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I. THE NATURE OF CHRISTIAN ZEAL.

II. THE SOURCE OF CHRISTIAN ZEAL. Christian zeal is zeal for Christ; it has Him for its ultimate source, as well as its ultimate end. Christian "enthusiasm" is really "the state of inspiration by God."

III. THE SPHERE OF CHRISTIAN ZEAL. True zeal is of course "zeal for God" and for good.

IV. THE QUALITIES WHICH SHOULD CHARACTERISE CHRISTIAN ZEAL.

1. True Christian zeal is intelligent. There is light in it as well as heat.

2. It is prudent. Plans warily, and works calmly.

3. It is loving and sympathetic.

4. It is patient and persevering. Not a fitful impulse, but a steady flame. Based on principle, it is the habit of the Christian's life.

V. THE MOTIVES WHICH SUSTAIN CHRISTIAN ZEAL.

1. Love to the Redeemer.

2. The salvation of the world.

3. The prosperity of our own souls.What a protection zeal is against the coldness of the world — what a defence against temptation — what a preservative against moral deterioration — what a suitable preparation for the holy activities of heaven!

(G. Jordan, M. A.)

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KJV: As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.

WEB: As many as I love, I reprove and chasten. Be zealous therefore, and repent.