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 being a restraint from gross crimes, I cannot help saying that, speaking of the things of God with the concern of a parent or the humanity of a master, must give a solemnity of spirit, and a sense of their moment, even greater than before. A man cannot speak to purpose without feeling what he says; and the new impression will certainly leave behind it a lasting effect. Let me therefore earnestly recommend to you the faithful discharge and careful management o family duties, as you regard the glory of go the interest of the church, the advantage a your posterity, and your own final acceptance in the day of judgement.'