Puritan Heroes

Who were the Puritans, and why are they important?

What can we learn from them today?

The Puritan movement began in England during the sixteenth century and continued all the way into the early eighteenth century. Although the Church of England was formed as a result of the Reformation, the Puritans believed it needed much more reform. Puritan Heroes is a beautifully illustrated book that gives the reader an idea of what the Puritan movement was about and offers a glimpse into the lives of more than twenty of its most well-known leaders (among them William Perkins, Richard Sibbes, Thomas Goodwin, Anne Bradstreet, and Jonathan Edwards).

The book concludes with ten important lessons readers can learn from the Puritans and study questions to help them retain these fascinating stories and assist them in applying the lessons to their lives. It also features a bibliography to encourage further study in greater depth, as well as a glossary and timeline to help readers understand historical context. Written for children and young people, it will prove a suitable introduction to the Puritans for adults as well.

Endorsements

“A masterful summary of the pick of the Puritans, introducing a new generation to a gospel-centered, life-embracing, family-oriented people, and—yes—people who enjoyed life instead of the dour, sour, and twisted folk that a hundred years of prejudicial narratives have made them out to be. I wish it every success in dispelling the myths that plague these godly men and women.” 
—Derek W. H. Thomas

“How refreshing it is to step into the past. We need perspective and we need heroes. This book provides both. Richly illustrated, these brief but substantive biographies point us to faithful and fruitful servants. They remind us of our calling to be disciples. They encourage us to press on through trials and suffering. They remind us to be joyful and grateful for all that God has done. Above all, they remind us to keep our eyes fixed on the one Hero, our faithful Lord and Savior.” 
—Stephen J. Nichols

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1: Who Were the Puritans?
Chapter 2: Richard Greenham: Puritan Pioneer
Chapter 3: William Perkins: Father of Puritanism
Chapter 4: William Ames: Calvinist and Congregationalist
Chapter 5: Richard Sibbes: Warm-Hearted Preacher
Chapter 6: John Cotton: New England Leader
Chapter 7: Thomas Hooker: Connecticut Founder
Chapter 8: Jeremiah Burroughs: Gem of Contentment
Chapter 9: Thomas Goodwin: Overwhelmed by God’s Love
Chapter 10: John Eliot: Apostle to the Indians
Chapter 11: Thomas Shepard: God’s Story
Chapter 12: Thomas Brooks: Soul Servant
Chapter 13: Anne Bradstreet: Pilgrim Poet
Chapter 14: Richard Baxter: God’s Pen
Chapter 15: John Owen: God’s Navigator
Chapter 16: Christopher Love: Presbyterian Martyr
Chapter 17: John Bunyan: Traveler and Prisoner
Chapter 18: John Flavel: Providence’s Servant
Chapter 19: John Howe: Living Temple
Chapter 20: Joseph Alleine: God’s Arrow
Chapter 21: Matthew Henry: Bible Commentator
Chapter 22: Jonathan Edwards: In the Hands of a Loving God
Chapter 23: Conclusion

Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix B: Timeline
Appendix C: Study Questions
Bibliography