The Whole Counsel Advent Meditations II: Isaac Ambrose’s Practical Observations
The incarnation is one of the most familiar doctrines in Christianity—and yet one of the most overlooked. This week, Dr. John Snyder is joined again by Jordan Thomas to slow down, look closely, and recover the awe that Scripture invites us to feel as we consider the eternal Son taking on human flesh.
Last week they walked through key biblical passages on the incarnation. This week they turn to the profound reflections of Isaac Ambrose in his classic work “Looking Unto Jesus.”
The book can be difficult to find today, but we’ve linked an ebook edition and a print-on-demand copy in the show notes. You can also monitor the Reformation Heritage Books website and sign up for updates when it comes back into print.
Ambrose is deeply helpful here because he lifts our eyes to the person of Christ Himself—and to all the benefits that flow from Him into the life of every believer. As we move through this Advent season and fix our hearts on the incarnate Christ, we pray that this episode—and the timeless insights of Isaac Ambrose—will strengthen your faith and warm your soul.
Show Notes:25 Meditations on the Incarnation:
https://shop.mediagratiae.org/pages/advent-meditations
Isaac Ambrose Looking Unto Jesus
ebook: https://www.monergism.com/looking-unto-jesus-book-1-ebook
physical: https://www.amazon.com/Looking-Unto-Jesus-Everlasting-Gospel/dp/1166391787
Good Tiding of Great Joy by Charles Spurgeon
https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/devotionalsdaily-readings/good-tidings-of-great-joy/
Jordan recommends this Christmas Devotional:
Christ Our Treasure: