Plain Sermons, Preached at Archbishop Tenison's Chapel, Regent Street

These sermons, delivered from the modest pulpit of a bustling London chapel in the mid‑nineteenth century, invite listeners into a candid conversation about the everyday tug‑of‑war between spiritual devotion and worldly concerns. With a clear, earnest voice, the preacher unpacks familiar biblical passages, drawing vivid contrasts between the worship of the Almighty and the allure of “mammon”—the restless pursuit of wealth, status, and material comfort.

The first address challenges the assumption that diligent planning for food, clothing, and security is harmless, urging the faithful to examine whether such preoccupation has become a subtle form of idolatry. By weaving scriptural insight with practical observations of daily life, the sermon encourages listeners to adopt a balanced perspective that honors divine trust while responsibly attending to life’s necessities. The result is a thought‑provoking, accessible guide for anyone wrestling with the question of how much of themselves they should give to the world versus the divine.