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The Vanity of Thoughts (Puritan Treasures for Today) - Softcover
Book 15 of 17: Puritan Treasures for Today
Synopsis
How long shall thy vain thoughts lodge within thee?
—Jeremiah 4:14
The heart is like a boardinghouse where we welcome and entertain many ideas like guests. In The Vanity of Thoughts, Thomas Goodwin helps us consider our native tendency to harbor frivolous and sinful mental companions. And having identified the severity of our condition, Goodwin encourages us to humbly and mindfully perform some much-needed housekeeping. He also provides remedies against these unprofitable inhabitants. We live in an age of information and a culture of entertainment. Here is a timely reminder about the vital importance of our thought life with a call to bring every thought captive to the lordship of Jesus Christ.
Contents
Preface
Introduction
- The Nature of Thoughts
- The Meaning of Vanity
- Reluctance toward Good Thoughts
- Evil Thoughts
- Sinful Imaginations
- Practical Uses
- Remedies against Vain Thoughts
Appendix: How Thoughts Reveal Our Hearts
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About the Author
Thomas Goodwin (1600–1680) received his theological training at Cambridge University and held the presidency of Magdalen College at Oxford University. He acted as a commissioner to the Westminster Assembly and was also a prominent member of the Savoy Assembly of Congregational Elders and Messengers. He faithfully served as pastor to the Fetter Lane Independent Church in London until his death.
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