Jeremiah Burroughs was a prominent 17th-century Puritan minister and author, deeply engaged with theological discourse and spiritual guidance. His writings, often compiled from sermons after his death, demonstrate a profound ability to articulate complex ideas with clarity and conviction. Burroughs advocated for a moderate stance within Puritanism, seeking unity amidst differing viewpoints. His literary legacy lies in his pursuit of reconciliation and his consistent efforts to foster peace among believers.
A thought-provoking sermon on the nature of God and His relationship with mankind. Burroughs explores the concept of divine authority and what it means for believers. He argues that God has given humans the mandate to take up arms in certain circumstances, and uses historical examples to illustrate his point. A fascinating analysis of theology and the role of religion in society.
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Jeremiah Burroughs is worthily reckoned as belonging to the front rank of English puritan preachers. As such he played a prominent part in the Westminster Assembly of divines, but died prematurely before the Assembly's work was concluded. Burrough's writings, some published before and others after his death, were numerous, but The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment is one of the most valuable of them all. Its author was much concerned to promote (1) peace among believers of various 'persuasions' (2) peace and contentment in the hearts of individual believers during what he describes as 'sad and sinking times'. The Rare Jewel concentrates upon this second aim. It is marked by sanity, clarity, aptness of illustration, and warmth of appeal to the heart. 'There is an ark that you may come into, and no men in the world may live such comfortable, cheerful and contented lives as the saints of God'. Burroughs presses his lesson home with all the fervour and cogency of a true and faithful minister of God.
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