I used to try to reconcile the friendship of the world and God’s favour, but I found it would not do; “He that will not forsake all is not worthy of me.”—William Tiptaft.
Let me beware, when I get comfort, lest the enemy blow up pride, unsettledness, carelessness, sloth, etc., which he will assuredly be ready to do. He must, therefore, be carefully watched. For, when the soul is as it were raised a little from under its burden, it is apt to spring up too high—the animal spirits, which were formerly oppressed, being now likewise elevated.—Dr. Love.