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History of the Christian Church, Volume III: Nicene and Post-Nicene Christianity. A.D. 311-600 by Schaff, Philip (1819-1893)
nd Protestantism. Before we take leave of this imposing character, and of the period of church history in which he shines as the brightest star, we must add some observations respecting the influence of Augustine on the world since his time, and his position with reference to the great antagonism of Catholicism and Protestantism.
Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 59: 1913 by Spurgeon, Charles Haddon (1834-1892)
"Who, having received such a charge, thrust them into the inner prison, and made their feet fast in the stocks. And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them.
Desire of Ages by White, Ellen Gould (1827-1915)
Chapter 22 Imprisonment and Death of John [This chapter is based on Matt. 11:1–11; 14:1–11; Mark 6:17–28; Luke 7:19–28.] John the Baptist had been first in heralding Christ’s kingdom, and he was first also in suffering.
Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 57: 1911 by Spurgeon, Charles Haddon (1834-1892)
"I have seen the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green bay tree, Yet he passed away, and, lo, he was not: yes, I sought him, but he could not be found.
Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 31: 1885 by Spurgeon, Charles Haddon (1834-1892)
"The waters shall be healed." Ezekiel 47:8. Ezekiel is robed in dreadful tempest and his whole book is "as the terrible crystal" for brightness and for mystery, yet he often gives us visions of exceeding comfort.
Complete Works of Thomas Manton, D.D. Vol. VIII by Manton, Thomas (1620-1677)
—Ver. 105. HERE I shall answer five objections that are made by cavillers. Object 1. First, If it be so clear a light, why do men so often mistake that have the scriptures, and consult with them? yea, why is there such differences among good men? Ans.
Expositor's Bible: The Book of Ecclesiastes by Cox, Samuel (1826-1893)
Those who raise the question, "Is life worth living?" answer it by—living on; for no man lives simply to proclaim what a worthless and wretched creature he is. But for the most part the question is mooted in a merely academical and not very sincere spirit.
Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 12: 1866 by Spurgeon, Charles Haddon (1834-1892)
... last I should deny You! Keep me living, keep me dying, keep me laboring, keep me suffering, keep ...
Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 15: 1869 by Spurgeon, Charles Haddon (1834-1892)
"I have the keys of Hell and of Death."- Revelation 1:18. THEN Hell and death, terrible powers as they are, are not left to riot without government. Death is a land of darkness, as darkness itself, without any order, yet a Sovereign eye surveys it and a master hand holds its key.
Sermons Preached Upon Several Occasions. Vol. I. by South, Robert (1634-1716)
A SERMON PREACHED AT CHRIST-CHURCH, OXON, BEFORE THE UNIVERSITY, OCTOBER 14, 1688. Prov. xii. 22. Lying lips are abomination to the Lord. I AM very sensible, that by discoursing of lies and falsehood, which I have pitched upon for my present subject, I must needs fall into a very large common place; though yet, not by half so large and common as the practice:…