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1 Thess. 4.17. the last clause. — And so shall we ever be with the Lord.1 Thess 4.17. the last clause. — And so shall we ever be with the Lord.
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THE Words are a Consolation, brought by the Apostle from the third Heaven, where he was by extraordinary Priviledge rais'd,
THE Words Are a Consolation, brought by the Apostle from the third Heaven, where he was by extraordinary Privilege raised,
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and saw and understood how great an Happiness it is to be with Christ.
and saw and understood how great an Happiness it is to be with christ.
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And they are addrest to Believers, to moderate and allay their sorrows for the death of those Saints, who by their conjunction in Blood or Friendship were most dear to them.
And they Are addressed to Believers, to moderate and allay their sorrows for the death of those Saints, who by their conjunction in Blood or Friendship were most dear to them.
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Thus he speaks in the 13th Verse, I would not have you be ignorant, Brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that yè sorrow not as others which have no hopè.
Thus he speaks in the 13th Verse, I would not have you be ignorant, Brothers, Concerning them which Are asleep, that yè sorrow not as Others which have no hopè.
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The Heathens, that were strangers to a future state, and thought that after a short course through the World, Mankind would be lost for ever in the Dead-Sea, might with some pretence abandon themselves to the extremity of their Passions.
The heathens, that were Strangers to a future state, and Thought that After a short course through the World, Mankind would be lost for ever in the Dead-Sea, might with Some pretence abandon themselves to the extremity of their Passion.
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But Christians, to whom Life and Immortality are reveal'd by the Gospel; who believe, that as Jesus died and rose again;
But Christians, to whom Life and Immortality Are revealed by the Gospel; who believe, that as jesus died and rose again;
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so all that sleep in Jesus, that persevere in Faith and Holiness to the end, God will bring with him, are forbid upon the most weighty Reasons, to indulge their Grief in excess.so all that sleep in jesus, that persevere in Faith and Holiness to the end, God will bring with him, Are forbid upon the most weighty Reasons, to indulge their Grief in excess.
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The Union between Christ and Believers is inviolable; and from thence it follows, they shall be partakers with him in his Glory.
The union between christ and Believers is inviolable; and from thence it follows, they shall be partakers with him in his Glory.
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The Soul immediately after Death shall be with Christ. Whiles the Body reposes in the Grave, 'tis in his Presence who is Life and Light,
The Soul immediately After Death shall be with christ. While the Body reposes in the Grave, it's in his Presence who is Life and Light,
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and has a vital joyful Rest in Communion with him.
and has a vital joyful Rest in Communion with him.
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And in the appointed Time the Bodies of the Saints, those happy Spoils, shall be rescued from the dark Prison of the Grave,
And in the appointed Time the Bodies of the Saints, those happy Spoils, shall be rescued from the dark Prison of the Grave,
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and be sharers with their Souls in immortal Glory.
and be sharers with their Souls in immortal Glory.
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This consummate Happiness of the Saints, the Apostle assures from the highest Authority, the Word of the Lord;
This consummate Happiness of the Saints, the Apostle assures from the highest authority, the Word of the Lord;
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and describes his glorious Appearance, so as to make the strongest Impression on our Minds.
and describes his glorious Appearance, so as to make the Strongest Impression on our Minds.
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For the Lord himself shall descend from Heaven with a Shout, with the Voice of an Arch-Angel, For the Lord himself shall descend from Heaven with a Shout, with the Voice of an Arch-Angel,
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and with the Trump of God; and the Dead in Christ shall rise first.
and with the Trump of God; and the Dead in christ shall rise First.
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Then we which are alive, and remain, shall be caught up together with them in the Clouds, to meet the Lord in the Air;
Then we which Are alive, and remain, shall be caught up together with them in the Clouds, to meet the Lord in the Air;
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and so shall we ever be with the Lord. Then Death, the last Enemy, so fearful and feared by Men, shall be destroyed.and so shall we ever be with the Lord. Then Death, the last Enemy, so fearful and feared by Men, shall be destroyed.
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And the Captive Prince of the World, with all the powers of Darkness, and all other Rebellious Sinners that obstinately joyn'd with him, shall be brought in Chains before his dreadful Tribunal:
And the Captive Prince of the World, with all the Powers of Darkness, and all other Rebellious Sinners that obstinately joined with him, shall be brought in Chains before his dreadful Tribunal:
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and after the great Act of the Universal Judgment shall be compleated, then all the Saints shall make their triumphant Entry with the Captain of their Salvation, into his Kingdom,
and After the great Act of the Universal Judgement shall be completed, then all the Saints shall make their triumphant Entry with the Captain of their Salvation, into his Kingdom,
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and shall ever be with the Lord. The general Proposition from the Words is this;
and shall ever be with the Lord. The general Proposition from the Words is this;
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The Saints after the Resurrection shall be Compleatly and Eternally happy in the Presence of Christ. The Saints After the Resurrection shall be Completely and Eternally happy in the Presence of christ.
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To make this supernatural Blessedness more easie and intelligible to us, the Scripture describes it by sensible Representations.
To make this supernatural Blessedness more easy and intelligible to us, the Scripture describes it by sensible Representations.
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For whilst the Soul is cloath'd with Flesh, Fancy has such a dominion, that we can conceive of nothing but by Comparisons and Images taken from material things.
For while the Soul is clothed with Flesh, Fancy has such a dominion, that we can conceive of nothing but by Comparisons and Images taken from material things.
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'Tis therefore set forth by a Feast, and a Kingdom, to signifie the Joy and Glory of that State.
It's Therefore Set forth by a Feast, and a Kingdom, to signify the Joy and Glory of that State.
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But to prevent all gross conceits;
But to prevent all gross conceits;
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it tells us that the Bodies of the Saints shall be spiritual, not capable of Hunger and Thirst,
it tells us that the Bodies of the Saints shall be spiritual, not capable of Hunger and Thirst,
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nor consequently of any refreshment that is caused by the satisfaction of those appetites.
nor consequently of any refreshment that is caused by the satisfaction of those appetites.
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The objects of the most noble senses, Seeing and Hearing, the pleasure of which is mix'd with Reason,
The objects of the most noble Senses, Seeing and Hearing, the pleasure of which is mixed with Reason,
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and not common to the Brutes, are more frequently made use of to reconcile that glorious State to the proportion of our Minds.
and not Common to the Brutus's, Are more frequently made use of to reconcile that glorious State to the proportion of our Minds.
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Thus sometimes the Blessed are represented plac'd on Thrones with Crowns on their heads; sometimes cloathed in White, with Palms in their hands;
Thus sometime the Blessed Are represented placed on Thrones with Crowns on their Heads; sometime clothed in White, with Palms in their hands;
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sometimes singing Songs of triumph to Him that sits on the Throne, and to their Saviour.
sometime singing Songs of triumph to Him that sits on the Throne, and to their Saviour.
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But the reality of this Blessedness infinitely exceeds all those faint Metaphors. Heaven is lessened by Comparisons from earthly things.
But the reality of this Blessedness infinitely exceeds all those faint Metaphors. Heaven is lessened by Comparisons from earthly things.
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The Apostle who was dignifi'd with the revelation of the successes that shall happen to the Church till Time shall be no more, tells us, it does not appear what we shall be in Eternity.
The Apostle who was dignified with the Revelation of the Successes that shall happen to the Church till Time shall be no more, tells us, it does not appear what we shall be in Eternity.
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The things that God has prepar'd for those that love him, are far more above the higest ascent of our thoughts,The things that God has prepared for those that love him, Are Far more above the higest ascent of our thoughts,
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than the Marriage-Feast of a great Prince exceeds in splendor and magnificence the imagination of one that has always liv'd in an obscure Village,
than the Marriage-feast of a great Prince exceeds in splendour and magnificence the imagination of one that has always lived in an Obscure Village,
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and never saw any Ornaments of State, nor tasted Wine in his Life. We can think of those things but according to the poverty of our Understandings.
and never saw any Ornament of State, nor tasted Wine in his Life. We can think of those things but according to the poverty of our Understandings.
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But so much we know that is able to sweeten all the bitterness, and render insipid all the sweetness of this World.
But so much we know that is able to sweeten all the bitterness, and render insipid all the sweetness of this World.
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This will appear by considering, that whatever is requisite to constitute the perfect Blessedness of Man, is fully enjoy'd in the Divine Presence.
This will appear by considering, that whatever is requisite to constitute the perfect Blessedness of Man, is Fully enjoyed in the Divine Presence.
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1. An exemption from all evils, is the first condition of perfect Blessedness.
1. an exemption from all evils, is the First condition of perfect Blessedness.
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The sentence of wise Solon is true in another sense than he intended, — Dicique beatus, Ante obitum nemo, suprema { que } funera debet.
The sentence of wise Solon is true in Another sense than he intended, — Dicique beatus, Ante obitum nemo, Supreme { que } funera debet.
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No Man can be named happy whilst in this valley of Tears.
No Man can be nam happy while in this valley of Tears.
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But upon the entrance into Heaven, all those Evils that by their number, variety, or weight disquiet and oppress us, are at an end.
But upon the Entrance into Heaven, all those Evils that by their number, variety, or weight disquiet and oppress us, Are At an end.
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Sin, of all evils the most hateful, shall be abolish'd. And all Temptations that surround us, and endanger our Innocence, shall cease.
since, of all evils the most hateful, shall be abolished. And all Temptations that surround us, and endanger our Innocence, shall cease.
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Here the best Men lament the weakness of the flesh, and sometimes the violent Assaults of Spiritual Enemies.
Here the best Men lament the weakness of the Flesh, and sometime the violent Assaults of Spiritual Enemies.
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St. Paul himself breaks forth into a mournful Complaint, O wretched man that I am!
Saint Paul himself breaks forth into a mournful Complaint, Oh wretched man that I am!
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who shall deliver me from this body of Death? And when harrass'd with the buffetings of Satan, renews his most earnest Addresses to God to be freed from them.who shall deliver me from this body of Death? And when Harassed with the buffetings of Satan, renews his most earnest Addresses to God to be freed from them.
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Here our Purity is not absolute, we must be always cleansing our selves from the relicts of that deep defilement that cleaves to our nature.
Here our Purity is not absolute, we must be always cleansing our selves from the relicts of that deep defilement that cleaves to our nature.
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Here our Peace is preserv'd with the Sword in our hand, by a continual Warfare against Satan and the World.
Here our Peace is preserved with the Sword in our hand, by a continual Warfare against Satan and the World.
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But in Heaven no ignorance darkens the Mind, no passions rebel against the sanctified Will, no inherent pollution remains.
But in Heaven no ignorance darkens the Mind, no passion rebel against the sanctified Will, no inherent pollution remains.
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The Church is without spot or wrinkle, or any such thing. And all Temptations that war against the Soul, shall then cease.
The Church is without spot or wrinkle, or any such thing. And all Temptations that war against the Soul, shall then cease.
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The Tempter was cast out of Heaven, and none of his poison'd Arrows can reach that Purified Company.
The Tempter was cast out of Heaven, and none of his poisoned Arrows can reach that Purified Company.
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Glorious Liberty! here ardently desir'd, but fully enjoy'd by the Sons of God above. And as Sin, so all the penal consequences of it are quite taken away.Glorious Liberty! Here ardently desired, but Fully enjoyed by the Sons of God above. And as since, so all the penal consequences of it Are quite taken away.
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The present Life is an incurable Disease, and sometimes attended with that sharp sense that Death is desir'd as a Remedy, and accepted as a Benefit.
The present Life is an incurable Disease, and sometime attended with that sharp sense that Death is desired as a Remedy, and accepted as a Benefit.
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And though the Saints have reviving Cordials, yet their joys are mixt with sorrows, nay, caused by sorrows.
And though the Saints have reviving Cordials, yet their Joys Are mixed with sorrows, nay, caused by sorrows.
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The tears of Repentance are their sweetest refreshment.
The tears of Repentance Are their Sweetest refreshment.
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Here the living stones are cut and wounded, and made fit by Sufferings for a Temple unto God in the New Jerusalem. But as in the building of Solomon 's Temple the noise of a hammer was not heard,
Here the living stones Are Cut and wounded, and made fit by Sufferings for a Temple unto God in the New Jerusalem. But as in the building of Solomon is Temple the noise of a hammer was not herd,
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for all the parts were fram'd before with that exact design and correspondence, that they firmly combin'd together.
for all the parts were framed before with that exact Design and correspondence, that they firmly combined together.
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They were hew'n in another place, and nothing remain'd but the putting them one upon another in the Temple;
They were hewn in Another place, and nothing remained but the putting them one upon Another in the Temple;
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and then, as sacred, they were inviolable.
and then, as sacred, they were inviolable.
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So God, the wise Architect, having prepar'd the Saints here by many cutting Afflictions, places them in the Eternal Building, where no voice of Sorrow is heard.
So God, the wise Architect, having prepared the Saints Here by many cutting Afflictions, places them in the Eternal Building, where no voice of Sorrow is herd.
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Of the innumerable Company above, is there any Eye that weeps, any Breast that sighs, any Tongue that complains,
Of the innumerable Company above, is there any Eye that weeps, any Breast that sighs, any Tongue that complains,
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or appearance of Grief? The Heavenly State is called Life, as only worthy of that title.
or appearance of Grief? The Heavenly State is called Life, as only worthy of that title.
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There is no Infirmity of Body, no Poverty, no Disgrace, no Treachery of Friends, no Persecution of Enemies.
There is no Infirmity of Body, no Poverty, no Disgrace, no Treachery of Friends, no Persecution of Enemies.
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There is no more Death, nor Sorrow, nor Crying, nor shall there be any more Pain: There is no more Death, nor Sorrow, nor Crying, nor shall there be any more Pain:
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for former things are past away. for former things Are passed away.
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(Rev. 21.4.) God will wipe away all tears from the eyes of his People.
(Rev. 21.4.) God will wipe away all tears from the eyes of his People.
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Their Salvation is compleat in all degrees. Pure Joy is the Priviledg of Heaven, unmixed Sorrows the Punishment of Hell.
Their Salvation is complete in all Degrees. Pure Joy is the Privilege of Heaven, unmixed Sorrows the Punishment of Hell.
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A concurrence of all positive Excellencies is requisite to Blessedness. And these are to be considered with respect to the entire Man.
A concurrence of all positive Excellencies is requisite to Blessedness. And these Are to be considered with respect to the entire Man.
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1. The Body shall be awak'd out of its dead sleep, and quickned into a glorious, immortal Life.
1. The Body shall be awaked out of its dead sleep, and quickened into a glorious, immortal Life.
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The Soul and Body are the essential parts of Man;
The Soul and Body Are the essential parts of Man;
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and though the inequality be great in their operations that respect Holiness, yet their concourse is necessary.
and though the inequality be great in their operations that respect Holiness, yet their concourse is necessary.
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Good Actions are design'd by the Counsel and Resolution of the Spirit, but perform'd by the Ministry of the Flesh.
Good Actions Are designed by the Counsel and Resolution of the Spirit, but performed by the Ministry of the Flesh.
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Every Grace expresses it self in visible Actions by the Body.
Every Grace Expresses it self in visible Actions by the Body.
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In the sorrows of Repentance it supplies Tears, in Fastings its Appetites are restrain'd, in Thanksgivings the Tongue breaks forth into the joyful praises of God.
In the sorrows of Repentance it supplies Tears, in Fastings its Appetites Are restrained, in Thanksgivings the Tongue breaks forth into the joyful praises of God.
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All the victories over sensible pleasure and pain are obtain'd by the Soul in conjunction with the Body.
All the victories over sensible pleasure and pain Are obtained by the Soul in conjunction with the Body.
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Now 'tis most becoming the Divine Goodness not to deal so differently, that the Soul should be everlastingly happy,
Now it's most becoming the Divine goodness not to deal so differently, that the Soul should be everlastingly happy,
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and the Body lost in forgetfulness;
and the Body lost in forgetfulness;
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the one glorified in Heaven, the other remain in the Dust. From their first setting out in the World to the Grave they ran the same Race,
the one glorified in Heaven, the other remain in the Dust. From their First setting out in the World to the Grave they ran the same Raze,
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and shall enjoy the same Reward.
and shall enjoy the same Reward.
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Here the Body is the Consort of the Soul in Obedience and Sufferings, hereafter in Fruition.
Here the Body is the Consort of the Soul in obedience and Sufferings, hereafter in Fruition.
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When the Crown of Purity, or Palm of Martyrdom shall be given by the great Judg in the view of all, they shall both partake in the honour.
When the Crown of Purity, or Palm of Martyrdom shall be given by the great Judge in the view of all, they shall both partake in the honour.
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Of this we have an earnest in the Resurrection of Christ in his true Body, who is the first fruits of them that sleep, 1 Cor. 15. He shall change our vile Bodies, that they may be fashioned like to his glorious Body, according to the working of his Power, whereby he is able to subdue all things to himself, Phil. 3.1.
Of this we have an earnest in the Resurrection of christ in his true Body, who is the First fruits of them that sleep, 1 Cor. 15. He shall change our vile Bodies, that they may be fashioned like to his glorious Body, according to the working of his Power, whereby he is able to subdue all things to himself, Philip 3.1.
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A substantial unfading Glory will shine in them infinitely above the perishing Pride of this World, that is but in appearance,
A substantial unfading Glory will shine in them infinitely above the perishing Pride of this World, that is but in appearance,
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like the salse Colours painted on the Feathers of a Dove by the reflection of the Light, which presently vanish,
like the salse Colours painted on the Feathers of a Dove by the reflection of the Light, which presently vanish,
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when it changeth its posture, or the Light is withdrawn.
when it changes its posture, or the Light is withdrawn.
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Indeed what can be more glorious than to be conform'd to the Humanity of Christ, the Seat of all Beauty and Perfection.
Indeed what can be more glorious than to be conformed to the Humanity of christ, the Seat of all Beauty and Perfection.
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This Conformity shall be the Work of his own Hands. And when Omnipotence interposes, nothing is difficult.
This Conformity shall be the Work of his own Hands. And when Omnipotence interposes, nothing is difficult.
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The raising the Body to an unchangeable state of Glory, is as easie to the Divine Power,
The raising the Body to an unchangeable state of Glory, is as easy to the Divine Power,
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as the forming it at the first in the Womb. As the Sun labours no more in the Mines in the forming Gold and Silver, the most precious and durable Metals,
as the forming it At the First in the Womb. As the Sun labours not more in the Mines in the forming Gold and Silver, the most precious and durable Metals,
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than in the production of a poor short-liv'd Flower. II. The Soul shall be made perfect in all its Faculties.
than in the production of a poor short-lived Flower. II The Soul shall be made perfect in all its Faculties.
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1. The Understanding shall clearly see the most excellent Objects.
1. The Understanding shall clearly see the most excellent Objects.
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Now we know but in part, 1 Cor. 13. The naked beauty of Divine Things is vail'd, and of impossible discovery.Now we know but in part, 1 Cor. 13. The naked beauty of Divine Things is veiled, and of impossible discovery.
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And the weakness of the Mind is not proportionable to their dazling brightness.
And the weakness of the Mind is not proportionable to their dazzling brightness.
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But when that which is perfect is come, then that which is in part shall be done away.
But when that which is perfect is come, then that which is in part shall be done away.
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In that enlightned state, the glorious manifestation of the Objects shall as much exceed the clearest revealing of them here,
In that enlightened state, the glorious manifestation of the Objects shall as much exceed the Clearest revealing of them Here,
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as the Sun in its full lustre, one beam of light strain'd through a crevice in the Wall.
as the Sun in its full lustre, one beam of Light strained through a crevice in the Wall.
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And the Understanding shall be prepar'd to take a full view of them.
And the Understanding shall be prepared to take a full view of them.
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Therefore the Apostle compares the several Periods of the Church, in respect of the degrees of Knowledg, to the several Ages of this Life.
Therefore the Apostle compares the several Periods of the Church, in respect of the Degrees of Knowledge, to the several Ages of this Life.
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When I was a Child, I spake as a Child, I understood as a Child, I thought as a Child: When I was a Child, I spoke as a Child, I understood as a Child, I Thought as a Child:
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but when I became a Man, I put away childish things. but when I became a Man, I put away childish things.
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In Children the Organs, either from an excess of moisture, or their smalness, are indisposed for the vigorous exercise of the Mind:
In Children the Organs, either from an excess of moisture, or their smallness, Are indisposed for the vigorous exercise of the Mind:
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some strictures of Reason appear, a presaging sign what will be, but mixt with much obscurity.
Some strictures of Reason appear, a presaging Signen what will be, but mixed with much obscurity.
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But when the Organs are come to their just proportion and temperament, the Soul displays its strength and activity.
But when the Organs Are come to their just proportion and temperament, the Soul displays its strength and activity.
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All things of a supernatural order shall then be clearly discovered.
All things of a supernatural order shall then be clearly discovered.
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The contrivance of our Salvation, the ways of conducting us to Blessedness, which are Objects of a sublime nature, will afford an exquisite pleasure to the Understanding.
The contrivance of our Salvation, the ways of conducting us to Blessedness, which Are Objects of a sublime nature, will afford an exquisite pleasure to the Understanding.
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All the secrets of our Redemption shall be unsealed.
All the secrets of our Redemption shall be unsealed.
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The great Mystery of Godliness, the Incarnation of the Eternal Son, and his according Justice with Mercy, shall then be apparent.The great Mystery of Godliness, the Incarnation of the Eternal Son, and his according justice with Mercy, shall then be apparent.
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The Divine Counsels in governing the World, are now only visible in their wonderful effects, either of Mercy or Justice, and those most dreadful;
The Divine Counsels in governing the World, Are now only visible in their wondered effects, either of Mercy or justice, and those most dreadful;
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but the Reasons of them are past finding out.
but the Reasons of them Are passed finding out.
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But what our Saviour said to Peter, What I do, thou knowest not now, but shalt know hereafter, is applicable to these impenetrable dispensations.
But what our Saviour said to Peter, What I do, thou Knowest not now, but shalt know hereafter, is applicable to these impenetrable dispensations.
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All the original Fountains of Wisdom, as clear as deep, shall then be opened.
All the original Fountains of Wisdom, as clear as deep, shall then be opened.
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We shall then see the beauty of Providence in disposing temporal things in order to our eternal felicity.
We shall then see the beauty of Providence in disposing temporal things in order to our Eternal felicity.
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We now see as it were the rought part, and Knots of that curious Embroidery:
We now see as it were the rought part, and Knots of that curious Embroidery:
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but then the whole Work shall be unfolded, the sweetness of the Colours and proportion of the Figures appear.
but then the Whole Work shall be unfolded, the sweetness of the Colours and proportion of the Figures appear.
