Introduction

Among the many valuable works upon the life of Paul, this book occupies a field peculiarly its own. The historical narrative is traced down in a clear and connected manner, from the time of Paul's first dealings with the church as a persecutor until he was "offered up" as a willing sacrifice for the cause which he had learned to love more than his own life.

Besides this, from his labors and sufferings, and from the instruction which he gave to the churches under his care, practical lessons are drawn for the church of today. This is the distinctive feature of the book, and is that which makes it particularly valuable.