because the words of the preachers are words, but they are not words of GOD. I speak of that which we ordinarily hear. The Word of GOD is so powerful, and so efficacious, that it not only brings forth fruit in good ground, but even on rocks and among thorns. But if the words of the preachers are not the Word of GOD, what wonder if they have not the efficacy and effect of the Word? They have sown the wind, and they shall reap the whirlwind, says the HOLY GHOST. If preachers sow the wind, if that which
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