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I. THE COURSE OF ACTION ENJOINED.

1. Good works to the bodies of others.

2. Good works to the souls of others.

3. Good works to the Christian Church.

II. THE QUALIFICATIONS SUPPOSED.

1. Cheerfulness.

2. Promptitude.

3. Perseverance.

4. Catholicity.

III. THE MOTIVES.

1. The genius of our religion.

2. The example of Christ.

3. Personal improvement.

4. Future reward of grace.

(G. Brooks.)

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KJV: Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,

WEB: Remind them to be in subjection to rulers and to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work,