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Gospel Sermons

On Faith, the Holy Spirit, and the Coming Kingdom

Johann Christoph Blumhardt author Christian T Collins Winn editor Charles E Moore editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Plough Publishing House

Published:22nd Aug '19

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This book offers a refreshing perspective on experiencing God's future now, encouraging readers to embrace the presence of the Holy Spirit in their lives.

In Gospel Sermons, the author challenges readers to embrace the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the presence of God's future in the present moment. Instead of waiting for an apocalyptic end, the book emphasizes that we can experience divine grace and transformation right now. This notion is particularly relevant in discussions around eschatology, where varying opinions often lead to heated debates. The author navigates these complexities, presenting a perspective that transcends both fear-driven warnings and overly idealistic views of the future.

Johann Christoph Blumhardt emerges as a pivotal figure in this discourse, offering a refreshing approach to the concept of 'last things.' His sermons encapsulate a vibrant theology of hope, urging believers to actively seek and prepare for the coming kingdom of God. Blumhardt's insights challenge conventional Christian thought, inviting readers to anticipate and even hasten the arrival of God's presence through prayer and intentional living. His passionate plea is not just theoretical; it is a call to action that resonates deeply with those yearning for a more profound spiritual experience.

Ultimately, Gospel Sermons serves as a compelling reminder that the divine is accessible today. With confidence and holy expectation, Blumhardt encourages us to watch for, pray for, and live in alignment with the reality of God's future. This book is not only a theological exploration but also a practical guide for those seeking to engage with the Spirit in their everyday lives.

Many of us who admire a radical apocalyptic theology of resistance have long recognized the importance of the Blumhardts, father and son. They influenced Karl Barth, William Stringfellow, Jacques Ellul, the Bruderhofs, and a host of others who may not even recognize their legacy from these original yet profoundly biblical teachers. This new translation of Johann's Gospel Sermons is most welcome.--Fleming Rutledge, author of The Crucifixion: Understanding the Death of Jesus Christ and Not Ashamed of the Gospel In this remarkable volume of sermons, Johann Christoph Blumhardt steps out of the shadows of nineteenth-century theology into his own bright light as a preacher. In our time, when many sermons have become reduced to self-help, faux prosperity, memoirs masquerading as proclamation, or the politics du jour, Blumhardt's bold and biblically rigorous sermons ring out like a fog bell sounding over a darkened sea, warning us away from the shoals and guiding us safely to harbor.--Thomas G. Long, Bandy Professor of Preaching Emeritus, Emory University

ISBN: 9780874862454

Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm

Weight: unknown

290 pages