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THE TRVE CONVERT, OR AN EXPOSITION OF THE PARABLE OF THE PRODIGALL.
THE TRUE CONVERT, OR an EXPOSITION OF THE PARABLE OF THE PRODIGALL.
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LVKE 15.11.12. &c. 11 And he said, A certaine man had two sonnes: 12 And the yonger of them said to his Father, Father:LUKE 15.11.12. etc. 11 And he said, A certain man had two Sons: 12 And the younger of them said to his Father, Father:
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giue me the portion of goods that falleth to mee. And he diuided to them his liuing.
give me the portion of goods that falls to me. And he divided to them his living.
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AS God in times past diuersly, and many wayes spake vnto our Fathers by the Prophets, hath in these last dayes spoken vnto vs by his Sonne; AS God in times passed diversely, and many ways spoke unto our Father's by the prophets, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son;
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so also this his Sonne, whom he hath appoynted heire of all things, by whom also he made the worlds:
so also this his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the world's:
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while he wa• •ere vpon the earth, going about, doing good, did speake, and teach his people after diuers formes and fashions;
while he wa• •ere upon the earth, going about, doing good, did speak, and teach his people After diverse forms and fashions;
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often by plaine principles, and affirmatiue conclusions, and not seldome by parables, and darke sentences, in all, seeking his Fathers glory, and his Churches good.
often by plain principles, and affirmative conclusions, and not seldom by parables, and dark sentences, in all, seeking his Father's glory, and his Churches good.
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Many reasons are giuen, for this his parabolicall kind of teaching: these are some: First, that the Scriptures might be fulfilled, which had so spoken of him; Many Reasons Are given, for this his parabolical kind of teaching: these Are Some: First, that the Scriptures might be fulfilled, which had so spoken of him;
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I will open my mouth in a Parable, I will vtter darke sentences of olde. Secondly, that Gods treasure might be hid from the obdurate wicked; I will open my Mouth in a Parable, I will utter dark sentences of old. Secondly, that God's treasure might be hid from the obdurate wicked;
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and the mysteries of his kingdome might not be reuealed to the scornefull:
and the Mysteres of his Kingdom might not be revealed to the scornful:
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to such it shall be spoken in Parables, that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not vnderstand. to such it shall be spoken in Parables, that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not understand.
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Thirdly, to stir vp his hearers, to a more diligent attention; Thirdly, to stir up his hearers, to a more diligent attention;
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as also that they might hereby take occasion to mooue doubts, and aske questions, as the Disciples did, What might this Parable be?
as also that they might hereby take occasion to move doubts, and ask questions, as the Disciples did, What might this Parable be?
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Fourthly, that the faithfull might haue constant and continuall nourishment:
Fourthly, that the faithful might have constant and continual nourishment:
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so that though they nere finde a sweete relish in the word, yet comming againe to the reading or hearing of it, they might finde more food:
so that though they never find a sweet relish in the word, yet coming again to the reading or hearing of it, they might find more food:
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so sweetly hath God mixed hard and easie together, that none might be cloyed, nor any discouraged.
so sweetly hath God mixed hard and easy together, that none might be cloyed, nor any discouraged.
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Fiftly, that he might descend vnto the capacitie of the most simple, who best vnderstand homely comparisons,
Fifty, that he might descend unto the capacity of the most simple, who best understand homely comparisons,
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and are sooner perswaded with plaine similitudes, and familiar examples, then with subtill reasons, and accurate discourses:
and Are sooner persuaded with plain Similitudes, and familiar Examples, then with subtle Reasons, and accurate discourses:
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hence is it that parables and borrowed speeches, from vulgar matters, are compared by some to Mid-wiues, which further our trauell in heauenly knowledge;
hence is it that parables and borrowed Speeches, from Vulgar matters, Are compared by Some to Midwives, which further our travel in heavenly knowledge;
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thus he teaching by plaine and knowne things, did lead his schollers to the better vnderstanding of what was vnknowne.
thus he teaching by plain and known things, did led his Scholars to the better understanding of what was unknown.
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Sixtly, that he might helpe the memories of his hearers, and cause them the better to keepe in minde his wholesome instructions;
Sixty, that he might help the memories of his hearers, and cause them the better to keep in mind his wholesome instructions;
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for prouerbes and similitudes drawne from daily practise, doe take very deepe roote and impression in the mind, as experience sheweth;
for proverbs and Similitudes drawn from daily practice, do take very deep root and impression in the mind, as experience shows;
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there are many that remember a familiar example, which they heard from a Preacher, for many yeares together,
there Are many that Remember a familiar Exampl, which they herd from a Preacher, for many Years together,
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when as many other deepe points, and matters of more substance, which were then deliuered, shall bee cleane forgotten.
when as many other deep points, and matters of more substance, which were then Delivered, shall be clean forgotten.
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Seauenthly, that euery one in his occupation and vocation, might be taught, those things which concernes his soules health,
Seauenthly, that every one in his occupation and vocation, might be taught, those things which concerns his Souls health,
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therefore hath hee deriued a parable from an armie to teach souldiers: from legall principles to instruct Lawyers:
Therefore hath he derived a parable from an army to teach Soldiers: from Legal principles to instruct Lawyers:
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from the field and sowing, to teach husbandmen; and from a Leauen, to instruct women.
from the field and sowing, to teach husbandmen; and from a Leaven, to instruct women.
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And lastly, that he might conuince the sinner of his sinne, that seeing his sinne in the person of another, hee might without partialitie condemne it in himselfe:
And lastly, that he might convince the sinner of his sin, that seeing his sin in the person of Another, he might without partiality condemn it in himself:
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for of all kinds of speech, there is none that doth more cunningly insinuate it selfe into the vnderstanding,
for of all Kinds of speech, there is none that does more cunningly insinuate it self into the understanding,
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& leaue a deeper impression, with a feeling conceite, then a parable doth:
& leave a Deeper impression, with a feeling conceit, then a parable does:
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and if it be personall, the issue of it is to touch the quicke, and in a sort, to extort that which otherwise would not be graunted, as we see in the example of Dauid, and others.
and if it be personal, the issue of it is to touch the quick, and in a sort, to extort that which otherwise would not be granted, as we see in the Exampl of David, and Others.
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These are some reasons amongst many others, which Diuines haue giuen, why he opened his mouth in parables,
These Are Some Reasons among many Others, which Divines have given, why he opened his Mouth in parables,
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and taught the people after this manner. In this Chapter;
and taught the people After this manner. In this Chapter;
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Christ vseth this dark kind of teaching, propounding three parables, which are as so many instruments of musicke, playing one and the same tune:
christ uses this dark kind of teaching, propounding three parables, which Are as so many Instruments of music, playing one and the same tune:
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In that of the lost sheepe, ver. 3. -8. And that of the lost groate, ver. 8-11.
In that of the lost sheep, ver. 3. -8. And that of the lost groat, ver. 8-11.
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And this of the lost sonne, he teacheth one and the same doctrine.
And this of the lost son, he Teaches one and the same Doctrine.
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The occasion of his propounding this, and the two former parables, is to bee seene in the beginning of the Chapter, which was, the murmuring of the Scribes and Pharisies against him, The occasion of his propounding this, and the two former parables, is to be seen in the beginning of the Chapter, which was, the murmuring of the Scribes and Pharisees against him,
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for his receiuing of Publicanes and Sinners, which came vnto him.
for his receiving of Publicans and Sinners, which Come unto him.
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His scope and drift in it is to conuince them of sinne, for this their so doing, His scope and drift in it is to convince them of sin, for this their so doing,
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and to bring them to a sight of it, and Repentance for it:
and to bring them to a sighed of it, and Repentance for it:
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for which end and purpose hee doth vse two Arguments, both taken from Gods dealing The first may be thus framed;
for which end and purpose he does use two Arguments, both taken from God's dealing The First may be thus framed;
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If God be willing & readie, to receiue such as become penitent, then you sinne in enuying and murmuring to see them brought to Repentance. If God be willing & ready, to receive such as become penitent, then you sin in envying and murmuring to see them brought to Repentance.
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But God is ready and willing. Ergo. The Proposition or first sentence is omitted, and taken as graunted.
But God is ready and willing. Ergo. The Proposition or First sentence is omitted, and taken as granted.
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The Assumption is prooued, and illustrated in the former part of this parable:
The Assump is proved, and illustrated in the former part of this parable:
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where, by the readinesse of the Father to receiue his sonne, he sheweth the readinesse of the Lord to receiue penitents.
where, by the readiness of the Father to receive his son, he shows the readiness of the Lord to receive penitents.
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The second Argument he vseth, is this, If God disliketh and condemneth such as are offended with those, who are readie to receiue penitents;
The second Argument he uses, is this, If God disliketh and Condemneth such as Are offended with those, who Are ready to receive penitents;
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then you sinne, who are offended with me for this cause: But God disliketh and condemneth such: Ergo: The Proposition is omitted.
then you sin, who Are offended with me for this cause: But God disliketh and Condemneth such: Ergo: The Proposition is omitted.
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The Assumption he cleareth and illustrateth in the latter part of the parable; by shewing how the Father reprehendeth his sonne, for that his murmuring.
The Assump he cleareth and illustrateth in the latter part of the parable; by showing how the Father reprehendeth his son, for that his murmuring.
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And thus wee haue seene the scope and intent. This Parable is of excellent vse to the Church & children of God:
And thus we have seen the scope and intent. This Parable is of excellent use to the Church & children of God:
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it setteth forth vnto vs our decayed, and restored estate; our decayed estate through our wilful disobedience and manifold transgressions;
it sets forth unto us our decayed, and restored estate; our decayed estate through our wilful disobedience and manifold transgressions;
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through our originall corruption and actuall aberration;
through our original corruption and actual aberration;
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Our restored estate, in our conuersion to God, by true and vnfained Repentance, in a holy life and godly obedience.
Our restored estate, in our conversion to God, by true and unfeigned Repentance, in a holy life and godly Obedience.
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It is full of mysteries and matter of great moment, and is by some termed (and that worthily) the Epitome of the Gospell.
It is full of Mysteres and matter of great moment, and is by Some termed (and that worthily) the Epitome of the Gospel.
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In a word, there is no one bed in the Lords Eden; no place of holy Scripture in the whole Bible, which yeeldeth more sauourie or comfortable doctrine, then this parable doth afford.
In a word, there is no one Bed in the lords Eden; no place of holy Scripture in the Whole bible, which yields more savoury or comfortable Doctrine, then this parable does afford.
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Now as man so Scripture, and as all Scripture, so parables in speciall consist of two parts, a bodie and a soule.
Now as man so Scripture, and as all Scripture, so parables in special consist of two parts, a body and a soul.
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The external sound of the letter is the body, but the true sence and meaning is the soule of it:
The external found of the Letter is the body, but the true sense and meaning is the soul of it:
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wee will therefore, seeke out the sence and meaning, and leaue the letter. The Fathers, and other Interpreters make this the mysticall exposition of this parable.
we will Therefore, seek out the sense and meaning, and leave the Letter. The Father's, and other Interpreters make this the mystical exposition of this parable.
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The Father is God, the two Sonnes are the Scribes and Pharisies (who are meant by the elder) and Publicanes and Sinners, signified by the younger:
The Father is God, the two Sons Are the Scribes and Pharisees (who Are meant by the elder) and Publicans and Sinners, signified by the younger:
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the farre country wherein this prodigall walked, is the region of sinne, wherein they liued:
the Far country wherein this prodigal walked, is the region of sin, wherein they lived:
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the goods which he wasted, were those common gifts and graces which were bestowed on them:
the goods which he wasted, were those Common Gifts and graces which were bestowed on them:
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the Famine be sustained was the want of that bread of eternall life, whereof they were depriued;
the Famine be sustained was the want of that bred of Eternal life, whereof they were deprived;
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the Citizen he cleaued to, was the Prince of darknesse, who rules in the hearts of the children of disobedience:
the Citizen he cleaved to, was the Prince of darkness, who rules in the hearts of the children of disobedience:
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the Swine he kept, were reprobate and wicked ones, with whom they accompanied:
the Swine he kept, were Reprobate and wicked ones, with whom they accompanied:
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the huskes which rather burdened then relieued his stomacke, were the vanities of this world (or rather the traditions and frothy doctrines of the Scribes and Pharisies ) which rather cloyed then satisfied their hungry soules:
the husks which rather burdened then relieved his stomach, were the vanities of this world (or rather the traditions and frothy doctrines of the Scribes and Pharisees) which rather cloyed then satisfied their hungry Souls:
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his returne home, was their returne from sinne by repentance:
his return home, was their return from sin by Repentance:
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by robe, ring, shoes, and calfe, are signified the riches of Gods graces, whereby he supplyed all their wants:
by robe, ring, shoes, and calf, Are signified the riches of God's graces, whereby he supplied all their Wants:
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the seruants who are willed to fetch these, are the Ministers of Gods word, who bring his graces to vs:
the Servants who Are willed to fetch these, Are the Ministers of God's word, who bring his graces to us:
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the banquet, mirth, and musicke, doth represent that ioy and happinesse which neither eye hath seene, eare hath heard,
the banquet, mirth, and music, does represent that joy and happiness which neither eye hath seen, ear hath herd,
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neither can the heart of man conceiue of. Each of these we shall further proue in their seuerall places.
neither can the heart of man conceive of. Each of these we shall further prove in their several places.
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In this parable, we may consider first an Introduction. ver. 11. Secondly, a Narration; from the twelfth verse vnto the end.
In this parable, we may Consider First an Introduction. ver. 11. Secondly, a Narration; from the twelfth verse unto the end.
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In the Introduction wee haue first the partie propounding: He said. Secondly, the parties propounded. A certaine man had two sonnes.
In the Introduction we have First the party propounding: He said. Secondly, the parties propounded. A certain man had two Sons.
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In the Narration, we are to consider;
In the Narration, we Are to Consider;
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first, the prodigall his Egresse, which is laid downe from the 12. verse to the seauenteenth: secondly, his Regresse, or returne:
First, the prodigal his Egress, which is laid down from the 12. verse to the seauenteenth: secondly, his Regress, or return:
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from the 17. verse vnto the end. In the first, we haue his sinne, in the 12. and 13. verses.
from the 17. verse unto the end. In the First, we have his sin, in the 12. and 13. Verses.
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And then the punishment of his sinne, in the 14 15. 16. verses.
And then the punishment of his sin, in the 14 15. 16. Verses.
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His sinne, and what it was, first, before hee had receiued his portion verse 12. and secondly,
His sin, and what it was, First, before he had received his portion verse 12. and secondly,
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after he had receiued i•, verse 13. Before he had receiued it, and that was double, first, his greedinesse of it.
After he had received i•, verse 13. Before he had received it, and that was double, First, his greediness of it.
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Secondly, his impudencie in calling for it: both contained in those words; Giue me the portion of goods that belongs vnto mee.
Secondly, his impudency in calling for it: both contained in those words; Give me the portion of goods that belongs unto me.
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The punishment of this his sinne, which was common vpon the whole countrey with him, verse 14. And Personall on himselfe;
The punishment of this his sin, which was Common upon the Whole country with him, verse 14. And Personal on himself;
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wherein, wee may obserue, first, his distresse, and that is laid down briefly verse 14. and more largely, verse 16. And secondly, his shift in this his distresse;
wherein, we may observe, First, his distress, and that is laid down briefly verse 14. and more largely, verse 16. And secondly, his shift in this his distress;
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he went and ioyned himselfe to a Citizen of that countrey, ver. 15. In the prodigall, his Regresse; there, we haue his repentance, ver. 17-22.he went and joined himself to a Citizen of that country, ver. 15. In the prodigal, his Regress; there, we have his Repentance, ver. 17-22.
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And the successe therof, from the 22. verse vnto the end: in his repentance, consider these three specials;
And the success thereof, from the 22. verse unto the end: in his Repentance, Consider these three specials;
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first, the motiues, or occasion thereof; which was, first in generall, a communing with himselfe, and calling his wayes to account;
First, the motives, or occasion thereof; which was, First in general, a communing with himself, and calling his ways to account;
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or secondly, a more speciall & particular consideration, and that of his owne misery. I perish with hunger: and of his Fathers mercie;
or secondly, a more special & particular consideration, and that of his own misery. I perish with hunger: and of his Father's mercy;
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How many hired seruants of my Fathers haue bread enough verse 15. Secondly, we haue his resolution, wherein we see what he resolued to doe, I will arise, and goe, How many hired Servants of my Father's have bred enough verse 15. Secondly, we have his resolution, wherein we see what he resolved to do, I will arise, and go,
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and say, Father I haue sinned verse 18.19. And thirdly, his Practise verse 20.21. wherein consider his worke, hee arose: and his words, which are a confession of his sinne;and say, Father I have sinned verse 18.19. And Thirdly, his Practise verse 20.21. wherein Consider his work, he arose: and his words, which Are a Confessi of his sin;
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wherein we haue the matter of his confession, I haue sinned, and secondly, the circumstances. First;
wherein we have the matter of his Confessi, I have sinned, and secondly, the Circumstances. First;
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to whom, viz. to his Father. Secondly, how, and that is first with exaggeration; against heauen, and in thy sight. Secondly, with humiliation:
to whom, viz. to his Father. Secondly, how, and that is First with exaggeration; against heaven, and in thy sighed. Secondly, with humiliation:
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and am no more worthy to be called thy sonne. Thus for his Repentance.and am no more worthy to be called thy son. Thus for his Repentance.
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Now, for the successe thereof, which is diuers viz. his Fathers good will, and his brothers anger and ill will:
Now, for the success thereof, which is diverse viz. his Father's good will, and his Brother's anger and ill will:
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his Fathers good will, verse 20.22.23.24.
his Father's good will, verse 20.22.23.24.
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And therein we see, first his readines to receiue him, verse 20. Secondly, the entertainement hee gaue him, verse 22.23.
And therein we see, First his readiness to receive him, verse 20. Secondly, the entertainment he gave him, verse 22.23.
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And thirdly, the reason of it, verse 24. His brothers ill will, that is laid downe in the 25.26.27. verses, with the rest vnto the end;
And Thirdly, the reason of it, verse 24. His Brother's ill will, that is laid down in the 25.26.27. Verses, with the rest unto the end;
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where we see, first from what it ariseth, viz. from the vnderstanding of his fathers loue, verse 25-29.
where we see, First from what it arises, viz. from the understanding of his Father's love, verse 25-29.
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Secondly, how he doth expresse it, viz. by reasoning with, and accusing of his Father, verse 29.30.
Secondly, how he does express it, viz. by reasoning with, and accusing of his Father, verse 29.30.
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And thirdly, how it is qualified, viz. by his Fathers entreatie of kindnesse, verse 28. Secondly, by his Fathers reproofe of vnkindnesse, verse 31. Thus we see the tree and braunches, now to the fruit.
And Thirdly, how it is qualified, viz. by his Father's entreaty of kindness, verse 28. Secondly, by his Father's reproof of unkindness, verse 31. Thus we see the tree and branches, now to the fruit.
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We might gather many good instructions out of this parable, if we should consider it according to the letter, which I cannot see but we haue liberty to doe;
We might gather many good instructions out of this parable, if we should Consider it according to the Letter, which I cannot see but we have liberty to do;
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for Christ borrowes no similitude from that which is not, and the things from whence the similitude is fetched, is the same in it selfe,
for christ borrows no similitude from that which is not, and the things from whence the similitude is fetched, is the same in it self,
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for which it is brought to illustrate another.
for which it is brought to illustrate Another.
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So then it might be handled without regarding the simile, as if it were a plaine narration, as Galat. 4.1.2.
So then it might be handled without regarding the simile, as if it were a plain narration, as Galatians 4.1.2.
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The scope is, to shew by that similitude that the law of God makes not free, but keepes in bondage; The scope is, to show by that similitude that the law of God makes not free, but keeps in bondage;
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for it doth with vs as Tutors and Gouernors doe with an heire (being a Childe) euen keepe them vnder as a seruant.
for it does with us as Tutors and Governors do with an heir (being a Child) even keep them under as a servant.
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Now besides the lesson from the scope, may not this lesson bee drawne from the letter, That a wise Father will bring vp his Sonne well, (though he be his heire) vnder Tutors and Gouernours, and so Rom. 7.2. may not this doctrine be gathered, That the condition of a wife is subiection to her husband.
Now beside the Lesson from the scope, may not this Lesson be drawn from the Letter, That a wise Father will bring up his Son well, (though he be his heir) under Tutors and Governors, and so Rom. 7.2. may not this Doctrine be gathered, That the condition of a wife is subjection to her husband.
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And againe, That they be bound each to other so long as they liue.
And again, That they be bound each to other so long as they live.
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Thus may we doe in parables, yet with this caution, that we gather not lessons from euery thing therein,
Thus may we do in parables, yet with this caution, that we gather not Lessons from every thing therein,
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for so many absurdisies might and would follow, being neither intended in the spirituall sence, nor yet true in the literall;
for so many absurdisies might and would follow, being neither intended in the spiritual sense, nor yet true in the literal;
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for many things in parables may bee supposed, as if they were so, to teach the truth by things feined, as Iudges 9.8.9.10.
for many things in parables may be supposed, as if they were so, to teach the truth by things feigned, as Judges 9.8.9.10.
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So in the parable of Diues, who is said to speake in hell, and haue a tongue, which is not true;
So in the parable of Diues, who is said to speak in hell, and have a tongue, which is not true;
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wee are therefore to be warie in vsing our liberty, though we may:
we Are Therefore to be wary in using our liberty, though we may:
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Sobriety had need to guide our course, when our nauigation lieth through the depth of a parable:
Sobriety had need to guide our course, when our navigation lies through the depth of a parable:
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for mine owne part I will omit all collection, which might be gathered from the letter,
for mine own part I will omit all collection, which might be gathered from the Letter,
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and confine my selfe to the scope and drift of it, desiring rather to be short then looke beyond.
and confine my self to the scope and drift of it, desiring rather to be short then look beyond.
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Before I come to handle the particulars, giue me leaue to propound a doctrine or two in generall.
Before I come to handle the particulars, give me leave to propound a Doctrine or two in general.
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And first, from the scope and drift of Christ in propounding of it, which was (as yee haue heard) to conuince them,
And First, from the scope and drift of christ in propounding of it, which was (as ye have herd) to convince them,
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and bring them to a sight of their sinne, and so to repentance. Hence learne, that Conuiction is the ready way to conuersion:
and bring them to a sighed of their sin, and so to Repentance. Hence Learn, that Conviction is the ready Way to conversion:
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the readiest way to bring any to repentance, is first, to conuict and conuince them of their sinnes;
the Readiest Way to bring any to Repentance, is First, to convict and convince them of their Sins;
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and therefore was it the Lord did charge his Prophet Ezechiel to cause Ierusalem to know her abhominations.
and Therefore was it the Lord did charge his Prophet Ezechiel to cause Ierusalem to know her abominations.
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The like charge doth he giue to his Prophet Isay, To shew Israel her transgressions, and the house of Iacob their sinnes. The like charge does he give to his Prophet Saiah, To show Israel her transgressions, and the house of Iacob their Sins.
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This was the course Elias did take with Ahab, Peter with his hearers, Christ with the woman of Samaria; which examples are remarkeable for the prouing of this poynt. This was the course Elias did take with Ahab, Peter with his hearers, christ with the woman of Samaria; which Examples Are remarkable for the proving of this point.
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Let this serue first for direction to vs of the Ministrie;
Let this serve First for direction to us of the Ministry;
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thou that art set in this high place and calling, wouldest thou haue comfort in thy ministery, wouldst thou see some comfortable fruites of thy labours? be then first a Boanerges before a Bar - Ionah; and bring thy people first to a sight of their sinnes,
thou that art Set in this high place and calling, Wouldst thou have Comfort in thy Ministry, Wouldst thou see Some comfortable fruits of thy labours? be then First a Boanerges before a Bar - Jonah; and bring thy people First to a sighed of their Sins,
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and secret filthinesse, hold before their eyes the glasse of the law, that they may see their misery,
and secret filthiness, hold before their eyes the glass of the law, that they may see their misery,
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and what need they haue of a Sauiour; set their sins distinctly before them, deale plainely without flattery;
and what need they have of a Saviour; Set their Sins distinctly before them, deal plainly without flattery;
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this is the way to bring them to sound repentance, that so they may obtaine remission & forgiuenes.
this is the Way to bring them to found Repentance, that so they may obtain remission & forgiveness.
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Secondly, It may serue as an apologie for such Ministers as, conscionably and faithfully, labour to conuince the consciences of their people of their sinnes,
Secondly, It may serve as an apology for such Ministers as, Conscionably and faithfully, labour to convince the Consciences of their people of their Sins,
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and endeauour by preaching of the law, to bring them to a true sight thereof;
and endeavour by preaching of the law, to bring them to a true sighed thereof;
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these are they who are vsually thought to haue a spirit of gall and bitternesse within them,
these Are they who Are usually Thought to have a Spirit of Gall and bitterness within them,
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and to be the onely men which driue many to despaire.
and to be the only men which driven many to despair.
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I confesse there may be, and often is, a great fault on the right hand in harping too much on this sad string of iudgement.
I confess there may be, and often is, a great fault on the right hand in harping too much on this sad string of judgement.
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Some there are indeede who are neuer well, but when damnation doth end their sentence; this is too bloudy and butcherly a kinde of teaching.
some there Are indeed who Are never well, but when damnation does end their sentence; this is too bloody and butcherly a kind of teaching.
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But yet let me tell you:
But yet let me tell you:
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We now liue in such times wherein a sermon of mercy is like a dead letter;
We now live in such times wherein a sermon of mercy is like a dead Letter;
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there are thousands who are not worthy to heare of mercy, not to heare the sound of the word, much lesse to heare the doctrine of remission of sinnes taught.
there Are thousands who Are not worthy to hear of mercy, not to hear the found of the word, much less to hear the Doctrine of remission of Sins taught.
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Now what course must bee taken with these? Is not the sharpe razour of the law to be taken,
Now what course must be taken with these? Is not the sharp razour of the law to be taken,
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and incision to be made therwith into their soules? vntill the wound be launced, and the core thrust out, a wise Surgeon will neuer powre in oyle.
and incision to be made therewith into their Souls? until the wound be lanced, and the core thrust out, a wise Surgeon will never pour in oil.
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And as for thee, who thus condemnest the Ministers of the Lord, for deliuering of the terrours of the law,
And as for thee, who thus Condemnest the Ministers of the Lord, for delivering of the terrors of the law,
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& art euer calling for gospell, gospell;
& art ever calling for gospel, gospel;
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I tell thee, it is to be feared, of all others thou art most vnfit to heare it,
I tell thee, it is to be feared, of all Others thou art most unfit to hear it,
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for it is vsually seen, none call more for it to be taught, then such as most despise it and condemne it, those that are loath to know themselues, are euer loath to heare the law deliuered.
for it is usually seen, none call more for it to be taught, then such as most despise it and condemn it, those that Are loath to know themselves, Are ever loath to hear the law Delivered.
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O how farre art thou from holy Dauids minde, Let the righteous smite me for it is a pretious oyle, a foule signe of a guilty soule.
O how Far art thou from holy David mind, Let the righteous smite me for it is a precious oil, a foul Signen of a guilty soul.
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Thirdly, We may heare see the reason, why so many goe so boldly on in sinne, and repent not;
Thirdly, We may hear see the reason, why so many go so boldly on in sin, and Repent not;
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alas they are not yet throughly conuicted, they liue still in blindnes, and are not brought to a sight of them.
alas they Are not yet thoroughly convicted, they live still in blindness, and Are not brought to a sighed of them.
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This is excellently set forth by this comparison.
This is excellently Set forth by this comparison.
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A man going ouer some narrow bridge, vnder which runneth some deepe gulfe or violent streame,
A man going over Some narrow bridge, under which Runneth Some deep gulf or violent stream,
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if it be at midnight, feareth not because be seeth not any danger:
if it be At midnight, fears not Because be sees not any danger:
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but bring the same man the next morning, and let him see the narrownesse of the bridge he went ouer the night before, the fearefull downfall and furious violence of the streame that runnes vnder the same, but bring the same man the next morning, and let him see the narrowness of the bridge he went over the night before, the fearful downfall and furious violence of the stream that runs under the same,
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and then will he wonder at his owne boldnesse, and shrinke for feare to thinke of it,
and then will he wonder At his own boldness, and shrink for Fear to think of it,
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and will not by any meanes venture to do that which carelesly he did the night before,
and will not by any means venture to do that which carelessly he did the night before,
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because hee seeth the extreame danger which before he saw not.
Because he sees the extreme danger which before he saw not.
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So is it with a sinner, while he is in the estate of nature, he seeth nothing, no wrath, no iudgement, no hell,
So is it with a sinner, while he is in the estate of nature, he sees nothing, no wrath, no judgement, no hell,
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for the God of this world hath blinded his eyes, and therefore walketh on boldly and securely in sin, he seeth not the narrownesse of the bridge of this life,
for the God of this world hath blinded his eyes, and Therefore walks on boldly and securely in since, he sees not the narrowness of the bridge of this life,
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nor the fearefull gulfe of hell vnder it, which he falls immediately into if he flies off:
nor the fearful gulf of hell under it, which he falls immediately into if he flies off:
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but when God shall open his eyes, and touch his heart to consider of his estate, and see himselfe;
but when God shall open his eyes, and touch his heart to Consider of his estate, and see himself;
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then hee seeth how narrow the bridge of this life is, then hee seeth hell the gaping gulfe vnder it,
then he sees how narrow the bridge of this life is, then he sees hell the gaping gulf under it,
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and how little a steppe there is betweene him and damnation; then he woonders at his desperate boldnesse, which so securely plodded on to destruction;
and how little a step there is between him and damnation; then he wonders At his desperate boldness, which so securely plodded on to destruction;
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and blesseth God for keeping him from falling into hell, then hee leaueth his former wayes,
and Blesses God for keeping him from falling into hell, then he Leaveth his former ways,
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and turnes his heart vnto the Lord who hath thus preserued him, and will not by any meanes goe the way hee went before.
and turns his heart unto the Lord who hath thus preserved him, and will not by any means go the Way he went before.
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And thus, vntill mens eyes are opened, there will bee no amendment, before their conuiction there is no hope of conuersion.
And thus, until men's eyes Are opened, there will be no amendment, before their conviction there is no hope of conversion.
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In the second place, In that our Sauiour hath tripled this parable, in euery one of them labouring to bring them to a sight of their sinne;
In the second place, In that our Saviour hath tripled this parable, in every one of them labouring to bring them to a sighed of their sin;
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this doth teach vs this lesson.
this does teach us this Lesson.
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It is no easie matter to bring a sinner to a true sight & acknowledgement of his sin; It is no easy matter to bring a sinner to a true sighed & acknowledgement of his since;
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yea, it is a very hard and difficill thing.
yea, it is a very hard and difficill thing.
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Hence it is that our Sauiour doth triple this parable, and propoundeth their sinne in the person of another, that seeing their sinne in the person of another, they might be brought without partiality to condemne it in themselues.
Hence it is that our Saviour does triple this parable, and propoundeth their sin in the person of Another, that seeing their sin in the person of Another, they might be brought without partiality to condemn it in themselves.
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So this prooued in the first sinner vpon earth, Gen. 3. how much adoe had God to bring Adam to a sight of his sinne;
So this proved in the First sinner upon earth, Gen. 3. how much ado had God to bring Adam to a sighed of his sin;
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so also with Caine, how many questions did God propound, yet all would not doe, hee could not bring him to it.
so also with Cain, how many questions did God propound, yet all would not do, he could not bring him to it.
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But amongst many other examples remarkeable is that of the woman of Samaria, Ioh. 4. what a stirre had Christ with her before he could doe any good vpon her;
But among many other Examples remarkable is that of the woman of Samaria, John 4. what a stir had christ with her before he could do any good upon her;
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how vnhappily doth shee reason against Christs arguments;
how unhappily does she reason against Christ Arguments;
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how scornefully doth she reiect the water he offers her? how doth she scoffe and frumpe,
how scornfully does she reject the water he offers her? how does she scoff and frump,
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and breake iests vpon him, before shee is conuicted, and throughly touched for her sinne.
and break jests upon him, before she is convicted, and thoroughly touched for her sin.
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1. Reason. Because sinne hath so insinuated it selfe, that it hath gotten mans heart, he loueth it,
1. Reason. Because sin hath so insinuated it self, that it hath got men heart, he loves it,
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and doteth on it, and will not heare any thing spoke against it.
and dotes on it, and will not hear any thing spoke against it.
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There is a league made betwixt him and sinne, as was betwixt Ruth and Naomi, nothing except death shall part them sinne is as deare vnto him as are the members of his body,
There is a league made betwixt him and sin, as was betwixt Ruth and Naomi, nothing except death shall part them sin is as deer unto him as Are the members of his body,
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as his right eye, or his right hand.
as his right eye, or his right hand.
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Hence it is that his speech is harsh barbarisme, it speakes against the Diuels Diana, this Idoll of vice, with so many worshippers.
Hence it is that his speech is harsh barbarism, it speaks against the Devils Diana, this Idol of vice, with so many worshippers.
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Hence, did the Iewes hate Christ, because hee testified their deeds were euill. Hence, did the Iewes hate christ, Because he testified their Deeds were evil.
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Now then, considering this, that the minde of man is forestalled with a lo•e and liking of it, no wonder if he be hardly brought to leaue it.
Now then, considering this, that the mind of man is forestalled with a lo•e and liking of it, no wonder if he be hardly brought to leave it.
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2. Reason. The Deuill is a great enemie to mans saluation, and therefore doth most violently assault the beginnings thereof;
2. Reason. The devil is a great enemy to men salvation, and Therefore does most violently assault the beginnings thereof;
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he labours to lull him asleepe in the cradle of securitie;
he labours to lull him asleep in the cradle of security;
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if any doe beginne to shake vs, and awake vs, hee beginneth to bustle, and rocke the more eagerly:
if any do begin to shake us, and awake us, he begins to bustle, and rock the more eagerly:
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Gods children can testifie this, who haue euer found temptations most frequent and vehement in their first retyring from the world, and turning to the Lord.
God's children can testify this, who have ever found temptations most frequent and vehement in their First retiring from the world, and turning to the Lord.
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Ʋse. This sheweth the follie of such as thinke to repent when they list:Ʋse. This shows the folly of such as think to Repent when they list:
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but do thou know, that the first step is hard to tread, and especially when a man hath gotten a habit in sinning:
but do thou know, that the First step is hard to tread, and especially when a man hath got a habit in sinning:
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for custome of sinne taketh away sense of sinne, thoe at first, the conscience is as it were raw and bleeding, for custom of sin Takes away sense of sin, thoe At First, the conscience is as it were raw and bleeding,
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yet after it becommeth feared. 1. Tim. 4.2. Custome will inveterate the vlcer, and as now thou sinnest and carest not, so hereafter thou wilt sinne and know not.
yet After it becomes feared. 1. Tim. 4.2. Custom will inveterate the ulcer, and as now thou Sinnest and Carest not, so hereafter thou wilt sin and know not.
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2. Ʋse. Exhortation to all such as haue their eyes opened to see their sinnes,
2. Ʋse. Exhortation to all such as have their eyes opened to see their Sins,
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and Consciences touched to grieue for their sinnes, to be truly thankfull, for this great blessing which setteth them in a good forwardnes, towards Gods kingdome; blesse God therefore for it;
and Consciences touched to grieve for their Sins, to be truly thankful, for this great blessing which sets them in a good forwardness, towards God's Kingdom; bless God Therefore for it;
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for far better is it for thee to haue a working, then to haue a sleepie Conscience.
for Far better is it for thee to have a working, then to have a sleepy Conscience.
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What though thy corruptions are now troublesome? it is no otherwise with thee then with the poole of Bethesda, thou maist shortly looke for helpe and deliuerance.
What though thy corruptions Are now troublesome? it is not otherwise with thee then with the pool of Bethesda, thou Mayest shortly look for help and deliverance.
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3. Ʋse. Instruction to euery one in our places and callings, whether Ministers, or gouernors of families, parents,
3. Ʋse. Instruction to every one in our places and callings, whither Ministers, or Governors of families, Parents,
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and the like, not to be negligent in vsing all good meanes, for the conuiction and conuersion of sinners:
and the like, not to be negligent in using all good means, for the conviction and conversion of Sinners:
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giue not ouer at the first, but vse meanes againe and againe: our Sauiour propounds three parables one after another, one may preuaile, if not the first,
give not over At the First, but use means again and again: our Saviour propounds three parables one After Another, one may prevail, if not the First,
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yet the second, if not the second yet the third, one may doe good. Thus much in generall.
yet the second, if not the second yet the third, one may do good. Thus much in general.
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Now we come to the Introduction, & therein first for the propounder which was Christ. He said ] Now in that Christ himselfe doth teach them hereby parables, we learne:
Now we come to the Introduction, & therein First for the propounder which was christ. He said ] Now in that christ himself does teach them hereby parables, we Learn:
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That it is lawfull for Gods Ministers, not only nakedly and barely to deliuer the truth,
That it is lawful for God's Ministers, not only nakedly and barely to deliver the truth,
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but with the helps of invention, and Art to vse similitudes, comparisons, prouerbes, parables, for the further illustrating and vrging of the same.
but with the helps of invention, and Art to use Similitudes, comparisons, proverbs, parables, for the further illustrating and urging of the same.
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We see that Christ himselfe, who taught with authoritie, who was a Prophet, mighty in word and deed, before God and all the people, whose speech prouoked reuerence and amozednes in his hearers, it was so gracious and so powerfull:
We see that christ himself, who taught with Authority, who was a Prophet, mighty in word and deed, before God and all the people, whose speech provoked Reverence and amozednes in his hearers, it was so gracious and so powerful:
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spent not the least part of his doctrine in parables and similitudes; spent not the least part of his Doctrine in parables and Similitudes;
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he knew what easie apprehension worldly things would finde in vs, what hard impression heauenly things would make on vs,
he knew what easy apprehension worldly things would find in us, what hard impression heavenly things would make on us,
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therefore so often by plaine comparisons did he teach secret doctrines, and by histories mysteries. The Vse may be first for instruction vnto vs, who are Ministers of the Gospell,
Therefore so often by plain comparisons did he teach secret doctrines, and by histories Mysteres. The Use may be First for instruction unto us, who Are Ministers of the Gospel,
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and teachers of the people, to apply our selues to the capacitie of the meanest, and and thinke it no disgrace to borrow comparisons from the plow, or plow share,
and Teachers of the people, to apply our selves to the capacity of the Meanest, and and think it no disgrace to borrow comparisons from the blow, or blow share,
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so that the simplest may be instructed:
so that the simplest may be instructed:
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let vs become all vnto all, as S. Paul professeth of himselfe, that we may winne some:
let us become all unto all, as S. Paul Professes of himself, that we may win Some:
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let vs frame our selues to all mens knowledge and natures, as Christ himselfe did by Allegories, stories, parables, and the like; let us frame our selves to all men's knowledge and nature's, as christ himself did by Allegories, stories, parables, and the like;
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yet in vsing this method, these caueats are giuen.
yet in using this method, these caveats Are given.
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First, they may not be far fetcht, but fitting for the matter in hand, seruing more for edification and profiting of the hearer,
First, they may not be Far fetched, but fitting for the matter in hand, serving more for edification and profiting of the hearer,
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then for ostentation or setting forth the vanitie of mans wit.
then for ostentation or setting forth the vanity of men wit.
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Secondly, that they be borrowed and drawne from such things as be well knowne, easie to be conceiued, and apt.
Secondly, that they be borrowed and drawn from such things as be well known, easy to be conceived, and apt.
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For the end of all speech, is to conuey the sense to the vnderstanding of those to whom we speake;
For the end of all speech, is to convey the sense to the understanding of those to whom we speak;
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they may not therefore be darke ▪ then the thing it selfe is, which we should illustrate;
they may not Therefore be dark ▪ then the thing it self is, which we should illustrate;
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as when they are drawne from poeticall fables, from diuers things in Philosophy; vnlesse they be made easie to the peoples vnderstanding:
as when they Are drawn from poetical fables, from diverse things in Philosophy; unless they be made easy to the peoples understanding:
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Christ did euer take them from common things, wherein the people were well beaten, appearing in the garden to Mary as a Gardner,
christ did ever take them from Common things, wherein the people were well beaten, appearing in the garden to Marry as a Gardener,
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and vnto the Disciples trauelling he appeares like a traueller: what better patterne can be followed by vs?
and unto the Disciples travelling he appears like a traveller: what better pattern can be followed by us?
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Thirdly, that we turne not all into Allegories, to the destroying of the letter, and making of plaine things obscure,
Thirdly, that we turn not all into Allegories, to the destroying of the Letter, and making of plain things Obscure,
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as Origen sometimes did, whose wit serued him to allegorize almost the whole Bible.
as Origen sometime did, whose wit served him to allegorise almost the Whole bible.
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Fourthly, that we still haue a care of the maiestie of Scripture, auoyding all ridiculous and base stuffe,
Fourthly, that we still have a care of the majesty of Scripture, avoiding all ridiculous and base stuff,
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for feare lest we giue occasion to any of thinking vnfitly or vnreuerently of so high a mysterie.
for Fear lest we give occasion to any of thinking unfitly or unreverently of so high a mystery.
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Fiftly, that we vse them for the instruction of the life, rather then for prouing any point of faith:
Fifty, that we use them for the instruction of the life, rather then for proving any point of faith:
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as painting is (saith Luther ) to set forth and garnish a house already builded, so is an Allegorie to set out the light of a matter already proued, and otherwise sufficiently confirmed.
as painting is (Says Luther) to Set forth and garnish a house already built, so is an Allegory to Set out the Light of a matter already proved, and otherwise sufficiently confirmed.
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Sixtly and lastly, that they be quickly dispatcht, and not too much insisted vpon.
Sixty and lastly, that they be quickly dispatched, and not too much insisted upon.
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These rules being well obserued, we may well vse our libertie in this kinde, we hauing the example, both of Christ and his Disciples, for the warranting hereof.
These rules being well observed, we may well use our liberty in this kind, we having the Exampl, both of christ and his Disciples, for the warranting hereof.
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In the second place, let this serue to admonish hearers, to be content with this manner and method of teaching, which hath Christ himselfe for the author of it:
In the second place, let this serve to admonish hearers, to be content with this manner and method of teaching, which hath christ himself for the author of it:
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beware of that same itching eare, whereof the Apostle speaketh, and wherewith most in these daies are troubled;
beware of that same itching ear, whereof the Apostle speaks, and wherewith most in these days Are troubled;
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our dutie is to profit your soules, rather then to please your eares; be content therefore with our plaine method and manner of preaching:
our duty is to profit your Souls, rather then to please your ears; be content Therefore with our plain method and manner of preaching:
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what if we borrow comparisons from the meale-tub, or other domesticall busines, do we any other then Christ himselfe did? remember yron will doe that, which oftentimes gold cannot doe;
what if we borrow comparisons from the meale-tub, or other domestical business, do we any other then christ himself did? Remember iron will do that, which oftentimes gold cannot do;
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and so this plaine and (as the world esteemes it) blunt kinde of teaching will doe, that which the more glorious, glistering and gaudie course can neuer effect. And this from the Propounder: now to the propounded.
and so this plain and (as the world esteems it) blunt kind of teaching will do, that which the more glorious, glistering and gaudy course can never Effect. And this from the Propounder: now to the propounded.
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A certaine man ] By man (as I take it) we may without danger, vnderstand God the Father, A certain man ] By man (as I take it) we may without danger, understand God the Father,
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as other Expositors doe, who (albeit he be a Spirit, and hath not any visible shape) is content to descend, to our capacities,
as other Expositors do, who (albeit he be a Spirit, and hath not any visible shape) is content to descend, to our capacities,
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and in our owne familiar termes, speakes to our shallow vnderstandings;
and in our own familiar terms, speaks to our shallow understandings;
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and because we cannot conceiue of his maiestie as he is, he speakes to vs of himselfe as we are;
and Because we cannot conceive of his majesty as he is, he speaks to us of himself as we Are;
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insinuating thereby his loue to vs, the sonnes of men. The point we may learne is this:
insinuating thereby his love to us, the Sons of men. The point we may Learn is this:
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God is content (in Scripture) to make himselfe knowne to man as man, not because he is man, God is content (in Scripture) to make himself known to man as man, not Because he is man,
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but because man may know him in some measure.
but Because man may know him in Some measure.
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Amongst all creatures, none more familiar to a man then a man, and amongst all men none more kinde and louing then a Father;
among all creatures, none more familiar to a man then a man, and among all men none more kind and loving then a Father;
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therefore the Lord to expresse his loue, and make knowne his goodnes towards vs, shadowes out himselfe vnto vs,
Therefore the Lord to express his love, and make known his Goodness towards us, shadows out himself unto us,
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like a man, and such a man as is our Father, and that not onely here,
like a man, and such a man as is our Father, and that not only Here,
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but in many other places of Scripture.
but in many other places of Scripture.
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Hence it is also, that he is often in Scripture set out by the parts and members of mans bodie;
Hence it is also, that he is often in Scripture Set out by the parts and members of men body;
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as also the senses, affections, and actions of man for this end are giuen vnto him.
as also the Senses, affections, and actions of man for this end Are given unto him.
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As for the members of mans bodie, many are attributed vnto him, as the Head, Dan. 7.9. Exod. 33.20, 23. Psal. 27.8, 9. & 31.16. & 34.16. Eyes, Ps. 34.15. & 17. Eye lids, Psal. 11.4. apple of the eye, Ps. 17.8. & Zach. 2.8. Mouth, Ioh. 9.14. Ier. 9.12. Eares, Ps. 31.2. & 34.15. Nose, Ier 25.37. Hand, Ps. 8.6. Arme, Exod. 6.6. Fingers, Math. 12.28. Feet, Ps. 110.1.
As for the members of men body, many Are attributed unto him, as the Head, Dan. 7.9. Exod 33.20, 23. Psalm 27.8, 9. & 31.16. & 34.16. Eyes, Ps. 34.15. & 17. Eye lids, Psalm 11.4. apple of the eye, Ps. 17.8. & Zach 2.8. Mouth, John 9.14. Jeremiah 9.12. Ears, Ps. 31.2. & 34.15. Nose, Jeremiah 25.37. Hand, Ps. 8.6. Arme, Exod 6.6. Fingers, Math. 12.28. Feet, Ps. 110.1.
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So are mans Senses attributed to God, as Seeing, Gen. 1.4. Psal. 11.4. Hearing, Ps. 11.4. Ps. 6.8, 9. Smelling, Gen. 8.21. and the like: so are mans affections: as Ioy, Iudg. 9.13. Sorrow, Gen. 6.6. Anger, Pro. 1.18. Zeale 9.7. Hatred. Rom. 9.13.
So Are men Senses attributed to God, as Seeing, Gen. 1.4. Psalm 11.4. Hearing, Ps. 11.4. Ps. 6.8, 9. Smelling, Gen. 8.21. and the like: so Are men affections: as Joy, Judges 9.13. Sorrow, Gen. 6.6. Anger, Pro 1.18. Zeal 9.7. Hatred. Rom. 9.13.
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So, humane actions, as to breath, Gen. 1.7. to come to. Ioh. 14.13. to returne, Zach. 1.3. Psal. 6.4 to descend, Gen. 11.7. & 18.21.
So, humane actions, as to breath, Gen. 1.7. to come to. John 14.13. to return, Zach 1.3. Psalm 6.4 to descend, Gen. 11.7. & 18.21.
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Now, by all these, and many more, he signifies (not what he is indeed) but what is needfull for vs to knowe of him.
Now, by all these, and many more, he signifies (not what he is indeed) but what is needful for us to know of him.
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For being well acquainted with the vse, office, and effects of naturall things in our selues.
For being well acquainted with the use, office, and effects of natural things in our selves.
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We may better guesse at the knowledge of that God to whom they are ascribed by translation. The vses.
We may better guess At the knowledge of that God to whom they Are ascribed by Translation. The uses.
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A caueat and caution to euery one of vs, to take heed, that we ascribe not vnto God, any visible shape,
A caveat and caution to every one of us, to take heed, that we ascribe not unto God, any visible shape,
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and that we diminish not the maiestie of God in our thoughts, to thinke him to be like vs;
and that we diminish not the majesty of God in our thoughts, to think him to be like us;
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though he thus stoope to our capacities, and appeares in Scriptures, as it were transfigured into the likenesse of our nature•, for these are ascribed to him, non secundum affectum, sed secundum effectum, he hath them by resemblance, not by nature.
though he thus stoop to our capacities, and appears in Scriptures, as it were transfigured into the likeness of our nature•, for these Are ascribed to him, non secundum affectum, sed secundum effectum, he hath them by resemblance, not by nature.
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Let vs vse them onely as helpes, the better to conceiue of him, and his goodnesse.
Let us use them only as helps, the better to conceive of him, and his Goodness.
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In the second place, this doth serue to set forth the loue of God towards vs, who is content,
In the second place, this does serve to Set forth the love of God towards us, who is content,
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so to abase and humble himselfe;
so to abase and humble himself;
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to stoope so low to vs, that, we may rise vp, and come to the knowledge of him, in the knowledge of whom consisted eternall life;
to stoop so low to us, that, we may rise up, and come to the knowledge of him, in the knowledge of whom consisted Eternal life;
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seeing therefore hee is content, thus to lisp to vs:
seeing Therefore he is content, thus to lisp to us:
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oh let vs at length learne to speake, and set forth his goodnesse, before the sonnes of men.
o let us At length Learn to speak, and Set forth his Goodness, before the Sons of men.
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Is this Gods end, to make himselfe knowne by man ro man, oh let not God then loose his end,
Is this God's end, to make himself known by man ro man, o let not God then lose his end,
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but let euerie good and excellent thing in man, cause vs to consider the goodnesse and excellencie of that God, that made him:
but let every good and excellent thing in man, cause us to Consider the Goodness and excellency of that God, that made him:
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is man kinde, is not God kinder? are parents prouident for their children, and shall God be wanting vnto his, hath man an eye, wherewith he seeth, is man kind, is not God kinder? Are Parents provident for their children, and shall God be wanting unto his, hath man an eye, wherewith he sees,
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and shall God he blind? hath man an eare to heare, and shall God bee deafe? oh beware of making him like those Idoles spoken of, by the Psalmist, Who haue mouthes but speake not, eyes but see not, eares but heare not, hands but worke not, and the like, he that planted the eare, shall not he heare, sayth Dauid, he that framed the eye, shall not he see, hee that chastiseth the heathen, shall not he correct, he that teacheth man knowledge, shall not he know, shall we abuse his maiestie so farre as to thinke him not so perfect as our selues, take heed of this, againe I say take heed of it;
and shall God he blind? hath man an ear to hear, and shall God be deaf? o beware of making him like those Idols spoken of, by the Psalmist, Who have mouths but speak not, eyes but see not, ears but hear not, hands but work not, and the like, he that planted the ear, shall not he hear, say David, he that framed the eye, shall not he see, he that Chastiseth the heathen, shall not he correct, he that Teaches man knowledge, shall not he know, shall we abuse his majesty so Far as to think him not so perfect as our selves, take heed of this, again I say take heed of it;
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lest our wickednesse reproue vs, and we finde the contrarie in the end, by woefull and miserable experience. Exhortation;
lest our wickedness reprove us, and we find the contrary in the end, by woeful and miserable experience. Exhortation;
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let vs not dishonour that nature that God hath so highly honoured;
let us not dishonour that nature that God hath so highly honoured;
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once (sayth one) hee made man to his owne similitude, but often describes himselfe according to mans similitude;
once (say one) he made man to his own similitude, but often describes himself according to men similitude;
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what a shame is it then to defile those members by sinne, wherby God expresseth his owne goodnesse and glory? Doth God expresse his dietie by thy head, his fauour and presence by thy face, his prouidence and good will by thy eyes, his strength by thy armes, his blessed spirit by thy fingers? Oh then beware how thou abasest thy bodie, or any member of thy bodie to sinnes seruice;
what a shame is it then to defile those members by sin, whereby God Expresses his own Goodness and glory? Does God express his diety by thy head, his favour and presence by thy face, his providence and good will by thy eyes, his strength by thy arms, his blessed Spirit by thy fingers? O then beware how thou abasest thy body, or any member of thy body to Sins service;
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Giue not thy members as weapons of vnrighteousnesse to sinne, but yeeld your members as instruments of righteousnesse vnto God. Give not thy members as weapons of unrighteousness to sin, but yield your members as Instruments of righteousness unto God.
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Had two sonnes ] By these two sonnes, some vnderstand the elect Angels and men, Had two Sons ] By these two Sons, Some understand the elect Angels and men,
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but this cannot be, for they murmure not, at any compassion that is shewed vnto vs;
but this cannot be, for they murmur not, At any compassion that is showed unto us;
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others by them vnderstand Iewes and Gentiles, true it is, that the Iewes are elder brethren,
Others by them understand Iewes and Gentiles, true it is, that the Iewes Are elder brothers,
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but surely they are not figured hereby this eldest sonne;
but surely they Are not figured hereby this eldest son;
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for they haue forsaken their fathers house, and are now strangers from the tents of Sem: Others, by these two sonnes, vnderstand the Pharisies and Publicanes: of this minde are the most and the best, from whom I will nor dissent;
for they have forsaken their Father's house, and Are now Strangers from the tents of Sem: Others, by these two Sons, understand the Pharisees and Publicans: of this mind Are the most and the best, from whom I will nor dissent;
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for the Pharisies grudging at Christ, for his familiarity with the Publicanes, gaue him occasion to vtter this parable (as formerly we haue seene) and by it he doth conuince them.
for the Pharisees grudging At christ, for his familiarity with the Publicans, gave him occasion to utter this parable (as formerly we have seen) and by it he does convince them.
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But these Pharisies were sinners, and such as before whom, Christ preferres Publicanes and Harlots; but this eldest sonne here spoken of, sayth he neuer brake any of his Fathers commaundements:
But these Pharisees were Sinners, and such as before whom, christ prefers Publicans and Harlots; but this eldest son Here spoken of, say he never brake any of his Father's Commandments:
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Sol. The Pharisies were righteous in their owne eyes, as Christ else where doth plainely declare; Sol. The Pharisees were righteous in their own eyes, as christ Else where does plainly declare;
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no wonder then they did thus bragge they were obedient sonnes, when as in truth it was nothing so; no wonder then they did thus brag they were obedient Sons, when as in truth it was nothing so;
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for, had this sonne beene as he did professe, he would neuer haue murmured, nor repined at his fathers iust and equall proceedings.
for, had this son been as he did profess, he would never have murmured, nor repined At his Father's just and equal proceedings.
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But the Father doth seeme to approue of this his eldest sonnes sayings, as appeares, verse 31. Christ would not now exasperate the Pharisies, but from hence draweth an argument. q.
But the Father does seem to approve of this his eldest Sons sayings, as appears, verse 31. christ would not now exasperate the Pharisees, but from hence draws an argument. q.
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graunt you bee dutifull and obedient, yet you doe not well to be offended with this my dealing, &c.
grant you be dutiful and obedient, yet you do not well to be offended with this my dealing, etc.
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And thus we see who are the two sonnes here spoken of.
And thus we see who Are the two Sons Here spoken of.
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In the estate of this Father in his children (sayth one) the estate and condition of the Church militant is not obscurely shadowed and prefigured:
In the estate of this Father in his children (say one) the estate and condition of the Church militant is not obscurely shadowed and prefigured:
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his two sonnes represent the two sorts of people that are in it: if this be so, we see that the Church visible is a mixt assembly:
his two Sons represent the two sorts of people that Are in it: if this be so, we see that the Church visible is a mixed assembly:
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it is a mixt company both of good and bad. The Parables in the 13. of Mathew, so set it forth. it is a mixed company both of good and bad. The Parables in the 13. of Matthew, so Set it forth.
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It is compared to a field, wherein is darnell and stubble, as well as wheat. It is compared to a net, which gathereth together of all kinds of fish, both good and bad.
It is compared to a field, wherein is darnel and stubble, as well as wheat. It is compared to a net, which gathereth together of all Kinds of Fish, both good and bad.
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It is compared to a floore, on which lyeth both corne and chaffe: sundry other comparisons are brought in Scripture by our Sauiour, to confirme this truth.
It is compared to a floor, on which lies both corn and chaff: sundry other comparisons Are brought in Scripture by our Saviour, to confirm this truth.
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It is compared to tenne virgines, whereof 5. were wise 5. were foolish: to a marriage feast, where some had wedding garments, other none: It is compared to tenne Virgins, whereof 5. were wise 5. were foolish: to a marriage feast, where Some had wedding garments, other none:
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to a great house, wherein are vessels of wood, and vessels of gold; and may well be compared to that great sheete, wherein are all manner of beasts and fowles, cleane and vncleane: thus it euer hath beene;
to a great house, wherein Are vessels of wood, and vessels of gold; and may well be compared to that great sheet, wherein Are all manner of beasts and fowls, clean and unclean: thus it ever hath been;
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thus it euer will be, vntil the great Iudge with his fanne shall purge his floore;
thus it ever will be, until the great Judge with his fan shall purge his floor;
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till the Angels shall carry the wheat into the barne of glory: vntill this day comes, some rubbish will be in the net; till the Angels shall carry the wheat into the bairn of glory: until this day comes, Some rubbish will be in the net;
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some tares amongst the wheat, some chaffe vpon the floore; some goates amongst the sheepe; some with the marke of the beast in the Congregation of Saints;
Some tares among the wheat, Some chaff upon the floor; Some Goats among the sheep; Some with the mark of the beast in the Congregation of Saints;
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on Ismaell in the Familie of Abraham; amongst the Disciples there will bee a Demas; amongst the Deacons a Nicholas: and amongst the Apostles themselues, there will be a Iudas.
on Ishmael in the Family of Abraham; among the Disciples there will be a Demas; among the Deacons a Nicholas: and among the Apostles themselves, there will be a Iudas.
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The cockle must growe for the cornes exercise;
The cockle must grow for the corns exercise;
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there must be heresies, sayth the Apostle, that they which are approoued amongst you might be knowne: there must be heresies, say the Apostle, that they which Are approved among you might be known:
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the faith of Gods children must be tryed, as Peter saith, and how can that be, were there no bad to try them? Vses.
the faith of God's children must be tried, as Peter Says, and how can that be, were there no bad to try them? Uses.
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Fouly then are they deceiued, who thinke there is no true Church, where there are any open corrupt members;
Foully then Are they deceived, who think there is no true Church, where there Are any open corrupt members;
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and, foolish is their dealing, who hereupon, make a separation, because bad and good are mingled together:
and, foolish is their dealing, who hereupon, make a separation, Because bad and good Are mingled together:
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Is an honest societie of tradesmen a false societie, because some are reteined amongst them, who are vnhonest? was the Church of Corinth, a false Church, because they had amongst them wicked men? Why then did the Apostle call it a Church of Christ, and a cōpany of Saints? was not the Church of Thyatira, which suffered Iesabel to teach, to seduce, and commit fornication, a true Church? Is a wife no true wife, because shee hath a blemish;
Is an honest society of Tradesmen a false society, Because Some Are retained among them, who Are unhonest? was the Church of Corinth, a false Church, Because they had among them wicked men? Why then did the Apostle call it a Church of christ, and a company of Saints? was not the Church of Thyatira, which suffered Jezebel to teach, to seduce, and commit fornication, a true Church? Is a wife no true wife, Because she hath a blemish;
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And was not Rebecca, the true wife of Isaac, though she had an elect and reprobate in her wombe? And why then should not that Church bee a true one which hath both Iacob and Esau within her:
And was not Rebecca, the true wife of Isaac, though she had an elect and Reprobate in her womb? And why then should not that Church be a true one which hath both Iacob and Esau within her:
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As for their separation, thus much I confesse, if a brother walke disorderly, we may withdraw our selues from him:
As for their separation, thus much I confess, if a brother walk disorderly, we may withdraw our selves from him:
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but that we are to withdraw our selues from the church because of him, I vtterly denie: but that we Are to withdraw our selves from the Church Because of him, I utterly deny:
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we may not leaue Gods floore, because there is some chaffe; neither may we breake Gods net, because there is some baggage fish;
we may not leave God's floor, Because there is Some chaff; neither may we break God's net, Because there is Some baggage Fish;
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neither depart out of his house, because there be some vessels of wrath; nor yet runne out of his field, because there grows some cockle:
neither depart out of his house, Because there be Some vessels of wrath; nor yet run out of his field, Because there grows Some cockle:
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for the bad which are in the Church we may not forsake the good; but rather tollerate the bad for the good their sake.
for the bad which Are in the Church we may not forsake the good; but rather tolerate the bad for the good their sake.
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And this we are to know, it is heauen that hath •one but good: hell that hath none but bad:
And this we Are to know, it is heaven that hath •one but good: hell that hath none but bad:
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Earth that hath both good & bad: to haue all good and none bad is a propertie of the Church triumphant;
Earth that hath both good & bad: to have all good and none bad is a property of the Church triumphant;
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to haue all bad and none good, a propertie of the Church malignant:
to have all bad and none good, a property of the Church malignant:
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but to haue both good and bad mingled, is an inseparable propertie of the visible Church militant, here vpon the earth:
but to have both good and bad mingled, is an inseparable property of the visible Church militant, Here upon the earth:
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I will conclude this vse with that exhortation of the Apostle, Heb. 10.25. Forsake not the assembling of your selues together, as the manner of some is: but exhort one another;
I will conclude this use with that exhortation of the Apostle, Hebrew 10.25. Forsake not the assembling of your selves together, as the manner of Some is: but exhort one Another;
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and so much the more as you see the day approaching. Amend whom thou canst; tollerate whom thou canst not amend:and so much the more as you see the day approaching. Amend whom thou Canst; tolerate whom thou Canst not amend:
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but in any case run not from thy fathers house, because a bad sonne or seruant is in it.
but in any case run not from thy Father's house, Because a bad son or servant is in it.
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And so I come to a second vse. Which is, for tryall:
And so I come to a second use. Which is, for trial:
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are there both good and bad mingled in the Church visible? then examine thy selfe, what a one thou art.
Are there both good and bad mingled in the Church visible? then examine thy self, what a one thou art.
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There are many hypocrites in the Church, why maist not thou be one? Many goats are amongst the sheepe, & so maist thou:
There Are many Hypocrites in the Church, why Mayest not thou be one? Many Goats Are among the sheep, & so Mayest thou:
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rest not then in this, that thou liuest in the church, for so false Israelites doe, hypocrites & wicked men doe;
rest not then in this, that thou Livest in the Church, for so false Israelites do, Hypocrites & wicked men do;
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but make diligent search and inquirie, whether thou be a sound member of the Church inuisible, or Catholike;
but make diligent search and inquiry, whither thou be a found member of the Church invisible, or Catholic;
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whether thou be of the number of those faithfull ones, whom Christ redeemed with his bloud.
whither thou be of the number of those faithful ones, whom christ redeemed with his blood.
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But, how shall I know, whether I am such a one or no? But, how shall I know, whither I am such a one or no?
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There are many signes, whereby it may be knowne, I will giue thee one, which shall be instar omnium, all in all; and it is this; a constant practise of holinesse.
There Are many Signs, whereby it may be known, I will give thee one, which shall be instar omnium, all in all; and it is this; a constant practice of holiness.
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By this maist thou know, whether thou art a sound member of it;
By this Mayest thou know, whither thou art a found member of it;
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for euery true member of the Church Catholicke, is answerable to the qualitie and condition of it; now that is holy: and so are they:
for every true member of the Church Catholic, is answerable to the quality and condition of it; now that is holy: and so Are they:
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so S. Peter termes them, a holy Nation. And in other places so are they styled:
so S. Peter terms them, a holy nation. And in other places so Are they styled:
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art thou then holy? Dost thou seeke after it, and follow it? Art thou sanctified and clensed from the filth of sinne? Dost thou expresse holinesse in thy conuersation, hauing respect to euery commaundement of God? Art thou holy at all times, in all places, about all actions? Hast thou it written in thy forehead,
art thou then holy? Dost thou seek After it, and follow it? Art thou sanctified and cleansed from the filth of sin? Dost thou express holiness in thy Conversation, having respect to every Commandment of God? Art thou holy At all times, in all places, about all actions? Hast thou it written in thy forehead,
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as it was in the breast of the high Priests robes? If it be so thy estate is good;
as it was in the breast of the high Priests robes? If it be so thy estate is good;
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be thou assured, thou art a true member of the Church Catholike, & shalt neuer perish:
be thou assured, thou art a true member of the Church Catholic, & shalt never perish:
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but yet againe, let me admonish thee not to deceiue thy selfe, but looke that it be so;
but yet again, let me admonish thee not to deceive thy self, but look that it be so;
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see that thy holinesse be true and vnfained:
see that thy holiness be true and unfeigned:
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for I tell thee, there are thousands, that deceiue themselues about this matter of holinesse, contenting themselues with a crackt groat, pleasing themselues with a counterfeit,
for I tell thee, there Are thousands, that deceive themselves about this matter of holiness, contenting themselves with a cracked groat, pleasing themselves with a counterfeit,
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and why mayst not thou doe so? What I said before, I therefore say againe and againe, be well aduised, bring thy holinesse to the touch:
and why Mayest not thou do so? What I said before, I Therefore say again and again, be well advised, bring thy holiness to the touch:
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try it well, and examine it throughly;
try it well, and examine it thoroughly;
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thou hast great need, because there are things so like, and so neere of kinne vnto it, which indeed are not it.
thou hast great need, Because there Are things so like, and so near of kin unto it, which indeed Are not it.
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Two things there are especially very like it, which thousands in the world take for it: but are fouly deceiued: Two things there Are especially very like it, which thousands in the world take for it: but Are foully deceived:
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And these, they are Ciuill honestie, and Restraning grace, these two are cousens to it, they are nigh a kinne, but not the same:
And these, they Are Civil honesty, and Restraining grace, these two Are cousin's to it, they Are High a kin, but not the same:
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be not then deceiued by these: which, that thou mayst not, I will shew thee some difference betweene them and this.
be not then deceived by these: which, that thou Mayest not, I will show thee Some difference between them and this.
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And first Ciuilitie reacheth onely to the outward man, as for the inward, it is not regarded:
And First Civility reaches only to the outward man, as for the inward, it is not regarded:
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thus was it with the Scribes and Pharisies, their greatest care was for the outside of the cup, and to keepe themselues from the outward act,
thus was it with the Scribes and Pharisees, their greatest care was for the outside of the cup, and to keep themselves from the outward act,
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and to be free from reproachfull crimes:
and to be free from reproachful crimes:
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but now sanctification like leauen, spreades ouer the whole lump, no part or power of soule or body, but is leauened;
but now sanctification like leaven, spreads over the Whole lump, no part or power of soul or body, but is leavened;
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it clenseth the mind from grosse ignorance and vanitie, it maketh vs to be carefull, about the euils of the heart,
it Cleanseth the mind from gross ignorance and vanity, it makes us to be careful, about the evils of the heart,
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and maketh vs to be watchfull ouer the thoughts and affections.
and makes us to be watchful over the thoughts and affections.
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Secondly, Ciuilitie respects principally duties of the second Table, little or no regard is had of the first,
Secondly, Civility respects principally duties of the second Table, little or no regard is had of the First,
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but true holinesse respects both, and (if any difference) hath more respect to the first Table then to the second duties of pietie as well as of Iustice, and charitie shalbe conscionably obserued.
but true holiness respects both, and (if any difference) hath more respect to the First Table then to the second duties of piety as well as of justice, and charity shall Conscionably observed.
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Thirdly, the workes of Pietie, which Ciuilitie performes, are but ceremoniously obserued, to preserue credite, or for fashion sake; Thirdly, the works of Piety, which Civility performs, Are but ceremoniously observed, to preserve credit, or for fashion sake;
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it resteth contented with the bare act doing; neuer regarding the inward power of godlinesse: but true sanctitie performeth them euen for conscience sake;
it rests contented with the bore act doing; never regarding the inward power of godliness: but true sanctity Performeth them even for conscience sake;
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and is much offended if he feele not the power of godlinesse in them;
and is much offended if he feel not the power of godliness in them;
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it is still complaining of dullnesse and deadnesse, and is grieued at the heart, for seruing God so drowsliy.
it is still complaining of dullness and deadness, and is grieved At the heart, for serving God so drowsliy.
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Fourthly, Ciuilitie for the most part contenteth it selfe in abstaining from euill; Fourthly, Civility for the most part contents it self in abstaining from evil;
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it does no man wrong, it pays euery man his owne, none can say it hath stolne eyther oxe or asse:
it does not man wrong, it pays every man his own, none can say it hath stolen either ox or Ass:
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this it thinketh to be enough, though it neuer doth any worke of mercie, or charitie: this it Thinketh to be enough, though it never does any work of mercy, or charity:
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and so for the first table, it thinketh it sufficient, to be no Idolater, prophane swearer, or the like:
and so for the First table, it Thinketh it sufficient, to be no Idolater, profane swearer, or the like:
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albeit they be ignorant of the true God, & in the grounds of his worship, & though they neuer honour him with their tongue;
albeit they be ignorant of the true God, & in the grounds of his worship, & though they never honour him with their tongue;
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but true holinesse teacheth both to eschew euill, and doe good, knowing that abstaining from euill, is but one of the steps to heauen, doing well is the other:
but true holiness Teaches both to eschew evil, and do good, knowing that abstaining from evil, is but one of the steps to heaven, doing well is the other:
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both which a man must take, if euer he would come thither.
both which a man must take, if ever he would come thither.
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And these are some differences betwixt true sanctitie, and that same mock-grace Ciuilitie, which so couzens many.
And these Are Some differences betwixt true sanctity, and that same mock-grace Civility, which so cozens many.
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Now for that other counterfeit, viz. Restraining grace, it may be discerned from true holinesse, by these ensuing signes.
Now for that other counterfeit, viz. Restraining grace, it may be discerned from true holiness, by these ensuing Signs.
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First, Restraining grace doth not hate the euill it abstaineth from: First, Restraining grace does not hate the evil it abstaineth from:
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it is the Maiestrates sword, shame of the world, or feare, or sence of Gods wrath that doth curb them in, and make them to abstaine:
it is the Magistrates sword, shame of the world, or Fear, or sense of God's wrath that does curb them in, and make them to abstain:
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or else it may be, the want of a mind disposed, or of an occasion proposed, doth keepe them within compasse:
or Else it may be, the want of a mind disposed, or of an occasion proposed, does keep them within compass:
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as for the sinne it selfe, they loue and would commit it, had they abilitie or occasion offered:
as for the sin it self, they love and would commit it, had they ability or occasion offered:
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but true holinesse doth eschew euill, because it is euill, and hateth the euill is escheweth:
but true holiness does eschew evil, Because it is evil, and hates the evil is escheweth:
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yea, it hateth it with an vnfained hatred, so that were there no law or magistrate,
yea, it hates it with an unfeigned hatred, so that were there no law or magistrate,
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yet it would be a law vnto it selfe, it needs not to be bridled by the terrours of the law.
yet it would be a law unto it self, it needs not to be bridled by the terrors of the law.
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No, it is the loue of God that constraines to doe good, and the same loue restraines from euill.
No, it is the love of God that constrains to do good, and the same love restrains from evil.
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Secondly, Restraining grace doth not willingly obey, but like a stomackfull Horse, doth champ the bitt within the teeth, it is inwardly discontented at, Gods commaunds,
Secondly, Restraining grace does not willingly obey, but like a stomachful Horse, does champ the bit within the teeth, it is inwardly discontented At, God's commands,
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yea, it is great paine to be curbed, and crossed of it will;
yea, it is great pain to be curbed, and crossed of it will;
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nothing is more painefull then to leaue sinne, nothing is so grieuous as to be in subiection to Gods law, these they count as bands and cord, this yoake is esteemed as the heauiest burthen:
nothing is more painful then to leave sin, nothing is so grievous as to be in subjection to God's law, these they count as bans and cord, this yoke is esteemed as the Heaviest burden:
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but the heart truely sanctified, desires to be curbed; it is inwardly grieued when it is not restrained;
but the heart truly sanctified, Desires to be curbed; it is inwardly grieved when it is not restrained;
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no yoke is so grieuous to it, as the yoke of sinne, no yoke so easie as the yoke of Gods law:
no yoke is so grievous to it, as the yoke of sin, no yoke so easy as the yoke of God's law:
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what good it doth, it doth willingly and chearefully, what euill it committeth, it doth grudgingly, and with repining.
what good it does, it does willingly and cheerfully, what evil it Committeth, it does grudgingly, and with repining.
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By these, we may discerne true holinesse, from both these counterfeits, Ciuill honestie, and grace restraining: fall now to worke, be not hearers but doers also, deceiue not thy selfe;
By these, we may discern true holiness, from both these counterfeits, Civil honesty, and grace restraining: fallen now to work, be not hearers but doers also, deceive not thy self;
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as it is to be feared, thou hast hitherto.
as it is to be feared, thou hast hitherto.
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Answere me directly to these questions I propound, and let God and thy own conscience be witnesses to thy answere:
Answer me directly to these questions I propound, and let God and thy own conscience be Witnesses to thy answer:
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Hast thou as much regard of the inside as of the outside? Doth thy euill imaginations, sinfull cogitations, trouble and disquiet thee, are these heart-euils,
Hast thou as much regard of the inside as of thee outside? Does thy evil Imaginations, sinful cogitations, trouble and disquiet thee, Are these heart-euils,
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and secret sinnes, they that molest thee;
and secret Sins, they that molest thee;
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if it be thus, it is well with thee, but if otherwise, thou art but a Ciuilian at the best.
if it be thus, it is well with thee, but if otherwise, thou art but a Civilian At the best.
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Againe, I demaund, whether thou hast respect to the first Table, as well as to the second,
Again, I demand, whither thou hast respect to the First Table, as well as to the second,
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and to the second as well as to the first? Dost thou as well make conscience of blaspheming Gods name, of prophaning Gods sabboth? as thou doest of murthering a man,
and to the second as well as to the First? Dost thou as well make conscience of blaspheming God's name, of profaning God's Sabbath? as thou dost of murdering a man,
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or robbing by the high-way? Answere me in truth, is it thus or no? And further, I demand, dost thou performe good duties for conscience sake? Dost thou lament & bewayle thy dullnesse and deadnesse, thy drowsines and heauinesse in the performance of them? Art thou grieued and disquieted when thou findest not the efficacie and fruite of those good exercises in thy heart? Is it thus with thee, art thou sure of it? Then let me once againe demaund.
or robbing by the highway? Answer me in truth, is it thus or no? And further, I demand, dost thou perform good duties for conscience sake? Dost thou lament & bewail thy dullness and deadness, thy drowsiness and heaviness in the performance of them? Art thou grieved and disquieted when thou Findest not the efficacy and fruit of those good exercises in thy heart? Is it thus with thee, art thou sure of it? Then let me once again demand.
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Hast thou learned to make conscience of sins of omission, as well as of sins of commission? Dost thou as well open thy mouth to speake to his honour,
Hast thou learned to make conscience of Sins of omission, as well as of Sins of commission? Dost thou as well open thy Mouth to speak to his honour,
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as keepe it shut from dishonouring of him? Doest thou as well make conscience of doing these good duties on the Sabboth day (hearing, reading, meditating,
as keep it shut from Dishonoring of him? Dost thou as well make conscience of doing these good duties on the Sabbath day (hearing, reading, meditating,
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and the like) which God requireth, as thou doest of abstaining from the workes of thy ordinary calling, which hee forbiddeth? And dost thou not rest in Negatiues, abstaining onely from what is forbidden;
and the like) which God requires, as thou dost of abstaining from the works of thy ordinary calling, which he forbiddeth? And dost thou not rest in Negatives, abstaining only from what is forbidden;
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but hast thou also regard to Affirmatiues, doing what God hath enioined to be don, esteeming this latter as necessary a branch of Christianitie as the former:
but hast thou also regard to Affirmatives, doing what God hath enjoined to be dONE, esteeming this latter as necessary a branch of Christianity as the former:
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surely if it be thus, thou mayst haue comfort, that thy holinesse is sound and good, it is of the right breed, and no counterfeit.
surely if it be thus, thou Mayest have Comfort, that thy holiness is found and good, it is of the right breed, and no counterfeit.
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But yet let me examine thee a little further;
But yet let me examine thee a little further;
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thou abstainest from grosse euils, such and such sins thou dost not commit, but what is the ground of thy abstaining, is it the law of the Magistrate? Feare of Gods wrath? Or shame of the world? or is it,
thou abstainest from gross evils, such and such Sins thou dost not commit, but what is the ground of thy abstaining, is it the law of the Magistrate? fear of God's wrath? Or shame of the world? or is it,
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because thou wantest abilitie, or opportunitie, and the like, if this be the ground, let me tell thee, this is a false holinesse, which will deceiue thee in the end.
Because thou Wantest ability, or opportunity, and the like, if this be the ground, let me tell thee, this is a false holiness, which will deceive thee in the end.
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But do'st thou leaue these, because they are euill and displeasing to the Lord? Dost thou feare the Lord,
But dost thou leave these, Because they Are evil and displeasing to the Lord? Dost thou Fear the Lord,
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and his goodnesse, and tremble to offend him, because of his mercie? Why then it is excellent,
and his Goodness, and tremble to offend him, Because of his mercy? Why then it is excellent,
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an euident signe of a sanctified soule: and yet once more answere me:
an evident Signen of a sanctified soul: and yet once more answer me:
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doest thou feele it painfull to be restrained from euill, and art thou discontented when God puts his bit into thy mouth? Is his law as bands and cords vnto thee? are his commaundements heauie,
dost thou feel it painful to be restrained from evil, and art thou discontented when God puts his bit into thy Mouth? Is his law as bans and cords unto thee? Are his Commandments heavy,
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so that thou canst not beare them:
so that thou Canst not bear them:
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if it be thus, it is a foule signe, that thy holines is but restraining grace, and such a holinesse as a Reprobate may haue? But if on the other side, thou art desirous to be restrained,
if it be thus, it is a foul Signen, that thy holiness is but restraining grace, and such a holiness as a Reprobate may have? But if on the other side, thou art desirous to be restrained,
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and thou countest it a miserie not to haue thy flesh bridled, if thou art willing to drawe in Christs yoke,
and thou countest it a misery not to have thy Flesh bridled, if thou art willing to draw in Christ yoke,
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and takest delight in obeying of his will: thou mayst then conclude, and that without feare, that thy holinesse is sound and vnfained,
and Takest delight in obeying of his will: thou Mayest then conclude, and that without Fear, that thy holiness is found and unfeigned,
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and so consequently, that thou art (not onely a member of the Church visible) but also a true member of the Church catholike and inuisible:
and so consequently, that thou art (not only a member of the Church visible) but also a true member of the Church catholic and invisible:
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oh my beloued, that wee would deale truely with our selues, that we would now at the last learne to be wise,
o my Beloved, that we would deal truly with our selves, that we would now At the last Learn to be wise,
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and not gull our owne soules, as most doe.
and not gull our own Souls, as most doe.
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You see that all are not good, that are in the Church, there are many dissembling hypocrites,
You see that all Are not good, that Are in the Church, there Are many dissembling Hypocrites,
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as well as sincere professors, there are goats as wel as sheepe in this fold of Christ, Now he that hath not the spirit of Christ, is none of his:
as well as sincere professors, there Are Goats as well as sheep in this fold of christ, Now he that hath not the Spirit of christ, is none of his:
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What hope then can they haue, who haue not so much as a shew of godlinesse? How desperate is their estate, who euen in outward appearance, shew nothing but prophanenesse? Gods name which is holy they blaspheme; What hope then can they have, who have not so much as a show of godliness? How desperate is their estate, who even in outward appearance, show nothing but profaneness? God's name which is holy they Blaspheme;
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his Sabboths which are holy they prophane; Religion which is holy they contemne; and in a word:
his Sabbaths which Are holy they profane; Religion which is holy they contemn; and in a word:
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all the lawes of God, which are holy, they violate and breake.
all the laws of God, which Are holy, they violate and break.
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And most feareful must the estate of such be, who mock and scoffe at holinesse and sanctity,
And most fearful must the estate of such be, who mock and scoff At holiness and sanctity,
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and will not sticke to professe, they are none of these holy ones;
and will not stick to profess, they Are none of these holy ones;
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but knowe thou prophane wretch, whosoeuer thou art, that euery true member of the Church Catholike is holy,
but know thou profane wretch, whosoever thou art, that every true member of the Church Catholic is holy,
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and who euer is not a member of that Church here, shall neuer be a member of that other hereafter;
and who ever is not a member of that Church Here, shall never be a member of that other hereafter;
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and therfore consider what thou sayest, and be thou better aduised.
and Therefore Consider what thou Sayest, and be thou better advised.
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Cast of thy prophanenesse, and follow holinesse, which thou hast so long despised, for without it no man shall euer see God to his comfort.
Cast of thy profaneness, and follow holiness, which thou hast so long despised, for without it no man shall ever see God to his Comfort.
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In a word, to conclude, all you that professe your selues to be true members of this Church, declare it by your holinesse, holinesse becomes the Saints of God, be you therefore holy as God is holy.
In a word, to conclude, all you that profess your selves to be true members of this Church, declare it by your holiness, holiness becomes the Saints of God, be you Therefore holy as God is holy.
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God is holy in all places, at all times, about all actions, so must thou be,
God is holy in all places, At all times, about all actions, so must thou be,
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or else thou art not holy as God is holy, hee is holy in the day, so be thou;
or Else thou art not holy as God is holy, he is holy in the day, so be thou;
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he is holy in the night, bee thou so also. God is holy in the earth, so see thou be;
he is holy in the night, be thou so also. God is holy in the earth, so see thou be;
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God is holy in the heauens, so pray thou mayst be; his words are holy, so must thine;
God is holy in the heavens, so pray thou Mayest be; his words Are holy, so must thine;
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his workes are holy, so let thine; oh that we could be thus holy as God is holy!
his works Are holy, so let thine; o that we could be thus holy as God is holy!
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Remember the Heauens are holy whether thou art going, the Angels are holy with-whom thou must dwell,
remember the Heavens Are holy whither thou art going, the Angels Are holy with-whom thou must dwell,
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and the Church is holy wherein now thou liuest.
and the Church is holy wherein now thou Livest.
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And therefore see thou practise holinesse, otherwise though thou liue in the Church, yet thou art not of the Church,
And Therefore see thou practise holiness, otherwise though thou live in the Church, yet thou art not of the Church,
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but art one of those Goates which shall bee set at Christs left hand, and heare that same fearefull saying of Away from me yee cursed into euerlasting fire.
but art one of those Goats which shall be Set At Christ left hand, and hear that same fearful saying of Away from me ye cursed into everlasting fire.
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3. Seeing this is so, that the church visible is a mixt company, then let none be cast down to much when they see some to fall away, 3. Seeing this is so, that the Church visible is a mixed company, then let none be cast down to much when they see Some to fallen away,
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neither entertaine any thought of dislike against Religion, or the professours of the same, as the manner of too many is, who when they see any reuolt and back slide, presently condemne all for grosse dissemblers and hypocrites.
neither entertain any Thought of dislike against Religion, or the professors of the same, as the manner of too many is, who when they see any revolt and back slide, presently condemn all for gross dissemblers and Hypocrites.
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But this may not bee, hypocrites there are in the Church, and euer will be, and such shall at length be discouered, and will make themselues knowne;
But this may not be, Hypocrites there Are in the Church, and ever will be, and such shall At length be discovered, and will make themselves known;
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but as there are hypocrites, so there are true professors, and Christ hath his good sheepe as well as Goates in his fold,
but as there Are Hypocrites, so there Are true professors, and christ hath his good sheep as well as Goats in his fold,
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and though some doe forsake the pathes of righteousnesse they formerly walked in, yet be not hardly conceited of all other for their sakes,
and though Some do forsake the paths of righteousness they formerly walked in, yet be not hardly conceited of all other for their sakes,
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least in so doing you condemne the generation of the iust. And thus much shall serue to be spoken of this point, and of this Verse;
lest in so doing you condemn the generation of the just. And thus much shall serve to be spoken of this point, and of this Verse;
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we are now to enter vpon the next.
we Are now to enter upon the next.
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VERSE 12. VERSE 12.
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And the younger of them said to his Father, Father, giue me the portion of goods that falleth to mee.
And the younger of them said to his Father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falls to me.
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And hee diuided to them his liuing.
And he divided to them his living.
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13. And not many dayes after, the younger Son gathered all together, and tooke his iourney into a farre countrey,13. And not many days After, the younger Son gathered all together, and took his journey into a Far country,
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and there wasted his substance with riotous liuing.
and there wasted his substance with riotous living.
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HEre beginneth the Narration, wherein we haue laid downe the Prodigall his Egresse to the 17. verse,
Here begins the Narration, wherein we have laid down the Prodigal his Egress to the 17. verse,
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and his Regresse from thence vnto the end. In his Egresse, we are to consider first his sinne, verse 12.13.
and his Regress from thence unto the end. In his Egress, we Are to Consider First his sin, verse 12.13.
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Secondly, the punishment of his sinne, verse 14.15.16.
Secondly, the punishment of his sin, verse 14.15.16.
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His sinne, which was either before hee had receiued his portion, verse 12. or after he had receiued it, verse 13. Before he had it, his fault was double, he is greedy of it,
His sin, which was either before he had received his portion, verse 12. or After he had received it, verse 13. Before he had it, his fault was double, he is greedy of it,
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and he is as impudent in calling for it:
and he is as impudent in calling for it:
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After he had it, he also commits a double sinne, first, hee leaues his Fathers house;
After he had it, he also commits a double sin, First, he leaves his Father's house;
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and secondly, he wasts and consumes his goods with riotous liuing.
and secondly, he wasts and consumes his goods with riotous living.
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And the younger. ] But why is the Prodigall figured by the younger, rather then by the elder brother? And the younger. ] But why is the Prodigal figured by the younger, rather then by the elder brother?
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I answer, Surely because of his folly and indiscretion, which is most incident to youth that is headdy, rash, and soonest seduced.
I answer, Surely Because of his folly and indiscretion, which is most incident to youth that is heady, rash, and soonest seduced.
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Hence is it vsuall amongst vs to terme such as want foresight, and haue been outreached, younger brothers, oh, you were made a younger brother, &c. Thus this prodigall was the younger, not in yeares,
Hence is it usual among us to term such as want foresight, and have been outreached, younger Brother's, o, you were made a younger brother, etc. Thus this prodigal was the younger, not in Years,
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but in manners, not in age, but in want of wisedome.
but in manners, not in age, but in want of Wisdom.
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So then, by this tearme and Epithite, the folly and indiscretion of the prodigall seemeth to be set forth, which if it be (as I suppose it is) then this will be the point.
So then, by this term and Epithet, the folly and indiscretion of the prodigal seems to be Set forth, which if it be (as I suppose it is) then this will be the point.
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Euery sinner is a younger brother, foolish and indiscreet. Every sinner is a younger brother, foolish and indiscreet.
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Sinners are childish and foolish, they want wisedome and discretion, whatsoeuer reckoning the world makes of them, Sinners Are childish and foolish, they want Wisdom and discretion, whatsoever reckoning the world makes of them,
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or they make of themselues, yet indeede they are no other.
or they make of themselves, yet indeed they Are no other.
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The holy Ghost in Scripture doth euery where befoole them, My people is foolish, they haue not knowne mee:
The holy Ghost in Scripture does every where befool them, My people is foolish, they have not known me:
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they are sottish children they haue no vnderstanding: they Are sottish children they have no understanding:
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Yea, but it seemes the Prophet in that place hath to deale with idiots and naturals:
Yea, but it seems the Prophet in that place hath to deal with Idiots and naturals:
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and against such to direct his speech; nay:
and against such to Direct his speech; nay:
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for marke what he saith further, They are wise to doe euill, but to doe well they haue no knowledge.
for mark what he Says further, They Are wise to do evil, but to do well they have no knowledge.
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So in another place, Surely these are poore, they are foolish. And in another place, The foolish shall not stand in thy sight.
So in Another place, Surely these Are poor, they Are foolish. And in Another place, The foolish shall not stand in thy sighed.
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And in another place, Doe yee so requite the Lord, oh foolish people and vnwise!
And in Another place, Do ye so requite the Lord, o foolish people and unwise!
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And againe, They are a nation voide of councell, neither is there any vnderstanding in them. O that they were wise.
And again, They Are a Nation void of council, neither is there any understanding in them. O that they were wise.
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Salomon affirmes this in his Prouerbes, almost, alwaies, styling the wicked man the foole. And Christ Iesus (a greater then Salomon ) doth plentifully confirme it in his Gospell, comparing them to foolish Virgins, to foolish builders, and the like. Solomon affirms this in his Proverbs, almost, always, styling the wicked man the fool. And christ Iesus (a greater then Solomon) does plentifully confirm it in his Gospel, comparing them to foolish Virgins, to foolish Builders, and the like.
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If you would know the reason, this is it:
If you would know the reason, this is it:
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they are strangers to the feare of God, that is not before their eyes. Now the feare of God is the beginning of wisedome, Initium sapientiae; the very beginning of it,
they Are Strangers to the Fear of God, that is not before their eyes. Now the Fear of God is the beginning of Wisdom, Initium sapientiae; the very beginning of it,
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as if it were the A. B. C. to it, how then can they be wise when that is wanting?
as if it were the A. B. C. to it, how then can they be wise when that is wanting?
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But Christ himselfe saith, that the Children of this world are wise, yea, wiser then the children of light. But christ himself Says, that the Children of this world Are wise, yea, Wiser then the children of Light.
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How then can this be true?
How then can this be true?
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Most true it is, they are wise, and indeede wiser then the children of God, according to Christs speech: Most true it is, they Are wise, and indeed Wiser then the children of God, according to Christ speech:
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but yet marke the restraint, he accounts them not wiser absolutely, but onely secundum quid, they bee wiser in their generation, that is, in the things of this world;
but yet mark the restraint, he accounts them not Wiser absolutely, but only secundum quid, they be Wiser in their generation, that is, in the things of this world;
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wiser in their generation then the children of ligh• in theirs, for by reason of corruption that cleaueth so fast to;
Wiser in their generation then the children of ligh• in theirs, for by reason of corruption that cleaveth so fast to;
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and of sinne that hangeth so fast on; we reach not to that measure of wisedome which wee ought to doe.
and of sin that hangs so fast on; we reach not to that measure of Wisdom which we ought to do.
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This therefore maketh nothing against our former point:
This Therefore makes nothing against our former point:
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we may then hold it as a sound Maxime in Diuintie, that sinners are fooles. The vses may be these.
we may then hold it as a found Maxim in Divinity, that Sinners Are Fools. The uses may be these.
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First, to reprooue such as iudge contrary iudgement and gaine-say, and contradict the testimonie of Gods own mouth;
First, to reprove such as judge contrary judgement and gainsay, and contradict the testimony of God's own Mouth;
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if men are deepe Politicians, haue profound reaches, and haue a deepe insight into the world,
if men Are deep Politicians, have profound reaches, and have a deep insight into the world,
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though they be prophane swearers, drunkards, Sabboth-breakers, or the like, yet these are the onely wise men counted.
though they be profane swearers, drunkards, Sabbath breakers, or the like, yet these Are the only wise men counted.
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But were this so, then would Pharaoh haue had been wise, and Achitophel that grand Politician, and so Gebezi, and Achan, and Hammon; yet who plaied the foole more egregiously then these? haue they not their folly written in their foreheads,
But were this so, then would Pharaoh have had been wise, and Ahithophel that grand Politician, and so Gebezi, and achan, and Hammon; yet who played the fool more egregiously then these? have they not their folly written in their foreheads,
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so that who so runnes may reade it? haue they not a Nouerint vniuersi set ouer their heads, that all may know them for fooles to the worlds end? I confesse this Affection in worldly mens iudgements is a strange paradoxe,
so that who so runs may read it? have they not a Nouerint vniuersi Set over their Heads, that all may know them for Fools to the world's end? I confess this Affection in worldly men's Judgments is a strange paradox,
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and it is no woonder, for the naturall man perceiueth not the things that are of God,
and it is no wonder, for the natural man perceives not the things that Are of God,
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neither can he perceiue them because they are spiritually discerned. neither can he perceive them Because they Are spiritually discerned.
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Yet that their mouths may be stopped, and (if it be possible) that they may in some measure discerne it, let vs consider some of the properties of fooles,
Yet that their mouths may be stopped, and (if it be possible) that they may in Some measure discern it, let us Consider Some of the properties of Fools,
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and then see whether they are not naturall to euery wicked man.
and then see whither they Are not natural to every wicked man.
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One propertie of a foole is this, he is ignorant and indocible, he knoweth not the end why God made him,
One property of a fool is this, he is ignorant and indocible, he Knoweth not the end why God made him,
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nor yet whether there be a God, or what this God is; and which is worst, hee will not know;
nor yet whither there be a God, or what this God is; and which is worst, he will not know;
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hee is indocible, and will not be taught.
he is indocible, and will not be taught.
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And doth not this fitly agree vnto the wicked? are not they as ignorant, can they tell why the Lord made them,
And does not this fitly agree unto the wicked? Are not they as ignorant, can they tell why the Lord made them,
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or about what businesse they came into this world? doe they not drudge and droile, moile and toyle,
or about what business they Come into this world? do they not drudge and droil, moil and toil,
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and spend their whole time for the getting of a little vanitie? doe not their liues say (though their tongues are silent) that their chiefest errand hither was to get riches, to procure honour, to follow pleasures, to hunt after fashions,
and spend their Whole time for the getting of a little vanity? do not their lives say (though their tongues Are silent) that their chiefest errand hither was to get riches, to procure honour, to follow pleasures, to hunt After fashions,
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and to fill themselues with a few vanishing contentments of this present life;
and to fill themselves with a few vanishing contentment's of this present life;
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and can they tell whether there be a God, or what this God is, or how he will be worshipped and serued:
and can they tell whither there be a God, or what this God is, or how he will be worshipped and served:
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alas they cannot, and which is worst of all, they will not learne, they are ignorant,
alas they cannot, and which is worst of all, they will not Learn, they Are ignorant,
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& will be ignorant, they are carelesly sottish of those things they daily heare and see;
& will be ignorant, they Are carelessly sottish of those things they daily hear and see;
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like that foole Amphistides, who would neuer learne to tell aboue fiue, or to know whether his Father or Mother brought him forth. like that fool Amphistides, who would never Learn to tell above fiue, or to know whither his Father or Mother brought him forth.
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Secondly, Fooles and idiots are selfe-conceited, no perswasion can alter or change their mindes, their own waies they like best,
Secondly, Fools and Idiots Are selfe-conceited, no persuasion can altar or change their minds, their own ways they like best,
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and their owne courses they thinke safest.
and their own courses they think Safest.
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Thus is it with the wicked, their owne waies they will follow, their owne courses they will take,
Thus is it with the wicked, their own ways they will follow, their own courses they will take,
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though destruction be the end, no perswasion that can be vsed, no argument that can be brought, can recall or reclaime them.
though destruction be the end, no persuasion that can be used, no argument that can be brought, can Recall or reclaim them.
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Like that Noblemans foole, who being sent for wood, would alwaies draw out from vnderneath the pyle, thinking it the best way to doe the hardest worke first,
Like that Nobleman's fool, who being sent for wood, would always draw out from underneath the pile, thinking it the best Way to do the Hardest work First,
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and the easiest afterwards, when indeed hee spent more time in pulling out a sticke,
and the Easiest afterwards, when indeed he spent more time in pulling out a stick,
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then bee should haue done in carrying in an armefull, if hee had taken off the vppermost which had beene most readie;
then bee should have done in carrying in an armefull, if he had taken off the uppermost which had been most ready;
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yet by no meanes could he be diswaded from this course till the pyle fell vpon his head, and slew him.
yet by no means could he be dissuaded from this course till the pile fell upon his head, and slew him.
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Thus obstinate are the wicked in their euill waies, they driue in sinne as if they were mad, (as it was said of Iehu in another case) and will not be reclaimed till death and damnation seaze vpon them.
Thus obstinate Are the wicked in their evil ways, they driven in sin as if they were mad, (as it was said of Iehu in Another case) and will not be reclaimed till death and damnation seize upon them.
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Thirdly, Fooles preferre trifles before treasure, a Counter before a Pearle, they will not leaue their bable for a wedge of gold. Thirdly, Fools prefer trifles before treasure, a Counter before a Pearl, they will not leave their babble for a wedge of gold.
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This also fitly agreeth vnto the wicked, who with the Gaderens esteeme their Hogs more then Christ, the things of this life before those so farre surmounting ioyes of a better.
This also fitly agreeth unto the wicked, who with the Gardens esteem their Hogs more then christ, the things of this life before those so Far surmounting Joys of a better.
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Such a prophane foole was Esau, who preferd a messe of a pottage before his birth-right;
Such a profane fool was Esau, who preferred a mess of a pottage before his birthright;
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a large broode of prophane ones hee hath left behinde him (though he himselfe be dead and gone) who will not sticke to part with Heauen for a little pelfe,
a large brood of profane ones he hath left behind him (though he himself be dead and gone) who will not stick to part with Heaven for a little pelf,
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for a messe of meate they will bee content to loose, their soules, their Heauen, their God.
for a mess of meat they will be content to lose, their Souls, their Heaven, their God.
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Fourthly, Idiots and fooles are all for the present, hauing little or no care for hereafter, preferring a penny in hand before a pound in reuersion.
Fourthly, Idiots and Fools Are all for the present, having little or no care for hereafter, preferring a penny in hand before a pound in reversion.
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And doe not the wicked thus? all they desire is but for this present life,
And do not the wicked thus? all they desire is but for this present life,
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as for the day of death, and day of iudgement, they think not of:
as for the day of death, and day of judgement, they think not of:
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their Quaeres are, What shall I eate, or what shall I drinke, or what shall I put on.
their Quaeres Are, What shall I eat, or what shall I drink, or what shall I put on.
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But as for Heauen, and eternall saluation, they neuer open their lips to make any enquirie.
But as for Heaven, and Eternal salvation, they never open their lips to make any enquiry.
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Fiftly, Fooles are very desperate, they are still a medling with edge tooles, and playing with kniues and fire-brands,
Fifty, Fools Are very desperate, they Are still a meddling with edge tools, and playing with knives and firebrands,
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and neuer rest vntill they haue mischieft themselues. Euen thus doe the wicked, they play with sinne and sport with their damnation;
and never rest until they have mischieft themselves. Eve thus do the wicked, they play with sin and sport with their damnation;
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It is a pastime to a foole to doe mischife, (saith Salomon. ) Sinne is as it were his bable wherewith he makes himselfe sport, hee makes a mocke at it; It is a pastime to a fool to do mischief, (Says Solomon.) Sin is as it were his babble wherewith he makes himself sport, he makes a mock At it;
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drunkennesse, whoredome, theft, murder, and the like, make him merry at the heart;
Drunkenness, whoredom, theft, murder, and the like, make him merry At the heart;
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but know thou foole, in the end these will sting like a Serpent, and bite like a Cockatrice, they owe thee a shame,
but know thou fool, in the end these will sting like a Serpent, and bite like a Cockatrice, they owe thee a shame,
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and assure thy selfe they will pay thee.
and assure thy self they will pay thee.
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Sixtly, Fooles are very mischieuous and harmefull, and so are wicked ones, their sleepe departs from them, except they cause some to fall.
Sixty, Fools Are very mischievous and harmful, and so Are wicked ones, their sleep departs from them, except they cause Some to fallen.
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See how the Apostle sets them forth in the third to the Romanes, at the 13. verse, Their throat (saith hee) is an open sepulchre, with their tongues they haue vsed deceit, the poyson of aspes is vnder their lips.
See how the Apostle sets them forth in the third to the Romans, At the 13. verse, Their throat (Says he) is an open Sepulchre, with their tongues they have used deceit, the poison of asps is under their lips.
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Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitternesse. Their feet are swift to shed bloud. Destruction and misery are in all their wayes:
Whose Mouth is full of cursing and bitterness. Their feet Are swift to shed blood. Destruction and misery Are in all their ways:
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and the way of peace they haue not knowne. What foole is or can bee more mischeiuous then a wicked man is.and the Way of peace they have not known. What fool is or can be more mischievous then a wicked man is.
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Thus you see how fitly these properties of folly agree to all wicked ones:
Thus you see how fitly these properties of folly agree to all wicked ones:
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and now what thinke you? shall these be wise in thy esteeme? canst thou iudge these to be discreete, that behaue themselues as wee haue seene? it cannot bee, no not possible:
and now what think you? shall these be wise in thy esteem? Canst thou judge these to be discreet, that behave themselves as we have seen? it cannot be, no not possible:
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thou must needs set to thy seale, and say that they are fooles.
thou must needs Set to thy seal, and say that they Are Fools.
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True it is they are not naturall fooles, wanting naturall wit (for then they were the lesse to be pittied) but they are artificiall fooles, fooles of the deuils making,
True it is they Are not natural Fools, wanting natural wit (for then they were the less to be pitied) but they Are artificial Fools, Fools of the Devils making,
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and therefore the more to be detested. But carnall men in this life cannot see this, and therefore will not say this;
and Therefore the more to be detested. But carnal men in this life cannot see this, and Therefore will not say this;
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but one day (to wit, at the last day) they shall acknowledge it. Secondly, This may serue for a terrour to the wicked;
but one day (to wit, At the last day) they shall acknowledge it. Secondly, This may serve for a terror to the wicked;
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for it is so indeed, that they are fooles, let them esteeme themselues to be neuer so wise? then assuredly their best workes are but folly in Gods esteeme, their hearing, reading, praying, preaching, what are these but the sacrifice of fooles,
for it is so indeed, that they Are Fools, let them esteem themselves to be never so wise? then assuredly their best works Are but folly in God's esteem, their hearing, reading, praying, preaching, what Are these but the sacrifice of Fools,
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and so doth Salomon terme them? What a miserable thing is this that a man should liue 20. 30. 40. 50. or it may be more (according to the terme of time, he liues in his natural estate) and offer vp in al that space no other sacrifice then a fooles sacrifice vnto the Lord? Oh wofull! Oh lamentable!
and so does Solomon term them? What a miserable thing is this that a man should live 20. 30. 40. 50. or it may be more (according to the term of time, he lives in his natural estate) and offer up in all that Molle no other sacrifice then a Fools sacrifice unto the Lord? O woeful! O lamentable!
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can God be pleased with this? shall God accept of this? No, hee cannot,
can God be pleased with this? shall God accept of this? No, he cannot,
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nor hee will not consider of it, therefore. (Oh man) spend one houre in serious consideration;
nor he will not Consider of it, Therefore. (O man) spend one hour in serious consideration;
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the time will not bee lost but redeemed.
the time will not be lost but redeemed.
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And further consider, if hee be in danger of hell fire, that saith, thou foole, as Christ Iesus that faithful and true witnesse doth affirme. And further Consider, if he be in danger of hell fire, that Says, thou fool, as christ Iesus that faithful and true witness does affirm.
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Then how much more likely is he to go to hell, that is a foole indeed? Is the very calling of one foole, (who is not) so great a sinne,
Then how much more likely is he to go to hell, that is a fool indeed? Is the very calling of one fool, (who is not) so great a sin,
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as that the slanderer is in danger of hell torments? Then how much more greater torment doth abide him? that makes himselfe a very foole by committing of sin, which is termed folly in Scripture language.
as that the slanderer is in danger of hell torments? Then how much more greater torment does abide him? that makes himself a very fool by committing of since, which is termed folly in Scripture language.
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A third vse, is for exhortation;
A third use, is for exhortation;
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let all sinners breake from the bands of their owne folly, and seeke after the true wisedome;
let all Sinners break from the bans of their own folly, and seek After the true Wisdom;
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euery one would bee counted wise, and desires so to bee esteemed? But why then doe you delight in folly,
every one would be counted wise, and Desires so to be esteemed? But why then do you delight in folly,
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why doe you take pleasure in sinne? Oh then breake off thy sinnes by repentance, and entertaine the true feare of God into thy heart and soule,
why do you take pleasure in sin? O then break off thy Sins by Repentance, and entertain the true Fear of God into thy heart and soul,
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so shalt thou be aged whilest thou art but young, and bee an Elder, when thou art a childe;
so shalt thou be aged whilst thou art but young, and be an Elder, when thou art a child;
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but if thou continuest to goe on in sinne, thou shalt be still a childe, though thy head bee hoary,
but if thou Continuest to go on in sin, thou shalt be still a child, though thy head be hoary,
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and though thou liuest the yeares of Methuselah, thou shalt neuer attaine to yeares of discretion.
and though thou Livest the Years of Methuselah, thou shalt never attain to Years of discretion.
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The fourth vse is for Admonition: Are the wicked fooles? then beware of their company and councels,
The fourth use is for Admonition: are the wicked Fools? then beware of their company and Counsels,
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and passe not for their iudgements.
and pass not for their Judgments.
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For what wisedome is it for a man to make a child or idiot his guide or councellor? what wisedome is it to follow a wicked mans aduice? beware of it, and euermore suspect it:
For what Wisdom is it for a man to make a child or idiot his guide or councillor? what Wisdom is it to follow a wicked men Advice? beware of it, and evermore suspect it:
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and as their councels so their companies, let them be auoided, it is not safe to be sotiable with them.
and as their Counsels so their companies, let them be avoided, it is not safe to be sotiable with them.
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For howsoeuer ideotisme and want of capacity is not contagious, yet this kind of wicked folly is very dangerous, and full of infection.
For howsoever idiotism and want of capacity is not contagious, yet this kind of wicked folly is very dangerous, and full of infection.
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Hoc that walketh with the wise shall bee wiser (saith Salomon) but a companion of fooles shal be made worse. Hoc that walks with the wise shall be Wiser (Says Solomon) but a Companion of Fools shall be made Worse.
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And as for their iudgements we neede not passe: alas they are without wit, let them mocke on, bee not thou discouraged;
And as for their Judgments we need not pass: alas they Are without wit, let them mock on, be not thou discouraged;
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should one of the Kings Guarde cast off his liuery because a foole laughs at it, hee might iustly be thought to be a worse foole then the other, a yellow coate would better become him then his red.
should one of the Kings Guard cast off his livery Because a fool laughs At it, he might justly be Thought to be a Worse fool then the other, a yellow coat would better become him then his read.
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Doe not thou then cast off thy liuery, forsake not thy profession because the fooles of the world deride thee, they are fooles and so esteeme them.
Do not thou then cast off thy livery, forsake not thy profession Because the Fools of the world deride thee, they Are Fools and so esteem them.
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Father. ] He calls him Father, yet giues him not a son-like respect; his carriage doth not shew what his tongue professeth.Father. ] He calls him Father, yet gives him not a sonlike respect; his carriage does not show what his tongue Professes.
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A man may professe God to bee his Father, yet for all that be a disobedient Childe.
A man may profess God to be his Father, yet for all that be a disobedient Child.
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All are not obedient that call God Father, some prooue but disobedient Sonnes.
All Are not obedient that call God Father, Some prove but disobedient Sons.
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A Sonne honoureth his Father, (saith the Lord to the rebellious Israelites) & a seruant his Master; A Son Honoureth his Father, (Says the Lord to the rebellious Israelites) & a servant his Master;
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if I be a Father, where is my honour; and if I be a Master where is my feare. if I be a Father, where is my honour; and if I be a Master where is my Fear.
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Trust not then in lying words, which will not profit, it is not the bare naming of Father, that can proue thee a dutifull childe, proue what thou sayest by thy dutifull carriage: a sonne honoureth his Father. Trust not then in lying words, which will not profit, it is not the bore naming of Father, that can prove thee a dutiful child, prove what thou Sayest by thy dutiful carriage: a son Honoureth his Father.
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Is God thy father, then see thou honour him;
Is God thy father, then see thou honour him;
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hee that gaue that law for honouring of your parent, doth looke to be honoured of all his children:
he that gave that law for honouring of your parent, does look to be honoured of all his children:
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good words cost nothing, who cannot giue them? Iudas himselfe can say, Hayle Master. Words are but Court-holy-water, they will pay no debts: good words cost nothing, who cannot give them? Iudas himself can say, Hail Master. Words Are but Holy water, they will pay no debts:
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call not God then onely Father (as many doe) but giue him all dutifull and sonne-like respect (as few doe.
call not God then only Father (as many do) but give him all dutiful and sonlike respect (as few doe.
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) Words are but vocall Interpreters of the minde; actions reall; what a man doth we may be sure he thinkes, not euermore what he saith; ) Words Are but vocal Interpreters of the mind; actions real; what a man does we may be sure he thinks, not evermore what he Says;
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see then that thou carry towardes him the affection of a childe, loue him, reuerence him, feare him, obey him:
see then that thou carry towards him the affection of a child, love him, Reverence him, Fear him, obey him:
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otherwise so often as thou openest thy mouth, to call him Father, so often out of thy owne mouth shall the Lord condemne thee.
otherwise so often as thou openest thy Mouth, to call him Father, so often out of thy own Mouth shall the Lord condemn thee.
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I shut vp this in a word, with the saying of the Apostle. I shut up this in a word, with the saying of the Apostle.
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If you call him Father, who without respect of persons, iudgeth according to euery mans worke; If you call him Father, who without respect of Persons, Judgeth according to every men work;
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passe the time of your dwelling here in feare. pass the time of your Dwelling Here in Fear.
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Giue mee the portion of goods ] A very impudent and sawcie suit, so imperiously to claime it,Give me the portion of goods ] A very impudent and saucy suit, so imperiously to claim it,
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and that as debt due vnto him, was it not safe in his Fathers hands? Or he well vnder his Fathers gouernment? that now hee must haue it in all hast,
and that as debt due unto him, was it not safe in his Father's hands? Or he well under his Father's government? that now he must have it in all haste,
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and be at his owne dispose:
and be At his own dispose:
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surely, this Father might haue pleaded iudicially with his sonne, as sometimes God did with his people of Israell: Oh my people, what haue I done vnto thee,
surely, this Father might have pleaded judicially with his son, as sometime God did with his people of Israel: O my people, what have I done unto thee,
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or wherein haue I grieued thee, testifie against mee. or wherein have I grieved thee, testify against me.
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Could he alledge against him his vnnaturall clemencie, or vnkinde intreatie, or want of things necessarie? Could he plead for his departure, as Iacob for his,
Could he allege against him his unnatural clemency, or unkind intreaty, or want of things necessary? Could he plead for his departure, as Iacob for his,
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when he went from his vnkle Laban, his countenance is not towards mee as formerly it hath beene. Surely he could not.
when he went from his uncle Laban, his countenance is not towards me as formerly it hath been. Surely he could not.
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Let God be true and euery man a lyer, that he may be iustified in his sayings, Let God be true and every man a liar, that he may be justified in his sayings,
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and cleare when he doth iudge. and clear when he does judge.
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But now to some instructions, and first we infer, that nothing is more grieuous to the wicked,
But now to Some instructions, and First we infer, that nothing is more grievous to the wicked,
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then to be vnder Gods gouernment, and in subiection to his lawes. then to be under God's government, and in subjection to his laws.
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Come (say the wicked) let vs breake these bands and cast away these cords from vs. They counted themselues to be in bondage,
Come (say the wicked) let us break these bans and cast away these cords from us They counted themselves to be in bondage,
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while they were in subiection to Gods most holy lawes, and therefore they call vpon one another to cast off the yoke.
while they were in subjection to God's most holy laws, and Therefore they call upon one Another to cast off the yoke.
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So Psal. 12. Who is Lord ouer vs, our tongues are our owne, Who shall controule vs? It is lawlesse libertie they affect.
So Psalm 12. Who is Lord over us, our tongues Are our own, Who shall control us? It is lawless liberty they affect.
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They will haue no hand ouer them to keepe them in, or restraine them.
They will have no hand over them to keep them in, or restrain them.
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There are many places which I could heape vp, to confirme this point, but I will be sparing.
There Are many places which I could heap up, to confirm this point, but I will be sparing.
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Now, some may demaund the reason. What are not his lawes iust and equall? Surely yes.
Now, Some may demand the reason. What Are not his laws just and equal? Surely yes.
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For what nation is so great, that hath ordinances and lawes so righteous? What then. For what Nation is so great, that hath ordinances and laws so righteous? What then.
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Are they not hard and difficult to be kept. No neither; for my yoke is easie, and my burthen is light.
are they not hard and difficult to be kept. No neither; for my yoke is easy, and my burden is Light.
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What then should be the reason, it may be, there is small profit in keeping of them. What then should be the reason, it may be, there is small profit in keeping of them.
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Yes, that there is, for in keeping of them there is great reward: But if you would know the reasons, then these they are.
Yes, that there is, for in keeping of them there is great reward: But if you would know the Reasons, then these they Are.
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First, they are contrary to their natures, and therfore they cannot away with them, the wisedome of the flesh is enmitie against God;
First, they Are contrary to their nature's, and Therefore they cannot away with them, the Wisdom of the Flesh is enmity against God;
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for it is not subiect to the law of God, neither in deed can be. for it is not Subject to the law of God, neither in deed can be.
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Secondly, they are as a light that discouereth their faults, and as a straight rule that manifesteth their wickednesse;
Secondly, they Are as a Light that Discovereth their Faults, and as a straight Rule that manifesteth their wickedness;
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now a crooked life, like crooked legs, desires to be hid, thus they hate them, because their deeds are euill.
now a crooked life, like crooked legs, Desires to be hid, thus they hate them, Because their Deeds Are evil.
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Thirdly, Gods lawes doth crosse them in their sinnes, which they cannot endure, they would goe to hell with out any disquiet or disturbance;
Thirdly, God's laws does cross them in their Sins, which they cannot endure, they would go to hell with out any disquiet or disturbance;
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hence is it also, that Gods lawes to them are as Eliah to Ahab, alwaies troublesome, let them heare them or read them, they neuer prophecie good vnto them,
hence is it also, that God's laws to them Are as Elijah to Ahab, always troublesome, let them hear them or read them, they never prophecy good unto them,
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how then can they loue them? these are the reasons. Now for the vses.
how then can they love them? these Are the Reasons. Now for the uses.
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And first behold a difference (whereby you may try your selues) betweene the wicked,
And First behold a difference (whereby you may try your selves) between the wicked,
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and the godly, the one desires to drawe in Gods yoke, and the other desires nothing more then to cast it off.
and the godly, the one Desires to draw in God's yoke, and the other Desires nothing more then to cast it off.
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As the one counteth it a bondage to be restrained, so the other, counteth it a miserie, not that the flesh is bridled,
As the one counteth it a bondage to be restrained, so the other, counteth it a misery, not that the Flesh is bridled,
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but that it hath so much libertie, to rebell against the law of the minde: examine then how thy heart is affected:
but that it hath so much liberty, to rebel against the law of the mind: examine then how thy heart is affected:
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dost thou find this inward discontentment in obeying? Are Gods lawes as bands and cords in thy esteeme? And as a stomackfull Horse, dost thou foame at the bit, which is put into thy mouth? An euident signe of a rebellious heart; dost thou find this inward discontentment in obeying? are God's laws as bans and cords in thy esteem? And as a stomachful Horse, dost thou foam At the bit, which is put into thy Mouth? an evident Signen of a rebellious heart;
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but on the other side, art thou content to submit thy necke to Gods yoke? Art thou desirous, that thy nature would be more conformable to Gods law? Art thou content to be restrained,
but on the other side, art thou content to submit thy neck to God's yoke? Art thou desirous, that thy nature would be more conformable to God's law? Art thou content to be restrained,
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and if it were possible to haue the wicked inclinations of thy heart vtterly abolished? Surely,
and if it were possible to have the wicked inclinations of thy heart utterly abolished? Surely,
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then thou needest not to want comfort, thy estate will afford it: Goe on therefore, and the Lord be with thee. But in the second place.
then thou Needest not to want Comfort, thy estate will afford it: Go on Therefore, and the Lord be with thee. But in the second place.
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This serueth for the discouerie of many to be sonnes of Beliall; lawlesse, lewd, and dissolute persons, to whom nothing is more grieuous, then Gods gouernment;
This serveth for the discovery of many to be Sons of Belial; lawless, lewd, and dissolute Persons, to whom nothing is more grievous, then God's government;
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and nothing more distastfull then the commaundement of the Lord!
and nothing more distasteful then the Commandment of the Lord!
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Gods word is like hard meate, lying heauie vpon the stomacke, that cannot easily be digested.
God's word is like hard meat, lying heavy upon the stomach, that cannot Easily be digested.
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Those precepts giuen, for the ordering of our wayes; sweare not at all: sanctifie my Sabboth:
Those Precepts given, for the ordering of our ways; swear not At all: sanctify my Sabbath:
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they are hard sayings, who can endure them? Nay, they could wish, they were razed out of the booke, they Are hard sayings, who can endure them? Nay, they could wish, they were razed out of the book,
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and there were no such iniunctions: debar them from swearing, you were as good sow vp their lips;
and there were no such injunctions: debar them from swearing, you were as good sow up their lips;
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keepe them from their sports on the Sabboth day, why then take away their liues; nay, they cannot, nor will not bee so straight laced. Their sports they must follow;
keep them from their sports on the Sabbath day, why then take away their lives; nay, they cannot, nor will not be so straight laced. Their sports they must follow;
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their pleasures they must take, and no day fitter then that.
their pleasures they must take, and no day fitter then that.
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Thus Sampson like, they breake Gods lawes, like twind threds, and say, depart from vs, we will none of thy wayes:
Thus Sampson like, they break God's laws, like twinned threads, and say, depart from us, we will none of thy ways:
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oh but these speeches are blasphemous, they come not out of our mouths, such speeches as these we abhor and detest. o but these Speeches Are blasphemous, they come not out of our mouths, such Speeches as these we abhor and detest.
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Answ. Yet, your workes speake as much, though your tongues are silent. Answer Yet, your works speak as much, though your tongues Are silent.
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Sinnes whereof you are guiltie, and of which you haue beene often conuinced, are not yet left, nor forsaken, but held;
Sins whereof you Are guilty, and of which you have been often convinced, Are not yet left, nor forsaken, but held;
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and your tongues like so many peices of sugar, though your sinfull wayes are condemned, yet you obstinately persist in them;
and your tongues like so many Pieces of sugar, though your sinful ways Are condemned, yet you obstinately persist in them;
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and what is this, but with those seruants to send word after the King, they will not haue him to raigne ouer them.
and what is this, but with those Servants to send word After the King, they will not have him to Reign over them.
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Is not this to renounce the Lords gouernment? To cast away his yoke, and breake his bands? See what hee himselfe doth testifie of such courses. Psal. 81.11. My people would not hearken to my voice, and Israell would none of me: Is not this to renounce the lords government? To cast away his yoke, and break his bans? See what he himself does testify of such courses. Psalm 81.11. My people would not harken to my voice, and Israel would none of me:
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in not hearkening to his word, they refuse and reiect the Lord himselfe:
in not Harkening to his word, they refuse and reject the Lord himself:
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let all such then know, that, (pretend what they will) they are but lawlesse persons, children of Beliall, who desire nothing more then to be from vnder Gods gouernment,
let all such then know, that, (pretend what they will) they Are but lawless Persons, children of Belial, who desire nothing more then to be from under God's government,
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and to cast his yoke from off their neckes. In the third place.
and to cast his yoke from off their necks. In the third place.
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Let it teach vs to submit our selues to be gouerned by the Lord, and not seeke to be at our owne dispose:
Let it teach us to submit our selves to be governed by the Lord, and not seek to be At our own dispose:
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there are none would be counted for children of Beliall, wicked, lawlesse, and dissolute persons. Oh then beware of wilfull breach of Gods lawes:
there Are none would be counted for children of Belial, wicked, lawless, and dissolute Persons. O then beware of wilful breach of God's laws:
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for by them he gouernes and rules his people; in casting them behind our backes, what doe we else but cast off GOD himselfe, for by them he governs and rules his people; in casting them behind our backs, what do we Else but cast off GOD himself,
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as Samuell telleth Saul. Rebellion (sayth hee) is as the sinne of witchcraft, and stubbornnesse is as iniquitie, and idolatrie:
as Samuel Telleth Saul. Rebellion (say he) is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity, and idolatry:
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because thou hast reiected the word of the Lord, he hath also reiected thee from being King: Because thou hast rejected the word of the Lord, he hath also rejected thee from being King:
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thinke well of the speech, and make good vse of it.
think well of the speech, and make good use of it.
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Giue me the portion, &c. ] Here see how boldly he calleth for it, and that not as a gift, Give me the portion, etc. ] Here see how boldly he calls for it, and that not as a gift,
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but as a debt, giue me that which belongs vnto me. This teacheth vs thus much:
but as a debt, give me that which belongs unto me. This Teaches us thus much:
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That Gods blessings are counted but as due debts, by naturall, sinfull, and vnregenerated men. They lay claime to them as to a debt owing. That God's blessings Are counted but as due debts, by natural, sinful, and unregenerated men. They lay claim to them as to a debt owing.
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Thus was it with those dissembling Israelites. Esay. 58.3. So with those Mat. 7.22. And me thinkes the Apostle doth intimate so much. Rom. 10.3. And surely, it is no wonder:
Thus was it with those dissembling Israelites. Isaiah. 58.3. So with those Mathew 7.22. And me thinks the Apostle does intimate so much. Rom. 10.3. And surely, it is no wonder:
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for ignorance breeds pride & contempt;
for ignorance breeds pride & contempt;
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now this is the issue of pride, not to thinke it selfe to be beholding to God, for any thing receiued.
now this is the issue of pride, not to think it self to be beholding to God, for any thing received.
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This then first may serue for information of our iudgements, concerning the doctrine of merit; a doctrine taught in the Schoole of nature.
This then First may serve for information of our Judgments, Concerning the Doctrine of merit; a Doctrine taught in the School of nature.
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And therefore no wonder it is so soone learned;
And Therefore no wonder it is so soon learned;
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hence it is, that Romes religion seemeth to be so sweete, and so many drinke of the cup of her fornications:
hence it is, that Romes Religion seems to be so sweet, and so many drink of the cup of her fornications:
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while doctrine of merits is agreeable to the flesh, no wonder so many runne mad with conceit, what vnregenerated man cannot make an excellent Papist, with a little helpe.
while Doctrine of merits is agreeable to the Flesh, no wonder so many run mad with conceit, what unregenerated man cannot make an excellent Papist, with a little help.
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Surely, there is no man in his meere naturals, but is a fit peice of timber for the Popes building:
Surely, there is no man in his mere naturals, but is a fit piece of timber for the Popes building:
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this doctrine being so pleasing to the flesh, we may well feare it is cursed of the Lord. In the next place. this Doctrine being so pleasing to the Flesh, we may well Fear it is cursed of the Lord. In the next place.
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It serueth to reproue such as iumpe with the Prodigall, in this his practise, challenging God as a debter vnto them.
It serveth to reprove such as jump with the Prodigal, in this his practice, challenging God as a debtor unto them.
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And of this sort are 1. Papists. 2. ignorant Protestants.
And of this sort Are 1. Papists. 2. ignorant Protestants.
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For the Papist, according to their doctrine is their practise, challenging God as a debter, claiming heauen as a penniworth for a penny:
For the Papist, according to their Doctrine is their practice, challenging God as a debtor, claiming heaven as a pennyworth for a penny:
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their doctrine and practise is well knowne to all the world, and therfore I will be sparing:
their Doctrine and practice is well known to all the world, and Therefore I will be sparing:
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so much hauing bin both said & written by so many learned men against it, onely this I will tell you, there is none of them but vpon their death beds call for mercy,
so much having been both said & written by so many learned men against it, only this I will tell you, there is none of them but upon their death Beds call for mercy,
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though in their life they plead their merit.
though in their life they plead their merit.
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Faine would I see any of the learned of them, when they are a going the way of all flesh,
Faine would I see any of the learned of them, when they Are a going the Way of all Flesh,
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thus to exalt and lift vp themselues, as to say, Lord I am worthy of thy mercie, I haue deserued thy kingdome, pay mee what thou owest me, I desire no hing gratis, but to haue accord•ng to my desert:
thus to exalt and lift up themselves, as to say, Lord I am worthy of thy mercy, I have deserved thy Kingdom, pay me what thou owest me, I desire no hing gratis, but to have accord•ng to my desert:
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surely howsoeuer in their doctrine they in effect teach this, yet I am perswaded at such time as the snares of death shall compasse them about, none of them will be then so presumptuous:
surely howsoever in their Doctrine they in Effect teach this, yet I am persuaded At such time as the snares of death shall compass them about, none of them will be then so presumptuous:
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but will (as many of them haue) at that time conferre our doctrine, which in their life time, they doe so much oppose.
but will (as many of them have) At that time confer our Doctrine, which in their life time, they do so much oppose.
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A second sort to be reproued, are many ignorant, and proud Protestants (and in this point very Papists) who, esteeme of,
A second sort to be reproved, Are many ignorant, and proud Protestants (and in this point very Papists) who, esteem of,
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and lay claime to Gods gifts, whether temporall or eternall, as to a debt owing to them:
and lay claim to God's Gifts, whither temporal or Eternal, as to a debt owing to them:
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alas, how common is this with the sonnes of men? As for Gods good gifts, which are of a temporall nature,
alas, how Common is this with the Sons of men? As for God's good Gifts, which Are of a temporal nature,
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how few, do otherwise esteeme of them? Health of bodie, peace and libertie, food ▪ and rayment, seasonable weather,
how few, do otherwise esteem of them? Health of body, peace and liberty, food ▪ and raiment, seasonable weather,
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how lightly are these blessings esteemed of? Surely, if God were bound vnto vs, we could not possibly bee lesse thankfull:
how lightly Are these blessings esteemed of? Surely, if God were bound unto us, we could not possibly be less thankful:
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let these things be for a time withheld, our murmuring, repining, doe euidently declare, we thinke God doth vs great iniurie, in not paying what (as wee thinke) is owing.
let these things be for a time withheld, our murmuring, repining, do evidently declare, we think God does us great injury, in not paying what (as we think) is owing.
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And as these stand thus affected concerning things temporall, so is it also with them concerning things of a better nature.
And as these stand thus affected Concerning things temporal, so is it also with them Concerning things of a better nature.
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They doubt not of their saluation, as for forgiuenes of their sinnes, and eternall life, they are out of feare:
They doubt not of their salvation, as for forgiveness of their Sins, and Eternal life, they Are out of Fear:
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but vpon what ground doe they build this their assurance? Why, they loue God aboue al, iniury no man, pay well their tithes, tend their Church,
but upon what ground do they built this their assurance? Why, they love God above all, injury no man, pay well their Tithes, tend their Church,
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and liue peaceablie with their neighbours, and speake well of all: and thus they hope to haue heauen for their wel deseruings:
and live peaceably with their neighbours, and speak well of all: and thus they hope to have heaven for their well deservings:
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but such build their hopes vpon a weake foundation;
but such built their hope's upon a weak Foundation;
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their building will at length fall vpon their heads, for should God giue to man according to his best desert, he should raigne fire and brimstome vpon his head, thi• would be the portion of their cup.
their building will At length fallen upon their Heads, for should God give to man according to his best desert, he should Reign fire and Brimstone upon his head, thi• would be the portion of their cup.
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A third vse of this doctrine, may be to admonish euery of vs, to beware of this corruption, which is by nature in the very best,
A third use of this Doctrine, may be to admonish every of us, to beware of this corruption, which is by nature in the very best,
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for weare all (in this point) borne Papists, and there is no man that hath not,
for wear all (in this point) born Papists, and there is no man that hath not,
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as one said, a Pope in his belly, a high conceit & opinion of his owne workes, (whereby we thinke we tye God vnto vs) albeit there be in vs no reall vertue, no true substance.
as one said, a Pope in his belly, a high conceit & opinion of his own works, (whereby we think we tie God unto us) albeit there be in us no real virtue, no true substance.
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We can of right challenge nothing at his hands, be our workes neuer so good nor excellent:
We can of right challenge nothing At his hands, be our works never so good nor excellent:
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before thy conuersion what canst thou deserue, when euery worke and action, are as so many sins:
before thy conversion what Canst thou deserve, when every work and actium, Are as so many Sins:
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for to the impure are all things impure; and without faith it is impossible to please him.
for to the impure Are all things impure; and without faith it is impossible to please him.
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Secondly, after thy conuersion, all thy workes are tainted with sinne, whereas if they could meri• or deserue, they must be absolutely righteous.
Secondly, After thy conversion, all thy works Are tainted with sin, whereas if they could meri• or deserve, they must be absolutely righteous.
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Challen•• then nothing for thy workes sake, thou knowest thei• 〈 ◊ 〉 perfections:
Challen•• then nothing for thy works sake, thou Knowest thei• 〈 ◊ 〉 perfections:
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or in begging any blessing, vse no othe• plea, but the freedome of his grace, let Papists lay claime to them,
or in begging any blessing, use no othe• plea, but the freedom of his grace, let Papists lay claim to them,
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as they are seruants, we will lay claime to them as wee are sonnes. As this poynt ought well to be considered of vs all:
as they Are Servants, we will lay claim to them as we Are Sons. As this point ought well to be considered of us all:
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so in a speciall manner, of such as are mourners of Sion, who are much cast downe,
so in a special manner, of such as Are mourners of Sion, who Are much cast down,
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because they cannot mourne sufficiently for their sinnes, perswading themselues, if they could so doe, that then God would bee gracious:
Because they cannot mourn sufficiently for their Sins, persuading themselves, if they could so do, that then God would be gracious:
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let such know, that this is a spice of that corruptiō which cleaueth so fast vnto vs, as flesh vnto our bones;
let such know, that this is a spice of that corruption which cleaveth so fast unto us, as Flesh unto our bones;
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for how euer we may thinke it proceedeth from humilitie, yet in deed it is otherwise:
for how ever we may think it Proceedeth from humility, yet in deed it is otherwise:
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it commeth from naturall pride, for shall God bee gracious, because of thy teares? Can this procure pardon at his hands? Learne thou, to renounce thy selfe,
it comes from natural pride, for shall God be gracious, Because of thy tears? Can this procure pardon At his hands? Learn thou, to renounce thy self,
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and thy best workes, and flie to his mercie: and because thou canst not mourne, nor grieue as thou shouldst, or wouldst;
and thy best works, and fly to his mercy: and Because thou Canst not mourn, nor grieve as thou Shouldst, or Wouldst;
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let Gods mercie be thy onely merit, and make it so.
let God's mercy be thy only merit, and make it so.
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And he diuided vnto them, &c. ] Here is the Fathers condiscending to his sonnes request: And he divided unto them, etc. ] Here is the Father's condescending to his Sons request:
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hee gaue him his portion according to his desire. He lets him haue what he sought, and suffers him to goe.
he gave him his portion according to his desire. He lets him have what he sought, and suffers him to go.
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From hence in generall, in the first place, wee may learne; God is kind and gracious, euen to the wicked and rebellious; From hence in general, in the First place, we may Learn; God is kind and gracious, even to the wicked and rebellious;
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he giues gifts vnto them, as well as to the godly. he gives Gifts unto them, as well as to the godly.
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He suffereth his raine to fall, and his Sunne to shine vpon the iust and vniust: He suffers his rain to fallen, and his Sun to shine upon the just and unjust:
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he filles their bellies with his hid treasure. Yea, so plenteously, that the Prophet Dauid complaineth of their prosperitie;he fills their bellies with his hid treasure. Yea, so plenteously, that the Prophet David Complaineth of their Prosperity;
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my feete (saith he) were almost gone, &c. because the wicked prosper in the land, hauing riches in possession, and doing what they lift. my feet (Says he) were almost gone, etc. Because the wicked prosper in the land, having riches in possession, and doing what they lift.
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The reasons of Gods liberalitie towards the wicked, may be these;
The Reasons of God's liberality towards the wicked, may be these;
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1. That his bountifulnesse might lead them to Repentance, if they belong vnto him, as the Apostle sheweth. Rom. 2.4. 2. That they might be the more inexcusable, at that great day, when they must appeare, to giue account of their wayes;
1. That his bountifulness might led them to Repentance, if they belong unto him, as the Apostle shows. Rom. 2.4. 2. That they might be the more inexcusable, At that great day, when they must appear, to give account of their ways;
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if they belong not vnto him. 3. That God might reward that little seeming good, which is in any of them:
if they belong not unto him. 3. That God might reward that little seeming good, which is in any of them:
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So Ahabs temporary humiliation obtained the remoouing of a temporall iudgement;
So Ahabs temporary humiliation obtained the removing of a temporal judgement;
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and Iehu his obedience, in destroying Ahab• house, was recompenced with Gods blessing vpon his house, to the fourth generation.
and Iehu his Obedience, in destroying Ahab• house, was recompensed with God's blessing upon his house, to the fourth generation.
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These may be some reasons amongst many, why the Lord dealeth so liberally with the wicked, in bestowing vpon them many good blessings,
These may be Some Reasons among many, why the Lord deals so liberally with the wicked, in bestowing upon them many good blessings,
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as well as vpon the godly; Now wee will come to make some vse of the poynt.
as well as upon the godly; Now we will come to make Some use of the point.
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Seing this is so that God is so good to such as are very bad, let this be for our imitation, learne to be mercifull as your Father is mercifull.
Sing this is so that God is so good to such as Are very bad, let this be for our imitation, Learn to be merciful as your Father is merciful.
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And though wee cannot equall God in mercie, (for alas all our mercy is faint and finite) yet let vs imitate his example so far as we may;
And though we cannot equal God in mercy, (for alas all our mercy is faint and finite) yet let us imitate his Exampl so Far as we may;
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and be followers of God as deare children. and be followers of God as deer children.
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True it is, a little childe cannot treade in the steps of his Father, yet he may walke in the path after his father:
True it is, a little child cannot tread in the steps of his Father, yet he may walk in the path After his father:
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So let vs follow God, though we cannot ouertake him in goodnesse. God is kinde to the good, bee thou so too;
So let us follow God, though we cannot overtake him in Goodness. God is kind to the good, be thou so too;
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God is kinde to the bad, bee thou so too; God is bountifull both to good and bad, see thou be so also.
God is kind to the bad, be thou so too; God is bountiful both to good and bad, see thou be so also.
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The second vse may be to admonish vs all not to trust in lying vanities,
The second use may be to admonish us all not to trust in lying vanities,
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or to perswade our selues of Gods special loue, because of any temporall blessing, for asmuch as these things are common both to good and bad;
or to persuade our selves of God's special love, Because of any temporal blessing, for as as these things Are Common both to good and bad;
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nay, the raine and sunne of worldly prosperity more often falleth vpon the habitation of the vniust, then of the iust;
nay, the rain and sun of worldly Prosperity more often falls upon the habitation of the unjust, then of the just;
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it is not Esaues riches, nor Iesabels birth, nor Goliahs strength, nor Achitophels wit, nor Absolons beauty,
it is not Esau riches, nor Iesabels birth, nor Goliath's strength, nor Achitophels wit, nor Absolom beauty,
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nor Sauls stature, nor Diues cloathes, nor the Fooles great Barnes that can certifie the soule, of the fauour of God;
nor Saul's stature, nor Diues clothes, nor the Fools great Barns that can certify the soul, of the favour of God;
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all these a man may haue yet be of olde ordained to condemnation.
all these a man may have yet be of old ordained to condemnation.
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In the third place, let this teach the wicked to make good vse of Gods mercy towards them.
In the third place, let this teach the wicked to make good use of God's mercy towards them.
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Now mercie is shewed, a day will come that none of these mercies shall be obtained, no not a drop of water to coole their tongs.
Now mercy is showed, a day will come that none of these Mercies shall be obtained, no not a drop of water to cool their tongue's.
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If now they set light by these fauours and blessings, take heede then of turning Gods grace into wantonnesse;
If now they Set Light by these favours and blessings, take heed then of turning God's grace into wantonness;
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let these many mercies leade thee to repentance;
let these many Mercies lead thee to Repentance;
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Ioseph made a good vse of his Masters bounty, oh that we could make the like. Ioseph made a good use of his Masters bounty, o that we could make the like.
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God hath dealt more kindly with thee in bestowing many fauours vpon thee, health, strength, wit, wealth, foode, raiment, and the like.
God hath dealt more kindly with thee in bestowing many favours upon thee, health, strength, wit, wealth, food, raiment, and the like.
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How then canst thou commit such great wickednesse and sinne against God, let his kindnesse ouercome thee,
How then Canst thou commit such great wickedness and sin against God, let his kindness overcome thee,
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and make thy heart to melt for thy former disobedience. Lastly, This may affoord comfort to the Children of God:
and make thy heart to melt for thy former disobedience. Lastly, This may afford Comfort to the Children of God:
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for is God so kinde to slaues? then surely hee will not be wanting to his sonnes,
for is God so kind to slaves? then surely he will not be wanting to his Sons,
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but whatsoeuer is good for vs shall be bestowed vpon vs: and if hee spared not his owne sonne, but deliuered him vp for vs all;
but whatsoever is good for us shall be bestowed upon us: and if he spared not his own son, but Delivered him up for us all;
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How shall he not with him also freely giue vs all things? How shall he not with him also freely give us all things?
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Now in the second place, in that the Father yeeldeth to his sonnes desire, and giueth him what hee seeketh: Hence we may note,
Now in the second place, in that the Father yields to his Sons desire, and gives him what he seeks: Hence we may note,
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God of•entimes suffereth man to take his owne course, and leaueth him to the satisfying of his owne desire, see for proofe Psalme 81.12. Rom. 1.26. pregnant places to confirme this.God of•entimes suffers man to take his own course, and Leaveth him to the satisfying of his own desire, see for proof Psalm 81.12. Rom. 1.26. pregnant places to confirm this.
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Now for the more profitable handling of this point ▪ let vs know that Gods desertion and forsaking of man, is of two sorts.
Now for the more profitable handling of this point ▪ let us know that God's desertion and forsaking of man, is of two sorts.
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It is either Eternall, or Temporary: The one in part onely, and for a time: The other wholly.
It is either Eternal, or Temporary: The one in part only, and for a time: The other wholly.
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And for the temporary desertion, which doth befall Gods dearest children, it is also of two sorts. First, desertion in sinne. Secondly, desertion in punishment.
And for the temporary desertion, which does befall God's dearest children, it is also of two sorts. First, desertion in sin. Secondly, desertion in punishment.
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Desertion in sinne is, when God withdraweth the assistance of his spirit, and leaues a man to the committing of some grieuous crime;
Desertion in sin is, when God withdraweth the assistance of his Spirit, and leaves a man to the committing of Some grievous crime;
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thus was Noah left to fall into drunkennesse, Dauid left to fall into adultery, and Peter left to the deniall of his Master.
thus was Noah left to fallen into Drunkenness, David left to fallen into adultery, and Peter left to the denial of his Master.
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Desertion in punishment is, when God delayes to remooue his hand which hee hath layd vpon his Children, or to mittigate their sorrow;Desertion in punishment is, when God delays to remove his hand which he hath laid upon his Children, or to mitigate their sorrow;
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an example of this see in Iudges 6.13.
an Exampl of this see in Judges 6.13.
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Now, these desertions are but temporary for a time, and neuer beyond the compasse of this present life, For a moment in mine anger I hid my face from thee, for a little season;
Now, these desertions Are but temporary for a time, and never beyond the compass of this present life, For a moment in mine anger I hid my face from thee, for a little season;
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but with euerlasting mercie haue I had compassion on thee, faith the Lord thy Redeemer. The reason of Gods thus leauing his children, may be diuers.but with everlasting mercy have I had compassion on thee, faith the Lord thy Redeemer. The reason of God's thus leaving his children, may be diverse.
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First, that by the experience of the bitter fruit of sinne, they may grow out of loue with the same,
First, that by the experience of the bitter fruit of sin, they may grow out of love with the same,
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and so be brought to repentance.
and so be brought to Repentance.
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Secondly, That, that hidden and spirituall pride, which the best of Gods Children are possessed with, may bee mortified and subdued,
Secondly, That, that hidden and spiritual pride, which the best of God's Children Are possessed with, may be mortified and subdued,
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thus saith the Apostle, There was giuen to mee a thorne in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me,
thus Says the Apostle, There was given to me a thorn in the Flesh, the Messenger of Satan to buffet me,
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lest I should be exalted aboue measure. lest I should be exalted above measure.
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Thirdly, That God may make triall of the estate of his seruants, not that hee is ignorant of what is in vs,
Thirdly, That God may make trial of the estate of his Servants, not that he is ignorant of what is in us,
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but because we are ignorant of our selues.
but Because we Are ignorant of our selves.
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And by this meanes he would haue vs come to the knowledge of our selues, both of our corruption, that we may be humbled;
And by this means he would have us come to the knowledge of our selves, both of our corruption, that we may be humbled;
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as also of our graces, that we may be thankefull. Thus doe wee see how the Lord leaueth his children, yet but for a time,
as also of our graces, that we may be thankful. Thus do we see how the Lord Leaveth his children, yet but for a time,
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for his kindnesse towards them for euer shall remaine.
for his kindness towards them for ever shall remain.
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The other kinde of desertion which is eternall, whereby God (vpon lust causes best knowne to himselfe) leaueth man to himselfe wholly, The other kind of desertion which is Eternal, whereby God (upon lust Causes best known to himself) Leaveth man to himself wholly,
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and for euer, befalleth reprobates, and onely them; as Caine, Esau, Iudas, and others, who are of olde ordained to condemnation.
and for ever, befalls Reprobates, and only them; as Cain, Esau, Iudas, and Others, who Are of old ordained to condemnation.
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The beginning of which desertion is in this life, when God bestowing vpon them benefits either spirituall or temporall,
The beginning of which desertion is in this life, when God bestowing upon them benefits either spiritual or temporal,
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as he doth vpon his owne seruants, withdraweth that part of his benefit which hath the promise of eternall life annexed to it:
as he does upon his own Servants, withdraweth that part of his benefit which hath the promise of Eternal life annexed to it:
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the accomplishment whereof shall bee in another world, when as they shall bee totally seperated from the presence of the Lord,
the accomplishment whereof shall be in Another world, when as they shall be totally separated from the presence of the Lord,
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and be left vnto the diuels, eternally to be tormented. Thus much for the explication of this point; now for the application.
and be left unto the Devils, eternally to be tormented. Thus much for the explication of this point; now for the application.
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And in the first place it may serue for a caueat to euery of vs, that we take heede, wee make not God the authour of sinne, though hee permit and suffer the same to be done,
And in the First place it may serve for a caveat to every of us, that we take heed, we make not God the author of sin, though he permit and suffer the same to be done,
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yet hee is not the authour nor worker of it.
yet he is not the author nor worker of it.
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See then the wicked dealing of the Church of Rome, who amongst many slanders cast out against vs, are not ashamed to lay this to our charge, that we maintaine God to be authour of sinne, which is vtterly vntrue; See then the wicked dealing of the Church of Rome, who among many slanders cast out against us, Are not ashamed to lay this to our charge, that we maintain God to be author of sin, which is utterly untrue;
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for wee teach priuately, and publikely, by word, and by writing, in Schooles and Churches, that God is not the authour of sinne,
for we teach privately, and publicly, by word, and by writing, in Schools and Churches, that God is not the author of sin,
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but the diuell, and mans corrupt will. This is our doctrine, this we maintaine; the other wee abhorre and renounce as open blasphemy.
but the Devil, and men corrupt will. This is our Doctrine, this we maintain; the other we abhor and renounce as open blasphemy.
