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Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones held the preaching of Samuel Davies in exceptionally high regard, famously telling an American audience:"You Americans do not know one of your greatest preachers." He went on to declare Davies to be "the greatest preacher you have ever produced in this country" (or the finest/most eloquent preacher the American continent has produced). Because of this profound admiration, Lloyd-Jones frequently recommended that those preparing for the ministry study and read Davies' old sermons alongside those of other historical figures like George Whitefield and Jonathan Edwards.

2026 John Bunyan Conference, Session 10, Preaching Slot 6, Gary George, Whitefield, Edwards and the Great Awakening 6/30/2026

Message from the 2026 John Bunyan Conference by Pastor Gary George, entitled, "Whitefield, Edwards and the Great Awakening."

The video centers on the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers, emphasizing that true spiritual impact—exemplified by figures like George Whitefield and John Wesley—stems not from human effort alone but from divine empowerment. It highlights the biblical truth that every believer, upon receiving Christ, hosts the Holy Spirit, who desires not merely to reside but to reign and direct one's gifts for extraordinary purposes. The message underscores that authentic evangelistic calling is not driven by personal ambition or worldly motivation, but by a divine, personal summons that is available to all who are willing. With a pastoral and encouraging tone, the sermon calls listeners to embrace the Spirit's leadership, trusting that God's design for ministry surpasses human capability and is rooted in a faithful, Spirit-led obedience.

The site of outdoor preaching by John Wesley and George Whitefield is a backdrop to emphasize that the Gospel is not confined to church buildings but belongs to the entire world. It highlights how the message of Christ brought profound hope to marginalized people, such as soot-streaked miners, transforming their lives through spiritual renewal despite enduring hardship. The central theme centers on the universal call to proclaim the Gospel of peace, rooted in Scripture and exemplified by the radical conviction that 'the world is my parish.' The preacher calls the modern church to be humbled and motivated by past faithful witnesses, urging a renewed commitment to share Christ's transformative message with all people in everyday life. Ultimately, the sermon affirms that true hope is found only in Jesus Christ, whose Gospel offers both present comfort and eternal promise.

A Letter to the Inhabitants of Maryland, Virginia, North and South Carolina January 23rd 1740

The publisher in the advertisement prefixed to the letter, tells us, "The reader may depend upon it, that the following letter is genuine, from a gentleman who hath always had a good character for sound understanding, integrity, sobriety of manners, piety; and, notwithstanding his engagements in secular affairs, has never been an unconcerned spectator of any thing that might affect the state of religion." But I must beg the publisher's pardon, if I tell him, that I am one of those readers who cannot depend upon all this, merely upon his desiring me to do so.

I frankly confess, that Jonah could not go with more reluctance against Ninevah, than I now take pen in hand to write against you. But what can I say? The children of God are in danger of falling into error. December 24th 1740