Evaluation
Overall Score: 8.1/10
Wise, Scripture shaped counsel for resisting temptation with sobriety and hope.
Summary
At a Glance
- Length
- 256 pages
- Type
- Devotional
- Theo. Perspective
- Reformed
- Overall score
- 8.1 / 10
- Strength
- Highly practical for pastoral counsel and personal holiness in the fight against sin.
- Limitation
- Its many points can feel dense, so it works well as a reference read over time.
In Precious Remedies Against Satan’s Devices, Thomas Brooks helps us recognise the patterns of temptation, and then applies Scripture with pastoral wisdom to resist the enemy’s schemes.
We are not encouraged toward fear. We are trained toward watchfulness, humility, and confidence in the Lord’s keeping power.
Why Should We Read This Resource?
We should read this when we want wiser pastoral instincts about sin’s usual pathways. Brooks observes the heart carefully and offers concrete counsels that expose self deception.
It is also helpful for preaching, because it gives language for the conflict of the Christian life that is realistic and hopeful. We are taught to fight with truth, repentance, and faith, rather than with vague resolve.
For shepherding, it equips us to help believers who are stuck, weary, or ashamed, by bringing them back to Christ with clarity.
Closing Recommendation
We recommend Precious Remedies Against Satan’s Devices as a dependable guide for personal holiness and pastoral counsel. It is best used with open Bible, asking the Lord for sober mindedness and courage.
Classification
- Level: Mid-level
- Best For: Busy pastors
- Priority: Strong recommendation
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