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  MAN HONOURED ABOVE ANGELS
  by John Newton
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Summary: John Newton's sermon explores the unique honor of humanity in
God's plan of redemption, emphasizing our relationship with Jesus and
the privilege of worshiping Him.

Topics: "Divine Love", "Worship"
Scripture References: Psalm 8:4, 1 Corinthians 13:1, Hebrews 2:16, 1 Peter 1:12, Revelation 5:11

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John Newton preaches about the unique privilege sinners have to address
their King in songs that even angels cannot sing, emphasizing the depth
of Jesus' sacrifice for humanity. He highlights how Jesus, surpassing
the angels, took on human form to save fallen man, making it possible
for us to have a closer relationship with God than even the angels.
Newton expresses awe at the disparity between the immense love we
receive from God and our often lukewarm response, urging for a deeper,
more heartfelt praise. He eagerly anticipates the glorious hour when
freed from sin, we will worship and praise God in a way that surpasses
even the angels.

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Now let us join with hearts and tongues,

And emulate the angels' songs;

Yea, sinners may address their King

In songs that angels cannot sing.

They praise the Lamb who once was slain;

But we can add a higher strain;

Not only say, "He suffer'd thus,

"But that he suffer'd all for us."

When angels by transgression fell,

Justice consign'd them all to hell;

But Mercy form'd a wondrous plan,

To save and honour fallen man.

Jesus, who pass'd the angels by,

Assum'd our flesh to bleed and die;

And still he makes it his abode;

As man he fills the throne of God.

Our next of kin, our Brother now,

Is he to whom the angels bow;

They join with us to praise his name,

But we the nearest int'rest claim.

But, ah! how faint our praises rise!

Sure, 'tis the wonder of the skies,

That we, who share his richest love,

So cold and unconcern'd should prove.

Oh, glorious hour, it comes with speed!

When we, from sin and darkness freed,

Shall see the God who died for man,

And praise him more than angels can.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/john-newton/man-honoured-above-angels/
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