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Genesis 15:1

Genesis 15:1

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public Domain

What the Lord is to his people.

I. A SHIELD against—

1. The charges of the law ().

2. The accusations of conscience ().

3. The force of temptation ().

4. The opposition of the world ().

5. The fear of death ().

II. A REWARD—

1. For sufferings patiently endured (2 Timothy 2:12).

2. For sacrifices cheerfully made ().

3. For service faithfully accomplished ().

Lessons—

1. Admire the exceeding richness of Divine grace.

2. Appreciate the fullness of Divine salvation.

3. Realize the height of Divine privilege accorded to the saint.—W.

HOMILIES BY J.F. MONTGOMERY

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