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A Rich Vision for Christian Living from Great Puritan Leaders
A Quest for Godliness explores the depth and breadth of Puritan spiritual life. Drawing on a lifetime of study, renowned evangelical theologian and church leader J. I. Packer surveys the lives and teachings of great Puritan leaders such as John Owen, Richard Baxter, and Jonathan Edwards. He examines the Puritan view of the Bible, spiritual gifts, the Sabbath, worship, social action, and the family. The Puritans' faith, Packer argues, stands in marked contrast with the superficiality of modern western Christianity.
In a time of failing vision and decaying values, this powerful portrait of the Puritans is a beacon of hope that calls Christians to radical commitment and action, both of which are desperately needed today. Beautifully written, A Quest for Godliness is a moving and challenging exploration of Puritan life and thought.
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"The Puritans can help us today toward the maturity that they knew, and that we need." --J. I. Packer
Committed to hard work, humility, and serious study of Scripture, the Puritans lived out their faith in a way that many now dismiss as antiquated. But in an increasingly fast-paced, materialistic culture, Christ followers today can learn a lot from these spiritual giants of the past.
In A Quest for Godliness, J. I. Packer thoughtfully surveys the life of the Puritans, their influence in church history, and their important virtues that modern-day believers can emulate. Exploring the works of Puritan leaders including John Owen, Richard Baxter, and Jonathan Edwards, Packer uncovers the beauty of their holistic, Christ-centered lifestyle--from vibrant worship, devotion to family, and strong sense of humanity, to their social action, evangelism, and revival. This classic book helps readers appreciate the enduring relevance of Puritan devotion.