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Published by Parables The Bruised Reed Pathways To The Past 2019 Edition by Richard Sibbes
Richard Sibbes (1577-1635), One Of The Most Influential Figures In The Puritan Movement During The Earlier Years Of The Seventeenth Century, Was Renowned For The Rich Quality Of His Ministry. The Bruised Reed Is A Book By Richard Sibbes That Comforts The Despondent And Fearful Christian Using The Words Of Matthew 12:20 (Which Quotes Isaiah), "A Bruised Reed He Will Not Break, And A Smoldering Wick He Will Not Snuff Out." Many Christians Have Found This Book To Be Remedy To Doubt And Burden.This Exposition Breaks Down Into Three Basic Parts: (1) Christ Will Not Break The Bruised Reed; (2) Christ Will Not Quench The Smoking Flax; (3) Christ Will Not Do Either Of These Things Until He Has Sent Forth Judgment Into Victory. Sibbes Explains The Main Text Under These Three Headings And Then Intersperses Searching Application Throughout The Book. In This Book Powerfully Written Book The Puritan Preacher Provides A Tenderhearted, Christ-Exalting Exposition And Application Of Isaiah 42:1-3. Since Its Initial Publication In 1630, The Bruised Reed Has Been A Source Of Encouragement To People At Every Stage Of Their Spiritual Journey Alike; Regardless If You Are Searching For God, Just Starting A Relationship With Him, Striving In Your Relationship With God Or Surrendered To God And His Will; This Book Can Be Helpful For You.