Stephen Charnock was born in London in 1628. He went to Cambridge University at age 14, and it was there that he came to faith in Jesus Christ. In 1655 he was sent to Dublin to be a chaplain to Oliver Cromwell’s son, Henry, who was then governor of Ireland. At this post, Charnock gained the reputation of being a great preacher. In 1660, when the monarchy was restored in England, Charnock returned to London. He is reported to have … Continue reading The Puritans: Stephen Charnock