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which has come down through two or three generations of preachers: i “Begin low, proceed slow,
as little as possible about our peculiarities, lest we lessen the simplicity and directness of our message. At the same time, we should endeavor to prune away eccentrici ties, and remove blemishes, that we may become as panes of clear glass through which the light of the gospel may, as easily as possible, visit those that sit in darkness and the shadow of death.— Copyright by Rev. F. B. Meyer, B. A. might, such as intemperance, infidelity, and immorality, which . defy thé forces of Christianity. 2. David—A picture or type of the Christian. (a) In his character—Not perfect,' but sincere, and whole-hearted, satisfied with God. (b) In his qualifications, which were human, but under the power and control of God. (c) In his method of fighting—A pattern for the Christian in his conflicts. II. The Weapons or Armor. David did not neglect his sling, even though he trusted in God. Legitimate aids are useful. Though we must not put our trust in them, we should not throw them away.. 1. The weapons were suited to each man’s needs and ability. The folly of Saul is evidenced by his trying to persuade David to handle another man’s weapons. We must serve God and fight His battles in our way. 2. The weapons were not worldly or carnal.
Rise higher, take fire, When most impressed, Be self-possessed.”
Some men have naturally an easy, unaf fected address. Others suffer from a diffi dence which creates mannerisms and awk wardness. It is, of course, best to think
SERMON T h em e: V ision of th e V alley of D ry Bones. T e x t : Ezekiel 37. I ntroduction . God is, in this incident, preparing His servant, the prophet, for service. Read the chapter over carefully and get the details 'o f the vision in mind. I. A Winged Intelligence—The face of a Man — Reason. II. A Winged Courage—The Face of a Lion. III. A Winged Patience—The Face pf an Ox. IV. A Winged Aspiration—The Face of an Eagle. V. A Winged Fellowship—All Wings Joined Together. —A. C. Dixon.
OUTLINES
T h em e: F ig h tin g G od’s B attles. T ext : 1 Samuel 17:38-49. I ntroduction . •
An exceedingly interesting and well- known story. A type ,of our conflict with the powers of sin—those giants of evil. There is danger of overlooking this aspect of the story. I. The Warriors. 1. Goliath-^One of the Anakim; a Phillistine; type of the world.
Goliath trusted in his weapons of steel. It is to be noted that David did not mention even his sling, and deliberately refused Saul’s armor. Faith in God is the most important thing in our conflicts with sin and Satan.
Over nine feet tall and fully armored, Goliath may represent sin and its power. There are giant evils stalking in the land today with great power and
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