Worldly Conformity, What It Is Not, And What It Is (1878)

Worldly Conformity, What It Is Not, And What It Is is a book written by John Charles Ryle and published in 1878. In this book, Ryle examines the concept of conformity to the world and its impact on the Christian faith. He argues that true Christianity requires believers to be distinct from the world and to live a life of holiness and obedience to God.Ryle begins by defining what worldly conformity is not. He asserts that it is not simply a matter of external behavior or adherence to certain customs and traditions. Rather, true conformity to the world involves a mindset that prioritizes worldly values and desires over obedience to God.Ryle then goes on to describe what worldly conformity is, using biblical examples and teachings to support his arguments. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing and avoiding the temptations of the world, and encourages Christians to seek after godliness and righteousness instead.Throughout the book, Ryle emphasizes the importance of living a life that is pleasing to God, rather than conforming to the standards and expectations of the world. He encourages readers to examine their own lives and to strive for greater obedience to God's commands.Overall, Worldly Conformity, What It Is Not, And What It Is is a thought-provoking and challenging book that encourages Christians to live a life of holiness and obedience to God, rather than conforming to the values and desires of the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.