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Religion/Spirituality — page 10
522 public-domain religion/spirituality books, summarised. Page 10 of 11.
Her brother's keeper
Agnes Giberne
When a brother's silent moral decline threatens to undo their shared future, a devoted sister's quiet faith becomes the sole bulwark against ruin.
Is This Your Likeness? A Scriptural Definition of Hypocrisy and Sincerity
J. (John) Church
The portrait of a believer is not found in a polished exterior, but in the internal, often messy reality of a heart seeking truth. This exploration invites readers to examine the genuine marks of sincerity against the backdrop of religious pretense.
The Chocolate Soldier
C. T. (Charles Thomas) Studd
The fundamental challenge posed here is whether faith should be a comfortable, decorative sentiment or a radical, life-altering commitment to action. It serves as a blunt instrument to break through the complacency of modern religious life.
Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, 1 Thessalonians
Richard Francis Weymouth
This letter serves as a bridge of encouragement and guidance, written by a mentor to a young community navigating the challenges of faith under duress. It remains a testament to the endurance of early communal bonds and the power of shared hope.
The World English Bible (WEB): Micah
Anonymous
The Book of Micah is a searing prophetic work that demands social justice and moral integrity from a society crumbling under its own corruption. It remains a foundational text for its unflinching critique of power and its insistence on mercy.
A Few Remarks on the Scripture History of Saul and the Witch of Endor
J. (John) Church
To understand the tragic end of a king, one must look past his crown to the state of his soul, where the departure of God leaves only the hollow echoes of pride and despair.
A Ryght Profytable Treatyse Compendiously Drawen Out Of Many and Dyvers Wrytynges Of Holy Men
Thomas Betson
The path to a quiet, focused life of faith is paved with small, daily acts of intentionality and a heart set on the divine. This guide offers a framework for maintaining that focus amidst a world of distraction.
The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 62: 2 Timothy: The Challoner Revision
Unknown
This final correspondence captures the urgent, intimate, and resolute voice of an aging mentor facing his own execution while preparing his successor for the challenges ahead. It is a profound meditation on legacy, duty, and the preservation of truth in a hostile world.
Baptism as taught in the Bible and the Prayer Book
Edward Hoare
A rigorous examination of baptism reveals how Scripture and the Prayer Book unite in viewing spiritual gifts as a living reality rather than an automatic charm.
The World English Bible (WEB): Ezekiel
Anonymous
Amidst the canals of exile, a captive priest beholds a tempestuous vision of divine fire, setting in motion a profound reckoning for a fractured nation.
The World English Bible (WEB): Hebrews
Anonymous
Stepping beyond ancient rituals and earthly shadows, a celestial high priest offers an unshakeable covenant and an eternal rest for those who endure.
The World English Bible (WEB): Jeremiah
Anonymous
A reluctant young prophet is chosen to deliver warnings of destruction and exile to a fractured kingdom of Judah, facing hostile kings, false prophets, and the ultimate fall of Jerusalem to the Babylonian army.
The Bible, King James version, Book 53: 2 Thessalonians
Anonymous
Amidst persecution and confusion regarding the end of days, an ancient apostolic letter urges steadfast faith, quiet labor, and unwavering adherence to received tradition.
Tired Church Members
Anna Bartlett Warner
Worldly compromises drain the spiritual vitality of believers, but true refreshment is found in unreserved devotion to Christ and wholesome, purposeful living.
The World English Bible (WEB): James
Anonymous
A passionate, unsparing letter to scattered communities, urging that genuine faith must prove itself through active compassion, disciplined speech, and unwavering perseverance under trial.
Sketches of Missionary Life
Edwin F. Parry
Stepping into the nineteenth-century mission field means confronting profound poverty, fierce public hostility, and miraculous providences that reshape ordinary lives forever.
"The Numbering of the People": A Sermon in conjunction with the census of 1861 preached in St. Thomas' Church, Islington, on Sunday Evening, April 7
Allen, George (Vicar of St. Thomas's, Islington)
A routine national headcount transforms into an urgent spiritual mirror, urging listeners to measure their fleeting days against eternity.
