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Holiness by John Charles Ryle

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Holiness – Part 1

Doctrine – Theology  by 
John Charles Ryle

By John Charles Ryle, Holiness is a timeless classic that speaks to all Christians with the same message it did when it was first published in 1877 – that holiness is the key to a successful, bless-filled life. In this book, Ryle outlines how to live a holy life and the dangers of living in sin. He talks about how to live righteously, live a life of love, and stay strong in faith. He also encourages readers to strive for deeper communion with God and a deeper understanding of the Word of God. As a classic in Christian literature, Holiness by John Charles Ryle is a must-read for any Christian looking to live a life of holiness and reap the many benefits that come with it.

Holiness by John Charles Ryle

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Holiness – Part 2

Doctrine – Theology  by 
John Charles Ryle

Holiness by John Charles Ryle remains a timeless classic first published in 1877 and still speaks to Christians with the same message: Holiness is the key to success and blessing. In this book, Ryle explains how to live a life of holiness and the dangers of remaining in sin. Throughout the book, he discusses how to pursue a righteous life, love, and stay strong in faith. The author also encourages readers to strive for a more profound knowledge of God’s Word and closer communion with Him. Any Christian who wants to live a life of holiness and reap its many benefits should read Holiness by John Charles Ryle, a classic in Christian literature.

Regeneration Or the New Birth by A. W. Pink

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Regeneration Or the New Birth

Doctrine – Theology  by 
A. W. Pink

As Adam’s fallen descendants, we are unfit for Heaven and bound for Hell because of the bondage of sin. If that’s the case, who then can be saved? What can we do to attain salvation? Jesus answered that with men, it is impossible. But with God, all things are possible.
Though born to Christians parents, AW Pink embraced Theosophical society. Through his father’s patient rebuke from the Scriptures, he converted to Christianity. Proverbs 14:12 specifically struck his heart and compelled him to follow Jesus.
In this book, Pink emphasized the need for illumination and explained why men need to be born again. For an accurate Biblical perspective of God’s saving work, we need a proper understanding of the doctrine of regeneration. Pink’s work is undoubtedly one of the finest books available in this doctrine.

Almost Christian Discovered by Matthew Mead

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Almost Christian Discovered

Doctrine – Theology  by 
Matthew Mead

How low can a believer fall and yet have true grace? How high may a hypocrite attain and yet have no grace? A Christian is a person who believes and follows Christ, but what does it take to follow Him? Many who claims that they are Christians do not really know what it is to be a Christian. Unfortunately, those who claim beliefs without true faith do more harm to the Gospel than the enemy of Christ. In this book, Mead will help us see how we could be zealous for God yet possibly miss heaven and how we can avoid such eternal disaster. It shows the symptoms of false conversion and the remedies that can be taken for true faith in Christ. As we read this book, let’s search our own hearts that we may be true to the faith we are professing.

Existence and Attributes of God by Stephen Charnock

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The Existence and Attributes of God

Doctrine – Theology  by 
Stephen Charnock

The attributes of God cannot be described by a few words, and Charnock is not a man of few words. It may be a lot of text at first glance, and one may complain how there can be too much written about God. But with all the books written about Him, we are yet to see what lies beneath the surface. The Scripture is the authoritative text inspired by God over everything, while this book is the authoritative text written by a person about the existence and attributes of God. This work may be extensive but is worth the read. Through this book, may we be able to see a glimpse of what we are about to experience in eternity.

New Covenant in Christ by Stanford E. Murrell

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New Covenant in Christ

Doctrine – Theology  by 
Stanford E. Murrell

What does living during the first century and walking with Christ look like? Would we recognize him as the promised Messiah if we lived in that era? Or would we be among the crowd who shout crucify him? Stanford Murrell began preaching as early as 14 years old. At 15, he was given a license to preach. At 18, he served as a Chaplain’s assistant in the US Army. His vocation has begun early and continues as a school teacher, school administrator, pastor, traveling evangelist, and author. In this book, he lets his readers travel through time by recapturing the moment Christ exists. He showed how a carpenter’s son was revealed to us as the Lord of lords and how God illuminated His wisdom through unlikely heroes like fishermen and a once-blinded Pharisee. If you want to feel what it looks like to walk in that era, download this book.

Reformed Doctrine of Predestination by Loraine Boettner

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Reformed Doctrine of Predestination

Doctrine – Theology  by 
Loraine Boettner

This Reformed classic by Loraine Boettner (1901-1990) provides both the Scriptural basis and the historical background for Calvinism. It serves as a solid primer for those who are unfamiliar with Calvinistic belief. Boettner also includes a short biography on Calvin, and he summarizes the progression of Calvinism in Europe and in America. This is a highly recommended read for all, both Reformed and non-Reformed.

The Ryle Anthology by J. C. Ryle

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The Ryle Anthology

Doctrine – Theology  by 
J. C. Ryle

J.C. Ryle was famously known as “the man of granite with the heart of a child.” He was a minister within the church of England for almost four decades. He also became Bishop of Liverpool in 1880. This anthology compiles his 15 sermons, including three evangelistic tracts and chapters from his books. Ryle gained international prominence as an author, preacher, and Bible expositor. He wrote about practical and spiritual themes and is best known today for his plain and lively writing that reached ordinary people. His written works sold millions of copies during his lifetime, and many had been republished in modern times. The primary objective of his ministry was to encourage strong and serious Christian living, and his written works carry the same inspiration as well. May we acquire a new force in living as we read them.

The Bonar Anthology by Horatius Bonar

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Bonar Anthology

Doctrine – Theology  by 
Horatius Bonar

Even in his senior years, Bonar still took his portable pulpit out in the streets to preach the Gospel to sinners. Despite his fame and notoriety in the UK, his call is toward the sinners. He warned them to flee from the entrapment of sin for the freedom of the world to come. God had used Him greatly in 19th century Scotland for the saving of lost souls. This anthology is a collection of books written by Bonar. Some works included selected chapters, while some works included the complete content. Bonar made an on-point warning about consumer religion which is an epidemic in the world today. His thoughts about salvation and true faith can also be seen in this treasury. If you desire straightforward truth, you’ll be happy to have this work.

Everlasting Righteousness by Horatius Bonar

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The Everlasting Righteousness

Doctrine – Theology  by 
Horatius Bonar

What do we need to do in order to be saved? Is it enough to have faith? Do we know the Gospel well enough to understand salvation? Or is there something we need to restore so that we would not miss the point?
Bonar explains that the center of Christ’s Gospel is Christ alone—faith in God, not faith in faith. A faith rested on the assurance that we are saved, not in doubt and fear that we are not.
In this book, the element of the Gospel is thoroughly examined in an intellectual manner but in terms that are simple enough to be understood by anyone. It may be repetitive at times, but it hammered something home. This is the kind of teaching we need to restore in this time where many children forsake the church. They need the Gospel to make sense to believe in, and Bonar does the job.