“There was a time,” writes renowned theologian J. I. Packer in this classic book on biblical holiness, “when all Christians laid great emphasis on God’s

Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit (Galatians 5:25). The Holy Spirit empowers us, guides us, and enables us to grow and endure in

Originally published under the title: Serving the people of God: Carlisle [Eng.]: Paternoster Press, 1998.

Surveys the teachings and beliefs of the Puritans, and calls today's Christians to follow their example of spiritual maturity.

"There was a time," writes renowned theologian J. I. Packer in this classic book on biblical holiness, "when all Christians laid great emphasis on God's call to