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There we shall be able to expound the perplexing Riddle, How out of the Eater came Meat,
There we shall be able to expound the perplexing Riddle, How out of the Eater Come Meat,
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and out of the Strong came Sweetness. For we shall know as we are known. and out of the Strong Come Sweetness. For we shall know as we Are known.
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We shall see God. Our Saviour tells us, This is Life Eternal, to know thee the only true God, We shall see God. Our Saviour tells us, This is Life Eternal, to know thee the only true God,
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and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent. The beginning and perfection of our Happiness consists in this knowledg.and jesus christ whom thou hast sent. The beginning and perfection of our Happiness consists in this knowledge.
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The Deity is spiritual and invisible to the Eye of the Body, infinite and incomprehensible to the Soul. But we shall then so clearly understand the Divine Perfections, that our present knowledg compar'd to that, is but as the seeing a dark resemblance in a Glass, to the clear view of a Person in the native beauty of his Face.
The Deity is spiritual and invisible to the Eye of the Body, infinite and incomprehensible to the Soul. But we shall then so clearly understand the Divine Perfections, that our present knowledge compared to that, is but as the seeing a dark resemblance in a Glass, to the clear view of a Person in the native beauty of his Face.
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God is most gloriously present in Heaven.
God is most gloriously present in Heaven.
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For according to the degrees of excellence in the Work, such are the impressions and discoveries of the Vertues of the Cause.
For according to the Degrees of excellence in the Work, such Are the impressions and discoveries of the Virtues of the Cause.
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Now all sensible things in the low order of Nature, are but weak resultances from his Perfections, in comparison of their illustrious Effects in the Divine World.
Now all sensible things in the low order of Nature, Are but weak resultances from his Perfections, in comparison of their illustrious Effects in the Divine World.
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The Glories of the Place, and of the Inhabitants, the Angels and Saints, clearly express his Majesty, Goodness and Power.
The Glories of the Place, and of the Inhabitants, the Angels and Saints, clearly express his Majesty, goodness and Power.
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But in a transcendent manner he exhibits himself in the glorified Mediator.
But in a transcendent manner he exhibits himself in the glorified Mediator.
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He is stiled the Brightness of his Father's Glory, and the express Image of his Person;
He is styled the Brightness of his Father's Glory, and the express Image of his Person;
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not only for his equal Perfections in respect of the unity of their Nature, but to signifie that God in the Person of the incarnate Mediator is so fully represented to us, that by the sight of him we see God himself in his unchangeable Excellencies.
not only for his equal Perfections in respect of the unity of their Nature, but to signify that God in the Person of the incarnate Mediator is so Fully represented to us, that by the sighed of him we see God himself in his unchangeable Excellencies.
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This appears by the following words, that having purged us from our sins, he sate down on the right hand of the Majesty on high;
This appears by the following words, that having purged us from our Sins, he sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high;
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for they respect the Son of God as united to the humane Nature, in which he perform'd the Office of the Priesthood,
for they respect the Son of God as united to the humane Nature, in which he performed the Office of the Priesthood,
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and took possession of his glorious Kingdom.
and took possession of his glorious Kingdom.
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During his humble state, the Divine Vertues, Wisdom, Goodness, Holiness, Power, were so visible in his Person, Life, Revelations,
During his humble state, the Divine Virtues, Wisdom, goodness, Holiness, Power, were so visible in his Person, Life, Revelations,
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and miraculous Works, that when Philip so long'd for the sight of the Father as the only consummate Blessedness, Shew us the Father, and it suffices;
and miraculous Works, that when Philip so longed for the sighed of the Father as the only consummate Blessedness, Show us the Father, and it Suffices;
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He told him, He that has seen me, has seen the Father also. But how brightly do they appear in his triumphant Exaltation. 'Twas his Prayer on Earth;
He told him, He that has seen me, has seen the Father also. But how brightly do they appear in his triumphant Exaltation. 'Twas his Prayer on Earth;
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Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory. Inestimable Felicity!Father, I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory. Inestimable Felicity!
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Whether we consider him in the respect of an Object, that incomparably transcends all the created Glory of Heaven,
Whither we Consider him in the respect of an Object, that incomparably transcends all the created Glory of Heaven,
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or in the relation of our Head, on a double account;
or in the Relation of our Head, on a double account;
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partly because he was debased into the form of a Servant, and suffered all Indignities and Cruelties of Sinners for us, has received the Recompence of his Meritorious Sufferings, the triumph of his Victory, being glorifled with the Father with the Glory he had before the World was;
partly Because he was debased into the from of a Servant, and suffered all Indignities and Cruelties of Sinners for us, has received the Recompense of his Meritorious Sufferings, the triumph of his Victory, being glorifled with the Father with the Glory he had before the World was;
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and partly because every Member shall be conformed to him in his Glory; We shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.
and partly Because every Member shall be conformed to him in his Glory; We shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.
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And all Felicity and Glory is compriz'd in that Promise. The sight of the Face of Moses when radiant, had no transforming efficacy;
And all Felicity and Glory is Comprised in that Promise. The sighed of the Face of Moses when radiant, had no transforming efficacy;
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for the light of it was not in him as its source, but by derivation.
for the Light of it was not in him as its source, but by derivation.
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But God is Light essentially, and the sight of his Perfections will be productive of his Likeness in us,
But God is Light essentially, and the sighed of his Perfections will be productive of his Likeness in us,
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so far as it may be in a restrained Subject.
so Far as it may be in a restrained Subject.
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When our Saviour was upon the holy Mount, and one vanishing Beam of Glory appear'd in his Transfiguration, Peter was so transported at the sight, that he forgot the World and himself.
When our Saviour was upon the holy Mount, and one vanishing Beam of Glory appeared in his Transfiguration, Peter was so transported At the sighed, that he forgotten the World and himself.
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How ravishing then will the sight of him be in his triumphant Majesty, when we shall be transfigured our selves?
How ravishing then will the sighed of him be in his triumphant Majesty, when we shall be transfigured our selves?
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2. As we shall behold God's Face, know his most amiable Excellencies; so they shall love him as perfectly as they know him.
2. As we shall behold God's Face, know his most amiable Excellencies; so they shall love him as perfectly as they know him.
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To the illustrations of the Mind, there are correspondent impressions on the Heart.
To the illustrations of the Mind, there Are correspondent impressions on the Heart.
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In the present state our Love is imperfect, and as Fire out of its sphere, dies away, by our neglect to feed it with proper materials, enamouring considerations of God.
In the present state our Love is imperfect, and as Fire out of its sphere, die away, by our neglect to feed it with proper materials, enamouring considerations of God.
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But 'tis not so in Heaven:
But it's not so in Heaven:
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there the Divine Sun attracts every Eye with the light of its Beauty, and inflames every Heart with the heat of his Love.
there the Divine Sun attracts every Eye with the Light of its Beauty, and inflames every Heart with the heat of his Love.
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The continual Presence of God is in different respects the Cause and Effect of our Love to him.
The continual Presence of God is in different respects the Cause and Effect of our Love to him.
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For there is no more powerful Attractive to love him, than to see him; And Love keeps the Thoughts undivided from him.
For there is no more powerful Attractive to love him, than to see him; And Love keeps the Thoughts undivided from him.
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God is Love, and will kindle in us a pure Affection that Eternity shall never lessen.God is Love, and will kindle in us a pure Affection that Eternity shall never lessen.
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Our Affections that are now scattered on many things, wherein some small Reflections of his Goodness appear, shall joyn in one full Current in Heaven, where God is all in all.
Our Affections that Are now scattered on many things, wherein Some small Reflections of his goodness appear, shall join in one full Current in Heaven, where God is all in all.
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We shall then understand the riches of his Love, that God who is infinitely happy in himself, should make Man for such a Glory,
We shall then understand the riches of his Love, that God who is infinitely happy in himself, should make Man for such a Glory,
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and such a Glory for Man. And that when for his Rebellion he was justly expell'd from Paradise,
and such a Glory for Man. And that when for his Rebellion he was justly expelled from Paradise,
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and under a sentence of Eternal Death, God should please to restore him to his Favour,
and under a sentence of Eternal Death, God should please to restore him to his Favour,
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and to give him a better state than was forfeited.
and to give him a better state than was forfeited.
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We shall then understand our infinite Obligations to the Son of God, who descended from the Heaven of Heavens to our Earth;
We shall then understand our infinite Obligations to the Son of God, who descended from the Heaven of Heavens to our Earth;
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and which is more, from the Majesty wherein he there reign'd, from the Glory wherein he was visible to the Angelical Minds,
and which is more, from the Majesty wherein he there reigned, from the Glory wherein he was visible to the Angelical Minds,
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and became Man for Men, Redemption for the Lost, to purchase Immortal Life for those who were dead to that blessed Life.
and became Man for Men, Redemption for the Lost, to purchase Immortal Life for those who were dead to that blessed Life.
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In short, then God will express his Love to us in the highest degrees that a finite Creature is capable to receive from Love it self,
In short, then God will express his Love to us in the highest Degrees that a finite Creature is capable to receive from Love it self,
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and we shall love him with all the strength of our glorified Powers. 3. Compleat satisfaction flows from union with God by Knowledg and Love.
and we shall love him with all the strength of our glorified Powers. 3. Complete satisfaction flows from Union with God by Knowledge and Love.
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In his Presence is fulness of Joy, at his Right-hand are Pleasures for ever. The Causes and Excellencies of the Heavenly Life are in those words exprest.In his Presence is fullness of Joy, At his Right-hand Are Pleasures for ever. The Causes and Excellencies of the Heavenly Life Are in those words expressed.
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The Causes are the influxive Presence of God, the revelation of his attractive Perfections, the beholding his Face, the declaration of his peculiar Favour.
The Causes Are the influxive Presence of God, the Revelation of his Attractive Perfections, the beholding his Face, the declaration of his peculiar Favour.
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This our blessed Lord himself had a respect to, as the compleat Reward of his Sufferings:
This our blessed Lord himself had a respect to, as the complete Reward of his Sufferings:
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Thou shalt make me full of Joy with thy Countenance. And his Right-hand, his Bounty, that dispenses, and Power that secures that Felicity.Thou shalt make me full of Joy with thy Countenance. And his Right-hand, his Bounty, that dispenses, and Power that secures that Felicity.
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The Excellencies of this State are fulness of Joy, and that without diminution, or end.
The Excellencies of this State Are fullness of Joy, and that without diminution, or end.
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When the Soul opens its eyes to the clear discoveries of the first Truth, and its breast to the dear and intimate imbraces of the Supream Good, beyond which nothing remains to be known, nothing to be enjoy'd, what a deluge of the purest Pleasures will overflow it? We cannot ascend in our thoughts so high,
When the Soul Opens its eyes to the clear discoveries of the First Truth, and its breast to the dear and intimate embraces of the Supreme Good, beyond which nothing remains to be known, nothing to be enjoyed, what a deluge of the Purest Pleasures will overflow it? We cannot ascend in our thoughts so high,
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as to conceive the excess of Joy that attends those operations of the glorified Soul upon its proper Object. But something we may conjecture.
as to conceive the excess of Joy that attends those operations of the glorified Soul upon its proper Object. But something we may conjecture.
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(1.) Those who are possest with a noble Passion for Knowledg, how do they despise all lower Pleasures in comparison of it? How do they forget themselves, neglect the Body,
(1.) Those who Are possessed with a noble Passion for Knowledge, how do they despise all lower Pleasures in comparison of it? How do they forget themselves, neglect the Body,
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and retire into the Mind, the highest part of Man, and nearest to God? The bare apprehension of such things that by their internal nature have no attractive influence upon the Affections, is pleasant to the Understanding.
and retire into the Mind, the highest part of Man, and nearest to God? The bore apprehension of such things that by their internal nature have no Attractive influence upon the Affections, is pleasant to the Understanding.
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As the appearance of Light, though not attended with any other visible Beauties, refreshes the Eye after long darkness:
As the appearance of Light, though not attended with any other visible Beauty's, Refreshes the Eye After long darkness:
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so the clear discovery of Truths, how abstract so-ever, that were before unknown, is grateful to the intellective Faculty.
so the clear discovery of Truths, how abstract soever, that were before unknown, is grateful to the intellective Faculty.
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Thus some have been strangely transported with the pleasures of a Mathematical Demonstration, when the Evidence, not the Importance of the Thing was so ravishing:
Thus Some have been strangely transported with the pleasures of a Mathematical Demonstration, when the Evidence, not the Importance of the Thing was so ravishing:
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for what is more dry and barren of delight than the speculation of Figures and Numbers? Solon when near his end,
for what is more dry and barren of delight than the speculation of Figures and Numbers? Solon when near his end,
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and some of his Friends that visited him were speaking softly of a Point of Philosophy, by a sound of Wisdom was awaken'd from the sleep of Death that was just seizing on him,
and Some of his Friends that visited him were speaking softly of a Point of Philosophy, by a found of Wisdom was awakened from the sleep of Death that was just seizing on him,
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and opening his Eyes, and raising his Head to give attention;
and opening his Eyes, and raising his Head to give attention;
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being ask'd the reason of it? Answered, That when I understand what you are discoursing of, I may die.
being asked the reason of it? Answered, That when I understand what you Are discoursing of, I may die.
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Such was his delight in Knowledg, that a little of it made his Agony insensible. But here are many Imperfections that lessen this intellectual Pleasure, which shall cease in Heaven.
Such was his delight in Knowledge, that a little of it made his Agony insensible. But Here Are many Imperfections that lessen this intellectual Pleasure, which shall cease in Heaven.
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Here the acquisition of Knowledg is often with the expence of Health: the flower of the Spirits, necessary for Natural Operations, is wasted by intense thoughts.
Here the acquisition of Knowledge is often with the expense of Health: the flower of the Spirits, necessary for Natural Operations, is wasted by intense thoughts.
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How often are the Learned sickly? As the Flint when 'tis struck, gives not a spark without consuming it self;
How often Are the Learned sickly? As the Flint when it's struck, gives not a spark without consuming it self;
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So Knowledg is obtain'd by Studies that waste our faint sensitive Faculties.
So Knowledge is obtained by Studies that waste our faint sensitive Faculties.
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But then our Knowledg shall be a free emanation from the Spring of Truth, without our labour and pains.
But then our Knowledge shall be a free emanation from the Spring of Truth, without our labour and pains.
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Here we learn by circuit, and discern by comparing things; our Ignorance is dispell'd by a gradual succession of Light:
Here we Learn by circuit, and discern by comparing things; our Ignorance is dispelled by a gradual succession of Light:
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But then Universal Knowledg shall be infused in a moment.
But then Universal Knowledge shall be infused in a moment.
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Here after all our labour and toyl, how little Knowledg do we gain? Every Question is a Labyrinth, out of which the nimblest and most searching Minds cannot extricate themselves.
Here After all our labour and toil, how little Knowledge do we gain? Every Question is a Labyrinth, out of which the nimblest and most searching Minds cannot extricate themselves.
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How many specious Errors impose upon our Understandings? We look on things by false Lights, through deceiving Spectacles:
How many specious Errors impose upon our Understandings? We look on things by false Lights, through deceiving Spectacles:
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But then our Knowledg shall be certain and compleat. There is no forbidden Tree in the Celestial Paradise, as no inordinate Affection.
But then our Knowledge shall be certain and complete. There is no forbidden Tree in the Celestial Paradise, as no inordinate Affection.
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But suppose that all things in the compass of the World were known, yet still there would be emptiness and anguish in the Mind:
But suppose that all things in the compass of the World were known, yet still there would be emptiness and anguish in the Mind:
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for the most comprehensive knowledg of things that are insufficient to make us happy, cannot afford true Satisfaction.
for the most comprehensive knowledge of things that Are insufficient to make us happy, cannot afford true Satisfaction.
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But then we shall see God in all his Excellencies, the supream Object and End, the only Felicity of the Soul. How will the sight of his Glory personally shining in our Redeemer, in the first moment quench our extream thirst,
But then we shall see God in all his Excellencies, the supreme Object and End, the only Felicity of the Soul. How will the sighed of his Glory personally shining in our Redeemer, in the First moment quench our extreme thirst,
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and fill us with joy and admiration? 'Tis not as the naked conception of Treasures, that only makes rich in ideas, but that Divine sight gives a real Interest in him.
and fill us with joy and admiration? It's not as the naked conception of Treasures, that only makes rich in ideas, but that Divine sighed gives a real Interest in him.
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The Angels are so ravish'd with the Beauties and Wonders of his Face, that they never divert a moment from the contemplation of it.
The Angels Are so ravished with the Beauty's and Wonders of his Face, that they never divert a moment from the contemplation of it.
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2. The pure Love of the Saints to God is then fully satisfied. Love considered as an affection of Friendship, is always attended with two desires;
2. The pure Love of the Saints to God is then Fully satisfied. Love considered as an affection of Friendship, is always attended with two Desires;
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to be assured of Reciprocal Love, and to enjoy the Conversation of the Person beloved, the testimony of his esteem and good-will.
to be assured of Reciprocal Love, and to enjoy the Conversation of the Person Beloved, the testimony of his esteem and goodwill.
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This kind of Affection seems to be inconsistent with that infinite distance that is between God and the Creature.
This kind of Affection seems to be inconsistent with that infinite distance that is between God and the Creature.
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But though 'tis disproportionable to the Divine Majesty, 'tis proportionable to his Goodness.
But though it's disproportionable to the Divine Majesty, it's proportionable to his goodness.
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Accordingly our Saviour Promises, He that loves me, shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him,
Accordingly our Saviour Promises, He that loves me, shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him,
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and will manifest my self unto him. and will manifest my self unto him.
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And to confirm our belief of this astonishing Condescention, repeats it, If a Man love me, my Father will love him,
And to confirm our belief of this astonishing Condescension, repeats it, If a Man love me, my Father will love him,
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and we will come to him, and make our abode with him. In the present state, the signs of God's special favour are exhibited to his Friends.and we will come to him, and make our Abided with him. In the present state, the Signs of God's special favour Are exhibited to his Friends.
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Now he bestows on them the Honour of being his Sons, the Graces and Comforts of his Spirit, the precious Earnests of his Love,
Now he bestows on them the Honour of being his Sons, the Graces and Comforts of his Spirit, the precious Earnests of his Love,
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and Seal of their Redemption. But in eminency of degrees, the effects of his Love are incomparably more glorious in Heaven.
and Seal of their Redemption. But in eminency of Degrees, the effects of his Love Are incomparably more glorious in Heaven.
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Here the Saints are Adopted, there Crown'd.
Here the Saints Are Adopted, there Crowned.
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There he opens all the bright Treasures of his Wisdom, the Riches of his Goodness, the Beauties of his Holiness, the Glories of his Power,
There he Opens all the bright Treasures of his Wisdom, the Riches of his goodness, the Beauty's of his Holiness, the Glories of his Power,
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and by the intimate application of his Presence, makes his Love most sensible to them. O the mutual delights between God and glorified Souls!
and by the intimate application of his Presence, makes his Love most sensible to them. O the mutual delights between God and glorified Souls!
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God looks on them with an engaged Eye, as his own by many dear Titles,
God looks on them with an engaged Eye, as his own by many dear Titles,
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and is well-pleased in his own Goodness to them, and ravish'd with the reflex of his own Excellencies shining in them.
and is well-pleased in his own goodness to them, and ravished with the reflex of his own Excellencies shining in them.
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As the Bridegroom rejoyces over the Bride, ('tis the Language of Divine Love) so their God rejoyces over them. As the Bridegroom rejoices over the Bride, (it's the Language of Divine Love) so their God rejoices over them.
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And what a blessed Rest do they find in the compleat fruition of their Beloved? All their desires quietly expire in his Bosom.
And what a blessed Rest do they find in the complete fruition of their beloved? All their Desires quietly expire in his Bosom.
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What Triumphs of Joy follow? Can we frame a fuller Conception of Happiness, than to be perfectly loved by infinite Goodness,
What Triumphos of Joy follow? Can we frame a fuller Conception of Happiness, than to be perfectly loved by infinite goodness,
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and perfectly to love him?
and perfectly to love him?
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3. The supreme Joy of the Saints is for the Felicity and Glory of God himself.
3. The supreme Joy of the Saints is for the Felicity and Glory of God himself.
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For as the Holy Soul feels no more powerful motive to love God, than because he is most worthy of it,
For as the Holy Soul feels no more powerful motive to love God, than Because he is most worthy of it,
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as he is God, a Being of infinite Excellencies, and therefore to be loved above the dearest Persons and Things, even it self;
as he is God, a Being of infinite Excellencies, and Therefore to be loved above the dearest Persons and Things, even it self;
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so the highest Joy it partakes of is from this consideration, That God is infinitely blessed and glorious.
so the highest Joy it partakes of is from this consideration, That God is infinitely blessed and glorious.
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For in this the supream desire of Love is accomplish'd, that the most beloved Object is perfectly honour'd and pleased.
For in this the supreme desire of Love is accomplished, that the most Beloved Object is perfectly honoured and pleased.
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In Heaven the Love of the Saints to God is in its highest Perfection;
In Heaven the Love of the Saints to God is in its highest Perfection;
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and they see his Glory in the most perfect manner, which causes a transcendent Joy to them.
and they see his Glory in the most perfect manner, which Causes a transcendent Joy to them.
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And this is one reason why the Saints, though shining with unequal degrees of Glory, are equally content.
And this is one reason why the Saints, though shining with unequal Degrees of Glory, Are equally content.
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For their most ardent Love being set on God, that he is pleas'd to glorifie himself by such various communications of his Goodness, is full satisfaction to their desires.
For their most Ardent Love being Set on God, that he is pleased to Glorify himself by such various communications of his goodness, is full satisfaction to their Desires.
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Besides, in those different degrees of Glory, every one is so content with his own, that there is no possible desire of being but what he is.
Beside, in those different Degrees of Glory, every one is so content with his own, that there is no possible desire of being but what he is.
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4. The full joy of Heaven shall continue without diminution, or end. First, The number of Possessors cannot lessen it.
4. The full joy of Heaven shall continue without diminution, or end. First, The number of Possessors' cannot lessen it.
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The Divine Presence is an unwasted Spring of Pleasure equally full and open to all, and abundantly sufficient to satisfy the immensity of their desires.
The Divine Presence is an unwasted Spring of Pleasure equally full and open to all, and abundantly sufficient to satisfy the immensity of their Desires.
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Envy reigns in this World, because earthly things are so imperfect in their Nature, and so peculiar in their Possession, that they cannot suffice, nor be enjoyed by all.
