The Agony of the Church (1917)

A compelling collection of wartime lectures, this work invites listeners into a reflective exploration of the Church’s timeless purpose. Drawing from the author’s experience preaching before students in Belgrade and beyond, the speaker frames the Church not merely as an institution but as the living body of Christ that carries believers safely through life’s storms. Listeners are encouraged to see the Church as a communal bath where hidden imperfections are laid bare before the divine, emphasizing the shared journey of sin and salvation.

The discussion moves beyond abstract theology to address how different Christian traditions can nurture one another, stressing mutual care over competition. It also sketches a sweeping view of the Church’s historical phases—its early resistance to power, its later political influence, and the challenges of a modern age—while probing the uneasy dance between church and state. Throughout, the tone remains gentle and inviting, urging anyone seeking a deeper, prayer‑filled understanding of Christian community to listen with an open heart.