""Called Unto Holiness V1: The Story Of The Nazarenes, The Formative Years"" is a historical book written by Timothy Lawrence Smith. The book provides a detailed account of the origins and development of the Church of the Nazarene, a Protestant Christian denomination that emerged in the early 20th century in the United States. The first volume of the book focuses on the formative years of the Nazarene Church, from its beginnings in the late 19th century to the end of World War II. The author traces the roots of the ...
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""Called Unto Holiness V1: The Story Of The Nazarenes, The Formative Years"" is a historical book written by Timothy Lawrence Smith. The book provides a detailed account of the origins and development of the Church of the Nazarene, a Protestant Christian denomination that emerged in the early 20th century in the United States. The first volume of the book focuses on the formative years of the Nazarene Church, from its beginnings in the late 19th century to the end of World War II. The author traces the roots of the denomination to the Holiness movement, a revivalist movement that emphasized the importance of personal holiness and sanctification. The book describes the early leaders of the Nazarene Church, including Phineas F. Bresee, who founded the denomination in Los Angeles in 1908. The author also discusses the theological beliefs and practices of the Nazarenes, including their emphasis on the doctrine of entire sanctification and their commitment to evangelism and missions. Throughout the book, the author provides a rich historical context for the development of the Nazarene Church, including the social, cultural, and political factors that influenced its growth. The book is based on extensive research, including primary sources such as letters, diaries, and church records. Overall, ""Called Unto Holiness V1: The Story Of The Nazarenes, The Formative Years"" provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the origins and early history of the Nazarene Church, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of American Protestantism or the evolution of Christian denominations in the 20th century.In Two Volumes. Volume 1, The Story Of The Nazarenes, The Formative Years; Volume 2, The Second Twenty-Five Years, 1933-1958.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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