Religion and Life - Elwood Worcester - Bog

Religion and Life is a book written by Elwood Worcester that explores the relationship between religion and various aspects of human life. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific topic, such as the role of religion in society, the concept of God, the nature of faith, and the meaning of life.The author draws on his extensive experience as a minister and educator to offer insights and perspectives on these topics, while also incorporating ideas from other religious traditions and philosophical schools of thought. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and lay readers.Throughout the book, Worcester emphasizes the importance of religion in shaping our understanding of the world and our place in it. He also explores the ways in which religion can be a source of comfort, inspiration, and guidance for individuals facing the challenges of life.Overall, Religion and Life is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the role of religion in our lives, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of religion and human experience.1914. There are two qualities of this work to which the author calls attention. Its estimates of Christianity and of the person and character of Jesus are based on a lifelong study of the New Testament and upon a fair knowledge of the methods and results of modern criticism, while the parts bearing upon human life have been written in the light of an unusual opportunity to study the lives and consciences of men and women. Contents: Christianity and the social question; law of increase; good Samaritan; Jesus' judgment of men; idealism and devotion; forty years of agnosticism; Christ's love for individuals; forgiveness of sin and injuries; Gethsemane; Lord's supper; mystery of Jesus' death; resurrection of Jesus; power of faith; value of life; temple of God; salvation by work; justice and mercy; healing of Naaman; illusions of life; three judgment seats; Christ at the door of the heart.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.