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The Slain Lamb Takes the Book from Him that Sits on the Throne

Published on September 9, 2009 By admin

He is called a Lion, but he appears as a Lamb slain. He appears with the marks of his sufferings, to show that he pleads for us in heaven, in virtue of his satisfaction. He appears as a Lamb, having seven horns and seven eyes; perfect power to execute all the will of God, and [...]

Weep Not – The Lion of the Tribe of Judah Would Open the Book

Published on September 8, 2009 By admin

Such desires, if not soon answered, turn to grief and sorrow. If John wept much because he could not look into the book of God’s decrees, what reason have many to shed floods of tears for their ignorance of the gospel of Christ! of that on which everlasting salvation depends! (Rev 5:4 KJV) And I [...]

Who is Worthy to Open The Book, and Loose its Seals – None Could be Found

Published on September 7, 2009 By admin

The creatures cannot open it, nor read it; the Lord only can do so. Those who see most of God, are most desirous to see more; and those who have seen his glory, desire to know his will. (Rev 5:2 KJV) And I saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, Who is worthy [...]

John’s Vision, in Which He Saw Christ Appear

Published on August 30, 2009 By admin

The churches receive their light from Christ and the gospel, and hold it forth to others. They are golden candlesticks; they should be precious and pure; not only the ministers, but the members of the churches; their light should so shine before men, as to engage others to give glory to God. And the apostle [...]