Proverbs 11:30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that wins souls is wise. Our Lord's estimate of the soul's value was exceeding high. His mind saw its spiritual nature as an object of supreme worth. In proportion as we are Christ-like will our views correspond, and our efforts also. I. A GREAT WORK CONTEMPLATED. The definite business of all Christian workers. Great because — 1. Of the value of the object. 2. Of the soul's capacities — for evil if not won, and for good if won. 3. Because the soul is the mainspring of life and action. II. AN EFFECTUAL METHOD SUGGESTED. Winning. 1. Christian work is a magnetic force. The centre of electric magnetism is the Cross. 2. The possibility here embodied. A work which all may undertake and accomplish. III. A CHARACTER HERE DEFINED. "Is wise." Because he benefits others. Because he gains a star for his own crown. Because he is laying up treasure in heaven. For he wins the approval of his God and the plaudits of the angels. The highest form of wisdom is to devote life's strength to gather pearls whose salvation will enrich with eternal wealth. (J. F. Pridgeon.) Parallel Verses KJV: The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.WEB: The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life. He who is wise wins souls. |
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