Publisher's Synopsis
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1859 edition. Excerpt: ... HENRY TOLER. The date of Elder Toler's birth is not known. He was a native of King and Queen County, Virginia, and remained in that county until he reached manhood. His parents, who were respectable, gave him such an education only as the common schools of the county afforded. Under the ministry of Elder John Courtney he received in very early life his first religions impressions, and these impressions continued to increase until they ultimated in a saving acquaintance with God's plan of salvation. He became a member of the Tipper College Church, and soon began to speak in public. Such were the indications of genins, that he attracted the attention of Counsellor Robert Carter, a member of the Baptist church, and among the wealthiest men in Virginia. Mr. Carter was so much pleased with young Toler, that he prevailed on him to remove to Pennsylvania, for the purpose of improving his mind under the tuition of Dr. Samuel Jones, and generously contributed the necessary funds for his support. While at school this young disciple applied himself to his studies with becoming diligence. He made rapid proficiency in those branches of learning which occupied his attention. Having remained at school about three years, he returned to his native county, greatly improved in all respects. Shortly after, he was ordained. His whole time was now consecrated to the delightful employ of preaching Christ and him crucified. Nor did he spend his strength for naught: in various directions the Lord accompanied his ministry with almighty energy, and made it his wisdom and power unto salvation. Having preached with much acceptance in the County of King George, in 1783, he was invited statedly to visit them. He ultimately settled in that county. After his removal, he...