“I cared not where or how I lived, or what hardships I went through, so I could but gain souls to Christ”
Quote by David Brainerd
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An Account of the Life of the Late Reverend Mr. David Brainerd: Minister of the Gospel, Missionary to the Indians, from the Honourable Society in Scotland, for the Propagation of Christian Knowledge, and Pastor of a Church of Christian Indians in New Jersey. Who Died at Northampton in New-England, October 9, 1747, in the 30th Year of His Age. Chiefly Taken from His Own Diary, and Other Private Writings, Written for His Own Use; and Now Published
This book offers a comprehensive look into the life of the late Reverend Mr. David Brainerd, focusing on his work as a missionary and pastor. It is primarily based on his personal diary and other private writings, providing an intimate account of his experiences and reflections. The narrative covers his mission to the Indians, his role in the Honourable Society in Scotland, and his pastorate in New Jersey. The book also includes details of his early life and his untimely death at the age of 30. more
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David Brainerd
David Brainerd was a prominent missionary born on April 20, 1718, and died on October 9, 1747. He dedicated his life to the spread of Christianity, particularly in North America. Brainerd is known for his missionary work among Native Americans and his profound religious experiences. more
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