Such is the experience of one in whom Jesus lives without a rival, and in whom grace has wrought its perfect work.
“No form of vice, not worldliness, not greed of gold, not drunkenness itself, does more to un-Christianise society than evil temper,” says a distinguished and thoughtful writer.
If this be true, it must be God’s will that we be saved from it. And it is provided for in the uttermost salvation that Jesus offers.
Do you want this blessing, my brother, my sister? If so, be sure of this: God has not begotten such a desire in your heart to mock you; you may have it. God is able to do even this for you. With man it is impossible, but not with God. Look at Him just now for it. It is His work, His gift. Look at your past failures, and acknowledge them; look at your present and future difficulties, count them up and face them every one, and admit that they are more than you can hope to conquer; but then look at the dying Son of God, your Saviour—the Man with the seamless robe, the crown of thorns, and the nail-prints; look at the fountain of His Blood; look at His word; look at the Almighty Holy Ghost, who will dwell within you, if you but trust and obey, and cry out: “It shall be done! The mountain shall become a plain; the impossible shall become possible. Hallelujah!” Quietly, intelligently, abandon yourself to the Holy Spirit just now in simple, glad, obedient faith, and the blessing shall be yours. Glory to God!
“Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed?