From Traditional to Rational Faith: Or the Way I Came From Baptist to Liberal Christianity (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A thoughtful journey from strict tradition toward a freer, inward faith.
This memoir follows a pastor’s path as he moves from rigid Baptist orthodoxy to a liberal, Unitarian‑leaning understanding. It offers a candid account of wrestling with scripture, church history, and the meaning of holiness, hope, and truth in a modern spiritual life.
Grounded in personal experience, the narrative explores the tension between inherited beliefs and new insight. It emphasizes humility, intellectual integrity, and the desire to help others seek a sincere, ethical faith without fear or dogma. The book invites readers to reflect on how faith can be both deeply felt and thoughtfully examined.
- A clear account of the author’s spiritual shift and its motives
- Plain discussions of scriptural interpretation, church history, and faith
- Ideas about holiness, conscience, and the life of service
- A measured appeal for freedom within a thoughtful religious community
Ideal for readers curious about how belief evolves, and for those exploring liberal approaches to Christianity.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compelling memoir that chronicles the author's personal journey from traditional religious beliefs to a more rational faith. Raised within an Evangelical Christian background, the author was deeply ingrained with the tenets of their doctrine. However, over time, intellectual curiosity and a critical examination of scripture led them to question and ultimately reject certain aspects of the traditional theology they had been taught. This book delves into the complexities of religious faith, highlighting the tension between dogma and personal experience. The author's exploration of the nature of God, the role of Jesus Christ, and the importance of inward purity and ethical living offers a fresh perspective on the essence of true spirituality. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330890318_0
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