
J.H. Collins
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Sanctification -- Clearing Away the Rubbish
0NEH 4:10ISA 57:14JHN 15:5GAL 2:20HEB 4:151JN 3:9J.H. Collins preaches on the challenges Nehemiah faced while rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, emphasizing the need to clear away the 'rubbish' hindering Christian perfection. He explains that Christian perfection does not imply perfect knowledge, freedom from temptation, infirmities, or the impossibility of sinning, but rather a sanctified relationship with God where one is tempted but does not sin. Collins clarifies that Christian perfection is not about having Christ's holiness imputed to us, but rather having it imparted within us through a deep connection with Christ.
Sanctification -- What It Is
0LEV 11:442CO 7:1EPH 5:251TH 5:232TI 3:16HEB 12:141JN 4:18REV 22:14J.H. Collins preaches about the importance of sanctification and holiness in the Christian journey, emphasizing that perfect love casts out fear and the need for believers to be fully consecrated and cleansed from all sin to experience Christian perfection. The sermon delves into the two-fold meaning of sanctification - consecration and purification - highlighting that God enables believers to become holy and fulfill His commandments. The Scriptures teach that holiness is attainable and essential for believers to see the Lord, presenting it as the heritage of God's people and emphasizing that human nature can exist without sin through Christ's cleansing power.
Sanctification -- What It Is -- Difficult Texts
0ROM 3:23J.H. Collins preaches about the importance of surrendering all our cares and burdens to God, trusting Him to turn our sorrows into blessings. He emphasizes the need to understand the Bible in its entirety, ensuring that all passages harmonize with each other and do not contradict the clear teachings of God's Word. Collins addresses common misconceptions about sin in the Bible, providing explanations for passages that may seem to suggest the impossibility of living without sin. He highlights the transformative power of Jesus' blood to cleanse and make us whiter than snow, refuting the idea that Christians must continue to sin throughout their lives.
Sanctification -- When It Is
0JOB 1:1LUK 1:6JHN 17:17ROM 6:14ROM 12:12CO 7:11TH 5:23HEB 10:141JN 3:91JN 4:18J.H. Collins preaches about the pursuit of Christian perfection, discussing the process of sanctification and the distinction between justification and entire sanctification. He emphasizes that sanctification is a gradual work that can be attained in this life, contrary to the belief that it can only be achieved at death. Collins uses biblical examples and scriptures to illustrate the journey from justification to complete sanctification, highlighting the need for believers to seek and experience the fullness of God's love and power in their lives.
Sanctification -- When It Is -- Our Standards
0PRO 24:62CO 7:1EPH 5:25PHP 3:121TH 5:23HEB 12:141PE 1:151JN 1:9J.H. Collins preaches on the concept of entire sanctification, emphasizing the need for believers to cleanse themselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, striving for holiness in the fear of God. Various testimonies from influential figures like John Wesley, William Bramwell, Adam Clarke, Richard Watson, and others are presented to support the idea that sanctification is a subsequent work after conversion, distinct from justification. Methodist preachers are shown to uphold the belief in going on unto perfection and being made perfect in love, with hymns from the Methodist Hymn Book reflecting this distinction between justification and entire sanctification.
Sanctification -- How It Is -- Faith
01JN 5:14J.H. Collins preaches about the journey to perfect love and sanctification, emphasizing the need for faith in prayer and the assurance that God hears and answers according to His will. He discusses the distinction between growth in grace and instant sanctification, highlighting the instantaneous nature of receiving entire sanctification as witnessed in the experiences of believers. Collins encourages believers to trust in God's promises and have faith even when they do not immediately feel a change in their hearts, emphasizing the importance of believing first and then experiencing God's power.
Sanctification -- How It Is -- Confession
0PSA 1:3PSA 66:16LUK 9:26ROM 10:10PHP 3:151JN 4:17J.H. Collins preaches about the importance of testifying to God's work in our lives, emphasizing the need to openly confess Christ as our Sanctifier and share our experiences of justification and sanctification. He highlights that as Christ's witnesses, we are called to hold fast to our faith, glorify God, promote the welfare of others, and deepen our personal experience by sharing what God has done for us. Collins stresses the significance of giving humble, clear, and definite testimony to God's work in our lives, encouraging believers to boldly declare their faith and full salvation.
My Experience
0PSA 51:10ISA 26:3JHN 14:26PHP 4:71JN 1:9J.H. Collins shares his testimony of struggling with sin and seeking peace from God, eventually finding true peace and rest in God's mercy and experiencing a profound transformation in his life. Despite initial doubts and struggles, he eventually embraces the doctrine of entire sanctification, leading to a deep sense of God's presence, guidance, and peace. Collins testifies to the ongoing work of God in his life, experiencing a continuous flow of peace, nearness to God, and a profound sense of the Holy Spirit's presence and guidance.
Testimonies
0PSA 51:10ROM 6:11GAL 2:20EPH 3:191TH 5:23HEB 12:141PE 1:161JN 1:9J.H. Collins preaches on the powerful experiences of various Christian leaders like William Carvosso, John Fletcher, Bishop Hamline, Dr. Thomas C. Upham, Joseph Benson, Dr. Sheridan Baker, Dr. Adam Clarke, Mrs. Phoebe Palmer, Bishop Asbury, Dr. E. M. Levy, William Bramwell, and Bishop R. S. Foster, who all encountered moments of divine intervention, sanctification, and complete surrender to God, leading to a profound sense of holiness, purity, and love that transformed their lives and ministries.
The Land of Canaan as It Is
0GEN 13:15NUM 13:30MAL 4:2ACT 2:17ROM 8:28ROM 12:1GAL 3:29HEB 4:6HEB 4:111PE 2:9J.H. Collins preaches about the promised inheritance of the people of God, referred to as 'the rest of faith,' 'the higher life,' 'perfect love,' 'sanctification,' 'heart purity,' and 'the Beulah land.' Believers are encouraged to claim their right to possess this land of Canaan by inheritance through Christ, as heirs according to the promise. The description of 'the land of Canaan as it is' includes boundaries symbolizing inbred sin, worldliness, ignorance, and temptation, emphasizing the need to remain within its borders for safety. The delightful land is described as a place of beauty, prosperity, and peculiar inhabitants who are kings, priests, and prophets, reflecting the triune office of Christ.