The Movement That Shaped America Through An Unlikely Friendship

They sat on seemingly opposite ends of the spiritual spectrum: Benjamin Franklin, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, a man of science and reason, and George Whitefield, a man of God who ignited a religious revival in the 1700’s called “The Great Awakening.” Yet Divine Providence brought them together to form an unlikely friendship and partnership. Franklin printed Whitefield’s sermons and writings, while Whitefield preached to thousands in the open air of the relationship they are called to have with Jesus Christ. Their union launched an awakening that Director Joshua Enck says helped to strengthen the faith foundation of America, and the belief that liberty is not granted by an earthly king but by God Almighty.

On this episode of Lighthouse Faith podcast, Enck talks about the Sight & Sound film, “A Great Awakening” opening in theaters on Good Friday, and shares what spurred him to take on the project to coincide with the 250th Anniversary of America’s founding, as well as the awakening that is needed today.