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The Fountain of Life Opened Up
If my pen were both able, and at leisure, to get glory in paper, it
would be but a paper glory when I had gotten it; but if by displaying
(which is the design of these papers) the transcendent excellency of
Jesus Christ, I may win glory to him from you, to whom I humbly offer
them, or from any other into whose hands providence shall cast them,
that will be glory indeed, and an occasion of glorifying God to all
eternity.
would be but a paper glory when I had gotten it; but if by displaying
(which is the design of these papers) the transcendent excellency of
Jesus Christ, I may win glory to him from you, to whom I humbly offer
them, or from any other into whose hands providence shall cast them,
that will be glory indeed, and an occasion of glorifying God to all
eternity.
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First published January 1, 1671
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John Flavel
329 books87 followers"John Flavel (c.1627–1691) was an English Presbyterian clergyman, puritan, and author.
Flavel, the eldest son of the Rev. Richard Flavel, described as 'a painful and eminent minister,' who was incumbent successively of Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, Hasler and Willersey, Gloucestershire (from which last living he was ejected in 1662), was born in or about 1627 at Bromsgrove.
Having received his early education at the schools of the neighbourhood, he entered University College, Oxford, at an early age, and gained a good reputation for talent and diligence.
On 27 April 1650, he was sent by 'the standing committee of Devon' to Diptford, a parish on the Avon, five miles from Totnes, where the minister, Mr. Walplate, had become infirm. On 17 October 1650, after examination and the preaching of a 'trial sermon,' he was ordained Mr. Walplate's assistant by the classis at Salisbury. He continued to minister at Diptford for about six years, succeeding the senior minister when he died, and endearing himself greatly to the people, not only by his earnestness, but by his easy dealings with them in the matter of tithes.
In 1656 he removed to Dartmouth, though the Diptford emoluments were much greater. On the passing of the Act of Uniformity (1662) he was ejected, but continued to preach in private until the Five Mile Act drove him from Dartmouth. He kept as near it, however, as possible, removing to Slapton, five miles off, and there preached twice each Sunday to all who came, among whom were many of his old parishioners. On the granting of the indulgence of 1671 he returned to Dartmouth, and continued to officiate there even after the liberty to do so was withdrawn. In the end he found himself obliged to remove to London, travelling by sea and narrowly escaping shipwreck in a storm, which is said to have ceased in answer to his prayers. Finding that he would be safer at Dartmouth he returned there, and met with his people nightly in his own house, until in 1687, on the relaxation of the penal laws, they built a meeting-house for him. Just before his death he acted as moderator at a meeting of dissenting ministers held at Topsham. He died suddenly of paralysis at Exeter on 26 June 1691, and was buried in Dartmouth churchyard. Wood bitterly comments on the violence of his dissent."
-- Wikipedia
Flavel, the eldest son of the Rev. Richard Flavel, described as 'a painful and eminent minister,' who was incumbent successively of Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, Hasler and Willersey, Gloucestershire (from which last living he was ejected in 1662), was born in or about 1627 at Bromsgrove.
Having received his early education at the schools of the neighbourhood, he entered University College, Oxford, at an early age, and gained a good reputation for talent and diligence.
On 27 April 1650, he was sent by 'the standing committee of Devon' to Diptford, a parish on the Avon, five miles from Totnes, where the minister, Mr. Walplate, had become infirm. On 17 October 1650, after examination and the preaching of a 'trial sermon,' he was ordained Mr. Walplate's assistant by the classis at Salisbury. He continued to minister at Diptford for about six years, succeeding the senior minister when he died, and endearing himself greatly to the people, not only by his earnestness, but by his easy dealings with them in the matter of tithes.
In 1656 he removed to Dartmouth, though the Diptford emoluments were much greater. On the passing of the Act of Uniformity (1662) he was ejected, but continued to preach in private until the Five Mile Act drove him from Dartmouth. He kept as near it, however, as possible, removing to Slapton, five miles off, and there preached twice each Sunday to all who came, among whom were many of his old parishioners. On the granting of the indulgence of 1671 he returned to Dartmouth, and continued to officiate there even after the liberty to do so was withdrawn. In the end he found himself obliged to remove to London, travelling by sea and narrowly escaping shipwreck in a storm, which is said to have ceased in answer to his prayers. Finding that he would be safer at Dartmouth he returned there, and met with his people nightly in his own house, until in 1687, on the relaxation of the penal laws, they built a meeting-house for him. Just before his death he acted as moderator at a meeting of dissenting ministers held at Topsham. He died suddenly of paralysis at Exeter on 26 June 1691, and was buried in Dartmouth churchyard. Wood bitterly comments on the violence of his dissent."
-- Wikipedia
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October 17, 2013
This book is all about glorifying Christ who's at the center of our Christian experience. I particularly benefited from the sweet teachings of providence in the life of the believer & how Christ orchestrates every circumstance that befalls us. Flavel exhorts us to consider that if we trust our Lord with the affairs of this world, creation, govts. & all the activities of heaven & earth which He oversees, can we not trust Him with the details of our lives both small & great?
November 16, 2018
An excellent book celebrating the excellencies of Christ. Most impressive are the chapters dealing with the crucifixion. Is both theological and practical. Highly recommended.
October 20, 2024
Incredible series of sermons. I had a difficult time reading through it in large chunks. Would recommend smaller doses over time to let sink in.
March 16, 2013
One of my favorite books ever! I go back and re-read chapters, and ponder them for days. I love the way John Flavel says things. Glorious!
November 5, 2023
Yet another extraordinarily good book by puritan John Flavel. This one is all about Jesus Christ. It starts with exploring three roles of Christ: Prophet, Priest, and King. Then it goes deeply into His death and resurrection and finally His judgment of all people at the end of time.
John Flavel was apparently one of the most read authors in the English language from the 1600s through the 1800s. It is a great pity that he has been forgotten today! Everything he writes is so refreshing and healing to the soul.
I listed to an audio version titled "Drink Deeply."
John Flavel was apparently one of the most read authors in the English language from the 1600s through the 1800s. It is a great pity that he has been forgotten today! Everything he writes is so refreshing and healing to the soul.
I listed to an audio version titled "Drink Deeply."
May 31, 2024
Phenomenal
December 31, 2023
A favorite author. REad Flavel whenever you get the chance
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