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Editorial
October 13, 1847
Morning Star
Limerick, York County, Maine
What is this article about?
An unsigned piece advises ministers in new places not to trumpet past victories in the cross, as it shows self-importance, people prefer present actions, and it risks unmet expectations leading to lost confidence.
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For the Morning Star.
DO NOT SOUND A TRUMPET BEFORE THEE.—Some ministers when commencing in new places converse much about the great things they have seen in the victories of the cross, and especially what deeds of virtuous heroism have been accomplished much through their instrumentality. They would find it to their advantage not to dwell on this much, for these reasons: It is very often a display of little self. Secondly, the wise and the good had rather see them do wonders now than hear them ever telling what they used to do. And lastly, by this course the expectations of some will be raised high, which these ministers may not be able to meet, and so confidence will soon be lost.
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DO NOT SOUND A TRUMPET BEFORE THEE.—Some ministers when commencing in new places converse much about the great things they have seen in the victories of the cross, and especially what deeds of virtuous heroism have been accomplished much through their instrumentality. They would find it to their advantage not to dwell on this much, for these reasons: It is very often a display of little self. Secondly, the wise and the good had rather see them do wonders now than hear them ever telling what they used to do. And lastly, by this course the expectations of some will be raised high, which these ministers may not be able to meet, and so confidence will soon be lost.
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What sub-type of article is it?
Moral Or Religious
What keywords are associated?
Ministers
Humility
Self Promotion
Religious Advice
Virtuous Heroism
What entities or persons were involved?
Ministers
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Advice To Ministers Against Boasting Of Past Achievements
Stance / Tone
Cautionary Advisory
Key Figures
Ministers
Key Arguments
Boasting Displays Little Self
Wise And Good Prefer Current Wonders Over Past Tales
Raises Expectations That May Not Be Met, Leading To Lost Confidence