Speech at Lotus Club, New York. 1874.
Punishment Inevitable. June 13.
It is a fact that God does punish here, in this life. He does not, as false preachers say, give over this life to impunity and this world to the devil, and only resume the reigns of moral government and the right of retribution when men die and go into the next world. Here in this life He punishes sin. Slowly but surely God punishes. If any of you doubt my words you have only to commit sin and then see whether your sin will find you out.
Sermons on David. 1866.
The Problem Solved. June l4.
After all, the problem of life is not a difficult one, for it solves itself so very soon at best—by death. Do what is right the best way you can, and wait to the end to know.
MS. Letter.
But remember that though death may alter our place, it cannot alter our character—though it may alter our circumstances, it cannot alter ourselves.
Discipline and other Sermons.