Puritan Treasures for Today - The Fading of Flesh and Flourishing of Faith
Book Description
The Puritans frequently talked about dying well. That is something we do not discuss much these days, though we should. In this book, George Swinnock presents modern readers with valuable food for thought as he expounds Psalm 73:26, "My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever." Swinnock combines careful explanation with vivid illustration to reveal the futility of earthly comforts and highlight the inestimable comfort, satisfaction, and joy afforded us in Christ.
Displaying the relevance of the Puritans for today, you will find this sorely neglected and sobering topic an easy, thought-provoking, and compelling read.
Puritan Treasures for Today Series: As people seek a more satisfying and authentic faith, interest in the Puritans continues to grow. This series presents Puritan books that are carefully edited with modern audiences in mind—difficult phrases are smoothed out while the authors' meaning is maintained. These books have been thoughtfully selected to provide some of the best counsel on important subjects that people continue to wrestle with today.
Contents:
1. Psalm 73 in Context
2. Psalm 73:26 Explained
3. Man's Flesh Will Fail Him
4. The Folly of Living for the Flesh
5. Be Prepared to Die!
6. Further Reasons to Be Prepared to Die
7. How to Be Prepared to Die
8. Seek to Die Well
9. God Is Man's True Happiness
10. God Alone Is Sufficient for Man's Soul
11. God Alone Is Suitable to Man's Soul
12. God Alone Is Immortal Like Man's Soul
13. The Condition of Distressed Sinners and Saints
14. The Potion of Sinners and Saints in the World to Come
15. Is God Your Joy?
16. Choose God as Your Treasure
17. Satisfied and Sanctified
18. Joy in Full and Forever
19. Take Comfort
Author
George Swinnock (1627-1673) was an English Puritan, known for his vivid illustrations of biblical truth. His complete works have been reprinted in five volumes by Banner of Truth Trust.
Endorsements
"This wonderful little book, written with charm, simplicity, and clarity by George Swinnock is bound to prove both a delight and a challenge to any Christian who values the riches of the gospel. It is a spiritual gem that deserves to be read and re-read. In addition, its charm, simplicity, and clarity make it a perfect entry point to the writings of the pastoral Puritans. Beautifully edited for the modern reader by Dr. Stephen Yuille, The Fading of the Flesh is a rare spiritual treat."
— Sinclair B. Ferguson
"George Swinnock had the gift of illustration largely developed, as his works prove."
— C. H. Spurgeon
Additional Information
Cover: Softcover
Number of Pages: 170
Publisher: Reformation Heritage Books
Publication Date: 2009