TITLE: THAT WE SHOULD BE HOLY (1645) Hanserd Knollys, Ephesians 1:4
Read by Jeff Massey
Hanserd Knollys was an influential leader among the 17th century English Particular Baptists. A former priest in the Church of England, he came to Baptist convictions in 1643/44 and was instrumental in the formation of a Baptist church in Great Saint Helen-street, over which he was ordained the pastor in 1645 and served until 1691. He was a man acquainted with many persecutions and hardships, but was graciously sustained by God. Along with Benjamin Keach and William Kiffin, he was considered one of the 'first three' of the Baptist ministers in his day.
In this sermon, Knollys declares that God has called His people to be holy for His own praise, and for the honor and glory of His Son, Jesus Christ. Knollys clarifies what gospel-holiness is and what it is not, and he identifies three sorts of false professors who claim to be holy but who are not. Knollys then closes this sermon by comforting believers with the knowledge that God will ultimately perfect them in holiness.
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“ i was really blessed by this ” honestly this sermon startled me. either this pastor was way off the mark or most modern day Christians have no idea what it means to be a true Christian. i say this in regards to myself as well. i hope the good Lord will continue to convict me of the things that are lacking in me and that he will continue to sanctify me. this message also prompts me to pray more ernestly for my erring brethren and discourages any haughtiness or highmindedness i am otherwise prone to. may Christ have mercy on his Church and bring us revival and reformation.
Karen Biser (3/14/2011)
from Maryland
“ Heart searching... ” Am I glorifying my redeemer with a holy heart and life? This sermon is challenging and thought provoking.
BWS (1/2/2011)
“ A Very Powerful & Searching Sermon! ” This historic sermon uses direct application which indicts nominal Christianity, modern churches, including popular Reformed and Sovereign Grace circles, and defenders of 'New Calvinism' (as Dr. Peter Master's article describes) who emphasize mere Doctrinal and Imputational holiness without Practical holiness, thus "turning the Grace of God into Lasciviousness".
This cutting sermon actually is bold to say who "are not the people of God", despite professions otherwise.
Note the observance of the Christian Sabbath, or Lord's Day, is specifically mentioned as one particular mark of holiness by the original preacher, as well as worldly "lifestyle" issues that today are untouchable under the pretense of "Christian liberty" or "culture".
Hanserd Knollys was an influential leader among the 17th century English Particular Baptists. A former priest in the Church of England, he came to Baptist convictions in 1643/44 and was instrumental in the formation of a Baptist Church in Great St. Helen-street, over which he...
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