God's Plan with Men

About this book

The work is a Protestant apologetic treatise published in 1912 by T. T. Martin, aimed at presenting “old truths” about salvation in a systematic fashion. It opens with a lyrical prayer‑like verse that frames the author’s intention to “blot” any line not belonging to God, followed by a preface that declares the book’s purpose: to aid both seekers and believers by laying out God’s plan of redemption and the consequences of sin. The table of contents reveals a step‑by‑step progression from the nature of sin and divine justice, through Christ’s atoning work, to the believer’s future reward and character development. The introductory passage explicitly addresses skeptical readers, urging them to engage in earnest, prayerful study and to consult two recommended works before tackling Martin’s arguments.

Martin writes in a formal, didactic style characteristic of early‑20th‑century evangelical literature. The prose is dense with biblical citations, rhetorical questions, and exhortations, reflecting a period when religious authors often combined scholarly reference with pastoral concern. Readers who appreciate thorough theological exposition, historical Christian apologetics, or devotional study will find the book engaging. Those interested in the era’s evangelical discourse on sin, hell, and salvation, especially from a perspective that seeks to reconcile reason with faith, are likely to benefit most from Martin’s methodical approach.