A Sermon, Preached Before His Excellency Caleb Strong Esq. (Classic Reprint): Governor, His Honor William Phillips Esq. Lieutenant-Governor, the ... Commonwealth of Massachusetts, May 26, 1813 - Softcover

Allen, William

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A 19th-century sermon on how the gospel should guide civic leadership without coercion.

This edition presents William Allen’s meditation on religion, liberty, and the duty of rulers to promote virtue within a framework of civil and religious separation. This book argues for a clear distinction between church and state while urging lawmakers to protect religious liberty and support moral governance. It traces how true leadership should avoid tyranny, embrace humility, and rely on the gospel to inform policy rather than power.

Explore the historical call for religious liberty as a foundation of American governance.
See how the sermon links biblical teaching with political responsibility.
Understand arguments for limited church influence in state affairs and the protection of individual conscience.
Consider the role of rulers in promoting public virtue and humane law without coercion.

Ideal for readers of religious history and political ethics who want a window into 19th-century debates about faith, law, and liberty.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1331783917
ISBN 13: 9781331783916
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 25

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines Jesus's kingdom as depicted in the Christian gospels to illustrate the distinction between Christ's teachings and political rule. The author emphasizes the spiritual nature of Christ's kingdom, arguing that it is based on principles of love, forgiveness, and redemption rather than earthly power or authority. They also highlight the historical context of the era, explaining that Jesus's message resonated with the Jewish people, who were oppressed by Roman rule and longed for a spiritual deliverer. Through a close examination of the biblical texts, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the nature and impact of Jesus's teachings on the world. Ultimately, it invites readers to reflect on the importance of spiritual values in their own lives and to consider the ways in which they can contribute to a more just and compassionate society. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781331783916_0

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