Note 1. The way of sin is vexatious and dangerous: In the way of the
froward, that crooked way, which is contrary to the will and word of
God, thorns and snares are found, thorns of grief for past sins and
snares entangling them in further sin. He that makes no conscience of
what he says and does will find himself hampered by that imaginary
liberty, and tormented by his pleasures. Froward people, who are soon
angry, expose themselves to trouble at every step. Every thing will
fret and vex him that will fret and vex at every thing. 2. The way of
duty is safe and easy: He that keeps his soul, that watches carefully
over his own heart and ways, is far from those thorns and snares, for
his way is both plain and pleasant.