By Joseph Charles Philpot.
Meditations on the sacred humanity of the blessed Redeemer.
By Joseph Charles Philpot.
About Joseph Charles Philpot:
Joseph Charles Philpot (1802-1869) was a prominent English Calvinist preacher and writer during the 19th century. He was born in England and trained as a lawyer, but after experiencing a religious conversion, he entered the ministry and became a pastor of the Strict Baptist Church.
About the book: Meditations on the sacred humanity of the blessed redeemer:
“Meditations on the Sacred Humanity of the Blessed Redeemer” is one of Joseph Charles Philpot’s most well-known works. Published in 1852, the book consists of a series of devotional meditations on various aspects of the humanity of Jesus Christ, as described in the New Testament.
The book is structured around a number of key themes, including Christ’s birth and infancy, his childhood and youth, his public ministry, his suffering and death, and his resurrection and ascension. Philpot uses these themes as a framework for exploring the depths of Christ’s humanity and the significance of his life and ministry for believers.
Throughout the book, Philpot emphasizes the importance of recognizing Christ’s humanity as an essential aspect of his work as a redeemer. He argues that by taking on human flesh and living among us, Christ was able to fully identify with our human experience, and through his suffering and death, he was able to provide a complete and perfect atonement for our sins.
Philpot’s writing style is characterized by its deep spirituality and its emphasis on the sovereignty of God and the grace of Christ. His meditations on the humanity of Christ are intended to inspire readers to a deeper appreciation of the person and work of the Savior, and to encourage them in their own spiritual journey.
CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 – THE KNOWLEDGE OF CHRIST
CHAPTER 2 – THE NATURE OF THE REDEEMER’S HUMANITY
CHAPTER 3 – THE REDEEMER’S HUMILIATION
CHAPTER 4 – THE DEATH OF THE CROSS
CHAPTER 5 – THE EFFECTS OF THE REDEEMER’S SUFFERINGS AND DEATH
CHAPTER 6 – THE BURIAL
CHAPTER 7 – THE UNION AND COMMUNION WITH CHRIST
CHAPTER 8 – THE RESURRECTION
CHAPTER 9 – THE EFFECTS OF THE REDEEMER’S RESURRECTION
CHAPTER 10 – THE ASCENSION
CHAPTER 11 – KING OF KINGS
CHAPTER 12 – A GREAT HIGH PRIEST—His All-Prevailing Intercession
CHAPTER 13 – A GREAT HIGH PRIEST—His Sympathy and Compassion
CHAPTER 14 – A GREAT HIGH PRIEST—Blessing the People
CHAPTER 15 – THE SECOND COMING