In this book, Thomas Boston (1676-1732) challenges us to consider God’s hand in the trials (the crook) appointed to us in our lot in life. Watson encourages us to maintain humility, patience, and faith that God will lift us up. The Crook in the Lot is divided into three parts which were originally the contents of several sermons preached by Boston. Each part is an extended exposition of a different verse: 1. Faith in Suffering: “Consider the work of God: who can make straight what he has made crooked?” (Ecclesiastes 7:13) 2. Humility in Suffering: “Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.” (Proverbs 16:19, KJV) 3. The End of Suffering: “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you.” (1 Peter 5:6) This edition includes: Complete and carefully updated text. Modern English sentence structure. Modern English vocabulary. Updated organization and headings. English Standard Version (ESV) scripture references. Hundreds of scripture quotations in footnotes. Active table of contents.

Is it possible to be content when life is painful and disappointing? The Art of Divine Contentment considers the implications of the Apostle Paul's claim that he had learned to be content in any situation (Phil 4:11). Our discontent is sinful when we murmur against God and accuse Him of injustice or cruelty. But by frequently beholding God's sovereignty, love, and grace, we can learn to be more content in all circumstances. Thomas Watson (1620-1686) was an English Puritan preacher and author. Watson originally published The Art of Divine Contentment around 1660. The source text for this edition is from an 1829 printing by L. B. Seeley and Sons in London. This book is a complete sentence-by-sentence modern update of Watson’s original text. Updates include: New descriptive chapter and section headings. Modern English sentence structure. Modern English vocabulary. Added paragraph breaks for topic transitions. English Standard Version (ESV) scripture references. Full scripture quotations and annotations in footnotes. Active table of contents.

How can we guard ourselves against becoming trapped and overcome by our besetting temptations? John Owen (1616-1683) shows how watching and praying before entering into temptation is key. Jesus gave this command to the disciples on the night he was betrayed (Matt 26:14). This book provides practical suggestions for this work, but it also emphasizes our utter dependence on God and the power of the gospel to keep us from the "hour of temptation." This book was originally published in 1658 as Of Temptation: The Nature and Power of it, The Danger of entering into it, and The Means of preventing that Danger with A Resolution of sundry Cases thereunto belonging. This edition attempts to make Owen's writing more accessible to modern readers. It includes the following updates: Complete and carefully updated text. Sentence-level rewriting and rewording for clarity. Modern English sentence structure. Modern English vocabulary. Updated organization and headings. English Standard Version (ESV) scripture references. Scripture quotations in footnotes. Active table of contents.

This book focuses on the symptoms of psychosis. This medical issue is oftentimes present in the "big three" of severe mental illnesses. After Psychosis addresses common misconceptions and common complaints from sufferers, and it delves into biblical solutions for their accompanying spiritual struggles. It is meant to come alongside both those suffering and those who are indirectly affected by these illnesses. Because it is a book focused on the spiritual struggles of those suffering, its primary content centers on the Bible and how it addresses such issues as not believing the best about others, suspicion, rash judgement, pride, and more. However, medication and a medical exam are a required first in these severe cases, but biblical guidance is also critical in addressing these issues of the heart with significant spiritual help. Psychologists and psychiatrists often cite the benefits of spiritual guidance to those suffering. This book examines the claims of neurobiologists to that effect, but it also addresses myths surrounding demon possession, as well as myths regarding certain cultural claims as to causes of severe mental illnesses. The goal is to find our satisfaction in trusting God rather than only relying on the very real benefits of modern medicine alone.

Witness the inception of a hero unlike any you’ve met before: the stalwart Supinator! He proves with every punch he’s a man who cares, a man who dares great deeds saner men don’t deign to do. Once a mild-mannered veterinarian, Tom Charger’s life is altered by a crippling (and highly unusual) disability. His new choice of career shakes society. Joined by a stranded Chinese tourist, The Supinator sets out to right injustice and protect the weak on the dangerous streets of downtown DC. The world is about to witness the madness of a modern knight errant. But will that madness prove to be a miracle? As smaller crimes roll into a more terrible plot than anyone suspected, DC just might realize it sorely needs just such a hero! (#3 in the Tangled Eons, but also a completely stand-alone story)

In this book, Thomas Boston (1676-1732) challenges us to consider God's hand in the trials (the crook) appointed to us in our lot in life. Watson encourages us to maintain humility, patience, and faith that God will lift us up. The Crook in the Lot is divided into three parts which were originally the contents of several sermons preached by Boston. Each part is an extended exposition of a different verse: 1.Faith in Suffering: "Consider the work of God: who can make straight what he has made crooked?" (Ecclesiastes 7:13) 2. Humility in Suffering: "Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud." (Proverbs 16:19, KJV) 3. The End of Suffering: "Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you." (1 Peter 5:6) This edition includes: Complete and carefully updated text. Modern English sentence structure. Modern English vocabulary. Updated organization and headings. English Standard Version (ESV) scripture references. Hundreds of scripture quotations in footnotes. Active table of contents.

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