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“The soul hardens rapidly, under the fires of lust.” William Howard Van Doren (1810-1882)

“If the imputation of Adams’s sin and of Christ’s righteousness be doctrines contained in the word of God, commentaries that labor to expel them from that word must be grossly pestiferous books, which no Christian ought to recommend, but which, … Continue reading →

“All beings whatever, from the highest angel to the meanest reptile, and from the meanest reptile to the minutest atom, are the objects of God’s eternal decrees and particular providence.” Jerome Zanchius (1516-1590)

“A surgical operation may cause much pain and suffering, and I may dread to submit myself to it; but if I have the assurance that it is the only and sure way to recovery, I consider it a good thing.” … Continue reading →

“Be assured of this, that a mind not at rest bespeaks a soul not a rest; and whatever men may affirm to you about their assurance or their peace, if you see them ever on the watch, ever on the … Continue reading →

“It is evident, therefore, that holiness is the sum of all excellence and the combination of all the attributes which constitute perfection of character.” James Petigru Boyce (1827-1888)

“As to its duration, it is to eternity; “having loved his own, which were in the world, he loved them unto the end,” John 13:1; his love is invariable, unalterable, and unchangeable: it is like himself, “the same yesterday, to-day, … Continue reading →

“So the authority to preach the gospel is an unmerited privilege, and is so confessed by Paul himself. Eph. 3:8. No man deserves to be a minister of Christ. Salvation from first to last is of grace. No man deserves … Continue reading →

“To bless God is to adore Him, to acknowledge His excellency, to express the highest veneration and gratitude. To bless God is to render Him the homage of our hearts as the Giver of every good and perfect gift. The … Continue reading →

“If we truly appreciate the mystery of God’s grace and wisdom, we shall study the Bible as one who has found great spoil. The very nature and content of the Bible as God’s Word will compel our most earnest application … Continue reading →