May 10. 1678. the Key of the Properties of Eternal Nature.
The speaker receives a vision of a key that has the power to unlock and understand the seven properties of eternal nature, representing a deep and complex truth that requires spiritual guidance and revelation.
Jane Lead preaches about a spiritual revelation she experienced, where she saw an engraving of a key held by a hand with a powerful inscription about unlocking the properties of eternal nature. She expresses a desire for deeper understanding and interpretation of this profound message, recognizing the significance it holds. Jane Lead seeks divine guidance to reveal the true and simplified meaning behind this mysterious vision.
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Being waiting this Morning in my Spirit, for some fresh Discovery, and Visitation, all being quiet and still within. I then saw a Place, whereupon was the Engraving of a Key, held by the Form of a Hand, and there was Written about it, This is that, which has Power to open the seven Properties of Eternal Nature. The Engraving was so plain, as I could read it, though my outward Eyes were closed. Ah Lord! Open this deep thing, and shew it in its own Simplified meaning; for sure there is much in it.
Sermon Outline
- I. The Revelation of the Key
- A. A Place of Quiet and Stillness
- B. A Vision of the Key and its Power
- II. The Power of the Key
- A. To Open the Seven Properties of Eternal Nature
- B. A Deep and Simplified Meaning
Key Quotes
“This is that, which has Power to open the seven Properties of Eternal Nature.” — Jane Lead
Application Points
- We should seek a quiet and still state of mind to receive spiritual guidance and revelation.
- The power to understand deep truths requires spiritual guidance and revelation.
- We should ask the Lord to open our understanding and show us the simplified meaning of complex truths.