- Generational Criticism and Nostalgia
And it is sometimes the fault of old people to discourage the services of the present age by crying up too much the performances and attainments of the former age.
- Matthew Henry on 2 Corinthians 12:15
[Paul] did not abate in his love to them, notwithstanding their unkindness and ingratitude to him; and therefore was contented and glad to take pains with them, though …
- On 2 Corinthians 12:15
This is applicable to other relations: if others be wanting in their duty to us it does not follow therefore that we may neglect our duty to them.
- Indignation at Sin
Many seem to have indignation at sin; but it is not because it is sin, but because it touches them. They will inform against a man that swears; but it is only if he swear …
- End of Fear
The clearer sight we have of the sovereignty and power of heaven the less we shall fear the calamities of this earth.
- The Greatest Kindness
The greatest kindness we can do for those that are fearful and faint-hearted is to pray for them, and so to recommend them to the mighty grace of God.
- Badness of our Times
It is folly to complain of the badness of our own times when we have more reason to complain of the badness of our own hearts (if men’s hearts were better, the times …
- Sorrows and Joys of One Another
True love will interest us in the sorrows and joys of one another, and teach us to make them our own.