Edwards on the Christian Life: Alive to the Beauty of God by Stephen J. Nichols

Description: Edwards on the Christian Life by Stephen J. Nichols, Justin Taylor, George M. Marsden, Dane Ortlund Offering readers an accessible portrait of Jonathan Edwardss life and theology, this book highlights the central role of beauty in his understanding of the Christian life. Part of the Theologians on the Christian Life series. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Offering readers an accessible portrait of Jonathan Edwardss life and theology, this book highlights the central role of beauty in his understanding of the Christian life. Part of the Theologians on the Christian Life series. Author Biography Dane C. Ortlund (PhD, Wheaton College) is the executive vice president of Bible publishing and Bible publisher at Crossway. He serves as an editor for the Knowing the Bible series and the Short Studies in Biblical Theology series, and is the author of several books, including Edwards on the Christian Life. He lives with his wife, Stacey, and their five children in Wheaton, Illinois. Stephen J. Nichols (PhD, Westminster Theological Seminary) serves as the president of Reformation Bible College and chief academic officer of Ligonier Ministries. He is an editor of the Theologians on the Christian Life series and also hosts the weekly podcast 5 Minutes in Church History. Justin Taylor (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the executive vice president of book publishing and book publisher at Crossway. He has edited and contributed to several books including A God-Entranced Vision of All Things and Reclaiming the Center, and he blogs at Between Two Worlds-hosted by the Gospel Coalition. Promotional "In his theological concern for the beautiful and the beauty of God, Jonathan Edwards stands at the end of a long theological tradition that reaches back to Augustine and beyond, even to the Scriptures themselves. In the last two centuries, however, this area of theological inquiry seems to have dropped off the radar for Christian theologians and practitioners, which may explain why students of Edwardss corpus of writings have not tackled the subject. Ortlunds study nicely fills this lacuna, for he rightly shows, from a multitude of angles, that beauty is the fulcrum of Edwardss thinking. A joy to read and to ponder!" -Michael A. G. Haykin, professor of church history and biblical spirituality, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary "Jonathan Edwards is widely known as a hellfire-and-brimstone preacher. Serious students, like Dane Ortlund, have long known he was much more. In this book Ortlund puts his careful research to good purpose as he demonstrates convincingly that the center of Edwardss concern was always and supremely beauty-in God, from God, and for God. Grateful readers will find this book highly informative on Edwards and deeply encouraging for the Christian life today." -Mark A. Noll, Francis A. McAnaney Professor of History, University of Notre Dame; editor, Protestantism after 500 Years "No one has taught me more about the dynamics of Christian living than has Jonathan Edwards. And no one has more clearly articulated the role of beauty in Edwardss understanding of the Christian life than has Dane Ortlund. If youre unfamiliar with Edwards, or if you wonder how beauty could possibly have any lasting effect in your growth as a Christian, this book is for you." -Sam Storms, Lead Pastor for Preaching and Vision, Bridgeway Church, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma "What a delight to see a book on Edwardss conception of the Christian life. And how beautiful it is that it depicts the Christian life as ordered by and to the beauty of God. This book will help strengthen the fertilization of todays churches by Edwardss vision of Gods triune beauty." -Gerald R. McDermott, Jordan-Trexler Professor of Religion, Roanoke College; co-author, The Theology of Jonathan Edwards "The supreme value of reading Edwards is that we are ushered into a universe brimming with beauty, writes Ortlund. I couldnt agree more. And one would be hard-pressed to find a more engaging introduction to this universe for the church. Even the final chapter, on ways in which we should not follow Edwards, offers crucial Christian wisdom. Ortlunds criticisms of Edwards hit the mark-and deserve consideration by Edwardss growing number of fans. I plan to use them with my seminary students in years to come. Please peruse this beautiful book. Its good for the soul." -Douglas A. Sweeney, Professor of Church History, Director of the Jonathan Edwards Center, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School "Edwards is profound, and this book breaks down the complexity into manageable portions around the theme of beauty, thus engaging readers in a fresh vision of the importance of Edwardss theology to contemporary living." -Josh Moody, Senior Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois; author, Journey to Joy: The Psalms of Ascent Long Description 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 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. 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 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, 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 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 lectures--works 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. Bavincks 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 theologians life and work to bear on following Jesus in the 21st century. By practically applying Bavincks 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 Owens life, ministry, and historical context, Michael Haykin and Matthew Barrett introduce readers to the pillars of Owens 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. Details ISBN143353505X Short Title EDWARDS ON THE CHRISTIAN LIFE Series Theologians on the Christian Life Language English ISBN-10 143353505X ISBN-13 9781433535055 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2014 Publisher Crossway Books DEWEY 248.4 Publication Date 2014-08-31 Subtitle Alive to the Beauty of God UK Release Date 2014-08-31 Imprint Crossway Books Place of Publication Wheaton, IL Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2014-08-31 NZ Release Date 2014-08-31 US Release Date 2014-08-31 Author Dane Ortlund Pages 208 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161647874;

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