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  HE HASN'T FORGOTTEN
  by Thomas Manton
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Summary: Christ's absence in heaven does not hinder our spiritual
possession of him, and he remains committed to his poor church.

Topics: "Christ's Presence", "High Priesthood"
Scripture References: John 17:11, Philippians 2:6, Hebrews 4:15, Hebrews 7:25, Hebrews 8:1

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Thomas Manton preaches about the continuous presence of Christ in
heaven, emphasizing that His absence does not hinder believers from
having a spiritual connection with Him. Despite His exalted position,
Christ remains a compassionate high priest who is deeply concerned for
His church and is able to empathize with our weaknesses. His heavenly
residence does not diminish His ability to minister to us and provide
for our needs.

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"... but these are in the world, and I come to thee" (John 17:11).

We have Christ always for us in heaven; he hath a part of his office to
perform there. His absence doth not hinder us from having a right to
him, or a spiritual possession of him. He is ours, and he hath his
residence in heaven, and hath power to open it to us and give us
entrance. His high honor doth not hinder him from the discharge of his
office to do us good. He is at God's right hand, and yet 'a minister of
the sanctuary.' Christ is not stately: many forget their poor friends
when advanced; Christ regardeth his poor church as much as ever.

The butler, when he was advanced, forgot Joseph: but he remembereth us;
he disdaineth not to look after every poor christian: Heb. 4:15, 'We
have not a high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our
infirmities.' His heart is not changed by his honor, but he is in a
greater capacity to do us good.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/thomas-manton/he-hasnt-forgotten/
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