The credibility of the Christian revelation, from it's intrinsick evidence in eight sermons, preach'd in the Cathedral Church of St. Paul : being the lecture for the year 1699, founded by the Honourable Robert Boyle, Esq. : with a ninth sermon, as an appendix, in reply to an objection / by Samuel Bradford ...
THE Honourable Founder of these Lectures having appointed them for proving the Christian Religion against notorious Infidels, viz. Atheists, Deists, Pagans, Jews,
THE Honourable Founder of these Lectures having appointed them for proving the Christian Religion against notorious Infidels, viz. Atheists, Deists, Pagans, jews,
and Mahometans, my design is, by God's Assistance, to direct my following Discourses principally against the second sort of these Adversaries to our Profession, the Deists I mean, properly so call'd, those who are not sunk so much below humane Nature,
and Mahometans, my Design is, by God's Assistance, to Direct my following Discourses principally against the second sort of these Adversaries to our Profession, the Deists I mean, properly so called, those who Are not sunk so much below humane Nature,
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and discern very plain and strong Evidence for the confirmation of their Faith in all the parts of it, that there should be any, who being educated where this Religion is profess'd, should either remain or become Infidels;
and discern very plain and strong Evidence for the confirmation of their Faith in all the parts of it, that there should be any, who being educated where this Religion is professed, should either remain or become Infidels;
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For which reason I have chosen to begin with these Words, wherein we are inform'd by our Lord himself, what sort of Persons those are, who are qualified for receiving him and his Doctrine, viz. such as are taught of God, such as have heard and learn'd of the Father.
For which reason I have chosen to begin with these Words, wherein we Are informed by our Lord himself, what sort of Persons those Are, who Are qualified for receiving him and his Doctrine, viz. such as Are taught of God, such as have herd and learned of the Father.
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at this some of the Jews murmur'd, saying, Is not this Jesus the son of Joseph, whose Father and Mother we know? How is it then that he saith, I came down from Heaven? To which our Lord reply'd, not by proposing at that time any Arguments to convince them, that he really did come down from Heaven;
At this Some of the jews murmured, saying, Is not this jesus the son of Joseph, whose Father and Mother we know? How is it then that he Says, I Come down from Heaven? To which our Lord replied, not by proposing At that time any Arguments to convince them, that he really did come down from Heaven;
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but by hinting to them the true cause of their unbelief, and letting them understand, that considering their temper, which he very well knew, he was not at all surpris'd at their rejecting him.
but by hinting to them the true cause of their unbelief, and letting them understand, that considering their temper, which he very well knew, he was not At all surprised At their rejecting him.
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But may not the Father draw men, and they not follow him? Yes certainly, as well as he might be said to have purged Israel, and yet that Israel was not purged; and therefore it follows in the next Words, It is written in the Prophets,
But may not the Father draw men, and they not follow him? Yes Certainly, as well as he might be said to have purged Israel, and yet that Israel was not purged; and Therefore it follows in the next Words, It is written in the prophets,
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They shall be all taught of God, that is, in the days of the Messiah, the World shall be blest with more plentiful Instruction from Heaven, there shall be a greater measure of Divine Knowledge imparted by God to Mankind, together with a larger Effusion of the Divine Spirit upon the Members of God's Church, whereby they shall be taught the Will of God more plainly and fully, than in times past.
They shall be all taught of God, that is, in the days of the Messiah, the World shall be blessed with more plentiful Instruction from Heaven, there shall be a greater measure of Divine Knowledge imparted by God to Mankind, together with a larger Effusion of the Divine Spirit upon the Members of God's Church, whereby they shall be taught the Will of God more plainly and Fully, than in times past.
Particularly the Prophet Isaiah, foretelling the state of the Church in the days of the Messiah, hath these very words which our Lord citeth, All thy children shall be taught of the Lord.
Particularly the Prophet Isaiah, foretelling the state of the Church in the days of the Messiah, hath these very words which our Lord citeth, All thy children shall be taught of the Lord.
So that the Words contain, as I have already observ'd, the Character of those Persons, who are qualified and dispos'd to receive the Christian Doctrine,
So that the Words contain, as I have already observed, the Character of those Persons, who Are qualified and disposed to receive the Christian Doctrine,
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And therefore 'tis remarkable, that our Saviour, in divers other places as well as this, doth ascribe the Infidelity of his Hearers to the Indisposition of their Minds,
And Therefore it's remarkable, that our Saviour, in diverse other places as well as this, does ascribe the Infidelity of his Hearers to the Indisposition of their Minds,
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and consequently that both its Original and Progress are wholy owing to humane Weakness, or Policy, that is, Wickedness; (for such would a Policy to invent and propagate a false Religion,
and consequently that both its Original and Progress Are wholly owing to humane Weakness, or Policy, that is, Wickedness; (for such would a Policy to invent and propagate a false Religion,
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and thereby to impose upon the Understandings and Consciences of men, be justly reputed.) How then must this Controversie be decided? Why by such Evidence as a matter of this nature is capable of;
and thereby to impose upon the Understandings and Consciences of men, be justly reputed.) How then must this Controversy be decided? Why by such Evidence as a matter of this nature is capable of;
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If this Religion should prove to be divinely reveal'd, as it pretends, such a man would probably think it his Interest, to be sure it would be his Inclination, to make all the Objections,
If this Religion should prove to be divinely revealed, as it pretends, such a man would probably think it his Interest, to be sure it would be his Inclination, to make all the Objections,
Whereas on the other hand, Whosoever hath been taught of God, whosoever hath heard, and learn'd of the Father, whosoever hath attain'd to right conceptions of him,
Whereas on the other hand, Whosoever hath been taught of God, whosoever hath herd, and learned of the Father, whosoever hath attained to right conceptions of him,
and is reconcil'd in his Mind to him, such a Man is well prepar'd to attend to whatsoever it shall please God farther to make known to him, he will easily and clearly discern the force of any good Evidence which shall be produc'd for a Revelation which is truly Divine,
and is reconciled in his Mind to him, such a Man is well prepared to attend to whatsoever it shall please God farther to make known to him, he will Easily and clearly discern the force of any good Evidence which shall be produced for a Revelation which is truly Divine,
But our Saviour, in applying this Prophecy, seems also to take in all that previous Teaching of God, whereby he had prepar'd Men for the receiving him, when he should come.
But our Saviour, in applying this Prophecy, seems also to take in all that previous Teaching of God, whereby he had prepared Men for the receiving him, when he should come.
for the times of the Messiah, had from one Generation to another, been disposing the World for such farther communications as he should think proper for it;
for the times of the Messiah, had from one Generation to Another, been disposing the World for such farther communications as he should think proper for it;
It may be reasonable therefore upon this occasion, to consider the several ways, in which men might be said to be taught of God, in order to their receiving any farther Revelation from him.
It may be reasonable Therefore upon this occasion, to Consider the several ways, in which men might be said to be taught of God, in order to their receiving any farther Revelation from him.
and the abundant Provision he hath made for every Being, suitable to it's Nature there are plain Intimations and Instructions given by the Deity, to those Creatures whom he hath made capable of observing and contemplating his Works.
and the abundant Provision he hath made for every Being, suitable to it's Nature there Are plain Intimations and Instructions given by the Deity, to those Creatures whom he hath made capable of observing and contemplating his Works.
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though not as spoken by an inspired Author. The Heavens declare the Glory of God: and the Firmament sheweth his handy work. 2. Day unto day uttereth speech;
though not as spoken by an inspired Author. The Heavens declare the Glory of God: and the Firmament shows his handy work. 2. Day unto day utters speech;
viz. that there is in man a power of Understanding and Reasoning, which he hath receiv'd from God in the very frame of his Nature, whereby he is inabled to discern the Being,
viz. that there is in man a power of Understanding and Reasoning, which he hath received from God in the very frame of his Nature, whereby he is enabled to discern the Being,
And this again cannot be exprest better, than in the words of St. Paul; When the Gentiles, sayes he, which have not the Law, do by nature the things contain'd in the Law, these having not the Law are a Law unto themselves, which shew the work (or matter) of the Law written in their hearts, their Conscience also bearing Witness,
And this again cannot be expressed better, than in the words of Saint Paul; When the Gentiles, Says he, which have not the Law, do by nature the things contained in the Law, these having not the Law Are a Law unto themselves, which show the work (or matter) of the Law written in their hearts, their Conscience also bearing Witness,
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and more refin'd Morals than the Vulgar, who have both by their discourses, and writings, and practices instructed other men with respect to Divine and Spiritual Matters.
and more refined Morals than the vulgar, who have both by their discourses, and writings, and practices instructed other men with respect to Divine and Spiritual Matters.
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Such particularly we know there were, not inconsiderable for their Number, and of very great Reputation, both among the Greeks and Romans, some of which have by their Writings transmitted to us their conceptions concerning God and Providence,
Such particularly we know there were, not inconsiderable for their Number, and of very great Reputation, both among the Greeks and Romans, Some of which have by their Writings transmitted to us their conceptions Concerning God and Providence,
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as also Moses, the great Law giver among the Jews, who particularly inculcated this prime Doctrine of Religion, that there is but one God, the Creator and Governor of all,
as also Moses, the great Law giver among the jews, who particularly inculcated this prime Doctrine of Religion, that there is but one God, the Creator and Governor of all,
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Whoever owns a Providence, and allows the difference between Moral Good and Evil, must and will grant that such men as these, wherever they were to be found, were the Instruments of Providence,
Whoever owns a Providence, and allows the difference between Moral Good and Evil, must and will grant that such men as these, wherever they were to be found, were the Instruments of Providence,
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This I am well satisfied the Holy Scriptures do assert throughout, and 'tis, in part at least, this kind of teaching, which those passages in the Books of the Prophets, referr'd to by our Saviour in the Text, seem to mean;
This I am well satisfied the Holy Scriptures do assert throughout, and it's, in part At least, this kind of teaching, which those passages in the Books of the prophets, referred to by our Saviour in the Text, seem to mean;
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than that he who form'd our Spirits, which are finite, and intirely dependent upon their Maker, should be at all times ready to influence them in a way proper to their make, conversing himself intimately with them, enlightning those understandings which he hath given us, by rays darted from himself, the Fountain of Light, secretly admonishing and assisting our Souls, according as they apply themselves to him,
than that he who formed our Spirits, which Are finite, and entirely dependent upon their Maker, should be At all times ready to influence them in a Way proper to their make, conversing himself intimately with them, enlightening those understandings which he hath given us, by rays darted from himself, the Fountain of Light, secretly admonishing and assisting our Souls, according as they apply themselves to him,
This is well exprest by Elihu in Job, who being suppos'd not to have been of the race of Israel, may be reckon'd to have spoken in the person of a Deist;
This is well expressed by Elihu in Job, who being supposed not to have been of the raze of Israel, may be reckoned to have spoken in the person of a Deist;
But we need not search nicely for a Proof, that this has been the sense of those, who have been only under the dispensation of meer Nature, and nor enlighten'd by Revelation.
But we need not search nicely for a Proof, that this has been the sense of those, who have been only under the Dispensation of mere Nature, and nor enlightened by Revelation.
And it is no Objection against this way of God's teaching, that we cannot tell in what manner he influenceth our Spirits, any more than it is against his having made us, that we are wholly ignorant how we were formed by him.
And it is no Objection against this Way of God's teaching, that we cannot tell in what manner he influenceth our Spirits, any more than it is against his having made us, that we Are wholly ignorant how we were formed by him.
To this I answer in the General, Those men have heard and learn'd of the Eather, in order to this end, who have attended to the Instructions given them by God, in any of the four ways above-mentioned,
To this I answer in the General, Those men have herd and learned of the Eather, in order to this end, who have attended to the Instructions given them by God, in any of the four ways abovementioned,
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and particularly in those we call the Moral Perfections of the Divine Nature, commonly exprest by the general term of Holiness• comprehending the Truth, the Justice, and the Goodness of God;
and particularly in those we call the Moral Perfections of the Divine Nature, commonly expressed by the general term of Holiness• comprehending the Truth, the justice, and the goodness of God;
that they should look upon him as the great Parent of the intellectual part of the Universe, who hath a tender care of and concern for this his Off-spring;
that they should look upon him as the great Parent of the intellectual part of the Universe, who hath a tender care of and concern for this his Offspring;
who, as on the one hand he will not suffer his Laws to be violated, and his Authority contemn'd, without making the Transgressors sensible and afraid of his displeasure;
who, as on the one hand he will not suffer his Laws to be violated, and his authority contemned, without making the Transgressors sensible and afraid of his displeasure;
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By worthy apprehensions of natural Religion, I mean, that they should see and acknowledge the eternal and immutable difference between moral good and evil, together with the necessary and indispensable Obligation a reasonable creature is under to chuse the one, and refuse the other;
By worthy apprehensions of natural Religion, I mean, that they should see and acknowledge the Eternal and immutable difference between moral good and evil, together with the necessary and indispensable Obligation a reasonable creature is under to choose the one, and refuse the other;
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of exercising Justice and Charity one towards another; of subjecting our Flesh to our Spirits; and reducing our Appetites and Passions under the direction and government of Understanding and Reason;
of exercising justice and Charity one towards Another; of subjecting our Flesh to our Spirits; and reducing our Appetites and Passion under the direction and government of Understanding and Reason;
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These I take to be worthy apprehensions of God and natural Religion, and such as will be entertain'd by all those, who are taught of God, and have not only heard, but learn'd of the Father.
These I take to be worthy apprehensions of God and natural Religion, and such as will be entertained by all those, who Are taught of God, and have not only herd, but learned of the Father.
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he will diligently listen to, and easily believe a fair account of the Goodness of God to the apostate children of men, reconcil'd with his Wisdom and Justice in governing the World;
he will diligently listen to, and Easily believe a fair account of the goodness of God to the apostate children of men, reconciled with his Wisdom and justice in governing the World;
and he will heartily approve an Institution, which ••ghly explains and heightens the Obligations which reasonable Creatures are under to all that is truly good and praise-worthy;
and he will heartily approve an Institution, which ••ghly explains and heightens the Obligations which reasonable Creatures Are under to all that is truly good and praiseworthy;
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Upon this ground it was, that our Lord gave his approbation to the Judgment of the Scribe, upon his saying there was one God, and that for a Man to love this God with all his heart,
Upon this ground it was, that our Lord gave his approbation to the Judgement of the Scribe, upon his saying there was one God, and that for a Man to love this God with all his heart,
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and to love his Neighbour as himself, was more than all whole burnt-offerings and sacrifices. The Text says, that when Jesus saw that he answer'd discreetly, i. e.
and to love his Neighbour as himself, was more than all Whole Burnt offerings and Sacrifices. The Text Says, that when jesus saw that he answered discreetly, i. e.
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There must be added to this, that those who have heard and learn'd of the Father, have together with these Apprehensions fixt in their Minds an honest purpose and resolution to act agreeably to them.
There must be added to this, that those who have herd and learned of the Father, have together with these Apprehensions fixed in their Minds an honest purpose and resolution to act agreeably to them.
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The perfection of a reasonable creature consists in the regularity of his Will and Affections, as much at least, if not more than in the improvement of his Understanding.
The perfection of a reasonable creature consists in the regularity of his Will and Affections, as much At least, if not more than in the improvement of his Understanding.
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and consequently the great design of all God's teaching, which is without question intended to perfect our Natures, is to improve the temper and disposition of our Souls;
and consequently the great Design of all God's teaching, which is without question intended to perfect our Nature's, is to improve the temper and disposition of our Souls;
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All the Truths of God are to be receiv'd in the love of them, and the end of their communication is, that we may yield our selves to be directed by them;
All the Truths of God Are to be received in the love of them, and the end of their communication is, that we may yield our selves to be directed by them;
This is agreeable to what our Saviour hath told us, and what is evident from the nature of the thing, that If any man will do the will of God, he shall know of his Doctrine,
This is agreeable to what our Saviour hath told us, and what is evident from the nature of the thing, that If any man will do the will of God, he shall know of his Doctrine,
Had he added to his just apprehensions of Divine truths, a full purpose of mind to yield to their influence, he would not only have approach'd, but enter'd into the Kingdom.
Had he added to his just apprehensions of Divine truths, a full purpose of mind to yield to their influence, he would not only have approached, but entered into the Kingdom.
It may therefore be worth the while ••nquire once more, What Qualifications are requisite, both to the hearing and learning of the Father, and coming to the Son, which was the last particular I propos'd to be consider'd.
It may Therefore be worth the while ••nquire once more, What Qualifications Are requisite, both to the hearing and learning of the Father, and coming to the Son, which was the last particular I proposed to be considered.
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Now these are matters of the greatest Weight, and highest Concernment to us, and consequently such as require the most sedate temper of Mind in those who are conversant about them.
Now these Are matters of the greatest Weight, and highest Concernment to us, and consequently such as require the most sedate temper of Mind in those who Are conversant about them.
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'Tis remarkable, that when our blessed Saviour had in the Text mention'd hearing and learning of the Father, he adds in the very next words, Not that any man hath seen the Father, intimating thereby that we do not learn of God,
It's remarkable, that when our blessed Saviour had in the Text mentioned hearing and learning of the Father, he adds in the very next words, Not that any man hath seen the Father, intimating thereby that we do not Learn of God,
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by frequent retiring into our own Souls, exercising and consulting the best of our Faculties, those I mean of Understanding, and Reason, and Conscience;
by frequent retiring into our own Souls, exercising and consulting the best of our Faculties, those I mean of Understanding, and Reason, and Conscience;
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'tis by looking out for those who are wiser and better than our selves, and attending to what they shall impart to us of their knowledge in Divine matters;
it's by looking out for those who Are Wiser and better than our selves, and attending to what they shall impart to us of their knowledge in Divine matters;
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How then is it likely, that a man of a fantastical, airy and unthinking temper, should hear and learn of the Father, or come to the Son! 'Tis not in the least probable, that such an one should apply himself to the consideration of these serious Subjects,
How then is it likely, that a man of a fantastical, airy and unthinking temper, should hear and Learn of the Father, or come to the Son! It's not in the least probable, that such an one should apply himself to the consideration of these serious Subject's,
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They should remember that their Minds are finite and narrow, that their apprehensions of things are very imperfect at the best, that they are fallible,
They should Remember that their Minds Are finite and narrow, that their apprehensions of things Are very imperfect At the best, that they Are fallible,
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nay exceeding liable to be mistaken of themselves, and consequently do stand in need of the constant direction and guidance of the first and great Mind.
nay exceeding liable to be mistaken of themselves, and consequently do stand in need of the constant direction and guidance of the First and great Mind.
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They should consider farther, that they are altogether unworthy of such a favor, as to be taught of God, forasmuch as they cannot but be conscious of very great disorder in their Natures, too much indisposition to do,
They should Consider farther, that they Are altogether unworthy of such a favour, as to be taught of God, forasmuch as they cannot but be conscious of very great disorder in their Nature's, too much indisposition to do,
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For by this means they will be brought to acknowledge the reasonableness of those great duties, which natural Religion enjoyns, viz. submitting and resigning their Wills intirely to the Will of their Sovereign Lord;
For by this means they will be brought to acknowledge the reasonableness of those great duties, which natural Religion enjoins, viz. submitting and resigning their Wills entirely to the Will of their Sovereign Lord;
as also demeaning themselves towards other men with a regard due to those of the same nature with themselves, however they may differ from them in some accident respects.
as also demeaning themselves towards other men with a regard due to those of the same nature with themselves, however they may differ from them in Some accident respects.
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And by the same means they will be dispos'd also to come to the Son of God, whose Institution lays before us abundance of humbling considerations, drawn from the weakness and corruption of humane Nature,
And by the same means they will be disposed also to come to the Son of God, whose Institution lays before us abundance of humbling considerations, drawn from the weakness and corruption of humane Nature,
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and gives us in charge such Precepts as cannot possibly consist with pride or haughtiness of spirit, such as condescending to those of the lowest rank for their good, bearing affronts, forgiving injuries, returning good for evil, and the like;
and gives us in charge such Precepts as cannot possibly consist with pride or haughtiness of Spirit, such as condescending to those of the lowest rank for their good, bearing affronts, forgiving injuries, returning good for evil, and the like;
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upon which account our Lord saw it fit to forewarn those that pretended to be his Disciples, that one necessary condition of being so, was to humble themselves, and become as little children.
upon which account our Lord saw it fit to forewarn those that pretended to be his Disciples, that one necessary condition of being so, was to humble themselves, and become as little children.
Nay farther, this Humility will dispose those who are endued with it, to allow, that God may possibly reveal to us some Truths of concernment and use, which we could not have found out our selves,
Nay farther, this Humility will dispose those who Are endued with it, to allow, that God may possibly reveal to us Some Truths of concernment and use, which we could not have found out our selves,
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as well as he may oblige us to some Duties, which may lie cross to certain inclinations and propensions that we may have contracted, which duties may notwithstanding be very reasonable in themselves and good for us.
as well as he may oblige us to Some Duties, which may lie cross to certain inclinations and propensions that we may have contracted, which duties may notwithstanding be very reasonable in themselves and good for us.
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and particularly a being so far dis-entangled from sensual and worldly inclinations, that the mind may be tolerably at liberty in it's searches after truth, having no strong byas upon it to incline it the wrong way, nothing whereby the Understanding must be unavoidably blinded, or the judgment distorted.
and particularly a being so Far disentangled from sensual and worldly inclinations, that the mind may be tolerably At liberty in it's Searches After truth, having no strong bias upon it to incline it the wrong Way, nothing whereby the Understanding must be avoidable blinded, or the judgement distorted.
so the design of true Religion is to render us like to him, and consequently to refine and purifie our Spirits, by raising us above the things of sense and this present life.
so the Design of true Religion is to render us like to him, and consequently to refine and purify our Spirits, by raising us above the things of sense and this present life.
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but still this must be own'd, that by how much the more sensual or worldly-minded any man is, by so much the more he is in danger of having his Understanding byas'd in his enquiries after the truths of Religion.
but still this must be owned, that by how much the more sensual or worldly-minded any man is, by so much the more he is in danger of having his Understanding biased in his Enquiries After the truths of Religion.
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Besides, that as in the former instances, so here also, it cannot be expected that the Holy Spirit of God, by whom the minds of all good men are illuminated and assisted in their searches after divine knowledge, should co-habit or co-operate with a soul grosly impure and vitious.
Beside, that as in the former instances, so Here also, it cannot be expected that the Holy Spirit of God, by whom the minds of all good men Are illuminated and assisted in their Searches After divine knowledge, should cohabit or cooperate with a soul grossly impure and vicious.
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That whosoever will take upon him to judge of the truth of reveal'd Religion, or that which pretends to be so, ought to be a man, who has first well consider'd,
That whosoever will take upon him to judge of the truth of revealed Religion, or that which pretends to be so, ought to be a man, who has First well considered,
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and for want of them hath not been taught of God, shall yet take upon him to deny the truth of the Christian Religion, he is to be neglected as one that is no competent Judge in this dispute.
and for want of them hath not been taught of God, shall yet take upon him to deny the truth of the Christian Religion, he is to be neglected as one that is no competent Judge in this dispute.
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'Tis therefore remarkable what I hinted in the beginning of this discourse, that our blessed Saviour doth upon all occasions ascribe the unbelief of his Hearers to the indisposition of their tempers, to their pride and vain-glory, their sensuality and love of the present World, their ignorance of God and of the nature of Religion in general, to their affected blindness,
It's Therefore remarkable what I hinted in the beginning of this discourse, that our blessed Saviour does upon all occasions ascribe the unbelief of his Hearers to the indisposition of their tempers, to their pride and vainglory, their sensuality and love of the present World, their ignorance of God and of the nature of Religion in general, to their affected blindness,
And in like manner, if Infidelity has prevail'd in a high degree in the Age and Nation in which we live, we may by a very little observation find out the true grounds and reasons of it.
And in like manner, if Infidelity has prevailed in a high degree in the Age and nation in which we live, we may by a very little observation find out the true grounds and Reasons of it.
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but yet being throughly vitious, violently addicted to the gratifying their sensual Inclinations, or deeply engag'd in the love and pursuit of this vain World, however serious and compos'd they may sometimes be,
but yet being thoroughly vicious, violently addicted to the gratifying their sensual Inclinations, or deeply engaged in the love and pursuit of this vain World, however serious and composed they may sometime be,
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as creating uneasiness to their Minds, disturbing and interrupting them in their Enjoyments, and raising continual scruples and doubts and fears within them.
as creating uneasiness to their Minds, disturbing and interrupting them in their Enjoyments, and raising continual scruples and doubts and fears within them.
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and scornful way of treating reveal'd Religion, discover such a degree of haughtiness and self-conceit, such a vain opinion of their own Understandings and ways of thinking,
and scornful Way of treating revealed Religion, discover such a degree of haughtiness and self-conceit, such a vain opinion of their own Understandings and ways of thinking,
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and was not only so honest as to own this his Conviction upon all occasions, but endeavour'd also to make what reparation he could to the honour of our Lord,
and was not only so honest as to own this his Conviction upon all occasions, but endeavoured also to make what reparation he could to the honour of our Lord,
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or his Followers, had been the Effect of Ignorance and Ʋnbelief; nay, he verily thought with himself that he ought to do what he did, being strongly prejudiced from the Principles he had imbib'd by his Education.
or his Followers, had been the Effect of Ignorance and Ʋnbelief; nay, he verily Thought with himself that he ought to do what he did, being strongly prejudiced from the Principles he had imbibed by his Education.
His Conscience indeed had been grosly misinform'd, with respect to the m•tter of Christianity, and in that respect not good; but what he means is, that he acted according to his then present Perswasion;
His Conscience indeed had been grossly misinformed, with respect to the m•tter of Christianity, and in that respect not good; but what he means is, that he acted according to his then present Persuasion;
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because he did it ignorantly, in unbelief; which I take notice of partly as an Admonition to all of us, to beware how we indulge any kind of Prejudices, whereby our Judgments may be byassed in our Inquiries after Truth;
Because he did it ignorantly, in unbelief; which I take notice of partly as an Admonition to all of us, to beware how we indulge any kind of Prejudices, whereby our Judgments may be biased in our Inquiries After Truth;
but especially I mention this as a serious Warning to such, as shall in any degree act against their Consciences, those who knowingly and wilfully allow themselves in any Vice, presuming to contradict the plain Rules of Natural Religion,
but especially I mention this as a serious Warning to such, as shall in any degree act against their Consciences, those who knowingly and wilfully allow themselves in any Vice, presuming to contradict the plain Rules of Natural Religion,
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Had St. Paul done thus in his state of Judaism, we have reason to conclude, from what he says of himself, that in all likelyhood he had not obtain'd that Mercy, whereby he became a Christian. But to proceed.
Had Saint Paul done thus in his state of Judaism, we have reason to conclude, from what he Says of himself, that in all likelihood he had not obtained that Mercy, whereby he became a Christian. But to proceed.
and being by that means thorowly convinc'd of his former Error, and of the Truth of Christianity, he had from that time forward a very warm sense of the Goodness and Mercy of God, both to himself in particular,
and being by that means thoroughly convinced of his former Error, and of the Truth of Christianity, he had from that time forward a very warm sense of the goodness and Mercy of God, both to himself in particular,
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and to Sinners in general, in appointing this admirable Method for our Salvation, which he expresseth very emphatically in the words of my Text, This is a faithful saying,
and to Sinners in general, in appointing this admirable Method for our Salvation, which he Expresses very emphatically in the words of my Text, This is a faithful saying,
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and of the wretchedness of our state consider'd as Sinners, as our Apostle was, we should have the very same apprehensions concerning the Salvation offer'd to us by Jesus Christ, which he had.
and of the wretchedness of our state considered as Sinners, as our Apostle was, we should have the very same apprehensions Concerning the Salvation offered to us by jesus christ, which he had.
but 'tis moreover what we ought to receive with all readiness and thankfulness, admiring and adoring the divine Goodness therein exprest towards the Children of Men,
but it's moreover what we ought to receive with all readiness and thankfulness, admiring and adoring the divine goodness therein expressed towards the Children of Men,
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and congratulating one with another upon account of the Benefits we receive thereby, entertaining what God hath thus reveal'd to us with most grateful and joyful hearts.
and congratulating one with Another upon account of the Benefits we receive thereby, entertaining what God hath thus revealed to us with most grateful and joyful hearts.
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and which is the summe of the Christian Revelation, that the only-begotten Son of God appear'd in Humane Nature, in order to the saving the apostate Children of Men;
and which is the sum of the Christian Revelation, that the only-begotten Son of God appeared in Humane Nature, in order to the Saving the apostate Children of Men;
that is, to the delivering them from the guilt and the power of their Sins, and the confering upon them all that Happiness which their Nature is capable of.
that is, to the delivering them from the guilt and the power of their Sins, and the conferring upon them all that Happiness which their Nature is capable of.
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My business in treating on this Argument will be, by God's assistance, to make good this Assertion, by such Evidence as is fit to be offer'd to one who antecedently believes the Being of God,
My business in treating on this Argument will be, by God's assistance, to make good this Assertion, by such Evidence as is fit to be offered to one who antecedently believes the Being of God,
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Now the Truth of this saying, and its Worthiness to be receiv'd by us must appear, either by the intrinsick Evidence which it carries along with it, I mean the Credibility of the thing it self:
Now the Truth of this saying, and its Worthiness to be received by us must appear, either by the intrinsic Evidence which it carries along with it, I mean the Credibility of the thing it self:
'tis also sufficiently attested from without, which still increases its Credibility. The Attestation it hath receiv'd from without, viz. from Prophecies compar'd with Events;
it's also sufficiently attested from without, which still increases its Credibility. The Attestation it hath received from without, viz. from Prophecies compared with Events;
and may therefore require something more than their meer internal Evidence, at least at first, to awaken Men to a thorow and impartial Consideration of them.
and may Therefore require something more than their mere internal Evidence, At least At First, to awaken Men to a thorough and impartial Consideration of them.
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But yet forasmuch as I am verily perswaded, that God never did, and that he is so Good, that he never will or can give any external Attestation to what directly contradicts the Faculties he hath given us by Nature,
But yet forasmuch as I am verily persuaded, that God never did, and that he is so Good, that he never will or can give any external Attestation to what directly contradicts the Faculties he hath given us by Nature,
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nay not to any thing, but what if thorowly and impartially consider'd will in the main appear in its own nature reasonable and credible, I shall therefore begin with the intrinsick Evidence of the Assertion in our Text, shewing from the Nature and Reason of what is here affirm'd, that it is a credible Saying, every way worthy of God,
nay not to any thing, but what if thoroughly and impartially considered will in the main appear in its own nature reasonable and credible, I shall Therefore begin with the intrinsic Evidence of the Assertion in our Text, showing from the Nature and Reason of what is Here affirmed, that it is a credible Saying, every Way worthy of God,
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The last of these will take up a considerable part of my following Lectures, wherein I shall indeavour to shew the admirable contrivance and suitableness of this Method of our Salvation.
The last of these will take up a considerable part of my following Lectures, wherein I shall endeavour to show the admirable contrivance and suitableness of this Method of our Salvation.
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Now I think it may very much conduce to our present Design, to shew that these Creatures were really fit Objects of that exceeding great Concern and Tenderness express'd towards them by their Maker, through his Son Jesus Christ;
Now I think it may very much conduce to our present Design, to show that these Creatures were really fit Objects of that exceeding great Concern and Tenderness expressed towards them by their Maker, through his Son jesus christ;
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that considering their original Constitution, together with the manner and the effect of their falling from it, it was highly becoming the good God thus to appear in their behalf.
that considering their original Constitution, together with the manner and the Effect of their falling from it, it was highly becoming the good God thus to appear in their behalf.
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It must be acknowledg'd, and why should we be shy of owning it? Nay we Christians justly glory in it, that the Method of our Salvation by the Gospel is the most surprizing thing that falls within the compass of humane thought.
It must be acknowledged, and why should we be shy of owning it? Nay we Christians justly glory in it, that the Method of our Salvation by the Gospel is the most surprising thing that falls within the compass of humane Thought.
'Tis what, before its Revelation, Eye had not seen, nor Ear heard, neither had it enter'd into the Heart of Man. 'Tis what the Prophets, before our Lord's Incarnation, inquir'd and search'd diligently into.
It's what, before its Revelation, Eye had not seen, nor Ear herd, neither had it entered into the Heart of Man. It's what the prophets, before our Lord's Incarnation, inquired and searched diligently into.
'Tis what the meer natural Man doth not receive, and is not at all dispos'd to know; nay what he is apt to account foolishness. 'Tis what even to the Saints, or real Christians, hath its breadth and length, and depth and heigth, expressing and testifying a Love which passeth knowledge.
It's what the mere natural Man does not receive, and is not At all disposed to know; nay what he is apt to account foolishness. It's what even to the Saints, or real Christians, hath its breadth and length, and depth and heighth, expressing and testifying a Love which passes knowledge.
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The truth is, there is nothing which at first view renders Christianity so incredible, as the boundless and unconceivable Condescension and Love of God exprest thereby.
The truth is, there is nothing which At First view renders Christianity so incredible, as the boundless and unconceivable Condescension and Love of God expressed thereby.
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if we call to mind what he himself hath told us in his Word, and what our own Reason readily subscribes to, that like as a Father pi•yeth his Children,
if we call to mind what he himself hath told us in his Word, and what our own Reason readily subscribes to, that like as a Father pi•yeth his Children,
if we take in all that is proper to be thought of upon this Argument, both concerning God and Man, we shall then be forc'd to acknowledge, that Sinners were a proper Object of the Divine Care and Compassion in this extraordin•ry manner.
if we take in all that is proper to be Thought of upon this Argument, both Concerning God and Man, we shall then be forced to acknowledge, that Sinners were a proper Object of the Divine Care and Compassion in this extraordin•ry manner.
