02863cam a22003133u 4500 58554 UtSlPG 20260610134341.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BV Church, J. (John) The Thirteen Names of the First Patriarchs, Considered as Figurative of the Progressive Influence of the Spirit. : Being the Substance of Two Sermons, Preached on Wednesday March 24, and April 3, 1811, at the Obelisk Chapel The 13 Names of the First Patriarchs, Considered as Figurative of the Progressive Influence of the Spirit. Being the Substance of Two Sermons, Preached on Wednesday March 24, and April 3, 1811, at the Obelisk Chapel Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-12-27 Transcribed from the 1811 R. Thomas edition. Many thanks to the Bodleian Library for allowing their copy to be consulted "The Thirteen Names of the First Patriarchs, Considered as Figurative of the Progressive Influences of the Spirit" by J. Church is a theological work, likely written in the early 19th century. The book presents a series of sermons focusing on the names of the biblical patriarchs, discussing how each name reflects deeper spiritual truths related to the workings of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. Church's intention is to illuminate the significance of scripture, particularly in how these patriarchal names relate to themes of grace, divine influence, and spiritual growth. In this work, Church elaborates on the meaning of the first thirteen names in the biblical genealogies, from Adam to Japheth. Each name is dissected to reveal its significance: Adam represents humanity's earthly origin, Seth signifies a foundation for grace, and Noah symbolizes rest and consolation found in Christ. Through personal narrative and experiential reflections, Church intertwines theological discussion with his own spiritual journey, providing insight into the transformative power of faith. He addresses the struggles of believers as they confront their weaknesses, the internal spiritual battles they face, and the eventual consolation that comes from a deep relationship with God. Overall, the text serves both as an exposition of scriptural names and a testimony of the believer's journey through reliance on divine grace. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Sermons, English -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58554 99381 99381