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Mr. Calamy's Farewell Sermon.
Mr. Calamy's Farewell Sermon.
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August 17. 1662. 2 SAM. 24. 14. And David said unto Gad, I am in a great strait;August 17. 1662. 2 SAM. 24. 14. And David said unto Gad, I am in a great strait;
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let us fall now into the hand of the Lord (for his mercies are great) and let me not fall into the hand of man.
let us fallen now into the hand of the Lord (for his Mercies Are great) and let me not fallen into the hand of man.
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IN which words we have three Parts. 1. Davids great perplexity and distress, I am in a great strait.
IN which words we have three Parts. 1. Davids great perplexity and distress, I am in a great strait.
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2. Davids resolution. 1. Affirmative, Let us fall into the hand of the Lord. 2. Negative, Let me not fall into the hand of Man. 3. We have the Reason of Davids choice, for the mercies of God are great.
2. Davids resolution. 1. Affirmative, Let us fallen into the hand of the Lord. 2. Negative, Let me not fallen into the hand of Man. 3. We have the Reason of Davids choice, for the Mercies of God Are great.
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The mercies of wicked men are cruel: therefore let me not fall into the hands of men.
The Mercies of wicked men Are cruel: Therefore let me not fallen into the hands of men.
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But the mercies of God are many, and great: therefore let u• … now fall into the hands of God.
But the Mercies of God Are many, and great: Therefore let u• … now fallen into the hands of God.
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1. For the first, that is, Davids great Distress, wherein we must speak, 1. To the distress it self: Then
1. For the First, that is, Davids great Distress, wherein we must speak, 1. To the distress it self: Then
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• … ▪ To the person thus perplexed: I am in a great strait: David a great man, David a godly man.
• … ▪ To the person thus perplexed: I am in a great strait: David a great man, David a godly man.
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1. In the perplexity it self, we shall consider: 1. The reality of this perplexity. 2. The greatness of it.
1. In the perplexity it self, we shall Consider: 1. The reality of this perplexity. 2. The greatness of it.
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1. For the reality of it: after David had sinned in numbring the people, God sends the Prophet Gad to him,
1. For the reality of it: After David had sinned in numbering the people, God sends the Prophet Gad to him,
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and puts three things to his choice, as you may read in vers. 12. God was determined to make David smart for numbring the people,
and puts three things to his choice, as you may read in vers. 12. God was determined to make David smart for numbering the people,
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but leaves it to Davids liberty, whether he would have seven years famine, or three months to flee before his enemies, or three dayes pestilence:
but leaves it to Davids liberty, whither he would have seven Years famine, or three months to flee before his enemies, or three days pestilence:
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This was a posing Question, and David had cause to be in a great strait;
This was a posing Question, and David had cause to be in a great strait;
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for these objects are not amiable in their own nature, they are objects to be avoided and declined;
for these objects Are not amiable in their own nature, they Are objects to be avoided and declined;
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in the first view of them they seem to be equally miserable, therefore David had cause to say, He was in a great strait.
in the First view of them they seem to be equally miserable, Therefore David had cause to say, He was in a great strait.
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2. This perplexity was not only real, but exceeding great: I am in a great Strait:
2. This perplexity was not only real, but exceeding great: I am in a great Strait:
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and there are two things made it so great. 1. The greatness of the punishments proposed, Famine, Sword, and Plague:
and there Are two things made it so great. 1. The greatness of the punishments proposed, Famine, Sword, and Plague:
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these are the three beesoms with which God sweeps mankind from off the earth: these are Gods three iron-whips, by which he chastisetl• … sinful man:
these Are the three besoms with which God sweeps mankind from off the earth: these Are God's three iron-whips, by which he chastisetl• … sinful man:
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these are the three arrows shot out of the quiver of Gods wrath, for the punishment of man:
these Are the three arrows shot out of the quiver of God's wrath, for the punishment of man:
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they are, as one calleth them, Tonsurae humani generis. In R• … 6. you shall read of four Horses,
they Are, as one calls them, Tonsurae Humani Generis. In R• … 6. you shall read of four Horses,
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when the four first Seals were opened: A white-horse, a red-horse, a blackhorse, and a pale horse:
when the four First Seals were opened: A White-horse, a Red-horse, a blackhorse, and a pale horse:
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after Christ had ridden on the white-horse, propagating the Gospel, then followes the red-horse, a type of War;
After christ had ridden on the White-horse, propagating the Gospel, then follows the Red-horse, a type of War;
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then the black-horse, an Hi• … roglyphick of Famine: then the pale-horse, the emblem of Pestilence.
then the blackhorse, an Hi• … roglyphick of Famine: then the Pale-horse, the emblem of Pestilence.
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Now God was resolved to ride on one of these horses, and David must choose upon which God should ride; this was a great Strait:
Now God was resolved to ride on one of these Horses, and David must choose upon which God should ride; this was a great Strait:
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Let me present David, lifting up his eyes to Heaven, and speaking to God thus;
Let me present David, lifting up his eyes to Heaven, and speaking to God thus;
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O my God, what is this message thou 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 thou offerest me three things;
Oh my God, what is this message thou 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 thou offerest me three things;
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I am in a strait ▪ • … 〈 ◊ 〉 which to refuse, but which to choose I 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 the Land of Cannan, a Land flowing with 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 shall this Land endure seven years famine, 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 into a Wilderness,
I am in a strait ▪ • … 〈 ◊ 〉 which to refuse, but which to choose I 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 the Land of Canaan, a Land flowing with 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 shall this Land endure seven Years famine, 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 into a Wilderness,
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and dis-peopled? And shall I, whose hands thou hast taught to fight, and whose fingers to war, shall I that have subdued all my enemies, shall I in my old age,
and dispeopled? And shall I, whose hands thou hast taught to fight, and whose fingers to war, shall I that have subdued all my enemies, shall I in my old age,
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and all my Captains, flie three months before our enemies, and be driven to caves and rocks to hide our selves? O thou my God, who art my refuge, shall I and my people be a prey to the pestilence that walketh in darkness,
and all my Captains, fly three months before our enemies, and be driven to caves and Rocks to hide our selves? O thou my God, who art my refuge, shall I and my people be a prey to the pestilence that walks in darkness,
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and destruction that walketh at noon day? O my God, I know not what to do, I am in a great Strait.
and destruction that walks At noon day? O my God, I know not what to do, I am in a great Strait.
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2. The second reason why this strait was so great, was, because of the guilt of sin that lay on Davids spirit:
2. The second reason why this strait was so great, was, Because of the guilt of since that lay on Davids Spirit:
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for David knew that this severe message was the fruit of the sin he committed in numbring the people.
for David knew that this severe message was the fruit of the since he committed in numbering the people.
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But you will say, Why, was it a sin in David to number the people:
But you will say, Why, was it a since in David to number the people:
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Moses had often numbred the people: three times, and it was not counted sin Iosephus answereth, The sin of David was,Moses had often numbered the people: three times, and it was not counted since Iosephus Answers, The since of David was,
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because he did not require the half-shekel, which he was to have had from all were numbred, Ex. 30, 12, 13. Others say, He sinned in numbring all ages,
Because he did not require the half-shekel, which he was to have had from all were numbered, Ex. 30, 12, 13. Others say, He sinned in numbering all ages,
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whereas he was to number but from twenty years: but these are but conjectural Reasons.
whereas he was to number but from twenty Years: but these Are but conjectural Reasons.
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I conceive the • … in of David was because he did it without a lawful Cal,
I conceive the • … in of David was Because he did it without a lawful Cal,
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and for an unlawful End. Sine causa legitima: he sinned in the manner rather then in the matter:
and for an unlawful End. Sine causa Legitimate: he sinned in the manner rather then in the matter:
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for there was no cause for him to number the people, but 〈 ◊ 〉 ▪ • … nd no end, but vain glory:
for there was no cause for him to number the people, but 〈 ◊ 〉 ▪ • … and no end, but vain glory:
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Go through all the tribes of Israel and number the people, that I may know the number of my people, ver. 2. Davids heart was li• … red • … p with p• … ide and creatureconfidence:Go through all the tribes of Israel and number the people, that I may know the number of my people, ver. 2. Davids heart was li• … read • … p with p• … idem and creatureconfidence:
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he begins to boast of the multitude of his people, and to trust in an arm of flesh;
he begins to boast of the multitude of his people, and to trust in an arm of Flesh;
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therefore God sends the Prophet to David to p• … ick the bladder of his p• … ide;
Therefore God sends the Prophet to David to p• … ick the bladder of his p• … idem;
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as if God should say, I will teach you to number the people by lessening the number of your people.
as if God should say, I will teach you to number the people by lessening the number of your people.
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Now the burden of his sin did add much to the burden of this heavy message:
Now the burden of his since did add much to the burden of this heavy message:
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Ver. 13. After David had numbred the people, his heart smote him: Ver. 13. After David had numbered the people, his heart smote him:
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the message smites him, and his heart smites him, and he said, I have sinned greatly in that which I have done:
the message smites him, and his heart smites him, and he said, I have sinned greatly in that which I have done:
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now I beseech thee, take away the iniquity of thy servant, for I have done very foolishly. now I beseech thee, take away the iniquity of thy servant, for I have done very foolishly.
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If David had been to suffer this great punishment out of love to God, or for a good Conscience, he would not have been so distressed:
If David had been to suffer this great punishment out of love to God, or for a good Conscience, he would not have been so distressed:
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There are two sorts of straits in Scripture: some, suffered for God and a good Conscience:
There Are two sorts of straits in Scripture: Some, suffered for God and a good Conscience:
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and there are straits, suffered for sin.
and there Are straits, suffered for since.
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1. There are straits suffered for God and a good Conscience, Heb. 11. 36, 37. Those Martyrs there were driven to great straits:
1. There Are straits suffered for God and a good Conscience, Hebrew 11. 36, 37. Those Martyrs there were driven to great straits:
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but these were straits for God and a good Conscience, and these straits were the Saints greatest enlargements, they were so sweetned to them by the consolations and supportations of Gods Spirit;
but these were straits for God and a good Conscience, and these straits were the Saints greatest enlargements, they were so sweetened to them by the consolations and supportations of God's Spirit;
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a Prison was a Paradise to them, Heb. 10. 34. they took joyfully the spoiling of their goods, Act. 5. 41. they departed from the presence of the Council, rejoycing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name.
a Prison was a Paradise to them, Hebrew 10. 34. they took joyfully the spoiling of their goods, Act. 5. 41. they departed from the presence of the Council, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name.
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Straits for a good Conscience are great Enlargements; therefore Pul gloryeth in this strait, Paul a prisoner, &c. 2. There are straits suffered for sin, and these are envenomed by the guilt of sin:
Straits for a good Conscience Are great Enlargements; Therefore Pull Glorieth in this strait, Paul a prisoner, etc. 2. There Are straits suffered for since, and these Are envenomed by the guilt of since:
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sin puts poyson into all our distresses and perplexities. Now such was the strait into which David was now driven:
since puts poison into all our Distresses and perplexities. Now such was the strait into which David was now driven:
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it was a strait caused by sin, and that made it so unwelcome and uncomfortable: so that from hence I gather this Observation;
it was a strait caused by since, and that made it so unwelcome and uncomfortable: so that from hence I gather this Observation;
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Doct. That sin and iniquity brings Persons and Nations into marvellous labyrinths and perplexities: into true, real, and great molestations:
Doct. That since and iniquity brings Persons and nations into marvellous labyrinths and perplexities: into true, real, and great molestations:
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a man free from sin, is free in the midst of straits;
a man free from since, is free in the midst of straits;
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a man guilty of sin, is in a stra• … t in the midst of freedom. a man guilty of since, is in a stra• … tO in the midst of freedom.
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After Adam had sinned in eating of the forbidden fruit, the whole world was a prison to him:
After Adam had sinned in eating of the forbidden fruit, the Whole world was a prison to him:
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Paradise it self was an Hell to him, he knew not where to hide himself from the presence of God.
Paradise it self was an Hell to him, he knew not where to hide himself from the presence of God.
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After that Cain had murdered his brother Abel, he was brought into such a strait, that he was afraid that every one that met him would slay him.
After that Cain had murdered his brother Abel, he was brought into such a strait, that he was afraid that every one that met him would slay him.
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Alas poor Cain, how many was there then in the world? we read but of his father and mother,
Alas poor Cain, how many was there then in the world? we read but of his father and mother,
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yet such was his distress, that he cryeth out, every one that met him would slay him, Gen. 4. 14. Into what a strait did sin bring the old world? The deluge of sin brought a deluge of water to drown them.
yet such was his distress, that he Cries out, every one that met him would slay him, Gen. 4. 14. Into what a strait did since bring the old world? The deluge of since brought a deluge of water to drown them.
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Into what a strait did sin bring Sodom and Gomorrah? The fire of lust raigning in Sodom and Gomorrah, brought down fire from Heaven to destroy them.
Into what a strait did since bring Sodom and Gomorrah? The fire of lust reigning in Sodom and Gomorrah, brought down fire from Heaven to destroy them.
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Sin brings external, internal, and eternal straits upon persons and Nations. 1. Sin brings external straits;
since brings external, internal, and Eternal straits upon Persons and nations. 1. since brings external straits;
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sin brings Famine, Sword, and Plague; sin brings Agues and Feavours, Gout and Stone, and all manner of Diseases:
since brings Famine, Sword, and Plague; since brings Fevers and Favours, Gout and Stone, and all manner of Diseases:
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yea, sin brings death it self, which is the wages of sin.
yea, since brings death it self, which is the wages of since.
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Read Levit 26. and Deut. 28. and you will see a black role of curses, which were the fruit of sin.
Read Levit 26. and Deuteronomy 28. and you will see a black role of curses, which were the fruit of since.
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Sin brought Sion into Babilon; and when the Jews had murdered Christ, forty years after they were brought into that distress,
since brought Sion into Babylon; and when the jews had murdered christ, forty Years After they were brought into that distress,
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when the City was besieged by Titus and Vespasian, that they did eat one another, the mother did eat her child.
when the city was besieged by Titus and Vespasian, that they did eat one Another, the mother did eat her child.
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And whereas David had a choice which of the three he would have, either Famine, Plague, or Sword;
And whereas David had a choice which of the three he would have, either Famine, Plague, or Sword;
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the poor Jews had all three concatenated together in the siege: Sin brings all manner of external Plagues.
the poor jews had all three concatenated together in the siege: since brings all manner of external Plagues.
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2. Sins bring Persons & Nations into internal straits: sin brings soul-plagues, which are worse than bodily plagues:
2. Sins bring Persons & nations into internal straits: since brings soul-plagues, which Are Worse than bodily plagues:
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sin brings hardness of heart, blindness of mind, a spirit of slumber, a reprobate sense; sinne brings a spiritual famine upon a Land;
since brings hardness of heart, blindness of mind, a Spirit of slumber, a Reprobate sense; sin brings a spiritual famine upon a Land;
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it brings a famine of the Word, Amos 8. 11. sin causes God to take away the Gospel from a people: Sin brings internal plagues:
it brings a famine of the Word, Amos 8. 11. since Causes God to take away the Gospel from a people: since brings internal plagues:
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sin awakens Conscience, and fills it full of perplexities:
since awakens Conscience, and fills it full of perplexities:
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Into what a strait did sin drive Iudas, after he had betrayed Christ? Into what a strait did sin drive Spira? Saint Paul gloryed in his tribulations for God:
Into what a strait did since drive Iudas, After he had betrayed christ? Into what a strait did since drive Spira? Saint Paul gloried in his tribulations for God:
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but when he speaks of his sin, he cryeth out, O miserable man that I am, Who shall deliver me from this body of death? David a valiant man,
but when he speaks of his since, he Cries out, Oh miserable man that I am, Who shall deliver me from this body of death? David a valiant man,
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when he speaks of sin, he saith, They are too heavy a burden for him to bear: Awounded Conscience who can bear! saith the Wise man. 3. Sin bringeth eternal straits:
when he speaks of since, he Says, They Are too heavy a burden for him to bear: Awounded Conscience who can bear! Says the Wise man. 3. since brings Eternal straits:
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O the strait that a wicked man shall be brought into, at the great and dreadful day of Judgment,
Oh the strait that a wicked man shall be brought into, At the great and dreadful day of Judgement,
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when all the world shall be on fire about him!
when all the world shall be on fire about him!
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when he shall call to the Mountains to hide him, and to the rocks to cover him from the wrath of God:
when he shall call to the Mountains to hide him, and to the Rocks to cover him from the wrath of God:
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then will he cry out with David, I am, O Lord, in a great strait.
then will he cry out with David, I am, Oh Lord, in a great strait.
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And when the wicked shall be condemned to Hell, who can express the straits they then shall be in, Bind them hand and foot,
And when the wicked shall be condemned to Hell, who can express the straits they then shall be in, Bind them hand and foot,
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and cast them into everlasting darkness:
and cast them into everlasting darkness:
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Matth. 25. When a wicked man shall be bound with everlasting chains of darkness, then he will cry out, I am in a great strait. Matthew 25. When a wicked man shall be bound with everlasting chains of darkness, then he will cry out, I am in a great strait.
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Consider what Dives saith to Abraham: he desires that Lazarus might but dip the tip of his finger in water,
Consider what Dives Says to Abraham: he Desires that Lazarus might but dip the tip of his finger in water,
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and that he might cool his tongue: not his whole body, but his tongue: but that would not be granted.
and that he might cool his tongue: not his Whole body, but his tongue: but that would not be granted.
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It is impossible the tongue of man should set out the great straits the damned suffer in Hell, both in regard of the greatness and everlastingness of them.
It is impossible the tongue of man should Set out the great straits the damned suffer in Hell, both in regard of the greatness and everlastingness of them.
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This is all I shall say for the Explication. Use 1. I chiefly aim at the Application:
This is all I shall say for the Explication. Use 1. I chiefly aim At the Application:
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Doth sin bring Nations and Persons into external, internal, and eternal straits? then this sadly reproves those that choose to commit sin to avoid perplexity.
Does sin bring nations and Persons into external, internal, and Eternal straits? then this sadly reproves those that choose to commit since to avoid perplexity.
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There are thousands in England guilty of this, that, to avoid poverty, will lye, cheat, and cozen, and to gain an Estate, will sell God and a good Conscience:
There Are thousands in England guilty of this, that, to avoid poverty, will lie, cheat, and cozen, and to gain an Estate, will fell God and a good Conscience:
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and to avoid the loss of estate and imprisonment, will do any thing:
and to avoid the loss of estate and imprisonment, will do any thing:
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they will be sure to be of that Religion which is uppermost, be it what it will.
they will be sure to be of that Religion which is uppermost, be it what it will.
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Now give me leave this morning to speak three things to these sorts of men: and, O that my words might prevail with them! 1. Consider;
Now give me leave this morning to speak three things to these sorts of men: and, Oh that my words might prevail with them! 1. Consider;
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It is sin only that makes trouble to deserve the name of trouble;
It is since only that makes trouble to deserve the name of trouble;
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for, when we suffer for Gods sake, or a good Conscience, these troubles are so sweetned by the Consolations of Heaven, that they are no troubles at all:
for, when we suffer for God's sake, or a good Conscience, these Troubles Are so sweetened by the Consolations of Heaven, that they Are no Troubles At all:
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therefore in Q. Maries days the Martyrs wrote to their friends out of Prison, If you knew the Comforts we have in prison, you would wish to be with us:
Therefore in Q. Mary's days the Martyrs wrote to their Friends out of Prison, If you knew the Comforts we have in prison, you would wish to be with us:
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I am in prison before I am in prison, saith Master Sanders. Famous is the story of the three Children:I am in prison before I am in prison, Says Master Sanders. Famous is the story of the three Children:
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they were in a great strait when cast into the fiery Furnace; Bind them hand and foot, and cast them into the Furnace;
they were in a great strait when cast into the fiery Furnace; Bind them hand and foot, and cast them into the Furnace;
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but when they were there, they were unbound, Dan. 3. 25. saith Nebuchadnezzar, Did not we cast three men bound, into the midst of the fire? and lo, I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire,
but when they were there, they were unbound, Dan. 3. 25. Says Nebuchadnezzar, Did not we cast three men bound, into the midst of the fire? and lo, I see four men lose, walking in the midst of the fire,
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and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God. and the from of the fourth is like the Son of God.
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I have often told you, when three are cast into the fire for a good Conscience, God will make the fourth:
I have often told you, when three Are cast into the fire for a good Conscience, God will make the fourth:
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therefore, I say, straits and sufferings for God are not worth the name of straits.
Therefore, I say, straits and sufferings for God Are not worth the name of straits.
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David was often driven into straits. 1 Sam. 30. 6. he was sore distressed, when his Town was burnt,David was often driven into straits. 1 Sam. 30. 6. he was soar distressed, when his Town was burned,
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and his Wives and Children taken captive by the Amalekites: I, but that was a distress of danger, not of sin:
and his Wives and Children taken captive by the Amalekites: I, but that was a distress of danger, not of since:
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therefore he encourageth himself in the Lord his God, Iehosaphat was in a great strait, 2 Chron. 20. 12. We know not what to do, saith he:
Therefore he Encourageth himself in the Lord his God, Jehoshaphat was in a great strait, 2 Chronicles 20. 12. We know not what to do, Says he:
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this was a strait of danger, not caused by his sin, and God quickly delivered him:
this was a strait of danger, not caused by his since, and God quickly Delivered him:
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but the strait that David was in, was caused by his sin, and that made it so bitter.
but the strait that David was in, was caused by his since, and that made it so bitter.
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I am loth to enlarge here:
I am loath to enlarge Here:
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St. Paul was in a great Strait Phil. 3. 23. but this was a blessed strait,
Saint Paul was in a great Strait Philip 3. 23. but this was a blessed strait,
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an Evangelical strait, saith Saint Chrysostom, He knew not, whether to die for his own sake,
an Evangelical strait, Says Saint Chrysostom, He knew not, whither to die for his own sake,
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or to live for the Churches sake, were best; or to live for the Churches sake, were best;
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he was willing to adjourn his going to Heaven for the good of the people of God:
he was willing to adjourn his going to Heaven for the good of the people of God:
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Nay, Christ was in a strait, Luk. 12. 15. I have a Baptism to be baptized withall,
Nay, christ was in a strait, Luk. 12. 15. I have a Baptism to be baptised withal,
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and how am I straitned till it be accomplished? I am to shed my blood for my Elect:
and how am I straitened till it be accomplished? I am to shed my blood for my Elect:
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that is the Baptism he speaks of. This was a strait of dear affection to the Elect of God: all these were blessed straits:
that is the Baptism he speaks of. This was a strait of dear affection to the Elect of God: all these were blessed straits:
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but now, straits caused by sin, these are imbittered and e• … venomed by the guilt of sin and sense of Gods Wrath. It is sin that maketh straits deserve the name of straits:
but now, straits caused by since, these Are imbittered and e• … venomed by the guilt of since and sense of God's Wrath. It is since that makes straits deserve the name of straits:
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therefore you are spiritually mad that commit sin to avoid straits.
Therefore you Are spiritually mad that commit since to avoid straits.
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2. There is more evil in the least sin, than in the greatest outward calamity whatsoever:
2. There is more evil in the least since, than in the greatest outward calamity whatsoever:
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this the world will not believe:
this the world will not believe:
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therefore St. Austin saith, That a man ought not to tell a lie, though he might save all the world from hell:
Therefore Saint Austin Says, That a man ought not to tell a lie, though he might save all the world from hell:
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for there is more evil in one lie, than there is good in the salvation of all the world. for there is more evil in one lie, than there is good in the salvation of all the world.
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I have often told you the story of Saint Austin: saith he, If hell were on one side,
I have often told you the story of Saint Austin: Says he, If hell were on one side,
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and • … in on the other, and I must choose one; I would choose Hell rather then Sin:
and • … in on the other, and I must choose one; I would choose Hell rather then since:
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for God is the Author of Hell, but it is blasphemy to say, He is the Author of sin. for God is the Author of Hell, but it is blasphemy to say, He is the Author of since.
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There is a famous story of Charles the ninth, King of France: he sent a message to the Prince of Condy, a zealous Protestant, gives him three things to choose, either to go to Mass,
There is a famous story of Charles the ninth, King of France: he sent a message to the Prince of Condy, a zealous Protestant, gives him three things to choose, either to go to Mass,
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or to be put to death, or to suffer banishment all his life long: saith he, Primum, Deo juvante, nunquam eligam:
or to be put to death, or to suffer banishment all his life long: Says he, Primum, God juvante, Never eligam:
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The first (God helping) I will never choose ▪ I abhor the idolatry of the Mass:
The First (God helping) I will never choose ▪ I abhor the idolatry of the Mass:
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but for the two other, I leave it to the choice of the King 〈 ◊ 〉 do 〈 ◊ 〉 he pleases:
but for the two other, I leave it to the choice of the King 〈 ◊ 〉 do 〈 ◊ 〉 he Pleases:
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there is more evil in the le• … st sin then the greatest misery. there is more evil in the le• … Saint since then the greatest misery.
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3. The third thing I would have you consider, is that whosoever goeth out of God's way to avoid danger, • … hall certainly meet with greater danger.
3. The third thing I would have you Consider, is that whosoever Goes out of God's Way to avoid danger, • … hall Certainly meet with greater danger.
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Balaam went out of God's way, Numb. 22. 22. and God sent an Angel with a drawn sword, balaam went out of God's Way, Numb. 22. 22. and God sent an Angel with a drawn sword,
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and he riding upon an Ass, vers. 26. the Angel stood in a narrow place, where was no way to go from the right hand or from the left:
and he riding upon an Ass, vers. 26. the Angel stood in a narrow place, where was no Way to go from the right hand or from the left:
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if his Ass had not fallen under him, he had been run through by the sword of the Angel.
if his Ass had not fallen under him, he had been run through by the sword of the Angel.
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Ionah for fear of the King of Ni• … veh went out of God's way, but he met with a mighty tempest, he met with a Whale:Jonah for Fear of the King of Ni• … veh went out of God's Way, but he met with a mighty tempest, he met with a Whale:
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What do you do, when you commit sin? you make way to be cast into the eternal prison of hell:
What do you do, when you commit since? you make Way to be cast into the Eternal prison of hell:
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you destroy your precious souls, to save your perishing bodies.
you destroy your precious Souls, to save your perishing bodies.
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Use. 2. If sin be the father and mother of all perplexity and distresses, then, I beseech you, let us above all things in the world abhor sin:Use. 2. If since be the father and mother of all perplexity and Distresses, then, I beseech you, let us above all things in the world abhor since:
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all the curses of the Bible are all due only to a sinner; and all the curses not named in the Bible:
all the curses of the bible Are all due only to a sinner; and all the curses not nam in the bible:
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for that is observable, Deut. 28. 36. every plague that is not written in the book shall light upon him:
for that is observable, Deuteronomy 28. 36. every plague that is not written in the book shall Light upon him:
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There are strange punishments to the workers of iniquity, Iob 31. 3. Is not destruction to the wicked a strange punishment to the workers of iniquity? sin it bringeth the sinner to little ease:
There Are strange punishments to the workers of iniquity, Job 31. 3. Is not destruction to the wicked a strange punishment to the workers of iniquity? sin it brings the sinner to little ease:
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little ease at death, little ease at the day of judgement, and little ease in hell, tribulation and anguish:
little ease At death, little ease At the day of judgement, and little ease in hell, tribulation and anguish:
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the word in the Greek is NONLATINALPHABET, little ease to every soul that doth iniquity.
the word in the Greek is, little ease to every soul that does iniquity.
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Oh my beloved, will you promise me to look upon sin, and consider it in all its woful consequents,
O my Beloved, will you promise me to look upon since, and Consider it in all its woeful consequents,
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as the father, mother and womb out of which come external, eternal, and internal straits? more particularly, there are twelve sins I especially command you to take heed of and avoid: 1. Take heed of Covetousness:
as the father, mother and womb out of which come external, Eternal, and internal straits? more particularly, there Are twelve Sins I especially command you to take heed of and avoid: 1. Take heed of Covetousness:
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the love of the world will pierce you through with many sorows; the love of money is the root of all evil;
the love of the world will pierce you through with many sorrows; the love of money is the root of all evil;
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the love of the world drowns men in perdition. 2. Take heed of the sin of Pride:
the love of the world drowns men in perdition. 2. Take heed of the since of Pride:
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into what woful straits did pride bring Haman! God crossed him in what he most desired:
into what woeful straits did pride bring Haman! God crossed him in what he most desired:
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God made him hold the stirrup, while Mordecay rode in triumph;
God made him hold the stirrup, while Mordecai road in triumph;
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and God hanged him on the Gallows which he had made for Mordecay. 3. Take heed of Drunkenness;
and God hanged him on the Gallows which he had made for Mordecai. 3. Take heed of drunkenness;
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look not on the wine when it gives its colour in the cup, &c. drunkenness will bring you into snares:
look not on the wine when it gives its colour in the cup, etc. Drunkenness will bring you into snares:
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It will bite like a Serpent, and sting like an Adder, &c. 4. Take heed of disobedience and rebellion against the Commandments of God:
It will bite like a Serpent, and sting like an Adder, etc. 4. Take heed of disobedience and rebellion against the commandments of God:
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it brought Ionah to his three nights and three dayes in the Whale's belly. 5. Take heed of fornication, and adultery; and all uncleanness;
it brought Jonah to his three nights and three days in the Whale's belly. 5. Take heed of fornication, and adultery; and all uncleanness;
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this brought Sampson to a woful strait: this brought David and Solomon into great perplexity. 6. Take heed of oppression, and all acts of injustice:
this brought Sampson to a woeful strait: this brought David and Solomon into great perplexity. 6. Take heed of oppression, and all acts of injustice:
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this brought Ahab into a great strait, insomuch that the dogs licked his blood. Take heed of unnecessary familiarity with wicked men:
this brought Ahab into a great strait, insomuch that the Dogs licked his blood. Take heed of unnecessary familiarity with wicked men:
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this brought Iehosaphat into a great strait. 8. Take heed of misusing the Prophets of God:
this brought Jehoshaphat into a great strait. 8. Take heed of misusing the prophets of God:
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this made God destroy the children of Israel without remedy, 2 Chron. 36. 15, 16. 9. Take heed of coming prophanely to the Lord's Table;
this made God destroy the children of Israel without remedy, 2 Chronicles 36. 15, 16. 9. Take heed of coming profanely to the Lord's Table;
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this brought the Church of Corinth into a great distress, insomuch as the Apostle saith, For this cause many among you are sick,
this brought the Church of Corinth into a great distress, insomuch as the Apostle Says, For this cause many among you Are sick,
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and many weak, and many fallen asleep. 10. Take heed of loathing the Manna of your souls:and many weak, and many fallen asleep. 10. Take heed of loathing the Manna of your Souls:
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this brought the people of Israel into woful misery;
this brought the people of Israel into woeful misery;
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that God destroyed all their carcasses in the wilderness, save Ioshua and Cal• … b. Take heed of slighting the Gospel:
that God destroyed all their carcases in the Wilderness, save Ioshua and Cal• … b. Take heed of slighting the Gospel:
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this brought Queen Mary 's persecution, as many learned and godly men that fled for Religion's sake out of the Land, have confessed:
this brought Queen Marry is persecution, as many learned and godly men that fled for Religion's sake out of the Land, have confessed:
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Their unthankfulness for, and unfruitfulness under the Gospel in King Edward the sixth's time, brought the persecution in Queen Mary 's time. 11. Take heed of losing your first Love:
Their unthankfulness for, and unfruitfulness under the Gospel in King Edward the sixth's time, brought the persecution in Queen Marry is time. 11. Take heed of losing your First Love:
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that makes God threaten to take away his Candlestick. 12. Take heed of prophaning the Christian Sabbath, which is much prophaned every where, a day that Christ by his resurrection from the dead hath consecrated, to be kept holy to God:
that makes God threaten to take away his Candlestick. 12. Take heed of profaning the Christian Sabbath, which is much Profaned every where, a day that christ by his resurrection from the dead hath consecrated, to be kept holy to God:
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Certainly if the Jews were so severely punished for breaking the Sabbath, which was set apart in memory of the Creation;
Certainly if the jews were so severely punished for breaking the Sabbath, which was Set apart in memory of the Creation;
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surely God will severely punish those that break the Sabbath set apart in memory of Christ's Resurrection.
surely God will severely Punish those that break the Sabbath Set apart in memory of Christ's Resurrection.
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May be, some will say, I have committed many of these sins, but am not brought into any strait.
May be, Some will say, I have committed many of these Sins, but am not brought into any strait.
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Remember, it was nine months after David had n• … mbred the people, before he was in this strait:
remember, it was nine months After David had n• … mbred the people, before he was in this strait:
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but as sure as God is in heaven, sin will bring straits sooner or later; though a sinner live au hundred years, yet shall he be accursed:
but as sure as God is in heaven, since will bring straits sooner or later; though a sinner live au hundred Years, yet shall he be accursed:
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May be, thy prosperity makes way for thy damnation: and this is thy greatest distress, that thou goest on in sin and prosperest.
May be, thy Prosperity makes Way for thy damnation: and this is thy greatest distress, that thou goest on in since and prosperest.
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Use 3. If sin bringeth a Nation into marvellous labyrinths, learn what great cause we have to fear that God should bring this Nation into great distress,Use 3. If since brings a nation into marvellous labyrinths, Learn what great cause we have to Fear that God should bring this nation into great distress,
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because of the great abominations are committed in the midst of it:
Because of the great abominations Are committed in the midst of it:
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Our King and Soveraign was in great straits in the dayes of his banishment, but God hath delivered him:
Our King and Sovereign was in great straits in the days of his banishment, but God hath Delivered him:
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God hath delivered this Nation out of great straits;
God hath Delivered this nation out of great straits;
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but alas, we requite God evil for good, and instead of repenting of old sins, we commit new sins.
but alas, we requite God evil for good, and instead of repenting of old Sins, we commit new Sins.
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I am told there are new oaths invented, oaths not fit to be named in any place, much less here:
I am told there Are new Oaths invented, Oaths not fit to be nam in any place, much less Here:
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Certainly the drunkenness and adultery, the oppression and injustice, the bribery and Sabbath-breaking, the vain and wicked swearing and for-swearing, this Nation is guilty of, must of necessity provoke God to say of us,
Certainly the Drunkenness and adultery, the oppression and injustice, the bribery and Sabbath-breaking, the vain and wicked swearing and forswearing, this nation is guilty of, must of necessity provoke God to say of us,
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as he did of them in Ieremiah 15. 29. Shall I not visit for these things, saith the Lord? Shall not my soul be avenged on such a Nation as this? God will not only punish us, but be avenged on us.
as he did of them in Jeremiah 15. 29. Shall I not visit for these things, Says the Lord? Shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? God will not only Punish us, but be avenged on us.
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There is no way to avoid a national desolation but by a national reformation.
There is no Way to avoid a national desolation but by a national Reformation.
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Lastly, learn what cause, you of this Congregation and Parish, what cause you have to expect that God should bring you into great straits,
Lastly, Learn what cause, you of this Congregation and Parish, what cause you have to expect that God should bring you into great straits,
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because of your great unthankfulness and unfruitfulness under the means of Grace, you that have so long enjoyed the Gospel;
Because of your great unthankfulness and unfruitfulness under the means of Grace, you that have so long enjoyed the Gospel;
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you have had the Gospel in this place in great abundance; Doctor Taylor he served one apprenticeship in this place; Doctor Staughton served another apprenticeship;
you have had the Gospel in this place in great abundance; Doctor Taylor he served one apprenticeship in this place; Doctor Staughton served Another apprenticeship;
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and I, through divine Mercy, have served three apprenticeships, and half another almost, among you;
and I, through divine Mercy, have served three apprenticeships, and half Another almost, among you;
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you have had the Spirit of God seven and thirty years in the faithful ministry of the Word, knocking at the door of your hearts,
you have had the Spirit of God seven and thirty Years in the faithful Ministry of the Word, knocking At the door of your hearts,
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but many of you haue hardened your hearts.
but many of you have hardened your hearts.
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Are there not some of you, I only put the question, that begin to loath the Manna of your souls,
are there not Some of you, I only put the question, that begin to loath the Manna of your Souls,
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and to look back towards Egypt again? Are there not some of you have itching ears, and would fain have.
and to look back towards Egypt again? are there not Some of you have itching ears, and would fain have.
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Preachers that would feed you with dainty phrases, and begin, not to care for a Minister that unrips your Consciences, speaks to your hearts and souls,
Preachers that would feed you with dainty phrases, and begin, not to care for a Minister that unrips your Consciences, speaks to your hearts and Souls,
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and would force you into heaven by frighting you out of your sins? Are there not some of you, that by often hearing Sermons are become Sermon-proof, that know how to sleep and scoff away Sermons.
and would force you into heaven by frighting you out of your Sins? are there not Some of you, that by often hearing Sermons Are become Sermonproof, that know how to sleep and scoff away Sermons.
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I would be glad to say, there are but few such;
I would be glad to say, there Are but few such;
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but the Lord knoweth there are too • … oo many that by long preaching get little good by preaching;
but the Lord Knoweth there Are too • … oo many that by long preaching get little good by preaching;
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insomuch that I have often said it, and say it now again, There is hardly any way to raise the price of the Gospel-Ministry,
insomuch that I have often said it, and say it now again, There is hardly any Way to raise the price of the Gospel ministry,
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but by the want of it:
but by the want of it:
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And that, I may not • … latter you, you have not profited under the means you have enjoyed;
And that, I may not • … latter you, you have not profited under the means you have enjoyed;
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therefore you may justly expect God may bring you into a strait, and take away the Gospel from you:
Therefore you may justly expect God may bring you into a strait, and take away the Gospel from you:
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God may justly take away your Ministers by death or other wayes.
God may justly take away your Ministers by death or other ways.
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H• … you not lost your first love? Why did God take away the Gospel from the Church of Ephesus, but because they lost their first Love? Are you not like the Church of Laodicea, that are neither hot nor cold? therefore God may justly spew you out of his mouth:
H• … you not lost your First love? Why did God take away the Gospel from the Church of Ephesus, but Because they lost their First Love? are you not like the Church of Laodicea, that Are neither hight nor cold? Therefore God may justly spew you out of his Mouth:
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what God will do with you, I know not ▪ a few weeks will determine: God can make a great change in a little time: we leave all to God:
what God will do with you, I know not ▪ a few weeks will determine: God can make a great change in a little time: we leave all to God:
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but in the mean time let me commend one Text of Scripture to you ▪ Ierem. 13. 16. Give glory to the Lord your God,
but in the mean time let me commend one Text of Scripture to you ▪ Jeremiah 13. 16. Give glory to the Lord your God,
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before he cause darkness, and before your feet stumble upon the dark mountains, and while you look for light, he turn it into the shadow of death, and make it gross darkness. before he cause darkness, and before your feet Stumble upon the dark Mountains, and while you look for Light, he turn it into the shadow of death, and make it gross darkness.
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Verse 17. But if you will not hear, my soul shall weep in secret places for your pride,
Verse 17. But if you will not hear, my soul shall weep in secret places for your pride,
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and mine eyes shall weep sore, and run down with tears, because the Lords flock is carried away captive. and mine eyes shall weep soar, and run down with tears, Because the lords flock is carried away captive.
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Give glory to God by confessing and repenting of your fins, by humbling your souls before the Lord,
Give glory to God by confessing and repenting of your fins, by humbling your Souls before the Lord,
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before darkness come, and Who knoweth but this may prevent darkness?
before darkness come, and Who Knoweth but this may prevent darkness?
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Mr. Calamy's Sermon Preached at Alderman-Bury Church, Dec. 28. 1662. For which he was Imprisoned in Newgate. 1 Sam. 4. 13. And when he came,
Mr. Calamy's Sermon Preached At Aldermanbury Church, Dec. 28. 1662. For which he was Imprisoned in Newgate. 1 Sam. 4. 13. And when he Come,
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Lo, Ely sate upon a seat by the way side, waiting; for his heart trembled for the Ark of God.
Lo, Ely sat upon a seat by the Way side, waiting; for his heart trembled for the Ark of God.
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THat you may the better understand these words you must know that whatsoever God threatn'd against old Ely, in the second and third Chapters,
THat you may the better understand these words you must know that whatsoever God threatened against old Ely, in the second and third Chapters,
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because he did not restrain hi• … wicked So• … from their lewd Courses, is here Executed in this Chapter ▪ therefore we read, there were four thousand Israelites slain by the Philistines;
Because he did not restrain hi• … wicked So• … from their lewd Courses, is Here Executed in this Chapter ▪ Therefore we read, there were four thousand Israelites slave by the philistines;
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And the Elders of Israel met together to consult how to repair this great losse ▪ th• … confesse, it was the Lord that had smitten them ▪ 〈 ◊ 〉 say they, Wherefore hath the Lord smitten us to day before the Philistines:
And the Elders of Israel met together to consult how to repair this great loss ▪ th• … confess, it was the Lord that had smitten them ▪ 〈 ◊ 〉 say they, Wherefore hath the Lord smitten us to day before the philistines:
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And they conclude, the way to repair this their loss, it was, to fetch the Ark of the Covenant of the Lord from Shiloh, and carry it into the 〈 ◊ 〉 whereupon they appoint Hophni and Phinehas to 〈 ◊ 〉 it, whereby they imagined that the presence of the A• … k would save them from ruin,
And they conclude, the Way to repair this their loss, it was, to fetch the Ark of the Covenant of the Lord from Shiloh, and carry it into the 〈 ◊ 〉 whereupon they appoint Hophni and Phinehas to 〈 ◊ 〉 it, whereby they imagined that the presence of the A• … k would save them from ruin,
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but herein they were miserably mistaken;
but herein they were miserably mistaken;
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for, this judgment befel them not because the Ark was not in the Camp, but because th• … sin was in the Camp:
for, this judgement befell them not Because the Ark was not in the Camp, but Because th• … since was in the Camp:
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The Ark of the Covenant would not preserve those that had broken Covenant with God ▪ And therefore there was a great slaughter of the 〈 ◊ 〉 ▪ li• … es,
The Ark of the Covenant would not preserve those that had broken Covenant with God ▪ And Therefore there was a great slaughter of the 〈 ◊ 〉 ▪ li• … es,
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and were slain thirty thousand men, and H• … ▪ and Ph• … were slain, and the Ark it 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉.
and were slave thirty thousand men, and H• … ▪ and Ph• … were slave, and the Ark it 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉.
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But what was old Eli doing? He was ninety and eight years old, and was not able to go to the Battel,
But what was old Eli doing? He was ninety and eight Years old, and was not able to go to the Battle,
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but sits upon a seat by the way-side near the Battel; and there he sits, thinking what shall become of the Ark:
but sits upon a seat by the wayside near the Battle; and there he sits, thinking what shall become of the Ark:
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And lo, Ely sate upon a seat by the way side, watching: And lo, Ely sat upon a seat by the Way side, watching:
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for his heart trembled for the Ark of God, for fear lest the Ark should be taken:for his heart trembled for the Ark of God, for Fear lest the Ark should be taken:
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He was not troubled, what should become of his two Sons, or what should become of the people of Israel,
He was not troubled, what should become of his two Sons, or what should become of the people of Israel,
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but what should become of the Ark of God.
but what should become of the Ark of God.
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In the words are three parts. 1. Old Elies solicitousness for the Ark. 2. Old Elies heart-trembling for fear of the Ark. 3. Old Elies preferring the safety of the Ark before the safety of his two Sons, Wife, and Children.
In the words Are three parts. 1. Old Ely's solicitousness for the Ark 2. Old Ely's hearttrembling for Fear of the Ark 3. Old Ely's preferring the safety of the Ark before the safety of his two Sons, Wife, and Children.
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He sate upon a Seat by the way-side watching, for his heart trembled for the Ark of God. He sat upon a Seat by the wayside watching, for his heart trembled for the Ark of God.
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But what was the Ark of God? why should old Elies heart tremble for fear of the Ark? I Answer:
But what was the Ark of God? why should old Ely's heart tremble for Fear of the Ark? I Answer:
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This Ark was the holiest of all the things of God;
This Ark was the Holiest of all the things of God;
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it was so holy, that it made every place holy where it came, 2 Chron. 8. 11 And Solomon brought up the daughter of Pharoah, out of the City of David, into the House that he had built for her:
it was so holy, that it made every place holy where it Come, 2 Chronicles 8. 11 And Solomon brought up the daughter of Pharaoh, out of the city of David, into the House that he had built for her:
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for he said, My wife shall not dwell in the House of David King of Israel,
for he said, My wife shall not dwell in the House of David King of Israel,
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because the places are holy, whereunto the Ark of the Lord hath come. Because the places Are holy, whereunto the Ark of the Lord hath come.
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This Ark was the dwelling place of God, it was the habitation of God, Psal. 99. 1. The Lord Reigneth, he sitteth between the Cherubims.
This Ark was the Dwelling place of God, it was the habitation of God, Psalm 99. 1. The Lord Reigneth, he Sitteth between the Cherubims.
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Now these Cherubims were placed over the Ark: it was the speaking place of God; he met his people there, and there he gave an answer to them:
Now these Cherubims were placed over the Ark: it was the speaking place of God; he met his people there, and there he gave an answer to them:
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Exod. 25. 21, 22. And thou shalt: put the Mercy-seat above upon the Ark and in the Ark thou shalt put the Testimony that I shall give thee: Exod 25. 21, 22. And thou shalt: put the Mercy-seat above upon the Ark and in the Ark thou shalt put the Testimony that I shall give thee:
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And there will I meet with thee, and I will commune with thee from above • … he Mercy-seat, from between the two Cherubims which are • … pon the Ark of the Testimony, of all things I shall give thee • … n commandement unto the children of Israel. And there will I meet with thee, and I will commune with thee from above • … he Mercy-seat, from between the two Cherubims which Are • … pon the Ark of the Testimony, of all things I shall give thee • … n Commandment unto the children of Israel.
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This Ark was Gods Foot-stool, and all the people of God worshipt before the Foot-stool of God, Psal. 99. 5. Exalt ye the Lord our God,
This Ark was God's Footstool, and all the people of God worshipped before the Footstool of God, Psalm 99. 5. Exalt you the Lord our God,
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and worship at his footstool, for he is holy. and worship At his footstool, for he is holy.
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The Ark, it was the glory and the strength of Israel, Psal. 78. 61. And he delivered his strength into captivity,
The Ark, it was the glory and the strength of Israel, Psalm 78. 61. And he Delivered his strength into captivity,
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and his glory into his enemies hand; And it was the terror of the enemies of God: and his glory into his enemies hand; And it was the terror of the enemies of God:
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And therefore when the Ark came into the Battel, the Philistines were afraid, and said, Wo unto us, for God is come down into the Camp:
And Therefore when the Ark Come into the Battle, the philistines were afraid, and said, Woe unto us, for God is come down into the Camp:
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And indeed this Ark was called Iehovah, Num. 10. 35. And it came to pass,
And indeed this Ark was called Jehovah, Num. 10. 35. And it Come to pass,
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when the Ark set forward, that Moses said, Rise up, Lord, and let thine enemies be scattered:
when the Ark Set forward, that Moses said, Rise up, Lord, and let thine enemies be scattered:
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And when it rested, he said, Return, O Lord, unto the many thousands of Israel.And when it rested, he said, Return, Oh Lord, unto the many thousands of Israel.
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In a word, the Ark was a pledge, and a visible symptom of Gods gracious presence with his people;
In a word, the Ark was a pledge, and a visible Symptom of God's gracious presence with his people;
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as long as the Ark was saved, they were saved; and when the Ark was with them, Gods presence was with them;
as long as the Ark was saved, they were saved; and when the Ark was with them, God's presence was with them;
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but when the A• … k was gone, God was gone; his comfor• … ing presence, his protecting presence, and his preserving presence:
but when the A• … k was gone, God was gone; his comfor• … ing presence, his protecting presence, and his preserving presence:
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And therefore no wonder that this good old man sate watching here for fear of the Ark. I call him, good old man:
And Therefore no wonder that this good old man sat watching Here for Fear of the Ark I call him, good old man:
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Many are of opinion that he was not good, because he suffered his Sons to be so wicked;
Many Are of opinion that he was not good, Because he suffered his Sons to be so wicked;
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and indeed his fault was great, but surely he was a good man, and I have two reasons to prove it:
and indeed his fault was great, but surely he was a good man, and I have two Reasons to prove it:
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First, in tha• … he took the punishment of his iniquity so patiently; It is the Lord, let him do what seemeth him good.
First, in tha• … he took the punishment of his iniquity so patiently; It is the Lord, let him do what seems him good.
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And secondly, he was a good man, as appears, in the Text, by his solicitousness for the Ark: He sate trembling, &c.
And secondly, he was a good man, as appears, in the Text, by his solicitousness for the Ark: He sat trembling, etc.
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Now this Ark was a Type of three things. First, I• … was a Type of Jesus Christ;
Now this Ark was a Type of three things. First, I• … was a Type of jesus christ;
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for God spake From the Ark: so God speaks to us by Christ. Secondly, It was a Type of the Church of Christ:
for God spoke From the Ark: so God speaks to us by christ. Secondly, It was a Type of the Church of christ:
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for • … s the Ark was the preserver of the two Tables of the Law,
for • … s the Ark was the preserver of the two Tables of the Law,
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so the Church of Christ is the preservative of the Scriptures. Thirdly, The Ark was a Type of the Ordinances of Christ:
so the Church of christ is the preservative of the Scriptures. Thirdly, The Ark was a Type of the Ordinances of christ:
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for as God did communicate himself by the Ark, so God by his Ordinances communicates his Counsels, comforts and graces unto his people:
for as God did communicate himself by the Ark, so God by his Ordinances communicates his Counsels, comforts and graces unto his people:
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The Ordinances of Christ, they are the Oraculum by which he conveys himself unto his people.
The Ordinances of christ, they Are the Oraculum by which he conveys himself unto his people.
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Thus I have shew'd you what the Ark was.
Thus I have showed you what the Ark was.
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I shall gather two Observations from the words: 1. That when the Ark of God is in danger of being lost, the people of God have thoughtful heads,
I shall gather two Observations from the words: 1. That when the Ark of God is in danger of being lost, the people of God have thoughtful Heads,
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and trembling hearts. 2. That a true child of God is more troubled, and more solicitous what shall become of the Ark,
and trembling hearts. 2. That a true child of God is more troubled, and more solicitous what shall become of the Ark,
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then what shall become of Wife and Children or Estate. I shall begin with the first.
then what shall become of Wife and Children or Estate. I shall begin with the First.
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Doct. That when the Ark of God is in danger of being lost, the people of God have thoughtful heads and trembling hearts.
Doct. That when the Ark of God is in danger of being lost, the people of God have thoughtful Heads and trembling hearts.
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Or, if I may put this Doctrine into a Gospel-dress, take it thus:
Or, if I may put this Doctrine into a Gospel-dress, take it thus:
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That when the Gospel is in danger of losing, when Gospel-Ordinances are in danger of being lost, That when the Gospel is in danger of losing, when Gospel ordinances Are in danger of being lost,
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and Gospel-Ministers in danger of losing;
and Gospel ministers in danger of losing;
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that then the people of God have trembling heads, and careful and solicitous hearts about it. Mark what I say:that then the people of God have trembling Heads, and careful and solicitous hearts about it. Mark what I say:
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I say not, when the Ark is lost; for that was death to old Ely, that broke his neck:
I say not, when the Ark is lost; for that was death to old Ely, that broke his neck:
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and it cost the life of Ely's daughter in Law:
and it cost the life of Ely's daughter in Law:
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when the Ark of God was taken she took no comfort in her child, though a man-child she regarded:
when the Ark of God was taken she took no Comfort in her child, though a Manchild she regarded:
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For the glory is departed from Israel, the Ark of God is taken. I say not when the Ark of God is lost:For the glory is departed from Israel, the Ark of God is taken. I say not when the Ark of God is lost:
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but I say when it is in danger of losing:
but I say when it is in danger of losing:
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when the Gospel is in danger, the Ministers of the Gospel in danger, and the Ordinances in danger to be lost;
when the Gospel is in danger, the Ministers of the Gospel in danger, and the Ordinances in danger to be lost;
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then the people of God have trembling hearts, and careful heads.
then the people of God have trembling hearts, and careful Heads.
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When God threatned the Israelites, that he would not go with them they were troubled for the loss of Gods presence,
When God threatened the Israelites, that he would not go with them they were troubled for the loss of God's presence,
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and would not put on their ornaments, Exod. 33. 3, 4. I will not go in the midst of thee,
and would not put on their Ornament, Exod 33. 3, 4. I will not go in the midst of thee,
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for thou art a stiffneck• … d people, lest I consume thee in the way:
for thou art a stiffneck• … worser people, lest I consume thee in the Way:
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And when the people heard these evill tidings they mourned and no man did put on his ornaments: And when the people herd these evil tidings they mourned and no man did put on his Ornament:
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1 Sam. 7. 2. And it came to pass, while the Ark abode in Kiriath-jearim, that the time was long,
1 Sam. 7. 2. And it Come to pass, while the Ark Abided in Kiriath-jearim, that the time was long,
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for it was twenty years, and all the house of Israel lamented after the Lord: for it was twenty Years, and all the house of Israel lamented After the Lord:
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that is, after the presence of God, speaking from the Ark. 2 Sam. 11. 10, 11. David would have had Uriah to have gone down to his house and made merry:
that is, After the presence of God, speaking from the Ark 2 Sam. 11. 10, 11. David would have had Uriah to have gone down to his house and made merry:
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And Uriah said unto David, the Ark, and Israel, and Iudah abide in Tents, and my Lord Ioab, And Uriah said unto David, the Ark, and Israel, and Iudah abide in Tents, and my Lord Ioab,
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and the Servants of my Lord are incamped in open fields:
and the Servants of my Lord Are encamped in open fields:
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shall I then go into mine house to eat and to drink, and to lie with my Wife? As thou liv• … st,
shall I then go into mine house to eat and to drink, and to lie with my Wife? As thou liv• … Saint,
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and as thy soul liveth, I will not do this thing. and as thy soul lives, I will not do this thing.
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1 King. 19. 10. And Elijah said I have been very zealous for the Lord God of Hosts:
1 King. 19. 10. And Elijah said I have been very zealous for the Lord God of Hosts:
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for the children of Israel have forsaken thy Covenant, thrown down thine Altars, and slain thy Prophets with the swerd,
for the children of Israel have forsaken thy Covenant, thrown down thine Altars, and slave thy prophets with the sword,
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and I, even I only am left, and they seek my life to take it away. and I, even I only am left, and they seek my life to take it away.
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Thus you see when the Ark is in danger, the people of God mourn and are sorrowful.
Thus you see when the Ark is in danger, the people of God mourn and Are sorrowful.
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And there be four Reasons, why the people of God are so much troubled when the Ark of God is in danger.
And there be four Reasons, why the people of God Are so much troubled when the Ark of God is in danger.
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Reas. 1. Because of the great love they bear to the Ark of God;Reas. 1. Because of the great love they bear to the Ark of God;
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As God loveth the gates of Sion, more then all the dwellings of Iacob, Psal. 87. 2. So the people of God love the Ordinances of God,
As God loves the gates of Sion, more then all the dwellings of Iacob, Psalm 87. 2. So the people of God love the Ordinances of God,
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and the faithful Ministers of Christ, Psal. 26. 8. Lord, I have loved the habitation of thy house,
and the faithful Ministers of christ, Psalm 26. 8. Lord, I have loved the habitation of thy house,
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and the place where thine honour dwelleth.
and the place where thine honour dwells.
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Psal. 27. 4. One thing have I desired of the Lord, that I will seek after, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord,
Psalm 27. 4. One thing have I desired of the Lord, that I will seek After, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord,
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and to enquire in his Temple. Now, love stirreth up the affections:and to inquire in his Temple. Now, love stirs up the affections:
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As young Croesus, though he were dumb, yet seeing his Father like to be Killed, cryed out, Do not kill my Father:
As young Croesus, though he were dumb, yet seeing his Father like to be Killed, cried out, Do not kill my Father:
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Such is the love of the Saints of God to the Ark, that they cannot be silent, they cannot but tremble when they see the Ark in danger:
Such is the love of the Saints of God to the Ark, that they cannot be silent, they cannot but tremble when they see the Ark in danger:
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And for Sions sake they cannot hold their peace: And for Zions sake they cannot hold their peace:
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and they cannot be silent until the Lord make the Righteousness thereof go out like brightness,
and they cannot be silent until the Lord make the Righteousness thereof go out like brightness,
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and the Salvation thereof as a Lamp that burneth. and the Salvation thereof as a Lamp that burns.
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2. The people of God are troubled at this, because of the interest they have in the Ark of God:
2. The people of God Are troubled At this, Because of the Interest they have in the Ark of God:
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Now, interest stirreth up affections, as when another mans house is on fire:
Now, Interest stirs up affections, as when Another men house is on fire:
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as you had a lamentable and sad providence this last week, and it is not to be forgotten,
as you had a lamentable and sad providence this last Week, and it is not to be forgotten,
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how suddenly in all our feastings, God may dash all our mirth. Now consider, how were they affected that had an interest in those that were burned:
how suddenly in all our feastings, God may dash all our mirth. Now Consider, how were they affected that had an Interest in those that were burned:
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so the people of God have an interest in the Ark: God is the Haven of a Child of God, the portion and inheritance of a Child of God;
so the people of God have an Interest in the Ark: God is the Haven of a Child of God, the portion and inheritance of a Child of God;
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and when God begins to forsake them, they cannot but be afflicted and troubled:
and when God begins to forsake them, they cannot but be afflicted and troubled:
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The Ordinances of God are the Jewels of a Christian, and the Treasure of a Christian;
The Ordinances of God Are the Jewels of a Christian, and the Treasure of a Christian;
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and the losse of them cannot but trouble them:
and the loss of them cannot but trouble them:
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And Jesus Christ is the joy of a Christian, and therefore when Christ is departing, they cannot bu• … be much afflicted at it.
And jesus christ is the joy of a Christian, and Therefore when christ is departing, they cannot bu• … be much afflicted At it.
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3. The people of God are much troubled when th• … Ark is in danger,
3. The people of God Are much troubled when th• … Ark is in danger,
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because of the mischiefs that com• … upon a Nation when the Ark of God is lost:
Because of the mischiefs that com• … upon a nation when the Ark of God is lost:
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wo be 〈 ◊ 〉 that Nation when the Ark is gone.
woe be 〈 ◊ 〉 that nation when the Ark is gone.
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The Heathens ha• … the Image of Apollo, and they conceived, that as lon• … as that Image was preserved amongst them, they coul• … never be worsted, but be preserved;
The heathens ha• … the Image of Apollo, and they conceived, that as lon• … as that Image was preserved among them, they coul• … never be worsted, but be preserved;
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and the Romans had a Buckler, upon which they had a Tradition, that as long as that Buckler was preserved, Rome could not be taken.
and the Romans had a Buckler, upon which they had a Tradition, that as long as that Buckler was preserved, Room could not be taken.
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Shall I give a hint, and set it out a little in five particulars. 1. When the Ark of God is taken,
Shall I give a hint, and Set it out a little in five particulars. 1. When the Ark of God is taken,
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then the wayes of Sion mourn, and none come to the Solemn Assemblies:
then the ways of Sion mourn, and none come to the Solemn Assemblies:
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It was the complaint of the Church, Lament. 1. 4. That is matter of sadness. 2. When the Ark of God is taken,
It was the complaint of the Church, Lament. 1. 4. That is matter of sadness. 2. When the Ark of God is taken,
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then the Ministers of Christ are driven into Corners:
then the Ministers of christ Are driven into Corners:
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And that is matter of hearttrembling. 3. When the Ark of God is taken, then the souls of many are in danger:
And that is matter of hearttrembling. 3. When the Ark of God is taken, then the Souls of many Are in danger:
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when the Gospel is gone, your souls are in hazzard:
when the Gospel is gone, your Souls Are in hazard:
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There is cause of sadness. 4. Then do the Enemies of God Blaspheme, and are ready to say, Where is your God? then do the Enemies of God Triumph, Psal. 42. 10. As with a Sword in my Bones mine Enemies reproach me:
There is cause of sadness. 4. Then do the Enemies of God Blaspheme, and Are ready to say, Where is your God? then do the Enemies of God Triumph, Psalm 42. 10. As with a Sword in my Bones mine Enemies reproach me:
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while they say dayly unto me, Where is thy God? 5. Then is Iesus Christ trampled under foot,while they say daily unto me, Where is thy God? 5. Then is Iesus christ trampled under foot,
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and the Ordinances of God defiled and trampled on; and then Blasphemy and Atheism comes in like an Armed man.
and the Ordinances of God defiled and trampled on; and then Blasphemy and Atheism comes in like an Armed man.
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4. The people of God must needs tremble when the Ark is in danger, because of their accessariness to the losing of the Ark; and this was that which made old Ely so much troubled,
4. The people of God must needs tremble when the Ark is in danger, Because of their accessariness to the losing of the Ark; and this was that which made old Ely so much troubled,
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because he knew it was for his sin that God suffered the Ark to be taken:
Because he knew it was for his since that God suffered the Ark to be taken:
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He knew that his not punishing his two Sons, was one great cause of that great slaughter the people of Israel met withall, and that made him tremble.
He knew that his not punishing his two Sons, was one great cause of that great slaughter the people of Israel met withal, and that made him tremble.
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There is no person here in this Congregation, but his heart will tell him, he hath contributed something towards the loss of the Ark. None of us so holy but our consciences must accuse us, we have done something that might cause God to take the Ark from us:
There is no person Here in this Congregation, but his heart will tell him, he hath contributed something towards the loss of the Ark None of us so holy but our Consciences must accuse us, we have done something that might cause God to take the Ark from us:
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And therefore Mr. Bradford, that blessed Martyr, said in his Prayer, Lord it was my unthankfulness for the Gospel, that brought in Popery in Queen Maries dayes: and my unfruitfulness under the Gospel, that was the cause of the untimely death of King Edward the Sixth: And those that fled in Queen Maries dayes, sadly complained that they were the cause of Gods taking away the Gospel from England.
And Therefore Mr. Bradford, that blessed Martyr, said in his Prayer, Lord it was my unthankfulness for the Gospel, that brought in Popery in Queen Mary's days: and my unfruitfulness under the Gospel, that was the cause of the untimely death of King Edward the Sixth: And those that fled in Queen Mary's days, sadly complained that they were the cause of God's taking away the Gospel from England.
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O Beloved, it is for thy sin and my sin, that the Ark of God is in danger;
O beloved, it is for thy since and my since, that the Ark of God is in danger;
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and therefore the Lord give us trembling solicitous hearts, what shall become of the Ark. I come now to Application.
and Therefore the Lord give us trembling solicitous hearts, what shall become of the Ark I come now to Application.
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Use 1. If this be the property of a true child of God to be solicitous when the Ark of God is in danger,Use 1. If this be the property of a true child of God to be solicitous when the Ark of God is in danger,
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and to have such a trembling heart for fear of the Ark, then this is a certain sign there are but few that are the children of God in truth.
and to have such a trembling heart for Fear of the Ark, then this is a certain Signen there Are but few that Are the children of God in truth.
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O where is the man, and where is the woman, that like old Ely, sits watching and trembling for fear of the Ark! And that will appear by these Reasons.
O where is the man, and where is the woman, that like old Ely, sits watching and trembling for Fear of the Ark! And that will appear by these Reasons.
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First, In reference to the many sins in this Nation;
First, In Referente to the many Sins in this nation;
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for let me tell you, there is not one sin for which God ever took away the Ark from any people,
for let me tell you, there is not one since for which God ever took away the Ark from any people,
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but it is to be found in England: Did the Church of Ephesus lose the Candlestick,
but it is to be found in England: Did the Church of Ephesus loose the Candlestick,
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because they had lost their first love? And have not we lost our first love to the Gospel,
Because they had lost their First love? And have not we lost our First love to the Gospel,
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and to the Ordinances? And did the Church of Laodicea lose the Candlestick, because of lukewarmness? and are not we lukewarm? Did the people of Israel, as here in the Text, lose the Ark, because they abhorred the offering of God? and do not we do so? Are not the sins of Israel amongst us? the sins of Germany, and the sins of all other Nations about us? And can any man here before God this day, in this Congregation, that considers the great unthankfulness of this Nation,
and to the Ordinances? And did the Church of Laodicea loose the Candlestick, Because of lukewarmness? and Are not we lukewarm? Did the people of Israel, as Here in the Text, loose the Ark, Because they abhorred the offering of God? and do not we do so? are not the Sins of Israel among us? the Sins of Germany, and the Sins of all other nations about us? And can any man Here before God this day, in this Congregation, that considers the great unthankfulness of this nation,
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and the great prophanesse and wickednesse of this Nation, but they may conclude the Ark is in danger,
and the great profaneness and wickedness of this nation, but they may conclude the Ark is in danger,
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and God may justly take the Ark from us?
and God may justly take the Ark from us?
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I might tell you of the drunkennesse, adultery, covetousness, injustice, and uncharitableness, &c. that doth abound amongst us;
I might tell you of the Drunkenness, adultery, covetousness, injustice, and uncharitableness, etc. that does abound among us;
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and I might tell you of Sanctuary sins, prophanation of Sabbaths and Sacraments, out unthankfulnesse, and unfruitfulnesse, and unworthy walking under the Gospel:
and I might tell you of Sanctuary Sins, profanation of Sabbaths and Sacraments, out unthankfulness, and unfruitfulness, and unworthy walking under the Gospel:
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And you of this place, God may very well take the Ark even from you.
And you of this place, God may very well take the Ark even from you.
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And indeed it was the great interest I had in you, the which while I live I shall ever own;
And indeed it was the great Interest I had in you, the which while I live I shall ever own;
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and that great affection and respect I had to you, that I would not send you home this day without a Sermon,
and that great affection and respect I had to you, that I would not send you home this day without a Sermon,
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and let you go without a blessing. Now, can any of you in this Parish, and this Congregation;
and let you go without a blessing. Now, can any of you in this Parish, and this Congregation;
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can any of you say, God may not justly take the Gospel from you?
can any of you say, God may not justly take the Gospel from you?
