The Fading of the Flesh and the Flourishing of Faith (Puritan Treasures for Today)

The Puritans frequently talked about dying well. That is something we do not discuss much these days, though we should. In this book, George Swinnock presents modern readers with valuable food for thought as he expounds Psalm 73:26, My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever. Swinnock combines careful explanation with vivid illustration to reveal the futility of earthly comforts and highlight the inestimable comfort, satisfaction, and joy afforded us in Christ. Displaying the relevance of the Puritans for today, you will find this sorely neglected and sobering topic an easy, thought-provoking, and compelling read.

Table of Contents:
Psalm 73 in Context
Psalm 73:26 Explained
Man's Flesh Will Fail Him
The Folly of Living for the Flesh
Be Prepared to Die!
Further Reasons to Be Prepared to Die
How to Be Prepared to Die
Seek to Die Well
God Is Man's True Happiness
God Alone Is Sufficient for Man's Soul
God Alone Is Suitable to Man's Soul
God Alone Is Immortal Like Man's Soul
The Condition of Distressed Sinners and Saints
The Potion of Sinners and Saints in the World to Come Is God Your Joy?
Choose God as Your Treasure
Satisfied and Sanctified
Joy in Full and Forever
Take Comfort