J.C. Ryle's classic HOLINESS is one of the few books every Christian should read beyond his Bible. Written out of a controversy over "definite" or "complete" sanctification, HOLINESS goes much beyond debating and clarifying that entire sanctification will only be obtained in Heaven. He develops a complete and practical theology of holiness, one that stood the test of Scripture, the test of time, and the test of attacks by liberal theologians and by promoters of the more contemporary "easy believism" Christianity. This great classic needs no further commendation. All those who will read it will remember its counsels and will recommend it to others. J.C. Ryle's familiar style, clear, concise, and biblical, clarifies what sanctification, holiness, assurance, growth, and love for Christ mean. And he does this in accordance to the Bible and with a permanent eye on its practical applications. This book has been originally published in 1879. The current edition has been proofread, typeset for eBook readers, and slightly updated for modern readers. About the author: John Charles Ryle (1816-1900) was an Anglican preacher and theologian, and an author of over 100 books and tracts, widely distributed during his lifetime and some time after his death. Ryle died June 10, 1900, in England