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because he is Good, and taketh pleasure in doing Good; and the very same motive which induced him to make any Creature, must in all Reason be suppos'd to prevail with him, to take care of it according to the Nature he hath given it.
Because he is Good, and Takes pleasure in doing Good; and the very same motive which induced him to make any Creature, must in all Reason be supposed to prevail with him, to take care of it according to the Nature he hath given it.
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but with respect to their Souls, they are made a little lower than the Angels, being created in the Image, and after the likeness of God, as Moses expresseth it.
but with respect to their Souls, they Are made a little lower than the Angels, being created in the Image, and After the likeness of God, as Moses Expresses it.
They discern the Spirits of other Men through the veil of their Bodies, and find out and contemplate an unknown and innumerable number of Spiritual Natures, till at last they ascend to God himself, that infinite Spirit, who was the Maker and is the Preserver of all.
They discern the Spirits of other Men through the veil of their Bodies, and find out and contemplate an unknown and innumerable number of Spiritual Nature's, till At last they ascend to God himself, that infinite Spirit, who was the Maker and is the Preserver of all.
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That natural regard to God, and looking towards him upon all Emergencies, that approbation of Justice and Kindness between Man and Man, especially that gratitude for benefits receiv'd,
That natural regard to God, and looking towards him upon all Emergencies, that approbation of justice and Kindness between Man and Man, especially that gratitude for benefits received,
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and unavoidable commiseration towards miserable Objects, which are to be found in most Men, not debauch'd in a more than common degree, are plain and undeniable Instances of this kind, which will not be controverted by those to whom I am offering these Considerations,
and unavoidable commiseration towards miserable Objects, which Are to be found in most Men, not debauched in a more than Common degree, Are plain and undeniable Instances of this kind, which will not be controverted by those to whom I am offering these Considerations,
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For which reason it is, that the Consciences of Men do so naturally and universally either accuse or excuse them, according as they contradict or comply with, not barely the reasonings,
For which reason it is, that the Consciences of Men do so naturally and universally either accuse or excuse them, according as they contradict or comply with, not barely the reasonings,
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which inclinations and propensions, had they been cherish'd and improv'd, as they might and ought to have been, would have fully discover'd the dignity of Humane Nature,
which inclinations and propensions, had they been cherished and improved, as they might and ought to have been, would have Fully discovered the dignity of Humane Nature,
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As it is a Power of freely choosing that which is good, and as freely pursuing that choice, it must be thankfully acknowledg'd to the praise of our bountiful Creator, that it is a Perfection,
As it is a Power of freely choosing that which is good, and as freely pursuing that choice, it must be thankfully acknowledged to the praise of our bountiful Creator, that it is a Perfection,
But this may suffice to shew the dignity of the Humane Soul with respect to its Liberty, that it is made capable of choosing and acting freely by the same Rules by which God himself chooseth and acteth.
But this may suffice to show the dignity of the Humane Soul with respect to its Liberty, that it is made capable of choosing and acting freely by the same Rules by which God himself chooses and Acts.
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And had Men always acted, according to the design of their Beings, the excellency of their Nature would have plainly appear'd in a whole world of intelligent and reasonable Agents, exercising all the Faculties before-mention'd regularly and orderly;
And had Men always acted, according to the Design of their Beings, the excellency of their Nature would have plainly appeared in a Whole world of intelligent and reasonable Agents, exercising all the Faculties beforementioned regularly and orderly;
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living in perfect Amity one with another; discharging readily all the Offices of Beneficence; performing and enjoying all the Benefits and Pleasures of mutual Society;
living in perfect Amity one with Another; discharging readily all the Offices of Beneficence; performing and enjoying all the Benefits and Pleasures of mutual Society;
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I mention their translation to some other Regions, because all those Powers of Soul which I have been discoursing of, imply nothing but what is immaterial and spiritual, and consequently immortal;
I mention their Translation to Some other Regions, Because all those Powers of Soul which I have been discoursing of, imply nothing but what is immaterial and spiritual, and consequently immortal;
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and if they are fallen, of the Divine Compassion also, supposing any of them capable of a Recovery from their lapsed Estate? Will it not appear very worthy of the infinitely good God, to concern himself in some extraordinary way,
and if they Are fallen, of the Divine Compassion also, supposing any of them capable of a Recovery from their lapsed Estate? Will it not appear very worthy of the infinitely good God, to concern himself in Some extraordinary Way,
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for the restoration and salvation of Beings, whom he had form'd after this excellent manner, to whom he had imparted so many of his own Perfections in such a degree,
for the restoration and salvation of Beings, whom he had formed After this excellent manner, to whom he had imparted so many of his own Perfections in such a degree,
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as they are in their fallen state, Sinners, as our Text calls them, and see whether under that denomination also, they are not proper Objects of the Divine Compassion,
as they Are in their fallen state, Sinners, as our Text calls them, and see whither under that denomination also, they Are not proper Objects of the Divine Compassion,
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The Method of our Salvation by Jesus Christ is so contrived (as I hope to shew hereafter) as not only to testifie the Compassion of God towards Sinners;
The Method of our Salvation by jesus christ is so contrived (as I hope to show hereafter) as not only to testify the Compassion of God towards Sinners;
I doubt not but those, who undervalue our blessed Saviour's Undertaking for the recovery of Sinners, have at the same time very slight apprehensions of the evil of Sin. They are apt to account it a matter of no great consideration or consequence,
I doubt not but those, who undervalue our blessed Saviour's Undertaking for the recovery of Sinners, have At the same time very slight apprehensions of the evil of Sin. They Are apt to account it a matter of no great consideration or consequence,
Doth not every ingenuous and well-disposed Mind severely censure and detest the untoward behaviour of a graceless Child towards a wise and tender Parent? The unworthy carriage of a rebellious Subject, towards a just and kind Prince, one who is truly the Father of his Country? Especially when the Rebel not only dishonours his Superiors,
Does not every ingenuous and well-disposed Mind severely censure and detest the untoward behaviour of a graceless Child towards a wise and tender Parent? The unworthy carriage of a rebellious Subject, towards a just and kind Prince, one who is truly the Father of his Country? Especially when the Rebel not only dishonours his Superiors,
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but at the same time disturbs the Peace and good Order of the whole Community? Do not all Men of good sense and honest disposition abhor him who shall make spightful or ungrateful returns to a Benefactor,
but At the same time disturbs the Peace and good Order of the Whole Community? Do not all Men of good sense and honest disposition abhor him who shall make spiteful or ungrateful returns to a Benefactor,
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or a Friend, to whom he has been extremely beholden? Who is there that does not despise the Man that degrades and vilifies himself, by doing things altogether unworthy of his Birth, and Education, or Profession?
or a Friend, to whom he has been extremely beholden? Who is there that does not despise the Man that degrades and vilifies himself, by doing things altogether unworthy of his Birth, and Education, or Profession?
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And is it not credible then, that so holy and good a Being as God is, should be inclin'd to save such of his Creatures as are capable of Salvation, from so great an Evil? and that he should effect it in such a way,
And is it not credible then, that so holy and good a Being as God is, should be inclined to save such of his Creatures as Are capable of Salvation, from so great an Evil? and that he should Effect it in such a Way,
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A Man has no sooner consented to Iniquity, but he is naturally fill'd with great uneasiness of Mind, arising from Shame and Fear, from a consciousness of having done an unworthy act,
A Man has no sooner consented to Iniquity, but he is naturally filled with great uneasiness of Mind, arising from Shame and fear, from a consciousness of having done an unworthy act,
the Appetites and Passions, which were made to be rul'd, having once broke loose from the Government they were plac'd under, are apt thence-forward to become impetuous and arbitrary;
the Appetites and Passion, which were made to be ruled, having once broke lose from the Government they were placed under, Are apt thenceforward to become impetuous and arbitrary;
and Reason, and Conscience directing and leading him one way, whilst his Appetites and Passions hurry him the other, the Law in his Members warring against the Law in his Mind, and for the most part bringing him into Captivity; he neither approving what he does,
and Reason, and Conscience directing and leading him one Way, while his Appetites and Passion hurry him the other, the Law in his Members warring against the Law in his Mind, and for the most part bringing him into Captivity; he neither approving what he does,
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This is livelily represented by Moses, in the case of our first Parents, who immediately upon their disobeying the Command of God, hid themselves from his face, being asham'd and afraid to see or hear of him, whom just before they had convers'd with to their great satisfaction and comfort.
This is livelily represented by Moses, in the case of our First Parents, who immediately upon their disobeying the Command of God, hid themselves from his face, being ashamed and afraid to see or hear of him, whom just before they had conversed with to their great satisfaction and Comfort.
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even in this World hath made us sensible of his displeasure, by the many Evils we are necessarily expos'd to, during a short Life, such as Disappointments, Wants, Sickness, Pain, Sorrows and Miseries of various kinds;
even in this World hath made us sensible of his displeasure, by the many Evils we Are necessarily exposed to, during a short Life, such as Disappointments, Wants, Sickness, Pain, Sorrows and Misery's of various Kinds;
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And besides all this, the Soul (as I took notice before) being apprehensive of its own Spiritual and Immortal Nature, cannot but forebode the perpetual continuance of its present infelicity, with the additiono f it knows not what Evils in some future state of things, the very forethought of which must be very terrible to it even in this Life.
And beside all this, the Soul (as I took notice before) being apprehensive of its own Spiritual and Immortal Nature, cannot but forebode the perpetual Continuance of its present infelicity, with the additiono f it knows not what Evils in Some future state of things, the very forethought of which must be very terrible to it even in this Life.
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From that time forward Wickedness of all sorts increas'd apace, till it seem'd good to Almighty God to cut off at once the whole race of Mankind, excepting Noah and his Family, declaring this as the reason of his severe proceeding, that God saw, that the wickedness of Man was great in the Earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually.
From that time forward Wickedness of all sorts increased apace, till it seemed good to Almighty God to Cut off At once the Whole raze of Mankind, excepting Noah and his Family, declaring this as the reason of his severe proceeding, that God saw, that the wickedness of Man was great in the Earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually.
In the sequel of that History we find that soon after the Flood, the World was again corrupted in a prodigious manner, in so much that in the time of Abraham, within little more than Four Hundred Years, Idolatry had spread it self so universally,
In the sequel of that History we find that soon After the Flood, the World was again corrupted in a prodigious manner, in so much that in the time of Abraham, within little more than Four Hundred years, Idolatry had spread it self so universally,
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as to have infected even the Family of Shem, so that God thought fit to call forth Abraham from his Country and his Kindred, in order to the preserving him and his Posterity in the Worship of the one true God, the Maker of Heaven and Earth.
as to have infected even the Family of Shem, so that God Thought fit to call forth Abraham from his Country and his Kindred, in order to the preserving him and his Posterity in the Worship of the one true God, the Maker of Heaven and Earth.
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If, laying aside the History of Moses, we should consider the state of Mankind, according to all other accounts given of it, it will still come to the same issue,
If, laying aside the History of Moses, we should Consider the state of Mankind, according to all other accounts given of it, it will still come to the same issue,
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The representation which St. Paul makes of the Pagan World, was undoubtedly true, that they were become vain in their imaginations, having their foolish hearts darken'd;
The representation which Saint Paul makes of the Pagan World, was undoubtedly true, that they were become vain in their Imaginations, having their foolish hearts darkened;
And what after this could be expected, but that as we are again told in the place before-cited, they should fall into the most unnatural and brutal Lusts also? For this cause, says he, namely their having thus forsaken God, he gave them up to vile affections, &c. We cannot better describe them,
And what After this could be expected, but that as we Are again told in the place before-cited, they should fallen into the most unnatural and brutal Lustiest also? For this cause, Says he, namely their having thus forsaken God, he gave them up to vile affections, etc. We cannot better describe them,
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They walk'd in the vanity of their mind, having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them,
They walked in the vanity of their mind, having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them,
They were, as he elsewhere says, foolish, disobedient, deceived; not only serving divers lusts and pleasures, but moroeover, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another.
They were, as he elsewhere Says, foolish, disobedient, deceived; not only serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, but moroeover, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one Another.
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There was, it's true, a small Body of Men, the Jews I mean, whom God had by an extraordinary Providence taken out of the mass of Mankind, in order to instruct and educate them in better manner.
There was, it's true, a small Body of Men, the jews I mean, whom God had by an extraordinary Providence taken out of the mass of Mankind, in order to instruct and educate them in better manner.
and when after a tedious Captivity they were at last cur'd of their Idolatry, yet after all they generally attain'd to but very mean apprehensions either of God,
and when After a tedious Captivity they were At last cured of their Idolatry, yet After all they generally attained to but very mean apprehensions either of God,
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in so much that when our Saviour appear'd amongst them, he found the greater part of them as indispos'd to receive him and his Doctrine, as the Gentiles themselves were.
in so much that when our Saviour appeared among them, he found the greater part of them as indisposed to receive him and his Doctrine, as the Gentiles themselves were.
'Tis true, God had not left Mankind, not the rest of the World, much less the Jews, without various means proper for the preserving of them from these Corruptions.
It's true, God had not left Mankind, not the rest of the World, much less the jews, without various means proper for the preserving of them from these Corruptions.
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But this was still an aggravation of their Misery, that all the Methods of Divine Providence for their good had been frustrated and render'd ineffectual by them.
But this was still an aggravation of their Misery, that all the Methods of Divine Providence for their good had been frustrated and rendered ineffectual by them.
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and behold the great Enemy both of himself and his Creation, thus insulting and triumphing; the most excellent Creature he had in this lower Region thus abus'd and spoil'd;
and behold the great Enemy both of himself and his Creation, thus insulting and triumphing; the most excellent Creature he had in this lower Region thus abused and spoiled;
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That our first Parents were set upon, whilst they were as yet unexperienc'd, by a subtil and malicious Enemy, who made his attacks first upon the weaker Sex,
That our First Parents were Set upon, while they were as yet unexperienced, by a subtle and malicious Enemy, who made his attacks First upon the Weaker Sex,
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and by her prevail'd upon the Man, inveigling them by a sly and false Suggestion, artificially represented, making use of their sensitive Powers to bafflle their intellectual, imposing upon their Understandings by craft and confidence,
and by her prevailed upon the Man, inveigling them by a sly and false Suggestion, artificially represented, making use of their sensitive Powers to baffle their intellectual, imposing upon their Understandings by craft and confidence,
and perswading them on a sudden, without consulting either God or their own Reason, to do a rash and dangerous Act, by which they expos'd both themselves and their Posterity to all the evil consequences, which either naturally or judicially follow'd.
and persuading them on a sudden, without consulting either God or their own Reason, to do a rash and dangerous Act, by which they exposed both themselves and their Posterity to all the evil consequences, which either naturally or judicially followed.
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But waving this (though without considering it as a Divine Revelation, it is most reasonable to suppose that the general Corruption of Humane Nature began in some such way) waving this I say,
But waving this (though without considering it as a Divine Revelation, it is most reasonable to suppose that the general Corruption of Humane Nature began in Some such Way) waving this I say,
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For although Man was without Question made upright, yet being endued with Liberty, he must at the very best, (as I before observ'd) be fallible and mutable.
For although Man was without Question made upright, yet being endued with Liberty, he must At the very best, (as I before observed) be fallible and mutable.
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and had those who first consented to Iniquity done but thus much, 'tis very reasonable to believe, that the God who made them, would have afforded them his assistance.
and had those who First consented to Iniquity done but thus much, it's very reasonable to believe, that the God who made them, would have afforded them his assistance.
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Nay (as I hope to shew in the progress of these Discourses) even now, under all the disadvantages we are born into the World and brought up with, God hath made such provision through Jesus Christ, that nothing but a wilful and unaccountable neglect of God can ruin us.
Nay (as I hope to show in the progress of these Discourses) even now, under all the disadvantages we Are born into the World and brought up with, God hath made such provision through jesus christ, that nothing but a wilful and unaccountable neglect of God can ruin us.
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Here began the Apostacy and the Misery of Mankind, and in the same way they are still continued, viz. in Mens neglecting to depend upon and look up to that God who never forsakes any of his Creatures, till they first forsake him.
Here began the Apostasy and the Misery of Mankind, and in the same Way they Are still continued, viz. in Men's neglecting to depend upon and look up to that God who never forsakes any of his Creatures, till they First forsake him.
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For if Sinners be such Creatures as I have represented them, both before and since their Apostacy, it cannot but be credible, that he who made them should appoint some way for their Recovery.
For if Sinners be such Creatures as I have represented them, both before and since their Apostasy, it cannot but be credible, that he who made them should appoint Some Way for their Recovery.
how comes it to pass, that so small a part of Mankind have receiv'd benefit even from the Christian Revelation? This Difficulty I would have consider'd in this Lecture,
how comes it to pass, that so small a part of Mankind have received benefit even from the Christian Revelation? This Difficulty I would have considered in this Lecture,
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but assign it some fit place, if God please, before my Lectures are finish'd, intending in my next, to proceed in considering the nature of that Salvation, which our Saviour hath wrought out for us,
but assign it Some fit place, if God please, before my Lectures Are finished, intending in my next, to proceed in considering the nature of that Salvation, which our Saviour hath wrought out for us,
IN treating on these Words, I propos'd, by God's Assistance, to make good the Apostle's assertion, viz. that the Saying mention'd by him is both certainly true,
IN treating on these Words, I proposed, by God's Assistance, to make good the Apostle's assertion, viz. that the Saying mentioned by him is both Certainly true,
I began with its intrinsick Evidence, viz. its credibility from its manifest agreeableness to those Notions which we naturally have concerning God and our selves.
I began with its intrinsic Evidence, viz. its credibility from its manifest agreeableness to those Notions which we naturally have Concerning God and our selves.
The first of these I have dispatch'd, shewing, that the Persons, whom Christ Jesus came into the VVorld to save, were both Men and Sinners, under each of which denominations, I endeavour'd to make it appear, that they were fit Objects of the Divine Care and Compassion to be exercised in some extraordinary manner.
The First of these I have dispatched, showing, that the Persons, whom christ jesus Come into the World to save, were both Men and Sinners, under each of which denominations, I endeavoured to make it appear, that they were fit Objects of the Divine Care and Compassion to be exercised in Some extraordinary manner.
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I proceed now to consider in the second place, what kind of Salvation Christ Jesus proposeth to these Creatures, concerning which I shall not need to add much,
I proceed now to Consider in the second place, what kind of Salvation christ jesus Proposeth to these Creatures, Concerning which I shall not need to add much,
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For by a little reflection upon the condition of Sinners, 'twill be easie to discern, what kind of Salvation they stood in need of, which is the very same, which our Saviour hath propos'd to us in his Gospel, his design in coming into the World being to provide for the necessities of fallen Men;
For by a little reflection upon the condition of Sinners, it'll be easy to discern, what kind of Salvation they stood in need of, which is the very same, which our Saviour hath proposed to us in his Gospel, his Design in coming into the World being to provide for the necessities of fallen Men;
together with a complete Restoration of them to the Divine favour, and giving them a Title to all those Blessings which are proper for humane Nature, when accepted of God;
together with a complete Restoration of them to the Divine favour, and giving them a Title to all those Blessings which Are proper for humane Nature, when accepted of God;
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in the setting them free from all that disorder and irregularity which had been introduc'd into the several Faculties of their Souls, together with the dissatisfaction and uneasiness of Mind which necessarily follow'd,
in the setting them free from all that disorder and irregularity which had been introduced into the several Faculties of their Souls, together with the dissatisfaction and uneasiness of Mind which necessarily followed,
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as also from those inconveniencies and miseries to which their Bodies likewise were expos'd, either as a consequence or a punishment of the corruption of their Minds;
as also from those inconveniences and misery's to which their Bodies likewise were exposed, either as a consequence or a punishment of the corruption of their Minds;
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in restoring perfectly that frame and temper of Spirit, which is natural to an intelligent and reasonable Creature, together with that healthful and vigorous state of Body, that sound constitution of the whole Man, which would have been the Effect or the Reward of Innocency and Integrity.
in restoring perfectly that frame and temper of Spirit, which is natural to an intelligent and reasonable Creature, together with that healthful and vigorous state of Body, that found constitution of the Whole Man, which would have been the Effect or the Reward of Innocency and Integrity.
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and that the consequence of this will be a Renovation of this part of the World, which has been so miserably disorder'd by the Sins of Men, a Restitution of whatsoever has been decay'd in it, the expelling sin and misery out of it, the subduing and confining the great Enemy of God and Man, who has so long usurp'd dominion over it, the delivering the Creature it self, even this whole lower Creation, from that vanity and bondage of Corruption, to which it is at present subjected, and under which it groans and travelleth in pain, into a glorious Liberty; in a word, the creating New Heavens and a New Earth, wherein nothing but Righteousness shall dwell; and finally the complete and everlasting happiness of an innumerable company of intelligent and reasonable Creatures, who by the craft of their subtile Enemy,
and that the consequence of this will be a Renovation of this part of the World, which has been so miserably disordered by the Sins of Men, a Restitution of whatsoever has been decayed in it, the expelling since and misery out of it, the subduing and confining the great Enemy of God and Man, who has so long usurped dominion over it, the delivering the Creature it self, even this Whole lower Creation, from that vanity and bondage of Corruption, to which it is At present subjected, and under which it groans and travelleth in pain, into a glorious Liberty; in a word, the creating New Heavens and a New Earth, wherein nothing but Righteousness shall dwell; and finally the complete and everlasting happiness of an innumerable company of intelligent and reasonable Creatures, who by the craft of their subtle Enemy,
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Had the Christian Revelation told us, that Almighty God had sent his only-begotten Son from Heaven, only to secure to us the pleasures of the Elysian Fields,
Had the Christian Revelation told us, that Almighty God had sent his only-begotten Son from Heaven, only to secure to us the pleasures of the Elysian Fields,
But when on the contrary it assures us, that our Saviour came into the World with such noble and generous designs as these, to cause the displeasure of God to cease, to heal the diseases of immaterial and immortal Spirits, to repair the divine Image in them, to restore both them and the Tabernacles they sojourn'd in to their primitive Integrity and Soundness, to repair the ruins of Nature, to make the Beauties of the Creation in this lower World conspicuous, to destroy the Works of the Devil, to recover such of God's Creatures as should be found capable of a Recovery, to introduce and settle Everlasting Righteousness and Peace,
But when on the contrary it assures us, that our Saviour Come into the World with such noble and generous designs as these, to cause the displeasure of God to cease, to heal the diseases of immaterial and immortal Spirits, to repair the divine Image in them, to restore both them and the Tabernacles they sojourned in to their primitive Integrity and Soundness, to repair the ruins of Nature, to make the Beauty's of the Creation in this lower World conspicuous, to destroy the Works of the devil, to recover such of God's Creatures as should be found capable of a Recovery, to introduce and settle Everlasting Righteousness and Peace,
and his only-begotten Son, and at the same time so beneficial and grateful to humane Nature, that we have all the reason in the World to hearken to such a Revelation as this,
and his only-begotten Son, and At the same time so beneficial and grateful to humane Nature, that we have all the reason in the World to harken to such a Revelation as this,
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And this again renders the Saying in the Text still more credible, when we thus consider what kind of Salvation that is, which Christ Jesus offereth to Sinners.
And this again renders the Saying in the Text still more credible, when we thus Consider what kind of Salvation that is, which christ jesus Offereth to Sinners.
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But because the main stress, with respect to the intrinsick Evidence of this Saying, will lie upon what I have to offer upon the third general Head I proposed, I therefore proceed to that, designing to insist more largely and particularly upon it, viz. to consider in what way and manner Christ Jesus by his coming into the world hath wrought out this Salvation for Sinners.
But Because the main stress, with respect to the intrinsic Evidence of this Saying, will lie upon what I have to offer upon the third general Head I proposed, I Therefore proceed to that, designing to insist more largely and particularly upon it, viz. to Consider in what Way and manner christ jesus by his coming into the world hath wrought out this Salvation for Sinners.
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so well accommodated to our necessities and our reasonable desires, that I am verily perswaded, nothing but a want of understanding it can occasion any reasonable man to hesitate at the belief of it.
so well accommodated to our necessities and our reasonable Desires, that I am verily persuaded, nothing but a want of understanding it can occasion any reasonable man to hesitate At the belief of it.
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Even the least of his Works in Creation and Providence infinitely exceeds our Comprehension; and much more the wonders of our Redemption by Jesus Christ.
Even the least of his Works in Creation and Providence infinitely exceeds our Comprehension; and much more the wonders of our Redemption by jesus christ.
and may strongly incline us to believe the Divinity of this Revelation, even before we come to consider the external Attestation which it hath receiv'd from God.
and may strongly incline us to believe the Divinity of this Revelation, even before we come to Consider the external Attestation which it hath received from God.
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This therefore is next in order to be done, viz. to contemplate the Method in which Christ Jesus by his coming into the world saveth Sinners, and with Modesty and Reverence to inquire into the Way and Manner of our Salvation by the Gospel.
This Therefore is next in order to be done, viz. to contemplate the Method in which christ jesus by his coming into the world Saveth Sinners, and with Modesty and reverence to inquire into the Way and Manner of our Salvation by the Gospel.
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and therefore by considering what the Office of a Mediator is, and how our Lord executed that Office, we shall be the better able to understand the Method of our Salvation by him.
and Therefore by considering what the Office of a Mediator is, and how our Lord executed that Office, we shall be the better able to understand the Method of our Salvation by him.
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Those Persons, who in the Old Testament are mention'd as Types and Representatives of the Messiah, were divers of them a sort of Mediators between God and the People of Israel. Moses the great Lawgiver of the Jews was apparently a Figure of Christ in this respect;
Those Persons, who in the Old Testament Are mentioned as Types and Representatives of the Messiah, were diverse of them a sort of Mediators between God and the People of Israel. Moses the great Lawgiver of the jews was apparently a Figure of christ in this respect;
And therefore the Apostle gives him this Title, when he says, that the Law was ordain'd by Angels, in the hands of a Mediator, meaning Moses. The Levitical Priests were so many Types of our Lord,
And Therefore the Apostle gives him this Title, when he Says, that the Law was ordained by Angels, in the hands of a Mediator, meaning Moses. The Levitical Priests were so many Types of our Lord,
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when he went alone once every year into the second Tabernacle, or holy of holies, upon the great day of Expiation, not without bloud, which he offer'd not only for himself, but also for the errors of the People.
when he went alone once every year into the second Tabernacle, or holy of holies, upon the great day of Expiation, not without blood, which he offered not only for himself, but also for the errors of the People.
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As to the New Testament, it may seem superfluous to recite from thence any particular Proofs, that our Saviour acted as a Mediator between God and Men;
As to the New Testament, it may seem superfluous to recite from thence any particular Proofs, that our Saviour acted as a Mediator between God and Men;
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The Author to the Hebrews making a comparison between the High-Priests under the Law, and our great High-Priest under the Gospel, saith of him, that he hath obtain'd a more excellent Ministry than theirs, by how much also he is the Mediator of a better Covenant.
The Author to the Hebrews making a comparison between the High priests under the Law, and our great High-Priest under the Gospel, Says of him, that he hath obtained a more excellent Ministry than theirs, by how much also he is the Mediator of a better Covenant.
He calls him again more than once, the Mediator of the New Testament, or Covenant. And to add no more, St. Paul, though he does not there use the Word Mediator, yet he expresses the sense of it very emphatically, where he says, There is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things and we NONLATINALPHABET for, or to him:
He calls him again more than once, the Mediator of the New Testament, or Covenant. And to add no more, Saint Paul, though he does not there use the Word Mediator, yet he Expresses the sense of it very emphatically, where he Says, There is but one God, the Father, of whom Are all things and we for, or to him:
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and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we NONLATINALPHABET by him; in which words he evidently opposeth the one Lord or Mediator of Christians, to the many Lords, or Mediators of the Gentiles, mention'd in the preceding Verse;
and one Lord jesus christ, by whom Are all things, and we by him; in which words he evidently Opposeth the one Lord or Mediator of Christians, to the many lords, or Mediators of the Gentiles, mentioned in the preceding Verse;
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What the Office of a Mediator is, we all know, viz. to make up a difference between two Parties, and in order to that, equitably and impartially to consider the real Interests and the just pretensions on each side,
What the Office of a Mediator is, we all know, viz. to make up a difference between two Parties, and in order to that, equitably and impartially to Consider the real Interests and the just pretensions on each side,
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But before we come to consider the particular way and manner in which our great Mediator hath discharg'd this his Undertaking, it may not be amiss first to shew in the general, that it was perfectly agreeable both to the nature of God,
But before we come to Consider the particular Way and manner in which our great Mediator hath discharged this his Undertaking, it may not be amiss First to show in the general, that it was perfectly agreeable both to the nature of God,
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That this hath been the general Apprehension of Mankind, that it becomes us to approach to God by a Mediator, is fully evident from all the Records of antient and almost universal Practice.
That this hath been the general Apprehension of Mankind, that it becomes us to approach to God by a Mediator, is Fully evident from all the Records of ancient and almost universal Practice.
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Plutarch is very express to this purpose, where he mentions the NONLATINALPHABET, and he only makes it a Question, whether those who asserted this Doctrine deriv'd it from Zoroaster and the Magi, or from Orpheus and the Thracians, or whether it had an Egyptian or Phrygian original;
Plutarch is very express to this purpose, where he mentions the, and he only makes it a Question, whither those who asserted this Doctrine derived it from Zoroaster and the Magi, or from Orpheus and the Thracians, or whither it had an Egyptian or Phrygian original;
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As to the original of this Notion, and particularly whether it became so universal from a primitive Tradition, ever since the Promise made to our first Parents, of the seed of the woman, and the appointment of expiatory Sacrifices (as is probable) at the same time, I shall not venture to determine;
As to the original of this Notion, and particularly whither it became so universal from a primitive Tradition, ever since the Promise made to our First Parents, of the seed of the woman, and the appointment of expiatory Sacrifices (as is probable) At the same time, I shall not venture to determine;
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And although, if we had retain'd our Native Integrity, the consideration of the divine Goodness, and our own Innocency, might have embolden'd us to approach to him with freedom:
And although, if we had retained our Native Integrity, the consideration of the divine goodness, and our own Innocency, might have emboldened us to approach to him with freedom:
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and we cannot but wish that we could meet with some Person worthy and fit to mediate between him and us, who would be so kind as to offer us his Assistance,
and we cannot but wish that we could meet with Some Person worthy and fit to mediate between him and us, who would be so kind as to offer us his Assistance,
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This was that, (as I took notice in my former Lecture) which, according to the account of Moses, caus'd our first Parents to hide themselves from the face of God,
This was that, (as I took notice in my former Lecture) which, according to the account of Moses, caused our First Parents to hide themselves from the face of God,
For although, what I have before observ'd is true, viz. that 'tis both natural and reasonable to hope, that so good a Being as God is, would find out some way,
For although, what I have before observed is true, viz. that it's both natural and reasonable to hope, that so good a Being as God is, would find out Some Way,
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and the properest Method for attaining our end, that an Inferior, who has injured or disoblig'd his Superior, should attempt a Reconciliation, by the interposal of some third Person well known to them both.
and the properest Method for attaining our end, that an Inferior, who has injured or disobliged his Superior, should attempt a Reconciliation, by the interposal of Some third Person well known to them both.
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If a Child by gross Neglect or wilful Disobedience has incurr'd the displeasure of a Parent, notwithstanding his knowledge and experience of his Parents Affection and Tenderness, 'tis very natural for him to desire some good Friend, who has an Interest in his Parent,
If a Child by gross Neglect or wilful Disobedience has incurred the displeasure of a Parent, notwithstanding his knowledge and experience of his Parents Affection and Tenderness, it's very natural for him to desire Some good Friend, who has an Interest in his Parent,
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It doth right to the one, by rendering his Authority more awful for the future; as well as it relieves the other, by affording him assistance suitable to his distress, and agreeable to his wishes.
It does right to the one, by rendering his authority more awful for the future; as well as it relieves the other, by affording him assistance suitable to his distress, and agreeable to his wishes.
And if it be thus amongst Men, why should it not much more be thought a reasonable way of proceeding between the great and holy God, and his apostate Creatures;
And if it be thus among Men, why should it not much more be Thought a reasonable Way of proceeding between the great and holy God, and his apostate Creatures;
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Thus much I thought fit to premise with respect to this Method of our Salvation in the general, viz. to shew the agreeableness and fitness of our Saviour's susteining the Character of a Mediator, both with respect to God and Man.
Thus much I Thought fit to premise with respect to this Method of our Salvation in the general, viz. to show the agreeableness and fitness of our Saviour's sustaining the Character of a Mediator, both with respect to God and Man.
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and to evince, that upon this account also, This is a faithful Saying, &c. According to the account I have already given of the Office of a Mediator, there must be these two general Designs, which our Saviour must be suppos'd to have carried on in the Execution of it.
and to evince, that upon this account also, This is a faithful Saying, etc. According to the account I have already given of the Office of a Mediator, there must be these two general Designs, which our Saviour must be supposed to have carried on in the Execution of it.
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Almighty God, both as he is a Being infinitely greater than his Creatures, and as he was the Person offended, ought first to be consider'd in the Mediation, which was to be transacted;
Almighty God, both as he is a Being infinitely greater than his Creatures, and as he was the Person offended, ought First to be considered in the Mediation, which was to be transacted;
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and if any thing should be found necessary, or highly expedient to be done, in order to the giving him just Satisfaction in the case, this in all reason should be a principal part of the Mediator's care.
and if any thing should be found necessary, or highly expedient to be done, in order to the giving him just Satisfaction in the case, this in all reason should be a principal part of the Mediator's care.
