Pink, Arthur
The Sovereignty of God and the Depravity of Man
The Sovereignty of God describes a God who rules all, every detail of all of creation, every action, every event, every decision of every man, woman, and child. The sovereignty of God must be our starting point for all of scripture, for all of theology. Without it, there is no scripture. If God is not sovereign, then his word has no meaning. How can he keep his promises? How can we trust him? Why even bother to worship him, if anything we decide can thwart whatever he decides? If our measly and minuscule intentions, these things we do daily by happenstance or stupidity or ignorance, can ruin the plans of the God of the universe, what is the point of God? What meaning is there in anything we do or say or believe? But if God is sovereign, then everything has meaning. Every failure, every thought, every intention that enters our heart has a purpose, and the purpose is not our purpose, but God’s. If God is sovereign, then he can be trusted, and his word can be proclaimed without fear and without compromise. Of Pink, John MacArthur says, "Arthur Pink was a master of biblical exposition, carefully mining the biblical text for every ounce of true meaning, every nuance of doctrine, and every point of personal application he could discover. He always wrote with heartfelt conviction and persuasive insight. He was warm and positive, yet bold and unequivocal." This volume includes The Sovereignty of God, The Doctrine of Human Depravity, the Doctrine of Man's Impotency, The Doctrine of Regeneration, and the Doctrine of Election
Ryle, J.C.
The Works of J.C. Ryle: Volume 1
From the Introduction to Holiness: "The twenty papers contained in this volume are a humble contribution to a cause which is exciting much interest in the present day--I mean the cause of Scriptural holiness. It is a cause which everyone who loves Christ, and desires to advance His kingdom in the world, should endeavour to help forward. Worldly people sometimes complain with reason that "religious" persons, so-called are not so amiable and unselfish and good-natured as others who make no profession of religion. Yet sanctification is quite as important as justification. It is of great importance that the whole subject should be placed on right foundations. "In Practical Religion, Ryle explores the daily realities and necessities of the Christian life. Through frank and scriptural discussions about prayer, bible reading, communion, fellowship, and other vital topics, Ryle gives classic yet fresh direction to the believer hungry for Bible truth. From the first chapter of Thoughts for Young Men: I shudder to think how few young men are led by the Spirit, how few are on that narrow road which leads to life, how few are setting their affections on things above, how few are taking up the cross, and following Christ. John Charles Ryle was appointed as first Bishop of Liverpool, England in 1880. He was a prolific writer of books and sermons. Other works of his include Expository Thoughts on the Gospels and Old Paths. This volume contains Holiness, Practical Religion, and Thoughts for Young Men. Ted Cortez Publishing
The Works Of J.C. Ryle: Volume 2
In Old Paths, Bishop J.C. Ryle gives us a beautiful summary of the essential truths of the Christian faith. Consider it his theology primer. From the Preface: "The volume now in the reader’s hands consists of a series of papers, systematically arranged, on the leading truths of Christianity which are “necessary to salvation”. There are certain great truths of which some knowledge, by common consent, appears essential to salvation. Such truths are the immortality of the soul, the sinfulness of human nature, the work of Christ for us as our Redeemer, the work of the Holy Ghost in us, forgiveness, justification, conversion, faith, repentance, the marks of a right heart, Christ’s invitations, Christ’s intercession, and the like. The Upper Room collects Ryle's miscellaneous essays on topics such as simplicity in preaching, the duties of parents, the unity of the Church, victory in Christ, duties of laymen, and many others. From the Preface: "This volume contains a very miscellaneous selection of papers which I have sent forth from time to time, in one shape or another, during a forty-five years’ ministry. Some of these papers are not known beyond a small circle of kind friends. Not a few of them are the substance of pulpit addresses delivered on important public occasions and composed with more than ordinary pains. All of them, I venture humbly to think, will be found to contain some useful truths for the times, and words in season." The Works of J.C. Ryle: Volume 3
Bishop J.C. Ryle adds to the timeless collection of church history with "Christian Leaders of the Eighteenth Century" and "Light from Old Times." In his signature direct and pithy style, Ryle gives accounts of many of the martyrs of the Elizabethan and Jamesian II church ages, not to mention other less fortunate men who were not called to give their lives for Christ. Whitefield, Wesley, Wycliff, Hooper, Baxter, Gurnall, and many more devoted men receive a small measure of the words which are due them in this volume.
Swinnock, George
The Christians Man's Calling: Volume 1
"Weighty yet warm simplicity and numerous illustrations characterize Swinnock's writings. The Christian Man's Calling masterfully explores the calling of the true believer in spiritual disciplines, personal lifestyle, relations in the home, marriage and daily work, in times of prosperity and adversity, in a hostile world, and at the time of death." Joel Beeke and Randall Pederson in "Meet the Puritans". This volume is the first of two that contain Swinnock's expansive exposition on the constitution of the Christian life. Volume 1 contains Parts 1 and 2, covering subjects of godliness, prayer, scripture, the sacraments, relationships at home and work, prosperity, and adversity.
