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"No distrust made [Abraham] waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God, fully convinced that God was able to do what he had promised." (Romans 4:20-21 ESV)

“Let us also remember that we are all in the same condition as Abraham. Our circumstances are all in opposition to the promises of God. He promises us immortality: yet we are surrounded by mortality and corruption. He declares that he accounts us just: yet we are covered with sins. He testifies that he is propitious and benevolent towards us: yet outward signs threaten his wrath. What then are we to do? We must close our eyes, disregard ourselves and all things connected with us, so that nothing may hinder or prevent us from believing that God is true.” (John Calvin, Commentary on Romans, Chapter 4:20)

This year is the 500th anniversary of John Calvin's birth. He was born July 10, 1509.
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Heather McMillan said…
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May 11, 2009 at 6:23 PM
Heather McMillan said…
This is exactly what I needed to hear. Just finished my phone interview for Colorado a little bit ago. Still not sure what will happen, but above all, I must trust God, knowing that he is sovereign, that he is true. And now I want to read that commentary on Romans... :)
May 11, 2009 at 6:24 PM
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