
William Graham Scroggie
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The Guidance of Scripture
0PSA 25:9PRO 3:5ISA 30:21JHN 14:26JAS 1:5William Graham Scroggie emphasizes the importance of God's guidance in knowing our duty, highlighting that neglecting the Bible leads to ignorance of the Divine will. He stresses that the Scriptures hold the highest revelation of truth, and it is crucial to seek and obey God's will with a glad and trustful heart. Scroggie reminds the listeners that God promises to guide the meek in judgment and teach His way, but it requires obedience, prayer, dependence, and trust on our part to continuously receive His guidance.
Angry!
0MAT 9:13LUK 15:28ROM 2:11CO 13:4GAL 5:22William Graham Scroggie preaches about the elder brother in the parable of the prodigal son, highlighting how the greatest hindrance to Christianity can be those in the Church who are self-righteous and judgmental, despising others and lacking in compassion. He emphasizes how these individuals can hinder the joy and celebration of revival in the Church, being more concerned with tradition and propriety than with the salvation of sinners. Scroggie challenges the notion that custom and convention should override the joy of seeing lost souls saved, exposing the danger of being angry at the repentance and restoration of others.
Abiding Faith, Hope and Love
0ROM 5:51CO 13:81CO 13:131TH 1:3HEB 11:1William Graham Scroggie preaches on the enduring qualities of faith, hope, and love, emphasizing that while spiritual gifts may pass away, these three virtues will remain. He explains that faith, hope, and love are interconnected and essential components of the Christian life, with each playing a unique role. Scroggie highlights the eternal nature of faith and hope, pointing out that they will continue indefinitely, leading to ongoing progress and growth in our relationship with God.
Observing the Feast
01CO 5:72CO 6:17JAS 4:81JN 1:7William Graham Scroggie emphasizes the significance of Christ as our Passover sacrifice, urging believers to observe the Feast with sincerity and truth, separating from malice and wickedness. The Feast is not for salvation but for fellowship, highlighting the importance of living a holy life and maintaining communion with God. Scroggie warns against laxity in doctrine and practice, stressing the need for believers to be vessels of the Lord, dealing with known evil in their hearts, homes, churches, and businesses to experience God's blessings and revival.
Peaceful Power
0GAL 5:22PHP 4:7COL 3:151TH 5:23REV 15:2William Graham Scroggie preaches on the concept of having a 'sea of glass mingled with fire' as described in Revelation 15:2. He emphasizes the importance of balancing peace and energy in our lives, highlighting that peace should not exclude passion, and passion should not destroy peace. Scroggie encourages maintaining a harmonious blend of inward peace and outward energy to achieve an equipoise of power.
Patience to Wait
0PSA 27:14PSA 37:7ISA 40:31ISA 64:4LAM 3:25William Graham Scroggie emphasizes the importance of waiting on God, highlighting the grace of patience as a rare virtue. He illustrates the contrast between Passion, who is discontented and unwilling to wait, and Patience, who is quiet and willing to trust God's timing. Scroggie explains that waiting on God is not about being idle but rather a demonstration of spiritual faith, confidence, insight, foresight, and self-discipline. He points out that as we wait on God, He is actively working on our behalf, and there are certain things He can only do for us when we patiently wait for His timing.
He Reveals to Individuals
0PRO 3:5EZK 22:30ROM 4:17HEB 11:1William Graham Scroggie emphasizes the importance of individuals cooperating with God in fulfilling His purposes throughout history. He highlights that God seeks out trustworthy individuals who exercise faith to carry forward His plans. Scroggie explains that faith gives substance to hoped-for things and evidence to unseen realities, ultimately shaping new eras in human history. He underscores that significant turning points in history are often attributed to the rise of great personalities, particularly Christian men, who serve as powerful civilizing forces.