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Union and Communion

Typed by: Kathy Sewell ksewell@gate.net, May 20, 1997

This book is in the public domain

OR

THOUGHTS ON THE

SONG OF SOLOMON

BY

J. HUDSON TAYLOR, M.R.C.S.

FORWARD BY

REV. J. STUART HOLDEN, M.A., D.D.

NINTH IMPRESSION

THE CHINA INLAND MISSION, LONDON

PHILADELPHIA, TORONTO, AND MELBOURNE

AGENTS: THE RELIGIOUS TRACT SOCIETY

4 BOUVERIE STREET, LONDON, E.C.4.
First printed in "China's Millions." Reprinted in Book form--First and Second Editions, 6000 copies
Reprinted June 1914 Reprinted January 1918 Reprinted June 1921 Reprinted November 1923 Reprinted May 1926 Reprinted January 1927 Reprinted July 1929 Total, 19,000 copies

Printed in Great Britain by R. & R. Clark, Limited, Edinburgh.

Contents

Forward
Introductory
The Title

I. The Unsatisfied Life and its Remedy. Chapter i. 2-ii. 7.
II. Communion Broken. Restoration. Chapter ii. 8-iii. 5.
III. Unbroken Communion. Chapter iii. 6-v. I.
IV. Communion Again Broken. Restoration Chapter v. 2-vi. 10.
V. Fruits of Recognized Union. Chapter vi. II-viii. 4.
VI. Unrestrained Communion. Chapter viii. 5-14.

Synopsis of Union and Communion by Hudson J. Taylor

Union and Communion by Hudson J. Taylor is a profound exploration of the believer’s spiritual relationship with Jesus Christ, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a close, personal union with Him as the foundation for spiritual life and growth. Drawing heavily from Scripture and Taylor’s own experiences, the book aims to deepen the reader’s understanding of what it means to be united with Christ and to live in communion with Him daily.

The central theme of the book revolves around the biblical truth that every believer is inherently united with Christ through faith. Taylor emphasizes that this union is not merely a positional truth but a dynamic reality that should influence every aspect of a Christian’s life. He explains that Christ’s death and resurrection have made it possible for believers to partake in His life, death, and resurrection, leading to a transformed life characterized by love, obedience, and joy.

Taylor discusses the importance of continuous communion with Christ—a daily, ongoing fellowship that involves prayer, meditation on Scripture, and reliance on the Holy Spirit. He underscores that this communion is not something to be achieved through effort alone but is a gracious gift that believers should cultivate by faith and dependence on God. The book advocates for a life rooted in intimacy with Christ, which naturally results in a life of holiness and service.

A significant portion of the book addresses the practical aspects of cultivating this union and communion, including the necessity of surrendering personal will, trusting in Christ’s sufficiency, and cultivating a responsive heart through prayer and meditation. Taylor stresses that true union with Christ transforms the believer’s desires and motives, aligning them more closely with God’s will. This union, he explains, is the source of spiritual strength, joy, and victorious living.

Furthermore, Taylor explores how this union and communion impact the believer’s relationship with others. He advocates that a life rooted in Christ’s love naturally overflows into love for others, leading to a life characterized by humility, compassion, and service. The book encourages believers to view their daily walk as a continuous participation in Christ’s life, extending beyond personal sanctification to active service in the world.

Throughout, Union and Communion encourages believers to rely completely on Christ, to remember that their spiritual life depends on their ongoing relationship with Him, and to live out their faith rooted in the reality of their union with Him. Taylor’s writing combines biblical expositions with practical counsel, making the book a timeless guide for those seeking a deeper, more intimate walk with Jesus Christ.