And, indeed, this is one of the greatest mysteries in the world; namely, that a righteousness that resides in heaven should justify me, a sinner on earth!
JOHN BUNYANHe that forgets his friend is ungrateful to him; but he that forgets his Saviour is unmerciful to himself.
More John Bunyan Quotes
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To-despise the world is the way to enjoy heaven; and blessed are they who delight to converse with God by prayer.
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No child of God sins to that degree as to make himself incapable of forgiveness.
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Our heart often times wakes when we sleep, and God can speak to that, either by words, by proverbs, by signs and similitudes, as well as if one was awake.
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Knock, and it shall be opened unto you.
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In prayer it is better to have a heart without words than words without a heart.
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Run when I can, walk when I cannot run, and creep when I cannot walk.
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Temptations, when we meet them at first, are as the lion that reared upon Samson; but if we overcome them, the next time we see them we shall find a nest of honey within them.
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It is possible to learn all about the mysteries of the Bible and never be affected by it in one’s soul. Great knowledge is not enough.
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The Lord uses his flail of tribulation to separate the chaff from the wheat.
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The truths that I know best I have learned on my knees. I never know a thing well, till it is burned into my heart by prayer.
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Humility is the light of the understanding.
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The greatness of God, of the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, is that, if rightly considered, which will support the spirits of those of his people that are frighted with the greatness of their adversaries.
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It is profitable for Christians to be often calling to mind the very beginnings of grace with their souls.
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Pray often, for prayer is a shield to the soul, a sacrifice to God, and a scourge for Satan.
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The difference between true and false repentance lies in this: the man who truly repents cries out against his heart; but the other, as Eve, against the serpent, or something else.
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