Sermons ...: To which is Prefixed a Short Account of the Life and Character of the Author, Volume 3T. Cadell; F.C. & J Rivington [& others], 1822 - Presbyterian Church |
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... principles of noble independence . The upright man is satisfied from himself . He despises not the advantages of fortune ; but he centers not his happiness in them . With a moderate share of them , he can be contented ; and contentment ...
... principles of noble independence . The upright man is satisfied from himself . He despises not the advantages of fortune ; but he centers not his happiness in them . With a moderate share of them , he can be contented ; and contentment ...
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... principle of goodness , is beyond dispute , and that its value and efficacy are derived from its effects in purifying the heart , and reforming the life . All external services , which have not this tendency , are entirely insignificant ...
... principle of goodness , is beyond dispute , and that its value and efficacy are derived from its effects in purifying the heart , and reforming the life . All external services , which have not this tendency , are entirely insignificant ...
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... principles . Expressing always the highest regard for the laws of God , and the precepts of . virtue , he breathes at the same time a spirit of pure devotion . Though loaded with the cares of royalty , and encircled with the splendour ...
... principles . Expressing always the highest regard for the laws of God , and the precepts of . virtue , he breathes at the same time a spirit of pure devotion . Though loaded with the cares of royalty , and encircled with the splendour ...
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... principle which carries along with it its own obligation , that to Him who is the fountain of our life and the Father of our mercies ; to Him who has raised up that beautiful structure of the universe in which we dwell , and where we ...
... principle which carries along with it its own obligation , that to Him who is the fountain of our life and the Father of our mercies ; to Him who has raised up that beautiful structure of the universe in which we dwell , and where we ...
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... principle is engraved , of worship being due to that invisible Power who rules the world . Herein consists the great excellency of the Christian religion , that it hath instructed us in the simple and spiritual nature of that worship ...
... principle is engraved , of worship being due to that invisible Power who rules the world . Herein consists the great excellency of the Christian religion , that it hath instructed us in the simple and spiritual nature of that worship ...
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