02073cam a22003133u 4500 22422 UtSlPG 20260610133521.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d ca12001099 UtSlPG en iso639-1 BV Warner, Anna Bartlett, 1824-1915 Tired Church Members Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-08-29 Produced by Al Haines "Tired Church Members" by Anna Bartlett Warner is a religious commentary written during the late 19th century. The book delves into the spiritual fatigue that church members experience and critiques modern practices regarding recreation, entertainment, and the moral implications these carry for Christians. The text serves as a guide for navigating the complex relationship between faith and leisure in a way that honors Christian values. In the book, Warner argues against various forms of entertainment, such as theatre-going and card games, presenting them as distractions that can lead Christians away from their spiritual commitments. She emphasizes the importance of aligning one's recreational activities with spiritual principles, advocating instead for pursuits that nurture the soul and enhance one's relationship with God. Through discussions on music, dance, and the concept of feasting, Warner invites readers to consider how their choices in leisure reflect their faith, ultimately portraying a vision of recreation not as a departure from God, but as a means of rejuvenation and service within a Christian framework. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Amusements -- Religious aspects https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22422 63560 63560