Noble American Lives: Biographies of America's Religious Thinkers and Believers

In Episode 71 of the 'Noble American Lives Podcast,' Bill Benson continues reading from the second half of Chapter 11 of his book, delving into the estranged relationship between George Whitefield and John Wesley during the Great Awakening. This episode explores the events leading up to and following Wesley's public denunciation of Whitefield, the subsequent division within their congregations, Wh...

In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, host Bill Benson continues reading from his book series, focusing on the biography of George Whitefield, a prominent Methodist evangelist during the Great Awakening. The episode dives into Chapter 11, detailing the estrangement between George Whitefield and John Wesley due to theological disputes, specifically around predestination and Arminiani...

In Episode 69 of the Noble American Lives Podcast, host Bill Benson continues reading from his book, The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers, focusing on the biography of George Whitefield, a prominent Methodist evangelist during the Great Awakening. Benson recounts Whitefield's preaching tour through New England in the fall of 1740, highlighting his impactful ser...

George Whitefield's Great Awakening: Sermons, Challenges, and Impact in Colonial New England This podcast episode covers George Whitefield's fervent preaching experiences in Boston during the Great Awakening in the 18th century. The narrative details his arrival in New England, his interactions with prominent clergymen, numerous preaching sessions before large audiences, and significant reactions...

This episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, hosted by Bill Benson, explores the profound impact of George Whitefield's evangelical missions during the Great Awakening, focusing on his preaching tours in Philadelphia, New York City, and Charleston. The narrative covers Whitefield's arrival in Newcastle, Delaware, his compelling oratory skills, and his fundraising efforts for an orphanage in G...

In Episode 66 of the Noble American Lives Podcast, Bill Benson reads from his book about George Whitefield's evangelical journey during the Great Awakening. Whitefield, a Methodist evangelist, embarked on his fall tour in 1739, traveling from England to Philadelphia, New York City, and beyond, preaching to large crowds and documenting his experiences in letters and journals. The episode covers Whi...

George Whitefield's Outdoor Preaching in 18th Century London In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, Bill Benson delves into his book series 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers', specifically focusing on George Whitefield, an influential Methodist evangelist during the Great Awakening. The narrative covers Whitefield's experiences preaching outsi...

The Spirit of Revival: George Whitefield's Bristol and Beyond In this episode of the Noble American Lives podcast, host Bill Benson delves into his book series 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers,' focusing on the lives and theological contributions of notable figures like Roger Williams, Cotton Mather, Thomas Paine, and George Whitefield. The discussion cent...

In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, host Bill Benson continues reading from Part 3 of his second book, focusing on the biography of George Whitefield. The episode covers Whitefield's early preaching outside the traditional church setting in Bristol during the Great Awakening, highlighting his impactful sermons to thousands, the opposition he faced from church officials, and his pe...

The Influence of the Moravians on John Wesley: A Journey of Faith and Self-Discovery In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, host Bill Benson reads from Chapter 5, 'John Wesley Visits Hernhut,' of his book The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers: Thomas Paine vs. George Whitefield. The chapter details John Wesley's transformative experiences with the...

In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, host Bill Benson continues to read from his second book, 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers, Thomas Paine vs. George Whitefield.' Bill discusses George Whitefield's first journey to America, focusing on his experiences and challenges in Georgia starting May 8, 1738. The episode covers Whitefield's encounte...

The Noble Lives of George Whitefield and John Wesley In this episode of the 'Noble American Lives Podcast,' Bill Benson delves into the journey and ministry of George Whitefield, including his first voyage to America and various pivotal moments of his life. The episode also touches on John Wesley's time in Georgia, highlighting his struggles, interactions, and the ultimate fallout from his relatio...

The Journey of George Whitefield: From England to Georgia In this episode of the Noble American Lives podcast, host Bill Benson continues his reading from 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers, Thomas Paine vs. George Whitefield.' Benson delves into the life of George Whitefield, focusing on his early career as a preacher in England, his growing popularity, and...

The Journey of George Whitefield: From Ordination to First Sermon In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, host Bill Benson continues reading from his book 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers, Thomas Paine vs. George Whitefield.' This episode delves into Chapter 2, detailing George Whitefield's ordination, his efforts to live a devout life, and hi...

In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, Bill Benson delves into Chapter 1 of George Whitefield's biography from his second book, 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers, Thomas Paine vs. George Whitefield.' The chapter, titled 'New Birth at Pembroke College, Oxford University,' discusses Whitefield's early life, his struggles with faith, and his prof...

In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, host Bill Benson reads from his second book 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers, Thomas Paine vs. George Whitefield,' focusing on Chapter 23: Paine's Final Days. The episode covers Paine's final years, his diminishing health, financial struggles, and interactions with various figures. It delves into his cri...

In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, host Bill Benson delves into Chapter 22 of his book, focusing on Thomas Paine's declining health and personal struggles during the early 1800s. The narration highlights Paine's return to New Rochelle, his financial difficulties, personal disputes, and ultimate decline. Paine's attempts to seek help from prominent figures, his hardships with care...

Thomas Paine's Writings and Religious Critiques In this episode of the Noble American Lives podcast, hosted by Bill Benson, listeners are taken through Chapter 21 of William H. Benson's biography on Thomas Paine, from the book The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers. The episode covers Paine's time in New York City and his collaboration with Elihu Palmer, explorin...

Thomas Paine's Return to America and Political Challenges In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, dated July 4, 2024, Bill Benson continues reading from his second book, 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers: Thomas Paine vs. George Whitefield.' Benson reads Chapter 20, detailing Thomas Paine's return to America, his interactions with President Tho...

Exploring Thomas Paine's Influence: From Illuminati to Theophilanthropy In Episode 52 of the 'Noble American Lives' podcast, host Bill Benson reads from his second book, 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers, Thomas Paine vs. George Whitefield.' This episode covers Chapters 18 and 19, delving into Thomas Paine's association with the Illuminati and Theophilanthr...

The Lives and Ideals of Thomas Paine: Health, Politics, and Revolutionary Writings In this episode of the Noble American Lives podcast, Bill Benson reads from his book series on the parallel lives of notable American religious thinkers and believers. This episode focuses on Thomas Paine's later years, including his time in France, his political writings, and his health struggles. Detailed accounts...

The Age of Reason: Thomas Paine's Critique of Religious Texts - Part 2 In Episode 50 of the Noble American Lives Podcast, Bill Benson continues his reading from 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers, Thomas Paine vs. George Whitefield.' This episode delves into Chapter 16, 'The Age of Reason, Part 2,' where Thomas Paine critiques the Bible's consistency and aut...

In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, host Bill Benson reads from his second book 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers.' The focus is on Chapter 15, which details Thomas Paine's rationale and motivations for writing 'The Age of Reason' during the Reign of Terror in France. The chapter dives deep into Paine's deist beliefs, his critique of organi...

In this episode of the Noble American Lives Podcast, hosted by Bill Benson, listeners are introduced to Benson's books, 'The Parallel Lives of the Noble American Religious Thinkers and Believers.' Benson details the lives of historical American religious thinkers and believers, covering various pairs, such as Roger Williams and Cotton Mather. The episode focuses on Thomas Paine's life, his influen...