Ibcaloc|ical feminnvy,j PRINCETON, y. J. The StcBhen Collins Douatioii. BV 4811 .B76 1855 Brooks, N. C. 1809-1898. Manual of devotion, or. Religious exercises for th< ■ s N# f \ > V ► . ^ V 5 '» ■# . \ V '^ AV s - V^ MANUAL OF DEV.OTION, OR RELIGIOUS EXEECISES FOR THS MORNTNa AND EVENING ©f eacl; IBas in tje ptontf). FOR THE nsE OP SCHOOLS AND PRIVATE FAMILIES. -♦♦^ ~7 BY N. C. BROOKS, A. M., PRESIDENT OF THE BALTIMORE FEMALE COLLEOE. SIXTH EDITION. NEW YORK: PUBLISHED BY A. S. BARNES & Co. CINCINNATI : H. W. DERBY & CO. 18 55, Entered, according to the act of Congress, in the year eighteen hundred and fifty-two, by N. C. BROOKS, in the Clerk's Office of the District Court of Maryland TO PARENTS, GUARDIANS, AND THE INSTRUCTORS OF YOUTH IN THE UNITED STATES, CHs ifHanual of ^eUfltous 32%zvcUzB FOB SCHOOLS AND PRIVATE FAMILIES, IS RESPECTFULLT DEDICATED BY NATHAN COVINGTON BROOKS. PREFACE. As the only guarantee of the permanency and pros- perity of a Republic, is to be found in the intelligence and virtue of the people, it is to be regretted that hith- erto, in the educational systems of our country, there has been so httle recognition of God and of the sanc- tions which religion gives to morahty and virtue. Convinced of the necessity of educational reform in this respect, and of the importance of imbuing the mind early with religious sentiments, I have prepared in the Manual of Devotion, a series of exercises which are intended to present the great fundamental truths of our holy Christianity, in a way calculated to interest the youthful mind in the study of the Bible, and to impress the heart with feelings of a religious and devotional character. To prevent that wandering of the mind which is too common in schools, on the ordinary reading of a chapter by the Teacher, as well as to engage all pres- ent in a direct act of devotion, I deemed it advisable to make a part of the exercises consist of alternate readings and responses by the Teacher and the Scholars. As these are made up of extracts from the Bible, it is hoped they will prove acceptable to all de- nominations of Christians. 5 VI PREFACE. After singing one of the hymns, and reading the morning or evening lesson, the Teacher will offer a prayer to the throne of Grace. At the close of his petition, all the Scholars will unite with him in re- peating the Lord's Prayer. For the convenience of Teachers who may desire some assistance in directing their thoughts in prayer, an edition of the Manual is published, containing an appropriate Prayer for each Morning and Evening of the Month. When these are used, the person lead- mg the devotion can introduce, when necessary, any thing additional that occasion may require. The proper place for this will be before the last sentence. "The School Harmonist" is an accompaniment to "The Manual of Devotion," which besides the elements of Musical Science, contains all the Hymns in the Manual, set to music, with additional Songs and Hymns for the opening and closing of Schools, and for public celebrations of Literary Institutions. A taste will thus be formed for Sacred Music in early life, which will promote the worship of God in family de- votion, and in the public exercises of the Sanctuary. Baltimore Female College, Baltimore, Sept. 1, 1853. CONTENTS. Attributes of God. Prophecies Concerning Christ. History of Christ. Offices of Christ. The Gift of Christ. Holy Ghost. PAGE. Eternity of God 11 Form of Prayer 13 Greatness and Glory of God 15 Form of Prayer 17 Omnipotence of God 18 Form of Prayer 20 ( )mniscience and Omnipresence of God 21 Form of Prayer 23 Benevolence of God 24 Form of Prayer 26 Incarnation, Birtli and Character of Christ. . . 27 Form of Prayer 30 Ministry and' Miracles of Christ 2Q Form of Prayer 35 Arrest and Condemnation of Christ 37 Form of Prayer 42 Crucifixion of Christ 43 Form of Prayer 46 Death and Resurrection of Christ 47 Form of Prayer 51 Godhead and Humanity of Christ 52 Form of Prayer 54 Incarnation and Birth of Christ 55 Form of Prayer 57 Crucifixion of Christ 58 Form of Praver 60 Death and Burial of Christ 61 Form of Prayer 63 Resurrection and Ascension of Christ 64 Form of Prayer 66 Lord's Supper 67 Form of Prayer 69 Christ as Redeemer 70 Form of Prayer 72 Christ as Sa\iour 73 Form of Prayer 75 Christ as Mediator and Intercessor 76 Form of Prayer 78 Benevolence of God in the Gift of Christ. ... 79 Form of Prayer 81 Benefits of the Gift of Christ 82 Form of Prayer 84 Benefits of the Death of Christ 85 Form of Praver 87 Promise of the Holy Ghost 88 Form of Prayer 90 Gill of the Holy Ghost 91 . 7 vm CONTENTS IIoLT Ghost. Heavenly Wisdom. Holy Scrip- tures. The Command- ments. Repentance AND Faith. PAGE. ( Form of Prayer 93 ] Fruits of the Holy Ghost 94 ( Form of Prayer 96 f Source of Wisdom 97 J Form of Prayer 99 1 Fruits of Wisdom 100 [ Form of Prayer 102 ( The Holy Scriptures 103 I Form of Prayer 105 {The Ten Commandments 106 Form of Prayer 108 Blessings of Obedience 109 Form of Prayer Ill f Repentance 112 Form of Prayer 114 I Nature of Faith 115 iForm of Prayer 117 Historical Examples of Faith 118 Form of Prayer 120 Faith in God 121 Form of Praver 123 1 Faith in Christ 124 Form of Prayer 126 The Apostles' Creed 127 [ Form of Prayer 129' {Preparation for Prayer 130 Form of Prayer 132 Prayer must be frequent and importunate.... 133 Form of Prayer 135 Answer to Prayer 136 Form of Prayer 138 f Justification 139 Form of Prayer 141 Adoption . . . .' 142 Form of Prayer 144 Sanctification 145 Form of Prayer 147 Observance of the Sabbath 148 Form of Prayer 150 Blessings of Observance 151 Form of Prayer 153 Righteousness 154 Form of Prayer 156 Rewards of Righteousness 157 Form of Prayer 159 Patience 160 Form of Prayer 162 CJontentment 163 Form of Prayer 165 Humility 166 Form of Prayer 168 Meekness 169 Form of Prayer 171 .Brotherly Kindness 172 Prayer. Christian Life. The Holy Sab- bath. Righteousness. Christian Graces. C ONTENTS. IX Christian Graces. Divine Protec- tion. HocsE OF God. PAGE. Form of Prayer 174 Charity , 175 Form of Prayer 177 Confidence in God 178 Form of Prayer ISO Trust in God 181 Form of Prayer 183 Blessings upon Families 184 Form of Prayer 186 The Beatitudes 187 Form of Praver 189 The House of God 190 Form of Prayer 192 Beauty of the House of God 193 Form of Praver 195 The Christian's Life a Warfare 196 Form of Prayer 198 Early Piety 199 Form of Praver 201 Blessings of Early Piety 202 Form of Praver 204 Neglect of VVi:^dom Punished 205 Form of Prayer 207 Unbelief 208 Form of Prayer 210 Government of the Tongue 211 Form of I'rayer 213 Death 214 Form of Prayer 216 Resurrection 217 Form of Prayer 219 Judgment 220 Form of Prayer 222 Happiness of the Righteous ^3 Form of Prayer 225 Misery of the Wicked 226 Form of Prayer ^8 Ascription of Praise to God 229 Form of Prayer 231 Forms of Grace before meat 232 Forms of Grace after meat 233 Christian Warfare. Early Piety. Moral Evils. Time and Eter- nity. Praise to God. Forms op Grace. MANUAL OF DEVOTION. ETERNITY OF GOD. j^irst ^untiaw in tbe fHontJ). fHorning. HYMN 1 . L. M. Hebron. £RE mountains rear'd their forms sublime, Or heaven and eanh in order stood, Before the birih of ancieal time, From everlasting ihoa art God. A thousand a;es, in their flight. With thee are as a fleeting day ; Pa«, present, future, to thy sight At ODce their various scenes dispLiy. Bat oar brief life's a shadowy dream, A passing thought, that soon is o'er,— That fades with morning's earliest team, And fills the musing ndnd no more. To ns, Lord, the wisdom give, £ach passing moment so to spend, ^lat we at length with thee may lire Where life and bUss shall never end. HYMN 2. P.M. Arnoiu THOU Gad of power, thou God of love, Whose glory fjls tlie rralms above, Whose praise archangels sing. And veil their faces whi;e«they cry, Thrice Holy, to their God Most High, Thrice Holy, to their King:— Thee as our God we too would claim. And bless the Saviour's precious Name, Through whom this grace is given ; He bore the curse to sinners due, He fonns their ruin'd souls anew. And makes them heirs of heaven. The veil that hides thy glory rend, And here in saving power descend, And fix thy blest abode; Here to our hearts thyself reve.il, And let each waiting spirit feel The presence of our God. Teacher. Thus saith the Lord, the king of Israel, and his Redeemer the Lord of hosts ; I am the first, and I am the last, and besides me there is no God. Is. xliv. 6. Scholars. Ye are ray witnesses, saith the Lord, and my servant whom I have chosen, that ye may know and believe me, and understand that I am he ; before me there was no God formed, neither shall there be after me. Is. xliii. 10. Teach. Yea, before the day was, I am he ; and there is none that can deliver out of my hand. I will work and who shall let it.' Is. xliii. 1.3. H 12 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. ScHOL. Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God. Psalm xc. 2. Teach. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty. Rev. 1. 8. ScHOL. Of old hast thou laid the foundation of the earth: and the heavens are the work of thy hands. They shall perish, but thou shalt endure: yea, all of them shall wax old like a garment ; as a vesture shalt thou change them, and they shall be changed: but thou art the same, and thy years shall have no end. Ps. cii. 25, 26, 27. Teach. Thou Lord, shalt endure forever, and thy remembrance unto all generations. Ps. cii. 12. ScHOL. "Who only hath immortality, dwelling in the light, which no man can approach unto, whom no man hath seen nor can see. 1 Tim. vi. 16. Teach. The Lord is the true God, he is the living God, and an everlasting King. Jer. x. 10. ScHOL. Thy kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and thy dominion endureth throughout all generations. Ps. cxlv. 13. Teach. He liveth forever and ever, his dominion is an everlasting dominion, and his kingdom is from genera- tion to genei'ation. Dan. iv. 34. ScHOL. The Lord is King forever and ever: the hea- then are perished out of his land. Ps. x. 16. Teach. For he is the living God, and steadfast for- ever, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed, and his dominion shall be even unto the end. Dan. vi. 26. ScHOL. There is none like unto the Lord our God. Exod. viii. 10. Teach. Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisi- ble, the only wise God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen. 1 Tim. i. 17. ScHOL. Holy, holy, holy Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come. Rev. iv. 8. FIRST SUNDAY IN THE MONTH. 13 Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou haclst formed the eai'th and the world, even from everlast- ing to everlasting thou art God. While the shining or- ders around thy throne prostrate themselves before thee, with the most profound reverence and cry, Holy, holy, holy Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come, we who are inferior intelligences — the degenerate sons and daughters of a fallen race, desire to come into thy pres- ence, and adore the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy. Almighty Father! we are beings of but yesterday, but thou art/ro??i everlasting; our days are as an hand-breadth, and our age is as nothing before thee, but thou art to ever- lasting. Yet we adore thy boundless benevolence, that, for us sinners, far removed from original righteousness, who have our habitations in the dust, which are crushed before the moth, and who all do fade away as a leaf, not only peace and pardon, but life and immortality have been brought to Hght in the gospel of thy son. Glory be to thy name for our redemption from hell and the grave by the death and suffering of the Saviour, and for the blessed hope that because he lives, we shall live also, and shall participate in the eternity of thy own existence, when the earth and the heavens are departed as a scroll and there is no more sea. AVe thank thee that it is the glorious privi- lege of the redeemed of Jesus to know, that if our earthly liouse of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a build- ing of God, an house not made with hands eternal in the heavens. We thank thee for all the means of grace appointed to fit us for immortality with thee in heaven — for the gift of a Redeemer and for the guidance and comforts of the Holy Spirit. We thank thee for thy divine word, for thy holy Sabbaths and for the institution of thy church, with its preached gospel, its blessed sacraments, its solemn ordi- 2 14 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. nances, and its Christian fellowship. As we have been permitted to see the light of another Sabbath, grant, Lord, that we may be in the spirit on thine own day, and that we may consecrate its hours to thy holy service. Go with us to the temple of thine earthly abode, and while thy word is preached give us the attentive ear and the obe- dient heart, and may a sense of thy presence make us feel that a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. Author of life and being, who alone hast immortality, impress our hearts ever with the reality and importance of our eternal destiny. Amid the vain pursuits and illu- sive hopes of time, suffer us not to forget the pure and abiding joys of eternity. Under the burdens and disqui- etudes of our earthly pilgrimage, cheer and console us with the reflection, that our light afflictions which are but for a moment, will work out for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. Son of God, by thy suffer- ings and death, elevate our thoughts to that inheritance which is incorruptible, undefiled, and which fadeth not away, eternal in the heavens. Holy Spirit of Grace, win our hearts away from the world, and woo them to thyself and to the joys of eternity. Eternal Father! teach us who are children of eternity, aspirants for another and a better world, that every day and every hour allotted us is a period of probation for our final change. Lord, enable us to make a wise improve- ment of every means of grace. Pardon all our sins, seal us now by thy spirit unto the day of redemption, and at length administer unto us an abundant entrance into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our Father^ who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And for- give us our trespasses as we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever and ever. Amen! GREATNESS AND GLORY OF GOD. iFirst SunTiao in tlje ptonti). Hbeninj. HYMN 3. L. M. Saxton. ETERNAL power, whose high abode Ueeomes the grandeur of a God : Infinite lengths, beyond the bounds Where stars revolve their little rounds: Tliee while the first archangel sings, He hides his face behind his wings : And ranks of sliining tlirones around Fall worshipping, and spread the ground. Lord, what shall earth and ashes do7 We would adore our Maker too ; From sin and dust to thee we cry, The Great, the Holy, and the High. Earth, from afar, hath lieard thy fame, Aud worms have learn'd to lisp thy uaoie But O ! the glories of thy mind Leave all onr soaring thoughts behind. HYMN 4. CM. Arlington. FATHER, how wide thy glory shines I How high thy wonders rise! Known thro' the earth by thousand signs. By thousands through the skies : Those miglily orbs proclaim thy power; Their motions speak thy skill : And on the wines of every hour, We read thy patience still. But when we view thy strange design To save rebellious worms, Where vengeance and compassion join In their divinest forms; Here the whole Deity Is known, Nor dares a creature guess, Which of the glories brightest shone, The justice, or the grace. Teacher. The Lord your God, is God of gods, and Lord of lords, a great God, a mighty and a terrible, which regarded! not persons, nor taketh reward. Deut. x. 17. Scholars. Great is the Lord, and greatly to be prais- ed, he also is to be feared above all gods. 1 Chron. xvi. 25. Teach. For who in the heavens can be compared unto the Lord.' who among the sons of the mighty can be liken- ed unto the Lord.' Ps. Ixxxix. 6. ScHOL. Lord God of Israel, there is no God like thee, in heaven above, or on earth beneath, who keepest cove- nant and mercy with thy servants, that walk before thee with all their heart. 1 Kings viii. 23. Teach. God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence of all them that are about him. Ps. Ixxxix. 7. 15 16 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. ScHOL. Who is like unto thee, Lord, among the gods, who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders. Exod. xv. 11. Teach. The Great, the Mighty God, the Lord of hosts, is his name; great in counsel, and mighty in work. Jer. xxxii. 18, 19. ScHOL. Lord my God, thou art very great ; thou art clothed with honor and majesty. Ps. civ.l. Teach. Who coverest thyself with light as with a garment: who stretchest out the heavens like a curtain. Ps. civ. 2. ScHOL. Who layeth the beams of his chambers in the waters; who maketh the clouds his chariot; who walketh upon the wings of the wind. Ps. civ. 3. Teach. The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handi-work. Ps. xix. 1. ScHOL. O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth, who hast set thy glory above the heavens. Ps. viii. 1. Teach. The glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together; for the mouth of the Lord hath spoken it. Is. xl. 4. Schol. For the earth shall be filled with the know- ledge of the glory of the Lord, as the waters cover the sea. Habakkuk ii. 14. Teach. The glory of the Lord shall endure forever. Ps. civ. 31. Schol. Blessed be the glory of the Lord from his place. Ezek. iii. 12. Teach. Blessed be the Lord God, the God of Israel, who only doth wondrous things, Ps. Ixxii. 18, Schol. And blessed be his glorious name forever; and let the whole earth be filled with his glory; Amen and Amen! Ps. Ixxii. 19. Teach. Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of liosts : the whole earth is full of his glory. Isaiah vi. 3. FIRST SUNDAY IN THE MONTH. 17 Lord our God, how excellent is thy name in all the earth, who hast set thy glory above the heavens ! While cherubim and seraphim do continually cry, Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts, we thy creatures would adore thy glorious majesty, God, for who is like unto thee, Lord, among ihe gods, who is like thee glorious in holi- ness, fearful in praises, doing wonders ! The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firma- ment sheweth thy handi-work : day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night sheweth knowledge. When we behold thy wisdom and thy goodness throughout in- animate creation, and in the creatures thou hast formed, we can but exclaim. Thou ai't v/orthy Lord to receive glory and honor and power, for thou hast created all things and for thy pleasure they are, and were created. Sovereign of the Universe, thou hast prepai-ed thy throne in the heavens, and thy kingdom ruleth over all. A scep- tre of righteousness is the sceptre of thy kingdom. We bless thee for the power and goodness manifested in that providence Avhich is over all the works of thy hands, but we adore thee for the richer displays of thy grace in the gift of our Lord Jesus Christ who is the brightness of thy glory, and the express image of thy person. Spirit of Grace, affect all hearts with the glories of our Redeemer's person, the condescension of his life, the wonders of his death, and the infinite righteousness he has purchased for sinful man, until he shall have the heathen for his inheritance and the uttermost parts of the earth for his possession. Lord, we have seen thy glory, this day, in thine earthly abode ; bless to us the exercises of the Sabbath, preserve us during the night which is coming on, and bring us at length to thine upper sanctuary where there is no moi-e night, for the glory of God doth lighten it, and the Lamb is the light thereof. Amen ! Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name ; &c. OMNIPOTENCE OF GOD. jFfrst IHontiap in tf)t |Hontf). iBornins. H Y M N 5 . L. M. Old Hundred. BEFORE Jehovah's awful throne, Ye nations bow with sacred joy ; Know that the Lord is God alone, He can create, and he destroy. His sov'reign power, without our aid. Made us of clay, and forin'd us men; And when like wand'ring sheep we stray'd, Ke brought us to his fold ag^iin. We'll crowd thy gales with thankful songs, iligh as the heavens our voices raise ; And eanh, with her ten thousand tongues, Shall fill thy courts with sounding praise. Wide as the world is thy command ; Vast as eternity thy love ; Firm as a rock thy truth shall stand, When rolling years shall cease to move. HYMN 6. s. M. Silver Street. COME sound his praise abroad, And hymns of glory sing : Jehovah is the sov'reign God, The universal King. He form'd the deeps unknown ; He gave the seas iheir bound ; The wai'ry worl !s are all his own, And all the sohd ground. Come, worship at his throne, Come, bow before the Lord ; We are his works, and not our own, He form'd us by his word. To-ep ocean's springs^ Thy presence woulJ Lie there. In vain ms\y gtiiit .itiuinpt to fly, Conceal'd by 'larkesl night; One glance from thy all-piercing eye Can bring it all to light. Search thou our hearts, and there destroy Kach secret bosom sin. And fit us for those realms of joy, That we may enter in. Teacher. The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed. 1 Sam. ii. 3. Scholars. All things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do. Heb. iv. 13. Teach. The Lord looketh from heaven ; he belioldeth all the sons of men. From the place of his habitation he looketh upon all the inhabitants of the earth. Ps. xxxiii. ]3, 14. ScHOL. The eyes of the Lord are in every place, be- holding the evil and the good. Prov. xv. 3. Teach. Mine eyes are upon all their ways: they are not hid from my face, neither is their iniquity hid from mine eyes. Jer. xvi. 17. ScHOL. Thine eyes are open upon all the ways of the sons of men ; to give every one according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings. 21 22 MANUAL OP DEVOTION. Teach. Lord thou hast searched me, and known me. Ps. cxxxix. 1. ScHOL. Thou knowest my down-sitting and mine up- rising, thou understandest my thought afar off, Psaira cxxxix. 2. Teach. Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways. Ps. cxxxix. 3. ScHOL. For there is not a word in my tongue, but lo, Lord, thou knowest it altogether. Thou hast beset me behind and before, and laid thy hand upon me. Psaira cxxxix. 4, 5. Teach. Am I a God who is near and far from no one; and can any hide himself in secret places that I shall not see him? Jer. xxiii. 23, 24. Schol. Whither shall I go from thy Spirit.' or whither shall I flee from thy presence ? If I ascend up into hea- ven, thou art there: if I make my bed in hell, behold, thou art there. Ps. cxxxix. 7, 8. Teach. If I take the wings of the morning, and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea ; even there shall thy hand lead me, and thy right hand shall hold me. Psalm cxxxix. 9, 10. Schol. If I say, surely the darkness shall cover me : even the night shall be light about me. Ps. cxxxix. IL Teach. Yea, the darkness hideth not from thee ; but the night shineth as the day: the darkness and the light are both alike to thee. Ps. cxxxix. ]2. Schol. Great is our Lord, and of great power; his understanding is infinite. Ps. cxlvii. 5. Teach. the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judg- ments, and his ways past finding out! Romans xi. 33. Schol. To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majefrty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen. Jade 1. 25. FIRST MONDAY IN THE MONTH, 23 Glorious Jehovah, Father, Son and Holy Ghost! Thou art the unsearchable and incomprehensible Lord God! Who by searching can find out God ? Who can find out the Almighty unto perfection ? When we consider thy infinite perfection, the wisdom of thy counsels, thy power in creation, the mysteries of thy providence, and the wonders of redemption, we can but exclaim, the depth of the riches, both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgments and his ways past finding out ! Great and Omnipresent Deity! Whither shall I go from thy spirit, or whither shall I flee from thy presence? for thou art all perA'ading and fiilest immensity with thy presence, sustaining and governing the universe of matter and of mind. May a realising sense of thy presence in- spire seriousness and encouragement, and consolation. May it preserve us from sin, animate us to a cheerful dis- charge of our duties, and enable us to bear, with pious resignation, the afflictions and sorrows of life. God of Omniscience, thine eyes are upon all the ways of the sons of men ; to give every one according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings. Thou that searchest the heart and triest the reins of the chil- dren of men, may each one of us feel in his heart, Lord, thou hast searched me and known me ; thou knowest my down-sitting and mine uprising, thou understandest my thoughts ufar off. May the solemn truth, thou God seest me, restrain each of us from sin, and lead us to the wor- ship of thy great name in spirit and in truth. Omnipresent and Omniscient God, who art every where, be very near to us m all times of difficulty, in danger and in the hour of death, and in the solemnities of the judg- ment, clothe our naked souls with the garments of Christ's righteousness. For the blessings of the day we thank thee, Lord, keep us this night, and save us. Amen ! BENEVOLENCE OF GOD. jfUst 5:uestia» fn t|)c fHontt). piorninn. HYMN 9. C. M. JetnelL LET every tongue thy goodn&ss speak, Thou sov'reign Lord of all ; Thy strengib'ning hands uphold the weak, And raise the poor that fall. When sorrows bow the spirit down, When virtue lies clistress'd, Beneaih the proud oppressor's frown, Thou giv'st the mourner rest Tho'j know'st the pains '.hy servants feel. Thou hear'st thy children's cry ; And their best wishes to fulfil. Thy grace is ever nigh. Thy mercy never shall remove From men of heart f-incere : Thou sav'st the souls whose humble love Is join'd with holy fear. HYMN 10. CM. Deeon. JEHOVAH, God, thy gracione power, On every hand w^e see ; O may the blessings of each hour L.eaJ all our thoughts to lliee. If on the wings of morn we speed, To earth's remotest bound, Thy hand will there our journey lead, Thine arm our path surround. Thy power is in the ocean deeps. And reaehee to the skies; Thine eye of mercy never sleeps. Thy goodness never dies. From morn till noon— till latest eve, Thy hand, O God, we ^e; And all the blessings we receive, Proceed alone from ibee. Teacher. O Lord, thou art good, and doest good- Psalm xix. 68. Scholars. The Lord, the Lord God, merciful and gra- cious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniqviity, trans- gression and sin. Exod. xxxiv. 6, 7. Teach. Who redeemeth thy life from destruction ; who crowneth thee with loving-kindness and tender mercies. Ps. ciii. 4. ScHOL. For the Lord God is a sun and shield : the Lord will give grace and glory ; no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. Ps.l xxxiv. 1]. Teach. I love them that love me ; and those that seek me early shall find me. Prov. viii. 17. ScHOL. Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting 24 FIRST TUESDAY IN THE MONTH. 25 love : therefore with loving kindness have I drawn thee. Jer. xxxi. 3 Teach. God is love, and he that dwelleth in love, dwelleth in God, and God in hinn. 1 John iv. 16. ScHOL. Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God. 1 John iii. 1. Teach. Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be ; but we know that when he shall appear, we shall be like him ; for Ave shall see him as he is. 1 John iii. 2. ScHOL. Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered iiito the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him. 1 Cor. ii. 9. Teach. The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in merc5^ Ps. ciii. 8. ScHOL. As the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy towards them that fear him. Ps. ciii. 11. Teach. Thy mercy is great above the heavens ; and thy truth reacheth unto the clouds. Ps. cviii. 4. ScHOL. The mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteous- ness unto children's children. Ps. ciii. 17. Teach. The Lord is good, his mercy is everlasting and his truth endureth to all generations. Ps. c. 5. ScHOL. duicken me, Lord, according to thy loving- kindness ; thy woi-d is true from the beginnins", and every one of thy righteous judgments endureth forever. Ps. cxix. 159, ieO. Teach. Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! Ps. cvii. 8. Schol. Blessed be the Lord who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our salvation. Ps. Ixviii. 19. Teach. Bless the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits. Ps. ciii. 2. Schol. Bless thou the Lord, my soul. Ps. civ. 35. 3 26 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Creator of the ends of the earth, how manifold are thy works, in wisdom and goodness thou hast made them all. Thy hand has garnished the heavens with glory, and decked the earth with beauty ; with the sun and the rain, thou hast clothed the ground with flowers, and caused grass to grow for cattle, and corn for the service of man : thou loadest also the trees with fruit and fillest the fields with plenty. The eyes of all wait upon thee and thou givest them their meat in due season. God of benevolence, from whom cometh down every good and perfect gift, we adore thee as the Lord, the Lord God, merciful and gracious, long-suffering and abundant in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, for- giving iniquity, transgression and sin. We thank thee for thy goodness in our creation, for thy kindness in our preservation, and for thy compassion in our redemption. We thank thee for the comforts of life, for the fulfilment of our innocent hopes and wishes, for the blessings of home and covmtry, and for the privileges of a fi-ee sanc- tuary and a preached gospel. God and guardian of our youth, what shall we render unto thee for all thy benefits ? Thou didst give ear to our cry in infancy ; thou didst hear our broken utterance, and thy eye beheld our tears. In our feebleness thou didst keep our tottering steps ; and in the heedlessness of youth thy preventing grace restrained us. When asleep thou hast watched over us, when in danger thou hast shielded us, and in sickness thou hast snatched us from the grave, and this day we are the living to praise thee. God of all grace, who redeemeth our life from destruc- tion and crownest us with loving kindness and tender mercies, we bless thee that, with the light of this morn- ing, thou hast renewed our existence, and prolonged the period of our probation for eternity. Lead us in the way everlasting, and save us for Christ's sake. Amen ! PROPHECIES OF CHEISrS BIRTH, j^icst STucsUap in tt)c i^Hontt). Hbcnins HYMN 15. c. M. Zerah. TO us a child of hope is born, To IIS a Soil is given : Hira shall the tribes d" earth obey, Him, all ;he hosts of heaven. His name shall be the Prince of peac^ Forever more adored— The Wonderful, the Counsellor, The great and raie;hiy Lord. His power, increasing, still shall sprean ; His reign no end shall know ; Justice shall giwrd his throne above. And peace abound below. To us a child of hope is born ; To UE Son is given — The Wonderful, the Counsellor, The mighty Lord of heaven. HYMN 16. s. M. Htn&haio. FATHER, our henrts we lift Up to thy gracious throne, And thank thee for the precious gift Of thine incarnate Sou. His infant cries proclaim A peace 'iwixi earth aud heaven : Salvation, Ihrougli his only Name, To all mankind is giveu. The gift nnspenkable We thankfully receive, And to the world thy goodness tell IxjX to thy glory hve. M«y all Rjankind receive The new-born Prince of peace, And meekly in his spirit live, And in his love increase. The Seed of the V/oman. Teacher. And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed : he shall bruise thy head, and thou shait bruise his heel. Gen. iii. 15. Scholars. When the fulness of time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, to redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons. Gal. iv. 4, 5. Eorn of a Virgin. Teach. Therefore, the Lord himself shall give you a sign : Behold a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isa. vii. 14. Schol. And the angel said unto her. Fear not Mary ; for thou hast found favor with God. The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall 27 28 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. overshadow thee. And behold thou shall conceive, and bring forth a son. Luke i. 30, 31, 35. His name appointed of G-od. Teach. And the Gentiles shall see thy righteousness, and all Kings thy glory ; and thou shall be called by a new name, which the mouth of the Lord shall name. Isa. Ixii. 2. ScHOL. The angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou Son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife : for that which is conceiv ed in her is of the Holy Ghost. And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shall call his name JESUS : for he shall save his people from their sins. Matt. i. 20, 21. Circumstances of his Birth. . Teach. I shall see him, but not now: I shall behold him, but not nigh : there shall come a Star out of Jacob, and a sceptre shall rise out of Israel. Num. xxiv. 17. ScHOL. Behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews.' for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him. Matt. ii. 1, 2. Time of Birth. Teach. The sceptre shall not depart from Judah, nor a lawgiver from between his feet, until Shilo come ; and unto him shall the gathering of the people be. Gen. xlix. 10. ScHOL. Now, when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, in the days of Herod the king, behold there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem. Matt. ii. 1. Place of Birth.. Teach. But thou, Bethlehem Ephrata, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be Ruler in Israel ; whose goings forth have been from of old, from ever- lasting. Micah. V. 2. FIKST TUESDAY IN THE MONTH. 29 ScHOL. As the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. And tliey came with haste, and found Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. Luke ii. 15, 16. Offerings to Christ. Teach. They that dwell in the wilderness shall bow before him. The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall bring presents : the kings of Sheba and Seba shall offer gifts. Ps. Ixxii. 9, in. ScHOL. And when they were come into the hovise they saw the young child, with Mary his mother, and fell down and worshipped him : and when they had opened their treasures they presented unto him gifts ; gold, and frankincense and myrrh. Matt. ii. 11. Kis Descent from Abraham. Teach. Now the Lord had said unto Abram, In thee shall all families of the earth be blessed. Gen. xiii. 1, 3. ScHOL. That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ. Galat. iii. 14. His Descent from Isaac. Teach. I will perform the oath which I swore unto Abraham thy father ; and in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed. Gen. xxvi. 3, 4. ScHOL. Now to Abraham and his seed were the prom- ises made. He saith not, and to seeds, as of many ; but as of one, And to thy seed, which is Christ. Gal. iii. 16. From Jesse. Teach. And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots. Isaiah xi. 1. ScHOL. And again Esaias saith. There shall be a root of Jesse, and he that shall rise to reign over the Gentiles : in him shall the Gentiles trust. Rom. xv. 12. 30 MANUAL OF DEVOTIOIT. Of the Tribe of Judah. Teach. Moreover he refused the tabernacle of Joseph, and chose not the tribe of Ephraim : but chose the tribe of Jvidah, the mount Zion which he loved. Ps. Ixxviii. 67, 68. ScHOL. For it is evident that our Lord sprang out of Judah ; of which tribe Moses spake nothing concerning the priesthood. Heb. vii. 14. Christ the Son of David. Teach. Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even forever. Isa. ix. 7. ScnoL. He shall be great, and shall be called the Sou of the Highest : and the Lord God shall give unto hmi the throne of his father David. And he sliall reign over the house of Jacob forever ; and of his kingdom there shall be no end. Luke i. 32, 33. Christ the Son of G-od. Teach. I will declare the decree : the Lord hath said unto me, Thou art my Son ; this day have I begotten thee. Ps. ii. 7. ScHOL. And the Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape like a dove upon him, and a voice came from hea- ven, which said, Thou art my beloved Son ; in thee I am well pleased. Luke iii. 22. His Divinity and Humanity. Teach. For unto us a child is born, unto us a Son is given : and the government shall be upon his shoulder : and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, the mighty God, the everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace. Isaiali ix. 7. ScHOL. In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and tlie Word was God. And the Word was made flesh and dwelt among us, John i. 14. FIEST TUESDAY IN THE MONTH. 31 Almighty Father and God, Maker of heaven and earth, we adore thee for thy infinite goodness, that after thou hadst formed the world, thou didst create man in thine own image, and after thine own likeness. We adore thee for thy compassion that when, by yielding to the Tempter, he had sinned, and by transgression en- tailed a curse on his posterity, thou didst not despise nor abandon the work of thy hands, but didst irradiate the darkness of man's estate by the light of hope, in the promise that the seed of the woman should bruise the Serpent's head. We thank thee, Lord, for that love which from age to age, amidst surrounding gloom, did renew, through thy holy prophets, and through types and ceremonial in- stitutions, the pledge of the world's redemption. We bless and magnify thy name that in the fulness of time, thy only-begotten Son came into the world for the re- newal of thy lost image, that the Redeemer desired of Patriarchs, foretold of prophets and angels, and fore- shadowed by tj^pes and ceremonies, was at length dis- closed in the person of the Babe of Bethlehem. Most blessed Jesus, Son of the living God, we adore thee, we bless and give thanks unto thee, that thou didst stoop from thy glory, and assume the form of a servant, to repair the ruin of our fallen nature by the glory of thy ineffable person. Incarnate God and Saviour, who taketh away the sins of the world, we look to thee. Mercifully regard us, and pardon our sins, give us grace to follow thee who art the way, the truth and the life — teach us to be humble and innocent, and meek like thee, full of all love and kindness, and compassion, resigned to thy%oly will, and conformed to thy divine image, that as we have borne the image of the earthly Adam we may also bear the im- age of the heavenly. And at last bring us to the enjoy- ment of Thyself in Heaven, through the meriis of Him in whose words we would address thee. Our Father, &c. PEOPHECIES OF CHRISrS MINISTRY. J^frst 21®e"DnestJa5 fit tlje i^Sontlj. ^orninfl. HYMN 13. c. M. Brattle Street. O FOR a thousand tongues, to sing He breaks the power of cancell'd sin, My great Redeemer's praise ; He sets the pris'iier free ; The glories of ray God and King, His blood can m.ike ihe foulest cleau ; The iriumphs of his grace. His blood avail'd for me. My gracious Master, and my God, He spe»ks,— and lisl'ning to his voice, Assist me to proclaim, — New life the dead receive ; To spread through all the earth abroad. The mournful, broken hearts rejoice ; The honors of thy Name. The hiuuble poor believe. Jesus!— the Name that charms our fears, Hear him, ye deaf ; his praise, ye dumb, That bids our sorrows cease ; Your loosen'd tongues employ ; 'Tis music in the sinner's ears, Ye blind, behold your Saviour come 'Tis life, aud health, and peace. And leap, ye lame, for joy. Christ's Forerunner. Teacher. Behold, I will send my messenger, and he shall prepare the way before me : and the Lord , whom ye seek, shall suddenly come to his temple, even the messenger of the covenant, whom ye delight in : behold, he shall come, saith the Lord of hosts. Malachi iii. 1. Scholars, And this is the record of John, when the Jews sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem, to ask him, Who art thou.' He said, I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness, Make straight the way of the Lord, as saith the prophet Esaias. John i. 19, 23. Flight into Egypt. Teach. When Israel was a child, then I loved him, and call^ my Son out of Egypt, Hosea xi, 1. ScHOL, When he arose, he took the young child and his mother by night, and departed into Egypt : and was there until the death of Herod : that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my Son. Matt. ii. 14, 15. 32 FIRST WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 33 The Spirit and the Voice at Baptism. Teach. Behold my servant, whom I uphold ; mine elect, in whom my soul delighteth ; I have put my spirit upon him : he shall bring forth judgment to the Gentiles. Isaiah xlii. 1. ScHOL. And lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him ; and lo, a voice from heaven, saying. This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased MatL iii 16, 17. Christ's Preaching. Teach. The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me; be- cause the Lord hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek : he hath sent me to bind up the broken- hearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the open- ing of the prison to them that are bound. Isa. Ixi. 1. ScHOL. And there was delivered unto him the book of the prophet Esaias. And when he had opened the book, he found the place where it was written, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor ; he hath sent me to heal the broken-hearted, to preach deliverance to the cap- tives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at lib- erty them that are bruised. And he began to say unto them, This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears. Luke iv. 17, 18, 21. Christ's Poverty and Neglect., Teach. For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground : he hath no form nor comeliness ; and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him. Isa. liii. 2. ScHOL. Is not this the carpenter's son.' is not his mother called Mary.'' and his brethren, James, and Joses, and Simon, and Judas? And they were offended in him. Matt. xiiL 56, 57. 34 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. His superior Wisdom Teach. Therefore behold, I will proceed to do a mar- vellous work among this people, even a marvellous work and a wonder : for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent men shall be hid. Isa. xxix. 14. ScHOL. The officers answered. Never man spake like this man. John vii. 46. And it came to pass when Je- sus had ended these sayings, the people were astonished at his doctrine : for he taught them as one having au- thority, and not as the scribes. Matt. vii. 28. 29. His Miracles. Teach. Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped. Then shall the lame man leap as an hart, and the tongue of the dumb sing. Isa. xxxv. 5, 6. ScKOL. Jesus answered and said unto them, Go and show John again those things which ye do hear and see : the blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the le- pers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached to them. Matt xi. 4. 5. His H-amiliation. Teach. He is despised and rejected of men ; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: and we hid as it were our faces from him ; he was despised, and we es- teemed him not. Isa. liii. 3. ScHOL. And a certain scribe came, and said unto him, Master, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. And Jesus saith unto him, The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have nests ; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head. Matt. viii. 19, 20. His Rejection by the Jews. Teach. And he shall be for a sanctuary ; but for a etone of stumbling, and for a rock of offence to both the FIRST WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 35 houses of Israel, for a gin and for a snare to the inhabi- tants of Jerusalem. Isa. viii. 14. ScHOL. But though he had done so many miracles be- fore ilieni, yet they believed not on him ; that the saying of E.saias the prophet might be fulfilled, which he spake, Lord, who hath believed our report? and to whom hath the arm of the Lord been revealed. John xii. 37, 38. Call of th.s Gentiles, Teach. Arise, shine, for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee. For behold, the darkness shall cover tJie earth, and gross darkness the people : but the Lord shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising. Isa. Ix. 1, 2, 3. ScHOL. And leaving Nazareth, he came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is upon the sea coast, in the borders of Zabulon and Nephthalim : that it might be fulfilled which v/as spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying. The land of Zabulon and the land of Nephthahm, by the way of the sea, beyond Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles : The people which sat in darkness saw a great light ; and to them which sat in the region and shadow of death, light is sprung up. Matt. iv. 13, 14, 15, 16. Christ the Good Shepherd. Teach, He shall feed his flock like a shepherd : he shall gather the lambs with his arms, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young. Isa. xL 11. ScHOL. He that entereth in by the door is the shep- herd of the sheep. To him the porter openeth ; and the sheep hear his voice ; and he calleth his own sheep by name, and leadeth them out. I am the good shepherd : the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. John x. 2,3;n. MANUAL OF DEVOTIOJT. 3.3 c a J) r . Almighty God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, we adore thy excellent name, that thou didst not leave a lost and ruined world without witness, but by the minis- try of angels and the predictions of holy prophets, didst comfort thine ancient people with the assurances of a coming Messiah in whom all the nations of the earth should be blessed. We thank thee, OLoi'd, that for the confirmation of the faith of mankind — as well those of the earlier dispensa- tions as of us on whom the ends of the world liave come — thou didst signify beforehand the time and circumstances of the appearing of the great Teacher who was to come into the world to enlighten the darkened minds of the children of men. We thank thee that, ages before his advent, by the sure word of prophecy, thou didst set forlh his glorious character, and the nature of his minis- try and miracles, all of which was confirmed in the tem- per and affections he exhibited, in the doctrines he taught, and the deeds of wonder by which he asserted his infinite power and Godhead. Blessed Jesus, Son of the Father, who art the ineffable light of a world darkened by sin and transgression, shine Into our hearts to give us the light of the glory of God the Father. Thou who didst open the eyes of the blind, open the eyes of our understanding to see wondrous things in thy law. Thou who didst unstop the ears of the deaf, open our ears to the gospel, and grant that we may be, not only hearers, but doers of thy word. Thou who didst cleanse the leper, and raise the dead, purify our affections, and raise us from the death of sin to a life of holiness, and at length bring us to an ummortality of blessedness with thee in heaven. God of benevolence and mercy, thy providence has been over us the past night. Thou hast preserved our lives and health; watch over us this day, lead us in the way everlasting, and save ur for Christ's sake Our, &c. PROPHECIES OF CHRIST'S ARREST. iFirst (Mt'cTinesTJaD in tl)e fHontf). Hbeninfl. HYMN 14. L. M. Windham. 