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Christ and His Threefold Office
Jesus Christ is all we need for salvation— our Prophet, Priest, and King.
For those who love Christ, there is no more glorious subject than the work of Christ as our all-sufficient Mediator. Join Puritan author John Flavel as he recounts the lovliness of our Savior in His person and work on our behalf.
This treatment of the Mediator and His threefold office is extracted and abridged from Flavel’s classic The Fountain of Life.
Part of the Puritan Treasures for Today Series
As people seek a more satisfying and authentic faith, interest in the Puritans continues to grow. This series presents Puritan books that are accessible in length and carefully edited with modern readers in mind by smoothing out difficult phrases of a bygone era while carefully retaining the meaning of the original authors. These books have been thoughtfully selected to provide some of the best counsel on important subjects that people continue to wrestle with today.
Contents
Preface
The Excellence of the SubjectChrist’s Essential GloryThe Covenant of RedemptionGod’s Admirable LoveChrist’s Wonderful PersonThe Authority of the MediatorThe Consecration of the MediatorThe Nature of Christ’s MediationThe Prophet’s Work of RevelationThe Prophet’s Work of IlluminationThe Nature and Necessity of Christ’s PriesthoodThe Priest’s OblationThe Priest’s IntercessionA Full SatisfactionA Blessed InheritanceThe King’s Spiritual ReignThe King’s Providential ReignConclusion
For those who love Christ, there is no more glorious subject than the work of Christ as our all-sufficient Mediator. Join Puritan author John Flavel as he recounts the lovliness of our Savior in His person and work on our behalf.
This treatment of the Mediator and His threefold office is extracted and abridged from Flavel’s classic The Fountain of Life.
Part of the Puritan Treasures for Today Series
As people seek a more satisfying and authentic faith, interest in the Puritans continues to grow. This series presents Puritan books that are accessible in length and carefully edited with modern readers in mind by smoothing out difficult phrases of a bygone era while carefully retaining the meaning of the original authors. These books have been thoughtfully selected to provide some of the best counsel on important subjects that people continue to wrestle with today.
Contents
Preface
The Excellence of the SubjectChrist’s Essential GloryThe Covenant of RedemptionGod’s Admirable LoveChrist’s Wonderful PersonThe Authority of the MediatorThe Consecration of the MediatorThe Nature of Christ’s MediationThe Prophet’s Work of RevelationThe Prophet’s Work of IlluminationThe Nature and Necessity of Christ’s PriesthoodThe Priest’s OblationThe Priest’s IntercessionA Full SatisfactionA Blessed InheritanceThe King’s Spiritual ReignThe King’s Providential ReignConclusion
- GenresTheology
192 pages, Paperback
Published July 14, 2026
About the author
John Flavel
357 books95 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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May 4, 2022
Flavel expounds upon the work of Christ as Prophet, Priest, and King, and how the three offices relate to each other in this work.
The chapters were short, which was nice to read. But their length doesn't mean that they're lacking in theology! I liked the way that the chapters were structured, with Flavel laying out the doctrine for the chapter, teaching off of said doctrine, and then giving applications off of the doctrine.
Christ and His Threefold Office is a helpful book, and I'm sure I'll glean even more from it when I reread it in the future.
The chapters were short, which was nice to read. But their length doesn't mean that they're lacking in theology! I liked the way that the chapters were structured, with Flavel laying out the doctrine for the chapter, teaching off of said doctrine, and then giving applications off of the doctrine.
Christ and His Threefold Office is a helpful book, and I'm sure I'll glean even more from it when I reread it in the future.
February 3, 2025
Enjoyed it! A series of sermons on the offices of Christ of prophet, priest and king.
Flavel’s writing is new to me but he combines logical structure with moving prose. His doctrine is clear and always gives way to praise and application.
Pro tip: don’t skip the phenomenal introduction on this one!
Flavel’s writing is new to me but he combines logical structure with moving prose. His doctrine is clear and always gives way to praise and application.
Pro tip: don’t skip the phenomenal introduction on this one!
February 5, 2025
Great introduction on the threefold offices of Christ. Super accessible. The beauty of the Puritans lies in their simplicity. Expositional, doctrinal, applicational, illustrative, and Christ exalting, in typical Puritan fashion.
April 18, 2025
This 17th century Puritan book is a series of sermons by Flavel on Christ as prophet, priest and king written in contemporary English. It is beautifully devotional in the truest sense of the word and is the type of book which would only grow more dear as it is re-read. I can’t remember if I learned about it from the writings of Eugene Peterson or Dallas Willard, but I’m grateful for the recommendation.
May 24, 2025
The editor did a bit more abridging than modernizing, which meant it was still difficult for people who would have found the original hard to access but also not as full for those who would have enjoyed the full sermons.
Still, they’re excellent sermons.
Still, they’re excellent sermons.
April 4, 2024
So so sooo good. Can't wait to read the 2nd volume.
June 29, 2022
A must-read, again and again and again
December 27, 2023
Very good. Some of the sermons I found more helpful than others, but the good ones were excellent. Helped me to love and appreciate Christ more.
October 26, 2022
I purchased this book as a resource for my senior thesis about the Kingship of Christ and was pleasantly surprised to find that although Flavel only gives a small portion of his book to that particular subject, his delightful insights on the other offices of Christ illuminated His Kingship. However, the reader should be warned beforehand that this book is mainly concerned with soteriology and focuses on everything about Christ through that particular lens. This was not a problem for me but for those who are looking for an academic, puritan book on Christ’s offices will be disappointed. This is a book that addresses the covenants, promises, and character of Christ in His three offices with plain language and so I would commend it an unbeliever who is looking for resources about Jesus or a saint who needs a drink from the fountain of living waters.
September 28, 2023
Flavel was a highly influential Puritan preacher who shaped the thinking of many. This collection of sermons focuses on the three offices of Christ and has the well-reasoned arguments indicative of his age. Each chapter begins with a doctrinal treatment of an aspect in Christ's mediatory roles as Prophet, Priest and King then delves into the theological particulars before ending with succinct points of application.
There is joy in reading the wisdom that God has revealed to past saints. Though stylistically different, the biblical soundness and the palpable longing for God make this book very enriching.
There is joy in reading the wisdom that God has revealed to past saints. Though stylistically different, the biblical soundness and the palpable longing for God make this book very enriching.
June 5, 2023
‘Christ and His Threefold Office’ looks at Christ in His offices of prophet, priest, and king.
This book is superb! In a structured manner, John Flavel considers the implications of Christ’s offices as revealed in the Scriptures and then draws out points of application in each chapter. It’s the sort of book that drives one to worship!
This book is superb! In a structured manner, John Flavel considers the implications of Christ’s offices as revealed in the Scriptures and then draws out points of application in each chapter. It’s the sort of book that drives one to worship!
May 19, 2023
What a sweet and precious little book this was!!! So helpful to my mind and heart to consider Christ!
January 17, 2024
The book was well researched, very challenging and filled with hope. I loved the fact it had an altar call at the end of it.
June 3, 2024
Excellent work on Christology
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