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Fourthly, that he might have a proof of the self-denial of these men, of their absolute subjection to ¹him; in the exercise of which grace, God takes exceeding delight.

Fourthly, that he might have a proof of the selfdenial of these men, of their absolute subjection to ¹him; in the exercise of which grace, God takes exceeding delight.

1. 14.

Fifthly, that he might teach such, whilst they do enjoy their opportunities of service, to walk in dependence ⟨p. 5⟩¹upon him, humbly before him, not attributing much to themselves: wherefore let such men learn not to set too high a price upon their condition, that God hath raised them unto above others: although it is true, that it is one of the greatest happinesses under heaven, to have large opportunities of service for God and his Church, yet we should not so value them, as to stretch conscience in the least degree, for the continuance or improvement of them: look to the word, keep close to it, and then regard not what men shall suggest, what a deal of good you might do, how much service, what honour you might bring to God; why will you hazard your self and the loss of all?

Fifthly, that he might teach such, whilest they do enjoy their opportunities of service, to walk in dependence ⟨p. 5⟩¹upon him, humbly before him, not attributing much to themselves: wherefore let such men learn not to set too high a price upon their condition, that God hath raised them unto above others: although it is true, that it is one of the greatest happinesses under heaven, to have large opportunities of service for God and his Church, yet we should not so value them, as to stretch conscience in the least degree, for the continuance or improvement of them: look to the word, keep close to it, and then regard not what men shall suggest, what a deal of good you might do, how much service, what honor you might bring to God; why will you hazard your self and the loss of all?