_Jude … to them that are sanctified._ THE APOSTOLIC BENEDICTION I. The apostolic benediction. St. Jude has given the blessing in a fuller form than any of his brethren, superadding the benefits of Christian “love” to the other subjects of the holy wish. Observe that in this benediction the apostles... [ Continue Reading ]
_Mercy unto you, and peace, and love, be multiplied._ MERCY, PEACE, AND LOVE MULTIPLIED I. Mercy. 1. Pardoning mercy. 2. Sustaining mercy. 3. Preserving mercy. 4. Restraining mercy. 5. Supplying mercy. 6. Restoring and sanctifying mercy. 7. Glorifying mercy. II. Peace. 1. Internal peace--... [ Continue Reading ]
_Beloved._ MINISTERIAL COURTESY AND LOVE 1 Piety is no enemy to courtesy. 2. The work and labour of a minister should proceed from love to his people. 3. People should study to be fit for the love of their pastor. 4. The love of a minister must not be slack and remiss, but vehement and ardent.... [ Continue Reading ]