Holiness: The False and the True by Harry A. Ironside

First Edition: November 1912
Twenty-Sixth Printing: November 1988

Overview

Holiness: The False and the True by Harry A. Ironside is a deeply personal and theological examination of the concept of holiness. Ironside draws from his early Christian experiences, recounting his struggles to attain holiness through his own efforts before discovering the liberating truth of finding all in Christ. Through this narrative, Ironside critiques the so-called "holiness teachings" that promote self-reliance, contrasting them with the biblical understanding of holiness as a gift of grace through Christ.

This book serves as a warning and encouragement, using Ironside’s personal journey to help others avoid the pitfalls of relying on the flesh and embrace the fullness of Christ’s work for true spiritual victory.

Product Features

• Format: Paperback
• Pages: Not explicitly stated
• Language: English
• First Published: November 1912
• Latest Printing: November 1988

Key Themes

1. Personal Testimony: Ironside shares his early struggles to achieve holiness and the eventual breakthrough of finding sufficiency in Christ.
2. Critique of Legalism: The book critiques teachings that place undue emphasis on human effort and self-perfection.
3. Biblical Holiness: Emphasizes holiness as a result of divine grace rather than human striving, grounded in Scripture.
4. Warning and Encouragement: Seeks to spare readers the anguish of legalistic approaches to faith and encourages reliance on God’s promises.
5. Practical Theology: Explores how the truths of holiness and grace can transform everyday Christian living.

Interesting Facts

• Author Background: Harry A. Ironside (1876–1951) was a prominent Bible teacher, evangelist, and pastor of Moody Church in Chicago, known for his practical and accessible theological writings.
• Personal Approach: Ironside uses his own failures and frustrations as a case study, making the book relatable and impactful for readers who may face similar struggles.
• Inspirational Legacy: This book continues to inspire believers to embrace a grace-centered approach to Christian living.
• Biblical Foundation: Ironside’s teachings are grounded in Scripture, with references to the Apostle Paul and Ecclesiastes to illustrate his points.

Publishers

• Publisher: Original publication details not explicitly stated for this printing.

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