Envy reigns in this World, Because earthly things Are so imperfect in their Nature, and so peculiar in their Possession, that they cannot suffice, nor be enjoyed by all.
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But in Heaven none is touch'd with that low base passion: for God contains all that is precious & desirable in the highest Degrees of Perfection,
But in Heaven none is touched with that low base passion: for God contains all that is precious & desirable in the highest Degrees of Perfection,
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and all partake of the influence of his Universal Goodness without intercepting one another.
and all partake of the influence of his Universal goodness without intercepting one Another.
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In the Kingdom above there is no cause for the Elder Brother to repine at the Father's Bounty to the Younger,
In the Kingdom above there is no cause for the Elder Brother to repine At the Father's Bounty to the Younger,
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nor for the Younger to supplant the Elder, to obtain the Birth-right. The Heirs of God are all rais'd to Sovereign Glory.
nor for the Younger to supplant the Elder, to obtain the Birthright. The Heirs of God Are all raised to Sovereign Glory.
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Every one enjoys him as entirely and fully, as if solely his felicity.
Every one enjoys him as entirely and Fully, as if solely his felicity.
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God is a Good as indivisible as infinite, and not diminish'd by the most liberal communications of Himself.
God is a Good as indivisible as infinite, and not diminished by the most liberal communications of Himself.
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We may illustrate this by comparing the Price of our Redemption, and the Reward.
We may illustrate this by comparing the Price of our Redemption, and the Reward.
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The Death of Christ is an universal benefit to all the Saints, yet 'tis so applied to every Believer for his perfect Redemption,
The Death of christ is an universal benefit to all the Saints, yet it's so applied to every Believer for his perfect Redemption,
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as if our Saviour in all his Agonies and Sufferings had no other in his Eye and Heart;
as if our Saviour in all his Agonies and Sufferings had no other in his Eye and Heart;
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as if all his Prayers, his Tears, his Blood were offer'd up to his Father only for that Person.
as if all his Prayers, his Tears, his Blood were offered up to his Father only for that Person.
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The common respect of it the Apostle declares in those admirable words, that signifie such an excess of God's Love to us, He that spared not his own Son,
The Common respect of it the Apostle declares in those admirable words, that signify such an excess of God's Love to us, He that spared not his own Son,
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but deliver'd him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? But to imagine that the propriety of every Believer is thereby prejudiced, is not only false, but Delivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? But to imagine that the propriety of every Believer is thereby prejudiced, is not only false,
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but extreamly injurious to the Merit and Dignity, and to the infinite Love of Christ.
but extremely injurious to the Merit and Dignity, and to the infinite Love of christ.
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Therefore the same Apostle tells us, The Life which I now live in the flesh, I live by the Faith of the Son of God;
Therefore the same Apostle tells us, The Life which I now live in the Flesh, I live by the Faith of the Son of God;
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who loved me, and gave himself for me: who loved me, and gave himself for me:
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as if he were the sole Object of Christ's Love, the End and Reward of his Sufferings.
as if he were the sole Object of Christ's Love, the End and Reward of his Sufferings.
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And this appropriating of it to himself, is no prejudice to the rights of all others.
And this appropriating of it to himself, is no prejudice to the rights of all Others.
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St. John describes himself by that truly glorious Title, The Disciple whom Jesus loved.
Saint John describes himself by that truly glorious Title, The Disciple whom jesus loved.
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Could he speak this of himself without the injury and indignation of the other Disciples? Certainly he might.
Could he speak this of himself without the injury and Indignation of the other Disciples? Certainly he might.
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For if we consider that incomprehensible Love of Christ, exprest to them all at his last Supper, after Judas was gone forth;
For if we Consider that incomprehensible Love of christ, expressed to them all At his last Supper, After Judas was gone forth;
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As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you. As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you.
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We may easily understand, that every one of them might justly believe that he was singularly beloved of Christ.
We may Easily understand, that every one of them might justly believe that he was singularly Beloved of christ.
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They were all received in the Heart, though (with John ) they did not all lean on the Breast of their Divine Master.
They were all received in the Heart, though (with John) they did not all lean on the Breast of their Divine Master.
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Thus in Heaven God is the Universal Treasure of all the Saints, and the peculiar Portion of every one.
Thus in Heaven God is the Universal Treasure of all the Saints, and the peculiar Portion of every one.
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As by his Essence he equally fills the whole World, and every part of it; and by his Providence equally regards all and every particular Creature; As by his Essence he equally fills the Whole World, and every part of it; and by his Providence equally regards all and every particular Creature;
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so in Heaven he dispenses the Riches of his Love to all, that they cannot desire more,
so in Heaven he dispenses the Riches of his Love to all, that they cannot desire more,
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if every one of them were (if I may so express it) the only begotten of the only begotten himself, the sole Heir of all the Merits of his Son. Every Saint may with the inflamed Spouse break forth in that Triumph of Love;
if every one of them were (if I may so express it) the only begotten of the only begotten himself, the sole Heir of all the Merits of his Son. Every Saint may with the inflamed Spouse break forth in that Triumph of Love;
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My Beloved is mine, and I am his. My beloved is mine, and I am his.
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Nay, the great number of the glorifi'd Saints is so far from lessening their Joy, that it unspeakably encreases it.
Nay, the great number of the glorified Saints is so Far from lessening their Joy, that it unspeakably increases it.
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The innumerable Company of Angels, and the General Assembly of the Church of the Firstborn, next to the happiness of enjoying God, are a chief part of Heaven.The innumerable Company of Angels, and the General Assembly of the Church of the Firstborn, next to the happiness of enjoying God, Are a chief part of Heaven.
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An unfeigned ardent Affection unites that pure Society.
an unfeigned Ardent Affection unites that pure Society.
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Our Love is now kindled either from a relation in Nature, or some visible Excellencies that render a Person worthy of our choice and friendship:
Our Love is now kindled either from a Relation in Nature, or Some visible Excellencies that render a Person worthy of our choice and friendship:
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but in Heaven the Reasons are greater, and the degrees of Love incomparably more fervent. All Carnal Alliances and Respects cease in that Supernatural State.
but in Heaven the Reasons Are greater, and the Degrees of Love incomparably more fervent. All Carnal Alliances and Respects cease in that Supernatural State.
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The Apostle tells us, If I have known Christ after the flesh, I know him so no more.
The Apostle tells us, If I have known christ After the Flesh, I know him so no more.
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By the Resurrection and Ascension of Christ he was transported into another World, and had communion with him as an Heavenly King, without low regards to the temporal priviledge of conversing with him on Earth.
By the Resurrection and Ascension of christ he was transported into Another World, and had communion with him as an Heavenly King, without low regards to the temporal privilege of conversing with him on Earth.
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The Spiritual relation is more near and permanent than the strictest band of Nature.
The Spiritual Relation is more near and permanent than the Strictest band of Nature.
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The Saints have all relation to the same Heavenly Father, and to Jesus Christ the Prince of Peace,
The Saints have all Relation to the same Heavenly Father, and to jesus christ the Prince of Peace,
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and Head of that happy Fraternity. The principal motive of Love here, is for the inherent Excellencies of a Person.
and Head of that happy Fraternity. The principal motive of Love Here, is for the inherent Excellencies of a Person.
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Wisdom, Goodness, Holiness, are mighty Attractives, and produce a more worthy Affection, a more intimate Confederacy of Souls, than propinquity in Nature.
Wisdom, goodness, Holiness, Are mighty Attractives, and produce a more worthy Affection, a more intimate Confederacy of Souls, than propinquity in Nature.
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David declares that all his delight was in the Excellent. But there are allays of this Noble Love here. For,David declares that all his delight was in the Excellent. But there Are allays of this Noble Love Here. For,
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1. There are reliques of Frailty in the best Men on Earth, some Blemishes that render them less amiable when discovered.
1. There Are Relics of Frailty in the best Men on Earth, Some Blemishes that render them less amiable when discovered.
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Here their Graces are mixt Infirmities, and but ascending to Glory. Accordingly our Love to them must be regular, and serene;
Here their Graces Are mixed Infirmities, and but ascending to Glory. Accordingly our Love to them must be regular, and serene;
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not clouded with Error, mistaking defects for amiable qualities.
not clouded with Error, mistaking defects for amiable qualities.
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But in Heaven the Image of God is compleat, by the union of all the glorious Vertues requisit to its perfection.
But in Heaven the Image of God is complete, by the Union of all the glorious Virtues requisite to its perfection.
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Every Saint there exactly agrees with the first Exemplar, is transformed according to the primitive beauty of Holiness.
Every Saint there exactly agrees with the First Exemplar, is transformed according to the primitive beauty of Holiness.
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No spot or wrinkle remains, or any such thing, that may cast the least aspect of deformity upon them.
No spot or wrinkle remains, or any such thing, that may cast the least aspect of deformity upon them.
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2. In the present state, the least part of the Saints worth is visible.
2. In the present state, the least part of the Saints worth is visible.
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As the Earth is fruitful in Plants and Flowers, but its Riches are in the Mines of precious Metals, the veins of Marble hidden in its bosom.
As the Earth is fruitful in Plants and Flowers, but its Riches Are in the Mines of precious Metals, the Veins of Marble hidden in its bosom.
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True, Grace appears in sensible Actions, but its Glory is within.
True, Grace appears in sensible Actions, but its Glory is within.
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The sincerity of Aims, the purity of Affections, the impresses of the Spirit on the Heart, the interiour Beauties of Holiness, are only seen by God.
The sincerity of Aims, the purity of Affections, the impresses of the Spirit on the Heart, the interior Beauty's of Holiness, Are only seen by God.
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Besides, such is the humility of eminent Saints, that the more they abound in Spiritual Treasures, the less they shew.
Beside, such is the humility of eminent Saints, that the more they abound in Spiritual Treasures, the less they show.
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As the Heavenly Bodies when in nearest conjunction with the Sun, and fullest of light, make the least appearance to our sight.
As the Heavenly Bodies when in nearest conjunction with the Sun, and Fullest of Light, make the least appearance to our sighed.
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But all their Excellencies shall then be in view. The Glory of God shall be revealed in them.
But all their Excellencies shall then be in view. The Glory of God shall be revealed in them.
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And how attractive is the Divine Likeness to an holy Eye? How will it ravish the Saints to behold an immortal Loveliness shining in one another? Their Love is mutual and reflexive, proportionable to the Cause of it.
And how Attractive is the Divine Likeness to an holy Eye? How will it ravish the Saints to behold an immortal Loveliness shining in one Another? Their Love is mutual and reflexive, proportionable to the Cause of it.
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An equal constant Flame is presery'd by pure materials. Every one is perfectly amiable, and perfectly enamour'd with all.
an equal constant Flame is preseryed by pure materials. Every one is perfectly amiable, and perfectly enamoured with all.
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Now can we frame a fuller Conception of Happiness, than such a State of Love, wherein whateyer is pleasant in Friendship is in perfection,
Now can we frame a fuller Conception of Happiness, than such a State of Love, wherein whateyer is pleasant in Friendship is in perfection,
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and whatever is distastful by Mens folly and weakness is abolish'd.
and whatever is distasteful by Men's folly and weakness is abolished.
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The Psalmist breaks out in a Rapture, Behold how good and pleasant it is for Brethren to dwell together in Ʋnity!
The Psalmist breaks out in a Rapture, Behold how good and pleasant it is for Brothers to dwell together in Ʋnity!
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Love is the Beauty and Strength of Societies, the Pleasure of Life.
Love is the Beauty and Strength of Societies, the Pleasure of Life.
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How excellent is the Joy of the Blessed, when the Prayer of Christ shall be accomplish'd, that they all may be one! As thou, Father, art in me,
How excellent is the Joy of the Blessed, when the Prayer of christ shall be accomplished, that they all may be one! As thou, Father, art in me,
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and I in thee, that they also may be one in us. God is absolutely One in his glorious Nature and Will, and therefore unalterably happy;and I in thee, that they also may be one in us. God is absolutely One in his glorious Nature and Will, and Therefore unalterably happy;
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And their inviolable Union in Love, is a Ray of the Essential Unity between the sacred Persons.
And their inviolable union in Love, is a Ray of the Essential Unity between the sacred Persons.
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There are no Divisions of Heart and Tongues, as in this Babel, but the most perfect and sweetest Concord,
There Are no Divisions of Heart and Tongues, as in this Babel, but the most perfect and Sweetest Concord,
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an Eternal Agreement in Tempers and Inclinations. There are no envious Comparisons;
an Eternal Agreement in Tempers and Inclinations. There Are no envious Comparisons;
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for Love that affectively transforms one into another, causes the Glory of every Saint to redound to the Joy of all.
for Love that affectively transforms one into Another, Causes the Glory of every Saint to redound to the Joy of all.
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Every one takes his share in the Felicity of all, and adds to it.
Every one Takes his share in the Felicity of all, and adds to it.
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Such is the power of that Celestial Fire wherein they all burn, that it melts and mixes Souls in such an entire Union, that by Complacence and an intimate Joy, the Blessedness of all is,
Such is the power of that Celestial Fire wherein they all burn, that it melts and mixes Souls in such an entire union, that by Complacence and an intimate Joy, the Blessedness of all is,
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as it were, proper to every one;
as it were, proper to every one;
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as if every one were plac'd in the Hearts of all, and all in the Heart of every one.
as if every one were placed in the Hearts of all, and all in the Heart of every one.
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If in the Church of the first-born Christians, in the earthly Jerusalem, the Band of Charity was so strict, that 'tis said, the Multitude of Believers were of one Heart, and one Soul;
If in the Church of the firstborn Christians, in the earthly Jerusalem, the Band of Charity was so strict, that it's said, the Multitude of Believers were of one Heart, and one Soul;
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How much more intimate and inseparable is the Union of the Saints in Jerusalem above, where every one loves another as himself?
How much more intimate and inseparable is the union of the Saints in Jerusalem above, where every one loves Another as himself?
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'Tis recorded of Alexander, that entring with Haephestion his Favourite, into the Pavilion of Darius 's Mother,
It's recorded of Alexander, that entering with Hephaestion his Favourite, into the Pavilion of Darius is Mother,
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then his Prisoner, she bowed to the Favourite, as having a greater appearance of Majesty, thinking him to be Alexander; but advised of her Error, she humbly begg'd his Pardon, to whom the generous King repli'd, You did not err, Mother, for this is also Alexander.
then his Prisoner, she bowed to the Favourite, as having a greater appearance of Majesty, thinking him to be Alexander; but advised of her Error, she humbly begged his Pardon, to whom the generous King replied, You did not err, Mother, for this is also Alexander.
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Such was their Affection, that whoever was taken of them, the other was taken in him;
Such was their Affection, that whoever was taken of them, the other was taken in him;
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the less ascending in the greater, without degrading the greater in the less. This is a Copy of the holy Love of the Blessed;
the less ascending in the greater, without degrading the greater in the less. This is a Copy of the holy Love of the Blessed;
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but with the same difference, as between the Description of a Star with a Coal, and its Beauty in its proper Aspect.
but with the same difference, as between the Description of a Star with a Coal, and its Beauty in its proper Aspect.
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And where all is Love, all is Delight.
And where all is Love, all is Delight.
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O how do they enjoy and triumph in the Happiness of one another? With what an unimaginable tenderness do they embrace? What Reciprocations of Endearments are between them? O their ravishing Conversation, and sweet Entercourse!
O how do they enjoy and triumph in the Happiness of one Another? With what an unimaginable tenderness do they embrace? What Reciprocations of Endearments Are between them? O their ravishing Conversation, and sweet Intercourse!
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for their Presence together in Heaven is not a silent Show. In the Transfiguration, Moses and Elias talkt with Christ.
for their Presence together in Heaven is not a silent Show. In the Transfiguration, Moses and Elias talked with christ.
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With what excellent Discourses do they entertain one another? If David felt such inward pleasure from the sence of God's favours, that he could not restrain the expression of it,
With what excellent Discourses do they entertain one Another? If David felt such inward pleasure from the sense of God's favours, that he could not restrain the expression of it,
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but invites the Saints, Come and hear, all ye that fear the Lord, and I will tell you what he has done for my Soul. Certainly in Heaven, the Blessed with over-flowing Affections recount the Divine Benefits, the admirable Methods, whereby the Life of Grace was begun, preserv'd and carried on in the midst of Temptations;
but invites the Saints, Come and hear, all you that Fear the Lord, and I will tell you what he has done for my Soul. Certainly in Heaven, the Blessed with overflowing Affections recount the Divine Benefits, the admirable Methods, whereby the Life of Grace was begun, preserved and carried on in the midst of Temptations;
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the continual Succession of Mercies in the time of their Hopes, and the Consummation of all in the time of their Enjoyment.
the continual Succession of mercies in the time of their Hope's, and the Consummation of all in the time of their Enjoyment.
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How joyfully do they concur in their Thanksgivings to God for the goodness of Creation, in making them reasonable Creatures, capable to know, love and enjoy Him,
How joyfully do they concur in their Thanksgivings to God for the Goodness of Creation, in making them reasonable Creatures, capable to know, love and enjoy Him,
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when they might have been of the lowest Order in the whole Sphere of Beings; for his compassionate Care and Providence over them in this World.
when they might have been of the lowest Order in the Whole Sphere of Beings; for his compassionate Care and Providence over them in this World.
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But especially for his Sovereign Mercy in electing them to be Vessels of honour; for his powerful Grace, in rescuing them from the cruel and ignominious bondage of Sin;
But especially for his Sovereign Mercy in electing them to be Vessels of honour; for his powerful Grace, in rescuing them from the cruel and ignominious bondage of since;
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for his most free Love, that justified them from all their Guilt by the Death of his only Son, and glorified them with himself.
for his most free Love, that justified them from all their Gilded by the Death of his only Son, and glorified them with himself.
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They are never weary in this delightful Exercise, but continually bless him for his Mercy that endures for ever.
They Are never weary in this delightful Exercise, but continually bless him for his Mercy that endures for ever.
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We may judge by the Saints here, when they are in a fit disposition to praise God, what Fervours they feel in their united Praises of him in Heaven.
We may judge by the Saints Here, when they Are in a fit disposition to praise God, what Fervours they feel in their united Praises of him in Heaven.
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The Psalmist in an Extasy calls to all the parts of the World to joyn with him;
The Psalmist in an Ecstasy calls to all the parts of the World to join with him;
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The Lord reigns, let the Heavens rejoyce, and the Earth be glad; let the Sea roar, let the Fields be joyful, and all that dwell therein. The Lord reigns, let the Heavens rejoice, and the Earth be glad; let the Sea roar, let the Fields be joyful, and all that dwell therein.
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He desires that Nature should be elevated above it self, that the dead parts be inspir'd with life, the insensible feel motions of joy,
He Desires that Nature should be elevated above it self, that the dead parts be inspired with life, the insensible feel motions of joy,
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and those that want a voice, break forth in praises, to adorn the Divine Triumph.
and those that want a voice, break forth in praises, to adorn the Divine Triumph.
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With what Life and Alacrity will the Saints in their blessed Communion celebrate the Object of their Love and Praises? The Seraphims about the Throne cry'd to one another, to express their Zeal and Joy, in celebrating his Eternal Purity and Power,
With what Life and Alacrity will the Saints in their blessed Communion celebrate the Object of their Love and Praises? The Seraphims about the Throne cried to one Another, to express their Zeal and Joy, in celebrating his Eternal Purity and Power,
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and the Glory of his Goodness. Oh the unspeakable Pleasure of this Concert! when every Soul is harmonious, and contributes his Part to the Musick of Heaven!
and the Glory of his goodness. O the unspeakable Pleasure of this Concert! when every Soul is harmonious, and contributes his Part to the Music of Heaven!
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O could we hear but some Eccho of those Songs wherewith the Heaven of Heavens resounds, some remains of those Voices wherewith the Saints above triumph in the Praises, in the solemn Adoration of the King of Spirits,
O could we hear but Some Echo of those Songs wherewith the Heaven of Heavens resounds, Some remains of those Voices wherewith the Saints above triumph in the Praises, in the solemn Adoration of the King of Spirits,
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how would it inflame our desires to be joyn'd with them? Blessed are those that are in thy House, they always praise Thee.
how would it inflame our Desires to be joined with them? Blessed Are those that Are in thy House, they always praise Thee.
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2. The fulness of Joy in Heaven is undecaying; for the causes of it are always equal.
2. The fullness of Joy in Heaven is undecaying; for the Causes of it Are always equal.
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And those are the Beatifick Object reveal'd, and the uninterrupted Contemplation of it.
And those Are the Beatific Object revealed, and the uninterrupted Contemplation of it.
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Whilst we are here below, the Sun of Righteousness, as to our perception and sence, has ascensions and declinations, accesses and recesses.
While we Are Here below, the Sun of Righteousness, as to our perception and sense, has ascensions and declinations, Accesses and Recesses.
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And our Earth is not so purified, but some Vapours arise that intercept his chearfull refreshing Light.
And our Earth is not so purified, but Some Vapours arise that intercept his cheerful refreshing Light.
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From hence there are alternate successions of Spiritual Comforts and Sorrows, of Doubts and filial Confidence in the Saints.
From hence there Are alternate successions of Spiritual Comforts and Sorrows, of Doubts and filial Confidence in the Saints.
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'Tis a rare favour of Heaven, when an humble Believer in his whole course is so circumspect as not to provoke God to appear displeased against him:
It's a rare favour of Heaven, when an humble Believer in his Whole course is so circumspect as not to provoke God to appear displeased against him:
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When a Christian (as those tutelar Angels spoken of in the Gospel) always beholds the face of his Heavenly Father,
When a Christian (as those tutelar Angels spoken of in the Gospel) always beholds the face of his Heavenly Father,
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and converses with him with an holy Liberty.
and converses with him with an holy Liberty.
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And what a torment the hiding of God's face is to a deserted Soul, only they know who feel it.
And what a torment the hiding of God's face is to a deserted Soul, only they know who feel it.
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External troubles are many times attended with more Consolations to the Spirit, than Afflictions to Sense;
External Troubles Are many times attended with more Consolations to the Spirit, than Afflictions to Sense;
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but to love God with a transeendent Affection, and to fear he is our Enemy, no punishment exceeds, or is equal to it.
but to love God with a transeendent Affection, and to Fear he is our Enemy, no punishment exceeds, or is equal to it.
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As his Loving-kindness in their esteem is better than Life, so his Displeasure is worse than Death.
As his Lovingkindness in their esteem is better than Life, so his Displeasure is Worse than Death.
