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Author: Howard L. Rice Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press ISBN: 9780664252304 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 240
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"Rice makes a concerted effort to point us toward new and exciting avenues of spiritual growth and development. I find the book provocative, stimulating, and challenging".---Ben Campbell Johnson, Peachtree Professor of Evangelism and Church Growth, Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, Georgia
Author: Howard L. Rice Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press ISBN: 9780664252304 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 240
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"Rice makes a concerted effort to point us toward new and exciting avenues of spiritual growth and development. I find the book provocative, stimulating, and challenging".---Ben Campbell Johnson, Peachtree Professor of Evangelism and Church Growth, Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, Georgia
Author: Joel R. Beeke Publisher: EP BOOKS ISBN: Category : Puritans Languages : en Pages : 500
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In these pages Dr Joel Beeke provides us with a first-class tour of some of the great sites of Reformed theology and spirituality. Here we meet John Calvin, reformer extraordinaire; then we encounter the learned Dr William Ames and the insightful Anthony Burgess. Soon we have traveled north to meet the Scotsmen John Brown of Haddington, the great Thomas Boston and the remarkable brothers, Ebenezer and Ralph Erskine. Predictably, but happily our guide brings us to The Netherlands and to the time of the Nadere Reformatie, before taking us back to the New World in the company of the remarkable Theodorus Jacobus Freylinghuysen. But the climax of this tour is not reached until our trusted guide has brought us to the family roots from which all these theologians and pastors came to the strong foundations of Christian living in justification by faith and sanctification in life, nourished by the power of biblical preaching. Author Joel R. Beeke (Ph.D. Westminster Theological Seminary) is president and professor of systematic theology and homiletics at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, pastor of the Heritage Netherlands Reformed Congregation in Grand Rapids, Michigan, editor of The Banner of Sovereign Grace Truth, and author of numerous books.
Author: Belden C. Lane Publisher: Oxford University Press ISBN: 9780199831685 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 328
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In this novel exploration of Reformed spirituality, Belden C. Lane uncovers a "green theology" that celebrates a community of jubilant creatures of all languages and species. Lane reveals an ecologically sensitive Calvin who spoke of himself as ''ravished'' by the earth's beauty. He speaks of Puritans who fostered a ''lusty'' spirituality in which Christ figured as a lover who encouraged meditation on the wonders of creation. He presents a Jonathan Edwards who urged a sensuous ''enjoyment'' of God's beauty as the only real way of knowing God. Lane argues for the ''double irony'' of Reformed spirituality, showing that Calvinists who often seem prudish and proper are in fact a people of passionate desire. Similarly, Reformed Christians who appear totally focused on divine transcendence turn out at times to be closet nature mystics, exulting in God's glory everywhere. Lane also demonstrates, however, that a spirituality of desire can be derailed, ending in sexual excess and pantheism. Ecologically, holy longing can be redirected from a contemplation of God's splendor in the earth's beauty to a craving for land itself, resulting in disastrous misuse of its resources. Between the major chapters of the book are engaging personal essays drawn from the author's own love of nature as a Reformed Christian, and providing a thoughtful discussion of contemporary issues of species diversity and the honoring of an earth community.
Author: D. A. Carson Publisher: Baker Academic ISBN: 0801025699 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 230
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Carson calls believers to revolt against superficiality and find again the deeper knowledge of God at Paul's school of prayer. Strong expositional study.
Author: Joel R. Beeke Publisher: Reformation Heritage Books ISBN: 9781601782700 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 0
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How does God bring His Word into our lives? The answer is: by the Holy Spirit. By the Spirit the Word was revealed and written. By the Spirit the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. By the Spirit the Word roots itself in the hearts of sinners and produces fruit. Calvin recognized long ago that the Holy Spirit is the bond of union between believers and Christ. Jonathan Edwards said that the Spirit is the sum of all Christ bought for His people with His precious blood. How precious then is the Spirit, and how important to know Him and His ways! In this book, a team of pastor-theologians uncover the rich biblical teachings about the work of the Holy Spirit. How was the Spirit involved in the human life of Jesus Christ? What is a spiritual person? How does the Spirit open the mind of sinners to trust in Christ? What does it mean to serve God in the power of the Spirit? How does the Spirit's sovereign work relate to our responsibility in evangelism? These questions and more are addressed in this book. Table of Contents: Part I: Geoff Thomas: A Faithful Instrument of the Spirit 1. Hugh Geoffrey Thomas: A Biographical Appreciation -- Gary Brady 2. A Minister Who Has Produced Ministers -- Paul Levy Part II: Salvation and the Spirit of Christ 3. The Spirit and the Word Incarnate: John Owen's Trinitarian Christology -- Carl Trueman 4. The Relation of the Righteousness of God and the Spirit of God in Romans 1-8 -- Sam Waldron 5. The Illumination of the Holy Spirit -- Joel Beeke 6. The Holy Spirit and Human Responsibility -- Fred Malone Part III: Growth and the Spirit of Holiness 7. A Gracious Willing Guest: The Indwelling Holy Spirit -- David Jones 8. John Owen on the Spirit's Ministry in Guarding the Believer's Heart -- Michael Haykin 9. Professor John Murray and the Godly Life -- John J. Murray 10. Living by the Spirit's Sanctifying Ministry -- Ian Hamilton 11. John Owen and Spiritual-Mindedness: A Reflection on Reformed Spirituality -- Derek Thomas 12. The Spirit of God in the People of God: A Celtic Spirituality -- Iain D. Campbell Part IV: Ministry and the Spirit of Counsel and Might 13. The Holy Spirit and the Call to the Ministry of the Gospel -- Stephen Turner 14. The Empowering Work of the Holy Spirit -- Conrad Mbewe 15. The Supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ and Apostolic Ministry -- Austin Walker 16. An Elizabethan Cameo: The Ministry of Edward Dering -- Robert Oliver 17. Passion and the Spirit's Sovereignty in the Thinking and Evangelistic Preaching of Martyn Lloyd-Jones -- Gary Benfold
