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Watermark 1797. Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.' Theme: The Birth of Christ. Description of the incarnation of Christ represented in the Angels hymn as the brightest manifestation of the divine glory, the means of effecting peace upon earth and the most astonishing display of divine love. Concludes with and address to those who think nothing of Christ's birth.

Watermark 1815. 'There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth, when ye shall see Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob and all the prophets, in the kingdom of God, and you yourselves thrust out...'Theme: Consequences of disbelief. Considers the promise, the means used to accomplish it, and makes further observations on the subject. Refers to colonial administration, the British Empire, missionaries in. Africa and India. Observes that the kingdom of heaven is thrown open to all natives and that no matter what part of the world they live and die, those that believe are blessed.

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 1827. 'And his father Zacharias was filled with the Holy Ghost, and prophesied saying: Blessed be the Lord God of Israel; for he hath visited and redeemed his people...' Theme: Redemption and Incarnation. Praises God for the fulfillment of Prophecy in sending a Saviour and as a means of spiritual blessings. Urges people to participate in blessing the incarnation of the Lord.

Watermark 1809. And the Lord said, Hear what the unjust judge saith...' Theme: The duty of Prayer and Judgement. Considers what the unjust Judge said and the improvement suggested by way of instruction and Reproof. Concludes by addressing those who live without prayer, those who pray in a formal manner without spirit, those who pray earnestly for a while then become remiss, and those who received 'gravious' [sic] answers.

'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.