Everything Everywhere Daily · Sunday, September 6, 2026
The Great Awakening facilitated the spread of newer denominations, with the Baptists being significant beneficiaries. Their opposition to infant baptism resonated with many, especially in the colonial South. The movement also saw the founding of early Black Baptist churches, such as the first African Baptist Church in Savannah, Georgia, by leaders like Andrew and John Lee.
“The Great Awakening also helped spread newer denominations.”
“Perhaps the biggest beneficiaries of the Great Awakening were the Baptists, whose opposition to infant baptism found a wide audience, particularly in the colonial South.”
“Black Baptist leaders, such as Andrew and John Lee, former slaves, founded the first African Baptist Church in Savannah, Georgia, one of the oldest black churches in America.”