The First Great Awakening affected British North America in the 1730s and 40s. The Awakening emphasized human decision in matters of religion and morality. It respected each individual's feelings and emotions. The Great Awakening focused on inward changes in the Christian's heart. a revival movement meant to purify religion from material distractions and renew one's personal faith in God. The movement was a reaction against the waning of religion and the spread of skepticism during the Enlightenment of the 1700s.
