J.C. Ryle Books
The J.C. Ryle book category below is courtesy of J.I. Packer and his book: Faithfulness and Holiness: The Witness of J.C. Ryle, [p. 87, 88].
I have provided pictures of Ryle’s books; click the book for more info.
At the bottom of the page are resources linking to Ryle’s tracts & sermons.
Ryle’s books fall into FIVE main categories:
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1. Biblical Exposition:
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2. Devotional Studies:
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3. Historical Studies:
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4. Doctrinal Studies:
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5. Anglican Faith and Practice:
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* Biography on Ryle:
> Short online Ryle biography: William P. Farley
> Average length online Ryle biography: M. Guthrie Clark
> In-depth online Ryle biography: Peter Toon & Michael Smout
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* Daily Devotionals:
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* Booklets:
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* Tracts and Sermons:
There are over 200 printings of Ryle’s tracts that are in circulation and online. For more information on Ryle’s tracts and sermons here are a few sites worth visiting:
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Finally, Charles Nolan Publishing has reprinted several of Ryle’s books in fantastic, clear, easy to read font (which makes a world of difference versus other publishers) and still continue to reprint, with more titles coming soon.
By the grace of God my name is William Gambo Augustine from Abuja Nigeria. I am very happy to know about J.C. Ryle. Why I say I am happy is because when I discovered a book that he wrote about HOLINESS, that book changed my life because I discovered that a Christian that wants to be with God must be holy at all times because God is Holy. I pray God will give us more grace to continue living a holy life till He comes in Jesus name.
God Bless you William, may your life be filled with the wonders of his holiness
To bring JC Ryle into the 21st Century, and I hope he wouldn’t mind me using the modern vernacular, – ‘he was just the coolest dude’.
And the fact that everything he said back in the 1800′s is just as valid today – THAT BEATS ‘COOL’.
Where’s Simplicity in Preaching?
I just read this from page 10 where’s Ryle argues for an organized sermon:
“I am not a bit ashamed to say that I often read the sermons of Mr. Spurgeon. I like to gather hints about preaching from all quarters…Mr. Spurgeon can preach most able, and he proves it by keeping his enormous congregation together…when you read Mr. Spurgeon’s sermons, note how clearly and perspicuously he divides a sermon, and fills each division with beautiful and simple ideas. How easily you grasp his meaning! How thoroughly he brings before you certain great truths, that hang to you like hooks of steel, and which, once planted in your memory, you never forget!”
darefamily,
Thanks for the insightful quote. I’ve added Ryle’s 22 page booklet Simplicity in Preaching to the above list since it was just published this month (March 2010).
By the way, Simplicity in Preaching is taken from a chapter in Ryle’s book entitled The Upper Room.
Glad to hear you’ve enjoyed it.
Thanks, Erik! This little work only gets better as you work your way through. Point #3 in his argument for simplicity is:
III. Take care to aim at a simple style of composition. He goes on to list several pithy, proverbial epigrams that he encourages preachers to memorize. Here are a few that stood out:
-What we weave in time we wear in eternity.
-Sin forsaken is one of the best evidences of sin forgiven.
-He that begins with prayer will end with praise.
-One thief on the cross was saved, that none should despair, and only one, that none should presume.
Ryle is such a blessing to the church.
Thank you for the quotes. I love this site! I have been a Christian since 1975, (at 21 yoa). I was saved and left the Catholic church. In all of the churches I have been to of different denom. None ever mentioned Ryle or wonderful books of authors like JC RYLE. I never heard of him till the last couple of years. I happened upon a church 3 years ago that had a sermon set of Spurgeon. I am on my third book of his sermons. I bought a JC Ryle book at a homeschool convention 2 years ago. I love it! It’s ‘Five English Reformers’
I wonder why all the silence on men such as Ryle and Spurgeon? They have so much to offer still today. I love the doctrines of grace!
Actually, I should have left my comment/question here.
I homeschool. My youngest is 14. I have ‘Five English Reformers’. What would you suggest I read and have on hand next for my situation right now? Thanks Erik.
Laura,
Glad to hear Ryle has been such an encouragement to you. When I first discovered his writings, I couldn’t put them down. I too often wonder how men like Ryle can be so ‘under the radar’ with most Christians. This is why I put together this site, to expose Christians to Ryle writings by offering his Christ-centered quotes as a bit of an appetizer.
To answer your question, I always say that for those looking to read more on Ryle, I would recommend these three books in order:
1) A Call to Prayer. This is a short booklet that is a great way to ‘cut your teeth’ on Ryle’s writing style. Encouraging and convicting at the same time.
2) Holiness. I recommend the first edition (1877, simply click the link ‘Holiness’) which is shorter and has a better flow than the 1879 edition (per J.I. Packer), which had Ryle adding many more spectacular chapters, yet all were unto themselves.
3) Practical Religion: The basics of the Christian life including topics on Prayer, Bible Reading, Lord’s Supper, etc.
To view where you can purchase the books, go to the Books portion of this site. Hope this aids you in your desire to read Ryle. Blessings.
Hi Laura- I would recommend Duties of Parents to everyone with children and Thoughts for Young Men to both parents and children. Both are outstanding.
This is a great quotes site, lots of information.
One website to add, that has the online text for Ryle’s book “Coming Events and Present Duties.” (The book is also in published form, available from Amazon, perhaps others as well.)
http://www.futureisraelministries.org/j_c_ryle.html
Thanks for the link and your kind words Lynda. Much appreciated.
Hey Erik – How is “Boys and Girls Playing”? I have seen it for years but never picked it up. Is it similar to Thought for young Men?
I’m in the middle of Watson’s All things for Good right now. FAN.TAS.TIC!
Also reading Jukes The Law of the Offerings an exposition of Leviticus 1-6 on the types of Christ in the Levitical offerings. Outstanding as well, recommended by Spurgeon.
what are you reading these days?
I just finished the booklet ‘Worship’ and its outstanding. Wonderful thoughts and advice from Ryle, as usual. Highly recommend!!
http://allthyngs.wordpress.com/2010/08/18/a-glorious-summary-a-glorious-hope/