Romans 7 presents a dramatic and frustrating internal conflict that illustrates that attempts to please God without the enablement of the Holy Spirit are always futile.
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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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- Beeke, Joel R. The Quest for Full Assurance. Banner of Truth, 1999.
- Carty, Jay. Counter Attack: Taking Back Ground Lost to Sin. Yes Ministries, 1988.
- Lloyd-Jones, Martyn. Assurance of Our Salvation: Studies in John 17. Crossway Books, 2000.
- Lundgaard, Kris. The Enemy Within: Straight Talk About the Power and Defeat of Sin. P & R Publishing, 1998.
- MacArthur, John. Saved Without A Doubt: How to Be Sure of Your Salvation. Victor Books, 1992.
- Needham, N. R. The Triumph of Grace: Augustine’s Writings on Salvation. Grace Publications, 2000.
- Peterson, David. Possessed by God: A New Testament Theology of Sanctification and Holiness. InterVarsity, 2001.
- Piper, John. Desiring God: Meditations of a Christian Hedonist. Multnomah Press, 1996.
- Piper, John. Finally Alive: What Happens When We Are Born Again. Christian Focus, 2009.
- Ryle, J. C. Holiness: Its Nature, Hindrances, Difficulties and Roots. Charles Nolan Publishers, 2001.