...of the beneficial effects of the gift of a single Tract, and also a proof that, ' Godliness has the promise of the life that now is, as well as that which is to come.' " There are two classes of persons to whom this fact makes a power*•fill appeal : — Those who hallow...

...asserts, that godliness, meaning certainly Christian godliness, is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, as well as that which is to come^. But of whom can it be then, that he speaks, when he saith so expressly, If in this life only we have...

...life — happy in death — and is gone to be happier than I can tell you, for ever. ' For goodliness is profitable for all things ; having the promise of the life that now is,' so far as there is any thing good in it; and the promise ' of the life that is to come,' in which...

...and love of all who knew his excellencies, and could value his eminent piety and zeal. Surely then godliness is profitable for all things, having the promise of the life which now is and of that which is to come 9. Surely even the worldly man must acknowledge the excellency...

...and love of all who knew his excellencies, and could value his eminent piety and zeal. Surely then godliness is profitable for all things, having the promise of the life which now is and of that which is to come 9. Surely even the Worldly man must acknowledge the excellency...

...relation to our future prospects, but in reference to our present enjoyments. Godliness is profitable unto all things, having the promise of the life that now is, as well as of that which is to come. This subject would bear an ample and useful illustration, with respect...

...more fervently. Bltssed religion ! which yields the fruits of holiness, humility, and a peaceful life; having the promise of the life that now is, as well as that which is to come. I have thought it expedient to embody my remarks on a number of important subjects, and present them...

...ministry, shaking me by the hand, and praying for my speedy return amongst them. Surely' godliness has the promise of the life that now is, as well as that which is to come. The numbers of my enemies are inconsiderable, but my friends cannot be numbered; and what gives me...

...Does not he clothe the lilies and the tulips, and feed the ravens and the lions ? Is not godliness profitable for all things, having the promise of " the life that now is, and of that which is to come." ? " Seek first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness, and all...

...result is, that I am comfortable, and comparatively rich." Here then is a proof and an illustration, that godliness is profitable for all things, having the promise of the life that now is as well as of that which is to come. Nor are these proofs uncommon. Many persons, now living in circumstances...