A Treatise of the Divine Promises: In Five Books. In the first, A general description of their nature, kinds, excellency, right, use, properties, and the persons to whom they belong. In the four last, A declaration of the Covenant itself, the bundle and Body of all the Promises, and the Special Promises likewise, which concern a man's self, or others, both Temporal, Spiritual and Eternal.
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"A Treatise on the Divine Promises" by Edward Leigh is a comprehensive exploration of the nature, types, and significance of God's promises as revealed in the Scripture. Organized into five books, the treatise meticulously delineates the characteristics, recipients, and applications of divine promises. It addresses temporal, spiritual, and eternal promises, offering profound insights into how believers can integrate these promises into their lives for spiritual growth, enduring faith, and ultimate salvation. The work stands as a significant contribution to Puritan literature, emphasizing the transformative power of understanding and embracing God's promises.
Leigh underscores the certainty and goodness of God's promises, emphasizing that they reveal God's favor and providence towards His covenant people for their ultimate good. This understanding positions believers to live a life anchored in divine assurances and hope. Furthermore the treatise methodically categorizes promises as temporal, spiritual, and eternal, providing believers with a framework to understand and apply these promises to various aspects of life. Leigh encourages believers to meditate on, remember, and apply these promises, ensuring a life lived in accordance with divine will and provision. Leigh links the promises of God with the nurturing of Christian virtues. He advocates that the awareness and contemplation of divine promises can strengthen faith, foster hope, and encourage adherence to God's will, thereby enhancing the believer's spiritual journey and connection with God.
TO THE RELIGIOUS, VIRTUOUS AND EVERY WAY ACCOMPLISHED LADY,
TO THE CHRISTIAN READER.
BOOK I.
CHAP. 1. The Nature of the Promises.
CHAP. 2. The Kinds of them.
CHAP. 3. The Excellency of them
CHAP. 4. The right Use of them.
CHAP. 5. The properties of them.
CHAP. 6. The persons to whom the promises belong.
BOOK II.
CHAP. 1. Of the Covenant.
CHAP. 2. Of Special Temporal Promises.
CHAP. 3. Temporal Promises in regard of evil things.
CHAP. 4. Temporal promises in regard of good things
CHAP. 5. Temporal Promises in regard of good things.
CHAP. 6. God hath promised not only to give these outward things, but to bless them to his children.
BOOK III.
CHAP. 1. Spiritual Promises – In regard of Evil.
CHAP. 2. Promises against opposition for truth and goodness from persons.
CHAP. 3. Promises against evils in the world.
CHAP. 4. Infirmities Are.
CHAP. 5. In regard of God, Desertions.
CHAP. 6. Spiritual Promises – In regard of Good.
CHAP. 7. Promises of Christ, and those by him.
CHAP. 8. Promises of the Spirit.
CHAP. 9. The operation of the Spirit.
CHAP. 10. Promises of Spiritual Graces.
CHAP. 11. The Degrees of Graces.
CHAP. 12. Spiritual Duties.
CHAP. 13. The Ordinances of God.
BOOK IV.
CHAP. 1. Eternal Promises.
CHAP. 2. For Salvation.
CHAP. 3. Performances of it.
BOOK V.
CHAP. 1. Promises in regard of Others.
CHAP. 2. Promises Against the seductions of Antichrist.
CHAP. 3. Promises for calling the Jews.
CHAP. 4. Promises for bringing in the Gentiles.
CHAP. 5. Promises to Magistrates.
CHAP. 6. Promises to Masters of families and godly Servants.
CHAP. 7. Promises to Husband and Wife.
CHAP. 8. Promises for Company.
A TABLE OF THE PROMISES, AS THEY ARE DISPERSED IN THE SEVERAL BOOKS OF SCRIPTURE.