SPECIAL TEXT: "Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: fear God and keep his commandments; for this is the whole duty of man."
NOTES.
1. Suggestions in the Formation of a Lecture: In a previous lesson on lectures, I made some suggestions in relation to the construction of a lecture (Lesson XI, Part II), quoting from a little work by William Pittenger on "Extempore Speech," calling attention to the simple framework of a lecture, consisting of, 1. The Introduction;; 2. The Discussion; 3. The Conclusion. I now give from the same work an example in outline of such a speech.
"Subject—The Ocean.
"1. Introduction—The vastness of the ocean. No one person has seen more than a small part of it. Power evidenced by storm and shipwrecks.
"2. Discussion.—Five great divisions of the ocean. Use in nature, watering and tempering the land; in commerce, as a highway; in history, by dividing and uniting nations; its mystery, etc.
"3. Conclusion.—Proof of the Creator's power and wisdom found in the ocean.
"THE SAME PLAN CONDENSED.
"Subject—The Ocean.
"1. Vastness and Power.