In the 1746, Jonathan Edwards wrote Religious Affections (See my Review) – one of the most significant books ever written. Edwards’ thesis is plain: “True religion, in great part, consists in holy affections.” Gospel Wakefulness by Jared C. Wilson explores similar themes. His thesis is a complement to Edwards: “Gospel wakefulness means treasuring Christ more greatlyContinue reading “GOSPEL WAKEFULNESS – Jared C. Wilson (2011)”
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GOD’S PASSION FOR HIS GLORY – John Piper (1998)
Some books are worth reading again and again. John Piper’s excellent work is such a book. God’s Passion for His Glory: Living the Vision of Jonathan Edwards is composed of two parts. Part One is a Personal Encounter with Jonathan Edwards. Part Two is a republication of Jonathan Edwards magisterial work, The End for Which God CreatedContinue reading “GOD’S PASSION FOR HIS GLORY – John Piper (1998)”
SIGNS OF GODLINESS – Jonathan Edwards (1730)
Jonathan Edwards’ short essay entitled, Signs of Godliness, sets forth a clear thesis that appears at the end of the work: “The grand secret of being real, thorough Christians lies in these two things: in cleaving to Christ as our only portion, so as therein to renounce the world; and in trusting in Christ asContinue reading “SIGNS OF GODLINESS – Jonathan Edwards (1730)”
THE WORKS OF JONATHAN EDWARDS: On the Equality of the Persons of the Trinity – Volume 21
ON THE EQUALITY OF THE PERSONS OF THE TRINITY In this short, untitled fragment that was originally written on a salvaged letter cover, Edwards demonstrates how “the personal glory of each of the persons of the Trinity is equal, though each one, as they have a distinct personality, have a distinct glory.” Edwards argues thatContinue reading “THE WORKS OF JONATHAN EDWARDS: On the Equality of the Persons of the Trinity – Volume 21”
THE WORKS OF JONATHAN EDWARDS: Directions for Judging of Persons’ Experiences – Volume 21
DIRECTIONS FOR JUDGING OF PERSONS’ EXPERIENCES I cannot think of anyone better than Jonathan Edwards to evaluate the testimonies that were offered during the Great Awakening in 1734-35. Nothing has changed in the church when it comes to experiences – some are legitimate and some are sham. Sang Hyun Lee, editor of Volume 21 holdsContinue reading “THE WORKS OF JONATHAN EDWARDS: Directions for Judging of Persons’ Experiences – Volume 21”
THE WORKS OF JONATHAN EDWARDS: Discourse on the Trinity – Volume 21
DISCOURSE ON THE TRINITY Jonathan Edwards usually does not waste time in getting to his point. This work is no exception. He begins his discourse on the Trinity: “When we speak of God’s happiness, the account that we are wont to give of it is that God is infinitely happy in the enjoyment of himself,Continue reading “THE WORKS OF JONATHAN EDWARDS: Discourse on the Trinity – Volume 21”
Veritas et Lux 