In this rare classic work, Puritan pastor Thomas Vincent reminds parents and youth alike of God's infallible work in salvation. Comforting and challenging, this compilation of sermons and pastoral letters offers ancient wisdom to address a perennial fear. Contents of the book are:
Introduction
Section 1: The first doctrine: the good work of grace in the soul is begun by the Lord
Section 2: The subject of this good work of grace: the soul
Section 3: Concerning God, the Author of this good work
Section 4: Why does the Lord begin this good work in any of the children of men?
Section 5: The first use
Section 6: The second use
Section 7: The second doctrine: the good work which God begins in the day of grace He will perform until the day of Christ
Section 8: The fourth particular
Section 9: The second argument proving that gracious persons shall never fall from the good work begun in them
Section 10: Objections and answers against the perseverance of the saints
Section 11: The application
Appendix 1: A cautionary letter sent by an unknown author to some youths belonging to the congregation of Mr. Thomas Vincent
Appendix 2: A return of thanks to the author of the previous letter
Appendix 3: Cautionary motives and directions unto youths professing religion, to keep them from apostasy and backsliding
Christ the Best Husband and Inviting young women to Christ
The Best Gift: God's call upon young men for their hearts