'TIS raidni^t— and on Olive's brow, The star is dimmed thai lately shone ; 'Tis midniglu— in tlie garJen now, The Niffering Suviour prays alone. 'Tis midnight— and from all removed, Imraanuel wrestles lone with fears; E'en U'.e disciple that he loved Heeds not liis Master's grief and tears. 'Tis midnight— and for others' gjili The man of sorrows weeps in blood; Yet he that hath in anguish knelt, Is not forsaken by his God. 'Tis midnight— and from ether plains, Is borne the song that angels know; Unheard by mortals are the strains, That Eweeily soothe the Saviour's wo. HYMN 15. CM. Devizes. JESUS, with all Uiy saints above. My tongue would bear her pert ; Would sound aloud thy saving love, And sing thy bleeding heart. Bless'd be the Lamb, my dearest Lord, Who bonglit me with his blood ; And quench'd his Father's flaming sword, In his own vital fiood. The Lamb that freed my captive soul From Satan's heavy chains ; And sent the lion down to howl. Where hell and honor reigns. All glory to the dying Lamb, And never-ceasing praise I — While angels live, lo know his name, Or sainu to feel his grace. His entry into Jenisalein. Teacher. Rejoice greatly, daughter of Zion : shout, daughter of Jerusalem : behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and ri- ding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass. Zech. ix. 9. Scholars. On the next day, much people that were come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus M-as coming to Jerusalem, took branches of palm trees, and went forth to meet him, and cried, Hosanna : blessed is the King of Israel that cometh in the name of the Lord. And Jesus, when he had found a young ass, sat thereon ; as it is written. Fear not daughter of Sion : behold thy King cometh, sitting on an ass's colt. John xii. 12-15. Hatred of Christ. Teach. They that hate me without a cause, are 4 37 38 MANUAL OF DEVOTIOK. more than the hairs of my head : they that would de- stroy me, being mine enemies wrongfully, are mighty. Ps. Ixix. 4. ScHOL. Now have they both seen, and hated both me and my Father. But this cometh to pass, that the word might be fulfilled that is written in their law, They hated me without a cause. John xv. 24, 25. Conspiracy against Christ. Teach. Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing? The kings of the earth set them- selves, and the rulers take counsel together against the Lord, and against his anointed. Ps. ii. 1, 2. ScHOL. For of a truth against thy holy child Jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, and Pontius Pi- late, with the Gentiles, and the people of Israel, were gathered together. Acts iv. 27. His Heaviness in the Garden. Teach. I am full of heaviness ; and I looked for some to take pity, but there was none ; and for comforters, but 1 found none. Ps. Ixix. 20. ScHOL. And he took with him Peter, and the two sons of Zebedee, and began to be sorrowful and very heavy. And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What! could ye not watch with me one hour? Matt. xxvi. 37, 40. His Agony in the Garden. Teach. My soul is full of trouble, and my Hfe draw- eth nigh unto the grave. Isa. Iviii. 3. ScHOL. Then saith he unto them, My soul is exceed- ing sorrowful, even vmto death : tarry ye here, and watch with me. Matt. xxvi. 38. His Resignation. Teach. Burnt-offering and sin-offering hast thou not required. ^ Then said I, Lo, I come : in the volume of the book it is written of me, I delight to do thy will, my God. Ps xl. 6, 7 8. FIRST WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 39 ScHOL. He fell ou his face and prayed, saying, my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me : nev- ertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt. Matt. xxvi. 39. Betrayal by a Disciple. Teach. Yea, mine own familiar friend, in whom I trusted, which did eat of ray bread, hath lifted up his heel against me. Ps. xli. 9. ScHOL. I speak not of you all : I know whom I have chosen ; but that the scripture may be fulfilled. He that eateth bread with me, hath lifted up his heel against me. John xiii. 18. A Disciple knov/ing his Retreat. Teach. For it was not an enemy that reproached me ; then I could have borne it : neither was it he that hated me that did magnify himself against me ; then would I have hid myself from him: But it was thou, a man mine equal, my guide, and mine acquaintance. Ps. Iv. 12, 13. ScHOL. And Judas also, which betrayed him, knew the place : for Jesus oft-times resorted thither with his disciples. John xviii. 2. Betrayed with, words of Affection and a Kiss. Teach. He hath put forth his hands against such as be at peace with him : he hath broken his covenant. The words of his mouth were smoother than butter, but war was in his heart : his words were softer than oil, yet were they drawn swords. Ps. Iv. 20, 21. ScHOL. And forthwith he came to Jesus, and said, Hail Master ; and kissed him. Matt. xxvi. 49. Forsaken of his Disciples. Teach. Awake sword against my Shepherd, and against the man that is my fellow, saith the Lord of hosts. Smite the Shepherd, and the sheep shall be scat- tered. Zech. xiii. 7. ScHOL. But all this was done that the scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled. Then all the disciples forsook him and fled. Matt. xxvi. 56. 40 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Price of Betrayal. Teach. And I said unto them, If ye think good, give me my price ; and if not, forbear. So they weighed for my price thirty pieces of silver. Zech. xi. 12. ScHOL. Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went uato the chief priests, and said unto them, What will ye give me, and I v.-ill deliver him unto you ? And they covenanted witli him for tliirty pieces of silver. Matt. xxvi. 14, 15. His Meekness. Teach. He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth : he is brought as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is dumb, so he opened not his mouth. Isa. liii. 7. ScHOL. And when he Avas accused of the chief priests and elders, he ansv/ered nothing. Then saith Pilate unto him, Hearest thou not how many things they witness against thee? And he answered him to never a word ; insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly. Matt, xxvii. 12, 13, 14. His Teaching not in Secret. Teach. For thus saith the Lord that created the heavens ; God himself that formed the earth and made it ; he hath established it, he created it not in vain, he formed it to be inhabited : I am the Lord ; and there is none else. I have not spoken in secret, in a dark place of the eartli. Isa. xlv. 18, 19. ScHOL. Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world ; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the tem- ple, whither the Jews always resort ; and in secret have I said nothing. John xviii. 20. Smitten at the High. Priest's. Teach. I gave my back to the smiters, and my cheeks to them that plucked off the hair. Ps. 1. 6. Schol. And when he had thus spoken, one of the officers which stood by, struck Jesus with the palm of FIRST WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 41 his hand, saying, Answerest thou the high priest so? John xviii. 22. Christ's Appeal. Teach. my people, what have I done unto thee? and wherein have I wearied thee? testify against me. Micah vi. 3. ScHOL. Jesus answered him, If I have spoken evil, bear witness of the evil : but if well, why smitest thou me ? John xviii. 23. False Witnesses. Teach False witnesses did rise up ; they laid to my charge things that I knew not. Ps. xxxv. 11. ScHOL. For many bare false witness against him, but their witness agreed not together. Matt. xiv. 56. Tne B'^affeting and Spitting. Teach. I gave my back to the smiters, and my cheeks to them that plucked off the hair : I hid not my face from shame and spitting. Ps. 1. 6. ScHOL. Then did they spit in his face and buffeted him ; and others smote him with the palm of the hand. Matt. xxvi. 67. G-uiitless of Cfience. Teach. They that are mine enemies, and would de- stroy me guiltless are mighty. Ps. Ixix. 4. Schol. Pilate therefore went forth again, and saith unto them, Behold, I bring him forth to you, that ye may know that I find no fault in him. John xix. 4. The Sco-arging. Teach. But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities ; the chastisement of our peace was upon him ; and with his stripes we are healed. Isa. liii. 5. Schol. Then Pilate therefore took Jesus, and scour- ged him. And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe, and said, Hail, King of the Jews ! and they smote him with their hands. John xix. 1, 2, 3. 4* 42 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Most merciful God and Father, we adore and magnify thy great and excellent name, that thou didst raise up among thy ancient people prophets in whom ihe spirit of grace and wisdom was manifested, when they testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow. We bless thee that not only unto thy Is- rael of old, but unto us also did they minister, by their prophecies, the things that are now reported vinto us by the preaching of the gospel with the Holy Ghost sent down from heaven. We bless and give thanks unto thee, our Father, and God, that in the sure word of prophecy which we have read, we have seen distinctly announced, ages before their occurrence, all the leading circumstances that preceded the great sacrifice of the Son of God for the sins of a ruined world — his rejection by the Jews, his sorrows in the garden, his betrayal by a kiss, his abandonment by his disciples, his contumely at the High Priest's, in the judgment-hall of Pilate, the buffeting and scourging, and the bearing of his cross up the steeps of Calvary. Holy Spirit of Grace, seal these things to the confirmation of our faith. Blessed Jesus, thou suffering Son of God, whose heart was full of compassion and mercy to the children of men. may the remembrance of all that thou hast done and suf- fered, melt our hearts to tenderness and fill them with gratitude to thee for thy inestimable love. Help us to evince our gratitude to thee by obeying thy laws and walki)ig in thy ways Give us grace to imitate thy blessed example in all things — thy active benevolence, thy meekness under provocation, thy forgiveness of in- juries, thy patience in affliction, and thy perfect resigna- tion to thy Father's will — that living and suffering with thee upon earth, we may reign with thee in heaven. Amen ! Our Fatlier who art in heaven, &c. PROPHECIES OF CHRIST'S CRUCIEIXION. jfixsX ^l)uustJao in tl)e iiXoutI). i-aovninu. HYMN 19. L. M. VaUntia. .EXTENDED on a cursed tree, For n>e the bnn-le.i to sustain CoveT'd with diisl, and sweat, and blood, Too great, on thee, my Lord, was laid: See there, the K.iig of glivy see! To hefj me, ihou bast borne llie pain; Sinks anl expires ilie son of God. To bless me. ibou a curse wast made. Who, who, my Saviour, this hath done ? My Saviour, how shall I proclaim, Who could ihy 8a.crew my eyes, and heave my breast. My sins have can^eJ thee, Lortl, to bleed,— Till loosed from flesh aiid earth, I rise, Pointed the nail, and fixed the thorn. And ever in tby bosom rest. Christ Smitten with a E/od. Teacher. Now gather thyself in troops, daughter of troops : he hath laid siege against us ; they shall smite the Judge of Israel with a rod upon the cheek. Micah V. 1, Scholars. And when they had platted a crown of thorns, they put it upon his head, and a reed in his right hand. And they spit upon him, and took the reed, and smote him on the head. Matt, xxvii. 29, 30. Led from Judgment to Crucifixion. Teach. He was taken from prison and from judg- ment : and who shall declare his generation .' for he was cut off out of the land of the living. Isa. liii. 8. ScHOL. And the soldiers led him away into the hall, called Pretorium ; and they called together the whole band. And when they had mocked him, they took off the purple from him, and put his own clothes on him, and led him out to crucify him. ]\Iark xvi. 16, 20. 43 44 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Christ bearing his Cress. Teach. Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows : yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. Isa. Hi. 4. ScHOL. And they took Jesus and led him away to crucify him. And he bearing his cross went forth into a place called the place of a scull, which is called in the Hebrew, Golgotha. John xix. 17. His Crucitixion. Teach. For dogs have compassed me : the assembly of the wicked have enclosed me : they pierced my hands and my feet. Ps. xxii. 16. ScHOL. And when they were come to the place which is called Calvary, there they crucified him. Luke xxiii. 33. Crucified of the Jews. Teach. And one shall say unto him, What are these wounds in thy hands.' Zech, xiii. 6. ScHOL. Then he shall answer, Those with which I was wounded in the house of my fi-iends. Zech. xiii. 6. The two Thieves. Teach. Therefore will I divide him a portion with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong, because he hath poured out his soul unto death, and he was numbered with the transgressors. Isa. liii. 12. Schol. And with him they crucified two thieves, the one on his right hand, and the other on his left. Mark XV. 27. Prays for his Enemies. Teach. He bore the sins of many, and made inter- cession for the transgressors. Isa. liii. 12. Schol. Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do. John xix. 34. The scoffing and Shaking of Heads. Teach. All they that see me laugh me to scorn : they shoot out the lip, they shake the head. Ps. xxii. 7. Schol. And they that passed by, reviled him wag- ging their heads. Matt, xxvii. 39. FIRST THURSDAY IN TELE MONTH. 45 His Tnist in G-od E/idic-aled. Teach. They shake the head, saying, He trusted on the Lord that he would deliver him ; let him deliver him, seeing he delighted in him, Ps. xxii. 7, 8. ScHOL. Likewise also the chief priests mocking him, with the scribes and elders, said. He saved others; him- self he canutt save. If he be the King of Israel, let him now come down from the cross, and we will believe him. He trusted in God ; let him deliver him now if he will have him : for he said, I am the Son of God. Matt, xxvii. 41, 42, 43. The Railing cf the Thieves. Teach. Bvxt in mine adversity they rejoiced, and gathered themselves together ; yea, the abjects gathered themselves together against me. Ps. xxxv. 15. ScHOL. The thieves also which were crucified with him, cast the same in his teeth. Matt, xxvii. 44. The Sorrov.'- of the Virgin. Teach. Yea a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also ; that the thoughts of many hearts may be re- vealed. Luke ii. 35. ScHOL. Now there stood by the cross of Jesus, hia mother, and his mother's sister, Mary, the wife of Cleo- phas, and Mary Magdalene. John xix. 25. His Friends afar Oif. Teach. My lovers and my friends stand aloof from my sore ; and my kinsmen stand afar off. Ps. xxviii. 11. ScHOL. And all his acquaintance, and the women that followed him from Galilee, stood aftir off, beholding these things. Luke xxiii. 49. The Noon-day Darkness Teach. In that day, saith the Lord God, I will cause the sun to go down at noon, and I will darken the eiirth in the clear day. Amos viii. 9. Schol. Now from the sixth hour there was darkness over all the land until the ninth hour. Matt, xxvii. 45. 46 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Father of all our mercies, and God of all grace, we adore thee, that in thine infinite compassion, thou didst devise a plan for the restoration of the world from the curse of a broken covenant. We bless thee for thy match- less benevolence towards our guilty race, that thou didst not permit man when fallen to remain in the darkness of despair, but didst comfort him by the immediate promise of a Saviour to come, and in the institution of sacrifice at the gates of Eden, by the shedding of blood didst typify the great sacrifice of the Son of God for the sins of the whole world. We thank thee, our Father and God, that, in the accep- tance of each victim oflfered before the law of Moses, and of each sacrifice under the law, as well as by sacrificial types and shadows, and by the words which holy men of God were moved of the Holy Ghost to speak of a coming Saviour, in the Prophets and in the Psalms, thou didst re- new the pledge of the world's redemption, and set forth the great atonement, which in due time was made for the sins of our fallen race, by the sufferings and death of the Son of God. Holy and immaculate Lamb of God who takest away the sins of the world, we bless and give thanks unto thee for thy infinite love and condescension to guilty man. We adore the riches of thy mercy that thou didst become an oblation for sin, and as the sacrifice of the whole world, upon the altar of the cross, didst bleed and die to reconcile us to an offended God. Son of the Father, by thy suffer- ing life and dying love, constrain our hearts to love and serve thee, and to live for thee upon earth that we may reign with thee in Heaven. Our Father, who art in hea- ven, hallowed be thy name: thy kingdom come: thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven: give us this day our daily bread: and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive them that trespass against us: &c. PROPHECIES OF CHRIST^S DEATH. Sfitst 2rf)uvstiaD in tijc i^^lontlj. iEbenfnfl. HYMN 20. L. M. Dresden, HE dies ! the Friend of sinners dies ! The rising God forsakes the tomb ; Lo I Salem's daughters weep aroiuid ; (In vain the tomlj forbids his riseO A solemn darliness veils the skies, Cherubic legions guard him home, A sudden trembling shakes the ground ; Aud shout him welcome lo ihe skies. Come, saints, and drop a tear or two r, i a- . ■ . j . n „ ' , . ' , , . , , , Break off your tears, ye saiuls, and teU For him who groan'd beneath your load ; _. . . • t-> i i_ • _ . ,,,,,*,, .. •' How high )-our great Dcliv'rer reigns; He shed a ihous;iiid drops tor you,— „• i, i ni i i r i, ii . , , , /• , 1,1 S'ng how he spoil'd the iiosis of hell, A tnous;ind drops ol richer blood. . , , , , , , • u • ^ And led the monster deaih in chauis: t*!re's loTe and grief beyond degree: Say, Live forever, woiidrous King! The Lord of glory dieji for inanl Born to redeem, aiid strong to save; n«t Jol what sudden joys we see: Then ask the monsier, VVheie's thy sting? Jesus, the dead, revives again. And, Where's Oiy vict'rj-, boasting grave? Christ forsaken of the Father. Teacher. My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me.' Ps. xxii. 1. Scholars. At the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani .' which is, being interpreted. My God, my God, why hast thou for- saken me.' Mark. xv. 34. The Stupefying Mixture. Teach. They gave me also gall for my m£at ; and in my thirst they gave me vinegar to drink. Ps. Ixix. 21. ScHOL. And some of them that stood by, when they heard it, said, Behold, he calleth Elias. And one ran and filled a sponge full of vinegar, and put it on a reed, and gave him to drink. Matt. xv. 35, 36. His Dying Cry. Teach. Seventy weeks are determined upon thy peo- ple and thy holy city, to finish the transgression, and to make an end of sins, and to make reconciliation for ini- quity, and to bring in everlasting righteousness. Daniel ix. 24. 47 48 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. ScHOL. When Jesus therefore had received the vine- gar, he said, It is finished : and he bowed his head and gave up the ghost. John xix. 30. His Death. Teach. Therefore will I divide him a portion with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong ; because he hath poured out his soul unto death. Isaiah liu. 12. ScHOL. And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, he said, Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit : and having said thus, he gave up the ghost. Luke xxiii. 46. Parting of his Garments. Teach. They part my garments among them, and cast lots upon my vesture. Ps. xxii. 18. ScHOL. And when they had crucified him, they parted his garments, casting lots upon them, what every man should take. Mark xv. 24. His Bones not Broken. Teach. He keepeth all his bones : not one of them is broken. Ps. xxxix. 20. ScuoL. Then came the soldiers, and brake the legs of the first, and of the other which was crucified with him. But when they came to Jesus, and saw that he was dead already, they brake not his legs. John xiv. 32, 33. Piercing his Side. Teach. And they shall look upon me whom they have pierced, and they shall mourn for him, as one mourneth for his only son, and shall be in bitterness for his fii-st-born. Zech. xii. 10. ScuoL. But one of the soldiers with a spear pierced his side, and forthwith came thereout blood and water. John xix. 34. His Side Pierced during the Darkness. Teach. It shall be one day, which shall be known to the Lord, not day nor night ; but it shall come to pass that at evening time it shall be light. And it shall be in FIRST THURSDAY IN TH£ MONTH. 49 that day that living waters sliall go out from Jerusalem. Zech. xiv. 7, 8. ScHOL. But one of the soldiers with a spear pierced his side, and forthwith came thereout blood and water. John xix 34. His Burial Teach. And he made his grave with the wicked, and with the rich in his death ; because he had done no vio- lence, neither was any deceit in his mouth. Tsa. liii. 9. ScHOL. And behold, there was a man named Joseph, a counsellor, and he was a good man, and a just. This man went unto Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus. And he took it down and wrapped it in linen, and laid it in a sepulchre that was hewn in stone, wherein never man before was laid. Luke xxiii. 50, 51, 53 His E/esurrection. Teach. Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory re- joiceth : my flesh also shall rest in hope. For thou wilt not leave my soul in hell ; neither wilt thou suflfer thy Holy One to see corruption. Ps. xvi. 10. ScHOL. Men and brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and bu- ried, and his sepulchre is with us unto this day. There- fore being a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him, that of the fruit of his loins, ac- cording to the flesh, he would raise up Christ to sit on his throne ; he seeing this before, spake of the resurrec- tion of Christ, that his soul was not left in hell, neither did his flesh see corruption. This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we all are witnesses. Acts ii. 29, 30, 31, 32. Resurrection of the Saints. Teach. Thy dead men shall live, together with my dead body shall they arise. Awake and sing, ye that dwell in dust : for thy dew is as the dew of herbs, and the earth shall cast out the dead. Isa. xxvi. 19. ScHOL. And the earth did quake, and the rocks rent; 5 60 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. and the graves were opened, and many bodies of the (saints which slept arose ; and came out of the graves af- ter his resurrection. Matt, xxvii. 51, 52, 53. The Hope of a future Resurrection Teach. I know that my Redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth. And though after my skin worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God: whom I shall see for myself, and mine eyes shall behold, and not another; though my reins be consumed within me. Job xix. 25, 26, 27. ScHOL. Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection and the life : he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: and whosoever liveth, and believeth in me, shall never die. John xi. 25, 26. His Ascension. Teach. Thou hast ascended on high, thou hast led captivity captive : thou hast received gifts for men. Ps. Ixviii. 18. ScHOL. And he led them out as far as to Bethany : and he lifted up his hands, and blessed them. And it came to pass, while he blessed them, he was parted from them, and carried up into heaven. Luke xxiv. 50, 51. Descent of the Holy Ghost. Teach. And it shall come to pass afterward, that 1 will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh ; and your song and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions : and also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will 1 pour out my Spirit. Joel ii. 28, 29. ScHOL. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. Acts ii. 2, 3, 4. FIRST THURSDAY IN THE MONTH. 51 Almighty and everlasting Jehovah, we adore and bless thee for thy infinite benevolence, that when man by sin had rendered himself obnoxious to temporal death, thou didst not sufl'er him to fall into the pains of death eternal, but didst devise means for his recovery from guilt, and for final restoration to thy favor, by providing a Saviour who, made a little lower than the angels, for the suffering of death was crowned with glory and honor ; that by the grace of God he should taste death for every man. We praise and give thanks unto thee, O Lord, that by the ministry of angels, and by the mouths of holy pro- phets, and by types and ceremonies under the law, thou didst comfort those of the earlier dispensations with the promise of a Messiah who should restore all things ; and we bless thee, Lord, that all that angels announced — all that the law prefigured, and that the prophets had foretold, were consummated, and all the effects of Adam's sin an- nulled, when the dying Son of God cried, "It is finished," upon the summit of Calvary, and his rising body forsook the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea. All praise and honor be unto thy name, most merciful Redeenier, for thy boundless love and infinite condescen- sion. Melt our hearts into tenderness and contrition and love at the remembrance of all thy sufferings. By thine agony and bloody sweat, by thy cross and passion, by thy precious death and burial, by thy glorious resurrection and ascension, and by the coming of the Holy Ghost, de- liver us from all our spiritual enemies, and bring us to thy heavenly kingdom. Our Father, who art in heaven, hal- lowed be thy name : thy kingdom come : thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven : give us this day our daily bread : and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive them that trespass against us : lead us not into temptation ; but deliver us from evil: for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever and ever. Amen! GODHEAD AND HUMANITY OF CHRIST. j^ivst Sfmav in tje imontl;. iHornfnfl. HYMN 21. L. M Cleaveland. TO us a ch'ld of royal birth, £iiil of the promises, is given ; The Invisible uppearj ou e.irth,— The Son of ruan, the God of heaven. A Saviour born, in love supreme, He comes, our fallen souls to raise ; He comes, his people to redeem. With all his plenitude of grace. The Christ, by raptured seers foretold, Fill'd with the Holy Spirit's power. Prophet, and Priest, an 1 King, behold ; And Lord of all the world adore. The Lord of bosts, the God most high, Who quits his throne, on earth to live, With joy we welcome from the sky, With faith into our heurts receive. HYMN 22. J-. M. Snoiejield. HARK! llie herald angels sing,— Glory to the new-born King; Peace on earth, and mercy mild J God and iinuers reconciled. Joyful all ye nations rise — Join ll)e triumphs of the skies; With angelic hosts proclaim,— Christ b born in BeUilehem. Ciirist, by high.st heaven adored,— Clirist, the everlas fttovnins. HYMN 26, L. M. Dresden. HE dies! the Friend of sinners dies! Lo ! Salem's daughters weep around ; A Boiemn darkness veils the skieo, A £odJeii trembling sliakes the ground ; Come, saints, and drop a tear or two For him who groan'd beneath your load; He shed a thousand drops for you, — A lliousand drops of richer blood. Here's love and grief beyond degree ; The Lord of glory dies for man ! But loi what sudden joys we see: Jesus, the dead, revives again. The rising God forsakes the tomb ; (In vain the tomb forbids his rise;) Cherubic legions guard him home. And shout liim wekome to the skies. HYMN 27. B. M. Teleman. THE Lord is risen indeed ; The grave hi»s lost its prey ; With him shall rise the raiisom'd seed, To reign in endless d;>y. The Lord is risen indeed ; He lives to die no more ; He lives, his people's cause lo plead. Whose curse and shame l»e bore. Tlie Lord is risen indeed ; Attending angtls liear; Up to the courts of heaven, wiLli speed, The joyful tidings bear:— Then take your golden lyres, And strike each cheerful chord ; Join, all ye bright celestial choirs, To sing our risen Lord. Teacher. I delivered unto yovx first of all, that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins accord- ing to the scriptures ; and that he was buried, and that he arose a^ain the third day, according to the scriptures. 1 Cor. XV. 3, 4. Scholars. In the end of the Sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Mag- dalene, and the other Mary to see the sepulchre. Matt, xxviii. 1. Teach. They had brought sweet spices, that they might come and anoint him ; and very early in the morn- ing they came unto tlie sepulchre at the rising of the sun. Matt. xvi. 1, 2. ScHOL. And they said among themselves. Who shall roll us away the stone from the door of the sepulchre? (and when they looked they saw that the stone was rolled away,) for it was very great. Mark xvi. 3, 4. 64 SECOND SUNDAY IN THE MONTH. 65 Teach. And entering into the sepulchre they saw a young man sitting on the right side, clothed in a long white garment; and they were affrighted. Mark xvi. 5. ScHOL. And he saith unto them, be not affrighted, ye .seek Jesus of Neizareth, which was crucified ; he is risen ; he is not here : behold the place where they laid him. Mark xvi. 6. Teach. But go your way, tell his disciples and Peter, that he goeth before you into Galilee ; there ye shall see him, as he said unto you. Mark xvi. 7. ScHOL. And they went out quickly, and fled from the sepulchre ; for they trembled, and were amazed; neither said they any thing to any man ; for they were afraid. Mark xvi. 8. Teach. And as they wont to tell his disciples, behold, Jesus met them saying. All hail. Matt, xxviii. 9. ScHOL. Then said Jesus unto them, Be not afraid ; go tell my brethren that they go into Galilee, and there shall they see me. Matt, xxviii. 10. Teach. Now when Jesus was risen early, the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdal-ene. Mark xvi. 9. ScHOL. After that he appeared in another form unto two of them, as they walked and went into the country. Mark xvi. 12. Teach. Afterwards he appeared unto the eleven, as they sat at meat, and upbraided them with their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they believed not them which had seen him after he was risen. Mark xvi. 14. ScHOL. Christ being risen from the dead, dieth no more ; death hath no more dominion over him. For in that he died, he died unto sin once : but in that he liveth, he liveth unto God. Rom. vi. 9, 10. Teach. Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord. Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body, that ye should obey it in the lusts thereof. Rom. vi. 11, 12. 6* 66 MAXUAI. OF DEVOTION. Almighty and eternal Father, thou art a God of infinite benevolence and compassion. We bless thee for our crea- tion, for the purpose of salvation in Christ Jesus before the foundation of the world, for the enjoyments of the evei-lasting covenant, and for the gift of thy dear Son our Saviour, who in the fulness of time was delivered for our offences, and was raised for our justification, and triumph- ing over death and the grave, ascended up on high, leading captivity captive. Grant, Lord, that Avhile we see in his resurrection a pledge that because he lives we shall live also, after our bed of corruption and our sleep in dust, we may feel the present power of his resurrection in sanctifying our heai-ts, in enabling us to walk in newness of life, in confirming our faith and enlivening our hope, till we can exclaim, Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who, according to his abundant mercy, hath begotten us again unto a lively hope, by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible, un- defiled, and that fadeth not away reserved in heaven for us. Holy and ever blessed Redeemer, who for our sakes didst resign the glories of immortality, for the pains and labors of earth, and after a life of sorrow and suffering didst die an ignominious death, and pass from the bitter- ness of death to the darkness of the grave, and by thine infinite power rise again from the dead ; we acknowledge thee our Lord and our God, we adore thy majesty, we bless thy boundless love, we implore thine infinite mercy and grace ; raise our souls, we beseech thee, from the death of sin to a life of righteousness, that we at last may be partakers of thy glorious resurrection, and live with thee in heaven. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name : thy kingdom come: thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven: give us this day our daily bread: &c. LORD'S SUPPER. Scconti SuntJao m tl)e jf^ontJ). 32'otnmQ. HYMN 28. CM. HYMN 29. s. M. Warwick. Cranbrook. THAT doleful niflit before his death, GLORY to God on high, The Lamb, for sinners slaia, Our peace is made with Heaven; Dil, almoBi with liis dying breath. The Son of God came down to die, This solemn feast proclaim. That we might be forgiven. To keep the feast, Lord, we have met, His precious blood was shed. And to remember thee: His body bruised for sin: Help each poor ireinbier to repeat,— Remember this in eating bread. For ine lie died, for laeJ And this in drinking wine. Thy sudr 'rings. Lord, each sacred sign Approach his royal board. To our remembrance brings; In his rich garments clad ; We eat the bread, and drink the wine, Join every tongue to praise the Lord, But think on nobler things. And every heart be glad. O tune our tongues, and set in frame The Father gives the Son ; Each heart that panis for tliee. The Son, his flesh and blood: To sing— Hosatma to the Lamb, The Spirit seals ; and faith puts on The Lamb tlial died for me 1 The righteousness of God. Teacher. I have received of the Lord, that which also I delivered unto you, that the Lord Jesus, the same night in which he was betrayed, took bread. 1 Cor. xi. 23. Scholars. And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said. Take, eat ; this is my body, which is bro- ken for you : this do in remembrance of me. 1 Cor. xi. 24. Teach. After the same manner also, he took the cup, when he had supped, saying. This cup is the new testa- ment in my blood ; this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me. 1 Cor. xi. 25. ScHOL. For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this cup, ye do show the Lord's death till he come. 1 Cor. xi. 26. Teach. And they continued steadfastly in the apos- 67 68 MAmJAL OF DEVOTTON. ties' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. Acts ii. 42. ScHOL. And they continued daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, praising God, and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved. Acts ii. 46, 47. Teach. Purge out therefore the old leaven, tliat ye may be a new lump, as ye are unleavened. For even Christ our passover is sacrificed for us. 1 Cor. v. 7. ScHOL. Let us keep the feast, not with old leaven, neither with the leaven of malice and wickedness ; but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. 1 Cor. v. 8. Teach. Our fathers did all eat the same spiritual meat, and did drink the same spiritvial drink ; (for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them : and that Rock was Christ.) 1 Cor. x. 3, 4. ScHOL. The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ ? 1 Cor. X. 16. Teach. For we, being many, are one bread, and one body : for we are all partakers of that one bread. 1 Cor. X. 17. ScHOL. Ye cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils : ye cannot be partakers of the Lord's table, and of the table of devils. 1 Cor. x. 21. Teach. Whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup of the Lord, unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. Let a man examine him- self, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup. 1 Cor. xi. 27, 28. ScHOL. For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord 's body. 1 Cor. xi. 29. SECOND SUNDAY IN THE MONTH. 69 5.3 r a 2 e r . Almighty and everlasting God, our heavenly Father, we laud and magnify thy glorious name, that of thine in- finite mercy thou didst give thine only Son Jesus Christ for our redemption, who upon the altar of the cross made a full, perfect, and sufficient sacrifice, oblation, and satis- faction for the sins of the whole world. Adorable and most blessed Saviour and Redeemer, we glorify thee for thy matchless benevolence, that when about to be wounded for our transgressions, and bruised for our iniquities, with thy humiliation and death in view — the mockery of the judgment seat of Herod, the crown of thorns, the red and purple robe, and the cross with all its circumstances of awfulness and agony, even in that hour, thou didst forget thine own suff'erings in the benevo- lent wish to comfort thy sorrowing disciples and all thy future followei's, and didst institute in the breaking of bread and the drinking of wine, a perpetual memorial of thy precious dealh and passion. Holy Spirit of Grace, breathe upon our hearts in this ordinance, and grant unto us repentance and remission of sins, faith, love and new obedience, that the supper of our dying Lord may ever be to the eye of faith a pledge of the covenant of mercy in the blood of Christ ; that it may be our Passover of exemption from the dominion of sin and the wrath of the destroying angel ; our Sacrament of alle- giance to Immanuel our King ; a feast of marrow and fat things and of wines on the lees, a feast in which he shall sup with us, and we with him ; and a season of precious communion with the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Ghost. "We thank thee, our Father and God, that we have been permitted, this day, to tread the courts of thine earthly sanctuary, and to read, and Usten to the word of life ; blesa to us the services in which we have been engaged, and bring us to spend an endless Sabbath with thee in heaven. CHRIST AS REDEEMER. Secontr IHontrai) iii tije £ttontl). <;^orntn!i. H Y M N 30 . CM. Franklin. Pr.UNGED in a gulf of dark ilespair, We wretched sinners lay, Without one cheering beam of hope, Or sparli of glimm'ring day. With pitying eyes the Prince of peace Beheld our iidlpless grief: He saw, and (O amazing love !) He flew to our relief. Down from tlie phining seats above. With joyful haste he fled ; Entei'd the grave in mOTtal flesli, And dwelt among the dead. O for this love let rocks and hilts Their IzKiing silence break; And all harmonious human tongues, The Saviour's praises speak. HYMN 31 . s. M. Hoffman. OUR sins on Clirist were laid ; He bore the mighty load; Our ransom-price he ftilly paid In gruaiu and tears and blood. To save a woi-kl he dies ; Simiers behold tlie Lamb ! To him lift up yoiu- longing eyes; Seek mercy in his nam?. Pardon and peace abound ; He will your sins forgive i Salvation in his. name is found, — He bids the sinner live. Jesus, we look to thee :— Where else Ci\n sinners go ? Thy boundless love shall set us free From wretchetiness and ws. Teacher. The Redeemer shall come to Zion, and unto them that turn from transgression in Jacob, saith the Lord. Isa. lix. 20. Scholars. This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. 1 Tim. i. 15. Teach. When we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son. Rom. v. 10. ScHOL. Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world. Gal. i. 4 Teach. It pleased the Father, that in him should all fulness dwell, and having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things to himself. Colos. i. 19. ScHOL. When the fulness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the 70 SECOND MONDAY IN THE MONTH. 71 law, to redeem them that were under the law, that "we might receive the adoption of Sons. Galat. iv. 4. Teach. He gave himself for us, that he might re- deem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a pe- culiar people, zealous of good works. Tit. ii. 14. ScHOL, We are justified freely, by his grace, through the redemption that is in Jesus Christ. Rom. iii. 24. Teach. But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification and redemption. 1 Cor. i. 30. ScHOL, He was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities, the chastisement of our peace was upon him, and with his stripes are we healed. Isa. liii. 6. Teach. Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not re- deemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers ; but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot. 1 Pet. i. 18, 19. ScHOL. By his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us. Heb. ix. 12. Teach. Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us : for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree. That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ : that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith. Gal. iii. 13, 14. ScHOL. Thou art worthy : for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood, out of every kindred and tongue, and people and nation. Rev. v. 9. Teach. Grace be to you, and peace from God the Fa- ther, and from our Lord Jesus Christ. Galat. i. 3. ScHOL. Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and of our Father : to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen. GralaU i. 4, 5, 72 MANUAL OF imVOTtOK. God, the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, three persons and one God — thou art the God of our redemption. We adore the wisdom which devised the plan of our salva- tion, the love which accomplished its execution, and the grace which applies its benefits. Aliens from God, slaves to sin, and under the curse of a broken law — thousands of silver and gold could not ransom us, nor the cattle upon a thousand hills atone for our guilt ; yet, glory be to the name of God, thou didst pity our race in its lost es- tate, and say, "Deliver from going to the pit, for I have found a i-ansom ;" and didst send thy Son who bore our sins in his own body upon the ti-ee, and having put away sin by the sacrifice of himself, hath obtained eternal re- demption for us. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ; in whom we have redemption thz-ough his blood, the forgiveness of sins ac* cox'dmg to the riches of his grace, wherein he hath abound- ed towards us in all wisdon;\ and prudence. Blessed Jesus, Redeemer of the world, have mercy upon us, miserable sinners! Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, purify our hearts from the defile- ment of sin ; sprinkle us with hyssop and we shall be clean ; wash thou us and we shall be whiter than snow. Impart thyself to us in all thy sacred influences and bless- ings, and be to us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanc- tification, and complete redemption. May we ever be of the number of thy faithful followers upon earth, and when our pilgrimage is ended, may we join that innumerable company which no man can number and unite in the song, "Worthy is the Lamb, for thou wast slain and hast re- deemed us to God out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation, and hast made us unto our God, kings and priests." Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed De thy name: thy kingdom come: thy Avill be done, &c. CHKIST AS SAYIOUE, ScconH ^ontiaD in ti}z ^onil). lEbeninfl. HYMN 32. s. M. T?taU:her. JESUS, thou source divine, Whence hope and comfort flow,— Jesus, no other uame than thiue Can save from endless wo. None else will heaven approve : Thou art the only way, Ordaiii'd by everlasting love, To realms of endless day. Here let our feet abide. Nor from thy path depart : Direct our steps, thou gracious Gmide 1 And cheer the fainting heart- Safe through this world of night. Lead to the blissful plains, — The regions of unclouded light, — Where joy forever reigns. H Y M N 33. L. M. Clinton. JESUS, and shall it ever be, A mortal man ashamed of thee ? Ashamed of thee, whom angels praise,— Whose glories shine tlirough endless days. Ashamed of Jesus !— that dear Friend On whom my hopes of heaven depend ; No !— when I blush, be this my shame,— That I no more revere his Name. Asliamed of Jesus!— yes I may. When I've no guilt to wasli away ; No tear to wipe, no good to crave, No fears to quell, no soul to save. Till then— nor is my boasting vain— Till then I boast a Saviour slain ; And, O may this my glory be, — That Christ is not ashamed of me. Teacher. The Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world. 1 John iv. 14. Scholars. For the Son of man is come to save that which is lost. Luke xviii, 11. Teach. This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. 1 Tim. i. 15. ScHOL. Our Saviour, Jesus Christ, hath abolished death, and brought life and immortality to light. 2 Tim. i. 10. Teach. Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them. Heb. vii. 25. ScHOL. For if, when we were enemies, we were re- conciled to God by the death of his Son ; much more, 7 73 74 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life. Rom. v 10. Teach. Fear not, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day, in the city of David, a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Luke ii. 10, 11. ScHOL. Him hath God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince and a Saviour, to give repentance to Israel, and forgiveness of sins. Acts v. 31. Teach. Of this man's seed hath God, according to his promise, raised unto Israel a Saviour, Jesus. Acts xiii. 23. ScHOL. Thou shalt call his name Jesus, for he shall save his people from their sins. Matt. i. 21. Teach. He will swallow up death in victory ; and the Lord God will wipe away tears from off all faces ; and the rebuke of his people shall he take away from off all the earth. Isa. xxv. 8. ScHOL. And it shall be said in that day, Lo, this is our God ; we have waited for him, and he will save us : this is the Lord ; we have waited for him, we will be glad and rejoice in his salvation. Isa. xxv. 9. Teach. The Son of man is not come to destroy men's lives, but to save them. Luke ix. 56. ScHOL. And if any man hear my words, and believe not, I judge him not : for I came not to judge the world, but to save the world. John xii. 47. Teach. We believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved. Acts xv. 11. ScHOL. Our conversation is in heaven, from whence we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ. Phile. iii. 20. Teach. Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Fa- ther, and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour. Tit. i. 4. ScHOL. To the only wise God, our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen ! Jude i, 25. SECOND MONDAY IN THE MONTH. 