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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 His 217 Preparatory Meditations, unpublished for two centuries, established him as one of the finest poets of early America.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

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 lukewarm. He use

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Psalm 34:8

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 a bird in

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Romans 6:8

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 death thr

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Psalm 51:10

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 acknowledges

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Psalm 34:1

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. Those wh

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John 3:16

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 picture of G

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Psalm 119:105

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 Lord's Suppe

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Psalm 23:5

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. He emphasiz

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Psalm 8:3

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 atomized into co

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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 sacrifice of Jes

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Psalm 16:11

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 reflects on

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John 14:2

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 ultimate cost

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Psalm 27:13

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 the parado

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Isaiah 12:3

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 emphasizes the c

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Genesis 37:28

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 resurrecti

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Psalm 139:13

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 the spind

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