The Pilgrim's Progress, Ch. 5

This chapter from John Bunyan's classic work recounts the happy meeting of Christian and Faithful as well as their subsequent encounter with the character Talkative.

Faithful's encounter with Talkative reminds us of the importance of straightforward talk and also of the necessity of being a doer of the Word, and not merely a hearer.

Faithful's discussion with Talkative revolves around the question of how a true work of saving grace is manifested within the heart and life of a believer.