Evangelical Christianity in Australia

Evangelical Christianity in Australia

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Author: Stuart Piggin

Format: Paperback

Number of Pages: 304


Evangelical Christianity is one of the most formative and least acknowledged movements in Australian history. This book restores evangelicals to their place as a dynamic element in the dialogue between Christianity and general Australian society. Evangelicalism focuses on the Gospel, the God-given means not only of the salvation of individual souls, but also of the renovation of society and culture. This study argues that evangelicalism is strongest when it synthesizes Biblical orthodoxy with spiritual passion and human compassion. When this synthesis was achieved, it resulted in spiritual vitality and the strengthening of Australian nationhood. Piggin draws on personal accounts and out-of-the-way sources to shed light on matters as disparate as the character of the Reverend Samuel Marsden, the "sinless perfection" movement among students at the University of Sydney in the 1930s, the Billy Graham Crusades, and the Anglican debate on the ordination of women. By analyzing the experience and contribution of the evangelical movement, this book challenges readers to rethink their national history.



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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: Stuart Piggin

Format: Paperback

Number of Pages: 304


Evangelical Christianity is one of the most formative and least acknowledged movements in Australian history. This book restores evangelicals to their place as a dynamic element in the dialogue between Christianity and general Australian society. Evangelicalism focuses on the Gospel, the God-given means not only of the salvation of individual souls, but also of the renovation of society and culture. This study argues that evangelicalism is strongest when it synthesizes Biblical orthodoxy with spiritual passion and human compassion. When this synthesis was achieved, it resulted in spiritual vitality and the strengthening of Australian nationhood. Piggin draws on personal accounts and out-of-the-way sources to shed light on matters as disparate as the character of the Reverend Samuel Marsden, the "sinless perfection" movement among students at the University of Sydney in the 1930s, the Billy Graham Crusades, and the Anglican debate on the ordination of women. By analyzing the experience and contribution of the evangelical movement, this book challenges readers to rethink their national history.