Sermons for the Times by Charles Kingsley
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| Author | Kingsley, Charles, 1819-1875 |
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| Title | Sermons for the Times |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Fathers and children -- Salvation -- A good conscience -- Names -- Sponsorship -- Justification by faith -- Duty and superstition -- Sonship -- The Lord's Prayer -- The Doxology -- Ahab and Naboth -- The light of God -- Providence -- England's strength -- The life of God -- God's offspring -- Death in life -- Shame -- Forgiveness -- The true gentleman -- Toleration -- Public spirit. |
| Credits | Transcribed by David Price |
| Summary | "Sermons for the Times" by Charles Kingsley is a collection of sermons written during the mid-19th century. The work addresses various moral and spiritual topics, aimed at guiding readers in their understanding of faith, ethics, and social issues. Kingsley explores themes such as familial relationships, the nature of salvation, and the responsibilities of individuals in society, all framed within a Christian context. The opening of the first sermon, "Fathers and Children," draws upon a biblical text from Malachi, discussing the profound obligation of both parents and children to nurture and uphold loving relationships. Kingsley emphasizes the necessity of turning hearts towards one another to prevent societal decay. He critiques the disconnect between generations, reflecting on the complaints of older individuals concerning the behavior of youth. By urging self-examination, Kingsley contends that the failures of parents frequently contribute to the challenges faced by children, thus spotlighting the shared responsibilities in fostering mutual respect and love. He sets the tone for the sermons that follow, establishing a foundation for spiritual and moral introspection among Christians. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Church of England -- Sermons |
| Subject | Sermons, English -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11381 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 25, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 65 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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