Letters of John Newton (1725-1807) Converted Slave Trader Abolitionist Preacher

Description: Letters of John Newton (1725-1807) Converted Slave Trader > Abolitionist Preacher__________________________ Letters of John Newtonby John NewtonWith Biological Sketches and Notes by Josiah BullPublished by The Banner of Truth Trust (2007) Condition:BRAND NEW 1st Edition Hardcover Book with Dust Jacket! The binding is tight and all 416 pages within are bright white with NO WRITING, UNDERLINING, HIGH-LIGHTING, RIPS, TEARS, BENDS OR FOLDS. The covers look perfect! The dust jacket is in excellent condition but does have some minimal wear, as can be seen in my photos. You will be happy with this one! Always handled and packaged with care! Buy with confidence from a seller who takes the time to show you the details and not use just stock photos. Please check out all my pictures and email with any questions! Thanks for looking! About John Newton:John Newton is best known as the author of the hymn "Amazing Grace," a song that has become an enduring symbol of redemption and spiritual renewal. However, Newton's significance extends far beyond his musical contributions. Born in London, Newton's early life was marked by turbulence and moral decline, as he worked as a sailor and eventually became involved in the transatlantic slave trade. His experiences during these years, including a near-death experience during a storm at sea, led to a profound spiritual awakening that would change the course of his life. Newton's eventual conversion to Christianity marked the beginning of his journey from a participant in the slave trade to a vocal advocate against it. Newton's importance lies not only in his personal transformation but also in the influence he wielded as a clergyman and mentor. After his conversion, he became an Anglican priest and served as a parish minister for several decades. His sermons and writings, including the autobiography "An Authentic Narrative," captured the depth of his spiritual convictions and his belief in the power of God's grace to redeem even the most wayward souls. Newton's own life story became a testament to this belief, inspiring countless others to seek forgiveness and renewal through faith. He also mentored and influenced key figures in the abolitionist movement, most notably William Wilberforce, who played a pivotal role in the abolition of the British slave trade. John Newton's legacy is twofold: as a powerful voice for spiritual redemption and as a significant figure in the fight against slavery. His hymn "Amazing Grace" continues to resonate with people around the world, symbolizing the possibility of forgiveness and transformation. Newton's later life, dedicated to ministry and abolitionism, exemplifies the impact of a life profoundly changed by faith. His journey from slave trader to abolitionist remains a powerful example of the potential for change and the enduring influence of personal conviction in shaping both individual lives and broader social movements. About the Book:JOHN NEWTON (1725-1807), converted slave-trader, preacher, and hymn-writer, was one of the most colourful figures in the Evangelical Awakening of the eighteenth century. ‘Once an infidel and libertine, a servant of slaves in Africa’, he wrote for his epitaph, ‘by the rich mercy of Jesus Christ, preserved, restored, pardoned, and appointed to preach the faith he had long laboured to destroy.’ It was through his prolific correspondence that Newton fulfilled his distinctive work as ‘the letter-writer par excellence of the Evangelical Revival’. His grasp of Scripture and deep personal experience of the ‘amazing grace’ of God, his many friends (among them, Whitefield, Cowper and Wilberforce), his manifold trials, his country pastorate, his strong, clear, idiomatic style—all these factors combined to prepare the author of “How sweet the Name of Jesus sounds’, for the exercise of his special gift. These letters, selected by his biographer, Josiah Bull, bear the practical imprint of all of Newton's writings; they caver a wide variety of subjects and aim ‘co conform the believer ta Christ’, Among them are several that were not previously published in earlier collections of his correspondence, OF particular value and interest are the biographical sketches and historical notes supplied by the editor. Copyright © 2018-2024 TDM Inc. The photos and text in this listing are copyrighted. I spend lots of time writing up my descriptions and despise it when un-original losers cut and paste my descriptions in as their own. It is against ebay policy and if you are caught, you will be reported to ebay and could be sued for copyright infringement and damages.

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