75 Our Father and God, we adore thee for thy benevolence in our creation, and for thy matchless mercy in our re- demption. We bless thee, that thou didst send thy Son to be the propitiation for the sins of a lost and ruined world. We praise and give thanks unto thee, that after his humiliation and death, thou hast highly exalted him to be a Prince and a Saviour, to give repentance unto Israel, and remission of sins, and hast given him a name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus, every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father. Blessed Jesus, our once suffering but now risen and exalted Saviour, we adore thee in thy divine perfections, prerogatives and glory ; we praise and give thanks unto thee for all that thou hast done and suffered, to purchase our salvation. In the language of just men made perfect in heaven, we would sing, " Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and strength, and honor, and glory, and blessing." We come to thee, com- passionate Saviour, as our Paschal Lamb, and laying the hand of faith upon thy blessed head, confess our iniquity, and entreat forgiveness through thy most precious blood. Like the Leper, we come kneeling, and say, "Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make us clean." Lord Jesus, make us clean ; sprinkle us with hyssop, and we shall be clean ; wash thou us and we shall be whiter than snow. As thou wast crucified for us, may we be crucified unto the world, and the world unto us ; as thou hast died for sin, may we die daily unto sin, and live unto righteousness, and be changed into thy divine image, from glory to glory, as by the spirit of the Lord. We thank thee for the blessings of this day; preserve us during the night, and save us for Christ's sake. 7' CHRIST AS MEDIATOR. Seconti EuesUaj fn tl)e i?^ontl> IWorninij. HYMN 34. c. M. Irish. WITH joy we meditate the grace Of our High Priest above ; His heart is made of tenderness, His bowels melt with love. Touch'd with a sympathy within, He knows our feeble frame ; He knows what sore temptations meaii, For he hath felt the same. He, in the days of feeble flesh, Pour'd out strong cries and tears, And in his raejisure feels afresh What every member bears. He '11 never quench the smoking fiax, But raise it to a flame ; The bruised reed he never breaks. Nor scorns the meanest name. HYMN 35 . 8. M. Lane. LORD, how shall sinners dare Look up to thine abode? Or offer their imperfect prayer, Before a holy God? Bright terrors gtiard thy seat, And glories veil thy face ; Yet mercy calls us to thy feet, And to thy throne of grace. My soul, with cheerful eye See where thy Saviour stands,- The glorious Advocate on high, With incense in his hands. Teach my weak heart, O Lord, With faith to call thee mine ; Bid me pronounce the blissful word- Father — with joy divine. Teacher. There is one God, and one Mediator be- tween God and man, the man Christ Jesus. 1 Tim. ii. 5. Scholars. "Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. Titus ii. 14. Teach. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. 1 John ii. 1. ScHOL. And he is the propitiation for our sins : and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world. 1 John ii. 2. Teach. He entered into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us. Heb. ix. 24. ScHOL. For if he were on earth, he should not be a priest, seeing that there are priests that offer gifts accord- ing to the law, Heb. viii. 4. Teach. But now hath he obtained a more excellent 76 SECOND TUESDAY IN THE MONTH. 77 ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a bet- ter covenant, which was established upon better promises. Heb. viii. 6. ScHOL. That he might be a merciful and faithful High Priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people. Heb, ii. 17. Teach. But Christ being come a high priest of good tilings to come, by a greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands, that is to say, not of this building. Heb. ix. 11. ScHOL. Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own blood, he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us. Heb. ix. 12. Teach. For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of a heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh. Heb. ix. 13. ScHOL. How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God? Heb. ix. 14. Teach. And for this cause he is the mediator of the new testament, that by means of death, for the redemption of the transgressions that were under the first testament, they which are called, might receive the promise of eter- nal inheritance. Heb. ix. 15. Schol. Wherefore he is able to save them to the ut- termost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them. Heb. vii. 25. Teach. For such a high priest became us, who is holy, harmless, undefiled, separate from sinners, and made higher than the heavens. Heb. vii. 26. Schol. Who needeth not daily, as those high priests, to offer up sacrifice first for his own sins, and then for the people's : for this he did once, when he offered up himself. Heb. vii. 27. Teach. Seeing then that we have a great High Priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession. Heb. iv. 14. 7* 78 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Almighty and eternal Jehovah! conscious of our un- worthiness and our sinfulness, we would approach thy throne in humble reliance upon the atonement and inter- cession of Jesus, the mediator of the new covenant, for the acceptance of our persons and the answer of our prayers. We adore thy name, that there is one Mediator between God and man, Jesus Christ, the righteous, who being made a High-Priest of good things to come, has entered the holy place, not by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own precious blood, and having put away sin by the sacrifice of himself, has obtained eternal redemption for us, and is set down at the right hand of the Majesty on high ; wherefore he is able to save them to the uttermost that come unto him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them. Blessed Jesus! we acknowledge thee in all thy offices and adore thee in all thy graces. As our Prophet thou dost teach us — for thou art the way, the truth and the life. As our merciful and faithful High Priest in things per- taining to God, thou hast made atonement for the sins of the whole world. As our King thou art seated on thy mediatorial throne upon the holy hill of Zion. May we ever be found sitting at thy feet and learning of thee to be meek and lowly in heart ; may we, through faith, be made partakers of the atonement in thy blood ; and ever be the faithful, obedient subjects of thy heavenly kingdom. We thank thee, Lord, for thy merciful protection during the past night, and we would implore thy blessing and direction this day. Give us grace to discharge the duties of the day, with patience to endure its trials, and with fortitude to overcome its temptations, — and at last, with all the redeemed, bring us to the enjoyment of thy- self in heaven. Grant us, we beseech thee, the answer of these our petitions, and the pardon of our sins, through our divine mediator. Our Father, who art, &c. GOD'S LOVE IN THE GIFT OF CHRIST. ircontJ ^TuestiaB in tt)e i^onllj. 32\)t\m\Q. HYMN 11. CM. Ephesut. FATHER to thee iny soul I lift; My soul on iliee depends; Convince^l that every perfect gift From thee alone itescends. Mercy and grace nre tliine alone, AikI power and wisdom too: VTilhciU the Spirii of thy Son, We notliiiig gO'xl can do. Vie cannot fptak one ueeful word. One holy thought conceive, Unless, in answer to our Lord, Thyself tlie blessing give. His blood demands the purchased grace, His blood's availing plea ObtaiueiJ Uie help f^ all our race : And sends it down to me. HYMN 12. s. M. Alva. GREAT God, accept a heart That pants to s ng ihy praise ; Thou, who wiiliont beginning art, And without end of days: Thy goodness is display "d, On all ihy works impress'd; Thoulovest all thy hauls have mad^ But man thoa lovest best. Gracious art thou to all Who indy turn to thee ; O hear rae, then, for pardon call, And show thy grace to rae. TTirough mercy reconciled. For Jesus' sake Ibrgi ven ; Receive. O Lord, ihy favor'd child. To sing thy praise in heaven. Teacher. The Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world. 1 John iv. 14. Scholars. God sent his only begotten Son into the world that we might live through him. 1 John iv. 9. Teach. Burnt-offering and sin-offering hast thou not required. Then said I, Lo, I come : in the volume of the book -it is written of me, I delight to do thy will, my God : yea, thy law is within my heart. Ps. xl. 6, 7, 8. ScHOL. I have preached righteousness in the great congregation : lo, I have not refrained my lips, Lord, thou knowest. Ps. xl. 9. Teach. When the fulness of time had come, God sent his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, to redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons. Gal. iv. 4. ScHOL. For it pleased the Father, that in hun .should 79 80 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. all fulness dwell ; and, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself. Col. i. 19, 20. Teach. For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John iii. 16. ScHOL. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be tlie propitiation for our sins. 1 John iv. 10. Teach. In this was manifested the love of God to- ward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him. 1 John iv. 9. ScHOL. If God so loved us, we ought also to love one another. 1 John iv. 11, Teach. The God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Fa- ther of Glory, give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him. Eph. i. 17. ScHOL. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which, according to his abundant mercy, hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrec- tion of Jesus Christ from the dead. 1 Peter i. 3. Teach. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual bless- ings in heavenly places in Christ. Eph. i. 3. ScHOL. In whom we have redemption throvigh his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace. Eph. i. 7. Teach. Of which salvation the prophets have inquired and searched diligently, who prophesied of the grace that should come unto you : 1 Peter i. 10. Schol. Searching what, or what manner of time the Spiirit of Christ whicli was in them did signify, when it testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow. 1 Peter i. 11. Teach. Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gifL 2 Cor. ix. 15. SECOND TUESDAY IN THE MONTH. 81 Almighty and eternal Jehovah ! who art the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, the heavens declare thy glory, and the earth is full of thy riches. Thou art clothed with honor and majesty ; we adore thee in the displays of thy power and grandeur. Thou art glorious in holiness ; we adore thee in the infinite purity of thy character. But we magnify thee, Lord, that thou art not only the Mighty God whose name is Holy, but that thou art also the God of Love. "We thank thee for all the manifestations of thy loving kindness, but especially for the gift of thy dear Son, our Saviour. Thou hast loved us with more than a parental affection. When we lay under the curse of a broken law ; when there Avas no eye to pity us, nor arm to save, thou didst remember us in our low estate and wast pleased to lay help upon one that was mighty to save and strong to deliver. Thou didst send thy Son into the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world through him might be saved. We bless thee that thou hast also com- mended thy love to us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for the ungodly. Thanks be unto the God and "Father of our Lord Jesus Christ for his unspeakable gift. God of all grace, who hast so loved us as to give thine only begotten Son that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have everlasting life, give unto us thy ser- vants that faith which will enable us to receive him fully in his divine character and offices, that he may be to us wisdom, righteousness, sanctification and complete re- demption. May we make him our only refuge, walk in him as our way, and follow him as our guide, that trans- formed into his divine image, we may be like him at his appearing, and so be ever with the Lord. Amen! Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth, &c. BENEFITS OF THE GIFT OF CHEIST. ScconU ffSf^EtJitestJaD m tl)e H^ontl). i^aocninfl. HYMN .38 . 6. M. SL Thomas. WHAT majesty and grace, Through all ^he gospel shine ! Tis God that speaks, and we confess The doctrine most divine. Down from his throne on high, The mighty Saviour comes; Lays his bright robes of glory by, And feeble flesh assumes. The debt that sinners owed, Upon the cross he pays : Then through the clouds ascends to God, 'Midst shouts of loftiest praise. There our High Priest appears, Before his Father's throne ; Uingles his merits with our tears. And pours salvation down. HYMN 39. c. M. DelighU THY ceaseless, unexhausted love^ Unmerited and free, Delights our evl to remove, And help our misery. Thou waitest to be gracious still : Thou dost with sinners bear; That, saved, we may thy goodnes feCu And all thy grace declare. Thy goodness and thy truth to me, To every soul, abound ; A vast, unfathomable sea, Where all our thoughu are drown'd. Its streams the whole creation reach, So plenteous is the store ; Enough for all, enough for each. Enough forever more. Teacher. There shall be a fountedn opened to the house of David and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, for sin and for uncleanness. Zech. xiii. 1. Scholars. Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins. 1 John iv. 10. Teach. Christ loved the church, and gave himself for it, that he might sanctify and cleanse it. Eph. v. 25. ScHOL. Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost. Tit. iii. 5. Teach. By him, all that believe are justified from all things from which they could not be justified by the law of Moses. Acts xiii. 39. 82 SECOND WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 83 ScHOL. Being justified by faith we have peace with God, through our Lord Jesus Christ. Rom. v. 1. Teach. The grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men. Titus ii. 11. ScHOL. Unto every one of us is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ. Eph, iv. 7. Teach. The grace of God, and the gift by grace, which is by one man, Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto many. Rom. v. 15. ScHOL. Of his fulness have we all received, and grace for grace. John i. 16. Teach. God sent his only-begotten Son into the world that we might live through him. 1 John iv. 9. ScHOL. In him was life, and the life was the light of men. John i. 4. Teach. For the life was manifested, and we have seen it, and bear witness, and shew unto you that eternal life which was with the Father, and was manifested unto as. 1 John i. 2. ScHOL. He that hath the Son hath life, and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life. 1 John v. 12. Teach. Lord, to whom shall we go ? thou hast the word of eternal Hfe. John vi. 68. ScHOL. Jesus saith, I am the way, and the truth and the life ; no man cometh unto the Father but by me. John xiv. 6. Teach. Whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him, shall never thirst, but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life. John iv. 14. ScHCL. I am the living bread, which came down from heaven, if any man eat of this bread he shall live for ever. John vi. 51. Teach. Labor not for the meat that perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you. John \i. 27. ScHOL. Thanks be unto God for his v\nspeakable gift Cor. ix. 15. 84 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Adorable and blessed Jehovah, thou art infinitely glo- rious in thy majesty and power, as displayed in creation, and infinitely gracious in thy condescension and mercy, as exhibited in the work of redemption. When we think of thy majesty and holiness, and our own unworthiness and guilt, we are filled with profound self-abasement. When we remember thy compassion and grace in the gift of the world's Redeemer, we would approach thy throne with thankfulness and joy — we would take the cup of sal- vation, and offer thee the sacrifice of thanksgiving, and call upon the name of the Loi'd : Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, for he hath visited and redeemed his people, and hath raised up an horn of salvation in the house of his servant David! While we mourn that the wages of sin is death, we would rejoice that the gift of God is eternal life through our Lord Jesus Christ, in whom we have forgiveness of- Bins according to the riches of his grace — who of God is made unto us, wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctifica- tion, and redemption. Lord, as thou hast not spared thine only Son, but freely given him up for us all, may we have confidence, that with him thou wilt give us all things. As it has pleased thee, that in him should all fulness dwell, may we with faith approach our divine treasuiy, and receive of his fulness, and grace for grace, until we are filled with all the fulness of God and made meet for his heavenly kingdom. Blessed Jesus ! we are lost, but thou art for salvation to the ends of the earth. We are weak, but help is laid upon one that is mighty. We are poor and needy, but thou hast the unsearchable riches. We are blind and ignorant, but in thee are the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Be thou our wisdom, and riches, and strength, and salva- tion. Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift! Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name : &c. BENEFITS OF THE DEATH OF CHKIST, SecontJ Ol-etJnEstiai) m tije ^^^[ontl). fibcninfl. HYMN 40 . CM. Fountain. THERE is a fountain fill'd w-ith blood, Drawn from Immanuel's veins ; And sinners, plunged beneatli that flood, Lose all their guilty stains, Tbe dying thief rejoiced to see That fountain in his day ; And there may I, though vile as he. Wash all my sins away. Thou dying Lamb ! thy precious blood Shall never lose its power, Till all the ransom'd Church of God Are saved, to siu no more. E'er since, by faith I saw the stream Thy flowing wounds supply, Redeeming love has been my theme, And shall be, till I die. HYMN 41. 8.M. LathTop. NOT all the blood of beasts, On Jewish altan. slain, Could give the guiliy conscience peace, Or wash away the stain. But Christ the heavenly Lamb, Takes all our sins away; A sacrifice of nobler name, And richer blood than they. My faith would lay her hand On that dear head of thine,— While like a penitent I stand. And there confess my sin. My soul looks back to see The burdens thou didst hear,— When hanging on the cursed tree,— And hopes her guilt was there. Teacher. I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins, accord- ing to the Scriptures. 1 Cor. xv. 3. Scholars. When we were yet without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly. Rom. v. 6. Teach. God commendeth his love towards us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Rom. v. 8. Schol. I am the good shepherd ; the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep. John x. 11. Teach. Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us. Eph. v. 2. Schol. The Lord Jesus Christ gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, Galat. i. 3, 4. Teach. He gave himself for us, that he might redeem 8 85 86 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. US from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. Titus ii. 14. ScHOL. He was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities ; the chastisement of our peace was upon him ; and with his stripes we are healed. Is. liii. 5. Teach. For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but quickened by the Spirit, li Peter iii. 18. ScHOL. He died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves but unto him, which died for them, and rose again. 2 Cor. v. 15. Teach. The life which I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me, and gave him- self for me. Galat. ii. 20. ScHOL. Without shedding of blood is no remission. Heb. ix. 22. Teach. The blood of Jesus Christ cleanseth us from all sin 1 John i. 7. ScHOL. He is the propitiation for our sins ; and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world. 1 John ii. 2. Teach. We also joy in God, through our Lord Jesua Christ, by whom we have now received the atonement. Rom. v. 11. ScHOL. In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace. Wherein he hath abounded towards us in all wisdom and prudence ; having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure, which he hath purposed in himself. Eph. i. 7, 8, 9. Teach. Unto him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood, and hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father, to him be glory and do- rainion, for ever and ever. Amen. Rev. i. 5, 6. SECOND WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 87 Almighty and eternal Father and God, we adore thee as our Creator, Preserver and Redeemer. We thank thee for the purpose of salvation in Christ Jesus before the foundation of the world. We bless thee, that when the fulness of time had come, thou didst send thy Son, made of a woman, made under the law, to redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons ; who his own self bore our sins in his own body upon the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness. With the Apostle may we triumph in the cross ; God forbid that we should glory save in the cross of Jesus Christ, by whom we are crucified unto the world and the world unto us. All praise and honor be unto thee, for the displays of thy goodness and truth in the advent, life, sufferings and death of thine only and well-beloved Son, who is the px'o- pitiation for our sins, and not for our sins only, but for the sins of the whole world. Give us, O Lord, that lively faith, by whicli we shall see in the sufferings and death of the Son of God, a full satisfaction to ofiended justice, and in his glorious resurrection, a proof of the divinity of his nature, and an earnest of our future existence beyond the grave. Adorable Saviour, as our Passover, thou wast slain for us, and by thy death hast obtained for us freedom from Satan's yoke, and deliverance from the stroke of God's avenging sword ; mercifully grant unto us the gracious consequences of thy death, resurrection, and glory; that we may be transformed into thy divine image, and con- formed to thy law upon earth, and a,t length join the in- numerable multitude around the throne in singing, "Wor- ty is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honor, and glory, and blessing!" Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name : thy kingdom come : thy will be done, &c. PROMISE OF THE HOLY GHOST, Scconti Efjucstiao in t^e fWontl). iHorninfl. HYMN 42 . L. M. Ware. JESUS, we on| the words depend, Spoken by thee while present here,— The Father in my name shall send The Holy Ghost, the Comforter. That promise made to Adam's race, Now, Liord, in us, we pray, fulfil ; And give the Spirit of thy grace. To teach us all thy perfect will. That heaveniy Teacher of mankind, That Guide infallible, impart,— To bring thy sayings to our mind, And write them on each faithful heart. He only can the words apply, Through which we endless life possess ; And deal to each his legacy, — Our Lord's unutterable peace. H Y M N 43 . i. M. Compassion. LORD, we believe to us and ours The aposiolic promise given; We wait the pentecoslal powers, — The Holy Ghost sent down from heaveki Assembled here with one accord, Calmly we wail the promised grace,— The purchase of our dying Lord ; Come, Holy Ghost, and fill the place. If every one that asks may find, — If still thou dost on sinners fall,^ Come as a mighty rushing wind ; Great grace be now upon us all. Ah ! leave us not to mourn below, Or long for thy return to pine ; Now, Lord, llie Comforter bestow, Aad fix in us the Guest divine. Teacher. I will pour out my spirit upon you, I will make known my words unto you. Prov. i. 23. Scholars. I will pour water upon him that is thirsty, and floods upon the dry ground, I will pour my spirit upon thy seed, and my blessing upon thine oftspring. Isa. xliv. 3. Teach. And I will give them one heart, and I will put a new spirit within you, and I will take the stony heart out of their flesh, and will give them a heart of flesh : that they may walk in my statutes, and keep mine ordinances, and do them. Ezek. xi. 19, 20. ScHOL. And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye shall keep my judgments, and do them. Ezek. xxxvi. 27. Teach. And, behold I send the promise of my Fa- SECOND THURSDAY IN THE MOKTH. 89 Iher upon you; but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem until ye be endued with power from on high. Luke xxvii. 49. ScHOL. I will pour upon the house of David, and upon the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the spirit of grace and of supplication : and they shall look upon me whom they have pierced, and they shall mourn for him, as one thatmourneth for his only son, and shall be in bitterness for him, as one that is in bitterness for his first born. Zech. xii. 10. Teach. And it shall come to pass afterward, that I •will pour out my spirit upon all flesh ; and your sons and your daughters shall prophecy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions. Joel ii. 28. ScHOL. And also upon the servants and upon the hand- maids in those days will I pour out my spirit. Joel ii. 29. Teach. Therefore, being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, he hath shed forth this, which ye now Bee and hear. Acts ii. 33. ScHOL. This is my covenant with them, saith the Lord, my Spirit that is upon thee, and my words which 1 have put in thy mouth, shall not depart out of thy mouth, nor out of the mouth of thy seed, nor out of the mouth of thy seed's seed, saith the Lord, from hence- forth and forever. Isa. lix. 21. Teach. The Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said to you. John xiv. 26. ScHOL. When he, the Spirit of truth is come, he will guide you into all truth : for he shall not speak of him- self : but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak : and he will shew you things to come. John xvi. 13. Teach. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen. 2 Cor. xiii. 14. ~r 90 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. ^ God the Father, Son and Holy Ghost, the uncreated Jehovah! Thou art glorious in majesty and infinite in all thy perfections. Conscious of our own unworthiness we come to thee for pardon and acceptance through the merits and intercession of him, who is the way, the truth, and the life. God the Father, we adore thee as our Creator and Preserver. God the Son, we praise and give thanks unto thee as our Redeemer and Mediator. God the Holy Ghost, we bless thee as our Instructor, Comforter, and Sanctifier. Holy, blessed and glorious Trinity, three persons and one Gjd, we adore thee as the God of our salvation. Enter not into judgment with us, but jDardon our offences, blot out our transgressions from before thee, receive us graciously, and love us freely. Jesus, our Redeemer, we thank thee that after thy suf- fering humanity was exalted, thou didst promise to send the Holy Ghost to reprove the world of sin, of righteous- ness, and of judgment — the spirit of truth to guide us into all truth — the divine Instructor who should take of the things of God and show them unto us, and teach us all things — the blessed Comforter who amid the trials and afflictions of earth should pour into our hearts the peace of God which passeth all understanding. Spirit of God, descend with thy enlightening and sanc- tifying power. Open the eyes of our understanding to see our sinfulness by nature and our guilt by practice. Open our hearts to receive the truth, that they may be filled with the influences of thy heavenly grace, until we are washed and sanctified and justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God. We thank thee, heavenly Father, for thy merciful pro- tection during the night; we implore thy divine aid and assistance this day. Bless us in our studies, and in the discharge of all our duties ; and may the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with us all. Amen ! Our Father, &c. GIFT OF THE HOLY GHOST. HYMN 44. p. M. Solitude. SINNERS, lift up your hearts, To make an end of sin, The promise to receive ; And Satan's worK destroy, Jesua himself imparts, — He brings his kingdom in,— He comes in man to live: Peace, righteousness, and joy: The Holy Ghost to man is given ; The Holy Ghost to man is given ; Rejoice in God sent down from heaven. Rejoice in God sent down from heaven. Jesus is glorified, , From heaven he shall once more And gives the Comforter, Triumphantly descend. His Spirit, to reside And all his saints restore In all his members here ; To joys that never end : The Holy Ghost to man is given ; Then, then, when all cur joys are given, Rejoice in God sent down from heaven. Rejoice in God, rejoice in heaven. Teacher. Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh, is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit, is spirit. John iii. 5, 6. Scholars. God also hath given unto us his holy spirit. 1 Thess. iv. 8. Teach. The love of God is shed abroad in our hearts, by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us. Rom. v. 5. ScHOL. God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying Abba, Father. Gal. iv. 6. Teach. The God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Fa- ther of Glory, give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him. Eph. i. 17. ScnoL. Hereby we know that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his spirit. 1 John iv. 13. Teach. Seeing ye have purified your souls in obey- ing the truth through the spirit unto unfeigned love of the 91 92 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. brethren, see thai ye love one another with a pure heart fervently. 1 Peter i. 22. ScHOL. He that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen i 1 John iv. 21. Teach. This commandment have we from him. That he who loveth God, love his brother also. 1 John iv. 21. ScHOL. Hereby we know that he abideth in us, by the spii-it which he hath given us. 1 John iii. 24. Teach. But not as the offence, so also is the free gift. For if thilough the offence of one many be dead ; much more the grace of God, and the gift by grace, which is by one man, Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto many. Rom. V. 15. ScHOL. And not as it was by one that sinned, so is the gift : for the judgment was by one to condemnation ; but the free gift is of many offences unto justification. Rom. V. 16. Teach. God hath not given vis the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. 2 Tim. i. 7. ScHOL. There is no fear in love ; but perfect love casteth out fear : because fear hath torment. 1 John iv. 18. Teach. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love, dwelleth in God, and God in him. 1 John iv. 16. ScHOL. The flesh lusteth against the spirit, and the spirit lusteth against the flesh, and these are contrary the one to the other. Gal. v. 17. Teach. But if ye be led by the spirit, ye are not un- der the law. Gal. v. 18. ScHOL. God hath not called us unto uncleanness, but unto holiness. He therefore that despiseth, despiseth not man but God, who hath also given unto us his Holy Spirit. 1 Thess. iv. 7, 8. Teach. Cluench not the Spirit. Despise not pro- phecyings. Prove all things ; hold fast that which is good. Abstain from all appearance of evil. 1 Thess. iv. 19 20, 21, 22. SECOND THURSDAY IN THE MONTH. 93 God the Father, Son and Holy Ghost, we adore thee as the everlasting God. Father of mercies, thou hast created and preserved us, and crowned our lives with loving kind- ness and tender mercy. Make us obedient children, keep- ing thy commandments, and following thee all our days. Saviour of the world, thou hast redeemed us with thy precious blood as of a lamb without spot and blemish. Melt our hearts by thy dying love, that we may be the willing subjects of thy heavenly kingdom, which consists in righteousness and true holiness. Holy Spirit, thou art the God of all grace, the author of all the spiritual gifts and blessed influences that have enriched thy people and thy ministering servants. Thou hast been the inspiration of apostles and prophets, of evan- gelists and pastors, and teachers, for the perfecting of the saints, the work of the ministry, and the edifying of the body of Christ. "We thank thee, our Father and God, that the manifestations of the spirit is given to every man to profit withal — that it strives with his spirit to win him away from the world and woo him unto thee. Adored be thy name, that its influences have been felt upon our hearts — and although we have been undutiful children, unprofitable servants in thy sight, that it still continues to strive with us, after so many years of forgetfulness and sin. Take not, Lord, thy Holy Spirit from us, but may its convicting and converting power be manifested, till our reconciled God shall send the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying Abba, Father. Author of every good and perfect gift, we thank thee for the blessings of the day — for life and health, for food and raim.ent, and for the opportunities of becoming wiser and better. Mercifully protect and defend us during the night, and bring us at length to thine everlasting abode, to enjoy the blissful presence of the triune God, through our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen ! Our Father, who art, &c. FKUITS OF THE HOLY GHOST. Sccontr jFi'fDas fix tijc iHontt)- ittoininn. HYMN 45. p. : Little. HOLY Spirit ! Fount of blessing, Ever watchful ever kind; Thy celestial ^id possessing, Prison'd souls deliv'rance find. Seal of truth, and bond of union. Source of light, and flame of love, Symbol of divine communion. In the olive-bearing dove ; — Heavenly Quisle from paths of error. Comforter of raijids aistress'd,— When tlie billows fill with terror. Pointing to the ark of rest : Prom'sed Pletlge! Eternal Spirit! Greater tlian all git\s below, — May our hearts thy grace inherit: May our lips thy glories show. HYMN 46 . CM. Covington. COME, Holy Spirit, heavenly Dove, With all thy quick'ning powers : Kindle :» flame of sacred love In these cold beart£ of ours. Look how we grovel here below, Pond of these earthly toys ; Our souls, how heavily they go, To reach eternal joys. Father, and shall we ever live At this poor dying rate ; Our love so faint, so cold to thee. And thine to us so great ? Come, Holy Spirit, heavenly Dove, With all thy quick'ning powers ; Come, shed abroad a Saviour's love, And that shall kindJe ours. Teacher. There is therefore now no condemnation to them wliich are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the spirit. Rom. viii. 1. Scholars. For the law of the spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death. Rom. viii. 2. Teach. Ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ he is none of his. And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin ; but the Spirit is life because of righteousness. Rom. viii. 9, 10. ScHOL. The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God. Rom. viii. 16. Teach. For ye have not received the spirit of bond- age again to fear ; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. Rom. viii. 15. 94 SECOND TRIDAY IN THE MONTH. 95 ScHOL. As many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. Rom. viii. 14. Teach. If the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit thatdwelleth in you. Rom. viii. 11.. ScHOL. But ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God. 1 Cor. vi. 11. Teach. Every spirit that confesseth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh, is of God. 1 John iv. 2. ScHOL. God according to his mercy, saved us, by the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Ghost. Titus iii. 5. Teach. God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation, through sanctification of the Spirit, and belief of the truth. 2 Thess. ii. 13. ScHOL. For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness, and righteousness, and truth. Eph. v. 9. Teach. We through the Spirit wait for the hope of righteousness by faith. Gal. v. 5. ScHOL. If we live in the spirit, let us also walk in the spirit. Gal. v. 25. Teach. For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live. Rom. viii. 13. ScHOL. Therefore, brethren, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live after the flesh. Rom. viii. 12. » Teach. The fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, ^ng-suff*ering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance. Gal. v. 22. ScHOL. He that soweth to the flesh, shall of the flesh reap corruption : but he that soweth to the Spirit, shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. Gal. vi. 8. Teach. Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost. Rom. xv. 13. 96 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. God, the Father Almighty, ovir Creator and Benefactor, we adore thee as a God of grace ; thou art gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great compassion. God, the Son, our Redeemer, thou art a God of grace ; thou art full of grace and truth. God, the Holy Ghost, our Sanc- tifier, thou art a God of grace : thou art the spirit of grace and supplication. Glory to God in the highest, that lost sinners though we be, we are permitted to behold the Tri- une God shining in all the loveliness of mercy and grace Holy and divine Spirit, in approaching thy sacred ma- jesty, may we feel the necessity of thy sanctifying influ- ence upon our hearts. Pour upon us, we beseech thee, the dew of thy blessing, that our petitions to the throne of the heavenly grace may be offered in penitence and faith, in earnestness and love, that answers of peace may come to our waiting souls. Forbid, Lord, that any of us should ever grieve the spirit of God, whereby we are sealed unto redemption, or resist his gracious influence, but may our souls be purified in obeying the truth, through sanctification of the spirit, until in our words, and in our lives, the fruits of the spirit are manifested in love, joy, peace, long-suflTering, gentle- ness, goodness, faith, meekness and temperance. Pity, we beseech thee, our friends and relatives that are Still in the paths of sin ; open their minds to see that he that soweth to the flesh, shall of the flesh reap corruption, but he that soweth to the spirit, shall of the spirit reap life everlasting ; and may they fly to the only hope set before them in the gospel, the wounds of a crucified Re- deemer. God of our salvation, who makest the outgoings of the morning and evening to rejoice, we thank thee for the re- newal of life and light; as thou hast been our shade and defence through the night, be our sun and shield through the day, and save us for Christ's sake. Amen! Our,&c SOURCE OF WISDOIL ScconXi j?riTja,D iix tije i^ontl). IBbcninjj. HYMN 47. L. M. Rockingham. To us the voice of Wisdom cries, " Hearken, ye children, and be wise j Better than gold the fruit I bear, Rubies with me may not compare. " Happy the man who daily waits To he;ir me watching at my gates ; Wretched is he who scorns my voice, iDeatli and destruction are his choice. " To them that love me I am kind, And those who seek me early, fiuil ; My son, give me thine heart, and learn Wisdom from folly to discern. "Mark the beginning of my law, Fear ye the Lord with sacred awe ; Mark the fulfilment of the whole. Love ye the Lord with all yomr soul." HYMN 48. L. M. Mendon. GOD, in the gospel of his Son, Makes his eternal counsels known } 'Tis here his richest mercy shines. And truth is drawn in fairest lineS( Here sinners of an humble frame May taste his grace and learn his name ) *Tis shown in characters of blood, Severely just, immensely good. Here Jesus, in ten thousand ways, His soul-attracting charms displays ! Recounts his poverty and pains, And tells his love in melting strains. Wisdom its dictates here imparts. To form our minds, to cheer our hearts) Its influence makes tlie sinner live, It bids the drooping saint revive. Teacher. Wisdom is the principal thing ; therefore get wisdom : and with all thy getting get understanding. Prov. iv. 7. Scholars. For wisdom is better than rubies ; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it. Prov. viii. 11. Teach. Exalt her, and she shall promote thee : she shall bring thee to honor, when thou dost embrace her* She shall give to thy head an ornament of grace : a crown of glory shall she deliver to thee. Prov. iv. 8, 9. ScHOL. If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not ; and it shall be given him. James i. 5. Teach. The Lord giveth wisdom ; out of his mouth Cometh knowledge and understanding ; he layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous. Prov. ii. 6, 7. 9 97 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. ScHOL. For God giveth to a man that is good in his sight, wisdom, and knowledge, and joy. Eccl. ii 2G. Tkach. Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom ; and to depart from evil is understanding. Job. xxviii. 28. ScHOL. The fear of the Lord is to hate evil . pride and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate. Prov. vii. 13. Teach. Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom : I am understanding; I have strength. Pi-ov. vii. 14. ScHOL. Evil men understand not judgment ; but they that seek the Lord understand all things. Proverbs xxviii. 5. Teach. Then spake Jesus unto them, saying, I am the light of the world : he that followeth me, shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life. John viii. 12. ScHOL. Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward part ; and in the hidden part thou shall make me to know wis- dom. Ps. li. 6. Teach. Good and upright is the Lord, therefore will he teach sinners in the way. Ps. xxv. 8. ScHOL. He will teach us of his ways, and we will walk in his paths ; for out of Zion shall go forth the law, and the word of the Lord from Jerusalem. Is. ii. 3. Teach, Teach me, Lord, the way of thy statutes ; and I shall keep it unto the end. Ps. cxix. 33. ScHOL. I will instruct thee, and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go ; I will guide thee witli mine eye. Ps. xxxii. 8. Teach. Lead me in thy truth, and teach me ; for thou art the God of my salvation. Ps. xxv. 5. ScHOL. Teach me to do thy will ; for thou art my God ; thy spirit is good ; lead me into the land of up- rightness. Ps, cxliii, 10, Teach. My son, keep my words, and lay up my commandments with thee. Prov. vii. 1. SECOND FRIDAY IN THE MONTH. 99 draper. Almightt and omnipresent God, whose eyes are in every place, beholding the evil and the good ; we adore thee in thy omniscience, and with the Apostle would ex- claim, " the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God ! how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out I" Thou art the only wise God ; with thee there is under- standing, thou hast strength. We are fallen creatures, with darkened understanding, perverted judgment, and sensual affections. With the simplicity of children, we come to thee as Solomon did, and pray for wisdom ; Lord give us an understanding heart, and in the inward part make us to know wisdom. Open our eyes that we may see wondrous things in thy law ; and while we feel our lost condition by nature, give us to see the rich provision made for us in the gospel of thy Son, even the hidden mystery of godliness, God manifested in the flesh for the redemption of the world. As the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, teach us thy fear ; put within our hearts a filial fear of thee as our Father and God, and grant that fearing and loving thee, we may keep thy commandments. Most merciful Father, as this is eternal life, to know thee the only true God and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent, shine thou into our hearts, and give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. Divine Saviour! thou art the way, the truth, and the life. No man knoweth the Father but the Son, and he to whomsoever the Son will reveal him ; therefore we come to thee, and beseech thee ; show us the Father, even as a sin-pardoning God reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them. Thou art the Christ, the power of God and the wisdom of God ; lead us in thy truth, and teach us, for thou art the God of our salvation Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, &c. FRUITS OF WISDOM, /Scconti SaturtJaD m tljc iWontl). iJHorninfl- HYMN 49. L. M. Brooklyn. WISDOM divine ! who tells the price Of wisdom's costly merchandise ? Wisdom to silver we prefer, And gold is dross compared to her. Her hands are fiUM with length of days, True riches, and immortal praise,— Riches of Christ on all bestow'd. And honor tliat descends from God. To purest joys she all invites, — Chaste, holy, spiritual delights ; Her waM are ways of pleasantness, And all her flowery paths are peace. Jappy the man who wisdom gair.s ; I'hrice happy, who his guest retains : He owns, and shall forever own. Wisdom, and Christ, and heaven are one HYMN 50. CM. Balerma. O HAPPy is the man who he.trs Religion's warning voice, And who celesii d wisdom makes Kis early, only choice. For she has treasures greater far Than east or west unfold ; More precious are her bright rewards Than gems or stores of gold. Her right hand offers to the just Immortal, happy days ; Her left imperishable wealth And heavenly crowns displays. And as her holy labors rise. So her rewards increase : Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths ore peace. Teacher. My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee : so that thou in- cline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thy heart to un- derstanding ; yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding ; if thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures ; then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God. Prov. ii. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Scholars. For the Lord giveth wisdom : out of his mouth Cometh knowledge and understanding. He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous : he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly. He keepeth the paths of judg- ment, and preserveth the way of his saints. Prov. ii. 6, 7, 8. Teach. Then shalt thou understand righteousness, 100 SECOND SATURDAY IN THE MONTH. lOl and judgment, and equity ; yea, every good path. Pro v. ii. 9. ScHOL. When wisdom entereth into thy heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul ; discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee. Prov. ii. 10, 11. Teach. Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. Prov. iii. 13. ScHOL. For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold. Prov. iii. 14. Teach. She is more precious than rubies ; and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her. Prov. iii. 15. ScHOL. Length of days is in her right hand ; and in her left hand riches and honor. Prov. iii. 16. Teach. