By William Tyndale
in .pdf format
Edited by Todd Sumrall 2024 - Updated to modern English for clarity
The Parable of the Wicked Mammon by William Tyndale offers readers a profound and compelling exploration of faith, justification, and good works through the lens of Scripture. Written originally in 1527, this work represents Tyndale's passionate defense of salvation by faith alone and his refutation of the prevailing errors of his day, particularly regarding reliance on works for justification. In this modernized edition, the truths of Tyndale’s teaching are brought to life for contemporary readers, enriched with clear scriptural references and insightful commentary.
At the heart of the book is Tyndale’s deep conviction that faith in Christ alone justifies the sinner, leading to the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, which produces genuine good works as evidence—not the cause—of salvation. Through careful exposition, Tyndale challenges misconceptions about the relationship between grace, works, and the believer's assurance of salvation, offering a robust and comforting presentation of the gospel. His reflections on the Parable of the Unjust Steward highlight the wisdom of living faithfully in a way that honors God’s grace, while his discussions on the danger of worldly wealth emphasize the believer’s need to cling to eternal treasure in Christ.
This edition, modernized for accessibility, maintains the boldness and clarity of Tyndale’s original writing while offering updated language and scripture references for clarity. Each chapter is rich in theological depth, making the book a valuable resource for personal study and reflection on the gospel's transformative power.
About the Author
William Tyndale (1494–1536) was an English scholar, translator, and early Protestant reformer whose groundbreaking translation of the Bible into English made Scripture accessible to the common people. A linguistic genius and staunch defender of the gospel, Tyndale’s work profoundly influenced the English language and the later King James Bible. His steadfast commitment to the authority of Scripture and salvation through faith in Christ alone led to his martyrdom. Tyndale’s legacy as a pioneer of the Reformation and a defender of biblical truth continues to inspire believers worldwide.
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Table of Contents
- THE PARABLE OF THE WICKED MAMMON
- PREFACE
- CHAPTER 1: TYNDALE’S INTRODUCTION
- CHAPTER 2: FAITH AND JUSTIFICATION ACCORDING TO SCRIPTURE
- CHAPTER 3: FAITH AND GOOD WORKS
- CHAPTER 4: THE ROLE OF ETERNAL REWARD
- CHAPTER 5: UNDERSTANDING MAMMON AND THE UNRIGHTEOUS STEWARD
- CHAPTER 6: ASSURANCE THROUGH ENDURANCE AND GOOD WORKS
- CHAPTER 7: RIGHTEOUSNESS BEYOND THE PHARISEES
- CHAPTER 8: TRUE TREASURE IS STORED IN HEAVEN
- CHAPTER 9: THE HEART’S LONGING AND THE WORK OF THE SPIRIT
- CHAPTER 10: RECEIVING A PROPHET’S REWARD
- CHAPTER 11: THE COMMAND TO KEEP THE LAW
- CHAPTER 12: PRAYER AND FASTING BY FAITH
- CHAPTER 13: THE INHERITANCE OF THE KINGDOM
- CHAPTER 14: LOVE AS THE FRUIT OF FORGIVENESS
- CHAPTER 15: MISINTERPRETATIONS OF PARABLES
- CHAPTER 16: GOD CHOOSES FIRST, GRACE REVEALED
- CHAPTER 17: UNDERSTANDING GOOD WORKS
- CHAPTER 18: TRUST IN GOD, NOT IN THE PRAYERS OF OTHERS
- CHAPTER 19: THE HEART OF MERCY AND TRUE CHRISTIAN ALMSGIVING
- CHAPTER 20: THE DANGER OF OUTWARD PIETY WITHOUT THE WORD OF GOD
- CHAPTER 21: THE SPIRIT OF GOD: THE ROOT OF LOVE, FAITH, AND TRUE GOOD WORKS
- CHAPTER 22: REWARDS AS EVIDENCE, NOT EARNED WAGES
- CHAPTER 23: BLESSED IN ACTION: THE SOURCE AND ROLE OF GOOD DEEDS
- CHAPTER 24: FAITH, OBEDIENCE, AND THE LAW OF FREEDOM
- CHAPTER 25: THE HEART AND THE LAW OF FREEDOM
- CHAPTER 26: THE DISTINCTION BETWEEN TRUE FAITH AND INTELLECTUAL BELIEF
- ABOUT THE EDITOR: A JOURNEY OF REDEMPTION