Jonathan Edwards's Prayer for Revival

Have Christians forgotten how to pray for revival?In this lecture, we explore one of the lesser-known but deeply fascinating works of Jonathan Edwards: An Humble Attempt. After the fires of the First Great Awakening began to fade, Edwards called believers across the colonies—and even across the Atlantic—to unite in extraordinary prayer for spiritual renewal.📖 In this video you'll discover:The historical context following the First Great AwakeningWhy Edwards believed revival had declined in New EnglandThe influence of Scottish Presbyterians on Edwards's vision for concerted prayerEdwards's postmillennial hope for the advancement of Christ's KingdomA biblical study of Zechariah 8:20–22Common objections to organized prayer movements—and Edwards's responsesThe surprising legacy of An Humble AttemptWhat modern churches can learn from Edwards's challenge to pray🔥 Key Themes:Revival and spiritual awakeningPrayer meetings and corporate prayerJonathan Edwards theologyThe Great AwakeningReformed theology and Presbyterian historyEvangelism and missionsPostmillennialismChurch renewal and spiritual vitality📚 Recommended Resources:An Humble Attempt — An Humble AttemptThe Works of Jonathan Edwards, Volume 5Yale Jonathan Edwards Online ArchiveReligious Affections by Jonathan Edwards🎓 Support Future PastorsThe Jonathan Edwards Scholarship Fund helps students receive theological education without crushing debt. Consider supporting faithful ministerial training.