Proper Psalms. The humiliation and triumph of
Christ viii. His glorious ascension; xxiv. xlvii.
The character of such as shall rise to dwell with
him; xv. xxiv. The honour and dignity to which
he is exalted, and the overthrow of his enemies;
xxi. His sovereignty and conquests; cviii. His uni-
versal dominion, xlvii.

His ascension to heaven, whence he had descended,
and shall once again come with his glory; Second
Morning and Evening Lessons; Epistle and Gospel.

Moses going up the Mount to receive the Law :
the succession of the High priesthood: the separation
of a particular tribe to the ministry; and the sub-
stance of the obedience which God requires. Morn-
ing Lesson. The translation of Elijah, and the succes-
sion of Elisha to his master's office and spirit: God
avenges indignities offered to his ministers. Evening
Lesson. Our Lord's commission to the apostles;
Second Morning Lesson; Epistle and Gospel. The
objects of the ministerial office, and the unity of the
Church. Second Evening Lesson.

WHITSUNDAY.

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.p. 121.
The feast of Pentecost to be observed. Morning
Lesson. The spiritual blessings which shall prevail
in Christ's kingdom. Evening Lesson.-Christ pro-
mises to the disciples that he will send the Com-
forter. Gospel.-who descends visibly on the day of
Pentecost. Epistle-and who is given to the Gentiles.
Second Morning Lesson.-Baptism is the appointed
means whereby we receive the Holy Ghost: the
presumption of such as attempt the work of God,
unsent. Second Evening Lesson.

Proper Psalms. The safety and glory of the
Church, xlviii. The progress of the Church, from
the deliverance of Israel, to the complete triumph of
the Gospel. Ixviii. Praise to God for the richness
and variety of his gifts. civ. His saints adore Him
for the far more exceeding excellence of his spi-
ritual blessings. cxlv.

MONDAY IN WHITSUN-WEEK..

...........p. 123.

The confusion of tongues at Babel. Morning
Lesson. The ordination of the seventy elders. Even-
ing Lesson.-Spiritual gifts are diverse, and divided
among the Church, that unity may be maintained
by the mutual dependence of the members. Second
Morning Lesson. They are given, not for vain glory,
but that they may be used to edification. Second
Evening Lesson.-They who had received the mira-
culous gifts of the Spirit were still required to be
baptized. Epistle.-The rejection of christian truth
arises, not from deficient evidence and light, but from
a corrupt heart that chooses darkness. Gospel.
TUESDAY IN WHITSUN-WEEK.......

..p. 124.

The power of the Spirit to control the heart and
purposes of the enemies of God's people. Morning
Lesson. The gathering in of the Jews to the Church
of Christ foretold. Evening Lesson. Our duties as
members of the Church. Second Morning Lesson.-
The evidence of the Spirit of truth; faith working
by love. Second Evening Lesson.-The importance of
laying on of hands, or confirmation, Epistle.- A
faithful minister of Christ described. Gospel.

The first Sunday after Trinity shews that God is our
helper and our strength; and requires holy service, and
the exercise of brotherly love. The second, that He
delivers us in trouble, and requires that we relieve our
afflicted brethren. The third, the disposition in which
we must seek his help, namely, lowliness of heart. The
fourth, that he is our King and Ruler. The fifth, the
obedience, and trust He claims. The sixth, the means
whereby we may be restored to his favour when we
have offended. The seventh, the penalty of sin, and
the reward of righteousness, death and life.

FIRST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY..... p. 135.

Joshua's victory over the five Kings. Morning
Lesson.-Obedience to God's commands the con-
dition of receiving his help, and blessing. Evening
Lesson. He requires that we love the brethren, for
his sake. Epistle.-The parable of the rich man and
Lazarus.-Gospel.

SECOND SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY... p. 136.

The deliverance of Israel from the oppression of
Jabin and Sisera. Morning and Evening Lessons.—
Our duty to help our brethren, with liberality and
self-denial. Epistle. The danger of a worldly
spirit; and the poor called to the gospel feast.—
Gospel.

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THIRD SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY..... p. 137.

The blessing upon the meekness of Hannah; and
the judgment upon the wickedness and impudence
of Eli's sons. Morning Lesson.-The call of Samuel;
and the submission of Eli to the sentence pro-
nounced against his house. Evening Lesson.-The
blessings of humble trust. Epistle.-Christ receives
sinners, and Heaven rejoices over their repentance.
Gosvel.

FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY... p. 188.

The sin of Israel in renouncing God's government,
by asking a King. Morning Lesson.-Saul condemned
for his disobedience to the law of God. Evening
Lesson. Mercy and equity enforced. Gospel.-Illus-
trated by the integrity of Samuel. Morning Lesson.—
We are directed to the future for the recompense of
our conduct and present sufferings. Epistle.
FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY...

.....

p. 139.

The punishment of Saul's disobedience. Morning
Lesson. The reward of David's holy confidence.
Evening Lesson.-The obedience of St. Peter rewarded
in the miraculous draught of fishes; the trust of
Peter, James, and John, in leaving all to follow
Christ. Gospel.-Trust in God enforced. Epistle.

SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY............. p. 139.
David repents, and obtains mercy. Morning
Lesson.-The rebels of Israel return to their alle-
giance: Shimei pardoned. Evening Lesson.- God
requires the service of the heart. Gospel.-Our
baptism obliges us to holy obedience. Epistle.

EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY...........p.141.

They who are the sons of God receive the witness
of the spirit of adoption. Epistle.-Professions are
to be suspected, and tried. Gospel.-The evidence
is of a practical nature; and shewn, in renouncing
sin. Epistle.-and in doing righteousness. Gospel.—
The assertion of the prophet of Bethel, being con-
trary to the Word of God, ought to have convinced
the other of his falsehood. Morning Lesson.-The
prophet of Judah, and Elijah, proved to be from
God, by the accordance of their sayings with his
law, and by the works of power which attested
them. Morning and Evening Lessons.

NINTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY.....p. 142.

Elijah's courage and power. Morning Lesson.-
His weakness and despondency. Evening Lesson.—
God will give us sufficient help in all temptation.
Epistle. We are called to improve the present time,
so as to guard against future calamity. Gospel

TENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY..

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.p.

153.

The disobedience of the Jews to God condemned
by the obedience of the Rechabites to Jonadab their
father. Morning Lesson.- God, striving with his
disobedient children, gives them a last warning.
Evening Lesson. His providential care,
and our
duty to trust Him. Gospel.-The character of his
children. Epistle.

SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY. p.154.

- The commission of a faithful Minister. Morning

Lesson.-False teachers condemned. Evening Lesson.
Ministers are sent, to minister spiritual blessings to
God's people. Epistle. And, by the word and
power of Christ, to awaken sinners from the death
of sin. Gospel.

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CHAPTER I.-THE CHURCH AND DISSENT, THEIR NATURE AND ESSENTIAL DIFFERENCES........ p. 3.

Essentials of the Christian Church, according to the Church of England;-nature and government of congregational, or dissenting churches;-the principles of the two are entirely opposite ;-both, therefore, cannot be of Divine appointment.

The Voluntary principle, its nature, and destructive tendency.

Nature of an Established Church.

Intercommunion between the Church and Dissent impracticable;-inconsistency of dissenters in seeking it;-unions between different sects can preserve peace only by sacrificing religion;-illustrations.

Arguments drawn from history in support of the Church waved in the present inquiry;—the practical operation of conflicting principles a decisive test of their source, and nature.

CHAPTER II.-THE CHURCH AND DISSENT, CON

SIDERED IN THEIR ACCORDANCE WITH THE CHRISTIAN SYSTEM.. p. 17.

The leading principles of the Christian system applied to the Church, and Dissent, as a test.

Comprehensiveness:-the Church is comprehensive;-Dissent is exclusive.

Order :-regular subordination in the Church.All are heads in Dissent ;-quarrels and secessions; -these justifiable upon dissenting principles.

The dignity and authority of the Christian ministry: the credit of the clergy is admitted, and complained of by their enemies ;-Dissenting ministers; -their miserably helpless, dependent, and subservient position.

The corruption of mankind:-fatal to the principle of voluntary churches;-how. Safety afforded by a Church ;-nature of this security.

CHAPTER III.- GOD'S CARE OF THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND SHEWN IN HER HISTORY.... p. 33 & 49.

Leading events in the history of the Church and Nation, from the Reformation to the present time, sbewing that everything has been over-ruled for good.