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By Jacob Duché
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The collection gathers pastorally minded discourses rooted in biblical exposition and practical moral instruction. The sermons interpret scripture to advocate evangelical simplicity, universal benevolence, and inward spiritual transformation, contrasting external observance with genuine Christian love. Topics range from wisdom and righteousness to the sufficiency of Christ's religion for true happiness and the nature of faithful sacrifice. Written in a plain, devotional style, the pieces aim to persuade readers toward heartfelt obedience and charity rather than theological display.

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Title: Discourses on Various Subjects, Vol. 1 (of 2)

Author: Jacob Duché

Release date: December 13, 2019 [eBook #60915]
Most recently updated: October 17, 2024

Language: English

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DISCOURSES ON VARIOUS SUBJECTS

DISCOURSES ON VARIOUS SUBJECTS,
By
JACOB DUCHÉ, M. A.
Rector of Christ-Church and St. Peter's, in Philadelphia;
AND FORMERLY OF
CLARE-HALL, CAMBRIDGE.
The SECOND EDITION.
VOL I.
LONDON;
Printed by J. Phillips, George-Yard,
Lombard-Street.
And Sold by T. Cadell, in the Strand; H. Payne,
Pall-Mall; C. Dilly, in the Poultry; and J. Phillips.
M.DCC.LXXX.

Pelham Pinx.

TO THE RIGHT HONOURABLE

LADY JULIANA PENN.

Madam,

I have ever deemed it one of the most favourable circumstances of my life, that your Ladyship condescended to honour my early youth with your kind countenance and protection. Your amiable character, and exemplary virtues, have always thrown such a lustre around you, as could not but enlighten and improve those, who came within their influence. This testimony from me, is no more than the just tribute of a grateful heart.

I am, therefore, happy, in having your Ladyship's permission to inscribe to you the following discourses. You are no stranger to the sentiments they contain: you love and honour the doctrines they inculcate.

The author intreats to be indulged with a continuance of that regard, which your Ladyship hath hitherto shewn him; and which he hath always held more desirable, in proportion as he hath been better qualified to judge of what is truly honourable and estimable in the intercourses of social life.

With this sentiment deeply impressed upon his mind, he cannot but rejoice in the opportunity your Ladyship hath granted him, of thus publickly subscribing himself,

Madam,

Your Ladyship's

Most obliged and

Most faithful Servant,

J. DUCHÉ.