In this collection of nine sermons, preached within the context of a World War, Ironside implored his congregants to reconsider their priorities at the same time that their country—embarking on a massive war effort—was re-examining its own. To whom do we owe true allegiance? Can rationing goods for the war effort teach us something about our devotion to Christ? After all, says Ironside, Christ is more deserving of our obligations. In these sermons, Ironside covers the life and work of Jesus, missions, and the connection between divine healing and the atonement. Ironside also responds to a Roman Catholic priest’s allegation that Protestantism lay at the source of the world’s problems and that it ought to be abolished.
H. A. Ironside , one of the twentieth century’s greatest preachers, was born in Toronto, Canada on October 14, 1876. Though his education stopped with grammar school, his fondness for reading and a retentive memory put his learning to use. His scholarship was recognized in academic circles when he received honorary degrees from Wheaton College and Bob Jones University and was invited as frequent lecturer at Dallas Theological Seminary. Dr. Ironside was appointed to the boards of numerous Bible institutes, seminaries, and Christian organizations. He also served as director of the Africa Inland Mission. Ironside preached widely throughout the United States and abroad. He served as pastor of Moody Memorial Church from 1930 to 1948, and during his lifetime, he preached more than 7,000 sermons to over 1.25 million listeners.