The historical foundation section addresses the historical context surrounding Judson's time. The first section, written by Michael Haykin, begins the main content of the book by addressing the influence and significance of William Carey's life and ministry on missiology. The second, written by Robert Caldwell, dives into the theological context of Judson's time and deals with a form of Edwardian Calvinism known as the New Godhead. These two chapters serve as the foundation for the book and bring the reader into Judson's historical and theological context