Nonfiction Review: Growing in Holiness by R.C. Sproul

Sometimes you just want to get back to the simple truths found in materials from classic authors and speakers of the Christian faith. R.C. Sproul is certainly one such public figure, and "Growing in Holiness: Understanding God's Role and Yours," a collection of his speeches and writings, follows as a recent book made available for reflection on select foundations of the faith. Although, I give readers fair warning, Sproul's Calvinist beliefs are very clear in certain parts of "Growing in Holiness."

No matter your own opinion on God's sovereignty, I think there's plenty to digest here. "Understanding God's Role and Yours" addresses a "labor of care and of concern and of diligence that we take every seriously - to the point of fear and trembling," that is, the labor of sanctification. Sproul discusses the obstacles to sanctification and the implications of the fruits of the Spirit, all founded in a confidence and assurance in Christ and ultimately embodied in love. Some readers may find "Growing in Holiness" too basic in its nature, but these are basic facts every Christian should know and consider.

*Disclaimer: I received this book for free in exchange for my honest review.