Thoughts on Religious Experience.

In 1844 Archibald Alexander wrote a book entitled “Thoughts on Religious Experience.” His words have great relevance for today:

It is a striking peculiarity in the religion of Christ, that in the conditions of discipleship, taking up the cross is the first thing. The Lord Jesus Christ never tempted any to follow Him with the promise of earthly prosperity, or exemption from suffering. On the contrary, He assures them that in the world they shall have tribulation…. Whoever will not take Christ with His cross shall never sit with Him on His throne. No cross, no crown.