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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1896
Page
4
A lengthy 1806 era tract from Shreveport discusses politics, temperance, and local affairs. It cites figures like Gov Foster supporters, Justice Monenre, and J. M. Poster with mentions of radical sentiment, bi metals, and national figures. The piece notes social exhortations, a funeral notice, civic praise, and community updates including a church voice, a fire department, and local businesses.
The Shreveport scene shows silver and gold faction tensions within local politics. Reports hint at dual tickets and shifting loyalties as factions rally, with readers urged to await Saturday’s issue for fuller coverage.
The excerpt discusses the relationship between justification by faith and sanctification, critiquing views that sanctification can be achieved by self effort. It argues salvation rests on Christ and faith, while true holiness comes from dependence on Him and the Holy Spirit, not human works. It cites scriptures on living by faith and relying on grace.
In this devotional passage the author argues that faith powers action and sustains a life of intense, divinely energized effort. It stresses that Christ must be honored in sanctification and justification, and that trusting fully reveals Divine power to overcome sin and produce works pleasing to God. Job printing offered by The Progress office. Ripans Tabules advertised for relief and indigestion.
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