2,000 Years of Christ's Power Vol. 5: The Age of Enlightenment and Awakening

The Evangelical Revival, led by George Whitefield, John Wesley, and Jonathan Edwards, awakened and warmed the hearts of many, despite a societal cooling. Needham's book explores the shifts in thought that altered society's relationship to reason and faith, including the Scientific Revolution, Immanuel Kant, the French Revolution, Calvinist-Arminian controversy, Presbyterianism in the Scottish Highlands, the Great Awakening, and Russian Orthodoxy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 664 pages
Publication date: 14 March 2023
Publisher: Christian Focus Publications Ltd

Into the Age of Reason, a revival of Evangelicalism emerged through the influential voices of George Whitefield, John Wesley, and Jonathan Edwards. Despite a societal shift towards secularization, the transformative work of God through these evangelical Preachers awakened and warmed the hearts of countless individuals. Throughout history, the kingdom of Christ has continued to expand and conquer.

In his insightful book, Needham delves into our recent church history, unveiling the profound shifts in thought that revolutionized society's relationship between reason and faith. The Enlightenment, a period of immense social, economic, and political transformation, exerted a profound impact on the spiritual landscape.

This captivating volume explores a range of historical events and movements, including the Scientific Revolution, the philosophy of Immanuel Kant, the French Revolution, the Calvinist–Arminian controversy, Presbyterianism in the Scottish Highlands, the Great Awakening, and Russian Orthodoxy. Each chapter offers a comprehensive and academically reliable account of these significant events, making church history accessible to a broad audience.

What sets this book apart is its engaging and humorous style, accompanied by a comprehensive glossary that enhances understanding and appreciation of the subject matter. Whether you are a scholar of church history or a layperson interested in learning more about this rich tapestry of Christian heritage, "Into the Age of Reason" is a valuable resource that will captivate and enlighten you.

"It is a brave historian who tackles the extremely challenging task of writing the 2000–year history of the church. Nick Needham has more than risen to the challenge… well worth the wait"– Michael A.G. Haykin, Professor of Church History, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Weight: 934g
Dimension: 150 x 224 x 43 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781527109735