The Editor of the Magazine questions how clergymen reconcile their consciences with the Homilies calling Rome 'Antichrist,' while holding the doctrines of the Tracts. The response highlights…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of understanding the nature and history of the Church, particularly the Church of England, as a branch of the holy Catholic Church. He emphasizes th…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of recognizing and avoiding those who cause divisions and offenses contrary to the true doctrine of the Church. He categorizes the opponents of the …

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of acknowledging the high privilege of belonging to the Apostolic Church for those who believe in the Nicene Creed. He questions why many are indiff…

John Henry Newman preaches about the prophecies concerning Rome and Antichrist, highlighting the historical fulfilment and potential future events. He discusses the symbolic representation o…

J.H. Newman preaches about the season of Advent, which prepares us for both the celebration of Christ's first coming in the flesh and the anticipation of His second coming in glory to judge …

Archbishop Ussher's Answer to a Jesuit leads to an inquiry about the Roman tenet of Purgatory, after deducting evidence from early Church usages. Ussher's explanations challenge the prima fa…

J.H. Newman preaches about the controversy with the Romanists, highlighting the need for Christian Ministers to be well-versed in defending their faith against Roman Catholic arguments. He e…

J.H. Newman preaches about the diverse beliefs and practices regarding prayers for the dead in the early Church, highlighting the misconceptions and fallacies surrounding the doctrine of Pur…

J.H. Newman preaches about the mystical interpretation of the New Testament, emphasizing the deep sense of the Divinity of Jesus Christ and the Communion of Saints as the foundation for unde…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of setting apart specific times each day for prayer and devotion, following the example of Daniel and King David in the Bible. He emphasizes the sig…

J.H. Newman preaches on the importance of following the apostolic tradition of set forms of prayer in the Church, as instructed by St. Paul to Timothy. He highlights how these ancient liturg…

John Cosin, Bishop of Durham, refutes the doctrine of Transubstantiation, showing it to be a novelty not found in Scripture or the writings of the Fathers. He argues that the words of instit…

John Cosin, Bishop of Durham, preaches about the spiritual presence of Christ in the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, emphasizing the true and infallible nature of Christ's words in instituti…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of Church Discipline, specifically focusing on the practice of excommunication for open sinners who refuse to repent and submit to the authority of …

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of confession, repentance, and true reformation in the Church, emphasizing the consequences of living a wicked life and the need to turn to God for …

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of being persuaded and determined by God's grace to teach and maintain doctrines necessary for eternal salvation as revealed in the Holy Scriptures.…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of defending the truth and combating erroneous doctrines within the Church, urging pastors to be vigilant and not tolerate teachings that go against…

J.H. Newman preaches on the dangers of being rich and living a luxurious life without caring for the poor, emphasizing the need for repentance, mortification, and self-denial to lead a Chris…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of self-denial, mortification, and living a holy life in accordance with God's will. He emphasizes the need to deny ungodliness, worldly lusts, and …

J.H. Newman preaches on the importance of Church discipline, emphasizing the authority given by Jesus Christ to His ministers to judge and discipline according to His Word. Excommunication i…

J.H. Newman preaches on the importance of maintaining peace, love, and discipline within the Church, emphasizing the need to correct and punish those who cause unrest or disobedience. He pra…

J.H. Newman preaches about the Apostolic succession, emphasizing the importance of the visible Church founded by Christ, with spiritual privileges passed down through successive ordinations …

J.H. Newman preaches about the doctrine of Baptismal Regeneration, emphasizing that Baptism is not merely a symbolic act but a means of grace where the soul is admitted to the benefits of Ch…

Edward Bouverie Pusey preaches about the challenges faced by the Church in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, particularly during the time of Queen Elizabeth, in navigating the complex…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of understanding the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the purpose of miracles in the establishment of Christianity. He emphasizes that while miracles we…

John Evans meets Dr. Spencer, his parish Rector, after switching from attending the parish church to a dissenting congregation due to a preacher's fervor. Dr. Spencer discusses with John the…

J.H. Newman preaches about the Union of Church and State, highlighting the concerns about attempts to disunite them, which could lead to unjust confiscation of Church property and sacrilegio…

John Henry Newman delves into the concept of hypocrisy, explaining it as not just deceiving others knowingly, but also deceiving oneself by seeking praise through religious acts more than th…

J.H. Newman preaches about the fallibility of general councils, emphasizing that they may err due to the lack of divine guidance and the human nature of their members. However, there is a pr…

John Henry Newman emphasizes the human struggle with sin and the darkness within ourselves, highlighting our inability to manage our hearts and the comfort found in looking up to God who see…

J.H. Newman preaches about the significance of St. Simon and St. Jude, the Apostles, who preached the Gospel of Christ and resembled Him in their deeds and sufferings. He emphasizes how the …

