English poem
Lxiii. [55]
by Michael Wigglesworth (1631–1705)
Why still Hell-ward, without regard, they bold venturéd, And chose Damnation before Salvation, when it was offeréd? Why sinful pleasures and earthly treasures, like fools, they prizéd more Than Heav’nly wealth. Eternal health, and all Christ’s Royal store?