Daily Readings - William Wilberforce

William Wilberforce was a passionate abolitionist who served God through his work. This gift edition contains daily readings from his spiritual journals and unpublished works, accompanied by a biographical introduction. The readings are introspective and self-deprecating, but show his devotion and love for God. They will inspire a new generation of readers to pursue their own passions for justice and service.

Format: Leather / fine binding
Length: 376 pages
Publication date: 12 September 2023
Publisher: Christian Focus Publications Ltd

William Wilberforce, the renowned abolitionist, is celebrated for his pivotal role in leading the parliamentary campaign to abolish the slave trade in the United Kingdom. However, his profound commitment to justice and his unwavering devotion to God went beyond his public endeavors. In his writings, Michael D. McMullen has carefully curated a collection of daily readings that aim to enhance readers' understanding of Wilberforce's life and spiritual journey.

This gift edition, presented in a captivating format, offers daily readings dated for every day of the year. Each day, a verse of scripture is accompanied by a reflection drawn from Wilberforce's spiritual journals, his published book, as well as his unpublished works, letters, and recorded reflections on scriptures. The readings are further enriched with a biographical introduction that provides context into Wilberforce's ministry.

Through his writings, Wilberforce emerges as a man who is introspective and self-deprecating, acknowledging his perceived shortcomings in meeting the standards expected of a Christian. Nevertheless, his unwavering devotion and love for the God who called him to be an "Agent of Usefulness" shine through vividly. These words, penned by Wilberforce to challenge and encourage himself, hold the power to inspire and motivate a new generation of readers.

May Wilberforce's passionate pursuit of God ignite a flame within each of us, urging us to follow in his footsteps and strive for a greater purpose in our lives.

Weight: 246g
Dimension: 117 x 168 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781527110144