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'But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope...' Theme: Judgement Day. Discusses the declarations in relation to the certainty of Resurrection, the order in which it will be effected and the blessedness of this day to the saints. Concludes with an entreaty for non-believers to pray to God and be aware of the danger on the day of Judgement.

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.

1) Psalm 35:3 'say unto my soul, r am thy salvation.' Theme: Salvation. Proposes the petition as offered in the text, as suited to us. Concludes with and address to improve our privileges to honour God.7 pp., incomplete.
(2) 2 Corinthians 4:17-18- 'For our light affliction...' Theme: Belief in Christ. Considers the object of a Christian's pursuit, the effects of his troubles and the communion between them. Concludes with the inferences that the majority are seeking earthly things while those pressing for heavenly things are few, and the blessedness of the true Christian. 7 pp., complete.
(3) 2 pp. belonging to the first sermon about contending with sin, Satan and death.
16 pp., sewn together.

Watermark 1797. 'If one man sin against another, the judge shall judge him: but if a man sin against the Lord, who shall intreat for him...' Theme: The Ungodly men and Justice. Refers to the sins of Eli. Observes and elaborates upon the dispersing of Justice by qualified and authorized Persons. Considers it necessary along with Magistrates and Judges for Government. Justifies its existence by drawing a parallel with the formation of Israel. Concludes with a warning about the approaching day of Judgement and the state of Souls.

Watermark 1809. '...Likewise I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth.' Theme: Salvation. Considers Jesus concern for the sinful and worthless and his willingness to aid their recovery. Contemplates the
little regard men have of their souls, the effects of a faithful administration of Gods word and the thankfulness those should have who have found the Lord.

Watermark 1828. 'For I know him that he will command his children...and they shall keep the way of the Lord...' Theme: Influence and Piety. Uses Abraham as an example of piety. Shows the use we should make of Influence, i.e. diligence and improvement and the benefits arising from its use.

Watermark 1808. 'There remaineth therefore a rest to the People of God.' Theme: The Privileges of Christianity. Points out who the people of God are and what the 'rest' is that remains for them. Concludes it is desirable to be among God's people.

Watermark 1796. 'Then shalt thou cause the Trumpet of the jubilee to sound...in the day of atonement shall ye make the trumpet sound throughout all your land...' Theme: Comparison of the Gospel and the Season of Jubilee. Discusses the agreement between the Jubilee and the Gospel according to their proclamation and the blessings they conveyed. Concludes with a debate upon the way sinners are converted, Gods counteraction of weakness and folly and the blessedness of those who embrace the Gospel.

Watermark 1808. 'For thru him we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father.' Theme: Access to God. Shows the way of access to God through Jesus Christ and the excellency of this way. Addresses those who never seek access in prayer and those who came to God through sin.

'Wherein they think it strange that ye run not with them to the same excess of riot, speaking evil of you: Who shall give account to him that is ready to judge the quick and the dead.' Theme: Christian Life. Considers the Christians opposite course to the world, the thought and speeches of the course and the final judgement of both. Addresses those who will not repent.