Author: Joel R. Beeke Publisher: Reformation Heritage Books ISBN: 1601782713 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 241
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How does God bring His Word into our lives? The answer is: by the Holy Spirit. By the Spirit the Word was revealed and written. By the Spirit the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. By the Spirit the Word roots itself in the hearts of sinners and produces fruit. Calvin recognized long ago that the Holy Spirit is the bond of union between believers and Christ. Jonathan Edwards said that the Spirit is the sum of all Christ bought for His people with His precious blood. How precious then is the Spirit, and how important to know Him and His ways! In this book, a team of pastor-theologians uncover the rich biblical teachings about the work of the Holy Spirit. How was the Spirit involved in the human life of Jesus Christ? What is a spiritual person? How does the Spirit open the mind of sinners to trust in Christ? What does it mean to serve God in the power of the Spirit? How does the Spirit’s sovereign work relate to our responsibility in evangelism? These questions and more are addressed in this book. Table of Contents: Part I: Geoff Thomas: A Faithful Instrument of the Spirit 1. Hugh Geoffrey Thomas: A Biographical Appreciation — Gary Brady 2. A Minister Who Has Produced Ministers — Paul Levy Part II: Salvation and the Spirit of Christ 3. The Spirit and the Word Incarnate: John Owen’s Trinitarian Christology — Carl Trueman 4. The Relation of the Righteousness of God and the Spirit of God in Romans 1–8 — Sam Waldron 5. The Illumination of the Holy Spirit — Joel Beeke 6. The Holy Spirit and Human Responsibility — Fred Malone Part III: Growth and the Spirit of Holiness 7. A Gracious Willing Guest: The Indwelling Holy Spirit — David Jones 8. John Owen on the Spirit’s Ministry in Guarding the Believer’s Heart — Michael Haykin 9. Professor John Murray and the Godly Life — John J. Murray 10. Living by the Spirit’s Sanctifying Ministry — Ian Hamilton 11. John Owen and Spiritual-Mindedness: A Reflection on Reformed Spirituality — Derek Thomas 12. The Spirit of God in the People of God: A Celtic Spirituality — Iain D. Campbell Part IV: Ministry and the Spirit of Counsel and Might 13. The Holy Spirit and the Call to the Ministry of the Gospel — Stephen Turner 14. The Empowering Work of the Holy Spirit — Conrad Mbewe 15. The Supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ and Apostolic Ministry — Austin Walker 16. An Elizabethan Cameo: The Ministry of Edward Dering — Robert Oliver 17. Passion and the Spirit’s Sovereignty in the Thinking and Evangelistic Preaching of Martyn Lloyd-Jones — Gary Benfold
Author: Jean Calvin Publisher: ISBN: Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 244
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John Calvin is the most notable figure from the Reformed tradition. Unfortunately, he is often characterized as a stern and cerebral individual who had little concern for practical matters. However, Calvin was actually influential in promoting a profound sense of piety among early Protestantism. In The Soul of Life , Joel R. Beeke presents the life and ministry of Calvin with a special emphasis on Calvin's efforts for cultivating healthy spirituality among the churches. The selections from Calvin's own work will give readers a firsthand look at Calvin's emphasis on godliness, and by God's grace, will be a means for spurring on greater godliness in our day. Table of Contents: The Life of John Calvin The Piety of John Calvin Section One: The Definition and Importance of Piety Section Two: Piety's Supreme Goal, Soli Deo Gloria Section Three: Theological Dimensions Piety's Profound Root: Mystical Union Piety's Double Bond: The Spirit and Faith Piety's Double Cleansing: Justification and Sanctification Section Four: Ecclesiological Dimensions Piety Through the Church Piety of the Word Piety in the Sacraments Piety in the Psalter Section Five: Practical Dimensions Prayer Repentance Self-Denial Cross-Bearing The Present and Future Life Obedience Recommended Books by or about Calvin Series Description Seeking, then, both to honor the past and yet not idolize it, we are issuing these books in the series Profiles in Reformed Spirituality . The design is to introduce the spirituality and piety of the Reformed Profiles in Reformed Spirituality tradition by presenting descriptions of the lives of notable Christians with select passages from their works. This combination of biographical sketches and collected portions from primary sources gives a taste of the subjects' contributions to our spiritual heritage and some direction as to how the reader can find further edification through their works. It is the hope of the publishers that this series will provide riches for those areas where we are poor and light of day where we are stumbling in the deepening twilight.
Author: Robert Homer Ramey Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press ISBN: 9780664252861 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 196
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Real-life situations in today's world constantly challenge people, and the authors respond to these challenges by drawing upon the Reformed tradition to provide guidance for spiritual development. Includes practical suggestions, lesson plans and exercises, and recommendations for encouraging spiritual growth.
Author: Howard L. Rice
Author: Howard L. Rice
Author: Joel R. Beeke
Author: Belden C. Lane
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Author: D. A. Carson
Author: Willem Teellinck
Author: Joel R. Beeke
Author: Joel R. Beeke
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