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THE DIFFERENCE OF HEARERS. Or an exposition of the parable of the Sower. Luk. 8. vers. 11.12. 11. The parable is this.
THE DIFFERENCE OF HEARERS. Or an exposition of the parable of the Sour. Luk. 8. vers. 11.12. 11. The parable is this.
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The seede is the word of God. 12. And they that are beside the way, are they that heare:
The seed is the word of God. 12. And they that Are beside the Way, Are they that hear:
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afterward commeth the diuell, and taketh the word out of their hearts, least they should beleeue and be saued, &c. CHrist Iesus our blessed Sauiour, did no sooner begin to preach the Gospell, but had many hearers.
afterwards comes the Devil, and Takes the word out of their hearts, lest they should believe and be saved, etc. christ Iesus our blessed Saviour, did no sooner begin to preach the Gospel, but had many hearers.
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With such authoritie did he teach, such excellent and profitable doctrine did he deliuer, such admirable miracles did he worke, to confirme his doctrine,
With such Authority did he teach, such excellent and profitable Doctrine did he deliver, such admirable Miracles did he work, to confirm his Doctrine,
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and such great same of him was spread abroad, that all people were willing and desirous to heare his setmous:
and such great same of him was spread abroad, that all people were willing and desirous to hear his setmous:
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yea all manner of persons out of all co•sles and cu•rters of the land, shocked vnto him in great mul••ndes.
yea all manner of Persons out of all co•sles and cu•rters of the land, shocked unto him in great mul••ndes.
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Wherevpon he •••t onely taking a view of their number, but also duly considering their disposition,
Whereupon he •••t only taking a view of their number, but also duly considering their disposition,
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how al of them came not with same intent and purpose, how all of them were not alike qualified for profitable hearing,
how all of them Come not with same intent and purpose, how all of them were not alike qualified for profitable hearing,
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and how all of them, should not receiue the same benefit by hearing of him:
and how all of them, should not receive the same benefit by hearing of him:
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he propounded a parable, of a fower of corne, to declare the di•e sitic of hearers, who be vnprofitable, who be profitable hearers.
he propounded a parable, of a fower of corn, to declare the di•e sitic of hearers, who be unprofitable, who be profitable hearers.
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Lest any should imagine, that by any kind of hearing, they might be saued, he lets them vndeistand, that there be bad hearers as well as good.
Lest any should imagine, that by any kind of hearing, they might be saved, he lets them vndeistand, that there be bad hearers as well as good.
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And because many of them were husbandmen, who liued by tilling and sowing of land;
And Because many of them were husbandmen, who lived by tilling and sowing of land;
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and all of them were well acquainted with matters of that nature, for their better capacitic he setched his similitude from husbandry.
and all of them were well acquainted with matters of that nature, for their better capacitic he setched his similitude from Husbandry.
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This parable is first propounded, then expounded; propounded in the 5.6.7.8. verses of this chapter:
This parable is First propounded, then expounded; propounded in the 5.6.7.8. Verses of this chapter:
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whereof I for beare to speake, because the doctrines thereof, may be better considered in the exposition.
whereof I for bear to speak, Because the doctrines thereof, may be better considered in the exposition.
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It pleased Christ for the instruction of his disciples, and for the edification of his Church in future ages, to expound this parable.
It pleased christ for the instruction of his Disciples, and for the edification of his Church in future ages, to expound this parable.
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And it is the first parable which wee sind penned with his exposition. The occasion of the exposition is set downe in the two verses immediately going before:
And it is the First parable which we sind penned with his exposition. The occasion of the exposition is Set down in the two Verses immediately going before:
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namely a question moued by the Apostles, what should be the meaning of it.
namely a question moved by the Apostles, what should be the meaning of it.
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And a reason rendred by Christ why he would explane it to them, and not to others,
And a reason rendered by christ why he would explain it to them, and not to Others,
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because it was giuen to them to knowe the mysteries of the kingdome of God, but not to others.
Because it was given to them to know the Mysteres of the Kingdom of God, but not to Others.
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Now in the verses following, is conteyned the matter of the exposition, which is double: the former respects the seede: the later respects the ground:
Now in the Verses following, is contained the matter of the exposition, which is double: the former respects the seed: the later respects the ground:
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The seede faith Christ, is the word of God. The ground was of soure kinds, and signifieth 4. forts of hearers.
The seed faith christ, is the word of God. The ground was of sour Kinds, and signifies 4. forts of hearers.
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1 The first kind of ground was the high way.
1 The First kind of ground was the high Way.
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What hearers are signified thereby, is declared here, vers. 12. and more may be supplied out of Math. 13.19.
What hearers Are signified thereby, is declared Here, vers. 12. and more may be supplied out of Math. 13.19.
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touching whom we may obserue 2. things, 1. the manner of their hearing, 2. the issue and euent of their hearing: 1. the manner of their hearing is not here expressed, yet is mentioned, Math. 13.19. they heare and vnderstand not.
touching whom we may observe 2. things, 1. the manner of their hearing, 2. the issue and event of their hearing: 1. the manner of their hearing is not Here expressed, yet is mentioned, Math. 13.19. they hear and understand not.
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2. The issue and euent of their hearing: which is set forth by the diuells practise and behauiour toward them.
2. The issue and event of their hearing: which is Set forth by the Devils practice and behaviour towards them.
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And that is described, 1. by the manler, 2. by the end of it, 1. by the manner of it;
And that is described, 1. by the manler, 2. by the end of it, 1. by the manner of it;
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for he is said to come and take the word out of their hearts, 2. by the end,
for he is said to come and take the word out of their hearts, 2. by the end,
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wherefore he doth so, which is double, he doth it to preuent 2. things which they might receiue by hearing, the one being subordinate to the other, the former being a meane of the later,
Wherefore he does so, which is double, he does it to prevent 2. things which they might receive by hearing, the one being subordinate to the other, the former being a mean of the later,
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and the later being a reward of the former: the one is, least they should belieue:
and the later being a reward of the former: the one is, lest they should believe:
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the later is, least they should be saued. 2. The second kind of ground was stony:
the later is, lest they should be saved. 2. The second kind of ground was stony:
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who are ment thereby, is specified, vers. 13. Another sort of vnprofitable hearers, who are described by 4. properties, whereof the two first, declare their present estate,
who Are meant thereby, is specified, vers. 13. another sort of unprofitable hearers, who Are described by 4. properties, whereof the two First, declare their present estate,
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and the two last, their future condition: 1. they receiue the word with joy: 2. they haue no rootes: 3. they belieue for a while: 4. In time of temptation they fall away.
and the two last, their future condition: 1. they receive the word with joy: 2. they have no roots: 3. they believe for a while: 4. In time of temptation they fallen away.
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3. The third kind of ground was thornie: which also representeth another sort of bad hearets;
3. The third kind of ground was thorny: which also Representeth Another sort of bad hearets;
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described vers. 14. by the causes, and by the effect or issue by the causes;
described vers. 14. by the Causes, and by the Effect or issue by the Causes;
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for 3. things are named, which like thornes choake the seede of the word, 1. cares, 2. riches, 3. voluptuous liuing:
for 3. things Are nam, which like thorns choke the seed of the word, 1. Cares, 2. riches, 3. voluptuous living:
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by the effect, or issue that followeth thereupon, they bring forth no fruite.
by the Effect, or issue that follows thereupon, they bring forth no fruit.
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4. The fourth and last kind of groūd, was good ground, in which the seede sprang vp and did beare fruit.
4. The fourth and last kind of ground, was good ground, in which the seed sprang up and did bear fruit.
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That is a resemblance of good hearers, as appeareth, vers. 15. And those are described by 3. properties: 1. by the manner of their hearing:
That is a resemblance of good hearers, as appears, vers. 15. And those Are described by 3. properties: 1. by the manner of their hearing:
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they heare with an honest and good hart: 2. by their keeping of it after they haue heard it: 3. by their fruitfulnes.they hear with an honest and good heart: 2. by their keeping of it After they have herd it: 3. by their fruitfulness.
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And that is amplified 2. waies, 1. by the maner of it, heare, with patience: 2. by the measure and varietie of it:
And that is amplified 2. ways, 1. by the manner of it, hear, with patience: 2. by the measure and variety of it:
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some bring forth more, some leste, in Math. 13.23. Mar. 4.20. some thirty, some sixtie, some an hundied fold.
Some bring forth more, Some lest, in Math. 13.23. Mar. 4.20. Some thirty, Some sixtie, Some an hundied fold.
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1. To begin first with the first, and so to proceed in order to the rest, Christ sheweth what is ment by the seede,
1. To begin First with the First, and so to proceed in order to the rest, christ shows what is meant by the seed,
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when no saith the seede is the word of God. By which tytle is plainely manifested the vertue, force and efficare of Gods word.
when no Says the seed is the word of God. By which title is plainly manifested the virtue, force and efficare of God's word.
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As seede is the beginning and cause of all the fruit afterward reaped, so is the word the beginning and cause of all goodnes in vs;
As seed is the beginning and cause of all the fruit afterwards reaped, so is the word the beginning and cause of all Goodness in us;
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euen of all grace in the heart, of all good words in the mouth, and of all obedience in the life.
even of all grace in the heart, of all good words in the Mouth, and of all Obedience in the life.
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And as good seede if it be well sowne in a fertile soyle, will yeeld fruit,
And as good seed if it be well sown in a fertile soil, will yield fruit,
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so the word being well taught to capable and docible persons, wil produce some good fruit,
so the word being well taught to capable and docible Persons, will produce Some good fruit,
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for the glory of God, and for their comfort and saluation.
for the glory of God, and for their Comfort and salvation.
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The word is resembled to many things in regard of the power and vertue of it:
The word is resembled to many things in regard of the power and virtue of it:
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As to an hammer that will bruse vs: to afire, that will either purge or consume vs:
As to an hammer that will bruise us: to afire, that will either purge or consume us:
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to a light that will direct vs: to salt that will scason vs: to a sword, that will defend vs:
to a Light that will Direct us: to salt that will scason us: to a sword, that will defend us:
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to seede that will be get vs: to foode that will nourish vs: to goades that will pricke vs forward: to seed that will be get us: to food that will nourish us: to goads that will prick us forward:
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so also to seede that being sowne, will yeeld plentie of fruit, because of it owne nature through Gods ordinance and blessing, it will prouoke people to obedience. so also to seed that being sown, will yield plenty of fruit, Because of it own nature through God's Ordinance and blessing, it will provoke people to Obedience.
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If therefore you receiue it, and doe not beare fruit, the fault is in you, and not in it: If Therefore you receive it, and do not bear fruit, the fault is in you, and not in it:
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you are but barren soyle, vnworthy of such seede.
you Are but barren soil, unworthy of such seed.
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Moreouer, it is to be obserued, that Christ compareth the word to seede that is sowne:
Moreover, it is to be observed, that christ compareth the word to seed that is sown:
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for in the propounding of the parable, he said the sower went out to sowe his seede:
for in the propounding of the parable, he said the sour went out to sow his seed:
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and now he saith the seede is the word: meaning the seede sowne. Mathew saith, that the diuell catcheth away the word sowne in the heart. and now he Says the seed is the word: meaning the seed sown. Matthew Says, that the Devil Catches away the word sown in the heart.
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And Marke saith, that the sower soweth the word. And therefore it must needs be vnderstood of the word preached.
And Mark Says, that the sour Soweth the word. And Therefore it must needs be understood of the word preached.
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The word of God as it is written in the scriptures, and conteyned in the bookes of the old and new testament, is good seede indeed:
The word of God as it is written in the Scriptures, and contained in the books of the old and new Testament, is good seed indeed:
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yet it is as seede in the barne vnthrashed, or as seede laid vp in the garner:
yet it is as seed in the bairn unthrashed, or as seed laid up in the garner:
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but the word read and expounded, preached and applyed to Gods people, is as seede sowne in a field.
but the word read and expounded, preached and applied to God's people, is as seed sown in a field.
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And preachers be the sowers of it:
And Preachers be the sower's of it:
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for albeit Christ doth not expresly declare who be the sowers, yet that is apparant from other circumstances:
for albeit christ does not expressly declare who be the sower's, yet that is apparent from other Circumstances:
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for if the word be the seede sowne, then they who preach the word are the sowers.
for if the word be the seed sown, then they who preach the word Are the sower's.
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And if they who heare the word taught, be the ground in which the seede is sowne:
And if they who hear the word taught, be the ground in which the seed is sown:
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then the persons who teach them, and whom they heare, are the sowers. So Christ by preaching the word, was a sower, yea the chiefest of all others:
then the Persons who teach them, and whom they hear, Are the sower's. So christ by preaching the word, was a sour, yea the chiefest of all Others:
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the ground was his, the seede was his, & he like a good husbandman, with his owne hands, did sowe his own seede in his owne field.
the ground was his, the seed was his, & he like a good husbandman, with his own hands, did sow his own seed in his own field.
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So the Apostles were likewise sowers. Christ was a sower to the Iewes onely, they also to the gentiles: So the Apostles were likewise sower's. christ was a sour to the Iewes only, they also to the Gentiles:
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he in the little field of Iudea, they in the large field of the whole world.
he in the little field of Iudea, they in the large field of the Whole world.
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Wherfore S. Paul said, If we haue sowme vnto you sperituall things, is it a great thing if we reape your carnall things? as also, we together are Gods labourers, ye are Gods husbandry. Wherefore S. Paul said, If we have sowme unto you sperituall things, is it a great thing if we reap your carnal things? as also, we together Are God's labourers, you Are God's Husbandry.
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And so all those who preach the same word which they did, are sowers:
And so all those who preach the same word which they did, Are sower's:
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for as the sower filleth his hand with seede, and casteth it abroad among the furrowes of the field, not setting it seede by seede,
for as the sour fills his hand with seed, and Cast it abroad among the furrows of the field, not setting it seed by seed,
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or choosing a peculiar place for euery seede, but lets it lye as it lighteth:
or choosing a peculiar place for every seed, but lets it lie as it lights:
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So the preacher disperseth and dispenseth the word in a mixt people, not able to guie it successe,
So the preacher disperses and dispenseth the word in a mixed people, not able to guie it success,
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but as it pleaseth God to giue a blessing, and as the hearts of the hearers are prepared for it.
but as it Pleases God to give a blessing, and as the hearts of the hearers Are prepared for it.
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Hence then wee may learne the necessitie of preaching, no sowing, no reaping.
Hence then we may Learn the necessity of preaching, no sowing, no reaping.
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As you cannot in any field reape a crop of corne at haruest, vnles it were sowne with good seede at the seede time, no more can any fruits of grace,
As you cannot in any field reap a crop of corn At harvest, unless it were sown with good seed At the seed time, no more can any fruits of grace,
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or any good works, bee found in the Church, or children of God, vnlesse the seede of the worde bee sowne among them.
or any good works, be found in the Church, or children of God, unless the seed of the word be sown among them.
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Indeed there may be sometimes good sowing, and little good fruit to be reaped.
Indeed there may be sometime good sowing, and little good fruit to be reaped.
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As the Lord did all that could bee done to his Vineyard, and yet it brought forth nothing but wild grapes: As the Lord did all that could be done to his Vineyard, and yet it brought forth nothing but wild grapes:
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but if there be no sowing, it is impossible to gather any fruit at all: Christ therefore sayd;
but if there be no sowing, it is impossible to gather any fruit At all: christ Therefore said;
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Except the wheat come fall into the ground, it abideth alone. Except the wheat come fallen into the ground, it Abideth alone.
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Our hearts are the ground, they must be sowne with the seede of Gods worde, otherwise they will bee altogether barren,
Our hearts Are the ground, they must be sown with the seed of God's word, otherwise they will be altogether barren,
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or else bring forth nothing but briars and brambles, thornes and thistles. Experience may verifie this.
or Else bring forth nothing but briers and brambles, thorns and thistles. Experience may verify this.
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Looke into those places and Parishes where the worde is neuer taught, or to those persons who will not heare, though they might;
Look into those places and Parishes where the word is never taught, or to those Persons who will not hear, though they might;
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and you shall find nothing among them, but Athesme, Popery, and prophanenesse.
and you shall find nothing among them, but Athesme, Popery, and profaneness.
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Yet in those places where it is taught and heard, wee may finde the frutes of holinesse and righteousnesse:
Yet in those places where it is taught and herd, we may find the fruits of holiness and righteousness:
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If not among all, yet among mary.
If not among all, yet among marry.
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The consideration whereof should mooue the Ministers of the Gospell, to bee instant in season and out of season; as Paul exhorteth them:
The consideration whereof should move the Ministers of the Gospel, to be instant in season and out of season; as Paul exhorteth them:
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The lesse they preach, the lesse shall they profite the people.
The less they preach, the less shall they profit the people.
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The more seede they cast into the furrowes of the peoples hearts, the greater plenty of fruit may they expect.
The more seed they cast into the furrows of the peoples hearts, the greater plenty of fruit may they expect.
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We should follow Salomons aduise, who sayth; Inthe morning sow thy seede, and in the euening let not thy hand rest:
We should follow Solomon's advise, who say; Inthe morning sow thy seed, and in the evening let not thy hand rest:
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for thou knowest not whether shall prosper, this or that, or whether both shall bee alike good. for thou Knowest not whither shall prosper, this or that, or whither both shall be alike good.
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What shall wee answere to the Lord our Maister, and owner of the fielde, if through our negligence in sowing, his fielde of the Church yeelde him not such store of fruit,
What shall we answer to the Lord our Master, and owner of the field, if through our negligence in sowing, his field of the Church yield him not such store of fruit,
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as otherwise it might haue done?
as otherwise it might have done?
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And you people should likewise apply this to your selues, and learne from hence to heare often.
And you people should likewise apply this to your selves, and Learn from hence to hear often.
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If you contemne the word, & will not suffer your hearts to bee sowne with the seede of it, you shall bring forth no good fruit,
If you contemn the word, & will not suffer your hearts to be sown with the seed of it, you shall bring forth no good fruit,
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but remaine as a barren Heath. Doe you not remember what the Apostle saith;
but remain as a barren Heath. Do you not Remember what the Apostle Says;
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That the ground which beareth thornes and bryars is reprooued, and is neere vnto cursing, whose ende is to bee burned. That the ground which bears thorns and briars is reproved, and is near unto cursing, whose end is to be burned.
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Fearefull is their case, who are such ground: yet no better can they bee who refuse to heare.
Fearful is their case, who Are such ground: yet no better can they be who refuse to hear.
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As you are content to haue your fieldes sowne yeerely, that so you may reape a croppe at Haruest:
As you Are content to have your fields sown yearly, that so you may reap a crop At Harvest:
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So must you bee content to haue your hearts cōtinually sowne with this heauenlie seede, that so you may be fruitfull in all grace and godlines,
So must you be content to have your hearts continually sown with this heavenly seed, that so you may be fruitful in all grace and godliness,
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though your fields be sowne but once a yeare, yet must your hearts be sowne continually,
though your fields be sown but once a year, yet must your hearts be sown continually,
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because you should yeeld and beare fruit continually.
Because you should yield and bear fruit continually.
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As we are content to bestowe our paines in sowing this seede continually (though it be as toylesome a labour as you finde in your seede-time) so be ye willing and readie to receiue this seede into the furrowes of your hearts continually, that so you may from time to time, abound in fruit,
As we Are content to bestow our pains in sowing this seed continually (though it be as toilsome a labour as you find in your seedtime) so be the willing and ready to receive this seed into the furrows of your hearts continually, that so you may from time to time, abound in fruit,
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for Gods glory, and your owne comfort.
for God's glory, and your own Comfort.
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But whose word is it, that is this spirituall seede? It is not the word of Angell or of man, but the word of God.
But whose word is it, that is this spiritual seed? It is not the word of Angel or of man, but the word of God.
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This seede did Christ sowe, and none else. And therefore he said, My doctrine is not mine, but his that sent me. This seed did christ sow, and none Else. And Therefore he said, My Doctrine is not mine, but his that sent me.
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As my Father hath taught me, so I speake. This seede did the Apostles sow, & none else. As my Father hath taught me, so I speak. This seed did the Apostles sow, & none Else.
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For when Christ sent them abroad, he bad them teach all Nations to obserue all things, which he had commanded them.
For when christ sent them abroad, he bade them teach all nations to observe all things, which he had commanded them.
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All those thinges must be taught, yet nothing else.
All those things must be taught, yet nothing Else.
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And lest they should forget what those things were, hee promised to send the Holy Ghost, who should bring all thinges to their remembrance, which he had told them:
And lest they should forget what those things were, he promised to send the Holy Ghost, who should bring all things to their remembrance, which he had told them:
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who should lead them into all trueth: Because (as hee sayd) hee shall not speake of himselfe:
who should led them into all truth: Because (as he said) he shall not speak of himself:
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but what soever he shall heare, that shall be speake. but what soever he shall hear, that shall be speak.
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And so carefull were the Apostles to sow this seede onely, as they did confidently protest, that they receined of the Lord, that which they deliuered to their hearers.
And so careful were the Apostles to sow this seed only, as they did confidently protest, that they received of the Lord, that which they Delivered to their hearers.
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And if they, or an Angell from heanen, or any man, preach otherwise then they had receined, let him be accursed.
And if they, or an Angel from Heaven, or any man, preach otherwise then they had received, let him be accursed.
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And no other seed must we sow, if we will make the people fruitfull. Christ and his Ministers sow none but good seede in his field:
And no other seed must we sow, if we will make the people fruitful. christ and his Ministers sow none but good seed in his field:
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If bad seede, as Tares or Cockle be sowne, it is done by the enuious man, the Diuell and his instruments.
If bad seed, as Tares or Cockle be sown, it is done by the envious man, the devil and his Instruments.
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As there be doctrines of God, so there bee doctrines of Diuels: namely errors and heresies:
As there be doctrines of God, so there be doctrines of Devils: namely errors and heresies:
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those be as tares among wheate, and doe greatly hinder the fruitfulnesse of the good seede.
those be as tares among wheat, and do greatly hinder the fruitfulness of the good seed.
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There be also doctrines of men, as the inuentions of their owne heads, vnwritten verities, Decrees of Popes, Canons of Counsels, traditions of the Church, which wanting the warrant of Gods word, are but as chaffe to the wheate:
There be also doctrines of men, as the Inventions of their own Heads, unwritten verities, Decrees of Popes, Canonas of Counsels, traditions of the Church, which wanting the warrant of God's word, Are but as chaff to the wheat:
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and beeing taught in the Church, will yeeld no more fruit, then chaffe that is sowne in a field. and being taught in the Church, will yield no more fruit, then chaff that is sown in a field.
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Vnder the Lawe, God woulde not permit the Iewes to sow the same field with mingled seede: Under the Law, God would not permit the Iewes to sow the same field with mingled seed:
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And shall we thinke, that now vnder the Gospell, he will permitte vs to teach for doctrines mens traditions, to mingle trueth with error,
And shall we think, that now under the Gospel, he will permit us to teach for doctrines men's traditions, to mingle truth with error,
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and his diuine Oracles with humane inuentions? Wee therefore that bee sowers must see that our seed be good.
and his divine Oracles with humane Inventions? we Therefore that be sower's must see that our seed be good.
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As the Husband-man against seed-time, will not onely prouide good seede, but will also winnow it, fanne it,
As the Husbandman against seedtime, will not only provide good seed, but will also winnow it, fan it,
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and try it, that so he may neither sow chaffe, nor light corne, nor darnell; but pure graine, which is like to fructifie.
and try it, that so he may neither sow chaff, nor Light corn, nor darnel; but pure grain, which is like to fructify.
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So wee, before wee come to the Pulpit, must try and examine our doctrine, that it bee sound;
So we, before we come to the Pulpit, must try and examine our Doctrine, that it be found;
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and that we deliuer nothing but that which will edifie the hearers. And because, Non owins fort omnta tellus;
and that we deliver nothing but that which will edify the hearers. And Because, Non owins fort omnta tellus;
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Each grounde will not beare each kinde of graine.
Each ground will not bear each kind of grain.
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Wee must, like wise and carefull Husband-men, sow that seed which is fittest for our ground;
we must, like wise and careful Husbandmen, sow that seed which is Fittest for our ground;
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and deliuer such doctrines, as are most fitting for the capacitie and present condition of the Auditorie:
and deliver such doctrines, as Are most fitting for the capacity and present condition of the Auditory:
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that will yeeld the best encrease.
that will yield the best increase.
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And you Christian people, as you must take heede how you heare, so also take heede what you heare.
And you Christian people, as you must take heed how you hear, so also take heed what you hear.
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It is the word of God, not the word of the Diued:
It is the word of God, not the word of the Dived:
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It is the word of Christ, not the word of Antichrist, that must make you fruitfull.
It is the word of christ, not the word of Antichrist, that must make you fruitful.
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As you haue great care, that your ground be sowne with sound and cleane seede: so be carefull that your soules bee instructed with sound and wholsome doctrine. Beleeue not euerie spirit;
As you have great care, that your ground be sown with found and clean seed: so be careful that your Souls be instructed with found and wholesome Doctrine. Believe not every Spirit;
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but try the spirits whether they bee of God. Despise not Prophesying, but try all things, and hold that which is good.
but try the spirits whither they be of God. Despise not Prophesying, but try all things, and hold that which is good.
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With the Noble-men of Berea, search the Scriptures daylie, whether those thinges bee so which are taught you: With the Noblemen of Berea, search the Scriptures daily, whither those things be so which Are taught you:
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What you finde contrary thereto, that reject as tares: what is not warranted thereby, blowe away as chaffe:
What you find contrary thereto, that reject as tares: what is not warranted thereby, blow away as chaff:
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what is proved thereby, that receiue as good seede into the furrowes of your heartes.
what is proved thereby, that receive as good seed into the furrows of your hearts.
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I know the Popish Seminaries will not suffer you to trye their seede, you must trust them,
I know the Popish Seminaries will not suffer you to try their seed, you must trust them,
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and take in vpon theyr word; but we allowe and require you to trye ours.
and take in upon their word; but we allow and require you to try ours.
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If two men offer you Seede to sowe your ground, and the one bid you trye it,
If two men offer you Seed to sow your ground, and the one bid you try it,
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and view it well, the other tell you of it, but keeps it in his sacke, you must not viewe it:
and view it well, the other tell you of it, but keeps it in his sack, you must not view it:
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whether dealing would you like better? whether seede would you receiue? If theyr seede were good,
whither dealing would you like better? whither seed would you receive? If their seed were good,
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if they taught Gods worde, they would not refuse tryall.
if they taught God's word, they would not refuse trial.
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Vers. 12. And they that are beside the way, are they that heare. IN the formerverse you haue heard the exposition of the seede:Vers. 12. And they that Are beside the Way, Are they that hear. IN the formerverse you have herd the exposition of the seed:
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Now see the exposition of the ground, in this verse, and the reft.
Now see the exposition of the ground, in this verse, and the reft.
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There were 4. sortes of grounds mentioned, CHRIST sheweth that by them hee meant 4. sortes of hearers: some good, some bad.
There were 4. sorts of grounds mentioned, CHRIST shows that by them he meant 4. sorts of hearers: Some good, Some bad.
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Before wee come to speake of them seuerally and particularly, we may note one thing in generall frō them all.
Before we come to speak of them severally and particularly, we may note one thing in general from them all.
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That as the same seed, sowne in diuers kinds of ground, doth not fructify in all alike:
That as the same seed, sown in diverse Kinds of ground, does not fructify in all alike:
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in some, it yeeldes little or no fruite at all; in some, both good and plentifull fruit.
in Some, it yields little or no fruit At all; in Some, both good and plentiful fruit.
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So the same doctrine taught to diuers people, doth not profit all alike. It may profit some nothing at all: others verie much.
So the same Doctrine taught to diverse people, does not profit all alike. It may profit Some nothing At all: Others very much.
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Tho••h seed bee neuer so good, yet badnes of ground may spoyle it, and cause the sower to lose both labour and cost.
Tho••h seed be never so good, yet badness of ground may spoil it, and cause the sour to loose both labour and cost.
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Euen so, though the doctrine wee teach bee neuer so good and profitable, yet through the ill disposition of the hearers, it may become vnfruitfull.
Eve so, though the Doctrine we teach be never so good and profitable, yet through the ill disposition of the hearers, it may become unfruitful.
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This seede doth fructify, or not fructify: according to the qualitie & disposition of the ground into which it is cast.
This seed does fructify, or not fructify: according to the quality & disposition of the ground into which it is cast.
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If the ground be bad, the seed perisheth; if the ground be good, it encreaseth.
If the ground be bad, the seed Perishes; if the ground be good, it increases.
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And because some mens hearts be as a barren ground, and other mens harts be as a fertile soile:
And Because Some men's hearts be as a barren ground, and other men's hearts be as a fertile soil:
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in some it yeeldeth no fruit at all, in some it yeeldeth great abundance.
in Some it yields no fruit At all, in Some it yields great abundance.
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This difference may by seene in each mixt company and populous congregation, to which wee preach.
This difference may by seen in each mixed company and populous congregation, to which we preach.
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It was found among Christs hearers, it was founde among the Apostles hearers, and may also be found among ours.
It was found among Christ hearers, it was found among the Apostles hearers, and may also be found among ours.
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The consideration whereof, serues for the instruction both of Preachers & people: 1. Of Preachers, to comfort th•m,
The consideration whereof, serves for the instruction both of Preachers & people: 1. Of Preachers, to Comfort th•m,
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and to encourage them in their labours, when they see them vnprofitabl• vnto a great number.
and to encourage them in their labours, when they see them vnprofitabl• unto a great number.
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Christ spake this Parable, espec•••y of him selse and of his hearers: He taught the true word of God, & in the best maner that might be,
christ spoke this Parable, espec•••y of him selse and of his hearers: He taught the true word of God, & in the best manner that might be,
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yet did he not profite all his hearers; he had 4. sorts, whereof three were vnprofitable, one onely was profitable.
yet did he not profit all his hearers; he had 4. sorts, whereof three were unprofitable, one only was profitable.
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The Disciple must not be better then his Master: if hee be no worse, let him be well content.
The Disciple must not be better then his Master: if he be no Worse, let him be well content.
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It doeth not a little grieue the Ministers of the Gospell, to take great paines in teaching the truth,
It doth not a little grieve the Ministers of the Gospel, to take great pains in teaching the truth,
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and that in a good manner, and yet see most of their hearers to receiue little or no profit at all;
and that in a good manner, and yet see most of their hearers to receive little or no profit At all;
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but still remaine, after many yeares teaching, as ignorant, as Popish, and prophane, as they were at the first:
but still remain, After many Years teaching, as ignorant, as Popish, and profane, as they were At the First:
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Yet let them not be dismayed, it was Christs owne case; the fault is in the hearers not in the teachers.
Yet let them not be dismayed, it was Christ own case; the fault is in the hearers not in the Teachers.
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God wil reward thee for thy paineful preaching, though few doe profit by it. God will reward thee for thy painful preaching, though few do profit by it.
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Let not their fault hinder vs in our dutie, but let vs instruct with meck nesse them that be contrarie minded, prouing if any time God will g•ue them repentance:
Let not their fault hinder us in our duty, but let us instruct with meck ness them that be contrary minded, proving if any time God will g•ue them Repentance:
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They who be vnurofitable hearers now, may proue profitable hereafter.
They who be vnurofitable hearers now, may prove profitable hereafter.
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Till the time of bearing fruit doe come, wee know not which will proue good ground, which will proue bad.
Till the time of bearing fruit do come, we know not which will prove good ground, which will prove bad.
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2. This also seru•th for the instruction of hearers Seeing that these 3. kinds of bad grounds do paint out 3 sorts of bad hearers, who neuer receiue profite to their foules by the word which they heare:
2. This also seru•th for the instruction of hearers Seeing that these 3. Kinds of bad grounds do paint out 3 sorts of bad hearers, who never receive profit to their fowls by the word which they hear:
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You must know, that you may be receiuers of this heauenly seede:
You must know, that you may be Receivers of this heavenly seed:
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You may be hearers of Gods most holy word, and yet be neuer the better for it, neuer come to heauen by it. Three parts of Christs hearers were bad, as appeareth by this Parable:
You may be hearers of God's most holy word, and yet be never the better for it, never come to heaven by it. Three parts of Christ hearers were bad, as appears by this Parable:
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And he telleth vs that many shall say; Wee haue caten and drunke in thy presence, and thou hast t•ught in our streetes: but he shall say.
And he Telleth us that many shall say; we have Caten and drunk in thy presence, and thou hast t•ught in our streets: but he shall say.
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I know you not, depart from mee all yee workurs of imquitie. And the Apostle saith;I know you not, depart from me all ye workurs of imquitie. And the Apostle Says;
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W•e are to some, the sanour of death vnto death: and vnto other, the sweete sanour of life vnto life. W•e Are to Some, the sanour of death unto death: and unto other, the sweet sanour of life unto life.
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Euery kinde of hearing will not saue your soules.
Every kind of hearing will not save your Souls.
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It must be good and profitable hearing, with good hearts, to vnderstand, beleeue, and obey what you heare:
It must be good and profitable hearing, with good hearts, to understand, believe, and obey what you hear:
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Yea, not onely they, who wilfully refuse to heare, but likewise they, who heare vnprofitably, stall bee damned.
Yea, not only they, who wilfully refuse to hear, but likewise they, who hear unprofitably, stall be damned.
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And therefore as Christ afterward exhorteth you in this Chapter; Take heede how you heare. As many seeke and find not, because they seeke amisse:
And Therefore as christ afterwards exhorteth you in this Chapter; Take heed how you hear. As many seek and find not, Because they seek amiss:
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Many runne, and obtaine not, because they runne amisse: Many aske, and receiue not, because they aske amisse:
Many run, and obtain not, Because they run amiss: Many ask, and receive not, Because they ask amiss:
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So many doe heare, and profite not, because they heare amisse.
So many do hear, and profit not, Because they hear amiss.
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Some imagine, that if they be no Recusants, if they be no prophane contemners of the Word and Sacraments:
some imagine, that if they be no Recusants, if they be no profane contemners of the Word and Sacraments:
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but repayre to the Church euery Sabboth day, & heare dinine Seruice & Sermons orderly, as by Law they are enioyned, they are good Christians, & fure to bee saued:
but repair to the Church every Sabbath day, & hear dinine Service & Sermons orderly, as by Law they Are enjoined, they Are good Christians, & fure to be saved:
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But let the know, that they may do all these things, & yet not be saued:
But let the know, that they may do all these things, & yet not be saved:
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They may offend in the manner of their hearing, and then their case will be no better then if they heard not at all.
They may offend in the manner of their hearing, and then their case will be no better then if they herd not At all.
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The Diuell is very subtill, and this is one of his subtilties, whereby he deceiueth many people to their perdition:
The devil is very subtle, and this is one of his subtleties, whereby he deceiveth many people to their perdition:
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First, he labours by all meanes, if it be possible, to keepe them from hearing,
First, he labours by all means, if it be possible, to keep them from hearing,
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because he knows it is Gods ordinance, and is afray de least it bee powerfull in them:
Because he knows it is God's Ordinance, and is affray de least it be powerful in them:
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But if hee cannot keepe them backe from hearing, he deceiueth them with this conceit; that any kind of formall hearing will serue their turne.
But if he cannot keep them back from hearing, he deceiveth them with this conceit; that any kind of formal hearing will serve their turn.
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But do not herein belecue the father of lies: belecue Christ, who is the way, the life, and the trueth:
But do not herein belecue the father of lies: belecue christ, who is the Way, the life, and the truth:
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He tels you, that there be 3. sorts of hearers which shall not be saned; onely one sort examine your selues what kinde of hearers you bee:
He tells you, that there be 3. sorts of hearers which shall not be sinned; only one sort examine your selves what kind of hearers you be:
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and doc not cortent your selues with that hearing that shall not edifie your soules. Now let vs come to the seuerall kinds in particular:
and doc not cortent your selves with that hearing that shall not edify your Souls. Now let us come to the several Kinds in particular:
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And first, let vs see who are they which receiue the seede on the high-way. Some hearers are compared to such ground.
And First, let us see who Are they which receive the seed on the highway. some hearers Are compared to such ground.
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You know that if Land lye by the high-way side or an high-way lye through the middest of a plowed field, some seede in the fowing wil fall on the high-way, and so be lost.
You know that if Land lie by the highway side or an highway lie through the midst of a plowed field, Some seed in the fowing will fallen on the highway, and so be lost.
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Therevnto are some hearers compared, and th•••ery fitly:
Thereunto Are Some hearers compared, and th•••ery fitly:
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For first, as the high-way is not kept seuerail and priuate but lyeth open and common to all trauellers and passengers;
For First, as the highway is not kept seuerail and private but lies open and Common to all travellers and passengers;
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so these mens hearts are not enclosed and kept seuerall for heauenly things, but lye open to all tentations and suggestions of the Diuell, to all int•ements of the world,
so these men's hearts Are not enclosed and kept several for heavenly things, but lie open to all tentations and suggestions of the devil, to all int•ements of the world,
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and to all i•le thoughts & vaine imaginations, and that in the time of hearing.
and to all i•le thoughts & vain Imaginations, and that in the time of hearing.
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Again, as the high-way is so troden and trampled by the feet of passengers, that it cannot co•er the seede,
Again, as the highway is so trodden and trampled by the feet of passengers, that it cannot co•er the seed,
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or •f•u shoulde couer the seede yet the tran •h•• will so harden the •oyle, as the seede can never sproure:
or •f•u should cover the seed yet the Tran •h•• will so harden the •oyle, as the seed can never sproure:
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So these mens hearts are so herdened by wanderin• thoughts, bothin, and iminediate•e after hearing, as the word cannot enter, or at least, cannot take any rooting in their hearts.
So these men's hearts Are so herdened by wanderin• thoughts, bothin, and iminediate•e After hearing, as the word cannot enter, or At least, cannot take any rooting in their hearts.
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And as corno sowne in the high-way, will neuer yeelde croppe like other ground, so these hearers will neuer yeeld• such fruir of the worde as others do•.
And as corno sown in the highway, will never yield crop like other ground, so these hearers will never yeeld• such fruir of the word as Others do•.
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But who are these? Mathew sets downe one propertie of them, and Luke another. Mathew saith;
But who Are these? Matthew sets down one property of them, and Lycia Another. Matthew Says;
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They are such asheare, and vnderstand not.
They Are such asheare, and understand not.
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There be 2. sorts of hearers who vnderstād not the word. 1. Some through naturall infirmitie,
There be 2. sorts of hearers who understand not the word. 1. some through natural infirmity,
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& through defect of capacity, conceipt, vnderstading, & memorie.
& through defect of capacity, conceit, understanding, & memory.
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If these naturall faculties be not perfit, they cannot possibly vnderstand the word which they heare:
If these natural faculties be not perfect, they cannot possibly understand the word which they hear:
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but of these Christ doth not heare speake:
but of these christ does not hear speak:
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this is rather an infirmitie then a fault, rather a punishiment of sin, then sin it selfe.
this is rather an infirmity then a fault, rather a punishiment of since, then sin it self.
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God may beare with their weaknes;
God may bear with their weakness;
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especially if their mind and vnderstanding be as weak in apprehending worldly matters, as it is in diuine:
especially if their mind and understanding be as weak in apprehending worldly matters, as it is in divine:
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If they vnderstand the fundamentall gronnds of Religion: If they mislike this their infirmitie, & desire to haue it redressed:
If they understand the fundamental gronnds of Religion: If they mislike this their infirmity, & desire to have it Redressed:
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If they haue a care, according to their small capacity, to encrease in knowledge:
If they have a care, according to their small capacity, to increase in knowledge:
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And if they frame their liues according to the measure of knowledge which they haue receiued.
And if they frame their lives according to the measure of knowledge which they have received.
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2 Some vnderstand not the word, through negligence, carelesnes & contempt:
2 some understand not the word, through negligence, carelessness & contempt:
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who heare the word, but heed it not, regard it not, marke it not, care not much for it, let it passe as it cōmeth,
who hear the word, but heed it not, regard it not, mark it not, care not much for it, let it pass as it comes,
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and are thinking of some other matter, while they should attend to it;
and Are thinking of Some other matter, while they should attend to it;
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who are so sarre from laying it deepe in their hearts, as they will not suffer it long to continue in their heads. who Are so sarre from laying it deep in their hearts, as they will not suffer it long to continue in their Heads.
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Of these persons dorth Christ heere speake:
Of these Persons dorth christ Here speak:
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for he noteth it as a great fault in them, and opposeth them to those, who recciue the word with ioy.
for he notes it as a great fault in them, and Opposeth them to those, who recciue the word with joy.
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And fitly are they resembled to the high way, as before was d•clared. This kind of hearers is not wanting in these daics;
And fitly Are they resembled to the high Way, as before was d•clared. This kind of hearers is not wanting in these daics;
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who marke, and vnderstand little or nothing of that we speake though wee speake neuer so plainely.
who mark, and understand little or nothing of that we speak though we speak never so plainly.
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If they heare a long discourse of worldly matters, they giue attentiue eates, can carry it away, & repeat it to others:
If they hear a long discourse of worldly matters, they give attentive eats, can carry it away, & repeat it to Others:
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but let them heare a poynt of necessarie doctrine, or an artide of their faith discussed, they concciue little,
but let them hear a point of necessary Doctrine, or an artide of their faith discussed, they concciue little,
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and afterwards can rehearse nothing at all:
and afterwards can rehearse nothing At all:
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So that in them is fulfilled that Prophecie of Esay, applyed by Christ to the obstinate Iewes:
So that in them is fulfilled that Prophecy of Isaiah, applied by christ to the obstinate Iewes:
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By hearing, they heare & vnderstand not: by seing, they see, & perceiue not. Let them know, that their hearing shall not profit them, vnles they vnderstand. By hearing, they hear & understand not: by sing, they see, & perceive not. Let them know, that their hearing shall not profit them, unless they understand.
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Indeed there be some, who vnderstand what they heart, & yet shall reape no benefit by it:
Indeed there be Some, who understand what they heart, & yet shall reap no benefit by it:
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yet is there not any, who shall haue any cōmodity by that which he heares and vnderstands not.
yet is there not any, who shall have any commodity by that which he hears and understands not.
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Wherefore we must say to them, as Christ said to the multitude: heare and vnderstand: you loose your labour in hearing it you vnderstand not.
Wherefore we must say to them, as christ said to the multitude: hear and understand: you lose your labour in hearing it you understand not.
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The Eunuch thought it impossible for him to vnderstand the scripture he reade, without a guide:
The Eunuch Thought it impossible for him to understand the scripture he read, without a guide:
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yet thereby implyed, that if he had a guide, he could vnderstand. Our people haue such guides, and yet many of them vnderstand little. yet thereby employed, that if he had a guide, he could understand. Our people have such guides, and yet many of them understand little.
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If one aske them the meaning of a text, which they heard lately and learnedly, pithily and plainly expounded, they cannot tell the sense of it.
If one ask them the meaning of a text, which they herd lately and learnedly, pithily and plainly expounded, they cannot tell the sense of it.
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If one aske their opinion touching a point of doctrine lately taught them, they are not able to speake any thing of it:
If one ask their opinion touching a point of Doctrine lately taught them, they Are not able to speak any thing of it:
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which declareth that they vnderstood it not: and so they proue themselues to be no good hearers.
which Declareth that they understood it not: and so they prove themselves to be no good hearers.
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Some say they are not learned, they are of a dull capacitie, yet they haue a good meaning,
some say they Are not learned, they Are of a dull capacity, yet they have a good meaning,
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and as good an heart, as those who vnderstand most:
and as good an heart, as those who understand most:
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they hope God will beare with them, and accept of their good meaning, when as they should rather accuse themselues of negligence.
they hope God will bear with them, and accept of their good meaning, when as they should rather accuse themselves of negligence.
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If they did duly prepare themselues, and carefully attend, they might vnderstād much more then they do.
If they did duly prepare themselves, and carefully attend, they might understand much more then they do.
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But let them first know, that though they be not learned, and cannot reade, yet ought they,
But let them First know, that though they be not learned, and cannot read, yet ought they,
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and may be able, to vnderstand, for God hath furnished preachers with learning, and appoynted them so to explane the word, that the simple may vnderstand it.
and may be able, to understand, for God hath furnished Preachers with learning, and appointed them so to explain the word, that the simple may understand it.
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Euen as Ezra and the L•••tes, reade the booke of the lawe d••tinctly, and gave the sense and caused the p•o•le to vnderstand it.
Eve as Ezra and the L•••tes, read the book of the law d••tinctly, and gave the sense and caused the p•o•le to understand it.
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Though thou be not able to vnderstand the word of thy selfe, yet mayest thou be made able by them;
Though thou be not able to understand the word of thy self, yet Mayest thou be made able by them;
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yea and shalt be made able to vnderstand the most necessarie points of saluation, before thou canst be made fit for heauen:
yea and shalt be made able to understand the most necessary points of salvation, before thou Canst be made fit for heaven:
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yea many of the most necessarie points are so easie of themselues, that thou may vnderstand them at the first hearing,
yea many of the most necessary points Are so easy of themselves, that thou may understand them At the First hearing,
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if thou wilt carefully marke them.
if thou wilt carefully mark them.
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The entrance into Gods word sheweth light, and giueth vnderstanding to the simple. And therefore if thou vnderstand not, thou should rather blame thy selfe for want of attention, The Entrance into God's word shows Light, and gives understanding to the simple. And Therefore if thou understand not, thou should rather blame thy self for want of attention,
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then for want of capacitie or learning.
then for want of capacity or learning.
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Againe, know this, that God will neuer accept of thy good meaning, nor of thy good heart,
Again, know this, that God will never accept of thy good meaning, nor of thy good heart,
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vnles thou doin some competent measure vnderstand his word;
unless thou doin Some competent measure understand his word;
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for it is the word rightly vnderstood, that must direct thy good meaning, and correct thy heart:
for it is the word rightly understood, that must Direct thy good meaning, and correct thy heart:
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thou maist thinke thy meaning is good, and thy heart good, when both be naught: as indeed they are, if thou vnderstand not the word aright.
thou Mayest think thy meaning is good, and thy heart good, when both be nought: as indeed they Are, if thou understand not the word aright.
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And how should God accept of thy good meaning, voyd of vnderstanding? It is but the sacrifice of fooles:
And how should God accept of thy good meaning, void of understanding? It is but the sacrifice of Fools:
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blindnes was a blemish, which made beastes vnfit for sacrifice.
blindness was a blemish, which made beasts unfit for sacrifice.
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And doest thou thinke God will accept thy blind deuotion? deceiue not thy owne soule herein, but seeke for vnderstanding.
And dost thou think God will accept thy blind devotion? deceive not thy own soul herein, but seek for understanding.
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There be some that be desirous to vnderstand what they heare, and it may be, would gladly knowe how they may be able:
There be Some that be desirous to understand what they hear, and it may be, would gladly know how they may be able:
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I would aduise them to doe these 6. things. 1. Let them prepare themselues before they come to heare.
I would advise them to do these 6. things. 1. Let them prepare themselves before they come to hear.
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As we must prepare our selues before we pray, if we will not pray vainely,
As we must prepare our selves before we pray, if we will not pray vainly,
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and as we must prepare our selues before we come to the Sacrament, if we will not receiue it vnworthily,
and as we must prepare our selves before we come to the Sacrament, if we will not receive it unworthily,
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so must wee prepare our selues before we heare, if we will not heare vnprofitably. The husbandman prepares his cround by plowing it before he sowe it.
so must we prepare our selves before we hear, if we will not hear unprofitably. The husbandman prepares his crowned by plowing it before he sow it.
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If thou goe rashly to heare without preparation, thou shalt yeeld no more fruit then a field that is sowne before it be plowed.
If thou go rashly to hear without preparation, thou shalt yield no more fruit then a field that is sown before it be plowed.
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Thou maist prepare thy selfe by confidering before hand, that the word which thou goest to heare, is not the word of a mortall man,
Thou Mayest prepare thy self by considering before hand, that the word which thou goest to hear, is not the word of a Mortal man,
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but the word of the euerliuing God:
but the word of the everliving God:
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that not man onely speakes vnto thee, but that God speaketh vnto thee, in and by the man.
that not man only speaks unto thee, but that God speaks unto thee, in and by the man.
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That the word is the power of God to saluation, that one day thou must giue account to God for thy hearing.
That the word is the power of God to salvation, that one day thou must give account to God for thy hearing.
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If thou doest seriously consider these things before hand, they will prepare thee, to heare with more reuerence and vnderstanding.
If thou dost seriously Consider these things before hand, they will prepare thee, to hear with more Reverence and understanding.
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Againe, prepare thy selfe by vnfained humiliation for thy former sinnes; least God for the punishment of them, should blind thy vaderstanding when thou hearest.
Again, prepare thy self by unfeigned humiliation for thy former Sins; lest God for the punishment of them, should blind thy vaderstanding when thou Hearst.
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Likewise prepare thy selfe, by renewing thy faith, in the truth of Gods word, and of his promises, knowing that the word, will not profit the hearers,
Likewise prepare thy self, by renewing thy faith, in the truth of God's word, and of his promises, knowing that the word, will not profit the hearers,
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vnles it be mixed with faith. 2. Pray earnestly vnto the Lord, that he would enlighten thy minde by his holy spirit, for the naturall man perceiueth not the things of God, neither can be knowe them,1. Ioh. 2.27. because they are speritually discerned.
unless it be mixed with faith. 2. prey earnestly unto the Lord, that he would enlighten thy mind by his holy Spirit, for the natural man perceives not the things of God, neither can be know them,1. John 2.27. Because they Are speritually discerned.
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It is that oyntment, which teacheth vs all things. Danid prayed often for illumination. Open mine eyes that may see the wonders of thy lawe.
It is that ointment, which Teaches us all things. David prayed often for illumination. Open mine eyes that may see the wonders of thy law.
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Teach me ô Lord, the way of thy statutes, Col. 1.9.2. Ton. 2.7. and I will keepe it vnto the end.
Teach me o Lord, the Way of thy statutes, Col. 1.9.2. Tun. 2.7. and I will keep it unto the end.
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Paul prayed for it, to be bestowed on others.Paul prayed for it, to be bestowed on Others.
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As for the Colossians, that they might be fulfilled with all knowledge, in wisedome and spirituall vnderstanding.
As for the colossians, that they might be fulfilled with all knowledge, in Wisdom and spiritual understanding.
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And for T•mothie, to whom he thus wrote, Consider what I say, and the Lord giue thee vnderstanding in all things.
And for T•mothie, to whom he thus wrote, Consider what I say, and the Lord give thee understanding in all things.
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Much more should we pray to obtaine it for our selues.
Much more should we pray to obtain it for our selves.
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It is the Lords gift, beg it of him by prayer, the more dull of capacitie you are by nature, the more earnestly and the oftner should you pray to God, that by grace he may make a supply of that, which you want by nature.
It is the lords gift, beg it of him by prayer, the more dull of capacity you Are by nature, the more earnestly and the oftener should you pray to God, that by grace he may make a supply of that, which you want by nature.
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This is one reason why mary heare and heede not, and vnderstand not, euen because they will not pray before they heare.
This is one reason why marry hear and heed not, and understand not, even Because they will not pray before they hear.
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Iames saith, If any man lacke wisedome, let him aske of God, and it shall be giuen him. James Says, If any man lack Wisdom, let him ask of God, and it shall be given him.
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So if you want vnderstading, aske it of God, and it shall be giuen you. 3. Excrcise your selues daily, in reading the word, in meditating of it, in conferring and talking of it.
So if you want understanding, ask it of God, and it shall be given you. 3. Exercise your selves daily, in reading the word, in meditating of it, in conferring and talking of it.
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Danid said, I haue had more vnderstanding then all my teachers, for thy testimonies are my meditation. David said, I have had more understanding then all my Teachers, for thy testimonies Are my meditation.
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The Apostle said, that men of age, to whom strong meare belongeth, through long custome haue their wits excretsed, Heb. 5.14. to diseerne both good axd euill.
The Apostle said, that men of age, to whom strong mere belongeth, through long custom have their wits excretsed, Hebrew 5.14. to diseerne both good axd evil.
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If you will often reade the scriptures, or heare others reade them, you shall be better able to vnderstand thé when you heare them expounded,
If you will often read the Scriptures, or hear Others read them, you shall be better able to understand the when you hear them expounded,
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& better carry away the doctrine drawne from them. 4. Attend diligently to that which is deliuered, marke and consider it, thinke then on that onely, and nothing else.
& better carry away the Doctrine drawn from them. 4. Attend diligently to that which is Delivered, mark and Consider it, think then on that only, and nothing Else.
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Euen as the people gaue heede vnto those things which Phillip spake. And as Lidia, whé God had opened his hart, attended vnto the things which Paul spake. This is wanting in many, and therefore they vnderstād not: for no attention, no vnderstanding.
Eve as the people gave heed unto those things which Philip spoke. And as Lidia, whé God had opened his heart, attended unto the things which Paul spoke. This is wanting in many, and Therefore they understand not: for no attention, no understanding.
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Paul long agoe forbad men to gine heede to fables, yet is it now practised by diuers. Paul long ago forbade men to Gine heed to fables, yet is it now practised by diverse.
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If a man tell a winter tale, a fayned fable, or a merry iest, many listen very attentiuely vnto him, marke it well, If a man tell a winter tale, a feigned fable, or a merry jest, many listen very attentively unto him, mark it well,
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and will talke of it afterward:
and will talk of it afterwards:
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but when the preacher speaketh of heauenly matters, which tend to the saluation of mens soules, he is heeded by a few:
but when the preacher speaks of heavenly matters, which tend to the salvation of men's Souls, he is heeded by a few:
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which persós are like the Athenians, who regarded not Demosthenes when he spake of matters for the welfare of their citie: which persós Are like the Athenians, who regarded not Demosthenes when he spoke of matters for the welfare of their City:
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but listened well vnto him, when he told thé a tale of a contention about an asses shadow, betwixt the owner and hyrer of the asse.
but listened well unto him, when he told the a tale of a contention about an asses shadow, betwixt the owner and hyrer of the Ass.
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You must know, that you cannot vnderstand, vnles you doe carefully attend, and expell all other by-thoughts out of your mindes.
You must know, that you cannot understand, unless you do carefully attend, and expel all other by-thoughts out of your minds.
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And that you may the better attend, you must as Christs hearers did, fixe and fasten your eyes on the preacher: And that you may the better attend, you must as Christ hearers did, fix and fasten your eyes on the preacher:
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lest gazing on other things, your eyes withdraw your minde from the doctrine deliuered.
lest gazing on other things, your eyes withdraw your mind from the Doctrine Delivered.
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And if your bodies growe drowsie and sleepie, sit not long, but stand on your feete.
And if your bodies grow drowsy and sleepy, fit not long, but stand on your feet.
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Euen as that worthy and Christian Emperour Constantine the great, vsed to do, who for reuerence to the word, Even as that worthy and Christian Emperor Constantine the great, used to do, who for Reverence to the word,
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and for his better attention, could not be perswaded to fit downe, but would most commonly stand at sermons. 5. When you vnderstand not a point, aske them which be learned and do vnderstand it:
and for his better attention, could not be persuaded to fit down, but would most commonly stand At Sermons. 5. When you understand not a point, ask them which be learned and do understand it:
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This was the vsuall practise of the Apostles, when they vnderstood not the meaning of this parable, they asked Christ and he told them:
This was the usual practice of the Apostles, when they understood not the meaning of this parable, they asked christ and he told them:
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when they vnderstood not his doctrine, of the things which defile a man, they asked him,
when they understood not his Doctrine, of the things which defile a man, they asked him,
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and he made them to vnderstand it. Be not you therefore ashamed to aske, you shall find many readie to resolue you:
and he made them to understand it. Be not you Therefore ashamed to ask, you shall find many ready to resolve you:
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if you will aske, what you cannot vnderstand of your selues, and at the first hearing, you may afterward vnderstand by asking of them. 6. Lastly, be careful to practise, what you doe alreadie knowe and vnderstand;
if you will ask, what you cannot understand of your selves, and At the First hearing, you may afterwards understand by asking of them. 6. Lastly, be careful to practise, what you do already know and understand;
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then shall you be able to vnderstād more afterward:
then shall you be able to understand more afterwards:
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for as Dauid saith, The feare of the Lord is the beginning of wisedome, all they that obserue them, Psal. 111.10. haue good vnderstanding.
for as David Says, The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom, all they that observe them, Psalm 111.10. have good understanding.
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And Christ said, If any man doe the will of my father, Ioh. 7.17. be shall knowe of the doctrinc, whether it be of God, or whether I speake of noy selfe.
And christ said, If any man do the will of my father, John 7.17. be shall know of the doctrinc, whither it be of God, or whither I speak of noy self.
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Obedience is the key of knowledge.
obedience is the key of knowledge.
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If men sinne against their own knowledge and conscience the Lord in indgement blindeth their mindes,
If men sin against their own knowledge and conscience the Lord in judgement blinds their minds,
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and hardeneth their hearts, that they shall vnderstand lesse afterward, and lesse regard what they heare.
and Hardeneth their hearts, that they shall understand less afterwards, and less regard what they hear.
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So contrariwise, he in his mercy will reward former obedience, with future illumination.
So contrariwise, he in his mercy will reward former Obedience, with future illumination.
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The seruant who hid his talent, lost it, but he who employed his talents, had them multiplyed.
The servant who hid his talon, lost it, but he who employed his Talents, had them multiplied.
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Whosoeuer will obserue these rules shall hereafter vnderstand, and profite more by one sermon, then hee hath done by many sermons in times past.
Whosoever will observe these rules shall hereafter understand, and profit more by one sermon, then he hath done by many Sermons in times past.
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The second propertie in the first kind of hearers, is set forth by the issue and euent that falles out at his hearing:
The second property in the First kind of hearers, is Set forth by the issue and event that falls out At his hearing:
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The diuell comes and takes the word from him. The former propertie came from himselfe, this from the diuell.
The Devil comes and Takes the word from him. The former property Come from himself, this from the Devil.
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In this behauiour of the diuell, toward these hearers, wee may note 2. things. 1. his presence: 2. his practise.
In this behaviour of the Devil, towards these hearers, we may note 2. things. 1. his presence: 2. his practice.
