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Wesley's Explanatory Notes on 1 Thessalonians 5:20

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John Wesley (1703–1791) · 18th-century historical commentary
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Despise not prophesyings - That is, preaching; for the apostle is not here speaking of extraordinary gifts. It seems, one means of grace is put for all; and whoever despises any of these, under whatever pretence, will surely (though perhaps gradually and almost insensibly) quench the Spirit. 1 Thessalonians 5:21
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