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. Prov. iii. 17. ScHOL. She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her : and happy is every one that retaineth her. Prov. iii. 18. Teach. The Lord by wisdom hath founded the earth ; by understanding hath he established the heavens. Prov. iii. 19. ScHOL. By his knowledge the depths are broken up, and the clouds drop down the dew. Prov. iii. 20. Teach. My son, let not them depart from thine eyes : keep sound wisdom and discretion. Prov. iii. 21. Schol. So shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck. Prov. iii. 22. Teach. Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble. Prov. iii. 23. Schol. When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid : yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet. Prov. iii. 24. Teach. For the Lord shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken. Prov. iii. 26. 9* 102 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Almighty and most mercifvil God, we adore thee as the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness nor shafkfw of turning ; who alone hast immortality, dwelling in the light which no man can approach unto. We praise thee for the light of reason, though darkened by the Fall, and for the light of conscience, though dimmed by sin ; we bless thee for the light of revelation in which thou art made known as a God of love and mercy. give us the light of thy grace, whereby we may serve thee acceptably, t^ith reverence and godly fear upon earth ; and grant, we tj'eseech thee, that we may be made partakers of the light of thy glory in heaven. Holy and divine Spirit, thou art a spirit of wisdom ; thou searchest all things, even the deep things of God. As the natural man receiveth not the things of God, nei- ther can he know them, because they are spiritually dis- cerned, do thou open our minds to receive those spiritual doctrines which are taught in the scriptures, and incline our hearts to embrace those spiritual blessings which are offered in the gospel ; and may the word of Christ dwell in us richly in all wisdom. Blessed Saviour, thou art the great Teacher; in thee are the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. We would be thy disciples; we would learn of thee who art meek and lowly in heart. give us that wisdom, which is from above, which is first pure then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy, that men may take knowledge of us that we have been with Jesus. Bless us and direct us this day, in our studies ; may we regard all human learning as valuable, only as it leads to the knowledge of thee ; and as the wisdom of this world passeth away, may we count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus our Lord, Amen ! Our Father who art in heaven, &c. THE HOLY SCKIPTURES. SccontJ SatuftiaD in tlje faontt). Hbcninfl. HYMN 51. P.I IVilmot HOLY Bible! book divine! Precious treasure ! thou an mine ! Mine to tell me whence I came ; Mine, to teach me what I am. Mine, to chide me when I rove ; Mine, to show a Saviour's love ; Mine art thou to guide my feet, Mine, to judge, condemn, acquit. Mine, to comfort in distress. If the Holy Spirit bless; Mine, to show by living faith Man can triumph over deadi. Mine, to tell of joys to come. And the rebel sinner's doom ; O thou precious book divine ! Precious treasure! thou art mine ! HYMN 52. c. SI. Conway, BEFORE thy mercy seat, O Lord, Behold, thy seivants stand, To ask the knowledge of thy word, The guidance of thy hand. Let thy eternal truths, we pray, Dwell richly ii each heart ; That from the safe and narrow way We never may depart. Lord, from thy word remove tlie seal, Unfold its hidden store : And aa we hear, O may we feel lis value more and more. Help us to see the Saviour's love Beaming from every page ; And let the thouglits of joy above Our inmost souls engage. Teacher. Search the Scriptures, for in them ye think ye have eternal Hfe ; and they are they which testify of me. John v. 39. Scholars. The Holy Scriptures are able to make thee wise unto salvation, through faith wliich is in Christ Je- sus. 2 Tim. iii. 15. Teach. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. 2 Tim. iii. 16. ScHOL. That the man of God may be perfect, tho- roughly furnished unto all good works. 2 Tim. iii. 17. Teach. No prophecy of the scripture is of any pri- vate interpretation. For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man : but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. 2 Pet. i. 20. ScKOL. Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear 103 104 MAirtTAL OF DEVOTION'. the words of this prophecy, and keep those things whicTi are wi-itten therein. Rev. i. 3. Teach. For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper tlian any two-edged sword, piercing even to the^ividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and in- tents of the heai't. Heb. iv. 12. ScHOL. For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and retumeth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud,tliat it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater ; so shall my word be, that goeth forth out of my mouth ; it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which 1 please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. Is. Iv. 10, 11. Teach. Thy v^ord is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Ps. cxix. 105. ScHOL. Every word of God is pure : he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him. Pro v. xxx. 5. Teach. Thy word is very pure : therefore thy ser- vant loveth it. Ps. cxix-. 140. ScHOL. The gi-ass withereth, the flower fadeth : but the word of our God sliall stand forever. Isa. vi. 8. Teach. Thy word is true from the beginning; and every one of thy righteous judgments endureth forever. Ps. cxix. 160. ScHOL. This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth, but thou shall nieditate therehi day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein : For then thou shall make thy way pros- perous, and then thou shall have good success. Josh. i. 8. Teach. Unless thy law had been my delight, I should then have perished in mine affliction. Ps. cxix. 92. ScHOL. Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sin- ners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. Ps. i. 1. Teach. But his delight is in the law of the Lord ; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. Ps. i. 2. SECOND SATURDAY IN THE MONTH. 105 33 rawer. Almighty God, our heavenly Father, we bless thee for thy goodness in our creation, for thy mercy in our pre- servation, and for thy matchless love in our redemption. We thank thee for the ordinances of religion, and for aJl the means of grace with which Uiou hast favored us. We bless and give thanks unto thee for the volume of inspira- tion in which thou hast made a revelation of thy will ; we praise thee that whatsoever things were written aforetime, were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope. Make us sensible that all scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteovisness ; and grant that we may prove by blessed experience, that the Holy Scriptures are able to make us wise unto salvation, through faith which is in Christ Jesus. Inspire our hearts with increasing veneration for thy word; may we reverence its mysteries, admire its doc- trines, and obey its precepts. Amid the darkness of our earthly pilgrimage, may it be a lamp unto our feet^ and a light unto our path ; in the perplexities of life may it be the man of our counsel; amid the cares and discourage- ments of our terrestrial estate, may its exceeding great and precious promises be the comfort of our souls; and in all the chances and changes of this mortal life, may its ever- lasting truths be as an anchor both sure and steadfast, and that entereth within the veil. Accompany thy word this day, wherever it is read or preached, with the divine energy of its author, and grant that it may be both quick and powerful — quick to impart spiritual life, and powerful to subdue and destroy the cor- ruptions of our sinful nature. Fill with the Holy Ghost those engaged in its study, bless the missionary who bears its light and truth to the benighted heathen, and fill the whole earth with the knowledge of the Lord. Our, &c. THE TEN COMMAKDMENTS. a:t)irtJ SunUa.!) in t!)e piontf). ittorntiifl. H Y M N 53. CM. H Y M N 54. s. M. Dedham. Watchman. THY law is perfect, Lord of light ; HOW perfect k thy word. Thy tesliraonies sure; Thy judgments all are just: The statutes of thy realm are ri^ht. And ever in thy promise, Lord, And thy commandments pure. May man securely uust. Let these, O God, my soul convert, 1 hear thy word in love ;— And make thy servant wise ; In faith thy word obey ; Let these be gladness to my ears— O send thy Spirit from above, The dayspring to mine eyes. To teaeh me. Lord, thy way. By these may I be warn'^d betimes; Thy counsels all are plain, Who knows the guile within ? Thy precepts all are pure ; Lord, save me from presumptuous crimes-. And long as heaves and earth remaia^ Cleanse me from secret sm. Thy tr-jib shall still endiire. So may the words ray lips express, — O may my soul, with joy, The thoughis that throng my mW,— Trust in thy faithful word , O Lord, my strength and righteousness. Be it through life my glad employ. With thee acceptance find. To keep thy precepts. Lord. Teacher. God spake these words, and said, I am the Loi'd thy God : Thou shalt have none other gods but me. Exod. xx. 1, 2, 3. Scholars. Lord, have mercy upon us, and give us grace to keep this law. Teach. Thou shalt not make to thyself any graven image, nor the likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or in the earth beneath, or in the water under the earth. Thou shalt not bow down to them, nor worship them : For I, the Lord thy God am a jealous God ; and visit the sins of the fathers upon the children, unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me ; and show mei-cy unto thousands of them that love me, and keep my commandments. Exod. xx. 4, 5, 6. ScHOL. Lord, have mercy upon us, and give us grace to keep this law. 106 THIRD SUNDAY IN THE MONTH. 107 Teach. Thou shall not take the name of the Lord thy God in vein : For the Lord will not hold him guilt- less that taketh his name in vain. Exod. xx. 7. ScHOL, Lord, have mercy upon us, and give u,s grace to keep this law. Teach. Remember that thou keep holy the Sabbath- day. Six days shalt thou labor, and do all that thou hast to do ; but the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God. In it thou shalt do no manner of work ; thou, and thy son, and thy daughter, thy man-servant, and thy maid-servant, thy cattle, and the stranger that is within thy gates. For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day ; wherefore the Lord blessed the seventh day and hallowed it. Exod. xx. 8, 9, 10, 11. ScHOL. Lord, have mercy upon us, and give us grace to keep this law. Teach. Honor thy father and thy mother ; that thy days may be long in the land which the Lord thy God giveththee. Exod. xx. 12. Schol, Lord, have mercy upon us, &c. Teach. Thou shalt not kill. Exod. xx. 13. Schol. Lord, have mercy upon us, &c. Teach. Thou shalt not commit adultery. Exod. xx. 14. Schol. Lord, have mercy upon us, &c. Teach. Thou shalt not steal. Exod, xx. 15, Schol, Lord, have mercy upon us, &c. Teach. Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor. Exod. xx. 16. Schol. Lord, have mercy upon us, &c. Teach. Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's wife, nor his ser- vant, nor his maid, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is his. Exod. xx. 17. Schol. Lord, have mercy upon us, and write all these thy laws in our hearts, we beseech thee. t08 MANUAL OF DEV0TI05. Lord of hosts, God of Israel, that dwellest between the Cherubim ; there is no God beside thee. We adore thee as the one true God. Thou art the God, even thou alone, of all the kingdoms of the earth; for thou hast made the heavens and the earth, and the inhabitants thereof. Thou hast established thy throne in the heavens, and thy kingdom ruleth over all. We bless thee that justice and judgment are the habitation of thy throne, and that thy law is holy, just and good ; in accordance with the divine attributes, and the nature and necessities of man. Yet we have to confess, Lord our God, other lords have had dominion over us, and that we have loved the creature more than the Creator. Pardon our past folly and sinful- ness, and open our eyes to behold the Lord our God in all the majesty and glory of his attributes, that knowing him, we may reverence his character, love his excellence, and keep his commandments. Forbid that we should take the name of the Lord our God in vain, but give us, we beseech thee, a profound veneration for it, and for evei-y tnmg on which it is en- stamped — for thy revealed wora, f'or thy blessed sacra- ments, and for the temple wherein thou hast recorded thy name, and where thine honor dwelleth. May we ever remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy; may we call it a delight, the holy of the Lord honorable. Give us grace suitably to honor our father and our mother ; make us subject to all in authority over us, respectful to our su- periors, and meek, gentle, courteous and affable unto all men. Purge our hearts from enxy, hatred and malice, and from all impure and inordinate desires ; and keep us from all injustice, evil-speaking and covetousness, that we may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God without rebuke; and grant, oh Lord, that we may cherish in our hearts, and exhibit in our lives, the principles both of the law and the prophets, by loving the Lord our God with all our heart, and our neighbor as ourselves. Amen! BLESSINGS OF OBEDIENCE. ZWO SuntiaA? in ti)e ^ontt). SEbening. H Y M N 55. CM. H Y M N 56. c. M. EgremonU Germany. O THAT the Lord would guide my ways, LORD, I esteem thy judgments right, To keep his statutes still ! Aod all thy statutes just ; O that my God would grant me grace, Thence I maintain a constant fight To know and do his will. With ev'ry flait'ring lust. O send thy Spirit down— to write Thy precepts often I survey ; Thy law upon ray heart ! I keep thy law in sight, Nor let ray tongue indulge deceit, Through all the business of the day. Nor act the liar's part. To form my actions right. From vanity turn off my eyes ; My heart, in midnight silence criee, Let no corrupt dreign, ' How sweet Iby comforia be !' Nor covetous desires, arise My thoughts in holy wonder rise, Within this soul of mine. And bring their thanks to thee. Older my footsteps by thy word. And when my spir t drinks her fill. And make my heart sincere : At some good word of thine, Let sin have no dominion, Lord; Not mighty men, that share the epoO, But keep my conscience clear. Have joys conipar'd to mine. Teacher. And it shall come to pa.ss, if thou shalt hearken diligently unto the voice of the Lord thy God, to observe and to do all his commandments which I com- mand thee this day : that the Lord thy God will set thee on high above all nations of the earth. Deut. xxviii. 1. Scholars. And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto ihe voice of the Lord thy God. Deut. xxviii. 2. Teach. Blessed shalt thou be in the city, and blessed shalt thou be in the field. Deut. xxviii. 3. ScHOL, Blessed shall be the fruit of thy body, and the fruit of thy ground, and the fruit of thy cattle, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep. Deut.. xxviii. 4. Teach. Blessed shall be thy basket and thy storOi- Deut. xxviii. 5. 10 109 110 MANUAL OF DETOTION. ScKOL. Blessed shalt thou be when thou comest in, and blessed shalt thou be when thou goest out. Deut. xxviii. 6. Teach. The Lord shall cause thine enemies that rise up against thee to be smitten before thy face : they shall come out against thee one way, and flee before thee seven ways. Deut. xxviii. 7. ScHOL. The Lord shall command the blessing upon thee in thy store-houses, and in all that thou settest thy hand unto : and he shall bless thee in the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. Deut. xxviii. 8. Teach. The Lord shall establish thee a holy people unto himself, as he hath sworn unto thee, if thou shalt keep the commandments of the Lord thy God, and walk in his ways. Deut, xxviii. 9. ScHOL. And all people of the earth shall see that thou art called by the name of the Lord ; and they shall be afraid of thee. Deut. xxviii. 10. Teach. And the Lord shall make thee plenteous in goods, in the fruit of thy body, and in the fruit of thy cattle, and in the fruit of thy ground, in the land which the Lord sware unto thy fathers to give thee. Deut. xxviii. IL ScHOL. The Lord shall open unto thee his good trea- sure, the heaven to give the rain unto thy land in his season, and to bless all the work of thy hand : and thou shalt lend unto many nations, and thou shalt not borrow. Deut. xxviii. 12. Teach. And the Lord shall make thee the head, and not the tail ; and thou shalt be above only, and thou shalt not be beneath ; if that thou hearken unto the command- ments of the Lord thy God, which I command thee this day, to observe and to do them. Deut. xxviii. 13. ScHOL. And thou shalt not go aside from any of the words which I command thee this day, to the right hand or to the left, to go after other gods to serve them. Deut. xxviii. 14. THIRD SUNDAY IN THE MONTH. Ill Almighty and eternal Jehovah, maker of heaven and earth : thou art the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords, God over all, blessed forever. Thou art our rightful legislator and ruler ; for thou art en- titled to the love and obedience of all the intelligences thou hast formed. We thank thee for the divine precepts which thou hast given us, and for all the blessings which our land and nation, and the world at large, have derived from tliera wherever they have prevailed. We praise and give thanks unto thee, for the saving influences of the gospel, and its precious ordinances. Extend the knowledge of thy law, and the invitations of the gospel to the uttermost parts of the earth, and hasten the day when the kingdoms of this world shall become the kingdoms of the Lord and of his Christ. We come before thee, our Father and our God, under a sense of our unworthiness, and acknowledging our mani- fold transgressions of thy righteous laws ; for the carnal mind is enmity towards God ; it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. Pardon our past offences, most merciful God, and write thy laws, we beseech thee, upon the table of our hearts. Teach us to love them be- cause they are righteous and holy, more to be desired than gold, yea than much fine gold ; sweeter than honey and the honey-comb. Holy and gracious Spirit, impart thy saving influences to enlighten our minds, and to direct and sanctify both oiir hearts and bodies in the ways of thy law and in the works of thy commandments ; and grant that while, with filial love, we yield obedience to the precepts of our heavenly Father, we may regard them, not as a covenant of works, but as a rule of life in the hands of a Mediator, through whom alone we are to expect pardon and acceptance; and may we find that in keeping of them there is great reward, even thy favor in time, and thy salvation in eternity. REPENTANCE. 2:f)irtJ i^^rtontiaw m tlje fHontl). iHormnfl. HYMN 57. p. M. Hotham. SINNERS, turn; why will ye die? God, your Maker, asks you why 7 God, who did your being give, Made you for himself to live; He the fatal cause demands ; Asks the work of his own hands,— Why, ye thankless creatures, why Will ye cross his love and die 7 Sinners, turn ; why will ye die 1 God, your Saviour, asks you why 7 He, who did your souls retrieve, Died himself, that ye might live. Will ye let him die in vain? Crucify your Lord again? Why, ye ransora'd sinners, why Will ye slight his grace, ami die. HYMN 58. P. M. Otlo. SINNERS, turn, while God is near ; Dale not think him insincere : Now, e'en now, your Saviour stands; All day long he spreads his hands; Cries,— Ye will not happy be ; No, ye will not come to me,— Me who life to none deny : Why will ye resolve to die ? Turn, he cries, ye sinners, turn: By his life, your God hath sworn He would have you turn and live; He would all the world receive. If your death were his delight, Would he you to life invite? Would he ask, beseech and cry,— Why will ye resolve to die? Teacher. Thus saith the Lord of Hosts, turn ye unto me, and I will turn unto you. Zech. i. 3. Scholars, If ye do return unto the Lord with all your hearts, and prepare your hearts unto the Lord, and serve him only, he will deliver you. 1 Sam. vii. 3. Teach. For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord God ; wherefore turn your- selves, and live ye. Ezek. xviii. 32. ScHOL. Repent, and turn yourselves from all your transgressions, so iniquity shall not be your ruin. Ezek. xviii. 30. Teach. Therefore also now, saith the Lord, turn ye, even to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning. Joel ii. 12. ScHOL. Let the wicked forsake his way, and the un- righteous man his thoughts ; and let him return unto the 112 THIRD MONDAY IN THE MONTH. 113 Lord, and he will have mercy upon him, and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. Isa. Iv. 7. Teach. As I live, saith the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live. Turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways, for why will ye die, house of Israel. Ezek. xxxiii. 11. ScHOL. If the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and ri,2:ht, he shall surely live, he shall not die. Ezek. xviii. 21. Teach. Thus saith the Lord ; behold, I frame evil against you, and devise a device against you ; return ye now every one from his evil way, and make your ways and your doings good. Jer. xviii. 11. ScHOL. Come and let us return unto the Lord, for he hath torn, and he will heal us, he hath smitten, and he will bind us up. Hos. vi. 1. Teach. Israel, return unto the Lord thy God, for thou hast fallen by thine iniquity, take with you words, and turn to the Lord, say unto him, take away all ini- quity, and receive us graciously. Hos. xiv. 1, 2. ScHOL. Turn us, God of our salvation, and cause thine anger towards us to cease. Ps. Ixxxv. 4. Teach. I will heal their backsliding, I will love them freely, for mine anger is turned away from him. Hos. xvi. 4. ScHOL. The times of this ignorance God winked at, but now commandeth all men every where, to repent. Acts xvii. 30. Teach. Repent, and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ, for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. Acts ii. 38. Schol. Repent therefore of this thy wickedness, and pray God, if perhaps the thought of thine heart may be forgiven thee. Acts viii. 22. ^ 10* 114 MANUAL OF DEVOTIOK. Almighty and eternal Jehovah, the great and dreadful God, keeping covenant with those that obey thy com- mandments ; we bless thee, that thou art also tlie Lord God, merciful and gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, keeping mercy for thousands, for- giving iniquity, transgression and sin. We would confess our unworthiness before thee, for we have all sinned and have committed iniquity, and have done wickedly, and have rebelled, even by departing from thy precepts and thy judgments. Righteousness belongeth, Lord, unto thee, but unto us confusion of faces, because of the tres- passes wherewith we have trespassed against thee. We praise thee, that although we have sinned against thee, Christ has died for our sins, and has been exalted as a Prince and a Saviour, to give repentance unto Israel and remission of sins. Give us, therefore, we beseech thee, a penitent sense of all our sins, the follies of our childhood, and the transgressions of our riper years, and may we mourn over them with that godly sorrow which worketh repentance unto salvation. To the Lord our God belong mercies and forgiveness, though we have rebelled against him, and have not obeyed the voice of the Lord our God to walk in his ways, and to observe his laws; therefore, Lord, we come before thee and beseech thee for all thy righteousness, let thine anger be turned away, pardon our sins, and lift upon us the light of thy reconciled countenance and give us peace. Lord, incline thine ear, and hearken to the prayer of thy servants and their supplications, which we do not present before thee for our righteousness, but for thy great mercies in Christ Jesus ; hear us, Lord, and forgive us through the merits and mediation of thy Son our Re- deemer. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy nome : thy kingdom come: thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven: give us this day our daily bread: &c. NATURE OF FAITH. mjiVO ^ontJau fn tlje ^Hontlj. Hucninfl. HYMN 59 . s. w Flint. FAITH— 'tis a preci us gift, Where'er il is bestowed ; It boasts a high celestial birth, And is ihe gift of God. Jeans it owns as King, Anil all-atoning Priest ; It claims I'.o merit of its own, But looks for all in Christ. To him it leads the soul, When fil'ed with deep distress: Flies to the foumain of his blood. And trusts his righieoiisness. Since 'lis thy work alone. And that divinely free, Lord, send the Spirit of thy Son To work tliis t'iiith in me. H YMN 60. c. M. Woodland. MISTAKEN souls! that drearn of heaven, And make their empty bo;\st Of inward joys, and sins forgiven, While lliey are slaves to lust. Vain are our fancies, airy flighlj. If faith be cold and dead ; None but a living power unitra To Christ, the living Head. Tis fnith ihat changes all the heart, 'Tis faith that works by love, That bids all sinful joys depart, And lifts the thoughts above. 'Tis faith that conquers earth and heJl, By a celestial power ; This is the grace that shall prevail In the decisive hour. Teacher. Without faith it is impossible to please God. Heb. xi. 6. Scholars. By grace are ye saved, through faith ; and that not of y<^urselves ; it is the gift of God. Eph, ii. 8. Teach. We having the same spirit of faith, accord- ing as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spo- ken ; we also believe, and therefore .speak. 2 Cor. iv. 13. ScHOL. The scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ, might be given to them that believe. Gal. iii. 22. Teach. Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law ; that we might receive the promise of the Spirit through faith. Gal. iii. 13, 14. ScHOL. We through the spiiit wait for the hope of righteousness by faith. Gal. v. 5. Teach. Continue in the faith, grounded and settled, and 115 116 MANUAL OP DEVOTION. be not moved away from the hope of the gospel, which ye have heard. Col. i. 23. ScHOL. Let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our fiiith ; who for the joy that was set before him, en- dured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. Heb. xii. 1, 2. Teach. Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ. Eph. iv. 13. ScHOL. The law was our schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith. Gal. iii. 24. Teach. But that no man is justified by the law in the sight of God, it is evident: for. The just shall live by faith. Gal. iii. 11. ScHOL. Being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Rom. v. 1. Teach. Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the i-emission of sins that are past, through the forbear- ance of God. Rom. iii. 25. ScHOL. He that believeth and is baptized, shall be saved ; but he that believeth not, shall be damned. Mark xvi. 16. Teach. Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ, is born of God : and every one that loveih him that begat, loveth him also that is begotten of him. 1 John v. 1. Schol. For whatsoever is born of God, overcometh the world : and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Sun of God.' 1 John v. 4, 5. Teach. As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him : rooted and built up in him, and established in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving. Coloss. ii. 6, 7. THIRD MOXDAV IN THE MONTH. 117 leaser. Father of all our mercies and God of all grace, we would assemble around the altar of prayer, and offer up our evening sacrifice of thanksgiving and praise for the blessings of the day, and for the loving-kindness and ten- der mercy that have crowned our past existence. For all thy benefits make us unfeignedly thankful, and may we evince our love and gratitude by walking in thy v.aysand keeping thy commandments. Almighty and eternal Jehovah, thou art a Spirit, and they who would worship thee, must wonship thee in spirit and in truth. As faith is the principle and means of edl vital godliness, give us that faith without which it is im- possible to please God — the faith which is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen — the faith which works by love, which purifie-s the heart, and is productive of good works. Lord, in coming before thee, this evening, we desire to draw near with a true heart, and in full assurance of faith. Give us a living faith in thee ; faith in thy love, faith in thy providence, faith in thy word, and in its pre- cious promises, that we may commit the keeping of our souls unto thee in well doing, as unto a fdithful Creator. Make us, Lord, we beseech thee, rich in faith ; make us strong in faith ; may we live by faith ; may we walk by faith and not by sight ; and may we add to our faith virtue, and to virtue knowledge, and to knowledge tem- perance, and to temperance patience, and to patience god- liness, and to godliness brotherly kindness, and to broth- erly kindness charity, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a per- fect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name: thy kingdom come: thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven: give us this day our daily bread ; &c. HISTORICAL EXAMPLES OF FAITH. E\)ix\i a:uesUaD fix ti)e Jiionti). I^orninfl. HYMN 61. CM. HYMN 62. l. M. Sloneville. All Saints. FAITH is the brightest evidence 'TIS by the faith of joys to come Of tilings beyond our sight; We walk through deserts dark as nights It pierces through the veil of sense, Till we arrive at heaven, our boine, And dwells in heavenly light. Faith is our guide, and faith our light It sets time past in present view, The want of sight she well supplies, Brings distant prospects home, She makes the penrly gates appear ; Of things a thousand years ago. Far into distant worlds she pries, Or thousand years to come. And brings eternal glories near. By faith we know the world was made Cheerful we tread the desert through, . By God's almighty word : While faith inspires a heavenly ray, We know the heavens and earth shall fade, Though lions roar, and tempests blow, And be again restored. And rocks and dangers fill the way. Abra'm obeyed the Lord's command, So Abra'm, by divine command, From his own country driven ; Left bis own house to walk with God ; By faith he sought a promised land. His faith beheld the promised land; But found his rest in heaven. And fired his zeal along the road. Teacher. By faith Abel offered unto God a more ex- cellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts : and by it he, being dead, yet speaketh. Heb. xi. 4. Scholars. By faith Enoch was translated, that he should not see death : and was not found, because God had translated him : for before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God. Heb. xi. 5. Teach. By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house. Heb. xi. 7. ScHOL. By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an in- heritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went. Heb. xi. 8. 118 THIRD TUESDAY IN THE MONTH. 119 Teach. By faith he sojourned in the land of promise, as in a strange country, dwelling in tabernacles with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise : for he looked for a city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God, Heb. xi. 9, 10. ScHOL. By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac ; and he that had received the promises, offered up his only-begotten son, of whom it was said. That in Isaac shall thy seed be called. Heb. xi. 17, 18. Teach. Accounting that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead ; from whence also he received him in a figure. Heb. xi. 19. ScHOL. By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau con- cerning things to come. Heb. xi. 20. Teach. By faith, Jacob, when he was a dying, blessed both the sons of Joseph ; and worshipped, leaning upon the top of his staff. Heb. xi. 21. ScHOL. By faith Joseph, when he died, made mention of the dejiarting of the children of Israel ; and gave com mandment concerning his bones. Heb. xi. 22. Teach. By faith Moses, when he was born, was hid three months of his parents, because they saw he was a proper child. Heb. xi. 23 ScHOL. By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter ; choos- ing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasure of sin for a season. Heb. xi. 24, 25. Teach. By faith he forsook Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king : for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible. Heb. xi. 27. ScHOL. By faith they passed through the Red Sea as by dry land : which the Egyptians assaying to do, were drowned. Heb. xi. 29. Teach. And these all, having obtained a good report through faith, received not the promise : God having pro- vided some better thing for us, that they without us should not be made perfect. Heb. xi. 39, 40. 120 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Holy Spirit of Grace, while we approach the altar of prayer, breathe upon us thy blessed influences, that in the exercise of a living faith, we may come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in every time of need. We thank thee, Lord, for all the means of grace, and especially for thy word, and for the many bright exam- ples it contains of the saints of God, who through faith wrought righteousness and obtained the promises, who out of weakness were made strong, and were persecuted but not foi-saken, cast down but not destroyed; and who, pilgrims and strangers upon earth, looked for a city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God. Inspire us with a holy zeal to emulate their active vir- tues and their gentle graces. Give us the vigorous faith of Abraham and Moses, the burning zeal of Paul, and the fervent love of John ; and seeing we also are encompassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, help us to lay aside every weight and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and to run, with patience, the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith. Amid the afflictions of life, may we remember that no sorrows are like unto his sorrows ; amid the revilings of the ungodly, may we consider him that endured such con- tradiction of sinners against himself ; and while but stran- gers and sojourners upon earth, as all our fathers were, may we declare plainly that we seek a better country, even an heavenly. Amid the cares and labors of earth, when heart and flesh faint and fail us, may we feel that although our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day; and in the ravages of disease, and in prospect of the decay of our mortal nature under the curse, "Dust thou art and unto dust thou shall return," enable us by faith to exclaim, " We know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." PAITH IN GOB. ^YjitXi ^Tuestiap in tlje ^Hontlj. libcninfl- HYMN 63. c. M. Ortonville. FATHER of Jesus Christ, my Lord, My Saviour and my Head, I tnul in thee, whose powerful word Hath raised him from the dead. ITjou know'st for my offence he died, And rose again for me, Tally and freely justified, That I might live to thee. Eternal life to all mankind Thou hast ia Jesus given ; And all who seek, in him shaLl find The happiness of heaven. Faith, mielity fa:th the promise sees, And looks to that alone, Laaghs at impossibilities. And cries "It shall be done!" H Y M N 64. p. M. Nashville. FATHER of Jesus Christ, the Just, My Friend and Advocate with thee, Pity a soul that fain would trust In him who lived and died for me: But only thou canst make him known, And in my heart reveal thy Son. If drawn by thy alluring grace, My want of living f iih I feel, Show me in Christ thy smiling face, VVhat flesh and blood can ne'er reveal, Thine all-redeeming Son display, And call my djirknesa into day. The gift unspeakable impart, Command the light of faith to shine, To shine in my dark, drooping heart, And fill me wiiii the life divine; Kow bid the new creation be, O God, let there be faith in met Teacher. Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. But without faith it is impossible to please God. Heb. xi. 1, 6. Scholars. For he that cometh to God, must believe that he is, and that he is a reward er of them that dih- gently seek him. Heb. xi. 6. Teach. Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear. Heb. xi 3. ScHOL. This is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. 1 John v. 4. Teach. Verily, verily, I say unto you, he that hear- eth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, iiath ev- erlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation. John V 24 11 121 122 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. ScHOL. Ye are my witnesses, saith the Lord, and my servants whom 1 have chosen, that ye may know anc^ believe me, and understand that 1 am he. Isa. liii. 10. Teach. Believe in the Lord your God, so shall ye be established. 2 Chron. xx. 20. SciioL. And Jesus answering, saith unto them, Have faith in God. For verily I say unto you. That whoso- ever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea ; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass ; he shall have whatsoever he saith. Mark xi. 22, 23. Teach. For what if some did not believe ? shall their unbehef make the faith of God without effect? Rom. iii. 3. ScHOL. God forbid : yea, let God be true, but every man a liar ; as it is written, That thou mightest be jus- tified in thy sayings, and mightest overcome when thou art judged. Rom. iii. 4. Teach. If we receive the witness of men, the witness of God is greater : for this is the witness of God which he hath testified of his Son. 1 John v. 9. ScHOL. He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself : he that believeth not God, hath made him a liar, because he believeth not the recoi-d that God gave of his Son. 1 John v. 10. Teach. And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life : and this life is in his Son. He that hath the Son, hath life : and he that hath not the Son of God, hath not life. 1 John v. 11, 12. ScHOL. Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the Lord his God : which made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that therein is : which keepeth truth forever. Ps. cxlvi. 5, 6. Teach. The Lord shall reign forever, even thy God, Zion, unto all genei-ations. Praise ye the Lord. Ps. cxlvi. 10. THIRD TUESDAY IN THE MONTH. 123 Almighty and eternal Jehovah ! it is but the fool that has said in his heart, There is no God. Thy existence is written in the volume of nature, and upon the fleshly ta- bles of the heart. The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament showeth his handiwork. In approach- ing thy throne, we believe that thou art, and that thou art the rewarder of them that diligently seek thee. Help us to feel, thou art our hope, Loi'd God : thou art our trust from our youth. Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, we adore thee as the one almighty and eternal God. Thou art righteous in all thy works, and faithful in all thy ways. Thy righteousness is like the great mountains; thy judgments are a great deep. Thy mercy is in the heavens, and thy faithfulness reacheth unto the clouds. Thou art faithful in the fulfil- ment of the conditions of the covenant of grace ; thou art faithful in the fulfilment of the promises of thy word, and in the fulfilment of the promises of thy mercy and truth. We adore thee, Lord, as the great and dreadful God, keeping covenant and mercy with them that love thee, and them that keep thy commandments. Thou art our Creator and preserver, and divine legislator. We thank thee that thou hast not only written thy laws upon our natural conscience, but hast made a revelation of thy di- vine will and requirements, in thy word. Give us faith to believe thy gospel as the God of salva- tion, and give us grace to obey thy laws as our Father and King ; and while we look up to thee with the eye of faith, and with a heart of love, do thou condescend, we beseech thee, to look down with an eye of compassion and of favor ; that each one of us may be enabled to take God in Christ as our God, and with the Psalmist exclaim, This God is our God forever and ever, and he will be our guide unto death. Amen! Our Father, who art in hea- ven, hallowed be thy name : thy kingdom come, &c. PAITH IN CHEIST. ZU^lJ 3!Be^ixestiaj? iii t|)C ^ontl). ^orning. H Y M N 66. p. M. Rock of Ages. ROCK of ages ! cleft for me, Let me hide myself in thee, Let the water and the blood, From thy side, a healing flood, Be of sin the double cure, Save from wrath, and make me puTi Should my tears forever flow, Should my zeal no languor know This for sin could not atone. Thou must save, and thou alone ; In my hand no price I bring, Simply to thy cross I cling. While I draw this fleeting breath, When mine eyelids close in death, When I rise to worlds unknown, And behold thee on thy throne ; Rock of aces ! cleft for me, Let me hide myself in thee ! H Y M N 65. s. M. Palermo. Spirit of faith, come down. Reveal the things of llod ; And make to us the Godhead known, And witness with the blood : Tis thine the blood to apply. And give us eyes to see, That he who did for sinners die, Hath surely died for me. No man can truly say That Jesus is the Lord, Unless thou take the veil away, And breathe the living word ; Then, only then, we feel Our int'rest in his blood ; And cry, with joy unspeakable,— Thou art my Lord, my God! O that the world might know The all-atoning Lamb ! Spirit of faith descend and show The virtue of his name. Teacher. Ye believe in God, believe also in me. John xiv. 1. Scholars. I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness. John xii. 46. Teach. He that believeth on me hath everlasting life. John vi. 47. Schol. He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself. 1 John v. 10. Teach. The Father himself loveth you, because ye have loved me, and have believed that I came out from God. John xvi. 27. Schol. The life which I now live in the flesh, I live 124 THIRD WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 125 by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me. Gal. ii. 20. Teach. If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. Rom. X. 9. ScHOL. Verily, verily, I say unto you, he that hear- eth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation. John v. 24. Teach. For with the heart, man believeth unto right- eousness ; and with the mouth, confession is made unto salvation. Rom. x. 10. ScHOL. Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God. 1 John v. 5. Teach. This is God's commandment, that we should believe on the name of his Son Jesus Christ, and love one another, as he gave us commandment. 1 Joh)i iii. 23. ScHOL. Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God. 1 John iv.l5. Teach. Whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven. Matt. X. 33. ScHOL. Let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have cru- cified, both Lord and Christ. Acts iii. 36. Teach. We believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God. John vi. 69. ScHOL. If we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. 1 Thess. iv. 14. Teach. If we be dead with Christ, we believe that we shall also live with him. Rom. vi. 8. ScHOL. Tiiese things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God ; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God. 1 John v. 13. 11* 126 MANUAL, OF DEVOTION. Spirit of Grace, inspire our hearts with living faith, this morning, that believing in God we may believe also in Jesus, and that while we worship our God and Father in Christ, for his creating and preserving goodness, we may honor the Son, even as we honor the Father, for his redeeming grace. Help us, we beseech thee, to acknow- ledge and adore him as the Son of God, equal with the Father and the Spirit in perfections and prerogatives, and possessed of the same divine nature and glory. Enable us by faith to receive him as our Saviour whom God has set forth to be a propitiation, through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins ; and grant that being justified by faith in his name, we may have peace with God, through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have access into this grace wherein Ave stand, and rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. fill our hearts with superlative love to Christ, in his per son, in his ordinances, and in his laws, until with the Apostle we can say, "Whom not having seen we love, in whom, though we see him not, yet believing we rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory." Adorable Redeemer, we acknowledge and praise thee as our Immanuel. Thou art our Redeemer, the Holy one of Israel. In thy personality thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God, and in thy glorious perfections, God over all, blessed forever. Thy throne, God, is forever and ever ; a sceptre of righteousness is the sceptre of thy kingdom. Make us the loving, obedient subjects of thy heavenly rule, upon earth, that we may be the partakers of thy glory in thine upper kingdom. Amen ! Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name: tliy kingdom come : thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven : give us this day our daily bread : and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive them that trespass against us: lead us not mto temptation; &c. THE APOSTLES' CREEJ), STftivU StSifeUnestia,)? la tijc ii^ontl). Hbeninfl. HYMN 67. c. M. Hotaard. GOD, we praise thee, and coiifest, Thai thou the only Lord, And everl isiin? Faiher art, By aC on earth ador'd. To thee all angels cry aloud, To thee the powers on liigh, Both chenibim. and seraphim, Continually do cry,— '0 holy, holy, holy Lord, 'Whom heavenly hosts obey, 'The world is with the glory fill'd ' Of Ihy majesiic sway.' "Die aposiles' glorious company. And prophet?, crownVi with light, With all the mariyrs' noble host, Thy constant praise recite. HYMN 68. L. M. Duke Street BI.ESS'D be the Faiher and his love. To which celestial source we owe Rivers of endless joy a^X)ve, And rills of comfort here below. Glory to thee, grnat Son of God, From whose dear, wounded body roll* A precious stream of vital blood — Pardon and life for dying souls ! We give thee, sacred Spirit, praise, Who in our hearts of sin and wo, Mak'st living springs of gr.ice arise And into boundless glory flow. Thus God the Father, God the Son, And God the Spirit, we adore; The sea of life and love unknown, Without a bottom or a shore. Teacher and Sholars. I believe in God the Father, Almighty, Maker of Heaven and Earth : And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord ; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Vir- gin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried ; he descended into the place of de- parted .