Matthew 4:17 From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. I. ITS ORIGIN. 1. It is of gospel parentage. 2. It is of gracious origin. II. ITS ESSENTIALS. 1. Illumination. 2. Humiliation. 3. Detestation. 4. Transformations. III. ITS COMPANIONS. 1. Faith. 2. Confession. 3. Holiness. 4. Peace. IV. ITS EXCELLENCIES. 1. Pleasantness. 2. It is sweet to God as well as to men. (C. H. Spurgeon.) Parallel Verses KJV: From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.WEB: From that time, Jesus began to preach, and to say, "Repent! For the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand." |