This book exhibits some of the ways in which John Owen sought to ‘prevent or cure spiritual decays in his own flock.’ They are all the product of his later years. 3 short pieces have been taken from Volume 9 of his Works, which have been slightly modernised for easier reading:-

1. Searching our Hearts (‘Several Practical Cases of Conscience Resolved’)

2. Difficult and Dangerous Times (A sermon on ‘Perilous Times’)

3. Living by Faith in Difficult Times (‘The Use and Advantage of Faith’)

Encouragement and biblical guidance is as relevant to the needs of Christians today as it was in the 17th century.