All Things for Good: A Puritan Guide

What if your deepest trials were actually God's greatest gifts?

In All Things for Good, Puritan preacher Thomas Watson unpacks the rich truth of Romans 8:28—“All things work together for good to them that love God.” With warmth, clarity, and powerful biblical insight, Watson assures believers that even suffering, loss, and hardship are not random, but are masterfully used by God for the benefit of His people.

Written in the 17th century but remarkably relevant today, this devotional classic invites you to see God’s hand in every season of life. Watson's writing is rich in Scripture, full of practical wisdom, and deeply pastoral. Whether you're struggling with affliction or seeking to grow in spiritual maturity, this book offers life-giving perspective, comfort, and hope.

Why readers love this book:

• Encourages unwavering trust in God’s providence

• Shows how trials refine, strengthen, and sanctify believers

• Beautifully explains God’s sovereign goodness

• A perfect blend of doctrine and devotion

“Afflictions may be lasting, but not everlasting.” – Thomas Watson

If you desire a stronger faith and deeper peace in the storms of life, this timeless Puritan guide will point you straight to the heart of God.

Thomas Watson ( 1620–1686) was an English, Nonconformist, Puritan preacher and author. He was educated at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, where he was noted for remarkably intense study. In 1646 he commenced a sixteen-year pastorate at St. Stephen's, Walbrook. He showed strong Presbyterian views during the civil war, with, however, an attachment to the king, and in 1651 he was imprisoned briefly with some other ministers for his share in Christopher Love's plot to recall Charles II of England. He was released on 30 June 1652, and was formally reinstated as vicar of St. Stephen's Walbrook. He obtained great fame and popularity as a preacher until the Restoration, when he was ejected for Nonconformity. Notwithstanding the rigor of the acts against dissenters, Watson continued to exercise his ministry privately as he found opportunity. Upon the Declaration of Indulgence in 1672 he obtained a license to preach at the great hall in Crosby House. After preaching there for several years, his health gave way, and he retired to Barnston, Essex, where he died suddenly while praying in secret. He was buried on 28 July 1686.