Crossway Short Classics Update (2 vols.)

by J. C. Ryle; Benjamin B. Warfield

Publisher:

Crossway

, 2022

Overview

The Crossway Short Classics series introduces a new generation of readers to classic works of the faith that are devotionally written, historically significant, and presently applicable to the daily Christian life. Each volume is a timeless Christian work that speaks as powerfully and truthfully about the Christian life as it did in its own day. This series will apply profound biblical wisdom to issues such as depression, sin, and temptation—encouraging even the lowliest of hearts to look to Jesus.

Key Features

• Introduces classic works of the faith
• Includes forewords by Sinclair B. Ferguson and Andrew Atherstone
• Provides timely wisdom for today’s readers

Fighting for Holiness

• Author: J. C. Ryle
• Series: Crossway Short Classics
• Publisher: Crossway
• Publication Date: 2022
• Pages: 80

“True Christianity is a fight,” wrote J. C. Ryle in 1877. He argued that from the day of their conversion until the day they die, Christians are called to be soldiers for Christ in a war for their holiness. This inspiring call to action written more than 100 years ago continues to be a source of great encouragement and inspiration for believers today.

In this addition to the Crossway Short Classics series, Ryle explains why the fight for holiness is one of absolute necessity for Christians. Identifying the three main enemies of every believer—the world, the flesh, and the devil—he emboldens them to “either fight or be lost” in their daily battle and offers biblical and historical examples of notable Christian “soldiers.” Fighting for Holiness is a bold reminder for believers to daily put on the whole armor of God and train their eyes on Christ.

The Emotional Life of Our Lord

• Author: B. B. Warfield
• Series: Crossway Short Classics
• Publisher: Crossway
• Publication Date: 2022
• Pages: 128

In the search to understand the deity of Christ, Christians might overlook what the Bible reveals about his humanity. Did Jesus really feel emotions? What grieved him? What delighted him? How did Jesus—fully human and fully God—react to the world and people around him? Throughout Scripture, Jesus displays a range of emotions that can help believers understand him more intimately.

In The Emotional Life of Our Lord, theologian B. B. Warfield explains how Christ’s complex emotions and personality proved his humanity. It was necessary for Christ to be born in the likeness of mankind to bear their griefs, carry their sorrows, take their infirmities, and ultimately redeem their lives. In this encouraging book, readers learn to see Christ as a compassionate Savior through his sinless expressions of emotions—from righteous anger to abiding love.