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“If you would know Christ at all, you must go to Him as a sinful man, or you are shut out from Him altogether.”

Quote by Alexander MacLaren

Book:Expositions of Holy Scripture

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Expositions of Holy Scripture

This work is a detailed scholarly analysis of the Bible, providing extensive commentary on each book and verse, aiming to elucidate the text's meaning and context. It is renowned for its thoroughness and scholarly approach to biblical interpretation. more

Author

Alexander MacLaren

Alexander MacLaren (February 11, 1826 - May 5, 1910) was a historian and theologian known for his contributions to Christian theology. His career and personal life remain somewhat obscure due to limited available information. more

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“Christ has given us, not only the ritual of an ordinance, but the pattern for our lives, when He took the cup, and gave thanks. So common joys become sacraments, enjoyment becomes worship, and the cup which holds the bitter or the sweet skillfully mingled for our lives becomes the cup of blessing and salvation drank in remembrance of Him.”

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Source: Sermons Preached in Manchester: First series

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Book:MacLaren's Commentary- Expositions of Holy Scripture

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Source: MacLaren's Commentary- Expositions of Holy Scripture