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  IF A CHRISTIAN COULD HAVE HIS CHOICE
  by Thomas Brooks
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Summary: The ideal Christian is one who strives for perfection, driven
by the beauty and excellency of God and Christ.

Topics: "Spiritual Excellence", "Pursuit of Holiness"
Scripture References: Matthew 5:48, Philippians 4:11, Colossians 3:23, 1 Peter 1:16

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Thomas Brooks emphasizes that a true Christian, if given the choice,
would aspire to embody the highest virtues such as humility, holiness,
and patience, striving to reflect God's perfection in their life. He
highlights the desire for a deep, active faith that seeks to fulfill
God's will with joy and diligence, mirroring the angels in heaven. The
Christian's pursuit of grace and perfection is driven by a profound
appreciation for the beauty of God and Christ, leading to a relentless
quest for spiritual excellence.

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If a Christian could have his choice, he would be . . .

the most humble,

the most holy,

the most heavenly,

the most mortified,

the most patient,

the most contented,

the most thankful,

the most fruitful,

the most active,

the most zealous, and

the most self-denying Christian in the world.

If he could have his choice, he would be as holy as

God is holy; and as perfect as his heavenly Father

is perfect; he would do the will of God on earth, as

the angels do it now in heaven, namely--freely,

readily, cheerfully, delightfully, universally,

reverentially, and unweariedly, etc.

If he could have his choice, he would exercise

every grace, and perform every duty, with all

his might.

He sees so much excellency and beauty in God and

Christ, that he cannot be at rest until he is swallowed

up in the enjoyment of them. He sees so much excellency

in grace, that nothing but perfection of grace will satisfy

him. He makes perfection not only his utmost end--but

he also labors after perfection with his utmost strength

and endeavors.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/thomas-brooks/if-a-christian-could-have-his-choice/
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