Word: smacks
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Dates: during 1900-1909
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Unfortunately, but in some respects justly, the term evangelism has come to smack of sensationalism and emotionalism. Such is not the purpose of the true evangelist; he aims to present the truths of Christianity simply, directly and convincingly. We may not all approve of the methods of reaching men and women adopted in revival meetings, and we may not even understand an appeal that finds its way to more demonstrative natures. But although we cannot grasp its full significance, we can surely sympathize with an endeavor which aims, as we believe Dr. Chapman's does, to bring about such practical...