* The preference of the gospel to the law given by Moses. (1-11) The
preaching of the apostle was suitable to the excellency and evidence
of the gospel, through the power of the Holy Ghost. (12-18)... [ Continue Reading ]
1-11 Even the appearance of self-praise and courting human applause,
is painful to the humble and spiritual mind. Nothing is more
delightful to faithful ministers, or more to their praise, than the
success of their ministry, as shown in the spirits and lives of those
among whom they labour. The law... [ Continue Reading ]
12-18 It is the duty of the ministers of the gospel to use great
plainness, or clearness, of speech. The Old Testament believers had
only cloudy and passing glimpses of that glorious Saviour, and
unbelievers looked no further than to the outward institution. But the
great precepts of the gospel, be... [ Continue Reading ]