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In His Steps Study GuideCh 11) Who interrupted Rev Maxwell as he was writing his sermon? What is ironic about Rev Maxwell's response to this person?It was a young poorly dressed man looking for a job. Rev Maxwell told him he couldn't help the man. Ironically Rev Maxwell was working on sermon about following after Jesus (Jesus would have helped the man in some way)2) Why has the church been empty lately? What does this show about them?It has been raining on Sundays recently and people are not willing to come to church if it is raining. This shows they are not very devoted to church or don't find it worth the trouble of being rained on. 3) How was the choir at the First Church of Raymond described? the best that money could buy4) Describe Rachael WinslowShe had the best voice in the choir and was beautiful as well.5) How was the First Church of Raymond described?"The church was the first in the city. It had the best choir. It had a membership composed of the leading people, representatives of the wealth, society and intelligence of Raymond". It also described them as being well dressed6) How did the First Church of Raymond view Rev Maxwell?They liked him a lot and thought he did a great job at preaching7) Describe the interruption at the end of Rev Maxwell's sermon.It was the young tramp. Summarize what he said 8) What ended the church service?The man passed out from heart trouble. Ch 21) Where did they bring the man?Rev Maxwell brought him to his house and put him in a spare bedroom.2) What happened to the man?He was in poor health all week and ended up dying. 3) Describe Rev Maxwell's sermon on the Sunday following the man's death.He used no notes and near the end spoke in a personal way about the challenge he has recently felt and then asked for volunteers4) What does Rev Maxwell ask for volunteers for?People who will commit one year to only acting after asking themselves "What would Jesus do?"5) How many people initially volunteered?Fifty; Among them Rachel Winslow and Virginia Page, Mr. Norman, President Marsh, Alexander Powers the railroad superintendent, Milton Wright, Dr. West and Jasper Chase6) How should people determine what God would have them do or not do?Listen through the Holy Spirit (Reading the bible also is important)Ch 31) What job did Edward Norman have?Chief Editor for the Daily News2) What decision did Edward make that people were surprised about?He decided not to print any coverage of a boxing match that happened the previous day even though most people would want to read about it. 3) What concern does Clark raise?He wonders if it will ruin the paper and if customers will stop buying the paper.4) Why were the newsboys complaining?They were having trouble selling the papers without the report of the fight. 5) How did Edward Norman deal with the newsboys' complaints?He offered to buy any unsold papers. Ch 41) Describe the sample of letters that Mr. Norman received.One was from a customer asking to end his subscriptionOne was from an editor friend in another newspaper in a different townOne was from Rev Maxwell thanking him for keeping his promise and encouraging himOne was from an Tobacco company, who ended his advertising contract with the paper. 2) What other significant change did Edward Norman make to the newspaper related to advertisement?He decided to not renew advertisement contracts with companies of tobacco and alcohol3) Why was cancelling the Sunday paper a serious decision?He knew that Jesus would not want people wasting the Lord's Day reading gossip columns and sportsHe also knew that the Sunday paper brought in a lot of money for the newspaper and that people had already paid for subscriptions with the expectation that they would receive the Sunday paper. He did decide to issue a double Saturday paperCh 51) How had Rev Maxwell's sermon's changed?He rebuked sin; especially hypocrisy. He also rebuked greed, wealth, and the selfishness of fashion. The Spirit moved his sermon2) How had Rachel's singing changed?There was added humility and purity in her voice3) Why do you think the number of people who wanted to take the pledge increased?They saw true faith and wanted that for themselves. 