The Precepts of Jesus

by John R. Macduff

Originally Published in 1858


It is our incumbent duty to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, and give earnest heed to the truths which proceeded from His gracious lips. "Never any man spoke like this man!" was the testimony of the officers who were sent to apprehend him—a testimony altogether spontaneous and unbribed on the one hand — and most faithful and true on the other.
The whole of His instructions have the highest claims upon our devout regards. In every doctrine He taught, every invitation He uttered, every promise He gave — we should "listen to Him!" And while we ought to listen to His voice as He speaks to us in words of encouragement and consolation, we are also to be equally attentive when, in a more practical strain, He enforces the various duties we have to discharge as His followers!
Our attachment to the gospel is very doubtful, if we are only concerned about enjoying its privileges — while its demands and obligations are viewed with less favor. But if we take as much delight in the precepts which enjoin holiness of heart and life — as we do in the promises which contain the richest blessings, and insure exemption from the sorest calamities — it is a conclusive evidence that our love of the truth is sincere and genuine.

142 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 21, 2012

About the author

John Ross Macduff was a Scottish minister and an author of religious essays and devotional works.