Good morning,
This week we will be looking at “Pithy gems from J.C. Ryle”. I thought you might be interested in J.C. Ryle’s background.
John Charles Ryle (May 10, 1816 – June 10, 1900) was an evangelical Anglican clergyman and first Bishop of Liverpool. He was renowned for his powerful preaching and extensive tracts.
His conversion occurred when he attended an unknown church, and arriving late, he heard the reading Ephesians 2:8-9. The force of these words hit his heart, and from that point on he was assured of his salvation.
Ryle became nationally famed for his firm preaching and staunch defense of evangelical principles. He wrote several well-known books, mainly based on his tracts and sermons, and often addressing issues of contemporary relevance for the Church from a Biblical standpoint. Of these, perhaps the most enduring are “Holiness” and “Practical Religion”, both still in print.
As you read these “Pithy gems”, please pray and ask God how these apply. These are challenging and thought provoking.
Enjoy!
Pithy gems from
J.C. Ryle
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It costs something to be a true Christian.
It will cost us our sins, our self-righteousness, our ease
and our worldliness!
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According to the men of the world–few are going to Hell.
According to the Bible–few are going to Heaven.
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By affliction, Christ . . .
shows us our emptiness and weakness,
draws us to the throne of grace,
purifies our affections,
weans us from the world, and
makes us long for Heaven.
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Nothing is so offensive to Christ as lukewarmness in religion!
“So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold,
I am going to vomit you out of My mouth!” Revelation 3:16
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Tom Stearns, WASI Chaplain, 907 715-4001
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