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and for the future endeavour to behave himself better? And how can we suppose, that a God of infinite Goodness, should not take this as full Satisfaction from his Creature?
and for the future endeavour to behave himself better? And how can we suppose, that a God of infinite goodness, should not take this as full Satisfaction from his Creature?
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The Epithet Holy is frequently annexed to the sacred Name of God in Scripture, under which are comprehended all the Moral Perfections of the divine Nature, particularly his entire love of goodness,
The Epithet Holy is frequently annexed to the sacred Name of God in Scripture, under which Are comprehended all the Moral Perfections of the divine Nature, particularly his entire love of Goodness,
and his irreconcileable hatred of all Evil, or Sin. Hence he is said by the Prophet, to be of purer Eyes than to behold evil, and that he cannot look on iniquity.
and his Irreconcilable hatred of all Evil, or Sin. Hence he is said by the Prophet, to be of Purer Eyes than to behold evil, and that he cannot look on iniquity.
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From the consideration of all this it will appear very reasonable, that if a Mediator should interpose between God and Men, he should provide for the honour of this divine Attribute;
From the consideration of all this it will appear very reasonable, that if a Mediator should interpose between God and Men, he should provide for the honour of this divine Attribute;
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so it is another effect of the same Righteousness, in shewing Mercy to repenting Offenders, to make them thorowly sensible of the heinousness of their Offence.
so it is Another Effect of the same Righteousness, in showing Mercy to repenting Offenders, to make them thoroughly sensible of the heinousness of their Offence.
And if we might be allow'd to add, what we Christians take for granted, as being assur'd of it by the Word of God, that God had given our first Parents a strict charge, together with a special admonition and warning,
And if we might be allowed to add, what we Christians take for granted, as being assured of it by the Word of God, that God had given our First Parents a strict charge, together with a special admonition and warning,
as to the instance in which they transgress'd, adding a positive and severe threatning, that in the day in which they transgress'd, they should surely dye; this still makes it more requisite, that the Justice of God should be publickly vindicated,
as to the instance in which they transgressed, adding a positive and severe threatening, that in the day in which they transgressed, they should surely die; this still makes it more requisite, that the justice of God should be publicly vindicated,
as well as his Justice in governing the World, should be regarded by our Mediator; it being evidently an instance of Wisdom in a Governor, to render his Authority awful and venerable to his Subjects,
as well as his justice in governing the World, should be regarded by our Mediator; it being evidently an instance of Wisdom in a Governor, to render his authority awful and venerable to his Subject's,
It may suffice here to have observ'd, that it was very agreeable to the conceptions we have both of the divine Nature and our own, that something should be done by our Mediator, by way of satisfaction to Almighty God,
It may suffice Here to have observed, that it was very agreeable to the conceptions we have both of the divine Nature and our own, that something should be done by our Mediator, by Way of satisfaction to Almighty God,
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'Tis true, that all the Evils, which have befallen the children of Men, since their Apostacy from God, have been so many expressions and testimonies of God's hatred of Sin,
It's true, that all the Evils, which have befallen the children of Men, since their Apostasy from God, have been so many expressions and testimonies of God's hatred of since,
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but upon serious and impartial consideration of our blessed Saviour's undertaking, we shall be forc'd to confess, that greater honor hath been given thereby to God,
but upon serious and impartial consideration of our blessed Saviour's undertaking, we shall be forced to confess, that greater honour hath been given thereby to God,
and that if we do but thorowly lay to heart what he, so great and excellent a Person, hath voluntarily done and suffer'd upon our account, it will tend more effectually than any other Method we can think of, to the making us sensible of the evil and danger of offending so holy and righteous a Being as God is. For
and that if we do but thoroughly lay to heart what he, so great and excellent a Person, hath voluntarily done and suffered upon our account, it will tend more effectually than any other Method we can think of, to the making us sensible of the evil and danger of offending so holy and righteous a Being as God is. For
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What our Lord declar'd over and above the meer Law of Nature, namely concerning the Mercy of God in forgiving Sinners upon their Repentance and Faith in him, was become necessary by reason of transgression;
What our Lord declared over and above the mere Law of Nature, namely Concerning the Mercy of God in forgiving Sinners upon their Repentance and Faith in him, was become necessary by reason of Transgression;
This appears by the Answer our Saviour gave to the Lawyer, telling him that the Love of God and our Neighbour were the two great Commandments of the Law, and that these were indeed the Sum of the Law and the Prophets:
This appears by the Answer our Saviour gave to the Lawyer, telling him that the Love of God and our Neighbour were the two great commandments of the Law, and that these were indeed the Sum of the Law and the prophets:
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but especially by his admirable Discourse upon the Mount, wherein he vindicates the Natural or Moral Law of God, from all the false Glosses which the Jewish Doctors had put upon it, declaring the necessity of regarding even the least of its Precepts, by those who hoped to partake of the Kingdom of Heaven;
but especially by his admirable Discourse upon the Mount, wherein he vindicates the Natural or Moral Law of God, from all the false Glosses which the Jewish Doctors had put upon it, declaring the necessity of regarding even the least of its Precepts, by those who hoped to partake of the Kingdom of Heaven;
expresly assuring them, that he came not to destroy the law, but to fulfil it, NONLATINALPHABET, (one way of doing which was by interpreting it in its fullest latitude and extent;) and finally, that till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the Law, till all be fulfill'd;
expressly assuring them, that he Come not to destroy the law, but to fulfil it,, (one Way of doing which was by interpreting it in its Fullest latitude and extent;) and finally, that till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the Law, till all be fulfilled;
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and our Saviour might well say as he did, when he was leaving the World, Father, I have glorified thee on Earth, I have finish'd the work which thou gavest me to do.
and our Saviour might well say as he did, when he was leaving the World, Father, I have glorified thee on Earth, I have finished the work which thou Gavest me to do.
and at last yield himself to be offer'd up as a Sacrifice upon the Cross, to testifie, in the most significant manner that was possible, the fixed love of God to Righteousness, his unalterable hatred of Sin, his impartial justice in governing the World, the excellency of the Laws which he had given to Men,
and At last yield himself to be offered up as a Sacrifice upon the Cross, to testify, in the most significant manner that was possible, the fixed love of God to Righteousness, his unalterable hatred of since, his impartial Justice in governing the World, the excellency of the Laws which he had given to Men,
Such was the nature of the Offence given to God by Man's Apostacy, and so bad were the circumstances of Mankind, that it seem'd expedient to the great Father and Lord of all, that our Mediator should voluntarily humble himself in this extraordinary manner.
Such was the nature of the Offence given to God by Man's Apostasy, and so bad were the Circumstances of Mankind, that it seemed expedient to the great Father and Lord of all, that our Mediator should voluntarily humble himself in this extraordinary manner.
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And upon our Mediator 's thus suffering for us, new terms of Mercy and Reconciliation were offer'd to us, upon which account he himself calls his Bloud, the Bloud of the new Covenant;
And upon our Mediator is thus suffering for us, new terms of Mercy and Reconciliation were offered to us, upon which account he himself calls his Blood, the Blood of the new Covenant;
and particularly in one whole Epistle, Written, as it should seem, to that very purpose, I mean that to the Hebrews, that I knew not how to do right to Christianity, without thus plainly asserting it.
and particularly in one Whole Epistle, Written, as it should seem, to that very purpose, I mean that to the Hebrews, that I knew not how to do right to Christianity, without thus plainly asserting it.
I know, that according to the Will of our pious and charitable Founder, I am not to descend to any Controversies that are amongst Christians themselves, and therefore I shall not make this a Controversie, but take it for granted,
I know, that according to the Will of our pious and charitable Founder, I am not to descend to any Controversies that Are among Christians themselves, and Therefore I shall not make this a Controversy, but take it for granted,
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Let those, who call themselves by this Name, and yet deny that satisfaction was made to God by the Sufferings of Christ for the sins of Men, reconcile their Title and their opinion as well as they can:
Let those, who call themselves by this Name, and yet deny that satisfaction was made to God by the Sufferings of christ for the Sins of Men, reconcile their Title and their opinion as well as they can:
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The Sum of what I have said upon this Argument is, that our Lord, when he came into the World, took upon him the Character of a Mediator, and that he executed his Mediatorial Office, partly by doing that which was greatly for the honor of his Heavenly Father, the Person offended,
The Sum of what I have said upon this Argument is, that our Lord, when he Come into the World, took upon him the Character of a Mediator, and that he executed his Mediatorial Office, partly by doing that which was greatly for the honour of his Heavenly Father, the Person offended,
The business of my next Discourse will be, to proceed to shew how our Lord hath farther executed the same Office, by providing for the Necessities of Men.
The business of my next Discourse will be, to proceed to show how our Lord hath farther executed the same Office, by providing for the Necessities of Men.
If what I have said upon this Subject be true, it shews us how little Christianity is beholden to those, who attempt to lessen the Person of our Mediator.
If what I have said upon this Subject be true, it shows us how little Christianity is beholden to those, who attempt to lessen the Person of our Mediator.
This inference will appear just, if we do but observe, that by how much the greater and more considerable the Person of our Mediator is, by so much the better qualified he must also be for the obtaining Salvation for us;
This Inference will appear just, if we do but observe, that by how much the greater and more considerable the Person of our Mediator is, by so much the better qualified he must also be for the obtaining Salvation for us;
when he would not treat with us at all without a Mediator; and when, having appointed his own Son to that Office, he was pleas'd to found and ratifie a New Covenant with us in his Bloud.
when he would not Treat with us At all without a Mediator; and when, having appointed his own Son to that Office, he was pleased to found and ratify a New Covenant with us in his Blood.
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and its Worthiness to be receiv'd by us, from the Intrinsick Evidence, which it carries along with it, viz. its manifest agreeableness to those Notions, which we naturally have concerning God and our selves.
and its Worthiness to be received by us, from the Intrinsic Evidence, which it carries along with it, viz. its manifest agreeableness to those Notions, which we naturally have Concerning God and our selves.
I have done with the two former of these Heads, and have enter'd upon the third, in discoursing of which, my design is to make it evident, that the Method in which our Lord hath obtain'd Salvation for us is so excellent in it self,
I have done with the two former of these Heads, and have entered upon the third, in discoursing of which, my Design is to make it evident, that the Method in which our Lord hath obtained Salvation for us is so excellent in it self,
so well adapted to our Necessities and our reasonable Desires, that the Saying in the Text is highly credible, and worthy of all acceptation upon this account also.
so well adapted to our Necessities and our reasonable Desires, that the Saying in the Text is highly credible, and worthy of all acceptation upon this account also.
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To this purpose I first observ'd, that the most comprehensive Notion we can frame of our blessed Saviour's Undertaking is, that which the Holy Scriptures plainly teach us, that he acted as a Mediator between God and Men;
To this purpose I First observed, that the most comprehensive Notion we can frame of our blessed Saviour's Undertaking is, that which the Holy Scriptures plainly teach us, that he acted as a Mediator between God and Men;
I then proceeded to consider the Office of a Mediator, and to shew, that the way in which our Lord doth execute this Office, is altogether agreeable to our most just and reasonable Conceptions.
I then proceeded to Consider the Office of a Mediator, and to show, that the Way in which our Lord does execute this Office, is altogether agreeable to our most just and reasonable Conceptions.
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There must be, as I then observ'd, these two general Designs, which our Lord must be suppos'd to have carried on, in the execution of his Mediatorial Office.
There must be, as I then observed, these two general Designs, which our Lord must be supposed to have carried on, in the execution of his Mediatorial Office.
The first of these I consider'd the last time, and now proceed to the second, viz. to shew how our Lord hath executed the Office of a Mediator, in providing for the Necessities of fallen Men,
The First of these I considered the last time, and now proceed to the second, viz. to show how our Lord hath executed the Office of a Mediator, in providing for the Necessities of fallen Men,
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and I doubt not but that upon serious consideration it will appear, both that there was very great need of the assistance of a Mediator upon Man's account;
and I doubt not but that upon serious consideration it will appear, both that there was very great need of the assistance of a Mediator upon Man's account;
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and that, as immediately upon the first apprehension of the Divine displeasure, sinful Men should have been ready to implore the Mercy of their Creator;
and that, as immediately upon the First apprehension of the Divine displeasure, sinful Men should have been ready to implore the Mercy of their Creator;
The tender compassion of our Heavenly Father was mov'd towards his disobedient Children, as soon as ever he beheld them miserable through their own Folly;
The tender compassion of our Heavenly Father was moved towards his disobedient Children, as soon as ever he beheld them miserable through their own Folly;
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and because his Holiness and Justice and Wisdom made it highly requisite (as I have observ'd in my last discourse) that an Expiation should be made for the dishonour done to these Attributes by the Sins of Men, his Goodness therefore mov'd him to find out and to appoint an Expiation, which should be entirely Satisfactory to him,
and Because his Holiness and justice and Wisdom made it highly requisite (as I have observed in my last discourse) that an Expiation should be made for the dishonour done to these Attributes by the Sins of Men, his goodness Therefore moved him to find out and to appoint an Expiation, which should be entirely Satisfactory to him,
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In this, saith St. John, was manifested the love of God towards us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the World, that we might live through him.
In this, Says Saint John, was manifested the love of God towards us, Because that God sent his only begotten Son into the World, that we might live through him.
After which there could be no place left for a suspicion of his readiness to accept the Satisfaction, which was offer'd to him by this Mediator of his own appointing.
After which there could be no place left for a suspicion of his readiness to accept the Satisfaction, which was offered to him by this Mediator of his own appointing.
But with Men the case was far otherwise. There was much indisposition and inability in them, likely to obstruct their returning to God, and being reconcil'd to him.
But with Men the case was Far otherwise. There was much indisposition and inability in them, likely to obstruct their returning to God, and being reconciled to him.
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It was no light Undertaking to remove the Suspicion and Jealousie, which Siuners had entertain'd, with respect to the divine Goodness, which they were Conscious they had so unworthily disoblig'd;
It was no Light Undertaking to remove the Suspicion and Jealousy, which Siuners had entertained, with respect to the divine goodness, which they were Conscious they had so unworthily disobliged;
A new discovery of Divine Truth, and a fresh supply of Spiritual Strength became necessary, upon account of the ignorance and weakness which Men had contracted;
A new discovery of Divine Truth, and a fresh supply of Spiritual Strength became necessary, upon account of the ignorance and weakness which Men had contracted;
And after all much Power and Wisdom were requisite for removing all the remaining inconveniencies and mischiefs, which the Sins of Men had expos'd them to,
And After all much Power and Wisdom were requisite for removing all the remaining inconveniences and mischiefs, which the Sins of Men had exposed them to,
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That therefore which we have to do, is to take a particular and distinct view of the various Necessities of fallen Men, which were to be provided for by a Mediator, in order to the reconciling them to God, and conferring Salvation upon them;
That Therefore which we have to do, is to take a particular and distinct view of the various Necessities of fallen Men, which were to be provided for by a Mediator, in order to the reconciling them to God, and conferring Salvation upon them;
as represented by Moses, how they discover'd their dread of Almighty God, and the Estrangement of their Minds from him, immediately after their fall, by declining his Presence,
as represented by Moses, how they discovered their dread of Almighty God, and the Estrangement of their Minds from him, immediately After their fallen, by declining his Presence,
And if we take a view of Mankind, antecedently to any known declaration of God's Mercy to them by some express Revelation, we shall find that 'tis true in experience, that there arises an awe and dread from the Consciousness of Guilt, together with a dissatisfaction as to the Ways and Means of appeasing the divine displeasure, the consequence of which must be, according to the frame and constitution of Humane Nature, a want of that filial Reverence and Love, which is due to the great Father of all.
And if we take a view of Mankind, antecedently to any known declaration of God's Mercy to them by Some express Revelation, we shall find that it's true in experience, that there arises an awe and dread from the Consciousness of Gilded, together with a dissatisfaction as to the Ways and Means of appeasing the divine displeasure, the consequence of which must be, according to the frame and constitution of Humane Nature, a want of that filial reverence and Love, which is due to the great Father of all.
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And this I take to have been the apparent ground of those many superstitious Practices in the Pagan World, whereby they attempted to atone their supposed Deities,
And this I take to have been the apparent ground of those many superstitious Practices in the Pagan World, whereby they attempted to atone their supposed Deities,
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For, although I doubt not, but sacrificing had its Original from a divine Institution, and that Tradition had spread the Practice throughout the World;
For, although I doubt not, but sacrificing had its Original from a divine Institution, and that Tradition had spread the Practice throughout the World;
but as to their own vain and foolish Imaginations, which varied in different Regions, seem'd most likely to appease the wrath of their incensed Deities.
but as to their own vain and foolish Imaginations, which varied in different Regions, seemed most likely to appease the wrath of their incensed Deities.
It was from their mistaken and corrupted apprehensions of the divine Nature, that they invented Expiations, which it was neither fit for the divine Majesty to accept,
It was from their mistaken and corrupted apprehensions of the divine Nature, that they invented Expiations, which it was neither fit for the divine Majesty to accept,
but it was their consciousness of guilt, conspiring with an antient Tradition, which did naturally and reasonably move them to think some Expiation or other requisite;
but it was their consciousness of guilt, conspiring with an ancient Tradition, which did naturally and reasonably move them to think Some Expiation or other requisite;
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Let but any man faithfully consult his own Conscience, and recollect the thoughts which have arisen within his Breast, whenever he has been Conscious of having done an ill thing, I doubt not,
Let but any man faithfully consult his own Conscience, and recollect the thoughts which have arisen within his Breast, whenever he has been Conscious of having done an ill thing, I doubt not,
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that his guilt has made him not only asham'd, but afraid too, it has possest him with a just apprehension of the displeasure of the Almighty, it has more or less estranged his Mind from that excellent Being, render'd him shy of addressing himself to him, and doubtful of his acceptance;
that his guilt has made him not only ashamed, but afraid too, it has possessed him with a just apprehension of the displeasure of the Almighty, it has more or less estranged his Mind from that excellent Being, rendered him shy of addressing himself to him, and doubtful of his acceptance;
if he had been accustomed to address himself seriously to the Almighty, his Devotion henceforward became cool and flat, his Faith and Hope in God were apparently abated,
if he had been accustomed to address himself seriously to the Almighty, his Devotion henceforward became cool and flat, his Faith and Hope in God were apparently abated,
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and he was in danger of contracting an habitual estrangement from him, unless from the encouragement which the Gospel gives to Repentance, he quickly bethought himself, and recover'd his temper again.
and he was in danger of contracting an habitual estrangement from him, unless from the encouragement which the Gospel gives to Repentance, he quickly bethought himself, and recovered his temper again.
and a temper like to that of God therein represented, for a Man that knows and feels what it is wilfully to have transgress'd the Laws of his Maker, firmly to believe and hope in him.
and a temper like to that of God therein represented, for a Man that knows and feels what it is wilfully to have transgressed the Laws of his Maker, firmly to believe and hope in him.
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It hath pleas'd our Creator wisely and graciously to order the matter so in our very formation, that this uneasiness and dissatisfaction, this fear and dread should be the consequence of our doing amiss, from a kind of natural Instinct,
It hath pleased our Creator wisely and graciously to order the matter so in our very formation, that this uneasiness and dissatisfaction, this Fear and dread should be the consequence of our doing amiss, from a kind of natural Instinct,
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insomuch that he who wants such a sense, after any sin knowingly and wilfully committed by him, is one who either never yet had his Mind awaken'd to an apprehension of divine things,
insomuch that he who Wants such a sense, After any since knowingly and wilfully committed by him, is one who either never yet had his Mind awakened to an apprehension of divine things,
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but forasmuch as the Holiness and the Justice of God (concerning which I had occasion to discourse in my last Lecture) are as evident to our thoughts as his Goodness is, there is a foundation of Fear,
but forasmuch as the Holiness and the justice of God (Concerning which I had occasion to discourse in my last Lecture) Are as evident to our thoughts as his goodness is, there is a Foundation of fear,
as well as of Hope, laid in our Minds, and such a Fear, as will be apt to keep the Sinner at a very uneasie distance from his Maker, till he shall be pleas'd some way or other to reveal his Mercy to him.
as well as of Hope, laid in our Minds, and such a fear, as will be apt to keep the Sinner At a very uneasy distance from his Maker, till he shall be pleased Some Way or other to reveal his Mercy to him.
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God hath indeed given many intimations of his kind Intentions towards the Children of Men, all along since their first Apostacy, by sparing, preserving,
God hath indeed given many intimations of his kind Intentions towards the Children of Men, all along since their First Apostasy, by sparing, preserving,
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Nay he hath, as we Christians believe, laid a sure foundation for the hope of Mankind, by his gracious Promise made to our First Parents, of the Seed of the VVoman, which to the Nation of the Jews was still farther explain'd and confirm'd by following Predictions,
Nay he hath, as we Christians believe, laid a sure Foundation for the hope of Mankind, by his gracious Promise made to our First Parents, of the Seed of the VVoman, which to the nation of the jews was still farther explained and confirmed by following Predictions,
For nothing certainly can be conceiv'd of equal force for restoring the Faith and Hope of Mankind in their offended Creator, with the consideration of his having sent his only begotten Son into the World to become our Mediator. This is a Declaration of the Goodness and Philanthropy of God, such as we could not have in the least expected,
For nothing Certainly can be conceived of equal force for restoring the Faith and Hope of Mankind in their offended Creator, with the consideration of his having sent his only begotten Son into the World to become our Mediator. This is a Declaration of the goodness and Philanthropy of God, such as we could not have in the least expected,
and for our sake) how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? The condescension of so great and excellent a Person, one so near to the Father of all, in coming into this lower World, cloath'd with our Nature, by the designation and appointment of God, was such a Demonstration of the Care and Concernment of the Almighty on our behalf,
and for our sake) how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? The condescension of so great and excellent a Person, one so near to the Father of all, in coming into this lower World, clothed with our Nature, by the designation and appointment of God, was such a Demonstration of the Care and Concernment of the Almighty on our behalf,
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But if we add to this, what our Lord declar'd, and did, and suffer'd for us in our Nature, there can be no farther place left for Suspicion or Jealousie for the future.
But if we add to this, what our Lord declared, and did, and suffered for us in our Nature, there can be no farther place left for Suspicion or Jealousy for the future.
They are his own words, God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life.
They Are his own words, God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting Life.
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and declaring to what purpose he was anointed of God, it was by applying those words of Isaiah to himself, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the Gospel to the poor, he hath sent me to heal the broken hearted, to preach deliverance to the Captives,
and declaring to what purpose he was anointed of God, it was by applying those words of Isaiah to himself, The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, Because he hath anointed me to preach the Gospel to the poor, he hath sent me to heal the broken hearted, to preach deliverance to the Captives,
and by the Authority of the Father, of whose Person he was the Express Image or Character. To the end that he might revive the hopes even of the worst of Men,
and by the authority of the Father, of whose Person he was the Express Image or Character. To the end that he might revive the hope's even of the worst of Men,
as we know, frequently converse with Publicans and Sinners, assigning these as his Reasons for doing so, that the whole need not a Physician, but they that be sick, and that he came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.
as we know, frequently converse with Publicans and Sinners, assigning these as his Reasons for doing so, that the Whole need not a physician, but they that be sick, and that he Come not to call the righteous, but Sinners to Repentance.
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The weary and heavy laden, those who labour'd under the burden and sense of their Sins, he kindly invited to come to him, promising them Rest, and encouraging them by that meekness and lowlin•ss of heart which he was ready to exercise towards them.
The weary and heavy laden, those who laboured under the burden and sense of their Sins, he kindly invited to come to him, promising them Rest, and encouraging them by that meekness and lowlin•ss of heart which he was ready to exercise towards them.
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Such indeed was his Meekness, as never to break the bruised reed, nor quench the smoaking flax, not in the least to discountenance any who were honest and well-meaning,
Such indeed was his Meekness, as never to break the Bruised reed, nor quench the smoking flax, not in the least to discountenance any who were honest and well-meaning,
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Such we know his practice was with respect to Zacheus, Mary Magdalene, and the Syrophoenician Woman, making these Examples and Instances of his readiness to accept the Repentance and Faith of Sinners, whether Jews or Gentiles.
Such we know his practice was with respect to Zacchaeus, Marry Magdalene, and the Syrophoenician Woman, making these Examples and Instances of his readiness to accept the Repentance and Faith of Sinners, whither jews or Gentiles.
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And least all this should not be sufficient, that he might render Mens Faith and Hope in God firm and unmoveable, he laid down his life for them, shedding his bloud (as himself declares) for the remission of Sins.
And lest all this should not be sufficient, that he might render Men's Faith and Hope in God firm and Unmovable, he laid down his life for them, shedding his blood (as himself declares) for the remission of Sins.
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Mankind in general were apprehensive of the need of a Sacrifice to be made for Sins, being led into this apprehension (as I have already observ'd) partly by an antient Tradition,
Mankind in general were apprehensive of the need of a Sacrifice to be made for Sins, being led into this apprehension (as I have already observed) partly by an ancient Tradition,
and the Jews had been admonish'd of the need and use of Sacrifices, by the Law of Moses; our Mediator therefore once for all offer'd up such a Sacrifice,
and the jews had been admonished of the need and use of Sacrifices, by the Law of Moses; our Mediator Therefore once for all offered up such a Sacrifice,
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as might for ever put an end to the use of that Rite, and yield full satisfaction to the minds of Men, that complete Expiation was now made to God for their Offences.
as might for ever put an end to the use of that Rite, and yield full satisfaction to the minds of Men, that complete Expiation was now made to God for their Offences.
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The bloud of Bulls and of Goats could sanctifie only to the purifying of the flesh, that is, could make a man legally clean, according to the Prescription of the Law of Moses: But it was the bloud of Christ, who through the Eternal. Spirit offer'd himself without spot to God, which alone could purge the Conscience from dead works.
The blood of Bulls and of Goats could sanctify only to the purifying of the Flesh, that is, could make a man legally clean, according to the Prescription of the Law of Moses: But it was the blood of christ, who through the Eternal. Spirit offered himself without spot to God, which alone could purge the Conscience from dead works.
so that we now have boldness, or liberty, to enter into the holiest by the bloud of Jesus, by a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us through the Veil of his Flesh; and under the Patronage of this High Priest we may draw near with a true heart and full assurance of Faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil Conscience.
so that we now have boldness, or liberty, to enter into the Holiest by the blood of jesus, by a new and living Way, which he hath consecrated for us through the Veil of his Flesh; and under the Patronage of this High Priest we may draw near with a true heart and full assurance of Faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil Conscience.
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And here by the way, we may take notice of the Wisdom of God, in disposing the Method of our Reconciliation in such manner, that by one and the same Act, viz. that of dying upon the Cross as a Sacrifice for Sin, our Mediator gave entire Satisfaction both to God and Man;
And Here by the Way, we may take notice of the Wisdom of God, in disposing the Method of our Reconciliation in such manner, that by one and the same Act, viz. that of dying upon the Cross as a Sacrifice for since, our Mediator gave entire Satisfaction both to God and Man;
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if they would seriously attend to the Suggestions and Reasonings of their own Minds, and diligently use the Faculties which God hath given them, need not be disputed.
if they would seriously attend to the Suggestions and Reasonings of their own Minds, and diligently use the Faculties which God hath given them, need not be disputed.
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They had either totally lost, or notoriously confounded the Notion of the one true God, Maker of Heaven and Earth, introducing a multitude of Gods, concerning whom they had no settled apprehensions,
They had either totally lost, or notoriously confounded the Notion of the one true God, Maker of Heaven and Earth, introducing a multitude of God's, Concerning whom they had no settled apprehensions,
They chang'd the truth of God into a Lye, as the Apostle excellently expresseth it, and worshipped and served the Creature, more than (at least beside, over and above) the Creator, who is blessed for ever.
They changed the truth of God into a Lie, as the Apostle excellently Expresses it, and worshipped and served the Creature, more than (At least beside, over and above) the Creator, who is blessed for ever.
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They had gross misapprehensions with respect to the Moral Perfections of the divine Nature, ascribing those Qualities to their Gods, which would be a dishonour to any reasonable Creature,
They had gross misapprehensions with respect to the Moral Perfections of the divine Nature, ascribing those Qualities to their God's, which would be a dishonour to any reasonable Creature,
and although some of their Philosophers attain'd to wiser and better apprehensions themselves, yet they generally comply'd with the Vulgar Modes of Worship, which, howsoever they might endeavour to accommodate to their own apprehensions, by certain interpretations they put upon them, were extremely unworthy of the Majesty of the true God.
and although Some of their Philosophers attained to Wiser and better apprehensions themselves, yet they generally complied with the vulgar Modes of Worship, which, howsoever they might endeavour to accommodate to their own apprehensions, by certain interpretations they put upon them, were extremely unworthy of the Majesty of the true God.
And if they thus mistook and prevaricated with respect to God, and the Worship which they perform'd immediately to the Deities they own'd, no wonder if at the same time they had very false Notions also with respect to other parts of their Duty;
And if they thus mistook and prevaricated with respect to God, and the Worship which they performed immediately to the Deities they owned, no wonder if At the same time they had very false Notions also with respect to other parts of their Duty;
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they had lost the Tradition of being descended from one Common Stock, as likewise of the institution of Marriage by God himself in the instance of our first Parents.
they had lost the Tradition of being descended from one Common Stock, as likewise of the Institution of Marriage by God himself in the instance of our First Parents.
and inspir'd with the breath of God, and consequently did not so clearly discern the difference between the two parts of which themselves were constituted.
and inspired with the breath of God, and consequently did not so clearly discern the difference between the two parts of which themselves were constituted.
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but could give no tolerable account how this disorder was introduc'd into humane Nature, nor did they generally apprehend the necessity they lay under of returning to the temper and state from which they were degenerated,
but could give no tolerable account how this disorder was introduced into humane Nature, nor did they generally apprehend the necessity they lay under of returning to the temper and state from which they were degenerated,
such as I shall at present take for granted were Polygamy, Divorce upon slight Occasions, private Revenge of Injuries, not to mention the gratification of unnatural Lusts. In a word, they not having a just sense of the difference between Soul and Body,
such as I shall At present take for granted were Polygamy, Divorce upon slight Occasions, private Revenge of Injuries, not to mention the gratification of unnatural Lusts. In a word, they not having a just sense of the difference between Soul and Body,
and of the Relation this present state of Life bears to a future, did not think themselves oblig'd to lay that restraint upon either their Appetites or Passions, which is fit for a reasonable Creature, design'd to five in this World in order to a better.
and of the Relation this present state of Life bears to a future, did not think themselves obliged to lay that restraint upon either their Appetites or Passion, which is fit for a reasonable Creature, designed to five in this World in order to a better.
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So that St. Paul might well give that Character of them, that they were dead in trespasses and Sins, that they fulfill'd the desires of the flesh and of the mind, finally, that they had no hope, and were without God in the world.
So that Saint Paul might well give that Character of them, that they were dead in Trespasses and Sins, that they fulfilled the Desires of the Flesh and of the mind, finally, that they had no hope, and were without God in the world.
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and laid down stricter Rules of Life and Manners, than others; yet as their apprehensions were very imperfect, and for the most part wavering and uncertain,
and laid down Stricter Rules of Life and Manners, than Others; yet as their apprehensions were very imperfect, and for the most part wavering and uncertain,
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so they did not express themselves in that plain, perspicuous, and authoritative manner, which was likely to render what they said useful to the generality of Mankind.
so they did not express themselves in that plain, perspicuous, and authoritative manner, which was likely to render what they said useful to the generality of Mankind.
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so it is much the same, wheresoever this Revelation is not entertain'd, as appears from all the accounts we have of those Countreys which are still Pagan.
so it is much the same, wheresoever this Revelation is not entertained, as appears from all the accounts we have of those Countries' which Are still Pagan.
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I think I need not here take into Consideration, how far the Mahometan Religion has improv'd Men in divine Knowledge, where it has been introduc'd in the room of Paganism.
I think I need not Here take into Consideration, how Far the Mahometan Religion has improved Men in divine Knowledge, where it has been introduced in the room of Paganism.
not to mention the apparent Ignorance and Lewdness of its pretended Prophet, I am sure no serious Deist will make any comparison between that and the Christian Revelation.
not to mention the apparent Ignorance and lewdness of its pretended Prophet, I am sure no serious Deist will make any comparison between that and the Christian Revelation.
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but as these were a very inconsiderable People, compar'd with the rest of Mankind, so their Revelation and Rule of Life was in many respects imperfect, God in Givers instances considering the weakness and rudeness of that People,
but as these were a very inconsiderable People, compared with the rest of Mankind, so their Revelation and Rule of Life was in many respects imperfect, God in Givers instances considering the weakness and rudeness of that People,
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and therefore not giving them such Precepts as were best in themselves, but such as they could bear, designing the Revelation which he made to them, only as preparatory to that more excellent and perfect Revelation which he should make of himself and his Will, by the coming of his Son Jesus Christ.
and Therefore not giving them such Precepts as were best in themselves, but such as they could bear, designing the Revelation which he made to them, only as preparatory to that more excellent and perfect Revelation which he should make of himself and his Will, by the coming of his Son jesus christ.
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To the consideration therefore of this we are now to proceed, and I doubt not but it will easily appear, that our Mediator hath made a gracious and plentiful provision for this Necessity of fallen Men;
To the consideration Therefore of this we Are now to proceed, and I doubt not but it will Easily appear, that our Mediator hath made a gracious and plentiful provision for this Necessity of fallen Men;
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and that whether we consider his Doctrine or his Life, the former as an Instruction, the latter as an Example to us, to make us perfectly acacquainted with God and his Will concerning us.
and that whither we Consider his Doctrine or his Life, the former as an Instruction, the latter as an Exampl to us, to make us perfectly acacquainted with God and his Will Concerning us.
