In this episode of Noble American Lives Podcast, host Bill Benson reads the second half of chapter 18 from his book on George Whitefield, focusing on Whitefield's three voyages to America. The episode details Whitefield's expansion of his congregation at Tottenham Court Road, his struggles to find clergymen for his churches, the brutal persecution he faced in Ireland, and his attempts to establish a college at the orphanage in Bethesda. It also highlights his health struggles, his impact on the American colonies through his preaching tours, and his collaborations with other evangelical leaders. George Whitefield's resilience and dedication amid challenges paint a vivid picture of his immense influence during the Great Awakening.

(00:00) Introduction to the Podcast (00:21) Overview of the Series (01:13) Roger Williams and Cotton Mather (02:42) Thomas Paine and George Whitefield (03:30) George Whitefield's Ministry (04:32) Challenges and Triumphs (07:11) Persecution in Dublin (14:23) Health Struggles and Continued Preaching (21:56) Final Years and Legacy