Skip to content
A practical directory for young Christian femalesHarvey Newcomb

A practical directory for young Christian females

by OpenStories

Original author: Harvey Newcomb

CompletedPublished Updated

"A Practical Directory for Young Christian Females" by Harvey Newcomb is a religious guide written in the mid-19th century. The work takes the form of a series of letters from a brother to his younger sister, providing practical advice on various aspects of Christian living and spiritual growth. The book explores themes of faith, the importance of doctrinal knowledge, and the application of Christian principles in daily life, all in the context of nurturing the character and spirituality of young women. At the start of the book, the author expresses deep concern for his sister's spiritual welfare following the death of their parents. He aims to offer guidance as she faces the challenges of adulthood and independence. The opening letters highlight the need for continuous growth in grace and a steadfast commitment to understanding Christian doctrines. The brother employs personal reflections, scriptural references, and practical advice, emphasizing the importance of spiritual tenacity and a life that reflects the love and grace of God in every aspect.

A practical directory for young Christian females, by Harvey Newcomb. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #17934.

  • 86,633words
  • 37chapters
  • 0stars
  • 0bookmarks
  • 1hits
Start reading

37 Chapters

  1. 1.Preface202 words
  2. 2.Letter I: The Christian's Mark, 1758 words
  3. 3.Letter II89 words
  4. 4.Letter III90 words
  5. 5.Letter IV: Reading and Study of the, Bible, 44143 words
  6. 6.Letter V: Prayer and Fasting, 5792 words
  7. 7.Letter VI: Temptation, 76150 words
  8. 8.Letter VIII: Public and Social Worship, and Sabbath Employments, 90157 words
  9. 9.Letter IX: Meditation, 108165 words
  10. 10.Letter X: The Preservation of Health, 129121 words
  11. 11.Letter XIII: Christian Activity, 156152 words
  12. 12.Letter XV: Social and Relative Duties, 18054 words
  13. 13.Letter XVI: Charity, 193139 words
  14. 14.Letter XVIII: Marriage, 22092 words
  15. 15.Letter XX: Self-Examination, 238124 words
  16. 16.Letter I: The Christian's Mark3,027 words
  17. 17.Letter II2,541 words
  18. 18.Letter III3,996 words
  19. 19.Letter IV: On the Reading and Study of the Holy Scriptures4,330 words
  1. 20.Letter V: Prayer and Fasting6,482 words
  2. 21.Letter VI: Temptation3,344 words
  3. 22.Letter VII: Self-Denial1,576 words
  4. 23.Letter VIII: Public and Social Worship, and Sabbath Employments6,295 words
  5. 24.Letter IX: Meditation6,266 words
  6. 25.Letter X: The Preservation of Health4,075 words
  7. 26.Letter XI: Mental Cultivation. Reading3,390 words
  8. 27.Letter XII: Improvement of Time. Present Obligation1,491 words
  9. 28.Letter XIII: Christian Activity6,407 words
  10. 29.Letter XIV: Dress1,927 words
  11. 30.Letter XV: Social and Relative Duties4,451 words
  12. 31.Letter XVI: Charity7,130 words
  13. 32.Letter XVII: Harmony of Christian Character1,838 words
  14. 33.Letter XVIII: Marriage4,089 words
  15. 34.Letter XIX1,617 words
  16. 35.Letter XX: Self-Examination9,247 words
  17. 36.Conclusion211 words
  18. 37.Appendix: Course of Reading1,075 words