By L. R. DUNN, D.D. 12mo...... $1 50. OPINIONS OF THE PRESS. The attractive face of Dr. Lewis R. Dunn, whose contributions are so familiar to our readers, is a good introduction to the volume which he has just brought through the press of the Book Room at Cincinnati. Sometimes one suffers disappointment in reading sermons which were listened to under all the excitements of these great grove meetings; but Dr. Dunn's pen is as lively and picturesque as his voice. These sermons are eminently practical. He does not seek so much to defend as he does to affirm the truth he illustrates. Assuming the precious possibilities of grace, as set forth in Holy Scripture, the preacher urges on his hearers their immediate acceptance of the conditions and entrance into the enjoyment of the believer's privilege. These sermons are all the more vivacious and awakening as prepared to speak to an audience. They are full of fervor, abundant in illustration, and often rise to strains of moving eloquence. The volume will afford the most profitable devotional reading, and will aid the soul panting after full salvation. It is pleasantly introduced by Bishop Simpson, and bidden Godspeed on its mission of usefulness.-Zion's Herald. An earnest and eloquent work on the doctrine of holiness. Much of the best literature in the English language is in the form of sermons, and Dr. Dunn writes and preaches as a master, both of his subject and his style; it is pure and simple, plain in statement, and direct in manner. He speaks as one well acquainted with the subjects concerning which he treats.-Publishers' Notice. The Rev. Dr. L. R. Dunn, of the Newark Conference, has accomplished an excellent thing for the cause, the Church, and for himself, in publishing his "Sermons on the Higher Life." For the cause, in that he presents a candid, clear, and scriptural account of a great truth; for the Church, in that he adds an excellent book on a doctrine identified with her history; for himself, that he adds to his reputation as a sound theologian, an aspiring Christian, and an industrious minister. The style is strong and clear, the thought excellent, the spirit Christian.-Christian Advocate. The sermons are clear, plain, and forcible. Considerable effective illustration is introduced. We cannot doubt that they will be profitable to those who read them, and assist them in attaining a high Christian experience.-The Independent, (Congregational.) They are clear, forcible, illustrative, full of unction and earnestness, and not controversial. The ruling idea of the volume is developed in the second sermon, entitled "Entire Consecration." The author is neither a "perfectionist" nor a "mystic," but an evangelical Arminian, whose heart moves with love to all who love the Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity and in truth.-Christian Intelligencer, (Reformed Church of America.) It is a good book for ministers, and those who have been shy of approach to this great topic for fear lest they might mislead their hearers, or whose own experience does not seem to warrant preaching upon a theme so high, and which has been harmfully presented so many times by others, will do well to put this book upon their tables, its arguments into their minds, and the experience of which it speaks into their hearts -Northern Advocate. Much of the interest with many will hinge on the fact that these discourses were preached at central points of interest, and the pivotal idea was holiness and the promotion of the higher life. There is a remarkable unity of thought and consecutiveness in the discourses, and yet each one is a complete whole of the theme under discussion. -Philadelphia Methodist. PHILLIPS & HUNT, Publishers, 805 Broadway, N. Y. A SELECT AND CLASSIFIED BIBLIOGRAPHY OF THEOLOGY AND GENERAL RELIGIOUS LITERATURE. By JOHN F. HURST, LL.D. 8vo. $3.00. OPINIONS OF THE PRESS. A work of great pains and of the utmost usefulness to general readers of religious literature, to teachers, theological students, and clergymen. Complete indexes of authors and of subjects make the work thoroughly serviceable as a book of reference.-New York Times. He whose library is ordered by this book will have all the working tools necessary. We have placed this trustworthy volume by the side of the most esteemed helps to study we possess.-The Christian Advocate. We cheerfully put on record our appreciation of the excellent service performed in preparing and bringing out this "Bibliotheca Theologica." It will prove to be a valu ble guide to the better sources in all departments of theological science.-The Church Review, (Prot. Episcopal,) New York. The work will substantially aid those who are students already, while it will prompt and stimulate many to reach extended and accurate scholarship. Bishop Hurst's scholarly finding list will do as much for Wesleyan wide reading as our Theological Seminaries are doing. The necessities of pastoral service compel our ministers to do much topical reading, and in this reading and its practical results this theological bibliography will serve almost indispensably. We commend the work to all.-North-western Christian Advocate. A very valuable bibliographical work-Publishers' Weekly, New York. This book should be the first one bought by a man who wishes to select a theological library judiciously. It will show him what he needs, what are the books to supply his wants, and where to get them. There has been no better specimen of book-making for the American press.