The Attack on Calvinism in 19th Century America

Summary

This sermon discusses the shift from a dominant Calvinist theology in early America to a more optimistic religious outlook, influenced by the Enlightenment and European thought. It highlights how the receding influence of established churches and the westward expansion contributed to this change, leading to the rise of denominations like Methodists and Baptists. The practical takeaway is that religious and societal changes are often intertwined and driven by evolving cultural optimism.