Deep Dive into Foxe's Book of Martyrs by John Foxe - The Beginnings of American Foreign Missions

The early American foreign missions movement began with the haystack prayer meeting in 1806, where students resolved to become missionaries, leading to the formation of the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions in 1810. Adoniram and Ann Judson were among the first missionaries sent by the Board. However, during their voyage in 1812, their views on baptism changed, leading to their rebaptism and the severing of their connection with the American Board. This event spurred the formation of the Baptist Missionary Union to support them.The Judsons established their mission in Burma in 1813. In 1824, the outbreak of war between the British and the Burmese led to their arrest and imprisonment in Ava. Suspected of being English spies due to financial dealings, they endured harsh conditions in the "death prison" and later in Oung-pen-la, including fetters, lack of shelter and food, and disease.Ann Judson displayed extraordinary courage and resilience during this time. She tirelessly advocated for her husband and the other prisoners, providing them with food and necessities, negotiating with Burmese authorities, and even bribing officials. Her persistent efforts are credited with contributing to their survival and eventual release after nearly two years of captivity, following the signing of a peace treaty. Her account of their ordeal highlighted the immense suffering faced by early missionaries.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianPatreon: patreon.com/edi_reformed