Where Will All These Men Be Within a Hundred Years?
The sermon emphasizes the fleeting nature of human life and the importance of seeking salvation before it's too late.
Thomas Brooks reflects on the fleeting nature of life, using the example of Xerxes who wept at the thought of his vast army being reduced to graves within a century. He emphasizes the urgency of considering the eternal fate of the multitudes around us, lamenting that many may face eternal separation from God. Brooks draws a parallel to Jesus, who wept over Jerusalem, highlighting the need for compassion and urgency in reaching the lost before it's too late.
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Xerxes, when he viewed his almost innumerable army
of men, fell a-weeping, saying, "Where will all these
men be within a hundred years?" He wept to think
that all that mighty army would be in their graves
within a hundred years.
Ah, what cause of weeping is there, when we behold
the multitudes in the world, considering that within a
few years--most of them may be in hell!
"As He approached and saw the city, He wept over it."
Luke 19:41
Sermon Outline
- The Fleeting Nature of Human Life
- The Consequences of Ignoring God's Warning
- The Call to Repentance and Faith
- Recognizing the urgency of spiritual matters
- Responding to God's love and forgiveness
Key Quotes
“Where will all these men be within a hundred years?” — Thomas Brooks
“He wept to think that all that mighty army would be in their graves within a hundred years.” — Thomas Brooks
“As He approached and saw the city, He wept over it.” — Thomas Brooks
Application Points
- Recognize the urgency of spiritual matters and make a decision for Christ today.
- Seek salvation and forgiveness before it's too late.
- Respond to God's love and mercy with repentance and faith.