The Overcoming Life, and Other Sermons

Name: The Overcoming Life, and Other Sermons
Author: Dwight Lyman Moody

By Dwight Lyman Moody

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A collection of evangelistic sermons presents faith as the means to overcome worldly temptation and frames the Christian life as an ongoing struggle requiring vigilance, repentance, and humility. The preacher combines scriptural exposition with pastoral counsel to address internal and external foes, the nature and results of true repentance, and the pursuit of holiness, rest, and wisdom. Short, plainspoken homilies emphasize conviction, confession, trust in Christ, and the need for personal transformation, offering practical exhortation and illustrative anecdote aimed at revival and sustained Christian growth.

About the Author

Dwight Lyman Moody

Dwight Lyman Moody (1837-1899) was a prominent American evangelist and publisher known for his influential role in the revivalist movement of the late 19th century. He founded the Moody Church in Chicago and established the Moody Bible Institute, which continues to educate and train Christian leaders today. Moody's works often focus on practical Christian living and biblical teachings, with notable titles such as "Bible Characters" and "Men of the Bible." His engaging anecdotes and illustrations, as seen in "Moody's Anecdotes and Illustrations," have made his sermons accessible and impactful, contributing significantly to evangelical literature.