Matthew 22:5 But they made light of it, and went their ways, one to his farm, another to his merchandise: I. THE CAUSES. 1. Ignorance. 2. Insensibility. 3. Indisposition. 4. Worldly-mindedness. 5. All these excuses were derived from things that were lawful in themselves. II. Substantiate THE PROOFS. Must not bring such a charge without the clearest evidence; that you make light of the gospel proved — 1. From your thoughts. 2. From your words. 3. From your actions. 4. From your anxieties. III. EXPOSE THIS EVIL. 1. Consider the conduct of other beings. The devil, angels, saints do not make light of it. 2. Consider the truth of the subject. 3. The importance of the subject. 4. The guilt you contract. IV. REJOICE IN THE CURE OF THIS INDEFFERENCE. (W. Jay.) Parallel Verses KJV: But they made light of it, and went their ways, one to his farm, another to his merchandise:WEB: But they made light of it, and went their ways, one to his own farm, another to his merchandise, |
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