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Jonathan Edwards is widely hailed as the greatest theologian in American history. InEdwards on the Christian Life, Dane Ortlund invites us to explore the great eighteenth-century pastors central passion: Gods resplendent beauty. Whether the topic was the nature of love, the preeminence of Scripture, or the glory of the natural world, the concept of beauty stood at the heart of Edwardss theology and permeated his portrait of the Christian life. Clear and engaging, this accessible volume will inspire you to embrace Edwardss magnificent vision of what it means to be a Christian: enjoying and reflecting of the beauty of God in all things.
Martin Luthers historical significance can hardly be overstated. Known as the father of the Protestant Reformation, no single figure has had a greater impact on Western Christianity except perhaps Augustine. InLuther on the Christian Life, historian Carl Trueman introduces readers to the lively Reformer, taking them on a tour of his historical context, theological system, and approach to the Christian life. Whether exploring Luthers theology of protest, ever-present sense of humor, or misunderstood view of sanctification, this addition to Crossways Theologians on the Christian Life series highlights the ways in which Luthers eventful life shaped his understanding of what it means to be a Christian. Ultimately, this book will help modern readers go deeper in their spiritual walk by learning from one of the great teachers of the faith.
John Newton is best known as the slave trader turned hymn writer who penned the most popular English hymn in history: Amazing Grace. However, many Christians are less familiar with the decades he spent in relative obscurity, laboring as a spiritual doctor while pastoring small parishes in England. In the latest addition to Crossways growing Theologians on the Christian Life series, Tony Reinke introduces modern readers to Newtons pastoral wisdom by leading them through the many sermons, hymns, andmost importantlyletters that he wrote over the course of his life. Considered by many to be one of the greatest letter writers of all time, Newton has valuable insights to offer modern Christians, especially when it comes to fusing together sound doctrine, lived experience, and godly practice.
Widely recognized as a pillar of 20th-century evangelicalism, J. I. Packer has had a profound impact on millions of Christians living today. Now in his late eighties, Packer still exerts an enormous influence on pastors and laypeople around the world through his many books, articles, and recorded lecturesworks that overflow with spiritual wisdom related to the Christian life. In the latest addition to Crossways growing Theologians on the Christian Life series, well-known pastor Sam Storms examines Packers legacy when it comes to the Christian and sanctification. Whether exploring Packers insights into prayer, Bible study, the sovereignty of God, or the Christians fight against sin, this accessible book offers readers the chance to learn from the best of Packers thinking on what true godliness really entails.
The importance of Dutch theologian Herman Bavinck to Reformed theology is difficult to overstate. Bavinck's comprehensive four volume systematic theology,Reformed Dogmatics, is a modern classic that has influenced countless pastors and theologians over the past 100 years. InBavinck on the Christian Life, scholar John Bolt brings the great Dutch theologians life and work to bear on following Jesus in the 21st century. By practically applying Bavinck's systematic works to the Christian life and looking at the life of the man himself, this book shows the direct connection between robust theology, practical holiness, and personal joy.
John Owen is widely hailed as one of the greatest theologians of all time. His many worksespecially those encouraging Christians in their struggle against sincontinue to speak powerfully to readers today, offering much-needed spiritual guidance for following Christ and resisting temptation day in and day out. Starting with an overview of Owens life, ministry, and historical context, Michael Haykin and Matthew Barrett introducereaders to the pillars of Owens spiritual life. From exploring his understanding of believers fellowship with the triune God to highlighting histeaching on justification, this study invites us to learn about the Christian life from the greatest of the English Puritans.
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