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Then said Pilate unto him, speakest thou not unto me, knowest thou not that I have power to crucify thee, and have power to release thee?
彼拉多就对祂说，你不对我说话吗？你岂不知我有权柄释放你，也有权柄把你钉十字架吗？
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Jesus answered, thou couldest have no power at all against me, except it were given thee from above.
耶稣回答说，若不是从上头赐给你的，你就毫无权柄办我。
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轻微现代化和重新编排
“A Sermon on God’s Providence” by Arthur Dent, who lived until 1607, is a powerful sermon that explores the theological concept of God’s providence.
亚瑟·丹特的《论上帝护理的讲道》是一篇有力的讲道，探索了上帝护理的神学概念，他生活到1607年。
In this sermon, Dent explores the belief that God, in His infinite wisdom and omnipotence, governs and orchestrates all aspects of the universe, from the grandest cosmic events to the minutest details of individual lives.
在这篇讲道中，丹特探索这样的信念：上帝以祂无限的智慧和全能，治理和安排宇宙的各个方面，从最宏大的宇宙事件到个人生活的最微小细节。
Dent’s sermon begins by establishing the fundamental premise that God’s providence is all-encompassing, meticulously overseeing every facet of existence.
丹特的讲道开始时确立了这个基本前提：上帝的护理是包罗万象的，细致地监管存在的每个方面。
He cites various arguments and objections that challenge this doctrine, only to systematically refute them, demonstrating his profound understanding of both scripture and philosophical reasoning.
他引用挑战这一教义的各种论证和反对意见，只为系统地驳斥它们，展示了他对圣经和哲学推理的深刻理解。
Throughout the sermon, Dent draws from biblical verses and passages, using them to reinforce his arguments and provide a solid theological foundation for the concept of God’s providence.
在整篇讲道中，丹特引用圣经经文和段落，用它们来加强他的论证并为上帝护理的概念提供坚实的神学基础。
He also cites the works and thoughts of notable philosophers and theologians, such as Augustine and Aristotle, to support his claims.
他还引用著名哲学家和神学家的作品和思想，如奥古斯丁和亚里士多德，来支持他的主张。
One key element of Dent’s sermon is his exploration of why God allows suffering and adversity to befall individuals and nations.
丹特讲道的一个关键要素是他对为什么上帝允许苦难和逆境降临到个人和国家的探索。
He argues that these trials serve as opportunities for humankind to be humbled and to turn to God in repentance and faith.
他论证这些试炼作为机会，使人类谦卑并在悔改和信心中转向上帝。
This perspective aligns with the biblical notion that afflictions are a means of God’s discipline and correction, ultimately working for the spiritual betterment of His people.
这个观点与圣经的观念一致，即苦难是上帝管教和矫正的方式，最终为祂子民的属灵益处而效力。
Dent also addresses the question of why the righteous sometimes suffer while the wicked appear to prosper, a theme often found in religious discussions.
丹特还处理了为什么义人有时受苦而恶人似乎兴旺这个问题，这是宗教讨论中经常出现的主题。
He emphasises that the apparent prosperity of the wicked is temporary and that God’s ultimate justice will prevail, underlining the importance of faith, patience, and trust in God’s providential plan.
他强调恶人表面的兴旺是暂时的，上帝的终极公义将得胜，强调对上帝护理计划的信心、忍耐和信靠的重要性。
The sermon concludes with a call to prayer and reflection, urging the congregation to seek solace and guidance in God’s providence.
讲道以呼召祷告和反思结束，敦促会众在上帝的护理中寻求安慰和指导。
Dent encourages believers to embrace the divine wisdom that guides the universe and to draw nearer to God through their trials and tribulations.
丹特鼓励信徒拥抱指导宇宙的神圣智慧，并通过他们的试炼和患难更亲近上帝。
Arthur Dent (ca. 1553-1607), a, English Puritan, was born in Melton, Leicestershire, England.
亚瑟·丹特（约1553-1607），英国清教徒，出生于英格兰莱斯特郡的梅尔顿。
He graduated B.A. in 1575–6, and M.A. in 1579.and authored the bestseller, The Plain Man’s Pathway to Heaven, which was instrumental in converting John Bunyan.
他于1575-1576年获得学士学位，1579年获得硕士学位，并著有畅销书《平凡人通天之路》，该书在约翰·班扬的归信中起了关键作用。
Dent became a minister in South Shooberry, Essex.
丹特成为埃塞克斯郡南舒伯里的牧师。
He suffered persecution from Bishop Aylmer for non-conformity to the Church of England’s hierarchy and to the traditions of men added to Anglican worship.
他因不遵从英国国教的等级制度和加入圣公会崇拜的人的传统而受到艾尔默主教的迫害。