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I. THE OBJECT INDICATED.

1. The gospel requires faith.

2. Has a right to demand it.

II. THE DUTY ENJOINED.

1. Adherence to its doctrines.

2. Conformity to its precepts.

3. Advocacy of its claims.

III. THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS DUTY. In its bearing upon —

1. Ourselves.

2. Others.

3. The cause of God.

(J. Lyth, D.D.)

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KJV: Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.

WEB: Watch! Stand firm in the faith! Be courageous! Be strong!