The Happiness of the Blessed considered as to the Particulars of their State their Recognition of Each Other in that State; and its Difference of Degrees. To which are added, Musings on the Church and her Services. By Richard Mant. Fourth Edition, with Additions |
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LXXXIV. THE DEATH OF THE RIGHTEOUS.
Wouldst thou the Christian's death triumphant die,Live thou the Christian's life!—To fight the fight
Of God, supported by the Spirit's might,
And in the Saviour's name; to fix the eye
Fast on the prize, and strive for mastery;
To keep the faith's rich jewel, whole and bright:
Such aim accomplish'd was the heart's delight
Of dying Paul: such aim be thine to try!
So move thou duly on to reach the goal!
So may God's Spirit with thine own attest
Thy heavenly sonship, and his peace control
Earth's anxious thoughts! So, meet to join the blest,
His gentle breath shed comfort on thy soul,
The pledge and earnest of eternal rest!
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