Universalism And The Universalist Church (1915)

""Universalism and the Universalist Church"" is a historical and theological exploration of the Universalist denomination, written by John Coleman Adams and published in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Universalist Church's origins, development, and beliefs, tracing its roots back to the early Christian church and examining its growth in America during the 19th century.Adams delves into the theological principles that underlie Universalism, including the belief in a loving God who desires the salvation of all humanity and the rejection of the concept of eternal damnation. He explores the ways in which Universalism has been expressed in various historical contexts, from the early church to the modern era, and examines the role of prominent Universalist figures such as Hosea Ballou and John Murray.The book also provides a detailed analysis of the Universalist Church's organizational structure, including its governance, liturgy, and practices. Adams examines the challenges faced by the denomination over the years, including debates over the nature of salvation and the relationship between faith and reason.Overall, ""Universalism and the Universalist Church"" offers a fascinating insight into the history and theology of one of America's most unique and enduring religious traditions.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.