Christian Charity, Its Obligations And Objects, With Reference To The Present State Of Society In A Series Of Sermons (1841)

""Christian Charity, Its Obligations And Objects, With Reference To The Present State Of Society: In A Series Of Sermons"" is a book written by John Bird Sumner and published in 1841. The book is a collection of sermons that explore the concept of Christian charity and its relevance in contemporary society. Sumner argues that charity is not simply a matter of giving money or material goods, but rather a moral obligation to help those in need and to promote the common good. He discusses the various forms of charity, including almsgiving, volunteering, and advocacy, and emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and self-sacrifice in fulfilling the Christian duty of charity. Sumner also addresses the challenges and obstacles that can hinder charitable efforts, such as selfishness, apathy, and systemic injustice. Overall, ""Christian Charity, Its Obligations And Objects, With Reference To The Present State Of Society: In A Series Of Sermons"" is a thought-provoking and inspiring work that encourages readers to embrace the principles of Christian charity and to work towards a more just and compassionate society.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.