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Although I never lack the presence and plain image of my own wretched infirmity, yet seeing sin so manifestly abounds in all estates, I am compelled to thunder out the threatenings of God against the obstinate rebels.The First Blast of the Trumpet Against the Monstrous Regiment of Women (1558), included in The Works of John Knox, Vol. 4 (1855), p. 374.
I have never once feared the devil, but I tremble every time I enter the pulpit.The Life of John Knox by Thomas M’Crie (1813), p. 147.
A man with God is always in the majority.The History of the Reformation in Scotland (1586), Book 2, as cited in later editions, e.g., The Works of John Knox, Vol. 1 (1846), p. 191.
Prayer is an earnest and familiar talking with God, to whom we declare our necessities, give thanks for benefits received, and crave continuance of His graces." Reference: John KnoxA Treatise on Prayer (1554), included in The Works of John Knox, Vol. 3 (1854), p. 93.
The Scriptures of God are my only foundation and substance in all matters of weight and importance.The Works of John Knox, Vol. 5 (1856), p. 385.
Let a thing here be noted, that the prophet of God sometimes may teach treason against kings, and yet neither he nor such as obey the word, spoken in the Lord's name by him, offend God.Selecting Writings, 165-166
Brethren, ye are ordained of God to rule your own houses in his true fear, and according to his word... And therefore, I say, ye must make them partakers in reading, exhorting, and in making common prayers, which I would in every house were used once a day at least.Works of John Knox, Banner of Truth, 2014, 4:137
The person of the speaker is wretched, miserable, and nothing to be regarded, but things that were spoken are the infallible and eternal truth of God.The Mighty Weakness of John Knox (49)
I will keep the ground that God has given me and perhaps in His grace, He will ignite me again. But ignite me or not, in His grace, in His power, I will hold the ground.
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