Short Life of Jonathan Edwards

I've read Marsden's excellent full-length work and was thinking that this was just going to be a condensed version. I was pleasantly surprised that it is, and it isn't. Marsden basically asks the question "why is Jonathan Edwards important to America and to Christians" and proceeds to answer why. He......more

Leitura cativante. O autor consegue condensar num texto agradável os muitos aspectos importantes da vida e ministério de Jonathan Edwards, além de sua influência sobre a história americana em geral. A frequente menção a Benjamin Franklin constitui um recurso interessante para contrastar o pensamento......more

I was oddly encouraged by Edwards’ discouragements. Here’s what I mean… Edwards was (still is) a theological and pastoral giant. He seems untouchable. Yet, in this up close biography from Marsden, we encounter the human Jonathan Edwards…one who made clear mistakes in handling congregational issues a......more

To echo the praise of Tim Keller, this book is a masterpiece. The author has mastered his subject: you'll learn not only about Jonathan's life, but also the cultural and historical background necessary to appreciate and critique the man. It's not a hagiography, but does what all the best biographies......more

I thoroughly enjoyed this short look at the life of Jonathan Edwards. I now, Lord willing, will be spending many years to come learning and knowing more of this great man of God. Highly recommend.......more