Contentment Prosperity And God S Glory

Author : Jeremiah Burroughs
Publisher : Reformation Heritage Books
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2013-04-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781601782335

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Contentment, Prosperity, and God’s Glory by Jeremiah Burroughs Pdf

Why is it difficult to be content when you have so much? On the surface, it seems unnecessary to instruct someone to be content in times of prosperity. However, times of prosperity and abundance provide some of the strongest temptations to pull our hearts away from God. Jeremiah Burroughs was keenly aware that the riches of this world compete for our affections and challenge our contentment in Christ. Originally prepared as an appendix to The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment , this book provides an important conclusion to Burroughs’s sermon series on Philippians 4:11–12: “I have learned in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. Table of Contents: 1. Introduction 2. What Learning to Be Full Means 3. The Difficulty of Learning to Be Full 4. The Necessity of Learning to Be Full 5. The Excellency of Learning to Be Full 6. The Mystery of Learning to Be Full 7. Lessons for Learning to Be Full 8. Increasing the Guilt of Sins of Abundance 9. Applications for Improving Prosperous Conditions 10. Concluding Words on Contentment Series Description Interest in the Puritans continues to grow, but many people find reading these giants of the faith a bit unnerving. This 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.

Author : Jeremiah Burroughs,Rev Terry Kulakowski, Editor
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2015-11-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781618980670

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The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment by Jeremiah Burroughs,Rev Terry Kulakowski, Editor Pdf

'I have learned to be content in whatever state] I am'' (Phil. 4:11) Anyone who lacks true contentment may find it in this book. If not, it will be because that one would not follow the very clear and simple instructions given. The teaching is from the Bible, yet it must be described as unique. Nowhere else will you find such unusual, but Biblically authenticated thoughts: He will teach you that contentment lies in subtraction, not in addition; that the ABC's of Christianity are nothing like what you thought them to be; that there is a mystery of contentment, but that once you have learned the way from Christ's word, you will be able to attain such a depth of contentment as you never before dreamed existed. This is a key book for building up Christian maturity. Christian Contentment, what is it? ''It is a sweet, inward heart thing. It is a work of the Spirit indoors. It is a box of precious ointment, very comforting and useful for troubled hearts in times of troubled conditions.

Author : Jeremiah Burroughs
Publisher : Sovereign Grace Publishers,
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2001-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781878442284

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Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment by Jeremiah Burroughs Pdf

Anyone who lacks true contentment may find it in this book. If not, it will be because that one would not follow the very clear and simple instructions given. The teaching is from the Bible, yet it must be described as unique. Nowhere else will you find such unusual, but Biblically authenticated thoughts: He will teach you that contentment lies in subtraction, not in addition; that the ABC's of Christianity are nothing like what you thought them to be; that there is a mystery of contentment, but that once you have learned the way from Christ's word, you will be able to attain such a depth of contentment as you never before dreamed existed. Book jacket.

Author : Andrew M. Davis
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2019-03-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781493416318

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The Power of Christian Contentment by Andrew M. Davis Pdf

It may surprise modern Christians that our current problems with discontentedness are anything but new. In 1643, Puritan pastor Jeremiah Burroughs wrote a work titled "The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment" that has as much resonance in our day as it did in his. Now pastor and author Andrew M. Davis helps contemporary Christians rediscover the remarkable truths found in this largely forgotten work. With powerful new illustrations and a keen sense of all that makes modern Christians restless, Davis challenges readers to confront the sources of discontent in their lives and embrace Paul's teaching on contentment in all circumstances. He gives special attention to maintaining contentment through poverty and prosperity, as well as in our marriages, and offers tips on teaching children how to be content in an age of smartphones and social media.

