William Colgate Testimony

Greetings dear brothers and sisters in Christ!

            William Colgate Story: Today I want to tell you about a man of Faith,Colgate company founder William Colgate.

William Colgate Biography

             When William Colgate heard the name, almost every country in the world, in every state, in every district, in every village are using the "Colgate" toothpaste he made.

            William Colgate's father was Robert Colgate. He was a professional farmer. Robert Colgate was a brilliant man. Robert Colgate's wife was Sarah. They had three children William Colgate was one of their two sons.

            William Colgate was born on 25th January 1783. their family was in poverty, came to America from England in March 1795, and settled in Harford.  At the age of 19, however, William Colgate decided to start his own business as he grew older. Initially, he traded in soaps and candles within a few years there was severe damage and his factory closed.

            The captain of the boat near his hometown preached the gospel and led into salvation, giving some hints. He said: 1) The Lord is the "first" of all. 2) Give your "heart to God."  3)Pray daily for his "will". 4)Give "tithe to god". He read the word of God spoken of at Genesis 28: 20-22.

             He resumed business. He followed the instructions given by the sailor. The famous evangelist "Mason" was spiritually strengthened by his sermons. He did not forgot to read the bible and prayer even in pressure. HIs business was developed very well within 6 years of starting business. He became successful business man in NewYork city.  He increased his business from "tithes" to 20 percent, then changed it to 30 percent, and the company grew even higher.  He gives to God and keeps only 10 percent for himself.

            William Colgate worked to establish the "American and Foreign Bible Society". He founded several universities and promoted theological colleges. People call him "Deakon Colgate". He was very honest.

 His inventions include toothpaste, shaving creams, soaps, and are popular all over the world.  The "Madison university" he founded became "Colgate University" after his death.  It sheds a lot of light on the lives of the poor students studying in it.

 We have to give for God.

 * Our heart

 * That is part of your income (Proverbs 3: 9)

 * Tithe or Tenth (Gen. 28:22. Malachi 3:10)

 William Colgate is a good example of this. (Proverbs 11:24)

 William Colgate appeared before the Lord on March 25, 1857, in New York City.

also see the article on John Wesley Biography.

                                 Glory to God