Our Unitarian Gospel

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Savage, Minot J. (Minot Judson), 1841-1918.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Our Unitarian Gospel" by Minot J. Savage is a collection of sermons written in the late 19th century. The work aims to elucidate and defend the principles of Unitarianism, emphasizing a philosophy that champions individual thought, compassion, and the importance of a loving God. The author addresses a series of theological inquiries and ideologies, presenting a perspective that rejects traditional dogmas focused on fear and despair. The opening of this work introduces Savage's core themes surrounding Unitarian beliefs, beginning with a dedication to those who seek a message of hope rather than one defined by death and despair. He challenges the misconceptions that Unitarianism is a modern invention, tracing its historical roots through early monotheistic beliefs in ancient Judaism and early Christianity. Savage discusses the evolution of religious thought, leading to the Renaissance and the Reformation, highlighting the emergence of Unitarianism as a response to a more compassionate understanding of God and humanity. He sets the stage for a broader exploration of the theological principles of Unitarianism, emphasizing progress, inquiry, and the essential goodness of humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

"What do you give in place of what you take away?"

Are there any creeds which it is wicked for us to question?

Why have Unitarians no creed?

The real significance of the present religious discussion

Doubt and faith: both holy

Is life a probation ended by death?

Sin and atonement

Prayer, and communion with God

The worship of God

Mortality natural, not statutory

Reward and punishment

Things which doubt cannot destroy

Evolution loses nothing of value to man

Why are not all educated people Unitarians?

Where is the Evangelical Church?

Credits:

Produced by Edmund Dejowski

Notes:

Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2006-06-13