* The duties of children and parents. (1-4) Of servants and masters.
(5-9) All Christians are to put on spiritual armour against the
enemies of their souls. (10-18) The apostle desires their prayers, and
ends with his apostolic blessing. (19-24)... [ Continue Reading ]
1-4 The great duty of children is, to obey their parents. That
obedience includes inward reverence, as well as outward acts, and in
every age prosperity has attended those distinguished for obedience to
parents. The duty of parents. Be not impatient; use no unreasonable
severities. Deal prudently an... [ Continue Reading ]
5-9 The duty of servants is summed up in one word, obedience. The
servants of old were generally slaves. The apostles were to teach
servants and masters their duties, in doing which evils would be
lessened, till slavery should be rooted out by the influence of
Christianity. Servants are to reverenc... [ Continue Reading ]
10-18 Spiritual strength and courage are needed for our spiritual
warfare and suffering. Those who would prove themselves to have true
grace, must aim at all grace; and put on the whole armour of God,
which he prepares and bestows. The Christian armour is made to be
worn; and there is no putting of... [ Continue Reading ]
19-24 The gospel was a mystery till made known by Divine revelation;
and it is the work of Christ's ministers to declare it. The best and
most eminent ministers need the prayers of believers. Those
particularly should be prayed for, who are exposed to great hardships
and perils in their work. Peace... [ Continue Reading ]