The World English Bible (WEB): Ephesians
Anonymous
Grace and peace from God our Father anchor this timeless letter, offering believers a profound vision of divine unity, spiritual inheritance, and steadfast daily living.
The Nature of a Gospel Church: A Confession of Evangelical Principles
J. (John) Church
Grounded in eternal decree and historical trial, a congregational church pursues spiritual purity, scriptural order, and mutual devotion while awaiting the final triumph of Christ.
The World English Bible (WEB): Leviticus
Anonymous
A manual for holiness, this text details the intricate rituals and ethical boundaries required for a community to live in the presence of the divine.
Conformity to the World
Edward Hoare
Living a faithful spiritual life requires navigating the delicate tension between active social participation and the preservation of one’s own deeply held convictions. This text serves as a guide for those seeking to balance their place in the world with their commitment to their faith.
He's Coming To-Morrow
Harriet Beecher Stowe
When news spreads that Christ will return tomorrow, a bustling, modern city is forced to confront what its inhabitants truly love and value.
The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 52: Romans: The Challoner Revision
Unknown
This foundational epistle serves as a profound theological map of grace, outlining a path for reconciliation between humanity and the Divine that transcends cultural and historical boundaries.
Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, 2 Thessalonians
Richard Francis Weymouth
Faith, patience, and the promise of a future resolution form the core of this epistle, written to encourage a community facing hardship and confusion. It offers a vision of divine justice that seeks to ground readers in the present while they wait for the return of Christ.
The Sacrifice of Life Slain by the Twenty-nine Instruments of Death: Being the Substance of a Sermon Preached on Sunday Morning, Nov. 28, 1813 at the Obelisk Chapel
J. (John) Church
The Sacrifice of Life Slain by the Twenty-nine Instruments of Death is a fervent, typological sermon from 1813 that interprets obscure Old Testament temple artifacts as profound, symbolic prophecies of the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, 2 Timothy
Richard Francis Weymouth
This translation offers a crisp, accessible rendition of a foundational apostolic letter, focusing on the intimate mentorship between a seasoned leader facing execution and his younger protégé. It remains a resonant document of endurance, legacy, and steadfast conviction.
Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, Mark
Richard Francis Weymouth
This account of a teacher who challenges the rigid traditions of his day culminates in a profound act of self-sacrifice. It remains a foundational text for its spare, urgent portrayal of a man whose actions consistently confound those around him.
"He was buried." A Sermon for Easter Even
Thomas (Curate of Clapham) Macgill
This sermon is a meditation on the quiet, somber interval between Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection. It invites the reader to stand in spirit before the tomb, reflecting on the weight of human sin and the promise of eternal life.
The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 57: Philippians: The Challoner Revision
Unknown
This letter from prison serves as both a profound meditation on personal suffering and a warm, pastoral appeal for unity among the early believers in Philippi.
Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, 2 Corinthians
Richard Francis Weymouth
A deeply personal letter of reconciliation, this text captures the raw, vulnerable struggle of a leader attempting to mend a fractured relationship with a community he founded. It offers an intimate look at the tensions between fragile human authority and the enduring nature of conviction.
The Cause and Cure of the Cattle Plague: A Plain Sermon
James Galloway Cowan
When disaster strikes, do we see only the mechanism of cause and effect, or do we perceive the hand of a divine power at work in the world?
Moses, not Darwin: A sermon preached at St. Mark's, Surbiton, Kingston-on-Thames on Friday, March 31, 1871
B. G. (Bennett George) Johns
A single scriptural verse serves as the foundation for a spirited defense of human divinity against the encroaching claims of a rising scientific materialism.
The Testimony of the Bible Concerning the Assumptions of Destructive Criticism
S. E. (Samuel Ellis) Wishard
This short volume serves as a stalwart defense of traditional biblical authorship, arguing that the authority of Scripture stands firm against the shifting sands of early twentieth-century academic skepticism. It provides a foundational guide for those who seek to reconcile their faith with the claims of critical…
Christmas builders
Charles Edward Jefferson
The modern frenzy of holiday obligation has obscured the true, expansive spirit of the season. This reflection argues that the only way to reclaim the joy of Christmas is to return to the heart of a child.
