England's Stewardship / The Substance of a Sermon Preached on the Fast-Day, in Trinity Church, Tunbridge Wells

Name: England's Stewardship / The Substance of a Sermon Preached on the Fast-Day, in Trinity Church, Tunbridge Wells
Author: Edward Hoare

By Edward Hoare

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Delivered on a national fast day, the sermon contends that England bears a God-given stewardship over India and must pair prayer with national humiliation and repentance in light of recent calamities and atrocities there. It defines stewardship as a moral duty shared by ministers, parents, the wealthy, and nations, argues that imperial power was providentially entrusted to Protestant England to disseminate scriptural light, and rejects treating colonial dominion as mere commercial enrichment rather than a sacred responsibility to promote Christian teaching and human welfare.

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Edward Hoare

Edward Hoare was a 19th-century Anglican cleric and author known for his theological writings and sermons. His works often explore the intersection of faith and spiritual life, as seen in his notable book, "Nothing Between," which addresses the special doctrines of the Reformation. Hoare's contributions to religious literature include discussions on baptism, clerical subscription, and the nature of inspiration, reflecting his deep engagement with the challenges of his time. His sermons, such as those preached in York Minster, reveal his commitment to pastoral care and the spiritual guidance of his congregation.