Between 1775 and 1788, the Brethren in Christ U.S. was founded by individuals deeply impacted by the Great Awakening revivals of the 18th century. Today, the Brethren in Christ U.S. is shaped by a rich blend of theological traditions: Anabaptism, Pietism, Wesleyanism, and Evangelicalism. At its core, the harmonization of these theological streams can be distilled to an authentic, heartfelt desire to follow Jesus.