The Right Performance of Christian Duty.

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I must not perform a duty, unless I bring God to it; nor rest satisfied, unless I carry God from it. Hear David's precept, "O seek the Lord, and his strength; seek his face for evermore."

Be sure not to rise from duty, before the countenance of God shine, upon your soul. It must be Christ that must prepare you, and Christ that must meet you; or it will be no comfort to you. What is the chariot—if your beloved is not in it? Hear Bernard's practice, "Lord, I never come to you without you. I never go from you—but with you."

O blessed soul that never prays, hears, or receives—but carries Christ to all—enjoys Christ in all—and brings Christ from all.