02199cam a22003013u 4500 11923 UtSlPG 20260610133302.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BX Lyth, J. (John), 1821-1886 Religion in Earnest: A Memorial of Mrs. Mary Lyth, of York Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-04-01 Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Keren Vergon, Leah Moser and PG Distributed Proofreaders "Religion in Earnest: A Memorial of Mrs. Mary Lyth, of York" by J. Lyth is a biographical memoir written in the mid-19th century. The work is a tribute to the author's mother, Mary Lyth, highlighting her exemplary life of piety, unwavering faith, and the impact of her religious devotion on her family and community. It serves to illustrate how consistent Christian principles can shape a life dedicated to God and inspire others. The opening of the memoir sets the stage by establishing the context of Mary Lyth's early life and family background. It describes her upbringing under a strict but morally upright father, who failed to comprehend the deeper spiritual awakening of his daughter as she embraced Methodism and sought redemption. As Mary begins to cultivate her own faith, she faces familial opposition and social adversity but remains steadfast. The narrative hints at her eventual marriage to Richard Burdsall, a fellow Methodist, showcasing the initial struggles and the transformative power of faith that characterized her life. This section establishes the foundation for a deeper exploration of her character and religious journey that the subsequent chapters promise to unravel. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Lyth, Mary, 1782-1860 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11923 53343 53343