Greek Word Studies delves into the meaning of 'provoked' in the context of sharp irritation or anger, emphasizing the importance of not yielding to provocation and maintaining a spirit of selfless, supernatural love. The sermon highlights the exhortation in Romans 12 to bless those who persecute and not seek revenge, reflecting the example of Christ who endured insults without retaliation. It explores how love does not become easily irritated or angered, but instead, it endures and remains patient, focusing on the well-being of others.

Isaac Penington preaches about the deep-rooted issues in the nation, highlighting the need for true repentance, conversion, and regeneration to restore the lost faith, love, hope, joy, peace, wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption. He emphasizes the importance of worshiping in the Spirit, loving one another genuinely, and seeking true wisdom from the fear of God. Penington urges Christians to return to the foundation of Christ within them, to be led by the Spirit, and to experience the true transformation that comes from being born of the Spirit.

The preacher delves into the concept of provoking children to anger, emphasizing the detrimental effects of nurturing bitterness, resentment, and grudges through harshness, favoritism, unrealistic standards, and neglect. The sermon highlights the importance of parenting with love, gentleness, and spiritual authority, rather than through authoritarianism or excessive discipline. Drawing from biblical examples like Eli's failure with his sons, the preacher stresses the significance of nurturing children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord, teaching them diligently and setting a positive, constructive environment for growth.

Isaac Penington preaches about the deceptions and sins of Babylon the Great, describing how the city of confusion, where Antichrist reigns, leads people astray by imitating the ways of God without the life and power of the Spirit. He warns against idolatry, blasphemy, and sorceries that bewitch individuals into false worship and practices, emphasizing the need to worship God in spirit and truth.

Isaac Penington preaches about the dangers of blind zeal and unbelief, using the example of the Jews who stumbled in their zeal and judgment against Christ due to ignorance of the Scriptures, misplacement of the law and ordinances, and lack of the light within. He emphasizes the importance of seeking the living Word within the heart, which alone can give true knowledge of God and faith. Penington warns against relying solely on external practices and knowledge from the Scriptures without the inward light, as this can lead to unbelief and a false sense of righteousness, ultimately resulting in spiritual blindness and separation from the life within.

The preacher delves into the Greek word 'parousia,' which signifies the Second Coming of Christ, emphasizing that it involves both an arrival and a consequent presence. The term 'parousia' is used in various contexts in the New Testament to describe the return of Jesus Christ with His saints in manifest glory to establish His kingdom on earth. The sermon explores the significance of Christ's parousia, highlighting the hope and motivation it brings to believers to live in anticipation of His return and order their lives accordingly.

Isaac Penington preaches a message of repentance and humility to the Parliament, the Army, and all the Well-affected in the Nation who have strayed from the Good Old Cause. He highlights the consequences of backsliding, including the blasphemy of God's name, the hindrance of God's work, the oppression of the innocent, and the forgetting of the sacrifices made for the Cause. Penington urges them to search their hearts, confess their sins genuinely, and turn back to God's righteous path, warning against feigned repentance and selfish interests. He calls for a true humbling before the Lord, a rejection of corrupt spirits, and a sincere commitment to the common good and righteousness, emphasizing the need to wait on the Lord for guidance and not trust in human power.

Warren Wiersbe discusses the concept of confidence (parrhesia) in the Bible, emphasizing the freedom of speech and lack of fear that comes with it. He highlights the boldness and assurance believers can have when approaching God's throne of grace, not based on their own merits but on the shed blood of Jesus Christ. Wiersbe encourages Christians to maintain this confidence in all circumstances, placing their trust in Jesus who never fails.

Isaac Penington preaches a sermon urging the City of London and the nation of England to calm their spirits and wait for the Lord's plans, cautioning against rushing into ruin and destruction. He emphasizes that God, the Almighty Creator, is in control of all kingdoms and orchestrates shakings and changes for His purposes. Penington suggests that the recent revolution may be part of God's plan, warning against opposing His work and encouraging humility and meekness before Him.

Isaac Penington preaches about the need for England to submit to God's work and design, emphasizing that true settlement depends on submission to God rather than any form of government or change of governors. He reflects on how the reformation from Popery was not fully achieved, leading to a dark way of worship and church-government that hindered the growth of true reformation. Penington warns against returning to bondage and urges England to seek true righteousness and reformation, reminding them that God's work of reformation will prevail despite opposition.

Isaac Penington preaches to the army, urging them to reflect on their past betrayals of the Lord and the missed opportunities to fulfill His work. He calls for humility, meekness, and a readiness to listen to the Lord in order to avoid being deceived again. Penington warns against the dangers of fleshly reasoning and urges the army to keep simplicity alive, seeking God's guidance to prevent worldly wisdom from taking over. He encourages them to stay upright and faithful to the Lord's purposes, carrying out His will without deviation.

Isaac Penington preaches a powerful sermon challenging the rulers, teachers, and people of England to reflect on the foundation of their church, questioning if it was truly built by consulting and waiting on the Spirit of God or if it was constructed based on man's wisdom and political reasons. He urges them to consider the materials, ministry, maintenance, worship, church-government, order, and the common prayer-book of the church, emphasizing the importance of building a true church in spirit and truth. Penington warns of the consequences of suppressing the true worship and persecuting the people of God, calling for a genuine Protestant spirit that follows God's leading away from all forms of Popery.

Isaac Penington preaches about the Quakers' beliefs and practices being unjustly condemned by the authorities in New England, highlighting their obedience to God over earthly honor, their patient suffering under unjust laws, and their commitment to following Christ's example of not giving or receiving earthly honor. He challenges the misinterpretation of scriptures to justify persecution and emphasizes the importance of honoring God above all else, even if it means going against societal norms and traditions.

