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That I may employ more of my breath in his praise

Topic: Evangelism, worship

“I trust the chief reason why I would wish my life to be prolonged is, that I may employ more of my breath in his praise.  But, alas!  while I endeavor to persuade others, that He is the chief among ten thousand and altogether lovely, I seem to be but half persuaded of it myself; I feel my heart so cold and unbelieving.”

John Newton, to Daniel West (August 13, 1773)

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2 Comments on “That I may employ more of my breath in his praise”

  1. Thomas Clay Says:

    October 11, 2007 at 8:42 am

    While your highlight of the former portion of that quote is most appropriate, I find myself more encouraged by the latter portion of it. Maybe I have more in common with Newton than I thought possible! :-) Oh, for the endless grace of God to ignite my heart to praise Christ more than ever before!

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  2. The Setting Sun » Not Drugs. Says:

    November 2, 2007 at 12:08 am

    [...] John Newton, to Daniel West (August 13, 1773) (HT: Timmy Brister) [...]

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