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Whitefield and Wesley maintained complete theological agreement throughout their relationship.
Whitefield and Wesley maintained complete theological agreement throughout their relationship.
False
Hyper-Calvinism's impact on Baptist evangelism was significantly hindering.
Hyper-Calvinism's impact on Baptist evangelism was significantly hindering.
True
The doctrine of Christian Perfectionism was primarily associated with Jonathan Edwards.
The doctrine of Christian Perfectionism was primarily associated with Jonathan Edwards.
False
The Second Great Awakening was characterized by academic theological discourse.
The Second Great Awakening was characterized by academic theological discourse.
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Griffith Jones' primary contribution to Welsh religious life was the establishment of military leadership.
Griffith Jones' primary contribution to Welsh religious life was the establishment of military leadership.
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The Countess of Huntingdon is notable for her role in establishing evangelical chapels.
The Countess of Huntingdon is notable for her role in establishing evangelical chapels.
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The 18th-century British evangelical revival was primarily characterized by Anglican Orthodoxy.
The 18th-century British evangelical revival was primarily characterized by Anglican Orthodoxy.
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The New Haven Theology represented a significant departure from traditional Calvinistic understanding.
The New Haven Theology represented a significant departure from traditional Calvinistic understanding.
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The 1857-58 Revival was primarily a result of elaborate methodological approaches.
The 1857-58 Revival was primarily a result of elaborate methodological approaches.
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George Whitefield was a key figure in High Church Anglicanism.
George Whitefield was a key figure in High Church Anglicanism.
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The Particular Baptists are known for their commitment to universal grace.
The Particular Baptists are known for their commitment to universal grace.
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Charles Finney's theological approach was fully consistent with Reformed orthodoxy.
Charles Finney's theological approach was fully consistent with Reformed orthodoxy.
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The Welsh Revival was influenced significantly by Calvinistic Methodist traditions.
The Welsh Revival was influenced significantly by Calvinistic Methodist traditions.
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The Sandy Creek Baptist Church was significant in Southern evangelical expansion.
The Sandy Creek Baptist Church was significant in Southern evangelical expansion.
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Whitefield's ministry in Scotland was marked by complete rejection of Seceders.
Whitefield's ministry in Scotland was marked by complete rejection of Seceders.
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The First Great Awakening was most prominently concentrated in the Middle Colonies.
The First Great Awakening was most prominently concentrated in the Middle Colonies.
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The Marrow Controversy in Scotland primarily focused on the relationship between law and gospel.
The Marrow Controversy in Scotland primarily focused on the relationship between law and gospel.
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Charles Finney's theological approach bore a close resemblance to Reformed Calvinism.
Charles Finney's theological approach bore a close resemblance to Reformed Calvinism.
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John Wesley's controversial positions included radical separatism.
John Wesley's controversial positions included radical separatism.
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The Philadelphia Baptist Association was founded in 1707.
The Philadelphia Baptist Association was founded in 1707.
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Study Notes
18th-Century British Evangelical Revival
- Theological Dynamic: Primarily characterized by Calvinistic Methodism, not Anglican Orthodoxy, Arminian Perfectionism, or Hyper-Calvinist Baptists.
- George Whitefield: Associated with Calvinistic Evangelicalism, not Arminianism, High Church Anglicanism, or Roman Catholic doctrine.
- Particular Baptists: Distinguished by their belief in Particular Redemption, not Universal Grace, Arminian theology, or Methodist polity.
- Welsh Revival: Marked by Calvinistic Methodist influences, not Arminian theology, Anglican dominance, or Presbyterian leadership.
- Whitefield's Scottish Ministry: Involved partial cooperation with Seceders, not complete rejection, uniform acceptance, or theological uniformity.
- First Great Awakening Location: Concentrated in New England, not the Southern Colonies, Middle Colonies, or Western Territories.
- Marrow Controversy: Focused on the relationship between law and gospel, not church governance, baptismal practices, or missionary strategies.
- Charles Finney: Closely resembled Reformed Calvinism, not Pelagian theology, Roman Catholic doctrine, or Eastern Orthodox traditions.
- John Wesley: Advocated Arminianism and Christian Perfectionism, not Strict Calvinism, High Anglican orthodoxy, or radical separatism.
- New Haven Theology: Primarily associated with Timothy Dwight and Nathaniel William Taylor, not Charles Hodge or Archibald Alexander.