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1. His presence, in that he is said to come, he commeth to the persons that doe heare,
1. His presence, in that he is said to come, he comes to the Persons that do hear,
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and to the places where they heare. Though here it be translated (afterward) commeth the diuell:
and to the places where they hear. Though Here it be translated (afterwards) comes the Devil:
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yet it might be translated, then commeth the diuell. Marke saith, that Sathan commeth immediately, to wit,
yet it might be translated, then comes the Devil. Mark Says, that Sathan comes immediately, to wit,
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as soone as they haue heard, and before they goe away from the place, as well as afterward.
as soon as they have herd, and before they go away from the place, as well as afterwards.
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Euen as fowles come to the field that is sowne, so will the diuell come to the persons that heare.
Eve as fowls come to the field that is sown, so will the Devil come to the Persons that hear.
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This is to be considered, because it is not simply said, the diuell taketh the word:
This is to be considered, Because it is not simply said, the Devil Takes the word:
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but all three Euangelisis adde this, he commeth.
but all three Euangelisis add this, he comes.
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And this not onely teacheth vs, as some haue obserued, that the diuell is out of vs, is not alwaies present;
And this not only Teaches us, as Some have observed, that the Devil is out of us, is not always present;
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is sometime neere, sometime a farre off: sometime tempteth, sometime tempteth not.
is sometime near, sometime a Far off: sometime tempts, sometime tempts not.
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But likewise that he neither feareth the persons that heare Gods word, nor the place where they heare it.
But likewise that he neither fears the Persons that hear God's word, nor the place where they hear it.
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He came to Adam and Eue while they were in Paradise, he came and stood before the Lord, among the children of God: that is, the holy Angells. He Come to Adam and Eve while they were in Paradise, he Come and stood before the Lord, among the children of God: that is, the holy Angels.
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He approached neere to Chrifts most holy body, and carried it from one place to another.
He approached near to Christ's most holy body, and carried it from one place to Another.
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We must not therefore thinke it strange, that he dare come among them, that meete together for the hearing of Gods word,
We must not Therefore think it strange, that he Dare come among them, that meet together for the hearing of God's word,
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and into Churches which be consecrated and dedicated for the worship of the Lord. Papifts imagine that the ringing of consecrated bells, will driue him away:
and into Churches which be consecrated and dedicated for the worship of the Lord. Papists imagine that the ringing of consecrated Bells', will driven him away:
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And that permanent crosses of mettall and wood, and transient crosses made on the forhead with their fingers, will put him to flight.
And that permanent Crosses of mettle and wood, and Transient Crosses made on the forehead with their fingers, will put him to flight.
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Let them shew why he should be more afraid of these, then of Christs body? haue they more holines,
Let them show why he should be more afraid of these, then of Christ body? have they more holiness,
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or more vertue in them, thē Christs body had?
or more virtue in them, them Christ body had?
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Seeing the diuell comes to hearers, let vs before we heare, and afterward we haue heard, arme our selues against him.
Seeing the Devil comes to hearers, let us before we hear, and afterwards we have herd, arm our selves against him.
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2. The diuels practise, he taketh the word out of their hearts:
2. The Devils practice, he Takes the word out of their hearts:
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The heart is not here taken strictly and properly, but generally, for the minde and affections:
The heart is not Here taken strictly and properly, but generally, for the mind and affections:
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yet cannot the diuell immediately, directly, & by himselfe, worke vpon the soule or heart of man, that belongeth onely vnto God, who alone is the searcher of the heart.
yet cannot the Devil immediately, directly, & by himself, work upon the soul or heart of man, that belongeth only unto God, who alone is the searcher of the heart.
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The diuell worketh immediately, indirectly, & by meanes euen by externall objects, outward senses, and corporall phantasies;
The Devil works immediately, indirectly, & by means even by external objects, outward Senses, and corporal fantasies;
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he taketh the word out of the hart, by interrupting the phantasie, and making it vnfit to conuey any thing to the vnderstanding or to the heart:
he Takes the word out of the heart, by interrupting the fantasy, and making it unfit to convey any thing to the understanding or to the heart:
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and by conueying other thoughts into the heart, and turning the minde another way, so as it shall no longer affect the word,
and by conveying other thoughts into the heart, and turning the mind Another Way, so as it shall no longer affect the word,
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nor thinke of it any more. Neither can he take it by violence, without their liking, that heard it:
nor think of it any more. Neither can he take it by violence, without their liking, that herd it:
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but with their consent, he taketh it onely from them who were careles hearers, who neuer suffered it to sinke deepe into their hearts;
but with their consent, he Takes it only from them who were careless hearers, who never suffered it to sink deep into their hearts;
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but being like to the high way side, did not couer it with the moyst mouldes of holy affections:
but being like to the high Way side, did not cover it with the moist moulds of holy affections:
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yea he taketh it from those who neuer had any great loue vnto it, and therefore might eafily be perswaded to let him take it.
yea he Takes it from those who never had any great love unto it, and Therefore might Easily be persuaded to let him take it.
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In regard of this his practise, Christ in the propounding of the parable, compared him to the fowles of the ayre,
In regard of this his practice, christ in the propounding of the parable, compared him to the fowls of the air,
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because as they will follow the sower, and will picke vp that, which lyes by the high way side, or any other place vncouered:
Because as they will follow the sour, and will pick up that, which lies by the high Way side, or any other place uncovered:
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so the diuell haunteth the assemblies, where the word is preached, that he may take from the hearers, that which hath bene taught.
so the Devil haunteth the assemblies, where the word is preached, that he may take from the hearers, that which hath be taught.
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Yea, in this respect the diuell is farr• worse then any fowles; They eate the seede of necessitie, because they wart other foode to nourish them:
Yea, in this respect the Devil is farr• Worse then any fowls; They eat the seed of necessity, Because they wart other food to nourish them:
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but he of malice, he needeth it not, it doth no good to him.
but he of malice, he needs it not, it does no good to him.
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And therefore he taketh it away, not to doe himselfe any good thereby, but to doe them harme, from whom he taketh it.
And Therefore he Takes it away, not to do himself any good thereby, but to do them harm, from whom he Takes it.
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Againe, the birds are soone satisfied, and that with a litle;
Again, the Birds Are soon satisfied, and that with a little;
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if they haue once eaten their fill, they flye away, and leaue the rest, though it lye vncouered; but the diuell is neuer.
if they have once eaten their fill, they fly away, and leave the rest, though it lie uncovered; but the Devil is never.
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In regard of this his practise, Christ in the propounding of the parable, compared him to the fowles of the ayre,
In regard of this his practice, christ in the propounding of the parable, compared him to the fowls of the air,
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because as they will follow the sower, and will picke vp that, which lyes by the high way side, or any other place vncouered:
Because as they will follow the sour, and will pick up that, which lies by the high Way side, or any other place uncovered:
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so the diuell haunteth the assemblies, where the word is preached, that he may take from the hearers, that which hath bene taught.
so the Devil haunteth the assemblies, where the word is preached, that he may take from the hearers, that which hath be taught.
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Yea, in this respect the diuell is farr• worse then any fowles; They eate the seede of necessitie, because they wart other foode to nourish them:
Yea, in this respect the Devil is farr• Worse then any fowls; They eat the seed of necessity, Because they wart other food to nourish them:
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but he of malice, he needeth it not, it doth no good to him.
but he of malice, he needs it not, it does no good to him.
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And therefore he taketh it away, not to doe himselfe any good thereby, but to doe them harme, from whom he taketh it.
And Therefore he Takes it away, not to do himself any good thereby, but to do them harm, from whom he Takes it.
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Againe, the birds are soone satisfied, and that with a litle;
Again, the Birds Are soon satisfied, and that with a little;
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if they haue once eaten their fill, they flye away, and leaue the rest, though it lye vncouered;
if they have once eaten their fill, they fly away, and leave the rest, though it lie uncovered;
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but the diuell is neuer satisfied till haue picked vp euery graine that is not couered in the bot••• 〈1 line〉 away,
but the Devil is never satisfied till have picked up every grain that is not covered in the bot••• 〈1 line〉 away,
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or driuen away, but it is an hard matter either to keepe the diuell away, or driue him away from those that heare carelesly:
or driven away, but it is an hard matter either to keep the Devil away, or driven him away from those that hear carelessly:
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till they alter the manner of their hearing, he will not be kept from them.
till they altar the manner of their hearing, he will not be kept from them.
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See then what an enemie the diuell is, to hinder the efficacie of Gods word in mans heart.
See then what an enemy the Devil is, to hinder the efficacy of God's word in men heart.
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As the preacher laboureth to cast the word into the heart, so he to take it out.
As the preacher Laboureth to cast the word into the heart, so he to take it out.
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He thrusteth many euill things into the heart, he put treason into the heart of Iudas, to betray Christ:
He thrusts many evil things into the heart, he put treason into the heart of Iudas, to betray christ:
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he filled the heart of Ananias, to lye vnto the holy Ghost. he filled the heart of Ananias, to lie unto the holy Ghost.
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So also doth he keepe all manner of good from the heart, by the one he would make vs bad;
So also does he keep all manner of good from the heart, by the one he would make us bad;
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by the other, he would hinder vs from being good. Except it be inpraying, hee doth not trouble a man so much in any busines,
by the other, he would hinder us from being good. Except it be inpraying, he does not trouble a man so much in any business,
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as in hearing of Gods word, because he is afraide lest man should be conuerted and saued thereby.
as in hearing of God's word, Because he is afraid lest man should be converted and saved thereby.
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This his practise is euidently seene in many. It appeareth by the euent, that he taketh the word from many of our hearers,
This his practice is evidently seen in many. It appears by the event, that he Takes the word from many of our hearers,
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for when the people haue heard the preacher speake a whole houre together, and deliuer many profitable points of doctrine,
for when the people have herd the preacher speak a Whole hour together, and deliver many profitable points of Doctrine,
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and that very plainely, yet few can repeate any thing at all:
and that very plainly, yet few can repeat any thing At all:
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many will say they like him well, he is a good man, and made a very good sermon,
many will say they like him well, he is a good man, and made a very good sermon,
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yet cannot tell one word that he spake.
yet cannot tell one word that he spoke.
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What is the reason hereof? the diuell hath taken it out of their hearts and heads.
What is the reason hereof? the Devil hath taken it out of their hearts and Heads.
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Report to them an humane historie, tell them some strange newes, or a tale for their worldly profit,
Report to them an humane history, tell them Some strange news, or a tale for their worldly profit,
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or corporall health, they will keepe it well enough, and at any time, and in any company will relate it very readily:
or corporal health, they will keep it well enough, and At any time, and in any company will relate it very readily:
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but teach them a mysterie of saluation, instruct them in a dutie to God or man, they forget it as soone as they haue heard it:
but teach them a mystery of salvation, instruct them in a duty to God or man, they forget it as soon as they have herd it:
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What is the cause hereof but this? the diuell knowes that the one will neuer profit their soules,
What is the cause hereof but this? the Devil knows that the one will never profit their Souls,
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nor further their saluation, and therefore he will not take it from them:
nor further their salvation, and Therefore he will not take it from them:
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he is afraid lest the other should profit their soules, and further their saluation, and therfore he labours to depriue them of it.
he is afraid lest the other should profit their Souls, and further their salvation, and Therefore he labours to deprive them of it.
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If a man put coyne in a chest, and wares in a chamber, and within a while come and finde none there, he will say, a thiefe hath bene there.
If a man put coin in a chest, and wares in a chamber, and within a while come and find none there, he will say, a thief hath be there.
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So if people heare much, and keepe little or nothing, it is certaine the diuell hath bene there, to steale it out of their hearts.
So if people hear much, and keep little or nothing, it is certain the Devil hath be there, to steal it out of their hearts.
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This should teach euery one of vs that be hearers, to looke well to our selues,
This should teach every one of us that be hearers, to look well to our selves,
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and carefully to keep that which we haue heard. The diuell will doe what he can to depriue vs of it.
and carefully to keep that which we have herd. The Devil will do what he can to deprive us of it.
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If he cannot keepe thee from heaving, he will (if he can) rob thee of that which thou hast heard.
If he cannot keep thee from heaving, he will (if he can) rob thee of that which thou hast herd.
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If thou be carelesse in keeping, he will be sure to take all from thee. You knowe, that if a man haue some speciall goods, and looke negligently vnto them,
If thou be careless in keeping, he will be sure to take all from thee. You know, that if a man have Some special goods, and look negligently unto them,
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and care not much whether he keepe them or loose them, and a cunning thiefe be very desirous of them, he is like within a while to get them.
and care not much whither he keep them or lose them, and a cunning thief be very desirous of them, he is like within a while to get them.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Wherefore, as Abraham droue away the Fowles that trouble him, when he was sacrifising; so driue yee away the Diuell, who troubleth you whē you heare.
Wherefore, as Abraham drove away the Fowls that trouble him, when he was sacrificing; so driven ye away the devil, who Troubles you when you hear.
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Euen as you chase away the birds that would eate vp the corne sowne in your fields:
Eve as you chase away the Birds that would eat up the corn sown in your fields:
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And as by harrowing of your sowne fieldes, you couer the seed with earth, that so the Fowles may not deuoure it,
And as by harrowing of your sown fields, you cover the seed with earth, that so the Fowls may not devour it,
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and that it may better fructify:
and that it may better fructify:
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So couer the seede of the worde in the furrowes of thy affections, and let it enter deepe into thy heart,
So cover the seed of the word in the furrows of thy affections, and let it enter deep into thy heart,
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and so shall it both be safe from the Diuell, and fit to yeeld fruit in thy life.
and so shall it both be safe from the devil, and fit to yield fruit in thy life.
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This practise of the Diuel is amplified by the ends of it, which are two, the one subordinate to the other.
This practice of the devil is amplified by the ends of it, which Are two, the one subordinate to the other.
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The former is, least they shoulde beleeue. Whence we may obserue two things; one in respect of the word;
The former is, lest they should believe. Whence we may observe two things; one in respect of the word;
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and another in respect of the Diuell. 1. In respect of the word:
and Another in respect of the devil. 1. In respect of the word:
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namely, that the hearing and receiuing of the word, is a speciall meane to bring men to faith:
namely, that the hearing and receiving of the word, is a special mean to bring men to faith:
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for the Diuell doth therefore hinder men in hearing, least by hearing they should belecue. Saint Paul sayth, That faith is by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
for the devil does Therefore hinder men in hearing, lest by hearing they should belecue. Saint Paul say, That faith is by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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How can they beleeue in him, of whom they haue not heard? and and how can they heare without a Preacher? And those for whom Christ prayed, must beleeue in him, through the Apostles word.
How can they believe in him, of whom they have not herd? and and how can they hear without a Preacher? And those for whom christ prayed, must believe in him, through the Apostles word.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Was not the Eunuch brought to faith by Philips teaching? Did not Cornelius beleeue by Peters preaching? Did not the Iaylor beleeue by hearing of Paul? Though all doe not beleeue, who doe heare, because some heare amisse: Was not the Eunuch brought to faith by Philips teaching? Did not Cornelius believe by Peter's preaching? Did not the Jailer believe by hearing of Paul? Though all do not believe, who do hear, Because Some hear amiss:
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yet is hearing Gods ordinance to beget faith. Those then that desire faith, must heare and receiue the worde.
yet is hearing God's Ordinance to beget faith. Those then that desire faith, must hear and receive the word.
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Those that may heare and will not, cannot beleeue. Wofull is their case who heare not at all:
Those that may hear and will not, cannot believe. Woeful is their case who hear not At all:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for whence can they haue faith, if they heare not? Feareful is their case who hear seldome:
for whence can they have faith, if they hear not? Fearful is their case who hear seldom:
c-acp c-crq vmb pns32 vhb n1, cs pns32 vvb xx? j vbz po32 n1 r-crq vvb av:
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they haue no faith, or a weake faith. But happie are they who heare often and well;
they have no faith, or a weak faith. But happy Are they who hear often and well;
pns32 vhb dx n1, cc dt j n1. p-acp j vbr pns32 r-crq vvb av cc av;
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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they beleeue, and shall be saued. 2. Another thing is to be obserued in respect of the Diuell; they believe, and shall be saved. 2. another thing is to be observed in respect of the devil;
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namely, what an enemie he is vnto faith:
namely, what an enemy he is unto faith:
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for he takes away the word, as it is entring into mens hearts, lest they should beleeue.
for he Takes away the word, as it is entering into men's hearts, lest they should believe.
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This is the very cause why he is so busy in hindering the worde; because hee would keepe men from faith.
This is the very cause why he is so busy in hindering the word; Because he would keep men from faith.
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And no maruell though he be a deadly enemie vnto faith:
And no marvel though he be a deadly enemy unto faith:
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he knowes that the word will not profite the hearers, vnlesse it be mixed with faith. he knows that the word will not profit the hearers, unless it be mixed with faith.
pns31 vvz cst dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt n2, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp n1.
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He knowes that by faith we are iustified in Christ: that by faith we obtaine remission of sinnes, and euerlasting life. He knows that by faith we Are justified in christ: that by faith we obtain remission of Sins, and everlasting life.
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Very loath he is that we should enioy these blessings;
Very loath he is that we should enjoy these blessings;
j j pns31 vbz cst pns12 vmd vvi d n2;
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and therfore will do what he can to hinder vs of faith, which is the hand whereby we receiue them.
and Therefore will do what he can to hinder us of faith, which is the hand whereby we receive them.
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He knowes, that without faith it is impossible to please God. And that whatsoeuer is not of faith is sinne. He knows, that without faith it is impossible to please God. And that whatsoever is not of faith is sin.
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Vnwilling he is that we should better please God then himself doth: but gladly would he make all our actions sinfull, like his.
Unwilling he is that we should better please God then himself does: but gladly would he make all our actions sinful, like his.
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He knoweth that faith is the shield, whereby we quench all his fiery darts; & that it is the victory, whereby wee ouercome the world, one of his Champions. He Knoweth that faith is the shield, whereby we quench all his fiery darts; & that it is the victory, whereby we overcome the world, one of his Champions.
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And therefore wil seeke to keep this weapon out of our hands, lest himselfe & his champion be foiled therwith.
And Therefore will seek to keep this weapon out of our hands, lest himself & his champion be foiled therewith.
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We may now say with the Apostle, All men haue not faith.
We may now say with the Apostle, All men have not faith.
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And no maruell, seeing the Diuell is a spightfull foe against it, and will hinder as many from faith as possibly he can.
And no marvel, seeing the devil is a spiteful foe against it, and will hinder as many from faith as possibly he can.
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At the end of the world (as Christ fore-told) the son of man shall scarce find faith on the earth: Let it not seeme strange:
At the end of the world (as christ foretold) the son of man shall scarce find faith on the earth: Let it not seem strange:
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for, as at all other times, so then especially will he keepe men backe from faith, his wrath shall then be great, because hee shall know his time is short.
for, as At all other times, so then especially will he keep men back from faith, his wrath shall then be great, Because he shall know his time is short.
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Doe not therefore imagine that it is an easie thing to get faith, and that thou canst beleeue when thou list;
Do not Therefore imagine that it is an easy thing to get faith, and that thou Canst believe when thou list;
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thou canst not haue faith, but in despight of the Diuell; so long as he can hinder thee by any meanes, thou shalt not beleeue.
thou Canst not have faith, but in despite of the devil; so long as he can hinder thee by any means, thou shalt not believe.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The Lord must enable thee to frustrate his attempts, and must bestow this gift on thee against his will;
The Lord must enable thee to frustrate his attempts, and must bestow this gift on thee against his will;
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otherwise thou canst neuer receiue it.
otherwise thou Canst never receive it.
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But the more he labours to keepe vs from faith, the more earnestly should we labour to obteyne it.
But the more he labours to keep us from faith, the more earnestly should we labour to obtain it.
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the more he hateth it, the better should we loue it: If it were not a most excellent grace, he would not hinder vs of it.
the more he hates it, the better should we love it: If it were not a most excellent grace, he would not hinder us of it.
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2. The other end why hee taketh away the word is this; Lest they should be saued:
2. The other end why he Takes away the word is this; Lest they should be saved:
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Where also two other like things may be considered: one in respect of the word and faith;
Where also two other like things may be considered: one in respect of the word and faith;
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another in respect of the Diuell. 1. In respect of faith and the word, that they will bring men to saluation:
Another in respect of the devil. 1. In respect of faith and the word, that they will bring men to salvation:
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For, whereas Christ saith, the Diuell takes the word out of mens hearts, lest they should beleue & be saued:
For, whereas christ Says, the devil Takes the word out of men's hearts, lest they should believe & be saved:
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he therby insinuateth, that if the word enter into the heart, do there abide, & worke faith in it, the man shall be saued. And so he shall indeed:
he thereby insinuates, that if the word enter into the heart, doe there abide, & work faith in it, the man shall be saved. And so he shall indeed:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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For the Gospell (as Paul saith) is the power of God vnto saluation to euery one that beleeueth:
For the Gospel (as Paul Says) is the power of God unto salvation to every one that Believeth:
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to the lew first, and also to the Greacian. And it pleased God, by the foolishnes of preaching to saue them that beleeue. And therefore the Evangelist saith; to the levum First, and also to the Greacian. And it pleased God, by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe. And Therefore the Evangelist Says;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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These things are written that yee might beleeue, and in beleeuing haue life through his Name.
These things Are written that ye might believe, and in believing have life through his Name.
d n2 vbr vvn cst pn22 vmd vvi, cc p-acp vvg vhb n1 p-acp po31 n1.
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The word bringeth vs to faith, and faith to life euerlasting. If we get the one, we cannot fayle of the other.
The word brings us to faith, and faith to life everlasting. If we get the one, we cannot fail of the other.
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Oh what an heauenly comfort is this to a beleeuing soule!
O what an heavenly Comfort is this to a believing soul!
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Cannot the Diuel by all his practises and pollicies, hinder the worde from working faith in thy heart? feare him not, he cannot possibly hinder thee of eternall saluation in heauen.
Cannot the devil by all his practises and policies, hinder the word from working faith in thy heart? Fear him not, he cannot possibly hinder thee of Eternal salvation in heaven.
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Looke what assurance thou hast of thy present faith, the same assurance mayst thou haue of the future saluation of thy soule.
Look what assurance thou hast of thy present faith, the same assurance Mayest thou have of the future salvation of thy soul.
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If thou now beleeue, thou shalt receiue the end of thy faith, which is the saluation of thy soule.
If thou now believe, thou shalt receive the end of thy faith, which is the salvation of thy soul.
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But if Sathan so take the worde from thee, that thou dost not beleeue, neuer looke for saluation in heauen.
But if Sathan so take the word from thee, that thou dost not believe, never look for salvation in heaven.
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Onely he that beleeueth shall be saued.
Only he that Believeth shall be saved.
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2. In respect of the Diuell, hee is an vtter enemy to the saluation of mens soules;
2. In respect of the devil, he is an utter enemy to the salvation of men's Souls;
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he taketh away the word, and hindereth them from faith, that so hee may preuent their saluation.
he Takes away the word, and hindereth them from faith, that so he may prevent their salvation.
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This is the end of both the former. The Diuell is enuious;
This is the end of both the former. The devil is envious;
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vnwilling he is that any of vs should enioy that glory in heauen which he hath lost.
unwilling he is that any of us should enjoy that glory in heaven which he hath lost.
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As hee droue Adam and Eue out of the earthly Paradise; so doth he, what lyeth in him, to keepe vs from the heauenly Paradise.
As he drove Adam and Eve out of the earthly Paradise; so does he, what lies in him, to keep us from the heavenly Paradise.
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He goeth about like a roaring Lion, seeking whom he may deuoure.
He Goes about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.
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As the Ammonites, Moabites, Amalekites, and many other heathen people, would haue hindered the Israelites from entering into the land of Canaan:
As the Ammonites, Moabites, Amalekites, and many other heathen people, would have hindered the Israelites from entering into the land of Canaan:
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So the Diuel & all his Angels seeke to hinder vs from the Kingdome of heauen.
So the devil & all his Angels seek to hinder us from the Kingdom of heaven.
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And as the Israelites subdued them, before they could get possession:
And as the Israelites subdued them, before they could get possession:
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So must wee, through the mightie power of Christ, subdue the Diuell, before wee can enioy that most happy and glorious Kingdome.
So must we, through the mighty power of christ, subdue the devil, before we can enjoy that most happy and glorious Kingdom.
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Lastly, to conclude all the poynts touching these hearers:
Lastly, to conclude all the points touching these hearers:
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See what excellent things they lose, who suffer the Diuell to take the worde out of their hearts:
See what excellent things they loose, who suffer the devil to take the word out of their hearts:
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They loose faith, which is much more precious then gold; as Saint Peter saith. And hereafter they shall lose the saluation of their soules;
They lose faith, which is much more precious then gold; as Saint Peter Says. And hereafter they shall loose the salvation of their Souls;
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which is more worth then all the world. For as CHRIST sayeth; which is more worth then all the world. For as CHRIST Saith;
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What aduantageth it a man to winne the whole world, and lose his owne soule?
What advantageth it a man to win the Whole world, and loose his own soul?
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You may thinke it little danger to suffer the Diuell to take the worde out of your heartes.
You may think it little danger to suffer the devil to take the word out of your hearts.
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And it may be some had rather haue it taken from them, then the least parte of their worldly riches:
And it may be Some had rather have it taken from them, then the least part of their worldly riches:
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but know that it is a precious Iewell. If you keepe it, you retaine all grace and happinesse with it:
but know that it is a precious Jewel. If you keep it, you retain all grace and happiness with it:
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If you leaue it, you lose all goodnes with it. Oh then when you haue heard it, make much of it, and keepe it safely,
If you leave it, you loose all Goodness with it. O then when you have herd it, make much of it, and keep it safely,
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and be content rather to lose any thing, yea all things that you haue, then lose it.
and be content rather to loose any thing, yea all things that you have, then loose it.
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If you did truely know, and would duely consider the danger of this losse, you would be more carefull to keepe the word,
If you did truly know, and would duly Consider the danger of this loss, you would be more careful to keep the word,
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and more afrayde of losing it.
and more afraid of losing it.
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You, who haue Deedes of your Lands, and Leases of your houses, are very carefull to keepe them safely, you will keepe them vnder locke and key,
You, who have deeds of your Lands, and Leases of your houses, Are very careful to keep them safely, you will keep them under lock and key,
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and that in the safest place of your houses, because you hold your lands & liuings by them,
and that in the Safest place of your houses, Because you hold your Lands & livings by them,
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and may lose your lands and liuings, if you lose them. As carefull should you be to keepe the word;
and may loose your Lands and livings, if you loose them. As careful should you be to keep the word;
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you hold your inheritance by it: It is your euidence:
you hold your inheritance by it: It is your evidence:
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If it be taken from you, you shall lose faith and Gods fauour in this world,
If it be taken from you, you shall loose faith and God's favour in this world,
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and the happy possession of an euerlasting and glorious Kingdome in the world to come.
and the happy possession of an everlasting and glorious Kingdom in the world to come.
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And they that are on the stones, are they which when they haue heard, receiue the word with joy. And they that Are on the stones, Are they which when they have herd, receive the word with joy.
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Now followeth the exposition of the second kind of ground: to wit, the rockie and stonie ground.
Now follows the exposition of the second kind of ground: to wit, the rocky and stony ground.
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Christ declareth who are meant thereby; euen another sort of vnprofitable heaters.
christ Declareth who Are meant thereby; even Another sort of unprofitable heaters.
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And that he might the better lay open their nature and condition, and let all men see who they are, he describeth them at large, by 4. scuerall properties. 1. They heare,
And that he might the better lay open their nature and condition, and let all men see who they Are, he Describeth them At large, by 4. scuerall properties. 1. They hear,
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and receiue the worde with ioy. These hearers goe farther then the former. The former sort heard the word, but vnderstood it not;
and receive the word with joy. These hearers go farther then the former. The former sort herd the word, but understood it not;
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if they vnderstood the words, they vnderstood not the matter. But these are not blamed for that fault; they vnderstood it well:
if they understood the words, they understood not the matter. But these Are not blamed for that fault; they understood it well:
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and therefore are sayde to receiue it: their receiuing of it, is made a distinct thing from their hearing.
and Therefore Are said to receive it: their receiving of it, is made a distinct thing from their hearing.
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Again, the other lost it as soone as they heard it: the Diuel soon took it from them;
Again, the other lost it as soon as they herd it: the devil soon took it from them;
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but these keepe it a great while, euen all the time of peace, they doe not renounce it, till they be presecuted for it.
but these keep it a great while, even all the time of peace, they do not renounce it, till they be presecuted for it.
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Moreouer, those did not affect it, the Diuell kept it from entring deepe into their hearts, he tooke it presently out of their hearts,
Moreover, those did not affect it, the devil kept it from entering deep into their hearts, he took it presently out of their hearts,
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lest it should worke vpon their affections:
lest it should work upon their affections:
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they were such as heard it for fashion sake, yet had no great liking or lou• of it in their hearts.
they were such as herd it for fashion sake, yet had no great liking or lou• of it in their hearts.
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These do much affect it, it pierceth their hearts, it moueth their affections, they reioyce in it.
These do much affect it, it pierces their hearts, it moves their affections, they rejoice in it.
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Lastly, those did not so beleeue as these doe:
Lastly, those did not so believe as these doe:
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either they did not belecue it at all, or with an hystoricall faith onely, beleeue it to be true;
either they did not belecue it At all, or with an historical faith only, believe it to be true;
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but not making such profession of it, nor yeelding such outward obedience to it as these doe: as afterward shall be shewed.
but not making such profession of it, nor yielding such outward Obedience to it as these doe: as afterwards shall be showed.
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The first propertie is, that they receiu• the worde with •oy.
The First property is, that they receiu• the word with •oy.
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For the present time they reioyce in the doctrine of the Gospell, it cheareth their hearts, delighteth their soules, contenteth their mindes, mooueth their affections,
For the present time they rejoice in the Doctrine of the Gospel, it Cheereth their hearts, delights their Souls, contents their minds, moveth their affections,
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and is to them the most ioyfull newes that euer they heard: and yet for all that they are but vnprofitable hearers.
and is to them the most joyful news that ever they herd: and yet for all that they Are but unprofitable hearers.
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Such an hearer was King Herode: when Iohn Bap•••••• preached, hee heard him gladly; not onely willingly, but also cheerefully and ioyfully:
Such an hearer was King Herod: when John Bap•••••• preached, he herd him gladly; not only willingly, but also cheerfully and joyfully:
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hee tooke delight and pleasure in hearing of him; and yet afterward was the author of his death.
he took delight and pleasure in hearing of him; and yet afterwards was the author of his death.
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Such hearers were most of the Iewes:
Such hearers were most of the Iewes:
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for Christ told them, That Iohn was a burning and sinning lampe, and that they would for a season haue reioyced in his light.
for christ told them, That John was a burning and sinning lamp, and that they would for a season have rejoiced in his Light.
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They ioyed in his doctrine, yet but for a season. Hee preached but a while. Christ fore-saw, that if hee had liued and preached longer, they would haue forsaken him.
They joyed in his Doctrine, yet but for a season. He preached but a while. christ foresaw, that if he had lived and preached longer, they would have forsaken him.
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Such hearers also were the Capernaites, who liked Christs doctrine so well, as that they followed him for a while; but afterward forsooke him. Such hearers had the Apostles:
Such hearers also were the Capernaum, who liked Christ Doctrine so well, as that they followed him for a while; but afterwards forsook him. Such hearers had the Apostles:
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And such hea•ers haue we at this day. These hearers are not like Pharoh, who said;
And such hea•ers have we At this day. These hearers Are not like Pharaoh, who said;
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Who is the Lord, that I stould hear his voyce? Nor like those impious persons, who say to God;
Who is the Lord, that I stould hear his voice? Nor like those impious Persons, who say to God;
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Depart from vs, for we desire not the knowledge of thy waies.
Depart from us, for we desire not the knowledge of thy ways.
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Nor like the Iewes, who spake against those things which were taught by Paul, contradicting them,
Nor like the Iewes, who spoke against those things which were taught by Paul, contradicting them,
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& rayling on them, & thrusting the Apostles from thē. They do willingly heare the word, they approue the doctrine of it, they loue it,
& railing on them, & thrusting the Apostles from them. They do willingly hear the word, they approve the Doctrine of it, they love it,
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& like it, and reioyce to heare it.
& like it, and rejoice to hear it.
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They wil rather say to Preachers, as Cornelius & his kinsmen said to Peter; We are all here present before God, to heare all thing that are commaunded thee of God.
They will rather say to Preachers, as Cornelius & his kinsmen said to Peter; We Are all Here present before God, to hear all thing that Are commanded thee of God.
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And if these hearers reioyce in the word, they will not scorne to be taught by the Ministers,
And if these hearers rejoice in the word, they will not scorn to be taught by the Ministers,
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but very willingly submit themselues to the Minist•ry of the word. They will be as forward as any, in frequenting Sermons:
but very willingly submit themselves to the Minist•ry of the word. They will be as forward as any, in frequenting Sermons:
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for who will not desire to heare that often, which comforteth his heart? Yea, they may sharply reproue,
for who will not desire to hear that often, which comforts his heart? Yea, they may sharply reprove,
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and seuerely censure them, as impious and prophane, who are carelesse and negligent in hearing of Gods word.
and severely censure them, as impious and profane, who Are careless and negligent in hearing of God's word.
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Yea, they may reuererce the Minister, as Herode did Iohn Baptist: they may patronage, protect and countenance him;
Yea, they may reuererce the Minister, as Herod did John Baptist: they may patronage, Pact and countenance him;
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they may maintaine him, and be very bountifull toward him:
they may maintain him, and be very bountiful towards him:
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for •ho will not make much of him that d•th greatly comfort his heart? Yea,
for •ho will not make much of him that d•th greatly Comfort his heart? Yea,
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after they haue heard, they may talke and conferre of the doctrine among their familiar acquaintance:
After they have herd, they may talk and confer of the Doctrine among their familiar acquaintance:
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for who will not often talke of that which reioyceth his heart. Of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaketh.
for who will not often talk of that which rejoices his heart. Of the abundance of the heart, the Mouth speaks.
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All these thinges may be found in these hearers of the second sort, who notwithstanding are reckoned among vnfruitfull hearers.
All these things may be found in these hearers of the second sort, who notwithstanding Are reckoned among unfruitful hearers.
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See then what faire shewes an vnregenerate man may make, in heating of Gods word.
See then what fair shows an unregenerate man may make, in heating of God's word.
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And consider it seriously, that not onely the publike persecutors, bitter raylers, wilfull contemners, carelesse and forgetful hearers;
And Consider it seriously, that not only the public persecutors, bitter railers, wilful contemners, careless and forgetful hearers;
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but likewise some that loue and like the word, diligently attend it, and finde some comfort in it, may be out of the state of grace,
but likewise Some that love and like the word, diligently attend it, and find Some Comfort in it, may be out of the state of grace,
cc-acp av d cst n1 cc vvi dt n1, av-j vvb pn31, cc vvi d n1 p-acp pn31, vmb vbi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and kept backe from entring into heauen. A fearefull thing to consider;
and kept back from entering into heaven. A fearful thing to Consider;
cc vvd av p-acp vvg p-acp n1. dt j n1 pc-acp vvi;
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it should rowse vs out of security, and make vs looke well to the maner of our hearing.
it should rouse us out of security, and make us look well to the manner of our hearing.
pn31 vmd vvi pno12 av pp-f n1, cc vvb pno12 vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n-vvg.
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There be some who are nothing at all mooued with the worde, neither terrified with the threatnings and curses of the lawe,
There be Some who Are nothing At all moved with the word, neither terrified with the threatenings and curses of the law,
pc-acp vbi d r-crq vbr pix p-acp av-d vvn p-acp dt n1, av-dx vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f dt n1,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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nor comforted with the heauenly blessings, and sweete promises of the Gospell:
nor comforted with the heavenly blessings, and sweet promises of the Gospel:
ccx vvn p-acp dt j n2, cc j n2 pp-f dt n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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who•• wee may compare, as Christ did the I•wes, vnto little children, which sitte in the markets,
who•• we may compare, as christ did the I•wes, unto little children, which sit in the Markets,
n1 pns12 vmb vvi, c-acp np1 vdd dt n2, p-acp j n2, r-crq vvi p-acp dt n2,
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and call to their fellowes, and say; We haue piped vnto you, and you h••• not daunced:
and call to their Fellows, and say; We have piped unto you, and you h••• not danced:
cc vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi; pns12 vhb vvd p-acp pn22, cc pn22 n1 xx vvn:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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we haue mourned vnto you, and you haue not lamented. We sing both mercy and iudgement, and yet they are not moued.we have mourned unto you, and you have not lamented. We sing both mercy and judgement, and yet they Are not moved.
pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, cc pn22 vhb xx vvn. pns12 vvb d n1 cc n1, cc av pns32 vbr xx vvn.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Seeing Christ reck•••th them in the Catalogue of fruitlesse hear•rs, who are so moued, as they reioyce at the word:
Seeing christ reck•••th them in the Catalogue of fruitless hear•rs, who Are so moved, as they rejoice At the word:
vvg np1 vhz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vbr av vvn, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1:
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what is to be thought of them, who are no more touched, then if their hearts were of Adamant? If this ioy may be found in the vnregenerate, it will be hard to dis•erne who are regenerated.
what is to be Thought of them, who Are no more touched, then if their hearts were of Adamant? If this joy may be found in the unregenerate, it will be hard to dis•erne who Are regenerated.
r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f pno32, r-crq vbr dx av-dc vvn, av cs po32 n2 vbdr pp-f n1? cs d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbr vvn.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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It is a propertie of the regenerate to reioyce at the word. Dauid said; Thy testimonies haue I taken as on he•itage for eu•r:
It is a property of the regenerate to rejoice At the word. David said; Thy testimonies have I taken as on he•itage for eu•r:
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. np1 vvd; po21 n2 vhb pns11 vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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f•r they are thei• of mine h•art. f•r they Are thei• of mine h•art.
n1 pns32 vbr n1 pp-f po11 n1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The holy pe•••le of the Lord made great •o 〈 … 〉 like the wer•• which •izra & th• L•••••• ••au the them. The holy pe•••le of the Lord made great •o 〈 … 〉 like the wer•• which •izra & th• L•••••• ••au the them.
dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd j av 〈 … 〉 av-j dt n1 r-crq n1 cc n1 np1 n1 dt pno32.
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Those three tho••••and which were conne•ted by ••••y. Sermon, did re••iue his w•••d 〈 ◊ 〉. Those three tho••••and which were conne•ted by ••••y. Sermon, did re••iue his w•••d 〈 ◊ 〉.
d crd n1 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp av-j. n1, vdd vvi po31 n1 〈 sy 〉.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The Fu••uch conuerted by Phillip, & the •ayl•r conuerted by Paul, rec•••ed their d••trine with ioy of heart 〈 ◊ 〉 there no difference betwixt the regenerate •nd the vnregenerate in this their ioy? Indeed both of them receiue the word with ioy:
The Fu••uch converted by Philip, & the •ayl•r converted by Paul, rec•••ed their d••trine with joy of heart 〈 ◊ 〉 there no difference betwixt the regenerate •nd the unregenerate in this their joy? Indeed both of them receive the word with joy:
dt n1 vvn p-acp vvb, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, vvd po32 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 〈 sy 〉 a-acp dx n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 dt j p-acp d po32 n1? np1 d pp-f pno32 vvi dt n1 p-acp n1:
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yet there may be found great difference betwixt the ioy of the one, and the ioy of the other.
yet there may be found great difference betwixt the joy of the one, and the joy of the other.
av pc-acp vmb vbi vvn j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn.
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They differ in•h se foure things. 1. In the cause of it: and that is •••aith. And therefore Paul calleth it; The ioy of faith.
They differ in•h see foure things. 1. In the cause of it: and that is •••aith. And Therefore Paul calls it; The joy of faith.
pns32 vvb n1 vvi crd n2. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: cc cst vbz n1. cc av np1 vvz pn31; dt n1 pp-f n1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The ioy of the regenerate man ariseth from a instifying faith, whereby he beleeueth that all the promises of God in Christ, shall be performed to him in particular.
The joy of the regenerate man arises from a instifying faith, whereby he Believeth that all the promises of God in christ, shall be performed to him in particular.
dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 vvz p-acp dt vvg n1, c-crq pns31 vvz cst d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp j.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The vnregenerate hath onely a generall & historicall faith, whereby he certainely beleeueth that many shall be saued by grace in Christ, hath some doubtfull hope that he is one of the number, but no certaine assistance.
The unregenerate hath only a general & historical faith, whereby he Certainly Believeth that many shall be saved by grace in christ, hath Some doubtful hope that he is one of the number, but no certain assistance.
dt j vhz av-j dt n1 cc j n1, c-crq pns31 av-j vvz cst d vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vhz d j n1 cst pns31 vbz pi pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dx j n1.
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As, if there be many offenders in the same prison;
As, if there be many offenders in the same prison;
p-acp, cs pc-acp vbb d n2 p-acp dt d n1;
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one is certainely assured, that the King hath graunted pardon to a great number of them, hopeth that he is one, yet is not sure.
one is Certainly assured, that the King hath granted pardon to a great number of them, Hopes that he is one, yet is not sure.
pi vbz av-j vvn, cst dt n1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, vvz cst pns31 vbz pi, av vbz xx j.
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And another is assured that he is one of the number. Both of them will reioyce;
And Another is assured that he is one of the number. Both of them will rejoice;
cc n-jn vbz vvn cst pns31 vbz pi pp-f dt n1. av-d pp-f pno32 vmb vvi;
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yet there will be difference betwixt their ioy. 2. In the measure and degree: for the regenerate haue a greater measure of ioye then the vnregenerate.
yet there will be difference betwixt their joy. 2. In the measure and degree: for the regenerate have a greater measure of joy then the unregenerate.
av pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp po32 n1. crd p-acp dt n1 cc n1: c-acp dt j-vvn vhb dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cs dt j.
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The regenerate haue as great, or greater ioy in the word, then in any thing else whatsoeuer. Therefore Dau•d sayde;
The regenerate have as great, or greater joy in the word, then in any thing Else whatsoever. Therefore Dau•d said;
dt j-vvn vhb p-acp j, cc jc n1 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp d n1 av r-crq. av j vvd;
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I haue had as greate delight in the way of thy testimonies, as in all riches.
I have had as great delight in the Way of thy testimonies, as in all riches.
pns11 vhb vhn p-acp j vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, c-acp p-acp d n2.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The Lawe of thy mouth is better vnto mee, then thousands of gold and siluer. I reioyce at thy word, as one that findeth a great spotle. The Law of thy Mouth is better unto me, then thousands of gold and silver. I rejoice At thy word, as one that finds a great spotle.
dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 vbz jc p-acp pno11, av crd pp-f n1 cc n1. pns11 vvb p-acp po21 n1, c-acp pi cst vvz dt j vvb.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Their ioy is so great, that S. Peter saith; They re•oyce with ioy vnspeakable. It may be felt, it cannot be expressed.
Their joy is so great, that S. Peter Says; They re•oyce with joy unspeakable. It may be felt, it cannot be expressed.
po32 n1 vbz av j, cst n1 np1 vvz; pns32 vvb p-acp n1 j-u. pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn.
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The greatnesse of their ioy, Christ setteth forth by the exa•ple of a man, who finding a treasure hid in the fielde,
The greatness of their joy, christ sets forth by the exa•ple of a man, who finding a treasure hid in the field,
dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, np1 vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvg dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1,
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for ioy thereof departeth, and selleth all that he hath, and buy•th t•es •ld. But the ioy of the vnregenerate is nothing so great.
for joy thereof departeth, and Selleth all that he hath, and buy•th t•es •ld. But the joy of the unregenerate is nothing so great.
p-acp n1 av vvz, cc vvz d cst pns31 vhz, cc av vdz vvi. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz pix av j.
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They seld•• a•• 〈 … 〉 so great ioy in the worde, as in the world, but neuer greater.
They seld•• a•• 〈 … 〉 so great joy in the word, as in the world, but never greater.
pns32 n1 n1 〈 … 〉 av j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av-x jc.
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Th•ir worldly prosits, their earthly honours and preferments, their carnall pleasures, dee as much reioyce them,
Th•ir worldly profits, their earthly honours and preferments, their carnal pleasures, dee as much rejoice them,
j j n2, po32 j n2 cc n2, po32 j n2, zz p-acp d vvb pno32,
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and more comfort them, then the word can dee. 3. Their ioy d••reth in the cōpanions:
and more Comfort them, then the word can dee. 3. Their joy d••reth in the Sodales:
cc av-dc vvi pno32, cs dt n1 vmb pno21. crd po32 n1 vvz p-acp dt n2:
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for the ioy of the regenerate is neuer found alone, b•••• alwaies accompanied with many other holy affections.
for the joy of the regenerate is never found alone, b•••• always accompanied with many other holy affections.
c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvn vbz av-x vvn av-j, n1 av vvn p-acp d j-jn j n2.
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They so reioyce, as that they also feare and tremble in respec• of the Lords Maiestie, and their owne infirmitie. According as Dau•d exhorteth;
They so rejoice, as that they also Fear and tremble in respec• of the lords Majesty, and their own infirmity. According as Dau•d exhorteth;
pns32 av vvb, c-acp cst pns32 av vvb cc vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, cc po32 d n1. vvg p-acp j vvz;
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Reioyce with trembling. He himselfe reioyceth greatly: yet hee saith; My flesh trembleth for feare of thee, and I am afrayde of thy iudgements: Rejoice with trembling. He himself rejoices greatly: yet he Says; My Flesh Trembleth for Fear of thee, and I am afraid of thy Judgments:
vvb p-acp vvg. pns31 px31 vvz av-j: av pns31 vvz; po11 n1 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f pno21, cc pns11 vbm j pp-f po21 n2:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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yea the godly doe worke out their saluation with feare and trembling, when as the vnregenerate so reioyce,
yea the godly do work out their salvation with Fear and trembling, when as the unregenerate so rejoice,
uh dt j vdb vvi av po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc j-vvg, c-crq c-acp dt j av vvi,
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as that withall they are secure and presumptuous.
as that withal they Are secure and presumptuous.
c-acp cst av pns32 vbr j cc j.
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Againe, the regenerate so reioyce in the word, as they put great trust and sure confidence in God and his word.
Again, the regenerate so rejoice in the word, as they put great trust and sure confidence in God and his word.
av, dt j-vvn av vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvd j n1 cc j n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1.
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As, Dau•d, who said, I reioyce in God, because of his word:
As, Dau•d, who said, I rejoice in God, Because of his word:
p-acp, vvn, r-crq vvd, pns11 vvb p-acp np1, c-acp pp-f po31 n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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In God do • trust, I will not be afraide what man can doe vnto me.
In God do • trust, I will not be afraid what man can do unto me.
p-acp np1 vdb • vvb, pns11 vmb xx vbi j r-crq n1 vmb vdi p-acp pno11.
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I shall make answere to my blasphemers, for I trust in thy word. I shall make answer to my blasphemers, for I trust in thy word.
pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po11 n2, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp po21 n1.
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When they see no meanes for the performance of Gods promises, they will trust his word, which confidence•, often wanting in the vnregenerate, he will trust Gods word, no further then he see meanes for the accomplishment of it.
When they see no means for the performance of God's promises, they will trust his word, which confidence•, often wanting in the unregenerate, he will trust God's word, no further then he see means for the accomplishment of it.
c-crq pns32 vvb dx n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, pns32 vmb vvi po31 n1, r-crq n1, av vvg p-acp dt j, pns31 vmb vvi npg1 n1, av-dx av-jc cs pns31 vvb n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Moreou•r, the godly man so reioyceth in the word, as he loueth it aboue all things:
Moreou•r, the godly man so rejoices in the word, as he loves it above all things:
np1, dt j n1 av vvz p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d n2:
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Therfore did Dau•d say of himselfe, Oh how loue I thy law? it is my meditation continually.
Therefore did Dau•d say of himself, O how love I thy law? it is my meditation continually.
av vdd vvi vvb pp-f px31, uh q-crq n1 pns11 po21 n1? pn31 vbz po11 n1 av-j.
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And my delight shall be in thy commaundements which I haue loued: yea they so loue it, as they hate all things contratie vnto it.
And my delight shall be in thy Commandments which I have loved: yea they so love it, as they hate all things contratie unto it.
cc po11 n1 vmb vbi p-acp po21 n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn: uh pns32 av vvb pn31, c-acp pns32 vvb d n2 n1 p-acp pn31.
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I hate vaine inuentions, but thy law doe I loue, said the same holy man of God:
I hate vain Inventions, but thy law do I love, said the same holy man of God:
pns11 vvb j n2, cc-acp po21 n1 vdb pns11 vvb, vvd dt d j n1 pp-f np1:
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yea his eyes gushed out with riuers of water, because men kept not the law: his zeale did euen consume him, because his enemies had forgotten Gods word.
yea his eyes gushed out with Rivers of water, Because men kept not the law: his zeal did even consume him, Because his enemies had forgotten God's word.
uh po31 n2 vvd av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-acp n2 vvd xx dt n1: po31 n1 vdd av-j vvi pno31, c-acp po31 n2 vhd vvn npg1 n1.
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These affections cannot be found in the vnregenerate;
These affections cannot be found in the unregenerate;
np1 n2 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt j;
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If they sometime haue them, it is in a farre lesser measure. 4. Lastly, their ioy differeth in the countinance.
If they sometime have them, it is in a Far lesser measure. 4. Lastly, their joy differeth in the countenance.
cs pns32 av vhb pno32, pn31 vbz p-acp dt av-j jc n1. crd ord, po32 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1.
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The vnregenerate man reioyceth much at the first hearing and vnderstanding of the Gospell: afterward his ioy abateth.
The unregenerate man rejoices much At the First hearing and understanding of the Gospel: afterwards his joy abateth.
dt j n1 vvz d p-acp dt ord vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1: av po31 n1 vvz.
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Euen as the Israelites liked their Manna well, at the beginning, but loathed it within a while after.
Eve as the Israelites liked their Manna well, At the beginning, but loathed it within a while After.
np1 p-acp dt np2 vvd po32 n1 av, p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 a-acp.
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And as Iewes well haue reioyced in Iohn Baptists doctrine, for a season, but not long.
And as Iewes well have rejoiced in John Baptists Doctrine, for a season, but not long.
cc c-acp npg1 av vhb vvn p-acp np1 np1 n1, p-acp dt n1, cc-acp xx j.
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But the ioy of the regenerate continueth alwaies one and the same. In processe of time, it rather encreaseth then decreaseth.
But the joy of the regenerate Continueth always one and the same. In process of time, it rather increases then decreaseth.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn vvz av crd cc dt d. p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pn31 av-c vvz av vvz.
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Their faith groweth strong, their hope more stedfast, their outward man decayeth, their inward man is renewed daily:
Their faith grows strong, their hope more steadfast, their outward man decayeth, their inward man is renewed daily:
po32 n1 vvz j, po32 n1 av-dc j, po32 j n1 vvz, po32 j n1 vbz vvn av-j:
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their graces increase, and they continually find more experience of Gods fauour toward them in Christ,
their graces increase, and they continually find more experience of God's favour towards them in christ,
po32 n2 vvi, cc pns32 av-j vvi dc n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp np1,
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and therefore their ioy must needs be greater and greater.
and Therefore their joy must needs be greater and greater.
cc av po32 n1 vmb av vbi jc cc jc.
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The ioy of the vnregenerate is like to a violent motion, which is swifter at the beginning then at the end:
The joy of the unregenerate is like to a violent motion, which is swifter At the beginning then At the end:
dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz av-j p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz jc p-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n1:
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but the ioy of the regenerate, is like to a naturall motion, which is as swift or swifter at the end then at the beginning.
but the joy of the regenerate, is like to a natural motion, which is as swift or swifter At the end then At the beginning.
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, vbz av-j p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz a-acp j cc jc p-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n1.
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Besides this, the ioy of the godly continueth as well in aduersitie as in prosperitie: as well in persecutiō as in peace.
Beside this, the joy of the godly Continueth as well in adversity as in Prosperity: as well in persecution as in peace.
p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f dt j vvz a-acp av p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp n1: c-acp av p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp n1.
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Dauid in the midst of his afflictiōs could say, I reioyce in God because of his word. David in the midst of his afflictions could say, I rejoice in God Because of his word.
np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmd vvi, pns11 vvb p-acp np1 c-acp pp-f po31 n1.
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I will not feare, what flesh can do vnto me. It was his comfort in trouble, the Lords promise did thē quickē him:
I will not Fear, what Flesh can do unto me. It was his Comfort in trouble, the lords promise did them quicken him:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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yea when trouble & anguish was come vpon him, the Lords commandements were his delight. Christ promised such ioy to the Apostles, as no man could take from them. yea when trouble & anguish was come upon him, the lords Commandments were his delight. christ promised such joy to the Apostles, as no man could take from them.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Men did reuile them, did imprison them, did whip & scourge them, and cruelly persecute them, yet could they not take their ioy frō them.
Men did revile them, did imprison them, did whip & scourge them, and cruelly persecute them, yet could they not take their joy from them.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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They reioyced that they were accounted worthy to suffer for Christs sake, & did sing chearefully in prison,
They rejoiced that they were accounted worthy to suffer for Christ sake, & did sing cheerfully in prison,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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when their feet were made fast in the stockes. But it is not so with the vnregenerate hypocrites.
when their feet were made fast in the stocks. But it is not so with the unregenerate Hypocrites.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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A little persecution for the Gospell, will turne their ioy into sorrow.
A little persecution for the Gospel, will turn their joy into sorrow.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Euen these hearers who in the beginning of this verse, are said to receiue the word with ioy;
Eve these hearers who in the beginning of this verse, Are said to receive the word with joy;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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in the latter end of it, are said in the time of tentation to fall away.
in the latter end of it, Are said in the time of tentation to fallen away.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Seeing then there is such difference of ioy, doe not content your selues with such a ioy as may be found in the vnregenerate,
Seeing then there is such difference of joy, do not content your selves with such a joy as may be found in the unregenerate,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but secke for such ioy as is peculiar to Gods Saints.
but secke for such joy as is peculiar to God's Saints.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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2. The second properties in these hearers is this, they haue no rootes. Not as if they had no rootes at all,
2. The second properties in these hearers is this, they have no roots. Not as if they had no roots At all,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for then they should not grow at all:
for then they should not grow At all:
c-acp cs pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp d:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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they could not be said to fall away in time of tentation, they would presently wither away before tentation did come:
they could not be said to fallen away in time of tentation, they would presently wither away before tentation did come:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but the meaning is, that they haue no deepe rootes, they haue no such rootes as will seede them,
but the meaning is, that they have no deep roots, they have no such roots as will seed them,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and make them able to yeeld fruit:
and make them able to yield fruit:
cc vvi pno32 j pc-acp vvi n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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therfore are they resembled to rockie and stony ground which lacketh moysture, and will neither suffer corne sowne in it, to take any deepe rooting, nor to prosper long.
Therefore Are they resembled to rocky and stony ground which lacketh moisture, and will neither suffer corn sown in it, to take any deep rooting, nor to prosper long.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Rockes and great stones are oftentimes hid in the ground, and couered ouer with earth: And therefore the land there, is soft and moyst aboue, but hard and dry belowe.
Rocks and great stones Are oftentimes hid in the ground, and covered over with earth: And Therefore the land there, is soft and moist above, but hard and dry below.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And the corne sowne there, may sprout and growe for a while, but not long,
And the corn sown there, may sprout and grow for a while, but not long,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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if heate & drought doe come, it will be parched and wither away for lacke of moysture.
if heat & drought do come, it will be parched and wither away for lack of moisture.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Such is the case of some hearers, their hearts being mollified in part somewhat soft aboue,
Such is the case of Some hearers, their hearts being mollified in part somewhat soft above,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but very hard below toward the bottome, will not suffer the word to take any deepe rooting in them.
but very hard below towards the bottom, will not suffer the word to take any deep rooting in them.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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It may enter into their harts, yet it cannot pearce into the bottome of them. It may be some rooting, yet very ebbe and shallow.
It may enter into their hearts, yet it cannot pierce into the bottom of them. It may be Some rooting, yet very ebb and shallow.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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It may prosper for a while, and they make some profession of it, yet not long.
It may prosper for a while, and they make Some profession of it, yet not long.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And in regard hereof, they become vnprofitable hearers.
And in regard hereof, they become unprofitable hearers.
cc p-acp n1 av, pns32 vvb j-u n2.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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So as from hence we may obserue a double danger and inconuenience, of an heart that is not throughly mollified to the bottome:
So as from hence we may observe a double danger and inconvenience, of an heart that is not thoroughly mollified to the bottom:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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It both hindereth the rooting of the word, and also the fruitfulnes of it.
It both hindereth the rooting of the word, and also the fruitfulness of it.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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1. It hindereth the rooting of the word, so as it cannot possibly go deepe enough, the word should descend to the bottome of the heart,
1. It hindereth the rooting of the word, so as it cannot possibly go deep enough, the word should descend to the bottom of the heart,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and there take rooting, and be continually nourished with the moysture of it; but it cannot descend so farre, vnles it be throughly mollified.
and there take rooting, and be continually nourished with the moisture of it; but it cannot descend so Far, unless it be thoroughly mollified.
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Not onely they whose hearts are altogether hard, as was the hart of Pharaoh, when he heard Moses and Aaron; and the Scribes and Pharises when they heard Christ:
Not only they whose hearts Are altogether hard, as was the heart of Pharaoh, when he herd Moses and Aaron; and the Scribes and Pharisees when they herd christ:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but also they whose hearts are softened onely in part, are vnprofitable hearers:
but also they whose hearts Are softened only in part, Are unprofitable hearers:
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As not onely those rockes which be bare on the top, and altogether hard, and haue no manner of foyle and moysture aboue,
As not only those Rocks which be bore on the top, and altogether hard, and have no manner of foil and moisture above,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but likewise those which be couered with a litle moysture and earth aboue, but not much, are vnfit to receiue seede.
but likewise those which be covered with a little moisture and earth above, but not much, Are unfit to receive seed.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The one will not receiue the seede at all, nor suffer it to sprout, or shoote forth a blade;
The one will not receive the seed At all, nor suffer it to sprout, or shoot forth a blade;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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the other will cause it to sproute and shoote forth a blade, but neuer to beare a ripe eare.
the other will cause it to sprout and shoot forth a blade, but never to bear a ripe ear.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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So they who haue hearts altogether hardened, will not heare, or at least not receiue the word of God at all into any part of their hearts,
So they who have hearts altogether hardened, will not hear, or At least not receive the word of God At all into any part of their hearts,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but those who haue hearts partly soft, and partly hard, may receiue the word, and retaine it for a time,
but those who have hearts partly soft, and partly hard, may receive the word, and retain it for a time,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but will neuer bring forth the fruites of it.
but will never bring forth the fruits of it.
cc-acp vmb av-x vvi av dt n2 pp-f pn31.
