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(James Smith, "The Love of Christ! The Fullness,
Freeness, and Immutability of the Savior's Grace Displayed!")
We are predestined to be conformed to Christ's image. But
now we groan, being burdened with sin. Now we are grieved, because . . .
our tempers are so
unlovely,
our feelings are so
carnal,
our minds are so
wandering, and
our hearts are so
depraved.
"But we know that when He appears, we shall be like
Him--for we shall see Him as He is!" 1 John 3:2. We shall be exactly like
Him--in every sentiment, feeling, and design! Then selfishness will be forever done
away. There will be no more . . .
rebellion in the
will,
hardness in the
heart,
wandering in the
affections,
guilt in the conscience,
or
blindness in the
understanding;
but every faculty will be perfect in holiness--and the whole
soul filled with joy unspeakable and full of glory!
We shall be like Him! Then we shall be perfect in knowledge!
"Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face
to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully
known."
We shall be like Him! Then we shall be perfect in love! We
shall love God perfectly and supremely. We shall love all who love Christ, even
as we love ourselves.
We shall be like Him! Then we shall be perfect in happiness!
Every wish will be gratified, every desire fulfilled, every prayer answered.
We shall be like Him! Then we shall be glorious!
Is Jesus enthroned?
We shall sit with Him on His throne.
Is Jesus crowned?
He will give unto us an unfading crown of glory!
"But we know that when He appears, we shall be like
Him--for we shall see Him as He is!"
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