=;pirits ; the third day he rose from the dead ; he ascended into Heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty ; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost ; the Holy Catholic Church ; the communion of Saints ; the forgiveness of sins ; the resurrection of the body, and the life ever- lasting. Amen. 127 128 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Teacher avd Scholars. I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of Heaven and Earth, and of all things visible and invisible : And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, begotten of his Father before all worlds ; God of God, Light of Light, very God of very God, begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father ; by whom all things were made ; who for us men, and for our salvation, came down from Heaven, and was incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, and was made man, and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate. He suffered and was buried, and the third day he arose again, according to the Scriptures, and ascended into Heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of the Father ; and he shall come again, with glory, to judge both the quick and the dead; whose kingdom shall have no end. And I believe in the Holy Ghost, the Lord and giver of life, who proceedeth from the Father and the Son ; who with the Father and the Son together is worshijiped and glorified ; who spake by the prophets. And I be- lieve in one Catholic and Apostolic Church. I acknow- ledge one Baptism for the remission of sins ; and I look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen. Teach. Cast me not away from thy presence ; and take not thy Holy Spirit from me. Ps. li. IL ScHOL. Create in me a clean heart, God ; and re- new a right spirit within me. Ps. li. 10. Teach. The Lord bless thee, and keep thee. The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee. The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. Numb. vi. 24, 25, 26. ScHOL. God be merciful unto us, and bless us ; and cause liis face to shine upon us. Ps. Ixvii. 1. THIRD WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 129 Almighty and eternal Jehovah! There is no God be- side thee. Thou art the God, even thou alone of all the kingdoms of the earth, for thou hast made heaven and earth and the inhabitimts thereof. While we worship thee as the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, we bless thy name, that it is our privilege, in filial love, to draw nigh to thee as our Father which art in heaven. make us ever thy loving and obedient childroi, created anew in Christ Jesus unto righteousness and true holiness. Blessed Jesus, only begotten Son of the living God, co- eternal, co-equal and consubstantial with the Father, we adore thee as our Lord, and with the Psalmist would ex- claim, Lord, our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! We bless thee for thy matchless conde- scension, that thou didst become incarnate by the Holy Ghost, suffer under Pontius Pilate, and wast crucified, dead, and buried for our redemption, that through death thou mightest destroy him that had the power of death, and deliver them, who through fear of death, were all their life-time subject to bondage. We bless and give thanks unto thee, that thou wast not holden of death, but didst rise from the grave for our justification, and sittest at the right hand of the Father Almighty, as our great Interces- sor ; whence thou shalt come to judge the quick and the dead. Holy Ghost, proceeding from the Father and the Son, we acknowledge thee as the Lord and giver of life. quicken uS by thy spirit, that living within the pale of the general church of the first-born, in communion with the household of faith, and in the knowledge of the pardon of our sins, in the love of God, and the comforts of the Holy Ghost, we may at length depart in the hopes of a glorious resurrection and of life everlasting, that when Christ who is our life shall appear, we also may appear with him in glory. Amen! Our Father, who art in heaven, &c. PKEPARATION FOR PRAYER. ^Wa ^rturstiau in X\)t £&ont\). i^oxnUiQ. HYMN 69. S.J PainesvUle. THE praying spirit breathe, The watcliing power impart; From all eiuanglemeiits beneath Call off my peaceful heart ; My feeble mind sustain, By worldly thoughts opprest, Appear and bid me turn again To my eternal rest. Swill to my rescue come, Thy own this moment seize; Gather thy wandering bpirit home, And keep in perfect peace ; Suffered no more to rove O'er all the earth abroad. Arrest the prisoner of thy love, And shut me up in God. HYMN 70 . p. M. Chanet/. OP£N, Lord, thy inward ear, And bid my heart rejoice ; Bid my quiet spirit hear Thy comfortable voice, Never in the whirlwind found, Nor where earthquakes rock the place; Still and silent is the sound— The whisper of thy grace. From the world of sin, and noise, And hurry, I withdraw^ ; For tlie small and inward voice I wait with humble awe ; Silent am I now and still, Dare not in thy presence move : To my waiting soul reveal The secret of thy love ! Teacher. thou that hearest prayer, unto thee shall all flesh come. Ps. Ixv. 2. Scholars. Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, and causest to approach unto thee, that he may dwell in thy courts : we shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house, even of thy holy temple. Ps. Ixv. 4. Teach. Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thy heart be hasty to utter any thing before God — for God is in heaven, and thou upon earth ; therefore lei thy words be few. Eccl. v. 2. ScHOL. The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the Lord. Prov. xvi. 1. Teach. No man can come unto me except the Father draw him. John vi. 44. ScHOL. And thou wilt prepare thy heart : thou wilt cause thine ear to hear. Ps. x. 17. 130 THIRD THURSDAY IN THE MONTH. 131 Teach. He that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Heb. xi. 6. ScHOL. Gluicken us, Lord, and we will call upon thy name ; turn us again, Lord God of Hosts, cause thy face to shine, and we shall be saved. Ps. Ixxx. 18, 19. Teach. Lord, teach us to pray. Luke xi. 1. ScHOL. The Spirit helpeth our infirmities ; for wfl know not what we should pray for as we ought : buttha Spirit maketh intercession for us, with groanings that cannot be uttered. Rom. viii. 26. Teach. If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not, and it shall be given him : but let him ask in faith, noth ing wavering. James i. 5, 6. ScHOL. For he that wavereth, is like a wave of th« sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let not thai man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. James i. 6, 7. Teach. I will therefore that men pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting. 1 Tim. ii. 8. ScHOL. If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways ; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin. 2 Chron. vii. 14. Teach. For thou Lord art good ; and ready to for- give ; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee. Ps. Ixxxvi. 5. ScHOL. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all un- righteousness. 1 John 1. 9. Teach. Thou shalt find the Lord if thou seek him with all thy heart, and with all thy soul. Deut. iv. 29. ScHOL. Blessed are they who seek the Lord with their whole heart. Ps. cxix. 2. Teach. Open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it. Pa. Ixxxi. 10. 132 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Almighty and eternal Jehovah, we desire to encompass the altar of divine mercy, and offer up unto thee our morn- ing sacrifice of thanksgiving and prayer, through the mer- its of our divine Mediator, in whom thou art well pleased, and whom thou ever delightest to hear. Give us, O Lord, we entreat thee, clear and just views of this solemn act of worship, that we may come before thee with rever- ence and humility, in faith and love, and worship thee in the beauty of holiness. As the preparation of the heart in man, as well as the answer of the tongue is from the Lord, in all our approaches unto thee, send the Holy Ghost, we beseech ihee, to help our infirmities, and breathe into our hearts the grace and the gift of prayer, that we may find thee, not only the gracious reward er, but the almighty helper of them that diligently seek thee. Lord, thou art acquainted with all our ways, and un- derstandest our thoughts afar off. Thou knowest our sins with all their aggravations ; and our wants with all their peculiarities, yet thou callest upon us to confess our sins, that we may be humbled by a sense of our unworthiness ; and to make known our desires by supplication, that we may be suitably affected by our weakness and dependence upon thee. We come into thy presence, Lord, under a conscious- ness of our guilt, and we confess our sinfulness before thee. Enter not into judgment with thy children, but ac- cording vmto the multitude of thy tender mercies, blot out all our transgressions ; create within us a clean heart, and renew a right spirit within us; that we may love thee with a filial love, and serve thee with a filial fear. We acknowledge our dependence upon thee, our Crea- tor, preserver, and bountiful benefactor ; it is in thee, we live, and move, and have our being. Give us this day, we pray thee, such blessings as we need ; guide us by thine unerring wisdom, defend us by thy power, support us by thy grace, and at last receive us to thyself. Amen I PRAYER TO BE EARNEST AND BIPORTUNATE. 2rf)irtJ STljursKai) in tlje iHontf). 3Hbcning. HYMN Tl. L. M. HYMN 72. c. M. Arnold. Downs. PRAYER 13 appointed to convey PRAYER is the soul's sincere desire^ The blesiings God designs to give ; Utier'd or iinexpress'd ; I,ong as they live should Christians pray j The motion of a hidden fire They learn to pray w^hen first they live. That trembles in the bretist. If pain afflict, or wrongs oppress ; Prayer is the burden of a mgh,— If cares distract, or fears dismay ; The failing of a tear, — If guilt deject ; if sin distress j The upward glam-ing of an eye, In every case, still watch and pray. When none but God is near. 'Tis prayer supports the soul that's weak : Prayer is the simplest form of speech Though thoaght be broken, lansuage lame, The infant lips can try ; Pray, if thou canst or cannot speak ; Prayer, the sublimest strains that reach But pray with faiih in Jesus' name. The Majesty on high. Depend on him : thou canst not fail ; Prayer is the Christian's vital breath, Make all thy wants and wishes known; The Christian's native :iir : Fear not ; his raeriis must prevail : His waichvrord at the gates of death,— Ask but in faith, it shall be done. He enters liesven with prayer. Teacher. Pi'ay without ceasing. 1 Thess. v. 17. Scholars, Continue instant in prayer. Rom. xii. 12. Teach. Unto thee, have I cried, O Lord ; Lord, in the morning shall my prayer prevent thee. Ps. Ixxxviii. 13. ScHOL. My voice shalt thou hear in the morning ; in the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up. Ps, v. 3. Teach. I prevented the dawning of the moi-ning and cried, I hoped in thy word. Ps, cxix. 147. ScHOL. Evening, morning and at noon will I pray and cry aloud, and he shall hear my voice. Ps. Iv. 17. Teach. With my soul have I desired thee in the night, yea, with my spirit within me, will I seek thee early. Isa. xxxvi. 9. ScHOL. Mine eyes prevented the night watches, that I might meditate on thy word. Ps. cxix. 148. 12 133 134 MANUAL OP DEVOTION. Teach. Be merciful unto me, Lord : for I cry unto thee daily. Ps, Ixxxvi, 3. ScHOL. I have remembered thy name, Lord, in the night, and have kept thy law. Ps. cxix. 55. Teach. Rejoice the soul of thy servant : for unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul. Ps. Ixxxvi. 4. ScHOL. Lord God of my salvation, I have cried night and day unto thee. Ps. Ixxxviii. 1. Teach. Continue in prayer, and watch in the same. Col. iv. 2, ScHOL. Night and day pi-aying exceedingly. 1 Thess. iii. 10. Teach. Jesus spake a parable that men ought always to pray and not to faint. Luke xxiii. 1. Schol. Praying always with all prayer and supplica- tion, in the spirit, and watching thereunto with all perse- verance and supplication, for all saints. Ephes. vi. 18. Teach. Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temp- tation. Matt, xxvii. 41. Schol. In the days of his flesh Christ offered up prayers and supplications with strong crying and tears, and was heard. Heb. v. 7. Teach. Hear my cry, God ; attend unto my prayer. From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmned : lead me to the rock that is higher than I. Ps. Ix. 1,2. Schol. For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy. I will abide in thy taber- nacle for ever : I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah. For thou, God, hast heard my vows : thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name. Ps. Ix. 3, 4, 5. Teach. Give ear to my prayer, God, and hide not thyself from my supplication. Ps. Iv. 1. Schol. Hear my voice according to thy loving-kind- ness ; Lord, quicken me according to thy judgment. Ps. cxix. 149. THIRD THURSDAY IN THE M05TH. 135 Thou that hearest prayer, unto whom all flesh should come, we bless thee that thou hast made it our privilege as well as duty to come through the divine Mediator to a throne of grace, and by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, to make known our requests unto thee. Gluicken our hearts, at this time, by the influences of the Holy Spirit, that our coming before thee may be as in- cense, and the lifting up of our hands as the evening sacrifice. Forbid, most merciful Father, that we should ever be of those who draw nigh to thee with their mouths, and honor thee with their lips, while their hearts are far from thee ; but grant that in all our approaches unto thee — in the public temple, at the domestic altar, and in the retire- ment of the closet — we may always come in sincerity and humility, with earnestness and fervor, in confidence and filial love, and worship thee who art a spirit in spirit and in truth. Thou art the God of our lives, the author of all our benefits ; help us to honor thee in our bodies and our spirits which are thine. Thou hast redeemed us by the precious blood of thy Son as of a Iamb without spot or blemish ; impart unto us the benefits of his sacrifice, until he is made unto us, wisdom and righteousness, and sanc- tification and redemption. We bless thee for the oflices of the Holy Spirit ; incline us ever to listen to its dictates, that our footsteps may be guided in the ways of truth and holiness. We bless thee for the Scriptures in which thou hast revealed thy will unto us. may their precious precepts be the law of our lives, and their doctrines the delight of our hearts. We thank thee for ihe opportunities of human learning; may all our acquirements but lead us to a better knowledge of thee, and closer conformity to thy blessed will. Hear and answer our petitions, for Christ's sake. Amen. ANSWER TO PRAYER. Srijtrti jFcitjap fii tije i^Sont!). faorm'na. HYMN 73. p. M. HeaUu SAVIOUR, when in dust to thee, Low we bow the aJoring knee ; When, repentant, to the skies Scarce we lift our streaming eyes ; O, by all thy pains and wo, SulTer'd once for man below, Bending from thy throne on high, Hear our solemn litany. By thy birth and early years. By thy human griefs and fears, By thy fasting and distress In the lonely wilderness : By thy victory in the hour Of the subtle Tempter's power Jesus, look with pitying eye : Hear our solemn litany. By thine hour of dark despair, By thine agony of prayer, By the purple robe of scorn, By thy wounds, thy crown of thorn, By thy cross, thy pangs and cries; By thy perfect sacrifice ; Jesus look with pitying eye; Hear our solemn litany; HYMN 74. L. M. Thorpe. FROM every stormy wind that blows, Frmn every swelling tide of woes, There is a calm, a sure retreat: 'Tis found beneath the mercy scat There is a place, where Jesus sheds The oil of gladness on our heads ; A place than all besides more sweet,— It is the blood-bought mercy-seat. There is a scene, wliere spirits blend, Where friend holds fellowship with frienu Though sunder'd far, by faith they meet, Around one common mercy seat. Ah ! whither could we flee for aid, When tempted, desolate, dismay'd? Or how the hosts of hell defeat, Had sufl"'ring saints no meicy-seal7 There, there on eagle's wings we soar, And sin and sense molest no more ; And heaven comes down our souls to greet- While glory crowns tlie mercy-seat. Teacher. Thou shalt make thy prayer unto him, and he shall hear thee. Job. xxii. 27. Scholars. But know that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself : the Lord will hear when I call unto him. Ps. iv. 3. Teach. This poor man cried, and the Lord heard him, and saved him out of all his troubles. Ps. xxxiv. 6. ScHOL. The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and his ears are open to their cry. The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of their troubles. Ps. xxxiv. 15, 17. 136 THIRD FRIDAY IN THE MONTH. 137 Teach. Call upon me in the day of trouble, I will de- liver thee, and thou shall glorify me. Ps. 1. 15. ScHOL. He will fulfil the desire of them that fear him : he also will hear their cry, and save them. Ps. cxiv. 19. Teach. The Lord is far from the wicked : but he heareth the prayer of the righteous. Prov. xv. 29. ScHOL. He shall call upon me, and I will answer him. Ps. xci 15. Teach. The Lord is rich in mercy to all that call upon him. Rom. x. 12. ScHOL. They that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing. Ps. xxiv. 10. Teach. He will be very gracious unto thee, at the voice of thy cry : when he shall hear it, he will answer thee. Isa. xxx. 19. ScHOL. Then shalt thou call and the Lord shall an- swer : thou shalt cry, and he shall say. Here I am. Isa. Iviii. 9. Teach. Then shall ye call upon me and ye shall go and pray unto me, and 1 will hearken unto you. Jer. xxix. 12. ScHOL. They shall call on my name, and I will bear them : I will say, it is my people, and they shall say, the Lord is my God. Zech. xiii. 9. Teach. Ask and it shall be given you. Seek and ye shall find. Knock and it shall be opened unto you. Matt. vii. 7. ScHOL. For every one that asketh receiveth ; and he that seeketh findeth ; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened. Matt. vii. 8. Teach. And all things whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive. Matt. xxi. 22. ScHOL. If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask v/hat ye will, and it shall be done unto you. John xv. 7. Teach. Lord, hear my voice ; let thine ear be atten- tive to the voice of my supplications. Ps. cxxx. S. 12* 138 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. O Thou who art the Creator of the ends of the earth, and the only object of rational worship, we adore thee for thy benevolence and condescension to a ruined world ; that although thou inhabitest the praises of eternity, thou hast respect unto thy fallen creation, and thine ear is ever at- tentive to the cry of those who approach thy throne, with humiUty and in assurance of faith. We praise and magnify thy name, Lord, that thou hast made a mercy-seat accessible to us by the sprinkled blood of our adorable R.edeemer and Mediator. We bless thee, our Father and God, that to this mercy-seat we may come, in all our weakness, and with all our wants ; in the hour of trial and temptation ; in all times of difficulty and doubt ; in all seasons of sorrow and suffering ; and in all circumstances of affliction and distress ; and that coming in penitence and faith, we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need ; grace to hold up the failing hands, and to confirm the feeble knees ; grace to supply our wants and necessities ; to shield us in temptation ; to enlighten us in darkness ; and to bind up the broken spirit and the bleeding heart. God of benevolence and mercy, we bless thy name, that sinful though we be, thou hast graciously invited us to come unto thee, and make our desires known ; to ask and it shall be given us ; to seek and we shall find ; to knock and it shall be opened unto us. We come before diee, this morning, with the voice of thanksgiving for thy lov- ing kindness and tender mercy during our past lives, and especially for thy protection during the past night. We would supplicate thy blessing for the day. Give us strength of body and of mind for the duties of the day ; graciously assist us in our studies , may we dedicate to thee our time and talents, that living to thy honor and glory upon earth, we may live with thee in heaven. Give ear, God, hearken to our prayer, and answer for Christ's sake. JUSTIFICATION. 9ri)irU JFcftiaD in tjje iJHontJ). lEbeninfl. HYMN 75. p. M. Lenox. ARISE, my soul, arise ; They strongly plead for me : Shake oflf ihy guilty fears: Forgive him, O forgive, they cry, The bleeba, Father, humbly cry ; Nor can the si({n deceive. Teacher. For as many as are letl by the Spirit of God, they are the Sons of God. For ye have not received the spirit of bondag-e again to fear ; but ye liave received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry Abba, Father. Rom. viii. 14, 15. Scholars. The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God : and if children, then heirs : heirs of God and joint-heirs with Christ ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glo- rified together. Rom. viii. 16, 17. Teach. When the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his son made of a woman, made under the law. Galat. iv. 4. ScHOL. To redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons. Galat. iv. 5. Teach. And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth 142 THIRD SATURDAY IN THE MONTH. 143 ihe Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying Abba, Fa- ther. Galat. iv. 6. ScHOL. He came unto his own, and his own received him not. But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God. John i. 11, 1'2. Teach. Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God. John i. 13. ScHOL. For whom he did foreknow, he also did pre- destinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the first-born among many brethren. Rom. viii. 29. Teach. Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost. Titus iii. 5. ScHOL. "Which he shed on us abundantly, through Jesus Christ our Saviour ; that being justified by his grace we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life. Titus iii. 6, 7. Teach. That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world. Phil. ii. 15. ScHOL. Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God ! therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not. Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be : but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him ; for we shall see him as he is. 1 John iii, 1, 2. Teach. In this the children of God are manifest, and the children of the devil : whosoever doeth not righteous- ness is not of God, neither he that lovelh not his brother. 1 John iii. 10. ScHOL. He that overcometh shall inherit all things ; tand I will be his God, and he shall be my son. Rev. xxi, 7 144 MANtJAL OF DETOTlOSr. Almighty and most merciful God, while we encompass thy throne, with that profound reverence which becomes creatures before their Creator, we would approach thee with filial confidence as our Father in heaven. We bless thee for the encouragement of the promise, "I will be a Father unto yo'u, and ye shall be my sons and daughters." Thou hast powerful claims upon our gratitude, love and praise. As our Creator, thou art our Father. Thy hands have fashioned us for thyself, to show forth thy glory. As our Preserver, thou art our Father. Thy paternal hand has led us all our lives long, and supplied our wants and necessities. Our Father and God in Christ, as we are thy natural workmanship, created by thy omnipotence, and supported by thy providence, make us thy spiritual workmanship, created anew in Christ Jesus, unto right- eousness and true holiness ; and grant, we beseech thee, that each day, we may live to thy glory, as we live upon thy bounty. Our Father in heaven, we acknowledge that we have been disobedient and sinful. grant us repentance unto salvation, receive us into the family of thy children, and send into our hearts the spirit of adoption, whereby we may cry Abba, Father, — the Spirit itself bearing witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God ; and, if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ. May we ever love thee with grateful hearts, and serve thee with willing minds, and reverence thee with a filial fear — that we may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God without rebuke in the midst of a crooked and per- verse generation. And to the Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in us all, be honor and glory, forever. Amen! Our Father, who art in heaven, hal- lowed be thy name : thy kingdom come : thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven : give us this day, &c SANCTIFICATION. Cljitti Satucl3a5 in tl)e iHontij. 32htnmQ HYMN 78. c. M. Marlow. FOR a hera-t to praise my God, A heart from sin set free;— A heart that always feels thy blood, So freely spilt for me. A he-trt resign'd, submissive, meek, Aly great Redeemer's throne; Where only Christ is heard to speafc — Where Jesus reigns alone. O for a lowly, contrite heart, Believing, true, and clean ; Which neither life nor death can ^axt From him that dwells within:; A heart in every thought renew'd, And full of love divine ; Perfect, and right, and pure and good, A copy, Lord, of thine. HYMN 79. 3. M. Lansdale. THE thing my God doth hate. That I no more may do, Thy creature, Lord again create, And all my soul renew : My soul shall then, like tiiine, Abhor the thing unclean. And, sanctified by love divine, Forever cease from siu. That blessed law of thine, Jesus, to me impart ; Tlie Spirit's law of life divine, Uh. write it on my hean ! Implant it deep within, Whence it may ne'er remove,— The law of libeny from sin. The perfect law of love. Teacher. This is the will of God, even your sanc- tification. 1 Thess. iv. 3. Scholars. The Lord appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God : walk before me, and be thou perfect. Gen. xvii. 1. Teach. Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect. Matt. v. 48. Schol. It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect. Ps. xviii. 32. Teach. Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work. Heb. xiii. 20. Schol. Follow peace with all men, and hohness> without which no man shall see the Lord : looking dil> 13 145 146 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. igently, lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled. Heb. xii. 14, 15 Teach. I am the Lord your God ; ye shall therefore sanctify yourselves, and ye shall be holy, for 1 am holy. Lev. xi. 44. ScHOL. But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord. 2 Cor. iii. 18. Teach. God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth, whereunto he called you by our gospel, to the obtaining of the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Thess. ii. 13, 14. ScHOL. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. Ps. li. 2. Teach. Though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow, though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool. Is. i. 18. ScHOL. Cleanse thou me from secret faults. Ps. xix. 12. Teach. Then will I sprinkle clean water upon you, and ye shall be clean ; from all your filthiness, and from all your idols, will I cleanse you. Ezek. xxxvi. 25. ScHOL. Let us draw near with a true heart in full as- surance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. Heb. X. 22. Teach. Everyman that hath this hope in him puri- fieth himself, even as he is pure. 1 John ili. 3. ScHOL. Christ gave himself for us, that he might re- deem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a pe- culiar people, zealous of good works. Tit. ii. 14. Teach. The very God of peace sanctify you wholly, and I pray God, your whole spirit, and soul, and body, be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Thess. v. 23. i THIRD SATURDAY IN THE MONTH. 147 Thou who art the Holy One of Israel, whose name is Holy; we would approach thee with reverence and hu- mility, and adoring thee in the matchless purity of thy character, with the angelic hosts would exclaim, "Holy, holy, holy Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come." Thou art infinitely holy, O Lord, in thy at- tributes, holy in all thy works, and in all thy ways ; every word of thy mouth is pure and holy; and thy law is holy, just and good. The very heavens are not pure in thy sight; thou chargest thine angels with folly, and canst not behold iniquity with allowance. With what reverence and fear then, should we, who are sinful vv-orms of the dust, appear in thy presence? Lord, we acknowledge our transgressions, and our sins are ever before us. But we bless thy name, that thou hast invited us to draw nigh to the throne of grace, and hast promised, that though our sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow ; though they be red as crimson, they shall be as wool. Most merciful God and Father, we accept the gracious invitation, and come to thee through our divine Mediator and Redeemer, and beseech thee, for his sake, to blot out our sins. Cast us not away from thy presence, infinite Purity, and take not thy Holy Spirit from us. Purge us with hyssop, and we shall be clean ; wash us, and we shall be whiter than snow. Blessed Jesus, who art the way, the truth and the life, be thou our wisdom, that we may be delivered from the folly of our nature ; be thou our righteousness, that we may be cleansed from the guilt of sin ; be thou our sanc- tification, that we may present our bodies as living sacri- fices, holy and acceptable to God, which is our reasonable service ; that the very God of peace may sanctify us wholly; and our spirit, soul and body may be preserved blameless unto the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. THE HOLY SABBATH jFourtl) Suntiaw fix ti)z itlontft. ifttornlnn. HYMN 80. s. M. Lisbon. WELCOME, sweet day of rest, That saw the Lord arise; Welcome to this reviving breast, And these rejoicing eyes ! The King himself comes near, And feasts his saints to-day Here we may sit, and see him here, And love, and praise, and pray. One day in such a place. Where thou my God, art seen, Is sweeter than ten thousand days Of pleasurable sin. My willing bouI would stay In such a frame as this, And sit and sing herself away To everlasting bliss. HYMN 81. c. M. Waugh. TfflS is the day the Lord haUi made ; O earth, rejoice and sing:) Let songs of triumph hail the morn ; Hosanna to our King I The Stone the builders set at nought, That Stone has now become The sure foundation, and the strength Of Zion's heavenly dome. Christ is that stone, rejected once. And number'd wtli tlie slain ; Now raised in glory, o'er his Church Eternally to reign. This is the day the Lord hath made ; O eartli, rejoice and sing : With songs of triumph hail the morn ; Hosanua to our King I Teacher. Remember the Sabbath-day to keep it holy. Six days shalt thou labor, and do all thy work ; but the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God ; in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter, thy man-servant, nor thy maid-servant, nor thy cattle, nor thy stranger that is within thy gates. Ex. XX, 8, 9, 10. Scholars. For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the se-\":Bnth day ; wherefore the Lord blessed the Sabbath- day and hallowed it. Ex. xx. 11. Teach. Ye shall keep the Sabbath therefore : for it is holy unto you. Every one that defileth it shall surely be put to death : for whosoever doeth any work therein, that soul shall be cut off from among his people. Ex. xxxi. 14. 148 FOURTH SUNDAY IN THE MONTH. 149 ScHOL. Verily, my Sabbaths ye shall keep ; for it is a sign between me and you throughout your generations ; that ye may know that I am the Lord that doth sanctify you. Ex. xxxi. 13. Teach. And it shall come to pass, that from one new moon to another, and from one Sabbath to another, shall all flesh come to worship before me, saith the Lord. Is. Ivi. 23. ScHOL. Thus saith the Lord, Take heed to yourselves, and bear no burden on the Sabbath-day. Jer. xvii. 21. Teach. Neither carry forth a burden out of your houses on the Sabbath-day, neither do ye any work ; but hallow ye the Sabbath-day, as I commanded your fathers. Jer. xvii. 22. ScHOL. And whatsoever soul it be that doeth any work in that same day, the same soul will I destroy from among his people. Levit. xxiii. 30. Teach. Blessed is the man that doeth this, and the son of man that layeth hold on it ; that keepeth the Sab- bath from polluting it, and keepeth his hand from doing any evil. Isa. Ivi. 2. ScHOL. Moreover, also I gave them my Sabbaths, to be a sign between me and them, that they might know that I am the Lord that sanctify them. Ezek. xx. 12. Teach. Every one that keepeth the Sabbath from pol- luting it, and taketh hold of my covenant ; even them will I bring to my holy mountain, and make them joyful in my house of prayer. Is. Ivi. 6, 7. ScHOL. Make a joyful noise unto the Lord all ye lands. Serve the Lord with gladness : come before his presence with singing. Ps. c. 1, 2. Teach. Know ye that the Lord he is God : it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves ; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Ps. c. 3. ScHOL. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise : be thankful unto him, and bless his name. Ps. c. 4. 13* 150 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. 3,3ra2ct;. Great and glorious Jehovah, author and end of all things, we adore thee as the Lord of the Sabbath. We praise and give thanks unto thine excellent name, that thou didst institute and hallow a day of rest, in which, re- lieved from worldly toil and care, we may hold sweet communion with thee, and with the Holy Spirit. We bless thee for the return of its sacred light, and for the health and strength with which thou hast favored us to engage in its religious duties. Inspire our hearts, we beseech thee, that we may be in the spirit, upon thine own day, not doing our own ways, nor finding our own pleasure, nor speaking our own words, but that we may^ consecrate its houi-s unreservedly to thee. This is the day which the Lord hath made, we will rejoice and be glad in it. come, and let us worship, and bow down before the Lord our Maker ; for he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand. Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and enter his courts with praise. Lord of the Sabbath, go with us to the temple of thine earthly abode, and bless us in all the exercises of the sanctuary, while we are waiting before thee. When we sing thy praises, inspire our hearts, we beseech thee, that we may sing with the spirit and with the understanding, making melody in our hearts to God. When we pray, forbid that we should draw nigh to thee with our lips, while our hearts are far from thee ; but give us-, we entreat thee, the spirit of prayer, and nearness of access by faith, unto the throne of the heavenly grace, that we may wor- ship thee in the beauty of holiness, and that answers of peace may come to our waiting souls. And while we at- tend to the ministration of thy word, may we listen to the truths of the gospel with attentive ears and willing minds, that we may receive them into our hearts, and practise tliem in our lives. And, at last, save us, for Christ's sake. THE HOLY SABBATH jfourtl) SunUai) in t!)c ^Hontf). HVienins. HYMN 82. L. M. Hingham. SWEET is the work, ray Gcx3, my King, To praise thy name, give thanks, and sing ; To Ehow thy love by morning light, And talk of all thy truths by night. Sweet is the day of sacred rest ; No mortal cares shall seize ray breast ; may my heart in tune be found, Like David's heap of solemn sound. When grace has purified my heart, Then I shall share a glorious part ; And fresh suppUes of joy be sned, Like holy oil to cheer my head. Then shall I see, and hear, and know All I desiret'i or wish'd below ; And every power find sweet employ In tlmt eternal world of joy. HYMN 83. P. M. Sabbath. THE light of Sabbath eve Is fading fast away : What record will it leave, To crown the closing day 7 Is it a Sabbath spent. Of fruitless time destroyed 7 Or have these moments lent, Been sacredly employ 'd 1 To waste tliese Sabbath hours, O may we never dare ; Nor tamt with thoughts of ours Those sacred days of prayer : But may oiu- Sabbaths here Inspire our hearts with love ; And prove a foretaste clear Of that sweet rest above. Teacher. Six days shall work be done : but the seventh day is the Sabbath of rest, a holy convocation : ye shall do no work therein : it is the Sabbath of the Lord in all your dwellings. Levit. xxiii. 3. Scholars. For God blessed the seventh day, and sanc- tified it ; because that in it he had rested from all his work which God created and made. Gen. ii. 3. Teach. I am the Lord your God ; walk in my sta- tutes, and keep my judgments, and do them. Ezek. xx. 19. Schol. And hallow my Sabbaths ; and they shall be a sign between me and you, that ye may know that I am the Lord your God. Ezek. xx. 20. Teach. If thou turn away thy foot from the Sabbath, from doing thy pleasure on my holy day, and call the Sabbath a delight, the holy of the Lord, honorable, and shalt honor him, not doing thine own ways, nor finding 151 152 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. thine own pleasure, nor speaking thine own words. Is Iviii. 13. ScHOL. Then shalt thou delight thyself in the Lord, and I will cause thee to ride upon the high places of the earth, and feed thee with the heritage of Jacob thy father, for the mouth of the Lord hath spoken it. Is. Iviii. 14. Teach. Ye shall keep my Sabbaths, and reverence my sanctuary : I am the Lord. Levit. xxvi. 2. ScHOL. If ye walk in my statutes and keep my com- mandments, and do them ; then I will give you rain in due season, and the land shall yield her increase, and the trees of the field shall yield their fruit. Levit. xxvi. 3, 4. Teach. And your threshing shall reach unto the vin- tage, and the vintage shall reach unto the sowing-time ; and ye shall eat your bread to the full, and dwell in your land safely. Levit. xxvi. 5. ScHOL. And I will give peace in the land, and ye shall lie down; and none shall make you afraid ; and I will rid evil beasts out of the land, neither shall the sword go through your land. Levit. xxvi. 6. Teach. For I will have respect unto you, and make you fruitful and multiply you, and establish my covenant with you. Levit. xxvi. 9. ScHOL. And I will set my tabernacle among you : and my soul shall not abhor you. And I will walk among you, and will be your God, and ye shall be my people. Levit. xxvi. 11, 12. Teach. But if ye will not hearken unto me, and do these things, I will scatter you among the heathen, and will draw out a sword after you : and your land shall be desolate, and your cities waste. Levit. xxvi. 33. ScHOL. Then shall the land enjoy her Sabbaths, as long as it lieth desolate, and ye be in your enemies' land ; even then shall the land rest, and enjoy her Sabbaths. Aa long as it lieth desolate it shall rest ; because it did not rest in your Sabbaths, when ye dwelt upon it. Levit. xxvi. 34, 35. FOURTH SUNDAY IN THE MONTH. 153 Infinitely great and glorious Jehovah, God of grace and salvation, we draw nigh to thy throne of mercy at the close of the blessed Sabbath, and in the name of him, whose resurrection from the dead it commemorates, would lift up our eyes to thee from whence cometh all our help. We thank thee for the enjoyment of another day of rest, for the privileges of thy holy house, and for all the means of grace with which v/e have been favored. Make us duly sensible of all thy mercies, and diligent in the im- provement of them, to thy honor and glory. This day, have the goings forth of our God and King, /been seen in his sanctuary; this day, has the Shepherd of Israel led his flock into the green pastures of gospel ordi- nances, and by the still waters of gospel comfort ; this day, has the trumpet of salvation been sounded in the ears of thousands. Grant, Lord, that to the listening mul- titudes, the gospel of the Son of God may have come, not only in word, but in demonstration of the Spirit, and in power, and much assurance ; and that they liave known, and heard, and loved the joyful sound. May thy word run, and have free course, and be glorified in the hearts and minds of the people — to enlighten the ignorant, to awaken the careless, to reclaim the wandering, to confimn the weak, to establish the wavering, to comfort the afBic- ted, and to make a people prepared for the Lord. Send out thy light and truth, God, for the conversion of the nations. May those that sit in heathenish darkness and in the regions of death, see the great light of the gos- pel; may the solitary places of the earth be made glad, and the desert bloom and blossom as the rose ; may all the kingdoms of this world become the kingdoms of our God and of his Christ, till, from each continent and isle of the sea, pra.yer and praise shall ascend to the one true God. A nd when we have done and suffered thy will here, bring us, with all the redeemed, to enjoy an endless Sabbath in thy kingdom, for Christ's sake. Amen ! Our Father, &c. RIGHTEOUSNESS jFourtt l^onTiap in tt)e J^ontl). ittorninfl. HYMN 84. c. M. Iddo. I WANT a principle within, Of jealous, godly fear ; A sensibility of sin,— A pain to feel it near. Quick as the apple of an eye, O God, my conscience make ; Awake my soul when sin is nigh, And keep it still awake. If to the right or left I stray, That moment. Lord, reprove ; And let me weep my life away, For having grieved thy love. O may the least omission pain My well-instructed soul, And drive me to the blood again, Which makes the wounded whole. HYMN 85. L. M. New Sabbath. ARISE, my soul, on wings sublime, Above the vanities of time ; Let faith now pierce the veil, and SM The glories of eternity. Born by a new, celestial birth, Why should I grovel here on earth? Why grasp at vain and fleeting toy», So near to heaven's eternal joys 1 Shall aught beguile me on the road,— The narrow road that leads to God 7 Or can I love this earth so well, As not to long with God to dwell 7 To dwell with God,— to taste his love Is the full heaven enjoy'd above : The glorious expectation now Is heavenly bliss begun below. Teacher. What manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness. 2 Pet. iii. 11. Scholars. The grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying un- godliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world. Titus ii. 11, 12. Teach. Break off thy sins by righteousness, and thine iniquities by shewing mercy. Dan. iv. 27. Schol. It shall be our righteousness if we observe to do all these commandments before the Lord our God, as he hath commanded us. Deut. vi. 25. Teach. Except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven. Matt. v. 20. Schol. Not by works of righteousness which we 154 FOURTH MONDAY IN THE MONTH. 155 have done, but according: to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost. Titus iii. 5. Teach. Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness. 1 Pet. ii. 24. ScHOL. And now, little children, abide in him. If ye know that he is righteous, ye know that every one that doeth righteousness is born of him. 1 John ii. 28, 29. Teach. Stand, therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breast-plate of righteous- ness. Eph. vi. 14. ScHOL. For all this I considered in my heart even to decla.re all this, that the righteous, and the wise, and their works, are in the hand of God. Eccl. ix. 1. Teach. Thou meetest him that rejoiceth and worketli righteousness, those that remember thee in thy ways. Isa. Ixiv. 5. ScHOL. Righteous art thou, Lord, and upright are thy judgments, the righteousness of thy testimonies is everlasting, give me understanding, and I shall live. Ps. cxix. 137, 144. Teach. The thoughts of the righteous are right : but the counsels of th^ wicked are deceit. Prov. xii. 5. ScHOL. When the righteous are in authority, the peo- ple rejoice : but when the wicked beareth rule the people mourn. Prov. xxix. 2. Teach. Follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness, fight the good fight of faith. 1 Tim. vi. 11. ScHOL. The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the Lord ; but he loveth him that foUoweth after righteousness. Prov. xv. 9. Teach. The wicked is driven away in his wickedness : but the righteous hath hope in his death. Prov. xiv. 32. Schol. Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his. Numb, xxiii. 10. 156 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Almighty God, our Creator and Preserver, we adore thee as the righteous Lord who loveth righteousness. Thou art righteous in all thy purposes, and holy in all thy ways. In presenting ourselves before thee, forbid that we should come, like the proud Pharisee, trusting in our own righteousness; but as the humble Pubhcan, confessing our sins, that we may find mercy and acceptance with thee, and the grace of obedience to thy blessed will. Under a sense of our unworthiness and helplessness, may we ever feel, that it is not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to the mercy of God in Christ Jesus, that he has saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and the renewing of the Holy Ghost. Oh! grant that our hearts may ever rejoice in him as the Lord our Righteousness, who his own self bore our sins in his own body upon the tree, that we being dead to sin, should live unto righteousness. With a grateful sense of all thy mercies, Lord, we would express the homage of our hearts for the privileges of the sanctuary on thy holy day, and for thy gracious protection during the past night. We would supplicate thy throne this morning, for thy blessing upon us, and for thy merciful direction in the duties j^nd secular engage- ments of the present week. Forbid, we pray thee, that any gracious impressions of the past Sabbath should be as the early cloud, and as the morning dew ; but may thy good spirit abide with us, and prepare our hearts for all the duties, difficulties, trials, temptations, crosses and con- flicts of the week upon which we have entered. Bless us this day in our studies, we beseech thee ; open our minds to receive knowledge, and our hearts to receive spiritual truth; in all our doubts, be thou our guide ; in all our difficulties, be thou our support ; in all the dangers that beset us, be thou our defence ; and at last, with that innumerable multitude, which no man can number, bring us, with all our friends, to praise thee in heaven. Amen ! BEWARDS OF RIGHTEOUSNESS. jFourtl) i^ontJas m t1)e ptonti). Hbenina- HYMN 86. 