The Virtue of Perseverance
Luke 9:61-62
And another also said, Lord, I will follow you; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house.…


I. MOTIVES.

1. The unchangeableness of God.

2. The unchangeableness of Divine charity.

3. The nature of virtue.

II. MEANS.

1. Prayer.

2. Energy.

3. Frequent reception of the Holy Communion.

4. The remembrance of heaven.

(Bishop Ehrler.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: And another also said, Lord, I will follow thee; but let me first go bid them farewell, which are at home at my house.

WEB: Another also said, "I want to follow you, Lord, but first allow me to say good-bye to those who are at my house."




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