For the infinite glorious Creator of all things, to become a creature, is a mystery exceeding all human understanding.
John FlavelChrist comes with kingly power, to rescue sinners, as a prey from the mouth of the terrible one.
John FlavelThat soul is dead to which the Spirit of Christ is not given in the work of regeneration; and all its works are dead works.
John FlavelIf God has given you but a small portion of the world, yet if you are godly He has promised never to forsake you (Heb. 13:5). Providence has ordered that condition for you which is really best for your eternal good. If you had more of the world than you have, your heads and hearts might not be able to manage it to your advantage.
John Flavel