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Most true it is, that we doe teach, that God is an actor in that which is euill, and that sundry wayes;
Most true it is, that we do teach, that God is an actor in that which is evil, and that sundry ways;
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which may well be, and yet hee free from sinne, and no way the authour of euill.
which may well be, and yet he free from sin, and no Way the author of evil.
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The actions of God concerning sinne may bee referred to these three heads.
The actions of God Concerning sin may be referred to these three Heads.
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First, He is the vniuersall cause of all things, he sustaineth mankinde, that in him hee liueth, mooueth, and hath his being;
First, He is the universal cause of all things, he sustaineth mankind, that in him he lives, moveth, and hath his being;
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yea, he vpholdeth the being and moouing of all his actions, so that no man could mooue hand or foote to any action, were hee not sustained and supported by God.
yea, he upholdeth the being and moving of all his actions, so that no man could move hand or foot to any actium, were he not sustained and supported by God.
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The act then is of God, and God is a worker in euery sinne, so farre forth as it is an action;
The act then is of God, and God is a worker in every sin, so Far forth as it is an actium;
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for euery action as it is an action is good. One man kills another, the very moouing of the body in the doing of this villany is of God;
for every actium as it is an actium is good. One man kills Another, the very moving of the body in the doing of this villainy is of God;
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but the wickednesse of the action is from man, and the diuell. A man rides vpon a lame horse, the rider is the cause of the motion,
but the wickedness of the actium is from man, and the Devil. A man rides upon a lame horse, the rider is the cause of the motion,
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but the horse himselfe of the halting in the motion.
but the horse himself of the halting in the motion.
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Thus is God the authour of euery action, but not of the euill in any action.
Thus is God the author of every actium, but not of the evil in any actium.
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Secondly, God is a worker in sinne, by withdrawing his graces, as he did from Saul; neither can this be a sin in him,
Secondly, God is a worker in sin, by withdrawing his graces, as he did from Saul; neither can this be a since in him,
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because he is not bound to any; hee is free to bestowe where he will, & to restraine where he seeth good.
Because he is not bound to any; he is free to bestow where he will, & to restrain where he sees good.
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And here is a difference betweene the action of God, and the action of Sathan; God holds backe grace, whereupon they fall into sinne;
And Here is a difference between the actium of God, and the actium of Sathan; God holds back grace, whereupon they fallen into sin;
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the deuill suggests euill motions, which causeth them to runne into all euill.
the Devil suggests evil motions, which Causes them to run into all evil.
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Thirdly and lastly, God worketh in sinne, in ordering and directing of it as it pleaseth him;
Thirdly and lastly, God works in sin, in ordering and directing of it as it Pleases him;
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sometimes hee restraineth it that it shall not passe, nor proceed further then he appointeth. Sometimes he turneth it to another end then the person intended that practised it;
sometime he restraineth it that it shall not pass, nor proceed further then he appoints. Sometime he turns it to Another end then the person intended that practised it;
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both these we see euidently in Iobs temptations.
both these we see evidently in Jobs temptations.
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Sometimes he maketh way for sinne to passe, that thereby hee may punish one sinne with another.
Sometime he makes Way for sin to pass, that thereby he may Punish one sin with Another.
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All this may God doe and bee free from sinne. Thus wee see the truth of this doctrine;
All this may God do and be free from sin. Thus we see the truth of this Doctrine;
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and may it not be confirmed out of their owne popish writers? Who doe affirme as much in this as we doe.
and may it not be confirmed out of their own popish writers? Who do affirm as much in this as we do.
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For the first, that God is immediately the first cause of all things, produced by the two causes:
For the First, that God is immediately the First cause of all things, produced by the two Causes:
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but of things euill he is the mediate cause, in that he produceth and preserueth the creature.
but of things evil he is the mediate cause, in that he Produceth and Preserveth the creature.
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These are the words of one of their owne side.
These Are the words of one of their own side.
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The same writer also doth confirme the third, in saying that God is a debter to no man, and therefore hee is bound neither to cause that act, nor the contrary;
The same writer also does confirm the third, in saying that God is a debtor to no man, and Therefore he is bound neither to cause that act, nor the contrary;
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nor yet not to cause it;
nor yet not to cause it;
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but the will of the creature by Gods law is bound not to cause the act,
but the will of the creature by God's law is bound not to cause the act,
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and so consequently sinneth by doing of it. The third way of Gods working in sinne, Bellarmine (their graund-champion) doth maintaine. Who saith;
and so consequently Sinneth by doing of it. The third Way of God's working in sin, Bellarmine (their graund-champion) does maintain. Who Says;
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that God not onely permitteth the wicked to doe many euills;
that God not only permitteth the wicked to do many evils;
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but he also ouerseeth their euill wills, and ruleth and gouerneth them, he boweth and bendeth them by working inuisibly in them.
but he also overseeth their evil wills, and Ruleth and Governs them, he boweth and bendeth them by working invisibly in them.
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Thus we see that our aduersaries doe in plaine termes maintaine that which they exclaime and cry out against vs for.
Thus we see that our Adversaries do in plain terms maintain that which they exclaim and cry out against us for.
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But I woonder with what faces they dare challenge vs, for that, whereof they themselues are so guilty, haue they forgotten what is written in their Canon law, viz. that the Iewes had sinned deadly if they had not crucified our Sauiour Christ: (oh horible blasphemy) whereby they doe affirme that that immaculate Lambe in whom was no sinne,
But I wonder with what faces they Dare challenge us, for that, whereof they themselves Are so guilty, have they forgotten what is written in their Canon law, viz. that the Iewes had sinned deadly if they had not Crucified our Saviour christ: (o horrible blasphemy) whereby they do affirm that that immaculate Lamb in whom was no sin,
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and in whose mouth was no guile, was iustly and worthily condemned.
and in whose Mouth was no guile, was justly and worthily condemned.
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Can they shew any thing of vs touching the prouidence of God, which commeth neere to this impiety? Let these things stop the graue of their slanderous throats,
Can they show any thing of us touching the providence of God, which comes near to this impiety? Let these things stop the graven of their slanderous throats,
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if they haue not a whores forehead, being past shame.
if they have not a whores forehead, being passed shame.
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But I may leaue them as a people that haue cast off all shame, spurned against the truth,
But I may leave them as a people that have cast off all shame, spurned against the truth,
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and trodden vnder feet the blood of the new couenant, and therefore damned (if they conuert not) through the iust iudgment of God, of themselues. Now for our selues.
and trodden under feet the blood of the new Covenant, and Therefore damned (if they convert not) through the just judgement of God, of themselves. Now for our selves.
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Seeing this is so that God oftentimes leaueth men to themselues, and giueth them ouer to their owne hearts lust:
Seeing this is so that God oftentimes Leaveth men to themselves, and gives them over to their own hearts lust:
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Let it admonish vs all to beware of this heauy iudgement, and pray to the Lord of all iudgements to keepe thee from this, that thou mayst not bee giuen ouer to thy owne hearts lusts.
Let it admonish us all to beware of this heavy judgement, and pray to the Lord of all Judgments to keep thee from this, that thou Mayest not be given over to thy own hearts Lustiest.
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It is the saying of a worthie man, if God should giue him the option to choose the torments of hell, with hope to recouer his gracious fauour;
It is the saying of a worthy man, if God should give him the option to choose the torments of hell, with hope to recover his gracious favour;
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or thus, vtterly to forsake him, of his grace, and leaue him to his owne wayes:
or thus, utterly to forsake him, of his grace, and leave him to his own ways:
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he would wish rather hell torments, with expectation of deliuerance, then this giuing vp to the lusts of his owne heart:
he would wish rather hell torments, with expectation of deliverance, then this giving up to the Lustiest of his own heart:
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and surely except God should presently send vs down to that place of torment, where is paine endlesse, easelesse,
and surely except God should presently send us down to that place of torment, where is pain endless, easeless,
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and remedilesse, I cannot see, what greater iudgement can befall.
and remediless, I cannot see, what greater judgement can befall.
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But shall a childe of God, alwayes be thus left? Hath not God promised to returne againe:
But shall a child of God, always be thus left? Hath not God promised to return again:
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how then can this be so heauie a iudgement? As I haue formerly said:
how then can this be so heavy a judgement? As I have formerly said:
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so againe I say, the desertion that doth befall Gods children, it is but temporary for a time, and not for euer:
so again I say, the desertion that does befall God's children, it is but temporary for a time, and not for ever:
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were it for euer, it were hell it selfe.
were it for ever, it were hell it self.
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But albeit, it bee but for a time, yet for that time, their case is grieuous.
But albeit, it be but for a time, yet for that time, their case is grievous.
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These temporall desertions are more grieuous vnto them, then temporall death, and if they might haue their choise, they would rather choose to die a thousand deaths, then to be thus forsaken:
These temporal desertions Are more grievous unto them, then temporal death, and if they might have their choice, they would rather choose to die a thousand death's, then to be thus forsaken:
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and no wonder, for put case many so be, that they can discerne small difference, if any, betwixt themselues and a Reprobate:
and no wonder, for put case many so be, that they can discern small difference, if any, betwixt themselves and a Reprobate:
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nay, they may hereby be so tormented, that they, euen Gods owne deare children, (they I say) may blaspheme God,
nay, they may hereby be so tormented, that they, even God's own deer children, (they I say) may Blaspheme God,
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and cry out, they are damned; read these places. Iob 13.24.16.12.22.3.4. And see whether Iob was in any better estate. Read also Psalme 6. 1.-4.
and cry out, they Are damned; read these places. Job 13.24.16.12.22.3.4. And see whither Job was in any better estate. Read also Psalm 6. 1.-4.
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And iudge how miserable was Dauids condition.
And judge how miserable was David condition.
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It is the iudgement of a worthie Diuine, that the pangs which Dauid felt, after his fall,
It is the judgement of a worthy Divine, that the pangs which David felt, After his fallen,
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before he could recouer againe Gods former fauour, were more sharpe & vexing, then those that did accompany his first conuersion vnto grace. Oh beware! beware!
before he could recover again God's former favour, were more sharp & vexing, then those that did accompany his First conversion unto grace. O beware! beware!
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ye that now stand, beware lest you fall;
you that now stand, beware lest you fallen;
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be more prouident for your owne good, then to giue God occasion by reason of your sins, to depriue you of his fauour, be more provident for your own good, then to give God occasion by reason of your Sins, to deprive you of his favour,
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& leaue you to your selues.
& leave you to your selves.
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If euer you doe recouer your losse, many a sigh and groane must be sent from the heart, before it can be obtained.
If ever you do recover your loss, many a sighs and groan must be sent from the heart, before it can be obtained.
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Many a salt teare, and longing looke vp towards God, before the sence and feeling of Gods spirit can bee regained:
Many a salt tear, and longing look up towards God, before the sense and feeling of God's Spirit can be Regained:
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be not then high minded but feare, be fearful of this heauie iudgement; and in a speciall manner take heede of the causes thereof:
be not then high minded but Fear, be fearful of this heavy judgement; and in a special manner take heed of the Causes thereof:
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for as all sinne in generall doth cause the Lord to leaue vs to our selues:
for as all sin in general does cause the Lord to leave us to our selves:
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so there are some sinnes, which in a speciall manner will lay vs open to this danger.
so there Are Some Sins, which in a special manner will lay us open to this danger.
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I will name them, that you may the better auoid them, they are these.
I will name them, that you may the better avoid them, they Are these.
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The first is, vnthankfulnesse for graces receiued, as our Apostle Paul doth make manifest, thus speaking:
The First is, unthankfulness for graces received, as our Apostle Paul does make manifest, thus speaking:
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because when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neyther were thankefull &c. God gaue them vp to vncleannesse, through the lusts of their owne hearts, &c. O beware of this same sinne, it is an excuselesse sinne:Because when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful etc. God gave them up to uncleanness, through the Lustiest of their own hearts, etc. Oh beware of this same sin, it is an excuseless sin:
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this is the onely tribute God doth expect from vs, for all his mercies that he hath done vnto vs. And surely, I am perswaded, this is one cause,
this is the only tribute God does expect from us, for all his Mercies that he hath done unto us And surely, I am persuaded, this is one cause,
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why Gods children are often thus left and forsaken of the Lord;
why God's children Are often thus left and forsaken of the Lord;
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and why his blessed spirit departs away, because they take no more notice of those graces which are wrought in their hearts;
and why his blessed Spirit departs away, Because they take no more notice of those graces which Are wrought in their hearts;
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neither are they so thankful as they should be: they are euer complaining, they haue nothing in them;
neither Are they so thankful as they should be: they Are ever complaining, they have nothing in them;
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no grace in their hearts, &c. This grieues Gods blessed spirit, that thou art no more thankefull for his good worke that is begun:
no grace in their hearts, etc. This grieves God's blessed Spirit, that thou art no more thankful for his good work that is begun:
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and causeth him to leaue thee for a time, that thou maist at last bee more thankefu•l;
and Causes him to leave thee for a time, that thou Mayest At last be more thankefu•l;
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take therefore such notice of thy infirmities, for thy humiliation, as that thou forgettest not, Gods good gifts and graces, for thy consolation.
take Therefore such notice of thy infirmities, for thy humiliation, as that thou forgettest not, God's good Gifts and graces, for thy consolation.
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A second speciall sin which causeth the Lord to leaue and forsake vs, is, the ill vse, A second special since which Causes the Lord to leave and forsake us, is, the ill use,
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or no vse of good gifts bestowed. The slothfull seruant, that employed not his tallent, shall haue his tallent taken from him:
or no use of good Gifts bestowed. The slothful servant, that employed not his talent, shall have his talent taken from him:
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such gifts as are not employed, shall be blowed on, & soone come to nothing: let this be considered of euery of vs:
such Gifts as Are not employed, shall be blowed on, & soon come to nothing: let this be considered of every of us:
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art thou a publike person, whether Maiestrate, or minister? hath God giuen thee gifts fit for thy function? employ them,
art thou a public person, whither Magistrate, or minister? hath God given thee Gifts fit for thy function? employ them,
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and employ them well, for the aduancement of Gods glory: art thou a priuate Christian;
and employ them well, for the advancement of God's glory: art thou a private Christian;
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and hast thou a tallent giuen thee, oh take heede lappe it not vp in a Napkin, and hast thou a talent given thee, o take heed lap it not up in a Napkin,
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but imploy it to the behoofe of thy master. In a word;
but employ it to the behoof of thy master. In a word;
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let all that haue receiued, spend their gifts, so as that their stocke may be encreased:
let all that have received, spend their Gifts, so as that their stock may be increased:
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Breasts not often drawne, will soone dry vp:
Breasts not often drawn, will soon dry up:
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gifts not well vsed, will soone abate, and cause the Lord, and his blessed sonne to depart.
Gifts not well used, will soon abate, and cause the Lord, and his blessed son to depart.
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A third sinne to be taken heede of, is spirituall pride: a high conceit of our selues, in respect of those gifts wherwith God hath furnished vs;
A third sin to be taken heed of, is spiritual pride: a high conceit of our selves, in respect of those Gifts wherewith God hath furnished us;
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this sinne is a daungerous sinne, and such a sinne, as the best of Gods children, are proane vnto:
this sin is a dangerous sin, and such a sin, as the best of God's children, Are proane unto:
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a disease that the very elect are sicke of: yet God is said to resist the proud, and to giue grace to the humble:
a disease that the very elect Are sick of: yet God is said to resist the proud, and to give grace to the humble:
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let euery one therefore whom God hath gifted in any speciall measure, take out that lesson of the Apostle, be not high minded, but feare:
let every one Therefore whom God hath gifted in any special measure, take out that Lesson of the Apostle, be not high minded, but Fear:
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feare thy heart, it is deceitfull; feare all thy wayes: Oh blessed is he that feareth alway. Fear thy heart, it is deceitful; Fear all thy ways: O blessed is he that fears always.
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Fourthly, the Lord doth leaue and forsake vs, and giues vs ouer to our owne lusts,
Fourthly, the Lord does leave and forsake us, and gives us over to our own Lustiest,
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when we doe not profit by the meanes which he doth vouchsafe, to giue vs for our good. As doth euidently appeare. Esay. 1.5. Heb. 6.8. and Ezech. 24.13.
when we do not profit by the means which he does vouchsafe, to give us for our good. As does evidently appear. Isaiah. 1.5. Hebrew 6.8. and Ezekiel 24.13.
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Oh beware how you neglect those meanes of your good, which God doth offer and afford,
O beware how you neglect those means of your good, which God does offer and afford,
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if you will not be giuen ouer to his fearefull iudgement.
if you will not be given over to his fearful judgement.
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These are the sins, especially to be auoided of all such as would not bee left vnto themselues,
These Are the Sins, especially to be avoided of all such as would not be left unto themselves,
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and forsaken of God, in whose presence is fullnesse of ioy, and at whose right hand, there are pleasures for euermore:
and forsaken of God, in whose presence is fullness of joy, and At whose right hand, there Are pleasures for evermore:
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auoid them then, yea, carefully auoid them, least thou giue the Lord occasion to withdraw his spirit:
avoid them then, yea, carefully avoid them, lest thou give the Lord occasion to withdraw his Spirit:
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it is quickly lost, but not so soone regained. Thou maist loose it in a minute, not recouer it in a yeare: remember that and bee watchfull.
it is quickly lost, but not so soon Regained. Thou Mayest lose it in a minute, not recover it in a year: Remember that and be watchful.
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A third vse which we may make of this, is not to despaire of the conuersion of any, seeing it is vsuall with the Lord to leaue man for a time, to follow the wayes that seeme good in his owne eyes:
A third use which we may make of this, is not to despair of the conversion of any, seeing it is usual with the Lord to leave man for a time, to follow the ways that seem good in his own eyes:
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the Lord at length may turne this to good, as he did this Prodigals running in riot:
the Lord At length may turn this to good, as he did this Prodigals running in riot:
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he went out of his Fathers dores with a purpose neuer to haue returned;
he went out of his Father's doors with a purpose never to have returned;
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little thought he of being conuerted, yet God orders this his sinne, that at length it makes for his glory, and the Prodigals good;
little Thought he of being converted, yet God order this his sin, that At length it makes for his glory, and the Prodigals good;
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so wonderfull wise and good is our God, that euen by sinne he will destroy sinne in his owne.
so wonderful wise and good is our God, that even by sin he will destroy sin in his own.
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VERSE 13. And not many dayes after, the yo••ger Son gathered all together, and tooke his iourney into a farre countrey, VERSE 13. And not many days After, the yo••ger Son gathered all together, and took his journey into a Far country,
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and there, wasted his substance with riotous liuing. THus we haue seene what was the prodigals sinne before he had receiued his portion:
and there, wasted his substance with riotous living. THus we have seen what was the prodigals sin before he had received his portion:
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now let vs see what was his sinne after hee had receiued it.
now let us see what was his sin After he had received it.
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It is here laid downe to be twofold. 1. the leauing of his fathers house in the former part of the verse. 2. his spending his goods riotously, in the latter part of the verse.
It is Here laid down to be twofold. 1. the leaving of his Father's house in the former part of the verse. 2. his spending his goods riotously, in the latter part of the verse.
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In the first we are to consider these two circumstances. 1. the circumstance of time,
In the First we Are to Consider these two Circumstances. 1. the circumstance of time,
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when he went, which is here said to be after he had receiued his portion. 2. Not long after. 2. the circumstance of place,
when he went, which is Here said to be After he had received his portion. 2. Not long After. 2. the circumstance of place,
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whether he went, into a far countrey.
whither he went, into a Far country.
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In the second branch, we are to consider. 1. What he spent, it was his substance. 2. The manner how: which was with riotous liuing.
In the second branch, we Are to Consider. 1. What he spent, it was his substance. 2. The manner how: which was with riotous living.
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And of each of these in their order: And first of the first, which was his leauing and forsaking his fathers house:
And of each of these in their order: And First of the First, which was his leaving and forsaking his Father's house:
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and therein first of the time, It was after; and not many dayes after.
and therein First of the time, It was After; and not many days After.
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In that this Prodigall doth leaue his Father, after his Father had beene, thus beneficiall vnto him. Wee may hence learne;
In that this Prodigal does leave his Father, After his Father had been, thus beneficial unto him. we may hence Learn;
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That the wicked are most vndutifull to God, when God is most beneficiall vnto them: That the wicked Are most undutiful to God, when God is most beneficial unto them:
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When God is best to them, then they are worst to him, they are neuer more readie to rebell,
When God is best to them, then they Are worst to him, they Are never more ready to rebel,
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then when God multiplieth his mercies vpon them. See this further confirmed in Moses his song. Deut. 32.15. Where he reckoneth vp many great fauours, that God had shewed, and many blessings that he had bestowed vpon that people of Israell: Hee chose them for his owne inheritance:
then when God multiplieth his Mercies upon them. See this further confirmed in Moses his song. Deuteronomy 32.15. Where he Reckoneth up many great favours, that God had showed, and many blessings that he had bestowed upon that people of Israel: He chosen them for his own inheritance:
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he kept them in the wildernes, as the apple of his eye: he bore them on his wings, as the Eagle her young ones:
he kept them in the Wilderness, as the apple of his eye: he boar them on his wings, as the Eagl her young ones:
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he fed them with the best, and gaue them plentie of all things: hony out of the rocke, and oyle out of the flintie rocke:
he fed them with the best, and gave them plenty of all things: honey out of the rock, and oil out of the flinty rock:
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butter of kine, milke of sheepe, fat of lambes, and rammes of the breed of Basan,
butter of kine, milk of sheep, fat of Lambs, and rams of the breed of Basan,
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and goates, with the fat of kidneies, of wheat: yea, they did drinke the pure bloud of the grape. and Goats, with the fat of kidneys, of wheat: yea, they did drink the pure blood of the grape.
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These, and many more blessings did the Lord bestow on them. But now behold Iesurun waxed fatte, and kicked:
These, and many more blessings did the Lord bestow on them. But now behold Jeshurun waxed fat, and Kicked:
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hee waxed fat and was growne thicke, yea, hee was couered with fatnesse: then hee forsooke God, which made him, and lightly esteemed the rocke of his saluation.
he waxed fat and was grown thick, yea, he was covered with fatness: then he forsook God, which made him, and lightly esteemed the rock of his salvation.
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This caused Moses, with admiration, to crie out, Doe you thus requite the Lord? Oh foolish people, and vnkind!
This caused Moses, with admiration, to cry out, Do you thus requite the Lord? O foolish people, and unkind!
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Thus, it is with sinne and disobedience, in stead of Gods leading you with his fauours, leading & pressing him downe with your sins;
Thus, it is with sin and disobedience, in stead of God's leading you with his favours, leading & pressing him down with your Sins;
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another proofe of this point, we haue in the fourth of Hosea, the 7. verse, where the Lord speaketh thus by his Prophet; Another proof of this point, we have in the fourth of Hosea, the 7. verse, where the Lord speaks thus by his Prophet;
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As they were increased, so they sinned against me. As they were increased, so they sinned against me.
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The more I multiplied my blessings vpon them, the more they multiplied their sinnes against me:
The more I multiplied my blessings upon them, the more they multiplied their Sins against me:
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So then we see, that whereas Gods liberall bountie towards them should haue made them thankefull vnto God:
So then we see, that whereas God's liberal bounty towards them should have made them thankful unto God:
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contrariwise his benefits made them wanton, proud, and forgetfull of God:
contrariwise his benefits made them wanton, proud, and forgetful of God:
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and not only negligent of all good duties, but made them prone to all manner of impieties.
and not only negligent of all good duties, but made them prove to all manner of impieties.
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Againe, this is further confirmed in the 13. Chapter of the same Prophesie, verse 6. the words are these, According to their pasture, so were they filled:
Again, this is further confirmed in the 13. Chapter of the same Prophesy, verse 6. thee words Are these, According to their pasture, so were they filled:
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they were filled, and their heart was exalted, therefore haue they forgotten me. they were filled, and their heart was exalted, Therefore have they forgotten me.
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Where we see their great abundance, which should haue made them thankefull and dutifull to the Lord, made them vnthankefull and forgetfull of him.
Where we see their great abundance, which should have made them thankful and dutiful to the Lord, made them unthankful and forgetful of him.
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The like place haue we in Esay. 5.12.
The like place have we in Isaiah. 5.12.
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But I need not be prodigall, in bringing Scripture for proouing this, which daily experience doth make manifest:
But I need not be prodigal, in bringing Scripture for proving this, which daily experience does make manifest:
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compare the Court, with the countrie, the Pallace, with the prison, and it will plainely appeare, that where there is greatest plentie of Gods blessings, there is greatess penury of grace;
compare the Court, with the country, the Palace, with the prison, and it will plainly appear, that where there is greatest plenty of God's blessings, there is greatess penury of grace;
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amongst such as feare not God.
among such as Fear not God.
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The reason of this is, the corruption of mans nature, which being poysoned with sinne, spider-like turneth all into poyson:
The reason of this is, the corruption of men nature, which being poisoned with sin, spiderlike turns all into poison:
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a corrupt stomacke, maketh all meates haue an ill rellish;
a corrupt stomach, makes all Meats have an ill relish;
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and a naughtie temperature, the more it is fed with good nourishments, the worse it becomes:
and a naughty temperature, the more it is fed with good nourishments, the Worse it becomes:
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so is it with an ill tempered soule, the more it is fed with God, good blessings, the worse it is.
so is it with an ill tempered soul, the more it is fed with God, good blessings, the Worse it is.
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Thus wee see the truth of this point, with the reason thereof: let vs now see what vse it will afford.
Thus we see the truth of this point, with the reason thereof: let us now see what use it will afford.
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And first, seeing this is the cursed disposition of the wicked, let it admonish vs all, to take heed of it, returne not euill to the Lord for good,
And First, seeing this is the cursed disposition of the wicked, let it admonish us all, to take heed of it, return not evil to the Lord for good,
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but let euery blessing tye thee faster in obedience:
but let every blessing tie thee faster in Obedience:
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be not so earnest in begging for any blessings, as earnest in praying for a sanctified vse of them;
be not so earnest in begging for any blessings, as earnest in praying for a sanctified use of them;
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for if the more we abound in them, the more wee abound in sinne, they cease to be blessings, and become curses:
for if the more we abound in them, the more we abound in sin, they cease to be blessings, and become curses:
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and surely so much the more need haue we to be watchfull ouer our selues, by how much the more apt we are, to be forgetfull and vnthankfull:
and surely so much the more need have we to be watchful over our selves, by how much the more apt we Are, to be forgetful and unthankful:
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hence it is that Israel was so often warned, before they came into the land of Canaan, to take heede to themselues,
hence it is that Israel was so often warned, before they Come into the land of Canaan, to take heed to themselves,
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least when they had it in possession, they forget the Lord, and rebell against him; and why then rather then at another time? Surely, because riches, and pleasures, abundance,
lest when they had it in possession, they forget the Lord, and rebel against him; and why then rather then At Another time? Surely, Because riches, and pleasures, abundance,
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and ease, would be such baites, that then they should bee in greatest danger, to bee drawne by them to forget Gods mercies:
and ease, would be such baits, that then they should be in greatest danger, to be drawn by them to forget God's Mercies:
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this is the corruption of our nature, and the poyson of sinne:
this is the corruption of our nature, and the poison of sin:
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oh then bee you carefull, whom the Lord hath annointed with this oyle of gladnesse aboue your fellowes:
o then be you careful, whom the Lord hath anointed with this oil of gladness above your Fellows:
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and vpon whose habitation this Sunne of outward prosperitie shineth bright:
and upon whose habitation this Sun of outward Prosperity shines bright:
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the path wherein you walke is slippery, like the fat, fertill soyle, whereon a man may sooner catch a fall,
the path wherein you walk is slippery, like the fat, fertile soil, whereon a man may sooner catch a fallen,
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then on the rugged grauelly way:
then on the rugged gravelly Way:
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stand therefore on your watch, let your blessings proportion out your obedience, and with euery blessing, desire a greater measure of grace, that you may not forget the Lord that gaue them.
stand Therefore on your watch, let your blessings proportion out your Obedience, and with every blessing, desire a greater measure of grace, that you may not forget the Lord that gave them.
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In the second place, I must fall from admonishing, to reprehending of too too manie,
In the second place, I must fallen from admonishing, to reprehending of too too many,
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and that of the better sort, who, forget the Lord, and are not thankfull for his fauours:
and that of the better sort, who, forget the Lord, and Are not thankful for his favours:
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in stead of being better, they become much worse then they were before, they had such abundance;
in stead of being better, they become much Worse then they were before, they had such abundance;
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in former times when they had not such plentie, they were more humble, more pittiful, more forward in good things, in duties publike, in duties priuate, then now they are:
in former times when they had not such plenty, they were more humble, more pitiful, more forward in good things, in duties public, in duties private, then now they Are:
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their prosperitie hath now made them (through their owne corruption) to be more backward in the performance of good exercises:
their Prosperity hath now made them (through their own corruption) to be more backward in the performance of good exercises:
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this is too apparent (I speake it to your shame) good exercises are forgotten.
this is too apparent (I speak it to your shame) good exercises Are forgotten.
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As for prayer, reading, catechising in thy familie, thou hast now no time; why? thou hadst time before thou hadst such plentie.
As for prayer, reading, catechising in thy family, thou hast now no time; why? thou Hadst time before thou Hadst such plenty.
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Take heede lest penury which the Lord may send, may make thee finde time for the performance of these duties, which now thou carelesly omittest.
Take heed lest penury which the Lord may send, may make thee find time for the performance of these duties, which now thou carelessly omittest.
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Neither is this the sinne of one, or two, but it is Epidemicall, the sinne of many;
Neither is this the sin of one, or two, but it is Epidemical, the sin of many;
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many are the fauours which God hath shewed to this land, he hath laden vs with his blessings, both spirituall,
many Are the favours which God hath showed to this land, he hath laden us with his blessings, both spiritual,
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and temporall, and wherein hath he beene wanting vnto vs? But alas: the more Gods blessings doe abound, the more pride, forgetfulnesse of God, contempt of Religion,
and temporal, and wherein hath he been wanting unto us? But alas: the more God's blessings do abound, the more pride, forgetfulness of God, contempt of Religion,
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and the vtter neglect of all holy duties, abound also: our peace and plentie hath bred pride, and securitie, cursed daughters of so good mothers:
and the utter neglect of all holy duties, abound also: our peace and plenty hath bred pride, and security, cursed daughters of so good mother's:
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had Moses cause to cry out against Israell: and haue not wee much more cause to cry out against England? Doe you so requite the Lord, oh foolish people and vnkind:
had Moses cause to cry out against Israel: and have not we much more cause to cry out against England? Do you so requite the Lord, o foolish people and unkind:
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For his many fauours heaped vpon thee, dost thou thus multiplie and heape vp sinnes against him? To returne euill for euill, is a damnable sinne:
For his many favours heaped upon thee, dost thou thus multiply and heap up Sins against him? To return evil for evil, is a damnable sin:
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but to returne euill for good, how shall wee answere it? But thus it is, let fauour be shewed to the wicked,
but to return evil for good, how shall we answer it? But thus it is, let favour be showed to the wicked,
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yet will he not learne righteousnesse, in the land of vprightnesse, will he deale vniustly, and will not behold the maiestie of the Lord. yet will he not Learn righteousness, in the land of uprightness, will he deal unjustly, and will not behold the majesty of the Lord.
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Thirdly, seeing this is the cursed disposition of man, by nature, to be most vnthankefull when God is most bountifull:
Thirdly, seeing this is the cursed disposition of man, by nature, to be most unthankful when God is most bountiful:
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and the more Gods mercies doe abound towardes vs, the more pride, forgetfulnesse of God, and vnthankfulnesse, doe abound in vs. Then this may be a notable ground for patience.
and the more God's Mercies do abound towards us, the more pride, forgetfulness of God, and unthankfulness, do abound in us Then this may be a notable ground for patience.
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When wee doe not abound with temporall benefits.
When we do not abound with temporal benefits.
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For the Lord herein respecteth thy good, he withholdeth these worldly blessings from thee, that thy heart may not be with-drawne from him, couldest thou vse them as thou oughtest, they should not be wanting.
For the Lord herein respecteth thy good, he withholdeth these worldly blessings from thee, that thy heart may not be withdrawn from him, Couldst thou use them as thou Ought, they should not be wanting.
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Seeing then, this is the cursed disposition of thy nature, learne to be content, and count it none of the lest of Gods fauours, that thou wantest what happily thou couldst desire, and seest others to enioy.
Seeing then, this is the cursed disposition of thy nature, Learn to be content, and count it none of the lest of God's favours, that thou Wantest what happily thou Couldst desire, and See Others to enjoy.
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Oh how much better, to want the world, and enioy the Lord, then to gaine the world, and loose the Lord. O how much better, to want the world, and enjoy the Lord, then to gain the world, and lose the Lord.
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In the last place, this may teach vs not to be vexed out of measure,
In the last place, this may teach us not to be vexed out of measure,
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when as such as of whom wee haue best deserued, doe shew themselues, most vnthankfull towards vs:
when as such as of whom we have best deserved, do show themselves, most unthankful towards us:
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considering that thus, we deale with our God, to whom we are so many wayes bounden & indebted.
considering that thus, we deal with our God, to whom we Are so many ways bounden & indebted.
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Hast thou children, with whom thou hast taken great paines? of whom thou hast taken great care? for whom thou hast beene at great cost and charges? and are they stubborne, vndutifull & disobedient? Hast thou any such acquaintance, who,
Hast thou children, with whom thou hast taken great pains? of whom thou hast taken great care? for whom thou hast been At great cost and charges? and Are they stubborn, undutiful & disobedient? Hast thou any such acquaintance, who,
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for many great fauours by thee to them shewed, returne great vnkindnesse? Well, be not too too impatient, considering thou shewest thy selfe much more vnthankefull against God, to whom thou art infinitely more indebted;
for many great favours by thee to them showed, return great unkindness? Well, be not too too impatient, considering thou shewest thy self much more unthankful against God, to whom thou art infinitely more indebted;
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in their glasse see thy owne face; in them behold thy owne fault.
in their glass see thy own face; in them behold thy own fault.
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Not long after. ] As this prodigall forsooke his Father, after he had receiued his portion: so it was soone after: Not long After. ] As this prodigal forsook his Father, After he had received his portion: so it was soon After:
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for he being left to himselfe, incontinently manifesteth his owne weakenesse; hence then we may note
for he being left to himself, incontinently manifesteth his own weakness; hence then we may note
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That man being left vnto himselfe, cannot long stand: That man being left unto himself, cannot long stand:
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the many falls and infirmities of Gods owne children doe euidently confirme this truth, Noah, Lot, Dauid, Peter, how fouly did these worthies fall, the many falls and infirmities of God's own children do evidently confirm this truth, Noah, Lot, David, Peter, how foully did these worthies fallen,
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when God a little did withdrawe his hand? Nay, Adam himselfe in the estate of innocencie,
when God a little did withdraw his hand? Nay, Adam himself in the estate of innocence,
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how long stood he? being at his owne dispose: some are of the minde he fell the sixt houre.
how long stood he? being At his own dispose: Some Are of the mind he fell the sixt hour.
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Others are of the opinion, be fell the ninth houre. Others, that he fell the twelfth houre after his creation. Others Are of the opinion, be fell the ninth hour. Others, that he fell the twelfth hour After his creation.
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Most agree, that he fell the same day wherein he was made.
Most agree, that he fell the same day wherein he was made.
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And is it any wonder, if we consider how weake wee are become by that hereditary disease, which we had from our first Parents.
And is it any wonder, if we Consider how weak we Are become by that hereditary disease, which we had from our First Parents.
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Man at the first was made of a mutable nature, in power of standing, and possibilitie of falling.
Man At the First was made of a mutable nature, in power of standing, and possibility of falling.
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The power to perseuere in goodnesse he had, yet the act of perseuerance was left to the choice and libertie of his owne will:
The power to persevere in Goodness he had, yet the act of perseverance was left to the choice and liberty of his own will:
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he being assayled by Sathans temptation, abused this his free will, and receiued a down-fall, whereby he left all power to God,
he being assailed by Satan's temptation, abused this his free will, and received a downfall, whereby he left all power to God,
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and brought on himselfe a necessitie of sinning: in which estate all his posteritie now lie;
and brought on himself a necessity of sinning: in which estate all his posterity now lie;
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so that man is not now able to sustaine or beare vp himselfe in any good course;
so that man is not now able to sustain or bear up himself in any good course;
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he hath not now power left not to fall, but lieth vnder a necessitie of sinning.
he hath not now power left not to fallen, but lies under a necessity of sinning.
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Secondly, as we are weake, so the Deuill he is strong and craftie in tempting:
Secondly, as we Are weak, so the devil he is strong and crafty in tempting:
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fitting his temptations to euery mans humour, diligently obseruing, whereto we are enclined, what we loue, what we hate, what we feare, what we want;
fitting his temptations to every men humour, diligently observing, whereto we Are inclined, what we love, what we hate, what we Fear, what we want;
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and when he hath found vs, he fitts vs:
and when he hath found us, he fitts us:
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thus, dealing like a cunning fowler, hauing his nettes and his call, and euery thing in a readinesse,
thus, dealing like a cunning Fowler, having his nets and his call, and every thing in a readiness,
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if once he becomes acquainted with the birds note, and dyet; he makes no question of the game:
if once he becomes acquainted with the Birds note, and diet; he makes no question of the game:
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thus his poyson meeting our nature, is easily deuoured;
thus his poison meeting our nature, is Easily devoured;
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considering then howe readie we are to runne hard, how forward the Deuill to driue, it is no wonder, that (except God keepe vs) we make no more stay.
considering then how ready we Are to run hard, how forward the devil to driven, it is no wonder, that (except God keep us) we make no more stay.
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Vse. This first reprooueth such as trust too much to their owne strength, and relie too much on their owne power: Use. This First Reproveth such as trust too much to their own strength, and rely too much on their own power:
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these of all other are in greatest danger, for pride goeth before destruction, and a high mind before a fall:
these of all other Are in greatest danger, for pride Goes before destruction, and a high mind before a fallen:
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looke vpon Peter, he was neuer more weake, then when hee thought himselfe most strong;
look upon Peter, he was never more weak, then when he Thought himself most strong;
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how cowardly did he behaue himselfe in denying of his master, euen then, when he made that couragious profession: Alas!
how cowardly did he behave himself in denying of his master, even then, when he made that courageous profession: Alas!
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how secure doe men grow, thrusting themselues wilfully into daungerous places, exposing themselues to dangerous temptations,
how secure do men grow, thrusting themselves wilfully into dangerous places, exposing themselves to dangerous temptations,
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yea, tempting the Deuill to tempt them, as if Sathan dorst not set vpon them;
yea, tempting the devil to tempt them, as if Sathan dorst not Set upon them;
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or if he did, as if they by their owne strength were able to withstand al his encounters:
or if he did, as if they by their own strength were able to withstand all his encounters:
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and hence it is, that through this their carelesnesse, God doth leaue them to themselues,
and hence it is, that through this their carelessness, God does leave them to themselves,
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and so they runne on headlong into all vngodlinesse, committing such sinnes as the sunne doth blush to see;
and so they run on headlong into all ungodliness, committing such Sins as the sun does blush to see;
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and the verie earth doth groane to beare.
and the very earth does groan to bear.
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In the second place let this admonish vs to despaire of our owne power, and of all strength of the flesh, Bee not high minded, but feare, and thou that now standest, take heed, thou mayst fall.
In the second place let this admonish us to despair of our own power, and of all strength of the Flesh, be not high minded, but Fear, and thou that now Standest, take heed, thou Mayest fallen.
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Art thou as stronges Sampso•, as righteous as Lot, as holy as Dauid? yet thou canst not long stand without Gods grace.
Art thou as stronges Sampso•, as righteous as Lot, as holy as David? yet thou Canst not long stand without God's grace.
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Peter would needs walke on the sea, he thought he could haue done as his Master did, Peter would needs walk on the sea, he Thought he could have done as his Master did,
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but assoone as he sets his foot on the waters hee is ready to sinke, had not Christ caught him by the hand and held him vp, he had beene gone.
but As soon as he sets his foot on the waters he is ready to sink, had not christ caught him by the hand and held him up, he had been gone.
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So is it with thee and me, vnlesse the Lord reach out the hand of his grace to support vs we cannot but fall.
So is it with thee and me, unless the Lord reach out the hand of his grace to support us we cannot but fallen.
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A staffe stands while the hand stayes it, but when the hand is with-drawne it falls immediately to the ground.
A staff Stands while the hand stays it, but when the hand is withdrawn it falls immediately to the ground.
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Wee are to the Lord as the sicke man to his keeper, who cries, take me vp and I will rise, hold mee and I will stand, helpe mee and I will goe, &c. Let vs then learne to renounce our selues,
we Are to the Lord as the sick man to his keeper, who cries, take me up and I will rise, hold me and I will stand, help me and I will go, etc. Let us then Learn to renounce our selves,
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and relye wholly vpon the Lord and the power of his might, for by that shall wee bee strengthened, without that our strength is weakenesse.
and rely wholly upon the Lord and the power of his might, for by that shall we be strengthened, without that our strength is weakness.
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Doctor Pembletons storie shewes this, of whom we reade in the Booke of Martirs. Worke out therefore thy saluation with feare and trembling.
Doctor Pembletons story shows this, of whom we read in the Book of Martyrs. Work out Therefore thy salvation with Fear and trembling.
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True it is in respect of God, thou hast no cause to feare. for his foundation remaineth sure;
True it is in respect of God, thou hast no cause to Fear. for his Foundation remains sure;
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but in respect of thy selfe and owne frailty thou hast great cause to feare,
but in respect of thy self and own frailty thou hast great cause to Fear,
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least by falling into sinne thou doest displease the Lord, and cause him to hide away his face;
lest by falling into sin thou dost displease the Lord, and cause him to hide away his face;
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and should not the Lord strengthen thee by his power thou wouldst hazard thy saluation euery day, & forfeit heauen.
and should not the Lord strengthen thee by his power thou Wouldst hazard thy salvation every day, & forfeit heaven.
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It is not with vs as wi•h a childe, who after two or three yeares may be let goe alone, God must still leade vs;
It is not with us as wi•h a child, who After two or three Years may be let go alone, God must still lead us;
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if hee hold vs not by the hand we shall soone haue a knocke.
if he hold us not by the hand we shall soon have a knock.
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Nay more, as Mephibosheth Ionathans sonne, wee shall catch such a fall, as that thereby we shall become lame vntill the day of our death.
Nay more, as Mephibosheth Ionathans son, we shall catch such a fallen, as that thereby we shall become lame until the day of our death.
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Conclude therefore with Dauid, It is good for mee to hold fast vnto the Lord.
Conclude Therefore with David, It is good for me to hold fast unto the Lord.
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Trust not to thy own strength, feare thy owne weaknes, then shalt thou be most strong when thou art most weake.
Trust not to thy own strength, Fear thy own weakness, then shalt thou be most strong when thou art most weak.
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When thou art most weake in thy owne apprehension and acknowledgement, then shalt thou bee most strengthened by a gratious supply from a higherhand.
When thou art most weak in thy own apprehension and acknowledgement, then shalt thou be most strengthened by a gracious supply from a higherhand.
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In the Third place this doctrine may serue to humble vs, yea the best of vs. We are still ready to stand in our owne light,
In the Third place this Doctrine may serve to humble us, yea the best of us We Are still ready to stand in our own Light,
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and to be highly conceited of our owne strength and power, as if we were able to goe through fire and water if need should require: alas!
and to be highly conceited of our own strength and power, as if we were able to go through fire and water if need should require: alas!
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thou art ignorant of thy owne weakenesse, thou canst not patiently beare an ague, nor the touthach,
thou art ignorant of thy own weakness, thou Canst not patiently bear an ague, nor the touthach,
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nor the collicke, nor the gout, much lesse greater torments:
nor the colic, nor the gout, much less greater torments:
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should God withdraw his hand what Apostates should we proue? what sinnes would we not commit? we deceiue our selues if any of vs thinke that it proceedes from vs,
should God withdraw his hand what Apostates should we prove? what Sins would we not commit? we deceive our selves if any of us think that it proceeds from us,
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or that it is out of our strength, that we liue so blamelesse a life, commit not such nor such grosse euils as others do:
or that it is out of our strength, that we live so blameless a life, commit not such nor such gross evils as Others do:
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blesse God for it, no thankes to nature, thine is as bad as others.
bless God for it, no thanks to nature, thine is as bad as Others.
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Let this be well considered of, it will helpe thee to that iewell which is so much set by of the Lord.
Let this be well considered of, it will help thee to that jewel which is so much Set by of the Lord.
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Namely a humbled and a thankfull soule. He tooke his iourney into a farre country ] we haue seene when he went,
Namely a humbled and a thankful soul. He took his journey into a Far country ] we have seen when he went,
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now let vs see whether he went, the text saith, into a farre country: where we must consider what is meant by this farre country:
now let us see whither he went, the text Says, into a Far country: where we must Consider what is meant by this Far country:
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Secondly how he went into this farre country, for the first, the farre country here spoken of is, the region of sinne.
Secondly how he went into this Far country, for the First, the Far country Here spoken of is, the region of sin.
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As Austine doth expound it, the country is farre not in regard of the distance of place (for euery part of the world is a like neere vnto the Lord, as Ionas found when he tooke his iourney from Ioppe to Tarsus ) but in regard of distance of affection,
As Augustine does expound it, the country is Far not in regard of the distance of place (for every part of the world is a like near unto the Lord, as Ionas found when he took his journey from Joppa to Tarsus) but in regard of distance of affection,
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then is a man farthest from God, when he is most vnlike vnto God, so the Lord himselfe expounds it.
then is a man farthest from God, when he is most unlike unto God, so the Lord himself expounds it.
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What iniquities haue your fathers found in mee, that they are gone away farre from me? so the Ephesians are said to be farre of, while they were in the estate of nature. What iniquities have your Father's found in me, that they Are gone away Far from me? so the Ephesians Are said to be Far of, while they were in the estate of nature.
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And thus we may see the Second point also cleared, which is, how he went into this farre country? he went not by the feet of the bodie,
And thus we may see the Second point also cleared, which is, how he went into this Far country? he went not by the feet of the body,
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but by the affections of the soule, he withdrawed his hart from the Lord, and set it vpon vanitie, he departed far from him, in regard of the opposit and differing disposition.
but by the affections of the soul, he withdrawed his heart from the Lord, and Set it upon vanity, he departed Far from him, in regard of the opposite and differing disposition.
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God his volo, being his nolo, and his nolo being Gods volo. Secondly he went far, in regard of the great and many sinnes he did commit,
God his volo, being his nolo, and his nolo being God's volo. Secondly he went Far, in regard of the great and many Sins he did commit,
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for multiplication of sins is like multiplication of steps, which at length carry a man farre away from the place where he was:
for multiplication of Sins is like multiplication of steps, which At length carry a man Far away from the place where he was:
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Both these wayes may this prodigall be sayd to take his iourney into this faire country.
Both these ways may this prodigal be said to take his journey into this fair country.
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Thus hauing seene the meaning of the words, let vs now come to the instructions; the first shall be this.
Thus having seen the meaning of the words, let us now come to the instructions; the First shall be this.
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It is the nature of sinners, to fly from Gods presence, and get farre away out of his sight. It is the nature of Sinners, to fly from God's presence, and get Far away out of his sighed.
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This is there desire and indeuoure. See this prooued in the 21. of Iob. 14. so Ionah. 1.3. also confirmed by examples.
This is there desire and endeavour. See this proved in the 21. of Job 14. so Jonah. 1.3. also confirmed by Examples.
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Adam who hid himselfe in the bushes. These fled from God in their affections and by their sinnes; Adam who hid himself in the Bushes. These fled from God in their affections and by their Sins;
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& manifested it by a foolish desire, to conuey their bodily presence out of his sight. & manifested it by a foolish desire, to convey their bodily presence out of his sighed.
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Reasons. First the remembrance of his presence doth crosse them in there sinns; and that they would not be.Reasons. First the remembrance of his presence does cross them in there Sins; and that they would not be.
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Therefore they (purposing to sinne) get out of his sight (as they foolishly imagine) that so they may haue the more libertie.
Therefore they (purposing to sin) get out of his sighed (as they foolishly imagine) that so they may have the more liberty.
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Secondly, there is as great contrariety betwixt God & sinners, as there is betweene light and darknesse:
Secondly, there is as great contrariety betwixt God & Sinners, as there is between Light and darkness:
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how then is it possible for them to agree; therefore doth the sinner fly from his face:
how then is it possible for them to agree; Therefore does the sinner fly from his face:
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and by no meanes can abide his presence.
and by no means can abide his presence.
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Thirdly, sinne maketh a man Gods debter, for the law tyes him to obedience, if he faile in it, it binds him ouer to the curse,
Thirdly, sin makes a man God's debtor, for the law ties him to Obedience, if he fail in it, it binds him over to the curse,
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and the more a man sinneth, the further he runneth into arerages with God:
and the more a man Sinneth, the further he Runneth into arerages with God:
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Now experience teacheth, debtors care not for the sight of their creditors, especially if the bonds be forfet, and debt due:
Now experience Teaches, debtors care not for the sighed of their creditors, especially if the bonds be forfeit, and debt due:
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but so is it with euery sinner, and therefore no maruell if they fly from him.
but so is it with every sinner, and Therefore no marvel if they fly from him.
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Let vs therefore examine our selues, whether we be still in our sinnes, for hereby may we know it:
Let us Therefore examine our selves, whither we be still in our Sins, for hereby may we know it:
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dost thou loue Gods presence, and delight in it? dost thou set the Lord alwaies before thee, walking as in his sight with that kingly Prophet? dost thou loue his house,
dost thou love God's presence, and delight in it? dost thou Set the Lord always before thee, walking as in his sighed with that kingly Prophet? dost thou love his house,
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and the place where his honour dwelleth? dost thou bewaile his absence as the bitterest crosse:
and the place where his honour dwells? dost thou bewail his absence as the Bitterest cross:
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and neuer restest seeking with the spouse vntill thou hast found him? and canst thou long and looke for his appearing in glory, destring to be absent from the body, that thou maist be present with the Lord? are these things in thee in truth? dost thou find thy heart and soule thus affected? is it thus with thee? art thou sure of it? why then without question, thy sinns are pardoned debts discharged and thou at peace with God:
and never restest seeking with the spouse until thou hast found him? and Canst thou long and look for his appearing in glory, destring to be absent from the body, that thou Mayest be present with the Lord? Are these things in thee in truth? dost thou find thy heart and soul thus affected? is it thus with thee? art thou sure of it? why then without question, thy Sins Are pardoned debts discharged and thou At peace with God:
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But if it be otherwise, and if the contrary be in thee, if thou puttest God out of thy remembrance,
But if it be otherwise, and if the contrary be in thee, if thou puttest God out of thy remembrance,
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and canst not endure to haue him in all thy thoughts;
and Canst not endure to have him in all thy thoughts;
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if thou respectest not his house, but esteemest it as a iayle, being neuer well while thou art vnder his roofe, if thou respectest not his house, but esteemest it as a jail, being never well while thou art under his roof,
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and neuer better then when he is lost:
and never better then when he is lost:
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and if thou desirest that he might neuer appeare, or thou neuer by death or iudgement might be brought vnto him:
and if thou Desirest that he might never appear, or thou never by death or judgement might be brought unto him:
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Let me then tell thee to thy face thou art still in thy sinnes, thou art infinitely indebted to the eternall God, thou mayst euery day expect a capias corpus to be fetcht from hence and throwne into the iayle, from whence thou shalt not depart till the vttermost farthing be paied, which will neuer be. In the next place;
Let me then tell thee to thy face thou art still in thy Sins, thou art infinitely indebted to the Eternal God, thou Mayest every day expect a capias corpus to be fetched from hence and thrown into the jail, from whence thou shalt not depart till the uttermost farthing be paid, which will never be. In the next place;
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let this serue to admonish such, as would be able to endure Gods powerfull presence, especially at that great and terrible day:
let this serve to admonish such, as would be able to endure God's powerful presence, especially At that great and terrible day:
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to breake of their sinnes by vnfeined repentance, and labor to haue their debts discharged by Christ, for otherwise thou shalt call to the mountaines and hilles, to hide thee from his presence that sitteth on the throne.
to break of their Sins by unfeigned Repentance, and labour to have their debts discharged by christ, for otherwise thou shalt call to the Mountains and hills, to hide thee from his presence that Sitteth on the throne.
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In the Second place, wee may obserue this doctrine, The following of sinne is a forsaking of God, In the Second place, we may observe this Doctrine, The following of sin is a forsaking of God,
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and the further in sinne the further from God. The Scripture is plentifull in proofes, as Deut. 32.15. Iud. 2.11.12. 1. King. 11.33. Isa. 1.4. Ier. 2.5. & 5.7.and the further in sin the further from God. The Scripture is plentiful in proofs, as Deuteronomy 32.15. Iud. 2.11.12. 1. King. 11.33. Isaiah 1.4. Jeremiah 2.5. & 5.7.
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But doth not the Prophet affirme that it is impossible to fly from the presence of God? Psal. 139. wonderfull are the testimonies, the prophet there bringeth to amplifie Gods illimited presence, But does not the Prophet affirm that it is impossible to fly from the presence of God? Psalm 139. wonderful Are the testimonies, the Prophet there brings to amplify God's illimited presence,
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how then can this be true? In a word for answere, know that out of Gods reach no man can fly,
how then can this be true? In a word for answer, know that out of God's reach no man can fly,
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but out of his fauour he may, and from his awe by his rebellious will.
but out of his favour he may, and from his awe by his rebellious will.
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Thus doe sinners fly from God and forsake him, as I formerly shewed euen now in the opening of these words.
Thus do Sinners fly from God and forsake him, as I formerly showed even now in the opening of these words.
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And therefore it is now needlesse to stay your eares with a commemoration, of what I so lately said, now for the vses.
And Therefore it is now needless to stay your ears with a commemoration, of what I so lately said, now for the uses.
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First this setteth forth the miserable estate of all impenitents:
First this sets forth the miserable estate of all impenitents:
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there whole life is nothing else, but a wandring from the eternall God, in whose presence there is fullnes of ioy,
there Whole life is nothing Else, but a wandering from the Eternal God, in whose presence there is fullness of joy,
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and at whose right hand there is pleasures for euermore, like lost sheepe they stray out of Gods pastures into Satans inclosures, destruction and calamity must needes be in their waies, horror and shame will ceaze on them in the end.
and At whose right hand there is pleasures for evermore, like lost sheep they stray out of God's pastures into Satan enclosures, destruction and calamity must needs be in their ways, horror and shame will cease on them in the end.
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For loe they that are farr from thee shall perish, they shalbe destroied that goe a whoring from thee. For lo they that Are Far from thee shall perish, they shall destroyed that go a whoring from thee.
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He that leaues the light must needes walke in darknesse, and he that forsakes the God of life,
He that leaves the Light must needs walk in darkness, and he that forsakes the God of life,
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whether is he posting but to eternall death? when Cain went away from God, there was no more account made of him,
whither is he posting but to Eternal death? when Cain went away from God, there was no more account made of him,
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then of a vagrant, and vagabond, is their estate any better;
then of a vagrant, and vagabond, is their estate any better;
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who by commiting of sinne depart from the Lord, what are they but Cains, Outlawes, Rebels, Runnagates? trauelling as it were without a passe, whose fairest end, will be to be sent to the house of correction:
who by committing of sin depart from the Lord, what Are they but Cains, Outlaws, Rebels, Runagates? travelling as it were without a pass, whose Fairest end, will be to be sent to the house of correction:
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but greatly to be feared of most, to the place of execution.
but greatly to be feared of most, to the place of execution.
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Vse. 2. Admonition to such as are yet in their sinnes, and keepe a constant course in commiting of them, speedily to turne backe vnto the Lord and looke vpon him, (as Esay exhorteth) as you haue gone from him by sinning, turne to him againe by daily repenting, that it may be spoken of thee, Use. 2. Admonition to such as Are yet in their Sins, and keep a constant course in committing of them, speedily to turn back unto the Lord and look upon him, (as Isaiah exhorteth) as you have gone from him by sinning, turn to him again by daily repenting, that it may be spoken of thee,
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as Paul speaketh of the Ephesians. You who were once farre off are now made neere. Conclude with Dauid Psal. 119.28. It is good for me to draw neere vnto the Lord.
as Paul speaks of the Ephesians. You who were once Far off Are now made near. Conclude with David Psalm 119.28. It is good for me to draw near unto the Lord.
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Oh consider, aduisedly consider, the estate thou now liuest in, make a stop, and call to mind whether thou art going, thou hast kept a course of sinne from the first day of thy birth to this present houre, euery thought that came from thy heart hath beene a step;
O Consider, advisedly Consider, the estate thou now Livest in, make a stop, and call to mind whither thou art going, thou hast kept a course of sin from the First day of thy birth to this present hour, every Thought that Come from thy heart hath been a step;
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so euery word, and much more euery deed. Thus hast thou multiplied steps, and beene walking on for this twenty or thirty yeare,
so every word, and much more every deed. Thus hast thou multiplied steps, and been walking on for this twenty or thirty year,
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and whither hath thy course tended, surely to perdition and destruction, Thy feet goe downe to death,
and whither hath thy course tended, surely to perdition and destruction, Thy feet go down to death,
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and thy steps take hold on hell. and thy steps take hold on hell.
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Be wise now at the last, walke on no further in this way, Auoyde it, passe not by it, turne from it, and passe away; Be wise now At the last, walk on no further in this Way, Avoid it, pass not by it, turn from it, and pass away;
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the further thou goest, the more sighes, sobs, and teares it will cost, if euer thou returnest.
the further thou goest, the more sighs, sobs, and tears it will cost, if ever thou returnest.
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Take heede then that thou depart not further from the liuing God; if thou wilt persist and wilt not be reclaimed, why then, what remedy;Take heed then that thou depart not further from the living God; if thou wilt persist and wilt not be reclaimed, why then, what remedy;
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if thou wilt needs perish, perish;
if thou wilt needs perish, perish;
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but know that in the end it will prooue an euill thing, and a bitter, that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God.
but know that in the end it will prove an evil thing, and a bitter, that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God.
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Here wee see the reason why the wicked cry and are not heard, the reason is, they are too farre off;
Here we see the reason why the wicked cry and Are not herd, the reason is, they Are too Far off;
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much complaining there is of Gods deafnesse; hee will not heare when they cry; he is farre off when they call.
much complaining there is of God's deafness; he will not hear when they cry; he is Far off when they call.
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True it is, Salomon doth affirme it, but where lyeth the fault? in God,
True it is, Solomon does affirm it, but where lies the fault? in God,
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or in thee? surely in thy selfe, and none else, for God goeth not from man, but man from him.
or in thee? surely in thy self, and none Else, for God Goes not from man, but man from him.
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But wee play like some foolish Marriner, who sailing nigh some rocke, thinkes the rocke runnes from the ship,
But we play like Some foolish Mariner, who sailing High Some rock, thinks the rock runs from the ship,
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when indeed the ship sailes and the rocke stands still:
when indeed the ship sails and the rock Stands still:
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so we leaue the waies of God, and run our own courses, & then complaine the Lord hath forsaken vs, and is farre away.
so we leave the ways of God, and run our own courses, & then complain the Lord hath forsaken us, and is Far away.
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Draw neere to God by grace, he will be neere to thee in mercy. And there wasted his substance with riotous liuing.
Draw near to God by grace, he will be near to thee in mercy. And there wasted his substance with riotous living.
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] As it was not long after he had his substance that hee departed from his Father,] As it was not long After he had his substance that he departed from his Father,
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so was it not long after hee had left his Father that he departed from his substance.
so was it not long After he had left his Father that he departed from his substance.
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This is the fruit of forsaking God.
This is the fruit of forsaking God.
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A man that will forsake the Lord and cast away his gouernment, can neither keepe himselfe, A man that will forsake the Lord and cast away his government, can neither keep himself,
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nor the good gifts which God hath giuen him. But I will not prosecute this point.nor the good Gifts which God hath given him. But I will not prosecute this point.
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Obserue we here how this prodigall being ouer shoes, neuer rests till hee haue plunged himselfe ouer head and eares, he goeth on in sinne & maketh no stay till he come vnto the top; Observe we Here how this prodigal being over shoes, never rests till he have plunged himself over head and ears, he Goes on in sin & makes no stay till he come unto the top;
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being once impudent to call for his portion, he groweth past grace, and cares not how lewdly he spends it.
being once impudent to call for his portion, he grows passed grace, and Cares not how lewdly he spends it.
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This may teach vs this generall truth.
This may teach us this general truth.
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That it is the nature of the wicked not onely to sinne, but to proceede and make a progresse therein, going on from euill to worse, not ceasing till they come to the extreamity of prophanenesse. That it is the nature of the wicked not only to sin, but to proceed and make a progress therein, going on from evil to Worse, not ceasing till they come to the extremity of profaneness.
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This truth may be further prooued, Ier. 9.3. 2 Tim. 3.13. Isay 1.5. The Scriptures are full of examples (for the further confirmation of this point) both of the wicked and godly.
This truth may be further proved, Jeremiah 9.3. 2 Tim. 3.13. Saiah 1.5. The Scriptures Are full of Examples (for the further confirmation of this point) both of the wicked and godly.
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Thus was it with Eue, first she listened to the diuels temptation; secondly, she made a light resistance;
Thus was it with Eue, First she listened to the Devils temptation; secondly, she made a Light resistance;
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thirdly, shee began to doubt of what God had affirmed;
Thirdly, she began to doubt of what God had affirmed;
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fourthly, she grew in concupiscence, the eye like the hart lusted, and both of them desired the forbidden fruite;
fourthly, she grew in concupiscence, the eye like the heart lusted, and both of them desired the forbidden fruit;
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lastly, she fell to flat apostasie and rebellion. Thus was it with Cain, first, he was an hypocrite offering sacrifice only for fashion;
lastly, she fell to flat apostasy and rebellion. Thus was it with Cain, First, he was an hypocrite offering sacrifice only for fashion;
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secondly, when he perceiued God respected his brother better then himselfe, hee waxed angry and wrath;
secondly, when he perceived God respected his brother better then himself, he waxed angry and wrath;
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thirdly, hee grew to haue a deadly hatred; lastly, he became a most vnnaturall murtherer.
Thirdly, he grew to have a deadly hatred; lastly, he became a most unnatural murderer.
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Thus also Iudas was first an hypocrite, then a thiefe, then a lyar, lastly a traitour.
Thus also Iudas was First an hypocrite, then a thief, then a liar, lastly a traitor.
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What neede I speake of Dauid, Noah, Peter, and many others, who like a cloude of witnesses will prooue what hath beene deliuered.
What need I speak of David, Noah, Peter, and many Others, who like a cloud of Witnesses will prove what hath been Delivered.
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The reasons are many, one taken from the nature of sin, which will fret like a canker,
The Reasons Are many, one taken from the nature of since, which will fret like a canker,
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and like a gangrene, eate further and further:
and like a gangrene, eat further and further:
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Paul compareth it to leauen which is of a spreading nature, as Christ sheweth in the parable of the leauen, it ceaseth not vntill the whole be leauened. Paul compareth it to leaven which is of a spreading nature, as christ shows in the parable of the leaven, it ceases not until the Whole be leavened.
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So sinne getting once the heart, diffuseth it selfe ouer all the body, and neuer ceaseth vntill all be infected, it leaueneth the hand, the eye, the eare,
So sin getting once the heart, diffuseth it self over all the body, and never ceases until all be infected, it leaveneth the hand, the eye, the ear,
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and closely creepeth from part to part, till the whole man be leauened. Many other comparisons there are in Scripture, that doth set out the nature of it.
and closely creeps from part to part, till the Whole man be leavened. Many other comparisons there Are in Scripture, that does Set out the nature of it.
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A second reason is, because wilfulnesse in sinning silenceth conscience, and by degrees extinguisheth it;
A second reason is, Because wilfulness in sinning silenceth conscience, and by Degrees extinguisheth it;
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so it is no woonder they commit sinne with greedines, when this same Monitor is dead, or speechlesse.
so it is no wonder they commit sin with greediness, when this same Monitor is dead, or speechless.
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Thirdly, Because God often giueth vp such to the hardnesse of their owne hearts, as make no conscience of lesser sinnes, he forsaketh them who forsake him.
Thirdly, Because God often gives up such to the hardness of their own hearts, as make no conscience of lesser Sins, he Forsaketh them who forsake him.
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This secret iudgement the Prophet declareth, which fell on the olde Israelites for not hearing the voice of the Lord.
This secret judgement the Prophet Declareth, which fell on the old Israelites for not hearing the voice of the Lord.
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They would not be admonished nor reclaimed, Therefore he gaue them vp to the hardnesse of their hearts, and suffered them to walke in their owne counsels.
They would not be admonished nor reclaimed, Therefore he gave them up to the hardness of their hearts, and suffered them to walk in their own Counsels.
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Thus God doth punish sinne with sinne: the sinne that followeth is as a punishment of that which went before;
Thus God does Punish sin with sin: the sin that follows is as a punishment of that which went before;
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he punisheth the first sinne with a second, and the second with a third;
he Punisheth the First sin with a second, and the second with a third;
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and for their not obeying in smaller matters, hee giueth them vp to the swindge of their affections.
and for their not obeying in smaller matters, he gives them up to the swinge of their affections.
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A last reason may be, because the diuell driueth them by his temptations and prouocations.
A last reason may be, Because the Devil Driveth them by his temptations and provocations.
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Now then it is no woonder they runne so fast, for they whom the diuell driues feele no Leade on their heeles.
Now then it is no wonder they run so fast, for they whom the Devil drives feel no Lead on their heals.
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Seeing this is so, that it is the nature of the wicked to waxe worse and worse, adding sinne to sinne, not staying till they come to the extreamity of prophanenesse,
Seeing this is so, that it is the nature of the wicked to wax Worse and Worse, adding sin to sin, not staying till they come to the extremity of profaneness,
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as hath beene prooued by Scripture, example, and reasons.
as hath been proved by Scripture, Exampl, and Reasons.
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Then let wicked men take notice of their cursed condition and fearefull estate, for what sinne so foule that a wicked man may not,
Then let wicked men take notice of their cursed condition and fearful estate, for what sin so foul that a wicked man may not,
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nay is not likely to commit.
nay is not likely to commit.
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There is none so chast but may proue an vncleane adulterer, none so loyall but may prooue a perfidious traitour,
There is none so chaste but may prove an unclean adulterer, none so loyal but may prove a perfidious traitor,
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for what should hinder? Surely, if any thing doth, it must bee Gods restraining grace.
for what should hinder? Surely, if any thing does, it must be God's restraining grace.
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But what hope or promise hast thou, that thou shalt bee kept from comming to this height of sinne? Gods promise is onely to such as feare him, and not to thee.
But what hope or promise hast thou, that thou shalt be kept from coming to this height of sin? God's promise is only to such as Fear him, and not to thee.
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Blesse not then thy selfe from these grosse euils, for thou mayest prooue as vile a Nero, a Iulian, a Iudas, as euer the Sunne sawe,
Bless not then thy self from these gross evils, for thou Mayest prove as vile a Nero, a Iulian, a Iudas, as ever the Sun saw,
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or earth bare, there wants but a temptation to driue thee to the grossest euill;
or earth bore, there Wants but a temptation to driven thee to the Grossest evil;
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there is that leauen, that poyson in thee which (without Gods woonderfull power in restreining) will at last discouer it selfe in the practising and following of the most flagitious courses.
there is that leaven, that poison in thee which (without God's wondered power in restraining) will At last discover it self in the practising and following of the most flagitious courses.
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Oh how happy were it for thee if by this that hath beene said, the eyes of thy vnderstanding might bee opened, that thou mightst see thy selfe what thou art,
O how happy were it for thee if by this that hath been said, the eyes of thy understanding might be opened, that thou Mightest see thy self what thou art,
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and what thou art like to be. A second vse may be for further terrour to the wicked:
and what thou art like to be. A second use may be for further terror to the wicked:
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for doth sinne grow? so doth the wrath and vengeance of God grow;
for does sin grow? so does the wrath and vengeance of God grow;
c-acp vdz n1 vvi? av vdz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvi;
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thou that committest sinne, with euery sinne thou committest (and alas what word, action, thought, is not a sinne vnto thee) thou hordest vp a proportionable measure of wrath against the day of wrath, as Paul doth witnesse.
thou that Committest sin, with every sin thou Committest (and alas what word, actium, Thought, is not a sin unto thee) thou hordest up a proportionable measure of wrath against the day of wrath, as Paul does witness.
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Thus is euery wicked man a woefull hoarder vp of treasure.
Thus is every wicked man a woeful hoarder up of treasure.
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Thou that hearest this, or readest this, who art in thy naturall estate, consider aduisedly what is said, couldst thou number exactly the multitude of thy actions, both spirituall, naturall,
Thou that Hearst this, or Readest this, who art in thy natural estate, Consider advisedly what is said, Couldst thou number exactly the multitude of thy actions, both spiritual, natural,
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and ciuill, couldst thou reckon vp the millions of words, and put in the best words into the number, thou hast euer spoken, that euer passed betweene thy lips, &c. couldest thou summe vp the infinite number of thoughts that euer hath been in thy heart;
and civil, Couldst thou reckon up the millions of words, and put in the best words into the number, thou hast ever spoken, that ever passed between thy lips, etc. Couldst thou sum up the infinite number of thoughts that ever hath been in thy heart;
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if thou couldst doe this, thou mightest put downe in thy Catalogue so many sinnes;
if thou Couldst do this, thou Mightest put down in thy Catalogue so many Sins;
cs pns21 vmd2 vdi d, pns21 vmd2 vvi a-acp p-acp po21 n1 av d n2;
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and with euery of these make account for a measure of indignation and wrath proportionable to thy sinne.
and with every of these make account for a measure of Indignation and wrath proportionable to thy sin.
cc p-acp d pp-f d vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 j p-acp po21 n1.
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Oh consider this, the Lord Iesus giue you hearts seriously to consider it, and thinke of it;
O Consider this, the Lord Iesus give you hearts seriously to Consider it, and think of it;
uh vvb d, dt n1 np1 vvb pn22 n2 av-j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvb pp-f pn31;
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happy had it been for thee, thy mothers wombe had beene thy graue, or that thou hadst perished many yeares agoe,
happy had it been for thee, thy mother's womb had been thy graven, or that thou Hadst perished many Years ago,
j vhd pn31 vbn p-acp pno21, po21 ng1 n1 vhd vbn po21 n1, cc cst pns21 vhd2 vvn d n2 av,
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except thou repentest of thy sinnes, for long life in sinne is no blessing but a curse.
except thou Repentest of thy Sins, for long life in sin is no blessing but a curse.
c-acp pns21 vv2 pp-f po21 n2, p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1.
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Accursed shalt thou be though thou liuest an hundred yeares. Accursed shalt thou be though thou Livest an hundred Years.
vvn vm2 pns21 vbi cs pns21 vv2 dt crd n2.
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Thirdly, This may serue to informe our iudgements concerning the wicked man, and who he is:
Thirdly, This may serve to inform our Judgments Concerning the wicked man, and who he is:
ord, d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 vvg dt j n1, cc r-crq pns31 vbz:
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seest thou one to persist in euill, adding drunkennesse to thirst, going on from euill to worse? thou maiest then giue sentence that he is a wicked wretch:
See thou one to persist in evil, adding Drunkenness to thirst, going on from evil to Worse? thou Mayest then give sentence that he is a wicked wretch:
vv2 pns21 pi pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn, vvg n1 p-acp n1, vvg a-acp p-acp j-jn p-acp jc? pns21 vm2 av vvi n1 cst pns31 vbz dt j n1:
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True it is, thou canst not say he is a Reprobate, for God may call him in his good time,
True it is, thou Canst not say he is a Reprobate, for God may call him in his good time,
j pn31 vbz, pns21 vm2 xx vvi pns31 vbz dt n-jn, c-acp np1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 j n1,
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but for the present, thou maiest auouch (without crauing pardon) he is wicked. One Swallow maketh not a Summer, nor one Sinne a Sinner;
but for the present, thou Mayest avouch (without craving pardon) he is wicked. One Swallow makes not a Summer, nor one Sin a Sinner;
cc-acp p-acp dt j, pns21 vm2 vvi (p-acp vvg n1) pns31 vbz j. crd n1 vvz xx dt n1, ccx crd n1 dt n1;
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but, as we may iudge a man to be of such a Trade, if he follow it carely and late, earnestly and constantly,
but, as we may judge a man to be of such a Trade, if he follow it carely and late, earnestly and constantly,
cc-acp, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f d dt n1, cs pns31 vvb pn31 av-j cc av-j, av-j cc av-j,
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and (in a manner) busie himselfe in nothing else, so if a man trade in wickednesse,
and (in a manner) busy himself in nothing Else, so if a man trade in wickedness,
cc (p-acp dt n1) vvi px31 p-acp pix av, av cs dt n1 n1 p-acp n1,
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and make it his occupation, wee may be perswaded he is prophane.
and make it his occupation, we may be persuaded he is profane.
cc vvi pn31 po31 n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pns31 vbz j.
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Fourthly, Is this so, that when a man hath once giuen himselfe to sinne, he makes no stay,
Fourthly, Is this so, that when a man hath once given himself to sin, he makes no stay,
ord, vbz d av, cst c-crq dt n1 vhz a-acp vvn px31 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz dx n1,
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but runneth on to further degrees; then let it admonish euery one to take heed of the first beginnings of sin; sinne is deceitfull;
but Runneth on to further Degrees; then let it admonish every one to take heed of the First beginnings of since; sin is deceitful;
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nay, it is deceitfulnesse it selfe: Haue therefore no dealing with it.
nay, it is deceitfulness it self: Have Therefore no dealing with it.
uh-x, pn31 vbz n1 pn31 n1: vhb av dx n-vvg p-acp pn31.
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It playeth with vs, as the Leuites father in Law, perswading vs to stay this dinner, this night,
It plays with us, as the Levites father in Law, persuading us to stay this dinner, this night,
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and so at last makes vs stay two dayes longer then we would, or should:
and so At last makes us stay two days longer then we would, or should:
cc av p-acp ord vvz pno12 vvi crd n2 av-jc cs pns12 vmd, cc vmd:
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It saith as the sluggard, Yet a little sleepe, Yet a little slumber, A little folding of hands to sleepe, It Says as the sluggard, Yet a little sleep, Yet a little slumber, A little folding of hands to sleep,
pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, av dt j n1, av dt j n1, dt j n-vvg pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi,
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Yet a little more sinne, Yet a little more good fellowship, Yet a little more deceit;
Yet a little more sin, Yet a little more good fellowship, Yet a little more deceit;
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and so many of these littles make a great deale.
and so many of these littles make a great deal.
cc av d pp-f d n2-j vvi dt j n1.
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But what Solomon saith of the beginning of strife, is true, also of any other sinne; But what Solomon Says of the beginning of strife, is true, also of any other sin;
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it is as the opening of the waters, those that haue giuen the onset to Sin, haue as it were opened the floud-gates of impietie, which are not againe so easily shut,
it is as the opening of the waters, those that have given the onset to since, have as it were opened the floodgates of impiety, which Are not again so Easily shut,
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for the violence of the streame beareth all things before it:
for the violence of the stream bears all things before it:
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open not therefore those floud-gates, though it be but a little, the waters wil gush out, there is no easie stopping them:
open not Therefore those floodgates, though it be but a little, the waters will gush out, there is no easy stopping them:
vvb xx av d n2, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j, dt n2 vmb vvi av, pc-acp vbz dx j vvg pno32:
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Haue nothing to doe therefore with sinne, no not with the least sinne (for they doe but vsher great ones;
Have nothing to do Therefore with sin, no not with the least sin (for they do but usher great ones;
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and like little Rogues, being crept in at the window, open the doores for the biggar to come in) but keepe it off,
and like little Rogues, being crept in At the window, open the doors for the biggar to come in) but keep it off,
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euen as thou wouldest an enemie at the swords poynt, for if once it enter, it is like the vnwelcome guest, it will not away:
even as thou Wouldst an enemy At the swords point, for if once it enter, it is like the unwelcome guest, it will not away:
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Wickednesse is much easier to keepe out, then to cast out:
Wickedness is much Easier to keep out, then to cast out:
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While thou art on the the top of the hill, it is at thy choyce whether thou wilt thence throw thy selfe downe or not,
While thou art on thee the top of the hill, it is At thy choice whither thou wilt thence throw thy self down or not,
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but, if once thou throwest thy selfe down head-long, it is not at thy choyce to stay,
but, if once thou throwest thy self down headlong, it is not At thy choice to stay,
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before thou commest to the bottome.
before thou Comest to the bottom.
c-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1.
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They vtterly therefore delude themselues, and pittifully gull their owne soules, that running head-long into a course of sinning, conceiue an opinion to leaue sinne at their pleasure, what need they Saint it in their youths, they haue time enough to repent in their age? Oh that this Doctrine were well considered,
They utterly Therefore delude themselves, and pitifully gull their own Souls, that running headlong into a course of sinning, conceive an opinion to leave sin At their pleasure, what need they Saint it in their youths, they have time enough to Repent in their age? O that this Doctrine were well considered,
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surely it would take away this conceit, and euidently shew them their madnesse and folly,
surely it would take away this conceit, and evidently show them their madness and folly,
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for doth not custome proue another nature? doth it not bring such a hardnesse on the heart, as that man cannot repent;
for does not custom prove Another nature? does it not bring such a hardness on the heart, as that man cannot Repent;
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it is no easie matter for a man to forget that hee hath beene long a learning:
it is no easy matter for a man to forget that he hath been long a learning:
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bee admonished therefore to stay from entring into any vngodly courses. Wouldest thou keepe thy selfe from Murder, then represse rash anger; from Sodomie, flye adultery;
be admonished Therefore to stay from entering into any ungodly courses. Wouldst thou keep thy self from Murder, then repress rash anger; from Sodomy, fly adultery;
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from Periury, beware of common swearing;
from Perjury, beware of Common swearing;
p-acp n1, vvb pp-f j n-vvg;
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for as no man on the sodaine becommeth most excellent in virtue, so no man on the sodaine becommeth desperate in euill,
for as no man on the sudden becomes most excellent in virtue, so no man on the sudden becomes desperate in evil,
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but commeth to the height of sinne as it were by degrees:
but comes to the height of sin as it were by Degrees:
cc-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n2:
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and therefore none can be too warie or watchfull ouer himselfe in the preuenting of the first beginnings,
and Therefore none can be too wary or watchful over himself in the preventing of the First beginnings,
cc av pix vmb vbi av j cc j p-acp px31 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt ord n2,
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yea in killing and slaying of sinne, while it is in the thought, as men doe Serpents in the shell, and Rauens in their nest.
yea in killing and slaying of sin, while it is in the Thought, as men do Serpents in the shell, and Ravens in their nest.
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This is a high poynt of heauenly wisdome, and therefore let vs all be learners of it.
This is a high point of heavenly Wisdom, and Therefore let us all be learners of it.
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A last vse, is for our imitation, though not for the matter that is abominable, but for the manner of growing, let vs imitate them, for that is commendable:
A last use, is for our imitation, though not for the matter that is abominable, but for the manner of growing, let us imitate them, for that is commendable:
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they grow worse and worse, and from one degree of sin to another, why then, see that thou grow better and better, proceed from one degree of grace to another, to faith adde vertue, to vertue adde knowledge, &c. God in his Arithmetique loues addition in good, and substraction in euill; but the Deuil, contrarie:
they grow Worse and Worse, and from one degree of since to Another, why then, see that thou grow better and better, proceed from one degree of grace to Another, to faith add virtue, to virtue add knowledge, etc. God in his Arithmetic loves addition in good, and substraction in evil; but the devil, contrary:
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as then, hee that is vniust becommeth more vniust, so let him that is righteous become more righteous;
as then, he that is unjust becomes more unjust, so let him that is righteous become more righteous;
c-acp av, pns31 cst vbz j vvz av-dc j, av vvb pno31 cst vbz j vvi av-dc j;
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constancie and growth, if in goodnesse is a vertue, but if in vice, a sinne, be good,
constancy and growth, if in Goodness is a virtue, but if in vice, a sin, be good,
n1 cc n1, cs p-acp n1 vbz dt n1, cc-acp cs p-acp n1, dt n1, vbb j,
(8) verse (DIV2)
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and the Lord increase thy growth. Now wee will come nigher vnto the words [ And there, &c. ] Wherein obserue,
and the Lord increase thy growth. Now we will come nigher unto the words [ And there, etc. ] Wherein observe,
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first, what he did in this farre Countrey:
First, what he did in this Far Country:
ord, r-crq pns31 vdd p-acp d j n1:
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The Text saith, he wasted his substance, that portion which his father gaue him, hee spent and consumed: Secondly, how he spent it;
The Text Says, he wasted his substance, that portion which his father gave him, he spent and consumed: Secondly, how he spent it;
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it was with riotous liuing, he did not onely spend but mispend it, hee wasted it vpon Harlots, and in other flagitious courses.
it was with riotous living, he did not only spend but misspend it, he wasted it upon Harlots, and in other flagitious courses.
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The instructions that I doe gather from these words, are these two, first, that euery sinner is a great waster,
The instructions that I do gather from these words, Are these two, First, that every sinner is a great waster,
dt n2 cst pns11 vdb vvi p-acp d n2, vbr d crd, ord, cst d n1 vbz dt j n1,
(8) verse (DIV2)
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secondly, that Sinners spend and wast Gods good gifts in sins seruice:
secondly, that Sinners spend and wast God's good Gifts in Sins service:
ord, cst n2 vvb cc vvi n2 j n2 p-acp n2 n1:
(8) verse (DIV2)
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for the first of these, and the proofe of it, viz. that Sinners are wasters and spend-thrifts:
for the First of these, and the proof of it, viz. that Sinners Are wasters and spendthrifts:
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See it proued, by two or three instances, Take notice of the wast that Adam made, by sin at the very beginning, What a wast made he of his knowledge, wisdome, libertie, glorie, peace,
See it proved, by two or three instances, Take notice of the waste that Adam made, by since At the very beginning, What a waste made he of his knowledge, Wisdom, liberty, glory, peace,
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and other good gifts and graces, by forsaking of his God? Did he not loose that in sixe houres, which God was prouiding for him in sixe dayes? Consider Esau, what a wast made he? how many priuiledges lost he at once:
and other good Gifts and graces, by forsaking of his God? Did he not lose that in sixe hours, which God was providing for him in sixe days? Consider Esau, what a waste made he? how many privileges lost he At once:
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for first, he was by Nature, heire to the Couenant that God had made with his grandfather Abraham, which was, That God would be his God, for First, he was by Nature, heir to the Covenant that God had made with his grandfather Abraham, which was, That God would be his God,
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and the God of his seed after him. Secondly, he was heire to all his grandfathers and fathers lands.and the God of his seed After him. Secondly, he was heir to all his grandfathers and Father's Lands.
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Thirdly, all his brethren and sisters must doe reuerence vnto him: Now, all these he wasted and sold away:
Thirdly, all his brothers and Sisters must do Reverence unto him: Now, all these he wasted and sold away:
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but what had he? surely but one dish of meat, and that a meane one, A •esse of Pottage. The reasons may be these:
but what had he? surely but one dish of meat, and that a mean one, A •esse of Pottage. The Reasons may be these:
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First, they want wit, id est, spirituall wisdome, and vnderstanding to husband Gods blessings well, viz. to his glorie,
First, they want wit, id est, spiritual Wisdom, and understanding to husband God's blessings well, viz. to his glory,
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and their owne profit, and the good of others: what is not thus imployed, is but wastfully spent.
and their own profit, and the good of Others: what is not thus employed, is but wastefully spent.
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Secondly, they are so greatly in league and loue with their owne lusts, (as so many Harlots which they maintained,
Secondly, they Are so greatly in league and love with their own Lustiest, (as so many Harlots which they maintained,
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and keepe) that they thinke nothing too good, or too deare for them: What is layed out on them is leudly wasted:
and keep) that they think nothing too good, or too deer for them: What is laid out on them is lewdly wasted:
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They will at length wast all in maintayning these.
They will At length wast all in maintaining these.
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This in the first place may reproue such as iudge contrary iudgements, esteeming wicked worldlings, couetous misers,
This in the First place may reprove such as judge contrary Judgments, esteeming wicked worldlings, covetous misers,
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and others of the like stampe to be excellent husbands: True it is, they are still in trading, buying and selling, and seeme to thriue,
and Others of the like stamp to be excellent Husbands: True it is, they Are still in trading, buying and selling, and seem to thrive,
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but if the matter bee well weighed, they make but a sorrie gaine, they get earth, loose heauen, get a little vanitie,
but if the matter be well weighed, they make but a sorry gain, they get earth, lose heaven, get a little vanity,
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and vexation, and loose an eternall right of glorie, now is this any better then Esay his pennyworth? What gaine is this? What profit brings this? Is it profit to winne the whole world,
and vexation, and lose an Eternal right of glory, now is this any better then Isaiah his pennyworth? What gain is this? What profit brings this? Is it profit to win the Whole world,
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and loose the soule, which a thousand worlds cannot redeeme? this is but penny wise and pound foolish:
and lose the soul, which a thousand world's cannot Redeem? this is but penny wise and pound foolish:
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these courses are no thriuing courses, let vs therefore reforme our iudgements, and esteeme of them as they are indeed, great wasters and spend-thrifts.
these courses Are no thriving courses, let us Therefore reform our Judgments, and esteem of them as they Are indeed, great wasters and spendthrifts.
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Secondly, let it admonish euery one of vs, and such as are Masters, in a speciall manner to take heed of dealing with the wicked,
Secondly, let it admonish every one of us, and such as Are Masters, in a special manner to take heed of dealing with the wicked,
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for they are stroy-goods and spend-thrifts, they wast their owne goods, and what hope is there they will husband thine better,
for they Are stroy-goods and spendthrifts, they wast their own goods, and what hope is there they will husband thine better,
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nay doe they not bring Gods curse at their heeles, which will consume, and, like a Moth, fret what they goe about? hath not God threatned to curse whatsoeuer they put their hand vnto? Take heed then how any of you open your doores to a gracelesse person, without you want a waster and a spend-thrift;
nay do they not bring God's curse At their heals, which will consume, and, like a Moth, fret what they go about? hath not God threatened to curse whatsoever they put their hand unto? Take heed then how any of you open your doors to a graceless person, without you want a waster and a spendthrift;
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if so, then set open your doo es, and entertaine the wicked, and bid them welcome.
if so, then Set open your do es, and entertain the wicked, and bid them welcome.
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It may also admonish Parents, and put them in mind in matching of their children, to beware of such:
It may also admonish Parents, and put them in mind in matching of their children, to beware of such:
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Euery one desires to haue good Husbands for their daughters, and prouident Wiues for their sonnes;
Every one Desires to have good Husbands for their daughters, and provident Wives for their Sons;
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if so, then match with them that feare the Lord, for they will as well being in as lay out;
if so, then match with them that Fear the Lord, for they will as well being in as lay out;
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their eare and eye gathers, as well as heart and hand spends.
their ear and eye gathers, as well as heart and hand spends.
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But, as for the wicked, they lay out of the whole stocke, and haue no care of increasing of •heir goods,
But, as for the wicked, they lay out of the Whole stock, and have no care of increasing of •heir goods,
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and what good husbandrie is in this? In a word, let all be warned,
and what good Husbandry is in this? In a word, let all be warned,
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and of all let my councell be regarded, lest thou mourne at the last, when thy flesh and body are consumed:
and of all let my council be regarded, lest thou mourn At the last, when thy Flesh and body Are consumed:
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and say, How haue I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproofe.
and say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof.
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Now we come to the second poynt which I obserued, and that is this, The wicked spend Gods gifts in sins seruice.
Now we come to the second point which I observed, and that is this, The wicked spend God's Gifts in Sins service.
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read Hos. 2.8, 9. Where we may see how liberall and bountifull the Lord was vnto them;
read Hos. 2.8, 9. Where we may see how liberal and bountiful the Lord was unto them;
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hee gaue them Corne, Wine, and Oyle multiplyed their Siluer and their Gold, but these they imployed in the seruice of Baal, which they should haue imployed to the glorie of God. So Amos 6.4. they abuse these outward blessings, to gluttonie and drunkennesse. So see Rom. 3.13. as they thus abuse gifts of body, so also gifts of mind;
he gave them Corn, Wine, and Oil multiplied their Silver and their Gold, but these they employed in the service of Baal, which they should have employed to the glory of God. So Amos 6.4. they abuse these outward blessings, to gluttony and Drunkenness. So see Rom. 3.13. as they thus abuse Gifts of body, so also Gifts of mind;
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their Knowledge, they abuse to Gods dishonor, imploying it in curious prying and searching into hidden Mysteries;
their Knowledge, they abuse to God's dishonour, employing it in curious prying and searching into hidden Mysteres;
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their Wit and Learning also, they thus imploy, as doth euidently appeare in the Stories of Ieroboam, Saul, Achitophel, Hammon, Herod, and others.
their Wit and Learning also, they thus employ, as does evidently appear in the Stories of Jeroboam, Saul, Ahithophel, Hammon, Herod, and Others.
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I shall not need to stand further vpon the proofe, it beeing so euident, and therefore I will come to some vse.
I shall not need to stand further upon the proof, it being so evident, and Therefore I will come to Some use.
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And first, this serueth sharpely to reprooue thousands in the World, who thus abuse those gifts which they haue receyued from the Lord. And First, this serveth sharply to reprove thousands in the World, who thus abuse those Gifts which they have received from the Lord.
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How many are there to whom God hath giuen the fat of the earth? whose bellies he hath filled with his hid treasure? whose barnes are full? whose cup doth ouerflow? whose corne and oyle he hath wonderfully increased? that truely seeke to glorifie God by these their riches? Is it not a rare matter to find one amongst a thousand? Let experience speake, who more griping, more couetous, more proud, more forgetfull, more vnthankfull,
How many Are there to whom God hath given the fat of the earth? whose bellies he hath filled with his hid treasure? whose Barns Are full? whose cup does overflow? whose corn and oil he hath wonderfully increased? that truly seek to Glorify God by these their riches? Is it not a rare matter to find one among a thousand? Let experience speak, who more gripping, more covetous, more proud, more forgetful, more unthankful,
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then they who haue greatest aboundance of these outward things? Againe, doe not many spend their riches on gorgious attyre, vnbeseeming their places? vpon gorgeous buildings,
then they who have greatest abundance of these outward things? Again, do not many spend their riches on gorgeous attire, unbeseeming their places? upon gorgeous buildings,
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for the Screetch-owle and Batt to dwell in? vpon excessiue cheere, and vaine pleasure, spending more at one banquet,
for the Screetch-owle and Batt to dwell in? upon excessive cheer, and vain pleasure, spending more At one banquet,
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then would keepe twentie poore members of Christ Iesus, in good sort all their dayes? Are there not as many,
then would keep twentie poor members of christ Iesus, in good sort all their days? are there not as many,
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nay more, that doe offend in abusing the gifts of the body, imploying euery mēber therof to the seruice of sinne? their eyes making windowes of vanities, hauing their eares open to filthie talke, songs, and ribald speeech;
nay more, that do offend in abusing the Gifts of the body, employing every member thereof to the service of sin? their eyes making windows of vanities, having their ears open to filthy talk, songs, and ribald speeech;
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their tongues are not they vsed to cursing, and swearing, and blasmeming of the most sacred name of God, which they should feare and reuerence? their hands, are they not cursed instruments of sinne? wholly imployed in deceit, filching, or fighting, or the like:
their tongues Are not they used to cursing, and swearing, and blasmeming of the most sacred name of God, which they should Fear and Reverence? their hands, Are they not cursed Instruments of sin? wholly employed in deceit, filching, or fighting, or the like:
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Their feet, are not they imployed in walking in the waies of sinnes, to places of vncleannesse, Stage-playes, Bull-batings, Bawdy-houses,
Their feet, Are not they employed in walking in the ways of Sins, to places of uncleanness, Stageplays, Bull-batings, Bawdy houses,
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and other such like cages of vncleannesse? Doe not most of you thus vse those members, to his dishonour who hath bestowed them vpon you.
and other such like cages of uncleanness? Do not most of you thus use those members, to his dishonour who hath bestowed them upon you.
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Alas, alas, it is too too apparant.
Alas, alas, it is too too apparent.
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And as for these inward gifts, the gifts of mind, which God hath bestowed on men,
And as for these inward Gifts, the Gifts of mind, which God hath bestowed on men,
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as Wit, Knowledge, Learning, how are they abused? for the nourishing of contention, and the maintenance of iniurie, oppression, and iniustice.
as Wit, Knowledge, Learning, how Are they abused? for the nourishing of contention, and the maintenance of injury, oppression, and injustice.
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Thus then you see how many in the world come vnder this reproofe, let euery one of vs looke well vnto it,
Thus then you see how many in the world come under this reproof, let every one of us look well unto it,
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for he is one of a thousand that deserues not to be taxed: See therefore, and confesse your faylings, and imploy Gods gifts to his owne glorie.
for he is one of a thousand that deserves not to be taxed: See Therefore, and confess your failings, and employ God's Gifts to his own glory.
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Oh! consider how you will answer it;
Oh! Consider how you will answer it;
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should a louing Husband giue vnto his Wife rich iewels and fayre bracelets, and shee bestow them on a Stranger, could this be well taken? or should a King giue many Lordships,
should a loving Husband give unto his Wife rich Jewels and fair bracelets, and she bestow them on a Stranger, could this be well taken? or should a King give many Lordship's,
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and much Reuenewes vnto a Subiect, and he imploy them in the enemies seruice, would not all count him for a ranke Traytor? And what art thou better? God hath giuen thee many Iewels,
and much Revenues unto a Subject, and he employ them in the enemies service, would not all count him for a rank Traitor? And what art thou better? God hath given thee many Jewels,
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and bestowed on thee many Lordships, as thy tongue, thine eye, thy hands, thy bodie, thy soule;
and bestowed on thee many Lordship's, as thy tongue, thine eye, thy hands, thy body, thy soul;
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these thou wholly dost imploy in the seruice of Gods enemie:
these thou wholly dost employ in the service of God's enemy:
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thou giuest them to the Deuill, by thy blasphemie, drunkennesse, by thy pride, by thy vncleanenesse. Oh wretch!
thou givest them to the devil, by thy blasphemy, Drunkenness, by thy pride, by thy uncleanness. O wretch!
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to receiue thus with the one hand from the Lord, and to giue with the other vnto the Deuil.
to receive thus with the one hand from the Lord, and to give with the other unto the devil.
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But in a word, to conclude, remember all you that any way thus mispend these gifts of God:
But in a word, to conclude, Remember all you that any Way thus misspend these Gifts of God:
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I say, remember the seruant that was vnprofitable in not imploying his Masters Talent to his aduantage,
I say, Remember the servant that was unprofitable in not employing his Masters Talon to his advantage,
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but returned to him his owne, wrapped vp in a napkin:
but returned to him his own, wrapped up in a napkin:
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he (I say) had his portion in that Lake which burneth with Fire and Brimstone.
he (I say) had his portion in that Lake which burns with Fire and Brimstone.
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Now, if he were thus punished in not vsing of it, how shall you be plauged, who doe abuse them wickedly and malitiously to his dishonour:
Now, if he were thus punished in not using of it, how shall you be plagued, who do abuse them wickedly and maliciously to his dishonour:
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surely, if you perseuere herein, the hottest fire in Hell shall be your reward.
surely, if you persevere herein, the hottest fire in Hell shall be your reward.
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You that are in authoritie, (I speake to you and warne yee) abuse not your authoritie, peruert it not to iniustice, or oppression:
You that Are in Authority, (I speak to you and warn ye) abuse not your Authority, pervert it not to injustice, or oppression:
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Rich men, I speake to you, let not your wealth make you swell with pride, let it not cause you to be contentious:
Rich men, I speak to you, let not your wealth make you swell with pride, let it not cause you to be contentious:
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I speake vnto you all, and from the eternall God I warne you, not to abuse any good blessing that God hath giuen you,
I speak unto you all, and from the Eternal God I warn you, not to abuse any good blessing that God hath given you,
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for be you assured there will come a day of reckoning.
for be you assured there will come a day of reckoning.
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VERSE. 14. And when he had spent all, there arose a mightie famine in that land, and he began to be in want. VERSE. 14. And when he had spent all, there arose a mighty famine in that land, and he began to be in want.
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15. And he went and ioyned himselfe to a Citizen of that countrey, and he sent him into his fields to feede swine.15. And he went and joined himself to a Citizen of that country, and he sent him into his fields to feed Swine.
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16. And he would faine haue filled his bellie with the husks that the swine did eat:16. And he would feign have filled his belly with the husks that the Swine did eat:
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and no man gaue them vnto him.
and no man gave them unto him.
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IN these three verses, we haue laid downe to be considered the punishment of his sinne, which is common vpon the whole countrey with him, ver. 14. or personall on him in speciall, ver. 15.16. To come to some instructions briefly, which this 14. verse will afford, and so to hasten to the next verses, which are principally to bee weighed of vs. In generall we might obserue, That where sinne goeth before, punishment will follow after:
IN these three Verses, we have laid down to be considered the punishment of his sin, which is Common upon the Whole country with him, ver. 14. or personal on him in special, ver. 15.16. To come to Some instructions briefly, which this 14. verse will afford, and so to hasten to the next Verses, which Are principally to be weighed of us In general we might observe, That where sin Goes before, punishment will follow After:
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as we haue heard of his sinne, now here followes the wages: but I will onely name this.
as we have herd of his sin, now Here follows the wages: but I will only name this.
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And when he had spent all. i. e.And when he had spent all. i. e.
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All that portion the Father had bestowed, those common gifts which his father had giuen vnto him, these were they, that were spent and wasted. All that portion the Father had bestowed, those Common Gifts which his father had given unto him, these were they, that were spent and wasted.
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This may teach vs thus much. Common gifts are of a wasting nature: they may be vtterly spent and consumed, and finally be lost.
This may teach us thus much. Common Gifts Are of a wasting nature: they may be utterly spent and consumed, and finally be lost.
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Thus did Saul loose that portion of common gifts God had giuen him, for the text sayth, the spirit of God departed from him:
Thus did Saul lose that portion of Common Gifts God had given him, for the text say, the Spirit of God departed from him:
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not the spirit of regeneration, which worketh in the elect; for that dwelleth where it once entreth.
not the Spirit of regeneration, which works in the elect; for that dwells where it once entereth.
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But by spirit, we are there to vnderstand the common gifts of the spirit, as wisedome, fortitude,
But by Spirit, we Are there to understand the Common Gifts of the Spirit, as Wisdom, fortitude,
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and other morrall, ciuill, and ordinary gifts, wherewith Saul was endued, & which God had vouchsafed vnto him,
and other moral, civil, and ordinary Gifts, wherewith Saul was endued, & which God had vouchsafed unto him,
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for the enabling him to the duties of his gouernment;
for the enabling him to the duties of his government;
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as for the spirit of regeneration, and the sanctifying and sauing graces of that spirit, he neuer had. So also Heb. 6.4. the Apostle doth confirme this truth, where he sheweth, that some that are partakers of the holy Ghost, they may fall away:
as for the Spirit of regeneration, and the sanctifying and Saving graces of that Spirit, he never had. So also Hebrew 6.4. the Apostle does confirm this truth, where he shows, that Some that Are partakers of the holy Ghost, they may fallen away:
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Any common gift or grace, as knowledge, learning, or the like, may be lost:
Any Common gift or grace, as knowledge, learning, or the like, may be lost:
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and so for the things of this world, which God giues in a plentifull measure, to the men of this world, they are but of a wasting nature;
and so for the things of this world, which God gives in a plentiful measure, to the men of this world, they Are but of a wasting nature;
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For the world passeth away, and the lusts thereof, as Iohn affirmeth. For the world passes away, and the Lustiest thereof, as John Affirmeth.
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Vse. Let this teach vs to learne, to put a difference betwixt that portion, which God giueth to his children,Use. Let this teach us to Learn, to put a difference betwixt that portion, which God gives to his children,
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and to the wicked, betweene the earthly and heauenly inheritance: the one may be wasted by the vsing; the other shall be increased;
and to the wicked, between the earthly and heavenly inheritance: the one may be wasted by the using; the other shall be increased;
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the one may vtterly be spent: the other neuer:
the one may utterly be spent: the other never:
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most true it is, the sanctifying graces of Gods children are subiect to a kinde of abatement, and decrease;
most true it is, the sanctifying graces of God's children Are Subject to a kind of abatement, and decrease;
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for want of vsing, and renewing, but finally bee spent they cannot; for these gifts and graces are without repentance.
for want of using, and renewing, but finally be spent they cannot; for these Gifts and graces Are without Repentance.
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In the second place, let this serue for direction, what portion especially to chuse & seeke after, not that which is so readie to decay, but labour for a portion of a better nature,
In the second place, let this serve for direction, what portion especially to choose & seek After, not that which is so ready to decay, but labour for a portion of a better nature,
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namely, for that inheritance which is reserued in the heaners:
namely, for that inheritance which is reserved in the heaners:
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what folly is it for thee to spend thy time, and bestow thy paines, in getting that which is of no continuance, which will consume and wast like waxe before the Sunne:
what folly is it for thee to spend thy time, and bestow thy pains, in getting that which is of no Continuance, which will consume and wast like wax before the Sun:
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oh be more wise and chuse the better part, that shall neuer be taken from thee.
o be more wise and choose the better part, that shall never be taken from thee.
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Weane thy hart more and more from these perishing pleasures, and make choyce of that portion that endures for euer:
Wean thy heart more and more from these perishing pleasures, and make choice of that portion that endures for ever:
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get true faith, and other sauing graces, and be assured Hell gates shall neuer preuaile against thee.
get true faith, and other Saving graces, and be assured Hell gates shall never prevail against thee.
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Last vse, may be an vse of comfort, to all such as haue the sauing graces of Gods blessed spirit bestowed on them,
Last use, may be an use of Comfort, to all such as have the Saving graces of God's blessed Spirit bestowed on them,
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for the best portion God hath giuen thee, the goods of the permanent inheritance is thine, bee thou content that God shal distribute his moueables to whom he pleaseth.
for the best portion God hath given thee, the goods of the permanent inheritance is thine, be thou content that God shall distribute his moveables to whom he Pleases.
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Take thou thy part which is the better, goe thy way, and be thankfull, for thy free-hold is farre better then their coppie-hold:
Take thou thy part which is the better, go thy Way, and be thankful, for thy freehold is Far better then their copyhold:
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thou hast no cause to complaine. There arose a mightie famine in the land.
thou hast no cause to complain. There arose a mighty famine in the land.
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] By this famine is prefigured the want of al heauenly comfort, which how euer it was before, in this land of sinne, ] By this famine is prefigured the want of all heavenly Comfort, which how ever it was before, in this land of sin,
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yet he felt it not before, and therefore it is said, he began to be a hungrie. i. e. to feele it.
yet he felt it not before, and Therefore it is said, he began to be a hungry. i. e. to feel it.
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The point that I will note is this; The region of sinne is a land of famine.
The point that I will note is this; The region of sin is a land of famine.
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There is no food for the soule to be found in it: There is no food for the soul to be found in it:
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As no corne to be had but in Egypt, so no succour but in the Church of GOD, in all the world else there is a great dearth.
As no corn to be had but in Egypt, so no succour but in the Church of GOD, in all the world Else there is a great dearth.
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This Salomon doth confirme in his Ecclesiastes. All the world can afford, is but vanitie and wind vnto the soule;
This Solomon does confirm in his Ecclesiastes. All the world can afford, is but vanity and wind unto the soul;
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nay, so farre is it from satisfying and refreshing of the soule, that the best things it can afford, doth but oppresse and vexe it.
nay, so Far is it from satisfying and refreshing of the soul, that the best things it can afford, does but oppress and vex it.
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Sinne is meerly contrary to the soule of man, as poyson to mans bodie; this then cannot saue but destroy.
Sin is merely contrary to the soul of man, as poison to men body; this then cannot save but destroy.
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It is a way of darkenesse, therefore comfortlesse. Pro. 4.19. How vncomfortable was the darknesse of Egypt, to Pharaoh and his subiects.
It is a Way of darkness, Therefore comfortless. Pro 4.19. How uncomfortable was the darkness of Egypt, to Pharaoh and his Subjects.
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Let vs apply this to our selues.
Let us apply this to our selves.
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And first behold the miserable, wretched, and deplored estate of all such as remaine within the borders of their sinnes;
And First behold the miserable, wretched, and deplored estate of all such as remain within the borders of their Sins;
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these are like for euer to perish, and be affamished:
these Are like for ever to perish, and be affamished:
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to perish, and to perish by famine, what more grieuous? Better is hee that perisheth by the sword,
to perish, and to perish by famine, what more grievous? Better is he that Perishes by the sword,
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then he that perisheth by this:
then he that Perishes by this:
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they that be slaine by the sword are better then they that are slaine with hunger. For those pine away. they that be slain by the sword Are better then they that Are slain with hunger. For those pine away.
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No other punishment is so tedious; they are dispatched in an instant; onely famine is like hell, where euery part is pained, a man being alreadie dying, yet neuer dead.
No other punishment is so tedious; they Are dispatched in an instant; only famine is like hell, where every part is pained, a man being already dying, yet never dead.
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And yet this is but the famine of the bodie, behold a greater famine then this, a famine of the word: And yet this is but the famine of the body, behold a greater famine then this, a famine of the word:
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a famine of the soule, which most sustaine, yet feele not, know not: the one is felt and bewayled, the other not respected nor regarded.
a famine of the soul, which most sustain, yet feel not, know not: the one is felt and bewailed, the other not respected nor regarded.
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What God sayd to the Church of Laodicea, may truly be sayd to many thousands in these dayes, thou sayest thou art rich and increased with goods, and hast need of nothing,
What God said to the Church of Laodicea, may truly be said to many thousands in these days, thou Sayest thou art rich and increased with goods, and haste need of nothing,
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and knowest not that thou art poore, blind, miserable, wretched, naked. and Knowest not that thou art poor, blind, miserable, wretched, naked.
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May not this be spoken to many in this Cittie, who haue their corne and wine increase, their cups run ouer, their bodies fat,
May not this be spoken to many in this city, who have their corn and wine increase, their cups run over, their bodies fat,
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and in good liking, thou thinkest thou art rich, increased with goods, and art in good case,
and in good liking, thou Thinkest thou art rich, increased with goods, and art in good case,
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and hast need of nothing, when alas, thou knowest not thou art poore, miserable, and readie to be starued.
and hast need of nothing, when alas, thou Knowest not thou art poor, miserable, and ready to be starved.
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Oh that you did know it, you prophane ones, whose bones are well couered with flat and flesh, I would that you could feele it,
O that you did know it, you profane ones, whose bones Are well covered with flat and Flesh, I would that you could feel it,
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then should not Gods pastures be contemned & trodden vnder foot, nor Gods waters fouled;
then should not God's pastures be contemned & trodden under foot, nor God's waters fouled;
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then should not Gods seruants need to spend their strength, & wast their spirits, in calling vpon you to come and drinke,
then should not God's Servants need to spend their strength, & wast their spirits, in calling upon you to come and drink,
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nay you would cry with Sisera, giue me drinke, or else I perish. But this famine is not felt nor discerned.
nay you would cry with Sisera, give me drink, or Else I perish. But this famine is not felt nor discerned.
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Where shal one find that man that complaineth for want of meanes, these birds are rare ones;
Where shall one find that man that Complaineth for want of means, these Birds Are rare ones;
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but to finde one, nay, many that say, they haue enough, is no hard matter, they heare once a weeke, once a moneth, once a quarter,
but to find one, nay, many that say, they have enough, is no hard matter, they hear once a Week, once a Monn, once a quarter,
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and their soules are in as good a case to God-ward, as the best.
and their Souls Are in as good a case to Godward, as the best.
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But is this like, thy soule can be in so good plight, with so little food? Can that thriue well when it is, bereaued of her daily meales,
But is this like, thy soul can be in so good plighted, with so little food? Can that thrive well when it is, bereaved of her daily meals,
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and weekly feasts, which she should haue? be more wise, and well consider of the matter:
and weekly feasts, which she should have? be more wise, and well Consider of the matter:
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what mans heart doth not ake, that hath in him any sparke of remorse, to passe by your Prison grates in this your Citie,
what men heart does not ache, that hath in him any spark of remorse, to pass by your Prison grates in this your city,
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and there to see such gastly countenances, & heare such rufull complaints, for want of food.
and there to see such ghastly countenances, & hear such rueful complaints, for want of food.
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But had euery soule a grate to looke through, and liberty to cry for her selfe, a thousand times more lamentable would the cry be in all places and companies where you come.
But had every soul a grate to look through, and liberty to cry for her self, a thousand times more lamentable would the cry be in all places and companies where you come.
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This may serue for exhortation, to leaue this barren land, which affords nothing but famine and scarcity,
This may serve for exhortation, to leave this barren land, which affords nothing but famine and scarcity,
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and returne to thy Fathers house, for there is plentie: haue some pittie on those poore soules of yours, which are committed to your trust,
and return to thy Father's house, for there is plenty: have Some pity on those poor Souls of yours, which Are committed to your trust,
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for a small time, and for which thou must assuredly stand, before Gods tribunall, and render an account:
for a small time, and for which thou must assuredly stand, before God's tribunal, and render an account:
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let vs consider how by it we liue and breath, should that leaue vs but a little,
let us Consider how by it we live and breath, should that leave us but a little,
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for a moment, we should returne vnto the dust, and be but a dead corps;
for a moment, we should return unto the dust, and be but a dead corpse;
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and shall we not feed it? oh be more wise, giue it the bread of life,
and shall we not feed it? o be more wise, give it the bred of life,
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as well as thy bodie the bread of wheat; let thy soule haue her meales daily and duely, as well as thy bodie hers:
as well as thy body the bred of wheat; let thy soul have her meals daily and duly, as well as thy body hers:
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suffer her not to be starued with these inferiour things: they are pauca, parua, praua, few in number, small in measure, bad in abuse;
suffer her not to be starved with these inferior things: they Are pauca, Parua, Praua, few in number, small in measure, bad in abuse;
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there is bread enough in your Fathers house, why doe you then sicken your spirits in a voluntary want,
there is bred enough in your Father's house, why do you then sicken your spirits in a voluntary want,
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and fast from it, which is able to feast a world of faithfull guests? And he began to be in necessitie.
and fast from it, which is able to feast a world of faithful guests? And he began to be in necessity.
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] The countrey being punished with a great famine, the Prodigall is here sayd to haue his share in it, ] The country being punished with a great famine, the Prodigal is Here said to have his share in it,
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as these words & the words following do make manifest.
as these words & the words following do make manifest.
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Wherin obserue, first, his distresse, which is laid downe briefly in these words, but more largely, ver. 16. Secondly, his shift in this his distresse, with the effects of it. ver. 15.
Wherein observe, First, his distress, which is laid down briefly in these words, but more largely, ver. 16. Secondly, his shift in this his distress, with the effects of it. ver. 15.
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For the first, he began to be in necessitie; he had made great wast, and now he sustaines great want:
For the First, he began to be in necessity; he had made great waste, and now he sustains great want:
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how iustly is he payd home in his owne kind: here in generall wee may learne this lesson;
how justly is he paid home in his own kind: Here in general we may Learn this Lesson;
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God doth often punish sinne in it owne kinde: God does often Punish sin in it own kind:
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of what kinde is the sinne, of the same kinde shall the punishment bee, proper and proportionable to their offences. of what kind is the sin, of the same kind shall the punishment be, proper and proportionable to their offences.
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This may plentifully be prooued out of Gods booke:
This may plentifully be proved out of God's book:
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this was Gods dealing with Dauid, he sinned in numbering of the people, and God doth punish him in diminishing of the number:
this was God's dealing with David, he sinned in numbering of the people, and God does Punish him in diminishing of the number:
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so, for his sinne of adulterie, as he defiled the bed of another, so should others defile his;
so, for his sin of adultery, as he defiled the Bed of Another, so should Others defile his;
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thus did God deale with Abab, who shed the bloud of innocent Naboth, in the place where dogs licked vp the bloud of Naboth, should dogs licke vp his bloud also. Thus was Pharaoh payed also; thus did God deal with Abab, who shed the blood of innocent Naboth, in the place where Dogs licked up the blood of Naboth, should Dogs lick up his blood also. Thus was Pharaoh paid also;
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he drowned the males of Israell, and he himselfe shall be drowned in the red sea.
he drowned the males of Israel, and he himself shall be drowned in the read sea.
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Not to heape vp more places (which were a thing easie, if as needfull) take notice of that one in the first of Iudges, verse 7. and so an end; Not to heap up more places (which were a thing easy, if as needful) take notice of that one in the First of Judges, verse 7. and so an end;
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threescore and tenne Kings had their thumbs and great toes cut off by Adoni bez•h, and were made to gather their meat vnder his Table:
threescore and tenne Kings had their thumbs and great toes Cut off by Adoni bez•h, and were made to gather their meat under his Table:
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at last he himselfe is taken, and his thumbs and toes are cut off also:
At last he himself is taken, and his thumbs and toes Are Cut off also:
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now heare what he himselfe professeth, As I haue done, so hath the Lord requited me.
now hear what he himself Professes, As I have done, so hath the Lord requited me.
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The Lord payd him home in his kind, his punishment was in the like, proper and proportionable to his offence.
The Lord paid him home in his kind, his punishment was in the like, proper and proportionable to his offence.
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This is that same retaliation of sinne, which God returnes into their owne bosomes that harbour it. This is that same retaliation of sin, which God returns into their own bosoms that harbour it.
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The reasons of the Lords so dealing may be these;
The Reasons of the lords so dealing may be these;
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First, hereby his Iustice is cleared, and the mouth of iniquitie stopped, for what hath man to say for himselfe,
First, hereby his justice is cleared, and the Mouth of iniquity stopped, for what hath man to say for himself,
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how can he complaine of iniustice, so long as he receiueth his owne, and is repayd with his owne coyne.
how can he complain of injustice, so long as he receiveth his own, and is repaid with his own coin.
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A second reason may be in respect of others; hereby the sinner is better put in remembrance of that sinne for which they suffered:
A second reason may be in respect of Others; hereby the sinner is better put in remembrance of that sin for which they suffered:
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for this kind of punishment presenteth the sin, as it were visible before our eyes; know the punishment, know the sinne;
for this kind of punishment presents the since, as it were visible before our eyes; know the punishment, know the sin;
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remember the punishment, remember the offence.
Remember the punishment, Remember the offence.
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Now let vs apply this to our selues (for herein lyes the life of doctrine) first then seeing this is so, let euery one looke to haue his sinne brought vpon his owne head:
Now let us apply this to our selves (for herein lies the life of Doctrine) First then seeing this is so, let every one look to have his sin brought upon his own head:
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thou that art a swearer, looke that as thy tongue spettes abroad the flames of hell,
thou that art a swearer, look that as thy tongue spettes abroad the flames of hell,
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so shall the flames of hell bee poured vpon thy tongue:
so shall the flames of hell be poured upon thy tongue:
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thou drunkard be thou assured, that as now thou wilt not keepe the cup of satierie from thy mouth;
thou drunkard be thou assured, that as now thou wilt not keep the cup of satierie from thy Mouth;
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so God will one day hold vnto it the cup of vengeance; a cup of wine, of mixed wine shalt thou drinke, to the very bottome: so God will one day hold unto it the cup of vengeance; a cup of wine, of mixed wine shalt thou drink, to the very bottom:
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thou adulterer looke to haue fire added to thy fire, the fire of hell to the fire of lust:
thou adulterer look to have fire added to thy fire, the fire of hell to the fire of lust:
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art thou mercilesse, hauing no regard of the afflictions of Ioseph; iudgement merciles shall be shewed vnto thee, thou Diues looke to it, who now wastest so many tunnes of wine, the time wil come thou shalt not procure a pot of water, art thou merciless, having no regard of the afflictions of Ioseph; judgement merciless shall be showed unto thee, thou Diues look to it, who now wastest so many tons of wine, the time will come thou shalt not procure a pot of water,
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nay, not one droppe to coole thy tongue:
nay, not one drop to cool thy tongue:
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art thou a couetous extortioner, or a griping vsurer, expect that thy posteritie shall be deuoured by it,
art thou a covetous extortioner, or a gripping usurer, expect that thy posterity shall be devoured by it,
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and thy house eaten vp by the extortioner.
and thy house eaten up by the extortioner.
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Let me further apply this to you that are inferiours, art thou a disobedient child vnto thy parents? dost thou contemne thy fathers and mothers wholesome admonition, as Hophny and Phineas did the counsell of their father Ely? or dost thou mock and scoffe at them for their infirmities,
Let me further apply this to you that Are inferiors, art thou a disobedient child unto thy Parents? dost thou contemn thy Father's and mother's wholesome admonition, as Hophni and Phinehas did the counsel of their father Ely? or dost thou mock and scoff At them for their infirmities,
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as cursed Ham did? or dost thou beguile them, or closely conuay any of their goods from them,
as cursed Ham did? or dost thou beguile them, or closely convey any of their goods from them,
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as Micah from his mother? or art thou sicke of the mother, or longest thou after the death of thy father as Esau did? Be thou assured, who euer thou art, that there is a iust God in heauen, who (if euer he bestow posterity on thee) may withhold his grace from them,
as micah from his mother? or art thou sick of the mother, or longest thou After the death of thy father as Esau did? Be thou assured, who ever thou art, that there is a just God in heaven, who (if ever he bestow posterity on thee) may withhold his grace from them,
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& suffer them to be as disobedient, scornefull, theeuish, vndutifull to thee as now thou art to thine,
& suffer them to be as disobedient, scornful, thievish, undutiful to thee as now thou art to thine,
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and see thou expect it without repentance:
and see thou expect it without Repentance:
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so thou that art a seruant, dost thou giue stubborne, or moyling answeres to thy master or mistresse,
so thou that art a servant, dost thou give stubborn, or moiling answers to thy master or mistress,
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as Hagar to Sara; or sleeuelesse answeres, as Gehezi to Elisha? or dost thou belye thy master, or falsely accuse him,
as Hagar to Sarah; or sleeveless answers, as Gehazi to Elisha? or dost thou belie thy master, or falsely accuse him,
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as Ziba did Mephibosheth? or runnest thou from thy master, and wilt not abide with him,
as Ziba did Mephibosheth? or runnest thou from thy master, and wilt not abide with him,
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like the seruant of Shimei; or pickest and pilferest from him, as Onesimus from Philemon? Looke then to reape, euen as thou sowest;
like the servant of Shimei; or pickest and pilferest from him, as Onesimus from Philemon? Look then to reap, even as thou sowest;
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and to be payed home in thy owne kinde;
and to be paid home in thy own kind;
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for God is iust, and what hath beene may be, as God hath dealt with others, he may deale with thee.
for God is just, and what hath been may be, as God hath dealt with Others, he may deal with thee.
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A second vse we may make of this is, to teach vs in time of any iudgement or affliction that lyeth on vs, to labour for spirituall wisedome, that by the punishment we may come to see what the sinne is, that is the cause thereof;
A second use we may make of this is, to teach us in time of any judgement or affliction that lies on us, to labour for spiritual Wisdom, that by the punishment we may come to see what the sin is, that is the cause thereof;
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for by the kinde of the punishment we may very often come to find out the kinde of the offence.
for by the kind of the punishment we may very often come to find out the kind of the offence.
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Art thou slandered and backe-bitten, are there reports raised of thee that are not true? why, it may be thy heart can tell thee that thou hast slandered others.
Art thou slandered and backe-bitten, Are there reports raised of thee that Are not true? why, it may be thy heart can tell thee that thou hast slandered Others.
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Hast thou disobedient children, seruants, &c. call to mind thy former wayes, it is to be feared such disobedience was then in thee. Hast thou disobedient children, Servants, etc. call to mind thy former ways, it is to be feared such disobedience was then in thee.
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And so in all other kinds of punishments, or manner of iudgements whatsoeuer, take them,
And so in all other Kinds of punishments, or manner of Judgments whatsoever, take them,
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and lay them on thy sinne, as salue vpon a sore, so shall we make them profitable;
and lay them on thy sin, as salve upon a soar, so shall we make them profitable;
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yea, this benefit will come of it, we shall iustifie God, iudge our selues, and preuent further iudgements, that otherwise wee may looke to fall vpon our heads.
yea, this benefit will come of it, we shall justify God, judge our selves, and prevent further Judgments, that otherwise we may look to fallen upon our Heads.
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In the third and last place, this doctrine will affoorde much comfort to the children of God,
In the third and last place, this Doctrine will afford much Comfort to the children of God,
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for as God doth thus punish according to the manner of our sinning, so will he reward according to the manner and measure of our walking.
for as God does thus Punish according to the manner of our sinning, so will he reward according to the manner and measure of our walking.
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Many notable examples are recorded in Scriptures, of Gods gracious dealing in this kinde also towards those that haue beene obedient, for our comfort and encouragement.
Many notable Examples Are recorded in Scriptures, of God's gracious dealing in this kind also towards those that have been obedient, for our Comfort and encouragement.
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The widdow of Sarepta shee relieued the Prophet of the Lord, wherefore God relieued her and her whole family, for the meale wasted not, neither did the oyle faile.
The widow of Sarepta she relieved the Prophet of the Lord, Wherefore God relieved her and her Whole family, for the meal wasted not, neither did the oil fail.
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So Ebed-melech saued the life of Ieremiah, and therefore had his owne life giuen him as a prey.
So Ebed-melech saved the life of Jeremiah, and Therefore had his own life given him as a prey.
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Many other examples might bee brought. Oh how should this incourage vs to all good workes!
Many other Examples might be brought. O how should this encourage us to all good works!
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What a spurre would this be if it were well considered to well doing? Let it be considered of vs,
What a spur would this be if it were well considered to well doing? Let it be considered of us,
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and let it stirre vs vp to do good to gods Church, and people:
and let it stir us up to do good to God's Church, and people:
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Doe good to them, thou dost good to thy selfe, for thou shalt receiue measure for measure, good for good, blessing for blessing. This is generall.
Do good to them, thou dost good to thy self, for thou shalt receive measure for measure, good for good, blessing for blessing. This is general.
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Now we might here further take notice of the cursed disposition of the wicked, who though they be miserable in regard they are strangers from the life of God,
Now we might Here further take notice of the cursed disposition of the wicked, who though they be miserable in regard they Are Strangers from the life of God,
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yet doe they not know their misery, vntill by want of earthly comforts they be brought to necessity.
yet do they not know their misery, until by want of earthly comforts they be brought to necessity.
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This prodigall was miserable before, yet hee felt not his misery vntill now:
This prodigal was miserable before, yet he felt not his misery until now:
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and now hauing lost all, and consumed his portion, it is said, he began to be in necessity;
and now having lost all, and consumed his portion, it is said, he began to be in necessity;
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that is, he began to feele himselfe to be in misery.
that is, he began to feel himself to be in misery.
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Thus then it often falleth out, that so long as Gods creatures are enioyed, the great want of God himselfe is not felt.
Thus then it often falls out, that so long as God's creatures Are enjoyed, the great want of God himself is not felt.
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But of this I shall haue occasion to speake more, when I come to speake of the occasion or motiues of his conuersion.
But of this I shall have occasion to speak more, when I come to speak of the occasion or motives of his conversion.
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Now then to the next verse. Then he went and claue, &c. ] Though this prodigall beginnes to feele his misery,
Now then to the next verse. Then he went and clave, etc. ] Though this prodigal begins to feel his misery,
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yet he returneth not home vnto his Father; but trieth further, and seeketh other meanes to supply his neede.
yet he returns not home unto his Father; but trieth further, and seeks other means to supply his need.
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In him behold the corrupt disposition of man by nature, Who being in misery assaieth all other meanes for deliuerance,
In him behold the corrupt disposition of man by nature, Who being in misery assayeth all other means for deliverance,
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before hee flyeth vnto God for helpe. before he flies unto God for help.
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To his Father this prodigall will not goe, till a failing in other courses doth enforce him:
To his Father this prodigal will not go, till a failing in other courses does enforce him:
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to God man will not seeke, vntill a kinde of absolute necessity doth compell him. See this prooued in the example of the Israelites;
to God man will not seek, until a kind of absolute necessity does compel him. See this proved in the Exampl of the Israelites;
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who being afflicted for their sinnes, and hedged in with troubles and grieuous afflictions, runne vnto their Idols,
who being afflicted for their Sins, and hedged in with Troubles and grievous afflictions, run unto their Idols,
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and follow after their louers, hoping and expecting deliuerance from them.
and follow After their lovers, hoping and expecting deliverance from them.
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They betake not themselues vnto the Lord, vntill they see themselues crossed in their wicked courses,
They betake not themselves unto the Lord, until they see themselves crossed in their wicked courses,
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and are out of hope by any other meanes to haue helpe or deliuerance out of their present misery;
and Are out of hope by any other means to have help or deliverance out of their present misery;
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and then shall she say I will goe and returne vnto my first husband;
and then shall she say I will go and return unto my First husband;
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that is, they shall then resolue and determine to forsake their Idols, and returne vnto the Lord, and of him seeke helpe.
that is, they shall then resolve and determine to forsake their Idols, and return unto the Lord, and of him seek help.
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Thus was it also with Ephraim and with Iudah. For when Ephraim saw his sicknesse, and Iudah his wound:
Thus was it also with Ephraim and with Iudah. For when Ephraim saw his sickness, and Iudah his wound:
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then went Ephraim to the Assyrian, and sent to King Iareb. then went Ephraim to the assyrian, and sent to King Jareb.
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God was not sought to, nor enquired after vntill hee was to Ephraim as a Lyon, and as a young Lyon to the house of Iacob,
God was not sought to, nor inquired After until he was to Ephraim as a lion, and as a young lion to the house of Iacob,
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vntill he did hide himselfe and returne vnto his place, then did they acknowledge their offence, and seeke his face;
until he did hide himself and return unto his place, then did they acknowledge their offence, and seek his face;
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yea, in their affliction they did seeke him early, saying, Come, and let vs returne vnto the Lord, for he hath torne, and he will heale vs, hee hath smitten,
yea, in their affliction they did seek him early, saying, Come, and let us return unto the Lord, for he hath torn, and he will heal us, he hath smitten,
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and hee will binde vs vp. and he will bind us up.
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What shall I need to speake of Saul, of Asa, and others, of whom Scripture maketh mention, who haue sought to others,
What shall I need to speak of Saul, of Asa, and Others, of whom Scripture makes mention, who have sought to Others,
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before they sought vnto the Lord. The reasons may bee these. First, Faith is wanting, they doubt either of Gods power, that he can;
before they sought unto the Lord. The Reasons may be these. First, Faith is wanting, they doubt either of God's power, that he can;
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or of his mercy, that hee will helpe them;
or of his mercy, that he will help them;
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and therefore it is no woonder they seeke to other helpes, and flye not to the Lord.
and Therefore it is no wonder they seek to other helps, and fly not to the Lord.
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Secondly, There is a quarrell betwixt God and them by reason of sinne;
Secondly, There is a quarrel betwixt God and them by reason of sin;
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now we know how hardly that man is brought to seeke helpe of his neighbour that is at ods with him, he will rather seeke farre then be beholding to him;
now we know how hardly that man is brought to seek help of his neighbour that is At ods with him, he will rather seek Far then be beholding to him;
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and so is it with the sinner towards God. This may serue first for reproofe of such as herein imitate this prodigall;
and so is it with the sinner towards God. This may serve First for reproof of such as herein imitate this prodigal;
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if they beginne to bee an hungry to haue a sight of their sinnes, or if they be in any other distresse flye to vaine helpes. if they begin to be an hungry to have a sighed of their Sins, or if they be in any other distress fly to vain helps.
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Thus doth the Papist, who hath his seuerall Saint for each seuerall sicknesse, to S. Anne they flye in pouerty, to S. Roch they flye in sicknesse, to S. Vrbane in time of hunger, to S. Margaret in the time of trauell.
Thus does the Papist, who hath his several Saint for each several sickness, to S. Anne they fly in poverty, to S. Roch they fly in sickness, to S. Urban in time of hunger, to S. Margaret in the time of travel.
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What shall I stand reckoning vp their rabble of vnknown Saints, to whom they seeke for themselues and others, allotting to one the head , to another the eyes , to another the teeth , to another the necke , to another the belly ,
What shall I stand reckoning up their rabble of unknown Saints, to whom they seek for themselves and Others, allotting to one the head, to Another the eyes, to Another the teeth, to Another the neck, to Another the belly,
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and to each of them they flye according to their needs.
and to each of them they fly according to their needs.
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Should now that question be propounded to them which Eliphay did once to Iob, To which of the Saints wilt thou turne? They would quickly make answere, I to this, I to that, they want not for Saints to turne vnto;
Should now that question be propounded to them which Eliphay did once to Job, To which of the Saints wilt thou turn? They would quickly make answer, I to this, I to that, they want not for Saints to turn unto;
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for the number of their hee-Saints and shee-Saints is so great, as that they haue no more roome left in the Kalender to put others in.
for the number of their hee-Saints and shee-Saints is so great, as that they have no more room left in the Calendar to put Others in.
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But to come to our selues: But to come to our selves:
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Many amongst vs come vnder this reproofe, who in time of their distresse withdraw their hearts from the Almighty, vsing sorrie shifts, yea, sinnefull courses,
Many among us come under this reproof, who in time of their distress withdraw their hearts from the Almighty, using sorry shifts, yea, sinful courses,
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for the relieuing and easing of themselues:
for the relieving and easing of themselves:
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are they inwardly troubled with a sight of their sinnes, terrour of conscience, or the like? then they seeke and haue a foolish hope to deceiue this their inward anguish by some by-imployments;
Are they inwardly troubled with a sighed of their Sins, terror of conscience, or the like? then they seek and have a foolish hope to deceive this their inward anguish by Some by-imployments;
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thus, going to a stage-play, reading of some merry bookes;
thus, going to a stageplay, reading of Some merry books;
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a game at Cards, or Tables are held to be excellent helpes against these spirituall qualmes and melancholy fits,
a game At Cards, or Tables Are held to be excellent helps against these spiritual qualms and melancholy fits,
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as they please to terme them; or are they outwardly crossed, themselues or their Children strangely visited, or their Cattle lost,
as they please to term them; or Are they outwardly crossed, themselves or their Children strangely visited, or their Cattle lost,
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or languishing with any extraordinary disease? then by and by they seeke to this cunning man or that cunning woman;
or languishing with any extraordinary disease? then by and by they seek to this cunning man or that cunning woman;
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then they run either to Baalzebub the God of Ekron, or to Beelzebub the Prince of diuells for helpe;
then they run either to Baalzebub the God of Ekron, or to Beelzebub the Prince of Devils for help;
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they expect succour either of the witch of Endor, as Saul did; or flye to the wizard of Pether, as Baalak did;
they expect succour either of the witch of Endor, as Saul did; or fly to the vizard of Pether, as Baalak did;
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or to the sorcerer of Babel, as Nebuchadnezar did, one wizard or other must be found out.
or to the sorcerer of Babel, as Nebuchadnezzar did, one vizard or other must be found out.
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And thus they forsake the Lord that made them, flying to the diuell himselfe for succour and reliefe.
And thus they forsake the Lord that made them, flying to the Devil himself for succour and relief.
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This sinne is rife and common, yea, so common as it is counted but a cipher.
This sin is rife and Common, yea, so Common as it is counted but a cipher.
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When Saul sought vnto the witch, we reade, Hee changed his garment that he might not be knowne;
When Saul sought unto the witch, we read, He changed his garment that he might not be known;
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but in these daies men are growne more bold, they change neither coate nor countenance.
but in these days men Are grown more bold, they change neither coat nor countenance.
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Obser. But oftentimes we haue helpe by seeking, and were it not lawfull thus to seeke for helpe, Observation But oftentimes we have help by seeking, and were it not lawful thus to seek for help,
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why doth God giue them such power of curing? First, the diuell (being indeed very skilfull in things naturall) doth often, yea,
why does God give them such power of curing? First, the Devil (being indeed very skilful in things natural) does often, yea,
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for the most part, recompence this homage and seruice done vnto him, with a cure of the disease or sicknesse;
for the most part, recompense this homage and service done unto him, with a cure of the disease or sickness;
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yet know, that it is but a pittifull cure where the diuell is physition;
yet know, that it is but a pitiful cure where the Devil is Physician;
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and better were it for thee to die of thy disease, then to be thus cured.
and better were it for thee to die of thy disease, then to be thus cured.
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Secondly, I answere, God permitteth this to bee, not that we should trust them, but to try vs whether we will depart from him, yea, or no.
Secondly, I answer, God permitteth this to be, not that we should trust them, but to try us whither we will depart from him, yea, or no.
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What Moses saith of the false Prophet, may bee spoke of them in this case, If there arise among you a Prophet,
What Moses Says of the false Prophet, may be spoke of them in this case, If there arise among you a Prophet,
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or a dreamer of dreames, and giueth thee a signe or wonder; and the signe or wonder come to passe whereof hee spake vnto thee:
or a dreamer of dreams, and gives thee a Signen or wonder; and the Signen or wonder come to pass whereof he spoke unto thee:
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You shall not hearken to his words.
You shall not harken to his words.
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For the Lord your Good prooueth you, to know whether you loue the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soule. For the Lord your Good proveth you, to know whither you love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul.
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So then, we see though the things doe come to passe that they foretell, yet are they not to be belieued.
So then, we see though the things do come to pass that they foretell, yet Are they not to be believed.
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Let all such consider this as either haue or doe seeke to these helpes for succour;
Let all such Consider this as either have or do seek to these helps for succour;
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and remember Saul neuer went to the witch of Endor till God had left him, as he himselfe confesseth.
and Remember Saul never went to the witch of Endor till God had left him, as he himself Confesses.
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Others there are that make Gods vnto themselues, for their deliuerance of riches, freinds, pollicie, Others there Are that make God's unto themselves, for their deliverance of riches, Friends, policy,
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and power, seeking not to God for helpe, but wholly rest vpon these vaine things, which will at length prooue as the Reed of Aegypt, which will not onely breake when it is leaned on,
and power, seeking not to God for help, but wholly rest upon these vain things, which will At length prove as the Reed of Egypt, which will not only break when it is leaned on,
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but (flying into splinters) doth pierce the hand of him that trusted on it. But for a second vse:
but (flying into splinters) does pierce the hand of him that trusted on it. But for a second use:
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Let euery of vs be exhorted to relye onely vpon the Lord, and in time of distresse to runne to him who will relieue vs both freely, and speedily.
Let every of us be exhorted to rely only upon the Lord, and in time of distress to run to him who will relieve us both freely, and speedily.
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Take heede, take heed of vsing any in direct course, be so much the more watchfull ouer your selues, by how much you are most proane vnto it.
Take heed, take heed of using any in Direct course, be so much the more watchful over your selves, by how much you Are most proane unto it.
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The seede of this sin is in the very best, and often sprouteth forth to our great shame;
The seed of this since is in the very best, and often sprouteth forth to our great shame;
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say thou with Dauid in euery distresse, It is good for mee to draw neere vnto the Lord. say thou with David in every distress, It is good for me to draw near unto the Lord.
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For assuredly, this is the onely way that will bring a man peace at the latter end.
For assuredly, this is the only Way that will bring a man peace At the latter end.
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Ʋnto a Citizen. ] The farre Countrey (as wee haue heard) is the region of sinne. Ʋnto a Citizen. ] The Far Country (as we have herd) is the region of sin.
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Now this Citizen may seeme to represent the prince of darkenesse, with his cursed confederates, the reprobate Angels, called Citizens in the kingdome of sinne,
Now this Citizen may seem to represent the Prince of darkness, with his cursed confederates, the Reprobate Angels, called Citizens in the Kingdom of sin,
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because they haue not onely sinned, but they abide and continue in sinne, they dwell in it, and cannot leaue it.
Because they have not only sinned, but they abide and continue in sin, they dwell in it, and cannot leave it.
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But let him be whom hee will, he was but a hard master towards this his seruant, he put him to base worke,
But let him be whom he will, he was but a hard master towards this his servant, he put him to base work,
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and gaue him but small wages, not foode for his belly.
and gave him but small wages, not food for his belly.
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Learne then, Those that refuse to giue seruice vnto God, shall be enforced to serue a worse master, Deut. 28.47.48.
Learn then, Those that refuse to give service unto God, shall be Enforced to serve a Worse master, Deuteronomy 28.47.48.
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And what doth the scripture speake of such as are not conuerted nor returned to the Lord, doth it not say such are ruled by the God of this world, id est. the Deuil:
And what does the scripture speak of such as Are not converted nor returned to the Lord, does it not say such Are ruled by the God of this world, id est. the devil:
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who works in the hearts of the children of disobedience doth it not testifie, that such are in the snare of the Diuell being taken captiue of him at his will.
who works in the hearts of the children of disobedience does it not testify, that such Are in the snare of the devil being taken captive of him At his will.
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Reason there are but 2. Lords and commanders of the whole world. God and the Diuell:
Reason there Are but 2. lords and commanders of the Whole world. God and the devil:
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forsaking the seruice of the one, we must needs goe into the vineyard of the other, there is no remedy.
forsaking the service of the one, we must needs go into the vineyard of the other, there is no remedy.
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The vse of this is, for admonition to vs that we know how we leaue Gods house and seruice, that we cast not of the yoke of the Lord our God,
The use of this is, for admonition to us that we know how we leave God's house and service, that we cast not of the yoke of the Lord our God,
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for if we refuse to se•ue him let vs be assured, we shall serue others whose seruice we shall find more hard,
for if we refuse to se•ue him let us be assured, we shall serve Others whose service we shall find more hard,
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and wages most wofull at the last:
and wages most woeful At the last:
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there is no fishing like vnto the sea, no seruice like vnto God, and to the Kings:
there is no fishing like unto the sea, no service like unto God, and to the Kings:
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keepe still then in the house of God; neuer comes a better.
keep still then in the house of God; never comes a better.
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Oh remember that you are Gods sworne seruants, and haue taken the blessed sacrament vpon it, that you will be obedient vnto him,
O Remember that you Are God's sworn Servants, and have taken the blessed sacrament upon it, that you will be obedient unto him,
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and fight against the world, flesh and deuill, and that valiantly and constantly vnto your liues end:
and fight against the world, Flesh and Devil, and that valiantly and constantly unto your lives end:
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beware lest you be found guilty of periurie and apostacie from the liuing God:
beware lest you be found guilty of perjury and apostasy from the living God:
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make good what you haue promised and vowed to the Lord before his Saints and blessed Angels, who are witnesses of thy couenant:
make good what you have promised and vowed to the Lord before his Saints and blessed Angels, who Are Witnesses of thy Covenant:
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Call him not only Lord Lord as many do: but let him indeed be thy Lord as few doe. Call him not only Lord Lord as many doe: but let him indeed be thy Lord as few doe.
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Did seruice consist in wearing of a liuery or taking of wages or giuing good words,
Did service consist in wearing of a livery or taking of wages or giving good words,
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then God should haue seruants enough:
then God should have Servants enough:
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but there must be more, obedience is required, in a cheerefull doing all that is enioyned:
but there must be more, Obedience is required, in a cheerful doing all that is enjoined:
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be not then stubborne, withdraw not the shoulder from yeilding obedience vnto the Almighty;
be not then stubborn, withdraw not the shoulder from yielding Obedience unto the Almighty;
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carry thy selfe in all things like a dutifull seruant, deserue not to be cast out,
carry thy self in all things like a dutiful servant, deserve not to be cast out,
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lest thou sing the song of this prodigall.
lest thou sing the song of this prodigal.
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How many hired seruants in my fathers house haue bread enough, and I perish for hunger. How many hired Servants in my Father's house have bred enough, and I perish for hunger.
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This master is liberal, he giues the best wages and for the easiest worke: euery one of his seruants are aduanced to be sonns:
This master is liberal, he gives the best wages and for the Easiest work: every one of his Servants Are advanced to be Sons:
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euery sonne is an heire, euery heire a king: euery king hath an eternal kingdome: thus God rewards with honour, but Satan with shame:
every son is an heir, every heir a King: every King hath an Eternal Kingdom: thus God rewards with honour, but Satan with shame:
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do not then by swearing, by drunkennesse and such like sinnes, thrust thy selfe out of Gods doores,
do not then by swearing, by Drunkenness and such like Sins, thrust thy self out of God's doors,
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and enter into the seruice of that beggerly master the Diuell, who hath nothing to giue his followers,
and enter into the service of that beggarly master the devil, who hath nothing to give his followers,
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but hell and euer lasting torments, keepe then in Gods seruice and thou art made for euer.
but hell and ever lasting torments, keep then in God's service and thou art made for ever.
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And he sent him to his feilds to feede swine ] By farme or feilds wee may vnderstand this world, by swine, sinners, wicked, And he sent him to his fields to feed Swine ] By farm or fields we may understand this world, by Swine, Sinners, wicked,
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and vngodly men of the world; his feeding of them, is his keeping company & conuersing with them.
and ungodly men of the world; his feeding of them, is his keeping company & conversing with them.
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This seemes to be the morrall exposition of these words.
This seems to be the moral exposition of these words.
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Now for some instruction, and first in that the wicked are compared to swine, wee may obserue thu• much.
Now for Some instruction, and First in that the wicked Are compared to Swine, we may observe thu• much.
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Men without grace are no better then beasts without reason, they are swinish, brutish. Men without grace Are no better then beasts without reason, they Are swinish, brutish.
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Hence it is that the holy Ghost (who can giue most congruous names to natures) doth so frequently in scripture, compare the wicked to bruit and sauage creatures;
Hence it is that the holy Ghost (who can give most congruous names to nature's) does so frequently in scripture, compare the wicked to bruit and savage creatures;
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sometimes to Lyons, somtimes to Doggs, sometimes to Bores, sometimes to Bulls, sometimes to Horses, and Mules, sometimes to Woulfes, sometimes to Foxes: sometimes to the Oxe and Asse, otherwhiles to Swine: doe not all these names serue to set forth their brutish disposition.
sometime to Lyons, sometimes to Dogs, sometime to Boars, sometime to Bulls, sometime to Horses, and Mules, sometime to Wolves, sometime to Foxes: sometime to the Ox and Ass, otherwhiles to Swine: do not all these names serve to Set forth their brutish disposition.
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Reasons of this point may be these, first because man by sinne degenerateth into the nature of the beast, by it he loseth the right vse of his vnderstanding, which is the very thing that maketh them men,
Reasons of this point may be these, First Because man by sin degenerateth into the nature of the beast, by it he loses the right use of his understanding, which is the very thing that makes them men,
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and doth distinguish them from bruites. This the Prophet sheweth plainely in the 49. Psal. the 20. verse.
and does distinguish them from bruits. This the Prophet shows plainly in the 49. Psalm the 20. verse.
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Where he saith that man being in honor and vnderstandeth not, is like to the beasts that perish.
Where he Says that man being in honour and understandeth not, is like to the beasts that perish.
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Here the Prophet sheweth that mans honour aboue the beasts, is his vnderstanding, which he loosing by sinne, doth degenerate into the dishonourable ranke of bruit creatures.
Here the Prophet shows that men honour above the beasts, is his understanding, which he losing by sin, does degenerate into the dishonourable rank of bruit creatures.