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Secondly, Shall I adde, the discontents and divisions in the Nation, as Christ saith, A Nation divided against it self cannot stand;
Secondly, Shall I add, the discontents and divisions in the nation, as christ Says, A nation divided against it self cannot stand;
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but I leave these things to your considerations;
but I leave these things to your considerations;
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I do believe there is none here but will confesse the Ark of God is in danger to be lost.
I do believe there is none Here but will confess the Ark of God is in danger to be lost.
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But now where are our old Elys, to sit watching and trembling for fear of the Ark? Where is Phinehas his Wife, that would not be comforted,
But now where Are our old Elys, to fit watching and trembling for Fear of the Ark? Where is Phinehas his Wife, that would not be comforted,
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because the Ark of God was taken? Where are our Moses ' s? our Elijah ' s? our Uriah ' s? Where are they that lay to heart the dangers of the Ark? You complain of Taxes, and decay of Trading;
Because the Ark of God was taken? Where Are our Moses ' s? our Elijah ' s? our Uriah ' s? Where Are they that lay to heart the dangers of the Ark? You complain of Taxes, and decay of Trading;
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of this civil burden, and that civil burden;
of this civil burden, and that civil burden;
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but where is the man or the woman that complains of this misery, the losse of the Ark? Most of you are like Gallio, he cared not for these things;
but where is the man or the woman that complains of this misery, the loss of the Ark? Most of you Are like Gallio, he cared not for these things;
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if it had been a civill m• … ter, then he would have medled with it;
if it had been a civil m• … ter, then he would have meddled with it;
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but for Religion, he cared not for that: every man is troubled about meum and tuum, about civil concernments;
but for Religion, he cared not for that: every man is troubled about meum and tuum, about civil concernments;
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but who laies to heart, who regards, what shall become of Religion? There is a strange kind of indifferency ▪ and lukewarmnesse upon most peoples spirits;
but who lays to heart, who regards, what shall become of Religion? There is a strange kind of indifferency ▪ and lukewarmness upon most peoples spirits;
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so they may have their Trading go on, and their civill Burdens removed, they care not what becomes of the Ark. There is a Text of Scripture, I shall not spend much time in opening it,
so they may have their Trading go on, and their civil Burdens removed, they care not what becomes of the Ark There is a Text of Scripture, I shall not spend much time in opening it,
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but I would have you well consider it, Hos. 7. 9. Strangers have devoured his strength, and he knoweth it not:
but I would have you well Consider it, Hos. 7. 9. Strangers have devoured his strength, and he Knoweth it not:
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yea gray hairs are here and there upon him, yet 〈 ◊ 〉 knoweth not. yea grey hairs Are Here and there upon him, yet 〈 ◊ 〉 Knoweth not.
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Shall I say, gray hairs are upon the Gospel? I come not hither to prophecy:
Shall I say, grey hairs Are upon the Gospel? I come not hither to prophecy:
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I say not, the Gospel is dying, but I say it hath gray hairs:
I say not, the Gospel is dying, but I say it hath grey hairs:
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for you have had the Gospel a hundred years and above, and therefore it is in its old age:
for you have had the Gospel a hundred Years and above, and Therefore it is in its old age:
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and I dare challenge any Schollar to shew me an example of any Nation that hath enjoyed the Gospel for a hundred years together.
and I Dare challenge any Scholar to show me an Exampl of any nation that hath enjoyed the Gospel for a hundred Years together.
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Now that gray hairs is at a hundred years, is no wonder: well, gray hairs are here and there, and yet no man layeth it to heart.
Now that grey hairs is At a hundred Years, is no wonder: well, grey hairs Are Here and there, and yet no man Layeth it to heart.
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Now shal I spend some time to shew you what a great sin it is, not to be affected with the danger that the Ark of God is in: Consider but three particulars.
Now shall I spend Some time to show you what a great since it is, not to be affected with the danger that the Ark of God is in: Consider but three particulars.
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First, it is a sign you do not love the Gospel:
First, it is a Signen you do not love the Gospel:
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if you had any love to it, you would be troubled more for the danger of the Ark, then for any outward danger whatsoever.
if you had any love to it, you would be troubled more for the danger of the Ark, then for any outward danger whatsoever.
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Secondly, it is a sign you have no interest in the Gospel, for interest wil stir up your affections:
Secondly, it is a Signen you have no Interest in the Gospel, for Interest will stir up your affections:
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it is a sign you are not concerned in the Gospel, for if you were concerned in it, you would be affected with it;
it is a Signen you Are not concerned in the Gospel, for if you were concerned in it, you would be affected with it;
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as those that were interessed in those persons in that lamentable fire the last week, it is impossible but they should be affected: • … nd so it is asign you have no interest in God and Christ,
as those that were interested in those Persons in that lamentable fire the last Week, it is impossible but they should be affected: • … and so it is asign you have no Interest in God and christ,
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if your hearts do not tremble for fear of the loss of the Ark.
if your hearts do not tremble for Fear of the loss of the Ark
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But thirdly, there is a curse of God pronounced against all those that do not lay to heart the afflictions of Ioseph, Amos 6. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. Wo be to them that are at ease in Sion, and trust in the mountain of Samaria:
But Thirdly, there is a curse of God pronounced against all those that do not lay to heart the afflictions of Ioseph, Amos 6. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. Woe be to them that Are At ease in Sion, and trust in the mountain of Samaria:
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ye that put far away the evil day: that lye upon beds of Ivory, and stretch themselves upon their Couches: you that put Far away the evil day: that lie upon Beds of Ivory, and stretch themselves upon their Couches:
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that eat the Lambs out of the flock, and the Calves out of the midst of the stall:
that eat the Lambs out of the flock, and the Calves out of the midst of the stall:
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that chant to the sound of the Viol, and invent to themselves instruments of Musick: that drink Wine in bowles, and annoint themselves with the chief ointments:
that chant to the found of the Violent, and invent to themselves Instruments of Music: that drink Wine in bowls, and anoint themselves with the chief ointments:
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but they are not grieved for the afflictions of Ioseph. Wo be to you that injoy your fulness of outward things, and make merry therewith,but they Are not grieved for the afflictions of Ioseph. Woe be to you that enjoy your fullness of outward things, and make merry therewith,
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and never consider the afflictions of Gods people, and the danger of the Ark.
and never Consider the afflictions of God's people, and the danger of the Ark
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Use 2. For exhortation, To beseech you all, that God by a providence hath so unexpectedly brought this day to hear me; (and there may be a good providence in it, possibly I may do good herein:) I say, let me beseech you all, to declare, you are the people of God in deed and in truth, by following the example of old Ely, to be very solicitous for the Ark of God;Use 2. For exhortation, To beseech you all, that God by a providence hath so unexpectedly brought this day to hear me; (and there may be a good providence in it, possibly I may do good herein:) I say, let me beseech you all, to declare, you Are the people of God in deed and in truth, by following the Exampl of old Ely, to be very solicitous for the Ark of God;
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and let me exhort you to five particulars,
and let me exhort you to five particulars,
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First, let me perswade you to believe, that the Gospel is not entailed upon England: England hath no Letters Patents of the Gospel; the Gospel is removeable:
First, let me persuade you to believe, that the Gospel is not entailed upon England: England hath no Letters Patents of the Gospel; the Gospel is removable:
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God took away the Ark and forsook Shilo, and he did not only take away the Ark, but the Temple also;
God took away the Ark and forsook Shilo, and he did not only take away the Ark, but the Temple also;
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he unchurched the Iews, he unchurched the seven Churches of Asia, and we know not how soon he may unchurch us:
he unchurched the Iews, he unchurched the seven Churches of Asia, and we know not how soon he may unchurch us:
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I know no warrant we have to think that we shall have the Gospel another hundred year• …:
I know no warrant we have to think that we shall have the Gospel Another hundred year• …:
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God knows how to remove his Candlestick, but not to destroy it: God doth often remove the Church, but doth not destroy it:
God knows how to remove his Candlestick, but not to destroy it: God does often remove the Church, but does not destroy it:
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God removed his Church out of the East, as the Greek Churches were famous Churches, but God removed them, and now the Turk overspreads that Country.
God removed his Church out of the East, as the Greek Churches were famous Churches, but God removed them, and now the Turk overspreads that Country.
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Secondly I would perswade you, that Englands Ark is in danger to be lost: were it only for the • … ins of England, those prodigious iniquities amongst us,
Secondly I would persuade you, that Englands Ark is in danger to be lost: were it only for the • … Inns of England, those prodigious iniquities among us,
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and that strange unheard of ingratitude that is in the Land:
and that strange unheard of ingratitude that is in the Land:
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but I will say no more of that, because I would speak nothing but what becomes a sober Minister of the Gospel.
but I will say no more of that, Because I would speak nothing but what becomes a Sobrium Minister of the Gospel.
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Thirdly, I would perswade you, and O that I could raise you up to old Elies practise:
Thirdly, I would persuade you, and Oh that I could raise you up to old Ely's practise:
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He sat watching, for his heart trembled for fear of the Ark: He sat watching, for his heart trembled for Fear of the Ark:
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He had a thoughtful head, and aking heart, for the Ark of God that was in danger:
He had a thoughtful head, and aching heart, for the Ark of God that was in danger:
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And that I might move you to this, consider what a sad condition we are in if the Ark be taken:
And that I might move you to this, Consider what a sad condition we Are in if the Ark be taken:
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what will your Estate do you good? or what will all your concernments do you good,
what will your Estate do you good? or what will all your concernments do you good,
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if the Gospel be gone? Wherein doth England exceed other places? there is more wealth in Turkie then in England: And the Heathen Nations have more of the glory of the world, then any Christian King hath:
if the Gospel be gone? Wherein does England exceed other places? there is more wealth in Turkey then in England: And the Heathen nations have more of the glory of the world, then any Christian King hath:
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What is the glory of England? What is the glory of Christianity but the Gospel? If the Gospel be gone, our glory is gone.
What is the glory of England? What is the glory of Christianity but the Gospel? If the Gospel be gone, our glory is gone.
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Pray, remember Eli his Daughter in Law, the wife of Phinehas: she hearkened not though a Man-Child was born,
prey, Remember Eli his Daughter in Law, the wife of Phinehas: she harkened not though a Man-Child was born,
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and would receive no comfort, but called his name I• … habod: for the glory is departed from Israel, the Ark of God is taken:
and would receive no Comfort, but called his name I• … habod: for the glory is departed from Israel, the Ark of God is taken:
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O when the glory is gone, who would desire to live! I am loath to tell you the story of Chrysostom, he was but one man,
Oh when the glory is gone, who would desire to live! I am loath to tell you the story of Chrysostom, he was but one man,
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yet when he was banished Constantinople, the people all petitioned for him, and said, They could as well lose the Sun out of the Firmament as lose Chrysostom from among them.
yet when he was banished Constantinople, the people all petitioned for him, and said, They could as well loose the Sun out of the Firmament as loose Chrysostom from among them.
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Fourthly, Let me perswade you not to mourn immoderately, neither be discouraged:
Fourthly, Let me persuade you not to mourn immoderately, neither be discouraged:
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I would willingly speak something to comfort you before I leave you, I know not by what strange providence I came here this day,
I would willingly speak something to Comfort you before I leave you, I know not by what strange providence I Come Here this day,
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and the Lord knows when I shall speak to you again: therefore I would not send you home comfortless:
and the Lord knows when I shall speak to you again: Therefore I would not send you home comfortless:
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O therefore, mourn not as without hope;
Oh Therefore, mourn not as without hope;
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for I have four arguments to perswade me, that the Ark of God will not be lost,
for I have four Arguments to persuade me, that the Ark of God will not be lost,
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though it be in danger of losing. First, because God hath done great things already for this Nation:
though it be in danger of losing. First, Because God hath done great things already for this nation:
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and I argue like Manoahs wife:
and I argue like Manoahs wife:
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Surely, if God had intended to destroy us, he would not have done that he hath done for us;
Surely, if God had intended to destroy us, he would not have done that he hath done for us;
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He that hath done so much for us, will not now forsake us. And therefore, though our hearts tremble, yet let them not sink within us.
He that hath done so much for us, will not now forsake us. And Therefore, though our hearts tremble, yet let them not sink within us.
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Secondly, I argue from the abundance of prayingpeople that are in this Nation, there are many that night and day pray unto God that the Ark may not be taken:
Secondly, I argue from the abundance of prayingpeople that Are in this nation, there Are many that night and day pray unto God that the Ark may not be taken:
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and let me assure you, God did never forsake a praying and reforming people.
and let me assure you, God did never forsake a praying and reforming people.
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When God intends to destroy a Nation, and take away the Ark, he takes away the spirit of Prayer,
When God intends to destroy a nation, and take away the Ark, he Takes away the Spirit of Prayer,
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but where God gives the spirit of Prayer, there God will continue the Ark. You all know, that if there had been but ten good men in those five Cities God would have spared them:
but where God gives the Spirit of Prayer, there God will continue the Ark You all know, that if there had been but ten good men in those five Cities God would have spared them:
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We have many hundreds that fear God in this Nation, that do not give God rest,
We have many hundreds that Fear God in this nation, that do not give God rest,
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but night and day pray unto God for this Land: And who knows but, for their sakes, God will spare the Ark?
but night and day pray unto God for this Land: And who knows but, for their sakes, God will spare the Ark?
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Thirdly, another ground of comfort is this, that God hath hitherto dealt with England not by way of Rule, but by way of Prerogative.
Thirdly, Another ground of Comfort is this, that God hath hitherto dealt with England not by Way of Rule, but by Way of Prerogative.
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We have had unchurching sins all the Reign of Queen Elizabeth, and of King Iames: and the godly Ministers have been threatned ruine, from year to year:
We have had unchurching Sins all the Reign of Queen Elizabeth, and of King James: and the godly Ministers have been threatened ruin, from year to year:
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but God hath hitherto saved England by way of Prerogative. God hath spared us, because he will spare us:
but God hath hitherto saved England by Way of Prerogative. God hath spared us, Because he will spare us:
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according to that Text, I will be gracious to whom I will be gracious. God will not be tyed to his own rule:
according to that Text, I will be gracious to whom I will be gracious. God will not be tied to his own Rule:
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and, Who knoweth but God will deliver us?
and, Who Knoweth but God will deliver us?
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Fourthly, another ground of comfort is, that God is now pouring out his Vials upon Antichrist,
Fourthly, Another ground of Comfort is, that God is now pouring out his Vials upon Antichrist,
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and all this shall end in the ruine of Antichrist: God is pouring forth his Vials upon the Throne of the Beast;
and all this shall end in the ruin of Antichrist: God is pouring forth his Vials upon the Throne of the Beast;
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and all these transactions shall end in the ruin of Antichrist:
and all these transactions shall end in the ruin of Antichrist:
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Though some drops of these Vials may light upon the reformed Churches, and they smart for a while,
Though Some drops of these Vials may Light upon the reformed Churches, and they smart for a while,
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and God may severely punish them;
and God may severely Punish them;
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yet it will be but for a little while, but the Vials shall be poured out, upon Antichrist:
yet it will be but for a little while, but the Vials shall be poured out, upon Antichrist:
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God may scourge all the reformed Churches before these Vials be poured o• … t, and persecutions may go through them all, the which I call drops of these Vials:
God may scourge all the reformed Churches before these Vials be poured o• … tO, and persecutions may go through them all, the which I call drops of these Vials:
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but the Vials are intended for Antichrist, and shall end in the ruin of Antichrist:
but the Vials Are intended for Antichrist, and shall end in the ruin of Antichrist:
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and whatsoever becomes of us, yet our children, and our childrens children shall see the issue of the Vials poured out upon the Whore of Babylon: This I speak for your comfort.
and whatsoever becomes of us, yet our children, and our Children's children shall see the issue of the Vials poured out upon the Whore of Babylon: This I speak for your Comfort.
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Fifthly, I am to exhort you, that you would all of you contribute your utmost endeavour, to keep the Ark of God from being taken:
Fifthly, I am to exhort you, that you would all of you contribute your utmost endeavour, to keep the Ark of God from being taken:
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and here I shall shew you, 1. What the Magistrate should do. 2. What the Minister should do. 3. What the People should do.
and Here I shall show you, 1. What the Magistrate should do. 2. What the Minister should do. 3. What the People should do.
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First, What the Magistrate should do.
First, What the Magistrate should do.
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I shall say but little of them, because I am not now to speak to them.
I shall say but little of them, Because I am not now to speak to them.
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They are to use their Authority for the setling of the Ark; for the Ark of Covenant will be like the Ark of Noah, always floating upon the waters, until the Magistrates settle it.
They Are to use their authority for the settling of the Ark; for the Ark of Covenant will be like the Ark of Noah, always floating upon the waters, until the Magistrates settle it.
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Thus David 2 Sam. 6. 1, 2. he gathered together all the chosen men of Israel, thirty thousand to fetch home the Ark. So Solomon, he assembleth the Elders of Israel, and the heads of the Tribes, the Nobles, the chief of the Fathers of the children of Israel unto Ierusalem, with a great a deal of pomp, to bring up the Ark of the Covenant of the Lord into its place.
Thus David 2 Sam. 6. 1, 2. he gathered together all the chosen men of Israel, thirty thousand to fetch home the Ark So Solomon, he assembleth the Elders of Israel, and the Heads of the Tribes, the Nobles, the chief of the Father's of the children of Israel unto Ierusalem, with a great a deal of pomp, to bring up the Ark of the Covenant of the Lord into its place.
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O that God would incourage our Nobles and Magistrates, that they might be solicitous to settle the Ark: Magistrates must not do as the Philistines: they had the Ark, but what did they do with it? They set it up in the house of Dagon, but Dagon and the Ark could never agree:
O that God would encourage our Nobles and Magistrates, that they might be solicitous to settle the Ark: Magistrates must not do as the philistines: they had the Ark, but what did they do with it? They Set it up in the house of Dagon, but Dagon and the Ark could never agree:
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Where false Religion comes in at one door, the true Religion goes out at the other;
Where false Religion comes in At one door, the true Religion Goes out At the other;
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you must not put the Ark and Dagon together.
you must not put the Ark and Dagon together.
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Secondly, What must the Ministers do to keep the Ark from losing? They must endeavour after holiness;
Secondly, What must the Ministers do to keep the Ark from losing? They must endeavour After holiness;
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the Ark will never stand steddy, nor prosper upon the shoulders of Hophni and Phinehas. A wicked, prophane, drunken Ministry will never settle the Ark; it must be the sober, pious, godly ministers that must do it:
the Ark will never stand steady, nor prosper upon the shoulders of Hophni and Phinehas. A wicked, profane, drunken Ministry will never settle the Ark; it must be the Sobrium, pious, godly Ministers that must do it:
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How holy must they be, that draw nigh to the God of holiness?
How holy must they be, that draw High to the God of holiness?
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Thirdly, What must the people of God do, that the Ark may not be lost? There be five things I shall commend unto you,
Thirdly, What must the people of God do, that the Ark may not be lost? There be five things I shall commend unto you,
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and then commend you to God. 1. You must not Idolize the Ark. 2. You must not undervalue the Ark. 3. You must not pry into the Ark. 4. You must not meddle with the Ark without a lawful cal. 5. You must keep the Covenant of the Ark.
and then commend you to God. 1. You must not Idolise the Ark 2. You must not undervalue the Ark 3. You must not pry into the Ark 4. You must not meddle with the Ark without a lawful call. 5. You must keep the Covenant of the Ark
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First, You must not Idolize the Ark: that was the sin of the people in the Text;
First, You must not Idolise the Ark: that was the since of the people in the Text;
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they thought the very presence of the Ark would excuse them, and keep them safe, and therefore they carryed the Ark into the Camp:
they Thought the very presence of the Ark would excuse them, and keep them safe, and Therefore they carried the Ark into the Camp:
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though they reformed not, and repented not, yet they thought the Ark would save them. So many there, be that think the Ark will save them, though never so wicked:
though they reformed not, and repented not, yet they Thought the Ark would save them. So many there, be that think the Ark will save them, though never so wicked:
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but nothing will secure a Nation but repentance and reformation. Secondly, Do not undervalue the Ark:
but nothing will secure a nation but Repentance and Reformation. Secondly, Do not undervalue the Ark:
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this was Michals sin, 2 Sam. 6. 14, 15, 16. When David danced before the ▪ Ark,
this was Michals since, 2 Sam. 6. 14, 15, 16. When David danced before the ▪ Ark,
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and Michal mocked him, and despised him in her heart: and Michal mocked him, and despised him in her heart:
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but, saith he, it was before the Lord, and if this be vile, I will be more vile.
but, Says he, it was before the Lord, and if this be vile, I will be more vile.
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Some men begin to say, What need we any Preaching, will not Prayers serve? Others say ▪ What needs so much Preaching, will not once a day serve? Now this is to undervalue the Ark: therefore let us say,
some men begin to say, What need we any Preaching, will not Prayers serve? Others say ▪ What needs so much Preaching, will not once a day serve? Now this is to undervalue the Ark: Therefore let us say,
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as David, If to Preach the Word, if to fast and pray for the Nation: If this be vile, then I will be more vile.
as David, If to Preach the Word, if to fast and pray for the nation: If this be vile, then I will be more vile.
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Thirdly, We must not pry into the Ark:
Thirdly, We must not pry into the Ark:
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this was the sin of the men of Bethshemesh, 1 Sam. 6. 19. They looked into the Ark,
this was the since of the men of Bethshemesh, 1 Sam. 6. 19. They looked into the Ark,
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and God smote them, and cut off fifty thousand and threescore men. Be not too curious in searching where God hath not discovered or revealed;and God smote them, and Cut off fifty thousand and threescore men. Be not too curious in searching where God hath not discovered or revealed;
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For example, there be great thoughts of heart, when God will deliver his people, and set his Churches at liberty;
For Exampl, there be great thoughts of heart, when God will deliver his people, and Set his Churches At liberty;
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And many men talk much of the year 1666. that shall be the year wherein Antichrist shall be destroyed:
And many men talk much of the year 1666. that shall be the year wherein Antichrist shall be destroyed:
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And there are strange impressions upon the hearts of many learned men, as to this year;
And there Are strange impressions upon the hearts of many learned men, as to this year;
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some go to the year 1669. and others pitch upon other times;
Some go to the year 1669. and Others pitch upon other times;
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but truly, if you will have my judgement, and I am glad of this opportunity to tell you, This is to pry too much into the Ark:
but truly, if you will have my judgement, and I am glad of this opportunity to tell you, This is to pry too much into the Ark:
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Remember the Text, Act. 1. 17. It is not for you to know the times or the seasons which the Father hath put in his own power.
remember the Text, Act. 1. 17. It is not for you to know the times or the seasons which the Father hath put in his own power.
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And thus to conclude upon any particular time, if you find you are deceived, it is the way to make you Atheists,
And thus to conclude upon any particular time, if you find you Are deceived, it is the Way to make you Atheists,
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and that afterwards you shall believe nothing:
and that afterwards you shall believe nothing:
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And those Ministers do no service, or rather ill service to the Church of God, that conclude of times and seasons.
And those Ministers do no service, or rather ill service to the Church of God, that conclude of times and seasons.
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A Popish Author saith, that in the year 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉, there was a general belief over the Christian world, that the day of judgement should be that year;
A Popish Author Says, that in the year 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉, there was a general belief over the Christian world, that the day of judgement should be that year;
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but when they saw it hapned not, they fell to their old sinning again: and were worse then before, and believed nothing.
but when they saw it happened not, they fell to their old sinning again: and were Worse then before, and believed nothing.
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Well Gods time is the best, therefore let not us pry too much into the Ark.
Well God's time is the best, Therefore let not us pry too much into the Ark
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Fourthly, you must not meddle with the Ark, unless you have a lawful Call to meddle with it.
Fourthly, you must not meddle with the Ark, unless you have a lawful Call to meddle with it.
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This was the sin of Uzza, 2 Sam. 6. 6, 7. the Ark was in danger of falling,
This was the since of Uzza, 2 Sam. 6. 6, 7. the Ark was in danger of falling,
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and the goodman, meaning no hurt, to keep up the Ark, took hold of it; but he destroyed himself and made a breach, and hindred the carrying of the Ark.
and the goodman, meaning no hurt, to keep up the Ark, took hold of it; but he destroyed himself and made a breach, and hindered the carrying of the Ark
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We had a great disorder heretofore: abundance of well-meaning people usurped upon the Ministerial Office:
We had a great disorder heretofore: abundance of well-meaning people usurped upon the Ministerial Office:
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they were afraid the Ark was falling, and therefore they touched the Ark, they laid hold on the Ark: but their touching the Ark hath undone the Ark, and themselves too.
they were afraid the Ark was falling, and Therefore they touched the Ark, they laid hold on the Ark: but their touching the Ark hath undone the Ark, and themselves too.
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O take heed of touching the Ark.
O take heed of touching the Ark
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Fifthly, If ever you would preserve the Ark, then keep the Covenant of the Ark, keep the Law which the Ark preserves:
Fifthly, If ever you would preserve the Ark, then keep the Covenant of the Ark, keep the Law which the Ark preserves:
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the Ark was a place wherein the Law was kept, the two Tables;
the Ark was a place wherein the Law was kept, the two Tables;
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keep the Law, and God will keep the Ark: but if you break the Law, you will forfeit the Ark: The Ark was called the Ark of the Covenant;
keep the Law, and God will keep the Ark: but if you break the Law, you will forfeit the Ark: The Ark was called the Ark of the Covenant;
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keep Covenant with God, and God will preserve the Ark: but if you break the Covenant of the Ark, the Covenant made in Baptism,
keep Covenant with God, and God will preserve the Ark: but if you break the Covenant of the Ark, the Covenant made in Baptism,
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and that Covenant often renewed in the Sacrament: if you break Covenant, God will take away the Ark.
and that Covenant often renewed in the Sacrament: if you break Covenant, God will take away the Ark
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Mr. Watson 's Farewell Sermon. 2 COR. 7. 1. Having these promises, dearly Beloved, let us cleanse our selves.
Mr. Watson is Farewell Sermon. 2 COR. 7. 1. Having these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse our selves.
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IT is the Title that I intend now, by the help of God, to insist upon, that sweet Parenthesis in the Text ( Dearly beloved ) wherein you have the Apostle breathing forth his affections unto this people:
IT is the Title that I intend now, by the help of God, to insist upon, that sweet Parenthesis in the Text (Dearly Beloved) wherein you have the Apostle breathing forth his affections unto this people:
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he speaks now as a Pastor, and he speaks to them as his spiritual Children. Dearly beloved: where you have.
he speaks now as a Pastor, and he speaks to them as his spiritual Children. Dearly Beloved: where you have.
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First, the Title, Beloved. Secondly, The Exhortation to Holiness, Let us cleanse our selves. Thirdly, The Means how we should be cleansed and sanctified, Having these promises.
First, the Title, beloved. Secondly, The Exhortation to Holiness, Let us cleanse our selves. Thirdly, The Means how we should be cleansed and sanctified, Having these promises.
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It is the first of these that I intend: the Title that the Apostle gives to his children, Dearly beloved. From hence observe this Doctrine.
It is the First of these that I intend: the Title that the Apostle gives to his children, Dearly Beloved. From hence observe this Doctrine.
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That the affections of a right Gospel-Minister towards his people are very ardent. Dearly beloved, there are two things in every Minister of Christ that are much exercised: his head and his heart;That the affections of a right Gospel minister towards his people Are very Ardent. Dearly Beloved, there Are two things in every Minister of christ that Are much exercised: his head and his heart;
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his head with labour, and his heart with love: his head with labour in the work of the Ministry.
his head with labour, and his heart with love: his head with labour in the work of the Ministry.
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I• … done aright, it is a work fitter for Angels than for men• … it is our work to open the Oracles of God,
I• … done aright, it is a work fitter for Angels than for men• … it is our work to open the Oracles of God,
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even thos• … sacred profound things that the Angels search into and if God did not help us, we might soon sink under the weight of such a burden:
even thos• … sacred profound things that the Angels search into and if God did not help us, we might soon sink under the weight of such a burden:
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and as a Minister's head is exercised with labour, so his heart is exercised with love,
and as a Minister's head is exercised with labour, so his heart is exercised with love,
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and it is hard to say which of the two exceeds: his Labour or his Love.
and it is hard to say which of the two exceeds: his Labour or his Love.
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Thus is it here in the Text, my dearly beloved: In these words, we have Saint Paul laying siege to these Corinthians, and labouring to make a happy victory, to conquer them with kindness, dearly beloved. Saint Paul 's heart was the spring of love, his lips were the pipe, the Corinthians were the cistern into which this spring did run.
Thus is it Here in the Text, my dearly Beloved: In these words, we have Saint Paul laying siege to these Corinthians, and labouring to make a happy victory, to conquer them with kindness, dearly Beloved. Saint Paul is heart was the spring of love, his lips were the pipe, the Corinthians were the cistern into which this spring did run.
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This holy Apostle was a mirror and pattern of love, towards the sinning Corinthians: Paul 's tears did drop towards the praying Corinthians, his love did burn:
This holy Apostle was a mirror and pattern of love, towards the sinning Corinthians: Paul is tears did drop towards the praying Corinthians, his love did burn:
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holy Panl was a Seraphin, his heart did burn in a flame of affection to his people:
holy Paul was a Seraphin, his heart did burn in a flame of affection to his people:
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how many passages do we find scattered in his Epistles? he tells this people, which sometimes he did write to,
how many passages do we find scattered in his Epistles? he tells this people, which sometime he did write to,
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and sometimes he preached to, He looked after their souls more then their silver, 2 Cor. 12. 14. We seek not yours but you:
and sometime he preached to, He looked After their Souls more then their silver, 2 Cor. 12. 14. We seek not yours but you:
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As a tender nurse cherisheth her chlld with the breast, so Saint Paul gave his people the breast-milk of the Word, in 1 Thes. 2. 8. This man of God did not only bestow a Sermon upon his people,
As a tender nurse Cherishes her chlld with the breast, so Saint Paul gave his people the Breastmilk of the Word, in 1 Thebes 2. 8. This man of God did not only bestow a Sermon upon his people,
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but was willing to impart his very Soul to them, if it might save theirs, 1 Thes. 2. 7. We were willing to have imparted to you our own souls,
but was willing to impart his very Soul to them, if it might save theirs, 1 Thebes 2. 7. We were willing to have imparted to you our own Souls,
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because you are dear unto us: Because you Are dear unto us:
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Such was Saint Paul 's affection to his people, that without a complement he loved them more then his life, Phil. 2. 17. And if I be offered upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I rejoyce with you all:
Such was Saint Paul is affection to his people, that without a compliment he loved them more then his life, Philip 2. 17. And if I be offered upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I rejoice with you all:
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that is, as if he had said, If it be so that my blood be poured forth as a sacrifice,
that is, as if he had said, If it be so that my blood be poured forth as a sacrifice,
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if my death may be any way serviceable unto you, if it may help forward the strengthening and confirming of your faith, I am willing to die, I rejoyce to do it:
if my death may be any Way serviceable unto you, if it may help forward the strengthening and confirming of your faith, I am willing to die, I rejoice to do it:
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so full of affections was this Apostle, that he could not choose but love his people, though the more he did love, the less he should be loved:
so full of affections was this Apostle, that he could not choose but love his people, though the more he did love, the less he should be loved:
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in 2 Corinth. 12. 15. oh how did Paul sweeten all his Sermons with love, in 2 Cor. 12. 15. if he reproved sin,
in 2 Corinth. 12. 15. o how did Paul sweeten all his Sermons with love, in 2 Cor. 12. 15. if he reproved since,
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yet he was angry in love;
yet he was angry in love;
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he dipt the pill in sugar, Gal. 4. 9, 10, 11. How turn ye again to weak and beggarly elements!
he dipped the pill in sugar, Gal. 4. 9, 10, 11. How turn you again to weak and beggarly elements!
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you observe dayes, and months, and years; I am afraid of you, lest I have bestowed upon you labour in vain;
you observe days, and months, and Years; I am afraid of you, lest I have bestowed upon you labour in vain;
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Brethren, I beseech you, be as I am. Brothers, I beseech you, be as I am.
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See how Saint Paul chides their sins, and yet at the same time courts their souls:
See how Saint Paul chides their Sins, and yet At the same time Courts their Souls:
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No sooner did he la• … ce the wound, but presently he poured in wine and oyl into it:
No sooner did he la• … ce the wound, but presently he poured in wine and oil into it:
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so did Paul love his people, that he would not justly give any offence to the weakest believer. 1 Cor. 8. 13. If meat make my brother to offend, I will never eat flesh more whilst the world standeth.
so did Paul love his people, that he would not justly give any offence to the Weakest believer. 1 Cor. 8. 13. If meat make my brother to offend, I will never eat Flesh more while the world Stands.
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Paul was like some tender mother, who forbears to eat those meats that she might, for fear of hurting the child that she gives suck to.Paul was like Some tender mother, who forbears to eat those Meats that she might, for Fear of hurting the child that she gives suck to.
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Thus you see he was a spiritual father made up of love:
Thus you see he was a spiritual father made up of love:
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and surely, my brethren, this affection in some degree is in all the true Ministers of Jesus Christ, they are full of sympathy and bowels unto those over whom the holy Ghost hath made them Overseers.
and surely, my brothers, this affection in Some degree is in all the true Ministers of jesus christ, they Are full of Sympathy and bowels unto those over whom the holy Ghost hath made them Overseers.
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I shall only glance at the Reasons, why it will be thus, and why it should be thus, that such flaming affections there should be in all Christs Ministers to their people.
I shall only glance At the Reasons, why it will be thus, and why it should be thus, that such flaming affections there should be in all Christ Ministers to their people.
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It will be thus for these two Reasons briefly. First, from that principle within that teacheth Love.
It will be thus for these two Reasons briefly. First, from that principle within that Teaches Love.
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Grace doth not fire the heart with passion, but with compassion.
Grace does not fire the heart with passion, but with compassion.
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Grace in the heart of a Minister files-off that ruggedness that is in his spirit, making him loving and courteous. Paul once breathed out persecution:
Grace in the heart of a Minister files-off that ruggedness that is in his Spirit, making him loving and courteous. Paul once breathed out persecution:
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but when Grace came, this bramble was turned into a spiritual Vine, twisting himself about the souls of his people with loving Embraces.
but when Grace Come, this bramble was turned into a spiritual Vine, twisting himself about the Souls of his people with loving Embraces.
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Secondly, there will be this ardent love in a minister heart, from that spiritual relation that is between him and his people: he is a spiritual Father:
Secondly, there will be this Ardent love in a minister heart, from that spiritual Relation that is between him and his people: he is a spiritual Father:
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and shall we think him to be without bowels!
and shall we think him to be without bowels!
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1 Cor. 4. 15. Though you have ten thousand instructors, yet have you not many fathers;
1 Cor. 4. 15. Though you have ten thousand instructors, yet have you not many Father's;
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for in Christ Iesus I have begotten you through the Gospel. Some he begets unto Christ, others he builds up in Christ.for in christ Iesus I have begotten you through the Gospel. some he begets unto christ, Others he builds up in christ.
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Doth not a Father provide chearfully for his children? can a father see bread taken from his childe and not have his heart affected with it? Is it not a grief to a parent to see his child put out to a dry Nurse?
Does not a Father provide cheerfully for his children? can a father see bred taken from his child and not have his heart affected with it? Is it not a grief to a parent to see his child put out to a dry Nurse?
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Secondly, there should be this ardent love and affection in all Gods Ministers for this reason,
Secondly, there should be this Ardent love and affection in all God's Ministers for this reason,
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because this is the liveliest way to do most good: knotty and stubborn hearts will soonest be wrought upon with kindness.
Because this is the Liveliest Way to do most good: knotty and stubborn hearts will soonest be wrought upon with kindness.
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The fire melteth the hardest metall; the fire of love with Gods blessing will melt the most obdurate • … inner.
The fire melts the Hardest metal; the fire of love with God's blessing will melt the most obdurate • … inner.
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A Boanerges, a son of consolation, who comes in the spirit of love and meeknesse, is the fittest to do a piece of Gospel-chirurgery, to restore and put such an one in joynt again that is overtaken with a fault.
A Boanerges, a son of consolation, who comes in the Spirit of love and meekness, is the Fittest to do a piece of Gospel-chirurgery, to restore and put such an one in joint again that is overtaken with a fault.
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Gal. 6. 1. Restore such a one with the spirit of love and weaknesse. Thus much in short for the doctrinal part.Gal. 6. 1. Restore such a one with the Spirit of love and weakness. Thus much in short for the doctrinal part.
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Give me leave now to make some application. And first, here are several Inferences that may be drawn from this: As
Give me leave now to make Some application. And First, Here Are several Inferences that may be drawn from this: As
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First, see here the right character of a Gospel-Minister: He is full of love, he exhorts, he comforts, he reproves, and all in love;
First, see Here the right character of a Gospel minister: He is full of love, he exhorts, he comforts, he reproves, and all in love;
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he is never angry with his people, but because they will not be saved? How loth is a Minister of Christ to see precious souls,
he is never angry with his people, but Because they will not be saved? How loath is a Minister of christ to see precious Souls,
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like so many jewels, cast over-board into the dead Sea of hell? A conscientious Minister would count it an unhappy gain, to gain the world and lose the souls of his people:
like so many Jewels, cast overboard into the dead Sea of hell? A conscientious Minister would count it an unhappy gain, to gain the world and loose the Souls of his people:
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he saith, as the King of Sodome to Abraham, Give me the persons, and take thou the goods, Gen. 14. 21. The second branch of Information is this;
he Says, as the King of Sodom to Abraham, Give me the Persons, and take thou the goods, Gen. 14. 21. The second branch of Information is this;
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Are true Gospel-Ministers so full of love? then how sad is it to have such Ministers put upon a people as have no love to souls? The work of the ministry, it is a labour of love:
are true Gospel ministers so full of love? then how sad is it to have such Ministers put upon a people as have no love to Souls? The work of the Ministry, it is a labour of love:
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Oh how sad is it to have such in the ministry, that can neither labour nor love? that are such as are without bowels, that look more at tyths then at souls? It must needs be sad with a people in any part of the world to have such ministers set over them,
O how sad is it to have such in the Ministry, that can neither labour nor love? that Are such as Are without bowels, that look more At Tithes then At Souls? It must needs be sad with a people in any part of the world to have such Ministers Set over them,
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as either poyson them with error, or do what in them lies to damn them by their wicked example:
as either poison them with error, or do what in them lies to damn them by their wicked Exampl:
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How can the Devil reprove sin? how can the Minister cry out in the Pulpit against drunkenness, that will himself be drunk? Rom. 2. 22. Thou that teachest, A man should not steal, dost thou steal? Thou that sayest, A man oughtnot to commit adultcry, do• … st thou commit adultery? We read that the snuffers of the Tabernacle were to be made of pure Gold, Exod. 37. 23. Those who by their calling are to reprove and snuff off the sins of others, they should be pure gold, holy persons.
How can the devil reprove since? how can the Minister cry out in the Pulpit against Drunkenness, that will himself be drunk? Rom. 2. 22. Thou that Teachest, A man should not steal, dost thou steal? Thou that Sayest, A man oughtnot to commit adultcry, do• … Saint thou commit adultery? We read that the snuffers of the Tabernacle were to be made of pure Gold, Exod 37. 23. Those who by their calling Are to reprove and snuff off the Sins of Others, they should be pure gold, holy Persons.
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In the Law God did appoint the lip of the Leper should be covered;
In the Law God did appoint the lip of the Leper should be covered;
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he ought to have his lip covered, he should not be permitted to speak the Oracles of God, who though he be by office an Angel,
he ought to have his lip covered, he should not be permitted to speak the Oracles of God, who though he be by office an Angel,
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yet by life is a Leper.
yet by life is a Leper.
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Thirdly, See from hence the happiness of a Minister who is placed among such a people as give him abundant cause of love:
Thirdly, See from hence the happiness of a Minister who is placed among such a people as give him abundant cause of love:
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How happy is he that can say to his people from his heart, NONLATINALPHABET My dearly Beloved! And here let me speak by way of encouragement to you of this Parish.
How happy is he that can say to his people from his heart, My dearly beloved! And Here let me speak by Way of encouragement to you of this Parish.
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I find St. Paul commending the good he saw in his people, 1 Thess. 1. 3, We are bound to thank God alwayes for you, beloved, because your faith grows exceedingly.
I find Saint Paul commending the good he saw in his people, 1 Thess 1. 3, We Are bound to thank God always for you, Beloved, Because your faith grows exceedingly.
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Here Paul is commending his people.
Here Paul is commending his people.
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In imitation of this Apostle, let me at this time speak a commendatory word to you;
In imitation of this Apostle, let me At this time speak a commendatory word to you;
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I have exercised my Ministry now among you for almost sixteen years, and I rejoice and bless God that I cannot say, The more I love you, the less I am loved;
I have exercised my Ministry now among you for almost sixteen Years, and I rejoice and bless God that I cannot say, The more I love you, the less I am loved;
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I have received many signal demonstrations of love from you:
I have received many signal demonstrations of love from you:
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though other Parishees have exceeded you for number of houses, yet I think not for strength of affection.
though other Parishees have exceeded you for number of houses, yet I think not for strength of affection.
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I have with much comfort observed your reverent attention to the word preached; you rejoiced in this light not for a season, but to this day:
I have with much Comfort observed your reverend attention to the word preached; you rejoiced in this Light not for a season, but to this day:
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I have observed your zeal against error, and, as much as could be expected in a critical time, your unity and amity:
I have observed your zeal against error, and, as much as could be expected in a critical time, your unity and amity:
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this is your honour, and if for the future there should be any interruption made in my Ministry among you,
this is your honour, and if for the future there should be any interruption made in my Ministry among you,
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though I should not be permitted to preach to you, yet I shall not cease to love you, & to pray for you:
though I should not be permitted to preach to you, yet I shall not cease to love you, & to pray for you:
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but why should there be an interruption made? where is the crime? Some indeed say, that we are disloyal and seditious? Beloved, what my actings and sufferings for his Majesty have been, is known not to a few of you:
but why should there be an interruption made? where is the crime? some indeed say, that we Are disloyal and seditious? beloved, what my actings and sufferings for his Majesty have been, is known not to a few of you:
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but however, we must go to Heaven through good report, and through bad report:
but however, we must go to Heaven through good report, and through bad report:
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and it is well, if we can get to glory, though we pass through the pikes.
and it is well, if we can get to glory, though we pass through the pikes.
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I shall endeavour that I may still approve the sincerity of my love to you.
I shall endeavour that I may still approve the sincerity of my love to you.
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I will not promise that I shall still preach among you, nor will I say that I shall not;
I will not promise that I shall still preach among you, nor will I say that I shall not;
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I desire to be guided by the silver-thread of Gods word, and of Gods providence: my heart is toward you:
I desire to be guided by the silver-thread of God's word, and of God's providence: my heart is towards you:
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there is, you know, an expression in the late Act, that we shall be now shortly as if we were naturally dead;
there is, you know, an expression in the late Act, that we shall be now shortly as if we were naturally dead;
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and if I must die, let me leave some legacy with you before I go from you:
and if I must die, let me leave Some legacy with you before I go from you:
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I cannot but give you some counsel and advice for your souls, and I hope there is no hurt in that:
I cannot but give you Some counsel and Advice for your Souls, and I hope there is no hurt in that:
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There are, my beloved, these twenty directions, that I desire you to take special notice of, which I would leave as advice and counsel with you about your souls.
There Are, my Beloved, these twenty directions, that I desire you to take special notice of, which I would leave as Advice and counsel with you about your Souls.
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First, I beseech you, keep your constant hours every day with God:
First, I beseech you, keep your constant hours every day with God:
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the godly man is a man set apar• …, Psal. 4, 3. not only because God hath set him apart by election,
the godly man is a man Set apar• …, Psalm 4, 3. not only Because God hath Set him apart by election,
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but because he hath set himself a part by devotion.
but Because he hath Set himself a part by devotion.
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Give God the Aur• … rae filium, begin the day with God, visit God in the morning before you make any others visits:
Give God the Aur• … rae Son, begin the day with God, visit God in the morning before you make any Others visits:
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wind up your hearts toward heaven in the morning, and they will go the better all the day after.
wind up your hearts towards heaven in the morning, and they will go the better all the day After.
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O turn your Closets into Temples: read the Scriptures: the two Testaments are the two lips by which God speaks to us;
O turn your Closets into Temples: read the Scriptures: the two Testaments Are the two lips by which God speaks to us;
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these will make you wise unto salvation:
these will make you wise unto salvation:
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the Scripture is both a glass to shew you your spots, and a laver to wash them away:
the Scripture is both a glass to show you your spots, and a laver to wash them away:
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besiege heaven every day with Prayer: thus perfume your houses, and keep a constant intercourse with heaven.
besiege heaven every day with Prayer: thus perfume your houses, and keep a constant intercourse with heaven.
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Secondly, get good books into your houses: when you have not the spring near to you, then get water into your cistern;
Secondly, get good books into your houses: when you have not the spring near to you, then get water into your cistern;
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so when you have not that wholesome preaching that you desire, good books are cisterns that hold the waters of life in them to refresh you.
so when you have not that wholesome preaching that you desire, good books Are cisterns that hold the waters of life in them to refresh you.
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When Davids natural heat was taken away, they covered him with warm clothes, 1 Kings 1. so when you find a chilness upon your souls,
When Davids natural heat was taken away, they covered him with warm clothes, 1 Kings 1. so when you find a chillness upon your Souls,
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and that your former heat begins to abate, ply your selves with warm clothes;
and that your former heat begins to abate, ply your selves with warm clothes;
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get those good books that may acquaint you with such truths as may warm and affect your hearts.
get those good books that may acquaint you with such truths as may warm and affect your hearts.
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Thirdly, have a care of your company: Take heed of unnecessary familiarity with sinners: we cannot catch health from another, but we may soon catch a disease:
Thirdly, have a care of your company: Take heed of unnecessary familiarity with Sinners: we cannot catch health from Another, but we may soon catch a disease:
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the disease of sin is very catching:
the disease of since is very catching:
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I would be as fraid of coming among the wicked, as among those that have the plague, Psal 106. 35. They were mingled with the heathen and learned their works:
I would be as fraid of coming among the wicked, as among those that have the plague, Psalm 106. 35. They were mingled with the heathen and learned their works:
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if we cannot make others better, let us have a care that they make not us worse.
if we cannot make Others better, let us have a care that they make not us Worse.
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Lot was was a miracle, he kept fresh in Sodomes salt-water. My beloved, take heed of the occasions of sin:Lot was was a miracle, he kept fresh in Sodom's Saltwater. My Beloved, take heed of the occasions of since:
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evil company is an occasion of sin.
evil company is an occasion of since.
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The Nazarites in the old Law, as they might drink no wine, so they were forbidden grapes, whereof the wine was made,
The nazarites in the old Law, as they might drink no wine, so they were forbidden grapes, whereof the wine was made,
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as you read in Numb. 6. to teach us, that all occasions of sin must be avoided:
as you read in Numb. 6. to teach us, that all occasions of since must be avoided:
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evil company is, • … ellus animarum, the Devils draw-net, by which he draws millions to Hell:
evil company is, • … ellus animarum, the Devils draw-net, by which he draws millions to Hell:
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How many families and how many souls have been ruined and undone in this City by evil company? many there are that go from a Playhous to a Whorehous,
How many families and how many Souls have been ruined and undone in this city by evil company? many there Are that go from a Playhous to a Whorehous,
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& from a Tavern to Tyburn. Fourthly, have a care whom ye hear;
& from a Tavern to Tyburn. Fourthly, have a care whom you hear;
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it is our Saviour Christs counsel, Mat. 7. 15. Beware of false Prophets, that come to you in sheeps cloathing, but inwardly are ravening wolves.
it is our Saviour Christ counsel, Mathew 7. 15. Beware of false prophets, that come to you in Sheep clothing, but inwardly Are ravening wolves.
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Let me tell you, the Devil hath his Ministers as well as Christ:
Let me tell you, the devil hath his Ministers as well as christ:
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Rev. 12. 15. The Serpent cast out of his mouth water as a flood after the woman: Rev. 12. 15. The Serpent cast out of his Mouth water as a flood After the woman:
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that is, as the learned exponnd it, Satan by his Ministers and Emissaries cast out the flood of Arrian doctrine to drown the Church.
that is, as the learned exponnd it, Satan by his Ministers and Emissaries cast out the flood of Arrian Doctrine to drown the Church.
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There are some, who by the subtilty of their wit have learned the Art to mix error with truth,
There Are Some, who by the subtlety of their wit have learned the Art to mix error with truth,
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and to give poyson in a golden cup. Take heed, who you hear, and how you hear;
and to give poison in a golden cup. Take heed, who you hear, and how you hear;
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be like those noble Beroeans, that searched the Scriptures whether the things that they preached were so or not, Acts 17. 11. Your ears must not be like spunges that suck in puddle-water, as wel as wine;
be like those noble Beroeans, that searched the Scriptures whither the things that they preached were so or not, Acts 17. 11. Your ears must not be like sponges that suck in puddle-water, as well as wine;
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but your ears must be like a fan, that fans out the chaffe, but retains the pure wheat:
but your ears must be like a fan, that fans out the chaff, but retains the pure wheat:
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you must be like those in the Parable, Mat. 13. 48. that gathered the good fish into vessels, but cast the bad away.
you must be like those in the Parable, Mathew 13. 48. that gathered the good Fish into vessels, but cast the bad away.
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The Saints are called Virgins for their wisdom: they will not let every one defile their souls with error;
The Saints Are called Virgins for their Wisdom: they will not let every one defile their Souls with error;
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they have a judicious ear, and a critical palate, that can distinguish betwixt truth and error,
they have a judicious ear, and a critical palate, that can distinguish betwixt truth and error,
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and put a difference betwixt meat of Gods sending, and the Devils cooking. Fifthly, study sincerity, Psal. 51. 6. Behold thou desirest truth in the inward part:
and put a difference betwixt meat of God's sending, and the Devils cooking. Fifthly, study sincerity, Psalm 51. 6. Behold thou Desirest truth in the inward part:
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be what you seem to be: be not like Rowers in a Barge, that look one way and row another:
be what you seem to be: be not like Rowers in a Barge, that look one Way and row Another:
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Do not look heaven-ward by your profession, and row hel-ward by your conversation: do not pretend to love God, and not love sin: Simulata sanctitas, duplicata iniquitas: Counterfeit piety is double iniquity.
Do not look heavenward by your profession, and row hellward by your Conversation: do not pretend to love God, and not love since: Simulata Sanctitas, duplicata iniquitas: Counterfeit piety is double iniquity.
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Let your hearts be upright with God: the plainer the Diamond is, the richer it is;
Let your hearts be upright with God: the plainer the Diamond is, the Richer it is;
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and the more plain the heart is, the more doth God value this jewel: A little rusty gold is far better then a great deal of bright brasse:
and the more plain the heart is, the more does God valve this jewel: A little rusty gold is Far better then a great deal of bright brass:
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a little true Grace, though rusted over with many infirmities, is better then all the glistering shews of hypocrites:
a little true Grace, though rusted over with many infirmities, is better then all the glistering shows of Hypocrites:
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A sincere heart is Gods currant coin, & he will give it grains of allowance. Sixthly, as you love your souls, be not strangers to your selves;
A sincere heart is God's currant coin, & he will give it grains of allowance. Sixthly, as you love your Souls, be not Strangers to your selves;
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be much and often in the work of self-examination; among all the books that you read, turn over the book of your own heart;
be much and often in the work of self-examination; among all the books that you read, turn over the book of your own heart;
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look into the book of conscience, see what is written there: Psal. 77. 6. I communed with mine own heart:
look into the book of conscience, see what is written there: Psalm 77. 6. I communed with mine own heart:
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Set up a judgment-seat in your own souls; examine whether you have grace or not: prove whether you are in the faith:
Set up a judgment seat in your own Souls; examine whither you have grace or not: prove whither you Are in the faith:
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be as much afraid of a painted holiness as you would be afraid of going to a painted heaven:
be as much afraid of a painted holiness as you would be afraid of going to a painted heaven:
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Do not think your selves good, because others think so: let the Word be the touch-stone, by which you try your hearts:
Do not think your selves good, Because Others think so: let the Word be the touchstone, by which you try your hearts:
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let the word be the looking glass, by which you judge of the complexion of your souls:
let the word be the looking glass, by which you judge of the complexion of your Souls:
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For want of this self-searching, many live known to others, and die unknown to themselves.
For want of this Self-searching, many live known to Others, and die unknown to themselves.
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Seventhly, keep up your spiritual watch, Mat. 13. 37. what I say unto you I say unto all, watch:
Seventhly, keep up your spiritual watch, Mathew 13. 37. what I say unto you I say unto all, watch:
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if it were the last word I should speak, it should be this word, watch. O what need hath a Christian to be ever upon his watch!
if it were the last word I should speak, it should be this word, watch. O what need hath a Christian to be ever upon his watch!
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the heart is a subtle piece, and will be stealing out to vanity, and if we are not careful it will decoy us into sin:
the heart is a subtle piece, and will be stealing out to vanity, and if we Are not careful it will decoy us into since:
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we have a special eye upon such persons as we suspect: thy heart is a supicious person:
we have a special eye upon such Persons as we suspect: thy heart is a suspicious person:
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O have an eye upon it, watch it continually: it is a bosom-traytor.
Oh have an eye upon it, watch it continually: it is a bosom-traitor.
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Iob set a watch before his eyes ▪ Iob 31. 1. We must every day keep sentinel: sleep not upon your guard:Job Set a watch before his eyes ▪ Job 31. 1. We must every day keep sentinel: sleep not upon your guard:
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Our sleeping time is the Devils tempting time: Let not your watch-candle go out.
Our sleeping time is the Devils tempting time: Let not your watch-candle go out.
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Eightly, you that are the people of God, do you often associate together, Mal. 3. 16. They that feared the Lord, spake often one to another. Christs Doves should flock together:
Eighth, you that Are the people of God, do you often associate together, Malachi 3. 16. They that feared the Lord, spoke often one to Another. Christ Dove should flock together:
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one Christian will help to heat another: a single coal of Juniper will soon die; but many coals put together, will keep life one in another.
one Christian will help to heat Another: a single coal of Juniper will soon die; but many coals put together, will keep life one in Another.
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Conference sometimes may do as much good as Preaching:
Conference sometime may do as much good as Preaching:
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one Christian by good discourse drops holy oyl upon another, that makes the lamp of his grace to shine the brighter.
one Christian by good discourse drops holy oil upon Another, that makes the lamp of his grace to shine the Brighter.
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It is great wisdom to keep up the trade in a Corporation.
It is great Wisdom to keep up the trade in a Corporation.
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Christians by meeting often together, setting good discourse on foot, keep up the trade of Godliness, that else would decay and soon be lost.
Christians by meeting often together, setting good discourse on foot, keep up the trade of Godliness, that Else would decay and soon be lost.
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Is not the communion of Saints an Article in our Creed? Do not then live so asunder,
Is not the communion of Saints an Article in our Creed? Do not then live so asunder,
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as if thìs Article were blotted out. The Naturalists observe there is a sympathy in Plants;
as if thìs Article were blotted out. The Naturalists observe there is a Sympathy in Plants;
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they say, some Plants bear better when they grow near other Plants, as the Vine and the Elm, the Olive and the Myrtle, thrive best when they grow together:
they say, Some Plants bear better when they grow near other Plants, as the Vine and the Elm, the Olive and the Myrtle, thrive best when they grow together:
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It is true in Religion, the Saints are trees of righteousness, that thrive best in godliness when they grow together.
It is true in Religion, the Saints Are trees of righteousness, that thrive best in godliness when they grow together.
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Ninthly, get your hearts screwed up above the world;
Ninthly, get your hearts screwed up above the world;
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Set your affections on things above, Col. 3. 3. We may see the face of the Moon in the water,Set your affections on things above, Col. 3. 3. We may see the face of the Moon in the water,
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but the Moon is fixed above in the Firmament:
but the Moon is fixed above in the Firmament:
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so though a Christian walks here below, yet his heart should be fixed above in Heaven:
so though a Christian walks Here below, yet his heart should be fixed above in Heaven:
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in Heaven there is our best Kindred, and purest Joy, our Mansion-house; O let our hearts be above:
in Heaven there is our best Kindred, and Purest Joy, our Mansion-house; Oh let our hearts be above:
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it is the best and the sweetest kind, of life: the higher the birds flies, the sweeter it sings:
it is the best and the Sweetest kind, of life: the higher the Birds flies, the Sweeten it sings:
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and the higher the heart is raised above the world, the sweeter joy it hath. The Eagle that flies in the air, is not stung by the Serpent:
and the higher the heart is raised above the world, the Sweeten joy it hath. The Eagl that flies in the air, is not stung by the Serpent:
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those whose hearts are elevated above the lower Region of this world, are not stung with the vexations and disquietments that others are,
those whose hearts Are elevated above the lower Region of this world, Are not stung with the vexations and disquietments that Others Are,
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but are full of joy and contentment. 10. Trade much in the Promises: the Promises are great supports to faith;
but Are full of joy and contentment. 10. Trade much in the Promises: the Promises Are great supports to faith;
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Faith lives in a promise as the fish lives in the water: the Promises are both comforting and quickning:
Faith lives in a promise as the Fish lives in the water: the Promises Are both comforting and quickening:
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they are mitralia evangelii, the very breasts of the Gospel: as the child by sucking the breasts gets strength;
they Are mitralia Evangelii, the very breasts of the Gospel: as the child by sucking the breasts gets strength;
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so faith by sucking the breasts of a promise gets strength and revives.
so faith by sucking the breasts of a promise gets strength and revives.
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The promises of God are bladders to keep us from sinking when we come into the waters of affliction:
The promises of God Are bladders to keep us from sinking when we come into the waters of affliction:
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the Promises are sweet clusters of grapes that grow upon Christ the true Vine: O trade much in the promises:
the Promises Are sweet clusters of grapes that grow upon christ the true Vine: Oh trade much in the promises:
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there is no condition that you can be in, but you have a promise: the promises are like Manna, that sute themselves to every Christians palate.
there is no condition that you can be in, but you have a promise: the promises Are like Manna, that suit themselves to every Christians palate.
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11. All you that hear me, live in a calling.
11. All you that hear me, live in a calling.
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Ierome gave his friend this advice, To be ever well employed, that when the Devil came to tempt him, he might finde him working in his vineyard.Jerome gave his friend this Advice, To be ever well employed, that when the devil Come to tempt him, he might find him working in his vineyard.
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Sure I am, the same God that saith, Remember the Sabbath-day to keep it holy; saith also, Six dayes shalt thou labour.
Sure I am, the same God that Says, remember the Sabbath-day to keep it holy; Says also, Six days shalt thou labour.
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The great God never sealed any warrants to Idleness:
The great God never sealed any warrants to Idleness:
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an idle professour is the shame of his profession, 2 Thess. 3. 11. I hear there are some, sayes the Apostle, that work not at all, but are busibodies:
an idle professor is the shame of his profession, 2 Thess 3. 11. I hear there Are Some, Says the Apostle, that work not At all, but Are Busybodies:
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such we exhort, by our Lord Iesus Christ, that with quietness they work. Solon made Laws to punish idleness;such we exhort, by our Lord Iesus christ, that with quietness they work. Solon made Laws to Punish idleness;
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and Seneca saith of an idle man, Spiritum trahit, non vivit, He draws his breath, but doth not live; he is not useful:
and Senecca Says of an idle man, Spiritum trahit, non vivit, He draws his breath, but does not live; he is not useful:
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but a good Christian acts within the spere of his own calling. 12. Let me intreat you to joyn the first and the second Table together:
but a good Christian acts within the spear of his own calling. 12. Let me entreat you to join the First and the second Table together:
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piety to God, and equity to your Neigbour:
piety to God, and equity to your Neighbour:
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the Apostle puts these two words together in one verse, NONLATINALPHABET, Titus 2. 12. That we should live righteously and godly: Righteously, that relates to morality;
the Apostle puts these two words together in one verse,, Titus 2. 12. That we should live righteously and godly: Righteously, that relates to morality;
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Godly, that relates to piety and sanctity:
Godly, that relates to piety and sanctity:
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alwayes remember this, every Command hath the same Divine stamp and authority as another Command hath.
always Remember this, every Command hath the same Divine stamp and Authority as Another Command hath.
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I would try a moral man by the duties of the first Table, and I would try a professor by the duties of the second Table:
I would try a moral man by the duties of the First Table, and I would try a professor by the duties of the second Table:
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Some pretend faith, but have no works; others have works, but they have no faith: Some pretend zeal for God, but are not just in their dealings;
some pretend faith, but have no works; Others have works, but they have no faith: some pretend zeal for God, but Are not just in their dealings;
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others are just in their dealings, but have not one spark of zeal for God.
Others Are just in their dealings, but have not one spark of zeal for God.
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If you would go to heaven, you must turn both sides of the Table, the first and second Table; joyn piety and morality together:
If you would go to heaven, you must turn both sides of the Table, the First and second Table; join piety and morality together:
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as we blame the Papists for blotting out the second Commandment, let not the Papists blame us for leaving out the second Table.
as we blame the Papists for blotting out the second Commandment, let not the Papists blame us for leaving out the second Table.
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13. Joyn the Serpent and the Dove together, innocency and prudence, Mat. 10. 16. Be wise as Serpents, and harmless as Doves.
13. Join the Serpent and the Dove together, innocency and prudence, Mathew 10. 16. Be wise as Serpents, and harmless as Dove.
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We must have innocency with our Wisdom, else our wisdom is but craftiness; and we must have wisdom with our innocency, else our innocency is but weakness:
We must have innocency with our Wisdom, Else our Wisdom is but craftiness; and we must have Wisdom with our innocency, Else our innocency is but weakness:
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We must have the harmlesness of the Dove, that we may not wrong others;
We must have the harmlessness of the Dove, that we may not wrong Others;
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and we must have the prudence of the Serpent, that others may not abuse and circumvent us.
and we must have the prudence of the Serpent, that Others may not abuse and circumvent us.
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Not to wrong the truth by silence, here is the innocency of the Dove; not to betray our selves by rashness, here's the wisdom of the Serpent:
Not to wrong the truth by silence, Here is the innocency of the Dove; not to betray our selves by rashness, here's the Wisdom of the Serpent:
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how happy is it, where these two are united, the Dove and the Serpent? the Dove without the Serpent is folly,
how happy is it, where these two Are united, the Dove and the Serpent? the Dove without the Serpent is folly,
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and the Serpent without the Dove is impiety. 14. Be more afraid of sin than of suffering:
and the Serpent without the Dove is impiety. 14. Be more afraid of since than of suffering:
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A man may be afflicted, and yet have the love of God; but he cannot sin, but presently God is angry:
A man may be afflicted, and yet have the love of God; but he cannot sin, but presently God is angry:
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sin eclipses the light of Gods countenance; in suffering, the conscience may be quiet. When the hail beats upon the tiles, there may be musick in the house;
since Eclipses the Light of God's countenance; in suffering, the conscience may be quiet. When the hail beats upon the tiles, there may be music in the house;
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and when there is suffering in the body, there may be peace and musick in the conscience;
and when there is suffering in the body, there may be peace and music in the conscience;
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but when a man sinneth wilfully and presumptuous• … y, he loseth all his peace.
but when a man Sinneth wilfully and presumptuous• … y, he loses all his peace.
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Spira abjured his faith, and he became a terrour to himself, he could not endure himself;Spira abjured his faith, and he became a terror to himself, he could not endure himself;
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he professed he thought Cain and Iudas in hell did not feel those terrors and horrors that he felt.
he professed he Thought Cain and Iudas in hell did not feel those terrors and horrors that he felt.
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He that will commit sin to prevent suffering, is like a man that lets his head be wounded, to save his shield and his helmet. 15. Take heed of Idolatry:
He that will commit since to prevent suffering, is like a man that lets his head be wounded, to save his shield and his helmet. 15. Take heed of Idolatry:
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In 1 Ioh. 5. 21. Little children, keep your selves from Idols.
In 1 John 5. 21. Little children, keep your selves from Idols.
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Idolatry is an Image of jealousie to provoke God, it breaks the mariage-knot asunder, and makes the Lord disclaim his interest in a people:
Idolatry is an Image of jealousy to provoke God, it breaks the Marriage knot asunder, and makes the Lord disclaim his Interest in a people:
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What kind of Religion is Popery? it is the mother of many Monsters.
What kind of Religion is Popery? it is the mother of many Monsters.
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What Soul-damning doctrines doth it hold forth, as the meriting of salvation by good works, the giving of pardons, the worshipping of Angels, Popish indulgencies, Purgatory,
What Soul damning doctrines does it hold forth, as the meriting of salvation by good works, the giving of Pardons, the worshipping of Angels, Popish Indulgences, Purgatory,
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and the like? it is a Soul-damning Religion, it is the breeder of ignorance, uncleanness, and murder;
and the like? it is a Soul damning Religion, it is the breeder of ignorance, uncleanness, and murder;
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the Popish Religion is not defended by strength of Argumenr, but by force of Arms; keep your selves from Idols, and take heed of Superstition.
the Popish Religion is not defended by strength of Argumenr, but by force of Arms; keep your selves from Idols, and take heed of Superstition.
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That is the Gentleman-usher to Popery. 16. Think not the worse of Godliness because it is reproached and persecuted:
That is the Gentleman-usher to Popery. 16. Think not the Worse of Godliness Because it is reproached and persecuted:
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wicked men being stirred up by the Devil, do maliciously reproach the ways of God;
wicked men being stirred up by the devil, do maliciously reproach the ways of God;
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such were Iulian and Lucian: though wicked men would be godly on their death-beds, yet in the time of their life they revile and hate godliness;
such were Iulian and Lucian: though wicked men would be godly on their deathbeds, yet in the time of their life they revile and hate godliness;
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but think not you the worse of Religion because it is reproached by the wicked. Suppose a Virgin should be reproached for her chastity, yet chastity is never the worse:
but think not you the Worse of Religion Because it is reproached by the wicked. Suppose a Virgae should be reproached for her chastity, yet chastity is never the Worse:
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if a blind man • … eer the Sun, the Sun is never the less bright.
if a blind man • … eer the Sun, the Sun is never the less bright.
