Jonathan Edwards is widely hailed as the greatest theologian in
American history. In Edwards on the Christian Life, Dane Ortlund
invites us to explore the great eighteenth-century pastor’s
central passion: God’s 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
Edwards’s theology and permeated his portrait of the Christian
life. Clear and engaging, this accessible volume will inspire you
to embrace Edwards’s magnificent vision of what it means to be a
Christian: enjoying and reflecting of the beauty of God in all
things.
Martin Luther’s historical significance can hardly be
overstated. Known as the her of the Protestant Reformation, no
single figure has had a greater impact on Western Christianity
except perhaps Augustine. In Luther 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
Luther’s theology of protest, ever-present sense of humor, or
misunderstood view of sanctification, this addition to Crossway’s
Theologians on the Christian Life series highlights the ways in
which Luther’s 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 Crossway’s growing Theologians on the Christian Life
series, Tony Reinke introduces modern readers to Newton’s
pastoral wisdom by leading them through the many sermons, hymns,
and—most importantly—letters 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 ins 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 lectures—works
that overflow with spiritual wisdom related to the Christian
life. In the latest addition to Crossway’s growing Theologians on
the Christian Life series, well-known pastor Sam Storms examines
Packer’s legacy when it comes to the Christian and
sanctification. Whether exploring Packer’s ins into prayer,
Bible study, the sovereignty of God, or the Christian’s fight
against sin, this accessible book offers readers the chance to
learn from the best of Packer’s 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. In Bavinck on the Christian Life,
scholar John Bolt brings the great Dutch theologian’s 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 works—especially those encouraging Christians
in their struggle against sin—continue 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 Owen’s life, ministry, and
historical context, Michael Haykin and Matthew Barrett
introduce readers to the pillars of Owen’s spiritual life. From
exploring his understanding of believers’ fellowship with the
triune God to highlighting his teaching on justification, this
study invites us to learn about the Christian life from the
greatest of the English Puritans.
Part of the Theologians on the Christian Life series.