We should see and understand God’s goal for our sanctification; and we should also know that “the rules” alone are inadequate to bring it about.
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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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- Brett, Murray G. Growing Up in Grace: The Use of Means for Communion with God. RH Books, 2009.
- Bridges, Jerry. The Pursuit of Holiness. New Edition. NavPress, 2006.
- Chapell, Bryan. Holiness by Grace: Delighting in the Joy that is Our Strength. Crossway, 2003.
- Feinberg, John S. Continuity and Discontinuity: Perspectives on the Relationship Between OT & NT. Crossway, 1988.
- Gundry, Stanley. Five Views on Law and Gospel. Counterpoints Series. Zondervan, 1996.
- Gundry, Stanley. Five Views on Sanctification. Counterpoints Series. Zondervan, 1996.
- Kevan, Ernest. The Grace of Law: A Study in Puritan Theology. Soli Deo Gloria, 1997.
- Kistler, Don. Trust and Obey: Obedience and the Christian. Soli Deo Gloria Ministries, 1997.
- Owen, John. Overcoming Sin & Temptation. Crossway, 2006.
- Piper, John. Future Grace: The Purifying Power of Living by Faith. Multnomah Press, 1998.
- Ryle, J. C. Holiness: It’s Nature, Hindrances, Difficulties and Roots. Reprint. Charles Nolan Publishers, 2001.
- Venning, Ralph. The Sinfulness of Sin. Reprint. Banner of Truth, 1997.