In "The Excellency of Christ," Jonathan Edwards presents a profound theological exploration of the nature and beauty of Christ, employing a rich, intricate literary style characterized by metaphysical reasoning and emotive rhetoric. The text delves into the dual natures of Christ, articulating how His divinity and humanity coexist in perfect harmony, which Edwards posits as central to understanding His salvific role. Set against the backdrop of 18th-century New England Puritanism, this wor...

This fantastic compilation brings you 5 of the greatest Christian classics on the Holy Spirit. Do you want to understand what the Scripture teaches about the Holy Spirit and get to know Him better in your own life? Are you interested in how the Holy Spirit has worked in revivals?If so, then this collection is for you! Each book in this volume contains the full text of powerful and life-changing writings by men of God who saw the Holy Spirit work powerfully in their ...

Jonathan Edwards (1703-1758) is early Americas greatest theologian and philosopher, yet six decades have passed since an authoritative anthology of his writings has appeared to guide the reader through his voluminous works. This book is a new and comprehensive collection of selected compositions by Edwards. Providing excerpts not only from many of his most famous published writings but also from previously unpublished works, it will be essential reading for scholars, students, and all th...

This collection was designed for optimal navigation on eReaders and other electronic devices. This collection offers lower price, the convenience of a one-time download, and it reduces the clutter in your digital library. All books included in this collection feature a hyperlinked table of contents and footnotes. The collection is complimented by an author biography.This Collection Includes:David Brainerd Freedom of the Will Religious Affections Select Sermons Treatise on GraceAn Unpublish...

"Christ has thrown the door of mercy wide open," and He stands crying out to all to accept His call. Delivered more than 250 years ago, "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" by Jonathan Edwards remains the most famous sermon ever preached in American history. He presents a clear picture of the predicament of every sinner and lukewarm Christian, while showing how we can know we have God’s favor, avoid the tricks of the devil, and find our reward in heaven. With compelling ...

Jonathan Edwards's The Religious Affections is a rigorous theological inquiry into the nature of authentic Christian experience, written in the aftermath of the First Great Awakening. With dense scriptural argument, philosophical precision, and pastoral urgency, Edwards distinguishes gracious affections from mere emotional excitement, moral respectability, or religious performance. Its style is characteristically Puritan yet intellectually expansive, joining Reformed doctrine, empirical ob...

In this book, Jonathan Edwards explains how God repairs and redeems the flaws of humankind by being an extension of the human being's free will. A superb and evocative treatise, Edwards draws on his knowledge of both theology and philosophy to deliver a convincing examination of the human soul. What is the nature of morality? Can God be evil? What constitutes sin? How does Gods foreknowledge of all events impact concepts of morality? How does intent inform our acts of vice and virtue? Stil...

Jonathan Edwards was an American preacher, philosopher, and theologian born on 5 October 1703 to Timothy and Esther Edwards of East Windsor, Connecticut. Edwards was well-known throughout the American colonies for his books, sermons, and broad theological views. He also played a crucial role in shaping the First Great Awakening before he died in 1758 of smallpox. To this day, Edwards continues to influence and inspire millions of individuals around the world.This book contains Jona...

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In this, his most well-known sermon, Jonathan Edwards (1703-1758) shows the danger of ignoring the gracious but time-limited offer of reconciliation for rebel sinners. He paints, in vivid detail, the uncertainty of our frail lives, which are ever in jeopardy of exiting into eternity through any of many available doorways to our demise. Edwards meditates on the horror of the severe and eternal punishment that awaits those who stubbornly refuse the gracious offer of Christ's propitiation, an...

You probably know him for preaching the sermon “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God”—but Jonathan Edwards had much more to say about the Christian life. The central figure in New England’s first Great Awakening, Edwards offers a detailed description of the signs—true and false—of conversion, while highlighting the role truly balanced emotions play within the Christian life. He takes a long, hard look at the evidence of true saving faith—the fruit that comes from living like Christ. This n...

When this sermon was preached, the average listener had a considerably greater attention span than his modern counterpart. The reader may therefore be daunted by the length of the sermon. I had considered abridging it, but finally decided not to.Some readers will also complain that it gets off to a slow start. This is standard for an extended speech in any context. An experienced speaker intending to speak at length will give his audience a minute or so to settle down into listenin...