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  YE ARE INITIATED INTO THE MYSTERIES OF THE GOSPEL
  by Ignatius of Antioch
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Summary: This sermon is a heartfelt message from Ignatius of Antioch to
the saints, encouraging them to persevere in their faith and
highlighting the significance of Paul's influence in the Gospel.

Topics: "Christian Martyrdom", "Prayer Assurance"
Scripture References: Genesis 4:10, Acts 9:15, Romans 8:34, Philippians 1:3, Hebrews 12:1

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Ignatius of Antioch, in his letter, acknowledges his own insignificance
and imminent danger, contrasting it with the mercy and establishment in
Christ of his audience. He humbly considers himself the least among
those who have suffered for Christ, from Abel to himself. He encourages
his audience to follow the example of Paul, the holy martyr, and
expresses his desire to be found at the feet of Jesus Christ alongside
all the saints. Ignatius assures them of Jesus' constant prayers for
them.

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I know both who I am, and to whom I write. I am the very insignificant
Ignatius, who have my lot with those who are exposed to danger and
condemnation. But ye have been the objects of mercy, and are established
in Christ. I am one delivered over [to death], but the least of all
those that have been cut off for the sake of Christ, "from the blood of
righteous Abel" to the blood of Ignatius.

Ye are initiated into the mysteries of the Gospel with Paul, the holy,
the martyred, inasmuch as he was "a chosen vessel; " at whose feet may I
be found, and at the feet of the rest of the saints, when I shall attain
to Jesus Christ, who is always mindful of you in His prayers.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/ignatius-of-antioch/ye-are-initiated-into-the-mysteries-of-the-gospel/
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