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A Tender Lion

The Life, Ministry, and Message of J.C. Ryle

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A Tender Lion

By: Bennett W. Rogers
Narrated by: Jim Denison
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John Charles Ryle became the undisputed leader and spokesman of the evangelical party within the Church of England in the last half of the 19th century, and his works continue to be read by evangelicals of various denominational stripes more than a century after his death. Accordingly, he is often portrayed as “an old soldier” of a heroic cause. While this view of Ryle holds some merit, it often obscures the complexity and dynamism of a most remarkable man.

In this intellectual biography, Bennett W. Rogers analyzes the complicated life and times of a man variously described as traditional, moderate, and even radical during his 58-year ministry. Ryle began his ministerial career as a rural parish priest; he ended it as a bishop of the second city of the British Empire. In the time between, he became a popular preacher, influential author, effective controversialist, recognized party leader, stalwart church defender, and radical church reformer.

©2019 Bennett W. Rogers (P)2020 Blackstone Publishing Christianity England
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Another remarkable read about one of Gods great generals, I’ve really enjoyed listening to this.

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Detailed and engaging and well organised. Found the tables read a bit confusing though. Oh for more Bishops like him!

In depth study… we’ll worth the time!

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