The works of the Rev. John Wesley, Vol. 02 (of 32)Wesley, John
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The works of the Rev. John Wesley, Vol. 02 (of 32)
Wesley, John
Methodist Church; Theology -- Early works to 1800; Theology -- History -- 18th century
4. But in the full extent of the word, a _peace-maker_ is one, that as
he hath opportunity, _doth good unto all men_: one that being filled
with the love of God and of all mankind, cannot confine the expressions
of it to his own family, or friends, or acquaintance, or party: or
to those of his own opinions; no, nor those who are partakers of like
precious faith: but steps over all these narrow bounds, that he may
do good to every man: that he may some way or other manifest his love
to neighbours and strangers, friends and enemies. He doth good to
them all, as he hath opportunity, that is on every possible occasion;
_redeeming the time_, in order thereto, _buying up every opportunity_,
improving every hour, losing no moment wherein he may profit another.
He does good, not of one particular kind, but good in general: in every
possible way, employing herein all his talents of every kind; all his
powers and faculties of body and soul; all his fortune, his interest,
his reputation; desiring only, that when his Lord cometh he may say,
“Well done, good and faithful servant!”
5. He doth good, to the uttermost of his power, even to the bodies of
all men. He rejoices to _deal his bread to the hungry_, and to _cover
the naked with a garment_. Is any a stranger? He takes him in, and
relieves him according to his necessities. Are any sick or in prison?
He visits them, and administers such help as they stand most in need
of. And all this he does, not as unto man; but remembring him that hath
said, _Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my
brethren, ye have done it unto me_.
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