We learn this by the precepts that Jesus left. He observed that the people were looking outward, and assured them that the kingdom of God cometh not with outward observation; and for this reason, that it was only to be known in man. Elias Hicks assurecomethgod share on social
Then, certainly, to be a Christian is to love God above all, and our neighbour as ourselves. Elias Hicks christiangodlove Change image and share on social
You know that we have a great variety of ways to gratify our own desires. Elias Hicks desiregratifygreat Change image and share on social
There was nothing then but the revelation of the spirit-of God that could make any of the Israelites understand and believe that he was their proper Messiah. Elias Hicks godisraelitemake Change image and share on social
In reading the scriptures of truth, we often put wrong constructions upon them, and apply them improperly; and I apprehend it has often been the case in relation to this portion, particularly that part in relation to man's seeking out many inventions. Elias Hicks applyapprehendcase share on social
To this light, then, would I recommend all, with mine own soul, - to this sure way of salvation. Elias Hicks lightminerecommend Change image and share on social
Just as a son, to be a son of man, must be of the same nature and spirit of his father; so with the sons of God, and so it will be with all who are born of the spirit of God. Elias Hicks bearfathergod Change image and share on social
Therefore, don't let sinners take courage to think they will be favoured like the thief on the cross; for we see on the other side, they may be like the hardened one, and reproach death itself. Elias Hicks couragecrossdeath Change image and share on social
And yet you see the weakness of external evidence-and outward miracles; they were not sufficient to make true believers, or to make the Israelites believe that Jesus was their promised Messiah. Elias Hicks believerevidenceexternal Change image and share on social
I delight not in spreading any thing mysterious, for I consider it all lost time; but the things that all of us can see and know if we will. Elias Hicks delightlosemysterious Change image and share on social
