A Christian Directory, Part 1: Christian Ethics

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Baxter, Richard, 1615-1691

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Christian Directory, Part 1: Christian Ethics" by Richard Baxter is a theological work written in the mid-17th century. This volume serves as a guide for Christians, focusing on practical theology and ethics, offering insights on private, family, church, and civil duties within a Christian context. The text aims to provide practical resolutions and direction for living a life aligned with Christian principles. At the start of the work, Baxter emphasizes the importance of personal piety and the necessity of maintaining a good heart in his discussion of Christian ethics. He sets forth the book's purpose as a practical resource for both inexperienced ministers and everyday Christians seeking to navigate their spiritual responsibilities and ethical dilemmas. The opening sections outline the fundamental aspects of Christian life, including the significance of self-examination, the importance of overcoming sin, and the need for a committed relationship with God. Baxter's style is approachable, aiming to make complex theological concepts accessible to all readers, thereby encouraging a sincere practice of faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Douglas L. Alley, III, Colin Bell, CCEL and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-12-15