August 2. 1678. the True Shepherd's Call.
The true Shepherd's call is a promise to hold fast and carry us through difficult times, empowering us to overcome obstacles and reach strong Salvation.
Jane Lead preaches about the journey of faith, encouraging believers to persevere despite obstacles that may hinder their progress. She emphasizes the need to exercise faith to overcome challenges and continue towards the fulfillment of God's promises. By trusting in God's power and staying on the path He has set, believers can experience His strength and protection even in the face of opposition. Jane Lead reminds the congregation that the true Shepherd, Jesus, will carry them through weariness and difficulties until they reach the ultimate salvation.
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This Word was given in, Follow on with the Eternal Powers of Eternal Might, now that ye are set in the true Race-way, though many Stones of offence may stand to block you up. For which exert the Power of Faith to remove all out, that would be a stop to the attaining what is yet remaining, for the consummation of the Lord's own free engagement. Which is to set the Seal of his Might to Authorize our present flight, from Mortal Creatures, and all Terrestrial Things, that would drive us back, as by a forcible Storm. But the true Shepherd hath it said, That he will hold fast, and carry us, if weary, in his own Arms, till we come within the Walls of strong Salvation: therefore faint not.
Sermon Outline
- The True Shepherd's Call
- The Power of Faith
- Removing Obstacles
- Authorizing Our Flight
Key Quotes
“The true Shepherd hath it said, That he will hold fast, and carry us, if weary, in his own Arms, till we come within the Walls of strong Salvation:” — Jane Lead
Application Points
- We should trust in the true Shepherd's promise to carry us through difficult times.
- We can exert the Power of Faith to remove obstacles that block our path to spiritual growth.
- We should not faint when faced with challenges, but rather lean on the true Shepherd's strength.