The Christians Man's Calling: Volume 2
"Weighty yet warm simplicity and numerous illustrations characterize Swinnock's writings. The Christian Man's Calling masterfully explores the calling of the true believer in spiritual disciplines, personal lifestyle, relations in the home, marriage and daily work, in times of prosperity and adversity, in a hostile world, and at the time of death." Joel Beeke and Randall Pederson in "Meet the Puritans". This volume is the second of two that contain Swinnock's expansive exposition on the constitution of the Christian life. Volume 2 contains Part 3, covering godliness in the areas of companions, choosing a spouse, running a business, solitude, visiting the sick, and finishing the course. By Ted Cortez Publishing
Watson, Thomas
A Body of Practical Divinity: Containing A Body of Divinity, The Ten Commandments, and the Lord's Prayer
Thomas Watson originally intended "A Body of Practical Divinity" to consist of three works: "Body of Divinity", his commentary on the Westminster Shorter Catechism; "The Ten Commandments", an exposition on the summary of the mosaic law, and its applicability as a guide to the moral life of the Christian; and "The Lord’s Prayer", his exposition on the Lord’s Prayer as related by Matthew. If there is any work among the myriad volumes of Puritan works that can properly be considered a Systematic Theology, Thomas Watson's "A Body of Divinity" is undoubtedly that work. Rich with metaphor, concise, and drenched in Scripture, Watson's seminal magnum opus has endured throughout the centuries as a magnificent cornerstone of Puritan thought. Written as a commentary on the Westminster Shorter Catechism, "A Body of Divinity" exposits the Cathechism, beginning with the question "What is the Chief End of Man?" Watson continues on to matters of Theology Proper (the Attributes of God), Anthropology (the Nature of Man), Christology, the Covenant of Works and the Covenant of Grace (Soteriology), and Eschatology (Last Things). For a study of Puritan thought and theology, "A Body of Divinity" remains a fantastic starting point. Watson passionately defends the Ten Commandments as a foundation for Christian practice. “Obedience carries in it the life-blood of religion,” he says. “The rule of obedience is the written word. To seem to be zealous, if it be not according to the word, is not obedience, but will-worship.” Convicting without condemnation, Watson’s words inspire as he points the reader to God in Christ, and always with a view to dependence on the Spirit. “The Ten Commandments are the rule of our life, the creed is the sum of our faith, and the Lord’s Prayer is the pattern of our prayer.” Watson concludes his magnificent work with a rich commentary on our Lord’s Prayer in the Gospel of Matthew. Avoiding the common prayer acronyms that saturate modern Christianity, he deftly builds a foundation for communion with God that requires our complete devotion.Every attempt has been made to eliminate erroneous verse references present in earlier editions.By Ted Cortez Publishing
The Works of Thomas Watson: Containing Seven of Watson's Best Loved Works
This volume collects seven of Thomas Watson's best loved works. Watson is the author of "A Body of Practical Divinity," the foremost Puritan classic on the Westminster Catechism and easily the premiere systematic theology of the Puritan age. Watson spoke with a clarity, depth, conciseness (especially) and wit that few modern theologians can match.Works included in this volume:"The Art of Divine Contentment" studies Paul's words on contentment in difficult circumstances in Philippians 4.11-13."The Beatitudes" is Watson's exposition on the first 12 verses of Christ's Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5.In "The Christians' Charter", Watson explores the privileges of the believer. "Happiness is the mark and center which every man aims at.""A Divine Cordial" reflects on Romans 8.28, "We know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.""The Doctrine of Repentance" is Watson's exposition on the means and meaning of repentance."The Godly Man's Picture": In Watson's words, "Drawn with a Scripture Pencil, or, Some Characteristic Marks of a Man who is going to Heaven.""The Great Gain of Godliness". Clearly, the title speaks for itself."Watson's depth of doctrine, clarity of expression, warmth of spirituality, love of application, and gift of illustration enhanced his reputation as a preacher and writer." --- Joel Beeke and Randall Pederson in "Meet the Puritans""Watson was one of the most concise, racy, illustrative, and suggestive of those eminent divines who made the Puritan age the Augustan period of evangelical literature. There is a happy union of sound doctrine, heart-searching experience and practical wisdom throughout all his works." Charles Spurgeon. By Ted Cortez Publishing
The Works of Thomas Watson: Volume 2
This volume contains a collection of Puritan Thomas Watson's sermons on a variety of topics, including Christ, sin, heaven, meditation, the Lord's Supper, perseverance, the soul, righteousness, and purity, among many others. Included also is his Farewell Sermon, where he poignantly addresses his parish with perhaps the most emotional and heart-wrenching sermon of his career, the night before his ejection from the Church of England. With characteristic Puritan courage and wit, he says, "Now welcome the cross of Christ, — welcome reproach, — welcome poverty, scorn and contempt, or whatever else may befall me on this account! This morning I had a flock, and you had a pastor; but now, behold a pastor without a flock, — a flock without a shepherd! This morning I had a house, but now I have none! This morning I had a living, but now I have none! “The Lord hath given, and the Lord hath taken away. Blessed be the name of the Lord.”" Printed in easy-to-read ten point type and increased margins for note-taking. Charles Spurgeon said of Thomas Watson, "Watson was one of the most concise, racy, illustrative, and suggestive of those eminent divines who made the Puritan age the Augustan period of evangelical literature. There is a happy union of sound doctrine, heart-searching experience and practical wisdom throughout all his works." By Ted Cortez Publishing
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