

We have discreet affinities that keep us out of the mire-“I won’t stoop I won’t bend.” You do not need to, you can be saved by the skin of your teeth if you like you can refuse to let God count you as one separated unto the gospel. If we do think it strange concerning the things we meet with, it is because we are craven-hearted. “Filling up that which is behind of the afflictions of Christ” is not an evidence of sanctification, but of being “separated unto the gospel.” “Think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you,” says Peter. The reason they are not true of us who call ourselves ministers of the gospel is not that Paul forgot the exact truth in using them, but that we have too many discreet affinities to allow ourselves to be made refuse. 1 Corinthians 4:13 These words are not an exaggeration. “February 3 The Recognised Ban of Relationship We are made as the filth of the world.
