"Billy" Sunday, the Man and His Message by William T. Ellis
"Billy" Sunday, the Man and His Message" by William T. Ellis is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and ministry of William A. Sunday, a prominent American evangelist, emphasizing his unique approach to preaching and the substantial impact he had on religious revivalism during his time. Through a blend of personal anecdotes and Sunday’s own words, it reveals the fervent connection he had with
the common people and the significant number of conversions he facilitated. The opening of the book introduces readers to the concept of Billy Sunday as a divinely chosen figure who defies conventional expectations. His unorthodox methods and appeal to everyday Americans had a transformative effect on society, encouraging individuals to engage with the Christian faith. The narrative conveys how Sunday's stature as a baseball player transitioned into his role as an evangelist, emphasizing his relatability and candid dialogue about personal struggles and redemption. Through the vibrant portrayal of his character, the text sets the tone for an exploration of how he effectively communicated the Christian message to diverse audiences, often stirring considerable public interest and sparking community-wide discussions about faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ellis, William T. (William Thomas), 1873- |
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| Contributor | Sunday, Billy, 1862-1935 |
| Title |
"Billy" Sunday, the Man and His Message With his own words which have won thousands for Christ |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Hulse, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship |
| Subject | Sunday, Billy, 1862-1935 |
| Subject | Evangelists -- United States -- Biography |
| Subject | Baseball players -- United States -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50586 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 193 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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