Evaluation
Overall Score: 8.9/10
A well crafted book that aims to serve pastors and thoughtful readers. It offers real help, though you may want a more specialised work for deeper detail.
Summary
At a Glance
- Length
- 256 pages
- Type
- Devotional
- Theo. Perspective
- Reformed
- Overall score
- 8.9 / 10
We do not outgrow the need to see Christ clearly, especially in His heart toward sinners.
Thomas Goodwin opens the riches of the gospel by showing what it means that the risen Lord is a merciful and faithful High Priest.
Why Should We Read This Resource?
Goodwin’s strength is his ability to unite careful doctrine with deep spiritual consolation. He argues from Scripture, then patiently applies it to anxious consciences that struggle to believe Christ is willing to receive them.
He is also bracing. Comfort is never offered as permission to drift. Instead, assurance is used to strengthen repentance, prayer, and perseverance.
For pastors, this book is a treasury for preaching Christ, and for counselling those who feel disqualified by their sin or bruised by their weakness.
Closing Recommendation
We commend it warmly as one of the most nourishing Puritan works for gospel preaching and personal faith.
Classification
- Level: Mid-level
- Best For: Advanced students / scholars, Busy pastors, General readers, Lay readers / small groups, Pastors-in-training
- Priority: Top choice
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