Right Rev Boyd Carpenter (6 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the wisdom of the Epistle of James, a concise yet profound letter from the New Testament. The author skillfully guides readers through the text, offering insights into the writer's personality, his philosophy of life, and his understanding of both humanity and God. Written in a time when early Christians sought guidance and understanding, this book explores the epistle's emphasis on practical faith and righteous living. The author's keen observations of nature and human behavior are woven into the text, making the wisdom of James accessible and applicable to everyday life. Themes of trials, perseverance, genuine faith, and the dangers of superficial piety are explored, challenging readers to examine their own beliefs and actions. The book underscores the importance of character development as the true purpose of life, emphasizing that our actions speak louder than words. Ultimately, this book reveals the timeless relevance of James' teachings, reminding us that true fulfillment lies not in material wealth or empty religious gestures but in living a life of integrity, compassion, and service to others. 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.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket (as issued). First Edition. A collection of 10 essays (written for the Sunday Magazine) concerned with the philosophy, benefits and consequences of prayer. One essay each by the Right Rev. W. Boyd Carpenter, Bishop of Ripon; the Rev. Theodorre L. Cuyler; the Rev. John Watson ("Ian Maclaren"); the Rev. Canon Knox Little; William Quarrier; Leonard K. Shaw; the Rev. R.F. Horton; the Rev. H. Price Hughes; the Rev. J. Clifford; and the Very Rev. G.D. Boyle, Dean of Salisbury. Brownish/reddish cloth w/silver decorations/lettering to front cover/spine, 124 pages + one-page advertisement for a weekly paper published by Dougall. A bit of edgewear w/moderate wear to corners/spine ends, mild warp to front cover, tanned/dusty/moderately soiled edges, moderate internal soil. Scarce. Size: 16mo - over 5¾ - 6¾" tall. Book.…