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_aClark, Sereno D. _q(Sereno Dickenson), _d1809-1887 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe faithful steward |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2005-05-12 | ||
| 508 | _aE-text prepared by Jared Fuller | ||
| 520 | _a"The Faithful Steward" by Sereno D. Clark is a theological treatise conceived in the mid-19th century. This work emphasizes the concept of systematic beneficence as a crucial aspect of Christian character, advocating for a structured approach to charitable contributions. Clark largely frames his arguments around the moral obligation of Christians to incorporate systematic giving into their lives, highlighting the spiritual, ethical, and practical dimensions of such behavior. At the start of the text, the author introduces the fundamental idea that humans, created in the image of God, are called to emulate divine generosity through active benevolence. He discusses the significance of cultivating a disciplined system of giving, grounded not only in scriptural directives but also as a necessary counteraction to humanity's natural tendency towards selfishness. Clark's initial arguments revolve around the necessity of understanding and implementing a thoughtful and consistent approach to beneficence, which is depicted as essential for spiritual fulfillment and societal improvement. The opening portion sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of both general and individual approaches to charitable giving, aiming to inspire readers to reflect deeply on their own practices of generosity and their implications for both personal devotion and communal responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aChristian stewardship | ||
| 653 | _aFinance, Personal -- Religious aspects -- Christianity | ||
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