 The words contained in it were inspired by the Holy Spirit into the minds of faithful men, called Prophets and Seers in the Old Testament; and Evangelists and Apostles in the New. |
| Now an infinite happiness cannot be purchased by any price less than that which is infinite in value; and infinity of merit can only result from a nature that is infinitely divine or perfect. |
| Remember that the word of God is not sent to particular persons, as if by name; and do not think you have no part in it, because you are not named there. |
| Whether the family of the Clarkes were of Norman extraction cannot be easily ascertained. |
| It is the grace of God, that shows and condemns the sin that humbles us. |
| Man may be considered as having a twofold origin - natural, which is common and the same to all - patronymic, which belongs to the various families of which the whole human race is composed. |
| He who is completely sanctified, or cleansed from all sin, and dies in this state, is fit for glory. |
| If you be faithful, you will have that honor that comes from God: his Spirit will say in your hearts, Well done, good and faithful servants. |
| Deeply consider that it is your duty and interest to read the Holy Scriptures. |
