The resolutions of Jonathan Edwards is a treasure trove of thoughtful godliness. The earliest of these Resolutions were penned when Edwards was still a teenager – age 19. The list was completed as Edwards was finishing his formal education and beginning his ministerial life. For the rest of Edwards’ remarkable life, part of his regular prayer and devotional practice was to go back and re-read these resolutions at least once a week. In all, there are 70 resolutions. Every one of them takes eternity into consideration and presents a very profound view of a life committed to living purposely for the glory of God as top priority.

Some time ago, I took it upon myself to re-write and post Edwards’ Resolutions in more contemporary English – hopefully with minimal dilution of Edwards’ insight and intent. That post has subsequently been viewed more times than any other on this blog. Some from other countries have even taken my meagre effort and translated that post into other languages.

Recently, I ran across Edwards’ Resolutions categorized, rather than in their original sequence. The categorization and subheading are intended to increase the readability. So, I express my thanks to Matt Perman for undertaking this creative and beneficial approach to Edwards’ classic work.

~ WDG

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Preface

Being sensible that I am unable to do anything without God’s help, I do humbly entreat him by his grace to enable me to keep these Resolutions, so far as they are agreeable to his will, for Christ’s sake.

Remember to read over these Resolutions once a week.

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