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Holiness is a beautiful and glorious thing;
Holiness is a beautiful and glorious thing;
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It is the Angels glory, and shall we be ashamed of that which makes us like the Angels? There is a time coming when wicked men would be glad of some of that holiness that now they despise;
It is the Angels glory, and shall we be ashamed of that which makes us like the Angels? There is a time coming when wicked men would be glad of Some of that holiness that now they despise;
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but they shall be as far then from obtaining it, as they are now from desiring it.
but they shall be as Far then from obtaining it, as they Are now from desiring it.
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17. Think not the better of sin, because it is in fashion; think not the better of impiety and ungodliness because most walk in those crooked wayes. Multitude is a foolish argument:
17. Think not the better of since, Because it is in fashion; think not the better of impiety and ungodliness Because most walk in those crooked ways. Multitude is a foolish argument:
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Multitude doth not argue the goodness of a thing; the Devils name is Legion, that signifieth a multitude.
Multitude does not argue the Goodness of a thing; the Devils name is Legion, that signifies a multitude.
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Hell-road is this day full of Travellers; esteem not the better of sin because most go this way;
Hell-road is this day full of Travellers; esteem not the better of since Because most go this Way;
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do we think the better of the Plague because it is common? The plea of a multitude will not hold at Gods bar;
do we think the better of the Plague Because it is Common? The plea of a multitude will not hold At God's bar;
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when God shall ask you, Why did you prophane my Sabbath, why were you drunk, why did you break your Oaths? to say then, Lord,
when God shall ask you, Why did you profane my Sabbath, why were you drunk, why did you break your Oaths? to say then, Lord,
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Because most men did so, will be but a poor plea:
Because most men did so, will be but a poor plea:
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God will say to you, Then seeing you have sinned with the multitude, you shall now go to Hell with the multitude.
God will say to you, Then seeing you have sinned with the multitude, you shall now go to Hell with the multitude.
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I beseech you as you tender your souls, walk Antipodes to the corruptions of the times;
I beseech you as you tender your Souls, walk Antipodes to the corruptions of the times;
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if you are living Fish, swim against the stream; dead fish swim down the stream.
if you Are living Fish, swim against the stream; dead Fish swim down the stream.
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Ephes. 5. 11. Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. Ephesians 5. 11. Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them.
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18. In the business of Religion, serve God with all your might, Eccl. 9. 10. Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might;
18. In the business of Religion, serve God with all your might, Ecclesiastes 9. 10. Whatsoever thy hand finds to do, do it with thy might;
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for there is no work or device in the grave whither thou goest. for there is no work or device in the grave whither thou goest.
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This is an Argument why we should do all we can for God, serve him with all our strength,
This is an Argument why we should do all we can for God, serve him with all our strength,
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because the grave is very near, and there is no praying, no repenting in the grave;
Because the grave is very near, and there is no praying, no repenting in the grave;
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our time is but small, and therefore our zeal for God should be great.
our time is but small, and Therefore our zeal for God should be great.
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David Danced with all his might before the Ark, and so should we act vigorously for God in the sphere of Obedience.David Danced with all his might before the Ark, and so should we act vigorously for God in the sphere of obedience.
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Rom. 12. 12. Fervent in spirit, serving the Lord. Take heed of a dull lazy temper in Gods service;Rom. 12. 12. Fervent in Spirit, serving the Lord. Take heed of a dull lazy temper in God's service;
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you must not only say a prayer, or read a prayer, but you must pour out your soul in prayer;
you must not only say a prayer, or read a prayer, but you must pour out your soul in prayer;
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not only love God, but be sick of love to God.
not only love God, but be sick of love to God.
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God in the old Law would have the coals put to the Incense, Lev. 16. 13. & why so? to typifie that the heart must be inflamed in the worship of God;
God in the old Law would have the coals put to the Incense, Lev. 16. 13. & why so? to typify that the heart must be inflamed in the worship of God;
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your Prayers must go up with a flame of Devotion.
your Prayers must go up with a flame of Devotion.
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I confess Hell will be taken without a storm, you may jump into Hell with ease;
I confess Hell will be taken without a storm, you may jump into Hell with ease;
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but it is all up hill to Heaven, and therefore you must put forth all your might, Mat. 12. 11. The violent take heaven by force.
but it is all up hill to Heaven, and Therefore you must put forth all your might, Mathew 12. 11. The violent take heaven by force.
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Heaven is not taken but by storm:
Heaven is not taken but by storm:
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do you no see men zealous and very active for the Devil, and for their Lusts? and shall they take pains for Hell,
do you not see men zealous and very active for the devil, and for their Lustiest? and shall they take pains for Hell,
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and will not you take pains for Heaven? 19. Do all the good you can, while you live, to others.
and will not you take pains for Heaven? 19. Do all the good you can, while you live, to Others.
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God hath made every Creature useful for us; the Sun hath not its light for it self, but for us;
God hath made every Creature useful for us; the Sun hath not its Light for it self, but for us;
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the Fountain runs freely, and so does the myrrhe drop from the Tree; every Creature doth, as it were, deny it self for us;
the Fountain runs freely, and so does the myrrh drop from the Tree; every Creature does, as it were, deny it self for us;
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the Beast gives us its labour, the Bird gives us its musick, and the Silk-worm its silk:
the Beast gives us its labour, the Bird gives us its music, and the Silkworm its silk:
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Now hath God made every thing useful for us? and shall not we be useful one for the good of another? O labour to be helpful to the souls of others,
Now hath God made every thing useful for us? and shall not we be useful one for the good of Another? O labour to be helpful to the Souls of Others,
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and to supply the wants of others: Jesus Christ was a publique Blessing in the world, he went about doing good;
and to supply the Wants of Others: jesus christ was a public Blessing in the world, he went about doing good;
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we ate all members of the body politick;
we ate all members of the body politic;
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nay, are we not members of the body mystical, and shall not every member be helpful for the good of the body? that is a dead member that doth not communicate to the good of the body.
nay, Are we not members of the body mystical, and shall not every member be helpful for the good of the body? that is a dead member that does not communicate to the good of the body.
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O labour to be useful to others while you live, that so when you die ▪ there may be a miss of you;
O labour to be useful to Others while you live, that so when you die ▪ there may be a miss of you;
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many live so unfruitfully, that truly their life is scarce worth a prayer, nor their death scarce worth a tear.
many live so unfruitfully, that truly their life is scarce worth a prayer, nor their death scarce worth a tear.
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20. Every day spend some thoughts upon Eternity ▪ O Eternity, Eternity!
20. Every day spend Some thoughts upon Eternity ▪ Oh Eternity, Eternity!
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All of us here are ere long, it may be some of us within a few days or hours, to lanch forth into the Ocean of Eternity.
All of us Here Are ere long, it may be Some of us within a few days or hours, to launch forth into the Ocean of Eternity.
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Eternity is status interminabilis, sayes Roetius; no prospective-glass can see to the end of Eternity.
Eternity is status interminabilis, Says Roetius; no Prospective-glass can see to the end of Eternity.
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Eternity is a sum that can never be numbred, a line that can never be measured;
Eternity is a sum that can never be numbered, a line that can never be measured;
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Eternity is a condition of everlasting m sery or everlasting happiness.
Eternity is a condition of everlasting m sery or everlasting happiness.
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If you are godly, then shall you be for ever happy, you shall be alwayes sunning your selves in the light of Gods countenance;
If you Are godly, then shall you be for ever happy, you shall be always sunning your selves in the Light of God's countenance;
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if you are wicked, you shall be alwayes miserable, ever lying in the scalding Furnace of the wrath of the Almighty.
if you Are wicked, you shall be always miserable, ever lying in the scalding Furnace of the wrath of the Almighty.
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Eternity to the Godly is a day that hath no sun-setting; Eternity to the Wicked is a night that hath no sun-rising.
Eternity to the Godly is a day that hath no sunsetting; Eternity to the Wicked is a night that hath no sunrising.
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O, I beseech you my Brethren, every day spend some time upon the thoughts of Eternity.
O, I beseech you my Brothers, every day spend Some time upon the thoughts of Eternity.
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The serious thoughts of an Eternal Condition would be a great means to promote holiness. 1. The thoughts of Eternity would make us very serious about our Souls.
The serious thoughts of an Eternal Condition would be a great means to promote holiness. 1. The thoughts of Eternity would make us very serious about our Souls.
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O my Soul, thou art shortly to flie into Eternity, a condition that can never be reversed or altered;
O my Soul, thou art shortly to fly into Eternity, a condition that can never be reversed or altered;
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How serious would this make us about our heaven-born souls? Zeuxes being once asked why he was so long in drawing a Picture;
How serious would this make us about our Heavenborn Souls? Zeuxes being once asked why he was so long in drawing a Picture;
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answered, Aeternitati pingo, I am now painting for Eternity. Oh how fervently would that man pray, that thinks he is praying for Eternity.
answered, Aeternitati pingo, I am now painting for Eternity. O how fervently would that man pray, that thinks he is praying for Eternity.
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Oh how accurately and circumspectly would that man live, that thinks, upon this moment hangs Eternity.
O how accurately and circumspectly would that man live, that thinks, upon this moment hangs Eternity.
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2. The thoughts of Eternity would make us sleight and contemn all the things of this world.
2. The thoughts of Eternity would make us sleight and contemn all the things of this world.
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What is the world • … o him that hath Eternity alwayes in his eye? Did we • … hink seriously and solemnly of Eternity, we should never over-value the Comforts of the world,
What is the world • … oh him that hath Eternity always in his eye? Did we • … hink seriously and solemnly of Eternity, we should never overvalue the Comforts of the world,
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nor overgrieve the Crosses of the world. 1. We should not over-value the Comforts of the world.
nor overgrieve the Crosses of the world. 1. We should not overvalue the Comforts of the world.
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Worldly comforts are very sweet, but they are very swift, they are soon gone; the pleasures of the world are but for a season;
Worldly comforts Are very sweet, but they Are very swift, they Are soon gone; the pleasures of the world Are but for a season;
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just like Noah 's Dove that brought an Olive branch in her mouth, but she had Wings,
just like Noah is Dove that brought an Olive branch in her Mouth, but she had Wings,
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and so did presently flie from the Ark; so are all outward Comforts, they bring an Olive branch,
and so did presently fly from the Ark; so Are all outward Comforts, they bring an Olive branch,
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but they have wings too, with which they flie away.
but they have wings too, with which they fly away.
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2. The thoughts of Eternity would make us not to over-grieve the Crosses and Sufferings of the world.
2. The thoughts of Eternity would make us not to overgrieve the Crosses and Sufferings of the world.
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What are these sufferings to Eternity? Our Sufferings sayes the Apostle, are but for a while, 1 Pet. 5. 10. What are all the Sufferings we can undergo in the World, t• … Eternity? Affliction may be lasting, but it is not everlasting.
What Are these sufferings to Eternity? Our Sufferings Says the Apostle, Are but for a while, 1 Pet. 5. 10. What Are all the Sufferings we can undergo in the World, t• … Eternity? Affliction may be lasting, but it is not everlasting.
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Our Sufferings here are not worthy to be compared to an eternal weight of Glory. And thus, my Beloved, I have given you these Twenty Directions for your precious Souls:
Our Sufferings Here Are not worthy to be compared to an Eternal weight of Glory. And thus, my beloved, I have given you these Twenty Directions for your precious Souls:
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I beseech yo• … treasure them up as so many Jewels in the Cabinet o• … your breast:
I beseech yo• … treasure them up as so many Jewels in the Cabinet o• … your breast:
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Did you carry these Directions about you• … • … y would be a most excellent Antidote to keep yo• … from sin,
Did you carry these Directions about you• … • … y would be a most excellent Antidote to keep yo• … from since,
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and an excellent means to preserve the zeal 〈 ◊ 〉 Piety flaming upon the Altar of your Hearts.
and an excellent means to preserve the zeal 〈 ◊ 〉 Piety flaming upon the Altar of your Hearts.
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I have many things yet to say to you, but I know no• … whether God will give me another Opportunity;
I have many things yet to say to you, but I know no• … whither God will give me Another Opportunity;
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〈 ◊ 〉 strength is now almost gone:
〈 ◊ 〉 strength is now almost gone:
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I beseech you, let thes• … things which I have spoken, make deep impressions upon all your souls.
I beseech you, let thes• … things which I have spoken, make deep impressions upon all your Souls.
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Consider what hath been said, and th• … Lord give you Understanding in all things.
Consider what hath been said, and th• … Lord give you Understanding in all things.
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Mr. Watson's Sermon ▪ at St. Clements. ISAIAH 3. 10, 11. Say to the Righteous, It shall be well with him;
Mr. Watson's Sermon ▪ At Saint Clements. ISAIAH 3. 10, 11. Say to the Righteous, It shall be well with him;
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for they shall eat the fruit of their Doings. Wo unto the wicked, it shall be ill with him;
for they shall eat the fruit of their Doings. Woe unto the wicked, it shall be ill with him;
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for the reward of his hands shall be given him.
for the reward of his hands shall be given him.
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THis Text is like to Israels Pillar of Cloud, it hath a light side and a dark side;
THis Text is like to Israel's Pillar of Cloud, it hath a Light side and a dark side;
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it hath a light side to the godly, Say to the righteous, It shall be well with him:
it hath a Light side to the godly, Say to the righteous, It shall be well with him:
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and it hath a dark side to the wicked, it shall be ill with him. Both you see are rewarded, both the righteous and the wicked;
and it hath a dark side to the wicked, it shall be ill with him. Both you see Are rewarded, both the righteous and the wicked;
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but there's a vast difference, the one hath a reward of Mercy, and the other a reward of Justice.
but there's a vast difference, the one hath a reward of Mercy, and the other a reward of justice.
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I shall begin with the first of these, Say ye to the righteous, It shall be well with him.
I shall begin with the First of these, Say you to the righteous, It shall be well with him.
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This Scripture was written in a very sad and calamitous time, as you may read in the beginning of the Chapter, The mighty man, the man of war doth cease, the prudent and the ancient, both the Iudge and the Prophet shall be taken away.
This Scripture was written in a very sad and calamitous time, as you may read in the beginning of the Chapter, The mighty man, the man of war does cease, the prudent and the ancient, both the Judge and the Prophet shall be taken away.
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This was a very sad time with the Church of God in Ierusalem; if the Judge be taken away, where will there be any Equity? and,
This was a very sad time with the Church of God in Ierusalem; if the Judge be taken away, where will there be any Equity? and,
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if the Prophet be taken away, where will there be any Piety? the whole body Politick was now running to ruine, and almost in the rubbish:
if the Prophet be taken away, where will there be any Piety? the Whole body Politic was now running to ruin, and almost in the rubbish:
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Now in this sad juncture of time, God would have this Text to be written; and it is, methinks, like a Rain-bow in the Clouds.
Now in this sad juncture of time, God would have this Text to be written; and it is, methinks, like a Rainbow in the Clouds.
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God would have his people comforted in the midst of all these afflictions; Say ye to the righteous, It shall be well with him.
God would have his people comforted in the midst of all these afflictions; Say you to the righteous, It shall be well with him.
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The Proposition that lies in the words, is this:
The Proposition that lies in the words, is this:
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That however things go in the World, It shall be 〈 ◊ 〉 with the righteous.
That however things go in the World, It shall be 〈 ◊ 〉 with the righteous.
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This is an Oracle from Gods own mouth; and therefore we are not to question or dispute it;
This is an Oracle from God's own Mouth; and Therefore we Are not to question or dispute it;
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Say y• … to the righteous, It shall be well with him; Say y• … to the righteous, It shall be well with him;
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I might multiply Scriptures for the proof of this, but I shall instance but in one, Eccles. 8. 12. Surely, I know that it shall be well with them that fear God.
I might multiply Scriptures for the proof of this, but I shall instance but in one, Eccles. 8. 12. Surely, I know that it shall be well with them that Fear God.
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It is a golden Maxim, not to be disputed; I know it shall go well with them that fear God,
It is a golden Maxim, not to be disputed; I know it shall go well with them that Fear God,
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For the illustration of this, consider two things;
For the illustration of this, Consider two things;
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First, What is meant here by the righteous man. Secondly, Why, however things go, it shall be well with him.
First, What is meant Here by the righteous man. Secondly, Why, however things go, it shall be well with him.
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First, Who is meant here by the righteous man. There is a Threefold righteousness. First, a legal righteousness, and so Adam in this sense was said to be righteous,
First, Who is meant Here by the righteous man. There is a Threefold righteousness. First, a Legal righteousness, and so Adam in this sense was said to be righteous,
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when he did wear the robe of Innocency;
when he did wear the robe of Innocency;
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Adam's heart did agree with the Law of God exactly, as a well made Dial goes with the Sun. But this righteousness is lost and forfeited.Adam's heart did agree with the Law of God exactly, as a well made Dial Goes with the Sun. But this righteousness is lost and forfeited.
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Secondly, There is a Moral righteousness, and thus he is said to be righteous, who is, adorned with Moral Vertues, that is prudent, just, temperate, and the like.
Secondly, There is a Moral righteousness, and thus he is said to be righteous, who is, adorned with Moral Virtues, that is prudent, just, temperate, and the like.
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Thirdly, There is an Evangelical righteousness, an• … that is meant here. And this Evangelical righteousness is twofold:
Thirdly, There is an Evangelical righteousness, an• … that is meant Here. And this Evangelical righteousness is twofold:
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A righteousness by Imputation, and a righteousness by Implantation.
A righteousness by Imputation, and a righteousness by Implantation.
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First, There is a righteousness by imputation, and that is, when Christs righteousness is made over to us;
First, There is a righteousness by imputation, and that is, when Christ righteousness is made over to us;
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an• … this righteousness, beloved, is as truly ours to justifie 〈 ◊ 〉 as it is Christs, to bestow upon us.
an• … this righteousness, Beloved, is as truly ours to justify 〈 ◊ 〉 as it is Christ, to bestow upon us.
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Secondly, There is a righteousness by implantation, which is nothing else but Gods infusing of the seed and habits of grace into the heart, the planting of holiness in a man,
Secondly, There is a righteousness by implantation, which is nothing Else but God's infusing of the seed and habits of grace into the heart, the planting of holiness in a man,
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and making him partaker of the divine Nature:
and making him partaker of the divine Nature:
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Now this is to be righteous in the sight of God, to have a righteousness of imputation, and a righteousness of implantation.
Now this is to be righteous in the sighed of God, to have a righteousness of imputation, and a righteousness of implantation.
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And so much for the first thing.
And so much for the First thing.
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The second thing is to shew you why, however things go in the world, it shall be well with this righteous man;
The second thing is to show you why, however things go in the world, it shall be well with this righteous man;
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and it must needs be thus, for two reasons. First, Because he that is righteous, hath his greatest evil removed, his sin is pardoned;
and it must needs be thus, for two Reasons. First, Because he that is righteous, hath his greatest evil removed, his since is pardoned;
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and therefore it must needs be well with him. Sin is a thorn in a man's Conscience;
and Therefore it must needs be well with him. since is a thorn in a Man's Conscience;
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now when this thorn is pluckt out in forgiveness and remission, then is it well with that man.
now when this thorn is plucked out in forgiveness and remission, then is it well with that man.
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Forgiveness of sin, in Scripture, is called, The lifting off of sin;
Forgiveness of since, in Scripture, is called, The lifting off of since;
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so it is in the Hebrew, Iob 7. Lord why dost thou not lift off my sin? It is a Metaphor taken from a weary man that goes under a burthen, ready to sink under it,
so it is in the Hebrew, Job 7. Lord why dost thou not lift off my since? It is a Metaphor taken from a weary man that Goes under a burden, ready to sink under it,
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and another man comes and lifts off this burthen;
and Another man comes and lifts off this burden;
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so doth the great God, when the burthen of sin is ready to sink the Conscience, Gods lifteth off this burthen from the Conscience,
so does the great God, when the burden of since is ready to sink the Conscience, God's lifts off this burden from the Conscience,
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and lays it upon Christs shoulders, and he carries it;
and lays it upon Christ shoulders, and he carries it;
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now he that hath his burthen thus carryed, it is well for him, however things go.
now he that hath his burden thus carried, it is well for him, however things go.
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Pardon and forgiveness of sin it is a crowning blessing, it is a Jewel in a Believers Crown:
Pardon and forgiveness of since it is a crowning blessing, it is a Jewel in a Believers Crown:
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Pardon of sin is a multiplying mercy, it brings a great many mercies along with it; whom God pardons, he adopts;
Pardon of since is a multiplying mercy, it brings a great many Mercies along with it; whom God Pardons, he adopts;
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whom God pardons, he invests with holiness and with glory.
whom God Pardons, he invests with holiness and with glory.
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Pardon of sin is such a mercy, that it is enough to make a sick man well, Isa. 32. 24. The Inhabitants shall not say, They are sick, the people that dwell therein shall be forgiven their iniquity.
Pardon of since is such a mercy, that it is enough to make a sick man well, Isaiah 32. 24. The Inhabitants shall not say, They Are sick, the people that dwell therein shall be forgiven their iniquity.
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The sense of pardon takes away the sense of pain; it must needs then be well with the righteous, his greatest evil is removed.
The sense of pardon Takes away the sense of pain; it must needs then be well with the righteous, his greatest evil is removed.
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Secondly, However things go, It shall be well with the righteous, because God is his portion, Psal. 16. 5. The Lord is the portion of my inheritance, the lines are fallen to me in pleasant places.
Secondly, However things go, It shall be well with the righteous, Because God is his portion, Psalm 16. 5. The Lord is the portion of my inheritance, the lines Are fallen to me in pleasant places.
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In God, all things are to be found; and all that is in God, is engaged for the good of the Righteous;
In God, all things Are to be found; and all that is in God, is engaged for the good of the Righteous;
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His power is his, to help him; His wisdom is his, to teach him; His spirit is his, to sanctifie him;
His power is his, to help him; His Wisdom is his, to teach him; His Spirit is his, to sanctify him;
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and His mercy is his, to save him. God is the righteous mans portion;
and His mercy is his, to save him. God is the righteous men portion;
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and can God give a greater gift to us, than to give Himself to us? God is a rich portion, the Angels riches;
and can God give a greater gift to us, than to give Himself to us? God is a rich portion, the Angels riches;
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God is a safe and a sure portion, for his Name is a strong Tower. He is a portion that can never be spent, for he is infiniteness;
God is a safe and a sure portion, for his Name is a strong Tower. He is a portion that can never be spent, for he is infiniteness;
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and he is a portion can never be lost; for he is Eternity;
and he is a portion can never be lost; for he is Eternity;
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Thou art my portion for ever, Psal. 73. 26. And surely, it is well with them that have God for their portion:Thou art my portion for ever, Psalm 73. 26. And surely, it is well with them that have God for their portion:
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Is it not well with them that are happy? Why, if God be our portion ▪ we are happy, Psal. 144. 16. Happy is the people whose God is the Lord.
Is it not well with them that Are happy? Why, if God be our portion ▪ we Are happy, Psalm 144. 16. Happy is the people whose God is the Lord.
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And so much for the Doctrinal part.
And so much for the Doctrinal part.
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The Application of this point may afford abundanc• … of comfort to every godly man, to every person fearing God in this Congregation.
The Application of this point may afford abundanc• … of Comfort to every godly man, to every person fearing God in this Congregation.
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God hath sent me this day with a Commission to comfort you, O that I might drop in the oil of gladness into every broken and trouble• … sp• … rit;
God hath sent me this day with a Commission to Comfort you, Oh that I might drop in the oil of gladness into every broken and trouble• … sp• … rit;
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Say to the righteous, it shall be well with him: Say to the righteous, it shall be well with him:
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Here'• … good news from heaven, however things are, yet still i• … is well with the righteous.
Here'• … good news from heaven, however things Are, yet still i• … is well with the righteous.
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But here's a great question to be answered, How dot• … it appear that it is well with the righteous? for we ofte• … see it is worst with him;
But here's a great question to be answered, How dot• … it appear that it is well with the righteous? for we ofte• … see it is worst with him;
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he is deprived of his comforts he is made the reproach of the world for Christ, ye• … many times he loseth his life? how then is it well wit• … the righteous?
he is deprived of his comforts he is made the reproach of the world for christ, ye• … many times he loses his life? how then is it well wit• … the righteous?
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I answer, yet still is it well with the righteous:
I answer, yet still is it well with the righteous:
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thoug• … he meet with trouble in the world, and one wave rise• … upon the neck of another:
thoug• … he meet with trouble in the world, and one wave rise• … upon the neck of Another:
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yet is it well with the righteous, as appears in these following particulars:
yet is it well with the righteous, as appears in these following particulars:
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First, All the troubles that a righteous man meets with, turn to his good, and so it is well with him:
First, All the Troubles that a righteous man meets with, turn to his good, and so it is well with him:
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That's a famous Scripture, Ier. 24. 5. Whom I have sent out of this place, into the Land of the Chaldeans, for their good.
That's a famous Scripture, Jeremiah 24. 5. Whom I have sent out of this place, into the Land of the Chaldeans, for their good.
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Gods own Israel were transported into Babylon among their enemies, for their good.
God's own Israel were transported into Babylon among their enemies, for their good.
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The troubles of the righteous are only a means to purge out their sins, and that's for their good.
The Troubles of the righteous Are only a means to purge out their Sins, and that's for their good.
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I have read a story of one Peleus, who running at another with a sword to kill him, by accident the sword only run into his Impostume, and broke that.
I have read a story of one Peleus, who running At Another with a sword to kill him, by accident the sword only run into his Impostume, and broke that.
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Thus all the evils and troubles of the righteous, do but serve to cure them of the Imposthume of pride,
Thus all the evils and Troubles of the righteous, do but serve to cure them of the Imposthume of pride,
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and to make them more humble.
and to make them more humble.
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When the body of a Saint is afflicted, his soul that revives and flourishes in grace;
When the body of a Saint is afflicted, his soul that revives and flourishes in grace;
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like two Lawrel trees that I have read of, that when one withered, the other flourished;
like two Laurel trees that I have read of, that when one withered, the other flourished;
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so, when the body is afflicted, yet grace flourishes. God doth distil out of the bitterest drugs, his glory and our salvation.
so, when the body is afflicted, yet grace flourishes. God does distil out of the Bitterest drugs, his glory and our salvation.
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That that the world looks upon as a punishment, that God makes medicinal, to heal the soul.
That that the world looks upon as a punishment, that God makes medicinal, to heal the soul.
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Well then may it be well with the righteous;
Well then may it be well with the righteous;
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the rod of God upon a Saint, is but only Gods pencil, whereby he draws his Image more lively upon the soul.
the rod of God upon a Saint, is but only God's pencil, whereby he draws his Image more lively upon the soul.
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God never stretcheth the strings of his Viol, but to make the musick so much the sweeter.
God never Stretcheth the strings of his Violent, but to make the music so much the Sweeten.
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Secondly, In the midst of, all the troubles that befal the righteous, yet still it is well with them, in regard of those inward heart-revivings that God gives them;
Secondly, In the midst of, all the Troubles that befall the righteous, yet still it is well with them, in regard of those inward heart-revivings that God gives them;
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we see a godly man in misery; but we see not his comforts;
we see a godly man in misery; but we see not his comforts;
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we see his prison grates, but we hear not that sweet musick that he enjoys in his Conscience.
we see his prison grates, but we hear not that sweet music that he enjoys in his Conscience.
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God sweetens to his people outward troubles with inward peace.
God sweetens to his people outward Troubles with inward peace.
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It is the title that is given to God, 2 Cor. 6. 7. The God that comforteth them that are cast down.
It is the title that is given to God, 2 Cor. 6. 7. The God that comforts them that Are cast down.
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The Bee can gather Honey as well from the Thi• … tle and bitter Herb, as from the sweet Flower:
The Bee can gather Honey as well from the Thi• … tle and bitter Herb, as from the sweet Flower:
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and a Child of God can gather joy out of his sorrow; out of the very Carcass sometimes he fetcheth Honey.
and a Child of God can gather joy out of his sorrow; out of the very Carcase sometime he Fetches Honey.
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When the body is in pain, the soul may be at ease, as when a mans head akes,
When the body is in pain, the soul may be At ease, as when a men head akes,
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yet his heart may be well; Thus it is well with the Righteous, God gives him inward comforts that revive him, and sweeten his outward pain.
yet his heart may be well; Thus it is well with the Righteous, God gives him inward comforts that revive him, and sweeten his outward pain.
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3. In times of calamity and trouble, yet still is it well with the Righteous, because many times God hears his people in the time of trouble;
3. In times of calamity and trouble, yet still is it well with the Righteous, Because many times God hears his people in the time of trouble;
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in a storm God will have a care of his Jewels, he will hide them, and suffer them not to be carryed away;
in a storm God will have a care of his Jewels, he will hide them, and suffer them not to be carried away;
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and thus he makes good that Scripture literally, Psal. 91. 4. He shall cover thee with his feathers,
and thus he makes good that Scripture literally, Psalm 91. 4. He shall cover thee with his Feathers,
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and under his wings shalt thou trust, no evil shall touch thee. and under his wings shalt thou trust, no evil shall touch thee.
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God oftentimes verifies this Scripture literally, he makes his Angels to be his Peoples Lifeguard to hide them and to defend them.
God oftentimes verifies this Scripture literally, he makes his Angels to be his Peoples Lifeguard to hide them and to defend them.
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When a Flood was coming on the World, God provided an Ark to hide Neah in;
When a Flood was coming on the World, God provided an Ark to hide Neah in;
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When Israel was carryed and transported into Babylon, God hides Ier• … my, and gives him his life for a prey, I• … r. 39. 11, 12.
When Israel was carried and transported into Babylon, God hides Ier• … my, and gives him his life for a prey, I• … r. 39. 11, 12.
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And in this sense the Saints of God are called his hidden Ones. Psal. 83. 3. Why so? not only because they are hid in Gods decree,
And in this sense the Saints of God Are called his hidden Ones. Psalm 83. 3. Why so? not only Because they Are hid in God's Decree,
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and hid in Christs wounds, but oftentimes God hides them in time of common danger and calamity; they are hidden Ones;
and hid in Christ wounds, but oftentimes God hides them in time of Common danger and calamity; they Are hidden Ones;
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Thus God reserved to himself seven thousand that had not bowed the Knee to Baal; the Prophet knew not of any,
Thus God reserved to himself seven thousand that had not bowed the Knee to Baal; the Prophet knew not of any,
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but God knew of seven thousand that he had hid; and in this sense it is well with the Righteous in time of publick misery.
but God knew of seven thousand that he had hid; and in this sense it is well with the Righteous in time of public misery.
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But you will say, Sometimes it is worse than all this with them; sometimes the Righteous dye and perish, and are carryed away with a tempest;
But you will say, Sometime it is Worse than all this with them; sometime the Righteous die and perish, and Are carried away with a tempest;
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How is it well with them then? Yes, yet still it is well with the Righteous;
How is it well with them then? Yes, yet still it is well with the Righteous;
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though their Life be taken away, yet still it is well with them, and that in a two-fold sense.
though their Life be taken away, yet still it is well with them, and that in a twofold sense.
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First, Many times God takes away the Righteous by death in great mercy;
First, Many times God Takes away the Righteous by death in great mercy;
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he takes them away that they shall not see the miseries that are coming upon a Land;
he Takes them away that they shall not see the misery's that Are coming upon a Land;
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as Virgil the Heathen Poet said, They were happy that dyed before their Countrey, meaning, before they saw the ruins of their Countrey.
as Virgil the Heathen Poet said, They were happy that died before their Country, meaning, before they saw the ruins of their Country.
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And truly many times God takes away his Children in mercy, that they shall not see the miseries that are coming on a Land;
And truly many times God Takes away his Children in mercy, that they shall not see the misery's that Are coming on a Land;
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you have a pregnant and clear Scripture for this, 1 King. 14. 13. He only of the House of Jeroboam shall come to his grave;
you have a pregnant and clear Scripture for this, 1 King. 14. 13. He only of the House of Jeroboam shall come to his grave;
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it is spoken of A• … ijah his Son, He only shall come to his grave,
it is spoken of A• … ijah his Son, He only shall come to his grave,
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because in him there was found some good thing towards the Lord God of Israel. God would put this man into his grave betimes in mercy,
Because in him there was found Some good thing towards the Lord God of Israel. God would put this man into his grave betimes in mercy,
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because he should not see the evil that was coming upon the Land. You have a parallel Scripture to this, 2 King. 22. v. ult. It is spoken of Iosiah, I will gather thee to thy Fathers, thou shalt be gathered to thy grave in peace,
Because he should not see the evil that was coming upon the Land. You have a parallel Scripture to this, 2 King. 22. v. ult. It is spoken of Josiah, I will gather thee to thy Father's, thou shalt be gathered to thy grave in peace,
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and thine eye shall not see the evil that I will bring upon this place. Why, Iosiah died in battel:and thine eye shall not see the evil that I will bring upon this place. Why, Josiah died in battle:
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How is it said then, that he went to his grave in peace? the meaning is this,
How is it said then, that he went to his grave in peace? the meaning is this,
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because Iosiah was an holy man, he had made his peace with God, and so went to his grave in peace;
Because Josiah was an holy man, he had made his peace with God, and so went to his grave in peace;
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and because he should not see the evil approaching, therefore God gathered him to his grave in peace.
and Because he should not see the evil approaching, Therefore God gathered him to his grave in peace.
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Ierome speaks thus of Nepotian: itseems Ierome lived to see some troubles before he died: Meeting with some storms;Jerome speaks thus of Nepotian: itseems Jerome lived to see Some Troubles before he died: Meeting with Some storms;
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Now (said he) how happy is my friend Nepotian that sees not these troubles? happy is he that is gotten 〈 ◊ 〉 of the storm, and is in the haven. Now (said he) how happy is my friend Nepotian that sees not these Troubles? happy is he that is got 〈 ◊ 〉 of the storm, and is in the Haven.
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Thus Luther died in mercy before the troubles of Germany began to break forth. Thus it is well with the Righteous, though they do die;
Thus Luther died in mercy before the Troubles of Germany began to break forth. Thus it is well with the Righteous, though they do die;
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God takes them away in mercy, that they may not see approaching evils.
God Takes them away in mercy, that they may not see approaching evils.
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Secondly, Though the righteous do die, are taken away, and perish in astorm, yet is it well with them, because death cannot hurt them;
Secondly, Though the righteous do die, Are taken away, and perish in astorm, yet is it well with them, Because death cannot hurt them;
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it can neither hurt their Bodies, nor yet their Souls; the Body is safe, it doth not perish, though it doth die;
it can neither hurt their Bodies, nor yet their Souls; the Body is safe, it does not perish, though it does die;
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the bodies of the Saints are very precious dust in Gods account; the Lord locks up these Jewels in the Grave, as in a Cabinet;
the bodies of the Saints Are very precious dust in God's account; the Lord locks up these Jewels in the Grave, as in a Cabinet;
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the bodies of the Saints lie mellowing and ripening in the grave, till a blessed time of resurrection:
the bodies of the Saints lie mellowing and ripening in the grave, till a blessed time of resurrection:
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How precious is the dust of a Believer! though the World mind it not, yet 'tis precious to God.
How precious is the dust of a Believer! though the World mind it not, yet it's precious to God.
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The Husbandman hath some Corn in the Barn, and other Corn in his ground; the Corn in the ground is as precious to him as that in the Barn:
The Husbandman hath Some Corn in the Barn, and other Corn in his ground; the Corn in the ground is as precious to him as that in the Barn:
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Why, the Bodies of the Saints in the grave, are Gods Corn in the ground, and God makes a very precious account of this Corn;
Why, the Bodies of the Saints in the grave, Are God's Corn in the ground, and God makes a very precious account of this Corn;
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the bodies of the Saints shall be more glorious and blessed than ever at the resurrection.
the bodies of the Saints shall be more glorious and blessed than ever At the resurrection.
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Tertullian says, the Bodies shall be then Corpora Angelica; the Body shal be angelified, in regard of that beauty and lustre which shall be put upon it:Tertullian Says, the Bodies shall be then Corpora Angelica; the Body shall be angelified, in regard of that beauty and lustre which shall be put upon it:
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As it is with a piece of silk, or cloth, that is died of a Purple scarlet colour, it is made more bright and illustrious than it was before.
As it is with a piece of silk, or cloth, that is died of a Purple scarlet colour, it is made more bright and illustrious than it was before.
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Thus it is with the bodies of the Saints, they are dyed of a brighter colour at the resurrection, they are made like Christs glorious body, Phil. 3. 20. Thus, shall it be well with the righteous in their bodies; they shall not perish.
Thus it is with the bodies of the Saints, they Are died of a Brighter colour At the resurrection, they Are made like Christ glorious body, Philip 3. 20. Thus, shall it be well with the righteous in their bodies; they shall not perish.
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Secondly, At death it shall be well with the righteous, as to their souls. O it shall be a blessed time;
Secondly, At death it shall be well with the righteous, as to their Souls. O it shall be a blessed time;
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Methinks it is with a Saint at the time of death, just as it was with Paul in his voyage to Rome; the ship did break into many pieces,
Methinks it is with a Saint At the time of death, just as it was with Paul in his voyage to Room; the ship did break into many Pieces,
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but yet he got safe to shore;
but yet he god safe to shore;
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so it is with a believer, though the ship of his body may be snap't and broken at death;
so it is with a believer, though the ship of his body may be snaped and broken At death;
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yet the passenger is safe, the soul gets safe to shore even to the heavenly ▪ Ierusalem; then surely it is well with the righteous at his death;
yet the Passenger is safe, the soul gets safe to shore even to the heavenly ▪ Ierusalem; then surely it is well with the righteous At his death;
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the day of a believer's death is the birth-day of his blessedness; it is his ascension-day to heaven;
the day of a believer's death is the birthday of his blessedness; it is his Ascension day to heaven;
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his death-day is his mariage-day with Jesus Christ;
his death-day is his mariage-day with jesus christ;
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faith doth but Contract us here, but at death the Nuptials shall be solemnized in glory;
faith does but Contract us Here, but At death the Nuptials shall be solemnized in glory;
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and shall it not be well with the righteous? they shall see God face to face:
and shall it not be well with the righteous? they shall see God face to face:
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And says Austin, Ipse Deus sufficit ad praemium. It will be heaven enough to have the • … ight of God.
And Says Austin, Ipse Deus sufficit ad Premium. It will be heaven enough to have the • … ight of God.
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The Saints shall then enter into joy; joy now enters into them here, but then they shall enter into joy;
The Saints shall then enter into joy; joy now enters into them Here, but then they shall enter into joy;
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they shall drink of that pure river that runs from God the ever lasting Fountain.
they shall drink of that pure river that runs from God the ever lasting Fountain.
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Thus you see it shall go well with the righteous, however things go, though troubles come, though death it self come;
Thus you see it shall go well with the righteous, however things go, though Troubles come, though death it self come;
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and therefore let those that are the people of God, comfort themselves with these words.
and Therefore let those that Are the people of God, Comfort themselves with these words.
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To conclude this first point, what encouragement is this to all you that hear me now, to begin to be righteous!
To conclude this First point, what encouragement is this to all you that hear me now, to begin to be righteous!
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This Text may tempt us all to be godly. Say to the righteous, It shall be well with him;
This Text may tempt us all to be godly. Say to the righteous, It shall be well with him;
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when things go never so ill with him; yet still it shall be well with him:
when things go never so ill with him; yet still it shall be well with him:
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Grant that all things are ill with you in your estate, in your relations; yet then, if you are righteous, all things shall be well with you;
Grant that all things Are ill with you in your estate, in your relations; yet then, if you Are righteous, all things shall be well with you;
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your pardon is sealed, you are an Heir of Gods Promises, all things shall work for good;
your pardon is sealed, you Are an Heir of God's Promises, all things shall work for good;
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you have God for your Father, you have heaven in reversion for your inheritance;
you have God for your Father, you have heaven in reversion for your inheritance;
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and is it not well with you? how may this make us all in love with godliness,
and is it not well with you? how may this make us all in love with godliness,
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how ▪ may this tempt us to be godly? For if ever we would enjoy happiness, we must espouse holiness;
how ▪ may this tempt us to be godly? For if ever we would enjoy happiness, we must espouse holiness;
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Say to the righteous, it shall be well with him. And so much for the first proposition.Say to the righteous, it shall be well with him. And so much for the First proposition.
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The godly mans comfort in life and death.
The godly men Comfort in life and death.
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Now if this will not prevail with men to make them leave their sins and become righteous.
Now if this will not prevail with men to make them leave their Sins and become righteous.
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I must passe in a few words to the next branch of my Text, to scare men out of their sins, to affright them out of their wickednesse:
I must pass in a few words to the next branch of my Text, to scare men out of their Sins, to affright them out of their wickedness:
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Wo to the wicked, it shall be ill with him, for the reward of his hands shall be given him. Woe to the wicked, it shall be ill with him, for the reward of his hands shall be given him.
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This, my beloved, is ▪ the dark side of the cloud, and it may cause in every ▪ wicked man that hears me, a pa• … pitation and trembling at the heart, Wo to the wicked, it shall be ill with him, And so the Proposition is this:
This, my Beloved, is ▪ the dark side of the cloud, and it may cause in every ▪ wicked man that hears me, a pa• … pitation and trembling At the heart, Woe to the wicked, it shall be ill with him, And so the Proposition is this:
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That when things seem to be well with wicked men, it shall be ill with them at last. That when things seem to be well with wicked men, it shall be ill with them At last.
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Though things seem to be well with the wicked, they have more then heart can wish,
Though things seem to be well with the wicked, they have more then heart can wish,
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yet it shall be ill with them at last; Vae improbo! Wo to the wicked; it shall be ill with them.
yet it shall be ill with them At last; Vae improbo! Woe to the wicked; it shall be ill with them.
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In Eccles. 8. 11. It shall not be well with the wicked, nor shall he prolong his days, that are as a shadow, because he feareth not God.
In Eccles. 8. 11. It shall not be well with the wicked, nor shall he prolong his days, that Are as a shadow, Because he fears not God.
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The God of Truth hath pronounced it, this is as true as God is true, It shall not be well with the wicked.
The God of Truth hath pronounced it, this is as true as God is true, It shall not be well with the wicked.
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Now that I may a little clear this to you, I shall demonstrate it to you in these following Particulars: 1. It is ill with the wicked in this life. 2. It is ill with him at his death. 3. It is ill with him at the day of Judgement. 4. It is ill with him after the day of Judgement.
Now that I may a little clear this to you, I shall demonstrate it to you in these following Particulars: 1. It is ill with the wicked in this life. 2. It is ill with him At his death. 3. It is ill with him At the day of Judgement. 4. It is ill with him After the day of Judgement.
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First, It is ill with the Wicked in this life. There's hardly a wicked man that hears me, that thinks so:
First, It is ill with the Wicked in this life. There's hardly a wicked man that hears me, that thinks so:
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when he hath the affluence and confluence of outward comforts, when he eats of the fat,
when he hath the affluence and confluence of outward comforts, when he eats of the fat,
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and drinks of the sweet, he will hardly believe that Minister that tells him it shall be ill with him;
and drinks of the sweet, he will hardly believe that Minister that tells him it shall be ill with him;
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yea, but it is ill with the wicked even in this life;
yea, but it is ill with the wicked even in this life;
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foris it not ill with that man that hath a curse, yea the curse of God, entailed upon him? My Text pronounceth a curse against the sinner, Vae improbo, Wo to the wicked:
Foris it not ill with that man that hath a curse, yea the curse of God, entailed upon him? My Text pronounceth a curse against the sinner, Vae improbo, Woe to the wicked:
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And can that man thrive that lives under a curse? Clouds of blood & wrath hang over the head of a wicked man;
And can that man thrive that lives under a curse? Clouds of blood & wrath hang over the head of a wicked man;
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he is heir to all the plagues that are written in the Book of God;
he is heir to all the plagues that Are written in the Book of God;
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all God's curses are the Sinners portion, and if he dies in his sins, he is sure to have the portion paid him.
all God's curses Are the Sinners portion, and if he die in his Sins, he is sure to have the portion paid him.
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Woe to the Wicked; every bit of Bread he eateth, he hath it with a curse,Woe to the Wicked; every bit of Bred he Eateth, he hath it with a curse,
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like poysoned Bread given to a Dog; every drop of Wine he drinks, he swallows down a curse with it.
like poisoned Bred given to a Dog; every drop of Wine he drinks, he Swallows down a curse with it.
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Wo to the wicked, there is a Curse in his cup, there is a curse on his table;Woe to the wicked, there is a Curse in his cup, there is a curse on his table;
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God hath said, Wo to him.
God hath said, Woe to him.
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We read of Belshazzar, Dan. 5. 4, 5. that when he tasted the wine, he commanded to bring the gold and silver vessels taken out of the Temple;
We read of Belshazzar, Dan. 5. 4, 5. that when he tasted the wine, he commanded to bring the gold and silver vessels taken out of the Temple;
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then they brought the gold and silver vessels, and drank wine, and praised the gods of gold and silver. He was very jovial:then they brought the gold and silver vessels, and drank wine, and praised the God's of gold and silver. He was very jovial:
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but in the midst of his cups and joyallity, wo to the Wicked;
but in the midst of his cups and joyallity, woe to the Wicked;
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for in the same hour there came forth the fingers of a Mans hand, and wrote over against the Candlestick on the wall a curse and wo.
for in the same hour there Come forth the fingers of a men hand, and wrote over against the Candlestick on the wall a curse and woe.
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Wo to the wicked; let a sinner live till he be a hundred years old,Woe to the wicked; let a sinner live till he be a hundred Years old,
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yet still he is accursed, Esay 23. 20. Though a sinner live a hundred years old, yet shall he die accursed;
yet still he is accursed, Isaiah 23. 20. Though a sinner live a hundred Years old, yet shall he die accursed;
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his gray hairs have a curse upon them.
his grey hairs have a curse upon them.
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Secondly, It shall be ill with the wicked at the hour of death, & that in two respects;
Secondly, It shall be ill with the wicked At the hour of death, & that in two respects;
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Death puts an end to all his comforts, and death is a beginning of all his miseries.
Death puts an end to all his comforts, and death is a beginning of all his misery's.
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First, Death puts an end to a Sinner's comforts. There shall be no more indulging of the Flesh, and pampering of it;
First, Death puts an end to a Sinner's comforts. There shall be no more indulging of the Flesh, and pampering of it;
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no more cups of Wine, and no more Musick to be seen or heard then.
no more cups of Wine, and no more Music to be seen or herd then.
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In Rev. 18. 14. & 22. The things that thy soul lusteth after, are departed from thee;
In Rev. 18. 14. & 22. The things that thy soul Lusteth After, Are departed from thee;
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the voyce of the Harpers, Musicians and Trumpeters shall be no more at all in thee; the voice of the Harpers, Musicians and Trumpeters shall be no more At all in thee;
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it is spoken of the destruction of Rome. Thus may it be said of a wicked man at death, All joy and pleasure is now departed from thee;
it is spoken of the destruction of Room. Thus may it be said of a wicked man At death, All joy and pleasure is now departed from thee;
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no more shalt thou hear the voyce of the Harp, Organ, or Trumpet: no more shall the Sinner be cloathed in Scarlet robes, or adorned with sparkling Diamonds;
no more shalt thou hear the voice of the Harp, Organ, or Trumpet: no more shall the Sinner be clothed in Scarlet robes, or adorned with sparkling Diamonds;
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Now, all oyl and balsome, all joy and gladness, at death shall cease and depart from the Sinner.
Now, all oil and balsome, all joy and gladness, At death shall cease and depart from the Sinner.
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Secondly, As death puts a period to a Sinners mirth, so it layes a foundation for all his sorrows.
Secondly, As death puts a Period to a Sinners mirth, so it lays a Foundation for all his sorrows.
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Usually before death doth close the eye of the Sinners body, the eye of his Conscience is first opened.
Usually before death does close the eye of the Sinners body, the eye of his Conscience is First opened.
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Every sin at the hour of death stands with a drawn sword in his hand: Those sins that delighted the sinner formerly, now terrifie and affright him.
Every since At the hour of death Stands with a drawn sword in his hand: Those Sins that delighted the sinner formerly, now terrify and affright him.
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All his joy and mirth is turned into sadness.
All his joy and mirth is turned into sadness.
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As sometimes you have seen Sugar lying in a damp place, dissolve and turn to Water:
As sometime you have seen Sugar lying in a damp place, dissolve and turn to Water:
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Thus all the sugarly Joyes of wicked men, at the hour of death turn to water,
Thus all the sugarly Joys of wicked men, At the hour of death turn to water,
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even the water of tears and sorrow.
even the water of tears and sorrow.
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Thirdly, It shall be ill with a wicked man at the day of Judgement, when he is cited before Gods Tribunal,
Thirdly, It shall be ill with a wicked man At the day of Judgement, when he is cited before God's Tribunal,
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when he shall leave courting his wickedness, and stand at Gods Barr to answer for it.
when he shall leave courting his wickedness, and stand At God's Bar to answer for it.
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You read of Foelix, that when he heard Paul speak of Judgement, Foelix trembled. Iosephus observes that Foelix was a wicked man;
You read of Felix, that when he herd Paul speak of Judgement, Felix trembled. Iosephus observes that Felix was a wicked man;
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and she that then lived with him, her name was Drusilla, whom he had enticed away from her Husband,
and she that then lived with him, her name was Drusilla, whom he had enticed away from her Husband,
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and lived in sin with her: Now when Foelix heard Paul speak of Judgement, he trembled;
and lived in since with her: Now when Felix herd Paul speak of Judgement, he trembled;
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his conscience that check'd him for his sin.
his conscience that checked him for his since.
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Now, if Foelix trembled at the hearing of Judgment, what will sinners do when the day of Judgment shall come;
Now, if Felix trembled At the hearing of Judgement, what will Sinners do when the day of Judgement shall come;
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when all mens secret sins shall be made manifest, when all their midnight wickedness shall be written upon their Foreheads,
when all men's secret Sins shall be made manifest, when all their midnight wickedness shall be written upon their Foreheads,
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as with the point of a Diamond? At the day of Judgment, my Beloved, there will be two things:
as with the point of a Diamond? At the day of Judgement, my beloved, there will be two things:
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1. The Legal Tryal. 2. The Sentence.
1. The Legal Trial. 2. The Sentence.
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1. The Legal Tryal. God will call forth sinners by Name, and say, Stand forth, Hear thy charge, Let me see what thou canst answer to it? What canst thou say for all thy Sabbath-breaking? for all thy Drunkenness and Perjury? for all thy Revenge and Malice? for all thy persecuting of my Members? what canst thou say for all these? Guilty or not guilty? Thou Wretch darest not say, Not Guilty;
1. The Legal Trial. God will call forth Sinners by Name, and say, Stand forth, Hear thy charge, Let me see what thou Canst answer to it? What Canst thou say for all thy Sabbath-breaking? for all thy drunkenness and Perjury? for all thy Revenge and Malice? for all thy persecuting of my Members? what Canst thou say for all these? Guilty or not guilty? Thou Wretch Darest not say, Not Guilty;
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for have not I been an eyewitness of all thy wickedness? Do not the Books agree, the Book of thy Conscience, and the Book of my Omniscience? and canst thou plead, Not Guilty? Here the Sinner will be amazed with horror, and run into desperation.
for have not I been an eyewitness of all thy wickedness? Do not the Books agree, the Book of thy Conscience, and the Book of my Omniscience? and Canst thou plead, Not Guilty? Here the Sinner will be amazed with horror, and run into desperation.
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2. After this Legal Tryal, follows the Sentence; Ite Maledicti, Go ye cursed;
2. After this Legal Trial, follows the Sentence; Item Maledicti, Go you cursed;
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What, • … o from the presence of Christ, in whose presence there is fulness of joy!
What, • … oh from the presence of christ, in whose presence there is fullness of joy!
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and go from Christ with a curse! That word Depart, said St. Chrysostome, is worse than the torments themselves.
and go from christ with a curse! That word Depart, said Saint Chrysostom, is Worse than the torments themselves.
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And, Beloved, remember this ye that go on in a sin; when once the Sentence is past, it can never be reversed;
And, beloved, Remember this you that go on in a since; when once the Sentence is past, it can never be reversed;
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This is the most Supreme Court of Judicature, from whence there is no Appeal.
This is the most Supreme Court of Judicature, from whence there is no Appeal.
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Here on earth, men can remove their Cause from one Court to another, from the Common-law to the Chancery;
Here on earth, men can remove their Cause from one Court to Another, from the Common-law to the Chancery;
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but if once the Sentence be past at this Judgment-barr, there is no removing your Cause This is the highest Court, there is no appealing any where else.
but if once the Sentence be passed At this Judgment-barr, there is no removing your Cause This is the highest Court, there is no appealing any where Else.
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And thus you see it is ill with the Wicked at the day of Judgement. Fourthly, It shall be ill with the wicked after the day of Judgement.
And thus you see it is ill with the Wicked At the day of Judgement. Fourthly, It shall be ill with the wicked After the day of Judgement.
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Oh! then there is but one way, and they would be glad if they might not go that way;
Oh! then there is but one Way, and they would be glad if they might not go that Way;
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But they must go that way even to prison, yea to hell. Luke 16. 23, 24. In hell he lift up his eyes.
But they must go that Way even to prison, yea to hell. Lycia 16. 23, 24. In hell he lift up his eyes.
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Hell is the very center of Misery, the spirits of torments stilled out. The Scripture tells us in Hell there are three things:
Hell is the very centre of Misery, the spirits of torments stilled out. The Scripture tells us in Hell there Are three things:
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1. Darkness. 2. Fire. 3. Chains.
1. Darkness. 2. Fire. 3. Chains.
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1. Hell is called a place of Darkness. In Iude v. 13. To them is reserved the blackness of darkness for ever ▪ Darkness, you know, is the most uncomfortable thing in the world:
1. Hell is called a place of Darkness. In Iude v. 13. To them is reserved the blackness of darkness for ever ▪ Darkness, you know, is the most uncomfortable thing in the world:
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A man that goes in the dark trembles every step that he goes: Hell is a black Region;
A man that Goes in the dark trembles every step that he Goes: Hell is a black Region;
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there is nothing but blackness of darkness: It must needs be a dark place, where there shall be a separation from the light of Gods presence.
there is nothing but blackness of darkness: It must needs be a dark place, where there shall be a separation from the Light of God's presence.
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Indeed Austin thinks, that there shall be some little sulphureous light:
Indeed Austin thinks, that there shall be Some little sulphureous Light:
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But suppose there be, that light shall only serve the damned to behold the tragedy of their own misery, to see themselves tormented.
But suppose there be, that Light shall only serve the damned to behold the tragedy of their own misery, to see themselves tormented.
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2. In Hell there is Fire; it is called a • … urning L• … k;
2. In Hell there is Fire; it is called a • … urning L• … k;
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Rev. 20. 15. Whoso• … was not found written in the bock of Life, was cast into the l• … ke of fire. Rev. 20. 15. Whoso• … was not found written in the bock of Life, was cast into the l• … ke of fire.
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You know, Fire is the most torturing Element, it makes the most dreadful impression upon the flesh.
You know, Fire is the most torturing Element, it makes the most dreadful impression upon the Flesh.
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Why, Hell is a place of Fire. It is disputed among some of the learned, what kind of fire it is:
Why, Hell is a place of Fire. It is disputed among Some of the learned, what kind of fire it is:
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I wish we may never feel what kind of fire it is.
I wish we may never feel what kind of fire it is.
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Austin, Peter Lumb• … rd, and others affirm, That it is a material Fire, but far hotter than any culinary fire;Austin, Peter Lumb• … Red, and Others affirm, That it is a material Fire, but Far hotter than any culinary fire;
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the fire on your hearths is but painted fire compared to this. But I rather think, the fire of the damned is partly material, and partly spiritual.
the fire on your hearths is but painted fire compared to this. But I rather think, the fire of the damned is partly material, and partly spiritual.
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Partly material, to work upon the body; and partly spiritual, which is the wrath of God to torment the Soul:
Partly material, to work upon the body; and partly spiritual, which is the wrath of God to torment the Soul:
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This is that L• … ke of burning fire, Oh! Who knows the power of Gods anger? Who can dwell with these burnings? It is intolerable to bear these scorchings,
This is that L• … ke of burning fire, Oh! Who knows the power of God's anger? Who can dwell with these burnings? It is intolerable to bear these scorchings,
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and it is impossible for the damned to escape them.
and it is impossible for the damned to escape them.
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3. In Hell there are Chains of darkness: In the 6. ver. of the Epistle of Iude, Those sinners that would not be bound by any law of God, shall have chains of darkness to bind them.
3. In Hell there Are Chains of darkness: In the 6. ver. of the Epistle of Iude, Those Sinners that would not be bound by any law of God, shall have chains of darkness to bind them.
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But what is the meaning of this phrase, Chains of darkness? I suppose it may be this, to intimate to us, That the wicked in Hell shall not have power to walk up and down;
But what is the meaning of this phrase, Chains of darkness? I suppose it may be this, to intimate to us, That the wicked in Hell shall not have power to walk up and down;
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which, perhaps, would be a little ease to them, though a very little:
which, perhaps, would be a little ease to them, though a very little:
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yea, but they shall not have so much as that little ease, but shall be chained, tyed,
yea, but they shall not have so much as that little ease, but shall be chained, tied,
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and staked fast with chains of darkness, that they shall not stir: And this is very terrible.
and staked fast with chains of darkness, that they shall not stir: And this is very terrible.
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Suppose a man did always lie upon a down-bed, if he might not stir off the place, it would be very painful to him,
Suppose a man did always lie upon a Down-bed, if he might not stir off the place, it would be very painful to him,
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though on a bed of down;
though on a Bed of down;
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How terrible then will it be to the damned, that must lie under the scorchings of Gods fury, chained down,
How terrible then will it be to the damned, that must lie under the scorchings of God's fury, chained down,
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and not be able to move? And thus shall it be to the wicked.
and not be able to move? And thus shall it be to the wicked.
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And to add to the torments of Hell, there are two things which shew it shall be ill with the wicked, let them die when they will. 1. There is the Worm. 2. There is the Serpent.
And to add to the torments of Hell, there Are two things which show it shall be ill with the wicked, let them die when they will. 1. There is the Worm. 2. There is the Serpent.
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1. There is the Worm, • … o torture the spirit;
1. There is the Worm, • … oh torture the Spirit;
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and this is no other but the worm of Conscience, Mark 4. 44. Where their worm never dies:
and this is no other but the worm of Conscience, Mark 4. 44. Where their worm never die:
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How dreadful will it be to have this Worm gnawing continually!
How dreadful will it be to have this Worm gnawing continually!
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Melancthon called it, a hellish fury. Conscience will be just as if a Worm full of poyson were gnawing the heart of a man:Melanchthon called it, a hellish fury. Conscience will be just as if a Worm full of poison were gnawing the heart of a man:
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Those sinners that would never hear the voice of Conscience, shall for ever feel the worm of Conscience.
Those Sinners that would never hear the voice of Conscience, shall for ever feel the worm of Conscience.
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2. There is the Serpent, and that is the Devil, called, the old Serpent, Revel. 4. As there is the biting of the Worm,
2. There is the Serpent, and that is the devil, called, the old Serpent, Revel. 4. As there is the biting of the Worm,
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so there is the stinging of the Serpent. The damned in Hell shall be forced to behold the Devil, that damned Monster.
so there is the stinging of the Serpent. The damned in Hell shall be forced to behold the devil, that damned Monster.
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I remember what Anselm saith, I had rather endure all the torments of this life, than see the Devil with bodily eyes:
I Remember what Anselm Says, I had rather endure all the torments of this life, than see the devil with bodily eyes:
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But this sight of the Devil the wicked shall see whether they will or no; and not only see, but shall feel the stingings of this old Serpent.
But this sighed of the devil the wicked shall see whither they will or no; and not only see, but shall feel the stingings of this old Serpent.
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Satan is full of rage against Mankind, and he will shew no mercy;
Satan is full of rage against Mankind, and he will show no mercy;
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as he puts forth all his subtilty in tempting men, so he puts forth all his cruelty in totmenting men. And this is not all;
as he puts forth all his subtlety in tempting men, so he puts forth all his cruelty in totmenting men. And this is not all;
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there are two things more that aggravate the torments of hell, to shew that it shall be ill with the wicked.
there Are two things more that aggravate the torments of hell, to show that it shall be ill with the wicked.
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1. These agonies, these hell-convu• … sions, shall be for ever. Rev. 14. 11. The smoak of their torment • … scended for ever and ever,
1. These agonies, these hell-convu• … zions, shall be for ever. Rev. 14. 11. The smoke of their torment • … scended for ever and ever,
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and they shall have no rest day nor night. Thus is it in hell; they would die, but they cannot;and they shall have no rest day nor night. Thus is it in hell; they would die, but they cannot;
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Mors sin• … morte, the wicked shall be alwayes dying, yet never dead; alwayes consuming, yet never consumed;Mors sin• … morte, the wicked shall be always dying, yet never dead; always consuming, yet never consumed;
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the smoak of their furnace ascends for ever and ever. Oh! who can endure thus to be for ever on the wrack;the smoke of their furnace ascends for ever and ever. Oh! who can endure thus to be for ever on the wrack;
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this word Ever breaks the heart of the wicked: They think a Sabbath long, and a Sermon long, and a Prayer long;
this word Ever breaks the heart of the wicked: They think a Sabbath long, and a Sermon long, and a Prayer long;
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they cry out, When will these be over? Oh! how long then will it be to lie in hell-torments for ever and ever? After the wicked have lain there millions of years, their torments will be as far from ending as they were the first hour they came there.
they cry out, When will these be over? Oh! how long then will it be to lie in Hell torments for ever and ever? After the wicked have lain there millions of Years, their torments will be as Far from ending as they were the First hour they Come there.
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2. The damned in hell shall have none to pity them.
2. The damned in hell shall have none to pity them.
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It is some comfort and ease, to have friends pity us when we are on our sick beds, or under any affliction;
It is Some Comfort and ease, to have Friends pity us when we Are on our sick Beds, or under any affliction;
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but the damned shal have none to pity them: Mercy will not pity them, that is turned to fury:
but the damned shall have none to pity them: Mercy will not pity them, that is turned to fury:
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Christ will not pity them, he is no more advocate for them: Angels will not pity them, for they rejoyce to see the vengeance;
christ will not pity them, he is no more advocate for them: Angels will not pity them, for they rejoice to see the vengeance;
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they insult and glory to see the justice of God executed upon them.
they insult and glory to see the Justice of God executed upon them.
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Oh! how sad is it to lie in the scalding furnace of Gods wrath, and to have none to pity us? Gods bowels will be locked up,
Oh! how sad is it to lie in the scalding furnace of God's wrath, and to have none to pity us? God's bowels will be locked up,
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and his heart will be hardened to damned sinners;
and his heart will be hardened to damned Sinners;
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then they shall call and God will laugh at them, Prov. 1. 26. I will laugh at your calamity.
then they shall call and God will laugh At them, Curae 1. 26. I will laugh At your calamity.
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Hear this, all you that go on in sin, It will be ill with the wicked:
Hear this, all you that go on in since, It will be ill with the wicked:
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O therefore turn from your sins, lest God tear you in pieces, a• … d there be now to deliver, or help you.
Oh Therefore turn from your Sins, lest God tear you in Pieces, a• … worser there be now to deliver, or help you.
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For the Application of this point.
For the Application of this point.
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First, What a confounding word is this to all the wicked, that go on desperately in sin, that add drunkenness to thirst? Never was there such an inundation of wickedness, as there is now adayes:
First, What a confounding word is this to all the wicked, that go on desperately in since, that add Drunkenness to thirst? Never was there such an inundation of wickedness, as there is now adays:
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Men sin, as if they would sin to spight God; as if they would dare heaven to punish them:
Men since, as if they would sin to spite God; as if they would Dare heaven to Punish them:
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men sin so greedily, as if they were afraid, Hellgate would be shut up ere they could get thither.
men sin so greedily, as if they were afraid, Hellgate would be shut up ere they could get thither.
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How many are there that sin manfully? that go to Hell stoutly in their wickednes? as Seneca speaks.
How many Are there that since manfully? that go to Hell stoutly in their wickedness? as Senecca speaks.
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These are in a sad condition. Remember what the text saith, Wo to the wicked, it shall be ill with them;
These Are in a sad condition. remember what the text Says, Woe to the wicked, it shall be ill with them;
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ill with them in life, in death and after death. A wicked man lives cursed, and dies damned.
ill with them in life, in death and After death. A wicked man lives cursed, and die damned.
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Sinners are Gods standing mark that he shoots at, and he never misseth the mark. You know what the Scripture saith, There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Sinners Are God's standing mark that he shoots At, and he never misses the mark. You know what the Scripture Says, There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
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It is a saying of Latimer, That is very sad fare, where weeping is the first course,
It is a saying of Latimer, That is very sad fare, where weeping is the First course,
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and gnashing of teeth is the second. But whence may this gnashing of the teeth come?
and gnashing of teeth is the second. But whence may this gnashing of the teeth come?
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1. It ariseth from the extremity of the torments that the damned suffer; this makes them gnash their teeth with horrour, they are not able to bear it,
1. It arises from the extremity of the torments that the damned suffer; this makes them gnash their teeth with horror, they Are not able to bear it,
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and yet they know not how to avoid it.
and yet they know not how to avoid it.
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2. The Wicked gnash their teeth out of envy, to think that the godly are happy and blessed;
2. The Wicked gnash their teeth out of envy, to think that the godly Are happy and blessed;
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those whom they reproached, hated and persecuted, they are happy in glory, and they themselves are thrown down into Hell;
those whom they reproached, hated and persecuted, they Are happy in glory, and they themselves Are thrown down into Hell;
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this cuts them to the heart to think of it, and makes them gnash their teeth, Luke 10. There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth,
this cuts them to the heart to think of it, and makes them gnash their teeth, Lycia 10. There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth,
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when you shall see Abraham, and Isaack, and Iacob in the Kingdom of God, and you your selves thrust out. when you shall see Abraham, and Isaac, and Iacob in the Kingdom of God, and you your selves thrust out.
