The Complete Works of Thomas Manton (22 Vols.)

Volume 1

• 536 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1870

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Volume 1 begins with a biographical memoir of Thomas Manton by William Harris, which traces the formative events of Manton’s childhood and education. The remainder of Volume 1 contains a 253-page line-by-line exposition of the Lord’s Prayer, seven sermons on the temptation of Christ, seven sermons on the transfiguration of Christ, and seven sermons on Christ’s eternality.

Volume 2

• 494 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1871

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The second memoir of Thomas Manton, “An Estimate of Manton,” by J. C. Ryle, found at the beginning of Volume 2, offers an introduction to Manton’s theology, along with his relationships with his political and theological contemporaries. This volume also includes ten discourses on morality, perfection, wisdom, saving faith, and other subjects, along with twenty-four sermons.

Volume 3

• 494 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1871

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Volume 3 contains eighteen sermons on 2 Thessalonians 2, in which Manton encourages his listeners to stand firm and prepare—in hope—for the day of the Lord. The second half of Volume 3 contains “A Practical Exposition Upon the Fifty-Third Chapter of Isaiah,” in which he peels back the theological, pastoral, and practical implications of the life and death of the Suffering Servant.

Volume 4

• 481 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co.| 1871

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In addition to his sermons, Manton is perhaps best known for his detailed commentary on the book of James, which he finds “full of useful and practical matter.” He affirms its divine authority, its canonicity, and its catholicity, paying particular attention to Luther’s objections to James. James, more than any other book, shows the church that “faith is not an idle grace.”

Volume 5

• 503 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co.| 1871

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The epistle of Jude speaks against false prophets, pseudo-Christianity, and those speaking against religion in general and Christianity in particular. The political and theological challenges of seventh century England prompted Manton to write his commentary on Jude. This 376-page verse-by-verse commentary outlines the central themes, the historical significance, and the practical application of this important epistle.

Volume 5 concludes with four lengthy sermons on holiness, baptism, salvation, and Scripture.

Volume 6

• 495 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co.| 1872

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Thomas Manton praised the Psalmist for his succinctness, for avoiding obscurity, and for “advancing practical holiness.” Psalm 119, for Manton, captures these attributes better than perhaps any other. Throughout his lifetime, he wrote more than a hundred sermons on Psalm 119. This volume—the first of three on Psalm 119—contains the first fifty-two sermons which explore law, grace, and the Word of God.

Volume 7

• 492 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1872

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Volume 7 continues Manton’s 3-volume work on Psalm 119. These fifty sermons explore at length the notion of delighting in God’s law, the memory of God’s work, and God’s mercy.

Volume 8

• 498 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co.| 1872

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Volume 8 contains Manton’s sermons on Psalm 119:98–141, in which the Psalmist wrestles with the love of the law and the help of God needed to keep it. Manton also explores the themes of justice and mercy.

Volume 9

• 492 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1872

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Volume 9 concludes Manton’s sermons on Psalm 119, with sermons on verses 142 through 176. The second half of this volume is devoted to a detailed exposition of the Parable of the Ten Virgins and the Parable of the Talents.

Volume 10

• 490 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1872

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Volume 10 concludes Manton’s exposition of Matthew 25, with sermons on the contrast Jesus draws between the sheep and the goats. This volume also contains thirty-two sermons on Jesus’ prayer for himself and Jesus’ prayer for his disciples in John 17.

Volume 11

• 493 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1873

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Volume 11 concludes Manton’s exposition of John 17 with thirty sermons on Jesus’ prayer for all believers. The second half of this volume is devoted to a lengthy collection of sermons on Romans 6 and the first part of Romans 8. These sermons explore many key Pauline themes, such as the contrasts between grace and the law, between the flesh and the spirit, and between death in sin and life in Christ.

Volume 12

• 494 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1873

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This volume concludes Manton’s exposition on Romans 8, with thirty-seven sermons devoted to the work of the Holy Spirit, the groaning of creation, and the hope of salvation. The second half of Volume 12 is devoted to a detailed exposition of 2 Corinthians 5.

Volume 13

• 492 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1873

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Volume 13 continues Manton’s exposition of 2 Corinthians 5 with thirty-two sermons, including four sermons on verse four alone. This volume concludes with sermons on Hebrews 5, which explore the means of knowing God through faith, evidence, and understanding.

Volume 14

• 489 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1873

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In Volume 14, Manton continues his series of sermons on Hebrew 6, exploring the role of faith in the lives of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Moses, and Noah. This detailed exposition also defines the riches of Christ and the anticipation of the fulfillment of all things in Christ.

Volume 15

• 499 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1873

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Volume 15 concludes Manton’s exposition of Hebrews 6, with sermons on the faith of the Israelites crossing of the Red Sea, the conquest of Jericho, and the life of Rahab. This volume also includes two treatises—“A Treatise on the Life of Faith” and “A Treatise on Self-Denial”—along with eighteen sermons preached on special occasions, including a sermon preached before Parliament and three sermons on the sacraments.

Volume 16

• 494 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1874

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Volume 16 contains sermons on a variety of subjects and texts, including:

• Twenty-two sermons on Titus 2:11–14
• Four sermons on Hebrew 4:18
• Four sermons on John 14:1
• Two sermons on Luke 12:48
• A sermon on Deuteronomy 32:51
• A sermon on Acts 17:30–31
• Seven sermons on Mark 10:17–27

Volume 17

• 504 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1874

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Volume 17 continues Manton’s collection of sermons on a variety of subjects, including:

• Eight sermons on Mark 10:17–27
• Four sermons on 2 Thessalonians 1:3
• Numerous sermons on texts from Matthew, John, and Romans
• Two sermons on Exodus 4:21
• A sermon on Genesis 3:15
• Ten sermons on Genesis 21:63
• Fourteen other sermons on numerous Old and New Testament texts

Volume 18

• 495 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1874

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Volume 18 contains an array of sermons from nearly every book in the Bible. This collection of sermons covers the law of God, the emptying of Christ, God’s compassion, self-control, as well as numerous other topics.

Volume 19

• 496 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1874

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The first half of Volume 19 is devoted to Manton’s sermons on a variety of difficult texts from the Gospels, Ecclesiastes, Revelation, Leviticus, 1 Corinthians, and 2 Corinthians. This volume concludes with thirty-two sermons on Ephesians 1.

Volume 20

• 512 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1874

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Volume 20 contains sermons on important New Testament texts, including fourteen sermons on Philippians 1, sixteen sermons on 2 Thessalonians 1, eleven sermons from 1 John 2–3, and sermons on Matthew 22:14, Mark 7:37, 2 Corinthians 4:17, and other texts.

Volume 21

• 488 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1874

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In this volume, Manton continues his exploration of Scripture, with dozens of sermons on seven texts:

• Twenty-five sermons from 1 John 3
• Seven sermons on Acts 2
• Four sermons from 1 Peter 1:23
• Seven sermons on Psalm 19
• Five sermons on Psalm 131
• Two sermons from Ezekiel 18:23
• A sermon on Jeremiah 45

Volume 22

• 460 pages
• London: James Nisbet & Co. | 1875

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Volume 22 contains eleven sermons from 2 Samuel, Job, Psalms, Proverbs, and several New Testament texts. The final part of this volume contains the sermon preached by William Bates at Thomas Manton’s funeral, and contains perhaps the most vivid biographical account of Manton’s life and work.

This volume also contains a 200-page subject index for the entire 22-volume collection.