The Marrow of Modern Divinity

An intriguing book, quite unlike any other The Marrow of Modern
Divinity defies pigeonholing. It was written in the 1600s by an author of
whom we know little, yet it proved to be a critically important and
controversial theological text.
Penned as dialogue between a minister
(Evangelista), a young Christian (Neophytus), a legalist(Nomista) who believes
Christianity is a set of rules to be obeyed and Antinomista who thinks it's
okay to sin because God will forgive him anyway, it makes for a wonderfully
insightful book that remains tremendously relevant for our world
today.This newly laid out and eagerly awaited edition includes
explanatory notes by the famous puritan Thomas Boston, an Introduction by
Philip Ryken and an historical Introduction by William Vandoodewaard.'Both legalism and antinomianism are perennial dangers
for the church and for individual Christians. When we begin to think of the
Christian life primarily as a list of 'dos' and 'don'ts,' we are under the sway
of legalism. When we begin to think that it is okay for us to go ahead and sin,
because God will forgive us anyway, we are feeling the temptation of
antinomianism.
The Marrow of Modern Divinity proclaims a gospel
that can rescue us from both of these dangers. Filled with quotations from the
great reformer Martin Luther and from the worthy Puritans, The Marrow
emphasizes biblical, evangelical doctrines such as the sovereignty of God in
the covenant of grace, the free offer of the gospel, assurance in Christ as the
essence of faith, and sanctification by grace rather than by the law. Thomas
Boston loved these grace-filled doctrines and discovered that they strengthened
his hold on the precious gospel that he lived and preached.' - Philip G.
Ryken'Anyone who comes to grips with the issues
raised in The Marrow of Modern Divinity will almost certainly grow by leaps and
bounds in understanding three things: the grace of God, the Christian life, and
the very nature of the gospel itself. I personally owe it a huge debt. Despite
their mild-mannered appearance, these pages contain a powerful piece of
propaganda. Read them with great care!' - Sinclair B. FergusonVertaald als: Het merg van het Evangelie.Recommended € 29,90