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Secondly, because wicked men giue vp themselues to be led by sence and appetite, like the bruit beast who followeth his owne lust and no other perswasion:
Secondly, Because wicked men give up themselves to be led by sense and appetite, like the bruit beast who follows his own lust and no other persuasion:
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they will not liue by rules of renewed reason;
they will not live by rules of renewed reason;
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perswasions to leaue sin, and take better courses can no more preuaile with them then with a beast:
persuasions to leave since, and take better courses can no more prevail with them then with a beast:
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this reason Peter giues in his second epistle the second chapter and the 12. verse, this reason Peter gives in his second epistle the second chapter and the 12. verse,
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so the Prophet Ieremiah, expresseth this property in the wicked Iewes, where he saith, that like full fed horses, euerie one neigheth after his Neighbours wife.
so the Prophet Jeremiah, Expresses this property in the wicked Iewes, where he Says, that like full fed Horses, every one neigheth After his Neighbours wife.
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The vse we are to make of this poynt is manifold; first, it may serue to shew vs the cursed and malignant qualitie of sinnes:
The use we Are to make of this point is manifold; First, it may serve to show us the cursed and malignant quality of Sins:
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which Circes like doth transforme men into beasts, and maketh those who at the beginning were made after Gods owne Image most glorious and beautifull, to be more vgly in the sight of God then the most brutish creature that he hath made.
which Circes like does transform men into beasts, and makes those who At the beginning were made After God's own Image most glorious and beautiful, to be more ugly in the sighed of God then the most brutish creature that he hath made.
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Secondly, it may teach vs how to esteeme of the wicked, surely as God himselfe esteemes of them, no better then of beasts;
Secondly, it may teach us how to esteem of the wicked, surely as God himself esteems of them, no better then of beasts;
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nay, well were it for them, if they were no worse, for when the beast dies, his misery ends,
nay, well were it for them, if they were no Worse, for when the beast die, his misery ends,
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but when these die, their vnhappinesse begins:
but when these die, their unhappiness begins:
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These are the heard of vncleane Swine, whereinto to the Deuil is entred, and will at length fling them into that bottomlesse Lake.
These Are the herd of unclean Swine, whereinto to the devil is entered, and will At length fling them into that bottomless Lake.
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Thirdly, let wicked men take notice of their owne base estate and condition, who though they be neuer so great, rumbling it in Caroches, riding on their Palfreyes;
Thirdly, let wicked men take notice of their own base estate and condition, who though they be never so great, rumbling it in Caroches, riding on their Palfreys;
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yet if sinfull and gracelesse, they are no better then the beasts that draw them, then the horse that carries them; nay, worser in Gods account.
yet if sinful and graceless, they Are no better then the beasts that draw them, then the horse that carries them; nay, Worse in God's account.
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What man would indure to be called a beast, to be termed an Asse, an Owle, a Dogge,
What man would endure to be called a beast, to be termed an Ass, an Owl, a Dog,
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or the like? yet the brutish practises of many, shew they are no better.
or the like? yet the brutish practises of many, show they Are no better.
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How many liue like Swine, rooting in the earth, trampling vnder their feet the holy things of God? contemning the Word and Sacraments,
How many live like Swine, rooting in the earth, trampling under their feet the holy things of God? contemning the Word and Sacraments,
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and wallow in the myre of vncleanenesse and drunkennesse? How many resemble the Horse and Mule, who will not indure bit or bridle, nothing can curbe them or keepe them in compasse? mercies, iudgements, promises, threatnings, all are too little, their Rider they will cast,
and wallow in the mire of uncleanness and Drunkenness? How many resemble the Horse and Mule, who will not endure bit or bridle, nothing can curb them or keep them in compass? Mercies, Judgments, promises, threatenings, all Are too little, their Rider they will cast,
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and giue him a farewell with their heeles, such iadish trickes too many vse.
and give him a farewell with their heals, such jadish tricks too many use.
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What a number of two-leg'd Dogges are abroad in the world of all sorts and kinds? some resemble the Mastiffe, worrying Christs Lambes, by grinding the faces of the poore;
What a number of two-leged Dogs Are abroad in the world of all sorts and Kinds? Some resemble the Mastiff, worrying Christ Lambs, by grinding the faces of the poor;
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some haue the qualitie of the Spaniell, fawning and flattering, good for nothing but to fetch and carrie; tale-bearers, busie-bodies:
Some have the quality of the Spaniel, fawning and flattering, good for nothing but to fetch and carry; talebearers, busybodies:
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Others, of the Greyhound, out-running all moderation, running in all excesse of riot, spending on backe and belly their whole patrimonie:
Others, of the Greyhound, outrunning all moderation, running in all excess of riot, spending on back and belly their Whole patrimony:
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There are many also resemble your bawling Curres, Raylers, Reuilers of God and goodnesse:
There Are many also resemble your bawling Curs, Railers, Revilers of God and Goodness:
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And as many the Bloud-hound, persecuters of the Saints and seruants of God, who are neuer well till they haue their bloud to drinke.
And as many the Bloodhound, persecuters of the Saints and Servants of God, who Are never well till they have their blood to drink.
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Thus wee see how manie resemble these bruites in their practises, who (notwithstanding) would thinke foule scorne so to be esteemed:
Thus we see how many resemble these bruits in their practises, who (notwithstanding) would think foul scorn so to be esteemed:
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but thou wicked gracelesse person, whosoeuer thou be, esteeme as highly of thy selfe as thou wilt,
but thou wicked graceless person, whosoever thou be, esteem as highly of thy self as thou wilt,
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yet thou art a very bruit, and no better, God doth so account thee, and who dares otherwise esteeme of thee.
yet thou art a very bruit, and no better, God does so account thee, and who dares otherwise esteem of thee.
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Fourthly and lastly, let this teach vs not to satisfie nor content our selues in this;
Fourthly and lastly, let this teach us not to satisfy nor content our selves in this;
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that hauing speech and reason, we goe beyond birds, beasts, and other creeping things, vnlesse by grace and goodnesse wee excell, and goe beyond vnregenerated persons;
that having speech and reason, we go beyond Birds, beasts, and other creeping things, unless by grace and Goodness we excel, and go beyond unregenerated Persons;
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for else, though thou dost retaine both the place and shape of a man, yet being in thy qualities and properties like a beast, thou art no better in the eyes of God.
for Else, though thou dost retain both the place and shape of a man, yet being in thy qualities and properties like a beast, thou art no better in the eyes of God.
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To feed Swine ] Here is the worke this new Master did imploy this Prodigall in; to keepe his Pigges:To feed Swine ] Here is the work this new Master did employ this Prodigal in; to keep his Pigs:
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Here was a sorrie preferment, to forsake his sonne-ship, and become a Swine-heard. The poynt we may from hence learne, is this: Here was a sorry preferment, to forsake his sonship, and become a Swineherd. The point we may from hence Learn, is this:
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The seruice of Satan is a most base seruice. The service of Satan is a most base service.
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What more base then this, to keepe at the Hogges-trough, and serue sinne? yet this is the worke whereabout he was imployed: What more base then this, to keep At the Hogges-trough, and serve sin? yet this is the work whereabout he was employed:
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so then, his seruice is but base drudgerie;
so then, his service is but base drudgery;
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neuer did the Taske-masters of Aegypt impose on the Israelites so base a worke, as Satan on his slaues;
never did the Taskmasters of Egypt impose on the Israelites so base a work, as Satan on his slaves;
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for their making Bricke was not vnlawfull, but these must doe that onely for the Deuill that is vnlawfull;
for their making Brick was not unlawful, but these must do that only for the devil that is unlawful;
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euerie brutish lust must be yeelded to; euerie lewd and sinnefull companion conuersed with; the bodie must be defiled; the soule and conscience corrupted;
every brutish lust must be yielded to; every lewd and sinful Companion conversed with; the body must be defiled; the soul and conscience corrupted;
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yea, all their workes and waies polluted:
yea, all their works and ways polluted:
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What was the seruice whereabout Ammon, Iudas, Achitophel, were imployed? was it not most base,
What was the service whereabout Ammon, Iudas, Ahithophel, were employed? was it not most base,
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and vile? and why is it that the Holy Ghost compares sinne to the myre,
and vile? and why is it that the Holy Ghost compares sin to the mire,
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nay, to the dogges vomit, if it were not to set for the basenesse of it.
nay, to the Dogs vomit, if it were not to Set for the baseness of it.
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Such as the Master is, such must needes his seruice be:
Such as the Master is, such must needs his service be:
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now Satan, is become the verie basest of all Gods creatures, therefore his seruice must needes be base:
now Satan, is become the very Basest of all God's creatures, Therefore his service must needs be base:
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he can imploy his, in no better seruice then he hath for them, viz. to rake continually in the stinking kennels of sinne, whereby to staine and poyson themselues, yea the whole World.
he can employ his, in no better service then he hath for them, viz. to rake continually in the stinking kennels of sin, whereby to stain and poison themselves, yea the Whole World.
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The Vse that we are to make of this, may be first for reproofe of such as glorie in their shame, bragging and boasting of their base seruitude, of their wicked sinnefull and flagitious courses which they daily follow,
The Use that we Are to make of this, may be First for reproof of such as glory in their shame, bragging and boasting of their base servitude, of their wicked sinful and flagitious courses which they daily follow,
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and thinke it to be a credit, to sweare, swagger, drinke, carouse, and the like:
and think it to be a credit, to swear, swagger, drink, carouse, and the like:
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surely, if it be a credit to be a drudge and slaue vnto the Deuil, to be at the command of euerie base lust,
surely, if it be a credit to be a drudge and slave unto the devil, to be At the command of every base lust,
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and to be imployed about the basest scullerie, then they haue whereof to boast. Deceiue thy selfe no longer, thou prophane liuer, but see thy condition;
and to be employed about the Basest scullery, then they have whereof to boast. Deceive thy self no longer, thou profane liver, but see thy condition;
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bragge and boast of thy freedome, and priuiledges, wealth, and worship neuer so much, yet know thou art but a drudge,
brag and boast of thy freedom, and privileges, wealth, and worship never so much, yet know thou art but a drudge,
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and a base drudge, being at the command of euerie lust be it neuer so vile,
and a base drudge, being At the command of every lust be it never so vile,
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and canst thou be free? no, no, thou art not free till Christ doth make the free,
and Canst thou be free? no, no, thou art not free till christ does make the free,
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and then, thou shalt be free indeed:
and then, thou shalt be free indeed:
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So long as thou seruest sinne, thou art not freed by him, but art still a bond slaue vnto the Deuil, being taken captiue by him at his will.
So long as thou servest sin, thou art not freed by him, but art still a bound slave unto the devil, being taken captive by him At his will.
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In the second place, this may serue to estrange our affections from Satans seruice:
In the second place, this may serve to estrange our affections from Satan service:
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Who would serue such a Master, as doth set him about nothing but the basest drudgerie? Shall man, who was created after the glorious Image of God, suffer himselfe to be so abased,
Who would serve such a Master, as does Set him about nothing but the Basest drudgery? Shall man, who was created After the glorious Image of God, suffer himself to be so abased,
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as to become a Hog heard? If thou hast any sparke of true courage in thy bosome, returne to thy fathers house,
as to become a Hog herd? If thou hast any spark of true courage in thy bosom, return to thy Father's house,
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and be no longer held in this base seruitude.
and be no longer held in this base servitude.
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Shall such a man as I flye, said Nehemiah? so say thou, Shall such a one as I, who was made but a little inferiour to the Angels themselues, created after the Image of God, nobly discended, borne to a Kingdome, suffer my selfe to be the Deuils Scullion? nay, I will not, I will hereafter carrie my selfe more loftie,
Shall such a man as I fly, said Nehemiah? so say thou, Shall such a one as I, who was made but a little inferior to the Angels themselves, created After the Image of God, nobly descended, born to a Kingdom, suffer my self to be the Devils Scullion? nay, I will not, I will hereafter carry my self more lofty,
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and thinke scorne to inthrall my selfe to so base a bondage. And he would faine haue filled his belly with the Huskes.
and think scorn to enthral my self to so base a bondage. And he would feign have filled his belly with the Husks.
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] By Huskes, is generally vnderstood the vanities of this present euill world, which can giue no true content to the soule of man, hauing nothing in them but emptinesse, vanitie, vacuitie,] By Husks, is generally understood the vanities of this present evil world, which can give no true content to the soul of man, having nothing in them but emptiness, vanity, vacuity,
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and no sollid nor substantiall nutriment.
and no solid nor substantial nutriment.
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Yet there are some, who by them vnderstand the Doctrine of the Scribes and Pharises, which was frothie,
Yet there Are Some, who by them understand the Doctrine of the Scribes and Pharisees, which was frothy,
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and without substannce, being stuffed with tales and fables, and many traditions receyued from their elders;
and without substance, being stuffed with tales and fables, and many traditions received from their Elders;
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which Doctrine of theirs, (being thus of their owne deuising) could not satisfie nor nourish the hungrie soules of poore sinners,
which Doctrine of theirs, (being thus of their own devising) could not satisfy nor nourish the hungry Souls of poor Sinners,
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but they went away still as hungrie as they came:
but they went away still as hungry as they Come:
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and this they take to be meant by the words following, And no man gaue vnto him.
and this they take to be meant by the words following, And no man gave unto him.
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If this exposition be taken (which in my iudgement may well be) I cannot see any inconuenience wil follow.
If this exposition be taken (which in my judgement may well be) I cannot see any inconvenience will follow.
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But forasmuch as the whole current of expositors doe giue the other, it will not be amisse to speake somewhat of both, though the briefer:
But forasmuch as the Whole current of expositors do give the other, it will not be amiss to speak somewhat of both, though the briefer:
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Taking the former, this is the poynt, No earthly thing can satisfie the soule, nor conferre any true content vnto the minde:
Taking the former, this is the point, No earthly thing can satisfy the soul, nor confer any true content unto the mind:
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They are but huskes, a frothy substance, they may puffe vp, but not nourish.
They Are but husks, a frothy substance, they may puff up, but not nourish.
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All things are full of labour, saith Solomon, man cannot vtter it, the eye is not satisfied with seeing, nor the eare filled with hearing:
All things Are full of labour, Says Solomon, man cannot utter it, the eye is not satisfied with seeing, nor the ear filled with hearing:
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heare a wiser then Salomon speake, Christ Iesus who is wisedome it selfe, Who soeuer drinketh of this water shall thirst againe.
hear a Wiser then Solomon speak, christ Iesus who is Wisdom it self, Who soever Drinketh of this water shall thirst again.
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There is a defect in the water of Iacobs well, and so in euery other earthly thing whatsoeuer, it cannot quench this inward thirst,
There is a defect in the water of Iacobs well, and so in every other earthly thing whatsoever, it cannot quench this inward thirst,
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but causeth a greater thirst then was before. The reasons of this point may be many.
but Causes a greater thirst then was before. The Reasons of this point may be many.
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The First is this, because God is the proper obiect and center of the hart, The First is this, Because God is the proper Object and centre of the heart,
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now wee know if a man had all the musicke and melody in the world before him, he could not heare it with his eyes,
now we know if a man had all the music and melody in the world before him, he could not hear it with his eyes,
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because it is the proper obiect of the eare, if neuer so gorgious shewes he could not see them with his eares,
Because it is the proper Object of the ear, if never so gorgeous shows he could not see them with his ears,
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because it is the proper obiect of the eye:
Because it is the proper Object of the eye:
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and againe take a stone and fling it out of a sling, it neuer rests vntill it comes vnto his center, no more will our hearts vntill it rest vpon the Lord, who is the proper obiect & center of the soule: excellently therefore sayd a father.
and again take a stone and fling it out of a sling, it never rests until it comes unto his centre, no more will our hearts until it rest upon the Lord, who is the proper Object & centre of the soul: excellently Therefore said a father.
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Thou madest vs ô Lord for thy selfe and our hart is euer vnquiet till it rest in thy selfe.
Thou Madest us o Lord for thy self and our heart is ever unquiet till it rest in thy self.
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A Second Reason may be this, because euery thing in this world is transitory; now where there is no assurance of perpetuity there is no content;
A Second Reason may be this, Because every thing in this world is transitory; now where there is no assurance of perpetuity there is no content;
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therefore not in riches, honours, nor the like: Therefore not in riches, honours, nor the like:
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these fly away like an Eagle as Sol: speaketh, not like a tame bird that may againe be caught by running after,
these fly away like an Eagl as Sol: speaks, not like a tame bird that may again be caught by running After,
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nor like a Hawke that may be called to the lure:
nor like a Hawk that may be called to the lure:
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but like an Eagle strong of wing, swift in flight, whose wings thou canst not clip nor pinion.
but like an Eagl strong of wing, swift in flight, whose wings thou Canst not clip nor pinion.
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Thirdly, this is vnnaturall food for the soule:
Thirdly, this is unnatural food for the soul:
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which will not satisfie but increase the hunger of it, these things to the soule are as flesh to the horsse, grasse to the Lyon, preposterous food:
which will not satisfy but increase the hunger of it, these things to the soul Are as Flesh to the horse, grass to the lion, preposterous food:
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the food that it must haue must be of like substance vnto it selfe, spirituall not earthly and corporall, it is as impossible to replenish a spirituall emptinesse with a corporall substance, the mind of man with earthly treasures,
the food that it must have must be of like substance unto it self, spiritual not earthly and corporal, it is as impossible to replenish a spiritual emptiness with a corporal substance, the mind of man with earthly treasures,
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as it is to fil a corporall emptinesse with a spirituall substance as a house with virtues or, the stomach with wisedome.
as it is to fill a corporal emptiness with a spiritual substance as a house with Virtues or, the stomach with Wisdom.
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Fourthly and lastly our appetites are vnsatiable by reason of corruption, left in mans heart since his fall;
Fourthly and lastly our appetites Are unsatiable by reason of corruption, left in men heart since his fallen;
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so that now his carnall thirst cannot be satisfied.
so that now his carnal thirst cannot be satisfied.
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All honours, riches, pleasures, preferments, they are but as oyle cast into the fire, which serueth but to encrease the flame:
All honours, riches, pleasures, preferments, they Are but as oil cast into the fire, which serveth but to increase the flame:
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were it possible that one man should haue in his owne possession, all the treasures, riches, pleasures, delights, that are in the world;
were it possible that one man should have in his own possession, all the treasures, riches, pleasures, delights, that Are in the world;
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yet he would still be seekeing and thirsting after more.
yet he would still be seeking and thirsting After more.
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Thus we see the reasons of this truth now we will come to apply this doctrine to our selues.
Thus we see the Reasons of this truth now we will come to apply this Doctrine to our selves.
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And first I must beginne to reprooue the folly of many with the words of Isay. Wherefore do you lay out money and not for bread? why spend you your labour for that which satisfieth not? Why do you so earnestly,
And First I must begin to reprove the folly of many with the words of Saiah Wherefore do you lay out money and not for bred? why spend you your labour for that which Satisfieth not? Why do you so earnestly,
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so eagerly, pursue the vanityes of this world, foolishly imagining to fill and satisfie your harts with them: which cannot be;
so eagerly, pursue the vanities of this world, foolishly imagining to fill and satisfy your hearts with them: which cannot be;
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for what though by your eager pursuing of these earthly things;
for what though by your eager pursuing of these earthly things;
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you get as much as possibly can be had, yet shall you be as farre from content;
you get as much as possibly can be had, yet shall you be as Far from content;
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nay farther then euer you were before:
nay farther then ever you were before:
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much like vnto the hungry man (of whom the Prophet speaketh) who dreameth that he eateth, but when he awakes he hath still an empty stomach. much like unto the hungry man (of whom the Prophet speaks) who dreameth that he Eateth, but when he awakes he hath still an empty stomach.
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Or like those vncleane spirits who seeke for rest but finde none, you will in the end be deceiued of your hope and not only so,
Or like those unclean spirits who seek for rest but find none, you will in the end be deceived of your hope and not only so,
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but finde that you sought not, namely vanity and vexation of soule.
but find that you sought not, namely vanity and vexation of soul.
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Secondly let this admonish vs, not to seeke for content, in these outward things which affoord it not,
Secondly let this admonish us, not to seek for content, in these outward things which afford it not,
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but seeke for it wher it may be had;
but seek for it where it may be had;
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the doue that Noah sent forth of the Arke went flying vp and downe, finding no rest for the sole of her foot, till she returned againe to Noah, so is it with thy soule no place of rest will it or can it finde,
the dove that Noah sent forth of the Ark went flying up and down, finding no rest for the sole of her foot, till she returned again to Noah, so is it with thy soul no place of rest will it or can it find,
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nor any creature to content it, till it returne vnto the Lord from whence it came.
nor any creature to content it, till it return unto the Lord from whence it Come.
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He only must content thy soule;
He only must content thy soul;
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all other things may vex the soule of man, but cannot fill it, but he will fully fill it and throughly satisfie it,
all other things may vex the soul of man, but cannot fill it, but he will Fully fill it and thoroughly satisfy it,
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and though it should inlarge the desires of it selfe beyond the heauens, yet shall no part thereof be empty or vnreplenished.
and though it should enlarge the Desires of it self beyond the heavens, yet shall no part thereof be empty or unreplenished.
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Set therefore thy hart vpon the Lord and not on things below. Remember how in the creation God rested not his worke vntill he had made man;
Set Therefore thy heart upon the Lord and not on things below. remember how in the creation God rested not his work until he had made man;
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he wrought the 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. dayes and saw his workes in their seuerall kinds, that they were all good,
he wrought the 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. days and saw his works in their several Kinds, that they were all good,
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yet no sight of these creatures could content the Lord till man was made, all the thoughts of that diuine mind aymed at him:
yet no sighed of these creatures could content the Lord till man was made, all the thoughts of that divine mind aimed At him:
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and when he was made then is it sayd that God rested and not before.
and when he was made then is it said that God rested and not before.
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Wherewith wilt thou oh man requite this kindnesse of the Lord, surely in this do thou labor to shew this thankfulnesse, that as the Lord would not rest till he had made thee,Wherewith wilt thou o man requite this kindness of the Lord, surely in this do thou labour to show this thankfulness, that as the Lord would not rest till he had made thee,
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so do not thou rest till thou hast found him, but chuse him for thy portion, with the Prophet Dauid: haue none in heauen but him, desire none vpon the earth besides him.
so do not thou rest till thou hast found him, but choose him for thy portion, with the Prophet David: have none in heaven but him, desire none upon the earth beside him.
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Thus much for the former exposition of these words, now for the latter; i. e.
Thus much for the former exposition of these words, now for the latter; i. e.
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by huskes we vnderstand the doctrine of the Scribes and Pharisies, which was stuffed and mingled with their own traditions, deliuering for doctrine (as Mathew sheweth) mens precepts. Then this may be the point.
by husks we understand the Doctrine of the Scribes and Pharisees, which was stuffed and mingled with their own traditions, delivering for Doctrine (as Matthew shows) men's Precepts. Then this may be the point.
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Mans doctrine is but a frothie doctrine; men Doctrine is but a frothy Doctrine;
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such doctrines as are of mans inuention, eyther contrary or besides the written word of God, are but frothie, no better then huskes without kernels;
such doctrines as Are of men invention, either contrary or beside the written word of God, Are but frothy, no better then husks without kernels;
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that will not, cannot, nourish the soule to saluation.
that will not, cannot, nourish the soul to salvation.
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This doctrine is notablie confirmed in the 23. of Ieremiah, in many places of that Chapter, in the 16. verse he sayth thus, Hearken not vnto the words of the Prophets, that prophecie vnto you; they make you vaine; This Doctrine is notably confirmed in the 23. of Jeremiah, in many places of that Chapter, in the 16. verse he say thus, Harken not unto the words of the prophets, that prophecy unto you; they make you vain;
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they speake a vision of their owne heart, and not out of the mouth of the Lord. they speak a vision of their own heart, and not out of the Mouth of the Lord.
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Where we see, that their doctrines are farre from feeding of the soule: they oppresse the soule, and make the people vaine, and not better. Againe, verse 21.22. the Lord sayth thus.
Where we see, that their doctrines Are Far from feeding of the soul: they oppress the soul, and make the people vain, and not better. Again, verse 21.22. the Lord say thus.
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I haue not sent these Prophets, yet they run; I haue not spoken vnto them, yet they prophecied. I have not sent these prophets, yet they run; I have not spoken unto them, yet they prophesied.
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But if they had stood in my counsell, and caused my people to heare my words,
But if they had stood in my counsel, and caused my people to hear my words,
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then they should haue turned them from their euill way, and from their euill doings. In which words, the Lord doth imply thus much;then they should have turned them from their evil Way, and from their evil doings. In which words, the Lord does imply thus much;
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that the reason why the people were not turned from their sinnes, was, they taught their owne councels, and spake their owne words.
that the reason why the people were not turned from their Sins, was, they taught their own Counsels, and spoke their own words.
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So againe, in the 28. verse, it is thus sayd. The Prophet that hath a dreame, let him tell a dreame;
So again, in the 28. verse, it is thus said. The Prophet that hath a dream, let him tell a dream;
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and he that hath my word, let him speake my word faithfully.
and he that hath my word, let him speak my word faithfully.
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What is the chaffe to the wheat, sayth the Lord? Where you see in plaine termes their doctrine is termed chaffe.What is the chaff to the wheat, say the Lord? Where you see in plain terms their Doctrine is termed chaff.
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A light thing, without any solid substance, or good nutriment: And in the 32. verse, you may finde these words.
A Light thing, without any solid substance, or good nutriment: And in the 32. verse, you may find these words.
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Behold I am against them that prophecie false dreames, saith the Lord, and doe tell them, Behold I am against them that prophecy false dreams, Says the Lord, and do tell them,
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and cause my people to erre by their lies, and by their lightnesse: yet I sent them not, therfore they shall not profit this people at all. and cause my people to err by their lies, and by their lightness: yet I sent them not, Therefore they shall not profit this people At all.
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So that you see by these many places, this truth strongly confirmed, that mans doctrine is but light, huskes, chaffe: vnprofitable for the soules nourishment. The reasons may be these.
So that you see by these many places, this truth strongly confirmed, that men Doctrine is but Light, husks, chaff: unprofitable for the Souls nourishment. The Reasons may be these.
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First, because this doctrine cannot bring to a true sight of sinne, before which no true comfort can arise:
First, Because this Doctrine cannot bring to a true sighed of sin, before which no true Comfort can arise:
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mans doctrine cannot wound the soule, let them strike at sinne, the blow is giuen, but with a leaden dagger;
men Doctrine cannot wound the soul, let them strike At sin, the blow is given, but with a leaden dagger;
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the sword is not sharpe enough to cut it downe. Secondly, it wanteth Gods blessing; now man liueth not by bread onely, but by Gods blessing on the bread:
the sword is not sharp enough to Cut it down. Secondly, it Wants God's blessing; now man lives not by bred only, but by God's blessing on the bred:
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is it so with the bodie, then much more is it so with the soule: it is Gods blessing that must make this food comfortable; is it so with the body, then much more is it so with the soul: it is God's blessing that must make this food comfortable;
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but God hath promised to blesse onely his own ordinance, and not mans inuentions. These may be the reasons.
but God hath promised to bless only his own Ordinance, and not men Inventions. These may be the Reasons.
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Now let vs see what good vses it will afford vnto vs.
Now let us see what good uses it will afford unto us
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First, this serueth to set forth vnto vs the miserable estate of poore deluded Papists, who are fed altogether with the huskes of Popish doctrine, hauing for doctrine eyther Apocryphall additions,
First, this serveth to Set forth unto us the miserable estate of poor deluded Papists, who Are fed altogether with the husks of Popish Doctrine, having for Doctrine either Apocryphal additions,
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or their owne humane inuentions and traditions:
or their own humane Inventions and traditions:
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their masses, trentals, dirges, halfe communions, inuocation of Saints, adoration of images, and the rest, haue no footing in the word of God, no warrant from thence,
their masses, Trentals, dirges, half communions, invocation of Saints, adoration of Images, and the rest, have no footing in the word of God, no warrant from thence,
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but are of their owne deuising:
but Are of their own devising:
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now alas, how can the poore people sucke any good nourishment from such trash, for their soules health? this food may load the stomacke,
now alas, how can the poor people suck any good nourishment from such trash, for their Souls health? this food may load the stomach,
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but neuer fill it, such light, sleight stuffe can neuer make them of a ruddie complexion with Dauid, nor of a fresh hue with Daniell: I meane the constitution of their soules can neuer thriue thereby:
but never fill it, such Light, sleight stuff can never make them of a ruddy complexion with David, nor of a fresh hue with Daniell: I mean the constitution of their Souls can never thrive thereby:
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true it is, they haue seuerall dishes for the feeding of their sences; braue obiects for the eyes; melodious tunes for the eare; and the like:
true it is, they have several Dishes for the feeding of their Senses; brave objects for the eyes; melodious Tunis for the ear; and the like:
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but by these they are not brought a step neerer heauen.
but by these they Are not brought a step nearer heaven.
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Let a man that begins to be in want, and begins to haue a sight and sence of his sins, be brought to the seeing or hearing of this their melodie and musick, shall his mind be euer the more satisfied? Surely he may as well feed his stomacke with painted plumes,
Let a man that begins to be in want, and begins to have a sighed and sense of his Sins, be brought to the seeing or hearing of this their melody and music, shall his mind be ever the more satisfied? Surely he may as well feed his stomach with painted plumes,
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as his soule with such foolish guegays:
as his soul with such foolish guegays:
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let vs therefore pittie them, and pray for them, that so many of them as belong vnto the Lord, may haue their eyes opened, to see their misery,
let us Therefore pity them, and pray for them, that so many of them as belong unto the Lord, may have their eyes opened, to see their misery,
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and that they may haue better food, and more solid nourishment for their soules. Secondly, seeing this is so that mans doctrine is but huskes:
and that they may have better food, and more solid nourishment for their Souls. Secondly, seeing this is so that men Doctrine is but husks:
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this may stirre vs vp to thankfulnes, seeing God hath beene so good and gracious vnto vs as to giue vs olid and substantiall nutriment:
this may stir us up to thankfulness, seeing God hath been so good and gracious unto us as to give us olid and substantial nutriment:
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neuer was Gods word since the time of the Apostles more plentifully, or powerfully taught then now it is amongst vs;
never was God's word since the time of the Apostles more plentifully, or powerfully taught then now it is among us;
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Oh what cause haue we to be thankfull;
O what cause have we to be thankful;
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especially we in this same cittie, who haue this Manna in such a rich measure, falling about our camps:
especially we in this same City, who have this Manna in such a rich measure, falling about our camps:
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there are thousands in the world, nay, in this land, that would be heart glad of those Sermons that you regard not,
there Are thousands in the world, nay, in this land, that would be heart glad of those Sermons that you regard not,
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but sleepe out and despise, oh how happie were we if we knew our happinesse I but we like pampered children, play with our meat;
but sleep out and despise, o how happy were we if we knew our happiness I but we like pampered children, play with our meat;
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and like the carnall Israelites, stumble at the plentie of our Manna: the onions of Egypt haue a better relish in our mouths:
and like the carnal Israelites, Stumble At the plenty of our Manna: the onions of Egypt have a better relish in our mouths:
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well framd words, quirks and trickes are more affected then profitable matter;
well framed words, quirks and tricks Are more affected then profitable matter;
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but should the Lord once show vs the terrors of hell, and visite our consciences with the apprehension of his wrath:
but should the Lord once show us the terrors of hell, and visit our Consciences with the apprehension of his wrath:
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then the very crummes of the Gospell would be wellcome, when now we loath the full dishes of consolation.
then the very crumbs of the Gospel would be welcome, when now we loath the full Dishes of consolation.
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Then to heare but one sentence of the Gospell plainely expounded, and to haue but one of the promises powerfully applyed, would be more acceptable,
Then to hear but one sentence of the Gospel plainly expounded, and to have but one of the promises powerfully applied, would be more acceptable,
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then all the fine deuices of the wit, deliuered in the perswaseable words of mans wisdome:
then all the fine devices of the wit, Delivered in the perswaseable words of men Wisdom:
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let not therefore these things be hid from your eyes, take notice of your priuiledge, your glory, your aduantage, wherin God hath blessed you aboue other citties, countries, and nations.
let not Therefore these things be hid from your eyes, take notice of your privilege, your glory, your advantage, wherein God hath blessed you above other cities, countries, and Nations.
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Italy, Spaine, and other rich countries in Asia and Africa, abound with wealth, but in stead of their rich mines of gold and siluer, we haue this inestimable treasure of the word, the value wherof is far aboue all precious pearles:Italy, Spain, and other rich countries in Asia and Africa, abound with wealth, but in stead of their rich mines of gold and silver, we have this inestimable treasure of the word, the valve whereof is Far above all precious Pearls:
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the outward blessings that God gaue vnto his people are compared to the ornaments of the body, as Bracelets, Abilements, Rings, Chaines, and the like;
the outward blessings that God gave unto his people Are compared to the Ornament of the body, as Bracelets, Abilements, Rings, Chains, and the like;
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but his giuing of his word and statutes vnto them, is compared to his marriage with them, let vs then take notice of this our happinesse,
but his giving of his word and statutes unto them, is compared to his marriage with them, let us then take notice of this our happiness,
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and rouze vp our hearts to daily thankefulnesse. The third vse, is that which the Apostle maketh;
and rouse up our hearts to daily thankfulness. The third use, is that which the Apostle makes;
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Beware least any spoyle you through Philosophie, and vaine deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ. Beware lest any spoil you through Philosophy, and vain deceit, After the tradition of men, After the rudiments of the world, and not After christ.
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Let vs not be beguiled by false teachers, neither let vs lend our eares to their frothie doctrine:
Let us not be beguiled by false Teachers, neither let us lend our ears to their frothy Doctrine:
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please the care they may with the enticing words of mans wisedome;
please the care they may with the enticing words of men Wisdom;
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saue the soule they cannot without preaching the words of Christ, that onely is the word of life,
save the soul they cannot without preaching the words of christ, that only is the word of life,
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and the power of God to saluation;
and the power of God to salvation;
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all other food is but dust and drauery, no better then huskes, fitter to feed swine,
all other food is but dust and drauery, no better then husks, fitter to feed Swine,
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then to nourish the sonnes and daughters of God, to eternall life.
then to nourish the Sons and daughters of God, to Eternal life.
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In the last place, here is a lesson for vs ministers, that we teach not the people, our owne fond deuises,
In the last place, Here is a Lesson for us Ministers, that we teach not the people, our own found devises,
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nor feed them with our owne fancies, but build vpon the foundation of the Prophets and Apostles, Christ Iesus being the chiefe corner stone.
nor feed them with our own fancies, but built upon the Foundation of the prophets and Apostles, christ Iesus being the chief corner stone.
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Let vs teach therfore what he hath commaunded vs to obserue, and heare the word from the mouth of God, giuing warning from him: Let us teach Therefore what he hath commanded us to observe, and hear the word from the Mouth of God, giving warning from him:
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oh let me exhort and be exhorted to remember whereto we are called, and wherefore we are sent:
o let me exhort and be exhorted to Remember whereto we Are called, and Wherefore we Are sent:
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is it to please the eare, or saue the soule? Preach I mans doctrine or Gods (sayth the Apostle) or goe I about to please men? for if I should yet please men, I were not the seruant of Christ:
is it to please the ear, or save the soul? Preach I men Doctrine or God's (say the Apostle) or go I about to please men? for if I should yet please men, I were not the servant of christ:
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More I might say, but I will not; a word to the wise may be sufficient.
More I might say, but I will not; a word to the wise may be sufficient.
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Now, further in that it is here said, No man gaue vnto him, we might obserue this point of doctrine;
Now, further in that it is Here said, No man gave unto him, we might observe this point of Doctrine;
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The Lord doth vsually take from those whom he meanes to saue, those sinnefull meanes and helpes whereon they rest, and maketh them vnsufficient for the satisfying their desires. The Lord does usually take from those whom he means to save, those sinful means and helps whereon they rest, and makes them unsufficient for the satisfying their Desires.
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Thus dealt he by his people Israell, as doth appeare in the second of Hosea. 7.
Thus dealt he by his people Israel, as does appear in the second of Hosea. 7.
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But I will not stand on this generall poynt, I will shew what vse might be made of it, and so I will leaue it.
But I will not stand on this general point, I will show what use might be made of it, and so I will leave it.
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Art thou disappointed of thy vaine hopes, and depriued or forsaken of these meanes wherein thou trustedst,
Art thou disappointed of thy vain hope's, and deprived or forsaken of these means wherein thou trustedst,
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whether goods, or friends, or strength, and the like? Know and be perswaded, the Lord hereby doth chastice thee for thy vaine confidence,
whither goods, or Friends, or strength, and the like? Know and be persuaded, the Lord hereby does chastise thee for thy vain confidence,
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and withall, doth beat thee from these worldly stayes, that thou maiest flie to him for succour, and for helpe:
and withal, does beatrice thee from these worldly stays, that thou Mayest fly to him for succour, and for help:
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consider of it, and make this vse profitable as occasion serues. And so I passe from his Egresse to his Regresse. Hitherto of his Egresse.
Consider of it, and make this use profitable as occasion serves. And so I pass from his Egress to his Regress. Hitherto of his Egress.
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Now of his Regresse, and returne: wherein we haue his repentance, and the successe of it:
Now of his Regress, and return: wherein we have his Repentance, and the success of it:
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his repentance is laid downe from the 17. verse, to the 22: the successe in 20, 22, 23, and so to the end.
his Repentance is laid down from the 17. verse, to the 22: the success in 20, 22, 23, and so to the end.
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In his repentance are obseruable these Specialls; first, the occasion thereof, or motiues, inducing him thereto, laid downe in this 17. verse:
In his Repentance Are observable these Specials; First, the occasion thereof, or motives, inducing him thereto, laid down in this 17. verse:
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secondly, his resolution, grounded vpon the former motiues, vers. 18, 19: thirdly, his practice, and reuolution, verse 20, 21. To begin with motiues, or occasion of his turning, laid downe first generally to be a serious consideration of his waies and his courses:
secondly, his resolution, grounded upon the former motives, vers. 18, 19: Thirdly, his practice, and revolution, verse 20, 21. To begin with motives, or occasion of his turning, laid down First generally to be a serious consideration of his ways and his courses:
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then more particularly, first a sence of his owne miserie, I perish, &c. Secondly, a hope of his Fathers mercie, which is nourished in him by the consideration of his Fathers liberall dealing,
then more particularly, First a sense of his own misery, I perish, etc. Secondly, a hope of his Father's mercy, which is nourished in him by the consideration of his Father's liberal dealing,
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euen towards his hyred seruants, which maketh him confident to looke for goodnesse towards himselfe, being his sonne.
even towards his hired Servants, which makes him confident to look for Goodness towards himself, being his son.
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How many hyred seruants, & c? And when he came to himselfe. ] Something of the phrase, before I speake of the particulars; How many hired Servants, & c? And when he Come to himself. ] Something of the phrase, before I speak of the particulars;
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the Prodigals regentance is termed a comming to himselfe, as if he had beene out of his wits,
the Prodigals regentance is termed a coming to himself, as if he had been out of his wits,
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or besides himselfe before his amendment: and indeed so much the very phrase doth import. So then we conclude.
or beside himself before his amendment: and indeed so much the very phrase does import. So then we conclude.
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A man in his sinnes is out of his sences, he is a mad man, and out of his wits, Sinners are Bedlems and Lunatickes, voyd of sence or reason. A man in his Sins is out of his Senses, he is a mad man, and out of his wits, Sinners Are Bedlams and Lunatics, void of sense or reason.
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Me thinkes these words of the Prophet Esay, may sufficiently proue this in the 46. Chapter ver. 8. where he saith, Remember this, and shew your selues men, bring it againe to mind, O yee transgressors! Me thinks these words of the Prophet Isaiah, may sufficiently prove this in the 46. Chapter ver. 8. where he Says, remember this, and show your selves men, bring it again to mind, Oh ye transgressors!
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the words may be thus read, Returne to your minds, O yee transgressors! or, Returne into your heart, as Caluin reades them:
the words may be thus read, Return to your minds, Oh ye transgressors! or, Return into your heart, as Calvin reads them:
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obseruing this very poynt from thence, that they were not well in their wits before. So Misculus, Mentzerus, with many other.
observing this very point from thence, that they were not well in their wits before. So Misculus, Mentzerus, with many other.
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And indeed the words vsually vsed for repentance, both Greeke and Latine, doth shew as much;
And indeed the words usually used for Repentance, both Greek and Latin, does show as much;
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the Greeke word is deriued of another, which signifieth Folly and Madnesse, and is as much as after-wit: the Greek word is derived of Another, which signifies Folly and Madness, and is as much as afterwit:
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and for the Latine word, the Prophet in the former place cited, seemeth to giue the signification of it. and for the Latin word, the Prophet in the former place cited, seems to give the signification of it.
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And it is no wonder, for their reason and iudgement are now corrupted through sinne,
And it is no wonder, for their reason and judgement Are now corrupted through sin,
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so that, as our Sauiour Christ and blessed St Steuen saith, they know not what they doe.
so that, as our Saviour christ and blessed Saint Stephen Says, they know not what they do.
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And is it not the verie definition of a mad-man to be without iudgement? to follow his fancie,
And is it not the very definition of a madman to be without judgement? to follow his fancy,
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and to be led by appearances without triall?
and to be led by appearances without trial?
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Let the vses of the poynt be these, first it may informe our iudgements concerning sinne and sinners: Sinne is madnesse;
Let the uses of the point be these, First it may inform our Judgments Concerning sin and Sinners: Sin is madness;
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Sinners are Lunatikes, being possessed with a spirituall frenzie and madnesse: looke vpon them but with a spirituaall eye, and their actions will declare it.
Sinners Are Lunatics, being possessed with a spiritual frenzy and madness: look upon them but with a spirituaall eye, and their actions will declare it.
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Some runne to and fro starke naked, and blush not, tearing off, and casting away the garments of holinesse and innocencie.
some run to and from stark naked, and blush not, tearing off, and casting away the garments of holiness and innocence.
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Were they ashamed (saith Ieremiah? ) nay, nay, they were not ashamed? Are men ashamed of their flagitious courses, which layeth them naked both to shame and iudgement? Alas no, they glorie in them, neuer blushing for the committing of them.
Were they ashamed (Says Jeremiah?) nay, nay, they were not ashamed? are men ashamed of their flagitious courses, which Layeth them naked both to shame and judgement? Alas no, they glory in them, never blushing for the committing of them.
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Others, (though sometimes they keepe within compasse•, and seeme to be well gouerned, as if they were no such men) being a little displeased,
Others, (though sometime they keep within compasse•, and seem to be well governed, as if they were no such men) being a little displeased,
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or any thing crossed, streight fall a playing of their mad prankes, raging and rauing against heauen and earth, cursing and banning all that speake to them, infecting the verie ayre with their vile speeches and horrible oaths,
or any thing crossed, straight fallen a playing of their mad pranks, raging and raving against heaven and earth, cursing and banning all that speak to them, infecting the very air with their vile Speeches and horrible Oaths,
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as if they would pluck God out of his throne, and againe crucifie the Sonne of God afresh.
as if they would pluck God out of his throne, and again crucify the Son of God afresh.
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Others, foame at the mouth, their talke is idle and beastly, sauouring neither of wit nor honestie;
Others, foam At the Mouth, their talk is idle and beastly, savouring neither of wit nor honesty;
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sparkles of hell come forth from their lips, whereat the Deuil kindles fire of dissention.
sparkles of hell come forth from their lips, whereat the devil kindles fire of dissension.
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And againe, how deepely are others possessed with this spirit of madnesse? who are neuer well but when they are wounding, beating,
And again, how deeply Are Others possessed with this Spirit of madness? who Are never well but when they Are wounding, beating,
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and destroying of themselues and others:
and destroying of themselves and Others:
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wasting their estates, consuming their bodies, and pittifully gashing of their consciences and soules, yea killing and destroying whoeuer they companie with, drawing them into the same excesse of riot, that so they may all perish together.
wasting their estates, consuming their bodies, and pitifully gashing of their Consciences and Souls, yea killing and destroying whoever they company with, drawing them into the same excess of riot, that so they may all perish together.
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And in a word, what mad propertie is to be seene in any Bedlem, that is not to be found in a wicked man:
And in a word, what mad property is to be seen in any Bedlam, that is not to be found in a wicked man:
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Oh! happie were it, if the rodde of discipline were better vsed, then there would be hope of more sobrietie.
Oh! happy were it, if the rod of discipline were better used, then there would be hope of more sobriety.
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Secondly, is this so, that sinners are Lunatiques? let it then admonish all such as are well in their wits to keepe out of their companies:
Secondly, is this so, that Sinners Are Lunatics? let it then admonish all such as Are well in their wits to keep out of their companies:
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Men bodily mad, are kept bound and chayned, and narrowly watched ouer, that they cannot hurt;
Men bodily mad, Are kept bound and chained, and narrowly watched over, that they cannot hurt;
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and yet we are loath to come within their reach.
and yet we Are loath to come within their reach.
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But we neuer feare these spirituall Bedlems, of whom we ought to be most warie, beeing they are at libertie in euerie place and house, in most companies,
But we never Fear these spiritual Bedlams, of whom we ought to be most wary, being they Are At liberty in every place and house, in most companies,
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and many times haue power to hurt;
and many times have power to hurt;
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many being in place of authoritie, and yet (the more is the pittie) how carelesse are we? Oh bee more watchfulll you that loue your selues, be more carefull, come not in their companies, receiue them not into your houses, vnlesse necessitie compell:
many being in place of Authority, and yet (the more is the pity) how careless Are we? O be more watchfulll you that love your selves, be more careful, come not in their companies, receive them not into your houses, unless necessity compel:
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What though they keepe within compasse for a time, yet first or last they wil haue their fits,
What though they keep within compass for a time, yet First or last they will have their fits,
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and much indanger your soules and bodies.
and much endanger your Souls and bodies.
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The last Vse, shall be an exhortation to such as are yet in the estate of Nature, to pittie themselues,
The last Use, shall be an exhortation to such as Are yet in the estate of Nature, to pity themselves,
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and pray for themselues, that they may haue their sences restored to them:
and pray for themselves, that they may have their Senses restored to them:
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when thou seest a Lunatique to rage and raue, to rend and teare his haire and flesh, thou canst not but pittie and send forth a prayer for him, that God would helpe him.
when thou See a Lunatic to rage and rave, to rend and tear his hair and Flesh, thou Canst not but pity and send forth a prayer for him, that God would help him.
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Behold, oh man I thine owne estate, such a one art thou, void of all sence and spirituall vnderstanding, who doest daily wound thine owne soule by sinne;
Behold, o man I thine own estate, such a one art thou, void of all sense and spiritual understanding, who dost daily wound thine own soul by sin;
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be as mercifull to thy selfe as thou art to others, bewaile thine owne fearefull estate, crie to God for helpe and redresse, neuer giue ouer till thou art brought to thy selfe,
be as merciful to thy self as thou art to Others, bewail thine own fearful estate, cry to God for help and redress, never give over till thou art brought to thy self,
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and being once cured, commiserate the estate of others that are not:
and being once cured, commiserate the estate of Others that Are not:
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Turne not their madde pranke into a iest, (as most doe) but turne to God by prayer for their recouerie, as few doe.
Turn not their mad prank into a jest, (as most doe) but turn to God by prayer for their recovery, as few doe.
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And thus much shall serue for this point, which the phrase hath afforded: now to the motiues or inducements causing his turning:
And thus much shall serve for this point, which the phrase hath afforded: now to the motives or inducements causing his turning:
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He first takes himselfe aside, and begins to consider of the estate wherein he stood:
He First Takes himself aside, and begins to Consider of the estate wherein he stood:
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[ He said, ] whence learne, That a taking our selues aside, and diligent examination of our hearts and waies, is the first step to Repentance. [ He said, ] whence Learn, That a taking our selves aside, and diligent examination of our hearts and ways, is the First step to Repentance.
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Thus much is implied in these words of Ieremiah. cap. 8. ver. 6. I hearkened, and heard,
Thus much is implied in these words of Jeremiah. cap. 8. ver. 6. I harkened, and herd,
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but they spake not aright, no man repented him of his wickednesse, saying, What ha•e I done? They repented not:but they spoke not aright, no man repented him of his wickedness, saying, What ha•e I done? They repented not:
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why? surely, because they examined not themselues, they communed not with their owne hearts, saying, What haue I done? Thus much also is expressed by him in the 3. Chap. of his Lamentations, and the 40. verse.
why? surely, Because they examined not themselves, they communed not with their own hearts, saying, What have I done? Thus much also is expressed by him in the 3. Chap. of his Lamentations, and the 40. verse.
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Let vs search and try our wayes, and turne againe vnto the Lord: there must be a searching and trying, before there can be any turning.Let us search and try our ways, and turn again unto the Lord: there must be a searching and trying, before there can be any turning.
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The reason is plaine, because we can neuer know our wayes, what they are, nor whither they lead, without a serious consideration and strict examination of them;
The reason is plain, Because we can never know our ways, what they Are, nor whither they led, without a serious consideration and strict examination of them;
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a Physitian cannot know the estate of a mans bodie, without some good search and inquisition;
a physician cannot know the estate of a men body, without Some good search and inquisition;
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how then can a man know the condition of his soule.
how then can a man know the condition of his soul.
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Now the ignorance of a mans owne bad estate is neuer seuered from a false perswasion of a mans owne good estate;
Now the ignorance of a men own bad estate is never severed from a false persuasion of a men own good estate;
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as wee haue example in the Church of Laodicea; hee that is ignorant of his owne waies, euer thinkes his waies to bee the best waies, as we have Exampl in the Church of Laodicea; he that is ignorant of his own ways, ever thinks his ways to be the best ways,
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and who in such an errour will desire any change or turning. The vses are, first, to conuince and condemne such as walke on securely in ignorance,
and who in such an error will desire any change or turning. The uses Are, First, to convince and condemn such as walk on securely in ignorance,
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and neuer take notice of their waies, neither call their courses to account, yet thinke their estate to be very good,
and never take notice of their ways, neither call their courses to account, yet think their estate to be very good,
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and no mans better, that they haue repented, and their sinnes shall be pardoned.
and no men better, that they have repented, and their Sins shall be pardoned.
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But how is this possible, can thy sinnes be pardoned before they be repented of? and is it possible to repent of them before thou doest know them,
But how is this possible, can thy Sins be pardoned before they be repented of? and is it possible to Repent of them before thou dost know them,
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and canst thou euer know them without faithfull searching and acurate sifting into them? deceiue thy selfe no longer with thy vaine dreames, (for alas thou dreamest) thou art so farre from repentance, that as yet thou art not capable of it, seeing thou hast not called thy selfe to a reckoning.
and Canst thou ever know them without faithful searching and accurate sifting into them? deceive thy self no longer with thy vain dreams, (for alas thou dreamest) thou art so Far from Repentance, that as yet thou art not capable of it, seeing thou hast not called thy self to a reckoning.
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Secondly, Let this stirre vs vp to a diligent search and examination of our estates.
Secondly, Let this stir us up to a diligent search and examination of our estates.
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Wouldst thou repent of thy sinnes, turne from them, and haue them pardoned? then labour to know them, striue to find them out, consider of thy wayes, make a stand for a while, and examine thy courses;
Wouldst thou Repent of thy Sins, turn from them, and have them pardoned? then labour to know them, strive to find them out, Consider of thy ways, make a stand for a while, and examine thy courses;
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put the question to thy soule, What haue I done; and againe propound it, wherein am I failing. Take the light of Gods law, that will shew thee thy filthinesse, that will discouer vnto thee thy great corruptions, and many failings:
put the question to thy soul, What have I done; and again propound it, wherein am I failing. Take the Light of God's law, that will show thee thy filthiness, that will discover unto thee thy great corruptions, and many failings:
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Be not backeward in this dutie, the more backeward thou art, the greater cause hast thou to feare thy estate.
Be not backward in this duty, the more backward thou art, the greater cause hast thou to Fear thy estate.
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It is a secret guiltinesse of sinne that causeth a backewardnesse in our examination. Bankcrupts that are not worth a groat doe not, dare not looke into their estate,
It is a secret guiltiness of sin that Causes a backwardness in our examination. Bankcrupts that Are not worth a groat do not, Dare not look into their estate,
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because they know they be worse then nought.
Because they know they be Worse then nought.
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Be then perswaded to call thy courses to account, consider the estate wherein now thou art, thy case is fearefull because thou art ignorant of it, but it is desperate;
Be then persuaded to call thy courses to account, Consider the estate wherein now thou art, thy case is fearful Because thou art ignorant of it, but it is desperate;
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if thou wilt not be perswaded to looke into it;
if thou wilt not be persuaded to look into it;
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but on the other side, if thou wilt take thy selfe aside, and commune with thy owne heart (as Dauid speakes) surely then thou wilt be in a faire forwardnesse to a sound conuersion.
but on the other side, if thou wilt take thy self aside, and commune with thy own heart (as David speaks) surely then thou wilt be in a fair forwardness to a found conversion.
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Lastly, Let mee adde a word of exhortation vnto all (in as much as all haue sinned, Lastly, Let me add a word of exhortation unto all (in as much as all have sinned,
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and all doe sinne, and therefore had need daily to repent) often to consider of your waies and courses, let no day passe ouer without examination.
and all do sin, and Therefore had need daily to Repent) often to Consider of your ways and courses, let no day pass over without examination.
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Call to minde what euils haue been committed, what good duties omitted, which God hath required, suffer not thy eyes to slumber,
Call to mind what evils have been committed, what good duties omitted, which God hath required, suffer not thy eyes to slumber,
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nor the temples of thy head to take any rest, tell this taske bee performed;
nor the Temples of thy head to take any rest, tell this task be performed;
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Would Christians daily keepe this course, and well consider of their carriages the day past, they would soone finde the excellent commodities of it, to their vnspeakeable comfort.
Would Christians daily keep this course, and well Consider of their carriages the day past, they would soon find the excellent commodities of it, to their unspeakable Comfort.
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Oh how watchfull would it make them ouer their courses, and how many a sinne would be preuented, which now for want hereof they fall into;
O how watchful would it make them over their courses, and how many a sin would be prevented, which now for want hereof they fallen into;
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this was Dauids practise, I haue considered my wayes (and what followes) I haue turned my feet vnto thy testimonies. this was David practise, I have considered my ways (and what follows) I have turned my feet unto thy testimonies.
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As oft as hee considered his waies hee euer found some defect that needed redresse;
As oft as he considered his ways he ever found Some defect that needed redress;
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so will it bee with thee, thou shalt neuer strictly examine thy estate, but thou shalt euer finde somewhat that needeth amendment.
so will it be with thee, thou shalt never strictly examine thy estate, but thou shalt ever find somewhat that needs amendment.
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Make conscience then of the practise of this dutie, wee see how needefull consideration is in the things of this life,
Make conscience then of the practice of this duty, we see how needful consideration is in the things of this life,
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for without it no estate of life can be well ordered.
for without it no estate of life can be well ordered.
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The Marriner must consider his course by his Compasse, or else he is in danger to runne on rockes or sands.
The Mariner must Consider his course by his Compass, or Else he is in danger to run on Rocks or sands.
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The Merchant, if he consider not his affaires by his Count booke, will quickely prooue bankcrupt.
The Merchant, if he Consider not his affairs by his Count book, will quickly prove bankrupt.
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The Traueller, if hee considers not his way, will soone goe wrong;
The Traveller, if he considers not his Way, will soon go wrong;
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if hee seeth many waies before him, hee considereth with himselfe which of them to choose,
if he sees many ways before him, he Considereth with himself which of them to choose,
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neither will hee goe on till hee be well aduised which is the best.
neither will he go on till he be well advised which is the best.
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How much more then should we consider of our actions, whose course is to the kingdome of Heauen,
How much more then should we Consider of our actions, whose course is to the Kingdom of Heaven,
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for euery way leadeth not to it.
for every Way leads not to it.
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Doth euery one vse consideration in euery estate of life? And shall a Christian onely bee carelesse, farre bee this from vs. There is no passing from earth to Heauen without consideration.
Does every one use consideration in every estate of life? And shall a Christian only be careless, Far be this from us There is no passing from earth to Heaven without consideration.
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How many hired seruants. ] See here the two motiues of his turning.How many hired Servants. ] See Here the two motives of his turning.
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First, he saw his owne miserie, and that draue him from himselfe, I perish with hunger.
First, he saw his own misery, and that drove him from himself, I perish with hunger.
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Secondly, Hee remembreth his Fathers mercy, and that brought him vnto him. How many hired seruants of my Fathers haue bread enough.
Secondly, He Remember his Father's mercy, and that brought him unto him. How many hired Servants of my Father's have bred enough.
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By hyred seruants, are meant principally the Scribes & Pharisces, and vnder them all others, who serue God mercenarily, onely for the reward sake, and not of loue. These had Bread enough. By hired Servants, Are meant principally the Scribes & Pharisees, and under them all Others, who serve God mercenarily, only for the reward sake, and not of love. These had Bred enough.
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Bread hath a large extent in Scripture, for vnder it is contained a sufficiēcy of food and nourishment, both for soule and body;Bred hath a large extent in Scripture, for under it is contained a sufficiency of food and nourishment, both for soul and body;
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and therefore some would deriue the Latine word from a Greeke, which reacheth farre and wide,
and Therefore Some would derive the Latin word from a Greek, which reaches Far and wide,
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and so make it a comprehensiue word, signifying all things needfull whether to corporall or animall sustenance.
and so make it a comprehensive word, signifying all things needful whither to corporal or animal sustenance.
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It implies then (saith one) much health, great comforts, fulnesse of all necessary good things:
It Implies then (Says one) much health, great comforts, fullness of all necessary good things:
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but (as I take it) in this place that exposition is too large;
but (as I take it) in this place that exposition is too large;
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for by bread, is especially meant that bread which Christ brake amongst them, I meane, his doctrine & miracles, of this bread they had enough,
for by bred, is especially meant that bred which christ brake among them, I mean, his Doctrine & Miracles, of this bred they had enough,
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for they often heard the one, and saw the other. Now to the instructions.
for they often herd the one, and saw the other. Now to the instructions.
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The Prodigall was miserable, and in great distresse, hunger had already consumed his flesh, and almost brought him to rottennesse and wormes. I perish with hunger, this he had a sence of, which driue him home to his Father.
The Prodigal was miserable, and in great distress, hunger had already consumed his Flesh, and almost brought him to rottenness and worms. I perish with hunger, this he had a sense of, which driven him home to his Father.
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Here then obserue, what excellent meanes crosses and afflictions are to chase men to the Lord, and make them looke home.
Here then observe, what excellent means Crosses and afflictions Are to chase men to the Lord, and make them look home.
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The Scriptures are full of proofes for the confirming of this truth:
The Scriptures Are full of proofs for the confirming of this truth:
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in the 26. of Isay and the 16. verse, the Prophet saith thus, Lord in trouble haue they visited thee, they poured forth a prayer when thy chastening was vpon them.
in the 26. of Saiah and the 16. verse, the Prophet Says thus, Lord in trouble have they visited thee, they poured forth a prayer when thy chastening was upon them.
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So in the 107. Psalme, verse 10-14. They being bound in affliction and yron, &c. cried vnto the Lord in their trouble and distresse.
So in the 107. Psalm, verse 10-14. They being bound in affliction and iron, etc. cried unto the Lord in their trouble and distress.
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This the Lord himselfe doth further witnesse in the 5. of Hosea 14.15.
This the Lord himself does further witness in the 5. of Hosea 14.15.
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I will bee to Ephraim as a Lyon, and as a young Lyon to the house of Iudah, I, I will be to Ephraim as a lion, and as a young lion to the house of Iudah, I,
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euen I, will teare and goe away, I will take away, and none shall rescue.
even I, will tear and go away, I will take away, and none shall rescue.
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I will goe and returne to my place, till they acknowledge their offence, and seeke my face; I will go and return to my place, till they acknowledge their offence, and seek my face;
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for in their affliction they will seeke me earely. for in their affliction they will seek me early.
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And so indeed they did, as doth appeare in words following, Come, and let vs returne vnto the Lord, for he hath torne, and he will heale vs, he hath smitten,
And so indeed they did, as does appear in words following, Come, and let us return unto the Lord, for he hath torn, and he will heal us, he hath smitten,
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and he will binde vs vp. So also in the 17. of Esay 6.7.and he will bind us up. So also in the 17. of Isaiah 6.7.
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the Lord telling the people of the common destruction that hee would bring vpon thē for their sins, saith, that then they should looke vp to their Maker,
the Lord telling the people of the Common destruction that he would bring upon them for their Sins, Says, that then they should look up to their Maker,
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and their eyes should haue respect to the holy one of Israel. and their eyes should have respect to the holy one of Israel.
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And hence it was (as it may seeme) that the Prophet Dauid (preferring the saluation of his enemies (out of a holy loue and spirituall charity) before their outward estate) prayeth thus, Fill their faces with shame, that they may seeke thy name O Lord.
And hence it was (as it may seem) that the Prophet David (preferring the salvation of his enemies (out of a holy love and spiritual charity) before their outward estate) Prayeth thus, Fill their faces with shame, that they may seek thy name Oh Lord.
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Many examples I could bring for the proofe of this poynt, if it were as needfull as easie so to doe,
Many Examples I could bring for the proof of this point, if it were as needful as easy so to do,
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as of Manasses, Ephraim, the Iaylor, the danger of whose outward man, was a meanes to saue both the outward and inward man, besides many others, but these are sufficient.
as of Manasses, Ephraim, the Jailer, the danger of whose outward man, was a means to save both the outward and inward man, beside many Others, but these Are sufficient.
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And it is no maruaile they should be so auaileable, for hereby we are fitted and prepared for the hearing of Gods voyce;
And it is no marvel they should be so available, for hereby we Are fitted and prepared for the hearing of God's voice;
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true it is, the spirit of God is the principall cause of our sauing hearing, for he openeth the heart, and beareth the eare, that wee may attend to it,
true it is, the Spirit of God is the principal cause of our Saving hearing, for he Openeth the heart, and bears the ear, that we may attend to it,
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and receiue it, as hee did the heart of Lidia, but yet affliction and tribulation is a speciall meanes, which he vseth for the fitting and preparing of vs hereunto,
and receive it, as he did the heart of Lidia, but yet affliction and tribulation is a special means, which he uses for the fitting and preparing of us hereunto,
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as Elihu declareth in the 33. of Iob, verse 16.17. and also in the 36.15. he deliuereth the poore in affliction, and openeth their eares in oppression:
as Elihu Declareth in the 33. of Job, verse 16.17. and also in the 36.15. he Delivereth the poor in affliction, and Openeth their ears in oppression:
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when therfore with Eliah we haue had our share in this stormie tempest, and haue beene well shaken with these earthquakes,
when Therefore with Elijah we have had our share in this stormy tempest, and have been well shaken with these earthquakes,
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then are wee well prepared to heare the still and soft voyce of the Lord, speaking vnto vs in the ministry of the Gospell.
then Are we well prepared to hear the still and soft voice of the Lord, speaking unto us in the Ministry of the Gospel.
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Thus then you see they further our conuersion, as they fit vs and prepare vs for the hearing of the word, which is the ordinary meanes of our saluation.
Thus then you see they further our conversion, as they fit us and prepare us for the hearing of the word, which is the ordinary means of our salvation.
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A second reason may be this, because afflictions are excellent meanes to worke in vs contrition and humiliation, which are other meanes of true conuersion, our hearts are melted and mollified in this fiery furnace;
A second reason may be this, Because afflictions Are excellent means to work in us contrition and humiliation, which Are other means of true conversion, our hearts Are melted and mollified in this fiery furnace;
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these humble vs and cast vs lowe, and plucke downe our lofty hearts, which in our prosperity we did so exalt, these like a hammer breake our rockie hearts,
these humble us and cast us low, and pluck down our lofty hearts, which in our Prosperity we did so exalt, these like a hammer break our rocky hearts,
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and brings vs to a sence of our owne miserie.
and brings us to a sense of our own misery.
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But if this be so (may some say) how commeth it then to passe that so many haue beene afflicted, But if this be so (may Some say) how comes it then to pass that so many have been afflicted,
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yet are not bettered, as the Lord himselfe hath shewed, Esay 1.5. Amos 4. and as we see in the example of Ahaz, who in the time of his distresse did trespasse yet more against the Lord.
yet Are not bettered, as the Lord himself hath showed, Isaiah 1.5. Amos 4. and as we see in the Exampl of Ahaz, who in the time of his distress did trespass yet more against the Lord.
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And also by the example of Pharaoh, Saul, Ieroboam, with others.
And also by the Exampl of Pharaoh, Saul, Jeroboam, with Others.
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We must know that it is not affliction in it owne nature, that worketh this repentance (for in their owne nature they are euill, We must know that it is not affliction in it own nature, that works this Repentance (for in their own nature they Are evil,
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and teach rather auersion from, then conuersion vnto the Lord) but by the secret operation of Gods spirit these fruits are brought forth.
and teach rather aversion from, then conversion unto the Lord) but by the secret operation of God's Spirit these fruits Are brought forth.
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Now this working of the spirit is wanting in the wicked, neither are afflictions sanctified vnto them,
Now this working of the Spirit is wanting in the wicked, neither Are afflictions sanctified unto them,
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but are still curses (bee they neuer so many) and not crosses, and make for their further hardening, not mollifying.
but Are still curses (bee they never so many) and not Crosses, and make for their further hardening, not mollifying.
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This therefore is to be vnderstood onely of the elect, and no other. True it is, they may make the reprobate for a time to be humbled;
This Therefore is to be understood only of the elect, and no other. True it is, they may make the Reprobate for a time to be humbled;
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as was Pharoah and Ahab, with others. But this is worldly sorrow, which bringeth death. Now for the vses.
as was Pharaoh and Ahab, with Others. But this is worldly sorrow, which brings death. Now for the uses.
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And first, it may serue for the reprehension of such, as iudge of Gods fauour and loue towardes themselues,
And First, it may serve for the reprehension of such, as judge of God's favour and love towards themselves,
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or others, by outward afflictions, this is a false measure, and will soone deceiue vs;
or Others, by outward afflictions, this is a false measure, and will soon deceive us;
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and yet how are Gods children counted as cursed and plagued, because they are afflicted and corrected,
and yet how Are God's children counted as cursed and plagued, Because they Are afflicted and corrected,
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and the proud esteemed blessed, because they are not in trouble as others;
and the proud esteemed blessed, Because they Are not in trouble as Others;
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but could such a conclusion be drawne from these premises, then must we needs condemne the generation of Gods children,
but could such a conclusion be drawn from these premises, then must we needs condemn the generation of God's children,
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yea, Christ himselfe (that well-beloued of his Father) who was a man full of sorrowes and acquainted with griefe, smitten of God and afflicted;
yea, christ himself (that well-beloved of his Father) who was a man full of sorrows and acquainted with grief, smitten of God and afflicted;
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such a conclusion then cannot be drawne from hence, for whom God doth loue them doth he correct,
such a conclusion then cannot be drawn from hence, for whom God does love them does he correct,
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yea, he chastiseth euery son that he receiueth. Be not then too rash in iudging any whom the Lord exerciseth with afflictions:
yea, he Chastiseth every son that he receiveth. Be not then too rash in judging any whom the Lord Exerciseth with afflictions:
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the choysest flower in the garden, lyeth open to a storme, as well as the nettle in the wildernesse.
the Choicest flower in the garden, lies open to a storm, as well as the nettle in the Wilderness.
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Neither thinke the better of thy selfe, because the rod is not on thy backe,
Neither think the better of thy self, Because the rod is not on thy back,
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for the wholesome meanes of thy amendment is withheld from thee, & thou mayst iustly feare, the reines is laid on thy neck,
for the wholesome means of thy amendment is withheld from thee, & thou Mayest justly Fear, the reins is laid on thy neck,
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and thou art giuen vp to thy owne wayes.
and thou art given up to thy own ways.
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A tree that is fruitfull will be well cudgelled and beaten, when a tree that is good for nothing but the fire shall neuer bee disturbed:
A tree that is fruitful will be well cudgeled and beaten, when a tree that is good for nothing but the fire shall never be disturbed:
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the wheat endureth more then the chaffe: and yet the wheat is for the boord, & the chaffe for the dunghill.
the wheat Endureth more then the chaff: and yet the wheat is for the board, & the chaff for the dunghill.
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Blesse not then thy selfe in this estate:
Bless not then thy self in this estate:
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count not thy selfe blessed, because thou art neuer afflicted, for thou art sore plagued when thou art spared;
count not thy self blessed, Because thou art never afflicted, for thou art soar plagued when thou art spared;
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neither is any thing more vnhappie, then this felicitie. But for a second vse:
neither is any thing more unhappy, then this felicity. But for a second use:
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is this so, that crosses and afflictions are such excellent meanes, to driue men home and bring them to repentance.
is this so, that Crosses and afflictions Are such excellent means, to driven men home and bring them to Repentance.
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Let this then serue for terror to such as haue often beene afflicted, and yet are not bettered.
Let this then serve for terror to such as have often been afflicted, and yet Are not bettered.
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The Lords hand hath beene often vpon them and yet for all that they haue not turned to him: sinne is not left;
The lords hand hath been often upon them and yet for all that they have not turned to him: sin is not left;
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their wicked waies are not forsaken, surely such may feare, their case is desperate;
their wicked ways Are not forsaken, surely such may Fear, their case is desperate;
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seeing these are such excellent meanes, and ordinarily the last meanes to bring a sinner home,
seeing these Are such excellent means, and ordinarily the last means to bring a sinner home,
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and yet with them can doe no good: what cause haue such to feare, that they shall be giuen ouer of the Lord, as a hopelesse cure.
and yet with them can do no good: what cause have such to Fear, that they shall be given over of the Lord, as a hopeless cure.
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Heare and tremble at that which the Lord speaketh by his Prophet Ezechiel. Thus saith the Lord God, because you are become drosse,
Hear and tremble At that which the Lord speaks by his Prophet Ezechiel. Thus Says the Lord God, Because you Are become dross,
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beholde therefore I will gather you into the midst of Ierusalem, as they gather siluer,
behold Therefore I will gather you into the midst of Ierusalem, as they gather silver,
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and brasse, and yron, and lead, and tinn, into the midst of the furnace, to blow the fire vpon it, to melt it:
and brass, and iron, and led, and Tin, into the midst of the furnace, to blow the fire upon it, to melt it:
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so will I gather you in mine anger, and in my fury, and I will leaue you there, and melt you.
so will I gather you in mine anger, and in my fury, and I will leave you there, and melt you.
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Yea I will gather you and blow vpon you in the fire of my wrath, and you shalbe melted in the midst thereof, &c. The Lord had in the verse before these words, complained of the house of Israell, that it was become drosse, they were all brasse, Yea I will gather you and blow upon you in the fire of my wrath, and you shall melted in the midst thereof, etc. The Lord had in the verse before these words, complained of the house of Israel, that it was become dross, they were all brass,
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and tinn, and yron, and lead in the midst of the furnace;
and Tin, and iron, and led in the midst of the furnace;
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that is, in the furnace of affliction, they would not be bettered, nor purified, as they ought to haue bin,
that is, in the furnace of affliction, they would not be bettered, nor purified, as they ought to have been,
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therefore doth the Lord threat, that fearefull iudgement, to fall vpon them.
Therefore does the Lord threat, that fearful judgement, to fallen upon them.
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Oh consider of this, thou that hast often beene afflicted, by sicknesse, losses either of goods, friends, or any such like crosse:
O Consider of this, thou that hast often been afflicted, by sickness, losses either of goods, Friends, or any such like cross:
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1838
I say ponder on it, consider how fearefull a thing it is to be afflicted,
I say ponder on it, Consider how fearful a thing it is to be afflicted,
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1839
and not purged by affliction, to bee stricken with the rods of God, and no conuersion to follow:
and not purged by affliction, to be stricken with the rods of God, and no conversion to follow:
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1840
What is this but a signe of a fearefull induration. Consider another place in the Prophecie of Ieremiah, and weigh it well. The words be these;
What is this but a Signen of a fearful induration. Consider Another place in the Prophecy of Jeremiah, and weigh it well. The words be these;
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1841
The bellowes are burnt, the lead is consumed of the fire: the founder melteth in vaine: The bellows Are burned, the led is consumed of the fire: the founder melts in vain:
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1842
for the wicked are not plucked away. Reprobate siluer shall men call them, because the Lord hath reiected them. for the wicked Are not plucked away. Reprobate silver shall men call them, Because the Lord hath rejected them.
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1843
Loe here, if those afflictions that the Lord hath laid vpon thee doth not better thee,
Lo Here, if those afflictions that the Lord hath laid upon thee does not better thee,
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nor plucke thee away from thy wickednesse, swearing, whoring, prophaning Gods Sabboth, and the like: Reprobate siluer shall men call thee, and thou maist feare the Lord hath reiected thee.
nor pluck thee away from thy wickedness, swearing, whoring, profaning God's Sabbath, and the like: Reprobate silver shall men call thee, and thou Mayest Fear the Lord hath rejected thee.
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Let a third vse of this doctrine therefore be admonition to euery one of vs, to make a good vse of these means, when the Lord affordeth them;
Let a third use of this Doctrine Therefore be admonition to every one of us, to make a good use of these means, when the Lord affords them;
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let it be our wisedome to feare the rod, and who hath appointed it:
let it be our Wisdom to Fear the rod, and who hath appointed it:
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Gods rods are speaking rods, and haue a voice with them, and commonly call for repentance,
God's rods Are speaking rods, and have a voice with them, and commonly call for Repentance,
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1848
and turning, looke to it therfore, that thou beest not a non-proficieus in this Schoole; let euery crosse purge away some drosse and filth, wherefore doth the Lord send them, but for this end;
and turning, look to it Therefore, that thou Best not a non-proficieus in this School; let every cross purge away Some dross and filth, Wherefore does the Lord send them, but for this end;
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let not God loose his end, but let thy crosses become corrections: now how are they corrections, when they worke no amendment.
let not God lose his end, but let thy Crosses become corrections: now how Are they corrections, when they work no amendment.
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Be not thou more fearefull of being afflicted, then thou art carefull of not being reformed, by that thy affliction,
Be not thou more fearful of being afflicted, then thou art careful of not being reformed, by that thy affliction,
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and so maist thou haue great comfort that thy affliction is sanctified vnto thee; that it is a part of Christs crosse, and not of Adams curse.
and so Mayest thou have great Comfort that thy affliction is sanctified unto thee; that it is a part of Christ cross, and not of Adams curse.
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Be carefull to come out better then thou wentest in, for if thou beest hardned, not melted, thou art clay, not gold.
Be careful to come out better then thou wentest in, for if thou Best hardened, not melted, thou art clay, not gold.
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The last vse, may be comfort for Gods elect, for seeing that afflictions are so good and profitable,
The last use, may be Comfort for God's elect, for seeing that afflictions Are so good and profitable,
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as the effectes thereof doe declare, prouing as wholesome medicines, and fatherly chastisements, to amend and reforme vs, what cause haue Gods children to groane so much vnder the burthen:
as the effects thereof do declare, proving as wholesome medicines, and fatherly chastisements, to amend and reform us, what cause have God's children to groan so much under the burden:
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1855
many are readie through the Deuils suggestions, to make hard conclusions against themselues in time of trouble,
many Are ready through the Devils suggestions, to make hard conclusions against themselves in time of trouble,
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as if God had forsaken them, or that they were cast out of his fauour;
as if God had forsaken them, or that they were cast out of his favour;
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1857
but consider why doth the Lord send them? what effectes doth he worke by them? surely, no other then to bring thee to himselfe, these are but like the dogge of our good shepheard, to fetch vs into his fold:
but Consider why does the Lord send them? what effects does he work by them? surely, no other then to bring thee to himself, these Are but like the dog of our good shepherd, to fetch us into his fold:
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he setteth them but as thornes and bryars, to keepe vs from running on in that same smooth and pleasant passage, which leadeth to destruction.
he sets them but as thorns and briars, to keep us from running on in that same smooth and pleasant passage, which leads to destruction.
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Doth he take from vs health, wealth, ease, peace, or the like;
Does he take from us health, wealth, ease, peace, or the like;
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1860
yet he dealeth no otherwise with vs, then Dauid did with Saul, who finding him sleeping in his campe, would neither slay him himselfe,
yet he deals no otherwise with us, then David did with Saul, who finding him sleeping in his camp, would neither slay him himself,
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1861
nor suffer Abn•• to slay him, onely he tooke away his speare, and his water-pot, which also after he had wakned him, he restored againe: no way intending his destruction.
nor suffer Abn•• to slay him, only he took away his spear, and his waterpot, which also After he had wakened him, he restored again: no Way intending his destruction.
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Thus dealeth God with vs, who many times findeth vs sleeping in our sinnes, when we should be waking,
Thus deals God with us, who many times finds us sleeping in our Sins, when we should be waking,
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1863
yet he slayeth vs not, neither intendeth our destruction, but happily taketh from vs those things wherein we place our strength and trust;
yet he slays us not, neither intends our destruction, but happily Takes from us those things wherein we place our strength and trust;
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which also after we are awaked, he restoreth againe vnto vs in a most gracious manner.
which also After we Are awaked, he restoreth again unto us in a most gracious manner.
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1865
What cause then hast thou to murmure or complaine, when thou art afflicted? nay,
What cause then hast thou to murmur or complain, when thou art afflicted? nay,
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1866
how great cause hast thou of thankesgiuing, and reioycing? Be not then deceiued, it is needfull and profitable for thee, to drinke of this cup, it was good for Dauid that he was afflicted,
how great cause hast thou of thanksgiving, and rejoicing? Be not then deceived, it is needful and profitable for thee, to drink of this cup, it was good for David that he was afflicted,
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1867
and as good for thee and me, and the rest of Gods children. Be not then cast downe vnder the hand of God.
and as good for thee and me, and the rest of God's children. Be not then cast down under the hand of God.
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1868
Of al hearbs in the garden, esteeme of Rue and patience. And thus much be spoken of this motiue the sence of his misery:
Of all herbs in the garden, esteem of Rue and patience. And thus much be spoken of this motive the sense of his misery:
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1869
now for the next, which is the perswasion of his Fathers mercy. The point hence will be;
now for the next, which is the persuasion of his Father's mercy. The point hence will be;
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1870
That the sence and knowledge of Gods mercy and goodnesse is, that which causeth vs to turne vnto him. That the sense and knowledge of God's mercy and Goodness is, that which Causes us to turn unto him.
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This is notably confirmed in the 12. of Zachary, ver. 12. The house of Dauid and inhabitants of Ierusalem, are brought to Repentance,
This is notably confirmed in the 12. of Zachary, ver. 12. The house of David and inhabitants of Ierusalem, Are brought to Repentance,
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and godly sorrow, vpon a consideration of Gods infinite loue towards them in Christ Iesus. So sayth the Prophet Dauid Psal. 130.4. There is mercy with thee, that thou mayst be feared.
and godly sorrow, upon a consideration of God's infinite love towards them in christ Iesus. So say the Prophet David Psalm 130.4. There is mercy with thee, that thou Mayest be feared.
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So saith S. Iohn. We loue him, because he loued vs first:
So Says S. John. We love him, Because he loved us First:
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and what doth the Author to the Hebrews else meane, in saying He that commeth to God, must beleeue that God is,
and what does the Author to the Hebrews Else mean, in saying He that comes to God, must believe that God is,
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and that he is a rewarder of them that seeke him. and that he is a rewarder of them that seek him.
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1876
The reasons may be these, our hearts are of a sturdie and flintie nature, and neuer will kindly relent, till loue worke on them.
The Reasons may be these, our hearts Are of a sturdy and flinty nature, and never will kindly relent, till love work on them.
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1877
True it is, the heart may be pricked by the Preaching of the Law, and humbled with sence of a mans owne misery,
True it is, the heart may be pricked by the Preaching of the Law, and humbled with sense of a men own misery,
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1878
but it neuer commeth to breake forth into hartie confession, and true griefe for sinne,
but it never comes to break forth into hearty Confessi, and true grief for sin,
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1879
as it is sinne, and a breach of Gods law, vntill the sence of Gods mercie is in some measure tasted of.
as it is sin, and a breach of God's law, until the sense of God's mercy is in Some measure tasted of.
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1880
Could misery alone turne one to God, then might the Deuils haue beene long agoe conuerted:
Could misery alone turn one to God, then might the Devils have been long ago converted:
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1881
and Iudas also might haue repented, for he felt anguish enough, and horror of conscience,
and Iudas also might have repented, for he felt anguish enough, and horror of conscience,
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1882
but that did rather driue him from God, because he could not apprehend the kindnes and mercy of God towardes him.
but that did rather driven him from God, Because he could not apprehend the kindness and mercy of God towards him.
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1883
The workes of Gods fauour and mercie toward vs imprint a stamp and image, of the like in vs,
The works of God's favour and mercy towards us imprint a stamp and image, of the like in us,
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1884
therefore his choosing of vs, imprints this in our hearts, to choose him for our chiefe treasure;
Therefore his choosing of us, imprints this in our hearts, to choose him for our chief treasure;
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1885
his loue of vs, causeth vs to loue him; his turning to vs, to turne to him.
his love of us, Causes us to love him; his turning to us, to turn to him.
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1886
Is this so, that the perswasion of mercie should cause vs to turne:
Is this so, that the persuasion of mercy should cause us to turn:
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1887
this then reprooueth such as turne Gods grace into wantonnesse, and make this mercy of God a bawde for sin.
this then Reproveth such as turn God's grace into wantonness, and make this mercy of God a bawd for since.
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1888
Nothing is more called for, and nothing more abused:
Nothing is more called for, and nothing more abused:
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1889
Knowest thou not (saith the Apostle) that the mercie of God should lead thee to Repentance: Knowest thou not (Says the Apostle) that the mercy of God should led thee to Repentance:
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1890
But thou despisest the riches of his goodnesse, and forbearance, and long suffering, and after thy hardnesse,
But thou Despisest the riches of his Goodness, and forbearance, and long suffering, and After thy hardness,
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1891
and impenitent heart, treasurest vp vnto thy selfe wrath against the day of wrath: and impenitent heart, treasurest up unto thy self wrath against the day of wrath:
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1892
how often heare wee this apollogie returned, when all other defences fayle, oh God is mercifull: it is true,
how often hear we this apology returned, when all other defences fail, o God is merciful: it is true,
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1893
but to whom, it is to such as turne from their sin, not to such as continue in sinne:
but to whom, it is to such as turn from their since, not to such as continue in sin:
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1894
as for such Esay reads their doome; as for such Isaiah reads their doom;
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1895
He that made them will not haue mercie on them, and he that formed them will shew them no fauour. He that made them will not have mercy on them, and he that formed them will show them no favour.
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1896
And Moses fearefully in the 29. of Deut. He that heareth the words of this curse,
And Moses fearfully in the 29. of Deuteronomy He that hears the words of this curse,
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1897
and blesseth himselfe in his heart, saying, I shall haue peace, though I walke in the imaginations of my heart, to adde drunkennesse to thirst.
and Blesses himself in his heart, saying, I shall have peace, though I walk in the Imaginations of my heart, to add Drunkenness to thirst.
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1898
The Lord will not spare him, but then the anger of the Lord and his iealousie shall smoake against him,
The Lord will not spare him, but then the anger of the Lord and his jealousy shall smoke against him,
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1899
and all the curses that are written in this booke shall lye vpon him, and the Lord shall blot out his name from vnder heauen. and all the curses that Are written in this book shall lie upon him, and the Lord shall blot out his name from under heaven.
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1900
A fearefull thunder-bolt throwne on the head of all such impious beasts, as make Gods mercie a cloake for sinne, take notice of it thou filthie prophane liuer, who being reproued for thy drunkennesse,
A fearful thunderbolt thrown on the head of all such impious beasts, as make God's mercy a cloak for sin, take notice of it thou filthy profane liver, who being reproved for thy Drunkenness,
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1901
and such like vncleannesse, hast this for thy defence, and holdst vp this for a buckler;
and such like uncleanness, hast this for thy defence, and holdest up this for a buckler;
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1902
no, no, he hath no mercie for thee, so long as thou walkest on in thy impenitency,
no, no, he hath no mercy for thee, so long as thou walkest on in thy impenitency,
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1903
but wrath and seueritie, which he will one day manifest.
but wrath and severity, which he will one day manifest.
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1904
Secondly, let this exhort you to take true notice of his mercy, thou that wouldst repent;
Secondly, let this exhort you to take true notice of his mercy, thou that Wouldst Repent;
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1905
get a tast of his loue, were his mercies seriously thought vpon, whom would they not moue? whom would not these coards of his loue draw? call them to thy mind, muster them together, they are indeede innumerable,
get a taste of his love, were his Mercies seriously Thought upon, whom would they not move? whom would not these coards of his love draw? call them to thy mind, muster them together, they Are indeed innumerable,
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1906
but for your better meditation consider of these foure rankes, first of his preuenting mercies, consider from how many sinnes he hath kept and preserued thee, many sinnes indeed thou hast commited,
but for your better meditation Consider of these foure ranks, First of his preventing Mercies, Consider from how many Sins he hath kept and preserved thee, many Sins indeed thou hast committed,
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1907
but farre more wouldst thou haue had committed, had not his mercy preuented thee, what hath kept the from murder, was it not his mercy? what from robbery was it not this mercy? and what from whoring,
but Far more Wouldst thou have had committed, had not his mercy prevented thee, what hath kept thee from murder, was it not his mercy? what from robbery was it not this mercy? and what from whoring,
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1908
but this his mercy? the seedes of all these are in thy heart, yea and of worse, the seedes of the sinne against the holy Ghost not excepted, which thou mightest,
but this his mercy? the seeds of all these Are in thy heart, yea and of Worse, the seeds of the sin against the holy Ghost not excepted, which thou Mightest,
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1909
nay wouldest haue committed had not God with held thee, had not God bine thus mercifull vnto thee, thou wouldst haue proued the vilest Iulian; Nero, Iudas that euer the earth bare:
nay Wouldst have committed had not God with held thee, had not God bine thus merciful unto thee, thou Wouldst have proved the Vilest Iulian; Nero, Iudas that ever the earth bore:
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1910
this then is Gods mercy, Gods great mercy towards thee: oh let it leade thee to repentance.
this then is God's mercy, God's great mercy towards thee: o let it lead thee to Repentance.
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1911
If mercies of this kind cannot moue, then in the Second place call to mind his sparing mercies,
If Mercies of this kind cannot move, then in the Second place call to mind his sparing Mercies,
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1912
for albeit thou hast not committed such grosse sinns as some others haue, yet thou hast done enough,
for albeit thou hast not committed such gross Sins as Some Others have, yet thou hast done enough,
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1913
yea a thousand times more then enough, to cause God, and that iustly to haue destroyed thee long before this houre and to haue throwne thee into hell,
yea a thousand times more then enough, to cause God, and that justly to have destroyed thee long before this hour and to have thrown thee into hell,
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1914
and giuen thee thy portion amongst the reprobate.
and given thee thy portion among the Reprobate.
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1915
Consider Gods iustice on Zimry and Cosby you Adulterers, on Iezabell you proud ones, on Senacherib you blasphemers, on Achan you worldlings, on Ananias and Saphira, you lyers.
Consider God's Justice on Zimri and Cosby you Adulterers, on Jezebel you proud ones, on Sennacherib you blasphemers, on achan you worldlings, on Ananias and Sapphira, you liars.
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1916
And then tell me if Gods mercy be not great towards thee;
And then tell me if God's mercy be not great towards thee;
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1917
thou liuest in the like sins, thou knowest it, yea and happily thy conscience condems thee for it;
thou Livest in the like Sins, thou Knowest it, yea and happily thy conscience condemns thee for it;
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1918
these were stricken suddenly in the very act of their sins, thou hast commited them ouer and ouer againe, & yet art spared.
these were stricken suddenly in the very act of their Sins, thou hast committed them over and over again, & yet art spared.
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1919
Oh the mercy of God towards thee! consider of his goodnesse.
O the mercy of God towards thee! Consider of his Goodness.
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1920
There are many thousands in hell for those sinnes thou liuest in, and yet haue not committed them so often as thou hast done:
There Are many thousands in hell for those Sins thou Livest in, and yet have not committed them so often as thou hast done:
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1921
and others that haue not committed so great grosse sinnes as thou, behold then Gods seuerity towards them, but his mercy towards thee.
and Others that have not committed so great gross Sins as thou, behold then God's severity towards them, but his mercy towards thee.
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1922
Let this leade thee to Repentance: If mercies of this kind preuaile not, then in the third place consider, his Renewing mercies, whereby he doth renew his fauours to thee daily,
Let this lead thee to Repentance: If Mercies of this kind prevail not, then in the third place Consider, his Renewing Mercies, whereby he does renew his favours to thee daily,
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1923
and lodeth thee with his blessings, though thou ladest him with thy sinnes, doth he not daily renew his fauours with the light, giuing thee life, health, food, rayment,
and loadeth thee with his blessings, though thou ladest him with thy Sins, does he not daily renew his favours with the Light, giving thee life, health, food, raiment,
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1924
and many other blessings which others more dutiful then thy selfe do want? There is neuer an howre in the day nor night,
and many other blessings which Others more dutiful then thy self do want? There is never an hour in the day nor night,
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1925
but thou forfetest all health, wealth, peace, liberty, yea heauen, and thy saluation.
but thou forfetest all health, wealth, peace, liberty, yea heaven, and thy salvation.
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1926
Yet for all that is God thus gratious? and openeth his hands liberally to bestow good things vpon thee;
Yet for all that is God thus gracious? and Openeth his hands liberally to bestow good things upon thee;
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1927
shall he be thus gratious in renewing his mercies, and wilt thou be so gracelesse as not renew thy obedience? be not so wretchlesse, let these cause thee to repent.
shall he be thus gracious in renewing his Mercies, and wilt thou be so graceless as not renew thy Obedience? be not so wretchless, let these cause thee to Repent.
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1928
If yet these wil not do, then in the last place consider, his pardoning mercies;
If yet these will not do, then in the last place Consider, his pardoning Mercies;
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1929
he is ready to pardon all thy sins, & willing to passe by all thy offences, vpon thy repentance, be they neuer so many, Were they as red as scarlet yet they shalbe made as white as snow:
he is ready to pardon all thy Sins, & willing to pass by all thy offences, upon thy Repentance, be they never so many, Were they as read as scarlet yet they shall made as white as snow:
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how euer thou haue liued & thy sinnes be many and great, and they all double dipped and died, wilt thou repent? the strength of his mercy shall vndoe them, shall change them,
how ever thou have lived & thy Sins be many and great, and they all double dipped and died, wilt thou Repent? the strength of his mercy shall undo them, shall change them,
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and make them as if they had neuer bine done, thy sinnes shallbe forgiuen in Christ,
and make them as if they had never bine done, thy Sins shall forgiven in christ,
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1932
and neuer imputed nor laid to thy charge;
and never imputed nor laid to thy charge;
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1933
if yet these will not preuaile, then put all together consider his Preuenting, his Sparing his renewing, his pardoning mercies, & if there be any hope of thee, they wil moue thee to looke home,
if yet these will not prevail, then put all together Consider his Preventing, his Sparing his renewing, his pardoning Mercies, & if there be any hope of thee, they will move thee to look home,
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1934
and with this Prodigall to returne to thy fathers house.
and with this Prodigal to return to thy Father's house.
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1935
Oh how inexcusable art thou whom these mercies cannot allure? art thou not worthy of double condemnation? the sinnes committed against the law, may be cured by the grace of the Gospell,
O how inexcusable art thou whom these Mercies cannot allure? art thou not worthy of double condemnation? the Sins committed against the law, may be cured by the grace of the Gospel,
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but when this grace is despised, and men who may receiue mercy for repenting, will not repent, wherewith shall this impiety be healed, doth there remaine any more sacrifice for sinne;
but when this grace is despised, and men who may receive mercy for repenting, will not Repent, wherewith shall this impiety be healed, does there remain any more sacrifice for sin;
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shall any new Sauiour be sent to saue such men? Surely no, there remaines nothing for such,
shall any new Saviour be sent to save such men? Surely no, there remains nothing for such,
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but a fearefull looking for, and expectation of iudgement, and fiery indignation, which shall deuoure them.
but a fearful looking for, and expectation of judgement, and fiery Indignation, which shall devour them.
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In the last place, here we see, that sence of misery without sence of mercy will not bring vs to repentance, no nor yet sence of mercie, without sence of miserie:
In the last place, Here we see, that sense of misery without sense of mercy will not bring us to Repentance, no nor yet sense of mercy, without sense of misery:
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the sence of mercy without a feeling of our misery, maketh vs to presume, and the sence of misery without hope of mercie, driueth vs to despaire;
the sense of mercy without a feeling of our misery, makes us to presume, and the sense of misery without hope of mercy, Driveth us to despair;
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so that misery and mercy must be both seene, els it is impossible to be brought to repentance.
so that misery and mercy must be both seen, Else it is impossible to be brought to Repentance.
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So looke on thy misery, as withall thou hast an eye on Gods mercie, and so haue an eye on his mercie,
So look on thy misery, as withal thou hast an eye on God's mercy, and so have an eye on his mercy,
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as that first thou hast an eye on thy owne miserie: these are the two eyes of euery penitent;
as that First thou hast an eye on thy own misery: these Are the two eyes of every penitent;
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of neyther of them must he be blind, that would find the way to Gods kingdome.
of neither of them must he be blind, that would find the Way to God's Kingdom.
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I cannot yet dismisse this verse, before I speake something of a point or two, which I cannot well baulke, they lying in the way,
I cannot yet dismiss this verse, before I speak something of a point or two, which I cannot well balk, they lying in the Way,
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1946
and offering themselues to our consideration. First, in that these are termed hyred seruants, which were in his fathers house; let vs note;
and offering themselves to our consideration. First, in that these Are termed hired Servants, which were in his Father's house; let us note;
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All in Gods house are not dutifull sonnes, for some are hyrelings: Such were the Scribes and Pharises, here they serued God onely for reward, and did other duties mercinarily; All in God's house Are not dutiful Sons, for Some Are hirelings: Such were the Scribes and Pharisees, Here they served God only for reward, and did other duties mercenarily;
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1948
as doth appeare by the words of our Sauiour Christ, Matt. 6. and so in the Parable of the Grounds, one of those kinds receiue the Word with ioy,
as does appear by the words of our Saviour christ, Matt. 6. and so in the Parable of the Grounds, one of those Kinds receive the Word with joy,
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but it is onely for by-respects, and temporary causes, and therefore fall away in time of persecution.
but it is only for by-respects, and temporary Causes, and Therefore fallen away in time of persecution.
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Such also were manie of Christs followers, who sought onely after the bread that perisheth, as appeares by Christs words. Iohn 6. Such also were many of Christ followers, who sought only After the bred that Perishes, as appears by Christ words. John 6.
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And therefore, seeing this is so, it standeth euery one in hand, truely and throughly to examine himselfe,
And Therefore, seeing this is so, it Stands every one in hand, truly and thoroughly to examine himself,
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1952
whether he be a sonne or hyreling; thou maiest know it by the end thou aimest at in the seruice of God:
whither he be a son or hireling; thou Mayest know it by the end thou aimest At in the service of God:
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Aymest thou at his glorie principally, or thy owne good? Is his glory the White thou leuelest at? Or, art thou corrupted with some other consideration? If Gods glorie bee the marke,
Aimest thou At his glory principally, or thy own good? Is his glory the White thou levelest At? Or, art thou corrupted with Some other consideration? If God's glory be the mark,
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then art thou a sonne, but if thou professest the Gospell for other ends, and by-respect, thou art a mercinarie, and a hyreling.
then art thou a son, but if thou professest the Gospel for other ends, and by-respect, thou art a mercenary, and a hireling.
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1955
But Moses is said to haue an eye to the recompence of reward:
But Moses is said to have an eye to the recompense of reward:
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yea Christ himselfe, (the Sonne of God, in whom was no sinne) for the ioy that was set before him, endured the Crosse, despising the shame,
yea christ himself, (the Son of God, in whom was no sin) for the joy that was Set before him, endured the Cross, despising the shame,
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and is set downe at the right hand of the Throne of God.
and is Set down At the right hand of the Throne of God.
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I answer, in performing of good duties, an eye may be had to the recompence of reward,
I answer, in performing of good duties, an eye may be had to the recompense of reward,
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and the consideration of it may be vsed as a helpe to our dulnesse.
and the consideration of it may be used as a help to our dulness.
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1960
But let vs know, that we are not principally to respect it, for were there no reward,
But let us know, that we Are not principally to respect it, for were there no reward,
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neither heauen for the good, nor hell for the bad:
neither heaven for the good, nor hell for the bad:
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yet a child of God is bound, yea and would obey the Lord for conscience sake:
yet a child of God is bound, yea and would obey the Lord for conscience sake:
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1963
Take notice then here by the way, of a shamefull vntruth, wherewith the Rhemists doe charge vs,
Take notice then Here by the Way, of a shameful untruth, wherewith the Rhemists do charge us,
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namely, that we condemne all doing of good, in hope of heauen; or leauing of euill, for feare of hell;
namely, that we condemn all doing of good, in hope of heaven; or leaving of evil, for Fear of hell;
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1965
and that such kind of preaching, we vtterly dislike. How true this is, our Congregations can testifie;
and that such kind of preaching, we utterly dislike. How true this is, our Congregations can testify;
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1966
we exhort men to doe good, in respect of the reward, and we vse (as motiues) both heauens ioy, and hels horror:
we exhort men to do good, in respect of the reward, and we use (as motives) both heavens joy, and hels horror:
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howsoeuer (indeed) wee exhort not men to doe good onely and principally for the rewards sake,
howsoever (indeed) we exhort not men to do good only and principally for the rewards sake,
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but rather in duetie and thankfulnesse to God, that he may thereby be glorified. Now further see:
but rather in duty and thankfulness to God, that he may thereby be glorified. Now further see:
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these hyred seruants, haue bread enough, yea, and more then enough, for they haue to spare:
these hired Servants, have bred enough, yea, and more then enough, for they have to spare:
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1970
Hence wee gather, God prouideth a large and liberall diet for those of his houshold. Hence we gather, God Provideth a large and liberal diet for those of his household.
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The verie hyrelings haue such plentie, that there is to spare, and then surely his sonnes shall not be pinched.
The very hirelings have such plenty, that there is to spare, and then surely his Sons shall not be pinched.
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For the confirming of this poynt, see Prouerbes 9.1, 2. Wisdome hath built her house: Shee hath hewne out her seuen Pillars: She hath killed her Beasts: Shee hath mingled her Wine:
For the confirming of this point, see Proverbs 9.1, 2. Wisdom hath built her house: She hath hewed out her seuen Pillars: She hath killed her Beasts: She hath mingled her Wine:
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Shee hath also furnished her Table. She hath also furnished her Table.
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In which words, the bountie and magnificence of the Lord towards his Church, is reprepresented by the plentifull prouision of a liberall Feastmaker:
In which words, the bounty and magnificence of the Lord towards his Church, is reprepresented by the plentiful provision of a liberal Feast maker:
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so also, in the 36. Psal. ver. 8. They shall be all aboundantly satisfied with the fatnesse of thy house:
so also, in the 36. Psalm ver. 8. They shall be all abundantly satisfied with the fatness of thy house:
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and thou shalt make them drinke of the riuer of thy pleasures. And in the 25. of Esay most excellently: and thou shalt make them drink of the river of thy pleasures. And in the 25. of Isaiah most excellently:
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In this mountaine shall the Lord of Hoasts make vnto all people a feast of fat things, a feast of Wines on the Lees, of fat things full of marrow, of Wines on the Lees well refined: In this mountain shall the Lord of Hosts make unto all people a feast of fat things, a feast of Wines on the Lees, of fat things full of marrow, of Wines on the Lees well refined:
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The meaning is, that God will prouide for his Church and people (both Iewes and Gentiles) a sumptuous and royall feast for the refreshing of their soules:
The meaning is, that God will provide for his Church and people (both Iewes and Gentiles) a sumptuous and royal feast for the refreshing of their Souls:
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which bountifull prouision, our Sauiour Christ also setteth forth in the Gospell by a parable;
which bountiful provision, our Saviour christ also sets forth in the Gospel by a parable;
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1980
comparing the kingdome of Heauen (that is, the Doctrine of the Gospel) to a marriage Feast, which a King prepared for his Sonne:
comparing the Kingdom of Heaven (that is, the Doctrine of the Gospel) to a marriage Feast, which a King prepared for his Son:
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1981
Now marke, first it is compared to a Feast, therefore costly: secondly, made by a King, therefore not common, but plenty:
Now mark, First it is compared to a Feast, Therefore costly: secondly, made by a King, Therefore not Common, but plenty:
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1982
thirdly, to a Wedding feast, therefore not sparing, but liberall and large:
Thirdly, to a Wedding feast, Therefore not sparing, but liberal and large:
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fourthly, to a feast made at the mariage of his owne Sonne, and therefore so much the more sumptuous, and magnificent.
fourthly, to a feast made At the marriage of his own Son, and Therefore so much the more sumptuous, and magnificent.
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So then we see this truth strongly confirmed by these Scriptures which haue beene brought. Now heare the Reasons.
So then we see this truth strongly confirmed by these Scriptures which have been brought. Now hear the Reasons.
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1985
First, God is of sufficient abilitie that he can doe it: many indeed would prouide for their Family in a more liberall manner then they doe,
First, God is of sufficient ability that he can do it: many indeed would provide for their Family in a more liberal manner then they do,
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1986
if they were able, but meanes is wanting: It is not so with God, hee hath meanes sufficient, to him is nothing wanting.
if they were able, but means is wanting: It is not so with God, he hath means sufficient, to him is nothing wanting.
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Secondly, as he is able, so he is willing, his loue is great vnto his houshold,
Secondly, as he is able, so he is willing, his love is great unto his household,
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and therefore he will doe it.
and Therefore he will do it.
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1989
Some there are, that though they haue abilitie, yet they haue no will, and therefore doe it not:
some there Are, that though they have ability, yet they have no will, and Therefore do it not:
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1990
but in our God, is both, and therefore we may conclude with Dauid, Nothing shall be wanting that is good.
but in our God, is both, and Therefore we may conclude with David, Nothing shall be wanting that is good.
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1991
The first Vse, is for reprehension, and that two-fold;
The First Use, is for reprehension, and that twofold;
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1992
first, of such as being in the place and roome of Stewards, doe scant the houshold of that liberall prouision which the Master alloweth:
First, of such as being in the place and room of Stewards, do scant the household of that liberal provision which the Master alloweth:
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thus doe the Papists, who bragge and boast that they are the faithfull Stewards in the house of God,
thus do the Papists, who brag and boast that they Are the faithful Stewards in the house of God,
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1994
yet (by their leaue) sacriligiously rob the Family of Gods allowance, prouiding for the people such a poore thinne dyet,
yet (by their leave) sacriligeously rob the Family of God's allowance, providing for the people such a poor thin diet,
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1995
as is not able to keepe life and soule together, for whereas God hath appoynted for his Church large fare,
as is not able to keep life and soul together, for whereas God hath appointed for his Church large fare,
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and a feast of fat things, both the Word and Sacraments, to be taught and administred;
and a feast of fat things, both the Word and Sacraments, to be taught and administered;
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and charged, that as faithfull stewards, euerie one should haue their portion: They depriue them of some, and corrupt the rest;
and charged, that as faithful Stewards, every one should have their portion: They deprive them of Some, and corrupt the rest;
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giuing them Gall for meat, and Vinegar to drinke, as the Psalmist speaketh.
giving them Gall for meat, and Vinegar to drink, as the Psalmist speaks.
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For the Word, (behold their dealing) they keepe it from the people, and locke it vp in an vnknowne Tongue, condemning it as, hereticall, For the Word, (behold their dealing) they keep it from the people, and lock it up in an unknown Tongue, condemning it as, heretical,
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for them to haue it in the vulgar Language charging, vpon paine of damnation, that none read it without speciall licence.
for them to have it in the Vulgar Language charging, upon pain of damnation, that none read it without special licence.
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But what may be the reason of this, may some demand? Why do the Papists thus coffer vp the Scriptures, and keepe the people from reading of them?
But what may be the reason of this, may Some demand? Why do the Papists thus coffer up the Scriptures, and keep the people from reading of them?
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Surely, the true cause is this, that their workes of darkenesse may not be discouered: Surely, the true cause is this, that their works of darkness may not be discovered:
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Should this light be set into his Candlesticke, their rotten wares would lye rotting vpon their hands, they would want vent for for their filthie Merchandize of Pardons, Masses, Indulgences, and the like;
Should this Light be Set into his Candlestick, their rotten wares would lie rotting upon their hands, they would want vent for for their filthy Merchandise of Pardons, Masses, Indulgences, and the like;
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therefore to haue the better sale, like deceitfull Tradesmen, they care not for the light;
Therefore to have the better sale, like deceitful Tradesmen, they care not for the Light;
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or, like vnto theeues, they put out the candle, that they may rifle more safely in the darke.
or, like unto thieves, they put out the candle, that they may rifle more safely in the dark.
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I confesse, they alledge other causes of this their dealing, they say it is darke and obscure, hard, I confess, they allege other Causes of this their dealing, they say it is dark and Obscure, hard,
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and kno••ie, yea, a breeder of heresies, and maker of strifes, and manie peruert it to their owne dectruction.
and kno••ie, yea, a breeder of heresies, and maker of strifes, and many pervert it to their own destruction.
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But I am sure, the Holy Ghost saith, it giueth wisdome to the simple, and will guide them in the way,
But I am sure, the Holy Ghost Says, it gives Wisdom to the simple, and will guide them in the Way,
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as also, that it is profitable to improue, and not to impayre the truth; it is as a hammer, to bruise errours, and not to breed them:
as also, that it is profitable to improve, and not to impair the truth; it is as a hammer, to bruise errors, and not to breed them:
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and what if some doe peruert it, shall therefore all be depriued of it? then away with preaching,
and what if Some do pervert it, shall Therefore all be deprived of it? then away with preaching,
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for to some it is the sauor of death. Away with the Sacrament, for to manie it is a seale of damnation:
for to Some it is the savour of death. Away with the Sacrament, for to many it is a seal of damnation:
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yea, and with Christ himselfe, for to many he is a Rocke of offence.
yea, and with christ himself, for to many he is a Rock of offence.
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Now then, because some abuse it, shall wee take away the right vse of it? Is it a good reason to proue that no Vines must grow in Lacedemon,
Now then, Because Some abuse it, shall we take away the right use of it? Is it a good reason to prove that no Vines must grow in Lacedaemon,
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because some drunkards did abuse them to excesse? or, because some abuse a Sword,
Because Some drunkards did abuse them to excess? or, Because Some abuse a Sword,
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therefore let none weare any? Were it not crueltie in a Nurse to refuse to giue children milke,
Therefore let none wear any? Were it not cruelty in a Nurse to refuse to give children milk,
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for feare of dropping vpon their Clothes? and crueltie in a Mother, to take bread from her children,
for Fear of dropping upon their Clothes? and cruelty in a Mother, to take bred from her children,
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for feare the dogge may snatch it? Is it lesse crueltie in these to keepe the Word from the people vnder these pretences?
for Fear the dog may snatch it? Is it less cruelty in these to keep the Word from the people under these pretences?
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But (may some say) this seemeth to be a slander, for they permit the people to read the Word, But (may Some say) this seems to be a slander, for they permit the people to read the Word,
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and haue translated the Testament into their vulgar Tongue, so that any may vnderstand.
and have translated the Testament into their Vulgar Tongue, so that any may understand.
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True it is (the curses of the people haue beene so manie, for their ingrossing vp this graine into the mustie garners of their Bishops houses) that now within these few yeares, to stop the peoples mouthes, they haue vented some of their corne;
True it is (the curses of the people have been so many, for their engrossing up this grain into the musty garners of their Bishops houses) that now within these few Years, to stop the peoples mouths, they have vented Some of their corn;
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but it is such mustie, mildewed and blasted graine, so corrupted with Apocriphall additions, and humane traditions, that their sinne is no lesse now in poysoning,
but it is such musty, mildewed and blasted grain, so corrupted with Apocryphal additions, and humane traditions, that their sin is no less now in poisoning,
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then it was before in staruing.
then it was before in starving.
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But yet may some say, they take paines in preaching, and what is wanting one way, they supply another.
But yet may Some say, they take pains in preaching, and what is wanting one Way, they supply Another.
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Let the words of a learned man, be an answer to this.
Let the words of a learned man, be an answer to this.
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In former times, it was as great a wonder to heare a Bishop preach, as to see an Asse to flye (as one of their owne side in a publique Oration before the Bishops assembled in Aninion did testifie:
In former times, it was as great a wonder to hear a Bishop preach, as to see an Ass to fly (as one of their own side in a public Oration before the Bishops assembled in Aninion did testify:
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) Now indeed they preach more then heretofore, but their Doctrine sauours of policie more then of pietie, tending rather to King killing, then soule sauing. ) Now indeed they preach more then heretofore, but their Doctrine savours of policy more then of piety, tending rather to King killing, then soul Saving.
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Their Diuinitie tracts are worse then their humane learning; and their Sermons are the worst of all Diuinity;
Their Divinity tracts Are Worse then their humane learning; and their Sermons Are the worst of all Divinity;
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being stuffed with lying legends, and not according to the wisdome of Gods Law.
being stuffed with lying legends, and not according to the Wisdom of God's Law.
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The Iesuites (saith my former Author) (alluding to the words of Seneca ) in their preaching are male Agentes, as making merchandize of Gods holy Word.
The Iesuites (Says my former Author) (alluding to the words of Senecca) in their preaching Are male Agents, as making merchandise of God's holy Word.
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The Friers in their preaching, are nihil Agences, vnderstanding neyther what they speake, neither whereof they affirme: The Friars in their preaching, Are nihil Agencies, understanding neither what they speak, neither whereof they affirm:
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for the most part, all Papists in their preaching, are aliud Agences, either beyond the Text,
for the most part, all Papists in their preaching, Are Aliud Agencies, either beyond the Text,
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or behind the Text, or besides the Text. Thus the Iesuites with their too much learning;
or behind the Text, or beside the Text. Thus the Iesuites with their too much learning;
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and the Friers with their too little, wrest and wreath the Scripture to serue their owne turne.
and the Friars with their too little, wrest and wreathe the Scripture to serve their own turn.
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As this is their dealing with the Word, so the like is their dealing with them about the Sacraments:
As this is their dealing with the Word, so the like is their dealing with them about the Sacraments:
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for whereas Christ bequeathed both the Bread and the Wine, to his Church, and prepared a full meale for his people;
for whereas christ bequeathed both the Bred and the Wine, to his Church, and prepared a full meal for his people;
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they barre them of their allowance, giuing only the bread, keeping backe the cup from them:
they bar them of their allowance, giving only the bred, keeping back the cup from them:
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whereas Christ saith, Drinke you all of this; they say, no, onely you Priests, drinke you of it.
whereas christ Says, Drink you all of this; they say, no, only you Priests, drink you of it.
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But let vs heare their reasons. Christs bloud (say they) is in his veines;
But let us hear their Reasons. Christ blood (say they) is in his Veins;
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now, (say they) receiuing the bread, which is the reall bodie, we must haue the bloud also which is in the bodie.
now, (say they) receiving the bred, which is the real body, we must have the blood also which is in the body.
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Answer. We receiue not Christs body in the Sacrament as he lay in the manger, or as he is in heauen, but as he was nayled on the Crosse:Answer. We receive not Christ body in the Sacrament as he lay in the manger, or as he is in heaven, but as he was nailed on the Cross:
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and his bloud, not as it is in the veines, but dropping from his heart: and therefore in the Institution it is said, This is my bodie broken for you,
and his blood, not as it is in the Veins, but dropping from his heart: and Therefore in the Institution it is said, This is my body broken for you,
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and this is my bloud shed for you: and this is my blood shed for you:
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And further, if this reason be good, why doe they then drinke? for what reason can they bring,
And further, if this reason be good, why do they then drink? for what reason can they bring,
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why they may not receiue the bloud in the veines as well as the people?
why they may not receive the blood in the Veins as well as the people?
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Secondly, they say, the Wine is in danger of spilling, but there is lesse danger of the bread.
Secondly, they say, the Wine is in danger of spilling, but there is less danger of the bred.
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If this be not a silly reason, what is or can be? for shall we breake the Institution of Christ,
If this be not a silly reason, what is or can be? for shall we break the Institution of christ,
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because such an inconuenience may follow? And admit that some were spilt, it were no such heynous crime:
Because such an inconvenience may follow? And admit that Some were spilled, it were no such heinous crime:
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True it is, that it is a fault against that holy, comelinesse which ought to be regarded,
True it is, that it is a fault against that holy, comeliness which ought to be regarded,
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but no such fearefull sinne as they make it.
but no such fearful sin as they make it.
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But is not the Wine that is spilt, a part of the Sacrament? how then can this be so small a sinne as you make it?
But is not the Wine that is spilled, a part of the Sacrament? how then can this be so small a sin as you make it?
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I answer, Onely so much is consecrated as we receiue; and no more is the Sacramentall signe: for to proue this:
I answer, Only so much is consecrated as we receive; and no more is the Sacramental Signen: for to prove this:
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That water that the people of Irael drunke, was sacramentall water:
That water that the people of Israel drunk, was sacramental water:
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And that only, and no more, I hope none will say, that that which the cattle drunke, was such also.
And that only, and no more, I hope none will say, that that which the cattle drunk, was such also.
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A third reason they bring, is this:
A third reason they bring, is this:
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Christ gaue it only to his Disciples, and so doe they vnto the Ministers after his example.
christ gave it only to his Disciples, and so do they unto the Ministers After his Exampl.
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Answ. By this reason they may depriue the people of both, for the bread was giuen to them, and onely vnto them; Answer By this reason they may deprive the people of both, for the bred was given to them, and only unto them;
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but I would they would consider better of Christs words, then would the controuersie soone bee ended.
but I would they would Consider better of Christ words, then would the controversy soon be ended.
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This is my bloud, &c. which is shed for you, and many. This is my blood, etc. which is shed for you, and many.
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Now, who were those many? Were they not such as should euer after belieue in him? From whence wee reason, To those, for whom the bloud of Christ was shed, the Cup must be administred.
Now, who were those many? Were they not such as should ever After believe in him? From whence we reason, To those, for whom the blood of christ was shed, the Cup must be administered.
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But the bloud of Christ was shed for the people, aswell as for the Minister;
But the blood of christ was shed for the people, aswell as for the Minister;
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and therefore it ought to be administred to the one, as well as to the other.
and Therefore it ought to be administered to the one, as well as to the other.
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In the fourth place, they say, there ought to be a difference betwixt the Cleargie,
In the fourth place, they say, there ought to be a difference betwixt the Clergy,
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and the Laity, therefore the Ministers receiue both signes, and the people but one (as is fitting) that difference might be made.
and the Laity, Therefore the Ministers receive both Signs, and the people but one (as is fitting) that difference might be made.
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I graunt, the Ministers calling is aboue the peoples, and so there is difference. But if we regard their persons, the people haue as great a part in Christ,
I grant, the Ministers calling is above the peoples, and so there is difference. But if we regard their Persons, the people have as great a part in christ,
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and his Passion, as any of the Clergie.
and his Passion, as any of the Clergy.
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Outward differences there are, but in Christ there are none, as our Apostle teacheth vs, There is neither Iew, nor Greeke;
Outward differences there Are, but in christ there Are none, as our Apostle Teaches us, There is neither Iew, nor Greek;
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there is neither bond, nor free; there is neither male, nor female: for you are all one in Christ Iesus. there is neither bound, nor free; there is neither male, nor female: for you Are all one in christ Iesus.
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And thus haue we seene their wicked and sacriledgious dealing with the Church of God, in keeping from Gods houshold that large portion which God hath afforded;
And thus have we seen their wicked and sacrilegious dealing with the Church of God, in keeping from God's household that large portion which God hath afforded;
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for which they must one day giue a fearefull account, vnlesse the Lord please to open their eyes, and giue them repentance. But now to our selues.
for which they must one day give a fearful account, unless the Lord please to open their eyes, and give them Repentance. But now to our selves.
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For are there not many amongst vs also, who being set in the place of Stewards, allowe to Gods houshold a thinner dyet then God himselfe doth affoord? Oh that there were not such amongst vs!
For Are there not many among us also, who being Set in the place of Stewards, allow to God's household a thinner diet then God himself does afford? O that there were not such among us!
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who feede their sheepe in short pastures, and lead their flockes by the still waters (I speake it in another sence then Dauid did) feeding them quarterly or monthly, but scarce weekely can their voyce be heard, cleane forgetting the rule of the Apostle, preach in season and out of season.
who feed their sheep in short pastures, and led their flocks by the still waters (I speak it in Another sense then David did) feeding them quarterly or monthly, but scarce weekly can their voice be herd, clean forgetting the Rule of the Apostle, preach in season and out of season.
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Hence it commeth to passe that the sheepe belonging to their charge are like Pharaohs Kine,
Hence it comes to pass that the sheep belonging to their charge Are like Pharaohs Kine,
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so leane and euill fauoured, and so weake as euery bush is able to entangle, & euery ditch ready to drowne, euery blast of vaine doctrine able to blow away.
so lean and evil favoured, and so weak as every bush is able to entangle, & every ditch ready to drown, every blast of vain Doctrine able to blow away.
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Oh that wee did consider that charge the Apostle giueth to him, & in him to vs, that we would remember that woe that belongeth vnto vs for not preaching the Gospell.
O that we did Consider that charge the Apostle gives to him, & in him to us, that we would Remember that woe that belongeth unto us for not preaching the Gospel.
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Art thou a Steward? art thou an Ambassadour? why then doest thou not deliuer thy message? why doest thou not distribute Gods food vnto his people? how wilt thou be able to looke him in the face, at whose barre one day all flesh must stand.
Art thou a Steward? art thou an Ambassador? why then dost thou not deliver thy message? why dost thou not distribute God's food unto his people? how wilt thou be able to look him in the face, At whose bar one day all Flesh must stand.
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There be good iniunctions for the comely ceremonies of the Church (saith one) so likewise many good orders for the reuerent administring of the Sacraments, and diligent preaching of the word;
There be good injunctions for the comely ceremonies of the Church (Says one) so likewise many good order for the reverent administering of the Sacraments, and diligent preaching of the word;
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let not the one bee true Canons, while the other are made onely pot-guns. And thus much for the first sort that come vnder the reprehension of this vse.
let not the one be true Canonas, while the other Are made only pot-guns. And thus much for the First sort that come under the reprehension of this use.
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Now for the second, and they are such as will not feed on Gods delicates. Now for the second, and they Are such as will not feed on God's delicates.
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It is Gods good pleasure to haue them well fed, but they can be content with a sparer dyet, they are affraid of growing too fat at the heart;
It is God's good pleasure to have them well fed, but they can be content with a sparer diet, they Are afraid of growing too fat At the heart;
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quarterly preaching is well, and monthly preaching very sufficient, but if it be once a day it is more then needes;
quarterly preaching is well, and monthly preaching very sufficient, but if it be once a day it is more then needs;
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they can heare more in an houre then they can practise all their liues; and I belieue them.
they can hear more in an hour then they can practise all their lives; and I believe them.
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And as for the Sacrament to receiue that at Easter, or at euery good time, is enough in conscience.
And as for the Sacrament to receive that At Easter, or At every good time, is enough in conscience.
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But consider you vnwise amongst the people, and you fooles when will you bee wise;
But Consider you unwise among the people, and you Fools when will you be wise;
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doth the Lord deale thus gratiously with thee, and art thou so vnthankefull? Doth the Lord prouide such plentie,
does the Lord deal thus graciously with thee, and art thou so unthankful? Does the Lord provide such plenty,
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and darest thou call it wast? Oh times! Oh manners! how heart-sicke are wee growne of peace and plentie.
and Darest thou call it wast? O times! O manners! how heartsick Are we grown of peace and plenty.
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What a surfet haue we taken of Gods good blessings, a happie and a blessed cure were it to restore vs to our former daies of health;
What a surfeit have we taken of God's good blessings, a happy and a blessed cure were it to restore us to our former days of health;
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but alas, our disease is grown so desperate, that Gods physitians know not which way to turne their hands,
but alas, our disease is grown so desperate, that God's Physicians know not which Way to turn their hands,
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or heads, to helpe vs. It i• therefore to be feared that God himselfe will take the cure into his hand;
or Heads, to help us It i• Therefore to be feared that God himself will take the cure into his hand;
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and as physitians prescribe abstinence, when a surfet's taken, so the Lord will dyet vs,
and as Physicians prescribe abstinence, when a surfeit's taken, so the Lord will diet us,
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and bring vs againe to our former appetite, by with-holding of the meanes as he long since threatned to his people.
and bring us again to our former appetite, by withholding of the means as he long since threatened to his people.
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Be you therefore warned, esteeme more highly of the Lords fauours, lest you be depriued of them, Be you Therefore warned, esteem more highly of the lords favours, lest you be deprived of them,
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and those dayes come wherein you say, (for loe they will come without repentance) surely there hath beene a Prophet amongst vs. and those days come wherein you say, (for lo they will come without Repentance) surely there hath been a Prophet among us
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And now for a second vse, is this:
And now for a second use, is this:
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so, that God prouideth so liberally for his houshold? thē let vs get good stomacks, come to his house with hungry & thirsty soules;
so, that God Provideth so liberally for his household? them let us get good stomachs, come to his house with hungry & thirsty Souls;
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resort to the word & Sacraments, & to the holy ordinances of God as a hungry man doth to a good feast.
resort to the word & Sacraments, & to the holy ordinances of God as a hungry man does to a good feast.
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Purge a way whatsoeuer may annoye your stomacks, and kill your appetites, let no sinne bee loued nor allowed, this will cloy your soules, that you can haue no appetite to Gods dainties and delicates,
Purge a Way whatsoever may annoy your stomachs, and kill your appetites, let no sin be loved nor allowed, this will cloy your Souls, that you can have no appetite to God's dainties and delicates,
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as the Apostle Peters words doth import, all maliciousnesse, and guile, and dissimulation, and enuie,
as the Apostle Peter's words does import, all maliciousness, and guile, and dissimulation, and envy,
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and euill speaking must be layd aside, before we can desire the sincere milke of the Word, to grow thereby.
and evil speaking must be laid aside, before we can desire the sincere milk of the Word, to grow thereby.
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All these must be purged away by godly sorrow, before we can get that hungring & thirsting whereto we are so often exhorted in Scripture.
All these must be purged away by godly sorrow, before we can get that hungering & thirsting whereto we Are so often exhorted in Scripture.
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A last vse may be for comfort to euery true member of the Church of God, be he neuer so meane;
A last use may be for Comfort to every true member of the Church of God, be he never so mean;
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happily at home there is hard fare, and small prouision;
happily At home there is hard fare, and small provision;
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yet in Gods house there is Gods-plenty a feast of fat things, prouided and prepared, which thou shalt haue as large a share in as the wealthiest,
yet in God's house there is Gods-plenty a feast of fat things, provided and prepared, which thou shalt have as large a share in as the Wealthiest,
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for the priuiledges of Gods house belong vnto thee, as well as to the greatest, if thou be faithfull:
for the privileges of God's house belong unto thee, as well as to the greatest, if thou be faithful:
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let then the fruition of the greater counteruaile the want of the lesse;
let then the fruition of the greater countervail the want of the less;
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though thy fare be hard, yet the fruition of the Word and Sacraments may make amends.
though thy fare be hard, yet the fruition of the Word and Sacraments may make amends.
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The very remembrance of these dainties did so comfort the heart of Dauid, that though hee were banished (for the present) from the assemblies of the Saints,
The very remembrance of these dainties did so Comfort the heart of David, that though he were banished (for the present) from the assemblies of the Saints,
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and was in a barren and dry wildernesse pinched with hunger, and pressed with thirst;
and was in a barren and dry Wilderness pinched with hunger, and pressed with thirst;
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yet (I say) the very remembrance of those things that were passed long before,
yet (I say) the very remembrance of those things that were passed long before,
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and the meditation thereof, did satisfie his soule as with marrow and fatnesse, and made him most cheerefully to vndergoe all his penurie and want.
and the meditation thereof, did satisfy his soul as with marrow and fatness, and made him most cheerfully to undergo all his penury and want.
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If the remembrance of this afforded him such comfort in the time of his absence, how much more should they comfort vs being present at the same? And thus much for this poynt, and for this Verse.
If the remembrance of this afforded him such Comfort in the time of his absence, how much more should they Comfort us being present At the same? And thus much for this point, and for this Verse.
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Now wee are to come to the next, which containeth in it his purpose and resolution which he had in his heart, vpon the consideration of the premisses.
Now we Are to come to the next, which Containeth in it his purpose and resolution which he had in his heart, upon the consideration of the premises.
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VERSE 18. I will arise and goe to my Father, and will say vnto him, Father, I haue sinned against heauen,VERSE 18. I will arise and go to my Father, and will say unto him, Father, I have sinned against heaven,
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and before thee, 19. And am no more worthie to bee called thy Sonne: make mee as one of thy hyred seruants.
and before thee, 19. And am no more worthy to be called thy Son: make me as one of thy hired Servants.
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IN the former verse we haue this Prodigall in his deepe meditations, comparing things together, and weighing them in the ballance:
IN the former verse we have this Prodigal in his deep meditations, comparing things together, and weighing them in the balance:
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But behold, whilest he mused the fire kindled in his bosome. And now hee speaketh.
But behold, whilst he mused the fire kindled in his bosom. And now he speaks.
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I will arise, (for by sinne he fell:) And goe, (for hee was farre departed;) To my Father, (for he was vnder the regiment of the Prince that ruleth in the world, I will arise, (for by sin he fell:) And go, (for he was Far departed;) To my Father, (for he was under the regiment of the Prince that Ruleth in the world,
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and in the hearts of the children of disobedience;) And (I) wil say vnto him, Father, I haue sinned, &c. In the words, these three specialls are obserued.
and in the hearts of the children of disobedience;) And (I) will say unto him, Father, I have sinned, etc. In the words, these three specials Are observed.
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First, What hee resolues to doe, I will arise. Secondly, To whom he wil goe, viz. To my Father. Thirdly, What he will say, Father, I haue sinned.
First, What he resolves to do, I will arise. Secondly, To whom he will go, viz. To my Father. Thirdly, What he will say, Father, I have sinned.
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Something may bee profitably obserued in generall, before we enter vpon the particulars. As this first.
Something may be profitably observed in general, before we enter upon the particulars. As this First.
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Sound resolution and serious determination to walke as may please God, is very necessary for him that would liue godly, and leade a life pleasing to the Lord. Found resolution and serious determination to walk as may please God, is very necessary for him that would live godly, and lead a life pleasing to the Lord.
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It is needfull (I say) for such a one as would thus doe, to haue a minde bent and resolued to striue towards all good courses,
It is needful (I say) for such a one as would thus do, to have a mind bent and resolved to strive towards all good courses,
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and to set it selfe against all vngodly wayes whatsoeuer.
and to Set it self against all ungodly ways whatsoever.
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This was that which Barnabas perswaded the Antiochians vnto, That with purpose of heart they would cleaue vnto the Lord.
This was that which Barnabas persuaded the antiochians unto, That with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.
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This also was Dauids practise, as appeares in the 119. Psalme, verse 57. I haue determined to keepe thy word.
This also was David practise, as appears in the 119. Psalm, verse 57. I have determined to keep thy word.
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It was the resolution and determination of his soule, the full bent of his heart was thereupon.
It was the resolution and determination of his soul, the full bent of his heart was thereupon.
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And as it was with him, so ought it to be with all other that would walke in the waies of God, they must resolue and determine vpon it, that they will not sinne, that they will not persist in their euill wayes and courses,
And as it was with him, so ought it to be with all other that would walk in the ways of God, they must resolve and determine upon it, that they will not sin, that they will not persist in their evil ways and courses,
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but will auoyde euery knowne euill way, come on it what will. For if a mans heart be not thus set, if he be not thus resolued,
but will avoid every known evil Way, come on it what will. For if a men heart be not thus Set, if he be not thus resolved,
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if he haue not this setled determination and resolute purpose, he will neuer hold out in that which is good.
if he have not this settled determination and resolute purpose, he will never hold out in that which is good.
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The first reason is, that armes him against all lets & impediments in the way, and fits him to encounter with all discouragements, and oppositions;
The First reason is, that arms him against all lets & impediments in the Way, and fits him to encounter with all discouragements, and oppositions;
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yea, and to foyle all contrary forces: that is as armour of proofe vnto him vpon all occurences.
yea, and to foil all contrary forces: that is as armour of proof unto him upon all occurrences.
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So that whosoeuer thus begins well with sound resolution, is as good as halfe his way, in the course of a godly life, the way to heauen. So that whosoever thus begins well with found resolution, is as good as half his Way, in the course of a godly life, the Way to heaven.
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And the second reason is, because the deuill is subtill, and with his many allurements will striue by all meanes possible to hinder our repentance, which hee will easily doe,
And the second reason is, Because the Devil is subtle, and with his many allurements will strive by all means possible to hinder our Repentance, which he will Easily do,
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if he findes vs to be houering, and not resolute. For alas!
if he finds us to be hovering, and not resolute. For alas!
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then how easily will wee giue place to his temptations and wicked suggestions, and how violently will he (also) assault vs? As a man pulling at an Oake or other tree,
then how Easily will we give place to his temptations and wicked suggestions, and how violently will he (also) assault us? As a man pulling At an Oak or other tree,
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if he findes it yeelding, he plucks with greater force, and leaueth not till he haue it done;
if he finds it yielding, he plucks with greater force, and Leaveth not till he have it done;
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so in this case if Sathan finde vs doubting and wauering, he will the more violently assault vs,
so in this case if Sathan find us doubting and wavering, he will the more violently assault us,
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and not rest vntill he ouercome vs, when if we were resolute and constant, and did thus resist him with setled determination, he would be out of hart,
and not rest until he overcome us, when if we were resolute and constant, and did thus resist him with settled determination, he would be out of heart,
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and as Iames sayth, she from vs. This then you see is needfull.
and as James say, she from us This then you see is needful.
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Let euery one then that beginneth to looke towardes heauen, labour and endeuour to haue his minde thus bent and resolued to performe all good duties,
Let every one then that begins to look towards heaven, labour and endeavour to have his mind thus bent and resolved to perform all good duties,
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and to leaue and forsake all vngodly courses whatsoeuer:
and to leave and forsake all ungodly courses whatsoever:
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yea, and bind himselfe as it were by a couenant to the Lord, that from this good course he will neuer bee remooued.
yea, and bind himself as it were by a Covenant to the Lord, that from this good course he will never be removed.
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This resolution of the heart, is the very heart of Repentance, without which our turning is nothing worth;
This resolution of the heart, is the very heart of Repentance, without which our turning is nothing worth;
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many there are that enter into a good course, and begin to practise somewhat a while:
many there Are that enter into a good course, and begin to practise somewhat a while:
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and indeed it is but a while, for they continue not, and what is the cause? why, surely this:
and indeed it is but a while, for they continue not, and what is the cause? why, surely this:
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they enter not into this course vpon determination, they doe no otherwise, then that foolish builder, of whom Christ speakes, that doth not first lay his count,
they enter not into this course upon determination, they do not otherwise, then that foolish builder, of whom christ speaks, that does not First lay his count,
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whether or no he be able to finish:
whither or no he be able to finish:
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lightly doe they embrace religion, and as lightly doe they fall away from the profession of religion,
lightly doe they embrace Religion, and as lightly do they fallen away from the profession of Religion,
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for that which is not soundly concluded, how can it be constantly performed, and what hope is there that we will attaine vnto the end? (that is, to the perfection of pietie) when we are carelesse of the beginning thereof, which is a sound purpose and resolution, if we will be godly;
for that which is not soundly concluded, how can it be constantly performed, and what hope is there that we will attain unto the end? (that is, to the perfection of piety) when we Are careless of the beginning thereof, which is a found purpose and resolution, if we will be godly;
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see therefore that thou hast this constant purpose of heart, to forsake thy sinne, and to endeuour thy selfe to the obedience of Gods commaundements:
see Therefore that thou hast this constant purpose of heart, to forsake thy sin, and to endeavour thy self to the Obedience of God's Commandments:
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there are three excellent helpes to a godly life which Dauid doth deliuer in the 119. Psalme, one is Determination, that maketh a man to begin well, I haue determined to keepe thy word (sayth he) then he addes, Supplication, which makes a man to continue well, I haue made my supplication in thy presence, with my whole heart: there Are three excellent helps to a godly life which David does deliver in the 119. Psalm, one is Determination, that makes a man to begin well, I have determined to keep thy word (say he) then he adds, Supplication, which makes a man to continue well, I have made my supplication in thy presence, with my Whole heart:
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and then Consideration, which causeth a man when he goeth wrong to returne, and reduceth him againe into the way of God,
and then Consideration, which Causes a man when he Goes wrong to return, and reduceth him again into the Way of God,
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when through weakenesse hee hath wandered from it, contrary to his first determination, I haue considered my wayes,
when through weakness he hath wandered from it, contrary to his First determination, I have considered my ways,
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and turned my feete vnto thy testimonies. and turned my feet unto thy testimonies.
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Thou seest then what great vse there is of this in the whole course of thy life.
Thou See then what great use there is of this in the Whole course of thy life.
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In the second place, we learne. That it is serious consideration, that bringeth forth sound determination:
In the second place, we Learn. That it is serious consideration, that brings forth found determination:
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He doth not thus resolue, before he had well considered in what estate he was,
He does not thus resolve, before he had well considered in what estate he was,
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but hauing seriously communed with his owne heart, he presently vpon it, thus determines, I will arise and goe.
but having seriously communed with his own heart, he presently upon it, thus determines, I will arise and go.
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This may be further prooued by Dauids practise, I considered my wayes, and turned my feete vnto thy testimonies;
This may be further proved by David practise, I considered my ways, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies;
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he first considers, then resolues and doth: this is the reason we are so often vrged to this, as Deu. 32.29. Oh that they were wise:
he First considers, then resolves and does: this is the reason we Are so often urged to this, as Deu. 32.29. O that they were wise:
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that they vnderstood this, that they would consider their latter end: that they understood this, that they would Consider their latter end:
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So Dauid: stand in awe and sinne not, commune with your owne hearts vpon your beds, and be still.
So David: stand in awe and sin not, commune with your own hearts upon your Beds, and be still.
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The reason is this, because hereby the iudgement becomes informed, and the vnderstanding enlightned; and these are the commaunders of the will and affections;
The reason is this, Because hereby the judgement becomes informed, and the understanding enlightened; and these Are the commanders of the will and affections;
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for as the minde is enlightned, and the iudgement informed, so is the will enclined to doe,
for as the mind is enlightened, and the judgement informed, so is the will inclined to do,
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or not to doe, and thus we see the point cleare.
or not to do, and thus we see the point clear.
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This is a point I haue spoken somewhat of before, yet let none thinke much to heare of it often, it is neuer taught enough, that is neuer enough learned,
This is a point I have spoken somewhat of before, yet let none think much to hear of it often, it is never taught enough, that is never enough learned,
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and therefore giue me leaue to stirre vp your pure minde, by way of remembrance, for we are much wanting in this dutie, which is so absolutely necessarie in the life of a Christian:
and Therefore give me leave to stir up your pure mind, by Way of remembrance, for we Are much wanting in this duty, which is so absolutely necessary in the life of a Christian:
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it is needfull, therefore we should be put in mind of it often, to adde somewhat therefore, to what formerly hath bin taught.
it is needful, Therefore we should be put in mind of it often, to add somewhat Therefore, to what formerly hath been taught.
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This may seeme first, to giue vs to vnderstand the reason, why there is no sounder determination: surely, because no better consideration;
This may seem First, to give us to understand the reason, why there is no sounder determination: surely, Because no better consideration;
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why doe not men determine to leaue sin? because they consider not what estate they are in, by reason of sinne;
why do not men determine to leave since? Because they Consider not what estate they Are in, by reason of sin;
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or happily if at any time vpon hearing the word, and Gods iudgements threatned against their sinnes;
or happily if At any time upon hearing the word, and God's Judgments threatened against their Sins;
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or if vpon consideration of the day of iudgement, and terrors of hell, their hearts are pricked,
or if upon consideration of the day of judgement, and terrors of hell, their hearts Are pricked,
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so that they do purpose and resolue to leaue their courses, yet it soone dyes,
so that they do purpose and resolve to leave their courses, yet it soon dies,
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and proueth like the morning dew, or a flash of lightning, because they digest not what hath bin taught with due meditation and application to their owne soules:
and Proves like the morning due, or a flash of lightning, Because they digest not what hath been taught with due meditation and application to their own Souls:
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they thinke superficially on these things, not earnestly nor seriously, and that is the reason they bring forth no better fruits, worthie amendment of life;
they think superficially on these things, not earnestly nor seriously, and that is the reason they bring forth no better fruits, worthy amendment of life;
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for did they but well consider of the danger of sin, and the fruits of the same, viz. horrour of conscience here, for did they but well Consider of the danger of since, and the fruits of the same, viz. horror of conscience Here,
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and hell-fire hereafter, they would neuer be so foole hardy, as to aduenture vpon the committing of it, or continuing in it.
and hell-fire hereafter, they would never be so fool hardy, as to adventure upon the committing of it, or Continuing in it.
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Would we then soundly resolue and determine on good courses, then seriously and frequenly consider of thy wayes and actions, with the end of them.
Would we then soundly resolve and determine on good courses, then seriously and frequently Consider of thy ways and actions, with the end of them.
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A trauailer who hath a iourney to goe, will euer be considering of his way, whether it be right or wrong;
A traveler who hath a journey to go, will ever be considering of his Way, whither it be right or wrong;
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so should it be with vs, who are Pilgrimes here on earth, and euery day trauailing towards our owne home, what an excellent means would this be to set vs forwards towards heauen;
so should it be with us, who Are Pilgrims Here on earth, and every day travailing towards our own home, what an excellent means would this be to Set us forward towards heaven;
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how soone would we turne our feete vnto Gods testimonies, & how constantly should we walke in his waies. how soon would we turn our feet unto God's testimonies, & how constantly should we walk in his ways.
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The thought is as the seed & conception of all our actions;
The Thought is as the seed & conception of all our actions;
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now, as after conception, there is trauell to bring forth, and a birth in due time:
now, as After conception, there is travel to bring forth, and a birth in due time:
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so when the soule by thought hath once conceiued, presently the affections being mooued, the will is enclined,
so when the soul by Thought hath once conceived, presently the affections being moved, the will is inclined,
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and the will being thus bent, commaundeth all inferiour powers (like an Empresse) to execute her pleasure.
and the will being thus bent, commandeth all inferior Powers (like an Empress) to execute her pleasure.
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It is thus in euill, and it is thus in good: It is thus in evil, and it is thus in good:
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the blessed mans meditation in the law, doth stirre him vp to a doing of it.
the blessed men meditation in the law, does stir him up to a doing of it.
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So many of you therefore that truely desire to feare the Lord, and constantly to walke on in his wayes;
So many of you Therefore that truly desire to Fear the Lord, and constantly to walk on in his ways;
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be frequent in the performance of this dutie; it is the practise of a godly one, to meditate day and night;
be frequent in the performance of this duty; it is the practice of a godly one, to meditate day and night;
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no day shall passe ouer his head, without some line of meditation, consider therefore of thy estate, wherein thou liuest, whether it be of nature or of grace, consider aduisedly of thy waies, what they are, and whether they tend;
no day shall pass over his head, without Some line of meditation, Consider Therefore of thy estate, wherein thou Livest, whither it be of nature or of grace, Consider advisedly of thy ways, what they Are, and whither they tend;
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consider often of thy end, and of the account that thou must giue vnto the Lord (when all flesh must appeare before him) of all thy workes,
Consider often of thy end, and of the account that thou must give unto the Lord (when all Flesh must appear before him) of all thy works,
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and words, yea, of euery idle word, as Christ affirmes; and therefore much more of wicked prophane swearing, blaspheming speeches;
and words, yea, of every idle word, as christ affirms; and Therefore much more of wicked profane swearing, blaspheming Speeches;
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consider seriously of the ioyes of heauen, of those vnspeakable ioyes, of those super-abounding pleasures, which God hath prepared for his, such ioyes as neither eye hath seene, eare hath heard,
Consider seriously of the Joys of heaven, of those unspeakable Joys, of those superabounding pleasures, which God hath prepared for his, such Joys as neither eye hath seen, ear hath herd,
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neither can mans heart conceiue of:
neither can men heart conceive of:
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and thinke of the paines of hell, of those intollerable torments, prepared for the wicked, which are endlesse, easelesse, and remedilesse.
and think of the pains of hell, of those intolerable torments, prepared for the wicked, which Are endless, easeless, and remediless.
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Endlesse for the fire is vnquenchable, there, their worme dieth not, and the fire neuer goeth out:
Endless for the fire is unquenchable, there, their worm Dieth not, and the fire never Goes out:
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there, shall be torment day and night, for euer and euer. there, shall be torment day and night, for ever and ever.
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As it is endlesse, so also it is easelesse, there shall be no ease, no comfort, no mitigation of paine:
As it is endless, so also it is easeless, there shall be no ease, no Comfort, no mitigation of pain:
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there shall be no rest day nor night: there is nothing but paine, anguish, vexation, and torment; there shall be no rest day nor night: there is nothing but pain, anguish, vexation, and torment;
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there cannot be had a drop of water to coole Diues his tongue. And lastly, they are remedilesse;
there cannot be had a drop of water to cool Diues his tongue. And lastly, they Are remediless;
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Betweene vs and you there is a great gulfe fixed, so that they which would passe from hence to you cannot, Between us and you there is a great gulf fixed, so that they which would pass from hence to you cannot,
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neither can they passe to vs that would come from thence, as Abraham answered Diues: from thence there is no redemption:neither can they pass to us that would come from thence, as Abraham answered Diues: from thence there is no redemption:
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thou parent, thou canst not there help thy child, nor the child thee, nor thou husband redeeme thy wife, nor thou wife thy husband; thou parent, thou Canst not there help thy child, nor the child thee, nor thou husband Redeem thy wife, nor thou wife thy husband;
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there is no sucker nor helpe to be had by any.
there is no sucker nor help to be had by any.
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Let these and such like considerations be euer in thy minde, and pondered on, then wilt thou haue sounder resolutions in thy heart,
Let these and such like considerations be ever in thy mind, and pondered on, then wilt thou have sounder resolutions in thy heart,
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and better performances in thy life. Now to come to the particulars; and first, we are to consider what he resolues to doe:
and better performances in thy life. Now to come to the particulars; and First, we Are to Consider what he resolves to do:
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I will (saith he) arise and goe, &c. There is a threefold Resurrection of a Christian. I will (Says he) arise and go, etc. There is a threefold Resurrection of a Christian.
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The first is Sacramentall; and thus we rise againe in Baptisme:
The First is Sacramental; and thus we rise again in Baptism:
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the second, is Corporall, and so we shall rise againe in the day of the Lord Iesus, in our bodies from the graue:
the second, is Corporal, and so we shall rise again in the day of the Lord Iesus, in our bodies from the graven:
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the third is Spirituall, which is his Resurrection in this life in soule, from the death of sinne:
the third is Spiritual, which is his Resurrection in this life in soul, from the death of sin:
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thus did this Prodigall arise, and thus doth euery true penitent arise, while he here liueth on the earth. The point may be this;
thus did this Prodigal arise, and thus does every true penitent arise, while he Here lives on the earth. The point may be this;
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That repentance from sin, is as a Resurrection from death, this is plaine by the Apostles words, awake thou that sleepest, stand vp from the dead, That Repentance from since, is as a Resurrection from death, this is plain by the Apostles words, awake thou that Sleepest, stand up from the dead,
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and Christ shall giue thee light. and christ shall give thee Light.
