Some Christian Convictions - Henry Sloane Coffin - Bog

Some Christian Convictions: A Practical Restatement in Terms of Present Day Thinking is a book written by Henry Sloane Coffin. It is a collection of essays that aims to provide a modern interpretation of traditional Christian beliefs. The book is structured into three parts, each dealing with a different aspect of Christian faith. The first part focuses on the nature of God, exploring the concept of God as a loving and just creator. The second part delves into the nature of humanity, discussing topics such as sin, free will, and the role of the church in society. The final part deals with the Christian vision of the future, examining topics such as heaven, the resurrection, and the end of the world. Throughout the book, Coffin emphasizes the importance of practical applications of Christian beliefs in everyday life. He argues that Christian convictions should not be seen as abstract concepts, but rather as guiding principles that can inform and shape our actions and interactions with others. Overall, Some Christian Convictions offers a thoughtful and thought-provoking exploration of Christian faith for modern readers.1915. Contents: Introduction, some moments of thought in the 19th century which have affected Christian beliefs; religion; the Bible; Jesus Christ; God; the Cross; New Life, individual and social; the Church; Christian life everlasting.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.