Parish Papers

By: Norman Macleod

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Paperback | 1 July 2025

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Parish papers presents a series of reflective essays rooted in a direct, pastoral voice, aiming to clarify the spiritual and doctrinal foundations of Christianity. Anchored in a historical reading of the New Testament, the work emphasizes the necessity of centering all faith in the person of Jesus, not as a distant moral figure but as the defining presence in Christian belief. The discussion begins with a question of identity what defines a Christian and proceeds to draw distinctions between superficial religious identity and transformative faith. The core argument is that any understanding of Christianity must proceed from an active, reverent engagement with Jesus as both teacher and divine mediator. The essays challenge readers to reexamine the relationship between belief and action, tradition and conviction, and personal devotion and theological truth. As a religious leader addressing real congregational concerns, the author conveys a compassionate urgency, stressing that faith is not abstract but personal, relational, and lived. The early chapters establish a thoughtful rhythm of inquiry and exhortation, preparing the way for deeper reflections on judgment, eternity, and the moral seriousness of the Christian vocation.

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