ARCHIVE: Jesus and Our Generation [the Barrows Lectures 1924 -25]

[ 9781417922543 ] Maroon Hardback

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Jesus and Our Generation is a book written by Charles Whitney Gilkey that explores the relevance of Jesus Christ in the modern world. The book is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Jesus' teachings and their relevance to contemporary issues.In the first part, Gilkey examines the nature of Jesus' message and its significance for our understanding of God and the world. He argues that Jesus' teachings offer a unique perspective on the human condition, one that emphasizes the importance of love, compassion, and justice.The second part of the book focuses on the challenges facing our generation, including poverty, war, and environmental degradation. Gilkey argues that Jesus' teachings provide a framework for addressing these issues and promoting social justice.In the final part of the book, Gilkey explores the ways in which Jesus' message can be applied to our personal lives. He discusses the importance of spiritual growth, forgiveness, and the cultivation of inner peace.Overall, Jesus and Our Generation is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a fresh perspective on the relevance of Jesus' teachings for contemporary society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the intersection of faith and social justice.1925. The tremendous interest in the new interpretation of the personality of Jesus has made possible the publication of a popular, edition in this form. The six chapters of this book were originally presented as the 1925 Barrows Lectures, a series designed to present Christianity to the thoughtful people of India in a friendly, temperate, and conciliatory way. Here is an unusual commentary on the problem making the personality of Jesus the constructive force needed in the solution of many of our modern social, political and religious entanglements. Contents: Jesus and Our Generation; Jesus������� Way of Life; Jesus������� Life with God; Jesus and the Mysteries of Life and Death; The Lordship of Jesus; and Jesus and the Future.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.