Then Jesus-loved him; with that natural affection which good men feel towards amiable youth who are correct in their deportment, though destitute of true religion.

One thing thou lackest; that one thing was supreme love to God. Persons may be amiable, kind, and moral in their deportment, and yet not be in heart truly pious. Such persons may at times feel anxious for their salvation, and yet not be willing to make the sacrifices and perform the duties which the gospel requires.

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