The Doctrine and Practice of Holiness: A Biblical and Historical Overview

by Erroll Hulse

There is a very real danger that Christians can fall into extremes when considering holiness. Some so emphasise the sovereign grace of God that they neglect the quest for holiness. Others believe that perfection can be attained in this life, but they burn out in the attempt to achieve it.

Erroll Hulse approached this subject as an experienced pastor. He shows that the whole Bible teaches a consistent and practical message about holiness. He explains God’s design for sanctification, and how he provides every practical means to that end. He also highlights some of the best and most helpful teaching of some of the leading figures in church history. He gives many practical applications for the modern reader.

Reading this book will equip the Christian believer to understand the relationship between justification and sanctification, and to live a life of love to God and of fruitful service to others.

Holiness is the heartbeat of true Christianity. Christ died to make His church holy. Yet holiness is also widely misunderstood, both in its causes and character. The reprint of Erroll Hulse’s excellent book on this subject is sorely needed as it brings clarity and sanity to this precious topic. His book is a road map
to walk the narrow way that leads to life.
—Dr. Joel R. Beeke, President, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, Grand Rapids, Michigan and co-author of A Radical Comprehensive Call to Holiness

Erroll Hulse (1931-2017) was born in South Africa, graduated in architecture, and later studied at London Bible College. In 1957 he co-founded The Banner of Truth with Iain H. Murray. He was the founding editor of Reformation Today and was pastor of Cuckfield Baptist Church from 1962-1984. After that, he was primarily engaged in worldwide ministry, preaching at conferences and in churches in Asia, Europe, the Americas and Africa. He wrote many books, including Give Him No A Call to Prayer for Revival, Introduction to the Baptists, Testimony of Baptism, and Who Are the Puritans?

368 pages, Paperback

Published April 13, 2023

Reviews

[Isaac Hulse · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very enjoyable to read a book by my Grandad! Perhaps I am biased but he writes with both readable warmth and forensic detail. This study of the doctrine of Holiness is extremely comprehensive, covering the subject from all angles. He is incredibly well read - commending the good and exposing the mistakes that have been made by theologians over the centuries. This book is unlikely to teach you any completely new doctrine, but it does give us confidence in the truths we hold dear, encouraging us to hold dearly to the Son, embrace the work of the Spirit, for the glory of the Father as we seek to live holy Christian lives.

[Chris Land · Rating 5 out of 5]

Never heard of Erroll Hulse till recently. I saw this book and was curious. I am praise God for getting. It is one of the best books on holiness I have ever read. It is up there with Jerry Bridges' "Pursuit of Holiness" and J.C. Ryle's "Holiness."