The Coming Night / A Sermon Preached in Cromer Church, on Friday, June 12, 1857, on occasion of the death of Anna Gurney

Name: The Coming Night / A Sermon Preached in Cromer Church, on Friday, June 12, 1857, on occasion of the death of Anna Gurney
Author: Edward Hoare

A funeral sermon reflecting on the death of a long-serving, charitable woman uses a biblical image of working while it is day to compare life to daytime and its close to approaching night. It urges listeners to use their limited years and talents for compassionate service and Christian duty, sketches life stages as morning, noon, and evening, contrasts the believer’s peaceful passing with the unconverted person’s dark prospect, and counsels mourners to trust providence, find purpose in loss, and imitate the deceased’s sustained benevolence and steady faith.

By Edward Hoare

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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.