The Works Of Thomas Goodwin - Softcover

Thomas Goodwin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0461399326 ISBN 13: 9780461399325

Publisher: HardPress, 1862

Synopsis

The Works Of Thomas Goodwin by Thomas Goodwin. This densely argued Puritan theological tract, part of volume VI of The Works Of Thomas Goodwin, centers on the Holy Spirit's work in salvation and on the Trinity as the source and guide of all saving life. Goodwin argues that regeneration is an inward, Spirit-wrought transformation that writes the law on the heart, distinguishes the old covenant from the new, and grounds justification in Christ's righteousness received by faith. The work treats sanctification as a real, internal change—permanent and Spirit-led—described through metaphors of the word as a mould, the engrafted word, and the law written on the heart. It emphasizes the Spirit's work in creation, incarnation, church, and in the individual believer's life. The text outlines a threefold order of conversion backward by conviction of sin, turning to Christ, and faith with sanctification. Biblical exempla such as Job, Paul, and the apostles illustrate humility, longing, and godly love. It argues for habitual grace infused at regeneration and for the Spirit's decisive role in applying Christ's benefits to believers, forming a godly life that glorifies the triune God.

Edition details

• Publisher: HardPress
• Publication date: 1862
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0461399326
• ISBN 13: 9780461399325
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 555