Matthew 13:38 The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one; I. THE GRANDEUR OF THE OBJECT. Survey the field geographically. Estimate the miseries of the world. Consider these human beings as immortal, and candidates for an eternity of happiness or misery. II. THE MISSIONARY UNDERTAKING IS ARDUOUS ENOUGH TO CALL INTO ACTION THE NOBLEST ENERGIES OF MAN. This enterprise requires consummate wisdom, unwavering perseverance, undaunted courage, sublime faith. III. THE MEANS BY WHICH THIS MORAL REVOLUTION IS TO BE EFFECTED. By the preaching of Jesus Christ and Him crucified. Contemplate the simplicity, benevolence, and efficacy of this means. (F. Wayland, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: The field is the world; the good seed are the children of the kingdom; but the tares are the children of the wicked one; |
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