Part of this new Spirit-driven concern in the young Edwards at that time was a fervent interest in revival and the extension of Christ's Kingdom. He defined faith in terms of total response to Christ, of one being in Christ. It began among the young people who had been drifting away from the church. If a nation is to be revived spiritually, then it must first come from its young people. Because they are not fixed-minded or corrupt like old people.
Young people tend to be learning and pure in their desires.
Young people, especially those of college age are the best ones from whom a spiritual revival can take place. They are the hope of the country and its future. And even many young people can bring their parents to the Kingdom of God. Once Shepherd Todd Funk was spiritually revived through the Bible study, he began to teach his mother and she began to be revived. Many young people wanted to meet with Edwards personally after his sermons to have discussions.