The growth of trees and plants takes place so slowly that it is not easily seen. Daily we notice little change. But, in course of time, we see that a great change has taken place. So it is with grace. Sanctification is a progressive, lifelong work (Prov 4:18). It is an amazing work of God's grace and it is a work to be prayed for (Rom 8:27).
To those to whom Christ is the hope of future glory, he is also the life of present grace. - John Owen
To those to whom Christ is the hope of future glory, he is also the life of present grace.
- John Owen
All that may be known of God for our salvation, especially his wisdom, love, goodness, grace and mercy on which the life of our souls depends, are re… - John Owen
All that may be known of God for our salvation, especially his wisdom, love, goodness, grace and mercy on which the life of our souls depends, are re…
Satan's greatest success is in making people think they have plenty of time before they die to consider their eternal welfare. - John Owen
Satan's greatest success is in making people think they have plenty of time before they die to consider their eternal welfare.
We are never nearer Christ than when we find ourselves lost in a holy amazement at His unspeakable love. - John Owen
We are never nearer Christ than when we find ourselves lost in a holy amazement at His unspeakable love.
Fill your affections with the cross of Christ that there may be no room for sin. - John Owen
Fill your affections with the cross of Christ that there may be no room for sin.
The person who understands the evil in his own heart is the only person who is useful, fruitful, and solid in his beliefs and obedience. Others only … - John Owen
The person who understands the evil in his own heart is the only person who is useful, fruitful, and solid in his beliefs and obedience. Others only …
I do not understand how a man can be a true believer, in whom sin is not the greatest burden, sorrow and trouble. - John Owen
I do not understand how a man can be a true believer, in whom sin is not the greatest burden, sorrow and trouble.
If we do not abide in prayer, we will abide in temptation. - John Owen
If we do not abide in prayer, we will abide in temptation.
If private revelations agree with Scripture, they are needless, and if they disagree, they are false. - John Owen
If private revelations agree with Scripture, they are needless, and if they disagree, they are false.
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