Works about A. W. Pink |
The Impact of A.W. Pink -- from Joel Rishel
Works by A. W. Pink |
Description: A.W. Pink was an English evangelist of
Puritan and Calvinist background who lived in the 19th
century. His work Antichrist is a complete collection of
all the Bible's references to an antichrist figure, from
both the Old and New Testaments. Pink first describes the nature of the
Antichrist -- who he will be like, what his purpose is, etc. Then he
works through all of the names used to describe the Antichrist in
scripture (The Lawless One, The Son of the Morning, The Prince that
Shall Come). He notes the "genius and character" of the Antichrist,
compares him to Christ, and even outlines his doom. Before conversion,
Pink was a member of an occult gnostic group, and so shows special
interest in this dark, speculative subject, but his work is studied and
replete with Biblical references. Not for the faint of heart, this book
serves as both an informative study guide and a warning for modern
Christians.
Abby Zwart
CCEL Staff Writer
Description: This short devotional book focuses on God’s promises in the New Testament, the Pauline
letters especially. These promises of contentment, everlasting life, mercy, and justice
empower Christians and give them hope in times of affliction. At the same time, these
same promises challenge Christians to serve and persevere in times of suffering. Pink
not only writes with great sensitivity towards his reader, but he also reveals his precision
as a Moody Bible Institute scriptural scholar. To this day, Pink remains a source of
knowledge and inspiration for evangelical Christians.
Kathleen O’Bannon
CCEL Staff
Divine Inspiration of the Bible
Description: "Deny that the Bible is, without any
qualifications, the very Word of God, and you are left
without any ultimate standard of measurement and without
any supreme authority." In his book Divine Inspiration of
the Bible, Arthur Pink aspires to defend the groundwork of
Christianity--the Bible. Pink defines the Scriptures, or Word of God, as
the foundation of the Christian religion. The Bible claims to be a
divine revelation, and as such, it transcends human productivity. Pink's
book examines the idea of divine inspiration and presents several
arguments which aim to prove that God Almighty is the author of the
Bible. As Christians, the Bible demands our attention, and Pink's book
helps Christians gain a firmer understanding of the Bible's
authority.
Emmalon Davis
CCEL Staff Writer
Description: During the Reformation, the doctrine of
justification was considered a distinguishing factor in
the division between Protestant and Catholic theology. In
his book The Doctrine of Justification, Pink makes note of this
division
and proceeds to present a Protestant doctrine of justification--its
meaning, basis, nature, sources, evidence. What is justification? What
is it not? How can we harmonize the idea of justification with other
religious truths? Pink defines justification as God's declaration of
forgiveness and acceptance through which our souls are moved from a
state of sin and guilt to a state of righteousness through Christ. Pink
emphasizes the fact that this change in our souls is not subjective; it
is a change in the sinner's legal status in the eyes of heaven. In the
event of justification, we are confronted with God's goodness, justice,
and wisdom. We are delivered from death through Christ, and by
justification, God calls us his own. Justification is a topic that is
relevant to all Christians, and this book successfully dispels some of
the confusion surrounding the term.
Emmalon
Davis
CCEL Staff Wrtier
Description: A.W. Pink was an English evangelist of the
19th century. His Puritan and Calvinist background no
doubt inspired him to write Godhood of God. These
traditions emphasize the absolute power of God. "What is
Godhood?" Pink asks. It is "the omnipotency of God, the
absolute sovereignty of God. When we speak of the Godhood of God we
affirm that God is God," he says. "We affirm that God is something more
than an empty title: that God is something more than a mere figure-head:
that God is something more than a far-distant spectator, looking
helplessly on at the suffering which sin has wrought." Pink believes
that Godhood is seen in creation, administration, the giving of
scriptures, and salvation, and he writes a brief chapter on each aspect.
This book is very short and easily understandable for readers of any
level. The piece emphasizes God's dominion over all other powers and
things of the world, which is comforting to modern believers. It also
encourages Christians to remember not only God's love, but his other
nature as the all-powerful ruler of the universe who should be
revered.
