Sermons and Tracts from the Civil Wars (1646–1649): Volume 18 (Owen)

Description

Regarded as one of the greatest theologians in history, 17th-century pastor John Owen wrote extensively on holiness, Scripture, the Trinity, missions, and ecclesiology. His classic works—which have inspired Christian thinkers including Charles Spurgeon, J. I. Packer, and John Piper—remain influential, but until now haven’t been offered in an easy-to-read collection.

The Complete Works of John Owen is a 40-volume project that brings together all of Owen’s original theological writing, reformatted for modern readers. Volume 18 includes 5 sermons that Owen delivered at a time of civil war, addressing matters such as providence and toleration. Together they outline his vision for a lasting settlement for both church and state. With extensive introductions by editor Martyn C. Cowan, this volume also includes outlines, footnotes, and other supporting resources.

• Edited and Formatted for Modern Readers: Presents Owen’s original writing, newly typeset with insightful introductions, outlines, text breaks, headings, and footnotes
• Part of the Complete Works of John Owen Project: This collection, which includes material not previously published, will release 40 hardcover volumes over a number of years
• Perfect for Churches and Schools: Written for students, pastors, theologians, and those interested in the sermons of John Owen

Contents

Preface
Editor’s Introduction
Outlines

Chapter 1: A Vision of Unchangeable Free Mercy, in Sending the Means of grace to Undeserved Sinners
Chapter 2: Ebenezer: A Memorial for the Deliverance of Essex, County, and Committee
Chapter 3: A Sermon Preached to the Honorable House of Commons, in Parliament Assembled: On January 31
Chapter 4: Οὐρανῶν Οὐρανία: The Shaking and Translating of Heaven and Earth
Chapter 5: Human Power Defeated

General Index
Scripture Index

Endorsement

“Owen ranks at the top of the classic Reformed writers whose reading of Scripture have most shaped my own faith and practice. He discloses points that I often miss, and he does so in a heart-igniting way that makes truth both enjoyable and edifying. Until now, trudging through the outdated format of Owen’s work has been a daunting task. I am thrilled to see this new edition of his complete works. If you want a faith that is as much for the heart as the mind, then read Owen!”
—Michael Horton, J. Gresham Machen Professor of Systematic Theology and Apologetics, Westminster Seminary California

“John Owen was a preacher, pastor, and profound theologian who plumbed the depths of Scripture to uncover the riches of the wisdom of our triune God. The republication of his works is a blessing to everyone in the church because we can benefit from his God-glorifying labors. Expertly introduced and annotated, this edition of Owen’s works affords new generations of readers the privilege of profiting from the Prince of Puritans.”
—J. V. Fesko, Harriet Barbour Professor of Systematic and Historical Theology, Reformed Theological Seminary

“John Owen is widely recognized as one of the most significant theologians since the Reformation. We have long needed a modern edition of Owen’s works that faithfully presents the original texts of his writings in a user-friendly format. This edition of Owen’s works has done just that and much more. The Complete Works of John Owen is well placed to become the new standard resource for anyone wanting to read Owen.”
—John W. Tweeddale, Academic Dean and Professor of Theology, Reformation Bible College; author, John Owen and Hebrews

About the Editor

Martyn C. Cowan (PhD, University of Cambridge) is a minister of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland who serves as the lecturer in historical theology and vice principal of Union Theological College, Belfast, Northern Ireland. He is the author of John Owen and the Civil War Apocalypse: Preaching, Prophecy and Politics.

About the Author

John Owen (1616–1683) was vice-chancellor of Oxford University and served as adviser and chaplain to Oliver Cromwell. Among the most learned and active of the Puritans in seventeenth-century England, he was accomplished both in doctrine and practical theology.