William Grimshaw (1708–63) is not as well known as John Wesley or George Whitefield, but in the 18th century he was a preacher mightily used by God in the Great Awakening Revivals.
After Louisa Stead’s death it was reported by Christians in Southern Rhodesia: “We miss her very much, but her influence goes on as our 5,000 converts continually sing her hymn in their native language.”
Ruben Saillens (1855-1942) was a French musician, writer and Baptist pastor who became a prominent evangelical leader.
“It seemed to me that the record of the acts of the apostles was a history of excitements under which the world was verily turned upside down,” Jacob Knapp wrote in his 1868 autobiography.
Thomas John Barnardo (1845–1905) was the founder and director of homes for destitute children in England.
Presbyterian minister Elisha Hoffman coined several famous hymns during his lifetime, including “Are you Washed in the Blood?” and “I Must Tell Jesus.”
Hugh Latimer was Bishop of Worcester during the Reformation and Church of England chaplain under Protestant King Edward VI. Under Queen Mary, he died a martyr.
John Wesley — the founder of Methodism — extolled Fletcher as one with “so unblameable a character” who was fully devoted to God.
