A Christian Directory

by Richard Baxter

A Christian Directory is a four-volume theological work by English Puritan church leader and theologian Richard Baxter. The work presents a sum of practical theology and cases of conscience and it provides broad instructions for utilizing the Scripture to various aspects of life. The work is divided in four volumes, each covering different aspect of Christianity and providing thoughtful advises on a wide range of topics. Part 1: Christian Ethics (Private Duties) Part 2: Christian Economics (Family Duties) Part 3: Christian Ecclesiastics (Church Duties) Part 4: Christian Politics (Duties to Our Rulers and Neighbors)

Genres: Theology, Christian, Counselling, Christian Living, Reference, Christianity, Nonfiction

591 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Richard Baxter (1615-1691) was an English Puritan church leader, poet, hymn-writer, theologian, and controversialist. Dean Stanley called him "the chief of English Protestant Schoolmen". After some false starts, he made his reputation by his ministry at Kidderminster, and at around the same time began a long and prolific career as theological writer. After the Restoration he refused preferment, while retaining a non-separatist presbyterian approach, and became one of the most influential leaders of the nonconformists, spending time in prison.

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Reviews

[Joe Marlin]

honestly most of what is helpful in the modern christian counseling movement today is found here, and more.

[Stephen Drew]

“A Puritan case manual” for counseling according to Tim Keller

[Jeff McCormack · Rating 3 out of 5]

When I first purchased this massive volume, I used to sit for hours just reading the super small print containing the many answers Baxter gave to situations. While I can't obviously endorse all of his responses, I was thoroughly amazed at the types of issues he addressed, and their direct application to even our modern times. I still, to this day use this volume as a reference point on almost any question. Great stuff!

[Justin Andrusk · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thought this book is very well suited primarily for:

* Growth in personal piety.

* As a good reference for counciling both believers and non-believers alike.

* Very good at going after the conscience.

* Some of it is not applicable due to the context of the time period for which it was written.

[Mardi Barker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great go to book if you have a question about what to do regarding personal struggles with sins or the sins of others. It is a huge book filled with great thoughtful advise on a wide range of topics. Even though it was written hundreds of years ago, it is very practical and applicable.

[Al · Rating 3 out of 5]

I constantly dip into this, as it has so much to say about all aspects of Christian Life.

[Daniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible!