Owen on the Christian Life: Living for the Glory of God in Christ (Theologians on the Christian Life)
Overview
John Owen is widely regarded as one of the most influential English Puritans. As a pastor, he longed to see the glory of Christ take root in people’s lives. As a writer, he continues to encourage us toward discipline and communion with God. His high view of God and deep theological convictions flowed naturally into practical application and a zeal for personal holiness. In Owen on the Christian Life, Matthew Barrett and Michael Haykin guide us through the seventeenth century theologian’s life and doctrine, giving us a glimpse into the majestic vision that served as the foundation for his approach to the Christian life—the glory of God in Christ.
Top Highlights
“In order for this communion between the Father and the redeemed sinner to be complete, there must be an appropriate and proper response from the believer. Owen observes that there are two requirements: (1) that believers receive the love of the Father; (2) that they make suitable returns unto the Father.” (Page 61)
“All three persons of the Trinity work together to accomplish salvation, and no one person works by himself, apart from the other two.” (Page 58)
“Yes, communion existed under the old covenant, but there was no ‘boldness and confidence in that communion” (Page 56)
“It follows, second, that the Father’s love for us is antecedent, but our love is consequent.” (Page 64)
“To the contrary, because we are clothed in the righteousness of Christ, we must run to him!” (Page 61)