John Newton

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John Newton is not a figure mentioned in the Bible; rather, he is best known as the author of the hymn "Amazing Grace" and a prominent 18th-century Christian minister and abolitionist. Newton's life story is significant for its themes of redemption and grace, which resonate deeply with biblical teachings. His journey from a life of sin, including his involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, to becoming a devoted follower of Christ exemplifies the transformative power of God's grace, akin to the message found in Ephesians 2:8-9, which emphasizes salvation as a gift from God and not a result of works.Newton's personal experiences reflect the teachings of repentance and forgiveness found throughout Scripture. He famously referred to himself as a "great sinner" who encountered a "great Savior." This aligns with the message of 1 Timothy 1:15, where Paul states that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. Newton's life and legacy serve as a powerful reminder of the hope and redemption available to all, reinforcing the biblical principle that no one is beyond the reach of God's mercy and grace.

Rev. John Newton - an Example of Amazing Grace (Famous Saints #6) 45:14

Stephen Hamilton

In this sermon, the preacher shares the story of John Newton, a man who experienced a powerful dream that made a great impression on him. However, he soon forgot the impact of the dream and continued to live in sin. The preacher emphasizes the importance of remembering where God's grace found us and

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Deuteronomy 15:12

“If a fellow Hebrew, a man or a woman, is sold to you and serves you six years, then in the seventh year you must set him free.”

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Deuteronomy 15:15

“Remember that you were slaves in the land of Egypt, and the LORD your God redeemed you; that is why I am giving you this command today.”

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Micah 7:18-19

“Who is a God like You, who pardons iniquity and passes over the transgression of the remnant of His inheritance-- who does not retain His anger forever, because He delights in loving devotion?”

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Hebrews 9:26

“Otherwise, Christ would have had to suffer repeatedly since the foundation of the world. But now He has appeared once for all at the end of the ages to do away with sin by the sacrifice of Himself.”

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Isaiah 43:25

“I, yes I, am He who blots out your transgressions for My own sake and remembers your sins no more.”

Isaiah 44:22

“I have blotted out your transgressions like a cloud, and your sins like a mist. Return to Me, for I have redeemed you.”

Psalms 103:8

“The LORD is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion. He will not always accuse us, nor harbor His anger forever.”

Ephesians 2:4

“But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in our trespasses. It is by grace you have been saved!”

Jeremiah 50:20

“In those days and at that time, declares the LORD, a search will be made for Israel's guilt, but there will be none, and for Judah's sins, but they will not be found; for I will forgive the remnant I preserve.”