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  SATURDAY EVENING
  by John Newton
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Summary: The speaker calls upon listeners to seek a blessing from God on
the approaching Sabbath-day, acknowledging their gratitude for His
providence and pleading for pardoning grace.

Topics: "Sabbath Rest", "Gospel Joy"
Scripture References: Psalm 23:1, Psalm 92:1, Psalm 121:7, Isaiah 26:3, Revelation 21:4

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John Newton preaches about the blessings of the Sabbath day, emphasizing
the need to seek God's blessing as we approach it, recognizing His
mercies throughout the week despite our ingratitude, and praying for
pardoning grace through Jesus Christ. He encourages resting in God's
presence at night, seeking His glory in the morning, and experiencing
the joy of the Gospel that conquers sin and brings comfort to believers,
ultimately leading to an everlasting feast in the church above.

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Safely through another week,

God has brought us on our way;

Let us now a blessing seek,

On th' approaching Sabbath-day:

Day of all the week the best,

Emblem of eternal rest.

Mercies multiply'd each hour

Through the week our praise demand

Guarded by Almighty pow'r,

Fed and guided by his hand:

Though ungrateful we have been,

Only made returns of sin.

While we pray for pard'ning grace,

Through the dear Redeemer's name,

Show thy reconciled face,

Shine away our sin and shame:

From our worldly care set free,

May we rest this night with thee.

When the morn shall bid us rise,

May we feel thy presence near!

May thy glory meet our eyes

When we in thy house appear!

There afford us, Lord, a taste

Of our everlasting feast.

May thy Gospel's joyful sound

Conquer sinners, comfort saints;

Make the fruits of grace abound,

Bring relief for all complaints:

Thus may all our Sabbaths prove,

Till we join the church above!

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/john-newton/saturday-evening/
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