-The Rev. Dr. Ridgaway, in Western Christian Advocate. You can here find what you want and where it is to be found. For the selection of a choice library the "Bibliotheca" is indispensable. You want a monograph on any doctrine, practice, rite, or religious ceremony, you have but to turn to the subject, and the whole matter is before you.-Pittsburg Christian Advocate. It will be of valuable service to young ministers beginning to build up a working library. We cordially commend this work as an invaluable aid to all thoughtful students in serious and sacred subjects.-Zion's Herald. The minister, especially, who is determined to turn his spare hours and moments to study, and become a workman of whom the Church shall not be ashamed, finds here what he has often desired to possess-a classified catalogue of the best books. It is an admirable volume-Central Christian Advocate. Bishop Hurst's work is to be commended to the reading public as an important contribution to American religious bibliography. It is more recent than any other, and gives information which the others do not contain.-Sunday-School Times. A most convenient and valuable theological index. Will be welcomed by English and American students.-Methodist Quarterly Review. PHILLIPS & HUNT, Publishers, 805 Broadway, N. Y. 8 Showing How to Pray, What to Pray for, AND HOW GOD ANSWERS PRAYER. Being a careful and exhaustive analysis of the Prayers of the Old and New Testaments, and of all passages relating to Prayer, in which the duty, conditions, grounds, times, places, encouragements, advantages, evil of neglect, etc., are systematically presented. Thoroughly indexed. For the use of ministers, students, and private Christians. Compiled by Philip Watters. 8vo. $200. WHAT EMINENT MEN SAY OF IT. The purpose, the plan, and the execution of Mr. Watters' book, "The Prayers of the Bible," are all alike excellent. It is an exhaustive induction of all that the word of God contains on the subject of prayer, and so furnishes the materials for a correct deduction in the principles which underlie the whole matter. It is calculated to be very useful, both in the closet and the study.-Rev. Wm. M. Taylor, D.D., Pastor Tabernacle Congregational Church, New York. I have examined with great interest and delight the plan of this work. I know of no book that covers the ground half as completely as this. The analysis of topics is very full. It will be of great service to the minister in his work, and to every Christian in his closet.-Rev. Albert D. Vail, Pastor St. James Methodist Episcopal Church, New York. The idea of the book is good; the details are carried out with minuteness and care. One sees at a glance how much of the Scriptures is occupied with prayer, and the study of the compilation ought to increase and guide the prayerful spirit of the Churches.— Rev. John Hall, D.D., Pastor Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church, New York. The statement of Dr. John Hall accords so well with my own view of the volume that I take pleasure in indorsing it.-Rev. R. S. Foster, D.D., Bishop Methodist Episcopal Church. I am very much pleased with it. Such a collection throws light on the whole subject of prayer, and supplies the devout heart with many choice thoughts.-Rev. Howard Crosby, D.D., LL.D., Pastor Fourth Avenue Presbyterian Church, New York. The work seems to have been done thoroughly, and the analysis is very comprehensive. It will prove a valuable working book for theological students, Sunday-school teachers, and clergymen. Moreover, it would be a very suitable volume for every Christian closet, very instructive, refreshing, and stimulating.-Rev. Charles F. Deems, D.D., LL.D. The accounts which have been given me respecting Mr. Watters' work have much interested me and though I have not seen his arrangement of the text, his plan is so excellent and its execution so judicious that I am confident his hook will meet a true want, and be a real service.-Rev. Julius H. Seelye, D.D., LL.D., President Amherst College, Amherst, Mass. This book is a biblical digest, both of doctrine and of duty, in relation to a matter of the greatest possible interest and importance. The plan of the book is admirable, and, so far as I can judge from a hasty examination, the plan is very well carried out.— Rev. Roswell D. Hitchcock, D.D., LL.D., President Union Theological Seminary, New York. I am glad to bear testimony to its value as a compendious selection of Scripture passages on this great subject, and believe it will prove a valuable help to the study and practice of prayer both by ministers and laymen.-Rev. H. A. Buttz, D.D., LL.D., President Drew Theological Seminary. PHILLIPS & HUNT, Publishers, 805 Broadway, N. Y. 9 ISSUED UNDER THE EDITORIAL SUPERVISION OF GEO. R. CROOKS, D.D., and JOHN F. HURST, D.D. The Series will comprise the following Treatises: INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OF THE HOLY SCRIPTURES. (Revised Edition.) 8vo. 84 BIBLICAL HERMENEUTICS. By MILTON S. TERRY, D.D. 8vo. 84. THEOLOGICAL ENCYCLOPÆDIA AND METHODOLOGY. By Drs. CROOKS and HURST. BIBLICAL AND CHRISTIAN ARCHEOLOGY. By CHARLES W. BENNETT, D.D., and GEORGE H. WHITNEY, D.D. SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY. By JAMES E. LATIMER, D.D. EVIDENCES OF CHRISTIANITY. By HENRY B. RIDGAWAY, D.D. HISTORY OF CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE. (Two Volumes.) By GEORGE R. CROOKS, D.D. HISTORY OF THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH. (Two Volumes.) By JOHN F. HURST, D.D. CHRISTIAN THEISM AND MODERN SPECULATIVE THOUGHT. PHILLIPS & HUNT, Publishers, 805 Broadway, New York. |