Come and Behold the Glory of Christ | John Owen

Deep Dive into The Glory of Christ by John Owen - An Exhortation to Such as Are Not Yet Partakers of HimJohn Owen's exhortation is directed at individuals who are not yet believers, urging them to partake in the glory of Christ. He advises readers to critically examine their eternal state rather than relying on common presumptions, such as outward religious participation or moral superiority. Owen emphasizes the severe misery of living without Christ, contrasting it with the infinite love, grace, and condescension Jesus shows by continually inviting sinners to salvation. He assures readers that Christ is fully willing and powerfully able to save all who genuinely come to Him, while warning that refusing this invitation is a profound act of ingratitude and enmity toward God.A significant portion of the text addresses common excuses that sinners use to avoid committing to Christ. Owen dismantles the idea that performing basic religious duties is sufficient, noting that a singular, transformative act of faith is required. For those discouraged by past spiritual failures, he encourages persistent effort and waiting on God's grace. He strictly warns against the temptation to delay salvation for a more convenient time, identifying procrastination as one of Satan's greatest tools for ruining souls. To those hesitant to abandon worldly desires, Owen insists that coming to Christ requires a total relinquishment of sin, arguing that true, durable pleasure is found only in Him. Finally, he dismisses the excuse that the visible flaws of current believers justify a person's own unbelief. Ultimately, Owen calls for an immediate, resolute closure with Christ to secure eternal blessedness and avoid eternal ruin.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReformedExplainerWorship Music: https://suno.com/playlist/3a498d0f-c90e-4981-8aa7-59834e7239f7https://buymeacoffee.com/edi2730