Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.”
Though apostates fall away, God's foundation in the church remains unmoved. That foundation bears an inscription always: the Lord knows those that are His, and no one can deceive Him. It is at once a comfort to the faithful and a terror to those who think themselves hidden from His sight.
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God's covenant in Christ is sealed and stands firm as a foundation. The seal works both ways: God's side reads, The Lord knows them that are His; our side reads, Depart from all iniquity. Christianity is not a mere speculation but a practical art of holy living; your practice must answer your profession.
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Be strengthened in grace, not as a permission to sloth, but as a command to shake off the flesh's sluggishness. Even the most gifted lose heart midway unless they are constantly aroused and reminded that their strength comes not from themselves but from Christ.
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Commenting on 2 Timothy 2:1-26