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The Wine of Astonishment Preached at North Street Chapel, Stamford, on December 21, 1862, by J. C. Philpot "You have showed your people hard things—you have made us to drink the wine of astonishment. You have given a banner to those who fear you, that it may be displayed because of the truth." Psalm... consulte Mais informação

Coming to Christ Arthur Pink INTRODUCTION By way of introduction let us bring before the readers the following Scriptures. (1) "You will not come to me, that you might have life" John 5:40. (2) "Come unto me, all you that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest" Matthew 11:28. (3) "No ma... consulte Mais informação

Obstacles to Coming to Christ Arthur Pink "No one can come to Me, unless the Father who sent Me draws him." John 6:44 The natural man is unable to "Come to Christ." The reason why this is such a "hard saying," even unto thousands who profess to be Christians, is that they utterly fail to realize the... consulte Mais informação

FAITHFULNESS Arthur Pink, 1939 "It is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful." 1 Corinthians 4:2 From the preceding verse it is clear that the Apostle was having reference to the ministers of Christ, those whom He has appointed to act as officers in His churches. Other virtues are desira... consulte Mais informação

FAITH Arthur W. Pink (1886-1952) "But without faith it is impossible to please Him" (Heb. 11:6); "But the word preached did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in them that heard it" (Heb. 4:2). The linking together of these verses shows us the worthlessness of all religious activities where... consulte Mais informação

The Liar's Portion! James Smith "All liars shall have their place in the fiery lake of burning sulfur! This is the second death!" Revelation 21:8 Lying is attempting to deceive; and every species of designed deception is lying. It is common to human nature — but it is abhorred by God. It is often pr... consulte Mais informação

The Purchaser's Sin! by James Smith (Editor's note: This is a necessary article for all who seek bargains at 'yard-sales'. ) "It's no good, it's no good! says the buyer. Then off he goes and boasts about his purchase!" Proverbs 20:14 Most people seem to be upon the lookout for bargains — they are no... consulte Mais informação

The Upright Man's Character By Thomas Watson "Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright , for the end of that man is peace. " Psalm 37:37 Sincerity is of universal importance to a Christian. It is the sauce which seasons piety and makes it savory. Sincerity is the jewel which God is most delighte... consulte Mais informação

A Door Unto Everlasting Life, Containing Several Arguments For Leaving Sin and Living Holily by Andrew Gray (1634—1656) Reader, I have always thought that good books (being silent teachers of goodness) are the best part of a man's furniture in his house, and the choicest goods of a country. Yet, man... consulte Mais informação