Among the many things Christ is compared to in the holy scripture, to set forth his transcendent excellency, beauty, usefulness, and perfections, this of a Fountain is none of the least, it being a most profitable metaphor.
Amongst the many metaphors that our blessed Saviour is expressed by in the holy scriptures, certainly this of the Door must carry emphasis and signification, for use and improvement; otherwise He that was wiser than Solomon, and spake as never man spake, (for excellency of matter and form) would never have likened himself to a Door.
Now let us consider what is most properly called Spirit baptism. The Bible does not talk as much about this one. However, it is a Bible doctrine. At the point of salvation the Holy Spirit places us into Jesus Christ. When a soul trusts in Christ and is saved, he or she is “in Christ.”
What does Thanksgiving mean to you. See how the Levitical thanksgiving offering reveals the power of a thankful heart.
Do you close your prayers in Jesus' name? Why is it important to pray in His name? Why is simply saying the words not enough?
Is mercy killing or euthanasia acceptable to God? Should we put to death those who are suffering with a terrible disease?