4) What plan does Alexander Powers plan to enact at his company?Create a break room for his workers and give them a 15 minute break to hear a short talk a few times a week. 5) What did Alexander Powers accidentally read?a letter that was meant for the superintendent of the freight department which showed clear evidence of a systematic violation of Interstate Commerce Laws. 6) What dilemma did Alexander Powers face with the discovery of this information?If he exposed the railroad, he would lose his job and his family would no longer live in luxury, but surely this was dishonest and he had a responsibility to report it.Ch 61) What decision was Rachel considering? Why?She had a job offer with an opera with a traveling company that was offering her a very large salary, but thinks she should turn it down because Jesus would never use his voice to make money.2) What is Virginia's conflict?She is extremely wealthy and doesn't know what Jesus would do with such wealth and with such available time. 3) How did Madam Page respond the news of Virginia and Rachel's commitment?She seemed angry that they would do such a thing (she probably felt convicted). Ch 71) What did Rolin ask Rachel Winslow?He proposed to her on the street. She rejected him and told him why should could never marry him- he had no purpose in life, doesn't make the world a better place and spends all of his day on amusement2) How did Rachel respond when her mother asked if she is judging other professional singers?She said she is not, but for herself she does not have the conviction that Jesus would do so in her situation. 3) Why was Mrs. Winslow against Rachel singing at the White Cross meetings down in the rectangle?The rectangle was the most notorious district in town. 4) Who accompanied Rachel to her first visit to the White Cross meeting?Virginia and her uncle Dr. West5) Describe the rectangle.The Rectangle was the most notorious district in Raymond. It was on the territory close by the railroad shops and the packing houses. The great slum and tenement district of Raymond congested its worst and most wretched elements about the Rectangle. This was a barren field used in the summer by circus companies and wandering showmen. It was shut in by rows of saloons, gambling hells and cheap, dirty boarding and lodging houses.6) How did Rachel make a difference on her first night of singing at the White Cross meeting?People were drawn to the tent and left the pubs and stopped fighting and using vulgar language. Ch 81) List in your own words Rev Maxwell's seven things to change about himself as a pastor.2) Why was Rev Maxwell asked to preach at the Rectangle? Mr. Gray's was sick and was losing his voice. 3) How did the crowd at the rectangle receive Rev Maxwell?They did not want him to speak at all. 4) Why had Rolin been present at the rectangle meeting?He had just come over from the club5) What other changes has Edward Norman made with the paper?No more shocking headlines, writers must sign their names for the articles, and a decision to stop supporting a party, but instead to simply support the best person and speak to morals instead of party. 6) What information was published about Alexander Powers?The fact that he resigned from his position and informed the commission about the laws that have been broken by his company.Ch 91) What trouble did Fred Morris face in keeping his promise?He lost his job after refusing to cover a story about a train robbery. 2) Where did Morris find a new job?He was hired by Edward Norman3) List in your own words Milton Wright's programme of change.4) Who did Rachel see at the altar call at the end of the service at the rectangle?Rollin PageCh 101) How did Rachel respond when Jasper confessed that he loved her and asked if "his love for her was not as sacred as anything in all of life itself"?She said no and seemed annoyed that he would ask her after such an important church meeting. "you should not have spoken to me now"2) What follow up question does he ask Rachel [or more ?[would it be possible] sometime when I am more worthy?3) Summarize the major changes in the town or Raymond as Sunday morning.The people of Raymond awoke Sunday morning to a growing knowledge of events which were beginning to revolutionize many of the regular, customary habits of the town. Alexander Powers' action in the matter of the railroad frauds had created a sensation, not only in Raymond but throughout the country. Edward Norman's daily changes of policy in the conduct of his paper had startled the community and caused more comment than any recent political event. Rachel Winslow's singing at the Rectangle meetings had made a stir in society and excited the wonder of all her friends. Virginia's conduct, her presence every night with Rachel, her absence from the usual circle of her wealthy, fashionable acquaintances, had furnished a great deal of material for gossip and question. In addition to these events which centered about these persons who were so well known, there had been all through the city in very many homes and in business and social circles strange happenings. Nearly one hundred persons in Henry Maxwell's church had made the pledge to do everything after asking: "What would Jesus do?" and the result had been, in many cases, unheard-of actions. The city was stirred as it had never been before. As a climax to the week's events had come the spiritual manifestation at the Rectangle, and the announcement which came to most people before church time of the actual conversion at the tent of nearly fifty of the worst characters in that neighborhood, together with the conversion of Rollin Page, the well-known society and club man.4) What had church members noticed was different about Rev Maxwell's conduct at Sunday Service?