Leaving his dwelling place and property without excessive emotion, the man of God embraces the mansion that is in heaven. He readily follows Him who leads him away from this present life. He by no means and on no occasion turns back. Rather, he gives thanks for his journey and blesses [God] for his departure.
Clement of Alexandria (c. 195)
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Daniel Haynes
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Randal Matheny 5:49 pm on January 22, 2010 Permalink |
For some reason I like that phrase, “without excessive emotion.” We get torn up over the loss of property and loved ones and relationships. Losing for the kingdom should be glorious.
Daniel Haynes 6:00 pm on January 22, 2010 Permalink |
Yes! I am fascinated with the early Christians (late 1st to 2nd century) understanding of Scriptures. In fact, latter this year, I hope to be able to present a series of lessons on what they believed and how it measures up to the Scriptures.
Randal Matheny 6:06 pm on January 22, 2010 Permalink
Really? That’s nifty. Must be a reader of E. Ferguson then. I believe that’s his specialty. Where you going to present these lessons?
Daniel Haynes 6:16 pm on January 22, 2010 Permalink
Ironically, no. But I need to. I have a few of his books. Excellent material. I actually use a few different sources by David Bercot. I plan to present the lessons here in Salt Lake City.
Randal Matheny 6:27 pm on January 22, 2010 Permalink
I have a couple of Bercot’ works. Here’s one to make your mouth water: I have the church history dictionary that Ferguson edited also. What a work! And for one Christmas, I think it was, a collection of quotes organized by him from church writers after the first century. Very nice.
Daniel Haynes 6:30 pm on January 22, 2010 Permalink
Now you’re speaking my language. Be careful not to place a stumbling block before your brother – I might have to purchase these before the day is finished.