J.C. Ryle wrote this timeless classic on holiness over a hundred years ago, yet how poignant his words still are for us today. Sadly, we all know how easy it is to appear godly in public, while behind closed doors to continue in our own sin. This modern English version will challenge a new generation of readers to live a Christ–like life and to not to simply settle for half–hearted holiness, but to strive to be holy in every area of our lives.