PREFACE TO THE FIRST EDITION. con THE following Sermons were taken entirely from memory, without the the assistance of notes, by a Lady, who was long a member of the late Mr. Worthington's gregation. They have been considered, by many competent judges, as correct specimens of his style of preaching; as such, they are now printed for private circulation. The writer of this preface, who can answer for their correctness, has long prized them, not only for their intrinsic excellence, but as a pleasing memorial of the uncommonly retentive memory of a much endeared relative and friend. Though not given as complete discourses, they may still be perused with advantage, particularly by the by the young, with whom Mr. Worthington was always a favourite preacher. The above statement, it is hoped, while it bespeaks candour, will disarm criticism. June, 1822. PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION. CONNECTED, by the closest ties, with the highly valued individual, by whose uncommon powers of memory and judgment, these specimens of eloquence and piety have been rescued from oblivion, the Editor gave his own opinion of their merits with diffidence, doubtful how far that opinion might be influenced by personal attachment, and by the feelings of a grateful heart, for that large share of domestic happiness which he has long enjoyed. Encouraged by the numerous testimonies to the merits and correctness of the Sermons, he felt disposed to comply with the |