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Alexander, James W

 
9781932474664: My Brother's Keeper

Synopsis

This is the second in our series of "American Sunday School Union Classic Reprints." It first appeared in 1838 written by J.W. Alexander (1804-1859). It is a timeless example of how an older brother should admonish and encourage a younger brother. Topics covered in the letters include: On Reading the Scriptures Gratitude to Parents Shortness of Life Early Rising Bodily Exercise Habits of Diligence Friendships & the Danger of Evil Companions Truth and Falsehood Evil Speaking Secret Prayer The Great Concern: the Salvation of your Soul Although a brilliant pastor and professor, Alexander wrote each letter with his youngest brother in mind, and thus in simple, straightforward language. Superbly written!

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Republished letters from James Alexander (1804—1859) to his younger brother, on the virtues and vices, the duties and dangers of youth. Publisher’s Note: This book was produced by a team of hard-working volunteers in an effort to keep books of antiquity alive and well among our modern day readers. We are grateful for the hard work and effort that went into the reproduction of these classics. We make a concerted effort to achieve a high quality product while at the same time offering these precious books at lower prices to reach the widest readership possible. Our prayer is that you will find them honoring to the name of Christ and share these rich Christian books with others.

Biographie de l'auteur

Alexander graduated from Princeton University in 1820. Ordained in 1827, he served as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church in Trenton, New Jer­sey (1829-1832). He be came Professor of Rhetoric at Princeton in 1833; pastor of Duane Street Presbyterian Church, New York, 1844; Professor of Church History at Princeton, 1849; and pastor of the 5th Avenue Presbyterian Church, New York, 1851. His works include: Gifts to the Afflicted Thoughts on Family Worship Sacramental Discourses (New York: Anson D. F. Randolph, 1860) Breaking the Crucible and Other Translations (posthumous) (New York: 1861)

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