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I INSCRIBE THIS BOOK - TO - TWO VALUED FRIENDS - JOHN GLAISTER, M.D. - PROFESSOR OF FORENSIC MEDICINE - UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW - AND - CHARLES SCARTH, ESQ., J.P. - OF MORLEY, YORKS. - PREFACE
AMBROSE SHEPHERD.
YOUTH AND AFTER
YOUTH AND AFTER
YOUTH'S STRATEGIC PLACES
THE WORSHIP OF LUCK
A DEVIL'S TRINITY
TEMPTATION AND RESPONSIBILITY
SELF-RESPECT AND COMPANIONSHIPS
In this compact volume, a seasoned preacher gathers the sermons he once delivered from a Glasgow pulpit, preserving them for a new generation of young men. The talks are presented just as they were spoken, with the rhythm and immediacy of a live audience, and aim to spark thoughtful reflection on purpose, character, and social responsibility.
Drawing on vivid biblical scenes—such as the quiet final days of Terah in Haran and his son Abram’s early doubts about lunar worship—the author weaves ancient narratives into modern ethical questions. He challenges readers to examine the roots of belief, the weight of personal choice, and the courage required to forge a meaningful life.
The tone remains conversational yet earnest, inviting listeners to engage with each chapter as a stepping stone toward mature adulthood. Whether you are navigating the uncertainties of youth or simply seeking a thoughtful companion on the road to responsibility, these addresses offer steady, reflective guidance without resorting to grandiose sermonizing.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (234K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2007-08-31
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
A Scottish minister and speaker whose writing grew out of talks first given to young men in Glasgow. His work blends plainspoken moral advice with the energy of a preacher trying to meet everyday life head-on.
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