The Great Career

"The Great Career" is a compelling exploration of the spiritual life and the pursuit of Christian discipleship. Written by the esteemed Methodist minister J. Ernest Rattenbury, this work offers a visionary perspective on what constitutes a truly successful life. Rather than focusing on secular ambition, Rattenbury argues that the most significant "career" one can undertake is the dedicated service of God and the imitation of Christ. Through a series of insightful reflections, the author examines the moral and spiritual discipline required to live a life of purpose and integrity. He addresses the challenges of maintaining faith in a complex world, providing readers with both theological depth and practical encouragement. The text highlights the importance of character formation and the transformative power of a committed religious life. "The Great Career" stands as a significant contribution to early 20th-century devotional literature, reflecting the passionate and persuasive preaching style that made Rattenbury a leading figure in the Methodist movement. It remains a thought-provoking read for those interested in historical Christian perspectives on ethics, vocation, and the spiritual journey.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.