The Inside of the Cup — Volume 03

"The Inside of the Cup — Volume 03" by Winston Churchill is a thought-provoking novel, probably from the early 1900s, which follows John Hodder, a clergyman wrestling with his faith and the relevance of his church in a rapidly changing world. Hodder's journey begins with a powerful sermon aimed at shaking his wealthy congregation out of their spiritual complacency, but he quickly realizes the deep chasm that separates their lives of luxury from genuine faith. A turning point arises through his interactions with Alison Parr, whose perspective pushes him to question long-held beliefs and confront the stark inequalities between the church's teachings and the suffering of the less fortunate, ultimately compelling him to re-evaluate his purpose and the role of the church.