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Wherefore the holy Ghost saith in the Psalmes, and it is applyed by the Apostle, to the hearers of the Gospell, To day if ye will heare his voyce, harden not your hearts.
Wherefore the holy Ghost Says in the Psalms, and it is applied by the Apostle, to the hearers of the Gospel, To day if you will hear his voice, harden not your hearts.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Because the hard hearted can neuer he are the word of God, so reuerently and effectually as they ought to doe: Because the hard hearted can never he Are the word of God, so reverently and effectually as they ought to do:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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the Lord biddeth vs not to harden, but to soften our hearts, if we will heare his voyce.
the Lord bids us not to harden, but to soften our hearts, if we will hear his voice.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The harder the heart is, the more vnprofitable shall be the hearing: the softer the heart is, the more profitable shall the hearing be.
The harder the heart is, the more unprofitable shall be the hearing: the Softer the heart is, the more profitable shall the hearing be.
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Againe, this hardnes will cause men to deny the word in time of tentation.
Again, this hardness will cause men to deny the word in time of tentation.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The moysture and softnes aboue, is the cause of receiuing the word with ioy, and beleeuing for a time:
The moisture and softness above, is the cause of receiving the word with joy, and believing for a time:
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but the hardnes and drinesie below, is the cause of reuolting afterward.
but the hardness and drinesie below, is the cause of revolting afterwards.
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When Gods hand was heauie on Pharoh, he somewhat relented, humbled himselfe, and confessed his sinne,
When God's hand was heavy on Pharaoh, he somewhat relented, humbled himself, and confessed his sin,
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but as soone as it was remoued, here-turned with the dogge to his vomit, and became as obstinate as euer he was before.
but as soon as it was removed, here-turned with the dog to his vomit, and became as obstinate as ever he was before.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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So if a mans heart be mollified onely in part, he may relent while he heares the word,
So if a men heart be mollified only in part, he may relent while he hears the word,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and may embrace it with peace, but in time of persecution, may grow as hard as euer he was before:
and may embrace it with peace, but in time of persecution, may grow as hard as ever he was before:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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euen as yron is soft, in some measure, while it is in the fire, but becommeth hard againe when it is cold.
even as iron is soft, in Some measure, while it is in the fire, but becomes hard again when it is cold.
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Let vs not therefore content our selues with an vpper softening, but see that our hearts be softened to the very bottome, that they may melt like waxe at the fire, as good king Iosiahs heart did,
Let us not Therefore content our selves with an upper softening, but see that our hearts be softened to the very bottom, that they may melt like wax At the fire, as good King Josiahs heart did,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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when he heard the lawe read. I knowe that none of our hearts are so lost as they should be.
when he herd the law read. I know that none of our hearts Are so lost as they should be.
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But if thou fee-lest thine owne hardnes, doest mislike it, desirest earnestly that it may be more and more mollified,
But if thou fee-lest thine own hardness, dost mislike it, Desirest earnestly that it may be more and more mollified,
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and doest vse all good meanes for the further mollifying of it:
and dost use all good means for the further mollifying of it:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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thy heart either is alreadie, or shall be within a while, so softened, as it may receiue the word profitably to thy saluatiō.
thy heart either is already, or shall be within a while, so softened, as it may receive the word profitably to thy salvation.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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If Goates blood being warme, can soften the hard Adamant, doubt not but the blood of Christ can sufficiently mollifie thy heart,
If Goats blood being warm, can soften the hard Adamant, doubt not but the blood of christ can sufficiently mollify thy heart,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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though it were as hard as a rocke.
though it were as hard as a rock.
cs pn31 vbdr c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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If thou pray earnestly vnto God, to take away the stony heart of thy body, and to giue thee an heart of flesh, be assured that he will performe it, seeing he hath promised it by his holy Prophet.
If thou pray earnestly unto God, to take away the stony heart of thy body, and to give thee an heart of Flesh, be assured that he will perform it, seeing he hath promised it by his holy Prophet.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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3. Let vs now come to the third propertie of these hearers. They belieue for a time.
3. Let us now come to the third property of these hearers. They believe for a time.
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Mathew and Marke say, they endure for a season, that, it they endure in their with out a while.Matthew and Mark say, they endure for a season, that, it they endure in their with out a while.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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They doe belieue, yet not long. But it is to be considered what kinde of faith this is.
They do believe, yet not long. But it is to be considered what kind of faith this is.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Though the Papists teach that there is but onely one kinde of faith, yet may we find many seuerall & distinct kindes thereof in the holy scriptures. There befoure kindes of faith.
Though the Papists teach that there is but only one kind of faith, yet may we find many several & distinct Kinds thereof in the holy Scriptures. There befoure Kinds of faith.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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One is proper and peculiar to Gods elect, and to the regenerate. The rest are common both to the elect and the reprobate.
One is proper and peculiar to God's elect, and to the regenerate. The rest Are Common both to the elect and the Reprobate.
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That which is proper and peculiar to the elect, is a true iustifying faith, whereby a man doth apprehend and apply to himselfe, all the promises of God in Christ,
That which is proper and peculiar to the elect, is a true justifying faith, whereby a man does apprehend and apply to himself, all the promises of God in christ,
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and all the merits of Christ, for the pardon of his sinne, and the saluation of his soule.
and all the merits of christ, for the pardon of his sin, and the salvation of his soul.
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This is called by S. Paul, the faith of Gods Elect, because onely they, and all they be endued with it. This is called by S. Paul, the faith of God's Elect, Because only they, and all they be endued with it.
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And therefore it is said, that as many as were orduned to eternall life, beleened.
And Therefore it is said, that as many as were orduned to Eternal life, beleened.
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Though all of them doe not receiue it at the same time, but some sooner, s•me later,
Though all of them do not receive it At the same time, but Some sooner, s•me later,
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yet is there not any of the I 〈 ◊ 〉, but at one time or other, they doe receiue it.
yet is there not any of thee I 〈 ◊ 〉, but At one time or other, they do receive it.
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This is called an vnfayned faith, or a faith without dissimulation or hypo•••e, because it is not counterfaited,
This is called an unfeigned faith, or a faith without dissimulation or hypo•••e, Because it is not counterfeited,
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and is a faith in deed and in truth:
and is a faith in deed and in truth:
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and is seated not in the tongues or the head, but in the bottome of the heart.
and is seated not in the tongues or the head, but in the bottom of the heart.
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This faith is said to purifie the heart, and is called the faith of the Saints,
This faith is said to purify the heart, and is called the faith of the Saints,
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because none haue it, but those who be sanctified.
Because none have it, but those who be sanctified.
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By this faith are we now iustified without the workes of the law, and by this, must we be saued as the Apostle proueth at large in his Epistles.
By this faith Are we now justified without the works of the law, and by this, must we be saved as the Apostle Proves At large in his Epistles.
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But this is not the faith here spoken of. But this is not the faith Here spoken of.
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Againe, there be other kindes of faith, which be common both to the Elect and reprobate.
Again, there be other Kinds of faith, which be Common both to the Elect and Reprobate.
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And these are either extraordinarie or ordinarie. Extraordinarie, as the faith of working miracles, whereof the Apostle speaketh, saying;
And these Are either extraordinary or ordinary. Extraordinary, as the faith of working Miracles, whereof the Apostle speaks, saying;
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If I had all faith so that I could remoue mountaines, and had not loue, I were nothing. If I had all faith so that I could remove Mountains, and had not love, I were nothing.
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Iudus the childe of perdition had this faith, as well as the rest of the Apostles,Judah the child of perdition had this faith, as well as the rest of the Apostles,
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for he wrought miracles as well as they. And many shall say to Christ, haue not we in thy name cast out diuells,
for he wrought Miracles as well as they. And many shall say to christ, have not we in thy name cast out Devils,
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and by thy name done many great miracles? to whom he shall answere, I neuer knew you, depart from me, ye workers of iniquitic.
and by thy name done many great Miracles? to whom he shall answer, I never knew you, depart from me, you workers of iniquitic.
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This was extraordinarie, giuen to some fewe, at the first preaching of the Gospell, but hath ceased long agoe.
This was extraordinary, given to Some few, At the First preaching of the Gospel, but hath ceased long ago.
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The ordinary kindes of faith, which may be found in the reprobate, are two in number.
The ordinary Kinds of faith, which may be found in the Reprobate, Are two in number.
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The one is called an hystoricall, the other a temporarie faith. The one I say is called an hystoricall faith: The one is called an historical, the other a temporary faith. The one I say is called an historical faith:
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or a dogmaticall, because it is a bare knowledge, and acknowledgment of the historie of the scriptures,
or a dogmatical, Because it is a bore knowledge, and acknowledgment of the history of the Scriptures,
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and of the things written therein, concerning God, his workes, his promises, and concerning Christ, his merites and benefites:
and of the things written therein, Concerning God, his works, his promises, and Concerning christ, his merits and benefits:
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without any apprehension of the things knowne and acknowledged. This is the faith whereby men beleeue Moses and his writings.
without any apprehension of the things known and acknowledged. This is the faith whereby men believe Moses and his writings.
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This is the faith which Paul would needes fasten on Agrippa ▪ to beleeue the Prophets. This is the faith which Paul would needs fasten on Agrippa ▪ to believe the prophets.
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This is not fides qua credimus in deum, sed qua credimus deo, id est crede•e vera esse quae loquitur.
This is not fides qua Credimus in God, sed qua Credimus God, id est crede•e vera esse Quae loquitur.
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It is not the faith whereby we belieue in God, but the faith whereby we belieue God; It is not the faith whereby we believe in God, but the faith whereby we believe God;
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that is, whereby we belieue all things to be true which he speaketh. And so differeth very much from a iustifying faith.
that is, whereby we believe all things to be true which he speaks. And so differeth very much from a justifying faith.
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This faith is sound in the vnregenerate.
This faith is found in the unregenerate.
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They may belieue all things to be true, which are written, though they little regard them:
They may believe all things to be true, which Are written, though they little regard them:
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yea this faith is in the diuells: for they belieue and tremble, as Iames teacheth.
yea this faith is in the Devils: for they believe and tremble, as James Teaches.
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And therefore those Atheists, those prophane and obstinate scoffers against religion, which will not belieue the scriptures,
And Therefore those Atheists, those profane and obstinate scoffers against Religion, which will not believe the Scriptures,
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nor acknowledge the truth of the things therein reuealed, are worse then the diuels.
nor acknowledge the truth of the things therein revealed, Are Worse then the Devils.
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And if they be worse then diuells of hell, they must needes be farre from entring into heauen.
And if they be Worse then Devils of hell, they must needs be Far from entering into heaven.
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The other kind of common faith, is termed a temporary faith, which is a certaine ape of iustifying faith,
The other kind of Common faith, is termed a temporary faith, which is a certain ape of justifying faith,
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yet is not the same, for although it goe some degrees beyond an historicall faith,
yet is not the same, for although it go Some Degrees beyond an historical faith,
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yet it comes short of a iustifying faith, not onely in regard of sinceritie, and manner of apprehension,
yet it comes short of a justifying faith, not only in regard of sincerity, and manner of apprehension,
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but also in regard of the efficacie in internall and externall actes, and in regard of the time of continuance.
but also in regard of the efficacy in internal and external acts, and in regard of the time of Continuance.
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This is called a temporary faith, not onely for distinction sake, to put a difference betwixt it and other kinds,
This is called a temporary faith, not only for distinction sake, to put a difference betwixt it and other Kinds,
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but also because it continueth but for a time as appeareth by this place. For this is the faith here spoken of.
but also Because it Continueth but for a time as appears by this place. For this is the faith Here spoken of.
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And although some Papists laugh at the very name which we giue it, as if it were a new coyned tearme,
And although Some Papists laugh At the very name which we give it, as if it were a new coined term,
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yet you see it is grounded on this text.
yet you see it is grounded on this text.
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And they might also haue seene it taught by others, if either they had read the writings of the ancient, or their malice against vs, had not blinded their eyes. Augustine giues the tytle:
And they might also have seen it taught by Others, if either they had read the writings of the ancient, or their malice against us, had not blinded their eyes. Augustine gives the title:
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and Bernard doth not onely giue it the like tytle, in calling it sides sicla, and comparing it to earthen vessells that are easily broken but likewise distinguisheth if frō the dead faith which is without good workes:
and Bernard does not only give it the like title, in calling it sides sicla, and comparing it to earthen vessels that Are Easily broken but likewise Distinguisheth if from the dead faith which is without good works:
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and from the tryed faith, which endureth to the end. And also describeth it at large, by the very words of this my text.
and from the tried faith, which Endureth to the end. And also Describeth it At large, by the very words of this my text.
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This faith was in these Iewes, who by the sight of Christs miracles at Ierusalem, beleeued in him.
This faith was in these Iewes, who by the sighed of Christ Miracles At Ierusalem, believed in him.
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They are said to beleeue in his name, and so doubt were perswaded, & did acknowledge that he was the Messiah to come: They Are said to believe in his name, and so doubt were persuaded, & did acknowledge that he was the Messiah to come:
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yet Iesus did commit himselfe vnto them, because he know them all, and what was in them.
yet Iesus did commit himself unto them, Because he know them all, and what was in them.
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If he had seene a sound and permanent faith in them, no doubt he would haue trusted them,
If he had seen a found and permanent faith in them, no doubt he would have trusted them,
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but because he saw their faith was neither sound nor constant, he would not trust them, he foresaw that for all their present pro•ession, they might forsake him afterward as the Capernaites did.
but Because he saw their faith was neither found nor constant, he would not trust them, he foresaw that for all their present pro•ession, they might forsake him afterwards as the Capernaum did.
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The faith also was in Simon Magus, who though before he had bene a notorious sorcerer,
The faith also was in Simon Magus, who though before he had be a notorious sorcerer,
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yet hearing Philip preach, did beleeue, and was baptized, and continued with Philip, as a professour of the Gospell,
yet hearing Philip preach, did believe, and was baptised, and continued with Philip, as a professor of the Gospel,
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and wondered when he saw the great miracles which were wrought, yet when he would afterward haue bought the gifts of the holy Ghost for money,
and wondered when he saw the great Miracles which were wrought, yet when he would afterwards have bought the Gifts of the holy Ghost for money,
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and haue made a marchandise of them;
and have made a merchandise of them;
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Peter told him that he had neither part nor fellowship in that busines, that his heart was not right in the sight of God, that he was in the gall of bitternes,Peter told him that he had neither part nor fellowship in that business, that his heart was not right in the sighed of God, that he was in the Gall of bitterness,
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and in the bond of iniquitie.
and in the bound of iniquity.
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And after that (if we may giue credit to humane writings and Ecclesiasticall hystories) hee became a sorcerer againe, And After that (if we may give credit to humane writings and Ecclesiastical histories) he became a sorcerer again,
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and an open enemie to Peter and the rest of the Apostles, and in a fearefull manner died at Rome.
and an open enemy to Peter and the rest of the Apostles, and in a fearful manner died At Room.
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This faith was in Iudas one of the twelue, he vnderstood the misterie of the Gospell, professed himselfe an Apostle of Christ, preached the Gospell as well as other Apostles,
This faith was in Iudas one of the twelue, he understood the mystery of the Gospel, professed himself an Apostle of christ, preached the Gospel as well as other Apostles,
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and for a long time was of honest behauiour, yet Christ called him a diuell, and the childe of perdition:
and for a long time was of honest behaviour, yet christ called him a Devil, and the child of perdition:
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Afterward he betrayed his Maister for money, and then hanged himselfe through desperation.
Afterwards he betrayed his Master for money, and then hanged himself through desperation.
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This faith was also in those who fell into the vnrecouerable sinne against the holy Ghost,
This faith was also in those who fell into the unrecoverable sin against the holy Ghost,
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for they were enlightened, had a taste of the heauenly gift, were partakers of the holy Ghost, and tasted of the good word of God,
for they were enlightened, had a taste of the heavenly gift, were partakers of the holy Ghost, and tasted of the good word of God,
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and of the powers of the world to come.
and of the Powers of the world to come.
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And yet they so sel away, as they could not be renewed by repentance, did crucifie againe the senne of God,
And yet they so sell away, as they could not be renewed by Repentance, did crucify again the son of God,
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and made a mocke of him.
and made a mock of him.
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And this faith haue many others, who heare the word acknowledge the truth of it, hope to be saued by it, make profession of it, liue in outward obedience,
And this faith have many Others, who hear the word acknowledge the truth of it, hope to be saved by it, make profession of it, live in outward Obedience,
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and receiue the Sacraments, and yet in time of persecution proue Apostataes.
and receive the Sacraments, and yet in time of persecution prove Apostates.
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But that you may the better discerne the nature of this faith, I will note the seuerall degrees of it,
But that you may the better discern the nature of this faith, I will note the several Degrees of it,
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for thereby you may clearely see how faire it doth agree with an historicall & a iustifying faith,
for thereby you may clearly see how fair it does agree with an historical & a justifying faith,
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and how faire it doth differ from them both. There be sixe degrees of it. 1. The first degree is illumination and knowledge.
and how fair it does differ from them both. There be sixe Degrees of it. 1. The First degree is illumination and knowledge.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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These beleeuers haue a knowledge of Gods word, especially in the chiefest poyn•s of Gods will and worship:
These believers have a knowledge of God's word, especially in the chiefest poyn•s of God's will and worship:
np1 n2 vhb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, av-j p-acp dt js-jn n2 pp-f n2 vmb cc n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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in the fundamentall points of mans redemption, and in the most necessary points of mans luetic.
in the fundamental points of men redemption, and in the most necessary points of men luetic.
p-acp dt j n2 pp-f ng1 n1, cc p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f ng1 n1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Iudas could not haue beene a Preacher of the Gospell, vnlesse he had knowne these things:Iudas could not have been a Preacher of the Gospel, unless he had known these things:
np1 vmd xx vhi vbn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pns31 vhd vvn d n2:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Christ would not haue sent him to teach these things to others, if him selfe had beene ignorant of them.
christ would not have sent him to teach these things to Others, if him self had been ignorant of them.
np1 vmd xx vhi vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n2-jn, cs pno31 n1 vhd vbn j pp-f pno32.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Those which fell away to the fearefull sinne against the holy Ghost, were before enlightned. Vnlesse men know the truth, they cannot beleeue it.
Those which fell away to the fearful sin against the holy Ghost, were before enlightened. Unless men know the truth, they cannot believe it.
d r-crq vvd av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, vbdr a-acp vvn. cs n2 vvb dt n1, pns32 vmbx vvi pn31.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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How shall they beleeue except they haue heard? And herein this faith a•reeth both with an historicall and a iustifying faith. Christ sayd of the Apostles;
How shall they believe except they have herd? And herein this faith a•reeth both with an historical and a justifying faith. christ said of the Apostles;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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They haue knowne surely that I came out from thee, and haue beleeued that thou hast sent me. They have known surely that I Come out from thee, and have believed that thou hast sent me.
pns32 vhb vvn av-j cst pns11 vvd av p-acp pno21, cc vhb vvn cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Knowledge is the first step and degree to each kinde of faith.
Knowledge is the First step and degree to each kind of faith.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And therefore those who be ignorant of the principles of Religion, come so farre short of a true sauing and iustifying faith, that as yet they haue not attayned to an hystoricall or temporary faith. 2. The second degree is an assent to the truth of the Gospell.
And Therefore those who be ignorant of the principles of Religion, come so Far short of a true Saving and justifying faith, that as yet they have not attained to an historical or temporary faith. 2. The second degree is an assent to the truth of the Gospel.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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They are infallibly perswaded that the whole doctrine of the Gospell is true, and euery part of it;
They Are infallibly persuaded that the Whole Doctrine of the Gospel is true, and every part of it;
pns32 vbr av-j vvn cst dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j, cc d n1 pp-f pn31;
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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& that it teacheth vs the right way to heauen: and that all things therin contained, shal certainely be accomplished;
& that it Teaches us the right Way to heaven: and that all things therein contained, shall Certainly be accomplished;
cc cst pn31 vvz pno12 dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1: cc cst d n2 av vvn, vmb av-j vbi vvn;
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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both for the condemnation of vnbeleeuers, and for the saluation of beleeuers. In regard hereof Christ saith;
both for the condemnation of unbelievers, and for the salvation of believers. In regard hereof christ Says;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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He that receiueth his testimonie, hath sealed that God is true. As Paul sayde; I consent to the Law that it is good. So this beleeuer will say; He that receiveth his testimony, hath sealed that God is true. As Paul said; I consent to the Law that it is good. So this believer will say;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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I consent to the Gospel that it is good. Yea, he will auouch with the same Apostle;
I consent to the Gospel that it is good. Yea, he will avouch with the same Apostle;
pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vbz j. uh, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt d n1;
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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This is a true saying, and worthy by all meanes to be receiued, that Christ Iesus came into the world to saue sinners. This is a true saying, and worthy by all means to be received, that christ Iesus Come into the world to save Sinners.
d vbz dt j n-vvg, cc j p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Herein also this faith agreeth with an hystoricall & a iustifying faith.
Herein also this faith agreeth with an historical & a justifying faith.
av av d n1 vvz p-acp dt j cc dt vvg n1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And therefore those who in their hearts wil not assent to the truth of the gospel, are meere Infidels:
And Therefore those who in their hearts will not assent to the truth of the gospel, Are mere Infidels:
cc av d r-crq p-acp po32 n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr j n2:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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though they liue in the Church, yet they haue no faith at al. 3. A third degree is, that he hath a des•re in his heart of the pardon of his sin,
though they live in the Church, yet they have no faith At all 3. A third degree is, that he hath a des•re in his heart of the pardon of his since,
cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, av pns32 vhb dx n1 p-acp d crd dt ord n1 vbz, cst pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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& of the saluation of his soule, through the mercy of God, & merits of Christ.
& of the salvation of his soul, through the mercy of God, & merits of christ.
cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n2 pp-f np1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Euen as Balaam desired to dye the death of the righteous:
Eve as balaam desired to die the death of the righteous:
np1 p-acp np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and that his las•end might be like vnto his, though he had no care to liue the life of the righteous, and that his las•end might be like unto his, though he had no care to live the life of the righteous,
cc d po31 n1 vmd vbi j p-acp png31, cs pns31 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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nor prepare himselfe for death, as the righteous man doth.
nor prepare himself for death, as the righteous man does.
ccx vvb px31 p-acp n1, c-acp dt j n1 vdz.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And as the people of the Iewes, who followed Christ from place to place, whō they hard him speak of the bread which cōmeth from heauen, & giueth life to the world, desired him euermore to giue that bread.
And as the people of the Iewes, who followed christ from place to place, whom they hard him speak of the bred which comes from heaven, & gives life to the world, desired him evermore to give that bred.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And yet many of them afterward fell from him.
And yet many of them afterwards fell from him.
cc av d pp-f pno32 av vvd p-acp pno31.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Yea moreouer, they which haue this faith, may not onely haue this desire in their hearts,
Yea moreover, they which have this faith, may not only have this desire in their hearts,
uh av, pns32 r-crq vhb d n1, vmb xx av-j vhi d n1 p-acp po32 n2,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but may also expresse it by prayer to God Almightie, and by vsing the meanes of saluation.
but may also express it by prayer to God Almighty, and by using the means of salvation.
cc-acp vmb av vvi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 j-jn, cc p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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They may seek to enter in at the straight gate, and shall not be able. As Christ saith many shall doe.
They may seek to enter in At the straight gate, and shall not be able. As christ Says many shall do.
pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc vmb xx vbi j. p-acp np1 vvz d vmb vdi.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Herein they go beyond those that haue onely an hystoricall faith:
Herein they go beyond those that have only an historical faith:
av pns32 vvb p-acp d cst vhb av-j dt j n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for many haue it, yet contemne Christ and his merits, neuer seeke for saluation by him, rather feare him then loue him:
for many have it, yet contemn christ and his merits, never seek for salvation by him, rather Fear him then love him:
c-acp d vhb pn31, av vvb np1 cc po31 n2, av-x vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, av-c vvb pno31 av vvi pno31:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and with the Diuels, beleeue and tremble. Yet herein they come short of them who haue a iustifying faith:
and with the Devils, believe and tremble. Yet herein they come short of them who have a justifying faith:
cc p-acp dt n2, vvb cc vvi. av av pns32 vvb j pp-f pno32 r-crq vhb dt vvg n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for their desire is not so earnest, nor so constant, nor so effectuall. Not so earnest;
for their desire is not so earnest, nor so constant, nor so effectual. Not so earnest;
p-acp po32 n1 vbz xx av j, ccx av j, ccx av j. xx av j;
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for the desire of the elect is vehement and very earnest:
for the desire of the elect is vehement and very earnest:
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvn vbz j cc j n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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set foorth by hungring & thirsting, which are vehement and strong appetites in them that haue long wanted meate and drinke:
Set forth by hungering & thirsting, which Are vehement and strong appetites in them that have long wanted meat and drink:
vvb av p-acp j-vvg cc vvg, r-crq vbr j cc j n2 p-acp pno32 cst vhb av-j vvn n1 cc vvi:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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yea, the strongest desires that can be found in man: but these men haue a desire in a lesser measure.
yea, the Strongest Desires that can be found in man: but these men have a desire in a lesser measure.
uh, dt js n2 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1: cc-acp d n2 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt jc n1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Neither is their desire so constant:
Neither is their desire so constant:
av-d vbz po32 n1 av j:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for it comes but by fits, and may soone be gone againe, like to lightning, which is a sudden flash, and soone gone.
for it comes but by fits, and may soon be gone again, like to lightning, which is a sudden flash, and soon gone.
c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp p-acp n2, cc vmb av vbi vvn av, av-j p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1, cc av vvn.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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But the desire of the other, is like the light of the Sunne, which is permanent.
But the desire of the other, is like the Light of the Sun, which is permanent.
p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz j.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Their desire may be quenched, before they haue fully obtayned the thing desired:
Their desire may be quenched, before they have Fully obtained the thing desired:
po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp pns32 vhb av-j vvn dt n1 vvd:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but the desire of the other can neuer be satisfyed, till they be assured that they haue gotten the thing they wanted.
but the desire of the other can never be satisfied, till they be assured that they have got the thing they wanted.
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn vmb av-x vbi vvn, c-acp pns32 vbb vvn cst pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pns32 vvd.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Nor yet is it so effectuall in vsing the meanes of saluation, with such care, diligence, painefulnesse, and constancie.
Nor yet is it so effectual in using the means of salvation, with such care, diligence, painfulness, and constancy.
ccx av vbz pn31 av j p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1, n1, n1, cc n1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The one sort think no paines too great, no labour too long: the other thinke lesse will serue the turne:
The one sort think no pains too great, no labour too long: the other think less will serve the turn:
dt crd n1 vvi dx n2 av j, dx n1 av av-j: dt n-jn vvi dc n1 vvi dt n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and therefore leaue off, or lessen their labour in vsing the meanes, before they haue gotten sauing grace for their soules. 4. The fourth degree is this:
and Therefore leave off, or lessen their labour in using the means, before they have got Saving grace for their Souls. 4. The fourth degree is this:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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They may haue an apprehension of Christ and his benefites, an inward feeling of some grace,
They may have an apprehension of christ and his benefits, an inward feeling of Some grace,
pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, dt j n-vvg pp-f d n1,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and a perswasion of Gods fauour in Christ.
and a persuasion of God's favour in christ.
cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp np1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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So they are sayde to taste of the heauenly gift, and to taste of the good word of God, and to be partakers of the holy Ghost, as was shewed before.
So they Are said to taste of the heavenly gift, and to taste of the good word of God, and to be partakers of the holy Ghost, as was showed before.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Which wordes must needes import a particular apprehension, and an inward cense of some good receiued, and some fauour expected.
Which words must needs import a particular apprehension, and an inward cense of Some good received, and Some favour expected.
r-crq n2 vmb av vvi dt j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f d j vvn, cc d n1 vvn.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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As some of the Israelites tasted of the fruites of the Land of Canaan, did thereby perceiue what a good Land it was,
As Some of the Israelites tasted of the fruits of the Land of Canaan, did thereby perceive what a good Land it was,
p-acp d pp-f dt np1 vvn pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vdd av vvi r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbds,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and conceiued some hope of enioying it; and yet neuer enioyed the Land, but perished in the wildernesse.
and conceived Some hope of enjoying it; and yet never enjoyed the Land, but perished in the Wilderness.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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So these beleeuers may haue a taste of heauenly gifts, and an hope of enioying euerlasting glory,
So these believers may have a taste of heavenly Gifts, and an hope of enjoying everlasting glory,
av d n2 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f vvg j n1,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and yet perish in the end.
and yet perish in the end.
cc av vvb p-acp dt n1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And indeed these beleeuers could not haue receiued the word with such ioy as was spoken of before,
And indeed these believers could not have received the word with such joy as was spoken of before,
cc av d n2 vmd xx vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp d n1 a-acp vbds vvn pp-f p-acp,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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vnlesse they had an apprehension of Gods fauour, and some sense of grace in their hearts.
unless they had an apprehension of God's favour, and Some sense of grace in their hearts.
cs pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Yet herein doe they greatly differ from the regenerate. 1. In the seat, and so in the synceritie of these graces;
Yet herein do they greatly differ from the regenerate. 1. In the seat, and so in the sincerity of these graces;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for these beleeuers hearts are as stony ground, they cannot receiue the worde into the bottome of their hearts,
for these believers hearts Are as stony ground, they cannot receive the word into the bottom of their hearts,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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nor suffer the rootes of it to goe deepe enough; and so their faith & graces are not rooted in the bottome of the heart,
nor suffer the roots of it to go deep enough; and so their faith & graces Are not rooted in the bottom of the heart,
ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi av-jn av-d; cc av po32 n1 cc n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but sticke in the superficies or vpper part of it. All things in them are superficiall, and they full of hypocrisie.
but stick in the superficies or upper part of it. All things in them Are superficial, and they full of hypocrisy.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Whereas the iustifying faith, and the sauing graces of the regenerate, are like a solide body, hauing three dimensions, length, breadth and depth;
Whereas the justifying faith, and the Saving graces of the regenerate, Are like a solid body, having three dimensions, length, breadth and depth;
cs dt vvg n1, cc dt vvg n2 pp-f dt j-vvn, vbr av-j dt j n1, vhg crd n2, n1, n1 cc n1;
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and do possesse the deepest and lowest parte of the heart. 2. In the reason and ground of this their apprehension.
and do possess the Deepest and lowest part of the heart. 2. In the reason and ground of this their apprehension.
cc vdb vvi dt js-jn cc js n1 pp-f dt n1. crd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po32 n1.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And so it is nothing but vaine presumption: for it is built vpon false and mistaken grounds:
And so it is nothing but vain presumption: for it is built upon false and mistaken grounds:
cc av pn31 vbz pix cc-acp j n1: c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j cc j-vvn n2:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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they take the shadow for the substance;
they take the shadow for the substance;
pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1;
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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doe ouerweene their owne graces, and take their faith to be vnfayned, their repentance to be sound,
do overween their own graces, and take their faith to be unfeigned, their Repentance to be found,
vdb vvi po32 d n2, cc vvi po32 n1 pc-acp vbi j, po32 n1 pc-acp vbi j,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and their regeneration to be effectuall: when indeede they are not.
and their regeneration to be effectual: when indeed they Are not.
cc po32 n1 pc-acp vbi j: c-crq av pns32 vbr xx.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And so they are like vnto beggers, who in their sleepe dreame that they are become very rich. 3. In the measure:
And so they Are like unto beggars, who in their sleep dream that they Are become very rich. 3. In the measure:
cc av pns32 vbr av-j p-acp n2, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 n1 cst pns32 vbr vvn av j. crd p-acp dt n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and therefore their apprehension of heauenly things, is compared to tasting, because the heart doth as it were,
and Therefore their apprehension of heavenly things, is compared to tasting, Because the heart does as it were,
cc av po32 n1 pp-f j n2, vbz vvn p-acp vvg, c-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp pn31 vbdr,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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but with the tip of the tongue, lightly taste these spirituall things, and doth not feed on them.
but with the tip of the tongue, lightly taste these spiritual things, and does not feed on them.
cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j vvi d j n2, cc vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Look what difference there is betwixt Cookes and others that taste meat before it be serued vp to the table,
Look what difference there is betwixt Cooks and Others that taste meat before it be served up to the table,
n1 r-crq n1 a-acp vbz p-acp n2 cc n2-jn cst vvb n1 p-acp pn31 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1,
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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& the guests that eat the same at the table:
& the guests that eat the same At the table:
cc dt n2 cst vvb dt d p-acp dt n1:
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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the same difference there is betwixt the vngenerate & the regenerate, touching the measure of grace which they receiue.
the same difference there is betwixt the ungenerate & the regenerate, touching the measure of grace which they receive.
dt d n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt j cc dt j-vvn, vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 vvb.
(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Though the regenerate do here receiue but the first fruits of the spirit, do know in part,
Though the regenerate doe Here receive but the First fruits of the Spirit, do know in part,
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and prophesie in part, & beleeue in part, & find no perfection in thēselues;
and prophesy in part, & believe in part, & find no perfection in themselves;
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yet haue they a greater measure then the vnregenerate. 4. In the sense & iudgement of their want.
yet have they a greater measure then the unregenerate. 4. In the sense & judgement of their want.
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The one wanteth more, and yet doth lesse discerne his want:
The one Wants more, and yet does less discern his want:
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like the Angel of Laodicea, who thought he was rich, wh•̄ •e was poore, miserable & naked.
like the Angel of Laodicea, who Thought he was rich, wh• •e was poor, miserable & naked.
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The other wanteth lesse, and doth better discerne his want: and therefore will say with that man in the Gospell;
The other Wants less, and does better discern his want: and Therefore will say with that man in the Gospel;
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I doe beleeue, Lord helpe my vnbeleefe. And with the Apostles; I do believe, Lord help my unbelief. And with the Apostles;
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Lord encrease our faith. Yea, the one like a Pharisie, is proude of that which hee thinketh he hath; Lord increase our faith. Yea, the one like a Pharisee, is proud of that which he Thinketh he hath;
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the other is humbled, by knowing what he wanteth.
the other is humbled, by knowing what he Wants.
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The one contenteth himselfe with that which he hath, groweth secure, and laboureth not to better his estate:
The one contents himself with that which he hath, grows secure, and Laboureth not to better his estate:
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the other striueth to grow in grace, as he groweth in yeeres. 5. The fift degree of this temporary faith, is outwarde profession of the Gospell.
the other strives to grow in grace, as he grows in Years. 5. The fift degree of this temporary faith, is outward profession of the Gospel.
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A man may haue an hystoricall or dogmaticall faith, yet neuer make profession of it. As many of the chiefe Ruler, among the Iewe, beleeued in Christ;
A man may have an historical or dogmatical faith, yet never make profession of it. As many of the chief Ruler, among the Iewe, believed in christ;
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but because of the Pha•is•es did not confesse him.
but Because of the Pha•is•es did not confess him.
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But they who haue this temporary faith, do professe Christ as long as they keepe it.
But they who have this temporary faith, do profess christ as long as they keep it.
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So did Iudas: he called Christ his Master, did follow him, was content to acknowledge himselfe to be one of his Apostles,
So did Iudas: he called christ his Master, did follow him, was content to acknowledge himself to be one of his Apostles,
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and at his sending, to go abroad to preach the Gospell.
and At his sending, to go abroad to preach the Gospel.
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So did Simon Magus: he was baptized into the Name of Christ, and continued with Philip as a Disciple of Christ.
So did Simon Magus: he was baptised into the Name of christ, and continued with Philip as a Disciple of christ.
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And so doe all those, who be called, and not chosen. 6. The last degree of this temporary faith, is outward obedience vnto the Gospell. And so do all those, who be called, and not chosen. 6. The last degree of this temporary faith, is outward Obedience unto the Gospel.
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This was likewise in Iudas. His cariage was so honest among the Apostles, all the time of Christs passion, that when Christ told them, that one of them should betray him, they did not suspect him any more then any of the rest:
This was likewise in Iudas. His carriage was so honest among the Apostles, all the time of Christ passion, that when christ told them, that one of them should betray him, they did not suspect him any more then any of the rest:
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yea, euery one did as much suspect him selfe as Iudas: and therefore euery one sayd;
yea, every one did as much suspect him self as Iudas: and Therefore every one said;
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Master is it I? Yea, they caused Iohn, who then leaned on Iesus brest, to aske him who it was.
Master is it I? Yea, they caused John, who then leaned on Iesus breast, to ask him who it was.
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And Christ did manifest him, by giuing him a soppe, before they could tell who it was.
And christ did manifest him, by giving him a sop, before they could tell who it was.
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And so this faith doeth farre excell that dead faith, whereof S. Iames speaketh, which is destitute of good works.
And so this faith doth Far excel that dead faith, whereof S. James speaks, which is destitute of good works.
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Yet euen in this respect is it much inferior to a true iustifying faith. Yet even in this respect is it much inferior to a true justifying faith.
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In regard of outward obedience, they differ three wayes. 1. In the cause or fountaine whence it proceedeth.
In regard of outward Obedience, they differ three ways. 1. In the cause or fountain whence it Proceedeth.
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The obedience of the one proceedeth from an heart which hath the corruption of it suppressed and restrayned, but not mortifyed:
The Obedience of the one Proceedeth from an heart which hath the corruption of it suppressed and restrained, but not mortified:
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and the affections builded, but not changed by regeneration. But the obedience of the other, proceedes from a pure heart and a good conscience:
and the affections built, but not changed by regeneration. But the Obedience of the other, proceeds from a pure heart and a good conscience:
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the corruption whereof is not onely repressed and kept vnder, but likewise mortifyed: and the affections not onely brydeled, but also changed by regeneration.
the corruption whereof is not only repressed and kept under, but likewise mortified: and the affections not only bridled, but also changed by regeneration.
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Yea, and the man himselfe is in Christ become a new creature. 2. In the measure:
Yea, and the man himself is in christ become a new creature. 2. In the measure:
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for the one may yeeld obedience in many things, yet seldome in all things:
for the one may yield Obedience in many things, yet seldom in all things:
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he vsually taketh libertie to liue in some one grosse sinne or other, eyther openly or secretly.
he usually Takes liberty to live in Some one gross sin or other, either openly or secretly.
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As Herode did many things which Iohn Baptist taught him, yet continued still his whoredome: hee would not put away his brothers wife, though he was taught so to doe.
As Herod did many things which John Baptist taught him, yet continued still his whoredom: he would not put away his Brother's wife, though he was taught so to do.
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But the other is carefull to avoyde all manner of sinnes whatsoeuer, and to performe all duties alike; But the other is careful to avoid all manner of Sins whatsoever, and to perform all duties alike;
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knowing that if hee faile in one point, hee is guiltie of all.
knowing that if he fail in one point, he is guilty of all.
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And though sometime he fall by infirmitie, yet he lyeth not long, he riseth againe by repentance. 3. In the continuance: And though sometime he fallen by infirmity, yet he lies not long, he Riseth again by Repentance. 3. In the Continuance:
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for the one continueth not l•ng in his innocencie;
for the one Continueth not l•ng in his innocence;
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at last by one occasion or other, his corruption will breake forth, and carry him to some grosse sinne or damnable apostacie.
At last by one occasion or other, his corruption will break forth, and carry him to Some gross sin or damnable apostasy.
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Iudas for a while liued ciuilly, but at last was drawne through couetousnesse to betray his Maister.Iudas for a while lived civilly, but At last was drawn through covetousness to betray his Master.
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Simon Magus for couetousnesse would haue bought and solde the giftes of the holy Ghost: and beeing reprooued for that fault, became a notorious apostate.Simon Magus for covetousness would have bought and sold the Gifts of the holy Ghost: and being reproved for that fault, became a notorious apostate.
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And therefore the righteousnesse of such, is fitly resembled to the morning deaw, which is dryed vp and gone, And Therefore the righteousness of such, is fitly resembled to the morning dew, which is dried up and gone,
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as soone as the Sunne ascendeth on high. But the other perseuereth in his vprightnesse vnto the ende:
as soon as the Sun Ascendeth on high. But the other persevereth in his uprightness unto the end:
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hee hath a good begining and a good ending.
he hath a good beginning and a good ending.
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Euen as Iob, who neither by the suggestions of Sathan, nor by the losse of his goods,
Eve as Job, who neither by the suggestions of Sathan, nor by the loss of his goods,
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nor death of his children, nor diseases of his body, nor aduise of his wife, nor vncharitable censures of his friends, coulde bee induced to sinne against God.
nor death of his children, nor diseases of his body, nor advise of his wife, nor uncharitable censures of his Friends, could be induced to sin against God.
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Now then, seeing heereby you may discerne what this faith is, & how it differeth from a sauing faith;
Now then, seeing hereby you may discern what this faith is, & how it differeth from a Saving faith;
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examine your selues of your faith, to see whether it be this or no:
examine your selves of your faith, to see whither it be this or no:
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& doe not content your selues with such a faith as is not able to saue your soules.
& do not content your selves with such a faith as is not able to save your Souls.
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Aboue all things, see that you haue a special application & inward renouation; for therein consisteth the very life and soule of sauing faith.
Above all things, see that you have a special application & inward renovation; for therein Consisteth the very life and soul of Saving faith.
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As you haue seene the nature and degrees of this faith, so now see the continuance: for it is here sayd; They beleeue for a time.
As you have seen the nature and Degrees of this faith, so now see the Continuance: for it is Here said; They believe for a time.
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A while they receiue this faith, not alwayes: they lose it in the end. As they are hypocrites, for want of synceritie in the bottome of their hearts;
A while they receive this faith, not always: they loose it in the end. As they Are Hypocrites, for want of sincerity in the bottom of their hearts;
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so likewise are they temporizers, for want of continuance in their courses.
so likewise Are they temporizers, for want of Continuance in their courses.
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The Rhemistes in their marginall notes on these wordes, would haue this to be obserued against the heretikes (as it pleaseth them to terme vs,) that say, Faith once had cannot be lost:
The Rheumatics in their marginal notes on these words, would have this to be observed against the Heretics (as it Pleases them to term us,) that say, Faith once had cannot be lost:
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and that he which now hath not faith, neuer had. and that he which now hath not faith, never had.
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Bellarmine and other Papists alleadge this place, to prooue, that true faith once had, may be quite lost. Bellarmine and other Papists allege this place, to prove, that true faith once had, may be quite lost.
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But we answere, that the faith whereof Christ heere speaketh, may be quite lost, so as a man which once had it, may want it afterward: But we answer, that the faith whereof christ Here speaks, may be quite lost, so as a man which once had it, may want it afterwards:
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yet Christ doth not here speake of the true iustifying faith of Gods elect, but of the temporary faith, which may be in the reprobate: as hath beene shewed before.
yet christ does not Here speak of the true justifying faith of God's elect, but of the temporary faith, which may be in the Reprobate: as hath been showed before.
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And this is apparant out of the words of the text:
And this is apparent out of the words of the text:
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For the persons who thus beleeue, are compared to stony ground, who by reason of the hardnesse of their hearts, are no more able to bring forth fruite,
For the Persons who thus believe, Are compared to stony ground, who by reason of the hardness of their hearts, Are no more able to bring forth fruit,
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then stony ground is able to yeelde a good croppe of corne.
then stony ground is able to yield a good crop of corn.
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God forbidde that wee should imagine that any of the elect in the state of grace, should be no better then these.
God forbid that we should imagine that any of the elect in the state of grace, should be no better then these.
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In the 15. verse Christ speaketh of them;
In the 15. verse christ speaks of them;
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resembleth them to good ground, and sayeth they heare the word with a good and honest heart, do keepe it,
resembles them to good ground, and Saith they hear the word with a good and honest heart, do keep it,
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and bring forth fruit with patience.
and bring forth fruit with patience.
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Againe, the persons here spoken of are sayd to want rootes, and so their graces are like corne sowne on the top of a rocke, which wanteth depth of earth to send downe and feede the rootes.
Again, the Persons Here spoken of Are said to want roots, and so their graces Are like corn sown on the top of a rock, which Wants depth of earth to send down and feed the roots.
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Now dare they say that true justifying faith wanteth rootes? or is it in any mans heart where it hath nothing to grow vpon? Doeth not the Apostle teach, that they in whose hearts Christ doth dwell by faith, are rooted and grounded in loue.
Now Dare they say that true justifying faith Wants roots? or is it in any men heart where it hath nothing to grow upon? Doth not the Apostle teach, that they in whose hearts christ does dwell by faith, Are rooted and grounded in love.
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And that they who haue receiued Christ Iesus the Lord, are rooted and built in him, and stablished in the faith.
And that they who have received christ Iesus the Lord, Are rooted and built in him, and established in the faith.
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True iustifying faith is the roote of all vertues, on which they grow, and from which they receiue life, nourishment, & efficacy.
True justifying faith is the root of all Virtues, on which they grow, and from which they receive life, nourishment, & efficacy.
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Augustine said of Abrahams offering of his sonne; I commend the fruit of the good worke: Augustine said of Abrahams offering of his son; I commend the fruit of the good work:
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but I acknowledge the roote in faith. but I acknowledge the root in faith.
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And shall we then say that it hath no rootes it selfe? Certaine it is, that a true iustifying faith once had, can neuer be lost:
And shall we then say that it hath no roots it self? Certain it is, that a true justifying faith once had, can never be lost:
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for it is called a stedfast faith in Iesus Christ. for it is called a steadfast faith in Iesus christ.
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It belongeth to that calling, and is one of those giftes of God which are without repentance. And so it hath beene reckoned long a•oe by that ancient Father Augustine, and thereby proued neuer to fayle.
It belongeth to that calling, and is one of those Gifts of God which Are without Repentance. And so it hath been reckoned long a•oe by that ancient Father Augustine, and thereby proved never to fail.
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By this faith we are iustifyed, as the Apostle plainely and often teacheth:
By this faith we Are justified, as the Apostle plainly and often Teaches:
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and our aduersaries cannot denie, though they hold that we are not iust fyed by it alone. and our Adversaries cannot deny, though they hold that we Are not just fyed by it alone.
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Now if we be iustif••d we shall also be glorifi•d. Yea whosoeuer thus beleeueth, shall not be confounded.
Now if we be iustif••d we shall also be glorifi•d. Yea whosoever thus Believeth, shall not be confounded.
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The Saintes doe keepe this faith in the hottest persecution that can befall them.
The Saints do keep this faith in the hottest persecution that can befall them.
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And therefore in describing the cruell tyrannie, and grieuous pers•cution, vnder the greate beaste which opened his mouth to blaspheme GOD and his Tabernacle, And Therefore in describing the cruel tyranny, and grievous pers•cution, under the great beast which opened his Mouth to Blaspheme GOD and his Tabernacle,
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and them that dwell in heauen, and made warre against the Saints, led many into captiuitie,
and them that dwell in heaven, and made war against the Saints, led many into captivity,
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and killed many with the sword. The holy Ghost breaketh forth into these speeches; Here is the patience, and the faith of the Saints:
and killed many with the sword. The holy Ghost breaks forth into these Speeches; Here is the patience, and the faith of the Saints:
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because the Saints doe not loose but keepe and expresse their patience and faith in such afflictions.
Because the Saints do not lose but keep and express their patience and faith in such afflictions.
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Neyther can Sathan by his tentations depriue them of faith: as appeareth in the example of Peter. Sathan desired to winnow him as wheate:
Neither can Sathan by his tentations deprive them of faith: as appears in the Exampl of Peter. Sathan desired to winnow him as wheat:
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yet for his comfort, Christ told him that hee had prayed for him, that his faith might not fayle.
yet for his Comfort, christ told him that he had prayed for him, that his faith might not fail.
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Christs prayer was not in vaine. Hee at another time acknowledged to his Father, that he heard him alwaies.
Christ prayer was not in vain. He At Another time acknowledged to his Father, that he herd him always.
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And therefore though Peter did afterwardes fall most grieuously in denying his Maister, and that with an oathe, and with curfing himselfe:
And Therefore though Peter did afterwards fallen most grievously in denying his Master, and that with an oath, and with curfing himself:
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yet did hee not loose his faith. It remayned in his heart, though hee did not professe it with his mouth.
yet did he not lose his faith. It remained in his heart, though he did not profess it with his Mouth.
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Neyther could this be a singular prerogatiue to Peter: for Chri•t hath as well prayed for others as for him:
Neither could this be a singular prerogative to Peter: for Chri•t hath as well prayed for Others as for him:
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not onely for all the Apostles, but likewise for all those that should beleeue in him through their word.
not only for all the Apostles, but likewise for all those that should believe in him through their word.
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And therefore in the midst of all afflictions and tentations, they shall be kept constant in faith. And Therefore in the midst of all afflictions and tentations, they shall be kept constant in faith.
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Hee who gaue them faith, will make them to continue their faith: as he who made them good, will make them continue in goodnes.
He who gave them faith, will make them to continue their faith: as he who made them good, will make them continue in Goodness.
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He is so faithfull, that he will not suffer them to be tempted aboue that which they be able to beare, He is so faithful, that he will not suffer them to be tempted above that which they be able to bear,
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but will giue then the issue with the tentation. Their faith may be assaulted, but not destroyed; weakened, but not wasted; ecclipsed, but not extinguished:
but will give then the issue with the tentation. Their faith may be assaulted, but not destroyed; weakened, but not wasted; eclipsed, but not extinguished:
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hidde and couered as the Sunne vnder a cloude, and fire raked vnder the ashes, but not abolished.
hid and covered as the Sun under a cloud, and fire raked under the Ashes, but not abolished.
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The act of it may be lost for a time, but not the habite:
The act of it may be lost for a time, but not the habit:
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for if their faith may fayle, and they perish, why did the Apostle say, that after they beleeued, they were seal•d with the holy spirit of promise, which is the earnest of our inheritance,
for if their faith may fail, and they perish, why did the Apostle say, that After they believed, they were seal•d with the holy Spirit of promise, which is the earnest of our inheritance,
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vntill the red•mption of the possession purchasedly Christ? And how is it true, that they are kept by the power of God through faith vnto salu•tion? until the red•mption of the possession purchasedly christ? And how is it true, that they Are kept by the power of God through faith unto salu•tion?
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And if iustifying faith may not be lost, then it is certaine, that if any fall away, and vtterly loose their faith, they neuer had it.
And if justifying faith may not be lost, then it is certain, that if any fallen away, and utterly lose their faith, they never had it.
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Diuers of Christs Disciples did seeme to beleeue in him, yet afterward forsooke him: and thereupon he said to them, there are some of you that beleeue not.
Diverse of Christ Disciples did seem to believe in him, yet afterwards forsook him: and thereupon he said to them, there Are Some of you that believe not.
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And the Euangelist addeth a reason, for Iesus knewe from the beginning which they were that beleeued not, and who should betray him.
And the Evangelist adds a reason, for Iesus knew from the beginning which they were that believed not, and who should betray him.
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As if there were some of his Disciples that beleeued, and some beleeued not, namely those that tooke offence at his doctrine, and forsooke him; as also Iudas the traitour.
As if there were Some of his Disciples that believed, and Some believed not, namely those that took offence At his Doctrine, and forsook him; as also Iudas the traitor.
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Euen while they followed Christ, they wanted this faith.
Eve while they followed christ, they wanted this faith.
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Doth not S. Iohn say of reuolters, they went out from vs, because they were not of vs;
Does not S. John say of revolters, they went out from us, Because they were not of us;
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for if they had bene of vs, they should haue continued with vs. Who then doe fall away from the Church, for if they had be of us, they should have continued with us Who then do fallen away from the Church,
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but only those, who indeed were neuer of the Church:
but only those, who indeed were never of the Church:
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were in it, but not of it? And who are they that liue in the Church and be not of it? but those that want a true justifying faith,
were in it, but not of it? And who Are they that live in the Church and be not of it? but those that want a true justifying faith,
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for by it we are made members of Christ, and incorporated into his mysticall body, the Church.
for by it we Are made members of christ, and incorporated into his mystical body, the Church.
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But as for the faith spoken of in this my text, it may be lost,
But as for the faith spoken of in this my text, it may be lost,
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yea it is of such a nature, that seldome it is kept to the end of a mans life.
yea it is of such a nature, that seldom it is kept to the end of a men life.
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Inward tentation by the diuell, or outward persecution by men, may rob the owners of it.
Inward tentation by the Devil, or outward persecution by men, may rob the owners of it.
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It is like to corne growing in the house top:
It is like to corn growing in the house top:
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which may flourish for a while in the spring time, but in heate and drought of summer will wither away.
which may flourish for a while in the spring time, but in heat and drought of summer will wither away.
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And herein consisteth a maine difference betwixt iustifying, and temporary faith: the one is perpetuall, the other for a time.
And herein Consisteth a main difference betwixt justifying, and temporary faith: the one is perpetual, the other for a time.
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And no maruaile thogh it continue not long, seeing it is built on temporary causes,
And no marvel though it continue not long, seeing it is built on temporary Causes,
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namely these three. 1. It ariseth from curiositie, for these beleeuers will heare, and learne, receiue and professe the Gospell for the newnes of it.
namely these three. 1. It arises from curiosity, for these believers will hear, and Learn, receive and profess the Gospel for the newness of it.
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As the Iewes retoyced for a time in Iohns light, especially for the noueltie of it.
As the Iewes retoyced for a time in Iohns Light, especially for the novelty of it.
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And as the Athenians, would heare Paul preach, and would know the meaning of his doctrine, because as they said, he brought certaine strāge things to their eares.
And as the Athenians, would hear Paul preach, and would know the meaning of his Doctrine, Because as they said, he brought certain strange things to their ears.
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And they gaue thēselues to nothing but to tell and heare some newes.
And they gave themselves to nothing but to tell and hear Some news.
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Bernard noted diuers sorts of persōs who desired knowledge of heauenly matters, & seueral ends for which they desired it. Bernard noted diverse sorts of Persons who desired knowledge of heavenly matters, & several ends for which they desired it.
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And the first was of thē, who desired knowledge onely for this end, that they might know, and this is fowle curiositie.
And the First was of them, who desired knowledge only for this end, that they might know, and this is fowl curiosity.
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Now you know that a wonder lasteth not lóg.
Now you know that a wonder lasteth not lóg.
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They who haue curious heads and itching eares after noueltie, will not long like the same thing,
They who have curious Heads and itching ears After novelty, will not long like the same thing,
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but as the Israelites at the first liked their Manna, because it was a strange kind of meate,
but as the Israelites At the First liked their Manna, Because it was a strange kind of meat,
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but afterward loathed it, whē they had bene a while fed with it.
but afterwards loathed it, when they had be a while fed with it.
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So these men at the first hearing of the Gospell, for the strangenes of the doctrine, may admire it, receiue it with ioy,
So these men At the First hearing of the Gospel, for the strangeness of the Doctrine, may admire it, receive it with joy,
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and professe the faith thereof, and yet afterward waxe wearie of it. 2. It often ariseth from pride and vaineglory:
and profess the faith thereof, and yet afterwards wax weary of it. 2. It often arises from pride and vainglory:
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Because others doe condemne the enemies of the Gospell, but doe like and lou•; honour and commend those that beleeue it, & professe it, & liue accordingly:
Because Others do condemn the enemies of the Gospel, but do like and lou•; honour and commend those that believe it, & profess it, & live accordingly:
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they to get credit & honour among men, will professe the faith of Christ, & submit themselues to his holy Gospel.
they to get credit & honour among men, will profess the faith of christ, & submit themselves to his holy Gospel.
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Euē as the Pharisies did fast and pray, and giue almes, to be seene and praised of men. Even as the Pharisees did fast and pray, and give alms, to be seen and praised of men.
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These persons as Bernard said, desire knowledge, that themselues may be knowne:
These Persons as Bernard said, desire knowledge, that themselves may be known:
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and this is foolish vanitie, which men cannot escape, the girding taunt of the scoffing Satyricke.
and this is foolish vanity, which men cannot escape, the girding taunt of the scoffing Satyric.
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Scire tumnihil est, nisi te scire hoc, sc•at alter. It doth thee nought auayle to knowe, vnles thy knowledge others knowe. Scire tumnihil est, nisi te Scire hoc, sc•at alter. It does thee nought avail to know, unless thy knowledge Others know.
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Those that embrace and professe religion for this end, cannot continue constant.
Those that embrace and profess Religion for this end, cannot continue constant.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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If the time should come, that true Christians should be reuiled, and euill spoken of, should be made as the filth of the world,
If the time should come, that true Christians should be reviled, and evil spoken of, should be made as the filth of the world,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and the offcouring of all things as the Apostles were: these men would renounce their faith. 3. It often proceedeth from couetousnes:
and the offcouring of all things as the Apostles were: these men would renounce their faith. 3. It often Proceedeth from covetousness:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for the getting and keeping of wealth and riches, that they may clime vp to high preferment in the world.
for the getting and keeping of wealth and riches, that they may climb up to high preferment in the world.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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As appeareth in those, who sought out Christ, and followed him from place to place, not so much for the miracles which they had seene,
As appears in those, who sought out christ, and followed him from place to place, not so much for the Miracles which they had seen,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and doctrine which they had heard: as for the loaues whereof they had eaten, and wherwith they were filled.
and Doctrine which they had herd: as for the loaves whereof they had eaten, and wherewith they were filled.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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There be others saith Bernard, who deserue knowledge, that they may sell it for money, for honour, and this is filthy lucre.
There be Others Says Bernard, who deserve knowledge, that they may fell it for money, for honour, and this is filthy lucre.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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There be other two ends, whereat some doe aime, for some desire knowledge, that they may edifie others, and this is charitie:
There be other two ends, whereat Some do aim, for Some desire knowledge, that they may edify Others, and this is charity:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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some desire knowledge, that themselues may be edified: and this is wisedome. And these are to be allowed, but all other ends are to be condemned.
Some desire knowledge, that themselves may be edified: and this is Wisdom. And these Are to be allowed, but all other ends Are to be condemned.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Those that professe Christ for worldly profit, are not Christians, but marchants of Christ, as Ignatius tearmeth them: Those that profess christ for worldly profit, Are not Christians, but Merchants of christ, as Ignatius termeth them:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And will professe his Gospell, no longer then it may stand with worldly profit.
And will profess his Gospel, no longer then it may stand with worldly profit.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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As may be seene in Demas: who for a time, was such a professour of the faith, that S. Paul reckoned him in the Cathologue of the Saints, which saluted the Colossians. Yet Paul afterward thus wrote of him, Demas hath forsaken me, and hath embraced this present world.
