| Feature |
Value |
| Publisher |
Reformation Heritage Books |
| Page Count |
232 pages |
| Weight (ounces) |
12.6 oz |
| Dimensions (inches) |
5.5 x 8.1 x 0.6 in |
Overview:
In Gospel Assurance and Warnings, Paul Washer addresses one of the most critical questions a person can ask: "How can I know for sure that I am saved?" While many modern approaches to evangelism offer quick assurance based on a past prayer or a religious ritual, Washer turns to the rigorous and heart-searching standards of the Holy Scriptures.
Key Themes
- The Nature of True Conversion: Washer argues that salvation is not merely a decision made by man, but a supernatural work of God that inevitably results in a transformed life.
- Biblical Self-Examination: Following the apostolic exhortation to "examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith," the author guides readers through the "tests" found in the First Epistle of John.
- The Danger of Counterfeit Hope: A significant portion of the book is dedicated to warning against "easy believism" and the false security that often leads to spiritual complacency and a lack of holiness.
- Evidences of Grace: Instead of looking back at a single moment in time, Washer encourages believers to look for the current fruit of the Spirit: a love for God’s Word, a hatred for sin, and a growing desire for Christlikeness.
Style and Impact:
Written with the passion and directness that characterizes Paul Washer’s ministry, this book is both unsettling and deeply comforting. It is designed to strip away false hope from the hypocrite while providing a rock-solid, biblical foundation of assurance for the true, though often struggling, believer.
Target Audience:
This book is an essential resource for pastors, evangelists, and any individual seeking a deeper, more biblical understanding of the doctrine of salvation and the assurance of eternal life.