Author : Jeremiah Burroughs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1648
Category : Congregational churches
ISBN : UCD:31175035146029

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Gospel-worship, Or, The Right Manner of Sanctifying the Name of God in Generall by Jeremiah Burroughs Pdf

Author : Joel R. Beeke,Brian G. Hedges
Publisher : Reformation Heritage Books
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2020-05-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781601787859

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Thriving in Grace by Joel R. Beeke,Brian G. Hedges Pdf

Using the Puritan writings judiciously, Joel R. Beeke and Brian G. Hedges provide twelve fascinating chapters on how the Puritans help us in a variety of ways, such as shaping our lives by the Scriptures, convicting our consciences of the subtlety and sinfulness of sin, opening for us the beauty and loveliness of Christ, and much more. Let this book transform your daily Christian life and move you to read the Puritan treasures for yourself. Table of Contents: 1. The Puritans Shape Our Lives by the Authoritative Scriptures 2. The Puritans Lift Our Gaze to the Greatness and Glory of Our Triune God 3. The Puritans Convict Our Consciences of the Subtlety and Sinfulness of Sin 4. The Puritans Open Our Eyes to the Beauty and Loveliness of Christ 5. The Puritans Liberate Our Hearts with the Freedom and Power of Grace 6. The Puritans Engage Our Wills in the Practical Pursuit of Holiness 7. The Puritans Equip the Saints in the Battle against the World, the Flesh, and the Devil 8. The Puritans Inspire Our Hearts to Seek God’s Face in Prayer 9. The Puritans Sustain Us in Suffering with the Sovereign Providence of God 10. The Puritans Search Our Souls with Profound Psychological Insight 11. The Puritans Set Our Sights on Eternal Realities 12. The Puritans Fill Us with Sacrificial Zeal for God and His Truth Conclusion: Reading the Puritans

Author : John Piper
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433544293

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When I Don't Desire God by John Piper Pdf

Author : Joel R. Beeke,Glenda Mathes
Publisher : Reformation Heritage Books
Page : 403 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781601786388

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Puritan Heroes by Joel R. Beeke,Glenda Mathes Pdf

Who were the Puritans, and why are they important? What can we learn from them today? The Puritan movement began in England during the sixteenth century and continued all the way into the early eighteenth century. Although the Church of England was formed as a result of the Reformation, the Puritans believed it needed much more reform. Puritan Heroes is a beautifully illustrated book that gives the reader an idea of what the Puritan movement was about and offers a glimpse into the lives of more than twenty of its most well-known leaders (among them William Perkins, Richard Sibbes, Thomas Goodwin, Anne Bradstreet, and Jonathan Edwards). The book concludes with ten important lessons readers can learn from the Puritans and study questions to help them retain these fascinating stories and assist them in applying the lessons to their lives. It also features a bibliography to encourage further study in greater depth, as well as a glossary and timeline to help readers understand historical context. Written for children and young people, it will prove a suitable introduction to the Puritans for adults as well. Table of Contents: 1. Who Were the Puritans? 2. Richard Greenham: Puritan Pioneer 3. William Perkins: Father of Puritanism 4. William Ames: Calvinist and Congregationalist 5. Richard Sibbes: Warm Heart 6. John Cotton: New England Leader 7. Thomas Hooker: Connecticut Founder 8. Jeremiah Burroughs: Gem of Contentment 9. Thomas Goodwin: Swallowed by God’s Love 10. John Eliot: Apostle to the Indians 11. Thomas Shepard: God’s Story 12. Thomas Brooks: Soul Servant 13. Anne Bradstreet: Pilgrim Poet 14. Richard Baxter: God’s Pen 15. John Owen: God’s Navigator 16. Christopher Love: Presbyterian Martyr 17. John Bunyan: Traveler and Prisoner 18. John Flavel: Providence’s Servant 19. John Howe: Living Temple 20. Joseph Alleine: God’s Arrow 21. Matthew Henry: Bible Commentator 22. Jonathan Edwards: In the Hands of a Loving God

Author : Johnny Hunt
Publisher : Harvest House Publishers
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2022-05-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780736981828

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How to Become a More Effective Leader by Johnny Hunt Pdf

The Future Depends on Leaders Like You Leadership is a gift, but it’s also a skill to be sharpened and refined. In this book, author and pastor Johnny Hunt will guide you on a journey of spiritual betterment, prompting you to recognize your talents, examine your faults, and learn from your successes as you become a more dynamic and missional leader. As you read How to Become a More Effective Leader, you’ll adopt the habits, tactics, and attitudes God deems praiseworthy in those whom He has appointed to lead. You’ll learn how to be the kind of leader most needed in today’s world by managing your time with wisdom and efficiency guiding others with humility and grace praying with hope and persistence avoiding temptations and missteps common to leaders empowering those around you to follow in your footsteps In each chapter, you’ll discover new ways to conquer your shortcomings and flourish in your strengths. How to Become a More Effective Leader will prepare you to step into the influential role God has destined for you, giving you confidence to become the leader you were made to be.