J.H. Newman preaches about the Holy days observed by the Church of England, categorizing them into Festivals, days of joy, and fasts, days of sorrow. The Festivals include significant events…

J.H. Newman delves into the significance of Holy Scripture and the Church in teaching revealed truth, emphasizing that Scripture contains all necessary articles of faith and the Church has a…

J.H. Newman preaches about the expressions of repentance introduced into the liturgy, exploring the divine purpose behind the changes in the Church's prayers and practices. He delves into th…

J.H. Newman preaches on the wholesome doctrine that we are justified by faith alone, emphasizing that faith is the sole means and instrument of justification. He clarifies that this does not…

J.H. Newman preaches about the lack of command by God's law for Bishops, Priests, and Deacons to vow the estate of single life or abstain from marriage. The observance of clerical celibacy i…

J.H. Newman addresses the errors within the Roman Church regarding the sacrifices of Masses, emphasizing the distinction between the sacrifice of Christ's death and the belief that masses ca…

In this sermon by J.H. Newman, the importance of bodily privation and chastisement as a duty to serve God and prepare for His presence is highlighted through the examples of holy men in Scri…

J.H. Newman explores the early Christian interpretations of nature and the external world, emphasizing the distinct perspectives of the Church Fathers compared to modern scientific views. He…

John Henry Newman delivers a sermon urging his audience to resist any alterations to the Liturgy, emphasizing the dangers of conceding even minor changes as it could lead to extensive altera…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of upholding the Apostolic Succession in the Church, emphasizing the duty to carefully examine and understand this doctrine, even if faced with doub…

J.H. Newman preaches on the importance of unity within the Church, emphasizing that the Visible Church encompasses both the true universal Church, known as the mystical and invisible Church.…

The preacher, Origen, delves into the testimony of the Ancient Church, emphasizing the principle of reserve in revealing religious truths, which is not based on heathen practices but on Scri…

J.H. Newman preaches about the remarkable mode of concealment in God's dealings with mankind, showing a tendency to conceal sacred truths until individuals are worthy to receive them. This c…

J.H. Newman addresses the growing sentiment that church services are too long, highlighting the historical context of ancient Christian worship where believers prayed multiple times a day fo…

J.H. Newman delves into the history and significance of Liturgies, highlighting the potential interpolations and corruptions that have occurred over time. Despite these challenges, learned i…

J.H. Newman preaches on the Apostolical Commission of Ministers in the Christian Church, emphasizing the divine authority given to the Clergy through succession from the Apostles to preach t…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of seeing God in all things, even in the midst of trials and challenges, emphasizing the need for believers to have a spiritual vision that goes bey…

John Henry Newman preaches about the dangers of Rationalism in interpreting the Bible, emphasizing the need to understand the mysteries of the faith and not reduce them to mere practical or …

J.H. Newman preaches about the history and significance of the Breviary, highlighting its structure, purpose, and the changes it underwent over the centuries. He emphasizes the importance of…

J.H. Newman preaches about the early stages of evangelizing heathen countries in primitive times, where the first step was to establish a central city with a Bishop surrounded by clergy, gra…

J.H. Newman preaches against the Romish doctrine concerning purgatory, pardons, worshipping of images and relics, and invocation of saints, labeling it as a vain and unfounded invention cont…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of understanding the historical orders of Ministers in Christ's Church, emphasizing the roles of Bishops, Priests, and Deacons. Through a conversati…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of upholding the Athanasian Creed in the Church's liturgy, drawing parallels between protecting a garden from floods and ponies to safeguarding the …

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of Baptism and the necessity of being born of water and the Spirit to enter the kingdom of God. He shares a story of a man, Richard Nelson, who stan…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of upholding the traditional Church Service and Prayer Book, despite pressures to shorten it to cater to popular opinion. He emphasizes the need to …

J.H. Newman discusses the importance of adhering to traditions and rituals in the Church, even when they are not explicitly mentioned in the Apostolic writings, emphasizing that these practi…

J.H. Newman preaches on the importance of recognizing that it is Jesus who chooses and ordains individuals for ministry, emphasizing the need to bring forth lasting fruit. He highlights the …

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of upholding the true Gospel of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the foundational belief in the Incarnation of our Lord and Savior as essential for our fai…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of true love and devotion to the Lord Jesus Christ, emphasizing the need to understand and believe in His divine nature as revealed in Scripture and…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of stability in sound doctrine, emphasizing the need for Christians to prove their faith and love by believing in the genuine Gospel and adoring the…

John Henry Newman preaches about the importance of not just knowing the teachings of the Gospel, but also actively living them out. He emphasizes that those who are sincere and earnest in th…

J.H. Newman discusses the alterations in the Liturgy, particularly focusing on the selection of Sunday Lessons from the Old Testament and the New Testament. He emphasizes the importance of u…

