5. Nothing therefore ought to give so great joy to him that loves thee, and knows thy benefits, and the accomplishment of thy will in himself, and the pleasure of thy eternal appointment.
With which he ought to be so far contented and comforted, as to be willing to be the least, as any one would wish to be the greatest, and to enjoy as much peace and content in the lowest place, as in the highest; and to be as willing to be despicable and mean, and of no name and repute in the world, as to be preferred in honour, and greater than others:
For thy will, and the love of thy honour, ought to be regarded above all, and to comfort and please him more than any benefits whatsoever which he hath received, or can receive.
Chap. XXIII.
Of four things which bring much peace.
1. Son, I will teach thee now the way of peace and true liberty.
2. Do, Lord; I beseech thee, as thou sayest, for I shall be very glad to hear it.
3. Endeavour, my Son, rather to do the will of another, than thy own.
Ever choose rather to have less, than more.