More Comforts, Sweetness, and Pleasantness
A holy life is the greatest source of true joy, bringing unparalleled pleasure and felicity.
Thomas Brooks emphasizes that a holy life is the ultimate source of joy and comfort, surpassing any pleasure found in ungodliness. He illustrates that true sweetness and pleasantness come from living a life of sanctity, where communion with God brings unparalleled peace and tranquility. Brooks encourages Christians to recognize the profound joy that accompanies a pure and holy walk with God, which far exceeds any past experiences of wickedness.
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A holy life affords the greatest ground of rejoicing.
There is no pleasure nor felicity compared to that
which flows from the ways of sanctity.
The sweetest roses, the strongest comforts, and the
greatest pleasantness--is to be found in the ways of
holiness. Oh the joy, the peace, the tranquility, the
serenity--which attends the ways of purity! Christians
have more comforts, sweetness, and pleasantness,
in one hour's communion with God, in one hour's walking
with God--than ever they have found in all their former
ways of ungodliness and wickedness.
Sermon Outline
- I. The Greatest Ground of Rejoicing
- A. A holy life is the source of true joy
- B. Sanctity brings unparalleled pleasure and felicity
- II. The Sweetest Roses of Holiness
- A. The ways of sanctity are the greatest source of comfort
- B. Holiness brings strength and peace
- III. The Greatest Pleasantness
- A. Purity is the key to true serenity
- B. Communion with God brings unparalleled joy
Key Quotes
“There is no pleasure nor felicity compared to that which flows from the ways of sanctity.” — Thomas Brooks
“Christians have more comforts, sweetness, and pleasantness, in one hour's communion with God, in one hour's walking with God--than ever they have found in all their former ways of ungodliness and wickedness.” — Thomas Brooks
Application Points
- Make time for communion with God to experience true joy and comfort.
- Prioritize living a holy life to find true peace and serenity.
- Seek purity in your heart and actions to experience the greatest pleasantness.