"Self-denial is one of the fundamental principles of the Christian life. It is elemental Christianity," writes author Ryan McGraw. Christians, regardless of personal cost, must believe and do everything Christ teaches them; they must also reject and flee from everything He forbids them. McGraw helps readers develop an understanding of this essential principle of Christian life by providing a thorough explanation of self-denial and its importance. Then he gives examples of what it means in practice.
"Deny yourself." For the Christian, this is one of the most difficult biblical commands to put into practice. Our sinful nature is selfish and always wants to hoard more and more. Ryan McGraw's booklet is a powerful call to the 21st-century church to become more like Jesus and less like the world, to be transformed by the Spirit rather than conformed to the world. We need this exhortation today, and I am pleased to recommend a booklet that makes this call to us." Daniel R. Hyde, Pastor, Oceanside United Reformed Church, Carlsbad, California.
