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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THE CHRISTIAN PASTOR'S JOY IN HIS FLOCK. |
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THE CHRISTIAN PASTOR'S JOY IN HIS FLOCK.
'Tis sweet to feel the waking consciousnessOf home-bred rapture in the pensive mind:
'Tis sweet to think, that those, whom God hath join'd
With us in love, the like enjoyments bless:
But still more sweet the joy our hearts confess,
To see ourselves by Providence design'd
Stewards of good, where those we love may find
The means and channel of their blessedness.
Such, Christian pastor, is thy heart's delight,
To serve thy God, and see thy people share
His service, led by thee: with them how bright
Thy joy to come, let holy Paul declare;
A joy, a glory, and a crown of light,
Which kings might envy and exult to wear
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