Two marvels that are no mysteries.
I. LIVING MEN ARE OFTEN MISERABLE.
1. Surprising; when we consider
2. Not inexplicable; when we remember
II. MISERABLE MEN OFTEN CONTINUE LIVING.
1. Astonishing; if we reflect upon
2. Not insoluble; if we recollect
(a) to glorify God, by exhibiting his power in sustaining them, and his grace in giving them opportunity to improve;
(b) to benefit themselves, by allowing time for suffering, if possible, to perfect them in obedience; and, supposing this end attained,
(c) to instruct their fellows how to bear and how to profit by affliction.