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And the holy Ghost doth thus call it in the twentieth of the Reuelation, verse 6. Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first Resurrection, on such the second death hath no power.
And the holy Ghost does thus call it in the twentieth of the Revelation, verse 6. Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the First Resurrection, on such the second death hath no power.
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Is this so, then Repentance is no such easie a matter, as the world takes it to be, the worke of repentance is no lesse miraculous,
Is this so, then Repentance is no such easy a matter, as the world Takes it to be, the work of Repentance is no less miraculous,
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then the raising of the dead, it is a work that cannot be wrought by the power of nature,
then the raising of the dead, it is a work that cannot be wrought by the power of nature,
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but such a worke as must be wrought by the mightie power of God.
but such a work as must be wrought by the mighty power of God.
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Much might be spoken of this subiect, but I shall haue fitter occasion to prosecute the point,
Much might be spoken of this Subject, but I shall have fitter occasion to prosecute the point,
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when I come to speake of the reason of the Fathers kinde entertaining of his sonne, to which place I referre the farther handling of it:
when I come to speak of the reason of the Father's kind entertaining of his son, to which place I refer the farther handling of it:
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a word therefore for a second vse, and so to proceede. And that shall be, to stirre vs all vp thus to arise:
a word Therefore for a second use, and so to proceed. And that shall be, to stir us all up thus to arise:
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for if the soule while it is in the bodie, arise not out of the graue of sin, sure it is the bodie shall neuer rise out of the earth, but to shame and confusion;
for if the soul while it is in the body, arise not out of the graven of since, sure it is the body shall never rise out of the earth, but to shame and confusion;
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vse all good meanes therefore, that thou maiest haue thy part in this, that so the second death may haue no power on thee,
use all good means Therefore, that thou Mayest have thy part in this, that so the second death may have no power on thee,
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for otherwise it is impossible to escape the power of it, by no meanes canst thou escape the paines of hell torments:
for otherwise it is impossible to escape the power of it, by no means Canst thou escape the pains of hell torments:
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if thou dost not here, awake, stand vp from the dead, and with Lazarus come forth:
if thou dost not Here, awake, stand up from the dead, and with Lazarus come forth:
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the meanes that are to be vsed for this end. I refer with the farther handling of this point, to the place before named.
the means that Are to be used for this end. I refer with the farther handling of this point, to the place before nam.
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And goe ] It was a good and holy motion, which he had of arising, this he doth not quench but cherisheth and nourisheth it; And go ] It was a good and holy motion, which he had of arising, this he does not quench but Cherishes and Nourishes it;
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he addes more fewell, to this fire begun, though but a sparke; to the good motion of arising, hee addes the second of going. I will arise and goe. First then learne.
he adds more fuel, to this fire begun, though but a spark; to the good motion of arising, he adds the second of going. I will arise and go. First then Learn.
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The good motions of Gods blessed spirit, at any time, in any measure (though neuer so weake) begun; The good motions of God's blessed Spirit, At any time, in any measure (though never so weak) begun;
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are not to be choaked, but to be cherished. Are not to be choked, but to be cherished.
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When the Lord shall put any good motion into our hearts, we are to nourish & cherish the same;
When the Lord shall put any good motion into our hearts, we Are to nourish & cherish the same;
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to one good motion we must adde a second, and to that a third, and to them a many;
to one good motion we must add a second, and to that a third, and to them a many;
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and so fall to blowing, & giue not ouer vntill at length they breake forth into a comfortable flame of godly practise:
and so fallen to blowing, & give not over until At length they break forth into a comfortable flame of godly practice:
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Quench not the Spirit saith the Apostle: that is, quell not, choake not the gifts and motions of the holy Ghost; Quench not the Spirit Says the Apostle: that is, quell not, choke not the Gifts and motions of the holy Ghost;
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He vseth a metaphor borrowed from fire, whose heate and light when it is put out, is said to be quenched.
He uses a metaphor borrowed from fire, whose heat and Light when it is put out, is said to be quenched.
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Thus also he exhorts Timothie, to stirre vp the graces of God which be in him. Thus also he exhorts Timothy, to stir up the graces of God which be in him.
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And writing to the Ephesians, hee sayth thus; Grieue not the holy spirit of God.
And writing to the Ephesians, he say thus; Grieve not the holy Spirit of God.
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He permits them not so much as to giue it any occasion of withdrawing the vigour of his operation in them. He brings a forcible reason. He permits them not so much as to give it any occasion of withdrawing the vigour of his operation in them. He brings a forcible reason.
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Whereby you are sealed vnto the day of redemption: This is the onely euidence we haue of freedome from condemnation:Whereby you Are sealed unto the day of redemption: This is the only evidence we have of freedom from condemnation:
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this is Gods marke and character, set on vs, and seizing vs for his owne:
this is God's mark and character, Set on us, and seizing us for his own:
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This is like the bloud that was stricken vpon the doore-posts, which shall make the Lord to passe ouer vs, and not to suffer the destroyer to come neare vs,
This is like the blood that was stricken upon the door-posts, which shall make the Lord to pass over us, and not to suffer the destroyer to come near us,
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when he goeth to smite the Egyptians. By this we are assured, that the day of Iudgement shall be to vs no day of wrath, but a day of redemption.
when he Goes to smite the egyptians. By this we Are assured, that the day of Judgement shall be to us no day of wrath, but a day of redemption.
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So then thus wee may take the Apostles meaning: As you desire to retaine assurance of your deliuerance from the wrath to come;
So then thus we may take the Apostles meaning: As you desire to retain assurance of your deliverance from the wrath to come;
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and that the Lord should take notice of you for his, in the day of that dreadfull separation;
and that the Lord should take notice of you for his, in the day of that dreadful separation;
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so see that by all meanes, you cherish in you the gifts and operations of Gods holy spirit:
so see that by all means, you cherish in you the Gifts and operations of God's holy Spirit:
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grieue it not by strangling & choaking of those holy motions suggested by him:
grieve it not by strangling & choking of those holy motions suggested by him:
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but giue all endeuour, that all his holy motions and operations be cherished and preserued in their fullest feruour, without any the least abatement. but give all endeavour, that all his holy motions and operations be cherished and preserved in their Fullest fervour, without any the least abatement.
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Thus we haue seene the poynt prooued. Now it remaines to apply it.
Thus we have seen the point proved. Now it remains to apply it.
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And first, this serueth to condemne such as nippe the bud so soone as euer it peeps forth,
And First, this serveth to condemn such as nip the bud so soon as ever it peeps forth,
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and quench euery sparke that at any time appeareth;
and quench every spark that At any time appears;
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yea, wilfully set themselues to repell all good motions, hasting to their cursed company, to chase away those (which they call prophanely) qualmes of deuotion, sweete inspirements of Gods holy spirit.
yea, wilfully Set themselves to repel all good motions, hasting to their cursed company, to chase away those (which they call profanely) qualms of devotion, sweet inspirements of God's holy Spirit.
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Oh the cursed vnthankefulnesse of these men!
O the cursed unthankfulness of these men!
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What vnkind, ingratefull, discourteous dealing is here with the spirit of grace? Thus shutting him out,
What unkind, ingrateful, discourteous dealing is Here with the Spirit of grace? Thus shutting him out,
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so soone as euer he begins to enter? Wouldest thou deale so vnkindly with thy friend, who commeth to thy doore? Why dealest thou then so vncourteously with Christ Iesus, and his holy spirit? who stands at the dore and daily knocks, but can get no entertainement.
so soon as ever he begins to enter? Wouldst thou deal so unkindly with thy friend, who comes to thy door? Why dealest thou then so uncourteously with christ Iesus, and his holy Spirit? who Stands At the door and daily knocks, but can get no entertainment.
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Beware, beware, of this resisting of the holy Ghost;
Beware, beware, of this resisting of the holy Ghost;
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the sin is fearefull and discomfortable, for hereby thy heart may grow more obdurate, and thy life more brutish and abominable.
the since is fearful and discomfortable, for hereby thy heart may grow more obdurate, and thy life more brutish and abominable.
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And therefore in the next place, let it serue for admonition to thee, and me,
And Therefore in the next place, let it serve for admonition to thee, and me,
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and to vs all, that we beware how we suffer that blessed heat to slake, which by Gods grace beginnes to be enkindled in our hearts:
and to us all, that we beware how we suffer that blessed heat to slake, which by God's grace begins to be enkindled in our hearts:
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suffer not that coale, that holy motion which the Lord hath cast into thy bosome to die within thee,
suffer not that coal, that holy motion which the Lord hath cast into thy bosom to die within thee,
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but blowe it vp, lay on more fuell, adde daily more and more matter to it;
but blow it up, lay on more fuel, add daily more and more matter to it;
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and tremble to lose the least measure of Gods gracious gifts;
and tremble to loose the least measure of God's gracious Gifts;
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Be frequent in spirituall exercises, as in hearing, reading, meditation, Christian conference, prayer, and the like:
Be frequent in spiritual exercises, as in hearing, reading, meditation, Christian conference, prayer, and the like:
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let no meanes be neglected, that God hath ordeined for the working of establishment. And as thou layest on fuell, so see thou giuest this holy fire vent:
let no means be neglected, that God hath ordained for the working of establishment. And as thou layest on fuel, so see thou givest this holy fire vent:
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exercise and employ, and put these holy motions into practise.
exercise and employ, and put these holy motions into practice.
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Much wood piled on a coale (if vent be wanting) doth soone smother it, and put it forth.
Much wood piled on a coal (if vent be wanting) does soon smother it, and put it forth.
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See then thou exercise the graces God hath giuen to thee.
See then thou exercise the graces God hath given to thee.
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But how may I know and be able to distinguish betweene the motions of Gods spirit, and the suggestions of the Diuell?
But how may I know and be able to distinguish between the motions of God's Spirit, and the suggestions of the devil?
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Surely thus, if the motions that are put into thy heart, speake not contrary to Gods word:
Surely thus, if the motions that Are put into thy heart, speak not contrary to God's word:
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if the word and they speake one and the same, then are they of God, not from Sathan.
if the word and they speak one and the same, then Are they of God, not from Sathan.
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Secondly, if they lead thee not beyond thy calling, or the measure of gifts that God hath giuen thee:
Secondly, if they led thee not beyond thy calling, or the measure of Gifts that God hath given thee:
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There are many that are very much excited to reforme some abuse, that belongs vnto the Magistrate:
There Are many that Are very much excited to reform Some abuse, that belongs unto the Magistrate:
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or it may be, are desirous to enter into the Ministrie, when they are not gifted:
or it may be, Are desirous to enter into the Ministry, when they Are not gifted:
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these motions certainly are not of God, they are but Diabolicall delusion.
these motions Certainly Are not of God, they Are but Diabolical delusion.
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And lastly, thou maist shrewdly suspect them if they be too violent, and neither interrupted, troubled,
And lastly, thou Mayest shrewdly suspect them if they be too violent, and neither interrupted, troubled,
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nor mingled with other euill motions:
nor mingled with other evil motions:
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such a motion as is so violently, and not controuled with thy own corrupti•• thou hast cause to feare, and maist well suspect.
such a motion as is so violently, and not controlled with thy own corrupti•• thou hast cause to Fear, and Mayest well suspect.
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Take these rules for triall, vntill thou hast learned better. A second doctrine, that may be hence gathered is this;
Take these rules for trial, until thou hast learned better. A second Doctrine, that may be hence gathered is this;
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Where spirituall life, and new birth is once begun, there will be a growth, and an increase in grace. Where spiritual life, and new birth is once begun, there will be a growth, and an increase in grace.
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There will be no standing at a stay, but a proceeding by degrees: (after a rising there will be a going.
There will be no standing At a stay, but a proceeding by Degrees: (After a rising there will be a going.
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Christ confirmes this by a Parable of seed growing secretly:
christ confirms this by a Parable of seed growing secretly:
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So is the kingdome of God, as if a man should cast seed into the ground, So is the Kingdom of God, as if a man should cast seed into the ground,
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and should sleepe, and rise night and day, and the seed should spring, and grow vp, he knoweth not how. and should sleep, and rise night and day, and the seed should spring, and grow up, he Knoweth not how.
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Thus true grace will haue it proceedings, from one degree vnto another: And as it is in the naturall conception, after the first quickning, the Infant stirres,
Thus true grace will have it proceedings, from one degree unto Another: And as it is in the natural conception, After the First quickening, the Infant stirs,
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and growes more strong euery day then other: so is it in the spirituall.
and grows more strong every day then other: so is it in the spiritual.
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He compareth grace (also) in the heart, to a graine of musterd-seed, which is small to see to at the beginning:
He compareth grace (also) in the heart, to a grain of Mustard seed, which is small to see to At the beginning:
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yea, lesse then all the seedes that bee in the earth.
yea, less then all the seeds that be in the earth.
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But when it is sowen it groweth vp, and becommeth greater then all hearbes, and shooteth out great branches, But when it is sown it grows up, and becomes greater then all herbs, and shoots out great branches,
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so that the fowles of the ayre may lodge vnder the shadow of it. so that the fowls of the air may lodge under the shadow of it.
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Thus when grace is once planted in the fruitfull ground of a regenerated mans heart, it springeth vp incontinently, encreaseth speedily, spreadeth mightily, and prospereth exceedingly.
Thus when grace is once planted in the fruitful ground of a regenerated men heart, it springs up incontinently, increases speedily, spreadeth mightily, and prospereth exceedingly.
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The Prophet Dauid also prooueth this, in the 92. Psalme, where speaking of the regenerate, sayth thus;
The Prophet David also proveth this, in the 92. Psalm, where speaking of the regenerate, say thus;
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The righteous shall flourish like a Palme tree, and shall grow like a Cedar in Lebanon: The righteous shall flourish like a Palm tree, and shall grow like a Cedar in Lebanon:
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such as be planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the Courts of our God, they shall still bring forth fruit in their age, they shall be fat and flourishing. such as be planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the Courts of our God, they shall still bring forth fruit in their age, they shall be fat and flourishing.
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Thus we haue seene the point prooued. Now (in a word) heare it thus applyed.
Thus we have seen the point proved. Now (in a word) hear it thus applied.
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First, let it serue for examination:
First, let it serve for examination:
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Try thy selfe hereby, see what growth of grace is in thee, what encrease of faith, loue, zeale, patience:
Try thy self hereby, see what growth of grace is in thee, what increase of faith, love, zeal, patience:
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what strengthning of the inward man? doth grace get more strength euery day then other? doth it growe to some bignesse? doth it shoot vp in tallnes,
what strengthening of the inward man? does grace get more strength every day then other? does it grow to Some bigness? does it shoot up in tallness,
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and stature? Surely then it is out of question, that grace is true grace, and thou art made partaker of the new birth:
and stature? Surely then it is out of question, that grace is true grace, and thou art made partaker of the new birth:
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but doth it remaine still Infant-like, and feeble, without any stirring or shewing of it selfe? Then hast thou cause to feare, it is but the counterfeit, and not true grace indeede.
but does it remain still Infantlike, and feeble, without any stirring or showing of it self? Then hast thou cause to Fear, it is but the counterfeit, and not true grace indeed.
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Secondly, this may serue to reproue such as stand at a stay, and goe not forward;
Secondly, this may serve to reprove such as stand At a stay, and go not forward;
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but are like the George on Horsebacke, euer riding, but neuer goe a step further: where you leaue them this yeare, there you may finde them the next.
but Are like the George on Horseback, ever riding, but never go a step further: where you leave them this year, there you may find them the next.
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This is a feareful signe, and most vncomfortable:
This is a fearful Signen, and most uncomfortable:
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the childe that is euer sucking, and yet thriues not, we will soone iudge to be in some consumption:
the child that is ever sucking, and yet thrives not, we will soon judge to be in Some consumption:
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So may we iudge of these, who are euer learning, yet neuer come to the knowledge of the truth:
So may we judge of these, who Are ever learning, yet never come to the knowledge of the truth:
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but are as leane, lanke, and euill fauoured, after many a yeares meanes, as Pharoahs seauen leane kine were,
but Are as lean, lank, and evil favoured, After many a Years means, as Pharaohs seauen lean kine were,
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after they had deuoured vp the seauen fa•.
After they had devoured up the seauen fa•.
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In the third place, let this admonish euery one to grow in grace, let vs forget that which is behinde, and endeuour to that which is before;
In the third place, let this admonish every one to grow in grace, let us forget that which is behind, and endeavour to that which is before;
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let vs presse hard towards the marke, for the price of the high calling of God. let us press hard towards the mark, for the price of the high calling of God.
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Let vs not be euermore as smoaking flax, or bruised reeds, or as new set plants, but let vs abound more and more.
Let us not be evermore as smoking flax, or Bruised reeds, or as new Set plants, but let us abound more and more.
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At a stay we cannot stand (iudge what we will) not to goe forward is to goe backward, not to encrease is to decrease: At a stay we cannot stand (judge what we will) not to go forward is to go backward, not to increase is to decrease:
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like as the Sun we are euermore in motion; and as the Sea, ebbing or flowing:
like as the Sun we Are evermore in motion; and as the Sea, ebbing or flowing:
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And as the Angell on Iacobs ladder, ascending or descending. See then that you proceed in sanctification, and goe from strength to strength.
And as the Angel on Iacobs ladder, ascending or descending. See then that you proceed in sanctification, and go from strength to strength.
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And to this end vse the meanes God hath ordeined; And to this end use the means God hath ordained;
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be constant in religious exercises, heare the word, receiue the sacraments, read, pray, meditate, and be not wanting in these, which are as requisite for the soules encrease in grace,
be constant in religious exercises, hear the word, receive the Sacraments, read, pray, meditate, and be not wanting in these, which Are as requisite for the Souls increase in grace,
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as meate and drink, and the like necessarie• for the bodies growth and strengthening. If you be in Christ, neuer rest vntill you become strong men in Christ.
as meat and drink, and the like necessarie• for the bodies growth and strengthening. If you be in christ, never rest until you become strong men in christ.
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Nay, if you bee in Christ you will not rest til you come to some perfection in him;
Nay, if you be in christ you will not rest till you come to Some perfection in him;
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Ioyne therefore vnto your vertue faith, and with faith knowledge, and with knowledge temperance, and with temperance patience, Join Therefore unto your virtue faith, and with faith knowledge, and with knowledge temperance, and with temperance patience,
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and with patience godlinesse, and with godlines brotherly kindnesse:
and with patience godliness, and with godliness brotherly kindness:
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for if these be in you, and abound in you, they will make you neither vnfruitfull, nor vnprofitable. for if these be in you, and abound in you, they will make you neither unfruitful, nor unprofitable.
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The last vse may bee for comfort to such as are partakers of this new birth.
The last use may be for Comfort to such as Are partakers of this new birth.
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God that hath begunne this new worke of grace will finish it: So saith the Apostle.
God that hath begun this new work of grace will finish it: So Says the Apostle.
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Hee that hath begunne a good worke in you, will performe it vntill the day of Iesus Christ. He that hath begun a good work in you, will perform it until the day of Iesus christ.
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Many of Gods children are much discouraged; and why? the reason is; there faith is weake, their hope is feeble; there loue is cold;
Many of God's children Are much discouraged; and why? the reason is; there faith is weak, their hope is feeble; there love is cold;
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and there is so much corruption they feare there estates not good:
and there is so much corruption they Fear there estates not good:
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But that grace thou hast, is it true grace? if it be, then feare not, it will grow more strong, by thy daily feeding it in the vsing of the meanes:
But that grace thou hast, is it true grace? if it be, then Fear not, it will grow more strong, by thy daily feeding it in the using of the means:
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If thou bearest any fruit, God (like a carefull hus-bandman) will prune thee, that thou mayst bring forth more fruit;
If thou bearest any fruit, God (like a careful husbandman) will prune thee, that thou Mayest bring forth more fruit;
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other trees at last decay though formerly they haue bore fruit: but trees of Righteousnesse, the more they yeild the more they shall be replenished;
other trees At last decay though formerly they have boar fruit: but trees of Righteousness, the more they yield the more they shall be replenished;
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and the elder they grow, the more shall they flourish, and the better shall they prosper.
and the elder they grow, the more shall they flourish, and the better shall they prosper.
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Keepe then thy grace in an honest heart, and it will encrease, though yet it be small,
Keep then thy grace in an honest heart, and it will increase, though yet it be small,
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like the widdowes oile in the cruise and meale in the barrell; when great graces in an vnsound heart shall vanish away and come to nothing.
like the widow's oil in the cruise and meal in the barrel; when great graces in an unsound heart shall vanish away and come to nothing.
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To my Father. ] Not to my brother; or fathers seruants or to my harlots: But to my father. Hence learne. To my Father. ] Not to my brother; or Father's Servants or to my harlots: But to my father. Hence Learn.
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Releife is to bee sought for, only at Gods hands in time of misery and distresse. Relief is to be sought for, only At God's hands in time of misery and distress.
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To him are wee to betake our selues and to none but him. This hath Gods Church and children shewed, by their practise:
To him Are we to betake our selves and to none but him. This hath God's Church and children showed, by their practice:
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Dauid being in misery, euer flyeth to the Lord, this was his ordinarie course, as might be made plaine by many particular instances, fetched out of the Psalmes, Where we may often reade of these and the like sayings I called vpon the Lord in my trouble, and againe, In my distresse I cried to the Lord, and againe When all refuge failed mee, I cried to the Lord. Such sayings are frequent. David being in misery, ever flies to the Lord, this was his ordinary course, as might be made plain by many particular instances, fetched out of the Psalms, Where we may often read of these and the like sayings I called upon the Lord in my trouble, and again, In my distress I cried to the Lord, and again When all refuge failed me, I cried to the Lord. Such sayings Are frequent.
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This course did the Church take in time of trouble.
This course did the Church take in time of trouble.
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For when they wandered in the wildernesse in a solitary way, and found no citie to dwell in, being hungry and thirsty their soule fainting in them: For when they wandered in the Wilderness in a solitary Way, and found no City to dwell in, being hungry and thirsty their soul fainting in them:
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Then they cryed to the Lord in their trouble, and he deliuered them out of their distresse. Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he Delivered them out of their distress.
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When their heart was brought downe with labour and they fell, there being none to helpe them; When their heart was brought down with labour and they fell, there being none to help them;
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t•ere also they cryed to the Lord in their trouble and he saued them out of their distresse. t•ere also they cried to the Lord in their trouble and he saved them out of their distress.
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When they were afflicted because of their transgressions and iniquities, then they cryed to the Lord and hee saued them out of their distresses: When they were afflicted Because of their transgressions and iniquities, then they cried to the Lord and he saved them out of their Distresses:
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yea, when they were at their wits end by reason of their afflictions, they cryed to the Lord out of this their trouble,
yea, when they were At their wits end by reason of their afflictions, they cried to the Lord out of this their trouble,
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and hee brought them ought of their distresses. It were endlesse to bring what might be brought for the confirming of this truth:and he brought them ought of their Distresses. It were endless to bring what might be brought for the confirming of this truth:
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I could tell you of Moses and Aaron amongst his priests and Samuell amongst them that call vpon his name; I could tell you of Moses and Aaron among his Priests and Samuel among them that call upon his name;
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how these called vpon the Lord and were answered. But what shall I need, to vnderprop so knowne a truth;
how these called upon the Lord and were answered. But what shall I need, to underprop so known a truth;
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let mee giue you the reason and then I will shew you the vse.
let me give you the reason and then I will show you the use.
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All power to helpe is in his hands alone, as Iehoshaphat doth confesse when he saith thus.
All power to help is in his hands alone, as Jehoshaphat does confess when he Says thus.
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O Lord God of our Fathers, art not thou God in heauen? and rulest not thou ouer all the kingdomes of the heathen? and in thine hand is there not power and might, Oh Lord God of our Father's, art not thou God in heaven? and Rulest not thou over all the kingdoms of the heathen? and in thine hand is there not power and might,
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so that none is able to withstand thee? Afflictions come not out of the dust,
so that none is able to withstand thee? Afflictions come not out of the dust,
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neither spring they from the earth: but from the most high God do they proceed.neither spring they from the earth: but from the most high God do they proceed.
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Now who shall bind vp the wound, but he that made it? who shall heale, Now who shall bind up the wound, but he that made it? who shall heal,
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but he that hath smitten? to him therefore must we turne; to him must we seeke for helpe.but he that hath smitten? to him Therefore must we turn; to him must we seek for help.
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Let this serue then to reproue such, as betake themselues to other helpes in time of misery, seekeing to bee releiued, either by Saints, or Angells in heauen;
Let this serve then to reprove such, as betake themselves to other helps in time of misery, seeking to be relieved, either by Saints, or Angels in heaven;
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or by Coniurers, Witches, or such like vnlawfull meanes heere vpon the earth. This was King Ahaziahs sinne, who being sicke sent messengers and sayd vnto them.
or by Conjurers, Witches, or such like unlawful means Here upon the earth. This was King Ahaziahs sin, who being sick sent messengers and said unto them.
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Goe enquire of Baalzebub the God of Ekron, whether I shall recouer of this disease: contrary to that charge which God doth giue his people.Go inquire of Baalzebub the God of Ekron, whither I shall recover of this disease: contrary to that charge which God does give his people.
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Regard not them that haue familiar spirits; neither seeke after Wizards, to be defiled by them: Regard not them that have familiar spirits; neither seek After Wizards, to be defiled by them:
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I am the Lord your God Of this I haue formerly spoke more, and therefore a word or two here shall suffice.I am the Lord your God Of this I have formerly spoke more, and Therefore a word or two Here shall suffice.
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Secondly, let this te ch vs to betake our selues vnto the Lord, when sorrowes and griefes assaile vs. Seeke helpe from him, and that by meanes;
Secondly, let this to changed us to betake our selves unto the Lord, when sorrows and griefs assail us Seek help from him, and that by means;
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yet onely by such lawfull meanes as he hath warranted in his Word. And beware of trusting in the meanes that God hath warranted.
yet only by such lawful means as he hath warranted in his Word. And beware of trusting in the means that God hath warranted.
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It is lawfull to seeke to the Physitian, and vse of his helpe, yet to trust in the helpe of the Physitian, more then in the helpe of God,
It is lawful to seek to the physician, and use of his help, yet to trust in the help of the physician, more then in the help of God,
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and to seeke first and rather to the Physitian then vnto God, is sinnefull.
and to seek First and rather to the physician then unto God, is sinful.
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This was Asa his sinne, and remaines as a blemish vpon his name to this day, and will doe for euer:
This was Asa his sin, and remains as a blemish upon his name to this day, and will do for ever:
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Trust not, then in the meanes, but in God who must giue a blessing vpon the means.
Trust not, then in the means, but in God who must give a blessing upon the means.
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Let them haue their place, & set them not aboue their place, for by one blast of God, they may become vnprofitable and vnsuccessefull.
Let them have their place, & Set them not above their place, for by one blast of God, they may become unprofitable and unsuccessful.
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See therefore thou bee more desirous of a blessing, then of the meanes: let this bee the chiefe meanes that thou doest vse to flye vnto the Lord,
See Therefore thou be more desirous of a blessing, then of the means: let this be the chief means that thou dost use to fly unto the Lord,
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and powre forth thy soule before him; and then be thou assured (at length) to haue redresse and helpe.
and pour forth thy soul before him; and then be thou assured (At length) to have redress and help.
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What we say of some speciall medicine, that hath oft beene tryed, we may say of this, probatum est. Gods children neuer tooke this course in vaine. And say vnto him, Father.
What we say of Some special medicine, that hath oft been tried, we may say of this, probatum est. God's children never took this course in vain. And say unto him, Father.
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] He doth here, fore-thinke what he should speake when as he comes into his Fathers presence (for as yet he was not.) From his practise learne, Not to come into Gods presence without preparation:] He does Here, forethink what he should speak when as he comes into his Father's presence (for as yet he was not.) From his practice Learn, Not to come into God's presence without preparation:
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but consider what to say, and what to seeke, before you speake.
but Consider what to say, and what to seek, before you speak.
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Be not rash (saith the Wiseman) with thy mouth, and let not thine heart bee hastie to vtter any thing before God. Be not rash (Says the Wiseman) with thy Mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter any thing before God.
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Wee must conferre with our owne hearts, and prepare them before we come into the Lords presence.
we must confer with our own hearts, and prepare them before we come into the lords presence.
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To this, doth the Prophet Hosea seeme to exhort Israel, Take vnto you words, and turne to the Lord, and say vnto him.
To this, does the Prophet Hosea seem to exhort Israel, Take unto you words, and turn to the Lord, and say unto him.
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The reason of this, Solomon giues in the place before cited: For God (saith he) is in heauen, and thou art vpon the earth:
The reason of this, Solomon gives in the place before cited: For God (Says he) is in heaven, and thou art upon the earth:
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as if he should say, God is full of Maiestie and wisedome, but thou an infirme and wretched creature:
as if he should say, God is full of Majesty and Wisdom, but thou an infirm and wretched creature:
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He is both Lord and Iudge, but thou a miserable and sinnefull worme: And therefore, it concernes thee to consider aduisedly what to speake.
He is both Lord and Judge, but thou a miserable and sinful worm: And Therefore, it concerns thee to Consider advisedly what to speak.
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This serues to reproue many, who rashly come into Gods presence without any preparation, or due meditation of what they are to say or craue.
This serves to reprove many, who rashly come into God's presence without any preparation, or due meditation of what they Are to say or crave.
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Small is the number indeed of such as doe pray, but smaller is the number of such as prepare themselues to pray:
Small is the number indeed of such as do pray, but smaller is the number of such as prepare themselves to pray:
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Few there are that frequent hi• house, fewer there are that preparedly come into his presence.
Few there Are that frequent hi• house, fewer there Are that preparedly come into his presence.
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In preferring some petition to a King, or if that suit be but to some meaner personage, what preparation shall be made before-hand? how carefull will we be, of the well placing of our words, that our speeches may not be distastfull? Are wee thus circumspect when we haue to deale with man? how comes it then we are so carelesse when we come before the Lord? Why are we so rash with our mouthes, In preferring Some petition to a King, or if that suit be but to Some meaner personage, what preparation shall be made beforehand? how careful will we be, of the well placing of our words, that our Speeches may not be distasteful? are we thus circumspect when we have to deal with man? how comes it then we Are so careless when we come before the Lord? Why Are we so rash with our mouths,
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and hastie to vtter any thing before him? Surely, this is our sinne, and it goeth not alone, but often causeth a vaine and idle repetion of what formerly was vttered; which Christ condemnes.
and hasty to utter any thing before him? Surely, this is our sin, and it Goes not alone, but often Causes a vain and idle repetion of what formerly was uttered; which christ condemns.
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And therefore in the second place, let this admonish vs to prepare our selues, before we come to appeare before the Lord, to call vpon his name, whether in publique or priuate.
And Therefore in the second place, let this admonish us to prepare our selves, before we come to appear before the Lord, to call upon his name, whither in public or private.
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Be watchfull ouer the words you vtter, and respect the matter. Aske such things as be agreeable to his holy wil:
Be watchful over the words you utter, and respect the matter. Ask such things as be agreeable to his holy will:
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So shal your prayers be acceptable and well pleasing to him. But heare this Question may be moued:
So shall your Prayers be acceptable and well pleasing to him. But hear this Question may be moved:
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Whether it be lawfull to vse a prescript forme of words in Prayer? and whether (without sinne) a man may imitate this Prodigall: Whither it be lawful to use a prescript Form of words in Prayer? and whither (without sin) a man may imitate this Prodigal:
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For that forme he framed and deuised, the same he vseth, as appeareth vers. 21. To this I answer, that it is lawfull, and for some very behooueful.
For that Form he framed and devised, the same he uses, as appears vers. 21. To this I answer, that it is lawful, and for Some very behooveful.
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That it is lawful, it is euident by the Word.
That it is lawful, it is evident by the Word.
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Moses was inioyned by the Lord to vse a forme of blessing of the people, which forme was to be vsed euer after by the Priests.Moses was enjoined by the Lord to use a Form of blessing of the people, which Form was to be used ever After by the Priests.
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Now, if this were lawfull for the Priest, (whose lips should preserue knowledge, and at whose mouth the people were to seeke the law,
Now, if this were lawful for the Priest, (whose lips should preserve knowledge, and At whose Mouth the people were to seek the law,
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and therefore, without question, were able of themselues to conceiue a Prayer, as the Spirit of God should giue vtterance and ability) can it be thought vnlawfull for the people (who haue lesse gifts, and therefore had need of more helpe,) to vse the like? A forme of prayer was also prescribed for the people to be vsed, at the bringing of the first fruits vnto the Temple.
and Therefore, without question, were able of themselves to conceive a Prayer, as the Spirit of God should give utterance and ability) can it be Thought unlawful for the people (who have less Gifts, and Therefore had need of more help,) to use the like? A Form of prayer was also prescribed for the people to be used, At the bringing of the First fruits unto the Temple.
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Psalmes there were also which were appoynted to be vsed on speciall occasions: One was, to be vsed euerie Sabboth day: Psalms there were also which were appointed to be used on special occasions: One was, to be used every Sabbath day:
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Another, to be vsed by the Priests and Leuites euerie morning, containing in them matter of praise and petition:
another, to be used by the Priests and Levites every morning, containing in them matter of praise and petition:
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Another there was, appointed to be vsed in time of affliction, entituled thus, A Prayer for the afflicted,
another there was, appointed to be used in time of affliction, entitled thus, A Prayer for the afflicted,
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when he is ouerwhelmed, and powreth out his complaint before the Lord. when he is overwhelmed, and poureth out his complaint before the Lord.
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Yea the Leuites were commanded by Hezekiah the King, with the rest of the Princes, to prayse the Lord with the words of Dauid, and of Asaph the Seer. Yea the Levites were commanded by Hezekiah the King, with the rest of the Princes, to praise the Lord with the words of David, and of Asaph the Seer.
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And as we haue warrant for set forme of Prayer in the old Testament, so also haue we sufficient for it in the new.
And as we have warrant for Set Form of Prayer in the old Testament, so also have we sufficient for it in the new.
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The Apostle Paul obserues a set forme of blessing, in the beginning and ending of his Epistles, The Apostle Paul observes a Set Form of blessing, in the beginning and ending of his Epistles,
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and Christ himselfe (whose example is without exception) did vse the same words in Prayer three seuerall times,
and christ himself (whose Exampl is without exception) did use the same words in Prayer three several times,
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as the Euangelist Saint Mathew doth affirme: (who not contenting himselfe to say he prayed thrice, addeth withall this, that he said the same words.)
as the Evangelist Saint Matthew does affirm: (who not contenting himself to say he prayed thrice, adds withal this, that he said the same words.)
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Thus we haue seene it proued, that set Prayer is lawfull. Now, as it is lawfull, so for some it is very necessary and behouefull:
Thus we have seen it proved, that Set Prayer is lawful. Now, as it is lawful, so for Some it is very necessary and behoveful:
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For euerie Child and seruant of God, though he haue an honest heart, yet he hath not euermore a flowing tongue;
For every Child and servant of God, though he have an honest heart, yet he hath not evermore a flowing tongue;
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but often wanteth the gift of vtterance, and of boldnesse; of inuention, and of order; hauing simple capacities, and frayle memories.
but often Wants the gift of utterance, and of boldness; of invention, and of order; having simple capacities, and frail memories.
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Now to conceiue a Prayer, all these are required, he must be able to vtter, and to order, to inuent and to discerne:
Now to conceive a Prayer, all these Are required, he must be able to utter, and to order, to invent and to discern:
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He must haue gifts of audacitie and of memorie.
He must have Gifts of audacity and of memory.
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Now are all the godly thus qualified? or shal we dare to blot them out of the Register of Gods chosen that cannot thus doe? For these then, a prescribed for me made by themselues,
Now Are all the godly thus qualified? or shall we Dare to blot them out of the Register of God's chosen that cannot thus do? For these then, a prescribed for me made by themselves,
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or others, eyther conned by heart, or read out of a Booke, is verie helpefull:
or Others, either conned by heart, or read out of a Book, is very helpful:
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as a Crutch for one that is lame in his limbes, who though without it he cannot goe a step, as a Crutch for one that is lame in his limbs, who though without it he cannot go a step,
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yet with it can walke apace. Thus then wee haue seene it lawfull; and for many needfull, to come before the Lord with a set forme of words,
yet with it can walk apace. Thus then we have seen it lawful; and for many needful, to come before the Lord with a Set Form of words,
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as this Prodigall did before his Father:
as this Prodigal did before his Father:
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yet withall, let mee giue this caution, that we doe not alwaies tye our selues to a forme of words.
yet withal, let me give this caution, that we do not always tie our selves to a Form of words.
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For first, what forme of prayer is there wherein are all our wants expressed? haue wee not new assaults? Doe we not commit new sinnes? Doe we not inioy new blessings? and shall we not then open our mouthes to sing a new song vnto the Lord? Tye not therefore thy selfe alwaies to a forme of words,
For First, what Form of prayer is there wherein Are all our Wants expressed? have we not new assaults? Do we not commit new Sins? Do we not enjoy new blessings? and shall we not then open our mouths to sing a new song unto the Lord? Tie not Therefore thy self always to a Form of words,
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for thou shalt haue occasion to alter it.
for thou shalt have occasion to altar it.
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But we want words to expresse these our desires, neyther can we alter the forme but very rudely,
But we want words to express these our Desires, neither can we altar the Form but very rudely,
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so that we are afraid, to leaue the former forme that wee doe vse. In Prayer, the grones and sighs of the heart is the best Rethorick.
so that we Are afraid, to leave the former Form that we do use. In Prayer, the groans and sighs of the heart is the best Rhetoric.
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God doth not measure our prayer eyther by the multitude, or finenesse of the words, but by the feruencie of the spirit.
God does not measure our prayer either by the multitude, or fineness of the words, but by the fervency of the Spirit.
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This is the soule of prayer, words are but the bodie, which without the soule is but a dead carkasse.
This is the soul of prayer, words Are but the body, which without the soul is but a dead carcase.
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He will be content to beare with Barbarismes in our prayers, so that the spirit be present.
He will be content to bear with Barbarisms in our Prayers, so that the Spirit be present.
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Albeit then thou canst not inuent nor order; though thou wantest eloquence and words, yet make vp this want, by grones and sighs:
Albeit then thou Canst not invent nor order; though thou Wantest eloquence and words, yet make up this want, by groans and sighs:
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for God knoweth the meaning of the spirit: for God Knoweth the meaning of the Spirit:
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Words are but to make thee vnderstand thy selfe, and not to giue God vnderstanding of thy needs; Words Are but to make thee understand thy self, and not to give God understanding of thy needs;
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for he knoweth whereof thou hast need before thou askest. When words are wanting, then fall to sighing.
for he Knoweth whereof thou hast need before thou askest. When words Are wanting, then fallen to sighing.
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A father hath pittie vpon his child when it complaines:
A father hath pity upon his child when it complains:
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but if it cannot speake but onely weepe and grone, and lift vp the hands and eyes vnto the father, oh then his bowels erne,
but if it cannot speak but only weep and groan, and lift up the hands and eyes unto the father, o then his bowels yearn,
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and his compassion is doubled So the Lord, he heareth his children when they speake vnto him;
and his compassion is doubled So the Lord, he hears his children when they speak unto him;
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but when they cannot speake, when words are wanting, all they can doe, is thus to lift vp their hands and watery eyes, sighing and groning for deliuerance and ease:
but when they cannot speak, when words Are wanting, all they can do, is thus to lift up their hands and watery eyes, sighing and groaning for deliverance and ease:
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This moueth the Lord much, and causeth him to pittie.
This moves the Lord much, and Causes him to pity.
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A second reason why wee may not alwaies tye our selues to a set forme, is this:
A second reason why we may not always tie our selves to a Set Form, is this:
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Because we are to striue to grow and increase in grace, and in all things labour to come to perfection.
Because we Are to strive to grow and increase in grace, and in all things labour to come to perfection.
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We may not euermore stand at one stay, nor alwaies be as children, who needs leading by the hand,
We may not evermore stand At one stay, nor always be as children, who needs leading by the hand,
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but we must grow more and more in knowledge and in iudgement.
but we must grow more and more in knowledge and in judgement.
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And thus much may be spoken of this poynt, we are now to speake of the words themselues, which he deuised to speake. Father I haue sinned, &c. In these words of his acknowledgement, wee may see what it was especially that touched him to the quicke;
And thus much may be spoken of this point, we Are now to speak of the words themselves, which he devised to speak. Father I have sinned, etc. In these words of his acknowledgement, we may see what it was especially that touched him to the quick;
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namely this, that he had abused and wronged the loue and kindnesse of so good a Father.
namely this, that he had abused and wronged the love and kindness of so good a Father.
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This was that which made him so much to insist vpon the name of [ Father. ] I will goe to my [ Father: ] I will say [ Father. ] The misery that he was in (as his want of bread and other necessaries) no doubt was grieuous;
This was that which made him so much to insist upon the name of [ Father. ] I will go to my [ Father: ] I will say [ Father. ] The misery that he was in (as his want of bred and other necessaries) no doubt was grievous;
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yet all this troubled him not so much as this, that he had carryed himselfe so vndutifully towards so gratious a parent. Let this then be noted.
yet all this troubled him not so much as this, that he had carried himself so undutifully towards so gracious a parent. Let this then be noted.
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That nothing is so grieuous to a true penitent, as this, that by committing of sinne, he hath offended God. That nothing is so grievous to a true penitent, as this, that by committing of sin, he hath offended God.
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This was that which most troubled Dauid, and went nighest to his soule, that he had sinned against the Lord,
This was that which most troubled David, and went nighest to his soul, that he had sinned against the Lord,
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and offended his Maiestie by his committing of euill. Against thee, against thee onely haue I sinned, and done euill in thy sight.
and offended his Majesty by his committing of evil. Against thee, against thee only have I sinned, and done evil in thy sighed.
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It is not hi meaning to lessen his offence, the words may not so be taken but his speech sheweth what went nighest to hi• heart,
It is not him meaning to lessen his offence, the words may not so be taken but his speech shows what went nighest to hi• heart,
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and lay heauiest on his soule. His trespasse ag•inst Ʋriah, in taking away his life, was grieuous to him:
and lay Heaviest on his soul. His trespass ag•inst Ʋriah, in taking away his life, was grievous to him:
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His trespasse against Bathsheba, in drawing her to vnchastitie, did also trouble him, but that (by both of these) he had offended God, this did most of all perplex him;
His trespass against Bathsheba, in drawing her to unchastity, did also trouble him, but that (by both of these) he had offended God, this did most of all perplex him;
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Against thee, against thee haue I sinned. Against thee, against thee have I sinned.
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Nothing touched him so neere as this, no not shame of the world, nor feare of hell.
Nothing touched him so near as this, no not shame of the world, nor Fear of hell.
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Thus is it also said of the house of Dauid, that the spirit beeing powred vpon them, they shall mourne for him:
Thus is it also said of the house of David, that the Spirit being poured upon them, they shall mourn for him:
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That is, when the godly shall come to see what euils and miseries their sinnes brought vpon Christ, That is, when the godly shall come to see what evils and misery's their Sins brought upon christ,
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and how odious their offences haue beene towards him, this should pierce their hearts, and nothing more.
and how odious their offences have been towards him, this should pierce their hearts, and nothing more.
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Thus was it also with the people of God, who are said in the day of their fast, to draw water, (namely out of their hearts) and to powre it out before the Lord.
Thus was it also with the people of God, who Are said in the day of their fast, to draw water, (namely out of their hearts) and to pour it out before the Lord.
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By all which is meant, they wept bitterly and aboundantly for that they had offended the Lord by their many sinnes.
By all which is meant, they wept bitterly and abundantly for that they had offended the Lord by their many Sins.
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Ioseph being tempted to folly by his laciuious Mistresse, said, How shall I doe this great wickednesse, Ioseph being tempted to folly by his lascivious Mistress, said, How shall I do this great wickedness,
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and sinne against God? The wrong that he should haue done his Master, was nothing in his eye, to the offence against the Lord.and sin against God? The wrong that he should have done his Master, was nothing in his eye, to the offence against the Lord.
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The reason of this, the Apostle Saint Paul giueth.
The reason of this, the Apostle Saint Paul gives.
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They haue not receyued the spirit of bondage againe to feare, but they haue receyued the spirit of adoption: They have not received the Spirit of bondage again to Fear, but they have received the Spirit of adoption:
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Which Spirit, doth make them loue the Lord, and feare to offend, and exceedingly grieue when he is offended:
Which Spirit, does make them love the Lord, and Fear to offend, and exceedingly grieve when he is offended:
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As it is with a true louer towards his beloued.
As it is with a true lover towards his Beloved.
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Now for the vses, and first wee may see here a difference betweene the sorrow of the Godly and of the wicked: both greiue, both mourne.
Now for the uses, and First we may see Here a difference between the sorrow of the Godly and of the wicked: both grieve, both mourn.
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Ahab as well as Dauid. Iudas as well as Peter. Yet the sorrow of the one is godly and bringeth life: Ahab as well as David. Iudas as well as Peter. Yet the sorrow of the one is godly and brings life:
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the sorrow of the other worldly and bringeth death: For heare is the difference.
the sorrow of the other worldly and brings death: For hear is the difference.
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The sorrow of him that is truly penitent, is most conuersant about the euill of his sinne;
The sorrow of him that is truly penitent, is most conversant about the evil of his sin;
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and is more for Gods cause then for his owne; more that God is offended, then for any manner of respect vnto himselfe.
and is more for God's cause then for his own; more that God is offended, then for any manner of respect unto himself.
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Were there no shame, no danger, no punishment, neither here nor hereafter, in this life or in the next;
Were there no shame, no danger, no punishment, neither Here nor hereafter, in this life or in the next;
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yet this would wound their soules and grieue them at the heart, that by sinne God was offended. Thus is the godly sorrow:
yet this would wound their Souls and grieve them At the heart, that by sin God was offended. Thus is the godly sorrow:
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This is that which causeth repentance neuer to be repented of.
This is that which Causes Repentance never to be repented of.
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Now the sorrow of him whose repentance is vnsound, is of another nature, and is principally occupied about the euill of punishment. Being more for there owne sakes then for Gods. There sinne hath no place in their sorrow, nor God offended.
Now the sorrow of him whose Repentance is unsound, is of Another nature, and is principally occupied about the evil of punishment. Being more for there own sakes then for God's There sin hath no place in their sorrow, nor God offended.
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It is shame and punishment that causeth them to grieue, Cain grieues, but why? his punishment is greater then hee can beare. Pharaoh howles and takes on;
It is shame and punishment that Causes them to grieve, Cain grieves, but why? his punishment is greater then he can bear. Pharaoh howls and Takes on;
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but it is the thunder and haile that causeth it; his sorrow is gone ouer with the storme.
but it is the thunder and hail that Causes it; his sorrow is gone over with the storm.
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Saule mournes, but it is because, God had cast him away from being King.
Saule mourns, but it is Because, God had cast him away from being King.
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Ahab puts on sack-cloth, but it was the euill that was to come vpon his house, with the taking away of his posterity that caused it.
Ahab puts on Sackcloth, but it was the evil that was to come upon his house, with the taking away of his posterity that caused it.
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Esau wepes, but he more respects his owne losse then Gods dishonour: the blessing is lost. Esau weeps, but he more respects his own loss then God's dishonour: the blessing is lost.
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Thus selfe-loue is the moouer of it; were there no shame, iudgement hell, there should be no sorrowing for sinne.
Thus Self-love is the mover of it; were there no shame, judgement hell, there should be no sorrowing for sin.
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This is the sorrow of the wicked, which bringeth repentance to be repented of, and is a sorrow to be euer sorrowed for.
This is the sorrow of the wicked, which brings Repentance to be repented of, and is a sorrow to be ever sorrowed for.
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We see then how each of these differ in the obiect, that either of them is exercised about.
We see then how each of these differ in the Object, that either of them is exercised about.
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Secondly, this may teach vs to try our selues and our repentance. For is it so;
Secondly, this may teach us to try our selves and our Repentance. For is it so;
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that nothing is more grieuous to a true penitent then this, that by sinne he hath offended God? Examine then thy heart, deale truly with thy selfe, what is it that most troubles thee? I do not doubt,
that nothing is more grievous to a true penitent then this, that by sin he hath offended God? Examine then thy heart, deal truly with thy self, what is it that most Troubles thee? I do not doubt,
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but thou hast had some manner of remorse;
but thou hast had Some manner of remorse;
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At some time or other, thy heart hath bine smitten for thy sinnes thou hast committed.
At Some time or other, thy heart hath bine smitten for thy Sins thou hast committed.
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But deale now truly with thy selfe, and ransacke thy owne conscience:
But deal now truly with thy self, and ransack thy own conscience:
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what was it that did most perplexe thee? what was it that lay heauiest on thy soule? what did most trouble thee? was it thought of shame and feare of hell? was it caused by some such by respects? rest not then in it,
what was it that did most perplex thee? what was it that lay Heaviest on thy soul? what did most trouble thee? was it Thought of shame and Fear of hell? was it caused by Some such by respects? rest not then in it,
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for a reprobate may thus sometimes greiue, and therefore I say rest not in it; I do not simply discommend this sorrow:
for a Reprobate may thus sometime grieve, and Therefore I say rest not in it; I do not simply discommend this sorrow:
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For I confesse it is a good preparation to repentance, and as the needle which makes way for the thread,
For I confess it is a good preparation to Repentance, and as the needle which makes Way for the thread,
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so doth wordly sorrow for godly sorrow; the spirit of bondage for the spirit of à•option.
so does wordly sorrow for godly sorrow; the Spirit of bondage for the Spirit of à•option.
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But I wish thee to goe further: for this sorrow as yet is but worldly, and bringeth death being rested in.
But I wish thee to go further: for this sorrow as yet is but worldly, and brings death being rested in.
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But is it otherwise with thee, is this the maine cause of thy greife, that God is offended and if there were no hell nor punishment,
But is it otherwise with thee, is this the main cause of thy grief, that God is offended and if there were no hell nor punishment,
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neither heare nor here after, yet dost thou finde in thy selfe, an inclineablenesse to mourne for thy sinnes thou hast committed? art thou grieued that by thee God hath bine dishonored;
neither hear nor Here After, yet dost thou find in thy self, an inclineablenesse to mourn for thy Sins thou hast committed? art thou grieved that by thee God hath bine dishonoured;
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canst thou gree•• for sinne as it is an offence against God? if thou dost thus;
Canst thou gree•• for sin as it is an offence against God? if thou dost thus;
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then thy estate is blessed, yea thrice happy is it; for thou shalt neuer repent of this thy sorrow.
then thy estate is blessed, yea thrice happy is it; for thou shalt never Repent of this thy sorrow.
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Yet let me tell thee, thou mayst deceiue thy selfe, and think it is thus, when it is not;
Yet let me tell thee, thou Mayest deceive thy self, and think it is thus, when it is not;
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for the heart is full of guile and deceit, and will cry peace peace when there is none.
for the heart is full of guile and deceit, and will cry peace peace when there is none.
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And therefore for thy further establishment, know if thou dost thus grieue, these things shalt thou finde in thee.
And Therefore for thy further establishment, know if thou dost thus grieve, these things shalt thou find in thee.
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First thou wilt grieue for sinnes of all sorts, originall & actuall; of ignorance and of knowledge; of commission and of omission: secret and open:
First thou wilt grieve for Sins of all sorts, original & actual; of ignorance and of knowledge; of commission and of omission: secret and open:
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for lesser as well as for bigger;
for lesser as well as for bigger;
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whatsoeuer is sinne thou wilt mourne for, because Gods law is by it broken, and so his Maiesty is offended.
whatsoever is sin thou wilt mourn for, Because God's law is by it broken, and so his Majesty is offended.
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Thus was it with Dauid in sinn I was conceiued, he mourneth as well for his sinne, originall as actuall, Thus was it with David in sin I was conceived, he Mourneth as well for his sin, original as actual,
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for sins of nature, as of life.
for Sins of nature, as of life.
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And againe, who can know the errors of his life? Oh cleanse thou me from secret faults.
And again, who can know the errors of his life? O cleanse thou me from secret Faults.
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He as well mournes and desires to haue pardon for his sinnes vnknowne and secret, as for them that were open and apparant to himselfe, or others.
He as well mourns and Desires to have pardon for his Sins unknown and secret, as for them that were open and apparent to himself, or Others.
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Secondly, If thou grieuest because God is offended, then wilt thou grieue also for the sinnes of others, aswell as for thy owne, Secondly, If thou grievest Because God is offended, then wilt thou grieve also for the Sins of Others, aswell as for thy own,
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because God is dishonoured by the one, as well as by the other.
Because God is dishonoured by the one, as well as by the other.
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Thus was it with righteous Lot, For the righteous man dwelling amongst the wicked, in seeing and hearing, vexed his righteous soule from day to day, with their vnlawfull deedes. Thus was it with righteous Lot, For the righteous man Dwelling among the wicked, in seeing and hearing, vexed his righteous soul from day to day, with their unlawful Deeds.
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Thus also was it with holy Dauid, His eyes gushed out with riuers of teares, because men kept not Gods law.
Thus also was it with holy David, His eyes gushed out with Rivers of tears, Because men kept not God's law.
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So did those mourners, marked for Gods own people, mourne for the abhominations done in Ierusalem.
So did those mourners, marked for God's own people, mourn for the abominations done in Ierusalem.
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Thirdly, If thy sorrow be godly, and is for sinne as it is an offence against God, thou wilt then bee more desirous to be aid of sinne, Thirdly, If thy sorrow be godly, and is for sin as it is an offence against God, thou wilt then be more desirous to be aid of sin,
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then of any other crosse whatsoeuer;
then of any other cross whatsoever;
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yea, as heartily desirous neuer to commit it, as thou art desirous that God would neuer impute it.
yea, as heartily desirous never to commit it, as thou art desirous that God would never impute it.
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The foundation of God standeth sure, hauing this seale, the Lord knoweth them that are his. The Foundation of God Stands sure, having this seal, the Lord Knoweth them that Are his.
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And let euery one that nameth the name of Christ, depart from iniquity. And let every one that names the name of christ, depart from iniquity.
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Many other signes and markes might be brought, but these are enough, to manifest the soundnesse or vnsoundnesse of thy sorrow.
Many other Signs and marks might be brought, but these Are enough, to manifest the soundness or unsoundness of thy sorrow.
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Thou that formerly wast well perswaded of thy selfe, aske thy selfe now once againe whether these things bee in thee, yea, or no;
Thou that formerly wast well persuaded of thy self, ask thy self now once again whither these things be in thee, yea, or no;
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thinke it not labour lost the second time to put thy selfe vnto the tryall: the better assurance, the sounder will be thy comfort.
think it not labour lost the second time to put thy self unto the trial: the better assurance, the sounder will be thy Comfort.
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Dost thou grieue for euery sinne, as well as for any sinne, for the corruptions of thy heart, thy secret and vnknowne sinnes? Doest thou acknowledge and bewaile thy hidden corruptions,
Dost thou grieve for every sin, as well as for any sin, for the corruptions of thy heart, thy secret and unknown Sins? Dost thou acknowledge and bewail thy hidden corruptions,
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and lesse-grieuous crimes? Doest thou condemne thy selfe before God, for such sinnes as the world knowes not of:
and lesse-grieuous crimes? Dost thou condemn thy self before God, for such Sins as the world knows not of:
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as haue beene done in secret, God and thy own conscience onely seeing thee? And doest thou not grieue as well for thy omission of good duties, (as prayer, reading, meditating, relieuing others in their necessities, and the like) as well as for commission of euill? And dost thou blame thy selfe as well for the euill that cleaues to thy best works, (as pride, vaine glorie, hypocrisie, dulnesse, deadnesse, &c.) as for thy euill workes? If it bee thus with thee, it is an euident signe that sinne,
as have been done in secret, God and thy own conscience only seeing thee? And dost thou not grieve as well for thy omission of good duties, (as prayer, reading, meditating, relieving Others in their necessities, and the like) as well as for commission of evil? And dost thou blame thy self as well for the evil that cleaves to thy best works, (as pride, vain glory, hypocrisy, dulness, deadness, etc.) as for thy evil works? If it be thus with thee, it is an evident Signen that sin,
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as it is sin, and a breach of Gods law, doth wound thy soule.
as it is since, and a breach of God's law, does wound thy soul.
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But in the second place, I demaund of thee whether thou grieuest in secret for the corruptions of the times;
But in the second place, I demand of thee whither thou grievest in secret for the corruptions of the times;
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for the pride, drunkenesse, blasphemie, contempt of Gods word, prophanation of the Sabboths, that doth euerie where abound, doe these and the like sins fetch groanes from thy soule,
for the pride, Drunkenness, blasphemy, contempt of God's word, profanation of the Sabbaths, that does every where abound, do these and the like Sins fetch groans from thy soul,
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and teares from thy eies, bring thee on thy knees, cause thee to wring thy hands, to see God so dishonoured, is it thus with thee? But is it so indeed? oh then well is it with thee, thy case is happie.
and tears from thy eyes, bring thee on thy knees, cause thee to wring thy hands, to see God so dishonoured, is it thus with thee? But is it so indeed? o then well is it with thee, thy case is happy.
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And yet lastly answere me, is it thy greatest desire to be ridde of sin,
And yet lastly answer me, is it thy greatest desire to be rid of since,
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yea, of euery sinne, be it neuer so gainefull or profitable? And dost thou as earnestly desire to leaue it as thou dost to haue God forgiue? Why, this is an excellent signe, a neuer-failing signe of thy sound sorrow;
yea, of every sin, be it never so gainful or profitable? And dost thou as earnestly desire to leave it as thou dost to have God forgive? Why, this is an excellent Signen, a never-failing Signen of thy found sorrow;
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this is a certaine testimonie to thy soule, that thy griefe is vnto life, and that thou art a childe of God.
this is a certain testimony to thy soul, that thy grief is unto life, and that thou art a child of God.
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Oh! let these things bee well thought on, and often remembred, and let vs often search our hearts by them, that wee may know what wee are,
Oh! let these things be well Thought on, and often remembered, and let us often search our hearts by them, that we may know what we Are,
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and what sorrow we haue, whether godly or worldly.
and what sorrow we have, whither godly or worldly.
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Without question many of Gods children want that sound comfort which they might and should haue for want of this search and triall;
Without question many of God's children want that found Comfort which they might and should have for want of this search and trial;
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for without it, it cannot bee but wee must remaine either in errour or in doubtfulnesse.
for without it, it cannot be but we must remain either in error or in doubtfulness.
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Now, in the third place this may serue for the reproofe, yea, for the terrour of many, who rest in a counterfeit and vnsound repentance.
Now, in the third place this may serve for the reproof, yea, for the terror of many, who rest in a counterfeit and unsound Repentance.
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For, doth a true penitent grieue more for Gods cause then for his owne;
For, does a true penitent grieve more for God's cause then for his own;
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is he more grieued for the offence against God, then for any manner of respect vnto himselfe? Then surely such are farre from true repentance, who (were it not for feare or shame) could be content to liue in sinne,
is he more grieved for the offence against God, then for any manner of respect unto himself? Then surely such Are Far from true Repentance, who (were it not for Fear or shame) could be content to live in sin,
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and tumble in it all their daies. A kind of sorrow indeed many haue, but it is onely worldly, slauish, diuellish;
and tumble in it all their days. A kind of sorrow indeed many have, but it is only worldly, slavish, devilish;
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their respect is wholly to themselues, to God nothing. They loath sin, but not because God abhorres it;
their respect is wholly to themselves, to God nothing. They loath since, but not Because God abhors it;
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they grieue, but not because God is displeased by it;
they grieve, but not Because God is displeased by it;
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but because they cannot make their parties good enough against him, in keeping of their sinnes, and preuenting of his iudgements.
but Because they cannot make their parties good enough against him, in keeping of their Sins, and preventing of his Judgments.
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Who almost makes conscience of secret sinnes? Where is he that grieues for lesse euils? that mournes & grieues for his omission of good,
Who almost makes conscience of secret Sins? Where is he that grieves for less evils? that mourns & grieves for his omission of good,
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and neglect of duties God hath required? for fewe are there that sigh and crie for the abhominations committed in our shops and streetes:
and neglect of duties God hath required? for few Are there that sighs and cry for the abominations committed in our shops and streets:
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should God send his Angell through this Citie, to marke those that thus mourne;
should God send his Angel through this city, to mark those that thus mourn;
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how small would be the number of those that receiue the marke? How many of vs haue this desire rather to be freed from sinne then any other crosse, how small would be the number of those that receive the mark? How many of us have this desire rather to be freed from sin then any other cross,
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& are as willing not to commit it, as to haue the Lord not to impute it? Can we then thinke that repentance is so common as the world takes it to be? Surely,
& Are as willing not to commit it, as to have the Lord not to impute it? Can we then think that Repentance is so Common as the world Takes it to be? Surely,
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surely, these things doe testifie to our faces that wee are farre from it.
surely, these things do testify to our faces that we Are Far from it.
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Be it knowne therefore vnto thee, thou that mournest not for thy secret corruptions, who abstainest not from secret sinnes, that grieuest not for other mens sinne, aswell as for thy own, thou that hast not this earnest desire to be ridde from all sinne whatsoeuer;
Be it known Therefore unto thee, thou that mournest not for thy secret corruptions, who abstainest not from secret Sins, that grievest not for other men's sin, aswell as for thy own, thou that hast not this earnest desire to be rid from all sin whatsoever;
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be it knowne vnto thee (I say) and certified to thy soule, that though thou doest mourne and grieue,
be it known unto thee (I say) and certified to thy soul, that though thou dost mourn and grieve,
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and art sorrie thou hast done amisse, and also couldst wish that many things could againe bee recalled which thou hast committed;
and art sorry thou hast done amiss, and also Couldst wish that many things could again be Recalled which thou hast committed;
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yet thy sorrow is vnsound, it is but a heauie and comfortlesse sorrow, and the beginning of sorrowes euerlasting.
yet thy sorrow is unsound, it is but a heavy and comfortless sorrow, and the beginning of sorrows everlasting.
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And therefore content not thy selfe with it, as if it were godly sorrow, for it is not,
And Therefore content not thy self with it, as if it were godly sorrow, for it is not,
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and it will turne to bitternesse in the end.
and it will turn to bitterness in the end.
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A forth vse may be for admonition to euery one of vs, that would haue sound comfort of their repentance and conuersion, to vse all good meanes, that they may finde their hearts thus to bee affected:
A forth use may be for admonition to every one of us, that would have found Comfort of their Repentance and conversion, to use all good means, that they may find their hearts thus to be affected:
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Neuer rest satisfied till thou canst mourne for sinne, because it is sinne, and make thy sinne to be thy greatest griefe.
Never rest satisfied till thou Canst mourn for sin, Because it is sin, and make thy sin to be thy greatest grief.
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Rest not contented vntill thou finde thy heart humbled for thy close corruptions and hidden sinnes;
Rest not contented until thou find thy heart humbled for thy close corruptions and hidden Sins;
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yea, for euery sinne, aswell as for any sinne; for the sinnes of others, aswell as for thy owne.
yea, for every sin, aswell as for any sin; for the Sins of Others, aswell as for thy own.
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Know nothing by thy selfe whereby God is offended, that thou doest not as heartily desire to leaue, Know nothing by thy self whereby God is offended, that thou dost not as heartily desire to leave,
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as to haue the eternall God forgiue.
as to have the Eternal God forgive.
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Till it bee thus with thee, thou canst haue no hope that thy repentance is sound and good.
Till it be thus with thee, thou Canst have no hope that thy Repentance is found and good.
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Vse all good meanes for the attaining to this grace. And amongst others these.
Use all good means for the attaining to this grace. And among Others these.
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Often meditate on those cords of loue, Gods workes of mercy towards thee, both in things temporall concerning this life present, (as health, life, libertie, peace, prosperity,
Often meditate on those cords of love, God's works of mercy towards thee, both in things temporal Concerning this life present, (as health, life, liberty, peace, Prosperity,
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and the like;) as also in things spirituall that concerne a better, wherewith the Lord doth compasse thee.
and the like;) as also in things spiritual that concern a better, wherewith the Lord does compass thee.
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And amongst all others forget not that rich grace and mercie in giuing of his Sonne to bee a reconciliation for thee, And among all Others forget not that rich grace and mercy in giving of his Son to be a reconciliation for thee,
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when thou wert a slaue to Sathan, and a fire-brand of hell; that he should send his Sonne, and giue him vp to death;
when thou Wertenberg a slave to Sathan, and a firebrand of hell; that he should send his Son, and give him up to death;
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yea, to that shamefull death of the crosse, to redeeme thee from all iniquitie, O great is thy mercy towards mee (saith that kingly Prophet) for thou hast deliuered my soule from the lowest hell.
yea, to that shameful death of the cross, to Redeem thee from all iniquity, Oh great is thy mercy towards me (Says that kingly Prophet) for thou hast Delivered my soul from the lowest hell.
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Great it is indeed, what mercie greater? In this one mercy a world of mercy is comprehended.
Great it is indeed, what mercy greater? In this one mercy a world of mercy is comprehended.
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Consider then of this one mercey, this free mercie, this full mercie; and thou canst not, but needes must grieue to offend so good a God.
Consider then of this one mercey, this free mercy, this full mercy; and thou Canst not, but needs must grieve to offend so good a God.
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Secondly, Pray for Gods spirit, for that worketh true compunction and contrition in the heart.
Secondly, Pray for God's Spirit, for that works true compunction and contrition in the heart.
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I will powre vpon the house of Dauid, and vpon the inhabitants of Ierusalem the spirit of grace; I will pour upon the house of David, and upon the inhabitants of Ierusalem the Spirit of grace;
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and they shall looke vpon mee whom they haue pierced, and they shall lament for him,
and they shall look upon me whom they have pierced, and they shall lament for him,
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as one that mourneth for his onely Sonne, and be sorrie for him, as one is sorry for his first borne. as one that Mourneth for his only Son, and be sorry for him, as one is sorry for his First born.
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In which words we haue both these meanes layd downe that I haue now named.
In which words we have both these means laid down that I have now nam.
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Let these be especially vsed, and we shall finde them very auaileable for the obtaining of this grace.
Let these be especially used, and we shall find them very available for the obtaining of this grace.
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Let me intreate thee for the Lords sake, and for thy owne soules sake, to put them then in practise, and that daily.
Let me entreat thee for the lords sake, and for thy own Souls sake, to put them then in practice, and that daily.
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It is a matter of speciall behoofe, and very important, it concernes the eternall saluation or damnation of thy soule, and therefore looke about thee.
It is a matter of special behoof, and very important, it concerns the Eternal salvation or damnation of thy soul, and Therefore look about thee.
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In the last place, it may comfort such as doe thus grieue for sinne, more regarding God then themselues, looking more vpon him whom they haue offended,
In the last place, it may Comfort such as do thus grieve for sin, more regarding God then themselves, looking more upon him whom they have offended,
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then vpon what they haue deserued by offending:
then upon what they have deserved by offending:
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Not so much grieuing for shame of men, or feare of hell, as that by their sinning they haue offended God.
Not so much grieving for shame of men, or Fear of hell, as that by their sinning they have offended God.
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Let not such be discouraged, for this sorrow is a blessed sorrow, and shall end in ioy;
Let not such be discouraged, for this sorrow is a blessed sorrow, and shall end in joy;
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this sorrow will bring to life and happinesse: Oh let all such mourners of Sion comfort themselues therefore with these words.
this sorrow will bring to life and happiness: O let all such mourners of Sion Comfort themselves Therefore with these words.
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And before thee. ] That is, in thy sight, as afterwards verse 21. This did adde much vnto his sorrow,And before thee. ] That is, in thy sighed, as afterwards verse 21. This did add much unto his sorrow,
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and did very much aggrauate his fault. Two points are here to be obserued. The first is this, that Gods eye is on all mens actions.
and did very much aggravate his fault. Two points Are Here to be observed. The First is this, that God's eye is on all men's actions.
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The second is this, the forgetting of Gods all-seeing eye in the committing of euill, doth aggrauate the sinne, and encrease the same.
The second is this, the forgetting of God's All-seeing eye in the committing of evil, does aggravate the sin, and increase the same.
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For the first of these, viz. That Gods eye is on all mens actions, he is an eye-witnes of euery worke done and sinne committed. For the First of these, viz. That God's eye is on all men's actions, he is an eyewitness of every work done and sin committed.
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All things are naked and open vnto the eyes of him with-whom we haue to doe, (saith the authour to the Hebrewes. ) And excellently Dauid: Thou knowest my downe-fitting and vp-rising:
All things Are naked and open unto the eyes of him with-whom we have to do, (Says the author to the Hebrews.) And excellently David: Thou Knowest my downe-fitting and uprising:
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thou vnderstandest my thought a farre off. Thou compassest my path and my lying downe, and art acquainted with all my wayes. thou Understandest my Thought a Far off. Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways.
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For there is not a word in my tongue, but loe thou knowest it altogether. Thou hast beset me behinde and before. For there is not a word in my tongue, but lo thou Knowest it altogether. Thou hast beset me behind and before.
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And againe, If I say, surely the darknes shall couer me, euen the night shall be light about me; And again, If I say, surely the darkness shall cover me, even the night shall be Light about me;
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yea, the darkenesse hideth not from thee, but the night shineth as the day, the darkenesse and the night are both alike to thee. yea, the darkness Hideth not from thee, but the night shines as the day, the darkness and the night Are both alike to thee.
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That whole Psalme may be a proofe for this truth. And in another Psalme hee saith, Thou hast set our iniquities before thee:
That Whole Psalm may be a proof for this truth. And in Another Psalm he Says, Thou hast Set our iniquities before thee:
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our secret sinnes in the light of thy countenance. our secret Sins in the Light of thy countenance.
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The Lord himselfe doth testifie this by his Prophet Ieremiah, Will you steale, murder, and commit adulterie,
The Lord himself does testify this by his Prophet Jeremiah, Will you steal, murder, and commit adultery,
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and sweare falsely, and burne incense vnto Baal, and walke after other Gods whom you know not; and swear falsely, and burn incense unto Baal, and walk After other God's whom you know not;
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and come & stand before me in this house, which is called by my name, and say, wee are deliuered to doe all these abhominations. and come & stand before me in this house, which is called by my name, and say, we Are Delivered to do all these abominations.
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Behold, euen I haue seene it, saith the Lord. So in another place, Am I a God at hand, saith the Lord, and not a farre off? Can any hide himselfe in secret places that I shall not see him, saith the Lord,
Behold, even I have seen it, Says the Lord. So in Another place, Am I a God At hand, Says the Lord, and not a Far off? Can any hide himself in secret places that I shall not see him, Says the Lord,
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and doe not I fill Heauen and earth? I will not bee too prodigall in spending time in vnderpropping so knowne a point, which all confesse for truth,and do not I fill Heaven and earth? I will not be too prodigal in spending time in underpropping so known a point, which all confess for truth,
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and for which Scirpture is so strong. To come then to the reasons.
and for which Scripture is so strong. To come then to the Reasons.
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First, God is euery where present, he can be shut out of no place, as man can, or as the Sunne can;
First, God is every where present, he can be shut out of no place, as man can, or as the Sun can;
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because he is infinite in nature.
Because he is infinite in nature.
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Doe not I fill heauen and earth, sayth the Lord? Am I a God at hand, Do not I fill heaven and earth, say the Lord? Am I a God At hand,
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and not a farre off? And therefore it cannot otherwise be, but he must needs behold our doings, and our actions.and not a Far off? And Therefore it cannot otherwise be, but he must needs behold our doings, and our actions.
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Secondly, It is he that made the eye, and shall not he see, it is he that made the eare, and shall not he heare!
Secondly, It is he that made the eye, and shall not he see, it is he that made the ear, and shall not he hear!
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he giueth knowledge, and shall not he know! he gives knowledge, and shall not he know!
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Can any thing bee hid from him from whom they haue their being? The worke is knowne vnto the worker;
Can any thing be hid from him from whom they have their being? The work is known unto the worker;
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the art vnto the artificer, the pot vnto the potter: and shall not the creature be knowne vnto the Creator? These reasons shall suffice, though many might be brought. Now for the vses.
the art unto the Artificer, the pot unto the potter: and shall not the creature be known unto the Creator? These Reasons shall suffice, though many might be brought. Now for the uses.
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And first, this may serue for terrour to all such as liue in sinne;
And First, this may serve for terror to all such as live in sin;
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what greater terrour to a theefe, then to haue the iudge an eye-witnesse of his villany? So what greater terror to the wicked then this, to haue the Lord behold their doings.
what greater terror to a thief, then to have the judge an eyewitness of his villainy? So what greater terror to the wicked then this, to have the Lord behold their doings.
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Come hither then and learne thou dissembling hypocrite, thou that coggest and dalliest with the Lord, giue care, attend:
Come hither then and Learn thou dissembling hypocrite, thou that coggest and dalliest with the Lord, give care, attend:
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God hath spyed and doth espie thy rottennesse within, for all thy painted outside:
God hath spied and does espy thy rottenness within, for all thy painted outside:
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Hee knoweth that though thou wearest Christs liuery on thy backe, thou wearest the Deuils fauour in thy bosome.
He Knoweth that though thou wearest Christ livery on thy back, thou wearest the Devils favour in thy bosom.
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Thinke vpon this you lurking Dans, close enemies of the Church, whose sleepe departs from you, till you haue caused some to fall:
Think upon this you lurking Dans, close enemies of the Church, whose sleep departs from you, till you have caused Some to fallen:
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The Lord seeth your plotts and cunning deuises, your close practises against his Church, and people;
The Lord sees your plots and cunning devises, your close practises against his Church, and people;
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But he that sitteth in heauen shall laugh you to scorne, the Lord will haue you in derision. But he that Sitteth in heaven shall laugh you to scorn, the Lord will have you in derision.
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Take notice of this also you adulterers and whore-mongers, who say in your hearts, Who seeth vs? We are compassed about with darknesse, we need not feare:
Take notice of this also you Adulterers and whoremongers, who say in your hearts, Who sees us? We Are compassed about with darkness, we need not Fear:
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Behold the Lord himselfe, who shall be thy iudge, he seeth thy vilany, and looketh thee in the face, in the act doing.
Behold the Lord himself, who shall be thy judge, he sees thy villainy, and looks thee in the face, in the act doing.
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In a word, all you that thinke of secrecy, and hope for euer to auoid, both the reproach and punishment of your sinnes committed:
In a word, all you that think of secrecy, and hope for ever to avoid, both the reproach and punishment of your Sins committed:
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consider this and be better aduised, thinke not by denying, excusing, colouring, or cloaking them to auoid the shame;
Consider this and be better advised, think not by denying, excusing, colouring, or cloaking them to avoid the shame;
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For what if men doe count you innocent, yet God will bring in euidence, to find you guilty.
For what if men do count you innocent, yet God will bring in evidence, to find you guilty.
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He himselfe tooke you with the manner, and was in place at the deed doing:
He himself took you with the manner, and was in place At the deed doing:
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and therefore he himselfe will witnes against thee, and set thy sinnes in order before thee. and Therefore he himself will witness against thee, and Set thy Sins in order before thee.
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Secondly, this serueth to set forth Gods wonderfull patience, and long suffering: for, is all sinne in his eye? then wonder at Gods forbearance!
Secondly, this serveth to Set forth God's wonderful patience, and long suffering: for, is all sin in his eye? then wonder At God's forbearance!
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who seeing so many and outragious sinnes daily committed; yet for all that, spares vs. Some are swearing, some tipling, some cheating, some whoring,
who seeing so many and outrageous Sins daily committed; yet for all that, spares us some Are swearing, Some tippling, Some cheating, Some whoring,
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when his eye is on them: All our impurities, impieties, he doth plainely behold, yet he forbeares and doth not strike:
when his eye is on them: All our Impurities, impieties, he does plainly behold, yet he forbears and does not strike:
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wonder at this, wonder at it oh you sonnes of men, and let it teach you to repent.
wonder At this, wonder At it o you Sons of men, and let it teach you to Repent.
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A third vse, may serue to stirre vs vp, and encourage vs to well-doing, what lazie seruant will not put forth his strength,
A third use, may serve to stir us up, and encourage us to welldoing, what lazy servant will not put forth his strength,
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when his masters eye is on him? So, who is it (were he well perswaded that the Lord is a spectator and beholder of his doings) would not put forth his strength to the Lords worke? Were this well considered,
when his Masters eye is on him? So, who is it (were he well persuaded that the Lord is a spectator and beholder of his doings) would not put forth his strength to the lords work? Were this well considered,
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how couragious should we be, both in the duties of our generall and speciall callings? how forward would we be to euery good worke? Be not then slothfull in Gods seruice, stand not al day idle; be euer doing of good:
how courageous should we be, both in the duties of our general and special callings? how forward would we be to every good work? Be not then slothful in God's service, stand not all day idle; be ever doing of good:
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not the least good can be done, but he doth know it, be it done neuer so secretly,
not the least good can be done, but he does know it, be it done never so secretly,
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yet he seeth it, He seeth thy prayers; he heareth thy grones;
yet he sees it, He sees thy Prayers; he hears thy groans;
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he bottles vp thy teares, which are shed, and made at mid-night, and will reward them:
he bottles up thy tears, which Are shed, and made At midnight, and will reward them:
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thou needst not looke for witnesses, to take notice of thy actions, God himselfe is wit•••• and thy owne conscience also.
thou Needest not look for Witnesses, to take notice of thy actions, God himself is wit•••• and thy own conscience also.
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Thy conscience is as a thousand witnesses, and God as a thousand consciences;
Thy conscience is as a thousand Witnesses, and God as a thousand Consciences;
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How many witnesses wouldst thou haue? canst thou desire more? Let this enflame thee to pietie,
How many Witnesses Wouldst thou have? Canst thou desire more? Let this inflame thee to piety,
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and cause thee to make euer holy thoughts, precious:
and cause thee to make ever holy thoughts, precious:
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For, as there is not the least euill in the heart, which can escape Gods knowledge:
For, as there is not the least evil in the heart, which can escape God's knowledge:
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no more is there the least good motion and cogitation. Oh that this were well weighed!
no more is there the least good motion and cogitation. O that this were well weighed!
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then should we not haue such a number of lazie Christians, as now we haue: let it bee considered, and let his knowledge support thee in euery good action.
then should we not have such a number of lazy Christians, as now we have: let it be considered, and let his knowledge support thee in every good actium.
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Fourthly, this poynt affords vs a vse of comfort;
Fourthly, this point affords us a use of Comfort;
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for, is it so, that God is a beholder of all our workes and actions? surely then this may serue for our singular consolation, and that in diuers distresses.
for, is it so, that God is a beholder of all our works and actions? surely then this may serve for our singular consolation, and that in diverse Distresses.
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I will instance but in some; As first, against the malicious enterprises of wicked men, who band themselues against Gods Church, and people;
I will instance but in Some; As First, against the malicious enterprises of wicked men, who band themselves against God's Church, and people;
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the Lord seeth and knoweth how to bring their purposes to nought, and how-euer they say, the Lord shall not see,
the Lord sees and Knoweth how to bring their Purposes to nought, and however they say, the Lord shall not see,
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neither shall the God of Iacob regard it, yet they shall know, that he that made the eye doth see,
neither shall the God of Iacob regard it, yet they shall know, that he that made the eye does see,
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and he that chastiseth the heathen shall correct. Secondly, it may comfort vs in time of persecution;and he that Chastiseth the heathen shall correct. Secondly, it may Comfort us in time of persecution;
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Are we any way wronged in bodie, or in goods? why, the Lord stands by, he is an eye-witnesse,
are we any Way wronged in body, or in goods? why, the Lord Stands by, he is an eyewitness,
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and taketh notice of all our wrongs.
and Takes notice of all our wrongs.
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I haue surely seene the affliction of my people, which are in Egypt, sayth the Lord, I have surely seen the affliction of my people, which Are in Egypt, say the Lord,
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and haue heard their cry, by reason of their taske-masters: for I know their sorrowes. Commit therefore thy cause vnto the Lord;and have herd their cry, by reason of their taskmasters: for I know their sorrows. Commit Therefore thy cause unto the Lord;
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say onely with Dauid, Lord thou seest it. And thirdly, it may comfort vs against the censures and slanders of the wicked.
say only with David, Lord thou See it. And Thirdly, it may Comfort us against the censures and slanders of the wicked.
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The Lord knoweth vs and our desires; he knoweth our hearts and innocencie, what euer the world eyther say or thinke.
The Lord Knoweth us and our Desires; he Knoweth our hearts and innocence, what ever the world either say or think.
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This was Iobs comfort in the like case; my witnesse is in heauen, and my record is on high.
This was Jobs Comfort in the like case; my witness is in heaven, and my record is on high.
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And thus the Apostle Paul, when he was disparaged by the Corinthians, I passe not, sayth he, to be iudged of you, my iudgement is with the Lord, hee iudgeth me.
And thus the Apostle Paul, when he was disparaged by the Corinthians, I pass not, say he, to be judged of you, my judgement is with the Lord, he Judgeth me.
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It matters not what the Prisoner saith, so the Iudge acquit vs: And thus we see what comfort this affords.
It matters not what the Prisoner Says, so the Judge acquit us: And thus we see what Comfort this affords.
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The second doctrine, hence to be obserued is this;
The second Doctrine, hence to be observed is this;
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That the forgetting of Gods all-seeing eye, in the committing of euill, doth aggrauate the sinne, and encrease the same. That the forgetting of God's All-seeing eye, in the committing of evil, does aggravate the sin, and increase the same.
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This he insists vpon, as an aggrauation of his fault, that he had not feared in the sight of God to offend.
This he insists upon, as an aggravation of his fault, that he had not feared in the sighed of God to offend.
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The speech of Ezra in hi• confession, may seeme to make much to this purpose, Behold wee are before thee in our trespasses,
The speech of Ezra in hi• Confessi, may seem to make much to this purpose, Behold we Are before thee in our Trespasses,
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for we cannot stand before thee, because of this: for we cannot stand before thee, Because of this:
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As if he should say, our sinne is increased, in that we had no mo•e regard of thy presence,
As if he should say, our sin is increased, in that we had no mo•e regard of thy presence,
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and stood not in that awe of thee that we should, but now we see that we were all the while in thy view,
and stood not in that awe of thee that we should, but now we see that we were all the while in thy view,
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and because of our neglect hereof, we now perceiue, we cannot stand before thee.
and Because of our neglect hereof, we now perceive, we cannot stand before thee.
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Thus doth Dauid aggrauate his sinne, Against thee, against thee onely haue I sinned, and done euill in thy sight.
Thus does David aggravate his sin, Against thee, against thee only have I sinned, and done evil in thy sighed.
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The reasons of this poynt are these.
The Reasons of this point Are these.
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First, we sinne against the meanes that ought to keepe vs from sinne, and this doth aggrauate the sinne exceedingly,
First, we sin against the means that ought to keep us from sin, and this does aggravate the sin exceedingly,
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and make sin out of measure sinfull.
and make since out of measure sinful.
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What better meanes to restraine vs from the committing of sinne, then the remembrance of Gods eye? Now when we respect not Gods eye,
What better means to restrain us from the committing of sin, then the remembrance of God's eye? Now when we respect not God's eye,
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and fall into euill, we suffer sinne to breake out against the good meanes, that should restraine it: This is a fearefull aggrauation.
and fallen into evil, we suffer sin to break out against the good means, that should restrain it: This is a fearful aggravation.
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Secondly, we rob God of his honor, and giue not that vnto hi• which is his right, wee would plucke out his eyes, that he should not see,
Secondly, we rob God of his honour, and give not that unto hi• which is his right, we would pluck out his eyes, that he should not see,
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or at least, iudge him to bee blind:
or At least, judge him to be blind:
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to thinke God seeth vs not is a kinde of atheisme, for after a sort, we deny him to be God.
to think God sees us not is a kind of atheism, for After a sort, we deny him to be God.
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And to thinke God seeth vs, and yet to run in sinne without respect of his presence, is little better then to contemne him:
And to think God sees us, and yet to run in sin without respect of his presence, is little better then to contemn him:
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both wayes he is dishonoured, and •o the sinne aggrauated, and encreased. Let the vse of this be to admonish euery one of vs to take heed,
both ways he is dishonoured, and •o the sin aggravated, and increased. Let the use of this be to admonish every one of us to take heed,
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least we forget Gods eye in our workes and action•:
lest we forget God's eye in our works and action•:
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let the eye of his maiestie be duly thought vpon, wheresoeuer thou art, or whatsoeuer thou art a doing, yet still remember it:
let the eye of his majesty be duly Thought upon, wheresoever thou art, or whatsoever thou art a doing, yet still Remember it:
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for, the carelesse regard of it will encrease both thy sinne and sorrow.
for, the careless regard of it will increase both thy sin and sorrow.
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Esteeme of euery place as Iacob did of Bethell, what he then said, vrge still vpon thy soule, The Lord is here present,
Esteem of every place as Iacob did of Bethell, what he then said, urge still upon thy soul, The Lord is Here present,
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and I was not aware of it. and I was not aware of it.
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Let thy shop be a Bethel, thy chamber a Bethel, thy closet a Bethel; for God is there present.
Let thy shop be a Bethel, thy chamber a Bethel, thy closet a Bethel; for God is there present.
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Oh that this meditation did take place in our hearts, how manie sinnes would it keepe vs from? how conscionably should we walke? how vpright would we be? The chiefe fountaine of all hypocrisie, is eyther ignorance,
O that this meditation did take place in our hearts, how many Sins would it keep us from? how Conscionably should we walk? how upright would we be? The chief fountain of all hypocrisy, is either ignorance,
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or not considering of this diuine propertie of God. And surely, if any thing will banish hypocrisie, this will doe it.
or not considering of this divine property of God. And surely, if any thing will banish hypocrisy, this will do it.
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As many of you therefore as call vpon the name of the Lord, and desire to depart from iniquitie and sinne, remember the vbiquitie of Gods eye.
As many of you Therefore as call upon the name of the Lord, and desire to depart from iniquity and sin, Remember the ubiquity of God's eye.
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A man cannot chuse but be good (sayth Boetius ) who still remembers, that he stands in the presence of the Lord:
A man cannot choose but be good (say Boethius) who still remembers, that he Stands in the presence of the Lord:
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let this meditation then be euer in thy mind, that God is before thee, and behinde thee, without thee,
let this meditation then be ever in thy mind, that God is before thee, and behind thee, without thee,
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and within thee, on thy right hande, and on thy left hand, alwayes neare and neuer farre of:
and within thee, on thy right hand, and on thy left hand, always near and never Far of:
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and so shalt thou walke vprightly. In the next place, this may serue for terror to all such bold presumptuous sinners,
and so shalt thou walk uprightly. In the next place, this may serve for terror to all such bold presumptuous Sinners,
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as dare and do commit sin, albeit they doe remember, that Gods eye seeth them: albeit their consciences cry loud in their eares, that the Lord beholds them.
as Dare and do commit since, albeit they do Remember, that God's eye sees them: albeit their Consciences cry loud in their ears, that the Lord beholds them.
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Doth the very forget •pe••e of Gods eye, increase and aggrauate the sinne? then what doth this,
Does the very forget •pe••e of God's eye, increase and aggravate the sin? then what does this,
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how fearefull is the sin of such, as though they doe remember, the eye of God is on them,
how fearful is the since of such, as though they do Remember, the eye of God is on them,
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yet sleightly regard it, and will not abstaine from their euill doings? I doubt not but the consciences of many, tell them, they haue thus sinned,
yet slightly regard it, and will not abstain from their evil doings? I doubt not but the Consciences of many, tell them, they have thus sinned,
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thus boldly, audaciously, and presumptuously transgressed.
thus boldly, audaciously, and presumptuously transgressed.
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Few will deny that God sees them, and they will say, they know it and remember it too:
Few will deny that God sees them, and they will say, they know it and Remember it too:
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If this be true thou sayest, then the more wretch thou, that darest thus prouoke him to his face,
If this be true thou Sayest, then the more wretch thou, that Darest thus provoke him to his face,
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and as it were, challenge him in the field.
and as it were, challenge him in the field.
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Dost thou not in effect say this? Albeit thou hast forbidden me to doe thus,
Dost thou not in Effect say this? Albeit thou hast forbidden me to do thus,
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or thus, and hast threatned damnation, for the doing of it, yet I will doe it,
or thus, and hast threatened damnation, for the doing of it, yet I will do it,
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though thou lookest on me, I care not for thy eye, I feare not thy threats, I esteeme not of thy iudgements? Oh wretched creature, dust and ashes, wormes-meat, that thou darest be thus bold:
though thou Lookest on me, I care not for thy eye, I Fear not thy Treats, I esteem not of thy Judgments? O wretched creature, dust and Ashes, Wormsmeat, that thou Darest be thus bold:
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Take heed, God will be prouoked: though not easily: he will bee angry, though he be slow to anger;
Take heed, God will be provoked: though not Easily: he will be angry, though he be slow to anger;
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and thou shalt then know, what a fearefull thing it is to fall into the hands of the eternall God.
and thou shalt then know, what a fearful thing it is to fallen into the hands of the Eternal God.
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In the last place, here is matter of humiliation, for the very best amongst vs;
In the last place, Here is matter of humiliation, for the very best among us;
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doth the forgetfulnesse of Gods eye, increase the sinne? then alas, how are our sinnes increased? how many sinnes haue we committed,
does the forgetfulness of God's eye, increase the sin? then alas, how Are our Sins increased? how many Sins have we committed,
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when the eye of God hath bin neuer thought on? Nay, how manie sinnes haue we committed, vnder hope of secrecie? No mans eye hath ouer-looked vs,
when the eye of God hath been never Thought on? Nay, how many Sins have we committed, under hope of secrecy? No men eye hath overlooked us,
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therefore haue we tooke libertie to sinne, and beene bold to doe euill: how horribly haue we abased his glory, and maiestie;
Therefore have we took liberty to sin, and been bold to do evil: how horribly have we abased his glory, and majesty;
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when wee haue not beene ashamed to do that vnder his eye, which our consciences tell vs, wee would not doe;
when we have not been ashamed to do that under his eye, which our Consciences tell us, we would not do;
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nay, wee should haue beene ashamed to haue done, if the eye of the least child had looked on vs? Oh let this humble,
nay, we should have been ashamed to have done, if the eye of the least child had looked on us? O let this humble,
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and in making thy confessions, let not this be forgotten;
and in making thy confessions, let not this be forgotten;
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bring thy soule to a humiliation euen for this, amongst the rest, that God was not remembred.
bring thy soul to a humiliation even for this, among the rest, that God was not remembered.
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In doing of euill, the sight of God was little reckoned of.
In doing of evil, the sighed of God was little reckoned of.
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Let this be put in thy Catalogue of sinnes, and for this very particular, afflict thy soule before him.
Let this be put in thy Catalogue of Sins, and for this very particular, afflict thy soul before him.
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And am no more worthy to be called thy sonne. ] See how he humbleth and abaseth himselfe, euen to the vttermost. And am no more worthy to be called thy son. ] See how he Humbleth and abaseth himself, even to the uttermost.
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I am not worthy to be thy sonne, nay not worthy of the name of a sonne, make me but as a hyred seruant,
I am not worthy to be thy son, nay not worthy of the name of a son, make me but as a hired servant,
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and I shall thinke my selfe most happie. Oh rare humilitie! yet greatly necessarie, because God is good to such.
and I shall think my self most happy. O rare humility! yet greatly necessary, Because God is good to such.
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But, as for the proud, he beholds them a farre off. But to come to the Lesson, and this it is;
But, as for the proud, he beholds them a Far off. But to come to the lesson, and this it is;
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Where there is true Repentance, there is a sight and sence of a mans owne vnworthinesse. Where there is true Repentance, there is a sighed and sense of a men own unworthiness.
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The better repentance, the more humilitie. Before, there was no place in the Family good enough for him;
The better Repentance, the more humility. Before, there was no place in the Family good enough for him;
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now, he thinkes himselfe not good enough for any place in the house.
now, he thinks himself not good enough for any place in the house.
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Thus they that haue their eyes opened, and are truely penitent, will esteeme God to be great, but themselues base.
Thus they that have their eyes opened, and Are truly penitent, will esteem God to be great, but themselves base.
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It was the speech of Abraham, the Father of the faithfull, I am but dust and ashes.
It was the speech of Abraham, the Father of the faithful, I am but dust and Ashes.
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It was the voyce of Iacob, I am not worthie of the least of thy mercies. It was the voice of Iacob, I am not worthy of the least of thy Mercies.
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It was the speech of Dauid, Who am I, O Lord God, and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto? It was the voyce of Gideon, My Fathers house is the least in all Israell.
It was the speech of David, Who am I, Oh Lord God, and what is my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto? It was the voice of gideon, My Father's house is the least in all Israel.
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It was the voyce of Iob, I abhorre my selfe, and repent in dust and ashes.
It was the voice of Job, I abhor my self, and Repent in dust and Ashes.
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It was the voyce of Peter, Depart from mee, Lord, for I am a sinnefull man.
It was the voice of Peter, Depart from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man.
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It was the voyce of Paul, I am not worthie to bee called an Apostle: and that he was the chiefe of all sinners.
It was the voice of Paul, I am not worthy to be called an Apostle: and that he was the chief of all Sinners.
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It was the voyce of the humble Centurion, I am not worthie thou shouldest come vnder my roofe.
It was the voice of the humble Centurion, I am not worthy thou Shouldst come under my roof.
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What shall I need to speake of Ezra, Nehemiah, Daniel, Mary Magdalen, with others;
What shall I need to speak of Ezra, Nehemiah, daniel, Marry Magdalen, with Others;
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who haue been vile and base in their owne eyes, though great in the Lords estimation and sight.
who have been vile and base in their own eyes, though great in the lords estimation and sighed.
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If you goe through the whole booke of God, from the beginning to the end, you shall euer finde, that the fairest Saints haue esteemed themselues to be the foulest sinners.
If you go through the Whole book of God, from the beginning to the end, you shall ever find, that the Fairest Saints have esteemed themselves to be the Foulest Sinners.
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And it stands with good Reason; for the affections must needs follow the temperature of the mind; And it Stands with good Reason; for the affections must needs follow the temperature of the mind;
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so that as the conceit of holinesse and happinesse doth puffe vp a man in pride and presumption;
so that as the conceit of holiness and happiness does puff up a man in pride and presumption;
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so the true sight and sence of his sinfull and wretched estate, must needes cast him downe with shame and sorrow:
so the true sighed and sense of his sinful and wretched estate, must needs cast him down with shame and sorrow:
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as may be seene in the Prophet Esay, when he cryed out;
as may be seen in the Prophet Isaiah, when he cried out;
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Woe is mee, I am vndone, because I am a man of polluted lips, and I dwell in the middest of people of polluted lips. Woe is me, I am undone, Because I am a man of polluted lips, and I dwell in the midst of people of polluted lips.
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Let vs then examine our Repentance by our humilitie.
Let us then examine our Repentance by our humility.
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Hast thou truely repented? then thou art truely humbled, and cast downe with a sight and sence of thy sinnes and transgressions:
Hast thou truly repented? then thou art truly humbled, and cast down with a sighed and sense of thy Sins and transgressions:
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Then thou art vile and base in thine owne eyes and estimation: then art thou poore in spirit, and broken in heart.
Then thou art vile and base in thine own eyes and estimation: then art thou poor in Spirit, and broken in heart.
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And if it be thus with thee, these markes will make it manifest. First, a trembling at Gods Word:
And if it be thus with thee, these marks will make it manifest. First, a trembling At God's Word:
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To this man will I looke, saith the Lord, euen to him that is poore and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my Word. To this man will I look, Says the Lord, even to him that is poor and of a contrite Spirit, and Trembleth At my Word.
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I am not ignorant how some referre this only to the Law; which threateneth, terrifyeth, and denounceth the horrible iudgement of God against sinners;
I am not ignorant how Some refer this only to the Law; which threateneth, terrifyeth, and Denounceth the horrible judgement of God against Sinners;
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but it is to be taken more largely (as Caluin doth) in regard that the faithfull themselues tremble at the Gospell.
but it is to be taken more largely (as Calvin does) in regard that the faithful themselves tremble At the Gospel.
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So then, a trembling at the Word, yea at euerie word of God; So then, a trembling At the Word, yea At every word of God;
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the threatning word, the promising word, the commanding word, is a sound signe of a humbled soule.
the threatening word, the promising word, the commanding word, is a found Signen of a humbled soul.
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First, a trembling at the hearing of Gods threatnings:
First, a trembling At the hearing of God's threatenings:
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When he he heares the menacings of Gods vengeance against sin, there is a kind of inward quaking and feare,
When he he hears the menacings of God's vengeance against since, there is a kind of inward quaking and Fear,
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lest by sinne we should incurre the danger of Gods wrath, and bring on our heads the curse denounced against the breakers of Gods Law.
lest by sin we should incur the danger of God's wrath, and bring on our Heads the curse denounced against the breakers of God's Law.
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Thus Dauid, his flesh trembled for feare of God, and hee was afraid of his iudgements.
Thus David, his Flesh trembled for Fear of God, and he was afraid of his Judgments.
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Thus was it with Habakkuk, His belly trembled, and his lips quiuered at the hearing of the voyce.
Thus was it with Habakkuk, His belly trembled, and his lips quivered At the hearing of the voice.
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Rottennesse entred into his bones, and he trembled in himselfe, that hee might rest in the day of trouble.
Rottenness entered into his bones, and he trembled in himself, that he might rest in the day of trouble.
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Secondly, as they tremble at Gods threatenings, so also at his promises.
Secondly, as they tremble At God's threatenings, so also At his promises.
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The hearing or reading of Gods mercies and promises, begets in the humbled soule an inwa•• feare and quaking;
The hearing or reading of God's Mercies and promises, begets in the humbled soul an inwa•• Fear and quaking;
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lest through vnthankefulnesse and disobedience, hee should depriue himselfe of the vse and fruit of the promise made.
lest through unthankfulness and disobedience, he should deprive himself of the use and fruit of the promise made.
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To this doth the Apostle exhort the Hebrews;
To this does the Apostle exhort the Hebrews;
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Let vs feare lest at any time by forsaking the promise of entring into rest, any of you should seeme to bee depriued. Let us Fear lest At any time by forsaking the promise of entering into rest, any of you should seem to be deprived.
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And let not this seeme strange to any, that a child of God should tremble in hearing of such comfortable Doctrine:
And let not this seem strange to any, that a child of God should tremble in hearing of such comfortable Doctrine:
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that the hearing of Gods mercies and promises, should cause him to feare:
that the hearing of God's Mercies and promises, should cause him to Fear:
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For these two may well stand, and are mixt together in the heart of euery beleeuer.
For these two may well stand, and Are mixed together in the heart of every believer.
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He heares the promises, conceiues the sweetnesse, takes much comfort in them; Hereupon hee feares lest that he by his misdemeanour should misse of such happinesse.
He hears the promises, conceives the sweetness, Takes much Comfort in them; Hereupon he fears lest that he by his misdemeanour should miss of such happiness.
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Thirdly, he trembles at Gods precepts, fearing to transgresse, because of the authoritie of the commandement.
Thirdly, he trembles At God's Precepts, fearing to transgress, Because of the Authority of the Commandment.
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Thus was it with Dauid, Princes haue persecuted mee without a cause, but my heart standeth in awe of thy Word. God had commanded;
Thus was it with David, Princes have persecuted me without a cause, but my heart Stands in awe of thy Word. God had commanded;
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he stands in awe of this command, and will giue obedience. Thus we see one marke of a truely humbled soule, a trembling at Gods word, yea at euerie word; both Threatening, Promising and Inioyning.
he Stands in awe of this command, and will give Obedience. Thus we see one mark of a truly humbled soul, a trembling At God's word, yea At every word; both Threatening, Promising and Enjoining.
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Secondly, if thou art indeed humbled, and hast a base esteeme of thy owne selfe;
Secondly, if thou art indeed humbled, and hast a base esteem of thy own self;
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thou wilt renounce thy owne workes and merits, and disclaime all opinion of thy owne vertues and goodnesse, resting onely on the mercy and fauour of God in Christ Iesus.
thou wilt renounce thy own works and merits, and disclaim all opinion of thy own Virtues and Goodness, resting only on the mercy and favour of God in christ Iesus.
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Thou dost see the imperfections of thy best workes:
Thou dost see the imperfections of thy best works:
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and how thy best righteousnesse is like a menstruous cloath, filth and polluted, and therefore dost not dare to thinke, any thanke due vnto thy selfe for the obteining of any good blessing be it neuer so small. Thirdly;
and how thy best righteousness is like a menstruous cloth, filth and polluted, and Therefore dost not Dare to think, any thank due unto thy self for the obtaining of any good blessing be it never so small. Thirdly;
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if thou hast this humble heart;
if thou hast this humble heart;
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then there wilbe a thankfull acknowledgment of the least fauour or mercy that God doth bestow:
then there will a thankful acknowledgment of the least favour or mercy that God does bestow:
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As a poore man is thankfull for euery farthing, so wilt thou be for euery smale blessing;
As a poor man is thankful for every farthing, so wilt thou be for every small blessing;
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acknowledging it to be infinitely abo•• desert, thou being lesser then the least of Gods mercies.
acknowledging it to be infinitely abo•• desert, thou being lesser then the least of God's Mercies.
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Thou wilt be thankfull for thy health, peace, liberty, yea, for the benefit of the light, vse of thy sences:
Thou wilt be thankful for thy health, peace, liberty, yea, for the benefit of the Light, use of thy Senses:
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for thy going vpon the earth, for thy breathing in the ayre: for the least crum of bread, or drop of water thou doest receiue. for thy going upon the earth, for thy breathing in the air: for the least crumb of bred, or drop of water thou dost receive.
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For thou art not ignorant how vnworthy thou art of the least of these.
For thou art not ignorant how unworthy thou art of the least of these.
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Fourthly if thou hast this contrite and humbled soule, thou art content with Gods seuerest courses: Fourthly if thou hast this contrite and humbled soul, thou art content with God's Severest courses:
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and patiently submittest thy selfe vnto his will. Thou art content to receiue euill at Gods hands as well as good.
and patiently submittest thy self unto his will. Thou art content to receive evil At God's hands as well as good.
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Thus was it with ould Ely, when he heard of the intended iudgement against him and his house.
Thus was it with old Ely, when he herd of the intended judgement against him and his house.
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It is the Lord (said hee) let him doe what seemeth him good. And thus it was with Dauid also. It is the Lord (said he) let him do what seems him good. And thus it was with David also.
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I know ô Lord that thy iudgements are right, and that thou in faithfulnesse hast afflicted mee. So sayth the Church. I know o Lord that thy Judgments Are right, and that thou in faithfulness hast afflicted me. So say the Church.
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I will beare the wrath of the Lord because I haue sinned against him. I will bear the wrath of the Lord Because I have sinned against him.
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So then we see that when we are once throughly humbled vnder the sence of our sinnes, we will patiently submit our selues,
So then we see that when we Are once thoroughly humbled under the sense of our Sins, we will patiently submit our selves,
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vnto the greatest afflictions that God is pleased to lay vpon vs.
unto the greatest afflictions that God is pleased to lay upon us
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Fifthly if thou art thus humbled thou art then teachable, for a broken heart is ready to receiue impression;
Fifthly if thou art thus humbled thou art then teachable, for a broken heart is ready to receive impression;
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but pride is impatient of admonition, it will not be taught;
but pride is impatient of admonition, it will not be taught;
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it is deafe on that eare? The proud Pharisies take it in great scorne, that Christ should reproue them of blindnesse.
it is deaf on that ear? The proud Pharisees take it in great scorn, that christ should reprove them of blindness.
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Proud Zidkiah cannot endure Micaiah his admonition. But let a Prophet deale with a humble Hezekiah, you shall heare him say. Proud Zidkiah cannot endure Micaiah his admonition. But let a Prophet deal with a humble Hezekiah, you shall hear him say.
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Good is the word of the Lord which thou hast spoken. Good is the word of the Lord which thou hast spoken.
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Sixtly and lastly, a humble heart will shew it selfe in a humble carriage towards others, accounting other of Gods seruants better then themselues:
Sixty and lastly, a humble heart will show it self in a humble carriage towards Others, accounting other of God's Servants better then themselves:
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Striuing in giuing honour to goe before others. Striving in giving honour to go before Others.
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It will cause vs patiently to beare iniuries and wrongs, as Dauid by Shemei; God hath bid him cursse.
It will cause us patiently to bear injuries and wrongs, as David by Shimei; God hath bid him curse.
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It will make vs sparing in our censures, & will not suffer vs to disgrace or diminish the gifts of others, as that proud Publican did;
It will make us sparing in our censures, & will not suffer us to disgrace or diminish the Gifts of Others, as that proud Publican did;
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yea we will account it no disgrace to be employed in the meanest seruice, for the good of any of Gods people. And in a word;
yea we will account it no disgrace to be employed in the Meanest service, for the good of any of God's people. And in a word;
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our very lookes and vesture, will make it apparent that we are humble. And thus we haue seene the markes.
our very looks and vesture, will make it apparent that we Are humble. And thus we have seen the marks.
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There wants nothing but a diligent examination, to tell vs whether we haue this humble heart yea or no:
There Wants nothing but a diligent examination, to tell us whither we have this humble heart yea or no:
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& consequently, whether as yet we haue soundly repented.
& consequently, whither as yet we have soundly repented.
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The Lord giue vs hearts to examine our selues, and grant vs his grace, for the better performance of this dutie that wee may not deceiue our selues as we are too too prone,
The Lord give us hearts to examine our selves, and grant us his grace, for the better performance of this duty that we may not deceive our selves as we Are too too prove,
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but that wee may haue a certaine knowledge of the estate of our soules. But in the Second place I must fall from exhorting to lamenting;
but that we may have a certain knowledge of the estate of our Souls. But in the Second place I must fallen from exhorting to lamenting;
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for certainely there is but small store of true repentance vpon the earth, there is so little humilitie:
for Certainly there is but small store of true Repentance upon the earth, there is so little humility:
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the signes we haue giuen, doth apparently shew it.
the Signs we have given, does apparently show it.
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Where is this trembling at Gods worde that formerly we spake of? this quaking at his threatnings, at his promises, at his precepts? how ordinarily are these things heard of without trembling? do not men euen make a mocke at the threatnings? saying the vision is as winde and where is the promise of his comming? are not the promises of the Gospell abused,
Where is this trembling At God's word that formerly we spoke of? this quaking At his threatenings, At his promises, At his Precepts? how ordinarily Are these things herd of without trembling? do not men even make a mock At the threatenings? saying the vision is as wind and where is the promise of his coming? Are not the promises of the Gospel abused,
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and made matter of licentiousnesse? and is not the grace of God turned into wantonnesse, by men of the world? And as for his commaunds who stands in awe of them, who doth yeild to that which God requires;
and made matter of licentiousness? and is not the grace of God turned into wantonness, by men of the world? And as for his commands who Stands in awe of them, who does yield to that which God requires;
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or hearkens to that which the Lord will say? alas men breake the bands, and cast away the yoake; hating to be reformed. or hearkens to that which the Lord will say? alas men break the bans, and cast away the yoke; hating to be reformed.
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And againe, what trusting to mens owne works, what boasting of our owne goodnesse is to be found amongst vs? and how little relying on Gods fauour and mercy? Further what horrible ingratitude doth reigne amongst vs? what deuouring vp Gods blessings? and how little acknowledgement of Gods goodnesse? The Oxe knowes his owner,
And again, what trusting to men's own works, what boasting of our own Goodness is to be found among us? and how little relying on God's favour and mercy? Further what horrible ingratitude does Reign among us? what devouring up God's blessings? and how little acknowledgement of God's Goodness? The Ox knows his owner,
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and the Asse his masters crib. But England doth not know, this people doth not consider. Great blessings are vnderprized;and the Ass his Masters crib. But England does not know, this people does not Consider. Great blessings Are vnderprized;
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but smaller mercies altogether despised, the Gospell and the fruites of it as peace plentie &c. these are vndervallewed and slightly regarded:
but smaller Mercies altogether despised, the Gospel and the fruits of it as peace plenty etc. these Are vndervallewed and slightly regarded:
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and as the Israelites of there Mannah; we thinke basely of it; our peace we grudge our selues:
and as the Israelites of there Manna; we think basely of it; our peace we grudge our selves:
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neuer better times then when more warr say many.
never better times then when more war say many.
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Is this our thankfulnesse to God for this his goodnesse? oh wretches that we are, to be so vnthankfull for so great a blessing.
Is this our thankfulness to God for this his Goodness? o wretches that we Are, to be so unthankful for so great a blessing.
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And as for common mercies how commonly are they neglected? as food, rayment, lodging, preseruation,
And as for Common Mercies how commonly Are they neglected? as food, raiment, lodging, preservation,
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how few are thankfull for these things? We swallow these vp, as the Swine the acornes, not looking vp to the tree;
how few Are thankful for these things? We swallow these up, as the Swine the acorns, not looking up to the tree;
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Scarce blessing our meate we eate.
Scarce blessing our meat we eat.
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And why? oh these are but ordinary? and are they ordinary, the more haue we to answere for our vnthankfulnesse.
And why? o these Are but ordinary? and Are they ordinary, the more have we to answer for our unthankfulness.
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For Gods goodnesse is the greater, in that he continues these vnto vs, albeit we daily make forfeiture of them by our sinning.
For God's Goodness is the greater, in that he continues these unto us, albeit we daily make forfeiture of them by our sinning.
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And so for other blessings both priuatiue; (as keepeing vs from diseases, sauing vs from dangers, keepeing vs & ours euery night from fyer, from robbers, from ruin) as also positiue, in giuing of vs life, health, strength of body, vse of the sences, in feeding vs leading vs in our going in and out, refreshing vs with sleepe euery night, our great vnthankfullnesse for these good blessings, plainly sheweth that humility is wanting.
And so for other blessings both privative; (as keeping us from diseases, Saving us from dangers, keeping us & ours every night from fire, from robbers, from ruin) as also positive, in giving of us life, health, strength of body, use of the Senses, in feeding us leading us in our going in and out, refreshing us with sleep every night, our great unthankfulness for these good blessings, plainly shows that humility is wanting.
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Besides how wonderfull impatient are we vnder Gods correcting hand, what murmuring, complaining, repining, against God and his proceedings;
Beside how wonderful impatient Are we under God's correcting hand, what murmuring, complaining, repining, against God and his proceedings;
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when any losse befalls vs, or other crosse lies on vs? We are content to receiue good from him,
when any loss befalls us, or other cross lies on us? We Are content to receive good from him,
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but euill by no meanes can we endure.
but evil by no means can we endure.
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In the day of trouble our spirits are as short as Iehorams was, Behold this euill commeth from the Lord wherefore should I attend on the Lord any longer.
In the day of trouble our spirits Are as short as Iehorams was, Behold this evil comes from the Lord Wherefore should I attend on the Lord any longer.
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Oh our impatience, our impatience, I say when gods hand is on vs, our murmuring and grudging against Gods proceedings, our freting in the day of our tribulation,
O our impatience, our impatience, I say when God's hand is on us, our murmuring and grudging against God's proceedings, our fretting in the day of our tribulation,
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as if some iniurie or wrong was done vs, doth euidently testifie wee are farre from this humility of spirit.
as if Some injury or wrong was done us, does evidently testify we Are Far from this humility of Spirit.
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Moreouer, how impatient are wee of admonition? How doe we swell when we are told of our faults? What a disgrace doe we hold it to be told of our duties,
Moreover, how impatient Are we of admonition? How do we swell when we Are told of our Faults? What a disgrace do we hold it to be told of our duties,
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though in neuer so humble and submissiue a manner? Yea, though it be by the mouth of God,
though in never so humble and submissive a manner? Yea, though it be by the Mouth of God,
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or Nathan. Yet what a spirit of contradiction do we manifestly shew, returning reproofe for reproofe, rebuke for rebuke.
or Nathan. Yet what a Spirit of contradiction do we manifestly show, returning reproof for reproof, rebuke for rebuke.
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If wee should see one that is dangerously sicke, instead of taking a potion prescribed, fling it in the Physitians face, we would pittie his estate, and thinke it desperate.
If we should see one that is dangerously sick, instead of taking a potion prescribed, fling it in the Physicians face, we would pity his estate, and think it desperate.
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The case of such is little better, that doe cast a reproofe into his face againe that giues it.
The case of such is little better, that do cast a reproof into his face again that gives it.
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Doth not this shew our hearts are haughty, voyd of all true humility and meekenes? And lastly, (in a word) doth not our carriage and behauiour towards others condemne vs? What condemning of others,
Does not this show our hearts Are haughty, void of all true humility and meekness? And lastly, (in a word) does not our carriage and behaviour towards Others condemn us? What condemning of Others,
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and iustifying of our selues? What censuring and iudging of our brethrens infirmities? Doe not these argue haughtinesse of spirit? And doe not our proude speaches, countenances, goings,
and justifying of our selves? What censuring and judging of our Brothers' infirmities? Do not these argue haughtiness of Spirit? And do not our proud Speeches, countenances, goings,
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and apparell signifie a vaine and proude heart? If all these testifie against vs, where is then repentance? the counterfeit of it may euery where be had,
and apparel signify a vain and proud heart? If all these testify against us, where is then Repentance? the counterfeit of it may every where be had,
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but the true grace indeede is rare to be found.
but the true grace indeed is rare to be found.
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Oh! what cause haue Gods children to runne to the gap? what need haue we all to fly vnto the Lord,
Oh! what cause have God's children to run to the gap? what need have we all to fly unto the Lord,
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for there is aboundance of sinne in euery place and corner; but little repentance the Lord hee knoweth.
for there is abundance of sin in every place and corner; but little Repentance the Lord he Knoweth.
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You therefore that feare the Lord call vpon him: you that haue any interest in the Lord, pray vnto him:
You Therefore that Fear the Lord call upon him: you that have any Interest in the Lord, pray unto him:
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downe at morning, downe at euening, giue him no rest vntill hee haue sheathed vp his sword, which hee hath drawne out and is now a furbushing and making ready for the battell, with which hee will shortly strike,
down At morning, down At evening, give him no rest until he have sheathed up his sword, which he hath drawn out and is now a furbishing and making ready for the battle, with which he will shortly strike,
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if the prayers of Gods children doe not hold his hands.
if the Prayers of God's children do not hold his hands.
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Thirdly, this may serue for terrour to all such, who as yet haue not this meane and base estimation of themselues.
Thirdly, this may serve for terror to all such, who as yet have not this mean and base estimation of themselves.
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Let all such know they are voide of grace: I haue God, word for my warrant.
Let all such know they Are void of grace: I have God, word for my warrant.
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Behold (saith the Prophet) his soule which is lifted vp, is not vpright within him. Behold (Says the Prophet) his soul which is lifted up, is not upright within him.
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All those that are voide of humility are far from vprightnes: The higher the Sunne is, the shorter is the shadowe;
All those that Are void of humility Are Far from uprightness: The higher the Sun is, the shorter is the shadow;
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the more grace, the lesse conceit: The emptiest vessell euer sounds lowdest, and the fuller the baser.
the more grace, the less conceit: The emptiest vessel ever sounds Loudest, and the fuller the baser.
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Wood that in burning yeeldes the greatest smoake, doth commonly giue the smallest heate. Those bowes which are most laden with fruite;
Wood that in burning yields the greatest smoke, does commonly give the Smallest heat. Those bows which Are most laden with fruit;
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those eares which are fullest of Corne, doe euer bend downeward; when the barren bowe, and emptie eare stands vpright:
those ears which Are Fullest of Corn, do ever bend downward; when the barren bow, and empty ear Stands upright:
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So those that are emptiest of grace, euermore make the greatest ostentation and cracke most of their owne goodnesse.
So those that Are emptiest of grace, evermore make the greatest ostentation and Crac most of their own Goodness.
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But of this I shall haue occasion to speake more hereafter.
But of this I shall have occasion to speak more hereafter.
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Lastly, this may comfort such as are thus meane and base in their owne eyes, who cry out with that holy Patriarch, They are lesse then the least of Gods mercies and fauours.
Lastly, this may Comfort such as Are thus mean and base in their own eyes, who cry out with that holy Patriarch, They Are less then the least of God's Mercies and favours.
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And with blessed S. Paul, They are the worst of all sinners, who vpon diligent search find in them the former markes and signes of true humilitie; let such comfort themselues.
And with blessed S. Paul, They Are the worst of all Sinners, who upon diligent search find in them the former marks and Signs of true humility; let such Comfort themselves.
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This is a great argument of sound grace; It is an euident testimonie of sound repentance, and of Gods fauour;
This is a great argument of found grace; It is an evident testimony of found Repentance, and of God's favour;
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and certaine it is, and therefore hold it for a truth, the viler and baser thou art in thy owne esteeme, the more deare and pretious thou art in the eyes of the Lord.
and certain it is, and Therefore hold it for a truth, the Viler and baser thou art in thy own esteem, the more deer and precious thou art in the eyes of the Lord.
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Make me as one of thy hyred Seruants. ] As if he should haue said, I dare not;Make me as one of thy hired Servants. ] As if he should have said, I Dare not;
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I doe not make sute to be as before I was, a sonne:
I do not make suit to be as before I was, a son:
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I am vnworthy of such fauour, yet vouchsafe me that fauour that I may belong vnto thee:
I am unworthy of such favour, yet vouchsafe me that favour that I may belong unto thee:
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and although I am not worthy to be called a Sonne, yet vouchsafe me to be a hanger on;
and although I am not worthy to be called a Son, yet vouchsafe me to be a hanger on;
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let mee haue a roome and seruice in thy house, though it be amongst the companie of thy hyred seruants.
let me have a room and service in thy house, though it be among the company of thy hired Servants.
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Here wee see the case is altered; while hee was in the house no place was good enough for him;
Here we see the case is altered; while he was in the house no place was good enough for him;
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but now that he hath been a while in a farre Countrey, and wanted of that bread which his Fathers seruants had, he doth desire to be in the basest office. This teacheth vs this lesson.
but now that he hath been a while in a Far Country, and wanted of that bred which his Father's Servants had, he does desire to be in the Basest office. This Teaches us this Lesson.
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Gods blessings are better knowne, and more esteemed by the wanting of them, then by their enioying. God's blessings Are better known, and more esteemed by the wanting of them, then by their enjoying.
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The worth and value of Gods good blessings are not knowne till we be without them.
The worth and valve of God's good blessings Are not known till we be without them.
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This vision was precious in the daies of Ely, when that was wanting.
This vision was precious in the days of Ely, when that was wanting.
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And the Prophet Isay telleth the people of Israel, that the blessings of the Lord should be excellent and pleasant to them,
And the Prophet Saiah Telleth the people of Israel, that the blessings of the Lord should be excellent and pleasant to them,
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after they had beene pinched with the want thereof, in their captiuitie, yea, the bud shall then be beautifull, &c.After they had been pinched with the want thereof, in their captivity, yea, the bud shall then be beautiful, etc.
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The vse of this (in a word) is to teach vs to esteeme more of the good blessings wee receiue from God, and beware of vnder-valuing them,
The use of this (in a word) is to teach us to esteem more of the good blessings we receive from God, and beware of under-valving them,
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least wee giue the Lord occasion to depriue vs of them.
lest we give the Lord occasion to deprive us of them.
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These common blessings of the shining of the Sunne, breathing in the ayre, meat, drinke, preseruation in our going out, in our comming in, vse of the sences, strength of body,
These Common blessings of the shining of the Sun, breathing in the air, meat, drink, preservation in our going out, in our coming in, use of the Senses, strength of body,
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and the like, let them be more esteemed of thee: alas, consider how miserable thou art without these!
and the like, let them be more esteemed of thee: alas, Consider how miserable thou art without these!
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The Lord is f•ine (so great is his mercy, and our corruption) to depriue his children of many of these good blessings, till they know the price and worth of them;
The Lord is f•ine (so great is his mercy, and our corruption) to deprive his children of many of these good blessings, till they know the price and worth of them;
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and in their restraint make them enioy the smallest blessing more thankefully and comfortably.
and in their restraint make them enjoy the Smallest blessing more thankfully and comfortably.
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Hunger is good sauce, and giueth good rellish and taste to course meates, and homely fare,
Hunger is good sauce, and gives good relish and taste to course Meats, and homely fare,
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when for want hereof daintie dishes are but contemned.
when for want hereof dainty Dishes Are but contemned.
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Should the Lord depriue thee of thy health, strength, sence, sleepe, then wouldst thou see what a benefit thou hast enioyed.
Should the Lord deprive thee of thy health, strength, sense, sleep, then Wouldst thou see what a benefit thou hast enjoyed.
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Bewaile therefore thy owne corruption in this kinde, and pray for this wisedome, that thou mayst rather know the worth of Gods blessings by the enioying,
Bewail Therefore thy own corruption in this kind, and pray for this Wisdom, that thou Mayest rather know the worth of God's blessings by the enjoying,
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then by the wanting of them.
then by the wanting of them.
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And he arose, and came to his Father, &c. ] This Prodigall now puts in practise, what formerly hee had resolued to doe. As resolued to arise:And he arose, and Come to his Father, etc. ] This Prodigal now puts in practice, what formerly he had resolved to do. As resolved to arise:
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So, he arose. In this his practise wee must consider; First, what he did; Secondly, what he said. For the first;
So, he arose. In this his practice we must Consider; First, what he did; Secondly, what he said. For the First;
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the Text saith, Hee arose, and came vnto his Father. Where we haue first the parts of his repentance;
the Text Says, He arose, and Come unto his Father. Where we have First the parts of his Repentance;
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which are two, Auersion from his sinne, [ He arose. ] Secondly, Conuersion, to his God, And came vnto his Father.
which Are two, Aversion from his sin, [ He arose. ] Secondly, Conversion, to his God, And Come unto his Father.
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Secondly, We haue to consider the circumstance of time when he did it, which is implied in this word [ And, or, So, ] that is immediately, hee deferred no time,
Secondly, We have to Consider the circumstance of time when he did it, which is implied in this word [ And, or, So, ] that is immediately, he deferred no time,
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but presently put in execution what was before but in purpose and resolution. Something in generall from the dependance, before I come to the specials.
but presently put in execution what was before but in purpose and resolution. Something in general from the dependence, before I come to the specials.
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In the former verse we heard his purpose, in this verse we see his practise. Hence learne: In the former verse we herd his purpose, in this verse we see his practice. Hence Learn:
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Where there is true repentence, there is not onely a purpose in the heart, but a holy endeauour and practise in the life. Where there is true Repentance, there is not only a purpose in the heart, but a holy endeavour and practise in the life.
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The true penitent doth not onely purpose to leaue sinne: but also doth put in practise what formerly he hath purposed.
The true penitent does not only purpose to leave sin: but also does put in practice what formerly he hath purposed.
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This may bee confirmed by many examples in Scripture. Dauid resolued to confesse his sinne; and he was as good in practise, as he was in purpose.
This may be confirmed by many Examples in Scripture. David resolved to confess his sin; and he was as good in practice, as he was in purpose.
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Then I acknowledged my sinne vnto thee, neither hid I my iniquitie: Then I acknowledged my sin unto thee, neither hid I my iniquity:
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For I thought, I will confesse against my selfe, my wickednesse vnto the Lord, and thou forgauest the punishment of my sinne. For I Thought, I will confess against my self, my wickedness unto the Lord, and thou forgavest the punishment of my sin.
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So also in another place, he thus saith, I haue considered my waies, and turned my feete into thy testimonies.
So also in Another place, he thus Says, I have considered my ways, and turned my feet into thy testimonies.
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He did not onely consider and determine, but performe and doe. Because they haue the same arguments for the one, which they haue for the other.
He did not only Consider and determine, but perform and do. Because they have the same Arguments for the one, which they have for the other.
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What stronger argument can bee brought for resolution in heart, then can bee brought for action in life? Surely the same reasons that we haue to mooue vs to resolue well, the same (if not better) we haue to moou• vs to doe well.
What Stronger argument can be brought for resolution in heart, then can be brought for actium in life? Surely the same Reasons that we have to move us to resolve well, the same (if not better) we have to moou• us to do well.
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Secondly, The s••e spirit which worketh in vs the will, worketh in vs th• deed also;
Secondly, The s••e Spirit which works in us the will, works in us th• deed also;
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and it is as well able to worke the one, as it is to worke the other. and it is as well able to work the one, as it is to work the other.
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First, Let this serue to reprooue the folly of such, as rest themselues contented with their faint purposes, perswading themselues they haue truely repented,
First, Let this serve to reprove the folly of such, as rest themselves contented with their faint Purposes, persuading themselves they have truly repented,
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and would haue others also to bee so perswaded, though no reformation follow hereupon.
and would have Others also to be so persuaded, though no Reformation follow hereupon.
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Many there are who while they are hearing of the word, seeme very much to be mooued with the promises or threatnings;
Many there Are who while they Are hearing of the word, seem very much to be moved with the promises or threatenings;
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insomuch that their sins which they heare to be reprooued, for the present they purpose to forsake,
insomuch that their Sins which they hear to be reproved, for the present they purpose to forsake,
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& the duties they heare commanded they haue some desire to performe;
& the duties they hear commanded they have Some desire to perform;
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and with Agrippa, they are almost perswaded to be Christians. They are almost perswaded to take better courses: But there they rest.
and with Agrippa, they Are almost persuaded to be Christians. They Are almost persuaded to take better courses: But there they rest.
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Many there are also, who when the hand of God is vpon them by losses, or sicknesse, or such like visitation;
Many there Are also, who when the hand of God is upon them by losses, or sickness, or such like Visitation;
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they purpose and promise great reformation:
they purpose and promise great Reformation:
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but when Gods rod is remooued, and his hand taken away, they are as bad as euer they were:
but when God's rod is removed, and his hand taken away, they Are as bad as ever they were:
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so that wee may say of them, as the wise man by shearing his Hogs, Here is a great deale of cry, but a little wooll.
so that we may say of them, as the wise man by shearing his Hogs, Here is a great deal of cry, but a little wool.
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Here is a great deale of purpose, but a little practise, aboundance of resolution, but small store of action.
Here is a great deal of purpose, but a little practice, abundance of resolution, but small store of actium.
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And herein they deale with the Lord as the people of Israel did, who when God brought any calamity vpon them, they presently returned and sought God earely.
And herein they deal with the Lord as the people of Israel did, who when God brought any calamity upon them, they presently returned and sought God early.
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But (as the Text saith) they flattered him with their mouth, and dissembled with him with their tongue. But (as the Text Says) they flattered him with their Mouth, and dissembled with him with their tongue.
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Thus many there are who make many good profers of comming forth of their sinnes:
Thus many there Are who make many good proffers of coming forth of their Sins:
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but (alas!) they presently recoile like Zarah in Thamars wombe, and Perez steps forth.
but (alas!) they presently recoil like Zerah in Thamars womb, and Perez steps forth.
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These passions the Prophet compares to the morning dew, which is soone dryed vp with the heat of the Sunne,
These passion the Prophet compares to the morning due, which is soon dried up with the heat of the Sun,
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as if it had neuer beene: Of such a nature are all these qualmes that many haue, they soone passe away, and are of no continuance.
as if it had never been: Of such a nature Are all these qualms that many have, they soon pass away, and Are of no Continuance.
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It is true indeed good motions are to be respected, but if they bring not forth good actions,
It is true indeed good motions Are to be respected, but if they bring not forth good actions,
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and if there follow not good endeauours, they are no other then such as may be in the very wicked and reprobate;
and if there follow not good endeavours, they Are no other then such as may be in the very wicked and Reprobate;
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many haue gone as farre as this, who are now in torments. Many as good resolutions as thou hast any, are now in hell;
many have gone as Far as this, who Are now in torments. Many as good resolutions as thou hast any, Are now in hell;
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many who are of olde ordained to condemnation, haue beene Sermon-sicke, as well as thee; haue resolued to leaue sinne as well as thee;
many who Are of old ordained to condemnation, have been Sermon sick, as well as thee; have resolved to leave sin as well as thee;
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and wilt thou then rest in this? Pharaoh can sometimes cry out, I haue sinned. The Lord is righteous, and I am wicked.
and wilt thou then rest in this? Pharaoh can sometime cry out, I have sinned. The Lord is righteous, and I am wicked.
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Saul in a passion will confesse to Dauid, Oh my Sonne Dauid, thou art more righteous then I. Nebucadnezer in his fits can purpose well, when he seeth the excellent propheticall spirit of Daniel in interpreting his dreame, he is then so affected, That Daniels God is the only true God: Saul in a passion will confess to David, O my Son David, thou art more righteous then I. Nebuchadnezzar in his fits can purpose well, when he sees the excellent prophetical Spirit of daniel in interpreting his dream, he is then so affected, That Daniel's God is the only true God:
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a God of Gods and Lord of Kings, and a reuealer of secrets. a God of God's and Lord of Kings, and a revealer of secrets.
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But alas this motion lasted not long, for a while after his idoll must be worshiped on paine of death as the story shewes.
But alas this motion lasted not long, for a while After his idol must be worshipped on pain of death as the story shows.
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And after this, the sight of the miracle in the three childrens deliuery did so wonderfully affect him, And After this, the sighed of the miracle in the three Children's delivery did so wonderfully affect him,
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as that it did wring from him the acknowledgment of the true God; and caused him to make a decree.
as that it did wring from him the acknowledgment of the true God; and caused him to make a Decree.
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That euery people, nation, and language: That every people, Nation, and language:
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which spake any thing amisse, against the God of Shadrach Meshach and Ab•dnego, should be cut in pe•ces and there houses made a dunghill,
which spoke any thing amiss, against the God of Shadrach Meshach and Ab•dnego, should be Cut in pe•ces and there houses made a dunghill,
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because there was no other God that could deliuer after that sort. Because there was no other God that could deliver After that sort.
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Yet for all this not long after you may see him letting it in his pallace, Yet for all this not long After you may see him letting it in his palace,
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and as proudly as euer aduancing himselfe aboue the Lord.
and as proudly as ever advancing himself above the Lord.
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Rest not therefore in these purposes and passions, which thou seest are in very wicked men and hipocrites.
Rest not Therefore in these Purposes and passion, which thou See Are in very wicked men and Hypocrites.
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Doe not thinke thou hast truly repented because thou hast had a purpose to forsake thy sinne, no, know it for a truth thy repentance is not true,
Do not think thou hast truly repented Because thou hast had a purpose to forsake thy sin, no, know it for a truth thy Repentance is not true,
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vnlesse these motions and purposes conceiued, bring forth good actions in life to be practised.
unless these motions and Purposes conceived, bring forth good actions in life to be practised.
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In the next place, let this serue to vrge a former point deliuered, viz. that we bring good motions vnto perfection,
In the next place, let this serve to urge a former point Delivered, viz. that we bring good motions unto perfection,
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and not suffer those good resolutions, which God hath put into our hearts to die, but euer proceede from purpose to practise:
and not suffer those good resolutions, which God hath put into our hearts to die, but ever proceed from purpose to practise:
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would wishing and purposing serue the turne, Baalam would haue bin in heauen long agoe: I tell you, hell will be full of good intents, but heauen of good actions;
would wishing and purposing serve the turn, Balaam would have been in heaven long ago: I tell you, hell will be full of good intents, but heaven of good actions;
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thou, therefore who wouldst haue any comfort to thy soule and conscience in thy repentance, euer ioyne these two together, resoluing and doing, when euer Gods spirit hath put into thy heart any good motion, follow it hard vntill thou bringest it to perfection,
thou, Therefore who Wouldst have any Comfort to thy soul and conscience in thy Repentance, ever join these two together, resolving and doing, when ever God's Spirit hath put into thy heart any good motion, follow it hard until thou bringest it to perfection,
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and then thou shalt be blessed in thy deed; imitate this prodigall, what thou resoluest to doe, doe.
and then thou shalt be blessed in thy deed; imitate this prodigal, what thou resolvest to do, do.
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As thou sayst thou wilt confesse so confesse, as thou resoluest to returne so returne;
As thou Sayest thou wilt confess so confess, as thou resolvest to return so return;
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let it not be said of thee, as of that foolish builder, this man began to build,
let it not be said of thee, as of that foolish builder, this man began to built,
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and was not able to finish. To lay a foundation, and not build higher is but ridiculous; and was not able to finish. To lay a Foundation, and not built higher is but ridiculous;
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resolution without practise is no better. Make not thy selfe ridiculous both to God and man:resolution without practice is no better. Make not thy self ridiculous both to God and man:
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we all loue lasting stuffe in a suite, we cannot away with that horse that will tyre;
we all love lasting stuff in a suit, we cannot away with that horse that will tyre;
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and can God like such as do not continue? he cannot doe it.
and can God like such as do not continue? he cannot do it.
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But some may demaund, What good meanes are to be vsed, for the bringing these good motions to perfection? which is no easie matter, the Deuill being readie to steale euery good motion out of our hearts,
But Some may demand, What good means Are to be used, for the bringing these good motions to perfection? which is no easy matter, the devil being ready to steal every good motion out of our hearts,
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& our owne corruption to extinguish it, before we can bring it forth into actions. For the attaining to this, let these rules be practised;
& our own corruption to extinguish it, before we can bring it forth into actions. For the attaining to this, let these rules be practised;
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First, resolue vpon a good ground, build thy resolution on a strong foundation:
First, resolve upon a good ground, built thy resolution on a strong Foundation:
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if thou resoluest to leaue any sinne, consider well the absolute necessitie of forsaking of it, the daunger it will bring if it be continued in, both in this life, and another:
if thou resolvest to leave any sin, Consider well the absolute necessity of forsaking of it, the danger it will bring if it be continued in, both in this life, and Another:
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the impossibilitie of obtaining heauen, without repentance for it, and the like, and so also for doing of any good dutie, build thy resolution on a good foundation, that in time of triall and temptation, thou maist stand fast.
the impossibility of obtaining heaven, without Repentance for it, and the like, and so also for doing of any good duty, built thy resolution on a good Foundation, that in time of trial and temptation, thou Mayest stand fast.
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And surely, here is the reason so many good purposes vanish away, like the morning cloud,
And surely, Here is the reason so many good Purposes vanish away, like the morning cloud,
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and come to nothing, because they doe not seriously consider the absolute necessitie of doing, or leauing vndone, that which they resolue on.
and come to nothing, Because they do not seriously Consider the absolute necessity of doing, or leaving undone, that which they resolve on.
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Secondly, adde to thy determination earnest prayer, and supplication: Secondly, add to thy determination earnest prayer, and supplication:
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hast thou any good motion, and doth it come thus farre as to a holy resolution, to leaue such or such a sinne:
hast thou any good motion, and does it come thus Far as to a holy resolution, to leave such or such a sin:
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or doe this or that good dutie, then second it with a petition, lift vp thy heart vnto the Lord, and cal for grace.
or do this or that good duty, then second it with a petition, lift up thy heart unto the Lord, and call for grace.
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Thus Dauid prayed in the behalfe of the people, when he saw them so well disposed in their chearefull offering to the Temple, O Lord God of Abraham, Isaac,
Thus David prayed in the behalf of the people, when he saw them so well disposed in their cheerful offering to the Temple, Oh Lord God of Abraham, Isaac,
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and of Israel our Fathers, keepe this for euer in the imagination, of the thoughts of the heart of thy people. and of Israel our Father's, keep this for ever in the imagination, of the thoughts of the heart of thy people.
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As he did in their behalfe, so doe thou in thy owne, Lord keepe this for euer in the imagination of the thought of the heart of thy seruant:
As he did in their behalf, so do thou in thy own, Lord keep this for ever in the imagination of the Thought of the heart of thy servant:
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it is thou Lord who hast wrought in me the will, be thou pleased also to worke in me the deed:
it is thou Lord who hast wrought in me the will, be thou pleased also to work in me the deed:
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oh suffer not this my resolution to die, but giue grace to practise what I haue now resolued. o suffer not this my resolution to die, but give grace to practise what I have now resolved.
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Thus be thou earnest with him, and call vpon his name, for be thou assured, thy best resolution will proue but a vanishing motion,
Thus be thou earnest with him, and call upon his name, for be thou assured, thy best resolution will prove but a vanishing motion,
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vnlesse thou be strengthened with grace from aboue. A third meanes is speedy execution: delay not but speedily put in practise:
unless thou be strengthened with grace from above. A third means is speedy execution: Delay not but speedily put in practice:
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before the yron coole it is good striking;
before the iron cool it is good striking;
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and while the waxe is pliable, it is good setting on the seale, and therefore what Solomon exhorteth in the case of vowes, is generally to be practised in all holy purposes and motions, be not slacke to performe them.
and while the wax is pliable, it is good setting on the seal, and Therefore what Solomon exhorteth in the case of vows, is generally to be practised in all holy Purposes and motions, be not slack to perform them.
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They that know themselues, know how fickle and vnconstant their hearts are:
They that know themselves, know how fickle and unconstant their hearts Are:
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now as we would deale with a variable and vnconstant man, so let vs deale with these hearts of ours;
now as we would deal with a variable and unconstant man, so let us deal with these hearts of ours;
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we would take such a one at his word, and lay hold of the opportunitie,
we would take such a one At his word, and lay hold of the opportunity,
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when we finde him in a good vaine, least within a short space he alter his minde.
when we find him in a good vain, lest within a short Molle he altar his mind.
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Our hearts are farre more variable and vnconstant then any man is or can be, let vs then learne this wisedome, presently to lay holde of euery good motion,
Our hearts Are Far more variable and unconstant then any man is or can be, let us then Learn this Wisdom, presently to lay hold of every good motion,
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and put it in practise, doe not stand debating the matter, when God putteth any good thought into thy heart,
and put it in practice, do not stand debating the matter, when God putteth any good Thought into thy heart,
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or raiseth vp any good purpose, or desire within thee, but presently proceed to execution: make no long tarrying before thou doest put them in action;
or Raiseth up any good purpose, or desire within thee, but presently proceed to execution: make no long tarrying before thou dost put them in actium;
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there are many, who haue beene much affected in hearing of the Word, and haue resolued to leaue such a sinne,
there Are many, who have been much affected in hearing of the Word, and have resolved to leave such a sin,
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or do such a dutie, and put in practise what he hath heard, but by reason of their deferring vntill the next day,
or do such a duty, and put in practice what he hath herd, but by reason of their deferring until the next day,
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or such a time, those motions die, and purposes vanish, and come to nothing, and therefore let this be amended of all you that would be constant,
or such a time, those motions die, and Purposes vanish, and come to nothing, and Therefore let this be amended of all you that would be constant,
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and let this rule, with the rest, be carefully obserued, of al you who desire to be as good in action,
and let this Rule, with the rest, be carefully observed, of all you who desire to be as good in actium,
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as you are in purpose and affection, and so by Gods grace, and helpe (without which all is vnprofitable) you shall see much benefit and profit come hereby.
as you Are in purpose and affection, and so by God's grace, and help (without which all is unprofitable) you shall see much benefit and profit come hereby.
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Thus much for the coherence and dependance which this verse hath with the former, he puts in practise what there, he did but purpose.
Thus much for the coherence and dependence which this verse hath with the former, he puts in practice what there, he did but purpose.
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Now to come nigher to the words of this verse, wherein we see what this Prodigall did, he ariseth and goeth to his Father:
Now to come nigher to the words of this verse, wherein we see what this Prodigal did, he arises and Goes to his Father:
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he leaueth his sinne, and turneth to his God.
he Leaveth his sin, and turns to his God.
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Secondly, the circumstance of time, when hee did this, which is implied in this particle And, or So, that is presently vpon his resolution, he did not debate any longer vpon the matter,
Secondly, the circumstance of time, when he did this, which is implied in this particle And, or So, that is presently upon his resolution, he did not debate any longer upon the matter,
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but forthwith rose vp and went his way. He arose and came to his father.
but forthwith rose up and went his Way. He arose and Come to his father.
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] His arising is nothing else, but his leauing of sinne (as formerly we haue heard) and his comming to his Father, is his turning to the Lord. ] His arising is nothing Else, but his leaving of sin (as formerly we have herd) and his coming to his Father, is his turning to the Lord.
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So then here we haue the parts of true repentance layd downe, which are in number two, So then Here we have the parts of true Repentance laid down, which Are in number two,
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first, Auersion from sinne: secondly, Conuersion to God. First, we might obserue this generall Doctrine; That true repentance consists of two parts, viz. Leauing of sinne, and turning to God:
First, Aversion from sin: secondly, Conversion to God. First, we might observe this general Doctrine; That true Repentance consists of two parts, viz. Leaving of sin, and turning to God:
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According to that of Dauid, Eschew euill, and doe good. And that of Esay, Cease to doe euill, and learne to doe well.
According to that of David, Eschew evil, and do good. And that of Isaiah, Cease to do evil, and Learn to do well.
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And that of the Apostle, Put off the old man, which is corrupt, &c. And put ye on the new man, which after God is created in righteousnesse, and true holinesse.
And that of the Apostle, Put off the old man, which is corrupt, etc. And put you on the new man, which After God is created in righteousness, and true holiness.
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And I might from hence take occasion soundly to lesson such, as thinke true Repentance to consist onely in a forsaking of some euill,
And I might from hence take occasion soundly to Lesson such, as think true Repentance to consist only in a forsaking of Some evil,
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and abstaining, from some grosse sinnes;
and abstaining, from Some gross Sins;
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how often do we heare this Apollogie made? when other reasons are wanting to proue the soundnes of repentance? I am neither whore, nor theife, nor murtherer.
how often do we hear this Apology made? when other Reasons Are wanting to prove the soundness of Repentance? I am neither whore, nor thief, nor murderer.
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Well and what then, this may be true, yet thou mayst be a Reprobate:
Well and what then, this may be true, yet thou Mayest be a Reprobate:
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He that goeth no further, goeth but halfe way to heauen at the most, and hee that rests in the mid-way, is like neuer to come thither:
He that Goes no further, Goes but half Way to heaven At the most, and he that rests in the midway, is like never to come thither:
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what shall I say to thee, to speake as fauourably as I can, thou art but halfe loyall,
what shall I say to thee, to speak as favourably as I can, thou art but half loyal,
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and is such a one a good subiect? thou art but halfe a sonne, and therefore a bastard;
and is such a one a good Subject? thou art but half a son, and Therefore a bastard;
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thou art but halfe hot, and therefore luke-warme.
thou art but half hight, and Therefore lukewarm.
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What then canst thou looke for, but to be spewed out of GODS mouth, as loathsome and vnsauoury vnto his stomach? Thinke of this, oh you ciuill honest men!
What then Canst thou look for, but to be spewed out of GOD'S Mouth, as loathsome and unsavoury unto his stomach? Think of this, o you civil honest men!