As may be seen in Demas: who for a time, was such a professor of the faith, that S. Paul reckoned him in the Catalogue of the Saints, which saluted the colossians. Yet Paul afterwards thus wrote of him, Demas hath forsaken me, and hath embraced this present world.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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As an house will fall, if the foundation be remoued, and fire will goe out of it selfe, if fewell be withdrawne:
As an house will fallen, if the Foundation be removed, and fire will go out of it self, if fuel be withdrawn:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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so these mens faith will faile, if the Gospell bring no gaine but losse.
so these men's faith will fail, if the Gospel bring no gain but loss.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And seeing those temporizing professours haue these causes propounded to themselues, in hearing and receiuing the word, in beleeuing and professing it with ioy, their faith cannot be sincere,
And seeing those temporizing professors have these Causes propounded to themselves, in hearing and receiving the word, in believing and professing it with joy, their faith cannot be sincere,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for nothing is sincerely done, vnles it be done for Gods glory. And if it be not sincere, it cannot be sound and firme.
for nothing is sincerely done, unless it be done for God's glory. And if it be not sincere, it cannot be found and firm.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And both waies it differs from iustifying faith, for as it doth all things of sinceritie,
And both ways it differs from justifying faith, for as it does all things of sincerity,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for God himselfe, for Christ himselfe, for the spirituall and heauenly ben fites of Christ, as farre as humane infirmitie will permit:
for God himself, for christ himself, for the spiritual and heavenly ben fites of christ, as Far as humane infirmity will permit:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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so is it firme and constant, being built on such grounds as will not shrinke.
so is it firm and constant, being built on such grounds as will not shrink.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Do not therefore content your selues with this temporary faith, but seeke for that which will abide for euer:
Do not Therefore content your selves with this temporary faith, but seek for that which will abide for ever:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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as well in persecution as in peace; as well in time of tentation, as out of tentation;
as well in persecution as in peace; as well in time of tentation, as out of tentation;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for if your faith faile, Sathan will preuaile against you;
for if your faith fail, Sathan will prevail against you;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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your hope is gone, you loos the fauour of God, and the saluation of your owne soules:
your hope is gone, you loos the favour of God, and the salvation of your own Souls:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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you must be faithfull vnto death, if you will receiue the Crowne of life.
you must be faithful unto death, if you will receive the Crown of life.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Did not Christ commend Mary, for choosing the good part, which should neuer be taken away from her? Imitate her in your choyse of faith.
Did not christ commend Marry, for choosing the good part, which should never be taken away from her? Imitate her in your choice of faith.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The one will faile you, when you stand in most neede of it.
The one will fail you, when you stand in most need of it.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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As in the time of tentation, in the time of affliction, and at the houre of death.
As in the time of tentation, in the time of affliction, and At the hour of death.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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But the other will abide with you to comfort and strengthen you at all seasons, and against all the enemies of your saluation.
But the other will abide with you to Comfort and strengthen you At all seasons, and against all the enemies of your salvation.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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If once you get it, whether you liue long, or die soone, whether you be assaulted with many suggestions, or be free from tentation;
If once you get it, whither you live long, or die soon, whither you be assaulted with many suggestions, or be free from tentation;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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whether you passe away your daies in peace, or vnder the crosse, you shal be able at your last end, to say to the great comfort of your soules, with the Apostle, I haue fought a good fight, I haue finished my course, I haue kept the faith:
whither you pass away your days in peace, or under the cross, you shall be able At your last end, to say to the great Comfort of your Souls, with the Apostle, I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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henceforth is laid vp for me the crowne of righteousnes, which the Lord the righteous iudge, shall giue vnto me at that day. henceforth is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord the righteous judge, shall give unto me At that day.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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4 The fourth and last propertie of these hearers, is their reuolting, which is here set forth by the time or occasion,
4 The fourth and last property of these hearers, is their revolting, which is Here Set forth by the time or occasion,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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as also by the manner of it. First by the time and occasion, that is the time of tentation.
as also by the manner of it. First by the time and occasion, that is the time of tentation.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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There is a double tentation that doth befall men, the one is spirituall and inward: the other is corporall and outward.
There is a double tentation that does befall men, the one is spiritual and inward: the other is corporal and outward.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The spirituall and inward tentation is from the diuell. And therefore he is often called the tempter:
The spiritual and inward tentation is from the Devil. And Therefore he is often called the tempter:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and is said to tempt vs. And his suggestions and practises against vs are called tentations. and is said to tempt us And his suggestions and practises against us Are called tentations.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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The corporall and outward tentation is from men, who doe afflict vs, who doe hurt and persecute vs. And so all outward crosses, corporall afflictions, The corporal and outward tentation is from men, who do afflict us, who do hurt and persecute us And so all outward Crosses, corporal afflictions,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and bloody persecutiōs, are called tentations: that is trialls, because they try what men are, whether dissembling hypocrites, or sincere Christians;
and bloody persecutions, Are called tentations: that is trials, Because they try what men Are, whither dissembling Hypocrites, or sincere Christians;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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whether their faith be fained or vnfained: wauering or stedfast, little or great. And of this tentation, must this place be vnderstood:
whither their faith be feigned or unfeigned: wavering or steadfast, little or great. And of this tentation, must this place be understood:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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for in Mathew and Marke, it is called tributation and persecution for the word. Christ foresaw, that the hearers and professours of the Gospell, should afterward be graciously persecuted: for in Matthew and Mark, it is called tributation and persecution for the word. christ foresaw, that the hearers and professors of the Gospel, should afterwards be graciously persecuted:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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he therefore foretold what it should worke in this kind of hearers, it would cause them to reuolt.
he Therefore foretold what it should work in this kind of hearers, it would cause them to revolt.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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For the manner of it, it is said in Mathew and Marke, they are offended; and that by and by, and immediately:
For the manner of it, it is said in Matthew and Mark, they Are offended; and that by and by, and immediately:
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but here they goe away, they depart, will not stand to it, as men of courage, but shrinke and fall away.
but Here they go away, they depart, will not stand to it, as men of courage, but shrink and fallen away.
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And this commeth to passe by reason of their owne hardnes, as this parable declareth:
And this comes to pass by reason of their own hardness, as this parable Declareth:
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for as stony grounds mingled with some earth, are commonly hotte, and will cause the corne cast into them, to sprout and come vp very speedily: but will not suff;
for as stony grounds mingled with Some earth, Are commonly hot, and will cause the corn cast into them, to sprout and come up very speedily: but will not suff;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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er the rootes to goe any reasonable depth into the earth, there to be fed with moysture:
er the roots to go any reasonable depth into the earth, there to be fed with moisture:
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therfore in the dry season of summer, the blade of the corne will wither, together with the rootes.
Therefore in the dry season of summer, the blade of the corn will wither, together with the roots.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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So these men, though they haue some good motions and affections in their harts, & receiue the word with chearefulnes,
So these men, though they have Some good motions and affections in their hearts, & receive the word with chearefulnes,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and seeme to be very forward for a time, yet in time of persecution, all their goodnes will be dried vp:
and seem to be very forward for a time, yet in time of persecution, all their Goodness will be dried up:
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they will loose their first loue to the word, and fall from their former profession.
they will lose their First love to the word, and fallen from their former profession.
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They neuer did cleaue to Christ, with their whole hearts, and therefore are more easily drawne away.
They never did cleave to christ, with their Whole hearts, and Therefore Are more Easily drawn away.
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Men may fall away from Faith, eyther by errour and Heresie, or by sinne and wickednesse. By errour and heresie:
Men may fallen away from Faith, either by error and Heresy, or by sin and wickedness. By error and heresy:
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as did Hymeneus and Alexander, who made ship-wracke of Faith. As did Hymeneus and Phyletus• who erred concerning the Truth:
as did Hymenaeus and Alexander, who made shipwreck of Faith. As did Hymenaeus and Phyletus• who erred Concerning the Truth:
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Saying, that the Resurrection is already past, and did destroy the faith of many.
Saying, that the Resurrection is already past, and did destroy the faith of many.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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As did Nicholas, whom for his profession, was chosen for a Deacon, yet afterward became an Arch-hereticke;
As did Nicholas, whom for his profession, was chosen for a Deacon, yet afterwards became an Arch-heretic;
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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first Founder of the heresies of the Nicola•tanes. First Founder of the heresies of the Nicola•tanes.
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And as those did, of whome Saint Paul prophecyed, that in the later times Men shall departe from the Faith,
And as those did, of whom Saint Paul prophesied, that in the later times Men shall depart from the Faith,
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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and giue heede vnto spirites of Errors, and doctrines of Diuels. And as those that in former Ages, fell from the Truth, to the Heresies of Arrius, Pelagius, Nestorius, and other damnable Heretickes. and give heed unto spirits of Errors, and doctrines of Devils. And as those that in former Ages, fell from the Truth, to the Heresies of Arius, Pelagius, Nestorius, and other damnable Heretics.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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And as those that in the dayes of Queene Mary, did fall from the truth of the Gospell, formerly professed, to the Errours and Idolatrie of the Church of Rome.
And as those that in the days of Queen Marry, did fallen from the truth of the Gospel, formerly professed, to the Errors and Idolatry of the Church of Room.
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(4) commentary (DIV2)
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Againe, men may fall away by sinne and wickednesse in theyr liues, as those who put away a good Conscience.
Again, men may fallen away by sin and wickedness in their lives, as those who put away a good Conscience.
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As those who beginne in the spirite, but ende in the flesh. As those who turned backe after Satan.
As those who begin in the Spirit, but end in the Flesh. As those who turned back After Satan.
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As those who had escaped from the filthinesse of the world, through the knowledge of our Lorde and Sauiour IESVS CHRIST, are yet tangled againe therein, and ouercome:
As those who had escaped from the filthiness of the world, through the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour JESUS CHRIST, Are yet tangled again therein, and overcome:
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whose latter ende is worse then the beginning.
whose latter end is Worse then the beginning.
rg-crq d n1 vbz jc cs dt n1.
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Fulfilling the Prouerbe, The Dogge is returned to his owne Ʋomite, the Sowe that was washed, to the wallowing in the myre.
Fulfilling the Proverb, The Dog is returned to his own Ʋomite, the Sow that was washed, to the wallowing in the mire.
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Now these doe not fall away in part only, and for a time, as the Apostles did at Christs Passion, but wholly and perpetually. This a fearefull falling away.
Now these do not fallen away in part only, and for a time, as the Apostles did At Christ Passion, but wholly and perpetually. This a fearful falling away.
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Corporall relapses into naturall diseases, are not so dangerous to the body, as these relapses into errour and sinne, are dangerous to the soule.
Corporal relapses into natural diseases, Are not so dangerous to the body, as these relapses into error and sin, Are dangerous to the soul.
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For by them, men procure to themselues a double punishment: Poenam damni, & poenam sensus; A punishment of losse.
For by them, men procure to themselves a double punishment: Poenam damn, & poenam sensus; A punishment of loss.
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For they loose the rewarde of theyr former profession and obedience. If the Righteous forsake his righteousnes, and commit iniquitie, all his righteousnes shall be forgotten,
For they lose the reward of their former profession and Obedience. If the Righteous forsake his righteousness, and commit iniquity, all his righteousness shall be forgotten,
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and he shall die in his iniquitie, saith the Lord.
and he shall die in his iniquity, Says the Lord.
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Likewise a punishment of sense, and that so greeuous, as it had bene better for them neuer to haue knowne the way of righteousnes, thē after they haue knowne it, to turne away from the holy cōmandement giuen vnto them. Likewise a punishment of sense, and that so grievous, as it had be better for them never to have known the Way of righteousness, them After they have known it, to turn away from the holy Commandment given unto them.
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By their backsliding, they more dishonour God, and oftend others, then if they had neuer made any profession at all.
By their backsliding, they more dishonour God, and oftend Others, then if they had never made any profession At all.
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And therefore their punishment shall he greater, then if they had neuer knowne the Gospell. Here then see the danger of persecution, it driues many from Christ:
And Therefore their punishment shall he greater, then if they had never known the Gospel. Here then see the danger of persecution, it drives many from christ:
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Such is the disposition of some, as they will not suffer any thing for the Gospell:
Such is the disposition of Some, as they will not suffer any thing for the Gospel:
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they like and loue it, when it brings peace and prosperitie with it, but they bid it farewell, when it brings persecutiō.
they like and love it, when it brings peace and Prosperity with it, but they bid it farewell, when it brings persecution.
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Though Christ hath suffered much for them, yet will not they suffer any th•ng for him;
Though christ hath suffered much for them, yet will not they suffer any th•ng for him;
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they would •aine raigne with him, but they will not suffer with him nor for him.
they would •aine Reign with him, but they will not suffer with him nor for him.
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And therefore if they be called to beare the crosse, they will rather renounce the Gospell,
And Therefore if they be called to bear the cross, they will rather renounce the Gospel,
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then beare the waight of it.
then bear the weight of it.
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But let them know, that if they deny Christ or his word before men, he will deny them before his father in heauen:
But let them know, that if they deny christ or his word before men, he will deny them before his father in heaven:
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he that setteth his hand to the plough, and looketh backward, is vnfit for the kingdome of God.
he that sets his hand to the plough, and looks backward, is unfit for the Kingdom of God.
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Let vs arme our selues against this danger, that we may continue constant in the day of triall.
Let us arm our selves against this danger, that we may continue constant in the day of trial.
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Let not any crosses make vs weary of well doing, knowing that in due season we shall reape if we faint not And because persecution can neuer harme vs, Let not any Crosses make us weary of well doing, knowing that in due season we shall reap if we faint not And Because persecution can never harm us,
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if our hearts be good, let vs take heede, as we are exhorted by the Apostle,
if our hearts be good, let us take heed, as we Are exhorted by the Apostle,
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lest there be in any of vs, an euill heart, and vnfaithfull to depart away frō the liuing God,
lest there be in any of us, an evil heart, and unfaithful to depart away from the living God,
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but exhort one another daily, lest any be hardened with the deceitfulnes of sin.
but exhort one Another daily, lest any be hardened with the deceitfulness of since.
cc-acp vvb crd j-jn j, cs d vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
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If any of your hearts be not yet mollified, so as the word of God cannot take deepe rooting in the bottome of them, troubles for the Gospell, can no sooner befall you, then you will renounce it:
If any of your hearts be not yet mollified, so as the word of God cannot take deep rooting in the bottom of them, Troubles for the Gospel, can no sooner befall you, then you will renounce it:
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but if your hearts bee throughly mollified, if the word take deepe rooting and worke iustifying faith in you, neither tribulation nor anguish,
but if your hearts be thoroughly mollified, if the word take deep rooting and work justifying faith in you, neither tribulation nor anguish,
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nor persecution, nor famine, nor nakednes, nor perill, nor sword, shall separate you from the loue of Christ,
nor persecution, nor famine, nor nakedness, nor peril, nor sword, shall separate you from the love of christ,
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but in all these things you shall be more then conquerours.
but in all these things you shall be more then conquerors.
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And f•nally, if it be such an hainous offence, to fall away in time of persecution, what shall we say of them, who fall away in time of peace? those doe it by compulsion, by force and violence; these of their owne accord: And f•nally, if it be such an heinous offence, to fallen away in time of persecution, what shall we say of them, who fallen away in time of peace? those do it by compulsion, by force and violence; these of their own accord:
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those doe it halfe against their will, but these most willingly: those to saue their own goods, and preserue their liues;
those do it half against their will, but these most willingly: those to save their own goods, and preserve their lives;
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these to saue neither, being in danger of neither; those by constraint: these through contempt: Those among their enemies, who were readie to hurt them, if they would not recant;
these to save neither, being in danger of neither; those by constraint: these through contempt: Those among their enemies, who were ready to hurt them, if they would not recant;
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these among their friends who will helpe them, if they abode constant. Those in the field, where they feared an ouerthrow:
these among their Friends who will help them, if they Abided constant. Those in the field, where they feared an overthrow:
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these in a lād of peace, where they expected no combat. These must needs be more faultie, and more inexcusable.
these in a land of peace, where they expected no combat. These must needs be more faulty, and more inexcusable.
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Those subiects who yeeld to the enemies through feare, and for safegard of their liues, are more fauoured and more easily pardoned;
Those Subjects who yield to the enemies through Fear, and for safeguard of their lives, Are more favoured and more Easily pardoned;
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then they who being in no danger, did willingly run to the enemies, and of their owne accord ioyne with them against their lawfull Prince.
then they who being in no danger, did willingly run to the enemies, and of their own accord join with them against their lawful Prince.
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Oh then what fauour can those expect at Gods hands, who in these our happy daies,
O then what favour can those expect At God's hands, who in these our happy days,
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and in this our peaceable land, doe fall away from the truth of the Gospell, to poperie and profanenesse? These are farre worse then dastardly cowards,
and in this our peaceable land, do fallen away from the truth of the Gospel, to popery and profaneness? These Are Far Worse then dastardly cowards,
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for they yeeld not, till they see some danger; these yeeld, before any danger appeareth. These are like those wicked ones, who flie when none pursueth them.
for they yield not, till they see Some danger; these yield, before any danger appears. These Are like those wicked ones, who fly when none pursueth them.
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We should resist vnto blood, strining against sinne. As Christ shed his blood for the saluation of our soules,
We should resist unto blood, strining against sin. As christ shed his blood for the salvation of our Souls,
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so should we be readie to shed our blood, for the maintenance of his Gospell.
so should we be ready to shed our blood, for the maintenance of his Gospel.
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How farre are they from this, who fall away, before they sawe any enemies to resist? what hope can they haue of mercy from Christ, who are so easily turned from the sincerity of his Gospell, which they should defend with their dearest blood? Thinke seriously of this,
How Far Are they from this, who fallen away, before they saw any enemies to resist? what hope can they have of mercy from christ, who Are so Easily turned from the sincerity of his Gospel, which they should defend with their dearest blood? Think seriously of this,
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and take heede of declining in such an happie season. Remember Lots wi•e, as Christ biddeth you.
and take heed of declining in such an happy season. remember Lots wi•e, as christ bids you.
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And consider that she for looking backe toward Sodome was turned into a pillar of salt, And Consider that she for looking back towards Sodom was turned into a pillar of salt,
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and that to season vs with all, as Augustine thought.
and that to season us with all, as Augustine Thought.
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Deceiue not your selues, but knowe for a certaintie, that the hearing of the Gospell, will not further your saluation, but• rather aggrauate your condemnation,
Deceive not your selves, but know for a certainty, that the hearing of the Gospel, will not further your salvation, but• rather aggravate your condemnation,
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if you fal• •way from it, either in the time of persecution, or in the time of peace.
if you fal• •way from it, either in the time of persecution, or in the time of peace.
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Vers. I. And that which fell among thornes, are they which haue heard, and after their departure, are choaked with cares, &c. NOW followeth the exposition of the third kind of ground, which noteth vnto vs a third kind of hearers.Vers. I And that which fell among thorns, Are they which have herd, and After their departure, Are choked with Cares, etc. NOW follows the exposition of the third kind of ground, which notes unto us a third kind of hearers.
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And those also are bad hearers. This ground is full of thornes.
And those also Are bad hearers. This ground is full of thorns.
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There is some reasonable depth of soyle, yet the s•ede, and the corne sprouted, is choaked by thornes and bryars, that come vp among it,
There is Some reasonable depth of soil, yet the s•ede, and the corn sprouted, is choked by thorns and briars, that come up among it,
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so as it yeeldeth no good crop at haruest.
so as it yields no good crop At harvest.
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In like sort there be some hearers, whose hearts are not so hard as the former and who are not tryed by tentation and persecution as they were, whose hearts seeme to be m•ch mooued,
In like sort there be Some hearers, whose hearts Are not so hard as the former and who Are not tried by tentation and persecution as they were, whose hearts seem to be m•ch moved,
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and deepely p•e•ced with t•e word, and liue in such peaceable times, and places, that they are neuer called to suffer for the word;
and deeply p•e•ced with t•e word, and live in such peaceable times, and places, that they Are never called to suffer for the word;
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and yet all is afterwarde ma•red by co•ru•t affections, which are not yet mortifyed, b•t still liue and raigne in their hearts.
and yet all is afterward ma•red by co•ru•t affections, which Are not yet mortified, b•t still live and Reign in their hearts.
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A•• so these hearers differ much from both the former kindes.
A•• so these hearers differ much from both the former Kinds.
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The first sort were hindered in their fruitfulnesse by the Diuell, who tooke the worde out of their hearts.
The First sort were hindered in their fruitfulness by the devil, who took the word out of their hearts.
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The second sort were hindered by other men, who persecuted them for the Gospell. But this sort are hindered by their owne carnall and worldly lustes.
The second sort were hindered by other men, who persecuted them for the Gospel. But this sort Are hindered by their own carnal and worldly lusts.
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They differ from the first kind, because those vnderstood not the word:
They differ from the First kind, Because those understood not the word:
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but these vnderstand it, and would haue embraced and obeyed it, but that it crossed their corrupt affections, which they coulde not brydle.
but these understand it, and would have embraced and obeyed it, but that it crossed their corrupt affections, which they could not bridle.
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They differ from the second sort, because they fall away in time of tribulation and persecution.
They differ from the second sort, Because they fallen away in time of tribulation and persecution.
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These fall away in time of peace and prosperitie: those were vrged by externall meanes, comming from others:
These fallen away in time of peace and Prosperity: those were urged by external means, coming from Others:
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these are drawne away by internall meanes, proceeding from themselues. Those were hindered in their perseuerance and fruitfulnesse, through the wāt of good:
these Are drawn away by internal means, proceeding from themselves. Those were hindered in their perseverance and fruitfulness, through the want of good:
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these through the hauing of euill, euen sinfull lusts, and bad affections in their hearts, which like thornes choake the worde which they heare. Those renounced their profession:
these through the having of evil, even sinful Lustiest, and bad affections in their hearts, which like thorns choke the word which they hear. Those renounced their profession:
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these keepe their profession, and yet are vnfruitfull. These hearers are not all alike:
these keep their profession, and yet Are unfruitful. These hearers Are not all alike:
d vvb po32 n1, cc av vbr j. np1 n2 vbr xx d av-j:
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for though the word be choaked in them all, yet it is not choaked in all, by the same causes & meanes.
for though the word be choked in them all, yet it is not choked in all, by the same Causes & means.
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In some it is choaked by worldly care: in others by the deceitfulnesse of riches; and in the rest by voluptousnesse.
In Some it is choked by worldly care: in Others by the deceitfulness of riches; and in the rest by voluptousnesse.
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And therefore touching these hearers, wee may obserue some thinges in generall, which concerne them all ioyntly together,
And Therefore touching these hearers, we may observe Some things in general, which concern them all jointly together,
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and some thinges in particular, which concerne them seuerally. The things in generall which concerne them all, are two:
and Some things in particular, which concern them severally. The things in general which concern them all, Are two:
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whereof, the one respecteth the time of their choaking: the other respecteth the causes of their choaking.
whereof, the one respecteth the time of their choking: the other respecteth the Causes of their choking.
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1. The time of their choaking: for it is sayd of them; That when they haue heard, NONLATINALPHABET.
1. The time of their choking: for it is said of them; That when they have herd,.
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and are departed, or gone their way, they are choaked, &c. They are not choaked while they are in hearing,and Are departed, or gone their Way, they Are choked, etc. They Are not choked while they Are in hearing,
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but rather afterward, when they are departed from the Semons, and goe about their worldly affayres:
but rather afterwards, when they Are departed from the Semons, and go about their worldly affairs:
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then are they choaked by those things whereon their hearts were set.
then Are they choked by those things whereon their hearts were Set.
av vbr pns32 vvn p-acp d n2 c-crq po32 n2 vbdr vvn.
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As thornie ground may haue some good moyst mouldes, and depth of soyle, and cause the seede sowne in it to sprout and come vp,
As thorny ground may have Some good moist moulds, and depth of soil, and cause the seed sown in it to sprout and come up,
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but afterward will not suffer it to prosper, the thornes in time will choake it.
but afterwards will not suffer it to prosper, the thorns in time will choke it.
cc-acp av vmb xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi, dt n2 p-acp n1 vmb vvi pn31.
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So may a man heare the word, reuerently and attentiuely, marke it carefully, and receiue it willingly:
So may a man hear the word, reverently and attentively, mark it carefully, and receive it willingly:
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yea, hee may take it to be the word of God indeede, and the onely word that must saue his soule:
yea, he may take it to be the word of God indeed, and the only word that must save his soul:
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hee may wish that hee were able to follow it, and haue a purpose to follow it:
he may wish that he were able to follow it, and have a purpose to follow it:
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and yet afterwarde bee hindered in the obedience of it, by the corruptions of his owne heart.
and yet afterward be hindered in the Obedience of it, by the corruptions of his own heart.
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As Pharaoh was hūbled while the hand of God was heauy vpō him: but became as hard as he was before, when it was remoued.
As Pharaoh was humbled while the hand of God was heavy upon him: but became as hard as he was before, when it was removed.
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And as some are Sea sicke while they are on the water, but wel again whō they come to land.
And as Some Are Sea sick while they Are on the water, but well again whom they come to land.
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And as the hardest Mettals are hot, soft, and pliable, while they are in the fire,
And as the Hardest Metals Are hight, soft, and pliable, while they Are in the fire,
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but become colde, hard, and stiffe when they are taken out of the fire.
but become cold, hard, and stiff when they Are taken out of the fire.
cc-acp vvb j-jn, j, cc av-j c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1.
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So are some hearers much moued while they are in the Church, and so long as they heare:
So Are Some hearers much moved while they Are in the Church, and so long as they hear:
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and yet afterward, when they are gone away, and betake themselues to their worldly affayres, loose the efficacy of the worde, and become transgressors of it.
and yet afterwards, when they Are gone away, and betake themselves to their worldly affairs, lose the efficacy of the word, and become transgressors of it.
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These are vnprofitable hearers, the worde which they heare will not saue their soules. Men may often heare after this maner, and yet neuer come to heauen.
These Are unprofitable hearers, the word which they hear will not save their Souls. Men may often hear After this manner, and yet never come to heaven.
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Doe not therefore content your selues with these present motions, while you are in hearing,
Do not Therefore content your selves with these present motions, while you Are in hearing,
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but let them continue, and shew their efficacy after you haue heard, & when occasion is offered in your liues.
but let them continue, and show their efficacy After you have herd, & when occasion is offered in your lives.
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Let not the word onely moue your affections, but also mortifie them.
Let not the word only move your affections, but also mortify them.
vvb xx dt n1 av-j vvi po22 n2, cc-acp av vvi pno32.
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And let it not onely stirre vp your affections, while it is hard, but direct them,
And let it not only stir up your affections, while it is hard, but Direct them,
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and ouer-rule them in your conuersation afterward.
and overrule them in your Conversation afterwards.
cc vvi pno32 p-acp po22 n1 av.
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Let not any thing in the worlde, or any affections in your owne hearts, hinder your obedience to the worde.
Let not any thing in the world, or any affections in your own hearts, hinder your Obedience to the word.
vvb xx d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d n2 p-acp po22 d n2, vvb po22 n1 p-acp dt n1.
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You know that the Sonne, who being commaunded by his Father to worke in his Vineyatd, did promise and purpose to goe, and went not:
You know that the Son, who being commanded by his Father to work in his Vineyatd, did promise and purpose to go, and went not:
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was condemned for not fulfilling the will of his Father. And doe you thinke that you shall be taken for dutifull children to God Almightie,
was condemned for not fulfilling the will of his Father. And do you think that you shall be taken for dutiful children to God Almighty,
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if while you heare his word, you loue it, and like it, and purpose to follow it:
if while you hear his word, you love it, and like it, and purpose to follow it:
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and yet afterward by some sinister occasions, be hindered in the obedience of it? Know this, that God will neuer accept of good purposes, without good performance;
and yet afterwards by Some sinister occasions, be hindered in the Obedience of it? Know this, that God will never accept of good Purposes, without good performance;
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nor of good motions in your mindes, without good maners in your liues.
nor of good motions in your minds, without good manners in your lives.
ccx pp-f j n2 p-acp po22 n2, p-acp j n2 p-acp po22 n2.
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There be some couetous and voluptuous persons, farre worse then these of whom Christ heare speaketh:
There be Some covetous and voluptuous Persons, Far Worse then these of whom christ hear speaks:
pc-acp vbi d j cc j n2, av-j av-jc cs d pp-f r-crq np1 av vvz:
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for these doe heare, and receiue the word willingly for the pres•nt, they are choaked afterward.
for these do hear, and receive the word willingly for the pres•nt, they Are choked afterwards.
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But there be some couetous worldlings, and voluptuous Epicures, who will not heare at all, or not with any patience.
But there be Some covetous worldlings, and voluptuous Epicureans, who will not hear At all, or not with any patience.
p-acp a-acp vbb d j n2, cc j n2, r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp d, cc xx p-acp d n1.
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They will not receiue the seede at all, and doe choake it as soone as they receiue it.
They will not receive the seed At all, and do choke it as soon as they receive it.
pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d, cc vdb vvi pn31 a-acp av c-acp pns32 vvb pn31.
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Such were the Pharisies, who mocked Christ when he taxed their couetousnes. Such were the Pharisees, who mocked christ when he taxed their covetousness.
d vbdr dt np2, r-crq vvd np1 c-crq pns31 vvd po32 n1.
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Such were the Iewes, who would not heare the Lawe of the Lord, but sayd vnto the Seers; See not:
Such were the Iewes, who would not hear the Law of the Lord, but said unto the Seers; See not:
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and to the Prophets, Prophecie not vnto vs right things, but speake flattering thinges vnto vs: Prophecie errors. and to the prophets, Prophecy not unto us right things, but speak flattering things unto us: Prophecy errors.
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Who would haue none to be their Prophet, but hee that would lie falsly, & would prophecie to them of wine and strong drinke. Who would have none to be their Prophet, but he that would lie falsely, & would prophecy to them of wine and strong drink.
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And such be those in our dayes, who cannot endure to heare any thing spoken, to curbe them of their carnall pleasures,
And such be those in our days, who cannot endure to hear any thing spoken, to curb them of their carnal pleasures,
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or abridge them of their worldly profites:
or abridge them of their worldly profits:
cc vvi pno32 pp-f po32 j n2:
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who raile against the Preacher, and hate him as Ahab did Michaiah, and heare him with no more patience and liking,
who rail against the Preacher, and hate him as Ahab did Michaiah, and hear him with no more patience and liking,
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then the Iewes heard Stephen, when their hearts brast for anger, and when they gnashed at him with thrir teeth.
then the Iewes herd Stephen, when their hearts braced for anger, and when they gnashed At him with thrir teeth.
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But if these hearers, who giue reuerent attention to the worde when it is deliuered, haue some good liking of it,
But if these hearers, who give reverent attention to the word when it is Delivered, have Some good liking of it,
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and a purpose to obey it, & would obey it, but that it doth crosse their pleasures and profites, are reckoned in the number of vnfruitfull hearers.
and a purpose to obey it, & would obey it, but that it does cross their pleasures and profits, Are reckoned in the number of unfruitful hearers.
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What may be thought of those that be worse, who will not heare it, who will not beleeue it, who doe mislike it? yea, maligne him that teacheth any thing that is against their pleasures or profites,
What may be Thought of those that be Worse, who will not hear it, who will not believe it, who do mislike it? yea, malign him that Teaches any thing that is against their pleasures or profits,
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and are ready to worke him some mischiefe:
and Are ready to work him Some mischief:
cc vbr j pc-acp vvi pno31 d n1:
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Oh that these woulde consider their estate, and remember how farre they are from that profitable hearing which must saue their soules!
O that these would Consider their estate, and Remember how Far they Are from that profitable hearing which must save their Souls!
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2. The second thing to be obserued in generall, respecteth the causes of their choaking, which are three in number;
2. The second thing to be observed in general, respecteth the Causes of their choking, which Are three in number;
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Cares of the worlde, riches and voluptuous liuing.
Cares of the world, riches and voluptuous living.
n2 pp-f dt n1, n2 cc j n-vvg.
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From all which together, wee may learne, that noysome lusts, and bad affections in the heart, doe greatly hinder the fruitfull hearing of Gods word.
From all which together, we may Learn, that noisome Lustiest, and bad affections in the heart, do greatly hinder the fruitful hearing of God's word.
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Yea, though the heart be much mooued with the word for a time, and be very like to profite by hearing,
Yea, though the heart be much moved with the word for a time, and be very like to profit by hearing,
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and the hearer haue a purpose to follow the word, yet corrupt affections, of care, couetousnesse,
and the hearer have a purpose to follow the word, yet corrupt affections, of care, covetousness,
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and voluptuousnesse, will hinder the fruitfulnesse of the worde.
and voluptuousness, will hinder the fruitfulness of the word.
cc n1, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
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As thornes are to ground that is sowne, so are these affections to the hearers of Gods word.
As thorns Are to ground that is sown, so Are these affections to the hearers of God's word.
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You know, that although the Soyle were reasonable good of it selfe, yet if tho•nes grow among the corne they will not suffer the ground to ye•l•e any good cr•ppe.
You know, that although the Soil were reasonable good of it self, yet if tho•nes grow among the corn they will not suffer the ground to ye•l•e any good cr•ppe.
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So if hearers haue indifferent good mindes of themselues, (especially if some froward affections were expelled:) yet so long as those affections remaine in them, they will hinder the growth of the worde. And therefore Peter exhorteth vs;
So if hearers have indifferent good minds of themselves, (especially if Some froward affections were expelled:) yet so long as those affections remain in them, they will hinder the growth of the word. And Therefore Peter exhorteth us;
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first, to lay aside all maliciousnes, & all guile, 〈 … 〉 ••tion, and •nuie: First, to lay aside all maliciousness, & all guile, 〈 … 〉 ••tion, and •nuie:
ord, pc-acp vvi av d n1, cc d n1, 〈 … 〉 n1, cc n1:
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and then, as new borne babes, to desire the syncere milke of the worde, that we may grow thereby.
and then, as new born babes, to desire the sincere milk of the word, that we may grow thereby.
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And Iames biddeth vs lay apart all filthinesse, and superfluitie of maliciousnes, and receiue with meeknes the ingrafted word, which is able to saue our soules. And James bids us lay apart all filthiness, and superfluity of maliciousness, and receive with meekness the ingrafted word, which is able to save our Souls.
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If grosse humours abide in the stomacke, they will not suffer it to digest the meate which is eaten,
If gross humours abide in the stomach, they will not suffer it to digest the meat which is eaten,
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but will make it rather to hurt, then to nourish the body.
but will make it rather to hurt, then to nourish the body.
cc-acp vmb vvi pn31 av-c pc-acp vvi, cs pc-acp vvi dt n1.
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So if there be froward and inordinate affections in your harts, they will so hinder the efficacy of the word,
So if there be froward and inordinate affections in your hearts, they will so hinder the efficacy of the word,
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as it shall not profite you to the saluation of your soules.
as it shall not profit you to the salvation of your Souls.
c-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2.
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This shoulde teach you, so often as you come to heare, to looke vnto your hearts,
This should teach you, so often as you come to hear, to look unto your hearts,
d vmd vvi pn22, av av c-acp pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2,
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and to emptie them of all wicked affections remayning in them.
and to empty them of all wicked affections remaining in them.
cc p-acp j pno32 pp-f d j n2 vvg p-acp pno32.
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As you are carefull when you plow and sow your fields, to rid vp by the rootes all thornes, bryars,
As you Are careful when you blow and sow your fields, to rid up by the roots all thorns, briars,
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and bushes, lest they should hinder the corne;
and Bushes, lest they should hinder the corn;
cc n2, cs pns32 vmd vvi dt n1;
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So be you carefull to free your heartes from these badde affections, when you come to heare.
So be you careful to free your hearts from these bad affections, when you come to hear.
av vbb pn22 j pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d vvd n2, c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi.
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Christ biddeh you to be as wise as Serpents. Now this is one poynt of the Serpents wisedome (as the learned doth teach;) That when he is thirstie, he goeth from his hole to the water: christ biddeh you to be as wise as Serpents. Now this is one point of the Serpents Wisdom (as the learned does teach;) That when he is thirsty, he Goes from his hold to the water:
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yet before he drinke he casteth vp the poyson which was neere his throate. Imitate him therein;
yet before he drink he Cast up the poison which was near his throat. Imitate him therein;
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If any poyson of bad affections be found in your hearts, expell them, lest they hinder the efficacy of the word. Yea, as the Prophet saith;
If any poison of bad affections be found in your hearts, expel them, lest they hinder the efficacy of the word. Yea, as the Prophet Says;
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Breake vp your fallow ground, and sow not among thornes.
Break up your fallow ground, and sow not among thorns.
vvb a-acp po22 j n1, cc vvb xx p-acp n2.
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Be circumcised to the Lord, and take away the fore-skins of your hearts, that so you may heare, to the profit & comfort of your soules.
Be circumcised to the Lord, and take away the foreskins of your hearts, that so you may hear, to the profit & Comfort of your Souls.
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Let vs now see in particular, and seuerally, what are the things, which like thornes doe choake the seede of the word: Three be here named;
Let us now see in particular, and severally, what Are the things, which like thorns do choke the seed of the word: Three be Here nam;
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The first of them is Care;
The First of them is Care;
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and because there be two kindes of care, the one a godlie and spirituall care, to care for the things of the Lord,
and Because there be two Kinds of care, the one a godly and spiritual care, to care for the things of the Lord,
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how we may please him, and to care for the things of the soule, how it may bee saued.
how we may please him, and to care for the things of the soul, how it may be saved.
c-crq pns12 vmb vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn.
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The other a worldly and carnall care, to care for the things of the world, how to please men, and how to prouide for our bodies in this world.
The other a worldly and carnal care, to care for the things of the world, how to please men, and how to provide for our bodies in this world.
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In the other Euangelists, both in Mathew and Marke, they are called, for distinction sake, Cares of the world. In the other Evangelists, both in Matthew and Mark, they Are called, for distinction sake, Cares of the world.
p-acp dt j-jn n2, av-d p-acp np1 cc vvb, pns32 vbr vvn, p-acp n1 n1, n2 pp-f dt n1.
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These cares are as thornes to choake the word in the hearers hearts: They do oftentimes keepe men from hearing at all.
These Cares Are as thorns to choke the word in the hearers hearts: They do oftentimes keep men from hearing At all.
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Martha was carefull to prouide good fare for her guests, & troubled herselfe about many things, Martha was careful to provide good fare for her guests, & troubled herself about many things,
np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc vvd px31 p-acp d n2,
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when with her sister Mary shee should rather haue heard Christs doctrine.
when with her sister Marry she should rather have herd Christ Doctrine.
c-crq p-acp po31 n1 vvi pns31 vmd av-c vhi vvn npg1 n1.
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Those guests, who were innited to the wedding feast, made excuses, that one had bought a Farme,
Those guests, who were innited to the wedding feast, made excuses, that one had bought a Farm,
d n2, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 n1, vvd n2, cst pi vhd vvn dt n1,
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and must needes goe see it: another had bought 5. yoke of Oxen, and must goe prooue them;
and must needs go see it: Another had bought 5. yoke of Oxen, and must go prove them;
cc vmb av vvi vvi pn31: j-jn vhd vvn crd n1 pp-f n2, cc vmb vvi vvi pno32;
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another had maried a Wife, and therefore could not come.
Another had married a Wife, and Therefore could not come.
j-jn vhd vvn dt n1, cc av vmd xx vvi.
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Worldly cares keepe many from the Church, who would not be absent if their worldly businesse did not draw them another way:
Worldly Cares keep many from the Church, who would not be absent if their worldly business did not draw them Another Way:
j n2 vvi d p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmd xx vbi j cs po32 j n1 vdd xx vvi pno32 j-jn n1:
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yet will not bee present if their absence serue for their gaine.
yet will not be present if their absence serve for their gain.
av vmb xx vbi j cs po32 n1 vvi p-acp po32 n1.
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So doe these cares make their hearing altogether vnprofitable, euen as thornes make the sowne ground vnfruitfull.
So do these Cares make their hearing altogether unprofitable, even as thorns make the sown ground unfruitful.
av vdb d n2 vvb po32 n-vvg av j-u, av c-acp n2 vvb dt n1 n1 j.
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Some haue their hearts so exercised with thinking and plotting of worldly matters, that they cannot attend to the word deliuered.
some have their hearts so exercised with thinking and plotting of worldly matters, that they cannot attend to the word Delivered.
d vhb po32 n2 av vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f j n2, cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 vvd.
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Others hauing beaten their braines, and busied their heads before, fall to sleepe when they should heare.
Others having beaten their brains, and busied their Heads before, fallen to sleep when they should hear.
ng2-jn vhg vvn po32 n2, cc vvd po32 n2 a-acp, vvb pc-acp vvi c-crq pns32 vmd vvi.
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Others that bee awake and listen, haue no loue nor liking of that which is taught.
Others that be awake and listen, have no love nor liking of that which is taught.
ng2-jn cst vbb j cc vvi, vhb dx n1 ccx n-vvg pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn.
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The thinges of the worlde haue so put their mouthes out of taste, as they can finde no sweetnesse in the word.
The things of the world have so put their mouths out of taste, as they can find no sweetness in the word.
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Others attend, & seeme to like all wel for a time, yet afterward the cares of the worlde enter into their heades and heartes,
Others attend, & seem to like all well for a time, yet afterwards the Cares of the world enter into their Heads and hearts,
ng2-jn vvb, cc vvb pc-acp vvi d av p-acp dt n1, av av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp po32 n2 cc n2,
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and driue the worde out of them, euen as one naile driues out another.
and driven the word out of them, even as one nail drives out Another.
cc vvi dt n1 av pp-f pno32, av c-acp crd n1 vvz av j-jn.
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There may be in them for a time some striuing and strugling betwixt the world and the word:
There may be in them for a time Some striving and struggling betwixt the world and the word:
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but the world ouercomes in the end, and maketh them no better, then if they had neuer heard.
but the world overcomes in the end, and makes them not better, then if they had never herd.
cc-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vv2 pno32 xx av-jc, cs cs pns32 vhd av-x vvn.
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Christ bad his Disciples take heede to themselues, least at any time their hearts were oppressed with surfetting and drunkennes,
christ bade his Disciples take heed to themselves, least At any time their hearts were oppressed with surfeiting and Drunkenness,
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and cares of this life, and least the last d•y should come on them at vnawares. and Cares of this life, and lest the last d•y should come on them At unawares.
cc n2 pp-f d n1, cc cs dt ord n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp av-j.
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Because cares of the world doe oppresse the heart, as wel as surfetting and drunkennes, and make vs vnfit for his comming to Iudgement.
Because Cares of the world do oppress the heart, as well as surfeiting and Drunkenness, and make us unfit for his coming to Judgement.
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Our people are much oppressed with worldly cares: they rise early, and lye downe late, and eate the bread of carefulnes:
Our people Are much oppressed with worldly Cares: they rise early, and lie down late, and eat the bred of carefulness:
po12 n1 vbr av-d vvn p-acp j n2: pns32 vvb av-j, cc vvi a-acp av-j, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1:
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they busie their heades, they beate their braines, they weary their bodies, they breake their sleep, they weaken their strength, they hinder their health,
they busy their Heads, they beat their brains, they weary their bodies, they break their sleep, they weaken their strength, they hinder their health,
pns32 vvi po32 n2, pns32 vvd po32 n2, pns32 vvi po32 n2, pns32 vvb po32 n1, pns32 vvi po32 n1, pns32 vvb po32 n1,
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and shorten their liues, with carking and caring, toyling and moyling about worldly affayres: and this is one speciall cause why they heare so much, and profite so little.
and shorten their lives, with carking and caring, toiling and moiling about worldly affairs: and this is one special cause why they hear so much, and profit so little.
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These then who would be profitable hearers, must before and after their hearing, keepe these cares out of their heart•s.
These then who would be profitable hearers, must before and After their hearing, keep these Cares out of their heart•s.
np1 av r-crq vmd vbi j n2, vmb a-acp cc p-acp po32 n-vvg, vvb d n2 av pp-f po32 n2.
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Let them remember the exhortation giuen by Christ; Be not carefull for your life, what you shall eate, nor what you shal drinke;
Let them Remember the exhortation given by christ; Be not careful for your life, what you shall eat, nor what you shall drink;
vvb pno32 vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp np1; vbb xx j p-acp po22 n1, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, ccx r-crq pn22 vmb vvi;
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nor for your body, what rayment yee shall put on.
nor for your body, what raiment ye shall put on.
ccx p-acp po22 n1, r-crq n1 pn22 vmb vvi a-acp.
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Is not the life more worth then meate? and the body then rayment? Which of you by taking care is able to adde one cubit to his stature?
Is not the life more worth then meat? and the body then raiment? Which of you by taking care is able to add one cubit to his stature?
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It is not sufficient for you to free your mindes from these cares while you are in hearing,
It is not sufficient for you to free your minds from these Cares while you Are in hearing,
pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n2 cs pn22 vbr p-acp n-vvg,
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but likewise beware lest they entangle you afterward.
but likewise beware lest they entangle you afterwards.
cc-acp av vvb cs pns32 vvi pn22 av.
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Expell them so soone as they enter into your mindes, euen as you will cut vp thornes, bryars,
Expel them so soon as they enter into your minds, even as you will Cut up thorns, briars,
vvi pno32 av av c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po22 n2, av c-acp pn22 vmb vvi a-acp n2, n2,
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and thistles, which you see spring vp among the corne after it is sowne.
and thistles, which you see spring up among the corn After it is sown.
cc n2, r-crq pn22 vvb n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbz vvn.
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If they be in your hearts before you heare, they will keepe you from attending, from vnderstanding,
If they be in your hearts before you hear, they will keep you from attending, from understanding,
cs pns32 vbb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp pn22 vvb, pns32 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp vvg, p-acp vvg,
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or else from affecting that which you heare.
or Else from affecting that which you hear.
cc av p-acp vvg d r-crq pn22 vvb.
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And if they enter into your heartes after you haue heard, they will hinder you from practising that, which before you liked, and purposed to obey.
And if they enter into your hearts After you have herd, they will hinder you from practising that, which before you liked, and purposed to obey.
cc cs pns32 vvb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp pn22 vhb vvn, pns32 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp vvg cst, r-crq c-acp pn22 vvd, cc vvd pc-acp vvi.
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Such enemies are they to your fruitfull hearing. Who then would haue his minde disquieted with them?
Such enemies Are they to your fruitful hearing. Who then would have his mind disquieted with them?
d n2 vbr pns32 p-acp po22 j n-vvg. r-crq av vmd vhi po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno32?
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What? (will some man say) must we haue no care of any thing at all? must wee set all at sixe and seuen,
What? (will Some man say) must we have no care of any thing At all? must we Set all At sixe and seuen,
q-crq? (n1 d n1 vvi) vmb pns12 vhi dx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d? vmb pns12 vvi d p-acp crd cc crd,
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and let the world wag? must we be like some idle and prodigall vnthrifts, who cast away all care?
and let the world wag? must we be like Some idle and prodigal unthrifts, who cast away all care?
cc vvb dt n1 n1? vmb pns12 vbi av-j d j cc j-jn n2, r-crq vvd av d n1?
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Not so, we must distinguish of care; Est solicitudo diligentiae, & solicitudo diffid•ntiae.
Not so, we must distinguish of care; Est solicitudo diligentiae, & solicitudo diffid•ntiae.
xx av, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f n1; fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la.
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There is a care of diligence, when men in a good manner, and due measure, vse all honest and lawfull meanes, to get,
There is a care of diligence, when men in a good manner, and due measure, use all honest and lawful means, to get,
pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc j-jn n1, vvb d j cc j n2, pc-acp vvi,
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and to keepe thinges needfull for this life, and for the maintenance of themselues, and those which belong vnto them.
and to keep things needful for this life, and for the maintenance of themselves, and those which belong unto them.
cc pc-acp vvi n2 j p-acp d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f px32, cc d r-crq vvb p-acp pno32.
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The Wise-man sendeth the sluggard to learne this care of the Pismire, who prepareth her meate in the Summer,
The Wiseman sends the sluggard to Learn this care of the Pismire, who Prepareth her meat in the Summer,
dt n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1,
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and gathereth her foode in the haruest. And the Apostle saith, that if there be any that prouideth not for his owne;
and gathereth her food in the harvest. And the Apostle Says, that if there be any that Provideth not for his own;
cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. cc dt n1 vvz, cst cs pc-acp vbi d cst vvz xx p-acp po31 d;
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and namelie for them of his household, hee denieth the faith, and is worse then an Infidell. and namely for them of his household, he Denieth the faith, and is Worse then an Infidel.
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This care ought to be in all. There is also a care of diffidence and distrust, which is an inordinate care:
This care ought to be in all. There is also a care of diffidence and distrust, which is an inordinate care:
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when we keepe no measure in our care; when we are not content to vse lawful, but also vse vnlawfull meanes:
when we keep no measure in our care; when we Are not content to use lawful, but also use unlawful means:
c-crq pns12 vvb dx n1 p-acp po12 n1; c-crq pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi j, p-acp av vvb j n2:
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and when wee will not depend on Gods mercifull prouidence, for a blessing on the meanes;
and when we will not depend on God's merciful providence, for a blessing on the means;
cc c-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp npg1 j n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2;
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but forecast before hand what shall bee the successe, and disquiet our mindes with thinking what shall be the issue,
but forecast before hand what shall be the success, and disquiet our minds with thinking what shall be the issue,
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and with fearing an ill euent. This care wee must renounce as a fruit of vnbeliefe;
and with fearing an ill event. This care we must renounce as a fruit of unbelief;
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and as a thorne that will choake the seede of the word. We must with diligence and care vse necessarie and lawfull meanes;
and as a thorn that will choke the seed of the word. We must with diligence and care use necessary and lawful means;
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but leaue the issue to him, who knoweth best what to doe.
but leave the issue to him, who Knoweth best what to do.
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We must cast this burden on the Lord, as the Psalmist teacheth vs, and hee shall nourish vs. Wee must cast all our care on him: as the Apostle exhorteth: for hee careth for vs. Let vs rest in his good pleasure, and be content to take in good part whatsouer hee sendeth, knowing that all thinges worke together for the best to them that loue God.
We must cast this burden on the Lord, as the Psalmist Teaches us, and he shall nourish us we must cast all our care on him: as the Apostle exhorteth: for he Careth for us Let us rest in his good pleasure, and be content to take in good part whatsoever he sends, knowing that all things work together for the best to them that love God.
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And so our care shall not hinder the fruitfulnesse of the word.
And so our care shall not hinder the fruitfulness of the word.
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2. But to proceede in the text, what is the second thorne that choaketh the word? Christ here nameth riches;
2. But to proceed in the text, what is the second thorn that choketh the word? christ Here names riches;
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they are as dangerous this way as worldly cares.
they Are as dangerous this Way as worldly Cares.
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Though some confound these two, and make both but one thorne, yet is there indeede great difference betwixt them.
Though Some confound these two, and make both but one thorn, yet is there indeed great difference betwixt them.
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They are hee•e distinguished one from the other, as well as voluptuous liuing is distinguished from them both.
They Are hee•e distinguished one from the other, as well as voluptuous living is distinguished from them both.
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And in truth they are oftentimes seuered, and not found together in some persons. A man may be perplexed with worldly care, yet not grow rich thereby.
And in truth they Are oftentimes severed, and not found together in Some Persons. A man may be perplexed with worldly care, yet not grow rich thereby.
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The poore are oftentimes as carefull how to liue, and to get wealth as the rich:
The poor Are oftentimes as careful how to live, and to get wealth as the rich:
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yea, sometime more carefull, because their charge is greater, and the•r wantes more, but their meanes be fewer and weaker.
yea, sometime more careful, Because their charge is greater, and the•r Wants more, but their means be fewer and Weaker.
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It may bee GOD doth plague their great care with great want: the more carefull they are, the more needfull they bee.
It may be GOD does plague their great care with great want: the more careful they Are, the more needful they be.
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If they woulde bee lesse carefull, They might bee lesse needfull. Againe, rich men are sometime without care:
If they would be less careful, They might be less needful. Again, rich men Are sometime without care:
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As is seene in the godlie:
As is seen in the godly:
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Abraham was rich, so was Iob, both in the beginning and also in the later end of his daies:Abraham was rich, so was Job, both in the beginning and also in the later end of his days:
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and yet both of them, free from distrustfull care: yet are riches as pricking thorn•s to choake the word as well as those cares.
and yet both of them, free from distrustful care: yet Are riches as pricking thorn•s to choke the word as well as those Cares.
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Not onely they who vexe themselues with griping cares, how to get, and how to exercise their wealth:
Not only they who vex themselves with gripping Cares, how to get, and how to exercise their wealth:
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but likewise those who thinke they haue enough already, and care not much for more,
but likewise those who think they have enough already, and care not much for more,
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but like the rich man in the Gospell, say to their soules, Liue at ease, eate drinke and take your pastime, you haue much goods laid vp for many yeares; may be vnprofitable hearers.
but like the rich man in the Gospel, say to their Souls, Live At ease, eat drink and take your pastime, you have much goods laid up for many Years; may be unprofitable hearers.
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Although this Euangelist nameth riches simply and absolutely without any addition, yet is he to be expounded by Mathew and Marke, who call this thorne the deceitfulnes of riches.
Although this Evangelist names riches simply and absolutely without any addition, yet is he to be expounded by Matthew and Mark, who call this thorn the deceitfulness of riches.
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And that declareth the manner how they choake the word, namely, by deceiuing the owners. Then bee they thornes, when they deceiue.
And that Declareth the manner how they choke the word, namely, by deceiving the owners. Then be they thorns, when they deceive.
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If thou enioy them, and vse them in great plent•e, yet shall they not choake the word in thy heart,
If thou enjoy them, and use them in great plent•e, yet shall they not choke the word in thy heart,
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vnles they first deceiue thy soule, but if they once deceiue thee, they will choake thee.
unless they First deceive thy soul, but if they once deceive thee, they will choke thee.
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Not the world, but the cares of the world: not riches, but the deceitfulnes of riches, make the word fruitles.
Not the world, but the Cares of the world: not riches, but the deceitfulness of riches, make the word fruitless.
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And certaine it is, that they deceiue many, because they make many vnfruitfull hearers. In regard whereof, Christ said, we cannot serue God and riches:
And certain it is, that they deceive many, Because they make many unfruitful hearers. In regard whereof, christ said, we cannot serve God and riches:
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And that a rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdome of heauen. And that a rich man shall hardly enter into the Kingdom of heaven.
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And Paul said, they that will be rich fall into tentations and snares, and into many foolish and noysome lusts, which drowne men in perdition.
And Paul said, they that will be rich fallen into tentations and snares, and into many foolish and noisome Lustiest, which drown men in perdition.
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And while some haue lusted after them, they erred from the faith, and pierced themselues through with many sorrowes. And while Some have lusted After them, they erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
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And Iames said, Whosoeuer will be a friend of the world, maketh himselfe the enemie of God.
And James said, Whosoever will be a friend of the world, makes himself the enemy of God.
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And Iohn said, If any man loue the world, the loue of the father is not in him.
And John said, If any man love the world, the love of the father is not in him.
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But how doe they deceiue men? we would faine knowe that, will some say.
But how do they deceive men? we would feign know that, will Some say.
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I answere, that riches deceiue men foure waies. 1. In respect of the cause of them.
I answer, that riches deceive men foure ways. 1. In respect of the cause of them.
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They make the owner beleeue, that God in speciall fauour and mercy did bestowe them vpon him,
They make the owner believe, that God in special favour and mercy did bestow them upon him,
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and that he would neuer haue giuen him such abundance, vnles he had dear•ly loued him.
and that he would never have given him such abundance, unless he had dear•ly loved him.
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And therefore imagineth that he is deepe in Gods bookes, and in greater fauour then those that sustaine losses, and endure wants. This is a grosse deceit.
And Therefore imagineth that he is deep in God's books, and in greater favour then those that sustain losses, and endure Wants. This is a gross deceit.
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Salomon teacheth, that a man knoweth neither loue nor hatred, of all that is before him, that is, he neither knoweth whether God loue him or hate him, by his outward estate, Solomon Teaches, that a man Knoweth neither love nor hatred, of all that is before him, that is, he neither Knoweth whither God love him or hate him, by his outward estate,
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neither by his riches nor by his pouertie. And he giueth a reason, because all things come alike to all men:
neither by his riches nor by his poverty. And he gives a reason, Because all things come alike to all men:
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And the same condition is to the iust, & to the wicked: to the pure and to the polluted:
And the same condition is to the just, & to the wicked: to the pure and to the polluted:
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to him that sacrificeth, and to him that sacrificeth not: As is the good, so is the sinner:
to him that Sacrificeth, and to him that Sacrificeth not: As is the good, so is the sinner:
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he that sweareth, as he that feareth an oathe.
he that Sweareth, as he that fears an oath.
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And Christ sheweth, yt by doing good to al, we may be children of our heauēly father;
And christ shows, that by doing good to all, we may be children of our heavenly father;
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who dealeth so in making his sunne to shine on the euill and good; and sending a raigne on the iust and vniust.
who deals so in making his sun to shine on the evil and good; and sending a Reign on the just and unjust.
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Hereby a man may be led into a fooles paradise, and made to thinke that he is happy, when he is miserable;
Hereby a man may be led into a Fools paradise, and made to think that he is happy, when he is miserable;
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and that God is his friend, when he is his foe. And a most dangerous deceit this is, hurtfull to himselfe, and odious to God:
and that God is his friend, when he is his foe. And a most dangerous deceit this is, hurtful to himself, and odious to God:
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hurtfull to himselfe, because it will make him secure, and to content himselfe with his present estate,
hurtful to himself, Because it will make him secure, and to content himself with his present estate,
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and neuer seeke to better it;
and never seek to better it;
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yea it will cause him to contemne the word, which should make him better, and to thinke that he is already as good as the word can make him.
yea it will cause him to contemn the word, which should make him better, and to think that he is already as good as the word can make him.
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And therefore he will refuse to heare it often, and when he heareth, it is without profit;
And Therefore he will refuse to hear it often, and when he hears, it is without profit;
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he deceiueth himselfe in his owne imagination, seeming to himselfe, that he is somewhat, when he is nothing.
he deceiveth himself in his own imagination, seeming to himself, that he is somewhat, when he is nothing.
