Description

The Golden Sceptre Held Forth to the Humble by Rev. John Preston, D.D

UPC: 9781877611174

Product Features

Title: The Golden Sceptre Held Forth to the Humble
Author: Rev. John Preston, D.D.
Subtitle: Chaplain in Ordinary to His Majesty, Master of Emmanuel College in Cambridge, and Preacher at Lincoln's Inn
Publication Date: 1625 (original), 1837 (London reprint), 1990 (Soli Deo Gloria reprint)
Publisher: Soli Deo Gloria Publications
Language: English
ISBN: 1-877611-17-4
Format: Paperback, facsimile reprint

Overview

"The Golden Sceptre Held Forth to the Humble" by Rev. John Preston is a classic work of Christian piety and theology. Originally preached in Cambridge in 1625, this book offers timeless insights into humility and the pursuit of godliness. Rev. John Preston, a renowned theologian of his time, transformed from viewing divinity as insignificant to becoming a devout minister whose life and works continue to inspire. This Soli Deo Gloria reprint is the only modern edition available, preserving the rich historical and spiritual value of Preston's sermons.

Interesting Facts

Historical Background: John Preston was born in 1587 and educated at King's College and Queen's College, Cambridge. Initially dismissive of divinity, his life changed after hearing John Cotton preach.
Transformation: Preston's encounter with the Word of God profoundly impacted him, leading to a life dedicated to Christian piety and ministerial work.
Unique Study Habits: Known for his dedication, Preston would arrange his bedclothes to fall off at night to wake him for study, and he rose early to pray in the dark to save daylight for reading the Scriptures.
Legacy: Preston's death in 1628 was marked by his concern for the quality of his life rather than its length, leaving behind a legacy of devout scholarship and dedication to ministry.
Reprints: The Banner of Truth previously published his "Breastplate of Faith and Love" in a facsimile of the original, but this is the only modern reprint of any of his works available, providing readers access to his influential teachings.

Publishers

Soli Deo Gloria Publications

Soli Deo Gloria Publications is committed to preserving and disseminating classic works of Christian theology and piety. Their reprints ensure that the valuable teachings of past theologians remain accessible to contemporary readers.