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And this is the first use, shewing the misery of a wicked • … han; if all the curses in the Bible will make him miserable, he shall be miserable.
And this is the First use, showing the misery of a wicked • … han; if all the curses in the bible will make him miserable, he shall be miserable.
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God will make his Arrows drunk with his bloud.
God will make his Arrows drunk with his blood.
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Secondly, Take heed that none of you here be found in the number of the Wicked: Take heed of being of this black Regiment: beware of the Devils colours; fight not under this Banner:
Secondly, Take heed that none of you Here be found in the number of the Wicked: Take heed of being of this black Regiment: beware of the Devils colours; fight not under this Banner:
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It shall be ill with the Wicked; the Sinner and the Furnace shall never • … e parted.It shall be ill with the Wicked; the Sinner and the Furnace shall never • … e parted.
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In a word, I beseech you take heed of those sins that bring to Hell fire.
In a word, I beseech you take heed of those Sins that bring to Hell fire.
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There are, saith St. Bernard, fi• … ry sins that bring men to hell fire. There Are, Says Saint Bernard, fi• … Rye Sins that bring men to hell fire.
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What are these fiery sin? Why, they are the fire of Malice, the fire of Passion, the fire of Lust, the fire of Concupiscence, and the fire of Revenge:
What Are these fiery since? Why, they Are the fire of Malice, the fire of Passion, the fire of Lust, the fire of Concupiscence, and the fire of Revenge:
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these fiery sins, bring men to fiery plagues, to Hell fire.
these fiery Sins, bring men to fiery plagues, to Hell fire.
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When you are tempted to any • … in, think with your selves, How can I bear the lying in the fierceness of the Wine-press of Gods wrath for ever?
When you Are tempted to any • … in, think with your selves, How can I bear the lying in the fierceness of the Winepress of God's wrath for ever?
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I have read a story of a Virgi• …, that being tempted by a young man to commit folly;
I have read a story of a Virgi• …, that being tempted by a young man to commit folly;
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sayes she to him, If you will grant me but one request, I will do what you desire.
Says she to him, If you will grant me but one request, I will do what you desire.
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What is that? said he. Why, do but hold your Finger one hour in this burning Candle. What is that? said he. Why, do but hold your Finger one hour in this burning Candle.
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No, he would not do that:
No, he would not do that:
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Said she to him, Will not you for my s• … ke hold your Finger one hour in the Candle,
Said she to him, Will not you for my s• … ke hold your Finger one hour in the Candle,
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and would you have me lay my Soul burning in Hell for ever, for the satisfying of your Lust? and thus she refuted that temptation.and would you have me lay my Soul burning in Hell for ever, for the satisfying of your Lust? and thus she refuted that temptation.
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Why, Doth Satan tempt you to Wickedness? hold up this Text against the Devil, as a shield to quench his fiery darts;
Why, Does Satan tempt you to Wickedness? hold up this Text against the devil, as a shield to quench his fiery darts;
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Satan, it will go ill with the wicked; If I embrace thy temptation, I must be under thy tormenting for ever.
Satan, it will go ill with the wicked; If I embrace thy temptation, I must be under thy tormenting for ever.
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O therefore learn to be Righteous, It shall be well with the Righteous: Take heed of living and dying in sin, It shall be ill with the Wicked:
O Therefore Learn to be Righteous, It shall be well with the Righteous: Take heed of living and dying in since, It shall be ill with the Wicked:
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the God of Heaven hath said it.
the God of Heaven hath said it.
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I will conclude all, with a saying of Austin, sayes he, When a man hath been virtuous, the labour is gone, and the joy remains:
I will conclude all, with a saying of Austin, Says he, When a man hath been virtuous, the labour is gone, and the joy remains:
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when a man hath been wicked, the pleasure i• … gone, and the sting remaineth. when a man hath been wicked, the pleasure i• … gone, and the sting remains.
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Dr. Iacomb's Forenoon Sermon. JOHN 8. 29. And he that sent me, is with me: the Father hath not left me alone:
Dr. Jacomb's Forenoon Sermon. JOHN 8. 29. And he that sent me, is with me: the Father hath not left me alone:
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for I do alwayes those things that please him. THese are the words of our blessed Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ;
for I do always those things that please him. THese Are the words of our blessed Lord and Saviour jesus christ;
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they are spoken by himself, & they are spoken of himself; though yet, in a sober and modest sense, they are applicable to all his members:
they Are spoken by himself, & they Are spoken of himself; though yet, in a Sobrium and modest sense, they Are applicable to all his members:
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That which Christ here affirms, is, that the presence of God was alwayes with him; and this is first propounded, He that sent me is with me;
That which christ Here affirms, is, that the presence of God was always with him; and this is First propounded, He that sent me is with me;
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and then it is amplified, and the Father hath not left me alone: and then thirdly, the reason of this is annexed;
and then it is amplified, and the Father hath not left me alone: and then Thirdly, the reason of this is annexed;
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for I alwayes do those things that please him. I shall speak but very little of the words as they do refer to Christ;for I always do those things that please him. I shall speak but very little of the words as they do refer to christ;
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he tells us, his Father was with him;
he tells us, his Father was with him;
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he did not leave him alone in all the troubles and difficulties that he met withal in the finishing the great work of man's Redemption; still God was with him:
he did not leave him alone in all the Troubles and difficulties that he met withal in the finishing the great work of Man's Redemption; still God was with him:
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It is true, there was a time when Christ was without the sensible manifestation of his Father's presence,
It is true, there was a time when christ was without the sensible manifestation of his Father's presence,
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when he cried out, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? Why, but yet even then in truth and in reality his Father did not leave him;
when he cried out, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? Why, but yet even then in truth and in reality his Father did not leave him;
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for though he had not the evidences of his Father's presence, yet he had the influences of his Father's presence.
for though he had not the evidences of his Father's presence, yet he had the influences of his Father's presence.
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It would take up much time to shew you how in all Particulars the the Father was present with Christ:
It would take up much time to show you how in all Particulars the the Father was present with christ:
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I will only speak this one word, and instance in this one thing;
I will only speak this one word, and instance in this one thing;
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God's assisting presence was alwayes with him, both in his active, and also in his passive obedience;
God's assisting presence was always with him, both in his active, and also in his passive Obedience;
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and indeed, he had that work to do, and those miseries to suffer, that, if God had left him,
and indeed, he had that work to do, and those misery's to suffer, that, if God had left him,
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if he had not been mightily assisted by the Divine Nature, Christ as meer man could neither have done,
if he had not been mightily assisted by the Divine Nature, christ as mere man could neither have done,
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nor have suffered what he did; but the Father was with him, to support him; Isa. 42. 1. Behold my servant whom I uphold.
nor have suffered what he did; but the Father was with him, to support him; Isaiah 42. 1. Behold my servant whom I uphold.
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You shall find that Christ did act faith upon this, in Isa. 50. 7. The Lord God will help me,
You shall find that christ did act faith upon this, in Isaiah 50. 7. The Lord God will help me,
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therefore shall I not be confounded. Ver. 9. The Lord will help me. Therefore shall I not be confounded. Ver. 9. The Lord will help me.
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So to the same effect is Psal. 16. 9. And you shall find this made good to him in the Scriptures, in his greatest necessities. Take a Double Instance.
So to the same Effect is Psalm 16. 9. And you shall find this made good to him in the Scriptures, in his greatest necessities. Take a Double Instance.
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In the first place ▪ After he had been engaged in that Combat with Satan, you read of in Matth. 4. (The strongest Combat or Due• … that ever was fought;
In the First place ▪ After he had been engaged in that Combat with Satan, you read of in Matthew 4. (The Strongest Combat or Due• … that ever was fought;
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wherein you have the Prince of Peace, and the prince of darkness;
wherein you have the Prince of Peace, and the Prince of darkness;
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the Lion of the Tribe of Iudah, and the roaring lion that seeks how to devour;
the lion of the Tribe of Iudah, and the roaring Lion that seeks how to devour;
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both of them putting forth their utmost strength, and endeavouring to overcome each the other:
both of them putting forth their utmost strength, and endeavouring to overcome each the other:
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Now I say) in this Combat the Father did not leave Christ, but he helps him;
Now I say) in this Combat the Father did not leave christ, but he helps him;
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for he sends an Angel for to minister unto him, Mat. 4. 11.
for he sends an Angel for to minister unto him, Mathew 4. 11.
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So in Christ's bitter Agony in the Garden, just before his bitter passion and death upon the Cross, the Father did not leave him alone;
So in Christ's bitter Agony in the Garden, just before his bitter passion and death upon the Cross, the Father did not leave him alone;
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for he sent an Angel unto him to strengthen him, Mat. 22. 43. and so in several other places,
for he sent an Angel unto him to strengthen him, Mathew 22. 43. and so in several other places,
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and in several other things I might instance; but I shall pass this by.
and in several other things I might instance; but I shall pass this by.
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I but now, Why did the Father thus stand by Christ? he gives you the reason of it in the Text, because he alwayes did the things that pleased him:
I but now, Why did the Father thus stand by christ? he gives you the reason of it in the Text, Because he always did the things that pleased him:
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This I shall open in a double respect. First, Christ's undertaking the Work of our Redemtion:
This I shall open in a double respect. First, Christ's undertaking the Work of our Redemption:
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it was very well pleasing unto his Father, that poor lost und o• … e sinners should be brought back again unto God,
it was very well pleasing unto his Father, that poor lost and o• … e Sinners should be brought back again unto God,
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and restored unto his love and favour:
and restored unto his love and favour:
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I say, the Father was infinitely well-pleased with Christ in this undertaking, Isa. 53. 10. The pleasure of the Lrrd shall prosper in his hand;
I say, the Father was infinitely well-pleased with christ in this undertaking, Isaiah 53. 10. The pleasure of the Lord shall prosper in his hand;
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the pleasure of the Lord, that is, the Work of our Redemption; wherein God the Father took great pleasure or delight;
the pleasure of the Lord, that is, the Work of our Redemption; wherein God the Father took great pleasure or delight;
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therefore when Christ was publiquely in • … he eye of the world to enter upon this great Work, the Father sends him out with this witness, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well-pleased.
Therefore when christ was publicly in • … he eye of the world to enter upon this great Work, the Father sends him out with this witness, This is my Beloved Son, in whom I am well-pleased.
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He speaks not only of his well-pleasing to his Person, but also to his well-pleasing as to his Undertaking.
He speaks not only of his Well-pleasing to his Person, but also to his Well-pleasing as to his Undertaking.
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Secondly, as the Work it self was pleasing unto God, so Christ's managing of • … his Work was all along pleasing unto his Father:
Secondly, as the Work it self was pleasing unto God, so Christ's managing of • … his Work was all along pleasing unto his Father:
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and that doth appear in this, that Christ in all things kept to his Father's Commission, and to his Father's Command:
and that does appear in this, that christ in all things kept to his Father's Commission, and to his Father's Command:
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I say, in all things he kept to his Father's Commission; he did nothing here upon Earth, but what was within the compass of his Commission;
I say, in all things he kept to his Father's Commission; he did nothing Here upon Earth, but what was within the compass of his Commission;
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for, saith he, in the verse before the Text, I do nothing of my self, but as my Father bids me.
for, Says he, in the verse before the Text, I do nothing of my self, but as my Father bids me.
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So also he acted in conformity to his Father's Will; that was the rule and square by which Christ ordered all his actions;
So also he acted in conformity to his Father's Will; that was the Rule and square by which christ ordered all his actions;
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his eyes was still upon his Father's Will;
his eyes was still upon his Father's Will;
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whatever he willed him to do, that he did ▪ whatever he willed him to suffer, that he suffered;
whatever he willed him to do, that he did ▪ whatever he willed him to suffer, that he suffered;
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and thus he alwayes did the things that were pleasing to his Father. But I do not insist further upon the words, in this reference;
and thus he always did the things that were pleasing to his Father. But I do not insist further upon the words, in this Referente;
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For my design is to bring down the words unto our selves, to those that are the members of Christ;
For my Design is to bring down the words unto our selves, to those that Are the members of christ;
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for there is the same disposition of heart in all Believers to please God:
for there is the same disposition of heart in all Believers to please God:
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In all things to please God, this was the frame and temper and carriage of Christ:
In all things to please God, this was the frame and temper and carriage of christ:
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so it is the frame and temper of every true Believer; and this is a part of our likeness unto Christ;
so it is the frame and temper of every true Believer; and this is a part of our likeness unto christ;
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As you know there is a blessed resemblance and similitude between Christ and his Members; they have the same spirit that Christ had, only in a different proportion;
As you know there is a blessed resemblance and similitude between christ and his Members; they have the same Spirit that christ had, only in a different proportion;
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for he had it without measure; they have the same grace as Christ had for substance, though not for degree;
for he had it without measure; they have the same grace as christ had for substance, though not for degree;
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Of his fulness we all have received grace for grace; that is, as many interpret it, grace answerable unto grace:Of his fullness we all have received grace for grace; that is, as many interpret it, grace answerable unto grace:
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As the print in the wax, answers to the print in the Seal; and as face answers to face:
As the print in the wax, answers to the print in the Seal; and as face answers to face:
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so grace in believers, answers unto that grace that was in Christ:
so grace in believers, answers unto that grace that was in christ:
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They are to shew forth the vertues of Christ, 1 Pet. 2. 11. Now this was the grace,
They Are to show forth the Virtues of christ, 1 Pet. 2. 11. Now this was the grace,
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& vertue, and holiness of Christ; that He alwayes did the things that pleased his Father.
& virtue, and holiness of christ; that He always did the things that pleased his Father.
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Why this is in all believers, only with this difference; it was actual performance in the one, it is but endeavour in the other;
Why this is in all believers, only with this difference; it was actual performance in the one, it is but endeavour in the other;
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it was perfect in the one; it is sincere, but imperfect in the other. Christ alwayes did the things that pleased God;
it was perfect in the one; it is sincere, but imperfect in the other. christ always did the things that pleased God;
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a Believer endeavours alwayes to do the things that please God; he doth not alwayes do so;
a Believer endeavours always to do the things that please God; he does not always do so;
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witness David in the Case of his uncleanness, when he displeased the Lord, as it is in 2 Sam. 11. The Observation I intend to speak to, shall be this:
witness David in the Case of his uncleanness, when he displeased the Lord, as it is in 2 Sam. 11. The Observation I intend to speak to, shall be this:
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They that please God, and endeavour alwayes to do the things that please God, such God will be with: They that please God, and endeavour always to do the things that please God, such God will be with:
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such the Father will not leave alone; especially in times of suffering and trouble. (For I will bring it to that Case.)such the Father will not leave alone; especially in times of suffering and trouble. (For I will bring it to that Case.)
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Indeed God will not leave such at any time;
Indeed God will not leave such At any time;
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for that promise is exceeding full, Hebr. 13. 5. I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
for that promise is exceeding full, Hebrew 13. 5. I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
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I do not know any one promise in all the Bible, that is exprest with such an Emphasis as that Promise is;
I do not know any one promise in all the bible, that is expressed with such an Emphasis as that Promise is;
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such a multiplication of Negatives in the Original. But especially, God will not leave such in an afflicted and suffering condition.
such a multiplication of Negatives in the Original. But especially, God will not leave such in an afflicted and suffering condition.
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In the prosecuting of this, I will speak to four things:
In the prosecuting of this, I will speak to four things:
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First, I will shew you when a man may be said to do the things that please God. 2. I will confirm the truth of the Doctrine. 3. I will shew you in what respects God will be with them that desire to please him, in a suffering condition. 4. I will give you the grounds and reasons of it;
First, I will show you when a man may be said to do the things that please God. 2. I will confirm the truth of the Doctrine. 3. I will show you in what respects God will be with them that desire to please him, in a suffering condition. 4. I will give you the grounds and Reasons of it;
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and then I shall come to the Application. For the first:
and then I shall come to the Application. For the First:
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We please God in what we do, when we act, 1. In a suitableness to Gods nature:
We please God in what we do, when we act, 1. In a suitableness to God's nature:
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And 2. In subjection to Gods Law: For pleasing of God lies in these two things.
And 2. In subjection to God's Law: For pleasing of God lies in these two things.
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As that pleases a man which is suitable to his disposition, and is correspondent with his Command:
As that Pleases a man which is suitable to his disposition, and is correspondent with his Command:
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We do the things that please God, when we do that which God doth; and when we do that which God commands:
We do the things that please God, when we do that which God does; and when we do that which God commands:
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When we hate sin, as God hates sin; when we are holy, as God is holy.
When we hate since, as God hates since; when we Are holy, as God is holy.
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You shall find it in Col. 1. 10. That you may walk worthy of God, unto all well-pleasing.
You shall find it in Col. 1. 10. That you may walk worthy of God, unto all Well-pleasing.
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Observe, This walking worthy of God, is walking suitably, or walking answerably to God. Mat. 3. 8. Bring forth fruit worthy of repentance;
Observe, This walking worthy of God, is walking suitably, or walking answerably to God. Mathew 3. 8. Bring forth fruit worthy of Repentance;
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or, bring forth fruit answerable to repentance; so, to walk worthy of God, is to walk suitable to God, to his Nature:
or, bring forth fruit answerable to Repentance; so, to walk worthy of God, is to walk suitable to God, to his Nature:
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Now then, observe what follows, that you might walk worthy of God to all wellpleasing; then we please God, when we walk suitably unto God:
Now then, observe what follows, that you might walk worthy of God to all Well-pleasing; then we please God, when we walk suitably unto God:
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So also when we act in a blessed conformity to God, to his Law; for nothing can please the good God, but what is good:
So also when we act in a blessed conformity to God, to his Law; for nothing can please the good God, but what is good:
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Now the Law being the measure and standard of all goodness, nothing can be good, but what bears conformity to this Law, which is the will of God.
Now the Law being the measure and standard of all Goodness, nothing can be good, but what bears conformity to this Law, which is the will of God.
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God is well pleased, when his will is observed:
God is well pleased, when his will is observed:
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As you know, you that are Masters, your servants please you when they do your will.
As you know, you that Are Masters, your Servants please you when they do your will.
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That inference of the Apostle for this is very apposite, Rom. 8. 8. So then, they that are in the flesh cannot please God.
That Inference of the Apostle for this is very apposite, Rom. 8. 8. So then, they that Are in the Flesh cannot please God.
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What is this same inference grounded upon? because the carnal mind is enmity against God;
What is this same Inference grounded upon? Because the carnal mind is enmity against God;
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for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can; so that they that are in flesh cannot please God.for it is not Subject to the law of God, neither indeed can; so that they that Are in Flesh cannot please God.
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Why? Because there is that principle in them, as carries out a real enmity to the Law and Will of God;
Why? Because there is that principle in them, as carries out a real enmity to the Law and Will of God;
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it is as if the Apostle had said, They will not be subject to Gods will, nor obedient to Gods commands;
it is as if the Apostle had said, They will not be Subject to God's will, nor obedient to God's commands;
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there is a principle of enmity in them against these things, and so cannot please God:
there is a principle of enmity in them against these things, and so cannot please God:
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God is pleased when his will is fulfilled, and his commands observed;
God is pleased when his will is fulfilled, and his commands observed;
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to please God, is, in all things so to act, that whatever we do, we may express a likeness to Gods nature,
to please God, is, in all things so to act, that whatever we do, we may express a likeness to God's nature,
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and a blessed subjection to Gods revealed will; and this is the first thing. A second thing is the proof of the Doctrin;
and a blessed subjection to God's revealed will; and this is the First thing. A second thing is the proof of the Doctrine;
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they that thus please God, he will be with them, he will not leave them alone;
they that thus please God, he will be with them, he will not leave them alone;
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especially in an hour of tryal:
especially in an hour of trial:
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For, my brethren, assure your selves of this, That which the Father did for Christ, he will do for all his Members;
For, my brothers, assure your selves of this, That which the Father did for christ, he will do for all his Members;
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it is true, Christs sufferings, being greater than ours possibly can be, and so his relation to God being higher than ours is; (he a Son by eternal Generation, we only by Adoption) he had the presence of God in a more glorious manner then we can expect;
it is true, Christ sufferings, being greater than ours possibly can be, and so his Relation to God being higher than ours is; (he a Son by Eternal Generation, we only by Adoption) he had the presence of God in a more glorious manner then we can expect;
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but yet in our Sphere according to the measure of our trial, and according to our capacity, we shall as really have the presence of God with us, as Christ had with him;
but yet in our Sphere according to the measure of our trial, and according to our capacity, we shall as really have the presence of God with us, as christ had with him;
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that, as we are partakers of Christs sufferings, so we also shall be partakers of Christs support;
that, as we Are partakers of Christ sufferings, so we also shall be partakers of Christ support;
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He that will be present with believers in heaven, as he is with Christ, he will be present with believers here on earth,
He that will be present with believers in heaven, as he is with christ, he will be present with believers Here on earth,
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as he was with Christ in all his forrows and sufferings. Now for the confirming of this comfortable truth, I need not speak much:
as he was with christ in all his furrows and sufferings. Now for the confirming of this comfortable truth, I need not speak much:
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Many promises you have in Scrpture for it, and whatever God hath promised, he will certainly make good:
Many promises you have in Scripture for it, and whatever God hath promised, he will Certainly make good:
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Turn to that one promise instead of many, Isa. 43. 2. When thou passest through the water, I will be with thee; through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee;
Turn to that one promise instead of many, Isaiah 43. 2. When thou passest through the water, I will be with thee; through the Rivers, they shall not overflow thee;
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when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burnt, neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned, neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
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And you shall find too that the Saints have experienced it, in all ages God hath made it good.
And you shall find too that the Saints have experienced it, in all ages God hath made it good.
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Iacob was a man that met with many sharp trials, God exercised him with many troubles;Iacob was a man that met with many sharp trials, God exercised him with many Troubles;
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you shall find that when he was going to Padan-Aram, and was in a very afflicted condition, Gen. 28. 15. God comes unto him,
you shall find that when he was going to Padan-aram, and was in a very afflicted condition, Gen. 28. 15. God comes unto him,
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and saith, Behold I am with thee, Gen. 31. 5. His father frowned upon him, but the God of his fathers helped him:
and Says, Behold I am with thee, Gen. 31. 5. His father frowned upon him, but the God of his Father's helped him:
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Ioseph, ( Gen. 29. 20.) his master took him, put him into prison, a place where the Kings Prisoners were bound;Ioseph, (Gen. 29. 20.) his master took him, put him into prison, a place where the Kings Prisoners were bound;
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he was in the prison, but the Lord was with Ioseph. The Prophet Ieremy was thrown into a dungeon,
he was in the prison, but the Lord was with Ioseph. The Prophet Ieremy was thrown into a dungeon,
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but the Scripture saith, God was with him. The three Children were thrown into the Furnace of fire,
but the Scripture Says, God was with him. The three Children were thrown into the Furnace of fire,
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but there was a fourth with them, and that was the Son of God, Dan. 3. 25. Paul when he was brought to his trial, all men forsook him,
but there was a fourth with them, and that was the Son of God, Dan. 3. 25. Paul when he was brought to his trial, all men forsook him,
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but God stood by him, 2 Tim. 4. 16. So the Christians in all their sharp sufferings, 2 Cor. 4. 9. they were persecuted, but not forsaken;
but God stood by him, 2 Tim. 4. 16. So the Christians in all their sharp sufferings, 2 Cor. 4. 9. they were persecuted, but not forsaken;
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persecuted by men, but not forsaken by God.
persecuted by men, but not forsaken by God.
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God hath abundantly made out this, and doth so still, that he will never leave those alone in a time of suffering, who desire unfeignedly in all things to please God.
God hath abundantly made out this, and does so still, that he will never leave those alone in a time of suffering, who desire unfeignedly in all things to please God.
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Now the third thing is to shew you in what respects God is with such: why this presence of God is an active presence:
Now the third thing is to show you in what respects God is with such: why this presence of God is an active presence:
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God is not meerly with his people, but he is with them in an active way:
God is not merely with his people, but he is with them in an active Way:
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for this is a certain truth, God is working when the Saints are suffering, I will open this in several particulars.
for this is a certain truth, God is working when the Saints Are suffering, I will open this in several particulars.
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First, God is with such in his teaching presence. Gods correction, and Gods instruction they usually go together;
First, God is with such in his teaching presence. God's correction, and God's instruction they usually go together;
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and where there is the chastening of Gods hand, there is also the teaching of Gods Spirit, Psal. 90. 12. Blessed is the man whom thou chastenest, and whom thou teachest.
and where there is the chastening of God's hand, there is also the teaching of God's Spirit, Psalm 90. 12. Blessed is the man whom thou chastenest, and whom thou Teachest.
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Christ, though he were a Son, yet learned obedience by the things that he suffered:
christ, though he were a Son, yet learned Obedience by the things that he suffered:
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God teacheth his upright ones many lessons in a time of adversity, which they never learned in a time of prosperity.
God Teaches his upright ones many Lessons in a time of adversity, which they never learned in a time of Prosperity.
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For we are like idle boyes, or bad Scholars, that learn best when the rod is over us:
For we Are like idle boys, or bad Scholars, that Learn best when the rod is over us:
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In a prosperous condition Gods speaks to us, and we mind him not, Ier. 2. 21. I spoke to thee in thy prosperity, but thou wouldest not hear:
In a prosperous condition God's speaks to us, and we mind him not, Jeremiah 2. 21. I spoke to thee in thy Prosperity, but thou Wouldst not hear:
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and this hath been thy manner from thy youth upwards: In prosperity God speaks once and twice, as Iob speaks, but we will not hear;
and this hath been thy manner from thy youth upward: In Prosperity God speaks once and twice, as Job speaks, but we will not hear;
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but in the time of adversity God opens the ears: Iudg. 8. 16. As Gideon taught the men of Succoth with thorns and briars:
but in the time of adversity God Opens the ears: Judges 8. 16. As gideon taught the men of Succoth with thorns and briers:
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so doth God teach his people by afflictions: and oh the many blessed truths that they learn, when they are under the rod.
so does God teach his people by afflictions: and o the many blessed truths that they Learn, when they Are under the rod.
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When they want liberty, Oh what a mercy is it to have liberty then!
When they want liberty, O what a mercy is it to have liberty then!
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When they have not Ordinances as before, what a mercy is it to have Ordinances then!
When they have not Ordinances as before, what a mercy is it to have Ordinances then!
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Oh what an evill thing is it then for them, that they have departed from God ▪ God teaches them these things then:
O what an evil thing is it then for them, that they have departed from God ▪ God Teaches them these things then:
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sin is never so bitter, mercy is never so sweet, as in a time of suffering:
since is never so bitter, mercy is never so sweet, as in a time of suffering:
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Oh how vain and empty is the creature then! Oh how sweet is communion with God then!
O how vain and empty is the creature then! O how sweet is communion with God then!
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I say, such things as these God teaches then.
I say, such things as these God Teaches then.
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Secondly, God is with such in his guiding presence, Psal. 73. 24. Thou wilt guide me with thy counsel,
Secondly, God is with such in his guiding presence, Psalm 73. 24. Thou wilt guide me with thy counsel,
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and afterwards receive me unto glory. When Israel was in the Wilderness, then they had the cloud to guide them.and afterwards receive me unto glory. When Israel was in the Wilderness, then they had the cloud to guide them.
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It is a blessed thing to live under the conduct and direction of the wise God:
It is a blessed thing to live under the conduct and direction of the wise God:
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we never have so much of this as in an hour of travel:
we never have so much of this as in an hour of travel:
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indeed the people of God never flie so much to God for direction as at such a time:
indeed the people of God never fly so much to God for direction as At such a time:
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as Saul, when he was in distress, then he calls for the Ephod. And thus it is with us under affliction; then we look to God.
as Saul, when he was in distress, then he calls for the Ephod. And thus it is with us under affliction; then we look to God.
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Thirdly, God is with them in his preserving and hiding presence: God is the Saints hiding-place, their Shield, their Buckler, their Rock, their Defence:
Thirdly, God is with them in his preserving and hiding presence: God is the Saints hiding-place, their Shield, their Buckler, their Rock, their Defence:
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the Scripture-expressions are many to hold out Gods protection as to his people: God hath a constant care over them to preserve them and save them;
the Scriptural expressions Are many to hold out God's protection as to his people: God hath a constant care over them to preserve them and save them;
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oh but especially in a time of trouble: as the Mariner is never so careful of the Ship as under a storm;
o but especially in a time of trouble: as the Mariner is never so careful of the Ship as under a storm;
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So God is never so careful of his Church and people as under an affliction. Ieremy is in the Dungeon, now God saves him:
So God is never so careful of his Church and people as under an affliction. Ieremy is in the Dungeon, now God saves him:
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Daniel is in the Den, now God saves him; The three Children in the Fire, now God saves them: daniel is in the Den, now God saves him; The three Children in the Fire, now God saves them:
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Peter is in Prison, now God saves him: The Mother never tends the Child so carefully, as when the child is sick;Peter is in Prison, now God saves him: The Mother never tends the Child so carefully, as when the child is sick;
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and Providence is never so tender to the people of God, as under a suffering condition.
and Providence is never so tender to the people of God, as under a suffering condition.
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Fourthly, God is with them in his comforting presence: 2 Cor. 4. 1. Who comforteth us in all our tribulation:
Fourthly, God is with them in his comforting presence: 2 Cor. 4. 1. Who comforts us in all our tribulation:
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and usually we have most of consolation from God, when we have most of tribulation from without:
and usually we have most of consolation from God, when we have most of tribulation from without:
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as our sufferings do abound, so our consolation doth abound much more: The Child that is beaten when it is well, is cherished when it is ill:
as our sufferings do abound, so our consolation does abound much more: The Child that is beaten when it is well, is cherished when it is ill:
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when persons are sick, then you give them Cordials: God gives the best of comforts in the worst of times:
when Persons Are sick, then you give them Cordials: God gives the best of comforts in the worst of times:
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when the burden is heavy upon the back, then the peace of Conscience is great within:
when the burden is heavy upon the back, then the peace of Conscience is great within:
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the worse it is without, the better it is within: when men discover most of anger, then God discovers most of love.
the Worse it is without, the better it is within: when men discover most of anger, then God discovers most of love.
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Fifthly, God is with such in his strengthening presence, to enable them, and to support them, to undergo whatever he is pleased to call them unto:
Fifthly, God is with such in his strengthening presence, to enable them, and to support them, to undergo whatever he is pleased to call them unto:
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this is the way of our good and gracious God, he alwayes gives ou• … strength as he lays on affliction:
this is the Way of our good and gracious God, he always gives ou• … strength as he lays on affliction:
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he never leaves his Children alone in this respect: he will be with them to support them:
he never leaves his Children alone in this respect: he will be with them to support them:
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though it may be not to deliver, yet he will cerrainly be with them to support;
though it may be not to deliver, yet he will cerrainly be with them to support;
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the rod and the staff they go together, Psal. 23. 4. the afflicting rod, and the supporting staff:
the rod and the staff they go together, Psalm 23. 4. the afflicting rod, and the supporting staff:
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when one hand is upon the Saint to afflict, then the other hand is underneath the Saint to support:
when one hand is upon the Saint to afflict, then the other hand is underneath the Saint to support:
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Isai. 41. 10. I will uphold thee, I will strengthen thee; fear not, I will help thee; Isaiah 41. 10. I will uphold thee, I will strengthen thee; Fear not, I will help thee;
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yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
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This David found, I cryed unto the Lord in my distress, he answered me, and strengthened me in my inward man, Psal. 138. 3. Oh when men afflict, God supports:
This David found, I cried unto the Lord in my distress, he answered me, and strengthened me in my inward man, Psalm 138. 3. O when men afflict, God supports:
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when men put the Children of God into deep waters, then God takes them by the chin,
when men put the Children of God into deep waters, then God Takes them by the chin,
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and holds them up, that they shall not sink and be drowned. Sixthly, God is with them in his sympathizing presence:
and holds them up, that they shall not sink and be drowned. Sixthly, God is with them in his sympathizing presence:
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Oh he hath a tender sense of all the sorrows and calamities of his people! Oh it grieves him when they are grieved!
O he hath a tender sense of all the sorrows and calamities of his people! O it grieves him when they Are grieved!
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they that touch them, touch the Apple of his eye:
they that touch them, touch the Apple of his eye:
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in all afflictions he is afflicted, Saul, Saul, Why persecutest thou me? Every blow that is given to them, God bears a part of it himself:
in all afflictions he is afflicted, Saul, Saul, Why Persecutest thou me? Every blow that is given to them, God bears a part of it himself:
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As they are sensible of Gods dishonour, so God is sensible of their sufferings;
As they Are sensible of God's dishonour, so God is sensible of their sufferings;
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it pains him to the heart to see his Children wronged and abused by a malicious world.
it pains him to the heart to see his Children wronged and abused by a malicious world.
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Seventhly, He is with them by his sanctifying presence: all their troubles are to do them good, and to make them good:
Seventhly, He is with them by his sanctifying presence: all their Troubles Are to do them good, and to make them good:
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and therefore the furnace it is but to refine them from their dross: the pruning hook of affliction, is but to cut off their luxuriant branches:
and Therefore the furnace it is but to refine them from their dross: the pruning hook of affliction, is but to Cut off their luxuriant branches:
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God takes the sharp knife into his hand and lances them, but it is only to fetch out their corruption:
God Takes the sharp knife into his hand and lances them, but it is only to fetch out their corruption:
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By this shall the iniquity of Iacob be purged, and this is all the fruit to take away his sin. By this shall the iniquity of Iacob be purged, and this is all the fruit to take away his since.
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Eighthly, God is with them by his quickening presence, to make their Prayers more servent, to make their requests to the throne of Grace more importunate.
Eighthly, God is with them by his quickening presence, to make their Prayers more servient, to make their requests to the throne of Grace more importunate.
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The children of God cry most to him when they suffer most from men, and their prayers are best when their condition is worst:
The children of God cry most to him when they suffer most from men, and their Prayers Are best when their condition is worst:
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Prayer shortens affliction, and affliction heightens Prayer: God is with them to hear their Prayers. Oh the Prayer of the afflicted that comes up to Heaven!
Prayer shortens affliction, and affliction heightens Prayer: God is with them to hear their Prayers. O the Prayer of the afflicted that comes up to Heaven!
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God hears the sighs and g• … ones of his oppressed ones, their tears pierce the Heavens, they call upon God in time of trouble,
God hears the sighs and g• … ones of his oppressed ones, their tears pierce the Heavens, they call upon God in time of trouble,
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and pour out their sorrows before the Lord, and he doth hear them.
and pour out their sorrows before the Lord, and he does hear them.
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Ninthly, God is with them by his raising presence, to raise up their hearts higher, to elevate their souls,
Ninthly, God is with them by his raising presence, to raise up their hearts higher, to elevate their Souls,
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and bring them more near to himself.
and bring them more near to himself.
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Gods people when they meet with troubles in the world, oh nothing so sweet unto them as the enjoyment of God:
God's people when they meet with Troubles in the world, o nothing so sweet unto them as the enjoyment of God:
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then no life so sweet unto them as the life of faith; then they relish a sweetness in the promise:
then no life so sweet unto them as the life of faith; then they relish a sweetness in the promise:
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then every smile of God, oh how welcome is it! then all the affections of their souls center in God, and run to God:
then every smile of God, o how welcome is it! then all the affections of their Souls centre in God, and run to God:
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as in winter time all the sap of the tree runs to the root:
as in winter time all the sap of the tree runs to the root:
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in summer time it spreads it self in the body, but in the winter it goes to the root:
in summer time it spreads it self in the body, but in the winter it Goes to the root:
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when a man is sick ▪ all the blood goes to the heart: so, in a suffering condition all the affections of the soul go to God.
when a man is sick ▪ all the blood Goes to the heart: so, in a suffering condition all the affections of the soul go to God.
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But now what are the Reasons why God will not leave his people that thus desire to please him?
But now what Are the Reasons why God will not leave his people that thus desire to please him?
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Why, 1. God loves them, therefore he will not leave them; persons we love, we cannot leave:
Why, 1. God loves them, Therefore he will not leave them; Persons we love, we cannot leave:
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especially when they are in a distressed condition;
especially when they Are in a distressed condition;
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and as God hath set his love upon them, so they have set their love upon God, they love God.
and as God hath Set his love upon them, so they have Set their love upon God, they love God.
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Psal. 91. 15. you h• … ve there an expression, Because he hath set his love upon m• …, therefore I will deliver him: Psalm 91. 15. you h• … we there an expression, Because he hath Set his love upon m• …, Therefore I will deliver him:
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he shall call upon me, and I will answer him, I will be with him in trouble. he shall call upon me, and I will answer him, I will be with him in trouble.
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God is • … God of bowels, of great pity and compassion, and therefore he will not leave his people in a time of distress:
God is • … God of bowels, of great pity and compassion, and Therefore he will not leave his people in a time of distress:
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you know bowels how they stand in you towards them that are in misery; it goes to the heart of a mercifull man, to leave a person in misery:
you know bowels how they stand in you towards them that Are in misery; it Goes to the heart of a merciful man, to leave a person in misery:
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Oh how great are the bowels and compassions of God Is Ephraim my son, is he a pleasant childe? Oh, my bowels are turned within me, I will have mercy on him.
O how great Are the bowels and compassions of God Is Ephraim my son, is he a pleasant child? O, my bowels Are turned within me, I will have mercy on him.
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2. Such as please God shall have his presence under suffering, because now they need God most:
2. Such as please God shall have his presence under suffering, Because now they need God most:
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if God will not leave his people as to temporal supplies, because they need such and such things;
if God will not leave his people as to temporal supplies, Because they need such and such things;
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they need meat, and they need cloathing:
they need meat, and they need clothing:
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surely much more God will not leave his children as to spiritual supplies, under times of distress, because then they need God.
surely much more God will not leave his children as to spiritual supplies, under times of distress, Because then they need God.
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Oh what can a Believer do, or what can a Believer suffer when God leaves him? his strength is in God, his support is in God, his comfort is in God;
O what can a Believer do, or what can a Believer suffer when God leaves him? his strength is in God, his support is in God, his Comfort is in God;
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his All is in God, and therefore if God now leave him, what will become of him? he needs God at all times,
his All is in God, and Therefore if God now leave him, what will become of him? he needs God At all times,
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but never so much as when his condition is dark and troubled What was Sampson, that man of so great strength,
but never so much as when his condition is dark and troubled What was Sampson, that man of so great strength,
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when his hair was gone? And what is a Believer when his God is gone?
when his hair was gone? And what is a Believer when his God is gone?
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3. God loves to see his people chearfull in a time of suffering ▪ and therefore he is with them;
3. God loves to see his people cheerful in a time of suffering ▪ and Therefore he is with them;
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he loves not that they should walk dejectedly. When God is present, Paul and Silas can sing in prison:
he loves not that they should walk dejectedly. When God is present, Paul and Silas can sing in prison:
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the Apostles can rejoyce, that God honours them to be reproached for him.
the Apostles can rejoice, that God honours them to be reproached for him.
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When God is present, the people of God are not only che• … rfull under tribulation, but can glory: their Cross is their Crown:
When God is present, the people of God Are not only che• … rfull under tribulation, but can glory: their Cross is their Crown:
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but if God be withdrawn, what can there be? drooping hearts, and pensive sorrows. 4. God will not leave them, because they will not leave God:
but if God be withdrawn, what can there be? drooping hearts, and pensive sorrows. 4. God will not leave them, Because they will not leave God:
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God will not leave them because they suffer for his sake:
God will not leave them Because they suffer for his sake:
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were they not tender of Gods glory, and carefull to please him, they might be free from suffering as well as others;
were they not tender of God's glory, and careful to please him, they might be free from suffering as well as Others;
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but it is for Gods sake they suffer; For thy sake, we are killed like sheep all the day long.
but it is for God's sake they suffer; For thy sake, we Are killed like sheep all the day long.
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Lastly ▪ It is thus, because God will make it appear to all the World, that he puts a difference between them that desire to please him, and other men:
Lastly ▪ It is thus, Because God will make it appear to all the World, that he puts a difference between them that desire to please him, and other men:
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God hath a value for such:
God hath a valve for such:
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Do but see how Moses argues the case with God ( Exod. 33. 13.) and so on, where he comes to God with a great request, that God should shew him his way that he might know it:
Do but see how Moses argues the case with God (Exod 33. 13.) and so on, where he comes to God with a great request, that God should show him his Way that he might know it:
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Why saith God to him, My presence shall go with thee.
Why Says God to him, My presence shall go with thee.
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Moses said unto him, It is well thou art pleased to promise so great a mercy;Moses said unto him, It is well thou art pleased to promise so great a mercy;
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If thy presence go not with me, carry us not hence: If thy presence go not with me, carry us not hence:
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for wherein shall it be known that I and thy people have found grace in thy sight? Is it not in this, that thou goest with us? Observe ▪ Moses pleads with God,for wherein shall it be known that I and thy people have found grace in thy sighed? Is it not in this, that thou goest with us? Observe ▪ Moses pleads with God,
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How his favour and love, and mercy, should be with them, unless he were present with them? And so God, he walks with his people in trouble;
How his favour and love, and mercy, should be with them, unless he were present with them? And so God, he walks with his people in trouble;
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for how should the world see that God regarded them, and did favour them, unless he manifested his presence unto them in a time of trouble and affliction?
for how should the world see that God regarded them, and did favour them, unless he manifested his presence unto them in a time of trouble and affliction?
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Dr. Iacomb 's Afternoon Sermon. JOHN 8. 29. And he that sent me, is with me:
Dr. Iacomb is Afternoon Sermon. JOHN 8. 29. And he that sent me, is with me:
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the Father hath not left me alone: for I do alwayes those things that please him.
the Father hath not left me alone: for I do always those things that please him.
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I Was upon these words in the morning;
I Was upon these words in the morning;
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having spoken something to them as they referre to Christ who spake them here of himself:
having spoken something to them as they refer to christ who spoke them Here of himself:
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I then brought them down to his Members, Believers:
I then brought them down to his Members, Believers:
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and so propounded this Observation from them, That whoever they are that desire to please God, to do the things that are pleasing to him, God will be with such, end the Father will not leave such al• … ne especially in a time of suffering and trouble.
and so propounded this Observation from them, That whoever they Are that desire to please God, to do the things that Are pleasing to him, God will be with such, end the Father will not leave such al• … ne especially in a time of suffering and trouble.
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In the prosecuting of this point I spake to four things, which I shal not now repeat,
In the prosecuting of this point I spoke to four things, which I shall not now repeat,
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but come to the mark which I intend at present; & that is to make some Application.
but come to the mark which I intend At present; & that is to make Some Application.
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1. Let me endeavour to prevail with every one of you, so to carry your selves in your several places and capacities, that whatever you do, you may please God.
1. Let me endeavour to prevail with every one of you, so to carry your selves in your several places and capacities, that whatever you do, you may please God.
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It was a blessed testimony that was given of Enoch, Before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God.
It was a blessed testimony that was given of Enoch, Before his Translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God.
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Oh how happy will they be at the great day of Judgement, who shall be singled out by Christ, before Angels and Men;
O how happy will they be At the great day of Judgement, who shall be singled out by christ, before Angels and Men;
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and Christ shall say of them, This was the Man, or this was the Woman that pleased God! There is a great deal of pleasing in the World,
and christ shall say of them, This was the Man, or this was the Woman that pleased God! There is a great deal of pleasing in the World,
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but there are 〈 ◊ 〉 very few that make this their business, to please God;
but there Are 〈 ◊ 〉 very few that make this their business, to please God;
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therefore I would have you shun that which is sinfull, and press after that which is matter of Duty.
Therefore I would have you shun that which is sinful, and press After that which is matter of Duty.
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1. There are some that mind nothing but to please themselves, to promote their own interest, to love their own ease, to indulge themselves in their own carnal delights;
1. There Are Some that mind nothing but to please themselves, to promote their own Interest, to love their own ease, to indulge themselves in their own carnal delights;
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but they never mind the good of others, or the pleasing of God; the Apostle speaks of and against these, Rom. 15. 1, 2, 3. 2. There are others that look no further than the pleasing of men;
but they never mind the good of Others, or the pleasing of God; the Apostle speaks of and against these, Rom. 15. 1, 2, 3. 2. There Are Others that look no further than the pleasing of men;
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if they can but keep fair with men, and shun the displeasure of men, that is all they aim at:
if they can but keep fair with men, and shun the displeasure of men, that is all they aim At:
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but, my Brethren, what a poor thing is it to please man, and displease God? what a poor thing is it to have Man to be our Friend,
but, my Brothers, what a poor thing is it to please man, and displease God? what a poor thing is it to have Man to be our Friend,
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and God to be our Enemy? to have the smiles of a poor dying perishing Worm,
and God to be our Enemy? to have the smiles of a poor dying perishing Worm,
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and to lye under the frowns of the great God?
and to lie under the frowns of the great God?
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Indeed, there is a good pleasing of men, to please them for their Edification, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 15. 2. and so the Apostle speaks of himself, 1 Cor. 10. 32. Even as I please all men in all things, that is, in all things that are of an indifferent nature, not simply civil,
Indeed, there is a good pleasing of men, to please them for their Edification, as the Apostle speaks, Rom. 15. 2. and so the Apostle speaks of himself, 1 Cor. 10. 32. Even as I please all men in all things, that is, in all things that Are of an indifferent nature, not simply civil,
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nor simply good, in all such things.
nor simply good, in all such things.
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This Apostle was of a yielding and complying spirit, that he might thereby the better insinuate himself into the affections of men,
This Apostle was of a yielding and complying Spirit, that he might thereby the better insinuate himself into the affections of men,
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and be more instrumental to the glory of God in the work of the Gospel, 1 Cor. 9. 22. To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak;
and be more instrumental to the glory of God in the work of the Gospel, 1 Cor. 9. 22. To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak;
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I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some;
I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save Some;
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and this I do for the Gospel sake. and this I do for the Gospel sake.
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But now in matter of Duty, such things as are expresly determined by God, and so are either good or evil;
But now in matter of Duty, such things as Are expressly determined by God, and so Are either good or evil;
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in these things the Apostle would be no pleaser of men:
in these things the Apostle would be no pleaser of men:
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If I should please men, I should not be the servant of Christ, Gal. 1. 10. It is good to please other• … to their Edification;If I should please men, I should not be the servant of christ, Gal. 1. 10. It is good to please other• … to their Edification;
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but we must not please others to their own ruine and condemnation; It is good to please men, when we can so do, and not grieve God.
but we must not please Others to their own ruin and condemnation; It is good to please men, when we can so do, and not grieve God.
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Instead of pleasing men, let it be your constant care & best endeavour in all things to please God:
Instead of pleasing men, let it be your constant care & best endeavour in all things to please God:
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my Brethren, this is a duty of so great importance, that, was I now to take my leave of you,
my Brothers, this is a duty of so great importance, that, was I now to take my leave of you,
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and should certainly know that I should never speak to you more ▪ as we are come very near to that;
and should Certainly know that I should never speak to you more ▪ as we Are come very near to that;
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for though I speak to you as a living man, yet I speak to you as a dying Minister, this, I say, is a duty of that weight and importance, that I know not what to press upon you more material then this;
for though I speak to you as a living man, yet I speak to you as a dying Minister, this, I say, is a duty of that weight and importance, that I know not what to press upon you more material then this;
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consult but two places of Scripture, Col. 1. For this cause we do not cease to pray for you:
consult but two places of Scripture, Col. 1. For this cause we do not cease to pray for you:
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What was the thing the Apostle in this his constant Prayer did begg of God for them? It was this, That they might please God;
What was the thing the Apostle in this his constant Prayer did beg of God for them? It was this, That they might please God;
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and when he was taking his leave in the winding up of his Epistle to the Hebrews, Now the God of peace that brought again from the dead our Lord Iesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight.
and when he was taking his leave in the winding up of his Epistle to the Hebrews, Now the God of peace that brought again from the dead our Lord Iesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting Covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is Well-pleasing in his sighed.
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I need not go beyond the Text for Motives to stirre you up to these Endeavours: For
I need not go beyond the Text for Motives to stir you up to these Endeavours: For
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( Motive 1.) First, Consider what that God is which I would have you endeavour to please;
(Motive 1.) First, Consider what that God is which I would have you endeavour to please;
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He is that God which made Heaven and Earth;
He is that God which made Heaven and Earth;
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that God before whom all this World is as nothing, but as a little dust in the ballance,
that God before whom all this World is as nothing, but as a little dust in the balance,
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and as a drop of water to the bucket; that God whom Angels adore and worship;
and as a drop of water to the bucket; that God whom Angels adore and worship;
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that God who by a word from his mouth is able to bring the whole Universe into nothing.
that God who by a word from his Mouth is able to bring the Whole Universe into nothing.
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Will not you study to please this God? But further consider what this God is to you:
Will not you study to please this God? But further Consider what this God is to you:
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He is the fountain of your being; he is the God of all your mercies; he is your Creator and Soveraign;
He is the fountain of your being; he is the God of all your Mercies; he is your Creator and Sovereign;
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he is your Maker & Law-giver.
he is your Maker & Lawgiver.
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It is he that by a smile can make you happy, and by a frown can make you miserable;
It is he that by a smile can make you happy, and by a frown can make you miserable;
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it is he that hath Heaven and Hell at his disposal, who openeth and none can shut ▪ who shuts and none can open.
it is he that hath Heaven and Hell At his disposal, who Openeth and none can shut ▪ who shuts and none can open.
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He that must iudg every one of you either to eternal blessedness, or else ▪ to eternal torments;
He that must judge every one of you either to Eternal blessedness, or Else ▪ to Eternal torments;
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it is he in whose hands your breath, your life, your soul, your All is;
it is he in whose hands your breath, your life, your soul, your All is;
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will you not endeavour to please this God? as the Prophet argueth in point of fear, Isa. 51. 12. Who art thou that art afraid of a man that shall die,
will you not endeavour to please this God? as the Prophet argue in point of Fear, Isaiah 51. 12. Who art thou that art afraid of a man that shall die,
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or of the Son of man that shall be made as grass, and forgettest the Lord thy maker? Oh poor Creature, Who ar• … thou that goest about to please a mortal dying man,or of the Son of man that shall be made as grass, and forgettest the Lord thy maker? O poor Creature, Who ar• … thou that goest about to please a Mortal dying man,
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and dost not go about to please the Great God, thy Creator and Soveraign! 2. Consider that relation wherein you profess your selves to stand to God; he is your Master; you his Servants;
and dost not go about to please the Great God, thy Creator and Sovereign! 2. Consider that Relation wherein you profess your selves to stand to God; he is your Master; you his Servants;
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he is your Father, you his Children; he is your Lord, you his Subjects:
he is your Father, you his Children; he is your Lord, you his Subject's:
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You know all that are in close Relations, will study to please them that are above them,
You know all that Are in close Relations, will study to please them that Are above them,
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as the Servant his master, the child his father, the subject his Prince;
as the Servant his master, the child his father, the Subject his Prince;
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All persons that are in a state of inferiority, will study to please their Superiours, especially when they do depend upon them.
All Persons that Are in a state of inferiority, will study to please their Superiors, especially when they do depend upon them.
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Oh! how infinitely is God above those Relations!
Oh! how infinitely is God above those Relations!
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Alas, there is but a very little distance betwixt you and your Servants, and yet you expect they should please you;
Alas, there is but a very little distance betwixt you and your Servants, and yet you expect they should please you;
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will you not therefore please God? especially considering your dependance upon him. 3. You shall not lose by pleasing God;
will you not Therefore please God? especially considering your dependence upon him. 3. You shall not loose by pleasing God;
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that is enough to put us upon this; He that pleaseth God, profiteth himself; in that very act wherein we please God, we profit our selves:
that is enough to put us upon this; He that Pleases God, profiteth himself; in that very act wherein we please God, we profit our selves:
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Men can do but little for us, and yet upon what they can do, we study to please them.
Men can do but little for us, and yet upon what they can do, we study to please them.
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Let me open this in a few particulars:
Let me open this in a few particulars:
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1. If you will sincerely endeavour in all things to please God, God will give you a gracious return to all your prayers.
1. If you will sincerely endeavour in all things to please God, God will give you a gracious return to all your Prayers.
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Oh what a mercy is this for a man to have his prayers answered by God! 1 Joh. 3. 22. Whatever we ask, we receive of him,
O what a mercy is this for a man to have his Prayers answered by God! 1 John 3. 22. Whatever we ask, we receive of him,
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because we keep his commandements, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight. Because we keep his Commandments, and do those things that Are pleasing in his sighed.
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Never expect that God should hear any Prayers, if we do not endeavour to do those things that please him.
Never expect that God should hear any Prayers, if we do not endeavour to do those things that please him.
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2. Do you please God, and he will please you; Mercy pleaseth us, and Duty pleaseth God.
2. Do you please God, and he will please you; Mercy Pleases us, and Duty Pleases God.
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Now when we please God in a way of Duty, he will please us in a way of Mercy:
Now when we please God in a Way of Duty, he will please us in a Way of Mercy:
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If we order our wayes so as to please God, he will order his wayes so as to please us.
If we order our ways so as to please God, he will order his ways so as to please us.
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3. Great is the benefit of pleasing God, even as to men;
3. Great is the benefit of pleasing God, even as to men;
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and this Solomon sets before you, Prov. 16. 7. When a mans wayes please the Lord, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him;
and this Solomon sets before you, Curae 16. 7. When a men ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be At peace with him;
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and he hath such another expression, Prov. 22. 11. He that loveth pureness of heart, the King shall be his Friend:
and he hath such Another expression, Curae 22. 11. He that loves pureness of heart, the King shall be his Friend:
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the meaning of this Scripture is this, When we keep close to God, and walk in complyance with his will,
the meaning of this Scripture is this, When we keep close to God, and walk in compliance with his will,
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and make it our great design to please him, He will give us to find favour in the eyes of men:
and make it our great Design to please him, He will give us to find favour in the eyes of men:
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He that maketh God his Friend, God will make that mans Enemies to be his Friends.
He that makes God his Friend, God will make that men Enemies to be his Friends.
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Men are possibly full of anger, revenge, and exasperation: be it so; do you desire to please God ▪ God can turn their hearts towards you;
Men Are possibly full of anger, revenge, and exasperation: be it so; do you desire to please God ▪ God can turn their hearts towards you;
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God can sweeten them in their spirits, and take away that venome that is in them:
God can sweeten them in their spirits, and take away that venom that is in them:
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so you know he did in the case of Esau to his Brother Iacob. 4. This is the way to Heaven and Happiness;
so you know he did in the case of Esau to his Brother Iacob. 4. This is the Way to Heaven and Happiness;
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God will be pleased before the Sinner shal be saved Heb. 11. Enoch before his translation had this testimony that he pleased God;
God will be pleased before the Sinner shall be saved Hebrew 11. Enoch before his Translation had this testimony that he pleased God;
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there is no way to Heaven but by this way: the Child pleaseth the Father, and then the Father giveth him the Inheritance. So it is here.
there is no Way to Heaven but by this Way: the Child Pleases the Father, and then the Father gives him the Inheritance. So it is Here.
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5. Let me return to the argument in the Text ▪ God will never 〈 ◊ 〉 them alone, that desire sincerely to please him.
5. Let me return to the argument in the Text ▪ God will never 〈 ◊ 〉 them alone, that desire sincerely to please him.
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〈 ◊ 〉 this should be a very prevailing Motive to you ▪ 〈 ◊ 〉 now;
〈 ◊ 〉 this should be a very prevailing Motive to you ▪ 〈 ◊ 〉 now;
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Please God, and he will never leave you, no not in a time of distress and trouble.
Please God, and he will never leave you, no not in a time of distress and trouble.
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Here is the great difference betwixt a faithfull God, and a false Man. In time of trouble & adversity men leave us & forsake us;
Here is the great difference betwixt a faithful God, and a false Man. In time of trouble & adversity men leave us & forsake us;
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in time of prosperity then they flatter as, and preten• … a great deal of friendship and kindness:
in time of Prosperity then they flatter as, and preten• … a great deal of friendship and kindness:
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But as no man looks upon the Dial when the Sun is under a cloud; so these very men that pretend so much of Kindness and friendship;
But as no man looks upon the Dial when the Sun is under a cloud; so these very men that pretend so much of Kindness and friendship;
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if so be we do but come under a frown, or into trouble, then their Friendship and Kindness is at an end,
if so be we do but come under a frown, or into trouble, then their Friendship and Kindness is At an end,
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as Paul said, No man stood by him when he came to be tried before Nero; all men forsook him,
as Paul said, No man stood by him when he Come to be tried before Nero; all men forsook him,
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but God did not forsake him.
but God did not forsake him.
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The Wiseman hath an expression, Prov. 17. 17. A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity;
The Wiseman hath an expression, Curae 17. 17. A friend loves At all times, and a brother is born for adversity;
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But where shall we find such a friend? and indeed where shall we find such a brother? But now if you will please God, God will stand by you when all men leave you;
But where shall we find such a friend? and indeed where shall we find such a brother? But now if you will please God, God will stand by you when all men leave you;
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When you have the greatest need of God, he will then stand by you; If you be in a Prison, he will be with you;
When you have the greatest need of God, he will then stand by you; If you be in a Prison, he will be with you;
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If you be banished, he will be with you:
If you be banished, he will be with you:
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If Sin doth not part God and you, certainly no Affliction shall part God and you. Study to please God;
If since does not part God and you, Certainly no Affliction shall part God and you. Study to please God;
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Oh, is it not a sad thing for God to leave you? that is the saddest of all;
O, is it not a sad thing for God to leave you? that is the Saddest of all;
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when we lose God, we lose all, Hos. 9. 12. Wo unto them when I depart from them.
when we loose God, we loose all, Hos. 9. 12. Woe unto them when I depart from them.
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What are all your mercies if God leave you? no more than if a man should have a fair pleasant House,
What Are all your Mercies if God leave you? no more than if a man should have a fair pleasant House,
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and never see the Sun more. Oh do the things that alwayes please the Lord, and he will never leave you;
and never see the Sun more. O doe the things that always please the Lord, and he will never leave you;
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under mercies, under afflictions, he will be with you, and then your mercies shall be very sweet,
under Mercies, under afflictions, he will be with you, and then your Mercies shall be very sweet,
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and your afflictions shall not be very bitter;
and your afflictions shall not be very bitter;
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You know how earnest Moses was Num. 10. 31. with his Father in law, Hobab the Midianite, Leave us not I pray thee,
You know how earnest Moses was Num. 10. 31. with his Father in law, Hobab the Midianite, Leave us not I pray thee,
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forasmuch as thou knowest how we are to encamp in the wilderness, and thou maist be to us as eyes. forasmuch as thou Knowest how we Are to encamp in the Wilderness, and thou Mayest be to us as eyes.
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Oh keep God to you, especially when you are entering into the wilderness of trouble, God will be to you instead of eyes;
O keep God to you, especially when you Are entering into the Wilderness of trouble, God will be to you instead of eyes;
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he will be your Counsellor, your Comforter, your Guide, your Treasurer, your Portion, your All. I might add one thing more in the last place.
he will be your Counsellor, your Comforter, your Guide, your Treasurer, your Portion, your All. I might add one thing more in the last place.
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Study to please God, because he is so easie to be pleased;
Study to please God, Because he is so easy to be pleased;
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this is a motive to us to endeavour to please those persons who are easie to be pleased;
this is a motive to us to endeavour to please those Persons who Are easy to be pleased;
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a Child that hath a Father that is easie to be pleased, a Servant that hath a Master that is easie to be pleased, will study to please them.
a Child that hath a Father that is easy to be pleased, a Servant that hath a Master that is easy to be pleased, will study to please them.
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Sincerity pleaseth God, though in the midst of much infirmity;
Sincerity Pleases God, though in the midst of much infirmity;
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He is so gracious and merciful, that whensoever a poor sinner doth but desire to please God, he will accept of those desires;
He is so gracious and merciful, that whensoever a poor sinner does but desire to please God, he will accept of those Desires;
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If we can but please God, it is no great matter whether we please men or not.
If we can but please God, it is no great matter whither we please men or not.
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I shall conclude this branch with 1 Thes. 4. 1. We beseech you brethren, and exhort you in the Lord Iesus, that as you have received of us how you ought to walk and please God, that you would abound more and more. Use. By way of direction:
I shall conclude this branch with 1 Thebes 4. 1. We beseech you brothers, and exhort you in the Lord Iesus, that as you have received of us how you ought to walk and please God, that you would abound more and more. Use. By Way of direction:
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I should here shew you how you are to please God.
I should Here show you how you Are to please God.
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I told you in general in the morning this pleasing of God lieth in two things. 1. In suitableness to his Nature. 2. In subjection to his Law.
I told you in general in the morning this pleasing of God lies in two things. 1. In suitableness to his Nature. 2. In subjection to his Law.
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If you would please God in all your Actions, look to this, That what you do, may bear some resemblance to his Nature,
If you would please God in all your Actions, look to this, That what you do, may bear Some resemblance to his Nature,
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and hold forth obedience to his Law. Consult the Will of God, and in all things act in conformity to that Will;
and hold forth Obedience to his Law. Consult the Will of God, and in all things act in conformity to that Will;
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do not allow your selves in the Commission of any known sin, for that will certainly displease God;
do not allow your selves in the Commission of any known since, for that will Certainly displease God;
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as it was said of David when he took Bathsheba to Wife; but, saith the Text, The thing displeased the Lord.
as it was said of David when he took Bathsheba to Wife; but, Says the Text, The thing displeased the Lord.
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Do not bauk any known duty, for that will displease God. In a word, be holy in all manner of Conversation.
Do not bauk any known duty, for that will displease God. In a word, be holy in all manner of Conversation.
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This being too general, I shall not insist upon it; only in a word, more particularly,
This being too general, I shall not insist upon it; only in a word, more particularly,
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Do those things now, make Conscience of those Duties which now lie upon you, in the doing of which you will certainly please God:
Do those things now, make Conscience of those Duties which now lie upon you, in the doing of which you will Certainly please God:
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And they are such as these: Be stedfast in the good wayes of God;
And they Are such as these: Be steadfast in the good ways of God;
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in the midst of a backsliding and apostatizing age, stand fast to the law of God, Phil. 4. 1. Contend for the faith which is delivered to the Saints, (the 3d. Verse of the Epistle of Iude. )
in the midst of a backsliding and apostatizing age, stand fast to the law of God, Philip 4. 1. Contend for the faith which is Delivered to the Saints, (the 3d. Verse of the Epistle of Iude.)
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Be not ashamed to own Christ before all the World;
Be not ashamed to own christ before all the World;
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if you be ashamed of him on Earth, he will be ashamed of you in heaven;
if you be ashamed of him on Earth, he will be ashamed of you in heaven;
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and wo be to that Sinner whom Christ is ashamed to own.
and woe be to that Sinner whom christ is ashamed to own.
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Reckon Reproaches for the Name of Christ better than the Pleasure of sin that is but for season.
Reckon Reproaches for the Name of christ better than the Pleasure of since that is but for season.
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When God calleth you to it, assert the purity and spirituality of Gospel-worship; Do not place Religion in a few Shadows where the Substance is neglected;
When God calls you to it, assert the purity and spirituality of Gospel worship; Do not place Religion in a few Shadows where the Substance is neglected;
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but chiefly mind Self-denial, Mortification, Crucifixion to the World, keeping up close Communion with God. Love the people of God, whatever the World say or think of thee;
but chiefly mind Self-denial, Mortification, Crucifixion to the World, keeping up close Communion with God. Love the people of God, whatever the World say or think of thee;
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for God is highly pleased when he seeth his Children loved. Keep up Religion in your Families, whatever scorn or contempt is cast upon you.
for God is highly pleased when he sees his Children loved. Keep up Religion in your Families, whatever scorn or contempt is cast upon you.
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Oh that you would labour to be of Abrahams spirit;
O that you would labour to be of Abrahams Spirit;
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I know, saith God, he will command his Children and his Houshold after him, and they shall keep the way of the Lord, Gen. 18. 19.I know, Says God, he will command his Children and his Household After him, and they shall keep the Way of the Lord, Gen. 18. 19.
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I do not know any one better means for the keeping up of Religion in this Nation,
I do not know any one better means for the keeping up of Religion in this nation,
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than for Masters of Families to be consciencious in the discharging of this Duty. Be good in bad times;
than for Masters of Families to be conscientious in the discharging of this Duty. Be good in bad times;
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be Patterns of good works to those that shall behold you. Let no Reproach or Obloquy make you to abate your exact walking with God;
be Patterns of good works to those that shall behold you. Let no Reproach or Obloquy make you to abate your exact walking with God;
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whatever you meet withall in the wayes of Holiness and a strict life, say, If this be to be vile, I will be more vile.
whatever you meet withal in the ways of Holiness and a strict life, say, If this be to be vile, I will be more vile.
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Make Conscience of a strict observation of the Lord's day; take heed of that Sacriledge of stealing away holy time;
Make Conscience of a strict observation of the Lord's day; take heed of that Sacrilege of stealing away holy time;
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of prostituting that to common and civil use, which is impropriated and dedicated to the service of God.
of prostituting that to Common and civil use, which is impropriated and dedicated to the service of God.
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Pray for, and love, all those that have been instrumental for your spiritual good in the work of the Ministry, whatever dirt is now thrown in their Faces,
Pray for, and love, all those that have been instrumental for your spiritual good in the work of the Ministry, whatever dirt is now thrown in their Faces,
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and though you never get more good by them.
and though you never get more good by them.
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Forget not to distribute to the necessities of God's people, that are many of them in a low condition;
Forget not to distribute to the necessities of God's people, that Are many of them in a low condition;
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for this is a sacrifice of a sweet Odour, and well-pleasing to him. Carry your selves with all Patience and Christian Meekness towards them that wrong you:
for this is a sacrifice of a sweet Odour, and Well-pleasing to him. Carry your selves with all Patience and Christian Meekness towards them that wrong you:
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Pray for them that are your Enemies; and when you are reviled, revile not again; but commit your selves to that God which judgeth Righteously.
