June 24. 1678.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of faith as a means to overcome evil and find redemption in God's salvation.
Jane Lead preaches about the importance of having unwavering faith in God, emphasizing the need to trust in His redeeming power and salvation. She encourages believers to offer up their faith like a heave-offering, which will counteract evil forces and allow God's salvation to manifest. Jane urges her audience to stay vigilant and strong in their faith, as this is the only way to overcome the troubles and challenges that may arise to steal away the blessings God has in store.
Text
This Word came upon some occasion, in which my Mind was exercised, saying, Go thou forth, and fear no reproach. Let thy Heave-offering be the smoaking Incense of Faith: That will turn the stream of all evil indeed. This is the time wherein God's Salvation will appear. His redeeming Power is very near. Be therefore watchful and let not the Cords of Faith slack. For hereby ye only can tread down the terrible One, who is risen out of the Sea, as a troubler to snatch away the secret Prize.
Sermon Outline
- Faith as a Heave-offering
- God's Salvation and Redeeming Power
- Overcoming the Troubler
- The nature of the troubler
- The role of faith in overcoming the troubler
Key Quotes
“Let thy Heave-offering be the smoaking Incense of Faith: That will turn the stream of all evil indeed.” — Jane Lead
“His redeeming Power is very near.” — Jane Lead
“Be therefore watchful and let not the Cords of Faith slack.” — Jane Lead
Application Points
- We must hold onto our faith and not let it slack, as it is the only means to overcome the troubles in life.
- We must be watchful and aware of the nearness of God's salvation, and take advantage of this opportunity for redemption.
- Faith is the key to overcoming the troubles and finding the secret prize that God has for us.