A Sermon Preached at Kensington Church, on June the 29th, 1794

Delivered in the bustling summer of 1794, this sermon opens with a vivid reference to a recent sea victory and the urgent cries of disciples pleading for salvation. The preacher, a well‑educated clergyman of Christ Church, Oxford, frames his message around the familiar Gospel passage where the disciples awaken their Master in a storm, setting a tone of both reverence and immediacy.

From there, the address moves beyond mere doctrine, urging listeners to embody their faith through concrete good works. It blends earnest moral instruction with striking imagery—good trees bearing fruit, the stark contrast of righteous reward versus wicked punishment—while highlighting Christ’s own teaching style: clear, powerful, and devoid of pretension. The sermon invites its audience to reflect on personal piety, encouraging a heartfelt turn toward compassion and active devotion.