The unsound convert takes Christ by halves. He is all for the salvation of Christ, but is not for sanctification. He is for the privileges, but does not appropriate the person of Christ.
Joseph AlleineThe Lord Jesus Christ would have the whole world to know, that though He pardons sin, He will not protect it.
Joseph AlleineConverting grace puts God on the throne, and the world at His footstool; Christ in the heart, and the world under Hisfeet.
Joseph AlleineDo not stand still disputing about your election - but set to repenting and believing. Cry to God for converting grace. Revealed things belong to you; in these busy yourself. Whatever God's purposes may be, I am sure His promises are true. Whatever the decrees of heaven may be, I am sure if I repent and believe I shall be saved.
Joseph Alleine