Harry Emerson FosdickBesprekingen

A transcription of a sermon preached by Fosdick.

Fosdick speaks from a position of some prominence and power and imagines that people who believe as he does will maintain that kind of prestige. He has no love for fundamentalist positions, and the man is certainly a religious progressive of his day; but his main concern seems to be the posture of condemnation which comes from the fundamentalists regarding those who differ with them.

Whereas fundamentalists can and do condemn beyond what is appropriate or written, Fosdick and others did cross many lines outside the bounds of Christian orthodoxy into territory which would be universally deemed heretical. However, the irenic spirit would have been nice and might have been compelling.

But the irenic spirit was not found in fundamentalism, and the ground on which the Fosdicks of the world stood in the early twentieth century was continually eroded throughout that century and into our own. The fundamentalists in many real ways did, in fact, "win," for better and for worse.

This was from the World Landmark books series, companion to the Landmark books, which focused on U.S. history. Both were perfect for young history nerds such as I in the late fifties. As with the Landmark books, I won't enter all that I read. This serves as an example because it was the first "real" book that I read cover to cover in one sitting -- or rather, lying. It was in our basement on a Saturday afternoon when I was in the fourth grade, my head was propped on a burlap bag filled with pecans. I was gripped by the story. Seems fitting in light of my eventual career both.

The author first dispels the idea that Jesus was a myth, and then sets out to discuss his relationship with the many groups he encountered. This includes the disciples, Women, Pharisees and other Jewish groups, insurrectionists and others. Includes an extensive bibliography.

Macmillan, 1913

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I am humbled by the faith of Fosdick and inspired at the same time. While his theology is a bit dated in places, his deep faith shines through as he writes about the character of Jesus. In particular the section where he explores the prayer habits of the Lord are particularly relevant and inspirational.

This was a classic of its time and it is well worth visiting now. This is one of the very formative books in my library and I will refer to it over and over again.

This one is worth wiping the dust off of.

not as religious as i expected. more self help

Fosdick Harry Emerson,1878-1969. A series of daily readings and meditations covering twelve weeks, ont eh theme of Service.

A series of daily readings and meditations covering twelve weeks, on the theme of Service .

This is a neat little compilation. I especially enjoyed the preface, introduction, and the synopsis prior to the body of work of the particular reformers. You will read the glimpses of holy scripture truth that these fervent people tried to undersand, implement in their lives and the lives of other. Perhaps this book would be a good intro to the studies of a history major embarking on this period of world and european history?

This worthwhile book was published by the YMCA, Young Men's Christian Association. Mr. Fosdick demonstrates that genuine faith has it's foundation in the truthfulness of God's Word and the faithfulness of His promises that are fully realized in His Son, Jesus Christ.

H. E. Fosdick was the quintisential liberal preacher of his day. He stood in opposition to all the orthodox doctrines, and even wrote "shall the fundamentalists win?", dispairing because of the return to orthodoxy by preachers at the turn of the 20th century. Fosdick denied the Trinity, the virgin birth, and the literal bodily resurrection of Jesus. Educated at Union Theological Seminary, Fosdick reflected the positions he was taught there.

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Theologian for the New York oligarchs

5-67 AD

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