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100	1		_aChurch, J. _q(John)
245	1	4	_aThe Thirteen Names of the First Patriarchs, Considered as Figurative of the Progressive Influence of the Spirit. : _bBeing the Substance of Two Sermons, Preached on Wednesday March 24, and April 3, 1811, at the Obelisk Chapel
246	1		_aThe 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
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2018
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2018-12-27
508			_aTranscribed from the 1811 R. Thomas edition. Many thanks to the Bodleian Library for allowing their copy to be consulted
520			_a"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.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aSermons, English -- 19th century
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58554
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