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When he was Examin'd by Pilate, upon the Accusation of the Jews, his Answer is remarkable, To this end was I born, saith he, and for this cause came I into the World, that I should bear witness unto the Truth.
When he was Examined by Pilate, upon the Accusation of the jews, his Answer is remarkable, To this end was I born, Says he, and for this cause Come I into the World, that I should bear witness unto the Truth.
As to the former of these, I dare upon the nicest Examination appeal to the Judgment and Conscience of those Deists, to whom I direct these Discourses,
As to the former of these, I Dare upon the nicest Examination appeal to the Judgement and Conscience of those Deists, to whom I Direct these Discourses,
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I will not say, that in this degenerate State, in which we now are, men did or could easily arrive at a just apprehension of all those Truths relating to Religion, which are truly natural,
I will not say, that in this degenerate State, in which we now Are, men did or could Easily arrive At a just apprehension of all those Truths relating to Religion, which Are truly natural,
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We find by Experience, as I have already observ'd, that where Revelation was or is wanting, men have generally fallen into very gross and vile mistakes;
We find by Experience, as I have already observed, that where Revelation was or is wanting, men have generally fallen into very gross and vile mistakes;
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But 'tis enough to our present purpose, if when any Truth is laid clearly before us by Revelation, it then appears evidently agreeable to natural Reason;
But it's enough to our present purpose, if when any Truth is laid clearly before us by Revelation, it then appears evidently agreeable to natural Reason;
And it ought not by any means to be allow'd as an Objection against Christianity, that our Lord hath superadded some Doctrines, which were not taught by the Light of Nature and Reason, provided always they be such,
And it ought not by any means to be allowed as an Objection against Christianity, that our Lord hath superadded Some Doctrines, which were not taught by the Light of Nature and Reason, provided always they be such,
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as do not contradict plain and evident Reason, and as when we throughly consider them, will appear highly useful to us, with respect to the state in which we now are.
as do not contradict plain and evident Reason, and as when we thoroughly Consider them, will appear highly useful to us, with respect to the state in which we now Are.
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If Almighty God do exercise a Providence towards his Creatures, if he have that tender Care of and Compassion towards Men and Sinners, of which I have already discours'd,
If Almighty God do exercise a Providence towards his Creatures, if he have that tender Care of and Compassion towards Men and Sinners, of which I have already discoursed,
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if he was graciously pleas'd to concern himself for us after our fall, and to reveal himself to us in order to our recovery, it cannot be thought otherwise,
if he was graciously pleased to concern himself for us After our fallen, and to reveal himself to us in order to our recovery, it cannot be Thought otherwise,
'Tis very becoming the Wisdom of God, when he revealeth himself to his Creatures in an extraordinary manner, to instruct them in what they knew not before,
It's very becoming the Wisdom of God, when he Revealeth himself to his Creatures in an extraordinary manner, to instruct them in what they knew not before,
and it must needs be a delightful entertainment to our Understandings, as well as a worthy Improvement of our Minds to contemplate and embrace such Truths.
and it must needs be a delightful entertainment to our Understandings, as well as a worthy Improvement of our Minds to contemplate and embrace such Truths.
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What it teacheth us concerning Almighty God. II. Concerning our selves. And, III. The Rules which it gives us for the directing our Tempers and our Lives. I.
What it Teaches us Concerning Almighty God. II Concerning our selves. And, III. The Rules which it gives us for the directing our Tempers and our Lives. I.
that he is full of Good-will towards us and truly desirous of our Welfare, of which he hath given us many Testimonies, in order to excite and establish our Faith and Hope in him,
that he is full of Goodwill towards us and truly desirous of our Welfare, of which he hath given us many Testimonies, in order to excite and establish our Faith and Hope in him,
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but what is perfectly agreeable to the best reasonings of Men, and what has been acknowledg'd accordingly by those who have exercised their Reason in the best manner.
but what is perfectly agreeable to the best reasonings of Men, and what has been acknowledged accordingly by those who have exercised their Reason in the best manner.
that the very same reason which mov'd him to give Being to any Creature, and to give it such a kind of Being as it hath, may well be suppos'd to move him also to take care of its well-being;
that the very same reason which moved him to give Being to any Creature, and to give it such a kind of Being as it hath, may well be supposed to move him also to take care of its well-being;
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and acknowledge, that what our Lord hath declar'd concerning the particulars before mentioned, is perfectly agreeable to the dictates of sound reason, worthy of God,
and acknowledge, that what our Lord hath declared Concerning the particulars before mentioned, is perfectly agreeable to the dictates of found reason, worthy of God,
As to what Christianity hath farther reveal'd to us concerning God, 'tis to the following Purpose, vi•. that the Father of all hath actually concern'd himself for the recovery of sinful Men,
As to what Christianity hath farther revealed to us Concerning God, it's to the following Purpose, vi•. that the Father of all hath actually concerned himself for the recovery of sinful Men,
Now as to the more general part of this Revelation, namely, that God hath actually concern'd himself for our Recovery, this is highly credible and worthy of our acceptation upon the grounds I have hitherto proceeded.
Now as to the more general part of this Revelation, namely, that God hath actually concerned himself for our Recovery, this is highly credible and worthy of our acceptation upon the grounds I have hitherto proceeded.
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For if, as I have already prov'd, it be a reasonable apprehension concerning God, that he would in some way or other provide for the recovery of such of his reasonable Creatures as were capable of it, it must certainly be reasonable to hearken attentively to a Revelation, which assures us that he hath done so.
For if, as I have already proved, it be a reasonable apprehension Concerning God, that he would in Some Way or other provide for the recovery of such of his reasonable Creatures as were capable of it, it must Certainly be reasonable to harken attentively to a Revelation, which assures us that he hath done so.
Upon which account I cannot but reckon that the Notion of the Platonists, which bears so great a resemblance to that of the Christian Trinity, was by no means the result of their meer reasoning;
Upon which account I cannot but reckon that the Notion of the Platonists, which bears so great a resemblance to that of the Christian Trinity, was by no means the result of their mere reasoning;
when something so very like it, and which there appears no plausible pretence for ascribing to humane invention, was yet embrac'd by the very best among the Pagan Philosophers,
when something so very like it, and which there appears no plausible pretence for ascribing to humane invention, was yet embraced by the very best among the Pagan Philosophers,
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I remember whose Lectures I am reading, and therefore will not transgress the Laws of our Founder, by entering upon this Controversie as managed amongst Christians.
I Remember whose Lectures I am reading, and Therefore will not transgress the Laws of our Founder, by entering upon this Controversy as managed among Christians.
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'Tis sufficient to my present purpose, that, as I have already exprest it, it is universally own'd as a Christian Doctrine, viz. that the Father hath Redeem'd Mankind by his Son,
It's sufficient to my present purpose, that, as I have already expressed it, it is universally owned as a Christian Doctrine, viz. that the Father hath Redeemed Mankind by his Son,
After all the Controversies which have been started amongst Christians, upon this sublime Theory, 'tis agreed and stood to by all, that there is but one God,
After all the Controversies which have been started among Christians, upon this sublime Theory, it's agreed and stood to by all, that there is but one God,
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and that however the Christian Trinity is to be explain'd (if it be fit to attempt the explaining it at all) it must ever be suppos'd consistent with this Fundamental Article of all true Religion.
and that however the Christian Trinity is to be explained (if it be fit to attempt the explaining it At all) it must ever be supposed consistent with this Fundamental Article of all true Religion.
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even those, who either through mistake or ill-will are accus'd of asserting a plurality of Gods, utterly deny and abhor the Charge, declaring, that if any such consequences could be fairly drawn from the Premisses they have laid down, they would freely retract what they have said.
even those, who either through mistake or ill-will Are accused of asserting a plurality of God's, utterly deny and abhor the Charge, declaring, that if any such consequences could be fairly drawn from the Premises they have laid down, they would freely retract what they have said.
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Now this Principle, of the Unity of the divine Nature, being thus secur'd amongst Christians, what if after this we should not be able to Explicate the Doctrine of the Trinity,
Now this Principle, of the Unity of the divine Nature, being thus secured among Christians, what if After this we should not be able to Explicate the Doctrine of the Trinity,
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why should any one take it for granted, that God may not intimate to us something relating to his own Nature, which we could not have thought of our selves, any more than we can fully comprehend it,
why should any one take it for granted, that God may not intimate to us something relating to his own Nature, which we could not have Thought of our selves, any more than we can Fully comprehend it,
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when it is thus intimated to us? Canst thou, O vain Man! (to speak in the words of an antient and honest Deist, recorded in the book of Job) Canst thou by searching find out God? Canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection? It is as high as Heaven, what canst thou do? Deeper than Hell, what canst thou know? The measure thereof is longer than the Earth,
when it is thus intimated to us? Canst thou, Oh vain Man! (to speak in the words of an ancient and honest Deist, recorded in the book of Job) Canst thou by searching find out God? Canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection? It is as high as Heaven, what Canst thou do? Deeper than Hell, what Canst thou know? The measure thereof is longer than the Earth,
and a Spirit, not Created, but necessarily partaking of the divine Nature, and Essential to it? I dare boldly affirm, that no Man can demonstrate the Impossibility of this;
and a Spirit, not Created, but necessarily partaking of the divine Nature, and Essential to it? I Dare boldly affirm, that no Man can demonstrate the Impossibility of this;
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and if he cannot, he ought not to make it an Objection against the Christian Revelation, that in making known to us the Method of our Salvation it hath instructed us in this Doctrine.
and if he cannot, he ought not to make it an Objection against the Christian Revelation, that in making known to us the Method of our Salvation it hath instructed us in this Doctrine.
yet what we are taught concerning it by the Holy Scriptures is of great use to us, to make us understand and admire the Method, in which it hath pleas'd God to save Sinners;
yet what we Are taught Concerning it by the Holy Scriptures is of great use to us, to make us understand and admire the Method, in which it hath pleased God to save Sinners;
Thus I have summ'd up the Doctrine which the Christian Revelation hath taught us concerning Almighty God, which whosoever will take the pains impartially to consider,
Thus I have summed up the Doctrine which the Christian Revelation hath taught us Concerning Almighty God, which whosoever will take the pains impartially to Consider,
as it is more fully and particularly represented to us in the New Testament, will find reason to acknowledge, that our Mediator hath made ample Provision for the relief of our Necessity in this Instance also.
as it is more Fully and particularly represented to us in the New Testament, will find reason to acknowledge, that our Mediator hath made ample Provision for the relief of our Necessity in this Instance also.
insomuch that wheresoever the Christian Religion is entertain'd, great Numbers even of the Common People have more true, more solid, and more useful apprehensions of Almighty God,
insomuch that wheresoever the Christian Religion is entertained, great Numbers even of the Common People have more true, more solid, and more useful apprehensions of Almighty God,
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and surely this is a great Commendation of our Holy Religion, and a farther proof, that This is a faithful Saying, &c. I should now have proceeded to consider, what our Lord hath taught us concerning our selves;
and surely this is a great Commendation of our Holy Religion, and a farther proof, that This is a faithful Saying, etc. I should now have proceeded to Consider, what our Lord hath taught us Concerning our selves;
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I Have been considering the intrinsick Evidence of this saying, which St. Paul recommends, from the apparent excellency of the Method in which our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ hath obtain'd Salvation for us;
I Have been considering the intrinsic Evidence of this saying, which Saint Paul recommends, from the apparent excellency of the Method in which our Lord and Saviour jesus christ hath obtained Salvation for us;
to which purpose I have been treating of his Mediatorial Office, in the two great branches of it, viz. As he hath done whatsoever might satisfie Almighty God, in order to his being reconcil'd to Men;
to which purpose I have been treating of his Mediatorial Office, in the two great branches of it, viz. As he hath done whatsoever might satisfy Almighty God, in order to his being reconciled to Men;
before the coming of our Lord, and began to shew how our Mediator hath provided for this necessity of Mankind, both by his Doctrine and his Life; by the former,
before the coming of our Lord, and began to show how our Mediator hath provided for this necessity of Mankind, both by his Doctrine and his Life; by the former,
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II. Viz. What our Saviour hath taught us concerning our selves, which I shall dispatch in a few words, that I may come to that which is of main Consideration with respect to the Doctrine of Christianity,
II Viz. What our Saviour hath taught us Concerning our selves, which I shall dispatch in a few words, that I may come to that which is of main Consideration with respect to the Doctrine of Christianity,
Now with respect to our selves, as well as with respect to Almighty God, the Doctrine of our Saviour hath either illustrated and confirm'd to us what the Light of Nature and Reason,
Now with respect to our selves, as well as with respect to Almighty God, the Doctrine of our Saviour hath either illustrated and confirmed to us what the Light of Nature and Reason,
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that consequently we are capable of, and design'd for a Future State, our Spirits not being obnoxious to Death from any Principles which we can discern in them,
that consequently we Are capable of, and designed for a Future State, our Spirits not being obnoxious to Death from any Principles which we can discern in them,
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but also that our Appetites and Passions are apt to rebel against our Understanding and Reason, which must needs be a corruption and degeneracy in our Nature, it not being at all credible, that so good a Being as God is, should have originally form'd us in so disorderly a state.
but also that our Appetites and Passion Are apt to rebel against our Understanding and Reason, which must needs be a corruption and degeneracy in our Nature, it not being At all credible, that so good a Being as God is, should have originally formed us in so disorderly a state.
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adding thereunto, (if we take in what Christianity always supposes and takes for granted, viz. the Revelation of God by Moses, ) a much more particular and exact account of Humane Nature,
adding thereunto, (if we take in what Christianity always supposes and Takes for granted, viz. the Revelation of God by Moses,) a much more particular and exact account of Humane Nature,
The account indeed which we have of our selves, by the Jewish and Christian Revelation join'd together, is such as lets us into the perfect Knowledge of the Original,
The account indeed which we have of our selves, by the Jewish and Christian Revelation joined together, is such as lets us into the perfect Knowledge of the Original,
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Thus for Instance, That God having form'd this Earth, and furnish'd it with a great variety of Creatures, fitted for the use or delight of such Beings as we are, produc'd the first Man, appointing him and his Posterity to be the Inhabitants of this Region,
Thus for Instance, That God having formed this Earth, and furnished it with a great variety of Creatures, fitted for the use or delight of such Beings as we Are, produced the First Man, appointing him and his Posterity to be the Inhabitants of this Region,
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that this first Man and Woman were plac'd in easie and happy Circumstances, endued with the Image of God, both in the Intellectual and Moral Powers of their Souls,
that this First Man and Woman were placed in easy and happy circumstances, endued with the Image of God, both in the Intellectual and Moral Powers of their Souls,
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and enjoying his Favour, bless'd with Innocence of Mind, and Health of Body, naturally dispos'd and greatly oblig'd to obey the Commands of their great and good Creator;
and enjoying his Favour, blessed with Innocence of Mind, and Health of Body, naturally disposed and greatly obliged to obey the Commands of their great and good Creator;
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that having weaken'd and deprav'd their own Nature by misusing it, they convey'd the Weakness and Corruption to their Posterity, the Blood which their Off-spring deriv'd from them being tainted in its original;
that having weakened and depraved their own Nature by misusing it, they conveyed the Weakness and Corruption to their Posterity, the Blood which their Offspring derived from them being tainted in its original;
and Pain, and Death, were the effects of their Disobedience, and this their first Sin was the Beginning of all those Evils, to which they and their Posterity have been since expos'd,
and Pain, and Death, were the effects of their Disobedience, and this their First since was the Beginning of all those Evils, to which they and their Posterity have been since exposed,
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and consequently, that if ever we hope to be happy, it must be by having the Image of God repair'd in us, by being restor'd to his Favour, by having our Souls recover'd to their due Temper by the communication of Divine Grace, by having our Bodies also,
and consequently, that if ever we hope to be happy, it must be by having the Image of God repaired in us, by being restored to his Favour, by having our Souls recovered to their endue Temper by the communication of Divine Grace, by having our Bodies also,
after their dissolution, re-united to our Spirits by the Almighty Power, that so we may be perfect and entire, according to our primitive Constitution;
After their dissolution, Reunited to our Spirits by the Almighty Power, that so we may be perfect and entire, according to our primitive Constitution;
On the contrary, as this Scheme is infinitely more rational, than any thing that has been produc'd upon this Subject by the Authors of any other Religion;
On the contrary, as this Scheme is infinitely more rational, than any thing that has been produced upon this Subject by the Authors of any other Religion;
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so it is exceedingly agreeable to all the present Phaenomena of Humane Nature, yielding the most satisfactory account of the Original, the present Condition, the Design and End of Mankind,
so it is exceedingly agreeable to all the present Phaenomena of Humane Nature, yielding the most satisfactory account of the Original, the present Condition, the Design and End of Mankind,
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and this brings me to the next particular I propos'd to be consider'd, viz. III. Those Rules which the Doctrine of our Saviour hath laid down for the management of our Tempers and our Lives;
and this brings me to the next particular I proposed to be considered, viz. III. Those Rules which the Doctrine of our Saviour hath laid down for the management of our Tempers and our Lives;
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Had the Christian Institution fail'd in this point, there had lain an unanswerable Objection against it, especially since it pretends to bring us the last and fullest Revelation of the Divine Will,
Had the Christian Institution failed in this point, there had lain an unanswerable Objection against it, especially since it pretends to bring us the last and Fullest Revelation of the Divine Will,
and to correct or perfect whatsoever went under the name of Religion before: but this we Christians justly glory in, that it hath fully made good this Pretence,
and to correct or perfect whatsoever went under the name of Religion before: but this we Christians justly glory in, that it hath Fully made good this Pretence,
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as where our Lord replies to the Lawyer, asking him, Which was the great Commandment in the Law? Jesus said unto him, as it follows in the Text, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy Heart,
as where our Lord replies to the Lawyer, asking him, Which was the great Commandment in the Law? jesus said unto him, as it follows in the Text, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy Heart,
and repeating it in other words, 'tis said, that when Jesus saw that he answer'd discreetly, he said unto him, Thou art not far from the Kingdom of God.
and repeating it in other words, it's said, that when jesus saw that he answered discreetly, he said unto him, Thou art not Far from the Kingdom of God.
For which Reason in that admirable Discourse upon the Mount, where in express terms, and most solemn manner, he deliver'd his Precepts to his Disciples, he plainly tells them, that he came not to destroy the Law or the Prophets,
For which Reason in that admirable Discourse upon the Mount, where in express terms, and most solemn manner, he Delivered his Precepts to his Disciples, he plainly tells them, that he Come not to destroy the Law or the prophets,
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but to fulfil them, NONLATINALPHABET, one way of doing which was, as I before observ'd, and as appears undeniably from the Discourse immediately following those words, by interpreting them in their fullest extent;
but to fulfil them,, one Way of doing which was, as I before observed, and as appears undeniably from the Discourse immediately following those words, by interpreting them in their Fullest extent;
and accordingly in the prosecution of that Argument, he commandeth his Disciples to aim at the highest degree of Virtue and Goodness, even to be perfect as their Father which is in Heaven is perfect.
and accordingly in the prosecution of that Argument, he commands his Disciples to aim At the highest degree of Virtue and goodness, even to be perfect as their Father which is in Heaven is perfect.
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I might add to this, the Declaration which St. Paul makes of the general design of the Gospel-Institution, viz. that it teacheth all men, that denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, they should live soberly, righteously,
I might add to this, the Declaration which Saint Paul makes of the general Design of the Gospel-Institution, viz. that it Teaches all men, that denying ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, they should live soberly, righteously,
I might in the last place alledge that comprehensive Exhortation of the same Apostle, Finally Brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report,
I might in the last place allege that comprehensive Exhortation of the same Apostle, Finally Brothers, whatsoever things Are true, whatsoever things Are honest, whatsoever things Are just, whatsoever things Are pure, whatsoever things Are lovely, whatsoever things Are of good report,
So that although there be not, throughout the Writings of the Evangelists and Apostles, a system of Morality drawn up according to the Model of the Schools; (which had not been suitable to the nature and design of those Writings,
So that although there be not, throughout the Writings of the Evangelists and Apostles, a system of Morality drawn up according to the Model of the Schools; (which had not been suitable to the nature and Design of those Writings,
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nor adapted to the use of those for whom they were intended;) yet a Man that way dispos'd might easily form from thence the most perfect and admirable Scheme of Moral Discipline, that ever yet was produc'd.
nor adapted to the use of those for whom they were intended;) yet a Man that Way disposed might Easily from from thence the most perfect and admirable Scheme of Moral Discipline, that ever yet was produced.
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that as we should be thus inwardly affected towards God, so we should take all Opportunities of expressing the sense of our Minds, both by our Words and Actions;
that as we should be thus inwardly affected towards God, so we should take all Opportunities of expressing the sense of our Minds, both by our Words and Actions;
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that we should therefore frequently address our selves to him, as to our God and Father, offering up our devout Acknowledgments of his Infinite Perfections,
that we should Therefore frequently address our selves to him, as to our God and Father, offering up our devout Acknowledgments of his Infinite Perfections,
All that I have hitherto mention'd are Instances of Natural Religion towards God, and such as will be approv'd by every one, who seriously owns such a Being.
All that I have hitherto mentioned Are Instances of Natural Religion towards God, and such as will be approved by every one, who seriously owns such a Being.
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and an impertinent Presumption in Men, for such inconsiderable Creatures as they are to make their applications and addresses to him upon all occasions, I think them hardly worth our consideration in this case.
and an impertinent Presumption in Men, for such inconsiderable Creatures as they Are to make their applications and Addresses to him upon all occasions, I think them hardly worth our consideration in this case.
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and I shall take no farther notice of them, than by proposing to them this single Consideration, which I have in a former Lecture already suggested, That it cannot be unworthy of God, to concern himself for every Creature which he hath given Being to, according to its Nature;
and I shall take no farther notice of them, than by proposing to them this single Consideration, which I have in a former Lecture already suggested, That it cannot be unworthy of God, to concern himself for every Creature which he hath given Being to, according to its Nature;
and at the same time considers the several Faculties with which Mankind are endow'd, will allow that all the above mention'd Instances, are parts of Natural Religion.
and At the same time considers the several Faculties with which Mankind Are endowed, will allow that all the above mentioned Instances, Are parts of Natural Religion.
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And that they are more particularly and fully express'd and urg'd by the Christian, than ever they were by any other Institution, cannot be denied by any who have read the New Testament.
And that they Are more particularly and Fully expressed and urged by the Christian, than ever they were by any other Institution, cannot be denied by any who have read the New Testament.
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and they are what the Christian Revelation, upon that supposition, very much insists upon, withal encouraging us to hope for the Mercy and Favour of God, through the Mediation of our Redeemer, upon these terms.
and they Are what the Christian Revelation, upon that supposition, very much insists upon, withal encouraging us to hope for the Mercy and Favour of God, through the Mediation of our Redeemer, upon these terms.
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It hath eas'd our Minds in their searching after ways of expiating our Transgressions, and looking for Mediators to introduce us into the Presence and Favour of our offended Creator.
It hath eased our Minds in their searching After ways of expiating our Transgressions, and looking for Mediators to introduce us into the Presence and Favour of our offended Creator.
and that upon the exercise of these, we may surely depend upon the Mercy of God through this great Mediator. It accordingly enjoins us hence-forward to offer up all our Services,
and that upon the exercise of these, we may surely depend upon the Mercy of God through this great Mediator. It accordingly enjoins us henceforward to offer up all our Services,
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and to make all our Addresses in his Name, and to expect all good things from the Hands of our Heavenly Father, by the Mediation and Intercession of his Son Jesus Christ.
and to make all our Addresses in his Name, and to expect all good things from the Hands of our Heavenly Father, by the Mediation and Intercession of his Son jesus christ.
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After which our Religion hath throughly discharg'd us from all those external, ritual, and burdensome observances, which either the Law of Moses had enjoin'd the Nation of the Jews, or the Superstition of the rest of Mankind had impos'd upon themselves, commanding us to worship God, who is a Spirit, in Spirit and in Truth, and appointing only two external Rites, both of them plain, easie,
After which our Religion hath thoroughly discharged us from all those external, ritual, and burdensome observances, which either the Law of Moses had enjoined the nation of the jews, or the Superstition of the rest of Mankind had imposed upon themselves, commanding us to worship God, who is a Spirit, in Spirit and in Truth, and appointing only two external Rites, both of them plain, easy,
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viz. one of them, the washing with Water in the Name of the Blessed Trinity, at our admittance to the Christian Profession, representing that inward Purification which we profess to aim at;
viz. one of them, the washing with Water in the Name of the Blessed Trinity, At our admittance to the Christian Profession, representing that inward Purification which we profess to aim At;
and the other, partaking of Bread broken, and Wine pour'd out, as a perpetual Memorial of the great Sacrifice which our Mediator offer'd up for the remission of our Sins.
and the other, partaking of Bred broken, and Wine poured out, as a perpetual Memorial of the great Sacrifice which our Mediator offered up for the remission of our Sins.
and all these its Instructions I dare venture to recommend to the serious Consideration of any one who in earnest pretends to the Religion of Nature and Reason;
and all these its Instructions I Dare venture to recommend to the serious Consideration of any one who in earnest pretends to the Religion of Nature and Reason;
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Now as to this point, the Gospel having enjoin'd, as I have already observ'd, the loving our Neighbour as our selves, it enjoyns by a necessary consequence, whatsoever can be expected from one Man towards another, according to St. Paul 's way of arguing upon this Subject;
Now as to this point, the Gospel having enjoined, as I have already observed, the loving our Neighbour as our selves, it enjoins by a necessary consequence, whatsoever can be expected from one Man towards Another, according to Saint Paul is Way of arguing upon this Subject;
And therefore lest any one should vainly pretend to love his Neighbour, without shewing his Love by the natural effects of it, our Lord enjoin'd his Disciples the Act, in as plain and extensive terms, as he did the Principle;
And Therefore lest any one should vainly pretend to love his Neighbour, without showing his Love by the natural effects of it, our Lord enjoined his Disciples the Act, in as plain and extensive terms, as he did the Principle;
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There we are particularly instructed how to carry it to each other, in all the variety of Conditions and Circumstances of Humane Life, in every Relation and Capacity which we can be in;
There we Are particularly instructed how to carry it to each other, in all the variety of Conditions and circumstances of Humane Life, in every Relation and Capacity which we can be in;
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as Superiours, or Inferiours, or Equals; as in a private or in a publick Station; as Friends, or even towards those who will be without cause our Enemies;
as Superiors, or Inferiors, or Equals; as in a private or in a public Station; as Friends, or even towards those who will be without cause our Enemies;
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yet it must be own'd that it hath rais'd our Duty towards our Neighbour to an heighth, above what has been thought necessary under any other Institution whatsoever.
yet it must be owned that it hath raised our Duty towards our Neighbour to an height, above what has been Thought necessary under any other Institution whatsoever.
as is evident in the Instances of bearing Affronts, forgiving Injuries, loving of Enemies, and doing Good for Evil, in which the Gospel is so very express,
as is evident in the Instances of bearing Affronts, forgiving Injuries, loving of Enemies, and doing Good for Evil, in which the Gospel is so very express,
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for he maketh the Sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth Rain on the just and on the unjust. 48. Be ye therefore perfect (or merciful) even as your Father which is in Heaven is perfect.
for he makes the Sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sends Rain on the just and on the unjust. 48. Be you Therefore perfect (or merciful) even as your Father which is in Heaven is perfect.
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Here is Charity rais'd to its just heigth, even to a resemblance of that which is in God himself, whom to imitate must needs be the Perfection of a reasonable Creature.
Here is Charity raised to its just heighth, even to a resemblance of that which is in God himself, whom to imitate must needs be the Perfection of a reasonable Creature.
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that we should entirely abstain from all the unnatural and unlawful Pleasures of Sense, and should be moderate in the use of such as are natural and allowable;
that we should entirely abstain from all the unnatural and unlawful Pleasures of Sense, and should be moderate in the use of such as Are natural and allowable;
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All these are so evidently the Precepts of Christianity, with respect to the management of our selves, that whosoever is conversant in the Holy Scriptures must be sensible that they are so.
All these Are so evidently the Precepts of Christianity, with respect to the management of our selves, that whosoever is conversant in the Holy Scriptures must be sensible that they Are so.
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and I question not but this is at the bottom the most prevailing Reason, why in a loose and corrupt Age so many have gone over to the part of Infidelity,
and I question not but this is At the bottom the most prevailing Reason, why in a lose and corrupt Age so many have gone over to the part of Infidelity,
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There is one notorious Instance of this kind, which it may be proper here to take notice of, I mean the Christian Precepts which relate to Marriage, whereby one Man is restrain'd to one Woman,
There is one notorious Instance of this kind, which it may be proper Here to take notice of, I mean the Christian Precepts which relate to Marriage, whereby one Man is restrained to one Woman,
or, to speak in the Language of a Prophet of their own, a cursed confinement, pronouncing boldly that Polygamy was no Sin, till it had the hard fortune to be made so, at the very same time when Priest-craft began. But I think it no hard matter to give a full Answer to this whole Objection.
or, to speak in the Language of a Prophet of their own, a cursed confinement, pronouncing boldly that Polygamy was no since, till it had the hard fortune to be made so, At the very same time when Priestcraft began. But I think it no hard matter to give a full Answer to this Whole Objection.
As to the Christian Precepts of Temperance and Chastity in general, I doubt not to affirm, that they are really for the Good of Mankind even in this Life,
As to the Christian Precepts of Temperance and Chastity in general, I doubt not to affirm, that they Are really for the Good of Mankind even in this Life,
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As to the exercises of Self-denial and Mortification, which we find so frequently enjoin'd us by the Gospel, these also must be own'd to be sometimes absolutely necessary, very often highly expedient in this present state, in order to the rendering us Masters of our selves.
As to the exercises of Self-denial and Mortification, which we find so frequently enjoined us by the Gospel, these also must be owned to be sometime absolutely necessary, very often highly expedient in this present state, in order to the rendering us Masters of our selves.
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For considering the violence of some Mens Appetites and Passions, which they have rais'd to an exorbitant degree by long indulgence, it will be impossible for them ever to keep them within tolerable bounds, without offering some Violence the other way.
For considering the violence of Some Men's Appetites and Passion, which they have raised to an exorbitant degree by long indulgence, it will be impossible for them ever to keep them within tolerable bounds, without offering Some Violence the other Way.
And therefore the best Moralists amongst the Pagans, do in the main agree with Christianity in this Point, making it the part of a wise and good Man, to govern his Appetites and Passions,
And Therefore the best Moralists among the Pagans, do in the main agree with Christianity in this Point, making it the part of a wise and good Man, to govern his Appetites and Passion,
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if it speaks of crucifying the Flesh with the Affections and Lusts, of cutting off a right-hand, and plucking out a right-eye, of being dead to the World and its Enjoyments, in fine, not only of denying our selves in general,
if it speaks of crucifying the Flesh with the Affections and Lustiest, of cutting off a right-hand, and plucking out a Right-eye, of being dead to the World and its Enjoyments, in fine, not only of denying our selves in general,
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that there will be certainly another Life infinitely more considerable than this is; that this is our state of tryal, in which we are to be train'd up,
that there will be Certainly Another Life infinitely more considerable than this is; that this is our state of trial, in which we Are to be trained up,
that his Grace is sufficient for us, and his Strength will be made perfect in our Weakness. Now these things being taken for granted, I dare appeal even to the Adversaries of our Religion themselves, to judge whether any thing can be more reasonable,
that his Grace is sufficient for us, and his Strength will be made perfect in our Weakness. Now these things being taken for granted, I Dare appeal even to the Adversaries of our Religion themselves, to judge whither any thing can be more reasonable,
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As to that part of the Objection, which more particularly relates to Marriage, a plain Answer may likewise be given to it, upon the Principles of Christianity.
As to that part of the Objection, which more particularly relates to Marriage, a plain Answer may likewise be given to it, upon the Principles of Christianity.
as Moses relates it, to be true, which the Christian Revelation takes for granted, we have a plain Argument, that our Maker from the beginning design'd and appointed all that the Gospel requires in this Instance.
as Moses relates it, to be true, which the Christian Revelation Takes for granted, we have a plain Argument, that our Maker from the beginning designed and appointed all that the Gospel requires in this Instance.
Our Saviour urgeth this Argument in the case of Divorce, when the Pharisees ask'd him, Whether it were lawful for a Man to put away his Wife for every cause;
Our Saviour urges this Argument in the case of Divorce, when the Pharisees asked him, Whither it were lawful for a Man to put away his Wife for every cause;
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He immediately referr'd them to the primitive Institution of Marriage, which may as well be urg'd against Polygamy, as against causeless Divorce. Have ye not read, saith he, that he who made them at the beginning, made them male and female;
He immediately referred them to the primitive Institution of Marriage, which may as well be urged against Polygamy, as against causeless Divorce. Have you not read, Says he, that he who made them At the beginning, made them male and female;
as to declare them thence-forward to be but one. Why did he make no more Wives for Adam, than one; but that he intended it as a Pattern to all Posterity? And why did he so expresly declare the strict Union of these two;
as to declare them thenceforward to be but one. Why did he make no more Wives for Adam, than one; but that he intended it as a Pattern to all Posterity? And why did he so expressly declare the strict union of these two;
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And therefore 'tis remarkable, that Lamech, of the Posterity of Cain, is the first Man taken notice of as a Polygamist, it being said of him as a thing observable, because singular, that he took unto him two Wives.
And Therefore it's remarkable, that Lamech, of the Posterity of Cain, is the First Man taken notice of as a Polygamist, it being said of him as a thing observable, Because singular, that he took unto him two Wives.
