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William Law: Selections from A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life by William Law

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Serious call to a Holy Life

Christian Life  by 
William Law

The book is a serious call to the cynical men of our age, encouraging them to take part in the arguments in favour of spiritual life. William Law challenges piety that originates from broken traditions/ He focuses the conversation on Christian perfection that is intrinsically woven with a simple set of rules governing life. He investigates the ideas of the Christian life, Christian tenets, secular and spiritual establishments. He proclaims God gives a direct call for obedience and a living a life centered around, rather than just confining God to merely forgiveness in response to forgiveness. He implores understanding ignorance, inability, commitment and intentions in fresh and vivid prose. He concludes by stating a Christian life is a life completely lived for God. An influential book and a prominent author, Law’s prayers, holiness, stewardship, pride, humility and services shine through, making it relevant today and successful in inspiring contemporary readers.

Don’t Waste Your Life by John Piper

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Do Not Waste Your Life

Christian Life  by 
John Piper

John Piper displays the truth of life in his book, a truth many shy away from. He declares the supreme excellence of God as the highlight of a devoted Christian’s life. Hence, neglecting this passion is being wasteful. He further builds his case by underlining the importance of prayer, thinking and dreaming as God calls us for. John observes the people in the modern world, slipping away from the truth, from the passion as they become enchanted by diversions giving them comfort and pleasure. He wrote this book, both as a warning and as a guide; a warning to not get caught up and a guide to challenge his readers to live for the glory of God, to follow a singular passion. This is a perfect book for people who hope to return on the path of passion as well as people looking for inspiration to build a stronger faith.

Desiring God by John Piper

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Desiring God

Christian Life  by 
John Piper

A perfect study guide for individuals and groups, Desiring God shatters paradigms relating to God in a very dramatic manner, altering common perspectives. In the book, John piper unveils the reality of a choice we are given; between duty and delight, declaring that there is no need to choose the first place because a follower of Jesus considers duty as delight, finds delight in duty similar to the magnified presence of Christ in His people when they are satisfied in Him. Drawing from scripture, Piper demonstrates the directly proportional relationship between the pursuit of joy and glorifying God, building his case by offering discussions on the implications of this conversation on worship and suffering, love and prayer, marriage and missions. Turning the Christian world upside down, Piper beckons us to be free to enjoy Jesus – as a Savior and soul-satisfying treasure because the pursuit of pleasure in God is essential.

Natural Law in the Spiritual World by Henry Drummond

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Natural Law in Spiritual World

Christian Life  by 
Henry Drummond

This book is an important scholarly publication that is noted as culturally important. The book is a brilliant discourse on thought-provoking subjects that require careful deliberation. An evangelist, missionary and naturalist, Henry Drummond was a student of mathematical sciences before he dedicated himself to Christianity. He utilized his position as a lecturer on natural science at the Free Church College to share his faith as often as possible. It is in the preparation of these lectures that Drummond wrote this book as he explores religion and spirituality and their correlation to the natural world. He argues that the disconnect between these worlds is just an illusion and contrary to popular belief, faith does not conflict with science. The timeline in which this book was written, just a decade after Darwin bought forth Origin of Species; Drummond’s recalibration of this theory of evolution in light of God’s purposes is quite remarkable.

Ideal Life by Henry Drummond

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The Ideal Life

Chrstian Life  by 
Henry Drummond

Prefaced with memorials by evangelist W. Robertson Nicoll and theologian Ian Maclaren, a collection of sermons, this book is a celebration of the life of a prominent evangelist and an influential Scottish scholar, Henry Drummond, which his family published in his honor. In the book, Drummond addresses the paramount topics of the nature of Christ, sin, human guilt and salvation, as well as providing solutions for Christians through which they can lead pious lives that please God. Attempting to determine God’s will for one’s life is a monumental task in itself and it is often difficult, Drummond suggests, stressing upon the essentiality of prayer as it is a direct channel to listen to God’s voice and discern his leading. Addressing such critical matters of life in a warm tone, Drummond’s humble and cozy character shines through his work and heartfelt messages, making him very popular and admired by young people.

