The Christian serving his own generation / A sermon occasioned by the lamented death of Joseph John Gurney, Esq.

Name: The Christian serving his own generation / A sermon occasioned by the lamented death of Joseph John Gurney, Esq.
Author: John Alexander

By John Alexander

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A funeral sermon reflecting on the life of Joseph John Gurney uses the biblical example of David to illustrate Christian service. The preacher contends that authentic Christianity is lived as willing servitude to God, combining discipleship, profession, endurance, and filial devotion, and that service to church and world is both a duty and the proof of genuine piety. He outlines the office a Christian sustains, the manner in which it should be discharged, and the state in which it terminates, and invokes Gurney’s writings and charitable example as models to be imitated.

About the Author

John Alexander

John Alexander was a 19th-century English minister and author known for his contributions to religious literature and sermons. He was particularly engaged with the issues surrounding education and church practices of his time. His notable works include "A Letter of Affectionate Remonstrance Addressed to the Members of the Established Church in Norwich," which critiques the exclusive system of infant education. Alexander also delivered significant sermons, such as those commemorating the deaths of prominent figures and addressing contemporary religious concerns. His writings reflect a commitment to the Dissenting tradition and the role of faith in public life.