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Manton was a covenanted English Presbyterian (he swore the Solemn League and Covenant). He was also chosen to write the 'Epistle to the Reader' in the Westminster Confession of Faith (which speaks volumes as to his credibility among the preachers and scholars of his day). Sermons like this show us the great depth of the knowledge that was prevalent during the covenanting period, not only in Scotland, but in England also. ************************************ CHARLES HADDON SPURGEON ON READING 'As the apostle says to Timothy, so also he says to everyone, 'Give yourself to reading.' He who will not use the thoughts of other men's brains proves that he has no brains of his own. You need to read. Renounce as much as you will all light literature, but study as much as possible sound theological works, especially the Puritanic writers, and expositions of the Bible. The best way for you to spend your leisure is to be either reading or praying.' For a huge online selection of free & discounted Reformation resources (Calvinism & Calvinistic works, Puritanism, Reformed Baptist, Presbyterian, Covenanter, Christian history, etc.), books, MP3s, CDs, DVDs, debates, articles, etc., please visit the links below at swrb.com. + Rare Reformation Bibles: KJV, Geneva, English Hexapla, etc. http://www.swrb.com/bibles/bibles.htm + A-Z Author Listing http://www.swrb.com/pcopy/photoc.htm Or visit SWRB's home page at the 'Outside Web Link' below.

Many popular misconceptions surround Romans 8:28: 'And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose' -- and Manton explodes them all in classic Puritan style. He shows that sin does not do good as sin, but as it is repented of. He gives many reasons why the word 'all' in Romans 8:28 must be limited by the analogy of faith (as Calvinists rightly limit the word 'all' in regard to soteriology when it is warranted -- or as when a conductor shouts 'all aboard,' but only lets those who have tickets on the train). Furthermore, Manton deals with the misuse of providence and shows why suffering is good for those who are soft-hearted (or who are softened by it); but he also notes how suffering can be a curse to those who harden their hearts in such situations. He speaks of pleasure as 'the great sorcerer enchanting mankind' and shows why God gives some over to their lusts. At one point he counters the reprobate's view of the problem of evil, answering the question 'If there is an all-powerful God how is there evil?' with 'If there is no God how is there good?' There is much to ponder and meditate upon in these notably outstanding and practical sermons taken from Manton's Works (Sermon 37). Manton's preaching always has much which all the lovers of the Lord Jesus Christ will find very heartening and encouraging. For other materials by Thomas Manton, please visit the 'Outside Web Link' below.

Many popular misconceptions surround Romans 8:28: 'And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose' -- and Manton explodes them all in classic Puritan style. He shows that sin does not do good as sin, but as it is repented of. He gives many reasons why the word 'all' in Romans 8:28 must be limited by the analogy of faith (as Calvinists rightly limit the word 'all' in regard to soteriology when it is warranted -- or as when a conductor shouts 'all aboard,' but only lets those who have tickets on the train). Furthermore, Manton deals with the misuse of providence and shows why suffering is good for those who are soft-hearted (or who are softened by it); but he also notes how suffering can be a curse to those who harden their hearts in such situations. He speaks of pleasure as 'the great sorcerer enchanting mankind' and shows why God gives some over to their lusts. At one point he counters the reprobate's view of the problem of evil, answering the question 'If there is an all-powerful God how is there evil?' with 'If there is no God how is there good?' There is much to ponder and meditate upon in these notably outstanding and practical sermons taken from Manton's Works (Sermon 37). Manton's preaching always has much which all the lovers of the Lord Jesus Christ will find very heartening and encouraging. For other materials by Thomas Manton, please visit the 'Outside Web Link' below.

CHARLES HADDON SPURGEON ON READING 'As the apostle says to Timothy, so also he says to everyone, 'Give yourself to reading.' He who will not use the thoughts of other men's brains proves that he has no brains of his own. You need to read. Renounce as much as you will all light literature, but study as much as possible sound theological works, especially the Puritanic writers, and expositions of the Bible. The best way for you to spend your leisure is to be either reading or praying.' For a huge online selection of free & discounted Reformation resources (Calvinism & Calvinistic works, Puritanism, Reformed Baptist, Presbyterian, Covenanter, Christian history, etc.), books, MP3s, CDs, DVDs, debates, articles, etc., please visit the links below at swrb.com. + Rare Reformation Bibles: KJV, Geneva, English Hexapla, etc. http://www.swrb.com/bibles/bibles.htm + A-Z Author Listing http://www.swrb.com/pcopy/photoc.htm + Reformation CDs http://www.swrb.com/Puritan/reformation-bookshelf-CDs.htm + Free Puritan Books & MP3s http://www.swrb.com/newslett/newslett.htm + Music & Psalters http://www.swrb.com/music/psalm.htm + Reformed Children's Books http://www.swrb.com/links/children.htm + Super Sales http://www.swrb.com/puritan-books.htm + Videos: Creation, Home School, etc. http://www.swrb.com/music/videos.htm + Newsletters http://www.swrb.com/newbooks/newsletr.htm Or visit SWRB's home page at the 'Outside Web Link' below.