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Samuel Rutherford was a 17th-century Scottish theologian and writer whose works had a profound impact on religious and political fields, particularly within the Protestant movement. He is known for his contributions to Christian ethics and political theory.

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“Christ and His cross are not separable in this life, howbeit Christ and His cross part at heaven's door, for there is no house-room for crosses in heaven. One tear, one sigh, one sad heart, one fear, one loss, one thought of trouble cannot find lodging there.”

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Book:Joshua redivivus: or, three hundred and fifty two religious letters ... To which is added, the Author's testimony to the covenanted work of reformation, between 1638 and 1649 ... As also, a large preface and postscript ... by the Rev. Mr. McWard. The tenth edition

Source: Joshua redivivus: or, three hundred and fifty two religious letters ... To which is added, the Author's testimony to the covenanted work of reformation, between 1638 and 1649 ... As also, a large preface and postscript ... by the Rev. Mr. McWard. The tenth edition

“Set not your heart upon the world, since God hath not made it your portion.”

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Book:Joshua redivivus, or Mr Rutherford's letters

Source: Joshua redivivus, or Mr Rutherford's letters

“Since He looked upon me my heart is not my own. He hath runaway to heaven with it.”

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Book:Extracts from the Letters of Samuel Rutherford

Source: Extracts from the Letters of Samuel Rutherford

“Your heart is not the compass that God steers by.”

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Author:Samuel Rutherford

“I wonder many times that ever a child of God should have a sad heart, considering what their Lord is preparing for them.”