Friends to Live in What They Profess
George Fox urges Friends to live out their faith by dwelling in the Light of God and rising up in the Power of God.
George Fox emphasizes the importance of living out one's faith and not just professing it with words, warning against being mere talkers without corresponding actions. He urges his audience to dwell in the eternal Light of God, enabling them to understand and navigate the world with divine wisdom. Fox encourages believers to walk in the mighty power of God, akin to valiant warriors empowered by the strength of the living God who is always present with them.
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. . . I DO Charge you all in the Presence of the Living God, to dwell in what ye speak and profess; and none to profess, what he doth not dwell in; and none to profess, what he is not; a Sayer, and not a Doer; such beget vain Talkers. . . . All Friends, dwell in the Light, which is Eternal, which comprehends the World, that with it ye may comprehend the World; and rise up, and go on in the mighty Power of God, as mighty Men of War in the Power and Strength of the mighty God of Life . . . who is with you. . . .
Sermon Outline
- I. Dwell in what you speak and profess
- A. Do not profess what you do not dwell in
- B. Be a doer, not just a sayer
- II. Dwell in the Light of God
- A. The Light is Eternal and comprehends the World
- B. Rise up and go on in the Power of God
Key Quotes
“I DO Charge you all in the Presence of the Living God, to dwell in what ye speak and profess;” — George Fox
“All Friends, dwell in the Light, which is Eternal, which comprehends the World,” — George Fox
Application Points
- Take action on your beliefs and live out your faith in practical ways.
- Trust in the strength and guidance of God to rise up and go on in His Power.
- Dwell in the Light of God to gain wisdom and guidance.