- Finney's "New Measures": Included anxious benches and protracted meetings, not traditional pastoral approaches, strict confessional teaching, or monastic practices.
- Kentucky Camp Meetings: Characterized by emotionalism and unconventional practices, not strict theological uniformity, academic theological discourse, or formal liturgical worship.
- Particular Baptists: Experienced periods of growth and decline during the 18th century, not continuous growth, complete theological uniformity, or immediate revival success.
- Philadelphia Baptist Association: Founded in 1707, not 1607, 1807, or 1907.
- Whitefield-Wesley Relationship: Marked by qualified cooperation and eventual division, not complete theological agreement, total theological opposition, or institutional merger.
- Hyper-Calvinism's Impact: Significantly hindered Baptist evangelism.
- Christian Perfectionism: Primarily associated with John Wesley, not George Whitefield, Daniel Rowland, or Jonathan Edwards.
- Governmental Theory of Atonement: Advocated by John Owen, not Charles Finney, Jonathan Edwards, or George Whitefield.
- Second Great Awakening: Characterized by geographical and theological diversity, not uniformity of approach, academic theological discourse, or monolithic institutional control.
- Griffith Jones: Known for circulating Charity Schools, not military leadership, political reformation, or architectural development.
- Scottish Revival Influences: Significantly influenced by governmental policies.
- Samuel Davies: Known for evangelical preaching in Virginia.
- Sandy Creek Baptist Church: Significant in Southern evangelical expansion.
- Jonathan Edwards: Primarily associated with New England Congregationalism.
- Countess of Huntingdon: Notable for evangelical chapel establishment.
- William Grimshaw's Ministry: Characterized by evangelical transformation.
- Bristol Baptist Academy: Known for balanced evangelical training.
- Andrew Fuller's Contribution: Challenging Hyper-Calvinist approaches.
- Howell Harris: Significant in the Welsh Methodist movement.
- 1857-58 Revival: Characterized by simplicity of prayer and spiritual seeking, not elaborate methodologies, institutional control or theological controversies.
- Second Great Awakening (Reformed Theology): Did not maintain a consistently Reformed character.
- Finney and Reformed Orthodoxy: Finney's approach did not fully align with Reformed Orthodoxy.
- Hyper-Calvinism's Impact on Evangelism: Significantly hindered.
- Kentucky Camp Meetings (Healthy Phenomenon): The Camp Meetings were not uniformly healthy.
- Wesley and Falling from Grace: Wesley did not consistently reject falling from grace.
- Griffith Jones' Charity Schools: Had a substantial impact on the Welsh revival.
- Particular Baptist Growth: Did not experience continuous growth throughout the 18th century.
- Whitefield's Relationships: Did not maintain consistent relationships.
- New Haven Theology: Was a substantial change compared to traditional Calvinism.
- 1857-58 Revival's Causes: Was marked by simplicity, not sophisticated methods.
Additional Questions (Open-Ended)
- Decline of Particular Baptist Churches: Lack of effective missions, internal divisions, and competing religious movements contributed to the decline.
- Whitefield-Wesley Differences: Whitefield emphasized a more Calvinistic understanding of salvation, while Wesley believed in Arminian salvation (free will), grace, and the possibility of Christian perfection.
- New Haven Theology Modifications: Modified Calvinist doctrines regarding human free will and the nature of sin.
- Revival Understandings (Traditional vs. Finney): Traditional Calvinism emphasized God's sovereignty, while Finney's approach involved more human agency and emotional experiences.
- Sandy Creek Baptist Church Significance: Served as a key location in the expansion of Southern Baptists.
- Countess of Huntingdon's Role: Established chapels and fostered evangelical movements across England.
- Fuller's Contribution: Challenged extreme interpretations of Calvinism and supported evangelistic efforts.
- Jones' Impact: Educational initiatives promoted literacy and religious engagement within Wales.
- Finney's Innovations: Introduced emotional appeal, protracted meetings, and conversions in his approach to revival.
- Comparison of Revivals: Revivals shared common themes of emotional experience and spiritual fervor, but differed in emphasis and geographical focus.
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Test your knowledge on the major aspects of the 18th-century British Evangelical Revival, including the theological dynamics, key figures like George Whitefield, and significant movements such as the Welsh Revival. This quiz will cover unique beliefs of Particular Baptists and the First Great Awakening's geographical concentration.
