The Building of Character (J. R. Miller Christian Classics)

In The Building of Character, J. R. Miller reminds us that the truest measure of life is not what we possess, accomplish, or leave behind, but what we become before God. With warmth, wisdom, and searching spiritual insight, he shows that character is built slowly—stone by stone—through truth, purity, love, faithfulness, humility, and daily obedience to Christ.

Miller speaks tenderly to those who feel the weight of failure, hidden faults, criticism, weakness, and missed opportunities. He does not flatter the reader, but he does encourage with gospel hope: even broken fragments, surrendered to God, may yet be shaped into something beautiful and useful.

First published in 1894, this devotional classic calls Christians to a higher, holier life—one marked by service, self-denial, perseverance, and love for others. Its message remains deeply practical: build well, build truly, and build for the eye of God.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0GYYM7T15
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 28, 2026
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 187 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8259280113
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.3 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.06 x 0.43 x 7.81 inches
Part of series ‏ : ‎ J. R. Miller Christian Classics
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