1. As the only way in which we can obtain deliverance from the law is by the death of Christ, the exercise of faith in him is essential to holi- ness. When we lose our confidence in Christ, we fall under the power of the law, and relapse into sin. Every thing depends, therefore, upon our maintaining our union with Christ. " Without me, ye can do nothing,'* V. 4.
2. The only evidence of union with Christ is bringing forth fruit unto God, V. 4.
3. As deliverance from the penalty of the law is in order to holiness, it is vain to expect that deliverance, except with a view to the end for which it is granted, v. 4.
4. Conversion is a great change ; sensible to him that experiences it, and visible to others. It is a change from a legal and slavish state, to one of filial confidence ; manifesting itself by the renunciation of the service of sin, and by devotion to the service of God, v. 6.
5. A contract so lasting as that of marriage, and of which the con-
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