Over the years I have read many books that have helped me grow in Christ. Some have been helpful at different seasons in my life. But if I were to recommend one that stands out it would be The Holiness of God by R.C. Sproul. I initially picked it up and read it over a decade ago. And I continue to go back and refer to it especially in pastoral ministry.
I’ll just share one quote to whet the appetite:
“When we understand the character of God, when we grasp something of His holiness, then we begin to understand the radical character of our sin and helplessness. Helpless sinners can survive only by grace” (pg. 183).
At the end of that chapter Sproul asks some application questions:
--How does understanding God’s wrath help you honor Him as a holy God?
--In what ways do you need God to help you love Him?
These are questions that people who are serious about growing in their knowledge of a holy God are asking. If you sincerely want to grow in worshiping and loving the holy God of Scripture, I suggest getting your hands on The Holiness of God at some point.
“You shall be holy, for I the LORD your God am holy” (Lev 19:2 ESV).
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