The Doctrines of the Christian Religion (Boston)

Author:

Boston, Thomas

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SKU:

9798886860269

Publisher:

Reformation Heritage Books

Pages:

Vol. 1: 688 - Vol. 2: 688 - Combined: 1376

Format:

Hardcover w/ Dust Jacket

*Please note this set is also found in Thomas Boston's 12-Volume Works.

Description

The first two volumes in The Complete Works of Thomas Boston comprise what has been called Boston’s Body of Divinity. Boston gives a thoroughly pastoral treatment of the major doctrines of the Christian faith arranged in the form of expositions on the Westminster Shorter Catechism. Complete with an introduction to his life and theology by Joel R. Beeke and Randall J. Pederson, these volumes provide an excellent starting point for those who want to benefit from Boston’s experiential piety.

Endorsement

“In the galaxy of the Scottish church—Ecclesia Scotticana—few if any stars shine more brightly than that of Thomas Boston, pastor and theologian par excellence. Indeed, in an era of celebrity pastors, when numbers of followers or subscribers to social media channels or size of congregation all too easily serve as the false measure of a man’s ministry and the model to imitate, Thomas Boston is like a spiritual polestar to guide us by a better way to a better destiny. Here in The Doctrines of the Christian Religion, we can enjoy Boston’s rich ministry as we study with him the Shorter Catechism. Here is a spiritual treasure trove waiting to be opened.”

—Sinclair B. Ferguson, Chancellor’s Professor of Systematic Theology, Reformed Theological Seminary

About the Author

Thomas Boston (1676–1732) was born in Duns, Scotland, the youngest of seven children. He experienced a spiritual awakened when only eleven years old under the preaching ministry of Henry Erskine, the father of Ebenezer and Ralph Erskine. After an education at Edinburgh University, Boston devoted thirty-three years to gospel ministry—first in the parish of Simprin for seven years and then in Ettrick for the remainder of his life. At the denominational level, Boston took a lead in what became known as the Marrow Controversy (1717–1723), where he sought to correct the legalistic tendency in Scottish preaching by emphasizing God’s free offer of grace and Christ’s meritorious work for the sinner.

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I waited so long

Posted by Jhon E. Chávez on 21st Aug 2024

I want to highly recommend these 2 volumes. I waited for a long time for them to be republish. They are finally here. Buy then, read them and treasure them!
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Priceless Treasure

Posted by Barry Loeber on 24th Jun 2023

My first order from RHB and I was not disappointed. Arrived in excellent condition. And, I live in the UK! I've already commenced these fascinating volumes by Boston. What a privilege to own such priceless treasure! My only negative is that the font is hard to read in places. I only wish that the font could have been the same as the excellent introduction. That said, that is a very small price to pay for the incredible wealth found in these volumes and so many volumes that RHB have produced and continues to produce. Thank you, RHB!
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The Doctrines of the Christian Religion (Boston)

Posted by Andy Schreiber on 7th Jun 2023

I'd love to get the complete set of Boston's works, but when I saw this two-volume set which includes his exposition of the Shorter Catechism, I knew I needed to get it. It does not disappoint - very helpful. If you are looking for a good resource on the Shorter Catechism, or even just for some edifying reading on the essentials of the Reformed faith, I'd highly recommend this set!
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Two Volume Boston Work

Posted by Thomas Riley on 6th Jun 2023

I love Boston and was excited to read it. However, the moment I opened it up the print size and type of font was unbearable. I am getting older and this font and size is incredibly hard to read for long periods. One of the things I like about publishers reprinting old books is they use better fonts and increase the size. I would hope that you address that with further reprints. I love your books, the prices, service. Please consider my comments in light of that.