Signs of These Times (Classic Reprint)

Willard Learoyd Sperry

ISBN 10: 1330476433 / ISBN 13: 9781330476437

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

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Print on Demand. This book focuses on the timely relevance of religious wisdom in the modern world, where lawmaking and prophecy are seemingly on the wane. The author argues that wisdom, which springs from a mature understanding of the past and a thoughtful consideration of the future, is crucial for religious growth. This wisdom counsels us to learn from our own experiences, to attend to the signs of the times, and to avoid shortsightedness in religion. The author traces the historical roots of wisdom in religion, particularly within the Jewish tradition, and emphasizes its importance in reconciling the tension between this-worldliness and other-worldliness. By examining the work of Jesus and the history of the early Christian church, the book demonstrates how wisdom has guided religious movements throughout history. The concluding chapters delve into the specific challenges facing religion in the contemporary world, such as its cooperation or noncooperation with the spirit of the age. The author draws upon examples from classical Greek philosophy and ethics to illustrate the dangers of uncritical conformity and the importance of dissenting voices in maintaining the vitality of religion. Ultimately, the book stresses the enduring significance of wisdom in helping us navigate the complexities of religious life and in fostering a deeper, more authentic relationship with the divine. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Signs of These Times (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330476433
• ISBN 13: 9781330476437
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Spiritual

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Synopsis

Explore how modern faith can grow wiser. This book asks readers to read the signs of the times and seek a grounded, practical wisdom that sustains belief in today’s world.

From a careful look at how religion meets culture, the author discusses four or five pivotal questions facing liberal Protestant thought. It argues that wisdom—not just laws or prophets—helps religion endure and stay relevant. By tracing examples from history, including the tension between individual conscience and organized religion, the work invites readers to consider how wisdom can shape faith, community, and personal conduct.

• Learn why wisdom is described as the “pedestrian virtue” that helps faith endure through history.
• See how solitary saints and individual paths, like St. Francis, challenge institutionalism and keep faith alive.
• Understand the limits of psychology and the sciences when interpreting religious experience.
• Explore the balance between social action and personal devotion in Christian life.

Ideal for readers of modern religious thought, especially those curious about how faith can stay meaningful in a changing world.