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who blesse your selues in your ciuill carriage;
who bless your selves in your civil carriage;
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you doe no man wrong, you oppresse none, you haue tooke no mans oxe, nor asse ▪ This may be,
you do no man wrong, you oppress none, you have took no men ox, nor Ass ▪ This may be,
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yet know this can be no good argument, to proue thou hast repented: many goe thus farre, who are of olde ordeined to this condemnation:
yet know this can be no good argument, to prove thou hast repented: many go thus Far, who Are of old ordained to this condemnation:
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thinke of the Parable of the talents, there thou shalt finde that the seruant which gaue God his owne, did not escape hell, cast you that vnprofitable seruant, into vtter darkenesse, there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
think of the Parable of the Talents, there thou shalt find that the servant which gave God his own, did not escape hell, cast you that unprofitable servant, into utter darkness, there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
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Behold here though thou giuest God his owne, yet that will not saue thy soule;
Behold Here though thou givest God his own, yet that will not save thy soul;
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couldest thou say thus vnto the Lord, behold Lord here is my talent, I haue not spent it, here is my time, thou didst lend me,
Couldst thou say thus unto the Lord, behold Lord Here is my talon, I have not spent it, Here is my time, thou didst lend me,
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while I was vpon the earth, be it 40. or 50. yeares, or more or lesse, here it is;
while I was upon the earth, be it 40. or 50. Years, or more or less, Here it is;
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in all this time, I haue not swore one oath, nor spoke a word that might tend to thy dishonor:
in all this time, I have not swore one oath, nor spoke a word that might tend to thy dishonour:
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not an idle word hath passed from betweene my lips;
not an idle word hath passed from between my lips;
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here is also my substance, not one penny wastfully spent, on my owne lusts or pleasures, take Lord thy owne, there it is, couldest thou say thus? which alas, thou canst not,
Here is also my substance, not one penny wastefully spent, on my own Lustiest or pleasures, take Lord thy own, there it is, Couldst thou say thus? which alas, thou Canst not,
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yet, if thou couldst thus speake, and truly so speake, yet I tell thee, thou wouldst come short of blessednesse, because thou hast beene vnprofitable;
yet, if thou Couldst thus speak, and truly so speak, yet I tell thee, thou Wouldst come short of blessedness, Because thou hast been unprofitable;
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what dost thou more then the bruit beasts? they dishonour not God with their tongues,
what dost thou more then the bruit beasts? they dishonour not God with their tongues,
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but in their kind, they glorifie him, are not they then nigher happinesse then thy selfe? Consider well what I say, and the Lord giue thee vnderstanding in all things.
but in their kind, they Glorify him, Are not they then nigher happiness then thy self? Consider well what I say, and the Lord give thee understanding in all things.
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But I intend to stand on this Generall: I come to the Specials. He arose. ] The poynt we may obserue hence, is this;
But I intend to stand on this General: I come to the Specials. He arose. ] The point we may observe hence, is this;
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Where there is true Repentance, there is a rising from sin; there is a leauing, and a forsaking of all former euill waies, and courses. Where there is true Repentance, there is a rising from since; there is a leaving, and a forsaking of all former evil ways, and courses.
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This poynt might be confirmed by many examples:
This point might be confirmed by many Examples:
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As of Paul, Peter, Zacheus, with others, who left their former courses, and committed them no more.
As of Paul, Peter, Zacchaeus, with Others, who left their former courses, and committed them no more.
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But amongst all other examples, that is most excellent, to proue this in the 19 of the Acts, who to shew the truth of their repentance, brought their curious bookes, and burnt them openly.
But among all other Examples, that is most excellent, to prove this in the 19 of the Acts, who to show the truth of their Repentance, brought their curious books, and burned them openly.
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Hence is it also that the seruants of God haue euer called vpon the people, that they would testifie the truth of their Repentance, by their forsaking of euill;
Hence is it also that the Servants of God have ever called upon the people, that they would testify the truth of their Repentance, by their forsaking of evil;
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thus Samuell enioyned the Israelites, to put away their strange gods from amongst them.
thus Samuel enjoined the Israelites, to put away their strange God's from among them.
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And Peter laid this taske vpon his hearers, that they would amend their liues. So the King of Niniueh, giues this in charge, that euery man should turne from his euill way,
And Peter laid this task upon his hearers, that they would amend their lives. So the King of Nineveh, gives this in charge, that every man should turn from his evil Way,
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and from the wickednesse that is in his hands; and from the wickedness that is in his hands;
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he full well knew, that there was no auerting or turning away the iudgment, threatned by the Prophet, but by repentance;
he full well knew, that there was no averting or turning away the judgement, threatened by the Prophet, but by Repentance;
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and that there was no true repentance, if sinne were not forsaken.
and that there was no true Repentance, if sin were not forsaken.
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The reason of this is, because euery true penitent, is partaker of Christs death, and the power of it, which causeth him to die vnto sinne;
The reason of this is, Because every true penitent, is partaker of Christ death, and the power of it, which Causes him to die unto sin;
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as the Apostle notably sheweth, in the sixt to the Romanes, at the beginning of the Chapter, Knowing this (sayth he) that our olde man is crucified with him, that the bodie of sinne might be destroyed, that hence-forth we should not serue sinne:
as the Apostle notably shows, in the sixt to the Romans, At the beginning of the Chapter, Knowing this (say he) that our old man is Crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin:
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thus Christs death being applyed by faith, will worke in vs the death of sin, and cause vs to forsake our former euill wayes.
thus Christ death being applied by faith, will work in us the death of since, and cause us to forsake our former evil ways.
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And secondly, the spirit of God dwelleth in that mans heart, and is become his guide,
And secondly, the Spirit of God dwells in that men heart, and is become his guide,
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and this spirit freeth vs from the law of sinne and death.
and this Spirit freeth us from the law of sin and death.
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This expells sinne, and will not suffer such filthinesse to remaine in the roome where it doth lodge.
This expels sin, and will not suffer such filthiness to remain in the room where it does lodge.
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These may be the reasons of the poynt The vses follow.
These may be the Reasons of the point The uses follow.
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First, hereby try thy Repentance, whether it be good or no? Hath it wrought a change,
First, hereby try thy Repentance, whither it be good or no? Hath it wrought a change,
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and alteration in thy affections, words, and actions, are all olde things done away, and new come in the place thereof? is there a forsaking of sinne, a reformation of life? if it be thus,
and alteration in thy affections, words, and actions, Are all old things done away, and new come in the place thereof? is there a forsaking of sin, a Reformation of life? if it be thus,
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then it is well, for thus it is, and must be with euery true penitent.
then it is well, for thus it is, and must be with every true penitent.
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True it is, in the time of our impenitencie, like wild, and mad horses, we gallop in the way of sinne:
True it is, in the time of our impenitency, like wild, and mad Horses, we gallop in the Way of sin:
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yet in the day of our repentance, the spirit of God, as with a bit or bridle giueth vs a ierke,
yet in the day of our Repentance, the Spirit of God, as with a bit or bridle gives us a jerk,
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and turneth vs back, & setteth vs as fast a going the other way, Insomuch that our companions stand wondering at the matter;
and turns us back, & sets us as fast a going the other Way, Insomuch that our Sodales stand wondering At the matter;
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admiring that we so suddenly breake of company, and runne not with them to the same excesse of riot.
admiring that we so suddenly break of company, and run not with them to the same excess of riot.
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So great is the change, that not onely ourselues, but others also see it and admire it.
So great is the change, that not only ourselves, but Others also see it and admire it.
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Now then thou that talkest of Repentance, is this change in thee? assure thy selfe,
Now then thou that talkest of Repentance, is this change in thee? assure thy self,
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if thou hast repented, it is, and all the world may see it;
if thou hast repented, it is, and all the world may see it;
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canst thou with good conscience say of thy selfe, as Paul did of the Corinthians, I was once a theife, a drunkard,
Canst thou with good conscience say of thy self, as Paul did of the Corinthians, I was once a thief, a drunkard,
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an adulterer, a reuiler, an extortioner, a couetous person, and the like.an adulterer, a reviler, an extortioner, a covetous person, and the like.
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But now I am washed, now I am sanctified, yea, and iustified in the name of the Lord Iesus, But now I am washed, now I am sanctified, yea, and justified in the name of the Lord Iesus,
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and by the spirit of my God. and by the Spirit of my God.
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Canst thou thus say of thy selfe and that in truth? Why then (to thy comfort be it spoken) this is a notable euidence of the truth of thy repentance;
Canst thou thus say of thy self and that in truth? Why then (to thy Comfort be it spoken) this is a notable evidence of the truth of thy Repentance;
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but if it be otherwise, thou maist deceiue thy selfe, but be it known vnto thee, thou art as far from it, (for any thing that I can see) as they are that rob by the high way side, and it may be farther.
but if it be otherwise, thou Mayest deceive thy self, but be it known unto thee, thou art as Far from it, (for any thing that I can see) as they Are that rob by the high Way side, and it may be farther.
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Secondly, this may serue for terrour to such as finde no change in themselues, but are the same still that euer they were;
Secondly, this may serve for terror to such as find no change in themselves, but Are the same still that ever they were;
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As proud as euer, as prophane as euer, as worldly as euer, as irreligious as euer, if not worse then euer;
As proud as ever, as profane as ever, as worldly as ever, as irreligious as ever, if not Worse then ever;
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yet these men blesse themselues with a false perswasion of repentance, when indeed, they haue not trodden ouer the threshold of repentance:
yet these men bless themselves with a false persuasion of Repentance, when indeed, they have not trodden over the threshold of Repentance:
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and though they haue liued thirtie, fortie, or it may be threescore yeares, yet poore soules, they haue not all this time trod one step,
and though they have lived thirtie, fortie, or it may be threescore Years, yet poor Souls, they have not all this time trod one step,
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nor to be the first stride towards Gods kingdome; Sinne is not yet left nor forsaken.
nor to be the First stride towards God's Kingdom; Sin is not yet left nor forsaken.
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But oh thou dreamer awake, if euer thou wilt awake, Awake, gull not thy owne soule, thy torment shall not bee the lesse in hell,
But o thou dreamer awake, if ever thou wilt awake, Awake, gull not thy own soul, thy torment shall not be the less in hell,
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because thou fallest in before thou beest aware. Delude then thy selfe no longer, but looke well about thee:
Because thou Fallest in before thou Best aware. Delude then thy self no longer, but look well about thee:
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Thou canst not endure others should cozen thee, why cozenest thou thy selfe? Happily thou hast had some spirituall qualmes,
Thou Canst not endure Others should cozen thee, why cozenest thou thy self? Happily thou hast had Some spiritual qualms,
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or vpon hearing of the Word hast shed some teares; but what then? if no reformation followes, these are not signes of true repentance.
or upon hearing of the Word hast shed Some tears; but what then? if no Reformation follows, these Are not Signs of true Repentance.
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This is true repentance (saith a Father) so to bewaile sinnes past, as that wee commit them no more, which wee haue bewailed. This is true Repentance (Says a Father) so to bewail Sins past, as that we commit them no more, which we have bewailed.
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It is to no purpose then for thee to bewaile thy former courses, vnlesse there follow hereupon a due amendment, let not then this deceiue thee,
It is to no purpose then for thee to bewail thy former courses, unless there follow hereupon a due amendment, let not then this deceive thee,
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for thou dost but mocke, and not indeed repent, when thou still dost that whereof thou hast repented.
for thou dost but mock, and not indeed Repent, when thou still dost that whereof thou hast repented.
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This is true repentance, so to repent, that thou hast sinned, as that thou doest so no more.
This is true Repentance, so to Repent, that thou hast sinned, as that thou dost so no more.
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Till therefore thou doest cease from sinne, and reforme thy wayes, vntill thou doest finde this change in thy selfe,
Till Therefore thou dost cease from sin, and reform thy ways, until thou dost find this change in thy self,
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so that thou canst truly say, I was thus and thus, but now the case is altered, thou canst haue no comfort in thy repentance,
so that thou Canst truly say, I was thus and thus, but now the case is altered, thou Canst have no Comfort in thy Repentance,
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for assure thy selfe, that Repentance and continuance in thy old wicked courses, can neuer stand together.
for assure thy self, that Repentance and Continuance in thy old wicked courses, can never stand together.
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In the third place, this may serue for the comfort of all such as doe finde this change in them;
In the third place, this may serve for the Comfort of all such as do find this change in them;
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who can say as that blind man, who had his light restored, One thing I know, that whereas I was blind, now I see:
who can say as that blind man, who had his Light restored, One thing I know, that whereas I was blind, now I see:
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whereas I was filthy and vncleane, I am now washed and clensed, oh happie is the condition of such a one!
whereas I was filthy and unclean, I am now washed and cleansed, o happy is the condition of such a one!
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thrice blessed is thy estate, onely let me admonish thee, that thou manifest this change vnto the world, that others may also say;
thrice blessed is thy estate, only let me admonish thee, that thou manifest this change unto the world, that Others may also say;
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How is this man changed from what he was? Ambrose makes report of a young man, who hauing a long time liued in lust and vncleannesse; How is this man changed from what he was? Ambrose makes report of a young man, who having a long time lived in lust and uncleanness;
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at length trauelled, and in his trauell was conuerted:
At length traveled, and in his travel was converted:
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afterwards returning home meets with one of his olde acquaintance, with whom he had beene often nought,
afterwards returning home meets with one of his old acquaintance, with whom he had been often nought,
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but passed away and would not salute her; at which the Strumpet wondering, speakes to him after this manner;
but passed away and would not salute her; At which the Strumpet wondering, speaks to him After this manner;
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What; haue you forgotten me? It is I: What; have you forgotten me? It is I:
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His reply vnto her againe was this, yea, I know it, but I am not I. His reply unto her again was this, yea, I know it, but I am not I.
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Thus it becomes thee to manifest this chaunge thou findest to be in thee:
Thus it becomes thee to manifest this change thou Findest to be in thee:
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that as others haue beene witnesses of thy sinne, so they may be also witnesses of thy Repentance.
that as Others have been Witnesses of thy sin, so they may be also Witnesses of thy Repentance.
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And thus much shall serue for this first part of his repentance, viz. his Auersion from his sinne;
And thus much shall serve for this First part of his Repentance, viz. his Aversion from his sin;
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now we come to the second, which is his Conuersion to God. And came to his Father. ] From hence we learne; now we come to the second, which is his Conversion to God. And Come to his Father. ] From hence we Learn;
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In true Repentance there is not onely a rising from sinne, but also a turning to the Lord, In true Repentance there is not only a rising from sin, but also a turning to the Lord,
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and a setting of our hearts towards him and his kingdome. and a setting of our hearts towards him and his Kingdom.
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This therefore is enioyned vs (as well as the former) in many places of Scrpture:
This Therefore is enjoined us (as well as the former) in many places of Scripture:
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If thou wilt returne oh Israell, saith the Lord, returne vnto me: and againe, Oh Israell returne vnto the Lord thy God: If thou wilt return o Israel, Says the Lord, return unto me: and again, O Israel return unto the Lord thy God:
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take with you wordes, and turne to the Lord. And againe, Rent your hearts and not your garments, and turne vnto the Lord. take with you words, and turn to the Lord. And again, Rend your hearts and not your garments, and turn unto the Lord.
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This was Paul willed to exhort the Gentiles to; that they should repent and turne to God, and doe works meete for repentance.
This was Paul willed to exhort the Gentiles to; that they should Repent and turn to God, and do works meet for Repentance.
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Many more places might be brought to confirme this:
Many more places might be brought to confirm this:
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but what need I? By the mouth of two or three witnesses, shall euery word be established. The reason is this:
but what need I? By the Mouth of two or three Witnesses, shall every word be established. The reason is this:
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As by faith we are ingrafted into Christ Iesus, and so made partakers of his death,
As by faith we Are ingrafted into christ Iesus, and so made partakers of his death,
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and the power of it, which causeth vs to die vnto sinne:
and the power of it, which Causes us to die unto sin:
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so also by the same faith we are made partakers of his resurrection, which causeth vs to walke in newnesse of life, and liue vnto the Lord.
so also by the same faith we Are made partakers of his resurrection, which Causes us to walk in newness of life, and live unto the Lord.
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Secondly, the same spirit that doth cause vs to leaue sinne, doth bring vs to the Lord, enabling vs to cry Abba-Father, as the Apostle speaketh.
Secondly, the same Spirit that does cause us to leave sin, does bring us to the Lord, enabling us to cry Abba-Father, as the Apostle speaks.
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Vse. To reproue many, who will indeed confesse, there must be a turning: and will also practise a change; Use. To reprove many, who will indeed confess, there must be a turning: and will also practise a change;
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but it shall be from bad to worse: from one sinne to another: As for example;
but it shall be from bad to Worse: from one sin to Another: As for Exampl;
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how many doe turne from prodigalitie to couetousnesse? from swearing to cousening? from atheisme to popery? from prophanenesse to hypocrisie? now alas;
how many do turn from prodigality to covetousness? from swearing to cosening? from atheism to popery? from profaneness to hypocrisy? now alas;
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what is this, but to turne out the Deuill at the porch, and let him in at the posterne? As for turning from all sinne to God, that is no ordinary thing to bee found in these dayes;
what is this, but to turn out the devil At the porch, and let him in At the postern? As for turning from all sin to God, that is no ordinary thing to be found in these days;
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And therefore assuredly, repentance is not so common, as the world takes it to be.
And Therefore assuredly, Repentance is not so Common, as the world Takes it to be.
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And if these are to be reproued, then much more are such to be condemned, who turne from God to sinne;
And if these Are to be reproved, then much more Are such to be condemned, who turn from God to sin;
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from a Protestant to a Papist, from a professor to an Atheist.
from a Protestant to a Papist, from a professor to an Atheist.
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How farre are these from true repentance? What hope can they haue, who come short of those that come short of heauen? Take good notice of this, you that haue beene forward,
How Far Are these from true Repentance? What hope can they have, who come short of those that come short of heaven? Take good notice of this, you that have been forward,
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and zealous, but now are become Apostates and backesliders;
and zealous, but now Are become Apostates and backsliders;
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and hearken to the counsell giuen to the Church of Ephesus, Remember whence thou art fallen,
and harken to the counsel given to the Church of Ephesus, remember whence thou art fallen,
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and repent, and doe thy first workes, or else I will come against thee quickly, except thou repent. and Repent, and do thy First works, or Else I will come against thee quickly, except thou Repent.
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In the last place, let this admonish vs, to looke that our turning be a true turning:
In the last place, let this admonish us, to look that our turning be a true turning:
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And as by sinne we haue departed with this Prodigall from our Fathers house, so let vs also arise with him, and set forwards towards heauen:
And as by sin we have departed with this Prodigal from our Father's house, so let us also arise with him, and Set forward towards heaven:
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fixe thy eye vpon the Lord; make towards him with thy foote:
fix thy eye upon the Lord; make towards him with thy foot:
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Let the maine current of thy affection, be on things aboue, and thy hart be vpon thy God.
Let the main current of thy affection, be on things above, and thy heart be upon thy God.
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And thus turning from the one vnto the other, thou mayst haue comfortable assurance, that thy repentance is true, and sound.
And thus turning from the one unto the other, thou Mayest have comfortable assurance, that thy Repentance is true, and found.
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Now I come to the circumstance of time, when he repented, implyed in this word
Now I come to the circumstance of time, when he repented, employed in this word
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So, or And. ] After this Prodigall had resolued to goe and humble himselfe vnto his Father, he did not debate any longer about the matter, So, or And. ] After this Prodigal had resolved to go and humble himself unto his Father, he did not debate any longer about the matter,
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but forthwith rose vp and went his away.
but forthwith rose up and went his away.
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Repentance is not to be deferred but presently to be set vpon, so soone as God shall put the motion into our hearts. Repentance is not to be deferred but presently to be Set upon, so soon as God shall put the motion into our hearts.
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There may not be deferring nor procrastinating, but a speedie practise, and execution.
There may not be deferring nor procrastinating, but a speedy practice, and execution.
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To day (sayth the Prophet Dauid) if you will heare his voyce, harden not your hearts. Seeke the Lord while he may be found, call vpon him while he is neare (sayth the Prophet Esay.) While we haue opportunitie, let vs doe good (saith the Apostle:) And againe, Exhort one another daily, while it is called to day: many prooffes might be brought: and as many reasons. To day (say the Prophet David) if you will hear his voice, harden not your hearts. Seek the Lord while he may be found, call upon him while he is near (say the Prophet Isaiah.) While we have opportunity, let us do good (Says the Apostle:) And again, Exhort one Another daily, while it is called to day: many proofs might be brought: and as many Reasons.
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First, God is to be serued before all; God euer required in his seruice the first fruits, and the first borne: The firstlings are his darlings;
First, God is to be served before all; God ever required in his service the First fruits, and the First born: The firstlings Are his darlings;
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the fattest Lambes are fittest for his sacrifice:
the Fattest Lambs Are Fittest for his sacrifice:
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Now hath the Lord respect to beastes? Nay, surely, but hereby hee sheweth vs our dutie:
Now hath the Lord respect to beasts? Nay, surely, but hereby he shows us our duty:
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the maine he aymes at in all those types, was to teach vs to giue him the first and best.
the main he aims At in all those types, was to teach us to give him the First and best.
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Secondly, we ought not to deferre, in respect of the shortnesse, and vncertaintie of life.
Secondly, we ought not to defer, in respect of the shortness, and uncertainty of life.
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Our liues they are compared to a pilgrimage, to the flower of grasse, to wind, to smoake, to a vapour, to a dreame, and the like:
Our lives they Are compared to a pilgrimage, to the flower of grass, to wind, to smoke, to a vapour, to a dream, and the like:
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all which sheweth the shortnesse of our time: and therefore our whole life is little enough to spend in Gods seruice.
all which shows the shortness of our time: and Therefore our Whole life is little enough to spend in God's service.
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But farther, as it is short, so also it is vncertaine: Wee haue no assurance to liue one houre;
But farther, as it is short, so also it is uncertain: we have no assurance to live one hour;
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wee are here but Tennants at will, and know not how soone our great Land-lord will turne vs out of this earthly tabernacle:
we Are Here but Tenants At will, and know not how soon our great Landlord will turn us out of this earthly tabernacle:
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We may be cropt off like an eare of corne:
We may be cropped off like an ear of corn:
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for what is this life, but as a nest of straw and clay, soone shaken a peeces. for what is this life, but as a nest of straw and clay, soon shaken a Pieces.
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Many haue seene a faire bright morning, who neuer beheld the euening (as the Sodomites. ) And vpon many the Sunne hath set in the euening, to whom it neuer appeared rising in the morning:
Many have seen a fair bright morning, who never beheld the evening (as the Sodomites.) And upon many the Sun hath Set in the evening, to whom it never appeared rising in the morning:
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So was it with the rich Glutton in the Gospell. Seeing this is so, wee haue great cause speedily to repent.
So was it with the rich Glutton in the Gospel. Seeing this is so, we have great cause speedily to Repent.
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Thirdly, the longer we liue in sinne, the harder will our repentance be; for first, our sinnes will grow more strong;
Thirdly, the longer we live in sin, the harder will our Repentance be; for First, our Sins will grow more strong;
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And secondly, wee our selues shall grow more weake.
And secondly, we our selves shall grow more weak.
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By continuall sinning we get a custome and habit of sinning, and it is not easily left, a man may as soon forget his mother-tongue,
By continual sinning we get a custom and habit of sinning, and it is not Easily left, a man may as soon forget his Mother-tongue,
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as leaue it, Can a Black-more change his skinne, or a Leopard his spots? then may you also doe good, that are accustomed to doe euill, (saith the Prophet.) Where he seemeth to make it a thing impossible,
as leave it, Can a Blackmore change his skin, or a Leopard his spots? then may you also do good, that Are accustomed to do evil, (Says the Prophet.) Where he seems to make it a thing impossible,
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for one that hath continued long in sinne, to leaue and forsake it.
for one that hath continued long in sin, to leave and forsake it.
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And indeede, with man, it is impossible, though with God it is not, for with him are all things possible:
And indeed, with man, it is impossible, though with God it is not, for with him Are all things possible:
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Art thou not able to plucke vp a plant when it is new set;
Art thou not able to pluck up a plant when it is new Set;
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how then wilt thou be able to doe it, when it is often yeers growth? And as repentance will be the harder in respect of sinnes strength;
how then wilt thou be able to do it, when it is often Years growth? And as Repentance will be the harder in respect of Sins strength;
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so it will bee the harder also, in respect of thine owne weaknesse:
so it will be the harder also, in respect of thine own weakness:
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for the longer thou liuest in sinne, the weaker wilt thou grow in all the powers and faculties both of soule and body.
for the longer thou Livest in sin, the Weaker wilt thou grow in all the Powers and faculties both of soul and body.
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Experience sheweth, that the longer a sicknesse doth continue, the more is the body weakned, and made vnfit for labour:
Experience shows, that the longer a sickness does continue, the more is the body weakened, and made unfit for labour:
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so the longer sinne (which is the soules sicknesse) remaines vnrepented, the more weake and vnable will we be to shake it off:
so the longer sin (which is the Souls sickness) remains unrepented, the more weak and unable will we be to shake it off:
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Our vnderstandings will bee more darkned, our wills more peruerted, our affections more corrupted, our hearts more hardned, our consciences more feared,
Our understandings will be more darkened, our wills more perverted, our affections more corrupted, our hearts more hardened, our Consciences more feared,
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and all the powers and faculties, both of body and soule, more and more disabled.
and all the Powers and faculties, both of body and soul, more and more disabled.
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And therefore wee haue great reason, to make hast, and no longer to deferre and put off repentance.
And Therefore we have great reason, to make haste, and no longer to defer and put off Repentance.
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Fourthly, because for the present, thy estate is fearefull, the wrath of God hangs ouer thy head by a twined thred,
Fourthly, Because for the present, thy estate is fearful, the wrath of God hangs over thy head by a twined thread,
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if thou hadst eyes to see it:
if thou Hadst eyes to see it:
cs pns21 vhd2 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31:
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thou eatest in danger of thy life, thou drinkest in danger, walkest in danger, sleepest in danger, lying betweene death and the Diuell,
thou Eatest in danger of thy life, thou drinkest in danger, walkest in danger, Sleepest in danger, lying between death and the devil,
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as Peter did betweene the two souldiers, bound with two chaines.
as Peter did between the two Soldiers, bound with two chains.
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Now who would bee in such a danger one houre, for the gaining of a world? euery creature is vp in armes against thee, they wait but for a watch word:
Now who would be in such a danger one hour, for the gaining of a world? every creature is up in arms against thee, they wait but for a watch word:
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would God bid them strike, they would soone dispatch thee; and Hell, that gapes for thee, longing to deuoure thee.
would God bid them strike, they would soon dispatch thee; and Hell, that gapes for thee, longing to devour thee.
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You haue little cause then to deferre one day, one houre, or one minute. Thus you see some reasons:
You have little cause then to defer one day, one hour, or one minute. Thus you see Some Reasons:
pn22 vhb j n1 av pc-acp vvi crd n1, crd n1, cc crd n1. av pn22 vvb d n2:
(10) verses (DIV2)
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many more might be brought, but wee hasten to the vses. And first:
many more might be brought, but we hasten to the uses. And First:
d dc vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2. cc ord:
(10) verses (DIV2)
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This reprooueth that wonderfull madnes and exceeding great folly of such as procrastinate and deferre their conuersion to the Lord;
This Reproveth that wonderful madness and exceeding great folly of such as procrastinate and defer their conversion to the Lord;
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(10) verses (DIV2)
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and put off their repentance, though the Lord call them thereunto, and offer them neuer so fit an opportunity.
and put off their Repentance, though the Lord call them thereunto, and offer them never so fit an opportunity.
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Men indeede confesse repentance is needfull, & they will say there is no hope of Heauen,
Men indeed confess Repentance is needful, & they will say there is no hope of Heaven,
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except they doe repent, & they purpose to repent:
except they do Repent, & they purpose to Repent:
c-acp pns32 vdb vvi, cc pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi:
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But here is the mischeefe of it, they will not doe it in time, but deferre and fore-slow it till heereafter,
But Here is the mischief of it, they will not do it in time, but defer and foreslow it till hereafter,
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(10) verses (DIV2)
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and that through the Deuils delusion, perswading them that they haue time enough to repent in;
and that through the Devils delusion, persuading them that they have time enough to Repent in;
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they may yet enioy the pleasures of sinne, and turne to God heereafter, who will assuredly receiue them to his mercy.
they may yet enjoy the pleasures of sin, and turn to God hereafter, who will assuredly receive them to his mercy.
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For God saith, he is mercifull, and hath faithfully promised, that whensoeuer a sinner repenteth him of his sin, hee will blot out all his wickednesse out of his remembrance.
For God Says, he is merciful, and hath faithfully promised, that whensoever a sinner Repenteth him of his since, he will blot out all his wickedness out of his remembrance.
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As he dealt by the theefe, who was receiued to mercy at the last houre, though his whole life was spent in wickednesse;
As he dealt by the thief, who was received to mercy At the last hour, though his Whole life was spent in wickedness;
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so will hee deale with thee: What needest thou then, as yet, thinke of repentance;
so will he deal with thee: What Needest thou then, as yet, think of Repentance;
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seeing thou mayest enioy both the pleasures of this life, and of that which is to come also? And thus hee carries thousands blindefold to hell (who know not they are nigh it,
seeing thou Mayest enjoy both the pleasures of this life, and of that which is to come also? And thus he carries thousands blindfold to hell (who know not they Are High it,
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vntill they they fall in it) gulling them most shamefully; teaching them to reason against their owne saluation:
until they they fallen in it) gulling them most shamefully; teaching them to reason against their own salvation:
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(10) verses (DIV2)
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how often doe you heare these reasons brought? I haue time enough to repent in:
how often do you hear these Reasons brought? I have time enough to Repent in:
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What tell you me of Repentance, as yet? Is not God mercifull? Did hee not shew mercy to the theefe at the last gaspe? I doubt not but to bee saued,
What tell you me of Repentance, as yet? Is not God merciful? Did he not show mercy to the thief At the last gasp? I doubt not but to be saved,
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as well as the precisest of you all.
as well as the Precisest of you all.
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But thou who thus goest on head-long to damnation, come hither and let me shew thee thy monstrous folly:
But thou who thus goest on headlong to damnation, come hither and let me show thee thy monstrous folly:
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that, if it be possible, thou maiest be recouered out of the snare of the Deuill, who art thus taken by him at his will.
that, if it be possible, thou Mayest be recovered out of the snare of the devil, who art thus taken by him At his will.
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First, thou blessest thy selfe with hope of long life, thou wilt repent when thou art old:
First, thou blessest thy self with hope of long life, thou wilt Repent when thou art old:
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but how knowest thou, that thou shalt liue till thou commest to bee old? Doest not thou see,
but how Knowest thou, that thou shalt live till thou Comest to be old? Dost not thou see,
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how vpon the stage of this world, some haue longer parts, and some haue shorter? And as wee enter into the Lords vineyard, doe we not so goe out? that is in such a manner,
how upon the stage of this world, Some have longer parts, and Some have shorter? And as we enter into the lords vineyard, do we not so go out? that is in such a manner,
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and at such an houre, some in the morning, some at noone: some at night, some die in the dawning of their liues;
and At such an hour, Some in the morning, Some At noon: Some At night, Some die in the dawning of their lives;
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passing from one graue vnto another, being no sooner come out of the wombe of one mother,
passing from one graven unto Another, being no sooner come out of the womb of one mother,
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but another mother receiues them into hers:
but Another mother receives them into hers:
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Some die in youth, as in the third houre, others die at thirty, forty, or fifty,
some die in youth, as in the third hour, Others die At thirty, forty, or fifty,
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as in the sixt and ninth houre, and other some very old, as in the last houre of the day.
as in the sixt and ninth hour, and other Some very old, as in the last hour of the day.
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Now tell mee how many die before fifty, for one that liue till they be past that age? What hope hast thou to liue till thou beest so olde? Doest not thou daily see and heare of many, that goe well to bed at night,
Now tell me how many die before fifty, for one that live till they be past that age? What hope hast thou to live till thou Best so old? Dost not thou daily see and hear of many, that go well to Bed At night,
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and are found dead in the morning; & of many other, that are suddenly slaine, or come to some vntimely death:
and Are found dead in the morning; & of many other, that Are suddenly slain, or come to Some untimely death:
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why may it not be thus with thee? how vaine then, and false is thy hope of long life? seeing no man can tell what a day, what an houre may bring forth. But in the second place;
why may it not be thus with thee? how vain then, and false is thy hope of long life? seeing no man can tell what a day, what an hour may bring forth. But in the second place;
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Say thou doest liue vntill thou art old, yet consider how vnseasonable a time this is for repentance.
Say thou dost live until thou art old, yet Consider how unseasonable a time this is for Repentance.
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Behold (saith Barzillai to Dauid) I am this day fourescore yeeres old, and can I discerne betweene good or euill, hath thy seruant any taste in that I eat or drink? Can I heare any more the voyce of singing-men and women? wherefore then should thy seruant be any more a burden vnto my Lord the King. Behold (Says Barzillai to David) I am this day fourescore Years old, and can I discern between good or evil, hath thy servant any taste in that I eat or drink? Can I hear any more the voice of Singing-men and women? Wherefore then should thy servant be any more a burden unto my Lord the King.
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Heere see how he confesseth, that by reason of his age, he was vnfit to attend vpon the King, or doe him seruice:
Here see how he Confesses, that by reason of his age, he was unfit to attend upon the King, or do him service:
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and therefore much more shall a man be disabled in olde age, for this worke of repentance.
and Therefore much more shall a man be disabled in old age, for this work of Repentance.
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Salomon calls the daies of old age, euill dayes, and withall, wils the young man to remember his Creator before they come. Solomon calls the days of old age, evil days, and withal, wills the young man to Remember his Creator before they come.
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They are termed euill, not because they are so in themselues, but because of the many-fold miseries that doe accompany them,
They Are termed evil, not Because they Are so in themselves, but Because of the manifold misery's that do accompany them,
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and so the Philosopher called old age, The Hauen of all euill, because of the innumerable maladies,
and so the Philosopher called old age, The Haven of all evil, Because of the innumerable maladies,
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and aches, and paines, that do flock thither, as into a common receptacle:
and aches, and pains, that do flock thither, as into a Common receptacle:
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For then shall the keepers of the house (by which Salomon meaneth the hands, which are the protectors of the body) tremble and shake. And the strong men (that is the legs, that should carry the body) bowe themselues, and wax faint and feeble;
For then shall the keepers of the house (by which Solomon means the hands, which Are the Protectors of the body) tremble and shake. And the strong men (that is the legs, that should carry the body) bow themselves, and wax faint and feeble;
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and the grinders (by which he meaneth the teeth, the mouth being as the mill,and the grinders (by which he means the teeth, the Mouth being as the mill,
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and the two rowes of teeth, like the vpper and nether mil-stones) shall cease, because they are few:
and the two rows of teeth, like the upper and neither millstones) shall cease, Because they Are few:
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and those that looke out of the windowes shall bee darkned, (that is, his eyes shall wax dim,and those that look out of the windows shall be darkened, (that is, his eyes shall wax dim,
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and his sight shall faile him •) then shall the dore be shut in the streets,
and his sighed shall fail him •) then shall the door be shut in the streets,
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when the sound of the grinding is low. The mouth and the iawes shall hang downe, and not be fast;when the found of the grinding is low. The Mouth and the Jaws shall hang down, and not be fast;
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neither shall they eat as young men vse to doe: Hee shall rise vp at the voyce of the bird;
neither shall they eat as young men use to do: He shall rise up At the voice of the bird;
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his sleepe shall not be found, but it shall be taken away, yea with euery little chirping of a bird hee shall bee awaked:
his sleep shall not be found, but it shall be taken away, yea with every little chirping of a bird he shall be awaked:
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and all the daughters of musike shall bee brought low; their cares shall wax deafe, they shall not delight in musike;and all the daughters of music shall be brought low; their Cares shall wax deaf, they shall not delight in music;
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they shall also bee afrayd of that which is high; they shall also be afraid of that which is high;
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they shall then goe hanging downe the head and shoulders, as they vse to doe that are afrayd (for these are the height of the body.) And the Almond tree shall flourish;
they shall then go hanging down the head and shoulders, as they use to do that Are afraid (for these Are the height of the body.) And the Almond tree shall flourish;
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that is, the head shall be full of gray haires, and wax hoary;
that is, the head shall be full of grey hairs, and wax hoary;
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And the Grashopper shall bee a burden, that is, his leannesse and bones sticking out, his crooked backe shall be wearisome;And the Grasshopper shall be a burden, that is, his leanness and bones sticking out, his crooked back shall be wearisome;
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and then shall his desires faile, his meat and drinke and all other pleasures shall be lothsome, he shall delight in nothing.and then shall his Desires fail, his meat and drink and all other pleasures shall be loathsome, he shall delight in nothing.
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See here how age is described, and doe but consider whether this be a fit time for Repentance:
See Here how age is described, and do but Consider whither this be a fit time for Repentance:
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Is it like thou wilt be able to vndergo so great a taske as that, when thou shalt feele so many aches in thy bones;
Is it like thou wilt be able to undergo so great a task as that, when thou shalt feel so many aches in thy bones;
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so many cramps in thy ioynts, and so many paines in all the parts of thy body? when thou art dull in apprehending,
so many cramps in thy Joints, and so many pains in all the parts of thy body? when thou art dull in apprehending,
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and of bad capacity and remembrance;
and of bad capacity and remembrance;
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without a good leg to bring thee to Church, without a good eare to heare at Church,
without a good leg to bring thee to Church, without a good ear to hear At Church,
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and without sight to see to read a letter in Gods booke? Oh thinke how farre vnfit thou wilt then be for this waighty worke of Repentance.
and without sighed to see to read a Letter in God's book? O think how Far unfit thou wilt then be for this weighty work of Repentance.
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As therefore it is an exorbitant course, while the Ship is sound, and the tackling sure, the Pilote well, the Sailor strong, the gale fauourable, the Sea calme, to lye idle at roade;
As Therefore it is an exorbitant course, while the Ship is found, and the tackling sure, the Pilot well, the Sailor strong, the gale favourable, the Sea Cam, to lie idle At road;
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and when the Ship leakes, the Pilote is sicke, the Marriners faint, the stormes boysterous,
and when the Ship leaks, the Pilot is sick, the Mariners faint, the storms boisterous,
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and the Sea outragious, to launch forth, and hoise vp saile for a voyage into farre Countries:
and the Sea outrageous, to launch forth, and hoist up sail for a voyage into Far Countries:
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So is it as absurd for thee to spend the morning of thy youth, & soundnes of health,
So is it as absurd for thee to spend the morning of thy youth, & soundness of health,
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and perfect vse of reason, in the seruice of sinne, and thy owne lusts, and neuer resolue to weigh anchor,
and perfect use of reason, in the service of sin, and thy own Lustiest, and never resolve to weigh anchor,
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and cut the Cable that with-holds thee from seeking Christ.
and Cut the Cable that withholds thee from seeking christ.
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But when as thy wits are distracted, thy sences astonied, all the powers of thy minde,
But when as thy wits Are distracted, thy Senses astonished, all the Powers of thy mind,
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and parts of thy body distempered, then to begin to seeke after God, thinking sodainly to become a Saint at thy death,
and parts of thy body distempered, then to begin to seek After God, thinking suddenly to become a Saint At thy death,
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though thou hast liued like a deuill all thy life. See then thy monstrous folly, & condemne thy selfe for it;
though thou hast lived like a Devil all thy life. See then thy monstrous folly, & condemn thy self for it;
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Lay not this taske on thy olde bones;
Lay not this task on thy old bones;
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Thou wouldst condemne him for a foole, who being to goe a farre and foule iourney,
Thou Wouldst condemn him for a fool, who being to go a Far and foul journey,
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and hauing a great burthen to be carried;
and having a great burden to be carried;
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would lay it vpon a weake iade, that hath much to doe to beare vp it selfe,
would lay it upon a weak jade, that hath much to do to bear up it self,
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and let a stronger goe empty.
and let a Stronger go empty.
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Yet this is thy wisedome, who dost intend to lay the great load of Repentance vpon thy faint and feeble dote age, which is hardly able to beare it own burden.
Yet this is thy Wisdom, who dost intend to lay the great load of Repentance upon thy faint and feeble dote age, which is hardly able to bear it own burden.
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And thirdly, Say thou doest liue till thou beest olde, and art freed from much of this trouble;
And Thirdly, Say thou dost live till thou Best old, and art freed from much of this trouble;
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hauing vnderstanding, memorie, sight, and sense, &c. yet who can tell whether God will heare thee at the last gaspe? For what can bee more righteous, having understanding, memory, sighed, and sense, etc. yet who can tell whither God will hear thee At the last gasp? For what can be more righteous,
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then that the Lord should contemne thee at the houre of death, who hast contemned him in thy whole life? and that thou shouldst forget God when thou art going out of the world, who wouldst neuer remember him whilest thou wert in the world? And that thou shouldst die impenitent, who hast liued in impenitencie? Hath not the Lord threatned this? are not these his words? Because I haue called, and you haue refused;
then that the Lord should contemn thee At the hour of death, who hast contemned him in thy Whole life? and that thou Shouldst forget God when thou art going out of the world, who Wouldst never Remember him whilst thou Wertenberg in the world? And that thou Shouldst die impenitent, who hast lived in impenitency? Hath not the Lord threatened this? Are not these his words? Because I have called, and you have refused;
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I haue stretched out my hand, and none would regard: But you haue despised all my counsell, and would none of my correction. I have stretched out my hand, and none would regard: But you have despised all my counsel, and would none of my correction.
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I will also laugh at your destruction, and mocke when your feare commeth. When your feare commeth like sodaine desolation, and your destruction shall come like a whirlwind; I will also laugh At your destruction, and mock when your Fear comes. When your Fear comes like sudden desolation, and your destruction shall come like a whirlwind;
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when distresse & anguish commeth vpon you. when distress & anguish comes upon you.
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Then shall they call vpon me, but I will not answere, they shall seeke mee earely, but they shall not finde mee.
Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer, they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me.
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Because they hated knowledge, and did not chuse the feare of the Lord. Let these words take deepe impression in thy heart;Because they hated knowledge, and did not choose the Fear of the Lord. Let these words take deep impression in thy heart;
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For if thou wilt not know God in thy youth, he will neuer know thee (for ought thou knowest) when thou art gray-headed:
For if thou wilt not know God in thy youth, he will never know thee (for ought thou Knowest) when thou art Gray-headed:
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If thou wilt not giue him the young and sound, and that which is without blemish, hee will neuer take in good part the old,
If thou wilt not give him the young and found, and that which is without blemish, he will never take in good part the old,
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and sicke, and euill fauoured, which no man will giue to his friend, or dare offer to his Prince.
and sick, and evil favoured, which no man will give to his friend, or Dare offer to his Prince.
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Hee that would not haue a beast, that had no eyes, in his seruice, will haue thee whilest thou hast eyes to serue him. He that would not have a beast, that had no eyes, in his service, will have thee whilst thou hast eyes to serve him.
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The Lord complained of the Israelites for offering the sicke, and lame, were they no good offerings then,
The Lord complained of the Israelites for offering the sick, and lame, were they not good offerings then,
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and are they now good ware? Will the Lord be pleased with the blew bottome,
and Are they now good ware? Will the Lord be pleased with the blue bottom,
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when the diuell hath had the creame? will he accept of the deuils leauing? Take thou heede then how thou darest put off repentance till hereafter;
when the Devil hath had the cream? will he accept of the Devils leaving? Take thou heed then how thou Darest put off Repentance till hereafter;
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send it not before thee to three or fourescore yeares; thou mayst neuer ouertake it, nor obtaine mercy.
send it not before thee to three or fourescore Years; thou Mayest never overtake it, nor obtain mercy.
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Let the example of reprobate putters off, moue thee to preuent the deuils penitentiall houre. Let the Exampl of Reprobate putters off, move thee to prevent the Devils penitential hour.
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Remember Esau, and the fiue foolish Virgins, and that false Prophetesse Iesabell, who had time to repent,
remember Esau, and the fiue foolish Virgins, and that false Prophetess Jezebel, who had time to Repent,
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yet repented not, but put it off from day to day, vntill she found no place for repentance.
yet repented not, but put it off from day to day, until she found no place for Repentance.
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Be not like these in their wicked practises, lest thou bee like them in their fearefull punishments.
Be not like these in their wicked practises, lest thou be like them in their fearful punishments.
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Thus thou must needs see the folly of this in course in putting off repentance vpon hope of long life. Thus thou must needs see the folly of this in course in putting off Repentance upon hope of long life.
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Now, for the other Let which keepes thee from timely turning; and whereby thou doest confirme thy selfe in wickednesse, and hearden thy heart in sinne;
Now, for the other Let which keeps thee from timely turning; and whereby thou dost confirm thy self in wickedness, and hearden thy heart in sin;
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let vs speake somewhat of it. Thou alleagest God is mercifull, and will receiue thee whensoeuer thou doest turne.
let us speak somewhat of it. Thou allegest God is merciful, and will receive thee whensoever thou dost turn.
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That God is mercifull, none can denie; the very deuils in hell will confesse it. He is rich in mercie;
That God is merciful, none can deny; the very Devils in hell will confess it. He is rich in mercy;
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yea, His mercies are ouer all his workes.
yea, His Mercies Are over all his works.
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But now consider what an vnthankefull part is it for thee to offend so gracious a God? What greater iniquitie can there bee, But now Consider what an unthankful part is it for thee to offend so gracious a God? What greater iniquity can there be,
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then that thy Creator should bee contemned of thee, for which hee deserueth the more to be loued and respected by thee.
then that thy Creator should be contemned of thee, for which he deserves the more to be loved and respected by thee.
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There is mercie with thee (saith the Prophet Dauid) that thou mayst bee feared; There is mercy with thee (Says the Prophet David) that thou Mayest be feared;
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not that thou mightst bee dispised or contemned, that teacheth vs no such lesson.
not that thou Mightest be despised or contemned, that Teaches us not such Lesson.
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How doest thou sucke poyson out of this honie? Is God such a one as thou imaginest? the more is thy sinne to deale so wretchedly with so good a God.
How dost thou suck poison out of this honey? Is God such a one as thou imaginest? the more is thy sin to deal so wretchedly with so good a God.
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But in the second place know, that as God is gracious and mercifull, so is he also iust and true; and as hee hath prepared heauen for some,
But in the second place know, that as God is gracious and merciful, so is he also just and true; and as he hath prepared heaven for Some,
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so hath hee also prepared hell for others. Now, the question is, who shall taste of his mercie, and who of his iustice;
so hath he also prepared hell for Others. Now, the question is, who shall taste of his mercy, and who of his Justice;
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for whom hee hath prepared Heauen, and for whom hee hath prepared hell. Surely God himselfe doth shew vs in his word:
for whom he hath prepared Heaven, and for whom he hath prepared hell. Surely God himself does show us in his word:
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As in that place (which is so much abused by wicked ones, for the nourishing of themselues in carnall securitie) of Ezekiel, I will not the death of a sinner,
As in that place (which is so much abused by wicked ones, for the nourishing of themselves in carnal security) of Ezekielem, I will not the death of a sinner,
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but that he turne from his way, and liue. but that he turn from his Way, and live.
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Heere wee see the Lord speaketh not of all sinners, but of such as turne from their euill waies, and repent.
Here we see the Lord speaks not of all Sinners, but of such as turn from their evil ways, and Repent.
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As for such as do not, but continue still in sinne taking occasion by Gods mercie to continue in their vn -, repenting, despising the riches of his bountifulnesse, his patience and long-suffering, The Lord will not spare him,
As for such as do not, but continue still in sin taking occasion by God's mercy to continue in their vn -, repenting, despising the riches of his bountifulness, his patience and long-suffering, The Lord will not spare him,
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but the anger of the Lord & his iealousie shall smoake against that man, and all the curses that are written in this booke shall lye vpon him,
but the anger of the Lord & his jealousy shall smoke against that man, and all the curses that Are written in this book shall lie upon him,
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and the Lord shall blot out his name from vnder heauen. and the Lord shall blot out his name from under heaven.
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So then wee see, no carnall secure one hath cause to blesse himselfe, for so long as he continueth in his sinnes, without repentance, mercy belongeth not to him; but iudgment. So then we see, no carnal secure one hath cause to bless himself, for so long as he Continueth in his Sins, without Repentance, mercy belongeth not to him; but judgement.
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Thou therefore that blessest thy selfe with a false perswasion of mercy, walking still on in a course of sinne, deceiue thy selfe no longer,
Thou Therefore that blessest thy self with a false persuasion of mercy, walking still on in a course of sin, deceive thy self no longer,
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for God is iust as well as mercifull.
for God is just as well as merciful.
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And will visite the iniquities of the fathers vpon the children, vnto the third and fourth generation of all such as hate him, And will visit the iniquities of the Father's upon the children, unto the third and fourth generation of all such as hate him,
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and he will by no meanes cleare the guiltie. and he will by no means clear the guilty.
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It is very pleasing (saith one) to all sinners to heare of those louely attributes, The Lord is mercifull and gratious, slow to anger, aboundant in goodnesse, keepeing mercy for thousands forgiuing iniquitie, transgression and sinne &c. But if thou loue so many good beginnings;
It is very pleasing (Says one) to all Sinners to hear of those lovely attributes, The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, abundant in Goodness, keeping mercy for thousands forgiving iniquity, Transgression and sin etc. But if thou love so many good beginnings;
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feare that which next foloweth, for God is also iust and true;
Fear that which next Followeth, for God is also just and true;
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and further know, that the longer God in mercy hath expected thy amendment, so much the more grieuously will he punish thee for neglecting of it. And lastly; let me tell thee;
and further know, that the longer God in mercy hath expected thy amendment, so much the more grievously will he Punish thee for neglecting of it. And lastly; let me tell thee;
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though God hath promised that at what time soeuer A sinner doth repent him of his sinnes &c. He will put all his wickednesse out of his remembrance. though God hath promised that At what time soever A sinner does Repent him of his Sins etc. He will put all his wickedness out of his remembrance.
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Yet he hath not promised to giue repentance to such as haue despised it. And if he giue it not, thou wilt neuer haue it:
Yet he hath not promised to give Repentance to such as have despised it. And if he give it not, thou wilt never have it:
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For as all good gifts come from aboue from the Father of lights. So must this also.
For as all good Gifts come from above from the Father of lights. So must this also.
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Thus then thou seest how little reason thou hast, to harden thy heart in thy sinnes because God is mercifull.
Thus then thou See how little reason thou hast, to harden thy heart in thy Sins Because God is merciful.
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But in the third place, thou alledgest the example of the theife vpon the Crosse, who had spent all his life in sinne,
But in the third place, thou alledgest the Exampl of the thief upon the Cross, who had spent all his life in sin,
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yet repented at the last gasp.
yet repented At the last gasp.
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It is most true that the Scripture maketh mention of such a one, and but of one;
It is most true that the Scripture makes mention of such a one, and but of one;
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of one (sayth a father) that none might despaire, of but one that none might presume.
of one (say a father) that none might despair, of but one that none might presume.
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This then is a medecine against desparation, and no cloake for sinne:
This then is a medicine against Desperation, and no cloak for sin:
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Looke vpon his fellow theife, who was crucified with him, what place found he for repentance? And for this one haue we not many thousands that haue perished? know thou then that this is but one particular,
Look upon his fellow thief, who was Crucified with him, what place found he for Repentance? And for this one have we not many thousands that have perished? know thou then that this is but one particular,
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and an extraordinary act of Gods mercy, and therefore, thereof thou mayst make no generall rule.
and an extraordinary act of God's mercy, and Therefore, thereof thou Mayest make no general Rule.
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Is it not madnesse to looke euery day for the Sunne in the firmament to stand still or go backe because it hath done so once? or to thinke to heare euery asse speake,
Is it not madness to look every day for the Sun in the firmament to stand still or go back Because it hath done so once? or to think to hear every Ass speak,
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because Balaams once did, It is as great a madnesse for thee to hearten thy selfe in sinne by this one example,
Because Balaams once did, It is as great a madness for thee to hearten thy self in sin by this one Exampl,
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and farther (that thou mayst come to a sight of thy folly) let me shew thee what difference there is betwixt him and thee:
and farther (that thou Mayest come to a sighed of thy folly) let me show thee what difference there is betwixt him and thee:
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for first (in all likelyhood) this was his first call, which presently he hearkeneth vnto; for First (in all likelihood) this was his First call, which presently he harkeneth unto;
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& willingly entertained the good motions of the spirit. But thou hast bin often called, inuited, allured, yet all will not doe:
& willingly entertained the good motions of the Spirit. But thou hast been often called, invited, allured, yet all will not do:
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The spirit of God hath many times stood knocking at the dore of thy heart, but thou hast not opened but vnkindly and churlishly sent it away without answere.
The Spirit of God hath many times stood knocking At the door of thy heart, but thou hast not opened but unkindly and churlishly sent it away without answer.
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Secondly, he neuer resolued (as thou hast done) to persist in sinne, and reserue his old daies for God,
Secondly, he never resolved (as thou hast done) to persist in sin, and reserve his old days for God,
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but he (without question) continues in his sinfull courses through ignorance, and not through wilfullnesse;
but he (without question) continues in his sinful courses through ignorance, and not through wilfulness;
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But it is otherwise with thee; thy conscience doth witnesse it. Thirdly, see what fruits of repentance he bringeth forth.
But it is otherwise with thee; thy conscience does witness it. Thirdly, see what fruits of Repentance he brings forth.
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For First he confesseth his sinnes, and reproueth his fellow theife for his wickednesse: Then he earnestly prayeth to Christ for pardon and forgiuenesse: For First he Confesses his Sins, and Reproveth his fellow thief for his wickedness: Then he earnestly Prayeth to christ for pardon and forgiveness:
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He further confesseth Christ to be his Sauiour and redeemer euen then when all his disciples for feare forsoke him: He further Confesses christ to be his Saviour and redeemer even then when all his Disciples for Fear forsook him:
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These and many other fruites appeared in this conuert, which did manifest his repentance to be vnfeined and sound:
These and many other fruits appeared in this convert, which did manifest his Repentance to be unfeigned and found:
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Seeing then there is such differences in your purposes and courses, I cannot thinke there will be the like in your repentance and saluation;
Seeing then there is such differences in your Purposes and courses, I cannot think there will be the like in your Repentance and salvation;
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Let not then any of these things, hinder you from a present conuersion, but see your former folly and bewaile it,
Let not then any of these things, hinder you from a present conversion, but see your former folly and bewail it,
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and suffer not thy selfe, to be held in the snares of the diuell any longer. Weigh well these reasons; ponder on them:
and suffer not thy self, to be held in the snares of the Devil any longer. Weigh well these Reasons; ponder on them:
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they will conuince thee or conuert thee.
they will convince thee or convert thee.
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Secondly, Let this admonish euery one of vs to deferr no time, but speedily to repent.
Secondly, Let this admonish every one of us to defer no time, but speedily to Repent.
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Abraham rose vp betimes to sacrificie his sonne; so doe thou make hast to sacrifice thy sinne. Abraham rose up betimes to sacrificie his son; so do thou make haste to sacrifice thy sin.
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Zacheus came downe hastily when he was called, why then doe we deferre comming to our Sauiour? Harken not to that same crow-crying cras, cras, to morrow, to morrow, the voyce is dismall.Zacchaeus Come down hastily when he was called, why then do we defer coming to our Saviour? Harken not to that same Crow-crying cras, cras, to morrow, to morrow, the voice is dismal.
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In worldly businesse deliberation is very necessary, and it is held a point of wisdome, to deliberate long before a man determine any thing:
In worldly business deliberation is very necessary, and it is held a point of Wisdom, to deliberate long before a man determine any thing:
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but in this matter it is dangerous.
but in this matter it is dangerous.
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It is not safe for the hunted beast to stand still when the hounds pursue him;
It is not safe for the hunted beast to stand still when the hounds pursue him;
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nor for thee to stand musing when Gods iudgements follow thee at the heeles. nor for thee to stand musing when God's Judgments follow thee At the heals.
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Escape for thy life (said the Angell to Lot, when he lingered in Sodome ) least thou be destroyed:
Escape for thy life (said the Angel to Lot, when he lingered in Sodom) lest thou be destroyed:
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so say I to thee, flie for thy life, make all possible speed to come out of thy sins, linger not in Sodome, nor about the borders of it,
so say I to thee, fly for thy life, make all possible speed to come out of thy Sins, linger not in Sodom, nor about the borders of it,
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least thou be consumed with the fire of Gods wrath. Consider of the former reasons, and let them moue thee hereunto.
lest thou be consumed with the fire of God's wrath. Consider of the former Reasons, and let them move thee hereunto.
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And remember the longer thou delaiest, the more matter thou preparest for thy owne sorrow and griefe:
And Remember the longer thou delaiest, the more matter thou preparest for thy own sorrow and grief:
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If the best doth happen, that thou hopest for;
If the best does happen, that thou hopest for;
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if euer thou doest truly repent (which if thou goest on still is much to be feared) for the greater sinne, the greater sorrow:
if ever thou dost truly Repent (which if thou goest on still is much to be feared) for the greater sin, the greater sorrow:
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euery sinne will fetch a grone from thy soule, and teares from thy eyes, if euer God doe giue thee grace to turne vnto him,
every sin will fetch a groan from thy soul, and tears from thy eyes, if ever God do give thee grace to turn unto him,
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and therefore breake off thy sinnes betimes, and heape not vp more matter of griefe to thy own soule:
and Therefore break off thy Sins betimes, and heap not up more matter of grief to thy own soul:
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let euery one of vs be warned to amend: you yong men, who are now lustie and strong.
let every one of us be warned to amend: you young men, who Are now lusty and strong.
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Remember you your creator now in the dayes of your youth. remember you your creator now in the days of your youth.
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You shall not see my face, said Ioseph to his brethren) except you bring your younger brother with you: You shall not see my face, said Ioseph to his brothers) except you bring your younger brother with you:
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how canst thou behold the face of the Lord Iesus, if thou dedicatest to the Deuill thy louely younger yeares,
how Canst thou behold the face of the Lord Iesus, if thou dedicatest to the devil thy lovely younger Years,
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and giuest him nothing but thy loathed old age? How long (sayth a Father, speaking to all yong men in his owne person) shall I say to morrow to morrow? why doe I not now? why doe I not this houre make an end of sinning.
and givest him nothing but thy loathed old age? How long (say a Father, speaking to all young men in his own person) shall I say to morrow to morrow? why do I not now? why do I not this hour make an end of sinning.
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So, why doest thou not now at this very instant, cast away thy filthinesse, thou knowest not what may happen before to morrow: while thou hast time turne;
So, why dost thou not now At this very instant, cast away thy filthiness, thou Knowest not what may happen before to morrow: while thou hast time turn;
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Challenge not to thy selfe thirtie or fortie yeares hereafter, for thou art not sure of one day or houre.
Challenge not to thy self thirtie or fortie Years hereafter, for thou art not sure of one day or hour.
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As for you that haue neglected your youth, and slept that out, now awake, if euer you will awake;
As for you that have neglected your youth, and slept that out, now awake, if ever you will awake;
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Awake, for it is high time:
Awake, for it is high time:
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and as the Israelites gathered twice as much Manna the day before the Sabboth, as they did at any other time, because on the Sabboth they might gather none:
and as the Israelites gathered twice as much Manna the day before the Sabbath, as they did At any other time, Because on the Sabbath they might gather none:
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So thou that art aged, who lookest euery day for thy last Sabboth, shouldst redeeme thy time by double diligence, that thou hast formerly lost by sloath & negligence:
So thou that art aged, who Lookest every day for thy last Sabbath, Shouldst Redeem thy time by double diligence, that thou hast formerly lost by sloth & negligence:
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heare twice as much, pray twice as much, doe twice as much good as any young man doth:
hear twice as much, pray twice as much, do twice as much good as any young man does:
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It stands thee much vpon, for thou hast a great iourney to goe, and but a short time allotted.
It Stands thee much upon, for thou hast a great journey to go, and but a short time allotted.
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In a word, to you all: Repent, and that while it is called to day; deferre no longer, thou hast deferred too long:
In a word, to you all: repent, and that while it is called to day; defer no longer, thou hast deferred too long:
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be now more wise, and doe that in time, which all the world would doe out of time, and cannot.
be now more wise, and do that in time, which all the world would do out of time, and cannot.
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All men seeke the Lord at last, but wise men seeke him while hee may be found:
All men seek the Lord At last, but wise men seek him while he may be found:
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what wretch so prophane, that vpon his death-bed, doth not make the Lord his refuge? Then the eye, the hand, is lifted vp vnto him;
what wretch so profane, that upon his deathbed, does not make the Lord his refuge? Then the eye, the hand, is lifted up unto him;
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then will they call for mercy, & desire others to pray to God for them.
then will they call for mercy, & desire Others to pray to God for them.
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But oh that there were such an heart in thee, that thou wouldst doe thus now while time is,
But o that there were such an heart in thee, that thou Wouldst do thus now while time is,
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and the gate of Gods mercy is set open for thee. The old world had a time for repentance, while Noah preached:
and the gate of God's mercy is Set open for thee. The old world had a time for Repentance, while Noah preached:
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Sodome had her time, while Lot visited: Ierusalem had a time, while Christ conuersed in her: So had Diues his time; and Esau his time:Sodom had her time, while Lot visited: Ierusalem had a time, while christ conversed in her: So had Diues his time; and Esau his time:
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the fiue foolish virgines their time: and Iesabell her time for Repentance: which, being neglected, they had no more time offered.
the fiue foolish Virgins their time: and Jezebel her time for Repentance: which, being neglected, they had no more time offered.
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If the filthy Sodomites, if prophane Esau, if the foolish virgines, if the rich Glutton, if whorish Iesabell were now aliue, what would they doe? or rather what would they not doe, to obtaine saluation? Nothing would be so much esteemed,
If the filthy Sodomites, if profane Esau, if the foolish Virgins, if the rich Glutton, if whorish Jezebel were now alive, what would they do? or rather what would they not do, to obtain salvation? Nothing would be so much esteemed,
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as a trice of time, which heretofore by dayes, weekes, moneths, yeares, was lauishly mispent. Oh that thou knewest what treasure time offers to thy soule!
as a trice of time, which heretofore by days, weeks, months, Years, was lavishly Mis-spent. O that thou Knewest what treasure time offers to thy soul!
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thou wouldst then looke with a iealous eye on the hour-glasse, and sigh at the dropping of euery sand that falls:
thou Wouldst then look with a jealous eye on the hourglass, and sighs At the dropping of every sand that falls:
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Be not so foolish as to hazard thy soule to the last houre. Remember the reasons that were formerly brought, and well consider them:
Be not so foolish as to hazard thy soul to the last hour. remember the Reasons that were formerly brought, and well Consider them:
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thou hast no lease for thy life: this night may thy soule be taken from thee:
thou hast no lease for thy life: this night may thy soul be taken from thee:
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and say thou doest liue till thy hayres be gray, what likelihood is there that God will then giue thee grace to repent, who hast obstinately refused grace all the dayes of thy life? Hath not God shewed his visible iudgements on such putters off? Some dying suddenly, others sottishly, others desperately,
and say thou dost live till thy hairs be grey, what likelihood is there that God will then give thee grace to Repent, who hast obstinately refused grace all the days of thy life? Hath not God showed his visible Judgments on such putters off? some dying suddenly, Others sottishly, Others desperately,
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as that wretch, who was wont to boast, that he could repent, if he had time to say but three words, Lord haue mercie on me;
as that wretch, who was wont to boast, that he could Repent, if he had time to say but three words, Lord have mercy on me;
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which time he had, and did speake three words, but they were not those he did intend, but three other more fearefull:
which time he had, and did speak three words, but they were not those he did intend, but three other more fearful:
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for, riding ouer a water, vpon a broken bridge, his horse stumbled, and both fell in, and were drowned;
for, riding over a water, upon a broken bridge, his horse stumbled, and both fell in, and were drowned;
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yet before his drowning, he had leisure to vse these three words, The Deuill take all, and thus he perished.
yet before his drowning, he had leisure to use these three words, The devil take all, and thus he perished.
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This and many other like examples, are for warning vnto thee, that thou shouldest not deferre, as they haue done:
This and many other like Examples, Are for warning unto thee, that thou Shouldst not defer, as they have done:
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by their harmes learne thou to beware, and venture not the saluation of thy soule vpon vncertaintie.
by their harms Learn thou to beware, and venture not the salvation of thy soul upon uncertainty.
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There is no hurt comes by timely. Repentance, but much dammage by delaying, and deferring. Neuer did I know any repent of their timely Repentance:
There is no hurt comes by timely. Repentance, but much damage by delaying, and deferring. Never did I know any Repent of their timely Repentance:
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but I haue heard many lament, for their turning no sooner:
but I have herd many lament, for their turning no sooner:
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And indeed there is great cause to suspect that Repentance, which is thus put off till the last houre, And indeed there is great cause to suspect that Repentance, which is thus put off till the last hour,
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and which many thousands frame vnto themselues at the last gasp: for it is many times more forced and feined, then safe and sound;
and which many thousands frame unto themselves At the last gasp: for it is many times more forced and feigned, then safe and found;
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sinne then rather leauing man, then man his sinne: deferre not therefore, but presently fall about this worke;
sin then rather leaving man, then man his sin: defer not Therefore, but presently fallen about this work;
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make not any tarrying to turne vnto the Lord, but with Dauid, make hast to keepe Gods commaundements.
make not any tarrying to turn unto the Lord, but with David, make haste to keep God's Commandments.
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Remember the words of Ambrose (with which I will end this vse and doctrine) He that repenteth at the last houre ▪ and is reconciled, remember the words of Ambrose (with which I will end this use and Doctrine) He that Repenteth At the last hour ▪ and is reconciled,
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and so departeth out of this life, whether he be secure and safe from condemnation I am not certaine:
and so departeth out of this life, whither he be secure and safe from condemnation I am not certain:
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Doe I say he shall be damned? I say not so, neyther do I say he shall be saued.
Do I say he shall be damned? I say not so, neither do I say he shall be saved.
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But wouldst thou my brother be out of doubt, concerning thy saluation? And wouldst thou be deliuered from vncertaintie? Repent then while thou art in health:
But Wouldst thou my brother be out of doubt, Concerning thy salvation? And Wouldst thou be Delivered from uncertainty? repent then while thou art in health:
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for, if thou doest truely repent in thy health, and the last day so finde thee, then thou art safe:
for, if thou dost truly Repent in thy health, and the last day so find thee, then thou art safe:
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because thou hast repented, whilest yet thou mightest haue sinned. And thus we haue seene what he did.Because thou hast repented, whilst yet thou Mightest have sinned. And thus we have seen what he did.
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Now we are in the next place, to heare what he sayth, according to my proposed method.
Now we Are in the next place, to hear what he say, according to my proposed method.
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VERSE 21. And the sonne sayd vnto him, Father I haue sinned against heauen, and in thy sight, VERSE 21. And the son said unto him, Father I have sinned against heaven, and in thy sighed,
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and am no more worthy to be called thy sonne. THere are some who say and doe not, and some that doe and say not, but he doth both: whence learne this in generall;
and am no more worthy to be called thy son. THere Are Some who say and do not, and Some that do and say not, but he does both: whence Learn this in general;
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Where, there is true grace, there will be a manifestation of it, both by deed and word. Where, there is true grace, there will be a manifestation of it, both by deed and word.
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With the heart man beleeueth vnto righteousnesse, and with the mouth confession is made vnto saluation, sayth the Apostle.With the heart man Believeth unto righteousness, and with the Mouth Confessi is made unto salvation, say the Apostle.
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And againe in another place he thus sayth, I beleeued and therefore haue I spoken. We also beleeue, and therefore speake.
And again in Another place he thus say, I believed and Therefore have I spoken. We also believe, and Therefore speak.
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See one example amongst many that might be brought, to proue this;
See one Exampl among many that might be brought, to prove this;
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In the beleeuers of Ephesus, it is sayd of them, that they confessed, and shewed their deedes;
In the believers of Ephesus, it is said of them, that they confessed, and showed their Deeds;
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As they had true grace, so they made it manifest both by speaking and doing.
As they had true grace, so they made it manifest both by speaking and doing.
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The reason is, because the grace of Christ is euery whit as large as the sinne of Adam: And as there is no part, or power of soule or bodie,
The reason is, Because the grace of christ is every whit as large as the sin of Adam: And as there is no part, or power of soul or body,
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but is corrupted, so there is no part or power of soule or bodie, but is in part sanctified:
but is corrupted, so there is no part or power of soul or body, but is in part sanctified:
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and howeuer this power of Gods sanctifying spirit appeares not alike, euidently in euery part, yet hath euery part and particle his seasoning with grace.
and however this power of God's sanctifying Spirit appears not alike, evidently in every part, yet hath every part and particle his seasoning with grace.
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Looke then as corruption doth shew it selfe in euery member (as hand, tongue, eye, eare, feet, &c.) so will grace also, where it is truely wrought.
Look then as corruption does show it self in every member (as hand, tongue, eye, ear, feet, etc.) so will grace also, where it is truly wrought.
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This then serueth, first, for reprehension of two sorts of people: first, Hypocrites, who say but doe not, and secondly, Nicodemites, who doe, but say not: This then serveth, First, for reprehension of two sorts of people: First, Hypocrites, who say but do not, and secondly, Nicodemites, who do, but say not:
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For the first, they fry in words, but freze in deeds; talke by ells, but worke by inches;
For the First, they fry in words, but freze in Deeds; talk by Else, but work by inches;
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they confesse faire, but practise foule:
they confess fair, but practise foul:
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their workes and words differ, as it is to be seene in some tap houses, where the walls shall haue sober sentences on them;
their works and words differ, as it is to be seen in Some tap houses, where the walls shall have Sobrium sentences on them;
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as feare God, honour the King, watch and pray, be sober, &c. When there is nothing but drunkennesse in the roomes.
as Fear God, honour the King, watch and pray, be Sobrium, etc. When there is nothing but Drunkenness in the rooms.
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What was said of Iulian the Apostata, may be said of these; they haue a busie tongue, but a lazie hand.
What was said of Iulian the Apostata, may be said of these; they have a busy tongue, but a lazy hand.
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With these kinde of painted Sepulchers, is our Church pestered, it were well, if they would once learne eyther to be as they professe,
With these kind of painted Sepulchers, is our Church pestered, it were well, if they would once Learn either to be as they profess,
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or professe to be as indeede they are:
or profess to be as indeed they Are:
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But I haue small hope to preuaile with these, and therefore I will spare my breath, and come to the other sort,
But I have small hope to prevail with these, and Therefore I will spare my breath, and come to the other sort,
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and they are our Peter like professors, Nicodemites, who thinke it sufficient, if they beleeue wel,
and they Are our Peter like professors, Nicodemites, who think it sufficient, if they believe well,
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though they confesse nothing at all.
though they confess nothing At all.
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We haue many that liue in the bosome of our Church, who carry themselues so closely, that a man may be acquainted with them many yeares,
We have many that live in the bosom of our Church, who carry themselves so closely, that a man may be acquainted with them many Years,
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yet not know of what Religion they are of, they may be Atheists, or Papists, or Brownists; a man cannot tell by their profession.
yet not know of what Religion they Are of, they may be Atheists, or Papists, or Brownists; a man cannot tell by their profession.
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If they be Christians, a man had need be told so, for it doth not appeare by their workes and actions.
If they be Christians, a man had need be told so, for it does not appear by their works and actions.
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Looke what course the foolish Painter doth take with his ill-fauoured pictures, writing vnderneath their names,
Look what course the foolish Painter does take with his ill-favoured pictures, writing underneath their names,
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as, this is a Beare, or this is a Lyon, that so all may know them;
as, this is a Bear, or this is a lion, that so all may know them;
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the same course had we need to take with these, that they may be knowne to be beleeuers and professors.
the same course had we need to take with these, that they may be known to be believers and professors.
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But let such know, that had they true grace, it would breake forth like fire, after it hath beene long kept in,
But let such know, that had they true grace, it would break forth like fire, After it hath been long kept in,
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and discouer it selfe both by deedes and words.
and discover it self both by Deeds and words.
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Grace will find vent first or last, where euer it be, and manifestly declare, and make it selfe knowne both by hand and tongue.
Grace will find vent First or last, where ever it be, and manifestly declare, and make it self known both by hand and tongue.
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Secondly, let this teach vs, to make manifest the graces God hath bestowed on vs, and openly to professe it.
Secondly, let this teach us, to make manifest the graces God hath bestowed on us, and openly to profess it.
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Trees of Gods planting haue both leaues & fruit, leaues are for a medicinable vse, and therfore may not be wanting.
Trees of God's planting have both leaves & fruit, leaves Are for a medicinable use, and Therefore may not be wanting.
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Remember the words of Christ, and consider of them, Whosoeuer shall confesse me before men, him will I confesse also before my Father which is in heauen.
remember the words of christ, and Consider of them, Whosoever shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven.
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But whosoeuer shall denie me before my ••ther, him will I also denie before my Father in heauen. But whosoever shall deny me before my ••ther, him will I also deny before my Father in heaven.
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Be not then ashamed of the profession of godlinesse, vnlesse thou wouldst haue Christ to be ashamed of thee at the last day.
Be not then ashamed of the profession of godliness, unless thou Wouldst have christ to be ashamed of thee At the last day.
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Now wee come more particularly vnto the words, which are a Confession of sinnes made by this Prodigall vnto his father. Wherein obserue;
Now we come more particularly unto the words, which Are a Confessi of Sins made by this Prodigal unto his father. Wherein observe;
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First, the matter of his Confession, I haue sinned. Secondly, the circumstances; as first, to whom, viz. to his father: secondly, the manner how:
First, the matter of his Confessi, I have sinned. Secondly, the Circumstances; as First, to whom, viz. to his father: secondly, the manner how:
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And that was with Exaggeration, Against heauen, &c. Humiliation, And am no more worthy, &c. But why doth this Prodigall leaue out that same latter clause, which hee did purpose to vse, verse 19. make me as one of thy hired seruants:
And that was with Exaggeration, Against heaven, etc. Humiliation, And am no more worthy, etc. But why does this Prodigal leave out that same latter clause, which he did purpose to use, verse 19. make me as one of thy hired Servants:
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heere he confesseth his sin, but craues no pardon.
Here he Confesses his since, but craves no pardon.
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Some are of iudgement, that it was not omitted, though they be not heere recited by the Euangelist;
some Are of judgement, that it was not omitted, though they be not Here recited by the Evangelist;
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for it is vsuall in Scripture, when any thing is repeated, which formerly hath beene said, to omit something of what formerly was spoken. for it is usual in Scripture, when any thing is repeated, which formerly hath been said, to omit something of what formerly was spoken.
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Or secondly, his heart might bee so surcharged with greife, as that his words might faile, his passions (happily) drunke vp his speech, and made that imperfect.
Or secondly, his heart might be so surcharged with grief, as that his words might fail, his passion (happily) drunk up his speech, and made that imperfect.
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So sweet a harmony might bee betweene his heart and tongue, a broken heart, and a broken prayer.
So sweet a harmony might be between his heart and tongue, a broken heart, and a broken prayer.
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Or lastly, his father might interrupt him, and cut off his speech, with his hasty calling vpon his seruants.
Or lastly, his father might interrupt him, and Cut off his speech, with his hasty calling upon his Servants.
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And so much may the word but, in the next verse seeme to imply. These may bee the reasons.
And so much may the word but, in the next verse seem to imply. These may be the Reasons.
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Now to come to some Instructions. And first, in that the Prodigall maketh a confession of his sinne: we may hence learne:
Now to come to Some Instructions. And First, in that the Prodigal makes a Confessi of his sin: we may hence Learn:
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Without confession there is no remission. Whosoeuer would haue pardon and forgiuenesse of sinnes from God; Without Confessi there is no remission. Whosoever would have pardon and forgiveness of Sins from God;
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must bring them in an acknowledgement and hearty confession, before him.
must bring them in an acknowledgement and hearty Confessi, before him.
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Now (for the further explanation of this point) wee are to know that there is a two-fold confession: Ciuill, and Religious.
Now (for the further explanation of this point) we Are to know that there is a twofold Confessi: Civil, and Religious.
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Ciuil confession is either Publique, or, Priuate.
Civil Confessi is either Public, or, Private.
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Publique, is that which is made before a Iudge or Magistrate by malefactors, such a kinde of confession was that which Achan made,
Public, is that which is made before a Judge or Magistrate by malefactors, such a kind of Confessi was that which achan made,
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when he was examined before Iosua. Priuate, is that which is made by one man to another, for some trespasse done, or wrong offered.
when he was examined before Iosua. Private, is that which is made by one man to Another, for Some trespass done, or wrong offered.
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Thus Abimelech was willed to confesse to Abraham, the wrong that he had (though vnwittingly) offered.
Thus Abimelech was willed to confess to Abraham, the wrong that he had (though unwittingly) offered.
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With this kinde of confession we haue not now to doe. Religious confession is that which is made to God, as a part of his worship;
With this kind of Confessi we have not now to do. Religious Confessi is that which is made to God, as a part of his worship;
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and with this wee haue now to deale. And it is either Publique, or, Priuate. That is publique, which is made in the publique assemblies.
and with this we have now to deal. And it is either Public, or, Private. That is public, which is made in the public assemblies.
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And that either Generally, by the Minister with the whole Congregation: or else Particularly, by some one man before the Congregation.
And that either Generally, by the Minister with the Whole Congregation: or Else Particularly, by Some one man before the Congregation.
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This generall confession, which is thus made by the whole Congregation together, both Minister & people, Is Ordinary, or, Extraordinary.
This general Confessi, which is thus made by the Whole Congregation together, both Minister & people, Is Ordinary, or, Extraordinary.
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Ordinary, as at vsuall times and common assemblies, as that of Aaron, who was commanded to lay his hands vpon the liue Goat,
Ordinary, as At usual times and Common assemblies, as that of Aaron, who was commanded to lay his hands upon the live Goat,
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and confesse ouer him all the iniquities of the children of Israel. Extraordinary; As in time of some great and generall calamity:
and confess over him all the iniquities of the children of Israel. Extraordinary; As in time of Some great and general calamity:
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Such was that Ioel 2.15, 16, 17. which the Preists & Ministers of the Lord are willed to make, Such was that Joel 2.15, 16, 17. which the Priests & Ministers of the Lord Are willed to make,
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and that which Ezra and Nehemiah did make vnto the Lord.
and that which Ezra and Nehemiah did make unto the Lord.
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The Particular confession is that, which is made by one man particularly before the whole congregation, The Particular Confessi is that, which is made by one man particularly before the Whole congregation,
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for some publique and hainous sinne, or sinnes, by him committed, that so the Church might bee satisfied, which is by him offended;
for Some public and heinous sin, or Sins, by him committed, that so the Church might be satisfied, which is by him offended;
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and such a confession was that of the incestuous person, 2 Cor. 2.6. And thus we see what this publike Confession is, now for the priuate;
and such a Confessi was that of the incestuous person, 2 Cor. 2.6. And thus we see what this public Confessi is, now for the private;
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which is, when the fault is confessed priuately; and this must then be vsed, when the sinne is priuate:
which is, when the fault is confessed privately; and this must then be used, when the sin is private:
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This also may be made to God, or, Man. To God; and that either in Generall, or, Particular,
This also may be made to God, or, Man. To God; and that either in General, or, Particular,
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In Generall, as when a sinner doth onely in generall manner confesse that he is a sinner, that hee hath offended God, and done wickedly: so did the Iewes confesse; Our transgressions are multiplyed, &c. In Particular, when there is an acknowledgement of particular sinne•, which we are guilty of. In General, as when a sinner does only in general manner confess that he is a sinner, that he hath offended God, and done wickedly: so did the Iewes confess; Our transgressions Are multiplied, etc. In Particular, when there is an acknowledgement of particular sinne•, which we Are guilty of.
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Thus did the Iewes also in the place before quoted, where they confesse and say; In transgressing and lying against the Lord, and departing away from our God:
Thus did the Iewes also in the place before quoted, where they confess and say; In transgressing and lying against the Lord, and departing away from our God:
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speaking oppression and reuolt, conceiuing and vttering from the heart words of falshood. speaking oppression and revolt, conceiving and uttering from the heart words of falsehood.
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So did Ezra, who acknowledged in the behalfe of the people, their speciall sinne of marrying strange wiues. So did Ezra, who acknowledged in the behalf of the people, their special sin of marrying strange wives.
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To Man also, may priuate confession be made, as in trouble of conscience to finde peace: To Man also, may private Confessi be made, as in trouble of conscience to find peace:
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when sinne lieth heauy vpon the soule, and clogs the conscience, notwithstanding confession hath beene made vnto the Lord, then may a man make knowen his griefe to another in priuate,
when sin lies heavy upon the soul, and clogs the conscience, notwithstanding Confessi hath been made unto the Lord, then may a man make known his grief to Another in private,
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and voluntarily confesse (either to his Pastor, or to some other discreet and faithfull Christian, who is able to counsell and to comfort him, to pray with him,
and voluntarily confess (either to his Pastor, or to Some other discreet and faithful Christian, who is able to counsel and to Comfort him, to pray with him,
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and for him, vnto God, that such or such a sinne doth trouble him, according to S. Iames his councell, Confesse one to another, and pray one for another.
and for him, unto God, that such or such a sin does trouble him, according to S. James his council, Confess one to Another, and pray one for Another.
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Thus we haue seene the seuerall kindes of confession, now hee that is truely penitent, will not sticke,
Thus we have seen the several Kinds of Confessi, now he that is truly penitent, will not stick,
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neither may he sticke to make confession, according to the nature of his sinne: if it bee publique, his confession must be publique;
neither may he stick to make Confessi, according to the nature of his sin: if it be public, his Confessi must be public;
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if priuate, his confession may bee priuate.
if private, his Confessi may be private.
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Thus must he confesse, if hee would haue forgiuenesse, as may be prooued by many examples in Scripture.
Thus must he confess, if he would have forgiveness, as may be proved by many Examples in Scripture.
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Publike examples wee haue in Nehemias making a large confession of his and the peoples sinnes.
Public Examples we have in Nehemiah making a large Confessi of his and the peoples Sins.
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So in Ezra and Daniel, who in the behalfe of the people confesse that Iustice belongeth vnto God, So in Ezra and daniel, who in the behalf of the people confess that justice belongeth unto God,
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but shame and confusion to themselues:
but shame and confusion to themselves:
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Hereunto may bee annexed the example of the Niniuites, who openly confessed their sins to God.
Hereunto may be annexed the Exampl of the Niniuites, who openly confessed their Sins to God.
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And of the people who came to Iohn the Baptist to be baptized of him. Presidents also for this priuate practise wee haue many:
And of the people who Come to John the Baptist to be baptised of him. Presidents also for this private practice we have many:
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Dauid confesseth & bewaileth his folly in numbring of the people; his adultery with Vrias wife; David Confesses & bewaileth his folly in numbering of the people; his adultery with Vrias wife;
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his murder in causing her innocent husband to be slaine, & for these hee is content (if I may so speake) to doe penance euery Sabbath day in our Congregations, where his Psalmos are preached, read, heard, spoken of, and sung;
his murder in causing her innocent husband to be slain, & for these he is content (if I may so speak) to do penance every Sabbath day in our Congregations, where his Psalmos Are preached, read, herd, spoken of, and sung;
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for in how many Psalmes hath hee recorded his offences with his owne hand, that all Gods people might take notice of his fals,
for in how many Psalms hath he recorded his offences with his own hand, that all God's people might take notice of his falls,
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and be warned that they commit not the like offences.
and be warned that they commit not the like offences.
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The like confession is made by Paul of his misled life in the time of his vnregeneracy, I was a blasphemer, and a persecutor,
The like Confessi is made by Paul of his misled life in the time of his unregeneracy, I was a blasphemer, and a persecutor,
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and an oppressor, &c. and confesseth himselfe to be the greatest amongst sinners. The reasons of this point are these;and an oppressor, etc. and Confesses himself to be the greatest among Sinners. The Reasons of this point Are these;
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first, God cannot in iustice forgiue, except wee make our confession vnto him.
First, God cannot in Justice forgive, except we make our Confessi unto him.
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If we confesse our sinnes, he is faithfull and iust to forgiue vs our sinnes (saith Saint Iohn ). If we confess our Sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins (Says Faint John).
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But if there be no cōfession, then there is no promise:
But if there be no Confessi, then there is no promise:
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How can God then without violating his truth shew mercy vnto such? and therefore saith Salomon, Hee that hideth his sinnes shall not prosper:
How can God then without violating his truth show mercy unto such? and Therefore Says Solomon, He that Hideth his Sins shall not prosper:
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but who so confesseth and forsaketh them shall haue mercy. Such a one then as doth thus confesse, may looke for mercy and none els.but who so Confesses and Forsaketh them shall have mercy. Such a one then as does thus confess, may look for mercy and none Else.
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A Second reason is, Because there is no sound repentance for sinne, where there is no true confession of sinne.
A Second reason is, Because there is no found Repentance for sin, where there is no true Confessi of sin.
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For the inward sight of sinne would open our mouthes, and cause vs to confesse it.
For the inward sighed of sin would open our mouths, and cause us to confess it.
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When the heart is pricked, words will breake forth, the tongue cannot forbeare:
When the heart is pricked, words will break forth, the tongue cannot forbear:
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As we see in Dauid, who so soone as his heart smote him for numbring of the people cryed out.
As we see in David, who so soon as his heart smote him for numbering of the people cried out.
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I haue sinned exceedingly in that which I haue done. Thus, out of the abundance of the heart will the tongue speake as Christ saith. These may be the reasons. The vses follow. I have sinned exceedingly in that which I have done. Thus, out of the abundance of the heart will the tongue speak as christ Says. These may be the Reasons. The uses follow.
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And First (seeing this is so, That whosoeuer would haue pardon of sinne must confesse the same. And First (seeing this is so, That whosoever would have pardon of sin must confess the same.
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) This serueth to reprooue such as looke for pardon on Gods part, but will bring no confession for their part.
) This serveth to reprove such as look for pardon on God's part, but will bring no Confessi for their part.
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And there are diuers sorts of these. As first all ignorant ones: For how can these confesse sinne truly who know not what sinne is:
And there Are diverse sorts of these. As First all ignorant ones: For how can these confess sin truly who know not what sin is:
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They haue neuer had a sence nor feeling of it, and can such bewaile it? True it is they will confesse in generall they are sinners as others are, and God forgiue them;
They have never had a sense nor feeling of it, and can such bewail it? True it is they will confess in general they Are Sinners as Others Are, and God forgive them;
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but yet there sinnes neuer trouble them, nether haue they any feeling of what they say.
but yet there Sins never trouble them, neither have they any feeling of what they say.
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Let such know as are yet in •gnorance, that there estate is fearefull;
Let such know as Are yet in •gnorance, that there estate is fearful;
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for there is no hope of pardon, till we make confession and that we cannot doe vntill the Lord open our eyes to see our selues.
for there is no hope of pardon, till we make Confessi and that we cannot do until the Lord open our eyes to see our selves.
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A Second sort to be reproued; Are such as doe conceale their sinnes. A Second sort to be reproved; are such as do conceal their Sins.
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These haue knowledge of them, and do feele the burden, yet are loath to vtter them, and ashamed to confesse them. But here is shame misplaced:
These have knowledge of them, and do feel the burden, yet Are loath to utter them, and ashamed to confess them. But Here is shame misplaced:
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Where it should not be there it is, and where it ought to be there it's wanting;
Where it should not be there it is, and where it ought to be there it's wanting;
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God gaue shame for sinne, & boldnesse for confession;
God gave shame for sin, & boldness for Confessi;
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But (here is that saying true) The Diuells in't For the matter is so inuerted, that when sinne is committed shame is absent;
But (Here is that saying true) The Devils in't For the matter is so inverted, that when sin is committed shame is absent;
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but when sinne should be confessed then shame is present.
but when sin should be confessed then shame is present.
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It's strange me thinkes, that men should be bold and audatious in committing euill, in the view of the whole world,
It's strange me thinks, that men should be bold and audacious in committing evil, in the view of the Whole world,
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and yet will haue none to know them to be penitent for their faults: This is a bashfull diuell;
and yet will have none to know them to be penitent for their Faults: This is a bashful Devil;
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cast it forth, And if shame will moue you, then be mooued with the greatest shame;
cast it forth, And if shame will move you, then be moved with the greatest shame;
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for whether is it a greater shame, to confesse sinn before the Angells and the whole world, God sitting in his iudgement seate to condemn it,
for whither is it a greater shame, to confess sin before the Angels and the Whole world, God sitting in his judgement seat to condemn it,
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or before man God sitting in his mercy seate to pardon it? For confessed it must be either here or here after.
or before man God sitting in his mercy seat to pardon it? For confessed it must be either Here or Here After.
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In the meanetime know, thou hidest mercy from thy selfe, but not thy sinnes from God, who knoweth them (and except thou dost confesse) will one day Set them in order before thy eyes, to the horror of thy soule.
In the meantime know, thou hidest mercy from thy self, but not thy Sins from God, who Knoweth them (and except thou dost confess) will one day Set them in order before thy eyes, to the horror of thy soul.
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A Third sort are such as doe excuse them. They will not altogether conceale and hide, but they will shift it off;
A Third sort Are such as do excuse them. They will not altogether conceal and hide, but they will shift it off;
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and lay the fault on others.
and lay the fault on Others.
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This corruption is (within a day) as old as Adam, who posted of the matter from himselfe vnto his wife.
This corruption is (within a day) as old as Adam, who posted of the matter from himself unto his wife.
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The woman that thou gauest me shee gaue me of the tree. And so the woman after his example, laies the blame vpon the serpent; The woman that thou Gavest me she gave me of the tree. And so the woman After his Exampl, lays the blame upon the serpent;
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The Serpent beguiled me and I did eat. The Serpent beguiled me and I did eat.
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This milke wee haue sucked from our great Graund-mothers breast, and are growne as skilfull in it as they themselues were;
This milk we have sucked from our great Grandmothers breast, and Are grown as skilful in it as they themselves were;
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we can excuse and poast off sinne, and lay the blame on others; wee are growne expert at it;
we can excuse and post off sin, and lay the blame on Others; we Are grown expert At it;
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Sometimes the Starres shall be in fault, I haue done badly, but it was my destinie,
Sometime the Stars shall be in fault, I have done badly, but it was my destiny,
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surely I was borne in an ill houre: Otherwiles the Times shall beare the blame, this is not well I must indeed confesse,
surely I was born in an ill hour: Otherwhiles the Times shall bear the blame, this is not well I must indeed confess,
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but the times are bad wherein we liue, we can doe no other, God helpe vs, O•• vpon this wicked world;
but the times Are bad wherein we live, we can do no other, God help us, O•• upon this wicked world;
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They are well that are with God, and thus we daube vp the matter:
They Are well that Are with God, and thus we daub up the matter:
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When the Apostle vseth this as an argument to make vs more watchfull, In redeming the time because the dayes are euill.
When the Apostle uses this as an argument to make us more watchful, In redeeming the time Because the days Are evil.
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Sometimes we blame ill companie, and lay the fault on them: But for such a company I had not done thus or thus.
Sometime we blame ill company, and lay the fault on them: But for such a company I had not done thus or thus.
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This is Tyburne language common in the mouths of theiues, Oh that I had neuer seene his eyes, I would I had neuer known him,
This is Tyburn language Common in the mouths of theiues, O that I had never seen his eyes, I would I had never known him,
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& thus we shift the matter from our selues. And many there are that doe not sticke to lay the blame on God;
& thus we shift the matter from our selves. And many there Are that do not stick to lay the blame on God;
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It was Gods will that I should doe thus or thus.
It was God's will that I should do thus or thus.
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But let all these know, that so long as they thus seeke to excuse their sinnes,
But let all these know, that so long as they thus seek to excuse their Sins,
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and lay the fault on others, they are farre from that ingenuous confession, which must be made before remission and forgiuenesse can bee obtained.
and lay the fault on Others, they Are Far from that ingenuous Confessi, which must be made before remission and forgiveness can be obtained.
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A fourth sort are such, as doe denie their sinnes, and will not at all acknowledge them; A fourth sort Are such, as do deny their Sins, and will not At all acknowledge them;
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if they be told of them yet they will out-face it. Such a one was Gehezi; Thy seruant went no whether.
if they be told of them yet they will outface it. Such a one was Gehazi; Thy servant went no whither.
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And of the same brood were Ananias and Saphyra, who made no bones of lying to the holy Ghost:
And of the same brood were Ananias and Saphyra, who made no bones of lying to the holy Ghost:
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many such we haue amongst vs, who haue great skill in this art of deniall, reproue them and they will out-face it:
many such we have among us, who have great skill in this art of denial, reprove them and they will outface it:
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take them in the manner, yet they will denie it: or if they be brought to confesse any thing, it shall be this;
take them in the manner, yet they will deny it: or if they be brought to confess any thing, it shall be this;
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That, the first time of their taking, was the first time of their sinning.
That, the First time of their taking, was the First time of their sinning.
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A fift sort to be reprooued, are those that with a brazen face, and whorish forehead, will defend their sins. A fift sort to be reproved, Are those that with a brazen face, and whorish forehead, will defend their Sins.
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Drunkennesse, that is good fellowship, and theyle maintaine it. Pride, is but handsomenesse; drunkenness, that is good fellowship, and theyle maintain it. Pride, is but handsomeness;
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and how would you haue them goe? Fornication, a tricke of youth, and the best are enclined to it.
and how would you have them go? Fornication, a trick of youth, and the best Are inclined to it.
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And as for Swearing, they hope they may sweare, so they sweare truly: Thus is worldlinesse, vsury, oppression, maintained and defended:
And as for Swearing, they hope they may swear, so they swear truly: Thus is worldliness, Usury, oppression, maintained and defended:
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These are farre from confessing sinne, when they thus defend it, and so double it: and as they are farre from confession so are they also farre from remission.
These Are Far from confessing sin, when they thus defend it, and so double it: and as they Are Far from Confessi so Are they also Far from remission.
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These doe but feed themselues with wind, while they hope for heauen.
These do but feed themselves with wind, while they hope for heaven.
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And a last sort, are such, as bragge and boast of their lewd courses, yet will not sticke to say, they looke for heauen as well as any.
And a last sort, Are such, as brag and boast of their lewd courses, yet will not stick to say, they look for heaven as well as any.
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These can make themselues merry with their drunkennesse, and whoredomes, thefts, and murthers.
These can make themselves merry with their Drunkenness, and whoredoms, thefts, and murders.
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They will confesse, they did such, and such a vilany, at such a time, and in such a place.
They will confess, they did such, and such a villainy, At such a time, and in such a place.
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But this confession is rather a profession, and committing them afresh;
But this Confessi is rather a profession, and committing them afresh;
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and shall these finde mercy? Certainly a man need no great skill to read these mens doomes;
and shall these find mercy? Certainly a man need no great skill to read these men's dooms;
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for, except the Lord giue them a great measure of repentance, the very blacknesse of darknesse is reserued for them.
for, except the Lord give them a great measure of Repentance, the very blackness of darkness is reserved for them.
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Thus then we see the error of all these, who make themselues sure of remission,
Thus then we see the error of all these, who make themselves sure of remission,
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though they neuer bring their sinnes into a confession, but eyther conceale, or excuse, or hide,
though they never bring their Sins into a Confessi, but either conceal, or excuse, or hide,
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or defend, or boast of their euill actions. Let these in time looke well about them;
or defend, or boast of their evil actions. Let these in time look well about them;
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For though they make themselues neuer so sure of heauen, yet let me tell them, that this certaintie, is but a sencelesse presumption, which wil at length destroy their soules,
For though they make themselves never so sure of heaven, yet let me tell them, that this certainty, is but a senseless presumption, which will At length destroy their Souls,
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if they bring not themselues to this confession, which God requires: And now for a second vse.
if they bring not themselves to this Confessi, which God requires: And now for a second use.
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Is this so, that there is no remission, where there is no confession? Then let this admonish euery one, that desires to haue their sinnes remitted, to see, that they bee truly and vnfainedly confessed.
Is this so, that there is no remission, where there is no Confessi? Then let this admonish every one, that Desires to have their Sins remitted, to see, that they be truly and unfeignedly confessed.
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Conceale them not, hide them not, excuse them not, defend them not, and aboue all, take heed of glorying in them.
Conceal them not, hide them not, excuse them not, defend them not, and above all, take heed of glorying in them.
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Seeke not with Achan to hide that cursed thing, it wil proue thy ouerthrow; Be not Secretary to the Deuill, it is no good office;
Seek not with achan to hide that cursed thing, it will prove thy overthrow; Be not Secretary to the devil, it is no good office;
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conceale not that which God commaundes thee to make knowne. Sinnes that are smothered, will in the end fester vnto death:
conceal not that which God commands thee to make known. Sins that Are smothered, will in the end fester unto death:
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Remember remission is promised, but vpon condition of confession; suffer, then, no sinne to goe vnconfessed, which thou wouldst not haue to goe vnpardoned.
remember remission is promised, but upon condition of Confessi; suffer, then, no sin to go unconfessed, which thou Wouldst not have to go unpardoned.
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The onely way to haue thy sinnes couered is to vncouer them: the onely way to haue them hid, is to reueale them.
The only Way to have thy Sins covered is to uncover them: the only Way to have them hid, is to reveal them.
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For, when man vncouers, God doth couer; when man condemnes, God will iustifie; when man accuseth, God will pardon;
For, when man uncovers, God does cover; when man condemns, God will justify; when man Accuseth, God will pardon;
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But God will neuer cancell, what man doth conceale. Is thy offence publike? let thy confession be so.
But God will never cancel, what man does conceal. Is thy offence public? let thy Confessi be so.
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Be not ashamed of a needfull confession, when God may be glorified by it.
Be not ashamed of a needful Confessi, when God may be glorified by it.
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A sincere heart will not stand vpon termes of priuate reputation, much lesse will dare to giue the price of a Harlot,
A sincere heart will not stand upon terms of private reputation, much less will Dare to give the price of a Harlot,
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for a sacrifice for his sinne;
for a sacrifice for his sin;
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seeke not by money to buy out thy confession, thou canst haue small peace in it:
seek not by money to buy out thy Confessi, thou Canst have small peace in it:
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If thy offence hath beene priuate, goe to God in priuate, and humble thy selfe;
If thy offence hath been private, go to God in private, and humble thy self;
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giue not ouer confessing, vntill God hath spoken peace to thy soule, and giuen thee some assurance, that thy sinnes are forgiuen thee.
give not over confessing, until God hath spoken peace to thy soul, and given thee Some assurance, that thy Sins Are forgiven thee.
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And to stirre you vp to the performance of this duty, consider of these three motiues, (besides what hath beene already sayd.) And to stir you up to the performance of this duty, Consider of these three motives, (beside what hath been already said.)
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First, by thy confession, thou bringest glory to God; his Name is honoured, when thy sinnes are confessed: First, by thy Confessi, thou bringest glory to God; his Name is honoured, when thy Sins Are confessed:
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Thus saith Iosua to Achan, My sonne, giue, I pray thee, glory to the Lord God of Israel,
Thus Says Iosua to achan, My son, give, I pray thee, glory to the Lord God of Israel,
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and make confession to him, and tell mee now what thou hast done, hide it not from mee. and make Confessi to him, and tell me now what thou hast done, hide it not from me.
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Where we see he ioyneth giuing glory to God, and confession of sinne together. But how is God glorified, when sinne is confessed? Many wayes;
Where we see he Joineth giving glory to God, and Confessi of sin together. But how is God glorified, when sin is confessed? Many ways;
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for in our confessions wee giue him;
for in our confessions we give him;
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First, the glory and praise of his truth, in acknowledging that to be true, which his word chargeth on vs.
First, the glory and praise of his truth, in acknowledging that to be true, which his word charges on us
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Secondly, the glory of his Iustice; by acknowledging, that if he should punish vs, and throw vs into hell, wee had but our desert;
Secondly, the glory of his justice; by acknowledging, that if he should Punish us, and throw us into hell, we had but our desert;
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he should doe vs no wrong.
he should do us no wrong.
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Thirdly, the glory of his Wisedome; in that we acknowledge, no secret thing can be hid from him,
Thirdly, the glory of his Wisdom; in that we acknowledge, no secret thing can be hid from him,
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but that our secret'st sinnes are naked, and open before him.
but that our secretest Sins Are naked, and open before him.
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Fourthly, the glory of his Patience; in acknowledging his long-suffering, & forbearing of vs, whereas he might haue executed Martiall Law upon vs, and speedily haue consumed vs. Fiftly, the glory of his Power; in that we acknowledge there is no way to flie from him, but that the onely way for pardon, is by flying vnto him. Fourthly, the glory of his Patience; in acknowledging his long-suffering, & forbearing of us, whereas he might have executed Martial Law upon us, and speedily have consumed us Fifty, the glory of his Power; in that we acknowledge there is no Way to fly from him, but that the only Way for pardon, is by flying unto him.
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And lastly, the glory of his Mercie, in that we haue hope, that he will pardon and forgiue vs, and not impute our sinnes vnto vs.
And lastly, the glory of his Mercy, in that we have hope, that he will pardon and forgive us, and not impute our Sins unto us
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And thus we see, how the true and sincere confession of sinne, doth serue notably to the setting forth of the glo•y of Gods name.
And thus we see, how the true and sincere Confessi of sin, does serve notably to the setting forth of the glo•y of God's name.
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How should this, yea, how would this preuaile with vs, if there were any sparke of grace in our hearts? Thou that hast a long time dishonoured God by sinne, make some part of amends this way, by thy humble and heartie confession of it:
How should this, yea, how would this prevail with us, if there were any spark of grace in our hearts? Thou that hast a long time dishonoured God by sin, make Some part of amends this Way, by thy humble and hearty Confessi of it:
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Doest thou looke for glory from God? then see, that this way thou doest giue glory to God, honour him by heartie confession, whom thou hast hitherto dishonoured by thy presumption. Secondly, consider;
Dost thou look for glory from God? then see, that this Way thou dost give glory to God, honour him by hearty Confessi, whom thou hast hitherto dishonoured by thy presumption. Secondly, Consider;
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Confession of sinne brings confusion to Sathan. Sathan is confounded, when sin is confessed. Confessi of sin brings confusion to Sathan. Sathan is confounded, when since is confessed.
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His labour is to accuse vs night and day, and therefore is he called, The accuser of the brethren:
His labour is to accuse us night and day, and Therefore is he called, The accuser of the brothers:
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Now when we preuent him, and be the first accusers of our selues, oh the foyle that we giue him then do we stop his mouth, that he hath nothing to say against vs, nor wherewith to charge vs.
Now when we prevent him, and be the First accusers of our selves, o the foil that we give him then do we stop his Mouth, that he hath nothing to say against us, nor wherewith to charge us
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And lastly, consider, it •••gs peace to thy own soule, and quietnesse to thy heart:
And lastly, Consider, it •••gs peace to thy own soul, and quietness to thy heart:
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See this in Dauid, so long as he kept close his sinne, and held his tongue, his bones consumed,
See this in David, so long as he kept close his sin, and held his tongue, his bones consumed,
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and his moysture was turned into the drought of summer. He was night and day, as it were in Little-ease;and his moisture was turned into the drought of summer. He was night and day, as it were in Little-ease;
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he could haue no rest nor quietnesse, till he did acknowledge his sinne, and confesse against himselfe, his wickednesse to the Lord,
he could have no rest nor quietness, till he did acknowledge his sin, and confess against himself, his wickedness to the Lord,
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and so he had the punishment of his sin forgiuen. and so he had the punishment of his since forgiven.
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Looke then as a sicke stomach is eased by vomiting, so is a guiltie conscience eased by confession, and not before;
Look then as a sick stomach is eased by vomiting, so is a guilty conscience eased by Confessi, and not before;
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deferre not therefore to take this vomit, if thou wouldst haue ease. And so I passe from this to a third vse, which is, for our direction:
defer not Therefore to take this vomit, if thou Wouldst have ease. And so I pass from this to a third use, which is, for our direction:
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for, must confession goe before remission, then let euery one looke that as they confesse, so they make an vpright confession.
for, must Confessi go before remission, then let every one look that as they confess, so they make an upright Confessi.
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Many haue confessed, yet found small comfort: as, Pharoah, Saul, and Iudas, with many more;
Many have confessed, yet found small Comfort: as, Pharaoh, Saul, and Iudas, with many more;
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if therefore we would speed better then they did, we must looke that our confession be better then theirs was;
if Therefore we would speed better then they did, we must look that our Confessi be better then theirs was;
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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See then that you obserue diligently the true properties of it, and they are these;
See then that you observe diligently the true properties of it, and they Are these;
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First, it must be Particular, and of speciall sinnes, and not by lump, or whole sale: First, it must be Particular, and of special Sins, and not by lump, or Whole sale:
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There must be a particularizing of thy faults, and a culling out of thy chiefe transgressions,
There must be a particularizing of thy Faults, and a culling out of thy chief transgressions,
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and not content thy selfe with termes of generall acknowledgment. This hath beene the practise of Gods children continually.
and not content thy self with terms of general acknowledgment. This hath been the practice of God's children continually.
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Ezra and Nehemiah when they make confession, what specialties doe they rip vp? into what particulars doe they descend? So did Dauid: this euill haue I done. Ezra and Nehemiah when they make Confessi, what specialties do they rip up? into what particulars do they descend? So did David: this evil have I done.
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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Thus did Paul reckon vp his speciall sinnes, I was a blasphemer, &c. It is not then sufficient to say, I am a sinner, God forgiue me;
Thus did Paul reckon up his special Sins, I was a blasphemer, etc. It is not then sufficient to say, I am a sinner, God forgive me;
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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but there must be an acknowledgment of particulars, if we would haue God forgiue. To the Physitian thou wilt tell thy particular paines;
but there must be an acknowledgment of particulars, if we would have God forgive. To the physician thou wilt tell thy particular pains;
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in what part, in what manner, thou wert taken; and nothing shalbe concealed: but see thy folly here;
in what part, in what manner, thou Wertenberg taken; and nothing shall concealed: but see thy folly Here;
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Thou wilt confesse, that thou art sicke, that thou art a sinner, but there is all;
Thou wilt confess, that thou art sick, that thou art a sinner, but there is all;
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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as for thy speciall sins, God must find them out, thou wilt confesse none; dealing with him as Nabucadnezer, with his inchaunters about his dreame;
as for thy special Sins, God must find them out, thou wilt confess none; dealing with him as Nebuchadnezzar, with his enchanters about his dream;
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he had dreamed, but they must find what; so we are sinners, but God must find wherein.
he had dreamed, but they must find what; so we Are Sinners, but God must find wherein.
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But who knoweth the errors of his life, who can remember all his former faults?
But who Knoweth the errors of his life, who can Remember all his former Faults?
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Remember what thou canst, reckon vp thy speciall euills thou knowest that thou hast committed;
remember what thou Canst, reckon up thy special evils thou Knowest that thou hast committed;
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and the Lord will be pleased to accept of a generall repentance, for the rest as he did of Dauid.
and the Lord will be pleased to accept of a general Repentance, for the rest as he did of David.
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A Second property of true confession is, that it be made with the Whole heart; Such a confession as is fetched no furrher then from the mouth will neuer be respected:
A Second property of true Confessi is, that it be made with the whole heart; Such a Confessi as is fetched no furrher then from the Mouth will never be respected:
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This lip-labour God hateth as a lame offering and maimed sacrifice.
This lip-labour God hates as a lame offering and maimed sacrifice.
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Thus did Ephraim confesse, and the poore Publican, who smote vpon his breast, and said, Lord be mercifull to me a sinner.
Thus did Ephraim confess, and the poor Publican, who smote upon his breast, and said, Lord be merciful to me a sinner.
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Far from the heart are those drowsie confessions which many make;
far from the heart Are those drowsy confessions which many make;
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but let such know, that their cold confession, will bring but a cold effect and fruit of consolation in the end.
but let such know, that their cold Confessi, will bring but a cold Effect and fruit of consolation in the end.
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Thirdly, it must be freely and willingly, and not extorted or inforced:
Thirdly, it must be freely and willingly, and not extorted or enforced:
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Many doe confesse their sins, but they are drawne to it (as we say) by head and eares;
Many do confess their Sins, but they Are drawn to it (as we say) by head and ears;
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The anguish of their Soules, and horror of their Consciences; the violence of some sicknesse, or some other iudgment, doth force them to it.
The anguish of their Souls, and horror of their Consciences; the violence of Some sickness, or Some other judgement, does force them to it.
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But this is no free-will offering, and therefore not regarded:
But this is no freewill offering, and Therefore not regarded:
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Perfit confession must be voluntarie, and so was Dauids; I will confesse my sinne, and so thou forgauest &c.
Perfect Confessi must be voluntary, and so was David; I will confess my sin, and so thou forgavest etc.
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Fourthly, we must so confesse, as that we also purpose to leaue and forsake: for otherwise Pharaohs confession would be as good as ours;
Fourthly, we must so confess, as that we also purpose to leave and forsake: for otherwise Pharaohs Confessi would be as good as ours;
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then doth a man truly confesse, when he leaueth those sinnes, which he hath made confession of.
then does a man truly confess, when he Leaveth those Sins, which he hath made Confessi of.
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We may not then confesse, as the Papists doe, who presume to sinne because of confession;
We may not then confess, as the Papists do, who presume to sin Because of Confessi;
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nor as the Atheist doth, who confesseth sinne in a brauery, purposing to liue in it;
nor as the Atheist does, who Confesses sin in a bravery, purposing to live in it;
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but with good Shecaniah, so confesse, as that we make a couenant to leaue and forsake those sins, which we make confession of.
but with good Shecaniah, so confess, as that we make a Covenant to leave and forsake those Sins, which we make Confessi of.
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Fiftly, it must be in Faith: As with the one eye we must behold our sinnes, Fifty, it must be in Faith: As with the one eye we must behold our Sins,
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and the heynousnes of them, so with the other eye we must looke vpon the mercy of God in Christ:
and the heinousness of them, so with the other eye we must look upon the mercy of God in christ:
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So are we to dwell on the meditation of our sinnes, as that we forget not the riches of Gods grace.
So Are we to dwell on the meditation of our Sins, as that we forget not the riches of God's grace.
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Wee may not then confesse, as the convicted theefe before the Iudge, who expects nothing but hanging:
we may not then confess, as the convicted thief before the Judge, who expects nothing but hanging:
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but as the sicke man to his Physition, in hope of being cured.
but as the sick man to his physician, in hope of being cured.
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There is a confession, which is the daughter of desperation, as we see in Iudas, who confessed, I haue sinned, and hanged himselfe when he had done. Beware of that.
There is a Confessi, which is the daughter of desperation, as we see in Iudas, who confessed, I have sinned, and hanged himself when he had done. Beware of that.
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And lastly, with confession, Prayer must be added, and with the acknowledgment of our sinnes, remission must be craued. And lastly, with Confessi, Prayer must be added, and with the acknowledgment of our Sins, remission must be craved.
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I haue sinned exceedingly in that I haue done, (saith Dauid) therefore now Lord I beseech thee take away the ttespasse of thy seruant. I have sinned exceedingly in that I have done, (Says David) Therefore now Lord I beseech thee take away the ttespasse of thy servant.
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He doth as well begg mercy & forgiuenesse, as acknowledge his offence.
He does as well beg mercy & forgiveness, as acknowledge his offence.
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But this did did not Cain nor Iudas: Though they made confession of there faults, they cryed not for mercy,
But this did did not Cain nor Iudas: Though they made Confessi of there Faults, they cried not for mercy,
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and therefore receiued no comfort nor grace in time of neede.
and Therefore received no Comfort nor grace in time of need.
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Other properties there are necessarily required, as that it must be made with Exageration, we must aggrauate our sinnes and not extenuate them;
Other properties there Are necessarily required, as that it must be made with Exaggeration, we must aggravate our Sins and not extenuate them;
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As also that it bee made, with humiliation, and only vnto God, not to Saint or Angell.
As also that it be made, with humiliation, and only unto God, not to Saint or Angel.
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But these I am in the next place to handle, and therefore I passe them by here.
But these I am in the next place to handle, and Therefore I pass them by Here.
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See then that thy confession be made in this right manner, that it may be acceptable and pleasing vnto God:
See then that thy Confessi be made in this right manner, that it may be acceptable and pleasing unto God:
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Confesse not only in Generall that thou art a sinner, but reckon vp thy speciall sinnes; say.
Confess not only in General that thou art a sinner, but reckon up thy special Sins; say.
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Lord this and this haue I done; such a word did I speake, such a fault did I commit; Lord this and this have I done; such a word did I speak, such a fault did I commit;
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at such a time, in such a place to the prouoking of thy wrath, and that most iustly against me. At such a time, in such a place to the provoking of thy wrath, and that most justly against me.
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And see that thou confessest with the heart as wel as with the tounge, that thou maist call God himselfe for a witnesse:
And see that thou Confessest with the heart as well as with the tongue, that thou Mayest call God himself for a witness:
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Thou Lord who art the searcher of the heart and reynes, knowest that I confesse it with my soule, Thou Lord who art the searcher of the heart and reins, Knowest that I confess it with my soul,
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yea and that freely and willingly, without any extorting or enforcing, and with a full resolution to forsake it hereafter. Pardon therefore oh Lord! pardon and forgiue. yea and that freely and willingly, without any extorting or enforcing, and with a full resolution to forsake it hereafter. Pardon Therefore o Lord! pardon and forgive.
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And according to the multitude of thy mercies blot out this my offence. And according to the multitude of thy Mercies blot out this my offence.
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Thus (or after the like manner) must thou come before the Lord and make thy confession:
Thus (or After the like manner) must thou come before the Lord and make thy Confessi:
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which if thou dost, assure thy selfe (for God hath engaged his truth vpon it) that thou shalt obteine pardon and forgiuenesse.
which if thou dost, assure thy self (for God hath engaged his truth upon it) that thou shalt obtain pardon and forgiveness.
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And in the last place, seeing this is so. That the ready way to obteine pardon for sinne is to confesse it;
And in the last place, seeing this is so. That the ready Way to obtain pardon for sin is to confess it;
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Then this affordeth great comfort to such as are truely grieued and heartily sorry for them, who are euer confessing and bewailing their sinnes to the most high God;
Then this affords great Comfort to such as Are truly grieved and heartily sorry for them, who Are ever confessing and bewailing their Sins to the most high God;
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yea, such sinnes as none but their owne consciences can checke them for, and are much grieued because they can reueale no more.
yea, such Sins as none but their own Consciences can check them for, and Are much grieved Because they can reveal no more.
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Let not such bee too much discouraged, for assuredly, that sinne that is truely confessed shall neuer be imputed:
Let not such be too much discouraged, for assuredly, that sin that is truly confessed shall never be imputed:
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For God is faithfull and iust, who hath promised, the word is gone out of his mouth, which he will neuer recall;
For God is faithful and just, who hath promised, the word is gone out of his Mouth, which he will never Recall;
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he can no more denie it then denie himselfe. Comfort therefore thy selfe, for the more thou confessest the better it is for thee;
he can no more deny it then deny himself. Comfort Therefore thy self, for the more thou Confessest the better it is for thee;
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and how euer, in the Courts of men, confession brings shame and punishment: yet in Gods court it brings a couer and reward.
and how ever, in the Courts of men, Confessi brings shame and punishment: yet in God's court it brings a cover and reward.
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Father. ] Here we see to whom he makes confession.Father. ] Here we see to whom he makes Confessi.
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It is not to the seruants, nor to his brother, but to his Father. Hence learne;
It is not to the Servants, nor to his brother, but to his Father. Hence Learn;
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Confession of sinne must be made vnto the Lord. I acknowledged (saith Dauid) my sinne vnto the Lord. Confessi of sin must be made unto the Lord. I acknowledged (Says David) my sin unto the Lord.
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And so did Daniel, I prayed vnto the Lord my God, and made my confession,
And so did daniel, I prayed unto the Lord my God, and made my Confessi,
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and said, O Lord, we haue sinned, &c. This is giuen the Israelites in charge, That they should take vpon them words, and turne vnto the Lord. and said, Oh Lord, we have sinned, etc. This is given the Israelites in charge, That they should take upon them words, and turn unto the Lord.
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It is to God then, to whom we must turne, it is to him that we must confesse. The reasons are these.
It is to God then, to whom we must turn, it is to him that we must confess. The Reasons Are these.
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First, All sinne is committed against God.
First, All sin is committed against God.
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True it is, we may hurt and wrong men by our sinnes, and bring much damage both to the body and goods of others by the committing of them,
True it is, we may hurt and wrong men by our Sins, and bring much damage both to the body and goods of Others by the committing of them,
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as Dauid to Ʋriah; but the chiefest dishonour is against God, whose law is broken and transgressed.
as David to Ʋriah; but the chiefest dishonour is against God, whose law is broken and transgressed.
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And hence it was that Dauid did crye out, Against thee, against thee onely haue I sinned,
And hence it was that David did cry out, Against thee, against thee only have I sinned,
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and done euill in thy sight. and done evil in thy sighed.
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Now, if this be so, then am I to make confession vnto him him alone, hee being the party wronged,
Now, if this be so, then am I to make Confessi unto him him alone, he being the party wronged,
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and against whom the chiefest dishonour is. Secondly, God onely can forgiue sinnes, and none but he.
and against whom the chiefest dishonour is. Secondly, God only can forgive Sins, and none but he.
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It pertaineth onely vnto God to say, I haue pardoned, I will not destroy (saith Elihu in the Booke of Iob. ) The Iewes though they were blinde in many things, It pertaineth only unto God to say, I have pardoned, I will not destroy (Says Elihu in the Book of Job) The Iewes though they were blind in many things,
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yet this they knew, that none could forgiue sinnes but God onely.
yet this they knew, that none could forgive Sins but God only.
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And the Lord himselfe doth testifie as much, I, euen I, am hee that putteth away thy iniquities for my owne sake.
And the Lord himself does testify as much, I, even I, am he that putteth away thy iniquities for my own sake.
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Thirdly, It is very requisite that he to whom we make confession should know the heart (for sinners will dissemble.
Thirdly, It is very requisite that he to whom we make Confessi should know the heart (for Sinners will dissemble.
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) Now, this God onely doth, and none but hee: To him therefore are wee to come and make acknowledgement. ) Now, this God only does, and none but he: To him Therefore Are we to come and make acknowledgement.
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And lastly, Confession of sinne is a speciall part of diuine worship.
And lastly, Confessi of sin is a special part of divine worship.
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Now, God will not giue his glory to another, he will not haue any part-stakes with him, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God and him onely shalt thou serue. Now, God will not give his glory to Another, he will not have any part-stakes with him, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God and him only shalt thou serve.
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But then it may seeme vnlawfull to make confession vnto men, and to acknowledge our sinnes vnto them. Not so:
But then it may seem unlawful to make Confessi unto men, and to acknowledge our Sins unto them. Not so:
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We allow confession of sinnes to men, both in publique and priuate (as we haue heard in the beginning of the former doctrine) to testifie the truth of our Repentance, and for the setting vp of Gods glory,
We allow Confessi of Sins to men, both in public and private (as we have herd in the beginning of the former Doctrine) to testify the truth of our Repentance, and for the setting up of God's glory,
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and satisfaction of the parties wronged.
and satisfaction of the parties wronged.
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And first, This may serue to ouerthrowe the popish Auricular confession (held and maintained by that man of sinne) which vpon paine of damnation must be made in the eare of a Priest by euery one, immediately before the receiuing of the Sacrament of the Lords Supper.
And First, This may serve to overthrown the popish Auricular Confessi (held and maintained by that man of sin) which upon pain of damnation must be made in the ear of a Priest by every one, immediately before the receiving of the Sacrament of the lords Supper.
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A cunning inuention for the discouering of all states, and for the vpholding and enritching of that couetous and ambitious Sea:
A cunning invention for the discovering of all states, and for the upholding and enriching of that covetous and ambitious Sea:
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Hereby they come to know the hearts and affections of men, and knowing them, they can quickely tell what course to take for themselues, either for bringing good or preuenting mischiefe, for the enriching themselues and impouerishing of others.
Hereby they come to know the hearts and affections of men, and knowing them, they can quickly tell what course to take for themselves, either for bringing good or preventing mischief, for the enriching themselves and impoverishing of Others.
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As for the Scriptures they alledge, they make nothing for them, if they be throughly scanned, Confesse your sinnes one to another (saith S. Iames ) an expresse place say they to proue Confession of sinnes to a ghostly Father.
As for the Scriptures they allege, they make nothing for them, if they be thoroughly scanned, Confess your Sins one to Another (Says S. James) an express place say they to prove Confessi of Sins to a ghostly Father.
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There went out Ierusalem, and all Iudea, and all the regions round about Iordan, and were baptized of him in Iordan, confessing their sins (saith S. Mathew: ) Loe, say they,There went out Ierusalem, and all Iudea, and all the regions round about Iordan, and were baptised of him in Iordan, confessing their Sins (Says S. Matthew:) Lo, say they,
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how those conuerts did also practise it.
how those converts did also practise it.
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These are two of the maine pillers which they haue to vphold their building, when indeed neither of them is for their turne. These Are two of the main pillars which they have to uphold their building, when indeed neither of them is for their turn.
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As for the first, Let them know (if they will not wilfully bee ignorant, which is much to be feared) that the confession of faults which the Apostle there speakes of, is to bee made in time of sicknesse.
As for the First, Let them know (if they will not wilfully be ignorant, which is much to be feared) that the Confessi of Faults which the Apostle there speaks of, is to be made in time of sickness.
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Secondly, In the priuate houses of the diseased; And not in the Church;
Secondly, In the private houses of the diseased; And not in the Church;
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in the time of health, and in the eare of a Priest, and in their holy time of Lent a little before Easter.
in the time of health, and in the ear of a Priest, and in their holy time of Lent a little before Easter.
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Thirdly, The Confession hee there requires is to bee made one to another.
Thirdly, The Confessi he there requires is to be made one to Another.
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So then by this the Priest is as well bound to confesse to Lay-men, as they vnto the Priest;
So then by this the Priest is as well bound to confess to Laymen, as they unto the Priest;
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it bindes as well the one as the other, as two of their own side haue confessed.
it binds as well the one as the other, as two of their own side have confessed.
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As for the example of those conuerts which they alleage; this briefly. First, their confession was voluntary, not constrained.
As for the Exampl of those converts which they allege; this briefly. First, their Confessi was voluntary, not constrained.
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And secondly, It was generall, and not particular of all and euery sinne;
And secondly, It was general, and not particular of all and every sin;
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for had they confessed euery one and that particularly, Iohn must haue stood from morning to euening, many yeares together,
for had they confessed every one and that particularly, John must have stood from morning to evening, many Years together,
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because Ierusalem and all Iewry, and all the Countries round about came vnto him, as the Text saith;
Because Ierusalem and all Iewry, and all the Countries round about Come unto him, as the Text Says;
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had it therefore been as the Papists teach, Iohn must of necessity haue had shriuing worke enough for all the dayes of his life.
had it Therefore been as the Papists teach, John must of necessity have had shriving work enough for all the days of his life.
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Such a confession therefore, as they teach and vse, is neither necessary nor possible, and such a doctrine as was not heard of before Innocent the third, which was twelue hundred yeeres after Christ, hee was the first that made an act and decree touching it. Such a Confessi Therefore, as they teach and use, is neither necessary nor possible, and such a Doctrine as was not herd of before Innocent the third, which was twelue hundred Years After christ, he was the First that made an act and Decree touching it.
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But I will bee sparing in this poynt (for I intend not controuersie) so much hauing been written for the confutation of it.
But I will be sparing in this point (for I intend not controversy) so much having been written for the confutation of it.
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I now leaue them, and come to a second vse. Is this so, that confession of sinne is to bee made vnto the Lord:
I now leave them, and come to a second use. Is this so, that Confessi of sin is to be made unto the Lord:
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then see thou fly vnto him when thou hast offended, and make knowen thy faults to him, whom thou hast much dishonoured.
then see thou fly unto him when thou hast offended, and make known thy Faults to him, whom thou hast much dishonoured.
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But God already knowes them, what neede we then confesse them? But God already knows them, what need we then confess them?
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Wee must confesse them, not to make God know them, as if he knew them not before;
we must confess them, not to make God know them, as if he knew them not before;
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But first, to testifie our obedience, and performe that homage which wee owe vnto him.
But First, to testify our Obedience, and perform that homage which we owe unto him.
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Secondly, because God hath promised pardon and forgiuenesse vpon this condition, that wee confesse and acknowledge.
Secondly, Because God hath promised pardon and forgiveness upon this condition, that we confess and acknowledge.
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But cannot God forgiue sinne, without this condition, that we confesse it? The Question is not what God can doe, but what God will doe: But cannot God forgive sin, without this condition, that we confess it? The Question is not what God can do, but what God will do:
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He can doe farre more then he will; and will doe what he pleaseth. It is his will, that the end and meanes should go together:
He can do Far more then he will; and will do what he Pleases. It is his will, that the end and means should go together:
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he hath decreed it, and therfore will not alter it. Plead therefore no longer against thine owne saluation, but acknowledge thy faults vnto him:
he hath decreed it, and Therefore will not altar it. Plead Therefore no longer against thine own salvation, but acknowledge thy Faults unto him:
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remember he is one that knoweth before, what & wherin thou hast offended, and therfore seek not to hide any thing from his all-seeing eye.
Remember he is one that Knoweth before, what & wherein thou hast offended, and Therefore seek not to hide any thing from his All-seeing eye.
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Set thy selfe euer as in his presence, in making thy confession, whether it bee in publike or priuate,
Set thy self ever as in his presence, in making thy Confessi, whither it be in public or private,
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and bring with thee a holy blushing, a godly sorrow, and a full purpose to leaue and forsake those sins which thou makest confession of:
and bring with thee a holy blushing, a godly sorrow, and a full purpose to leave and forsake those Sins which thou Makest Confessi of:
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euermore remember thou hast to deale with God, & not with man, in this penitentiall exercise.
evermore Remember thou hast to deal with God, & not with man, in this penitential exercise.
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Were men thus perswaded, they durst not come with that impudency and hollownesse, to make acknowledgement, which now they doe;
Were men thus persuaded, they durst not come with that impudence and hollowness, to make acknowledgement, which now they do;
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but be thou perswaded of it, and in confessing of sinne, adde not sinne to sinne.
but be thou persuaded of it, and in confessing of sin, add not sin to sin.
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Against Heauen, and in thy sight ] Hee doth not mince and extenuate the matter; Against Heaven, and in thy sighed ] He does not mince and extenuate the matter;
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hee saith not, Father, I haue sinned, but I had no bad meaning, I knew not what I did.
he Says not, Father, I have sinned, but I had no bad meaning, I knew not what I did.
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Neither doth he plead the instability of his youth, to extenuate his fault, but he aggrauateth and enlargeth the greeuousnesse of his sinne,
Neither does he plead the instability of his youth, to extenuate his fault, but he Aggravateth and enlarges the greeuousnesse of his sin,
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and sets it out to the vttermost. 1. I haue sinned. 2. Against Heauen. 3. In thy sight. All tend to the aggrauation of his fault.
and sets it out to the uttermost. 1. I have sinned. 2. Against Heaven. 3. In thy sighed. All tend to the aggravation of his fault.
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To break a lawfull command enioyned by the Magistrate (though of ignorance) is a fault;
To break a lawful command enjoined by the Magistrate (though of ignorance) is a fault;
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wilfully to breake, it is a greater: but to doe it in his sight and presence, argueth great rebellion.
wilfully to break, it is a greater: but to do it in his sighed and presence, argue great rebellion.
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From the Prodigall his practice, let vs learne,
From the Prodigal his practice, let us Learn,
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That it is the property of a true penitent, not to mince, or coctennate his sinne, but to aggrauate and set it out, in the worst and vilest manner that hee can. That it is the property of a true penitent, not to mince, or coctennate his sin, but to aggravate and Set it out, in the worst and Vilest manner that he can.
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True repentance makes a man large and plentifull in the accusation of himselfe, it causeth a man to amplifie and exaggerate his offence,
True Repentance makes a man large and plentiful in the accusation of himself, it Causes a man to amplify and exaggerate his offence,
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and make the most and worst of sinne that possible can be. See this prooued by sundry examples.
and make the most and worst of sin that possible can be. See this proved by sundry Examples.
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Ezra confessing his owne sinnes, and the sinnes of the people, saith thus; Our iniquities are increased ouer our heads, and our trespasses growne vp to the heauens. Ezra confessing his own Sins, and the Sins of the people, Says thus; Our iniquities Are increased over our Heads, and our Trespasses grown up to the heavens.
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And Daniel, he confesseth thus, We haue sinned, and haue committed iniquity, and haue done wickedly,
And daniel, he Confesses thus, We have sinned, and have committed iniquity, and have done wickedly,
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and haue rebelled, euen by departing from thy precepts, and from thy iudgements. and have rebelled, even by departing from thy Precepts, and from thy Judgments.
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See what termes of aggrauation hee heapeth vp, as if all were too little that he could say against himselfe,
See what terms of aggravation he heapeth up, as if all were too little that he could say against himself,
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and the rest of the people.
and the rest of the people.
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So Dauid in his confession, for that sinne of numbring the people, I haue sinned greatly, in that I haue done;
So David in his Confessi, for that sin of numbering the people, I have sinned greatly, in that I have done;
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and now I beseech thee, O Lord, take away the iniquity of thy seruant, for I haue done very foolishly. and now I beseech thee, Oh Lord, take away the iniquity of thy servant, for I have done very foolishly.
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Such was his indignation against himselfe, for offending God, as that he had neuer enough in blaming of himselfe, 1. I haue sinned. 2. I sinned exceedingly. 3. I haue done foolishly. 4. Ʋery foolishly. Thus is hee large and plentifull in his owne accusation.
Such was his Indignation against himself, for offending God, as that he had never enough in blaming of himself, 1. I have sinned. 2. I sinned exceedingly. 3. I have done foolishly. 4. Ʋery foolishly. Thus is he large and plentiful in his own accusation.
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And so the Apostle Paul, speaking of his persecuting of the Church, doth set it out to the full.
And so the Apostle Paul, speaking of his persecuting of the Church, does Set it out to the full.
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I was (saith he) a persecutor, a blasphemer, & an oppressor, yea, the cheefe of all sinners. I was (Says he) a persecutor, a blasphemer, & an oppressor, yea, the chief of all Sinners.
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See how hee doth load himselfe with termes of reproch.
See how he does load himself with terms of reproach.
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Who could haue sayd more against him, then hee did against himselfe? Neither doth he, in vttering this speech, make a lye, Who could have said more against him, then he did against himself? Neither does he, in uttering this speech, make a lie,
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or speak for modesties sake, but, as he thought, in his very heart, esteeming no mans sinne like his owne,
or speak for modesties sake, but, as he Thought, in his very heart, esteeming no men sin like his own,
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nor feeling another mans, as his owne. The Reason may be this;
nor feeling Another men, as his own. The Reason may be this;
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Because the eyes of a Penitent are in some measure opened, so that hee now seeth sinne in its owne colors,
Because the eyes of a Penitent Are in Some measure opened, so that he now sees sin in its own colours,
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and apprehendeth it as a deadly, enemy to Gods glory, and his owne soules health.
and apprehendeth it as a deadly, enemy to God's glory, and his own Souls health.
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Now we know how ready we are to speake the worst we can, of those who are enemies vnto vs,
Now we know how ready we Are to speak the worst we can, of those who Are enemies unto us,
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and to set forth their vile practices to the vttermost.
and to Set forth their vile practices to the uttermost.
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Thus the hatred he beareth vnto sinne, causeth him to thinke, that hee can neuer sufficiently display it,
Thus the hatred he bears unto sin, Causes him to think, that he can never sufficiently display it,
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and maketh him so disposed, as that no malicious wicked man can so set forth the faults of his enemy, whom he deadly hates,
and makes him so disposed, as that no malicious wicked man can so Set forth the Faults of his enemy, whom he deadly hates,
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as he desires to set forth the loathsomnesse of his owne sinne. Thus we haue seene the reason. The vses follow.
as he Desires to Set forth the loathsomeness of his own sin. Thus we have seen the reason. The uses follow.
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And is a penitent, thus qualified? is there such a disposition in him, as that he will lay to his owne charge,
And is a penitent, thus qualified? is there such a disposition in him, as that he will lay to his own charge,
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as much as possibly he can? Then what shall we say of such as studie this art of mincing and extenuating sinne? The sinnes of others they can enlarge, they haue both will and skill in setting open to the view of the whole world, in euery branch and circumstance the faults of others,
as much as possibly he can? Then what shall we say of such as study this art of mincing and extenuating sin? The Sins of Others they can enlarge, they have both will and skill in setting open to the view of the Whole world, in every branch and circumstance the Faults of Others,
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so that many times they appeare to be greater, then indeed they are. But in confessing of their owne sinnes, they haue no such gift, nor facultie;
so that many times they appear to be greater, then indeed they Are. But in confessing of their own Sins, they have no such gift, nor faculty;
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then they doe so mince the matter, that mountaines seeme mole-hils, and mole-hils motes. Sinners they are, but yet not the greatest sinners:
then they do so mince the matter, that Mountains seem molehills, and molehills motes. Sinners they Are, but yet not the greatest Sinners:
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they are not alone, but others are as bad as they.
they Are not alone, but Others Are as bad as they.
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Iustifie themselues they will with that proud boasting Pharisie; God I thanke thee, I am not as other men are, extortioners, vniust, adulterers, or euen as this Publican:
Justify themselves they will with that proud boasting Pharisee; God I thank thee, I am not as other men Are, extortioners, unjust, Adulterers, or even as this Publican:
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so they thank God, they are neither whores nor theeues, murtherers, nor drunkards; and if they doe no worse, they trust they shall doe well enough.
so they thank God, they Are neither whores nor thieves, murderers, nor drunkards; and if they do no Worse, they trust they shall do well enough.
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This in stead of ingenuous confession, is to be seene and heard amongst men, which euidently proclaimeth, that true repentance is much wanting.
This in stead of ingenuous Confessi, is to be seen and herd among men, which evidently proclaims, that true Repentance is much wanting.
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Secondly, Wouldst thou haue pardon at the hands of God? then enlarge thy sinnes,
Secondly, Wouldst thou have pardon At the hands of God? then enlarge thy Sins,
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and lessen them not, stretch them out to the vtmost pinne, and set them forth at full, with their parts and circumstances:
and lessen them not, stretch them out to the utmost pin, and Set them forth At full, with their parts and Circumstances:
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At what time, in what place, after what manner, with what companie they were committed;
At what time, in what place, After what manner, with what company they were committed;
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let no circumstance of aggrauation be wanting, by which they may appeare the more foule and filthie:
let no circumstance of aggravation be wanting, by which they may appear the more foul and filthy:
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but as God seeth sinne in the vilenesse of it, so doe thou lay it before him, in the acknowledgement of it. Say after this manner;
but as God sees sin in the vileness of it, so do thou lay it before him, in the acknowledgement of it. Say After this manner;
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Ah Lord God, how haue I displeased thee? how grieuously haue I offended thee? Sinning not of ignorance, Ah Lord God, how have I displeased thee? how grievously have I offended thee? Sinning not of ignorance,
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but of knowledge, yea, wilfully and presumptuously, with a high hand:
but of knowledge, yea, wilfully and presumptuously, with a high hand:
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against the light of my conscience, and those blessed meanes thou hast affoorded mee for my restraint:
against the Light of my conscience, and those blessed means thou hast afforded me for my restraint:
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I haue grieued thy blessed spirit, and the hearts of thy children, and I haue opened the mouthes of the wicked, causing them to blaspheme, by reason of my sinful crime.
I have grieved thy blessed Spirit, and the hearts of thy children, and I have opened the mouths of the wicked, causing them to Blaspheme, by reason of my sinful crime.
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Thus am I not onely a sinner, but a rebellious sinner; not an ordinary offender, but an obstinate one:
Thus am I not only a sinner, but a rebellious sinner; not an ordinary offender, but an obstinate one:
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a filthy, loathsome, vncleane Leper, whose soule and bodie is wholy polluted and defiled;
a filthy, loathsome, unclean Leper, whose soul and body is wholly polluted and defiled;
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from head to foote there is nothing appearing, but wounds, bruses, and sores, full of corruption;
from head to foot there is nothing appearing, but wounds, bruises, and sores, full of corruption;
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all my thoughts, words, and deeds, are euill, onely euill, and that continually. Thus must thou aggrauate thy sinnes, and article against thy selfe.all my thoughts, words, and Deeds, Are evil, only evil, and that continually. Thus must thou aggravate thy Sins, and article against thy self.
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Vrge God againe and againe, to heare this, and this too, Lord, this sinne haue I committed,
Urge God again and again, to hear this, and this too, Lord, this sin have I committed,
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and this also, at such a time, in such a place, amongst such and such companie, there did I doe it, &c. And thus must thou exaggerate thy faults,and this also, At such a time, in such a place, among such and such company, there did I do it, etc. And thus must thou exaggerate thy Faults,
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and confesse them largely, and ingenuously. Thou didst enlarge thy sinnes in the committing, cut them not short in the confessing:
and confess them largely, and ingenuously. Thou didst enlarge thy Sins in the committing, Cut them not short in the confessing:
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Tell the worst tale thou canst against thy selfe, and thou shalt speed the better:
Tell the worst tale thou Canst against thy self, and thou shalt speed the better:
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And be ashamed that any should say worser of thee, then thou doest of thy selfe vnto the Lord.
And be ashamed that any should say Worse of thee, then thou dost of thy self unto the Lord.
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But doth not a man preiudice the truth, in amplifying of his owne weaknesse and vnworthinesse, But does not a man prejudice the truth, in amplifying of his own weakness and unworthiness,
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and in confessing more of himselfe then indeed is true, as the Apostle Paul, who sayth, he was the first or chiefe of sinners,
and in confessing more of himself then indeed is true, as the Apostle Paul, who say, he was the First or chief of Sinners,
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when there were many greater sinners then he? This question is thus answered;
when there were many greater Sinners then he? This question is thus answered;
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First, we must make a difference between the generall confession of the weaknesse and sinfulnesse of our nature, which the most perfect in this world may and must acknowledge;
First, we must make a difference between the general Confessi of the weakness and sinfulness of our nature, which the most perfect in this world may and must acknowledge;
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and a particular acknowledgment of some actuall sinne which a man is not guiltie of:
and a particular acknowledgment of Some actual sin which a man is not guilty of:
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Now, to confesse such or such a sinne, which a man hath not committed, is a preiudicing of the truth, and may not be done.
Now, to confess such or such a sin, which a man hath not committed, is a prejudicing of the truth, and may not be done.
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And thus Saint Paul, though he say, he was the chiefest sinner, yet hee doth not say, he was an Adulterer,
And thus Saint Paul, though he say, he was the chiefest sinner, yet he does not say, he was an Adulterer,
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or an Idolater, or the like, which sins he was free from.
or an Idolater, or the like, which Sins he was free from.
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Secondly, we are to know, the practise of Repentance (being an act of the affections) causeth a man to iudge,
Secondly, we Are to know, the practice of Repentance (being an act of the affections) Causes a man to judge,
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and speake of himselfe, according to the truth of that he doth conceiue and feele to be in himselfe,
and speak of himself, according to the truth of that he does conceive and feel to be in himself,
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and so according to his sence, to make his faults with the most, rather then with the least.
and so according to his sense, to make his Faults with the most, rather then with the least.
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And this a man may doe, and yet be within the compasse of the truth of his own conceiuing,
And this a man may do, and yet be within the compass of the truth of his own conceiving,
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though beyond the extent of the truth of his sinnes, in themselues exactly considered.
though beyond the extent of the truth of his Sins, in themselves exactly considered.
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And thus did the Apostle speake, according to his sence, and thought himselfe to be inferiour vnto all.
And thus did the Apostle speak, according to his sense, and Thought himself to be inferior unto all.
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And thus much for this Question, as also for this doctrine. Now, let vs proceed and come to the next, which is his Humiliation.
And thus much for this Question, as also for this Doctrine. Now, let us proceed and come to the next, which is his Humiliation.
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And am no more worthie to be called thy sonne. And am no more worthy to be called thy son.
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See how he humbleth, and abaseth himselfe vnto his Father, I am vnworthie to be thy sonne, yea, I am vnworthie the very name of sonne, so many haue beene my sinnes, See how he Humbleth, and abaseth himself unto his Father, I am unworthy to be thy son, yea, I am unworthy the very name of son, so many have been my Sins,
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so lewd hath bin my course. The instruction hence may be this;
so lewd hath been my course. The instruction hence may be this;
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The onely way to obtaine pardon for sinne, and procure Gods fauour, is with an humble heart, The only Way to obtain pardon for sin, and procure God's favour, is with an humble heart,
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and lowly soule to come before him. and lowly soul to come before him.
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The onely way to be exalted by him is to come vnto him in humilitie of soule, and lowlinesse of spirit.
The only Way to be exalted by him is to come unto him in humility of soul, and lowliness of Spirit.
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The practise of this Prodigall is a president for vs. For the farther proofe of this truth, remember what S. Peter sayth.
The practice of this Prodigal is a president for us For the farther proof of this truth, Remember what S. Peter say.
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Humble your selues therefore vnder the mightie hand of God, that he may exalt you. Humble your selves Therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you.
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And what S. Iames sayth, Humble your selues in the sight of God, and he shall lift you vp.
And what S. James say, Humble your selves in the sighed of God, and he shall lift you up.
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It is no hard matter to bring a cloud of witnesses to iustifie this, but I will be sparing,
It is no hard matter to bring a cloud of Witnesses to justify this, but I will be sparing,
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and remember you onely of that Parable of the proud Pharisie, and the Publican, and so away.
and Remember you only of that Parable of the proud Pharisee, and the Publican, and so away.
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These two goe vp into the Temple to pray.
These two go up into the Temple to pray.
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The Pharisie begins and prayes thus, God I thanke thee, I am not as other men, &c. He shewes not vulnera, but munera, not his wounds, but his worth; The Pharisee begins and prays thus, God I thank thee, I am not as other men, etc. He shows not vulnera, but Munera, not his wounds, but his worth;
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not his miserie, but his brauery:
not his misery, but his bravery:
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reputing himselfe so iust, that he neither sayth, thy kingdome come, nor yet forgiue vs our trespasses: But (as hauing no sinne,
reputing himself so just, that he neither say, thy Kingdom come, nor yet forgive us our Trespasses: But (as having no sin,
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and abounding alreadie with all grace) both these he leaues out; thanking God more for that other were bad, then for that himselfe was good.
and abounding already with all grace) both these he leaves out; thanking God more for that other were bad, then for that himself was good.
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Now the Publican, he stands a farre off, and would not lift vp so much as his eyes to heauen,
Now the Publican, he Stands a Far off, and would not lift up so much as his eyes to heaven,
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but smote vpon his breast, saying, God be mercifull to me a sinner. As the one exalts himselfe, in respect of his vertue:but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. As the one exalts himself, in respect of his virtue:
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so the other humbles himselfe, in regard of his sinne:
so the other humbles himself, in regard of his sin:
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As the one shews his robes, so the other (like a poore beggar) shewes his rags,
As the one shows his robes, so the other (like a poor beggar) shows his rags,
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and (as an humble petitioner) his grieuances.
and (as an humble petitioner) his grievances.
