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Isaac Penington
Isaac Penington
78 Sermons
Isaac Penington (1616-1679) was an English Quaker writer and apologist who was imprisoned six times for his religious convictions. His letters and theological writings remain influential within the Society of Friends.

Sermons 78

Psalm 19:7

Isaac Penington preaches about the gathering of God's scattered sheep back to the light and Spirit of Christ, emphasizing the importance of being truly holy and sanctified in Christ Jesus. He explains

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Isaac Penington preaches about the state of the true church, emphasizing its absence in the world and the need for God's intervention to bring it out of the wilderness. He warns against false forms of

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Matthew 5:17

Isaac Penington preaches about the fulfillment of the law through Christ, emphasizing that the old covenant of Moses was a shadow pointing to the new covenant in the Spirit brought by Jesus. He explai

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Psalm 116:15

Isaac Penington, a beloved minister of the gospel, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of faith and service to the church of Christ. His life and works were a testimony to the power of God and th

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Matthew 5:3

Isaac Penington preaches about the seed of God and His kingdom, emphasizing the transformative power of the seed of God in the hearts of believers. He delves into the nature of this seed, describing i

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1 Corinthians 15:23

The preacher delves into the Greek word 'parousia,' which signifies the Second Coming of Christ, emphasizing that it involves both an arrival and a consequent presence. The term 'parousia' is used in

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2 Chronicles 7:14

Isaac Penington preaches about the need for England to submit to God's work and design, emphasizing that true settlement depends on submission to God rather than any form of government or change of go

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Psalm 18:32

Isaac Penington preaches about the necessity of yielding subjection to God's power that works in us, emphasizing that God requires repentance, faith, and obedience from us for salvation. He explains t

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Psalm 27:1

Isaac Penington preaches a heartfelt message to friends in various locations, reflecting on the desolation and distress of their souls before encountering the light of God's life. He warns against the

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Hebrews 12:22

Isaac Penington preaches about the worship of the living God, emphasizing the importance of true spiritual worship that God seeks from those born of His Spirit, contrasting it with formal and dead way

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Proverbs 3:5

Isaac Penington preaches about finding rest for the soul in the gospel, emphasizing that the true rest, peace, and joy are found in the power and eternal life of God's kingdom. He highlights the impor

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Romans 8:18

Isaac Penington preaches to Thomas about the Lord's goodness in calling him out of a path of vanity and death, offering him a living name and inheritance of life among His people. Penington encourages

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Psalm 75:5

Isaac Penington preaches a sermon urging the City of London and the nation of England to calm their spirits and wait for the Lord's plans, cautioning against rushing into ruin and destruction. He emph

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John 3:8

Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of being begotten and born of God's Spirit to enter His kingdom, emphasizing the need to turn to the Spirit for preservation and to avoid the fleshly wisd

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Genesis 22:2

Greek Word Studies delves into the concept of being tested, highlighting that testing can be for good or evil depending on the intent of the tester and the response of the one being tested. The sermon

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Psalm 23:1

Isaac Penington preaches about God seeking out His lost sheep, the sons of men who have felt touches of His life and have been gathered into some appearance of His life by His Holy Spirit. He emphasiz

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Isaac Penington preaches about the mysteries of God's kingdom, inviting the upright-hearted to return to the one Spirit and life, forsaking various ways and names to unite in one nature and power. He

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Isaiah 55:6

Isaac Penington preaches about the true experience of seeking the Lord with sincere desires in the heart, emphasizing the need to be led by God's grace and Spirit to obtain mercy and union with Christ

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Isaiah 52:11

Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of true separation from the spirit, ways, and worships of the world in order to be true worshippers of God. He emphasizes the necessity of hearing and lea

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Deuteronomy 30:14

Isaac Penington preaches about the distinction between the old covenant of the law and the new covenant of the gospel, emphasizing the transition from the shadow of the law to the substance found in C

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Genesis 3:8

Isaac Penington preaches a warning to the current generation, urging them to awaken and turn towards the life to be cleansed and saved before the impending storm of wrath. He asserts that man has fall

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1 Samuel 2:4

Isaac Penington preaches a response to a letter he received, defending the truth and the people of God against false accusations and misunderstandings. He emphasizes the importance of knowing and expe

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Job 21:27

Greek Word Studies delves into the meaning of 'provoked' in the context of sharp irritation or anger, emphasizing the importance of not yielding to provocation and maintaining a spirit of selfless, su

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Psalm 19:9

Isaac Penington preaches about the deep-rooted issues in the nation, highlighting the need for true repentance, conversion, and regeneration to restore the lost faith, love, hope, joy, peace, wisdom,

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Deuteronomy 6:7

The preacher delves into the concept of provoking children to anger, emphasizing the detrimental effects of nurturing bitterness, resentment, and grudges through harshness, favoritism, unrealistic sta

