The Triumph of the Laity in the American Church

Summary

This sermon examines the Great Awakening's enduring impact on American church life, highlighting how key figures like Edwards and Whitfield, unintentionally, empowered the laity. The takeaway is that this historical movement laid the groundwork for the modern American church's emphasis on lay involvement and individual choice, contrasting with European state churches. This "triumph of the laity" has shaped an entrepreneurial and listener-focused religious landscape in America.