Diligence in redeeming time, commends religion to the good opinion of others. Even what is only carelessness may cause a lasting prejudice against the truth. Let all discourse be discreet and seasonable, as becomes Christians. Though it be not always of grace, it must always be with grace. Though our discourse be of that which is common, yet it must be in a Christian manner.
Grace is the salt which seasons our discourse, and keeps it from corrupting.
It is not enough to answer what is asked, unless we answer aright also. Ministers are servants to Christ, and fellow-servants to one another. They have one Lord, though they have different stations and powers for service. It is a great comfort under the troubles and difficulties of life, to have fellow Christians caring for us. Faithless servants become faithful and beloved brethren, and some who had done wrong, become fellow-workers of good.