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How do they wrestle with God by Prayers and Tears, and offer as it were, a holy Violence to the King of Heaven, to recover their first serenity of Mind, the lost Peace of Heart? How passionately do they cry out, with Job, in the Book of his Patience, (Job 29.2, 3, 4.) O that I were as in months past,
How do they wrestle with God by Prayers and Tears, and offer as it were, a holy Violence to the King of Heaven, to recover their First serenity of Mind, the lost Peace of Heart? How passionately do they cry out, with Job, in the Book of his Patience, (Job 29.2, 3, 4.) Oh that I were as in months past,
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as in the day taken God preserved me:
as in the day taken God preserved me:
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when his Candle shin'd upon my Head, and when by his Light I walk'd through darkness:
when his Candle shined upon my Head, and when by his Light I walked through darkness:
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As I was in the days of my youth, when the Seoret of God was upon my Tabernacle. As I was in the days of my youth, when the Seoret of God was upon my Tabernacle.
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And sometimes God delayes the revealing himself even to his dearest Children;
And sometime God delays the revealing himself even to his dearest Children;
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not that he does not see their Necessities, and hear their Prayers, or is so hard that till their Extremities he is not moved with Compassion,
not that he does not see their Necessities, and hear their Prayers, or is so hard that till their Extremities he is not moved with Compassion,
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but for wise and holy Reasons;
but for wise and holy Reasons;
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Either that they may not return to Folly, if by any presumptuous Sin they forfeited their Peaces;
Either that they may not return to Folly, if by any presumptuous since they forfeited their Peaces;
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or if they have been careful to please him, yet he may deprive them of Spiritual Comforts for a time, to keep them humble,
or if they have been careful to please him, yet he may deprive them of Spiritual Comforts for a time, to keep them humble,
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and that with an obedient resignation to his Sovereign Pleasure they may wait for his reviving Presence.
and that with an obedient resignation to his Sovereign Pleasure they may wait for his reviving Presence.
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And then Joy returns greater than before. For thus God usually renders with interest what he suspended only for trial.
And then Joy returns greater than before. For thus God usually renders with Interest what he suspended only for trial.
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But the Saints above are for ever enlightned with the vital splendor and dear regards of his Countenance, always enjoy his beamy smiles.
But the Saints above Are for ever enlightened with the vital splendour and dear regards of his Countenance, always enjoy his beamy smiles.
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A continual effusion of Glory illustrates Heaven and all its blessed Inhabitants. And their Contemplation of God is sixed.
A continual effusion of Glory illustrates Heaven and all its blessed Inhabitants. And their Contemplation of God is sixed.
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If the Object, though extraordinary glorious, were transient, or the Eye so weak that it could only see it but by glances, the heighth of Joy would not be perpetual.
If the Object, though extraordinary glorious, were Transient, or the Eye so weak that it could only see it but by glances, the height of Joy would not be perpetual.
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But the Mind is prepar'd with supernatural vigour, to see the brightness of God's Face,
But the Mind is prepared with supernatural vigour, to see the brightness of God's Face,
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and by the most attentive application always converses with that blessed Object, so that the Joy of Heaven is never intermitted for a moment.
and by the most attentive application always converses with that blessed Object, so that the Joy of Heaven is never intermitted for a moment.
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They always see, and love, and rejoyce, and praise him.
They always see, and love, and rejoice, and praise him.
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'Tis possible a carnal Suspition may arise in some, as if the uniform perpetual Vision of the same Glory might lose its perfect delightfulness.
It's possible a carnal Suspicion may arise in Some, as if the uniform perpetual Vision of the same Glory might loose its perfect delightfulness.
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For those who seek for happiness in the vanity of the Creatures, are always desirous of Change,
For those who seek for happiness in the vanity of the Creatures, Are always desirous of Change,
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and have their Judgments so corrupted, that while they languish with a secret desire after an unchangeable Good,
and have their Judgments so corrupted, that while they languish with a secret desire After an unchangeable Good,
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yet they conceive no Good as desirable, that is not changed.
yet they conceive no Good as desirable, that is not changed.
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But to correct this gross Errour of Fancy, let us a little enquire into the Causes of Dissatisfaction, that make the constant fruition of the same thing here to be tedious.
But to correct this gross Error of Fancy, let us a little inquire into the Causes of Dissatisfaction, that make the constant fruition of the same thing Here to be tedious.
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1. Sensible things are of such a limited Goodness, that not any of them can supply all our present wants,
1. Sensible things Are of such a limited goodness, that not any of them can supply all our present Wants,
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so that 'tis necessary to leave one for another.
so that it's necessary to leave one for Another.
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And the most of them are Remedies of our diseased Appetites, and if not temperately used, are destructive Evils.
And the most of them Are Remedies of our diseased Appetites, and if not temperately used, Are destructive Evils.
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Eating and Drinking are to extinguish Hunger and Thirst, but continued beyond just measure become nauseous.
Eating and Drinking Are to extinguish Hunger and Thirst, but continued beyond just measure become nauseous.
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Besides, the Insufficiency of their Objects, the Senses themselves cannot be satisfied all at once.
Beside, the Insufficiency of their Objects, the Senses themselves cannot be satisfied all At once.
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The Ear cannot attend to delightful Sounds, and the Eye be intent on beautiful Colours at the same time:
The Ear cannot attend to delightful Sounds, and the Eye be intent on beautiful Colours At the same time:
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the Satisfaction of one Sense defeats another of enjoying its proper good;
the Satisfaction of one Sense defeats Another of enjoying its proper good;
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therefore the same Object is not constantly pleasant, but the Heart is distemper'd from as many Causes, as there are desires unaccomplish'd.
Therefore the same Object is not constantly pleasant, but the Heart is distempered from as many Causes, as there Are Desires unaccomplished.
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Add further, all things under the Sun afford only a superficial delight, and miserably deceive the Expectations raised of them:
Add further, all things under the Sun afford only a superficial delight, and miserably deceive the Expectations raised of them:
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and many times there is a mixture of some evil in them, that is more offensive than the good is delightful.
and many times there is a mixture of Some evil in them, that is more offensive than the good is delightful.
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The Honey is attended with a Sting, so that often those things we sigh after through vehement desire,
The Honey is attended with a Sting, so that often those things we sighs After through vehement desire,
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when they are obtain'd, we sigh for grief. Now all these Causes of dissatisfaction cease in in Heaven;
when they Are obtained, we sighs for grief. Now all these Causes of dissatisfaction cease in in Heaven;
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for God is an infinite Good, and whatever is truly desirable and precious is in him in all degrees of Perfection.
for God is an infinite Good, and whatever is truly desirable and precious is in him in all Degrees of Perfection.
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And in his Presence all the powers of the Soul are drawn out in their most pleasant exercise,
And in his Presence all the Powers of the Soul Are drawn out in their most pleasant exercise,
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and always enjoy their entire happiness.
and always enjoy their entire happiness.
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The Fruition of him exceeds our most raised hopes, as much as he is more glorious in Himself than in any borrowed Representations.
The Fruition of him exceeds our most raised hope's, as much as he is more glorious in Himself than in any borrowed Representations.
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God will be to us incomparably above what we can ask or think.
God will be to us incomparably above what we can ask or think.
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The Compass of of our thoughts, the Depth of our desires are imperfect Measures of his Perfections.
The Compass of of our thoughts, the Depth of our Desires Are imperfect Measures of his Perfections.
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And as he is a Pure Good in Himself, so he is prevalent over all Evil. 'Tis evident therefore, that nothing can allay the Joys of Saints when they are in God's presence.
And as he is a Pure Good in Himself, so he is prevalent over all Evil. It's evident Therefore, that nothing can allay the Joys of Saints when they Are in God's presence.
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2. Novelty is not requisite to ingratiate every Good, and make it perfectly delightful. God is infinitely happy, to whom no Good was ever new.
2. Novelty is not requisite to ingratiate every Good, and make it perfectly delightful. God is infinitely happy, to whom no Good was ever new.
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'Tis indeed the Sauce that gives a delicious taste to inferiour things.
It's indeed the Sauce that gives a delicious taste to inferior things.
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For Men relish only what is eminent, and the good things of this World are so truly mean, that they are fain to borrow a shew of Greatness by comparison with a worse estate preceding.
For Men relish only what is eminent, and the good things of this World Are so truly mean, that they Are fain to borrow a show of Greatness by comparison with a Worse estate preceding.
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But an infinite Good produces always the same pure equal compleat Joy, because it arises from its intrinsick perfection, that wants no Foil to commend it.
But an infinite Good produces always the same pure equal complete Joy, Because it arises from its intrinsic perfection, that Wants no Foil to commend it.
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The Psalmist breaks forth, Whom have I in Heaven but Thee? This is no vanishing Rapture,
The Psalmist breaks forth, Whom have I in Heaven but Thee? This is no vanishing Rapture,
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but a constant joyful height of Affection. God the essential Happiness of the Saints, is always perfectly lovely and delightful to them.
but a constant joyful height of Affection. God the essential Happiness of the Saints, is always perfectly lovely and delightful to them.
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3. The glorified Saints in every period of their happy state, have as lively a perception of it as in the beginning.
3. The glorified Saints in every Period of their happy state, have as lively a perception of it as in the beginning.
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To make this evident, we must consider that the pleasure of Novelty springs from a quick sense of the opposit terms, between our condition in the want of some desired Good, and after our obtaining it.
To make this evident, we must Consider that the pleasure of Novelty springs from a quick sense of the opposite terms, between our condition in the want of Some desired Good, and After our obtaining it.
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Now the Mind is more intense on the advantage, and more strongly affected at first.
Now the Mind is more intense on the advantage, and more strongly affected At First.
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One newly freed from the torments of a sharp Disease, feels a greater pleasure than from a constant tenour of Health.
One newly freed from the torments of a sharp Disease, feels a greater pleasure than from a constant tenor of Health.
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Those who are rais'd from a low State to eminent Dignity, are transported with their first change;
Those who Are raised from a low State to eminent Dignity, Are transported with their First change;
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but in tract of time the remembrance of their mean condition is so weakned and spent, that 'tis like the shadow of a Dream,
but in tract of time the remembrance of their mean condition is so weakened and spent, that it's like the shadow of a Dream,
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and proportionably their Joy is lessened. Honours, like Perfumes, by custom are less sensible to those that carry them.
and proportionably their Joy is lessened. Honours, like Perfumes, by custom Are less sensible to those that carry them.
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But the Saints above always consider and feel the excellent difference between their suffering and triumphant state.
But the Saints above always Consider and feel the excellent difference between their suffering and triumphant state.
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They never lose that ravishing part of Felicity, the vivid sence of past evils.
They never loose that ravishing part of Felicity, the vivid sense of past evils.
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Their reflections are always as strong on the Misery from whence they were rais'd to the pitch of Happiness,
Their reflections Are always as strong on the Misery from whence they were raised to the pitch of Happiness,
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as in their first glorious Translation.
as in their First glorious translation.
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In what an Extasy of wonder and pleasure will they be, from the fresh memory of what they were,
In what an Ecstasy of wonder and pleasure will they be, from the fresh memory of what they were,
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and the joyful sence of what they are? I was (says the admiring Soul) poor, blind, and naked;
and the joyful sense of what they Are? I was (Says the admiring Soul) poor, blind, and naked;
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but O miraculous and happy Alteration! I am full of Light, enrich'd with the Treasures of Heaven, adorn'd with divine Glory.
but Oh miraculous and happy Alteration! I am full of Light, enriched with the Treasures of Heaven, adorned with divine Glory.
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I was under the tyrannous power of Satan, but he is bruised under my feet.
I was under the tyrannous power of Satan, but he is Bruised under my feet.
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I was sentenc'd to an everlasting Separation from the Presence of God, my only Life and Joy;
I was sentenced to an everlasting Separation from the Presence of God, my only Life and Joy;
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but now am possest of my supream Good.
but now am possessed of my supreme Good.
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O how transporting is the comparison of these wide and contrary Extreams? How beautiful and pleasant is the Day of Eternity,
O how transporting is the comparison of these wide and contrary Extremes? How beautiful and pleasant is the Day of Eternity,
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after such a dark tempestuous Night? How does the remembrance of such Evils produce a more lively and feeling fruition of such Happiness? How strangely and mightily does Salvation with Eternal Glory affect the Soul? This gives a spritely accent to their everlasting Hallelujahs. This preserves an affectionate heat in their Thanksgivings to their Victorious Deliverer.
After such a dark tempestuous Night? How does the remembrance of such Evils produce a more lively and feeling fruition of such Happiness? How strangely and mightily does Salvation with Eternal Glory affect the Soul? This gives a spritely accent to their everlasting Hallelujahs. This preserves an affectionate heat in their Thanksgivings to their Victorious Deliverer.
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And thus their Happiness is always the same, and always new. Their Pleasure is continued in its perfection.
And thus their Happiness is always the same, and always new. Their Pleasure is continued in its perfection.
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Lastly. The Blessedness of the Saints is without end. This makes Heaven to be it self.Lastly. The Blessedness of the Saints is without end. This makes Heaven to be it self.
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There is no satiety of the present, no sollicitude for the future.
There is no satiety of the present, no solicitude for the future.
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Were there a possibility, or the least suspicion of losing that happy state, it would cast an aspersion of bitterness upon all their delights:
Were there a possibility, or the least suspicion of losing that happy state, it would cast an aspersion of bitterness upon all their delights:
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they could not enjoy one moments repose;
they could not enjoy one moments repose;
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but the more excellent their Happiness is, the more stinging would their fear be of parting with it.
but the more excellent their Happiness is, the more stinging would their Fear be of parting with it.
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But the Inheritance reserved in Heaven, is immortal, undefiled, and fades not away. But the Inheritance reserved in Heaven, is immortal, undefiled, and fades not away.
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And the tenure of their Possession is infinitely firm by the Divine Power, the true Support of their everlasting Duration.
And the tenure of their Possession is infinitely firm by the Divine Power, the true Support of their everlasting Duration.
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With God is the Fountain of Life. With God is the Fountain of Life.
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They enjoy a better Immortality, than the Tree of Life could have preserv'd in Adam. The Revolutions of the Heavens,
They enjoy a better Immortality, than the Tree of Life could have preserved in Adam. The Revolutions of the Heavens,
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and Ages, are under their Feet, and cannot in the least alter or determine their Happiness.
and Ages, Are under their Feet, and cannot in the least altar or determine their Happiness.
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After the passing of millions of Years, still an entire Eternity remains of their enjoying God.
After the passing of millions of years, still an entire Eternity remains of their enjoying God.
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O most desirable state where Blessedness and Eternity are inseparably united. O joyful Harmony!
O most desirable state where Blessedness and Eternity Are inseparably united. O joyful Harmony!
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when the full Chorus of Heaven shall sing, This God is our God for ever and ever.
when the full Chorus of Heaven shall sing, This God is our God for ever and ever.
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This adds an infinite weight to their Glory. This redoubles their unspeakable Joys with infinite sweetness and security.
This adds an infinite weight to their Glory. This redoubles their unspeakable Joys with infinite sweetness and security.
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They repose themselves in the compleat fruition of their Happiness. God reigns in the Saints, and they live in him for ever.
They repose themselves in the complete fruition of their Happiness. God reigns in the Saints, and they live in him for ever.
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From what has been discoursed we should,
From what has been discoursed we should,
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1. Consider the woful Folly of Men in refusing such an Happiness, that by the admirable Favour of God is offer'd to their choice.
1. Consider the woeful Folly of Men in refusing such an Happiness, that by the admirable Favour of God is offered to their choice.
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Can there be an Expectation, or Desire, or Capacity in Man of enjoying an Happiness beyond what is Infinite and Eternal? O blind and wretched World! so careless of everlasting Felicity.
Can there be an Expectation, or Desire, or Capacity in Man of enjoying an Happiness beyond what is Infinite and Eternal? O blind and wretched World! so careless of everlasting Felicity.
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Who can behold, without compassion and indignation, Men vainly seeking for Happiness where 'tis not to be found,
Who can behold, without compassion and Indignation, Men vainly seeking for Happiness where it's not to be found,
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and after innumerable disappointments fly to an Impossibility, and neglect their sovereign and finàl Blessedness? Astonishing Madness!
and After innumerable disappointments fly to an Impossibility, and neglect their sovereign and finàl Blessedness? Astonishing Madness!
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that God and Heaven should be despised in comparison of painted Trifles. This adds the greatest Contumely to their Impiety.
that God and Heaven should be despised in comparison of painted Trifles. This adds the greatest Contumely to their Impiety.
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What powerful Charm obstructs their true judging of things? What Spirit of Errour possesses them? Alas, Eternal things are unseen! not of conspicuous moment,
What powerful Charm obstructs their true judging of things? What Spirit of Error Possesses them? Alas, Eternal things Are unseen! not of conspicuous moment,
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and therefore in the carnal Ballance are esteemed light, against temporal things present to the Sense.
and Therefore in the carnal Balance Are esteemed Light, against temporal things present to the Sense.
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It does not appear what we shall be: The Vail of the visible Heavens covers the Sanctuary, where JESUS our High-Priest is entred, and stops the enquiring Eye.It does not appear what we shall be: The vail of the visible Heavens covers the Sanctuary, where JESUS our High-Priest is entered, and stops the inquiring Eye.
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But have we not assurance by the most infallible Principles of Faith, that the Son of God came down from Heaven to live with us,
But have we not assurance by the most infallible Principles of Faith, that the Son of God Come down from Heaven to live with us,
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and dy for us, and that he rose again to confirm our Belief in his exceeding great and precious Promises concerning this happiness in the Future State? And do not the most evident Principles of Reason and universal Experience prove, that this World cannot afford true Happiness to us? How wretchedly do we forfeit the Prerogative of the reasonable Nature, by neglecting our last and blessed End? If the Mind be darkned, that it does not see the amiable Excellencies of God,
and die for us, and that he rose again to confirm our Belief in his exceeding great and precious Promises Concerning this happiness in the Future State? And do not the most evident Principles of Reason and universal Experience prove, that this World cannot afford true Happiness to us? How wretchedly do we forfeit the Prerogative of the reasonable Nature, by neglecting our last and blessed End? If the Mind be darkened, that it does not see the amiable Excellencies of God,
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and the Will so depraved that it does not feel their ravishing power; the Man ceases to be a Man, and becomes like the Beasts that perish.
and the Will so depraved that it does not feel their ravishing power; the Man ceases to be a Man, and becomes like the Beasts that perish.
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As a blind Eye is no longer an Eye, being absolutely useless to that end for which it was made.
As a blind Eye is no longer an Eye, being absolutely useless to that end for which it was made.
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And though in this present state Men are stupid and unconcern'd, yet hereafter their Misery will awaken them, to discover what is that Supream Good wherein their Perfection and Felicity consists.
And though in this present state Men Are stupid and unconcerned, yet hereafter their Misery will awaken them, to discover what is that Supreme Good wherein their Perfection and Felicity consists.
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When their folly shall be exposed before God, Angels, and Saints, in what extream confusion will they appear before that glorious and immense Theatre? Our Saviour told the unbelieving Jews, There shall be weeping,
When their folly shall be exposed before God, Angels, and Saints, in what extreme confusion will they appear before that glorious and immense Theatre? Our Saviour told the unbelieving jews, There shall be weeping,
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and gnashing of teeth, when ye shall see Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, and all the Prophets in the Kingdom of God,
and gnashing of teeth, when you shall see Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, and all the prophets in the Kingdom of God,
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and you your selves turn'd out. They shall be tortur'd with the desire of Happiness without possible satisfaction.and you your selves turned out. They shall be tortured with the desire of Happiness without possible satisfaction.
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'Tis most just that those who err without excuse, should repent without remedy.
It's most just that those who err without excuse, should Repent without remedy.
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2. Let us be excited seriously to apply our selves in the use of effectual means for the obtaining this Happiness.
2. Let us be excited seriously to apply our selves in the use of effectual means for the obtaining this Happiness.
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Indeed the original Cause of it, is the pure rich Mercy of God;
Indeed the original Cause of it, is the pure rich Mercy of God;
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the meritorious, is the most precious Obedience of our Saviour, by whom we obtain plenteous Redemption. His Abasement is the cause of our Exaltation.
the meritorious, is the most precious obedience of our Saviour, by whom we obtain plenteous Redemption. His Abasement is the cause of our Exaltation.
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The Wounds he received in his Body the Characters of Ignominy, and Footsteps of Death, are the Fountains of our Glory.
The Wounds he received in his Body the Characters of Ignominy, and Footsteps of Death, Are the Fountains of our Glory.
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Eternal Life is the Gift of God through Jesus Christ our Lord. But the Gospel declares;Eternal Life is the Gift of God through jesus christ our Lord. But the Gospel declares;
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That without Holiness no Man shall see God. That without Holiness no Man shall see God.
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An holy change of our Natures, and perseverance in the Course of universal Obedience, are indispensibly requisite in order to our obtaining Heaven.
an holy change of our Nature's, and perseverance in the Course of universal obedience, Are Indispensibly requisite in order to our obtaining Heaven.
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Those who by patient continuance in well-doing, seek for Glory, Honour, and Immortality, shall partake of Eternal Life. Those who by patient Continuance in welldoing, seek for Glory, Honour, and Immortality, shall partake of Eternal Life.
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Now were there no other Reason of this Constitution, but the sovereign Will of God, it were sufficient.
Now were there no other Reason of this Constitution, but the sovereign Will of God, it were sufficient.
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But the Foundation of it is laid in the nature of the Things themselves.
But the Foundation of it is laid in the nature of the Things themselves.
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Therefore our Saviour does not simply declare, that an unregenerate Person shall not see the Kingdom of God, but with the greatest emphasis cannot, to signify an absolute impossibility of it.
Therefore our Saviour does not simply declare, that an unregenerate Person shall not see the Kingdom of God, but with the greatest emphasis cannot, to signify an absolute impossibility of it.
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Besides the Legal Bar that excludes unsanctified Persons from the beatifick vision of God, there is a moral incapacity.
Beside the Legal Bar that excludes unsanctified Persons from the beatific vision of God, there is a moral incapacity.
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Suppose that Justice should allow Omnipotence to translate such a Sinner to Heaven, would the Place make him happy? Can two incongruous Natures delight in one another? The Happiness of Sense is by an impression of Pleasure from a suitable Object:
Suppose that justice should allow Omnipotence to translate such a Sinner to Heaven, would the Place make him happy? Can two incongruous Nature's delight in one Another? The Happiness of Sense is by an impression of Pleasure from a suitable Object:
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The Happiness of intellectual Beings arises from an entire conformity of dispositions.
The Happiness of intellectual Beings arises from an entire conformity of dispositions.
