This volume contains Calvin’s treatise on the providence of God—a central component of Calvinism—first published in Geneva in 1558 and translated into English in 1857. In volume 2 of Calvin’s Calvinism, the translator intends to clarify confusion about this aspect of the doctrine of … more
For generations, the terms “Calvinist” and “Calvinism” has been used to bolster arguments and blame opponents. The translator of this volume, Henry Cole, laments the ways Calvin’s theology has been used by those who misunderstand him or, even worse, don’t read him. Cole writes that … more
John Calvin exercised a profound ministry in Europe, and is probably one of the most seminal thinkers ever to have lived. A godly pastor, theologian and preacher, he led his flock by example and worked hard to establish consistent godliness in his city. A prolific writer, his … more
…Calvin’s Commentaries are, in the words of Philip Schaff, one of the few exegetical works that have outlived their generation. Calvin preached and wrote prolifically on the Bible. His commentaries display a rare combination of exegetical insight, pastoral concern, and theological … more
The 8-volume Tracts and Treatises of John Calvin collection helps modern readers understand Calvin’s role in shaping the Reformation and his lasting influence as the key thinker of Reformed theology. These 28 treatises—written by Calvin, his contemporaries, his supporters, and … more
Kuyper’s classic work on Calvinism is derived from the content of his Stone Lectures at Princeton Theological Seminary delivered during the academic year of 1898–1899. The domain of Calvinism, he argues, is broader than narrow confessionalism. Rather, it is a system of principles … more
John Calvin is one of the church’s greatest theologians, and Calvinism one of the Western world’s most influential intellectual movements. Calvin was a theologian, pastor, biblical exegete, and tireless apologist for Reformed Christianity. His theological works, biblical … more
…leadership, integrity issues, and generation gaps. With confidence, the aging apostle passes the torch of faith and exhorts them to be Christ’s representatives on earth. John Calvin’s exploration of the key passages of these three pastoral epistles not only provides historical insight into … more
…people’s obstinacy and the resulting calamities, yet always reminded them of the hope they would find in God’s compassion—and the restoration that would come in their repentance. This commentary began as 193 hour-long classroom lectures, given near the end of Calvin’s life at the rate of … more
Theologian par excellence of the Reformation, John Calvin is best known for his Institutes of the Christian Religion, written as a theological introduction to the Bible and a vindication of Reformation principles. After appearing in several editions beginning in 1536, Calvin's … more
…Christianity. John Calvin notes four theological themes which run through this ancient book and into our hearts and lives today—including our ruinous guilt with its resulting radical alienation from God, and God’s pervasive love which redeems us. Calvin’s ability to discern character and … more
…declarations about Judah’s temporal need for salvation—and every person’s eternal need. Consequently Isaiah, more than any other prophet, foretold the coming of the Messiah and all that would follow. John Calvin delights to point out the numerous passages that were fulfilled during Christ’s … more
The first edition of Calvin’s Institutes appeared in 1536, when Calvin was only twenty six years old. It contains six chapters, and became an instant bestseller. The second edition was published in 1539, and was expanded to seventeen chapters, including new references to the works … more
The present volume chiefly consists of tracts, which, though unquestionably the production of Calvin’s pen, and every way worthy of it, have hitherto been inaccessible to the English reader. They are somewhat miscellaneous in their nature, but, as bearing directly on the leading points … more
…controversialists of Calvin’s age were too prone to indulge. Contents Canons and Decrees of the Council of Trent, with the Antidote Adultero-German Interim, with Calvin’s Refutation The True Method of Reforming the Church and Healing Her Divisions The Sinfulness of Outward Conformity to Romish … more
