Remains of that excellent minister of Jesus Christ, Mr. Joseph Alleine being a collection…Remaines of that excellent minister of Jesus Christ, Mr. Joseph Alleine being a collection…

First, Have I been diligent in the duties of my Calling?

Secondly, Have I defrauded no man? Have I observed that golden rule of justice in my dealings this day, that I have done no otherwise to any man than I would be done unto? When I have considered it, I find that there is more of Christianity in our moral duties than we are aware of. This is not to be a Christian, to be so only in prayer, and hearing, &c. but to be a Christian in your Shops, and fields, &c. ⟨p. 26⟩If thou art no second table-man thou art no Christian. Remember that, this is to be a reproach to Religion.

Secondly, Have I defrauded no man? Have I observed that golden rule of justice in my dealings this day, that I have done no otherwise to any man than I would be done unto? When I have considered it, I find that there is more of Christianity in our moral duties than we are aware of. This is not to be a Christian, to be so onely in prayer, and hearing, &c. but to be a Christian in your Shops, and fields, &c. ⟨p. 26⟩If thou art no second table-man thou art no Christian. Remember that, this is to be a reproach to Religion.

Thirdly, Have I dropped never a lye in my shop or trade? You that have dealings in the world you had need to look to this every hour. I beseech you Christians look to this: this is a fearful sin, and it is a sign that there is nothing of Christianity in thee if this prevail. Therefore set a guard upon thy mouth; and beg of God to keep thy mouth, that there may nothing but truth come from it. And in the evening examine how thou hast kept thy charge in this respect.