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Owen on Fighting Habitual Sin

Puritan theologian and pastor John Owen had a lot of practical advice on how to fight habitual sin.

Taylor on Resisting the Temptations of Sickness

Jeremy Taylor gives advice on how to resist the two temptations that tend to arise when we are sick

John Wesley’s rules of a helper

Wesley gives 12 rules for his Methodist workers to live by.

Christian Poems for Non-Fans

Don't like poetry? I thought so, too. Here are some poems to change your mind.

Discerning spiritual experiences with Teresa of Ávila

In the 16th Century spiritual classic The Interior Castle, Spanish contemplative Teresa of Ávila describes seven stages of faith (or "mansions") on the way to spiritual maturity and intimacy with God. Along the way, she also describes the potential pitfalls... Continue Reading →

Laird on Pain versus Suffering

Martin Laird tells how the practice of contemplation led one woman from being a victim of suffering to a witness of pain.

Brother Lawrence on Guilt

When he sinned, he confessed it to God with these words: "I can do nothing better without You. Please keep me from falling and correct the mistakes I make." After that, he did not feel guilty about the sin. Brother... Continue Reading →

Finney on What Revivals Are (and Aren’t)

Charles Finney explains what revivals are, what hinders them, and when they can be expected.

Edwards on the Importance of Emotion

Jonathan Edwards makes the case for the importance of emotions in the spiritual life.

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