This brief biography of John Gill, – written by his successor as pastor of the Baptist Chapel in Carter Lane, London, – is more than just an account of Gill’s life and writings. Rippon includes summaries of Gill’s position on the key theological controversies of that era, and these summaries are easier to digest than Gill’s somewhat dense writing and arguments. An insight into the man, his ministry and his theological outlook. John Rippon (1751-1836) served as pastor for 63 years. The congregation grew so that towards the end of his ministry the New Park Street Chapel was constructed. Rippon is best known for his compilation of hymns, often referred to as Rippon’s Selection.
