Note.—While the claims of the law of God are presented to the sinner, ministers should never forget that love—the love of God—is the only power that can soften the heart and lead to repentance and obedience, and that to save men is their great work.
14. As a preparation for their work, what did Christ do to the apostles?
“Then opened He their understanding, that they might understand the Scriptures.” Luke 24:45.
15. For what did He tell them to tarry in Jerusalem?
“But tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high.” Verse 49.
16. How did the apostles preach the gospel?
“With the Holy Ghost sent down from heaven.” 1 Peter 1:12.
17. What was the result of this preaching?
“Many of them which heard the word believed.” “And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.” Acts 4:4; 6:7.
18. What promise is made to the faithful gospel minister?