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”
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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”
THE UNCHANGING IMPACT OF JONATHAN EDWARDS
October 5 marks the 307th birthday of America’s premier theologian, Jonathan Edwards. He is America’s greatest philosopher and intellectual. Martyn Lloyd-Jones recognized this and admonishes the serious Christ-follower: “My advice to you is this: Read Jonathan Edwards. Stop going to so many meetings; stop craving for the various forms of entertainment which are so popularContinue reading “THE UNCHANGING IMPACT OF JONATHAN EDWARDS”
SINNERS IN THE HANDS OF AN ANGRY GOD
Today is the anniversary of Jonathan Edwards famous sermon, Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God. America’s greatest intellectual preached the magnificent message at Enfield on July 8, 1741 – just 269 years ago! Edwards warns: “There are the black clouds of God’s wrath now hanging directly over your heads, full of the dreadfulContinue reading “SINNERS IN THE HANDS OF AN ANGRY GOD”