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THE CHRISTIAN HOME, - As It Is In The Sphere of Nature and the Church.
Preface.
Chapter II.—The Mission Of The Christian Home.
Chapter III.—Family Religion.
Chapter IV—The Relation Of Home To The Church.
Chapter V—Home Influence.
Chapter VI—Home As A Stewardship.
Chapter VII—Responsibilities Of The Christian Home.
Chapter VIII—The Family Bible.
Chapter IX—Infancy.
In this thoughtful exploration of family life, the author argues that the Christian home remains the first and most vital institution for shaping character and faith. He outlines the many responsibilities that parents hold—providing moral guidance, education, and discipline—while also addressing practical concerns such as matchmaking and choosing suitable companions for their children. By linking domestic duties to both natural order and scriptural principles, the work invites readers to reconsider the home’s role amid today’s emphasis on individualism.
Through clear, earnest language, the book highlights how neglecting these foundational duties can lead to spiritual and social decay, urging a revival of heartfelt, God‑centered family practices. It offers practical suggestions for nurturing respect, affection, and obedience within the household, aiming to restore the home as a nurturing environment that prepares its members for broader life in church and society. Listeners will find both a critique of modern complacency and a hopeful roadmap toward stronger, more purposeful family life.
Full title
The Christian Home As it is in the Sphere of Nature and the Church; Showing the Mission, Duties, Influences, Habits, and Responsibilities of Home, its Education, Government, and Discipline; with Hints on "Match Making," and the Relation of Parents to the Marriage Choice of their Children; together with a consideration of the Tests in the Selection of a Companion, Etc. As it is in the Sphere of Nature and the Church; Showing the Mission, Duties, Influences, Habits, and Responsibilities of Home, its Education, Government, and Discipline; with Hints on "Match Making," and the Relation of Parents to the Marriage Choice of their Children; together with a consideration of the Tests in the Selection of a Companion, Etc.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (494K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-12-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1823–1892
A 19th-century Reformed minister, he wrote warmly and at length about family life, marriage, parenting, and the spiritual meaning of home. His best-known work reflects a pastor’s desire to connect everyday domestic life with Christian teaching.
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