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What was one result of the Great Awakening the revivals?
Many historians claim that the Great Awakening influenced the Revolutionary War by encouraging the notions of nationalism and individual rights. The revival also led to the establishment of several renowned educational institutions, including Princeton, Rutgers, Brown and Dartmouth universities.
What effect did the great awakening have on the American colonies?
The Great Awakening affected the colonies in several ways, including that it led colonists to become more active in their religion, that it encouraged them to develop a more personal connection to religion, and that it contributed to the American Revolution by implying that religious authorities were not all-powerful.
Why are the three revivals important to the church?
The Father brought healing, joy, and restoration; and it was the starting point of a whole new reformation. Throughout history, these three key reformations restored Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and the Father back to the church. This is why, in my last blog, I said that we’re living in the most exciting time in history.
What does the Bible say about the great revival?
The great revival at Jerusalem was preceded and followed by much prayer, as Acts 1:13-14, 2:1-4, 2:37-47 tell us. Look up Acts 4:23-31 and notice that it was prayer that immediately preceded this wonderful outpouring of blessing.
Where was the first revival in the United States?
The larger the geography a revival covers, the greater the tendency to call it an awakening. America has a deep, rich history of revivals and awakenings. The Great Awakening, 1734-43. In December 1734, the first revival of historic significance broke out in Northampton, Mass., where a young Jonathan Edwards was pastor.
How did the revival of Christianity change the world?
Creativity was rediscovered in nearly every area of society. Literacy rose dramatically. The Middle Class was established. And people began to see who God is for themselves, and as a result, received identity as priests and kings.