Excerpt from From Romance to Reality: The Merging of a Life in a World Movement; An Autobiography
Imagination, as a susceptibility and a power, is itself a foremost endowment of mankind._ Without it there would be no creative faculty or inventive genius. The sense of the romantic grows out of these Capacities, and is a legitimate source of mental and moral awakening. The susceptibility of the genus homo to sentiment is a noble possibility. It is the highway to something far worthier than sentimentalism. Without sentiment, life would be robbed of its chief incitements and inspirations.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This autobiography chronicles the life of Henry Clay Mabie, a Baptist minister, missionary, and ecumenical leader, from his childhood in the Midwest to his extensive travels and work in Asia and beyond. Mabie's journey began in a small Illinois town, where he was raised in a devout Christian household and influenced by the frontier revivalism of the time. He experienced both joy and sorrow in his early life, with the deaths of several siblings shaping his faith and sense of purpose. As a young man, Mabie felt called to the ministry and pursued theological studies. His passion for missions led him to Burma, where he spent many years working among the Karen people. He also traveled extensively throughout Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, witnessing firsthand the challenges and opportunities facing the Christian faith in different cultural contexts. Through his experiences, Mabie developed a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of the global Christian community and the need for cooperation and ecumenism. He became a leading advocate for unity among different denominations, working tirelessly to promote dialogue and collaboration. Mabie's insights on the nature of faith, the challenges of mission work, and the importance of unity continue to resonate with readers today, making this autobiography an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the life of a dedicated servant, and the ongoing pursuit of a more just and compassionate world. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781334194061_0
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