James 3:2 For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. I. SOME OF THOSE THINGS IN WHICH BELIEVERS OFFEND. 1. In the exercises of the heart. Many remains of the carnal mind. 2. In the communications of their lips. 3. In the actions of their lives. II. FROM WHENCE ARISE THESE IMPERFECTIONS IN THE CHRISTIAN CHARACTER. 1. From the absolute purity of the Divine law. Transcript of the Divine mind. 2. From the frailty and weakness of human nature. 3. From unwatchfulness and neglect. Not sufficiently alive to our best interests. Graces allowed to be languid, &c. III. WHAT INFLUENCE SHOULD A CONSIDERATION OF OUR IMPERFECTIONS PRODUCE UPON US? 1. Deep humility. 2. Spiritual diligence. 3. Fervent prayer. 4. Forbearance and charity to others. 5. Excite within us a longing for heaven. There we shall be sinless inhabitants of a sinless world. (J. Buries. D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. |
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