David Brainerd, a missionary pioneer, reflects on the powerful message of Jesus at the Feast of Tabernacles, 'If any man thirst, let him come unto Me and drink.' Initially, Brainerd struggled to under

David Brainerd emphasizes the importance of seeking God wholeheartedly and keeping His testimonies, highlighting the need for intense and persevering prayer, engaging with divine things, and maintaini

David Brainerd preaches about the believer's journey from strength to strength, appearing before God in Zion, emphasizing the importance of meekness, forgiveness, and conformity to Christ. He shares h

David Brainerd reflects on his unworthiness and struggles with feeling vile and inadequate to preach the gospel, expressing a deep sense of repentance and self-abhorrence. Despite his inner turmoil, h

David Brainerd, a missionary to the American Indians, faced expulsion from Yale College due to his support of the 'New Lights' during the Great Awakening. Despite hardships and suffering, he displayed

David Brainerd reflects on a morning filled with longing desires for God's conformity, experiencing sweet quickening in secret prayer, and offering praises amidst inward trials. His heart ascribes glo

David Brainerd reflects on a moment of divine encouragement during secret prayer, where he found peace and assurance in God's plan for his future service. He prayed fervently for the salvation of soul

David Brainerd, a missionary born in 1718, faced many challenges and oppositions in his life, including expulsion from college and struggles with his health. Despite these trials, he remained resolute

David Brainerd reflects on the faith, zeal, and power of Elijah the prophet, longing for a deeper faith and a 'double portion of that spirit' to rest on him. He experiences a revival of hope in being

David Brainerd preaches about the soul's conformity to God, emphasizing the importance of loving God with a supreme love, acting above selfish desires for His glory, and finding contentment in surrend