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So that unless God recede from his Holiness, which is absolutely impossible, or Man be purified,
So that unless God recede from his Holiness, which is absolutely impossible, or Man be purified,
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and changed into his likeness, there can be no sweet Communion between them.
and changed into his likeness, there can be no sweet Communion between them.
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Our Saviour assigns this Reason of the necessity of Regeneration in order to our admission into Heaven:
Our Saviour assigns this Reason of the necessity of Regeneration in order to our admission into Heaven:
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That which is born of the flesh, is flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit, is spirit. That which is born of the Flesh, is Flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit, is Spirit.
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According to the quality of the Principle, such is what proceeds from it.
According to the quality of the Principle, such is what proceeds from it.
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The Flesh is a corrupt Principle, and accordingly the natural Man is wholly carnal in his Propensions, Operations,
The Flesh is a corrupt Principle, and accordingly the natural Man is wholly carnal in his Propensions, Operations,
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and End. The Disease is turn'd into his Constitution.
and End. The Disease is turned into his Constitution.
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He is dead to the Spiritual Life, to the Actions and Enjoyments that are proper to it:
He is dead to the Spiritual Life, to the Actions and Enjoyments that Are proper to it:
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Nay, there is in him a surviving Principle of Enmity to that Life:
Nay, there is in him a surviving Principle of Enmity to that Life:
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not only a mortal coldness to God, but a stiff aversion from him, a perpetual resistance and impatience of the Divine Presence, that would disturb his voluptuous enjoyments.
not only a Mortal coldness to God, but a stiff aversion from him, a perpetual resistance and impatience of the Divine Presence, that would disturb his voluptuous enjoyments.
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The Exercises of Heaven would be as the Torments of Hell to him, while in the midst of those pure Joys his inward inclinations vehemently run into the lowest Lees of Sensuality.
The Exercises of Heaven would be as the Torments of Hell to him, while in the midst of those pure Joys his inward inclinations vehemently run into the lowest Lees of Sensuality.
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And therefore till this contrariety, so deep and predominant in an unholy PersOn, be removed, 'tis utterly impossible he should enjoy God with satisfaction.
And Therefore till this contrariety, so deep and predominant in an unholy PersOn, be removed, it's utterly impossible he should enjoy God with satisfaction.
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Holiness alone prepares Men for the possession of Celestial Happiness, that is against the corruption, and above the perfection of meer Nature.
Holiness alone prepares Men for the possession of Celestial Happiness, that is against the corruption, and above the perfection of mere Nature.
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Let us then, having such a Joy set before us, lay aside every weight, and the Sin which doth so easily beset us, Let us then, having such a Joy Set before us, lay aside every weight, and the since which does so Easily beset us,
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and run with patience the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the Author and Finisher of our Faith. and run with patience the raze that is Set before us, looking to jesus, the Author and Finisher of our Faith.
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Methinks the sight of worldly Men, so active and vigilant to prosecute their low Designs, should quicken us to seek with the greater diligence and alacrity the Kingdom of Heaven, and the Righteousness thereof.
Methinks the sighed of worldly Men, so active and vigilant to prosecute their low Designs, should quicken us to seek with the greater diligence and alacrity the Kingdom of Heaven, and the Righteousness thereof.
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A carnal Wretch urged by the sting of a brutish desire, with what impatience does he pursue the pleasure of Sin, which is but for a season? An Ambitious Person, with what an intemperate height of Passion does he chase a Feather? A Covetous Man,
A carnal Wretch urged by the sting of a brutish desire, with what impatience does he pursue the pleasure of since, which is but for a season? an Ambitious Person, with what an intemperate height of Passion does he chase a Feather? A Covetous Man,
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how greedily does he prosecute the Advantages of the present World that passes away, and the Lusts thereof? Ah! how do they upbraid our indifferent desires,
how greedily does he prosecute the Advantages of the present World that passes away, and the Lustiest thereof? Ah! how do they upbraid our indifferent Desires,
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or dull delays, and cold endeavours, when such an high Prize is set before us? Who is able to conceive the excess of Pleasure the Soul feels when it first enters through the beautiful Gate of Paradise,
or dull delays, and cold endeavours, when such an high Prize is Set before us? Who is able to conceive the excess of Pleasure the Soul feels when it First enters through the beautiful Gate of Paradise,
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and sees before it that incomprehensible Glory, and hears a Voice from Him that sits upon the Throne, Enter into thy Master's Joy, for ever to be happy with him? The serious belief of this will draw forth all our active Powers in the Service of God.
and sees before it that incomprehensible Glory, and hears a Voice from Him that sits upon the Throne, Enter into thy Masters Joy, for ever to be happy with him? The serious belief of this will draw forth all our active Powers in the Service of God.
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The feeding by lively thoughts on this supernatural Food, will add new vigor and lustre to our Graces,
The feeding by lively thoughts on this supernatural Food, will add new vigor and lustre to our Graces,
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and make our Victory easy over the World.
and make our Victory easy over the World.
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If we believe indeed that our Bodies shall be spiritual, and our Souls divine in their perfections, it will make us resolute to subdue the Reble Flesh,
If we believe indeed that our Bodies shall be spiritual, and our Souls divine in their perfections, it will make us resolute to subdue the Reble Flesh,
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and rescue the captiv'd Spirit from all Intanglements of Iniquity.
and rescue the captived Spirit from all Entanglements of Iniquity.
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Having the promise of such an excellent Reward, let us always abound in the Work of the Lord. Having the promise of such an excellent Reward, let us always abound in the Work of the Lord.
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3. The lively hope of this Blessedness is powerful to support us under the greatest Troubles can befal us in this our mortal condition.
3. The lively hope of this Blessedness is powerful to support us under the greatest Troubles can befall us in this our Mortal condition.
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Here we are tost upon the alternate waves of Time, but hereafter we shall arrive at the Port, the blessed Bosom of our Saviour, and enjoy a peaceful calm:
Here we Are tossed upon the alternate waves of Time, but hereafter we shall arrive At the Port, the blessed Bosom of our Saviour, and enjoy a peaceful Cam:
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and so we shall ever be with the Lord. Words of infinite sweetness! This is the Song of our Prosperity, and Charm of our Adversity:and so we shall ever be with the Lord. Words of infinite sweetness! This is the Song of our Prosperity, and Charm of our Adversity:
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We shall ever be with the Lord. Well might the Apostle add immediately after, therefore comfort one another with these words. More particularly.We shall ever be with the Lord. Well might the Apostle add immediately After, Therefore Comfort one Another with these words. More particularly.
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They are a Lenitive to moderate our Sorrows upon the departure of our dearest Friends, who die in the Lord:
They Are a Lenitive to moderate our Sorrows upon the departure of our dearest Friends, who die in the Lord:
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for they ascend from this Valley of Tears, to the happy Land of the Living.
for they ascend from this Valley of Tears, to the happy Land of the Living.
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What Father is so deserted of Reason, as to bear impatiently the parting with his Son, that goes over a narrow part of the Sea, to a rich and pleasant Country,
What Father is so deserted of Reason, as to bear impatiently the parting with his Son, that Goes over a narrow part of the Sea, to a rich and pleasant Country,
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and receives the investiture and peaceable possession of a Kingdom? Nay, by how much the stronger his Love is,
and receives the investiture and peaceable possession of a Kingdom? Nay, by how much the Stronger his Love is,
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so much the more transporting is his Joy:
so much the more transporting is his Joy:
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especially if he expects shortly to be with him, to see him on the Throne, in the state of a King,
especially if he expects shortly to be with him, to see him on the Throne, in the state of a King,
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and to partake of his happiness.
and to partake of his happiness.
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If then it be impossible to Nature to be grieved at the felicity of one that is loved;
If then it be impossible to Nature to be grieved At the felicity of one that is loved;
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according to what Principle of Nature or Faith do Believers so uncomfortably lament the Death of Friends, of whom they have assurance that after their leaving our Earth, they enter into an everlasting Kingdom, to receive a Crown of Glory from Christ himself? Our Saviour tells the Disciples, If ye loved me, ye would rejoyce,
according to what Principle of Nature or Faith do Believers so uncomfortably lament the Death of Friends, of whom they have assurance that After their leaving our Earth, they enter into an everlasting Kingdom, to receive a Crown of Glory from christ himself? Our Saviour tells the Disciples, If you loved me, you would rejoice,
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because I said I go to my Father, to sit down at his right-hand in Majesty.Because I said I go to my Father, to fit down At his right-hand in Majesty.
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A pure Affection directly terminates in the happiness and exaltation of the Person that is loved.
A pure Affection directly terminates in the happiness and exaltation of the Person that is loved.
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I am not speaking against the exercise of tender Affections on the loss of our dear Friends;
I am not speaking against the exercise of tender Affections on the loss of our dear Friends;
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and the pensive feeling of God's hand in it; which is a natural and necessary duty.
and the pensive feeling of God's hand in it; which is a natural and necessary duty.
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There is a great difference betwen Stupidity and Patience:
There is a great difference between Stupidity and Patience:
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but violent Passion, or unremitting Sorrow, is most unbecoming the blessed Hope assur'd to us in the Gospel.
but violent Passion, or unremitting Sorrow, is most unbecoming the blessed Hope assured to us in the Gospel.
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Chrysostom treating of this Argument, and reflecting upon the custom of those Times, wherein at Funeral Solemnities a train of Mourning Women attended the Corps, tearing their Hair and Face,Chrysostom treating of this Argument, and reflecting upon the custom of those Times, wherein At Funeral Solemnities a train of Mourning Women attended the Corpse, tearing their Hair and Face,
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and crying out with all the expressions of desperate Sorrow, breaks forth, Ah Christian Faith and Religion!
and crying out with all the expressions of desperate Sorrow, breaks forth, Ah Christian Faith and Religion!
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that was triumphant over thine Enemies in so many Battels and Victories by the Blood and Death of the Martyrs,
that was triumphant over thine Enemies in so many Battles and Victories by the Blood and Death of the Martyrs,
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how art thou contradicted by the practice of these who profess thee in words? Is this not to be sorrowful as those that have no hope? Are these the affections, the expressions of one that believes the blessedness of Immortal Life? What will the Heathens say? How will they be induc'd to believe the Promises of Christ to his Servants of a glorious Kingdom,
how art thou contradicted by the practice of these who profess thee in words? Is this not to be sorrowful as those that have no hope? are these the affections, the expressions of one that believes the blessedness of Immortal Life? What will the heathens say? How will they be induced to believe the Promises of christ to his Servants of a glorious Kingdom,
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when those who are so in title, behave themselves as if they had no stedfast Faith in them? when those who Are so in title, behave themselves as if they had no steadfast Faith in them?
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4. The hopes of this blessed state, is able to free us from the fear of Death.
4. The hope's of this blessed state, is able to free us from the Fear of Death.
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This last Enemy gives a hot Alarm to Mankind, both as it deprives them of all that is pleasant here,
This last Enemy gives a hight Alarm to Mankind, both as it deprives them of all that is pleasant Here,
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and for the terrible consequences that attend it. To the Eye of Sense, a dead Body is a spectacle of fearful appearance.
and for the terrible consequences that attend it. To the Eye of Sense, a dead Body is a spectacle of fearful appearance.
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He that a little before heard, and discours'd, and with a chearful Air convers'd and enjoy'd the World,
He that a little before herd, and discoursed, and with a cheerful Air conversed and enjoyed the World,
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now is dead, and all his Senses in him:
now is dead, and all his Senses in him:
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the Eyes are dead to light, and the Ears to sounds, the Tongue to words, the Heart to feel any affections,
the Eyes Are dead to Light, and the Ears to sounds, the Tongue to words, the Heart to feel any affections,
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and the Countenance to discover them: nothing remains but silence, horrour, and corruption. Besides, after Death comes Judgment, and a state of unrelenting Torments to the wicked.
and the Countenance to discover them: nothing remains but silence, horror, and corruption. Beside, After Death comes Judgement, and a state of unrelenting Torments to the wicked.
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But a true Believer that has been obedient to his Saviour, sees things by another Light than that of sense,
But a true Believer that has been obedient to his Saviour, sees things by Another Light than that of sense,
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and has living hopes in his dying Agonies. He knows that Death to the Saints is but a sleep:
and has living hope's in his dying Agonies. He knows that Death to the Saints is but a sleep:
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and while the Body rests in the Grave, the Soul is as it were all Act, continually exercising its most noble faculties on the best Objects.
and while the Body rests in the Grave, the Soul is as it were all Act, continually exercising its most noble faculties on the best Objects.
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Does the Soul sleep in that all-enlightned World, that sees with open face the infinite Beauty of God? that hears and bears a part in the Hymns of the Angels and Saints encircling his Throne? that drinks of the Rivers of Pleasure that flow from his Presence? that freely and joyfully converses with all the Celestial Courtiers, the Princes of that Kingdom, the Favourites of God? Then it truly lives.
Does the Soul sleep in that all-enlightned World, that sees with open face the infinite Beauty of God? that hears and bears a part in the Hymns of the Angels and Saints encircling his Throne? that drinks of the rivers of Pleasure that flow from his Presence? that freely and joyfully converses with all the Celestial Courtiers, the Princes of that Kingdom, the Favourites of God? Then it truly lives.
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This reconciles Death to a Christian, who has nothing more in his wishes than to be with Christ,
This reconciles Death to a Christian, who has nothing more in his wishes than to be with christ,
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and knows that Diseases and Pains, the fore-runners of it, are but as breaking down the Walls of this earthly dark Prison, that the Soul may take its flight to the happy Region,
and knows that Diseases and Pains, the forerunners of it, Are but as breaking down the Walls of this earthly dark Prison, that the Soul may take its flight to the happy Region,
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and for ever enjoy the Liberty of the Sons of God. And for his Body, that shall be re-united to the Soul in Glory.
and for ever enjoy the Liberty of the Sons of God. And for his Body, that shall be Reunited to the Soul in Glory.
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Methinks God speaks to a dying Believer, as he did to Jacob, when he was to descend to Egypt; Fear not to go down into the Grave, I will go down with thee,
Methinks God speaks to a dying Believer, as he did to Jacob, when he was to descend to Egypt; fear not to go down into the Grave, I will go down with thee,
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and I will bring thee up again. and I will bring thee up again.
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The same Almighty Voice that gave being to the World, shall awake those who sleep in the Dust, and reform them according to the Example of Christ's glorified Body.
The same Almighty Voice that gave being to the World, shall awake those who sleep in the Dust, and reform them according to the Exampl of Christ's glorified Body.
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O how should we long for that triumphant day!
O how should we long for that triumphant day!
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and with most ardent Aspirings pray, Thy Kingdom come in its full power and glory?
and with most Ardent Aspirings pray, Thy Kingdom come in its full power and glory?
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I Shall now come to speak of the Mournful Subject, the Cause of my Appearing here at this time, the Deceased, Reverend and Excellent Divine, Dr. Thomas Manton: A Name worthy of precious and eternal Memory.
I Shall now come to speak of the Mournful Subject, the Cause of my Appearing Here At this time, the Deceased, Reverend and Excellent Divine, Dr. Thomas Manton: A Name worthy of precious and Eternal Memory.
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And I shall consider him, both in the quality of his Office, as he was an Embassador of Christ, declaring his Mind,
And I shall Consider him, both in the quality of his Office, as he was an Ambassador of christ, declaring his Mind,
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and representing his Authority, and in the holiness of his Person, shewing forth the Graces and Vertues of his Divine Master.
and representing his authority, and in the holiness of his Person, showing forth the Graces and Virtues of his Divine Master.
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God had furnish'd him with a rare union of those parts that are requisite to form an excellent Minister of his Word.
God had furnished him with a rare Union of those parts that Are requisite to from an excellent Minister of his Word.
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A clear Judgment, rich Fancy, strong Memory, and happy Elocution met in him, and were excellently improved by his diligent study.
A clear Judgement, rich Fancy, strong Memory, and happy Elocution met in him, and were excellently improved by his diligent study.
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The Preaching of the Word is the principal part of the Minister's Duty, most essential to his Calling,
The Preaching of the Word is the principal part of the Minister's Duty, most essential to his Calling,
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and most necessary to the Church.
and most necessary to the Church.
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For this end chiefly, the severral Orders in the Ministerial Office were instituted, ( Ephes. 4.) and upon our Saviour's triumphant ascent and reception into Heaven,
For this end chiefly, the severral Order in the Ministerial Office were instituted, (Ephesians 4.) and upon our Saviour's triumphant ascent and reception into Heaven,
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an abundant effusion of the Spirit in Graces and Abilities descended upon Men.
an abundant effusion of the Spirit in Graces and Abilities descended upon Men.
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Now in the performing this Work, he was of that conspicuous Eminence, that none could detract from him, but from ignorance or envy.
Now in the performing this Work, he was of that conspicuous Eminence, that none could detract from him, but from ignorance or envy.
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He was endowed with extraordinary knowledg in the Scriptures, those Holy Oracles from whence all Spiritual Light is derived:
He was endowed with extraordinary knowledge in the Scriptures, those Holy Oracles from whence all Spiritual Light is derived:
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And in his preaching, gave such a perspicuous account of the order and dependence of Divine Truths;
And in his preaching, gave such a perspicuous account of the order and dependence of Divine Truths;
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and with that felicity applied the Scriptures to confirm them, that every Subject by his management was cultivated and improved.
and with that felicity applied the Scriptures to confirm them, that every Subject by his management was cultivated and improved.
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His Discourses were so clear and convincing, that none without offering voluntary violence to Conscience, could resist their Evidence.
His Discourses were so clear and convincing, that none without offering voluntary violence to Conscience, could resist their Evidence.
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And from hence they were effectual not only to inspire a sudden Flame, and raise a short Commotion in the Affections,
And from hence they were effectual not only to inspire a sudden Flame, and raise a short Commotion in the Affections,
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but to make a lasting Change in the Life.
but to make a lasting Change in the Life.
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For in the humane Soul such is the composition of its Faculties, that till the Understanding be rectified in its Apprehensions and Estimations, the Will is never induc'd to make an entire firm choice of what is necessary for the obtaining perfect Happiness.
For in the humane Soul such is the composition of its Faculties, that till the Understanding be rectified in its Apprehensions and Estimations, the Will is never induced to make an entire firm choice of what is necessary for the obtaining perfect Happiness.
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A sincere persevering Conversion is effected by weighty Reasons, that sink and settle in the Heart.
A sincere persevering Conversion is effected by weighty Reasons, that sink and settle in the Heart.
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His Doctrine was uncorrupt and pure, the Truth according to Godliness.
His Doctrine was uncorrupt and pure, the Truth according to Godliness.
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He was far from a guilty vile intention, to prostitute that sacred Ordinance for the acquiring any private secular advantage.
He was Far from a guilty vile intention, to prostitute that sacred Ordinance for the acquiring any private secular advantage.
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Neither did he entertain his Hearers with impertinent Subtilties, empty Notions, intricate Disputes, dry and barren without productive Vertue:
Neither did he entertain his Hearers with impertinent Subtleties, empty Notions, intricate Disputes, dry and barren without productive Virtue:
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But as one that always had before his Eyes the great End of the Ministry, the Glory of God,
But as one that always had before his Eyes the great End of the Ministry, the Glory of God,
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and the Salvation of Men, his Sermons were directed to open their eyes, that they might see their wretched condition as Sinners, to hasten their flight from the Wrath to come, to make them humbly, thankfully and entirely receive Christ, as their Prince, and all-sufficient Saviour. And to build up the Converted in their most holy Faith, and more excellent Love, that is the fulfilling of the Law.
and the Salvation of Men, his Sermons were directed to open their eyes, that they might see their wretched condition as Sinners, to hasten their flight from the Wrath to come, to make them humbly, thankfully and entirely receive christ, as their Prince, and All-sufficient Saviour. And to built up the Converted in their most holy Faith, and more excellent Love, that is the fulfilling of the Law.
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In short, to make true Christians eminent in Knowledg and Universal Obedience. As the Matter of his Sermons was designed for the good of Souls;
In short, to make true Christians eminent in Knowledge and Universal obedience. As the Matter of his Sermons was designed for the good of Souls;
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so his way of expression was proper to that end. Words are the Vehicle of the Heavenly Light.
so his Way of expression was proper to that end. Words Are the Vehicle of the Heavenly Light.
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As the Divine Wisdom was incarnate to reveal the Eternal Counsels of God to the World;
As the Divine Wisdom was incarnate to reveal the Eternal Counsels of God to the World;
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so Spiritual Wisdom in the Mind, must be clothed with words, to make it sensible to others.
so Spiritual Wisdom in the Mind, must be clothed with words, to make it sensible to Others.
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And in this he had a singular Talent.
And in this he had a singular Talon.
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His Stile was not exquisitely studied, not consisting of harmonious Periods, but far distant from vulgar meanness.
His Style was not exquisitely studied, not consisting of harmonious Periods, but Far distant from Vulgar meanness.
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His Expression was natural and free, clear and eloquent, quick and powerful, without any spice of folly,
His Expression was natural and free, clear and eloquent, quick and powerful, without any spice of folly,
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and always suitable to the Simplicity and Majesty of Divine Truths.
and always suitable to the Simplicity and Majesty of Divine Truths.
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His Sermons afforded substantial food with delight, so that a fastidious Mind could not disrelish them.
His Sermons afforded substantial food with delight, so that a fastidious Mind could not disrelish them.
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He abhorr'd a vain ostentation of Wit, in handling Sacred things; so venerable and grave, and of eternal consequence.
He abhorred a vain ostentation of Wit, in handling Sacred things; so venerable and grave, and of Eternal consequence.
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Indeed, what is more unbecoming a Minister of Christ, than to waste the spirits of his Brain,
Indeed, what is more unbecoming a Minister of christ, than to waste the spirits of his Brain,
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as a Spider does his bowels, to spin a Web only to catch Flies? to get vain applause by foolish pleasing the ignorant.
as a Spider does his bowels, to spin a Web only to catch Flies? to get vain applause by foolish pleasing the ignorant.
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And what cruelty is it to the Souls of Men? 'Tis recorded as an instance of Nero 's savage temper, that in a general Famine,
And what cruelty is it to the Souls of Men? It's recorded as an instance of Nero is savage temper, that in a general Famine,
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when many perish'd by hunger, he ordered a Ship should come from Egypt (the Granary of Italy ) laden with Sand for the use of Wrestlers.
when many perished by hunger, he ordered a Ship should come from Egypt (the Granary of Italy) laden with Sand for the use of Wrestlers.
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In such extremity to provide only for delight, that there might be Spectacles on the Theatre,
In such extremity to provide only for delight, that there might be Spectacles on the Theatre,
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when the City of Rome was a spectacle of such misery, as to melt the heart of any but a Nero, was most barbarous Cruelty.
when the city of Room was a spectacle of such misery, as to melt the heart of any but a Nero, was most barbarous Cruelty.