-His sermon was no longer delivered. It was brought to them with a love, an earnestness, a passion, a desire, a humility that poured its enthusiasm about the truth and made the speaker no more prominent than he had to be as the living voice of God. His prayers were unlike any the people had heard before.- They were often broken; even once or twice they had been actually ungrammatical in a phrase or two. When had Henry Maxwell so far forgotten himself in a prayer as to make a mistake of that sort? He knew that he had often taken as much pride in the diction and delivery of his prayers as of his sermons. Was it possible he now so abhorred the elegant refinement of a formal public petition that he purposely chose to rebuke himself for his previous precise manner of prayer? It is more likely that he had no thought of all that. His great longing to voice the needs and wants of his people made him unmindful of an occasional mistake. It is certain that he had never prayed so effectively as he did now.5) What was the topic of Rev Maxwell's sermon?About the evil of the saloons and how people should vote to not allow saloons to receive licenses to serve alcohol 6) How many were present at the meeting after church? Who was missing?100 people; Jasper was missing.Ch 11 1) What does Daniel Marsh plan to do because of his promise?He is going to use his influence to support a candidate against the saloons2) Although Mr. Marsh believes that Jesus would have gotten involved in politics, some Christian groups do not. Which groups refrain from politics and for what religious reasons?Anabaptists- Because they hold to the 2 Kingdom theologyplenty of bible verses against it as well. 3) How had Rollin changed?He was very quiet and obviously changed4) Why do you think some considered the saloons the "greatest form of slavery"?Because people addicted to alcohol are in slavery5) Why was Virginia upset when three of her "fashionable" friends were talking about the Rectangle? How did she see this as an opportunity? They didn't seem to care about the people there, but treated it like a spectacle. Virginia thought exposing them to the Rectangle might help them realize the sin and misery that exists there. Ch 121) Why did Virginia get out of the carriage in front of the Rectangle's worst saloon?She saw one of the girls (Loreen) that she had prayed with previously, who looked drunk and in need of help. 2) How did Virginia help Loreen?She brought her to the Gray's house, but they were out, so Virginia brought Loreen to her home. 3) Describe the Virginia's interaction with her Grandmother at home. What stood out to you about the interaction?"I know very well. She is an outcast. You need not tell me, grandmother. I know it even better than you do. She is drunk at this minute. But she is also a child of God. I have seen her on her knees, repentant. And I have seen Hell reach out its horrible fingers after her again. And by the grace of Christ, I feel that the least that I can do is to rescue her from such peril. Grandmother, we call ourselves Christians. Here is a poor, lost human creature, without a home, slipping back into a life of misery and possibly eternal loss, and we have more than enough. I have brought her here and I shall keep her."4) What was Madam Page's greatest reasons for not letting Loreen stay in the house to recover?What society would think of themCh 13)1) Who encouraged Virginia that she was doing the right thing by taking care of Loreen?Rollin (this shows he truly repented) 2) Who was missing from the third meeting after church?Jasper for the second week in a row. 3) What news did Edward Norman share about his newspaper?That it would fold within 3 weeks if Christians did not contribute to it and establish a sort of endowment; that he needed half a million to make it work4) How was this situation solved?Virginia pledged to give the money5) How did Virginia react to her promise of helping?She explained that no one should praise her for doing this because the money belongs to God and she is just a steward Ch 14)1) How had the owners of the saloons been acting towards the tent meetings in the Rectangle?They threatened those involved and threw things at them2) How did Rollin help