The Doctrine of Election 5. Its Justice Somewhat against our inclinations we have decided to depart again from the logical method of exposition, and instead of now proceeding with an orderly unfolding of this doctrine, we pause to deal with the principal objection which is made against the same. No ... Read More
THE DOCTRINE OF MAN’S IMPOTENCE Chapter 10 OPPOSITION In bringing this study to a close it seems desirable that we should consider the opposition made against this truth before giving an exposition of it. This subject of the moral inability of fallen man for good is peculiarly repugnant to his pride... Read More
These verses form the conclusion of our Lord Jesus Christ’s address on the subject of the scribes and Pharisees. They are the last words which he ever spoke as a public teacher in the hearing of the people. The characteristic tenderness and compassion of our Lord shine forth in a striking manner at ... Read More
Matthew chapter 23 MATTHEW 23:1-12 Then Jesus spoke to the multitudes and to his disciples, saying, "The scribes and the Pharisees sit on Moses' seat. All things therefore they tell you to observe; observe and do, but don't do their works; for they say, and don't do. For they bind heavy burdens that... Read More
CHRIST THE RANSOM FOUND Occasioned by the Death of Mr. John Davenport. Preached Oct. 13, 1754. Then he is gracious unto him, and saith, Deliver him from going to the pit, I have found a ransom.— Job 33:24. The occasion of my reading these words to you at this time, is the decease of Mr. John Davenpo... Read More
1. An inquiry into the way of salvation by Christ being supposed.--2. The sinner is in general directed to repentance and faith.--3. And urged to give up all self-dependence.--4. And to seek salvation by free grace.--5. A summary of more particular directions is proposed.--6. That the sinner should ... Read More
1. Transient impressions liable to be mistaken for conversion, which would be a fatal error.--2. General scheme for self-examination.--3. Particular inquiries--what views there have been of sin?--4. What views there have been of Christ?--5. As to the need the soul has of him;--6. And its willingness... Read More
1.2. The sinner urged to consider how he can be saved from this impending ruin.--3 Not by any thing he can offer.--4. Nor by any thing he can endure.--5 Nor by any thing hr can do in the course of future duty.--6-8. Nor by any alliance with fellow-sinners on earth or in hell.--9. Nor by any interpos... Read More
[This sermon was preached at Carnock, July 18th, 1730, before the administration of the sacrament of the Lord's Supper.] "Nevertheless, he saved them for his name's sake."—Psalm 106:8. My friends, the sacramental cup that some of you have in view, is a cup of salvation; and those that adventure to t... Read More
Sinners Entreated to Be Reconciled to God by Samuel Davies "We are therefore Christ's ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ's behalf: Be reconciled to God!" 2 Corinthians 5:20 To preside in the solemnities of public worship, to direct your thoughts, a... Read More
The Doctrine of Election 5. Its Justice
THE DOCTRINE OF MAN’S IMPOTENCE Chapter 10 OPPOSITION
Expository Thoughts On Matthew - Matthew 23:34-39
Matthew chapter 23
Christ the Ransom found.
A More Particular Account Of The Way By Which This Salvation Is To Be Obtained
The Doubting Soul
The Helpless State Of The Sinner Under Condemnation
God's Great Name, the Ground and Reason of Saving Great Sinners
Sinners Entreated to Be Reconciled to God