EBOOK The Fading of the Flesh and the Flourishing of Faith (Swinnock) - Puritan Treasures for Today

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Swinnock, George

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9781601781444

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Reformation Heritage Books

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eBook

Pages:

190

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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.

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Contents

Psalm 73 in Context
Psalm 73:26 Explained
Man’s Flesh Will Fail Him
The Folly of Living for the Flesh
Be Prepared to Die!
Further Reasons to Be Prepared to Die
How to Be Prepared to Die
Seek to Die Well
God Is Man’s True Happiness
God Alone Is Sufficient for Man’s Soul
God Alone Is Suitable to Man’s Soul
God Alone Is Immortal Like Man’s Soul
The Condition of Distressed Sinners and Saints
The Potion of Sinners and Saints in the World to Come
Is God Your Joy?
Choose God as Your Treasure
Satisfied and Sanctified
Joy in Full and Forever
Take Comfort

Series Description

Interest in the Puritans continues to grow, but many people find reading these giants of the faith a bit unnerving. The Puritan Treasures for Today Series seeks to overcome that barrier by presenting Puritan books that are convenient in size and unintimidating in length. Each book is carefully edited with modern readers in mind, smoothing out difficult language of a bygone era while retaining the meaning of the original authors. Books for the series are thoughtfully selected to provide some of the best counsel on important subjects that people continue to wrestle with today.

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

About the 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.