Thomas Mayhew Sr.

Thomas Mayhew Sr. biography,

Was such a valiant soul who surely ought

To be included in the list of Missionary

Heroes. Some people think their work is done

At seventy, but not so Thomas Mayhew.

His beginning of the missionary work has an

Interesting background.

Biography:

Birth: 31-03-1593

Home Calling: 25-03-1682

Native Place: Tisbury

Country : United Kingdom

Place of Vision: Martha's Vineyard, United States of America

Thomas Sr., who moved to America

In 1631, was a merchant and land proprietor

In Massachusetts. He soon became the Governor

Of Martha's Vineyard, which was a part of

Elizabeth Islands. Under his authority,

The islands flourished physically

And spiritually.

While Thomas Sr. was engaged in business

Ventures, his son Thomas Jr.

Was more concerned about the salvation of the

Tribals living in those Islands.

He launched a gospel mission among the local

Tribes and established a small Anglican

Church.

Thomas Mayhew Sr. ministry in Martha's Vineyard

The mission flourished, and soon there were

Two hundred and eighty-two believers.

After about five years of ministry,

Thomas Jr. set out for England

To raise funds for the missionary work.

However, the ship was lost in the sea,

So did Thomas Jr. Deeply disturbed

By his son's death, Thomas Sr.

Made several efforts to find people who

Can continue the ministry his son has left.

But no minister knew the language,

And no one was ready to take the risk.

So, at the age of almost seventy,

Thomas Sr. determined to take his son's place

Started to learn the local language.

He began preaching at the different

Plantation areas week by week,

In turn, sometimes walking twenty miles

Through the woods to meet the tribal

Congregations. Thomas Sr.

Touched thousands of lives and brought many

Tribals to Christ for the next twenty-five

Years.

During his ministry, the church added around

3000 souls to the Kingdom of God.

The indefatigable Thomas Mayhew Sr.

Kept on with his missionary work until he was

Called to glory in his ninety-third year.

Beloved, what excuses do you have for failing to serve the Lord?

Take away from the article

“Lord, no matter how old I become,

I offer all my life to your service.

Amen!”

Word of Prayer

Please visit for more Christian stuff :