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But 'tis cruelty of an heavier imputation, for a Minister to prepare his Sermons to please the foolish curiosity of Fancy with flashy Conceits;
But it's cruelty of an Heavier imputation, for a Minister to prepare his Sermons to please the foolish curiosity of Fancy with flashy Conceits;
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nay, such light Vanities, that would scarce be endured in a Scene, whiles hungry Souls languish for want of solid nourishment.
nay, such Light Vanities, that would scarce be endured in a Scene, while hungry Souls languish for want of solid nourishment.
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His fervour and earnestness in Preaching was such, as might soften and make pliant the most stubborn, obdurate Spirits.
His fervour and earnestness in Preaching was such, as might soften and make pliant the most stubborn, obdurate Spirits.
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I am not speaking of one whose Talent was only in Voice, that labours in the Pulpit as if the end of Preaching were for the exercise of the Body, and not for the profit of Souls:
I am not speaking of one whose Talon was only in Voice, that labours in the Pulpit as if the end of Preaching were for the exercise of the Body, and not for the profit of Souls:
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But this Man of God was inflam'd with an Holy Zeal, and from thence such ardent expressions broke forth,
But this Man of God was inflamed with an Holy Zeal, and from thence such Ardent expressions broke forth,
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as were capable to procure attention and consent in his Hearers. He spake as one that had a living Faith within him of Divine Truths.
as were capable to procure attention and consent in his Hearers. He spoke as one that had a living Faith within him of Divine Truths.
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From this union of Zeal with his Knowledg, he was excellently qualified to convince and convert Souls.
From this Union of Zeal with his Knowledge, he was excellently qualified to convince and convert Souls.
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The sound of words only strikes the Ear, but the Mind reasons with the Mind, and the Heart speaks to the Heart.
The found of words only strikes the Ear, but the Mind Reasons with the Mind, and the Heart speaks to the Heart.
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His unparallel'd Assiduity in Preaching, declar'd him very sensible of those dear and strong Obligations that lie upon Ministers, to be very diligent in that Blessed Work.
His unparalleled Assiduity in Preaching, declared him very sensible of those dear and strong Obligations that lie upon Ministers, to be very diligent in that Blessed Work.
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What a powerful Motive our Saviour urged upon St. Peter? As thou lovest me, feed my Sheep, feed my Lambs.
What a powerful Motive our Saviour urged upon Saint Peter? As thou Lovest me, feed my Sheep, feed my Lambs.
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And can any feed too much, when none can love enough? Can any Pains be sufficient for the Salvation of Souls,
And can any feed too much, when none can love enough? Can any Pains be sufficient for the Salvation of Souls,
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for which the Son of God did not esteem his Blood too costly a price? Is not incessant unwearied Industry requisite to advance the Work of Grace in them to perfection? In this the Work of a Minister has its peculiar disadvantage, That whereas an Artificer,
for which the Son of God did not esteem his Blood too costly a price? Is not incessant unwearied Industry requisite to advance the Work of Grace in them to perfection? In this the Work of a Minister has its peculiar disadvantage, That whereas an Artificer,
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how curious and difficult soever his Work be, yet has this encouragement, That what is begun with Art and Care, he finds in the same state wherein 'twas left.
how curious and difficult soever his Work be, yet has this encouragement, That what is begun with Art and Care, he finds in the same state wherein 'twas left.
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A Painter that designs an exact Piece, draws many Lines, often touches it with his Pencil to give it Life and Beauty,
A Painter that designs an exact Piece, draws many Lines, often touches it with his Pencil to give it Life and Beauty,
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and though unfinish'd, 'tis not spoil'd by his intermission.
and though unfinished, it's not spoiled by his intermission.
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A Sculptor that carves a Statue, though his labour be hard from the resistance of the Matter,
A Sculptor that carves a Statue, though his labour be hard from the resistance of the Matter,
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yet his Work remains firm and durable.
yet his Work remains firm and durable.
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But the Heart of Man is of a strange temper, hard as Marble, not easily receptive of Heavenly Impressions;
But the Heart of Man is of a strange temper, hard as Marble, not Easily receptive of Heavenly Impressions;
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yet fluid as Water, those Impressions are easily defac'd in it;
yet fluid as Water, those Impressions Are Easily defaced in it;
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'tis expos'd to so many temptations that induce an oblivion of eternal things, that without frequent excitations to quicken and confirm its holy purposes, it grows careless,
it's exposed to so many temptations that induce an oblivion of Eternal things, that without frequent excitations to quicken and confirm its holy Purposes, it grows careless,
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and all the labour is lost that was spent on it. This faithful Minister abounded in the Work of the Lord;
and all the labour is lost that was spent on it. This faithful Minister abounded in the Work of the Lord;
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and which is truly admirable, though so frequent in Preaching, yet was always superior to others, and equal to himself.
and which is truly admirable, though so frequent in Preaching, yet was always superior to Others, and equal to himself.
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In his last time when declining to Death, yet he would not leave his beloved Work;
In his last time when declining to Death, yet he would not leave his Beloved Work;
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the vigour of his Mind supporting the weakness of his Body. I remember when opprest with an obstinate Hoarsness, a Friend desiring him to spare himself;
the vigour of his Mind supporting the weakness of his Body. I Remember when oppressed with an obstinate Hoarseness, a Friend desiring him to spare himself;
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he rejected the advice with indignation. He was no fomenter of Faction but studious of the Publick Tranquillity.
he rejected the Advice with Indignation. He was no fomenter of Faction but studious of the Public Tranquillity.
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He knew what a Blessing Peace is, and wisely foresaw the pernicious Consequences that attend Divisions.
He knew what a Blessing Peace is, and wisely foresaw the pernicious Consequences that attend Divisions.
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By Peace, the bond of mutual Harmony, the weakest things are preserv'd and prosper; but where Discord reigns, the strongest are near to ruin.
By Peace, the bound of mutual Harmony, the Weakest things Are preserved and prosper; but where Discord reigns, the Strongest Are near to ruin.
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The heavenly Consent in the Primitive Church, was a principal cause of its miraculous increase and flourishing;
The heavenly Consent in the Primitive Church, was a principal cause of its miraculous increase and flourishing;
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but after Dissentions prevail'd amongst Christians, that was destroy'd in a short time, which was built by the Divine Union and Heroick Patience of the Primitive Christians.
but After Dissensions prevailed among Christians, that was destroyed in a short time, which was built by the Divine union and Heroic Patience of the Primitive Christians.
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And the glorious Beginnings that promis'd the Reformation of all Europe, were more obstructed by the Dissentions of some employed in that Blessed Work,
And the glorious Beginnings that promised the Reformation of all Europe, were more obstructed by the Dissensions of Some employed in that Blessed Work,
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than by all the Power and Subtilty, the Arms and Artifices of Rome it self. How afflictive is the consideration of our divided Church? Sweet Peace!
than by all the Power and Subtlety, the Arms and Artifices of Room it self. How afflictive is the consideration of our divided Church? Sweet Peace!
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whither art thou fled? Blessed Saviour!
whither art thou fled? Blessed Saviour!
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who didst by thy precious Blood reconcile Heaven and Earth, send down thy Spirit to inspire us with that Wisdom that is pure and peaceable, that those who agree in the same Principles of Faith, in the same substantial parts of Worship, in asserting the same indispensible necessity of Holiness, may receive one another in love.
who didst by thy precious Blood reconcile Heaven and Earth, send down thy Spirit to inspire us with that Wisdom that is pure and peaceable, that those who agree in the same Principles of Faith, in the same substantial parts of Worship, in asserting the same indispensible necessity of Holiness, may receive one Another in love.
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I am affectionately engaged in a Matter that so nearly touches all those that value the Protestant Interest. Briefly;
I am affectionately engaged in a Matter that so nearly touches all those that valve the Protestant Interest. Briefly;
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Consider him as a Christian, his Life was answerable to his Doctrine. 'Tis applicable to some Ministers, what is observed of the Carbuncle;
Consider him as a Christian, his Life was answerable to his Doctrine. It's applicable to Some Ministers, what is observed of the Carbuncle;
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by its colour, lustre, and fiery sparklings it seems to be actually a Fire, but it has only the name and appearance of it.
by its colour, lustre, and fiery sparklings it seems to be actually a Fire, but it has only the name and appearance of it.
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Thus some in the Pulpit seem to be all on fire with Zeal, yet their Hearts are as cold as a Stone, without Holy Affections,
Thus Some in the Pulpit seem to be all on fire with Zeal, yet their Hearts Are as cold as a Stone, without Holy Affections,
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and their Lives are unworthy their Divine Ministration.
and their Lives Are unworthy their Divine Ministration.
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But this Servant of God was like a fruitful Tree, that produces in its Branches what it contains in the Root;
But this Servant of God was like a fruitful Tree, that produces in its Branches what it contains in the Root;
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his inward Grace was made visible in a Conversation becoming the Gospel of Christ.
his inward Grace was made visible in a Conversation becoming the Gospel of christ.
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His resolute Contempt of the World secur'd him from being wrought on by those Motives, that tempt low Spirits from their Duty.
His resolute Contempt of the World secured him from being wrought on by those Motives, that tempt low Spirits from their Duty.
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He would not rashly throw himself into troubles, nor spretâ Conscientiâ avoid them.
He would not rashly throw himself into Troubles, nor spretâ Conscientiâ avoid them.
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His generous Constancy of Mind in resisting the current of Popular Humour, declar'd his Loyalty to his Divine Master.
His generous Constancy of Mind in resisting the current of Popular Humour, declared his Loyalty to his Divine Master.
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His Charity was eminent in procuring Supplies for others, when in mean Circumstances himself.
His Charity was eminent in procuring Supplies for Others, when in mean circumstances himself.
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But he had great experience of God's fatherly Provision, to which his filial Confidence was correspondent.
But he had great experience of God's fatherly Provision, to which his filial Confidence was correspondent.
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His Conversation in his Family was holy and exemplary, every day instructing them from the Scriptures in their Duty.
His Conversation in his Family was holy and exemplary, every day instructing them from the Scriptures in their Duty.
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I shall finish my Character of him, with observing his Humility. He was deeply affected with the sense of his Frailties and Unworthiness.
I shall finish my Character of him, with observing his Humility. He was deeply affected with the sense of his Frailties and Unworthiness.
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He considered the infinite Purity of God, the Perfection of his Law the Rule of our Duty,
He considered the infinite Purity of God, the Perfection of his Law the Rule of our Duty,
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and by that humbling Light discover'd his manifold defects. He exprest his thoughts to me a little before his Death;
and by that humbling Light discovered his manifold defects. He expressed his thoughts to me a little before his Death;
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If the Holy Prophets were under strong impressions of fear, upon the extraordinary discovery of the Divine Presence, If the Holy prophets were under strong impressions of Fear, upon the extraordinary discovery of the Divine Presence,
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how shall we poor Creatures appear before that Holy and Dread Majesty? Isaiah, after his glorious vision of God, reflecting upon himself,how shall we poor Creatures appear before that Holy and Dread Majesty? Isaiah, After his glorious vision of God, reflecting upon himself,
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as not retir'd from the commerce and corruption of the World, breaks forth, Wo is me, for I am undone!
as not retired from the commerce and corruption of the World, breaks forth, Woe is me, for I am undone!
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because I am a Man of unclean Lips, and I dwell in the midst of a People of unclean Lips;
Because I am a Man of unclean Lips, and I dwell in the midst of a People of unclean Lips;
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for mine Eyes have seen the King, the Lord of Hosts. for mine Eyes have seen the King, the Lord of Hosts.
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'Tis infinitely terrible to appear before God the Judg of all, without the protection of the Blood of Sprinkling, that speaks better things than the Blood of Abel.
It's infinitely terrible to appear before God the Judge of all, without the protection of the Blood of Sprinkling, that speaks better things than the Blood of Abel.
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This alone reliev'd him, and supported his hopes.
This alone relieved him, and supported his hope's.
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Though his Labours were abundant, yet he knew that the Work of God, passing through our hands, is so blemish'd, that without an appeal to pardoning Mercy and Grace, we cannot stand in Judgment.
Though his Labours were abundant, yet he knew that the Work of God, passing through our hands, is so blemished, that without an appeal to pardoning Mercy and Grace, we cannot stand in Judgement.
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This was the Subject of his last publick Sermon.
This was the Subject of his last public Sermon.
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He languish'd many months, but presuming he should be too strong for his Infirmity, neglected it, till at last it became insuperable and mortal.
He languished many months, but presuming he should be too strong for his Infirmity, neglected it, till At last it became insuperable and Mortal.
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Many pathetical aggravations heighten our great and dear Loss;
Many pathetical aggravations heighten our great and dear Loss;
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That such a faithful Minister of Christ should be taken away, whose Preaching was so powerful to repair the woful Ruins of Godliness and Virtue in a degenerate Age:
That such a faithful Minister of christ should be taken away, whose Preaching was so powerful to repair the woeful Ruins of Godliness and Virtue in a degenerate Age:
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Whose prudent pacifick Spirit rendred him so useful in these Divided Times, when Professors of the same Religion are alienated from one another,
Whose prudent pacific Spirit rendered him so useful in these Divided Times, when Professors of the same Religion Are alienated from one Another,
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as if they had been baptized with the Waters of Strife:
as if they had been baptised with the Waters of Strife:
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That before our Tears were dried up for the loss of other worthy Ministers, the Fountain of Sorrow should be opened again by this afflicting stroke.
That before our Tears were dried up for the loss of other worthy Ministers, the Fountain of Sorrow should be opened again by this afflicting stroke.
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But it becomes us to receive the Dispensations of Heaven with humble and quiet submission;
But it becomes us to receive the Dispensations of Heaven with humble and quiet submission;
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to reflect upon our sins with an holy grief, that provoke God to remove such an excellent Instrument of his Glory from us.
to reflect upon our Sins with an holy grief, that provoke God to remove such an excellent Instrument of his Glory from us.
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Let us pray to the Lord of the Harvest, that he will send forth Faithful Labourers into it. Let us pray to the Lord of the Harvest, that he will send forth Faithful Labourers into it.
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O that surviving Ministers might be animated with a Zeal more pure and fervent in their Divine Work!
Oh that surviving Ministers might be animated with a Zeal more pure and fervent in their Divine Work!
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And that People would be wise, while a price is put into their hands, to improve it for their eternal advantage.
And that People would be wise, while a price is put into their hands, to improve it for their Eternal advantage.
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The neglected Gospel will at last be a terrible Witness against the Disobedient, to justifie and aggravate their Condemnation. FINIS.
The neglected Gospel will At last be a terrible Witness against the Disobedient, to justify and aggravate their Condemnation. FINIS.
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Dr. Manton's LAST SERMON ON 2 TIM 1.18. 2 TIM. 1.18. The Lord grant unto him that he may find Mercy of the Lord in that day.
Dr. Manton's LAST SERMON ON 2 TIM 1.18. 2 TIM. 1.18. The Lord grant unto him that he may find Mercy of the Lord in that day.
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THE Words are the Apostle's Prayer for Onesiphorus. He prays for his Houshold, v. 16, The Lord give mercy to the House of Onesiphorus.
THE Words Are the Apostle's Prayer for Onesiphorus. He prays for his Household, v. 16, The Lord give mercy to the House of Onesiphorus.
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His Family was probably now at Ephesus, the ordinary place of his Abode, where Timothy also was, to whom he wrote;
His Family was probably now At Ephesus, the ordinary place of his Abided, where Timothy also was, to whom he wrote;
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but he himself was then at Rome. Secondly, He prays for his Person, in the Text. That which put him upon these Prayers was the Kindness he had received of him at Ephesus, and afterwards at Rome; where he sought him,
but he himself was then At Room. Secondly, He prays for his Person, in the Text. That which put him upon these Prayers was the Kindness he had received of him At Ephesus, and afterwards At Room; where he sought him,
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and found him out, and was not afraid to own him, and relieve him, nor ashamed of his Chain. and found him out, and was not afraid to own him, and relieve him, nor ashamed of his Chain.
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In requital, he prayeth God to be his Paymaster, and to return his Kindness into his bosom.
In requital, he Prayeth God to be his Paymaster, and to return his Kindness into his bosom.
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He shewed mercy to Paul, and therefore Paul desired the Lord to shew him mercy. He seeking Paul, found him;
He showed mercy to Paul, and Therefore Paul desired the Lord to show him mercy. He seeking Paul, found him;
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so he desireth God would let him find mercy. Paul found mercy of him in a Prison, let him find it in Paradise.
so he Desires God would let him find mercy. Paul found mercy of him in a Prison, let him find it in Paradise.
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The Lord grant unto him, that he may find Mercy of the Lord in that day. The Lord grant unto him, that he may find Mercy of the Lord in that day.
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In the Words three things are to be observed. 1. The Person, for whom he prays. 2. The Matter,
In the Words three things Are to be observed. 1. The Person, for whom he prays. 2. The Matter,
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for which he prays. 3. The Time, when this is to be accomplish'd.
for which he prays. 3. The Time, when this is to be accomplished.
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1. The Person for whom he prays, Onesiphorus, a good Man, that God would grant to Him.
1. The Person for whom he prays, Onesiphorus, a good Man, that God would grant to Him.
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2. The Matter for which he prays, that he may find Mercy of the Lord. A necessary request;
2. The Matter for which he prays, that he may find Mercy of the Lord. A necessary request;
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for Mercy is the Original and Rise of all the Recompences we expect from God. Mercy beginneth our Salvation, and Mercy crowneth it.
for Mercy is the Original and Rise of all the Recompenses we expect from God. Mercy begins our Salvation, and Mercy Crowneth it.
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Mercy entreth us into the Covenant of Grace, and Mercy consummateth the Happiness we have thereby.
Mercy entereth us into the Covenant of Grace, and Mercy consummateth the Happiness we have thereby.
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Jud. 21. Looking for the Mercy of our Lord Jesus unto Eternal Life. We are not only pardoned out of Mercy, but glorified out of Mercy.Jud. 21. Looking for the Mercy of our Lord jesus unto Eternal Life. We Are not only pardoned out of Mercy, but glorified out of Mercy.
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A suitable Request, for God loves to retaliate, or pay us in kind. Merciful Men shall obtain Mercy, Mat. 5.7. On the contrary, Jam. 2.13. They shall have Judgment without Mercy, who have shewed no Mercy.
A suitable Request, for God loves to retaliate, or pay us in kind. Merciful Men shall obtain Mercy, Mathew 5.7. On the contrary, Jam. 2.13. They shall have Judgement without Mercy, who have showed no Mercy.
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And as this is suitable, so it is most kindly believed; for we muse of God as we use our selves:
And as this is suitable, so it is most kindly believed; for we muse of God as we use our selves:
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they that are not faithful to themselves, and do not keep their own Promises, can never be confident in God's.
they that Are not faithful to themselves, and do not keep their own Promises, can never be confident in God's.
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Revengeful Men are most apt to distrust of God's pardoning Mercy.
Revengeful Men Are most apt to distrust of God's pardoning Mercy.
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Those that are hard and unmerciful, and do not pity the misery of others, do more difficultly believe God's tender Mercies and Compassions.
Those that Are hard and unmerciful, and do not pity the misery of Others, do more difficultly believe God's tender mercies and Compassions.
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3. The Time mentioned in the Prayer, in that Day. Some say, when he also should be afflicted. Others the Day of Death:
3. The Time mentioned in the Prayer, in that Day. some say, when he also should be afflicted. Others the Day of Death:
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but rather the Day of Judgment, that is often called a Day by way of excellency; Acts 17.30. He hath appointed a Day, &c. 2 Thess. 1.10. When God shall come to be glorified in his Saints, and admired in all them that believe.
but rather the Day of Judgement, that is often called a Day by Way of excellency; Acts 17.30. He hath appointed a Day, etc. 2 Thess 1.10. When God shall come to be glorified in his Saints, and admired in all them that believe.
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In that Day, that is, the Day when Christ shall come to judg the Quick and the Dead,In that Day, that is, the Day when christ shall come to judge the Quick and the Dead,
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and to distribute Punishments and Rewards. That is the Day when Mercy shall stand us in most stead;
and to distribute Punishments and Rewards. That is the Day when Mercy shall stand us in most stead;
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and if it go well with us then, it will go well with us for ever.
and if it go well with us then, it will go well with us for ever.
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Doct. That the best of God's Children will very much need Mercy in the Day of Judgment.
Doct. That the best of God's Children will very much need Mercy in the Day of Judgement.
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The Apostle prays for a good Man, who was full of good Fruits, that he might find Mercy.
The Apostle prays for a good Man, who was full of good Fruits, that he might find Mercy.
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Had Onesiphorus need of Mercy, and have not we? Surely the free Mercy of God is our best plea at that time. I shall state this Point.
Had Onesiphorus need of Mercy, and have not we? Surely the free Mercy of God is our best plea At that time. I shall state this Point.
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1. The Mercy here spoken of, doth not exclude and shut out the Satisfaction of Christ;
1. The Mercy Here spoken of, does not exclude and shut out the Satisfaction of christ;
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for God shews this Mercy as propitiated by Christ:
for God shows this Mercy as propitiated by christ:
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for that was the most convenient way to demonstrate his Justice and Holiness, and to vindicate the Honour of his Government and Law,
for that was the most convenient Way to demonstrate his justice and Holiness, and to vindicate the Honour of his Government and Law,
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and to be a warning to Sinners not to presume upon his Mercy.
and to be a warning to Sinners not to presume upon his Mercy.
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Therefore this is called the Mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ, Jud. 21. Our Eternal Blessedness is the Fruit of his Merit and Satisfaction.
Therefore this is called the Mercy of our Lord jesus christ, Jud. 21. Our Eternal Blessedness is the Fruit of his Merit and Satisfaction.
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2. This Mercy must not be urged to exclude our Qualification:
2. This Mercy must not be urged to exclude our Qualification:
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for, till we are qualified, we have no right to the good things of the Covenant.
for, till we Are qualified, we have no right to the good things of the Covenant.
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The Mercy and Favour of God is conditional, but yet free; not due by any Merit and Claim, but that of his Promise;
The Mercy and Favour of God is conditional, but yet free; not due by any Merit and Claim, but that of his Promise;
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and his Promise is made to them that are rightly qualified, the sincere Believer, the Holy, the Humble, and the Penitent; others are uncapable of Mercy.
and his Promise is made to them that Are rightly qualified, the sincere Believer, the Holy, the Humble, and the Penitent; Others Are uncapable of Mercy.
