Homilist Hebrews 6:4-6 For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift… I. THE METHOD BY WHICH HEAVEN TESTIMATES THE CHARACTER OF MEN. The essence of a moral act lies, not in the muscular exertion, but in the mental volition. 1. This method of judging character commends itself to our sense of justice as obviously right. 2. This method of judging character urges the most vigorous discipline of the heart. 3. This method of judging character suggests unexpected revelations on the day of judgment. II. THE ENORMITIES WHICH CORRUPT MEN ARE AT ALL TIMES CAPABLE OF PERPETRATING. 1. The feelings which effected the crucifixion we may find everywhere in the hearts of depraved men. 2. Similar circumstances would probably lead to a similar development.Learn: 1. The propriety of a trembling modesty in denouncing the great criminals of history. In condemning them, let us take care that we do not foredoom ourselves. 2. The necessity of a heart renovation for the real improvement of humanity. 3. The inestimable value of the gospel to mankind. (Homilist.) Parallel Verses KJV: For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost, |
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