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1 John 5:21

Isaac Penington preaches about the deceptions and sins of Babylon the Great, describing how the city of confusion, where Antichrist reigns, leads people astray by imitating the ways of God without the

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Deuteronomy 30:14

Isaac Penington preaches about the dangers of blind zeal and unbelief, using the example of the Jews who stumbled in their zeal and judgment against Christ due to ignorance of the Scriptures, misplace

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Psalm 25:9

Isaac Penington preaches a message of repentance and humility to the Parliament, the Army, and all the Well-affected in the Nation who have strayed from the Good Old Cause. He highlights the consequen

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John 7:13

Warren Wiersbe discusses the concept of confidence (parrhesia) in the Bible, emphasizing the freedom of speech and lack of fear that comes with it. He highlights the boldness and assurance believers c

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Psalm 25:9

Isaac Penington preaches to the army, urging them to reflect on their past betrayals of the Lord and the missed opportunities to fulfill His work. He calls for humility, meekness, and a readiness to l

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Isaiah 29:13

Isaac Penington preaches a powerful sermon challenging the rulers, teachers, and people of England to reflect on the foundation of their church, questioning if it was truly built by consulting and wai

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James 2:9

Isaac Penington preaches about the Quakers' beliefs and practices being unjustly condemned by the authorities in New England, highlighting their obedience to God over earthly honor, their patient suff

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Isaiah 46:8

The preacher delves into the significance of God as our Father, emphasizing the intimate relationship and the spiritual inheritance we have as His children. The sermon explores the concept of God's fa

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Genesis 14:20

Greek Word Studies delves into the significance of the term 'patriarch' in Scripture, highlighting the role of important male ancestors as heads of families or tribes, such as Abraham, the 'first fath

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Psalm 2:10

Isaac Penington preaches about the queries concerning the work of God in the world, focusing on the kingdoms of the earth becoming the kingdoms of the Lord, the expected events in the latter ages, and

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John 17:16

Isaac Penington preaches about the kingdom, laws, and government of Christ in the heart and conscience, emphasizing the inoffensiveness of this spiritual kingdom to all just laws and governments of th

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Isaiah 40:11

Isaac Penington preaches about the dangers of setting up forms and appearances in worship that betray the sincerity of the heart, hindering the true life and power of godliness. He warns against the s

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Numbers 30:2

Isaac Penington preaches about the controversy of whether it is lawful for Christians to swear under the gospel, examining the nature, purpose, and cases of oaths under the law. He emphasizes that the

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Psalm 46:10

Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of righteousness, peace, and the defense of the innocent by magistrates, emphasizing the need for nations to embrace a state of peace and righteousness in

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Psalm 94:13

Isaac Penington preaches about the nature of persecution, highlighting how it goes against the very essence of mankind's desire for good to be cherished and evil suppressed. He addresses the common ob

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Psalm 34:18

Isaac Penington preaches about the journey of redemption and eternal life for spiritual Israel, highlighting the process of being wounded in the fallen state, weakened under the teachings of the law,

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Ecclesiastes 12:13

Isaac Penington preaches about the duty of man to fear God, keep His commandments, and be guided by the principle of God in his heart, which leads to life in all its dispensations. He emphasizes the i

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John 8:12

Isaac Penington challenges strict and zealous professors of the faith, questioning whether God desires the salvation of all mankind or only a select few, emphasizing the importance of coming to the kn

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Psalm 139:23

Isaac Penington preaches on Romans 14:20, emphasizing the work of God in the hearts of men, the vulnerability of this work to destruction, the impact of small actions on this work, and the importance

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Psalm 25:9

Isaac Penington passionately addresses the King and Parliament, urging them to seek God's wisdom and understanding in the midst of national turmoil and upheaval. He poses three thought-provoking queri

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Proverbs 3:5

Isaac Penington delivers a message of warning about the impending day of the Lord, emphasizing the importance of repentance and turning away from sinful ways to avoid the wrath of God. He urges listen

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Isaiah 29:13

Isaac Penington preaches about the weighty question posed to the King and Parliament regarding the extent of man-made laws in relation to obedience, emphasizing the worship of God being limited by God

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Acts 20:28

Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of spiritual order and government in the Church of Christ, emphasizing the need for appointed ministers to oversee, instruct, and build up the body of bel

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Proverbs 29:25

Isaac Penington passionately urges the people of his generation to consider their actions and attitudes towards those who follow God, emphasizing that mistreatment of God's people is ultimately agains

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Matthew 25:40

Isaac Penington preaches about the state of the church under the gospel, highlighting the apostasy from truth that has covered the Earth for ages. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing Christ in

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Deuteronomy 30:6

Isaac Penington preaches about the essence of Quaker religion, emphasizing the discernment between the seeds of enmity and love, flesh and Spirit, and the journey of the soul from bondage to freedom i

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John 8:32

Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of coming into a true capacity of knowing and receiving the truth, emphasizing that it is a principle of life from God that gives the true capacity. He hi

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John 6:63

Isaac Penington challenges the professors of Christianity to deeply reflect on whether they truly know and acknowledge Christ in spirit and truth, beyond mere knowledge of Scriptures. He emphasizes th

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Psalm 27:14

Isaac Penington shares his personal journey towards finding true spiritual enlightenment and union with God. He recounts his struggles, earnest seeking of the Lord, and the deep desire for a genuine c

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Isaiah 55:6

Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of true spirituality and worship, emphasizing the need to abide in the witness of God in the conscience, which leads to genuine faith, love, and humility.