Neither is it unlikely, that this was the beginning of degeneracy in the Family of Seth likewise, which seems to be intimated in that passage of Moses, The Sons of God saw the Daughters of Men, that they were fair,
Neither is it unlikely, that this was the beginning of degeneracy in the Family of Seth likewise, which seems to be intimated in that passage of Moses, The Sons of God saw the Daughters of Men, that they were fair,
namely, because the generality of Mankind were unacquainted with this ancient History of Moses; and the Tradition of the Primitive Institution of Marriage, was soon lost after the Flood.
namely, Because the generality of Mankind were unacquainted with this ancient History of Moses; and the Tradition of the Primitive Institution of Marriage, was soon lost After the Flood.
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and Moses on account of the hardness of their Hearts, their untractableness that is, and utter indisposition to comply with the Design and Law of God in Nature, did not particularly insist upon it.
and Moses on account of the hardness of their Hearts, their Untractableness that is, and utter indisposition to comply with the Design and Law of God in Nature, did not particularly insist upon it.
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That God, who could as easily have made more Wives for Adam, yet gave him but One, that their mutual Affection and Care of their Off-spring might be the greater;
That God, who could as Easily have made more Wives for Adam, yet gave him but One, that their mutual Affection and Care of their Offspring might be the greater;
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And indeed there is another plain Intimation of the Divine Pleasure concerning this matter, and that is the near Equality of the number of Males and Females born into the World, according to the best Observations that have been made, the advantage, (tho' not great) being on the side of the Males;
And indeed there is Another plain Intimation of the Divine Pleasure Concerning this matter, and that is the near Equality of the number of Males and Females born into the World, according to the best Observations that have been made, the advantage, (though not great) being on the side of the Males;
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which being a meer act of Providence, a matter that can be order'd by no other than Divine Appointment, seems a standing Declaration of the Will of God against Polygamy,
which being a mere act of Providence, a matter that can be ordered by no other than Divine Appointment, seems a standing Declaration of the Will of God against Polygamy,
Besides all this, let but any Man weigh impartially, how much it conduces to the Felicity of Humane Life, that this Institution, both with respect to a single and indissoluble Marriage, should be observ'd, he will need no farther Argument to convince him.
Beside all this, let but any Man weigh impartially, how much it conduces to the Felicity of Humane Life, that this Institution, both with respect to a single and indissoluble Marriage, should be observed, he will need no farther Argument to convince him.
and the Comfort and Satisfaction which follows from thence, nothing so much to the careful and wise Education of their Off-spring, nothing so much to the Peace and good Order of the whole Family,
and the Comfort and Satisfaction which follows from thence, nothing so much to the careful and wise Education of their Offspring, nothing so much to the Peace and good Order of the Whole Family,
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and consequently nothing so much to the Welfare of the Publick, which is begun in and founded upon that of each Family in particular. To conclude this whole Argument.
and consequently nothing so much to the Welfare of the Public, which is begun in and founded upon that of each Family in particular. To conclude this Whole Argument.
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but what is either apparently reasonable at the first view, or must necessarily appear so, as soon as ever the Suppositions and Principles of Christianity are taken in and consider'd.
but what is either apparently reasonable At the First view, or must necessarily appear so, as soon as ever the Suppositions and Principles of Christianity Are taken in and considered.
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Doth it again carry its Rules of Temperance and Chastity, of Self-denial and Mortification, to a greater height? 'Tis because it more effectually convinceth us, that our Happiness consists in Spiritual Improvements and Entertainments,
Does it again carry its Rules of Temperance and Chastity, of Self-denial and Mortification, to a greater height? It's Because it more effectually Convinces us, that our Happiness consists in Spiritual Improvements and Entertainments,
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Doth it finally lay a greater Restraint with respect to the Conjugal Bed, than the generality of Mankind have hitherto apprehended necessary or expedient? 'Tis because it hath given a fuller account of the Designation of our Creator in this Instance,
Does it finally lay a greater Restraint with respect to the Conjugal Bed, than the generality of Mankind have hitherto apprehended necessary or expedient? It's Because it hath given a fuller account of the Designation of our Creator in this Instance,
and because moreover it designs, whilst we are passing through this State, to prepare us for another, in which we shall neither marry, nor be given in Marriage,
and Because moreover it designs, while we Are passing through this State, to prepare us for Another, in which we shall neither marry, nor be given in Marriage,
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whether relating to God, our Neighbour, or our selves, are holy, just, and good, reasonable in their own Nature, fit for us in our present Circumstances, apparently conducive to the Good of Mankind in general,
whither relating to God, our Neighbour, or our selves, Are holy, just, and good, reasonable in their own Nature, fit for us in our present circumstances, apparently conducive to the Good of Mankind in general,
So shall we resemble our great Lord and Master, whose Life, as it was a Pattern for our Instruction and Imitation, will fall next under Consideration;
So shall we resemble our great Lord and Master, whose Life, as it was a Pattern for our Instruction and Imitation, will fallen next under Consideration;
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and by this means also we shall most effectually recommend our holy Profession to Unbelievers, forcing them, upon observing the good Fruits of it, to confess, to the Honour of God and our Mediator, that This is a faithful saying, &c. FINIS.
and by this means also we shall most effectually recommend our holy Profession to Unbelievers, forcing them, upon observing the good Fruits of it, to confess, to the Honour of God and our Mediator, that This is a faithful saying, etc. FINIS.
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IN my former Lectures upon these Words, I have made it my business to shew, that the Saying here recommended by the Apostle, carries with it an intrinsick Evidence;
IN my former Lectures upon these Words, I have made it my business to show, that the Saying Here recommended by the Apostle, carries with it an intrinsic Evidence;
the Method, in which our Lord Jesus Christ hath undertaken the Salvation of Sinners, being suited to the most just and reasonable Apprehensions of Mankind.
the Method, in which our Lord jesus christ hath undertaken the Salvation of Sinners, being suited to the most just and reasonable Apprehensions of Mankind.
and in order to the reconciling Men to God, it was requisite, as I have observ'd, that amongst other things he should perfectly instruct Men in the Knowledge of God,
and in order to the reconciling Men to God, it was requisite, as I have observed, that among other things he should perfectly instruct Men in the Knowledge of God,
and am now farther to shew, that he hath added to his Doctrine an exact and perfect Example, thereby more fully to instruct us in all the particulars before-mention'd,
and am now farther to show, that he hath added to his Doctrine an exact and perfect Exampl, thereby more Fully to instruct us in all the particulars beforementioned,
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Had our Blessed Saviour left us only the Instructions and Precepts recorded in the New Testament, this had been a sing••ar advantage to the Professors of Christianity, in order to the settling our apprehensions and judgments about divine things:
Had our Blessed Saviour left us only the Instructions and Precepts recorded in the New Testament, this had been a sing••ar advantage to the Professors of Christianity, in order to the settling our apprehensions and Judgments about divine things:
and how he managed himself suitably to the Instructions and Precepts which he left us, this must needs be a farther advantage to us, both for the enabling us to understand,
and how he managed himself suitably to the Instructions and Precepts which he left us, this must needs be a farther advantage to us, both for the enabling us to understand,
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There was in truth since the general Corruption of Mankind both in their Tempers and Manners, very great need of some Pattern to be set us, of a Person in our own Nature, demeaning himself in all things according to the Will of God,
There was in truth since the general Corruption of Mankind both in their Tempers and Manners, very great need of Some Pattern to be Set us, of a Person in our own Nature, demeaning himself in all things according to the Will of God,
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and more particularly of the Evangelists, who, 'tis evident, wrote on purpose, that they might leave to the World a particular and standing Record thereof.
and more particularly of the Evangelists, who, it's evident, wrote on purpose, that they might leave to the World a particular and standing Record thereof.
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when it first appear'd in the World, nor will be I presume by the Infidels of the present Age, that the Condition and Manner of our Saviour's Life were such as the Evangelists have declar'd.
when it First appeared in the World, nor will be I presume by the Infidels of the present Age, that the Condition and Manner of our Saviour's Life were such as the Evangelists have declared.
and some of them endeavour also to improve some passages of his behaviour, as related by the Evangelists, into objections against the truth of his Religion;
and Some of them endeavour also to improve Some passages of his behaviour, as related by the Evangelists, into objections against the truth of his Religion;
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First, The External Condition and Circumstances of his Life. Secondly, The manner of his behaviour in these Circumstances, viz. his Moral Dispositions and Actions;
First, The External Condition and circumstances of his Life. Secondly, The manner of his behaviour in these circumstances, viz. his Moral Dispositions and Actions;
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His first lodging was in a Stable, neither Joseph nor Mary being thought considerable enough to have room made for them in the Inn. His first Visitants were a company of poor Shepherds.
His First lodging was in a Stable, neither Joseph nor Marry being Thought considerable enough to have room made for them in the Inn. His First Visitants were a company of poor Shepherd's.
The Countrey in which he had his Abode and Education, during his private Life, was Galilee, out of which it was thought no Prophet could arise, much less the Messiah. His Town was Nazareth, concerning which Nathanael made it a question,
The Country in which he had his Abided and Education, during his private Life, was Galilee, out of which it was Thought no Prophet could arise, much less the Messiah. His Town was Nazareth, Concerning which Nathanael made it a question,
if Joseph died within that space, with Mary, following the Occupation of his supposed Father, insomuch that the Jews stil'd him, not only the Carpenters Son, but the Carpenter. When he enter'd upon his Publick Employment, he took no State upon him.
if Joseph died within that Molle, with Marry, following the Occupation of his supposed Father, insomuch that the jews Styled him, not only the Carpenters Son, but the Carpenter. When he entered upon his Public Employment, he took no State upon him.
He was moreover continually Despis'd, Malign'd, and Persecuted, and at last Suffer'd a cruel Death, as a Malefactor, with all the Circumstances of Indignity.
He was moreover continually Despised, Maligned, and Persecuted, and At last Suffered a cruel Death, as a Malefactor, with all the circumstances of Indignity.
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'Tis true, we Christians say, and firmly believe, that our Lord was amply recompens'd for submitting to these mean and despicable Circumstances, by favors conferr'd upon him by the Divine Providence even in this Life,
It's true, we Christians say, and firmly believe, that our Lord was amply recompensed for submitting to these mean and despicable circumstances, by favors conferred upon him by the Divine Providence even in this Life,
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that some Learned and Inquisitive, and 'tis likely Honourable and Wealthy Persons, were by the Guidance of an extraordinary Star conducted from a Foreign Countrey, to pay their respects to him,
that Some Learned and Inquisitive, and it's likely Honourable and Wealthy Persons, were by the Guidance of an extraordinary Star conducted from a Foreign Country, to pay their respects to him,
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as a King; that he was not only attended by Angels upon all extraordinary Emergencies, but receiv'd special Communications and Influences from God himself;
as a King; that he was not only attended by Angels upon all extraordinary Emergencies, but received special Communications and Influences from God himself;
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These are such things as, if believ'd by the Adversaries of the Christian Faith, would even in their judgment entirely take off the reproach of his External Circumstances.
These Are such things as, if believed by the Adversaries of the Christian Faith, would even in their judgement entirely take off the reproach of his External circumstances.
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and do assert that the very Obscurity and Meanness of our Saviour's Condition, during his sojourning upon Earth, was design'd as a proper means for our Instruction.
and do assert that the very Obscurity and Meanness of our Saviour's Condition, during his sojourning upon Earth, was designed as a proper means for our Instruction.
An high Birth, eminent Rank and Quality, Honour, Wealth, and Pleasure, these were become the Idols of Men, whereby not only their Affections were entangled,
an high Birth, eminent Rank and Quality, Honour, Wealth, and Pleasure, these were become the Idols of Men, whereby not only their Affections were entangled,
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So that nothing could be more expedient, than that He, whom Providence design'd for an Instructor and Example to Mankind, He who was sent to rectifie both their Judgments and their Dispositions, should by the very manner of his appearance amongst them, openly testifie his disregard to all these things, being not only destitute of those Enjoyments, in which depraved Men are so apt to place their Felicity,
So that nothing could be more expedient, than that He, whom Providence designed for an Instructor and Exampl to Mankind, He who was sent to rectify both their Judgments and their Dispositions, should by the very manner of his appearance among them, openly testify his disregard to all these things, being not only destitute of those Enjoyments, in which depraved Men Are so apt to place their Felicity,
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It was indeed this Condition which render'd our Blessed Saviour capable of exemplifying those admirable Virtues, which otherwise he could not have had occasion or opportunity to exercise, such as were most directly opposite to the Vices into which Men were degenerated, such as were most useful and necessary for Men to exercise in this present life,
It was indeed this Condition which rendered our Blessed Saviour capable of exemplifying those admirable Virtues, which otherwise he could not have had occasion or opportunity to exercise, such as were most directly opposite to the Vices into which Men were degenerated, such as were most useful and necessary for Men to exercise in this present life,
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viz. a firm Faith and Trust in God, an entire submission, and Resignation to his Will, Contentedness under all the Dispensations of his Providence, Meekness, Patience, Firmness and Constancy of Mind under great Provocations and severe Sufferings, together with a large and diffusive Charity,
viz. a firm Faith and Trust in God, an entire submission, and Resignation to his Will, Contentedness under all the Dispensations of his Providence, Meekness, Patience, Firmness and Constancy of Mind under great Provocations and severe Sufferings, together with a large and diffusive Charity,
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and freely submitted to this condition of Humane Life, our Saviour did hereby farther express his utmost contempt of this vain World, •o••ther with a wonderful Condescension and 〈 … 〉 doing all this for our good.
and freely submitted to this condition of Humane Life, our Saviour did hereby farther express his utmost contempt of this vain World, •o••ther with a wondered Condescension and 〈 … 〉 doing all this for our good.
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and if we take in the consideration which I just now mention'd, of his voluntary submission to this State for our sakes, he at the same time propos'd himself as an eminent Pattern to the Great and Rich Men of the World likewise.
and if we take in the consideration which I just now mentioned, of his voluntary submission to this State for our sakes, he At the same time proposed himself as an eminent Pattern to the Great and Rich Men of the World likewise.
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Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus, who being in the form of God, — emptied himself, taking upon him the form of a Servant, being made in the likeness of men, &c. And again, Ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich,
Let this mind be in you, which was also in christ jesus, who being in the from of God, — emptied himself, taking upon him the from of a Servant, being made in the likeness of men, etc. And again, You know the grace of our Lord jesus christ, that though he was rich,
but that I may leave no difficulty in the way, it may be proper first to obviate an Objection that may be rais'd with respect to the account which the Evangelists have given us of our Saviour's Life;
but that I may leave no difficulty in the Way, it may be proper First to obviate an Objection that may be raised with respect to the account which the Evangelists have given us of our Saviour's Life;
viz. That a considerable part of it is past over in silence, there being very little left upon Record concerning him till the Thirtieth Year of his Age,
viz. That a considerable part of it is passed over in silence, there being very little left upon Record Concerning him till the Thirtieth Year of his Age,
whereas, had he been design'd as a Pattern to Mankind, we might rather have expected a full and particular account of all that was said or done by him, from his Birth to his Death.
whereas, had he been designed as a Pattern to Mankind, we might rather have expected a full and particular account of all that was said or done by him, from his Birth to his Death.
And although, if we had all his Actions recorded from the beginning of his Life to the end, there would be more instances for our Instruction and Imitation;
And although, if we had all his Actions recorded from the beginning of his Life to the end, there would be more instances for our Instruction and Imitation;
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I add, that from the short and general account which the Evangelists have given us of the more private and retired part of our Saviour's Life, we have reason to look upon him,
I add, that from the short and general account which the Evangelists have given us of the more private and retired part of our Saviour's Life, we have reason to look upon him,
This at first view was a Life of Innocency and honest Industry, spent in the constant exercise of Humility, Contentedness, Submission and Resignation to his Heavenly Father,
This At First view was a Life of Innocency and honest Industry, spent in the constant exercise of Humility, Contentedness, Submission and Resignation to his Heavenly Father,
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And if here again we take in the consideration of the Dignity of the Person, who, (as we Christians affirm) voluntarily subjected himself to this way of living, we shall still discover, that even this part of our Saviour's Life was farther Exemplary to us.
And if Here again we take in the consideration of the Dignity of the Person, who, (as we Christians affirm) voluntarily subjected himself to this Way of living, we shall still discover, that even this part of our Saviour's Life was farther Exemplary to us.
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for our sakes, to cloath himself with Humane Flesh, not to abhor the Virgins Womb, to pass through the States of Infancy and Childhood, to grow and improve by degrees,
for our sakes, to cloth himself with Humane Flesh, not to abhor the Virgins Womb, to pass through the States of Infancy and Childhood, to grow and improve by Degrees,
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and, in a word, to accommodate himself to all the inconveniencies and infirmities of innocent Humanity? And how could he more effectually have exprest to us his contempt of this vain World,
and, in a word, to accommodate himself to all the inconveniences and infirmities of innocent Humanity? And how could he more effectually have expressed to us his contempt of this vain World,
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I observe farther that there were not wanting Instances, which all along discover'd him to be an extraordinary Person, such as were sufficient to attract the Eyes of Men towards him,
I observe farther that there were not wanting Instances, which all along discovered him to be an extraordinary Person, such as were sufficient to attract the Eyes of Men towards him,
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I shall not insist upon those Oracular Dreams, and Angelical Apparitions, by which the Evangelists tell us he was made known to the blessed Virgin, to Joseph, and to the Shepherds, all which things Mary is said to have kept, and ponder'd in her heart;
I shall not insist upon those Oracular Dreams, and Angelical Apparitions, by which the Evangelists tell us he was made known to the blessed Virgae, to Joseph, and to the Shepherd's, all which things Marry is said to have kept, and pondered in her heart;
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but shall only take notice of such passages recorded of him, as were the occasion of his being more publickly known and observ'd, both in Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem it self.
but shall only take notice of such passages recorded of him, as were the occasion of his being more publicly known and observed, both in Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem it self.
St. Matthew informs us, that when the Magi came to Jerusalem, they made so publick an enquiry concerning the Birth of the King of the Jews, as to create Jealousie in Herod, and trouble to all Jerusalem; Herod upon that occasion first consulting the Chief Priests and Scribes, about the place of the Messiah 's Birth;
Saint Matthew informs us, that when the Magi Come to Jerusalem, they made so public an enquiry Concerning the Birth of the King of the jews, as to create Jealousy in Herod, and trouble to all Jerusalem; Herod upon that occasion First consulting the Chief Priests and Scribes, about the place of the Messiah is Birth;
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and at last, when he found himself disappointed by them, exercising an unparallel'd Cruelty upon the Infants of Bethlehem. All this must necessarily have excited the curiosity of many to enquire after and to observe this Child, as he grew up.
and At last, when he found himself disappointed by them, exercising an unparalleled Cruelty upon the Infants of Bethlehem. All this must necessarily have excited the curiosity of many to inquire After and to observe this Child, as he grew up.
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We are farther inform'd, that when his Mother brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord, according to the Law of Moses, there were two Persons of good Note in the City, old Simeon, and Anna, who coming into the Temple at that instant, spake of him in very remarkable Terms, to all them that looked for redemption in Israel, so that Joseph and his Mother (and no doubt many more who were present) marvell'd at those things which were spoken.
We Are farther informed, that when his Mother brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord, according to the Law of Moses, there were two Persons of good Note in the city, old Simeon, and Anna, who coming into the Temple At that instant, spoke of him in very remarkable Terms, to all them that looked for redemption in Israel, so that Joseph and his Mother (and no doubt many more who were present) marveled At those things which were spoken.
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and was found in the Temple, sitting in the midst of the Doctors, not only hearing them, but also asking them questions, in such manner, that all that heard him were astonish'd at his understanding and answers.
and was found in the Temple, sitting in the midst of the Doctors, not only hearing them, but also asking them questions, in such manner, that all that herd him were astonished At his understanding and answers.
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And when Mary exprest her concern, for his having tarry'd without their knowledge, he gave her a remarkable answer, which together with the other passages mention'd she is said to have kept in her heart,
And when Marry expressed her concern, for his having tarried without their knowledge, he gave her a remarkable answer, which together with the other passages mentioned she is said to have kept in her heart,
Both before and after this passage, all that the Evangelist farther sayes of him till his entering upon his publick Ministry is, that upon his first going to Nazareth, the Child grew, and waxed strong in Spirit, filled with Wisdom,
Both before and After this passage, all that the Evangelist farther Says of him till his entering upon his public Ministry is, that upon his First going to Nazareth, the Child grew, and waxed strong in Spirit, filled with Wisdom,
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both which expressions plainly signifie, that as he grew up from a Child to a Man, there appear'd a singular and eminent degree of Wisdom and Goodness in him, something so extraordinary,
both which expressions plainly signify, that as he grew up from a Child to a Man, there appeared a singular and eminent degree of Wisdom and goodness in him, something so extraordinary,
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It is generally assign'd as a probable account of our Saviour's forbearing to exercise his publick Ministry, till he enter'd upon his Thirtieth Year, that this was in correspondence with the Law of Moses given to the Levites, by which though he were not oblig'd,
It is generally assigned as a probable account of our Saviour's forbearing to exercise his public Ministry, till he entered upon his Thirtieth Year, that this was in correspondence with the Law of Moses given to the Levites, by which though he were not obliged,
yet it was agreeable to his practice in other cases, thus to fulfil all righteousness, namely beginning his Ministry at the Age, at which the Ministers of God in that Nation were appointed to begin theirs. But,
yet it was agreeable to his practice in other cases, thus to fulfil all righteousness, namely beginning his Ministry At the Age, At which the Ministers of God in that nation were appointed to begin theirs. But,
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As a closer Answer to this Objection I add, that an apparent, and a sufficient Reason why our Lord did not expose himself to more publick view and observation for a longer space of time,
As a closer Answer to this Objection I add, that an apparent, and a sufficient Reason why our Lord did not expose himself to more public view and observation for a longer Molle of time,
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than we are told he did, and consequently the just account, why we have not any particular Record of the former part of his Life, is this, that the time of his publick appearance and Ministry was full as long as that untoward Generation could bear it.
than we Are told he did, and consequently the just account, why we have not any particular Record of the former part of his Life, is this, that the time of his public appearance and Ministry was full as long as that untoward Generation could bear it.
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It was therefore the natural consequence of the evil temper of that generation of Men, which God did not think fit miraculously to over-rule, that our Saviour's Example was of no longer standing.
It was Therefore the natural consequence of the evil temper of that generation of Men, which God did not think fit miraculously to overrule, that our Saviour's Exampl was of no longer standing.
Secondly, To consider the manner of our Saviour's behaviour, or the Moral dispositions and actions of his Life, with the several Virtues which he exemplifyed to us thereby.
Secondly, To Consider the manner of our Saviour's behaviour, or the Moral dispositions and actions of his Life, with the several Virtues which he exemplified to us thereby.
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I shall begin with observing that the Life of our Blessed Saviour was truly Humane, I mean, such as was suited to the frame and condition of Humane Nature,
I shall begin with observing that the Life of our Blessed Saviour was truly Humane, I mean, such as was suited to the frame and condition of Humane Nature,
so abating only those instances, in which he acted as a Prophet, or rather as the Messiah, he acted just as it becomes us to do, affecting no Singularities, running into no Extravagancies, doing nothing but what was perfectly agreeable to Humane Nature,
so abating only those instances, in which he acted as a Prophet, or rather as the Messiah, he acted just as it becomes us to do, affecting no Singularities, running into no Extravagancies, doing nothing but what was perfectly agreeable to Humane Nature,
At the return of the Seventy Disciples, and their relating the success which they had, we are told that Jesus rejoyc'd in Spirit. When he went with a full resolution to raise his friend Lazarus from the dead, yet seeing Mary and the Jews which were with her weeping, 'tis said, that he groan'd in Spirit and was troubled;
At the return of the Seventy Disciples, and their relating the success which they had, we Are told that jesus rejoiced in Spirit. When he went with a full resolution to raise his friend Lazarus from the dead, yet seeing Marry and the jews which were with her weeping, it's said, that he groaned in Spirit and was troubled;
and beheld the Mother weeping. When he beheld the City of Jerusalem, and consider'd the evils that were many years after to befall it, he was so tenderly affected as to weep over it, and in very pathetical words to express his Grief for the Obstinacy and the Misery of its Inhabitants.
and beheld the Mother weeping. When he beheld the city of Jerusalem, and considered the evils that were many Years After to befall it, he was so tenderly affected as to weep over it, and in very pathetical words to express his Grief for the Obstinacy and the Misery of its Inhabitants.
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He had very quick and pungent Apprehensions of them before-hand, with a mixture of all the innocent Passions which are wont to accompany such apprehensions;
He had very quick and pungent Apprehensions of them beforehand, with a mixture of all the innocent Passion which Are wont to accompany such apprehensions;
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by all which, provided he retain'd a just firmness and constancy of Mind, together with a becoming Submission and Resignation (as it will hereafter appear he did) he became so much the fitter Example to us, who by the frame of our Natures are unavoidably liable to the like Affections and Passions.
by all which, provided he retained a just firmness and constancy of Mind, together with a becoming Submission and Resignation (as it will hereafter appear he did) he became so much the fitter Exampl to us, who by the frame of our Nature's Are avoidable liable to the like Affections and Passion.
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Nay in a lower degree, he was sometimes angry with his Disciples also, as particularly with Peter, when he would have tempted him to decline the Sufferings appointed for him.
Nay in a lower degree, he was sometime angry with his Disciples also, as particularly with Peter, when he would have tempted him to decline the Sufferings appointed for him.
As a farther proof of our Saviour's Life being truly Humane, 'tis observable that he had nothing peculiar in his way of living, in his Diet, his Habit,
As a farther proof of our Saviour's Life being truly Humane, it's observable that he had nothing peculiar in his Way of living, in his Diet, his Habit,
Our Lord himself takes notice of this, when he compares his own Life with that of John the Baptist, and mentions the Remarks which the Jews made both upon the one and the other.
Our Lord himself Takes notice of this, when he compares his own Life with that of John the Baptist, and mentions the Remarks which the jews made both upon the one and the other.
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On the contrary our blessed Saviour appear'd, and eat and drank, and convers'd, as other grave and sober Men did, he frequented the usual places of resort, walk'd publickly through their Villages and Cities, talk'd freely with all sorts of people, eat with Publicans and Sinners, to the great offence of the Pharisees;
On the contrary our blessed Saviour appeared, and eat and drank, and conversed, as other grave and Sobrium Men did, he frequented the usual places of resort, walked publicly through their Villages and Cities, talked freely with all sorts of people, eat with Publicans and Sinners, to the great offence of the Pharisees;
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but only in those Words, He that is able to receive this saying, let him receive it, having said just before, that all men cannot receive it, save they to whom it is given.
but only in those Words, He that is able to receive this saying, let him receive it, having said just before, that all men cannot receive it, save they to whom it is given.
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To which might be added the special Notice he took, and the tender Affection he exprest to young Children, taking them up in his arms, putting his hands upon them,
To which might be added the special Notice he took, and the tender Affection he expressed to young Children, taking them up in his arms, putting his hands upon them,
so he commonly spent the day in doing good to Men, esteeming Charity one of the best and surest Testimonies of Piety, as will appear farther hereafter.
so he commonly spent the day in doing good to Men, esteeming Charity one of the best and Surest Testimonies of Piety, as will appear farther hereafter.
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but as his Instructions and Rules of Life were plain and intelligible, so the instances of his Piety and Virtue were natural and imitable. But to proceed,
but as his Instructions and Rules of Life were plain and intelligible, so the instances of his Piety and Virtue were natural and imitable. But to proceed,
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had his Enemies nothing to lay to his Charge? He was so conscious of his Innocency, that he durst make his open appeal to the worst of them, all at once.
had his Enemies nothing to lay to his Charge? He was so conscious of his Innocency, that he durst make his open appeal to the worst of them, all At once.
'Tis true, they sometimes lay'd to his Charge the worst of Crimes, representing him as a Blasphemer, a Deceiver, a loose and prophane Man, dangerous to the Government,
It's true, they sometime laid to his Charge the worst of Crimes, representing him as a Blasphemer, a Deceiver, a lose and profane Man, dangerous to the Government,
and guilty of Treason against Caesar. But all this, when the grounds of their Accusation are consider'd, appears evidently, the result either of gross Ignorance, or perverse Malice.
and guilty of Treason against Caesar. But all this, when the grounds of their Accusation Are considered, appears evidently, the result either of gross Ignorance, or perverse Malice.
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He was no otherwise a Blasphemer or an Impostor, but as he took upon him to be the Messiah, or Son of God, for the proof of which he appeals both to their own Scriptures,
He was not otherwise a Blasphemer or an Impostor, but as he took upon him to be the Messiah, or Son of God, for the proof of which he appeals both to their own Scriptures,
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as to which he vindicates his practice unanswerably in several Discourses with them, wherein I am sure any serious Deist will allow him to have argued with great Wisdom,
as to which he vindicates his practice unanswerably in several Discourses with them, wherein I am sure any serious Deist will allow him to have argued with great Wisdom,
nay that they did not reflect upon their own practice, and therefore would not allow him to do as much for a Man, as themselves would do for an Ox or an Asse, on the Sabbath day;
nay that they did not reflect upon their own practice, and Therefore would not allow him to do as much for a Man, as themselves would do for an Ox or an Ass, on the Sabbath day;
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that they did not understand the reason and design of the Sabbath's being Instituted; that they were wholly Ignorant of the distinction between Moral and Positive Precepts;
that they did not understand the reason and Design of the Sabbath's being Instituted; that they were wholly Ignorant of the distinction between Moral and Positive Precepts;
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He would not upon any occasion intermeddle in Secular Affairs, and therefore when one desir'd him but to speak to his brother to divide the inheritance with him, he replied, Man who made me a Judge or a Divider over you? When he perceiv'd the People, apprehending him to be the Messiah, would have set him up for their King, he immediately withdrew from amongst them.
He would not upon any occasion intermeddle in Secular Affairs, and Therefore when one desired him but to speak to his brother to divide the inheritance with him, he replied, Man who made me a Judge or a Divider over you? When he perceived the People, apprehending him to be the Messiah, would have Set him up for their King, he immediately withdrew from among them.
though for that reason he gave them an answer only in general terms, such as they could lay no hold on to his disadvantage, yet it was such as seem'd evidently to favour the paying it;
though for that reason he gave them an answer only in general terms, such as they could lay no hold on to his disadvantage, yet it was such as seemed evidently to favour the paying it;
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or to Caesar, was however an instance (as our Saviour himself makes it) of his care not to offend. When Pilate examin'd him about his being a King, he tells him, that his Kingdom was not of this world, and assigns that as the Reason why his Servants were not to fight for him. To conclude this particular;
or to Caesar, was however an instance (as our Saviour himself makes it) of his care not to offend. When Pilate examined him about his being a King, he tells him, that his Kingdom was not of this world, and assigns that as the Reason why his Servants were not to fight for him. To conclude this particular;
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The matter alledged by the two that appear'd against him, was a manifest misinterpretation of his Words, they applying to the Temple, what he spake of his own Body. And after all, the High-Priest was able to find nothing to charge him with,
The matter alleged by the two that appeared against him, was a manifest misinterpretation of his Words, they applying to the Temple, what he spoke of his own Body. And After all, the High-Priest was able to find nothing to charge him with,
no nor yet Herod, &c. And he repeats it a second and a third time, expostulating the matter with them, Why, what evil hath he done? I have found no cause of death in him.
no nor yet Herod, etc. And he repeats it a second and a third time, expostulating the matter with them, Why, what evil hath he done? I have found no cause of death in him.
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And at last, when he was prevail'd upon against his Conscience, to give him up into their hands, to shew that it was his settled Judgment, that he was Innocent, he took water, and wash'd his hands before the multitude, saying, I am innocent of the bloud of this just Person: see ye to it.
And At last, when he was prevailed upon against his Conscience, to give him up into their hands, to show that it was his settled Judgement, that he was Innocent, he took water, and washed his hands before the multitude, saying, I am innocent of the blood of this just Person: see you to it.
But it may be objected, that there are some Passages related by the Evangelists themselves, which seem liable to exception, such as these following, viz. Our Saviour's allowing and justifying his Disciples, in their deviating from what may seem an innocent Custom, taken up from the Tradition of their Fathers,
But it may be objected, that there Are Some Passages related by the Evangelists themselves, which seem liable to exception, such as these following, viz. Our Saviour's allowing and justifying his Disciples, in their deviating from what may seem an innocent Custom, taken up from the Tradition of their Father's,
These are all the Passages which I can recollect, which can with any pretence be Objected against what I have been alledging, of the Inoffensiveness of our Saviour's Life;
These Are all the Passages which I can recollect, which can with any pretence be Objected against what I have been alleging, of the Inoffensiveness of our Saviour's Life;
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but as One who had receiv'd a special Commission from God, as he was a Prophet, nay, much more than a Prophet, the Messiah and Son of God, and as such he us'd a Freedom,
but as One who had received a special Commission from God, as he was a Prophet, nay, much more than a Prophet, the Messiah and Son of God, and as such he used a Freedom,
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When he allow'd his Disciples in their transgressing the Tradition of the Elders, not washing their hands when they did eat bread, 'tis plain, that he did not account the practice of the Scribes and Pharisees in that instance to be innocent.
When he allowed his Disciples in their transgressing the Tradition of the Elders, not washing their hands when they did eat bred, it's plain, that he did not account the practice of the Scribes and Pharisees in that instance to be innocent.
nay as if it had some Moral Goodness in it, and to eat with unwashen hands really defil'd a man. For this Reason our Lord is said to have call'd the multitude, and said unto them, Hear and understand.
nay as if it had Some Moral goodness in it, and to eat with unwashen hands really defiled a man. For this Reason our Lord is said to have called the multitude, and said unto them, Hear and understand.
