Evaluation
Overall Score: 8.6/10
Sweet gospel comfort that draws sinners to Christ without diminishing holiness.
Summary
At a Glance
- Length
- 184 pages
- Type
- Devotional
- Theo. Perspective
- Reformed
- Overall score
- 8.6 / 10
- Strength
- Models a warm, Christ exalting pastoral tone that strengthens preaching and counselling.
- Limitation
- Some will prefer a more linear structure, it reads like gathered sermons.
We meet Sibbes at his best. He draws weary believers to Christ as the generous host of grace.
We find the tone warmly invitational, yet never casual about sin, and never shallow about holiness.
Why Should We Read This Resource?
We are helped by the way free grace and serious godliness are held together. The gospel comforts, then the gospel transforms, with no rivalry between them.
We also value how readily this feeds preaching and pastoral counsel, especially when we need to hold out the tenderness of Christ without losing His majesty.
We should read it when we need renewed confidence that mercy is not rationed to penitent sinners.
Closing Recommendation
We warmly commend it for pastors, elders, and any believer who needs steady assurance that the gospel really is good news.
Classification
- Level: Mid-level
- Best For: Busy pastors, General readers
- Priority: Top choice
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