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[Passion brands religion pure]

This fellow persuadeth men to worship, &c. —xviii. 13.

Passion brands religion pure,
And sinners blind blaspheme,

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Contrary to law be sure
If contrary to them:
Truth they wilfully mistake,
Abhorrers of the gospel-light,
Zeal for God a cloak they make,
Who 'gainst His servants fight.
Contrary to custom's law
Our doctrine we confess,
Teach, that souls should stand in awe
Of sin and wickedness,
Teach, that wash'd in Jesus' blood
They all may feel His saving power,
All may then the pardoning God
In spirit and truth adore.