Broken Bread, from an Evangelist's Wallet

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Broken Bread, from an Evangelist's Wallet

by Thomas Champness

EN·~4 hours·67 chapters

Chapters

67 total
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Transcribed from the 1888 “Joyful News” edition by David Price, ccx074@pglaf.org

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BROKEN BREAD from an EVANGELIST’S WALLET.

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PREFACE.

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I. SPIRITUAL FARMING.—No. 1. DRAINING.

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II. LITTLE MOSES. SERVE THE CHILDREN FIRST.

2:49
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III. SPIRITUAL FARMING.—No. 2. PLOUGHING.

2:46
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IV. A SHORT HOME MISSION SERMON.

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V. THE BATTLE OF THE BEANFIELD. 2 Samuel, xxiii, 11, 12.

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VI. “HIS CHAINS FELL OFF.” Acts xii. 7.

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VII. LEAPING AND PRAISING. Acts iii, 8.

1:10

Description

This modest volume is a collection of devotional essays stitched together from a late‑19th‑century evangelical periodical. The author uses the image of land drainage to illustrate how a congregation must clear away hidden obstacles before faith can take root, asking readers to examine everything from leadership attitudes to the style of worship. By drawing on everyday farming practices, the piece invites listeners to see spiritual growth as a patient, hands‑on process.

A second essay turns to the story of Moses, reminding us of the fragile dependence of children on caring adults and on divine providence. It gently urges gratitude toward mothers, proposing that love and obedience are the truest repayment for their lifelong sacrifices. The tone is warm and reflective, offering listeners simple, memorable insights that feel like a comforting shared meal.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (250K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2008-01-11

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Thomas Champness

Thomas Champness

1832–1905

A bricklayer-turned-preacher, he became one of the best-known Methodist evangelists of his day and wrote widely to encourage ordinary readers in Christian faith and service.

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