Many are convinced, who are not truly enlightened; are afraid of the consequences of sin, though they never saw its evil; have a seeming desire of salvation, which is not founded upon a truly spiritual discovery of their own wretchedness, and the excellency of Jesus.

We serve a gracious Master who knows how to overrule even our mistakes to his glory and our own advantage.

Glorious things of thee are spoken, Zion, city of our God!

Our work is great; our time is short; the consequences of our labors are infinite.

Zeal is that pure and heavenly flame,The fire of love supplies ;While that which often bears the name,Is self in a disguise.True zeal is merciful and mild,Can pity and forbear ;The false is headstrong, fierce and wild,And breathes revenge and war.

Through many dangers, toils and snares, I have already come; 'Tis grace has brought me safe thus far, And grace will lead me home.

If we seem to get no good by attempting to draw near to Him, we may be sure we will get none by keeping away from Him.