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'He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return...' Theme: The Nobleman's neglect. Refers to noblemen as desiring earthly grandeur whilst neglecting important ends and purposes in life. Discusses the questions: Has Christ given some talent to improve? What improvement has been made? What excuse is there for neglecting to improve them?

'And the angel said unto them, Fear not; for behold, I bring you, good tidings of great Joy, which shall be to all people.' Theme: The Celebration of the Birth of Christ. Outlines the events surrounding the birth of Christ with reference to the prophecies leading up to the event. Concludes with a warning to those who gratify their 'carnal lusts' and praise of those who embrace Jesus.

'And the Angel said unto them, Fear not: for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people...'Theme: Birth of Christ. Illustrates that the news of a Saviour's Birth may be called good tidings of great joy and points out to whom they will be of great joy. Concludes that this is dependent upon what foundation we stand for eternity and how we view our sin and danger.

'And the Angel said unto them, Fear not: for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people...' Theme: The Birth of Christ. Endeavours to elucidate the Tidings announced and consider their importance. A Christmas sermon with an exhortation to break from sinful ways for this may be the last Christmas.

Watermark 1820. 'And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon, and the same man was just and devout...'Theme: Christ's Consolation. Considers in what respect Christ is the consolation of Israel and in what manner we are to wait for him. Concludes with a reference to Christ's redemption of us to God and the consolation we derive from it.

'...Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel...'Theme: Love of Christ. Considers Christ's exhibition to the world and the more immediate end to encourage and promote an increased awareness of Christ's sufferings and acknowledgement of his love.

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.

Watermark 1830. 'But Herod the tetrarch, being reproved by him for Herodias...and for all the evils which Herod had done...' Theme: Sin. Considers the power of sin and the malignity of inflicting misery and ruin. Discusses his belief that the Scriptures should not be read as history only because it does not reveal the 'heart' of God's word.

Watermark 1815? 'And the whole multitude sought to touch him: for there went virtue out of him, and healed them all.' Theme: The Benevolence of Christ. Considers the analogy between Christ's miracles and spiritual blessings and how this relates to what will be done with our deceased souls, and endeavours to improve on the text to illustrate the direction that should betaken. Concludes with a reference to the state of those who touched him.