J.H. Newman preaches on the importance of fasting in the Christian life, addressing various questions and misconceptions surrounding the practice. He emphasizes the significance of fasting a…

John Henry Newman reflects on the hidden weaknesses and secret faults that can betray even the most faithful followers of God, using examples like Peter, David, and Hezekiah who stumbled in …

J.H. Newman preaches about the Anglican view on the Bishop of Rome's jurisdiction in England, emphasizing the independence of each diocese and the unity of the Church through common possessi…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of avoiding illiberality of mind in religious matters, emphasizing the Church Catholic's principle of focusing on essential points, judging opinions…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of defending the rights of the Church against political interference, emphasizing the duty of clergy to speak out against injustices and threats to …

J.H. Newman emphasizes the importance of praying for ministers of the Gospel, following the example set by St. Paul in his epistles. He highlights the duty of continuous prayer for the sprea…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of Apostolic Succession in the Church, emphasizing the divine providence in preserving this Succession throughout history. He argues that the doctri…

J.H. Newman preaches on the foundational truth that the Church is built upon the confession that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God, a truth revealed by God and taught by the Apo…

J.H. Newman preaches about the ecclesiastical system in Scripture, emphasizing that the Bible teaches matters of faith essential for salvation rather than detailed discipline. He explains th…

J.H. Newman discusses the dangers inherent in every system of theology, including the tendency towards evil that arises from human corruption and external influences. He highlights how Prote…

J.H. Newman discusses the importance of understanding the doctrine of the Homilies in the context of the Thirty-fifth Article, emphasizing that the focus is on the overall doctrine rather th…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of understanding the doctrine of the Church through careful examination of Scripture, despite objections or preconceived notions. He emphasizes the …

J.H. Newman preaches about the strength of the Church of God in times of trial, emphasizing the importance of humbly acknowledging sins and imperfections while also firmly relying on God's p…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of frequent participation in the Holy Communion, emphasizing that it is CHRIST's own institution and command. He urges the congregation to consider …

J.H. Newman preaches about the commission and authority given by Jesus to St. Peter and the apostles, empowering them as chief shepherds of the Church to teach and guide the people in matter…

J.H. Newman reflects on the present state of the Christian Church compared to its primitive form, emphasizing the temptation to dismiss ancient principles as theoretical and impractical. Dra…

J.H. Newman preaches on the parallels between the state of the Jews after the captivity and the current state of Christians, emphasizing the decline in zeal, unity, and obedience in the Chur…

J.H. Newman delves into the definition of sacraments, particularly focusing on the distinction between the five rites commonly called sacraments and the sacraments of the Gospel, such as Bap…

J.H. Newman preaches on the duty of submission to spiritual authority, emphasizing that although the Church has changed since the days of the Apostles, the authority of Holy Scripture should…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of adhering to the Standing Ordinances of Religion, emphasizing the perpetuation of doctrines through ordinances, the embodiment of unseen realities…

J.H. Newman preaches about the importance of holding onto the doctrine of Scripture and the Visible Church, emphasizing the need to not surrender these to Papistical corruptions but to claim…

J.H. Newman addresses the misconception that advocating for the doctrine of the Church Catholic and Apostolic excludes Dissenters from salvation. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing …

J.H. Newman preaches on the importance of the doctrine of 'the Holy Catholic Church' as taught in Scripture and the Creed. He addresses the argument that a correct Creed and spiritual affect…

J.H. Newman discusses the visible Church of CHRIST as a congregation of faithful men where the pure Word of GOD is preached and the Sacraments are duly administered, reflecting the One Holy …

John Henry Newman preaches about the importance of adhering to the Church's regulations on fasting, emphasizing the practical wisdom and spiritual experience of the early Church Fathers who …

J.H. Newman, in his sermon, urges fellow clergy members to rise up and support the Church in the face of evil times, emphasizing the need to take action rather than just acknowledge the Chur…

J.H. Newman preaches against the doctrine of Transubstantiation, emphasizing that the body of Christ is spiritually received in the Supper of the Lord, not carnally. He refutes the belief th…

In this sermon by J.H. Newman, a dialogue between Laicus and Clericus explores the perceived similarities between Protestantism and Popery, questioning whether the Church has deviated from t…

J.H. Newman preaches about the need for a second Reformation in the Church, pointing out the forgotten principles of the Church and the discrepancies between historical practices and current…

In 1631, a preacher delves into the deep mystical import attributed by Christian Antiquity to the entire material world and all its parts, drawing inspiration from the Bible and early Christ…

Dean Comber emphasizes the importance of daily public prayers, highlighting the universal practice of setting aside time for divine worship in various cultures and religions. He challenges t…

J.H. Newman preaches on the contrast between works done before and after justification, emphasizing that works before justification do not please God as they do not spring from faith in Jesu…