Remember that the high toll that sin exacts in our lives should motivate us to pursue obedience with its short-term and long-term rewards.
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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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- Boice, James and Philip Ryken. The Doctrines of Grace: Rediscovering the Evangelical Gospel. Crossway, 2002.
- Chantry, Walter J. Today’s Gospel: Authentic or Synthetic? Banner of Truth, 1970.
- Chapell, Bryan. Holiness by Grace: Delighting in the Joy That is Our Strength. Crossway, 2003.
- Dever, Mark, Ligon Ducan, et al. Proclaiming a Cross-Centered Theology. Crossway, 2009.
- Elliot, Elisabeth. The Liberty of Obedience. Servant Ministries Publishers, 1987.
- Frame, John M. A Theology of Lordship: The Doctrine of God. P & R Publishing, 2002.
- Harris, Murray J. Slave of Christ: A New Testament Metaphor for Total Devotion to Christ. InterVarsity, 2001.
- Lutzer, Erwin. Your Eternal Reward: Triumph & Tears at the Judgment Seat of Christ. Moody Press, 1998.
- MacArthur, John. Hard to Believe: The High Cost and Infinite Value of Following Jesus. Thomas Nelson, 2003.
- Owen, John. Overcoming Sin & Temptation. Crossway Books, 2006.
- Peterson, David. Possessed by God: A New Testament Theology of Sanctification and Holiness. InterVarsity, 2001.
- Piper, John. A Godward Life: Savoring the Supremacy of God in All of Life. Multnomah Press, 1999.
- Piper, John. What Jesus Demands from the World. Crossway Books, 2006.