Zechariah 8:21 - Homilies By W. Forsyth

The soul's response to the gospel call.

"I will go also." This resolution is—

I. PERSONAL . "I." Religion is a thing between the soul and God. We are brought face to face with Christ in the gospel. Free and responsible. Must decide for ourselves.

II. RESULT OF CONVICTION . Many careless, some anxious, others almost persuaded. fie who says, "I will go," has considered the question, and made up his mind on evidence which to him is satisfactory and convincing. "God is with you."

III. PROMPTLY AND THOROUGHLY CARRIED OUT . Not a mere thought; or impulse, or sentiment. Not the result of transitory feelings in times of excitement. But the expression outwardly of the change wrought within—of the heart won to Christ ( Psalms 119:59 , Psalms 119:60 ).

IV. FORTIFIED BY THE SYMPATHY AND APPROVAL OF ALL THE GOOD . We crave sympathy. Alliance with others gives courage, especially at the outset. The fellowship of the saints intensifies our best emotions and increases our purest joys.

V. LEADING TO A TRUE AND NOBLE LIFE .—F.