Benediction for the Zion of God
This sermon emphasizes the importance of abstinence from evil and the promise of God's protection and preservation, highlighting the role of the Holy Spirit as our comforter and guide.
John Alexander Dowie emphasizes the importance of abstaining from all appearances of evil and calls for complete sanctification by God. He prays for the preservation of the whole spirit, soul, and body until the return of Jesus Christ, highlighting the need for faithfulness in ensuring all is well. Dowie invokes the grace of Jesus, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, asking for blessings and guidance for all believers.
Full Transcript
Beloved, abstain from all appearance of evil, and may the very God of peace himself sanctify you wholly, and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved in fire without flame until the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Faithfully see that all is well who will do it. The grace of our Lord Jesus, the love of God our Father, the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, our Comforter and Guide, one eternal God avoiding you, bless and keep you, and all that is real of God, everywhere, forever.
Amen.
Sermon Outline
- The Importance of Abstinence
- The Promise of God's Protection
- The Assurance of God's Presence
- The fellowship of the Holy Spirit
- The comfort and guidance of God
Key Quotes
“Abstain from all appearance of evil, and may the very God of peace himself sanctify you wholly” — John Alexander Dowie
“May God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved in fire without flame until the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ” — John Alexander Dowie
“The fellowship of the Holy Spirit, our Comforter and Guide, one eternal God avoiding you, bless and keep you” — John Alexander Dowie
Application Points
- Make a conscious effort to avoid any behavior or situation that could be perceived as sinful or immoral.
- Trust in God's promise to preserve you in fire without flame, and have faith in His protection and guidance.
- Cultivate a close relationship with the Holy Spirit, who will comfort and guide you in times of need.