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How Does Sanctification Work?

Charles Terpstra·2025-07-01
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Rev. Ryan Barnhill reviews David Powlison's "How Does Sanctification Work?," a practical rather than dogmatic treatment of sanctification that emphasizes "street-level" Christian living. The review notes that while the book lacks detailed theological and historical analysis, it provides valuable practical guidance on how sanctification works out in daily life—in matters of money, sexuality, work, relationships, and prayer.

The following book is reviewed by Rev. Ryan Barnhill, pastor of Heritage PRC in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. How Does Sanctification Work?, by David Powlison. Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2017. Pp. 123. Author David Powlison does the church of Christ a service in this brief work on God's work of sanctification. This is a down-to-earth, easy-to-understand treatment of a topic that in Reformed and Presbyterian circles has been studied and discussed for many years. If you are looking for a...

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Charles Terpstra
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2025-07-01

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SanctificationChristian LivingBook Reviews
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