Pray for them that Are your Enemies; and when you Are reviled, revile not again; but commit your selves to that God which Judgeth Righteously.
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Do your Duty to Superiours, and to those that are in Authority.
Do your Duty to Superiors, and to those that Are in authority.
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So carry your selves, that it may be with you as it was with Daniel; they had nothing against him, saving in the matter of his God.
So carry your selves, that it may be with you as it was with daniel; they had nothing against him, Saving in the matter of his God.
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Bauk not any Duty for Suffering: Chuse the greatest of Suffering, before the least of Sin.
Bauk not any Duty for Suffering: Choose the greatest of Suffering, before the least of Sin.
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In a word, So walk as it becometh the Gospel:
In a word, So walk as it Becometh the Gospel:
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And finally, I speak to you, as the Apostle spake to them, Phil. 2. 16. Holding forth the word of life, that I may rejoyce in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, nor laboured in vain.
And finally, I speak to you, as the Apostle spoke to them, Philip 2. 16. Holding forth the word of life, that I may rejoice in the day of christ, that I have not run in vain, nor laboured in vain.
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The third Use is for comfort, to all those that do cónscienciously endeavour in all things to please God;
The third Use is for Comfort, to all those that do cónscienciously endeavour in all things to please God;
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the comfort lies in this, you may suffer; but whenever you suffer, the Father will not leave you alone;
the Comfort lies in this, you may suffer; but whenever you suffer, the Father will not leave you alone;
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pleasing of God does not secure a man from suffering from men, sometimes it rather exposes a man to suffer from men:
pleasing of God does not secure a man from suffering from men, sometime it rather exposes a man to suffer from men:
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But now, though it does not prevent suffering, yet it takes away the sting and venome of suffering;
But now, though it does not prevent suffering, yet it Takes away the sting and venom of suffering;
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it makes it to be like Sampson 's Lion, when it was slain, he found nothing but honey in the belly of it.
it makes it to be like Sampson is lion, when it was slave, he found nothing but honey in the belly of it.
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Oh! the presence of God in a time of affliction, is exceeding precious; it turns gall in honey, thorns into roses.
Oh! the presence of God in a time of affliction, is exceeding precious; it turns Gall in honey, thorns into roses.
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Be not troubled into your thoughts, about what you may undergo; if God be with you, all will be well;
Be not troubled into your thoughts, about what you may undergo; if God be with you, all will be well;
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if God comes, when the cross cometh, the weight of it shall never hurt you:
if God comes, when the cross comes, the weight of it shall never hurt you:
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what is a prison when God is there? My brethren, though estate leave you, relations leave you, all your comforts leave you;
what is a prison when God is there? My brothers, though estate leave you, relations leave you, all your comforts leave you;
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so long as God doth not leave you, it will be well; therefore do not fear, be not dejected or discouraged.
so long as God does not leave you, it will be well; Therefore do not Fear, be not dejected or discouraged.
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Isa. 43. 1, 2. Fear not, O Iac• … b; why so? when thou passest through the water, I will be with thee. Isaiah 43. 1, 2. fear not, Oh Iac• … b; why so? when thou passest through the water, I will be with thee.
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We have more reason to be afraid of prosperity, with God's absence, than of adversity with God's presence.
We have more reason to be afraid of Prosperity, with God's absence, than of adversity with God's presence.
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A good God will make every condition to be good; it is not a prison but a pallace, where God is:
A good God will make every condition to be good; it is not a prison but a palace, where God is:
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they that do the things that please God, whatever condition they may be brought to, the Father will not leave them alone.
they that do the things that please God, whatever condition they may be brought to, the Father will not leave them alone.
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Ministers may leave you, the Means of Grace and Ordinances, in a great measure may leave you;
Ministers may leave you, the Means of Grace and Ordinances, in a great measure may leave you;
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your creature-enjoyments and comforts may leave you; but here is a God that will never leave you; Oh bless his holy name.
your Creature enjoyments and comforts may leave you; but Here is a God that will never leave you; O bless his holy name.
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Fourthly, is this pleasing of God a duty of so great importance and benefit? Then be tender and charitable in judging of those that do differ from you and others, upon this account,
Fourthly, is this pleasing of God a duty of so great importance and benefit? Then be tender and charitable in judging of those that do differ from you and Others, upon this account,
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because they dare not displease God.
Because they Dare not displease God.
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I may seem, in this caution, to aim at my self, and others of my brethren in the work of our Ministry;
I may seem, in this caution, to aim At my self, and Others of my brothers in the work of our Ministry;
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but I am not here at present to take my last farewel; I hope I may have a little further opportunity of speaking to you;
but I am not Here At present to take my last farewell; I hope I may have a little further opportunity of speaking to you;
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but if not, let me require this of you, to pass a charitable interpretation upon our laying down the exercise of our Ministry;
but if not, let me require this of you, to pass a charitable Interpretation upon our laying down the exercise of our Ministry;
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there is a greater Judge than you, must judge us all at the great Day; and to this Judge, we can appeal before Angels and Men;
there is a greater Judge than you, must judge us all At the great Day; and to this Judge, we can appeal before Angels and Men;
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that it is not this thing or that thing, that puts us upon this dissent, but it is conscience towards God, and fear of offending him.
that it is not this thing or that thing, that puts us upon this dissent, but it is conscience towards God, and Fear of offending him.
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I censure none that differ from me, as though they displease God;
I censure none that differ from me, as though they displease God;
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but yet, as to my self, should I do thus and thus, I should certainly violate the peace of my own conscience,
but yet, as to my self, should I do thus and thus, I should Certainly violate the peace of my own conscience,
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and offend God, which I must not do; no, not to secure my Ministry; though that either is, or ought to be, dearer to me than my very life;
and offend God, which I must not do; no, not to secure my Ministry; though that either is, or ought to be, Dearer to me than my very life;
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and how dear it is, God only knoweth.
and how dear it is, God only Knoweth.
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Do not add affliction to affliction, be not uncharitable in judging of us, as if through pride, faction, obstinacy,
Do not add affliction to affliction, be not uncharitable in judging of us, as if through pride, faction, obstinacy,
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or devotedness to a party, or, which is worse then all, in opposition to authority, we do dissent;
or devotedness to a party, or, which is Worse then all, in opposition to Authority, we do dissent;
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the Judge of all hearts knows, it is not so.
the Judge of all hearts knows, it is not so.
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But it is meerly from those apprehensions which, after prayer, and the use of all means, do yet continue;
But it is merely from those apprehensions which, After prayer, and the use of all means, do yet continue;
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that doing thus and thus, we should displease God; therefore deal charitably with us in this day of our affliction.
that doing thus and thus, we should displease God; Therefore deal charitably with us in this day of our affliction.
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If we be mistaken, I pray God to convince us:
If we be mistaken, I pray God to convince us:
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if others be mistaken, whether in a publick or private capacity, I pray God in mercy convince them;
if Others be mistaken, whither in a public or private capacity, I pray God in mercy convince them;
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but however things go, God will make good this truth to us;
but however things go, God will make good this truth to us;
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in this work he will not leave us, and our Father will not leave us alone;
in this work he will not leave us, and our Father will not leave us alone;
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for it is the unfained desire of our soul, in all things to please God.
for it is the unfeigned desire of our soul, in all things to please God.
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Mr. Case's Farewell Sermon.
Mr. Case's Farewell Sermon.
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REVEL. 2. 5. Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works;
REVEL. 2. 5. remember Therefore from whence thou art fallen, and Repent, and do the First works;
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or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove the Candlestick out of his place, except thou repent.
or Else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove the Candlestick out of his place, except thou Repent.
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CHrist here prescribes pretious physick for the healing of this languishing Church of Ephesus: 'Tis compounded of a threefold ingredient. 1. Self-reflection, Remember from whence, &c. 2. Holy-contrition and humiliation before the Lord, Repent. 3. Thorough-Reformation, Do thy first works.
christ Here prescribes precious physic for the healing of this languishing Church of Ephesus: It's compounded of a threefold ingredient. 1. Self-reflection, remember from whence, etc. 2. Holy-contrition and humiliation before the Lord, repent. 3. Thorough-Reformation, Do thy First works.
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I left the last time upon the second of these, namely, Repentance; and that which I did upon this part of Christs advice was, not so much to open to you the nature of Repentance (which is not so proper for this place) as to give in a catalogue or list of such special sins,
I left the last time upon the second of these, namely, Repentance; and that which I did upon this part of Christ Advice was, not so much to open to you the nature of Repentance (which is not so proper for this place) as to give in a catalogue or list of such special Sins,
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as Christ doth expect that all his people in these three Nations should lay to heart,
as christ does expect that all his people in these three nations should lay to heart,
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and repent of before the Lord.
and Repent of before the Lord.
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I gave you, in a list, eleven special sins that we should repent of, and humble our selves for, before the Lord.
I gave you, in a list, eleven special Sins that we should Repent of, and humble our selves for, before the Lord.
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As, 1. Omission of duty. Prayer, reading the Word, Meditation, &c. Any thing will be for excuse to lay by duties,
As, 1. Omission of duty. Prayer, reading the Word, Meditation, etc. Any thing will be for excuse to lay by duties,
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and we are secretly glad of an excuse.
and we Are secretly glad of an excuse.
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2. Remisness in duty. In things of the world we are all in all, and all in every part;
2. Remissness in duty. In things of the world we Are all in all, and all in every part;
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a man cannot thrust another thought into us;
a man cannot thrust Another Thought into us;
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but in Prayer, how many things are we doing? 3. Hypocrisie. How unlike are we at home, to what abroad? and in company, to what in secret? 4. Pride. In apparel, houses, parts, bloud, birth-right,
but in Prayer, how many things Are we doing? 3. Hypocrisy. How unlike Are we At home, to what abroad? and in company, to what in secret? 4. Pride. In apparel, houses, parts, blood, birthright,
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yea, of grace it self, of humility, Ministers, Ordinances, &c. 5. Covetousness. Never did covetousness invade the professing party as now:
yea, of grace it self, of humility, Ministers, Ordinances, etc. 5. Covetousness. Never did covetousness invade the professing party as now:
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The more goods men get, the less good they do. 6. Sensuality. Voluptuousness, wantonness: Christians let themselves loose to the Creature;
The more goods men get, the less good they do. 6. Sensuality. Voluptuousness, wantonness: Christians let themselves lose to the Creature;
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lay out their affections on things below, as if that part in the Serpents curse ( to lick the dust of the earth ) were the• … r own ss well as his. 7. Anim• … sities and divisions amongst Christians:
lay out their affections on things below, as if that part in the Serpents curse (to lick the dust of the earth) were the• … r own ss well as his. 7. Anim• … sities and divisions among Christians:
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many have been active to kindle, but few to quench divisions. 8. Uncharitable censuring one anoth• … r.
many have been active to kindle, but few to quench divisions. 8. Uncharitable censuring one anoth• … r.
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9. Formality in duty. Witness 1. Unprepared coming. 2. Unsutableness of spirit to: And 3. Want of reflection after duty, how we have sped, what we have got;
9. Formality in duty. Witness 1. Unprepared coming. 2. Unsuitableness of Spirit to: And 3. Want of reflection After duty, how we have sped, what we have god;
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Sabbath, Sacraments, come and goes, Monday morning finds us the same as before.
Sabbath, Sacraments, come and Goes, Monday morning finds us the same as before.
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Misspent-Sablaths. Some prophane, others idle away the Sabbath, &c. 11. Neglect of our Bibles in our 〈 ◊ 〉 and Closets. Misspent-Sablaths. some profane, Others idle away the Sabbath, etc. 11. Neglect of our Bibles in our 〈 ◊ 〉 and Closets.
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I pray God it forego not some great evil coming upon you, as before the massacre in Germany it was observed, &c. I proceed.
I pray God it forego not Some great evil coming upon you, as before the massacre in Germany it was observed, etc. I proceed.
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12. The want of mutual forlearance among Christians Alas, Christians know not how to bear one with another in the least kind of measure.
12. The want of mutual forlearance among Christians Alas, Christians know not how to bear one with Another in the least kind of measure.
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Oh the short-spiritedness amongst Christians, they cannot bear one anotherb• … rdens, they cannot bear with one another.
O the short-spiritedness among Christians, they cannot bear one anotherb• … rdens, they cannot bear with one Another.
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'Tis very sad, that we that stand in need of so much forbearance, should express so little to our Brother:
It's very sad, that we that stand in need of so much forbearance, should express so little to our Brother:
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'Tis an Argument we know not of what spirit we are of (as Christ told his Disciples.) Oh! how unlike to are we that God whom we profess to be our God? He is longsuffering, patient, full of goodness, gentleness, mercy, &c. we can bear nothing, we can suffer nothing one from another. 13. Our great murmuring against Reformation and Reformers (God hath heard the voice of our Murmuring, Exod. 16.) As if there had been nothing that would have undone us but Reformation:
It's an Argument we know not of what Spirit we Are of (as christ told his Disciples.) Oh! how unlike to Are we that God whom we profess to be our God? He is long-suffering, patient, full of Goodness, gentleness, mercy, etc. we can bear nothing, we can suffer nothing one from Another. 13. Our great murmuring against Reformation and Reformers (God hath herd the voice of our Murmuring, Exod 16.) As if there had been nothing that would have undone us but Reformation:
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and truly God seems to speak such a word as that was, Numb. 7. 5. in displeasure and anger, I will make your murmurings to cease:
and truly God seems to speak such a word as that was, Numb. 7. 5. in displeasure and anger, I will make your murmurings to cease:
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I will take away ▪ the cause of your murmuring: I would have reformed you, and you would not be reformed:
I will take away ▪ the cause of your murmuring: I would have reformed you, and you would not be reformed:
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As Christ to Iernsalem, I would, but you would not, Mat. 23. The time may come when we would, and God will not:
As christ to Jerusalem, I would, but you would not, Mathew 23. The time may come when we would, and God will not:
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when we shall cry, Other Lords have had dominion over us, &c. Isa. 26. 13. but thou, Lord, set up thou thy government: rule thou over us:
when we shall cry, Other lords have had dominion over us, etc. Isaiah 26. 13. but thou, Lord, Set up thou thy government: Rule thou over us:
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and God may say, No, 'tis too late ▪ I would have healed you, and you would not be healed.
and God may say, No, it's too late ▪ I would have healed you, and you would not be healed.
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14. The great neglect of the care of our Families. Truly 'tis not the least sin that threatens the removal of our Candlestick.
14. The great neglect of the care of our Families. Truly it's not the least since that threatens the removal of our Candlestick.
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How generally have the duties of Religion been let fall in our Families;
How generally have the duties of Religion been let fallen in our Families;
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reading the Word, singing Psalms, &c. Time was, when one could not have come through the streets into London on an evening in thee week-day but we might hear the praises of God, singing of Psalms;
reading the Word, singing Psalms, etc. Time was, when one could not have come through the streets into London on an evening in thee weekday but we might hear the praises of God, singing of Psalms;
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now it's a stranger in the City, even upon the Lords own day. Oh! how have Governours of Families cast off the care of the souls that God hath committed to them? How careless are they of the souls of their yoak-fellows that lie in their bosoms, of their children, the fruit of their loins;
now it's a stranger in the city, even upon the lords own day. Oh! how have Governors of Families cast off the care of the Souls that God hath committed to them? How careless Are they of the Souls of their yoke-fellows that lie in their bosoms, of their children, the fruit of their loins;
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Masters of their servants, & c!Masters of their Servants, & c!
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And in the mean time are ready to stand up and justifie themselves with the boldness of Cain, to say to God, Am I my brothers keeper? Am I the keeper of my yoak-fellow, children, servants, souls? yes, thou art the keeper, &c. God hath put them unto thy trust,
And in the mean time Are ready to stand up and justify themselves with the boldness of Cain, to say to God, Am I my Brother's keeper? Am I the keeper of my yokefellow, children, Servants, Souls? yes, thou art the keeper, etc. God hath put them unto thy trust,
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and if they perish through thy fault, they may die in their sins, but their bloud shall be required at thy hand.
and if they perish through thy fault, they may die in their Sins, but their blood shall be required At thy hand.
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God will say to thee, as he did to Cain, Thy brothers blood cryeth in my ear.
God will say to thee, as he did to Cain, Thy Brother's blood Cries in my ear.
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15. Our indifferences as to matter of faith and doctrine:
15. Our indifferences as to matter of faith and Doctrine:
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That we have not been more zealous for the truth of Christ, that great trust and depositum which hath been committed to us:
That we have not been more zealous for the truth of christ, that great trust and depositum which hath been committed to us:
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We have accounted it no matter of what opinion or judgment men be in these latter times.
We have accounted it no matter of what opinion or judgement men be in these latter times.
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'Tis an universal saying, No matter what judgment men be of, so they be Saints:
It's an universal saying, No matter what judgement men be of, so they be Saints:
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as if truth in the judgment did not go to the making up of a Saint,
as if truth in the judgement did not go to the making up of a Saint,
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as well as holiness in the will and affections: As if Christ had not come into the world to bear witness of the truth, which was his great design:
as well as holiness in the will and affections: As if christ had not come into the world to bear witness of the truth, which was his great Design:
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as if it were no matter, if God have the heart, so the Devil be in the head:
as if it were no matter, if God have the heart, so the devil be in the head:
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as if no matter, that be full of darkness, so the heart be for God. 16. The unsutableness of our conversations to the Gospel of Christ:
as if no matter, that be full of darkness, so the heart be for God. 16. The unsuitableness of our conversations to the Gospel of christ:
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'Tis the only thing the Apostle puts the Philippians in mind of, and commits to their care, Phil. 1. 27. And truly, in these unhappy dayes, it hath been the only thing men have neglected and despised.
It's the only thing the Apostle puts the Philippians in mind of, and commits to their care, Philip 1. 27. And truly, in these unhappy days, it hath been the only thing men have neglected and despised.
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How little care, that our conversations should honour the Gospel? &c. 17. Our living by sense, and not by faith.
How little care, that our conversations should honour the Gospel? etc. 17. Our living by sense, and not by faith.
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Surely (my Brethren) among all the sins in England that the people of God have cause to be humbled for, there is not any whereby we have more provoked God,
Surely (my Brothers) among all the Sins in England that the people of God have cause to be humbled for, there is not any whereby we have more provoked God,
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than by that sin of Unbelief.
than by that since of Unbelief.
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Murmuring, and Infidelity, have been our two great sins, for which, it is the wonder of Gods mercy that he hath not caused our carcasses to fall in the wilderness:
Murmuring, and Infidelity, have been our two great Sins, for which, it is the wonder of God's mercy that he hath not caused our carcases to fallen in the Wilderness:
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He may take up that complaint of us, that he did of Israel, Numb. 14. 22. Because all those men which have seen my glory and my miracles which I did in Egypt and in the wilderness,
He may take up that complaint of us, that he did of Israel, Numb. 14. 22. Because all those men which have seen my glory and my Miracles which I did in Egypt and in the Wilderness,
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and have tempted me now these ten times, and have not hearkened to my veice;
and have tempted me now these ten times, and have not harkened to my veice;
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surely they shall not see the land, &c. And this is the lamentation we may take up, that truly to this very day we have not faith enough to carry us from one miracle to another, from one deliverance to another, from one salvation to another:surely they shall not see the land, etc. And this is the lamentation we may take up, that truly to this very day we have not faith enough to carry us from one miracle to Another, from one deliverance to Another, from one salvation to Another:
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let one deliverance pass over our head, and no sooner one wave rises higher than another,
let one deliverance pass over our head, and no sooner one wave rises higher than Another,
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but we are ready to cry out with Peter, Lord save m• …, I perish: and well were it, if our fears did issue into tears and cryes after Christ:
but we Are ready to cry out with Peter, Lord save m• …, I perish: and well were it, if our fears did issue into tears and cries After christ:
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we rather are ready to cry out, as those in Ezek. 37. 11. Our bones are dryed, and our hope is lost, we are cut off for our parts.
we rather Are ready to cry out, as those in Ezekiel 37. 11. Our bones Are dried, and our hope is lost, we Are Cut off for our parts.
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We are a people that never knew how to honour God in any distress God hath brought us into;
We Are a people that never knew how to honour God in any distress God hath brought us into;
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never learnt to glorifie God by believing: if we cannot see him, we cannot believe him:
never learned to Glorify God by believing: if we cannot see him, we cannot believe him:
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surely that which God hath done for us, in such a succession of miracles, it might well at least have been food for our faith during our sojourning:
surely that which God hath done for us, in such a succession of Miracles, it might well At least have been food for our faith during our sojourning:
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In our pilgrimage we might have learned by all that we have seen to believe God:
In our pilgrimage we might have learned by all that we have seen to believe God:
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we might have made experience to be the food of our faith:
we might have made experience to be the food of our faith:
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and upon all the providences of Divine Power, Wisdome, and Goodness, we might have discoursed our selves into belief,
and upon all the providences of Divine Power, Wisdom, and goodness, we might have discoursed our selves into belief,
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as David, 1 Sam. 17. 37. The Lord that delivered me out of the paw of the Lion,
as David, 1 Sam. 17. 37. The Lord that Delivered me out of the paw of the lion,
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and of the Bear, he will deliver me out of the hand of this Philistine. So Paul, He hath delivered, and doth deliver;
and of the Bear, he will deliver me out of the hand of this Philistine. So Paul, He hath Delivered, and does deliver;
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we trust, he will also deliver. Oh my Brethren!we trust, he will also deliver. O my Brothers!
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we dishonour God, and starve our faith, by forgetting our experiences, while we proclaim by our own Unbelief, That we have a God that we dare not trust.
we dishonour God, and starve our faith, by forgetting our experiences, while we proclaim by our own Unbelief, That we have a God that we Dare not trust.
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If we perish, we may thank our selves for it:
If we perish, we may thank our selves for it:
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surely, if we miscarry, that account may be given for it which we find, Mat. 13. 58. Because of their unbelief. There is a Rest of God before us;
surely, if we miscarry, that account may be given for it which we find, Mathew 13. 58. Because of their unbelief. There is a Rest of God before us;
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if we do not enter in, it is because of our Unbelief. 18. Want of sympathy with the bleeding, gasping, groaning, dying Churches of Iesus Christ.
if we do not enter in, it is Because of our Unbelief. 18. Want of Sympathy with the bleeding, gasping, groaning, dying Churches of Iesus christ.
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They have been in great afflictions round about; have call'd unto us, Pity me! Oh! pity me my friends!
They have been in great afflictions round about; have called unto us, Pity me! Oh! pity me my Friends!
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for the hand of God is gone out against me. We cannot look any way, but we see cause of bitter mourning;
for the hand of God is gone out against me. We cannot look any Way, but we see cause of bitter mourning;
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but we have not laid the bloud of Germany, Lithuania, Piedmont, &c. to heart; therefore God may justly lay it to our charge.
but we have not laid the blood of Germany, Lithuania, Piedmont, etc. to heart; Therefore God may justly lay it to our charge.
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Want of fellow-felling with our Brethren in their afflictions, it is a kind of Persecution, a kind of being accessary to their Sufferings.
Want of fellow-felling with our Brothers in their afflictions, it is a kind of Persecution, a kind of being accessary to their Sufferings.
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That we have not mourned, wept, bled with them;
That we have not mourned, wept, bled with them;
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that we have not lyen in the dust, smote on our thighs, &c. God may justly say to us,
that we have not lyen in the dust, smote on our thighs, etc. God may justly say to us,
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as Amos 6. 6, 7. They shall go captive with the first that go captive ▪ because they are not grieved for the affliction of Ioseph.
as Amos 6. 6, 7. They shall go captive with the First that go captive ▪ Because they Are not grieved for the affliction of Ioseph.
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The word in the Hebrew signifies, None of them have been Sick for the affliction of Ioseph: Oh my Brethren!
The word in the Hebrew signifies, None of them have been Sick for the affliction of Ioseph: O my Brothers!
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when did we go to bed sick for the afflictions of Gods people abroad? when did their miseries cost us an hours sleep? or a meals-meat? when did we lie in the dust, and cry out, Ah Lord!
when did we go to Bed sick for the afflictions of God's people abroad? when did their misery's cost us an hours sleep? or a Meat? when did we lie in the dust, and cry out, Ah Lord!
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their Glory? Because we have not shed tears for their bloud, God may justly say, The next turn of Persecution shall be yours,
their Glory? Because we have not shed tears for their blood, God may justly say, The next turn of Persecution shall be yours,
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Because you have not been afflicted in the afflictions of my people, &c. 19. Our grievous unsensibleness of Gods Dishonour.
Because you have not been afflicted in the afflictions of my people, etc. 19. Our grievous unsensibleness of God's Dishonour.
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Religion never suffered the like, as it hath done ▪ these latter dayes, by the pride and hypocrisie of some Pretenders to it;
Religion never suffered the like, as it hath done ▪ these latter days, by the pride and hypocrisy of Some Pretenders to it;
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Gods name hath been thereby blasphemed by an evill and hypocritical generation;
God's name hath been thereby blasphemed by an evil and hypocritical generation;
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the people of God have lien under the greatest reproaches and contempts that ever any did under the heavens;
the people of God have lain under the greatest Reproaches and contempts that ever any did under the heavens;
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and yet all this while we have not been concerned in it: carryed our selves as if unconcern'd in the reproaches of Religion;
and yet all this while we have not been concerned in it: carried our selves as if unconcerned in the Reproaches of Religion;
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Blasphemies reflected upon the name of God.
Blasphemies reflected upon the name of God.
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Who, in these times of Blasphemy ▪ have gone in secret? lyen in the dust? and cryed with holy Ioshuah, What wilt thou do unto thy great name? Josh. 7. 4. We have not laboured to preserve in our own Souls,
Who, in these times of Blasphemy ▪ have gone in secret? lyen in the dust? and cried with holy Joshua, What wilt thou do unto thy great name? Josh. 7. 4. We have not laboured to preserve in our own Souls,
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or stir up in our Brethren, a holy sense of Gods name, as those primitive Saints, Mal. 3. 16. Where are they that have been affected with,
or stir up in our Brothers, a holy sense of God's name, as those primitive Saints, Malachi 3. 16. Where Are they that have been affected with,
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and afflicted for, the sufferings of the name of God? Oh consider!
and afflicted for, the sufferings of the name of God? O Consider!
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how little is God and Religion beholden to us for our tears, sighs, or groans? What is become of that Child-like spirit, that was wont to possess the spirits of Gods people? 'Tis perished,
how little is God and Religion beholden to us for our tears, sighs, or groans? What is become of that Childlike Spirit, that was wont to possess the spirits of God's people? It's perished,
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and with it, without special timely Repentance, we shall perish also. 20. That Epidemical sin of Self-seeking, and self-pleasing. Oh my Brethreu!
and with it, without special timely Repentance, we shall perish also. 20. That Epidemical since of Self-seeking, and self-pleasing. O my Brethren!
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we may revive that complaint of the Apostle, All seek their own, not the things which are Iesus Christs, Phil. 2. 21. This, This hath been the source of all our miseries.
we may revive that complaint of the Apostle, All seek their own, not the things which Are Iesus Christ, Philip 2. 21. This, This hath been the source of all our misery's.
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While some had power in their hands to have done great things for God, what did they do,
While Some had power in their hands to have done great things for God, what did they do,
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but neglect the interest and trust in their hands, and fell a feathering their own nests,
but neglect the Interest and trust in their hands, and fell a feathering their own nests,
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and building to themselves Houses, and Names, that they thought would continue for ever: and to divide the spoil among themselves, as if their own game they hunted:
and building to themselves Houses, and Names, that they Thought would continue for ever: and to divide the spoil among themselves, as if their own game they hunted:
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and others in inferiour stations began to divide, and every one began to snatch, as if the dust of the earth would not serve every one for a handful;
and Others in inferior stations began to divide, and every one began to snatch, as if the dust of the earth would not serve every one for a handful;
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and in the mean time, a sea of Errour, like an inundation, hath been ready to overturn us.
and in the mean time, a sea of Error, like an inundation, hath been ready to overturn us.
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Yea, all men seeking to be pleased, not to please; whereas our duty is, to study to please, not to be pleased, &c.
Yea, all men seeking to be pleased, not to please; whereas our duty is, to study to please, not to be pleased, etc.
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You see, in all this, I have not mentioned one of those grosse prophanesses that stare Heaven in the face,
You see, in all this, I have not mentioned one of those gross Profanenesses that stare Heaven in the face,
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as Drunkenness, filthy and abominable Whoredome, Fornication, poured out in every place;
as drunkenness, filthy and abominable Whoredom, Fornication, poured out in every place;
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horrible Blasphemy, contempt of God and Religion, prophanation of Gods Sabbath, &c. because I speak now to those that are Professers. I have been giving in a Catalogue of the sins of those that professe the name of Christ, that relate to Christ by a special Engagement and Relation;
horrible Blasphemy, contempt of God and Religion, profanation of God's Sabbath, etc. Because I speak now to those that Are Professers. I have been giving in a Catalogue of the Sins of those that profess the name of christ, that relate to christ by a special Engagement and Relation;
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these have been the sins of Gods family.
these have been the Sins of God's family.
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And if we would have God repent of the evill of punishment, we had need to make haste to repent of the evill of sin: We have been a long time in sinning, we had need be a long time in repenting.
And if we would have God Repent of the evil of punishment, we had need to make haste to Repent of the evil of since: We have been a long time in sinning, we had need be a long time in repenting.
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I tell you Christians, we have been these last 20 years doing nothing else but sinning against God;
I tell you Christians, we have been these last 20 Years doing nothing Else but sinning against God;
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and, should God let us live twenty years more, it would be too little to weep for the provocations thereof.
and, should God let us live twenty Years more, it would be too little to weep for the provocations thereof.
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Learn to lay these and other sins so to heart, that God may never lay them to charge.
Learn to lay these and other Sins so to heart, that God may never lay them to charge.
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The third advice Christ gives here for the prevention of the removal of her Candlestick, is, Reformation, [ Do the first works. ] Reformation, that indeed is a fruit and evidence of sound Repentance:
The third Advice christ gives Here for the prevention of the removal of her Candlestick, is, Reformation, [ Do the First works. ] Reformation, that indeed is a fruit and evidence of found Repentance:
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Repentance is nothing else but the breaking of the heart for and from sin.
Repentance is nothing Else but the breaking of the heart for and from since.
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I have spoken of it merely as it is the contrition of the Soul for sin;
I have spoken of it merely as it is the contrition of the Soul for since;
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I come to speak a word of the other part, as it consists in turning to God, and doing our first works.
I come to speak a word of the other part, as it consists in turning to God, and doing our First works.
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This is the method God prescribes his people, Lam. 3. 39. Wherefore doth a living man complain, &c. under Gods asflicting hand, instead of reforming? Men are prone to fall a complaining, not only naturally, as Irrational creatures may under some pinching extremity; but sinfully, i. e.
This is the method God prescribes his people, Lam. 3. 39. Wherefore does a living man complain, etc. under God's asflicting hand, instead of reforming? Men Are prove to fallen a complaining, not only naturally, as Irrational creatures may under Some pinching extremity; but sinfully, i. e.
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when their natural grief is let out in a distempered and inordinate manner;
when their natural grief is let out in a distempered and inordinate manner;
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when natural groans are accompanyed with unscriptural affections, which vents it self. 1. Sometimes upon the affliction, as if but one intolerable burden in the world,
when natural groans Are accompanied with unscriptural affections, which vents it self. 1. Sometime upon the affliction, as if but one intolerable burden in the world,
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and God must needs lay that upon them, Lam. 1. 12. & 3. 1. & 5. 10. 2. Sometimes of instruments; thus Esau complains of his brother;
and God must needs lay that upon them, Lam. 1. 12. & 3. 1. & 5. 10. 2. Sometime of Instruments; thus Esau complains of his brother;
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Is he not rightly called Iacob, a Supplanter? of his Father, Hast thou but one blessing, &c. Gen. 27. 3, 4. of any thing rather than of himself;
Is he not rightly called Iacob, a Supplanter? of his Father, Hast thou but one blessing, etc. Gen. 27. 3, 4. of any thing rather than of himself;
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he doth not say, Am I not rightly called Esau? What a wretch am I that have despised and sold my blessing? Mostly, we complain of that which deserves no blame, the guilty of the innocent; 1 King. 18. 7. Isa. 10. 5. Ier. 8. or we pore too much upon second causes, or complain of instruments; not of our selves;
he does not say, Am I not rightly called Esau? What a wretch am I that have despised and sold my blessing? Mostly, we complain of that which deserves no blame, the guilty of the innocent; 1 King. 18. 7. Isaiah 10. 5. Jeremiah 8. or we poor too much upon second Causes, or complain of Instruments; not of our selves;
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or of wicked men, not of wickedness; of their Cruelty, more than of their Blasphemy; of their injuries against us, more than as Gods enemies;
or of wicked men, not of wickedness; of their Cruelty, more than of their Blasphemy; of their injuries against us, more than as God's enemies;
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or more of revenge in our Complaints, than murmuring;
or more of revenge in our Complaints, than murmuring;
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our complaints concerning their afflicting us, not accompanyed with our Prayers for their Conversion, &c. 3. Sometimes of God himself: not as one of his children, who complains, 1. To God, not of God;
our complaints Concerning their afflicting us, not accompanied with our Prayers for their Conversion, etc. 3. Sometime of God himself: not as one of his children, who complains, 1. To God, not of God;
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thus Christ, My God, my God, &c. 2, With a holy Considence, My God, my God;
thus christ, My God, my God, etc. 2, With a holy Confidence, My God, my God;
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two words of faith, for one word of fear, &c. 3. In his complaints, is very tender of Gods glory;
two words of faith, for one word of Fear, etc. 3. In his complaints, is very tender of God's glory;
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affraid to think or speak a hard or uncomely thought, or word, of God. 4. Carefully distinguishes between what God doth, and what man doth;
afraid to think or speak a hard or uncomely Thought, or word, of God. 4. Carefully Distinguishes between what God does, and what man does;
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observes and separates the unrighteousness of men from the righteousness of God. 5. With humble inquiry what cause there may be of this dispensation, Iob 10. 2. & 34. 31. 6. With a disposition to bring up his will to God;
observes and separates the unrighteousness of men from the righteousness of God. 5. With humble inquiry what cause there may be of this Dispensation, Job 10. 2. & 34. 31. 6. With a disposition to bring up his will to God;
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not that God should bring down his will to him;
not that God should bring down his will to him;
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if it be possible, let this Cuppass; however, glorifie thy Name, provide for thy own glory, and do with me as thou pleasest. But a sinful Creature, is sometimes ready to call Providence in question, Ezra 8. 12. or to break forth and charge God foolishly, either of too much severity, Ez. 18. 2. 25. or of too long delay, Isa. 49, 14. or their mournings are turned into murmurings, Numb. 14. 27. or their complaints are mixed with unbelief, Psal. 78. 19. or their punishment, not for their sin;
if it be possible, let this Cuppass; however, Glorify thy Name, provide for thy own glory, and do with me as thou pleasest. But a sinful Creature, is sometime ready to call Providence in question, Ezra 8. 12. or to break forth and charge God foolishly, either of too much severity, Ezra 18. 2. 25. or of too long Delay, Isaiah 49, 14. or their mournings Are turned into murmurings, Numb. 14. 27. or their complaints Are mixed with unbelief, Psalm 78. 19. or their punishment, not for their since;
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and nothing will satisfie them but deliverance. Now this is not the way; for this way of complaining is,
and nothing will satisfy them but deliverance. Now this is not the Way; for this Way of complaining is,
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1. Fruitless; a House on Fire is not quenched with tears; Murmuring will not scatter the Clouds.
1. Fruitless; a House on Fire is not quenched with tears; Murmuring will not scatter the Clouds.
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2. Causeless; Thou hast thy life for a prey, Ier. 4. 5, 6. What a living man and complain, and that when 'tis for the punishment of his sins? This kind of complaining is causeless; if you compare sin and punishment together, there's no proportion,
2. Causeless; Thou hast thy life for a prey, Jeremiah 4. 5, 6. What a living man and complain, and that when it's for the punishment of his Sins? This kind of complaining is causeless; if you compare sin and punishment together, there's no proportion,
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for sin is a transgression against an infinite God; punishment but an affliction upon the finite Creature: Sin is an evil-against God;
for sin is a Transgression against an infinite God; punishment but an affliction upon the finite Creature: since is an evil-against God;
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punishment an evil against the Creature:punishment an evil against the Creature:
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Or, if you consider what sin is in its nature, 'tis a contrariety to Gods nature• … God is holy;
Or, if you Consider what since is in its nature, it's a contrariety to God's nature• … God is holy;
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Sin impurity) A contradictiou to God's will; (God saith, Do this; the Sinner saith, I will not: God saith ▪ Do not this abominable thing which I hate;
since impurity) A contradictiou to God's will; (God Says, Do this; the Sinner Says, I will not: God Says ▪ Do not this abominable thing which I hate;
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the Sinner saith ▪ I will: It is the transgression of God's pure and holy Law;
the Sinner Says ▪ I will: It is the Transgression of God's pure and holy Law;
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nay, it is a practical blaspheming against all the Names of God; the rape of God's mercy, and the dare of God's Iustice, the challenge of God's Power; Sin gives the lye to God's Truth, and the fool to God's Wisdom. And what can Sin do more than to take away God's good Name? God's Being? and that, Sin would do.
nay, it is a practical blaspheming against all the Names of God; the rape of God's mercy, and the Dare of God's justice, the challenge of God's Power; since gives the lie to God's Truth, and the fool to God's Wisdom. And what can since do more than to take away God's good Name? God's Being? and that, since would do.
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Or, 'tis causeless, if you consider against whom sin is, i. e. God himself, who is a jealous God; now a Sinner takes another Lover into his bosom before his eyes;
Or, it's causeless, if you Consider against whom since is, i. e. God himself, who is a jealous God; now a Sinner Takes Another Lover into his bosom before his eyes;
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yea, he is a holy, righteous, omnipotent, almighty, living God: Thoughts of this may well keep us from complaining.
yea, he is a holy, righteous, omnipotent, almighty, living God: Thoughts of this may well keep us from complaining.
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Indeed, whatever our affliction be, we have as much cause to give thanks as to mourn;
Indeed, whatever our affliction be, we have as much cause to give thanks as to mourn;
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whether you consider, whatever the punishment be, it might be worse;
whither you Consider, whatever the punishment be, it might be Worse;
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or do but look well into it, you will see more Mercy than Affliction, Psal. 119. 75. 3. Sinful. There is in it, 1. Unthankfulness; while we complain of one Affliction, we overlook a thousand Mercies;
or do but look well into it, you will see more Mercy than Affliction, Psalm 119. 75. 3. Sinful. There is in it, 1. Unthankfulness; while we complain of one Affliction, we overlook a thousand mercies;
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whereas true Grace is ingenuous, and can see a little Kindness mingled with a great deal of Severity.
whereas true Grace is ingenuous, and can see a little Kindness mingled with a great deal of Severity.
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The Church of God in captivity comparing her afflictions with her mercies, breaks forth;
The Church of God in captivity comparing her afflictions with her Mercies, breaks forth;
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It is of the Lord's mercy that we are not consumed, Lam. 3. 22. Blessed be God, it is not yet so bad, but it might be worse; 2 Cor. 4. 8. We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed: It is of the Lord's mercy that we Are not consumed, Lam. 3. 22. Blessed be God, it is not yet so bad, but it might be Worse; 2 Cor. 4. 8. We Are troubled on every side, yet not distressed:
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though laid wait for, beset on every side, put to strive aud struggle, yet we escape;
though laid wait for, beset on every side, put to strive and struggle, yet we escape;
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God gives an issue in the Temptation: we are perplexed, but not in despair; we are not so helpless that we know not whither to turn our selves;God gives an issue in the Temptation: we Are perplexed, but not in despair; we Are not so helpless that we know not whither to turn our selves;
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we have a God to go to, as bad as things are; the name of the Lord is a strong Tower: persecuted, but not forsaken;
we have a God to go to, as bad as things Are; the name of the Lord is a strong Tower: persecuted, but not forsaken;
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we are shaken out, but not to shivers; persecuted, but not conquered; our God hath not utterly forsaken us: Cast down but not destroyed;
we Are shaken out, but not to shivers; persecuted, but not conquered; our God hath not utterly forsaken us: Cast down but not destroyed;
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Ps. 118. 13. we are cast down, but not cast off. Thus Luther, They may thrust me back;
Ps. 118. 13. we Are cast down, but not cast off. Thus Luther, They may thrust me back;
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but they cannot thrust me down; they may crush me, but they cannot kill me: or, they may kill me, but they cannot hurt me;
but they cannot thrust me down; they may crush me, but they cannot kill me: or, they may kill me, but they cannot hurt me;
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they may shew their teeth, but they cannot devour. they may show their teeth, but they cannot devour.
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Is it a Feaver? it might have been eternal flames; Is it Scarcity? it might be universal famine; Is it the danger of losing the Gospel? 'tis the mercy of God, it is not gone already:
Is it a Fever? it might have been Eternal flames; Is it Scarcity? it might be universal famine; Is it the danger of losing the Gospel? it's the mercy of God, it is not gone already:
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Are we in Captivity? we might have been in Hell;
are we in Captivity? we might have been in Hell;
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Are we in Prison? it might have been Tophet: The Lord hath chastened me sore,
are we in Prison? it might have been Tophet: The Lord hath chastened me soar,
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but he hath not given me over unto death, Psal. 118. 18. Though men have lost their Bowels, Gods compassions fail not; God's as faithful as ever;but he hath not given me over unto death, Psalm 118. 18. Though men have lost their Bowels, God's compassions fail not; God's as faithful as ever;
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he hath taken away some of our mercies, but he hath not taken away all; he hath left us more than he hath taken:
he hath taken away Some of our Mercies, but he hath not taken away all; he hath left us more than he hath taken:
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They are new, they are renewed every morning; when old mercies are spent, God sends us new;
They Are new, they Are renewed every morning; when old Mercies Are spent, God sends us new;
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he is the Father of M• … rcies, begets new mercies every moment.
he is the Father of M• … rcies, begets new Mercies every moment.
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Who can number or measure his mercies of one day? whatever our Fears are, Oh blessed be God, he loads us with mercies.
Who can number or measure his Mercies of one day? whatever our Fears Are, O blessed be God, he loads us with Mercies.
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Now the Complainer over-looks all these;
Now the Complainer overlooks all these;
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there's much unthankfulness in it, and that's ▪ a kind of Atheism, She knew not that I gave her corn and wine, &c. Hos. 2. 8.
there's much unthankfulness in it, and that's ▪ a kind of Atheism, She knew not that I gave her corn and wine, etc. Hos. 2. 8.
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2. Pride; Only by pride comes contention; men never quarrel with God about their Condition, but 'tis long of the pride of their heart.
2. Pride; Only by pride comes contention; men never quarrel with God about their Condition, but it's long of the pride of their heart.
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Proud man would fain sin, and not hear from God;
Proud man would fain sin, and not hear from God;
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would take liberty to sin, but would not have God take liberty to punish, I say 8. 3. God must take notice of our Duties, not our Sin• ….
would take liberty to since, but would not have God take liberty to Punish, I say 8. 3. God must take notice of our Duties, not our Sin• ….
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God shall hear of it, if he take not notice of our prayers; but it shall be by complaining,
God shall hear of it, if he take not notice of our Prayers; but it shall be by complaining,
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if he take notice of our sins. A proud man whatever he hath, it is no more than his due; and whatever he wants, God's his debtor, Hos. 6. 13. The want of a Complement undoth them in the midst of honour:
if he take notice of our Sins. A proud man whatever he hath, it is no more than his due; and whatever he Wants, God's his debtor, Hos. 6. 13. The want of a Compliment undoth them in the midst of honour:
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If we want but one thing our hearts would have, surely Nature is proud and ready to pick quarrels with God on the least occasion;
If we want but one thing our hearts would have, surely Nature is proud and ready to pick quarrels with God on the least occasion;
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nay, if he will not give that mercy we would, take all, &c. 3. Rebellion;
nay, if he will not give that mercy we would, take all, etc. 3. Rebellion;
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God strikes him for sin, he strikes against God, Ier. 31. 18. God draws one way, and he another, &c.
God strikes him for since, he strikes against God, Jeremiah 31. 18. God draws one Way, and he Another, etc.
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4. Unbelief. He that complains of his punishment, never believed sin to be so great an evil,
4. Unbelief. He that complains of his punishment, never believed since to be so great an evil,
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or God to be such a One as revealed in the Word.
or God to be such a One as revealed in the Word.
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5. Interpretative Blasphemy. 1. While we dispute our afflictions, and wrangle with the present dispensation, what is it but to make our selves wiser than God? We seem to tell God how it might have been better,
5. Interpretative Blasphemy. 1. While we dispute our afflictions, and wrangle with the present Dispensation, what is it but to make our selves Wiser than God? We seem to tell God how it might have been better,
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and so we do as it were give God Counsel:
and so we do as it were give God Counsel:
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When he calls for Obedience, is not that Blasphemy to set up our wisdom against God's? 2. While we complain of Punishment, we take Sin's part against God;
When he calls for obedience, is not that Blasphemy to Set up our Wisdom against God's? 2. While we complain of Punishment, we take Since part against God;
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we do as it were justifie sin, and judge God:
we do as it were justify since, and judge God:
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God is unrighteous to punish such a sin as this with such grievous Afflictions. 3. By complaining we do as it were summon God to our Bar, to come & give an account of his actions at our Tribunal.
God is unrighteous to Punish such a since as this with such grievous Afflictions. 3. By complaining we do as it were summon God to our Bar, to come & give an account of his actions At our Tribunal.
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What poor miserable Creatures are we, that in our Afflictions are so far from helping our selves, that we commonly add to our own misery!
What poor miserable Creatures Are we, that in our Afflictions Are so Far from helping our selves, that we commonly add to our own misery!
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No Affliction is intolerable, till Sin come in it.
No Affliction is intolerable, till since come in it.
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The yoke God hath made easie, we make intolerable, and make God to be our enemy,
The yoke God hath made easy, we make intolerable, and make God to be our enemy,
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while he by Affliction would become our friend. Now this being found, not to be the way;
while he by Affliction would become our friend. Now this being found, not to be the Way;
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that which God counsels and advises, is, 1. Self-Examination: [ Let us search and try our wayes.
that which God Counsels and advises, is, 1. Self-Examination: [ Let us search and try our ways.
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] Sin and Hypocrisie lies close and deep;
] since and Hypocrisy lies close and deep;
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therefore we must take pains, dig to the bottom, set up a Tribunal in our own Conscience, summon, try, judg our selves over ▪ and over, in Gods presence:
Therefore we must take pains, dig to the bottom, Set up a Tribunal in our own Conscience, summon, try, judge our selves over ▪ and over, in God's presence:
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He stands at our Close• … Doores, to hear what we will say, Ier. 8. 6. before execution;
He Stands At our Close• … Doors, to hear what we will say, Jeremiah 8. 6. before execution;
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what Indictments we will bring in against our selves. We can tell what such a Drunkard, such an unclean person, &c. hath done;
what Indictments we will bring in against our selves. We can tell what such a Drunkard, such an unclean person, etc. hath done;
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but no man saith, What have I done? My pride, my unthankfulness, my unfruitfulness, &c. 2. Reformation:
but no man Says, What have I done? My pride, my unthankfulness, my unfruitfulness, etc. 2. Reformation:
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[ and turn again to the Lord.
[ and turn again to the Lord.
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] Sin is aversio à Deo & conversio ad creaturam, Reformation is a turning again from the creature to God. 3. Frequent and fervent Prayer:
] since is Aversio à God & Conversion ad creaturam, Reformation is a turning again from the creature to God. 3. Frequent and fervent Prayer:
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[ Let us lift up ] There's the frequency, let do nothing else but pray; lets be continually lifting up our Prayers;
[ Let us lift up ] There's the frequency, let do nothing Else but pray; lets be continually lifting up our Prayers;
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make your houses houses of Prayer:
make your houses houses of Prayer:
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Thus David, Thou foughtest against me without a Cause (Did he take Counsel against Princes to be disloyal? To take up Arms? No.) But I gave my self unto Prayer, Psal. 109. 4. Therefore if you prayed before, now do nothing else;
Thus David, Thou foughtest against me without a Cause (Did he take Counsel against Princes to be disloyal? To take up Arms? No.) But I gave my self unto Prayer, Psalm 109. 4. Therefore if you prayed before, now do nothing Else;
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it notes habitual and constant Prayer.
it notes habitual and constant Prayer.
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[ our hearts with our hands ] to crave, and as it were to pull down mercy,
[ our hearts with our hands ] to crave, and as it were to pull down mercy,
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as if we would wrestle with God, and say, Nay, I will not let thee go,
as if we would wrestle with God, and say, Nay, I will not let thee go,
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until thou bless me, Gen. 32. 26. it notes our fervency: And for our encouragement, it is [ unto God in the Heavens. until thou bless me, Gen. 32. 26. it notes our fervency: And for our encouragement, it is [ unto God in the Heavens.
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] which expresses his Soveraignty, Omnisciency, Omnipotency, Everlastingness, &c. 4. Judging our selves, or Confession of sin [ We have transgressed. ]
] which Expresses his Sovereignty, Omnisciency, Omnipotency, Everlastingness, etc. 4. Judging our selves, or Confessi of since [ We have transgressed. ]
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5. Aggravating our sins [ and have rebelled ] ▪ i. e. we have turned sin into Rebellion;
5. Aggravating our Sins [ and have rebelled ] ▪ i. e. we have turned since into Rebellion;
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Rebellion hath been the aggravation of our sins;
Rebellion hath been the aggravation of our Sins;
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we have sinned against the clearest light, dearest love, &c. Nehem. 9. Ezra 9. Dan. 9.
we have sinned against the Clearest Light, dearest love, etc. Nehemiah 9. Ezra 9. Dan. 9.
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6. fastifying God [ thou hast not pardoned, ] A word, not of murmuring, complaining, or accusing God of hard dealing;
6. fastifying God [ thou hast not pardoned, ] A word, not of murmuring, complaining, or accusing God of hard dealing;
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but by way of justifying God; we have transgressed, therefore thou hast not pardoned:
but by Way of justifying God; we have transgressed, Therefore thou hast not pardoned:
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Why should'st thou repent of the evil of punishment, when we have not repented of the evil of sin? Thou hast punished us less then our Iniquities deserve.
Why Shouldst thou Repent of the evil of punishment, when we have not repented of the evil of since? Thou hast punished us less then our Iniquities deserve.
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So in the Text [ Do the first works ]. Sin is a departure from God;
So in the Text [ Do the First works ]. since is a departure from God;
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Repentance a coming back again to God. Turn thou to him from whom the Children of Israel have deeply revolted.
Repentance a coming back again to God. Turn thou to him from whom the Children of Israel have deeply revolted.
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The soul hath many turnings and windings;
The soul hath many turnings and windings;
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but that's the best motion of all, when the Soul (with the Dove) returns to God, from whom it came.
but that's the best motion of all, when the Soul (with the Dove) returns to God, from whom it Come.
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Apostacy is the loss of our first love: Repentance is the Recovery of it, and Reformation is the doing of our first works. I have not time to enlarge, as I desired;
Apostasy is the loss of our First love: Repentance is the Recovery of it, and Reformation is the doing of our First works. I have not time to enlarge, as I desired;
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I shall only offer a few things, that may help to quicken you to this great duty.
I shall only offer a few things, that may help to quicken you to this great duty.
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My Brethren, we have no great cause to boast of Englands first love: Never so good as it should be,
My Brothers, we have no great cause to boast of Englands First love: Never so good as it should be,
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yet many can remember when England hath been much better then ' tis. Time was, when Doctrines have been more sound;
yet many can Remember when England hath been much better then ' this. Time was, when Doctrines have been more found;
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Discipline more exercised for the suppressing of sin and profaneness; Ordinances kept more pure from sinful mixtures;Discipline more exercised for the suppressing of since and profaneness; Ordinances kept more pure from sinful mixtures;
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when London kept Sabbaths better then now; loved their Godly Ministers more then now; honoured them that were set over her, for their works sake;
when London kept Sabbaths better then now; loved their Godly Ministers more then now; honoured them that were Set over her, for their works sake;
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would have thought nothing too good for a faithful Minister; when Christians loved one another with a dear hearty fervent love;
would have Thought nothing too good for a faithful Minister; when Christians loved one Another with a dear hearty fervent love;
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when there was less Complement, but more real love and affection among Christians;
when there was less Compliment, but more real love and affection among Christians;
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when Christians improved their meetings, converse, Christian Conferences, and other soul-duties to better purpose then now;
when Christians improved their meetings, converse, Christian Conferences, and other soul-duties to better purpose then now;
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not to foolish disputations, or wanton sensual excesses, but to their mutual edification;
not to foolish disputations, or wanton sensual Excesses, but to their mutual edification;
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when they improved their time for comparing their evidences, communicating their experiences, and building up one another in their most holy faith;
when they improved their time for comparing their evidences, communicating their experiences, and building up one Another in their most holy faith;
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when there was more industry in Professors than now, to bring in Converts; when private Christians thought it their duty to be subservient to the work of their Ministers, to bring in others to Christ, especially their Family.
when there was more industry in Professors than now, to bring in Converts; when private Christians Thought it their duty to be subservient to the work of their Ministers, to bring in Others to christ, especially their Family.
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Time was, when more care of Young Converts then now;
Time was, when more care of Young Converts then now;
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when none could have looked out after Religion, but some or other ready to lend them their hand,
when none could have looked out After Religion, but Some or other ready to lend them their hand,
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and shew them the way, explaining it clearly to them;
and show them the Way, explaining it clearly to them;
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but now Young Converts may be snapt into separations and errour, and none looks after them.
but now Young Converts may be snapped into separations and error, and none looks After them.
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Time was, when more care of the truly godly poor; when errour was more odious; when Popery was more hated then now;
Time was, when more care of the truly godly poor; when error was more odious; when Popery was more hated then now;
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when the name of a Toleration would have made Christians to have trembled; when Christians were better acquainted with their Bibles;
when the name of a Toleration would have made Christians to have trembled; when Christians were better acquainted with their Bibles;
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when more time spent in secret Prayer;
when more time spent in secret Prayer;
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when more tender of one anothers Names and Honours, would heal one anothers Reputations, and would spread the lap of Charity over those mis-reports and scandals that might be cast upon them;
when more tender of one another's Names and Honours, would heal one another's Reputations, and would spread the lap of Charity over those misreports and scandals that might be cast upon them;
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when Christians rejoyced more in one anothers good, and mourned in one anothers sufferings; when Christians did more earnestly contend for the faith once delivered to the Saints, &c.
when Christians rejoiced more in one another's good, and mourned in one another's sufferings; when Christians did more earnestly contend for the faith once Delivered to the Saints, etc.
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Oh do you, not onely your first works, but our fore-fathers first works: Be as zealous for God and his truths,
O do you, not only your First works, but our Forefathers First works: Be as zealous for God and his truths,
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as tender, mutually careful of one another, as they. Our fears be very great, but truly our provocations be greater;
as tender, mutually careful of one Another, as they. Our fears be very great, but truly our provocations be greater;
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our dangers are great, but our sins greater:
our dangers Are great, but our Sins greater:
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yet here is a word, here is matter of encouragement, that yet there is Balm in Gilead, Physick of Christs own composition,
yet Here is a word, Here is matter of encouragement, that yet there is Balm in Gilead, Physic of Christ own composition,
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for the reviving and healing of a back-sliding people.
for the reviving and healing of a backsliding people.
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Christians, Christ Jesus is become your Physitian, he hath prescribed you a potion made up of these 3. ingredients, Self-Reflection, Holy Contrition, Thorow Reformation.
Christians, christ jesus is become your physician, he hath prescribed you a potion made up of these 3. ingredients, Self-Reflection, Holy Contrition, Thorough Reformation.
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Christians, now take this Receipt, Christ advises you, if you will not, there is no way but one, Or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy Candlestick.
Christians, now take this Receipt, christ advises you, if you will not, there is no Way but one, Or Else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy Candlestick.
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There is yet a means or two I find in Scripture for the preventing of threatned ruin that hath been very near, that God hath prescribed for a people or person in great danger,
There is yet a means or two I find in Scripture for the preventing of threatened ruin that hath been very near, that God hath prescribed for a people or person in great danger,
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when ready to be cut off and destroyed.
when ready to be Cut off and destroyed.
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Now that which I would commend unto you, in reference to what you should beg of God for England, is,
Now that which I would commend unto you, in Referente to what you should beg of God for England, is,
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First, In your addressing your self to God for that mercy your souls are set upon,
First, In your addressing your self to God for that mercy your Souls Are Set upon,
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and you wrestle with God for, that you would make some special Vow to God.
and you wrestle with God for, that you would make Some special Voelli to God.
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I find the Saints have done so, when reduced to great Straits, not knowing what to do:
I find the Saints have done so, when reduced to great Straits, not knowing what to do:
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Thus Iacob vowed a Vow, saying, If God will be with me, and will keep me in this way that I go,
Thus Iacob vowed a Voelli, saying, If God will be with me, and will keep me in this Way that I go,
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and will give me bread to eat, and raiment to put on, so that I come again to my fathers house in peace;
and will give me bred to eat, and raiment to put on, so that I come again to my Father's house in peace;
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then shall the Lord be my God.
then shall the Lord be my God.
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And this Stone which I here set for • … pillar, shall be Gods house, Gen. 28. 20, 21, 22, The specialed thing Iacob vow, is, that he would continue in the pure worship of his forefathers, that he would still honour God as his God, in that way he would be worshipped;And this Stone which I Here Set for • … pillar, shall be God's house, Gen. 28. 20, 21, 22, The specialed thing Iacob Voelli, is, that he would continue in the pure worship of his Forefathers, that he would still honour God as his God, in that Way he would be worshipped;
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the special thing is, that he would build a house for the worship of God; here he would erect a place of publick worship.
the special thing is, that he would built a house for the worship of God; Here he would erect a place of public worship.
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And thus Israel vowed a vow unto the Lord, and said, if thou wilt indeed deliver this people into my hand,
And thus Israel vowed a Voelli unto the Lord, and said, if thou wilt indeed deliver this people into my hand,
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then I will utterly destroy their Cities. then I will utterly destroy their Cities.
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Numb. 21. 2. They vowed a vow they would not spare any of the enemies of God, it he would deliver them into their hands.
Numb. 21. 2. They vowed a Voelli they would not spare any of the enemies of God, it he would deliver them into their hands.
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Thus Iepthah, Hannah, David, &c. Iudg. 11. 30. 1 Sam. 1 11. Psal. 132, 1, 2. Certainly in times of great distress, 'tis not improper or uncomely,
Thus Jephthah, Hannah, David, etc. Judges 11. 30. 1 Sam. 1 11. Psalm 132, 1, 2. Certainly in times of great distress, it's not improper or uncomely,
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but that which God may expect and take well, that you make some special Vow, if God would prevent your fears;
but that which God may expect and take well, that you make Some special Voelli, if God would prevent your fears;
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if God would continue forfeited mercies, dearer to you then your lives, you would set apart some special thing for God, something for the propagation of the Gospel abroad,
if God would continue forfeited Mercies, Dearer to you then your lives, you would Set apart Some special thing for God, something for the propagation of the Gospel abroad,
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for the maintenance of a godly Ministry at home, for setting up the preaching of the Gospel in the dark co• … ners of the Kingdom, &c. This must have some cautions with it;
for the maintenance of a godly Ministry At home, for setting up the preaching of the Gospel in the dark co• … ners of the Kingdom, etc. This must have Some cautions with it;
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as 1. We must be sure our Vow be of what is in our own power;
as 1. We must be sure our Voelli be of what is in our own power;
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we must not make vows of that which is none of our own, I hate Robbery for burnt• … offerings.
we must not make vows of that which is none of our own, I hate Robbery for burnt• … offerings.
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We must not make a vow.
We must not make a Voelli.
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to God of that which hath been unjustly or untighteously taken away, or withheld from any.
to God of that which hath been unjustly or untighteously taken away, or withheld from any.
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'Tis Sacriledge instead of a Sacrifice. 2. It must be of things warrantable and justifiable by the Word. 3. It must be of such things that we are not bound to do,
It's Sacrilege instead of a Sacrifice. 2. It must be of things warrantable and justifiable by the Word. 3. It must be of such things that we Are not bound to do,
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before vows, by the standing obligation of Religion, and of our Profession;
before vows, by the standing obligation of Religion, and of our Profession;
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but of something that is in our own choice, that we will voluntarily make a free-will offering to God.
but of something that is in our own choice, that we will voluntarily make a freewill offering to God.
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4. We must take heed that we do not entertain a fupe• … itious thought of our own Vows,
4. We must take heed that we do not entertain a fupe• … itious Thought of our own Vows,
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as if we had merited a mercy at Gods hands by our vowes;
as if we had merited a mercy At God's hands by our vows;
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God looks for some special vow at our hands, that we may shew how much we prise and value the mercy we would have, that we would be content to part with any thing,
God looks for Some special Voelli At our hands, that we may show how much we prize and valve the mercy we would have, that we would be content to part with any thing,
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though to the half of our Estate, for it.
though to the half of our Estate, for it.
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2. Another thing I find, is, that in the mean time we should do something by way of extraordinary bounty and charity to the relief of Gods indigent Servants.
2. another thing I find, is, that in the mean time we should do something by Way of extraordinary bounty and charity to the relief of God's indigent Servants.
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Thus the Prophet Daniel, Wherefore, O King• … let my counsel be acceptable to thee;
Thus the Prophet daniel, Wherefore, Oh King• … let my counsel be acceptable to thee;
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Breakoff thy Sins by Righteousness, and thine Iniquities by shewing mercy to the poor, if it may be a lengthening of thy tranquillity, Dan. 4. 27. The Prophet advises him to break off his sins by righteousness, there's Reformation;Breakoff thy Sins by Righteousness, and thine Iniquities by showing mercy to the poor, if it may be a lengthening of thy tranquillity, Dan. 4. 27. The Prophet advises him to break off his Sins by righteousness, there's Reformation;
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& besides Reformation, that he would do something in an extraordinary way to the relief of the poor.
& beside Reformation, that he would do something in an extraordinary Way to the relief of the poor.
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Mercy to the poor, what's that? Interpreters conceive, by the poor here, he understands Gods poor, i. e.Mercy to the poor, what's that? Interpreters conceive, by the poor Here, he understands God's poor, i. e.
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the poor Iews, that were now in the Babylonian Captivity; he advises he would do something by way of sympathy to the Iews, to ease their yoaks and oppressions;
the poor Iews, that were now in the Babylonian Captivity; he advises he would do something by Way of Sympathy to the Iews, to ease their yokes and oppressions;
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break off thy iniquities by pitying & shewing• … mercy to thy poor Captives under thy power now at this time;
break off thy iniquities by pitying & shewing• … mercy to thy poor Captives under thy power now At this time;
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take off their yoak, ease their burdens, and restore them to their liberties again.
take off their yoke, ease their burdens, and restore them to their Liberties again.
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Thus do ye to those that have been the instruments of your Conversion ▪ or Edification, set apart something extraordinary for their relief and supply.
Thus do you to those that have been the Instruments of your Conversion ▪ or Edification, Set apart something extraordinary for their relief and supply.
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The Prophet Daniel seems to advise this to the King, as it were, by way of satisfaction.
The Prophet daniel seems to Advice this to the King, as it were, by Way of satisfaction.
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The• … e be two things in Repentance; in wrongs we have done there must be Confession, and Satisfaction or Restoration:
The• … e be two things in Repentance; in wrongs we have done there must be Confessi, and Satisfaction or Restoration:
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He seems to advise this to make up compleat Repentance;
He seems to Advice this to make up complete Repentance;
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namely, to make Restoration and Retribution of what he had injuriously taken from the Iewes. Oh then!
namely, to make Restoration and Retribution of what he had injuriously taken from the Iewes. O then!
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let me say, without breach of Charity, that whatsoever, except it be in this case of extraordinary supplyes for his poor, it will be found but making Restitution and Satisfaction.
let me say, without breach of Charity, that whatsoever, except it be in this case of extraordinary supplies for his poor, it will be found but making Restitution and Satisfaction.
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It may be upon a two-fold ground.
It may be upon a twofold ground.
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1. With some it may be truly Restitution and Restoration of what he hath taken away by unjust means, God knows how;
1. With Some it may be truly Restitution and Restoration of what he hath taken away by unjust means, God knows how;
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that's between God and their own Souls, what unlawfull means hath been used to augment the heap, and swell their Estate.
that's between God and their own Souls, what unlawful means hath been used to augment the heap, and swell their Estate.
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If there be any that hears me this day, whose Consciences shall tell them, that they have increased their Estate by undue and unwarrantable means;
If there be any that hears me this day, whose Consciences shall tell them, that they have increased their Estate by undue and unwarrantable means;
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Oh Restore• … Restore, break off your Iniquities by shewing mercy, &c. by making Reparation as you can;
O Restore• … Restore, break off your Iniquities by showing mercy, etc. by making Reparation as you can;
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it will be but like Zacheus giving half his goods to the poor, and restoring four ▪ fold, &c. in a liberal Contribution to the poor.
it will be but like Zacchaeus giving half his goods to the poor, and restoring four ▪ fold, etc. in a liberal Contribution to the poor.
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2. It will be Restitution in another sense, in reference to an unjust withholding; some have got injuriously,
2. It will be Restitution in Another sense, in Referente to an unjust withholding; Some have god injuriously,
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and I am afraid too too many have kept injuriously:
and I am afraid too too many have kept injuriously:
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Have we not rob'd the poor by an unjust denying of what God hath commanded us to distribute to their necessities? There is that withholdeth more then is meet, &c. Prov. 3. 17. & 11. 24. It may be God hath given you so much;
Have we not robbed the poor by an unjust denying of what God hath commanded us to distribute to their necessities? There is that withholdeth more then is meet, etc. Curae 3. 17. & 11. 24. It may be God hath given you so much;
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there's God's share, there's the Ministers portion, &c. Now all that you have withheld beyond the Rule of Scripture, is all stoln goods, and,
there's God's share, there's the Ministers portion, etc. Now all that you have withheld beyond the Rule of Scripture, is all stolen goods, and,
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like a Wheat-sheaf on fire, will burn down the whole ba• … n of Corn.
like a Wheat-sheaf on fire, will burn down the Whole ba• … n of Corn.
