On the Christian Life: A New Translation, by John Calvin & Raymond Blacketer

For centuries, Christians have referenced John Calvin's On the Christian Life to ponder what it means to live faithfully as a Christian. On the Christian Life: A New Translation features an all-new introduction, robust citations, and explanatory footnotes to introduce a new generation of readers to this classic Christian work.

In On the Christian Life: A New Translation, Calvin suggests that a deep understanding of theology is worthless if the gospel has yet to “penetrate into the most intimate affection of the heart.” This accessible work touches on essential themes such as: self-denial, submission to God, bearing one’s cross, enduring suffering for the sake of righteousness, and meditating on the life to come. This book:

• Contains a Brand-New Translation: Translated from the original Latin edition by Calvin scholar Raymond A. Blacketer―making this classic work more accessible to modern readers than ever before
• Has a Fresh Introduction: Includes an all-new introduction by editor Anthony N. S. Lane, professor of historical doctrine at the London School of Theology
• Contains Helpful Resources: Includes robust source citations and explanatory footnotes to help pastors, students, scholars, and everyday Christians better understand Calvin’s words and context
• Explores the Christian Life: Addresses themes including self-denial, taking up one’s cross, submitting to God, and suffering for the sake of righteousness

• On the Christian Life: A New Translation, by John Calvin
• Translated by: Raymond Blacketer
• Hardcover
• 96 pages

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