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Now marke how Christ applyes this, I tell you this man departed home vnto his house, more iustified then the other:
Now mark how christ Applies this, I tell you this man departed home unto his house, more justified then the other:
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for euery one that exalteth himselfe, shalbe abased, and he that humbleth himselfe shalbe exalted. The Reasons may be these: for every one that Exalteth himself, shall abased, and he that Humbleth himself shall exalted. The Reasons may be these:
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First, Such onely hath God promised to looke vpon, and shew mercie too; First, Such only hath God promised to look upon, and show mercy too;
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To this man will I looke, euen to him that is poore, and of a contrite spirit: and againe;To this man will I look, even to him that is poor, and of a contrite Spirit: and again;
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Thus saith the high and loftie one, that inhabiteth eternitie, whose name is Holy, I dwell in the high and holy place: Thus Says the high and lofty one, that Inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy, I dwell in the high and holy place:
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with him also that is of a contrite and humbled spirit, to reuiue the spirit of the humble,
with him also that is of a contrite and humbled Spirit, to revive the Spirit of the humble,
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and to reuiue the heart of the contrite ones: as for other, they haue no promise of fauour or of mercie. And secondly;and to revive the heart of the contrite ones: as for other, they have no promise of favour or of mercy. And secondly;
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Such onely are capable of grace and mercie. Full vessells can receiue no liquor, and haughtie hearts, no fauour; for they despise it.
Such only Are capable of grace and mercy. Full vessels can receive no liquour, and haughty hearts, no favour; for they despise it.
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As therefore the vessell must be emptied, and the ayre and wind remoued before any solid liquor can be receiued;
As Therefore the vessel must be emptied, and the air and wind removed before any solid liquour can be received;
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so must thou first cast out haughtinesse and pride out of thy heart, before mercie can be obtayned.
so must thou First cast out haughtiness and pride out of thy heart, before mercy can be obtained.
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Let the Vse of this, be for Exhortation. Come before the Lord with humbled soules and contrite spirits, Let the Use of this, be for Exhortation. Come before the Lord with humbled Souls and contrite spirits,
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for this is of him much set by.
for this is of him much Set by.
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And to stirre vs vp to the putting on of this grace (as the Apostle doth exhort vs) consider of these motiues;
And to stir us up to the putting on of this grace (as the Apostle does exhort us) Consider of these motives;
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first, Pride, it is the Deuils first borne, and the Deuils first poyson which Satan powred into our nature; First, Pride, it is the Devils First born, and the Devils First poison which Satan poured into our nature;
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and this (as Bernard speakes) is the Deuils character:
and this (as Bernard speaks) is the Devils character:
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for as the seruants of Christ and children of God, are knowne by charitie and humilitie; so the seruants of sinne,
for as the Servants of christ and children of God, Are known by charity and humility; so the Servants of sin,
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and sonnes of Satan, are knowne by pride and crueltie; and therefore let this moue vs to imbrace the one and abhorre the other.
and Sons of Satan, Are known by pride and cruelty; and Therefore let this move us to embrace the one and abhor the other.
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Secondly, God exalts such as are humble, but such as are proud doth his soule hate. His deeds hath manifested this:
Secondly, God exalts such as Are humble, but such as Are proud does his soul hate. His Deeds hath manifested this:
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hee called humble Dauid, from the Shepheards crooke to the Kings Crowne. He did so regard the meekenesse of the Virgine, that all generations count her blessed.
he called humble David, from the Shepherds crook to the Kings Crown. He did so regard the meekness of the Virgae, that all generations count her blessed.
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Thus he taketh vp the simple out of the dust, and lifteth the poore out of the myre.
Thus he Takes up the simple out of the dust, and lifts the poor out of the mire.
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But he deales otherwise with the proud, and euer hath done. The proud Angels he thrust out of heauen, and our proud parents out of Paradise:
But he deals otherwise with the proud, and ever hath done. The proud Angels he thrust out of heaven, and our proud Parents out of Paradise:
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For it he draue Nebuchadnezzar from the company of men, and made him to haue his habitation with the beasts of the field,
For it he drove Nebuchadnezzar from the company of men, and made him to have his habitation with the beasts of the field,
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and to eat grasse as Oxen. What shall I neede to speake of Haman, Herod, and others, whose pride did cause their fall and ruine? by this that hath beene said we see the Psalmists saying verified, Though the Lord be high,
and to eat grass as Oxen. What shall I need to speak of Haman, Herod, and Others, whose pride did cause their fallen and ruin? by this that hath been said we see the Psalmists saying verified, Though the Lord be high,
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yet hath he respect vnto the lowly; but the proud hee knoweth a farr off. The most high hath especiall respect to such as are most low.yet hath he respect unto the lowly; but the proud he Knoweth a Far off. The most high hath especial respect to such as Are most low.
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God cannot looke aboue him (saith one) because hee hath no superiour: nor about him, for that he hath no equall: God cannot look above him (Says one) Because he hath no superior: nor about him, for that he hath no equal:
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hee regards onely such as are below him.
he regards only such as Are below him.
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The lower then a man is, the neerer vnto God, and the more exposed to his sight, who looks from aboue:
The lower then a man is, the nearer unto God, and the more exposed to his sighed, who looks from above:
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but the higher he is, the farther is he off; and the more proud he is, the lesse is he respected.
but the higher he is, the farther is he off; and the more proud he is, the less is he respected.
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Seeing then this is so, how should this worke vpon vs, and make vs to decke our selues with this excellent grace;
Seeing then this is so, how should this work upon us, and make us to deck our selves with this excellent grace;
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which like the Violet (though it growes lowe by the ground, and hangs the head vnder some obscure leafe,
which like the Violet (though it grows low by the ground, and hangs the head under Some Obscure leaf,
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as willing to liue vnseene,) yet is the sweetest of flowers, and beloued of all.
as willing to live unseen,) yet is the Sweetest of flowers, and Beloved of all.
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Thirdly Humility, is the keeper of all graces, but Pride the spoyler of them. No boxe better to keepe those iewels in, then a heart well lined with humilitie.
Thirdly Humility, is the keeper of all graces, but Pride the spoiler of them. No box better to keep those Jewels in, then a heart well lined with humility.
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Looke as ashes doe preserue fire, so doth our humilitie the sparkles of Gods blessed spirit.
Look as Ashes do preserve fire, so does our humility the sparkles of God's blessed Spirit.
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But now on the other side, pride spoyles all. This, like Colloquintida, imbitters the whole pot of Pottage.
But now on the other side, pride spoils all. This, like Colloquintida, imbitters the Whole pot of Pottage.
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And, like a dead Flye, spoyles a whole boxe of oyntment, causing it to send forth a stinking sauour:
And, like a dead Fly, spoils a Whole box of ointment, causing it to send forth a stinking savour:
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This causeth our knowledge to stinke, our zeale to stinke, as it did Iehue's: In a word, any good thing that is in thee, is spoyled by this weed.
This Causes our knowledge to stink, our zeal to stink, as it did Jehue's: In a word, any good thing that is in thee, is spoiled by this weed.
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Oh how should this cause vs to be in loue with that grace, and detest this vice!
O how should this cause us to be in love with that grace, and detest this vice!
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Fourthly, Humility makes vs like Christ himselfe, and therefore must needes be an excellent vertue:
Fourthly, Humility makes us like christ himself, and Therefore must needs be an excellent virtue:
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this grace he willeth vs to learne of him, for he was meeke and lowly in heart.
this grace he wills us to Learn of him, for he was meek and lowly in heart.
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He disdayned not to wash his Disciples feet, to teach them humility.
He disdained not to wash his Disciples feet, to teach them humility.
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He made himselfe of no reputation, and tooke vpon him the forme of a seruant, that we might learne of him to be humble.He made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the Form of a servant, that we might Learn of him to be humble.
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Let the same minde therefore be in you (saith the Apostle) that was in Christ Iesus. Let the same mind Therefore be in you (Says the Apostle) that was in christ Iesus.
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He was humble, be thou then ashamed to bee proud.
He was humble, be thou then ashamed to be proud.
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Let these things be well thought of, and that by vs all, be we neuer so extraordinarily graced by God, Pride is such a sinne as it steales vpon the very best;
Let these things be well Thought of, and that by us all, be we never so extraordinarily graced by God, Pride is such a sin as it steals upon the very best;
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and Gods most sanctified children are most buffeted with it.
and God's most sanctified children Are most buffeted with it.
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Therfore these motiues are to bee remembred by vs all, and the Remedies to be vsed, which are these:
Therefore these motives Are to be remembered by us all, and the Remedies to be used, which Are these:
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First, carefull and conscionable attendance vpon the Word.
First, careful and conscionable attendance upon the Word.
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This is the hammer that must breake the heart, for vntill it be humbled, there is no good to be done.
This is the hammer that must break the heart, for until it be humbled, there is no good to be done.
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Is not my Word like a hammer, that breaketh the stone? This hammer will bruise this stony heart,Is not my Word like a hammer, that breaks the stone? This hammer will bruise this stony heart,
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and grind it to powder, and without this hammer, there is no hope of euer hauing the heart truely humbled.
and grind it to powder, and without this hammer, there is no hope of ever having the heart truly humbled.
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Submit thy selfe therefore to the stroke of this hammer, if thou truely desirest the attainment of this grace.
Submit thy self Therefore to the stroke of this hammer, if thou truly Desirest the attainment of this grace.
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A second meanes is Meditation, and that of a threefold obiect. A second means is Meditation, and that of a threefold Object.
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First, of God, and his Attributes, with the workes of his Power and Iustice, which are excellent helpes to make vs quake;
First, of God, and his Attributes, with the works of his Power and justice, which Are excellent helps to make us quake;
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and breake the stonie rocke of our soules to peeces:
and break the stony rock of our Souls to Pieces:
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As wee see in Habakuk, When I heard (viz. of these iudgements threatned) my belly trembled, my lips shooke at the voyce, rottennesse entred into my bones,
As we see in Habakkuk, When I herd (viz. of these Judgments threatened) my belly trembled, my lips shook At the voice, rottenness entered into my bones,
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and I trembled in my selfe, that I might rest in the day of trouble. and I trembled in my self, that I might rest in the day of trouble.
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Secondly, of our owne estate either Past, Present, or to Come. For the Time past, what thou wert viz. A child of wrath and firebrand of hell. Secondly, of our own estate either Past, Present, or to Come. For the Time past, what thou Wertenberg viz. A child of wrath and firebrand of hell.
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Shapen in iniquity and conceiued in sinne. Shapen in iniquity and conceived in sin.
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The serious meditation of this would be enough to humble vs and make vs strike saile.
The serious meditation of this would be enough to humble us and make us strike sail.
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For the time present. Remember how thou art fraile and sinnefull: thou art fraile and brittle, being but dust and ashes,
For the time present. remember how thou art frail and sinful: thou art frail and brittle, being but dust and Ashes,
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and ready to be broken with euery little fillop, and knocke, Thy foundation is laid in the dust,
and ready to be broken with every little fillop, and knock, Thy Foundation is laid in the dust,
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and thy wals are made of clay. Thy whole bodie is but a Tabernacle of earth. and thy walls Are made of clay. Thy Whole body is but a Tabernacle of earth.
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This is thy estate oh man! and this is the estate of all men. Some indeed are more painted then other some, but all are earthen pitchers:
This is thy estate o man! and this is the estate of all men. some indeed Are more painted then other Some, but all Are earthen pitchers:
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Some are more cleare then others, but all glasses frayle, brittle. Is here any cause of pride?
some Are more clear then Others, but all glasses frail, brittle. Is Here any cause of pride?
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Thou art also sinneful, hauing much corruption within thee, and carrying a whole bodie of sinne about with thee, so that the good thou wouldst doe, thou doest not,
Thou art also sinful, having much corruption within thee, and carrying a Whole body of sin about with thee, so that the good thou Wouldst do, thou dost not,
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and the euill thou shouldst not doe, that doest thou daily. Thou mayest well cry out with the Apostle Paul, O wretched man that I am. and the evil thou Shouldst not do, that dost thou daily. Thou Mayest well cry out with the Apostle Paul, Oh wretched man that I am.
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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For the time to come, remember what thou 〈 … 〉 dust thou art, so to dust thou shalt returne, yea, and beco•• the basest dust.
For the time to come, Remember what thou 〈 … 〉 dust thou art, so to dust thou shalt return, yea, and beco•• the Basest dust.
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As we see the whitest Snow, when it is resolued vnto water, whereof it was congealed, becomes fouler water then any water else:
As we see the whitest Snow, when it is resolved unto water, whereof it was congealed, becomes Fowler water then any water Else:
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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so thou Oh man of earth, when thou shalt returne againe vnto earth, shalt become viler,
so thou O man of earth, when thou shalt return again unto earth, shalt become Viler,
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and baser earth, then any other whatsoeuer.
and baser earth, then any other whatsoever.
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Thus the consideration of thy owne naturall estate, whether Past, Present, or to come, will be an excellent meanes, to take downe this Peacocke pride, and make thee humble.
Thus the consideration of thy own natural estate, whither Past, Present, or to come, will be an excellent means, to take down this Peacock pride, and make thee humble.
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Thirdly, consider of the estate of others, and without enuie cast an eye vpon their gifts:
Thirdly, Consider of the estate of Others, and without envy cast an eye upon their Gifts:
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consider how many thou commest farre behind in knowledge, faith, zeale, &c. and other graces. Consider how many thou Comest Far behind in knowledge, faith, zeal, etc. and other graces.
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This is the receipt which the Apostle prescribeth to the Phillippians, against this sin of pride, Looke not euery man on his owne things, but euery man also on the things of others.
This is the receipt which the Apostle prescribeth to the Philippians, against this since of pride, Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of Others.
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This would be an excellent meanes, to diminish a selfe liking, and that ouerweening conceit of our owne excellencie.
This would be an excellent means, to diminish a self liking, and that overweening conceit of our own excellency.
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The last meanes to be vsed, is earnest and feruent Prayer, that the Lord would be pleased to giue thee this grace of humilitie;
The last means to be used, is earnest and fervent Prayer, that the Lord would be pleased to give thee this grace of humility;
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and blesse the meanes thou vsest for this end and purpose: Euery good gift (sayth S. Iames) commeth from the Father of lights:
and bless the means thou usest for this end and purpose: Every good gift (say S. James) comes from the Father of lights:
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and so must this also, els we shall neuer haue it.
and so must this also, Else we shall never have it.
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Thus we haue seene the meanes, now let vs vse them, and that conscionably, for let me tel you the cure of pride is no easie cure,
Thus we have seen the means, now let us use them, and that Conscionably, for let me tell you the cure of pride is no easy cure,
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and the obtaining of humilitie no easie purchase. All vices are against it; and which is more strange, all virtues are against it;
and the obtaining of humility no easy purchase. All vices Are against it; and which is more strange, all Virtues Are against it;
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and which is yet more strange, humility hath an opposition against humility, as if she were false to her owne person.
and which is yet more strange, humility hath an opposition against humility, as if she were false to her own person.
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Humility oftentimes by a prodigious and preposterous birth bringeth forth pride. How often is a man proude because he is not proude. Humility oftentimes by a prodigious and preposterous birth brings forth pride. How often is a man proud Because he is not proud.
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A secret pride is oftentimes occasioned by ouercomming (as wee thinke) pride, when alas now pride hath giuen vs the soile,
A secret pride is oftentimes occasioned by overcoming (as we think) pride, when alas now pride hath given us the soil,
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as a cunning wrastler seemeth many times to take the fall, for no other end but to get the other vpon the hippe.
as a cunning wrestler seems many times to take the fallen, for no other end but to get the other upon the hip.
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How wonderful carefull then had we all neede to be, what neede haue wee to studie and pray for humility yea, in the midst of grace to pray for an humble heart.
How wondered careful then had we all need to be, what need have we to study and pray for humility yea, in the midst of grace to pray for an humble heart.
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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See thou remember the former meanes deliuered;
See thou Remember the former means Delivered;
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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and if at any time (as who at sometime shall not feele) thy heart beginne to swell, remember these and the like sayings, Be not high minded, but feare.
and if At any time (as who At sometime shall not feel) thy heart begin to swell, Remember these and the like sayings, Be not high minded, but Fear.
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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God resists the proude, he lookes vpon such a farre of. Oh they are excellent helpes!God resists the proud, he looks upon such a Far of. O they Are excellent helps!
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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hearest thou any commend thee, and set forth thy praises, then remember the former sentences, and let them stand Sentinell, to keepe thee from pride.
Hearst thou any commend thee, and Set forth thy praises, then Remember the former sentences, and let them stand Sentinel, to keep thee from pride.
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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Remember also to meditate (as of Gods glory and greatnesse) so of thy owne vilenesse and basenesse;
remember also to meditate (as of God's glory and greatness) so of thy own vileness and baseness;
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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remember what thou wert, what thou art, and what thou must be; hold thy selfe to this taske, and it will keepe thee from it.
Remember what thou Wertenberg, what thou art, and what thou must be; hold thy self to this task, and it will keep thee from it.
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It is recorded of the Bee, that in stormy weather it will get vp a little stone, that by the weight it may flye more steddily, and get home in safety.
It is recorded of the be, that in stormy weather it will get up a little stone, that by the weight it may fly more steadily, and get home in safety.
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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Art thou in danger to bee blowne away with pride? get thy selfe to Prayer, and Meditation, it will be to thee as the little stone to the Bee, or as Ballast to the ship, to keepe thee from being turned about with the waues of selfe-conceit.
Art thou in danger to be blown away with pride? get thy self to Prayer, and Meditation, it will be to thee as the little stone to the be, or as Ballast to the ship, to keep thee from being turned about with the waves of Self-conceit.
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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Thus get this grace, and when euer thou comest to the Lord bring it with thee,
Thus get this grace, and when ever thou Comest to the Lord bring it with thee,
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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and feare not of speeding, for they that fall downe lowest at Gods almes-dealing, speed euer best.
and Fear not of speeding, for they that fallen down lowest At God's alms-dealing, speed ever best.
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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And thus much for this poynt, as also for this part of the Prodigalls Regresse.
And thus much for this point, as also for this part of the Prodigals Regress.
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(11) verse (DIV2)
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VERSE 20. But when he was yet a farre off, his Father saw him, and had compassion,VERSE 20. But when he was yet a Far off, his Father saw him, and had compassion,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and ranne and fell on his necke, and kissed him.
and ran and fell on his neck, and kissed him.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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HAuing spoken of the Prodigals Repentance, wee are now to speake of the successe of it;
Having spoken of the Prodigals Repentance, we Are now to speak of the success of it;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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which is laid downe in the 20, 22, and 23 verses, and so to the end.
which is laid down in the 20, 22, and 23 Verses, and so to the end.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Wherein we may obserue, His fathers good-will; and his Brothers ill-will; his fathers good-will is to be seen in the 20, 22, 23, and 24 verses:
Wherein we may observe, His Father's goodwill; and his Brother's ill-will; his Father's goodwill is to be seen in the 20, 22, 23, and 24 Verses:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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his brothers ill-will in the rest. In the former these three things are obseruable.
his Brother's ill-will in the rest. In the former these three things Are observable.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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First, his Fathers readinesse to receiue him, verse 20. Secondly, the entertainment hee gaue him, vers. 22, 23. Thirdly, the reason of both, verse 24. The readinesse of the father to receiue his sonne, is noted;
First, his Father's readiness to receive him, verse 20. Secondly, the entertainment he gave him, vers. 22, 23. Thirdly, the reason of both, verse 24. The readiness of the father to receive his son, is noted;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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First, by his looking on him a farre off, For when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, Secondly, by his running to him,
First, by his looking on him a Far off, For when he was yet a great Way off, his father saw him, Secondly, by his running to him,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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while he was a farre off, Hee had compassion, and ran. Thirdly, by his kinde embracing of him, He fell on his necke and kissed him. To beginne with the first.
while he was a Far off, He had compassion, and ran. Thirdly, by his kind embracing of him, He fell on his neck and kissed him. To begin with the First.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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But when he was yet a great way off, he saw him ] Albeit this bee put heere in the last place, But when he was yet a great Way off, he saw him ] Albeit this be put Here in the last place,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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yet it is referred by most of our Expositors to the first time of his conuersion;
yet it is referred by most of our Expositors to the First time of his conversion;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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for it was this looke that brought home this Prodigall.
for it was this look that brought home this Prodigal.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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He saw him, and looked on him with the eyes of pity, and by looking vpon him, infused into him the secret efficacy of his spirit,
He saw him, and looked on him with the eyes of pity, and by looking upon him, infused into him the secret efficacy of his Spirit,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and pierced his heart with the beames of his grace, which so preuailed with him, that it brought him to repentance,
and pierced his heart with the beams of his grace, which so prevailed with him, that it brought him to Repentance,
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as it did with Peter, which made him to goe out and weepe bitterly for his sins,
as it did with Peter, which made him to go out and weep bitterly for his Sins,
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after he had thrice denied his Master. Thus they make it, as a cause of his conuersion.
After he had thrice denied his Master. Thus they make it, as a cause of his conversion.
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And taking it thus, this poynt will follow.
And taking it thus, this point will follow.
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The conuersion of a sinner is from Gods free grace, Gods grace is the cause of it. The conversion of a sinner is from God's free grace, God's grace is the cause of it.
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Hence is it, that Christ saith, No man commeth vnto me, except the Father draw him.
Hence is it, that christ Says, No man comes unto me, except the Father draw him.
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Hereunto also commeth the saying of the Apostle, It is not in him that willeth, nor in him that runneth, but in God that sheweth mercy.
Hereunto also comes the saying of the Apostle, It is not in him that wills, nor in him that Runneth, but in God that shows mercy.
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Hence is it also, that the Church thus prayeth, Draw me, and we will runne after thee.
Hence is it also, that the Church thus Prayeth, Draw me, and we will run After thee.
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But most fully and cleerely doth the Prophet Ezechiel set out the truth of this point, speaking (in the person of God) these words, A new heart will I giue you,
But most Fully and clearly does the Prophet Ezechiel Set out the truth of this point, speaking (in the person of God) these words, A new heart will I give you,
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and a new spirit will I put within you, and I will take away the stony heart out of your body,
and a new Spirit will I put within you, and I will take away the stony heart out of your body,
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and I will giue you a heart of flesh, and I will put my spirit within you,
and I will give you a heart of Flesh, and I will put my Spirit within you,
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and cause you to walke in my statutes. and cause you to walk in my statutes.
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See how the Prophet wholly disableth man from the worke of his conuersion, ascribing both the beginning and progresse thereof vnto the Lord.
See how the Prophet wholly disableth man from the work of his conversion, ascribing both the beginning and progress thereof unto the Lord.
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Many pregnant examples might be brought, both of the Vnregenerate before their conuersion, as also of the Regenerate in their fals,
Many pregnant Examples might be brought, both of the Unregenerate before their conversion, as also of the Regenerate in their falls,
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after their conuersion, for the further confirming this poynt in hand.
After their conversion, for the further confirming this point in hand.
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What disposition was the•e in the Apostle Paul, to further his conuersion? was he not breathing out threatnings and slaughters against the Disciples of Christ Iesus? and had hee not procured a commission from the High Priests, to binde all that were of that way? Did not God behold him a farre off? Did hee not looke vpon him from the habitation of his dwelling? And did hee not thus behold Matthew the Customer, Zacheus the Vsurer, Mary the sinner, and vs Gentiles, When we were (as the Apostle saith) without hope and God in the world, being strangers from the couenant of promise,
What disposition was the•e in the Apostle Paul, to further his conversion? was he not breathing out threatenings and slaughters against the Disciples of christ Iesus? and had he not procured a commission from the High Priests, to bind all that were of that Way? Did not God behold him a Far off? Did he not look upon him from the habitation of his Dwelling? And did he not thus behold Matthew the Customer, Zacchaeus the Usurer, Marry the sinner, and us Gentiles, When we were (as the Apostle Says) without hope and God in the world, being Strangers from the Covenant of promise,
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and aliens from the Common-wealth of Israel? I could bring variety of examples, that would serue to strengthen the poynt,and aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel? I could bring variety of Examples, that would serve to strengthen the point,
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but I will remember you but of one more, and so hasten to the vses,
but I will Remember you but of one more, and so hasten to the uses,
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and that is of Peter; was not God faine to looke on him a farre off before he repenred? Hee had denied his Master once and wept not:
and that is of Peter; was not God feign to look on him a Far off before he repenred? He had denied his Master once and wept not:
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yea twice, yet shed not a teare (though the Cocke had crowed.) And the third time he denies him,
yea twice, yet shed not a tear (though the Cock had crowed.) And the third time he Denies him,
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yet weepes not vntill Christ beholds him, and then (as the text sayth) he wept bitterly. Assuredly,
yet weeps not until christ beholds him, and then (as the text say) he wept bitterly. Assuredly,
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if Christ had not cast an eye on him, and beheld him with a gracious aspect;
if christ had not cast an eye on him, and beheld him with a gracious aspect;
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had a thousand seuerall persons questioned with him about his maister, he would haue denied him a thousand times.
had a thousand several Persons questioned with him about his master, he would have denied him a thousand times.
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Thus a sinner is like an Eccho, he cannot speake first to God, but must answere a voyce from God. The Reasons.
Thus a sinner is like an Echo, he cannot speak First to God, but must answer a voice from God. The Reasons.
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And needs must this be so, because we are dead in trespasses and sinnes, as the Apostle sayth, and as the Father of this Prodigall auoucheth of him, dead, not in a sowne,
And needs must this be so, Because we Are dead in Trespasses and Sins, as the Apostle say, and as the Father of this Prodigal avoucheth of him, dead, not in a sown,
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but dead; stone-dead (as we say) and therefore haue no more power to stirre hand or foote,
but dead; stone-dead (as we say) and Therefore have no more power to stir hand or foot,
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for the furthering of our owne conuersion, then Lazarus had power to come out of the graue, before Christ called him.
for the furthering of our own conversion, then Lazarus had power to come out of the graven, before christ called him.
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A second reason, why Gods grace is all in all in the worke of our conuersion, may be this;
A second reason, why God's grace is all in all in the work of our conversion, may be this;
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That all matter of boasting might be taken away, for we are very readie to ascribe vnto our selues, that which of right belongs vnto the Lord:
That all matter of boasting might be taken away, for we Are very ready to ascribe unto our selves, that which of right belongs unto the Lord:
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should we haue any hand in the furtherance of it, we would soone fal a boasting after this manner:
should we have any hand in the furtherance of it, we would soon fall a boasting After this manner:
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yet in this am I beholding to my selfe: Thus farre I am a worker in my owne conuersion:
yet in this am I beholding to my self: Thus Far I am a worker in my own conversion:
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for this or that degree of it, may I thank my selfe.
for this or that degree of it, may I thank my self.
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And this is the reason that is giuen by the Apostle, By grace you are saued (saith he) and that not of yourselues:
And this is the reason that is given by the Apostle, By grace you Are saved (Says he) and that not of yourselves:
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it is the gift of God. If any now aske a reason, he giueth it in the next words:it is the gift of God. If any now ask a reason, he gives it in the next words:
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Not of works least any man should boast. Thus haue we seene the reasons, now let vs heare the vses. Not of works lest any man should boast. Thus have we seen the Reasons, now let us hear the uses.
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And in the first place, this may serue for confutation, first, of the Pellagians, who affirme, that our good actions and cogitations proceed onely from free-will,
And in the First place, this may serve for confutation, First, of the Pelagians, who affirm, that our good actions and cogitations proceed only from freewill,
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and not from Gods speciall grace.
and not from God's special grace.
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Secondly, it maketh against our Semi-pellagians, I meane the Papists, who are all for Will, little or nothing for Iohn: that is Gods grace,
Secondly, it makes against our Semi-pellagians, I mean the Papists, who Are all for Will, little or nothing for John: that is God's grace,
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but (like Solamons whore) deuide that betwixt two, God and man, which of right belongeth onely vnto God.
but (like Solamons whore) divide that betwixt two, God and man, which of right belongeth only unto God.
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God onely (say they) perswades the will, as a man his friend, to take a iourney, whereto he is vnwilling:
God only (say they) persuades the will, as a man his friend, to take a journey, whereto he is unwilling:
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but in the accomplishing of any worke, God is onely an assistant, for man by his owne power worketh together with him.
but in the accomplishing of any work, God is only an assistant, for man by his own power works together with him.
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This is little better then blasphemie thus to hold, that the will of man doth worke with Gods grace in any thing, that is good.
This is little better then blasphemy thus to hold, that the will of man does work with God's grace in any thing, that is good.
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True it is, as they are workes and actions, so they proceede from the will of man;
True it is, as they Are works and actions, so they proceed from the will of man;
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but as they are good workes, so onely are they workes of grace: For all actions of man may be distinguished into three sorts:
but as they Are good works, so only Are they works of grace: For all actions of man may be distinguished into three sorts:
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some are naturall, as to eate, drinke, walke, sleepe, &c. Now most true it is, that in these and the like actions, man hath freedome of will,
Some Are natural, as to eat, drink, walk, sleep, etc. Now most true it is, that in these and the like actions, man hath freedom of will,
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but yet so, as that he hath onely power to the doing, but not to the well-doing;
but yet so, as that he hath only power to the doing, but not to the welldoing;
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hee is not able to doe any of these things, to any good or godly end:
he is not able to do any of these things, to any good or godly end:
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he may vse the meanes to obtaine faith, and repentance: he may goe from place to place:
he may use the means to obtain faith, and Repentance: he may go from place to place:
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he may enter into the house of God, or not enter, heare the Word, or not heare it;
he may enter into the house of God, or not enter, hear the Word, or not hear it;
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for this is left to man, and put as it were into our hands; but it is to make vs without excuse;
for this is left to man, and put as it were into our hands; but it is to make us without excuse;
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for so to heare as that thereby our conuersion might be wrought, is not in our power:
for so to hear as that thereby our conversion might be wrought, is not in our power:
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It is the Lord that must first boare the care. Other kind of actions are morall;
It is the Lord that must First boar the care. Other kind of actions Are moral;
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as all oeconomicall, and Politicall duties.
as all economical, and Political duties.
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In these, man hath no free will of himselfe, to chuse the good, or refuse the euill:
In these, man hath no free will of himself, to choose the good, or refuse the evil:
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to embrace the vertue, or decline the vice: but as he is wholly directed and gouerned by Gods spirit. Lastly, other actions are spirituall:
to embrace the virtue, or decline the vice: but as he is wholly directed and governed by God's Spirit. Lastly, other actions Are spiritual:
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wherein we are to consider man with a three-fold difference.
wherein we Are to Consider man with a threefold difference.
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First, as he is before his conuersion, where his will is altogether corrupt, inclining onely to that which is euill.
First, as he is before his conversion, where his will is altogether corrupt, inclining only to that which is evil.
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Secondly, as he is in the very act of conuersion, where in respect of the grace, which outwardly preuents him, his will is meerely passiue;
Secondly, as he is in the very act of conversion, where in respect of the grace, which outwardly prevents him, his will is merely passive;
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and hee is in the hands of God, euen as the clay in the hands of the potter,
and he is in the hands of God, even as the clay in the hands of the potter,
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but yet in respect of the time, wherein his conuersion is wrought, he is not like a stocke,
but yet in respect of the time, wherein his conversion is wrought, he is not like a stock,
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but while he is healed by the holy Ghost, he is also actiue.
but while he is healed by the holy Ghost, he is also active.
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In the very act of conuersion, the will of man is not idle, nor without all motion and sence,
In the very act of conversion, the will of man is not idle, nor without all motion and sense,
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but it followeth, the spirit of God, that draweth it far more, and the same moment God mooueth and boweth the will,
but it follows, the Spirit of God, that draws it Far more, and the same moment God moveth and boweth the will,
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and causeth vs to be willing indeed;
and Causes us to be willing indeed;
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but yet so as all the efficacie of the worke is from the spirit of God;
but yet so as all the efficacy of the work is from the Spirit of God;
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who of vnwilling, maketh vs willing: and maketh vs runne, who were before slow and dull.
who of unwilling, makes us willing: and makes us run, who were before slow and dull.
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Thirdly, man is to be considered, as he is after his conuersion:
Thirdly, man is to be considered, as he is After his conversion:
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where, because the grace of God beareth rule, there is a readinesse to obey, as the Apostle sheweth to the Phillippians, I am able to doe all things through Christ, who strengtheneth me. So then we see the truth of this doctrine,
where, Because the grace of God bears Rule, there is a readiness to obey, as the Apostle shows to the Philippians, I am able to do all things through christ, who strengtheneth me. So then we see the truth of this Doctrine,
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how we haue no abilitie to cooperate (as they falsly teach) with the grace of God:
how we have no ability to cooperate (as they falsely teach) with the grace of God:
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freedome of the will to turne to God, and to worke with him, is no power of nature, but the worke of grace:
freedom of the will to turn to God, and to work with him, is no power of nature, but the work of grace:
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For of our selues we are not sufficient, as of our selues, to thinke, much lesse to speake; lest of all, to doe any good: Indeed we will,
For of our selves we Are not sufficient, as of our selves, to think, much less to speak; lest of all, to do any good: Indeed we will,
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but it is God that worketh in vs to will;
but it is God that works in us to will;
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we worke, but it is God that worketh in vs to worke, according to his good pleasure.
we work, but it is God that works in us to work, according to his good pleasure.
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The second Vse is for our humiliation. There is no goodnesse nor aptnesse in thee to that which is good:
The second Use is for our humiliation. There is no Goodness nor aptness in thee to that which is good:
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Why then shouldest thou be lift vp with any conceit of thy selfe? Oh, beware of this boasting!
Why then Shouldst thou be lift up with any conceit of thy self? O, beware of this boasting!
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for whereof hast thou to boast? Surely of nothing, but sinne and miserie.
for whereof hast thou to boast? Surely of nothing, but sin and misery.
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Come not to God as proud Dames to their Husbands, bragging and boasting of the goods they brought, (as the Papists would haue vs) no, doe not:
Come not to God as proud Dams to their Husbands, bragging and boasting of the goods they brought, (as the Papists would have us) no, do not:
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the one is odious to man, the other more hatefull vnto God;
the one is odious to man, the other more hateful unto God;
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vndoubtedly he that knoweth well his owne vntowardnesse to that which is good, will neuer dare to thinke there is any thanke due vnto himselfe for the furtherance of his owne conuersion in the least degree.
undoubtedly he that Knoweth well his own untowardness to that which is good, will never Dare to think there is any thank due unto himself for the furtherance of his own conversion in the least degree.
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Thirdly, Let it be for exhortation to all such as haue any tokens and signes of their true conuersion;
Thirdly, Let it be for exhortation to all such as have any tokens and Signs of their true conversion;
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to ascribe all the prayse and glorie thereof vnto the Lord.
to ascribe all the praise and glory thereof unto the Lord.
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Say with Dauid, Not vnto vs, O Lord, not vnto vs, but to thy name be the glorie.
Say with David, Not unto us, Oh Lord, not unto us, but to thy name be the glory.
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For it is of his mercie, not of thy deseruing.
For it is of his mercy, not of thy deserving.
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Is there any difference now betwixt thee and a Rebrobate? God found it not in thee,
Is there any difference now betwixt thee and a Rebrobate? God found it not in thee,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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but did put it into thee: Thou art of the same nature with them; thou hadst no more abilitie to worke out thy owne saluation, then they had.
but did put it into thee: Thou art of the same nature with them; thou Hadst no more ability to work out thy own salvation, then they had.
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Thou seest many commit lewd prankes; some, murder; others, whoredome, &c. Thou leauest, yea hatest these things:
Thou See many commit lewd pranks; Some, murder; Others, whoredom, etc. Thou Leavest, yea Hatest these things:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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What is the cause? surely Gods grace, and only Gods grace.
What is the cause? surely God's grace, and only God's grace.
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Giue glorie therefore vnto God, prayse his name, yea let all that is within thee prayse him.
Give glory Therefore unto God, praise his name, yea let all that is within thee praise him.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Lastly, this may serue for our direction, desire we to be saued? What shall we then doe but looke vp vnto him from whom saluation commeth? earnestly desire the assistance of his grace,
Lastly, this may serve for our direction, desire we to be saved? What shall we then do but look up unto him from whom salvation comes? earnestly desire the assistance of his grace,
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for the effecting of the worke of our conuersion, say and confesse with the Prophet Ieremiah, O Lord, I know the way of man is not in himselfe,
for the effecting of the work of our conversion, say and confess with the Prophet Jeremiah, Oh Lord, I know the Way of man is not in himself,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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neyther is it in man to direct his steps. neither is it in man to Direct his steps.
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Pray also with Ephraim; Conuert then mee, and I shall be conuerted And with the Church, Turne vs vnto thee, O Lord,
Pray also with Ephraim; Convert then me, and I shall be converted And with the Church, Turn us unto thee, Oh Lord,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and we shall be turned, for it is God that must loose the bands of thy necke, Oh captiue daughter of Syon, it is euen hee that must conuert thy soule. and we shall be turned, for it is God that must lose the bans of thy neck, O captive daughter of Syon, it is even he that must convert thy soul.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Pray, pray, with that ancient Father, Lord giue grace to doe what thou commandest, and then command what thou pleasest;
Pray, pray, with that ancient Father, Lord give grace to do what thou Commandest, and then command what thou pleasest;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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otherwise there can be no good looked for in any of vs. Other of our expositors expound these words according to the method here propounded.
otherwise there can be no good looked for in any of us Other of our expositors expound these words according to the method Here propounded.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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And refer them to the after-times, and so make them as the fruit and effect.
And refer them to the Aftertimes, and so make them as the fruit and Effect.
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He did no sooner begin to turne homewards, but his father lookes on him with the eyes of pitty and compassion;
He did no sooner begin to turn homeward, but his father looks on him with the eyes of pity and compassion;
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yea, and while he was yet a great way off, before he could confesse his fault, he runneth to meete him, and louingly imbraceth him.
yea, and while he was yet a great Way off, before he could confess his fault, he Runneth to meet him, and lovingly Embraceth him.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Taking the words thus, they will afford vs these good Lessons; first, that
Taking the words thus, they will afford us these good Lessons; First, that
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True repentance is the readie way to obtaine Gods fauor, where he beginneth to turne, the father will beginne to runne, hee will soone imbrace him in the armes of his mercie; True Repentance is the ready Way to obtain God's favour, where he begins to turn, the father will begin to run, he will soon embrace him in the arms of his mercy;
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he will not turne away his face from him, but looke vpon him with the eyes of compassion.
he will not turn away his face from him, but look upon him with the eyes of compassion.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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This the Lord testifyeth, saying, If my people which are called by my name shall humble themselues,
This the Lord Testifieth, saying, If my people which Are called by my name shall humble themselves,
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and pray, and seeke my face, and turne from their wicked waies, then will I heare from heauen,
and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven,
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and will forgiue their sinne, and will heale their Land. And thus in another place:and will forgive their sin, and will heal their Land. And thus in Another place:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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But if the wicked will turne from all his sinnes that he hath committed, and keepe all my Statutes, But if the wicked will turn from all his Sins that he hath committed, and keep all my Statutes,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and doe that which is lawfull and right: hee shall surely liue, hee shall not dye:
and do that which is lawful and right: he shall surely live, he shall not die:
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all his transgressions that he hath committed, they shall not be mentioned vnto him: In his righteousnesse that he hath done, hee shall liue. all his transgressions that he hath committed, they shall not be mentioned unto him: In his righteousness that he hath done, he shall live.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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So the Prophet Esay, after he had exhorted them to wash and make themselues cleane with godly sorrow for sin, he telleth them, that Though their sinnes were as Scarlet, they should be made as white as Snow,
So the Prophet Isaiah, After he had exhorted them to wash and make themselves clean with godly sorrow for since, he Telleth them, that Though their Sins were as Scarlet, they should be made as white as Snow,
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and if they would consent to obey, they should eat of the good things of the Land. and if they would consent to obey, they should eat of the good things of the Land.
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This may bee further confirmed by the examples of the Israelites, Manasses, Dauid, and many others.
This may be further confirmed by the Examples of the Israelites, Manasses, David, and many Others.
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So then this is the onely way to obtaine mercie and forgiuenesse. And that first,
So then this is the only Way to obtain mercy and forgiveness. And that First,
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Because by repentance, sinne (which is the cause of diuision betwixt God and man) is now remoued, Your sinnes (saith the Prophet) hath made a seperation betweene you and your God.
Because by Repentance, sin (which is the cause of division betwixt God and man) is now removed, Your Sins (Says the Prophet) hath made a separation between you and your God.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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This is the Partition-wall betwixt God and vs. Man, and Sinne (saith a Father) are two sundrie things;
This is the Partition-wall betwixt God and us Man, and Sin (Says a Father) Are two sundry things;
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destroy sinne which is man his worke, and God cannot but loue and imbrace man as his owne worke.
destroy sin which is man his work, and God cannot but love and embrace man as his own work.
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Secondly, True repentance is not without true faith, by which we are ingrafted into Christ: In and through whom wee are reconciled vnto God, as the Apostle saith.
Secondly, True Repentance is not without true faith, by which we Are ingrafted into christ: In and through whom we Are reconciled unto God, as the Apostle Says.
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If this be so, that repentance is the onely way to obtaine Gods fauour and loue; If this be so, that Repentance is the only Way to obtain God's favour and love;
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then miserable is the condition of those that are impenitent, and walke on in a course of sinne:
then miserable is the condition of those that Are impenitent, and walk on in a course of sin:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Let these neuer hope of Gods fauour, so long as they take this course. Take notice of this, and let it terrifie thee that are impenitent;
Let these never hope of God's favour, so long as they take this course. Take notice of this, and let it terrify thee that Are impenitent;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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whose heart will not relent for thy former sinfull wayes, who drinkest in iniquitie like water,
whose heart will not relent for thy former sinful ways, who drinkest in iniquity like water,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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nay, like wine, freely and greedily, with pleasure and delight: with facilitie and ease suckest downe and swallowest any kind of sinne that is offered;
nay, like wine, freely and greedily, with pleasure and delight: with facility and ease suckest down and swallowest any kind of sin that is offered;
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who neuer as yet hath said so much as what haue I done, take notice of it;
who never as yet hath said so much as what have I done, take notice of it;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and if thou hast eares to heare, heare; thou art out of Gods fauor, and not in it.
and if thou hast ears to hear, hear; thou art out of God's favour, and not in it.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Oh that thou knewest thy wretched estate and condition:
O that thou Knewest thy wretched estate and condition:
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What rest canst thou haue, or what peace, so long as thou art not reconciled vnto God?
What rest Canst thou have, or what peace, so long as thou art not reconciled unto God?
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Let a Second vse be for exhortation to the impenitent, to seeke Gods fauour by this meanes, take that Councell which Daniel giueth to Nebuchadnezzar, break of thy sinnes by repentance,
Let a Second use be for exhortation to the impenitent, to seek God's favour by this means, take that Council which daniel gives to Nebuchadnezzar, break of thy Sins by Repentance,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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& thine iniquities by showing mercy to the poore, that there may be a healing of thy error, take a through notice, of the estate thou art now in;& thine iniquities by showing mercy to the poor, that there may be a healing of thy error, take a through notice, of the estate thou art now in;
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being no otherwise then a traytour out of his princes fauour. For so thou art in the eies of the most high God.
being no otherwise then a traitor out of his Princes favour. For so thou art in the eyes of the most high God.
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Come therefore as Benhadads seruants Came to Ahab, euen with an halter about thy necke, creeping and crouching before the throne of grace, throwing thy selfe downe before Gods footstoole, in the humble and penitent acknowledgement and confession of thy sinnes:
Come Therefore as Benhadad's Servants Come to Ahab, even with an halter about thy neck, creeping and crouching before the throne of grace, throwing thy self down before God's footstool, in the humble and penitent acknowledgement and Confessi of thy Sins:
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neuer thinke to haue God fauourable vnto thee, till thou thus commest with a bleeding heart, lamenting and bewailing thy offences past,
never think to have God favourable unto thee, till thou thus Comest with a bleeding heart, lamenting and bewailing thy offences past,
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and resoluing on a new course for time to come.
and resolving on a new course for time to come.
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A Third vse of this may be for a direction, vnto such as formerly hauing had a sence and feeling in their harts of Gods loue and fauour towards them,
A Third use of this may be for a direction, unto such as formerly having had a sense and feeling in their hearts of God's love and favour towards them,
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yet by reason of some sinn or other haue now lost all feeling of the same;
yet by reason of Some sin or other have now lost all feeling of the same;
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See the course thou art to take, humble thy selfe before the Lord• confesse thy sinne, lament and bewaile, that thou hast depriued thy selfe of such an inestimable Iewell:
See the course thou art to take, humble thy self before the Lord• confess thy sin, lament and bewail, that thou hast deprived thy self of such an inestimable Jewel:
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Take this course, and be not too too discouraged;
Take this course, and be not too too discouraged;
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for by this doing thou shalt recouer what thou formerly hast lost, and howeuer happily God will not presently be found, yet assure thy selfe he will at length returne and reuiue thee,
for by this doing thou shalt recover what thou formerly hast lost, and however happily God will not presently be found, yet assure thy self he will At length return and revive thee,
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and restore thee to the ioyes of his saluation.
and restore thee to the Joys of his salvation.
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The last vse which I will make of this point, is for the comfort of all true hearted mourners of Zion, let this be well considered of you, it will be as marrow to your bones,
The last use which I will make of this point, is for the Comfort of all true hearted mourners of Zion, let this be well considered of you, it will be as marrow to your bones,
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and as the raine to the new mowne ground; For repentance is the onely way to procure Gods fauour;
and as the rain to the new mown ground; For Repentance is the only Way to procure God's favour;
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then thou that dost daily mourne and confesse and bewaile thy sinnes, assure thy selfe thou art highly in Gods fauour, assure thy selfe thou hast it,
then thou that dost daily mourn and confess and bewail thy Sins, assure thy self thou art highly in God's favour, assure thy self thou hast it,
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and hauing it, what Can be wanting? Oh the comfort which that man hath that hath this assurance!
and having it, what Can be wanting? O the Comfort which that man hath that hath this assurance!
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this will releeue and reviue a mans spirits, euen when the pangs of death are vpon him,
this will relieve and revive a men spirits, even when the pangs of death Are upon him,
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and when the sorrowes of the graue do compasse him about.
and when the sorrows of the graven do compass him about.
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And this assurance maiest thou haue who doest repent, it belongs vnto thee, refuse not then that ioy that God doth offer.
And this assurance Mayest thou have who dost Repent, it belongs unto thee, refuse not then that joy that God does offer.
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Thus much for this first doctrine now followes a Second which is this. Thus much for this First Doctrine now follows a Second which is this.
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The very first motions of repentance and beginnings of conuersion, if true and vnfeined, are acceptable vnto the Lord. The very First motions of Repentance and beginnings of conversion, if true and unfeigned, Are acceptable unto the Lord.
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For while the sonne was yet a farre of, the father had compassion, he had not yet come and fallen downe,
For while the son was yet a Far of, the father had compassion, he had not yet come and fallen down,
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and confessed, and yet the father sheweth mercy vnto him, so then we may safely make this conclusion, that the very first motion, the first step we tread,
and confessed, and yet the father shows mercy unto him, so then we may safely make this conclusion, that the very First motion, the First step we tread,
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and take homeward, is well pleasing to God:
and take homeward, is well pleasing to God:
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for the further proofe of this point, Consider what Dauid saith I said, I will confesse, and thou forgauest.
for the further proof of this point, Consider what David Says I said, I will confess, and thou forgavest.
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Where we see remission did follow a purpose of confession, it being sound and sincere, see the story, 2. Sam. 12.7.13. Assone as he beginneth to confes God is soe well pleased with it that he doth preuent him saying.
Where we see remission did follow a purpose of Confessi, it being found and sincere, see the story, 2. Sam. 12.7.13. As soon as he begins to confess God is so well pleased with it that he does prevent him saying.
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Thy sinne is put away thou shalt not dye. Thy sin is put away thou shalt not die.
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The reason of the former pointe may serue for this also viz. Because the first motion to repentance if true and vnfeined, is ioyned with some seed of sauing faith, which be it neuer so small or weake; The reason of the former point may serve for this also viz. Because the First motion to Repentance if true and unfeigned, is joined with Some seed of Saving faith, which be it never so small or weak;
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though but as a graine of mustard seed;
though but as a grain of mustard seed;
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yet it makes a man pertaker of Christ, in whom God is well pleased with vs. A Second reason may be;
yet it makes a man partaker of christ, in whom God is well pleased with us A Second reason may be;
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because it is the worke of his owne blessed spirit, which if he should not respect, he should then haue no regard to the worke of his owne hands.
Because it is the work of his own blessed Spirit, which if he should not respect, he should then have no regard to the work of his own hands.
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Thus then haue we seene the point proued, now let vs see it applied.
Thus then have we seen the point proved, now let us see it applied.
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And the vse shalbe for comfort to weake Christians, who are much discouraged with their weake proceedings in grace: And the use shall for Comfort to weak Christians, who Are much discouraged with their weak proceedings in grace:
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they feele not their hearts soe broken as they desire:
they feel not their hearts so broken as they desire:
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they desire with all their harts to turne vnto the Lord, to leaue sinne, but still they fall & that fowly:
they desire with all their hearts to turn unto the Lord, to leave sin, but still they fallen & that foully:
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The good they would doe they doe not, the euill they would not doe, that doe they daily. The good they would do they do not, the evil they would not do, that doe they daily.
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Well is it thus? yet be not thou discouraged, for though thy repentance be but in a beginning,
Well is it thus? yet be not thou discouraged, for though thy Repentance be but in a beginning,
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yet if it be true, God will meete it with mercy. Thou saiest thou desirest;
yet if it be true, God will meet it with mercy. Thou Sayest thou Desirest;
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is thy desire true and vnfeined ▪ doest thou desire to walke so as that God may be glorified? doest thou expresse thy desire by vsing of all good meanes? and is not thy desire idle? and art thou content to doe any labour,
is thy desire true and unfeigned ▪ dost thou desire to walk so as that God may be glorified? dost thou express thy desire by using of all good means? and is not thy desire idle? and art thou content to do any labour,
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& take any paines for the obteining of grace? doest thou thirst after it as the Hart doth after the riuers of water? if it be thus, assure thy selfe thy desire is highly pleasing vnto God, and most acceptable vnto him;
& take any pains for the obtaining of grace? dost thou thirst After it as the Heart does After the Rivers of water? if it be thus, assure thy self thy desire is highly pleasing unto God, and most acceptable unto him;
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the Lord he will not reiect it, nor thee in regard of it; He will not breake the bruised reed, nor quench the smoaking flaxe;
the Lord he will not reject it, nor thee in regard of it; He will not break the Bruised reed, nor quench the smoking flax;
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till he bring forth iudgement vnto victory. till he bring forth judgement unto victory.
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He doth not conteme the least measure of his owne grace, he hath bestowed on thee.
He does not conteme the least measure of his own grace, he hath bestowed on thee.
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Be it neuer so small a quantity if true, it is his owne gift, & his gifts are without repentance he cannot despise that which himselfe hath giuen,
Be it never so small a quantity if true, it is his own gift, & his Gifts Are without Repentance he cannot despise that which himself hath given,
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neither take that away for euer, which he hath once bestowed.
neither take that away for ever, which he hath once bestowed.
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Walke therefore boldly on, be not discouraged, thy creeping is acceptable to God, go on with comfort.
Walk Therefore boldly on, be not discouraged, thy creeping is acceptable to God, go on with Comfort.
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And ran ] Behold the readinesse of this father to receiue this his penitent childe, the one is not so willing to returne, And ran ] Behold the readiness of this father to receive this his penitent child, the one is not so willing to return,
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as the other is ioyfull to receiue;
as the other is joyful to receive;
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the father seeing of him comming, doth not stay vntill he commeth but ariseth to meete him,
the father seeing of him coming, does not stay until he comes but arises to meet him,
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yea & when he was a great way of so farre as he could see him;
yea & when he was a great Way of so Far as he could see him;
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he goeth to meet him & stayeth not for his comming nigher. Hence learne; God is very ready to shew mercy to euery true penitent.
he Goes to meet him & stays not for his coming nigher. Hence Learn; God is very ready to show mercy to every true penitent.
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So saith the Prophet Esay. He is very ready to forgiue. Those titles giuen him for his name testifie as much.
So Says the Prophet Isaiah. He is very ready to forgive. Those titles given him for his name testify as much.
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The Lord, the Lord, Strong, Mercifull, and Gratious &c. Those speeches which he so often vseth doe serue to confirme this truth.The Lord, the Lord, Strong, Merciful, and Gracious etc. Those Speeches which he so often uses do serve to confirm this truth.
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Why will ye die oh you house of Israell? I desire not the death of him that dieth; Why will you die o you house of Israel? I desire not the death of him that Dieth;
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Cause therefore one another to returne and liue. yea, And in another place. As I liue saith the Lord I desire not the death of a sinner:
Cause Therefore one Another to return and live. yea, And in Another place. As I live Says the Lord I desire not the death of a sinner:
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turne you turne you from your euill waies, for why will you die oh house of of Israel? The reasons are these.turn you turn you from your evil ways, for why will you die o house of of Israel? The Reasons Are these.
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First, because man is the workmanship of Gods owne hands, and therefore hee is the more readie and willing to saue him:
First, Because man is the workmanship of God's own hands, and Therefore he is the more ready and willing to save him:
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As an artificer is loath to spoyle what he hath made:
As an Artificer is loath to spoil what he hath made:
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though it doe displease him, yet he tryeth all meanes to make it serue his turne, before he casteth it away.
though it do displease him, yet he trieth all means to make it serve his turn, before he Cast it away.
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Secondly, It is Gods nature to shew mercie: now we know, that naturall actions are not troublesome to doe, but pleasant and delightfull:
Secondly, It is God's nature to show mercy: now we know, that natural actions Are not troublesome to do, but pleasant and delightful:
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how readie is the Beast to nourish her young? how willing is man to receiue his food, take his rest, &c. Because it is his nature to be exercised in these actions:
how ready is the Beast to nourish her young? how willing is man to receive his food, take his rest, etc. Because it is his nature to be exercised in these actions:
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thus is the Lord as readie and taketh as much delight in shewing mercy to the penitent,
thus is the Lord as ready and Takes as much delight in showing mercy to the penitent,
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because he sheweth & exerciseth his owne nature:
Because he shows & Exerciseth his own nature:
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therefore sayth Micah, mercie pleaseth him. And Dauid sweetly, The Lord is delighted in them that feare him, and attend vpon his mercy:
Therefore say micah, mercy Pleases him. And David sweetly, The Lord is delighted in them that Fear him, and attend upon his mercy:
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euen as though he reioyced much in hauing an occasion offered of exercising his mercy towards those that desire it.
even as though he rejoiced much in having an occasion offered of exercising his mercy towards those that desire it.
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A third reason, may be this, because none might despaire of his mercie:
A third reason, may be this, Because none might despair of his mercy:
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he is readie to shew mercie, that by the example of such as haue found mercie, others also might resort and repaire vnto him for mercie in time of need.
he is ready to show mercy, that by the Exampl of such as have found mercy, Others also might resort and repair unto him for mercy in time of need.
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For this cause I obtained mercie (sayth the Apostle) that in me first Iesus Christ might shew forth all long suffering for a patterne, vnto them which should hereafter beleeue on him to life euerlasting. For this cause I obtained mercy (say the Apostle) that in me First Iesus christ might show forth all long suffering for a pattern, unto them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.
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And thus saith Dauid: For this shall euery one that is godly, pray vnto thee in a time when thou mayst be found.
And thus Says David: For this shall every one that is godly, pray unto thee in a time when thou Mayest be found.
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And lastly, God is readie to receiue all true penitents to mercie? because Christ Iesus hath discharged their debt, and satisfied his iustice for their sinnes.
And lastly, God is ready to receive all true penitents to mercy? Because christ Iesus hath discharged their debt, and satisfied his Justice for their Sins.
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For he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was vpon him, and with his stripes we are healed.
For he was wounded for our transgressions, he was Bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him, and with his stripes we Are healed.
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Is this so, that God is readie to forgiue euery true penitent, then let none lay the fault vpon God, Is this so, that God is ready to forgive every true penitent, then let none lay the fault upon God,
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if they perish in their sinnes; for God is readie and desirous to forgiue:
if they perish in their Sins; for God is ready and desirous to forgive:
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and doth often call vpon vs, to turne from our euill wayes, that so we might not perish.
and does often call upon us, to turn from our evil ways, that so we might not perish.
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But if the Lord would not the destruction of the wicked, it could not be. This is well answered by one of the Fathers. But if the Lord would not the destruction of the wicked, it could not be. This is well answered by one of the Father's.
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God wileth, and willeth not the destruction of a sinner, in a diuers sence: God wileth, and wills not the destruction of a sinner, in a diverse sense:
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he willeth not their destruction, as concerning the desert, for in that respect he sayth, Thy destruction is of thy selfe oh Israell.
he wills not their destruction, as Concerning the desert, for in that respect he say, Thy destruction is of thy self o Israel.
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But as it is the punishment of sinne, and manifestation of the glory of his Iustice, so he willeth it. But as it is the punishment of sin, and manifestation of the glory of his justice, so he wills it.
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Accuse not then God at any time, if any destruction happen vnto you, but lay the whole blame thereof where it should be laid, viz. vpon your selues, whose hearts are hard, and will not repent.
Accuse not then God At any time, if any destruction happen unto you, but lay the Whole blame thereof where it should be laid, viz. upon your selves, whose hearts Are hard, and will not Repent.
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Secondly, Seeing this is so, that God is readie to shew mercie to euery one that seekes it;
Secondly, Seeing this is so, that God is ready to show mercy to every one that seeks it;
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let this be as a spurre and goad in our sides, to make vs turne vnto him,
let this be as a spur and goad in our sides, to make us turn unto him,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and seeke for mercy at his hands: he will not be wanting to thee, if thou beest not wanting to thy selfe;
and seek for mercy At his hands: he will not be wanting to thee, if thou Best not wanting to thy self;
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If there bee not wanting one to aske, there will not be wanting one to heare:
If there be not wanting one to ask, there will not be wanting one to hear:
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let there be a repentant offender, and there will be a gracious forgiuer:
let there be a repentant offender, and there will be a gracious forgiver:
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say but with Dauid in the truth of of thy heart, I haue sinned, and thou shalt soone heare the Lord make answere, The Lord hath done away thy sinne. say but with David in the truth of of thy heart, I have sinned, and thou shalt soon hear the Lord make answer, The Lord hath done away thy sin.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Oh but my sinnes are many, and great, and indeed so hideous, and horrible, as that I neither haue nor can haue any hope of obtaining mercie.
O but my Sins Are many, and great, and indeed so hideous, and horrible, as that I neither have nor can have any hope of obtaining mercy.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Are thy sinnes many? then thou hast not need to increase them, and make them more,
are thy Sins many? then thou hast not need to increase them, and make them more,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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but to lessen them by Repentance:
but to lessen them by Repentance:
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For thee to say, they are more then can be forgiuen, is a greater sinne against God,
For thee to say, they Are more then can be forgiven, is a greater sin against God,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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then the committing of those sinnes, that lie so heauie vpon thy conscience.
then the committing of those Sins, that lie so heavy upon thy conscience.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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For first, thou doest derogate from the power of God, and accusest him of impotencie and weaknesse:
For First, thou dost derogate from the power of God, and accusest him of impotency and weakness:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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doth not he cut short the Princes power and mercy, that shall say, he can pardon lesser offences,
does not he Cut short the Princes power and mercy, that shall say, he can pardon lesser offences,
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but not treason and rebellion? And doth not he in like sort shrinke vp the sinewes of Gods mercy, that sayth, he can pardon onely smaller sinnes,
but not treason and rebellion? And does not he in like sort shrink up the sinews of God's mercy, that say, he can pardon only smaller Sins,
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but not such as are of a larger size? Againe, what doest thou but giue his Maiestie the lye? For he saith, he will extend his mercy vnto all that come vnto him;
but not such as Are of a larger size? Again, what dost thou but give his Majesty the lie? For he Says, he will extend his mercy unto all that come unto him;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and promiseth to clense vs from all our filthinesse. But thou replyest, No; and promises to cleanse us from all our filthiness. But thou repliest, No;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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he will not extend it vnto me, neither will he cleanse me from all my sinnes:
he will not extend it unto me, neither will he cleanse me from all my Sins:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Now is not this to contradict the Lord, in not giuing credit to his word and promises? Wherefore,
Now is not this to contradict the Lord, in not giving credit to his word and promises? Wherefore,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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though you haue sinned greatly, yet despaire not of Gods mercy & grace, nothing can be too hard from him that is omnipotent;
though you have sinned greatly, yet despair not of God's mercy & grace, nothing can be too hard from him that is omnipotent;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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whose mercy is aboue all his workes, and therefore farre aboue our sinfull workes, be they neuer so many.
whose mercy is above all his works, and Therefore Far above our sinful works, be they never so many.
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Remember, his promises are made indefinitely to all, that repent, and turne, no matter what they haue beene;
remember, his promises Are made indefinitely to all, that Repent, and turn, no matter what they have been;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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though Publicans, or Harlots, Sodomites, or Gomorreans, exclude not thy selfe, for God doth not exclude thee.
though Publicans, or Harlots, Sodomites, or Gomorreans, exclude not thy self, for God does not exclude thee.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Should a Prince send forth his pardon, to a company of traytors and except none; and if one amongst the rest should thus say;
Should a Prince send forth his pardon, to a company of Traitors and except none; and if one among the rest should thus say;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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this concernes not me, because I haue beene so great an offender, therefore I will still stand in doubt of my Princes fauour, & suspect his word;
this concerns not me, Because I have been so great an offender, Therefore I will still stand in doubt of my Princes favour, & suspect his word;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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would not euery one accuse this man of folly, and vnthankefulnesse? Thus doest thou, who dost still stand in doubt of pardon for thy sin,
would not every one accuse this man of folly, and unthankfulness? Thus dost thou, who dost still stand in doubt of pardon for thy since,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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though the Lord hath sent forth a generall pardon for thee, and all others that doe truely repent:
though the Lord hath sent forth a general pardon for thee, and all Others that do truly Repent:
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Doe not thus dishonour God, and wrong thy owne soule, thou canst not want mercy, if thou doest truely seeke it.
Do not thus dishonour God, and wrong thy own soul, thou Canst not want mercy, if thou dost truly seek it.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Call to mind the dayes of old;
Call to mind the days of old;
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search and see if euer thou canst finde an example of any one from the beginning of the world, to this present houre (were their sinnes neuer so hainous or innumerable) who haue not found mercy vpon their Repentance and turning.
search and see if ever thou Canst find an Exampl of any one from the beginning of the world, to this present hour (were their Sins never so heinous or innumerable) who have not found mercy upon their Repentance and turning.
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Rahab an Harlot; Abraham (by all likelihood) an Idolater: Paul a Persecutor: Mathew an Extertioner: Zacheus a Vsurer: euen these professed sinners, vpon their Repentance, obtained mercy.Rahab an Harlot; Abraham (by all likelihood) an Idolater: Paul a Persecutor: Matthew an Extertioner: Zacchaeus a Usurer: even these professed Sinners, upon their Repentance, obtained mercy.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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And doe we not read, how many of those Iewes, who beate and buffetted the sonne of God, who mocked him, reuiled him,
And do we not read, how many of those Iewes, who beat and buffeted the son of God, who mocked him, reviled him,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and preferred a wicked murtherer before him;
and preferred a wicked murderer before him;
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and lastly, in most ignominious sort crucified and killed him, were conuerted to the number of three thousand of them at one Sermon;
and lastly, in most ignominious sort Crucified and killed him, were converted to the number of three thousand of them At one Sermon;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and had their sinnes pardoned and remitted? Who can despaire to obtaine pardon of his sinnes, and had their Sins pardoned and remitted? Who can despair to obtain pardon of his Sins,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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when they doe but remember, that they who bathed their hands in the bloud of the Sonne of God, should haue their soules bathed with it,
when they do but Remember, that they who bathed their hands in the blood of the Son of God, should have their Souls bathed with it,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and that they should haue their sinnes washed away with that blood which they shed? Take notice of one example more,
and that they should have their Sins washed away with that blood which they shed? Take notice of one Exampl more,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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and it is that of Manasse, whom the Scripture makes known to haue been a horrible Idolater, (sacrificing his owne children vnto his Idols) a notable Witch, a wicked Sorcerer, a bloudy Murtherer of Gods Saints and Prophets;
and it is that of Manasseh, whom the Scripture makes known to have been a horrible Idolater, (sacrificing his own children unto his Idols) a notable Witch, a wicked Sorcerer, a bloody Murderer of God's Saints and prophets;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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insomuch, that he filled Ierusalem, from one end to the other, with innocent bloud: yet this trascendent-sinning King, found fauour and mercy at Gods hands.
insomuch, that he filled Ierusalem, from one end to the other, with innocent blood: yet this trascendent-sinning King, found favour and mercy At God's hands.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Now is not this and the other examples written for our learning, to assure vs of the like fauour,
Now is not this and the other Examples written for our learning, to assure us of the like favour,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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if wee bring the like repentance? feare not then, though thy sinnes be many, yet Gods mercies are aboue thy sinne.
if we bring the like Repentance? Fear not then, though thy Sins be many, yet God's Mercies Are above thy sin.
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It is impossible for thee to commit more, then hee can remit and forgiue.
It is impossible for thee to commit more, then he can remit and forgive.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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I confesse indeede, there is an vnpardonable sinne, that shall neuer bee forgiuen, neither in this life,
I confess indeed, there is an unpardonable sin, that shall never be forgiven, neither in this life,
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nor in that which is to come: but the reason is, not because God cannot forgiue it;
nor in that which is to come: but the reason is, not Because God cannot forgive it;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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but because such as haue committed it, cannot relent, nor repent of it;
but Because such as have committed it, cannot relent, nor Repent of it;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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they are gone so farre, that they can neuer returne backe, as the Author to the Hebrewes sheweth.
they Are gone so Far, that they can never return back, as the Author to the Hebrews shows.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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This sinne I feare I haue committed, therefore I am out of hope: Indeed God is readie to shew mercie, but there is none for mee.
This sin I Fear I have committed, Therefore I am out of hope: Indeed God is ready to show mercy, but there is none for me.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
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Dost thou feare it? then I dare pronounce peace to thy soule, thou hast not committed it;
Dost thou Fear it? then I Dare pronounce peace to thy soul, thou hast not committed it;
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neyther canst thou commit it so long as thou thus fearest: for such as doe commit this sinne, doe it to despite the Spirit of grace,
neither Canst thou commit it so long as thou thus Fearest: for such as do commit this sin, do it to despite the Spirit of grace,
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and count the bloud of the couenant as an vnholy thing: They are not afraid of it, but (rather) boast of it;
and count the blood of the Covenant as an unholy thing: They Are not afraid of it, but (rather) boast of it;
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glorie in it, and liue and dye in it. And therefore be not thou discouraged from seeking to the Lord;
glory in it, and live and die in it. And Therefore be not thou discouraged from seeking to the Lord;
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God hath mercie in store for thee, yea euen for thee, if thou becommest penitent, be thou what thou wilt be.
God hath mercy in store for thee, yea even for thee, if thou becomest penitent, be thou what thou wilt be.
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But if thou resoluest to lye still snorting in sinne, then let mee tell thee, that as there is no sinne be it neuer so great,
But if thou resolvest to lie still snorting in sin, then let me tell thee, that as there is no sin be it never so great,
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but vpon thy repentance shall be forgiuen;
but upon thy Repentance shall be forgiven;
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so there is no sinne be it neuer so small, that thou hast committed, but (without repentance) will be thy damnation.
so there is no sin be it never so small, that thou hast committed, but (without Repentance) will be thy damnation.
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Bee wise therefore, and make a good choyce, for this day I haue set before thee life and death, at thy choyce be it.
be wise Therefore, and make a good choice, for this day I have Set before thee life and death, At thy choice be it.
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The last vse may serue for Imitation. Let vs be like to our heauenly Father; and be as readie to forgiue others who haue offended vs;
The last use may serve for Imitation. Let us be like to our heavenly Father; and be as ready to forgive Others who have offended us;
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as God is to forgiue vs who haue and doe daily offend him. It may be some haue offered thee wrong, yea great wrong;
as God is to forgive us who have and do daily offend him. It may be Some have offered thee wrong, yea great wrong;
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yet must thou forgiue, and that redily.
yet must thou forgive, and that readily.
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Why is there then so much suing and intreating and begging for reconciliation before pardon be obtayned.
Why is there then so much suing and entreating and begging for reconciliation before pardon be obtained.
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Remember, God is more gracious vnto thee, and oughtest not thou to be so vnto thy brother?
remember, God is more gracious unto thee, and Ought not thou to be so unto thy brother?
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Further, in that we here find the sonne comming to confesse, and the father running to forgiue: Hence learne we: Further, in that we Here find the son coming to confess, and the father running to forgive: Hence Learn we:
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God is more readie to shew mercie, then penitent sinners are to sue for mercie: the one comes softly, the other swiftly.God is more ready to show mercy, then penitent Sinners Are to sue for mercy: the one comes softly, the other swiftly.
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An excellent place to proue this, is that of the Prophet Esay: Before they call, I will answer:
an excellent place to prove this, is that of the Prophet Isaiah: Before they call, I will answer:
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and whiles they speake, I will heare. and while they speak, I will hear.
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God will not stay vntill they doe call, but before they call, hee will grant them their desire.
God will not stay until they do call, but before they call, he will grant them their desire.
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And so in the first verse of that Chapter, I was found of them that sought me not. Vse.
And so in the First verse of that Chapter, I was found of them that sought me not. Use.
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Take notice then of Gods wonderfull loue, who albeit he be the partie that is offended,
Take notice then of God's wonderful love, who albeit he be the party that is offended,
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yet is more readie to forgiue, then we to seeke or to begge pardon: My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are my waies your waies, saith the Lord.
yet is more ready to forgive, then we to seek or to beg pardon: My thoughts Are not your thoughts, neither Are my ways your ways, Says the Lord.
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It is most true indeed, for of how stiffe, stubborne, implacable a disposition are wee of? Haue we once conceiued a displeasure against any, how hardly are we reconciled? nay,
It is most true indeed, for of how stiff, stubborn, implacable a disposition Are we of? Have we once conceived a displeasure against any, how hardly Are we reconciled? nay,
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though they sue, and seeke vnto vs, yet how hardly are we brought, euer to receiue him to loue and fauour againe within our hearts? so close doth wrong and iniurie sticke vnto vs. But as for God,
though they sue, and seek unto us, yet how hardly Are we brought, ever to receive him to love and favour again within our hearts? so close does wrong and injury stick unto us But as for God,
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behold his goodnesse, who (albeit he be daily prouoked by our sinnes) is readie to forgiue,
behold his Goodness, who (albeit he be daily provoked by our Sins) is ready to forgive,
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and doth seeke vnto vs to be reconciled, beeing more readie to pardon, then we to begge it.
and does seek unto us to be reconciled, being more ready to pardon, then we to beg it.
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Oh that we were followers of God herein, like good children! Secondly, let this serue to increase our boldnesse in comming to the Lord;
O that we were followers of God herein, like good children! Secondly, let this serve to increase our boldness in coming to the Lord;
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thou canst not be so forward to come, as God is to meet; so readie to craue pardon, as he is to forgiue.
thou Canst not be so forward to come, as God is to meet; so ready to crave pardon, as he is to forgive.
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This poynt had need to be vrged, for howsoeuer this be common in the mouthes of many, God is mercifull, and the like:
This point had need to be urged, for howsoever this be Common in the mouths of many, God is merciful, and the like:
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yet in time of Spirituall distresse, to seeke to God for mercie, is no easie matter;
yet in time of Spiritual distress, to seek to God for mercy, is no easy matter;
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it is nothing (saith one) in the day of sencelessenesse to presume:
it is nothing (Says one) in the day of sencelessenesse to presume:
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but when once the heart is touched with a sence of sinne, it is a hard matter not to despaire.
but when once the heart is touched with a sense of sin, it is a hard matter not to despair.
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Oh what a hard taske is it then to seeke for mercie, and lay hold of it? Consider well what hath been said,
O what a hard task is it then to seek for mercy, and lay hold of it? Consider well what hath been said,
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and store it vp against time of need. But now happily some will obiect against this truth, and say;
and store it up against time of need. But now happily Some will Object against this truth, and say;
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I haue often sought to God for mercie with many a teare and groane, and yet I haue not found,
I have often sought to God for mercy with many a tear and groan, and yet I have not found,
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yea and other of Gods children, as Moses, Dauid, Paul, &c. haue prayed and not beene heard. To this I answer;
yea and other of God's children, as Moses, David, Paul, etc. have prayed and not been herd. To this I answer;
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It may be thou hast sought for such things as God knoweth to be vnfit for thee, tending rather to thy hurt then good:
It may be thou hast sought for such things as God Knoweth to be unfit for thee, tending rather to thy hurt then good:
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If so, then God is found in mercie; in withholding from thee that which thou derest;
If so, then God is found in mercy; in withholding from thee that which thou dearest;
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and is more ready to shew mercy then thou to seek it; for thou seekest not mercie, but thine owne miserie:
and is more ready to show mercy then thou to seek it; for thou Seekest not mercy, but thine own misery:
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God therefore giueth mercie beyond thy desire.
God Therefore gives mercy beyond thy desire.
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Secondly, God may for a time delay to giue thee what thou seekest, that it may be a mercie;
Secondly, God may for a time Delay to give thee what thou Seekest, that it may be a mercy;
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for hadst thou what thou desirest at the very instant, it might tend to thy hurt,
for Hadst thou what thou Desirest At the very instant, it might tend to thy hurt,
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or else not be respected as it should. Did God see thee fit to receiue, thou shouldest not want thy desire one houre.
or Else not be respected as it should. Did God see thee fit to receive, thou Shouldst not want thy desire one hour.
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In this also is God more readie to shew mercie, then thou to seeke.
In this also is God more ready to show mercy, then thou to seek.
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4132
Or thirdly, Thou art heard in a better kind, and so was Paul and Moses, and the rest of Gods seruants, with whom God dealt by way of exchange;
Or Thirdly, Thou art herd in a better kind, and so was Paul and Moses, and the rest of God's Servants, with whom God dealt by Way of exchange;
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keeping from them what they begged, and giuing vnto them a better blessing. If then God giue not that particular thou askest, but some thing better then it,
keeping from them what they begged, and giving unto them a better blessing. If then God give not that particular thou askest, but Some thing better then it,
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for it; (whether it bee Patience, Strength, Exercise, or increase of Grace ) thou canst not say but God is found:
for it; (whither it be Patience, Strength, Exercise, or increase of Grace) thou Canst not say but God is found:
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and is as readie, nay more readie to shew mercie, then thou to sue for it at his hands.
and is as ready, nay more ready to show mercy, then thou to sue for it At his hands.
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4136
Let vs then beleeue, remember, and apply this poynt for our endlesse and euerlasting comfort: And beware of sucking poyson out of this sweet and blessed floure.
Let us then believe, Remember, and apply this point for our endless and everlasting Comfort: And beware of sucking poison out of this sweet and blessed flower.
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4137
He fell on his necke, and kissed him. He fell on his neck, and kissed him.
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] Here is a ioyfull meeting, betwixt so good a father and so badde a sonne:] Here is a joyful meeting, betwixt so good a father and so bad a son:
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Mercie, and Truth are met, and each of them kisse the other: here is truth in the Prodigall, for he dissembled not; and mercie in the father.Mercy, and Truth Are met, and each of them kiss the other: Here is truth in the Prodigal, for he dissembled not; and mercy in the father.
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By these circumstances, the heat and fire of his affections is declared, and his intire loue vnto his sonne expressed,
By these Circumstances, the heat and fire of his affections is declared, and his entire love unto his son expressed,
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4141
for a kisse hath euer beene as a pledge and pawne of kindnesse, which is professed by it:
for a kiss hath ever been as a pledge and pawn of kindness, which is professed by it:
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4142
and by this ceremonie or rite, they did expresse their loue in the time of the primatiue Church one to another, which ceremonie continued till the daies of Iustine Martyr in customarie vse,
and by this ceremony or rite, they did express their love in the time of the primitive Church one to Another, which ceremony continued till the days of Justin Martyr in customary use,
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before their approaching to the Lords Table; thereby to testifie their heartie reconcilement each to other, this was called a holy kisse.
before their approaching to the lords Table; thereby to testify their hearty reconcilement each to other, this was called a holy kiss.
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4144
It is a ceremonie also of ciuilitie, and hath beene and is still in vse.
It is a ceremony also of civility, and hath been and is still in use.
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4145
Thus Ioseph blessed his brethren, and fell vpon their necks and kissed them, &c. When Iudas the traytor studied with himselfe what course might be the best to bring Christ to his death, hee could deuise not a more subtile shift then vnder a kisse (a pretence of kindnesse) to couer his villenie:
Thus Ioseph blessed his brothers, and fell upon their necks and kissed them, etc. When Iudas the traitor studied with himself what course might be the best to bring christ to his death, he could devise not a more subtle shift then under a kiss (a pretence of kindness) to cover his villainy:
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4146
When the Church in the Canticles saith to her Spouse, to shew his loue vnto her, she intreateth him to kisse her with the kisses of his mouth, viz. that he would manifest his loue and affection vnto her, by manifest and good tokens. When the Church in the Canticles Says to her Spouse, to show his love unto her, she intreateth him to kiss her with the Kisses of his Mouth, viz. that he would manifest his love and affection unto her, by manifest and good tokens.
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4147
Thus the father kisseth his penitent child, thereby to seale and confirme his loue and good will towards him, that he might make no doubt thereof.
Thus the father Kisses his penitent child, thereby to seal and confirm his love and good will towards him, that he might make no doubt thereof.
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So then, in that the father doth thus manifest and declare his loue and good will to this sonne,
So then, in that the father does thus manifest and declare his love and good will to this son,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
701
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4149
after his comming into his presence: hence let vs learne this Lesson.
After his coming into his presence: hence let us Learn this lesson.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
701
Page 239
4150
God will manifest and make knowne his loue vnto his children, by euident signes and tokens vpon their conuersion and turning to him. God will manifest and make known his love unto his children, by evident Signs and tokens upon their conversion and turning to him.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
702
Page 239
4151
God doth not onely inwardly affect and loue his elected children that belong vnto him,
God does not only inwardly affect and love his elected children that belong unto him,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
702
Page 239
4152
but hee will also haue them resolued of this his loue and kindnesse, and will in due time make manifest the same by euident signes and tokens, that they may not doubt of it:
but he will also have them resolved of this his love and kindness, and will in due time make manifest the same by evident Signs and tokens, that they may not doubt of it:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
702
Page 239
4153
The loue of God is shed abroad in our hearts, (saith the Apostle) that is, the sense and feeling of it, is shedde and powred forth into vs, that wee might not doubt of it,The love of God is shed abroad in our hearts, (Says the Apostle) that is, the sense and feeling of it, is shed and poured forth into us, that we might not doubt of it,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
702
Page 239
4154
but be fully perswaded and assured thereof. And a little after he saith;
but be Fully persuaded and assured thereof. And a little After he Says;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
702
Page 239
4155
God commendeth, (that it, maketh knowne) his loue towards vs, in that (while we were yet sinners) Christ died for vs. God commends, (that it, makes known) his love towards us, in that (while we were yet Sinners) christ died for us
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(12) verse (DIV2)
702
Page 239
4156
And were it not so, how could we be affected with it? what is it for a blinde man to know that the Sunne is a most glorious bright creature when hee himselfe doth not see it? so what is it for a man to know there is much loue hid in God,
And were it not so, how could we be affected with it? what is it for a blind man to know that the Sun is a most glorious bright creature when he himself does not see it? so what is it for a man to know there is much love hid in God,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
703
Page 239
4157
except he haue some sence and feeling of it? That precious oyntment, which the woman poured vpon Christs head, gaue no sauour while it was shut vp in the box,
except he have Some sense and feeling of it? That precious ointment, which the woman poured upon Christ head, gave no savour while it was shut up in the box,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
703
Page 239
4158
but being shed and powred out, it did then yeeld a most sweet sent vnto all that were in the roome:
but being shed and poured out, it did then yield a most sweet sent unto all that were in the room:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
703
Page 239
4159
so the loue of God (while it is, as it were, shut vp in Gods decree,
so the love of God (while it is, as it were, shut up in God's Decree,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
703
Page 239
4160
and not felt of the Elect, hath not that fauour with it:
and not felt of the Elect, hath not that favour with it:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
703
Page 240
4161
but when they once come to haue a taste of it, then it is as an oyntment powred forth, which doth exceedingly and plentifully refresh their hearts and soules.
but when they once come to have a taste of it, then it is as an ointment poured forth, which does exceedingly and plentifully refresh their hearts and Souls.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
703
Page 240
4162
Vpon this that hath beene sayd, some may demand; Upon this that hath been said, Some may demand;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
704
Page 240
4163
whether Gods Elect, being yet vncalled, are within the compasse of Gods loue? for so much doth the poynt seeme to imply. I answer, They are:
whither God's Elect, being yet uncalled, Are within the compass of God's love? for so much does the point seem to imply. I answer, They Are:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
704
Page 240
4164
God doth loue his Elect, though for the present, they be vncalled, as the Apostle doth manifestly declare in the place before quoted, Rom. 5.8.
God does love his Elect, though for the present, they be uncalled, as the Apostle does manifestly declare in the place before quoted, Rom. 5.8.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
705
Page 240
4165
where he sheweth, that God setteth forth his loue, and makes it known to them, that he loued them, where he shows, that God sets forth his love, and makes it known to them, that he loved them,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
705
Page 240
4166
euen while they were yet sinners. So then (in regard of election) they are beloued of God, being yet vncalled:
even while they were yet Sinners. So then (in regard of election) they Are Beloved of God, being yet uncalled:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
705
Page 240
4167
though indeed, not with that degree of loue it pleaseth him to vouchsafe to them after their calling. Now to the vses.
though indeed, not with that degree of love it Pleases him to vouchsafe to them After their calling. Now to the uses.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
705
Page 240
4168
And first is this so, that God doth not onely loue, and inwardly affect his children, but doth also manifest the same by signes and tokens, that they may bee out of doubt thereof? Then this may serue to confute that doctrine of the Church of Rome, who hold that no man can be certainely assured of the loue and fauour of God, hee may hope well, and so foorth:
And First is this so, that God does not only love, and inwardly affect his children, but does also manifest the same by Signs and tokens, that they may be out of doubt thereof? Then this may serve to confute that Doctrine of the Church of Rome, who hold that no man can be Certainly assured of the love and favour of God, he may hope well, and so forth:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
707
Page 240
4169
But no man can haue any assured confidence. What is this, but a racke and torment to weake consciences? What doth this,
But no man can have any assured confidence. What is this, but a rack and torment to weak Consciences? What does this,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
707
Page 240
4170
but extinguish the truth and sincerity, both of faith and loue towards God? what fruit bringeth this,
but extinguish the truth and sincerity, both of faith and love towards God? what fruit brings this,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
707
Page 240
4171
but impatiency in time of trouble and persecution, and indeede maketh a way for desperation of Gods mercy.
but impatiency in time of trouble and persecution, and indeed makes a Way for desperation of God's mercy.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
707
Page 240
4172
Away then with this vnsetled doubting, with this vncomfortable doctrine and false opinion, which is contrary to Gods truth,
Away then with this unsettled doubting, with this uncomfortable Doctrine and false opinion, which is contrary to God's truth,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
707
Page 240
4173
and Saints profession, who haue had the sence of Gods loue, and reioyced therein, euen in their extremest affliction, in the flames of fire, and depth of darksome dungeons.
and Saints profession, who have had the sense of God's love, and rejoiced therein, even in their Extremest affliction, in the flames of fire, and depth of darksome dungeons.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
707
Page 240
4174
Secondly, let this stirre vp euery one of vs to a diligent examination of our selues,
Secondly, let this stir up every one of us to a diligent examination of our selves,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
708
Page 241
4175
whether God hath, as yet kissed vs with the kisses of his mouth, whether he hath,
whither God hath, as yet kissed us with the Kisses of his Mouth, whither he hath,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
708
Page 241
4176
as yet, manifested his loue vnto vs, by signes and tokens.
as yet, manifested his love unto us, by Signs and tokens.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
708
Page 241
4177
For till we haue assurance heereof, what comfort can we haue? how doe we know whether we be of the number of Elect,
For till we have assurance hereof, what Comfort can we have? how do we know whither we be of the number of Elect,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
708
Page 241
4178
or of the reprobate? Striue therefore to be assured heereof, examine thy selfe diligently, that thou mayst be assured.
or of the Reprobate? Strive Therefore to be assured hereof, examine thy self diligently, that thou Mayest be assured.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
708
Page 241
4179
And forasmuch as we are very ready to deceiue our selues in this matter, thinking we are highly in Gods fauour, when it is not so:
And forasmuch as we Are very ready to deceive our selves in this matter, thinking we Are highly in God's favour, when it is not so:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
708
Page 241
4180
bee therefore the more carefull in thy triall, neuer giue ouer, vntill thou canst say, I finde this and this signe, whereby I know the Lord loues mee.
be Therefore the more careful in thy trial, never give over, until thou Canst say, I find this and this Signen, whereby I know the Lord loves me.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
708
Page 241
4181
But how may I come to a knowledge of this? And by what signes may I haue some assurance heereof?
But how may I come to a knowledge of this? And by what Signs may I have Some assurance hereof?
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(12) verse (DIV2)
709
Page 241
4182
Know, that whom God loues with this speciall loue, to them he giues of his spirit, whereby they are sanctified, The loue of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost, which is giuen vs, saith the Apostle.
Know, that whom God loves with this special love, to them he gives of his Spirit, whereby they Are sanctified, The love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost, which is given us, Says the Apostle.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
710
Page 241
4183
So then, this gift of the Spirit is an euident token of Gods speciall loue.
So then, this gift of the Spirit is an evident token of God's special love.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
710
Page 241
4184
If any now demand, how they shall know whether they haue the Spirit of God within them? I answer,
If any now demand, how they shall know whither they have the Spirit of God within them? I answer,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
710
Page 241
4185
as a woman knoweth her selfe to bee with childe, by the stirring of it; the Spirit will soone bee felt and perceiued where it is;
as a woman Knoweth her self to be with child, by the stirring of it; the Spirit will soon be felt and perceived where it is;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
710
Page 241
4186
for it is alwayes operatiue, it hath such workings, as cannot be hiden. First, inwardly, enlightning the minde, sanctifying the affections, enclining the will, and the like.
for it is always operative, it hath such workings, as cannot be hiden. First, inwardly, enlightening the mind, sanctifying the affections, inclining the will, and the like.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
710
Page 241
4187
Then outwardly, framing and fashioning the outward man, vnto all conformity, with the Law of God, both in word and deede.
Then outwardly, framing and fashioning the outward man, unto all conformity, with the Law of God, both in word and deed.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
712
Page 241
4188
It causeth the words to be sauory, seasoned with salt, and to bee such as may administer grace to the hearers:
It Causes the words to be savoury, seasoned with salt, and to be such as may administer grace to the hearers:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
712
Page 241
4189
It driueth corrupt communication out of mens mouthes, as Christ did the buyers and sellers out of the Temple.
It Driveth corrupt communication out of men's mouths, as christ did the buyers and sellers out of the Temple.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
712
Page 241
4190
It also causeth mens workes and deedes, in some measure, to be conformable to Gods most blessed will, making them to leaue what God doth forbid,
It also Causes men's works and Deeds, in Some measure, to be conformable to God's most blessed will, making them to leave what God does forbid,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
712
Page 242
4191
and readily to doe what God doth command.
and readily to do what God does command.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
712
Page 242
4192
Easily then may it bee knowne where Gods Spirit is, if men would take some paynes in examining themselues.
Easily then may it be known where God's Spirit is, if men would take Some pains in examining themselves.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
713
Page 242
4193
In buying of some vessell, men will looke both on the in-side and out-side, and see it be sound:
In buying of Some vessel, men will look both on the inside and outside, and see it be found:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
713
Page 242
4194
Doe so by thy selfe, looke first into thy in-side, see if thy minde be enlightned, thy affections sanctified.
Do so by thy self, look First into thy inside, see if thy mind be enlightened, thy affections sanctified.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
713
Page 242
4195
Then view well the out-side, see if thy wayes be reformed:
Then view well the outside, see if thy ways be reformed:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
713
Page 242
4196
If it be thus, then surely God hath manifested his loue vnto thee, thou art on a good ground, stand sure.
If it be thus, then surely God hath manifested his love unto thee, thou art on a good ground, stand sure.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
713
Page 242
4197
But this marke is somewhat generall, and therefore we will come to others. If the Lord loue thee, then thou doest loue him againe.
But this mark is somewhat general, and Therefore we will come to Others. If the Lord love thee, then thou dost love him again.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
713
Page 242
4198
This S. Iohn doth confirme, We loue him, because he loued vs first.
This S. John does confirm, We love him, Because he loved us First.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
714
Page 242
4199
For, as the cold stone, being warmed by the Sunne-beames, reflecteth againe some of the heat which it receiued.
For, as the cold stone, being warmed by the Sunbeams, reflecteth again Some of the heat which it received.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
714
Page 242
4200
So our cold hearts, being stricken with an apprehension of Gods loue, beginnes to send forth some sparks of loue againe.
So our cold hearts, being stricken with an apprehension of God's love, begins to send forth Some sparks of love again.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
714
Page 242
4201
The Lords loue must first heat my heart, before I can reflect my affection vpon him.
The lords love must First heat my heart, before I can reflect my affection upon him.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
714
Page 242
4202
Examine then what loue thou bearest towards God, try whether it bee sound; for certainely, if thou louest him, thou art beloued of him.
Examine then what love thou bearest towards God, try whither it be found; for Certainly, if thou love him, thou art Beloved of him.
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(12) verse (DIV2)
714
Page 242
4203
I know it is thought to be a common thing, and easie to loue the Lord,
I know it is Thought to be a Common thing, and easy to love the Lord,
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(12) verse (DIV2)
714
Page 242
4204
and he is a wretch, and vnworthy to liue, that doth not loue his Maker. But let euery one beware, lest the wretch be found in his owne bosome:
and he is a wretch, and unworthy to live, that does not love his Maker. But let every one beware, lest the wretch be found in his own bosom:
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(12) verse (DIV2)
714
Page 242
4205
For it is not so common a thing to loue the Lord, as the world takes it to be;
For it is not so Common a thing to love the Lord, as the world Takes it to be;
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(12) verse (DIV2)
714
Page 242
4206
All that say they loue him, do not loue him; many will loue him with their tongues, that hate him in their soules.
All that say they love him, do not love him; many will love him with their tongues, that hate him in their Souls.
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Be thou therefore of a good ground, try thy loue by the fruits and effects, and for thy better helpe, I will touch a few.
Be thou Therefore of a good ground, try thy love by the fruits and effects, and for thy better help, I will touch a few.
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First, if thou louest God truely, thou doest esteeme him and his fauor aboue all things in the world besides; First, if thou love God truly, thou dost esteem him and his favour above all things in the world beside;
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counting his louing kindnesse better vnto thee then life, and the signes of his fauour thy greatest ioy.
counting his loving kindness better unto thee then life, and the Signs of his favour thy greatest joy.
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All things shall be counted, but as drosse and dung, in comparison of it. Secondly, if thou louest God, thou wilt then delight in his presence; All things shall be counted, but as dross and dung, in comparison of it. Secondly, if thou love God, thou wilt then delight in his presence;
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For the nature of true loue is such, that it earnestly desireth the presence of the party which is beloued:
For the nature of true love is such, that it earnestly Desires the presence of the party which is Beloved:
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Thou wilt loue his house, and the place where his honour dwelleth.
Thou wilt love his house, and the place where his honour dwells.
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Thou wilt haue frequent recourse to those meanes, by which the Lord is pleased to conuerse with his children,
Thou wilt have frequent recourse to those means, by which the Lord is pleased to converse with his children,
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whether Publique, as to the hearing of the Word, and receiuing of the Sacraments.
whither Public, as to the hearing of the Word, and receiving of the Sacraments.
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Or Priuate, as reading, singing, &c. taking all occasions to speake vnto him, by prayer and priuate meditation: yea, thou wilt haue an ardent desire, to be dissolued, that thou mayst be with Christ:
Or Private, as reading, singing, etc. taking all occasions to speak unto him, by prayer and private meditation: yea, thou wilt have an Ardent desire, to be dissolved, that thou Mayest be with christ:
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and to bee absent from the body, that thou mightest be present with the Lord.
and to be absent from the body, that thou Mightest be present with the Lord.
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Thirdly, thy loue to God may be tried by thy hatred of them, that hate him,
Thirdly, thy love to God may be tried by thy hatred of them, that hate him,
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and hating of that which he hateth. Thus stood that sweet singer of Israel affected:
and hating of that which he hates. Thus stood that sweet singer of Israel affected:
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Doe not I hate them, ô Lord, that hate thee? and am not I greeued with those that rise vp against thee? I hate them with perfect hatred, I count them mine enemies. Do not I hate them, o Lord, that hate thee? and am not I grieved with those that rise up against thee? I hate them with perfect hatred, I count them mine enemies.
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Fourthly, our loue to God, may be tried by our readinesse in obeying of his commands, loue can hardly deny any work, which the party beloued doth enioyne:
Fourthly, our love to God, may be tried by our readiness in obeying of his commands, love can hardly deny any work, which the party Beloved does enjoin:
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loth wee are to deny to doe any thing, for those whom we entirely affect:
loath we Are to deny to do any thing, for those whom we entirely affect:
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He that hath my commandements, and keepeth them, he it is that loueth mee, saith our Sauiour.) This is the loue of God, that wee keepe his commandements, and his commandements are not greeuous, (saith that beloued Disciple.) So then where there is loue, there is obedience, He that hath my Commandments, and Keepeth them, he it is that loves me, Says our Saviour.) This is the love of God, that we keep his Commandments, and his Commandments Are not grievous, (Says that Beloved Disciple.) So then where there is love, there is Obedience,
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yea willing and cheerefull obedience, His commandements will not be greeuous:
yea willing and cheerful Obedience, His Commandments will not be grievous:
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yea, vniuersall, ready, and cheerefull obedience, his commandements, not commandement, readily will we obey, not one, but all.
yea, universal, ready, and cheerful Obedience, his Commandments, not Commandment, readily will we obey, not one, but all.
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Fiftly, it may bee tryed by our willingnesse and ioyfulnesse, in suffering for his sake: Loue will endure much, and suffer long.
Fifty, it may be tried by our willingness and joyfulness, in suffering for his sake: Love will endure much, and suffer long.
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It made Iacob serue seuen yeeres of hard seruice for Rachels sake, which seemed vnto him but a short time.
It made Iacob serve seuen Years of hard service for Rachels sake, which seemed unto him but a short time.
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So for the loue that Sochem did beare to Dinah, hee was content to suffer the cutting of his flesh,
So for the love that Sochem did bear to Dinah, he was content to suffer the cutting of his Flesh,
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though (vndoubtedly) it were painfull and troublesome vnto him.
though (undoubtedly) it were painful and troublesome unto him.
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This caused the Apostle to reioyce in tribulations: That they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name. This caused the Apostle to rejoice in tribulations: That they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name.
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Thus Peter must prooue that hee loues Christ, by being willing to be carried, whether naturally he would not,
Thus Peter must prove that he loves christ, by being willing to be carried, whither naturally he would not,
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for the confirmation of the truth.
for the confirmation of the truth.
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Sixtly and lastly, if thou louest God, thou wilt haue an earnest desire to be like him in holinesse; Sixty and lastly, if thou love God, thou wilt have an earnest desire to be like him in holiness;
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that childe that loueth his father, is very desirous to tread in the steps of his father.
that child that loves his father, is very desirous to tread in the steps of his father.
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Thus it is with him that loueth God, he will endeauour, as he is, soe to be in the world.
Thus it is with him that loves God, he will endeavour, as he is, so to be in the world.
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By these mayst thou easily discouer the truth of thy loue towards God. Fall then to thy search, and see thou follow this inquiry close:
By these Mayest thou Easily discover the truth of thy love towards God. Fallen then to thy search, and see thou follow this inquiry close:
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and neuer rest vntill thou find the fore-named markes to be in thee, for till then, thou canst haue no assurance (pretend what thou wilt) either that thou louest God, or art beloued of him: but if thou findest them;
and never rest until thou find the forenamed marks to be in thee, for till then, thou Canst have no assurance (pretend what thou wilt) either that thou love God, or art Beloved of him: but if thou Findest them;
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thou mayst then conclude thou louest him, and as certainely conclude thou art beloued of him;
thou Mayest then conclude thou love him, and as Certainly conclude thou art Beloved of him;
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for had not hee first loued mee, I could not loue him as I doe.
for had not he First loved me, I could not love him as I do.
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Another signe, whereby thou mayst know, whether God loues thee, is the loue of our brethren: another Signen, whereby thou Mayest know, whither God loves thee, is the love of our brothers:
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for thus sayth S. Paul, yee being rooted and grounded in loue, viz. towards our brethren, may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth,
for thus say S. Paul, ye being rooted and grounded in love, viz. towards our brothers, may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth,
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and length, and depth, and height. And to know the loue of Christ, which passeth knowledge. and length, and depth, and height. And to know the love of christ, which passes knowledge.
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Thus by the louing of the one, we may attaine to the knowledge of the loue of the other.
Thus by the loving of the one, we may attain to the knowledge of the love of the other.
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This note S. Iohn also giueth;
This note S. John also gives;
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We haue knowne and beleeued (saith he) the loue that God hath to vs: We have known and believed (Says he) the love that God hath to us:
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God is loue, and he that dwelleth in loue, dwelleth in God, and God in him. God is love, and he that dwells in love, dwells in God, and God in him.
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If then we truly loue the brethren, we may know and beleeue, that God loueth vs. It is remarkable, that amongst all the Pen-men of holy Scripture, none speaketh more of loue then S. Iohn doth:
If then we truly love the brothers, we may know and believe, that God loves us It is remarkable, that among all the Penmen of holy Scripture, none speaks more of love then S. John does:
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and amongst all the disciples that Christ had, there was none that was more beloued, then he was;
and among all the Disciples that christ had, there was none that was more Beloved, then he was;
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who is therefore termed, the beloued Disciple: the Disciple whom Christ loued aboue the rest.
who is Therefore termed, the Beloved Disciple: the Disciple whom christ loved above the rest.
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Certaine it is, he whom God doth most loue, is a carefull practiser of loue to others.
Certain it is, he whom God does most love, is a careful practiser of love to Others.
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See then what loue thou bearest towards the children of God, for according as thy loue is towards them,
See then what love thou bearest towards the children of God, for according as thy love is towards them,
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so assure thy selfe, is the loue of God towards thee:
so assure thy self, is the love of God towards thee:
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And hereby doth he manifest his loue towards vs, in giuing of vs grace, to loue his children.
And hereby does he manifest his love towards us, in giving of us grace, to love his children.
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Now, forasmuch, as many deceiue themselues in this poynt also, perswading themselues, they truely loue Gods children, when it is nothing so:
Now, forasmuch, as many deceive themselves in this point also, persuading themselves, they truly love God's children, when it is nothing so:
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let euery one of vs try our loue, by these few rules. First, if thou louest Gods Saints in truth:
let every one of us try our love, by these few rules. First, if thou love God's Saints in truth:
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thou principally respectest them for the gifts and graces of God that are in them, and not for carnall ends & by-respects: thou principally respectest them for the Gifts and graces of God that Are in them, and not for carnal ends & by-respects:
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as because they are friendly, courteous, kind: or for that thou hopest to receiue some good from them.
as Because they Are friendly, courteous, kind: or for that thou hopest to receive Some good from them.
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It is for the truths sake, that thou louest them best, as Iohn did the Elect Ladie, and godly Gaius.
It is for the truths sake, that thou love them best, as John did the Elect Lady, and godly Gaius.
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Secondly, if thou louest them in truth, thou shalt find & feele the affections of thy soule kindled towards them, vpon any good report thou hearest of them,
Secondly, if thou love them in truth, thou shalt find & feel the affections of thy soul kindled towards them, upon any good report thou Hearst of them,
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for their faith, zeale, patience, obedience, and other such like graces, albeit thou neuer knewest them,
for their faith, zeal, patience, Obedience, and other such like graces, albeit thou never Knewest them,
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or hadst any dealing with them.
or Hadst any dealing with them.
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Thirdly, thou wilt then delight in their fellowship and company, counting them the onely blessed companions of this life.
Thirdly, thou wilt then delight in their fellowship and company, counting them the only blessed Sodales of this life.
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Thou wilt then say with that kingly Prophet As for the Saints that are in the earth,
Thou wilt then say with that kingly Prophet As for the Saints that Are in the earth,
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and the excellent, in them is all my delight. and the excellent, in them is all my delight.
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Thou wilt reioyce to receiue such into thy house and familie, and to enter into affinitie with such by marriage.
Thou wilt rejoice to receive such into thy house and family, and to enter into affinity with such by marriage.
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Fourthly, if thy loue be sound, then it is large and totall, reaching not onely vnto one, but vnto all;
Fourthly, if thy love be found, then it is large and total, reaching not only unto one, but unto all;
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thou wilt loue the poore as well as the rich, and one as well as another;
thou wilt love the poor as well as the rich, and one as well as Another;
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thou wilt not haue the glorious faith of Christ in respect of persons; seeing there is the same reason and ground of loue in one as in another.
thou wilt not have the glorious faith of christ in respect of Persons; seeing there is the same reason and ground of love in one as in Another.
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I deny not but there may be different degrees of loue;
I deny not but there may be different Degrees of love;
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one may bee loued more then another is, but yet there wil be loue shewed and expressed towards all.
one may be loved more then Another is, but yet there will be love showed and expressed towards all.
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If it be true, it will be extended towards euery Saint of the most high God, be his outward condition what it will be.
If it be true, it will be extended towards every Saint of the most high God, be his outward condition what it will be.
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Thus was it with Dauid, his delight was in the Saints: he speakes indefinitely, not in one but in all.
Thus was it with David, his delight was in the Saints: he speaks indefinitely, not in one but in all.
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For this the Apostle doth commend the Ephesians and Colossians, in that their loue was not partiall, For this the Apostle does commend the Ephesians and colossians, in that their love was not partial,
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but reached towards all the Saints, as well as vnto any.
but reached towards all the Saints, as well as unto any.
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Such therefore as pretend loue to one and not vnto another, let their pretence be what it will;
Such Therefore as pretend love to one and not unto Another, let their pretence be what it will;
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let them professe and say, they loue them for the truth;
let them profess and say, they love them for the truth;
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yet they doe but deceiue themselues, for their loue is not sound, but grounded on some by respect, & for some carnal end:
yet they do but deceive themselves, for their love is not found, but grounded on Some by respect, & for Some carnal end:
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it may be they loue them for their gifts, but not for their graces, I dare say.
it may be they love them for their Gifts, but not for their graces, I Dare say.
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For it is impossible to loue a Saint as a Saint, but we must loue euery Saint.
For it is impossible to love a Saint as a Saint, but we must love every Saint.
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Thus may we try the soundnes of our loue towards Gods children, which if vpon examination, we find to be true,
Thus may we try the soundness of our love towards God's children, which if upon examination, we find to be true,
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then may wee make this as a sure signe & manifest token of Gods loue to vs;
then may we make this as a sure Signen & manifest token of God's love to us;
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for loue them, & be beloued of him.
for love them, & be Beloved of him.
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More signes might be brought, whereby a Christian may assuredly know, whether God hath as yet kissed him with the kisses of his mouth;
More Signs might be brought, whereby a Christian may assuredly know, whither God hath as yet kissed him with the Kisses of his Mouth;
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but these are enough (and I desire not to say all I can, but enough) to make this knowne vnto vs:
but these Are enough (and I desire not to say all I can, but enough) to make this known unto us:
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take then some paines in examination, and it will straight way appeare.
take then Some pains in examination, and it will straight Way appear.
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Desirest thou to know, whether God doth loue thee, and wouldst thou be assured of the Lords affection towards thee? then answere me to these few interrogatories,
Desirest thou to know, whither God does love thee, and Wouldst thou be assured of the lords affection towards thee? then answer me to these few interrogatories,
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& thou shalt haue thy desire.
& thou shalt have thy desire.
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And first I demand, whether the blessed spirit of God hath been (as yet) shed abroad in thy heart? doth it stirre, is it working? hath it enlightned thy mind,
And First I demand, whither the blessed Spirit of God hath been (as yet) shed abroad in thy heart? does it stir, is it working? hath it enlightened thy mind,
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and sanctified thy soule? Hath it wrought a change and alteration in thy course and carriage? Againe, findest thou thy heart enflamed with a loue towards God? In so much, that thou esteemest him,
and sanctified thy soul? Hath it wrought a change and alteration in thy course and carriage? Again, Findest thou thy heart inflamed with a love towards God? In so much, that thou esteemest him,
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and his fauour, before all things in the world? Dost thou delight in his presence, still hauing recourse vnto him, by those blessed meanes, both publike & priuate, by which he is pleased to conuerse with men? And art thou desirous to goe vnto him? Canst thou say with the Spouse, Come, euen come Lord Iesus come quickly? Againe, tell me art thou desirous to please him,
and his favour, before all things in the world? Dost thou delight in his presence, still having recourse unto him, by those blessed means, both public & private, by which he is pleased to converse with men? And art thou desirous to go unto him? Canst thou say with the Spouse, Come, even come Lord Iesus come quickly? Again, tell me art thou desirous to please him,
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and obey him? Art thou readie with Abraham, to leaue thy owne Countrey, and to goe whether he shall please to send thee? And art thou willing to suffer any trouble for his sake? Couldest thou be content to suffer the spoyling of thy goods? the losse of libertie,
and obey him? Art thou ready with Abraham, to leave thy own Country, and to go whither he shall please to send thee? And art thou willing to suffer any trouble for his sake? Couldst thou be content to suffer the spoiling of thy goods? the loss of liberty,
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yea, and of life (if need should require) that he might thereby be glorified? Moreouer, is it the desire of thy soule to be conformable vnto him in holinesse and puritie? Doest thou loue, what he loues? and hatest thou what he hates? And labourest thou to be perfect, euen as he is perfect? Surely,
yea, and of life (if need should require) that he might thereby be glorified? Moreover, is it the desire of thy soul to be conformable unto him in holiness and purity? Dost thou love, what he loves? and Hatest thou what he hates? And labourest thou to be perfect, even as he is perfect? Surely,
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if it be thus, thy estate is good, thou louest God, and he thee.
if it be thus, thy estate is good, thou love God, and he thee.
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But proceed we yet further in this search, (for a good thing cannot be made too sure) and tell me, louest thou Gods Saints and seruants,
But proceed we yet further in this search, (for a good thing cannot be made too sure) and tell me, love thou God's Saints and Servants,
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and that truely and entirely? Is not thy loue grounded on some carnall end? is it not some by-respect that causeth it? Is it for their pietie and godlinesse, thou so much affectest them? Doth the very report thou hearest made of them,
and that truly and entirely? Is not thy love grounded on Some carnal end? is it not Some by-respect that Causes it? Is it for their piety and godliness, thou so much affectest them? Does the very report thou Hearst made of them,
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for their vertues, enkindle loue in thy heart, albeit thou hast had no knowledge of them,
for their Virtues, enkindle love in thy heart, albeit thou hast had no knowledge of them,
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nor dealing with them? And doest thou esteeme of these as the onely excellent ones vpon the earth, chusing them for thy best companions, receiuing them into thy societie? And is thy loue totall, to all as well as vnto any? Louest thou euery Saint aswell as any Saint? Is thy affection towards the poore,
nor dealing with them? And dost thou esteem of these as the only excellent ones upon the earth, choosing them for thy best Sodales, receiving them into thy society? And is thy love total, to all as well as unto any? Love thou every Saint aswell as any Saint? Is thy affection towards the poor,
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as well as to the rich? is thy heart vpon them in aduersitie, as well as in prosperitie? If it be thus with thee, thou then louest Gods Saints indeed, with a loue vnfained,
as well as to the rich? is thy heart upon them in adversity, as well as in Prosperity? If it be thus with thee, thou then love God's Saints indeed, with a love unfeigned,
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and (vndoubtedly) art beloued of him, who is the father of them. But if thou beest wholly voyd of these things, thy loue is no true loue,
and (undoubtedly) art Beloved of him, who is the father of them. But if thou Best wholly void of these things, thy love is no true love,
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but such a loue as may be found in any vnregenerated person. Thus by a diligent examination of your selues, you may soone determine, and also soundly;
but such a love as may be found in any unregenerated person. Thus by a diligent examination of your selves, you may soon determine, and also soundly;
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whether God hath manifested his loue towards thee.
whither God hath manifested his love towards thee.
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Spend some time therefore in this matter, it will not be time mispent, but redeemed, much benefit wil redound to vs by our paines thus bestowed:
Spend Some time Therefore in this matter, it will not be time Mis-spent, but redeemed, much benefit will redound to us by our pains thus bestowed:
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for the surer ground thou art of, the more comfort thou wilt haue:
for the Surer ground thou art of, the more Comfort thou wilt have:
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and without doubt many of Gods children depriue themselues of much comfort, for want of a daily examination of themselues, by these and the like notes;
and without doubt many of God's children deprive themselves of much Comfort, for want of a daily examination of themselves, by these and the like notes;
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and oftentimes fal into doubting of Gods loue and fauour, which in time prooueth pernicious to their soules.
and oftentimes fall into doubting of God's love and favour, which in time proveth pernicious to their Souls.
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A third vse of this poynt, may be for reproofe of such as brag and boast of Gods loue towards them,
A third use of this point, may be for reproof of such as brag and boast of God's love towards them,
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yet haue not beene thus kissed by him, they haue not as yet his loue manifested vnto them by the former signes and tokens.
yet have not been thus kissed by him, they have not as yet his love manifested unto them by the former Signs and tokens.
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As for temporall blessings, in them indeed they doe abound, hauing great preferments in the world, varietie of pleasures,
As for temporal blessings, in them indeed they do abound, having great preferments in the world, variety of pleasures,
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and sufficiencie of all earthly contentments (which they falsely perswade themselues, are manifest tokens of his speciall fauour) but as for his spirituall and sanctifying graces, of them they haue neuer tasted.
and sufficiency of all earthly contentment's (which they falsely persuade themselves, Are manifest tokens of his special favour) but as for his spiritual and sanctifying graces, of them they have never tasted.
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Now let such know, that their estate is fearefull for the present, and vncomfortable;
Now let such know, that their estate is fearful for the present, and uncomfortable;
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God indeed may loue thee, and thou mayst be elected of him, but that is vnknowne to thee,
God indeed may love thee, and thou Mayest be elected of him, but that is unknown to thee,
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or mee, or any else, till he doth make this manifest, by the fornamed signes.
or me, or any Else, till he does make this manifest, by the forenamed Signs.
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And as for these common blessings, wherein thou doest so abound, know they are vsually giuen in a greater abundance to the Reprobate, then to the elect:
And as for these Common blessings, wherein thou dost so abound, know they Are usually given in a greater abundance to the Reprobate, then to the elect:
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Esau whom God hated, had as great priuiledges, as thou hast any; and therefore, these premisses will admit of no such conclusion.Esau whom God hated, had as great privileges, as thou hast any; and Therefore, these premises will admit of no such conclusion.
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Neuer say, that God loues thee, till thou findest the fruits of sanctification in thee, which being once found, thou mayst then say with the Psalmist, By this I know, that thou fauourest me:
Never say, that God loves thee, till thou Findest the fruits of sanctification in thee, which being once found, thou Mayest then say with the Psalmist, By this I know, that thou fauourest me:
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By these, and these signes, I know, that I am beloued of thee.
By these, and these Signs, I know, that I am Beloved of thee.
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And in the last place, this may serue for the great comfort of all such as haue Gods loue manifested vnto them by the former signes.
And in the last place, this may serve for the great Comfort of all such as have God's love manifested unto them by the former Signs.
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For as the terrors are great, which that man hath in his conscience, who is in doubt of the loue of the almightie towards him;
For as the terrors Are great, which that man hath in his conscience, who is in doubt of the love of the almighty towards him;
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So is the comfort as great, which that man hath, who is hereof perswaded:
So is the Comfort as great, which that man hath, who is hereof persuaded:
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For come tribulation, or distresse, or persecution, or famine, or nakednesse, or perill, or sword, or life, or death. Yet the certaintie of Gods loue will support him.
For come tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword, or life, or death. Yet the certainty of God's love will support him.
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This assurance doth make bitter things sweet, and gall to relish as hony. This assurance does make bitter things sweet, and Gall to relish as honey.
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Comfort then thy heart thou beloued of the Lord, let nothing dismay the• though the wicked mocke,
Comfort then thy heart thou Beloved of the Lord, let nothing dismay the• though the wicked mock,
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though the world scorne, though thy acquaintance hate thee, yet remember, God he loues and fauours thee,
though the world scorn, though thy acquaintance hate thee, yet Remember, God he loves and favours thee,
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and hath manifested the same vnto thee, to put thee out of doubt.
and hath manifested the same unto thee, to put thee out of doubt.
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Is not my loue better vnto thee, then ten children (said Elkanah to Hannah ) so is not the loue of God better vnto thee, Is not my love better unto thee, then ten children (said Elkanah to Hannah) so is not the love of God better unto thee,
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then the loue of ten worlds? Let then the meditation of this, harden thy face,
then the love of ten world's? Let then the meditation of this, harden thy face,
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like brasse against all dangers, and cause thee to stand fast in the euill day, and sad times of temptation and persecution.
like brass against all dangers, and cause thee to stand fast in the evil day, and sad times of temptation and persecution.
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For God shall giue his beloued rest, they shall be deliuered, for he will helpe with his right hand.
For God shall give his Beloved rest, they shall be Delivered, for he will help with his right hand.
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VERS. 22. But the Father said to his seruants, Bring forth the best robe, and put it on him, VERS. 22. But the Father said to his Servants, Bring forth the best robe, and put it on him,
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and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet.
and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet.
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23. And bring hither the fatted calfe, and kill it, and let vs eat and be merry.23. And bring hither the fatted calf, and kill it, and let us eat and be merry.
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WE haue heard before of the Fathers readinesse to receiue him, now here we see the entertainment he gaue him, being come into his presence.
WE have herd before of the Father's readiness to receive him, now Here we see the entertainment he gave him, being come into his presence.
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He calls for a robe, yea the best robe, and so cloths him; for a ring to adorne and beautifie him;
He calls for a robe, yea the best robe, and so clothes him; for a ring to adorn and beautify him;
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for shoes for his feere, that stones might not annoy nor hurt them; for the fat calfe, to feede and refresh him;
for shoes for his Fear, that stones might not annoy nor hurt them; for the fat calf, to feed and refresh him;
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and whatsoeuer is wanting he bestowes vpon him.
and whatsoever is wanting he bestows upon him.
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Now had the Father fit time, and his sonnes sinnes deserued it, that he should rip vp vnto him his former faults,
Now had the Father fit time, and his Sons Sins deserved it, that he should rip up unto him his former Faults,
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and call to remembrance the offences of his youth, and welcome him home after this manner;
and call to remembrance the offences of his youth, and welcome him home After this manner;
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Ah si•ra, are you now come, is all spent amongst your whores and harlots? returne vnto them, let them prouide for you;
Ah si•ra, Are you now come, is all spent among your whores and harlots? return unto them, let them provide for you;
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you come no more within my dores. But behold the loue of this his Father; he vseth no such thundering speeches, he threatneth not to cast him of:
you come no more within my doors. But behold the love of this his Father; he uses no such thundering Speeches, he threatens not to cast him of:
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Nor yet doth he cast him in the teeth with his former courses, he remembreth not any old recknings;
Nor yet does he cast him in the teeth with his former courses, he Remember not any old reckonings;
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the offences of his youth are not spoken of.
the offences of his youth Are not spoken of.
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But he (seeing this his riotous & vnthrifty sonne returne home with an humble heart) presently offers himselfe to his childe,
But he (seeing this his riotous & unthrifty son return home with an humble heart) presently offers himself to his child,
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and before he had made an end of his confession or could begg a supply of things needfull, his father intercepts him by his hastie calling to his seruants;
and before he had made an end of his Confessi or could beg a supply of things needful, his father intercepts him by his hasty calling to his Servants;
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Bring hither the best to be, the shoes, the ring, let the fat calfe be killed, make a feast, send for musicke. Now all is forgotten.
Bring hither the best to be, the shoes, the ring, let the fat calf be killed, make a feast, send for music. Now all is forgotten.
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So then we see, The Lord will neuer vpbraid such as turne vnto him, with their former courses; So then we see, The Lord will never upbraid such as turn unto him, with their former courses;
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but vpon their true repentance will forgiue them and forget them.
but upon their true Repentance will forgive them and forget them.
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This the Lord doth faithfully promise in the 31. of Ieremie 34 vers. in these words, They shall all know me from the least of them to the greatest, saith the Lord,
This the Lord does faithfully promise in the 31. of Ieremie 34 vers. in these words, They shall all know me from the least of them to the greatest, Says the Lord,
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for I will forgiue their iniquitie, and remember their sinnes no more: for I will forgive their iniquity, and Remember their Sins no more:
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which very words the author of the Epistle to the Hebrewes doth cite, and so further confirme the point.
which very words the author of the Epistle to the Hebrews does Cite, and so further confirm the point.
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See it further proued in the 7. of Micah, vers. 10. where the Church speaketh thus:
See it further proved in the 7. of micah, vers. 10. where the Church speaks thus:
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Who is a God like vnto thee, that pardoneth iniquitie, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage, who reteineth not his anger for euer, Who is a God like unto thee, that Pardoneth iniquity, and passes by the Transgression of the remnant of his heritage, who retaineth not his anger for ever,
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because he delighteth in mercy He will turne againe, he will haue compassion vpon vs, he will subdue our iniquities,
Because he delights in mercy He will turn again, he will have compassion upon us, he will subdue our iniquities,
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and cast all our sinnes into the depth of the Sea: and cast all our Sins into the depth of the Sea:
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so in the 103. Psalme this is further cleared from the 8. to the 13. verse. the words are these;
so in the 103. Psalm this is further cleared from the 8. to the 13. verse. the words Are these;
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The Lord is mercifull and gratious: flow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. and in the 12. verse hee saith thus;The Lord is merciful and gracious: flow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. and in the 12. verse he Says thus;
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As farre as the East is from the West: so farre hath he remoued our transgressions from vs. As Far as the East is from the West: so Far hath he removed our transgressions from us
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But some may obiect, that the Scripture maketh mention of the vncleane life of sinners after their conuersion,
But Some may Object, that the Scripture makes mention of the unclean life of Sinners After their conversion,
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as of Rahab, who albeit she turned to the Lord, and forsooke her former filthinesse, yet she is branded with the name of a harlot.
as of Rahab, who albeit she turned to the Lord, and forsook her former filthiness, yet she is branded with the name of a harlot.
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First I answer, some of our Diuines are of this iudgement, that shee was not an harlot in act or openly professed filthinesse (for the word which is vsed in Iosua 6.22. signifieth a tauerner or hostesse, as well as a harlot, for so shee was by profession.
First I answer, Some of our Divines Are of this judgement, that she was not an harlot in act or openly professed filthiness (for the word which is used in Iosua 6.22. signifies a taverner or hostess, as well as a harlot, for so she was by profession.
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Now indeed those persons and trades, by reason of the commonnesse of entertainment, were amongst the Iewes infamous for name and note,
Now indeed those Persons and trades, by reason of the commonness of entertainment, were among the Iewes infamous for name and note,
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so that we may well thinke, that her publike trade, through the corruption of those times, did cast on her this name of reproch.
so that we may well think, that her public trade, through the corruption of those times, did cast on her this name of reproach.
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Secondly, I answer, this is not mentioned to her reproch, but spoken to her praise; shee is not vpbraided with it, but commended, in that she had forsaken it.
Secondly, I answer, this is not mentioned to her reproach, but spoken to her praise; she is not upbraided with it, but commended, in that she had forsaken it.
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We see hereby what shee was before her calling, but shee is not reproched with it now after her calling;
We see hereby what she was before her calling, but she is not reproached with it now After her calling;
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she is now no longer a harlot, but a true beleeuer with the people of God:
she is now no longer a harlot, but a true believer with the people of God:
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so then it tends not to her defaming, but to shew the greatnes of Gods compassion,
so then it tends not to her defaming, but to show the greatness of God's compassion,
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and the soundnes of her conuersion. Now for the Vse which we may make of this truth:
and the soundness of her conversion. Now for the Use which we may make of this truth:
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First it should serue as an excellent and notable motiue to repentance:
First it should serve as an excellent and notable motive to Repentance:
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This should be as a spurr in out sides, to make vs speedily turne vnto the Lord.
This should be as a Spur in out sides, to make us speedily turn unto the Lord.
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Art thou a drunkard, an vncleane person, a filthy liuer? take notice of Gods mercifull dealing with this prodigall, who is set out for a patterne to all them that are desirous to come home;
Art thou a drunkard, an unclean person, a filthy liver? take notice of God's merciful dealing with this prodigal, who is Set out for a pattern to all them that Are desirous to come home;
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see how (vpon his repentance) he is aduanced; how liberall his father is towards him;
see how (upon his Repentance) he is advanced; how liberal his father is towards him;
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as if from his very cradle he had crept on his hands & knees to please him:
as if from his very cradle he had crept on his hands & knees to please him:
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here are no old items, no back recknings brought in, but all is forgiuen and forgotten,
Here Are no old items, no back reckonings brought in, but all is forgiven and forgotten,
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as if there were no fault done;
as if there were no fault done;
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he is as royally entertained, as if he had bin the dutifullest sonne that euer the earth bare. Well;
he is as royally entertained, as if he had been the dutifullest son that ever the earth bore. Well;
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thus will God deale with thee, he will neuer vpbraid thee with thy drunkennes, with thy swearing, with thy whoring, with thy theeuing,
thus will God deal with thee, he will never upbraid thee with thy Drunkenness, with thy swearing, with thy whoring, with thy thieving,
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nor with any other of thy lewd courses. These thou shalt neuer heare of, if thou become a penitent:
nor with any other of thy lewd courses. These thou shalt never hear of, if thou become a penitent:
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But if not, be thou assured thy sinnes shall be set in order before thee;
But if not, be thou assured thy Sins shall be Set in order before thee;
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and what now thou doest in secret, God will manifest on the house top before Men and Angels.
and what now thou dost in secret, God will manifest on the house top before Men and Angels.
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Secondly, seeing God doth deale thus with true penitents, to couer their sinnes and cast them behinde his backe;
Secondly, seeing God does deal thus with true penitents, to cover their Sins and cast them behind his back;
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let vs take heede how we vncouer the sinnes of any that hath repented of them,
let us take heed how we uncover the Sins of any that hath repented of them,
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and how we vpbraid any with their former courses:
and how we upbraid any with their former courses:
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God hath blotted them out of the skore, shall we dare to set them on againe? Let vs learne to put a difference betwixt time past and time present:
God hath blotted them out of the score, shall we Dare to Set them on again? Let us Learn to put a difference betwixt time past and time present:
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the Apostle reckoning vp many horrible sinnes committed by the Corinthians in the time of their vnregeneracie, maketh a flat opposition betweene their estate before their calling,
the Apostle reckoning up many horrible Sins committed by the Corinthians in the time of their unregeneracy, makes a flat opposition between their estate before their calling,
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and that after, Such were some of you, (saith he) but now yee are washed,
and that After, Such were Some of you, (Says he) but now ye Are washed,
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but now yee are clensed, but now yee are sanctified. So that he that hath bin a swearer and repented, is now none:but now ye Are cleansed, but now ye Are sanctified. So that he that hath been a swearer and repented, is now none:
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he that hath bin an adulterer, and hath repented, is now none; and the like: for the High-Commission Court hath cleared him.
he that hath been an adulterer, and hath repented, is now none; and the like: for the Highcommission Court hath cleared him.
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Shall we say he that is come to mans estate is a babe, because he was so? or he that is now a freeman is still a prentize,
Shall we say he that is come to men estate is a babe, Because he was so? or he that is now a freeman is still a prentize,
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because he was so? Oh then beware how you esteeme of any by the time past,
Because he was so? O then beware how you esteem of any by the time past,
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or cast the filth of their former sinnes into their faces, when God hath wiped them away.
or cast the filth of their former Sins into their faces, when God hath wiped them away.
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When Dauid, Noah, Lot, Peter, and other of Gods Saints, had truly repented of their sinnes, did euer God or Angels cast them in their teeth? who art thou then, that thou shouldst be so sawcie, to vncouer what God hath couered?
When David, Noah, Lot, Peter, and other of God's Saints, had truly repented of their Sins, did ever God or Angels cast them in their teeth? who art thou then, that thou Shouldst be so saucy, to uncover what God hath covered?
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But is there not a woe against those that call good euill, and euill good? how then dare any speak of sinne fauourably?
But is there not a woe against those that call good evil, and evil good? how then Dare any speak of sin favourably?
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It is one thing to speake of the nature of the sinne, and another thing to speake of the conuerted sinner:
It is one thing to speak of the nature of the sin, and Another thing to speak of the converted sinner:
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In speaking of sinne, as a breach of Gods law, an offence against God spare it not:
In speaking of sin, as a breach of God's law, an offence against God spare it not:
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but in speaking of the penitent, the shame and reproch of the sinne must be done away.
but in speaking of the penitent, the shame and reproach of the sin must be done away.
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Thus much in generall from the Fathers proceeding: Now in particular to the words.
Thus much in general from the Father's proceeding: Now in particular to the words.
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But he said to his seruants &c. ] There are diuers mysticall & morall expositions giuen by expositors of each of these: But he said to his Servants etc. ] There Are diverse mystical & moral expositions given by expositors of each of these:
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by the robe, some vnderstand the royaltie which Adam lost. By the ring, the seale of Gods holy Spirit:
by the robe, Some understand the royalty which Adam lost. By the ring, the seal of God's holy Spirit:
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by shoes, the preparation of the Gospell of peace: by the fat Calfe, Christ, who was slaine from the beginning.
by shoes, the preparation of the Gospel of peace: by the fat Calf, christ, who was slain from the beginning.
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These and many other expositions are giuen, which were endlesse and (in my iudgement) needlesse to reckon vp.
These and many other expositions Are given, which were endless and (in my judgement) needless to reckon up.
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For, as I take it, by all these is nothing else ment nor intended, but to set forth the riches of Gods manifold mercies, whereby he supplies all our wants, fulfills all our necessities, For, as I take it, by all these is nothing Else meant nor intended, but to Set forth the riches of God's manifold Mercies, whereby he supplies all our Wants, fulfils all our necessities,
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and bestoweth whatsoeuer is needfull for vs, vpon our true repentance, and turning vnto him. In the words we may consider:
and bestoweth whatsoever is needful for us, upon our true Repentance, and turning unto him. In the words we may Consider:
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First, the Fathers liberalitie towards the Prodigall, vers. 22.23.
First, the Father's liberality towards the Prodigal, vers. 22.23.
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Secondly, the ioy and reioycing that was on both sides vpon the returne of the Prodigall, vers. 23. and reiterated vers. 24. In the former againe consider,
Secondly, the joy and rejoicing that was on both sides upon the return of the Prodigal, vers. 23. and reiterated vers. 24. In the former again Consider,
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First, the gifts the Father doth bestow, which were of two sorts: some seruing for necessitie, as a garment, shoes, meat:
First, the Gifts the Father does bestow, which were of two sorts: Some serving for necessity, as a garment, shoes, meat:
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others for delight and ornament, as a Ring, the best Robe, the fat Calfe: he shall haue the best and fattest.
Others for delight and ornament, as a Ring, the best Robe, the fat Calf: he shall have the best and Fattest.
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Secondly, consider, the meanes whereby he bestoweth them on this his childe:
Secondly, Consider, the means whereby he bestoweth them on this his child:
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he doth it not immediately from his owne hands, but by the hands of his seruants: He said to his seruants.
he does it not immediately from his own hands, but by the hands of his Servants: He said to his Servants.
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And of these as they lye in order in my Text. But he said to his seruants ] The point hence is this:
And of these as they lie in order in my Text. But he said to his Servants ] The point hence is this:
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God conveyeth his gifts and graces to his children not immediatly from himselfe, but mediately by the hands of his seruants. God conveyeth his Gifts and graces to his children not immediately from himself, but mediately by the hands of his Servants.
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Thus Paul must goe to Ananias and receiue his sight:
Thus Paul must go to Ananias and receive his sighed:
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so the Eunuch to Philip; Cornelius to Peter; Lydia to Paul. Thus must men receiue gifts from God, not immediately from God himselfe,
so the Eunuch to Philip; Cornelius to Peter; Lydia to Paul. Thus must men receive Gifts from God, not immediately from God himself,
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but by the meanes of Gods seruants.
but by the means of God's Servants.
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Hence are those names so frequently giuen vnto Gods Ministers in the Scriptures, of Messengers, Ambassadors, Interpreters, and the like. See Ephes. 4.8, 11, 12. Reason because we are not able to endure the presence of the Lord:
Hence Are those names so frequently given unto God's Ministers in the Scriptures, of Messengers, ambassadors, Interpreters, and the like. See Ephesians 4.8, 11, 12. Reason Because we Are not able to endure the presence of the Lord:
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He knoweth our weakenesse, and whereof we are made, how that we are not able to looke his Maiesty in the face and liue.
He Knoweth our weakness, and whereof we Are made, how that we Are not able to look his Majesty in the face and live.
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When the Israelites heard the voice of God in deliuering of his law, they were afraid they should die, When the Israelites herd the voice of God in delivering of his law, they were afraid they should die,
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& therefore, desire to haue Moses bring Gods message vnto them.
& Therefore, desire to have Moses bring God's message unto them.
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This may serue to reprooue the folly of such as refuse to come to the seruants of the Lord for the gifts he doth send vnto them by their ministry, This may serve to reprove the folly of such as refuse to come to the Servants of the Lord for the Gifts he does send unto them by their Ministry,
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Nay they despise these roabs, these gifts and graces, because they are brought by fraile and weake men;
Nay they despise these robes, these Gifts and graces, Because they Are brought by frail and weak men;
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Let God send by whom he should send; let him speake by whom he should speake.Let God send by whom he should send; let him speak by whom he should speak.
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But who art thov that thou shouldest teach the most high? or what art thou that darest be so bold, to prescribe vnto the Lord a way for the conueighing of his gifts? But oh the vnconstancy of vaine man;
But who art thou that thou Shouldst teach the most high? or what art thou that Darest be so bold, to prescribe unto the Lord a Way for the conveying of his Gifts? But o the unconstancy of vain man;
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when God did speake immediatly by himselfe then Israel runnes to Moses, & desires him to speake to God for them.
when God did speak immediately by himself then Israel runs to Moses, & Desires him to speak to God for them.
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Now we haue our requests and he hath sent vs a Moses, I meane faithfull and painefull ministers, by whom he giues his gifts and conueies his graces,
Now we have our requests and he hath sent us a Moses, I mean faithful and painful Ministers, by whom he gives his Gifts and conveys his graces,
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& now we call for God againe, whose voice notwithstanding shakes the heauens, and cleaueth the rockes a sunder,
& now we call for God again, whose voice notwithstanding shakes the heavens, and cleaveth the Rocks a sunder,
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and moueth the foundations of the earth out of his place.
and moves the foundations of the earth out of his place.
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Let this therefore in the second place admonish vs to take heede how wee reiect Gods good gifts when they are brought vnto vs in these earthen vessells;
Let this Therefore in the second place admonish us to take heed how we reject God's good Gifts when they Are brought unto us in these earthen vessels;
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Let Eliah receiue his meat though a Rauen brings it. We are beggers let vs not be chusers.
Let Elijah receive his meat though a Raven brings it. We Are beggars let us not be choosers.
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Would it not argue intollerable nicenesse and dayntinesse, to refuse meat because it is brought in earthen dishes? Would not this argue a queasie stomach? Beware then of this and learne to esteeme of the gifts of God neuer the lesse;
Would it not argue intolerable niceness and daintiness, to refuse meat Because it is brought in earthen Dishes? Would not this argue a queasy stomach? Beware then of this and Learn to esteem of the Gifts of God never the less;
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but esteeme more of the messengers and seruants, because by them God doth bestow on you so many blessings.
but esteem more of the messengers and Servants, Because by them God does bestow on you so many blessings.
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And surely this exhortation would be needlesse, if you did as much care to know, (and knowing would wisely apply it to your hearts) how many high blessings in spirituall things are conueighed and brought vnto you by them,
And surely this exhortation would be needless, if you did as much care to know, (and knowing would wisely apply it to your hearts) how many high blessings in spiritual things Are conveyed and brought unto you by them,
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as you are ready to informe and vrge what inferior blessings are conueighed vnto them by you. Read, Rom. 10.13.14.15. verses. And when you haue read them goe backward and begin where the golden cheyne ends. First God giueth his word; then some are sent;
as you Are ready to inform and urge what inferior blessings Are conveyed unto them by you. Read, Rom. 10.13.14.15. Verses. And when you have read them go backward and begin where the golden chain ends. First God gives his word; then Some Are sent;
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wherevpon they preach, therevpon men beleeue, and then call vpon God, and consequently they are saued:
whereupon they preach, thereupon men believe, and then call upon God, and consequently they Are saved:
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So that if saluation be the obiect of your desires, & the thing longed for,
So that if salvation be the Object of your Desires, & the thing longed for,
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then esteeme of these golden pipes whereby the water of this longed for saluation, is conueighed vnto you.
then esteem of these golden pipes whereby the water of this longed for salvation, is conveyed unto you.
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And thus much shall suffice to haue spoken of the meanes whereby these gifts were conueighed vnto this sonne,
And thus much shall suffice to have spoken of the means whereby these Gifts were conveyed unto this son,
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now to speake of the gifts themselues that were bestowed vpon him, which were of two sorts, some for necessity, others for ornament and delight. Bring forth the best Roabes.
now to speak of the Gifts themselves that were bestowed upon him, which were of two sorts, Some for necessity, Others for ornament and delight. Bring forth the best Robes.
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] The sonne sought but the roome of a seruant, but the father restoreth him to the dignity of a sonne;] The son sought but the room of a servant, but the father restoreth him to the dignity of a son;
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and gratiously doth preuent him with his liberall blessings;
and graciously does prevent him with his liberal blessings;
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giuing vnto him farre more then he did desire or deserue, Let vs then note this for our comfort.
giving unto him Far more then he did desire or deserve, Let us then note this for our Comfort.
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God is larger in his gifts, then a sinner is in his request, he vsually giueth more vnto his children then they aske or desire. God is larger in his Gifts, then a sinner is in his request, he usually gives more unto his children then they ask or desire.
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This we may see by sundry examples in scripture as in a chrystall glasse, Iacob prayeth and the whole of all his petitions is bounded in this narrow compasse.
This we may see by sundry Examples in scripture as in a crystal glass, Iacob Prayeth and the Whole of all his petitions is bounded in this narrow compass.
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If the Lord will giue me meate to eat, and raiment to put on, his desires are not extended farre; If the Lord will give me meat to eat, and raiment to put on, his Desires Are not extended Far;
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only he seekes for food & rayment.
only he seeks for food & raiment.
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But God was more gracious vnto him then so, as he himselfe confesseth, for God gaue him two bands; abundance of goods and chattels.
But God was more gracious unto him then so, as he himself Confesses, for God gave him two bans; abundance of goods and chattels.
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Thus Salomon repuireth but an vnderstanding heart for gouernement; God giueth it to him with an ouerplus of riches and of honour;
Thus Solomon repuireth but an understanding heart for government; God gives it to him with an overplus of riches and of honour;
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such as none should be like vnto him, Ezekias requested but life at Gods hand, God did not onely giue him life,
such as none should be like unto him, Ezekias requested but life At God's hand, God did not only give him life,
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but a long life, and certaine, gratiously adding fifteene yeeres vnto his daies.
but a long life, and certain, graciously adding fifteene Years unto his days.
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The Widdow woman that was greatly indebted, hauing nothing to satisfie her cruell creditor, (who was so importunate that her two sonnes must become his bondmen according to the law, there being nothing els to discharge the summe) required the prophets helpe vnto the Lord in her behalfe; The Widow woman that was greatly indebted, having nothing to satisfy her cruel creditor, (who was so importunate that her two Sons must become his bondmen according to the law, there being nothing Else to discharge the sum) required the Prophets help unto the Lord in her behalf;
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who gaue her oyle sufficient to pay her debt, and also to supply future wants; which was more then she desired. who gave her oil sufficient to pay her debt, and also to supply future Wants; which was more then she desired.
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It is no hard matter to produce many more examples for the further enlarging of this comfortable poynt.
It is no hard matter to produce many more Examples for the further enlarging of this comfortable point.
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It is no wonder then the Apostle termeth God, to be the Father of mercy; And not content heerewith, addeth to his stile this iust title, The God of all consolation.
It is no wonder then the Apostle termeth God, to be the Father of mercy; And not content herewith, adds to his style this just title, The God of all consolation.
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A kind of absolute and ouer-flowing mercy he giueth vnto him and that deseruedly,
A kind of absolute and overflowing mercy he gives unto him and that deservedly,
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If any demand a reason of Gods so doing, then this may be giuen, That we may be made the more readie and willing to obey him:
If any demand a reason of God's so doing, then this may be given, That we may be made the more ready and willing to obey him:
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as also, That none might thinke it tedious or troublesome to come vnto him, making knowne their requests by prayer and supplication.
as also, That none might think it tedious or troublesome to come unto him, making known their requests by prayer and supplication.
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The vses of this poynt may be these. First, Let vs learne to put a difference betwixt God and man.
The uses of this point may be these. First, Let us Learn to put a difference betwixt God and man.
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My waies are not your waies, neither are my thoughts as your thoughts, saith the Lord;
My ways Are not your ways, neither Are my thoughts as your thoughts, Says the Lord;
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and is it not so indeed? Man is liberall in promising, but sparing in performing;
and is it not so indeed? Man is liberal in promising, but sparing in performing;
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hardly the one halfe is performed of what is promised, if that: but it is otherwise with God.
hardly the one half is performed of what is promised, if that: but it is otherwise with God.
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True it is, he promiseth much, and as true it is that he performeth more: Neuer was promise by him made, but it was performed to the very vttermost.
True it is, he promises much, and as true it is that he Performeth more: Never was promise by him made, but it was performed to the very uttermost.
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Secondly, let this serue for the confirmation of our faith in those promises which God hath made;
Secondly, let this serve for the confirmation of our faith in those promises which God hath made;
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for doth God giue more? then assuredly he will giue that he hath promised.
for does God give more? then assuredly he will give that he hath promised.
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Is God better? then must thou assure thy selfe he will be as good as his word.
Is God better? then must thou assure thy self he will be as good as his word.
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How canst thou doubt it? What promise soeuer God hath made doe thou beleeue; neuer feare excesse, in faith, his fauour doth and will goe beyond it.
How Canst thou doubt it? What promise soever God hath made doe thou believe; never Fear excess, in faith, his favour does and will go beyond it.
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Hath God made thee any promise that he will be with thee in sixe troubles, Hath God made thee any promise that he will be with thee in sixe Troubles,
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and in seuen? Hath he promised that hee will turne all things to the best to thee that louest him? Hath he promised that no good thing shall bee wanting to thee that fearest him? why, beleeue thou these things, God will not falsifie the word that is gone out of his mouth, but faithfully fulfill it.
and in seuen? Hath he promised that he will turn all things to the best to thee that love him? Hath he promised that no good thing shall be wanting to thee that Fearest him? why, believe thou these things, God will not falsify the word that is gone out of his Mouth, but faithfully fulfil it.
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Thirdly, Is God thus mercifull aboue our hope? let this incourage vs to call vpon him in the day of trouble, and to come with boldnesse to the Throne of Grace, not doubting to obtayne fauour in time of neede:
Thirdly, Is God thus merciful above our hope? let this encourage us to call upon him in the day of trouble, and to come with boldness to the Throne of Grace, not doubting to obtain favour in time of need:
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For hee will fulfill the desires of them that feare him; hee will heare their crye and saue them.
For he will fulfil the Desires of them that Fear him; he will hear their cry and save them.
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Men in suing to their betters, commonly, aske more then they doe expect: but in suing to the Lord, we may looke for more then we doe aske.
Men in suing to their betters, commonly, ask more then they do expect: but in suing to the Lord, we may look for more then we do ask.
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Should a Prince be knowne to be thus gracious, to giue more (out of his princely bountie) then his peticioners desired of him,
Should a Prince be known to be thus gracious, to give more (out of his princely bounty) then his petitioners desired of him,
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surely he should want no suters, but men would resort vnto him in flockes and troupes.
surely he should want no Suitors, but men would resort unto him in flocks and troops.
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There is no Prince to be compared with the Lord, none so liberall, none so bountifull:
There is no Prince to be compared with the Lord, none so liberal, none so bountiful:
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Why then are wee so backward in our suits and requests? Are wee in want? would we haue supply? flie then vnto him, he is more readie to heare then thou to speake;
Why then Are we so backward in our suits and requests? are we in want? would we have supply? fly then unto him, he is more ready to hear then thou to speak;
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his eare is often open, when thy mouth is shut. Desire mercie at his hands, he is readie to grant it; nay, two for one.
his ear is often open, when thy Mouth is shut. Desire mercy At his hands, he is ready to grant it; nay, two for one.
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Follow then the aduice of the Apostle Paul: Bee carefull for nothing, but in euerie thing (by prayer and supplication) let your requests be made knowne vnto the Lord.
Follow then the Advice of the Apostle Paul: be careful for nothing, but in every thing (by prayer and supplication) let your requests be made known unto the Lord.
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Best Robes. ] Whatsoeuer is needfull, the father here bestowes; Best Robes. ] Whatsoever is needful, the father Here bestows;
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hee clothes him with rayment, he puts on shooes vpon his feet, and refresheth him with pleasant and comfortable meat. Hence wee gather this instruction.
he clothes him with raiment, he puts on shoes upon his feet, and refresheth him with pleasant and comfortable meat. Hence we gather this instruction.
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Nothing that is needfull shall be wanting to those that are in the fauour of the Lord. Nothing that is needful shall be wanting to those that Are in the favour of the Lord.
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Such as haue his fauour, shall haue all good blessings flowing to them, & following of them.
Such as have his favour, shall have all good blessings flowing to them, & following of them.
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Dauid doth notably confirme this, in many of his Psalmes:David does notably confirm this, in many of his Psalms:
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As in the 23. Psalme, where professing God to be his Shepheard, maketh this inference thereupon, therefore I shall not want,
As in the 23. Psalm, where professing God to be his Shepherd, makes this Inference thereupon, Therefore I shall not want,
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but doubtlesse, kindnesse, and mercie shall follow mee all the dayes of my life. but doubtless, kindness, and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life.
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So Psal. 34.9, 10. verses, The Lyons doe lacke and suffer hunger, but they which seeke the Lord shall want nothing that is good. So Psalm 34.9, 10. Verses, The Lyons do lack and suffer hunger, but they which seek the Lord shall want nothing that is good.
