Smooth Stones Taken From Ancient Brooks (1860)

Smooth Stones Taken From Ancient Brooks is a collection of sermons and meditations by Thomas Brooks, a Puritan preacher in the 17th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the nature and attributes of God, and the second part exploring the Christian life and the struggles believers face in their journey of faith. Brooks draws on biblical passages and personal anecdotes to provide guidance and encouragement to his readers, emphasizing the importance of repentance, faith, and perseverance in the face of trials and temptations. He also warns against the dangers of sin and the pitfalls of false religion, urging his audience to seek a genuine relationship with God through prayer and devotion.Throughout the book, Brooks employs vivid imagery and poetic language to convey his message, using metaphors such as smooth stones from ancient brooks to represent the timeless truths of the Christian faith. His writing style is both eloquent and accessible, making this book a valuable resource for anyone seeking spiritual insight and inspiration.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.