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Town and Country Sermons

By Charles Kingsley

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Explore a collection of sermons urging readers to embody Christ's values through selfless acts and genuine faith, moving beyond mere ritualistic observance.

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2004-03-01
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Summary

"Town and Country Sermons" by Charles Kingsley is a compilation sermons that investigates Christian ideals and moral behavior. The book centers on honoring Passion Week through humility, selflessness and acting like Christ. Kingsley stresses the need of embodying the "mind of Christ," which involves placing obedience and self-sacrifice ahead of personal gain, and he challenges the reader to stay away from ceremonial devotion devoid of genuine intention. It serves as both a philosophical reflection and a moral guide, urging readers to consider how worship and a commitment to reflecting Christ's values impacts their daily lives.

About the Author

Charles Kingsley was a broad church priest of the Church of England, a university professor, social reformer, historian, novelist and poet. He is particularly associated with Christian socialism, the working men's college, and forming labour cooperatives, which failed, but encouraged later working reforms.

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