July 23. 1678. the Fine Righteousness.
The speaker emphasizes the need to seek a higher understanding of righteousness, which is the righteousness of God, accessible through faith.
Jane Lead preaches about the surpassing righteousness that comes from God, emphasizing a higher level of righteousness beyond what has been previously revealed. She speaks of the Bride of the Lamb coming to realize that this righteousness is nothing less than the righteousness of God, woven through faith from the pure essence of the Holy Trinity.
Text
This Word came much upon me, put off thy Courser sort of Righteousness, there is a much Finer, than what hath yet been shewn to any. The Bride of the Lamb shall it soon come to understand, that it is no less than the Righteousness of God, spun out by Faith from the original Purity of the Holy Trinity.
Sermon Outline
- The Imperative to Seek a Higher Righteousness
- The Nature of this Higher Righteousness
- The Implications for the Bride of the Lamb
- Understanding this righteousness is crucial for spiritual growth
- It will soon be revealed to those who seek it
Key Quotes
“The Bride of the Lamb shall it soon come to understand, that it is no less than the Righteousness of God, spun out by Faith from the original Purity of the Holy Trinity.” — Jane Lead
Application Points
- Seek a deeper understanding of righteousness through faith and spiritual growth.
- Recognize that the current understanding of righteousness may be insufficient and not the highest form of righteousness.