Sermons, Volume 2T. Cadell and W. Davies, 1812 - Presbyterian Church |
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... misery . First , It is the state of the heart which determines our moral character . The te- nour of our actions will always correspond to the dispositions that prevail within . To II . To dissemble , or to suppress them , 28 On the ...
... misery . First , It is the state of the heart which determines our moral character . The te- nour of our actions will always correspond to the dispositions that prevail within . To II . To dissemble , or to suppress them , 28 On the ...
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... misery . External situations of fortune are no farther of consequence , than as they operate on the heart ; and their operation there is far from corresponding to the degree of worldly prosperity or adversity . If , from any in- ternal ...
... misery . External situations of fortune are no farther of consequence , than as they operate on the heart ; and their operation there is far from corresponding to the degree of worldly prosperity or adversity . If , from any in- ternal ...
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... misery . Besides this powerful argument for keeping the heart with all diligence , I must mention another important consideration taken from the pre- sent state of human nature . Think what your heart now is , and what must be the ...
... misery . Besides this powerful argument for keeping the heart with all diligence , I must mention another important consideration taken from the pre- sent state of human nature . Think what your heart now is , and what must be the ...
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... the crimes which occasion the misery of mankind , originate in that silent and secret recess of thought which is hidden from every human eye . $ 120 D 2 The II SERMON The secrecy and silence which reign there , of the Heart . 35.
... the crimes which occasion the misery of mankind , originate in that silent and secret recess of thought which is hidden from every human eye . $ 120 D 2 The II SERMON The secrecy and silence which reign there , of the Heart . 35.
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... misery . But take any of the licentious and sensual kind . Suppose it to have unlimited scope ; trace it throughout its course ; and you will find that gradually , as it rises , it taints the soundness , and troubles the peace , of III ...
... misery . But take any of the licentious and sensual kind . Suppose it to have unlimited scope ; trace it throughout its course ; and you will find that gradually , as it rises , it taints the soundness , and troubles the peace , of III ...
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