In the National Library of Wales there is a manuscript sermon in the
hand of Micah Thomas, authenticated by Sir Joseph
Bradney. It is 8 pages in length.
The text is Hebrews 13:12, 13
Wherefore Jesus also, etc, etc. Thomas begins with the context ("In the context the Apos.
says, “We have ...") and then introduces his divisions ("… These grand objects
he strives to promote in our text; in
farther attending to which let us I.
Explain the doctrine introduced. And II. Enforce
the instruction founded on that
doctrine.2)
His points then are
I. We are to
illustrate the doctrine proposed in the words
before us. He goes on "And in tracing this
interesting connexion, we are led
to observe it – in the sufferings
of Christ, - his sufferings without the
gate, - the design of
his bloodshedding; - & the divine efficacy
of the same –
In the
1st.
Instance, a striking analogy is discoverable
betwixt the Saviour of
men & former institutions …
2dly.
Another point of analogy is trace able,
in his suffering without the gates of
Jerusalem …
3dly.
.. the design of his blood shedding …
II.
To enforce the instruction....
1st.
Of all, demands a relinquisht of every
theory & system that clash and stand …
2dly.
… demands our going forth to Cht in the exercise of saving faith …
3dly.
… in the way of evangelical obedience …
He closes by saying
"Now
by way of improvement, let us,
1st.
Consider the grand motive thus to follow him:-
his own example ver 12.Xii 1 2 3 4
2dly.
Next, consider the importe of going forth to
him as a point of duty.
3dly.
Refelct on the conseqe of being ashamed of
Cht & his words Luk IX.26
4hly.
Mark the privilege of owning him. Joh. xii.26.
It is dated Abergy. 7 Novr
1826. Evening and 4 Feb 1849 Morning.
