Baptist History

For episode 21 of the "50 Baptist You Should Know" Series, we will discuss the baptist John Gano. John Gano was a direct descendant of a French Huguenot. He ministered as the chaplain for the Continental Army during the American War for Independence. During the war, his ministry in New York faced great loss. After the war, Gano found only seven of his almost 200 members before the war. After the war, Gano sold his possessions in New York and moved to Kentucky. In that time, He continued to plant churches along with his evangelizing efforts. John Gano passed away August 9, 1804 at his home in Frankfort Kentucky. Please enjoy this episode as we explore the life of John Gano (1727-1804).

For episode 20 of the "50 Baptist You Should Know" Series, we will explore the life and ministry of George Liele (1750 - 1828). Born a slave, George was saved attending the church of his master, Deacon Henry Sharp. During his life, God used Liele to found the First African Baptist Church of Savannah, Georgia, which still holds services today. God also used him to see thousands saved in his ministry to the slaves of Jamaica. It is also said he is the first ministry to reach back to the continent of Africa with the Gospel.

For episode 18 of the "50 Baptist You Should Know" Series, we will discuss Isaac Backus who was a pastor in Colonial Massachusetts who fought for religious liberty. He was involved in influencing the Continental Congress to preserve religious liberty and the separation of church and state.

For episode 17 of the "50 Baptist You Should Know" Series, we will discuss Samuel Harris who left a career in the military to preach the gospel in Virginia.

For episode 16 of the "50 Baptist You Should Know" Series, we will discuss the how Daniel Marshall brought the Gospel to Georgia, founding Kiokee Baptist Church.

For episode 15 of the "50 Baptist You Should Know" Series, we will explore the history of a group of Pioneer Missionaries lead by Shubal Stearns and Daniel Marshall.

For episode 13 of the "50 Baptists You Should Know" series, learn about Henry Dunster, the president of Harvard College who was deeply moved by the testimony of Obadiah Holmes.