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To Confess Christ, July 1
Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth
in him, and he in God.
1 John 4:15
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The confession of which John here speaks, is not the result of a nominal
faith, but is the result of an abiding faith in the living Saviour,—the result
of believing that the blessings of salvation are brought within our reach
through the sufferings and death of Christ, who was raised from the dead,
and ever liveth to make intercession for us. We should feel assured that
Jesus is our Saviour, and that life would not be enjoyable, nor afford us
peace or hope, if He had not loved us and given Himself for us
Our claim to Christ’s righteousness is without a flaw, if we meet the
conditions upon which it is promised. God has bestowed upon us all
heaven in one rich gift, and whatever the gift includes is ours, if we accept
Christ as our personal Saviour.... Speak of Jesus, educate the tongue to
speak of His mercy, to tell of His power, showing forth the praises of Him
who hath called you out of darkness into His marvelous light
Christian youth, you are a spectacle unto the world, to angels, and to
men. Be brave in God. Put on the whole armor of God, and let unbelievers
about you see that your life is not spoiled because you stand loyal and true
to all the commandments of God. You can be, and God requires you to be,
a decided witness for Him
We need to dwell on the words of courage that Christ spoke to His
disciples toward the close of His earthly ministry.... Though a cruel death
was just before Him, Christ’s words to His followers were full of hope. He
desired to bring all the comfort possible to their hearts. Let us be strong in
Him
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1
The Youth’s Instructor, January 6, 1898
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2
The Youth’s Instructor, July 12, 1894
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3
The Youth’s Instructor, July 12, 1894
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4
Letter 24, 1912
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