Prepared by editors of the distinguished series The Works of Jonathan Edwards, this authoritative anthology includes selected treatises, sermons, and autobiographical material by early America’s greatest theologian and philosopher. "Jonathan Edwards remains unequaled among North American theologians. These selections exemplify his special traits: eloquence, knowledge of the human heart, and metaphysical passion for complex beauty in nature, God, and Being-in-general."—Richard R. Niebuhr, Hollis Professor of Divinity Emeritus, The Divinity School, Harvard University Praise for the earlier edition: "Selections . . . representative of both the public and the private Edwards . . . give readers a nuanced introduction to Edwards and his time as well as an accessible entrée to the whole body of his work."—Booklist "The most comprehensive one-volume Edwards anthology ever assembled."—Gerald R. McDermott, Religious Studies Review

Jonathan Edwards, widely considered America’s most important Christian thinker, was first and foremost a preacher and pastor who guided souls and interpreted religious experiences. His primary tool in achieving these goals was the sermon, out of which grew many of his famous treatises. This selection of Edwards’ sermons recognizes their crucial role in his life and art. The fifteen sermons, four of which have never been published before, reflect a life dedicated to experiencing and understanding spiritual truth. Chosen to represent a typical cycle of Edwards’ preaching, the sermons address a wide range of occasions, situations, and states, corporate as well as personal. The book also contains an introduction that discusses Edwards’ contribution to the sermon as a literary form, places his sermons within their social and cultural contexts, and considers his theological aims as a way of familiarizing the reader with the "order of salvation" as Edwards conceived of it. Together, the sermons and the editors’ introduction offer a rounded picture of Edwards the preacher, the sermon writer, and the pastoral theologian.

Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God Sermons of Jonathan Edwards Jonathan Edwards "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" is a sermon written by British Colonial Christian theologian Jonathan Edwards, preached to his own congregation in Northampton, Massachusetts to unknown effect, and again on July 8, 1741 in Enfield, Connecticut. Like Edwards' other works, it combines vivid imagery of Hell with observations of the world and citations of the scripture. It is Edwards' most famous written work, is a fitting representation of his preaching style, and is widely studied by Christians and historians, providing a glimpse into the theology of the Great Awakening of c. 1730-1755. This is a typical sermon of the Great Awakening, emphasizing the belief that Hell is a real place. Edwards hoped that the imagery and message of his sermon would awaken his audience to the horrific reality that awaited them should they continue without Christ. The underlying point is that God has given humanity a chance to rectify their sins. Edwards says that it is the will of God that keeps wicked men from the depths of Hell. This act of restraint has given humanity a chance to mend their ways and return to Christ.

The work reprinted here is a representative examples of Rev. Jonathan Edwards' incisive logic employed in the work of salvation: his famous Enfield sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" (1741), which awakened many of his hearers to the danger of their unregenerate condition.

Thousands of hearts transformed, daily miracles and revelations, an entire town experiencing insuppressible joy at the mention of Jesus’s name. Do you think it’s impossible? It has happened before and it can happen again. Here, Jonathan Edwards outlines the miraculous events of the Great Awakening. Learn how revival can start in one town and spread like wildfire to an entire country. See how people are convicted of sin and prompted to accept Christ, opening the way for glorious events in their lives. This is not just the history of one revival. It is a powerful account of the Holy Spirit’s working in people’s lives. Is the Holy Spirit calling you to the same sort of revival in your heart? Learn how you can... Find the source of truth spiritual healing Witness the untapped, life-changing power of the Holy Spirit Walk with confidence, assured of your salvation Surrender all your cares and lean on only God’s provision Discern and understand the Spirit’s leading As you grow closer to God, anticipate His surprising work in your life.

The first book in the original first volume of the total works of Edwards he shows his scholarly brilliance in the fields of theology as he tackles many issues that we today still struggle with and debate about in our culture and churches. Issues such as original sin, the meaning of marriage and the sovereignty of God are all subjects covered in just this first book. Come ready to learn about the person of God through the works of Jonathan Edwards!

This book captures many different aspects of Jonathan Edwards through his writings & speeches.