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Unfinished. Watermark 1808. 'And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, today shalt thou be with me in Paradise.' Theme: Judgement Day. Considers the 'Thief's Petition' for Christ's mercy and the Lords answer in granting him the petition. Concludes by bringing attention to the approaching 'Day of Reckoning' and its resulting judgement. Outer page is related to the Sabbath, and the congregations 'improper state'. An addition to the above sermon.

Theme: Objects of Divine favour. Provides a description of types of men i.e. the godly and the ungodly, and their places of destination i.e. heaven or hell. Concludes with an exposition on the blessedness of the Godly.

'Who is a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? He retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth in mercy...' Theme: Forgiveness. Considers the divine mercy of God towards sinners, in its rise, progress and consummation. Concludes with an exposition on the fate of those who do not believe in God.

'When he giveth quietness, who then can make trouble? And when he hideth his face, who then can behold him...' Theme: Sinfulness. Considers God as supreme governor of the world and his displeasure against wicked and rebellious People. Compares the peace enjoyed by the godly to the peace possessed by the ungodly. Describes the plight of the wicked and urges them to embrace God.

'Then said they unto him, Lord, evermore give us this bread.' Theme: The Bread of Life. Considers the 'Petition for the Bread of Life' from God and the means by which one may offer a Petition for this bread. Determines the excellency of this Bread and the10.
means by which it is to be obtained.

Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities...' Theme: Spirit of God. Refers to the Agency of the Spirit of God as a means of confirming and establishing the soul. Considers the agency of the Spirit in seasons of suffering and seasons of prayer.

'And I behold, and I heard the voice of many angels roundabout the throne...Blessing and honour and glory and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne...'Theme: Our knowledge of heaven. Concerns the Blessedness of Heaven and how little is known of it. Considers St John's revelation of heaven by describing the assembly which he saw, the object which they adored, and the adoration they offered.

Incomplete. One page of sermon concluding that those who have a life of well-doing will be received into heaven.

'Thus saith the Lord, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk therein.' Theme: Duty to religion. Determines what is the old and good way spoken of, our duty in respecting it and the encouragement given to perform this duty. Concludes with a warning not to neglect religion because time is short.

'For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.' Theme: Spirituality vs Carnality. Discusses the difference between the carnal and spiritual mind by considering their operations and effects. Concludes with an address to both the carnal and spiritual persons.