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And therefore putteth off from him, the curses of the law, as not deserued by him,
And Therefore putteth off from him, the curses of the law, as not deserved by him,
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but applyeth to himselfe the blessings of the Gospell, as if they properly belonged vnto him.
but Applieth to himself the blessings of the Gospel, as if they properly belonged unto him.
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I would we had none such deceiued rich mē in this our age. Those that be such, let them know, that this fond conceit is odious to God:
I would we had none such deceived rich men in this our age. Those that be such, let them know, that this found conceit is odious to God:
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for he threatneth, that when a man heareth the curses of the law, and blesseth himselfe in his heart, saying, I shall haue peace,
for he threatens, that when a man hears the curses of the law, and Blesses himself in his heart, saying, I shall have peace,
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although I walke according to the stubbornenes of mine owne heart; thus adding drunkennes vnto thirst:
although I walk according to the stubbornenes of mine own heart; thus adding Drunkenness unto thirst:
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The Lord will not be mercifull vnto him; but then the wrath of the Lord, and his iealousie, shall smoake against that man:
The Lord will not be merciful unto him; but then the wrath of the Lord, and his jealousy, shall smoke against that man:
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and euery curse that is written in his booke, shall light vpon him: and the Lord shall put out his name from vnder heauen.
and every curse that is written in his book, shall Light upon him: and the Lord shall put out his name from under heaven.
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Wherefore let all rich men take heede lest they be thus deceiued: let them know, that riches are common both to good and bad:
Wherefore let all rich men take heed lest they be thus deceived: let them know, that riches Are Common both to good and bad:
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yea, that the worst often haue them, and the best often want them:
yea, that the worst often have them, and the best often want them:
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and therfore let not the hauing of them, make them to presume any whit the more on Gods sauour,
and Therefore let not the having of them, make them to presume any whit the more on God's savour,
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or lesse feare his iudgments. 2. Riches deceiue men, in respect of the nature of them:
or less Fear his Judgments. 2. Riches deceive men, in respect of the nature of them:
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In making them to thinke that they be farre better then indeed they are.
In making them to think that they be Far better then indeed they Are.
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That they are good in their owne nature, that they make thē better that haue them.
That they Are good in their own nature, that they make them better that have them.
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That they yeeld the greatest blessings, benefits & comforts, that man receiueth on the earth.
That they yield the greatest blessings, benefits & comforts, that man receiveth on the earth.
cst pns32 vvb dt js n2, n2 cc n2, cst n1 vvz p-acp dt n1.
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That those who enioy them are the happiest, and those who want them are the most miserable in the world. This is a notorious deceyt:
That those who enjoy them Are the Happiest, and those who want them Are the most miserable in the world. This is a notorious deceit:
cst d r-crq vvb pno32 vbr dt js, cc d r-crq vvb pno32 vbr av av-ds j p-acp dt n1. d vbz dt j n1:
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for they are not good in their owne nature, but onely in the vse. Not good to all, but onely to the good:
for they Are not good in their own nature, but only in the use. Not good to all, but only to the good:
c-acp pns32 vbr xx j p-acp po32 d n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1. xx j p-acp d, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j:
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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who knowe how to vse them aright.
who know how to use them aright.
r-crq vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi pno32 av.
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They are not Riches in trueth, but in showe, and doe as much differ from true riches,
They Are not Riches in truth, but in show, and do as much differ from true riches,
pns32 vbr xx n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1, cc vdb c-acp d vvb p-acp j n2,
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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as the shadowe differ•th from the substance. Happie men may want them, & miserable men may haue them.
as the shadow differ•th from the substance. Happy men may want them, & miserable men may have them.
c-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1. j n2 vmb vvi pno32, cc j n2 vmb vhi pno32.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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Naball had them, when Dauid wanted them.Nabal had them, when David wanted them.
np1 vhd pno32, c-crq np1 vvd pno32.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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The Rich Glutton, that at at his death was sent to hell torments, had them in abundance;
The Rich Glutton, that At At his death was sent to hell torments, had them in abundance;
dt j n1, cst p-acp p-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 n2, vhd pno32 p-acp n1;
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when as Lazarus, who after death was carryed to Abrahams bosome, did want them. The Apostles had neither golde nor siluer, and yet were happie.
when as Lazarus, who After death was carried to Abrahams bosom, did want them. The Apostles had neither gold nor silver, and yet were happy.
c-crq p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp n1 vbds vvn p-acp npg1 n1, vdd vvi pno32. dt n2 vhd dx n1 ccx n1, cc av vbdr j.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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They make fewe better, but many worse, and are occasions of much euill. Neyther can they yeeld any great benefits to the owners, either for soules or bodies. They cannot redeeme our soules:
They make few better, but many Worse, and Are occasions of much evil. Neither can they yield any great benefits to the owners, either for Souls or bodies. They cannot Redeem our Souls:
pns32 vvb d av-jc, cc-acp d av-jc, cc vbr n2 pp-f d n-jn. av-dx vmb pns32 vvi d j n2 p-acp dt n2, av-d p-acp n2 cc n2. pns32 vmbx vvi po12 n2:
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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wee were not bought with corruptible things, as siluer and golde.
we were not bought with corruptible things, as silver and gold.
pns12 vbdr xx vvn p-acp j n2, c-acp n1 cc n1.
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The whole world, and all the wealth thereof, were not a sufficient Ransome for one soule, nor a full satisfaction to God for one sinne.
The Whole world, and all the wealth thereof, were not a sufficient Ransom for one soul, nor a full satisfaction to God for one sin.
dt j-jn n1, cc d dt n1 av, vbdr xx dt j n1 p-acp crd n1, ccx dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp crd n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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They rather hinder, then further our saluation.
They rather hinder, then further our salvation.
pns32 av-c vvi, av av-j po12 n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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Can they exempt men from Gods iudgements? Doe not Rich men feele them as well as poore? Can they free our bodyes from diseases? Are not Rich men subiect to diseases,
Can they exempt men from God's Judgments? Do not Rich men feel them as well as poor? Can they free our bodies from diseases? are not Rich men Subject to diseases,
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(5) commentary (DIV2)
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as well as poore men? Can they preserue vs from death? Doe not Rich men dye as well as poore?
as well as poor men? Can they preserve us from death? Do not Rich men die as well as poor?
c-acp av c-acp j n2? vmb pns32 vvi pno12 p-acp n1? vdb xx j n2 vvi c-acp av c-acp j?
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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All the benefits which you can reape by them, are no better, & no more then the Rich Glutton had;
All the benefits which you can reap by them, Are no better, & no more then the Rich Glutton had;
d dt n2 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, vbr av-dx av-jc, cc dx dc cs dt j n1 vhd;
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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who was costly cladde, and daintily fedde.
who was costly clad, and daintily fed.
r-crq vbds j vvn, cc av-j vvn.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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Are not they then fondly deceiued, who thinke so highly, and make so great account of them?
are not they then fondly deceived, who think so highly, and make so great account of them?
vbr xx pns32 av av-j vvn, r-crq vvb av av-j, cc vvi av j n1 pp-f pno32?
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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Wherefore take heede least you be thus deceyued: This deceyte is also a Thorne in the heart, to choake the worde.
Wherefore take heed lest you be thus deceived: This deceit is also a Thorn in the heart, to choke the word.
q-crq vvb n1 cs pn22 vbb av vvn: d n1 vbz av dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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It will cause men to set theyr heartes on Riches, to loue them, and desire them,
It will cause men to Set their hearts on Riches, to love them, and desire them,
pn31 vmb vvi n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvb pno32,
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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and seeke them more then they ought.
and seek them more then they ought.
cc vvi pno32 av-dc cs pns32 vmd.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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It will make them to serue God, and keepe his word, no further then it serueth for their commoditie.
It will make them to serve God, and keep his word, no further then it serveth for their commodity.
pn31 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi np1, cc vvi po31 n1, av-dx av-jc cs pn31 vvz p-acp po32 n1.
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If the word command anything, which they thinke will hinder their profite, they will rather transgresse the word, then forgoe their gaine.
If the word command anything, which they think will hinder their profit, they will rather transgress the word, then forgo their gain.
cs dt n1 vvb pi, r-crq pns32 vvb vmb vvi po32 n1, pns32 vmb av-c vvi dt n1, av vvb po32 n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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Such men will not get and employ their wealth, as the word doth direct:
Such men will not get and employ their wealth, as the word does Direct:
d n2 vmb xx vvi cc vvi po32 n1, c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi:
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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but would haue the word and the teachers thereof, to allowe them to get and employ their wealth as they list. Take heede of this deceit.
but would have the word and the Teachers thereof, to allow them to get and employ their wealth as they list. Take heed of this deceit.
cc-acp vmd vhi dt n1 cc dt n2 av, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n1 c-acp pns32 vvb. vvb n1 pp-f d n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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If thou be del••ed in this sort, euery trifling commedotie will hinder you in obedience to the word. 3. Riches deceiue men in regard of their effects,
If thou be del••ed in this sort, every trifling commedotie will hinder you in Obedience to the word. 3. Riches deceive men in regard of their effects,
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(5) commentary (DIV2)
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because they will not p••f•rme that which they seeme to promise, and which their owners expo•ted at their hands.
Because they will not p••f•rme that which they seem to promise, and which their owners expo•ted At their hands.
c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi cst r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc r-crq po32 n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2.
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They seeme to promise, and men expect nothing but good from them; and yet they bring much euill with them.
They seem to promise, and men expect nothing but good from them; and yet they bring much evil with them.
pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc n2 vvb pix cc-acp j p-acp pno32; cc av pns32 vvb d j-jn p-acp pno32.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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As thornes doe be•re greene leaues, white flowers, and •••cre blossomes, yet vnder the same, doe carry sharpe prickes, that will •••ke a men to bleede,
As thorns do be•re green leaves, white flowers, and •••cre blossoms, yet under the same, do carry sharp pricks, that will •••ke a men to bleed,
p-acp n2 vdb vvi j-jn n2, j-jn n2, cc n1 n2, av p-acp dt d, vdb vvi j vvz, cst vmb vvi dt n2 pc-acp vvi,
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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if he doe not ••ndle them choysely and warily. So riches doe promise to men great ease, high honour, many pleasures, and much contentment;
if he do not ••ndle them choysely and warily. So riches do promise to men great ease, high honour, many pleasures, and much contentment;
cs pns31 vdb xx vvi pno32 av-j cc av-j. av n2 vdb vvi p-acp n2 j n1, j n1, d n2, cc d n1;
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and yet withall they bring great paine, much trouble, and little contentment. They are not gotten without great labour;
and yet withal they bring great pain, much trouble, and little contentment. They Are not got without great labour;
cc av av pns32 vvb j n1, d n1, cc j n1. pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp j n1;
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nor kept without great care and feare; nor lost without great sorrowe.
nor kept without great care and Fear; nor lost without great sorrow.
ccx vvd p-acp j n1 cc n1; ccx vvd p-acp j n1.
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And so they are little better, then the apples of Sodome, which seeme to be faire and ripe, And so they Are little better, then the Apples of Sodom, which seem to be fair and ripe,
cc av pns32 vbr av-j av-jc, cs dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi j cc j,
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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and fit to be eaten, but if one taste them, they vanish into powder and smoake.
and fit to be eaten, but if one taste them, they vanish into powder and smoke.
cc j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp cs pi vvb pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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And that which is worse, they will seeme to make a man more fit, and yet in truth doe oftentimes make him more vnfit for Gods seruice.
And that which is Worse, they will seem to make a man more fit, and yet in truth do oftentimes make him more unfit for God's service.
cc cst r-crq vbz av-jc, pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-dc j, cc av p-acp n1 vdb av vvi pno31 av-dc j-u p-acp ng1 n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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They puffe vp his heart with pride, they make him more secure and careles of heauenly things, lesse to feare God and his iudgements,
They puff up his heart with pride, they make him more secure and careless of heavenly things, less to Fear God and his Judgments,
pns32 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb pno31 av-dc j cc j pp-f j n2, av-dc pc-acp vvi np1 cc po31 n2,
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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and lesse to regard and obey his word.
and less to regard and obey his word.
cc av-dc pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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And therefore the Lord, not without iust cause, gaue warning before hand to the people of Israel, that when they were placed in Canaan, (a land that flowed with milke and hony) and had eaten and filled themselues with the fruites thereof, they should beware that they forgat not the Lord their God, not keeping his commandements, and his ordinances.
And Therefore the Lord, not without just cause, gave warning before hand to the people of Israel, that when they were placed in Canaan, (a land that flowed with milk and honey) and had eaten and filled themselves with the fruits thereof, they should beware that they forgot not the Lord their God, not keeping his Commandments, and his ordinances.
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(5) commentary (DIV2)
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And afterward he thus complaineth of them: I spake vnto thee when thou wast in prospertie:
And afterwards he thus Complaineth of them: I spoke unto thee when thou wast in Prosperity:
cc av pns31 av vvz pp-f pno32: pns11 vvd p-acp pno21 c-crq pns21 vbd2s p-acp n1:
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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but thou sa•••st, I will not heare, this hath bene thy manner from thy youth. but thou sa•••st, I will not hear, this hath be thy manner from thy youth.
cc-acp pns21 vv2, pns11 vmb xx vvi, d vhz vbn po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
161
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Dauid in the time of his exile and persecution, committed no such sinnes, as he did when he was setled in his kingdome.David in the time of his exile and persecution, committed no such Sins, as he did when he was settled in his Kingdom.
np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, vvd dx d n2, c-acp pns31 vdd c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1.
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And it hath bene obserued and confessed by many of the learned, that the Church more abounded in pietie and zeale,
And it hath be observed and confessed by many of the learned, that the Church more abounded in piety and zeal,
cc pn31 vhz vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp d pp-f dt j, cst dt n1 av-dc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1,
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when it was persecuted and poore; then when it was peaceable, and endowed with riches. And thereupon it was said, Religio peperit di••tias, s•d filia deuor a•it matrem.
when it was persecuted and poor; then when it was peaceable, and endowed with riches. And thereupon it was said, Religio Peperit di••tias, s•d filia deuor a•it matrem.
c-crq pn31 vbds vvn cc j; av c-crq pn31 vbds j, cc vvn p-acp n2. cc av pn31 vbds vvn, np1 n1 fw-la, vvn fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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Religion brought forth riches, but the daughter, hath deuoured the mother. That as the Church encreased in possessions, so it decreased in vertue.
Religion brought forth riches, but the daughter, hath devoured the mother. That as the Church increased in possessions, so it decreased in virtue.
n1 vvd av n2, cc-acp dt n1, vhz vvn dt n1. cst p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp n2, av pn31 vvd p-acp n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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Some write, that whē Christian Emperours, with good entents, enriched the Church with lands and possessions, a voyce was heard to crye;
some write, that when Christian emperors, with good intents, enriched the Church with Lands and possessions, a voice was herd to cry;
d vvb, cst c-crq np1 n2, p-acp j n2, vvd dt n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi;
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This day is venome or poyson powred into the Church. And afterward the Church began to complaine, and say, In pace mea amtritudo mea maxima;
This day is venom or poison poured into the Church. And afterwards the Church began to complain, and say, In pace mea amtritudo mea maxima;
d n1 vbz n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. cc av dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la;
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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In pace mea, amaritudo mea amarissima. In my peace, my bitternes is the greatest; In my peace, my bitternes is the most bitter. In pace mea, amaritudo mea amarissima. In my peace, my bitterness is the greatest; In my peace, my bitterness is the most bitter.
p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. p-acp po11 n1, po11 n1 vbz dt js; p-acp po11 n1, po11 n1 vbz dt av-ds j.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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Not so bitter before by the death of Martyrs, and conflict with Heretikes, as now by the manners of the household.
Not so bitter before by the death of Martyrs, and conflict with Heretics, as now by the manners of the household.
xx av j c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 p-acp n2, c-acp av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1.
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So that not a fewe, but many, haue bene deceiued and corrupted by riches this way,
So that not a few, but many, have be deceived and corrupted by riches this Way,
av cst xx dt d, cc-acp d, vhb vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp n2 d n1,
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and therefore all had neede to looke to themselues. 4. Lastly, riches deceiue men, in respect of the continuance.
and Therefore all had need to look to themselves. 4. Lastly, riches deceive men, in respect of the Continuance.
cc av d vhd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px32. crd ord, n2 vvb n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1.
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Many trust to them, and hope to enioy them long, when as they are presently depriued of them. Thus was Dauid deceiued.
Many trust to them, and hope to enjoy them long, when as they Are presently deprived of them. Thus was David deceived.
av-d vvb p-acp pno32, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j, c-crq c-acp pns32 vbr av-j vvn pp-f pno32. av vbds np1 vvn.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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In his prosperitie, he said, I shall neuer be moued:
In his Prosperity, he said, I shall never be moved:
p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd, pns11 vmb av-x vbi vvn:
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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the Lord of his goodnes had made his mountaine to stand strong, but thē the Lord did hide his face, and he was troubled. the Lord of his Goodness had made his mountain to stand strong, but them the Lord did hide his face, and he was troubled.
dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vhd vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi j, p-acp pno32 dt n1 vdd vvi po31 n1, cc pns31 vbds vvn.
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In regard whereof, Salomon saith, Wilt thou cast thine eyes vpon that which is nothing? for riches taketh her to her wings, like an Eagle which flyeth into the heauen.
In regard whereof, Solomon Says, Wilt thou cast thine eyes upon that which is nothing? for riches Takes her to her wings, like an Eagl which flies into the heaven.
p-acp n1 c-crq, np1 vvz, vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n2 p-acp d r-crq vbz pix? p-acp n2 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n2, av-j dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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And Paul bad Timothie, charge rich men, not to trust to vncertaine riches, vncertaine they are, And Paul bad Timothy, charge rich men, not to trust to uncertain riches, uncertain they Are,
cc np1 j np1, vvb j n2, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2, j pns32 vbr,
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and therefore not to be trusted; they will deceiue those that trust to them. They will faile vs in our greatest neede, as namely, at the houre of death.
and Therefore not to be trusted; they will deceive those that trust to them. They will fail us in our greatest need, as namely, At the hour of death.
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(5) commentary (DIV2)
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That rich man, who enlarged his barnes, and la•d vp goods for many yeares, when he was in great hope of enioying them long, had his soule taken from him that •ight,
That rich man, who enlarged his Barns, and la•d up goods for many Years, when he was in great hope of enjoying them long, had his soul taken from him that •ight,
cst j n1, r-crq vvd po31 n2, cc vvd a-acp n2-j p-acp d n2, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp j n1 pp-f vvg pno32 av-j, vhd po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno31 cst n1,
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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and knew not who should enioy them. Naked came we into this would, and naked must we returne:
and knew not who should enjoy them. Naked Come we into this would, and naked must we return:
cc vvd xx r-crq vmd vvi pno32. j vvd pns12 p-acp d vmd, cc j vmb pns12 vvi:
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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wee brought nothing into it, neither must we carry any thing out of it: hic a•quiruniur, hic relinquntur, here they are gotten, and here they are left.
we brought nothing into it, neither must we carry any thing out of it: hic a•quiruniur, hic relinquntur, Here they Are got, and Here they Are left.
pns12 vvd pix p-acp pn31, dx vmb pns12 vvi d n1 av pp-f pn31: fw-la fw-fr, fw-la fw-la, av pns32 vbr vvn, cc av pns32 vbr vvn.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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All those waies doe riches deceiue men. And whom they deceiue, in their hearts they choake the word.
All those ways do riches deceive men. And whom they deceive, in their hearts they choke the word.
d d n2 vdb n2 vvi n2. cc ro-crq pns32 vvb, p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vvi dt n1.
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Such impediments are they to the word, as they hinder many from receiuing and professing it.
Such impediments Are they to the word, as they hinder many from receiving and professing it.
d n2 vbr pns32 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvb d p-acp vvg cc vvg pn31.
(5) commentary (DIV2)
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Christ said, the poore receiue the Gospell.
christ said, the poor receive the Gospel.
np1 vvd, dt j vvi dt n1.
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And Paul said, you see your calling, that not many mightie or many noble are called: And Paul said, you see your calling, that not many mighty or many noble Are called:
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but God hath chosen the weake ones to confound the mightie: and base and despised ones, to confound the noble. but God hath chosen the weak ones to confound the mighty: and base and despised ones, to confound the noble.
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So likewise they hinder men in the obedience and practise of the word.
So likewise they hinder men in the Obedience and practice of the word.
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Rich men are more bound to serue the Lord then the poore, for on whom he bestoweth much, of them he requireth much:
Rich men Are more bound to serve the Lord then the poor, for on whom he bestoweth much, of them he requires much:
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As he is more bountifull to thē, so should they be more dutifull to him: yet oftentimes it commeth to passe, that they seldomer heare it, and lesse obey it, then others doe.
As he is more bountiful to them, so should they be more dutiful to him: yet oftentimes it comes to pass, that they seldomer hear it, and less obey it, then Others doe.
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But the greater is their sinne, and the more fearefull shall be their iudgement, if they doe not amend.
But the greater is their sin, and the more fearful shall be their judgement, if they do not amend.
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You then that be rich, looke well about you, take heede lest your riches deceiue you,
You then that be rich, look well about you, take heed lest your riches deceive you,
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and in deceiuing you, make the word fruitles.
and in deceiving you, make the word fruitless.
cc p-acp vvg pn22, vvb dt n1 j.
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It had bene better neuer to haue enioyed them, then thus to be deceiued and hindred by them.
It had be better never to have enjoyed them, then thus to be deceived and hindered by them.
pn31 vhd vbn jc av-x pc-acp vhi vvn pno32, av av pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32.
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Salomon thought this to be an euill sicknes which he saw vnder the sunne: to wit, riches reserued to the own•rs thereof for their euill. Solomon Thought this to be an evil sickness which he saw under the sun: to wit, riches reserved to the own•rs thereof for their evil.
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And is it not verified in them:
And is it not verified in them:
cc vbz pn31 xx vvn p-acp pno32:
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whose Riches doe choake the worde in their hearts, and make it vnfruitfull in their liues? what greater euil could befall them? Do they not hereby endanger their owne soules? In a woefull case they are,
whose Riches do choke the word in their hearts, and make it unfruitful in their lives? what greater evil could befall them? Do they not hereby endanger their own Souls? In a woeful case they Are,
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and farre worse then the poorest in the world. CHRIST sayth vnto such, Woe be vnto you that are rich:
and Far Worse then the Poorest in the world. CHRIST say unto such, Woe be unto you that Are rich:
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for yee haue receyued your consolation. Some comfort they may find now, but none hereafter. for ye have received your consolation. some Comfort they may find now, but none hereafter.
p-acp pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1. d n1 pns32 vmb vvi av, cc-acp pix av.
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And Iames saith to them, Go too now yee Richmen, weepe and howle, for the miseries that shall come vppon you:
And James Says to them, Go too now ye Rich men, weep and howl, for the misery's that shall come upon you:
np1 np1 vvz p-acp pno32, vvb av av pn22 n2, vvb cc vvi, p-acp dt n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn22:
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your gold and siluer is cankred, and the rust thereof shal be a witnes against you, your gold and silver is cankered, and the rust thereof shall be a witness against you,
po22 n1 cc n1 vbz j-vvn, cc dt n1 av vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pn22,
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and shall eate your fl•sh, as it were fire. Ye haue heaped vppe Treasure for the last dayes.
and shall eat your fl•sh, as it were fire. You have heaped up Treasure for the last days.
cc vmb vvi po22 n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr n1. pn22 vhb vvn a-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n2.
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Though now they feare no danger, yet one day they shall feele it, to their great sorrowe.
Though now they Fear no danger, yet one day they shall feel it, to their great sorrow.
cs av pns32 vvb dx n1, av crd n1 pns32 vmb vvi pn31, p-acp po32 j n1.
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It is strange to see howe craftie and wise Rich men bee in worldly affaires.
It is strange to see how crafty and wise Rich men be in worldly affairs.
pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq j cc j j n2 vbi p-acp j n2.
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In all their dealings, they take such good heed, that they can hardly bee deceiued by any,
In all their dealings, they take such good heed, that they can hardly be deceived by any,
p-acp d po32 n2-vvg, pns32 vvb d j n1, cst pns32 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp d,
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yet in spirituall matters, touching the saluation of theyr soules, they may easily bee ouer-reached. They are to theyr great losse often deceyued, and yet doe not perceiue it:
yet in spiritual matters, touching the salvation of their Souls, they may Easily be overreached. They Are to their great loss often deceived, and yet do not perceive it:
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Their owne riches deceiue their soules, and yet they cannot discerne it, nor will acknowledge it.
Their own riches deceive their Souls, and yet they cannot discern it, nor will acknowledge it.
po32 d n2 vvi po32 n2, cc av pns32 vmbx vvi pn31, ccx vmb vvi pn31.
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Oh consider, that as the Diuell may deceiue you, and as other men may deceiue you,
O Consider, that as the devil may deceive you, and as other men may deceive you,
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so also your own wealth may deceiue you, and that as dangerously as any.
so also your own wealth may deceive you, and that as dangerously as any.
av av po22 d n1 vmb vvi pn22, cc d c-acp av-j c-acp d.
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It may so deceiue you, as it may procure your euerlasting destruction, if in time, you do not espie it, and redresse it.
It may so deceive you, as it may procure your everlasting destruction, if in time, you do not espy it, and redress it.
pn31 vmb av vvi pn22, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi po22 j n1, cs p-acp n1, pn22 vdb xx vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31.
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CHRIST would neuer haue said that the deceitfulnes of Riches, as Thornes choake the seed of the word,
CHRIST would never have said that the deceitfulness of Riches, as Thorns choke the seed of the word,
np1 vmd av-x vhi vvn d dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
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vnlesse riches did deceiue men, and make them vnfruitfull hearers. Let his words then be an admonition, to make you take better heede.
unless riches did deceive men, and make them unfruitful hearers. Let his words then be an admonition, to make you take better heed.
cs n2 vdd vvi n2, cc vvi pno32 j n2. vvb po31 n2 av vbi dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb jc n1.
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There is not any one of you, but if a Friende tolde you of a Couzener, that had beguyled manie,
There is not any one of you, but if a Friend told you of a Cozener, that had beguiled many,
pc-acp vbz xx d crd pp-f pn22, cc-acp cs dt n1 vvd pn22 pp-f dt n1, cst vhd vvn d,
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and went about to deceyue you, to your great dammage, you would take warning, and eyther refuse to haue any dealings at all with the man,
and went about to deceive you, to your great damage, you would take warning, and either refuse to have any dealings At all with the man,
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or else, if by necessity you were compelled thereunto, you would be so very circumspect in your dealings, that hee should hardly defraud you.
or Else, if by necessity you were compelled thereunto, you would be so very circumspect in your dealings, that he should hardly defraud you.
cc av, cs p-acp n1 pn22 vbdr vvn av, pn22 vmd vbi av av j p-acp po22 n2-vvg, cst pns31 vmd av vvi pn22.
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Christ Iesus here lets you vnderstand, that riches are deceitfull, and that in deceiuing men, they hinder them in that which serues for Gods glory,
christ Iesus Here lets you understand, that riches Are deceitful, and that in deceiving men, they hinder them in that which serves for God's glory,
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and the good of their owne soules.
and the good of their own Souls.
cc dt j pp-f po32 d n2.
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And will not you receiue warning, and beware of them? Take heede of them, they seeme to be your good friends,
And will not you receive warning, and beware of them? Take heed of them, they seem to be your good Friends,
cc vmb xx pn22 vvi n1, cc vvb pp-f pno32? vvb n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi po22 j n2,
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and much to pleasure you, yet is there falshood in their fellowship. The better you like them, the more you loue them:
and much to pleasure you, yet is there falsehood in their fellowship. The better you like them, the more you love them:
cc d pc-acp vvi pn22, av vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1. dt jc pn22 vvb pno32, dt av-dc pn22 vvb pno32:
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and the more you trust them, the more readie are they to deceiue you.
and the more you trust them, the more ready Are they to deceive you.
cc dt av-dc pn22 vvb pno32, dt av-dc j vbr pns32 pc-acp vvi pn22.
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And indeed this is one of the strangest and grossest deceits that can be found in the world In other matters men are deceiued against their wills,
And indeed this is one of the strangest and Grossest Deceits that can be found in the world In other matters men Are deceived against their wills,
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but in this, with their wills.
but in this, with their wills.
cc-acp p-acp d, p-acp po32 n2.
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In other things the deceiued, doe of themselues soone espie the cosenage, and seeke to helpe themselues:
In other things the deceived, doe of themselves soon espy the cozenage, and seek to help themselves:
p-acp j-jn n2 dt j-vvn, n1 pp-f px32 av vvi dt n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi px32:
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but in this, many are deceiued continually, and yet cannot discerne it? yea, if another tell them of it,
but in this, many Are deceived continually, and yet cannot discern it? yea, if Another tell them of it,
cc-acp p-acp d, d vbr vvn av-j, cc av vmbx vvi pn31? uh, cs j-jn vvb pno32 pp-f pn31,
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yet will they not beleeue it. In other fraudes the deceiuers are most in fault; but here the deceiued are in greatest fault:
yet will they not believe it. In other frauds the deceivers Are most in fault; but Here the deceived Are in greatest fault:
av vmb pns32 xx vvi pn31. p-acp j-jn n2 dt n2 vbr av-ds p-acp n1; cc-acp av dt vvn vbr p-acp js n1:
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for riches deceiue you, not through their owne craft, 〈 ◊ 〉 through your corruption: not through their fraudulēt perswasions, but throgh your fond affections:
for riches deceive you, not through their own craft, 〈 ◊ 〉 through your corruption: not through their fraudulent persuasions, but through your found affections:
c-acp n2 vvb pn22, xx p-acp po32 d n1, 〈 sy 〉 p-acp po22 n1: xx p-acp po32 j n2, cc-acp p-acp po22 j n2:
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not through their bad practises, but through your madde behauiour. Riches are no causes, but occasions of the deceit.
not through their bad practises, but through your mad behaviour. Riches Are no Causes, but occasions of the deceit.
xx p-acp po32 j n2, cc-acp p-acp po22 j n1. n2 vbr dx n2, cc-acp n2 pp-f dt n1.
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Men take occasion by them, & vse them as meanes to deceiue themselues. As Paul sayd of Sinne and the Law;
Men take occasion by them, & use them as means to deceive themselves. As Paul said of Sin and the Law;
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Sinne tooke occasion by the Commaundement, and deceiued me, and thereby slew me. So may we say of mans corruption and riches:
Sin took occasion by the Commandment, and deceived me, and thereby slew me. So may we say of men corruption and riches:
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His corruption taketh occasion by riches to deceiue himselfe, and therby to destroy himselfe. He is deceiued by the supposed pleasantnesse of riches;
His corruption Takes occasion by riches to deceive himself, and thereby to destroy himself. He is deceived by the supposed pleasantness of riches;
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as Eue was deceiued by the pleasantnes of the Apple. And as Eue was more to be blamed then the Apple;
as Eue was deceived by the pleasantness of the Apple. And as Eue was more to be blamed then the Apple;
c-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc p-acp np1 vbds av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn av dt n1;
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so is the rich man more to be blamed then his riches.
so is the rich man more to be blamed then his riches.
av vbz dt j n1 av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn av po31 n2.
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If riches doe so dangerously deceiue men, how may we vse riches, that they may not deceiue vs;
If riches do so dangerously deceive men, how may we use riches, that they may not deceive us;
cs n2 vdb av av-j vvi n2, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pno12;
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nor like thornes, hinder the fruit of the word.
nor like thorns, hinder the fruit of the word.
ccx j n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
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You neede not to cast them away, as Crates the Thebane, and some other Philosophers did.
You need not to cast them away, as Crates the Theban, and Some other Philosophers did.
pn22 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pno32 av, c-acp np1 dt njp, cc d j-jn n2 vdd.
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They are the good blessinges of God, and may be well vsed, for Gods glory, and mans good.
They Are the good blessings of God, and may be well used, for God's glory, and men good.
pns32 vbr dt j n2 pp-f np1, cc vmb vbi av vvn, p-acp ng1 n1, cc ng1 j.
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Obserue these 5. Rules, and they shall not deceiue you, nor choake the word in your hearts. 1. Set not your affections on them, desire them not too earnestly, loue them not too dearely:
Observe these 5. Rules, and they shall not deceive you, nor choke the word in your hearts. 1. Set not your affections on them, desire them not too earnestly, love them not too dearly:
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according to the instruction of the Kingly Prophet; If riches increase, set not your hearts thereon:
according to the instruction of the Kingly Prophet; If riches increase, Set not your hearts thereon:
vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; cs n2 vvb, vvd xx po22 n2 av:
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but rather as the Apostle exhorteth; They which vse this world, let them be as though they vsed it not.
but rather as the Apostle exhorteth; They which use this world, let them be as though they used it not.
p-acp av-c p-acp dt n1 vvz; pns32 r-crq vvb d n1, vvb pno32 vbi p-acp cs pns32 vvd pn31 xx.
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It is your inordinate affection toward them, that makes them to deceiue you, and hinder you in the obedience of the word.
It is your inordinate affection towards them, that makes them to deceive you, and hinder you in the Obedience of the word.
pn31 vbz po22 j n1 p-acp pno32, cst vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi pn22, cc vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
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The more you loue them, the lesse will you loue the word, the lesse desire wil you haue to heare and learne it,
The more you love them, the less will you love the word, the less desire will you have to hear and Learn it,
dt av-dc pn22 vvb pno32, dt av-dc vmb pn22 vvi dt n1, dt av-dc n1 vmb pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31,
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and the lesse care to obey it.
and the less care to obey it.
cc dt av-dc n1 pc-acp vvi pn31.
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If your hearts be set on wealth, it will so deceiue you, that no sinne can be gainefull,
If your hearts be Set on wealth, it will so deceive you, that no sin can be gainful,
cs po22 n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vmb av vvi pn22, cst dx n1 vmb vbi j,
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but you will be ready to practise it: and no dutie bring any damage, but y•• shall neglect it.
but you will be ready to practise it: and no duty bring any damage, but y•• shall neglect it.
cc-acp pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31: cc dx n1 vvi d n1, cc-acp n1 vmb vvi pn31.
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Is not the desire of money the roote of all euill? What makes some to lye in their bargayning? some to sweare vainely & falsly? some to vse fraude and cousonage? some to oppresse and wrong others,
Is not the desire of money the root of all evil? What makes Some to lie in their bargaining? Some to swear vainly & falsely? Some to use fraud and Cousinage? Some to oppress and wrong Others,
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but an immoderate desire of riches? This is the very spawne of all sinne, in vniust dealing: therefore learne to moderate it.
but an immoderate desire of riches? This is the very spawn of all sin, in unjust dealing: Therefore Learn to moderate it.
cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2? d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp j n-vvg: av vvb pc-acp vvi pn31.
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Doth not Christ say, that he who loueth father or mother, sonne or daughter, wife or children,
Does not christ say, that he who loves father or mother, son or daughter, wife or children,
vdz xx np1 vvi, cst pns31 r-crq vvz n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n2,
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or his owne life, more then me, is vnworthy of me: hee cannot be my Disciple:
or his own life, more then me, is unworthy of me: he cannot be my Disciple:
cc po31 d n1, av-dc cs pno11, vbz j pp-f pno11: pns31 vmbx vbi po11 n1:
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And is he worthy of him, or can be his Disciple, who loueth lands & liuing, wealth and riches, better then him? Doth not hee say;
And is he worthy of him, or can be his Disciple, who loves Lands & living, wealth and riches, better then him? Does not he say;
cc vbz pns31 j pp-f pno31, cc vmb vbi po31 n1, r-crq vvz n2 cc j-vvg, n1 cc n2, jc cs pno31? vdz xx pns31 vvi;
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If any man loue me, hee will keepe my word? Those then that transgresse his word for their owne aduantage, If any man love me, he will keep my word? Those then that transgress his word for their own advantage,
cs d n1 vvb pno11, pns31 vmb vvi po11 n1? d av d vvb po31 n1 p-acp po32 d n1,
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and sinne against him, to get, to keepe, or to encrease their riches;
and sin against him, to get, to keep, or to increase their riches;
cc n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2;
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doe they not loue their riches better then him? 2. Be content to employ your riches as the word directeth you.
do they not love their riches better then him? 2. Be content to employ your riches as the word directeth you.
vdb pns32 xx vvi po32 n2 jc cs pno31? crd vbb j pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz pn22.
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You are but Stewards of your riches, the Lord is the owner, and wil one day call you to giue an account for your Stewardship: You Are but Stewards of your riches, the Lord is the owner, and will one day call you to give an account for your Stewardship:
pn22 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f po22 n2, dt n1 vbz dt n1, cc vmb crd n1 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 n1:
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you must not therefore vse them as you list. but as he will: how he would haue you to vse them, he teacheth you by his word.
you must not Therefore use them as you list. but as he will: how he would have you to use them, he Teaches you by his word.
pn22 vmb xx av vvi pno32 c-acp pn22 vvb. p-acp c-acp pns31 vmb: c-crq pns31 vmd vhi pn22 pc-acp vvi pno32, pns31 vvz pn22 p-acp po31 n1.
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Wherefore make the word your Counsellour in all your dealings. Doe not get your wealth by any other meanes then the word alloweth:
Wherefore make the word your Counselor in all your dealings. Do not get your wealth by any other means then the word alloweth:
q-crq vvb dt n1 po22 n1 p-acp d po22 n2-vvg. vdb xx vvi po22 n1 p-acp d j-jn n2 av dt n1 vvz:
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doe not keepe it any longer then the word permitteth: and doe not otherwise bestow it or spend it, then the word approueth:
do not keep it any longer then the word permitteth: and do not otherwise bestow it or spend it, then the word approveth:
vdb xx vvi pn31 d av-jc cs dt n1 vvz: cc vdb xx av vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31, cs dt n1 vvz:
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Then cannot your riches hinder, but will rather further your obedience:
Then cannot your riches hinder, but will rather further your Obedience:
av vmbx po22 n2 vvi, cc-acp vmb av-c av-jc po22 n1:
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the vse of them will be a practise of the word. 3. Account the word of God,
the use of them will be a practice of the word. 3. Account the word of God,
dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. crd vvb dt n1 pp-f np1,
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and the graces and blessings conueyed vnto thee thereby, greater riches, and more precious Jewels then all the wealth of the world.
and the graces and blessings conveyed unto thee thereby, greater riches, and more precious Jewels then all the wealth of the world.
cc dt n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pno21 av, jc n2, cc av-dc j n2 av d dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
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Know that godlinesse (as the Apostle teacheth) is great gaine.
Know that godliness (as the Apostle Teaches) is great gain.
vvb d n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) vbz j n1.
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Be of Pauls minde, who thought all things but losse, for the excellēt knowledge sake of Christ Iesus our Lord: Be of Paul's mind, who Thought all things but loss, for the excellent knowledge sake of christ Iesus our Lord:
vbb pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq vvd d n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 n1 pp-f np1 np1 po12 n1:
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for whom hee counted all things losse, and did iudge them to be dung, that hee might winne Christ.
for whom he counted all things loss, and did judge them to be dung, that he might win christ.
p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd d n2 n1, cc vdd vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi np1.
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As the soule is more excellent then the body; and as heauen is more excellent then the earth;
As the soul is more excellent then the body; and as heaven is more excellent then the earth;
p-acp dt n1 vbz av-dc j cs dt n1; cc c-acp n1 vbz av-dc j cs dt n1;
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so those thinges which belong to the soule, and come from heauen, are more excellent then those things which belong to the body, and come from the earth.
so those things which belong to the soul, and come from heaven, Are more excellent then those things which belong to the body, and come from the earth.
av d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvb p-acp n1, vbr av-dc j cs d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvb p-acp dt n1.
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If thou doe so esteeme of them, thou wilt not suffer the wealth of the world to hinder thee of them.
If thou do so esteem of them, thou wilt not suffer the wealth of the world to hinder thee of them.
cs pns21 vdb av vvi pp-f pno32, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 pp-f pno32.
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If thou canst not enioy both together, thou wilt rather forgoe wealth then the word. The want of this due estimation, causeth riches to be an hinderance to many.
If thou Canst not enjoy both together, thou wilt rather forgo wealth then the word. The want of this due estimation, Causes riches to be an hindrance to many.
cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi d av, pns21 vm2 av-c vvi n1 cs dt n1. dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1, vvz n2 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d.
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They thinke too highly of worldly wealth; but too basely of Gods word and his graces:
They think too highly of worldly wealth; but too basely of God's word and his graces:
pns32 vvb av av-j pp-f j n1; cc-acp av av-j pp-f npg1 n1 cc po31 n2:
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and therefore had rather get and keepe ther wealth, then obey the word, and increase in grace. 4. Pray earnestly vnto God, that he would giue thee grace to vse riches aright,
and Therefore had rather get and keep their wealth, then obey the word, and increase in grace. 4. prey earnestly unto God, that he would give thee grace to use riches aright,
cc av vhd av-c vvb cc vvi po32 n1, av vvb dt n1, cc vvi p-acp n1. crd n1 av-j p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno21 n1 pc-acp vvi n2 av,
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euen for the glory of his Name, for the good of thine owne soule, and for the benefit of others.
even for the glory of his Name, for the good of thine own soul, and for the benefit of Others.
av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt j pp-f po21 d n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn.
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Say vnto the Lord with Dauid; Encline my heart to thy testimonies, and not to couetousnesse:
Say unto the Lord with David; Incline my heart to thy testimonies, and not to covetousness:
np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1; vvi po11 n1 p-acp po21 n2, cc xx p-acp n1:
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for thy heart cannot be enclined to both together. Pray thus before thou come to hear;
for thy heart cannot be inclined to both together. prey thus before thou come to hear;
p-acp po21 n1 vmbx vbi vvd p-acp d av. n1 av c-acp pns21 vvb pc-acp vvi;
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pray thus after thou hast heard.
pray thus After thou hast herd.
vvb av c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn.
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And in all thy dealings of the world, pray to God to plucke these thornes out of thy heart,
And in all thy dealings of the world, pray to God to pluck these thorns out of thy heart,
cc p-acp d po21 n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d n2 av pp-f po21 n1,
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lest they hinder thee in the obedience of his word.
lest they hinder thee in the Obedience of his word.
cs pns32 vvb pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.
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The more thou prayest thus, the lesse shall the deceitfulnes of riches hinder thee. 5. Though thou abound in wealth, yet be not proud;
The more thou Prayest thus, the less shall the deceitfulness of riches hinder thee. 5. Though thou abound in wealth, yet be not proud;
dt av-dc pns21 vv2 av, dt av-dc vmb dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb pno21. crd cs pns21 vvb p-acp n1, av vbb xx j;
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but be as lowly and humble as if thou liued in want: for GOD resisteth the proude, and giueth grace to the humble.
but be as lowly and humble as if thou lived in want: for GOD Resisteth the proud, and gives grace to the humble.
cc-acp vbb a-acp j cc j c-acp cs pns21 vvd p-acp n1: c-acp np1 vvz dt j, cc vvz n1 p-acp dt j.
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Paul would not haue commaunded Timothie, to charge rich men, that they be not high minded, vnlesse there were some danger that way. Paul would not have commanded Timothy, to charge rich men, that they be not high minded, unless there were Some danger that Way.
np1 vmd xx vhi vvn np1, pc-acp vvi j n2, cst pns32 vbb xx j vvn, cs pc-acp vbdr d n1 cst n1.
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They are in danger of being proud, and when they are proud, they are in danger of disobedience:
They Are in danger of being proud, and when they Are proud, they Are in danger of disobedience:
pns32 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f vbg j, cc c-crq pns32 vbr j, pns32 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f n1:
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for proude men will despise the word, and will thinke scorne to be taught their dutie,
for proud men will despise the word, and will think scorn to be taught their duty,
c-acp j n2 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vbi vvn po32 n1,
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and to be reproued for their faults by a poore Minister:
and to be reproved for their Faults by a poor Minister:
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1:
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and will no further obey the word then they thinke it may stand with their credit and honour.
and will no further obey the word then they think it may stand with their credit and honour.
cc vmb av-dx av-jc vvi dt n1 cs pns32 vvb pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc n1.
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Know that God is no respecter of persons: the poore may be as acceptable to him as the rich:
Know that God is no respecter of Persons: the poor may be as acceptable to him as the rich:
vvb cst np1 vbz dx n1 pp-f n2: dt j vmb vbi a-acp j p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j:
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he more respecteth mans disposition and behauiour, then his outward estate. If thou be poore, be not dismayed: if rich, be not proud.
he more respecteth men disposition and behaviour, then his outward estate. If thou be poor, be not dismayed: if rich, be not proud.
pns31 av-dc vvz ng1 n1 cc n1, cs po31 j n1. cs pns21 vbb j, vbb xx vvn: cs j, vbb xx j.
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Lastly, if riches deceiue men, and hinder them in the obedience of the word, let not the poorer sort alwaies follow the example of rich men.
Lastly, if riches deceive men, and hinder them in the Obedience of the word, let not the Poorer sort always follow the Exampl of rich men.
ord, cs n2 vvb n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb xx dt jc n1 av vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2.
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Their riches doeth often choake the worde which they heare, so as it taketh no effect in their hearts,
Their riches doth often choke the word which they hear, so as it Takes no Effect in their hearts,
po32 n2 vdz av vvi dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, av c-acp pn31 vvz dx n1 p-acp po32 n2,
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nor yeeldeth any fruit in their liues. If then the poorer sort will doe as they doe, they will prooue vnprofitable hearers.
nor yields any fruit in their lives. If then the Poorer sort will do as they do, they will prove unprofitable hearers.
ccx vvz d n1 p-acp po32 n2. cs av dt jc n1 vmb vdi c-acp pns32 vdb, pns32 vmb vvi j n2.
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In worldlie matters the poorer sort will follow them no further then serueth for their present profite.
In worldly matters the Poorer sort will follow them no further then serveth for their present profit.
p-acp j n2 dt jc n1 vmb vvi pno32 av-dx av-jc av vvz p-acp po32 j n1.
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If the rich should sow among thornes, and reape a course croppe of corne at haruest, through ill husbandry;
If the rich should sow among thorns, and reap a course crop of corn At harvest, through ill Husbandry;
cs dt j vmd vvi p-acp n2, cc vvi dt n1 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, p-acp j-jn n1;
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the poore will not be drawne by their example to vse the like ill husbandry, nor bee content to reape the like croppe:
the poor will not be drawn by their Exampl to use the like ill Husbandry, nor be content to reap the like crop:
dt j vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j j-jn n1, ccx vbb j pc-acp vvi dt j n1:
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but whatsoeuer the other doe, they will be carefull to dresse their ground after the best manner,
but whatsoever the other doe, they will be careful to dress their ground After the best manner,
cc-acp r-crq dt j-jn n1, pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt js n1,
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and seeke to make the best profite of that little lande which they occupie.
and seek to make the best profit of that little land which they occupy.
cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt js n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq pns32 vvb.
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And why then should they imitate their ill husbandry in spirituall and heauenly thinges? If in Christs time,
And why then should they imitate their ill Husbandry in spiritual and heavenly things? If in Christ time,
cc c-crq av vmd pns32 vvi po32 j-jn n1 p-acp j cc j n2? cs p-acp npg1 n1,
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and the Adostles time, the poore had beene led by the example of the rich, very few had embraced the Go••ell:
and the Apostles time, the poor had been led by the Exampl of the rich, very few had embraced the Go••ell:
cc dt n2 n1, dt j vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, av d vhd vvn dt n1:
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many of them did receiue it, though most of the rich did reiect it. Consider this, that their example will not ex•••e you before God:
many of them did receive it, though most of the rich did reject it. Consider this, that their Exampl will not ex•••e you before God:
d pp-f pno32 vdd vvi pn31, cs ds pp-f dt j vdd vvi pn31. np1 d, cst po32 n1 vmb xx vvi pn22 p-acp np1:
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your meane state hath least impediments. The wise man desired God to giue him neither riches nor pouertie;
your mean state hath least impediments. The wise man desired God to give him neither riches nor poverty;
po22 j n1 vhz av-ds n2. dt j n1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 dx n2 ccx n1;
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but to feed him with foode con•enient, lest being f•••, bee should deny GOD, or beeing 〈 ◊ 〉, should steale,
but to feed him with food con•enient, lest being f•••, be should deny GOD, or being 〈 ◊ 〉, should steal,
cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1 j, cs vbg n1, vbb vmd vvi np1, cc vbg 〈 sy 〉, vmd vvi,
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and take Gods N••e in vaine.
and take God's N••e in vain.
cc vvi npg1 n1 p-acp j.
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And therfore as ground without thornes, yeeldeth greater increase then that which is ful of thornes:
And Therefore as ground without thorns, yields greater increase then that which is full of thorns:
cc av p-acp n1 p-acp n2, vvz jc n1 cs d r-crq vbz j pp-f n2:
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So •ou who be of middle and meane es•••e, should performe greater obedience, then those that be exceeding rich, or very poore.
So •ou who be of middle and mean es•••e, should perform greater Obedience, then those that be exceeding rich, or very poor.
av uh q-crq vbb a-acp j-jn cc j n1, vmd vvi jc n1, cs d cst vbb vvg j, cc av j.
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The third and last thing, that as a thorne choaketh the word, is voluptuous liuing, or the pleasures of this life. The third and last thing, that as a thorn choketh the word, is voluptuous living, or the pleasures of this life.
dt ord cc ord n1, cst p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, vbz j n-vvg, cc dt n2 pp-f d n1.
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Though Mathew omit this, yet Marke mentioneth it as well as this Euangelist; and calleth it, The lusts of other things, or lusts about other things. This diff•reth from the former:
Though Matthew omit this, yet Mark mentioneth it as well as this Evangelist; and calls it, The Lustiest of other things, or Lustiest about other things. This diff•reth from the former:
cs np1 vvb d, av vvb vvz pn31 a-acp av c-acp d np1; cc vvz pn31, dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, cc n2 p-acp j-jn n2. np1 vvz p-acp dt j:
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for men may be rich, and yet enioy no pleasure. Salomon sayde, hee saw this euill vnder the S•nne, and it was much among men.
for men may be rich, and yet enjoy no pleasure. Solomon said, he saw this evil under the S•nne, and it was much among men.
c-acp n2 vmb vbi j, cc av vvb dx n1. np1 vvd, pns31 vvd d n-jn p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vbds av-d p-acp n2.
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A man to whom God had giuen riches, Eccle. 6.1.2. and treasures, and honour, and wanted nothing for his soule, of all that it desired: A man to whom God had given riches, Eccle. 6.1.2. and treasures, and honour, and wanted nothing for his soul, of all that it desired:
dt n1 p-acp ro-crq np1 vhd vvn n2, np1 crd. cc n2, cc n1, cc vvd pix p-acp po31 n1, pp-f d cst pn31 vvd:
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but God gaue him no power to eate thereof, but a strange man shall eate it vp. but God gave him no power to eat thereof, but a strange man shall eat it up.
cc-acp np1 vvd pno31 dx n1 pc-acp vvi av, cc-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi pn31 a-acp.
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This is vanitie and an euill sicknesse.
This is vanity and an evil sickness.
d vbz n1 cc dt j-jn n1.
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Some are so miserable, as they cannot finde in their hearts to vse their riches for their owne comfort;
some Are so miserable, as they cannot find in their hearts to use their riches for their own Comfort;
d vbr av j, c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 d n1;
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but let them lye by them, as a sicke man doth his meate. Againe, there be many who liue in pleasure, and yet enioy little wealth;
but let them lie by them, as a sick man does his meat. Again, there be many who live in pleasure, and yet enjoy little wealth;
cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp dt j n1 vdz po31 n1. av, pc-acp vbi d r-crq vvb p-acp n1, cc av vvb j n1;
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who waste their wealth in wantonnesse, and care little for riches, so that they may haue their pleasure for a time.
who waste their wealth in wantonness, and care little for riches, so that they may have their pleasure for a time.
q-crq vvb po32 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvb j p-acp n2, av cst pns32 vmb vhi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1.
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Such are the wanton youthes of our age, who like the prodigall Sonne, spend their patrimonie by notous liuing.
Such Are the wanton youths of our age, who like the prodigal Son, spend their patrimony by notous living.
d vbr dt j-jn n2 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq av-j dt j-jn n1, vvb po32 n1 p-acp j n-vvg.
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These carnall pleasures will no lesse choake the seede of the word, and hinder the fruites of it,
These carnal pleasures will no less choke the seed of the word, and hinder the fruits of it,
d j n2 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31,
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then cares of the world, or deceitfulnesse of riches. Salomon was a myrrour of wisedome:
then Cares of the world, or deceitfulness of riches. Solomon was a mirror of Wisdom:
cs n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2. np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1:
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yet when hee gaue himselfe to voluptousnesse, he forgat himselfe, neglected his dutie to his Creator,
yet when he gave himself to voluptousnesse, he forgot himself, neglected his duty to his Creator,
av c-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd px31, vvd po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1,
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and gaue way to abhominable Idolatrie.
and gave Way to abominable Idolatry.
cc vvd n1 p-acp j n1.
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And for this cause did Iob sacrifice for his children when they were feasting, lest the pleasures thereof should make them blaspheme God in their hearts.
And for this cause did Job sacrifice for his children when they were feasting, lest the pleasures thereof should make them Blaspheme God in their hearts.
cc p-acp d n1 vdd np1 n1 p-acp po31 n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvg, cs dt n2 av vmd vvi pno32 vvi np1 p-acp po32 n2.
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And Paul sayd, that the window which hueth in pleasure, is dead while she is aliue: And Paul said, that the window which hueth in pleasure, is dead while she is alive:
cc np1 vvd, cst dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1, vbz j cs pns31 vbz j:
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because such are no more able to performe the duties of Christians, then one that is dead is able to performe the office of a man.
Because such Are no more able to perform the duties of Christians, then one that is dead is able to perform the office of a man.
c-acp d vbr dx av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cs pi cst vbz j vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
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These pleasures hinder the fruitfulnes of the word in three respects. 1. In regard of the nature of the word,
These pleasures hinder the fruitfulness of the word in three respects. 1. In regard of the nature of the word,
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& the obedience therof, it affordeth no such carnal pleasures as the natural man desireth:
& the Obedience thereof, it affords no such carnal pleasures as the natural man Desires:
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though it yeeld spirituall and heauenly pleasures, yet it it yeeldeth no corporall or carnall pleasures.
though it yield spiritual and heavenly pleasures, yet it it yields no corporal or carnal pleasures.
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And therfore voluptuous persons, who minde nothing but their pleasures, haue no care to obey the word, which bringes them no such pleasures as they desire.
And Therefore voluptuous Persons, who mind nothing but their pleasures, have no care to obey the word, which brings them not such pleasures as they desire.
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Na• the word doth crucify our lusts, doth cu•be & moderate our pleasures.
Na• the word does crucify our Lustiest, does cu•be & moderate our pleasures.
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And therefore the naturall man, who hath his heart wholy set on pleasures, and will not be stinted in the vse of them, cannot endure it. 2. In regard of the effect of pleasures, they breede securitie in the heart, make it more vnfit for grace, more prone to vice,
And Therefore the natural man, who hath his heart wholly Set on pleasures, and will not be stinted in the use of them, cannot endure it. 2. In regard of the Effect of pleasures, they breed security in the heart, make it more unfit for grace, more prove to vice,
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& lesse f•arefull of sinne and punishment. And therefore it is sayd, That Whoredome and Wine take away the heart.
& less f•arefull of sin and punishment. And Therefore it is said, That Whoredom and Wine take away the heart.
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Pleasure, like another Cyrce, so enchanteth mens mindes, that like bruite beastes, they are altogether giuen to sensuallitie,
Pleasure, like Another Cyrce, so enchanteth men's minds, that like bruit beasts, they Are altogether given to sensuality,
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and wholy neglect their dutie to God. 3 In regard of the matter of pleasures:
and wholly neglect their duty to God. 3 In regard of the matter of pleasures:
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for many carnall pleasures consist in the vse of vnlawfull thinges, and in the practise of some sinne.
for many carnal pleasures consist in the use of unlawful things, and in the practice of Some sin.
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Now if a mans heart bee set on pleasure, then to satisfie his pleasure hee will sinne against GOD,
Now if a men heart be Set on pleasure, then to satisfy his pleasure he will sin against GOD,
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as Eue did in eating the forbidden fruite.
as Eve did in eating the forbidden fruit.
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And as Herode did, who though hee heard Iohn Baptist gladly, and did many thinges that he taught,
And as Herod did, who though he herd John Baptist gladly, and did many things that he taught,
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yet he would not put away his brothers wife, as he was commaunded.
yet he would not put away his Brother's wife, as he was commanded.
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Voluptuous persons wil not embrace such doctrine, nor follow such teachers as condemne their vnlawfull pleasures.
Voluptuous Persons will not embrace such Doctrine, nor follow such Teachers as condemn their unlawful pleasures.
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They will not suffer wholesome doctrine (as Paul fore-told,) but after their owne lusts, get them an heape of teachers, to trie whether any will tollerate their sinfull pleasures,
They will not suffer wholesome Doctrine (as Paul foretold,) but After their own Lustiest, get them an heap of Teachers, to try whither any will tolerate their sinful pleasures,
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and them will they like best. Voluptas est esca malorum: Pleasure is the baite of sinne.
and them will they like best. Voluptas est Esca malorum: Pleasure is the bait of sin.
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And man is taken with pleasure, as the fish with an hooke.
And man is taken with pleasure, as the Fish with an hook.
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As the Fisherman couereth his hooke with a baite, that the fish biting at the baite, may be catched with the hooke:
As the Fisherman Covereth his hook with a bait, that the Fish biting At the bait, may be catched with the hook:
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So the Diuell doeth baite many sinnes with pleasure, that man receiuing the pleasure, may be catched with the sinne.
So the devil doth bait many Sins with pleasure, that man receiving the pleasure, may be catched with the sin.
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In regard whereof, the voluptuous man, who will not bee abridged of any pleasure, committeth many sinnes against God,
In regard whereof, the voluptuous man, who will not be abridged of any pleasure, Committeth many Sins against God,
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and fayleth often in the obedience of the word.
and Faileth often in the Obedience of the word.
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He may often heare the word, yet will not obey it in any point which crosseth his pleasure.
He may often hear the word, yet will not obey it in any point which Crosseth his pleasure.
