Freedom of the Will
Book Review
I'm glad to have finally read this book (er, I mean listen to). I recently read Calvin's handling of the will, and I was was somewhat disappointed. Jonathan Edwards, in my semi-informed opinion, does a much better job of handling the topic. I listed to this book in 2x speed, not trying to totally master the book. I plan to actually read it sometime soon as well. I also look forward to reading some of the Arminian sources that Edwards references.
Edwards is brilliant for sure; however with my cursory listening of this book, my opinion is that the basic premise is very simple. Perhaps that contributes to Edwards' brilliance - he takes this simple premise and applies it doggedly and exhaustively. This book is not a biblical exposition, however it does pull from theology. The book is throughly a logical application of theology with logical refutations of those who hold the Arminian view.
On a personal note, as I listened to this book, it was interesting how my brain responded - it kept on producing visual images and interrelations.
I am nuts about books. I read on all kinds of topics. I attempt to review each book I read for the sake of my own enrichment as well as conversation starters with others.
You never know what you will find in an attic! Usually there is a hodgepodge of things buried under dust.
Most of what is included here are notes to myself. The majority of folks will not find interest in these posts.