The Pursuit of Holiness
Jerry Bridges
"Run in Such a Way as to Get the Prize."
1 Corinthians 9:24
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The pursuit of holiness / Jerry Bridges.-- 25th Anniversary ed.
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Includes bibliographical references.
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Contents
1. Holiness Is for You Romans 6:14
2. The Holiness of God 1 Peter 1:15-16
3. Holiness Is Not an Option Hebrews 12:14
4. The Holiness of Christ 2 Corinthians 5:21
5. A Change of Kingdoms Romans 6:6-7
6. The Battle for Holiness Romans 7:2
7. Help in the Daily Battle Romans 6:1
8. Obedience—Not Victory Romans 8:13
9. Putting Sin to Death Colossians 3:5
10. The Place of Personal Discipline 1 Timothy 4:7
11. Holiness in Body 1 Corinthians 9:27
12. Holiness in Spirit 2 Corinthians 7:1
13. Holiness and Our Wills Philippians 2:13
14. Habits of Holiness Romans 6:19
15. Holiness and Faith Hebrews 11:8
16. Holiness in an Unholy World John 17:15
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About The Pursuit of HolinessHoliness. The Christian's joint venture with God. "Be holy, for I am holy," commands God to His people. But holiness is something that is often missing in the Christian's daily life. According to Jerry Bridges, that's because we're not exactly sure what our part in holiness is. In The Pursuit of Holiness, he helps us to see clearly just what we should rely on God to do-and what we should accept responsibility for ourselves. This book will help you understand:
• How God has equipped us to lead holy lives • Guidelines for determining right from wrong • How reason and emotions influence our will • How habits and personal discipline play a part in holy living
Whether you're continuing your pursuit of holiness or just beginning, the principles and guidelines in The Pursuit of Holiness will challenge you to obey God's command of holiness. |
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