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Burning truths from Billy's bat

By Billy Sunday
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A compact collection of sermons, anecdotes, prayers, and terse sayings built around a dramatic conversion account and practical moral instruction. The pieces address family and motherhood, courtship and marriage, social amusements such as dancing, gambling, and theatre, and critiques of hypocrisy, spiritualism, and nominal religion. Interwoven are vivid recollections, Bible exposition, exhortations to repentance and steadfast faith, and homiletic advice for personal conduct and public testimony. The material favors direct, anecdotal argumentation intended to move listeners toward moral reform and committed Christian practice.

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Billy Sunday

Billy Sunday was a prominent American evangelist and former professional baseball player known for his dynamic preaching style and fervent religious messages. Active in the early 20th century, he became a leading figure in the revivalist movement, drawing large crowds to his sermons across the United States. His book, "Burning Truths from Billy's Bat," reflects his passionate approach to faith and life, blending his experiences in sports with his religious convictions. Sunday was a key figure in the temperance movement, advocating for Prohibition and influencing public opinion through his charismatic oratory.

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