Beacon Lights eBook

Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility. It is a vital truth, never to be overlooked nor allowed to sink out of practical regard, that the supernatural elements in our holy Christianity, and not its mere ethical teachings, constitute its characteristic life and only saving power. The true dignity, inspiration, and effectiveness of the pulpit, as well as the living perpetuity of the Church, depend upon the clearness, emphasis, and supreme prominence given to these elements. If these be explained away, relegated to the background, or superseded by something else, all commanding appeals to the human heart and conscience are disabled, the design of Revelation is contravened, and the sublime purpose of the Christian ministry is subverted.