Luke 12:32 Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Each word of the text is full of encouragement and strength for weak and timid hearts. I. THE CHURCH OF CHRIST, BE ITS MEMBERS MANY OR FEW, IS VERY DEAR TO HIM. II. THE FUTURE OF THE CHURCH IS NOT TO BE JUDGED BY ITS PRESENT CIRCUMSTANCES AND SURROUNDINGS: THE POSITION IS THAT OF AN HEIR IN EXPECTATION OF HIS INHERITANCE. III. THE NECESSITY OF BANISHING FEAR FROM A HEART THAT HAS SUCH KINGLY PROSPECTS. (J. Kay.) Parallel Verses KJV: Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom.WEB: Don't be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the Kingdom. |