Publisher's Synopsis
The Ideal Life and Other Unpublished Addresses is a collection of speeches and essays by the Scottish theologian and writer, Henry Drummond. The book consists of previously unpublished works that were discovered after Drummond's death in 1897. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including the nature of love, the importance of faith, and the pursuit of a meaningful life. Drummond's writing is characterized by his optimistic and uplifting tone, and his belief in the power of love to transform individuals and society. The Ideal Life and Other Unpublished Addresses is a thought-provoking and inspiring read for anyone interested in philosophy, spirituality, and personal growth.1898. The addresses which make up this volume were written by Professor Drummond between the years 1876 and 1881, and are now published to meet the wishes of those who heard some of them delivered, and in the hope they may continue his work. Also included are two memorial sketches by W. Robertson Nicoll and Ian Maclaren. Contents: Ill-Temper; Why Christ Must Depart; Going to the Father; The Eccentricity of Religion; To Me to Live is Christ; Clairvoyance; The Three Facts of Sin; The Three Facts of Salvation; Marvel Not; Penitence; The Man After God's Own Heart: A Bible Study on the Ideal of a Christian Life; What is Your Life? What is God's Will? The Relation of the Will of God to Sanctification; How to Know the Will of God.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.
