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in his spiritual life. I have been trying to imagine what it would be in heaven if angels were to neglect the influx of vital force that comes from the throne of God and of the Lamb; if at any time they were to feel not up to singing-mark or service-mark, what a strange heaven it would presently be; and what strange music with notes wanting,--sometimes in the air and sometimes in the bass. We know, however, that the real character of their life and service is not intermittent, but is expressed in the words,
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They rest not day nor night, saying, 'Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of Hosts.'
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The world is too strong for them ; well-intentioned people, but feeble in grace, and who have received but little of the Life of God. The cup was indeed put into their hands, but they were afraid to drink deeply, though the voice by their side was saying,
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Drink abundantly, O beloved.
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; they do not overcome the world; one has almost to make a fresh text for them,--
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This is the defeat wherewith they are worsted, even their little faith.