The Self-Examination of Edward Goddard.

Examines the Separatist movement in New England during the Great Awakening. Historians often see this as a social movement, but it was essentially an ideological movement that sought to restore simplicity to the New England churches. The writings of Edward Goddard typify this commitment, and his self-examination is reprinted here after a brief summary of his life and New Light evangelical experience. Goddard addressed the question of salvation and the work of God, before turning to an examination of his life and prospects.