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The Christian's great interest. Or, A short treatise, divided into two parts. The first…
The Christian's great interest. Or, A short treatise, divided into two parts. The first whereof, containeth the [sic] trial of a saving interest in Christ. The second, pointeth forth plainly the [sic] way how to attain it: : Wherein somewhat is likewise spoken to the manner of express covenanting with God. / By William Guthrie, Minister of the Gospel, at New-Kilmarnock.The Christian's great interest. Or, A short treatise, divided into two parts. The first whereof, containeth te [sic] tryal of a saving interest in Christ. The second, pointeth forth plainly te [sic] way how to attain it: : Wherein somewhat is likewise spoken to the manner of express covenanting with God. / By William Guthrie, Minister of the Gospel, at New-Kilmarnock.
printed by T. Green for Nicholas Boone, 1701
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Modern spelling is a reading aid: the words are the author’s, only the spelling is modernized. Original shows the page as printed, with the transcription marks.
Answ. He must take his Sins to heart, & his great hazard thereby, and he must take to heart Gods offer of Pardon and Peace through Christ Jesus, and heartily close with Gods offer, by betaking himself unto Christ, the blessed refuge.
Quest. 11. What if my sins be singularly heinous and great beyond ordinary?
Answ. Whatsoever thy sins be, if thou wilt close with Christ Jesus by Faith, thou shalt never enter into Condemnation.
Quest. 12. Is Faith in Christ only required of me?
Answ. Faith is the only condition, upon which God doth offer Peace and Pardon unto men: But be assured, Faith, i• i• a true and saving, will not be alone in the Soul, but will be attended wit true repentance, and a thankful study of conformity to Gods Image.