Unspoken Sermons Series I, II, and III

By: George MacDonald

Narrated by: Scott M. Kingston

First published in 1867, Unspoken Sermons Series I, II, and III is a series of sermons by George MacDonald, a Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister. He was a pioneering figure in the field of modern fantasy literature and the mentor of fellow writer Lewis Carroll.

MacDonald's theology, though sprinkled liberally throughout his reasonably significant number of books, is perhaps nowhere more noticeable than in Unspoken Sermons. These sermons, though by no means among the most popular of MacDonald's work, have had a theological influence from their first impression. That influence is presumably most notable in C.S. Lewis who called MacDonald "my master" and of Unspoken Sermons said, "My own debt to this book is almost as great as one man can owe to another."

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The antidote to 'orthdox' heresy

MacDonald offers a convincing Biblically-based and logically sound rebutable of many of the heresies that have crept into 'orthodox' Christianity. It contains powerful explanations of why eternal conscious torment, substitutionary atonement, and imputed righteousness, to name just a few of the sacred cows that he slaughters in this masterpiece, are truly 'doctrines of demons'. I was especially impacted to hear his scholarly treatment of the 'spirit of adoption' mistranslation and what that means to the heart of a child.

This is essential listening to any serious follower of Christ. The narration and presentation is exceptionally well done.

We need to know and treasure these truths ♡

We need to know and treasure these truths about how God has created us and enables us to live with God's love♡

Very deep thoughts

I came to read this book because of my love for C.S. Lewis. I leave with a respect for men who take the time and do the work of understanding the true nature of God and life.

What a heart for God!

There is nobody like George MacDonald. His profound insights on the loving nature of God have transformed my life.

While I feel he has misunderstood the Atonement to some degree, if the Atonement did mean what he thinks is taught, I'd have to agree with him. It. Ant mean that.

There are other options he hasn't considered. It's too much to get into the details of how Jesus purchased the keys back from Satan and how that plays into it. It's something MacDonald and most of his generation simply did not have revelation on.

But that aside, I agree the common understanding of the Atonement is lacking, especially the system proposed by the 5 points of Calvinism. And his critique of this system is profound and needs to be grappled with by all serious Christians. His sermon on Justice exposes the real defects in the systematic theology of many.

MacDonald is reacting to this system and his critique is incredibly important even if his ultimate understanding falls short of the full meaning and necessity of the Atonement. But it's a misunderstanding FOR God by someone who truly means well. I'm sure he understands more perfectly now!

Macdonald’s brilliance

The reader had a marshmallow in his mouth. He gave great effort and I appreciate the attempt.