Rooted in Grace: John Newton’s Enduring Tenderness and the Truth Spoken in Love
Deep Dive into Rooted in Grace: John Newton’s Enduring Tenderness and the Truth Spoken in LoveJohn Newton, best known for writing the hymn Amazing Grace, is remembered for his habitual tenderness in pastoral ministry. This tenderness was not merely a natural personality trait or the result of a softened, compromised theology. Instead, it grew from the tough roots of his robust Reformed theological convictions, particularly his belief in sovereign grace, total depravity, and divine providence. Having been rescued from a life as a wretched slave-trading blasphemer, Newton understood that his…
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