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 honour and renown. In the great day, when God shall acquit you before all the world, both angels, men, and devils; and say, 'Here behold the ingenious confessor, and the true godly mourner, who was not ashamed to say, in sin I was conceived, and in iniquity brought forth.' This weeping soul have comforted with my spirits, and he stands justified by my son's merits. I'll honour him with a mantle that is better than that of all the daughters. Come then, Oh soul, see among the mourners in Zion, as every one desires to be comforted, and as every one would be so highly honoured.

3. Consider then that godly sorrow and confession of sin is a safe thing; it is the best and safest way to heaven and glory. Is it safe to contend with God! Can briars and thorns contend with God in battle? Is it safe to fall into the hands of the living God with the guilt of all your sins on you? No, therefore consider what I have said, and the way I have fixed on, viz. Godly sorrow, and true heart-breaking for sin; and the Lord give you understanding in all things.

''Now to God the Father God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost three persons and one God, be given (as is most due,) all honour, glory, and praise, now and for ever. Amen.''