Joseph Alleine Joseph Alleine (1634 - 1668)
Conversion
"Conversion is a work above man's power. We are 'born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God' (John 1:13). Never think you can convert yourself. If ever you would be savingly converted, you must despair of doing it in your own strength. It is a resurrection from the dead (Ephesians 2:1), a new creation (Galatians 6:15; Ephesians 2:10), a work of absolute omnipotence (Ephesians 1:19). Are not these out of the reach of human power? ... This is a supernatural work ... 'Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but of mercy he saved us' ... 'Of his own will he begat us' (James 1:18). We are chosen and called unto sanctification, not for it (Ephesians 1:4). God finds nothing in man to turn His heart, but enough to turn His stomach; He finds enough to provoke His loathing, but nothing to excite His love. Look back upon yourself, O Christian! Reflect upon your swinish nature, your filthy swill, your once beloved mire (2 Peter 2). Behold your slime and corruption ... How then should holiness and purity love you? ... Who but must needs cry, Grace! Grace! ... What but free grace could move God to love you."
 
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Macleod, John
Book title
Book Details
Paperback: 128 pages
Subtitle: N/A
Publisher: The Banner of Truth Trust
Category: Devotional Literature
Edition: First Edition Edition
Publish Date: 1988
ISBN: 9780851515380
Dewey Decimal Classification: N/A
Reference No: M-00181
Synopsis
"This book contains twenty-two miniature essays on some of the f inest devotional and biographical literature of the Christian church. Dr. John McLeod invites us to join him as he selects great books from his book-case and introduces us to a great life or to some rich spiritual theme. Fascinating in its own right,this also serves as an ideal introduction to great Christian Literature. It is ideal for occasional reading and also as a tool to encourage other to read."