Commentary on the Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians
by John Calvin
Chapter 1 of 29 The Argument
- Running time
- 6 h 45 min
- Language
- English
- Read by
- David Ronald
- Translated by
- Rev. William Pringle
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If ever there was a time when the consolations derived from religious instruction were necessary, what other resource is left to the most heroic minds by the present distress of the Church, and by greater and heavier distresses which appear to be approaching? Whoever, therefore, wishes to remain unmoved to the last, let him rely entirely on this support; whoever desires to have a sure protection, let him learn to betake himself to this refuge. Besides, in these four Epistles, of which I now present to you my Expositions, you will find, noble Prince, many subjects of consolation exceedingly adapted to the present times ; but to which I do not now more particularly refer, because they will occur to yourself with much better effect in their own places.
I come now to my second reason for dedicating to you this work. During the present confusion of affairs, while some are shaken, and others are entirely thrown down, you have preserved an astonishing composure and moderation, accompanied by a remarkable steadfastness, amidst all the storms which have arisen. I consider, therefore, that it is highly advantageous to the whole Church, to hold out in you, as in a bright mirror, an example…