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As some sicke patients are content that the Physition prescribe them a dyet, and sometime aske him a question,
As Some sick patients Are content that the physician prescribe them a diet, and sometime ask him a question,
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whether such meate be good for them or no:
whither such meat be good for them or not:
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though the Physition, who best knowes what is hurtfull for him, doe forbid them some kinds of meate,
though the physician, who best knows what is hurtful for him, do forbid them Some Kinds of meat,
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yet haue they so strong an appetite to some of those meates, as for all his direction, they will not forgoe them,
yet have they so strong an appetite to Some of those Meats, as for all his direction, they will not forgo them,
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but onely would haue beene glad if he would allow them.
but only would have been glad if he would allow them.
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So men come to heare the worde, and there by to learne what is good and ill for the health of their soules:
So men come to hear the word, and there by to Learn what is good and ill for the health of their Souls:
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though the Preacher giue them good direction, yet so earnest is their desire of pleasure, that they will take their delight in those thinges which hee by the worde doeth forbid.
though the Preacher give them good direction, yet so earnest is their desire of pleasure, that they will take their delight in those things which he by the word doth forbid.
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This may teach vs, to take heede of pleasures. If our hearts be drawne away with them, wee shall be barren soyle.
This may teach us, to take heed of pleasures. If our hearts be drawn away with them, we shall be barren soil.
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We professed and promised in our Baptisme, to renounce the vaine pompe and glorie of the world,
We professed and promised in our Baptism, to renounce the vain pomp and glory of the world,
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and all carnall desires of the flesh:
and all carnal Desires of the Flesh:
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shall we then by seeking & following them, choake the word in our hearts? Although before our conuersion, we were (as the Apostle speaketh of himselfe and others) disobedient, deceiued, seruing the lusts and diuers pleasures:
shall we then by seeking & following them, choke the word in our hearts? Although before our conversion, we were (as the Apostle speaks of himself and Others) disobedient, deceived, serving the Lustiest and diverse pleasures:
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yet now after our conuersion, we must forgoe many pleasures, that so we may yeeld better obedience, to the word of God.
yet now After our conversion, we must forgo many pleasures, that so we may yield better Obedience, to the word of God.
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It was foretold by Paul, that in the last daies shall come perilous times: for men should be louers of pleasures, more then louers of God.
It was foretold by Paul, that in the last days shall come perilous times: for men should be lovers of pleasures, more then lovers of God.
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I may say to you, as Christ sayd of Isaiahs Prophecy; This day is this Scripture fulfilled in your cares: I may say to you, as christ said of Isaiah's Prophecy; This day is this Scripture fulfilled in your Cares:
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now are come those perilous times. Now doe many men loue their pleasures, more then they loue God.
now Are come those perilous times. Now do many men love their pleasures, more then they love God.
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The loue of God is seene in keeping his Commaundements.
The love of God is seen in keeping his commandments.
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Those then that are more carefull, take more paines, and defray more charges, to satisfie themselues in their ple•sures,
Those then that Are more careful, take more pains, and defray more charges, to satisfy themselves in their ple•sures,
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then to glorify God, by the obedience of his word:
then to Glorify God, by the Obedience of his word:
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Are they not louers of pleasures, more then louers of God? And those that wil•ully breake Gods Commaundements, that so they may enioy their pleasures;
are they not lovers of pleasures, more then lovers of God? And those that wil•ully break God's commandments, that so they may enjoy their pleasures;
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as some by whoredome, others by surfetting and drunkennesse; others by scoffing and iesting; others by lasciuious dancing, riotous gaming, wanton sports & prophane pastimes on the Sabboth day;
as Some by whoredom, Others by surfeiting and Drunkenness; Others by scoffing and jesting; Others by lascivious dancing, riotous gaming, wanton sports & profane pastimes on the Sabbath day;
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Are they not louers of pleasure more then louers of God? And if they loue their pleasures more then they loue God, they may rather be counted prophane Epicures, then godly Christians.
are they not lovers of pleasure more then lovers of God? And if they love their pleasures more then they love God, they may rather be counted profane Epicureans, then godly Christians.
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The greater their pleasures is now, the greater will their paine be hereafter.
The greater their pleasures is now, the greater will their pain be hereafter.
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Many of these are so addicted to their pleasures, as they will not by any meanes be reclaymed:
Many of these Are so addicted to their pleasures, as they will not by any means be reclaimed:
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wee finde it an harder matter to reforme them, then to reforme other offenders. The Phylosophers obserued that many fel from other Sects to the Epicures;
we find it an harder matter to reform them, then to reform other offenders. The Philosophers observed that many fell from other Sects to the Epicureans;
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but not any from the Epicures to other Sectes. When we speake against their pleasures, wee but speake to the bellie, which wanteth eares. but not any from the Epicureans to other Sects. When we speak against their pleasures, we but speak to the belly, which Wants ears.
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Surdo canimus; they are like the deafe Adder, that stoppeth her eare.Deaf canimus; they Are like the deaf Adder, that stoppeth her ear.
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But if they will take no warning, let them goe on, and trie what will become of them in the end.
But if they will take no warning, let them go on, and try what will become of them in the end.
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Reioyce O young man in thy youth (as Salomon speaketh) and l•t thine heart cheere thee in the dayes of thy youth: Rejoice Oh young man in thy youth (as Solomon speaks) and l•t thine heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth:
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and walke in the wayes of thine heart, and in the sight of thine owne eyes:
and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sighed of thine own eyes:
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but knowe that for all these things GOD will bring thee to Iudgement. Hee that is vniust, Reuel. 23.11. let him be vniust still:
but know that for all these things GOD will bring thee to Judgement. He that is unjust, Revel. 23.11. let him be unjust still:
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and he which is filthie, let him bee filthie still: and he which is filthy, let him be filthy still:
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yet shall they find that Christ will come shortly, and his reward is with him, to giue to euery one according to his worke.
yet shall they find that christ will come shortly, and his reward is with him, to give to every one according to his work.
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And then those which with poore Lazari•, endure paine, shall bee comforted: but those which with the rich glutton, enioyed their pleasures, shall be tormented.
And then those which with poor Lazari•, endure pain, shall be comforted: but those which with the rich glutton, enjoyed their pleasures, shall be tormented.
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What? will you abridge vs of all pleasures? must we become Stoickes? may we not take pleasure sometime for our refreshing?
What? will you abridge us of all pleasures? must we become Stoics? may we not take pleasure sometime for our refreshing?
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We will neyther with Stoickes condemne all pleasures, nor with Epicures commend all pleasures.
We will neither with Stoics condemn all pleasures, nor with Epicureans commend all pleasures.
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Onely we teach you what pleasures are to be auoyded, and how other pleasures are to bee moderated,
Only we teach you what pleasures Are to be avoided, and how other pleasures Are to be moderated,
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least they hinder you in grace, and in your dutie to your good God.
lest they hinder you in grace, and in your duty to your good God.
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Wee acknowledge that GOD hath giuen vs his blessings, and graunted vs the vse of his creatures, not onely for necessitie,
we acknowledge that GOD hath given us his blessings, and granted us the use of his creatures, not only for necessity,
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but likewise for delight and pleasure. Adam enioyed pleasure before his fall:
but likewise for delight and pleasure. Adam enjoyed pleasure before his fallen:
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Paradise where hee was placed, was called the Garden of Eden, that is, The Garden of pleasure.
Paradise where he was placed, was called the Garden of Eden, that is, The Garden of pleasure.
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The Lord hath proomised delights and pleasures as a reward and blessing to his people that obey his voyce.
The Lord hath proomised delights and pleasures as a reward and blessing to his people that obey his voice.
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The Lord (saith the Prophet) shall comfort Zion, he shall comfort all her desolations, he shall make her desart like Eden and her wildernes like the garden of the Lord:
The Lord (Says the Prophet) shall Comfort Zion, he shall Comfort all her desolations, he shall make her desert like Eden and her Wilderness like the garden of the Lord:
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ioy and gladnes shall be found therein: praise and the voyce of singing. And God giueth not onely bread to strengthen mans hart;
joy and gladness shall be found therein: praise and the voice of singing. And God gives not only bred to strengthen men heart;
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but also wine, to make his heart glad, and oyle to make his face shine. But take heede how you vse them: but also wine, to make his heart glad, and oil to make his face shine. But take heed how you use them:
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The abuse of them, dishonoureth God, and hindereth the saluation of many mens soules.
The abuse of them, Dishonors God, and hindereth the salvation of many men's Souls.
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If you will knowe how to vse them aright, obserue these foure rules. 1. Regard the matter of them, that it be not a thing forbidden by God,
If you will know how to use them aright, observe these foure rules. 1. Regard the matter of them, that it be not a thing forbidden by God,
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for euery sinfull pleasure, shall be punished with a sorrowfull paine: voluptas tr••sit, peccatum remanet. The pleasure passeth away, the sinne remaineth, and the punishment shall follow:
for every sinful pleasure, shall be punished with a sorrowful pain: voluptas tr••sit, peccatum remanet. The pleasure passes away, the sin remains, and the punishment shall follow:
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he that taketh pleasure in any acte of sinne, is like to goats and flies, that play with a candle that burneth them.
he that Takes pleasure in any act of sin, is like to Goats and flies, that play with a candle that burns them.
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As Dalilah spake faire to Sampson, and much delighted him for a time, but at last betrayed him,
As Delilah spoke fair to Sampson, and much delighted him for a time, but At last betrayed him,
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and deliuered him into the hands of his enemies, and was the cause of his destruction.
and Delivered him into the hands of his enemies, and was the cause of his destruction.
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So these sinfull pleasures may delight men for a season, yet in the end, they will betray them, and procure their euerlasting condemnation.
So these sinful pleasures may delight men for a season, yet in the end, they will betray them, and procure their everlasting condemnation.
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There be but two ends of these pleasures, either repentance or punishment.
There be but two ends of these pleasures, either Repentance or punishment.
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Those that doe not seriously repent, shall be seuerely punished. 2. Obserue a due measure in them.
Those that do not seriously Repent, shall be severely punished. 2. Observe a due measure in them.
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Though the things wherein thou takest delight be lawfull, yet moderate thy selfe in the vse of them:
Though the things wherein thou Takest delight be lawful, yet moderate thy self in the use of them:
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thou maist tast of them, but not surfet:
thou Mayest taste of them, but not surfeit:
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hony is sweete and wholesome, but hee that eateth much, may surfet of it, and annoy his body.
honey is sweet and wholesome, but he that Eateth much, may surfeit of it, and annoy his body.
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So pleasures are necessarie to satisfie the infirmitie of our fraile nature, and to make vs more chearefull in Gods seruice:
So pleasures Are necessary to satisfy the infirmity of our frail nature, and to make us more cheerful in God's service:
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yet superfluitie is dangerous to the soule, and will breede securitie, and contempt of spirituall things in the heart.
yet superfluity is dangerous to the soul, and will breed security, and contempt of spiritual things in the heart.
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Doe not turne Christian libertie, into licentious Epicurisme. As he that will haue an healthfull body must vse sobrietie in his diet:
Do not turn Christian liberty, into licentious Epicurism. As he that will have an healthful body must use sobriety in his diet:
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so hee that will haue a sound soule, must vse temperance in his pleasures. 3. See that the time be fitting, pleasures must not be perpetuall; nor continuall.
so he that will have a found soul, must use temperance in his pleasures. 3. See that the time be fitting, pleasures must not be perpetual; nor continual.
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It is noted as a fault in the rich man, that he was cloathed in purple and fine linnen, and fared delicately euery day.
It is noted as a fault in the rich man, that he was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared delicately every day.
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Now and then had bene enough. There is a time for all things, said the wise man.
Now and then had be enough. There is a time for all things, said the wise man.
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A time to weepe, and a time to laugh. And so there is a time when we may take our pleasures, and a time,
A time to weep, and a time to laugh. And so there is a time when we may take our pleasures, and a time,
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when wee must abstaine from them. The Lord reproued the Iewes, that when he called them vnto weeping and mourning:
when we must abstain from them. The Lord reproved the Iewes, that when he called them unto weeping and mourning:
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to baldnes and girding with sack cloath. Then there was ioy and gladnes, slaying oxen, and killing sheepe: eating flesh and drinking wine.
to baldness and girding with sack cloth. Then there was joy and gladness, slaying oxen, and killing sheep: eating Flesh and drinking wine.
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And therefore if God doe visite the land with any publike calamitie of pestilence, famine or the sword, we should rather hūble our selues with sorrowfull repentance, with fasting & prayers, thē delight our selues with the pleasures of the flesh.
And Therefore if God do visit the land with any public calamity of pestilence, famine or the sword, we should rather humble our selves with sorrowful Repentance, with fasting & Prayers, them delight our selves with the pleasures of the Flesh.
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If any will thē addict thēselues to their wōted delights:
If any will them addict themselves to their wonted delights:
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we may say to them as Elishah said to his seruant Gehaz•: Is this a time to receiue money,
we may say to them as Elishah said to his servant Gehaz•: Is this a time to receive money,
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and to receiue garments, and oliues, and sheepe and oxen? Is this a time to sport your selues with carnall pleasures,
and to receive garments, and Olive, and sheep and oxen? Is this a time to sport your selves with carnal pleasures,
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and wordly delights? Is it not rather a time of mourning, then of ioyes? We must weepe with them that weepe.
and wordly delights? Is it not rather a time of mourning, then of Joys? We must weep with them that weep.
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And therefore if our brethren and neere neighbours feele the hand of God heauie on them, we must then forbeare our pleasures, and mourne for them.
And Therefore if our brothers and near neighbours feel the hand of God heavy on them, we must then forbear our pleasures, and mourn for them.
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The Lord denounced a fearefull woe, against them that were at ease in Sion, which did lye vpon beds of Iuorie, The Lord denounced a fearful woe, against them that were At ease in Sion, which did lie upon Beds of Ivory,
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and stretch themselues vpon their beds; did eate the lambes of the flocke, and the calues out of the stall.
and stretch themselves upon their Beds; did eat the Lambs of the flock, and the calves out of the stall.
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Did sing to the sound of the violl, and inuented to themselues instrumēts of musicke like Dauid. Did drinke wine in bowles,
Did sing to the found of the viol, and invented to themselves Instruments of music like David. Did drink wine in bowls,
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and annoynt themselues with the chiefe oyntments, but were not sorry for the affliction of Ioseph. Know then, that all times are not seasonable for your pleasures.
and anoint themselves with the chief ointments, but were not sorry for the affliction of Ioseph. Know then, that all times Are not seasonable for your pleasures.
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And then onely vse them when it is fitting. 4. Doe not content your selues onely with carnall and earthly pleasures,
And then only use them when it is fitting. 4. Do not content your selves only with carnal and earthly pleasures,
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but also seeke for spirituall and heauenly pleasures.
but also seek for spiritual and heavenly pleasures.
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Doe not count this to be your onely pleasure, to liue delic•ously for aseason, as some heretofore haue done,
Do not count this to be your only pleasure, to live delic•ously for aseason, as Some heretofore have done,
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and were iustly taxed by the Apostle.
and were justly taxed by the Apostle.
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But know that there are delights for the inward man, as well as for the outward.
But know that there Are delights for the inward man, as well as for the outward.
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There is a delight in the lawe of God. There is consolation by the scriptures. There is consolation in Christ.
There is a delight in the law of God. There is consolation by the Scriptures. There is consolation in christ.
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And a reioycing in the Crosse of Christ. There is a ioy in the holy Ghost.
And a rejoicing in the Cross of christ. There is a joy in the holy Ghost.
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There is a ioy of faith. There is a reioycing in hope. There is a reioycing in the testimonie of a good conscience.
There is a joy of faith. There is a rejoicing in hope. There is a rejoicing in the testimony of a good conscience.
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Do not therfore satisfie thy selfe, with outward and corporall delights, but seeke also for those that be inward and spirituall:
Do not Therefore satisfy thy self, with outward and corporal delights, but seek also for those that be inward and spiritual:
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these are more permanent, and profitable, and will yeeld true comfort to thy soule.
these Are more permanent, and profitable, and will yield true Comfort to thy soul.
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Be like that blessed man, who delighteth in the law of God, and meditateth therein day and night, who feareth the Lord, and delighteth greatly in his commandements.
Be like that blessed man, who delights in the law of God, and meditateth therein day and night, who fears the Lord, and delights greatly in his Commandments.
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Imitate the blessed Virgin, whose spirit reioyced in God her Sauiour. And the holie Apostle, who delited in the law of GOD, concerning the inward man.
Imitate the blessed Virgae, whose Spirit rejoiced in God her Saviour. And the holy Apostle, who delighted in the law of GOD, Concerning the inward man.
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Then shalt thou bee satisfied with the fatnesse of the Lords house: Then shalt thou be satisfied with the fatness of the lords house:
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and he shall giue thee drinke out of the Riuer of his pleasures, as Dauid speaketh. and he shall give thee drink out of the River of his pleasures, as David speaks.
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There be also pleasures in heauen: for in the presence of God is fulnesse of ioy:
There be also pleasures in heaven: for in the presence of God is fullness of joy:
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and at his right hand are pleasures for euermore. Those farre excell all the pleasures of the garden of Eden. They yeelde full contentment,
and At his right hand Are pleasures for evermore. Those Far excel all the pleasures of the garden of Eden. They yield full contentment,
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and make all them happie which doe enioy them: Therefore seeke especially for them. A woefull thing it is, to enioy pleasure in this life, which is but short,
and make all them happy which do enjoy them: Therefore seek especially for them. A woeful thing it is, to enjoy pleasure in this life, which is but short,
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and to endure paine in the other life, which is eternall. If you cannot be partakers of both together, seeke for the better.
and to endure pain in the other life, which is Eternal. If you cannot be partakers of both together, seek for the better.
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Make Moses choyce, who refused the delights of Pharaohs Court:
Make Moses choice, who refused the delights of Pharaohs Court:
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and chose rather to suffer aduersitie with the people of God, then to enioy the pleasures of sinne for a season.
and chosen rather to suffer adversity with the people of God, then to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season.
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Lastly, from the consideration of all these Thornes together, wee may obserue, that not one onely corrupt affection, but likewise manye corrupt affections in mans heart, doe choake the seede of the word:
Lastly, from the consideration of all these Thorns together, we may observe, that not one only corrupt affection, but likewise many corrupt affections in men heart, do choke the seed of the word:
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Euen all these three, mentioned before. A man may as well be hindered by one of them, as by an other;
Even all these three, mentioned before. A man may as well be hindered by one of them, as by an other;
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as well by any one of them, as by all of them. It is not impossible to finde them all three in one & the same man.
as well by any one of them, as by all of them. It is not impossible to find them all three in one & the same man.
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A man may be much perplexed with worldly cares, how to get and encrease riches,
A man may be much perplexed with worldly Cares, how to get and increase riches,
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and when he hath gotten them, hee may be deceiued by them, in thinking too highly of them, in louing them too dearely,
and when he hath got them, he may be deceived by them, in thinking too highly of them, in loving them too dearly,
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and trusting too much vnto them. He may then also liue in pleasure:
and trusting too much unto them. He may then also live in pleasure:
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he may be carefull to get riches, and to encrease them, that so hee may consume them on his owne lustes.
he may be careful to get riches, and to increase them, that so he may consume them on his own lusts.
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By reason of his worldly care, and the deceitfulnes of his riches, he may be sparing and niggard-like in relieuing of others,
By reason of his worldly care, and the deceitfulness of his riches, he may be sparing and niggard-like in relieving of Others,
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yet in regarde of voluptuousnes, he may spend much on himselfe. That Rich-man, Luke 12. had much goods layde vp for himselfe, for many yeares.
yet in regard of voluptuousness, he may spend much on himself. That Richman, Lycia 12. had much goods laid up for himself, for many Years.
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Not any for others, but all for himselfe: and therefore he would liue at ease, eate, drinke, and take his pastime.
Not any for Others, but all for himself: and Therefore he would live At ease, eat, drink, and take his pastime.
xx d p-acp n2-jn, cc-acp d c-acp px31: cc av pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1, vvb, vvb, cc vvi po31 n1.
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And the rich glutton, which would not giue so much as the crums that fell from his table, to poore Lazarus: was giuen to pleasure,
And the rich glutton, which would not give so much as the crumbs that fell from his table, to poor Lazarus: was given to pleasure,
cc dt j n1, r-crq vmd xx vvi av av-d c-acp dt n2 cst vvd p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j np1: vbds vvn p-acp n1,
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& spent much on his owne back & belly: Such men as these, haue many thornes growing in the field of their hearts:
& spent much on his own back & belly: Such men as these, have many thorns growing in the field of their hearts:
cc vvd av-d p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1: d n2 c-acp d, vhb d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2:
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they haue many impediments to hinder them in the obedience of the word. And therefore cannot be profitable hearers, and diligent practisers of the word.
they have many impediments to hinder them in the Obedience of the word. And Therefore cannot be profitable hearers, and diligent practisers of the word.
pns32 vhb d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc av vmbx vbi j n2, cc j n2 pp-f dt n1.
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The more thornes growe in a sowne field, the lesse corne is reaped at haruest. So of all carnall hearers, these yeeld the least fruit.
The more thorns grow in a sown field, the less corn is reaped At harvest. So of all carnal hearers, these yield the least fruit.
dt dc n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 n1, dt av-dc n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1. np1 pp-f d j n2, d vvb dt ds n1.
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Yet are these three things distinguished one from another, as was shewed before, are oftentimes seuered in their subiects, one of them may be found in one man,
Yet Are these three things distinguished one from Another, as was showed before, Are oftentimes severed in their Subjects, one of them may be found in one man,
av vbr d crd n2 vvn pi p-acp n-jn, c-acp vbds vvn a-acp, vbr av vvn p-acp po32 n2-jn, crd pp-f pno32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n1,
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and not either of the other. And one of the other may be found in another man, and not that. A man may be carefull: and yet poore.
and not either of the other. And one of the other may be found in Another man, and not that. A man may be careful: and yet poor.
cc xx d pp-f dt j-jn. cc crd pp-f dt n-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, cc xx d. dt n1 vmb vbi j: cc av j.
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A man may be rich, and yet not giuen to pleasure. And all of them haue their speciall and seuerall effects, one hindering after one manner, and another after another manner.
A man may be rich, and yet not given to pleasure. And all of them have their special and several effects, one hindering After one manner, and Another After Another manner.
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And therefore any one of these, is able of it selfe to hinder the fruitfulnes of the word.
And Therefore any one of these, is able of it self to hinder the fruitfulness of the word.
cc av d crd pp-f d, vbz j pp-f pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
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You knowe there be many kindes of thornes: with vs there be white thornes, and black thornes, hawthornes, and slowthornes:
You know there be many Kinds of thorns: with us there be white thorns, and black thorns, hawthorns, and slowthornes:
pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi d n2 pp-f n2: p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi j-jn n2, cc j-jn n2, n2, cc n2:
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And the word in the originall, is taken not onely for thornes, but likewise for bryars and brambl•s,
And the word in the original, is taken not only for thorns, but likewise for briars and brambl•s,
cc dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn, vbz vvn xx av-j p-acp n2, cc-acp av c-acp n2 cc n2,
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and any thing that hath prickes.
and any thing that hath pricks.
cc d n1 cst vhz vvz.
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And therefore as one kind of thornes, (if there be many of that kind) may as well hinder the fruitfulnes of your fields, as many kindes.
And Therefore as one kind of thorns, (if there be many of that kind) may as well hinder the fruitfulness of your fields, as many Kinds.
cc av c-acp crd n1 pp-f n2, (cs pc-acp vbb d pp-f d n1) vmb a-acp av vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, c-acp d n2.
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So one kind of corrupt affections in your harts, may hinder the efficacie of the word, as well as many.
So one kind of corrupt affections in your hearts, may hinder the efficacy of the word, as well as many.
av crd n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp po22 n2, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp d.
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And therefore as when you plow and sow your ground, you rid vp not onely one kinde of thornes and bryars,
And Therefore as when you blow and sow your ground, you rid up not only one kind of thorns and briars,
cc av c-acp c-crq pn22 vvi cc vvi po22 n1, pn22 vvb a-acp xx av-j crd n1 pp-f n2 cc n2,
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but likewise all of each kind.
but likewise all of each kind.
cc-acp av d pp-f d n1.
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So when you heare the word, expell out of your hearts, not onely all bad affections of one kind,
So when you hear the word, expel out of your hearts, not only all bad affections of one kind,
av c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1, vvi av pp-f po22 n2, xx av-j d j n2 pp-f crd n1,
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but likewise all bad affections of each kind. It is lamentable to see, how fondly people deceiue themselues herein.
but likewise all bad affections of each kind. It is lamentable to see, how fondly people deceive themselves herein.
cc-acp av d j n2 pp-f d n1. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, c-crq av-j n1 vvi px32 av.
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Many men doe harbour one noysome lust, one corrupt affection or other, in their hearts, and because they keepe out many others, they hope all is well with them.
Many men do harbour one noisome lust, one corrupt affection or other, in their hearts, and Because they keep out many Others, they hope all is well with them.
av-d n2 vdb vvi crd j n1, crd j n1 cc n-jn, p-acp po32 n2, cc c-acp pns32 vvb av d n2-jn, pns32 vvb d vbz av p-acp pno32.
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The couetous worldling condemnes the voluptuous epicure: And the voluptuous epicure, condemnes the gr•edie and miserable worldling.
The covetous worldling condemns the voluptuous epicure: And the voluptuous epicure, condemns the gr•edie and miserable worldling.
dt j n1 vvz dt j n1: cc dt j n1, vvz dt n1 cc j n1.
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The couetous man thinketh that he is a good Christian, because he is not giuen to prodigall licentiousnes:
The covetous man Thinketh that he is a good Christian, Because he is not given to prodigal licentiousness:
dt j n1 vvz cst pns31 vbz dt j njp, c-acp pns31 vbz xx vvn p-acp j-jn n1:
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And the voluptuous man, would be esteemed a good hearer, because hee abhorres worldly cares and miserable couetousnes.
And the voluptuous man, would be esteemed a good hearer, Because he abhors worldly Cares and miserable covetousness.
cc dt j n1, vmd vbi vvn dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vvz j n2 cc j n1.
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But let them both knowe, that either of these two sinfull lustes, are sufficient to condemne their soules:
But let them both know, that either of these two sinful lusts, Are sufficient to condemn their Souls:
cc-acp vvb pno32 d vvi, cst d pp-f d crd j n2, vbr j pc-acp vvi po32 n2:
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and let them not purge their hearts from the one alone, but from both together, if they will be fitte soyle for the Lords seede.
and let them not purge their hearts from the one alone, but from both together, if they will be fit soil for the lords seed.
cc vvb pno32 xx vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt crd j, cc-acp p-acp d av, cs pns32 vmb vbi n1 n1 p-acp dt n2 n1.
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The last thing to be obserued in these hearers, is the effect of their choaking:
The last thing to be observed in these hearers, is the Effect of their choking:
dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg:
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namely, what is the issue and euent that befalls them, when they are thus choaked by those corrupt lustes: they bring forth no fruite.
namely, what is the issue and event that befalls them, when they Are thus choked by those corrupt lusts: they bring forth no fruit.
av, q-crq vbz dt n1 cc n1 cst vvz pno32, c-crq pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp d j n2: pns32 vvb av dx n1.
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Though they d•• not fall away from their profession, as those hearers mentioned in the former verse:
Though they d•• not fallen away from their profession, as those hearers mentioned in the former verse:
cs pns32 n1 xx vvi av p-acp po32 n1, c-acp d n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1:
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but still continue professours and hearers of the Gospell, yet are they vnfruitfull in their profession.
but still continue professors and hearers of the Gospel, yet Are they unfruitful in their profession.
cc-acp av vvi n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, av vbr pns32 j p-acp po32 n1.
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The originall word doth properly signifie, that they doe not bring forth any full and perfect, any ripe and truely fruite.
The original word does properly signify, that they do not bring forth any full and perfect, any ripe and truly fruit.
dt j-jn n1 vdz av-j vvi, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi av d j cc j, d j cc av-j n1.
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As if they might bring forth some kinde of fruite, yet no good fruite, no full corne, nor profitable gaine.
As if they might bring forth Some kind of fruit, yet no good fruit, no full corn, nor profitable gain.
c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi av d n1 pp-f n1, av dx j n1, dx j n1, ccx j n1.
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1578
Corne sowne amōg thornes, may yeeld some kinde of fruite, yet not such as will please the husbandman:
Corn sown among thorns, may yield Some kind of fruit, yet not such as will please the husbandman:
np1 vvn p-acp n2, vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1, av xx d c-acp vmb vvi dt n1:
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1579
It will be an vntimely fruite: it will wither away, before it be throughly fed, and fully ripe.
It will be an untimely fruit: it will wither away, before it be thoroughly fed, and Fully ripe.
pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1: pn31 vmb vvi av, c-acp pn31 vbb av-j vvn, cc av-j j.
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1580
It will be very thinne on the ground, when it is reaped, it will proue nothing but short eares, and small gaines;
It will be very thin on the ground, when it is reaped, it will prove nothing but short ears, and small gains;
pn31 vmb vbi av j p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, pn31 vmb vvi pix cc-acp j n2, cc j n2;
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and when it is threshed, nothing but light corne, and vnprofitable.
and when it is threshed, nothing but Light corn, and unprofitable.
cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, pix cc-acp j n1, cc j-u.
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1582
Such is the obedience of those men, which be giuen to covetousnes, and voluptuousnes, they may performe some outward duties, yet not many:
Such is the Obedience of those men, which be given to covetousness, and voluptuousness, they may perform Some outward duties, yet not many:
d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vbb vvn p-acp n1, cc n1, pns32 vmb vvi d j n2, av xx d:
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onely such as doe not hinder them in their worldly profits, nor abridge them of their ca•nall pleasures.
only such as do not hinder them in their worldly profits, nor abridge them of their ca•nall pleasures.
av-j d c-acp vdb xx vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j n2, ccx vvi pno32 pp-f po32 j n2.
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And those which they doe performe, are very imperfect, neither acceptable to God, nor comfortable to their owne soules.
And those which they do perform, Are very imperfect, neither acceptable to God, nor comfortable to their own Souls.
cc d r-crq pns32 vdb vvi, vbr av j, dx j p-acp np1, ccx j p-acp po32 d n2.
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They are not such as God exacted, they doe not proceed from such sinceritie of the heart,
They Are not such as God exacted, they do not proceed from such sincerity of the heart,
pns32 vbr xx d c-acp np1 vvn, pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1,
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neither are they directed to that right end, neither are they per••••ed in such an holy manner as he rec•uireth.
neither Are they directed to that right end, neither Are they per••••ed in such an holy manner as he rec•uireth.
av-dx vbr pns32 vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, av-dx vbr pns32 vvn p-acp d dt j n1 c-acp pns31 vvz.
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Though they seeme to begin well, yet their inward lusts doe •o •inder them, that they cannot bring their actions to a due perfection,
Though they seem to begin well, yet their inward Lustiest do •o •inder them, that they cannot bring their actions to a due perfection,
cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi av, av po32 j n2 vdb av vvi pno32, cst pns32 vmbx vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1,
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but waxe wearie of doing well: And either •uite cease from their enterprises begun;
but wax weary of doing well: And either •uite cease from their enterprises begun;
cc-acp vvb j pp-f vdg av: cc d av vvb p-acp po32 n2 vvn;
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or els• efaint much in their proceedings, before they bring any thing to a good end.
or els• efaint much in their proceedings, before they bring any thing to a good end.
cc n1 j av-d p-acp po32 n2-vvg, c-acp pns32 vvb d n1 p-acp dt j n1.
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Whence first we may take notice of the nature, qualitie and maner of their •••dience, whose hearts are still prossessed with the care, of the world,
Whence First we may take notice of the nature, quality and manner of their •••dience, whose hearts Are still prossessed with the care, of the world,
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and the p•••s•res of this lif•. They may perf••me many good duties, yet faile in s••e mai•e du••e.
and the p•••s•res of this lif•. They may perf••me many good duties, yet fail in s••e mai•e du••e.
cc dt n2 pp-f d n1. pns32 vmb vvi d j n2, av vvb p-acp j n1 vbi.
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And yet those which they performe, cannot •lease the Lord, we haue pr•g•••• •x•mples hereof in the scriptures.
And yet those which they perform, cannot •lease the Lord, we have pr•g•••• •x•mples hereof in the Scriptures.
cc av d r-crq pns32 vvb, vmbx vvi dt n1, pns12 vhb n1 n2 av p-acp dt n2.
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N•a••an the Syrian, being cured of 〈 ◊ 〉 leap•osie by the Prophet Elisha, ••••ed vnto him, to worship none other God,N•a••an the Syrian, being cured of 〈 ◊ 〉 leap•osie by the Prophet Elisha, ••••ed unto him, to worship none other God,
np1 dt jp, vbg vvn pp-f 〈 sy 〉 n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, vvn p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pi j-jn n1,
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but the God of Israel, yet desired he to be tollerated in one point:
but the God of Israel, yet desired he to be tolerated in one point:
cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av vvd pns31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp crd n1:
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that when he went with his Maister into the house of Rin•mon, and when his Maister leaned on his hand, and he did bowe as his Maister and others did, the Lord would be mercifull vnto him therein.
that when he went with his Master into the house of Rin•mon, and when his Master leaned on his hand, and he did bow as his Master and Others did, the Lord would be merciful unto him therein.
cst c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j, cc c-crq po31 n1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vdd vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n2-jn vdd, dt n1 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31 av.
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Though he m•sl•ked that idolatry in his heart, yet because he could not enioy his gainefull place and office vnder his Ma•ster,
Though he m•sl•ked that idolatry in his heart, yet Because he could not enjoy his gainful place and office under his Ma•ster,
cs pns31 vvd cst n1 p-acp po31 n1, av c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1,
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vnles •n that point he dissembled, he for his gaine would in outward behauiour, ioyne with others in that idolatrous worship, he would be a Proselyte,
unless •n that point he dissembled, he for his gain would in outward behaviour, join with Others in that idolatrous worship, he would be a Proselyte,
cs av d n1 pns31 vvd, pns31 p-acp po31 n1 vmd p-acp j n1, vvb p-acp n2-jn p-acp d j n1, pns31 vmd vbi dt n1,
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so farre as it might stand with his worldly commoditie, but no further. And the reason was, because worldly lustes were not then mortified in his heart.
so Far as it might stand with his worldly commodity, but no further. And the reason was, Because worldly lusts were not then mortified in his heart.
av av-j c-acp pn31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 j n1, cc-acp av-dx av-jc. cc dt n1 vbds, c-acp j n2 vbdr xx av vvn p-acp po31 n1.
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Iudas had diuers commendable things in him, other wise Christ would neuer haue chosen him to be one of the twelue:Iudas had diverse commendable things in him, other wise christ would never have chosen him to be one of the twelue:
np1 vhd j j n2 p-acp pno31, n-jn j np1 vmd av-x vhi vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi crd pp-f dt crd:
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he heard his sermons, liued a long time ciuilly, and preached the Gospell to others: yet because couetousnes did still raigne in his heart, for money he betrayed his Maister.
he herd his Sermons, lived a long time civilly, and preached the Gospel to Others: yet Because covetousness did still Reign in his heart, for money he betrayed his Master.
pns31 vvd po31 n2, vvd dt j n1 av-j, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp n2-jn: av c-acp n1 vdd av vvi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vvd po31 n1.
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That rich yong man which came to Christ to knowe the way to eternall life, had so kept the commandements for outward a•tes, as Christ loued him,
That rich young man which Come to christ to know the Way to Eternal life, had so kept the Commandments for outward a•tes, as christ loved him,
cst j j n1 r-crq vvd p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1, vhd av vvn dt n2 p-acp j n2, p-acp np1 vvd pno31,
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yet because his corrupt affections were onely kept vnder, and not killed, he left Christ, and had rather breake his commandement, then leaue his owne wealth.
yet Because his corrupt affections were only kept under, and not killed, he left christ, and had rather break his Commandment, then leave his own wealth.
av c-acp po31 j n2 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp, cc xx vvn, pns31 vvd np1, cc vhd av-c vvi po31 n1, av vvb po31 d n1.
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Herod (as you heard) did many things which Iohn Baptist taught, yet because the word was not powerfull in his heart, to mortifie his sinfull lustes, he would not breake off his incest,Herod (as you herd) did many things which John Baptist taught, yet Because the word was not powerful in his heart, to mortify his sinful lusts, he would not break off his Incest,
np1 (c-acp pn22 vvd) vdd d n2 r-crq np1 np1 vvn, av c-acp dt n1 vbds xx j p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n2, pns31 vmd xx vvi a-acp po31 n1,
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nor put away his brothers wife.
nor put away his Brother's wife.
ccx vvi av po31 ng1 n1.
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If you suffer the like affections to abide in your hearts, your obedience will be no better.
If you suffer the like affections to abide in your hearts, your Obedience will be no better.
cs pn22 vvb dt j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, po22 n1 vmb vbi av-dx av-jc.
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You see by experience, that corne growing among thornes, is neither so much, nor so good,
You see by experience, that corn growing among thorns, is neither so much, nor so good,
pn22 vvb p-acp n1, cst n1 vvg p-acp n2, vbz dx av av-d, ccx av j,
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as that which groweth in other ground; And that it might haue bene more, and also better, in the same ground;
as that which grows in other ground; And that it might have be more, and also better, in the same ground;
c-acp d r-crq vvz p-acp j-jn n1; cc cst pn31 vmd vhi vbn av-dc, cc av j, p-acp dt d n1;
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if the thor•es before the sowing, had bene ridde vp.
if the thor•es before the sowing, had be rid up.
cs dt n2 p-acp dt vvg, vhd vbn vvn a-acp.
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Doe not then imagine, that your obedience can either be plentifull or acceptable, so long as these inordinate affections be harboured in your hearts.
Do not then imagine, that your Obedience can either be plentiful or acceptable, so long as these inordinate affections be Harboured in your hearts.
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Knowe this, that though other affections be suppressed, yet so long as these beare sway in you,
Know this, that though other affections be suppressed, yet so long as these bear sway in you,
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so long as they doe hinder you in good, and prouoke you vnto euill; you are not mortified by the spirit of sanctification:
so long as they do hinder you in good, and provoke you unto evil; you Are not mortified by the Spirit of sanctification:
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for mortification is a change and reformation not of part onely, but of the whole nature of man,
for mortification is a change and Reformation not of part only, but of the Whole nature of man,
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yea of all the faculties of the soule, and of all the affections of the heart:
yea of all the faculties of the soul, and of all the affections of the heart:
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he that is washed (saith Christ) is cleane euery whit. he that is washed (Says christ) is clean every whit.
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And will God accept of any fruites, that come from an heart not sanctified? Wherefore purge your hearts from these lustes:
And will God accept of any fruits, that come from an heart not sanctified? Wherefore purge your hearts from these lusts:
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And be willing to yeeld obedience as well to those commandements, which seeme hard and vnpleasant vnto you,
And be willing to yield Obedience as well to those Commandments, which seem hard and unpleasant unto you,
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as vnto those that be more easie, and delightfull.
as unto those that be more easy, and delightful.
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For this is not thanksworthy to obey those commandements which doe nothing crosse your worldly profits and carnall pleasures:
For this is not thanksworthy to obey those Commandments which do nothing cross your worldly profits and carnal pleasures:
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but herein is your dutifulnes especially seene, if you be content to forgoe your profit,
but herein is your dutifulness especially seen, if you be content to forgo your profit,
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and abridge your selues of your pleasures, that so you may keepe the commandements of the Lord.
and abridge your selves of your pleasures, that so you may keep the Commandments of the Lord.
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Moreouer, if those which bring forth such fruites as those, be condemned, what shal we say of them, that the worse then these? that bring forth very little or no fruit at all:
Moreover, if those which bring forth such fruits as those, be condemned, what shall we say of them, that the Worse then these? that bring forth very little or no fruit At all:
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which heare much, and practise almost nothing:
which hear much, and practise almost nothing:
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who receiue Gods seede into their hearts, but bring forth the diuells fruits in their liues.
who receive God's seed into their hearts, but bring forth the Devils fruits in their lives.
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We haue many such hearers, as the Prophet Ezek••l had, the people came vnto him, and sate before him,
We have many such hearers, as the Prophet Ezek••l had, the people Come unto him, and sat before him,
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and heat this words, yet world not do them: but with their mouthes made i•stes, and their hearts went after their couetousnes.
and heat this words, yet world not do them: but with their mouths made i•stes, and their hearts went After their covetousness.
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Let such knowe, that not the hearers, but the doers of the lawe are ius••fi•d.
Let such know, that not the hearers, but the doers of the law Are ius••fi•d.
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And that they, who be hearers onely, and not doers of the word, deceiue their owne soules.
And that they, who be hearers only, and not doers of the word, deceive their own Souls.
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To shew their folly and their daunger, Christ compared them to a foolish man, which built his house vpon the sand;
To show their folly and their danger, christ compared them to a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand;
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The raine fell, the floods came, and the windes blew, and beat vpon that house and it f•ll,
The rain fell, the floods Come, and the winds blew, and beatrice upon that house and it f•ll,
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and the fall thereof was great.
and the fallen thereof was great.
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Iames likeneth them to a man that beholdeth his naturall face in a glasse, and when he hath considered himselfe, goeth his way, James likeneth them to a man that beholdeth his natural face in a glass, and when he hath considered himself, Goes his Way,
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and forgetteth immediatly what maner of one he was.
and forgetteth immediately what manner of one he was.
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They doe not onely lose their labour and reward, but likewise prouoke the LORD to wrath,
They do not only loose their labour and reward, but likewise provoke the LORD to wrath,
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and procure fearefull iudgements against themselues. Their punishment shall be more grieuous, then if they had neuer heard.
and procure fearful Judgments against themselves. Their punishment shall be more grievous, then if they had never herd.
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Christ shall say to them which heard him preach in their Cities, and would not obey him;
christ shall say to them which herd him preach in their Cities, and would not obey him;
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Depart from me, vee workers of iniquitie, I know you not. And hee sayd of the Iewes to whom he preached;
Depart from me, vee workers of iniquity, I know you not. And he said of the Iewes to whom he preached;
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If I had not come and spoken vnto them, they should not haue had sinne; but now haue they no cloake for their sinne. If I had not come and spoken unto them, they should not have had sin; but now have they no cloak for their sin.
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The Minis••rs which haue preached vnto them, shall one day be witnesses against them: and their Sermons shall be so many billes of inditement against them.
The Minis••rs which have preached unto them, shall one day be Witnesses against them: and their Sermons shall be so many bills of indictment against them.
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As it is an haynous thing in the Ministers to say and not doe; so is it also an haynous thing in the people, to •eare and not do:
As it is an heinous thing in the Ministers to say and not do; so is it also an heinous thing in the people, to •eare and not do:
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yet are many of our people faultie this way: There is no sinne forbidden, but they may often heare it condemned by the word:
yet Are many of our people faulty this Way: There is no sin forbidden, but they may often hear it condemned by the word:
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As the filthy sinnes of Whordome: the beas•lie crime of Drunkennesse: the prophane sinne of Swearing:
As the filthy Sins of Whoredom: the beas•lie crime of drunkenness: the profane sin of Swearing:
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the impious sinnes of polluting the Lords Sabboth: the vncharitable sins of Iniustice, fraude and oppression:
the impious Sins of polluting the lords Sabbath: the uncharitable Sins of Injustice, fraud and oppression:
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the malitious sinnes of rayling, backbyting and slaundering: and yet the people will not forsake them:
the malicious Sins of railing, backbiting and slandering: and yet the people will not forsake them:
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But like the presumptuous Iewes, they steale, murther, commit adulterie, sweare falslie, and practise other sinnes; But like the presumptuous Iewes, they steal, murder, commit adultery, swear falsely, and practise other Sins;
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and yet will come and stand before the Lord, in the house where his Name is called vpon.
and yet will come and stand before the Lord, in the house where his Name is called upon.
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There be no duties of the first or second Table, which they owe to God or man,
There be no duties of the First or second Table, which they owe to God or man,
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but they are often taught them, and yet they doe as carelesly omit them, as if they neuer heard them.
but they Are often taught them, and yet they do as carelessly omit them, as if they never herd them.
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They content themselues with bare and idle hearing, as if that were all which God requires,
They content themselves with bore and idle hearing, as if that were all which God requires,
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as if that were sufficient to saue their soules. Oh remember you what Christ sayth; If yee know these things, blessed are yee if you doe them.
as if that were sufficient to save their Souls. O Remember you what christ say; If ye know these things, blessed Are ye if you do them.
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Though you heare them neuer so often, though you know them neuer so well, yet are you not blessed except you doe them.
Though you hear them never so often, though you know them never so well, yet Are you not blessed except you do them.
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Would it not greatly discontent you, to send your seruants each yeere to sow your fieldes with the best seede,
Would it not greatly discontent you, to send your Servants each year to sow your fields with the best seed,
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and yet after many yeres sowing to reape no croppe, but to lose both labour and cost? And doe you thinke that the Lord will bee well pleased, to send his Ministers from yeere to yeere, to sow the good seede of his holy word among you;
and yet After many Years sowing to reap no crop, but to loose both labour and cost? And do you think that the Lord will be well pleased, to send his Ministers from year to year, to sow the good seed of his holy word among you;
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and yet after many yeeres labour, to reape no fruit at all? The Aposile teacheth, that the land which drinketh in the rayne, and bringeth forth fruit for them, by whom it is dressed, concei••th blessing from God:
and yet After many Years labour, to reap no fruit At all? The Apostle Teaches, that the land which Drinketh in the rain, and brings forth fruit for them, by whom it is dressed, concei••th blessing from God:
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but that which beareth thornes and bryars, is reproued, and is neere vnto cursing, whose end is to be burned.
but that which bears thorns and briars, is reproved, and is near unto cursing, whose end is to be burned.
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Are you as soyle sowne with the Lords seede, and dressed by his Husbandmen, and yet yeelde no fruite for his glory,
are you as soil sown with the lords seed, and dressed by his Husbandmen, and yet yield no fruit for his glory,
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and for the comfort of those that take paines among you? And will you expect a blessing from the LORD? Those that be such, may rather feare a curse.
and for the Comfort of those that take pains among you? And will you expect a blessing from the LORD? Those that be such, may rather Fear a curse.
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Did not CHRIST curse the Figge Tree, which bare leaues, but no fruite? if they still continue barren, their case shall be worse then theirs of Sodome and Gomorrah:
Did not CHRIST curse the Fig Tree, which bore leaves, but no fruit? if they still continue barren, their case shall be Worse then theirs of Sodom and Gomorrah:
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for if the Sermons which haue beene preached among vs, had beene preached in Sodome and Gomorrah, they had repented long agoe in sack cloath end ashes: for if the Sermons which have been preached among us, had been preached in Sodom and Gomorrah, they had repented long ago in sack cloth end Ashes:
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but therefore shall it be easier for them of Sodom and Gomorrah at the day of Iudgement, then for these disobedient people.
but Therefore shall it be Easier for them of Sodom and Gomorrah At the day of Judgement, then for these disobedient people.
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Take heede lest by your contempt of the word, you ••se it. Christ taketh his Kingdome from them that be vnfruitfull;
Take heed lest by your contempt of the word, you ••se it. christ Takes his Kingdom from them that be unfruitful;
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and will giue •t to a Nation which shall better bring forth the frui•s thereof.
and will give •t to a nation which shall better bring forth the frui•s thereof.
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If you often sow a fielde with good corne, and at haruest can reape no good croppe, you will sow it no longer, you will let it lie, and sow some other.
If you often sow a field with good corn, and At harvest can reap no good crop, you will sow it no longer, you will let it lie, and sow Some other.
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And can you thinke that GOD will still continue his worde to you, if after long sowing, you will not yeeld any 〈 ◊ 〉? It is a speciall fauour and mercie of God, to haue the Gospell among vs. God hath not dealt so with euery Nation.
And can you think that GOD will still continue his word to you, if After long sowing, you will not yield any 〈 ◊ 〉? It is a special favour and mercy of God, to have the Gospel among us God hath not dealt so with every nation.
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Happie are our eyes, to see those things which we see: and happie are our •aies, to heare those thinges which we heare: Happy Are our eyes, to see those things which we see: and happy Are our •aies, to hear those things which we hear:
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Many righteous men would haue beene glad to haue seene and heard them, and yet could not.
Many righteous men would have been glad to have seen and herd them, and yet could not.
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Let vs walke worthie of this blessing, that it may bee continued to vs and to our posteritie.
Let us walk worthy of this blessing, that it may be continued to us and to our posterity.
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Ʋerse.
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15. But that which fell in good ground, are they which with an hon•st and good heart heare the word and keepe it.15. But that which fell in good ground, Are they which with an hon•st and good heart hear the word and keep it.
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YOV haue alreadie heard the exposition of three sorts of ground, and what kinde of hearers were signififyed thereby.
YOU have already herd the exposition of three sorts of ground, and what kind of hearers were signififyed thereby.
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Now see the exposition of the fourth and last kinde of ground.
Now see the exposition of the fourth and last kind of ground.
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And that was good ground, in which the seede sowne sprang vp, and brought forth fruit with great encrease.
And that was good ground, in which the seed sown sprang up, and brought forth fruit with great increase.
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Vnto this ground good and profitable hearers are compared.
Unto this ground good and profitable hearers Are compared.
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As all the other groundes set forth to our view the nature and properties of bad hearers;
As all the other grounds Set forth to our view the nature and properties of bad hearers;
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1674
so this describeth the conditions of good hearers.
so this Describeth the conditions of good hearers.
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1675
Before we come to the speciall properties of these hearers in particular, we are to obserue one thing in generall, and from the coherence;
Before we come to the special properties of these hearers in particular, we Are to observe one thing in general, and from the coherence;
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1676
to wit, That although Christ had diuers sorts of hearers; and nany of them were bad, some one way, some another way;
to wit, That although christ had diverse sorts of hearers; and nany of them were bad, Some one Way, Some Another Way;
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1677
yet all of them were not bad, some were good and profitable hearers: all his seed was not lost;
yet all of them were not bad, Some were good and profitable hearers: all his seed was not lost;
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1678
some fell on good ground, & yeelded plentifull encrease. Though the Scribes and Pharises, and many of the common multitude were bad hearers;
Some fell on good ground, & yielded plentiful increase. Though the Scribes and Pharisees, and many of the Common multitude were bad hearers;
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1679
yet the Apostles and many other Disciples were good hearers, did keepe the word in their hearts,
yet the Apostles and many other Disciples were good hearers, did keep the word in their hearts,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1680
and brought forth fruit in their liues. And therfore he told the Iewes, that whereas they neyther receiued Iohn nor him:
and brought forth fruit in their lives. And Therefore he told the Iewes, that whereas they neither received John nor him:
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1681
Iohn came neither eating nor drinking; and they said he had a Diuell: The Son of man came eating & drinking; John Come neither eating nor drinking; and they said he had a devil: The Son of man Come eating & drinking;
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1682
and they sayd, Behold a glutton, and a drinker of wine, a friend of publicans and sinners.
and they said, Behold a glutton, and a drinker of wine, a friend of Publicans and Sinners.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1683
They woulde neither receiue the one for his austeritie, nor the other for his affabilitie• yet Wisedome is iustifyed of her children.
They would neither receive the one for his austerity, nor the other for his affabilitie• yet Wisdom is justified of her children.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1684
And hee gaue thanks vnto his father, because, that although he had hid these thinges from the wise and men of vnderstanding; And he gave thanks unto his father, Because, that although he had hid these things from the wise and men of understanding;
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1685
yet he had reuealed them vnto babes.
yet he had revealed them unto babes.
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1686
Though some of his hearers in Capernaum tooke offence at his doctrine of eating his flesh, & drinking king his blood;
Though Some of his hearers in Capernaum took offence At his Doctrine of eating his Flesh, & drinking King his blood;
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1687
and from that time went backe and walked with him no more.
and from that time went back and walked with him no more.
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1688
Yet the Apostles would not forsake him, but f•ely ackdowledged that they would neuer leaue him,
Yet the Apostles would not forsake him, but f•ely ackdowledged that they would never leave him,
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1689
because he had the words of eternall life: and they did beleue that he was the Christ, the Sonne of the liuing God.
Because he had the words of Eternal life: and they did believe that he was the christ, the Son of the living God.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1690
When he preached in the Temple, at the Feast of the Tabernacles, there was dissention among his hearers: Some sayde;
When he preached in the Temple, At the Feast of the Tabernacles, there was dissension among his hearers: some said;
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1691
Of a truth this is the Prophet. Others sayd; This is the Christ. Some sayde; Shall Christ come out of Galilie? Others said; Neuer man spake like him.
Of a truth this is the Prophet. Others said; This is the christ. some said; Shall christ come out of Galilee? Others said; Never man spoke like him.
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1692
At another time, some that heard him, saide hee had a Diuell, and was mad, and blamed men for hearing him any longer. Others said;
At Another time, Some that herd him, said he had a devil, and was mad, and blamed men for hearing him any longer. Others said;
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1693
These are not the wordes of one that hath a Diuell.
These Are not the words of one that hath a devil.
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1694
Can the Diuell open the eies of him that was borne blind? Such diuersity of hearers had Christ:
Can the devil open the eyes of him that was born blind? Such diversity of hearers had christ:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1695
his worde did not worke alike in all that hard it. Some waxed worse, & some were made better by hearing of it.
his word did not work alike in all that heard it. some waxed Worse, & Some were made better by hearing of it.
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1696
The like effect was seene in Pauls hearers:
The like Effect was seen in Paul's hearers:
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1697
When he and Barnabas preached at Iconium, a great multitude, both of Iewes and Graecians beleeued:
When he and Barnabas preached At Iconium, a great multitude, both of Iewes and Greeks believed:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1698
though there were some vnbeleeuing Iewes, that stirred vp, and corrupted the mindes of the Gentiles against the brethren.
though there were Some unbelieving Iewes, that stirred up, and corrupted the minds of the Gentiles against the brothers.
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1699
In that deuision of the Citie, though some were with the Iewes, yet some were with the Apostles.
In that division of the city, though Some were with the Iewes, yet Some were with the Apostles.
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1700
And when he preached at Athens, some mocked him for his doctrine of the Resurection: And when he preached At Athens, Some mocked him for his Doctrine of the Resurrection:
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1701
some would heare him againe, as if they were not fully resolued, but desired to be further instructed:
Some would hear him again, as if they were not Fully resolved, but desired to be further instructed:
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1702
yet certaine men did cleaue to Paul, & beleeued; as Denys a Iudge, of Mars Streete, Damaris a woman, and others with them.
yet certain men did cleave to Paul, & believed; as Denys a Judge, of Mars Street, Damaris a woman, and Others with them.
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1703
And thus it pleaseth GOD still to blesse the Ministerie of his seruants, Though they cannot conuert all, yet they doe conuert some;
And thus it Pleases GOD still to bless the Ministry of his Servants, Though they cannot convert all, yet they do convert Some;
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1704
they doe not altogether lose their labour.
they do not altogether loose their labour.
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1705
As there is no field so barren, but if it be sowne, some seede will come vp, and yeeld encrease:
As there is no field so barren, but if it be sown, Some seed will come up, and yield increase:
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1706
so is there no place or congregation so bad, but if the truth be there sincerely taught, it will in time winne some.
so is there no place or congregation so bade, but if the truth be there sincerely taught, it will in time win Some.
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1707
Though some continue obstinate, and remaine as ignorant, as Popish, and as prophane, as euer they were before they heard.
Though Some continue obstinate, and remain as ignorant, as Popish, and as profane, as ever they were before they herd.
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1708
Yet Wisedome shall be iustifyed of her children; as many as are ordayned to eternall life shall beleeue.
Yet Wisdom shall be justified of her children; as many as Are ordained to Eternal life shall believe.
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1709
Some shalbe called, and by hearing shall grow in knowledge, in grace, and obedience. This may comfort and encourage vs in our labours:
some shall called, and by hearing shall grow in knowledge, in grace, and Obedience. This may Comfort and encourage us in our labours:
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Though it bee some griefe to see many non proficients, who heare much, and are neuer the better:
Though it be Some grief to see many non proficients, who hear much, and Are never the better:
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yet if it please the Lord to giue some happie issue vnto our labours, that wee edifie some,
yet if it please the Lord to give Some happy issue unto our labours, that we edify Some,
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1712
though not all, that wee profite a few, though not many: wee should therewith be content, and praise the Lord for it.
though not all, that we profit a few, though not many: we should therewith be content, and praise the Lord for it.
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1713
If indeede wee should conuert none at all, yet must wee not faint, but still continue our paines,
If indeed we should convert none At all, yet must we not faint, but still continue our pains,
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1714
and expect a reward at the Lords hands: for he will reward our laboures, though we should do others no good thereby. And therefore the Prophet sayd;
and expect a reward At the lords hands: for he will reward our labours, though we should do Others not good thereby. And Therefore the Prophet said;
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1715
I haue laboured in vaine, I haue spent my strength in vaine, and for nothing: but my iudgement is with the Lord, and my worke with my God. I have laboured in vain, I have spent my strength in vain, and for nothing: but my judgement is with the Lord, and my work with my God.
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1716
It is not our worke, but the Lords worke, to conuert soules. Paul may plant, Apollos may water, but it is God that giueth the encrease.
It is not our work, but the lords work, to convert Souls. Paul may plant, Apollos may water, but it is God that gives the increase.
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1717
Wee haue receiued and taken vpon vs, Curam non curationem; A care and a charge, not a curing.
we have received and taken upon us, Curam non curationem; A care and a charge, not a curing.
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1718
Non est in medico, semper releuetur vt ager; Non est in medico, semper releuetur vt ager;
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1719
It is not in the power of the Physition to cure his sicke patient at his pleasure.
It is not in the power of the physician to cure his sick patient At his pleasure.
pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j n1 p-acp po31 n1.
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1720
Euery one of vs shall receiue a reward. Secundum laborem, non secundum prouentum; according to his labour, not according to his fruit. As Bernard well obserued. And therefore Paul sayd not;
Every one of us shall receive a reward. Secundum laborem, non secundum prouentum; according to his labour, not according to his fruit. As Bernard well observed. And Therefore Paul said not;
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1721
I haue profited more then all; but I haue laboured more then they all.
I have profited more then all; but I have laboured more then they all.
pns11 vhb vvn av-dc cs d; cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-dc cs pns32 d.
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1722
And rather reioyced in the abundance of his labours, then in the fruitfulnesse of his laboures.
And rather rejoiced in the abundance of his labours, then in the fruitfulness of his labours.
