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I. WHEREIN IT CONSISTS —

1. In zeal for God's glory.

2. Prompted by God's love in the heart.

3. Awakened and sustained by God's Spirit.

II. WHAT ARE ITS EVIDENCES?

1. Diligence.

2. Fidelity.

3. Cheerful effort.

4. Constancy.

III. WHERE IS IT NECESSARY? Everywhere.

1. In the Church.

2. In the world.

3. In the family.

4. In retirement.

(J. Lyth, D.D.)

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KJV: Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;

WEB: not lagging in diligence; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;