Book excerpt: Giving thanks unto the Father, . . . Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son. (Colossians 1:12-13) Awake! Awake! slumbering church, and clothe yourself with the garments of your Lord’s salvation and righteousness. He waits to be gracious to you. Return unto your first love before the candlestick is removed. Purge the “leaven” of wickedness and dishonesty from your midst. Spurn the “honey” of the world, and let us cleanse our garments from the stains of seeking pleasure, commercialism, and worldliness. Let us refrain from the entertainment, moneymaking craze that is now resting upon us. Let us deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Christ. Table of Contents 1. The Wisdom of God in the Cross 2. The Love of God in the Cross 3. The Power of God in the Cross 4. If Any Man Sin 5. He Is Faithful to Cleanse 6. God’s Faithfulness 7. God’s Indwelling 8. Whom are You Serving? 9. Spiritual Laws 10. In Dark Places 11. Offenses 12. Victory or Defeat? 13. Pressing On for the Prize 14. The Test of Faith 15. Having Done All, to Stand 16. The Coming of the Lord