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1723
It a quaso, fac •• quod tuumest: Nam Deus quod suum est satis obs { que } tua solicitudine & anxietate curabit: It a quaso, fac •• quod tuumest: Nam Deus quod suum est satis obs { que } tua solicitudine & anxietate curabit:
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1724
Doe then I pray thee, that which is thy office and dutie; God will haue care enough of that which belongeth vnto him;
Do then I pray thee, that which is thy office and duty; God will have care enough of that which belongeth unto him;
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1725
sayd the same Bernard; But if we conuert and edifie some by our poore Ministerie, we may comfort our selues by them:
said the same Bernard; But if we convert and edify Some by our poor Ministry, we may Comfort our selves by them:
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1726
and say of them as Paul did of the Corinthians; Yee are the seale of our Apostleshippe in the Lord.
and say of them as Paul did of the Corinthians; Ye Are the seal of our Apostleship in the Lord.
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1727
And as hee did of the Thessalnians; What is our hope, or ioy, or crowne of reioycing? Are not euen you it in the presence of our Lord Iesus Christ at his comming?
And as he did of the Thessalnians; What is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? are not even you it in the presence of our Lord Iesus christ At his coming?
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1728
When wee sow good seede in the Lords field, the enuious man soweth tares.
When we sow good seed in the lords field, the envious man Soweth tares.
c-crq pns12 vvb j n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, dt j n1 vvz n2.
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1729
Wee must not looke that in a populous congregation all should be good and true hearers:
we must not look that in a populous congregation all should be good and true hearers:
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1730
If some onely be good and profitable hearers, let vs praise GOD for them, and pray vnto him, dayly to encrease their number.
If Some only be good and profitable hearers, let us praise GOD for them, and pray unto him, daily to increase their number.
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1731
But to come neerer to the properties of these hearers in particular:
But to come nearer to the properties of these hearers in particular:
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1732
In the description of them, and by comparing them with the former hearers, wee may easilie perceiue, that in some thinges they doe agree with them:
In the description of them, and by comparing them with the former hearers, we may Easily perceive, that in Some things they do agree with them:
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1733
in some thinges they differ from them, and doe much excell them.
in Some things they differ from them, and do much excel them.
p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb p-acp pno32, cc vdb av-d vvi pno32.
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1734
There were some commendable thinges in diuers of the former hearers, and would haue wrought good in them if they had beene well vsed.
There were Some commendable things in diverse of the former hearers, and would have wrought good in them if they had been well used.
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1735
In these things doe these good hearers agree with them.
In these things do these good hearers agree with them.
p-acp d n2 vdb d j n2 vvb p-acp pno32.
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1736
They haue the selfe-same things, though in a better maner, and with better vse. 1. They agree with them, in that they heare as well as the rest.
They have the selfsame things, though in a better manner, and with better use. 1. They agree with them, in that they hear as well as the rest.
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1737
All the persons spoken of in this Parable are hearers, both good and bad:
All the Persons spoken of in this Parable Are hearers, both good and bad:
av-d dt n2 vvn pp-f p-acp d n1 vbr n2, d j cc j:
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1738
and they all heare one and the same doctrine, though not after one and the same maner,
and they all hear one and the same Doctrine, though not After one and the same manner,
cc pns32 d vvi crd cc dt d n1, cs xx p-acp crd cc dt d n1,
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nor with the like efficacy and fruit. z And therefore those which refuse to heare, eyther through error, as our Recusants:
nor with the like efficacy and fruit. z And Therefore those which refuse to hear, either through error, as our Recusants:
ccx p-acp dt j n1 cc n1. sy cc av d r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi, av-d p-acp n1, c-acp po12 n2:
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or through contempt and negligence, as some carelesse and carnall people, are so farre from beeing the ground here mentioned,
or through contempt and negligence, as Some careless and carnal people, Are so Far from being the ground Here mentioned,
cc p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp d j cc j n1, vbr av av-j p-acp vbg dt n1 av vvn,
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as that they are worse then the bad ground spoken of before. There cannot be any goodnesse in their hearts, nor yet in their liues.
as that they Are Worse then the bad ground spoken of before. There cannot be any Goodness in their hearts, nor yet in their lives.
c-acp cst pns32 vbr av-jc cs dt j n1 vvn pp-f p-acp. pc-acp vmbx vbi d n1 p-acp po32 n2, ccx av p-acp po32 n2.
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Can any field yeeld a good crop of corne at haruest, which was not sowne at the seede time? They are worse then many reprobates haue beene and are:
Can any field yield a good crop of corn At harvest, which was not sown At the seed time? They Are Worse then many Reprobates have been and Are:
vmb d n1 vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbds xx vvn p-acp dt n1 n1? pns32 vbr av-jc cs d n2-jn vhb vbn cc vbr:
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How then can they looke to be as good as the Elect are and shall be? 2. They agree in the vnderstanding of the word:
How then can they look to be as good as the Elect Are and shall be? 2. They agree in the understanding of the word:
uh-crq av vmb pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi a-acp j c-acp dt n1 vbr cc vmb vbi? crd pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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for it is sayd in Mathew; He that receiueth seed in good ground, is he that heareth the word, and vnderstandeth it.
for it is said in Matthew; He that receiveth seed in good ground, is he that hears the word, and understandeth it.
c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1; pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp j n1, vbz pns31 cst vvz dt n1, cc vvz pn31.
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And although the first sort of bad hearers are sayd to heare and not vnderstand: Yet the other two fortes are insinuated to haue vnderstood: And although the First sort of bad hearers Are said to hear and not understand: Yet the other two forts Are insinuated to have understood:
cc cs dt ord n1 pp-f j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi cc xx vvi: av dt j-jn crd n2 vbr vvd pc-acp vhi vvn:
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for how could they receiue the word with ioy, vnlesse they vnderstood it? How could cares of the world, the deceitfulnesse of riches,
for how could they receive the word with joy, unless they understood it? How could Cares of the world, the deceitfulness of riches,
p-acp q-crq vmd pns32 vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cs pns32 vvd pn31? q-crq vmd n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n2,
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and voluptuous liuing, choake the word after it was heard, vnlesse it had beene vnderstood? So that as the vnderstanding of the word is not sufficient to make you good hearers:
and voluptuous living, choke the word After it was herd, unless it had been understood? So that as the understanding of the word is not sufficient to make you good hearers:
cc j n-vvg, vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31 vbds vvn, cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn? av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pn22 j n2:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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so on the other side, the want of vnderstanding, declareth you to be bad hearers. All good hearers vnderstand the word, though not onely they.
so on the other side, the want of understanding, Declareth you to be bad hearers. All good hearers understand the word, though not only they.
av p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz pn22 pc-acp vbi j n2. av-d j n2 vvb dt n1, cs xx av-j pns32.
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Good hearers must practise that which is taught them:
Good hearers must practise that which is taught them:
j n2 vmb vvi d r-crq vbz vvn pno32:
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But how can they practise that which they vnderstand not? 3. They agree in their affection to the word.
But how can they practise that which they understand not? 3. They agree in their affection to the word.
cc-acp q-crq vmb pns32 vvi cst r-crq pns32 vvb xx? crd pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1.
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Those that be as stony groūd, receiue the worde with ioy. So also doe these good hearers, though the thing it selfe be not expresly mētioned.
Those that be as stony ground, receive the word with joy. So also do these good hearers, though the thing it self be not expressly mentioned.
d cst vbb a-acp j n1, vvb dt n1 p-acp n1. av av vdb d j n2, cs dt n1 pn31 n1 vbb xx av-j vvn.
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The Gospell is glad tydings, and reioyceth the hearts of all that embrace it.
The Gospel is glad tidings, and rejoices the hearts of all that embrace it.
dt n1 vbz j n2, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pn31.
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There is no commendable propertie in the reprobate and vnprofitable hearers, but it is found in the elect and profitable hearers,
There is no commendable property in the Reprobate and unprofitable hearers, but it is found in the elect and profitable hearers,
pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt j-jn cc j-u n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j cc j n2,
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and that in a more excellent manner.
and that in a more excellent manner.
cc cst p-acp dt av-dc j n1.
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And therefore those who are nothing mooued nor comforted by the word, are worse then some bad hearers,
And Therefore those who Are nothing moved nor comforted by the word, Are Worse then Some bad hearers,
cc av d r-crq vbr pix vvn ccx vvn p-acp dt n1, vbr av-jc cs d j n2,
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and must not be reckoned in the number of good hearers.
and must not be reckoned in the number of good hearers.
cc vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2.
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Notwithstanding, in this description of these good hearers, wee may perceiue that in diuers other things, they differ much from all the former hearers,
Notwithstanding, in this description of these good hearers, we may perceive that in diverse other things, they differ much from all the former hearers,
a-acp, p-acp d n1 pp-f d j n2, pns12 vmb vvi cst p-acp j j-jn n2, pns32 vvb d p-acp d dt j n2,
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and therein doe greatly exceede and excell them all.
and therein do greatly exceed and excel them all.
cc av vdb av-j vvi cc vvi pno32 d.
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They are described by three properties, and by them all, they differ from the rest. 1. By the manner of receiuing the word:
They Are described by three properties, and by them all, they differ from the rest. 1. By the manner of receiving the word:
pns32 vbr vvn p-acp crd n2, cc p-acp pno32 d, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1:
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They receiue it with an honest and good heart. 2. By the maner of reteyning it;
They receive it with an honest and good heart. 2. By the manner of retaining it;
pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j cc j n1. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31;
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They keep it. 3. By the maner of practising it; They bring forth fruit, and that with patience and plentie. They keep it. 3. By the manner of practising it; They bring forth fruit, and that with patience and plenty.
pns32 vvb pn31. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31; pns32 vvb av n1, cc cst p-acp n1 cc n1.
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1762
Touching the first propertie 2. things may bee noted: The one more genenerall; and that is the instrument of hearing, it is with the heart. The other more speciall;
Touching the First property 2. things may be noted: The one more genenerall; and that is the Instrument of hearing, it is with the heart. The other more special;
vvg dt ord n1 crd n2 vmb vbi vvn: dt pi av-dc j; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1. dt j-jn av-dc j;
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and that is the qualitie and disposition of their heart, it is an honest and good heart.
and that is the quality and disposition of their heart, it is an honest and good heart.
cc d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1.
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1. Concerning the former, we may hence obserue, that those, who will be profitable hearers of Gods most holy word, must heare it with their hearts, not onely with their eares to harken vnto the sound of it, while it is vttered:
1. Concerning the former, we may hence observe, that those, who will be profitable hearers of God's most holy word, must hear it with their hearts, not only with their ears to harken unto the found of it, while it is uttered:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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nor onely with their heads, to vnderstand that which is deliuered, but likewise with their hearts, to keepe it and obey it.
nor only with their Heads, to understand that which is Delivered, but likewise with their hearts, to keep it and obey it.
ccx j p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbz vvn, cc-acp av p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pn31 cc vvi pn31.
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The Lord required of the Iewes, that the words which he commanded them, should be in their heart. The Lord required of the Iewes, that the words which he commanded them, should be in their heart.
dt n1 vvd pp-f dt np2, cst dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvd pno32, vmd vbi p-acp po32 n1.
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1767
The wise man thus exhorted his sonne, Forget not thou my law, but let thine heart keepe my cōmandements:
The wise man thus exhorted his son, Forget not thou my law, but let thine heart keep my Commandments:
dt j n1 av vvd po31 n1, vvb xx pns21 po11 n1, cc-acp vvb po21 n1 vvi po11 n2:
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1768
binde them on thy necke, and write them vpon the table of thine heart.
bind them on thy neck, and write them upon the table of thine heart.
vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1.
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1769
And for this cause, when Lydia went to heare Paul, the Lord opened her heart, that so she might attend to the things which Paul spake.
And for this cause, when Lydia went to hear Paul, the Lord opened her heart, that so she might attend to the things which Paul spoke.
cc p-acp d n1, c-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi np1, dt n1 vvd po31 n1, cst av pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vvd.
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1770
If her hart had bene shut, so as the word could not enter in, she had bene an vnprofitable hearer:
If her heart had be shut, so as the word could not enter in, she had be an unprofitable hearer:
cs po31 n1 vhd vbn vvn, av c-acp dt n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp, pns31 vhd vbn dt j-u n1:
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1771
but God opening her heart, that shee might receiue the word into it: shee became a profitable hearer.
but God opening her heart, that she might receive the word into it: she became a profitable hearer.
cc-acp np1 vvg po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31: pns31 vvd dt j n1.
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1772
And there is great reason why al profitable hearers should receiue the word with the heart, and into the heart.
And there is great reason why all profitable hearers should receive the word with the heart, and into the heart.
cc pc-acp vbz j n1 c-crq d j n2 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1.
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1. For the reformation and direction of the heart, by nature mans heart is corrupt: yea, all the imaginations of the thoughts of his heart, are onely euill continually.
1. For the Reformation and direction of the heart, by nature men heart is corrupt: yea, all the Imaginations of the thoughts of his heart, Are only evil continually.
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And out of the heart (remayning corrupt) come euill thoughts, Murthers, Adulteries, Fornications, Thefts, false Testimonies, Slaunders,
And out of the heart (remaining corrupt) come evil thoughts, Murders, Adulteries, Fornications, Thefts, false Testimonies, Slanders,
cc av pp-f dt n1 (vvg j) vvb av-jn n2, vvz, n2, n2, n2, j n2, n2,
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& such like sins, which defile the man, as Christ teacheth. Now, the worde is an Instrument of sanctification:
& such like Sins, which defile the man, as christ Teaches. Now, the word is an Instrument of sanctification:
cc d j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1, c-acp np1 vvz. av, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1:
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1776
Christ said his Disciples were al clean through the word which he had spokē to them. And pra•ed to his Father: christ said his Disciples were all clean through the word which he had spoken to them. And pra•ed to his Father:
np1 vvd po31 n2 vbdr d j p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno32. np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1:
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1777
Sanctify them with thy trueth, thy word is the trueth. Sanctify them with thy truth, thy word is the truth.
vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1, po21 n1 vbz dt n1.
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And the Apostle teacheth, that GOD doth sanctify the Church, & clense it by the washing of the water through the word.
And the Apostle Teaches, that GOD does sanctify the Church, & cleanse it by the washing of the water through the word.
cc dt n1 vvz, cst np1 vdz vvi dt n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1.
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1779
Now thē the plaister must be applyed to the place that is wounded or sore. If it be applied to any other place, it will do no good.
Now them the plaster must be applied to the place that is wounded or soar. If it be applied to any other place, it will do no good.
av pno32 dt n1 vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn cc j. cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, pn31 vmb vdi dx j.
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1780
If the disease come frō the hart or inward parts, it is in vain to lay the plaister to the head, to the eare, to the hand,
If the disease come from the heart or inward parts, it is in vain to lay the plaster to the head, to the ear, to the hand,
cs dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc j n2, pn31 vbz p-acp j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1,
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1781
or to the foote, so long as the heart & inward parts are not cured, they will minister new corrupt matter to the outward parts.
or to the foot, so long as the heart & inward parts Are not cured, they will minister new corrupt matter to the outward parts.
cc p-acp dt n1, av av-j c-acp dt n1 cc j n2 vbr xx vvn, pns32 vmb vvi j j n1 p-acp dt j n2.
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1782
If then our hearts be corrupt, we must not onely be content to apply the word to the eares by hearing it, to the head by vnderstanding it, to the tongue by talking of it,
If then our hearts be corrupt, we must not only be content to apply the word to the ears by hearing it, to the head by understanding it, to the tongue by talking of it,
cs av po12 n2 vbb j, pns12 vmb xx av-j vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp vvg pn31, p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg pn31, p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg pp-f pn31,
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1783
but also to the heart, for the purging of it, at the first; and for the guiding of it alwaies afterward.
but also to the heart, for the purging of it, At the First; and for the guiding of it always afterwards.
cc-acp av p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, p-acp dt ord; cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 av av.
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1784
2. Againe, the heart is the seate of the affections, you must therefore receiue the word into your hearts, that so it may worke on your affections, both to sanctifie them,
2. Again, the heart is the seat of the affections, you must Therefore receive the word into your hearts, that so it may work on your affections, both to sanctify them,
crd av, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pn22 vmb av vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, cst av pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2, av-d pc-acp vvi pno32,
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as also to stirre them vp vnto good.
as also to stir them up unto good.
c-acp av pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp j.
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1786
Thou must loue the word, trust in the word, and reioyce in the word, or rather thou must loue God, trust in God,
Thou must love the word, trust in the word, and rejoice in the word, or rather thou must love God, trust in God,
pns21 vmb vvi dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av-c pns21 vmb vvi np1, vvb p-acp np1,
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1787
and reioyce in God, because of his word:
and rejoice in God, Because of his word:
cc vvi p-acp np1, c-acp pp-f po31 n1:
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1788
as was shewed before in the example of Dauid. Thou canst not doe this, vnles thou receiue the word with thy heart.
as was showed before in the Exampl of David. Thou Canst not do this, unless thou receive the word with thy heart.
c-acp vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. pns21 vm2 xx vdi d, cs pns21 vvb dt n1 p-acp po21 n1.
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1789
As meate cannot nourish thy body, vnles it be receiued into thy stomacke.
As meat cannot nourish thy body, unless it be received into thy stomach.
p-acp n1 vmbx vvi po21 n1, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp po21 n1.
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1790
And as seede can neuer sprout nor come vp, vnles it be cast into the furrowes and clods of the earth, no more will the word profit thy soule,
And as seed can never sprout nor come up, unless it be cast into the furrows and clods of the earth, no more will the word profit thy soul,
cc c-acp n1 vmb av-x vvi ccx vvi a-acp, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, av-dx dc vmb dt n1 vvb po21 n1,
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1791
vnles it be receiued into by heart.
unless it be received into by heart.
cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp p-acp n1.
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1792
3. Moreouer, the heart is the commander of the whole man, and sets all on worke according to the disposition of it selfe.
3. Moreover, the heart is the commander of the Whole man, and sets all on work according to the disposition of it self.
crd av, dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc vvz d p-acp n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 n1.
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Of the abundance of the hart, the mouth speaketh, as saith our Sauiour. A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth good things:
Of the abundance of the heart, the Mouth speaks, as Says our Saviour. A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things:
pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvz, c-acp vvz po12 n1. dt j n1 av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz av j n2:
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1794
and an euill man out of the euill treasure of his heart, bringeth forth euill things.
and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart, brings forth evil things.
cc dt j-jn n1 av pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz av j-jn n2.
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1795
As the primu•• mobile doth turne all the other inferiour orbes, round about with it. And as the watch wheele of a clocke, guideth all the other wheeles. If it stand, they stand: if it goe, they goe:
As the primu•• mobile does turn all the other inferior orbs, round about with it. And as the watch wheel of a clock, guideth all the other wheels. If it stand, they stand: if it go, they go:
p-acp dt n1 j vdz vvi d dt j-jn j-jn n2, av-j a-acp p-acp pn31. cc c-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz d dt j-jn n2. cs pn31 vvb, pns32 vvb: cs pn31 vvb, pns32 vvb:
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1796
if it goe slowly, they goe slowly: if it go swiftly, they go swiftly:
if it go slowly, they go slowly: if it go swiftly, they go swiftly:
cs pn31 vvb av-j, pns32 vvb av-j: cs pn31 vvb av-j, pns32 vvb av-j:
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1797
So doth the heart of man, rule and order all the senses and parts of his body, either to good or euill:
So does the heart of man, Rule and order all the Senses and parts of his body, either to good or evil:
av vdz dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc vvi d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, av-d p-acp j cc j-jn:
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1798
they are exercised, as it is affected.
they Are exercised, as it is affected.
pns32 vbr vvn, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn.
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1799
Those then that would be obedient hearers of the word, must needes receiue and embrace it with their hearts:
Those then that would be obedient hearers of the word, must needs receive and embrace it with their hearts:
d cs cst vmd vbi j n2 pp-f dt n1, vmb av vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp po32 n2:
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that so their hearts louing and lyking, and beleeuing it, may set all their senses, and all the parts of their bodies on worke, to practise it.
that so their hearts loving and liking, and believing it, may Set all their Senses, and all the parts of their bodies on work, to practise it.
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4. Lastly, the heart is the safest place for it.
4. Lastly, the heart is the Safest place for it.
crd ord, dt n1 vbz dt js n1 p-acp pn31.
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1802
As sowne corne, if it lye on the top of the furrowes, may easily be deuoured by the fowles of the ayre:
As sown corn, if it lie on the top of the furrows, may Easily be devoured by the fowls of the air:
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1803
but if it be hid and couered, is free from that danger:
but if it be hid and covered, is free from that danger:
cc-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn, vbz j p-acp d n1:
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1804
so the word which thou hearest, if it goe no further then thy eares or head, it is easily taken from thee:
so the word which thou Hearst, if it go no further then thy ears or head, it is Easily taken from thee:
av dt n1 r-crq pns21 vv2, cs pn31 vvb dx jc cs po21 n2 cc n1, pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno21:
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1805
but if it descend to the bottome of thy heart, it may there be safelie kept. It is an heauenly treasure.
but if it descend to the bottom of thy heart, it may there be safely kept. It is an heavenly treasure.
cc-acp cs pn31 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, pn31 vmb a-acp vbb av-j vvn. pn31 vbz dt j n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1806
And therefore thou must imitate that man, who finding a treasure in the field, did hide it,
And Therefore thou must imitate that man, who finding a treasure in the field, did hide it,
cc av pns21 vmb vvi d n1, r-crq vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vdd vvi pn31,
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1807
and for ioy thereof, went and sold all that he had, to buy that field.
and for joy thereof, went and sold all that he had, to buy that field.
cc p-acp n1 av, vvd cc vvd d cst pns31 vhd, pc-acp vvi d n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1808
Though men will suffer their baser stuffe, and wodden vessell, to be more common, and lye more open, and remaine in greater danger:
Though men will suffer their baser stuff, and wooden vessel, to be more Common, and lie more open, and remain in greater danger:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1809
yet their best and most costly stuffe, their iewells and coyne, they will lay vp in the safest places.
yet their best and most costly stuff, their Jewels and coin, they will lay up in the Safest places.
av po32 js cc av-ds j n1, po32 n2 cc n1, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt js n2.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1810
So seeing the word of God, is most precious, of great value and worth, lay it vp safely in the bottome of the heart.
So seeing the word of God, is most precious, of great valve and worth, lay it up safely in the bottom of the heart.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1811
And if this be a property of good hearers, to heare the word with their hearts,
And if this be a property of good hearers, to hear the word with their hearts,
cc cs d vbb dt n1 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2,
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1812
then those who bring their bodies to the Church, and leaue their hearts at home:
then those who bring their bodies to the Church, and leave their hearts At home:
cs d r-crq vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1-an:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1813
who draw neere to God with their lippes and with their eares, when their hearts are farre from him, cannot be good hearers.
who draw near to God with their lips and with their ears, when their hearts Are Far from him, cannot be good hearers.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1814
If thou wouldest be of that number, prepare thy heart before hand, and while thou hearest, let not thy heart be thinking on any by-matters, but onely attend to that:
If thou Wouldst be of that number, prepare thy heart before hand, and while thou Hearst, let not thy heart be thinking on any by-matters, but only attend to that:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1815
heare with thy heart, as well as with thy eares, and then shalt thou be blessed by thy hearing.
hear with thy heart, as well as with thy ears, and then shalt thou be blessed by thy hearing.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1816
2. Againe, note hence more specially, the qualitie and disposition of their hearts, who heare profitably, they heare with an hon•st and good heart.
2. Again, note hence more specially, the quality and disposition of their hearts, who hear profitably, they hear with an hon•st and good heart.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1817
It is not any kind of heart, that will make your hearing profitable, it must be an honest and good heart.
It is not any kind of heart, that will make your hearing profitable, it must be an honest and good heart.
pn31 vbz xx d n1 pp-f n1, cst vmb vvi po22 n-vvg j, pn31 vmb vbi dt j cc j n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1818
Though thou shouldest heare with thy heart, as well as with thy eares, yet vnles it be a good heart, it will little auaile thee.
Though thou Shouldst hear with thy heart, as well as with thy ears, yet unless it be a good heart, it will little avail thee.
cs pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp po21 n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp po21 n2, av cs pn31 vbb dt j n1, pn31 vmb av-j vvi pno21.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1819
For in the goodnes of the heart cons•steth a maine difference, betwixt these hearers, and some of the former.
For in the Goodness of the heart cons•steth a main difference, betwixt these hearers, and Some of the former.
p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt j n1, p-acp d n2, cc d pp-f dt j.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1820
Those which be compared to stony ground, did heare with their harts:
Those which be compared to stony ground, did hear with their hearts:
d r-crq vbb vvn p-acp j n1, vdd vvi p-acp po32 n2:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1821
For they are saide not onely to heare, but also to receiue the word with ioy.
For they Are said not only to hear, but also to receive the word with joy.
c-acp pns32 vbr vvn xx av-j pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1822
Yet were they not good and honest hearts.
Yet were they not good and honest hearts.
av vbdr pns32 xx j cc j n2.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1823
They were hard and stony, and would not suffer the worde to take rooting deepe enough.
They were hard and stony, and would not suffer the word to take rooting deep enough.
pns32 vbdr j cc j, cc vmd xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n-vvg av-jn av-d.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1824
And those that be resembled to Thornie ground, did heare with their hearts, yet were their hearts not good:
And those that be resembled to Thorny ground, did hear with their hearts, yet were their hearts not good:
cc d cst vbb vvn p-acp j n1, vdd vvi p-acp po32 n2, av vbdr po32 n2 xx j:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1825
They were full of worldly cares, and carnall delights, which afterward choaked the word. But these receiued it with good and honest hearts, and therefore did both retaine it, and obey it.
They were full of worldly Cares, and carnal delights, which afterwards choked the word. But these received it with good and honest hearts, and Therefore did both retain it, and obey it.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1826
In describing of the qualitie of this their hart, Christ here vseth two words which be of a neere,
In describing of the quality of this their heart, christ Here uses two words which be of a near,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1827
yet not of the same signification. There is some difference •etwixt them: the one properly signifieth faire, beautifull, seemly, and comely:
yet not of the same signification. There is Some difference •etwixt them: the one properly signifies fair, beautiful, seemly, and comely:
av xx pp-f dt d n1. pc-acp vbz d n1 vvn pno32: dt pi av-j vvz j, j, j, cc j:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1828
the other signifieth good and excellent.
the other signifies good and excellent.
dt n-jn vvz j cc j.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1829
The one noteth the outward apparent qualitie, the other expresseth the inward nature, and inherent propertie of the thing.
The one notes the outward apparent quality, the other Expresses the inward nature, and inherent property of the thing.
dt pi vvz dt j j n1, dt n-jn vvz dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1830
And so hereby is signified, that the heart of these hearers is good each way: And so hereby is signified, that the heart of these hearers is good each Way:
cc av av vbz vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f d n2 vbz j d n1:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1831
both outwardly before men, manifesting it self to be good by open profession, by aboundance of fruites, and by constant perseuerance.
both outwardly before men, manifesting it self to be good by open profession, by abundance of fruits, and by constant perseverance.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1832
And also inwardly in it selfe, and before God, by a sincere sanctification, and holie disposition.
And also inwardly in it self, and before God, by a sincere sanctification, and holy disposition.
cc av av-j p-acp pn31 n1, cc p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1833
And so their heart differeth from the heartes of the former hearers.
And so their heart differeth from the hearts of the former hearers.
cc av po32 n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n2.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1834
For though they in receyuing the Worde with ioy, in belieuing it, and bringing forth some fruites of it, did make some faire showe,
For though they in receiving the Word with joy, in believing it, and bringing forth Some fruits of it, did make Some fair show,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1835
and gaue some outward signe of a good hear•, yet their heart was not effectually sanctified within:
and gave Some outward Signen of a good hear•, yet their heart was not effectually sanctified within:
cc vvd d j n1 pp-f dt j n1, av po32 n1 vbds xx av-j vvn a-acp:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1836
and they made those faire showes but for a time;
and they made those fair shows but for a time;
cc pns32 vvd d j n2 cc-acp p-acp dt n1;
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1837
Afterward they reuolting in time of Tentation, or failing in their fruites, thorough worldly cares and voluptuousnes, bewrayed the filthinesse of theyr hearts.
Afterwards they revolting in time of Tentation, or failing in their fruits, through worldly Cares and voluptuousness, bewrayed the filthiness of their hearts.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1838
Those then that would bee good hearers, must haue good hearts both waies.
Those then that would be good hearers, must have good hearts both ways.
d cs cst vmd vbi j n2, vmb vhi j n2 d n2.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1839
Both inwardly, in their owne nature and inclination, as also outwardly before men, by the fruites and testimonies.
Both inwardly, in their own nature and inclination, as also outwardly before men, by the fruits and testimonies.
av-d av-j, p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1, c-acp av av-j p-acp n2, p-acp dt n2 cc n2.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1840
As is the heart, so will the hearing be.
As is the heart, so will the hearing be.
p-acp vbz dt n1, av vmb dt n-vvg vbb.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1841
Good me•te will not nourish that mans bodie, who hath a bad stomacke, that cannot well digest it,
Good me•te will not nourish that men body, who hath a bad stomach, that cannot well digest it,
j n1 vmb xx vvi cst ng1 n1, r-crq vhz dt j n1, cst vmbx av vvi pn31,
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1842
before it be sent to other partes, but eyther leaues it ••we, or turnes it to grosse humors.
before it be sent to other parts, but either leaves it ••we, or turns it to gross humours.
c-acp pn31 vbb vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cc-acp d vvz pn31 av, cc vvz pn31 p-acp j n2.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1843
No more can sound Doctrine profite that man, that hath a corrupt and wicked heart.
No more can found Doctrine profit that man, that hath a corrupt and wicked heart.
av-dx dc vmb vvi n1 vvi d n1, cst vhz dt j cc j n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1844
If this be so, that no man that hath a bad heart should come to heare:
If this be so, that no man that hath a bad heart should come to hear:
cs d vbb av, cst dx n1 cst vhz dt j n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi:
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1845
and if he doe come, he shall loose his labour, and neuer be made better by hearing.
and if he do come, he shall lose his labour, and never be made better by hearing.
cc cs pns31 vdb vvi, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc av-x vbi vvn av-jc p-acp vvg.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1846
But wee knowe the contrarie, manie haue beene amended by hearing: yea, theyr bad haue bene made good.
But we know the contrary, many have been amended by hearing: yea, their bad have be made good.
cc-acp pns12 vvb dt n-jn, d vhb vbn vvn p-acp vvg: uh, po32 j vhb vbn vvn j.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1847
This must be vnderstoode of the whole acte of hearing.
This must be understood of the Whole act of hearing.
d vmb vbi vvd pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1848
Not onely of the time before they come to heare, but also of the whole Time, while they are in hearing.
Not only of the time before they come to hear, but also of the Whole Time, while they Are in hearing.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1849
Those men which had badde hearts before they came to heare, and still haue badde heartes all the time of their hearing,
Those men which had bad hearts before they Come to hear, and still have bad hearts all the time of their hearing,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1850
and goe away with as badde hearts as they brought with them, shall neuer reape profite by theyr hearing.
and go away with as bad hearts as they brought with them, shall never reap profit by their hearing.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1851
But if theyr heattes were badde before, yet are changed and sanctified by their hearing, they are profitable and fruitfull hearers.
But if their heattes were bad before, yet Are changed and sanctified by their hearing, they Are profitable and fruitful hearers.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1852
The hearts of those three thousand, which were conuerted by one of Peters sermons, were not good, till they heard him preach:
The hearts of those three thousand, which were converted by one of Peter's Sermons, were not good, till they herd him preach:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1853
but then were their harts pricked and made good. And at that instant they became fruitfull hearers:
but then were their hearts pricked and made good. And At that instant they became fruitful hearers:
cc-acp av vbdr po32 n2 vvn cc vvd j. cc p-acp d n-jn pns32 vvd j n2:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1854
For they receyued the worde gladly, were baptized, & added to the church, and continued in the Apostles doctrine and fellowship,
For they received the word gladly, were baptised, & added to the Church, and continued in the Apostles Doctrine and fellowship,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1855
and breaking of bread, and prayers.
and breaking of bred, and Prayers.
cc vvg pp-f n1, cc n2.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1856
The heart of Lydia was not good before shee heard Paul, but God then opened her hart,
The heart of Lydia was not good before she herd Paul, but God then opened her heart,
dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds xx j c-acp pns31 vvd np1, p-acp np1 av vvd po31 n1,
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1857
& by opening it, made it good;
& by opening it, made it good;
cc p-acp vvg pn31, vvd pn31 j;
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1858
and it being made good, caused her to attend to his doctrine, and to bring forth the fruites of it, by kind entertaining of her teachers.
and it being made good, caused her to attend to his Doctrine, and to bring forth the fruits of it, by kind entertaining of her Teachers.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1859
That vnbelieuer and vnlearned man, which as the Apostle writeth, came in when all did prophecie, brought a bad heart with him.
That unbeliever and unlearned man, which as the Apostle Writeth, Come in when all did prophecy, brought a bad heart with him.
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1860
For he was rebuked of all, and iudged of all, and the secrets of his heart made manifest:
For he was rebuked of all, and judged of all, and the secrets of his heart made manifest:
p-acp pns31 vbds vvn pp-f d, cc vvn pp-f d, cc dt n2-jn pp-f po31 n1 vvd j:
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1861
yet was his hart made good in the very time of hearing:
yet was his heart made good in the very time of hearing:
av vbds po31 n1 vvd j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg:
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1862
and therefore did he fall downe on his face, and worship God, and said plainely, that God is in you indeed.
and Therefore did he fallen down on his face, and worship God, and said plainly, that God is in you indeed.
cc av vdd pns31 vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc n1 np1, cc vvd av-j, cst np1 vbz p-acp pn22 av.
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1863
Wherefore knowe this, that so long as thy heart is bad, thy hearing cannot be good,
Wherefore know this, that so long as thy heart is bad, thy hearing cannot be good,
q-crq vvb d, cst av av-j c-acp po21 n1 vbz j, po21 n1 vmbx vbi j,
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1864
but so soone as thy heart is changed, thy hearing shall be profitable. Some write that Manna tasted according to the disposition of the eaters:
but so soon as thy heart is changed, thy hearing shall be profitable. some write that Manna tasted according to the disposition of the eaters:
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1865
to the good it had a sweete and pleasant taste, euen such a taste as they desired:
to the good it had a sweet and pleasant taste, even such a taste as they desired:
p-acp dt j pn31 vhd dt j cc j n1, av d dt n1 c-acp pns32 vvd:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1866
but to the bad a bitter and loathsome taste. Though this be vncertaine, Augustine once wrote it for certaintie, but afterward doubted of it, but to the bad a bitter and loathsome taste. Though this be uncertain, Augustine once wrote it for certainty, but afterwards doubted of it,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1867
because he could finde no warrant for it, but onely in Apocrypha: yet the like may be seene in the word of God, our heauenly Manna.
Because he could find no warrant for it, but only in Apocrypha: yet the like may be seen in the word of God, our heavenly Manna.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1868
It tasteth, it nourisheth and profiteth the hearers, according to the seuerall dispositions of their hearts.
It tasteth, it Nourishes and profiteth the hearers, according to the several dispositions of their hearts.
pn31 vvz, pn31 vvz cc vvz dt n2, vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2.
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1869
To them which haue good hearts, it is sweet, comfortable, and profitable: to them which haue corrupt hearts, it is loathsome, terrible, and vnprofitable.
To them which have good hearts, it is sweet, comfortable, and profitable: to them which have corrupt hearts, it is loathsome, terrible, and unprofitable.
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1870
This should teach euery one of vs, to looke to our hearts, and see that they be good, that so we may be fruitfull hearers:
This should teach every one of us, to look to our hearts, and see that they be good, that so we may be fruitful hearers:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
239
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1871
husbandmen haue great care to make their ground good and fertile, before they sowe it.
husbandmen have great care to make their ground good and fertile, before they sow it.
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1872
If it be barren, they will marke it, they will set mucke and dung on it, to make it more fruitfull.
If it be barren, they will mark it, they will Set muck and dung on it, to make it more fruitful.
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1873
As carefull should thou be to make thy heart good, seeing it is the soyle in which the Lords heauenly seede must be sowne.
As careful should thou be to make thy heart good, seeing it is the soil in which the lords heavenly seed must be sown.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
239
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1874
If it be not good alreadie, vse all good meanes to make it good, pray earnestly vnto God, that he would sanctifie it by his holy spirit.
If it be not good already, use all good means to make it good, pray earnestly unto God, that he would sanctify it by his holy Spirit.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1875
And if it be good, labour to make it better: the better it is, the more fruitfull shall thy heating be:
And if it be good, labour to make it better: the better it is, the more fruitful shall thy heating be:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1876
And for this purpose, heare the word often, for it will make thy heart better.
And for this purpose, hear the word often, for it will make thy heart better.
cc p-acp d n1, vvb dt n1 av, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi po21 n1 av-jc.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1877
The longer that the ground of your fields is tilled and sowne, the more bare and barren it will be.
The longer that the ground of your fields is tilled and sown, the more bore and barren it will be.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1878
But it is not so with the ground of your hearts, the oftner and the longer they are sowne with the scade of Gods word, the more fruitfull will they be.
But it is not so with the ground of your hearts, the oftener and the longer they Are sown with the scade of God's word, the more fruitful will they be.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1879
Such is the nature of this heauenly seede, that it will not make the ground more barren,
Such is the nature of this heavenly seed, that it will not make the ground more barren,
d vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cst pn31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 av-dc j,
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1880
but more fertile by often sowing.
but more fertile by often sowing.
cc-acp av-dc j p-acp av vvg.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
240
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1881
As the seede is good, that is sowne in your hearts, so let the soyle be made answerable vnto it,
As the seed is good, that is sown in your hearts, so let the soil be made answerable unto it,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1882
and then you neede not to doubt of a plentifull enc•ease.
and then you need not to doubt of a plentiful enc•ease.
cc cs pn22 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
241
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1883
Let not so good seede be lost, by lighting into bad soyle, heare with penitent hearts, with sanctified hearts, with beleeuing hearts, with resolued hearts, to receiue and obey, whatsoeuer is taught out of the word,
Let not so good seed be lost, by lighting into bad soil, hear with penitent hearts, with sanctified hearts, with believing hearts, with resolved hearts, to receive and obey, whatsoever is taught out of the word,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
241
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1884
and you shall be happy hearers. 2. Furthermore, we may hereby discerne, who haue good harts, who haue bad.
and you shall be happy hearers. 2. Furthermore, we may hereby discern, who have good hearts, who have bad.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
241
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1885
It is the goodnes of the heart, that makes the hearer to bring forth fruit. It is the corruption of the heart, that hinders his fruitfulnes.
It is the Goodness of the heart, that makes the hearer to bring forth fruit. It is the corruption of the heart, that hinders his fruitfulness.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1886
Those then that heare much, and practise little, haue bad hearts:
Those then that hear much, and practise little, have bad hearts:
d av d vvb d, cc vvi j, vhb j n2:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1887
but those that heare and practise the word in their liues, haue honest and good hearts.
but those that hear and practise the word in their lives, have honest and good hearts.
cc-acp d cst vvb cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, vhb j cc j n2.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1888
Though none knowe the heart of another, immediately and directly, but God alone, who is the onely searcher of it:
Though none know the heart of Another, immediately and directly, but God alone, who is the only searcher of it:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1889
yet as the Physition can iudge of the inward temperature of the body by the pulse,
yet as the physician can judge of the inward temperature of the body by the pulse,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1890
and as we may iudge of the tree by the fruits:
and as we may judge of the tree by the fruits:
cc c-acp pns12 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
242
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1891
so may we iudge of the inward goodnes and badnes of the heart, by the outward behauiour in the life.
so may we judge of the inward Goodness and badness of the heart, by the outward behaviour in the life.
av vmb pns12 vvi pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1892
And to keepe me to the present comparison of this parable.
And to keep me to the present comparison of this parable.
cc pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
242
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1893
If a man knew a field sowne in a good sort with good seede, yet afterward did see the corne to be thin and course, and yeeld no good crop:
If a man knew a field sown in a good sort with good seed, yet afterwards did see the corn to be thin and course, and yield no good crop:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
243
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1894
he will say the ground is barren.
he will say the ground is barren.
pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 vbz j.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
243
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1895
But if he passe by a close, toward haruest time, and see the corne very thicke and rancke,
But if he pass by a close, towards harvest time, and see the corn very thick and rank,
p-acp cs pns31 vvb p-acp dt j, p-acp n1 n1, cc vvi dt n1 av j cc j,
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1896
and beare a long care full of corne, he will say it is good land.
and bear a long care full of corn, he will say it is good land.
cc vvi dt j n1 j pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31 vbz j n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1897
So if we knowe people to be well taught, and yet yeeld little obedience in their liues, we may iustly suspect, that their hearts be not vpright before God:
So if we know people to be well taught, and yet yield little Obedience in their lives, we may justly suspect, that their hearts be not upright before God:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1898
but if we see them reforme their liues according to the word, auoyd those sinnes which it forbiddeth,
but if we see them reform their lives according to the word, avoid those Sins which it forbiddeth,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1899
and practise those duties which it commendeth, and that in a constant course of their conu••s•tion, 〈 ◊ 〉 may be assured that their hearts be honest and good.
and practise those duties which it commends, and that in a constant course of their conu••s•tion, 〈 ◊ 〉 may be assured that their hearts be honest and good.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1900
I• therefore you would haue others to thinke, that you haue honest and good hearts 〈 ◊ 〉 forth the fruits of the word in your liues.
I• Therefore you would have Others to think, that you have honest and good hearts 〈 ◊ 〉 forth the fruits of the word in your lives.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1901
The second speciall propertie in these hearers, is their keeping of the word.
The second special property in these hearers, is their keeping of the word.
dt ord j n1 p-acp d n2, vbz po32 n-vvg pp-f dt n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1902
They doe not onely receiue it with their hearts, and lay it vp in the bottome of them,
They do not only receive it with their hearts, and lay it up in the bottom of them,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1903
but likewise there they keepe it fast.
but likewise there they keep it fast.
cc-acp av a-acp pns32 vvb pn31 av-j.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1904
They will not let it goe out thence, nor suffer any to take it from them. They will not let it go out thence, nor suffer any to take it from them.
pns32 vmb xx vvi pn31 vvi av av, ccx vvi d pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno32.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1905
The originall word as some haue obserued, is very emphaticall, and importeth a keeping with much labour and difficultie. The original word as Some have observed, is very emphatical, and imports a keeping with much labour and difficulty.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1906
And so fitly expresseth the manner of their keeping, which is with striuing and strugling against their owne corruptions, against Sathans suggestions, and against the world; allurements.
And so fitly Expresses the manner of their keeping, which is with striving and struggling against their own corruptions, against Satan's suggestions, and against the world; allurements.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1907
Though all conspire, and ioyne their forces together, yet doe they keepe it so safe and sure,
Though all conspire, and join their forces together, yet do they keep it so safe and sure,
cs d vvb, cc vvi po32 n2 av, av vdb pns32 vvi pn31 av j cc j,
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1908
as that they cannot wrest it from them. And herein they also differ from all the former hearers.
as that they cannot wrest it from them. And herein they also differ from all the former hearers.
c-acp cst pns32 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp pno32. cc av pns32 av vvb p-acp d dt j n2.
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1909
The first sort lost it as soone as they receiued it: euen while they were in hearing, the diuell tooke it from them.
The First sort lost it as soon as they received it: even while they were in hearing, the Devil took it from them.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1910
The second sort kept it a while, but not long, for they beleeue for a time, they keepe the word no longer then they kept their faith.
The second sort kept it a while, but not long, for they believe for a time, they keep the word no longer then they kept their faith.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1911
Though they kept both in time of peace, yet they lost both in time of persecution.
Though they kept both in time of peace, yet they lost both in time of persecution.
cs pns32 vvd d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av pns32 vvd d p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
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1912
The third sort kept the word, yet not long, when as afterward it was choaked by cares and pleasures, it was taken from them.
The third sort kept the word, yet not long, when as afterwards it was choked by Cares and pleasures, it was taken from them.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1913
But these kept it for euer, neither the diuel by his suggestions, nor other men by their persecutions,
But these kept it for ever, neither the Devil by his suggestions, nor other men by their persecutions,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1914
nor their owne lusts by their prouocations, can depriue them of the word.
nor their own Lustiest by their provocations, can deprive them of the word.
ccx po32 d n2 p-acp po32 n2, vmb vvi pno32 pp-f dt n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1915
Such an hearer was the blessed virgin, the mother of Christ, she kept all her Sauiours sayings in h•r heart;
Such an hearer was the blessed Virgae, the mother of christ, she kept all her Saviour's sayings in h•r heart;
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1916
she did not only lay them vp, but also kept them. And not onely in her head, but likewise in her heart: she did not only lay them up, but also kept them. And not only in her head, but likewise in her heart:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1917
and not some onely, but all his words. And such keepers are all profitable hearers, for if the word enter into mens harts,
and not Some only, but all his words. And such keepers Are all profitable hearers, for if the word enter into men's hearts,
cc xx d av-j, cc-acp d po31 n2. cc d n2 vbr d j n2, c-acp cs dt n1 vvb p-acp ng2 n2,
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1918
and afterward goe out againe, it will doe them little or no good at all.
and afterwards go out again, it will do them little or no good At all.
cc av vvb av av, pn31 vmb vdi pno32 j cc dx j p-acp d.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1919
Though the meate which a man eateth, be receiued into his stomacke, yet vnles it continue there for a time,
Though the meat which a man Eateth, be received into his stomach, yet unless it continue there for a time,
cs dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz, vbb vvn p-acp po31 n1, av cs pn31 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1,
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1920
and be there digested, it will not nourish and seede his body.
and be there digested, it will not nourish and seed his body.
cc vbi a-acp vvn, pn31 vmb xx vvi cc vvi po31 n1.
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1921
Though seede be cast into the furrowes, yet vnles it doe there remaine for a season, to sprout and take rooting, it will not yeeld any crop to the reapers.
Though seed be cast into the furrows, yet unless it doe there remain for a season, to sprout and take rooting, it will not yield any crop to the reapers.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1922
Euen so, though the word should be receiued into the heart, yet vnles it doe there abide, it cannot fructifie in the life.
Eve so, though the word should be received into the heart, yet unless it doe there abide, it cannot fructify in the life.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1923
But if it be there safely kept, it will bring forth plentifull encrease.
But if it be there safely kept, it will bring forth plentiful increase.
p-acp cs pn31 vbb a-acp av-j vvn, pn31 vmb vvi av j n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1924
And therefore Christ said, Happie are they which heare the word of God and keepe it.
And Therefore christ said, Happy Are they which hear the word of God and keep it.
cc av np1 vvd, j vbr pns32 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc vvi pn31.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1925
Yea he accounteth them more happie for that their keeping of it, then was the wombe that bare him,
Yea he accounteth them more happy for that their keeping of it, then was the womb that bore him,
uh pns31 vvz pno32 av-dc j p-acp d po32 n-vvg pp-f pn31, av vbds dt n1 cst vvd pno31,
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1926
and the pappes that gaue him sucke. The benefite of this keeping is double. 1. It serueth for direction:
and the paps that gave him suck. The benefit of this keeping is double. 1. It serveth for direction:
cc dt n2 cst vvd pno31 vvi. dt n1 pp-f d n-vvg vbz j-jn. crd pn31 vvz p-acp n1:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1927
for the word, kept in the heart, will direct a man in his life, teaching him what sins to auoyd, what duties to performe.
for the word, kept in the heart, will Direct a man in his life, teaching him what Sins to avoid, what duties to perform.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1928
It will be a lanterne vnto his feete, and a light vnto his path.
It will be a lantern unto his feet, and a Light unto his path.
pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1929
It will be a guide, to say vnto him, this is the way walke in it,
It will be a guide, to say unto him, this is the Way walk in it,
pn31 vmb vbi dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, d vbz dt n1 vvb p-acp pn31,
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1930
when he turneth to the right hand, or to the left.
when he turns to the right hand, or to the left.
c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp dt j.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1931
And therefore Dauid said of himselfe, I haue hid thy promise in my heart, that I might not sinne against thee. And Therefore David said of himself, I have hid thy promise in my heart, that I might not sin against thee.
cc av np1 vvd pp-f px31, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cst pns11 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno21.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1932
As if the hiding & keeping of the word in the heart, were a speciall and an effectuall meane to keepe men from sinne.
As if the hiding & keeping of the word in the heart, were a special and an effectual mean to keep men from sin.
p-acp cs dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vbdr dt j cc dt j j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1933
And he also writeth of others;
And he also Writeth of Others;
cc pns31 av vvz pp-f n2-jn;
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1934
The mouth of the righteous will speake of wisedome, and his tongue will talke of iudgement:
The Mouth of the righteous will speak of Wisdom, and his tongue will talk of judgement:
dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb vvi pp-f n1, cc po31 n1 vmb vvi pp-f n1:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1935
for the lawe of his God is in his heart, and his steps shall not slide.
for the law of his God is in his heart, and his steps shall not slide.
c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n2 vmb xx vvi.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1936
If you will carefully and safely keepe the word in your hearts, you shall shew forth the fruit of it in your liues. 2. It serueth for perseuerance.
If you will carefully and safely keep the word in your hearts, you shall show forth the fruit of it in your lives. 2. It serveth for perseverance.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1937
It will make a man constantly to continue in grace, in obedience, in the Lords fauour, and in state of saluation.
It will make a man constantly to continue in grace, in Obedience, in the lords favour, and in state of salvation.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1938
It is certaine, that so long as men keepe the word in their harts, they cannot wholy fall away from God.
It is certain, that so long as men keep the word in their hearts, they cannot wholly fallen away from God.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
251
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1939
Now those that heare with good and honest hearts, shall alwaies safely keepe it: neither can the diuells tentations, nor the worlds persecution rob them of it:
Now those that hear with good and honest hearts, shall always safely keep it: neither can the Devils tentations, nor the world's persecution rob them of it:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1940
neither can their owne corrupt affections being mortified, expell it out of their hearts.
neither can their own corrupt affections being mortified, expel it out of their hearts.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1941
Though other hearers may loose the word by those meanes, yet not any of these which haue these honest & good harts.
Though other hearers may lose the word by those means, yet not any of these which have these honest & good hearts.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1942
And therefore as they are now in grace & in state of saluatiō, so shall they continue therein for euer. Whereupon Iohn sayth;
And Therefore as they Are now in grace & in state of salvation, so shall they continue therein for ever. Whereupon John say;
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1943
Whosoeuer is borne of God, sinneth not: for his seede remaineth in him: neyther can he sinne, because he is borne of God. Whosoever is born of God, Sinneth not: for his seed remains in him: neither can he sin, Because he is born of God.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1944
He cannot sinne totally and finally, so as he should thereby quite cut off himselfe from grace, and from saluation.
He cannot sin totally and finally, so as he should thereby quite Cut off himself from grace, and from salvation.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1945
Wherefore this propertie of these hearers, confuteth their opinion, who hold, that a man once in state of grace, may vtterly fall away, and become a reprobate.
Wherefore this property of these hearers, confuteth their opinion, who hold, that a man once in state of grace, may utterly fallen away, and become a Reprobate.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1946
If any will obiect, that so long as they keepe the word in their hearts, they cannot fall away:
If any will Object, that so long as they keep the word in their hearts, they cannot fallen away:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1947
but they may loose the word, it may bee taken out of their hearts, and then they may perish. I answere.
but they may lose the word, it may be taken out of their hearts, and then they may perish. I answer.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1948
That in this their argument they begge the question:
That in this their argument they beg the question:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1949
for neyther can any other take the worde from them, neyther shall they lose it of themselues.
for neither can any other take the word from them, neither shall they loose it of themselves.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1950
For this perpetuall keeping of the word, is a speciall propertie in these good hearers, whereby they differ from all other hearers.
For this perpetual keeping of the word, is a special property in these good hearers, whereby they differ from all other hearers.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1951
As their heartes are farre better then the rest; so shall they better keepe the word then any of the rest.
As their hearts Are Far better then the rest; so shall they better keep the word then any of the rest.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1952
Those bad hearers, which had their hearts mollified but in part, or had their hearts fraught with worldly cares and voluptuousnes, may receiue and keepe the worde for a time,
Those bad hearers, which had their hearts mollified but in part, or had their hearts fraught with worldly Cares and voluptuousness, may receive and keep the word for a time,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1953
and loose it afterward, as you heard before: but these who haue honest and good hearts shall keepe it, and bring forth fruit.
and lose it afterwards, as you herd before: but these who have honest and good hearts shall keep it, and bring forth fruit.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1954
This is a maine difference betwixt them; that the rest keepe it for a time, these keepe it for euer.
This is a main difference betwixt them; that the rest keep it for a time, these keep it for ever.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1955
If these hearers might afterward loose it as well as the rest, and bring forth no fruites of it,
If these hearers might afterwards lose it as well as the rest, and bring forth no fruits of it,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1956
then were there no difference betwixt them and the former. But certainely there is great difference.
then were there no difference betwixt them and the former. But Certainly there is great difference.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1957
And therefore those who receiue it, and keepe it not long, receiue it with bad hearts.
And Therefore those who receive it, and keep it not long, receive it with bad hearts.
cc av d r-crq vvb pn31, cc vvi pn31 xx j, vvb pn31 p-acp j n2.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1958
Those who receiue it with good and honest hearts, shall keepe it vnto the end.
Those who receive it with good and honest hearts, shall keep it unto the end.
d r-crq vvb pn31 p-acp j cc j n2, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
253
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1959
In this respect Christ compared him that heard his words, and did the same, to a wise man, which built his house on a rocke:
In this respect christ compared him that herd his words, and did the same, to a wise man, which built his house on a rock:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1960
the raine fell, the floodes came, and the windes blew, and beat vpon that house, and it fell not:
the rain fell, the floods Come, and the winds blew, and beatrice upon that house, and it fell not:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
253
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1961
for it was founded on a rocke.
for it was founded on a rock.
c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1962
So firmely is this hearer built on Christ, that sure & immoueable Rocke, that no troubles, tryals, persecutions, or tentationes can ouerthrow him.
So firmly is this hearer built on christ, that sure & immovable Rock, that no Troubles, trials, persecutions, or temptations can overthrow him.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1963
In the same respect Christ sayd, Euery branch that beareth not fruit in me, my Father taketh away:
In the same respect christ said, Every branch that bears not fruit in me, my Father Takes away:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1964
and euery one that beareth fruite, hee pu•geth it, that it may bring forth more fruit.
and every one that bears fruit, he pu•geth it, that it may bring forth more fruit.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1965
To signifie, that none are cut off but barren branches:
To signify, that none Are Cut off but barren branches:
p-acp vvi, cst pi vbr vvn a-acp p-acp j n2:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1966
those that be fruitfull shall neuer be cut off, but be made more fit to beare more fruit.
those that be fruitful shall never be Cut off, but be made more fit to bear more fruit.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1967
If it be further obiected, that so long as their hearts are honest & good, they shall keepe the word,
If it be further objected, that so long as their hearts Are honest & good, they shall keep the word,
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1968
& bring forth the fruits thereof:
& bring forth the fruits thereof:
cc vvi av dt n2 av:
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1969
but their hearts may be corrupted, and lose that goodnes, and then they shall lose the word.
but their hearts may be corrupted, and loose that Goodness, and then they shall loose the word.
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1970
I also answere, that if their hearts be once made such good & honest hearts,
I also answer, that if their hearts be once made such good & honest hearts,
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1971
as be here spoken of, they shall neuer be wholy & finally corrupted, they shall keepe their goodnes to the end. For as the Apostle saith;
as be Here spoken of, they shall never be wholly & finally corrupted, they shall keep their Goodness to the end. For as the Apostle Says;
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1972
The gifts and calling of God are without repentance. He who first made them good, wil continue them in goodnes.
The Gifts and calling of God Are without Repentance. He who First made them good, will continue them in Goodness.
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1973
He will confirme thē vnto the end, that they may be blameles in the day of the lord.
He will confirm them unto the end, that they may be blameless in the day of the lord.
pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
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1974
Hath he not promised to make an euerlasting couenāt with his people? and neuer to turne away from them, to doe them good? and to put his feare into their hearts, that they shall not depart from him. Hath he not promised to make an everlasting Covenant with his people? and never to turn away from them, to do them good? and to put his Fear into their hearts, that they shall not depart from him.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1975
For this purpose did Augustin• alleadge that, and other places, And further saith; S•ut operatur vt acced••••s si• operatur 〈 ◊ 〉 discedamus; For this purpose did Augustin• allege that, and other places, And further Says; S•ut operatur vt acced••••s si• operatur 〈 ◊ 〉 discedamus;
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1976
As he worketh, that we may come to him, so doth he worke, that wee may not depart from him.
As he works, that we may come to him, so does he work, that we may not depart from him.
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1977
I confesse, the grace and goodnes, of the heart, may lie for a time, as fire vnder ashes;
I confess, the grace and Goodness, of the heart, may lie for a time, as fire under Ashes;
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1978
yet is it neuer vtterlie extinguished.
yet is it never utterly extinguished.
av vbz pn31 av av-j vvn.
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1979
A man in a traunce seemeth dea• for a time, yet doth hereu••o, because his soule is in him.
A man in a trance seems dea• for a time, yet does hereu••o, Because his soul is in him.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1980
So shall these within while recouer, because gracest 〈 ◊ 〉 ••a•eth in them.
So shall these within while recover, Because gracest 〈 ◊ 〉 ••a•eth in them.
av vmb d p-acp n1 vvi, c-acp vv2 〈 sy 〉 vvz p-acp pno32.
(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1981
Hence ther ••st we learne to keep the word, that so wee may enioy these benefites, and b••eputed good hearers.
Hence there ••st we Learn to keep the word, that so we may enjoy these benefits, and b••eputed good hearers.
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1982
The Apostle exhorteth vs to let the word dwell in vs plenteously, teaching and admonishing vs. It must not lodge in vs as a stranger doeth,
The Apostle exhorteth us to let the word dwell in us plenteously, teaching and admonishing us It must not lodge in us as a stranger doth,
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1983
for a night in his •n••: but haue continuall residence and abode, as a man hath in his dwelling house.
for a night in his •n••: but have continual residence and Abided, as a man hath in his Dwelling house.
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1984
The voyce of it must not be like the stroke of a Musician, which onely affecteth a man while he heareth the sound:
The voice of it must not be like the stroke of a Musician, which only affects a man while he hears the found:
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1985
but rather like the receipt of a Physition, which worketh in the body a long time after it is taken.
but rather like the receipt of a physician, which works in the body a long time After it is taken.
