Notes on Revivals.

There have been numerous revivals throughout history, and it isn't easy to highlight all of them. However, here are some examples of rebirths and the ministers who led them:

1. The First Great Awakening (the 1730s-1740s) - This revival spread across the American colonies and was characterized by emotional and enthusiastic preaching. The most prominent minister of this movement was George Whitefield, an Anglican evangelist who preached to large crowds in open-air meetings.

2. The Second Great Awakening (the 1790s-1840s) - This revival swept across America and was marked by a focus on personal conversion, social reform, and millennialism. Many ministers played a role in this movement, including Charles Finney, a Presbyterian minister known for his revival meetings and innovative preaching methods.

3. The Welsh Revival (1904-1905) - This revival occurred in Wales and was characterized by intense prayer meetings and a strong emphasis on personal holiness. The primary minister of this movement was Evan Roberts, a Welsh preacher who traveled throughout the country, preaching and leading prayer meetings.

4. The Azusa Street Revival (1906-1909) - This revival began in Los Angeles and spread worldwide, becoming the birthplace of Pentecostalism. The primary minister of this movement was William J. Seymour, an African American preacher who led services in a small mission on Azusa Street.

5. The East African Revival (the 1930s-1960s) - This revival spread across Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania and emphasized the need for personal repentance and a deepening of faith. The leading ministers of this movement were Joe Church and Michael Cassidy, both British missionaries in East Africa.

6. The Jesus Movement (the 1960s-1970s) - This revival occurred in America and focused on youth, music, and evangelism. One of the leading ministers of this movement was Chuck Smith, a pastor of Calvary Chapel in Costa Mesa, California.

7. The Toronto Blessing (1990s) - This revival occurred in Toronto, Canada, and was marked by manifestations of the Holy Spirit, such as laughing, crying, and shaking. The primary minister of this movement was John Arnott, a pastor of the Toronto Airport Christian Fellowship.

It is important to note that one minister did not solely lead these movements, as many people were often involved in preaching, evangelism, and prayer. However, the individuals mentioned above were prominent figures in their respective revivals.