Funeral Sermon on the Late Hon. Christopher Gore, Formerly Governor of Massachusetts (Classic Reprint): Preached at King's Chapel, Boston, March 11, ... Boston, March 11, 1827 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Greenwood, Francis William Pitt

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1334291225 ISBN 13: 9781334291227

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book is a sermon from the early 1800s which unpacks the concept of death from the perspective of Christianity, exploring the theological underpinnings of mortality and eternal life. As part of his discussion on the different types of death, the author focuses on what he calls the "second death", which is a spiritual death that results from disobedience towards God and leads to eternal damnation. He argues that only through righteousness and the practice of religion can individuals escape this second death and attain everlasting life. The author explores the various ways in which virtuous individuals can achieve eternal life, including through their good deeds, their positive influence on others, and their belief in God's grace. This perspective offers insights into the significance of living a righteous and compassionate life in order to secure a positive afterlife, and underscores the central role of faith in achieving eternal salvation.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1334291225
• ISBN 13: 9781334291227
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 24