It was never said, "Fear not, big flock"

"Many false and apostate churches have received aid from the State, as notably the Roman Catholic Church, the Greek Church, and others that might be mentioned ; but the true church has never been recognized by

the State, and was therefore never in a position to receive aid from it. ---The church to which the State gives its aid and sup port is always the largest and most powerful within the limits of the State. 

The State has no spiritual discernment, and naturally looks upon numbers, wealth, and influence as credentials of Divine favor and authority ; but they are far from being such in reality. 

--The true church was never the greatest in numbers, or the most wealthy, or influential. To the true church it is said, "Fear not, little flock ; it is My Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom;" (Luke 12:32) but it was never said, "Fear not, big flock." 

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