Abby Zwart
CCEL Staff Writer
Law and the Saint (Author)
Description: In his book The Law and the Saint, Pink
claims that our age is an age of lawlessness. As Pink
worked in churches, homes, and communities, the
contemporary evangelist witnessed an increasing disrespect for the
Divine Law. Why has creation drifted so far away from the moral law
which the Creator placed upon us? By expositing Scripture, Pink
demonstrates the ways in which the moral law binds us as rational
creatures and as Christians. Several passages in the New Testament
reveal that this connection between creation to Creation is
lasting--even today, God commands that we obey his law. Pink explores
the relationship between modern Christians and the ancient rule of the
Ten Commandments. Even though the Ten Commandments may sometimes seem
inapplicable in today's fast-paced world, Pink reminds us that God's law
is timeless. It is Pink's hope that one day all Christians will be able
to say, "The Law of Thy mouth is better unto me than thousands of gold
and silver...O how love I Thy law! It is my meditation all the
day."
Emmalon Davis
CCEL Staff Writer
Description: The early converts of the New Testament
were instructed by the apostles to wait vigilantly for the second coming
of Christ. Sadly, many of today's Christians have abandoned the task of
preparing for Christ's return. In this book, Pink searches the Old and
New Testament for information regarding Jesus' second coming. First, he
looks at several examples of Biblical prophecies which foretell Christ's
second coming. Then, he discusses the necessity of Jesus' return and
explores signs leading up to His arrival. Pink closely examines Christ's
first coming to gain a better understanding of the glory and power that
will manifest itself in Christ's second coming. Finally, Pink discusses
the events that will occur in the church and the world as a result of
this momentous occasion. Redeemer's Return is designed mainly for
those
who are beginners in the study of prophetic and dispensational
truth.
Emmalon Davis
CCEL Staff Writer
Description: In his book The Sovereignty of God, A.W. Pink
outlines
the
sovereignty of God from a Calvinist standpoint. He defines God's
sovereignty, and then explains how God's sovereignty is characterized in
creation and salvation. Then Pink discusses the relationship between
God's sovereignty and the human will. Finally, Pink describes the
appropriate attitude Christians should take towards God's sovereignty,
and considers several difficulties that Christian may face in adopting
this attitude. The issues Pink raises in this book have previously been
addressed by many prominent figures such as St. Augustine, St. Aquinas,
Calvin,
and Jonathan Edwards. Pink studied these wise men and draws from their
conclusions in his own writing, but ultimately, the author places his
perspective in light of God's Word. Pink strongly believed that true
faith rests "not in the wisdom of men but in the power of God." Pink
wants his readers to gain a firm grasp on the biblical text rather than
the secondary literature, and he aims to highlight Scripture in his
book.
Emmalon Davis
CCEL Staff Writer
Description: In his book Tithing, A.W. Pink uses
the Bible as a guide to Christian giving. In Leviticus,
the Mosaic Law was given to God's people, and the
obligation to tithe was clearly stated within it. But
Pink shows us that even long before the Law was handed
down at Sinai, God's people tithed in the form of
sacrifices. Pink notes several passages in the Old and
New Testament where God shows his disappointment with
those who fail to give back to him. In the New Testament, we see that
God places today's Christians under an even stronger obligation to
tithe. Pink speaks directly to those who, as a result of their
ignorance, laziness, financial distress, or pride believe that the call
to tithe does not apply to them. Pink gives these readers practical
advice which helps make tithing meaningful and
manageable.
Emmalon Davis
CCEL Staff Writer
Description: Since all of the Gospels in the Bible tell the story of the same man, Jesus Christ, why did we need four different accounts? Given the overlap we observe in the Gospels, it may seem as if one Gospel would have been sufficient. In his book, Why Four Gospels, Arthur Pink explains how the four Gospels necessarily work together to paint a multi-faceted picture of Jesus. In Matthew, we see Jesus as the Son of David, King of the Jews. In Mark, Jesus is presented as the Servant of Jehovah. In Luke, we see Jesus as the Son of Man, Adam's descendent. Finally, John presents Jesus as the Son of God, emphasizing Jesus' relationship with the Divine. Christ fulfilled four distinct roles during his time on earth, and these four roles are illustrated in the four distinct Gospels. Pink's Why Four Gospels will give Christians a better understanding of Jesus' earthly ministry.
Emmalon Davis
CCEL Staff Writer
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