13 Compare Job_21:14-15.
17 Compare Jer_31:18-20.
17 The first desire of the prodigal and of all awakened sinners is to
do something themselves to ameliorate their evil condition. "What must
I do to be saved?" This is their constant cry, because they do not
know the Father, and misjudge His love. S... [ Continue Reading ]
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13 Compare Mat_6:24; Gal_1:10; Jam_4:4.
13 God wants the wholehearted service of His slaves. This is not
possible where other motives than His glory, or other objects than His
exaltation are given the first place in the hearts of those who seek
to serve Him. The lure of riches is one of t... [ Continue Reading ]