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That which I would exhort you to, is, Every one to set apart some considerable part of your Estate,
That which I would exhort you to, is, Every one to Set apart Some considerable part of your Estate,
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and account it as a hallowed thing, dedicated to God, as a thing which to touch were Sacriledge;
and account it as a hallowed thing, dedicated to God, as a thing which to touch were Sacrilege;
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that you may be ready on all occasions in all regular and due wayes, to bring out for the relief of the Poor;
that you may be ready on all occasions in all regular and due ways, to bring out for the relief of the Poor;
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you know objects abounding in every place, and you may expect warrantable means for dispensing of what God shall put into your hearts in this matter.
you know objects abounding in every place, and you may expect warrantable means for dispensing of what God shall put into your hearts in this matter.
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Mr. Sclater 's Farewell Sermon. 1 JOHN 5. 1. & • … 1. Whosoever believeth that Iesus is the Christ, is born of God ' and every one that loveth him that begat, loveth him also that is begotten of him.
Mr. Sclater is Farewell Sermon. 1 JOHN 5. 1. & • … 1. Whosoever Believeth that Iesus is the christ, is born of God ' and every one that loves him that begat, loves him also that is begotten of him.
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Little Children, keep your selves from Idols.
Little Children, keep your selves from Idols.
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THis General Doctrine I have already delivered unto you from this Text, which indeed is the marrow and substance of the whole Chapter, That Gospel-believing is a Duty, which they that really perform, are highly priviledged by, to their greatest advantage• …
THis General Doctrine I have already Delivered unto you from this Text, which indeed is the marrow and substance of the Whole Chapter, That Gospel believing is a Duty, which they that really perform, Are highly privileged by, to their greatest advantage• …
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I have spoken concerning Gospel-believing, and that it is a duty, and that they that do really perform it are highly dignified and priviledged by it,
I have spoken Concerning Gospel believing, and that it is a duty, and that they that do really perform it Are highly dignified and privileged by it,
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as hath been made to appear from the Chapter;
as hath been made to appear from the Chapter;
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that which remains to be done, and shall be, as God enables the work of this morning, is, to make improvement of this Doctrine, which is one of the most material and momentous Doctrines that can be preached to us.
that which remains to be done, and shall be, as God enables the work of this morning, is, to make improvement of this Doctrine, which is one of the most material and momentous Doctrines that can be preached to us.
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Gospel-believing it hath most precious priviledges entailed upon it;
Gospel believing it hath most precious privileges entailed upon it;
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whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ, that Jesus is the Son of God, that Jesus is come in the Flesh, is bor• … of God, knows God,
whosoever Believeth that jesus is the christ, that jesus is the Son of God, that jesus is come in the Flesh, is bor• … of God, knows God,
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and shall be eternally blessed of God, and with God; surely then, the World runs upon a very great mistake.
and shall be eternally blessed of God, and with God; surely then, the World runs upon a very great mistake.
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I have hinted something already to that purpose, but I have left the more full discussion and discovery of the matter untill now.
I have hinted something already to that purpose, but I have left the more full discussion and discovery of the matter until now.
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Why, who is there among the generality of common Professors that is not very pregnant to hold forth this to be their Faith? If so be that it should be put to the Question;
Why, who is there among the generality of Common Professors that is not very pregnant to hold forth this to be their Faith? If so be that it should be put to the Question;
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Friend, What is your Faith, what Belief are you of? Why, not one in a thousand, I think,
Friend, What is your Faith, what Belief Are you of? Why, not one in a thousand, I think,
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but will be apt to say, Why truly I will give you this Account: There is a Gospel which is preached among us, and in the World;
but will be apt to say, Why truly I will give you this Account: There is a Gospel which is preached among us, and in the World;
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and this Gospel doth hold forth this for true Doctrine ▪ That Iesus, the Son of Mary, that was born at Bethlehem ▪ is the Christ, is the Messiah which was promised by the Father,
and this Gospel does hold forth this for true Doctrine ▪ That Iesus, the Son of Marry, that was born At Bethlehem ▪ is the christ, is the Messiah which was promised by the Father,
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and which the World did live in expectation of so long;
and which the World did live in expectation of so long;
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This Iesus, I believe is the Son of God, this Iesus I verily believe is come in the Flesh,
This Iesus, I believe is the Son of God, this Iesus I verily believe is come in the Flesh,
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and he is come to be the Saviour of the World;
and he is come to be the Saviour of the World;
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this is the Belief, and that which is the common profession that is made by the generality of people.
this is the Belief, and that which is the Common profession that is made by the generality of people.
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Why, but will you consider now this Text, and other Scriptures which speak fully to this purpose, Whosoever doth believe this, That Iesus is the Christ, the Son of God & that he is come in the Flesh, whosoever believes this, is of God, is born of God.
Why, but will you Consider now this Text, and other Scriptures which speak Fully to this purpose, Whosoever does believe this, That Iesus is the christ, the Son of God & that he is come in the Flesh, whosoever believes this, is of God, is born of God.
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And it doth clearly appear, and may be most convincingly made out, that many thousands that profess their belief concerning these things,
And it does clearly appear, and may be most convincingly made out, that many thousands that profess their belief Concerning these things,
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yet notwithstanding are not born of God. Why certainly, there must needs be a great and gross fallacy in the business;
yet notwithstanding Are not born of God. Why Certainly, there must needs be a great and gross fallacy in the business;
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Gospel-faith and Believing, it is not so common a thing as many take it to be;
Gospelfaith and Believing, it is not so Common a thing as many take it to be;
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and therefore if this be Gospel-faith, and that which doth interest persons in such great and precious priviledges,
and Therefore if this be Gospelfaith, and that which does Interest Persons in such great and precious privileges,
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truly it concerns us to look well to it, that we be not mistaken concerning this Belief.
truly it concerns us to look well to it, that we be not mistaken Concerning this Belief.
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Now this I would say, there is something in it to be considered with respect to the time wherein Christ appeared visibly to the World,
Now this I would say, there is something in it to be considered with respect to the time wherein christ appeared visibly to the World,
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and the after-times wherein the Apostles did hold forth these great Doctrines of the Gospel concerning Christ.
and the Aftertimes wherein the Apostles did hold forth these great Doctrines of the Gospel Concerning christ.
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And this we are to say, that in such a time as that was, when this was the Critical point,
And this we Are to say, that in such a time as that was, when this was the Critical point,
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as it were, the discriminating thing;
as it were, the discriminating thing;
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in such a time for any to make this profession, and to hold forth this to be their Faith,
in such a time for any to make this profession, and to hold forth this to be their Faith,
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and Belief, that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, it was of high signification,
and Belief, that jesus is the christ, the Son of God, it was of high signification,
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and might very well, as to man, beget a comfortable confidence and hope concerning such persons;
and might very well, as to man, beget a comfortable confidence and hope Concerning such Persons;
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that certainly they were born of God, as to man, and according to rational Charity it might be very probable, that in such Persons as did thus believe,
that Certainly they were born of God, as to man, and according to rational Charity it might be very probable, that in such Persons as did thus believe,
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and professe this to be their Faith and Belief, there were some blessed beams upon their Souls;
and profess this to be their Faith and Belief, there were Some blessed beams upon their Souls;
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for, mark ye, it hath been thus in the World, and among the people of it, concerning matters of God and Godliness, that there hath been such and such a Truth, that hath been the Critical Truth, as I said;
for, mark you, it hath been thus in the World, and among the people of it, Concerning matters of God and Godliness, that there hath been such and such a Truth, that hath been the Critical Truth, as I said;
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that hath been, as I may so say, the Shibboleth whereby people are distinguished one from another.
that hath been, as I may so say, the Shibboleth whereby people Are distinguished one from Another.
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I allude to that passage in Iudges concerning the Gileadites: they made a profession of themselves to be such and such,
I allude to that passage in Judges Concerning the Gileadites: they made a profession of themselves to be such and such,
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and they were put to it to pronounce Shibboleth; they that could not speak out the word,
and they were put to it to pronounce Shibboleth; they that could not speak out the word,
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and clearly pronounce it, they were not judged to be the persons that they professed themselves to be;
and clearly pronounce it, they were not judged to be the Persons that they professed themselves to be;
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but they that could do it, held their liberty:
but they that could do it, held their liberty:
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so, sometimes such and such a Doctrine is ordered out to be a distinguishing point, upon the account of the desperate opposition that the World makes against it;
so, sometime such and such a Doctrine is ordered out to be a distinguishing point, upon the account of the desperate opposition that the World makes against it;
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and upon this account the Priests and the Rulers, and the rest of the World were desperately bent against Christ;
and upon this account the Priests and the Rulers, and the rest of the World were desperately bent against christ;
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they called him Jesus, but could not endure him to be called Christ the Son of God;
they called him jesus, but could not endure him to be called christ the Son of God;
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it was an Act and Decree amongst them, That whosoever should confess Jesus to be the Christ, should be put out of the Synagogue, should be excommunicated.
it was an Act and decree among them, That whosoever should confess jesus to be the christ, should be put out of the Synagogue, should be excommunicated.
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Now for persons at such time, wherein it was as much as their Liberty, it may be their Lives were worth, to own that Jesus Christ was the Son of God;
Now for Persons At such time, wherein it was as much as their Liberty, it may be their Lives were worth, to own that jesus christ was the Son of God;
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for persons now at such a time to own this Jesus, that was in so mean a condition, to be the Christ, there is very much in it, infinitely more then for persons now to take up this profession.
for Persons now At such a time to own this jesus, that was in so mean a condition, to be the christ, there is very much in it, infinitely more then for Persons now to take up this profession.
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Why? because this Doctrine hath obtained in the World, and it is a Doctrine among Papists as well as Protestants; there is no such danger now for Persons to be of this Belief.
Why? Because this Doctrine hath obtained in the World, and it is a Doctrine among Papists as well as Protestants; there is no such danger now for Persons to be of this Belief.
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But shall I say this, That for all that, to believe this really according to the right account,
But shall I say this, That for all that, to believe this really according to the right account,
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and true genuine interpretation of Gospel-believing, the Case is the same with them and with us at this day, setting aside the consideration of time and times;
and true genuine Interpretation of Gospel believing, the Case is the same with them and with us At this day, setting aside the consideration of time and times;
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the danger then, and the encouragement now; the Case is the same:
the danger then, and the encouragement now; the Case is the same:
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Gospelbelieving of these truths according to a genuine interpretation of Gospel-believing, it is the same now as then, and then as now:
Gospel believing of these truths according to a genuine Interpretation of Gospel believing, it is the same now as then, and then as now:
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And therefore we must consider and look further. I would put these few things to your consciences:
And Therefore we must Consider and look further. I would put these few things to your Consciences:
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You profess this to be your faith, you believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, that he is come in the flesh;
You profess this to be your faith, you believe that jesus is the christ, the Son of God, that he is come in the Flesh;
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these things you profess to believe, and if you do so indeed, you are highly priviledged people, blessed of God,
these things you profess to believe, and if you do so indeed, you Are highly privileged people, blessed of God,
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and shall be to all Eternity.
and shall be to all Eternity.
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But do you not mistake? Do you believe this, that Jesus is the Christ? How came you by this belief? What account can you give of it? How were you brought over to this Belief? Did you not come to this Faith and Belief by common report? You were born to this Doctrine;
But do you not mistake? Do you believe this, that jesus is the christ? How Come you by this belief? What account can you give of it? How were you brought over to this Belief? Did you not come to this Faith and Belief by Common report? You were born to this Doctrine;
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You look upon it as that which is the benefit you have by your being born in a Nation,
You look upon it as that which is the benefit you have by your being born in a nation,
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and among a People that profess the Name of Christ, and this hath been instilled into you by education,
and among a People that profess the Name of christ, and this hath been instilled into you by education,
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and upon this account you take it:
and upon this account you take it:
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Did you ever buy this truth? It is a truth that Jesus is the Christ,
Did you ever buy this truth? It is a truth that jesus is the christ,
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how came it to be yours? Did you ever buy this truth? Buy it? I say buy it? For the very truth is, we are never able to make out a good Title to any Gospel-truth,
how Come it to be yours? Did you ever buy this truth? Buy it? I say buy it? For the very truth is, we Are never able to make out a good Title to any Gospel truth,
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untill such time as we can say we have bought it: How? why, by serious meditation;
until such time as we can say we have bought it: How? why, by serious meditation;
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studying the Scriptures, searching into them, seriously pondering and weighing of them, crying mightily to God, that he would manifest them to us,
studying the Scriptures, searching into them, seriously pondering and weighing of them, crying mightily to God, that he would manifest them to us,
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and encountring temptations from without, from within;
and encountering temptations from without, from within;
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being at a point willing to engage liberty and estate, and life, and all, for this truth's sake:
being At a point willing to engage liberty and estate, and life, and all, for this truth's sake:
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Can you say, We have pondered, and are so fully satisfied about it, as that if all the world should come in a way of contradiction,
Can you say, We have pondered, and Are so Fully satisfied about it, as that if all the world should come in a Way of contradiction,
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and rise up in opposition to us, and come with fire and sword to beat us out of this truth;
and rise up in opposition to us, and come with fire and sword to beatrice us out of this truth;
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yet we are resolved to stick to it? Can you give such an account of your selves, that you have not taken it up on a common report,
yet we Are resolved to stick to it? Can you give such an account of your selves, that you have not taken it up on a Common report,
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but are able to say, there hath been an inward Revelation made of these things to your souls, that there hath been a sanctified work of the Spirit upon your understandings, that you come to see into the mystery of these Gospel restimonies? Is there an habitual frame of spirit wrought in you, whereby you are carried out to close with every truth of God,
but Are able to say, there hath been an inward Revelation made of these things to your Souls, that there hath been a sanctified work of the Spirit upon your understandings, that you come to see into the mystery of these Gospel restimonies? Is there an habitual frame of Spirit wrought in you, whereby you Are carried out to close with every truth of God,
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and to close with it upon this account, because of a divine authority stampt upon it? When we give assent to common truths,
and to close with it upon this account, Because of a divine Authority stamped upon it? When we give assent to Common truths,
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but not with a common spirit, but in the strength of an inward conviction, we assent to it upon the account of an unction that we have received from the Holy One;
but not with a Common Spirit, but in the strength of an inward conviction, we assent to it upon the account of an unction that we have received from the Holy One;
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and we assent to this and that truth upon the account of a divine authority which we see to be stampt upon it,
and we assent to this and that truth upon the account of a divine Authority which we see to be stamped upon it,
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and withall we find that there are suitable workings of our heart in the loves and desires and delights of them to these truths (as there will be a kindly working of the heart, where there is a right assent suitable to the truths assented to) as,
and withal we find that there Are suitable workings of our heart in the loves and Desires and delights of them to these truths (as there will be a kindly working of the heart, where there is a right assent suitable to the truths assented to) as,
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If there be a threatning, the Soul assents to it, and will tremble before God:
If there be a threatening, the Soul assents to it, and will tremble before God:
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If a promise be made, or a Gospel-revelation, it will be accompanied with a holy rejoycing in God, that ever he should make such a Promise or Revelation;
If a promise be made, or a Gospel revelation, it will be accompanied with a holy rejoicing in God, that ever he should make such a Promise or Revelation;
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and then there will be a holy resolution of spirit, Come what will come, I will never part with this truth.
and then there will be a holy resolution of Spirit, Come what will come, I will never part with this truth.
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I have bought the truth, that was my duty; and having bought it, I will never sell it, that is my duty too:
I have bought the truth, that was my duty; and having bought it, I will never fell it, that is my duty too:
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Can we give such an account as this? But then withall let me a little further improve that which I have already spoken from the Chapter.
Can we give such an account as this? But then withal let me a little further improve that which I have already spoken from the Chapter.
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You say this is your belief, That Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God;
You say this is your belief, That jesus is the christ, the Son of God;
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but, can you give an account of those priviledges that are entailed upon this belief? For you must know that the priviledges which belong to such, will serve as Evidences that they are such.
but, can you give an account of those privileges that Are entailed upon this belief? For you must know that the privileges which belong to such, will serve as Evidences that they Are such.
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Now if you believe, it is your priviledge to be bo• … of God; and this being born of God must be the evidence of this belief;
Now if you believe, it is your privilege to be bo• … of God; and this being born of God must be the evidence of this belief;
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Can you give an account of you being born of God? If you are not born of God, you do not believe, That Jesus is the Christ.
Can you give an account of you being born of God? If you Are not born of God, you do not believe, That jesus is the christ.
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Can you giv• … an account of your overcomming the World? Are yo• … such as are enabled to stand out in opposition to th• … e• … rors,
Can you giv• … an account of your overcoming the World? are yo• … such as Are enabled to stand out in opposition to th• … e• … rors,
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and heresies, and corrupt doctrines and pract• … ses that are in the World? Can you be• … r up agai• … the lust of the eye, the lust of the flesh,
and heresies, and corrupt doctrines and pract• … ses that Are in the World? Can you be• … r up agai• … the lust of the eye, the lust of the Flesh,
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and the pri• … of life? If you are in slavery to the world, in bondage to the beggarly rudiments of the world, you are mistaken, That Jesus is the Christ:
and the pri• … of life? If you Are in slavery to the world, in bondage to the beggarly rudiments of the world, you Are mistaken, That jesus is the christ:
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For he that believeth according to a true interpretation of Gospel-believing, That Jesus is the Christ, doth overcome the world,
For he that Believeth according to a true Interpretation of Gospel believing, That jesus is the christ, does overcome the world,
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and by vertue of this belief he is enabled to get a conquest over the world,
and by virtue of this belief he is enabled to get a conquest over the world,
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and over corruptions that are in it through lust.
and over corruptions that Are in it through lust.
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And then again, You profess to believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God: Oh! but you are able to give an account that you have believed into this Jesus,
And then again, You profess to believe that jesus is the christ, the Son of God: Oh! but you Are able to give an account that you have believed into this jesus,
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and upon this Jesus? for that is it the Text holds forth;
and upon this jesus? for that is it the Text holds forth;
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He that believes that Jesus is the Christ, doth believe on Jesus the Christ ▪ Are you, by vertue of this believing which you profess, drawn out to a closing with Christ? do you roll your selves upon him? own him for Righteousness and Salvation,
He that believes that jesus is the christ, does believe on jesus the christ ▪ are you, by virtue of this believing which you profess, drawn out to a closing with christ? do you roll your selves upon him? own him for Righteousness and Salvation,
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and are willing to yield your selves up in subjection to him? You believe, Jesus to be the Christ;
and Are willing to yield your selves up in subjection to him? You believe, jesus to be the christ;
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but do you believe on that Jesus whom you profess to be the Christ? Now this being thus laid down as a Foundation, I would infer thus,
but do you believe on that jesus whom you profess to be the christ? Now this being thus laid down as a Foundation, I would infer thus,
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and so go on to a farther branch of this Application;
and so go on to a farther branch of this Application;
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Either you do really believe with a Gospel-believing these Truths and Doctrines concerning Christ, or you do not;
Either you do really believe with a Gospel believing these Truths and Doctrines Concerning christ, or you do not;
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Why, they that profess they do, but in truth they do not, there is a clear and manifest contradiction which this profession meets withal,
Why, they that profess they do, but in truth they do not, there is a clear and manifest contradiction which this profession meets withal,
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and that upon the accounts I have formerly given: As alas, this Profession suffers contradiction generally;
and that upon the accounts I have formerly given: As alas, this Profession suffers contradiction generally;
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generally, the Professors of this Faith, that Jesus is the Christ, do clearly make a flat contradiction;
generally, the Professors of this Faith, that jesus is the christ, do clearly make a flat contradiction;
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and I am very confident that there are thousands, that, if they should be put to the Trial, Will you stick to this Truth? If you do, it shall cost you the loss of your Liberty, and Estates;
and I am very confident that there Are thousands, that, if they should be put to the Trial, Will you stick to this Truth? If you do, it shall cost you the loss of your Liberty, and Estates;
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nay, your Life shall go for it.
nay, your Life shall go for it.
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Oh I am very apt to think that you shall have thousands that will turn their backs upon this Profession, renounce this Profession.
O I am very apt to think that you shall have thousands that will turn their backs upon this Profession, renounce this Profession.
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Now concerning such, this I would say.
Now Concerning such, this I would say.
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First, that the Condition of such persons as are not right in Gospel-believing, is a most mournful and miserable Condition;
First, that the Condition of such Persons as Are not right in Gospel believing, is a most mournful and miserable Condition;
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however it may be with them in other respects, yet it is sad to think what a Condition they are in;
however it may be with them in other respects, yet it is sad to think what a Condition they Are in;
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for consider first of all, they that do not perform this Great Duty of Gospel-believing according to the truth and reality of it, I will tell you what they do, they do give God the lye, they do by interpretation tell God to his face, that he is a very Lyar;
for Consider First of all, they that do not perform this Great Duty of Gospel believing according to the truth and reality of it, I will tell you what they do, they do give God the lie, they do by Interpretation tell God to his face, that he is a very Liar;
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and what higher blaspheming can there be than to give the lye to the God of Truth!
and what higher blaspheming can there be than to give the lie to the God of Truth!
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every one will be apt to bless themselves, and say, Oh far be it from me, God forbid that I should be charged with such an horrid impiety as this!
every one will be apt to bless themselves, and say, O Far be it from me, God forbid that I should be charged with such an horrid impiety as this!
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Oh but, Brethren, the very truth is, it is a very common thing, by interpretation to give the lye to God; and all that do not believe according to that Gospel-believing that you have heard, do tell God to his face that he is a Lyar. How doth that appear? Why take a little help, such as I am able to give you;
O but, Brothers, the very truth is, it is a very Common thing, by Interpretation to give the lie to God; and all that do not believe according to that Gospel believing that you have herd, do tell God to his face that he is a Lyar. How does that appear? Why take a little help, such as I am able to give you;
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To profess that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, that he came to be the Saviour of the world, is ordered out to be our Righteousness, is sent of God to preach Liberty to Captives, to heal diseased Souls,
To profess that jesus is the christ, the Son of God, that he Come to be the Saviour of the world, is ordered out to be our Righteousness, is sent of God to preach Liberty to Captives, to heal diseased Souls,
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and to deliver poor Creatures from the bondage of the Devil; these things People generally profess to believe;
and to deliver poor Creatures from the bondage of the devil; these things People generally profess to believe;
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but mark you now, they never come to Christ, nor never set in with him upon this account, and to this purpose;
but mark you now, they never come to christ, nor never Set in with him upon this account, and to this purpose;
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Oh Lord thou art the Jesus, the Annointed of God; I come to thee for life, I am a poor dead Creature, I am in a state of unrighteonsness,
O Lord thou art the jesus, the Anointed of God; I come to thee for life, I am a poor dead Creature, I am in a state of unrighteousness,
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and thon art given to be for Righteousness; Lord, I fly to thee for it, I am a poor diseased creature;
and thon art given to be for Righteousness; Lord, I fly to thee for it, I am a poor diseased creature;
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the Plague is upon my soul, and thou art appointed to heal the Soul of the Plague;
the Plague is upon my soul, and thou art appointed to heal the Soul of the Plague;
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I come to thee for healing. There is not one of thousands that come thus to Christ.
I come to thee for healing. There is not one of thousands that come thus to christ.
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Will you now see how the lye is given to God? I profess for my part, saith one, I know no such matter;
Will you now see how the lie is given to God? I profess for my part, Says one, I know no such matter;
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Jesus is the Christ, and I profess to believe so, and he is appointed of God for such and such things;
jesus is the christ, and I profess to believe so, and he is appointed of God for such and such things;
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he is sent to preach liberty to the Captives; I know not that there is any such bondage. Christ came to save sinners;
he is sent to preach liberty to the Captives; I know not that there is any such bondage. christ Come to save Sinners;
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alas I know no need of any such salvation by him; he came to heal diseased souls;
alas I know no need of any such salvation by him; he Come to heal diseased Souls;
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I am well enough, what need have I of Christ? What is this, but to give the lye to God? He that receiyes not Christ, makes God a lyar;
I am well enough, what need have I of christ? What is this, but to give the lie to God? He that receiyes not christ, makes God a liar;
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for he doth in effect say, Lord thou sayest so and so concerning the World; I know nothing of all this;
for he does in Effect say, Lord thou Sayest so and so Concerning the World; I know nothing of all this;
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and so the lye is given to God;
and so the lie is given to God;
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And is it nothing, to give the lye to the great God, the God of truth? And I tell you while you profess this Jesus to be the Christ, the Son of God,
And is it nothing, to give the lie to the great God, the God of truth? And I tell you while you profess this jesus to be the christ, the Son of God,
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and in the mean time flye not to him;
and in the mean time fly not to him;
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you believe him to be the Son of God, and that all Authority is given unto him,
you believe him to be the Son of God, and that all authority is given unto him,
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and you will not subject to his Authority, why you give the lye to God, and is this nothing?
and you will not Subject to his authority, why you give the lie to God, and is this nothing?
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2. Consider the sad condition of such as believe not according to a right Gospel-believing;
2. Consider the sad condition of such as believe not according to a right Gospel believing;
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they are such as are lyable to the dreadfullest touches from the Devil that possibly can be;
they Are such as Are liable to the Dreadfullest touches from the devil that possibly can be;
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He that believeth is born of God, overcomes the World, and is enabled to keep himself, that the wicked one doth not touch him with a mortiferous touch;
He that Believeth is born of God, overcomes the World, and is enabled to keep himself, that the wicked one does not touch him with a mortiferous touch;
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but I tell thee whatever thou art, that art under the powerof unbelief, thou art in danger of a dreadfull touch from the Prince of darkness;
but I tell thee whatever thou art, that art under the powerof unbelief, thou art in danger of a dreadful touch from the Prince of darkness;
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and if thou livest and diest in a state of unbelief, thou wilt fall under the power of condemnation.
and if thou Livest and Dies in a state of unbelief, thou wilt fallen under the power of condemnation.
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Remember what our Saviour speaks, and consider well of it, You stand out in opposition to my Doctrine;
remember what our Saviour speaks, and Consider well of it, You stand out in opposition to my Doctrine;
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but I tell you, Except you believe that I am He, you shall dye in your sins; A dreadful word!but I tell you, Except you believe that I am He, you shall die in your Sins; A dreadful word!
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you shall die in your sins, and what then, be damned eternally. This is the condition of all such as are in a state of unbelief:you shall die in your Sins, and what then, be damned eternally. This is the condition of all such as Are in a state of unbelief:
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but then, on the other hand, in case we be able to give a good account of our believing that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and of our believing on him concerning whom these Testimonies are given, Oh what cause have all such to rejoyce in their condition!
but then, on the other hand, in case we be able to give a good account of our believing that jesus is the christ, the Son of God, and of our believing on him Concerning whom these Testimonies Are given, O what cause have all such to rejoice in their condition!
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The condition of such persons is happy beyond all expression and comprehension, who have owned these Truths, owned that Jesus of whom the faithful Testimonies are given.
The condition of such Persons is happy beyond all expression and comprehension, who have owned these Truths, owned that jesus of whom the faithful Testimonies Are given.
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Now all the Chapter, according to the account I have given you, comes in to the purpose of comforting and rejoycing the heart of such Persons. Here is your comfort now;
Now all the Chapter, according to the account I have given you, comes in to the purpose of comforting and rejoicing the heart of such Persons. Here is your Comfort now;
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really believing according to a right interpretation of Gospel-believing, this is your priviledge, you are the Persons that are born from above, you are the Persons that shall be enabled to over come the World, to bear up against all opposition that Men and Devils can make against you;
really believing according to a right Interpretation of Gospel believing, this is your privilege, you Are the Persons that Are born from above, you Are the Persons that shall be enabled to over come the World, to bear up against all opposition that Men and Devils can make against you;
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you are the Persons that have the Witness within you, and you shall be able to bear up against all the contradictions of Sinners;
you Are the Persons that have the Witness within you, and you shall be able to bear up against all the contradictions of Sinners;
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you are the Persons that have Christ, and have eternal life by him: you shall have it; nay, you have it already.
you Are the Persons that have christ, and have Eternal life by him: you shall have it; nay, you have it already.
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He that believeth on the Son of God, hath eternal life; He that Believeth on the Son of God, hath Eternal life;
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he hath it in the beginnings of it, and shall have it in the compleat state of it;
he hath it in the beginnings of it, and shall have it in the complete state of it;
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being brought over to Gospelbelieving, you may come with boldness to God in a way of prayer, with holy confidence that whatever else you ask believing, you shall have a good account of it;
being brought over to Gospel believing, you may come with boldness to God in a Way of prayer, with holy confidence that whatever Else you ask believing, you shall have a good account of it;
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God doth not neglect any believing prayer of a believing soul:God does not neglect any believing prayer of a believing soul:
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And all the Priviledges of the Gospel are entailed upon you, and you are entitled unto them;
And all the Privileges of the Gospel Are entailed upon you, and you Are entitled unto them;
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and you shall have the Benefit of them while you live, and when you die unto all Eternity.
and you shall have the Benefit of them while you live, and when you die unto all Eternity.
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Well may it be said of such a Person, Blessed is he and she, that hath believed with a Gospel-believing Gospel-Truths and Testimonies concerning Christ,
Well may it be said of such a Person, Blessed is he and she, that hath believed with a Gospel believing Gospel truths and Testimonies Concerning christ,
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and on Christ, on whom those Testimonies are given;
and on christ, on whom those Testimonies Are given;
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for there shall be a full and perfect accomplishment of whatever God hath spoken with his mouth concerning such.
for there shall be a full and perfect accomplishment of whatever God hath spoken with his Mouth Concerning such.
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And then lastly, If the Grace of God hath brought us over to a closing with Christ, of whom these truths and testimonies are given;
And then lastly, If the Grace of God hath brought us over to a closing with christ, of whom these truths and testimonies Are given;
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why, the last Branch of the Application is but this, That you would but justifie your Believing,
why, the last Branch of the Application is but this, That you would but justify your Believing,
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and labour to manifest the reality of your Believing according to the Gospel by a suitable walking;
and labour to manifest the reality of your Believing according to the Gospel by a suitable walking;
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This is that that shall be the cloling up of this Application. Oh Brethren, Let us consider well:
This is that that shall be the cloling up of this Application. O Brothers, Let us Consider well:
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our Saviour tells us in Mat. 11. Wisdom is justified of her Children.
our Saviour tells us in Mathew 11. Wisdom is justified of her Children.
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Why, if ever we mean to approve our selves to be Wisdom's children, our care must be for to give in our Justification of Wisdom's sayings,
Why, if ever we mean to approve our selves to be Wisdom's children, our care must be for to give in our Justification of Wisdom's sayings,
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and for to carry it in a congruousness and suitableness unto that Gospel-believing which we profess to be by grace brought over to.
and for to carry it in a congruousness and suitableness unto that Gospel believing which we profess to be by grace brought over to.
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Why, but what is that, you will say? Why, consider the Text, and see what remains of the Chapter.
Why, but what is that, you will say? Why, Consider the Text, and see what remains of the Chapter.
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I shall make it out, give it up to you in this way:
I shall make it out, give it up to you in this Way:
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Why, First of all this is one special Duty that lies upon you, That you would study your Mercy,
Why, First of all this is one special Duty that lies upon you, That you would study your Mercy,
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and know what God hath been to you, and done for you, and how highly you are dignified,
and know what God hath been to you, and done for you, and how highly you Are dignified,
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and not to be alwayes in a fluctuating state; and upon the questioning and disputing point;
and not to be always in a fluctuating state; and upon the questioning and disputing point;
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but to come to some well grounded confidence;
but to come to Some well grounded confidence;
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that you may be able to say, We know that this and that is our condition,
that you may be able to say, We know that this and that is our condition,
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and this and that is our dignified priviledge that we are planted under.
and this and that is our dignified privilege that we Are planted under.
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Do but mark how the Point in hand doth charge this upon us, in the thirteenth verse of this Chapter, These things have I written to you that believe on the Name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have Eternal Life.
Do but mark how the Point in hand does charge this upon us, in the thirteenth verse of this Chapter, These things have I written to you that believe on the Name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have Eternal Life.
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Here is your duty according to what the Text it self doth charge upon you;
Here is your duty according to what the Text it self does charge upon you;
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if you be such as by grace are brought over to a Gospel-believing, the Apostle Iohn that did write this Epistle,
if you be such as by grace Are brought over to a Gospel believing, the Apostle John that did write this Epistle,
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and I, from it, preach unto you into the Name of the Lord, and by authority from him, tha• … this is your duty, to know that you are Persons that have Eternal Life, that you are such as Christ by his blood hath made a purchase of Eternal Life for;
and I, from it, preach unto you into the Name of the Lord, and by Authority from him, tha• … this is your duty, to know that you Are Persons that have Eternal Life, that you Are such as christ by his blood hath made a purchase of Eternal Life for;
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that he hath by his blood once for all entred into the Holy place, that is not made with hands, that he might prepare for you,
that he hath by his blood once for all entered into the Holy place, that is not made with hands, that he might prepare for you,
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and that youmight have, the possession of those blessed mansions that he hath made preparation of.
and that youmight have, the possession of those blessed mansions that he hath made preparation of.
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Eternal Life it is yours, and you may be bold to claim it, and you are bound to hope and rejoyce in the expectation of the full enjoyment of it,
Eternal Life it is yours, and you may be bold to claim it, and you Are bound to hope and rejoice in the expectation of the full enjoyment of it,
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and not to be alwayes upon the question, and disputing point, but to go on with a holy confidence towards God, according to what the Apostle expresses, 1 C• … r. 2. We know, that when this Earthly Tabernacle shall be dissolved, we shall have an house not made with hands, &c.
and not to be always upon the question, and disputing point, but to go on with a holy confidence towards God, according to what the Apostle Expresses, 1 C• … r. 2. We know, that when this Earthly Tabernacle shall be dissolved, we shall have an house not made with hands, etc.
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But then a second thing that I have to charge upon you, is this;
But then a second thing that I have to charge upon you, is this;
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That you would acknowledge with all thankfulness and enlargedness of heart to God, the riches of his mercy,
That you would acknowledge with all thankfulness and Enlargedness of heart to God, the riches of his mercy,
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and grace to you, that hath been pleased to cull you out of an unbelieving world,
and grace to you, that hath been pleased to cull you out of an unbelieving world,
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and bring you over to the Gospel, and to the participations that are by Christ, according to the Gospel:
and bring you over to the Gospel, and to the participations that Are by christ, according to the Gospel:
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Oh! This you should set your hearts upon, by admiring the riches of God's grace;
Oh! This you should Set your hearts upon, by admiring the riches of God's grace;
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and say, Lord, Why shouldst thou manifest thy self to me, and not to the world!
and say, Lord, Why Shouldst thou manifest thy self to me, and not to the world!
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That many thousands should live and die in the total ignorance of Christ, and the Gospel-mysteries,
That many thousands should live and die in the total ignorance of christ, and the Gospel mysteries,
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or else live and die in an empty profession; and yet that God should be pleased to pitch upon me!
or Else live and die in an empty profession; and yet that God should be pleased to pitch upon me!
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This is that that the Text doth hint unto us in the nineteenth verse of this Chapter.
This is that that the Text does hint unto us in the nineteenth verse of this Chapter.
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Oh! saith he, in a triumphing manner, We know that we are of God, and that the whole world lies in wickedness:
Oh! Says he, in a triumphing manner, We know that we Are of God, and that the Whole world lies in wickedness:
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Oh! our mercies and the riches of grace that hath appeared to us, while the whole world that lies in wickedness, is put into the Malignant evil One, lies in the Devil;
Oh! our Mercies and the riches of grace that hath appeared to us, while the Whole world that lies in wickedness, is put into the Malignant evil One, lies in the devil;
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for he is the malignant evil one, while the whole world lies in the Devil in malignity!
for he is the malignant evil one, while the Whole world lies in the devil in malignity!
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Oh! It is a sad condition infinitely more sad than for a man to lie in the most noisomest stinking ditch, or in the loathsomest kennel;
Oh! It is a sad condition infinitely more sad than for a man to lie in the most noisomest stinking ditch, or in the loathsomest kennel;
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why this is that that heightens the mercy to poor souls that are called by grace according to the purpose of God, that while the whole world lies in wickedness,
why this is that that heightens the mercy to poor Souls that Are called by grace according to the purpose of God, that while the Whole world lies in wickedness,
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and so are like to lie;
and so Are like to lie;
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yea, and to lie in hell to all Eternity, that God should please to lay you in the bosom of his Son,
yea, and to lie in hell to all Eternity, that God should please to lay you in the bosom of his Son,
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and to take you into the arms of his mercy; this is that that should heighten our thankfulness.
and to take you into the arms of his mercy; this is that that should heighten our thankfulness.
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I may make use of that expression which we find in Acts 14. when.
I may make use of that expression which we find in Acts 14. when.
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Paul and Barnabas came unto a company of Heathens, and they saw what great things were done by them,Paul and Barnabas Come unto a company of heathens, and they saw what great things were done by them,
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and took notice of the gracious spirit that they discovered; sure ▪ say they, The Gods are come among us in the likeness of men.
and took notice of the gracious Spirit that they discovered; sure ▪ say they, The God's Are come among us in the likeness of men.
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Considering the state of times, and what an height of wickedness many at this day are grown up unto, the dreadful swearing, blaspheming of God and his ways:
Considering the state of times, and what an height of wickedness many At this day Are grown up unto, the dreadful swearing, blaspheming of God and his ways:
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Truly, judge of it your selves, Whether we may not say, The devils are come among us in the likeness of men. Why now, oh!
Truly, judge of it your selves, Whither we may not say, The Devils Are come among us in the likeness of men. Why now, o!
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How should we heighten our love and thankfulness to God, that should please in free grace to bring us over to close with Jesus Christ!
How should we heighten our love and thankfulness to God, that should please in free grace to bring us over to close with jesus christ!
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But then fourthly, As many as are brought over to Gospel-believing, this is your duty, To study and endeavour, what you can, your advantages in Faith; and so the Apostle gives it in charge here in the Chapter in verse 13. These things have I written to you that believe on the Name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life,
But then fourthly, As many as Are brought over to Gospel believing, this is your duty, To study and endeavour, what you can, your advantages in Faith; and so the Apostle gives it in charge Here in the Chapter in verse 13. These things have I written to you that believe on the Name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have Eternal life,
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and that you may believe on the Son of God. This is that you should set about.and that you may believe on the Son of God. This is that you should Set about.
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If God hath brought you over to a closing with Christ, and an embracing of the testimonies concerning him, believe more and more, labour for your advancement,
If God hath brought you over to a closing with christ, and an embracing of the testimonies Concerning him, believe more and more, labour for your advancement,
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and let it be your Prayer, Good Lord increase our Faith:
and let it be your Prayer, Good Lord increase our Faith:
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Labour that you may be clear in your apprehensions of Gospel-mysteries, and that you may be more strong in your adherence to Christ, of whom those Gospel-testimonies are given,
Labour that you may be clear in your apprehensions of Gospel mysteries, and that you may be more strong in your adherence to christ, of whom those Gospel-testimonies Are given,
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and that you may not only come to have an adhering-faith, but to an assuring-faith; that you may not be like waves tossed and tumbled up and down;
and that you may not only come to have an adhering-faith, but to an assuring-faith; that you may not be like waves tossed and tumbled up and down;
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but that you may come to be rooted, and established, and grounded in your faith;
but that you may come to be rooted, and established, and grounded in your faith;
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that you may not come to be unsetled by ▪ Heresie, corrupt Doctrines, or the Apostacy of others,
that you may not come to be unsettled by ▪ Heresy, corrupt Doctrines, or the Apostasy of Others,
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but that you may be stedfast and unmoveable. Yet further, fifthly:
but that you may be steadfast and Unmovable. Yet further, fifthly:
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This is to be given in charge to such as do believe according to the Gospel, that they carry it sutably to a believing state,
This is to be given in charge to such as do believe according to the Gospel, that they carry it suitably to a believing state,
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as in those particulars that I have insisted upon, so in a deportment congruous and sutable to the priviledges which belong to believing: You are born of God;
as in those particulars that I have insisted upon, so in a deportment congruous and suitable to the privileges which belong to believing: You Are born of God;
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carry it as men and women that are so indeed:
carry it as men and women that Are so indeed:
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What! Born of God, the Sons and Daughters of God? What! and not live according to God? and not study conformity to God? I remember, what he speaks there concerning Amnon, How is it, that thou being the Kings Son, art lean from day to day? How is it, that we that profess to be the Sons and Daughters of God, are lean and lank, not more improved? that we do not shew forth God, and express Christ? This lies in the beginning of the Chapter, If you be born of God, remember that you be born of him that is the God of Love;
What! Born of God, the Sons and Daughters of God? What! and not live according to God? and not study conformity to God? I Remember, what he speaks there Concerning Amnon, How is it, that thou being the Kings Son, art lean from day to day? How is it, that we that profess to be the Sons and Daughters of God, Are lean and lank, not more improved? that we do not show forth God, and express christ? This lies in the beginning of the Chapter, If you be born of God, Remember that you be born of him that is the God of Love;
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And therefore you are to manifest this birth, and your believing, and your being born of God, by loving God, and by loving them that are born of God: He that believeth is born of God;
And Therefore you Are to manifest this birth, and your believing, and your being born of God, by loving God, and by loving them that Are born of God: He that Believeth is born of God;
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and he that loveth him that begat, loveth him that is begotten of him. The God of Love, doth beget a People of Love;and he that loves him that begat, loves him that is begotten of him. The God of Love, does beget a People of Love;
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a loving God, a loving People: And this is that that you should express your Believing by, and your Adoption by;
a loving God, a loving People: And this is that that you should express your Believing by, and your Adoption by;
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by the Love you bear to God, and the children of God.
by the Love you bear to God, and the children of God.
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A hatefull spitefull spirit, where it doth discover it self, speaks those persons not to be born of God, but of the Devill, carry it as Believers,
A hateful spiteful Spirit, where it does discover it self, speaks those Persons not to be born of God, but of the devil, carry it as Believers,
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as persons of God, by studying a conformity to God, and by keeping his Commandments, subjecting your selves to his Authority;
as Persons of God, by studying a conformity to God, and by keeping his commandments, subjecting your selves to his authority;
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not living according to your own Lusts; but according to the Lawes and Rules which God hath given you:
not living according to your own Lustiest; but according to the Laws and Rules which God hath given you:
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saith the Apostle here, This is the Love of God, that we keep his Commandements: It is not love in Word, and in Tongue, but in reality;
Says the Apostle Here, This is the Love of God, that we keep his commandments: It is not love in Word, and in Tongue, but in reality;
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a love discovering it self by a consciencious care to hold conformity to all the Will of God: And if any should object, This is a hard saying, Who can bear it? saith the Apostle;
a love discovering it self by a conscientious care to hold conformity to all the Will of God: And if any should Object, This is a hard saying, Who can bear it? Says the Apostle;
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No such matter, there is never a Believing Soul will say, The Commandements of Christ are grievous or burdensome;
No such matter, there is never a Believing Soul will say, The commandments of christ Are grievous or burdensome;
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no, they are leight to them that are brought over to the faith of the Gospel.
no, they Are Light to them that Are brought over to the faith of the Gospel.
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And the last thing I have to charge upon you, upon the account of your Gospel-believing,
And the last thing I have to charge upon you, upon the account of your Gospel believing,
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and being brought over to a closing with Christ, it is this, (and so, upon the matter, I have given you an account of the substance of this precious Chapter, having reduced it to that general Doctrine I propounded before:) I say, the last thing is this, That you would walk suitable to a Believing state, by being very carefull concerning your Worships that you do perform, that they be according to God, and according to the Gospel; and this is that which the Apostle closes the Chapter withall, in the 21 Verse, Little Children, keep your selves from Idols, Amen.
and being brought over to a closing with christ, it is this, (and so, upon the matter, I have given you an account of the substance of this precious Chapter, having reduced it to that general Doctrine I propounded before:) I say, the last thing is this, That you would walk suitable to a Believing state, by being very careful Concerning your Worships that you do perform, that they be according to God, and according to the Gospel; and this is that which the Apostle closes the Chapter withal, in the 21 Verse, Little Children, keep your selves from Idols, Amen.
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As I take it, in the former Translation, it was Babes, Babes, keep your selves from Idols; Here it is, Little Children.
As I take it, in the former translation, it was Babes, Babes, keep your selves from Idols; Here it is, Little Children.
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I observe, in this Epistle, the Apostle makes a distinction of Believers into three Ranks,
I observe, in this Epistle, the Apostle makes a distinction of Believers into three Ranks,
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as you shall find in the second Chapter, I write unto you Little Children, I write unto you Young men,
as you shall find in the second Chapter, I write unto you Little Children, I write unto you Young men,
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and I write unto you Fathers; in the close of the Epistle, he concludes with this Charge, to Little Children. Now,and I write unto you Father's; in the close of the Epistle, he concludes with this Charge, to Little Children. Now,
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whether he includes all the rest under this Title of Little Children, I forbear to dispute:
whither he includes all the rest under this Title of Little Children, I forbear to dispute:
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But sure I am, it is a duty lies upon one and other, whether they be Babes,
But sure I am, it is a duty lies upon one and other, whither they be Babes,
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or Young men, or Aged Fathers in Christ;
or Young men, or Aged Father's in christ;
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Whatever our rank and condition be, I am sure of this, This is a great Duty that lies upon all that will approve themselves in Godliness,
Whatever our rank and condition be, I am sure of this, This is a great Duty that lies upon all that will approve themselves in Godliness,
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and to be brought over to the faith of the Gospel, that they look to their Worships,
and to be brought over to the faith of the Gospel, that they look to their Worships,
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and that they take heed of Idols;
and that they take heed of Idols;
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as if he should say, He that is born of God, he keeps himself that the wicked One doth not touch him.
as if he should say, He that is born of God, he keeps himself that the wicked One does not touch him.
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Oh Little Children, shew forth that spiritual Ability that by grace you are furnished withal, by being able to keep your selves from Idols.
O Little Children, show forth that spiritual Ability that by grace you Are furnished withal, by being able to keep your selves from Idols.
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It might be said, What is this to us? Are we in danger of Idols? True,
It might be said, What is this to us? are we in danger of Idols? True,
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well might the Apostle give in such a Charge to them in those times, when the greatest part of the World were in a state of Heathenism,
well might the Apostle give in such a Charge to them in those times, when the greatest part of the World were in a state of Heathenism,
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and in estrangement from Christ, and the mysteries of the Gospel;
and in estrangement from christ, and the Mysteres of the Gospel;
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But this I say, It doth really concern Christians in Gospel-times, that have had the breakings out of the Gospel-light,
But this I say, It does really concern Christians in Gospel times, that have had the breakings out of the Gospel light,
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and the knowledge of Gospel-mysteries, to be careful of this Charge, that they keep themselves from Idols.
and the knowledge of Gospel mysteries, to be careful of this Charge, that they keep themselves from Idols.
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There were the Idols of the Heathens;
There were the Idols of the heathens;
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grant it, and so still there are a generation of People that our Souls should mourn over to consider their state, that are wrapt up in ignorance of God, know nothing of the true God,
grant it, and so still there Are a generation of People that our Souls should mourn over to Consider their state, that Are wrapped up in ignorance of God, know nothing of the true God,
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and of our Lord Jesus Christ; and it is the state and condition of the Jews at this day;
and of our Lord jesus christ; and it is the state and condition of the jews At this day;
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and what a sad condition are they in! Grant it, that they do not worship Idols after the manner of the Heathens;
and what a sad condition Are they in! Grant it, that they do not worship Idols After the manner of the heathens;
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yet they worship not the true God, because they worship not God in Christ:
yet they worship not the true God, Because they worship not God in christ:
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for, saith the Apostle, Whoever sins, and abideth not in the Doctrine of Christ, he hath not God;
for, Says the Apostle, Whoever Sins, and Abideth not in the Doctrine of christ, he hath not God;
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He that abides in the Doctrine of the Christ, he hath the Father and the Son: He that abides in the Doctrine of the christ, he hath the Father and the Son:
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And so the Jews at this day, they not abiding, not owning the Doctrine of Christ, they have not God,
And so the jews At this day, they not abiding, not owning the Doctrine of christ, they have not God,
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because they have not the Father and the Son; this is their condition:
Because they have not the Father and the Son; this is their condition:
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And thus, I say, there were not only the Idols of the Heathens, Oh! but sadly be it spoken, there are Idols among Persons pretending to Christ,
And thus, I say, there were not only the Idols of the heathens, Oh! but sadly be it spoken, there Are Idols among Persons pretending to christ,
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and Gospelfaith, and the Doctrine concerning Grace by Jesus Christ.
and Gospelfaith, and the Doctrine Concerning Grace by jesus christ.
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How many Idols and Idolaters are there? I might tell you, the Covetous person 〈 ◊ 〉 an Idolater, the Voluptuous person;
How many Idols and Idolaters Are there? I might tell you, the Covetous person 〈 ◊ 〉 an Idolater, the Voluptuous person;
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and the Self ▪ justit• … ary sets up his own Righteousness, and Idolizeth that: But I say this, there are Idols among Christians;
and the Self ▪ justit• … ary sets up his own Righteousness, and Idolizes that: But I say this, there Are Idols among Christians;
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Pap• … sts hold forth the Name of Christ;
Pap• … sts hold forth the Name of christ;
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but yet what woful Idolatry there is among them? There was the Dragon-worship in the time of the Heathens,
but yet what woeful Idolatry there is among them? There was the Dragon-worship in the time of the heathens,
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and in the room of that, there is come up the Beast-worship, and of that Worship the generality of the world runs upon;
and in the room of that, there is come up the Beast-worship, and of that Worship the generality of the world runs upon;
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and it concerns us to keep from Popish Idolatry, it being the grossest Idolatry that ever was,
and it concerns us to keep from Popish Idolatry, it being the Grossest Idolatry that ever was,
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because there is the fairest pretence of worshipping JESUS, and yet they turn him into an Idol.
Because there is the Fairest pretence of worshipping JESUS, and yet they turn him into an Idol.
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What else means their worshipping and bowing to Images, their breaden gods, and the like? Oh! therefore it concerns us to keep our selves from Idols;
What Else means their worshipping and bowing to Images, their breaden God's, and the like? Oh! Therefore it concerns us to keep our selves from Idols;
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And there is a Scripture, if it were but well studied, would cause trembling of Heart,
And there is a Scripture, if it were but well studied, would cause trembling of Heart,
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and make all that have any care of their Souls to look about them; that Scripture I refer you to, it is in Revel. 13. compared with the 20th.
and make all that have any care of their Souls to look about them; that Scripture I refer you to, it is in Revel. 13. compared with the 20th.
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In Revel. 13. 11. whereas before there was Dragon-worship, it is said here, I beheld another Beast comming out of the Earth,
In Revel. 13. 11. whereas before there was Dragon-worship, it is said Here, I beheld Another Beast coming out of the Earth,
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and he had two Horns like a Lamb, and he spake as a Dragon, and he exerciseth all the Power of the first Beast before him,
and he had two Horns like a Lamb, and he spoke as a Dragon, and he Exerciseth all the Power of the First Beast before him,
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and causeth the Earth, and them that dwell therein, to worship the first Beast, whose deadly wound was healed: and Causes the Earth, and them that dwell therein, to worship the First Beast, whose deadly wound was healed:
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now look at the 8. verse, saith he, And all the dwellers upon the Earth shall worship him, whose names are not written in the Book of life, of the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world.
now look At the 8. verse, Says he, And all the dwellers upon the Earth shall worship him, whose names Are not written in the Book of life, of the Lamb slave from the Foundation of the world.
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Oh! it is a terrible word, and that that should make us to fear and tremble,
Oh! it is a terrible word, and that that should make us to Fear and tremble,
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lest in any kind we should be drawn into the Worship of the Beast;
lest in any kind we should be drawn into the Worship of the Beast;
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for as many as were not written in the Book of Life of the Lamb, they were drawn into the Worship of the Beast.
for as many as were not written in the Book of Life of the Lamb, they were drawn into the Worship of the Beast.
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This is that that should make us keep our selves from Idols, from whatsoever hath but so much as a Tincture of Superstition and Idolatry;
This is that that should make us keep our selves from Idols, from whatsoever hath but so much as a Tincture of Superstition and Idolatry;
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and the rather, considering that other Scripture in the 20th. of the Revelation, and the last verse, And whosoever was not found written in the Book of life, was cast into the lake of fire;
and the rather, considering that other Scripture in the 20th. of the Revelation, and the last verse, And whosoever was not found written in the Book of life, was cast into the lake of fire;
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All that are not written in the Lambs Book of life, are prevailed to perform the worship with the Beast;
All that Are not written in the Lambs Book of life, Are prevailed to perform the worship with the Beast;
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and not being writ there, must be tumbled into the Lake for ever. This therefore concerns us, to keep from Idolatry, from whatsoever hath a tendency that way,
and not being writ there, must be tumbled into the Lake for ever. This Therefore concerns us, to keep from Idolatry, from whatsoever hath a tendency that Way,
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and that hath any tincture of Superstition upon it;
and that hath any tincture of Superstition upon it;
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and consider with your selves, that our Duty is in matters of Worship, and in things concerning the Worship of God, to see to it, that we keep a humble dependance upon God, that we walk not according to the will of men, but according to God;
and Consider with your selves, that our Duty is in matters of Worship, and in things Concerning the Worship of God, to see to it, that we keep a humble dependence upon God, that we walk not according to the will of men, but according to God;
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You were bought with a price, be not Servants of Men. We are to walk by a Line, by a Plummet;You were bought with a price, be not Servants of Men. We Are to walk by a Line, by a Plummet;
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and what is not warranted by the Word of God, or maintainable by Arguments drawn from it, we should not close with.
and what is not warranted by the Word of God, or maintainable by Arguments drawn from it, we should not close with.
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And for the closing up of all, do but consider how this Chapter, and the things that I have spoken to you,
And for the closing up of all, do but Consider how this Chapter, and the things that I have spoken to you,
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and preached from it, how they do all influence this Exhortation, Little children, keep your selves from Idols, see to it, that you approve your selves in holy worship to God, and the Lord Jesus.
and preached from it, how they do all influence this Exhortation, Little children, keep your selves from Idols, see to it, that you approve your selves in holy worship to God, and the Lord jesus.
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Do but argue thus, You profess to be Believers;
Do but argue thus, You profess to be Believers;
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and is it not your duty to answer to this profession? Your Faith is a pure Faith, and an obediential Grace;
and is it not your duty to answer to this profession? Your Faith is a pure Faith, and an obediential Grace;
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it is a Grace that will tutour you to hang upon Christ, and his Appointments, and Institutions:
it is a Grace that will tutor you to hang upon christ, and his Appointments, and Institutions:
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And therefore, being Believers, study to keep your selves from Idols, and whatever is not consonant to the will of God concerning Worship.
And Therefore, being Believers, study to keep your selves from Idols, and whatever is not consonant to the will of God Concerning Worship.
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You believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; keep your selves from Idols in this respect;
You believe that jesus is the christ, the Son of God; keep your selves from Idols in this respect;
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for he is come into the World, and hath shewed the pattern of his House: And then, You are born of God;
for he is come into the World, and hath showed the pattern of his House: And then, You Are born of God;
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carry it like a people that are born of God, that are highborn, and credit your holy Profession, by keeping a dependance upon that God of whom you are born:
carry it like a people that Are born of God, that Are highborn, and credit your holy Profession, by keeping a dependence upon that God of whom you Are born:
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And then, being Believers, you are born of God, and have overcome the world, and therefore shew forth your Heroick spirit, by standing out in opposition to Idols,
And then, being Believers, you Are born of God, and have overcome the world, and Therefore show forth your Heroic Spirit, by standing out in opposition to Idols,
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and whatever is contrary to sound Doctrin, and the power of godliness.
and whatever is contrary to found Doctrine, and the power of godliness.
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You have an Unction from the Holy One, and this engages you to look to it, that you keep your selves from Idols;
You have an Unction from the Holy One, and this engages you to look to it, that you keep your selves from Idols;
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And then we know (saith he) that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true; And then we know (Says he) that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true;
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and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Iesus Christ. And thereupon he brings in this, Little children, keep your selves from Idols: and we Are in him that is true, even in his Son Iesus christ. And thereupon he brings in this, Little children, keep your selves from Idols:
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as if he should say, This is the true God, God in Christ, Jesus Christ the Son of the Father, this is the true God,
as if he should say, This is the true God, God in christ, jesus christ the Son of the Father, this is the true God,
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and he hath eternal life with him;
and he hath Eternal life with him;
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other Gods are false gods, and what benefit will you have by following them, and performing worship to them? Nothing but eternal death;
other God's Are false God's, and what benefit will you have by following them, and performing worship to them? Nothing but Eternal death;
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false gods can bestow no eternal life upon you; but this is the true God, and he can give you eternal life;
false God's can bestow no Eternal life upon you; but this is the true God, and he can give you Eternal life;
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And therefore, Little children, keep your selves from Idols. And now yet one word more. I would not occasion any discomposure of spirit that is not becoming you;
And Therefore, Little children, keep your selves from Idols. And now yet one word more. I would not occasion any discomposure of Spirit that is not becoming you;
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But this I must say, for ought I know, You have the words of a Dying man;
But this I must say, for ought I know, You have the words of a Dying man;
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and we use to say, that the words of Dying men they are 〈 ◊ 〉 to take somewhat a deep impression;
and we use to say, that the words of Dying men they Are 〈 ◊ 〉 to take somewhat a deep impression;
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I mean, a Dying man, not in properness of speech according to nature;
I mean, a Dying man, not in properness of speech according to nature;
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and yet, if it should be so, I hope there would be cause of rejoycing on my part;
and yet, if it should be so, I hope there would be cause of rejoicing on my part;
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But I speak the words of a Dying man in respect of Ministerial Office. I suppose you all know there is an Act come forth by Supream Authority;
But I speak the words of a Dying man in respect of Ministerial Office. I suppose you all know there is an Act come forth by Supreme authority;
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and it is not for us to quarrel at all, but to submit to it, and hold correspondency with it, so far as we can with a good Conscience;
and it is not for us to quarrel At all, but to submit to it, and hold correspondency with it, so Far as we can with a good Conscience;
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and there being many Injunctions that many, besides my self, cannot comply withall, therefore we are willing to submit to the penalty inflicted. This, I say:
and there being many Injunctions that many, beside my self, cannot comply withal, Therefore we Are willing to submit to the penalty inflicted. This, I say:
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You have for many years had the benefit of my poor Labours;
You have for many Years had the benefit of my poor Labours;
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I have fulfilled near up towards 40 years, and have performed my service to God, Christ,
I have fulfilled near up towards 40 Years, and have performed my service to God, christ,
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and his People, and I bless his Name, not without acceptance and success.
and his People, and I bless his Name, not without acceptance and success.
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My Work, so far as I know, in this course, and in the Weekly course, is now at an end;
My Work, so Far as I know, in this course, and in the Weekly course, is now At an end;
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my Desire is, that you whose Hearts have been inclineable to wait upon God in the way of my Ministry, may be kept faithful to God,
my Desire is, that you whose Hearts have been inclinable to wait upon God in the Way of my Ministry, may be kept faithful to God,
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and that you may have the blessing of the everlasting Covenant coming upon your Souls,
and that you may have the blessing of the everlasting Covenant coming upon your Souls,
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and that you may have the power of this Doctrine, held forth in this Sermon, put forth upon your hearts;
and that you may have the power of this Doctrine, held forth in this Sermon, put forth upon your hearts;
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that as you do believe that Jesus is the Christ, that Jesus is the Son of God, that as you profess these things, you may carry it suitably to your profession, that you may walk in Love to God, Love to Christ, and Love to one another;
that as you do believe that jesus is the christ, that jesus is the Son of God, that as you profess these things, you may carry it suitably to your profession, that you may walk in Love to God, Love to christ, and Love to one Another;
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that you may labour to manifest a noble generous Spirit in overcoming the world in Errors, Corruptions, false Doctrines, and unwarrantable Worship;
that you may labour to manifest a noble generous Spirit in overcoming the world in Errors, Corruptions, false Doctrines, and unwarrantable Worship;
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that you may in all things labour to approve your selves: And, Little Children keep your selves from Idols. Amen.
that you may in all things labour to approve your selves: And, Little Children keep your selves from Idols. Amen.
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Mr. Baxter 's Farewell Sermon.
Mr. Baxter is Farewell Sermon.
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COLOSS. 2. 6, 7. As ye have therefore received Christ Iesus the Lord, so walk in him, Rooted and built in him,
COLOSS. 2. 6, 7. As you have Therefore received christ Iesus the Lord, so walk in him, Rooted and built in him,
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and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thansgiving.
and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.
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O Mitting the division, and in part the opening of the words, the Observation is this;
O Mitting the division, and in part the opening of the words, the Observation is this;
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That those that have received Christ Iesus the Lord, must accordingly be rooted, built up in him, and stablished in the faith; That those that have received christ Iesus the Lord, must accordingly be rooted, built up in him, and established in the faith;
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and walk in him as they have been taught, and abound herein with thanksgiving. This receiving of Christ signifies to believe in him.and walk in him as they have been taught, and abound herein with thanksgiving. This receiving of christ signifies to believe in him.
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It is not only to receive his Doctrine or Benefits, but to receive his Person, to receive him as related to us,
It is not only to receive his Doctrine or Benefits, but to receive his Person, to receive him as related to us,
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for the uses and end for which he came into the world, and for which he offers himself to souls by the preaching of the Gospel.
for the uses and end for which he Come into the world, and for which he offers himself to Souls by the preaching of the Gospel.
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Sinners have lost and undone themselves; Christ comes to be the Physitian of souls;Sinners have lost and undone themselves; christ comes to be the physician of Souls;
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he will not save the unwilling and despisers of his grace, while they continue in their unwillingness. He will save them by the way of covenant; while he consents and tenders them his grace, he will have them consent to the terms of his covenant.
he will not save the unwilling and despisers of his grace, while they continue in their unwillingness. He will save them by the Way of Covenant; while he consents and tenders them his grace, he will have them consent to the terms of his Covenant.
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The consent of the heart exprest by our covenanting with him, is this receiving of Jesus Christ.
The consent of the heart expressed by our covenanting with him, is this receiving of jesus christ.
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He is willing to be our Physitian, and when we take him to be so, we receive him.
He is willing to be our physician, and when we take him to be so, we receive him.
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He is willing to save us from the guilt and power of sin, willing to be our Lord, Head, Intercessor with God, Justifier, and All unto us;
He is willing to save us from the guilt and power of since, willing to be our Lord, Head, Intercessor with God, Justifier, and All unto us;
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and if we consent to this, and take him as offered, this is receiving Christ;
and if we consent to this, and take him as offered, this is receiving christ;
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with whom his benefits are also received, the remission of sins, in-dwelling, renewing, comforting-Spirit, title to everlasting life, &c. In the receiving Christ, all this is received.
with whom his benefits Are also received, the remission of Sins, indwelling, renewing, comforting-Spirit, title to everlasting life, etc. In the receiving christ, all this is received.
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Receiving of Christ contains these two things, or these two things are essentially contain'd to make up the nature of saving Faith:
Receiving of christ contains these two things, or these two things Are essentially contained to make up the nature of Saving Faith:
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i. e. to believe the Doctrine of the Gospel concerning Jesus Christ to be true, and to consent that the goodness, that is therein revealed and proposed, shall be ours.i. e. to believe the Doctrine of the Gospel Concerning jesus christ to be true, and to consent that the Goodness, that is therein revealed and proposed, shall be ours.
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To believe what Christ is, and what he hath done; so far to believe it,
To believe what christ is, and what he hath done; so Far to believe it,
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as here we are resolv'd to venture our souls, (though there may be some weakness through our faith's imperfection) and believing this Gospel to be the certain Word of God.
as Here we Are resolved to venture our Souls, (though there may be Some weakness through our Faith's imperfection) and believing this Gospel to be the certain Word of God.
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Then next, to entertain the Christ that is offered in this Gospel to be ours, with all the benefits that accompany,
Then next, to entertain the christ that is offered in this Gospel to be ours, with all the benefits that accompany,
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and to all the blessed ends to which he is revealed:
and to all the blessed ends to which he is revealed:
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Thus, the water of life is freely tendered to all that are athirst, and there is no more required but, Come and drink.
Thus, the water of life is freely tendered to all that Are athirst, and there is no more required but, Come and drink.
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Then there is two things implyed, that are the immediate products of this saving Faith, and inseparable from it:
Then there is two things employed, that Are the immediate products of this Saving Faith, and inseparable from it:
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i. e. trusting on him as the Redeemer, and obeying him as a Lord.i. e. trusting on him as the Redeemer, and obeying him as a Lord.
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To rest upon him as a Redeemer, Rom. 15. 12. And here, as far as the soul feels entertainment and encouragement by Christ, overcoming his doubts that Christ will reject him, &c. so far he hath quietness of soul in Christ,
To rest upon him as a Redeemer, Rom. 15. 12. And Here, as Far as the soul feels entertainment and encouragement by christ, overcoming his doubts that christ will reject him, etc. so Far he hath quietness of soul in christ,
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and will trust his soul upon Christ.
and will trust his soul upon christ.
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And then, the obeying of him in order to our full recovery, (as a Patient must obey his Physitian) in using his remedies,
And then, the obeying of him in order to our full recovery, (as a Patient must obey his physician) in using his remedies,
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and means he prescribes for killing our sins, restoreing our souls to Gods love, and being with him to eternity.
and means he prescribes for killing our Sins, restoring our Souls to God's love, and being with him to eternity.