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Also in the 84. Psal. 11. notably: The Lord God is a Sunne and Shield vnto vs: Also in the 84. Psalm 11. notably: The Lord God is a Sun and Shield unto us:
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the Lord will giue grace and glorie, and no good thing will hee withhold from them that walke vprightly. the Lord will give grace and glory, and no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
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And is not this the blessing that is promised to such as feare the Lord, that all good things should flow vnto them from heauen and earth:
And is not this the blessing that is promised to such as Fear the Lord, that all good things should flow unto them from heaven and earth:
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that they should be blessed In the house, in the field, in their basket, in their store, in the fruit of their bodies, in the increase of their cattle,
that they should be blessed In the house, in the field, in their basket, in their store, in the fruit of their bodies, in the increase of their cattle,
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and in the aboundance of all things. The reasons that may be giuen will serue for the further clearing of this truth.and in the abundance of all things. The Reasons that may be given will serve for the further clearing of this truth.
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For first, they are his adopted children, and how then can hee suffer them to be in need? euen wicked men will be tender ouer their children, and Beares and Dragons will be carefull of their young ones;
For First, they Are his adopted children, and how then can he suffer them to be in need? even wicked men will be tender over their children, and Bears and Dragons will be careful of their young ones;
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And shall the God of all goodnesse withdraw his hand from helping his sonnes and daughters? It cannot be.
And shall the God of all Goodness withdraw his hand from helping his Sons and daughters? It cannot be.
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Secondly consider, God is Omnipotent, and able to doe whatsoeuer he will: True it is, earthly parents are often willing to helpe their children, yet cannot;
Secondly Consider, God is Omnipotent, and able to do whatsoever he will: True it is, earthly Parents Are often willing to help their children, yet cannot;
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but God is both willing and able: And therefore those that are his, cannot be in want.
but God is both willing and able: And Therefore those that Are his, cannot be in want.
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Thirdly, Gods eyes are euer open to see their needs: his eares, euer open to here their prayers:
Thirdly, God's eyes Are ever open to see their needs: his ears, ever open to hear their Prayers:
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he is euer present and nigh at hand to relieue their necessitie.
he is ever present and High At hand to relieve their necessity.
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It may and oftentimes doth so fall out, that mortall man (though he be willing to helpe,
It may and oftentimes does so fallen out, that Mortal man (though he be willing to help,
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and able to helpe) yet he may be a sleepe, or out of hearing, and farre off;
and able to help) yet he may be a sleep, or out of hearing, and Far off;
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so that he cannot doe as otherwise he would:
so that he cannot do as otherwise he would:
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but it is not so with God, night and day, at home and abroad, by sea and land, is he at hand to send supply.
but it is not so with God, night and day, At home and abroad, by sea and land, is he At hand to send supply.
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Fourthly, Whereas many haue both will and power, and are at hand readie to helpe, yet they may want wisdome, whereby their helpe is oftentimes vnseasonable:
Fourthly, Whereas many have both will and power, and Are At hand ready to help, yet they may want Wisdom, whereby their help is oftentimes unseasonable:
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With our God is wisdome, (saith Iob) and strength; he hath counell and vnderstanding: With our God is Wisdom, (Says Job) and strength; he hath counell and understanding:
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Hee knoweth best when, where, and how to helpe.
He Knoweth best when, where, and how to help.
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Thus wee see this poynt proued both by Scripture and reasons, viz. Where Gods fauour is, there is want of nothing that is needfull.
Thus we see this point proved both by Scripture and Reasons, viz. Where God's favour is, there is want of nothing that is needful.
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But, doth not Paul complaine of hunger and thirst, of cold and nakednesse? And haue not many of Gods seruants beene tryed, by mockings and scourgings, by bonds and imprisonments? Haue they not beene stoned, hewen asunder, tempted, slaine with the sword, wandered vp and downe in Sheepes skinnes,
But, does not Paul complain of hunger and thirst, of cold and nakedness? And have not many of God's Servants been tried, by mockings and scourgings, by bonds and imprisonments? Have they not been stoned, hewn asunder, tempted, slain with the sword, wandered up and down in Sheep skins,
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and Goats skins, being destitute, afflicted, and tormented? Nay, was not Christ himselfe in want, and Goats skins, being destitute, afflicted, and tormented? Nay, was not christ himself in want,
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when he had not what the Foxes and the Fowles of the ayre had;
when he had not what the Foxes and the Fowls of the air had;
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for they had holes and nests, but he had not wheron to rest his head? How then can this be true that hath beene now deliuered?
for they had holes and nests, but he had not whereon to rest his head? How then can this be true that hath been now Delivered?
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First, I answer, there is a two-fold want; one, in regard of outward condition; the other, in regard of inward affection. First, I answer, there is a twofold want; one, in regard of outward condition; the other, in regard of inward affection.
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There is many a rich man, that is in miserable want and pouertie, wanting both what other haue, (and therefore is still coueting and desiring) and also what he himselfe doth inioy;
There is many a rich man, that is in miserable want and poverty, wanting both what other have, (and Therefore is still coveting and desiring) and also what he himself does enjoy;
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not hauing the comfortable vse of what he hath, but like Tantalus, whom Poets faigne to dye for thirst, standing in the waters to the chinne.
not having the comfortable use of what he hath, but like Tantalus, whom Poets feign to die for thirst, standing in the waters to the chin.
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Againe, There is many a poore man, who doth sustaine some want in regard of outward condition;
Again, There is many a poor man, who does sustain Some want in regard of outward condition;
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yet God doth inlarge his affection, and giue him true contentation, which is sufficiencie. Thus was the Apostle content with his hard estate, as appeares Phil. 4.11.
yet God does enlarge his affection, and give him true contentation, which is sufficiency. Thus was the Apostle content with his hard estate, as appears Philip 4.11.
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So then we see the Lord doth supply the wants of his children, giuing them eyther abundance,
So then we see the Lord does supply the Wants of his children, giving them either abundance,
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or cheerefull contentation, or supportation when meanes fayle. In the second place, I answer: This promise is made with a condition, as doth euidently appeare Psal. 84.11. no [ good thing ] doth he withhold: And also, Psal. 34.10.
or cheerful contentation, or supportation when means fail. In the second place, I answer: This promise is made with a condition, as does evidently appear Psalm 84.11. no [ good thing ] does he withhold: And also, Psalm 34.10.
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they shall want nothing [ that is good. ] So then, no further can they expect a supply of these things,
they shall want nothing [ that is good. ] So then, no further can they expect a supply of these things,
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then makes for their good and welfare.
then makes for their good and welfare.
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Now, doe wee not know that oftentimes Thunder and Raine is more seasonable for Corne and Grasse then faire Sunn-shine? Affliction and aduersitie, better for Gods children,
Now, do we not know that oftentimes Thunder and Rain is more seasonable for Corn and Grass then fair Sunshine? Affliction and adversity, better for God's children,
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then peace and prosperitie? Doth a childe of God want health, wealth, peace, and the like? Then may hee boldly say, they are not for my good:
then peace and Prosperity? Does a child of God want health, wealth, peace, and the like? Then may he boldly say, they Are not for my good:
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and God doth supply my wants, in withholding from me these things.
and God does supply my Wants, in withholding from me these things.
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Hence is it, that many of Gods children are brought to their ends, through penury and want,
Hence is it, that many of God's children Are brought to their ends, through penury and want,
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because it is for their good so to come vnto their end: The Lord doth call them home to heauen by such a messenger.
Because it is for their good so to come unto their end: The Lord does call them home to heaven by such a Messenger.
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But from hence may another question arise:
But from hence may Another question arise:
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For if this be so, that Gods children may be in want, and may bee brought to their ends through penurie and want,
For if this be so, that God's children may be in want, and may be brought to their ends through penury and want,
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how then can Dauids words be true? and how can this stand with that saying of his, I neuer saw the righteous forsaken,
how then can David words be true? and how can this stand with that saying of his, I never saw the righteous forsaken,
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nor their seed begging their bread? nor their seed begging their bred?
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Dauids speech is well to be obserued, for he doth not say, The righteous is neuer forsaken, but, I neuer saw it, speaking there of his owne experience and obseruation. David speech is well to be observed, for he does not say, The righteous is never forsaken, but, I never saw it, speaking there of his own experience and observation.
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Secondly, He saith, hee neuer saw the righteous forsaken, and his seed too. For if God lay any temporall affliction on his children,
Secondly, He Says, he never saw the righteous forsaken, and his seed too. For if God lay any temporal affliction on his children,
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and suffereth them (for their good) to be in want, yet hee remembreth his promise made vnto his seed,
and suffers them (for their good) to be in want, yet he Remember his promise made unto his seed,
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and reneweth his mercie towards them, if they walke in his waies, and obey his commandements.
and Reneweth his mercy towards them, if they walk in his ways, and obey his Commandments.
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Thirdly, He saith, hee neuer saw the righteous and his seed forsaken begging bread, that is,
Thirdly, He Says, he never saw the righteous and his seed forsaken begging bred, that is,
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when they came to the strait that they were faine to begge their bread, yet not then forsaken, q. d. No not forsaken when they were begging their bread.
when they Come to the strait that they were feign to beg their bred, yet not then forsaken, q. worser. No not forsaken when they were begging their bred.
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Thus hauing answered this obiection, we come now to vse and application.
Thus having answered this objection, we come now to use and application.
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First, this serues to reproue many, who breake their heads till they become hoarie with cares for the purchasing and obtaining of things here below;
First, this serves to reprove many, who break their Heads till they become hoary with Cares for the purchasing and obtaining of things Here below;
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but they neuer goe to the fountaine, neyther take the right course for supplying of their wants.
but they never go to the fountain, neither take the right course for supplying of their Wants.
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It is an vniuersall quaere, Who will shew vs any good? id est, the way to become great, to waxe wealthie, and the like:
It is an universal quaere, Who will show us any good? id est, the Way to become great, to wax wealthy, and the like:
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But how few cry with the Prophet, Lord life thou vpon vs the light of thy countenance? No maruell then, But how few cry with the Prophet, Lord life thou upon us the Light of thy countenance? No marvel then,
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if so many runne vp and downe like hungrie dogges, and are neuer satisfied. Peter may fish all night and catch nothing, vntill Iesus speakes the word.
if so many run up and down like hungry Dogs, and Are never satisfied. Peter may Fish all night and catch nothing, until Iesus speaks the word.
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What though wee rise earely, and lye downe late, and eat the bread of sorrow, yet shall wee labour in vaine, vnlesse the Lord giue a blessing.
What though we rise early, and lie down late, and eat the bred of sorrow, yet shall we labour in vain, unless the Lord give a blessing.
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Secondly, this sheweth vs a difference betwixt the fauour of God and the fauour of man.
Secondly, this shows us a difference betwixt the favour of God and the favour of man.
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True it is, the fauors of Princes, and of great men, brings with it many priuiledges and preferments;
True it is, the favors of Princes, and of great men, brings with it many privileges and preferments;
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but they cannot assure vs of euerie good thing, neyther are they able to doe all things that they would:
but they cannot assure us of every good thing, neither Are they able to do all things that they would:
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yea many times they are prouented by sudden death, before opportunitie be offered to manifest their loue;
yea many times they Are prouented by sudden death, before opportunity be offered to manifest their love;
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and when they doe shew fauour vnto any, how vnstable is it, and how vncertaine? This Hamman found;
and when they do show favour unto any, how unstable is it, and how uncertain? This Hamman found;
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to day he is honoured, to morrow, hanged. But it is otherwise with God;
to day he is honoured, to morrow, hanged. But it is otherwise with God;
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his fauor brings with it a supply of all things needfull, and they that rely vpon it, shall neuer be deceyued, nor disappoynted.
his favour brings with it a supply of all things needful, and they that rely upon it, shall never be deceived, nor disappointed.
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We may be bold to build vpon it. Thirdly, seeing Gods fauour doth make supply of all things that are needefull.
We may be bold to built upon it. Thirdly, seeing God's favour does make supply of all things that Are needful.
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Seeke then and labour for his fauour before all things:
Seek then and labour for his favour before all things:
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for if this be not wanting, no blessing shall be, nor can be wanting, for soule or bodie, this life, or a better.
for if this be not wanting, no blessing shall be, nor can be wanting, for soul or body, this life, or a better.
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This is the maine and mother blessing, so that, desire it, desire all; obtaine it, obtaine all other blessings whatsoeuer.
This is the main and mother blessing, so that, desire it, desire all; obtain it, obtain all other blessings whatsoever.
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We see how farre men will goe, what labour and paines they will indure, and all for the fauour of a prince, whose breath is in his nosthrills, and whose thoughts perish.
We see how Far men will go, what labour and pains they will endure, and all for the favour of a Prince, whose breath is in his nostrils, and whose thoughts perish.
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And yet no King can be so bountifull to his Fauourites, as is the God of heauen.
And yet no King can be so bountiful to his Favourites, as is the God of heaven.
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Excellent things shall be done to the man whom the King doth honour, but farre more excellent to him whom the Lord doth fauour.
Excellent things shall be done to the man whom the King does honour, but Far more excellent to him whom the Lord does favour.
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Why then doe wee no more respect his loue? Why doe we not vse the meanes to become gracious in his eyes? Oh seeke his fauor befor the fauour of Princes; Seeke his face euermore.
Why then do we not more respect his love? Why do we not use the means to become gracious in his eyes? O seek his favour before the favour of Princes; Seek his face evermore.
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The fourth Vse is an Admonition to Gods children, to haue their conuersation without couetousnes, which is as insatiable as the graue:
The fourth Use is an Admonition to God's children, to have their Conversation without covetousness, which is as insatiable as the graven:
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In euery estate and condition, learne to depend vpon the Lords prouidence;
In every estate and condition, Learn to depend upon the lords providence;
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Commit thy way vnto the Lord, and trust in him, and he shall bring it to passe. Vse no vnlawfull meanes; Commit thy Way unto the Lord, and trust in him, and he shall bring it to pass. Use no unlawful means;
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take not any indirect course for obteyning wealth, or supplying of thy wants; for God hath engaged his promise and his truth to see thy needs supplied.
take not any indirect course for obtaining wealth, or supplying of thy Wants; for God hath engaged his promise and his truth to see thy needs supplied.
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And lastly, let it comfort the children of God in the midst of all the miseries of this mortall life:
And lastly, let it Comfort the children of God in the midst of all the misery's of this Mortal life:
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for what can make vs miserable, seeing we enioy the fauour of God, and the light of his countenance, which is the fountaine of all good,
for what can make us miserable, seeing we enjoy the favour of God, and the Light of his countenance, which is the fountain of all good,
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and the ground of all other mercies whatsoeuer? What Elkanah said to Hannah, complaining for want of children, may Gods fauour speake to all that haue their parts in it, in euery distresse:
and the ground of all other Mercies whatsoever? What Elkanah said to Hannah, complaining for want of children, may God's favour speak to all that have their parts in it, in every distress:
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Am not I vnto thee in steed of riches, wealth, glory, and greatnesse in the world? Surely yes;
Am not I unto thee in steed of riches, wealth, glory, and greatness in the world? Surely yes;
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it is in steed of these and better then all these vnto vs. Let therefore the enioyment of this serue as a through supply for all our wants, of what kind soeuer:
it is in steed of these and better then all these unto us Let Therefore the enjoyment of this serve as a through supply for all our Wants, of what kind soever:
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make Gods fauour to be that vnto thee which thou wantest: Art thou sick? let Gods fauour be thy health:
make God's favour to be that unto thee which thou Wantest: Art thou sick? let God's favour be thy health:
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Art thou weake? let Gods fauour be thy strength.
Art thou weak? let God's favour be thy strength.
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Art thou base? let Gods fauour be thy glory &c. He that hath this hath a sufficient salue for any sore.
Art thou base? let God's favour be thy glory etc. He that hath this hath a sufficient salve for any soar.
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Now further we are to obserue, how this Father bestoweth vpon this his childe, not only such gifts as were needfull,
Now further we Are to observe, how this Father bestoweth upon this his child, not only such Gifts as were needful,
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but such also as were for ornament & delight.
but such also as were for ornament & delight.
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The best Robe shall be bestowed on him, the fattest Calfe shall be killed for him,
The best Robe shall be bestowed on him, the Fattest Calf shall be killed for him,
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and a Ring shall be put vpon his hand, to adorne and beautifie him. Learne then
and a Ring shall be put upon his hand, to adorn and beautify him. Learn then
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That God doth often giue vnto his children for delight and ornament, as well as for necessitie. That God does often give unto his children for delight and ornament, as well as for necessity.
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He doth not onely bestow on them, things absolutely needfull, but such things also as may adorne them and delight them.
He does not only bestow on them, things absolutely needful, but such things also as may adorn them and delight them.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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There is an excellent place to proue this in the 104. Psalme, the 15. vers. where the Prophet sheweth, that God giueth Wine to make glad the heart of man,
There is an excellent place to prove this in the 104. Psalm, the 15. vers. where the Prophet shows, that God gives Wine to make glad the heart of man,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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and Oyle to make his face to shine, as well as bread to strengthen mans heart.and Oil to make his face to shine, as well as bred to strengthen men heart.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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He giueth as well for lawfull and honest delight, as for necessitie to preserue life and health.
He gives as well for lawful and honest delight, as for necessity to preserve life and health.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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The reasons of this point are breifly these. 1. Because his children may serue him with greater ioy and alacritie;
The Reasons of this point Are briefly these. 1. Because his children may serve him with greater joy and alacrity;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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for God loueth cheerefulnes in his seruice.
for God loves cheerfulness in his service.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Secondly, to stop the mouths of men, that there might be no grumblers among his seruants,
Secondly, to stop the mouths of men, that there might be no grumblers among his Servants,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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nor any to haue the least shew of complaining of being pinched and straitned.
nor any to have the least show of complaining of being pinched and straitened.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Doth God deale thus liberally with his children, giuing them as well for lawfull and honest delight,
Does God deal thus liberally with his children, giving them as well for lawful and honest delight,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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as for necessitie to preserue life and health? Then this may serue first to informe our iudgments concerning our libertie in the vsing of the creatures.
as for necessity to preserve life and health? Then this may serve First to inform our Judgments Concerning our liberty in the using of the creatures.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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For if God giueth them for this end, then is it lawfull to vse them, for the end he giues them;
For if God gives them for this end, then is it lawful to use them, for the end he gives them;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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not sparingly alone and for meere necessitie, but freely and liberally for Christian delight and ornament.
not sparingly alone and for mere necessity, but freely and liberally for Christian delight and ornament.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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The children of God haue vsed their libertie both in meate and apparell, which God hath granted vnto them.
The children of God have used their liberty both in meat and apparel, which God hath granted unto them.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Ioseph and his brethren with him, did eat and drinke togither of the best. Levi the Publican made our Sauiour a great feast in his owne house. Ioseph and his brothers with him, did eat and drink together of the best. Levi the Publican made our Saviour a great feast in his own house.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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The Primatiue Churches had their Loue-feasts, as Scripture doth record.
The Primitive Churches had their Love-feasts, as Scripture does record.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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This liberty that worthy man Nehemiah willeth the people to take, Goe eat of the fat,
This liberty that worthy man Nehemiah wills the people to take, Go eat of the fat,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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and drinke of the sweet, q. d. feast togither, eat of the best, make you good cheere.and drink of the sweet, q. worser. feast together, eat of the best, make you good cheer.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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As they haue vsed their libertie in this kinde; so also in the other of apparell;
As they have used their liberty in this kind; so also in the other of apparel;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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vsing it not onely for necessities sake, (as to defend the body from parching heat, pinching cold,
using it not only for necessities sake, (as to defend the body from parching heat, pinching cold,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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and the like) but for delight and ornament, for the decking and adorning of the body;
and the like) but for delight and ornament, for the decking and adorning of the body;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
785
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and as the Apostle saith, vpon their vncomely parts they haue put more comelinesse on.
and as the Apostle Says, upon their uncomely parts they have put more comeliness on.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
785
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Thus was Ioseph arrayed with garments of fine linnen, and had a golden chaine put vpon his neck, Thus was Ioseph arrayed with garments of fine linen, and had a golden chain put upon his neck,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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and a ring vpon his hand. So Rebekkah hath golden eare-rings and bracelets for her hands.
and a ring upon his hand. So Rebekkah hath golden earrings and bracelets for her hands.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
785
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And thus did the Israelitish women adorne themselues with eare-rings and bracelets, which was not their sinne.
And thus did the Israelitish women adorn themselves with earrings and bracelets, which was not their sin.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
785
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4591
Garments also of diuers colors, and of Needle-worke, was no rare thing to be seene amongst them. Garments also of diverse colours, and of Needlework, was no rare thing to be seen among them.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
785
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4592
Thus we see that it is lawfull for Gods children to vse their liberty in the vsing of the creatures both for delight and ornament.
Thus we see that it is lawful for God's children to use their liberty in the using of the creatures both for delight and ornament.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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4593
Now forasmuch as the name of lawfull, doth carry many into grosse euils, and giue them occasion many times to runne into all excesse;
Now forasmuch as the name of lawful, does carry many into gross evils, and give them occasion many times to run into all excess;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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it is very needfull in the next place to make an vse of direction, and shew what cautions and rules are to be obserued in the vsing of this our libertie, that it be not made an occasion to the flesh.
it is very needful in the next place to make an use of direction, and show what cautions and rules Are to be observed in the using of this our liberty, that it be not made an occasion to the Flesh.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
786
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This I am the rather desirous to doe, because there is hardly grosser sinnes committed by Gods children,
This I am the rather desirous to do, Because there is hardly grosser Sins committed by God's children,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
786
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4596
then in the abuse of these and such like things, as may lawfully be vsed.
then in the abuse of these and such like things, as may lawfully be used.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
786
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4597
Sure I am, they take more fall in the abuse of things that lawfully may be done,
Sure I am, they take more fallen in the abuse of things that lawfully may be done,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
786
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4598
then in such things as are directly contrary to Gods word. First, then for meates.
then in such things as Are directly contrary to God's word. First, then for Meats.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
786
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4599
That we haue a libertie in the vsing of them not sparingly onely, and for meere necessitie, to the satisfying of our hunger; That we have a liberty in the using of them not sparingly only, and for mere necessity, to the satisfying of our hunger;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
787
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but also freely and liberally for Christian delight & pleasure, we haue seene alreadie prooued.
but also freely and liberally for Christian delight & pleasure, we have seen already proved.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
787
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Yet in vsing of them certaine rules and cautions are to be obserued, both concerning the Time, when we are to vse them,
Yet in using of them certain rules and cautions Are to be observed, both Concerning the Time, when we Are to use them,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
787
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as also concerning the manner how. As for the Time, we must know, that vpon some occasions, we may be restrained,
as also Concerning the manner how. As for the Time, we must know, that upon Some occasions, we may be restrained,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
787
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and are to abstaine from our libertie in this kind; as namely, when the bond of Religion, or Christian pollicie doth require it.
and Are to abstain from our liberty in this kind; as namely, when the bound of Religion, or Christian policy does require it.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
787
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Religion somtimes requires an entire abstinence from the vse of the creature:Religion sometimes requires an entire abstinence from the use of the creature:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
787
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As in time of some great affliction, whether it be Publique, or Priuate; on the whole Land in generall,
As in time of Some great affliction, whither it be Public, or Private; on the Whole Land in general,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
787
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or on our selues and families in speciall.
or on our selves and families in special.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Many examples we haue recorded in Scriptures, of Gods seruants, who haue abstained from the vse of the creatures in such cases.
Many Examples we have recorded in Scriptures, of God's Servants, who have abstained from the use of the creatures in such cases.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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To this fasting and abstinence were the Iewes called in the dayes of Ioell, that so the famine then which was amongst them might bee remooued.
To this fasting and abstinence were the Iewes called in the days of Joel, that so the famine then which was among them might be removed.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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This abstinence Hester, and her company vsed, when she heard of the destruction intended against her people.
This abstinence Esther, and her company used, when she herd of the destruction intended against her people.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
787
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4610
Thus Daniel gaue himselfe to fasting, when he prayed for deliuerance of Israell out of Babylon: Thus Paul and Silas when they went to plant the Church, vsed fasting and prayer.
Thus daniel gave himself to fasting, when he prayed for deliverance of Israel out of Babylon: Thus Paul and Silas when they went to plant the Church, used fasting and prayer.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Thus did Nehemiah, Dauid, Cornelius, and many others, vpon the like occasions, both in priuate, and publike;
Thus did Nehemiah, David, Cornelius, and many Others, upon the like occasions, both in private, and public;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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abstaining from the vse of the creatures, and abridging themselues of those delights and pleasures, which at other times they haue enioyed.
abstaining from the use of the creatures, and abridging themselves of those delights and pleasures, which At other times they have enjoyed.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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But in times of fasting, may nothing be eaten, must all meates of necessitie be abstained from? But in times of fasting, may nothing be eaten, must all Meats of necessity be abstained from?
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(13) verse (DIV2)
788
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It is most fitting, that there should be a totall abstinence, if nature can endure it,
It is most fitting, that there should be a total abstinence, if nature can endure it,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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so that it be not destroyed, nor vnfitted for spirituall duties:
so that it be not destroyed, nor unfitted for spiritual duties:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
789
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But if nature bee weake, then may some creature be receiued, and that so often as the weaknesse of the bodie requires it,
But if nature be weak, then may Some creature be received, and that so often as the weakness of the body requires it,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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but euer prouided, that it be very sparingly, seruing onely to preserue nature: And without daintinesse, or delicacie to nourish pleasure.
but ever provided, that it be very sparingly, serving only to preserve nature: And without daintiness, or delicacy to nourish pleasure.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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The second bond that doth restraine vs, is that of Christian pollicie; when vpon some particular and polliticke considerations, sundrie kinds of meats are prohibited and forbidden,
The second bound that does restrain us, is that of Christian policy; when upon Some particular and politic considerations, sundry Kinds of Meats Are prohibited and forbidden,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
790
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4619
for certaine times and seasons of the yeare. Thus doe our Magistrates and Gouernours appoynt fasting dayes, not for Religious, but Ciuill respects, and ends:
for certain times and seasons of the year. Thus do our Magistrates and Governors appoint fasting days, not for Religious, but Civil respects, and ends:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
790
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As to supply want, preserue the breed of cattell; and for the maintaining the calling of Fishermen:
As to supply want, preserve the breed of cattle; and for the maintaining the calling of Fishermen:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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All tending to the common good of the Land and Countrey:
All tending to the Common good of the Land and Country:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
790
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And herein are we to obey them, and that for conscience sake, though not of the Law of the Maiestrate,
And herein Are we to obey them, and that for conscience sake, though not of the Law of the Magistrate,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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4623
yet of the Law of God, which binds vs to obey the Magistrates law (it not being contrary to Gods) and to be obedient to those that are set ouer vs.
yet of the Law of God, which binds us to obey the Magistrates law (it not being contrary to God's) and to be obedient to those that Are Set over us
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Here it may be demaunded, whether a man may eat flesh at such times, as the Magistrate hath forbidden it?
Here it may be demanded, whither a man may eat Flesh At such times, as the Magistrate hath forbidden it?
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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To this Question, this answere hath beene made.
To this Question, this answer hath been made.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Lawes made by the Magistrate, are of two sorts, eyther mixt, or else meerely poenall. Mixt lawes are those which are of weightie matters,
Laws made by the Magistrate, Are of two sorts, either mixed, or Else merely penally. Mixed laws Are those which Are of weighty matters,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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4627
and are propounded in commaunding termes:
and Are propounded in commanding terms:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
792
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Now lawes of this kinde bind men, first, to obedience: secondly to the punishment, if they obey not.
Now laws of this kind bind men, First, to Obedience: secondly to the punishment, if they obey not.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
792
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4629
If a man breake these kind of Lawes, though he be willing to suffer the punishment,
If a man break these kind of Laws, though he be willing to suffer the punishment,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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4630
yet is not his conscience discharged of the sinne before God, for his Law binds not onely to subiection in bearing punishment,
yet is not his conscience discharged of the sin before God, for his Law binds not only to subjection in bearing punishment,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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but to obedience of the bare commaundement, it being (as I sayd before) lawfull and agreeable to Gods will.
but to Obedience of the bore Commandment, it being (as I said before) lawful and agreeable to God's will.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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For the other sort, viz. such as are meerely poenall, they are those, which (being made of matters of lesse moment and importance,
For the other sort, viz. such as Are merely penally, they Are those, which (being made of matters of less moment and importance,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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and not vttered nor deliuered in such commanding termes) doe onely declare and shew what is to be done,
and not uttered nor Delivered in such commanding terms) do only declare and show what is to be done,
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or conditionally require this or that, with respect vnto the punishment;
or conditionally require this or that, with respect unto the punishment;
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as if the Magistrate should say, if you doe this, then you shall forfeit thus much, now chuse you whether:
as if the Magistrate should say, if you do this, then you shall forfeit thus much, now choose you whither:
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so that this kind of law doth especially bind vnto the punishment, and therefore hee that is readie (omitting this law) to beare the punishment, freeth himselfe from sinne before the Lord,
so that this kind of law does especially bind unto the punishment, and Therefore he that is ready (omitting this law) to bear the punishment, freeth himself from sin before the Lord,
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because he goeth not contrary to the intent of the Law-giuer.
Because he Goes not contrary to the intent of the Lawgiver.
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So then the intent of the Magistrate is to be regarded, and accordingly are we to eat,
So then the intent of the Magistrate is to be regarded, and accordingly Are we to eat,
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or not to eat, and as it is deliuered in more or lesse commaunding termes, so to vse our libertie, or not to vse it.
or not to eat, and as it is Delivered in more or less commanding terms, so to use our liberty, or not to use it.
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For mine owne part, I could wish that Christians would haue greater care, and make more conscience of the Magistrates Iniunction, obseruing and keeping, especially the time of Lent, (not as any religious fast or obseruation) but as a ciuill and politike ordinance:
For mine own part, I could wish that Christians would have greater care, and make more conscience of the Magistrates Injunction, observing and keeping, especially the time of Lent, (not as any religious fast or observation) but as a civil and politic Ordinance:
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For if it be lawfull for a Physician to prescribe a diet to his Patient, forbidding some meats,
For if it be lawful for a physician to prescribe a diet to his Patient, forbidding Some Meats,
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and prescribing others for the health of his body, then surely it is lawfull for a King to forbid his subiects (for some time) from some sort of meats,
and prescribing Others for the health of his body, then surely it is lawful for a King to forbid his Subjects (for Some time) from Some sort of Meats,
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and appoint others, as hee seeth most fit for his Common-wealth: and if a King may doe this lawfully, then we sinne in disobeying his command.
and appoint Others, as he sees most fit for his Commonwealth: and if a King may do this lawfully, then we sin in disobeying his command.
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But what if one be weake and sicke, may not flesh be eaten at that time;
But what if one be weak and sick, may not Flesh be eaten At that time;
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as well as at any other?
as well as At any other?
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The intent of the Magistrate is not to impaire the health of any subiect, but the preseruation of it;
The intent of the Magistrate is not to impair the health of any Subject, but the preservation of it;
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to such therefore they giue liberty, and they may eat, if necessity require. Let this then serue briefly for an answer to this question;
to such Therefore they give liberty, and they may eat, if necessity require. Let this then serve briefly for an answer to this question;
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as also for the time when wee are to vse our liberty in this kinde. Now for the manner, How wee are to vse it, and it must be thus.
as also for the time when we Are to use our liberty in this kind. Now for the manner, How we Are to use it, and it must be thus.
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First, Sanctifie the creatures thou doest receiue, desire God to giue a blessing with them:
First, Sanctify the creatures thou dost receive, desire God to give a blessing with them:
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Euery creature of God is good, and nothing to bee refused, if it bee receiued with thankesgiuing: Every creature of God is good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving:
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For it is sanctified by the Word of God and prayer. For it is sanctified by the Word of God and prayer.
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Thus did Paul, when hee was in the ship, Hee tooke bread, and gaue thankes to God in presence of them all, and then beganne to eat.
Thus did Paul, when he was in the ship, He took bred, and gave thanks to God in presence of them all, and then began to eat.
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And thus did Christ himselfe, who would not eat of the fiue loaues and two fishes,
And thus did christ himself, who would not eat of the fiue loaves and two Fish,
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before hee had looked vp to Heauen, and called for a blessing. Secondly, see that thy food and fare exceede not thy ability, place, and maintenance;
before he had looked up to Heaven, and called for a blessing. Secondly, see that thy food and fare exceed not thy ability, place, and maintenance;
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but looke thou keepe thy selfe within thy limits.
but look thou keep thy self within thy Limits.
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It was taxed in Nabal, that (being but a Country-Farmer) he feasted it like a King.
It was taxed in Nabal, that (being but a Country-Farmer) he feasted it like a King.
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Be frugall in thy feasting, remembring alwayes, honest delight consists not so much in hauing many dishes,
Be frugal in thy feasting, remembering always, honest delight consists not so much in having many Dishes,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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as in hauing of the sweetest, and of the fattest. Thirdly, Beware of eating to excesse or riot:
as in having of the Sweetest, and of the Fattest. Thirdly, Beware of eating to excess or riot:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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For God alloweth vs a liberall vse of the creatures, not to hurt, but helpe our selues; For God alloweth us a liberal use of the creatures, not to hurt, but help our selves;
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to refresh and not oppresse our nature, to make vs fit, and not vnfit for holy duties.
to refresh and not oppress our nature, to make us fit, and not unfit for holy duties.
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That feeding then, that makes vs heauy and vnweildy, for the performance of any worke, either of our generall or speciall calling, is no way commendable, but sinfull.
That feeding then, that makes us heavy and unwieldy, for the performance of any work, either of our general or special calling, is no Way commendable, but sinful.
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Fourthly, so eat and drinke, as that you remember to Redeeme the time, sit not too long by it;
Fourthly, so eat and drink, as that you Remember to redeem the time, fit not too long by it;
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and while you are at it, vse good and sauoury speech, season the creatures with profitable (yet cheerefull) talke and holy meditations.
and while you Are At it, use good and savoury speech, season the creatures with profitable (yet cheerful) talk and holy meditations.
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Take occasion to speake of Gods bounty and goodnesse, and set forth his praise before the sonnes of men.
Take occasion to speak of God's bounty and Goodness, and Set forth his praise before the Sons of men.
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If vnprofitable talke be set on foot, propound some heauenly riddle or parable, that that idle prattle may be iustled out.
If unprofitable talk be Set on foot, propound Some heavenly riddle or parable, that that idle prattle may be justled out.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Let thy hart be takē vp with holy thoughts, consider how many snares are set before,
Let thy heart be taken up with holy thoughts, Consider how many snares Are Set before,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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for in euery dish the Deuill hath his hooke to catch thee. Remember how prone thou art to dishonor God in feasting.
for in every dish the devil hath his hook to catch thee. remember how prove thou art to dishonour God in feasting.
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Iob was suspitious of his sons, be thou so of thy selfe, thou mayst blaspheme God before the feast bee ended. Job was suspicious of his Sons, be thou so of thy self, thou Mayest Blaspheme God before the feast be ended.
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Forget not the wants of such as be in misery, how many want of thy superfluity, who are redeemed with the bloud of Christ,
Forget not the Wants of such as be in misery, how many want of thy superfluity, who Are redeemed with the blood of christ,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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as well as thou thy selfe, and yet would be heart glad of what thou blowest on? Remember how farre thou art indebted vnto God, and shew thy selfe thankfull.
as well as thou thy self, and yet would be heart glad of what thou blowest on? remember how Far thou art indebted unto God, and show thy self thankful.
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In a word, remember that thou art in Gods presence, he beholds thee as well eating and drinking,
In a word, Remember that thou art in God's presence, he beholds thee as well eating and drinking,
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as he doth when thou art about any other action.
as he does when thou art about any other actium.
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See then that thy whole carriage be such, as may be seeme the presence of so great a God.
See then that thy Whole carriage be such, as may be seem the presence of so great a God.
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And these are the speciall rules to be obserued, for the right vsage of our liberty, in respect of food and sustenance.
And these Are the special rules to be observed, for the right usage of our liberty, in respect of food and sustenance.
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Wee are now to come to such rules as concerne apparrell, which is allowed, as for health and honesty,
we Are now to come to such rules as concern apparel, which is allowed, as for health and honesty,
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so for ornament, as we haue heard before prooued. And they are these. First, for the time, they may not bee vsed euery day alike:
so for ornament, as we have herd before proved. And they Are these. First, for the time, they may not be used every day alike:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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times and seasons are to be obserued.
times and seasons Are to be observed.
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There is a time of fasting and mourning, when they must bee layd aside, according to the practice of Gods seruants, who haue clothed themselues with sack-cloth vpon such occasions;
There is a time of fasting and mourning, when they must be laid aside, according to the practice of God's Servants, who have clothed themselves with Sackcloth upon such occasions;
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to signifie that they were vnworthy of the worst attire.
to signify that they were unworthy of the worst attire.
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And this did God giue in charge to his people Israel, that they should put off their ornaments from them, that hee might know what to doe vnto them.
And this did God give in charge to his people Israel, that they should put off their Ornament from them, that he might know what to do unto them.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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In times of mourning then, they are not fitting, courser attire is then best beseeming. Neither may they be for euery ordinary dayes wearing;
In times of mourning then, they Are not fitting, courser attire is then best beseeming. Neither may they be for every ordinary days wearing;
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in the dayes of reioycing and publike solemnity, are these fittest to be worne: For this was the rich man in the Gospell taxed, hee was clothed in purple, and fine linnen euery day.
in the days of rejoicing and public solemnity, Are these Fittest to be worn: For this was the rich man in the Gospel taxed, he was clothed in purple, and fine linen every day.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Hee is not simply condemned for wearing these, but for a daily vsing of those costly ornaments, making them,
He is not simply condemned for wearing these, but for a daily using of those costly Ornament, making them,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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4684
as it were, his working-daies attire.
as it were, his working-days attire.
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Secondly, for the Manner, we haue the Apostles rule, Adorne your selues in modest apparrell, with shamefastnesse and sobriety, &c. which becommeth women professing godlinesse. Secondly, for the Manner, we have the Apostles Rule, Adorn your selves in modest apparel, with shamefastness and sobriety, etc. which becomes women professing godliness.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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4686
So then in ornament, as in euery thing else, our Godlinesse, Modesty, and Sobriety must appeare.
So then in ornament, as in every thing Else, our Godliness, Modesty, and Sobriety must appear.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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4687
It may not then bee strange or garish (which argues neither modesty nor honesty,
It may not then be strange or garish (which argues neither modesty nor honesty,
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4688
but leuity and inconstancy) but according to the sober custome of our Country, from which we should not vary:
but levity and inconstancy) but according to the Sobrium custom of our Country, from which we should not vary:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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4689
for how monstrous and vgly is that part which agreeth not with the whole body?
for how monstrous and ugly is that part which agreeth not with the Whole body?
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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4690
Neither may it be differing from our sex, but according thereunto; Neither may it be differing from our sex, but according thereunto;
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The woman shall not weare that which pertaineth to the man, neither shall a man put on a womans garment; The woman shall not wear that which pertaineth to the man, neither shall a man put on a woman's garment;
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for all that doe so, are abomination to the Lord: for all that do so, Are abomination to the Lord:
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The law of nature and common honesty condemnes, to haue women mannish, and men womanish in their attire. Oh then our sinne!
The law of nature and Common honesty condemns, to have women mannish, and men womanish in their attire. O then our sin!
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Nor may it be aboue our places, callings, and degrees. As God hath placed some men aboue others, Nor may it be above our places, callings, and Degrees. As God hath placed Some men above Others,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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4695
so ought men to fit their attire, and habit according to the qualitie of the places wherein they are.
so ought men to fit their attire, and habit according to the quality of the places wherein they Are.
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So Iosephs ornaments were to put a difference betweene him, and the inferior Princes of Pharaohs court.
So Joseph's Ornament were to put a difference between him, and the inferior Princes of Pharaohs court.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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Neither may it be beyond our meanes or maintenance, but according to our abilitie, in our places wherein wee are:
Neither may it be beyond our means or maintenance, but according to our ability, in our places wherein we Are:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
806
Page 271
4698
For to goe as fine and costly as the formost in our ranke, is not sobrietie:
For to go as fine and costly as the foremost in our rank, is not sobriety:
c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j c-acp dt js p-acp po12 n1, vbz xx n1:
(13) verse (DIV2)
806
Page 271
4699
Our charge and estates must be respected, and accordingly must we cut our coat, and haue our ornament.
Our charge and estates must be respected, and accordingly must we Cut our coat, and have our ornament.
po12 n1 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn, cc av-vvg vmb pns12 vvi po12 n1, cc vhb po12 n1.
(13) verse (DIV2)
806
Page 271
4700
Nor may they be the ornaments of light hus-wines, or of knowne dissolute persons;
Nor may they be the Ornament of Light hus-wines, or of known dissolute Persons;
ccx vmb pns32 vbi dt n2 pp-f j n2, cc pp-f j-vvn j n2;
(13) verse (DIV2)
807
Page 271
4701
It is not modestie for women, professing the Gospell, to goe like whores, or to imitate them in their Strumpet-like behauiour.
It is not modesty for women, professing the Gospel, to go like whores, or to imitate them in their Strumpet-like behaviour.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
807
Page 271
4702
Christians ought not to seeme to be such as indeed they would be loath to be:
Christians ought not to seem to be such as indeed they would be loath to be:
np1 vmd xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi d c-acp av pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vbi:
(13) verse (DIV2)
807
Page 271
4703
Neither may it any way tend to prouoke inordinate desires in our selues, or others, Neither may it any Way tend to provoke inordinate Desires in our selves, or Others,
d vmb pn31 d n1 vvb pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc n2-jn,
(13) verse (DIV2)
807
Page 271
4704
but such as may expresse the vertues of our minds, being correspondent to decencie and holinesse. Thus we see the manner.
but such as may express the Virtues of our minds, being correspondent to decency and holiness. Thus we see the manner.
cc-acp d c-acp vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, vbg j p-acp n1 cc n1. av pns12 vvb dt n1.
(13) verse (DIV2)
807
Page 271
4705
Thirdly, for the Measure. Excesse of ornament is to be auoyded, we may not haue too many on our backes, nor in our wardropes.
Thirdly, for the Measure. Excess of ornament is to be avoided, we may not have too many on our backs, nor in our wardropes.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
808
Page 271
4706
Goe to now you rich men, weepe and howle for your miseries that shall come vpon you: Go to now you rich men, weep and howl for your misery's that shall come upon you:
vvb p-acp av pn22 j n2, vvb cc vvi p-acp po22 n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp pn22:
(13) verse (DIV2)
808
Page 271
4707
your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten, and shall not these witnesse against you? your riches Are corrupted, and your garments Are moth-eaten, and shall not these witness against you?
po22 n2 vbr vvn, cc po22 n2 vbr j, cc vmb xx d n1 p-acp pn22?
(13) verse (DIV2)
808
Page 271
4708
In auncient times such were counted infamous, as did exceed this way:
In ancient times such were counted infamous, as did exceed this Way:
p-acp j-jn n2 d vbdr vvn j, c-acp vdd vvi d n1:
(13) verse (DIV2)
809
Page 271
4709
so Graccus noted Nauius, for a licentious fellow, for hauing on his hands more rings then one.
so Graccus noted Naevius, for a licentious fellow, for having on his hands more rings then one.
av fw-la vvn np1, p-acp dt j n1, c-acp vhg p-acp po31 n2 dc n2 cs crd.
(13) verse (DIV2)
809
Page 271
4710
Beware then of excesse in this kinde, seeing both Heathen, and Heauen doth condemne it. It is a sinne that goeth not alone, but drawes many after it: Beware then of excess in this kind, seeing both Heathen, and Heaven does condemn it. It is a sin that Goes not alone, but draws many After it:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
809
Page 271
4711
For, first, excesse in ornament doth cause thee to abuse thy wealth, and makes thee spend it on needlesse and superfluous vses,
For, First, excess in ornament does cause thee to abuse thy wealth, and makes thee spend it on needless and superfluous uses,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
809
Page 271
4712
when thou oughtest to spend it better, as in relieuing of the poore, and such as are in want.
when thou Ought to spend it better, as in relieving of the poor, and such as Are in want.
c-crq pns21 vmd2 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-jc, c-acp p-acp vvg pp-f dt j, cc d c-acp vbr p-acp n1.
(13) verse (DIV2)
809
Page 271
4713
Secondly, It is commonly maintained with couetousnesse and iniustice:
Secondly, It is commonly maintained with covetousness and injustice:
ord, pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1:
(13) verse (DIV2)
810
Page 271
4714
when was more pride and brauerie? and when more oppression and crueltie? What greater cause of bribing,
when was more pride and bravery? and when more oppression and cruelty? What greater cause of bribing,
c-crq vbds dc n1 cc n1? cc c-crq n1 n1 cc n1? q-crq jc n1 pp-f vvg,
(13) verse (DIV2)
810
Page 272
4715
and extortion, of fraud, and cousenage, of increasing fines, and inhauncing rents;
and extortion, of fraud, and cozenage, of increasing fines, and inhancing rends;
cc n1, pp-f n1, cc n1, pp-f j-vvg n2, cc vvg n2;
(13) verse (DIV2)
810
Page 272
4716
then this excessiue brauery? Pride must be maintained, though it be with sale of faith, conscience, honestie, religion, and all. Thirdly;
then this excessive bravery? Pride must be maintained, though it be with sale of faith, conscience, honesty, Religion, and all. Thirdly;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
810
Page 272
4717
It is a theefe of time. Many a golden houre is spent in casting how to be most braue;
It is a thief of time. Many a golden hour is spent in casting how to be most brave;
pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. d dt j n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg c-crq pc-acp vbi av-ds j;
(13) verse (DIV2)
811
Page 272
4718
and what fashion doth best become them: and many an houre is spent in pranking and trimming of the bodie;
and what fashion does best become them: and many an hour is spent in pranking and trimming of the body;
cc r-crq n1 vdz js vvi pno32: cc d dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1;
(13) verse (DIV2)
811
Page 272
4719
in the too accurate and curious culture of it.
in the too accurate and curious culture of it.
p-acp dt av j cc j n1 pp-f pn31.
(13) verse (DIV2)
811
Page 272
4720
Had Plautus liued in these our times, he would neuer haue wondered why daintie dames are so long in trimming of themselues,
Had Plautus lived in these our times, he would never have wondered why dainty dams Are so long in trimming of themselves,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
811
Page 272
4721
if he did but see what a shop of vanities and fooleries they beare about them.
if he did but see what a shop of vanities and fooleries they bear about them.
cs pns31 vdd p-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pns32 vvb p-acp pno32.
(13) verse (DIV2)
811
Page 272
4722
See here a cause, why such as are most braue, are vsually most ignorant & impenitent;
See Here a cause, why such as Are most brave, Are usually most ignorant & impenitent;
n1 av dt n1, c-crq d c-acp vbr ds j, vbr av-j av-ds j cc j;
(13) verse (DIV2)
811
Page 272
4723
Alas, they haue no time to adorne their soules, with Gods sauing graces, they dresse themselues by the houre,
Alas, they have no time to adorn their Souls, with God's Saving graces, they dress themselves by the hour,
uh, pns32 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, p-acp n2 vvg n2, pns32 vvb px32 p-acp dt n1,
(13) verse (DIV2)
811
Page 272
4724
and therefore can pray but by the minuit; they want leisure for the one, so much is taken vp about the other.
and Therefore can pray but by the minuit; they want leisure for the one, so much is taken up about the other.
cc av vmb vvi cc-acp p-acp dt n1; pns32 vvb n1 p-acp dt pi, av d vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n-jn.
(13) verse (DIV2)
811
Page 272
4725
And in a word, what more impouerisheth the Common-wealth, then our excessiue brauery? our moneys and chiefe commodities are daily transported into other countries, And in a word, what more impoverisheth the Commonwealth, then our excessive bravery? our moneys and chief commodities Are daily transported into other countries,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
812
Page 272
4726
and what comes in lieu thereof, but Apes and Peacocks? Costly stuffes, silkes and veluets, gold & siluer laces, feathers,
and what comes in lieu thereof, but Apes and Peacocks? Costly stuffs, silks and velvets, gold & silver laces, Feathers,
cc r-crq vvz p-acp n1 av, cc-acp ng1 cc n2? j n2, n2 cc n2, n1 cc n1 n2, n2,
(13) verse (DIV2)
812
Page 272
4727
& such like to yes, for giddie pated fooles, which within a few dayes wearing, must be cast off,
& such like to yes, for giddy pated Fools, which within a few days wearing, must be cast off,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
812
Page 272
4728
and giuen to some seruing man, or maid, and soone after become good for nothing, but to adorne a dung-hill.
and given to Some serving man, or maid, and soon After become good for nothing, but to adorn a dunghill.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
812
Page 272
4729
See then what a fruitfull mother of much wickednesse, Excessiue brauery is.
See then what a fruitful mother of much wickedness, Excessive bravery is.
n1 av q-crq dt j n1 pp-f d n1, j n1 vbz.
(13) verse (DIV2)
812
Page 272
4730
Let it therefore be auoyded of all such as beare any loue to themselues, or their Country.
Let it Therefore be avoided of all such as bear any love to themselves, or their Country.
vvb pn31 av vbi vvn pp-f d d c-acp vvi d n1 p-acp px32, cc po32 n1.
(13) verse (DIV2)
812
Page 272
4731
The last rule to be obserued, doth respect the End, and that must be; The last Rule to be observed, does respect the End, and that must be;
dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vdz vvi dt vvb, cc cst vmb vbi;
(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 272
4732
not the priding vp thy selfe, or to cause the eyes of others to be set vpon thee,
not the priding up thy self, or to cause the eyes of Others to be Set upon thee,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 272
4733
but Gods glory, while thou doest adorne his temple: see then that, that be thy chiefest ayme.
but God's glory, while thou dost adorn his temple: see then that, that be thy chiefest aim.
cc-acp ng1 n1, cs pns21 vd2 vvi po31 n1: vvb av d, cst vbb po21 js-jn n1.
(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 272
4734
And moreouer looke thou make a spirituall vse of the ornaments thou wearest.
And moreover look thou make a spiritual use of the Ornament thou wearest.
cc av vvb pns21 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pns21 vv2.
(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 272
4735
Remember the body is more worth then raiment, and the soule more worth then thy bodie:
remember the body is more worth then raiment, and the soul more worth then thy body:
np1 dt n1 vbz av-dc j cs n1, cc dt n1 av-dc j cs po21 n1:
(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4736
Affect not therefore the adorning of thy bodie, more then the adorning of thy minde; The Iewell is farre more worth then the cabinet wherein its kept:
Affect not Therefore the adorning of thy body, more then the adorning of thy mind; The Jewel is Far more worth then the cabinet wherein its kept:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4737
And the thing couered is more to bee respected, then the case that couers it.
And the thing covered is more to be respected, then the case that covers it.
cc dt n1 vvn vbz av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn, cs dt n1 cst vvz pn31.
(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4738
Againe, let the adorning of thy bodie put thee in minde, of thy shame & nakednesse, in respect of sinne.
Again, let the adorning of thy body put thee in mind, of thy shame & nakedness, in respect of sin.
av, vvb dt vvg pp-f po21 n1 vvi pno21 p-acp n1, pp-f po21 n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1.
(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4739
There is a wound, else what need a plaster? And these plasters though they be of silke or veluet, argue that vnder them are some loathsome sores, which being seene, would shame vs. Before man sinned, these ornaments would haue adorned him no more,
There is a wound, Else what need a plaster? And these plasters though they be of silk or velvet, argue that under them Are Some loathsome sores, which being seen, would shame us Before man sinned, these Ornament would have adorned him no more,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4740
then a silken case, a sweete rose;
then a silken case, a sweet rose;
cs dt j n1, dt j n1;
(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4741
but when his beautie became blemished by sinne, then was he driuen to seeke for ornaments, but when his beauty became blemished by sin, then was he driven to seek for Ornament,
cc-acp c-crq po31 n1 vvd vvn p-acp n1, av vbds pns31 vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2,
(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4742
and on his vncomely parts to put on more comelinesse, supplying naturall defects, with the helpes of art.
and on his uncomely parts to put on more comeliness, supplying natural defects, with the helps of art.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4743
Were this well considered, the best ornaments would bring rather cause of blushing then of boasting.
Were this well considered, the best Ornament would bring rather cause of blushing then of boasting.
vbdr d av vvn, dt js n2 vmd vvi av-c n1 pp-f vvg av pp-f vvg.
(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4744
Hath a Cripple, who hath lost his legge any cause to bragge of his woodden stump? Or a theefe any cause to boast of his bolts,
Hath a Cripple, who hath lost his leg any cause to brag of his wooden stump? Or a thief any cause to boast of his bolts,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4745
or glory in his brand and marke of fellony? What more cause haue we to bragge of ornament? This is that which indeed should humble vs as being a continuall testimonie of our sinne and shame.
or glory in his brand and mark of felony? What more cause have we to brag of ornament? This is that which indeed should humble us as being a continual testimony of our sin and shame.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4746
Let vs then vse them as a daily Monitor, to put vs in minde of our deformitie by sinne, for our further humbling.
Let us then use them as a daily Monitor, to put us in mind of our deformity by sin, for our further humbling.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4747
And thus haue we seene some speciall rules to be obserued in this particular of ornament, which being kept, we may safely and comfortably vse our libertie in this kind also.
And thus have we seen Some special rules to be observed in this particular of ornament, which being kept, we may safely and comfortably use our liberty in this kind also.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
813
Page 273
4748
But it may seeme, that ornament is vnlawfull, and may at no hand be vsed:
But it may seem, that ornament is unlawful, and may At no hand be used:
p-acp pn31 vmb vvi, cst n1 vbz j, cc vmb p-acp dx n1 vbb vvn:
(13) verse (DIV2)
814
Page 273
4749
For the Apostles, both Paul and Peter condemne all broydered hayre, gold, pearles, and other such like costly ornaments, as vnbeseeming Christians. I answere;
For the Apostles, both Paul and Peter condemn all broidered hair, gold, Pearls, and other such like costly Ornament, as unbeseeming Christians. I answer;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
814
Page 273
4750
neither Paul nor Peter doe simply condemne the things themselues, but the abuse of them: they being vsed by persons of low estate, and very mean condition:
neither Paul nor Peter do simply condemn the things themselves, but the abuse of them: they being used by Persons of low estate, and very mean condition:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
815
Page 273
4751
for of such in those dayes did the Church of God especially consist:
for of such in those days did the Church of God especially consist:
c-acp pp-f d p-acp d n2 vdd dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvi:
(13) verse (DIV2)
815
Page 274
4752
and therefore howsoeuer it were lawfull in it selfe, yet it was altogether vnbeseeming their estate, being in them little better then riot and excesse.
and Therefore howsoever it were lawful in it self, yet it was altogether unbeseeming their estate, being in them little better then riot and excess.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
815
Page 274
4753
And secondly, the Church was then vnder grieuous persecution:
And secondly, the Church was then under grievous persecution:
cc ord, dt n1 vbds av p-acp j n1:
(13) verse (DIV2)
816
Page 274
4754
Now at such times our ornament must be layd aside (as formerly we haue heard) that being a time of humiliation and mourning. And thirdly, I answere:
Now At such times our ornament must be laid aside (as formerly we have herd) that being a time of humiliation and mourning. And Thirdly, I answer:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
816
Page 274
4755
the words are rather an Admonition, then a Prohibition; he forbiddeth not the vsing of them,
the words Are rather an Admonition, then a Prohibition; he forbiddeth not the using of them,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
817
Page 274
4756
but admonisheth them that they would rather adorne the inside then the outside, and be more carefull of the mind, then of the bodie;
but Admonisheth them that they would rather adorn the inside then the outside, and be more careful of the mind, then of the body;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
817
Page 274
4757
And this euidently appeareth by the Antithesis, that is vsed in both places.
And this evidently appears by the Antithesis, that is used in both places.
cc d av-j vvz p-acp dt n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp d n2.
(13) verse (DIV2)
817
Page 274
4758
Not with broydered hayre (saith Paul ) [ But ] with good workes. Not that outward adorning (saith Peter ) [ But ] let it be the hidden man of the heart: Not with broidered hair (Says Paul) [ But ] with good works. Not that outward adorning (Says Peter) [ But ] let it be the hidden man of the heart:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
817
Page 274
4759
According to that saying of our Sauiour Christ; According to that saying of our Saviour christ;
vvg p-acp d n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1;
(13) verse (DIV2)
817
Page 274
4760
Labour not for the meate that perisheth, [ But ] for that which endureth to eternall life: Labour not for the meat that Perishes, [ But ] for that which Endureth to Eternal life:
vvb xx p-acp dt n1 cst vvz, [ cc-acp ] c-acp d r-crq vvz p-acp j n1:
(13) verse (DIV2)
817
Page 274
4761
the meaning is, not so much for one, as for the other, desire more the adorning of the mind, then of the bodie. the meaning is, not so much for one, as for the other, desire more the adorning of the mind, then of the body.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
817
Page 274
4762
Againe, some may demaund, whether it be lawfull to couer a deformitie in the bodie, Again, Some may demand, whither it be lawful to cover a deformity in the body,
av, d vmb vvi, cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1,
(13) verse (DIV2)
818
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or to mend the complexion, it being lesse beautifull then others is? for, seeing the bodie may be adorned with ornament, it may seeme that this also is tollerable.
or to mend the complexion, it being less beautiful then Others is? for, seeing the body may be adorned with ornament, it may seem that this also is tolerable.
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But thus is this Question answered;
But thus is this Question answered;
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A deformity may be couered, but a new forme may not be set vpon the face;
A deformity may be covered, but a new Form may not be Set upon the face;
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neither a new habit on the bodie.
neither a new habit on the body.
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The outward forme and fauour that man hath, is the worke of God himselfe, fitted and proportioned vnto man in his conception, by his speciall prouidence:
The outward Form and favour that man hath, is the work of God himself, fitted and proportioned unto man in his conception, by his special providence:
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Now to take in hand to mend this fauor, or proportion, that God hath giuen: what is it;
Now to take in hand to mend this favour, or proportion, that God hath given: what is it;
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but first highly to dishonour God, by presuming to adulterate his worke, taking vpon them to amend that which as they suppose he hath made amisse? yea, secretly they taxe him for want of wisdome,
but First highly to dishonour God, by presuming to adulterate his work, taking upon them to amend that which as they suppose he hath made amiss? yea, secretly they Tax him for want of Wisdom,
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when they thus goe about to correct, and make that better, which God before had made:
when they thus go about to correct, and make that better, which God before had made:
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and can the eternall God endure this?
and can the Eternal God endure this?
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Secondly, this is to lie to others, for they make themselues to be others then God hath made them:
Secondly, this is to lie to Others, for they make themselves to be Others then God hath made them:
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they speake in a reall language falsehood and deceit: a man may read a lie in their very foreheads.
they speak in a real language falsehood and deceit: a man may read a lie in their very foreheads.
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Their fauour is a lie, their beautie is a lie, &c. Is it like there is truth in the inward parts,
Their favour is a lie, their beauty is a lie, etc. Is it like there is truth in the inward parts,
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when they shew dissimulation in their faces?
when they show dissimulation in their faces?
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Thirdly, what is this but to be ashamed of themselues, and therefore being displeased with their owne colour and countenance, they come like players, masked,
Thirdly, what is this but to be ashamed of themselves, and Therefore being displeased with their own colour and countenance, they come like players, masked,
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and disguised? But art thou ashamed of that face that God hath made thee? then be thou assured, God will be ashamed of that face thou hast made thy selfe:
and disguised? But art thou ashamed of that face that God hath made thee? then be thou assured, God will be ashamed of that face thou hast made thy self:
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thy shamelesse disguising will bring it so to passe, that the Lord when he comes to Iudgement, will not acknowledge thee to be his creature.
thy shameless disguising will bring it so to pass, that the Lord when he comes to Judgement, will not acknowledge thee to be his creature.
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As for the defence that some doe make for this their sinne, viz. it is to please their husbands. It is fond and foolish.
As for the defence that Some do make for this their sin, viz. it is to please their Husbands. It is found and foolish.
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For first thou oughtest not to please man by displeasing God.
For First thou Ought not to please man by displeasing God.
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Secondly, it is but a delusion of the Diuell, in making thee beleeue, thy husband will loue thee the better for thy painted vizard: for indeed it is otherwise.
Secondly, it is but a delusion of the devil, in making thee believe, thy husband will love thee the better for thy painted vizard: for indeed it is otherwise.
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These artificiall supplies puts thy husband in minde of thy naturall defects; and this at length doth breed a greater loathing.
These artificial supplies puts thy husband in mind of thy natural defects; and this At length does breed a greater loathing.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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I would such as vse these sinfull courses would be more wise, and now at length renounce them:
I would such as use these sinful courses would be more wise, and now At length renounce them:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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for assuredly it will turne to bitternesse in the end. And let these remember, who was the first that vsed this plaistering, or painting:
for assuredly it will turn to bitterness in the end. And let these Remember, who was the First that used this plastering, or painting:
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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was it not Iezabel? and was not she an arrant whore. Let such as would be so accounted vse it, but no other.
was it not Jezebel? and was not she an arrant whore. Let such as would be so accounted use it, but no other.
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And thus much shall serue for this second vse, wherein we haue seene how to carry our selues in the vsing of this our liberty which God affords.
And thus much shall serve for this second use, wherein we have seen how to carry our selves in the using of this our liberty which God affords.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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We now come to a third, which is for Reprehension of many, who turne Gods grace into wantonnesse,
We now come to a third, which is for Reprehension of many, who turn God's grace into wantonness,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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and vse their liberty for an occasion to the flesh, as the Apostle speaketh.
and use their liberty for an occasion to the Flesh, as the Apostle speaks.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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How are the creatures abused to wantonnesse and vncleannesse, to excesse and ryot, and all vnder pretence of Christian liberty? How grosly doe we faile in the former rules;
How Are the creatures abused to wantonness and uncleanness, to excess and riot, and all under pretence of Christian liberty? How grossly do we fail in the former rules;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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both in our eating and drinking, and also in our dressing and adorning of our selues? and yet we thinke we doe but vse our liberty.
both in our eating and drinking, and also in our dressing and adorning of our selves? and yet we think we do but use our liberty.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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When God calleth to mourning and fasting, then are we feasting and reioycing, drinking and carowsing wine in bowles;
When God calls to mourning and fasting, then Are we feasting and rejoicing, drinking and carousing wine in bowls;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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and all vnder pretence of Christian liberty.
and all under pretence of Christian liberty.
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What excesse in feasting and banquetting, euery ordinarie Citizen excelling Cleopatra; spending as much at one sitting as would keepe twenty poore a whole yeare, (yea it may be, all their daies) with conuenient sustenance? What intemperancie in eating and drinking;
What excess in feasting and banqueting, every ordinary Citizen excelling Cleopatra; spending as much At one sitting as would keep twenty poor a Whole year, (yea it may be, all their days) with convenient sustenance? What intemperancy in eating and drinking;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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ouerthrowing and not preseruing nature, loading the stomack, oppressing the heart, and altogither disabling the whole man,
overthrowing and not preserving nature, loading the stomach, oppressing the heart, and altogether disabling the Whole man,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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for any dutie, either of our Generall or Speciall Calling? Let me tell you (and I tell it you with greife) wee are slaues to Epicurisme; and all Nations iustifie it.
for any duty, either of our General or Special Calling? Let me tell you (and I tell it you with grief) we Are slaves to Epicurism; and all nations justify it.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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For whereas the Africans thinke the Spaniards gluttons, and the Spaniards thinke so of the French, and the French thinke so of the German; yet herein they all agree, Africans, Spaniards, Frenchmen, Germans, and all other Nations, thinke so,
For whereas the Africans think the Spanish gluttons, and the Spanish think so of the French, and the French think so of the Germane; yet herein they all agree, Africans, Spanish, Frenchmen, Germanes, and all other nations, think so,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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and say so, of vs English. What litle respect is had, and how litle care is taken, in our feasting to redeeme our time by good and profitable talke,
and say so, of us English. What little respect is had, and how little care is taken, in our feasting to Redeem our time by good and profitable talk,
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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and holy meditations? The passage of three or foure houres is neuer felt at a feast;
and holy meditations? The passage of three or foure hours is never felt At a feast;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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when one howre at a Sermon is very tedious.
when one hour At a Sermon is very tedious.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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What vnsauoury speech, vngodly mirth, filthy songs, idle prattle, is to be heard at your tables? Zenophon and Plato thought it fit that mens speeches at meales should be written;
What unsavoury speech, ungodly mirth, filthy songs, idle prattle, is to be herd At your tables? Zenophon and Plato Thought it fit that men's Speeches At meals should be written;
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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so profitable was their talke in those times:
so profitable was their talk in those times:
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but if this should be in vse amongst vs, what strange volumes should we haue? The time is spent either in trifling talke,
but if this should be in use among us, what strange volumes should we have? The time is spent either in trifling talk,
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or in inviting others to eat, (when indeede we haue more neede of a bridle then of a spur, such is our corruption) let me tell you, these are spots in your feasts, and to your shame be it told you.
or in inviting Others to eat, (when indeed we have more need of a bridle then of a spur, such is our corruption) let me tell you, these Are spots in your feasts, and to your shame be it told you.
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God hath indeed giuen vs leaue to be merry, but marke the restriction, it must be In the Lord, and not against him.
God hath indeed given us leave to be merry, but mark the restriction, it must be In the Lord, and not against him.
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And thus we see our grosse failings in this particular, to the dishonour of God, And thus we see our gross failings in this particular, to the dishonour of God,
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and destruction of our owne soules, (except God be more mercifull) by abusing that liberty which God alloweth vs.
and destruction of our own Souls, (except God be more merciful) by abusing that liberty which God alloweth us
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And as in this, so in that other particular of ornament, doe we fault as fowly.
And as in this, so in that other particular of ornament, do we fault as foully.
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The Lord willeth his people of Israel, (as we formerly heard) to put off their ornaments from them, that he might know what to do vnto them;
The Lord wills his people of Israel, (as we formerly herd) to put off their Ornament from them, that he might know what to do unto them;
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that is, that he might spare them and not consume them in a moment, as he had before threatned:
that is, that he might spare them and not consume them in a moment, as he had before threatened:
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but our ornaments are neuer more vpon vs, then when Gods iudgements hang most ouer vs,
but our Ornament Are never more upon us, then when God's Judgments hang most over us,
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and are most likely to fall vpon our heads; so that wee may well feare the Lord knowes not what to do vnto vs;
and Are most likely to fallen upon our Heads; so that we may well Fear the Lord knows not what to do unto us;
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that is, he knoweth not how to spare vs, especially considering what strange and vnheard of fashions are in vse amōgst vs. The Lord hath threatned to punish the Princes and the Kings children, and all such as are clothed with strange apparell? how then can we escape? Our Land is as it were the Ape of all other Nations:
that is, he Knoweth not how to spare us, especially considering what strange and unheard of fashions Are in use amongst us The Lord hath threatened to Punish the Princes and the Kings children, and all such as Are clothed with strange apparel? how then can we escape? Our Land is as it were the Ape of all other nations:
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Surely, if the sinne and shame of all other Countries had not arriued in our Land, their garments should not be so welcome to vs, which are but couers of it.
Surely, if the sin and shame of all other Countries had not arrived in our Land, their garments should not be so welcome to us, which Are but covers of it.
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And further how can a man distinguish betweene sexes, degrees, or callings, by the habit? Pride hath so dazeled our eyes, that we mistake one anothers cloths.
And further how can a man distinguish between sexes, Degrees, or callings, by the habit? Pride hath so dazzled our eyes, that we mistake one another's clothes.
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Men are become Womannish, and Women, Mannish, both in Ornament and Complement: from the waste vpward they will be Men, and from thence downeward, we may coniecture they are Beast. And how ordinarie is it with our female sex, to put off the hat, Men Are become Womanish, and Women, Mannish, both in Ornament and Compliment: from the waste upward they will be Men, and from thence downward, we may conjecture they Are Beast. And how ordinary is it with our female sex, to put off the hat,
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and make the legg? (I speake what I haue seene, and is well knowne vnto you).
and make the leg? (I speak what I have seen, and is well known unto you).
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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And yet behold greater abominations that they doe. And yet behold greater abominations that they do.
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They haue taken vp the Barbers chaire, and that couering which God hath giuen them, they cut off.
They have taken up the Barbers chair, and that covering which God hath given them, they Cut off.
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(13) verse (DIV2)
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In the Apostles time it was held a great dishonour, for a woman to be shorne or shauen: but in our dayes it is counted, amongst our Gallants, a shame to weare that comely couering:
In the Apostles time it was held a great dishonour, for a woman to be shorn or shaven: but in our days it is counted, among our Gallants, a shame to wear that comely covering:
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Then it was a great dishonour for women to haue their heads vncouered; but now it makes for their credit,
Then it was a great dishonour for women to have their Heads uncovered; but now it makes for their credit,
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and their honour, (as they suppose.) I am greiued and ashamed to shew the world, the great abominations that are here committed;
and their honour, (as they suppose.) I am grieved and ashamed to show the world, the great abominations that Are Here committed;
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yet it is needfull to be knowne, that it may be lamented for. Let such as these consider that fearefull threatning;
yet it is needful to be known, that it may be lamented for. Let such as these Consider that fearful threatening;
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The Lord shall smite with a scab, the crowne of the head of such, and he will discouer their secret parts. The Lord shall smite with a scab, the crown of the head of such, and he will discover their secret parts.
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And it shall come to passe, that in stead of sweet smell there shall be stinke, And it shall come to pass, that in stead of sweet smell there shall be stink,
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and in stead of a girdle, a rent; and in stead of well-set haire, baldnesse;
and in stead of a girdle, a rend; and in stead of well-set hair, baldness;
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and in stead of a stomacher, a girding of sack-cloth, and burning in stead of beauty. and in stead of a stomacher, a girding of Sackcloth, and burning in stead of beauty.
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When no haire shall be left vpon their crownes, the Barbers paines shall then be spared.
When no hair shall be left upon their crowns, the Barbers pains shall then be spared.
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In a word, all sorts are confuted in their habits: no place, no calling, nor condition is respected or regarded: Gentlemen goe like Nobles; Citizens like Courtiers; the Countryman like the Citizen;
In a word, all sorts Are confuted in their habits: no place, no calling, nor condition is respected or regarded: Gentlemen go like Nobles; Citizens like Courtiers; the Countryman like the Citizen;
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the seruant will be attired as his master, the maide like vnto her mistresse: Salomons vanitie is come againe into the world;
the servant will be attired as his master, the maid like unto her mistress: Solomon's vanity is come again into the world;
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Seruants ride on horsebacke, and Masters goe on foote: Servants ride on horseback, and Masters go on foot:
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and so farre are we from that modest and comely attyring of our selues, which the Apostle doth require,
and so Far Are we from that modest and comely attiring of our selves, which the Apostle does require,
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as that the attire which many weare, better beseemeth strumpets then honest Matrons;
as that the attire which many wear, better beseems strumpets then honest Matrons;
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being neither fashioned to our bodies, nor made large enough to couer those naked parts, which both God and nature would haue couered:
being neither fashioned to our bodies, nor made large enough to cover those naked parts, which both God and nature would have covered:
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how iustly may the Lord fashion our bodies to our clothes, seeing we will not fashion our cloths vnto our bodies.
how justly may the Lord fashion our bodies to our clothes, seeing we will not fashion our clothes unto our bodies.
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And thus is our liberty abused, which God affordeth vs:
And thus is our liberty abused, which God affords us:
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for which this Land and Nation is like to smoake, vnlesse it please the Lord in mercy to looke vpon vs,
for which this Land and nation is like to smoke, unless it please the Lord in mercy to look upon us,
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and giue vs hearts to repent for these abominations, which are so rise amongst vs. You that feare the Lord call vpon his name;
and give us hearts to Repent for these abominations, which Are so rise among us You that Fear the Lord call upon his name;
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you that loue King and Country fall to mourning; for assuredly these sinnes cannot escape vnpunished, without there be an vniuersall humiliation and repentance.
you that love King and Country fallen to mourning; for assuredly these Sins cannot escape unpunished, without there be an universal humiliation and Repentance.
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And let vs eat and be merry ] Heere was cause of ioy on all sides:And let us eat and be merry ] Here was cause of joy on all sides:
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The father hath cause of ioy, who losing an vntoward sonne, now findes an obedient childe:
The father hath cause of joy, who losing an untoward son, now finds an obedient child:
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who findes him humbled, that went away obdurate and impenitent.
who finds him humbled, that went away obdurate and impenitent.
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The sonne himselfe hath cause of ioy, in finding so kinde a welcome, at his Fathers hands, whom he had so much wronged.
The son himself hath cause of joy, in finding so kind a welcome, At his Father's hands, whom he had so much wronged.
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And heere is cause of reioycing also for the houshold seruants, in that their Masters sonne was now found, who had been so long lost:
And Here is cause of rejoicing also for the household Servants, in that their Masters son was now found, who had been so long lost:
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Therfore (saith the Father) let vs cat and be merry; not doe Yee, for this my sonnes returne;
Therefore (Says the Father) let us cat and be merry; not doe Ye, for this my Sons return;
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or, doe Thou my son, for that thou art returned; but let Ʋs reioyce, let Vs bee merry;
or, do Thou my son, for that thou art returned; but let Ʋs rejoice, let Us be merry;
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for this, so blessed a returne and change.
for this, so blessed a return and change.
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The true turning of any soule from sinne, doth administer matter of exceeding great ioy and reioycing. The true turning of any soul from sin, does administer matter of exceeding great joy and rejoicing.
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This is declared in the two fore going parables.
This is declared in the two before going parables.
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First, in that of the lost sheepe, where wee see that the shepheard, when hee findes his sheepe, layeth it on his shoulder,
First, in that of the lost sheep, where we see that the shepherd, when he finds his sheep, Layeth it on his shoulder,
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and comming home, calleth his friends together, and wils them to reioyce, because hee had found the sheepe which was wanting.
and coming home, calls his Friends together, and wills them to rejoice, Because he had found the sheep which was wanting.
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Now heare how Christ applies this, I say vnto you, that likewise ioy shall bee in Heauen ouer one sinner that repenteth, more then ouer ninety and nine iust persons, which neede no repentance.
Now hear how christ Applies this, I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in Heaven over one sinner that Repenteth, more then over ninety and nine just Persons, which need no Repentance.
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So in that other parable of the lost groat, the poore woman lights a candle, sweepes the house, searcheth euery corner,
So in that other parable of the lost groat, the poor woman lights a candle, sweeps the house, Searches every corner,
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and when she hath found her groat, shee gathereth her neighbours together, saying, Reioyce with me, for I haue found the piece which I had lost. Heare now what followes;
and when she hath found her groat, she gathereth her neighbours together, saying, Rejoice with me, for I have found the piece which I had lost. Hear now what follows;
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Likewise, I say vnto you, there is ioy in the presence of the Angels of God, for one sinner that conuerteth. Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the Angels of God, for one sinner that Converts.
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As it causeth the Angels of Heauen to reioyce, so doth it likewise cause the Saints vpon the earth;
As it Causes the Angels of Heaven to rejoice, so does it likewise cause the Saints upon the earth;
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for when the Iewes heard of the conuersion of the Gentiles, and that the Holy Ghost was fallen vpon them,
for when the Iewes herd of the conversion of the Gentiles, and that the Holy Ghost was fallen upon them,
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as vpon themselues at the beginning: They held their peace (as the Text saith) and glorified God, saying;
as upon themselves At the beginning: They held their peace (as the Text Says) and glorified God, saying;
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Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance vnto life. Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted Repentance unto life.
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The reason is, because God is heereby glorified, and his Church and Kingdome is increased and aduanced: The reason is, Because God is hereby glorified, and his Church and Kingdom is increased and advanced:
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Now, as there is nothing that ought to be more grieuous to vs, then Gods dishonour,
Now, as there is nothing that ought to be more grievous to us, then God's dishonour,
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so nothing ought to reioyce our hearts more, then to see his praise set forth, and his name magnified.
so nothing ought to rejoice our hearts more, then to see his praise Set forth, and his name magnified.
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First then, this may serue to reprooue such as enuy and murmure at the conuersion of their brethren.
First then, this may serve to reprove such as envy and murmur At the conversion of their brothers.
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Thus did the Brother of this Prodigall (as heereafter we shall see) so did the Iewes stumble at the conuersion of the Gentiles, who had rather renounce the Gospell,
Thus did the Brother of this Prodigal (as hereafter we shall see) so did the Iewes Stumble At the conversion of the Gentiles, who had rather renounce the Gospel,
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then to receiue them into a fellowship of the same faith.
then to receive them into a fellowship of the same faith.
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Thus doe many peruersely and maliciously repine, at the bringing of their brethren into the estate of grace, wherat they ought especially to reioyce.
Thus do many perversely and maliciously repine, At the bringing of their brothers into the estate of grace, whereat they ought especially to rejoice.
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Yea farther, they mocke and persecute them for no other cause, but because they haue left their sins, & turned to the Lord. Yea farther, they mock and persecute them for no other cause, but Because they have left their Sins, & turned to the Lord.
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But let these know, that such as bee themselues conuerted, will reioyce at the conuersion of their brethren,
But let these know, that such as bee themselves converted, will rejoice At the conversion of their brothers,
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and let me wish them to take heed, how they murmure at the mercy of God, shewed in the conuersion of any,
and let me wish them to take heed, how they murmur At the mercy of God, showed in the conversion of any,
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for feare they depriue themselues for euer of it. Secondly, this should be as a forcible motiue, to make vs returne vnto the Lord:
for Fear they deprive themselves for ever of it. Secondly, this should be as a forcible motive, to make us return unto the Lord:
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Consider thou shalt reioyce both the heart of God and man by thy repentance; the Saints vpon the earth will reioyce and magnifie Gods name;
Consider thou shalt rejoice both the heart of God and man by thy Repentance; the Saints upon the earth will rejoice and magnify God's name;
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the Angels in heauen shall bee exceeding glad, and praise God for thee; yea, the thrice gloririous and blessed Trinity will also beare their parts in this reioycing.
the Angels in heaven shall be exceeding glad, and praise God for thee; yea, the thrice gloririous and blessed Trinity will also bear their parts in this rejoicing.
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The Father will reioyce, when thou (who art by nature the childe of wrath, and slaue of Satan) becommest his adopted sonne and heire of grace.
The Father will rejoice, when thou (who art by nature the child of wrath, and slave of Satan) becomest his adopted son and heir of grace.
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The Sonne also will be glad, because by thy repentance, his death and bloud shed becomes auailable vnto thee.
The Son also will be glad, Because by thy Repentance, his death and blood shed becomes available unto thee.
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The Holy Ghost likewise shall reioyce, because by repentance thy heart is purged, and made a fit temple for himselfe to dwell in.
The Holy Ghost likewise shall rejoice, Because by Repentance thy heart is purged, and made a fit temple for himself to dwell in.
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Oh what a notable spurre would this bee to true repentance, if it were well considered!
O what a notable spur would this be to true Repentance, if it were well considered!
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Consider of it thou, who as yet continuest in a course of sinne, thou shalt reioyce the hearts of God, Angels,
Consider of it thou, who as yet Continuest in a course of sin, thou shalt rejoice the hearts of God, Angels,
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and Men, if thou wilt repent.
and Men, if thou wilt Repent.
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And surely, if it will bring ioy to them, it will bring farre greater ioy vnto thy selfe in the end.
And surely, if it will bring joy to them, it will bring Far greater joy unto thy self in the end.
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It is thy good that causeth them to reioyce; for it concerneth not them so much as it concernes thy selfe.
It is thy good that Causes them to rejoice; for it concerns not them so much as it concerns thy self.
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Turne therefore from thy euill wayes, leaue and forsake thy former courses, thou shalt haue no cause of griefe for thy so doing.
Turn Therefore from thy evil ways, leave and forsake thy former courses, thou shalt have no cause of grief for thy so doing.
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The hearts of others thou wilt make glad, but thine owne soule shall finde the greatest comfort.
The hearts of Others thou wilt make glad, but thine own soul shall find the greatest Comfort.
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Thirdly, let this serue to exhort such as are conuerted, to vse all good meanes, for the conuersion of their brethren:
Thirdly, let this serve to exhort such as Are converted, to use all good means, for the conversion of their brothers:
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Seeke to gaine and winne them to the faith, and if they be gained, reioyce vnfainedly for Gods mercy towards them.
Seek to gain and win them to the faith, and if they be gained, rejoice unfeignedly for God's mercy towards them.
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Away with that same vncircumcised care of enuy, bee not offended for thy brothers good:
Away with that same uncircumcised care of envy, be not offended for thy Brother's good:
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but let it cause thee to breake forth into a praising of the name of God.
but let it cause thee to break forth into a praising of the name of God.
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VERSE 24. For this my sonne was dead, and is aliue: Againe, he was lost, but is found: VERSE 24. For this my son was dead, and is alive: Again, he was lost, but is found:
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and they began to be merrie.
and they began to be merry.
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AS the father made great ioy vpon his sonnes returne, so he had good reason mouing him thereunto:
AS the father made great joy upon his Sons return, so he had good reason moving him thereunto:
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His sonne was dead, but is now aliue; hee was lost, but is now found. And therefore, it well agreeth with his fatherly nature to be glad thereof.His son was dead, but is now alive; he was lost, but is now found. And Therefore, it well agreeth with his fatherly nature to be glad thereof.
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This reason doth expresse the two-fold estate of a Christian in this life.
This reason does express the twofold estate of a Christian in this life.
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First, it sheweth what they are by nature, while they liue in the estate of vnregeneracie, they are dead; and lost.
First, it shows what they Are by nature, while they live in the estate of unregeneracy, they Are dead; and lost.
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Secondly, wh•• they are by grace, in the estate of regeneracie, they are aliue; they are found. Was dead: Was aliue.
Secondly, wh•• they Are by grace, in the estate of regeneracie, they Are alive; they Are found. Was dead: Was alive.
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] There is a two-fold death: and a two-fold life:] There is a twofold death: and a twofold life:
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A two-fold death, the one is corporall, the other spirituall. Corporall, as when the life is departed out of the bodie,
A twofold death, the one is corporal, the other spiritual. Corporal, as when the life is departed out of the body,
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and it layed downe in the graue. Spirituall, which concernes the soule, and it is two-fold also.
and it laid down in the graven. Spiritual, which concerns the soul, and it is twofold also.
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First, a death in the present corruption of sinne; whereby in this life we deserue damnation:
First, a death in the present corruption of sin; whereby in this life we deserve damnation:
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thus was this Prodigal, and (with him) all others dead, Christ onely excepted.
thus was this Prodigal, and (with him) all Others dead, christ only excepted.
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Secondly, there is a death in the perpetuall condemnation for sinne, which is first inflicted vpon the soule, at the seperation from the bodie,
Secondly, there is a death in the perpetual condemnation for sin, which is First inflicted upon the soul, At the separation from the body,
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and at the last day, shall be layd both vpon the body and soule in a fearefull and full manner.
and At the last day, shall be laid both upon the body and soul in a fearful and full manner.
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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Now, answerable to this death, is life: Now, answerable to this death, is life:
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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There is a life Naturall, and a life Spirituall; a life of the bodie, and a life of the soule:
There is a life Natural, and a life Spiritual; a life of the body, and a life of the soul:
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The naturall life, is that which wee receiue from Adam by generation; this wee all haue.
The natural life, is that which we receive from Adam by generation; this we all have.
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Spirituall life is that which wee haue by the meanes of the second Adam; this is proper onely to the Elect, and it is also two-fold:
Spiritual life is that which we have by the means of the second Adam; this is proper only to the Elect, and it is also twofold:
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the first is the life of grace, which God vouchsafeth vs in this pilgrimage of ours.
the First is the life of grace, which God vouchsafeth us in this pilgrimage of ours.
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The other is the life of glorie, which shall be giuen vs in the life to come.
The other is the life of glory, which shall be given us in the life to come.
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It is the life of grace that is here meant, which this Prodigal and all other of God, elect doe liue, after their conuersion.
It is the life of grace that is Here meant, which this Prodigal and all other of God, elect do live, After their conversion.
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Now to come to the Instructions which doe hence arise, and first in that he is said to be dead before his conuersion, we learne, that euerie wicked and vnregenerated man is a dead man:
Now to come to the Instructions which do hence arise, and First in that he is said to be dead before his conversion, we Learn, that every wicked and unregenerated man is a dead man:
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He is starke dead, being vtterly destitute of the life of grace. This may be proued by our Sauiours speech to one of his Disciples:
He is stark dead, being utterly destitute of the life of grace. This may be proved by our Saviour's speech to one of his Disciples:
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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Let the dead burie the dead: Let the dead bury the dead:
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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that is, those who are dead in sinne (though otherwise aliue) burie those who are dead in bodie. So also in another place:
that is, those who Are dead in sin (though otherwise alive) bury those who Are dead in body. So also in Another place:
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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The houre is comming, and now is; The hour is coming, and now is;
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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when the dead shall heare the voyce of the sonne of God, and they that heare shall liue. when the dead shall hear the voice of the son of God, and they that hear shall live.
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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By this [ voyce ] is meant the Preaching of the Gospell, which the dead shall heare, that is, those that are dead in their sinnes and trespasses, being without all spiritual life as yet.
By this [ voice ] is meant the Preaching of the Gospel, which the dead shall hear, that is, those that Are dead in their Sins and Trespasses, being without all spiritual life as yet.
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The Apostle Paul doth notably confirme this in the second to the Ephesians: the words be these, You, hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins.
The Apostle Paul does notably confirm this in the second to the Ephesians: the words be these, You, hath he quickened, who were dead in Trespasses and Sins.
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And againe, in the same Chapter, verse 5. Euen when wee were dead in sinnes, hath quickened vs together with Christ.
And again, in the same Chapter, verse 5. Even when we were dead in Sins, hath quickened us together with christ.
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Thus doth he also say of the Widow that liueth in pleasure, that Shee is dead, though Shee liueth.
Thus does he also say of the Widow that lives in pleasure, that She is dead, though She lives.
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These places doe sufficiently confirme this truth. More might be brought if need were. The reason is plaine, because they want the spirit of grace, which doth onely quicken.
These places do sufficiently confirm this truth. More might be brought if need were. The reason is plain, Because they want the Spirit of grace, which does only quicken.
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Adam was not made a liuing man, vntill God breathed the breath of life into him, that made him stirre and walke.Adam was not made a living man, until God breathed the breath of life into him, that made him stir and walk.
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Before that, hee was onely as a picture of clay lying vpon the ground, hauing eyes that saw not, eares that heard not, a mouth that could not speake,
Before that, he was only as a picture of clay lying upon the ground, having eyes that saw not, ears that herd not, a Mouth that could not speak,
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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and feet that could not goe.
and feet that could not go.
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So vntill the spirit of grace be giuen, which onely giues life to the actions of men, they are but as carkases,
So until the Spirit of grace be given, which only gives life to the actions of men, they Are but as carcases,
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like vnto Christians, but indeed are not. Now let vs come to the application.
like unto Christians, but indeed Are not. Now let us come to the application.
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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And first, it might serue for the confutation of the Papist, who doth teach, that man hath power to prepare himselfe to receiue grace,
And First, it might serve for the confutation of the Papist, who does teach, that man hath power to prepare himself to receive grace,
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and hath abilitie to dispose himselfe to the worke of his regeneration.
and hath ability to dispose himself to the work of his regeneration.
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But doth not the Scripture tell vs that by nature wee are dead? not in a swond or sicke,
But does not the Scripture tell us that by nature we Are dead? not in a swond or sick,
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but dead, starke dead, as I haue formerly shewed.
but dead, stark dead, as I have formerly showed.
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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And what can such a one doe to his owne quickening? no, no, this cannot bee,
And what can such a one doe to his own quickening? no, no, this cannot be,
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for of our selues wee cannot moue to life, vntill God doe quicken vs by his Word and Spirit.
for of our selves we cannot move to life, until God do quicken us by his Word and Spirit.
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Secondly, let all wicked vnregenerate men take notice of their estate and be warned of their misery,
Secondly, let all wicked unregenerate men take notice of their estate and be warned of their misery,
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for they are but dead corpses, lying rotting in the graues of iniquitie: Being Cold, Senclesse, Heauie, and stinking, fitly resembling a corse in these foure things. Cold they are;
for they Are but dead corpses, lying rotting in the graves of iniquity: Being Cold, Senseless, Heavy, and stinking, fitly resembling a corpse in these foure things. Cold they Are;
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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for the powerfull heat of Gods holy Spirit is quenched in them, so that their preaching is cold, there praying is cold, there hearing is cold,
for the powerful heat of God's holy Spirit is quenched in them, so that their preaching is cold, there praying is cold, there hearing is cold,
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and all other good exercises they take in hand.
and all other good exercises they take in hand.
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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And so is it with there seeming graces, there Faith, Zeale, Loue, &c. All are key cold, noe warmth can be felt in them.
And so is it with there seeming graces, there Faith, Zeal, Love, etc. All Are key cold, no warmth can be felt in them.
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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As they are cold, so they are Senclesse, they can nether Heare, See, Smell, Tast, nor Touch. There Hearing is gon, cleane gon, They are like the deafe adder that cannot, nay, (which is worst of all) that will not heare the voice of the charmer, charme he neuer so wisely, there eares are heauie,
As they Are cold, so they Are Senseless, they can neither Hear, See, Smell, Taste, nor Touch. There Hearing is gone, clean gone, They Are like the deaf adder that cannot, nay, (which is worst of all) that will not hear the voice of the charmer, charm he never so wisely, there ears Are heavy,
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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yea vncircumcised, open to any that will speake, but refusing to heare the Lord calling.
yea uncircumcised, open to any that will speak, but refusing to hear the Lord calling.
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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As they are deafe, so also Blind: The God of this world hath couered there eies with a vaile,
As they Are deaf, so also Blind: The God of this world hath covered there eyes with a veil,
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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so that though they haue eies they see not saluation offered, nor the light of the Gospell shining vpon them;
so that though they have eyes they see not salvation offered, nor the Light of the Gospel shining upon them;
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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neither can they perceiue those things which are of God. Dumb they are also, hauing mouthes and speake not, to Gods glory or praise;
neither can they perceive those things which Are of God. Dumb they Are also, having mouths and speak not, to God's glory or praise;
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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They bend there tounges like there bowes for euill, but they haue no courage for the truth. They bend there tongues like there bows for evil, but they have no courage for the truth.
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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They are toung tyed when Gods name should be blessed, and when good talke is administred;
They Are tongue tied when God's name should be blessed, and when good talk is administered;
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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but freedome of speech they haue to blaspheme his sacred and glorious name. There smelling is cleane gon;
but freedom of speech they have to Blaspheme his sacred and glorious name. There smelling is clean gone;
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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they feele not the sauour of Christs oyntments, for the which the virgins runne after him, neither of his garments which smel of Myrrhe & Cassia; the word it selfe the Gospell of grace vnto them is a sauour of death, they smell no other thing in it. Miserable men!
they feel not the savour of Christ ointments, for the which the Virgins run After him, neither of his garments which Smell of Myrrh & Cassia; the word it self the Gospel of grace unto them is a savour of death, they smell no other thing in it. Miserable men!
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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who being after the flesh sauour only the things of the flesh. There Tast is cleane gon;
who being After the Flesh savour only the things of the Flesh. There Taste is clean gone;
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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they know not the sweetnesse of Gods mercy, nor the sauing grace of Christ in the Gospell, they haue not tasted how good and gratious the Lord is, or if they haue tasted of his mercies it hath bin but with the tip of the tounge they haue neuer digested.
they know not the sweetness of God's mercy, nor the Saving grace of christ in the Gospel, they have not tasted how good and gracious the Lord is, or if they have tasted of his Mercies it hath been but with the tip of the tongue they have never digested.
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(14) verse (DIV2)
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As they tast not so (lastly) they Touch not; They beleeue not in the sonne of God:
As they taste not so (lastly) they Touch not; They believe not in the son of God:
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they do not so touch him by faith as to draw virtue out of him, they do not so beleeue in him, they do not so touch him by faith as to draw virtue out of him, they do not so believe in him,
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as that in beleeuing they might get eternall life through his holy name. Iohn. 20.31.
as that in believing they might get Eternal life through his holy name. John. 20.31.
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Thus we see how blockish and sencelesse euery wicked man is fitly resembling a corse in that respect.
Thus we see how blockish and senseless every wicked man is fitly resembling a corpse in that respect.
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As they are sencelesse so in the third place they are Heauie, as a dead corps is:
As they Are senseless so in the third place they Are Heavy, as a dead corpse is:
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yea so heauy as the earth groanes to beare them, and reeles to and fro like a drunkard, their transgressions lye so heauie vpon it. yea so heavy as the earth groans to bear them, and reels to and from like a drunkard, their transgressions lie so heavy upon it.
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So heauy are these dead corpses as that she is not able to vndergoe the burden but hath bin faine to open her mouth,
So heavy Are these dead corpses as that she is not able to undergo the burden but hath been feign to open her Mouth,
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and receiue some into her belly, as we see in the example of Korah, Dathan, and Abyram: What doe I speake of the earth,
and receive Some into her belly, as we see in the Exampl of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram: What do I speak of the earth,
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when the creator of heauen and earth, euen God himselfe, mighty and strong is wearied with bearing, and is pressed vnder this burden,
when the creator of heaven and earth, even God himself, mighty and strong is wearied with bearing, and is pressed under this burden,
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as a cart is pressed that is full of sheaues? No maruaile then, wickednesse is compared to a tallent of lead seeing it bringeth with it such a load.as a cart is pressed that is full of sheaves? No marvel then, wickedness is compared to a talent of led seeing it brings with it such a load.
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Lastly they are stinking: Looke as a carkasse, sends forth a filthy sauour after a while lying,
Lastly they Are stinking: Look as a carcase, sends forth a filthy savour After a while lying,
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so is it with the wicked.
so is it with the wicked.
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They are loathsome in the nostrils of God and men; (notwithstanding all their outward ornaments and odours, which are but as flowers vpon a dead corps that cannot make the carkasse sweeter,
They Are loathsome in the nostrils of God and men; (notwithstanding all their outward Ornament and odours, which Are but as flowers upon a dead corpse that cannot make the carcase Sweeten,
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nor better.) Their prayers are stinking, their preaching stinking; and euery other spirituall exercise, filthy, vnsauoury, and vncleane:
nor better.) Their Prayers Are stinking, their preaching stinking; and every other spiritual exercise, filthy, unsavoury, and unclean:
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yea, their very throats are open sepulchers: their words and breath is loathsome and odious. Thus you haue seene what a cold, sencelesse, heauie, stinking corse euery wicked man is.
yea, their very throats Are open sepulchers: their words and breath is loathsome and odious. Thus you have seen what a cold, senseless, heavy, stinking corpse every wicked man is.
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The God of heauen open your eyes, that it doth espespecially concerne, that you may see it,
The God of heaven open your eyes, that it does espespecially concern, that you may see it,
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and labour to be freed from it.
and labour to be freed from it.
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Thou that hearest this, art thou one that hast liued all thy time, without remorse for sinne,
Thou that Hearst this, art thou one that hast lived all thy time, without remorse for sin,
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and neuer yet reformed thy life? be warned then of thy misery, thou art dead, dead I say in the present corruption of sinne:
and never yet reformed thy life? be warned then of thy misery, thou art dead, dead I say in the present corruption of sin:
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Dead also in that thou art liable to eternall condemnation for sinne.
Dead also in that thou art liable to Eternal condemnation for sin.
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Thy best workes are but dead workes, such workes as tend to death, and will in the end bring death without Repentance.
Thy best works Are but dead works, such works as tend to death, and will in the end bring death without Repentance.
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Deceiue not thy selfe then in regard of thy present estate, though thou beest aliue in the flesh,
Deceive not thy self then in regard of thy present estate, though thou Best alive in the Flesh,
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yet thou art dead to the Lord, and though thou perfumest thy bodie, and bedeekest it with ornaments;
yet thou art dead to the Lord, and though thou perfumest thy body, and bedeekest it with Ornament;
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yet know thou perfumest but a peece of carion, and all thou canst do, cannot possibly keepe it from putrifaction, and rottennesse.
yet know thou perfumest but a piece of carrion, and all thou Canst do, cannot possibly keep it from putrefaction, and rottenness.
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Awake, awake therefore thou that sleepest, stand vp from the dead, and Christ shall giue thee light. Awake, awake Therefore thou that Sleepest, stand up from the dead, and christ shall give thee Light.
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Christ in his word doth instantly call vpon you all: young man, arise; damosell, arise; Lazarus arise;
christ in his word does instantly call upon you all: young man, arise; damosel, arise; Lazarus arise;
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wherefore I beseech you, sit vp and speake, lie no longer rotting in the graues of iniquitie,
Wherefore I beseech you, fit up and speak, lie no longer rotting in the graves of iniquity,
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but now you heare the trumpet of the Gospell, the voyce of Christ sounding in your eares, rise vp and walke.
but now you hear the trumpet of the Gospel, the voice of christ sounding in your ears, rise up and walk.
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In the third place, seeing that men are by nature dead, vtterly depriued of all life of grace; In the third place, seeing that men Are by nature dead, utterly deprived of all life of grace;
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See then the reason, first, why there are so many stinking smels, and pestiferous sauours in euery place:
See then the reason, First, why there Are so many stinking smells, and pestiferous savours in every place:
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so many blasphemous oaths vsed in euery house, shop and market, so much villanie practised in euery corner of our streets:
so many blasphemous Oaths used in every house, shop and market, so much villainy practised in every corner of our streets:
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here is the reason the world is ful of dead corpses, that stink aboue ground;
Here is the reason the world is full of dead corpses, that stink above ground;
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not a house wherein there is not one dead, nay, hardly a house wherein there is one aliue.
not a house wherein there is not one dead, nay, hardly a house wherein there is one alive.
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Secondly, why the word is preached with so little profit, alas! men are dead, we speake to deafe adders, to dead soules. Secondly, why the word is preached with so little profit, alas! men Are dead, we speak to deaf Adders, to dead Souls.
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As good blow a trumpet in a dead mans care, as sing of mercie or iudgement vnto them, till God reuiue them;
As good blow a trumpet in a dead men care, as sing of mercy or judgement unto them, till God revive them;
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they are dead, therefore they depart from the word vntouched. Thirdly, why there is no more complaining of the weight of sinne;
they Are dead, Therefore they depart from the word untouched. Thirdly, why there is no more complaining of the weight of sin;
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no more groning vnder that which makes the very earth to grone, but many doe also easily beare it,
no more groaning under that which makes the very earth to groan, but many do also Easily bear it,
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as Sampson did the gates of the Cittie, their backes neuer complaining of the load; here is the reason of it, men are dead.
as Sampson did the gates of the city, their backs never complaining of the load; Here is the reason of it, men Are dead.
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Lay a mountaine on a dead man he will neuer grone, nor complaine:
Lay a mountain on a dead man he will never groan, nor complain:
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so though they lie vnder the burden of Adams transgression, vnder the weight of their own corruption, vnder the wrath of God, which is due debt for their sinnes and transgressions;
so though they lie under the burden of Adams Transgression, under the weight of their own corruption, under the wrath of God, which is due debt for their Sins and transgressions;
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all which are heauier then all the grauell on the earth, or sand on the Sea shore,
all which Are Heavier then all the gravel on the earth, or sand on the Sea shore,
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yet for as much as they are without the life of grace, they cannot haue a sence and feeling of it.
yet for as much as they Are without the life of grace, they cannot have a sense and feeling of it.
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This burden must be felt by grace, and not by corruption;
This burden must be felt by grace, and not by corruption;
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It is a spirituall burden, no maruell then if those that are flesh, destitute of the spirit, feele it not.
It is a spiritual burden, no marvel then if those that Are Flesh, destitute of the Spirit, feel it not.
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And lastly, would you know the reason why so many wicked men goe out of this world,
And lastly, would you know the reason why so many wicked men go out of this world,
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like Lambes, and die so quietly, insomuch, that they are thought to be the onely beloued of God,
like Lambs, and die so quietly, insomuch, that they Are Thought to be the only Beloved of God,
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and in a happie and blessed estate and condition? why this is it, they were dead before:
and in a happy and blessed estate and condition? why this is it, they were dead before:
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They die quietly, because they die sencelesly. True it is, God doth very often lay terrors vpon the flesh of wicked men,
They die quietly, Because they die senselessly. True it is, God does very often lay terrors upon the Flesh of wicked men,
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and suffer their consciences, like a madde dog to flie in their faces, but if God should let them alone, the most in the world would die in a wretched sencelesnesse,
and suffer their Consciences, like a mad dog to fly in their faces, but if God should let them alone, the most in the world would die in a wretched Senselessness,
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and so seeme to goe away like lambes, not thinking or considering of what will afterwardes befall them.
and so seem to go away like Lambs, not thinking or considering of what will afterwards befall them.
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A fourth vse of this doctrine, may be for humiliation, for are we dead by nature? then surely of our selues wee haue no abilitie,
A fourth use of this Doctrine, may be for humiliation, for Are we dead by nature? then surely of our selves we have no ability,
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as of our selues, to any thing that good is;
as of our selves, to any thing that good is;
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we cannot mooue our selues to any thing that is truely acceptable in the sight of God:
we cannot move our selves to any thing that is truly acceptable in the sighed of God:
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our minds are blind, impotent, vaine, foolish: the memory is feeble, apt to forget good our consciences they are impure, benummed, erronious, and superstitious, or doubting: our minds Are blind, impotent, vain, foolish: the memory is feeble, apt to forget good our Consciences they Are impure, benumbed, erroneous, and superstitious, or doubting:
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the will, that is vnable to chuse good, strong to euill, yea, altogether auerse and rebellious:
the will, that is unable to choose good, strong to evil, yea, altogether averse and rebellious:
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no good so truely good, but it abhorres it, no euill so extreamely wicked, but it hath an enclineablenes to embrace it;
no good so truly good, but it abhors it, no evil so extremely wicked, but it hath an enclineablenes to embrace it;
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no seruant so readie to do his masters will as it is to doe the workes of the Deuill;
no servant so ready to do his Masters will as it is to do the works of the devil;
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no rebell so desperately set against his lawfull soueraigne, as it, against the Lord. And all our affections are vnruly, and disordered.
no rebel so desperately Set against his lawful sovereign, as it, against the Lord. And all our affections Are unruly, and disordered.
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As for the members of our bodies, they are instruments to execute sinne conceiued, as the Apostle doth euidently declare.
As for the members of our bodies, they Are Instruments to execute sin conceived, as the Apostle does evidently declare.
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Our throat, it is an open sepulcher; our tongues are giuen to deceit;
Our throat, it is an open sepulcher; our tongues Are given to deceit;
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the poyson of Asps is vnder our lips: our mouths are full of cursing, and bitternesse;
the poison of Asps is under our lips: our mouths Are full of cursing, and bitterness;
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our feete are swift for the shedding of bloud: Destruction and misery are in all our wayes:
our feet Are swift for the shedding of blood: Destruction and misery Are in all our ways:
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and there is no feare of God before our eyes; behold thy naturall estate and condition, see what matter that will affoord of boasting.
and there is no Fear of God before our eyes; behold thy natural estate and condition, see what matter that will afford of boasting.
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What though thou hast many excellent parts, gifts, and graces, bestowed vpon thee, yet take heed thou beest not puffed vp with pride,
What though thou hast many excellent parts, Gifts, and graces, bestowed upon thee, yet take heed thou Best not puffed up with pride,
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or vaine glory? looke thou vnto the rocke whence thou wert hewne, and that will afford matter enough for thy humiliation;
or vain glory? look thou unto the rock whence thou Wertenberg hewed, and that will afford matter enough for thy humiliation;
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and of being vile in thy owne iudgement. And now in the last place, seeing wicked men are dead men;
and of being vile in thy own judgement. And now in the last place, seeing wicked men Are dead men;
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being cold, sencelesse, heauie, and as stinking carion, let vs then auoid their companies: Take no pleasure in conuersing with them.
being cold, senseless, heavy, and as stinking carrion, let us then avoid their companies: Take no pleasure in conversing with them.
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He that keepes company with these, may fitly be compared to those spirits that haunted the graues.
He that keeps company with these, may fitly be compared to those spirits that haunted the graves.
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What hath the liuing to doe amongst the dead? As thou therefore hopest to be separated from them at the day of Iudgement, see thou now separatest from them in this world,
What hath the living to do among the dead? As thou Therefore hopest to be separated from them At the day of Judgement, see thou now separatest from them in this world,
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if not in conuersation (for this cannot be) yet in regard of loue and affection,
if not in Conversation (for this cannot be) yet in regard of love and affection,
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for that may, yea, must be.
for that may, yea, must be.
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And is now aliue. ] That is, he is quickened by Gods blessed spirit, and enabled in some measure, to liue the life of grace. And is now alive. ] That is, he is quickened by God's blessed Spirit, and enabled in Some measure, to live the life of grace.
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The obseruation hence may be this;
The observation hence may be this;
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He onely may be said to liue, that liues the life of grace, and no other: They onely are liuing men, that haue their soules quickned by Gods blessed spirit; He only may be said to live, that lives the life of grace, and no other: They only Are living men, that have their Souls quickened by God's blessed Spirit;
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As for life of any other kind, it is but a shadow of life, and not worthie the name of life indeed.
As for life of any other kind, it is but a shadow of life, and not worthy the name of life indeed.
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Were this life, to grow well, waxe strong, then would the trees of the field excell man, which from little plants, grow at last to be strong & excellent Okes;
Were this life, to grow well, wax strong, then would the trees of the field excel man, which from little plants, grow At last to be strong & excellent Oaks;
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Or were this the onely life, to see, heare, smell, or the like;
Or were this the only life, to see, hear, smell, or the like;
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In this the very beasts of the field would excell man, who goe beyond him in these naturall faculties;
In this the very beasts of the field would excel man, who go beyond him in these natural faculties;
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as the Dog in smelling, the Hart in hearing, the Ape in tasting, the Eagle in seeing, with many more.
as the Dog in smelling, the Heart in hearing, the Ape in tasting, the Eagl in seeing, with many more.
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Or if we glory in this? that we liue the life of reason, then how many Philosophers haue excelled man herein? So then it is not the vegetatine life, wherin trees excell men,
Or if we glory in this? that we live the life of reason, then how many Philosophers have excelled man herein? So then it is not the vegetatine life, wherein trees excel men,
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nor the sensitiue, which beasts haue better then we;
nor the sensitive, which beasts have better then we;
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nor yet the reasonable life, which reprobates haue as well as we, but it is the life of grace, which is the life of a Christian,
nor yet the reasonable life, which Reprobates have as well as we, but it is the life of grace, which is the life of a Christian,
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& which deserues to be counted life, all other are not worthy of the name.
& which deserves to be counted life, all other Are not worthy of the name.
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This life is that onely that makes vs liue, without which our whole life is but a death:
This life is that only that makes us live, without which our Whole life is but a death:
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hence is it that the Apostle sayth, we are quickned, so soone as grace doth appeare,
hence is it that the Apostle say, we Are quickened, so soon as grace does appear,
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before which time we were but dead, as formerly we haue heard, and speaking of himselfe, hee sayth;
before which time we were but dead, as formerly we have herd, and speaking of himself, he say;
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I liue, yet not I now, but Christ liueth in me, he esteemeth this a life, and no other.I live, yet not I now, but christ lives in me, he esteems this a life, and no other.
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Let this then teach vs throughly to examine our selues, whether as yet we liue this life of grace.
Let this then teach us thoroughly to examine our selves, whither as yet we live this life of grace.
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Would we know whether we be aliue or dead? then make a tryall whether thy soule be quickned by Gods blessed spirit,
Would we know whither we be alive or dead? then make a trial whither thy soul be quickened by God's blessed Spirit,
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yea, or no, and whether thou liuest the life of God. Now this may be discerned by the properties of life, and they are these;
yea, or no, and whither thou Livest the life of God. Now this may be discerned by the properties of life, and they Are these;
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First, life is stirring, it is not without some motion, it is actiue, and euer doing.
First, life is stirring, it is not without Some motion, it is active, and ever doing.
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So, where there is any life of grace, there will be spirituall action, and a practise of godlinesse in the life and conuersation.
So, where there is any life of grace, there will be spiritual actium, and a practice of godliness in the life and Conversation.
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The eyes will be directed towards the holy one of Israell: And as the eyes of a seruant looke to the hands of his master,
The eyes will be directed towards the holy one of Israel: And as the eyes of a servant look to the hands of his master,
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so will thy eyes looke vp vnto the Lord, till hee haue mercie vpon thee. so will thy eyes look up unto the Lord, till he have mercy upon thee.
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Thou wilt cause thine eare also to heare Wisedome, yea, thou wilt encline them to heare her counsell, that thou mayst be wise in the latter end.
Thou wilt cause thine ear also to hear Wisdom, yea, thou wilt incline them to hear her counsel, that thou Mayest be wise in the latter end.
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With thy mouth thou wilt declare the praises of the Lord from generation to generation, and wilt not conceale his truth from the great Congregation: With thy Mouth thou wilt declare the praises of the Lord from generation to generation, and wilt not conceal his truth from the great Congregation:
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But with thy tongue thou wilt spread abroad knowledge, and vtter the words of grace, and cause thy lips to feed many. But with thy tongue thou wilt spread abroad knowledge, and utter the words of grace, and cause thy lips to feed many.
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Thy hands thou wilt wash in innocencie, and suffer no blot to cleaue vnto them; Then wilt thou lift them vp with thy heart vnto God in the heauens;
Thy hands thou wilt wash in innocence, and suffer no blot to cleave unto them; Then wilt thou lift them up with thy heart unto God in the heavens;
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thou wilt lift them vp in the Sanctuary, and blesse the Lord;
thou wilt lift them up in the Sanctuary, and bless the Lord;
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Thou wilt also strengthen them to doe good, and by them minister to the necessities of the Saints.
Thou wilt also strengthen them to do good, and by them minister to the necessities of the Saints.
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Thy knees thou wilt bow vnto God, the Father of our Lord Iesus Christ: Thy knees thou wilt bow unto God, the Father of our Lord Iesus christ:
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And thy feet shall delight to stand within the gates of Ierusalem; Straight steppes wilt thou make with them,
And thy feet shall delight to stand within the gates of Ierusalem; Straight steps wilt thou make with them,
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lest that which is halting be turned out of the way.
lest that which is halting be turned out of the Way.
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In a word, euery member will be made as a weapon of righteousnesse, to serue the liuing God.
In a word, every member will be made as a weapon of righteousness, to serve the living God.
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Eyes, eares, tongue, hands, feete, all will be in motion, and not idle.Eyes, ears, tongue, hands, feet, all will be in motion, and not idle.
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Try then your selues, by this first propertie, is it thus with thee? Art thou employed in Gods seruice, dost thou find grace actiue,
Try then your selves, by this First property, is it thus with thee? Art thou employed in God's service, dost thou find grace active,
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and stirring in thee? surely then it is a good signe of life:
and stirring in thee? surely then it is a good Signen of life:
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but if it be so, that there is no spirituall motion, it is an euident signe of the want hereof.
but if it be so, that there is no spiritual motion, it is an evident Signen of the want hereof.
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An image made by mans art, may liuely represent a man hauing eyes, and eares, nose, and mouth, as man hath;
an image made by men art, may lively represent a man having eyes, and ears, nose, and Mouth, as man hath;
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yet I know, for all that it hath no life in it, because it stands still, and stirs not:
yet I know, for all that it hath no life in it, Because it Stands still, and stirs not:
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So, if I see a professor, without practise in his life, I must needs thinke he is an Idoll; And assuredly what euer they seeme in the eyes of men, they are in the eyes of God,
So, if I see a professor, without practice in his life, I must needs think he is an Idol; And assuredly what ever they seem in the eyes of men, they Are in the eyes of God,
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but as the carkases of Christians.
but as the carcases of Christians.
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Without this spirituall disposition to spirituall exercises, pretend what thou wilt, thou art but the Image of a Christian, looking somewhat like him,
Without this spiritual disposition to spiritual exercises, pretend what thou wilt, thou art but the Image of a Christian, looking somewhat like him,
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but not quickned by his life. A second propertie of life is this; It will euer seeke it owne preseruation:
but not quickened by his life. A second property of life is this; It will ever seek it own preservation:
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The new borne babe, by crying begs helpe presently, so soone as it is borne: And the young ones of bruites, run to the teat of their dames:
The new born babe, by crying begs help presently, so soon as it is born: And the young ones of bruits, run to the teat of their dams:
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Thus it is with such as liue this life of grace, they hunger and thirst for the food of their soules, and as new borne babes desire the sincere milke of the word, that they may grow thereby, as S. Peter teacheth vs. Their desire is to be feeding, that they may be growing,
Thus it is with such as live this life of grace, they hunger and thirst for the food of their Souls, and as new born babes desire the sincere milk of the word, that they may grow thereby, as S. Peter Teaches us Their desire is to be feeding, that they may be growing,
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and they are much grieued, when this food is wanting, because the growth of grace must needs be hindered.
and they Are much grieved, when this food is wanting, Because the growth of grace must needs be hindered.
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Examine thy selfe, is it thus with thee, doest thou desire after the food of thy soule? and follow hard the market, to prouide for the preseruation of the same? If it be so, it is well, it is a great signe of grace:
Examine thy self, is it thus with thee, dost thou desire After the food of thy soul? and follow hard the market, to provide for the preservation of the same? If it be so, it is well, it is a great Signen of grace:
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but if it be otherwise, that thou hast no care hereof, despising or neglecting the ordinances of God, which he hath ordained for the good of thy soule, it is a sure signe thou wantest this life we speake of.
but if it be otherwise, that thou hast no care hereof, despising or neglecting the ordinances of God, which he hath ordained for the good of thy soul, it is a sure Signen thou Wantest this life we speak of.
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A third propertie is constantly to seeke it.
A third property is constantly to seek it.
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Life doth not onely seeke it owne preseruation, but it seeks it daily, constantly, & continually, Life does not only seek it own preservation, but it seeks it daily, constantly, & continually,
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so long as it hath any being.
so long as it hath any being.
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The yong infant doth almost nothing else but suck and sleepe, then cry for the breast againe:
The young infant does almost nothing Else but suck and sleep, then cry for the breast again:
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and so any other creature, doth daily seeke for foode:
and so any other creature, does daily seek for food:
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The young lyons roare after their prey, and all other creatures waite vpon the Lord, that he may giue them their meat in due season.
The young lyons roar After their prey, and all other creatures wait upon the Lord, that he may give them their meat in due season.
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Thus is it with them that liue this life of grace; there is a daily seeking after foode for the preseruing of it;
Thus is it with them that live this life of grace; there is a daily seeking After food for the preserving of it;
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a daily vsing of the meanes, as prayer, reading, meditation, and the like. Thus it is said of the blessed man;
a daily using of the means, as prayer, reading, meditation, and the like. Thus it is said of the blessed man;
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In Gods law he doth exercise himselfe both day and night. Many examples might be brought for proofe of this. In God's law he does exercise himself both day and night. Many Examples might be brought for proof of this.
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Iob rose vp early to offer sacrifice: this did Iob continually. It was Daniels practise to pray three times a day. Job rose up early to offer sacrifice: this did Job continually. It was Daniel's practise to pray three times a day.
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And Dauids, Euening, morning, and at noone-tide will I pray vnto thee: yea we may heare him speaking of seauen times a day praising of the Lord. And David, Evening, morning, and At noontide will I pray unto thee: yea we may hear him speaking of seauen times a day praising of the Lord.
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And indeed there are but few duties of Religion, for which we haue not the example of some Saint for the daily performance thereof.
And indeed there Are but few duties of Religion, for which we have not the Exampl of Some Saint for the daily performance thereof.
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Let this be well considered of such as heare and read and pray by fitts and starts,
Let this be well considered of such as hear and read and pray by fitts and starts,
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now and then, as it were vpon raynie dayes. Alas! thousands there are in the world, who read not, pray not from Sabboth to Sabboth, nay nor then neither.
now and then, as it were upon rainy days. Alas! thousands there Are in the world, who read not, pray not from Sabbath to Sabbath, nay nor then neither.
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Haue these any life of grace in them? Sure I am, naturall life must be daily fed, and shall be too;
Have these any life of grace in them? Sure I am, natural life must be daily fed, and shall be too;
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and is there not as much neede for the spirituall? Be it therefore knowne vnto thee,
and is there not as much need for the spiritual? Be it Therefore known unto thee,
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and certified to thy soule, that thou deceiuest thy selfe, in thinking thou liuest the life of a Christian,
and certified to thy soul, that thou deceivest thy self, in thinking thou Livest the life of a Christian,
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when there is no care had to a daily performance of the exercises belonging to a Christian.
when there is no care had to a daily performance of the exercises belonging to a Christian.
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A fourth propertie of life is this, it is sensible of whatsoeuer is an enemie vnto it, & doth resist it. A fourth property of life is this, it is sensible of whatsoever is an enemy unto it, & does resist it.
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The more life, the greater sense; and the greater sense, the more resistance.
The more life, the greater sense; and the greater sense, the more resistance.
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Thus is it with such as liue this life of grace, corruptions are felt and fought against;
Thus is it with such as live this life of grace, corruptions Are felt and fought against;
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the spirit lusts against the flesh, and the flesh against the spirit; and these are contrary the one to the other. the Spirit Lustiest against the Flesh, and the Flesh against the Spirit; and these Are contrary the one to the other.
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Thus was it with Paul, he felt his corruptions, which caused him to sigh and groane vnder the weight of them.
Thus was it with Paul, he felt his corruptions, which caused him to sighs and groan under the weight of them.
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I haue (saith he) a law in my members warring against the law of my minde, and bringing mee into captiuitie to the law of sinne: I have (Says he) a law in my members warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin:
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now this sense of sinne caused him to breake forth into this complaint, O wretched man that I am, who shall deliuer me from the bodie of this death? Thus was he sensible of the opposition, which was made by sinne, against that life and power of grace which was in him:
now this sense of sin caused him to break forth into this complaint, Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from the body of this death? Thus was he sensible of the opposition, which was made by sin, against that life and power of grace which was in him:
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and as he felt it, so did he warre and combat against it; he did resist those rebellious lusts, and set himselfe against them with all his force.
and as he felt it, so did he war and combat against it; he did resist those rebellious Lustiest, and Set himself against them with all his force.
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Examine then thy selfe by this:
Examine then thy self by this:
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Doest thou feele thy corruptions, and striue against them? Art thou sensible of the working of sinne in thy selfe,
Dost thou feel thy corruptions, and strive against them? Art thou sensible of the working of sin in thy self,
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and how it opposeth the life of grace that is in thee? Doest thou feele vnbeleefe opposing thy faith? Dulnesse and deadnesse, thy delight in Gods seruice? And doest thou struggle and striue against each of these,
and how it Opposeth the life of grace that is in thee? Dost thou feel unbelief opposing thy faith? Dulness and deadness, thy delight in God's service? And dost thou struggle and strive against each of these,
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as the powers of life naturall, doth against a disease? Why then this is an euident signe of spirituall life;
as the Powers of life natural, does against a disease? Why then this is an evident Signen of spiritual life;
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a sure testimonie of the Spirit of Grace.
a sure testimony of the Spirit of Grace.
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But is it otherwise with thee? hast thou no sense nor feeling of the power of sinne? makest thou no complaints against thy sinfull corruptions? Is there no resisting nor opposing of thy rebellious lusts? Why then assure thy selfe there is no life of grace in thee:
But is it otherwise with thee? hast thou no sense nor feeling of the power of sin? Makest thou no complaints against thy sinful corruptions? Is there not resisting nor opposing of thy rebellious Lustiest? Why then assure thy self there is no life of grace in thee:
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the strong man hath gone away with all, & thou art still in thy naturall blindnes and deadnes.
the strong man hath gone away with all, & thou art still in thy natural blindness and deadness.
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By these signes may you certainely know (if you will deale truely in examining your selues) whether you as yet liue the life of Grace:
By these Signs may you Certainly know (if you will deal truly in examining your selves) whither you as yet live the life of Grace:
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Deale faithfully then with thy selfe in this businesse, which doth so neerely concerne thee.
Deal faithfully then with thy self in this business, which does so nearly concern thee.
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For if thou liuest not the life of Grace here, neuer hope to liue the life of glory hereafter.
For if thou Livest not the life of Grace Here, never hope to live the life of glory hereafter.
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As desirous (therefore) as thou art to know the one, so be as diligent to finde out the other.
As desirous (Therefore) as thou art to know the one, so be as diligent to find out the other.
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A second Vse is for our Instruction. Seeke to liue this life of Grace, which onely deserues to be esteemed a life.
A second Use is for our Instruction. Seek to live this life of Grace, which only deserves to be esteemed a life.
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A man may eat, and drinke, and walke, and sleepe, and speake, and haue the vse of all his sences,
A man may eat, and drink, and walk, and sleep, and speak, and have the use of all his Senses,
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and yet not worthy to be said to liue, because he wants Gods Holy Spirit to quicken his soule.
and yet not worthy to be said to live, Because he Wants God's Holy Spirit to quicken his soul.
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Aboue all things in the world then, seeke after this: because without it, thy breath, sence, soule, are nothing worth;
Above all things in the world then, seek After this: Because without it, thy breath, sense, soul, Are nothing worth;
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and not onely so but are accursed to thee.
and not only so but Are accursed to thee.
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But what may I do, or what meanes must I vse, that I may liue this life of Grace? I answer: But what may I do, or what means must I use, that I may live this life of Grace? I answer:
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As to liue a naturall life, there must be a generation according to the flesh:
As to live a natural life, there must be a generation according to the Flesh:
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so if thou wouldest attaine to liue this life of the Spirit, thou must of necessitie be brought to a second birth:
so if thou Wouldst attain to live this life of the Spirit, thou must of necessity be brought to a second birth:
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Not to be turned into our mothers womb againe (as Nicodemus thought) but as Christ saith, we must be borne of the will of his Father.
Not to be turned into our mother's womb again (as Nicodemus Thought) but as christ Says, we must be born of the will of his Father.
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And (as Peter saith) of a seede not mortall but immortall, the word of God. And (as Peter Says) of a seed not Mortal but immortal, the word of God.
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Faith that commeth by hearing; hearing by the word; Regeneration is a fruit of Faith; Faith an effect of the word; the word is preached by the Minister. The Spirit of God begets none anew wthout faith; Faith is not ordinarily begotten but by the word: So then if thou desirest to liue this life, be frequent in hearing of the word preached: Faith that comes by hearing; hearing by the word; Regeneration is a fruit of Faith; Faith an Effect of the word; the word is preached by the Minister. The Spirit of God begets none anew without faith; Faith is not ordinarily begotten but by the word: So then if thou Desirest to live this life, be frequent in hearing of the word preached:
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for the dead shall heare this voice, and they that heare shall liue.
for the dead shall hear this voice, and they that hear shall live.
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The Prophet Ezekiel in a vision is caried into the midst of a field, full of dead bones,
The Prophet Ezekielem in a vision is carried into the midst of a field, full of dead bones,
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and willed to prophesie ouer them, and say, O yee dry bones heare the word of the Lord:
and willed to prophesy over them, and say, Oh ye dry bones hear the word of the Lord:
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So he prophesied as he was commanded:
So he prophesied as he was commanded:
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And as he prophesied, there was a noyse, and behold a shaking, and the bones came togither bone to his bone. And as he prophesied, there was a noise, and behold a shaking, and the bones Come together bone to his bone.
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Then the sinewes and flesh grew vpon them; and vpon the flesh a skin couered them: Then the sinews and Flesh grew upon them; and upon the Flesh a skin covered them:
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then he prophesied vnto the winde to breath vpon the dead, that they might liue, and the breath came into them,
then he prophesied unto the wind to breath upon the dead, that they might live, and the breath Come into them,
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and they liued, and stood vp vpon their feete, and they were an exceeding great armie. and they lived, and stood up upon their feet, and they were an exceeding great army.
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Hereby is signified (especially) the estate of the Iewes after their captiuitie:
Hereby is signified (especially) the estate of the Iewes After their captivity:
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yet I doubt not but in them the estate of the whole Church, in whose heart the Lord worketh his graces of Regeneration by litle and litle, is also liuely described.
yet I doubt not but in them the estate of the Whole Church, in whose heart the Lord works his graces of Regeneration by little and little, is also lively described.
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God sends his seruants the Ministers into the world, as it were into a field of dead bones,
God sends his Servants the Ministers into the world, as it were into a field of dead bones,
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and wills vs to prophesie, and say, Oh you dry bones, heare the word of the Lord: But what;
and wills us to prophesy, and say, O you dry bones, hear the word of the Lord: But what;
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can these dry bones liue? Surely, oh Lord, thou knowest! And therefore wee prophesie, as we be commanded: and behold what followes;
can these dry bones live? Surely, o Lord, thou Knowest! And Therefore we prophesy, as we be commanded: and behold what follows;
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there is a first a shaking, a quaking, and trembling of the heart, as we see in Peters Conuerts, and in the laylor:
there is a First a shaking, a quaking, and trembling of the heart, as we see in Peter's Converts, and in the laylor:
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then the bones come togither, bone to his bone;
then the bones come together, bone to his bone;
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we (as it were) gather our senses togither, and begin to consider in what state we stand, as the Prodigall here did;
we (as it were) gather our Senses together, and begin to Consider in what state we stand, as the Prodigal Here did;
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and then loe the sinewes and the flesh come vpon vs, and the skin couereth vs aboue;
and then lo the sinews and the Flesh come upon us, and the skin Covereth us above;
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we now begin to be strengthned by holy purposes and resolutions, resoluing and desiring to liue vnto the Lord,
we now begin to be strengthened by holy Purposes and resolutions, resolving and desiring to live unto the Lord,
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though as yet we cannot finde in our selues any breath of grace;
though as yet we cannot find in our selves any breath of grace;
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but then the Lord causeth breath to enter into vs, hee powreth vpon vs further gifts of his Spirit,
but then the Lord Causes breath to enter into us, he poureth upon us further Gifts of his Spirit,
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for our further quickning, and then we see we liue, and get vp vpon our feete, leaping and reioycing,
for our further quickening, and then we see we live, and get up upon our feet, leaping and rejoicing,
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and praising Gods name for his wonderfull mercy. See then that you attend vpon this meanes, be frequent in hearing of the word;
and praising God's name for his wonderful mercy. See then that you attend upon this means, be frequent in hearing of the word;
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for this is the trumpet that must awake thee, if euer thou beest awaked:
for this is the trumpet that must awake thee, if ever thou Best awaked:
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Cast not off all care of thy saluation, as too many doe, who hearing that Regeneration and saluation are the gifts of God,
Cast not off all care of thy salvation, as too many do, who hearing that Regeneration and salvation Are the Gifts of God,
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and that it is not in their owne power to conuert themselues, grow hereupon secure, and neglect all meanes:
and that it is not in their own power to convert themselves, grow hereupon secure, and neglect all means:
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Wherfore should we trouble our selues (say they) about it? for all is a God will haue it;
Wherefore should we trouble our selves (say they) about it? for all is a God will have it;
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if he will giue it vs, we shall be saued, and if not, we shall neuer obteyne saluation, do what we can.
if he will give it us, we shall be saved, and if not, we shall never obtain salvation, do what we can.
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Well, and what of this? Wilt thou therefore neglect the meanes God inioyneth thee to vse for the obteyning of it? God giueth it,
Well, and what of this? Wilt thou Therefore neglect the means God enjoin thee to use for the obtaining of it? God gives it,
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but he giueth it by meanes, which he hath ordeyned, which if thou neglectest, thou art the more inexcusable,
but he gives it by means, which he hath ordained, which if thou neglectest, thou art the more inexcusable,
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and thy damnation will be iust.
and thy damnation will be just.
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But what will you tye God to meanes? Are not all things possible to him? Is not he able to conuert and saue without preaching or hearing,
But what will you tie God to means? are not all things possible to him? Is not he able to convert and save without preaching or hearing,
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as well as with it? I answer: The Question is needles and foolish: none denies but God can;
as well as with it? I answer: The Question is needles and foolish: none Denies but God can;
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yet I tell thee he will not, when he giues ordinarie meanes: God can giue bread from heauen;
yet I tell thee he will not, when he gives ordinary means: God can give bred from heaven;
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God can cause the earth to yeeld corne without sowing; God can cause a Rauen to feede Eliah; God can saue without foode:
God can cause the earth to yield corn without sowing; God can cause a Raven to feed Elijah; God can save without food:
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these and many other things God can doe;
these and many other things God can do;
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but wilt thou from hence conclude against the meanes that God hath now ordeyned? Wilt thou refuse to eat,
but wilt thou from hence conclude against the means that God hath now ordained? Wilt thou refuse to eat,
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because God can saue thee without meat? Or wilt thou refuse to plow thy ground,
Because God can save thee without meat? Or wilt thou refuse to blow thy ground,
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or sow thy seede, because God can giue thee a crop without it? Or wilt thou refuse to take thy meales at home,
or sow thy seed, Because God can give thee a crop without it? Or wilt thou refuse to take thy meals At home,
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and goe into the fields, looking that euery Rauen that flyeth ouer thy head, should bring thee thy dinner? Or wilt thou voluntarily cast thy selfe into the fire,
and go into the fields, looking that every Raven that flies over thy head, should bring thee thy dinner? Or wilt thou voluntarily cast thy self into the fire,
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because God can defend thee from the heat of it, as he did the three children in the hot fiery furnace? Do these things seem to be ridiculous vnto thee? and is it not as ridiculous for thee to refuse to heare,
Because God can defend thee from the heat of it, as he did the three children in the hight fiery furnace? Do these things seem to be ridiculous unto thee? and is it not as ridiculous for thee to refuse to hear,
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and yet thinke to bee saued? Know then oh man! Manna is for the wildernesse;
and yet think to be saved? Know then o man! Manna is for the Wilderness;
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an Israelite may not looke for it in the land of Canaan, where he may sow and reape:
an Israelite may not look for it in the land of Canaan, where he may sow and reap:
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so while thou liuest in the Church, where thou mayest partake of the ordinarie meanes, vse them, else neuer hope of obteyning eternall life.
so while thou Livest in the Church, where thou Mayest partake of the ordinary means, use them, Else never hope of obtaining Eternal life.
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And further know, that so much as thou neglectest hearing, so much thou neglectest thy owne saluation:
And further know, that so much as thou neglectest hearing, so much thou neglectest thy own salvation:
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set then this downe for a truth, and be perswaded of it, that by this meanes thou must be begotten,
Set then this down for a truth, and be persuaded of it, that by this means thou must be begotten,
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if euer thou beest borne anew:
if ever thou Best born anew:
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If by the hearing of this word, thou beest not raised, thou wilt for euer rot and perish in thy sinnes.
If by the hearing of this word, thou Best not raised, thou wilt for ever rot and perish in thy Sins.
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Oh! but I haue small hope in attending on the means, I haue liued a long time in sinne, my sinnes are great, and many; Oh! but I have small hope in attending on the means, I have lived a long time in sin, my Sins Are great, and many;
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I am not onely dead, but rotten, and therefore I feare I shall neuer be raised nor reuiued.
I am not only dead, but rotten, and Therefore I Fear I shall never be raised nor revived.
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Wee read of three that Christ raysed from death, Iairus daughter newly dead; the Widowes sonne dead and wound vp, and lying vpon the hearse; we read of three that christ raised from death, Jairus daughter newly dead; the Widows son dead and wound up, and lying upon the hearse;
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and Lazarus, who was dead, buried, and stinking in the graue.
and Lazarus, who was dead, buried, and stinking in the graven.
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These three sorts of coarses aptly resemble (saith a Father) three sorts of sinners: These three sorts of coarses aptly resemble (Says a Father) three sorts of Sinners:
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Iairus daughter lying dead in her fathers house, resembleth those that sinne by inward consent:Jairus daughter lying dead in her Father's house, resembles those that sin by inward consent:
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The widowes sonne, being carried out of the gate of the citie, those that sinne by outward act:
The Widows son, being carried out of the gate of the City, those that sin by outward act:
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Lazarus hauing been dead and buried foure daies, those that sinne by continuall habit:Lazarus having been dead and buried foure days, those that sin by continual habit:
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The young mayden lay in a bed: The young man in a coffin: Lazarus in a Graue. The first, was dead but an houre: the second; but a day: the third, foure dayes. All which, teacheth vs thus much, that there is no degree of death so desperate that is past helpe:
The young maiden lay in a Bed: The young man in a coffin: Lazarus in a Grave. The First, was dead but an hour: the second; but a day: the third, foure days. All which, Teaches us thus much, that there is no degree of death so desperate that is past help:
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no sinne so great, but may be forgiuen (the sinne of the Holy Ghost onely excepted:) though with Lazarus thou hast layen foure daies, and art bound hand and foot with bands as he was;
no sin so great, but may be forgiven (the sin of the Holy Ghost only excepted:) though with Lazarus thou hast lain foure days, and art bound hand and foot with bans as he was;
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though thou hast a stone laid vpon thee as he had;
though thou hast a stone laid upon thee as he had;
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though thou hast made thy heart as hard as the nether mil-stone, by a custome and trade of sinne,
though thou hast made thy heart as hard as the neither millstone, by a custom and trade of sin,
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so that in the iudgement of man, it is impossible to recouer:
so that in the judgement of man, it is impossible to recover:
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yet as Christs omnipotent voyce brought him forth bound hand and foote, and brake his bands asunder, and set him at libertie:
yet as Christ omnipotent voice brought him forth bound hand and foot, and brake his bans asunder, and Set him At liberty:
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So is it able to bring thee forth out of the graue of thy sins,
So is it able to bring thee forth out of the graven of thy Sins,
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and to knocke off those gyues and fetters of Satan wherewith thou art so fast bound,
and to knock off those gives and fetters of Satan wherewith thou art so fast bound,
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and to restore thee to the liberty of the sonnes of God.
and to restore thee to the liberty of the Sons of God.
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Be not then discouraged from following the meanes, for though thou hast a long time lyen a rotting in thy sinnes,
Be not then discouraged from following the means, for though thou hast a long time lyen a rotting in thy Sins,
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yet in Gods good time thou maist be raised to newnesse of life, by his powerful voice vttered in the ministery of the Gospel.
yet in God's good time thou Mayest be raised to newness of life, by his powerful voice uttered in the Ministry of the Gospel.
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A third vse of this poynt is for Exhortation to all such as do liue this life of grace, that they would make much of it,
A third use of this point is for Exhortation to all such as do live this life of grace, that they would make much of it,
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and cherish it, striue to confirme it and strengthen it in themselues.
and cherish it, strive to confirm it and strengthen it in themselves.
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I confesse indeed it is true which Christ saith, Hee that hath tasted of this life, shall neuer see death;
I confess indeed it is true which christ Says, He that hath tasted of this life, shall never see death;
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but yet let vs know, hee may feele sicknesse, and such sicknesse as is nigh vnto death;
but yet let us know, he may feel sickness, and such sickness as is High unto death;
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and be so sicke, as that he may thinke there is no way but death; and all for want of nourishing this new life, which is begotten in him:
and be so sick, as that he may think there is no Way but death; and all for want of nourishing this new life, which is begotten in him:
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See then you preserue your life, and that you grow vp in soundnesse of grace and spirituall strength;
See then you preserve your life, and that you grow up in soundness of grace and spiritual strength;
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be content to vse all good meanes for this end and purpose: and in speciall th•se fiue.
be content to use all good means for this end and purpose: and in special th•se fiue.
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First, Food: Secondly, Recreation: Thirdly, Exercise: Fourthly, Sleepe: Fiftly, Physicke. You all know, what great good helpes these are,
First, Food: Secondly, Recreation: Thirdly, Exercise: Fourthly, Sleep: Fifty, Physic. You all know, what great good helps these Are,
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and how needfull for the preseruation of life corporalle assuredly they are as good for the preseruation of life spirituall, and as necessarie.
and how needful for the preservation of life corporal assuredly they Are as good for the preservation of life spiritual, and as necessary.
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As for Food, wee all know if it be wanting, the bodie cannot long be strong nor last, it must needes famish.
As for Food, we all know if it be wanting, the body cannot long be strong nor last, it must needs famish.
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So is it with the soule, if it want it sustenance and due meales, it must needs pine away.
So is it with the soul, if it want it sustenance and due meals, it must needs pine away.
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It is requisite therefore, that wee bee frequent in hearing of the word read, and preached (as formerly I haue said.) As also, in comming to the Sacrament, there to eat and drinke the flesh and bloud of Christ spiritually by faith, for Hee is that bread of life,
It is requisite Therefore, that we be frequent in hearing of the word read, and preached (as formerly I have said.) As also, in coming to the Sacrament, there to eat and drink the Flesh and blood of christ spiritually by faith, for He is that bred of life,
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and whosoeuer eateth of this bread, shall liue for euer: his flesh is meate indeed, his bloud is drinke indeed. and whosoever Eateth of this bred, shall live for ever: his Flesh is meat indeed, his blood is drink indeed.
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The second helpe is Recreation. How auaileable this is for the health of the bodie, we are not ignorant of. The second help is Recreation. How available this is for the health of the body, we Are not ignorant of.
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It is a great meanes for the preseruation of life;
It is a great means for the preservation of life;
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it maketh the bodie more able, and the mind more cheerefull, for any worke of our callings.
it makes the body more able, and the mind more cheerful, for any work of our callings.
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Thus spirituall Recreation is a notable preseruer of the life of grace and therefore must be vsed of euery Christian.
Thus spiritual Recreation is a notable preserver of the life of grace and Therefore must be used of every Christian.
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Recreate thy selfe then in singing of Psalmes, to which St Iames doth exhort vs:
Recreate thy self then in singing of Psalms, to which Saint James does exhort us:
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And when thou art a wearie of some one exercise thou art about (as that we shall soone bee, such is our corruption) then betake thy selfe vnto another:
And when thou art a weary of Some one exercise thou art about (as that we shall soon be, such is our corruption) then betake thy self unto Another:
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Fall from reading to singing, from singing to praying, let this be thy recreation, and vse it often.
Fallen from reading to singing, from singing to praying, let this be thy recreation, and use it often.
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The third is Exercise. Without this, the body grows diseased, full of aches and paines, The third is Exercise. Without this, the body grows diseased, full of aches and pains,
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as experience proues ▪ And so doth the soule grow diseased and weake, yea many times deadly sicke for want of it.
as experience Proves ▪ And so does the soul grow diseased and weak, yea many times deadly sick for want of it.
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Exercise thy selfe therefore daily in holy dueties, as in Prayer, mortification, Good workes: And with the godly man, exercise thy selfe continually in the Law of God.
Exercise thy self Therefore daily in holy duties, as in Prayer, mortification, Good works: And with the godly man, exercise thy self continually in the Law of God.
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The fourth is Sleepe, which is most necessarie for the entertainment of bodily health.
The fourth is Sleep, which is most necessary for the entertainment of bodily health.
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It is the dew of nature, and as necessarie for the bodie as meat and drinke is:
It is the due of nature, and as necessary for the body as meat and drink is:
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To this, is meditation of Gods word compared;
To this, is meditation of God's word compared;
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it is as sleepe and rest to a Christian soule, which doth refresh and reuiue it euen as sleepe doth the bodie.
it is as sleep and rest to a Christian soul, which does refresh and revive it even as sleep does the body.
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Thou maist not forget to giue thy soule this rest.
Thou Mayest not forget to give thy soul this rest.
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Fiftly, Physicke is an excellent helpe (as to keepe the bodie in good order) so to keepe the soule likewise in good temper.
Fifty, Physic is an excellent help (as to keep the body in good order) so to keep the soul likewise in good temper.
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With the potion of Repentance, we must daily purge our hearts, and with the vomit of confession, rid sin from off our consciences.
With the potion of Repentance, we must daily purge our hearts, and with the vomit of Confessi, rid since from off our Consciences.
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And bee content withall, to accept of that physicke which God himselfe shall prepare for vs:
And be content withal, to accept of that physic which God himself shall prepare for us:
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His crosses are his medicines, afflictions are good, proper, recuring, recouering physick, for diseased affections.
His Crosses Are his medicines, afflictions Are good, proper, recurring, recovering physic, for diseased affections.
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Admit then, (without grudging) of this potion which is prepared for thee by the hand of thy maker: It may happily be vnpleasant;
Admit then, (without grudging) of this potion which is prepared for thee by the hand of thy maker: It may happily be unpleasant;
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what then? wilt thou be displeased with the relish, when thy sicke heart is thereby eased of her paines? hee is worthie to dye who will rather chuse a wilfull sicknesse then a harsh remedie.
what then? wilt thou be displeased with the relish, when thy sick heart is thereby eased of her pains? he is worthy to die who will rather choose a wilful sickness then a harsh remedy.
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And yet here is not all, for good dyet is also necessarie vnto physicke.
And yet Here is not all, for good diet is also necessary unto physic.
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In vaine doth the potion worke our recouerie, if our euill behauiour afterwards bring a relapse.
In vain does the potion work our recovery, if our evil behaviour afterwards bring a relapse.
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See therefore that (after you haue purged your hearts by repentance) you obserue the strict dyet of obedience.
See Therefore that (After you have purged your hearts by Repentance) you observe the strict diet of Obedience.
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Refraine from those corrupt meats whereon your soules haue formerly surfetted. Let all sinne be carefully auoyded:
Refrain from those corrupt Meats whereon your Souls have formerly surfeited. Let all sin be carefully avoided:
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Come not in euill company, follow no euill example, hearken to no euill counsell, and then your soules shall liue.
Come not in evil company, follow no evil Exampl, harken to no evil counsel, and then your Souls shall live.
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And these are the meanes, which whosoeuer would grow strong in grace, and preserue the health of his soule, must vse. And these Are the means, which whosoever would grow strong in grace, and preserve the health of his soul, must use.
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If then thou desire to haue thy soule thriue, and be in good liking, see thou practise them,
If then thou desire to have thy soul thrive, and be in good liking, see thou practise them,
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and that constantly and conscionably, as in Gods presence. So shalt thou find the benefit of it in the end to be exceeding great.
and that constantly and Conscionably, as in God's presence. So shalt thou find the benefit of it in the end to be exceeding great.
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Lastly, is this so that he onely liues which liues the life of grace? Then here is matter of exceeding great ioy and reioycing to all such as vpon examination of themselues by the former notes, haue some assurance that they liue this life.
Lastly, is this so that he only lives which lives the life of grace? Then Here is matter of exceeding great joy and rejoicing to all such as upon examination of themselves by the former notes, have Some assurance that they live this life.
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Better (saith Solomon) is a liuing dogge, then a dead Lyon. Better (Says Solomon) is a living dog, then a dead lion.
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Better it is to be a liuing soule (though neuer so poore) then to be a dead corp•,
Better it is to be a living soul (though never so poor) then to be a dead corp•,
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though neuer so well be-stucke with flowres.
though never so well bestuck with flowers.
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What though many in the world haue thousands of pounds, great lands, large reuenewes? yet if they haue not grace, they are but stinking carkases:
What though many in the world have thousands of pounds, great Lands, large revenues? yet if they have not grace, they Are but stinking carcases:
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Farre better is thy estate, though thou hast neuer a groat; for thou art a liuing soule, borne anew, and an heyre of heauen.
far better is thy estate, though thou hast never a groat; for thou art a living soul, born anew, and an heir of heaven.
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Blesse God then more for this, then if be had giuen thee a kingdome, reioyce in thy new estate and happie condition.
Bless God then more for this, then if be had given thee a Kingdom, rejoice in thy new estate and happy condition.
