The Practical Works of the Rev. Richard Baxter, Vol. 15 of 23: With a Life of the Author, and a Critical Examination of His Writings; Containing ... A Moral Prognostication; The Reformed Lit - Softcover
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XVIII. Exhort. 4. Bend all your studies to a life of increased and exercised love. How the love of God must be exercised and increased. The benefit hereof.
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