Some Observations On Socinian Arguments - Softcover

James Purves

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0461433494 ISBN 13: 9780461433494

Publisher: HardPress, 2020

Synopsis

Some Observations On Socinian Arguments: To Which Are Added, Some Apparent Causes Of The Progress Of The Socinian Opinions Concerning Christ : With A Collection Of Scripture Evidence Against These Opinions by James Purves. This work is a polemical defense of historic Christian orthodoxy against Socinian (anti-Trinitarian) views. Purves critiques contemporary Socinian writers and presents a structured argument that Jesus Christ existed before the Incarnation and acted as the Creator and sustainer of all things, asserting his pre-eminent mediatory role and universal sovereignty over heaven and earth. The text surveys biblical passages—such as John 1:1–14, Colossians 1:16–17, Micah 5:2, and Hebrews 1:2—to argue for the Logos as a personal, pre-existent being rather than an abstract attribute. It contains detailed examinations of opponents’ positions (e.g., Lindley and Priestley), evaluates “Scripture Evidence” for pre-existence, and defends Christ’s divinity, lordship, and role in creation, preservation, and judgment. The work also discusses the implications for worship and devotion, urging proper recognition of the Father’s unity alongside the Son’s mediatorial authority. It culminates with a compilation of Scriptural testimonies supporting the pre-existence and supremacy of Christ.

Edition details

• Publisher: HardPress
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0461433494
• ISBN 13: 9780461433494
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 182