William Carey: An End to Human Sacrifices
“We must obey God, not men."
Key words
- Mission: An organization that works to increase what is known about its religion
The Methodist mission is situated in one of the poorest parts of the city.
- Minister: A religious leader in certain Christian churches
He's a minister at the local Baptist church.
- Conviction: a strong opinion or belief
It's my personal conviction that all rapists should be locked away for life.
- Pave the way: Something that makes another thing possible
Their research will pave the way for further improvements in healthcare.
- Marginalize: someone treated as if they are not important
Social unrest may occur among marginalized groups within the community.
Read the article to find the answers
- What was William Carey's education?
- Did the church support the idea of overseas missions?
- Who banned missionary work?
- What is he the father of?
Early life
Born in England in 1761, William Carey grew up in a poor family with only a basic education. Nevertheless, he developed a love of reading and a passion for sharing the Gospel. He eventually became a Baptist minister, preaching in small churches near his home.
During his time as a minister, Carey began to feel responsible for all the people who lived in countries that he believed had not heard the Gospel. He believed that all Christians had an obligation to spread the Gospel to people of all nations. At the time, the church did not support the idea of overseas missions, but Carey remained firm in his convictions. In 1792, he preached a famous sermon that marked the beginning of Carey's missionary work and inspired the wider missionary movement.