Through the Year with John Newton: 365 Daily Readings from John Newton, author of Amazing Grace
Ebook
The Christian life of John Newton was remarkable: from a childhood marked by the tragic death of his mother and the estrangement of his father, to a ministry as a hugely influential Anglican cleric.
Known worldwide as the author of Amazing Grace, it would be nonetheless remiss to focus on this one achievement at the expense of the many.
This book seeks to delve into the character and Christian compassion of Newton, taking the reader through daily reflections based upon his works, carrying the spirit of Newton into the modern age.
365 daily readings inspired by the works of John Newton, creator of 'Amazing Grace'.
'Life at sea can be treacherous, challenging, life threatening but also monotonous. Those who serve in the Royal Navy, the Merchant Fleet or as fishermen can be away from family and friends for many months at a time and living in cramped conditions. Living out a good and wholesome life at sea without a solid foundation based on faith can see a person falling for the dangerous currents of the wills and desires of a fallen world.
What we find in the life and writing of John Newton is one who was rescued from the turmoil of life and saved by grace. Newton's conversion proclaims the power of God, "By the grace of God, I am not what I was." Newton can speak to us today of what it means to rely not on our own moods and temperament but on the amazing grace of God who can transform and renew. The imagery that Newton uses of calmness speaks well to those in the maritime world, for there we find assurance that we will not be tossed around by the changing opinions and chances of this world. This through the year collection provides a fascinating collection and insight into the work of John Newton who shows the relevance to people today of a faith that transforms and renews.'
The Venerable Martyn Gough QHC, Chaplain of the Fleet
"What we find in the life and writing of John Newton is one who was rescued from the turmoil of life and saved by grace. Newton’s conversion proclaims the power of God, “By the grace of God, I am not what I was.” Newton can speak to us today of what it means to rely not on our own moods and temperament but on the amazing grace of God who can transform and renew. This Through the Year collection provides a fascinating insight into the work of John Newton, who shows the relevance to people today of a faith that transforms and renews." The Venerable Martyn Gough QHC Chaplain of the Fleet & Archdeacon for the Royal Navy
- Title: Through the Year with John Newton: 365 Daily Readings from John Newton, author of Amazing Grace
- Author: Stephen Poxon
- Publisher: Monarch Books
- Print Publication Date: 2020
- Logos Release Date: 2021
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Ebook
- ISBNs: 9780857219473, 9780857219466, 0857219464, 9780857219671, 0857219677, 0857219472
- Resource ID: LLS:9780857219473
- Resource Type: Monograph
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