Author : Thomas Watson,Jason Roth
Publisher : Christian Classics for the Modern Reader
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2017-12-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Art of Divine Contentment: In Modern English by Thomas Watson,Jason Roth Pdf

Is it possible to be content when life is painful and disappointing? The Art of Divine Contentment considers the implications of the Apostle Paul's claim that he had learned to be content in any situation (Phil 4:11). Our discontent is sinful when we murmur against God and accuse Him of injustice or cruelty. But by frequently beholding God's sovereignty, love, and grace, we can learn to be more content in all circumstances. Thomas Watson (1620-1686) was an English Puritan preacher and author. Watson originally published The Art of Divine Contentment around 1660. The source text for this edition is from an 1829 printing by L. B. Seeley and Sons in London. This book is a complete sentence-by-sentence modern update of Watson’s original text. Updates include: New descriptive chapter and section headings. Modern English sentence structure. Modern English vocabulary. Added paragraph breaks for topic transitions. English Standard Version (ESV) scripture references. Full scripture quotations and annotations in footnotes. Active table of contents.

Author : Jeremiah Burroughs (Puritan Divine.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1840
Category : Electronic
ISBN : NLS:V000281353

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The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment: [Eleven Sermons by Jeremiah Burroughs (Puritan Divine.) Pdf

Author : Benjamin Storey,Jenna Silber Storey
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2021-04-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9780691211121

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Why We Are Restless by Benjamin Storey,Jenna Silber Storey Pdf

"No one seems to be happy with the present. That loathing of the present is understandable. The present moment, in modern life, is hard to love, or even to grasp. For the modern present is a state of constant motion. Perpetual moral, social, and psychic revolution is the price we pay for our unprecedented liberty, equality, and prosperity. Though we rightly prize those great political goods, having our world turned upside down every morning makes us all of us uneasy and some of us miserable. We exacerbate our unease by our failure to recognize it. With our ritual insistence that we are perfectly content to "go with the flow," we deny even the existence of our disquiet. We refuse to see what time it is, and we refuse to see ourselves"--

Author : Dean Inserra
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 133 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021-05-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802499479

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Getting Over Yourself by Dean Inserra Pdf

Is trying to be “the best you” actually ruining you? From “living your best life” to “self-actualizing,” “finding your destiny,” and “waiting on the best to come,” the contemporary messages of the world exhort us to believe that we are promised and entitled the biggest and best life can possibly offer. But is that actually what Jesus promises? Is that even close to the message of the gospel? Getting Over Yourself is a call for Christians to reject these hollow messages of personal prosperity and to return to the humble truths of the gospel. You’ll learn how to identify this insidious, popular theology in culture and churches and examine its devastating effects. And, perhaps most importantly, you’ll learn how to combat it with gospel truth that leads to the abundant life Jesus actually desires for His people. Discover the beauty in losing yourself—and ultimately in gaining Him.

Author : Jeremiah Burroughs
Publisher : EP BOOKS
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1988-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 094646216X

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Learning to Be Happy by Jeremiah Burroughs Pdf

Author : Randy Alcorn
Publisher : Tyndale House Publishers
Page : 575 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781414389394

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Happiness by Randy Alcorn Pdf

Do you ever wonder whether God even cares if we're happy? This world can be so hard, and we aren't promised an easy road. But that's not the whole story. The Bible is filled with verses that prove that ours is a God who not only loves celebrations but also desperately wants his children to experience happiness. Why else would he go to the lengths he did to ensure our eternal happiness in his presence? We know that we will experience unimaginable joy and happiness in heaven, but that doesn't mean we can't also experience joy and happiness here on earth. In Happiness, noted theologian Randy Alcorn (bestselling author of Heaven) dispels centuries of misconceptions about happiness, including downright harmful ideas like the prosperity gospel, and provides indisputable proof that God not only wants us to be happy, he commands it. Randy covers questions like: How can I cultivate happiness in my life? What's the difference between joy and happiness? Can good things become idols that steal our happiness? Is seeking happiness selfish? How can I achieve happiness through gratitude? What does it look like to receive God's grace? The most definitive study on the subject of happiness to date, this book is a paradigm-shifting wake-up call for the church and Christians everywhere.