the different graces, that are possessed, is distinct, as to the individual’s interest in Christ and title to heaven; and, therefore, joy springs up in the heart—“a joy unspeakable and full of glory;”—through which, being experienced on the scriptural grounds referred to, the Holy Spirit affords his testimony to the conscience. The favored man is satisfied, from examining the state and emotions of his soul, that the joy he feels is not carnal—is not delusive—is not hypocritical; but is spiritual—
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