William Perkins

A Case of Conscience 1592 Perkins addresses the conscience's role in moral decision-making, providing practical guidance for resolving difficult ethical and spiritual dilemmas. → An Exposition of the Symbol or Creed of the Apostles 1595 Perkins expounds the Apostles' Creed, systematically explaining core Christian doctrines and their scriptural foundations for theological instruction. → A Discourse of Conscience 1596 Perkins explores conscience as a divine faculty within humans, examining its function in moral judgment and spiritual accountability before God. → A Reformed Catholike 1598 Perkins articulates a reformed Catholicism emphasizing apostolic doctrine and practice, distinguishing true Christianity from papal corruptions and innovations. → A Golden Chain 1600 Perkins presents a systematic theological chain linking predestination, calling, justification, and glorification as interconnected elements of salvation. → Commentary upon Galatians 1604 Perkins provides detailed commentary on Galatians 1-5, with supplementary exposition on chapter six by Rafe Cudworth addressing justification by faith. → Lectures Upon the Revelation 1604 Perkins lectures on Revelation 1-3, identifying Rome as Babylon and demonstrating its prophesied fall, with additional sermon on ecclesiastical authority. → Of the Calling of the Ministry 1605 Perkins describes the ministerial calling's duties and dignities, establishing biblical foundations for pastoral office and clerical responsibilities. → Exposition upon the Epistle of Jude 1606 Perkins delivers sixty-six sermons on Jude, systematically exposing false teachers and apostasy while affirming orthodox Christian doctrine and practice. → A Cloud of Faithful Witnesses 1607 Perkins preaches through Hebrews 11, presenting biblical witnesses as examples of faith leading believers toward heavenly reward and eternal rest. → The Art of Prophecying 1607 Perkins outlines the sacred method of preaching, emphasizing careful exegesis, doctrinal clarity, and practical application for all social ranks. → Exposition upon Zephaniah 2 1609 Perkins expounds Zephaniah 2, delivering powerful exhortations to repentance and providing methods for spiritual self-examination and renewal. → A Discourse of the Damned Art of Witchcraft 1610 Perkins condemns witchcraft as a damned art, providing theological and practical arguments against its practice and those who engage in sorcery. → A Grain of Mustard Seed 1611 Perkins uses the parable of the mustard seed to illustrate how small faith, properly nurtured, grows into substantial spiritual fruit and transformation. → The Art of Prophesying 1631 Perkins establishes principles for effective preaching, emphasizing careful biblical interpretation, clear application, and persuasive delivery of God's Word. →