By Stephen Charnock.
Discourses on the Existence and Attributes of God.
Volume 2.
By Stephen Charnock.
Stephen Charnock
(1628–27 July 1680), Puritan divine, was an English Puritan Presbyterian clergyman
born at the St Katherine Cree parish of London.
About his book: Discourses on the Existence and Attributes of God:
Stephen Charnock’s book “Discourses on the Existence and Attributes of God” is one of his most famous works, and it remains a classic of Christian theology. In this book, Charnock sets out to provide a comprehensive and systematic treatment of the nature and attributes of God, based on the teaching of Scripture and the writings of the church fathers.
The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the existence of God, and Charnock argues that the existence of God can be known through both reason and revelation. He explores various arguments for the existence of God, including the cosmological argument, the teleological argument, and the moral argument.
Volume 2:
The second part of the book focuses on the attributes of God, and Charnock examines each of the traditional divine attributes in turn, including God’s unity, eternity, immutability, omnipotence, omniscience, and goodness. He also discusses the Trinity, the nature of God’s providence, and the relationship between God and creation.
One of the most striking features of Charnock’s writing is his emphasis on the majesty and glory of God. He argues that God is infinitely above and beyond human understanding, and that our knowledge of him is necessarily limited. However, he also stresses that our knowledge of God is not merely theoretical or academic, but has practical implications for how we live our lives and relate to the world around us.
“The Existence and Attributes of God” is a profound and challenging work that has had a profound influence on Christian theology and spirituality. It remains a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the nature and character of God.
Contents of volume 2:
DISCOURSE X – ON THE POWER OF GOD
JOB 26:14.—Lo! these are parts of his ways: but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power who can understand?
DISCOURSE XI – ON THE HOLINESS OF GOD
EXODUS 15:11.—Who is like unto thee, O Lord, among the gods? Who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders?
DISCOURSE XII – ON THE GOODNESS OF GOD
MARK 10:18.—And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? There is none good but one , that is, God.
DISCOURSE XIII – ON GOD’S DOMINION
PSALM 103:19.—The Lord hath prepared his throne in the heavens: and his kingdom ruleth over all.
DISCOURSE XIV – ON GOD’S PATIENCE
NAHUM 1:3.—The Lord is slow to anger and great in power, and will not at all acquit the wicked: the Lord hath his way in the whirlwind and in the storm, and the clouds are the dust of his feet.
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