8. M. HarU WHAT cheering words are these! Their sweetness who can tell 1 In lime and to eternity, Tis with the righteous welL Wa well when joys arise, vTis well when sorrows flow ; lis well when darkness yeils the skies, And strong temptations blow. •Tis well when at his throne They wrestle, weep, and pray ; Tis well when at his feet they groan, Yet britig their wanu away. Tfa well when Jesus calls, From earih and sin. Arise, Join with the hosta of virgin souls, Made to salvation wise. HYMN 87 . s. M. BalUton. THE man is ever blest Who shuns the sinner's way." ; Amongst their councils never etand^ Nor takes the scomer's place : But makes the law of God Hb study and delight, Amidst the labors of the day And watches of the night. He like a tree shall thrive With waters near the root: Fresh as the leaf his name shall lire, His works are heav'niy froil. Not so the ungodly race. They no sucli blessing find : Their hopes shall flee like empty chaff Before the driving wind. Teacher. Blessed is he thatdoeth righteousness at all times. Ps. cvi. 3 Scholars. The work of righteousness shall be peace ; and the effect of righteousness quietness, and assurance for ever. And my people shall dwell in a peaceable habi- tation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places. Isa. xxxii. 17, 18. Teach. A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous shall not be moved. Prov. xii. 3. ScHOL. The wicked are overthrown and are not : but the house of the righteous shall stand. Prov, xii. 7. Teach. The Lord knoweth the way of the righteous, but the way of the ungodly shall perish. Ps. i. 6. ScHOL. The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles. Ps. xxxiv. 17. 14 157 158 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Teach. Thou Lord, wilt bless the righteous, with fa* vor wilt thou compass him as with a shield. Ps. v. 12, ScHOL. He shall dwell on high, his place of defence shall be the munitions of rocks ; bread shall be given him his waters shall be sure. Isa. xxxiii. 16. Teach. The hope of the righteous shall be gladness ; but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. Prov. x. 28. ScHOL,. In the way of righteousness is life ; and in the pathway thereof there is no death. Prov. xii. 28. Teach. He that followeth after i-ighteousness and mercy, findeth life, righteousness, and honor. Prov. xxi. 21. ScHOL. A little that a righteous man hath is better than the riches of many wicked, for the arms of the wicked shall be broken ; but the Lord upholdeth the righteous. Ps. xxxvii. 16, 17. Teach. The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that hath clean hands shall be .stronger and stronger. Job xvii. 9. ScHOL. The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree, he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon. Ps. xcii. 12. Teach. As righteousness tendeth to life, so he that pursueth evil, pursueth it to his own death. Prov. xi. 19. ScHOL. Evil pursueth sinners, but to the righteous good shall be repaid. Prov. xiii. 21. Teach. Righteousness exalteth a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people. Prov. xiv. 34. ScHOL. Godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come. 1 Tim. iv. 8. Teach. Say ye to the righteous, that it shall be well with him, for they shall eat the fruit of their doings. Isa. iii. 10. ScHOL. I pray that ye may be sincere and without of- fence till the day of Christ, being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God. Phil. i. 10, 11. FOURTH MONDAY IN THE MONTH. 159 Lord, our God and merciful Father in Christ, we de- sire once more to draw nigh to thee, and return our thanks for the blessings that have crowned another day ; and to implore thy fatherly protection during the coming night. "We approach thy throne, God, deeply sensible of our great un worthiness, and numerous infirmities, yet plead- ing the merits of our merciful Redeemer, who was deliv- ered for our offences, rose for our justification, and now sitteth at the right hand of God the Father, to make in- tercession for us. Grant, Lord, we beseech thee, that he may be to us the end of the law, for righteousness ; and that we may be ever found in him, not having on our own righteousness which is of the law, and is but as filthy rags ; but that righteousness which is of God through faith in Christ Jesus. And as we live by him, and in him, grant us grace, O Lord, we entreat thee, that we may live like him, and follow in his blessed footsteps. In all our temporal engagements, our Father and God, may thy wisdom guide us, and thy grace control us ; and while we are diligent in business, carefully improving our time and talents, may we be fervent in spirit, loving and serving thee. In all our intercourse with others, teach us to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly before our God ; that we may be sincere and without offence, till the day of Christ, being filled with the fruits of righteous- ness, which are by Jesus Ciirist unto the glory and praise of God. Lord, bless our country; may our rulers and all in au- thority over us, be men fearing God and working right- eousness, and may the people be distinguished for their love of righteousness, which exalteih a nation, and their abhorrence of sin, which is a reproach to any people. Hear, Lord, not for our righteousness, but for thy great mercies. Amen ! Our Father, who art in heaven, &c. PATIENCE, j?ourt|) CTucstiaD in tt)e fttontj). iWocnlnn. HYMN 88. SAINTS, at your heavenly Father's word, Give up your coinfons to the Lord ; He will restore what you resign, Or grant you blessings more divine. So Abra'am, with obedient band, Led forth his son, at God's command ; The wood, the fire, the knife he took , His arm prepar'd the dreadUil stroke. • Abra'am, fortiear,' the angel cry'd, « Thy faith is known, thy love is try'd , • Thy son shall live, and in thy seed • Shall the whole earth be bless'd indeed.' Just in the last distressing hour, Tlie Lord displays deliv'ring power ; The mount of danger is the place. Where we shall see surprising grace. H Y M N 89. c. M. Bolton. O LORD, my best desire fulfil. And help me to resign Life, health, and comfort to thy will, And make thy pleasure mine. Why should I shrink at thy command, W ho.se love forbids my fears? Or tremble at thy gracious hand, That wipes away my tears ? No, let me ratlier freely yield What most I pri2e, to thee Who never hast a good withheld. Or wilt withhold from me Wisdom and mercy guide my way, Shall I resist tliem boih ? A poor blind creature of a day ? And crusb'd before the moth ! Teacher. Be patient toward all men, see that none render evil for evil unto any man ; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. 1 Thess. V. 14, 15. Scholars. Do all things without murmurings and disputings. Phil. ii. 14. Teach. Be ye also patient, stablish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh. Jas. v. 8. ScHOL. We glory in tribulation, also, knowing that tribulation worketh patience ; and patience, expei-ience ; and experience, hope : and hope maketh not ashamed ; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost, which is given unto us. Rom. v. 3, 4, 5. Teach. Let us run Avith patience the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. Heb. xii. 1, 2. 160 FOURTH TUESDAY IN THE MONTH. 161 ScHOL. Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, con- tinuing instant in prayer. Rom. xii. 12. Teach. Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him, fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass. Ps. xxxvii. 7. ScHOL. I waited patiently for the Lord, and he in- clined unto me, and heard my cry. Ps. xl. 1. Teach. The Lord direct your hearts into the love of God, and into the patient M-aiting for Christ. 2 Thess. iH. 5. ScHOL. If we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it. Rom. viii. 25. Teach. To them who by patient continuance in well- doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, eternal life. Rom. ii. 7. Schol. Whatsoever things were written aforetime, were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope. Rom. XV. 4. Teach. Ye have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen the end of the Lord, that the Lord is very pitiful and of tender mercy. James v. IL Schol. If when we do well and suffer for it, we take it patiently, this is acceptable to God ; for even hereunto were we called, because Christ also suffered for us, leav- ing us an example that -vre should follow his steps. 1 Pet. ii. 20, 21. Tbach. Abraham, after he had patiently endured, ob- tained the promise. Heb. vi. 15. Schol. The patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit. Eccl. vii. 8. Teach. We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers ; remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labor of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sight of God and our Father. 1 Thess. i. 2, 3. 14* 162 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. With humility and reverence, God, ovir heavenly Father, we would present to thee the tribute of our thanks for thy continued care over us, and thy unmerited mercies towards us. To tliee, our Father and God, we owe our life, our health, and our reason, our food and raiment, and all the comforts and privileges, both individual and social, wliich we enjoy. Thou crownest our lives with loving- kiiidness and tender mercy, for which we would praise and magnify thine excellent name. We thank thee that thy watchful providence sustained us, during the hours of repose, that thou didst refresh our bodies with healthful sleep, and hast prolonged our lives to see the light of another morning. Spread over us, we enireat thee, this day, the wings of thine almighty power, and lead us in the way everlasting. Spirit of Grace, de- scend and take entire possession of our hearts, and conse- crate our minds and our bodies, our faculties and affec- tions, our time and our talents, to the service of our God and Saviour. Sovereign Disposer of events! our limes are in thy hand : we would commit all that we have and are to thine unerring wisdom and boundless benevolence. Amid the chances and changes of this mortal life, give us grace not only to do but to suffer thy will. In all the trials through which we may be called to pass, may we be comforted by the promise, "My grace is sufficient for thee ;" and may patience have its perfect work in our hearts, that they be not disquieted by anxious fears, nor indulge ni fretful com- plainings, but in all things acquiesce in thy divine will. In sickness, in bereavement, in crosses, in provocations, and persecutions, may we endure, as seeing him who is in- visible ; and glory in tribulation, also, knowing that tribu- lation worketh patience; and patience, experience ; and ex- perience, hope ; and hope maketh not ashamed ; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost, which is given unto us. Amen! Our Father, &c TEMPERANCE. JFourt!) S'uestJas in tt)e i^ontf). Sbenins. HYMN 90. p. M. ■Smyrna. JESUS, I my cross have taken, All 10 leave and follow thee; Naked, poor, despised, forsaken. Thou, from hence, my all shall be; Perish every fond ambition, All I've sought, or hoped, or kuown, Yet how rich is my condition ! Cod and heaven are still ray own. Soul, then know thy full salvation, Rise o'er sin, and fear, and caie, Joy to find in every station Something siill to do or bear ; Think wh 't spirit dwells within thee ; Think what Father's smiles are thine ; Think that Jesus died to win thee ; Child of heaven, canst thou repine ? Haste iiiee on from grace to glory, ArmeJ by faith, ami winded by prayer ! Heaven's eternal days before thee, God's own hand shall guide thee there. Soon shall close thy earihly mission, Soon shall pass thy pilcrira days : Hope shall change to glad fruition, Faith to sight and prayer to praise. HYMN 91 . p. M. Ashton. THIS slumber from my spirit shake; Warn'd by the Spirit's inward call, Let me to righteousr.ess awake. And pray that I may never fall ; Or give to sin or Satan place. But walk in all thy righteous ways. O wouldst thou, Lord, thy servant guard 'Gainst every known or secret foe; A mind for all assaults prepared, A sober vigilance bestow ; Ever apprised of danger nigh, And when to fig^t and when to fly. O never suffer me to sleep Seciire within the verge of hell; Cut still my watchful spirit keep In lowly awe and loving zeal ; And bless me with a gotily fear. And plant that guardian angel her«. Attended by thai sacred dread, And wise from evil to depart, Let me from strength to strength procetd, And rise to purity of heart : Through all the paths of duty move, From humble faith to perfect love. Teacher. And besides this, giving all diligence, add to your faith, virtue ; and to virtue, knowledge. 2 Pet. i. 5. Scholars. And to knowledge, temperance; and to temperance, patience ; and to patience, godliness ; and to godliness, brotherly kindness ; and to brotherly kind- ness, charity. 2 Pet. i. 6, 7. Teach. This I say then. Walk in the Spirit, and ye flhall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh : and 163 164 MAKUAL, OF DEVOTION. these are contrary the one to the other ; so that ye can- not do the things that ye would. Gal. v. 16, 17. ScHOL. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance : against such there is no law. Gal. v. 22, 23. Teach. Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body, that ye should obey it in the lusts thereof. Rom. vi. 12. ScHOL. For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, teaching us, that denying un- godhness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously and godly, in this present world. Titus ii. 11, 12. Teaoh. Looking for that blessed hope, and the glo- rious appearing of the great God, and our Saviour Jesus Christ. Titus ii. 13. ScHOL. Who gave himself for us, that he might re- deem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a pe- culiar people, zealous of good works. Titus ii. 14. Teach. Know ye not, that they which run in a race, run all, but one receiveth the prize ? So run, that ye may obtain. 1 Cor. ix. 24. ScHOL. And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown ; but we an incorruptible. 1 Cor. ix. 25. Teach. Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 1 Peter i. 13. ScHOL. As obedient children, not fashioning your- selves according to the former lusts in your ignorance. 1 Peter i. 14. Teach. Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, to the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen. Jude i. 24, 25. FOURTH TUESDAY JN THE MONTH. 165 Blessed and eternal Father and God, who makest the outgoings of the morning and evening to rejoice, with emo- tions of gratitude and love, we would offer our evening sacrifice of thanksgiving and prayer unto thee, through the merits and mediation of thy Son, our Saviour. We thank thee for tliy paternal protection this day, and for the mercies and comforts with which we have been favored. Be pleased to guard us during the defenceless hours of repose, and defend us from all injury and harm. Sinners by nature, and far removed from thee by wicked works, we thank thee for the gift of the Holy Spirit to lead us in the way of life — that the grace of God which bring- eth salvation, hath appeared to all men, teaching us, that denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live so- berly, righteously and godly, in this present world. Give us. Almighty Father, to see that the wages of sin is d-eath ; that, if we live after the flesh, we shall die ; but if through the spirit, we mortify the deeds of the body, we shall live. Forbid that sin should ever reign in our mortal bodies, and grant, that justified by faith in the Son of God, we may be sanctified by the Spirit, and crucify the flesh with the affections and lusts, and bring forth to thy honor and glory, the fruits of the Spirit, which are love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness and temperance. Make us, we entreat thee, temperate in all things ; in our views and purposes of life ; in our wishes and desires ; in our amusements and pleasures ; restrain us from all sin- ful indulgences of appetite or passion ; and grant, that whether we eat or drink, or whatsoever we do, we may do all to the glory of God. And unto him that is able to keep us from falling, and to present us faultless before the presence of his glory, with exceeding joy, to the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen ! Our Father, &c. HUMILITY. jfouvt]) Wttintsticis in t})e i^ontl). l^orninfl. HYMN 92. L. M. Iliwulity. WSerefore should mm, frail child of clay, Who, from ihe cradle to the shroud, Lives bat the insect of a day,— O why should mortal man be proud? His brightest visions just appear, Then vanish, and no more are found : The stateliest pile his pride can rear, A breath may level with the ground. Follies and crimes, a counties sum. Are crowded in life's Ihtle span : How ill, alas, does pride become That erring, guilty creature, man ! God of my life ! Father divine! Give me a meek and lowly mind • In modest worth, O let me shine. And peace iu hujnble virtue And. H Y M N 93. L. M. Jura. THCS saith the high and lofty One, ' I sit upon my holy throne ; ' My name is God ; I dwell on high; ' Dwell in my own eternity. ' But I descend to worlds below : ' On earth I have a mansion too : ' The humble spirit and contrite ' Is an abode of my delight. 'The humble soul my words revive: ' 1 bid the nioiirning sinner live ; ' Heal all the broken hearts I find, ' And ease the sorrows of the mind. O may thy pard'ning grace be nigh. Lest we should faint, despair, and die I Thus shall our better thoughu approve The methods of thy chast'ning love. Teacher. I say, through the grace given junto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think ; but to think so- berly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. Rom. xii. 3. Scholars. Lord, what is man, that thou takest know- ledge of him ; or the son of man that thou makest ac- count of him } Ps. cxliv. 3. Teach. What is man, that thou art mindful of him.' and the son of man that thou visitest hii Ps. viii. 4. ScHOL. For better it is that it be said unto thee, Come up hither, than that thou shouldst be put lower. Prov. XXV. 7. Teach. Submit yourselves one to another in the fear of God. Eph. V. 21. ScHOL. For thus saith the high and lofty One that in- 166 POtTRTfi WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 167 habiteth eternity, whose name is Holy : I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble sjjirit to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones. Isa. Ivii. 15. Teach. "What doth the Lord require of thee but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God ? Mic. vi. 8. ScHOL. God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. James iv. 6. Teach. Though the Lord be high, yet hath he re- spect unto the lowly. Ps. cxxxviii. 6. ScHOL. Better is it to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoils w*ith the proud. Prov. Xvi. 19. Teach. By humility and the fear of the Loid, are riches, and honor, and life. Prov. xxii. 4. ScHOL. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matt. v. 3. Teach. The publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast) saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. Luke xviii. 18. ScHOL. Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, Because thy heart was tender and thou hast humbled thyself be- fore the Lord, and hast rent thy clothes and wept before me, I also have heard thee. 2 Kings xxii. 19. Teach. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up. James iv. 10. ScHOL. Whosoever shall exalt himself, shall be abased ; and he that shall humble himself, shall be ex- alted. Matt, xxiii. 12. Teach. Lord, make me to know mine end, and the measure of my days, what it is ; that I may know how frail I am. Ps. xxxix. 4. Schol. Lord, thou hast heard the desire of the humble, thou wilt prepare their heart, thou wilt cause thine ear to hear. Ps. x. 17. 168 MANUAI^ OF DEVOTION. THOU infinite and glorious Jehovah, who art the King eternal, immortal and invi^ble, the only wise God ; when we consider thy majesty and glory, we are forced to ex- claim, "Lord, what is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou deignest to visit him?" We bless and magnify thine excellent name, that thy bound- less glory does not render thee indifferent to the creatures thou hast formed ; that, although thou art the high and lofty One that inhahiteth eternity, whose name is Holy, thou hast said, "I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones." As the beginning of all sin was pride, so the beginning of all virtue must be humility. Set, therefore, O Lord, before our eyes, the fear of thee — that we may hate evil, pride, arrogancy, the evil way and the froward mouth. Prepare our hearts, God, that in humility and self- abasement we may approach thy throne. We would come as the Prodigal, and acknowledge our unworthiness ; Fa- tlier, we have sinned against heaven, and before thee, and are no more worthy to be called thy childien, make us as thy hired servants. We would come as the Publican, and acknowledge our sinfulness ; God be merciful to us sin- ners. Cleanse us from the guilt of sin, and create us anew in righteousness and true holiness. Blessed Jesus ! do thou teach us humility. May we learn of thee who art meek and lowly in heart. Divest us of pride, clothe us with humility, eradicate every root of bitterness from our breasts, and let the peace of God, which passeth undei-standing, rule in our hearts, and reg- ulate our lives. We thank thee, Lord, for the light of this day; pre- pare our hearts for its duties ; bless us in our studies, and prosper all our labors ; and let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon us; and establish thou the work of our hands. MEEKNESS. jfonvW) 2[&*etJiiestJas m tlje faontJ). Sbening. HYMN 94. h. M. El Faran. THOU Lamb of God, thou Prince of peace For ihee ray tliirsly soul doth piiie; My longing heart implores thy grace ; O make me in thy likeness sliine. With fratidle^, even, humble mind. Thy will in all things may I see ; In love be every wish resignM, And haliow'd my whole heart to thee. When pain o'er my weak flesh prevails, With lamb-like patience arm my breast: When grief my woiinJed soul assails, In lowly meekness may I rest. Close by thy side si ill may I keep, Howe'er life's various current flow ; Willi steaiifast eye mark every step. And follow where my Lord doth go. H Y AI X 95. L. M. Cratitvde. NOT diff'reiit foal, nor diff'rent dress, Compose the kingdom of otir Lord ; But peace, and jcy, and righieousoesi, Faith, and obedience to liis word. When weaker Chrtsiians we despise, We do ihe gospel niigluy wrong ; For God, the gracious and the wise, Ileceives the fetble'wiih the stioug. Let priJe aixl wrath be banish'd henc»; Meekness ami love our souls pursue: Kor shall our paiience give od'ence To saints, the Gentile, or the Jew. Then we who own one F.ither here, And walk in meekness and in love. Shall 'roand his board in heaveo appe0 And form one brotherhood above. Teacher. The ornament of a meek and quiet .spirit is in the sight of God of great price. 1 Peter ii, 4. Scholars. For the Lord taketh plea.sure in his peo- ple : he will beautify the meek with salvation. Ps. cxlix. 4. Teach. The Lord lifteth up the meek, he casteth the wicked down to the ground. Ps. cxlvii. 6. ScHOL. With righteousne-s's shall he judge the poor, and reprove with efj[uity for the meek of the earth : and he shall smite the earth with the rod of his mouth, and with the breath of his lips shall he slay the wicked. Isa. 4. Teach. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. Matt. v. 5. ScHOL. But yet a little while, and the wicked shall not be : yea, thou shall diligently consider his place, and it shall not be. But the meek shall inherit the earth : and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace Ps. xxxvii. 10. 15 169 170 MANUAL OP DEVOTION. Teach. And the servant of the Lord must not strive ; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient ; in meek- ness instructing those that oppose themselves. 2 Tim. ii.25. ScHOL. The meek he will guide in judgment, and the meek will he teach his way. Ps. xxv. 9. Teach. Who is a wise man; and endued with know- ledge among you ? let him shew out of a good conversa- tion his works with meekness of wisdom. James iii. 13. ScHOL. The wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. James iii. 18. Teach. Seek ye the Lord all ye meek of the earth, which wrought his judgment, seek righteousness, seek meekness, it may be ye shall be hid in the day of the Lord's anger. Zeph. ii. 3. ScHOL. If a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meek- ness. Gal. vi. 1. Teach. Put them in mind to be subject to principali- ties and powers, to obey maj^istrates, to be ready to ev- ery good work, to speak evil of no man, to be no bra-w"- lers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men. Tit. iii. 1, 2. ScHOL. With all lov,?liness and meekness, with long- suffering, forbearing one another in love ; endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Eph. iv. 2, 3. Teach. Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, long-suffering ; forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any. even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye. Col. iii. 12, 13. ScHOL. The fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, long- suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temper- ance. Gal. V. 22, 23. FOURTH WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 171 Our Father in heaven, we would encompass the throne of grace, this evening, and render unto thee our grateful tribute of praise for the goodness and mercy that have crowned this day. Continue, we beseech thee, thy gra- cious protection, through the night, and grant us quiet and repose, to refresh our bodies, and fit them for the duties of the coming morrow. Bless, we entreat thee, the labors of the day in which we have been engaged, and forgive the imperfections of the same. We have passed through another period of probation, and are a day nearer to our gi-aves and to thy judgment bar. May the rapid flight of time teach us the measure of our days, that we may know how frail we are •, may we be careful to improve each passing moment ; and whatsoever our hand findeth to do, may we do it with all our might ; for there is no work, nor device, nor know- ledge, nor wisdom in the grave, whither we are going. God of benevolence and purity, look upon us with com- passion, and blot out our sins ; create within us a clean heart, and renew a right spirit within us, that we may pursue whatsoever things are pure, and lovely, and of good report. Subdue within our hearts the selfishness of our nature, and those angry passions which are injurious to the soul, and offensive to God, and may our hearts be filled, Lord, with love to thee and to each other. May the same mind be in us which was in Christ Jesus, who when he was reviled, reviled not again ; when he suf- fered, threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously. May we learn of him to be meek and lowly of heart, that we may find rest to our souls, and put on, as the elect of God, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, long-suffering ; forbearing one another and forgiving one another, even as Christ for- gave us. Hear and answer, for the Redeemer's sake. Amenl Our Father, who art in heaven, &c. BROTHERLY KINDNESS. jfouvtl) 5:i)ursTjai) in t!)C ^Hontl). fHoi'nfiin. H Y M N 96. c. >i. Unity. LO, what an entertaining sight; Are brethren who agree ! Brethren, whose clieerful hearts unite In banJs of piety ! When streams of love, from Christ the spr Desceiifl to ev'ry soul. And hea%"enly peace, with balmy wing Sharle^ ajKl bedews the whole: 'Tis like the oil, divinely sweet, On Aaron's rev'rend head ; The trickling drops perfum'd his feet, And o'er bis garments spread. 'Tis pleasant a* the morning dews, That fall on Zion's hi 1 ; Where God his mildest glory shews, And makes bis grace ditlil. HYMN 97. p. M. Mozart. ONE there is above all others, Well deserves the name of friend; His is love beyond a brother's, Costly, free, and knows no eud. Which of all our friends to save us. Could or would have shed his blood" But this Saviour died to have us Reconciled in him to God. When he lived on earth abased. Friend of siiineri wa» his iiame^ Now above all glory raised, He rejoices in the saiue. O, for grace our hearts to Eoftea, 'I'eaeh us. Lord, at length to love; We, alas ! forget too often. What a friend we have above. Teacher, Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity. Ps. cxxxiii. 1. Scholars. It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard : that went dawn to the skirts of his garments. Ps. cxxxiii. 2. Teach, As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion : for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life for evermore. Ps. cxxxiii, 3. ScHOL. A man that hath friends, must show himself friendly ; and there is a friend, that sticketh closer than a brother. Prov, xviii. 24, Teach. Be kindly afFectioned one to another with brotherly love ; in honor preferring one another ; rejoic- ing in hope ; patient in tribulation, continuing instant in prayer, distributing to the necessity of saints. Rom. xii 10, 12, 13. 172 rOURTH THURSDAY IN THE MONTH. 173 ScHOL. This commandment have we from God, that iie who loveth God, love his brother also. 1 John iv. 21 Teach. The Lord make you to increase and abound in love one toward another, and toward all men, even as we do toward you. 1 Thess. iii, 12. ScHOL. We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. 1 John iii. 14. Teach. If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar, for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God, whom he hath not seen ? 1 John iv. 20. ScHOL. He that loveth his brother abideth in the light, and there is none occasion of stumbling in him. But he that hateth his brother is in darkness, and walketh in darkness, and knoweth not whither he goeth, because that darkness hath blinded his eyes. 1 John ii. 10, 11. Teach. Be ye kind one to another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you. Eph. iv. 32. ScHOL. God comforteth us in all our tribulations, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble. 2 Cor. i. 4. Teach. Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ. Gal. vi. 2. ScHOL. We then that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not to please ourselves. Rom. XV. 1. Teach. Why dost thou judge thy brother ? or why dost thou set at nought thy brother? for we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ. Rom. xiv. 10. ScHOL. Let us not therefore judge one another any more. Rom. xiv. 13. Teach. Add to your faith virtue, and to virtue know- ledge, and to knowledge temperance, and to temperance patience, and to patience godliness, and to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness charity 2 Pet. i. 5, 6, 7. I5« 174 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Almighty and eternal Jehovah, we adore thee as our God and Father in Christ; it is in thee we live and move and have our being. We thank thee, thou Creator and Preserver of men, that thy providence is still over us ; we have lain down and slept, and have risen up again, because thou hast sustained us. We thank thee for the light of this day; we tiiank thee for life, this day; we thank thee for health, and for the exercise of reason and all our faculties of mind and body. Reanimated, this morning, with the vigor of a renewed life, we would dedicate to thee, this day, our souls and our bodies, which is our reasonable service. Cleanse our hearts, O Lord, from all sin, and eradicate from them all uncharitable and unsocial feelings. May sentiments of benevolence and kindness control our thoughts, words and actions ; may all haughtiness, pride and malice be cast down, and humility, mercy and love, reign supreme in our hearts ; that Ave may be kindly affectioned one to another, with brotherly love ; in honor preferring one another. Give us an increasing attachment to thy church and people. May we love the spirit they breathe, the language they speak, the pursuits they follow, and the graces with which they are adorned ; and may we know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. And grant, O Lord, that while we have an especial regard for those who are united to us by the ties of nature and of grace, we may cherish feelings of benevolence to the whole human family — and may look upon the earth itself as one neighborhood, and its various races as the great brotherhood of man. Amen! Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name : thy kingdom come : thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven : give us this day our daily bread : and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive them that trespass against us: lead us not into temptation; &c. CHARITY, jFourtI) SiljurstJaj; in tijc ittontl). H^jeninrj. HYMN 98. c. M. Tallis. O CHARITY, thou heavenly grace! All tender, soft and kind! A friend to all ifie human race, To all that's good inclin'd 1 The inan of charity extends To all his libVal hand; His kindred, neighlwrs, foes and frieuds His pity may command. He ai'ls the poor in their distress ; He hears when they complain ; Willi tender heart delights to hless, And lessen all their pain. The sick, the pris'ner, poor and blind, And all the sons of grief, In him a benefactor find- He loves to give relief. •Tis love that makes religion sweet: »Tis love (hat makes us rise, With willing minds an 1 ardent feet, To yonder happy skies. Then let us all in love abound. And charity pursue; Thus shall we be with glory crown'd, And love as angels do. HYMN 99. p. M. Acton. JESUS, Lord, we look to thee ; Let us in thy name agree ; Show thyself the Prince of peace ; Bid our jars forever cease. By ihy reconciling love, Kvery stumbling-block remove; Each to each iniite, endear; Come, and spread thy banner here. Make us of one heart and mind,— Courleous, pitiful, and kind : Lowly, meek, in thought and word,- Altogether like our Lord. Lei us for each other care ; Each the other's burdens bear: To thy Church the ra'tern give ; Show how true believers live. Free from anger and from priJe, Let us thus in God abide ; All the depths of love express, — All the heights of hohness. Let us then with joy remove To the family above ; On the wings of angels fly ; Show how true believers die. Teacher. Be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity. 1 Tim. iv. 12. Scholars. Now the end of the commandment is charity out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned. 1 Tim. i. 5. Teach. And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves : for charity shall cover the multitude of sins. 1 Pet. iv. 8. ScHOL. Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. 1 Cor. xiii. 1. 175 176 MANUAL, OF DEVOTIOW. Teach. And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge ; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing. 1 Cor. xiii. 2. ScHOL. And though I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing. 1 Cor. xiii. 3. Teach. Charity sufTereth long, and is kind ; charity envieth not ; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up. 1 Cor. xiii. 4. ScHOL. Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil. 1 Cor. xiii. 5. Teach. Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth, 1 Cor. xiii. 6. ScHOL. Beai-eth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things. 1 Cor. xiii. 7. Teach. Charity never faileth : but whether there be prophecies, they shall fail ; whether there be tongues, they shall cease ; whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away. 1 Cor. xiii. 8. ScHOL. For we know in part, and we prophesy in part. But when that which is perfect is come, then that which is in part shall be done away. 1 Cor. xiii. 9, 10. Teach. And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three ; but the greatest of these is charity. 1 Cor. xiii. 13. ScHOL. Follow after charity and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy. 1 Cor. xiv, 1, Teach. And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness. Col. iii. 14. ScHOL. And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body ; and be ye thankful. Col. iii. 5. Teach. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom ; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms, and hymns, and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. Col. iii. 16. FOURTH THURSDAY IN THE MONTH. 177 In thy great mercy, Lord our God, we have been permitted to pass through the labors and cares of another day. Thou hast blessed our going out and our coming in, and preserved us from all evil. We adore and praise thy name, tliat we are again permitted to encompass thy holy altar, before we retire to rest. In our approaches to thee, give us the sincerity of unfeigned devotion, that we may wait upon thee acceptably, with reverence and godly fear, and worship thee in spirit and in truth. We come before thy throne under a sense of our un- worthiness ; cast us not away from thy presence, but look upon us in the face of thine Anointed. We come under a sense of our sinfulness ; blot out our transgressions, heal all our bacJvslidings, receive us graciously and love us freely. Purify our hearts by the renewing of the Holy Ghost, and enrich them with all spiritual graces. Give us faith, without which it is impossible to please thee, and may we add to our faith virtue, and to virtue knowledge, and to knowledge temperance, and to temperance patience, and to patience godliness, and to godliness brotherly kind- ness, and to brotherly kindness charity. May the love of Christ constrain us to love our neigh- bor as ourselves, and may we ever practise that charity which is the bond of perfectness, and the end of the com- mandment, out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned. May this grace ever preserve us from impatience, ill-will, envy, pride, and censoriousness in our intercourse with others, and fill our hearts with sympathy and benevolence to our relatives and friends, to the church and the whole family of man, that we may be an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, and in purity. Amen! Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name: thy kingdom come : thy will be done in earth as it is in hea- ven: give us this day our daily bread: and forgive, &c. CONFIDENCE IN GOB. iFouctl) jFn'UaD in t^e itlontl). i^orninfl. HYMN 100. L. M. Sargent. HE who hath made his refuge— God, Shall find a mosi secure abode ; Shall walk all day beneath his shade. And there, at night, shall rest bis bead. Then will I say, ' My God thy power ' Shall lie my tortress and my tower ; ••I, that am tirm'd of leeble dust, 'iVIalie thine Almighty arm niy trust.' If burning beams of noon conspire To dart a pestilential fire, God is their life : his wings are spread. To shield them with a healthful shade. I'f vapors, with inaUi^nant breath, Rise thick and scatter midnight death Israel is safe : the poison'd air Grows pure, if Israel's God be there-. HYMN Iftl. s. M. Marcus. THE Lord my Shepherd is, I stiall be well supplied ; Since he is mine and I am bis. What can I want beside? Since he is mine aiul I am his W hat can 1 warn beside 1 He leads me to the place Where heav'niy pasture grows; Where living waters gently pass. And CaJI salvation flows. Where- living waters gently pass. And {till salvation flows. If eVr I go astray, He doth my soul reclaim ; And gNJdes me in bis own right way For his most holy name. And guides me in his own right way. For his most holy name. Teacher. I have set the Lord always before me : be- cause he is at my rig^lit hand, I shall not be moved. Ps. exvi. 8. Scholars. The beloved of the Lord shall dwell in safety by him, and the Lord shall cover him all the day long. Deut. xxxiii. 12. Teach. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most Hig-h shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. Ps. xci. 1. ScHOL. I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress : my God ; in him will I trust. Ps. xci. 2. Teach. Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence. Ps. xci. 3. ScHOL. He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust : his truth shall he thy shield and buckler. Ps. xci. 4. 178 FOURTH FRIDAY IN THE MONTH, 179 Teach. Thou slialt not be afraid for the terror by night ; nor for the arrow that flieth by day ; nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness ; nor for the destruc- tion that wasteth at noon-day. Ps. xci, 5, 6, ScHOL. Because thou hast made the Lord, which is my refuge, even the Most High, thy habitation ; there shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. Ps. xci. 9, 10, Teach. Thou shall dig about thee, and thou shalt take thy rest in safety. Also thou shalt lie down, and none shall make thee afraid. Job xi. 18, 19. ScHOL. I will both lay me down in peace and sleep ; for, thou, Lord, only makest me to dwell in safety, Ps. iv. 8. Teach. When thou liest down thou shalt not be afraid -, yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet. Prov. iii. 24. Schol. He giveth his beloved skep, Ps. cxxvii. 2. Teach. Behold he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord is thy keeper : the Lord is thy shade up^n thy right hand. Ps. cxxi, 4, o. Schol. As the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so the Lord is round about his people, from henceforth even forever. Ps. cxxv. 2. Teach. Thus saith the Lord that created thee, Ja- cob, and he that formed thee, Israel, Fear not : for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name ; thou art mine, Isaiah xliii, 1. Schol, When thou passest through the waters, 1 will be with thee ; and through the rivers, they shall not over- flow thee : when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned ; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. Isa. xliii, 2, Teach, For 1 am the Lord thy God, the Holy One of Israel, thy Saviour, Isaiah xliii. 3. 180 MANUAI. OF DEVOTIOH. God ! who art the confidence of the ends of the earth, and of all those who are afar off upon the sea: thou art the strength of them that confide in thee ; therefore do the chil- dren of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings. Author of all being, centre of all power, sovu-ce of all wisdom, fount of all goodness, we adore thee in the infin- ite and glorious attributes of thine exalted nature. Thou art infinite in power to protect, whom shall we fear? Thou art infinite in wisdom to guide, of what shall we be afraid,? Thou art infinite in goodness to bless, for what shall we be careful? O, enable us to trust in thee, with all our heart, and lean not to our own understanding; and to ac- knowledge thee in all our ways, that thou mayst direct our paths. Prepare our hearts, we pray thee, for all the events of thy providence, and give us an unwavering reliance upon thee, under every dispensation ; in adversity as well as in prosperity ; in sorrow as well as in rejoicing ; in sickness as in health ; and should the days of darkness be many, may we never think thee less wise or good under the cloud, than in the sunshine; but where we cannot trace thee in the darkness, may we trust ; and walking by faith, and not by sight, cast not away our confidence, which hath great recompense of reward, but be able to exclaim, "Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him. Although the fig-tree may not blossom, neither fruit be in the vines ; the labor of the olive fail, and the fields yield no meat ; the flock be cut oflf from the fold, and there be no herd in the stalls — yet will I rejoice in the Lord, and joy in the God of my salvation." We bless thee, heavenly Father, that he that keepeth Israel doth not slumber nor sleep; and that we have lain down in peace and slept, and risen up again, because thou. Lord, only makest us to dwell in safety. Lead us this day in the way everlasting, and save us for Christ's sake. CONFIDENCE IN GOD. JFourtf) ifvfDai) in tJjc j^ontlj. Hbeninn- HYMN 102. L. M. HYMN 103. t. M. Stonefield. Raymond. GOD is onr refuge and defence ; GLORY to ihee, my God this night, In trouble our unfailing aid : For all the blessings of the light : Secure in his omnipotence, Keep me, O keep me, King of kings, What foe can make our souls afraid ? Beneath the shadow of tliy wings. Vea, though the earth's foundation rock, Forgive me. Lord, for thy dear Son, An 1 raouiitaiiis down the gulf be hurl'J, The ill which I this day have done ; ni-: people smile amid the shock : That with the world, myself and thee, They look beyond tiiia transient world. I, ere I sleep, at peace may be. There is a river pure and bright, [plains ; Teach me to live, that I may dread Whose streams make glad the heavenly The grave as little as my bed ; Where in eternity of light Teach me to die, that so I may The city of our God remains. Rise glorious at the judgment day. Built by the word of his command, O let my soul on thee repose, • With his unclouded presence blest. And may sweet sleep mine eyelids close ; Firm as his throne the bulwarks stand; Sleep which shall me more vig'rous makei There is our home, our hope, our rest To serve my God, when I awake. Teacher. Trust in the Lord with all thy heart ; and lean not unto thine own understanding ; in all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Prov. iii. 5, 6. Scholars. It is better to trust in the Lord, than to put confidence in princes. Ps. cxviii. 9. Teach. The Lord shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken. Prov. iii. 2(i. ScHOL. In thee, Lord, do I put my trust, let me never be put to confusion. Ps. Ixxi. 1. Teach. Whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe. Prov, xxix. 25. ScHOL. Thou art my hope, Lord God ; thou art my trust from my youth. Ps. Ixxi. 5. Teach. The Lord God is a sun and shield : the Lord will give grace and glory ; no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. Ps. Ixxxiv. IL 16 181 182 MANUAL OP DEVOTION. ScHOL. The God of my rock, in him will I trust, he is my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower and my i-efuge, my Saviour. 2 Sam. xxii. 3. Teach. The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer ; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust. Ps. xviii. 2. ScHOL Because thou hast been my help, therefore in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice. Ps. Ixiii. 7. Teach. Fear thou not, for I am with thee ; be not dismayed, for I am thy God ; I will strengthen thee ; yea, I will help thee ; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. Isa. xli. 10. ScHOL. Help us, God of our salvation, for the glory of thy name. Ps. Ixxix. 9. Teach. I, the Lord thy God, will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee. Fear not, I will help thee. Is. xli. 13; ScHOL. Let us come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. Heb. iv. 16. Teach. The Lord will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness ; for by strength shall no man prevail. 1 Sam. ii. 9. ScHOL. Keep me, Lord, from the hands of the wicked. Ps. cxl. 4. Teach. Let them that suffer according to the will of Ood, commit the keeping of their souls to him in well- doing, as unto a faithful Creator. 