Holy Living by Jeremy Taylor

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Holy Living

Christian Life  by 
Jeremy Taylor

Originally published in 1650, Holy Living is written as an instruction to devoted Christians in living a holy life of increased personal piety and not indulging in temptations, all done in preparation of blessed death. This book of Christian devotion by Jeremy Taylor is the highest point of English prose in 15th-century death literature. The book elaborates on the concept of a blessed death by extracting knowledge from Theology, ideas of morality and the divine act of prayer which is considered as a call for assistance. In Holy Living, Jeremy addresses questions on practical morality in a manner that is a half personal sermon, displaying his gift for prose; stately and authentic. An admirer of John Wesley, Taylor has drawn from his pool of devotional and literary qualities to write a guide that has the means and instructions on increasing piety, in a language that is beautiful, relatable and simple.

Holy Dying by Jeremy Taylor

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Holy Dying

Christian Life  by 
Jeremy Taylor

Two books on Christian devotion, Holy Living and Holy Dying is a collective title of two books by Jeremy Taylor, representing the peak of English prose during the time of early start. These are artistically written climaxes of a consolatory death literature tradition dating back to the 15th century. The books are written as a perfect pair; Holy Living instructs its readers in leading a virtuous life, building piety and avoiding desires whereas Holy Dying guides on the means and instruments of preparing for a blessed death. Based on Theology, moral capacities and prayers for divine assistance, these books offer balance and understanding to devote Christians. Stately and rapturous, Beautifully and simply, these books are a fusion of Christian instruction and memorial sermon at its core, Jeremy takes inspiration from personal accounts, translating them through his gift of prose, all the while concerned with questions of morality in practical life.

Holiness, Nature and Hindrances by J. C. Ryle

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Holiness, Nature and Hindrances

Christian Life  by 
John C. Ryle

With a deep conviction for practical holiness, Ryle concludes that self-consecration to God is not attended to its full potential by Christians living in the modern country. He builds his case by stating the matters of politics, controversy and worldliness as they eat away the heart of piety, ending in godliness falling into the background. ‘Holiness, Nature and Hindrances’ is a lost treasure written by Ryle who is a prominent Anglican priest and one of the great writers of the nineteenth century. On living a Christ-like life, this book exhibits a profound sense of discipleship in simple language with an aim to spread awareness, gain recognition for the critical importance of discipleship and spirituality in the life of a believer, Church and the kingdom of God. Ranked among the core teachings on being a disciple, the book encourages holiness drawn from bible; holiness in the life we live behind doors.

A Living Sacrifice by Watchman Nee

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A Living Sacrifice

Christian Life  by 
Watchman Nee

A Chinese author and church leader, Nee founded The Church Assembly Hall that was commonly known as ‘Local churches’ or ‘assembly hall’. Born in a Methodist household, Watchman Nee was greatly influenced by the Christian writings and teachings of the British Missionary, M. E. Barber. As Nee never attended any theological schools or Bible institutes, hence his knowledge was acquired by reading Christian spiritual books and Bible. Nee was a notable figure, he travelled throughout China holding conferences and training. This book distils his teachings from a series of basic lessons on the practicality of religion and a devoted Christian life. Drawing inspiration from Nee’s words, the book explores the meaning of spirituality through scripture. The author also encourages his readers to ask themselves the necessary questions about how much they have lived experiences by integrating religion in their living while laying themselves as sacrifices on the altar for God.

The Normal Christian Life by Watchman Nee

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Normal Christian Life

Christian Life  by 
Watchman Nee

Sold over 1 million copies and available in multiple editions and languages, The Normal Christian Life is regarded by many as an introduction of Watchman Nee to the Western communities. In the book, Watchman presents principles that form the foundation of the Christian life, drawing from Roman books. Classic Christian literature, this book is enduring as it narrates Watchman Nee’s accounts, anecdotes and illustrations, combining them with his exposition of Romans. The book unfolds the path of Christ in daily life, faith and the eternal purpose of God in a straightforward and minimalistic manner. The author unveils the secrets hidden in spiritual strengths, power in the experiences of every Christian and insights on the resurrection of Christ. Drawing inspiration from the New Testament of Romans, Watchman Nee progressively moves along; starting from the concept of a self-contained unit, sin and blood, and focusing on the Cross towards the end.