The Past and Present Position of the Church: An Address Delivered on the Occasion of Laying the Corner-Stone of Christ Church, Lexington, Ky. On Wednesday, the 17th of March, 1847 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Craik

9780331467178: The Past and Present Position of the Church: An Address Delivered on the Occasion of Laying the Corner-Stone of Christ Church, Lexington, Ky. On Wednesday, the 17th of March, 1847 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0331467178 ISBN 13: 9780331467178

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Uncover the shifting landscape of 19th‑century American religion and the call for church unity.

This address examines how sectarianism rose and how early American churches faced upheaval, from the Reformation to modern movements, and what that history means for today’s faith communities.

Through a grounded look at the past, the speaker traces the rise and impact of sects, the influence of the Revolution on religious life, and the way Kentucky and the wider United States navigated change. The work highlights how early church leadership sought to preserve unity and truth amid competing ideas, while warning against new forms of religious division that imitate ancient schisms.

Explore how early church structures and state relations shaped worship and ministry.
See the tension between unity in creed and diversity of practice across regions.
Understand critiques of secular philosophy and the role of faith in public life.
Learn about contemporary movements aiming to redefine church fellowship and creed.

Ideal for readers of church history, American religious history, and those interested in how faith communities respond to social change.

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