1 Pet, iv. 19. Schol. keep my soul and deliver me, let me not be xishamed ; for I put my trust in thee. Ps xxv. 20. Teach. Lord, who is like unto thee? which deliverest the poor from him that is too strong for him, yea, the poor and the needy, from him that spoileth him. Ps. XXXV. 10. Schol. Thou art my hiding-place ; thou shalt pre- serve me from trouble ; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance Ps. xxxii 7. FOURTH FRIDAY IN THE MONTH. 183 Almighty and eternal Jehovah! thou art the God, even thou alone, of all the kingdoms of the earth ; for thou hasi, made the heavens and the earth, and the inhabitants there- of. We adore thee as the ruler of the universe, and we would repose confidence in the wisdom, justice and mercy of thy government. Thou art too wise to err, and too good to be unkind. The Lord reigneth, let the earth re- joice; let the multitude of the isles thereof be glad. Blessed Jesus, may we become the subjects of thy peaceful kingdom. May we be delivered from the bond- age of sin and death, and take upon us thy yoke which is easy, and thy burden which is light. Rule over us. King Immanuel. Enlighten our understandings, and fill them with heavenly wisdom; subdue our wills, and make them obedient to thy law; rule over our affections and fill them with love — love to thee, love to each other, love to the church, and love to all mankind. Make our souls thy sacred temples, and the members of our bodies the instru- ments of righteousness, that we may serve thee, in our souls and our bodies, which are thine. God of benevolence and love ; as thou didst not with- hold thine only Son, but didst deliver him up for us all, O, give us a lively confidence in thee, that with him, thou wilt freely give us all things; for the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord will give grace and glory, ajid no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. Lord help us to see thy hand in all things. Sanctify to us all the events of thy providence — our afflictions, our disappointments, our losses and bereavements; and know- ing that the Lord doth not willingly afflict the childi-en of men, may we regard them as the merciful chastisements of our Father in heaven, and rejoice that these light afflic- tions, which are but for a moment, shall work out for us, a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. Amen! Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, &c. BLESSINGS UPON FAMILIES jFourtI) Saturtiai) fix tije J^ontlj. i^otninfl. HYMN 104. c. M. Florence. O HAPPY man, whose bouI is fill'd With zeal and rev'reiid awe ! His lips to God their honors yield, His life adorns the law. A careful providence will stand, And ever guard thy head: Will on the labors of thy hand Its kindly blessings shed. Thy wife shall be a fruitful vine ; Thy children round thy board. Each like a plant of honor sliine, And leani to fear the Lord. The Lord will thy best hopes fulfil, For months and years to come ; The Lord, who dwells on Zion's hill, Will send the blessings home. HYMN 105. L. M. South Street. FATHER of men, thy care we bless, Which crowns our families with peace; From thee they sprung, and by tliy hand Their root and branches are sustain'd. To God most worthy to be prais'd, Be our domestic altars rais'd ; Who, Lord of Heaven, scorns not to dwel Witli saints in their obscurest cell. To thee may each united flouse. Morning and night, present its vows ; Our servants here, and rising race. Be taught thy precepts, ani.1 thy grace. l)h may each future age proclaim The honors of thy glorious name ; While, plejis'd and thankful, we remove To join the family above. Teacher. The house of the righteous shall stand. Prov. xii. 7. Scholars. The tabernacle of the upright shall flourish. Prov. xiv. 11. Teach. He blesseth the habitation of the just. Prov. iii. 33. ScHOL. Thou shalt know also that thy tabernacle shall be in peace ; and thou shalt visit thy habitation and shall not sin. Thou shalt know also that thy seed shall be great, and thine offspring as the grass of the earth. Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in in his season. Job. v. 24,25,26. Teach. If thou wert pure and upright, surely now he would awake for thee, and make the habitation of thy righteousness prosperous. Though thy beginning were 184 FOURTH SATtTRDAY IN THE MONTH. 185 small, yet thy latter end should greatly increase. Job viii 6,7. ScHOL. Thy wife shall be as a fruitful vine by the sides of thine house ; thy children, like olive plants round about thy table. Behold thus shall the man be blessed that feareth the Lord. Ps. cxxviii. 3, 4. Teach. The Lord shall bless thee out of Zion ; and thou shait see the good of Jerusalem all the days of thy life. Yea thou shall see thy children's children, and peace upon Israel. Ps. cxxviii. 5, 6. ScHOL. I will be the God of all the families of Israel, and they shall be my people. Jer. xxxi. 1. Teach. And ye shall be my people, emd I will be your God. Jer. xxx. 22. ScHOL. Thou shalt keep the statutes, that it may go well with thee, and thy children after thee. Deut. v. 29. Teach. I will give them one heart and one way, that they may fear me forever, for the good of them, and of their children after them. Jer. xxxii. 39. ScHOL. The just man walketh in his integrity ; his children are blessed after him. Prov. xx. 7. Teach. His seed shall be mighty upon earth ; the generation of the upright shall be blessed. Ps. cxii. 2. ScHOL. A good man leaveth an inheritance xinto his children's children ; and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just. Prov. xiii. 22. Teach. The seed of the righteous shall be delivered Prov. xi. 21. ScHOL. In the fear of the Lord is strong confidence ; and his children shall have a place of refuge. Prov. xiv. 26. Teach. The children of thy servants shall contmue, and their seed shall be established before thee. Ps. cii. 28. ScHOL. I have been young and now am old, yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread. He is merciful and lendeth ; and his seed is blessed. Ps. xxxvii. 25, 26. 16* 186 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. God, thou art the God of all the families of the earth, for thy power has created them, and thy pi'ovidence sus- tained them. But thou art especially the God of the fami- lies that reverence thy name, and keep thy command- ments. Thy curse is in the house of the wicked, but thou blessest the habitation of the just. Father Almighty, we come to thee in the name of him in whom all the families of the earth shall be blessed. God of the families of Israel ! thou art our God, we will praise thee; thou art our fathers' God, we will exalt thine excellent name. Look mercifully upon us, we beseech thee, this morning, and bless us with the favor with which thou regardest thy people. Bless all the families with which we are connected. Give grace to the heads of them respectively to teach and govern their offspring, and to lay upon them all wise, ne- cessary, and salutary restraints, and to commend, by the example of their lives, as well as by precept, the gospel of Christ. May their children become thy children, their friends thy friends, their servants thy servants; and may they be families saved by the Lord, and working right- eousness before thee. Give them thy favor which is life, and thy loving-kindness which is better than life. Grant them, we beseech thee, the temporal blessings which are necessary for their sustenance and comfort in this life; but especially, bestow upon them those spiritual blessings which will enrich the soul, when all earthly comforts shall fail and pass away. Shepherd of Israel, who carriest in thine arms the lambs of the flock, have in thy holy keeping those who in the days of their youth have remembered thee their Creator, and have turned their feet unto thy testimonies. Direct them by thy wisdom, defend them by thy power, and adorn them by thy grace ; that our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth, and our daughters as corner- stones, polished after the similitude of a palace. Amen) THE BEATITUDES. JFouvtl) Satuvtini) tn the i^lontl;. HbeniuQ. HYMN 106. L. M. Temple Street. BfiEST are the humble souls who see Blest are the men, whose bowels mive. Their emptiness antl poverty : And melt with sympathy and love; Treasures of grace to them are given, From Christ, the LorJ, shail lliey obiam And crowns of joy laid up in heaven. Like sympathy and love again. Blest are the men of broken heart, Blest are the pure, whose liearis aw clean Who mourn for sins with inward sm.irt ; From the defiling power of sin; The blooJ of Christ divinely flaws, VMth endless pleasure, they shall see A healing balm for all llieir woes. A God of spotless ptnity. Blest are the meek, who stand afar Blest are the men of peaceful life. From rage and passion, noise and war ; Who quench Uie coals of growing strife ; God will secure their happy state, They shall be c.dl'd tlie heirs of bliss. And plead their cause .agamst tlie great. The so s of God, the GoJ of peace. Blest are ihe souh that thirst for grace, Blest are the suff'rers, who p.irtake Hunger and long f>ir righteousness; Of pain and shame for Jesus' sake; They shall be well snpply'd and fei.l, Their souls shall triumph in the Lonl ; Wiih living streams and living bread. Glory and joy are their reward. Teacher. Blessed are the poor in spirit : for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matt. v. 3. Scholars. Blessed are they that movirn : for they shall be comforted. Matt. v. 4. Teach. Blessed are the meek : for they shall inherit the earth. Matt. v. 5. ScHOL. Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness : for they shall be filled. Matt, v. 6. Teach. Blessed are the merciful :' for they shall ob- tain mercy. Matt. v. 7. ScHOL. Blessed are the pure in heart : for they shall see God. Matt. v. 8. Teach. Blessed are the peace-makers : for they shall be called the children of Crod. Matt. v. 9. ScHOL. Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake : for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matt. V. 10. 187 188 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Teach. Blessed are ye when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Matt. v. 11. ScHOL. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad : for great ia your reward in heaven : for so persecuted they the pro- phets which were before you. Matt. v. 12. Teach. Blessed are the undefiled in the way who v/alk in the law of the Lord. Ps. cxix. 1. ScHOL. Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart. They also do no iniquity : they walk in his ways. Ps. cxix. 2, 3. Teach. Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound : they shall walk, Lord, in the light of thy coun- tenance. Ps. Ixxxix. 15. ScHOL. In thy name shall they rejoice all the day : and in thy righteousness shall they be exalted. Ps. Ixxxix. 16. Teach. Blessed is the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors. For whoso findeth me, findeth life, and shall obtain favor of the Lord. Prov. viii. 34, 35. Schol. Blessed are they that dwell in thy house : they will be still praising thee. Ps. Ixxxiv. 4. Teach. Blessed is the man to whom the Lord will not impute sin. Rom. iv. 8. Schol. Blessed are they whose iniquities are forgiven, and whose sins are covered. Rom. iv. 7. Teach. Blessed is the man whose strength is in thee. For the Lord is a sun and a shield ; the Lord will give grace and glory : no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. Ps. Ixxxiv. 5, 11. Schol. Blessed is the man that endureth temptation ; for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. James i. 12. Teach. Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord ; and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheri- tance. Ps. xxxiii. 12 FOURTH SATURDAY IN THE MONTH. 189 "VVe adore thee, our Father and God, as a God of bound- less benevolence and mercy. Thou art the Father of mer- cies, from whom cometh down every good and perfect gift. We thank thee for the enjoyment of all the temporal and spiritual blessings with which we have been favored , during the week now drawing to a close. Thy protection has been over us ; thou hast blessed our going out, and our coming in ; thou hast m.inistered to our wants, and we are permitted again to supplicate a throne of grace. Thou hast been our sun, this day, be our shield through the night, and preserve us to behold the light of thy holy day, and to enter upon its duties. We thank thee, O Lord, for the words of counsel and of comfort, which we have just read — that although our ears were not permitted to listen to the living voice of him that spake as never man spake, our eyes are privileged to read the gracious truths that fell from his lips. Oh! may the graces he commends be our ornament, and the bless ings he utters be our inheritance. Deliver us, God , from pride, and make us poor in spirit, that we may inherit the kingdom of heaven. Amid the sorrows of life be thou our joy and crown of rejoicing. Deliver us from all un- charitableness, and make us meek and lowly of heart. May our souls hunger for the bread of life, and thirst for the watei-s of salvation, that they may be filled. Make us merciful and kind, that we may obtain mercy, and find, grace to help in time of need. Make us pure in heart, that we may see God by faith upon earth, and behold his face in heaven. Make us the friends and followers of peace, that we may feel how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity. And amid the afflictions and persecutions of earth, may we look forward to an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for us. Amen! Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, &c. HOUSE OF GOD :^ifti) SuntiaD in ti)e ^ontti- plnrninfl. HYMN 107. YE nations of the earth rejoice, Before the Lord, your sovereign King, Serve him with cheerful heart and voice; With all your tongues his glory sing. The Lord is God;— 'lis he alone Doth life and breath and being give; We are his work, and not our own ; The sheep that on his pasture live. Enter his gates with songs of joy ; With praises to his courts repair: And make it your divine employ, To pay your thanks and honors there. The Lord is good; the Lord is kind; Great is his grace, his mercy sure ; And the whole race of man shall find Hii truth from age to age endure. HYMN 108. C. M. Happiness. MY soul, how lovely is the place, To which thy God resorts I 'Tis heaven, to see his smiling face, Though in his earthly courts. There the great monarch of the skies His saving power displays; And light breaks in upon our eyes, With kind and quick'ning rays. With his rich gifts the heav'niy Dove Descends, and fills the place; While Christ reveals his wondroui lore. And sheds abroad his grace. There, mighty God, thy words declare The secrets of thy will ; And still we seek thy mercies there ; And sing thy praises still. Teacher. The Lord is in his holy temple ; let all the earth keep silence before him. Hab. ii. 20. Scholars. Ye shall keep my Sabbaths, and reverence my sanctuary, I am the Lord. Lev. xix. 30. Teach. Every one that keepeth my Sabbath from polluting it, and taketh hold of my covenant, even them will I bring to" my holy mountain, and make them joyful in my house of prayer ; their burnt-offerings and their sacrifices shall be accepted upon mine altar ; for my house shall be called a house of prayer for all people. Is. Ivi. 6, 7. ScHOL. Exalt the Lord our God, and worship at his holy hill ; for the Lord our God is holy. Ps. xcix. 9. Teach. The Lord is great, and greatly to be praised : he is to be feared above all gods. Honor and majesty are before him ; strength and beauty are in his sanctuary. Ps. xcvi. 4, 6. 190 FIFTH SUNDAY IN THE MONTH. 191 ScHOL. Give unto the Lord, ye kindreds of the people, give unto the Lord glory and strength. Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name : bring an offering, and come into his courts. Ps. xcvi. 7, 8. Teach. worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness : fear before him, all the earth. Say among the heathen that the Lord reigneth. Ps. xcvi. 9, 10. ScHOL. Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord?, and who shall stand in the holy place? Ps. xxiv. 3. Teach. He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart : who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully. He shall receive the blessing from the Lord, and righteousness from the God of his salvation. Ps. xxiv. 4, 5. ScHOL. Wherewith shall T come before the Lord, and bow myself before the high God. Micali vi. 6. Teach. Serve the Lord with gladness : come before his presence with singing. Know ye that the Lord he is God. Ps. c. 2, 3. Schol. It is he that hath made us, and not we our- selves ; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Ps. c. 3. Teach. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and 'nto his courts with praise : be thankful unto him, and oless his name. Ps. c. 4. Schol. For the Lord is good ; his mercy is everlast- ing ; and his trvith endureth to all generations. Ps. c. 5. Teach. Blessed are they that dwell in thy house : they will be still praising thee. Ps. Ixxxiv. 4. Schol. For a day in thy courts is better than a thou- sand. I had rather be a door-keeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. Ps. Ixxxiv. 10. Teach. For the Lord is a sun and a shield ; the Lord will give grace and glory ; no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. Ps. Ixxxiv. 11. 192 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Great and glorious Jehovah! How inconceivable is thy majesty! Heaven is thy throne, and earth is thy foot- stool ; no temple built with hands is worthy of thee, God. Heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain thee ; for thou pervadest and fillest immensity. We praise thine infinite condescension, that thou deignest to honor, with thy presence, the house of prayer — the sanctuary where congregations assemble, and the abodes where pious families reside ; and dost dwell with him who is of a con- trite spirit and humble heart. Lord, may we ever love the habitation of thy house, and the place where thine honor dwelleth ; when within its hallowed precincts, may heart and lip be awed into rever- ence, and may we realize, The Lord is in his holy temple ; let all the earth keep silence before him. As thou hast brought us to behold the light of the Sabbath, prepare us for the discharge of its duties, and for spending its hours in holy communion with thee. In the public exercises of the sanctuary, in social worship, and the retirement of private devotion, do thou inspire our hearts, that we may wait acceptably before thee, and worship thee who art a spirit, in spirit and in truth. Fill with the Holy Ghost thy ministering servants, that they may be the messengers of salvation to a dying world ; and grant that great energy, power and efficacy may at- tend the proclamations of eternal truth, this day; and may its warnings arouse, its doctrines instruct, its truths direct, and its promises comfort, the souls of those that hear. Bless the means employed for the enlightenment of the people, and the dissemination of gospel truth, — all insti- tutions of learning, all Sabbath schools, all Bible and mis- sionary societies ; and prepare the heathen to hail the heralds of the cross, " How beautiful upon the mountains, are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that pub- lisheth salvation!" Our Father, who art in heaven, &c. BEAUTY OF THE HOUSE OF GOD. j?iftl} Suntsas m tje iHonti). Hbenins- HYMN 109. p. M. Plummer. IjORD of the worlds above, How plensant, and how fair, The dwellingE of tliy love, Thy earihly temples are I To thine abode my heart aspires ; With warm desires to see my God. O happy souls who pray Where God appoints to hear, happy men, who pay Their constant service there 1 They praise iliee still : and happy Lhey, Who love the way to Ziou's hill. They go from strength to strength, Through this dark vale of tears ; Till each arrives at lergth, Till each in heaven appears. Oh giorious Eeat, when God our King Shall thi-.her bring our willing feet 1 HYMN 110. c. M. Jerusalem. HOW did my heart rejoice to hear My friends devoutly say, •In Zion let ns all appear, ' And keep the solemn day ! ' 1 love her gates, I love the road ! The church, adorn'd with grace, Stands like a palace built for God, To show bis milder face. Peace be within this sacred place, And joy a constant guest ! A\'ith holy gifts and heavenly grace, iie her attendants blest My scid shall pray for Zion sti!l While life or breath remains ; Here my best friends, my kindred dwell, Here God, my Saviour reigns. Teacher. How amiable are thy tabernacles, Lord of hosts ! Ps. Ixxiv. 1. Scholars. My soul longeth, yea, even fainteth for the courts of the Lord : my heart and my flesh crieth out for the livmg God. Ps. Ixxiv. 2. Teach. Blessed are they that dwell in thy house ; they will be still praising thee. Ps. Ixxxiv. 4. ScHOL. Lord, I have loved the habitation of thy house, and the place where thine honor dwelleth. Ps. xxvi. 8. Teach. I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy loving-kindness and for thy truth ; for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. Ps. cxxxviii. 2. ScHOL. One tlung have I desired of the Lord, that will 17 193 194 MANCAL OF DEVOTION. I seek after ; that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in his temple. Ps. xxvii. 4. Teach. For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his pavilion : in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me ; he shall set me up upon a rock. Ps. xxvii. 5. ScHOL. And now shall my head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me : therefore will I offer in his tabernacle sacrifices of joy ; I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the Lord. Ps. xxvii. 6. Teach. Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God, and be more ready to hear, than to give the sac- rifice of fools, for they consider not that they do evil. Eccl. V. 1. ScHOL. He that worketh deceit shall not dwell within my house : he that telleth lies shall not tarry in my sight. Ps. ci. 7. Teach. Surely the Lord is in this place and I knew it not. Gen. xxviii. 16. ScHOL. When I remember these things, I pour out my soul in me : for I had gone with the multitude, I went with them to the house of God, with the voice of joy and praise, with a multitude that kept holy-day. Ps. xlii. 4. Teach. Hear the word of the Lord, all ye of Judah, that enter in at these gates to worship the Lord. Thus saith the Lord of Hosts, the God of Israel, amend your ways and your doings, and I will cause you to dwell in this place. Jer. vii. 2, 3. ScHOL. Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, and causest to approach unto thee, that he may dwell in thy courts : we shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house, even of thy holy temple. Ps. Ixii. 4. Teach. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High, shall abide under the shadow of the Al- mighty. Ps. xci. 1. ScHOL. To thee, my strength will I sing. Ps. lix. 17. FIFTH SUNDAY IN THE MONTH. 195 God the Father, Son and Holy Ghost, one Jehovah, thou art great and greatly to be praised, and to be had in reverence of all thy intelligent creatures. Honor and ma- jesty are before thee ; strength and beauty are in thy sanc- tuary. How amiable are thy tabernacles, Lord of hosts : May we never forget the assembling of ourselves together, but may we enter thy gates with thanksgiving, and thy courts with praise ; for a day in thy courts is better than % thousand. As the hart panteth for the water-brooks, so may our hearts pant for thee, God. We thank thee, God of benevolence and mercy, for the Sabbath, the sanctuary, and the public ordinances of thy house; for thy blessed word, and for the Holy Spirit to illustrate and enforce its truths. May we ever look upon the sanctuary as an emblem of Heaven, and the Sabbath as an emblem of the rest that remaineth to the people of God ; and whenever we have enjoyed their privileges, may we be ready to exult with the Psalmist, " I was glad when they said unto me. Let us go into the house of the Lord." We return unto thee, Lord, our grateful thanks for the privileges, mercies and comforts of the present Sab- bath, with which we have been favored; for what our eyes have seen, our ears have heard, and our hands have handled of the word of life. Bless them all to our spirit- ual advantage ; and by thy word which has been pro- claimed, by thy oi-dinances which have been dispensed, and by the influences of the Holy Ghost which have been vouchsafed, prepare our hearts for the duties and difficul- ties of the coming week, and of coming life, and for an endless Sabbath with thee in heaven. Amen ! Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name : thy kingdom come : thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven : give us this day our daily bread : and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive them that trespass against ^s: lead us not into temptation; &c. THE CHRISTIAN WARFARE. j^iftl) l^ontJa^ fix tf)e i^onti). i^^ovninn. HYMN 111. L. M. Warejield. BEHOLD the Christian warrior stand 111 all tlie armor of his God ; The Spirit's sword is in his hand, His feet are with the gospel shod ; In panoply of truth complete, Salvation's helmet on his head ; With righteousness a breast-plate meet, And faith's broad shield before him spread ; Undaunted to the field he goes ; Yet vain were skill and valor there, Unless, to foil his legion foes. He takes the trustiest weapon, prayer. Thus, strong in his Redeemer's strength, Sin, death, and hell, he tramples down ; Fights the good fight, and wins at length, Through mercy, an immortal crown. HYMN 112. s. M. Laian. MY soul be on thy guard ; Ten thousand foes arise ; The hosts of sin are pressing hard, To draw thee from the skies. O watch, and fight, and pray; The battle ne'er give o'er ; Renew it boldly every day, And help divine implore. Ne'er think the vict'ry won, Nor lay thine armor down : The work of faith will not be done, 'Till thou obtain the crown. Then persevere till death Shall bring thee to thy God ; He'll take thee, at thy parting breath, To his divine abode. Teacher. Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Eph. vi. 11. Scholars. Though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh : for the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds. 2 Cor. x. 4. Teach. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, oit against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Eph. vi. 12. ScHOL. Wherefore take unto you the v.'hole armor of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Eph. vi. 13. Teach. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breast-plate of righteousness ; 196 FIFTH MONDAY IN THE MONTH. 197 and your feet sliod with the preparation of the gospel of peace. Eph. vi. 14, 15. ScHOL. Above all, taking the shield of faith, where- with ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. Eph. vi. 16. Teach. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spint, which is the word of God : praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto witli all perseverance and suppli- cation for all saints. Eph. vi. 17, 18. ScHOL. And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown ; but we an incorruptible. I therefore so run, not as uncertainly ; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air. 1 Cor. ix. 25, 26. Teach. Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. No man that warreih entangleth himself with the affairs of this life ; that he may please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier. 2 Tim. ii. 3, 4. ScHOL. And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully. 2. Tim. ii. 5. Teach. Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. 1 Cor. xvi. 13. ScHOL. With him is an arm of flesh : but with us is the Lord our God to help us, and to fight our battles. 2 Chron. xxxii. 8. Teach. But thou, man of God, flee these things ; and follow after righteousness, godhness, faith, love, pa- tience, meekness. 1 Tim. vi. 11. ScHOL. Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eter- nal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses. 1 Tim. vi. 12. Teach. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith : henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness. 2 Tim. iv. 7, 8. ScHOL. Thanks be to God, which giveth us the vic- tory, through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Cor. xv. 57. 17* 198 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. We adore thee, Lord, as the God of hosts ; we rever- ence thee, blessed Jesus, as the Captain of our salvation. Thou ai't able to destroy all our enemies, and willing to give us grace to conquer all our spiritual foes. We would not go forth in our ov/n strength ; our help is in the name of the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Teach us ever to be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his m.ight. May our hearts be assured by the promise, " Fear not, for I am with thee ; be not dismayed, for I am thy God ; I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness." In an enemy's land, surrounded with danger, may we put on the whole armor of God ; and stand, having our loins girt with truth ; having on the breast-p!ate of right- eousness, and our feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith, where- with we shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked — taking the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the spirit, which is the word of God ; praying always, with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watch- ing thereunto with all perseverance. Teach our hands, Lord, to war, and our fingers to fight ; and though we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against pri)icipalities and powers, against the rulers of darkness of this world, and against spiritual wickedness in high places, may we never be discouraged ; but in the prospect of combat, and in the heat of action, make our hearts strong, and bring us oflf more than conquerors, through him that hath loved us, and given himself for us. Fit us for the duties and conflicts of the day on which we have entered, and of coming life, and when our warfare is ended, may we triumph with the Apostle ; I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of right- eousness. Thanks be unto God which giveth us the vic- tory through our Lord Jesus Christ! Our Father, &c. EAELY PIETY. jFfftf) i^ontiay m tljc j^ontT). Htening. HYMN 113. L. M. Alfreton, NOW in the heat of youthful blood, Remember your Creator, God ; Behold the months come hast'ning on, When you shall say— My joys are gone. Behold, the aged sinner goes. Laden with guilt and heavy woes, Down to tlie regions of the dead, With endless curses on his head. The dust returns to dust again ; The soul, in agonies of pain, Ascends lo God ; not there to dwell, — But hears her doom, and sinks lo hell. Eternal King, I fear thy name ! Teach me to know how frail I am ; And when my soul must hence remove, Give me a mansion in thy love. HYMN 114. s. M. Desire. SHALL Wisdom cry aloud. And not her speecli be heard ? The vo'ce of God's eternal Word, Deserves it no regard ? ' 1 was his chief delight, ' His everlasting Son, ' Before the first of all his works,— ' Creation,— was begun. ' My busy thoughts at first, ' On their salvation ran Ere sin was born, or Adam's dust ' Was I'ashiun'd to a man. ' Then come, receive my grace, 'Ye children, and be wise; ' Happy the man who keeps my ways ; 'The man, who sh.ins thern, dies. Teachep.. Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, while the evil days come not, nor the years draw nigh, when thou shalt say, I have no pleasure in them. Eccl. xii. 1. Scholars. While the sun, or the light, or the moon, or the stars, be not dai-kened, nor the clouds return after the rain. Eccl. xii. 2. Teach. In the day when the keepers of the house shall tremble, and the strong men shall bow themselves; and the gi-inders cease because they are few, and those that look out of the windows be darkened. Eccl. xii. 3. ScHOL. And the doors shall be shut in the streets, when the sound of the grinding is low, and he shall rise up at the voice of the bird, and all the daughters of music shall be brought low. Eccl. xii. 4. Teach. Also when they shall be afraid of that which 199 200 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. is high, and fears shall be in the way, and the almond- tree shall flourish, and the grasshopper shall be a burden, and desire shall fail : because mangoeth to his long home, and the mourners go about the streets. Eccl. xii. 5. ScHOL. Or ever the silver cord be loosed, or the gol- den bowl be broken, or the pitcher be broken at the fountain, or the wheel broken at the cistern. Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was : and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it. Eccl. xii. 6, 7. Teach. Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice? Pro v. viii. 1. ScHOL. She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths. Prov. viii. 2. Teach. She crieth at the gates, at the entry of the city, at the coming in at the doors. I love them that love me ; and those that seek me early shall find me. Prov. viii. 3, 17. ScHOL. Jesus said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not : for of such is the kingdom of God. Verily I say unto you, "Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a httle child, he shall not enter therein. Mark x. 14, 15. Teach. And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them. Mark x. 16. ScHOL. Little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue, but in deed and in truth. 1 John iii. 18. Teach. That ye may be children of your Father which is in heaven. Matt. v. 45. ScHOL. And if children, then heirs : heirs of God, and joint-heirs of Jesus Christ. Rom. viii. 17. Teach. Hearken unto me now therefore, ye chil- dren, and attend unto the words of my mouth. Prov. vii. 24. Schol. God, thou art my God, early will I seek thee : my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee. Ps. Ixiii. 1. FIFTH MONDAY IN THE MONTH. 201 We bless and give thanks unto thee, our God and Fa- ther in Christ, for thy manifold mercies, and favors, and for the means of grace which we enjoy. Thou art our Creator and Preserver. From the earliest infancy, we have been cast upon thy care, and thou hast cared for us. Thy mighty arm has been our defence; thy paternal hand has led us all our lives long. Surely goodness and mercy have followed us, all the days of our lives. May a grate- ful sense of thy goodness ever possess our hearts. God of all grace! we bless thee that thou dost invite little children to come unto thee; that thou hast promised, that they that seek thee early, shall find thee; and out of the mouths of babes and sucklings hast ordained praise. Look in mercy upon the young before thee; suffer thera not to put off the claims of religion; but may they re- member their Creator in the days of their youth; while the evil days come not, nor the years draw nigh, when they shall say, I have no pleasure in them. Like young Solomon, may they come to thee for wis- dom; " Lord, give me an understanding heart, and in the hidden part make me to know wisdom." Like little Samuel, may they hearken to the call of God; " Speak, Lord, for thy servant heareth." Like Timothy, may they know the Scriptures, which are able to make them wise unto salvation, from their infancy. Like the youth- ful Josiah, may they do that w^hich is right in the sight of the Lord; and keep his laws and ordinances. Like the child Jesus, may they be holy, harmless, and unde- filed, and separate from sinners, and grow in favor with God and man, and be the heirs of eternal salvation. thou Preserver of men, who hast watched over us, during the day; keep us, we pray thee, through this night. Refresh our bodies, and renew our strength by sleep; and at last, bring us to thy heavenly kingdom. Amen! Oui Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, &c. EAELY PIETY. iFiftI) EucsTiaD in tljc i^ilontt. ifHornlnfl. HYMN 115. c. M. Litehjield. YE hearts with youthful vigor warm, In smiling crowds draw near ; And turn from ev'ry mortal charm, A Saviour's voice to hear. He, Lord of all the worlds on high, Stoops to converse with you ; And lays his radiant glories by, Your welfare to pursue. What object, Lord, my soul should move, If once compar'd to thee ? What beauty should command my love, Like what in Christ I see ? Away, ye false, delusive toys, Vain tempters of the mind I 'Tis here I fix my lasting choice. And here true bliss I find. HYMN 116. c. M. Pilgrim. HAPPY the child whose tender years Receive instruction well ; Who hates the sinner's path, and fears The road that leads to hell. 'T will save us from a thousand snares To seek religion young ; Grace will preserve our foll'wing years, And make our virtue strong. To thee, Almighty God, to thee Our childhood we resign ; 'T will please us to look back and see That our whole lives were thine. Let the sweet work of prayer and praise Employ our youngest breath ; Thus we're prepared for longer days, Or fit for early death. Teacher. Hear, ye children, the instruction of a fa- ther, and attend to know understanding. Prov. iv. 1. Scholars. For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law. Prov. iv. 2. Teach. For I was my father's son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother. Prov. iv. 3. ScHOL. He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words : keep my commandments and live. Prov. iv. 4. Teach. Get wisdom, get understanding : forget it not ; neither decline from the words of my mouth. Prov. iv. 5. ScHOL. Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee : love her, and she shall keep thee. Prov. iv. 6. Teach. Wisdom is the principal thing ; therefore get wisdom : and with all thy getting get understanding. Prov. iv. 7. 202 FIFTH TUESDAY IN THE MONTH. 203 ScHOL. Exalt her, and she shall promote thee : she shall bring thee to honor, when thou dost embrace her. Prov. iv. 8. Teach. She shall give to thine head an ornament of grace : a crown of glory shall she deliver to thee. Prov. iv. 9. ScHOL. Hear, my son, and receive my sayings ; and the years of thy life shall be many. Prov. iv, 10. Teach. I have taught thee in the way of wisdom ; I have led thee in right paths. Prov. iv. 11. ScHOL. When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened ; and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble. Prov. iv. 12. Teach. Take fast hold of instruction ; let her not go: keep her ; for she is thy life. Prov. iv. 13. Schol. Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men. Avoid it, pass not by it, turn from it, and pass away. Prov. iv. 14, 15. Teach. The way of the wicked is as darkness ; they know not at what they stumble. Prov. iv. 19. Schol. But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day. Pi'ov. iv. 18. Teach. My son, attend to my words ; incline thine ear unto my sayings. Let them not depart from thine eyes ; keep them in the midst of thine heart. Prov. 20, 21. Schol. For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh. Prov. iv. 22. Teach. Keep thy heart with all diligence ; for out of it are the issues of life. Prov. iv. 23. Schol. Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established. Prov. iv. 26. Teach. Turn not to the right hand nor to the left ; remove thy foot from evil. Prov. iv. 27. Schol. Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble ; thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet. Prov. iii. 23, 24. 204 MANUAL OP DEVOTION. God of benevolence and mercy, we thank thee for the light of this morning, and the blessings with which it is accompanied. May these daily mercies be acknowledged by daily thanksgivings, and the discharge of daily duties. As we know that we have no strength of our own, grant us thy divine aid, God, that we may run and not be weary, and walk and not be faint, in the path of duty. Bless us, Lord, we beseech thee, who are now in thy presence, and all the families with which we are connect- ed, and grant that the dwelling of each may become the home of piety and peace. Give parents grace and wisdom to go in and out before their children, and to train them up in the way they should go; that when they are old, they may not depart from it. May they teach thy words diligently to them ; and talk of thy statutes when they sit down in their houses, and when they walk by the way; when they lie down, and when they rise up. Give to the young that wisdom which is from above, which is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. Fill the hearts of the rising race, every where, with the amiable graces of the Spirit, and may they find it good to bear the yoke in their youth. May children honor their father and their mother, that their days maybe long upon the earth; and may they hear the instruction of their father ; and forsake not the law of their mother. May brothers and sisters observe the obligations of kindness and mutual forbearance ; and may all the ties of the domestic relation be purified and cemented by the friendship of him that sticketh closer than a brother ; until the domestic circle shall embrace all that is pure and amiable, and lovely; and prove, not only the cradle of the household of faith upon earth, but the nur- sery of the brotherhood of glory in heaven. Hear and answer, for the Redeemer's sake. Amen! Our, &c. NEGLECT OF WISDOM PUNISHED j^fftf) Cucs^an In tljc i^ontij. Hbcninfl. HYMN 117. p. Spring. HASTEN, sinner, to be wise! Stay not for the morrow's sun : Wisdom, if you still despise, Harder is it to be won. Hasten, mercy to implore ! Slay not for tfie morrow's sun, lies*, thy season should be o'er Ere this evening's stage be ran. Hasten, sinner, to return! Stay" not for the morrow's sun, Lest thy lamp should fail to burn Ere salvation's work be done. Hasten, sinner, to be blest ! Stay not for the morrow's sun, Lest perdition (hee arrest Ere the morrow is begun. HYMN 118. s. M. Dozer. MY son, know thou the Lord ; Thy father's God obey ; Seek his protecting care by nigW, His guardian hand by day. Call, while he may be found ; Seek him while he is near ; Sene him with all thy heart and mmd, And worship hSm wiih fear. If thou wilt seek his face, His ear will hear thy cry ; Then shalt thou find his mercy surej His grace forever nigh. Bnt if thou leave thy God. Nor choose the path to hea'veu j Then slialt thou perith in thy sins, And never be forgiven. Teacher. Wisdom crietli without ; she uttereth her voice in the streets. Pro v. i. 20. Scholars. She crieth in the chief place of concourse, in the openings of the gates : in the city she uttereth her words. Prov. i. 21. Teach. Saying, How long, ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity .' and the scorners delight in their scorn- ing, and fools hate knowledge.' Prov. i. 22. ScHOL. Tui-n you at my reproof: behold I will pour out my spirit unto you, I will make known my words unto you. Prov. i. 23. Teach. Because I have called and ye refused ; I have stretched out my hand, and no man regarded. Prov. i. 24. Schol. But ye have set at nought all my counsel, and would none of my reproof. Prov. i. 25. Teach. 1 also will laugh at your calamity : I will mock when your fear cometh. Prov. i. 2R. 18 905 206 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. ScHOL. When your fear cometh as desolation, and your destruction cometh as a whirlwind ; when distress and anguish cometh upon you. Prov. i. 27. Teach. Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer ; they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me. Prov. i. 28. ScHOL. For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the Lord. Prov. i. 29. Teach. They would none of my counsel : they des- pised all my reproof. Prov. i. 30. ScHOL. Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices. Prov. i. 31. Teach. For the turning away of the simple shall slay them, and the prosperity of fools shall destroy them. Prov. i. 32. ScHOL. But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil. Prov. i. 33. Teach. Blessed is the man that heareth me, watch- ing daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors. Prov. viii. 34. ScHOL. For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favor of the Lord. Prov. viii. 35. Teach. But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul : all they that hate me love death. Prov. viii 36. Schol. Wo unto the v/icked ! it shall be ill with him : for the reward of his hands shall be given him. Isa. iii. 11. Teach. The fear of the Lord prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. Prov. x. 27. Schol. The hope of the righteous shall be gladness : but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. Prov. x. 28. Teach. The way of the Lord is strength to the up- right : but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. Prov. X. 29. Schol. The righteous shall never be removed : but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth. Prov. x. 30. Teach. The mouth of the just bringeth forth wisdom but the fro ward tongue shall be cut out. Prov, x. 31. FIFTH TUESDAY IN THE MONTH. 207 Lord! how manifold are thy works, in wisdom hast thou made them all! Yet we bless thee that the richest displays of thy wisdom and grace are in the redemption of the world by Jesus Christ, who is both the power of God, and the wisdom of God. Open our eyes, we beseech thee, to behold in all its magnitude the plan of salvation, and our hearts to feel the incalculable value of the spiritual doctrines presented to us in the Scriptures, and of those spiritual blessings which are offered to us in the gospel. Forbid, our Father and God, that we should despise the calls of wisdom, and the invitations of mercy; but may we turn at thy reproof, embrace the offer of pardon, and ac- cept the righteousness of Christ as the foundation of our hope, and his blessed will as the rule of our lives. May we acknowledge his divine character, and receive him in all his offices. May Ave rejoice in his wisdom as our Pi'ophet ; rely upon his merit and intercession as our Priest ; and reverence his authority and laws as our King. Forbid, merciful God, that the young should resist thy persuasive entreaties, and the precious promises to those who seek thee early. May they not defer repentance and faith, till their hearts are hardened, and their conscience seared ; may they not refuse instruction and despise re- proof, and at last eat of the fruit of their own ways, and be filled with their own devices; when, in thy wrath, thou shalt say: " They are joined to their idols; let them alone. Because I called and they refused ; I stretched out my hand, and no man regarded ; because they set at nought my counsel, and would none of my reproof; I will also laugh at their calamity, and mock, when their fear cometh." But may they listen to the calls of wisdom ; for length of days is in her right hand ; and in her left hand riches and honor. