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Psalms 15:1-5

Contents: Those who shall dwell with God.

Characters: God, David.

Conclusion: Those who would find their way to heaven must have some of heaven in them on their way there. The child of God will walk in the ordinances of the Lord, abhoring that which dishonors Him.

Key Word: Who shall abide, Psalms 15:1.

Strong Verses: Psalms 15:1; Psalms 15:2.

Striking Facts: Psalms 15:1. When we are taught of God, we will see that only our spotless Lord can find acceptance before the Majesty on High. Until we are «in Christ,» conformed to His image, there is no abiding place for us in His tabernacle.

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