Phoebe Palmer

Phoebe Palmer (December 17, 1807 – November 2, 1874) was an evangelist and writer who promoted the doctrine of Christian perfection. She is considered one of the founders of the Holiness movement in the United States of America and the Higher Life movement in the United Kingdom.

Read more about Phoebe Palmer:  Early Life, Spiritual Development, Spread of Holiness Concepts, Writings

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