Words Few and Savoury
George Fox emphasizes the importance of staying connected to God's guidance, avoiding vain words, and living a life of love and obedience.
George Fox emphasizes the importance of staying close to the Light within, focusing on the Power of Words rather than empty speech. He urges listeners to heed the Voice of the Lord, embracing obedience to the Truth. Fox encourages maintaining purity by being guided by the Light within, speaking with wisdom and seasoning words with grace. He calls for mutual love and accountability among believers, promoting purity and daily exhortation for spiritual growth, while invoking God's presence for continued fear and obedience.
Text
OH Friends, keep close to the Light in you, and do not look forth at Words, that proceed from a vain and light Mind; but at the Power of Words. . . . Therefore ye that know the Voice of the Lord, hearken to it, and see, how ye are brought into the Obedience of the Truth . . . keep close to the Light in you, and see that your Minds be kept close to that and guided by that, it will keep you clear and pure to receive the Teaching of the Lord. Have Salt in your selves and let your Words be few and seasoned, that they may be savoury. Dear Friends, watch over one another in Love, and stir up that which is pure in one another, and exhort one another daily. And the Lord keep you all in his Fear, and in his Obedience, now and evermore!
Sermon Outline
- The Importance of the Light
- The Dangers of Vain Words
- The Value of Few and Savoury Words
- The Importance of Community
- Watching over one another
- Stirring up pure thoughts
- Exhorting one another daily
Key Quotes
“Have Salt in your selves and let your Words be few and seasoned, that they may be savoury.” — George Fox
“Therefore ye that know the Voice of the Lord, hearken to it, and see, how ye are brought into the Obedience of the Truth . . .” — George Fox
Application Points
- Make a conscious effort to stay connected to God's guidance and truth in your life.
- Be mindful of the words you speak and strive to speak from a place of love and obedience.
- Cultivate a community of believers who can encourage and support you in your walk with God.