Twenty-Five Village Sermons

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Good Press, 26 nov. 2019 - 219 pages
Charles Kingsley's 'Twenty-Five Village Sermons' is a collection of sermons that blend both spiritual guidance and social commentary, reflecting the Victorian era in which they were written. With a clear and accessible literary style, Kingsley addresses common themes such as faith, morality, and the importance of community. The sermons also touch on issues like poverty, education, and the industrial revolution, making them relevant to the social landscape of the time. Kingsley's use of simple language and relatable examples make these sermons accessible to a wide audience. As a prominent figure in the Church of England, Kingsley's insights into the challenges facing the rural population provide a unique perspective on the role of religion in society. His deep commitment to social reform shines through in these sermons, offering readers both spiritual nourishment and practical wisdom. 'Twenty-Five Village Sermons' is recommended for readers interested in Victorian literature, religious discourse, and social history.
 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS SERMON I GODS WORLD
RELIGION NOT GODLINESS
LIFE AND DEATH
THE WORK OF GODS SPIRIT
FAITH
THE SPIRIT AND THE FLESH
RETRIBUTION
SELFDESTRUCTION
OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN
THE TRANSFIGURATION
THE CRUCIFIXION
THE RESURRECTION
IMPROVEMENT
MANS WORKING
ASSOCIATION
HEAVEN ON EARTH

HELL ON EARTH
NOAHS JUSTICE
THE NOACHIC COVENANT
ABRAHAMS FAITH
ABRAHAMS OBEDIENCE
NATIONAL PRIVILEGES
LENTEN THOUGHTS
ON BOOKS
THE COURAGE OF THE SAVIOUR

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