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The nature of Faith is, to receive Christ; the sincerity of it lies in the suitableness of the act to the object;
The nature of Faith is, to receive christ; the sincerity of it lies in the suitableness of the act to the Object;
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that we receive him as He is: Now in Christ there is something essential to this act;
that we receive him as He is: Now in christ there is something essential to this act;
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that he be a Saviour, and our Saviour, &c. And there is something makes unto the well-being,
that he be a Saviour, and our Saviour, etc. And there is something makes unto the well-being,
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and fuller attaining of the end;
and fuller attaining of the end;
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The first are the objects of Faith it self, as 'tis of absolute necessity to Salvation:
The First Are the objects of Faith it self, as it's of absolute necessity to Salvation:
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The second sort are, the objects of Faith, as it is strong, and makes to the well-being of a Christian.
The second sort Are, the objects of Faith, as it is strong, and makes to the well-being of a Christian.
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All that is essential to Christ, as a Saviour, and Redeemer, is to be believed by him, that will approve himself a true Believer.
All that is essential to christ, as a Saviour, and Redeemer, is to be believed by him, that will approve himself a true Believer.
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And thus to receive Christ as the eternal Son of God, made Man, the Redeemer of the World, ruling us upon the right of Redemption, justifying us before God, bringing us to God, and interceding for us:
And thus to receive christ as the Eternal Son of God, made Man, the Redeemer of the World, ruling us upon the right of Redemption, justifying us before God, bringing us to God, and interceding for us:
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And thus Christ must be received according to his Offices, and as those uses, for which he is given to the soul, do import and and imply.
And thus christ must be received according to his Offices, and as those uses, for which he is given to the soul, do import and and imply.
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For the Application of this point. For the Application of this point.
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First, let us begin with those that our business at present doth not mainly lye on.
First, let us begin with those that our business At present does not mainly lie on.
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Must men walk in Christ as they have received him? What shall we say to those that have not, will not, receive him, that stop us at the door, that we can't bring in the Doctrine of Christ; that will not receive the principles of Christ? How can we bring them,
Must men walk in christ as they have received him? What shall we say to those that have not, will not, receive him, that stop us At the door, that we can't bring in the Doctrine of christ; that will not receive the principles of christ? How can we bring them,
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and build them up, that will not suffer the Foundation to be laid, the seed to be received? Hast thou not received Christ? Then thou hast refused Christ, been a despiser of the Gospel of Christ, which will prove thy great condemnation.
and built them up, that will not suffer the Foundation to be laid, the seed to be received? Hast thou not received christ? Then thou hast refused christ, been a despiser of the Gospel of christ, which will prove thy great condemnation.
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What is it for thee to bear the Name, and not to have the Spirit of Christ? Do not go upon conjectures: It's one thing to number thy self with those that are Christians, as to outward appearance; and another thing to open thy heart, and deliver up thy self to Christ's Government;
What is it for thee to bear the Name, and not to have the Spirit of christ? Do not go upon Conjectures: It's one thing to number thy self with those that Are Christians, as to outward appearance; and Another thing to open thy heart, and deliver up thy self to Christ's Government;
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and as a lost sinner, to receive him to those ends a Saviour must be received.
and as a lost sinner, to receive him to those ends a Saviour must be received.
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And remember, this was no small Work, God's sending Christ into the World;
And Remember, this was no small Work, God's sending christ into the World;
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no small thing, to fetch thee from Hell and Satan, to wash guilty Souls from all their sins,
no small thing, to fetch thee from Hell and Satan, to wash guilty Souls from all their Sins,
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and to bring them to everlasting glory.
and to bring them to everlasting glory.
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If these great things be rightly understood and believed by thee, if Christ be understood well as Christ, it must be done with a wakened, humbled, self-resigning heart, making the greatest matter in the World of these things:
If these great things be rightly understood and believed by thee, if christ be understood well as christ, it must be done with a wakened, humbled, self-resigning heart, making the greatest matter in the World of these things:
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Hath thy soul been seriously taken up about thy own recovery? And hast thou received Christ as a man that was ready to be damned? as one that had a load on his soul heavier than all the Mountains of Earth, to ease and deliver him? As one, that was under the frowns of God, in an estate of enmity, receives reconciliation? Hast thou received Christ,
Hath thy soul been seriously taken up about thy own recovery? And hast thou received christ as a man that was ready to be damned? as one that had a load on his soul Heavier than all the Mountains of Earth, to ease and deliver him? As one, that was under the frowns of God, in an estate of enmity, receives reconciliation? Hast thou received christ,
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as if thou hadst received Heaven in him? Believe it, these are great Transactions, and will affect thy heart;
as if thou Hadst received Heaven in him? Believe it, these Are great Transactions, and will affect thy heart;
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and it is not a sleepy or jesting matter thus to receive Christ. Consider what it is to receive Christ.
and it is not a sleepy or jesting matter thus to receive christ. Consider what it is to receive christ.
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First, If you have received Christ, you have received the great Reconciler, that binds up the brokenhearted, quiets those that tremble under the threatnings of God,
First, If you have received christ, you have received the great Reconciler, that binds up the brokenhearted, quiets those that tremble under the threatenings of God,
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for fear he should forsake, and cast them off for ever.
for Fear he should forsake, and cast them off for ever.
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Secondly, If thou hast received Christ, thou hast received a perfect enmity to all sin, that will never let thee rest in sin,
Secondly, If thou hast received christ, thou hast received a perfect enmity to all since, that will never let thee rest in since,
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but be perswading thee from it, and conflicting in thee against sin in thy soul:
but be persuading thee from it, and conflicting in thee against since in thy soul:
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If thou hast received Christ, thou hast not received a friend for sin, that will plead for,
If thou hast received christ, thou hast not received a friend for since, that will plead for,
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or give thee leave to commit sin: but one, that though he bear with thee in thy weakness, yet abominates thy sin.
or give thee leave to commit since: but one, that though he bear with thee in thy weakness, yet abominates thy since.
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If thou hast received him as a Lord and Master to rule thee, to be consented and subjected to him,
If thou hast received him as a Lord and Master to Rule thee, to be consented and subjected to him,
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and to be ruled by none but in subordination to him, who will break those in pieces that refuse his Government.
and to be ruled by none but in subordination to him, who will break those in Pieces that refuse his Government.
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Obedience and not verbal Profession is the thing he requires. obedience and not verbal Profession is the thing he requires.
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Hast thou entertained Christ to be the Master of thy words, thoughts, and deeds, whose Government thou livest under, more than under any in the world?
Hast thou entertained christ to be the Master of thy words, thoughts, and Deeds, whose Government thou Livest under, more than under any in the world?
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Thirdly, If you have received Christ, you have then received the beginning of felicity and full contentment to your souls;
Thirdly, If you have received christ, you have then received the beginning of felicity and full contentment to your Souls;
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having found none in your sins, you have it discovered to you where it is; therefore with gladness you go on:
having found none in your Sins, you have it discovered to you where it is; Therefore with gladness you go on:
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and so far as you have hopes of attaining it, so far you have great contentment, &c.
and so Far as you have hope's of attaining it, so Far you have great contentment, etc.
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Fourthly, In a word, If you have received Christ, you have fallen out with sin; subjected pleasures, profits, and honors to him;
Fourthly, In a word, If you have received christ, you have fallen out with since; subjected pleasures, profits, and honours to him;
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and you have received his Spirit, and this Spirit hath made you new, and maintains a War within you against the flesh, &c.
and you have received his Spirit, and this Spirit hath made you new, and maintains a War within you against the Flesh, etc.
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If this be not thy case, Oh that thou knewest what a case thou art in! For then,
If this be not thy case, O that thou Knewest what a case thou art in! For then,
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First, What the better art thou for all his blood shed as yet, if thou wert this day to dye? What would Christs blood do to the cleansing and saving of thy soul?
First, What the better art thou for all his blood shed as yet, if thou Wertenberg this day to die? What would Christ blood do to the cleansing and Saving of thy soul?
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Secondly, How canst thou look thy sins in the face, and think on what thou hast done and art? How canst thou look inward into thy defiled heart,
Secondly, How Canst thou look thy Sins in the face, and think on what thou hast done and art? How Canst thou look inward into thy defiled heart,
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and not tremble, when thou hast no more shelter from the wrath of God?
and not tremble, when thou hast no more shelter from the wrath of God?
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Thirdly, How canst thou look God in the face, who is a hater of sin? How canst thou read his Attributes, think on his Threatnings, &c.
Thirdly, How Canst thou look God in the face, who is a hater of since? How Canst thou read his Attributes, think on his Threatenings, etc.
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Fourthly, How canst thou think to have any duty accepted, any prayer heard, or rewarded? &c.
Fourthly, How Canst thou think to have any duty accepted, any prayer herd, or rewarded? etc.
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Fifthly, How canst thou think on the day of Judgement, on the time when thou must receive thy final sentence,
Fifthly, How Canst thou think on the day of Judgement, on the time when thou must receive thy final sentence,
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if thou hast not received Christ? Oh what a thing is a Christless heart! &c.
if thou hast not received christ? O what a thing is a Christless heart! etc.
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Quest. What shall I do that I may receive Christ?Quest. What shall I do that I may receive christ?
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Answ. First, Till Christ be thine, and hath brought peace from Heaven to thy soul, let no peace be there to keep him out:Answer First, Till christ be thine, and hath brought peace from Heaven to thy soul, let no peace be there to keep him out:
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I do not say, Overwhelm thy self with sorrow;
I do not say, Overwhelm thy self with sorrow;
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but, let sorrow dwell there, and let holy cares and solicitousness about thy spiritual state be there till Christ come,
but, let sorrow dwell there, and let holy Cares and solicitousness about thy spiritual state be there till christ come,
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and quiet and reconcile thee to God. Secondly, Read and believe the Gospel; see there what Christ is, and thy necessity of him:
and quiet and reconcile thee to God. Secondly, Read and believe the Gospel; see there what christ is, and thy necessity of him:
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Believing will open the door to entertaining of him; assent will procure thy consent. Thirdly, Keep up no Idol in thy heart against him:Believing will open the door to entertaining of him; assent will procure thy consent. Thirdly, Keep up no Idol in thy heart against him:
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Turn out that that keeps out Christ.
Turn out that that keeps out christ.
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How dear soever it seems now, at last thou wilt see it more necessary to detest, than keep it.
How dear soever it seems now, At last thou wilt see it more necessary to detest, than keep it.
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I come now to exhort all poor weak Christians, that they would make after confirmation, and grow to a greater measure in Grace, as they have received Christ.
I come now to exhort all poor weak Christians, that they would make After confirmation, and grow to a greater measure in Grace, as they have received christ.
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It is not enough to be conceited that you have been converted;
It is not enough to be conceited that you have been converted;
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and it will not be enough to the assurance of your conversion, or safety of your souls, that you think you are converted, and sit down there:
and it will not be enough to the assurance of your conversion, or safety of your Souls, that you think you Are converted, and fit down there:
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he that is content with the opinion that he hath Grace, and therefore desires to have no more,
he that is content with the opinion that he hath Grace, and Therefore Desires to have no more,
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because the promise of salvation is made to the Truth of Grace, it's a sign he never had Grace;
Because the promise of salvation is made to the Truth of Grace, it's a Signen he never had Grace;
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strength in Grace, is your own felicity, 'tis part of your happiness:strength in Grace, is your own felicity, it's part of your happiness:
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Your eternal happiness will partly consist in your personal perfection; and without personal perfection, all heavenly glory will not be a perfect felicity.
Your Eternal happiness will partly consist in your personal perfection; and without personal perfection, all heavenly glory will not be a perfect felicity.
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If you have fixed your Anchor in Gods Promises, this engages you to look up, make after, and proceed, &c. Take these Motives.
If you have fixed your Anchor in God's Promises, this engages you to look up, make After, and proceed, etc. Take these Motives.
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First, Consider, there is the same reason to move thee to grow and proceed, as there was to move thee to thy first believing.
First, Consider, there is the same reason to move thee to grow and proceed, as there was to move thee to thy First believing.
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Why did you become Christians, but because of the necessity of the riches and excellencies of Christ,
Why did you become Christians, but Because of the necessity of the riches and excellencies of christ,
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and that there was better things in Christ, than in the World? And are they not so still? Is the case changed? If Christianity was reasonable then, it is reasonable now;
and that there was better things in christ, than in the World? And Are they not so still? Is the case changed? If Christianity was reasonable then, it is reasonable now;
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if it was necessary to begin, it is necessary to hold on; and proceed in your Race, till you have obtained the Crown.
if it was necessary to begin, it is necessary to hold on; and proceed in your Raze, till you have obtained the Crown.
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Secondly, Your receiving Christ essentially, contains in it an obligation to proceed and go further, actually to trust and obey him, whom you have taken for your Lord and Saviour from the very offices and relations of Christ received.
Secondly, Your receiving christ essentially, contains in it an obligation to proceed and go further, actually to trust and obey him, whom you have taken for your Lord and Saviour from the very Offices and relations of christ received.
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If I be a Father, where is my fear? If I be a Master where is my Honour? If I be a Saviour, where is your Confidence in me, Submission to my saving-work, Obedience to my healing Precepts? If I be your Lord and Master,If I be a Father, where is my Fear? If I be a Master where is my Honour? If I be a Saviour, where is your Confidence in me, Submission to my saving-work, obedience to my healing Precepts? If I be your Lord and Master,
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why do not you learn of me as your Master, & c?
why do not you Learn of me as your Master, & c?
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Your first Covenant engages you to proceed in fulfilling the things promised in your Covenant, &c. Better not to have promised to be his people,
Your First Covenant engages you to proceed in fulfilling the things promised in your Covenant, etc. Better not to have promised to be his people,
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than to promise and break this promise.
than to promise and break this promise.
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The very Mercies also you received from him, pardoning your former sin, entertainment in his Church,
The very mercies also you received from him, pardoning your former since, entertainment in his Church,
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and all the blessings there found, are as so many obligations to proceed.
and all the blessings there found, Are as so many obligations to proceed.
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3. Ever since we came home to Christ, we have had an addition of Reasons, besides the first Reason we had to believe:
3. Ever since we Come home to christ, we have had an addition of Reasons, beside the First Reason we had to believe:
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Every day brings in new, &c. Certainly, if a little were desirable, more were more desirable:
Every day brings in new, etc. Certainly, if a little were desirable, more were more desirable:
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If the people that stood afar off, and never tried what Christ and Grace is, were bid to come in, those that have tried and tasted, are bound to proceed much more:
If the people that stood afar off, and never tried what christ and Grace is, were bid to come in, those that have tried and tasted, Are bound to proceed much more:
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You have the Spirit of God, experiences of his love, tasted the bitterness of sin, have had some trial of the truth of such things of which we speak,
You have the Spirit of God, experiences of his love, tasted the bitterness of since, have had Some trial of the truth of such things of which we speak,
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when others have eyes, and see not, &c. And will you turn back that have tasted? &c.
when Others have eyes, and see not, etc. And will you turn back that have tasted? etc.
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4. Consider how much hath been lost upon many a soul for want of care to take rooting,
4. Consider how much hath been lost upon many a soul for want of care to take rooting,
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and to proceed? How much labour of the Ministry, mercies of God, pains and care of their own? I speak of those that have seemed sincere, not been indeed so;
and to proceed? How much labour of the Ministry, Mercies of God, pains and care of their own? I speak of those that have seemed sincere, not been indeed so;
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that have many times comforted the hearts of their Ministers and Friends, and have had some kind of comfort to themselves in that taste they have had of the good Word of God.
that have many times comforted the hearts of their Ministers and Friends, and have had Some kind of Comfort to themselves in that taste they have had of the good Word of God.
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How many times hath the Preacher been gladded to see such a one come to him, seemingly with a broken heart, seeming to set himself in the way of life? yet the flesh prevailed for want of Confirmation.
How many times hath the Preacher been gladded to see such a one come to him, seemingly with a broken heart, seeming to Set himself in the Way of life? yet the Flesh prevailed for want of Confirmation.
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How many years have some spent in duty, in hearing, prayer, gracious society, profession of Religion? yet afterwards the World hath drown'd all.
How many Years have Some spent in duty, in hearing, prayer, gracious society, profession of Religion? yet afterwards the World hath drowned all.
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What cause have you to see, you lose not the things you have wrought?
What cause have you to see, you loose not the things you have wrought?
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5. Consider, how much of the Work of your own salvation since you are converted, is yet undone.
5. Consider, how much of the Work of your own salvation since you Are converted, is yet undone.
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Though you are sure your conversion is true, how many temptations to resist, enemies to conquer, duties to perform,
Though you Are sure your conversion is true, how many temptations to resist, enemies to conquer, duties to perform,
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and Heaven to be taken upon all those terms, as is the tenour of your Christianity!
and Heaven to be taken upon all those terms, as is the tenor of your Christianity!
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therefore you had need to stand fast, and having done all, to stand; you had need not only to believe but to wait and be patient in believing,
Therefore you had need to stand fast, and having done all, to stand; you had need not only to believe but to wait and be patient in believing,
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and to proceed in the way you have chosen.
and to proceed in the Way you have chosen.
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6. The want of strength and building up, makes the lives of many full of lamentable languishingweaknesses, scandals unto others, pain, calamity, and trouble to themselves.
6. The want of strength and building up, makes the lives of many full of lamentable languishingweaknesses, scandals unto Others, pain, calamity, and trouble to themselves.
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How long in healing? And how much smart and pain, while the fruit of their own folly is cured? How easily,
How long in healing? And how much smart and pain, while the fruit of their own folly is cured? How Easily,
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and how frequently do temptations prevail? And hence, as in a Wilderness, they are going one step forward, another backward, no evident keeping in God;
and how frequently do temptations prevail? And hence, as in a Wilderness, they Are going one step forward, Another backward, no evident keeping in God;
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and all through the fruit of their own languishing weakness.
and all through the fruit of their own languishing weakness.
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The fruits of the sins of Professors have been such, that it should make you do all you can possibly, to escape the troubles at home, and reproaches abroad.
The fruits of the Sins of Professors have been such, that it should make you do all you can possibly, to escape the Troubles At home, and Reproaches abroad.
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7. A life of spiritual weakness is usually a burden unto him that hath it;
7. A life of spiritual weakness is usually a burden unto him that hath it;
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it doth not only occasion his falling into sin, and so renews the wounds of his soul,
it does not only occasion his falling into since, and so renews the wounds of his soul,
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but is a constant burden to him;
but is a constant burden to him;
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not that any measure of Grace is troublesome, but that which consists with so great a measure of remaining corruption, this is the burden:
not that any measure of Grace is troublesome, but that which consists with so great a measure of remaining corruption, this is the burden:
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Sickness is burdensome though there be life. Methinks you should not then be reconciled to your fears:
Sickness is burdensome though there be life. Methinks you should not then be reconciled to your fears:
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you should methinks see so great a difference between the sick and well, that for your own peace-sake you should seek after confirmation:
you should methinks see so great a difference between the sick and well, that for your own Peace-sake you should seek After confirmation:
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Every duty they do is their pain, which is anothers pleasure: prayer, &c. their burden; sometimes tired, wearied, dull, &c. presently overwhelmed with temptation:
Every duty they do is their pain, which is another's pleasure: prayer, etc. their burden; sometime tired, wearied, dull, etc. presently overwhelmed with temptation:
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every duty is a grievance to them, through the weakness of their grace, and by their corruption.
every duty is a grievance to them, through the weakness of their grace, and by their corruption.
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8. Christians that are weak and not confirmed, lose abundance of the fruit of Gods Ordinances, that are improved by others:
8. Christians that Are weak and not confirmed, loose abundance of the fruit of God's Ordinances, that Are improved by Others:
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How many a truth that tasts exceeding sweet to others, hath no great relish to them, nor growth by it!
How many a truth that tastes exceeding sweet to Others, hath no great relish to them, nor growth by it!
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A healthfull man hath more relish in ordinary fare, then a sick person in varieties: The full stomack loaths the Honey-comb.
A healthful man hath more relish in ordinary fare, then a sick person in varieties: The full stomach Loathes the Honeycomb.
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9. The weak and unconfirmed Christian is unprofitable, comparatively unto others: not that the Church would wish the weakest Member out;
9. The weak and unconfirmed Christian is unprofitable, comparatively unto Others: not that the Church would wish the Weakest Member out;
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but comparatively, unconfirmed Christians are very unprofitable unto others:
but comparatively, unconfirmed Christians Are very unprofitable unto Others:
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like little children in the family, that must be looked to, make work for a great many more about them.
like little children in the family, that must be looked to, make work for a great many more about them.
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What doth a sick person? but the work of others is to feed, support, and be a help to him.
What does a sick person? but the work of Others is to feed, support, and be a help to him.
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The Church of God hath need of strong Christians that can pray in faith & fervency for others,
The Church of God hath need of strong Christians that can pray in faith & fervency for Others,
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and you can scarcely pray for your selves.
and you can scarcely pray for your selves.
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Consider when the Church needs a great deal of help, will you sit down with low attainments and little things,
Consider when the Church needs a great deal of help, will you fit down with low attainments and little things,
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when so many hundreds about you need so great assistance? 10. Weak persons are many times the troublers and very dangers of the Church;
when so many hundreds about you need so great assistance? 10. Weak Persons Are many times the troublers and very dangers of the Church;
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many calamities have been occasioned by them. The sinnes of Professors have occasioned the displeasure of God on the Church:
many calamities have been occasioned by them. The Sins of Professors have occasioned the displeasure of God on the Church:
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their Errors hindred Truth, and made Divisions.
their Errors hindered Truth, and made Divisions.
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When Christians have not so much strength as to know Truth from Error, that hearken to every one that speaks with likeness:
When Christians have not so much strength as to know Truth from Error, that harken to every one that speaks with likeness:
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What have these Christians done in the Church!
What have these Christians done in the Church!
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What mercies have been driven away? so far, that I think the Church of God,
What Mercies have been driven away? so Far, that I think the Church of God,
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since the Apostles dayes till now, hath suffered more by the sins of Professors, then by the malice of their enemies.
since the Apostles days till now, hath suffered more by the Sins of Professors, then by the malice of their enemies.
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And how canst thou expect God will save thy soul, when thou hast set the Church on fire,
And how Canst thou expect God will save thy soul, when thou hast Set the Church on fire,
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and been so great hinderance to others, that many should perish occasionally by thy example? &c. The greatest sufferings of the Church have come from the miscarriages of the Church.
and been so great hindrance to Others, that many should perish occasionally by thy Exampl? etc. The greatest sufferings of the Church have come from the miscarriages of the Church.
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11. Such have been the great dishonourers of Christ, and the Graces of ancient Christians.
11. Such have been the great dishonourers of christ, and the Graces of ancient Christians.
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The glory of their profession, their charity, self-denial, heavenly-mindednesse, patience, &c. preached the Gospel to the World more effectually then ever their words could doe.
The glory of their profession, their charity, self-denial, Heavenly-mindedness, patience, etc. preached the Gospel to the World more effectually then ever their words could do.
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God expects your Lives should be a considerable means for the Conversion of wicked men:
God expects your Lives should be a considerable means for the Conversion of wicked men:
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the same God that hath commanded Ministers to teach others by their Doctrine, hath commanded you should live for the conversion of the World;
the same God that hath commanded Ministers to teach Others by their Doctrine, hath commanded you should live for the conversion of the World;
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that your zeal, humility, patience, charity, self-denial, should win souls to God.
that your zeal, humility, patience, charity, self-denial, should win Souls to God.
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And if it be a sin to give over preaching when we may, surely so to give over living, &c. If woe unto me if I preach not the Gospel, then wo unto you if by your lives you preach not the Gospel.
And if it be a since to give over preaching when we may, surely so to give over living, etc. If woe unto me if I preach not the Gospel, then woe unto you if by your lives you preach not the Gospel.
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How many sinners have you about you, and how do you wrong and rob the ungodly of that Ordinance God hath appointed for their conversion and salvation? You are persons that take the bread out of their mouths, the means that should save them out of their hands,
How many Sinners have you about you, and how do you wrong and rob the ungodly of that Ordinance God hath appointed for their conversion and salvation? You Are Persons that take the bred out of their mouths, the means that should save them out of their hands,
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while you deny them one of the commanded means of salvation, i. e. the eminent example of your lives:
while you deny them one of the commanded means of salvation, i. e. the eminent Exampl of your lives:
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And if it be so great a sin to stop Preachers mouths, how great a sin to neglect this Ordinance? Nay, are you not a dishonour to the Church? Is it not because of Professors ill lives, that the prophane deride Religion,
And if it be so great a since to stop Preachers mouths, how great a since to neglect this Ordinance? Nay, Are you not a dishonour to the Church? Is it not Because of Professors ill lives, that the profane deride Religion,
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while they see not that glory in it that should over-power an unbelieving and denying soul,
while they see not that glory in it that should overpower an unbelieving and denying soul,
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and should indeed effectually manifest it's excellency? Are these the Professors, that are proud, stubborn, passionate, censorious, self-conceited,
and should indeed effectually manifest it's excellency? are these the Professors, that Are proud, stubborn, passionate, censorious, self-conceited,
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as contemptuous, and envious as any others? I know the World is apt enough to slander,
as contemptuous, and envious as any Others? I know the World is apt enough to slander,
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and the Servants of God bear a world of unjust reproaches: but oh that there were not this occasion, &c.
and the Servants of God bear a world of unjust Reproaches: but o that there were not this occasion, etc.
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12. Those that are not confirmed and established in grace, the Devil, when he hath prevailed by a temptation on themselves, can easily make them his Instruments to draw and tempt others from their duty, to discourage them in their Religion,
12. Those that Are not confirmed and established in grace, the devil, when he hath prevailed by a temptation on themselves, can Easily make them his Instruments to draw and tempt Others from their duty, to discourage them in their Religion,
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and to do that mischief in the world he hath done by temptation on their own soul.
and to do that mischief in the world he hath done by temptation on their own soul.
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'Tis ordinary for Satan to make use of lapsed, distempered Christians, to be the instruments of his temptations to those that are better, &c. An honest Christian will not so easily hearken to a drunkard,
It's ordinary for Satan to make use of lapsed, distempered Christians, to be the Instruments of his temptations to those that Are better, etc. an honest Christian will not so Easily harken to a drunkard,
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or swearer, as to a Professor he had good thoughts of, Gal. 2. 13. 13. For want of strength and establishment in grace, poor weak Christians are a very great encouragement to the carnal hopes of wicked men.
or swearer, as to a Professor he had good thoughts of, Gal. 2. 13. 13. For want of strength and establishment in grace, poor weak Christians Are a very great encouragement to the carnal hope's of wicked men.
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I think, scarce any thing in the world hinders our preaching more then this;
I think, scarce any thing in the world hinders our preaching more then this;
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when the wicked see those that make the greatest profession no better then themselves, and in some things worse;
when the wicked see those that make the greatest profession no better then themselves, and in Some things Worse;
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this hardens him against all the convictions that can be brought against him:
this hardens him against all the convictions that can be brought against him:
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Tell him he cannot be saved without conversion, he looks upon Professors, sees them contentious, worldly, peevish, passionate, &c. sees some sin or other;
Tell him he cannot be saved without conversion, he looks upon Professors, sees them contentious, worldly, peevish, passionate, etc. sees Some since or other;
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this makes him think, he is as well as they:
this makes him think, he is as well as they:
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Must there be so much ado to bring men to this state? Is this the difference? (say they) &c. 14. Methinks it should be some trouble to an honest heart, that yet we must be so like to the children of the wicked One:
Must there be so much ado to bring men to this state? Is this the difference? (say they) etc. 14. Methinks it should be Some trouble to an honest heart, that yet we must be so like to the children of the wicked One:
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and the weakest christians, are the likest to the wicked:
and the Weakest Christians, Are the likest to the wicked:
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I do not mean weaknesse in gifts, or knowledge, &c. but a weakness in practical saving knowledge, love of God, self-denial, mortification, heavenly-mindednesse, &c. they that are in these the weakest Christians, are the next and likest to the wicked:
I do not mean weakness in Gifts, or knowledge, etc. but a weakness in practical Saving knowledge, love of God, self-denial, mortification, Heavenly-mindedness, etc. they that Are in these the Weakest Christians, Are the next and likest to the wicked:
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And doth not this grieve thee, that, though thou art not a child of the Devil, thou art so like one? We should not be conformed to the World,
And does not this grieve thee, that, though thou art not a child of the devil, thou art so like one? We should not be conformed to the World,
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nor like to them in any thing, no not in outward vanities:
nor like to them in any thing, no not in outward vanities:
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but to imitate the fashion of the World, as to inward corruptions, to go in their garb when a palpable vanity, to have so much of their pride, peevishness, malice, worldlinesse.
but to imitate the fashion of the World, as to inward corruptions, to go in their garb when a palpable vanity, to have so much of their pride, peevishness, malice, worldliness.
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Oh, look upon thy heart with humiliation.
O, look upon thy heart with humiliation.
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15. Consider what a dangerous and lamentable standing those have, that be not established, &c. You stand,
15. Consider what a dangerous and lamentable standing those have, that be not established, etc. You stand,
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but it is as unrooted plants or trees that stand shaking in the wind: beholders are alwayes looking when they fall:
but it is as unrooted plants or trees that stand shaking in the wind: beholders Are always looking when they fallen:
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you stand, but it is as a sick man, wavering, reeling, like Lot's wife, looking back,
you stand, but it is as a sick man, wavering, reeling, like Lot's wife, looking back,
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and alwayes upon every occasion ready to repent: You have been Believers, little things perplex and trouble you;
and always upon every occasion ready to Repent: You have been Believers, little things perplex and trouble you;
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little tribulations and afflictions discompose and disturb you;
little tribulations and afflictions discompose and disturb you;
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little temptations make you question the Scripture, the Providence of God, his love and care of his people,
little temptations make you question the Scripture, the Providence of God, his love and care of his people,
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and the great foundations of Religion:
and the great foundations of Religion:
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Foundations seem to shake, because you are shaking and tottering, &c. And what is like to become of such a soul? If thou stands shaking under small temptations for want of confirmation, what wilt thou do when a Papist,
Foundations seem to shake, Because you Are shaking and tottering, etc. And what is like to become of such a soul? If thou Stands shaking under small temptations for want of confirmation, what wilt thou do when a Papist,
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or Quaker, &c. shall so speak concerning Religion, which thou art not able to answer? and so the surest foundation seems nothing when thou hast so weak hold:
or Quaker, etc. shall so speak Concerning Religion, which thou art not able to answer? and so the Surest Foundation seems nothing when thou hast so weak hold:
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Our greatest afflictions, next to the misery of the ungodly, is, to think of our weak ones, what will become of them:
Our greatest afflictions, next to the misery of the ungodly, is, to think of our weak ones, what will become of them:
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and • … e ily we do expect a considerable part of our Congregations should be carried away:
and • … e ily we do expect a considerable part of our Congregations should be carried away:
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those that are Christians and know not why, yet have not humility enough to make use of others,
those that Are Christians and know not why, yet have not humility enough to make use of Others,
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and to keep close to those that should assist them.
and to keep close to those that should assist them.
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Remember when you see such times when seducers are able to say the worst, shall make the strongest assaults on the weak ones,
remember when you see such times when seducers Are able to say the worst, shall make the Strongest assaults on the weak ones,
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how many will be like to fall? Again, sichness, death, dying times will come, when you shall find a little grace will not easily do your work;
how many will be like to fallen? Again, sichness, death, dying times will come, when you shall find a little grace will not Easily do your work;
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and though you perish not, yet you may faint, and to your sorrow finde the want of confirmation.
and though you perish not, yet you may faint, and to your sorrow find the want of confirmation.
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You cannot but know how the strongest are put to it in trying hours, or at death.
You cannot but know how the Strongest Are put to it in trying hours, or At death.
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Will slack and unsetled hopes of another life, such distempered hearts fight and encounter with such tryals? Never think of dying comfortably,
Will slack and unsettled hope's of Another life, such distempered hearts fight and encounter with such trials? Never think of dying comfortably,
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if you follow not after confirming grace.
if you follow not After confirming grace.
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16. It should humble you the more, that you have been so long, so many years in the School of Christ,
16. It should humble you the more, that you have been so long, so many Years in the School of christ,
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and love God, &c. no better:
and love God, etc. no better:
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Should not you in this Appren• … iceship have learned better your Religion, and been • … eachers of others,
Should not you in this Appren• … iceship have learned better your Religion, and been • … eachers of Others,
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when perhaps, if in the principles you are assaulted, you will show your weakness as soon as any.
when perhaps, if in the principles you Are assaulted, you will show your weakness as soon as any.
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May not Christ say, Have I been so long time with you, and yet have you known, liv'd, &c. no better? reached no higher? attained no further? weaklings still? Nay consider in this time what advantage have you had for growth? A tree planted on a barren wilderness, may not grow so much as in a fruitfull place:
May not christ say, Have I been so long time with you, and yet have you known, lived, etc. no better? reached no higher? attained no further? Weaklings still? Nay Consider in this time what advantage have you had for growth? A tree planted on a barren Wilderness, may not grow so much as in a fruitful place:
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but you have had the plenty and power of the Ordinances of God, the choisest of the means and helps of salvation.
but you have had the plenty and power of the Ordinances of God, the Choicest of the means and helps of salvation.
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17. Consider, the nature of true grace tends to this:
17. Consider, the nature of true grace tends to this:
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will you cross the nature of it? shall we be such weaklings in Religion, which crosse so the nature of grace? For grace, the more it's exercised, the more it encreases.
will you cross the nature of it? shall we be such Weaklings in Religion, which cross so the nature of grace? For grace, the more it's exercised, the more it increases.
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18. Heaven it self is perfection, and the work of a Christian is to press towards heaven,
18. Heaven it self is perfection, and the work of a Christian is to press towards heaven,
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and therefore 'tis to press towards perfection.
and Therefore it's to press towards perfection.
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You should make towards the end, in a manner and way that is suitable to the end.
You should make towards the end, in a manner and Way that is suitable to the end.
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Persons that enjoy so much already, and hope for so much greater, should not put off God with such little things.
Persons that enjoy so much already, and hope for so much greater, should not put off God with such little things.
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19. Little grace shall have but little glory.
19. Little grace shall have but little glory.
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You know not how great a difference there is between the least and highest in the Kingdom of God.
You know not how great a difference there is between the least and highest in the Kingdom of God.
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Nay, 'tis not only for a Christian to desire to be glorified, but to enjoy the highest degree in glory:
Nay, it's not only for a Christian to desire to be glorified, but to enjoy the highest degree in glory:
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to serve God with the best, and improve his Talent to the utmost, that his heavenly reward may be according.
to serve God with the best, and improve his Talon to the utmost, that his heavenly reward may be according.
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A Christian should not slight it when 'tis tendred to him, and in his eye. Quest. But how shall I know I have attained this confirming grace?
A Christian should not slight it when it's tendered to him, and in his eye. Quest. But how shall I know I have attained this confirming grace?
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Answ. These signs following shew a Christian confirmed and strong in grace, which I will name, that you may know what to aim at, and what to desire.Answer These Signs following show a Christian confirmed and strong in grace, which I will name, that you may know what to aim At, and what to desire.
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There is not so great a difference between a King and a Beggar, between the greatest health and sicklyest man,
There is not so great a difference between a King and a Beggar, between the greatest health and sickliest man,
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as between a strong usefull Christian, and a poor l• … nguishing so• … l, &c.
as between a strong useful Christian, and a poor l• … nguishing so• … l, etc.
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1. A confirmed Christian is one that can resist many sub• … il and strong temptations, not only a single temptation,
1. A confirmed Christian is one that can resist many sub• … il and strong temptations, not only a single temptation,
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but when Satan assaults on every side, with errors on both extremes, with importunities of several parties, with temptations of prosperity offered, of adversity felt or feared;
but when Satan assaults on every side, with errors on both extremes, with importunities of several parties, with temptations of Prosperity offered, of adversity felt or feared;
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strong temptations that seem to lay a necessity of yielding on a weakling, that makes him say, I must do it to save my liberty, family, life, &c. A strong Christian can say, there is no necessity:
strong temptations that seem to lay a necessity of yielding on a weakling, that makes him say, I must do it to save my liberty, family, life, etc. A strong Christian can say, there is no necessity:
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he can make light of those temptations that seem to be a necessity to other persons:
he can make Light of those temptations that seem to be a necessity to other Persons:
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he can confute a subtil Sophister, and deal with a cunning Adversary: Satan cannot so easily go beyond and out-wit him.
he can confute a subtle Sophister, and deal with a cunning Adversary: Satan cannot so Easily go beyond and outwit him.
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2. He can do great, excellent, and useful works, is serviceable to God if he have opportunity in business of greatest consequence;
2. He can do great, excellent, and useful works, is serviceable to God if he have opportunity in business of greatest consequence;
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he doth not serve God only in some little and inconsiderable things, but in his place sets himself to the Work of God, doth the great Work of his Majesty faithfully:
he does not serve God only in Some little and inconsiderable things, but in his place sets himself to the Work of God, does the great Work of his Majesty faithfully:
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The service of God to him is more easie and delightful, as to go ten miles is more easie to the healthful,
The service of God to him is more easy and delightful, as to go ten miles is more easy to the healthful,
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than one to a sickly person;
than one to a sickly person;
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he can go through God's service with pleasure, ease and delight, without tyring, fainting, siting down, or giving over.
he can go through God's service with pleasure, ease and delight, without tiring, fainting, siting down, or giving over.
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3. He can digest the hard Truths aud Providences of God, that are ready to puzzle, perplex,
3. He can digest the hard Truths and Providences of God, that Are ready to puzzle, perplex,
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and overset the stomach of a weak Christian:
and overset the stomach of a weak Christian:
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He hath laid his foundation, to which he reduces all things of difficulty, and by the help of those great truths he hath received, he can easily see through the difficulties of all that are yet before him.
He hath laid his Foundation, to which he reduces all things of difficulty, and by the help of those great truths he hath received, he can Easily see through the difficulties of all that Are yet before him.
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He can tell how to reconcile those things in Scripture that seem contradictions: where he meets with a difficulty, he can easily discern the cause is in himself,
He can tell how to reconcile those things in Scripture that seem contradictions: where he meets with a difficulty, he can Easily discern the cause is in himself,
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and that there is an undoubted way of reconciling them, though he hath not attained to it.
and that there is an undoubted Way of reconciling them, though he hath not attained to it.
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He can easily quiet his soul under the most difficult providences, and interpret them so as is consistent with the truths of God, which must expound them:
He can Easily quiet his soul under the most difficult providences, and interpret them so as is consistent with the truths of God, which must expound them:
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he reconciles Promise with Providence, and Providence with Scripture:
he reconciles Promise with Providence, and Providence with Scripture:
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whereas a weak Christian is ready to say, A hard saying who can • … ear this and that? And it is the difficulty of these kinds of Truths, that make so many turn their Religion,
whereas a weak Christian is ready to say, A hard saying who can • … ear this and that? And it is the difficulty of these Kinds of Truths, that make so many turn their Religion,
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because not able to digest the hardest. Truths of God. Cross providences makes them question God's love, & c. 4. He is one that can exercise various graces without setting one against another, destroying or contradicting one another.
Because not able to digest the Hardest. Truths of God. Cross providences makes them question God's love, & c. 4. He is one that can exercise various graces without setting one against Another, destroying or contradicting one Another.
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He can do many works, believe many Truths, perform many Duties at once.
He can do many works, believe many Truths, perform many Duties At once.
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He can rejoyce and sorrow at once, and make his sorrow an help to his joy,
He can rejoice and sorrow At once, and make his sorrow an help to his joy,
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and his joy an help to his sorrow;
and his joy an help to his sorrow;
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and so exercise both, in that nature as will not directly hinder or weaken one another.
and so exercise both, in that nature as will not directly hinder or weaken one Another.
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He can tell how in such a time as we are in, to rejoyce, yet to be humble:
He can tell how in such a time as we Are in, to rejoice, yet to be humble:
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to be cast down at God's feet in the sense of the sins we have committed,
to be cast down At God's feet in the sense of the Sins we have committed,
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and of God's displeasure, & c. yet to rejoyce in the mercies we have, and do expect to possess.
and of God's displeasure, & c. yet to rejoice in the Mercies we have, and do expect to possess.
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He doth not look all upon sin, all upon affliction, or all upon mercy: but can eye every thing, and give every thing its part:
He does not look all upon since, all upon affliction, or all upon mercy: but can eye every thing, and give every thing its part:
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can exercise graces methodically, gives truths and providences their proper place in his meditations and affections:
can exercise graces methodically, gives truths and providences their proper place in his meditations and affections:
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and this makes his life orderly, beautiful, regular and useful:
and this makes his life orderly, beautiful, regular and useful:
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whereas a weak Christian, let him set himself against one temptation, he is taken in another:
whereas a weak Christian, let him Set himself against one temptation, he is taken in Another:
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if he humble himself in soul, he can do nothing but humble, weep, grieve, fear, and be ready to cast away all comfort, all sense of the love of God:
if he humble himself in soul, he can do nothing but humble, weep, grieve, Fear, and be ready to cast away all Comfort, all sense of the love of God:
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if he set himself to the consideration of the grace of Christ, he is apt to forget Humiliation,
if he Set himself to the consideration of the grace of christ, he is apt to forget Humiliation,
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and to be puffed up with spiritual Pride, & c. Thus he hath not skill, strength and ability to carry on all the whole work of grace together.
and to be puffed up with spiritual Pride, & c. Thus he hath not skill, strength and ability to carry on all the Whole work of grace together.
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5. A strong Christian sinks not under those burdens that would press down and overwhelm a weak Christian:
5. A strong Christian sinks not under those burdens that would press down and overwhelm a weak Christian:
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he can bear heavy burdens, and more easily away with them, making it a recreation to bear some things that another would sink under, and cannot bear.
he can bear heavy burdens, and more Easily away with them, making it a recreation to bear Some things that Another would sink under, and cannot bear.
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It is thy weaknesse that makes thee make such a stir, when God layes on thee personal, family, publique afflictions;
It is thy weakness that makes thee make such a stir, when God lays on thee personal, family, public afflictions;
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that makes thee shrink under them: strength of grace would enable to see God and glory in the midst of them,
that makes thee shrink under them: strength of grace would enable to see God and glory in the midst of them,
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and to say, All shall work for my good: it would enable thee to get advantage, and be bettered by them.
and to say, All shall work for my good: it would enable thee to get advantage, and be bettered by them.
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Hadst thou strength enough to improve them, thou wouldst take comfort from them, and support thy self under them:
Hadst thou strength enough to improve them, thou Wouldst take Comfort from them, and support thy self under them:
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but when thou hast not strength enough to understand God's meaning, to see the Duty then called for, to improve all for God, to do that service to God thou shouldst do in such a condition;
but when thou hast not strength enough to understand God's meaning, to see the Duty then called for, to improve all for God, to do that service to God thou Shouldst do in such a condition;
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no wonder if thou have not grace to support and comfort thee in that condition.
no wonder if thou have not grace to support and Comfort thee in that condition.
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Whereas the confirmed Christian by strong faith, love, and patience, can carry great burthens, & c. 6. They are helpful to many, and troublesome unto few.
Whereas the confirmed Christian by strong faith, love, and patience, can carry great burdens, & c. 6. They Are helpful to many, and troublesome unto few.
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They are the useful Persons in the family and place where they live: it is they can counsel others in their doubts, help them in their straits;
They Are the useful Persons in the family and place where they live: it is they can counsel Others in their doubts, help them in their straits;
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that can bear up the weak when ready to sink, that can hold others by the arm when not able to go upright; that tend God's little ones;
that can bear up the weak when ready to sink, that can hold Others by the arm when not able to go upright; that tend God's little ones;
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And, if it were not for these, what would God's little ones do? They are so furnished with patience, which God hath given them for the use of the weak ones in his family,
And, if it were not for these, what would God's little ones do? They Are so furnished with patience, which God hath given them for the use of the weak ones in his family,
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and though they are troublesome, or do that which might be a disturbance to them, they will not thrust them out.
and though they Are troublesome, or do that which might be a disturbance to them, they will not thrust them out.
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It is they that comfort the feeble, support, provide for, strengthen, and confirm the rest;
It is they that Comfort the feeble, support, provide for, strengthen, and confirm the rest;
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and, were it not for these, what back-sliding hearts should we have? & c. And they are comparatively, troublesome to few, (though,
and, were it not for these, what backsliding hearts should we have? & c. And they Are comparatively, troublesome to few, (though,
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while corruption cleaves to them, they shall sometimes be:) It is not they that are censuring their Brethren, that are stirring up division,
while corruption cleaves to them, they shall sometime be:) It is not they that Are censuring their Brothers, that Are stirring up division,
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and make all that feud, that is in the Church:
and make all that feud, that is in the Church:
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if they might be hearkened unto and regarded, there would be quietness and composure (for if ever there be peace, it will be by the strong ones:) But weak ones in grace are the burdens and troublers of the family:
if they might be harkened unto and regarded, there would be quietness and composure (for if ever there be peace, it will be by the strong ones:) But weak ones in grace Are the burdens and troublers of the family:
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you may know they are the weak ones in God's house, in that they are those that are alwayes crying;
you may know they Are the weak ones in God's house, in that they Are those that Are always crying;
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complaining, making firework in the family, back-biting, censuring their Brethren, quarrelling with one or other, & c. these peevish, troublesome souls are the weak ones, & c. 7. The strongest in grace are the best able to stand, work, and suffer alone.
complaining, making firework in the family, backbiting, censuring their Brothers, quarreling with one or other, & c. these peevish, troublesome Souls Are the weak ones, & c. 7. The Strongest in grace Are the best able to stand, work, and suffer alone.
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Though in duty they should not be alone, when they can have society;
Though in duty they should not be alone, when they can have society;
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and though they are most humble) therefore sensible they need of others) and will not throw away any of their helps,
and though they Are most humble) Therefore sensible they need of Others) and will not throw away any of their helps,
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yet if all forsake them, they will stand to it still: they go not to Heaven meerly for company sake:
yet if all forsake them, they will stand to it still: they go not to Heaven merely for company sake:
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they be not Christians meerly because such and such are Christians:
they be not Christians merely Because such and such Are Christians:
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If all the world forsake Christ, they will stick to him, unless Christ leave them to their own weakness.
If all the world forsake christ, they will stick to him, unless christ leave them to their own weakness.
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But the weak Christian hath a great deal more need of comfort and support, and lives a more dependent life:
But the weak Christian hath a great deal more need of Comfort and support, and lives a more dependent life:
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they cannot stand, work, suffer alone: if their Minister fall, they fall: if their Relations change, they change;
they cannot stand, work, suffer alone: if their Minister fallen, they fallen: if their Relations change, they change;
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if there be not some body at hand to confute an Adversary, they yield:
if there be not Some body At hand to confute an Adversary, they yield:
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if there be not some body to keep life and warmth, they grow cold in every duty:
if there be not Some body to keep life and warmth, they grow cold in every duty:
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in affliction they can step on no longer then led by the hand, & c. have Christians to support,
in affliction they can step on no longer then led by the hand, & c. have Christians to support,
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and to quiet, and moderate their passions, and to teach them the Doctrine of patience: they can hold up no longer than they are refreshed with cordials:
and to quiet, and moderate their passion, and to teach them the Doctrine of patience: they can hold up no longer than they Are refreshed with cordials:
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What would become of you, should God let you stand by your selves? & c.
What would become of you, should God let you stand by your selves? & c.
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8. The strong Christian is one that can best live without creatures upon God alone (and a weak Christian is one that hath most need of the creature,
8. The strong Christian is one that can best live without creatures upon God alone (and a weak Christian is one that hath most need of the creature,
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and can least live upon God alone) under the censures of the godly, frowns of the wicked, without riches, honours, pleasures;
and can lest live upon God alone) under the censures of the godly, frowns of the wicked, without riches, honours, pleasures;
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can have quietness and contentment in God, whether he have any thing or nothing, whereever he is, & c. The more necessity thou art in of having something besides God for thy consolation, the more weak thou art:
can have quietness and contentment in God, whither he have any thing or nothing, wherever he is, & c. The more necessity thou art in of having something beside God for thy consolation, the more weak thou art:
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there must be comfortable provision in the family, health, ease, liberty; there must be supply;
there must be comfortable provision in the family, health, ease, liberty; there must be supply;
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I know not how to be poor, disgraced, & c! This impatient soul is the feeble soul:
I know not how to be poor, disgraced, & c! This impatient soul is the feeble soul:
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Impatience is nothing but the fruit of weakness. The strong Christian can live upon God alone:
Impatience is nothing but the fruit of weakness. The strong Christian can live upon God alone:
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therefore if men make as if they were undone, if lost in their estates, 'tis a certain sign of a lamentable weakness of a sick soul.
Therefore if men make as if they were undone, if lost in their estates, it's a certain Signen of a lamentable weakness of a sick soul.
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9. That is the best and strongest Christian, and most confirmed in grace, who is most employed and abides in love of God, in love to God:
9. That is the best and Strongest Christian, and most confirmed in grace, who is most employed and abides in love of God, in love to God:
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That hath the fear of God, but goes beyond fear, and loves most, and abides most in the love of God:
That hath the Fear of God, but Goes beyond Fear, and loves most, and abides most in the love of God:
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That makes it his great business to feed upon, and study the love of God to him,
That makes it his great business to feed upon, and study the love of God to him,
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and to return love to him again.
and to return love to him again.
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The more God's Love is on thy heart, and the more thou livest in the fruit of that love, the stronger Christian.
The more God's Love is on thy heart, and the more thou Livest in the fruit of that love, the Stronger Christian.
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But he that lives most by a kind of constraining fear, though he may be sincere, he is but weak:
But he that lives most by a kind of constraining Fear, though he may be sincere, he is but weak:
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where there is nothing but fear and no love, there is no sincerity;
where there is nothing but Fear and no love, there is no sincerity;
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but where there is some little measure of love, fear is such a tyrant that it will many times cloud it,
but where there is Some little measure of love, Fear is such a tyrant that it will many times cloud it,
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so that almost all his life seems to be moved and managed by fear:
so that almost all his life seems to be moved and managed by Fear:
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and in this there is much lothness and unwillingness, and they had rather do otherwise then they do:
and in this there is much loathness and unwillingness, and they had rather do otherwise then they do:
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According to the measure of love is the strength of grace.
According to the measure of love is the strength of grace.
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10. He is the strongest Christian that hath most pure and most universal Love to others, that can love all men,
10. He is the Strongest Christian that hath most pure and most universal Love to Others, that can love all men,
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even an enemy, with true, unfeigned love, even with such love as belongs to a Christian:
even an enemy, with true, unfeigned love, even with such love as belongs to a Christian:
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that can love every Christian, and not a party only, with the pure and fervent love which belongs to Believers:
that can love every Christian, and not a party only, with the pure and fervent love which belongs to Believers:
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that can love every child of God, and not those only that are of his own opinion,
that can love every child of God, and not those only that Are of his own opinion,
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or have done him good, but all because they are children of God, with a sincere and special hearty love.
or have done him good, but all Because they Are children of God, with a sincere and special hearty love.
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That is the weak Christian that picks and chuses, that is staggering when he comes to loving an enemy:
That is the weak Christian that picks and chooses, that is staggering when he comes to loving an enemy:
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that takes in those that agree with him in judgement, and makes those almost the only object of his love;
that Takes in those that agree with him in judgement, and makes those almost the only Object of his love;
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that would confine his affections to some narrow society, some little Sect, party, or parcel of Believers,
that would confine his affections to Some narrow society, Some little Sect, party, or parcel of Believers,
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and cannot love Christians as Christians: And hence it is, division is the effect of enmity, or of weakness in grace,
and cannot love Christians as Christians: And hence it is, division is the Effect of enmity, or of weakness in grace,
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for want of the universality of love.
for want of the universality of love.
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I would make no question to prognostick the healing of all divisions within this Nation, could I but advance all that are concerned in it, to the right temper of Christian love.
I would make no question to prognostic the healing of all divisions within this nation, could I but advance all that Are concerned in it, to the right temper of Christian love.
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'Tis the weak Children in Christ's Family that falls out, when we have not enough love to reach to all,
It's the weak Children in Christ's Family that falls out, when we have not enough love to reach to all,
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and to love a Christian as a Christian, &c.
and to love a Christian as a Christian, etc.
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Quest. What must be done by those that are converted to keep them where they are, to help them unto growth, to make them letter, to further their confirmation, to secure their salvation, that they may after all attain to the Crown?Quest. What must be done by those that Are converted to keep them where they Are, to help them unto growth, to make them Letter, to further their confirmation, to secure their salvation, that they may After all attain to the Crown?
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Answ. I shall leave with you twenty Directions; and as many as there are, there are not more then you must practise;Answer I shall leave with you twenty Directions; and as many as there Are, there Are not more then you must practise;
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and take them as if they were the last Directions I should give you;
and take them as if they were the last Directions I should give you;
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and take them as practicals, not as notionals, that you must live upon as long as you live.
and take them as practicals, not as notionals, that you must live upon as long as you live.
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First, See that the foundation be soundly laid in your head and heart in matters of your Religion.
First, See that the Foundation be soundly laid in your head and heart in matters of your Religion.
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In your head, i. e. that you well understand what Religion is, what the Christian Religion is: what God is:
In your head, i. e. that you well understand what Religion is, what the Christian Religion is: what God is:
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what it is for God to be yours, in his Attributes and Relations unto you: what he is, and will be unto you:
what it is for God to be yours, in his Attributes and Relations unto you: what he is, and will be unto you:
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what you are and must be unto him: what sin is, how odious, wherein its evil consists:
what you Are and must be unto him: what since is, how odious, wherein its evil consists:
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what is sin, and what not: what sin hath done in the world, and what state it hath brought transgressors into:
what is since, and what not: what since hath done in the world, and what state it hath brought transgressors into:
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what Christ is, what he hath done for man's recovery and redemption: what he hath wrought, gives, and offers to the world:
what christ is, what he hath done for Man's recovery and redemption: what he hath wrought, gives, and offers to the world:
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The end and design of God in the work of mans redemption:
The end and Design of God in the work of men redemption:
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The tender of the Gospel-Covenant of grace, freeness, largeness, and excellency of the grace of this Covenant: The end of our Religion:
The tender of the Gospel covenant of grace, freeness, largeness, and excellency of the grace of this Covenant: The end of our Religion:
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the everlasting glory that is revealed in the Gospel, what it is, how sure, and how great.
the everlasting glory that is revealed in the Gospel, what it is, how sure, and how great.
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When you understand these things, get a sound and radicated belief concerning the Truths of the holy Scripture revealing all these things:
When you understand these things, get a found and radicated belief Concerning the Truths of the holy Scripture revealing all these things:
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And think it not enough that the Scripture is true, or that you are resolved so to believe,
And think it not enough that the Scripture is true, or that you Are resolved so to believe,
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but get the best grounds for your belief, be well established on those grounds: Read the Scripture much, till you are acquainted with, and relish the matter and language,
but get the best grounds for your belief, be well established on those grounds: Read the Scripture much, till you Are acquainted with, and relish the matter and language,
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and feel the power, until all be delightful to your souls in reading. And be not ashamed to understand the Fundamentals: look to your Catechisms:
and feel the power, until all be delightful to your Souls in reading. And be not ashamed to understand the Fundamentals: look to your Catechisms:
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The Fundamentals of Religion you must understand and receive.
The Fundamentals of Religion you must understand and receive.
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And when you have got them into your head, be sure you get them into your heart,
And when you have god them into your head, be sure you get them into your heart,
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and never think any truth received as it ought, till it hath done some special work on your heart;
and never think any truth received as it ought, till it hath done Some special work on your heart;
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till you believe that God is Almighty, Just, Holy, &c. and all the Attributes of God have made their holy impression on your heart:
till you believe that God is Almighty, Just, Holy, etc. and all the Attributes of God have made their holy impression on your heart:
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that the sanctifying knowledge of God hath warmed your affections, captivated your souls, that God be inthron'd in your hearts, by the belief and knowledge of your minds:
that the sanctifying knowledge of God hath warmed your affections, captivated your Souls, that God be Enthroned in your hearts, by the belief and knowledge of your minds:
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Know your selves so as to be humble: know Christ so as he may be sweet unto you, and exalted by you:
Know your selves so as to be humble: know christ so as he may be sweet unto you, and exalted by you:
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set up Christ in your souls nearest to your hearts:
Set up christ in your Souls nearest to your hearts:
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know sin so as to hate it, &c. 'Tis the entertainment of the good things of the Gospel by the Will, that is the principal part of your Religion.
know since so as to hate it, etc. It's the entertainment of the good things of the Gospel by the Will, that is the principal part of your Religion.
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'Tis a matter of lamentable consequence in all your lives, when there is not a sound work at the heart:
It's a matter of lamentable consequence in all your lives, when there is not a found work At the heart:
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how little life will there be from any truth in reading or hearing? The Fundamentals of Religion must be so received, as not only to have an old heart mended, but a new heart made.
how little life will there be from any truth in reading or hearing? The Fundamentals of Religion must be so received, as not only to have an old heart mended, but a new heart made.
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Thus understand, believe, and give up thy heart to that thou believest and understandest.
Thus understand, believe, and give up thy heart to that thou Believest and Understandest.
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2. Know and remember, the work of your Salvation must be as long as you live;
2. Know and Remember, the work of your Salvation must be as long as you live;
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and that you have never done, till you have done living.
and that you have never done, till you have done living.
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I give this direction, because I find something in Christianity, the remainds of Carnality is apt to hinder, &c. and some Professors,
I give this direction, Because I find something in Christianity, the remains of Carnality is apt to hinder, etc. and Some Professors,
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when converted, they are reconciled to God, and safe, &c. but there's a great deal to be done after, &c. 3. Understand well, Wherein it is your confirmation, stability, rootedness, and growth in Religion doth consist.
when converted, they Are reconciled to God, and safe, etc. but there's a great deal to be done After, etc. 3. Understand well, Wherein it is your confirmation, stability, rootedness, and growth in Religion does consist.
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The chief part of your growth in Grace is not, to know more things then you knew before:
The chief part of your growth in Grace is not, to know more things then you knew before:
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but to grow in the knowledge, belief, entertainment, and improvement of the same truths, that at first you did receive: (not that you may not or should not know more,
but to grow in the knowledge, belief, entertainment, and improvement of the same truths, that At First you did receive: (not that you may not or should not know more,
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for the clear knowledge of the Fundamentals guide you unavoidably to the sight of many other truths;
for the clear knowledge of the Fundamentals guide you avoidable to the sighed of many other truths;
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which a darker knowledge of those Fundamentals will not discover to you.) 'Tis not an addition to your former knowledge,
which a Darker knowledge of those Fundamentals will not discover to you.) It's not an addition to your former knowledge,
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but the clearer knowing, sounder believing, heartier entertaining and improving of the truths you knew at first;
but the clearer knowing, sounder believing, heartier entertaining and improving of the truths you knew At First;
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as the health of a man consists not in having every day variety of food, but in the partaking and digestion of the same food, that's fittest for him:
as the health of a man consists not in having every day variety of food, but in the partaking and digestion of the same food, that's Fittest for him:
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get but a more perfect conviction, or concoction of what you knew before, and this is your growth.
get but a more perfect conviction, or concoction of what you knew before, and this is your growth.
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You may grow in the knowledge of Gods attributes by knowing them more clearly, orderly, distinctly, satisfactorily and believingly then before.
You may grow in the knowledge of God's attributes by knowing them more clearly, orderly, distinctly, satisfactorily and believingly then before.
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There is a world of difference in the manner of knowledge, between a dark and a clear knowing of things.
There is a world of difference in the manner of knowledge, between a dark and a clear knowing of things.
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Grow in greater love to them, and greater skill in entertainment, improvement, and practise of them.
Grow in greater love to them, and greater skill in entertainment, improvement, and practice of them.
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4. Grow downward in humility, and inward in the knowledge of your selves: and above all, maintain a constant abhorrence and jealousie of the sin of Pride:
4. Grow downward in humility, and inward in the knowledge of your selves: and above all, maintain a constant abhorrence and jealousy of the since of Pride:
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grow in humility, and fly from Pride;
grow in humility, and fly from Pride;
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keep a constant apprehension of your unworthiness and weakness, of the odiousness and danger of the sin of spiritual pride (so called,
keep a constant apprehension of your unworthiness and weakness, of the odiousness and danger of the since of spiritual pride (so called,
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because exercised about spiritual things) of being pufft up with pride of any thing in your selves, of being too confident in your selves.
Because exercised about spiritual things) of being puffed up with pride of any thing in your selves, of being too confident in your selves.
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Below in own, and expect not, nor desire others good thoughts of you. Humility lies not in humility of opinion, speech, garb, or carriage:
Below in own, and expect not, nor desire Others good thoughts of you. Humility lies not in humility of opinion, speech, garb, or carriage:
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but in opposition to high thoughts of our own parts, gifts, godliness, when we think of these above their worth:
but in opposition to high thoughts of our own parts, Gifts, godliness, when we think of these above their worth:
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still remember Psal. 25. Prov. 26. 19. Isai. 57. 15. Ioh. 22. 29. As ever you would grow in grace and be confirmed Christians, keep a low esteem of your selves;
still Remember Psalm 25. Curae 26. 19. Isaiah 57. 15. John 22. 29. As ever you would grow in grace and be confirmed Christians, keep a low esteem of your selves;
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be mean in your own eyes, be content to be mean in others; and hearken not to secret flatterers that would puff you up.
be mean in your own eyes, be content to be mean in Others; and harken not to secret Flatterers that would puff you up.
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Take heed of any thing that would puff you up, &c. 5. You must understand that you are Disciples in Christs School, where Ministers are his teachers and guides:
Take heed of any thing that would puff you up, etc. 5. You must understand that you Are Disciples in Christ School, where Ministers Are his Teachers and guides:
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the Ordinances his means for his peoples good; and the Scripture, the Book you must learn: therefore keep in this order:
the Ordinances his means for his peoples good; and the Scripture, the Book you must Learn: Therefore keep in this order:
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keep under these Guides, commit your souls to those that are faithful, and fit for souls to be intrusted with.
keep under these Guides, commit your Souls to those that Are faithful, and fit for Souls to be Entrusted with.
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And when you have done with humble submissiveness to their teaching, keep in this School under those officers in their Discipline,
And when you have done with humble submissiveness to their teaching, keep in this School under those Officers in their Discipline,
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and dwell in the Catholick Church and Communion of Saints, and understand the duty of Pastors and People, Heb. 13. 17, 18. 1 Thes. 5. 12. Obey them that have the Rule over you.
and dwell in the Catholic Church and Communion of Saints, and understand the duty of Pastors and People, Hebrew 13. 17, 18. 1 Thebes 5. 12. Obey them that have the Rule over you.
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If God had seen the poor Christians sufficient to support themselves, he would never have made it the duty of all, to be marshalled and rank'd in several Schools, Ranks, Orders,
If God had seen the poor Christians sufficient to support themselves, he would never have made it the duty of all, to be marshaled and ranked in several Schools, Ranks, Order,
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and all to walk in this Order to Heaven.
and all to walk in this Order to Heaven.
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If you withdraw from under Christ's Officers and Ordinances, you are in danger of being snatcht up as straglers.
If you withdraw from under Christ's Officers and Ordinances, you Are in danger of being snatched up as stragglers.
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Quest. What shall we do? Whom shall we take for our guides, if God take them away, & c? Quest. What shall we do? Whom shall we take for our guides, if God take them away, & c?
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Answ. 'Tis not the denyal of publick liberty that loses that loses that relation between a Pastor and his Flock,Answer It's not the denial of public liberty that loses that loses that Relation between a Pastor and his Flock,
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nor any word from man should cause a poor soul to trust it self for guidance of Salvation to one that is not able:
nor any word from man should cause a poor soul to trust it self for guidance of Salvation to one that is not able:
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a man's soul is not to be hazarded upon damnation, by being deprived of the Officers and Ordinances of Christ,
a Man's soul is not to be hazarded upon damnation, by being deprived of the Officers and Ordinances of christ,
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and cast upon the conduct of a blind guide, meerly for the pleasuring of a meer man.
and cast upon the conduct of a blind guide, merely for the pleasuring of a mere man.
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6. Be sure you understand the nature of Churchunion, and necessity of maintaining it, and abhorr all wayes that are truly Schismatical, that would rent and divide the Church of Christ.
6. Be sure you understand the nature of Churchunion, and necessity of maintaining it, and abhor all ways that Are truly Schismatical, that would rend and divide the Church of christ.
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As you must not, under pretence of avoiding Schism, cast your soul upon apparent hazard of damnation;
As you must not, under pretence of avoiding Schism, cast your soul upon apparent hazard of damnation;
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so you must maintain the necessity of Church-Union and Communion:
so you must maintain the necessity of Church-union and Communion:
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when Christ's members walk in Communion with Christ's members, supposing that which is singular to the generality of judicious men.
when Christ's members walk in Communion with Christ's members, supposing that which is singular to the generality of judicious men.
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Take heed of any thing that would withdraw you from the Communion of the generality of those that are sound in the Faith.
Take heed of any thing that would withdraw you from the Communion of the generality of those that Are found in the Faith.
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Take heed of withdrawing from the main body of Believers. Christ is the Head of his Church, he will never condemn his Church;
Take heed of withdrawing from the main body of Believers. christ is the Head of his Church, he will never condemn his Church;
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walk in those substantials Christ's Church hath walked in.
walk in those substantials Christ's Church hath walked in.
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Divisions among Christians is a sin God hath described, as odious, and tending to the ruine of Christians.
Divisions among Christians is a since God hath described, as odious, and tending to the ruin of Christians.
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Be very suspicious of any that would draw you from the main body of Believers,
Be very suspicious of any that would draw you from the main body of Believers,
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and keep Communion with the Universal Church of Christ, with the generality of the godly in love and affection, &c. 7. Be sure your own hearts and ways be the matter of your dayly study;
and keep Communion with the Universal Church of christ, with the generality of the godly in love and affection, etc. 7. Be sure your own hearts and ways be the matter of your daily study;
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and when hypocrites have their work abroad, let yours be much at home;
and when Hypocrites have their work abroad, let yours be much At home;
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while they make it their business to censure this and that man, let the main of your business be in dressing the inward of your own hearts, in keeping all right between God and you.
while they make it their business to censure this and that man, let the main of your business be in dressing the inward of your own hearts, in keeping all right between God and you.
