John Newton, writer of 'Amazing Grace', was one of the most prolific letter writers, preachers and hymn writers of all time. His writings are filled with great theology and pastoral reflections, and his sermons delve deeply into the Scriptures Newton shows us that God is always watching over His children, protecting them, nurturing them, picking them up, cleansing them, sanctifying them and pouring out His amazing Grace upon them!
John Newton's works are amazing because they speak to your heart and help you understand what it means to be a Christian - the 'salt of the earth'.
John Henry Newton was born July 24, 1725 and died December 21, 1807. He was a former slave-ship captain, and became an Anglican clergyman after his wonderful conversion. He wrote 'Amazing Grace' and then encouraged William Wilberforce to work hard for the abolition of slavery in Great Britain
One of the greatest giants in the Christian Era
