Pleasing God: Discovering the Meaning and Importance of Sanctification

By R.C. Sproul

Book Overview

Dr. R.C. Sproul is one of the most vital and renowned theologians of our time. For over 40 years Dr. Sproul has encouraged, educated, and enlightened millions through his books, teaching, and ministry. How can imperfect people hope to please a perfect God? The answer is both simple and challenging: sanctification. Pleasing God takes an in-depth look at sanctification and its essential role in the life of every believer. Filled with Biblical insights, this release guides both new and seasoned Christians through God's path for transforming His people.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0781407281
• ISBN13: 9780781407281
• Release Date: September 2012
• Publisher: David C Cook
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.6" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Love this book.

I love how God introduced Dr RC Sproul to me. I learned and understand so much on how to please God. I truly miss Dr Sproul.

An Excellent Resource for Discipleship

In our days where evangelical churches emphasize quick decisions, mechanical 'the sinner's prayer', numbers, fun and programs without earnest efforts in discipleship, I consider Sproul's "Pleasing God" one of my highly recommended materials (another one is J.C Ryle's "Holiness") for new Christians to grow in grace in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. The book contains basic doctrines of sin, justification, atonement, sanctification, assurance and exhortation to persevere to the end. Even for mature Christians, there is nothing wrong to go back to the basics. As always, Prof. Sproul, whose writing style tends to resemble that of C.S. Lewis', mixes doctrines, applications and examples, some of which are taken from his own testimonies and experiences.

What Would Jesus Do?

As a new Christian I hunger to know God, to know His will for me, and to understand my place in this world. RC provides practical guidance for that purpose. In Pleasing God, as in all his books, I find his logical, analytical and humorous approach to theology completely engaging. Each chapter centers around an issue we must face, such as the battle with the flesh, then describes real world examples and addresses the appropriate Christian response through scripture passages and our Lord's perfect example. I highly recommend this along w/Sproul's other treasures, such as Almighty Over All, The Holiness of God, and Chosen by God.