None of us likes to be sick. But as J. C. Ryle points out, sickness, like the sin that caused it, is universal to all mankind. And while sickness is indeed a misery, Ryle shows that, at the same time, it confers general benefits on mankind. He writes, “It is a blessing quite as much as a curse. It is a rough schoolmaster, I grant. But it is a real friend to man’s soul.” He goes on to describe some of the ways that God uses sickness for good and the special duties that its prevalence requir...

"Captivated by the Love of Christ: Discovering the Depth of His Affection for Us" is a heartfelt journey into the boundless love of Jesus Christ. This book invites readers to explore the profound and transformative love that Christ has for humanity, a love that is both personal and all-encompassing. Through a blend of theological insights, biblical teachings, and personal reflections, this book reveals how Christ's love can heal wounds, restore broken relationships, and fill every aspect o...

A Call to Prayer is one manual on prayer, its importance and necessity in the Christian life.A book that will bring growth and knowledge about prayer and invite him to live with greater intimacy with God.Written by J.C. Ryle, important preacher Christian.

"And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love!" 1 Corinthians 13:13 "The end of the commandment is love." 1 Timothy 1:5 Love is rightly called "the Queen of Christian graces." It is a grace which all people profess to admire. It seems a plain practical thing which everybody can understand. It is none of "those troublesome doctrinal points" about which Christians are disagreed. Thousands, I suspect, would not be ashamed to tell you that they knew nothi...

John Charles Ryle (10 May 1816 – 10 June 1900) was an English evangelical Anglican bishop. He was the first Anglican bishop of Liverpool. He was the eldest son of John Ryle, private banker, of Park House, Macclesfield, M.P. for Macclesfield 1833, and Susanna, daughter of Charles Hurt of Wirksworth, Derbyshire. He was born at Macclesfield on 10 May 1816. He was educated at Eton and the University of Oxford, where his career was unusually distinguished. He was Fell exhibitioner at Christ Chu...

"Yes, He is altogether lovely. This is my Beloved, and this is my FRIEND!" Song of Solomon 5:16"The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and you say: Here is a glutton and a drunkard, a FRIEND of tax collectors and sinners!" Luke 7:34A friend is one of the greatest blessings on earth. Tell me not of moneylove is better than gold; sympathy is better than lands. He is the poor manwho has no friends!This world is full of sorrowbecause it is full of sin. It is a dark pl...

John Charles Ryle (10 May 1816 – 10 June 1900) was an English evangelical Anglican bishop. He was the first Anglican bishop of Liverpool. He was the eldest son of John Ryle, private banker, of Park House, Macclesfield, M.P. for Macclesfield 1833, and Susanna, daughter of Charles Hurt of Wirksworth, Derbyshire. He was born at Macclesfield on 10 May 1816.He was educated at Eton and the University of Oxford, where his career was unusually distinguished. He was Fell exhibitioner at Chr...

She’s hiding from scandal. He’s hiding from her. And this small town isn’t big enough for both of their secrets.Benny Rhodes is perfectly happy with his quiet, small-town life in Bodega Bay. No paparazzi, no screaming fans—just his music, his surfboard, and his well-earned reputation as the guy who always brings the best muffins to town meetings. Most importantly, no one here cares that he used to be a teenage heartthrob. And no one knows that he’s secretly been ghostwriting hit so...

He’s a man with a secret. She’s honest to a fault—and about to blow his cover.Alice Taylor is ready to leave her small-town life behind and start fresh. When the opportunity to work for billionaire Billy Baxter—who’s launching a professional soccer team—lands in her lap, she jumps at the chance.Adventure, a new city, and a career? Yes, please.Only Alice didn’t plan on Will.Ridiculously sexy, effortlessly charming, and annoyingly professional...

She’s tough. He’s golden. One dare later, they’re hitched.I’ve sworn off love, so accidentally marrying a stranger after a friendly game of Truth or Dare? Worst. Case. Scenario. Never mind that Evander Young is a brilliant ER doctor with a dimpled smile that makes my heart race.News of our nuptials spreads through my small beach town like wildfire—only everyone thinks it’s real after a long-distance romance. With my mom ecstatic that her grumpy, boxing-inst...

"Do You Love Christ? Love of Christ as Evidence of Salvation" is a profound exploration of one of the most critical questions in the Christian faith: Do you truly love Christ? This book delves into the essence of genuine love for Jesus, examining how it serves as a definitive marker of true salvation. Through a collection of insightful essays and teachings from renowned Christian thinkers like J.C. Ryle, Charles Spurgeon, and Jonathan Edwards, this book challenges readers to examine their ...

Separation from the world is not only a biblical concept, but also a vital issue for today. As in Ryle's day, "There is a widely-spread desire to make things pleasant in religion—to saw off the corners and edges of the cross, and to avoid, as far as possible, self-denial." Ryle reminds us of the danger of friendship with the world. He shows what true separation is not, and then what it does consist of. Finally, we learn that the secret of real victory over the world is the Christian's hear...