A32052:212
Saints memorials, or, Words fitly spoken, like apples of gold in pictures of silver…
Saints memorials, or, Words fitly spoken, like apples of gold in pictures of silver being a collection of divine sentences / written and delivered by those late reverend and eminent ministers of the gospel, Mr. Edmund Calamy, Mr. Joseph Caryl, Mr. Ralph Venning, Mr. James Janeway.
London : s.n., 1674
Modern spelling is a reading aid: the words are the author’s, only the spelling is modernized. Original shows the page as printed, with the transcription marks.
Do not conclude thy self good, because thou art so sometimes: 'Tis a Habit of Holiness, a Garment of Righteousness, that makes a Saint.
God doth take notice of our steps, but will judge us by our ways.
God doth take notice of our steps, but will judge us by our wayes.
Thou art not good because thou dost believe; the Devils do believe, and tremble: but a good belief, a good conversation, acts of piety and charity, are the ingredients of a good man.
To what end should a man fancy himself a Saint, when his heart lies open to the eyes of the Lord? He may be Gods Reprobate, though his own Elect.
If thou hast sinned, and dost repent, do not conclude that thou art well, and mayst return to thy former Vomit: for Justice when offended, will be severe against those that abuse a Mercy.