Chapter III: Letter II

_Importance of a thorough Knowledge of the Doctrines of Christianity; Means of obtaining it_, 26

Connection of Doctrine and Practice, 26
Religion compared to a Building, 27
The Holy Spirit operates through the Truth, 28
Genuine and Spurious Religious Affections distinguished, 28
Office of the Truth in Sanctification, 29
Doctrinal Knowledge without Practice, 29

_Directions_, 30

1. Becomes a Little Child, 30
The Starting Point of Error, 31
2. Avoid a Controversial Spirit, 31
An Error of Young Persons, 31
3. Use Helps, 32
Writings of Men, why studied, 32
Bible the Text Book, 32
4. Seek the Aid of the Holy Spirit, 32