Johnathan Edwards: The Life And Diary Of David Brainerd

One historical figure I admire is Johnathan Edwards, a preacher alive right before the heat of the revolutionary war. From his youth until his death, he strove to know God intimately and explore His nature. I first learned of Edwards reading the book The Life and Diary of David Brainerd, which was carefully edited by Edwards after his friend’s death. While the majority of the book is not about him, Edwards had a short biography at the start of the book explaining his entire life and moral integrity. He stole the show. Johnathan Edwards is an interesting and valid role model due to his moral integrity, individual discipline, growth mindset, and loving nature. First, Johnathan Edwards is an excellent role model for both the old and young due

Edwards had two sons and eight daughters, ten children altogether, all beautifully trained to follow the things of God and not look back. He spent much of his time with God in his study, reading, writing, praying, and talking with his Father. He still portioned an hour every day to spend with his children, hearing what they did that day, helping them with their problems, and offering his love and pride. He loved his wife, Sarah Pierpont Edwards, with a fiery passion; they both served God all their lives. One notable incident where Edwards did not follow God’s plan completely was when he discovered some in his congregation were reading literature detrimental to their relationships with God. He didn’t want them to continue on this path, obviously, as it would hurt them. However, he made the mistake of listing their names during the sermon, revealing to the whole congregation who were they were. They kicked him out of his own church, but he ensured that they knew his remorse and also the fault in their actions. Any love from Edwards was