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It hath beene an ancient custome for men to celebrate their birthday, as wee see in Herod; who vpon that day that hee was borne, made a banquet to his Princes and Captains, and chiefe estates of Galylee:
It hath been an ancient custom for men to celebrate their birthday, as we see in Herod; who upon that day that he was born, made a banquet to his Princes and Captains, and chief estates of Galilee:
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How much more ought a Christian to remember (if he can) the day of his new birth,
How much more ought a Christian to Remember (if he can) the day of his new birth,
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and make that a day of ioy and gladnesse, a day of feasting and reioycing to the Lord;
and make that a day of joy and gladness, a day of feasting and rejoicing to the Lord;
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after the example of Zacheus, who vpon the day of his conuersion made a great feast for gladnesse,
After the Exampl of Zacchaeus, who upon the day of his conversion made a great feast for gladness,
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and gaue gifts to the poore with all alacritie.
and gave Gifts to the poor with all alacrity.
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And of the Iaylor, who the same time he was conuerted, tooke Paul and Silas, and washed their wounds, And of the Jailer, who the same time he was converted, took Paul and Silas, and washed their wounds,
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and set meat before them, and reioyced greatly with all his houshold. Thus should Christians doe;and Set meat before them, and rejoiced greatly with all his household. Thus should Christians do;
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for they haue greater cause to keepe this birth-day then the former: For the first birth is vnto death, the second vnto life:
for they have greater cause to keep this birthday then the former: For the First birth is unto death, the second unto life:
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the first to condemnation the second to saluation.
the First to condemnation the second to salvation.
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By the first we are made vessels of wrath, but by the second vessels of glory.
By the First we Are made vessels of wrath, but by the second vessels of glory.
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The first birth indeede giueth vs a being; but it is the second, that giueth vs our well-being.
The First birth indeed gives us a being; but it is the second, that gives us our well-being.
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By the first birth, wee may say to corruption, thou art my father, and to the wormes, yee are my brethren and sisters:
By the First birth, we may say to corruption, thou art my father, and to the worms, ye Are my brothers and Sisters:
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But by the second, we haue God for our Father, and Christ Iesus with the holy Angels, for our brethren.
But by the second, we have God for our Father, and christ Iesus with the holy Angels, for our brothers.
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Oh what cause haue we to reioyce in this time, aboue all other times!
O what cause have we to rejoice in this time, above all other times!
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and to say with the Psalmist, This is the day which the Lord hath made, let vs reioyce and be glad in it.
and to say with the Psalmist, This is the day which the Lord hath made, let us rejoice and be glad in it.
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He was lost ] Heare we see what (in part) hath beene before shewen, viz. That wicked men are Strayes. He was lost ] Hear we see what (in part) hath been before shown, viz. That wicked men Are Strays.
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They goe astray, and wander out of the way to Heauen.
They go astray, and wander out of the Way to Heaven.
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I haue gone astray like a lost sheep (saith Dauid. ) And this not onely the Prophet,I have gone astray like a lost sheep (Says David.) And this not only the Prophet,
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but the whole nature of man after the transgression is bound to confesse:
but the Whole nature of man After the Transgression is bound to confess:
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And therefore we are well taught in our Lyturgie, to say, we haue gone astray like lost sheepe.
And Therefore we Are well taught in our Liturgy, to say, we have gone astray like lost sheep.
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This is confirmed further in the two fore-going parables, of the lost sheepe, and lost groat.
This is confirmed further in the two foregoing parables, of the lost sheep, and lost groat.
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I would wicked men would take notice of it, yea euery one of vs well consider it.
I would wicked men would take notice of it, yea every one of us well Consider it.
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How doe men vse to deale with Strayes, doe they not take them, and pound them,
How do men use to deal with Strays, do they not take them, and pound them,
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and if the Owner finde them not, doth not the Lord of the soyle seaze vpon them,
and if the Owner find them not, does not the Lord of the soil seize upon them,
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and take them for his owne? This is thy condition:
and take them for his own? This is thy condition:
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So will it bee with thee, if thou continuest still in thy sinnes, and wanderest from the Lord,
So will it be with thee, if thou Continuest still in thy Sins, and wanderest from the Lord,
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and wilt not be found of him:
and wilt not be found of him:
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At last, thou shalt be taken vp and pounded, and the God of this world shall seaze on thee,
At last, thou shalt be taken up and pounded, and the God of this world shall seize on thee,
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and lay claime to thee, as to his own proper goods and chattels.
and lay claim to thee, as to his own proper goods and chattels.
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But of this I haue spoken more before in the thirteenth verse, where you may find the vse and application set downe more largely;
But of this I have spoken more before in the thirteenth verse, where you may find the use and application Set down more largely;
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to which, if you please, you may adde this that hath beene now sayd.
to which, if you please, you may add this that hath been now said.
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And is found ] Yea, but who findes him? had not his father first found him, hee had beene lost for euer. And is found ] Yea, but who finds him? had not his father First found him, he had been lost for ever.
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So then we see that other poynt confirmed, viz. That our conuersion and calling is from Gods free grace.
So then we see that other point confirmed, viz. That our conversion and calling is from God's free grace.
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It is not from our owne wisdome or labour, but from the mercy of God. In the two former parables wee see this cleared and strengthened;
It is not from our own Wisdom or labour, but from the mercy of God. In the two former parables we see this cleared and strengthened;
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for the groat seekes not the woman, nor the sheepe the shepheard;
for the groat seeks not the woman, nor the sheep the shepherd;
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no more doe we seeke Christ, if he seekes vs not, we shall wander for euer more.
no more do we seek christ, if he seeks us not, we shall wander for ever more.
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Art thou (then) found? see thou prayse God for finding thee, giue him all the glory:
Art thou (then) found? see thou praise God for finding thee, give him all the glory:
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For if thou doest well remember thy selfe, thou wert a following of sinne, and hunting after vanities, when God called thee.
For if thou dost well Remember thy self, thou Wertenberg a following of sin, and hunting After vanities, when God called thee.
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Thou hadst no heart, either to seeke him, or be found of him.
Thou Hadst no heart, either to seek him, or be found of him.
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With what vnwillingnesse didst thou come vnto his house? how wert thou drawne thither like a Beare to the stake? how vnpleasant was it to thee, to heare talke of good matters? how many excuses and pretences hadst thou for thy sinnes, with what fig-leaues didst thou couer thy shame? Thus, with thy great Grandfather Adam, thou didst runne from God,
With what unwillingness didst thou come unto his house? how Wertenberg thou drawn thither like a Bear to the stake? how unpleasant was it to thee, to hear talk of good matters? how many excuses and pretences Hadst thou for thy Sins, with what Fig leaves didst thou cover thy shame? Thus, with thy great Grandfather Adam, thou didst run from God,
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when he came to seek thee, and he was faine to drag thee from behinde the bushes;
when he Come to seek thee, and he was feign to drag thee from behind the Bushes;
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Oh the mercy of God towards thee and mee I had not he dealt thus graciously with vs, wee had beene wanderers to this houre.
O the mercy of God towards thee and me I had not he dealt thus graciously with us, we had been wanderers to this hour.
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If thou art not blinde, thou seest this, and if thou art not blockish, thou wilt bee thankfull for this.
If thou art not blind, thou See this, and if thou art not blockish, thou wilt be thankful for this.
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Secondly, did God finde thee of h•• meere mercy? and was he found of thee when thou foughtest him not, as the Prophet speaketh? Then now seeke him,
Secondly, did God find thee of h•• mere mercy? and was he found of thee when thou foughtest him not, as the Prophet speaks? Then now seek him,
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and thou shalt be sure to finde him. Let the heart of them reioyce that seeke the Lord, (saith the Psalmist.
and thou shalt be sure to find him. Let the heart of them rejoice that seek the Lord, (Says the Psalmist.
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The meaning is, the heart of them shall reioyce that seeke the Lord, yea, they shall haue great cause to reioyce,
The meaning is, the heart of them shall rejoice that seek the Lord, yea, they shall have great cause to rejoice,
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for they shall find and not misse, if they seeke aright. Now marke what followes: Oh seeke the Lord and his strength, seeke his strength euermore.
for they shall find and not miss, if they seek aright. Now mark what follows: O seek the Lord and his strength, seek his strength evermore.
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Seeing those that seeke the Lord, shall haue such cause to reioyce, then seeke the Lord.
Seeing those that seek the Lord, shall have such cause to rejoice, then seek the Lord.
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Again, and againe, I say, seeke him, I will end this with recommending to thee a sweet meditation of a father, for thy imitation.
Again, and again, I say, seek him, I will end this with recommending to thee a sweet meditation of a father, for thy imitation.
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Seeke mee (saith hee) O Lord, for I seeke thee: Thou mayst finde him whom thou seekest: Seek me (Says he) Oh Lord, for I seek thee: Thou Mayest find him whom thou Seekest:
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vouchsafe to receiue him whom thou hast found, and lay him vpon thy shoulders whom thou hast receiued, It is no weary burthen vnto thee, to beare thine owne,
vouchsafe to receive him whom thou hast found, and lay him upon thy shoulders whom thou hast received, It is no weary burden unto thee, to bear thine own,
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and bring them home againe vnto thy selfe. Thus say thou.and bring them home again unto thy self. Thus say thou.
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And they began to bee merry ] Not onely his father, friends, and houshold-seruants, but the Prodigall himselfe hath his part in this ioy.And they began to be merry ] Not only his father, Friends, and Household servants, but the Prodigal himself hath his part in this joy.
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Heere then we euidently see, that Regeneration doth not abolish ioy, nor any other naturall affection; but onely orders it.
Here then we evidently see, that Regeneration does not Abolah joy, nor any other natural affection; but only order it.
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Grace destroyes not nature, but onely rectifies it.
Grace Destroys not nature, but only Rectifies it.
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When the Spirit of God doth regenerate the heart, it doth not take away any naturall affection of the soule,
When the Spirit of God does regenerate the heart, it does not take away any natural affection of the soul,
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as Loue, Hatred, Feare, Ioy, Griefe, &c. but onely mooues them to a right obiect:
as Love, Hatred, fear, Joy, Grief, etc. but only moves them to a right Object:
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And therefore we shall finde in Scriptures, that wee are often willed to manifest and shew them.
And Therefore we shall find in Scriptures, that we Are often willed to manifest and show them.
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Loue the Lord all his Saints. Yee that loue the Lord, hate that which is euill. Love the Lord all his Saints. Ye that love the Lord, hate that which is evil.
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Feare the Lord, yee his Saints. My sonne, feare the Lord and the King. Be glad you righteous, and ioyfull all yee that are vpright in heart. fear the Lord, ye his Saints. My son, Fear the Lord and the King. Be glad you righteous, and joyful all ye that Are upright in heart.
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Mourne you therefore with them that mourne, reioyce with them that doe reioyce. &c. And many the like places, where the vse of affections are allowed; yea, commanded. This then serues to condemne; Mourn you Therefore with them that mourn, rejoice with them that do rejoice. etc. And many the like places, where the use of affections Are allowed; yea, commanded. This then serves to condemn;
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First, the Stoickes, who allow not any vse of affections:
First, the Stoics, who allow not any use of affections:
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Men may not sigh, or change countenance at any kinde of accident, but they must be so mortified,
Men may not sighs, or change countenance At any kind of accident, but they must be so mortified,
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as that they neuer grieue, or reioyce, or be angry; no, not when Gods owne cause requires it.
as that they never grieve, or rejoice, or be angry; no, not when God's own cause requires it.
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Yet we finde that the cheefest of Gods Saints haue had vse of them;
Yet we find that the chiefest of God's Saints have had use of them;
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and Christ himselfe, who was holy, harmelesse, separate from sinners, wept ouer Lazarus, and ouer Ierusalem, and beheld the incredulous Iewes with anger, being grieued for the hardnesse of their hearts.
and christ himself, who was holy, harmless, separate from Sinners, wept over Lazarus, and over Ierusalem, and beheld the incredulous Iewes with anger, being grieved for the hardness of their hearts.
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The second sort that are to be reprooued, are worldlings and prophane persons, who thinke that grace doth driue out and kill all affections, especially that of Ioy and Delight. They thinke there is no ioy nor mirth belongs vnto a Christian; The second sort that Are to be reproved, Are worldlings and profane Persons, who think that grace does driven out and kill all affections, especially that of Joy and Delight. They think there is no joy nor mirth belongs unto a Christian;
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but when men once beginne to liue godly, they must giue a farewell, and bid adieu to all mirth and gladnesse whatsoeuer,
but when men once begin to live godly, they must give a farewell, and bid adieu to all mirth and gladness whatsoever,
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and betake themselues to a mopish, heauy, lumpish, and solitary life, as their common prouerb testifieth.
and betake themselves to a mopish, heavy, lumpish, and solitary life, as their Common proverb Testifieth.
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But this is a foule deceit of the Deuill, whereby he labours to put godlinesse out of countenance:
But this is a foul deceit of the devil, whereby he labours to put godliness out of countenance:
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for grace doth not abolish this, nor any other affection.
for grace does not Abolah this, nor any other affection.
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Christians haue their ioy as well as others haue, they doe reioyce as much and more,
Christians have their joy as well as Others have, they do rejoice as much and more,
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then any other doe or can; and indeed none haue cause to reioyce but they.
then any other doe or can; and indeed none have cause to rejoice but they.
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For first, they onely haue their sinnes pardoned, they onely are set free from those infinite euils, which are fruits of sinne, wherewith all others are beset:
For First, they only have their Sins pardoned, they only Are Set free from those infinite evils, which Are fruits of sin, wherewith all Others Are beset:
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From Death and Hell are they deliuered, and therefore haue cause of ioy. Secondly, they, and they onely, haue right to all Gods promises, that concerne this life, or a better.
From Death and Hell Are they Delivered, and Therefore have cause of joy. Secondly, they, and they only, have right to all God's promises, that concern this life, or a better.
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Thirdly, they, and they only, haue a certaine assurance, that their names are written in the booke of life, wherin they haue greater cause to reioyce,
Thirdly, they, and they only, have a certain assurance, that their names Are written in the book of life, wherein they have greater cause to rejoice,
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then if they had the Deuils in subiection to them.
then if they had the Devils in subjection to them.
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Fourthly, they, and they onely, haue peace of conscience, which is a continuall feast, and makes men glad and cheerefull.
Fourthly, they, and they only, have peace of conscience, which is a continual feast, and makes men glad and cheerful.
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Fiftly, these, and these onely, doe conscionably performe good duties, and are conuersant in good exercises, which are the Wels of consolation, these onely haue pitchers to draw.
Fifty, these, and these only, do Conscionably perform good duties, and Are conversant in good exercises, which Are the Wells of consolation, these only have pitchers to draw.
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Sixtly and lastly, they, and they onely, haue the comfortable presence of God to refresh them,
Sixty and lastly, they, and they only, have the comfortable presence of God to refresh them,
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euen as the Sunne doth the earth: how then can it possibly be, but they must haue ioy?
even as the Sun does the earth: how then can it possibly be, but they must have joy?
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Againe, if it were so, that they haue no ioy, why doth the Lord command them to reioyce,
Again, if it were so, that they have no joy, why does the Lord command them to rejoice,
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yea & that alwaies, Reioyce alwayes, againe I say, reioyce.
yea & that always, Rejoice always, again I say, rejoice.
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And why doth hee giue it so strictly in charge to his Embassadors, to comfort them? Comfort you, comfort you, my people saith our God.
And why does he give it so strictly in charge to his ambassadors, to Comfort them? Comfort you, Comfort you, my people Says our God.
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And doe we not finde many examples in Scripture of such as haue reioyced:
And do we not find many Examples in Scripture of such as have rejoiced:
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and that in time of tribulation and affliction, when crosses haue lien heauy vpon them? Surely if they haue reioyced at such times we may well be perswaded, they are not without ioy at other times and seasons.
and that in time of tribulation and affliction, when Crosses have lain heavy upon them? Surely if they have rejoiced At such times we may well be persuaded, they Are not without joy At other times and seasons.
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But we see no such matter in them.
But we see no such matter in them.
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Answere. no wonder for the stranger shall not enter into his ioy, they shall not meddle with it, no nor indeede discerne it,Answer. no wonder for the stranger shall not enter into his joy, they shall not meddle with it, no nor indeed discern it,
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for it is Internall and must be discerned by the eie of faith, rather then with that of nature.
for it is Internal and must be discerned by the eye of faith, rather then with that of nature.
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And againe the obiects of his ioy are not Carnall, but Spirituall, he doth not reioyce in carnall things as he did before his conuersion;
And again the objects of his joy Are not Carnal, but Spiritual, he does not rejoice in carnal things as he did before his conversion;
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he hath now better obiects for his ioy, as, First God, and then those benefits which of his loue and mercy, flow from him to vs in Christ Iesus.
he hath now better objects for his joy, as, First God, and then those benefits which of his love and mercy, flow from him to us in christ Iesus.
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Now the stranger who cannot enter into this ioy thinkes, he hath no ioy because it is not on wordly things as thers is.
Now the stranger who cannot enter into this joy thinks, he hath no joy Because it is not on wordly things as the is.
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But wouldst thou know his ioy? then practise for a while holy and religious courses (for it cannot be knowne but by experience It passeth all vnderstanding, none but he that feeles it knowes it) and then thou wilt change thy mind,
But Wouldst thou know his joy? then practise for a while holy and religious courses (for it cannot be known but by experience It passes all understanding, none but he that feels it knows it) and then thou wilt change thy mind,
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and say as Dauid of Goliahs sword, None like to it giue it me.
and say as David of Goliath's sword, None like to it give it me.
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Secondly is this soe that Regeneration doth not taken away our Ioy, nor any affection of the heart, then we see our liberty in the vse of them as occasion shall serue,
Secondly is this so that Regeneration does not taken away our Joy, nor any affection of the heart, then we see our liberty in the use of them as occasion shall serve,
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so they bee directed to their right obiects, and with due measure and moderation, according to the nature of the obiect.
so they be directed to their right objects, and with due measure and moderation, according to the nature of the Object.
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And amongst all other, let this affection of Ioy and Delight (for which we haue Gods Mandate so often) bee more in vse.
And among all other, let this affection of Joy and Delight (for which we have God's Mandate so often) be more in use.
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Out vpon that lumpishnesse and vnchearfullnesse, which is to be seene in too too many professors whereby they greatly darken the glory of Religion and cause the way of God to be euill spoken of.
Out upon that lumpishness and vnchearfullnesse, which is to be seen in too too many professors whereby they greatly darken the glory of Religion and cause the Way of God to be evil spoken of.
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It may bee a question whether such doe more dishonour God by seruing him so heauily;
It may be a question whither such do more dishonour God by serving him so heavily;
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or not by seruing him at all. This I am sure of, it opens the mouthes of the wicked;
or not by serving him At all. This I am sure of, it Opens the mouths of the wicked;
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and disheartens many that are comming on, besides the much hurt that comes vnto themselues heereby:
and disheartens many that Are coming on, beside the much hurt that comes unto themselves hereby:
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As exposing of there hearts to the diuells temptations, and making themselues exceedingly lyable thereunto;
As exposing of there hearts to the Devils temptations, and making themselves exceedingly liable thereunto;
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as also it maketh them marueilous vnfit for any good dutie or exercise, whether, it be hearing, reading, praying, meditation, or the like.
as also it makes them marvelous unfit for any good duty or exercise, whither, it be hearing, reading, praying, meditation, or the like.
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Further it is vnder the reigne of continuall vnthankfullnesse;
Further it is under the Reign of continual unthankfulness;
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for how is it possible, that that man should be thankfull to God for his mercies whom they affect not to reioycing? And lastly it makes the Lord offended with vs:
for how is it possible, that that man should be thankful to God for his Mercies whom they affect not to rejoicing? And lastly it makes the Lord offended with us:
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This was one maine cause of Gods dispeasure against Israel: and of his giuing them vp into the hands of their enemies, to serue in hunger & in thirst,
This was one main cause of God's displeasure against Israel: and of his giving them up into the hands of their enemies, to serve in hunger & in thirst,
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and in nakednesse, and in want of all things, Because they serued not the Lord their God in ioyfullnesse and with gladnesse of heart.
and in nakedness, and in want of all things, Because they served not the Lord their God in ioyfullnesse and with gladness of heart.
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Now fie vpon it then, that any christian should serue God so heauily, God cannot abide it, away with it then,
Now fie upon it then, that any christian should serve God so heavily, God cannot abide it, away with it then,
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and serue God hereafter with more ioy and alacrity.
and serve God hereafter with more joy and alacrity.
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Art thou in Christ? then thou canst thinke of nothing that can be true cause of sorrow to thee: Art thou in christ? then thou Canst think of nothing that can be true cause of sorrow to thee:
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thy sinnes past are forgiuen, and esteemed as if they had neuer bin: thy present imperfections are couered with the perfection of Iesus Christ.
thy Sins past Are forgiven, and esteemed as if they had never been: thy present imperfections Are covered with the perfection of Iesus christ.
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The rebellion which riseth vp in thy heart continually, commeth not from thee, but from sinne which dwelleth in thee.
The rebellion which Riseth up in thy heart continually, comes not from thee, but from sin which dwells in thee.
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Thy Afflictions shall all turne to thy good.
Thy Afflictions shall all turn to thy good.
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Doth the world hate thee? why Blessed are you. Doth death trouble thee? Christ hath ouer come it.
Does the world hate thee? why Blessed Are you. Does death trouble thee? christ hath over come it.
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Or doth damnation greiue thee? There is none to them that are in Christ Iesus, Reioyce then in the Lord allway and againe I say reioyce.
Or does damnation grieve thee? There is none to them that Are in christ Iesus, Rejoice then in the Lord alway and again I say rejoice.
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Thirdly, seeeng Grace doth not destroy naturall affections but only rectifie them;
Thirdly, seeeng Grace does not destroy natural affections but only rectify them;
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this may serue for a direction vnto vs in the right vnderstanding, of such precepts as are giuen in Scripture, for the mortifying of affections;
this may serve for a direction unto us in the right understanding, of such Precepts as Are given in Scripture, for the mortifying of affections;
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They must be so vnder stood; as that the Carnality of them only is strucken at, and not the Affections themselues.
They must be so under stood; as that the Carnality of them only is strucken At, and not the Affections themselves.
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And so much shall serue for that poynt now we come to another and it is this.
And so much shall serve for that point now we come to Another and it is this.
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The assurance of Gods fauour in the pardoning of sinne, is that which causeth ioy and reioycing. The assurance of God's favour in the pardoning of sin, is that which Causes joy and rejoicing.
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Now the father had kyssed him and embraced, and giuen him pledges of his loue, and spoke peace vnto him;
Now the father had kissed him and embraced, and given him pledges of his love, and spoke peace unto him;
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he with the rest beginnes to reioyce and make merrie.
he with the rest begins to rejoice and make merry.
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Therefore Dauid desireth of the Lord this assurance (after his committing the sinne of adulterie) that so he might haue his soule comforted, which vntill he had, could not be quieted.
Therefore David Desires of the Lord this assurance (After his committing the sin of adultery) that so he might have his soul comforted, which until he had, could not be quieted.
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Make me to heare of ioy and gladnesse (saith he) that the bones which thou hast broken may reioyce. Make me to hear of joy and gladness (Says he) that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice.
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For vntill God speaketh peace vnto vs, our consciences will still vex and accuse vs;
For until God speaks peace unto us, our Consciences will still vex and accuse us;
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And therefore saith the Prophet Isay There is no peace to the wicked, and Iob sheweth as much, The wicked man is continually as one that trauaileth with childe,
And Therefore Says the Prophet Saiah There is no peace to the wicked, and Job shows as much, The wicked man is continually as one that Travaileth with child,
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for he trauaileth with paine all his daies. A dreadfull sound is in his eares. Trouble and anguish shall make him afraid. for he Travaileth with pain all his days. A dreadful found is in his ears. Trouble and anguish shall make him afraid.
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Let wicked men then see their vncomfortable estate.
Let wicked men then see their uncomfortable estate.
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What peace saith Iehu to Ioram, So long as the whoredomes of thy mother Iezabell and her witch-crafts are so many. What peace Says Iehu to Ioram, So long as the whoredoms of thy mother Jezebel and her witchcrafts Are so many.
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So say I to thee what peace what comfort, so long as so many sinnes remaine vnrepented, vnpardoned? I confesse indeede, there is a kind of mad mirth, which Salomon speakes of;
So say I to thee what peace what Comfort, so long as so many Sins remain unrepented, unpardoned? I confess indeed, there is a kind of mad mirth, which Solomon speaks of;
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that most in the world dote vpon, one reioyceth in his cupps; another in his barnes, another in his promotion but this is far from true ioy:
that most in the world dote upon, one rejoices in his cups; Another in his Barns, Another in his promotion but this is Far from true joy:
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this is but a swinish and brutish ioy, not sound nor solid.
this is but a swinish and brutish joy, not found nor solid.
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It must bee newes brought from heauen to a mans soule that his sins are pardoned & forgiuen that must breede and bring it.
It must be news brought from heaven to a men soul that his Sins Are pardoned & forgiven that must breed and bring it.
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How farr then art thou from hauing a merry heart who still abidest in thy sinnes and hast not as yet repented? thou maist counterfeit a smile,
How Far then art thou from having a merry heart who still abidest in thy Sins and hast not as yet repented? thou Mayest counterfeit a smile,
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but thou canst not be truly merry. Thy laughter is but as the crackling of thorns, soone gon.
but thou Canst not be truly merry. Thy laughter is but as the crackling of thorns, soon gone.
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The spirit of feare and bondage ruleth within thee, which keepes & barres out peace with God and ioy in the Holy Ghost. Thou maist face out the matter as much as thou wilt,
The Spirit of Fear and bondage Ruleth within thee, which keeps & bars out peace with God and joy in the Holy Ghost. Thou Mayest face out the matter as much as thou wilt,
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yet let me tell thee, thou canst neuer haue ease vntill thy sinnes be pardoned, and they will neuer be pardoned vntill they be repented off.
yet let me tell thee, thou Canst never have ease until thy Sins be pardoned, and they will never be pardoned until they be repented off.
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Thou maist sing, and laugh and be iocund, but alas thy mirth is no other then that of the theife who goes capering to the gallowes;
Thou Mayest sing, and laugh and be jocund, but alas thy mirth is no other then that of the thief who Goes capering to the gallows;
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for thou art a condemd traytour, & knowest not how soone thou maist be fett to execution.
for thou art a condemd traitor, & Knowest not how soon thou Mayest be fett to execution.
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Bee then as merrie as thou canst bee;
Bee then as merry as thou Canst be;
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I am sure thy estate and condition wherein thou standest doth giue thee no leaue that will not afford it.
I am sure thy estate and condition wherein thou Standest does give thee no leave that will not afford it.
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Secondly this may serue for our direction how to get a merrie heart, and procure true ioy indeede.
Secondly this may serve for our direction how to get a merry heart, and procure true joy indeed.
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The only way thou seest is to obteine pardon for thy sinne:
The only Way thou See is to obtain pardon for thy sin:
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and to get God to assure thy soule hereof, for vntil then, thou canst neuer haue it, wouldst thou neuer so fayne.
and to get God to assure thy soul hereof, for until then, thou Canst never have it, Wouldst thou never so fain.
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A merry heart euery one commends, euery one desires and affects; but alas how few take the right course for obteining of it? Well;
A merry heart every one commends, every one Desires and affects; but alas how few take the right course for obtaining of it? Well;
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though others deale foolishly, yet bee thou more wise;
though Others deal foolishly, yet be thou more wise;
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humble thy selfe for sinnes past, resolue against all sinnes, and desire God to bee reconciled.
humble thy self for Sins past, resolve against all Sins, and desire God to be reconciled.
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Remember the promises, of this ioy is made to those that mourne, and onely vnto those, remember the promises, of this joy is made to those that mourn, and only unto those,
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and therefore mourne for thy sinnes, and seriously seeke for pardon of them, for vnlesse thou doest thus, neuer looke to see merry day in this world,
and Therefore mourn for thy Sins, and seriously seek for pardon of them, for unless thou dost thus, never look to see merry day in this world,
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nor in the world to come. Further, in that it is here said they [ began ] to be merry.
nor in the world to come. Further, in that it is Here said they [ began ] to be merry.
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This poynt is noted from hence by some of our Expositors. That the godly mans ioy in this life is but the beginning of ioy.
This point is noted from hence by Some of our Expositors. That the godly men joy in this life is but the beginning of joy.
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We shall haue the fulnesse of ioy hereafter when we come into Gods presence, at whose right hand it is (as the Psalmist speaketh,) In this life wee haue but the first fruites of the spirit, and Gods earnest penny;
We shall have the fullness of joy hereafter when we come into God's presence, At whose right hand it is (as the Psalmist speaks,) In this life we have but the First fruits of the Spirit, and God's earnest penny;
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In that other life wee must looke for the whole masse and persecution of blessednesse.
In that other life we must look for the Whole mass and persecution of blessedness.
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This poynt is true, and might be of good vse to teach vs to long for to be dissolued that we may be with Christ:
This point is true, and might be of good use to teach us to long for to be dissolved that we may be with christ:
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for is the ioy that wee haue here but the beginning of ioy, and as it were the first fruites? oh then, what shall the crop be;
for is the joy that we have Here but the beginning of joy, and as it were the First fruits? o then, what shall the crop be;
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doth the ioy which wee heare taste of, and which in this life wee are made pertakers of, passe all vnderstanding,
does the joy which we hear taste of, and which in this life we Are made partakers of, pass all understanding,
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as the Apostle speaketh? what then shall the fulnesse thereof bee, who is able to expresse it.
as the Apostle speaks? what then shall the fullness thereof be, who is able to express it.
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But I intend not to prosecute it.
But I intend not to prosecute it.
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I now come to the last part of this Parable, which sheweth vs the elder Brothers ill will or anger for his Fathers receiuing home,
I now come to the last part of this Parable, which shows us the elder Brother's ill will or anger for his Father's receiving home,
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and so welcomming this his Brother.
and so welcoming this his Brother.
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VERSE 25. Now his elder Sonne was in the field, and as he came and drew nigh to the house, he heard musicke and dancing.VERSE 25. Now his elder Son was in the field, and as he Come and drew High to the house, he herd music and dancing.
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26. And hee called one of the seruants, & asked what these things meant.26. And he called one of the Servants, & asked what these things meant.
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27. And he said vnto him, thy Brother is come, and thy Father hath killed the fatted Calfe,27. And he said unto him, thy Brother is come, and thy Father hath killed the fatted Calf,
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because he hath receiued him safe & sound. 28. And hee was angry, and would not goe in:
Because he hath received him safe & found. 28. And he was angry, and would not go in:
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therefore came his Father out, and intreated him.
Therefore Come his Father out, and entreated him.
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IN these last eight Verses the anger and discontent of the elder Brother is layd downe:
IN these last eight Verses the anger and discontent of the elder Brother is laid down:
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wherein consider, First, from whence it ariseth, or how it was occasioned; and that was vpon the vnderstanding of his Fathers loue and ioyfull entertainment of his younger Brother:
wherein Consider, First, from whence it arises, or how it was occasioned; and that was upon the understanding of his Father's love and joyful entertainment of his younger Brother:
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For, he heard musicke and dancing, verse 25. And the seruants also makes report thereof, vers. 26, 27. Hereupon (as the Text saith) He was angry, and would not goe in.
For, he herd music and dancing, verse 25. And the Servants also makes report thereof, vers. 26, 27. Hereupon (as the Text Says) He was angry, and would not go in.
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Secondly, How this his anger is expressed, viz. by his reasoning with, and accusing of his Father: which accusation is amplified per NONLATINALPHABET.
Secondly, How this his anger is expressed, viz. by his reasoning with, and accusing of his Father: which accusation is amplified per.
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He had beene obedient, Loe these many yeares doe I serue thee, neither at any time transgressed I thy commandement, verse 29. But his Brother had beene disobedient, Assoone as this thy Sonne was come, which hath deuoured thy liuing with harlots, thou hast killed for him the fatted Calfe, verse 30.
He had been obedient, Loe these many Years do I serve thee, neither At any time transgressed I thy Commandment, verse 29. But his Brother had been disobedient, As soon as this thy Son was come, which hath devoured thy living with harlots, thou hast killed for him the fatted Calf, verse 30.
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Thirdly, How this is anger is qualified, and that is done two waies. First, by his Fathers kinde entreaty of him, verse 28.
Thirdly, How this is anger is qualified, and that is done two ways. First, by his Father's kind entreaty of him, verse 28.
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Secondly, by an Apollogie which his Father makes vnto him, vers. 31.32. Wherein we haue a Proposition, verse 31. which hath in it a Concession of the former particulars:
Secondly, by an Apology which his Father makes unto him, vers. 31.32. Wherein we have a Proposition, verse 31. which hath in it a Concession of the former particulars:
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For the Father would not now exasperate him, but seemeth thus to reason, Graunt is bee so as thou doest say of thy selfe;
For the Father would not now exasperate him, but seems thus to reason, Grant is bee so as thou dost say of thy self;
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yet thou doest not well to bee offended, for all that I haue is thine. yet thou dost not well to be offended, for all that I have is thine.
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And secondly, a Confirmation, verse 32. where hee doth both iustifie his owne proceedings, ab aequo, (for what he did was equity and right.) And also secretly defend his younger Sonne, against his elder Brothers former accusation;
And secondly, a Confirmation, verse 32. where he does both justify his own proceedings, ab Aequo, (for what he did was equity and right.) And also secretly defend his younger Son, against his elder Brother's former accusation;
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For though he were dead, yet he is now aliue, though he were lost, he is new found: For though he were dead, yet he is now alive, though he were lost, he is new found:
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He is not what he hath been, the case is altered. And thus wee see the limbes of this latter part:
He is not what he hath been, the case is altered. And thus we see the limbs of this latter part:
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My purpose is onely to obserue some generall poynt from each of these specialls, and so draw to a conclusion.
My purpose is only to observe Some general point from each of these specials, and so draw to a conclusion.
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And first, in that this elder Sonne vpon the vnderstanding of his Fathers loue and gracious dealing with his younger Brother (who came home humbled and penitent) doth thus repine and grudge, waxe angry and d scontent.
And First, in that this elder Son upon the understanding of his Father's love and gracious dealing with his younger Brother (who Come home humbled and penitent) does thus repine and grudge, wax angry and d scontent.
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This giueth vs to vnderstand, that The blessings of God vpon others are great eye-sores vnto the wicked.
This gives us to understand, that The blessings of God upon Others Are great eyesores unto the wicked.
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They grudge and repine at the preferments of others in the fauours of God.
They grudge and repine At the preferments of Others in the favours of God.
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This our Sauiour teacheth vs by another parable, A certaine housholder went our early in the morning to hyre labourers into his vineyard.
This our Saviour Teaches us by Another parable, A certain householder went our early in the morning to hire labourers into his vineyard.
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And when hee had agreed with them for a pennie a day, bee sent them into his vineyard to worke.
And when he had agreed with them for a penny a day, be sent them into his vineyard to work.
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And he went out about the third houre; and seeing others idle sent them in also.
And he went out about the third hour; and seeing Others idle sent them in also.
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Thus did he also about the sixt, ninth, and eleauenth houre. Now when Euen was come, the Lord called the labourers to giue them their hyre,
Thus did he also about the sixt, ninth, and eleauenth hour. Now when Even was come, the Lord called the labourers to give them their hire,
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and gaue euery man his penn•e;
and gave every man his penn•e;
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to them that came in last he gaue as much as to thē that came in first. to them that Come in last he gave as much as to them that Come in First.
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Therfore the labourers murmured against the Master of the vineyard, saying, these last haue wrought but one houre, Therefore the labourers murmured against the Master of the vineyard, saying, these last have wrought but one hour,
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& thou hast made them equall vnto vs which haue borne the burden and heate of it. & thou hast made them equal unto us which have born the burden and heat of it.
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Thus did they enuie the seruants, and repine against the Masters dealing. Many are the examples that might bee alleaged for confirmation of this truth.
Thus did they envy the Servants, and repine against the Masters dealing. Many Are the Examples that might be alleged for confirmation of this truth.
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But take one for all, God hee hath respect to Abel, and to his offering; but vnto Kain, and to his offering he had no regard:
But take one for all, God he hath respect to Abel, and to his offering; but unto Kain, and to his offering he had no regard:
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Wherefore Kain was exceeding wrath, and his countenance fell downe. Wherefore Kain was exceeding wrath, and his countenance fell down.
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And afterwards, hee slew his Brother: and why was this? but because his owne workes were euill, and his Brothers good.
And afterwards, he slew his Brother: and why was this? but Because his own works were evil, and his Brother's good.
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God regarded Abels sacrifice, and had respect vnto it; for this cause doth his brother enuie him, and at last doth murder him.
God regarded Abel's sacrifice, and had respect unto it; for this cause does his brother envy him, and At last does murder him.
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The reason is, because they are of that same euill one, as S. Iohn speaketh:
The reason is, Because they Are of that same evil one, as S. John speaks:
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They are a hellish brood, and are transformed into the image of the deuil, who enuied the happinesse of our first Parents in the Garden;
They Are a hellish brood, and Are transformed into the image of the Devil, who envied the happiness of our First Parents in the Garden;
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of his nature doe they participate, his workes they doe, and cannot otherwise chuse. of his nature do they participate, his works they do, and cannot otherwise choose.
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Secondly, as the tree is, such must be the fruit, they are flesh, and therefore must needs bring forth the fruits of the flesh, whereof this is one,
Secondly, as the tree is, such must be the fruit, they Are Flesh, and Therefore must needs bring forth the fruits of the Flesh, whereof this is one,
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as the Apostle doth manifestly declare. Gal. 5.21. This then serueth to reprooue many, who Caine-like, fret at the preferments of others in the fauours of the Lord:
as the Apostle does manifestly declare. Gal. 5.21. This then serveth to reprove many, who Cain-like, fret At the preferments of Others in the favours of the Lord:
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And inwardly repine at the good estate and happie condition of their brethren:
And inwardly repine At the good estate and happy condition of their brothers:
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the knowledge, zeale, and obedience of others, and the fruits of these and such like graces, viz. a good name,
the knowledge, zeal, and Obedience of Others, and the fruits of these and such like graces, viz. a good name,
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and estimation, doe inwardly vexe and torment them, and are as daggers at their hearts;
and estimation, do inwardly vex and torment them, and Are as daggers At their hearts;
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The hearing, seeing, or thinking of any other to haue more, or so much as they themselues haue, is as a quotidian ague to their bones, it paines them day and night, it causeth them to gnash their teeth, and melt away.
The hearing, seeing, or thinking of any other to have more, or so much as they themselves have, is as a quotidian ague to their bones, it pains them day and night, it Causes them to gnash their teeth, and melt away.
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So that as Iosephs brethren could not endure that their Father should loue him better then he loued them.
So that as Joseph's brothers could not endure that their Father should love him better then he loved them.
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And as the Princes of Babell could not abide that Daniell should be fauoured of the King aboue themselues;
And as the Princes of Babel could not abide that Daniell should be favoured of the King above themselves;
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so cannot these men endure, that the God of heauen should respect any before themselues, though they continually blaspheme his holy name, and no day will giue obedience vnto him.
so cannot these men endure, that the God of heaven should respect any before themselves, though they continually Blaspheme his holy name, and no day will give Obedience unto him.
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Oh the cursed nature of this same monster Enuie, which filleth men to the eyes,
O the cursed nature of this same monster Envy, which fills men to the eyes,
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and there it sitteth, and wheresoeuer through those windowes it espies a blessing, it is sicknesse and death vnto it.
and there it Sitteth, and wheresoever through those windows it espies a blessing, it is sickness and death unto it.
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Honor, wealth, prosperitie, and whatsoeuer is good in any, it repineth at.
Honour, wealth, Prosperity, and whatsoever is good in any, it repineth At.
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Men are not well, if they see others better, and in a manner, they doe hate to be happie, with any company.
Men Are not well, if they see Others better, and in a manner, they do hate to be happy, with any company.
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Should God send these to heauen, how would they brooke it? for there one starre excels another in glory (as the Apostle speakes) surely hell is the fittest place for such (without repentance) for there they shall see no matter of enuie,
Should God send these to heaven, how would they brook it? for there one star excels Another in glory (as the Apostle speaks) surely hell is the Fittest place for such (without Repentance) for there they shall see no matter of envy,
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but all obiects of extreame misery:
but all objects of extreme misery:
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And yet there also (so enuious are they) it may be they will desire to sit in the chayre,
And yet there also (so envious Are they) it may be they will desire to fit in the chair,
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and haue superiority, though they receiue the more torments. Secondly, let this serue for our instruction:
and have superiority, though they receive the more torments. Secondly, let this serve for our instruction:
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to fence and fortifie our selues against this diueilish enuie.
to fence and fortify our selves against this diueilish envy.
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Who is there that had not need be watchfull? are not the best and most sanctified amongst Gods children, apt to enuie and repine at others excelling in the graces of God? doth not this cursed weed sprout forth of the best ground, oftentimes to our shame? Hath not this euill had a hand in those many broyles and contentions, which haue bin amongst the faithfull from time to time? This cannot be denyed, it is too too apparent;
Who is there that had not need be watchful? Are not the best and most sanctified among God's children, apt to envy and repine At Others excelling in the graces of God? does not this cursed weed sprout forth of the best ground, oftentimes to our shame? Hath not this evil had a hand in those many broils and contentions, which have been among the faithful from time to time? This cannot be denied, it is too too apparent;
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striue therefore against this sinne, let all carnall emulation be restrained by euery one of vs:
strive Therefore against this sin, let all carnal emulation be restrained by every one of us:
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we need not want for Reasons to mooue vs hereunto; for we need not want for Reasons to move us hereunto; for
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First, consider, of all vices this is most vnprofitable, hauing in it neither profit, nor yet pleasure:
First, Consider, of all vices this is most unprofitable, having in it neither profit, nor yet pleasure:
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insomuch, that one saith, (and that truly) an enuious man hath a great deale of lesse wit in his malice, then a very bruite;
insomuch, that one Says, (and that truly) an envious man hath a great deal of less wit in his malice, then a very bruit;
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for whereas neither foule, nor fish, is taken in a snare without a bait, the spitefull wretch is brought to the Deuils hooke without any pleasant bit.
for whereas neither foul, nor Fish, is taken in a snare without a bait, the spiteful wretch is brought to the Devils hook without any pleasant bit.
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The voluptuous man hath a little pleasure: the couetous man a little profit; but the enuious neither of both.
The voluptuous man hath a little pleasure: the covetous man a little profit; but the envious neither of both.
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Secondly, consider, it is obnoxious and hurtfull: It hurteth others, and our selues;
Secondly, Consider, it is obnoxious and hurtful: It hurteth Others, and our selves;
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Others are hereby wronged, for this vice is not onely against charitie, which reioyceth in the good of others, as in our owne:
Others Are hereby wronged, for this vice is not only against charity, which rejoices in the good of Others, as in our own:
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but it also tends to crueltie, and causeth vs to seeke the bloud of others:
but it also tends to cruelty, and Causes us to seek the blood of Others:
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what caused Cain to murther Abel, but this sinne of enuie? What caused Saul to seeke after Dauids death,
what caused Cain to murder Abel, but this sin of envy? What caused Saul to seek After David death,
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but enuie? And what caused the Pharisies to crucifie the Lord of life, but this diuellish sinne of enuie? No wonder then we so often in Scripture finde, enuie and murther combind together and ioyned,
but envy? And what caused the Pharisees to crucify the Lord of life, but this devilish sin of envy? No wonder then we so often in Scripture find, envy and murder combined together and joined,
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as if they were twinnes, growing in one bodie, and could not be separated. Enuie is a Bloud-hound, and it seldome hunts, but hunts to death:
as if they were twins, growing in one body, and could not be separated. Envy is a Bloodhound, and it seldom hunt's, but hunt's to death:
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sometimes indeed it is cald off, but the will is euer good. As it hurteth others, so especially our selues:
sometime indeed it is called off, but the will is ever good. As it hurteth Others, so especially our selves:
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for this profitable quality, this vice aboue all other, is furnished with, that the owner thereof hath greatest dammage: for this profitable quality, this vice above all other, is furnished with, that the owner thereof hath greatest damage:
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And therefore one saith, It is the iustest of all vices, because it bringeth with it, its owne vengeance;
And Therefore one Says, It is the Justest of all vices, Because it brings with it, its own vengeance;
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God hath in iustice appoynted this to be a plague vnto it selfe.
God hath in Justice appointed this to be a plague unto it self.
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A sound heart is the life of the flesh, but enuy is the rottennesse of the bones, (saith Salomon. ) That is it is hurtfull to the body,A found heart is the life of the Flesh, but envy is the rottenness of the bones, (Says Solomon.) That is it is hurtful to the body,
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and painefull to the minde, and will quickly consume a man, and bring him to his end,
and painful to the mind, and will quickly consume a man, and bring him to his end,
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as the diseases which lie in the bones and eate vp the marrow.
as the diseases which lie in the bones and eat up the marrow.
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Whosoeuer findeth mee, shall stay mee, saith Caine: So may the enuious man say of himselfe;Whosoever finds me, shall stay me, Says Cain: So may the envious man say of himself;
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for either hee seeth in a man that which is good, and then he repineth: or else that which is euill, & so reioyceth;
for either he sees in a man that which is good, and then he repineth: or Else that which is evil, & so rejoices;
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and both these waies he slayeth his owne soule.
and both these ways he slays his own soul.
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See then what cause euery one of vs hath, to vse all sanctified and holy meanes, See then what cause every one of us hath, to use all sanctified and holy means,
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for the preuenting and purging of this vice away, it it haue seized on vs. And amongst others these.
for the preventing and purging of this vice away, it it have seized on us And among Others these.
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First, purge away all pride and selfe-loue, from whence this vice fumeth. First, purge away all pride and Self-love, from whence this vice fumeth.
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This remedy the Apostle S. Paul prescribeth to the Galatians, and in them to vs. Let vs not be desirous of vaine-glory, prouoking one another, enuying one another.
This remedy the Apostle S. Paul prescribeth to the Galatians, and in them to us Let us not be desirous of vainglory, provoking one Another, envying one Another.
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Sildome doe you see an humble man enuious.
Seldom do you see an humble man envious.
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And therefore labour for this grace, store your hearts with humility and Christian charity, for these will make you thankefull for your owne portions,
And Therefore labour for this grace, store your hearts with humility and Christian charity, for these will make you thankful for your own portions,
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and glad to see your brethren blessed in theirs.
and glad to see your brothers blessed in theirs.
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Secondly, labour to bee well perswaded of, and contented with Gods holy administration, in the distribubution of his gifts, Secondly, labour to be well persuaded of, and contented with God's holy administration, in the distribubution of his Gifts,
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whether temporall or eternall, concerning this life or a better. Remember God cannot be charged with folly, nor challenged of vnrighteousnes;
whither temporal or Eternal, Concerning this life or a better. remember God cannot be charged with folly, nor challenged of unrighteousness;
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he is an absolute disposer of his gifts, in what kinde soeuer, and may doe with his owne what hee thinkes good.
he is an absolute disposer of his Gifts, in what kind soever, and may do with his own what he thinks good.
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He is a sawcy beggar that quarrels at his almes, because another fares better: what euer our gifts are from God, they are meere almes;
He is a saucy beggar that quarrels At his alms, Because Another fares better: what ever our Gifts Are from God, they Are mere alms;
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For who hath giuen him first: Let not then thine eye bee euill, because his is good: For who hath given him First: Let not then thine eye be evil, Because his is good:
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what euer God giueth to others, know that thou hast more then thou doest deserue; and they haue nothing, but what God will.
what ever God gives to Others, know that thou hast more then thou dost deserve; and they have nothing, but what God will.
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Away then with this vice of Enuy.
Away then with this vice of Envy
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Thirdly, remember that the graces and good things, which other Christians haue, are for our good and benefit. Thirdly, Remember that the graces and good things, which other Christians have, Are for our good and benefit.
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As the good of one member of the body, serueth for the vse of another, in repining therfore against other mens gifts, we repine for that which is ours,
As the good of one member of the body, serveth for the use of Another, in repining Therefore against other men's Gifts, we repine for that which is ours,
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and maligne our owne wel fare. Fourthly, doe not onely eye the blessings, which our brethren doe enioy:
and malign our own well fare. Fourthly, do not only eye the blessings, which our brothers do enjoy:
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but withall, cast your eyes vpon the troubles, sorrowes, miseries, and calamities, which they sustaine.
but withal, cast your eyes upon the Troubles, sorrows, misery's, and calamities, which they sustain.
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Did we thus, we should be so farre from enuying of them, that many times wee should haue cause to pitty them, and pray for them.
Did we thus, we should be so Far from envying of them, that many times we should have cause to pity them, and pray for them.
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Fiftly, get a true loue of grace into thy heart, which if once thou gettest (though thou haue a holy emulation, not enuying their fulnesse,
Fifty, get a true love of grace into thy heart, which if once thou gettest (though thou have a holy emulation, not envying their fullness,
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but thine owne want, which indeed thou oughtst to haue) thou wilt not bee much troubled with a carnall emulation, enuying those gifts which God hath giuen them,
but thine own want, which indeed thou Ought too have) thou wilt not be much troubled with a carnal emulation, envying those Gifts which God hath given them,
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but thou wilt much respect them, where euer thou seest them. Lastly, be earnest with the Lord by prayer, earnestly intreat him to giue thee strength,
but thou wilt much respect them, where ever thou See them. Lastly, be earnest with the Lord by prayer, earnestly entreat him to give thee strength,
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for mortifying of this same sinne. Pray once, and then againe, yea twenty times; and if that will not serue the turne, adde fasting to it.
for mortifying of this same sin. prey once, and then again, yea twenty times; and if that will not serve the turn, add fasting to it.
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Vse these meanes, and I dare promise thee the victory in the end;
Use these means, and I Dare promise thee the victory in the end;
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for they are approoued remedies, and very forcible, for the curbing in, and subduing of this same sinne.
for they Are approved remedies, and very forcible, for the curbing in, and subduing of this same sin.
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And the last vse of this may be for admonition to all such as haue any preferments in Gods fauours aboue other, to looke for Enuie: thou canst not possibly escape the biting of it;
And the last use of this may be for admonition to all such as have any preferments in God's favours above other, to look for Envy: thou Canst not possibly escape the biting of it;
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hast thou grace, then thou hast matter enough within thee to cause the wicked to grate and gnash their teeth at thee.
hast thou grace, then thou hast matter enough within thee to cause the wicked to grate and gnash their teeth At thee.
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The eye of the enuious is sharp lighted, like the Eagles, and can soone see what is worthy of commendations,
The eye of the envious is sharp lighted, like the Eagles, and can soon see what is worthy of commendations,
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and for that they will most maligne thee, and seeke especially to defame thee.
and for that they will most malign thee, and seek especially to defame thee.
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If thou hast any goodnesse in thee, they will quickly descry it, and be discontented with thee,
If thou hast any Goodness in thee, they will quickly descry it, and be discontented with thee,
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and repine against thee for it.
and repine against thee for it.
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A Question was sometimes put forth (as I haue heard) vnto a companie of Physitians, what was the best helpe to the perspicuitie of the eyes,
A Question was sometime put forth (as I have herd) unto a company of Physicians, what was the best help to the perspicuity of the eyes,
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and for quickning of the sight? Some made answer, Fennell; others, Salendine, &c. But one amongst the rest, said Enuie was best of all.
and for quickening of the sighed? some made answer, Fennel; Others, Salendine, etc. But one among the rest, said Envy was best of all.
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For Enuie is very busie, and will spie quickly, and (like a prospectiue glasse) with the most, rather than with the least.
For Envy is very busy, and will spy quickly, and (like a prospective glass) with the most, rather than with the least.
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Looke then to be descryed and to be enuied; Look then to be descried and to be envied;
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thou canst not shun it (without thou shouldst follow the counsell, that sometimes a Philosopher gaue, to one that asked him how he might auoide it:
thou Canst not shun it (without thou Shouldst follow the counsel, that sometime a Philosopher gave, to one that asked him how he might avoid it:
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neither to doe nor say any thing that is good.) Thou mayst indeede saue thy selfe from the Lyar, by not speaking with him;
neither to do nor say any thing that is good.) Thou Mayest indeed save thy self from the Liar, by not speaking with him;
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from the Proud, by not accompanying with him; and from the Glutton, by not eating with him;
from the Proud, by not accompanying with him; and from the Glutton, by not eating with him;
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and from the Contentious, by not disputing with him; but from the Enuious, it is not sufficient, though thou flie or flatter him:
and from the Contentious, by not disputing with him; but from the Envious, it is not sufficient, though thou fly or flatter him:
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he cannot be well, if thou beest well; thy rising is litle lesse grieuous to him, then his owne falling.
he cannot be well, if thou Best well; thy rising is little less grievous to him, then his own falling.
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This the Heathen themselues haue obserued, and therefore when they saw an Enuious man sad, they would demand whether harme had hapned vnto him, or good vnto his neighbour.
This the Heathen themselves have observed, and Therefore when they saw an Envious man sad, they would demand whither harm had happened unto him, or good unto his neighbour.
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And indeed it may be questionable: for both these alike vex him. Hast thou then any gift or grace, wherein thou excellest;
And indeed it may be questionable: for both these alike vex him. Hast thou then any gift or grace, wherein thou excellest;
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or wherein thou doest equall others? then looke for some that will maligne thee: praemoniti, praemuniti, fore-warn'd, fore-arm'd;
or wherein thou dost equal Others? then look for Some that will malign thee: admonish, Praemuniti, forewarned, Forearmed;
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the streame ran euer so, and euer will.
the stream ran ever so, and ever will.
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And thus much be spoken of this first branch, which is the occasion or ground, from whence this elder brothers discontent arose. Now for the second:
And thus much be spoken of this First branch, which is the occasion or ground, from whence this elder Brother's discontent arose. Now for the second:
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and that is the manner how he expresseth it: laid downe in these words; And he answering said to his Father:
and that is the manner how he Expresses it: laid down in these words; And he answering said to his Father:
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Loe these many yeares doe I serue thee;
Lo these many Years do I serve thee;
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neither transgressed I at any time thy commandement, and yet thou neuer gauest me a Kid, that I might make merry with my freinds.
neither transgressed I At any time thy Commandment, and yet thou never Gavest me a Kid, that I might make merry with my Friends.
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But assoone at this thy son was come, which hath deuoured thy liuing with harlots, thou hast killed for him the fatted Calfe. But As soon At this thy son was come, which hath devoured thy living with harlots, thou hast killed for him the fatted Calf.
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Here we may see, how he expresseth this his discontent, by his expostulating the matter with his Father;
Here we may see, how he Expresses this his discontent, by his expostulating the matter with his Father;
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accusing him for hard and vnthankfull dealing; but iustifying of himselfe for his continuall and constant obedience.
accusing him for hard and unthankful dealing; but justifying of himself for his continual and constant Obedience.
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The point wee may hence learne is this.
The point we may hence Learn is this.
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It is a propertie of the wicked to expostulate the cause with God, and to complaine against his dealings as too hard and vniust. It is a property of the wicked to expostulate the cause with God, and to complain against his dealings as too hard and unjust.
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How common a thing was this with the carnall Israelites? how ordinarily did they obiect against Gods proceedings? Insomuch that the Lord was oftentimes faine to put his course vnto scanning,
How Common a thing was this with the carnal Israelites? how ordinarily did they Object against God's proceedings? Insomuch that the Lord was oftentimes feign to put his course unto scanning,
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and to call the people to a pleading, as by his prophet Esay: Come let vs reason togither, saith the Lord. And so in another place:
and to call the people to a pleading, as by his Prophet Isaiah: Come let us reason together, Says the Lord. And so in Another place:
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Wherefore I will plead with you, saith the Lord. And againe; Behold I will plead with thee, because thou sayest, I haue not sinned. Wherefore I will plead with you, Says the Lord. And again; Behold I will plead with thee, Because thou Sayest, I have not sinned.
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And in diuers other places, we haue the like speeche.
And in diverse other places, we have the like speech.
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This was the cause, why he did so often instruct his Prophets, how to answer the people,
This was the cause, why he did so often instruct his prophets, how to answer the people,
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when they began to reason with them about his wayes: as Ier, 5.19.
when they began to reason with them about his ways: as Jeremiah, 5.19.
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And it shall come to passe, when yee shall say, wherefore doth the Lord all these things vnto vs? then shalt thou answer them, And it shall come to pass, when ye shall say, Wherefore does the Lord all these things unto us? then shalt thou answer them,
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like as yee haue forsaken me &c. So againe: And it shall come to passe, when thou hast shewed this people all these words,
like as ye have forsaken me etc. So again: And it shall come to pass, when thou hast showed this people all these words,
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and they shall say vnto thee;
and they shall say unto thee;
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wherefore hath the Lord pronounced all this euill against vs? or what is our iniquitie? or what is our sinne that we haue committed against the Lord our God? Then shalt than say vnto them;
Wherefore hath the Lord pronounced all this evil against us? or what is our iniquity? or what is our sin that we have committed against the Lord our God? Then shalt than say unto them;
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because your fathers haue forsaken me &c. In the 58. of Esay, in the beginning of it, you may see their practise discouered:Because your Father's have forsaken me etc. In the 58. of Isaiah, in the beginning of it, you may see their practice discovered:
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for there we may finde them challenging God for hard measure:
for there we may find them challenging God for hard measure:
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Wherfore haue we fasted, say they, and thou seest it not? wherefore haue we afflicted our soules, Wherefore have we fasted, say they, and thou See it not? Wherefore have we afflicted our Souls,
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and thou takest no knowledge? As if God did them great wrong in nor harkning and attending on their suites.and thou Takest no knowledge? As if God did them great wrong in nor Harkening and attending on their suits.
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Thus did they in Ezechiels dayes, calumniate Gods proceedings of inequalitie: The fathers had eaten sowre grapes and the childrens teeth were set on edge.
Thus did they in Ezechiels days, calumniate God's proceedings of inequality: The Father's had eaten sour grapes and the Children's teeth were Set on edge.
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The fathers had sinned, and they must beare the punishment: what equalitie was in this? therefore they cry out:
The Father's had sinned, and they must bear the punishment: what equality was in this? Therefore they cry out:
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The way of the Lord is not equall. The Way of the Lord is not equal.
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Thus also in the time of Malachie, when they were reproued for any fault, how would they turne againe, Thus also in the time of Malachi, when they were reproved for any fault, how would they turn again,
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and in a manner challenge God to his face: You haue despised my name, saith the Lord:
and in a manner challenge God to his face: You have despised my name, Says the Lord:
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Wherein haue we despised thy name, saith the people? Yee haue wearied me with your words (saith the Lord) wherein haue we wearied thee, say the people? Returne vnto me, saith the Lord. Wherein have we despised thy name, Says the people? Ye have wearied me with your words (Says the Lord) wherein have we wearied thee, say the people? Return unto me, Says the Lord.
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But wherein shall we returne, said they? Yee haue robbed me, saith God: Wherein? say they. But wherein shall we return, said they? Ye have robbed me, Says God: Wherein? say they.
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Your words haue bin stout against me, saith the Lord:Your words have been stout against me, Says the Lord:
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What haue we spoken so much against thee, say they? Thus you see how ready they are to contest with the Lord, in euery particular, holding themselues innocent, What have we spoken so much against thee, say they? Thus you see how ready they Are to contest with the Lord, in every particular, holding themselves innocent,
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& thinking themselues more harder vsed then they had deserued.
& thinking themselves more harder used then they had deserved.
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And as this euer hath bin the propertie of the wicked, to plead against Gods proceedings; so it euer will be.
And as this ever hath been the property of the wicked, to plead against God's proceedings; so it ever will be.
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For at the last day, when the master of the house is risen vp, and hath shut to the dore &c. then shall some begin to say, we haue eaten and drunke in thy presence,
For At the last day, when the master of the house is risen up, and hath shut to the door etc. then shall Some begin to say, we have eaten and drunk in thy presence,
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and thou hast taught in our streets: and thou hast taught in our streets:
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and other some shall say, Haue we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name haue cast out Deuils? and in thy name done many wonderfull workes? challenging Christ for vniust dealing in condemning them:
and other Some shall say, Have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out Devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? challenging christ for unjust dealing in condemning them:
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Yea, and when they are, as it were going to execution, and at the last cast,
Yea, and when they Are, as it were going to execution, and At the last cast,
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after that fearefull sentence of Depart from me yee cursed into euerlasting fire prepared for the Diuell and his Angels is denounced against them;
After that fearful sentence of Depart from me ye cursed into everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his Angels is denounced against them;
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yet then they will plead also for themselues against the Lord: yet then they will plead also for themselves against the Lord:
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when saw we thee an hungred, or a thirst, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, when saw we thee an hungered, or a thirst, or a stranger, or naked, or sick,
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or in prison, and did not minister vnto thee? Thus challenging God for vniust sentence;or in prison, and did not minister unto thee? Thus challenging God for unjust sentence;
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holding themselues to be innocent, and guiltles, and to haue committed no such fault, as could deserue so heauy a doome.
holding themselves to be innocent, and guiltless, and to have committed no such fault, as could deserve so heavy a doom.
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And thus we haue seene this point (viz.) That it is the propertie of the wicked to expostulate the matter with God,
And thus we have seen this point (viz.) That it is the property of the wicked to expostulate the matter with God,
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and complaine against his proceedings, as vniust and vnequall, sufficiently cleared and confirmed.and complain against his proceedings, as unjust and unequal, sufficiently cleared and confirmed.
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If any demand to know the reason, then take it in a word, and this it is. They are ignorant and proud:
If any demand to know the reason, then take it in a word, and this it is. They Are ignorant and proud:
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They are ignorant of their owne estate and condition; they know not that they haue done euill, neither will they know it; They Are ignorant of their own estate and condition; they know not that they have done evil, neither will they know it;
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and therefore they think they haue deserued no such things, as God inflicteth on them. Hence commeth that reasoning, and expostulating, that censuring of, and pleading against Gods proceeding. Heare now the Vses.
and Therefore they think they have deserved no such things, as God inflicteth on them. Hence comes that reasoning, and expostulating, that censuring of, and pleading against God's proceeding. Hear now the Uses.
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And first behold a difference betwixt Gods children and wicked ones:
And First behold a difference betwixt God's children and wicked ones:
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The wicked (as we haue seene) are euermore obiecting against God and his proceedings;
The wicked (as we have seen) Are evermore objecting against God and his proceedings;
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and still complaining against his dealings, as vnequall and vniust.
and still complaining against his dealings, as unequal and unjust.
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But of how contrary a disposition is the childe of God? who is euermore content to submit himselfe to Gods seuerest courses;
But of how contrary a disposition is the child of God? who is evermore content to submit himself to God's Severest courses;
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alwaies acknowledging and confessing, that God is righteous in his proceedings, and pure in his actions.
always acknowledging and confessing, that God is righteous in his proceedings, and pure in his actions.
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So much did Nehemiah confesse, when he thus said, Surely thou art iust in all that is come vpon vs: So much did Nehemiah confess, when he thus said, Surely thou art just in all that is come upon us:
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for thou hast dealt truly, but we haue done wickedly. for thou hast dealt truly, but we have done wickedly.
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And so did Daniel, Righteousnes belongeth vnto thee, and vnto vs open shame &c. Thus doth the Church acquit the Lord from all iniustice in his dealings:
And so did daniel, Righteousness belongeth unto thee, and unto us open shame etc. Thus does the Church acquit the Lord from all injustice in his dealings:
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I will beare the wrath of the Lord, because I haue sinned against him. I will bear the wrath of the Lord, Because I have sinned against him.
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The like affection was in Dauid, as doth appeare by these, and the like sayings, Iust art thou when thou speakest, and pure when thou iudgest. And againe;
The like affection was in David, as does appear by these, and the like sayings, Just art thou when thou Speakest, and pure when thou Judges. And again;
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I know, oh Lord, that thy iudgements are right, and that thou hast afflicted me iustly. And else-where he thus speaketh; I know, o Lord, that thy Judgments Are right, and that thou hast afflicted me justly. And elsewhere he thus speaks;
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Righteous art thou (O Lord) and iust are thy iudgements. This might be further shewed by diuers other instances: Righteous art thou (Oh Lord) and just Are thy Judgments. This might be further showed by diverse other instances:
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as by that of Ely; who hearing of the iudgement intended by the Lord vpon him and his house, said thus, It is the Lord, let him doe what seemeth him good:
as by that of Ely; who hearing of the judgement intended by the Lord upon him and his house, said thus, It is the Lord, let him do what seems him good:
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as also by that of Hezekiah, who being reproued, and seuerely threatned, for his folly, in shewing his treasure vnto the Embassadors of the King of Babel, vsed these words:
as also by that of Hezekiah, who being reproved, and severely threatened, for his folly, in showing his treasure unto the ambassadors of the King of Babel, used these words:
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The word of the Lord is good, which thou hast spoken. The word of the Lord is good, which thou hast spoken.
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All these sayings manifestly shew their their readinesse to submit themselues to Gods good pleasure, without repining.
All these sayings manifestly show their their readiness to submit themselves to God's good pleasure, without repining.
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The like example wee haue in Iob, who charged not God with any vniust dealing (as the Text sheweth) but in the midst of his affliction blest and praised Gods name.
The like Exampl we have in Job, who charged not God with any unjust dealing (as the Text shows) but in the midst of his affliction blessed and praised God's name.
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And as this shewes a difference betweene the one and the other; so may it also serue for triall of our selues.
And as this shows a difference between the one and the other; so may it also serve for trial of our selves.
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Hath God afflicted thee any way, in body or in goods? and hath his hand lyen heauie on thee,
Hath God afflicted thee any Way, in body or in goods? and hath his hand lyen heavy on thee,
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and that all the day long (as Dauid speaketh.
and that all the day long (as David speaks.
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) Well how hast thou bin now affected and disposed? hast thou yeelded thy selfe with all submission to Gods proceedings? hast thou acknowledged the Lord to be iust and vpright in all his dealings? and hast thou quietly and without repining, submitted thy selfe to Gods seuerest courses? if so, it is a good signe of a sanctified heart: ) Well how hast thou been now affected and disposed? hast thou yielded thy self with all submission to God's proceedings? hast thou acknowledged the Lord to be just and upright in all his dealings? and hast thou quietly and without repining, submitted thy self to God's Severest courses? if so, it is a good Signen of a sanctified heart:
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But if (otherwise) thou hast murmured and repined, and expostulated the cause with God, complaining of wrong and iniury, esteeming thy selfe to bee hardly dealt withall to bee so vsed,
But if (otherwise) thou hast murmured and repined, and expostulated the cause with God, complaining of wrong and injury, esteeming thy self to be hardly dealt withal to be so used,
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and withall doest please thy selfe in this gaine-saying humor.
and withal dost please thy self in this gainsaying humour.
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Then let mee tell thee, it is an euident signe of a graceless soule & vnsanctified spirit.
Then let me tell thee, it is an evident Signen of a graceless soul & unsanctified Spirit.
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And if this be a true note of a wicked one to expostulate with God,
And if this be a true note of a wicked one to expostulate with God,
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and murmure against his proceedings, as we haue seene it is, then it will discouer many to be such:
and murmur against his proceedings, as we have seen it is, then it will discover many to be such:
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For how ordinary a thing is it in the day of trouble to heare men murmure and repine (yea, it may be curse and banne) against the Lord? what more vsuall then to dispute how this can stand with iustice,
For how ordinary a thing is it in the day of trouble to hear men murmur and repine (yea, it may be curse and ban) against the Lord? what more usual then to dispute how this can stand with Justice,
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thus and thus to punish? How are Gods dealings censured and called into question by the sonnes of men? And how doe men (as it were) challenge God to his face of vnequall and vniust proceedings? I doe indeed confesse, that through extreamity of anguish Gods dearest children may forget themselues somtimes:
thus and thus to Punish? How Are God's dealings censured and called into question by the Sons of men? And how do men (as it were) challenge God to his face of unequal and unjust proceedings? I do indeed confess, that through extremity of anguish God's dearest children may forget themselves sometimes:
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and so did Iob and Dauid, whose feet were almost gone, but in their cooler bloud they will recall their errour,
and so did Job and David, whose feet were almost gone, but in their cooler blood they will Recall their error,
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and smite vpon their thighes, and lay their hands vpon their mouthes, & though they speak once,
and smite upon their thighs, and lay their hands upon their mouths, & though they speak once,
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yet they wil answer no more as Iob speaketh: And as Dauid saith, his soule shall keepe silence vnto the Lord.
yet they will answer no more as Job speaks: And as David Says, his soul shall keep silence unto the Lord.
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They will not please themselues in that gaine-saying humor, but labour to represse all such repining thoughts, and distempered passions.
They will not please themselves in that gainsaying humour, but labour to repress all such repining thoughts, and distempered passion.
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Thirdly, Seeing it is a property of the wicked thus to expostulate with God, and complaine of his proceedings as vniust and vnequall;
Thirdly, Seeing it is a property of the wicked thus to expostulate with God, and complain of his proceedings as unjust and unequal;
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then let this disposition be farre from all such as feare the Lord;
then let this disposition be Far from all such as Fear the Lord;
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let not the godly walke in the way of sinners, but refraine their feet from this path:
let not the godly walk in the Way of Sinners, but refrain their feet from this path:
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Let vs learne to iustirie God in all his waies, & to acknowledge him to be righteous in all his workes and actions.
Let us Learn to iustirie God in all his ways, & to acknowledge him to be righteous in all his works and actions.
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Hath the Lord layd on thee sicknesse, pouerty, imprisonment, or any other grieuous crosse? see (then) thou vndergoe it wihout murmuring or repining:
Hath the Lord laid on thee sickness, poverty, imprisonment, or any other grievous cross? see (then) thou undergo it wihout murmuring or repining:
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Charge not God with any hard or vniust dealing;
Charge not God with any hard or unjust dealing;
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for shall not the Iudge of all the world doe right, said Abraham? yea, our God cannot but doe right,
for shall not the Judge of all the world do right, said Abraham? yea, our God cannot but do right,
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for righteousnesse is essentiall vnto him; it is himselfe, and hee may assoone denie himselfe as deale vniustly.
for righteousness is essential unto him; it is himself, and he may As soon deny himself as deal unjustly.
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His will is the rule of Iustice, and therefore it must bee iust because hee willeth it.
His will is the Rule of justice, and Therefore it must be just Because he wills it.
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Let this then be enough for thee and me, the Lord will haue it so. Learne thou with Dauid to bee dumbe and silent, because God hath done it.
Let this then be enough for thee and me, the Lord will have it so. Learn thou with David to be dumb and silent, Because God hath done it.
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Doe not dare to entertaine such a thought within thy heart, as that there should be any iniustice with him;
Do not Dare to entertain such a Thought within thy heart, as that there should be any injustice with him;
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learne (effectually) that golden saying of that kingly Prophet Righteous art thou, O Lord, and iust are thy iudgements Which verse Mauritius the Emperour vttered when he saw his wife and children put to death before his eyes:
Learn (effectually) that golden saying of that kingly Prophet Righteous art thou, Oh Lord, and just Are thy Judgments Which verse Mauritius the Emperor uttered when he saw his wife and children put to death before his eyes:
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and when he was fitting himselfe to lay his owne necke vpon the blocke, because when he might haue redeemed the life of his Souldiers taken by the enemy,
and when he was fitting himself to lay his own neck upon the block, Because when he might have redeemed the life of his Soldiers taken by the enemy,
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for a small summe of money would not, but suffered them all to be put vnto the sword.
for a small sum of money would not, but suffered them all to be put unto the sword.
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I confesse this is sooner said the• done, and sooner taught then learned; for it is no easi• thing to curbe and keepe vnder our owne vnruly passions:
I confess this is sooner said the• done, and sooner taught then learned; for it is no easi• thing to curb and keep under our own unruly passion:
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yet let vs striue and labour by all good meanes to subdue them, and represse them.
yet let us strive and labour by all good means to subdue them, and repress them.
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Arise, and goe downe to the potters house, and there I will cause thee to heare my words (said God to Ieremiah: ) So let vs arise and goe downe to the potters house,Arise, and go down to the potters house, and there I will cause thee to hear my words (said God to Jeremiah:) So let us arise and go down to the potters house,
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and his clay and wheele shall teach vs many good instructions.
and his clay and wheel shall teach us many good instructions.
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The clay in fashioning vpon the wheele is plyable, and readily receiueth any forme or fashion.
The clay in fashioning upon the wheel is pliable, and readily receiveth any Form or fashion.
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God is the Potter, and we as clay vnto him, how comes it then we grow discontented with his proceedings? Some are poore, others base;
God is the Potter, and we as clay unto him, how comes it then we grow discontented with his proceedings? some Are poor, Others base;
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and some are sickly, and othersome deformed;
and Some Are sickly, and Othersome deformed;
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these looking vpon others, who are more noble, rich, strong, proportionable, &c. say vsually with discontentment, God might haue made me thus, or thus, as these.
these looking upon Others, who Are more noble, rich, strong, proportionable, etc. say usually with discontentment, God might have made me thus, or thus, as these.
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But who art thou that disputest with thy maker? shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, why hast thou made me thus? Hath not the potter power ouer the clay of the same lumpe, to make one vessell to honour, and another vnto dishonour? Behold, But who art thou that Disputes with thy maker? shall the thing formed say to him that formed it, why hast thou made me thus? Hath not the potter power over the clay of the same lump, to make one vessel to honour, and Another unto dishonour? Behold,
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as the clay is in the potters hand, so are you in mine, O house of Israel (saith the Lord.) Be thou content then with Gods dealing,as the clay is in the potters hand, so Are you in mine, Oh house of Israel (Says the Lord.) Be thou content then with God's dealing,
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for Woe be vnto him that striueth with his Maker. Let the potsheard striue with the potsheards of the earth:
for Woe be unto him that strives with his Maker. Let the potsherd strive with the potsherds of the earth:
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shall the clay say to him that fashioneth it, what makest thou? If thou wilt needes contest, contest with man, with a potsheard like thy selfe;shall the clay say to him that fashioneth it, what Makest thou? If thou wilt needs contest, contest with man, with a potsherd like thy self;
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but beware of contending with the Lord thy maker.
but beware of contending with the Lord thy maker.
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Lay thou thy hand vpon thy mouth, and be content, though thou were assured (which thou canst not be) that God hath made thee a vessell of dishonour, and ordained thee to damnation.
Lay thou thy hand upon thy Mouth, and be content, though thou were assured (which thou Canst not be) that God hath made thee a vessel of dishonour, and ordained thee to damnation.
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When then thou feelest corruption to arise, and beginne to plead against Gods proceedings, remember the Potters house, and check thy selfe.
When then thou Feel corruption to arise, and begin to plead against God's proceedings, Remember the Potters house, and check thy self.
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His dealings are alwaies iust and equall;
His dealings Are always just and equal;
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and if thou canst not see it, condemne thy owne blindnesse, and not them, nor him for them.
and if thou Canst not see it, condemn thy own blindness, and not them, nor him for them.
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And lastly, this may serue for comfort, to all such as finde themselues to haue a yeelding spirit, quietly, without murmuring or repining, submitting themselues to Gods seuerest courses:
And lastly, this may serve for Comfort, to all such as find themselves to have a yielding Spirit, quietly, without murmuring or repining, submitting themselves to God's Severest courses:
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And though the Lord lay on them many a sore affliction, and heauy crosse, yet they still iustifie him, and condemne themselues:
And though the Lord lay on them many a soar affliction, and heavy cross, yet they still justify him, and condemn themselves:
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confessing that God is righteous, but it is they who haue done wickedly.
confessing that God is righteous, but it is they who have done wickedly.
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And withall, acknowledge it is his mercy, that he sends no greater, and layes no sorer iudgements on them.
And withal, acknowledge it is his mercy, that he sends no greater, and lays no Sorer Judgments on them.
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And if at sometimes they feele (for indeede, who at sometimes shall not) their owne rebellious passions to arise,
And if At sometime they feel (for indeed, who At sometime shall not) their own rebellious passion to arise,
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and the flesh begin to repine and murmur, they will straight checke it and controll it, not daring to harbour a thought or conceit of Gods hard dealing.
and the Flesh begin to repine and murmur, they will straight check it and control it, not daring to harbour a Thought or conceit of God's hard dealing.
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Let such as these know, they haue a notable euidence of a sanctified soule, and let them make much of it,
Let such as these know, they have a notable evidence of a sanctified soul, and let them make much of it,
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for this may comfort them in the midst of trouble:
for this may Comfort them in the midst of trouble:
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For assuredly, a great measure of grace hast thou attained vnto, who art come thus farre.
For assuredly, a great measure of grace hast thou attained unto, who art come thus Far.
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Now further, marke what a goodly colour this elder sonne hath for this his doing.
Now further, mark what a goodly colour this elder son hath for this his doing.
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VERS. 22. Loe, these many yeeres doe I serue thee, neither transgressed I at any time thy commandement, VERS. 22. Lo, these many Years do I serve thee, neither transgressed I At any time thy Commandment,
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and yet thou neuer gauest mee a kid, that I might make merry with my friends.
and yet thou never Gavest me a kid, that I might make merry with my Friends.
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30. But assoone as this thy sonne was come, which hath deuoured thy liuing with harlots, thou hast killed for him the fatted calfe.30. But As soon as this thy son was come, which hath devoured thy living with harlots, thou hast killed for him the fatted calf.
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GOodly paint vpon a rotten post: Heere is a glorious varnish vpon a bad action. Hee was indeede discontent and angry, and would not come in;
GOodly paint upon a rotten post: Here is a glorious varnish upon a bad actium. He was indeed discontent and angry, and would not come in;
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but hoe giues the reason, and doth alledge the cause. Hence learne, What sinne soeuer wicked men commit, they haue some colour for it:
but hoe gives the reason, and does allege the cause. Hence Learn, What sin soever wicked men commit, they have Some colour for it:
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They haue faire pretences for their foule sinnes.
They have fair pretences for their foul Sins.
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Saul, when hee offered sacrifice contrary to Gods will, being reprooued for it, hee straight alledgeth a reason, Because I saw that the peole were scattered from mee, and that thou camest not within the dayes appoynted, &c. I forced my selfe therefore, and offered a burnt offering. Saul, when he offered sacrifice contrary to God's will, being reproved for it, he straight allegeth a reason, Because I saw that the people were scattered from me, and that thou camest not within the days appointed, etc. I forced my self Therefore, and offered a burned offering.
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So for his sparing the sheepe and oxen, and the best of the spoyle (which with the Amalekites should haue beene destroyed) he hath some colour.
So for his sparing the sheep and oxen, and the best of the spoil (which with the Amalekites should have been destroyed) he hath Some colour.
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It was to sacrifice vnto the Lord. Thus Ahab and Iezabel couer the murther of Naboth with iustice against blasphemy. It was to sacrifice unto the Lord. Thus Ahab and Jezebel cover the murder of Naboth with Justice against blasphemy.
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Hee did blasph•me God and the King (said those men of Belial, which witnessed against him.) So Iudas pretended the poore,He did blasph•me God and the King (said those men of Belial, which witnessed against him.) So Iudas pretended the poor,
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and his great care of them, when hee grudged his Master a little vnction; when as indeede, This hee sayd, not, that he cared for the poore:
and his great care of them, when he grudged his Master a little unction; when as indeed, This he said, not, that he cared for the poor:
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but because he was a theefe, and had the bag, and bare what was put therein. but Because he was a thief, and had the bag, and bore what was put therein.
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The like wee see in the cheefe Priests, who taking counsell together, for the putting of Christ to death, haue for their couer, the safety of the people.
The like we see in the chief Priests, who taking counsel together, for the putting of christ to death, have for their cover, the safety of the people.
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If we let him alone, the Romans shall come and take away both our place and nation. If we let him alone, the Roman shall come and take away both our place and Nation.
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And therfore it is expedient (sayd Cayphus) that one man should dye for the people, and that the whole nation perish not. And Therefore it is expedient (said Cayphus) that one man should die for the people, and that the Whole Nation perish not.
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Many other examples might be brought to prooue this, as that of Simeon and Leui against the Sichemites, who had a pretence to couer that their cruell murther, Should hee deale with our sister, as with an harlot.
Many other Examples might be brought to prove this, as that of Simeon and Levi against the Sichemites, who had a pretence to cover that their cruel murder, Should he deal with our sister, as with an harlot.
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So the Israelites touching their Idolatry. And Herod, whose cruell intention wanted not a couer. But these that haue been brought, doe sufficiently, prooue the poynt that hath beene deliuered. Heare now the Reasons.
So the Israelites touching their Idolatry. And Herod, whose cruel intention wanted not a cover. But these that have been brought, do sufficiently, prove the point that hath been Delivered. Hear now the Reasons.
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Wicked men would not be thought to be, a indeed they are, corrupt, abominable: neither would they haue their actions that proceede from them, to bee esteemed as wicked and vniust:
Wicked men would not be Thought to be, a indeed they Are, corrupt, abominable: neither would they have their actions that proceed from them, to be esteemed as wicked and unjust:
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Hence is it, that they seeke for pretences and excuses (as Adam for fig-leaues) to hide their sinne and shame.
Hence is it, that they seek for pretences and excuses (as Adam for Fig leaves) to hide their sin and shame.
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Secondly, Reason is one of the principall faculties in man;
Secondly, Reason is one of the principal faculties in man;
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and therefore, though oftentimes hee denies the rule of reason, yet neuer will he absolutely deny reason, (without he will deny himselfe.) Hence it is, that men will haue some reason (though false reason before they will haue none) for euery thing they doe, bee it neuer so vile or wicked. The vses follow.
and Therefore, though oftentimes he Denies the Rule of reason, yet never will he absolutely deny reason, (without he will deny himself.) Hence it is, that men will have Some reason (though false reason before they will have none) for every thing they do, be it never so vile or wicked. The uses follow.
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First, this serueth the reprooue many, who set godly shewes vpon their euill doings, and varnish their sinnes with false colours.
First, this serveth thee reprove many, who Set godly shows upon their evil doings, and varnish their Sins with false colours.
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As first the Papists, who set deceitfull colours vpon their superstitious practices.
As First the Papists, who Set deceitful colours upon their superstitious practices.
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As for their sacrilegious dealing, in with-holding the Cup from the people, they haue this colour, The wine is in danger to be spilt,
As for their sacrilegious dealing, in withholding the Cup from the people, they have this colour, The wine is in danger to be spilled,
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and what needes the pe••le to haue the cup, is not his bloud in the veines (say they) and doe not the people receiue whole Christ, body and bloud and all;
and what needs the pe••le to have the cup, is not his blood in the Veins (say they) and do not the people receive Whole christ, body and blood and all;
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when they receiue the bread? And so for their Idolatry, in worshipping of Images;
when they receive the bred? And so for their Idolatry, in worshipping of Images;
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thus they colour it, we worship not the Image, but God in the Image, and Images are Laymens bookes, very needefull (say they) for their encrease in knowledge.
thus they colour it, we worship not the Image, but God in the Image, and Images Are Laymens books, very needful (say they) for their increase in knowledge.
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The like colours haue they for their praying to Saints and Angels, they honour them (they say) but as the friends of God,
The like colours have they for their praying to Saints and Angels, they honour them (they say) but as the Friends of God,
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and goe vnto them, but as vnto Mediatours;
and go unto them, but as unto Mediators;
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for it were great presumption for them to come to God themselues, considering their owne vnworthinesse:
for it were great presumption for them to come to God themselves, considering their own unworthiness:
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and therefore, in humility, they goe to these, that they may entreat God, and make intercession for them.
and Therefore, in humility, they go to these, that they may entreat God, and make Intercession for them.
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And these faire pretences haue they, to couer their abhominable Idolatry:
And these fair pretences have they, to cover their abominable Idolatry:
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And hence it is, that the dregs of that religion are so settled in the hearts of many,
And hence it is, that the dregs of that Religion Are so settled in the hearts of many,
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so that by no meanes they can bee rooted out, and all because of this deceitfull varnish. But to our selues;
so that by no means they can be rooted out, and all Because of this deceitful varnish. But to our selves;
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for who seeth not in what request this Art of colouring is? Complexion makers wee haue (as one saith well) not onely for withered faces of ouerworne Strumpets; for who sees not in what request this Art of colouring is? Complexion makers we have (as one Says well) not only for withered faces of overworn Strumpets;
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but also for the vgliest and most deformed sins.
but also for the ugliest and most deformed Sins.
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What vice so odious, that hath not found a couer? What sinne so grosse, which (once committed) hath not some faire pretence? Gods Sabboths are broken;
What vice so odious, that hath not found a cover? What sin so gross, which (once committed) hath not Some fair pretence? God's Sabbaths Are broken;
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his name blasphemed, his seruice neglected, our brethren defrauded, the poore oppressed, and all vnder pretence of necessitie of liuing in the world,
his name blasphemed, his service neglected, our brothers defrauded, the poor oppressed, and all under pretence of necessity of living in the world,
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and maintaining wife and children, with the rest of our familie.
and maintaining wife and children, with the rest of our family.
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Thus many (I say not all) of you Shop-keepers, perswade yourselues (as your practise testifieth) that you could not liue,
Thus many (I say not all) of you Shopkeepers, persuade yourselves (as your practice Testifieth) that you could not live,
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if you should not lie, and deceiue, for by this craft, you get your gaine:
if you should not lie, and deceive, for by this craft, you get your gain:
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So other Tradesmen, as Taylors, Shoomakers, Vintners, Butchers, Chandlers, and the like, thinke they may be dispensed with,
So other Tradesmen, as Tailors, Shoemakers, Vintners, Butchers, Chandlers, and the like, think they may be dispensed with,
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though they labour in the workes of their callings on the Sabboth day, because otherwise they should loose their custome, together with their gaine, by which they are enabled to maintaine themselues, and theirs.
though they labour in the works of their callings on the Sabbath day, Because otherwise they should lose their custom, together with their gain, by which they Are enabled to maintain themselves, and theirs.
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Yea, and vnder this pretence, many liue in vnlawfull callings, as Vsurers, Players, Gamsters, and the like:
Yea, and under this pretence, many live in unlawful callings, as Usurers, Players, Gamesters, and the like:
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but what better pretence haue these, then Harlots, Theeues, and Pickpurses, who vse those courses,
but what better pretence have these, then Harlots, Thieves, and Pickpurses, who use those courses,
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because they haue no other meanes to liue and maintaine themselues? If this be a sufficient cloake for sinne,
Because they have no other means to live and maintain themselves? If this be a sufficient cloak for sin,
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then Tiburne hath the more cause to complaine, where many a one haue ended their dayes,
then Tiburn hath the more cause to complain, where many a one have ended their days,
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for their robbing and taking mens purses by the high way side, though they haue pretended, that they had no other means to liue by,
for their robbing and taking men's purses by the high Way side, though they have pretended, that they had no other means to live by,
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and if they had not done this, they knew not which way to haue maintained themselues.
and if they had not done this, they knew not which Way to have maintained themselves.
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Away then with this sottish excuse, and fond pretence, for better were it for thee not to liue at all,
Away then with this sottish excuse, and found pretence, for better were it for thee not to live At all,
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then to liue in sinne, to the dishonour of God, and hurt of thy brethren; and farre better were it that thy bodie should pine and famish in this world,
then to live in sin, to the dishonour of God, and hurt of thy brothers; and Far better were it that thy body should pine and famish in this world,
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then that thy bodie and soule should for euer fry in hell torments.
then that thy body and soul should for ever fry in hell torments.
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So other-some being reproued for their neglect of good duties, and holy exercises which God enioynes; So Othersome being reproved for their neglect of good duties, and holy exercises which God enjoins;
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pretend their pouertie and meane estate; our whole time say they is little enough to prouide for necessaries;
pretend their poverty and mean estate; our Whole time say they is little enough to provide for necessaries;
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wee haue no leisure to heare Sermons, read the Word, pray with our familie, as other haue;
we have no leisure to hear Sermons, read the Word, pray with our family, as other have;
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and if we should do this we may beg our bread, except we should vse fraud and deceit, to supply our need.
and if we should do this we may beg our bred, except we should use fraud and deceit, to supply our need.
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But let such know, this is no sufficient excuse for the neglect of holy duties.
But let such know, this is no sufficient excuse for the neglect of holy duties.
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For one thing is necessary, as our Sauiour telleth Martha, and we must rid our selues of worldly encumbrances, to choose the better part.
For one thing is necessary, as our Saviour Telleth Martha, and we must rid our selves of worldly encumbrances, to choose the better part.
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If we would first seeke the Kingdome of heauen, and the righteousnesse thereof, all these things should be giuen vnto vs. We haue Gods gracious promise for earthly necessaries.
If we would First seek the Kingdom of heaven, and the righteousness thereof, all these things should be given unto us We have God's gracious promise for earthly necessaries.
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Sundry other pretences doe many bring to defend their sinne, as that they doe it to preuent a further mischiefe.
Sundry other pretences do many bring to defend their sin, as that they do it to prevent a further mischief.
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Thus doe the Papists excuse the maintaining of their Stewes: we doe it, say they, to preuent a further inconuenience.
Thus do the Papists excuse the maintaining of their Stews: we do it, say they, to prevent a further inconvenience.
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Others pretend, they doe this, or this euill onely for this end, that by their owne experience, they may see the vanitie and vilenesse of it.
Others pretend, they do this, or this evil only for this end, that by their own experience, they may see the vanity and vileness of it.
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So doe many of our Cittizens goe to see masse for trials sake, and that againe & againe,
So do many of our Citizens go to see mass for trials sake, and that again & again,
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yea, and for a need can bow their knee to Baal: tell them of this, they colour it with this pretence, they goe indeed to see it,
yea, and for a need can bow their knee to Baal: tell them of this, they colour it with this pretence, they go indeed to see it,
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but it is with a good intent, that they might learne the more to loath it.
but it is with a good intent, that they might Learn the more to loath it.
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I might instance in sundry other particulars, as for the hearing of the word, some will heare once a moneth,
I might instance in sundry other particulars, as for the hearing of the word, Some will hear once a Monn,
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or at most once a day, but no oftner, for, say they, we can heare more then,
or At most once a day, but no oftener, for, say they, we can hear more then,
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then we can practise all our dayes.
then we can practise all our days.
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And the like, for their comming to the Lords table, they cannot come, because they are not in charitie,
And the like, for their coming to the lords table, they cannot come, Because they Are not in charity,
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or they are not prepared as they ought to be.
or they Are not prepared as they ought to be.
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Thus are we growne skilfull in varnishing of sin, thus doe we blaunch our vile blemishes,
Thus Are we grown skilful in varnishing of since, thus do we blanch our vile blemishes,
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and putrified sores, which euidently shewes that we are ranke hypocrites, and exceeding sinners against the Lord.
and Putrified sores, which evidently shows that we Are rank Hypocrites, and exceeding Sinners against the Lord.
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Secondly, let this admonish vs, that we colour not our actions, when we know they be euill,
Secondly, let this admonish us, that we colour not our actions, when we know they be evil,
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neither set a faire glosse on them as the wicked doe, alwayes remembring, that albeit colouring may serue vs for aduantage amongst men,
neither Set a fair gloss on them as the wicked doe, always remembering, that albeit colouring may serve us for advantage among men,
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yet to his eyes with whom we haue to doe, all things are naked and vncouered, Hee cannot be deceiued by any pretence,
yet to his eyes with whom we have to do, all things Are naked and uncovered, He cannot be deceived by any pretence,
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though neuer so cunningly contriued, though man may be:
though never so cunningly contrived, though man may be:
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It is not pretence will stead vs at that day, when God shall enlighten things that are hidden in darkenesse: It is not pretence will stead us At that day, when God shall enlighten things that Are hidden in darkness:
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then shall all things appeare as they are, and all coulourable pretences shall vanish away as smoake;
then shall all things appear as they Are, and all colourable pretences shall vanish away as smoke;
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then shall the very secret parts of thy heart bee discouered, and thy very thoughts shall be made manifest.
then shall the very secret parts of thy heart be discovered, and thy very thoughts shall be made manifest.
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And thus much be spoken of the second branch, wherin we haue seene, how this elder brother expressed this his discontent, viz. by his reasoning with,
And thus much be spoken of the second branch, wherein we have seen, how this elder brother expressed this his discontent, viz. by his reasoning with,
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and accusing of his Father for vnkindnesse;
and accusing of his Father for unkindness;
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which accusation he doth amplifie, by an Antithesis, He had beene obedient, and his younger brother disobedient.
which accusation he does amplify, by an Antithesis, He had been obedient, and his younger brother disobedient.
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Now we come to the third and last branch, wherein we are to see how this his anger is quallified: And that is done two wayes.
Now we come to the third and last branch, wherein we Are to see how this his anger is qualified: And that is done two ways.
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First, by his Fathers kind intreatie of him. ver. 28. And secondly, by the Apollogie, which his Father made, conteined in the two last verses.
First, by his Father's kind intreaty of him. ver. 28. And secondly, by the Apology, which his Father made, contained in the two last Verses.
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For the first, and from the first of these, we may learne thus much;
For the First, and from the First of these, we may Learn thus much;
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When God hath to deale with sinners, he dealeth with them in a milde and meeke manner, When God hath to deal with Sinners, he deals with them in a mild and meek manner,
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and not in furie and rage. and not in fury and rage.
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The Father we see doth deale with him in a peaceable manner, he commeth and intreats him to come in,
The Father we see does deal with him in a peaceable manner, he comes and intreats him to come in,
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and doth not in a furie will him to be packing, and come no more within his doores.
and does not in a fury will him to be packing, and come no more within his doors.
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Instead of chiding, he fals to intreating; and in peaceable termes, debates the matter with him.
Instead of chiding, he falls to entreating; and in peaceable terms, debates the matter with him.
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By whose practise, Gods gracious dealing with sinners is set forth.
By whose practice, God's gracious dealing with Sinners is Set forth.
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For the further proofe of this truth, doe but remember Gods manner of proceeding with our Grandfather Adam, after he had eaten of the forbidden fruit,
For the further proof of this truth, do but Remember God's manner of proceeding with our Grandfather Adam, After he had eaten of the forbidden fruit,
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and had hid himselfe amongst the bushes.
and had hid himself among the Bushes.
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Adam (saith he) where art thou? Hast thou eaten of the tree whereof I told thee thou shouldst not eate? Thus in quiet and peaceable termes did God reason the matter with him, Adam (Says he) where art thou? Hast thou eaten of the tree whereof I told thee thou Shouldst not eat? Thus in quiet and peaceable terms did God reason the matter with him,
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and did not with furie and violence come vpon him.
and did not with fury and violence come upon him.
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And after the same maner did he deale with Cain. Where is Abel thy brother? What hast thou done? The voyce of thy brothers bloud cryeth vnto me from the ground.
And After the same manner did he deal with Cain. Where is Abel thy brother? What hast thou done? The voice of thy Brother's blood Cries unto me from the ground.
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Such likewise was his dealing with the rebellious Israelites, continually from time to time, as is manifest in Scripture,
Such likewise was his dealing with the rebellious Israelites, continually from time to time, as is manifest in Scripture,
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and cannot be vnknowne to such as are exercised (though but meanely) in the reading of Scripture.
and cannot be unknown to such as Are exercised (though but meanly) in the reading of Scripture.
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The reasons of Gods so dealing may be these; First, that the sinner might be brought to a sight of his sinne the better,
The Reasons of God's so dealing may be these; First, that the sinner might be brought to a sighed of his sin the better,
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and so either conuinced or conuerted:
and so either convinced or converted:
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For this milde and gentle kind of dealing doth much sooner cause the offender to see his fault,
For this mild and gentle kind of dealing does much sooner cause the offender to see his fault,
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then a hasty and passionate proceeding doth or can. And a second reason may be this;
then a hasty and passionate proceeding does or can. And a second reason may be this;
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Wicked ones (if they belong not vnto God) must be let goe on to the height of impietie,
Wicked ones (if they belong not unto God) must be let go on to the height of impiety,
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and extremitie of prophanenesse, and therefore they are suffered to goe on without checke or controll (hauing no bands almost either in life or death) that they might fill vp the measure of their sinnes to the very brim;
and extremity of profaneness, and Therefore they Are suffered to go on without check or control (having no bans almost either in life or death) that they might fill up the measure of their Sins to the very brim;
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and afterwards be filled with wrath, they being vessels of wrath, as the Apostle speaketh. Now for the vses.
and afterwards be filled with wrath, they being vessels of wrath, as the Apostle speaks. Now for the uses.
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And first seeing this is so, that God himselfe when he hath to deale with sinners, doth deale so mildly,
And First seeing this is so, that God himself when he hath to deal with Sinners, does deal so mildly,
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and in so peaceable a manner:
and in so peaceable a manner:
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this then serueth for the iust reproofe of such, as hauing to deale either with friend or foe, grow hot & boysterous if they be a little mooued or prouoked:
this then serveth for the just reproof of such, as having to deal either with friend or foe, grow hight & boisterous if they be a little moved or provoked:
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Of so fiery and furious a disposition are they, as if you mooue them but a little by a word,
Of so fiery and furious a disposition Are they, as if you move them but a little by a word,
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or the least neglect that may be, they will be readie to reuenge it with a blow, or with a stab:
or the least neglect that may be, they will be ready to revenge it with a blow, or with a stab:
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too many such hastie and turbulent spirits are amongst vs, the Lord amend vs. But let such take notice of Gods peaceable dealing,
too many such hasty and turbulent spirits Are among us, the Lord amend us But let such take notice of God's peaceable dealing,
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and proceeding, euen with the vessels of his wrath, who commeth not vpon them with such fury and rage,
and proceeding, even with the vessels of his wrath, who comes not upon them with such fury and rage,
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but reasons with them in milde and quiet termes.
but Reasons with them in mild and quiet terms.
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How farre are these from imitating God, as good children ought to doe? But I am crossed and prouoked,
How Far Are these from imitating God, as good children ought to do? But I am crossed and provoked,
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so that I cannot forbeare, let me alone, prouoke me not, and I am meeke enough. A worthy commendation;
so that I cannot forbear, let me alone, provoke me not, and I am meek enough. A worthy commendation;
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The bruit beast will scarce stirre vnprouoked:
The bruit beast will scarce stir unprovoked:
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and the Deuill himselfe (according to the Prouerbe) is good, so long as he is pleased? And art thou good no longer? Why then let this be thy commendations;
and the devil himself (according to the Proverb) is good, so long as he is pleased? And art thou good no longer? Why then let this be thy commendations;
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thou art as meeke as a Beare, or as a Lyon, or as a Tyger: and of as milde a disposition,
thou art as meek as a Bear, or as a lion, or as a Tiger: and of as mild a disposition,
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as the Deuill is, for these are quiet, if they be not crossed, and so by thy owne confession art thou,
as the devil is, for these Are quiet, if they be not crossed, and so by thy own Confessi art thou,
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but not else, for if thou beest stirred, then thou must needs speake, there is no remedie.
but not Else, for if thou Best stirred, then thou must needs speak, there is no remedy.
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Is this that Christian meeknesse which thou art commaunded to put on; Is this that Christian meekness which thou art commanded to put on;
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and called vpon to learne of Christ? He dealt not roughly with his enemies, no, not with Iudas, when he came to apprehend him,
and called upon to Learn of christ? He dealt not roughly with his enemies, no, not with Iudas, when he Come to apprehend him,
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and betray him into the hands of sinners, but called him friend: Christ Iesus neuer taught thee to be so hot and hastie in dealing with thy enemie, much lesse in dealing with thy friend and brother:
and betray him into the hands of Sinners, but called him friend: christ Iesus never taught thee to be so hight and hasty in dealing with thy enemy, much less in dealing with thy friend and brother:
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know then thy meekenesse is no Christian meekenesse, but a brutish meekenesse, such a meeknesse as is to be found in the Beare and Tyger, as formerly I haue sayd.
know then thy meekness is no Christian meekness, but a brutish meekness, such a meekness as is to be found in the Bear and Tiger, as formerly I have said.
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Secondly, is God thus meeke and milde, euen when he hath to deale with sinners? This then commendeth vnto vs the grace of meekenesse towards our brethren much more.
Secondly, is God thus meek and mild, even when he hath to deal with Sinners? This then commends unto us the grace of meekness towards our brothers much more.
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A vertue which is acceptable to the Lord, and much respected of him. A virtue which is acceptable to the Lord, and much respected of him.
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A vertue oft commended to all estates and degrees, and commanded both by precept, and by practise.
A virtue oft commended to all estates and Degrees, and commanded both by precept, and by practice.
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As to the Magistrate, the Minister, the Master, the Wife, the Seruant, and the like.
As to the Magistrate, the Minister, the Master, the Wife, the Servant, and the like.
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The Magistrate must shew it, euen when iustice is to be executed, and punishment inflicted on malefactors;
The Magistrate must show it, even when Justice is to be executed, and punishment inflicted on malefactors;
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as Iosua did, who (when Achan was apprehended, and his sinne discouered, whereby he had offended God and troubled Israel ) dealt after this milde and gentle manner.
as Iosua did, who (when achan was apprehended, and his sin discovered, whereby he had offended God and troubled Israel) dealt After this mild and gentle manner.
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My sonne, I beseech thee giue glory to the Lord God of Israel, and make confession vnto him, and shew me now what thou hast done, hide not from mee. My son, I beseech thee give glory to the Lord God of Israel, and make Confessi unto him, and show me now what thou hast done, hide not from me.
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Thus in a milde and peaceable manner must they bee dealt withall: Mercy and loue is to be shewed to offenders, even in punishing of offenders.
Thus in a mild and peaceable manner must they be dealt withal: Mercy and love is to be showed to offenders, even in punishing of offenders.
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The Minister also must remember it. Paul enioynes Timothy to vse it towards opposites, In meeknesse instructing those that oppose themselues,
The Minister also must Remember it. Paul enjoins Timothy to use it towards opposites, In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves,
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if God peraduenture will giue them repentance, to the acknowledging of the truth. if God Peradventure will give them Repentance, to the acknowledging of the truth.
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That hasty hot-spurre humor of many Ministers, because they see not present successe of their labours,
That hasty hotspur humour of many Ministers, Because they see not present success of their labours,
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and endeauours, sorts not with that Christian meekenesse that Gods word requires.
and endeavours, sorts not with that Christian meekness that God's word requires.
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Masters also are enioined the same taske by the Apostle Paul, when as he saith, Ye Masters doe the same things vnto them (viz. your seruants) forbearing threatning. The like charge is giuen vnto Wiues, by the Apostle Peter, that they put on the ornament of a meeke and quiet spirit, which in the sight of God is of great price. Masters also Are enjoined the same task by the Apostle Paul, when as he Says, You Masters do the same things unto them (viz. your Servants) forbearing threatening. The like charge is given unto Wives, by the Apostle Peter, that they put on the ornament of a meek and quiet Spirit, which in the sighed of God is of great price.
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How doth that tetchy peeuishnesse which is too too apparant in many wiues agree with this iniunction? and if not that,
How does that tetchy peevishness which is too too apparent in many wives agree with this injunction? and if not that,
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then much lesse those bitter words and reproachfull termes which many vse.
then much less those bitter words and reproachful terms which many use.
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Seruants likewise are charged with it, For what glory is it, if when you be buffeted for your faults, ye shall take it patiently: Servants likewise Are charged with it, For what glory is it, if when you be buffeted for your Faults, you shall take it patiently:
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but if when you doe well and suffer for it, you take it patiently; this is acceptable with God (as the Apostle speaketh.but if when you do well and suffer for it, you take it patiently; this is acceptable with God (as the Apostle speaks.
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) Thus, all degrees and conditions whatsoeuer must put it on. We want no motiues to induce vs hereunto: ) Thus, all Degrees and conditions whatsoever must put it on. We want no motives to induce us hereunto:
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For first, this is the path-way to blessednesse, Blessed are the meeke (saith our Sauiour) for they shall inherite the earth.
For First, this is the pathway to blessedness, Blessed Are the meek (Says our Saviour) for they shall inherit the earth.
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Would wee then be happy and enioy all good blessings needfull for vs? then let vs get the spirit of meekenesse and mildnesse into our hearts, and expresse the power of it in our liues.
Would we then be happy and enjoy all good blessings needful for us? then let us get the Spirit of meekness and mildness into our hearts, and express the power of it in our lives.
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Secondly, It will much auaile vs in the profit and power of the word, and therefore the Apostle S. Iames willeth vs to heare and receiue the Word with meekenesse, which is able to saue our soules:
Secondly, It will much avail us in the profit and power of the word, and Therefore the Apostle S. James wills us to hear and receive the Word with meekness, which is able to save our Souls:
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without this wee cannot heare the Word with comfort, it will become vtterly vnprofitable vnto vs. Thirdly, The meeke are in a speciall manner vnder Gods protection, Seeke ye the Lord all ye meeke of the earth which haue wrought his iudgement, seeke righteousnes, seeke meekenesse, it may be you shall be hid in the day of the Lords anger.
without this we cannot hear the Word with Comfort, it will become utterly unprofitable unto us Thirdly, The meek Are in a special manner under God's protection, Seek you the Lord all you meek of the earth which have wrought his judgement, seek righteousness, seek meekness, it may be you shall be hid in the day of the lords anger.
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These shall be hid in the day of the Lords wrath, when it shall bee woe with others, it shall bee well with these, reade Psalme 147.5.6. and 149.4. Fourthly, A milde spirit pacifieth wrath:
These shall be hid in the day of the lords wrath, when it shall be woe with Others, it shall be well with these, read Psalm 147.5.6. and 149.4. Fourthly, A mild Spirit pacifieth wrath:
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Such is the effect of this vertue, that it doth not onely keepe wrath from breaking out,
Such is the Effect of this virtue, that it does not only keep wrath from breaking out,
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but it also quencheth it being once enkindled.
but it also quenches it being once enkindled.
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This was Gideons armour against the rage of the Ephranites; and this was Abigails armour for her selfe, her husband, and her houshold;
This was Gideons armour against the rage of the Ephranites; and this was Abigails armour for her self, her husband, and her household;
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when Dauid (being incensed by Nabals churlish dealing) was comming with a purpose to slay them all.
when David (being incensed by Nabals churlish dealing) was coming with a purpose to slay them all.
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Fiftly, It is a fruit of the spirit, and the contrary is a fruit of corrupted nature: Fifty, It is a fruit of the Spirit, and the contrary is a fruit of corrupted nature:
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If then we would haue a testimony that we are of God, and that wee haue his spirit in vs, let vs manifest the same by our mildnesse and meeknesse, in dealing with others, and in bearing wrongs.
If then we would have a testimony that we Are of God, and that we have his Spirit in us, let us manifest the same by our mildness and meekness, in dealing with Others, and in bearing wrongs.
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Lastly, The examples of the Saints are many that haue gone before vs. And Christ himselfe setteth forth himselfe as a patterne of this vertue, leauing himselfe an example of it by washing the feet of his Disciples, Lastly, The Examples of the Saints Are many that have gone before us And christ himself sets forth himself as a pattern of this virtue, leaving himself an Exampl of it by washing the feet of his Disciples,
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and by bearing the reproaches of the vngodly.
and by bearing the Reproaches of the ungodly.
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Thus haue we seene how many and how forcible motiues, wee haue to cause vs to exercise this grace of meekenesse and mildnesse towards such as we haue to deale withall,
Thus have we seen how many and how forcible motives, we have to cause us to exercise this grace of meekness and mildness towards such as we have to deal withal,
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yea euen towards our very enemies; for so doth the Lord deale with his as we haue seene.
yea even towards our very enemies; for so does the Lord deal with his as we have seen.
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But if we be thus meeke and milde, when we are iniured and wronged, we shall be laughed at,
But if we be thus meek and mild, when we Are injured and wronged, we shall be laughed At,
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and counted milksops, dastards, cowards, and the like.
and counted milksops, dastards, cowards, and the like.
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Loue not thou the praise of men, more then the praise of God The praise of God is true praise indeede, seeke after it;
Love not thou the praise of men, more then the praise of God The praise of God is true praise indeed, seek After it;
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as for the estimation of man;
as for the estimation of man;
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without the estimation of the Lord, it is but a shadow of glory, if it be so much, In this and such like cases, say with the Apostle: With me it is a very small thing, that I should be iudged of you, or of mans iudgement:
without the estimation of the Lord, it is but a shadow of glory, if it be so much, In this and such like cases, say with the Apostle: With me it is a very small thing, that I should be judged of you, or of men judgement:
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he that iudgeth mee is the Lord. But if I be so milde and meeke, they will neuer haue done;he that Judgeth me is the Lord. But if I be so mild and meek, they will never have done;
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they will raile and reuile the more, the more they are suffered. The more milde thou art, the sooner will they desist and end:
they will rail and revile the more, the more they Are suffered. The more mild thou art, the sooner will they desist and end:
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If a dog barkes at thee, thy best course is to passe away, for if thou turnest againe and flingest stones, hee wi•l neuer haue done.
If a dog barks At thee, thy best course is to pass away, for if thou Turnest again and flingest stones, he wi•l never have done.
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The strongest resistance is by opposition of contraries; as fire is soonest quenched by water;
The Strongest resistance is by opposition of contraries; as fire is soonest quenched by water;
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and a soft woll-packe is lesse penetrable at a Canon shot then a hard stone wall.
and a soft woll-packe is less penetrable At a Canon shot then a hard stone wall.
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But it is hard for flesh & blood so quietly to sit downe by iniuries, and so easily to digest wronges that are offered, True; it is hard indeede;
But it is hard for Flesh & blood so quietly to fit down by injuries, and so Easily to digest wrongs that Are offered, True; it is hard indeed;
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nay more, it is impossible for flesh and blood to doe it;
nay more, it is impossible for Flesh and blood to do it;
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but let me tell thee if thou art no more then a lumpe of flesh, there is no possibility of obteining heauen.
but let me tell thee if thou art no more then a lump of Flesh, there is no possibility of obtaining heaven.
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If thou beest Gods thou hast spirit as well as flesh, what is wanting in the flesh let grace make a supply off.
If thou Best God's thou hast Spirit as well as Flesh, what is wanting in the Flesh let grace make a supply off.
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And thus much shall serue for a second vse of the poynt.
And thus much shall serve for a second use of the point.
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Now we come vnto a third and that serues for Consolation; will the Lord deale so mildly euen with the wicked and vngodly? with such as are children of wrath and firebrands of hell? then may Gods children assure themselues that he will vse meekenesse and mildnesse towards them:
Now we come unto a third and that serves for Consolation; will the Lord deal so mildly even with the wicked and ungodly? with such as Are children of wrath and firebrands of hell? then may God's children assure themselves that he will use meekness and mildness towards them:
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he is not hasty or passionate, in his proceedings with drunkards, swearers, and the like rabble of reprobates,
he is not hasty or passionate, in his proceedings with drunkards, swearers, and the like rabble of Reprobates,
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but he doth deale with them in quiet and peaceable tearmes;
but he does deal with them in quiet and peaceable terms;
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and will he then be hasty, and violent towards his owne children? This cannot be, certainely if vngodly ones, fare so well Gods children may looke to fare far better.
and will he then be hasty, and violent towards his own children? This cannot be, Certainly if ungodly ones, fare so well God's children may look to fare Far better.
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To them he will abound in all riches of grace and consolation. And thus much of the Fathers kind intreaty of this his elder sonne;
To them he will abound in all riches of grace and consolation. And thus much of the Father's kind entreaty of this his elder son;
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now for the apologie which he makes vnto him: and that is conteyned in these words.
now for the apology which he makes unto him: and that is contained in these words.
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VERSE 31. And he said vnto him, Sonne, thou art euer with me, and all that I haue is thine.VERSE 31. And he said unto him, Son, thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine.
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32. It was meete that wee should make merry, & be glad: for this thy brother was dead, and is aliue againe:32. It was meet that we should make merry, & be glad: for this thy brother was dead, and is alive again:
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and was lost, and is found.
and was lost, and is found.
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IN it we haue, First a Proposition, which hath in it a Concession, of what the elder brother said. verse. 31.
IN it we have, First a Proposition, which hath in it a Concession, of what the elder brother said. verse. 31.
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Secondly a Confirmation, wherein the Father doth iustifie his owne proceedings, ab aequo. It was meete that we should reioyce and be glad.
Secondly a Confirmation, wherein the Father does justify his own proceedings, ab Aequo. It was meet that we should rejoice and be glad.
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He did nothing but what was equity and right, and therefore, there was no cause of discontentment.
He did nothing but what was equity and right, and Therefore, there was no cause of discontentment.
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And Secondly, he doth defend his younger sonnes cause, for though he were dead yet he is now aliue, q. d. true it is my sonne:
And Secondly, he does defend his younger Sons cause, for though he were dead yet he is now alive, q. worser. true it is my son:
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thy brother was lewd and disobedient, dead in sinnes and trespasses, but he is now become a new man, he is aliue againe, all his former courses are left and forsaken,
thy brother was lewd and disobedient, dead in Sins and Trespasses, but he is now become a new man, he is alive again, all his former courses Are left and forsaken,
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and he is now returned home. And therefore it is fit I should giue him entertainement and ioyfully receiue him.
and he is now returned home. And Therefore it is fit I should give him entertainment and joyfully receive him.
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Now we come breifely to some Instructions:
Now we come briefly to Some Instructions:
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And first in that the Father doth not exasperate his sonne, and further incense him (he being already moued) by denying what he had before said, viz. that he was dutifull and obedient, neuer breaking any of his commands &c. (which indeed was otherwise) but yeeldeth to this his saying:
And First in that the Father does not exasperate his son, and further incense him (he being already moved) by denying what he had before said, viz. that he was dutiful and obedient, never breaking any of his commands etc. (which indeed was otherwise) but yields to this his saying:
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This may teach vs this point of wisdome. Not to exasperate the wicked, when they are incensed, but rather to yeeld vnto them,
This may teach us this point of Wisdom. Not to exasperate the wicked, when they Are incensed, but rather to yield unto them,
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so much as possible we may, and decline their furie. This point may seeme to haue some affinitie with the former, so much as possible we may, and decline their fury. This point may seem to have Some affinity with the former,
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and therefore I shall not need to stand long vpon it. In a word then;
and Therefore I shall not need to stand long upon it. In a word then;
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let the Vse be first for Reprehension of such as are zealous, but not according vnto knowledge, (as the Apostle speaketh) not passing by nor winking at the least blemish in any of their brethren.
let the Use be First for Reprehension of such as Are zealous, but not according unto knowledge, (as the Apostle speaks) not passing by nor winking At the least blemish in any of their brothers.
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Zeale, if it be well ordered, is most beautifull in a Christian; but if not, it is a thing of exceeding great danger:
Zeal, if it be well ordered, is most beautiful in a Christian; but if not, it is a thing of exceeding great danger:
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as fire in moderation is most comfortable, but in extremitie most fearefull.
as fire in moderation is most comfortable, but in extremity most fearful.
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In all ages, it hath bin found lesse dangerous to the Church, when men haue come short of the due proportion of Zeale, then when they haue exceeded.
In all ages, it hath been found less dangerous to the Church, when men have come short of the due proportion of Zeal, then when they have exceeded.
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Auda Bishop in Persia, in an excesse of zeale, throwing downe a Temple of the Pagans, was a cause that the King thereby incensed, threw downe all the Temples of the Christians, as Stories do report.Auda Bishop in Persiam, in an excess of zeal, throwing down a Temple of the Pagans, was a cause that the King thereby incensed, threw down all the Temples of the Christians, as Stories do report.
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Sometimes then to reproue what we see amisse, is to put fire into gunpowder: Sometime then to reprove what we see amiss, is to put fire into gunpowder:
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at such times it is wisdome to forbeare, and watch a fitter opportunitie, when our reprehension may do most good.
At such times it is Wisdom to forbear, and watch a fitter opportunity, when our reprehension may do most good.
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And if these are to be reproued, then much more are such to be condemned, who sport themselues,
And if these Are to be reproved, then much more Are such to be condemned, who sport themselves,
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and make themselues merry in prouoking of others, and stirring of them vp to wrath: As in causing the cholericke person to chaffe and fret;
and make themselves merry in provoking of Others, and stirring of them up to wrath: As in causing the choleric person to chaff and fret;
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the contentious person to fight and quarrell; and the like.
the contentious person to fight and quarrel; and the like.
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These doe but lay stumbling blocks before their brethren, and Woe be to that man by whom such offences come.
These do but lay stumbling blocks before their brothers, and Woe be to that man by whom such offences come.
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It is the Diuels office, to stir and prouoke others vnto euill:
It is the Devils office, to stir and provoke Others unto evil:
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now what doe such but take the Diuels office from him, and follow his trade and occupation?
now what do such but take the Devils office from him, and follow his trade and occupation?
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Thirdly, seeing it is a part of wisdome sometimes to yeeld to the wicked, and forbeare contradicting of them, especially when they are incensed;
Thirdly, seeing it is a part of Wisdom sometime to yield to the wicked, and forbear contradicting of them, especially when they Are incensed;
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then let vs all learne this point of wisdome, and not prouoke them:
then let us all Learn this point of Wisdom, and not provoke them:
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It is no good discretion, to rouze vp a Lyon, or to take a Beare by the tooth,
It is no good discretion, to rouse up a lion, or to take a Bear by the tooth,
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or for to pluck a mad Dog by the eares, or to thrust our hands into a Hornets nest;
or for to pluck a mad Dog by the ears, or to thrust our hands into a Hornets nest;
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much danger is likely to follow vpon such like courses. Oh that we could once learne this lesson!
much danger is likely to follow upon such like courses. O that we could once Learn this Lesson!
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that we would yeeld a litle, and forbeare a while incensing others by our contradiction. This gaine saying humor hath bred our woe, though men beleeue it not.
that we would yield a little, and forbear a while incensing Others by our contradiction. This gain saying humour hath bred our woe, though men believe it not.
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The Pelican finding a fire nigh her nest, and fearing the danger of her young ones, seeks to blow it out with her wings;
The Pelican finding a fire High her nest, and fearing the danger of her young ones, seeks to blow it out with her wings;
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when (foolish Bird) by that meanes shee doth enkindle it, and at length burne her wings,
when (foolish Bird) by that means she does enkindle it, and At length burn her wings,
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and so make her selfe a prey in an vnwise pitty. I hope you can tell how to apply it:
and so make her self a prey in an unwise pity. I hope you can tell how to apply it:
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Meddle not indiscreetly, when coales are kindled, the blast of thy wings abate not the burning;
Meddle not indiscreetly, when coals Are kindled, the blast of thy wings abate not the burning;
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it doth rather increase then quench: for a while forbeare, meddle no otherwise then by prayers to God:
it does rather increase then quench: for a while forbear, meddle not otherwise then by Prayers to God:
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See thy owne peace and safetie in the freedome of thy thought, and silence of thy tongue:
See thy own peace and safety in the freedom of thy Thought, and silence of thy tongue:
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Consider what I say, and the Lord giue thee vnderstanding in all things. Secondly, in that the Father maketh an apologie for himselfe, we may collect, Consider what I say, and the Lord give thee understanding in all things. Secondly, in that the Father makes an apology for himself, we may collect,
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It is lawfull for a man to speake in his owne defence, and make Apologie for himself, It is lawful for a man to speak in his own defence, and make Apology for himself,
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when he is falsly accused & wronged by the wicked. Gods children haue shewed the lawfulnes of this by their practise.when he is falsely accused & wronged by the wicked. God's children have showed the lawfulness of this by their practice.
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Thus Iob being accused for cruelty, oppression, hypocrisie, and many other sins, maketh a solemne protestation of his integritie,
Thus Job being accused for cruelty, oppression, hypocrisy, and many other Sins, makes a solemn protestation of his integrity,
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and speaketh in his owne defence at large.
and speaks in his own defence At large.
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So Paul when he was in danger to be killed at Ierusalem by the people, being rescued by the cheife Captaine, spake for himself vnto the people, saying:
So Paul when he was in danger to be killed At Ierusalem by the people, being rescued by the chief Captain, spoke for himself unto the people, saying:
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Men, Brethren, and Fathers, heare yee my defence which I make now vnto you. And thus also did he plead his owne cause before the cheife Preists and Councell.Men, Brothers, and Father's, hear ye my defence which I make now unto you. And thus also did he plead his own cause before the chief Priests and Council.
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And so likewise when he was brought before the Gouernour, he made Apologie for himselfe. And so likewise when he was brought before the Governor, he made Apology for himself.
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Thus did he also when he came before Festus; openly professing, that neither against the law of the Iewes, neither against the Temple, nor yet against Caesar, had he offended any thing at all.
Thus did he also when he Come before Festus; openly professing, that neither against the law of the Iewes, neither against the Temple, nor yet against Caesar, had he offended any thing At all.
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The like was his practise, when he was called before Agrippa, and at many other times besides.
The like was his practice, when he was called before Agrippa, and At many other times beside.
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Thus the Primitiue Christians, when they had bin slandered vnto the people for disturbing the State,
Thus the Primitive Christians, when they had been slandered unto the people for disturbing the State,
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for adulterie, murther, and other horrible sins and greiuous crimes;
for adultery, murder, and other horrible Sins and grievous crimes;
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did vsually write Apologies, and put vp supplications vnto Princes, that they might defend themselues in open audience.
did usually write Apologies, and put up supplications unto Princes, that they might defend themselves in open audience.
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But what doe I speake of these, when we haue Christ his example, (against which can be no exception taken) to proue the point? When the Iewes charged him to be a Samaritan, and that he had a Diuell, he makes answer for himselfe: I haue not a Diuell;
But what do I speak of these, when we have christ his Exampl, (against which can be no exception taken) to prove the point? When the Iewes charged him to be a Samaritan, and that he had a devil, he makes answer for himself: I have not a devil;
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but I honour my Father, and yee doe dishonour me: so in many other places, as Ioh. 18.23.but I honour my Father, and ye do dishonour me: so in many other places, as John 18.23.
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and Luk. 11.18, 19. Thus did he euer apologize for himselfe, when it made for the glory of God,
and Luk. 11.18, 19. Thus did he ever apologise for himself, when it made for the glory of God,
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and the good of his hearers. The reasons may be these:
and the good of his hearers. The Reasons may be these:
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First, if we should not defend our selues, when we be thus falsely accused, we should giue false testimonie against our selues,
First, if we should not defend our selves, when we be thus falsely accused, we should give false testimony against our selves,
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and beare false witnes against our owne persons.
and bear false witness against our own Persons.
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Secondly, because the slanders which light on our persons, redounds to the discredit of our profession.
Secondly, Because the slanders which Light on our Persons, redounds to the discredit of our profession.
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How common a thing is it in these daies, to blame the profession, for any one infirmitie in a professor,
How Common a thing is it in these days, to blame the profession, for any one infirmity in a professor,
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though of weaknesse it be committed? See (say they) this is the profession;
though of weakness it be committed? See (say they) this is the profession;
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is it not a goodly one, who would beleeue what any of them say? Seeing then the profession,
is it not a goodly one, who would believe what any of them say? Seeing then the profession,
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and the cause of the Gospell, is thereby endamaged, it behoueth vs not to be silent in answering truly,
and the cause of the Gospel, is thereby endamaged, it behooves us not to be silent in answering truly,
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when as our aduersaries doe obiect against vs falsly. These are the Reasons. The Vses follow.
when as our Adversaries do Object against us falsely. These Are the Reasons. The Uses follow.
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And first this serueth for Admonition to vs all, that we beware how we censure or condemne such for proud and vaine-glorious persons, that speake now and then of their own gifts,
And First this serveth for Admonition to us all, that we beware how we censure or condemn such for proud and vainglorious Persons, that speak now and then of their own Gifts,
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& plead in their own defēce. For some times it is requisite it should be so:
& plead in their own defence. For Some times it is requisite it should be so:
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A mans owne good name, and the Churches good doth many times require it.
A men own good name, and the Churches good does many times require it.
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Thus the Apostle Paul was forced, by reason of the Corinthians, more esteeming (at least in appearance) of other false Apostles then himselfe, to speake in his owne praise,
Thus the Apostle Paul was forced, by reason of the Corinthians, more esteeming (At least in appearance) of other false Apostles then himself, to speak in his own praise,
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and to commemorate his owne good parts:
and to commemorate his own good parts:
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I suppose (saith he) I was not a whit behinde the very ch•ife Apostles. I suppose (Says he) I was not a whit behind the very ch•ife Apostles.
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But though I be rude in speech, yet not in knowledge. But though I be rude in speech, yet not in knowledge.
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Yea he doth professe, as the truth of Christ is in him, no man should stop him of this boasting in the Regions of Achaia.
Yea he does profess, as the truth of christ is in him, no man should stop him of this boasting in the Regions of Achaia.
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But how doth this agree with Solomons prouerb; But how does this agree with Solomons proverb;
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Let another man praise thee and not thy owne mouth, a stranger and not thy owne lips. Let Another man praise thee and not thy own Mouth, a stranger and not thy own lips.
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Solomon there doth meane such a praising of our selues, wherein we cheifly aime at our owne glory: Solomon there does mean such a praising of our selves, wherein we chiefly aim At our own glory:
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But this praising of our selues, which is for necessarie defence, and wherein we ayme at Gods glory,
But this praising of our selves, which is for necessary defence, and wherein we aim At God's glory,
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and the Churches good, and not made for vaine ostentation, is not there forbidden:
and the Churches good, and not made for vain ostentation, is not there forbidden:
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When necessarie defence doth call for it and require it, a man may safely speake in his owne praise,
When necessary defence does call for it and require it, a man may safely speak in his own praise,
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and yet be no transgressor of Solomons precept.
and yet be no transgressor of Solomons precept.
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Secondly, it sufficeth for the truth of that and sundry other prouerbes, if they be ordinarily & vsually true, though not generally.
Secondly, it Suffices for the truth of that and sundry other proverbs, if they be ordinarily & usually true, though not generally.
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Secondly, Is this so, that a man may lawfully stand out in his owne defence,
Secondly, Is this so, that a man may lawfully stand out in his own defence,
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and apologize for himselfe, when he is wronged, slandered, and falsely accused by the wicked? Then let vs vse our liberty in this kinde,
and apologise for himself, when he is wronged, slandered, and falsely accused by the wicked? Then let us use our liberty in this kind,
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and in such a case let vs boldly speake in our owne cause, and cleere our owne innocency; Gods word alloweth it.
and in such a case let us boldly speak in our own cause, and clear our own innocency; God's word alloweth it.
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And certainely, many are heerein much to blame, who put vp many an vntrue report that is raised of them,
And Certainly, many Are herein much to blame, who put up many an untrue report that is raised of them,
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and neuer goe about to cleere themselues, nor defend their owne credit:
and never go about to clear themselves, nor defend their own credit:
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They are too too carelesse of what is spoken of them, although it bee neuer so falsely and slanderously spoken,
They Are too too careless of what is spoken of them, although it be never so falsely and slanderously spoken,
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yet they sit downe by it. Hence it commeth to passe, that the profession is discredited, and the Lord dishonoured.
yet they fit down by it. Hence it comes to pass, that the profession is discredited, and the Lord dishonoured.
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For men to be carelesse (saith one) what is spoken by them and their owne matter, be it neuer so falsely spoken (especially when it is such, that the Maiesty of God,For men to be careless (Says one) what is spoken by them and their own matter, be it never so falsely spoken (especially when it is such, that the Majesty of God,
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and the cause of Religion may thereby be damaged) is the part, doubtlesse, of dissolute and retchlesse persons,
and the cause of Religion may thereby be damaged) is the part, doubtless, of dissolute and retchless Persons,
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and of them which wickedly winke at the iniuries done vnto the name of God. and of them which wickedly wink At the injuries done unto the name of God.
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But must a man for euery slander, goe about to send and proue, when then shall he be at quiet, if this be so?
But must a man for every slander, go about to send and prove, when then shall he be At quiet, if this be so?
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Such indignities and wrongs as are of the least sort, and touch onely our priuate persons, may bee borne withall and winked at.
Such indignities and wrongs as Are of the least sort, and touch only our private Persons, may be born withal and winked At.
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And so saith Salomon, The discretion of a man deferreth his anger, and it is his glory to passe ouer a transgression.
And so Says Solomon, The discretion of a man deferreth his anger, and it is his glory to pass over a Transgression.
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But if the wrong bee of another nature, if the slanders which are layd vpon our persons, redound to the discredit of our profession,
But if the wrong bee of Another nature, if the slanders which Are laid upon our Persons, redound to the discredit of our profession,
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and to the hurting and hindering of the cause of the Gospell, in this case we may not be silent,
and to the hurting and hindering of the cause of the Gospel, in this case we may not be silent,
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lest through our sides the Church of God receiue a blow.
lest through our sides the Church of God receive a blow.
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An example hereof we haue, in our Sauiour Christ, who (when the Iewes obiected against him two crimes, one that hee was a Samaritane, another that hee had a Deuill) neglected that crime which concerned his person, an Exampl hereof we have, in our Saviour christ, who (when the Iewes objected against him two crimes, one that he was a Samaritan, Another that he had a devil) neglected that crime which concerned his person,
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and passed it ouer, as being of the least sort of wrongs, & stands vpō that other especially, which touched his doctrine, I haue not a Deuill.
and passed it over, as being of the least sort of wrongs, & Stands upon that other especially, which touched his Doctrine, I have not a devil.
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A better patterne we cannot haue for our imitation. And as this concernes all Christians in generall; so in speciall vs Ministers:
A better pattern we cannot have for our imitation. And as this concerns all Christians in general; so in special us Ministers:
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for our good life is more respected then our learning.
for our good life is more respected then our learning.
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Common people more regard what they heare of vs, then what they heare from vs (such is the corruption of our times.) It stands vs therfore in hand, to keepe a good name and estimation amongst Gods people,
Common people more regard what they hear of us, then what they hear from us (such is the corruption of our times.) It Stands us Therefore in hand, to keep a good name and estimation among God's people,
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and to defend our owne innocency, when we are falsely slandered and accused. We are to perswade others:
and to defend our own innocency, when we Are falsely slandered and accused. We Are to persuade Others:
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Now what can hinder this more then a bad perswasion of vs in the hearts of those, with whom wee are to deale? wee therefore, aboue all others, ought to free our selues from all false imputations;
Now what can hinder this more then a bad persuasion of us in the hearts of those, with whom we Are to deal? we Therefore, above all Others, ought to free our selves from all false imputations;
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for a good perswasion of the Teacher, bringeth a ready entertainment of the thing that is taught:
for a good persuasion of the Teacher, brings a ready entertainment of the thing that is taught:
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but a bad conceit doth much preiudice the truth.
but a bad conceit does much prejudice the truth.
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And thus much bee spoken of this poynt, now wee come to the next and last, viz.
And thus much be spoken of this point, now we come to the next and last, viz.
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God will make the innocency of his seruants knowne, hee will vphold and maintaine their righteous cause against all opposers. God will make the innocency of his Servants known, he will uphold and maintain their righteous cause against all opposers.
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This poynt, though it bee not manifestly expressed, yet it is inclusiuely implyed in the text, Hee was dead (saith the Father) but he is now aliue;
This point, though it be not manifestly expressed, yet it is inclusively employed in the text, He was dead (Says the Father) but he is now alive;
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he was lost, but is found. We heard before, what the sonne obiected against his father:he was lost, but is found. We herd before, what the son objected against his father:
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First, that hee had beene dutifull and obedient: Secondly, that his brother had beene vndutifull and dissolute;
First, that he had been dutiful and obedient: Secondly, that his brother had been undutiful and dissolute;
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and therfore his father did deale vniustly. Now the father heere cleeres his iustice, and answereth both his obiections.
and Therefore his father did deal unjustly. Now the father Here clears his Justice, and Answers both his objections.
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The first, in the 31 verse; and the other in this last:
The First, in the 31 verse; and the other in this last:
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so then, without doubt, this did the father intend, as to cleere himselfe, so to defend his sonne.
so then, without doubt, this did the father intend, as to clear himself, so to defend his son.
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The poynt then is truely gathered: now let vs heare it further pooued.
The point then is truly gathered: now let us hear it further pooued.
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Dauid perswading Gods people to patience and confidence in the Lord, vseth this as an argument, Hee shall bring forth thy righteousnesse as the light, David persuading God's people to patience and confidence in the Lord, uses this as an argument, He shall bring forth thy righteousness as the Light,
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and thy iudgements as the noone day: as if hee should haue sayd:and thy Judgments as the noon day: as if he should have said:
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Howsoeuer thy innocency be at somtimes couered, as it were, with a thick and darke mist of slander and oppression, Howsoever thy innocency be At sometimes covered, as it were, with a thick and dark missed of slander and oppression,
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yet the Lord will in his good time scatter and dissolue this mist, and so make thy innocency apparent and cleere to the world:
yet the Lord will in his good time scatter and dissolve this missed, and so make thy innocency apparent and clear to the world:
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yea, he shall make thy righteous cause to be so euident, as the Sunne when it riseth? nay, which is more,
yea, he shall make thy righteous cause to be so evident, as the Sun when it Riseth? nay, which is more,
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as at noon-day, when it is at the highest, & shineth brightest. I could further shew you the truth of this, by many examples:
as At noonday, when it is At the highest, & shines Brightest. I could further show you the truth of this, by many Examples:
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Ioseph being accused by his Mistresse, and vpon that false accusation being imprisoned by his Master, where his feet were held in the stocks, Ioseph being accused by his Mistress, and upon that false accusation being imprisoned by his Master, where his feet were held in the stocks,
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and hee laid in Irons, found this to be true:and he laid in Irons, found this to be true:
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for how did God make his innocency knowne vnto the world, and in his good time scatter those mists of slanders cast vpon him, causing his Sun to shine with a glorious lustre? Thus the Lord dealt with Iob; howsoeuer he was falsely accused,
for how did God make his innocency known unto the world, and in his good time scatter those mists of slanders cast upon him, causing his Sun to shine with a glorious lustre? Thus the Lord dealt with Job; howsoever he was falsely accused,
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& had many slanderous imputations laid vnto his charge, yet the Lord at length made his innocency knowne,
& had many slanderous imputations laid unto his charge, yet the Lord At length made his innocency known,
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and did mainetaine and vphold his righteous cause, as his story sheweth at large.
and did maintain and uphold his righteous cause, as his story shows At large.
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This also was Gods dealing with Ieremiah, he was accused to be a conspirator, and to weaken the hands of the people,
This also was God's dealing with Jeremiah, he was accused to be a conspirator, and to weaken the hands of the people,
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for which he was cast into prison, yea into a loathsome dungeon, but heare him now speake of himselfe and of Gods dealing towards him, I called vpon thy name, O Lord, out of the low dungeon, thou hast heard my voyce, &c. Thou drewest neere in the day that I called vpon thee, thou saydst, Feare not.
for which he was cast into prison, yea into a loathsome dungeon, but hear him now speak of himself and of God's dealing towards him, I called upon thy name, Oh Lord, out of the low dungeon, thou hast herd my voice, etc. Thou drewest near in the day that I called upon thee, thou Said, fear not.
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O Lord, thou hast maintained the cause of my soule, and redeemed my life: God did maintaine his cause against all opposers.O Lord, thou hast maintained the cause of my soul, and redeemed my life: God did maintain his cause against all opposers.
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As this hath beene prooued by Scripture, so it may bee further cleered by Reasons. For first;
As this hath been proved by Scripture, so it may be further cleared by Reasons. For First;
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It is his place and office so to doe:
It is his place and office so to do:
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he is the Iudge of all the world, as Abraham sayth, and shall not he doe right? It belongeth vnto him to render to euery one according to his workes,
he is the Judge of all the world, as Abraham say, and shall not he do right? It belongeth unto him to render to every one according to his works,
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and therefore at last hee will come forth, and bring the righteousnesse of his seruants into open light.
and Therefore At last he will come forth, and bring the righteousness of his Servants into open Light.
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Secondly, he hath promised, to relieue his seruants, when they are oppressed, and will he goe backe from his word,
Secondly, he hath promised, to relieve his Servants, when they Are oppressed, and will he go back from his word,
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or say and vnsay, as man doth? It cannot be, let God be true, and euery man a lyar.
or say and unsay, as man does? It cannot be, let God be true, and every man a liar.
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Seeing then that this is so;
Seeing then that this is so;
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Let this serue to encourage vs in all well-doing, seeing God is with vs, and in our righteous cause will neuer leaue vs;
Let this serve to encourage us in all welldoing, seeing God is with us, and in our righteous cause will never leave us;
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let the wicked traduce vs and slaunder vs, yet God will at length plead our cause,
let the wicked traduce us and slander us, yet God will At length plead our cause,
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and make our innocency knowne to our glory, and our enemies shame.
and make our innocency known to our glory, and our enemies shame.
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It is the lot of Gods children to be euill spoken of by the men of this world;
It is the lot of God's children to be evil spoken of by the men of this world;
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to be persecuted and reuiled, for righteousnesse sake, and to bee condemned of wicked men vniustly.
to be persecuted and reviled, for righteousness sake, and to be condemned of wicked men unjustly.
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Daniell shall be charged with disobedience. Amos of conspiracie. Eliah for troubling Israell. Paul for raising vp of tumults.Daniell shall be charged with disobedience. Amos of Conspiracy. Elijah for troubling Israel. Paul for raising up of tumults.
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And all Christs Disciples, for moouers of sedition amongst the people.
And all Christ Disciples, for movers of sedition among the people.
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But these clouds shall soone be dispersed, and all these darke mists shall suddenly be scattered.
But these Clouds shall soon be dispersed, and all these dark mists shall suddenly be scattered.
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Let not these things then, too much trouble vs, nor any whit discourage vs in the practise of Christianitie:
Let not these things then, too much trouble us, nor any whit discourage us in the practice of Christianity:
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our righteousnesse shall not alwayes lie h•d in the darke, but it shall one day shine as the Sunne,
our righteousness shall not always lie h•d in the dark, but it shall one day shine as the Sun,
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and be brought into the open light. Commit then thy wayes and workes vnto the Lord, and wait thou vpon him.
and be brought into the open Light. Commit then thy ways and works unto the Lord, and wait thou upon him.
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When thou art slandered and falsely accused, resigne thy selfe to him that ruleth all things,
When thou art slandered and falsely accused, resign thy self to him that Ruleth all things,
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and so with patience possesse thy soule. Secondly; doth the Lord defend our cause? then let vs defend his:
and so with patience possess thy soul. Secondly; does the Lord defend our cause? then let us defend his:
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let vs plead his cause, that pleadeth ours.
let us plead his cause, that pleads ours.
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Let vs not see God to be dishonored, his name blasphemed his Sabboths prophaned, his seruants, reuiled, &c. and hold our peace.
Let us not see God to be dishonoured, his name blasphemed his Sabbaths Profaned, his Servants, reviled, etc. and hold our peace.
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Oh! where is our courage for the truth? Magistrates where is yours? Ministers where is yours? Masters where is yours? Parents where is your? while drunkennesse reeles to and fro about our streetes;
Oh! where is our courage for the truth? Magistrates where is yours? Ministers where is yours? Masters where is yours? Parents where is your? while Drunkenness reels to and from about our streets;
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while oaths flie about in euery towne, in euery street, in euery market, in euery house in euery shop,
while Oaths fly about in every town, in every street, in every market, in every house in every shop,
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like a flocke of dismall Rauens, crooking and crying for vengeance to fall vpon our heads? Woe vnto vs,
like a flock of dismal Ravens, crooking and crying for vengeance to fallen upon our Heads? Woe unto us,
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for seeing and hearing God to be so dishonored, and yet will neither heare, nor see it,
for seeing and hearing God to be so dishonoured, and yet will neither hear, nor see it,
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nor plead his cause against opposers. But though Israell sinne, yet let not Iudah transgresse:
nor plead his cause against opposers. But though Israel sin, yet let not Iudah transgress:
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though men of this world doe thus, yet you that feare the Lord, doe not yee doe so:
though men of this world do thus, yet you that Fear the Lord, do not ye do so:
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God hath taken vpon him to plead thy cause, and defend thy innocencie, and wilt not thou plead his? Wilt thou suffer his name to bee trodden vnder foote,
God hath taken upon him to plead thy cause, and defend thy innocence, and wilt not thou plead his? Wilt thou suffer his name to be trodden under foot,
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and neuer seeke to vphold it? Shall wicked men speake against Gods truth, and thou speake nothing for it? Oh beware of this,
and never seek to uphold it? Shall wicked men speak against God's truth, and thou speak nothing for it? O beware of this,
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for feare thou wantest one to plead for thee at that same great Assizes, when thou shalt stand in greatest need.
for Fear thou Wantest one to plead for thee At that same great Assizes, when thou shalt stand in greatest need.
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Thirdly, doth God take vpon him to plead the cause of his children? then let none take vpon them to reuenge their owne quarrells.
Thirdly, does God take upon him to plead the cause of his children? then let none take upon them to revenge their own quarrels.
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Ʋengeance is mine, I will repay it saith the Lord. This is an office which is proper vnto God; Ʋengeance is mine, I will repay it Says the Lord. This is an office which is proper unto God;
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to him it belongeth peculiarly to take vengeance.
to him it belongeth peculiarly to take vengeance.
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Now what doe such but sit downe in Gods seat, and turne him out of his throne,
Now what do such but fit down in God's seat, and turn him out of his throne,
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and rob him of his honour, and intrude vpon his Prerogatiue Royall? The Pharisies glosse vpon the law, pleaseth vs well:
and rob him of his honour, and intrude upon his Prerogative Royal? The Pharisees gloss upon the law, Pleases us well:
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Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, &c. This seemeth reasonable.Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, etc. This seems reasonable.
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To render euill for euill, like for like, one euill word for another, one euill deed for another,
To render evil for evil, like for like, one evil word for Another, one evil deed for Another,
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and no more, is counted good Religion:
and no more, is counted good Religion:
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But let vs remember, God will plead the cause of his, and therefore let all such as are his, commit their cause vnto him.
But let us Remember, God will plead the cause of his, and Therefore let all such as Are his, commit their cause unto him.
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True it is, and cannot be denied, we may seeke for helpe of the Magistrate, either for the preuenting of wrong,
True it is, and cannot be denied, we may seek for help of the Magistrate, either for the preventing of wrong,
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or punishing of the doer of wrong:
or punishing of the doer of wrong:
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for it is not our mouths which God shuts vp from iust complaint, but it is our hands he tyeth vp from vniust reuenge.
for it is not our mouths which God shuts up from just complaint, but it is our hands he tyeth up from unjust revenge.
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When the Magistrate doth reuenge, then doth God himselfe reuenge, whose minister he is. All priuate reuenge is that which must be forborne.
When the Magistrate does revenge, then does God himself revenge, whose minister he is. All private revenge is that which must be forborn.
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Let no prouocation then of any Aduersary make vs vsurpers of the Lords authoritie. Let vs waite his leisure, and not preoccupate his executions.
Let no provocation then of any Adversary make us usurper's of the lords Authority. Let us wait his leisure, and not preoccupate his executions.
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Remember the bloud of Christ, and of the Martyrs, is not yet reuenged? and wouldst thou haue thy turne serued first? Waite then a while;
remember the blood of christ, and of the Martyrs, is not yet revenged? and Wouldst thou have thy turn served First? Waite then a while;
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he that shall come, in the end will come, and he will not tarry. In the meane time, waite with patience for his appearing.
he that shall come, in the end will come, and he will not tarry. In the mean time, wait with patience for his appearing.
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Say with the Spirit, Come: And with the Bride say, Come; for, He which testifieth these things, sayth, Surely I come quickly. Amen. Euen so come Lord Iesus. FINIS.
Say with the Spirit, Come: And with the Bride say, Come; for, He which Testifieth these things, say, Surely I come quickly. Amen. Eve so come Lord Iesus. FINIS.
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