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1986
It may be while you heare some doctrines, you knowe no present vse of them; yet keepe them in your hearts for the time to come:
It may be while you hear Some doctrines, you know no present use of them; yet keep them in your hearts for the time to come:
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
256
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1987
Heare for afterwards, as the Lord speaketh by his Prophet. As Ioseph in yeeres of plenty, layd vp store for yeeres of famine. Hear for afterwards, as the Lord speaks by his Prophet. As Ioseph in Years of plenty, laid up store for Years of famine.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1988
And as the Ant in summer gathereth prouision for winter:
And as the Ant in summer gathereth provision for winter:
cc c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1:
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1989
So must we at one time learne instructions, which may stand vs instead at another time.
So must we At one time Learn instructions, which may stand us instead At Another time.
av vmb pns12 p-acp crd n1 vvi n2, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 av p-acp j-jn n1.
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1990
In time of peace we must furnish and prepare our selues for warre: in health, for sicknes: in prosperitie, for aduersitie: in life, for death.
In time of peace we must furnish and prepare our selves for war: in health, for sickness: in Prosperity, for adversity: in life, for death.
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(6) commentary (DIV2)
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1991
The Lord will not admit vs to be of his priuy Counsell, to acquaint vs before hand how hee will vse vs,
The Lord will not admit us to be of his privy Counsel, to acquaint us before hand how he will use us,
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1992
and what he will bring vpon vs: wee must therefore so keepe the word, as we may be prepared for all occasions,
and what he will bring upon us: we must Therefore so keep the word, as we may be prepared for all occasions,
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1993
and know how to behaue our selues in all estates.
and know how to behave our selves in all estates.
cc vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2.
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1994
We must be l••e the wise Virgins, who kept Oyle i• their Lamps for al seas••s.
We must be l••e the wise Virgins, who kept Oil i• their Lamps for all seas••s.
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1995
A carefull Householder will not cast away an implement, because he hath no present vse of it,
A careful Householder will not cast away an implement, Because he hath no present use of it,
dt j n1 vmb xx vvi av dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhz dx j n1 pp-f pn31,
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1996
but will keepe it for 7. yeres, thinking that within that space he may need it.
but will keep it for 7. Years, thinking that within that Molle he may need it.
cc-acp vmb vvi pn31 p-acp crd n2, vvg cst p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb vvi pn31.
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1997
No more do you reiect any doctrine which serues not for your present purpose, keepe it stil in your hearts, the time may come,
No more do you reject any Doctrine which serves not for your present purpose, keep it still in your hearts, the time may come,
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1998
when it may much comfort your hearts, much edifie your soules, and bee a good direction for your liues We haue in these dayes few such hearers.
when it may much Comfort your hearts, much edify your Souls, and be a good direction for your lives We have in these days few such hearers.
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1999
Many mens hearts are like a broken pitcher, that will hold no water.
Many men's hearts Are like a broken pitcher, that will hold no water.
np1 ng2 n2 vbr av-j dt j-vvn n1, cst vmb vvi dx n1.
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2000
Or like to Siues, which hold water no longer then they are kept in the water.
Or like to Siues, which hold water no longer then they Are kept in the water.
cc av-j p-acp n2, r-crq vvb n1 av-dx av-jc cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1.
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2001
There be some who are desirous to heare much, and yet they keep little; they forget as fast as they learne.
There be Some who Are desirous to hear much, and yet they keep little; they forget as fast as they Learn.
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As it is better to eate lesse meate, and keepe it in the stomacke, and digest it,
As it is better to eat less meat, and keep it in the stomach, and digest it,
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2003
then to eate much, and presently to cast it vp againe: So is it better to heare lesse, and keepe it well, then to heart much, and presently forget it.
then to eat much, and presently to cast it up again: So is it better to hear less, and keep it well, then to heart much, and presently forget it.
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No more shall profit vs th•n that we keepe.
No more shall profit us th•n that we keep.
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2005
What must wee doe, that we may be able to keepe it? 1. Emptie your hearts of euil thoughts and wicked imaginations, worldlie cares, and carnall lustes:
What must we do, that we may be able to keep it? 1. Empty your hearts of evil thoughts and wicked Imaginations, worldly Cares, and carnal lusts:
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and if they be once expelled, keepe them still out: for as you often heard, they wil choake the word.
and if they be once expelled, keep them still out: for as you often herd, they will choke the word.
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2007
Isaack and Is•mael could not dwell together in one house. The A•ke of God and Dagon could not stand together in one Temple:Isaac and Is•mael could not dwell together in one house. The A•ke of God and Dagon could not stand together in one Temple:
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2008
No more can the word and these lustes be kept together in one heart: therefore keepe them out, that it may be kept in.
No more can the word and these lusts be kept together in one heart: Therefore keep them out, that it may be kept in.
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Countrey Farmers hedge and ditch, and make good fence round about their sowne fieldes, lest beastes should breake in, & destroy the corne.
Country Farmers hedge and ditch, and make good fence round about their sown fields, lest beasts should break in, & destroy the corn.
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So must thou gard & defend thy heart, lest these vngodly lusts break in, and destroy the seede of the word. 2. Meditate often of that which thou hast heard;
So must thou guard & defend thy heart, lest these ungodly Lustiest break in, and destroy the seed of the word. 2. Meditate often of that which thou hast herd;
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that is also a good meanes to keepe it:
that is also a good means to keep it:
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it wil imprint it more deeplie in thy heart, and cause it to worke more effectually vpon thy affections.
it will imprint it more deeply in thy heart, and cause it to work more effectually upon thy affections.
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In this respect, he is reputed a blessed man, that doth meditate in the Law of God day & night.
In this respect, he is reputed a blessed man, that does meditate in the Law of God day & night.
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Beastes after they haue eaten their meat, will chew the cudde; fetch it vp againe out of their belly, and chew it ouer anew. Beasts After they have eaten their meat, will chew the cud; fetch it up again out of their belly, and chew it over anew.
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2015
Such were cleane vnder the Lawe, fittest for meate vnto man, and for sacrifice vnto GOD. Such were clean under the Law, Fittest for meat unto man, and for sacrifice unto GOD.
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2016
The best learned in olde and late times, haue thought, that holy meditation is signified thereby.
The best learned in old and late times, have Thought, that holy meditation is signified thereby.
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You must then after you haue heard, call the doctrine to minde againe, meditate of it,
You must then After you have herd, call the Doctrine to mind again, meditate of it,
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2018
so it will best nourish your soules, and make you most fit for the Lords seruice.
so it will best nourish your Souls, and make you most fit for the lords service.
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2019
He that neglecteth this, cannot long keepe the word. 3. Vse holy and Christian conference with others, touching that which you haue heard.
He that neglecteth this, cannot long keep the word. 3. Use holy and Christian conference with Others, touching that which you have herd.
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This was commaunded vnder the Law.
This was commanded under the Law.
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The Lord enioyned the Iewes, that the wordes which he commaunded them, should bee in their hearts: The Lord enjoined the Iewes, that the words which he commanded them, should be in their hearts:
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yet not that onely, but they must rehearse them continually to their children.
yet not that only, but they must rehearse them continually to their children.
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Yea, euery one must talke of them when he taried in his house, when he walked by the way, Yea, every one must talk of them when he tarried in his house, when he walked by the Way,
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when he did lie downe, and when hee rose vp. It was practised and approued vnder the Gospell:
when he did lie down, and when he rose up. It was practised and approved under the Gospel:
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The two Disciples that trauelled to Em•us, conferred together touching Christ:
The two Disciples that traveled to Em•us, conferred together touching christ:
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Christ liked their conference so well, as hee vouchsafed them his presence, made a third person in the conference,
christ liked their conference so well, as he vouchsafed them his presence, made a third person in the conference,
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and opened to them the Scriptures, which foretold his death and resurrection; and made their heartes to burne within them, while hee talked with them;
and opened to them the Scriptures, which foretold his death and resurrection; and made their hearts to burn within them, while he talked with them;
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and did manifest himselfe to them, to confirme their faith in the truth of his resurrection.
and did manifest himself to them, to confirm their faith in the truth of his resurrection.
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So graciously did he approue and blesse that holy exercise.
So graciously did he approve and bless that holy exercise.
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In conference we may helpe others, and others may helpe vs, one bringing that to the others memorie which hee had forgotten.
In conference we may help Others, and Others may help us, one bringing that to the Others memory which he had forgotten.
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So also wee may helpe our selues:
So also we may help our selves:
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for that which is then repeated, is more surely imprinted in the memorie, and is not afterwards so easilie forgotten. 4. After thou hast heard, pray earnestly vnto God, that hee will imprint his word in thy heart.
for that which is then repeated, is more surely imprinted in the memory, and is not afterwards so Easily forgotten. 4. After thou hast herd, pray earnestly unto God, that he will imprint his word in thy heart.
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He promised by his Prophet, that in the new couenant of grace, he would put his Lawe in the inward parts of his people, He promised by his Prophet, that in the new Covenant of grace, he would put his Law in the inward parts of his people,
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and write it in their hearts. The Lawes of the former couenant hee wrote in Tables of stone:
and write it in their hearts. The Laws of the former Covenant he wrote in Tables of stone:
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but the Lawes of the latter couenant hee will write in the fleshlie tables of mens hearts.
but the Laws of the latter Covenant he will write in the fleshly tables of men's hearts.
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If he write them in your heartes, by the finger of his holy spirit, they shall neuer be rased or blotted out.
If he write them in your hearts, by the finger of his holy Spirit, they shall never be rased or blotted out.
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Wherefore pray earnestlie vnto him, that hee would write them, and so shall you be able to keepe them for euer.
Wherefore pray earnestly unto him, that he would write them, and so shall you be able to keep them for ever.
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Wherefore be carefull to vse these meanes.
Wherefore be careful to use these means.
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What is the cause why people heare much and keepe little, but are like to bottomlesse barrels, which let water runne out as fast as it is powred in? That of all the Sermons which they haue heard in their whole life time, they haue scarce the abridgement of one left in their heartes or heades,
What is the cause why people hear much and keep little, but Are like to bottomless barrels, which let water run out as fast as it is poured in? That of all the Sermons which they have herd in their Whole life time, they have scarce the abridgement of one left in their hearts or Heads,
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for their direction and consolation? But euen because they haue neglected these meanes.
for their direction and consolation? But even Because they have neglected these means.
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Vse them hereafter, and you shall finde how well they will make you able to keepe that which you heare.
Use them hereafter, and you shall find how well they will make you able to keep that which you hear.
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And bring forth fruite. The third and last propertie in these hearers is this; They bring forth fruite.And bring forth fruit. The third and last property in these hearers is this; They bring forth fruit.
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And this is another speciall difference betwixt them and all the rest: For the rest, eyther bring forth no fruite at all, as the first sorte;
And this is Another special difference betwixt them and all the rest: For the rest, either bring forth no fruit At all, as the First sort;
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or but for a time, as the second: or imperfect fruite, and in some things onely, as the third.
or but for a time, as the second: or imperfect fruit, and in Some things only, as the third.
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But these bring forth not for a while, but continually; not in some thinges onely, but in all;
But these bring forth not for a while, but continually; not in Some things only, but in all;
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and that ripe and perfect fruite.
and that ripe and perfect fruit.
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If good seede bee sowne in good ground, it vsually bringeth forth fruite for the vse of them which owe it and sowe it:
If good seed be sown in good ground, it usually brings forth fruit for the use of them which owe it and sow it:
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So if some doctrine be preached, and people heare it with good heartes, it will bring forth fruit in their liues.
So if Some Doctrine be preached, and people hear it with good hearts, it will bring forth fruit in their lives.
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These fruites are brought forth, not by profession, but by practise; and doe consift not so much in wordes as in deedes.
These fruits Are brought forth, not by profession, but by practice; and do consift not so much in words as in Deeds.
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And therefore Paul prayed that the Philippians might be filled with the fruites of righteousnesse.
And Therefore Paul prayed that the Philippians might be filled with the fruits of righteousness.
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And that the Colossians might please God in all things, being fruitful in all good works. And that the colossians might please God in all things, being fruitful in all good works.
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And he saith of the Romanes; That they being freed from sinne, and made seruants vnto God, had their fruits in holinesse.
And he Says of the Romans; That they being freed from sin, and made Servants unto God, had their fruits in holiness.
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So that this fruite cannot be vnderstood of the reward which the Saints receiue in heau•,
So that this fruit cannot be understood of the reward which the Saints receive in heau•,
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but of the obedience which they performe on earth: for that is a fruit which they receiue;
but of the Obedience which they perform on earth: for that is a fruit which they receive;
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this is a fruite which they bring forth: That they receiue from God, this they yeeld vnto God:
this is a fruit which they bring forth: That they receive from God, this they yield unto God:
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that is a fruit of glory, this is a fruit of grace. See then the disposition of these good hearers:
that is a fruit of glory, this is a fruit of grace. See then the disposition of these good hearers:
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They doe not onely heare the word with their cares, and vnderstand it with their mindes,
They do not only hear the word with their Cares, and understand it with their minds,
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and keep it in their hearts; but they doe also practise it in their liues. This is the chiefest end of all the rest.
and keep it in their hearts; but they do also practise it in their lives. This is the chiefest end of all the rest.
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Therefore doe they heare it, and learne it, and keep it in their hearts, that they may order their liues by it,
Therefore do they hear it, and Learn it, and keep it in their hearts, that they may order their lives by it,
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and practise it when occasion is offered. Happy are all those which thus heare. For as Iames saith;
and practise it when occasion is offered. Happy Are all those which thus hear. For as James Says;
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Who so looketh into the perfect law of libertie, and continueth therein, hee not being a forgetfull hearer, Who so looks into the perfect law of liberty, and Continueth therein, he not being a forgetful hearer,
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but a doer of the worke, shalbe blessed in his deede.
but a doer of the work, shall blessed in his deed.
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If therefore you would haue your hearing to be acceptable to God, and comfortable to your owne soules, let it end in obedience.
If Therefore you would have your hearing to be acceptable to God, and comfortable to your own Souls, let it end in Obedience.
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Ground that is sowne with good seede, though it shoot forth a broad and rancke blade, will not content the owner vnlesse it bring forth a good croppe.
Ground that is sown with good seed, though it shoot forth a broad and rank blade, will not content the owner unless it bring forth a good crop.
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No more can you please the Lord by hearing, vnderstanding, and professing the word, vnlesse therewithall you bring forth fruite of obedidience in your liues.
No more can you please the Lord by hearing, understanding, and professing the word, unless therewithal you bring forth fruit of Obedience in your lives.
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All the knowledge and learning that men can possibly haue in any A•te or Science, is nothing worth without practise.
All the knowledge and learning that men can possibly have in any A•te or Science, is nothing worth without practice.
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And can you thinke that your knowledge in matters of Religion will profite you any whitte without practise.
And can you think that your knowledge in matters of Religion will profit you any whit without practice.
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And indeede wee learne no more then wee practise: As that Pa•••• acknowledged;
And indeed we Learn no more then we practise: As that Pa•••• acknowledged;
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who (hearing the first Verse of the 39. Psalme, I said I will take heede to my wayes,
who (hearing the First Verse of the 39. Psalm, I said I will take heed to my ways,
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least I offend with my tongue ) confessed that he had not learned it in many yeeres,lest I offend with my tongue) confessed that he had not learned it in many Years,
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because he had not in many yeres attained to the right practise of it.
Because he had not in many Years attained to the right practice of it.
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We should be carefull to bring forth these fruits, both in respect of God, and also in respect of our selues.
We should be careful to bring forth these fruits, both in respect of God, and also in respect of our selves.
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First, in respect of God, because they serue for his glorie: Therefore sayde CHRIST to his Disciples;
First, in respect of God, Because they serve for his glory: Therefore said CHRIST to his Disciples;
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Herein is my Father glorified, that yee beare much fruite. Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit.
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And therefore Paul prayed, that the Philippians might be filled with the fruites of righteousnesse, which are by Iesus Christ vnto the glorie and prayse of God.
And Therefore Paul prayed, that the Philippians might be filled with the fruits of righteousness, which Are by Iesus christ unto the glory and praise of God.
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Those which glorie in the Lawe, and breake it, doe dishonour God: but they which •eare it, and obey it, do honour him. Those which glory in the Law, and break it, do dishonour God: but they which •eare it, and obey it, do honour him.
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If then you hau• any zeale of Gods glorie, bring forth these fruites. Againe, in respect of our selues, because wee shall receiue the reward of them.
If then you hau• any zeal of God's glory, bring forth these fruits. Again, in respect of our selves, Because we shall receive the reward of them.
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These that haue their fruit in holinesse, shall haue their end in eterna•l life. The workes of darkenesse are vnfruitfull workes, they bring no good to the authou•s:
These that have their fruit in holiness, shall have their end in eterna•l life. The works of darkness Are unfruitful works, they bring no good to the authou•s:
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but the works of right•ousnes are fruitfull, and procure a great reward to the doers. The fruites of grace are the seedes of the fruites of glorie.
but the works of right•ousnes Are fruitful, and procure a great reward to the doers. The fruits of grace Are the seeds of the fruits of glory.
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Hee that soweth to the Spirit, shall of the Spirit reape eternall life. Let vs therefore, as the Apostle exhorteth vs, not bee wearie of well doing:
He that Soweth to the Spirit, shall of the Spirit reap Eternal life. Let us Therefore, as the Apostle exhorteth us, not be weary of well doing:
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for in due season wee shall reape, if wee faint not. Let vs be stedf•st and vnmoueable, abundant alway in the worke of the LORD:
for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. Let us be stedf•st and Unmovable, abundant always in the work of the LORD:
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forasmuch as wee knowe that our l•bour is not in vaine in the LORD.
forasmuch as we know that our l•bour is not in vain in the LORD.
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Yea, let vs be fruitfull in all good duties, as well in those that abridge vs of our flesh he delights, and worldly gaine, as in other;
Yea, let us be fruitful in all good duties, as well in those that abridge us of our Flesh he delights, and worldly gain, as in other;
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seeing the losse and want of those here, shall bee recompenced with greater pleasures and profits in the Kingdome of heauen.
seeing the loss and want of those Here, shall be recompensed with greater pleasures and profits in the Kingdom of heaven.
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But take heede, least you bee deceiued in iudgeing amisse of these fruites; for some haue erred in taking those to be good fruites, which are none:
But take heed, lest you be deceived in judging amiss of these fruits; for Some have erred in taking those to be good fruits, which Are none:
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and those to be none, which are.
and those to be none, which Are.
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1. These fruites come of the seed, and bee of the same kinde and nature with the seede.
1. These fruits come of the seed, and be of the same kind and nature with the seed.
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As nothing is good seede but the worde of God:
As nothing is good seed but the word of God:
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so nothing is to bee taken for good fruit, but the practise and obedience of the worde.
so nothing is to be taken for good fruit, but the practice and Obedience of the word.
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And therefore the actes of will-worshippe, the obseruations of vnwritten traditions, and the practise of mens precepts, are not the fruits here spoken of.
And Therefore the acts of will-worship, the observations of unwritten traditions, and the practice of men's Precepts, Are not the fruits Here spoken of.
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The Lord may say to them that bring foorth such fruite;
The Lord may say to them that bring forth such fruit;
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Who required these thinges at your handes? These things, as the Apostle saith, may haue a shew of wisedome in voluntarie Religion,
Who required these things At your hands? These things, as the Apostle Says, may have a show of Wisdom in voluntary Religion,
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and humblenesse of minde, and in not sparing the bodie, nor hauing it in estimation to satisfie the flesh;
and humbleness of mind, and in not sparing the body, nor having it in estimation to satisfy the Flesh;
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yet they perish with the vse: they are after the comandements and doctrines of men, and therefore cannot please the Lord.
yet they perish with the use: they Are After the Commandments and doctrines of men, and Therefore cannot please the Lord.
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God requires, that you, who haue beene taught the worde, should bring forth the fruites of it,
God requires, that you, who have been taught the word, should bring forth the fruits of it,
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and not the fruites of humane traditions.
and not the fruits of humane traditions.
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If a man sow his fielde with corne, and it bring forth more grasse then corne, it will not content him, the grasse would haue growne there,
If a man sow his field with corn, and it bring forth more grass then corn, it will not content him, the grass would have grown there,
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though it neuer had beene sowne with corne.
though it never had been sown with corn.
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In like sort, if you be taught the word of God, and be more carefull to obserue mans traditions thē Gods truth, you shall not please the Lord therby, but rather offend him.
In like sort, if you be taught the word of God, and be more careful to observe men traditions them God's truth, you shall not please the Lord thereby, but rather offend him.
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2. Againe, as some haue erred in taking those to be fruits which are not,
2. Again, as Some have erred in taking those to be fruits which Are not,
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so on the other hand, some haue erred in taking those to be no fruits, which indeed are good fruits.
so on the other hand, Some have erred in taking those to be no fruits, which indeed Are good fruits.
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Know you, that the practise of euery dutie comanded in the word, is good fruit. Notwithstanding, as there be diuers kinds of seede, some of one graine, some of another,
Know you, that the practice of every duty commanded in the word, is good fruit. Notwithstanding, as there be diverse Kinds of seed, Some of one grain, Some of Another,
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& also diuers kindes of fruits, some of one graine, some of another: So there be diners kinds of doctrines, & diuers kinds of duties.
& also diverse Kinds of fruits, Some of one grain, Some of Another: So there be diverse Kinds of doctrines, & diverse Kinds of duties.
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And as al fields are not sowne with the same graine, but some with one kinde, some with another, as they will best beare.
And as all fields Are not sown with the same grain, but Some with one kind, Some with Another, as they will best bear.
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So all doctrines and duties are not imposed and enioyned to all persons, but some to one, some to another, according to their calling, place and estate.
So all doctrines and duties Are not imposed and enjoined to all Persons, but Some to one, Some to Another, according to their calling, place and estate.
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And therefore as all fields doe not bring forth the same graine, but euery one that kind wherewith it was sowne:
And Therefore as all fields do not bring forth the same grain, but every one that kind wherewith it was sown:
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So all persons cannot performe the same duties, but some one kinde, some another, according to their estate and calling.
So all Persons cannot perform the same duties, but Some one kind, Some Another, according to their estate and calling.
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The Magistrate therefore bringeth forth one kind of fruite, the minister another, the people another. The father one kind, the child another, the Maister one kind, the seruant another:
The Magistrate Therefore brings forth one kind of fruit, the minister Another, the people Another. The father one kind, the child Another, the Master one kind, the servant Another:
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The rich one kind, the poore another.
The rich one kind, the poor Another.
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Yet as that is accounted a fruitfull field, which bringeth forth a plentiful encrease of that graine wherewith it was sowne,
Yet as that is accounted a fruitful field, which brings forth a plentiful increase of that grain wherewith it was sown,
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though it be not the least graine of all.
though it be not the least grain of all.
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So those persons are fruitfull hearers, who carefully performe all such duties as belong to their place, state and calling,
So those Persons Are fruitful hearers, who carefully perform all such duties as belong to their place, state and calling,
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though they be not able to performe such good workes, as are accounted the greatest and most profitable.
though they be not able to perform such good works, as Are accounted the greatest and most profitable.
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Some haue imagined that the founding of Colledges and Schooles, erecting of Hospitals, building of Churches, bountifull almes giuen to the poore,
some have imagined that the founding of Colleges and Schools, erecting of Hospitals, building of Churches, bountiful alms given to the poor,
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and such great good workes, which can be performed by a fewe, are the onely or chiefest good fruites.
and such great good works, which can be performed by a few, Are the only or chiefest good fruits.
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Though we will not denie but that these be excellent fruits in their kinde, if they proceede from a good roote,
Though we will not deny but that these be excellent fruits in their kind, if they proceed from a good root,
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and be directed to a right end, yet are there many other good fruites, that may be as acceptable to God,
and be directed to a right end, yet Are there many other good fruits, that may be as acceptable to God,
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and as comfortable to the doers.
and as comfortable to the doers.
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Not onely the common duties of all Christians, but likewise the particular duties of euery mans speciall calling and estate, (though it be neuer so meane and base in the iudgement of the world) if they be performed in such a sort as the word directeth, are most acceptable fruites:
Not only the Common duties of all Christians, but likewise the particular duties of every men special calling and estate, (though it be never so mean and base in the judgement of the world) if they be performed in such a sort as the word directeth, Are most acceptable fruits:
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such as God will approue and reward. He that is a seruant, and in his seruice is put to many base workes:
such as God will approve and reward. He that is a servant, and in his service is put to many base works:
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yet if he performe the common duties of all Christians, and likewise performe the workes of his calling, in such a manner as the word teacheth him, the worke of his seruice, are good fruits.
yet if he perform the Common duties of all Christians, and likewise perform the works of his calling, in such a manner as the word Teaches him, the work of his service, Are good fruits.
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And therefore Paul bad seruants be obedient to their Maisters in singlenes of heart, as vnto Christ:
And Therefore Paul bad Servants be obedient to their Masters in singleness of heart, as unto christ:
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not with eye seruice, as men pleasers, but as the seruants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart.
not with eye service, as men pleasers, but as the Servants of christ, doing the will of God from the heart.
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As if by seruing their Maisters, in a good sort, they did serue Christ: yea he lets them vnderstād, that God would reward that their seruice:
As if by serving their Masters, in a good sort, they did serve christ: yea he lets them understand, that God would reward that their service:
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for whatsoeuer good thing any man doth, that shall he receiue of the Lord, whether he be bond or free.
for whatsoever good thing any man does, that shall he receive of the Lord, whither he be bound or free.
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And elsewhere the Apostle teacheth, yt if there be first a willing minde, it is accepted according to that a man hath,
And elsewhere the Apostle Teaches, that if there be First a willing mind, it is accepted according to that a man hath,
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and not according to that he hath not.
and not according to that he hath not.
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This bringeth forth of fruite is amplified 2. waies: 1. by yt maner, 2. by the measure of it.
This brings forth of fruit is amplified 2. ways: 1. by that manner, 2. by the measure of it.
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First by yt maner of it, for they are said to bring forth fruit with patience.
First by that manner of it, for they Are said to bring forth fruit with patience.
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And herein may also be seen a differēce betwixt these, and one sort of the other hearers:
And herein may also be seen a difference betwixt these, and one sort of the other hearers:
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Those that be cōpared to stony groūd, in time of tentation fal away, & so fayle both in professiō & practise;
Those that be compared to stony ground, in time of tentation fall away, & so fail both in profession & practice;
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and the reason is, because they want patience to beare the crosses that doe follow the word.
and the reason is, Because they want patience to bear the Crosses that do follow the word.
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But these at all seasons and in all estates, continue constant both in their profession and practise,
But these At all seasons and in all estates, continue constant both in their profession and practice,
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because they be endued with patience, to endure all troubles that doe befall them for the words sake.
Because they be endued with patience, to endure all Troubles that do befall them for the words sake.
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After ground is sowne with corne, it endures many violent stormes, and intemperate seasons:
After ground is sown with corn, it endures many violent storms, and intemperate seasons:
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faire weather and fowle, frost and snowe, cold and raine in winter, heate and drought in summer,
fair weather and fowl, frost and snow, cold and rain in winter, heat and drought in summer,
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before it can beare fruit in haruest.
before it can bear fruit in harvest.
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So those who heare and receiue the word, for the saluation of their soules, doe oftentimes endure great troubles,
So those who hear and receive the word, for the salvation of their Souls, do oftentimes endure great Troubles,
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and suffer much affliction, before they can bring forth the fruits of it. Yet if they be endued with patience, they will be content to beare all.
and suffer much affliction, before they can bring forth the fruits of it. Yet if they be endued with patience, they will be content to bear all.
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Hence it is, that the Apostle telleth the Hebrewes, that they had neede of patience, that after they had done the will of God, they might receiue the promise.
Hence it is, that the Apostle Telleth the Hebrews, that they had need of patience, that After they had done the will of God, they might receive the promise.
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As if by patience, they might be made able in those blood•• daies of cruell persecution, to doe the will of God,
As if by patience, they might be made able in those blood•• days of cruel persecution, to do the will of God,
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and so to receiue the promises.
and so to receive the promises.
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And through want of patience they should faile •n the deede, and not obtaine the promise.
And through want of patience they should fail •n the deed, and not obtain the promise.
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And for this cause he exhorteth vs to runne with patience the race that is set before vs. As if none could hold out to the end of the race, but onely the patient.
And for this cause he exhorteth us to run with patience the raze that is Set before us As if none could hold out to the end of the raze, but only the patient.
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And therefore in the midst of the greatest persecutions, the patience and faith of the Saints is commended and admired:
And Therefore in the midst of the greatest persecutions, the patience and faith of the Saints is commended and admired:
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As when it was said, Here is the patience and the faith of the Saints, because by patience in bearing the crosse,
As when it was said, Here is the patience and the faith of the Saints, Because by patience in bearing the cross,
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and by faith in beleeuing to receiue the crowne, they were made constant.
and by faith in believing to receive the crown, they were made constant.
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Thus will patience arme a man against all crosses, so that by it he shall be made able manifestly to encounter with them,
Thus will patience arm a man against all Crosses, so that by it he shall be made able manifestly to encounter with them,
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and safely to passe through them, and not be hindered by any of them, in the obedience of the word.
and safely to pass through them, and not be hindered by any of them, in the Obedience of the word.
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How soeuer in others, crosses and tribulations doe breede fainting and relapse: yet in these hearers, tribulation bringeth forth patience; patience, experience; experience hope; and hope maketh not ashamed.
How soever in Others, Crosses and tribulations do breed fainting and relapse: yet in these hearers, tribulation brings forth patience; patience, experience; experience hope; and hope makes not ashamed.
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What is the cause, that one hearer, to preuent fo••e inconuenience which he feareth, or to remoue some trouble that he feeleth, will refuse to performe the dutie taught him.
What is the cause, that one hearer, to prevent fo••e inconvenience which he fears, or to remove Some trouble that he feeleth, will refuse to perform the duty taught him.
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And another will rather chuse to endure all crosses and losses, all disgraces and dangers,
And Another will rather choose to endure all Crosses and losses, all disgraces and dangers,
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yea imprisonment and death, then sinne against his God? but because the one wanteth patience, the other is endued with patience.
yea imprisonment and death, then sin against his God? but Because the one Wants patience, the other is endued with patience.
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So necessarie is patience for our practise. So greatly doth it further vs in our obedience.
So necessary is patience for our practice. So greatly does it further us in our Obedience.
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This should be a motiue to perswade euery one of you to seeke for patience.
This should be a motive to persuade every one of you to seek for patience.
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It is in vaine to heare Gods word with intent to obey it, vnles by patience you possesse your owne soules:
It is in vain to hear God's word with intent to obey it, unless by patience you possess your own Souls:
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for otherwise your owne crosse, will stop your course, to turne you out of the way that leadeth vnto life.
for otherwise your own cross, will stop your course, to turn you out of the Way that leads unto life.
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The more patience, the more obedience: the lesse patience, the lesse obedience:
The more patience, the more Obedience: the less patience, the less Obedience:
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wee should loue religion so dearely, as we must be content to suffer persecution for the profession and practise of it,
we should love Religion so dearly, as we must be content to suffer persecution for the profession and practice of it,
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and rather lay down our liues for the maintenance of it, then faile in the obedience of it.
and rather lay down our lives for the maintenance of it, then fail in the Obedience of it.
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The same minde ought to be in vs, which was in the blessed Apostle Paul; who knowing that bands and afflictio•s did abide in euery place:
The same mind ought to be in us, which was in the blessed Apostle Paul; who knowing that bans and afflictio•s did abide in every place:
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yet passed not for them, neither was his life deare vnto himselfe, so that hee might fulfill his course with ioy.
yet passed not for them, neither was his life deer unto himself, so that he might fulfil his course with joy.
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And when he was told by Agabus the Prophet, that he must be bound in Ierusalem, did openly protest, that he was readie not onely to be bound, And when he was told by Agabus the Prophet, that he must be bound in Ierusalem, did openly protest, that he was ready not only to be bound,
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but also to die there, for the name of the Lord Iesus.
but also to die there, for the name of the Lord Iesus.
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Yet consider that you cannot endure the least of those things, vnles you be endued with patience;
Yet Consider that you cannot endure the least of those things, unless you be endued with patience;
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you know not what may befall you hereafter, and therefore pray vnto God, that he will grant you patience to beare that which shall come.
you know not what may befall you hereafter, and Therefore pray unto God, that he will grant you patience to bear that which shall come.
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In time of publike peace, and when the Gospell is defended by the authoritie of Magistrates, men may endure some secret and priuate persecuti•• by inferiour persons:
In time of public peace, and when the Gospel is defended by the Authority of Magistrates, men may endure Some secret and private persecuti•• by inferior Persons:
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Especially in the•e popish parts, where some hold of Christ some of Antichrist: where papists grow headstrong through impun•t•e.
Especially in the•e popish parts, where Some hold of christ Some of Antichrist: where Papists grow headstrong through impun•t•e.
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And where many are Protestants in shew, but Papists in truth. If they cannot persecute you by the sword, they will persecute you by the tongue.
And where many Are Protestants in show, but Papists in truth. If they cannot persecute you by the sword, they will persecute you by the tongue.
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If not by fire and fagot, as they were wont, yet by priuate wrongs and spitefull displeasures.
If not by fire and faggot, as they were wont, yet by private wrongs and spiteful displeasures.
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Yea the Church is no better now, then was Abrahams house, in which the sonne of the bond woman, by scoffes and mockes, did persecute the sonne of the free woman. Yea the Church is no better now, then was Abrahams house, in which the son of the bound woman, by scoffs and mocks, did persecute the son of the free woman.
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Did not Caine and Abell sacrifice together, yet Caine enioyed Abell, because his sacrifice was better accepted, Did not Cain and Abel sacrifice together, yet Cain enjoyed Abel, Because his sacrifice was better accepted,
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and afterward flew him for it? Was not Paul often in perills among false brethren? And did you not heare out of Bernard, how the Church complained, that in her peace, she had greatest bitternes? Of a peaceable time he said, Et pax est, & non est pax, there is peace, and there is not peace:
and afterwards flew him for it? Was not Paul often in perils among false brothers? And did you not hear out of Bernard, how the Church complained, that in her peace, she had greatest bitterness? Of a peaceable time he said, Et pax est, & non est pax, there is peace, and there is not peace:
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peace from Pagons, peace from Heretikes, yet not peace indeed from the sonnes. Many friends, were foes indeed.
peace from Pagons, peace from Heretics, yet not peace indeed from the Sons. Many Friends, were foes indeed.
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We must therefore in all times looke to receiue some affliction for the Gospells sake: And therefore seeke for patience at all seasons, that so in the time of persecution,
We must Therefore in all times look to receive Some affliction for the Gospels sake: And Therefore seek for patience At all seasons, that so in the time of persecution,
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and in the time of peace, you may continue constant in the profession and practise of Gods word.
and in the time of peace, you may continue constant in the profession and practice of God's word.
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2. Moreouer, this their bringing forth of fruite, is amplified by the measure of it, which was great in all, yet not alike in all.
2. Moreover, this their bringing forth of fruit, is amplified by the measure of it, which was great in all, yet not alike in all.
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All were fruitfull, yet there was great difference and varietie in the qualitie of their fruite, some brought forth lesse, some more.
All were fruitful, yet there was great difference and variety in the quality of their fruit, Some brought forth less, Some more.
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Though this be not here noted in this Euangelist, yet is it mentioned by the other two Euangelists, and that both in the propounding of the parable,
Though this be not Here noted in this Evangelist, yet is it mentioned by the other two Evangelists, and that both in the propounding of the parable,
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and in the exposition of it. They say, some brought forth thirtie fold, some sixtie fold, some an hundred fold.
and in the exposition of it. They say, Some brought forth thirtie fold, Some sixtie fold, Some an hundred fold.
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So much did each seede multiplie and encrease.
So much did each seed multiply and increase.
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Wherein Christ speaketh according to the qualitie of the best ground in Iudea: The whole land was very fertile, as the scripture teacheth.
Wherein christ speaks according to the quality of the best ground in Iudea: The Whole land was very fertile, as the scripture Teaches.
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It was a land that flowed with milke and hony, and therefore would yeeld great encrease of corne.
It was a land that flowed with milk and honey, and Therefore would yield great increase of corn.
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The worst of it, was as good as the best of our ground; and therefore the best must needes be exceeding fruitfull.
The worst of it, was as good as the best of our ground; and Therefore the best must needs be exceeding fruitful.
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The ground of other lands, haue yeelded great encrease.
The ground of other Lands, have yielded great increase.
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When Isaacke sowed corne in Gerar, he receiued an hundred measures for one that he sowed.
When Isaacke sowed corn in Gerar, he received an hundred measures for one that he sowed.
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Forraine writers record that Byzaz• in Africa, for one bushel of seede yeelded an 150. of encrease. Foreign writers record that Byzaz• in Africa, for one bushel of seed yielded an 150. of increase.
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That the countrey of the Euhesperites yeeldeth an hundred fold. The countrey of the Cynopeans, three hundreth fold.
That the country of the euhesperites yields an hundred fold. The country of the Cynopeans, three Hundredth fold.
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And the land of Babylon in some parts hath bene so fruitfull, that it neuer yeelded lesse then two hundred fold, sometime three hundred fold.
And the land of Babylon in Some parts hath be so fruitful, that it never yielded less then two hundred fold, sometime three hundred fold.
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Now •he land of Canaan (especially in some parts, and in a seasonable yeare) was not inferiour to them,
Now •he land of Canaan (especially in Some parts, and in a seasonable year) was not inferior to them,
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and therefore would yeeld great encrease, yet not all alike:
and Therefore would yield great increase, yet not all alike:
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some parts of it was more fertile then other, and so brought forth greater store of fruit.
Some parts of it was more fertile then other, and so brought forth greater store of fruit.
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Thereby doth Christ set forth the diuersitie of fruitfulnes in his hearers. All good hearers yeeld plentie of fruit, yet some more, some lesse.
Thereby does christ Set forth the diversity of fruitfulness in his hearers. All good hearers yield plenty of fruit, yet Some more, Some less.
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The word worketh powerfully in them all, yet more powerfully and effectually in some then in others.
The word works powerfully in them all, yet more powerfully and effectually in Some then in Others.
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So fruitfull is the seede of the word, that of a few graines there springeth an admirable encrease of all vertues.
So fruitful is the seed of the word, that of a few grains there springs an admirable increase of all Virtues.
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A plentifull store of all graces in the heart; many heauenly meditatio•s, holy thoughts, and godly motions in the minde:
A plentiful store of all graces in the heart; many heavenly meditatio•s, holy thoughts, and godly motions in the mind:
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all sorts of good words in the mouth; and all manner of good workes in the life:
all sorts of good words in the Mouth; and all manner of good works in the life:
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yet all good hearers, haue not all these in the same qualitie and number. In some they more abound, in others lesse.
yet all good hearers, have not all these in the same quality and number. In Some they more abound, in Others less.
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And therefore as before you sawe some difference betwixt bad hearers: so here you may behold some varietie and difference among good hearers.
And Therefore as before you saw Some difference betwixt bad hearers: so Here you may behold Some variety and difference among good hearers.
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For one doth much exceede another in the multitude, and encrease of fruites, according to the measure of Gods grace giuen to euery one.
For one does much exceed Another in the multitude, and increase of fruits, according to the measure of God's grace given to every one.
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The Rhemistes teach, that this difference of Fruites, is the difference of merits in this life,
The Rheumatics teach, that this difference of Fruits, is the difference of merits in this life,
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and rewards for them in the next life: according to the diuersitie of states.
and rewards for them in the next life: according to the diversity of states.
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As that the hundred fold agreeth to virgins professed, threescore fold to religious widowes, thirtie fold to the maried.
As that the hundred fold agreeth to Virgins professed, threescore fold to religious Widows, thirtie fold to the married.
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And hence would many popish writers proue, the excellencie and dignitie of single life, aboue widow-hood and mariage.
And hence would many popish writers prove, the excellency and dignity of single life, above widowhood and marriage.
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But therein they manifestly declare, that they neither vnderstand the s••pe of the parable, nor the meaning of Christs exposition.
But therein they manifestly declare, that they neither understand the s••pe of the parable, nor the meaning of Christ exposition.
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1. For first it is apparant that Christ spake it not of receiuing fruits, or rewards:
1. For First it is apparent that christ spoke it not of receiving fruits, or rewards:
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but of bearing and bringing forth the fruits of obedience. Though these be so linked together, as the one sort doth certainely follow the other, yet doe they much differ.
but of bearing and bringing forth the fruits of Obedience. Though these be so linked together, as the one sort does Certainly follow the other, yet do they much differ.
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The one sort of fruits are our deeds, performed by vs vnto God:
The one sort of fruits Are our Deeds, performed by us unto God:
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the other sort are Gods rewards, which hee in mercy bestoweth on vs, and which we receiue from him.
the other sort Are God's rewards, which he in mercy bestoweth on us, and which we receive from him.
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The one sort are the fruits of grace, here brought-forth for a time on the earth, the other are the fruits of glory, receiued and enioyed in heauen, for euermore.
The one sort Are the fruits of grace, Here brought-forth for a time on the earth, the other Are the fruits of glory, received and enjoyed in heaven, for evermore.
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Of the former kind, Christ speaketh: For it was not his purpose to shew the difference betwixt men in heauen;
Of the former kind, christ speaks: For it was not his purpose to show the difference betwixt men in heaven;
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but a difference betwixt good hearers, in bringing forth the fruits of the word on the earth.
but a difference betwixt good hearers, in bringing forth the fruits of the word on the earth.
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Euen as before he noted a difference betwixt bad hearers, not as they shall be hereafter in hell,
Eve as before he noted a difference betwixt bad hearers, not as they shall be hereafter in hell,
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but as they are now liuing in the world:
but as they Are now living in the world:
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how then can his words proue any merit of workes, or difference of merits in the next life?
how then can his words prove any merit of works, or difference of merits in the next life?
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2. Christ in this parable spake not of any outward estates, or different degrees of men in the world,
2. christ in this parable spoke not of any outward estates, or different Degrees of men in the world,
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but onely of diuers sorts of hearers. People of all estates and conditions, did then heare him, and afterward heare the Apostles,
but only of diverse sorts of hearers. People of all estates and conditions, did then hear him, and afterwards hear the Apostles,
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and doe now heare vs. Now Christ teacheth, that of what state or condition soeuer they be,
and do now hear us Now christ Teaches, that of what state or condition soever they be,
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whether single persons, or maried, or widowes, they shall beare fruites, according to the manner of their hearing,
whither single Persons, or married, or Widows, they shall bear fruits, according to the manner of their hearing,
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and according to the inward disposition of their hearts.
and according to the inward disposition of their hearts.
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And therefore a maried person hearing in a better manner, and receiuing the word with a better heart,
And Therefore a married person hearing in a better manner, and receiving the word with a better heart,
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then a virgine, then a widowe, shall bring forth more fruites of the word, and receiue more benefite by his hearing.
then a Virgae, then a widow, shall bring forth more fruits of the word, and receive more benefit by his hearing.
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3. Againe, God will neither respect nor reward any, for their outward estates and conditions,
3. Again, God will neither respect nor reward any, for their outward estates and conditions,
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but for the right vse of them, and for their good cariage and godly behauiour in them.
but for the right use of them, and for their good carriage and godly behaviour in them.
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And therefore Augustine said, Me•or est marit at a humal•s, quam virgo superb• An humble maried woman, is better then a proud virgin.
And Therefore Augustine said, Me•or est marit At a humal•s, quam virgo superb• an humble married woman, is better then a proud Virgae.
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And Cyrill compared virgins which had chastitie of body without puritie of minde, without grace in the heart,
And Cyril compared Virgins which had chastity of body without purity of mind, without grace in the heart,
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and obedience in their liues, vnto those fiue foolish virgins, that had lampes without oyle, and were not suffered to enter into the bridegromes wedding chamber.
and Obedience in their lives, unto those fiue foolish Virgins, that had lamps without oil, and were not suffered to enter into the bridegroom's wedding chamber.
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And Augustine preferred maried martyrs before chaste virgins.
And Augustine preferred married Martyrs before chaste Virgins.
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But to leaue them with their absurd collection, and to come to the doctrine here entended by Christ, we are here taught, that many may heare the word of God together, But to leave them with their absurd collection, and to come to the Doctrine Here intended by christ, we Are Here taught, that many may hear the word of God together,
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and all be profitable hearers, and all be saued by their hearing, yet all doe not profit alike,
and all be profitable hearers, and all be saved by their hearing, yet all do not profit alike,
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nor bring forth the same fruites of obedience in their liues: but some fewer, some more;
nor bring forth the same fruits of Obedience in their lives: but Some fewer, Some more;
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according as their hearts are prepared, and according as it pleaseth the Lord to bestowe his graces.
according as their hearts Are prepared, and according as it Pleases the Lord to bestow his graces.
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Yea though they all heare one and the same man, and the same sermons, and one heare as often as another:
Yea though they all hear one and the same man, and the same Sermons, and one hear as often as Another:
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yet may one be more plentifull in the fruites of the word, then is another. All furrowes of the same land, doe not bring forth an equall number of eares:
yet may one be more plentiful in the fruits of the word, then is Another. All furrows of the same land, do not bring forth an equal number of ears:
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and all eares of the same furrowe, doe not beare an equall number of graines: but some more, some lesse, as it pleaseth the Lord to giue an encrease.
and all ears of the same furrow, do not bear an equal number of grains: but Some more, Some less, as it Pleases the Lord to give an increase.
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The consideration whereof, serueth for the instruction of all sortes of good hearers, whatsoeuer measure of fruites they doe bring forth.
The consideration whereof, serveth for the instruction of all sorts of good hearers, whatsoever measure of fruits they do bring forth.
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1. First this may comfort those good hearers, who profit not so much in hearing as some others doe, doe not attaine to such a measure of knowledge,
1. First this may Comfort those good hearers, who profit not so much in hearing as Some Others do, do not attain to such a measure of knowledge,
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nor are able to yeeld such abundance of fruit as others doe. If their hearts be holy and good, if they doe all of faith and sinceritie,
nor Are able to yield such abundance of fruit as Others doe. If their hearts be holy and good, if they do all of faith and sincerity,
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and desire to bring forth more fruits: God will account them profitable hearers, and accept of their obedience.
and desire to bring forth more fruits: God will account them profitable hearers, and accept of their Obedience.
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And the word which they heare, shall saue their soules. As farmers are glad of all eares which haue corne in them;
And the word which they hear, shall save their Souls. As farmers Are glad of all ears which have corn in them;
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though some be longer, some shorter, some containe more graines, some containe fewer: yet will they gather all into the barne. though Some be longer, Some shorter, Some contain more grains, Some contain fewer: yet will they gather all into the bairn.
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So God doth accept of all persons that bring forth the fruits of the word,
So God does accept of all Persons that bring forth the fruits of the word,
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and will bring to heauen, as well those that haue lesser, as those that haue more fruits.
and will bring to heaven, as well those that have lesser, as those that have more fruits.
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Such is his mercy and bountie, that although hee require the same measure of all,
Such is his mercy and bounty, that although he require the same measure of all,
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yet finding difference among them, because of the diuersitie of his grace, he doth so receiue the first and the best,
yet finding difference among them, Because of the diversity of his grace, he does so receive the First and the best,
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as he doth not refuse the second and middle-sort, nor yet reiect the last and least.
as he does not refuse the second and middle-sort, nor yet reject the last and least.
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Vnder the Lawe there were some Sacrifices cheaper, some more costly:
Under the Law there were Some Sacrifices cheaper, Some more costly:
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If men or women, by reason of their pouertie were not able to offer the better, the Lord was content to take the meaner.
If men or women, by reason of their poverty were not able to offer the better, the Lord was content to take the meaner.
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And therefore Christ commended the poore Widowes 2. mites, aboue all the great gifts which rich men cast into the treasurie.
And Therefore christ commended the poor Widows 2. mites, above all the great Gifts which rich men cast into the treasury.
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And vnder the Gospell, the seruant which receiued two talents, and by employment made them foure, was commended and rewarded of his maister,
And under the Gospel, the servant which received two Talents, and by employment made them foure, was commended and rewarded of his master,
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as well as he that had receiued fiue, and made them tenne.
as well as he that had received fiue, and made them tenne.
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And they that wrought but one houre in the Vineyard, receiued the same penny at night, with them that had borne the heat and burden of the day. And they that wrought but one hour in the Vineyard, received the same penny At night, with them that had born the heat and burden of the day.
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Wherefore let not thine owne penurie, and other mens plentie of fruite dismay thee:
Wherefore let not thine own penury, and other men's plenty of fruit dismay thee:
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but consider, that if thou practise what thou knowest, doest as many good workes as the Lord doth enable thee;
but Consider, that if thou practise what thou Knowest, dost as many good works as the Lord does enable thee;
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and art willing and desirous to doe more, if abilitie were afforded, and occasion offered;
and art willing and desirous to do more, if ability were afforded, and occasion offered;
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thou art a good hearer, and mayest goe to heauen with those that farre exceede thee in the number of their fruites.
thou art a good hearer, and Mayest go to heaven with those that Far exceed thee in the number of their fruits.
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Yet let not any take occasion hereby to be more backward and sparing in their fruits,
Yet let not any take occasion hereby to be more backward and sparing in their fruits,
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as if a small quantitie would serue the turne. All of vs ought to striue to bring foorth abundance;
as if a small quantity would serve the turn. All of us ought to strive to bring forth abundance;
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yea each yeere more then other.
yea each year more then other.
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Those which be planted in the house of the Lord, do flourish and bring forth in their olde age.
Those which be planted in the house of the Lord, do flourish and bring forth in their old age.
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It is to be feared, that he who desireth to be no better, is not good at all: It is to be feared, that he who Desires to be no better, is not good At all:
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and he that desireth to bring forth no more fruites, bringeth forth none at all that be good.
and he that Desires to bring forth no more fruits, brings forth none At all that be good.
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Let them vnderstand, that none bring forth such store of fruit as they ought. And that he which soweth sparingly, shall reap sparingly:
Let them understand, that none bring forth such store of fruit as they ought. And that he which Soweth sparingly, shall reap sparingly:
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& he that soweth liberally, shall reape liberally.
& he that Soweth liberally, shall reap liberally.
cc pns31 cst vvz av-j, vmb vvi av-j.
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God will crowne his owne gifts in vs. The more fruits they beare here, the more glorie shall they enioy in heauen.
God will crown his own Gifts in us The more fruits they bear Here, the more glory shall they enjoy in heaven.
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Let them therefore striue to abound more & more in all good fruits:
Let them Therefore strive to abound more & more in all good fruits:
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knowing that this consolation belongeth not to them which wil not abound with more, though they might:
knowing that this consolation belongeth not to them which will not abound with more, though they might:
vvg cst d n1 vvz xx p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp dc, cs pns32 vmd:
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but onely to those which would abound with more, and cannot, being hindered by their infirmities,
but only to those which would abound with more, and cannot, being hindered by their infirmities,
cc-acp av-j p-acp d r-crq vmd vvi p-acp av-dc, cc vmbx, vbg vvn p-acp po32 n2,
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or through want of abilitie and opportunitie.
or through want of ability and opportunity.
cc p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1.
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In them GOD will take the will for the deede, and will no lesse reward them,
In them GOD will take the will for the deed, and will no less reward them,
p-acp pno32 np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vmb av-dx av-dc vvi pno32,
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then those who hauing more meanes, and better abilitie, haue brought forth more fruites.
then those who having more means, and better ability, have brought forth more fruits.
cs d r-crq vhg n1 vvz, cc jc n1, vhb vvn av dc n2.
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2. Lastly, this diuersitie of fruit in good hearers, may teach them that bee more plentifull in bearing them then others be, not to be proud of themselues,
2. Lastly, this diversity of fruit in good hearers, may teach them that be more plentiful in bearing them then Others be, not to be proud of themselves,
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nor to despise those that bring forth fewer: for both of them are reckoned in the number of good and profitable hearers.
nor to despise those that bring forth fewer: for both of them Are reckoned in the number of good and profitable hearers.
ccx pc-acp vvi d cst vvb av dc: c-acp d pp-f pno32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2.
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They which bring forth some lesser fruits, may haue good hearts, may be iustified, may be sanctified, may be in fauour with God;
They which bring forth Some lesser fruits, may have good hearts, may be justified, may be sanctified, may be in favour with God;
pns32 r-crq vvb av d jc n2, vmb vhi j n2, vmb vbi vvn, vmb vbi vvn, vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp np1;
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and at last enter into heauen as wel as thou, who aboundest with more. Paul laboured more abundantly then all the Apostles, and suffered more then any of them.
and At last enter into heaven as well as thou, who aboundest with more. Paul laboured more abundantly then all the Apostles, and suffered more then any of them.
cc p-acp ord vvi p-acp n1 c-acp av c-acp pns21, q-crq vv2 p-acp av-dc. np1 vvn av-dc av-j cs d dt n2, cc vvd av-dc cs d pp-f pno32.
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And therefore farre more then any common Christian. And Therefore Far more then any Common Christian.
cc av av-j av-dc cs d j njp.
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Though toward his end, the remembrance therof did much comfort him, so as he could say;
Though towards his end, the remembrance thereof did much Comfort him, so as he could say;
cs p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 av vdd d n1 pno31, av c-acp pns31 vmd vvi;
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I haue fought a good fight, I haue finished my course, I haue kept the faith: I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:
pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1, pns11 vhb vvn dt n1:
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hence forth is layd up for •• the Crowne of righteousnes, which the Lord the righteous Iudge, will giue vnto me at that day: hence forth is laid up for •• the Crown of righteousness, which the Lord the righteous Judge, will give unto me At that day:
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Yet hee addeth these words, concerning his copartners in the reward; And not onely vnto •••, but vnto all th•• also that loue his appearing. Yet he adds these words, Concerning his copartners in the reward; And not only unto •••, but unto all th•• also that love his appearing.
av pns31 vvz d n2, vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt n1; cc xx av-j p-acp •••, cc-acp p-acp d n1 av d n1 po31 vvg.
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Because many others, who came short of him in the abundance of laboures and sufferings, should be crowned as well as he.
Because many Others, who Come short of him in the abundance of labours and sufferings, should be crowned as well as he.
p-acp d n2-jn, r-crq vvd j pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, vmd vbi vvn a-acp av c-acp pns31.
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Dost thou surpasse others in the multitude of fruites? bee not high minded, doe not despise them:
Dost thou surpass Others in the multitude of fruits? be not high minded, do not despise them:
vd2 pns21 vvi n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? vbb xx av-j vvn, vdb xx vvi pno32:
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for what hast thou, which thou hast not receiued? And if thou hast receiued it,
for what hast thou, which thou hast not received? And if thou hast received it,
p-acp q-crq vh2 pns21, r-crq pns21 vh2 xx vvn? cc cs pns21 vh2 vvn pn31,
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why boastest thou of it, as if thou hadst nor receiued it? If thou abound more then others, thou mayst say with the Apostle;
why boastest thou of it, as if thou Hadst nor received it? If thou abound more then Others, thou Mayest say with the Apostle;
q-crq vv2 pns21 pp-f pn31, c-acp cs pns21 vhd2 ccx vvd pn31? cs pns21 vvi av-dc cs n2-jn, pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n1;
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It is not I, but the grace of God which is with me; and by his grace, I am that I am.
It is not I, but the grace of God which is with me; and by his grace, I am that I am.
pn31 vbz xx pns11, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno11; cc p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vbm cst pns11 vbm.
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The more lowly thou art, the the better are thy fruits.
The more lowly thou art, the the better Are thy fruits.
dt av-dc j pns21 vb2r, cs dt jc vbr po21 n2.
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The more and the better graines that an eare of corne hath in it, the lower it will bowe downe ward;
The more and the better grains that an ear of corn hath in it, the lower it will bow down ward;
dt av-dc cc dt jc n2 cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz p-acp pn31, dt jc pn31 vmb vvi a-acp n1;
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but the fewer and the worse graines it hath, the higher and straighter will it stand vp.
but the fewer and the Worse grains it hath, the higher and straighter will it stand up.
cc-acp dt d cc dt jc n2 pn31 vhz, dt jc cc jc n1 pn31 vvi a-acp.
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Euen so, the more good fruites for number, and the sounder for qualitie, that any man hath, the more lowly and humble will he be.
Eve so, the more good fruits for number, and the sounder for quality, that any man hath, the more lowly and humble will he be.
np1 av, dt av-dc j n2 p-acp n1, cc dt jc p-acp n1, cst d n1 vhz, dt av-dc j cc j vmb pns31 vbi.
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The prouder he is, and the more he insulteth ouer others, the fewer & worse be his gifts and fruits.
The Prouder he is, and the more he insulteth over Others, the fewer & Worse be his Gifts and fruits.
dt jc pns31 vbz, cc dt av-dc pns31 vvz p-acp n2-jn, dt dc cc jc vbi po31 n2 cc n2.
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Therfore be lowly and humble, not arrogating to thy selfe, but ascribing to God the glory of all thy fruites.
Therefore be lowly and humble, not arrogating to thy self, but ascribing to God the glory of all thy fruits.
av vbb j cc j, xx j-vvg p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp vvg p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f d po21 n2.
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Not disdayning any for the smal measure of their fruits:
Not disdaining any for the small measure of their fruits:
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but honoring them for their good beginning, and praying to God that they may abound more and more.
but honouring them for their good beginning, and praying to God that they may abound more and more.
cc-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po32 j n1, cc vvg p-acp np1 cst pns32 vmb vvi dc cc av-dc.
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And this I pray for you all, as the Apostle did for the Philippians, that your loue may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all iudgement, that yee may discerne things that differ, that yee may be pure and without offence,
And this I pray for you all, as the Apostle did for the Philippians, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgement, that ye may discern things that differ, that ye may be pure and without offence,
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vntill the day of Christ, filled with the fruites of righteousnes, which are by Iesus Christ,
until the day of christ, filled with the fruits of righteousness, which Are by Iesus christ,
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vnto the glorie and praise of God.
unto the glory and praise of God.
p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1.
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The Lord graunt you all there things, for his mercies sake in his beloued Sonne, Amen.
The Lord grant you all there things, for his Mercies sake in his Beloved Son, Amen.
dt n1 vvb pn22 d a-acp n2, p-acp po31 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, uh-n.
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