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Borrowed Axes and Other Sermons
Hardcover
Religion General Christian LivingGeneral Christianity
ISBN13: 9781025311111
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 134
Weight: 0.81
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Borrowed Axes and Other Sermons is a compelling collection of religious discourses by Russell H. Conwell, one of the most influential American orators and ministers of the early twentieth century. This work brings together a series of insightful sermons designed to offer practical spiritual guidance and moral inspiration to a broad audience. The title sermon, Borrowed Axes, draws upon biblical narrative to explore themes of responsibility, honesty, and the power of divine intervention in the ordinary challenges of human life.
Throughout the collection, Conwell applies Christian principles to the realities of everyday existence, emphasizing the dignity of work, the importance of individual character, and the potential for success through faith and perseverance. Known for his practical approach to spirituality, Conwell's preaching style is marked by its accessibility, storytelling flair, and earnest desire to help individuals improve their lives and their communities. This volume serves as a significant example of the American homiletic tradition, capturing the optimistic and practical spirit of early modern Christianity. Readers will find timeless wisdom in these pages, as the author addresses universal questions of purpose, ethics, and the transformative power of a lived faith.
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