Steadfastness in Faith
Steadfastness in Faith2
2 Peter 3:17
By John Gill0MAT 24:24GAL 1:6EPH 4:14COL 2:82TI 4:3HEB 2:1JAS 1:61PE 5:82PE 3:171JN 4:1John Gill emphasizes the importance of vigilance among believers in light of the warnings about mockers and false teachers in the last days. He urges the congregation to be aware of the dangers posed by those who distort the Scriptures and lead others away from the simplicity of the Gospel. Gill reassures that while true believers cannot ultimately fall from grace, they can experience a decline in their steadfastness and faith. He encourages the faithful to remain steadfast in their beliefs and to guard against the errors that threaten their spiritual integrity. The sermon serves as a reminder to stay alert and anchored in the truth of Christ's teachings.
Epistle 363
By George Fox0EPH 1:3George Fox emphasizes the spiritual blessings bestowed upon believers through Christ, urging them to walk in love and unity, as they are all part of one body in the Spirit. He highlights the importance of steadfastness in faith, encouraging the faithful to remain grounded in their spiritual order despite physical separations. Fox reassures that true fellowship exists in the Spirit, transcending earthly divisions, and calls for believers to live godly lives, ministering to one another as stewards of God's grace. He concludes by affirming the eternal nature of their faith and the importance of being immovable in Christ, the foundation of their hope.