Homilist Hebrews 12:3 For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest you be wearied and faint in your minds. I. THE LIABILITY OF CHRISTIANS TO SPIRITUAL WEARINESS. Arising from — 1. The little advancement we seem to make in spiritual excellence. 2. The little good we seem to accomplish in all our efforts to serve our fellows. 3. The little difference which Providence in its dispensation makes between us and those who are the enemies of Christ. 4. The little influence which our best efforts seem to have in correcting the evils of our age. II. THE ANTIDOTE OF CHRISTIANS TO SPIRITUAL WEARINESS. Reflection on Christ will renew our energies, reinvigorate the soul. 1. Consider what He endured. "The contradiction of sinners." 2. Consider how He endured (1 Peter 2:23). 3. Consider why He endured. For His enemies. (Homilist.) Parallel Verses KJV: For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds. |
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