Growing in Holiness : Understanding God's Role and Yours

In response to the good news of our redemption in Christ, the Christian life is a pursuit of holiness and the development of Christian character, yet our growth in holiness is often gradual. In this book a respected theologian explains how to overcome the obstacles that hinder our spiritual development so we can be conformed into the image of Chri

The Christian life is a process of growing in holiness, our natural response to the good news of our redemption in Christ. This kind of growth is gradual, and obstacles are plentiful. Thankfully, we don''t have to go it alone. God has given us his Spirit so that we can overcome temptation and become more and more conformed to the image of Christ. But how does the Spirit work? What is the nature of our own personal involvement in the process? And how do we know if we are making progress?

Drawn from the lectures of beloved theologian R. C. Sproul, Growing in Holiness explores the doctrine of sanctification, offering insightful commentary on themes such as developing perseverance, overcoming barriers to growth, dealing with feelings of inadequacy, cultivating love for God and others, exhibiting the fruits of the Spirit, and much more. Whether you''re a new believer who wants to understand what the Christian life is all about or you''ve been a Christian for some time but are frustrated by a lack of progress, this book is your guide to pursuing a holy life.