"The true knowledge of God gives us a strong assurance and brings a wondrous peace to our hearts and consciences." -- Pierre Viret Why do we exist? And how can we find fulfillment and happiness in life? Who is God? How has He revealed Himself to us? And how can we apply this knowledge to our lives? With insightful clarity and practical realism, Pierre Viret (1511-1571) asks and answers these and other questions pertaining to man's ultimate purpose and happiness and the character and revelation of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Marvelous Trinity examines both man's desperate need for God as well as the Triune God's revelation of Himself to mankind and His purpose within that revelation. From the moment of creation to the final resurrection and Last Judgment, Viret draws the reader through the wondrous works of the three Persons of the Trinity and God's glorious plan to reveal His name and nature to His creation--for it is only through a genuine knowledge of Him that true delight and peace are found.

Marvelous Trinity, the Believer’s Hope and Delight: Finding True Happiness and Peace in Knowing God

Religion & Spirituality

Viret, Pierre

Christian Books & Bibles

Independently published

From the depths of a pastor's heart come letters of hearty biblical comfort for persecuted believers. Written to men and women facing imprisonment, banishment, suffering, and death, these letters capture the heart of the Gospel and offer consolation and sincere comfort for those suffering for the sake of Christ. Written by Pierre Viret (1511-1571), a Swiss Reformer and close friend of John Calvin, these letters overflow with a pastoral concern for the souls as well as the physical needs of his readers. Republished several times throughout the Reformation era, Viret's letters appear now for the first time in the English language, and the comfort they offer to an afflicted church is as pertinent today as it was the day he wrote them.

Letters of Comfort to the Persecuted Church

Psalm 78 Ministries

What is the Biblical definition of a civil magistrate? Should Christians be subject to them? Should civil governments be subject to God? Is physical resistance to authority ever justifiable? Under what circumstances? And what is a Christian's role with respect to the civil sphere? 16th century Swiss Reformer Pierre Viret once expressed his feelings of political turmoil: "By nature I have always loved peace, and was always horrified at all dissensions and troubles." Despite the man's peace-loving nature, however, God chose to place Viret in some of the most politically tumultuous situations imaginable throughout his life. In these times Viret was compelled to search the Scriptures in an effort to instruct his congregations-as well as countless others asking his advice-on the Biblical definition and response to civil government, war, resistance against authorities, tyrants, and many other political matters. The writings contained in The Christian and the Magistrate are a collection of some of the applications Viret offered of the Biblical truths pertaining to magistrates and the Christian's duty to them.

The Christian and the Magistrate: Roles, Responsibilities, and Jurisdictions

What do the Scriptures say about welfare? Is Communism Biblical? Are there moral standards that should govern the legal profession? What is sound money, and does it really matter? What is stealing, and how many forms can it take? Within Thou Shalt Not Steal, Pierre Viret answers these and other questions concerning the meaning and abiding applicability of the eighth commandment. Topics such as theft, usury, unjust loans, lawsuits, embezzlement of church funds, beggary, and more are addressed in this insightful commentary. Though written in the 1500's, the topics covered in Viret's work are as applicable to the church today as they were the day they were written.

Thou Shalt Not Steal: A call for honest dealings in business, civil, and personal relationships

In an age of gender confusion and the redefinition of marriage, the words of 16th century Reformers Pierre Viret and his associate John Calvin offer a refreshing and astonishingly applicable examination of the Biblical definition of marriage and sexuality as well as its present application to our life and culture.What is marriage? How is true chastity defined? What constitutes just grounds for a Biblical divorce? Is remarriage ever lawful? And what about sensual music, dances, and the current trend in women’s fashions?Within this book Pierre Viret (1511-1571) answers these and countless other questions. Written in the form of a conversation between two fictitious characters, Viret presents his readers with an easily-understood, down-to-earth, intensely practical exposition of the seventh commandment.Joining Viret, fellow-Reformer John Calvin (1509-1564) also offers his understanding of the Biblical definition of marriage, adultery, and sexuality in a sermon originally preached to his congregation in Geneva.

Thou Shalt Not Commit Adultery: A Biblical Look at Marriage, Divorce, and Sexuality (Pierre Viret Decalogue Commentary)

CALVIN, JOHN

What is coveting? How can we distinguish between coveting and desire? What is the true root of wicked desire? And what is the hidden blessing which the Law brings us through this commandment?Seen as one of the most difficult commandments to understand, Thou Shalt Not Covet takes an in-depth look at the tenth commandment and its transgression, an often forgotten and generally unacknowledged sin. With astonishing clarity and applicability, Pierre Viret and John Calvin plumb the depths of this hidden sin and reveal the startling nature and diabolical foundation of coveting, and bring to light the oft-overlooked blessings brought to mankind by the giving of this commandment.Thou Shalt Not Covet is the final book in a ten-volume set of commentaries on the Ten Commandments by 16th century Reformers Pierre Viret (1511-1571) and John Calvin (1509-1564).

Thou Shalt Not Covet: A Biblical Look at Coveting, Desire, and the Mercy of God (Pierre Viret Decalogue Commentary)

""No tyranny is eternal. When a bow is bent too long, it will break. The more bent it is, the likelier it is to break. Nothing can overcome the violence of tyrants but the endurance of the saints. Nothing can dull the blades of their swords; nothing can diminish and extinguish their fires but faith and constant prayers." Pierre Viret In Letter of Consolation, Pierre Viret-John Calvins friend and a forgotten hero of the Reformation-comforts and encourages his people through intense persecution. This book is a new translation of Virets writing during seasons of Roman Catholic oppression and up to the legalization of Protestant worship in France in 1559. The Letter explores not only the Protestant Christian response to tyranny and hardship, but also how to maintain faith as persecution recedes. As Viret wrote, "Let us always be like those who sail at sea. If no wind is blowing now, let us be even more careful and prepared for storms and tribulations." "Was preaching needed? He was there. Was a theological dispute organized? He was ready. Did his sheep need their pastor? Viret met their needs tirelessly. He advised them, consoled them. He was there for them, all the time, with dedication unsurpassed."-- From translator Christian Fantonis Introduction"--

Letter of Consolation (Christian Heritage)

History

World

Canon Press

Honor Thy Father and Mother: A study on submission and authority (Viret Decalogue Commentary)

Marvelous Trinity, the Believer's Hope and Delight: Finding true happiness and peace in knowing God

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