Isaac Penington preaches about the state of the true church, emphasizing its absence in the world and the need for God's intervention to bring it out of the wilderness. He warns against false forms of worship and the dangers of building churches without waiting for God's timing and leading. Penington also addresses the suffering of God's people during the reign of antichrist, urging nations and powers to be cautious in their treatment of God's chosen ones.

Isaac Penington preaches a warning to the current generation, urging them to awaken and turn towards the life to be cleansed and saved before the impending storm of wrath. He asserts that man has fallen from God, losing the divine image and eternal wisdom, leading to a state of spiritual death and inability to desire God. Penington emphasizes that all human efforts to return to God are futile without the grace and mercy of a new begetting towards life. He highlights that all professions, knowledge, beliefs, and practices not rooted in the pure life are like fig-leaves, unable to truly heal or restore man to God. Penington concludes by emphasizing the importance of the living seed of eternal life hidden within man, which alone has the power to heal, restore, and bring man into unity with God.

The preacher delves into the significance of God as our Father, emphasizing the intimate relationship and the spiritual inheritance we have as His children. The sermon explores the concept of God's fatherhood in both physical and spiritual realms, highlighting the importance of recognizing God as our Father in prayer and life. It discusses the distinction between God's transcendence and immanence, calling believers to approach Him with reverence and trust. The message focuses on the foundational role of God as our Father in shaping our prayers, faith, and understanding of His character.

Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of being begotten and born of God's Spirit to enter His kingdom, emphasizing the need to turn to the Spirit for preservation and to avoid the fleshly wisdom that corrupts the work of God. He highlights the difficulty of abiding in the truth amidst the allure of man's wisdom and reasoning, urging listeners to keep to the simplicity and light of the gospel. Penington also addresses the true unity found in the Spirit and truth, warning against departing from the living principle that unites believers and the danger of setting up false images of unity. He calls for a cessation from man's understanding and wisdom, directing individuals to seek God as the source of eternal peace and salvation.

Isaac Penington preaches about the fulfillment of the law through Christ, emphasizing that the old covenant of Moses was a shadow pointing to the new covenant in the Spirit brought by Jesus. He explains that the law of commandments written in stone was a figure of the new law written in the heart by God's Spirit, making it easier to fulfill. Penington urges believers to keep the true Sabbath in the Spirit, entering into God's rest through faith and worship in truth, as opposed to the shadows of the past.

Isaac Penington preaches about the distinction between the old covenant of the law and the new covenant of the gospel, emphasizing the transition from the shadow of the law to the substance found in Christ. He highlights the ministry of the Spirit in the new covenant, guiding believers to live in the Spirit and fulfill the righteousness of the law in a spiritual manner. Penington urges Christians to seek the eternal light of life, to understand the difference between the ministration of the letter and the ministration of the Spirit, and to wait on the Lord for the true understanding of His laws written in the heart.

Greek Word Studies delves into the significance of the term 'patriarch' in Scripture, highlighting the role of important male ancestors as heads of families or tribes, such as Abraham, the 'first father' of the Jewish people. The preacher explores the authority and lineage represented by patriarchs, emphasizing the greatness of Melchizedek even above Abraham. Through various Bible verses and commentaries, the sermon discusses the concept of tithing and the recognition of superior spiritual status, challenging listeners to acknowledge and honor God's appointed leaders.

Isaac Penington preaches about the queries concerning the work of God in the world, focusing on the kingdoms of the earth becoming the kingdoms of the Lord, the expected events in the latter ages, and the need for nations to submit to God's laws and righteousness. He questions whether the current generation is ready for the Son of man's rule and emphasizes the importance of seeking righteousness and meekness. Penington warns England about the consequences of opposing God's work and advises the powers and people of the nation to align with God's truth and righteousness to avoid His judgment.

Isaac Penington preaches about the kingdom, laws, and government of Christ in the heart and conscience, emphasizing the inoffensiveness of this spiritual kingdom to all just laws and governments of the kingdoms of men. He highlights the importance of being subject to the Spirit of Christ, following His leadings faithfully, and living in obedience to His righteous laws written in the heart. Penington warns about the false church and ministry set up by the power of the dragon, urging rulers, teachers, and people to consider their ways, worship, and ministry to avoid being deceived by antichristian influences. He emphasizes the need for humility, surrender to God's will, and discernment of the true Spirit of Christ in the midst of religious deceptions and worldly wisdom.

Isaac Penington preaches about the dangers of setting up forms and appearances in worship that betray the sincerity of the heart, hindering the true life and power of godliness. He warns against the spirit that bewitches from the power of the Spirit of Christ, leading to a hardened heart and persecution of those who testify against empty forms. Penington urges England, including the king, parliament, and nation, to consider their ways and return to a government in righteousness that suppresses evil and encourages the good, lest they provoke the Lord's wrath. He emphasizes the importance of restoring true church-power, which is only the power of the Spirit of Christ, to prevent further error and sorrow.

Isaac Penington preaches about the controversy of whether it is lawful for Christians to swear under the gospel, examining the nature, purpose, and cases of oaths under the law. He emphasizes that the use of oaths was for fallen man erred from the truth and covenant of God, and that Christ, as the truth and substance, brings confession of truth instead of swearing. Penington urges Christians to hold fast to the principle of truth and simplicity of the gospel, avoiding the undervaluing of their faith by engaging in practices that are no longer necessary or lawful under the new covenant.

Isaac Penington, a beloved minister of the gospel, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of faith and service to the church of Christ. His life and works were a testimony to the power of God and the victory found in living by faith. As believers, we are called to live in a way that magnifies Christ, whether in life or death, knowing that we belong to the Lord. Penington's memory is blessed, and his life serves as an example of living in righteousness and dying in the Lord, precious in God's sight.