
By - Rev. T. B. Ray, D.D.
TO MY WIFE WHO SHARED THE JOURNEY WITH ME
CONTENTS
FOREWORD.
CHAPTER I. - THE COUNTRY.
CHAPTER II. - THE CAPITAL, RIO DE JANEIRO.
CHAPTER III. - A VISIT TO A COUNTRY CHURCH.
CHAPTER IV. - TWO PRESIDENTS.
CHAPTER V. - THE GOSPEL WITHHELD.
CHAPTER VI. - SAINT WORSHIP.
A devoted missionary couple sets sail from New York, crossing the Atlantic to the vibrant shores of Brazil. Their arrival in Bahia opens a panorama of bustling ports, lush interiors, and a society steeped in Catholic tradition. As they travel inland, they observe the rhythms of daily life, from bustling markets to the quiet devotion of rural villages, painting a vivid picture of a nation in transition.
Amid this rich cultural tapestry, they chronicle the quiet yet powerful work of Protestant missionaries striving to share their faith. Through personal encounters, they reveal moments when the gospel resonates with locals, sparking hope and reshaping hearts despite resistance. Their sketches capture both the challenges of language and tradition and the unexpected triumphs that arise when belief meets compassion.
The narrative offers listeners an intimate glimpse into early 20th‑century mission life, balancing travel reflections with heartfelt testimonies of spiritual awakening. It invites you to experience the blend of adventure, faith, and cultural exchange that defined their Brazilian journey.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (183K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Robert Rowe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines.
Release date
2003-07-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1868–1934
A Southern Baptist minister and mission writer, he spent decades shaping how readers in the American South understood foreign missions. His books, including Brazilian Sketches, blend religious purpose with firsthand observation from his rare trip abroad.
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