THE CHRISTIAN FATHER'S PRESENT TO HIS CHILDREN
by John Angell James, 1825
Preface
An Address to Christian Parents
The Anxiety of a Christian Parent for the Spiritual Welfare of His Children
The Dispositions Necessary for an Inquiry into the Nature of True Religion
The Nature of True Religion
The Advantages and Responsibility of a Pious Education
The Prevailing Obstacles Which Prevent Young People from Entering on a Pious Life
The Deceitfulness of the Heart
Transient Devotions
Decision of Character in True Religion
The Pleasures of a Pious Life
The Advantages of Early Piety
The Influence of True Religion upon the Temporal Interests of its Possessor
The Choice of Companions
On Books
Amusements and Recreations
On Theatrical Amusements
On the Period Which Elapses Between the Time of Leaving School and the Age of Manhood
Public Spirit
Female Accomplishments, Virtues, and Pursuits
On Prudence, Modesty, and Courtesy Redeeming Time
On the Choice of a Companion for Life
The Great End of Life
The Meeting of a Pious Family in Heaven
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