A History of American Christianity

"A History of American Christianity" by Leonard Woolsey Bacon is a historical record from the late 1800s. It tells the story of how Christian beliefs and organizations grew and changed in America. Starting with the discovery of America, the book explains the different forces and happenings that molded Christianity's path through colonial times and later. The book starts by looking at how God’s plan played a role in America’s discovery. It suggests that the timing was perfect for bringing Christianity to the New World, stopping it from being ruined by the issues of the medieval church. The author also mentions that a big spiritual awakening in Spain led to strong missionary work, aimed at converting the local people. This sets the scene for exploring the complicated ways that Spanish, French, and later English missionaries spread their faith, suggesting that issues such as faith, government, and cultural swaps would determine how American Christianity developed.