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Catechistical guide to sinners, and to such converts that are babes in Christ wherein…
Catechistical guide to sinners, and to such converts that are babes in Christ wherein all the necessary points of religion are methodically proposed in Scripture-language, abundantly confirmed by the Holy Scriptures, and in some places concisely expounded : in the whole, all controversies are warily shunned, so that all true Christians, of what persuasion soever, may (if they need the help of others) use this catechism for their children, or others that are under their power and card / written upon request, by a lover of truth and peace.Catechistical guide to sinners, and to such converts that are babes in Christ wherein all the necessary points of religion are methodically proposed in Scripture-language, abundantly confirmed by the Holy Scriptures, and in some places concisely expounded : in the whole, all controversies are warily shunn'd, so that all true Christians, of what persuassion soever, may (if they need the help of others) use this catechism for their children, or others that are under their power and card / written upon request, by a lover of truth and peace.
London: printed by J.D., 1680
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Part 2 › Chapter 8: Of God's Work by Jesus Christ for the saving of Converts.
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Q. What must Believers do that they may be Holy, and confirmed unto the end?
A. They must cleanse themselves from all filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, perfecting Holiness in the Fear of God. 2 Cor. 7.1.
Q. Can you set forth this more particularly?
A. Yes, after this manner; They building up themselves in their most Holy Faith, praying in the Holy Ghost, must keep themselves in the Love of God, looking for the Mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto Eternal Life. Jud. 20, 21.
Q. I would hear something from you touching the particulars of your Answer: Wherefore I ask you in the first place this Question; What is it for Believers to build up themselves in their most Holy Faith?