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    The Religious Affections: How Man's Will Affects His Character Before God

    Written by Jonathan Edwards

    Narrated by Simon Vance

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    The Religious Affections is quite possibly one of the most important books ever written by America's greatest theologian. Among the questions asked is, "What is the nature of true religion?" "What are the signs of a true revival?" and "How is the heart changed?"

    Edwards used his pulpit and his leadership of the Great Awakening to pen one of the most challenging and inquisitive books ever written.

    An EChristian, Inc production.

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    PublisherEChristian, Inc. Audio
    Release dateMar 1, 2007
    ISBN9781596444393
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    The Religious Affections: How Man's Will Affects His Character Before God
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    Jonathan Edwards

    Jonathan Edwards (1703–1758) was a pastor, theologian, and missionary. He is generally considered the greatest American theologian. A prolific writer, Edwards is known for his many sermons, including "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God," and his classic A Treatise Concerning Religious Affections. Edwards was appointed president of the College of New Jersey (later renamed Princeton University) shortly before his death. 

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    • 5/5
      The Religious Affections is probably the most profound analysis of spiritual experience ever written - and by the most brilliant philosopher/theologian to ever come from North America (and possibly the English language).Jonathan Edwards wrote this book after the Great Awakening with which he was closely involved. He wrote as both a friend, defending the authenticity of revivals - and also as a critique, warning against putting trust in things which were not certain signs of genuine Spirit-wrought affections.His treatise takes three parts. In part one he defines his terms and gives twelve reasons why genuine religion (i.e. Christian spirituality - "religion," in Edwards day, did not have the negative connotations that it carries today) consists much in the affections. The affections, for Edwards, are more than mere emotions - they are the strong and lively inclinations of the will, seated in the human heart.Part two discusses twelve things which are not certain signs of true religious affections. These are things which Edwards warned should not be trusted as evidences of grace OR discarded as evidences that the Holy Spirit has NOT worked in a saving way. They are not indicators one way or the other.Part three is the most lenghty and examines twelve things which are signs of a true work of the grace, wrought by God's holy Spirit in the heart. This is where Edwards is at his best - carefully, logically, biblically, and passionately describing the true evidences of regeneration. His analysis is keen, his thoughts clear, his argument orderly, his scholarship extensive, his knowledge of Scripture profuse, and his understanding of the human heart profound.This particular edition - produced by Yale and edited by John Smith - is the best critical edition in print. The introduction and notes on the text are very helpful, as Smith summarizes Edwards' arguments and backgrounds the Puritan writers and their books which Edwards quotes in Religious Affections. This volume also includes Edwards' related correspondence with Thomas Gillespie from Scotland - this being the first time the complete correspondence has been printed in the same volume with the Affections.This is not an easy book to read. Edwards takes getting used to. But it is very worthwhile. I'm currently reading it for the third time and I continue to find it useful. I highly recommend it for pastors and preachers and all Christians who yearn for a personal and corporate work of the Spirit in revival and spiritual awakening.
    • 5/5
      It can be very daunting and intimidating to rite a review on one of Edwards writing even when the review is simply for your own benefit. Edwards name is often mentioned with those of several others as being one of the greatest of theologians and possible the greates English speaking theologian. Whatever his ranking is, it would certainly do me well to learn from this great mind given to us by God. Religious Affections is a wonderful work but it is not a fast easy read. It seemed often that I was only able to take ibn 10 pages at a time. Edwards gives desciption of the affectins belivers have and alos gives reasons why belivers would have these affections and why some non belivers may have affections that appear similar but in fact are quite different. ED wards covers all angles and descibes affections which may occur but do not necessarily indicate a beliving faith in Christ. this is the second time that I have read through Religious Affections, and I imagine it will take me several more reading to pick up the othere points that Edwards makes. Though there remains much for me to grasp, I certainly think this work is worth the effort.
    • 5/5
      Fourteen and a half months later, I have completed my reading of The Religious Affections. I have had a love/hate relationship with Edwards. At times I greatly appreciated his brilliance; at other times I detested his verboseness. All in all, a treasure for the Church. Edwards has encouraged me to search myself and for that I am grateful.Certainly not for the faint of heart. For me at least, hard work was required. At times I had to get away from the book. This was in part due to his extreme repetition; conviction of heart also added to this. Far better men than me have concluded that Edwards is one of the great theologians of the Church. I cannot argue with this.Edwards' reasoning from the Scripture provides a good example for us in how we should approach controversies.
    • 5/5
      This is such a dense examination of the conversion experience and how to evaluate it that many may not find it accessible; however, if you invest the time, it is profitable, especially to those engaged in evangelism.
    • 5/5
      A well written deliberative book, that thoroughly examines, with strong biblical reasoning, the affections that should emminate from a Christian heart&mind. As well as the proofs of correct affection.
    • 4/5
      With overwhelming logic and Scriptural backing, Edwards examines the true evidences of conversion and gives excellent counsel in examining both out own fruit and that of others.
    • 5/5
      James states that "pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God and Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself unstained by the world" (chapter 01, v. 27). Jonathan Edwards, in this well grounded essay, shows the biblical concept about true religion. The Scripture is his object of work. The christians are his audience. His argument gives emphasis in the fruits produced by a christian whose life belongs to Jesus. In order to recognize this, one has to be aware of the false prophets and must not trust in his feelings. "The heart is more deceitful than all else and is desperately sick; who can understand it?" (Jeremias, chapter 17, v. 9) Man has to search and develop the wisdom from above, with "is first pure, than peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hipocrisy" ( James chapter 3, v. 17). The author's exposition definitely suceeds in showing the meaning of true religion.