Isbn: 9780243399079 - a sermon preach'd to the societies for reformation of manners, at salter's-hall, on monday, june 28, 1725 (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, written by a minister, centres around a Biblical excerpt from the book of Deuteronomy, which the author uses as a framework to examine the dangers of immorality and vice to both the individual and society as a whole during times of prosperity. Beginning with a historical review of the moral pitfalls experienced by the Israelites during their prosperous years, the author goes on to explore specific sins to which people are prone when their material needs are met. These include the neglect of God and His laws, indulgence in excessive sensuality, and the pursuit of ungodly practices. Through scriptural references, the author illustrates the devastating consequences of such behavior, both for the sinner and for the community at large. However, the book is not merely a list of prohibitions but also offers guidance on how to resist temptation and live a virtuous life. The author stresses the importance of personal responsibility, vigilance against the snares of prosperity, and the cultivation of spiritual disciplines such as prayer and Bible study. Ultimately, this book serves as a timeless reminder of the perils of moral complacency, particularly during periods of abundance. It challenges readers to examine their own conduct and to strive for a life that is pleasing to God, regardless of their material circumstances. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …