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A Short and Easy Method of Prayer – Chapter 10

Posted on August 25, 2007 by Mal

Of Mortification I will even affirm, that, in any other way, it is next to an impossibility ever to acquire a perfect mortification of the senses and passions. The reason is obvious; the soul gives vigour and energy to the … Continue reading →

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A Short and Easy Method of Prayer – Chapter 9

Posted on August 15, 2007 by Mal

Of Virtue It is thus we acquire virtue, with facility and certainty; for, as God is the fountain and principle of all virtue, we possess all in the possession of Himself; and in proportion as we approach towards this possession, … Continue reading →

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A Short and Easy Method of Prayer – Chapter 1

Posted on June 22, 2007 by Mal

The Universal Call to Prayer What a dreadful delusion hath prevailed over the greater part of mankind, in supposing that they are not called to a state of prayer! whereas all are capable of prayer, and are called thereto, as … Continue reading →

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