by Horatius Bonar
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The volumes in Bonar’s Light and Truth series comprise of numerous short devotional meditations on different parts of the Bible. Volume four covers the Lesser Epistles in 85 chapters..
In Light and Truth: The Lesser Epistles, Horatius Bonar carries forward his powerful devotional exposition into the brief yet weighty writings that close the New Testament canon—Galatians through Revelation. Though often called “lesser” due to their brevity, these epistles contain some of the most urgent calls to holiness, clearest warnings against error, and richest expressions of gospel hope in all of Scripture. Bonar approaches them not merely as a theologian but as a pastor of souls, eager to draw out the spiritual nourishment they contain for every believer.
With characteristic clarity and deep reverence, Bonar reflects on the apostolic concern for gospel purity, the finished work of Christ, the necessity of holiness, and the blessed hope of the Church. From Paul’s fervent defense of justification by faith in Galatians, to Peter’s call to suffer well, John’s emphasis on love and truth, and Jude’s exhortation to contend for the faith, Bonar’s meditations cover the whole terrain of Christian experience with doctrinal fidelity and heartfelt application.
Each meditation stands alone, yet together they offer a panoramic view of the believer’s life under the lordship of Christ—crucified with Him, indwelt by His Spirit, strengthened for endurance, and anchored in eternal hope. With his eye fixed on the cross and his heart set on eternity, Bonar helps readers see how the grace of God in Christ flows through every page of the Epistles, forming the Church into a holy, humble, and heavenly-minded people.
Whether read in daily devotion, used for pastoral insight, or studied for gospel-centered growth, this volume will serve as a faithful companion for those seeking to grow in grace and walk in the light of God’s truth.
The five volumes are divided as follows:
Table of Contents
CONTENTS. 1
I. The Substitution And The Deliverance. 1
II. Apostolic Jealousy For A Free Gospel 1
III. Living Upon The Son Of God. 1
IV. The Holy Spirit, And The Hearing Of Faith. 1
V. The Curse Exchanged For The Blessing. 1
VI. The Stoppage In The Heavenly Race. 1
VII. Reproductive Good And Evil 1
VIII. The Cross And The Double Crucifixion. 1
IX. Access To The Father 1
X. The Unsearchable Riches Of Christ 1
XI. God's Boundless Power To Bless 1
XII. The One Spirit And The Many Gifts 1
XIII. The Church Of God. 1
XIV. The Love And The Glory.[4] 1
XV. The Armor And The Battle. 1
XVI. The Apostolic Trumpet Blast 1
XVII. A Preached Christ 1
XVIII. The Apostolic Only. 1
XIX. The Better Resurrection. 1
XX. The Heavenly Citizenship. 1
XXI. The Strength Of Weakness 1
XXII. The Fountain Filled And Overflowing. 1
XXIII. Higher And Higher 1
XXIV. A Christian Life. 1
XXV. The Reconciliation. 1
XXVI. A Christian As He Was, Is, And Shall Be. 1
XXVII. The Shadow And The Substance. 1
XXVIII. Prayer, Watchfulness, And Thanksgiving. 1
XXIX. The Turning To God And The Waiting For Christ 1
XXX. Mr. Feeblemind Comforted. 1
XXXI. The Coming Kingdom.. 1
XXXII. The Believed Lie, And The Hidden Gospel 1
XXXIII. The Indwelling Spirit 1
XXXIV. Patient Work For The Master 1
XXXV. Mercy To The Chief Of Sinners 1
XXXVI. God's Revelation Of Himself In Flesh. 1
XXXVII. Paul's Loving Helpmeet 1
XXXVIII. The Great House—Its Master And Its Vessels 1
XXXIX. The Blessed Hope. 1
XL. The Influence Of A Holy Family. 1
XLI. The One Great Purging. 1
XLII. The Rest Of God. 1
XLIII. The Mischief Of Unbelief 1
XLIV. The Deceitfulness Of Unbelief 1
XLV. The Beginning Of Our Confidence. 1
XLVI. Bold Access To The True Mercy Seat 1
XLVII. Dullness Of Hearing. 1
XLVIII. God's Loving Memory. 1
XLIX. The Divine Anchor And The Soul's Anchorage. 1
L. The Introduction Of The Better Hope. 1
LI. The High Priest Of The Good Things To Come. 1
LII. Entrance Into The Holiest By The Blood. 1
LIII. The One Offering And The Great Reappearing. 1
LIV. Conscience Pacified For Ever 1
LV. The Imperfect And The Perfect Priesthood. 1
LVII. Noah's Faith And The World's Condemnation. 1
LVIII. The Better Choice Of Moses 1
LIX. Faith's Vision Of An Invisible God. 1
LX. The Holy Fire Of The Altar 1
LXI. Let Us Go Forth. 1
LXII. The Father Of Light And Love. 1
LXIII. The Christians Continuance In The Law. 1
LXIV. God's Delight To Bless The Sinner 1
LXV. The One Lawgiver And His Power 1
LXVI. Patient Suffering. 1
LXVII. Human Despondency And Divine Encouragement 1
LXVIII. The God And Father Of Our Lord Jesus Christ 1
LXX. The Precious Stone And Its Virtues 1
LXXI. Apostolic Intercession. 1
LXXII. The Abundant Entrance. 1
LXXIII. The Majesty Of The Christ Of God. 1
LXXIV. The Sincerity Of The Divine Long Suffering. 1
LXXV. The Last Time. 1
LXXVI. The Heavenly Anointing. 1
LXXVII. The Taker Away Of Sin. 1
LXXVIII. The Manifested Love. 1
LXXIX. The Confession And The Indwelling. 1
LXXXI. Eternal Life In The Belief Of God's Testimony. 1
LXXXII. Eternal Life In Believing. 1
LXXXIII. Confidence In A Loving God. 1
LXXXIV. The Certainty Of Certainties 1
LXXXV. Preservation And Presentation. 1
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