Rachel?He stood in front of her to protect her from the rocks being thrown by the crowd3) What happened to Loreen?Someone dropped a bottle out of a window and Loreen pushed Virginia out of the way and the bottle hit Loreen's head and killed her. Ch 151) What was the result of the saloon license vote?The Saloons had won and been given another year of licenses2) What does the author say is the reason for this?That some Christians didn't vote3) Why do some Christian groups refuse to vote and participate in politics?The two Kingdom theology 4) What happened to the number of people remaining behind in the lecture room for the meeting?It increased largely5) Describe Loreen's funeral.It was in the tent in the Rectangle and lots of people came and there was lots of crying and people seemed very impacted by the service.6) What happened to the murderer of Loreen?There was not enough proof to indicate who exactly killed her, so the murderer was able to get away without punishment. Ch 161) What does Virginia plan to do with her money?Help the people in the Rectangle obtain decent housing and also to buy the location of the tent meetings2) How will Rachel contribute to the plan at the Rectangle?She will give music instruction to the poor3) What information did Rollin share with Virginia?That he proposed to Rachel and that she refused as she should have. He also said that he still loves her, but doesn't think there is much hope. Ch 171) What did Henry Maxwell do with the money he normally used for a summer vacation?He used it to give a vacation to a family that lived in the rectangle2) Describe the reaction of the family he gave the vacation to.The father broke down crying (he had previously considered suicide), The mother had lost three children that year and was worn-out. 3) What was Jasper Chase struggling with?Whether to publish a book he had written, which was not immoral, but was worldly4) What did Jasper choose?He chose to ignore his promise and finish the worldly novelCh 181) Describe the conversation between Rachel and Rollin.There was awkwardness at first, but Rachel has begun to respect Rollin for his important work in his ministry2) Who has Rollin been reaching out to?The men in the clubs Ch 19This chapter is mostly a summary of events that have happened in the first 18 chapters. 1) Which changes were most impressive to you?Ch 201) What question is Rev Calvin Bruce reflecting on?Whether he should also ask himself and his congregation to take the pledgeCh 21 [in Chicago]1) How do Felicia and Rose differ?Felicia has a loving heart and Rose is less caring2) How has Felicia heard about the events in Raymond?her cousin Rachel Winslow has written to her all about it.3) Describe Felicia's ParentsHer father Charles R Sterling is extremely wealthy and made his money on grain speculation and the railroadHer mother is the sister of Mrs. Winslow in Raymond. She has been an invalid the past seven years. Ch 221) Describe the drama that Felicia and Rose watched.There was a scene where a woman almost jumped off a bridge, but a child and then other kind-hearted people stopped her. It turned out that one of the men who stopped her was later discovered to be her biological brother. 2) How did the play impact Felicia?It reinforced her desire to help the less fortunate3) Why did Mrs. Sterling ask Felicia to pray?She felt that some strange fear about Felicia's father4) How was church different that Sunday?The prayer from Dr. Bruce was sincere and Sprit-filledCh 231) What happened at the church that day?Dr. Bruce announced that he would like his church to take the Raymond Pledge2) How many people stayed initially?100 including Felicia3) Do you agree with the Bishop's musing that " Our Christianity loves its ease and comfort too well to take up anything so rough and heavy as a cross."?4) What shocking news interrupted the conversation between the Bishop and Rev Bruce?That Mr. Sterling had shot himself. 5) What decision did the Bishop make at the end of this chapter?That he too would take the pledgeCh 241) What history existed between the Bishop and Mrs. Sterling (Camilia Rolfe)?He had loved her and she chose Mr. Sterling instead of him2) Why did Mr. Sterling kill himself?He was on the verge of financial ruin and since he worshipped money, he killed himself3) How did Mrs. Sterling die?From shock4) Where did Felicia and Rose move to?To be with Rachel in the town of Raymond. 5) How was Mrs. Winslow changing?She has been positively effected by the various people keeping their pledges around town6) What is Felicia doing in Raymond?Cooking for the house as well as the cooking at the Rectangle7) What is Felicia's dream?To open a cook shop in Chicago to teach poor people how to cook, while also selling food to make a living. 