We should pursue progress in our sanctification by imitating Christ’s forceful and strategic response to sin and temptation.
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Here are some books that may assist you in a deeper study of the truths presented in this sermon. While Pastor Mike cannot endorse every concept presented in each book, he does believe these resources will be helpful in profitably thinking through this sermon’s topic.
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- Alcorn, Randy C. The Purity Principle: God’s Safeguards for Life’s Dangerous Trials. Multnomah Books, 2003.
- Black, Jeffery S. Sexual Sin: Combating the Drifting and Cheating. P & R, 2003.
- Bridges, Jerry. The Pursuit of Holiness. NavPress, 1996.
- Carty, Jay. Counter Attack: Taking Back Ground Lost to Sin. Yes Ministries, 1988.
- Daniels, Robert. The War Within: Gaining Victory in the Battle for Sexual Purity. Crossway Books, 1997.
- Lewis, C. S. The Screwtape Letters. Barbour Publishing, 1990.
- MacArthur, John. Faith Works: The Gospel According to the Apostles. Zondervan, 1994.
- Miller, C. John. Repentance and the 20th Century Man. Christian Literature Crusade, 1975.
- Owen, John. Overcoming Sin & Temptation. Crossway Books, 2006.
- Packer, J. I. Rediscovering Holiness. Servant Publications, 1999.
- Peterson, David. Possessed by God: A New Testament Theology of Sanctification and Holiness. InterVarsity, 2001.
- Ryle, J. C. Holiness: Its Nature, Hindrances, Difficulties and Roots. Charles Nolan Publishers, 2001.
- Saucy, Robert L. ‘Sinners’ who are Forgiven or ‘Saints’ who Sin? Bibliotheca Sacra, 1995.
- Venning, Ralph. The Sinfulness of Sin. Banner of Truth, 1997.
- Watson, Thomas. The Doctrine of Repentance. Banner of Truth, 1987.