Poem by John Newton

True and False Zeal

Zeal is that pure and heavenly flame,
The fire of love supplies;
While that which often bears the name,
Is self in a disguise.
True zeal is merciful and mild,
Can pity and forbear;
The false is headstrong, fierce and wild,
And breathes revenge and war. 

1. Belshazzar
2. The Believer's Danger, Safety, and Duty
3. Gideon's Fleece
4. Now May He Who from the Dead
5. More With Us Than with Them

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