8) What was Felicia's name among the poor people in the Rectangle?The Angel cookCh 251) What plan did Dr. Bruce and the Bishop have?To resign from their positions2) What will Dr. Bruce do?Move to a house in the part of the city where he could make the most differenceCh 261) What is Felicia doing in Chicago?She opened up a small store to sell healthy food and is helping at the settlement2) Who is Stephen Clyde?He took the pledge at the Nazareth Church and is helping to fix up the settlement 2 nights a week3) What shocking event happened to the Bishop near the settlement?He was robbed at gun pointCh 271) What happened during the robbery?One of the men recognize the voice as the Bishop and told the other robber to give him back his money2) How had the bishop helped one of the robbers previously?15 years ago the man came to his door and told that his wife and child had burned to death in an apartment fire. And the Bishop took the man in that night and helped him find a new job the next day. 3) How did the Bishop help the men?He prayed for them and helped them to find jobs. Ch 281) How was Burns tempted as he was sweeping in front of the tenement?He smelled the beer from across the street at a saloon and wanted to drink2) What did the Bishop visit his parishioner (Clayton) about?The fact that the parishioner rents a building to a saloon. 3) What did Clayton do in response to the Bishop's visit?He decided not to renew the lease of the saloon and rented out the property to the tenant instead. Ch 291) Why did Clarence Penrose decide to make a change in the apartments that he rents out?His daughter was asking questions about the apartments that are being rented out and if they are warm and well-taken care of. 2) What has happened between Stephen and Felicia?They have become a coupleCh 30 1) Describe some issues the men spoke of.Being out of work, the hypocrisy of most Christians, the need for unions, socialism etc...Ch 311) Where was Rev Maxwell invited to?To one of the largest churches in Chicago to speak about the pledge2) What was the topic of Rev Maxwell's sermon?The rich young ruler, who refused to sell all that he had to follow Jesus. That we are like that man. We need to follow Christ with all our hearts if we want to be His disciple. 3) How did the people respond?Maxwell did not call for people to make the pledge, but a great number did spontaneously. 4) What did Rev Maxwell see in the future of all the people in his life?Describe the listCharacter list:Rev Henry Maxwell- Reverend at First Church of RaymondEdward Norman- Newspaper editorAlexander Powers- Superintendent at the L & T Railroad company, who is trying to make things nicer for his men. He also found out that his company is breaking laws. Rachel Winslow- Very good singer and beautifulVirginia Page- Wealthy and understands how to invest money.Madam Page- Virginia's grandmother. A very good business woman and very shrewd. Rolin Page- Virginia's brother. He spent most of his time in the clubs and had no ambition. Likes Rachel Mrs. Winslow- Widow whose husband died large handsome woman, found of company, eager for distinction in society, Dr. West- Rachel's uncle who is friends with Mr and Mrs. Gray and who occasionally goes to the White CrossMr. John Gray- The traveling evangelist preacher of the White Cross in the Rectangle. was a small, energetic man, with a pleasant voice and the courage of a high-born fighter. He had already made friends in the neighborhood, and one of his converts, a heavy-faced man who had just come in, began to help in the arranging of seats.Mr. Gray- The wife of the traveling evangelist preacher of the White Cross in the rectangleJasper Chase- A writer who began to like Rachel at the first meeting at the RectangleFred Morris- President of the Endeavor Society. A Young man who recently graduated, but is out of work. Milton Wright-- Successful businessman in town who also took the promiseDonald Marsh- President of Lincoln CollegeChicago Characters:Rev Calvin Bruce- a preacher in Chicago who went to seminary with Rev Maxwell and has heard of the great transformation in Rev Maxwell's congregationFelicia Sterling- 19 years old. Very caring person who heard about the pledge from her cousin RachelRose Sterling- 21 years old. Cynical and much less caringCharles R Sterling- extremely wealthy and made his money on grain speculation and the railroadMrs. Delano- Wealthy woman who is opposed to the pledgeEdward (Bishop)- Healthy and tall. A longtime friend of Rev BruceStephen Clyde- A Carpenter who took the pledge and helps out at the Settlement 2 days a week. Falls in love with Felicia and they later get married. ................
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