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You must not think God will shew Mercy to Men, though they have no inherent Holiness at all.
You must not think God will show Mercy to Men, though they have no inherent Holiness At all.
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Faith and Repentance are requir'd before we can be pardoned. 3. Though Mercy be our best Plea;
Faith and Repentance Are required before we can be pardoned. 3. Though Mercy be our best Plea;
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yet you must not take it so, as if a Believer's Condition were doubtful and uncertain,
yet you must not take it so, as if a Believer's Condition were doubtful and uncertain,
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and a good Christian could not know how it will fare with him.
and a good Christian could not know how it will fare with him.
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The Mercy of the Lord is the Ground of our Hope, but in conjunction with other Evidences, whereby they understand their Estate.
The Mercy of the Lord is the Ground of our Hope, but in conjunction with other Evidences, whereby they understand their Estate.
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The most serious People do consider the weight of the Matter; but Humility is not Uncertainty.
The most serious People do Consider the weight of the Matter; but Humility is not Uncertainty.
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They are unworthy in the broken-hearted sense of their own Defects and Failings; but God counteth them worthy, because of their Diligence and Seriousness in the Heavenly Life. Luk. 21.35. Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be counted worthy. He accepteth them as worth;
They Are unworthy in the brokenhearted sense of their own Defects and Failings; but God counteth them worthy, Because of their Diligence and Seriousness in the Heavenly Life. Luk. 21.35. Watch you Therefore, and pray always, that you may be counted worthy. He Accepteth them as worth;
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They shall walk with me in white, for they are worthy. 4. God's Servants plead Sincerity though not a finless spotless State.They shall walk with me in white, for they Are worthy. 4. God's Servants plead Sincerity though not a finless spotless State.
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Perfect Righteousness according to the Covenant of Works they cannot plead; but sincere Righteousness according to the Covenant of Grace, they may and do plead. Isa. 38.3. Remember, O Lord, I beseech thee, how I have walked before thee in Truth, and with a perfect Heart.
Perfect Righteousness according to the Covenant of Works they cannot plead; but sincere Righteousness according to the Covenant of Grace, they may and do plead. Isaiah 38.3. remember, Oh Lord, I beseech thee, how I have walked before thee in Truth, and with a perfect Heart.
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Their Graces and Duties will endure the Touchstone, though not the Ballance; are of the right kind, though not full weight.
Their Graces and Duties will endure the Touchstone, though not the Balance; Are of the right kind, though not full weight.
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There must be inherent Righteousness, or you will never come to Glory.
There must be inherent Righteousness, or you will never come to Glory.
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5. Though they may take Comfort in their Evidences, yet they dare not plead the Merit of any thing in themselves.
5. Though they may take Comfort in their Evidences, yet they Dare not plead the Merit of any thing in themselves.
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They take comfort in their Evidences; 2 Cor. 1.12. For our rejoycing is the Testimony of our Conscience;
They take Comfort in their Evidences; 2 Cor. 1.12. For our rejoicing is the Testimony of our Conscience;
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that in Simplicity and godly Sincerity, we have had our Conversation in the World. They are God's, Psal. 119.94. I am thine, save me. that in Simplicity and godly Sincerity, we have had our Conversation in the World. They Are God's, Psalm 119.94. I am thine, save me.
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Yet they dare not challenge God's Reward as a a Debt.
Yet they Dare not challenge God's Reward as a a Debt.
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If God should deal with them according to their Deservings, their very Remnant of Sins were enough to bring them to Damnation;
If God should deal with them according to their Deservings, their very Remnant of Sins were enough to bring them to Damnation;
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yea they would not be an hour out of Hell, assoon as God should enter his Action against them.
yea they would not be an hour out of Hell, As soon as God should enter his Actium against them.
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6. Though they are not perfect, yet they are not wicked; there is enough to difference the Godly from the Ungodly. Job 10.7. Thou knowest I am not wicked.
6. Though they Are not perfect, yet they Are not wicked; there is enough to difference the Godly from the Ungodly. Job 10.7. Thou Knowest I am not wicked.
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Though all Men be Sinners, yet some have escaped the Reign of Sin. We must distinguish our selves. 1 John 3.10. In this the Children of God are manifested, and the Children of the Devil;
Though all Men be Sinners, yet Some have escaped the Reign of Sin. We must distinguish our selves. 1 John 3.10. In this the Children of God Are manifested, and the Children of the devil;
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whosoever doth not Righteousness, is not of God. Many Arguments will shew the Necessity of this.whosoever does not Righteousness, is not of God. Many Arguments will show the Necessity of this.
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First, From the Nature of God. who is a God of exact Purity, glorious Majesty, impartial Justice, and infinite Knowledge.
First, From the Nature of God. who is a God of exact Purity, glorious Majesty, impartial justice, and infinite Knowledge.
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All which shew the need of Mercy. 1. The Holy Nature of God.
All which show the need of Mercy. 1. The Holy Nature of God.
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When he is upon his Judicial Process here in the World, who is able to endure it? The Men of Bethshemesh said, 1 Sam. 6. Who is able to stand before this Holy Lord God? That is,
When he is upon his Judicial Process Here in the World, who is able to endure it? The Men of Bethshemesh said, 1 Sam. 6. Who is able to stand before this Holy Lord God? That is,
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because he shews himself so Zealous of his Institutions. And, Josh. 24.19. Ye cannot serve the Lord, for he is a Holy God.
Because he shows himself so Zealous of his Institutions. And, Josh. 24.19. You cannot serve the Lord, for he is a Holy God.
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He speaks not this to discourage them, but that they might not have slight thoughts of God,
He speaks not this to discourage them, but that they might not have slight thoughts of God,
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and his Service, as if he did make little reckoning of Sin, or that it were not so hateful to him,
and his Service, as if he did make little reckoning of since, or that it were not so hateful to him,
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and so great a Matter as usually it is made to be.
and so great a Matter as usually it is made to be.
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Slight Spirits wonder why Men make such ado about Sin. What harm is it, say they, to take a little forbidden Pleasure,
Slight Spirits wonder why Men make such ado about Sin. What harm is it, say they, to take a little forbidden Pleasure,
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or to indulge a wanton Thought, or drop a vain Word? These Men are ignorant of the Purity and Holiness of God;
or to indulge a wanton Thought, or drop a vain Word? These Men Are ignorant of the Purity and Holiness of God;
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therefore their Humiliation and Repentance is thought needless, their Sense of the Necessity and Benefit of Pardon lessen'd, their Awe and Watchfulness abated.
Therefore their Humiliation and Repentance is Thought needless, their Sense of the Necessity and Benefit of Pardon lessened, their Awe and Watchfulness abated.
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What thoughts they have of Sin, the same they think God hath. Psal. 50.21. Thou thoughtest I was altogether such an one as thy self.
What thoughts they have of since, the same they think God hath. Psalm 50.21. Thou thoughtest I was altogether such an one as thy self.
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They make light work of Sin, either in repenting, or watching and striving against it. Certainly, they that have slight thoughts of Sin, never have great thoughts of God.
They make Light work of since, either in repenting, or watching and striving against it. Certainly, they that have slight thoughts of since, never have great thoughts of God.
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If we think seriously of the Purity and Holiness of God, it would be another Matter,
If we think seriously of the Purity and Holiness of God, it would be Another Matter,
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and it would not so lightly go off the Conscience. 2. There is the glorious Majesty of God.
and it would not so lightly go off the Conscience. 2. There is the glorious Majesty of God.
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He is a Sovereign, and all his Recompences are Acts of Grace, and not of Debt.
He is a Sovereign, and all his Recompenses Are Acts of Grace, and not of Debt.
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Job saith, ( Job. 19.15.) Though I were righteous, I would not answer; but I would make Supplication to my Judge. Job Says, (Job. 19.15.) Though I were righteous, I would not answer; but I would make Supplication to my Judge.
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Whatever Sense we have of our own Integrity, and the Good wrought in us, yet Supplications for Mercy do become the Creature.
Whatever Sense we have of our own Integrity, and the Good wrought in us, yet Supplications for Mercy do become the Creature.
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For God is our Sovereign, and represented there as our Supreme Judge, whose Tribunal none can decline, whose Examination and Trial is most strict and accurate, whose Doom and Sentence is decisive and absolute, without power of appealing or repealing;
For God is our Sovereign, and represented there as our Supreme Judge, whose Tribunal none can decline, whose Examination and Trial is most strict and accurate, whose Doom and Sentence is decisive and absolute, without power of appealing or repealing;
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and the Execution and Punishment most dreadful. Therefore nothing becomes us so much as a broken-hearted Imploring of Grace and Mercy.
and the Execution and Punishment most dreadful. Therefore nothing becomes us so much as a brokenhearted Imploring of Grace and Mercy.
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God is so great and glorious, that we can merit nothing at his hands; all that is done to us must be meer Grace.
God is so great and glorious, that we can merit nothing At his hands; all that is done to us must be mere Grace.
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This is the Difference between Sin and Obedience:
This is the Difference between since and obedience:
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the Heinousness of Sin is always aggravated by the greatness of the Object against whom it is committed;
the Heinousness of since is always aggravated by the greatness of the Object against whom it is committed;
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but the Value of Obedience is still thereby lessened. The Offence is aggravated.
but the Valve of obedience is still thereby lessened. The Offence is aggravated.
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To strike an Officer, is more than to strike a private Man, a King more than an ordinary Officer:
To strike an Officer, is more than to strike a private Man, a King more than an ordinary Officer:
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so the Infinite Majesty of God greatens the Offence.
so the Infinite Majesty of God greatens the Offence.
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But on the other side, the greater God is, and the more glorious, the more it lessens the Value of that Good we perform. We can never oblige him.
But on the other side, the greater God is, and the more glorious, the more it lessens the Valve of that Good we perform. We can never oblige him.
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When we have done all that ever we can, we are but unprofitable Servants, Luk. 17.10. Mercy is the Fountain of all that we are and hope for.When we have done all that ever we can, we Are but unprofitable Servants, Luk. 17.10. Mercy is the Fountain of all that we Are and hope for.
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That Grace which first accepted us with all our Faults, doth at last crown us. 3. The Impartial Justice of God.
That Grace which First accepted us with all our Faults, does At last crown us. 3. The Impartial justice of God.
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That belongs to him, as Governour of the World. There is a threefold Justice in God.
That belongs to him, as Governor of the World. There is a threefold justice in God.
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(1.) His general Justice. That requires, Ʋt bonis benè sit, & malis malè;
(1.) His general justice. That requires, Ʋt bonis benè sit, & malis malè;
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That it should be well with them that do well, and ill with them that do ill.
That it should be well with them that do well, and ill with them that do ill.
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This is spoken of, 2 Thess. 1.6, 7. It is a righteous thing with God to render Tribulation unto them that trouble you,
This is spoken of, 2 Thess 1.6, 7. It is a righteous thing with God to render Tribulation unto them that trouble you,
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and unto you that are troubled, Rest. (2.) His strict Justice, according to the Covenant of Works.and unto you that Are troubled, Rest. (2.) His strict justice, according to the Covenant of Works.
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If God should deal with us according to our undeservings and ill-deservings, not in a way of gracious Compassion, what would become of the best of Men in the World? Not one of us could appear in Court.
If God should deal with us according to our undeservings and ill-deservings, not in a Way of gracious Compassion, what would become of the best of Men in the World? Not one of us could appear in Court.
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For there is not a Man found, that hath not some Fault and Failing, which would render him uncapable of God's Favour.
For there is not a Man found, that hath not Some Fault and Failing, which would render him uncapable of God's Favour.
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If he should proceed in just Severity against us, who could stand? not only who among the wicked,
If he should proceed in just Severity against us, who could stand? not only who among the wicked,
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but who among the People of God? Psal. 130.14. Therefore that Judgment must be deprecated, as David doth, Psal. 143.2. Enter ••t into Judgment with thy Servant, for in thy sight shall no Man living be justified.
but who among the People of God? Psalm 130.14. Therefore that Judgement must be deprecated, as David does, Psalm 143.2. Enter ••t into Judgement with thy Servant, for in thy sighed shall no Man living be justified.
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It is impossible for such a frail sinful Creature as Man is, to appear before God's exact Tribunal with any Comfort and Hope.
It is impossible for such a frail sinful Creature as Man is, to appear before God's exact Tribunal with any Comfort and Hope.
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Now because this strict Justice of God leaves us in such a desperate and hopeless Condition, there is another Court set up, to which we may appeal,
Now Because this strict justice of God leaves us in such a desperate and hopeless Condition, there is Another Court Set up, to which we may appeal,
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even the Covenant of Grace, which alloweth Pardon to penitent and sincere Believers. (3.) There is his merciful Justice, according to Promise in the new Covenant. Heb. 6.10. God is not unrighteous, to forget the Work and Labour of Love. 1 John 1.9. He is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins, and to cleanse us from all Ʋnrighteousness.
even the Covenant of Grace, which alloweth Pardon to penitent and sincere Believers. (3.) There is his merciful justice, according to Promise in the new Covenant. Hebrew 6.10. God is not unrighteous, to forget the Work and Labour of Love. 1 John 1.9. He is faithful and just to forgive us our Sins, and to cleanse us from all Ʋnrighteousness.
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Not that the Work deserveth his Grace, but God having made himself a Debtor by his own Promise, it is just that he should make it good.
Not that the Work deserveth his Grace, but God having made himself a Debtor by his own Promise, it is just that he should make it good.
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Now this is the same we speak of in the Text, The Lord grant that he may find Mercy in that Day 〈 ◊ 〉 It is his Grace to enable us to perform the Condition,
Now this is the same we speak of in the Text, The Lord grant that he may find Mercy in that Day 〈 ◊ 〉 It is his Grace to enable us to perform the Condition,
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and it is his merciful Justice to accept of it, when it is performed. 4. His Infinite Knowledge, by which he takes notice of all that we do.
and it is his merciful justice to accept of it, when it is performed. 4. His Infinite Knowledge, by which he Takes notice of all that we do.
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We may be blinded with Partiality and Self-love, but the Holy and All-seeing God knows many Faults, which Men either cannot or will not see; 1 Cor. 4.9. I know nothing of my self, yet am I not hereby justified.
We may be blinded with Partiality and Self-love, but the Holy and All-seeing God knows many Faults, which Men either cannot or will not see; 1 Cor. 4.9. I know nothing of my self, yet am I not hereby justified.
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Some of God's People have attain'd to new Covenant-Righteousness, yet they dare not venture their Eternal Estate upon that alone.
some of God's People have attained to new Covenant-Righteousness, yet they Dare not venture their Eternal Estate upon that alone.
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Suppose our Hearts condemn us in part, we know somewhat by our selves, yet God knoweth more. 1 John 3.20. For if our Hearts condemn us, God is greater than our Hearts, and knows all thins.
Suppose our Hearts condemn us in part, we know somewhat by our selves, yet God Knoweth more. 1 John 3.20. For if our Hearts condemn us, God is greater than our Hearts, and knows all thins.
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Things appear otherwise to the Holy God, than they do to us. Luk. 16.15.
Things appear otherwise to the Holy God, than they do to us. Luk. 16.15.
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And he said unto them, Ye are they who justify your selves before Men, but God knoweth their Hearts, And he said unto them, You Are they who justify your selves before Men, but God Knoweth their Hearts,
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for that which is highly esteemed among Men, is an Abomination in the sight of God. for that which is highly esteemed among Men, is an Abomination in the sighed of God.
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God many times detests that which is highly valued and cried up in the World. So Prov. 16.2. All the ways of Man are clean in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the Spirits.
God many times detests that which is highly valued and cried up in the World. So Curae 16.2. All the ways of Man Are clean in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the Spirits.
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We look to the Bulk and Matter of the Action, but God looks to the Mind and Spirit with which it is performed.
We look to the Bulk and Matter of the Actium, but God looks to the Mind and Spirit with which it is performed.
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We look to the Action slightly, so as to overlook the Evil that is in it through partiality and indulgence to our selves;
We look to the Actium slightly, so as to overlook the Evil that is in it through partiality and indulgence to our selves;
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but God exactly weighs things, and puts them into the Ballance of the Sanctuary:
but God exactly weighs things, and puts them into the Balance of the Sanctuary:
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Therefore we see a necessity, that when we come into the presence of the Righteous and Impartial Judg of Heaven and Earth, we should make Mercy our Plea;
Therefore we see a necessity, that when we come into the presence of the Righteous and Impartial Judge of Heaven and Earth, we should make Mercy our Plea;
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though we be conscious of no Defect and Disobedience, saw nothing, or knew nothing amiss by our selves,
though we be conscious of no Defect and Disobedience, saw nothing, or knew nothing amiss by our selves,
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yet God knows Failings, sees Errors. Job 9.22.
yet God knows Failings, sees Errors. Job 9.22.
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If I were perfect, yet do I not know my own Soul. That is, I would not go by the inward sense and feeling of my Conscience,If I were perfect, yet do I not know my own Soul. That is, I would not go by the inward sense and feeling of my Conscience,
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but give up the Cause to God, that he might justly condemn me: for no Man sees exactly the depth of his own Heart;
but give up the Cause to God, that he might justly condemn me: for no Man sees exactly the depth of his own Heart;
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therefore I would not argue my Right, but crave Mercy: So that you see it is Mercy that must stand us in most stead.
Therefore I would not argue my Right, but crave Mercy: So that you see it is Mercy that must stand us in most stead.
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2. From the Condition and Disposition of the Saints. (1.) Their Condition; they were once Sinners, and still are imperfect.
2. From the Condition and Disposition of the Saints. (1.) Their Condition; they were once Sinners, and still Are imperfect.
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Once Sinners, liable to the Wrath of God. And as they were once Sinners, they are still to own the Merit of Sin,
Once Sinners, liable to the Wrath of God. And as they were once Sinners, they Are still to own the Merit of since,
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though not to determine the Event: for they are to judg themselves, 1 Cor. 11.31. Though they are as Brands pluckt out of the Burning, yet they deserv'd the Burning.
though not to determine the Event: for they Are to judge themselves, 1 Cor. 11.31. Though they Are as Brands plucked out of the Burning, yet they deserved the Burning.
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I do not tell you what God will do, but what you have deserved; not to weaken your confidence & rejoycing in Christ, but to humble your Hearts.
I do not tell you what God will do, but what you have deserved; not to weaken your confidence & rejoicing in christ, but to humble your Hearts.
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You had once the Sentence past upon you, and had the Rope about your Necks;
You had once the Sentence passed upon you, and had the Rope about your Necks;
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you were at the Gates of Hell, and might have entred in, but for the Grace of your Redeemer.
you were At the Gates of Hell, and might have entered in, but for the Grace of your Redeemer.
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A sense of it is still necessary to quicken your Thankfulness and Prayers for Mercy and Pardon, and to promote your Humility.
A sense of it is still necessary to quicken your Thankfulness and Prayers for Mercy and Pardon, and to promote your Humility.
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You turn Grace into Wantonness, and abuse it, if it lessen any of these Acts: for though God forgive, we must not forget.
You turn Grace into Wantonness, and abuse it, if it lessen any of these Acts: for though God forgive, we must not forget.
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We were once as bad as the worst, and Children of Wrath even as others, Ephes. 2.3.
We were once as bad as the worst, and Children of Wrath even as Others, Ephesians 2.3.
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Therefore when God justifies us, we must still condemn our selves.
Therefore when God Justifies us, we must still condemn our selves.
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We are still imperfect, and the best feel and find in themselves great Infirmities, and make but too much work for pardoning Mercy.
We Are still imperfect, and the best feel and find in themselves great Infirmities, and make but too much work for pardoning Mercy.
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There are great mixtures of Sin that we are conscious unto, notwithstanding the little good which we perform.
There Are great mixtures of since that we Are conscious unto, notwithstanding the little good which we perform.
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Job 9.2, 3. How should Man be just with God? If he should contend with him, he cannot answer one of a thousand. Job 9.2, 3. How should Man be just with God? If he should contend with him, he cannot answer one of a thousand.
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Our Righteousness is so imperfect and full of Defects, that we do not make it our Plea,
Our Righteousness is so imperfect and full of Defects, that we do not make it our Plea,
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but God's Mercy is our best and surest confidence. There are many sins that we are conscious unto; Psal. 40.11. Innumerable Evils have compassed me about, therefore what should we do but cry for mercy and forgiveness of them? Lord be merciful to me, a Sinner, Luke 18.13. (2.) The Disposition of the Saints:
but God's Mercy is our best and Surest confidence. There Are many Sins that we Are conscious unto; Psalm 40.11. Innumerable Evils have compassed me about, Therefore what should we do but cry for mercy and forgiveness of them? Lord be merciful to me, a Sinner, Lycia 18.13. (2.) The Disposition of the Saints:
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They have a greater apprehension of the Evil of Sin, because of the increase of Light and Love:
They have a greater apprehension of the Evil of since, Because of the increase of Light and Love:
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As their Light and Love increases, so doth their Trouble about Sin. Rom. 7.9, 24. Paul maketh more complaint about remaining Sins that cleave to the Best,
As their Light and Love increases, so does their Trouble about Sin. Rom. 7.9, 24. Paul makes more complaint about remaining Sins that cleave to the Best,
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than the Wicked do about reigning Lusts. They are ashamed of the folly and filthiness that is in Sin, troubled and griev'd for their unkindness to God;
than the Wicked doe about reigning Lusts. They Are ashamed of the folly and filthiness that is in since, troubled and grieved for their unkindness to God;
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and therefore are more apprehensive of the need of Mercy than possibly others can be:
and Therefore Are more apprehensive of the need of Mercy than possibly Others can be:
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None see so many Sins, none see so much hainousness in Sin. In a clear Glass of Water the least Mote is espied:
None see so many Sins, none see so much heinousness in Sin. In a clear Glass of Water the least Mote is espied:
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and the most delicate and tender Complexions are most sensible of annoyance.
and the most delicate and tender Complexions Are most sensible of annoyance.
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Therefore if God will shew mercy to them, notwithstanding all their unkind dealings with him, they apprehend it as a great and wonderful favour.
Therefore if God will show mercy to them, notwithstanding all their unkind dealings with him, they apprehend it as a great and wondered favour.
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(2.) They have a greater dread of God's Justice and Holiness, and a more sincere respect to the Threatnings of his Word:
(2.) They have a greater dread of God's justice and Holiness, and a more sincere respect to the Threatenings of his Word:
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It is true, they do not fear as before with a Tormenting Fear, yet have a great reverence for the Sentence of his Law,
It is true, they do not Fear as before with a Tormenting fear, yet have a great Reverence for the Sentence of his Law,
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and a more firm belief of his eternal Recompenses than the blind and stupid World hath.
and a more firm belief of his Eternal Recompenses than the blind and stupid World hath.
