Wilberforce's classic work is concerned with convincing those who call themselves Christians to pursue "the real nature and principles of the religion which they profess." Christianity is not a mere morality, to be held in private. Christianity is revelation from God, bringing new rights and correspondent duties. It is an entire way of life that requires diligence and study and that should affecct every aspect of the Christian's public and private life. Completely retypeset with an index, explanatory notes, scripture references and other helps.