Fear Not
Fear not the Powers of Darkness, but instead dwell in the Power of God and meet in unity and love.
George Fox encourages believers to not fear the powers of darkness but to maintain their gatherings in the strength of God, emphasizing the importance of unity and love among friends. He urges everyone to remain faithful in the unchanging life and power of God, ensuring that Christ reigns in their midst. Fox highlights that true unity comes from dwelling in the power of an endless life, which provides stability against external fears.
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FRIENDS, Fear not the Powers of Darkness, but keep your Meetings, and meet in that which keeps you over them; and in the Power of God ye will have Unity. And Dwell in Love and Unity one with another, and know one another in the Power of an Endless Life, which doth not change. . . . And all Friends every where, be Faithful in the Life and Power of God, and keep your Meetings . . . in that which changes not, that nothing but Christ may reign among you. . . .
Sermon Outline
- I. Fear Not the Powers of Darkness
- A. Keep your Meetings
- B. Meet in the Power of God
- II. Dwell in Love and Unity
- A. Know one another in the Power of an Endless Life
- III. Be Faithful in the Life and Power of God
- A. Keep your Meetings in that which changes not
Key Quotes
“Fear not the Powers of Darkness, but keep your Meetings, and meet in that which keeps you over them;” — George Fox
Application Points
- Make a conscious effort to keep your meetings focused on the Power of God.
- Prioritize unity and love in your relationships with others.
- Strive to be faithful in your walk with God and in your gatherings with others.