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The Crucifixion of Philip Strong

By Charles M. Sheldon
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Philip Strong, a minister torn between a tranquil academic parish and a turbulent industrial congregation, wrestles with choosing personal comfort over a perceived duty to working-class people. He assumes a demanding pastorate, delivers forceful sermons on social justice, and encounters growing communal resistance and personal strain. The narrative follows his inner deliberations and parish labors as public opinion hardens, examining conscience, Christian social responsibility, sacrificial leadership, and the moral costs of advocating reform within a divided community.

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Charles M. Sheldon

Charles M. Sheldon was an American author and minister, best known for his influential novel "In His Steps," which explores the concept of living one's life by asking the question, "What would Jesus do?" This work has had a significant impact on Christian literature and has inspired countless readers to reflect on their faith and actions. In addition to his most famous title, Sheldon wrote several other notable works, including "Robert Hardy's Seven Days" and "The Crucifixion of Philip Strong." His writings often emphasize moral and ethical dilemmas, encouraging readers to consider their responsibilities in a faith-driven life.

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