_Having this confidence--This “I know” of the apostle has
something like its parallel in that of Luther, when his friend and
true yoke fellow, Melancthon, lay at the point of death._
The reformer, it is said, after earnest prayer approached the sick
bed, and uttered these prophetic words, “Cheer up,... [ Continuer la lecture ]
_Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ _
A CALL TO A FOUR-FOLD MANIFESTATION OF SPIRITUAL LIFE
I. To holiness (Philippiens 1:27). As if he had said, I have one
dominating wish in reference to you.
1. It is well to know what God’s princes wish for us. The noblest
desire... [ Continuer la lecture ]
_In nothing terrified by your adversaries _
COURAGE
I. The need Of it.
II. The proofs of it.
III. The advantage of it; it is a sign of perdition to your foes--of
salvation to you. (_J. Lyth, D. D._)
I. Your adversaries are numerous, mighty, terrible, yet they will
certainly perish.
II. Your sa... [ Continuer la lecture ]
_Unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ _
FELLOWSHIP WITH THE MARTYRS AND CONFESSORS
I. Like faith.
II. Like conflicts.
III. Like honour. (_J. Lyth, D. D._)
THE CHRISTIAN’S LIFE IS
I. A life of faith. This faith is--
1. The gift of God--“is given you.”
2. A particular gift bestowed on... [ Continuer la lecture ]