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  BLESSING IN THE CITY
  by C.H. Spurgeon
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Summary: A blessing in the city removes the edge of difficulty and finds
pleasure in our duties and strength in their demands, keeping us good
and honest.

Topics: "Obedience", "Divine Blessing"
Scripture References: Deuteronomy 28:2

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C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of heeding the voice of the Lord
in the bustling environment of the city, where challenges and
temptations abound. He reassures that divine blessing can transform the
weariness of city life into a source of strength and joy, allowing
individuals to remain good and honest amidst the chaos. Spurgeon
encourages believers to embrace their roles in the city, recognizing the
opportunities for service and usefulness that arise in such a vibrant
setting. He concludes by reminding the congregation that obedience to
God's commands leads to blessings and rewards.

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If thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God, blessed shalt
thou be in the city. (Deuteronomy 28:2-3)

The city is full of care, and he who has to go there from day to day
finds it to be a place of great wear and tear. It is full of noise, and
stir, and bustle, and sore travail; many are its temptations, losses,
and worries. But to go there with the divine blessing takes off the edge
of its difficulty; to remain there with that blessing is to find
pleasure in its duties and strength equal to its demands.

A blessing in the city may not make us great, but it will keep us good;
it may not make us rich, but it will preserve us honest. Whether we are
porters, or clerks, or managers, or merchants, or magistrates, the city
will afford us opportunities for usefulness. It is good fishing where
there are shoals of fish, and it is hopeful to work for our Lord amid
the thronging crowds. We might prefer the quiet of a country life; but
if called to town, we may certainly prefer it because there is room for
our energies.

Today let us expect good things because of this promise, and let our
care be to have an open ear to the voice of the Lord and a ready hand to
execute His bidding. Obedience brings the blessing. "In keeping his
commandments there is great reward."

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/ch-spurgeon/blessing-in-the-city/
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