None can know their election but by their conformity to the image of Christ; for all that are chosen are chosen to sanctification.
Matthew HenryWhen he [the slothful person] is pressed to be diligent, either in his worldly affairs or in the business of religion, this is his excuse (and a sorry excuse it is as bad as none).
Matthew HenryThe flower of youth never appears more beautiful than when it bends toward the sun of righteousness.
Matthew Henry