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  THE EARNEST OF THE SPIRIT IN OUR HEARTS
  by A.B. Simpson
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Summary: The sermon emphasizes the importance of earnestness in our
lives, highlighting its source in the Spirit and its result in
consistent and lasting power.

Topics: "Empowerment of the Holy Spirit", "Earnestness"
Scripture References: John 14:16-17, Acts 1:8, Romans 8:26, 2 Corinthians 1:22, Galatians 5:22-23, Ephesians 1:13-14, Philippians 3:14, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, Hebrews 12:1-2, 1 Peter 4:10

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A.B. Simpson emphasizes the significance of living life earnestly,
drawing inspiration from the life of Jesus and His apostles. He
illustrates that while many good things may exist, they lack the binding
power of earnestness, which is essential for a life of consistency and
lasting impact. Simpson passionately calls for the baptism of the Holy
Spirit to empower believers to live with a singular focus on love,
sacrifice, and perseverance, mirroring Christ's heart. He encourages the
congregation to embrace their sacred trust and remain steadfast in their
divine mission, finding joy in being counted on by the Lord.

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Life in earnest-what a rare, what a glorious spectacle! We see it in the
Son of God; we see it in His apostle; we see it in every noble,
consecrated and truly successful life. Without it there may be a
thousand good things, but they lack the golden thread that binds them
all into a chain of power and permanence. They are like costly and
beautiful beads, that fall in confusion from a broken string, and are
lost in the end for want of the bond that alone could bind them into a
life of consistent and lasting power. Oh, for the baptism of fire! oh,
for the earnest, the Spirit! Oh, for lives that have but one thing to do
or care for!

Oh, for the depth and everlasting strength of the heart of Christ within
us, to love, to sacrifice, to realize, to persevere, to live and die
like Him!

We are going forth with a trust so sacred, And a truth so divine and
deep, With a message clear and a work so glorious, And a charge-such a
charge-to keep. Let it be your greatest joy, my brother, That the Lord
can count on you: And if all besides should fail and falter, To your
trust be always true.

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