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Nay he else-where admonish'd his Disciples and the multitude, that since the Scribes and Pharisees sat in Moses's seat, all therefore whatsoever they bid them observe, (viz. as far as it was agreeable to Moses, whose Interpreters they were,
Nay he elsewhere admonished his Disciples and the multitude, that since the Scribes and Pharisees sat in Moses's seat, all Therefore whatsoever they bid them observe, (viz. as Far as it was agreeable to Moses, whose Interpreters they were,
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as the Words following seem to imply, yet if it were within the bounds of innocent practice) that they should observe and do, though not do after their works;
as the Words following seem to imply, yet if it were within the bounds of innocent practice) that they should observe and do, though not do After their works;
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As to our Lord's Riding in a kind of Triumph into Jerusalem, a little before his Crucifixion, 'tis evident, that he then own'd himself the Messiah, by taking upon him to fulfil a Prophesie relating to him:
As to our Lord's Riding in a kind of Triumph into Jerusalem, a little before his Crucifixion, it's evident, that he then owned himself the Messiah, by taking upon him to fulfil a Prophesy relating to him:
And when he was come into the City, all the Authority he there exercised, was, where it was proper for him to do it, in his Father's house, driving out of the Temple those that had profan'd it, which he must reasonably be understood to have done,
And when he was come into the city, all the authority he there exercised, was, where it was proper for him to do it, in his Father's house, driving out of the Temple those that had profaned it, which he must reasonably be understood to have done,
Where he styles himself a Prophet, lays claim to a Miraculous Power, and declares himself appointed to discharge an Office, which he should continue to do till the time determin'd of God was come.
Where he styles himself a Prophet, lays claim to a Miraculous Power, and declares himself appointed to discharge an Office, which he should continue to do till the time determined of God was come.
As to the remaining Instance, whosoever will consider the Text fairly, will easily be satisfied, that our Saviour's meaning was not to put his Disciples upon providing Swords for his defence, but only by a Symbolical way of speaking, to forewarn them of the distresses to which they were presently to be expos'd.
As to the remaining Instance, whosoever will Consider the Text fairly, will Easily be satisfied, that our Saviour's meaning was not to put his Disciples upon providing Swords for his defence, but only by a Symbolical Way of speaking, to forewarn them of the Distresses to which they were presently to be exposed.
And accordingly when they said, Lord, behold here are two Swords, he reply'd, It is enough. Had he design'd to make use of their assistance for his defence, it had not been enough to have had two Swords; but by this short answer, he intimated, that he meant no such thing;
And accordingly when they said, Lord, behold Here Are two Swords, he replied, It is enough. Had he designed to make use of their assistance for his defence, it had not been enough to have had two Swords; but by this short answer, he intimated, that he meant no such thing;
His Simplicity and Integrity appear'd, in his free and open Conversing with all sorts of people, without any other design but the doing good to their Souls or Bodies.
His Simplicity and Integrity appeared, in his free and open Conversing with all sorts of people, without any other Design but the doing good to their Souls or Bodies.
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He treated them with that Freedom, which, as he himself told them, was us'd towards Friends, not Servants, discovering to them as much of the Will of God,
He treated them with that Freedom, which, as he himself told them, was used towards Friends, not Servants, discovering to them as much of the Will of God,
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and then, when he knew that the doing so would immediately expose him to their Malice, yet being adjur'd by the High-Priest, he plainly own'd himself the Christ, the •on of God, and as freely confest to 〈 ◊ 〉, that he was the King of the Jews.
and then, when he knew that the doing so would immediately expose him to their Malice, yet being adjured by the High-Priest, he plainly owned himself the christ, the •on of God, and as freely confessed to 〈 ◊ 〉, that he was the King of the jews.
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So conscious was he, that his Life had been all of a piece, that when the High-Priest ask'd him of his Disciples and of his Poctrine, he could make his Appeal in those words, I spake openly to the World, I ever taught in the Synagogue and in the Temple, whither the Jews always resort,
So conscious was he, that his Life had been all of a piece, that when the High-Priest asked him of his Disciples and of his Poctrine, he could make his Appeal in those words, I spoke openly to the World, I ever taught in the Synagogue and in the Temple, whither the jews always resort,
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He knew so assuredly that he could not be charg'd with the least falshood throughout the course of his Life, that he could say to Pitate, To this end was I born,
He knew so assuredly that he could not be charged with the least falsehood throughout the course of his Life, that he could say to Pitate, To this end was I born,
therefore he often gave them hints thereof, without insisting long at a time upon them, making them still more sensible of them, as the time drew near.
Therefore he often gave them hints thereof, without insisting long At a time upon them, making them still more sensible of them, as the time drew near.
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He tells them, that he had forborn to say divers things to them from the beginning, because he was with them, which yet he thought fit to impart before he left them;
He tells them, that he had forborn to say diverse things to them from the beginning, Because he was with them, which yet he Thought fit to impart before he left them;
because they could not bear them then, And for the same reason he did not put them upon some Exercises, that of fasting in particular, not only as being unseasonable whilst he was with them, but because they were not yet sufficiently prepar'd and dispos'd for the Severities of Religion.
Because they could not bear them then, And for the same reason he did not put them upon Some Exercises, that of fasting in particular, not only as being unseasonable while he was with them, but Because they were not yet sufficiently prepared and disposed for the Severities of Religion.
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as that notwithstanding all the Craft and Malice of his Enemies, he did not fall into their hands, till he had finish'd the work which God had given him to do.
as that notwithstanding all the Craft and Malice of his Enemies, he did not fallen into their hands, till he had finished the work which God had given him to do.
Upon the same account, he sometimes forbad those whom he had Cur'd, to divulge his Miracles, and at other times charg'd his Disciples not to say that he was the Christ.
Upon the same account, he sometime forbade those whom he had Cured, to divulge his Miracles, and At other times charged his Disciples not to say that he was the christ.
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IN my last Lecture upon these Words, I endeavoured to shew the Credibility of this Saying recommended by St. Paul, from the Excellency of that Pattern, which the Christian Institution proposeth to us, in the Life of our blessed Saviour, this being one Part of that Method, in which Christ Jesus saveth Sinners, Viz. That he did not only instruct us in the Particulars of our Duty by his Doctrine, but moreover hath left us an Example for our Imitation.
IN my last Lecture upon these Words, I endeavoured to show the Credibility of this Saying recommended by Saint Paul, from the Excellency of that Pattern, which the Christian Institution Proposeth to us, in the Life of our blessed Saviour, this being one Part of that Method, in which christ jesus Saveth Sinners, Viz. That he did not only instruct us in the Particulars of our Duty by his Doctrine, but moreover hath left us an Exampl for our Imitation.
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Secondly, That the Manner of our Saviour's Demeanor in these Circumstances, his Moral Qualifications and Actions, did in an especial manner exemplifie to us those Virtues which we are concern'd to imitate. Under this Head, I observ'd,
Secondly, That the Manner of our Saviour's Demeanour in these circumstances, his Moral Qualifications and Actions, did in an especial manner exemplify to us those Virtues which we Are concerned to imitate. Under this Head, I observed,
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Thus far I have proceeded, and now go on to what remains, viz. to enumerate diverse other Moral Qualifications, which were exemplified to us in an Eminent and Conspicuous Manner, in the same Life, such as these following; a genuine and substantial Piety;
Thus Far I have proceeded, and now go on to what remains, viz. to enumerate diverse other Moral Qualifications, which were exemplified to us in an Eminent and Conspicuous Manner, in the same Life, such as these following; a genuine and substantial Piety;
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Upon the return of the Disciples, whom he had sent abroad, and their giving him an Account of their Success, he ascribed it all to God, saying, All things are delivered to me of my Father;
Upon the return of the Disciples, whom he had sent abroad, and their giving him an Account of their Success, he ascribed it all to God, saying, All things Are Delivered to me of my Father;
and owning the wisdom and Goodness of God, in the Dispensations of his Providence, for so the Evangelist there tells us, that Jesus rejoyced in Spirit, and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, that thou hast hid these things from the Wise and Prudent,
and owning the Wisdom and goodness of God, in the Dispensations of his Providence, for so the Evangelist there tells us, that jesus rejoiced in Spirit, and said, I thank thee, Oh Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, that thou hast hid these things from the Wise and Prudent,
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He frequently retired by himself, for the Exercise of a more secret Devotion, between God and his own Soul. Thus we often read of his withdrawing into a Mountain, or his going apart into some desart Place, to pray;
He frequently retired by himself, for the Exercise of a more secret Devotion, between God and his own Soul. Thus we often read of his withdrawing into a Mountain, or his going apart into Some desert Place, to pray;
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or in an Evening, after he had spent the Day in Works of Charity, continuing sometimes a great part, sometimes the whole of the Night, in these Exercises.
or in an Evening, After he had spent the Day in Works of Charity, Continuing sometime a great part, sometime the Whole of the Night, in these Exercises.
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Very remarkable Instances we have of his Devotion, both in his solemn Prayer recorded by St. John, full of the most pious and devout Acknowledgments of God,
Very remarkable Instances we have of his Devotion, both in his solemn Prayer recorded by Saint John, full of the most pious and devout Acknowledgments of God,
In like manner, he often exprest his Regard to the Temple, as to God's House, and altho' he told the Woman of Samaria, that the Worship of God was not to be long confined to that, or any other particular Place,
In like manner, he often expressed his Regard to the Temple, as to God's House, and although he told the Woman of Samaria, that the Worship of God was not to be long confined to that, or any other particular Place,
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but upon two several Occasions, exprest a very extraordinary Zeal against the Prophaners of it, rebuking them vehemently for turning his father's House, which had been appointed by him for an House of prayer, into an House of Merchandize, and a Den of Thieves.
but upon two several Occasions, expressed a very extraordinary Zeal against the Profaners of it, rebuking them vehemently for turning his Father's House, which had been appointed by him for an House of prayer, into an House of Merchandise, and a Den of Thieves.
so when he was grown up to Man's Estate, he did for himself fulfil all Righteonsness. For as much as John's Baptism was from Heaven, he freely offered himself to be baptized by him,
so when he was grown up to Man's Estate, he did for himself fulfil all Righteousness. For as much as John's Baptism was from Heaven, he freely offered himself to be baptised by him,
he admonished those whom he healed of the Leprosie to offer the Gifts which Moses commanded. He attended at the Synagogue-Service, according to the Direction of the Governours of the Jewish Church,
he admonished those whom he healed of the Leprosy to offer the Gifts which Moses commanded. He attended At the Synagogue-Service, according to the Direction of the Governors of the Jewish Church,
his whole Life, from the beginning to the end, was spent in a constant Dependence upon a special Providence, especially during the time of his Publick Ministry,
his Whole Life, from the beginning to the end, was spent in a constant Dependence upon a special Providence, especially during the time of his Public Ministry,
It may seem too small an Instance to insist upon, that of his Unconcernedness in a Storm, when the Vessel he was in was covered with the Waves, and his Disciples apprehended themselves in danger of perishing; seeing he reproves his Disciples,
It may seem too small an Instance to insist upon, that of his Unconcernedness in a Storm, when the Vessel he was in was covered with the Waves, and his Disciples apprehended themselves in danger of perishing; seeing he reproves his Disciples,
When his Disciples discovered their unwillingness to go into Judea, as apprehending the Danger he would be exposed to there, he tells them what was the Principle upon which he acted;
When his Disciples discovered their unwillingness to go into Judea, as apprehending the Danger he would be exposed to there, he tells them what was the Principle upon which he acted;
because he sees the Light of this World, &c. As if he had said, Whatsoever dangers might threaten him, he could safely commit himself to the Divine Protection, which would certainly preserve him till he had finished his Work.
Because he sees the Light of this World, etc. As if he had said, Whatsoever dangers might threaten him, he could safely commit himself to the Divine Protection, which would Certainly preserve him till he had finished his Work.
When his Enemies had seized him, and upon that occasion Peter drew his Sword, our Lord rebuked his irregular Zeal, by declaring his belief, that he could have obtained an Army of Angels to rescue him, had it been a thing fit for him to ask, or for God to grant.
When his Enemies had seized him, and upon that occasion Peter drew his Sword, our Lord rebuked his irregular Zeal, by declaring his belief, that he could have obtained an Army of Angels to rescue him, had it been a thing fit for him to ask, or for God to grant.
In the Day time he was teaching in the Temple, whither the People came early in the Morning to hear him, and he usually spent the whole Day, either in instructing the Minds,
In the Day time he was teaching in the Temple, whither the People Come early in the Morning to hear him, and he usually spent the Whole Day, either in instructing the Minds,
His coming into the VVorld, his appearing in such mean Circumstances, especially his suffering so many hard things both living and dying, were sufficient Evidences of an entire Resignation of his own VVill to the VVill of God.
His coming into the World, his appearing in such mean circumstances, especially his suffering so many hard things both living and dying, were sufficient Evidences of an entire Resignation of his own VVill to the VVill of God.
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How full of devout Submission was his Prayer in his Agony, when his Soul was seized with amazement and anguish, when it was exceeding sorrowful, even unto Death, when the anguish of his Spirit caused him to sweat as it were great Drops of Blood falling down to the Ground, when he had all the Sense of,
How full of devout Submission was his Prayer in his Agony, when his Soul was seized with amazement and anguish, when it was exceeding sorrowful, even unto Death, when the anguish of his Spirit caused him to sweat as it were great Drops of Blood falling down to the Ground, when he had all the Sense of,
and felt all the Reluctancy to his Sufferings, which innocent Humane Nature was capable of, falling on his face, and saying, O my father, if it be possible, let this Cup pass from me;
and felt all the Reluctancy to his Sufferings, which innocent Humane Nature was capable of, falling on his face, and saying, Oh my father, if it be possible, let this Cup pass from me;
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nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt, repeating the same Words a second, and a third time! The same resigned Temper he again testified to Peter, when he said, The Cup which my father hath given me, shall I not drink it?
nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt, repeating the same Words a second, and a third time! The same resigned Temper he again testified to Peter, when he said, The Cup which my father hath given me, shall I not drink it?
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and it was this, which exceedingly inhanced the Virtue of our Saviour's Submission, that he appears to have had so quick and tender a Sense both of his approaching and present Sufferings, and yet submitted.
and it was this, which exceedingly enhanced the Virtue of our Saviour's Submission, that he appears to have had so quick and tender a Sense both of his approaching and present Sufferings, and yet submitted.
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He spent his time, as appears by the Account the Evangelists give us throughout their History, in instructing the Ignorant, reproving the Guilty, inviting Sinners to Repentance, encouraging the Penitent,
He spent his time, as appears by the Account the Evangelists give us throughout their History, in instructing the Ignorant, reproving the Guilty, inviting Sinners to Repentance, encouraging the Penitent,
I mention the Cures he wrought, because it is impossible to represent the Life of our Saviour truly, without taking Notice of those Actions, which filled up so considerable a part of his Life,
I mention the Cures he wrought, Because it is impossible to represent the Life of our Saviour truly, without taking Notice of those Actions, which filled up so considerable a part of his Life,
and consequently of his History, and which were indeed so notorious, as that the Jews themselves, together with the most Learned of the Ancient Infidels among the Pagans, such as Julian and Celsus, acknowledged them,
and consequently of his History, and which were indeed so notorious, as that the jews themselves, together with the most Learned of the Ancient Infidels among the Pagans, such as Julian and Celsus, acknowledged them,
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but only upon the Charity which he exercised therein, all the Miracles, which are ascribed to him, being also so many Instances of Kindness and Beneficence.
but only upon the Charity which he exercised therein, all the Miracles, which Are ascribed to him, being also so many Instances of Kindness and Beneficence.
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But to shew that he did not intend to confine his Charity to the Jews only, he extended it to the Samaritans, and to the Gentiles also, as there was occasion offered.
But to show that he did not intend to confine his Charity to the jews only, he extended it to the Samaritans, and to the Gentiles also, as there was occasion offered.
When he was willing to retire, yet if the People followed and prest upon him, his Compassion moved him to entertain them kindly, to teach, to heal, and to feed them.
When he was willing to retire, yet if the People followed and pressed upon him, his Compassion moved him to entertain them kindly, to teach, to heal, and to feed them.
but often prevented the miserable, and sav'd them the trouble of petitioning, by kindly offering his Assistance, whenever he beheld a compassionable Object.
but often prevented the miserable, and saved them the trouble of petitioning, by kindly offering his Assistance, whenever he beheld a compassionable Object.
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and again finding him a little after in the Temple, he made his first Kindness the Occasion of a second and a greater favour, admonishing him to improve the Blessing he had received:
and again finding him a little After in the Temple, he made his First Kindness the Occasion of a second and a greater favour, admonishing him to improve the Blessing he had received:
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His raising the Widow's Son, was another Instance of the same kind, when his Goodness moved him to surprize the sorrowful Mother with an unexpected Favour.
His raising the Widow's Son, was Another Instance of the same kind, when his goodness moved him to surprise the sorrowful Mother with an unexpected Favour.
He did, as his Gospel hath obliged his Disciples, Good for Evil. Even when his Enemies exercised the utmost of their Malice and Fury against him, he ceased not to pity and to pray for them.
He did, as his Gospel hath obliged his Disciples, Good for Evil. Even when his Enemies exercised the utmost of their Malice and Fury against him, he ceased not to pity and to pray for them.
O Jerusalem, Jerusalem! How often would I have gathered thy Children together, even as a Hen gathereth her Chickens under her Wings, and ye would not!
Oh Jerusalem, Jerusalem! How often would I have gathered thy Children together, even as a Hen gathereth her Chickens under her Wings, and you would not!
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Even when he was nailed to the Cross, and felt the worst that they could do to him, he made the best Apology for them, that Charity could invent, with his dying Breath recommending those that crucified him, to the Mercy of God.
Even when he was nailed to the Cross, and felt the worst that they could do to him, he made the best Apology for them, that Charity could invent, with his dying Breath recommending those that Crucified him, to the Mercy of God.
And herein was Love, the greatest that ever any other Man could be suppos'd to have for his very best Friend; but Jesus exercis'd it towards his Enemies, towards ungodly Men and Sinners, after which I need not,
And herein was Love, the greatest that ever any other Man could be supposed to have for his very best Friend; but jesus exercised it towards his Enemies, towards ungodly Men and Sinners, After which I need not,
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but in neither of these Instances was there any thing justly liable to censure. He always made the Entertainment an Oportunity, not only of obliging such as invited him,
but in neither of these Instances was there any thing justly liable to censure. He always made the Entertainment an Opportunity, not only of obliging such as invited him,
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Our Lord did not indeed withdraw from the World, as I have already observ'd, that he might place himself out of the reach of sensible Objects, by which Men are so apt to be ensnared;
Our Lord did not indeed withdraw from the World, as I have already observed, that he might place himself out of the reach of sensible Objects, by which Men Are so apt to be Ensnared;
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nor exercise any of those foolish Austerities, for which some fanciful Religionists have been famous; (all which in Truth looks either like a cowardly forsaking the Station which Providence hath assign'd us, in order to keep out of harms way, doing little or no good, in order to the doing no evil;
nor exercise any of those foolish Austerities, for which Some fanciful Religionists have been famous; (all which in Truth looks either like a cowardly forsaking the Station which Providence hath assigned us, in order to keep out of harms Way, doing little or no good, in order to the doing no evil;
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or seems at the best but the result of Ignorance and Superstition:) but he preserv'd himself innocent and pure, (as we ought to do) in Ways and Methods suitable to the Condition of Humane Nature,
or seems At the best but the result of Ignorance and Superstition:) but he preserved himself innocent and pure, (as we ought to do) in Ways and Methods suitable to the Condition of Humane Nature,
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and the Design of this present Life, always keeping his Body in that perfect Subjection to his Spirit, that it might be a ready Instrument either in doing or suffering the Will of God.
and the Design of this present Life, always keeping his Body in that perfect Subjection to his Spirit, that it might be a ready Instrument either in doing or suffering the Will of God.
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As he had subdued his Flesh before, so then he suffered in it, instructing us thereby to arm our selves with the same Mind, ceasing from sin, and living the rest of our time in the Flesh, not to the Lusts of Men,
As he had subdued his Flesh before, so then he suffered in it, instructing us thereby to arm our selves with the same Mind, ceasing from since, and living the rest of our time in the Flesh, not to the Lustiest of Men,
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I have already observ'd, That his voluntary assuming our Nature, and submitting to all the Circumstances with which his Incarnation was attended, were Instances of a wonderful Condescension;
I have already observed, That his voluntary assuming our Nature, and submitting to all the circumstances with which his Incarnation was attended, were Instances of a wondered Condescension;
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When he once accepted the Respect and Applauses of the People, it was, as the Evangelist observes, from the Multitudes, and as himself expresses it, out of the Mouth of Babes and Sucklings, and this too not till he knew that the time of his leaving this World drew near.
When he once accepted the Respect and Applauses of the People, it was, as the Evangelist observes, from the Multitudes, and as himself Expresses it, out of the Mouth of Babes and Sucklings, and this too not till he knew that the time of his leaving this World drew near.
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though unreasonably, cause him to be despis'd by that evil Generation, sacrificing his very Reputation to the Honour of God, and the Benefit of Mankind.
though unreasonably, cause him to be despised by that evil Generation, sacrificing his very Reputation to the Honour of God, and the Benefit of Mankind.
not thereby denying himself to be good, or that he was really God; but making this Reply to one that spake to him in the Style, which the Jews us'd towards their Doctors, looking upon him as a meer Man, according to the Form, which he had taken upon him.
not thereby denying himself to be good, or that he was really God; but making this Reply to one that spoke to him in the Style, which the jews used towards their Doctors, looking upon him as a mere Man, according to the From, which he had taken upon him.
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and were desirous to be deliver'd from the Burden of them, assuring them for their Encouragement, that he was lowly in Heart. His Disciples marvelled, when they saw him talking with the Woman of Samaria, which he readily condescended to do for her Instruction.
and were desirous to be Delivered from the Burden of them, assuring them for their Encouragement, that he was lowly in Heart. His Disciples marveled, when they saw him talking with the Woman of Samaria, which he readily condescended to do for her Instruction.
and testified an especial Regard to all such as should be found like to them, in simplicity and humility of Temper, however little and inconsiderable they might appear in the Eyes of the World.
and testified an especial Regard to all such as should be found like to them, in simplicity and humility of Temper, however little and inconsiderable they might appear in the Eyes of the World.
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He declar'd, that whosoever should do the Will of his heavenly Father, without any regard to his Quality or Circumstances in the World, was to him as his his Brother, his Sister, and his Mother.
He declared, that whosoever should do the Will of his heavenly Father, without any regard to his Quality or circumstances in the World, was to him as his his Brother, his Sister, and his Mother.
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Towards his Disciples he carried it not only as a Brother and a Friend, but sometimes also as a Servant. Nay, a little before he left them, he took the Habit of a Servant upon him, and wash'd their Feet, telling them, that he, their Lord and Master, did this, to give them an Example, that they might do likewise.
Towards his Disciples he carried it not only as a Brother and a Friend, but sometime also as a Servant. Nay, a little before he left them, he took the Habit of a Servant upon him, and washed their Feet, telling them, that he, their Lord and Master, did this, to give them an Exampl, that they might do likewise.
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And this indeed was the greatest Expression and Testimony of Humility, that was possible, that after having liv'd an humble and a despis'd Life, he should submit to an accursed death, attended with the most ignominious Circ•mstances;
And this indeed was the greatest Expression and Testimony of Humility, that was possible, that After having lived an humble and a despised Life, he should submit to an accursed death, attended with the most ignominious Circ•mstances;
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This was the Natural Effect of his Humility, and therefore he joins his Meekness and Lowliness in He••t, when he invites and encourages Sinners to con•• to him.
This was the Natural Effect of his Humility, and Therefore he joins his Meekness and Lowliness in He••t, when he invites and encourages Sinners to con•• to him.
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a bruised Reed he should not break, nor quench the smoaking Flax, importing, that by his meek and gentle behaviour he should encourage & strengthen the humble & weakhearted.
a Bruised Reed he should not break, nor quench the smoking Flax, importing, that by his meek and gentle behaviour he should encourage & strengthen the humble & weakhearted.
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and they suffer'd themselves to be overtaken with Sleep, he only said, applying himself particularly to Peter, who had exprest the greatest Confidence, What, could ye not watch with me one Hour? Watch and pray, that ye enter not into Temptation. The Spirit indeed is willing: but the Flesh is weak.
and they suffered themselves to be overtaken with Sleep, he only said, applying himself particularly to Peter, who had expressed the greatest Confidence, What, could you not watch with me one Hour? Watch and pray, that you enter not into Temptation. The Spirit indeed is willing: but the Flesh is weak.
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nay, as an Impostor, and a Magician, he often condescended to argue the Case with them, giving them unanswerable Arguments, and very mild Words, in his own Vindication, in order,
nay, as an Impostor, and a Magician, he often condescended to argue the Case with them, giving them unanswerable Arguments, and very mild Words, in his own Vindication, in order,
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'Tis true, he did sometimes take another Course with these Men, accusing and upbraiding them in a very severe manner, telling them they were Hypocrites, Fools and blind, an evil and an adulterous Generation, Serpents, and a Generation of Vipers, and finally Children of the Devil, which may seem an Objection against the Meekness of his Temper and Behaviour.
It's true, he did sometime take Another Course with these Men, accusing and upbraiding them in a very severe manner, telling them they were Hypocrites, Fools and blind, an evil and an adulterous Generation, Serpents, and a Generation of Vipers, and finally Children of the devil, which may seem an Objection against the Meekness of his Temper and Behaviour.
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But if the Matter be throughly considered, this admits of a very fair Account, and such as is altogether consistent with what I have said upon this Head.
But if the Matter be thoroughly considered, this admits of a very fair Account, and such as is altogether consistent with what I have said upon this Head.
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Supposing the Scribes and Pharisees to have been of such a Temper as the History of the Evangelists represents them (of which there can be no reason to doubt) there's nothing said of them by our Saviour, but what was strictly true.
Supposing the Scribes and Pharisees to have been of such a Temper as the History of the Evangelists represents them (of which there can be no reason to doubt) there's nothing said of them by our Saviour, but what was strictly true.
than by resembling it to that of venemous Creatures, or accursed Spirits, and is in truth so exquisitely bad, that hardly any thing bad enough can be said of it.
than by resembling it to that of venomous Creatures, or accursed Spirits, and is in truth so exquisitely bad, that hardly any thing bad enough can be said of it.
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but our blessed Saviour, who, as we believe, thorowly knew the Hearts of Men, and was come into the World with a special and extraordinary Commission from God, might well be allow'd, to tell them their own, in the plainest Terms.
but our blessed Saviour, who, as we believe, thoroughly knew the Hearts of Men, and was come into the World with a special and extraordinary Commission from God, might well be allowed, to tell them their own, in the Plainest Terms.
Especially if we add, That he had taken the gentler Course first, mildly arguing with them, with Great Strength of Reason, as I have already observed. To conclude this Particular;
Especially if we add, That he had taken the Gentler Course First, mildly arguing with them, with Great Strength of Reason, as I have already observed. To conclude this Particular;
and Elders, that came with Judas, he address'd himself in this mild Language, Be ye come out as against a Thief, with Swords and Staves? When I was daily with you in the Temple, ye stretched forth no Hands against me:
and Elders, that Come with Judas, he addressed himself in this mild Language, Be you come out as against a Thief, with Swords and Staves? When I was daily with you in the Temple, you stretched forth no Hands against me:
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nor when he was presently after brought upon his Tryal; nor under his Sufferings themselves. But that leads me to another Instance, nearly allyed to this of Meekness, Viz.
nor when he was presently After brought upon his Trial; nor under his Sufferings themselves. But that leads me to Another Instance, nearly allied to this of Meekness, Viz.
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That he quietly underwent many Inconveniencies and Hardships, through the Course of a mean and poor Life, may be rather call'd Contentedness than Patience;
That he quietly underwent many Inconveniences and Hardships, through the Course of a mean and poor Life, may be rather called Contentedness than Patience;
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When he stood before the Council, and they laid many grievous things to his Charge, which he knew to be false, he held his peace. When an Officer insolently stroke him, without any Order from the Council, he only said, If I have spoken evil; bear witness of the evil: But if well;
When he stood before the Council, and they laid many grievous things to his Charge, which he knew to be false, he held his peace. When an Officer insolently stroke him, without any Order from the Council, he only said, If I have spoken evil; bear witness of the evil: But if well;
why smitest thou me? When Pilate order'd him to be scourged, and when the Soldiers spit upon him, mockt him, and abused him in diverse rude and insolent Ways, his Patience was still invincible.
why smitest thou me? When Pilate ordered him to be scourged, and when the Soldiers spit upon him, mocked him, and abused him in diverse rude and insolent Ways, his Patience was still invincible.
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as to One in whom he knew he had a sure Interest, notwithstanding the Severity of his Sufferings, in which Confidence he immediately after •esigned his Spirit to him.
as to One in whom he knew he had a sure Interest, notwithstanding the Severity of his Sufferings, in which Confidence he immediately After •esigned his Spirit to him.
I might begin with the Constancy which he shew'd in resisting the Temptation of the Devil, when he assaulted him by several different Methods, at his setting out upon his great Work;
I might begin with the Constancy which he showed in resisting the Temptation of the devil, when he assaulted him by several different Methods, At his setting out upon his great Work;
which to those who are his Disciples, is a Pattern to instruct and encourage them, in withstanding all the Attempts of their Spiritual and Invisible Enemy:
which to those who Are his Disciples, is a Pattern to instruct and encourage them, in withstanding all the Attempts of their Spiritual and Invisible Enemy:
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But I rather chuse to take Notice of his Constancy in resisting and overcoming all the Temptations he met with from Men, of which we have many Instances, which cannot be denyed by our Adversaries themselves.
But I rather choose to take Notice of his Constancy in resisting and overcoming all the Temptations he met with from Men, of which we have many Instances, which cannot be denied by our Adversaries themselves.
nor discouraged by the Reproaches and Threatnings of those he had to do with. Sometimes nothing would satisfie the People, but to set him up immediately for a King;
nor discouraged by the Reproaches and Threatenings of those he had to do with. Sometime nothing would satisfy the People, but to Set him up immediately for a King;
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but, because he knew this was not agreeable to the design of his coming, he declin'd the Offer At other times, his Enemies would speak him fair, in order to betray him:
but, Because he knew this was not agreeable to the Design of his coming, he declined the Offer At other times, his Enemies would speak him fair, in order to betray him:
When any of the Festivals requir'd his Presence at Jerusalem, he went thither, tho' he knew that they sought his Life; nay, he went to the Temple, and taught publickly in the midst of their most solemn Assemblies,
When any of the Festivals required his Presence At Jerusalem, he went thither, though he knew that they sought his Life; nay, he went to the Temple, and taught publicly in the midst of their most solemn Assemblies,
Do the Rulers know indeed that this is the very Christ? But most remarkably did he do this at his last Passover, when his Disciples, apprehensive of the Jews Designs against him, would have deterr'd him from going up, but could not prevail.
Do the Rulers know indeed that this is the very christ? But most remarkably did he do this At his last Passover, when his Disciples, apprehensive of the jews Designs against him, would have deterred him from going up, but could not prevail.
As he was going up with them, he told them, plainly and very particularly, the Things which should befal him at Jerusalem, yet he enter'd into the City in a more Publick and Solemn Manner, than he had ever done before;
As he was going up with them, he told them, plainly and very particularly, the Things which should befall him At Jerusalem, yet he entered into the city in a more Public and Solemn Manner, than he had ever done before;
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and altho' he went in the Evenings to lodge at Bethany, yet he return'd in the Morning to Jerusalem, where he continued to converse freely and openly, till he was apprehended.
and although he went in the Evenings to lodge At Bethany, yet he returned in the Morning to Jerusalem, where he continued to converse freely and openly, till he was apprehended.
When his Discourse was finish'd, and he had recommended himself and them to God by Prayer, he went with them directly to the Garden, there expecting the Traitor Judas, who knew the Place, as being that to which Jesus was wont to resort with his Disciples.
When his Discourse was finished, and he had recommended himself and them to God by Prayer, he went with them directly to the Garden, there expecting the Traitor Judas, who knew the Place, as being that to which jesus was wont to resort with his Disciples.
When he was brought first before the Chief Priest and Council, and afterwards before Pilate, he was so far from a cowardly Tergiversation, that with great Resolution and Constancy of Mind, he own'd himself to be what he was,
When he was brought First before the Chief Priest and Council, and afterwards before Pilate, he was so Far from a cowardly Tergiversation, that with great Resolution and Constancy of Mind, he owned himself to be what he was,
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and when they wanted Evidence to convict him, gave them an Oportunity of doing it out of his own Mouth, witnessing, as St. Paul expresses it, a good Confession.
and when they wanted Evidence to convict him, gave them an Opportunity of doing it out of his own Mouth, witnessing, as Saint Paul Expresses it, a good Confessi.
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'Tis true, that both in his Agony in the Garden (as I before observ•d) and likewise whilst he was upon the Cross, he discover'd a very quick Sense of his Sufferings,
It's true, that both in his Agony in the Garden (as I before observ•d) and likewise while he was upon the Cross, he discovered a very quick Sense of his Sufferings,
and such as some of the Adversaries of Christianity have urged as a plausible Argument, that our Saviour wanted that Courage and Firmness of Spirit, which I have ascribed to him.
and such as Some of the Adversaries of Christianity have urged as a plausible Argument, that our Saviour wanted that Courage and Firmness of Spirit, which I have ascribed to him.