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Therefore they more earnestly deprecate his Anger, have a greater care to please him, a more piercing grief, because they have offended him;
Therefore they more earnestly deprecate his Anger, have a greater care to please him, a more piercing grief, Because they have offended him;
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and therefore if God will shew them mercy in the free and full forgiveness of all their Offences, they are more apprehensive of the Benefit.
and Therefore if God will show them mercy in the free and full forgiveness of all their Offences, they Are more apprehensive of the Benefit.
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They know God's Word is true, and observe his Providences as a Comment on it, Rom. 1.18.
They know God's Word is true, and observe his Providences as a Comment on it, Rom. 1.18.
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None of them can or dare appear in the Judgment, till they have sought his Favour, and obtain'd his Pardon.
None of them can or Dare appear in the Judgement, till they have sought his Favour, and obtained his Pardon.
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(3.) They are more sollicitous in the Case, than others who make a light business of Salvation,
(3.) They Are more solicitous in the Case, than Others who make a Light business of Salvation,
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and do the Work of an Age in a Breath. We are all Sinners, but God is merciful.
and do the Work of an Age in a Breath. We Are all Sinners, but God is merciful.
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They know that a business of this weight must be carried on with all diligence imagiable. Phil. 2.12. Work out your own Salvation with fear and trembling.
They know that a business of this weight must be carried on with all diligence imagiable. Philip 2.12. Work out your own Salvation with Fear and trembling.
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They see so many deceive themselves, make a full account they shall be saved; do well in the Judgment, when there is no ground for it.
They see so many deceive themselves, make a full account they shall be saved; do well in the Judgement, when there is no ground for it.
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They know the sleightness that is incident to humane Nature, the deceit and hypocrisie of their own Hearts;
They know the slightness that is incident to humane Nature, the deceit and hypocrisy of their own Hearts;
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therefore use diligent Cares, constant Prayers, continual Watchings;
Therefore use diligent Cares, constant Prayers, continual Watchings;
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and when they have done all, dare not rest upon that, but the Mercy of Jesus Christ,
and when they have done all, Dare not rest upon that, but the Mercy of jesus christ,
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as their best Refuge and Comfort. 3dly. With respect to the Purity and Strictness of his Law, which is the Rule of Commerce between us and God.
as their best Refuge and Comfort. 3dly. With respect to the Purity and Strictness of his Law, which is the Rule of Commerce between us and God.
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The Law may be considered, as it relateth to the Covenant of Works, or as it relateth to the Covenant of Grace.
The Law may be considered, as it relateth to the Covenant of Works, or as it relateth to the Covenant of Grace.
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(1.) With respect to the Covenant of Works, where the least Failing lays us open to the Curse,
(1.) With respect to the Covenant of Works, where the least Failing lays us open to the Curse,
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surely no Plea can be allowed but Mercy.
surely no Plea can be allowed but Mercy.
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For that Covenant shuts up from all Hope of Escape, unless Mercy opens the Door for us. Rom. 11.32. He hath concluded all under Ʋnbelief, that he may have Mercy upon all. Gal. 3.11. The Scripture concluded all under Sin. All are guilty of Disobedience unto God, that all might be saved by Merey and Grace.
For that Covenant shuts up from all Hope of Escape, unless Mercy Opens the Door for us. Rom. 11.32. He hath concluded all under Ʋnbelief, that he may have Mercy upon all. Gal. 3.11. The Scripture concluded all under Sin. All Are guilty of Disobedience unto God, that all might be saved by Mercy and Grace.
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'Tis a Similitude taken from Malefactors, who are shut up in Prison to be kept unto Punishment.
It's a Similitude taken from Malefactors, who Are shut up in Prison to be kept unto Punishment.
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For who among us can perfectly keep the Law? (2.) With respect to the Covenant of Grace;
For who among us can perfectly keep the Law? (2.) With respect to the Covenant of Grace;
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where God requireth Perfection, but will accept of Sincerity. The Law of God is still in force;
where God requires Perfection, but will accept of Sincerity. The Law of God is still in force;
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for it is adopted into the Frame of the Covenant as the Rule of our Duty.
for it is adopted into the Frame of the Covenant as the Rule of our Duty.
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The Rule is as strict as ever, but the Covenant is not so strict. The Rule is as strict, for it still requireth Perfection;
The Rule is as strict as ever, but the Covenant is not so strict. The Rule is as strict, for it still requires Perfection;
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but the Covenant is not so strict, it is not so indispensibly required, because Sincerity, or Perfection of Parts, is accepted instead of Perfection of Degrees. Perfection is still required:
but the Covenant is not so strict, it is not so Indispensibly required, Because Sincerity, or Perfection of Parts, is accepted instead of Perfection of Degrees. Perfection is still required:
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otherwise our Defects were nothing, and we might allow our selves in our Failings, and no great Harm would come of it.
otherwise our Defects were nothing, and we might allow our selves in our Failings, and no great Harm would come of it.
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And then to strive after Perfection, or to press towards the Mark, would not be a necessary Duty,
And then to strive After Perfection, or to press towards the Mark, would not be a necessary Duty,
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but only a Work of Super-errogation. No;
but only a Work of Supererogation. No;
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it doth invite us to the highest Degree of Godliness, and makes the Endeavour after Perfection a necessary Condition of our Happiness,
it does invite us to the highest Degree of Godliness, and makes the Endeavour After Perfection a necessary Condition of our Happiness,
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as Perfection it self to be our proper Happiness.
as Perfection it self to be our proper Happiness.
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And so our Duty and Felicity do agree, that we may not have any liberty to be bad and miserable.
And so our Duty and Felicity do agree, that we may not have any liberty to be bad and miserable.
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But yet it accepteth of Sincerity, if our Hearts be upright with God, and our whole Mind and Desire be set to obey, please,
But yet it Accepteth of Sincerity, if our Hearts be upright with God, and our Whole Mind and Desire be Set to obey, please,
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and glorify him, and we make it our main Work so to do.
and Glorify him, and we make it our main Work so to do.
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God will not enter into Judgment with his Servants, nor be strict and severe to his Children,
God will not enter into Judgement with his Servants, nor be strict and severe to his Children,
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nor condemn those that love and fear him for lesser Failings and Infirmities, nor take that Occasion to ruine and destroy them.
nor condemn those that love and Fear him for lesser Failings and Infirmities, nor take that Occasion to ruin and destroy them.
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Indeed as the new Covenant commandeth Perfection, it noteth our Infirmities, to humble us in order to our Cure.
Indeed as the new Covenant commands Perfection, it notes our Infirmities, to humble us in order to our Cure.
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Christ, as a Physician, looks to our Infirmities, to rid us of them, and free us from them;
christ, as a physician, looks to our Infirmities, to rid us of them, and free us from them;
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but not as a Judge, to condemn us for them.
but not as a Judge, to condemn us for them.
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But yet, because of the multitude of our Errors, the holiest, and humblest, and most penitent believing Soul is scarce able to abide the Trial. Therefore when we have done, our utmost Mercy in that Day is our greatest and surest Support. 4thly. With respect to the Day of Judgment.
But yet, Because of the multitude of our Errors, the Holiest, and Humblest, and most penitent believing Soul is scarce able to abide the Trial. Therefore when we have done, our utmost Mercy in that Day is our greatest and Surest Support. 4thly. With respect to the Day of Judgement.
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1. The Preparation that is necessary.
1. The Preparation that is necessary.
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Since Christ is ready to judg, and we know not the Day and Hour of his Coming, we should be ready to be judged.
Since christ is ready to judge, and we know not the Day and Hour of his Coming, we should be ready to be judged.
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A sad Meeting and Greeting there will be between Christ and an unprepared Soul. Therefore it concerns us deeply, to see whether we be ready to give up our Account to God.
A sad Meeting and Greeting there will be between christ and an unprepared Soul. Therefore it concerns us deeply, to see whither we be ready to give up our Account to God.
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Now there is a twofold Readiness;
Now there is a twofold Readiness;
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when you are in a safe Condition, and when you are in a comfortable Case, with respect to that Day.
when you Are in a safe Condition, and when you Are in a comfortable Case, with respect to that Day.
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All that are in a safe Case, know not that they are in a comfortable Case, know not that it shall go well with them in the Judgment.
All that Are in a safe Case, know not that they Are in a comfortable Case, know not that it shall go well with them in the Judgement.
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Our Safety is known by the Law of Grace; for Christ will judge according the Gospel. Rom. 2.16. Whom the Gospel doth justify, they shall be justified;
Our Safety is known by the Law of Grace; for christ will judge according the Gospel. Rom. 2.16. Whom the Gospel does justify, they shall be justified;
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and whom the Gospel doth condemn, they shall be condemned. The Rules of judging are in the Word, but every one cannot apply them.
and whom the Gospel does condemn, they shall be condemned. The Rules of judging Are in the Word, but every one cannot apply them.
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Now the Gospel justifieth all that repent and believe. By Repentance meaning a Turning in Heart and Life to God:
Now the Gospel Justifieth all that Repent and believe. By Repentance meaning a Turning in Heart and Life to God:
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and by Faith, a believing what Christ hath done for the Restauration and Salvation of Sinners,
and by Faith, a believing what christ hath done for the Restauration and Salvation of Sinners,
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and an accepting, and making use of him to this End. But these things are not wrought in us as easily as they are spoken of.
and an accepting, and making use of him to this End. But these things Are not wrought in us as Easily as they Are spoken of.
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And when they are wrought in us, they are not so soon evidenc'd, that we have Repentance unto Life, and Faith unfeigned.
And when they Are wrought in us, they Are not so soon evidenced, that we have Repentance unto Life, and Faith unfeigned.
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Now then, is it not a necessary Prayer whilst we are in the midst of our Doubts and Conflicts, that we may find Mercy in that day.
Now then, is it not a necessary Prayer while we Are in the midst of our Doubts and Conflicts, that we may find Mercy in that day.
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2. The strict Trial that we must undergo.
2. The strict Trial that we must undergo.
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The Day of Judgment is the greatest and most dreadful Day that ever was, when it is Matter of Sense,
The Day of Judgement is the greatest and most dreadful Day that ever was, when it is Matter of Sense,
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as now it is Matter of Faith.
as now it is Matter of Faith.
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If a Man had it, he would give all the World for Mercy in that Day.
If a Man had it, he would give all the World for Mercy in that Day.
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For then the Judg will come from Heaven with a shout, and the Books shall be opened, Rev. 10.12.
For then the Judge will come from Heaven with a shout, and the Books shall be opened, Rev. 10.12.
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the Book of Conscience, and the Book of God's Remembrance, and every thing must be produced in the Judgment,
the Book of Conscience, and the Book of God's Remembrance, and every thing must be produced in the Judgement,
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whether it be Good or Evil, Eccles. 12.14. Now the thought of this should make us humbly to sue out our Pardon.whither it be Good or Evil, Eccles. 12.14. Now the Thought of this should make us humbly to sue out our Pardon.
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Then intreaty is of no use, but now it may steed us; and no request becomes us so much, As Mercy, Lord, in that Day.
Then entreaty is of no use, but now it may steed us; and no request becomes us so much, As Mercy, Lord, in that Day.
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If we miscarry then, we are undone for ever: but if accepted then, we are blessed indeed to all eternity.
If we miscarry then, we Are undone for ever: but if accepted then, we Are blessed indeed to all eternity.
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3. The greatness of the Blessings we expect, which beyond all proportion excel our best Endeavours.
3. The greatness of the Blessings we expect, which beyond all proportion excel our best Endeavours.
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Eternal Mercy is at the bottom of all God's proceedings with us: Now the least comfort that he bestows upon us, comes from his Mercy and Grace,
Eternal Mercy is At the bottom of all God's proceedings with us: Now the least Comfort that he bestows upon us, comes from his Mercy and Grace,
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and should work a deep sense of it in our Hearts: Gen. 32.10. I am not worthy of the least of all thy Mercies, and of all thy Truth, which thou hast shewed unto thy Servant.
and should work a deep sense of it in our Hearts: Gen. 32.10. I am not worthy of the least of all thy mercies, and of all thy Truth, which thou hast showed unto thy Servant.
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But then there will be the fullest and largest manifestation of God's Love and Favour to us; 1 Pet. 1.13. Hope to the end, for the Grace that is to be brought to us at the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
But then there will be the Fullest and Largest manifestation of God's Love and Favour to us; 1 Pet. 1.13. Hope to the end, for the Grace that is to be brought to us At the Resurrection of jesus christ.
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There is Grace brought to us now by the Revelation of Jesus Christ in the Gospel, in some measure,
There is Grace brought to us now by the Revelation of jesus christ in the Gospel, in Some measure,
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but hereafter by that Revelation we shall see his Grace and Mercy more fully and perfectly.
but hereafter by that Revelation we shall see his Grace and Mercy more Fully and perfectly.
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We see his Grace in the pardon of Sins, and that measure of Sanctification and Renovation which we attain unto;
We see his Grace in the pardon of Sins, and that measure of Sanctification and Renovation which we attain unto;
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that he is pleased to pass by our Offences, and to take us into his Family,
that he is pleased to pass by our Offences, and to take us into his Family,
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and give us a taste of his Love, and a right to the Heavenly Kingdom, and will any way imploy us in his Service.
and give us a taste of his Love, and a right to the Heavenly Kingdom, and will any Way employ us in his Service.
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But then it is another manner of Grace and Favour.
But then it is Another manner of Grace and Favour.
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Indeed, when our Pardon and Approbation shall be pronounced and ratified by our Judg's own Mouth, Acts 3.17. Then times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord.
Indeed, when our Pardon and Approbation shall be pronounced and ratified by our Judge's own Mouth, Acts 3.17. Then times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord.
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When he shall not only take us into his Family, but into his Presence and Palace, that we may dwell with him for ever; John 12.26. Not only give us a Right, but Possession. Matth. 25.34. Not see Christ by Faith, but by Sight. 1 John 3.2. See our Persons admitted into the nearest fruition of God that may be, and we are capable of.
When he shall not only take us into his Family, but into his Presence and Palace, that we may dwell with him for ever; John 12.26. Not only give us a Right, but Possession. Matthew 25.34. Not see christ by Faith, but by Sighed. 1 John 3.2. See our Persons admitted into the nearest fruition of God that may be, and we Are capable of.
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Not only have some remote Service and Ministration, but everlastingly imployed in loving and delighting in God,
Not only have Some remote Service and Ministration, but everlastingly employed in loving and delighting in God,
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and praising of God with all those Heavenly Creatures, who are our Eternal Companions in this Work.
and praising of God with all those Heavenly Creatures, who Are our Eternal Sodales in this Work.
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This is Grace and Mercy indeed.
This is Grace and Mercy indeed.
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The Grace of God, or his Favour to Sinners, is never seen in all its graciousness till then:
The Grace of God, or his Favour to Sinners, is never seen in all its graciousness till then:
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Then the praise of his glorious Grace doth shine forth, Ephes. 1.6. We cry, Grace, Grace now, when we taste his Love, but then we have the full and uninterrupted communion of it.Then the praise of his glorious Grace does shine forth, Ephesians 1.6. We cry, Grace, Grace now, when we taste his Love, but then we have the full and uninterrupted communion of it.
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We have much of his Mercy now; For we are justified freely by his Grace, Rom. 3.24. Of his abundant Mercy he hath begotten us to a lively hope, 1 Pet. 1.3. Grace is as free now as then;
We have much of his Mercy now; For we Are justified freely by his Grace, Rom. 3.24. Of his abundant Mercy he hath begotten us to a lively hope, 1 Pet. 1.3. Grace is as free now as then;
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but then it is more full. No more trouble with Infirmities or Necessities. The consideration of these things should press us to three things, To be Serious, Humble, and Thankful.
but then it is more full. No more trouble with Infirmities or Necessities. The consideration of these things should press us to three things, To be Serious, Humble, and Thankful.
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1. Serious in our preparation for our great Account.
1. Serious in our preparation for our great Account.
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The Judgment is so exact and impartial, that the choicest of God's Servants are fain to refer their whole claim to Mercy.
The Judgement is so exact and impartial, that the Choicest of God's Servants Are fain to refer their Whole claim to Mercy.
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The Business is weighty, we are to be judged to Life or Death, and both are Everlasting, we have need to be serious in it.
The Business is weighty, we Are to be judged to Life or Death, and both Are Everlasting, we have need to be serious in it.
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The Qualifications are not easily to be interpreted, till they evidence and manifest themselves by their powerful Influence and multiplied Acts;
The Qualifications Are not Easily to be interpreted, till they evidence and manifest themselves by their powerful Influence and multiplied Acts;
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therefore we must give diligence, that we may be found in him of peace, without spot and blameless, 1 Pet. 3.4.
Therefore we must give diligence, that we may be found in him of peace, without spot and blameless, 1 Pet. 3.4.
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Surely you should do all your Works, order all your Actions as Men that shall be judged for them, Jam. 2.12. Matth. 12.36. Consider what will be comfortable in the last Reckoning, and how things will appear in that Day.
Surely you should do all your Works, order all your Actions as Men that shall be judged for them, Jam. 2.12. Matthew 12.36. Consider what will be comfortable in the last Reckoning, and how things will appear in that Day.
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I know God's Mercy and Faith in the Blood of Christ, will be the chiefest ground of your Comfort.
I know God's Mercy and Faith in the Blood of christ, will be the chiefest ground of your Comfort.
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But you must make your Qualification more explicit.
But you must make your Qualification more explicit.
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A free Pardon through the Mercy of God, and the Merit and Intercession of him that redeemed you, is your great Encouragement:
A free Pardon through the Mercy of God, and the Merit and Intercession of him that redeemed you, is your great Encouragement:
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but yet you must hold on in the way of Holiness, that it may stead you in your greatest need.
but yet you must hold on in the Way of Holiness, that it may stead you in your greatest need.
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All do not rise to the Judgment of Absolution, but some to the Judgment of Condemnation;
All do not rise to the Judgement of Absolution, but Some to the Judgement of Condemnation;
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therefore you must make it evident that you are of the former number, Rom. 8.1. 2. To be Humble, by the knowledg and consideration of God and your selves.
Therefore you must make it evident that you Are of the former number, Rom. 8.1. 2. To be Humble, by the knowledge and consideration of God and your selves.
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(1.) Humility becometh us, with respect to God. The Throne of Grace is a Throne still;
(1.) Humility Becometh us, with respect to God. The Throne of Grace is a Throne still;
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and though we have great liberty and boldness by Christ, yet we must come humbly.
and though we have great liberty and boldness by christ, yet we must come humbly.
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There is an everlasting distinction between the Creature and the Creator, and you must accordingly address your selves:
There is an everlasting distinction between the Creature and the Creator, and you must accordingly address your selves:
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Not as the Pharisee that came to challenge a Debt, but as the Publican that came to emplore Mercy, Luke 18.10, 11. He that had a lowly Opinion of himself, was most acceptable to God.
Not as the Pharisee that Come to challenge a Debt, but as the Publican that Come to implore Mercy, Lycia 18.10, 11. He that had a lowly Opinion of himself, was most acceptable to God.
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(2.) With respect to your selves. God's Children need to be spared in their best Actions. Mal. 3.17. I will spare them, as a Man spares his own Son that serves him. Nehem. 13.22. Remember me, O my God, concerning this also, and spare me, according to the greatness of thy Mercy.
(2.) With respect to your selves. God's Children need to be spared in their best Actions. Malachi 3.17. I will spare them, as a Man spares his own Son that serves him. Nehemiah 13.22. remember me, Oh my God, Concerning this also, and spare me, according to the greatness of thy Mercy.
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He speaks this when he had procured God's Ordinances to be duly observed.
He speaks this when he had procured God's Ordinances to be duly observed.
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He pleadeth no Merit before God, but desires rather to be spared, for he was conscious of his own many Failings.
He pleads no Merit before God, but Desires rather to be spared, for he was conscious of his own many Failings.
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(3.) The strictness of your Rule. Psal. 19.12. Who can understand his Errors? Cleanse thou me from secret Faults.
(3.) The strictness of your Rule. Psalm 19.12. Who can understand his Errors? Cleanse thou me from secret Faults.
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The Multitude of Errors that we know, and the multitude of them we know not, should keep us humble.
The Multitude of Errors that we know, and the multitude of them we know not, should keep us humble.
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3. It presseth you to Thankfulness. From first to last Mercy supplies all our Needs.
3. It Presseth you to Thankfulness. From First to last Mercy supplies all our Needs.
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The Throne of Grace was erected for this purpose, that we might have Mercy when we need it most. Heb. 4.10.
The Throne of Grace was erected for this purpose, that we might have Mercy when we need it most. Hebrew 4.10.
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Let us therefore come boldly unto the Throne of Grace, that we may obtain Mercy, and find Grace to help in a time of need. Let us Therefore come boldly unto the Throne of Grace, that we may obtain Mercy, and find Grace to help in a time of need.
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All our Qualifications come from Grace; 1 Chron. 29.14. For all things come of thee. Luke 19.16. Not my Industry, but thy Pound;
All our Qualifications come from Grace; 1 Chronicles 29.14. For all things come of thee. Luke 19.16. Not my Industry, but thy Pound;
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not his own Industry, but his Masters Talent. Gal. 2.20. Not I, but Christ liveth in me;
not his own Industry, but his Masters Talon. Gal. 2.20. Not I, but christ lives in me;
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and the life which I now live in the flesh, I live by the Faith of the Son of God. 1 Cor. 15.10. Not I, but the Grace of God which was with me. and the life which I now live in the Flesh, I live by the Faith of the Son of God. 1 Cor. 15.10. Not I, but the Grace of God which was with me.
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Cast your Crowns of Excellency at the Lambs Feet. Rev. 4.10. Let him have all the honour, for you have all from him, and all should be to him.
Cast your Crowns of Excellency At the Lambs Feet. Rev. 4.10. Let him have all the honour, for you have all from him, and all should be to him.
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All the Benefits we expect from God, come not for our Righteousness, Dan. 9.18. but for this great Mercy.
All the Benefits we expect from God, come not for our Righteousness, Dan. 9.18. but for this great Mercy.
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Deut. 9.4, 5. Say not in thy Heart, for thy Righteousness, the Lord hath brought thee in to possess the Land. It is the Mercy of God, that sets the Crown upon your Heads at last. FINIS.
Deuteronomy 9.4, 5. Say not in thy Heart, for thy Righteousness, the Lord hath brought thee in to possess the Land. It is the Mercy of God, that sets the Crown upon your Heads At last. FINIS.
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