A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians in the Higher and Middle Classes in this Country Contrasted with Real Christianity

A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians in the Higher and Middle Classes in this Country Contrasted with Real Christianity is a book written by William Wilberforce. In this book, Wilberforce presents a critique of the religious practices and beliefs of the upper and middle classes in England during his time. He argues that many of these individuals claim to be Christians, but their actions and beliefs do not align with the true teachings of Christianity.Wilberforce contrasts the superficial religiosity of the upper and middle classes with what he believes to be the true essence of Christianity. He argues that Christianity is not just a set of beliefs or practices, but a way of life that should be reflected in one's actions and attitudes towards others.Throughout the book, Wilberforce provides numerous examples of how the prevailing religious system of his time falls short of true Christianity. He also offers suggestions for how individuals can live out their faith in a more authentic and meaningful way.Overall, A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians in the Higher and Middle Classes in this Country Contrasted with Real Christianity is a thought-provoking critique of the religious practices and beliefs of Wilberforce's contemporaries. It challenges readers to examine their own beliefs and actions in light of the true teachings of Christianity.1829. Contents: Inadequate Conceptions of the Importance of Christianity; Corruption of Human Nature; Chief Defects of the Religious System of the Bulk of professed Christians, in what regards our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit-with a Dissertation concerning the Use of the Passions in Religion; On the prevailing inadequate Conceptions concerning the Nature and the Strictness of Practical Christianity; On the excellence of Christianity in certain important Particulars. Argument which results thence in proof of its Divine Origin. Brief Inquiry into the present State of Christianity in this Country, with some of the Causes which have led to its critical Circumstances. Its Importance to us as a political Community, and practical Hints for which the foregoing Considerations give occasion; and Practical Hints to various Descriptions of Persons.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.