Mary Elizabeth Shipley
Lofty Aims And Lowly Efforts: A Tale Of Christian Ministry is a book written by Mary Elizabeth Shipley and published in 1873. The story revolves around the life of a Christian minister who struggles to balance his lofty aspirations with the realities of everyday life. The protagonist, Reverend Edward, is a young and enthusiastic minister who is passionate about his work and eager to make a difference in people’s lives. However, he soon realizes that the challenges he faces are much greater than he had anticipated, and he struggles to maintain his faith and his commitment to his calling.The book is a powerful exploration of the difficulties faced by those who choose to devote their lives to the service of others, and it offers a candid and insightful look at the realities of Christian ministry. Through the character of Reverend Edward, Shipley explores the themes of doubt, faith, and perseverance, and she offers a compelling portrait of a man who is determined to make a difference in the world, despite the many obstacles he faces.Overall, Lofty Aims And Lowly Efforts is a thought-provoking and inspiring book that will resonate with anyone who has ever struggled to achieve their goals or overcome obstacles in their path. It is a timeless classic that continues to speak to readers today, more than a century after it was first published.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.