"An Enquiry into the Obligations of Christians to Use Means for the Conversion of the Heathens" is a seminal work by William Carey that explores the responsibilities of Christians in spreading the Gospel. Carey argues that it is not only a privilege but a duty for Christians to engage in missionary work. He emphasizes the importance of using practical means, such as education and translation of the Bible, to reach those who have not yet heard the message of Christ. His passionate plea laid...

In "An Enquiry into the Obligations of Christians to Use Means for the Conversion of the Heathens," William Carey presents a compelling case for the necessity of missionary work as a fundamental Christian duty. Utilizing a didactic style interspersed with passionate rhetoric, Carey engages with scriptural texts and theological arguments to highlight the moral imperative for Christians to actively seek the salvation of non-believers. Written during the late 18th century, a period marked by ...

An Enquiry into the Obligations of Christians to Use Means for the Conversion of the Heathens present and rebuff five popular objections in doing missions in dangerous faraway lands. William Carey, the father of modern missions, was a shoe cobbler who became impassioned about the need to share the gospel with all nations, not just fellow citizens in Europe. In the early post-Reformation era there was virtually no fervor for missions. William Carey changed that, and this enquiry was a turni...

Dall'età apostolica in poi furono compiuti molti altri sforzi per seminare il Vangelo, molti dei quali in maniera assai proficua, ma nonostante questi risultati una grande parte dell'umanità è tuttora avvolta nelle tenebre del paganesimo. Molti si impegnano anche oggi a compiere degli sforzi volenterosi, ma i risultati sono infimi se consideriamo quanti altri risultati straordinari potrebbero essere ottenuti se l'intero corpo dei cristiani aprisse il cuore allo spirito. Questo scritto si p...

1793 reist der Brite William Carey trotz vieler Hindernisse als erster Missionar nach Bengalen (Britisch Indien), um die rettende Botschaft von Jesus Christus zu den Indern zu bringen. Mehr als 40 Jahre setzt er sich dort unermüdlich für die Verbreitung des Evangeliums ein. Das bewegende Zeugnis eines Mannes, der unerschütterliches Vertrauen auf Gott beweist!

William's amazing journey to India would prove to be just the beginning of a missionary quest filled with hardship and heartache as well as tremendous victories. Often referred to as "the father of modern missions," William Carey displayed a single-minded determination to set his face like a flint to the task of bringing the gospel to those lost in darkness. His life of service and sacrifice is a guidepost to Christians of all generations. (1761-1834).

William Carey watched from the dock as the magnificent sailing ship headed for the English Channel without him. Tears filled his eyes, and deep disappointment filled his heart. What would he tell the missionary society? So much work awaited him half a world away. He must get to India--and soon!William's amazing journey to India would prove to be just the beginning of a missionary quest filled with hardship and heartache as well as tremendous victories.Often referred to as "...

What do George Whitefield, Elisabeth Elliot, and J. Gresham Machen have in common? They were all Evangelical Heroes. In the Evangelical Heroes series, Joel Beeke and Douglas Bond present thirty biographical sketches of faithful evangelical leaders from the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth centuries. From George Whitfield to Charles Spurgeon to R.C. Sproul, these men and women held firm to the authority of Scripture and the reality of Christ's death and resurrection in the face of risi...

SEVEN CLASSIC MISSIONARY BIOGRAPHIES brings together the stories of some of the greatest missionaries of all time.1. RAYMOND LULL - First Missionary to the Muslims. This book covers the extraordinary work and ministry of Raymond Lull who lived from 1232-1315. Not only was Lull was a Fransiscan who worked among Muslims in North Africa, he was also well known for his genius and many writings on innumerable subjects and often met with Kings, ...

In "An Enquiry into the Obligations of Christians to Use Means for the Conversion of the Heathens," William Carey presents a compelling argument for the active participation of Christians in missionary work. Written in a persuasive yet scholarly style, the book meticulously explores biblical texts and theological principles to highlight the imperative of spreading the Christian faith. Through a systematic examination of scriptural mandates and historical precedents, Carey constructs a powe...

William Carey (17 August 1761 – 9 June 1834) was an English Baptist missionary and a Particular Baptist minister, known as the "father of modern missions." Carey was one of the founders of the Baptist Missionary Society. As a missionary in the Danish colony, Serampore, India, he translated the Bible into Bengali, Sanskrit, and several other languages and dialects.

This outstanding volume brings together 5 of the greatest Christian Classic Biographies from the years 1700-1900. These writings not only shed light on the lives of each of these incredible individuals, they will also challenge and encourage your life as you glimpse their passion for God, perseverance in trials, and faith in achieving great things for God! - The Life and Diary of David Brainerd – by Jonathan Edwards (1749) - The Biography of Robert Murray McC...