An Apparent Paradox
Old Paths Bible Ministries © 2007 Richard St.James
The Paradox is concerning the perseverance of the Christian. What Makes Him Tick?
In John Bunyan's book, The Pilgrims Progress, written over three hundred years ago, a strange paradox is presented to the reader. The paradox is concerning the perseverance of the Christian.
What makes him tick? What keeps him in the narrow way with the passing of time, and through the trials of his faith?
Can human reasoning provide the answer? Please study the graphical illustration below. The question is asked: "Why doesn't the fire go out?" This question demands a supernatural explanation.
A supernatural explanation comes from a supernatural BOOK. A supernatural BOOK is written by a supernatural Author.
The BIBLE is this BOOK!!! Its Author is God. And in the English language, it is the King James Bible!
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The room on the Outside is exposed to The World.
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The Fire on the hearth represents the true believer in Jesus Christ (The Christian).
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The man on the right who is trying to put out the fire with the water is The Devil.
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The man in Back Room represents the inner work and presence of The Holy Ghost who is ever supplying the oil that is fueling The Fire!
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Please open your King James Bible and search out these verses of Scripture.
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Pray for God to open your understanding concerning these spiritual truths!
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