Men of Faith: John Newton - Part 1

About this episode

The episode explores John Newton's transformation from a life of rebellion and the slave trade to becoming a preacher and abolitionist after his conversion at sea.

John Newton's early years were marked by rebellion, sin, and involvement in the slave trade. But through God’s transformative grace, Newton’s life was changed after a storm at sea led to his conversion. Join John Bradshaw on location in England and discover how his newfound faith set him on a path to become both a compelling preacher and an advocate for the abolitionist movement.

People in this episode

Host: John Bradshaw

Topics covered

• faith
• transformation
• abolitionism
• Christianity
• preaching

Keywords

• John Newton
• faith
• conversion
• abolitionist
• preacher
• slave trade
• grace

Mentioned in this episode

Places: England

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