Letter - to Members of the Presbytery of Troy
The sermon emphasizes the importance of unity and agreement in the church, as stated in the text 'Can two walk together except they be agreed?'
Charles Finney addresses the members of the Presbytery of Troy, emphasizing the necessity of unity among believers as expressed in the scripture, 'Can two walk together except they be agreed?' He highlights that agreement in faith and purpose is essential for advancing the interests of the Redeemer's kingdom. Finney expresses his hope that the publication of his sermon will inspire and promote this unity among the church members. He acknowledges the spontaneous nature of his sermon and submits it for their consideration, praying for God's blessing on their efforts.
Text
[Published in Charles G. Finney, A Sermon, Preached in the Presbyterian Church at Troy, March 4, 1827, by the Rev. Charles G. Finney, from Amos III. 3: Can two walk together except they be agreed? (Troy, N.Y.: Tuttle and Richards, 1827), page 2.]
TROY, MARCH 30th, 1827.
REV. CHARLES G. FINNEY,
Dear Sir&emdash;Believing that the publication of the sermon you preached in this city, soon after opening the present session of the Presbytery of Troy, from the text, "Can two walk together except they be agreed," will essentially tend to advance the interests of the Redeemer's kingdom; we, members of said Presbytery, earnestly request a copy of the same for the press.
Affectionately yours, in the faith and fellowship of the Gospel,
Samuel W. May, John Younglove,
I. B. Goodrich, Amos Savage,
Nathan S. S. Beman, John B. Shaw,
John P. Cushman, Thomas Fletcher,
Jonathan Kitchel, John Hendricks,
John E. Baker, Zebulon R. Shepherd,
Joseph Brown, Timothy Graves.
Thomas McGee,
&emdash;oOo&emdash;
BRETHREN,
The discourse mentioned in your communication, and which you request for the press, was altogether an extemporaneous one. Since preaching upon that subject, I have hastily sketched down the principal thoughts, and if you are of opinion that it will, in any degree, promote the object mentioned in your request, I submit it to your discretion, with my humble prayer that God may add his blessing.
Yours in the bonds of the Gospel,
C. G. FINNEY.
Troy, 30th March, 1827.
Sermon Outline
- The Importance of Agreement
- The Consequences of Disagreement
- The Call to Unity
- A plea for agreement and unity
- The importance of working together for the kingdom of God
Key Quotes
“Can two walk together except they be agreed?” — Charles Finney
Application Points
- The church should strive for unity and agreement in order to effectively work towards the kingdom of God.
- Disagreement and separation from God can have serious consequences, including strife and division in the church.
- The call to action is for the church to come together in agreement and unity, working towards the kingdom of God.