"I'm Greatly Concerned About Your Soul."
M. A. C.
A stranger’s sudden, tearful display of concern for another’s spiritual welfare acts as the catalyst for a profound personal transformation. This narrative serves as a testament to the power of earnest, individual intercession.
An Earnest Exhortation to a Frequent Reception of the Holy Sacrament of the Lord's Supper: Particularly Addressed to Young Persons
James Allan Park
This earnest appeal offers a clear, reasoned pathway for those who feel held back from religious observance by their own perceived inadequacies. It serves as a gentle, guiding hand for the hesitant believer.
The Members of the Established Church Vindicated: from certain charges, direct or implied, in a letter addressed to them by the Rev. John Alexander, on the subject of Infant Education
William Geary
This short, polemical work serves as a formal rebuttal to a public critique regarding the management of infant education in 1830s Norwich. It clarifies the intentions of Church of England members while addressing tensions between religious factions.
Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, Philippians
Richard Francis Weymouth
This modern-speech rendering of the Epistle to the Philippians offers a clear, accessible window into the correspondence between an imprisoned leader and his devoted followers. It prioritizes clarity and directness, stripping away archaic phrasing to emphasize the warmth and urgency of the original message.
A Solemn Caution Against the Ten Horns of Calvinism
Thomas Taylor
A beast rises from the sea with seven heads and ten horns, a symbol of a doctrine that promises truth but speaks with the voice of a dragon. This warning serves as a direct challenge to the tenets of absolute predestination.
Reasons for Leaving the Church of Rome
Laurence J. Nolan
This work serves as a personal manifesto from a former Roman Catholic clergyman, detailing the intellectual and theological journey that led to his renunciation of the Church of Rome in favor of Protestantism. It functions as a public apology and an invitation for others to examine their own religious convictions.
The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 65: Hebrews: The Challoner Revision
Unknown
Consider the nature of faith, the weight of history, and the promise of a rest that transcends the physical world.
The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 66: James: The Challoner Revision
Unknown
This ancient letter serves as a practical manual for living a life of faith, insisting that belief is an empty gesture without the tangible proof of compassionate action. It remains a foundational text for those seeking to bridge the gap between their spiritual convictions and their daily conduct.
The World English Bible (WEB): Nahum
Anonymous
This is a vivid, uncompromising poetic oracle concerning the inevitable collapse of a tyrannical empire. It offers a stark meditation on justice, power, and the transient nature of human cruelty.
Christian Marriage Indissoluble: A Plain Sermon: Preached at Archbishop Tenison's chapel, on the fifth Sunday after Trinity, 1857
James Galloway Cowan
This sermon captures a pivotal moment in Victorian religious history, serving as a staunch, uncompromising defense of the indissolubility of marriage against the looming shift in civil law.
The World English Bible (WEB): 1 John
Anonymous
An urgent, intimate letter from an elder to a community of believers, this work serves as both a manual for spiritual discernment and a meditation on the nature of divine love. It bridges the gap between ancient testimony and personal conviction, inviting readers to examine their lives against the standard of…
Christ the True Melchisedec: Being the substance of a sermon, preached on Sunday evening, July 24th, 1813, at the Obelisk Chapel
J. (John) Church
This sermon argues that the mysterious biblical figure Melchisedec is not a mere mortal, but the pre-incarnate Jesus Christ himself. It offers an intense, devotional exploration of Christ’s eternal role as a priest and mediator.
The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 67: 1 Peter: The Challoner Revision
Unknown
This brief, foundational letter serves as an urgent manual for maintaining faith and moral integrity while living as an outsider in a hostile society. It offers a timeless perspective on finding hope amidst suffering.
The Gracious Designs of God, Accomplished by the Malice of His Enemies: Being the Substance of an Address, Delivered on Wednesday, November 24th, 1819, at the Surrey Tabernacle, by J. Church, Being the Day of His Deliverance
J. (John) Church
A preacher reflects on three years of imprisonment, arguing that his enemies’ malice was merely an instrument used by God to refine his character and deepen his spiritual insight.