Heavenly Fire: the Life and Ministry of William Grimshaw of Haworth

Though little known today, William Grimshaw was a powerful force in the Evangelical Revival in the north of England in the eighteenth-century. Under his tireless ministry, hundreds in the town of Haworth and the surrounding vicinity came to know Christ. Esther Bennett writes an engaging overview of his life and ministry which will inspire and encourage today's readers in what God can do in the hearts of men and women through His word and the power of His Spirit. The influence of George Whitefield, John Wesley, John Newton, and others is brought to light, as well as the lasting impact of Grimshaw's ministry in this northern community.