Under his direction, Oberln College was a major cultivation ground for the early movement to end slavery. He was a lawyer in Adams, New York and became a minister in 1821 shortly after being converted. Finney moved to New York City in 1832. Finney's logical, clear presentation of the Gospel reached thousands with the renewing power and love of Jesus Christ. His writings continue to challenge many to live a life holy and pleasing to God. Several of his sermons have been edited and paraphrased for the modern ear by Keith and Melody Green of Last Days Ministry, Lindale, Texas. Although originally a Presbyterian, Finney eventually became more of a congregationalist and often bears much criticism from conservative Presbyterians. One issue which separated Finney from traditional Presbyterianism was his advocacy of Arminianism as opposed to Calvinism.
Charles G. Finney (1792-1875), often called "America's foremost revivalist," led a tremendous awakening in America which literally altered the course of our national history. Under his direction, Oberln College was a major cultivation ground for the early movement to end slavery. He was a lawyer in Adams, New York and became a minister in 1821 shortly after being converted. Finney moved to New York City in 1832. Finney's logical, clear presentation of the Gospel reached thousands with the renewing power and love of Jesus Christ. His writings continue to challenge many to live a life holy and pleasing to God. Several of his sermons have been edited and paraphrased for the modern ear by Keith and Melody Green of Last Days Ministry, Lindale, Texas.