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discipline. If there is a continuance, in face of warnings and appeals
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and entreaties, to still follow the perverse will, it may be regarded as
proof that the heart is in no way assimilated to Christ. Self, and only
self, is the object of adoration, and one such professed Christian will
lead many away from God.
There is a terrible sin upon us as a people, that we have permitted
our church members to dress in a manner inconsistent with their faith.
We must arise at once and close the door against the allurements of
fashion. Unless we do this, our churches will become demoralized.
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