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. Our Father, who art in heaven, &c. UNBELIEF, J;iftl) «!BetrncstJai> m tlje i^ontlj. ittornms- HYMN 119. c. M Hammond. HOW sad our slate by nature is ; Our sin, how deep it siaias; And Satan binds our captive souls Fast in his slavish chscins. But there's a voice of sov'reien grace Sounds from the sacred word : Ho ! ye despairing sinners conie, And trust a faithful Lord. My soul obeys the gracious call, And runs to its relief; I would believe thy pronriise Lord ; O help my unbelief! To the blest fountain of thy blood. Incarnate God I fly ; Here let rae wash my guilty soul from crimes of deepest dye. HYMN 120. L. M. Dudley. LIFE and immortal joys are given To souls that mourn the sins tliey've done*. Children of wTath, made heirs of heaven, By faith in God's eternal Son. Wo to the wretch who never felt The inward pangs of pious grief; But adds to ail his crying guilt The stubborn sin of unbelief. The law condemns ihe rebel dead; Under tlie wrath of God he lies : He seals the curse on his own head, And with a double vengeance dies. Tlien turn to God ; with tears and shame In penitence your sins confess; Believing on the Saviour's name WiUi willing heart of righteousness. Teacher. The Lord said, How long will this people provoke me } and how long will it be ere they believe me, for all the signs which I have showed among them? Num. xiv. 11. Scholars. The Lord spake unto Moses and Aaron , because ye believed me not, to sanctify me in the eyes of the children of Israel, therefore ye shall not brin* this congregation into the land which I have given them. Num. XX. 12. Teach. The children of Israel did secretly those things that were not right, against the Lord their God ; they would not hear, but hardened their necks, like the neck of their fathers, that did not believe in the Lord their God. 2 Kings xvii. 9, 14. ScHOL. Therefore the Lord was very angry with Is- rael ; and the Lord rejected all the seed of Israel, and af- 208 nrXH WEDNESDAY IJT THE MOyTH. 209 flicted them, and delivered them into the hand of spoilers, until he had cast them out of his sight. 2 Kings xvii. 18, 20. Teach. We which have believed do enter into rest ; and they to whom it was first preached entered not in because of unbelief. Heb. iv. 3, 6. ScHOL. Let us labor therefore, to enter into that rest, lest any man fall after the same example of unbelief Heb. iv. 11. Teach. Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God. Heb. iii. 12. ScHOL. We are not of them who draw back unto perdition, but of them that believe to the saving of the soul. Heb. X. 39. Teach. The God of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not. 2 Cor. iv. 4. ScHOL. They received not the love of truth, that they might be saved. 2 Thess. ii. 10. Teach. For this cause, God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie. 2 Thess. ii. 11, ScHOL. That they all might be damned, who believed not the truth ; but had pleasure in unrighteousness. 2 Thess. ii. 12. Teach. Unto them that are defiled and unbelieving, is nothing pure : but even their mind and conscience is defiled. Titus i. 15. Schol. For this people's heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed ; lest at any time they should see with their eyes, and hear with tbeir ears, and should understand with their heart, and should be converted, and I should heal them. Matt. xiii. 15. Teach. He that believeth not, is condemned already ; because he hath not beheved in the name of the only- begotten Son of God. John iii. 18. Schol. He that believeth not, shall be damned. Mark xvi. 16. 13* 210 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Holy Spirit of Grace ! under a consciousness of our unworthiness, and in humble dependence upon thy prom- ised aid, we desire, this morning, to encompass the mercy- seat of the Lord our God. In our approaches to the divine majesty, give us, we pray thee, faith in God, that we may believe, not only that he is, but that he is the rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Give us faith to receive the testimony which he has given of his Son, that we may believe in the Son, even as we believe in the Father. Give us faith to believe in the Holy Ghost pro- ceeding from the Father and the Son ; that we may confide in him as the Lord and Giver of life, the Counsellor and Comforter of our souls, and the Guardian and Guide of our lives, who shall lead us into all truth. Give us faith in thy word revealed in the Scriptures. May we see the divine perfections shining through every page ; and recog- nizing them as the lively oracles of God, may we make them the man of our counsel and the rule of our lives. Have mercy upon unbelievers. Fill their minds with just apprehensions about their future state. Convince them, that they who believe not on the Son of God, are condemned already; and that the wrath of God abideth upon them. Oh, that they may turn from their refuge of lies, and from their foundation of sand, and build upon the rock Christ Jesus, as the only foundation of the faith and hopes of his people. Forbid, that there should be in any of us an evil heart of unbelief; but give us a lively faith in the love and mercy of the Father, in the righteousness and graces of the Son, and the sanctifying influences of the Holy Spirit, that we may bring forth the fruits of love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness and temperance. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name: thy kingdom come: thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven: give us this day our daily bread, &c. GOVERNMENT OF THE TONGUE. iFiftt) JJEJetincsUaD in tfjc fKontl). lEbeninfl. HY3IN 121. c. M. Albert THUS I resolv'd before the Lord, ' Now will I walch my tongue, Lest I let slip one sinful word, ' Or do my neighbor wrong.' If I am e'er con'train'd to stay With men of lives profane, I'll set a double ffuarJ that diy, Nor let my talk be vain. I'll scarce allow my lips to speak The pious thoughts I feel ; Lest scoffers should the occasion take To mock my holy seal. Yet if some proper hour appear, ril not be over-aw'd ; But let the scoffing sinners Iiear, That I can speak fur God. HYMN 122. c. M. Hanover, AND must I be to judgment brought, And answer in that day For every vain and idle thought. And every word I say! Yes, every secret of my heart, Shall shortly be made known, And I receive my just desert For all that I have done. How careful then ought I to live; With what religious (ear: Who such a strict account must give For my behaviour hiere. Thou awful judge of quick and ctead, The watchful power bestow : So shall I to my ways take heed,— To all I speak or do. Teacher. The tongue is a little member and boasteth great thing.s. It defileth the whole body and setteth on fire the course of nature ; and it is set on fire of hell. James iii. 5, 6. Scholars. It is an unruly evil, full of deadly poison. Therewith bless we God, even the Father, and therewith curse we men, which are made in the similitude of God James iii. 8, 9. Teach. If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man's religion is vain. James i. 26. Schol. Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue, keepeth his soul from troubles. Prov. xxi. 23. Teach. He that keepeth his mouth, keepeth his life ; but he that openeth wide his lips, shall have destruction. Prov. xiii. 3. 21J 212 MANUAL OF DEVOTIOW. ScHOL. In the multitude of words, there wanteth not sin, but he that refraineth his lips is wise, Prov. x. 19. Teach. Every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. Matt. xii. 36. ScHOL. A tale-bearer revealeth secretfc ; but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter. P/ov. xi. 13. Teach. The words of a tale-bearer are as wounds; and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly. Prov, xviii. 8. "^ ScHOL. Where there is no tale-bearer, the strife ceaseth : but a whisperer separateth chief friends. Prov. xxvi. 20,— xvi, 28. Teach. He that uttereth a slander is a fool. Prov. X. 18. ScHOL. Whoso privily slandereth his neighbor, him will I cut off. Ps. ci. 5. Teach. A man that flattereth his neighbor, spreadeth a net for his feet. Prov, xxix, 5. ScHOL, Meddle not with him, that flattereth with his lips, Prov, XX, 19, Teach. He that speaketh flattery to his friends, eveii the eyes of his children shall fail. Job. xvii. 5. ScHOL. Let me not accept any man's person, neither let me give flattering titles unto man. Job, xxxii, 21. Teach. Thou shall not revile the gods, nor curse the ruler of thy people. Exod. xxii, 28, ScHOL. Neither thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. 1 Cor. vi. 10. Teach. Keep not company with a rail er. ICor. v. 11. ScHOL. Love as brethren ; be pitiful, be courteous, not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing. 1 Peter iii. 9. Teach. Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. Eph. iv. 29. FIFTH WEDNESDAY IN THE MONTH. 213 At the dose of another day, we desire to draw nigh to thee, our Father and God ; and as the preparation of the heart in man, as well as the answer of the tongue, is from thee ; do thou inspire our hearts with the spirit of accept- able devotion, that in humility and reverence, in faith and hope, we may wait before thee. O 'grant that we, who have assembled around the domestic altar, this evening, may in like manner, meet before thy throne above, with the general assembly and church of the first-born, to adore and praise thee throughout eternity. We thank thee for the mercies and blessings of this day. Thou hast supplied our daily bread. give us the bread of life, that cometh down from heaven, of which if a man eats, he shall live forever; and give us the living water, of which if a man drinks, he shall not thirst again. We have been clothed this day from thy ward-robe. give us the garments of salvation, which shall cover the nakedness of our perishing souls. Teach the young in thy presence thy fear. In the days of their youth may they remember their Creator. Deliver them from angry and malicious passions, that they may obtain the government of their temper, and of their tongues; that at all times, in all places, and in all circumstances, they may discover the sanctifying influence of religion upon their hearts, their conversation and their lives. Pre- serve them from sins of the tongue. May they remember that for every idle word that men speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment ; for there is not a word in our tongue, but lo ! Lord, thou knowest it. Let no corrupt communication proceed out of their mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. May they be the disci- ples of him who is meek and lowly. May they live as brethren, and be pitiful and courteous, not rendenng evil for evil or railing for railing. Our Father, who art, &c. DEATH, Siit\) E])uxstitiv fix tl)e |Hont!). il^ocninjj. HYMN 123. c. M. Perpetuity. O GOD, our help in ages past, Our hope for years to come, Our shelier from ihe sloriny blast. And our eternal home. A thoas:>nd ages, in thy sight. Are like an evening gone ; Short as the watch that ends the uight, Before tl^ie rising sun. Thne, like an ever-rolling stream, Bears all its sons away ; They fly, forgotten, as a dream Dies at the opening day. The busy tribes of ftesh and blood, With all their cares and fears. Are carried downward by the flood, And lost in foU'wing years. HYMN 124. L. M. Malan. WHY should we start, and fear to die? What tim'rous worms we mortals areJ Death is the gate to endless ;oy, And yet we dread to enter there. The pains, the groans, the dying strife, Kright our approaching souls away ; AvkI vre shrink Ixick again to life, Fond of our prison and our clay. would my Lord bis servant meet, My soul would siretch her wings in haste, Fly fearless through death's iron gate. Nor feel the terrors as she pass'd. Jesus can make a dying bed Feel soft as downy pillows are. When on his breast I lean my head, And breathe my life out sweetly there. Teacher. Man that is born of a woman is of few- days, and is full of trouble. He cometh forth like a flower, and is cut down ; he fleeth also as a shadow, and continueth not. Job xiv. 1, 2. Scholars. As for man, his days are as grass, as a flower of the field, so he flourisheth. For the wind passeth over it, and it is gone ; and the place thereof shall know it no more. Ps. ciii. 15, 16. Teach. Behold, thou hast made my days as a hand- breadth ; and mine age is as notliing before thee ; verily every man at his best state is altogether vanity. Ps. XXX ix. 5. Schol. Is there not an appointed time to man upon earth? are not his days also like the days of an hireling? Job. vii. 1. Teach His days are determined : the number of his 214 FIFTH THURSDAY IN THE MONTH. 215 months are with thee ; thou hast appointed his bounds that he cannot pass. Job xiv. 5. ScHOL, God hath made of one blood, all nations of the earth ; and hath determined the times, before ap- pointed, and the bounds of their habitation. Acts xvii. 26. Teach. The days of our years are threescore years and ten ; and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years, yet is their strength labor and sorrow, for it is soon cut off, and we flee away. Ps. xc. 10. ScHOL. My days are swifter than a weaver's shuttle, and are spent without hope. Job. vii. 6. Teach. They are passed away as the swift ships — as the eagle that hasteth to the prey. Job, ix. 26. ScHOL. When a few years are come, then I shall go the way whence I shall not return. Job xvi. 22. Teach. For what is your life? it is even a vapor, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away. James iv. 14. ScHOL. Man dieth, and wasteth away ; yea, mau giveth up the ghost, and where is he ? Job xiv. 10. Teach. Thou prevailest forever against him, and he passeth ; thou changest his countenance, and sendest him away. Job xiv. 20. Schol. One dieth in his full strength, being wholly at ease, and quiet : his breasts are full of milk, and his bones are moistened with mari'ow. Job xxi. 23, 24. Teach. And another dieth in the bitterness of his ■soul, and never eateth with pleasure : they shall lie down alike in the dust, and the v/orms shall cover them. Job xxi. 25, 26. Schol. What man is he that liveth, and snail not see death? Shall he deliver his soul from the nand of the grave? Ps. Ixxxix. 48. Teach. It is appointed unto men once to die, but af- ter this the judgment. Heb. ix. 27. Schol. Lord make me to know mine end, and the measure of my days, what it is, that I may know how frail I am. Ps. xxxix. 4. 216 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. Lord, thou hast been our dwelling place in all genera- tions. Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting to everlasting, thou art God. But we who dwell in houses of clay, whose foundation is in the dust, are crushed before the moth.. Thou art the same, yester- day, to-day, and forever, and thy years shall have no end ; but our days are as a hand-breadth, and our age is as nothing, before thee. Man that is born of a woman, is of few days, and is full of trouble. He cometh forth like a flower, and is cut down ; he fleeth also as a shadow, and continueth not. For what is our life? it is even a vapor, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away. Our friends and relations die; the fathei's, where are they? And the prophets, do they live forever? But the Lord liveth : Blessed be our rock ! Let the God of our salvation be ex- alted ! Sensible of the frailty and evanescence of our mortal natures, God most holy, Lord most mighty, we would fly to thee for succor, and take refuge at the foot of thy throne. May the eternal God be our refuge, and under- neath us be the everlasting arms. So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts to wisdom ; and may it be our chief wisdom to know thee, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. And while we feel that we are but strangers and pil- grims upon earth, as all our fathers were, may we declare plainly that we seek a city, whose builder and maker is God. Give us faith in Christ to support us through life's pilgrimage ; and when we have passed the v/ilderness, and entered the dark valley, and behold the swellings of Jor- dan, may faith in the Redeemer enable us to sing; "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ; for thou art with me ; thy rod and thy staff, they comfoi't me<" Our Father, who art, &c. RESURRECTION. iFiftlj E\)ux3tinv in t\)z ittontj). Hbenfnfi. H Y M N 125. s. M. Backus. IN ftxpectation sweet, We wail, and sin?, and pray. Till Christ's triumphal car we meet, And see an endless day. He comes!— the Conqu'ror comes; Death falls beneath his sword ; The joyful pris'ners burst their lombs, And rise to meet llieir Lord. The trumpet sounds,— Awake!— Ye dead, to judgment come ! The pillars of creation shalce, While hell receives her doom. Thrice happy mom for those Who love the ways of peace; No night of sorrow e'er shall clos«, Or shade their perfect bliss. HYMN 126. c. M. Shepham. WHEN rising from the bed of death, O'erwhelmed with guilt and fear, I view my Maker face to face,— O how shall I appear? If yet, while pardon may be found, And mercy may be souglit, My soul with inwanl horror shrinks, And trembles at the thought : When thou, O Lord, shall stand dlfclcaed In majesty severe, And sit in judgment on my soul,— O how shall I appear 7 O may my broken, contrite heart, Timely my sins lament; And early, with repentaui tears. Eternal wo prevent. Teacher. If a man die, shall he live afi:ain ? Job xiv. 14. Scholars. I have hope toward God, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just, and the un- just. Acts xxiv. 15. Teach. Why should it be thought a thing incredible with you, that God should raise the dead ? Acts xxvi. 8. ScHOL. Many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth, shall awake, some to everlastin.g life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt. Dan. xii 2. Teach. As touching the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read, that which was spoken unto you by God, saying, I am the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob ; God is not the God of the dead, but of the living. Matt. xxii. 31. 32. Schol. I know that my Redeemer liveth ; and that 19 217 218 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth, and though after my skin worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God, whom I shall see for myself, and mine eyes shall behold, and not another, though my reins be consumed within me. Job xix. 25, 26, 27. Teach. We know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. 2 Cor. v. 1. ScHOL. In this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon, with our house which is from heaven. 2 Cor. V. 2. Teach. God hath both raised up the Lord, and will also raise up us by his own power. 1 Cor. vi. 14. ScHOL. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive. 1 Cor. xv. 22. Teach. If there be no resurrection of the dead, then is Christ not risen ; and if Christ be not risen, then is our preaching vain, and your f^ith is also vain. 1 Cor. xv. 13, 14. ScHOL. But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the first fruits of them that slept. 1 Cor. xv. 20. Teach. He which raised up the Lord Jesus, sliall raise up us also by Jesus, and shall present us with you. 2 Cor. iv. 14. ScHOL. Some man will say, how are the dead raised up.^ and with what body do they come. 1 Cor. xv. 35. Teach. It is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory : It is sown in weakness, it is raised in power : it is sown a natural body, it is raised a spiritual body. 1 Cor. xv. 43, 44. Schol. For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality ; so when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mor- tal shall have put on immortality ; then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written. Death is swallowed up in victory. 1 Cor. xv. 53, 54. FIFTH THURSDAY IN THE MONTH. 219 Almighty and eternal God, our heavenly Father, we adore thee for thy benevolence in our creation, and thy infinite compassion and mercy, in our redemption. We bless thee that while we lay under the curse of a broken law, exposed to eternal condemnation, our Lord Jesus Christ by his sufferings and death satisfied divine justice, and by his resurrection and glorious ascension brought life and immortality to light, in the gospel. Blessed Jesus ! thou art the resurrection and the life ; he that believeth in thee, though he were dead, yet shall he live ; and whosoever liveth and believeth in thee, shall never die. O give us faith in thee, and raise our souls from the death of sin to a life of righteousness, that we may follow thee upon earth, and after our sleep in dust, may be deemed worthy to rise in the morning of the re- surrection, when this corruptible shall put on incorrup- tion, and this mortal shall put on immortality. And when our years are spent as a tale that is told ; when our days are past, and our pui-poses broken off; when in view of the winding-sheet and the narrow house appointed to all living, we shall say to corruption, Thou axt my father, and to the worm. Thou art my mother and my sister ; fill our hearts with faith triumphant, that we may exult in hope of the glory of God ; " I know that my Redeemer liveth ; and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth, and though after my skin, worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God, whom I shall see for myself, and mine eyes shall behold, and not an- other, though my reins be consuined within me. death, where is thy sting? grave, where is thy victory? Thanks be luito God who giveth us the victory, through our Lord Jesus Christ!" Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name: thy kingdom come: thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven : give us this day our daily bread : and forgive us our trespasses, &c. JUDGMENT. jFift!) j^ritiao fix tlje fSontl). f^aocninfl. H Y M N 127. L. M. Wisdom. HE reigns— the Lord the Saviour reigns: Praise him in evangelic strains : Lei the whole earth in songs rejoice ; And distant islands join their voice. Deep are his counsels, and unknown ; But grace and truth support his throne : Tlioueh gloomy clouds his ways surround, Justice is their eternal ground. Ill robes of Juclgment, lo, he comes t Shrikes the wide earth uixl cleaves the torabs ; before him burns devouring fire ! The mountains melt, the seas retire 1 His enemies, with sore dis.tiay, Fly from the sight and shun the day : Then lift your heads, ye saints, on high, And sing, for your redemption's nigh. HYMN 128. s. M. Doomsday. BEHOLD ! with awful pomp The Judge prepares to come ; The archangel sounds the dreadful trumpi And wakes the gen'ral doom. Nature in wild amaze, Her dissolution mourns ; Blushes of blood the moon deface; 'I'be sun lo darkness turns. Tlie living lock with dread ; Tlie frighted dead arise. Start from the ir.oiiuraenlal bed, And lift their ghastly eyes. Horrors all hearts appal; They qtiake, they shriek, Ihey cry; Bid rocks and mountains oa lliem fall; But rocks and mountains fly. Teacher. It is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment. Heb. ix. 27. Scholars. Every one of us shall give account (5f him- self to God. Rom. xiv. 12. Teach. God shall judge the righteous and the wicked. Eccl. iii. 17. ScHOL. I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away, and there was found no place for them. Rev. xx. 11. Teach. And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God ; and the books were opened ; and another book was opened, which is the book of life ; and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works. Rev. xx. 12. ScHOL. Rejoice, young man in thy youth, and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk 220 FIFTH FRIDAY IN THE MONTH. ^1 in the ways of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes ; but know thou that for all these things, God will bring thee into judgment. Eccl. xi. 9. Teach. For God shall bring every work into judg- ment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil. Eccl. xii. 14. ScuoL. Every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. Matt. Xii. .%. Teach. In the day when God shall judge the secreta of men by Jesus Christ. Rom. ii. 16. ScHOL. The day of the Lord so corneth as a thief in the night. 1 Thess. v. 2. Teach. The sun shall he darkened, and the moon shall not give her light ; and the stars of heaven shall fall ; and the powers that are in heaven shall be shaken. Mark xiii. 24, 25. ScHOL. And then shall tliey see the Son of man com- ing in the clouds with great pomp and glory. Mark xiii. 26. Teach. Who shall give account to him that is ready to judge the quick and the dead. 1 Pet, iv. 5. ScHOL. The Lord Jesus Christ shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing. 2 Tim. iv. 1. Teach. But of that day and that hour,knowethno man, no, not the angels which are in heaven. Mark xiii. 32. Schol. The times of this ignorance, God winked at ; but now commandeth all men every where to repent, be- tause he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness, by that man whom he hath ordained. Acts xvii. 30, 31. Teach. The end of all things is at hand, be ye there- fore sober, and watch unto prayer. 1 Pet. iv. 7. Schol. Let us not sleep as do others ; but let us watch and be sober. For they that sleep, sleep in the night ; and they that be drunken, are drunken in the night ; but let us, who are of the day, be sober. 1 Thess V. 6, 7. 19* 222 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. 3.3 raj) cr. Almighty God, our heavenly Father, Maker of all things, Judge of all men! thou hast appointed unto men once to die, and after this the judgment, when every one of us shall give an account of himself to God, and thou wilt judge the secrets of all hearts, whether they be good or evil. Oh, may we live under the constant impression of this solemn truth, that all our words and actions are under the observation of our Creator and Judge, who is a God of infinite purity, inflexible justice and almighty power. God of benevolence and mercy, we have reason to bless thee, that before we are summoned by the voice of the archangel and the trump of God, with the quick and dead, to stand before thy dread tribunal, we are invited in the gospel, to come boldly to the throne of grace, there to ob- tain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. God of compassion, pardon our sins, and sanctify our hearts, and prepare them for the solemnities of death, and the realities of that awful clay, when thy thunders shall shake the poles, and the mighty angel shall set his right foot upon the sea, and his left foot upon the earth, and swear by him that liveth forever and ever, that time shall be no longer. And when the great white throne shall descend, with him that sitteth thereon ; while the wicked shall say to the mountains and rocks, " Fall on us, and hide us from the face of him that sitteth upon the throne, and from the wrath of the Lamb ;" may we hail the appearance of our Saviour and Judge ; " Even so, come, Lord Jesus." And when the earth and sea shall give up their dead, and the books shall be opened, and the dead judged out of the things that are written therein, according to their works, grant that our names may be found written in the Lamb's book of life, and that we may receive the welcome plau- dits, " Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world," Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, &c. HAPPINESS OF THE KIGHTEOUS. iJiftl) ifciliaj in t!)e fHontf). 3Ebenfno. HYMN 129. p. M. Happy Lend, THERE is a happy land, far, far a\»av,— Where saints iu glory stand. Bright, bright as day ; O haw they sweetly sing,— Worthy is our Saviour ICing; Loud let his praises ring forever more. Come to this happy land, come, come away ; Why will ye doubling slaod 1 Why still delay? O we shall happy be. When, from sin and sorrow free, Lord, we shall live with thee, blest evermore. Pright in that happy land, beams every eye; Kept by a Father's hand, Love cannot die. O, then, to glory run ; Be a crown and kingdom won Aixl, bright above the sua, reign evermore. HYMN 130. c. M. Varina. THERR is a land of pure delight, Where saints immortal reign ; Infinite day excludes the night. And pleasures banish pain. There everlasting spring abiles, And never-wiih'ring flowers : Death, like a narrow sea divides This heavenly land from ours. Sweet fields beyond the swelling flood Stand dress'd in living green ; So to the Jews old Canaan stood, While Jordan roli'd between. Could we but climb where Moses stood. And view the landscape o'er, Not Jordan's stream nor death's cold flood, Should fright us from the shore. Teacher. Godliness is profitable unto all things, hav- ing promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come. 1 Tim. iv. 8. Scholars. Blessed are they that do his command- ments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates unto the city. Rev. xxii. 14. Teach. Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt ; and where thieves do not break through, nor steal. Matt. vi. 20. ScHOL. He hath begotten us again unto a lively hope, by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you. 1 Pet. 3, 4. Teach. Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man the things which God hath prepared for them that love him. 1 Cor. ii. 9 223 224 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. ScHOL. We, according to his promise, look for new heavens, and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteous- ness. 2 Pet. iii. 13. Teach. The Lord God Almighty, and the Lamb are the temple of it ; the glory of God did lighten it ; and the Lamb is the light thereof. Rev. xxi. 22, 23. ScHOL. And they shall see his face, and his name shall be in their foreheads — the Lord God giveth them light : and they shall reign forever and ever. Rev. xxii. 4,5. Teach. To him that overcometh, will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne. Rev. iii. 21. ScHOL. They are before the throne of God ; and serve him day and night in his temple : and he that sitteth on the throne shall dwell among them. Rev. vii. 15. Teach. These are they which follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth : these were redeemed from among men ; being the first fruits unto God, and to the Lamb. Rev. xiv. 4. Schol. Thou wilt shew me the path of life : in thy presence is fulness of joy : at thy right hand, there are pleasures for evermore. Ps. xvi. 11. Teach. The sun shall be no more thy light by day, neither for brightness shall the moon give light unto thee ; but the Lord shall be unto thee an everlasting light, and thy God thy glory. Isa. Ix. 19. Schol. The inhabitants shall not say, I am sick ; the people that dwell therein shall be forgiven their iniquity. Isa. xxxiii. 24. Teach. They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more ; neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat. Rev. vii. 16. Schol. For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of water ; and God shall wipe away all teara from their eyes. Rev. vii. 17. FIFTH FRIDAY IN THE MONTH. 225 33 leaser. Thou art worthy, Lord, to receive glory, and honor, and power ; for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are, and were created. We adore thee as our Creator and God. Create us anew in Christ Jesus unto righteousness and true holiness, that we may honor thee in our souls and bodies which are thine. Blessed Jesus! we adore thee as our Redeemer. Thou "wast delivered for our offences, and rose for our justifica- tion, that thou mightest redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto thyself a peculiar people, zealous of good works. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath begotten us again unto a lively hope, by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an in- heritance, incorruptible, undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for us! We praise thee, our Immanuel, that having finished the work of our redemption on earth, thou hast gone to pre- pare a place for us in heaven, and that thou hast left the Holy Spirit, as our Comforter and Sanctifier, to prepare us for our inheritance with the saints in light. Although eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him, we bless thee that we know, that in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore. Weary in life's pilgrimage, smitten by the sun, faint with sickness, hungered, and athirst, we thank thee, that a rest remains to the people of God, where the inhabitants shall not say : I am sick ; where they shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more ; neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat. For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne, shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of water; and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name : thy kingdom come : thy will be done in earth as it is in, &c. MISERY OF THE WICKED Sm\) Saturtao in tte |Hont!). |Bocnfnfl. HYMN 131. CM. Fear. TERRIBLE thought ! shall I alone, Who may be savel, shall I, Of all alas! whom I have kuown, Through sin forever die? While all my oH companions dear, With whom I once did live, Joyful at GoJ's right hand appear, A blessing to receive :— Shall I, amidst a ghastly band, Dragg'd to the judgment-seat. Far on the left with horror stand, My fearful doom to meet 7 Ah! no;— I still raay turn and live, For still his wrath delays; He now vouchsafes a kind reprieve And offers me his grace. HYMN 132. s. M. Murdoch. THERE is beyond the sky A heaven of joy and love ; And holy children, when ihey die, Go to that world above. There Is a dreadful hell. And everlasting pains ; There sinners must with devils dwell. In darkness, fire, and chains. Can such a child as I Escape this awful end 7 And may I hope, whene'er I die, 1 shall to heaven ascend 1 Then will I read and pray, While I have life and breath ; Lest I should be cut off to-day, And sent 10 eternal deatJi. Teacher. The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God. Ps. ix. 17. Scholars. Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched. Mark ix. 48. Teach. For God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment. 2 Peter ii 4. ScHOL. Behold the day cometh, that shall burn as an oven ; and all the proud, yea, and all that do wickedly, shall be stubble ; and the day that cometh shall burn them up. saith the Lord of hosts. Mai. iv. 1. Teach. The day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night ; for when they shall say, peace and safety then sudden destruction cometh upon them. 1 Thess. r. 2,3. 226 FIFTH SATURDAY IN THE MONTH. 227 ScHOL. The Son of man shall send forth his an^^els, and they shall gather out of his kingdom all things that offend and them which do iniquity. Matt. xiii. 41. Teach. And shall cast them into a furnace of fire, there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth. Matt. xiii. 42. ScHOL. He shall say to them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels. Matt. xxv. 41. Teach. For I was a hungered, and ye gave me no meat ; I was thirsty, and ye gave me no drink ; I was a stranger, and ye took me not in : naked, and ye clothed me not ; sick, and in prison, and ye visited me not. Matt. xxv. 42, 43. ScHOL. Inasmuch as ye did it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to me ; and these sliall go away into everlasting punishment. Matt. xxv. 45, 46. Teach. The Lord Jesus shall be revealed from hea- ven, with his mighty angels, in flaming fire, taking ven- geance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Thess. i. 7, 8. ScHOL. Who shall be punished with everlasting de- struction, from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power. 2 Thess. i. 9. Teach. Behold, the Lord will come with fire, and with his chariots, like a whirlwind, — to render his anger with fury, and his rebuke with flames of fire. Isa. Ixvi. 15. ScHOL. It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. Heb. x. 31. Teach. Seek the Lord, and ye shall live ; lest he break out like fire, and devour, and there be none to quench it. Amos v. 6. ScHOL. For our God is a consuming fire. Heb. xii. 29. Teach. Wo unto the wicked ! it shall be ill with him : for the reward of his hands shall be given him. Isa. iii. 11. ScHOL. Wo unto their soul! for they have rewarded evil unto themselves. Is?., iii. 9. 2^ MANUAL OF UEVOWON. Lord, our God and Father in Christ, we bless thee that thou hast raised us this morning from our beds in health and strength, and permitted us to assemble in thy gracious presence, to seek mercy, and find grace to sus- tain us this day. Leave us not, we pray thee, to our own weakness, and the devices of our own hearts ; but guide us by thy wisdom, strengthen us by thy might, and pre- serve us from all unholy thoughts, unhallowed tempers and sinful actions, that we may live void of offence to- wards thee, and all those with whom we are connected. May the solemn truths we have read this morning, make suitable impressions upon our minds. Teach us, Lord, to compare a life of folly with a life of wisdom, a life of godliness with a life of sin. Show us, that, while great peace have they that keep thy law, the wicked are like the troubled sea that cannot rest ; that, while the hope of the righteous is gladness, the expectation of the wicked shall perish ; that, while the fear of the Lord pro- longeth days, the years of the wicked are shortened; and that, while the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day, the light of the wicked shall be dark in his tabernacle, and his candle shall be put out with him. give us to see, that those who sow to the Spirit, shall reap life everlast- ing, while the wages of sin is death ; and that they who do his commandments, have right to the tree of life, and shall enter in through the gates unto the heavenly city, while the wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the na- tions that forget God, where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched. convince us, that if we do not hearken to thy call of mercy, we shall hear the thunders of thy justice ; if we are not saved by thy love, we shall be destroyed in thine anger ; that we may flee from the wrath to come, and lay hold upon the hope set before us in the gospel. Our,&c. ASCEIPTION OF PRAISES TO GOD. i?ift|) SaturliaD in tt)C £B,on\\). fEbcninfi. H Y M N 133. c. M. PUty. PRAISE ye the Lord, ye immortal choiii That fill the worlds above ; Praise him who fomi'd you of his fires, And feeds you wiili his love. Shine to his praise, ye crystal ekies, The floor of his abode ; Or veil in shades your tbonsaod eyes Before your brighter God. Thou restless globe of golden light, Whose beams create our days. Join with the silver queen of night, To own your borrow'd rays. Thunder and hail, and fire and storms. The troops of his command, Appear in all your dreadful forms. And speak his awful hand. Shout to the Lord, ye surging seas, In your eternal roar ; Let wave to wave resound bis praise, And shore reply to shore. H Y M N 134. L. M. Hamner. O PRAISE the Lord in that blest place From whence his goodness largely flows ; Praise him in heaven, where he his face^ U'nveii'd, in perfect glory shows. Praise him for all the m:?hty acts Which he in our behalf has done ; His kindness (his return exacts, With which our praise should equal run. Let the shrill trumpet's warlike voice Make rocks and hills his praise rebound ; Praise him with harp's melodious noise, And gentle psaltery's silver sound. Let them who joyful hymns compose. To cymbals set their songs of praise : To well-tuned cymbals, and to (hose That loi'.dly sound on solemn days. Let all that vital breath enjoy, The breath he does to them afibid In just reiurns of praise employ : Let every creature praise the Lord I Teacher. Praise ye the Lord.' Praise ye the Lord from the heavens : praise him in the heights. Ps. cxlviii. 1. Scholars. Praise ye him, all liis angels : praise ye him, all his hosts. Ps. cxlviii. 2. Teach. Praise ye him, sun and moon : praise him, all ye stars of light. Ps. cxlviii. 3. ScHOL. Praise him, ye heavens of heavens, and ye waters that be above the heavens. Ps. cxlviii, 4. Teach. Let them praise the name of the Lord : for he commanded, and they were created. Ps. cxlviii. 5. ScHOL. He hath also established them forever and ever : he hath made a decree which shall not pass. Ps. cxlviii. 6. Teach. Praise the Lord from the earth, ye dragona and all deeps. Ps. cxlviii. 7. 20 229 230 MANUAL OF DEVOTION. t ^ ScHOL. Fire, and hail ; snow, and vapor ; stormy wind fuIfilJing his word. Ps, cxlviii. 8. Teach. Mountains and all hills ; fruitful trees, and all cedars. Ps. cxlviii. 9. ScHOL. Beasts and all cattle ; creeping^ things, and flying fowls. Ps. cxlviii. 10. Teach. Kings of the earth, and all people ; princes, and all judges of the earth. Ps. cxlviii. 11. ScHOL. Both young men, and maidens ; old men, and children. Ps. cxlviii. 12. Teach. Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is excellent ; his glory is above the earth and heaven. Ps. cxlviii. 13. Schol. He also exalteth the horn of his people, the praise of all his saints : even of the children of Israel, a people near unto him. Praise ye the Lord. Ps. cxlviii. 14. Teach. Praise ye the name of the Lord ; praise him, ye servants of the Lord. Ps. cxxxv. 1. Schol. Ye that stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God. Ps. cxxxv. 2. Teach. Praise the Lord, for the Lord is good : sing praises unto his name ; for it is pleasant. Ps. cxxxv. 3. Schol. Praise ye the Lord. Praise the Lord, my soul. Ps. cxlvi. 1. Teach. Praise ye the Lord. Praise God in his sanc- tuary : praise him in the firmament of his power. Ps. cl. 1. Schol. Praise him for his mighty acts : praise him according to his excellent greatness. Ps. cl. 2. Teach. Praise him with the sound of the trumpet : praise him with the psaltery and harp. Ps. cl, 3. Schol. Praise him with the timbrel and dance : praise him with stringed instruments and organs. Ps. cl. 4. Teach. Praise him upon the loud cymbals : praise him upon the high-sounding cymbals. Ps. cl. 5. Schol. Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord. Ps. cl. G. FIFTH SATURDAY IN THE MONTH. 231 We praise thee, God ; praise waiteth for thee in Zion ; and unto thee shall the vow be performed. It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises unto thy name, Most High ; to show forth thy loving- kindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night. All thy works praise thee, God. Thou art glorified in the sun and moon, and in all the stars of light; in the heaven of heavens, and in the waters that be under the heavens; for thou didst command, and they were created. All thy creatures praise thee, God ; angels, and all the shining hosts; kings of the earth, and all people; princes, and all judges of the earth ; both young men, and maidens ; old men, and children. Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is excellent; his glory is above the earth and heavens. While angels, and archangels adore thee in the heights, crying: " Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God of Sabaoth ; heaven and earth are full of thy glory;" we, thy lower creation, would this eve- ning raise a fresh memorial, and inscribe it to the God of our salvation; " Hitherto hath the Lord helped us." We will praise thee, Lord, for thy mercy endureth forever. Blessed be the Lord God, who daily loadeth us with bene- fits ; even ihe God of our salvation ! We praise thee, God the Father, as our Creator; thou hast made us, and not we ourselves. We praise thee, God the Son, as our Redeemer; thou hast redeemed us by thy precious blood, as of a lamb without spot and blemish. We praise thee, God the Holy Ghost, as our Sanctifier; thou dost cleanse us from all sin. holy, blessed, and glorious Trinity, three persons and one God ; help us to love and praise thee upon earth; and bring us with Cheru- bim and Seraphim, with the glorious company of the Apostles, the goodly fellowship of the Prophets, the noble army of Martyrs, and the general Assembly and Church of the first-born, to praise thee in heaven, through Christ Jesus, our Lord Amen! Our Father, who art, &c. FOEMS OF GRACE AT TABLE. ffirace befovc i^acat. I. Bountiful Giver of every good and perfect gift, thy hand is ever open to bless thy needy creatures. Let thy blessing descend on this food, to nourish our bodies; and give us the bread of life, to sustain our souls, through Christ the Redeemer. Amen! II. Almighty God, the eyes of all wait on thee, ^nd thou givest them their meat in due season. Bless, we pray thee, the present offerings of thy bounty to the refreshment and strengthening of our bodies, and save us for Christ's Bake. Amen! III. God of benevolence, thy tender mercies are over all thy works. Again thou hast provided for our returning wants. Grant us thy blessing on the present food, pardon our sins, and enable us to live to thy honor and glory. Amen! IV. Author of all good, we are still encompassed by thy mercy, and fed of thy bounty. Bless to our use the food thou hast provided, and give us grace to live to thy glory, as we live upon thy bounty. Amen! V. Bless, Lord, we entreat thee, this food to the sus- tenance of our bodies, nourish our souls with thy grace, and bring us to thy heavenly kingdom, through Jesua Christ. Amen! VI. Lord , thou hast again spread a table for our perish- ing bodies; break to our souls the bread of life, that we may eat and live forever, through Christ Jesus. Amen! VII. Give us grace, Lord, to partake aright of this and every offering of thy bounty, that whether we eat, or drink, or whatever we do, we may do all to thy glory Amen! VIII. Sanctify, Lord, we beseech thee, these ofTer- ings of thy bounty to our use, and us to thy service, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen ! 232 FORMS OF GRACE AT TABLE. 233 CSracc after fHcat. I. Author of all our comforts, and God of all grace, we thank thee for the rich provision made for our temporal and spiritual wants, and especially for the food with which we have now been refreshed. Prepare our hearts to obey thee upon earth, that we may eat bread in thy heavenly kingdom. II. Our Father and God, we would render unto thee our grateful acknowledgments for this renewed token of thy favor. May we feel under increased obligations to love and serve thee for all thy mercies, through Christ Jesus. Amen! III. Heavenly Father, we have again been fed of thy bounty. What shall we render unto thee for all thy bene- fits? O help us to show our gratitude for thy mercies, by walking in thy ways and keeping thy commandments, for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen ! IV. Our gracious Benefactor, we thank thee for this token of thy favor, in the supply of our bodily wants. Enable us to partake of the provision made for our souls in Christ Jesus. may we all receive of his fulness, and grace for grace. Amen! V. Accept, O Lord, our thanks for the food which we have now received, and enable us to prove the sincerity of our gratitude, by the obedience of our lives, through the merits of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen ! VI. We bless thee, Lord, for this refreshment of our bodies ; feed our souls with the bread of life, that we may grow in grace, and set down with thee at thy table, in our Father's kingdom. VII. Blessed be the name of the Lord, for this and all other blessings conferred upon us, whether temporal or spiritual, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen! VIII. Blessed be the Lord God, who daily loodeth us with benefits, for this and every expression of his loving- kindness, through Jesus Christ. Amen ! ii^osA TP. esa. 20*