Richard Baxter: The Pastor's Pastor Revised Edition Contributor(s): Baxter, Richard (Author) |
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ISBN: 1857923804 ISBN-13: 9781857923803 Publisher: Christian Focus Publications OUR PRICE: $10.79 Product Type: Paperback Published: January 2001 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Biography & Autobiography | Religious |
Dewey: B |
Series: History Maker |
Physical Information: 0.4" H x 5.07" W x 7.67" (0.31 lbs) 176 pages |
Themes: - Theometrics - Evangelical - Theometrics - Reformed - Religious Orientation - Christian |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Baxter was one of the most influential of the Puritans. He recognised the value of writing about 170, which have sold in tens of millions since. Baxter was eventually imprisoned by the notorious 'bloody' judge Jeffreys whom Baxter obviously exasperated I see the rogue in your face said Jeffreys during the trial, I was not aware my face was so true a mirror shot back Baxter. During his pastorate at Kidderminster in England he and one assistant, were catechising 800 hundred families per year by taking them in groups of 14 or 15 families on Mondays and Tuesdays. On Thursdays, Baxter acted as an informal judge, settling forms of conscience. The effect on the community was such that 'the jails in Kidderminster were empty' at this time - yet he considered all this as secondary to his writing. Baxter's autobiography is fascinating because you can read the thoughts behind his plans, actions and concerns. Not only do you get an insight into the Puritan mind but also a survey of the society. |