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but that they want also a just Idea of the Frame of Humane Nature. The Virtue of Courage cannot consist in the Strength and Vigor of the Animal Spirits;
but that they want also a just Idea of the Frame of Humane Nature. The Virtue of Courage cannot consist in the Strength and Vigor of the Animal Spirits;
On the contrary the most excellent Constitution, particularly to the Purposes of Virtue and Piety, is undoubtedly that which is most tender and sensible;
On the contrary the most excellent Constitution, particularly to the Purposes of Virtue and Piety, is undoubtedly that which is most tender and sensible;
and such a Constitution we may therefore reasonably presume our Saviour's to have been, which as it would necessarily occasion a very quick Sense both of the Pain and the Ignominy he was exposed to,
and such a Constitution we may Therefore reasonably presume our Saviour's to have been, which as it would necessarily occasion a very quick Sense both of the Pain and the Ignominy he was exposed to,
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He, whom we Christians believe to have been the Son of God, and to have suffered for the Sins of Men, in order to the making Expiation for them, must necessarily have had a deep Sense of the Displeasure of his heavenly Father, on Account of the Apostacy of Mankind;
He, whom we Christians believe to have been the Son of God, and to have suffered for the Sins of Men, in order to the making Expiation for them, must necessarily have had a deep Sense of the Displeasure of his heavenly Father, on Account of the Apostasy of Mankind;
and from thence considered the Difficulty of recovering Sinners to God, and the Misery to which a great Part of Mankind would through their own Perverseness still expose themselves, notwithstanding all he did and suffered for them.
and from thence considered the Difficulty of recovering Sinners to God, and the Misery to which a great Part of Mankind would through their own Perverseness still expose themselves, notwithstanding all he did and suffered for them.
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as to be deeply touch'd with these and many other such like Apprehensions, which may not perhaps duly affect us, through our Ignorance, inconsiderateness and narrowness of Spirit.
as to be deeply touched with these and many other such like Apprehensions, which may not perhaps duly affect us, through our Ignorance, inconsiderateness and narrowness of Spirit.
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as innocent Humane Nature is capable of feeling, that by this Means his Sufferings might be so much the more considerable and valuabe, to the Ends for which they were designed.
as innocent Humane Nature is capable of feeling, that by this Means his Sufferings might be so much the more considerable and valuabe, to the Ends for which they were designed.
And I doubt not, but whosoever has good Nature and Religion enough to be in any measure touch'd with these Considerations, will readily acknowledge, that as our Saviour's Sufferings were much greater than those of any other Man upon Earth,
And I doubt not, but whosoever has good Nature and Religion enough to be in any measure touched with these Considerations, will readily acknowledge, that as our Saviour's Sufferings were much greater than those of any other Man upon Earth,
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since notwithstanding all their aggravating Circumstances, he persisted to the last in a submissive Resignation of himself to the Will of God. To conclude this Particular;
since notwithstanding all their aggravating circumstances, he persisted to the last in a submissive Resignation of himself to the Will of God. To conclude this Particular;
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so whilst he hung upon the Cross, and his Pain and Grief must be supposed most exquisite, he said diverse things, which shewed both the Clearness of his Apprehension,
so while he hung upon the Cross, and his Pain and Grief must be supposed most exquisite, he said diverse things, which showed both the Clearness of his Apprehension,
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And thus I have gone through what I proposed, briefly pointing at several Instances, in which our blessed Saviour hath given us an Example, and of which the Evangelists have given us a more full and particular Narrative;
And thus I have gone through what I proposed, briefly pointing At several Instances, in which our blessed Saviour hath given us an Exampl, and of which the Evangelists have given us a more full and particular Narrative;
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and had the Evangelists been furnish'd with no greater Abilities than their Education had given them, we could not possibly have had from them, such fair Characters of True Goodness, of Solid Piety and Virtue of all Kinds, without the least Defect or Mixture,
and had the Evangelists been furnished with no greater Abilities than their Education had given them, we could not possibly have had from them, such fair Characters of True goodness, of Solid Piety and Virtue of all Kinds, without the least Defect or Mixture,
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I shall conclude this Discourse with admonishing my self, and all that hear me, of the mighty Obligation this Example lays upon all the professed Disciples of Jesus. It is the Example of him whom we call our Lord and Master, who took our Nature upon him, that he might not only teach,
I shall conclude this Discourse with admonishing my self, and all that hear me, of the mighty Obligation this Exampl lays upon all the professed Disciples of jesus. It is the Exampl of him whom we call our Lord and Master, who took our Nature upon him, that he might not only teach,
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but shew us how to live, and who hath engaged us in the highest manner, by living and dying for our sakes 'Tis, in a word, the Example of God, when he became Man, that he might restore us to the Image and the Favour of God.
but show us how to live, and who hath engaged us in the highest manner, by living and dying for our sakes It's, in a word, the Exampl of God, when he became Man, that he might restore us to the Image and the Favour of God.
by this Means we may hope to convince Unbelievers, and to procure that Esteem and Honour to the Name of our Lord, which is due from all Mankind. FINIS.
by this Means we may hope to convince Unbelievers, and to procure that Esteem and Honour to the Name of our Lord, which is due from all Mankind. FINIS.
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IN discoursing of the Method, in which the great Mediator between God and Man, Christ Jesus, hath undertaken to save Sinners, I propos'd to consider the Necessities of fallen Men,
IN discoursing of the Method, in which the great Mediator between God and Man, christ jesus, hath undertaken to save Sinners, I proposed to Consider the Necessities of fallen Men,
and thereby to evince both that we had very great need of the assistance of a Mediator, and that no Method, which we can possibly think of, could have so fully answer'd the end of providing for our Necessities, as that which our blessed Saviour, by his coming into the World hath been pleas'd to take.
and thereby to evince both that we had very great need of the assistance of a Mediator, and that no Method, which we can possibly think of, could have so Fully answered the end of providing for our Necessities, as that which our blessed Saviour, by his coming into the World hath been pleased to take.
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The two former of these I have consider'd at large, and now proceed to those two which remain, which I shall treat of with greater Brevity, what I have to offer upon these Heads, not requiring so much inlargment, as on the former.
The two former of these I have considered At large, and now proceed to those two which remain, which I shall Treat of with greater Brevity, what I have to offer upon these Heads, not requiring so much Enlargement, as on the former.
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Thirdly therefore, The next Difficulty which fallen Men are under, is this, That they find themselves indispos'd and unable to comply with the Divine Will,
Thirdly Therefore, The next Difficulty which fallen Men Are under, is this, That they find themselves indisposed and unable to comply with the Divine Will,
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and will seriously study the Writings of the New Testament, in which a particular account of each of them is contain'd, must acknowledge, that a profess'd Christian cannot want sufficient Instruction, in all the particulars of his Duty:
and will seriously study the Writings of the New Testament, in which a particular account of each of them is contained, must acknowledge, that a professed Christian cannot want sufficient Instruction, in all the particulars of his Duty:
But there is still something farther necessary, viz. to be both able and willing to comply with the Precepts, and to imitate the Example thus set before him.
But there is still something farther necessary, viz. to be both able and willing to comply with the Precepts, and to imitate the Exampl thus Set before him.
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Christians themselves confess, and complain with the Apostle, that they see another Law in their Members, warring against the Law of their Minds, which, antecedently to the Grace of the Gospel, brings them into Captivity. And the Adversaries of Christianity make this a great Objection against our holy Profession,
Christians themselves confess, and complain with the Apostle, that they see Another Law in their Members, warring against the Law of their Minds, which, antecedently to the Grace of the Gospel, brings them into Captivity. And the Adversaries of Christianity make this a great Objection against our holy Profession,
And this is evidently the Reason, why so many profess'd Christians act disagreeably to their Profession, viz. That their Appetites and Passions are too strong for their Understanding and Reason:
And this is evidently the Reason, why so many professed Christians act disagreeably to their Profession, viz. That their Appetites and Passion Are too strong for their Understanding and Reason:
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to Will, that is to have some faint and imperfect inclination to act according to the conviction of their Judgments, is present with them; but how to perform that which is good, they find not:
to Will, that is to have Some faint and imperfect inclination to act according to the conviction of their Judgments, is present with them; but how to perform that which is good, they find not:
for after all, the Experience of every good Christian fully satisfies him, that the present Pleasure, which attends a faithful compliance with the Precepts of the Gospel, greatly preponderates all its difficulties;
for After all, the Experience of every good Christian Fully Satisfies him, that the present Pleasure, which attends a faithful compliance with the Precepts of the Gospel, greatly preponderates all its difficulties;
But nevertheless, thus it falls out, through the Error and Corruption of Mankind, that Men are frequently misled by a present Pleasure, which they feel in complying with their sensual inclinations;
But nevertheless, thus it falls out, through the Error and Corruption of Mankind, that Men Are frequently misled by a present Pleasure, which they feel in complying with their sensual inclinations;
Now to balance this, our Blessed Saviour hath by his Gospel propos'd, over and above the present satisfaction and Pleasure which are to be found in compliance with his Laws, future rewards for our Obedience,
Now to balance this, our Blessed Saviour hath by his Gospel proposed, over and above the present satisfaction and Pleasure which Are to be found in compliance with his Laws, future rewards for our obedience,
and they are of especial Use to us, during this state of our Tryal, to preserve us from being influenc'd by the false and deceitful appearances of present and sensible Objects.
and they Are of especial Use to us, during this state of our Trial, to preserve us from being influenced by the false and deceitful appearances of present and sensible Objects.
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as to those who thoroughly believe and consider them, will appear infinitely to outweigh all the present Pleasures by which foolish Sinners are courted,
as to those who thoroughly believe and Consider them, will appear infinitely to outweigh all the present Pleasures by which foolish Sinners Are courted,
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but from the general view which the Gospel hath given us, both of the Quality, and the Duration of this future Happiness and Misery, we have all the reason in the World to infer, that nothing,
but from the general view which the Gospel hath given us, both of the Quality, and the Duration of this future Happiness and Misery, we have all the reason in the World to infer, that nothing,
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but either downright disbelief of these things, or the want of representing them duly to our Minds, by frequent and serious consideration, can render them ineffectual to excite our hope and fear to that degree,
but either downright disbelief of these things, or the want of representing them duly to our Minds, by frequent and serious consideration, can render them ineffectual to excite our hope and Fear to that degree,
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For the farther promoting of which ends, the Gospel hath fully and clearly asserted the Reality and Certainty of these future Recompences, not speaking of them,
For the farther promoting of which ends, the Gospel hath Fully and clearly asserted the Reality and Certainty of these future Recompenses, not speaking of them,
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and by consequence for moving us effectually to comply with its Precepts, altogether surpasses what has been done by any other institution of Religion.
and by consequence for moving us effectually to comply with its Precepts, altogether Surpasses what has been done by any other Institution of Religion.
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It would be ridiculous to compare the dreams of Pagan Poets, or the Mahometan Fables, concerning the Rewards and Punishments of the life to come, with the Promises and Threatnings of the Gospel.
It would be ridiculous to compare the dreams of Pagan Poets, or the Mahometan Fables, Concerning the Rewards and Punishments of the life to come, with the Promises and Threatenings of the Gospel.
As to the Mosaical Institution, which we Christians acknowledge to have been Divine, it look'd no farther in its Promises and Threatnings, at least not in plain and express terms,
As to the Mosaical Institution, which we Christians acknowledge to have been Divine, it looked no farther in its Promises and Threatenings, At least not in plain and express terms,
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but yet the wisest and best Philosophers express'd themselves very dubiously with respect to a future State, of which sufficient Evidence might be produc'd both from Socrates amongst the Greeks, and Tully amongst the Romans, who seem to have gone as far as any others in the Expectation and Hope of Immortality;
but yet the Wisest and best Philosophers expressed themselves very dubiously with respect to a future State, of which sufficient Evidence might be produced both from Socrates among the Greeks, and Tully among the Roman, who seem to have gone as Far as any Others in the Expectation and Hope of Immortality;
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as might suffice to balance the Temptations of the present Life, at least with the vulgar and unthinking part of Men, which is by far the greater number.
as might suffice to balance the Temptations of the present Life, At least with the Vulgar and unthinking part of Men, which is by Far the greater number.
Whereas the Gospel speaks so plainly, and so positively of these matters, as may be sufficient to influence all sorts of Men by whom it is believed. To conclude this Particular;
Whereas the Gospel speaks so plainly, and so positively of these matters, as may be sufficient to influence all sorts of Men by whom it is believed. To conclude this Particular;
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The belief of the Recompences of the Life to come, as reveal'd by the Gospel, is that which has made so wide a difference between the Christian and the Pagan World.
The belief of the Recompenses of the Life to come, as revealed by the Gospel, is that which has made so wide a difference between the Christian and the Pagan World.
There are indeed in this degenerate State of the Christian Church, abundance of Men professing themselves Christians, who are yet as unreform'd as the worst of Infidels:
There Are indeed in this degenerate State of the Christian Church, abundance of Men professing themselves Christians, who Are yet as unreformed as the worst of Infidels:
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But as this is certain, that where Christianity is Profess'd, there are far greater numbers of all Ranks of Men, who are persuaded to the practice of Piety and Virtue,
But as this is certain, that where Christianity is Professed, there Are Far greater numbers of all Ranks of Men, who Are persuaded to the practice of Piety and Virtue,
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And 'tis that, which those who are become Christians in good earnest, hearty lovers of Piety and Virtue, are forc'd often to have recourse to, seriously representing to their own Minds, those future Recompenses which the Gospel assures them of, in order to the strengthening their good Resolutions, and the fortifying themselves against the many Temptations they meet with in this evil World.
And it's that, which those who Are become Christians in good earnest, hearty lovers of Piety and Virtue, Are forced often to have recourse to, seriously representing to their own Minds, those future Recompenses which the Gospel assures them of, in order to the strengthening their good Resolutions, and the fortifying themselves against the many Temptations they meet with in this evil World.
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By all which, we may perceive the great Usefulness, and even Necessity of these Motives, which the Gospel hath offer'd to our Consideration. But this is not all; for
By all which, we may perceive the great Usefulness, and even Necessity of these Motives, which the Gospel hath offered to our Consideration. But this is not all; for
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Every created and finite Spirit must be supposed necessarily and constantly to depend upon that Spirit which is uncreated and infinite, ever standing in need of Influences from him.
Every created and finite Spirit must be supposed necessarily and constantly to depend upon that Spirit which is uncreated and infinite, ever standing in need of Influences from him.
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This, as I have formerly observ'd, results from the Nature and Condition of a Creature, to be of it self mutable and fallible, insomuch that it can by no other means preserve its Integrity,
This, as I have formerly observed, results from the Nature and Condition of a Creature, to be of it self mutable and fallible, insomuch that it can by no other means preserve its Integrity,
It was, as I have taken Notice, from neglecting to adhere to God and depend upon him, that our first Parents apostatiz'd, whereby they and their Off-spring became, not mutable and fallible; that they were before;
It was, as I have taken Notice, from neglecting to adhere to God and depend upon him, that our First Parents apostatized, whereby they and their Offspring became, not mutable and fallible; that they were before;
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but, as Experience too plainly proves, very much disorder'd and weaken'd in all their Faculties, having contracted an Indisposition to that which is Good, together with strong Habits of Sin. The Spirit, having once given way to the Flesh, lost its Authority and Government, which it cannot easily reassume.
but, as Experience too plainly Proves, very much disordered and weakened in all their Faculties, having contracted an Indisposition to that which is Good, together with strong Habits of Sin. The Spirit, having once given Way to the Flesh, lost its authority and Government, which it cannot Easily reassume.
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In order therefore to a recovery from this state, to effect which is the great design of Christianity, there must be a supply of new strength, some extraordinary influences from the Divine Spirit, to reduce the Soul into good Order,
In order Therefore to a recovery from this state, to Effect which is the great Design of Christianity, there must be a supply of new strength, Some extraordinary influences from the Divine Spirit, to reduce the Soul into good Order,
But, as the greater part of Man were left to the suggestions of Nature, and the conjectures of Reason in this case, having no express Declaration or Promise, which they knew of, upon which they might depend;
But, as the greater part of Man were left to the suggestions of Nature, and the Conjectures of Reason in this case, having no express Declaration or Promise, which they knew of, upon which they might depend;
than of their own Law, the Promises of which, as I before observ'd, were chiefly of the good things of this life, what was beyond this being rather obscurely hinted to them, than plainly express'd.
than of their own Law, the Promises of which, as I before observed, were chiefly of the good things of this life, what was beyond this being rather obscurely hinted to them, than plainly expressed.
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For which reason St. Paul, who very well understood the Jewish Law, and was thoroughly acquainted with the sense in which his Countrymen generally understood it, says, That sin taking occasion by the Commandment, wrought all manner of Concupiscence;
For which reason Saint Paul, who very well understood the Jewish Law, and was thoroughly acquainted with the sense in which his Countrymen generally understood it, Says, That since taking occasion by the Commandment, wrought all manner of Concupiscence;
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The Prophets indeed utter'd many Predictions of a plentiful Effusion of the Divine Spirit: But this was to be in the Days of the Messiah, as the Jews did,
The prophets indeed uttered many Predictions of a plentiful Effusion of the Divine Spirit: But this was to be in the Days of the Messiah, as the jews did,
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and Professors of Christianity, to enable them to do extraordinary Works, and to capacitate them to discharge and undergo their Employments and their Sufferings:
and Professors of Christianity, to enable them to do extraordinary Works, and to capacitate them to discharge and undergo their Employments and their Sufferings:
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And not only so, but we have moreover, both from our Lord and his Apostles, express and clear Promises of the Communication of the same Spirit, to enlighten and assist the Minds of Christians in every succeeding Age.
And not only so, but we have moreover, both from our Lord and his Apostles, express and clear Promises of the Communication of the same Spirit, to enlighten and assist the Minds of Christians in every succeeding Age.
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Our Lord to this purpose did in general declare the readiness of Almighty God, to give his Holy Spirit to all those who should ask it of him, arguing from the goodness of God,
Our Lord to this purpose did in general declare the readiness of Almighty God, to give his Holy Spirit to all those who should ask it of him, arguing from the Goodness of God,
as on the day of Pentecost, as a pledge of his being thenceforward to direct and assist the Church of Christ in all succeeding Ages, a Promise to that purpose being given to all the Members of the Christian Body.
as on the day of Pentecost, as a pledge of his being thenceforward to Direct and assist the Church of christ in all succeeding Ages, a Promise to that purpose being given to all the Members of the Christian Body.
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When, in the place before-cited, he had complain'd of the Law in the Members whereby Men are Captivated, and thereupon express'd very pathetically his Sense of the Wretchedness of Men, by reason of the Body of Death which they carry about with them, he concludes with triumphing in the Grace of the Gospel, I thank God, through Jesus Christ our Lord;
When, in the place before-cited, he had complained of the Law in the Members whereby Men Are Captivated, and thereupon expressed very pathetically his Sense of the Wretchedness of Men, by reason of the Body of Death which they carry about with them, he concludes with triumphing in the Grace of the Gospel, I thank God, through jesus christ our Lord;
as much as to say, that by embracing the Gospel of Christ, he was not only freed from Condemnation, on account either of his past Faults, or his present unavoidable Infirmities;
as much as to say, that by embracing the Gospel of christ, he was not only freed from Condemnation, on account either of his past Faults, or his present unavoidable Infirmities;
this being the great Promise of the Gospel, declar'd throughout the Sacred Writings, that the Divine Spirit should be imparted in a free and plentiful manner to those, who should embrace the Christian Religion.
this being the great Promise of the Gospel, declared throughout the Sacred Writings, that the Divine Spirit should be imparted in a free and plentiful manner to those, who should embrace the Christian Religion.
And this certainly is a sufficient Provision against the indisposition and inability of Men's Minds to comply with the Divine Will, when reveal'd to them.
And this Certainly is a sufficient Provision against the indisposition and inability of Men's Minds to comply with the Divine Will, when revealed to them.
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If it be objected, that we want instances amongst the Professors of Christianity, to verify this Doctrine, that the Divine Spirit is thus imparted by the Gospel; the Answer is easy.
If it be objected, that we want instances among the Professors of Christianity, to verify this Doctrine, that the Divine Spirit is thus imparted by the Gospel; the Answer is easy.
though, God knows, too few, to the great scandal of Unbelievers, who are not willing to consider this matter thoroughly, but are forward to catch at any seeming advantage, for justifying their Infidelity.
though, God knows, too few, to the great scandal of Unbelievers, who Are not willing to Consider this matter thoroughly, but Are forward to catch At any seeming advantage, for justifying their Infidelity.
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or the Pleasures of Life are moreover apt to employ or divert them to that degree, that unless some farther course be taken to turn the Stream of their Thoughts the right way, all that we have hitherto mention'd may be lost upon them.
or the Pleasures of Life Are moreover apt to employ or divert them to that degree, that unless Some farther course be taken to turn the Stream of their Thoughts the right Way, all that we have hitherto mentioned may be lost upon them.
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Besides that the Spirit of God being invisible, and his influences, suitable to his Nature, secret and indiscernible to sensual and worldly Men (which is the reason our Saviour assigns,
Beside that the Spirit of God being invisible, and his influences, suitable to his Nature, secret and indiscernible to sensual and worldly Men (which is the reason our Saviour assigns,
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but he hath farthermore appointed certain Institutions, to be constantly observ'd in his Church, and settled an Order of Men as his Ministers, to see them observ'd,
but he hath farthermore appointed certain Institutions, to be constantly observed in his Church, and settled an Order of Men as his Ministers, to see them observed,
Thus he order'd the Apostles and their Successors in the work of the Ministry, to receive into the number of his Disciples, all such as should profess their Repentance and Faith in him, by the external Rite of washing them with Water, in the Name of the Father, the Son,
Thus he ordered the Apostles and their Successors in the work of the Ministry, to receive into the number of his Disciples, all such as should profess their Repentance and Faith in him, by the external Rite of washing them with Water, in the Name of the Father, the Son,
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and the Holy Ghost, thereby listing and enrolling them, as Servants of the Blessed Trinity, and engaging them by a solemn and publick Profession to declare themselves such.
and the Holy Ghost, thereby listing and enrolling them, as Servants of the Blessed Trinity, and engaging them by a solemn and public Profession to declare themselves such.
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particularly, that on a certain Day, every Week, besides other occasional Assemblies, they shall meet in most solemn manner, to offer up the sacrifice of Praise and Prayer to the great Father of all, in the Name of his only begotten Son;
particularly, that on a certain Day, every Week, beside other occasional Assemblies, they shall meet in most solemn manner, to offer up the sacrifice of Praise and Prayer to the great Father of all, in the Name of his only begotten Son;
He hath farther appointed, That in these solemn Assemblies, they shall frequently commemorate the great Sacrifice which he made of himself upon the Cross, by partaking of that Entertainment which he hath assign'd them at his own Table, thereby not only professing themselves all Members of the same Body,
He hath farther appointed, That in these solemn Assemblies, they shall frequently commemorate the great Sacrifice which he made of himself upon the Cross, by partaking of that Entertainment which he hath assigned them At his own Table, thereby not only professing themselves all Members of the same Body,
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but at the same time also representing to God, to themselves, and to one another, the infinite love of God to Sinners, through a Mediator, and solemnly engaging themselves afresh to continue the Disciples of Jesus Christ.
but At the same time also representing to God, to themselves, and to one Another, the infinite love of God to Sinners, through a Mediator, and solemnly engaging themselves afresh to continue the Disciples of jesus christ.
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Now these Institutions, howsoever they may be despised by the prophane, unthinking, or supercilious sort of Infidels, whosoever seriously considers them, cannot but see, that they have a natural and strong tendency to engage the Thoughts,
Now these Institutions, howsoever they may be despised by the profane, unthinking, or supercilious sort of Infidels, whosoever seriously considers them, cannot but see, that they have a natural and strong tendency to engage the Thoughts,
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and awaken the Minds of those that use them, and thereby to render both the Precepts, and the Example, and the Motives of the Gospel useful to the ends for which they were design'd.
and awaken the Minds of those that use them, and thereby to render both the Precepts, and the Exampl, and the Motives of the Gospel useful to the ends for which they were designed.
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Thus, when our Lord commission'd his Apostles to make Disciples out of all Nations, baptizing them, and teaching them to observe all things whatsoever he had commanded them, he immediately subjoyns, And lo, I am with you always,
Thus, when our Lord commissioned his Apostles to make Disciples out of all nations, baptizing them, and teaching them to observe all things whatsoever he had commanded them, he immediately subjoins, And lo, I am with you always,
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He else-where declares in general, that where two or three are gathered together in his Name, there is he in the midst of them, viz. by the presence and assistance of his Holy Spirit.
He elsewhere declares in general, that where two or three Are gathered together in his Name, there is he in the midst of them, viz. by the presence and assistance of his Holy Spirit.
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As to the Sacrament of Baptism, St. Peter is very express, in the place before cited, where exhorting his Hearers to Repent and be Baptized, he encourages them by proposing the Benefits which they should receive thereby,
As to the Sacrament of Baptism, Saint Peter is very express, in the place before cited, where exhorting his Hearers to repent and be Baptised, he encourages them by proposing the Benefits which they should receive thereby,
For which reason our Saviour himself, in his discourse with Nicodemus joyn'd together Regeneration by Water and by the Sipirit; and St. Paul, speaking of the same Rite, says, that Christians were sav'd, according to the Mercy of God, by the laver of Regeneration,
For which reason our Saviour himself, in his discourse with Nicodemus joined together Regeneration by Water and by the Spirit; and Saint Paul, speaking of the same Rite, Says, that Christians were saved, according to the Mercy of God, by the laver of Regeneration,
And so likewise as to the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, it is intended not only to exhibit to Christians the Elements of Bread and Wine in Memory of our Saviour's Passion;
And so likewise as to the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper, it is intended not only to exhibit to Christians the Elements of Bred and Wine in Memory of our Saviour's Passion;
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but according to St. Paul 's Expression, the Cup of Blessing, then blessed is the Communion of the Blood of Christ, the Bread then broken is the Communion of the Body of Christ, viz. a Communion or Participation of all the Benefits purchas'd by breaking the Body and shedding the Blood of Jesus, of which a principal one is, the Grace of the Divine Spirit to strengthen our Souls. To conclude this particular;
but according to Saint Paul is Expression, the Cup of Blessing, then blessed is the Communion of the Blood of christ, the Bred then broken is the Communion of the Body of christ, viz. a Communion or Participation of all the Benefits purchased by breaking the Body and shedding the Blood of jesus, of which a principal one is, the Grace of the Divine Spirit to strengthen our Souls. To conclude this particular;
The Gospel is styl'd, as I before observ'd, the Law of the Spirit of Life; the Ministers of the New Testament are said to be Ministers not of the Letter, but of the Spirit.
The Gospel is styled, as I before observed, the Law of the Spirit of Life; the Ministers of the New Testament Are said to be Ministers not of the letter, but of the Spirit.
When they perform the Offices of their Function, one is said to Plant, and another to Water, whilst God giveth the increase, viz. by the Operation of his Holy Spirit accompanying these external Ministrations;
When they perform the Offices of their Function, one is said to Plant, and Another to Water, while God gives the increase, viz. by the Operation of his Holy Spirit accompanying these external Ministrations;
all which passages do evidently import, that the external Ministrations of Religion in the Christian Church, are design'd as so many means of deriving the internal Grace of the good Spirit to those who faithfully make use of them.
all which passages do evidently import, that the external Ministrations of Religion in the Christian Church, Are designed as so many means of deriving the internal Grace of the good Spirit to those who faithfully make use of them.
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and divers Washings and carnal Ordinances, impos'd on them until the time of Reformation; all which were only Examples and Shadows of heavenly things:
and diverse Washings and carnal Ordinances, imposed on them until the time of Reformation; all which were only Examples and Shadows of heavenly things:
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But Jesus hath obtain'd a more excellent Ministry, by how much also he is the Mediator of a better Covenant, which was establish'd upon better Promises, viz. such as these, that God would put his Laws into their Mind,
But jesus hath obtained a more excellent Ministry, by how much also he is the Mediator of a better Covenant, which was established upon better Promises, viz. such as these, that God would put his Laws into their Mind,
Every other Profession of Religion had likewise its external Rites and Ordinances belonging to it; but I think I may fairly leave it to the Judgment of any serious Deist,
Every other Profession of Religion had likewise its external Rites and Ordinances belonging to it; but I think I may fairly leave it to the Judgement of any serious Deist,
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whether the Christian Institutions already mentioned, are not much more rational, decent, easy, and every way better adapted to the ends for which they are design'd,
whither the Christian Institutions already mentioned, Are not much more rational, decent, easy, and every Way better adapted to the ends for which they Are designed,
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The remaining Consequences of our Apostacy from God, which I took notice of in a former Lecture, are all the Calamities of this present life, concluded at last with a Seperation of Soul and Body by Death,
The remaining Consequences of our Apostasy from God, which I took notice of in a former Lecture, Are all the Calamities of this present life, concluded At last with a Separation of Soul and Body by Death,
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and followed in a future state with all those Evils, to which an immortal Soul seperated from its Body is there liable, which are more than we are able to enumerate,
and followed in a future state with all those Evils, to which an immortal Soul separated from its Body is there liable, which Are more than we Are able to enumerate,
No humane Wit or Power, as Experience proves, can ward off abundance of those Calamities to which all Men are obnoxious from the present state of things in this lower World;
No humane Wit or Power, as Experience Proves, can ward off abundance of those Calamities to which all Men Are obnoxious from the present state of things in this lower World;
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nor can the wealth of the richest Man upon Earth purchase an Exemption from them. The wise Man must die, as certainly as the Fool; the Prince, as the Peasant;
nor can the wealth of the Richest Man upon Earth purchase an Exemption from them. The wise Man must die, as Certainly as the Fool; the Prince, as the Peasant;
as clogs to their Spirits, and therefore may have desir'd and chosen to be deliver'd from them, in order to have their Spirits set at liberty from their present incumbrance;
as clogs to their Spirits, and Therefore may have desired and chosen to be Delivered from them, in order to have their Spirits Set At liberty from their present encumbrance;
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and that ardent desire of life which is implanted in humane Nature, seem plainly to intimate, that we cannot be compleatly happy without consisting of Soul and Body united.
and that Ardent desire of life which is implanted in humane Nature, seem plainly to intimate, that we cannot be completely happy without consisting of Soul and Body united.
Thus St. Paul, having mentioned the earnest expectation which the whole Creation hath of being deliver'd from Vanity, and that bondage of Corruption to which it is at present subjected, he adds, And not only they, but our selves also, which have the first fruits of the Spirit,
Thus Saint Paul, having mentioned the earnest expectation which the Whole Creation hath of being Delivered from Vanity, and that bondage of Corruption to which it is At present subjected, he adds, And not only they, but our selves also, which have the First fruits of the Spirit,
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intimating, that Christians will not be compleatly happy, till their Bodies shall be redeem'd from Corruption; and till their Souls shall be cloath'd with such Bodies as shall be prepar'd for them at the Resurrection;
intimating, that Christians will not be completely happy, till their Bodies shall be redeemed from Corruption; and till their Souls shall be clothed with such Bodies as shall be prepared for them At the Resurrection;
The Gospel hath assur'd us, and we Christians do firmly believe, as fundamental Articles of our Faith, that as our Lord died to made Expiation for our Sins,
The Gospel hath assured us, and we Christians do firmly believe, as fundamental Articles of our Faith, that as our Lord died to made Expiation for our Sins,
and One who hath such an Interest in the Father of all, that by him we may go freely to the throne of Grace, obtaining Mercy and finding Grace to help in time of need:
and One who hath such an Interest in the Father of all, that by him we may go freely to the throne of Grace, obtaining Mercy and finding Grace to help in time of need:
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who although he doth not think fit to deliver us at present from all the Calamities of this Life, yet will cause all things to work together for our good;
who although he does not think fit to deliver us At present from all the Calamities of this Life, yet will cause all things to work together for our good;
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Who, although he permits us to remain liable to Death, as the just Reward of our Transgression, yet being Lord both of the Dead and the Living, will receive our Souls at the hour of Death,
Who, although he permits us to remain liable to Death, as the just Reward of our Transgression, yet being Lord both of the Dead and the Living, will receive our Souls At the hour of Death,
and take care of them during their state of Seperation, reviving them with his Influences, and filling them with the comfortable Expectation of their more compleat Happiness.
and take care of them during their state of Separation, reviving them with his Influences, and filling them with the comfortable Expectation of their more complete Happiness.
Finally we are assur'd, that as he will obtain of the Father, and confer upon his faithful Servants, all that is truly good and fit for them, during this state of their Tryal,
Finally we Are assured, that as he will obtain of the Father, and confer upon his faithful Servants, all that is truly good and fit for them, during this state of their Trial,
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This is that Provision, which our Blessed Saviour, according to the Declaration of his Gospel, hath graciously made, in this last instance of our Necessity;
This is that Provision, which our Blessed Saviour, according to the Declaration of his Gospel, hath graciously made, in this last instance of our Necessity;
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And thus I have finish'd what I at first proposed, with respect to the intrinsick Evidence of Christianity, shewing its Credibility from considering the Persons whom Christ Jesus came to save;
And thus I have finished what I At First proposed, with respect to the intrinsic Evidence of Christianity, showing its Credibility from considering the Persons whom christ jesus Come to save;
If in doing this, I have laid down a true Scheme of our holy Profession (as I am verily persuaded I have) according to the Doctrine of the Holy Scriptures,
If in doing this, I have laid down a true Scheme of our holy Profession (as I am verily persuaded I have) according to the Doctrine of the Holy Scriptures,
but is such, as that we are not able to frame an Idea of any Institution comparable to it, (as I firmly believe upon impartial consideration it will appear to be) it must then be granted that This is a faithful saying,
but is such, as that we Are not able to frame an Idea of any Institution comparable to it, (as I firmly believe upon impartial consideration it will appear to be) it must then be granted that This is a faithful saying,
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The external attestation, which God hath given to the Gospel, by Prophecies, Miracles, and an wonderful Success in its Propagation, will tend, where duly observ'd, not only farther to confirm this intrinsick Evidence,
The external attestation, which God hath given to the Gospel, by Prophecies, Miracles, and an wondered Success in its Propagation, will tend, where duly observed, not only farther to confirm this intrinsic Evidence,
and the external attestation it hath had, and to be sensible of the excellent Method therein propos'd for the Salvation of Sinners, prove to the World the reality and the stedfastness of this our Faith, by its influence upon our Spirits and our Lives.
and the external attestation it hath had, and to be sensible of the excellent Method therein proposed for the Salvation of Sinners, prove to the World the reality and the steadfastness of this our Faith, by its influence upon our Spirits and our Lives.
