Heaven on Earth: A Treatise on Christian Assurance

Doctrinal basis. Puritan pastoral theology published by Banner of Truth.

Points to weigh

• A long work in Puritan English; start with Beeke’s shorter articles if it feels heavy.
• It deals with hindrances to assurance and with false assurance, which can be hard reading for a tender conscience; read it with a pastor if it troubles you.
• If your doubts come as repeated, intrusive thoughts that you cannot stop, see the OCD and Religious Scrupulosity topic: sources there (for example the International OCD Foundation’s packet for faith leaders) warn that extra reassurance and self-checking can feed the cycle, and recommend a qualified clinician.
• This is pastoral encouragement, not medical care. If you or someone you know is in crisis or danger, call your local emergency number or, in the U.S., call or text 988.

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