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Edward Taylor
Edward Taylor
16 Sermons
Edward Taylor (c. 1642-1729) was a colonial American Puritan minister and poet. His 217 Preparatory Meditations, unpublished for two centuries, established him as one of the finest poets of early America.

Sermons 16

1 Kings 18:21 Spiritual Commitment

Edward Taylor preaches about the inner conflict of the soul, torn between decisions and indecision, urging the congregation to resolve to either stay or go, to fully commit and not be lukewa…

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Isaiah 12:3 Christ Our Rock

Edward Taylor preaches about the spiritual significance of Christ as the Rock and the River of Aqua Vitae, symbolizing grace, righteousness, and the sacrament of the Lord's Supper. He emphas…

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John 3:16 Gods Love

Edward Taylor delves into the profound love of God as depicted in Romans 5:8, emphasizing how God's love breaks through the barriers of sin and curses to reach humanity. He paints a vivid pi…

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Genesis 37:28 Typology Of Christ

Edward Taylor preaches about drawing parallels between the life of Joseph in the Bible and the glory of Jesus Christ, highlighting how Joseph's experiences foreshadowed the life, death, and …

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Psalm 139:13 Divine Sovereignty

Edward Taylor's sermon emphasizes the imagery of God as a divine craftsman, weaving and spinning the threads of our lives with intricate care and purpose. He prays for God to use His Word as…

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Psalm 34:8 Spiritual Nourishment

Edward Taylor preaches about the heavenly provision of the Bread of Life, symbolizing the spiritual nourishment that God offers to souls in need. He describes the struggle of the soul, like …

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John 14:2 Divine Redemption

Edward Taylor preaches about the incomprehensible love and grace of God towards humanity, highlighting how God, the King of Kings, humbly came to earth to save sinful mankind, paying the ult…

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Romans 6:8 Christ's Sacrifice

Edward Taylor delves into the profound love and sacrifice of Jesus Christ as described in 2 Corinthians 5:14, reflecting on the concept of dying with Christ and being freed from the power of…

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Psalm 27:13 Gods Love

Edward Taylor delves into the deep mystery of God's love, questioning why there are times when we feel a cloud of despair and darkness despite being in the midst of His love. He reflects on …

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Divine Love

Edward Taylor passionately preaches about the incomprehensible love of God, which transcends all boundaries of infinity and finity, uniting His divine nature with humanity through the sacrif…

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Psalm 8:3 Gods Glory

Edward Taylor's sermon emphasizes the infinite nature of God's glory and the inadequacy of human praise in comparison. He reflects on the idea that even if the entire world were to be atomiz…

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Psalm 119:105 Puritan Theology

Edward Taylor, a New England Puritan, was a deeply pious and learned minister known for his Calvinist beliefs and spiritual devotion. His poetry, particularly his 'Meditations' before the Lo…

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Psalm 23:5 Lord's Supper

Edward Taylor delves into the profound grace found in 1 Corinthians 10:16, highlighting how grace originates from the essence of the blessed Deity, elevating believers to heavenly heights. H…

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Psalm 34:1 Church Fellowship

Edward Taylor preaches about the joy and praise of the saints who are on their journey to Heaven in Christ's Coach, singing sweet melodies of worship and offering their hearts in divine acts…

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Psalm 51:10 Gods Love

Edward Taylor reflects on the beauty and sweetness of God, comparing it to a rose of Sharon, expressing a deep desire to fully experience and be enraptured by God's love and presence. He ack…

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Psalm 16:11 Deep Faith

Edward Taylor delves into the profound desire to truly feel and live out one's faith, expressing the overwhelming joy and richness that comes from being in a deep relationship with God. He r…

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