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Then shall we our selves yield a farther attestation to the truth of our Blessed Saviour's Religion, by demonstrating its Virtue and its Excellency to the unbelieving World.
Then shall we our selves yield a farther attestation to the truth of our Blessed Saviour's Religion, by Demonstrating its Virtue and its Excellency to the unbelieving World.
And may Almighty God, who hath thus graciously revea'ld himself to Mankind, by his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, send forth his holy Spirit, to accompany the preaching of this his Gospel,
And may Almighty God, who hath thus graciously revea'ld himself to Mankind, by his Son jesus christ our Lord, send forth his holy Spirit, to accompany the preaching of this his Gospel,
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so that it may be more universally receiv'd, and more thoroughly obey'd in all the Nations of the Earth, to the Glory of his Holy Name, and the Salvation of Sinners.
so that it may be more universally received, and more thoroughly obeyed in all the nations of the Earth, to the Glory of his Holy Name, and the Salvation of Sinners.
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JOHN 3.16, 17. God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him, should not perish; but have everlasting. Life.
JOHN 3.16, 17. God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him, should not perish; but have everlasting. Life.
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THese are the Words of our Blessed Saviour, who, as he best understood the Extent of that Love, which moved the Almighty Father to send him into the World,
THese Are the Words of our Blessed Saviour, who, as he best understood the Extent of that Love, which moved the Almighty Father to send him into the World,
The Love of God, not to any particular Nation, but to the World in general, was the Motive upon which he gave his Son. The Design of our Lord's coming was to save not any particular Race of Men,
The Love of God, not to any particular nation, but to the World in general, was the Motive upon which he gave his Son. The Design of our Lord's coming was to save not any particular Raze of Men,
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There is indeed a Condition required of those who would partake of this Salvation, viz. that all, to whom the Gospel of Christ is publish'd, should believe in him;
There is indeed a Condition required of those who would partake of this Salvation, viz. that all, to whom the Gospel of christ is published, should believe in him;
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the Purpose of this Discourse being rather to obviate an Objection, which will easily arise in the Minds even of serious Men, such as are not dispos'd to cavil,
the Purpose of this Discourse being rather to obviate an Objection, which will Easily arise in the Minds even of serious Men, such as Are not disposed to cavil,
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whence comes it to pass, that so small a part of Mankind seem to have receiv'd Benefit from the Christian Revelation? The Case of all Men seems to have been equally deplorable, and compassionable:
whence comes it to pass, that so small a part of Mankind seem to have received Benefit from the Christian Revelation? The Case of all Men seems to have been equally deplorable, and compassionable:
Now for the easing our Minds under this Difficulty, I shall proceed gradually, laying down several Propositions, which will mutually support each other,
Now for the easing our Minds under this Difficulty, I shall proceed gradually, laying down several Propositions, which will mutually support each other,
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what canst thou know? The Measure thereof is longer than the Earth, and broader than the Sea. Great is our Lord, saith the Psalmist, and not only of great Power; but his Understanding also is infinite. And shall we finite Creatures think then to comprehend his Ways? Shall we reckon our selves competent Judges of his Actions? St. Paul thought otherwise,
what Canst thou know? The Measure thereof is longer than the Earth, and Broader than the Sea. Great is our Lord, Says the Psalmist, and not only of great Power; but his Understanding also is infinite. And shall we finite Creatures think then to comprehend his Ways? Shall we reckon our selves competent Judges of his Actions? Saint Paul Thought otherwise,
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when contemplating a Difficulty of Providence, of the same kind with that before us, he cries out, O the Depth of the Riches, both of the Wisdom and Knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his Judgments,
when contemplating a Difficulty of Providence, of the same kind with that before us, he cries out, Oh the Depth of the Riches, both of the Wisdom and Knowledge of God! How unsearchable Are his Judgments,
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and therefore ought to suspend our Judgments, till the Conclusion and winding up of Things. Which will appear to be more especially fit in this Case, if we consider,
and Therefore ought to suspend our Judgments, till the Conclusion and winding up of Things. Which will appear to be more especially fit in this Case, if we Consider,
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He that would give a full Account of this Matter, must be acquainted with two Particulars, which no mortal Man can certainly know, without an especial Revelation from God;
He that would give a full Account of this Matter, must be acquainted with two Particulars, which no Mortal Man can Certainly know, without an especial Revelation from God;
when their Souls shall be separated from their Bodies, have the Gospel reveal'd to them in their separate State, in order to their becoming capable of the Rewards of Christians, at the last Day.
when their Souls shall be separated from their Bodies, have the Gospel revealed to them in their separate State, in order to their becoming capable of the Rewards of Christians, At the last Day.
A late Learned and Ingenious Writer has essayed to make it probable, from a Prophetical Paragraph in the Apocalypse, that those, who shall have liv'd and dy'd without hearing of the Gospel in this present State, shall,
A late Learned and Ingenious Writer has essayed to make it probable, from a Prophetical Paragraph in the Apocalypse, that those, who shall have lived and died without hearing of the Gospel in this present State, shall,
And thus much we may safely infer from these Conjectures, that if contemplative Men can think of some such possible Ways for the solving this Difficulty, there may be many more Ways of doing it known to the Divine Understanding,
And thus much we may safely infer from these Conjectures, that if contemplative Men can think of Some such possible Ways for the solving this Difficulty, there may be many more Ways of doing it known to the Divine Understanding,
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And I confess, I would suppose any thing that is plausible, nay, any thing that is possible, much rather than entertain one hard thought of the Maker and the Redeemer of Mankind.
And I confess, I would suppose any thing that is plausible, nay, any thing that is possible, much rather than entertain one hard Thought of the Maker and the Redeemer of Mankind.
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But yet farther, no Man certainly knows what Measures God will take at the last day with those, who shall have liv'd and dyed unacquainted with the Gospel.
But yet farther, no Man Certainly knows what Measures God will take At the last day with those, who shall have lived and died unacquainted with the Gospel.
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And how God will deal with those who were under this disadvantage, the Gospel hath not so expresly told us, it's Declarations being to them, to whom it is publish'd.
And how God will deal with those who were under this disadvantage, the Gospel hath not so expressly told us, it's Declarations being to them, to whom it is published.
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Thirdly, We may our selves discern very much of the Reasonableness and fitness of that Method, which Providence hath taken, both as to the time of our Saviour's coming into the World,
Thirdly, We may our selves discern very much of the Reasonableness and fitness of that Method, which Providence hath taken, both as to the time of our Saviour's coming into the World,
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His Providence wisely and gently orders and over-rules the Affairs of Mankind, with as little Violence as is possible, drawing and leading Men to Repentance and Amendment, rather than driving and compelling them.
His Providence wisely and gently order and overrules the Affairs of Mankind, with as little Violence as is possible, drawing and leading Men to Repentance and Amendment, rather than driving and compelling them.
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and what they might farther have learned of him by contemplating his Works, there was a plain and certain Tradition both of his first forming Man, of the Law he gave to our first Parents, of their Fall,
and what they might farther have learned of him by contemplating his Works, there was a plain and certain Tradition both of his First forming Man, of the Law he gave to our First Parents, of their Fallen,
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there was, I say, a plain and certain Tradition of all these and many more Particulars, easily deriv'd down from Adam to Noah; Adam being able fully to inform Methuselah, and Methuselah to inform Noah of all that each of them knew.
there was, I say, a plain and certain Tradition of all these and many more Particulars, Easily derived down from Adam to Noah; Adam being able Fully to inform Methuselah, and Methuselah to inform Noah of all that each of them knew.
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And this one would in reason judge had been a sufficient means of instructing and reclaiming the sinful Race of Adam. And accordingly there were some in each Generation, who were recover'd from their fallen Estate to that degree,
And this one would in reason judge had been a sufficient means of instructing and reclaiming the sinful Raze of Adam. And accordingly there were Some in each Generation, who were recovered from their fallen Estate to that degree,
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and perfect (or upright) in his Generations, and that he walked with God; as likewise that he was a Preacher of Righteousness to the World of the Ungodly.
and perfect (or upright) in his Generations, and that he walked with God; as likewise that he was a Preacher of Righteousness to the World of the Ungodly.
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Indeed when none of all these Means would prevail, but the Case of Mankind was become deplorable and utterly desperate, when God saw that the Wickedness of Man was great in the Earth,
Indeed when none of all these Means would prevail, but the Case of Mankind was become deplorable and utterly desperate, when God saw that the Wickedness of Man was great in the Earth,
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and extraordinarily preserv'd and instructed by God, was able to convey to his Off-spring a ••rtain Tradition, both of what he had deriv•• from Adam, before the Flood,
and extraordinarily preserved and instructed by God, was able to convey to his Offspring a ••rtain Tradition, both of what he had deriv•• from Adam, before the Flood,
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and of what h• had learn'd of God since, and especially to •ive them an Account of that Stupendous Judgment whereby the old World was destroy'd, one would have thought again, that this should have effectually secur'd his Race in the Practice of Piety and Virtue for the future.
and of what h• had learned of God since, and especially to •ive them an Account of that Stupendous Judgement whereby the old World was destroyed, one would have Thought again, that this should have effectually secured his Raze in the Practice of Piety and Virtue for the future.
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even Idolatry began to infect the purest Branch deriv'd from him, God then by a special Providence again interpos'd, chusing Abraham, calling him forth from his Country and his Kindred, instructing and guiding him,
even Idolatry began to infect the Purest Branch derived from him, God then by a special Providence again interposed, choosing Abraham, calling him forth from his Country and his Kindred, instructing and guiding him,
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and as a Reward of his Eminent Faith and Piety, appointing his Posterity to be his peculiar People, whom he preserv'd and govern'd in a miraculous Manner from one Generation to another, thereby to awaken other Nations,
and as a Reward of his Eminent Faith and Piety, appointing his Posterity to be his peculiar People, whom he preserved and governed in a miraculous Manner from one Generation to Another, thereby to awaken other nations,
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Amongst them God raised up a Great Lawgiver, with a Succession of Prophets, discovering still by degrees more of his Kind Intentions towards them and all the World,
among them God raised up a Great Lawgiver, with a Succession of prophets, discovering still by Degrees more of his Kind Intentions towards them and all the World,
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When the fulness of the time was come, as St. Paul emphatically expresses it, God sent forth this great Person into the World, dignified with the Title of his only begotten Son. By which Expression, The fulness of the time, (as hath been often observ'd by those who have consider'd this Point) is not only to be understood, that it was the Time to which all the Predictions relating to the Messiah pointed;
When the fullness of the time was come, as Saint Paul emphatically Expresses it, God sent forth this great Person into the World, dignified with the Title of his only begotten Son. By which Expression, The fullness of the time, (as hath been often observed by those who have considered this Point) is not only to be understood, that it was the Time to which all the Predictions relating to the Messiah pointed;
and especially from the Divine Oracles, which about three hundred Years before our Lord appear'd, had been by Order of Ptolemy Philadelphus translated into the Greek Language,
and especially from the Divine Oracles, which about three hundred years before our Lord appeared, had been by Order of Ptolemy Philadelphus translated into the Greek Language,
Finally, it was then, when first by the Grecian, and afterward more fully by the Roman Empire, a considerable part of the World was not only conquer'd,
Finally, it was then, when First by the Grecian, and afterwards more Fully by the Roman Empire, a considerable part of the World was not only conquered,
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but civiliz'd also, and an intercourse between many Nations establish'd, and thereby a Way made for the more easie Publication of the Gospel, from Judea, throughout the then known Regions of the Earth.
but civilized also, and an intercourse between many nations established, and thereby a Way made for the more easy Publication of the Gospel, from Judea, throughout the then known Regions of the Earth.
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and what Course the first Preachers of it took to that purpose, we shall still perceive more of the Reasonableness and Fitness of the Method wich Providence hath used in this Case.
and what Course the First Preachers of it took to that purpose, we shall still perceive more of the Reasonableness and Fitness of the Method which Providence hath used in this Case.
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When our Lord commission'd his Apostles, it was to make Disciples out of all Nations, and to go into all the World and preach the Gospel to every Creature.
When our Lord commissioned his Apostles, it was to make Disciples out of all nations, and to go into all the World and preach the Gospel to every Creature.
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And the Doctrine which they were to preach, was admirably suited to this End. It was a Doctrine Rational and Pure, fit to be understood and receiv'd by every Nation under Heaven, containing nothing Singular, nothing Narrow, nothing that might separate or distinguish one Nation or Family from another;
And the Doctrine which they were to preach, was admirably suited to this End. It was a Doctrine Rational and Pure, fit to be understood and received by every nation under Heaven, containing nothing Singular, nothing Narrow, nothing that might separate or distinguish one nation or Family from Another;
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and considering farther the strong Prejudices that the World lay under against this (to them) new Religion, God therefore bestow'd upon them the Gift of speaking whatsoever Languages should be necessary for propagating the Crhistian Doctrine,
and considering farther the strong Prejudices that the World lay under against this (to them) new Religion, God Therefore bestowed upon them the Gift of speaking whatsoever Languages should be necessary for propagating the Christian Doctrine,
Such indeed was the Fidelity and Industry of the Apostles and their immediate Successors, and so conformable were their Lives to the excellent Doctrine which they preach'd, that Christianity had incredible Success in those early times, insomuch that in about three hundred Years, it prevail'd against all the false Religions, which had been so long receiv'd,
Such indeed was the Fidis and Industry of the Apostles and their immediate Successors, and so conformable were their Lives to the excellent Doctrine which they preached, that Christianity had incredible Success in those early times, insomuch that in about three hundred years, it prevailed against all the false Religions, which had been so long received,
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This was the Course which Providence took for the dispersion of the Knowledge of our Saviour and his Religion throughout the World, which as it was the most Natural and most reasonable Means to that End,
This was the Course which Providence took for the dispersion of the Knowledge of our Saviour and his Religion throughout the World, which as it was the most Natural and most reasonable Means to that End,
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so I can hardly doubt, but that if the Christians of the Ages following had continu'd to recommend their Profession by the Exemplariness of their Lives,
so I can hardly doubt, but that if the Christians of the Ages following had continued to recommend their Profession by the Exemplariness of their Lives,
and had retain'd that Zeal which their Predecessors shewed for propagating it in the World, it had long before this been the establish'd Religion of Mankind.
and had retained that Zeal which their Predecessors showed for propagating it in the World, it had long before this been the established Religion of Mankind.
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as to extend their Empire; (I mean not by Violence, but in Methods suitable to the Nature of this Religion;) had Christian Subjects been as eager to advance the Knowledge of our Maker and Redeemer in Foreign Parts,
as to extend their Empire; (I mean not by Violence, but in Methods suitable to the Nature of this Religion;) had Christian Subject's been as eager to advance the Knowledge of our Maker and Redeemer in Foreign Parts,
had all of us, who call our selves Christians, shewed forth in Christian Tempers and Practices, the Virtues of Him that called us, and the Excellency of the Religion he hath taught us;
had all of us, who call our selves Christians, showed forth in Christian Tempers and Practices, the Virtues of Him that called us, and the Excellency of the Religion he hath taught us;
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But 'tis what seems highly probable as to some of them, and what some Passages in Scripture seem to hint, viz. That God hath in Justice permitted this, either because,
But it's what seems highly probable as to Some of them, and what Some Passages in Scripture seem to hint, viz. That God hath in justice permitted this, either Because,
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or because he knew, what God only can know, that some Nations were so wholly indispos'd to receive it, that the Preaching of it to them would have had no other effect,
or Because he knew, what God only can know, that Some nations were so wholly indisposed to receive it, that the Preaching of it to them would have had no other Effect,
and presently after, that a Man of Macedonia appear'd to Paul in a Vision, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us; upon which they immediately bent their Course that Way, assuredly gathering, that the Lord had call'd them to preach the Gospel unto them.
and presently After, that a Man of Macedonia appeared to Paul in a Vision, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us; upon which they immediately bent their Course that Way, assuredly gathering, that the Lord had called them to preach the Gospel unto them.
Now although there might be, and probably were other Reasons, in these particular Instances, why they were diverted from Asia, and sent into Macedonia at that time;
Now although there might be, and probably were other Reasons, in these particular Instances, why they were diverted from Asia, and sent into Macedonia At that time;
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It is said that at Corinth, the Lord exciting St. Paul by another Vision to preach the Gospel there, assign'd this as one Reason, For I have much People in this City, that is, many who would,
It is said that At Corinth, the Lord exciting Saint Paul by Another Vision to preach the Gospel there, assigned this as one Reason, For I have much People in this city, that is, many who would,
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and accordingly di• readily embrace the Christian Doctrine, and accordingly the Apostle continued there a Year and six Months, teaching the Word of God among them.
and accordingly di• readily embrace the Christian Doctrine, and accordingly the Apostle continued there a Year and six Months, teaching the Word of God among them.
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and degenerated into such vile and devilish Dispositions, that if the Gospel were preach'd amongst them, it would only serve to aggravate their Condemnation?
and degenerated into such vile and devilish Dispositions, that if the Gospel were preached among them, it would only serve to aggravate their Condemnation?
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And again, Whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your Words, when ye depart out of that House or City, shake off the Dust of your Feet, namely, as a Testimony against them, that they had the offer of the Gospel,
And again, Whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your Words, when you depart out of that House or city, shake off the Dust of your Feet, namely, as a Testimony against them, that they had the offer of the Gospel,
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which is the Reason he assigns, Why he spake to the multitude in Parables, whilst he reveal'd to his Disciples the Mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven, adding, Therefore speak I to them in Parables; because they seeing, see not;
which is the Reason he assigns, Why he spoke to the multitude in Parables, while he revealed to his Disciples the Mysteres of the Kingdom of Heaven, adding, Therefore speak I to them in Parables; Because they seeing, see not;
and if GOD hath not dealt as severely with others, who may have deserv'd it as much, his Goodness should not make them presume; but lead them to Repentance.
and if GOD hath not dealt as severely with Others, who may have deserved it as much, his goodness should not make them presume; but led them to Repentance.
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Fifthly, I have yet farther this weighty Consideration to offer in this Case, viz. That the Efficacy of our Saviour's Undertaking for Men, doth certainly extend much farther than the actual Knowledge of him doth.
Fifthly, I have yet farther this weighty Consideration to offer in this Case, viz. That the Efficacy of our Saviour's Undertaking for Men, does Certainly extend much farther than the actual Knowledge of him does.
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This must be suppos'd as to Infants, at least such as are enter'd into the Christian Covenant by Baptism, that they are capable of Salvation by Jesus Christ, without actually knowing and believing in him.
This must be supposed as to Infants, At least such as Are entered into the Christian Covenant by Baptism, that they Are capable of Salvation by jesus christ, without actually knowing and believing in him.
Such in truth was the Goodness of God to Mankind, as to testifie his Compassion towards them immediately after the Fall, by the Promise then made of the Woman's Seed, that is, of the Messiah, which Promise as it was renew'd upon all occasions,
Such in truth was the goodness of God to Mankind, as to testify his Compassion towards them immediately After the Fallen, by the Promise then made of the Woman's Seed, that is, of the Messiah, which Promise as it was renewed upon all occasions,
And the same Apostle in a set Discourse, expresly makes the Benefit of Christ's Death, in the design of it, to extend as far as the sin of Adam had done.
And the same Apostle in a Set Discourse, expressly makes the Benefit of Christ's Death, in the Design of it, to extend as Far as the since of Adam had done.
The Author to the Hebrews affirms, that our Saviour took our Nature upon him, that he by the Grace of God might taste death for every Man. And the same inspir'd Writer is very express in declaring, that the Sacrifice of the Death of Christ did in its Merit and Virtue reach backward to the begining of the World,
The Author to the Hebrews affirms, that our Saviour took our Nature upon him, that he by the Grace of God might taste death for every Man. And the same inspired Writer is very express in declaring, that the Sacrifice of the Death of christ did in its Merit and Virtue reach backward to the beginning of the World,
the Promise made soon after the Fall was a Confirmation of the same thing. God's commanding and encouraging Sacrifices still farther encouraged Repentance.
the Promise made soon After the Fallen was a Confirmation of the same thing. God's commanding and encouraging Sacrifices still farther encouraged Repentance.
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The Goodness of God continually exercis'd towards all Mankind in so many Instances, naturally tended to lead them to Repentance A•• along throughout the Old Testament, both in Moses and the Prophets, Repentance is inclucated and encouraged.
The goodness of God continually exercised towards all Mankind in so many Instances, naturally tended to led them to Repentance A•• along throughout the Old Testament, both in Moses and the prophets, Repentance is inclucated and encouraged.
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When our blessed Saviour came to declare the Will of God more fully, it was in these Terms, That Repentance and Remission of sins should be preach'd in his Name, amongst all Nations, begining at Jerusalem.
When our blessed Saviour Come to declare the Will of God more Fully, it was in these Terms, That Repentance and Remission of Sins should be preached in his Name, among all nations, beginning At Jerusalem.
yet we cannot from thence fairly conclude, that if in any other part of the World there be found any true Penitents, their Repentance shall not be accepted of God,
yet we cannot from thence fairly conclude, that if in any other part of the World there be found any true Penitents, their Repentance shall not be accepted of God,
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St. Peter seems to have done so, when upon observing how God had accepted the Prayers and the Alms of Cornelius, he own'd himself convinc'd of a Mistake which he lay under before, crying out, Of a truth I perceive, that God is no Respecter of Persons;
Saint Peter seems to have done so, when upon observing how God had accepted the Prayers and the Alms of Cornelius, he owned himself convinced of a Mistake which he lay under before, crying out, Of a truth I perceive, that God is no Respecter of Persons;
'Tis true, sometimes Faith is made the Condition of Acceptance with God, as well as Repentance, particularly in our Text, it is expresly made the Condition of Salvation:
It's true, sometime Faith is made the Condition of Acceptance with God, as well as Repentance, particularly in our Text, it is expressly made the Condition of Salvation:
And the Apostle to the Hebrews, in his excellent Discourse of Faith, even that Faith which is acceptable to God, defines it in general, a believing that God is,
And the Apostle to the Hebrews, in his excellent Discourse of Faith, even that Faith which is acceptable to God, defines it in general, a believing that God is,
What else can we think of such a Man as Job for Instance, concerning whom it is said, that he was perfect and upright, one that feared God and eschewed Evil? Who yet was not of that Family, which God had chosen to be his peculiar People,
What Else can we think of such a Man as Job for Instance, Concerning whom it is said, that he was perfect and upright, one that feared God and Eschewed Evil? Who yet was not of that Family, which God had chosen to be his peculiar People,
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but an Arabian. What shall we again think of Abimelech, a Philistian King, in whom was likewise found the Fear of God, to that degree, that upon his Admonition, he readily eschewed that Evil which he was before in danger of, though unwittingly,
but an Arabian. What shall we again think of Abimelech, a Philistian King, in whom was likewise found the fear of God, to that degree, that upon his Admonition, he readily Eschewed that Evil which he was before in danger of, though unwittingly,
and in the integrity of his Heart? And altho' I dare not profess my self assur'd of the State of Socrates, or Epictetus; yet I cannot but be strongly inclin'd to hope, that the Expiation of our Redeemer may have render'd their Repentance and Obedience in a good degree acceptable to God.
and in the integrity of his Heart? And although I Dare not profess my self assured of the State of Socrates, or Epictetus; yet I cannot but be strongly inclined to hope, that the Expiation of our Redeemer may have rendered their Repentance and obedience in a good degree acceptable to God.
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It may be, for ought we know, in this Case, as in that of Elijah, who imagin'd himself left alone, when God knew of no less than seven thousand in Israel, who had not bowed the Knee to Baal. But yet farther,
It may be, for ought we know, in this Case, as in that of Elijah, who imagined himself left alone, when God knew of no less than seven thousand in Israel, who had not bowed the Knee to Baal. But yet farther,
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Eighthly, Another Effect of the Expiation made by our Redeemer, may have been, for ought any Man can know to the contrary, the secret Operation and Influence of the Divine Spirit, enlightning and moving the Minds of Men, in all parts of the World.
Eighthly, another Effect of the Expiation made by our Redeemer, may have been, for ought any Man can know to the contrary, the secret Operation and Influence of the Divine Spirit, enlightening and moving the Minds of Men, in all parts of the World.
but I should be very loth to affirm, that it was never imparted to any, who were not actually instructed in the Christian Doctrine There can be no doubt, with Respect to the Patriarchs, who were the Friends and Favorites of God,
but I should be very loath to affirm, that it was never imparted to any, who were not actually instructed in the Christian Doctrine There can be no doubt, with Respect to the Patriarchs, who were the Friends and Favorites of God,
and openly avow'd that the Inspiration of God was necessary to Virtue, and accordingly believ'd that such as were truly Virtuous amongst themselves, were so by the assistance of the Divine Spirit.
and openly avowed that the Inspiration of God was necessary to Virtue, and accordingly believed that such as were truly Virtuous among themselves, were so by the assistance of the Divine Spirit.
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and which the Holy Scriptures seem to have led them into, concerning the Dispensation of God towards Mankind by our Redeener, we shall the more easily be dispos'd to be of this Judgment.
and which the Holy Scriptures seem to have led them into, Concerning the Dispensation of God towards Mankind by our Redeener, we shall the more Easily be disposed to be of this Judgement.
They believ'd that diverse of the Appearances, mention'd in the Old Testament, were really of the Son of God, in Angelical Form, anticipating thereby and prefiguring his Appearance at last in Humane Nature.
They believed that diverse of the Appearances, mentioned in the Old Testament, were really of the Son of God, in Angelical From, anticipating thereby and prefiguring his Appearance At last in Humane Nature.
And for the like Reason they believ'd, that it was He, who inspir'd all the great and good Men, that were eminent for Piety and Virtue, either among the Jews, or in any other Nations.
And for the like Reason they believed, that it was He, who inspired all the great and good Men, that were eminent for Piety and Virtue, either among the jews, or in any other nations.
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In a word, they understood St John to mean as much, where he says, That was the true Light, which enlighteneth every Man that cometh into the World, not only by imparting the Powers of Understanding and Reason to them in their first Formation;
In a word, they understood Saint John to mean as much, where he Says, That was the true Light, which Enlighteneth every Man that comes into the World, not only by imparting the Powers of Understanding and Reason to them in their First Formation;
but also by farther opening their Understandings, and improving their Minds, as they should become capable, by the secret Suggestions and Motions of his Spirit.
but also by farther opening their Understandings, and improving their Minds, as they should become capable, by the secret Suggestions and Motions of his Spirit.
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Ninthly, That at the great Day of Judgment, all Men shall be accountable to our Lord, with due Regard had to their Respective Advantages or Disadvantages in this their State of Tryal.
Ninthly, That At the great Day of Judgement, all Men shall be accountable to our Lord, with due Regard had to their Respective Advantages or Disadvantages in this their State of Trial.
St. Paul in a set Discourse seems to have determin'd this Matter peremptorily, as between Jew and Gentile; so by parity of Reason, between Christian and Gentile also.
Saint Paul in a Set Discourse seems to have determined this Matter peremptorily, as between Jew and Gentile; so by parity of Reason, between Christian and Gentile also.
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He calls the Day of Judgment, the Day of the Revelation of the righteous Judgment of God, who will render to every Man according to his Deeds, to the Jew first, and also to the Gentile;
He calls the Day of Judgement, the Day of the Revelation of the righteous Judgement of God, who will render to every Man according to his deeds, to the Jew First, and also to the Gentile;
And ••ain, VVhen the Gentiles, which have not the La••, do by Nature the things contained in the Law, those having not the Law, are a Law unto themselves.
And ••ain, When the Gentiles, which have not the La••, do by Nature the things contained in the Law, those having not the Law, Are a Law unto themselves.
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And therefore St. Paul a little before his Discourse just now cited, lets us know, that the Condemnation of wicked Gentiles would be very just, by Reason of their having despis'd the Dictates of Nature and Reason,
And Therefore Saint Paul a little before his Discourse just now cited, lets us know, that the Condemnation of wicked Gentiles would be very just, by Reason of their having despised the Dictates of Nature and Reason,
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God hath, as he there farther proves, render'd himself so conspicuous to all Men, as the Maker and Governour of the World, that those who are ignorant of him must be without Excuse.
God hath, as he there farther Proves, rendered himself so conspicuous to all Men, as the Maker and Governor of the World, that those who Are ignorant of him must be without Excuse.
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since in him we live, and move and have our Being, that we may even feel after him, and find him; and he hath written his Law in such visible Characters in all our Hearts, shewing us the plain Difference between moral Good and Evil, in the chief Instances thereof, causing our Consciences to bear witness, and our Thoughts to accuse or excuse, as we demean our selves, that he may justly call us to an Account for such our Demeanor.
since in him we live, and move and have our Being, that we may even feel After him, and find him; and he hath written his Law in such visible Characters in all our Hearts, showing us the plain Difference between moral Good and Evil, in the chief Instances thereof, causing our Consciences to bear witness, and our Thoughts to accuse or excuse, as we demean our selves, that he may justly call us to an Account for such our Demeanour.
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and I hope, if what I have propos'd be consider'd without Prejudice, it may suffice to make us humbly acquiesce in the Dispensation of God by Jesus Christ, acknowledging that the Design of our Lord's coming was to save Sinners in general;
and I hope, if what I have proposed be considered without Prejudice, it may suffice to make us humbly acquiesce in the Dispensation of God by jesus christ, acknowledging that the Design of our Lord's coming was to save Sinners in general;
and confessing to the glory of the Almighty Father, that his love was manifested to the whole Race of Mankind, by sending his only begotten Son into the World for our Salvation.
and confessing to the glory of the Almighty Father, that his love was manifested to the Whole Raze of Mankind, by sending his only begotten Son into the World for our Salvation.
Frist, We may infer from hence the great Obligation which lies upon us, to whom the Gospel is publish'd, to comply with the Terms of it, particularly that mention'd in the Text as comprehensive of all others, believing in Jesus Christ. Whatever gracious Allowances God in his infinite Goodness may make to others, we cannot hope for Salvation upon any other Conditions,
Frist, We may infer from hence the great Obligation which lies upon us, to whom the Gospel is published, to comply with the Terms of it, particularly that mentioned in the Text as comprehensive of all Others, believing in jesus christ. Whatever gracious Allowances God in his infinite goodness may make to Others, we cannot hope for Salvation upon any other Conditions,
than a grateful Acknowledgment of this infinite Love of God, a firm and stedfast Faith in his only begotten Son, together with an hearty Resignation of our selves to his Conduct.
than a grateful Acknowledgment of this infinite Love of God, a firm and steadfast Faith in his only begotten Son, together with an hearty Resignation of our selves to his Conduct.
As by these our Priviledges we are exalted to Heaven; so upon our abuse of them, we shall be cast down to the lowest depth of Hell. This (as our Saviour declared, a little after the Text) is the Condemnation, that light it come into the World;
As by these our Privileges we Are exalted to Heaven; so upon our abuse of them, we shall be cast down to the lowest depth of Hell. This (as our Saviour declared, a little After the Text) is the Condemnation, that Light it come into the World;
Secondly, If the Love of God toward Mankind be so extensive, it becomes us then, instead of caviling at the Divine Providence on account of the Gospel's not being publish'd to all the World, to do our part towards the Propagation of it
Secondly, If the Love of God towards Mankind be so extensive, it becomes us then, instead of caviling At the Divine Providence on account of the Gospel's not being published to all the World, to do our part towards the Propagation of it
Others also, especially those Bodies and Societies of Men, which have Commerce with the Gentile World, might contrive Methods for propagating their Religion together with their Trade.
Others also, especially those Bodies and Societies of Men, which have Commerce with the Gentile World, might contrive Methods for propagating their Religion together with their Trade.
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and if we have neither Power nor Interest to promote the Profession of our Religion in Foreign Parts, we may at least promote the Practise of it at Home, by our Examples.
and if we have neither Power nor Interest to promote the Profession of our Religion in Foreign Parts, we may At least promote the practice of it At Home, by our Examples.
and may their light shine so clearly and brightly, as to enlighten the darkest and remotest Regions of the Earth, to the Glory of God and our Redeemer. Amen. FINIS.
and may their Light shine so clearly and brightly, as to enlighten the Darkest and Remotest Regions of the Earth, to the Glory of God and our Redeemer. Amen. FINIS.
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This the pious Founder of these Lectures had a great sense of, when by a Clause in his Will, he obliged those who should preach them, to be assisting to all Companys, and encouraging them in any Undertaking, for propagating the Christian Religion in foreign Parts.
This the pious Founder of these Lectures had a great sense of, when by a Clause in his Will, he obliged those who should preach them, to be assisting to all Companys, and encouraging them in any Undertaking, for propagating the Christian Religion in foreign Parts.
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