April 2, 1739:
At Kingswood, England, John Wesley delivers his first open-air sermon to miners, breaking from his reliance on Church of England pulpits. Initially hesitant—seeing outdoor preaching as beneath an ordained minister—he follows the example of George Whitefield and embraces this bold new approach. The decision proves pivotal, allowing Wesley to reach the working class, expand his ministry, and lay the groundwork for the Methodist revival.
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