“Further, Take heed that you faithfully perform the business you have to do in the world, from a regard to the commands of God; and not from an ambitious desire of being esteemed better than others.”
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The Life of David Brainerd ... Chiefly Taken from His Own Diary, and Other Private Writings. By Jonathan Edwards. With Preface, by the Rev. Horatius Bonar
This book is a compilation of the life and spiritual reflections of David Brainerd, a notable figure in the Great Awakening. The text is primarily drawn from Brainerd's own diary entries and additional private documents, offering a unique and intimate look into his life and faith. The preface, written by Horatius Bonar, provides an introduction to the work and its significance. The book is considered a valuable historical document and spiritual resource. 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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Source: Memoirs of the Rev. David Brainerd: Missionary to the Indians on the Borders of New-York, New-Jersey, and Pennsylvania: Chiefly Taken from His Own Diary
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