Should Such a Faith Offend?: Sermons and Addresses

By Ernest William Barnes

"Should Such a Faith Offend? Sermons and Addresses" is a significant collection of theological discourses that grapple with the challenges posed to traditional Christianity by the rise of modern scientific inquiry. Authored by Ernest William Barnes, a distinguished mathematician and Bishop of Birmingham, the volume brings together a series of influential sermons and public addresses delivered during a period of intense intellectual transition. The work focuses on the necessity of harmonizing religious faith with the findings of evolutionary biology and physical science, advocating for a faith that prioritizes intellectual honesty and scientific truth.

Barnes addresses foundational themes such as the nature of the soul, the validity of religious experience, and the relationship between God and the natural world. By seeking a synthesis between spiritual conviction and empirical knowledge, the author provides a spirited defense of a modernized faith that remains relevant in an age of discovery. This collection is an essential resource for understanding the historical development of Modernist theology within the Church of England and continues to offer valuable perspectives on the enduring dialogue between science and religion.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 102599048X
• ISBN13: 9781025990484
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"