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Deuteronomy 5:29

Isaac Penington preaches about the state of the church in its first pure state, its declining state, its declined state, and its recovery. He emphasizes the importance of faith in receiving the gospel

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Psalm 51:17

Greek Word Studies for an aid_number 34478 preaches on the significance of mourning over sin, emphasizing the need for genuine confession, repentance, and sorrow. The preacher highlights that true mou

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Deuteronomy 30:14

Isaac Penington preaches about the ancient principle of truth, asserting the light within according to true experience and faithful testimony of the Scriptures. He answers four questions: the nature o

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Psalm 16:11

Isaac Penington preaches about the deep spiritual experiences and truths he has encountered, emphasizing the importance of the seed of the kingdom, the nourishment of the soul through God's Word, the

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Ezekiel 36:25

Isaac Penington preaches about the essence of true Christianity, emphasizing the importance of being a new creature in Christ, being in the new covenant, experiencing inward circumcision and washing,

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Revelation 12:5

Isaac Penington preaches about the spiritual significance of the Lamb's War, where the Lamb represents Christ and the battle between good and evil. The true church is defined as those who have the law

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Isaiah 2:5

Isaac Penington preaches about the everlasting gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ and the blessed effects thereof, testified from experience. He emphasizes the message that God is light, and through turn

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Isaiah 2:5

Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of abiding in the truth and light of God's Spirit to avoid deceit and deception. He emphasizes the need to wait upon the Lord, receive understanding from

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Genesis 3:15

Isaac Penington preaches about the threefold appearance of Christ throughout history, emphasizing how Christ was prefigured in the Old Testament, manifested in a body of flesh, and revealed in his Spi

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2 Corinthians 1:15

The preacher delves into the concept of 'Confident' (pepoithesis), which means full persuasion and trust in someone or something, whether it be in others, in God, or in oneself. This settled convictio

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Proverbs 3:5

Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of reading the Scriptures with the right spirit and understanding to benefit the soul, cautioning against misinterpreting and misapplying the Word of God,

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Psalm 95:6

Isaac Penington preaches against a critic who challenges the worship practices of Friends, emphasizing the importance of worshipping in Spirit and truth. He defends the reverence shown to God in their

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Matthew 20:25

Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of church-government being led by the Spirit of God, emphasizing the need for submission to His authority within the church. He clarifies that while Chris

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Psalm 139:23

Isaac Penington passionately expresses his deep understanding and experience of the Godhead, the sacrificial offering of Jesus Christ, and the imputation of Christ's righteousness to believers. He emp

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Psalm 50:8

Greek Word Studies for aid_number 35924 preaches about the significance of periaireo, which means to completely take away or remove the guilt of sin, likened to lifting the anchors of sin that weigh u

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Psalm 27:8

Isaac Penington preaches passionately to his beloved friends in and around the Two Chalfonts, urging them to live fully for the Lord, to seek His presence in their gatherings, and to be vigilant again

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Isaiah 40:15

Isaac Penington raises thought-provoking queries regarding compulsion in religion, emphasizing the importance of being fully persuaded in one's soul about the worship offered to God. He questions whet

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Isaiah 40:3

Isaac Penington preaches about the dispensation of the Gospel, the last dispensation where the mystery of God's work of redemption is completed in the heart, leading to a new creation inwardly and the

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Isaiah 35:8

Isaac Penington shares his personal experiences of how the Lord has revealed His light, truth, church, and people to him. Through this light, he has been enlightened, guided to distinguish between goo

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Genesis 1:27

Isaac Penington preaches about the times and seasons in history, highlighting the joy of being in God's image, the consequences of sin and disobedience, the blessings and curses upon nations based on

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Romans 14:19

Isaac Penington writes a heartfelt letter to his father, expressing his deep desire for his father to have a true knowledge of Christ and to embrace the living power of God in the heart. Despite his f

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Psalm 33:12

Isaac Penington preaches a message to the king, urging him to govern with purity, peace, and righteousness, seeking guidance from God to avoid further shaking and dissettling of the nation. He warns a

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Psalm 30:2

Isaac Penington expresses deep gratitude for the mercy and restoration he feels from the Lord, acknowledging a sense of brokenness, fear, and humility that he has been seeking. He also conveys a stron

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