Prepared by Grace, for Grace, Joel R. Beeke and Paul M. Smalley. Reviewed by Rev. Martyn McGeown

This review examines Joel Beeke and Paul Smalley's historical and theological analysis of Puritan preparatory grace doctrine, tracing how various Puritan writers (Perkins, Sibbes, Preston, and others) developed elaborate soteriological processes meant to convict sinners through law-preaching. The reviewer appreciates the book's historical examination but raises important concerns about whether such complex preparation theology distresses believers' consciences and obscures the clarity of regeneration and assurance.