A Coal From The Altar, To Kindle The Holy Fire of Zeale In a Sermon Preached at a Generall Visitation at Ipswich

A Coal From The Altar, To Kindle The Holy Fire of Zeale by Samuel Ward is a stirring 17th‑century sermon that confronts spiritual indifference with urgent pastoral fire. Preached at a general visitation in Ipswich, Ward reads Revelation 3 and other biblical texts to diagnose a lukewarm church and to call believers back to fervent devotion. Combining careful exegesis, pastoral exhortation, and vivid imagery, the sermon argues that zeal is the lifeblood of true religion and warns of the spiritual consequences when it cools. Set against the backdrop of early Stuart England, Ward’s voice reflects the Puritan concern for communal reformation and individual piety. His appeal is both theological and practical: he rebukes complacency, traces scriptural precedents, and urges a rekindling of holy zeal that can renew congregations and communities. Ideal for listeners of historical religion, Puritan devotional literature, or anyone seeking robust biblical preaching, this audiobook offers a window into early modern spiritual life and a timeless challenge to rekindle earnest faith.