Lesson 07 Part 2

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Lesson 07 Part 2

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March 1, 2003 • Dr. J. I. Packer

To learn the Puritan understanding of the nature of conscience

To investigate the influence of the scriptures on the conscience

To explore the Puritan view of the effect of preaching on the conscience

Lesson 01

March 1, 2003 • Dr. J. I. Packer

To gain a proper basic understanding of the Puritan mind and way of life. To understand the historical context in which the Puritans lived. To give the student a correct viewpoint concerning the Puritans in light of their negative portrayal by historical prejudices.

Lesson 02

March 1, 2003 • Dr. J. I. Packer

To understand the historical development of the Puritan movement To gain perspective on the struggles that the Puritan pastor faced

Lesson 03

March 1, 2003 • Dr. J. I. Packer

To explore what concepts were distinctive of Puritan theology To investigate Puritan ideals concerning one’s inward and outward life To gain an understanding of and an appreciation of the purpose and style of puritan literature