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Observe your hearts inclinations; if any inordinate inclination after any thing, set a special guard:
Observe your hearts inclinations; if any inordinate inclination After any thing, Set a special guard:
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mark which way your thoughts go, that you may know your inclinations by your thoughts. In an especial manner, preserve tenderness of Conscience, fear of sin, loathfulness to displease God, let truth have the mastery, maintain such a Conscience that dares not sin to save your lives;
mark which Way your thoughts go, that you may know your inclinations by your thoughts. In an especial manner, preserve tenderness of Conscience, Fear of since, loathfulness to displease God, let truth have the mastery, maintain such a Conscience that dares not sin to save your lives;
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be sure you sin not willfully, obey the light.
be sure you sin not wilfully, obey the Light.
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8. Be sure to keep up continually a lively apprehension of the state and place of your everlasting happiness, to live by faith upon the unseen world.
8. Be sure to keep up continually a lively apprehension of the state and place of your everlasting happiness, to live by faith upon the unseen world.
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Know where your happiness lies, and what it is, that you grow not to carnal apprehensions of your happiness.
Know where your happiness lies, and what it is, that you grow not to carnal apprehensions of your happiness.
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Live upon Heaven, and let that be it that shall animate your faith to duty:
Live upon Heaven, and let that be it that shall animate your faith to duty:
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and all that you may still be weary of vexations, and sensible of the vanities here below: Let your conversation be above.
and all that you may still be weary of vexations, and sensible of the vanities Here below: Let your Conversation be above.
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Be confirmed in your apprehensions of the certainty and excellency of eternal blessedness;
Be confirmed in your apprehensions of the certainty and excellency of Eternal blessedness;
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grow more in Heavenly-mindedness and in satisfaction of soul, in the hopes you have of these things.
grow more in Heavenly-mindedness and in satisfaction of soul, in the hope's you have of these things.
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9. Understand the nature, method, and power of temptations how to resist them, and live in watchfulness.
9. Understand the nature, method, and power of temptations how to resist them, and live in watchfulness.
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Be not a stranger to Satan and his methods of tempting, what you have to watch against and oppose, where you must be armed.
Be not a stranger to Satan and his methods of tempting, what you have to watch against and oppose, where you must be armed.
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Understand the nature of Christian watchfulness; keep up a constant resolution and courage in resisting, especially the temptations you carry about with you, of your calling, constitution, company, and of the times;
Understand the nature of Christian watchfulness; keep up a constant resolution and courage in resisting, especially the temptations you carry about with you, of your calling, constitution, company, and of the times;
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set them down, remember them, keep a special Observation of them all: and say, This and this it is I am in danger of;
Set them down, Remember them, keep a special Observation of them all: and say, This and this it is I am in danger of;
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and 'tis my integrity and salvation that's in danger, and here place a special guard, and make it your business to resist.
and it's my integrity and salvation that's in danger, and Here place a special guard, and make it your business to resist.
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The principal cause of Christians negligence in this, is the security of their Consciences, and love of their Sins:
The principal cause of Christians negligence in this, is the security of their Consciences, and love of their Sins:
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did you know your danger, you would better look after your safety, 2 Cor. 2. 11. 10. Especially understand how much the flesh and carnal self is an Enemy to God and your souls:
did you know your danger, you would better look After your safety, 2 Cor. 2. 11. 10. Especially understand how much the Flesh and carnal self is an Enemy to God and your Souls:
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and how much you are engaged by the Christian Covenant to live in a warfare against your selves, and against your flesh.
and how much you Are engaged by the Christian Covenant to live in a warfare against your selves, and against your Flesh.
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You must not think the life of self-pleasing is consistent with Religion:
You must not think the life of self-pleasing is consistent with Religion:
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understand how you are bound to take the flesh for your enemy, to watch against it,
understand how you Are bound to take the Flesh for your enemy, to watch against it,
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and to live in a continual combat with it, Col. 3. 5. The flesh is your chiefest enemy:
and to live in a continual combat with it, Col. 3. 5. The Flesh is your chiefest enemy:
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the very senses themselves are all grown inordinate, and the work of faith is very much seen in its exercise this way;
the very Senses themselves Are all grown inordinate, and the work of faith is very much seen in its exercise this Way;
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if you get an opinion that you may eat, and drink, and cloathe, &c. and do all things to gratifie your selves, &c. then no wonder if you find but little increase in spirituals, while you grow so carnal.
if you get an opinion that you may eat, and drink, and cloth, etc. and do all things to gratify your selves, etc. then no wonder if you find but little increase in spirituals, while you grow so carnal.
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Understand and practise the duty of Self-denial. Self is the very heart of sin: Humor it not, under pretence of liberty in Religion.
Understand and practise the duty of Self-denial. Self is the very heart of since: Humour it not, under pretence of liberty in Religion.
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11. Give not way to a formal, heartless, seeming Religiousness, Customariness, without the life:
11. Give not Way to a formal, heartless, seeming Religiousness, Customariness, without the life:
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but keep your souls in a continual seriousness and awakedness about God, Immortality, and your great Concernments.
but keep your Souls in a continual seriousness and awakedness about God, Immortality, and your great Concernments.
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If one duty be dead, take heed lest that incline you to a deadness in another,
If one duty be dead, take heed lest that incline you to a deadness in Another,
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and so grow to a customary deadness ▪ Take heed of spiritual slothfulness, that makes you keep your hands in your bosom,
and so grow to a customary deadness ▪ Take heed of spiritual slothfulness, that makes you keep your hands in your bosom,
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when you should be doing for your souls: stir up to, and in, duty, when you have but little time for life eternal:
when you should be doing for your Souls: stir up to, and in, duty, when you have but little time for life Eternal:
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do not pray as if you prayed not, or hear as though you heard not:
do not pray as if you prayed not, or hear as though you herd not:
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but, when upon duty, doing Gods service, do it with all the seriousness and vigour you can;
but, when upon duty, doing God's service, do it with all the seriousness and vigour you can;
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To grow lazie and negligent is the declining way: Use such considerations as may stir you up, Rom. 12. 11. Tit. 2. 14.
To grow lazy and negligent is the declining Way: Use such considerations as may stir you up, Rom. 12. 11. Tit. 2. 14.
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12. Remember alwayes the worth of time, and greatness of your work, and therefore so value time,
12. remember always the worth of time, and greatness of your work, and Therefore so valve time,
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as not negligently or slothfully to lose a moment:
as not negligently or slothfully to loose a moment:
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it will quickly be gone, and when you are at the last you will better know its worth:
it will quickly be gone, and when you Are At the last you will better know its worth:
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harken to no temptation that will draw you to any trifling, abusing, wasting of your precious time.
harken to no temptation that will draw you to any trifling, abusing, wasting of your precious time.
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If thou hast no argument against thy sports, trifling pleasures, &c. but this, It loses my time, take it for a greater argument then if it lose thee thy money, friends,
If thou hast no argument against thy sports, trifling pleasures, etc. but this, It loses my time, take it for a greater argument then if it loose thee thy money, Friends,
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or any thing in the world:
or any thing in the world:
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especially value the preciousest of your time, your Youth, your morning hours, especially the Lords day;
especially valve the preciousest of your time, your Youth, your morning hours, especially the lords day;
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lose not any part of it, but improve it with your selves and families:
loose not any part of it, but improve it with your selves and families:
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lose not a moment of the Lord's-day, nor any of thy precious time thou canst spare and redeem:
loose not a moment of the Lord's day, nor any of thy precious time thou Canst spare and Redeem:
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if thou hast lost any, be humbled for it, and be carefull to redeem the rest:
if thou hast lost any, be humbled for it, and be careful to Redeem the rest:
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look back, Do you approve of the time that is past? could you not have spent it better? remember what you have lost, let that quicken you;
look back, Do you approve of the time that is passed? could you not have spent it better? Remember what you have lost, let that quicken you;
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look before you, remember what is to be done, and do that first which must be done,
look before you, Remember what is to be done, and do that First which must be done,
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and then leave trifles to that time you have to spare.
and then leave trifles to that time you have to spare.
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It is ignorance and idleness, and not want of work, that makes any think they have time to spare.
It is ignorance and idleness, and not want of work, that makes any think they have time to spare.
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Eph. 5. 16. Col. 4, 5. 13. Make a careful choice of your company; you cannot travell well to Heaven alone, especially when you may have company:Ephesians 5. 16. Col. 4, 5. 13. Make a careful choice of your company; you cannot travel well to Heaven alone, especially when you may have company:
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Thrust not your selves into every company, Eph. 5. 7. converse as much as you can with those that will help you, that are warm when you are cold, knowing where you are ignorant, believing when you are doubtfull, &c. Especially for your constant companions, live with those that will be a frequent help to you:
Thrust not your selves into every company, Ephesians 5. 7. converse as much as you can with those that will help you, that Are warm when you Are cold, knowing where you Are ignorant, believing when you Are doubtful, etc. Especially for your constant Sodales, live with those that will be a frequent help to you:
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Masters chuse the best servants that fear God: Servants, chuse to live with those that will help you in the fear of God:
Masters choose the best Servants that Fear God: Servants, choose to live with those that will help you in the Fear of God:
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for Husbands and Wives, make choice of those that will intend upon Religion;
for Husbands and Wives, make choice of those that will intend upon Religion;
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take heed of being unequally yoaked, and of thinking to get well to Heaven, while you presume to unite your selves with those that with great advantage will hinder, not help your Salvation.
take heed of being unequally yoked, and of thinking to get well to Heaven, while you presume to unite your selves with those that with great advantage will hinder, not help your Salvation.
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14. Keep a constant guard upon the Tongue, especially take heed of those common sins that disgrace hath not d• … iven out of the world,
14. Keep a constant guard upon the Tongue, especially take heed of those Common Sins that disgrace hath not d• … iven out of the world,
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but have got some kind of credit amongst some professors:
but have god Some kind of credit among Some professors:
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namely idle talk that wastes precious time, makes us unfruitful to one another, backbiting especially, can they put but a Religious pretence upon it,
namely idle talk that wastes precious time, makes us unfruitful to one Another, backbiting especially, can they put but a Religious pretence upon it,
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or if they backbite those that differ in opinion.
or if they backbite those that differ in opinion.
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Remember that terrible passage, Pro. 18. 21. • … Ia. 1. 26. & 3. 5, 6. Psal. 39. & 35. 28. Avoid idle talk, backbiting, &c. Watch over your tongues:
remember that terrible passage, Pro 18. 21. • … Ia. 1. 26. & 3. 5, 6. Psalm 39. & 35. 28. Avoid idle talk, backbiting, etc. Watch over your tongues:
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and if any are by nature addicted to a laxity of tongue, and multitude of words, there lies a double obligation on you in point of danger and necessity, above all others to keep a careful watch over your tongue, you should rather speak fewer words then others:
and if any Are by nature addicted to a laxity of tongue, and multitude of words, there lies a double obligation on you in point of danger and necessity, above all Others to keep a careful watch over your tongue, you should rather speak fewer words then Others:
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and if you find your selves inclined to speak against any behind his back, reprehend your selves and avoid it.
and if you find your selves inclined to speak against any behind his back, reprehend your selves and avoid it.
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15. Learn the holy skill of improving every condition that God shall cast you into;
15. Learn the holy skill of improving every condition that God shall cast you into;
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learn how to live to God in every condition: • … you have skill and heart, there is advantage to be got by all;
Learn how to live to God in every condition: • … you have skill and heart, there is advantage to be god by all;
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that prosperity may strengthen you in God, encourage you in his service;
that Prosperity may strengthen you in God, encourage you in his service;
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that adversity may wean you from the world, help you to repentance, raise you to God,
that adversity may wean you from the world, help you to Repentance, raise you to God,
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and give you more then it took away.
and give you more then it took away.
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Know the danger and duty of every condition, study them before they come upon you, that they do not surprize you:
Know the danger and duty of every condition, study them before they come upon you, that they do not surprise you:
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learn to know what's the danger, duty, and ▪ particular temptation of every condition, and in that condition ▪ you are most likely to expect a fall into:
Learn to know what's the danger, duty, and ▪ particular temptation of every condition, and in that condition ▪ you Are most likely to expect a fallen into:
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prepare for affliction as the common lott of the Saints, take it as no strange thing when it overtakes you:
prepare for affliction as the Common lot of the Saints, take it as no strange thing when it overtakes you:
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know how to abound and how to want.
know how to abound and how to want.
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A great deal of a Christians safety and comfort lies in this, to study the temptation and duty of every condition before it come, that so you may have your remedy at hand,
A great deal of a Christians safety and Comfort lies in this, to study the temptation and duty of every condition before it come, that so you may have your remedy At hand,
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and fall to your work and commit your selves to God.
and fallen to your work and commit your selves to God.
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16. Be as conscionable and strict in the duties of your relations, and dealings with men, proportionably as in the duties of holinesse, more directly to be performed to God;
16. Be as conscionable and strict in the duties of your relations, and dealings with men, proportionably as in the duties of holiness, more directly to be performed to God;
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make as much conscience, care, study, diligence, about being just, that you wrong no man in buying or selling,
make as much conscience, care, study, diligence, about being just, that you wrong no man in buying or selling,
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as you do in duties of holinesse, hearing, praying, receiving.
as you do in duties of holiness, hearing, praying, receiving.
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In your trading make conscience of justice and faithfulnesse as well as in the worship of God,
In your trading make conscience of Justice and faithfulness as well as in the worship of God,
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and in your own personall behaviour;
and in your own personal behaviour;
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in your calling be diligent, not slothful in businesse, &c. And so in the duties of your relations:
in your calling be diligent, not slothful in business, etc. And so in the duties of your relations:
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Oh that Parents knew what a charge lies on them concerning the souls of their Children, &c. So Masters, look to your servants,
O that Parents knew what a charge lies on them Concerning the Souls of their Children, etc. So Masters, look to your Servants,
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and be as conscionable in doing your duty for their souls good ▪ and being faithful to them,
and be as conscionable in doing your duty for their Souls good ▪ and being faithful to them,
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and compassionate over them, as in your duty to God: keep up family duties with life, seriousnesse, dilige• … ce and vigor:
and compassionate over them, as in your duty to God: keep up family duties with life, seriousness, dilige• … ce and vigor:
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the life of Religion in the world must be kept up very much in families.
the life of Religion in the world must be kept up very much in families.
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17. Make it your study and care to do all the good you can in the world;
17. Make it your study and care to do all the good you can in the world;
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let doing good be the principall part of your businesse; think that the safest and happiest life in which you can do greatest good:
let doing good be the principal part of your business; think that the Safest and Happiest life in which you can do greatest good:
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suffer not opportunities to slip out of your hands; take them where you have them, and seek where you may have them.
suffer not opportunities to slip out of your hands; take them where you have them, and seek where you may have them.
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Look not only where you may get good, but where you may have opportunities to do good to others:
Look not only where you may get good, but where you may have opportunities to do good to Others:
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every Talent must be answered for; your knowledge, health, &c. cause it as you will answer for it;
every Talon must be answered for; your knowledge, health, etc. cause it as you will answer for it;
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and know 'tis one of the greatest Mercies in the world, for God to give you hearts in doing good with that he hath given, Heb. 13. 16. not for applause;
and know it's one of the greatest mercies in the world, for God to give you hearts in doing good with that he hath given, Hebrew 13. 16. not for applause;
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but be good Husbands for God, and consider which way you may attain your ends best, by what you give or do.
but be good Husbands for God, and Consider which Way you may attain your ends best, by what you give or do.
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Thus, be rich in good works.
Thus, be rich in good works.
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18. Live still as before the living God, approve your hearts to him, as knowing you stand or fall unto his Judgment.
18. Live still as before the living God, approve your hearts to him, as knowing you stand or fallen unto his Judgement.
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Avoid carefully all offences unto men, for the Lords sake, and their conscience sake; take heed of scandal ▪ and receive all the good from ▪ others you can,
Avoid carefully all offences unto men, for the lords sake, and their conscience sake; take heed of scandal ▪ and receive all the good from ▪ Others you can,
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but stick not too much on mans approbation:
but stick not too much on men approbation:
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disregard not suspitions or reproofs of Godly men, but make not mans praise to be any part of your reward;
disregard not suspicions or reproofs of Godly men, but make not men praise to be any part of your reward;
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it is a small thing for me to be judged of men. Be not much troubled at it, if you cannot please all:
it is a small thing for me to be judged of men. Be not much troubled At it, if you cannot please all:
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the bawlings of the malicious should not disturb a soul that is quietly housed with God:
the bawlings of the malicious should not disturb a soul that is quietly housed with God:
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that soul is not well stablished in faith that can be so disturb'd and distempered by the wrath or words of malicious men.
that soul is not well established in faith that can be so disturbed and distempered by the wrath or words of malicious men.
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Remember, God himself pleases not all;
remember, God himself Pleases not all;
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the most of the world are enemies to their Maker upon the acco• … nt of his Holiness, Justice, &c. and canst thou think to please all? Appeal from the world and your selves unto God,
the most of the world Are enemies to their Maker upon the acco• … nt of his Holiness, justice, etc. and Canst thou think to please all? Appeal from the world and your selves unto God,
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for the consolation of his approbation, and for your felicity:
for the consolation of his approbation, and for your felicity:
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this will save you from hypocrisie, and keep you from the temptations and vexations of the censorious world.
this will save you from hypocrisy, and keep you from the temptations and vexations of the censorious world.
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19. Be every day as serious in your preparation for death and judgement, as those that are alwayes certain that it will come,
19. Be every day as serious in your preparation for death and judgement, as those that Are always certain that it will come,
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and know not the moment when it will come ( Mat. 24. 49.): Use often to think seriously before-hand, what Death is;
and know not the moment when it will come (Mathew 24. 49.): Use often to think seriously beforehand, what Death is;
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what thoughts, what trials, death will put a man upon: what temptations usually accompany our approaching death:
what thoughts, what trials, death will put a man upon: what temptations usually accompany our approaching death:
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what you shall most need at such a time as that: what thoughts are likeliest to possess you then:
what you shall most need At such a time as that: what thoughts Are likeliest to possess you then:
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what you are likeliest to wish for, when you must needs die, about spending your time, expending your estate, conversing with others, &c. Ask your selves, What will I wish I had done or been,
what you Are likeliest to wish for, when you must needs die, about spending your time, expending your estate, conversing with Others, etc. Ask your selves, What will I wish I had done or been,
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when I come to die? Think what will be most dreadful to a dying man? for thus you have time to escape his judgement:
when I come to die? Think what will be most dreadful to a dying man? for thus you have time to escape his judgement:
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will it not be sad, to think on a life lost in vanity, drench'd in wordliness, unreconciled to God,
will it not be sad, to think on a life lost in vanity, drenched in worldliness, unreconciled to God,
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or at least in utter uncertainty of his love? God hath not foreshewed what will be a dying man's terror to torment thee,
or At least in utter uncertainty of his love? God hath not foreshowed what will be a dying Man's terror to torment thee,
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but to get out that terror; that which will be most terrible at death, conquer and destroy it presently.
but to get out that terror; that which will be most terrible At death, conquer and destroy it presently.
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They that were ready went in with the Bridegroom, and the door was shut, (Mat. 25. 10.) Oh happy thou,They that were ready went in with the Bridegroom, and the door was shut, (Mathew 25. 10.) O happy thou,
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if while the door is open thou be found ready to go in:
if while the door is open thou be found ready to go in:
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woe, if when the door be shut, thou hast thy preparation to make, thy graces to seek.
woe, if when the door be shut, thou hast thy preparation to make, thy graces to seek.
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Bethink, what you will either wish or fear when you come to dye, and when you will say, This should have been done, &c. Let it now be done.
Bethink, what you will either wish or Fear when you come to die, and when you will say, This should have been done, etc. Let it now be done.
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20. Rise speedily after every fall by sound repentance, and a fresh recourse to the blood of Christ, Covenant of Grace, and his intercession.
20. Rise speedily After every fallen by found Repentance, and a fresh recourse to the blood of christ, Covenant of Grace, and his Intercession.
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Lie not secure in any sin into which thou art lapsed: take heed of delaying and trifling, when thy particular repentance should be exercised.
Lie not secure in any since into which thou art lapsed: take heed of delaying and trifling, when thy particular Repentance should be exercised.
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Renew thy Covenant, and after thy rising, deal faithfully with thy self and God, favour not thy sin,
Renew thy Covenant, and After thy rising, deal faithfully with thy self and God, favour not thy since,
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nor flesh, go to the quick, leave no corruption at the bottom;
nor Flesh, go to the quick, leave no corruption At the bottom;
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If called to make restitution, to shame thy self before men by confession, stick not at it;
If called to make restitution, to shame thy self before men by Confessi, stick not At it;
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take the plainest course, that is the way of God: And let not any thought of shame, dishonour, or losse hinder it;
take the Plainest course, that is the Way of God: And let not any Thought of shame, dishonour, or loss hinder it;
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for the more it costs thee to rise from sin, the likelier it is thou art sound in thy conversion,
for the more it costs thee to rise from since, the likelier it is thou art found in thy conversion,
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and the more comfort wilt thou have;
and the more Comfort wilt thou have;
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otherwise the fears and pains of thy disease will be upon thee, when the through Cure would have prevented it;
otherwise the fears and pains of thy disease will be upon thee, when the through Cure would have prevented it;
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quarrel not at any man's Reproof, though they miscarry in it, have mentioned thy faults with passion, &c. take that which is good and be thankful.
quarrel not At any Man's Reproof, though they miscarry in it, have mentioned thy Faults with passion, etc. take that which is good and be thankful.
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And after every fall sit not down in perpetual distress, but, as Christ takes the honour of thy cure, take thou the comfort of thy cure, when recovered.
And After every fallen fit not down in perpetual distress, but, as christ Takes the honour of thy cure, take thou the Comfort of thy cure, when recovered.
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See thou art truly risen by repentance, and returned to him whom thou hast dishonoured —.
See thou art truly risen by Repentance, and returned to him whom thou hast dishonoured —.
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Thy care must be to see thou be sincere in thy return, and then walk comfortably.
Thy care must be to see thou be sincere in thy return, and then walk comfortably.
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See that Satan make thee not to walk so as to rob thee of thy comfort, and God of his honour.
See that Satan make thee not to walk so as to rob thee of thy Comfort, and God of his honour.
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Thus having given you twenty Directions, I shall reduce all to these eight Particulars. 1. Do not think, strength of grace will be got with ease:
Thus having given you twenty Directions, I shall reduce all to these eight Particulars. 1. Do not think, strength of grace will be god with ease:
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you must do that, that in other things is done for the attaining of strength, increase, and confirmation.
you must do that, that in other things is done for the attaining of strength, increase, and confirmation.
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A man cannot attain Knowledge in Law, Physick, or any Art, without studying, diligence, unwearied labour and patience, through that time that is necessary to attain it.
A man cannot attain Knowledge in Law, Physic, or any Art, without studying, diligence, unwearied labour and patience, through that time that is necessary to attain it.
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Set your selves to the reading of the Scripture, and other good Books; study good Truths:
Set your selves to the reading of the Scripture, and other good Books; study good Truths:
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Think not to attain mastery in a day:
Think not to attain mastery in a day:
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And if ever such a conceit come into your minds, that you are strong confirmed Christians, do not easily entertain it:
And if ever such a conceit come into your minds, that you Are strong confirmed Christians, do not Easily entertain it:
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there must be time, industry, and diligence: ordinarily, suspect the conceit you may have of strength and confirmation; you must grow by degrees:
there must be time, industry, and diligence: ordinarily, suspect the conceit you may have of strength and confirmation; you must grow by Degrees:
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God's Method is, to begin like a grain of Mustard-seed: we are not born men. Labour in the proper means with patience:
God's Method is, to begin like a grain of Mustard seed: we Are not born men. Labour in the proper means with patience:
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infused gifts are given according to the manner of acquiring them: God gives, as if our acquisition did attain it:
infused Gifts Are given according to the manner of acquiring them: God gives, as if our acquisition did attain it:
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never think of having this without patience, labour, and diligence.
never think of having this without patience, labour, and diligence.
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2. Grow up in the Church of God, and under his Officers, and Ordinances, and among his people:
2. Grow up in the Church of God, and under his Officers, and Ordinances, and among his people:
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Do not transplant your selves from the garden and Vineyard of the Lord, if you will thrive:
Do not transplant your selves from the garden and Vineyard of the Lord, if you will thrive:
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no prospering in the Commons where weeds will choak, &c. Keep within the Church of God, in the communion of his People, among his Servants, under the guidance of his Ministers,
no prospering in the Commons where weeds will choke, etc. Keep within the Church of God, in the communion of his People, among his Servants, under the guidance of his Ministers,
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for that is the duty of Ministers to bring up, train up, and help the weak ones, till they grow to be strong:
for that is the duty of Ministers to bring up, train up, and help the weak ones, till they grow to be strong:
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they are to be God's Nurses, and helpers of the weak in the House of God:
they Are to be God's Nurse's, and helpers of the weak in the House of God:
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Do not think to prosper by breaking over the hedge, under pretence of any right of holiness whatsoever, following any party that would draw you to Seperation.
Do not think to prosper by breaking over the hedge, under pretence of any right of holiness whatsoever, following any party that would draw you to Separation.
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3. Make it, amongst others, the principal study of your lives, to study the love of God in the Redeemer, the nature of the new Covenant,
3. Make it, among Others, the principal study of your lives, to study the love of God in the Redeemer, the nature of the new Covenant,
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and the infinite goodness revealed in the face of a Mediator:
and the infinite Goodness revealed in the face of a Mediator:
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how it was his design to attract the hearts of men to the love of God, by revealing his infinite love in the Redeemer;
how it was his Design to attract the hearts of men to the love of God, by revealing his infinite love in the Redeemer;
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unto what end Christ came for, even to represent God's goodness in sinners hearts, of their being reconciled to him,
unto what end christ Come for, even to represent God's Goodness in Sinners hearts, of their being reconciled to him,
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and ravishing them with his love. Study the glory and ravishing love of God, and unspeakable goodness in a Redeemer.
and ravishing them with his love. Study the glory and ravishing love of God, and unspeakable Goodness in a Redeemer.
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4. Live not by sense, or upon wordly hopes, nor in the exercise of it: See that you live a mortified life:
4. Live not by sense, or upon wordly hope's, nor in the exercise of it: See that you live a mortified life:
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take heed of glutting your selves with creatures, or letting your hearts out to any creature,
take heed of glutting your selves with creatures, or letting your hearts out to any creature,
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or letting any creature be too dear to you: live not too much on any sensible thing, or upon any worldly hopes or expectations.
or letting any creature be too dear to you: live not too much on any sensible thing, or upon any worldly hope's or Expectations.
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Shut your eyes to the world;
Shut your eyes to the world;
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let not your desires run out to the world, and live as much as you can upon the 〈 ◊ 〉 to come.
let not your Desires run out to the world, and live as much as you can upon the 〈 ◊ 〉 to come.
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5. Let 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉-suspition alwayes make you fear• … of temp• …,
5. Let 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉-suspition always make you fear• … of temp• …,
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and keep you out of the Devils way:
and keep you out of the Devils Way:
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Would you keep your standing, grow better and strong in grace? Let not the pride of your hearts,
Would you keep your standing, grow better and strong in grace? Let not the pride of your hearts,
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or confidence of your strength, make you to meet among any unlawfull communion, see any enticing spectacle,
or confidence of your strength, make you to meet among any unlawful communion, see any enticing spectacle,
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or thrust your selves upon temptation: you are never safe, if you thrust your selves upon temptation:
or thrust your selves upon temptation: you Are never safe, if you thrust your selves upon temptation:
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Think with your self, My weakness is great, I must not gaze upon this entising object, lest my heart take fire;
Think with your self, My weakness is great, I must not gaze upon this enticing Object, lest my heart take fire;
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I am not so strong as to be able to stand against such, &c. 6. When you cannot attain unto that heat of internal affection you should, be sure to walk uprightly with God: sin not wilfully; keep your garments clean:
I am not so strong as to be able to stand against such, etc. 6. When you cannot attain unto that heat of internal affection you should, be sure to walk uprightly with God: sin not wilfully; keep your garments clean:
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Set his Law before your eyes, sin not wilfully for a World:
Set his Law before your eyes, sin not wilfully for a World:
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be but found in the way of duty, and God will blesse you, and meet you in that way:
be but found in the Way of duty, and God will bless you, and meet you in that Way:
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be as exact in obedience, as if you had that frame of soul you desire. 7. In a special manner, keep all your bodily senses and desires in subjection;
be as exact in Obedience, as if you had that frame of soul you desire. 7. In a special manner, keep all your bodily Senses and Desires in subjection;
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mortifie the flesh, keep under your carnal desires in due subjection to the Spirit; let none of your senses take the reins out of your hands:
mortify the Flesh, keep under your carnal Desires in due subjection to the Spirit; let none of your Senses take the reins out of your hands:
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Keep a dominion over your Senses. 8. Lastly, All your life long be longing to die:
Keep a dominion over your Senses. 8. Lastly, All your life long be longing to die:
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let the work of your life be, to learn to dye.
let the work of your life be, to Learn to die.
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Consider what necessity to the safety and comfort of death it is to consider frequently, what assaults will be made upon dying men, that you may every day fortifie against it;
Consider what necessity to the safety and Comfort of death it is to Consider frequently, what assaults will be made upon dying men, that you may every day fortify against it;
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to consider what graces and duties will be most needfull and usefull then, that you may be most conversing with,
to Consider what graces and duties will be most needful and useful then, that you may be most conversing with,
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and exercising those graces and duties. He that hath well learn'd to die, is no weak Christian.
and exercising those graces and duties. He that hath well learned to die, is no weak Christian.
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The strength of your grace lies in the exercise of these things, faithfully practise them and you will stand when others fall:
The strength of your grace lies in the exercise of these things, faithfully practise them and you will stand when Others fallen:
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you will have comfort, when others cast away their comfort; you will die in peace, when others die in horrour.
you will have Comfort, when Others cast away their Comfort; you will die in peace, when Others die in horror.
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Mr. Jenkins 's Forenoon Sermon. Heb. 11. 38. Part of that verse. Of whom the world was not worthy.
Mr. Jenkins is Forenoon Sermon. Hebrew 11. 38. Part of that verse. Of whom the world was not worthy.
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THe Apostle in this excellent Chapter, that by some is deservedly called a little book of Martyrs, doth discover to us the triumph of faith:
THe Apostle in this excellent Chapter, that by Some is deservedly called a little book of Martyrs, does discover to us the triumph of faith:
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the noble victory of this excellent grace against all the difficulties, oppositions it meets withall, therein sets down a threefold excellency of faith, one is, that it doth assent unto truth, though never so improbable.
the noble victory of this excellent grace against all the difficulties, oppositions it meets withal, therein sets down a threefold excellency of faith, one is, that it does assent unto truth, though never so improbable.
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2. That it doth put men upon duties, though never so irrational, or against carnal interest.
2. That it does put men upon duties, though never so irrational, or against carnal Interest.
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3. That it enables us to suffering, though never so afflicting and difficult; and this third part is that which my Text speaks of.
3. That it enables us to suffering, though never so afflicting and difficult; and this third part is that which my Text speaks of.
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These worthy men of God they overcame all the bitterness of the world, as well as the sweetness of it.
These worthy men of God they overcame all the bitterness of the world, as well as the sweetness of it.
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Now in these verses the Apostle doth these two things.
Now in these Verses the Apostle does these two things.
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1. He here sets down the greatness and the smartness of their sufferings, which are by some learned men reduced to three heads. 1. Those sufferings that were to tempt them and to drive them from God, and their holy profession by those pains and tortures they were to undergo. 2. Those sufferings they underwent in dying, and the cruelty of those deaths that were laid upon them. 3. Their sufferings in reference to their wandring and leaving of their worldly comforts rather then they would loose God.
1. He Here sets down the greatness and the smartness of their sufferings, which Are by Some learned men reduced to three Heads. 1. Those sufferings that were to tempt them and to drive them from God, and their holy profession by those pains and tortures they were to undergo. 2. Those sufferings they underwent in dying, and the cruelty of those death's that were laid upon them. 3. Their sufferings in Referente to their wandering and leaving of their worldly comforts rather then they would lose God.
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But we need not be so curious in the distribution of their sufferings it may suffice us that they were steadfast in the midst of all,
But we need not be so curious in the distribution of their sufferings it may suffice us that they were steadfast in the midst of all,
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and would never be brought to forsake God and his truths for any of them.
and would never be brought to forsake God and his truths for any of them.
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2. You have here the ex• … cies of the sufferers, and that is here in that expression which I shall, God willing, make the subject of my discourse this morning, that these men, these persons when they were under all the distresses and troubles that they were under from the world, yet they were such of whom the world was not worthy.
2. You have Here the ex• … cies of the sufferers, and that is Here in that expression which I shall, God willing, make the Subject of my discourse this morning, that these men, these Persons when they were under all the Distresses and Troubles that they were under from the world, yet they were such of whom the world was not worthy.
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Brethren, this excellency of these Saints and servants of God under their trouble is considerable in my Text two ways, that we may proceed clearly and distinctly. 1. In reference unto the world, unto the wicked, and so it is said their excellency was so great, that the world was not worthy of them.
Brothers, this excellency of these Saints and Servants of God under their trouble is considerable in my Text two ways, that we may proceed clearly and distinctly. 1. In Referente unto the world, unto the wicked, and so it is said their excellency was so great, that the world was not worthy of them.
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2. It is discovered from that estimation that judgement that the Apostle doth here pass upon them, who tells us that he accounted them to be such as though they were under all these troubles and distresses,
2. It is discovered from that estimation that judgement that the Apostle does Here pass upon them, who tells us that he accounted them to be such as though they were under all these Troubles and Distresses,
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yet they were a people of whom the world was not worthy.
yet they were a people of whom the world was not worthy.
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I shall pass by the former of these, and onely mention it as it falls in with the latter, and that is this.
I shall pass by the former of these, and only mention it as it falls in with the latter, and that is this.
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The due estimate that this blessed Apostle doth raise upon this holy persecuted company of Saints,
The due estimate that this blessed Apostle does raise upon this holy persecuted company of Saints,
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when they were under all their troubles, yet this holy man of God who was enlightned by the Spirit of God,
when they were under all their Troubles, yet this holy man of God who was enlightened by the Spirit of God,
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and so was able to pass a right estimate, and due judgement upon things and persons, he tells us the world was not worthy of th• … m, and then from the second I draw this observation.
and so was able to pass a right estimate, and due judgement upon things and Persons, he tells us the world was not worthy of th• … m, and then from the second I draw this observation.
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That a godly man ▪ one truly regenerated, doth see an extraordinary beauty, worth, and excellency in the people of God in the bitterest of all persecutions and troubles that doth b• … fall th• … m, or that a godly man, a gracious heart, one that hath spiritual spectacles doth see an excellency and worth in the people of God in the midst of all trouble and persecution that can hefall them. That a godly man ▪ one truly regenerated, does see an extraordinary beauty, worth, and excellency in the people of God in the Bitterest of all persecutions and Troubles that does b• … fallen th• … m, or that a godly man, a gracious heart, one that hath spiritual spectacles does see an excellency and worth in the people of God in the midst of all trouble and persecution that can hefall them.
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I know you judge this to be both a necessary and seasonable point ▪ In the prosecution of it, I shall first handle it Doctrinally, and then come to those profitable and useful Improvements of it, by way of Application, that the Point deserves.
I know you judge this to be both a necessary and seasonable point ▪ In the prosecution of it, I shall First handle it Doctrinally, and then come to those profitable and useful Improvements of it, by Way of Application, that the Point deserves.
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1. For the Doctrinal explication of it, two things must be spoken to. 1. Wherein the high esteem of a gracious heart doth appear, wherein it doth discover it self to the Saints and People of God in their sufferings. 2. Whence it is,
1. For the Doctrinal explication of it, two things must be spoken to. 1. Wherein the high esteem of a gracious heart does appear, wherein it does discover it self to the Saints and People of God in their sufferings. 2. Whence it is,
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and how it comes to passe, that godly men have this high and honourable esteem of ▪ the Saints and People of God in this trouble and distress of theirs.
and how it comes to pass, that godly men have this high and honourable esteem of ▪ the Saints and People of God in this trouble and distress of theirs.
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For the first of these wherein it doth appear that they have so high and excellent an estimation of them ▪ I shall give it you in five or six particulars.
For the First of these wherein it does appear that they have so high and excellent an estimation of them ▪ I shall give it you in five or six particulars.
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1. It doth appear in this, in that they are not ashamed of them in their troubles; they are not ashamed to own either their persons, or the faith that they do professe in their troubles:
1. It does appear in this, in that they Are not ashamed of them in their Troubles; they Are not ashamed to own either their Persons, or the faith that they do profess in their Troubles:
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the s• … ciery of the People of God, and the fellowship of their very faith ▪ and their professio• …, is that • … hat is highly respected by a gracious heart, let the Saints lie under never so great distresse:
the s• … ciery of the People of God, and the fellowship of their very faith ▪ and their professio• …, is that • … hat is highly respected by a gracious heart, let the Saints lie under never so great distress:
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You shall seé this concerning Moses in the 25. and 26 verses of this Chapter, th• … t he ch• … se rather to suffer affliction with the pe• … ple of God,
You shall see this Concerning Moses in the 25. and 26 Verses of this Chapter, th• … tO he ch• … se rather to suffer affliction with the pe• … ple of God,
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then to enjoy the 〈 ◊ 〉 of si• … for a season: then to enjoy the 〈 ◊ 〉 of si• … for a season:
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the meaning is this, he rather chose to be looked upon as an Israelite, and with them to be afflicted as an Israelite, then to enjoy all the pleasures of Pharaohs Court.
the meaning is this, he rather chosen to be looked upon as an Israelite, and with them to be afflicted as an Israelite, then to enjoy all the pleasures of Pharaohs Court.
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The profession of the true God, and the owning of the true Faith that Israel was to stand up for and to own, this was that that Moses could not desert;
The profession of the true God, and the owning of the true Faith that Israel was to stand up for and to own, this was that that Moses could not desert;
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and thence it was that he would not desert their persons and society;
and thence it was that he would not desert their Persons and society;
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and therefore you may re• … d it at large in the story of Exodus, that he went and visited his Brethren when they were in their afflictions, and their Brick kills: so that there is the first thing;
and Therefore you may re• … worser it At large in the story of Exodus, that he went and visited his Brothers when they were in their afflictions, and their Brick kills: so that there is the First thing;
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they are not ashamed of their faith or society.
they Are not ashamed of their faith or society.
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A second Discovery, wherein they show so great a valuation and estimation of the Saints and people of God, is this, They sympathize with them,
A second Discovery, wherein they show so great a valuation and estimation of the Saints and people of God, is this, They sympathise with them,
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and have a fell wfeeling with them in their sufferings:
and have a fell wfeeling with them in their sufferings:
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If it goes ill with the Church and People of God, all the comforts they have are as nothing to them,
If it Goes ill with the Church and People of God, all the comforts they have Are as nothing to them,
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if one Member suffers all the rest suffers;
if one Member suffers all the rest suffers;
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and if i• … goes well with the Church of God, it goes well with them.
and if i• … Goes well with the Church of God, it Goes well with them.
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You have an excellent example of this in Nehemiah, in the first and second Chapters of his Book, that when that holy man had the greatest favour of one of the greatest Princes then upon earth,
You have an excellent Exampl of this in Nehemiah, in the First and second Chapters of his Book, that when that holy man had the greatest favour of one of the greatest Princes then upon earth,
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yet he looks with a s• … d countenance, because of the afflictions of the people of God.
yet he looks with a s• … worser countenance, Because of the afflictions of the people of God.
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I might give you many Instances of this;
I might give you many Instances of this;
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that is a famous one in Psalm 137 verse 5. If I forget thee, oh Ierus• … lem, let my right hand forget her cunning:
that is a famous one in Psalm 137 verse 5. If I forget thee, o Ierus• … lem, let my right hand forget her cunning:
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A common resembance of this is very good:
A Common resembance of this is very good:
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As it is with two strings in an Instrument that are tuned together if one be struck at the other trembles:
As it is with two strings in an Instrument that Are tuned together if one be struck At the other trembles:
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so if one Servant of Christ be in a suffering condition, another suffers with him;
so if one Servant of christ be in a suffering condition, Another suffers with him;
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and this, as one saith, is the damp of all a Believers worldly delights, he suffers with him,
and this, as one Says, is the damp of all a Believers worldly delights, he suffers with him,
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if not by him, he transfers their troubles to his own soul.
if not by him, he transfers their Troubles to his own soul.
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3. Herein is discovered the high valuation that the people of God have of suffering Saints, in that they can plead for them,
3. Herein is discovered the high valuation that the people of God have of suffering Saints, in that they can plead for them,
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and take their parts, when they are never so much despised, dispraised, abused, and out of favour.
and take their parts, when they Are never so much despised, dispraised, abused, and out of favour.
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That I may give you some clear Instances of this, you may see it in the case of Ionathan, how he pleads for good David before his cruel father Saul, though Saul by reason thereof, calls him a cursed son, and fell foul on his Mother, telling him he was the son of a wicked woman.
That I may give you Some clear Instances of this, you may see it in the case of Ionathan, how he pleads for good David before his cruel father Saul, though Saul by reason thereof, calls him a cursed son, and fell foul on his Mother, telling him he was the son of a wicked woman.
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So you shall see it in the case of • … sther, that though it was death for her to go in to the King,
So you shall see it in the case of • … sther, that though it was death for her to go in to the King,
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and plead for her people, nay it was death by a Law, yet saith she, If I perish I perish; I am resolved, let what will come of it, in I will go,
and plead for her people, nay it was death by a Law, yet Says she, If I perish I perish; I am resolved, let what will come of it, in I will go,
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and speak a good word for the people of God, I can but die, but I cannot be silent.
and speak a good word for the people of God, I can but die, but I cannot be silent.
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4. Herein is discovered the high valuation that the people of God have of suffering Saints, in that they will relieve them,
4. Herein is discovered the high valuation that the people of God have of suffering Saints, in that they will relieve them,
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and help them, and supply them with all those needful good things that they can;
and help them, and supply them with all those needful good things that they can;
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and if they cannot do for them what they would and should do, yet they will do what they are able to do.
and if they cannot do for them what they would and should do, yet they will do what they Are able to do.
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You have a famous Instance of this in Ebed-melech, in Ieremiah 38. verse 8. and so on;
You have a famous Instance of this in Ebed-melech, in Jeremiah 38. verse 8. and so on;
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that when the King and his Princes was so angry with Ieremiah, as that they had thrown him into a dungeon, this good man doth nor only go to plead with the King for him,
that when the King and his Princes was so angry with Jeremiah, as that they had thrown him into a dungeon, this good man does nor only go to plead with the King for him,
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but would never leave him until he had gott• … n him some enlargement: and at verse 11. He took with him thirty men,
but would never leave him until he had gott• … n him Some enlargement: and At verse 11. He took with him thirty men,
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and went into the house of the King, under the Treasury, and took thence old cast clout• …,
and went into the house of the King, under the Treasury, and took thence old cast clout• …,
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and old rotten rags, and let them down by cords into the dungeon to Ieremiah. and Ebed-melech the Ethi• … pian said unto Ieremiah, put now these old cast clouts,
and old rotten rags, and let them down by cords into the dungeon to Jeremiah. and Ebed-melech the Ethi• … pian said unto Jeremiah, put now these old cast clouts,
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and rotten rags, under thine arm-holes, under the cords. and rotten rags, under thine armholes, under the cords.
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Mark how witty this good man was in his loving contrivances, for fear the cords should hurt the arm-holes of this good man, he lines them with rags,
Mark how witty this good man was in his loving contrivances, for Fear the cords should hurt the armholes of this good man, he lines them with rags,
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though indeed they were lined more with love than with rags, but these ro• … en rags was not fo• … tten by God,
though indeed they were lined more with love than with rags, but these ro• … en rags was not fo• … tten by God,
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and therefore God pro• … ises that he should have a merciful deliverance, and that he should not partake of the sword,
and Therefore God pro• … ises that he should have a merciful deliverance, and that he should not partake of the sword,
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and those other miseries that were to fall upon that people for abusing of Jeremiah:and those other misery's that were to fallen upon that people for abusing of Jeremiah:
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You have another instance of Obadiah in 1 Kings 18. 4 King Ahab was a great persecutor of the Saints and people of God, now at the 4. verse, When Jezabel cut off the Prophets of the Lord, Obadiah took an hundred Prophets and hid them by fi• … ty in a cave,
You have Another instance of Obadiah in 1 Kings 18. 4 King Ahab was a great persecutor of the Saints and people of God, now At the 4. verse, When Jezebel Cut off the prophets of the Lord, Obadiah took an hundred prophets and hid them by fi• … ty in a cave,
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and fed them with bread and water: and fed them with bred and water:
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I will not undertake to Prophesie to you this day, but it may come to that, bread and water may be very good commons for an honest Prophet, and faithful servant of Iesus Christ:
I will not undertake to Prophesy to you this day, but it may come to that, bred and water may be very good commons for an honest Prophet, and faithful servant of Iesus christ:
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for this was their condition, while the false prophets and Idol Priests was feasting at Iezabels Table:
for this was their condition, while the false Prophets and Idol Priests was feasting At Jezebel's Table:
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Here note the gracious disposition of good Obadiah, as well as the providence of God in this Act. I will name you one Instance more,
Here note the gracious disposition of good Obadiah, as well as the providence of God in this Act. I will name you one Instance more,
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and it is a most excellent one that will make all the people in the world in love with Gods Saints, especially Gods Ministers above all the rest, It is in 2 Tim. 1. 16, 17, 18. you sh• … ll there finde that blessed Paul, the excellentest servant that ever Christ had, one of them in the world, he was thrown into bonds and imp• … isonments, all forsook him,
and it is a most excellent one that will make all the people in the world in love with God's Saints, especially God's Ministers above all the rest, It is in 2 Tim. 1. 16, 17, 18. you sh• … ll there find that blessed Paul, the excellentest servant that ever christ had, one of them in the world, he was thrown into bonds and imp• … isonments, all forsook him,
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but saith he a• … verse 16. The Lord give mercy to the house of Onesiphorus, for he oft refreshed me,
but Says he a• … verse 16. The Lord give mercy to the house of Onesiphorus, for he oft refreshed me,
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and was not ashamed of my chain: and was not ashamed of my chain:
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• … ow did he shew it? why at ver. 17. when he was at Rome (which was the place where Paul died,
• … owe did he show it? why At for. 17. when he was At Room (which was the place where Paul died,
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and where the cruellest Nero (as some conceive) then Ruled ) yet notwithstanding, Nero was my enemy, and Cesar resolved my death, and all men were against me, this good man sought me out:
and where the Cruellest Nero (as Some conceive) then Ruled) yet notwithstanding, Nero was my enemy, and Cesar resolved my death, and all men were against me, this good man sought me out:
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[ he did not meet me in a by ▪ lane, or a narrow corner, where he could not misse me ] but he sought me out,
[ he did not meet me in a by ▪ lane, or a narrow corner, where he could not miss me ] but he sought me out,
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and was troubled until he could find me, now saith Paul, The Lord grant unto him that he may finde mercy of the Lord in that day: and was troubled until he could find me, now Says Paul, The Lord grant unto him that he may find mercy of the Lord in that day:
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I profess Sirs, I had rather have the prayers of Paul, then all the preferments of Pharaohs Court:
I profess Sirs, I had rather have the Prayers of Paul, then all the preferments of Pharaohs Court:
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It is the greatest treasure thou canst have in all thy house ▪ to have the prayers of Gods people;
It is the greatest treasure thou Canst have in all thy house ▪ to have the Prayers of God's people;
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It is more then to have all the preferments that thou canst possibly have in the world:
It is more then to have all the preferments that thou Canst possibly have in the world:
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And you that have shewed your great and liberal love in the late Collection to some of Gods servants, I do from my soul blesse God for it,
And you that have showed your great and liberal love in the late Collection to Some of God's Servants, I do from my soul bless God for it,
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and pray that you that have been willing to part with pebbles for Christ, may receive pearls from him;
and pray that you that have been willing to part with pebbles for christ, may receive Pearls from him;
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truly Sirs, y• … a, that whatever you have done for his, may be ten thousand times made up by him, mercy in that day, and that you may have that will be something worth.
truly Sirs, y• … a, that whatever you have done for his, may be ten thousand times made up by him, mercy in that day, and that you may have that will be something worth.
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Shall I adde another discovery of the love of the people of God to other Saints in their troubles and sufferings,
Shall I add Another discovery of the love of the people of God to other Saints in their Troubles and sufferings,
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and that is their great and deep supplication to God for them, never do they go to pray unto God,
and that is their great and deep supplication to God for them, never do they go to pray unto God,
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but Zion is in their thoughts:
but Zion is in their thoughts:
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I am confident it is so with some, and am perswaded it is so with all, they never pray that God would give them their daily bread, but they pray likewise that his Kingdom may come: David was a man under great trouble,
I am confident it is so with Some, and am persuaded it is so with all, they never pray that God would give them their daily bred, but they pray likewise that his Kingdom may come: David was a man under great trouble,
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as in the reading of the 51. Psalm; I believe you will finde he was under the greatest and forest troubles that ever was, under trouble of conscience, soul-trouble, which is the soul of trouble, and yet they could not make him forget Zion, as you may see at the 18. verse of that Psalm, Do good in thy good pleasure unto Zion:
as in the reading of the 51. Psalm; I believe you will find he was under the greatest and forest Troubles that ever was, under trouble of conscience, Soul trouble, which is the soul of trouble, and yet they could not make him forget Zion, as you may see At the 18. verse of that Psalm, Do good in thy good pleasure unto Zion:
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And though they sit in cieled houses, yet so long as it is ill with the people of God, they must pray, and if they cannot overcome men with their prayers (which yet they must endeavour) yet they will endeavour to overcome God with their prayers,
And though they fit in Cieled houses, yet so long as it is ill with the people of God, they must pray, and if they cannot overcome men with their Prayers (which yet they must endeavour) yet they will endeavour to overcome God with their Prayers,
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and Ierusalem is never out of their thoughts when they come to pray to God:
and Ierusalem is never out of their thoughts when they come to pray to God:
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And therefore as one observes, though the sufferings of the people of God be precious in his sight, so also in the sight of his Saints too.
And Therefore as one observes, though the sufferings of the people of God be precious in his sighed, so also in the sighed of his Saints too.
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I come now to open the second thing, to shew you whence it is that there is this high estimation in the people of God, of the people of God,
I come now to open the second thing, to show you whence it is that there is this high estimation in the people of God, of the people of God,
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when they lie under their troubles, and there are two heads of Reasons for it.
when they lie under their Troubles, and there Are two Heads of Reasons for it.
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First in regard of those people of God that do behold their troubles, and them under their troubles: And,
First in regard of those people of God that do behold their Troubles, and them under their Troubles: And,
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Secondly, in regard of those people of God that are under their troubles, and thus beheld by them.
Secondly, in regard of those people of God that Are under their Troubles, and thus beheld by them.
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First, in regard of those people of God that are thus, that do behold those that are under these troubles and distresses, in regard of themselves, they have this high valuation of them,
First, in regard of those people of God that Are thus, that do behold those that Are under these Troubles and Distresses, in regard of themselves, they have this high valuation of them,
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and that in these three regards.
and that in these three regards.
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1. The people of God that look upon others in the time of their trouble, they are such as though differenced from them in regard of their outward estate, they may be honourable themselves,
1. The people of God that look upon Others in the time of their trouble, they Are such as though differenced from them in regard of their outward estate, they may be honourable themselves,
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and well themselves, yet they have an interest in the same head, and belong to the same body that they do, they are not wooden legs, not glasse eyes of that body,
and well themselves, yet they have an Interest in the same head, and belong to the same body that they do, they Are not wooden legs, not glass eyes of that body,
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but they are real, and true members, they are not in Christ by way of visible profession,
but they Are real, and true members, they Are not in christ by Way of visible profession,
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but by way of invisible implantation;
but by Way of invisible implantation;
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now, if so, saith the Apostle, If one member suffers, another doth, so that now they are interested in the same common Saviour,
now, if so, Says the Apostle, If one member suffers, Another does, so that now they Are interested in the same Common Saviour,
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and belong to the same common head, and therefore Christ tells you he is called the Saviour of the body, and the head of the whole:
and belong to the same Common head, and Therefore christ tells you he is called the Saviour of the body, and the head of the Whole:
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And faith that lays hold upon Christ, is called the like precious faith, because the faith of one believer doth as truly lay hold upon Christ,
And faith that lays hold upon christ, is called the like precious faith, Because the faith of one believer does as truly lay hold upon christ,
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though not so strongly as the strongest faith doth, and in this regard it is that they set such a high valuation upon the people of God:
though not so strongly as the Strongest faith does, and in this regard it is that they Set such a high valuation upon the people of God:
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Outward disproportion as to their birth, and education, and preferment puts no difference in a spiritual sense between Believer and Believer.
Outward disproportion as to their birth, and education, and preferment puts no difference in a spiritual sense between Believer and Believer.
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A King and a beggar ▪ all one in Christ;
A King and a beggar ▪ all one in christ;
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a Iew, or a Greek; a great Schollar, or a poor ignorant man, as to their spiritual state all one, all made happy the same way:
a Iew, or a Greek; a great Scholar, or a poor ignorant man, as to their spiritual state all one, all made happy the same Way:
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all are of the same head, as to their spiritual relation and condition, they are all under one 〈 ◊ 〉 of happiness,
all Are of the same head, as to their spiritual Relation and condition, they Are all under one 〈 ◊ 〉 of happiness,
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though may be on shall have a greater and another a lesser degree, yet they are,
though may be on shall have a greater and Another a lesser degree, yet they Are,
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as to the kind of it, all m• … de partakers of one salvation.
as to the kind of it, all m• … de partakers of one salvation.
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And then another thing is this, because they look at spiritual excellencies, and 〈 ◊ 〉 able to discern spiritual excellencies:
And then Another thing is this, Because they look At spiritual excellencies, and 〈 ◊ 〉 able to discern spiritual excellencies:
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they have a renewed judgement, and a new eye, as they look upon their old sins with new eyes, so they look upon their company with new eyes;
they have a renewed judgement, and a new eye, as they look upon their old Sins with new eyes, so they look upon their company with new eyes;
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those waies and practices that they looked upon before as lovely and excellent, now they look upon as vile and base, Prov. 12. 20. and those that they looked upon as vile and base, they look upon as lovely and excellent:
those ways and practices that they looked upon before as lovely and excellent, now they look upon as vile and base, Curae 12. 20. and those that they looked upon as vile and base, they look upon as lovely and excellent:
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those that they cared not for their company, they look upon as more excellent then their neighbour,
those that they cared not for their company, they look upon as more excellent then their neighbour,
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as David saith, in Psalm 16. My goodness, Lord, extendeth not to thee, but to the Saints that are in the earth,
as David Says, in Psalm 16. My Goodness, Lord, extendeth not to thee, but to the Saints that Are in the earth,
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and to the excellent, in whom is my deligh• …: and to the excellent, in whom is my deligh• …:
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Here was now the renewed estimation that God bestowed upon Davids judgement, to see these the excellent ones of the world, which worldlings despised:
Here was now the renewed estimation that God bestowed upon Davids judgement, to see these the excellent ones of the world, which worldlings despised:
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A carnal eye sees no glory, but in carnal objects and persons;
A carnal eye sees no glory, but in carnal objects and Persons;
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worldly men see no beauty, but in worldly men, they bless the covetous whom the Lord abhors,
worldly men see no beauty, but in worldly men, they bless the covetous whom the Lord abhors,
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and they will speak well of a man when he doth good to himself, when he is in his worldly grandeur and glory,
and they will speak well of a man when he does good to himself, when he is in his worldly grandeur and glory,
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but now a spiritual eye, he discerns spiritual excellency in the meanest Saint.
but now a spiritual eye, he discerns spiritual excellency in the Meanest Saint.
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Brethren, observe this notion, it is an easie thing for a man to discern glory and lustre in a Picture,
Brothers, observe this notion, it is an easy thing for a man to discern glory and lustre in a Picture,
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or the like, but not so easie for a men to understand true work:
or the like, but not so easy for a men to understand true work:
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Now a skilful eye discerns a great deal of curiosity in the holiness of the lives and wayes of gracious hearts,
Now a skilful eye discerns a great deal of curiosity in the holiness of the lives and ways of gracious hearts,
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but wicked men want this way of discerning; there is a workmanship in the people of God.
but wicked men want this Way of discerning; there is a workmanship in the people of God.
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You are his workmanship, s• … ith the Apostle, now this workmanship of God, so far as it is expressed in the life, a godly man is very much taken withal, not with the worldly grandeur and gaudiness of a child of God,You Are his workmanship, s• … ith the Apostle, now this workmanship of God, so Far as it is expressed in the life, a godly man is very much taken withal, not with the worldly grandeur and gaudiness of a child of God,
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but with the workmanship, the spiritual excellency that is in him:
but with the workmanship, the spiritual excellency that is in him:
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A beast can see the shining of a Diamond, but knows not the worth of it, it will rather lick up a lock of hay then a Diamond,
A beast can see the shining of a Diamond, but knows not the worth of it, it will rather lick up a lock of hay then a Diamond,
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though of never so great a value: a wicked man wants a spirit of discerning:
though of never so great a valve: a wicked man Wants a Spirit of discerning:
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The four Monarchs of the earth are expressed by four beasts, which shews their cruelty, not their curiosity, in observing that of God which may be observed:
The four Monarchs of the earth Are expressed by four beasts, which shows their cruelty, not their curiosity, in observing that of God which may be observed:
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As a child is taken with the gayness of his lesson, but a learned man is taken with the learning of his lesson:
As a child is taken with the gayness of his Lesson, but a learned man is taken with the learning of his Lesson:
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so a wicked man is taken with the gayness and trappings of Religion, but a godly man is taken with the spiritual excellency that is in Religion.
so a wicked man is taken with the gayness and trappings of Religion, but a godly man is taken with the spiritual excellency that is in Religion.
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Thirdly, a child of God is one that imitates God, he esteems and judges of the people of God as God judges of them:
Thirdly, a child of God is one that imitates God, he esteems and judges of the people of God as God judges of them:
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As a childe you shall see, he esteems as his father esteems, if the father cannot endure to have such a one come to his house,
As a child you shall see, he esteems as his father esteems, if the father cannot endure to have such a one come to his house,
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if the child sees that man come, he will not love him, and so if the father loves such a man, the childe will love him too:
if the child sees that man come, he will not love him, and so if the father loves such a man, the child will love him too:
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As now the Courtiers, they follow the example of a King, and whom the King favours they honour and cringe too;
As now the Courtiers, they follow the Exampl of a King, and whom the King favours they honour and cringe too;
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why so whom God favours, a godly man favours, God doth not judge of men as men do, by his gay apparel,
why so whom God favours, a godly man favours, God does not judge of men as men do, by his gay apparel,
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or gold ring, or great birth, alas, he that wants bread is more highly esteemed of in Gods sight then such, and so he is in a godly mans account:
or gold ring, or great birth, alas, he that Wants bred is more highly esteemed of in God's sighed then such, and so he is in a godly men account:
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A godly man is conformable to God, and a follower of God as a dear child;
A godly man is conformable to God, and a follower of God as a dear child;
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now you shall see what an estimate God puts upon his people:
now you shall see what an estimate God puts upon his people:
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God is more taken with one humble broken hearted sinner, and one humble contrite breathing of a soul,
God is more taken with one humble broken hearted sinner, and one humble contrite breathing of a soul,
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then with all the gold and silver in Solomons Temple, not many noble, not many mighty doth God set his heart upon, but where he sees his Image;
then with all the gold and silver in Solomons Temple, not many noble, not many mighty does God Set his heart upon, but where he sees his Image;
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he who hath the Image of God, he hath the love of God;
he who hath the Image of God, he hath the love of God;
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there is the first reason in regard of the people of God, that are beholders of others.
there is the First reason in regard of the people of God, that Are beholders of Others.
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A second reason is taken from the people of God that are beheld: and here I shall name you five or six Considerations.
A second reason is taken from the people of God that Are beheld: and Here I shall name you five or six Considerations.
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1. The people of God, they that are truly such in the midst of all their present distresses, let them be what they will,
1. The people of God, they that Are truly such in the midst of all their present Distresses, let them be what they will,
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yet their end shall be happy:
yet their end shall be happy:
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now men do not regard men according to what they have in present possession, but according to what they shall have;
now men do not regard men according to what they have in present possession, but according to what they shall have;
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the poorest man here in the world that is rich in faith, he shall be rich in glory and honour, the people of God are heirs of glory, and therefore they are said to be heirs of God,
the Poorest man Here in the world that is rich in faith, he shall be rich in glory and honour, the people of God Are Heirs of glory, and Therefore they Are said to be Heirs of God,
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and co-h• … irs with Christ, 1 John 3. 2. Beloved, now are we the Sons of God,
and co-h• … irs with christ, 1 John 3. 2. beloved, now Are we the Sons of God,
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and it doth not yet appear what we shall be; and it does not yet appear what we shall be;
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The people of God are to be looked upon according to what they shall be, not what they are, here they are Princes,
The people of God Are to be looked upon according to what they shall be, not what they Are, Here they Are Princes,
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though under a disguise, they are coming, though not come to their Crown, those, saith a Saint, that are now scorned, reproached and buffeted,
though under a disguise, they Are coming, though not come to their Crown, those, Says a Saint, that Are now scorned, reproached and buffeted,
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and libell'd, shall shine in heaven, when Christ shall appear, they shall appear with him in glory, they are heires born to great Estates.
and libeled, shall shine in heaven, when christ shall appear, they shall appear with him in glory, they Are Heirs born to great Estates.
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The second reason is this, They are for the present very useful and beneficial to the world, they are those for whose sake the world was made,
The second reason is this, They Are for the present very useful and beneficial to the world, they Are those for whose sake the world was made,
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& they are the very pillars of the world, to hold it from shattering about your ears;
& they Are the very pillars of the world, to hold it from shattering about your ears;
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they are the great common blessings of the world, as the Sun and Stars are the common blessings of the world,
they Are the great Common blessings of the world, as the Sun and Stars Are the Common blessings of the world,
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and fire and water, so these are the common blessing• … of mankind for which he will spare the world, those that are pulled down by the world, are they that keep the world from being pulled down;
and fire and water, so these Are the Common blessing• … of mankind for which he will spare the world, those that Are pulled down by the world, Are they that keep the world from being pulled down;
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they are the soul of the world, the wicked are but the carcass of it;
they Are the soul of the world, the wicked Are but the carcase of it;
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and if God had gathered in all the world of his people once, the world should not continue one hour,
and if God had gathered in all the world of his people once, the world should not continue one hour,
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as Sodom was destroyed when Lot was taken out.
as Sodom was destroyed when Lot was taken out.
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Third Reason is, The highness and excellency of their performances, and of all the good things they do;
Third Reason is, The highness and excellency of their performances, and of all the good things they do;
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there is a worth in every holy work, in every supernatural employment, in every holy prayer, in every thing a godly man doth there is such a goodness in the work, that all the wealth in the Indies cannot recompence;
there is a worth in every holy work, in every supernatural employment, in every holy prayer, in every thing a godly man does there is such a Goodness in the work, that all the wealth in the Indies cannot recompense;
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and therefore saith Luther, I had ratber do the least truly good work then obtain all the Conquests and Victo• … ies of Cesar and Alexander.
and Therefore Says Luther, I had ratber doe the least truly good work then obtain all the Conquests and Victo• … ies of Cesar and Alexander.
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Now if their good works shine so before men, is it possible a gracious heart should see it and not be taken with it? There is nothing doth so much take with holy men as holy performances:
Now if their good works shine so before men, is it possible a gracious heart should see it and not be taken with it? There is nothing does so much take with holy men as holy performances:
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and therefore as a man that is learned, when he sees another learned man make a learned Oration, he wishes he could do so too;
and Therefore as a man that is learned, when he sees Another learned man make a learned Oration, he wishes he could do so too;
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so a godly man, when he sees another man can pray and live holily.
so a godly man, when he sees Another man can pray and live holily.
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Oh, saith he, that I could do so too, and be so holy as he is.
O, Says he, that I could do so too, and be so holy as he is.
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4. A fourth Reason is, The present priviledges of the people of God, not only what they have in reversion, but their present priviledges:
4. A fourth Reason is, The present privileges of the people of God, not only what they have in reversion, but their present privileges:
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Why but are the priviledges of the people of God so great? Yea ▪ the very present enjoyments of the Saints and people of God, the explanation of them would deserve many Sermons;
Why but Are the privileges of the people of God so great? Yea ▪ the very present enjoyments of the Saints and people of God, the explanation of them would deserve many Sermons;
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they shall be freed from all evil, there shall nothing hurt them; their lusts may be destroyed, but their souls shall never be destroyed.
they shall be freed from all evil, there shall nothing hurt them; their Lustiest may be destroyed, but their Souls shall never be destroyed.
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What a priviledge is this for a man to be shot-free; do with him what you will you can never hurt him;
What a privilege is this for a man to be shot-free; do with him what you will you can never hurt him;
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you may disgrace him, you may torture him, kill him, but yet you cannot hurt him;
you may disgrace him, you may torture him, kill him, but yet you cannot hurt him;
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whatever befals them turns to their benefit; they may be afflicted, but not hurt by affliction;
whatever befalls them turns to their benefit; they may be afflicted, but not hurt by affliction;
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the greatest hurt the world doth to them tends to their greatest good: worldlings may take away their head, but they cannot take away their crown:
the greatest hurt the world does to them tends to their greatest good: worldlings may take away their head, but they cannot take away their crown:
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there is nothing of evil can be evil to him that hath a good God:
there is nothing of evil can be evil to him that hath a good God:
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this a Child of God hath for the present, and not only so, but there is the real communication of a saving interest in all that is good;
this a Child of God hath for the present, and not only so, but there is the real communication of a Saving Interest in all that is good;
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all that God is, all that he hath, and all that he doth is theirs:
all that God is, all that he hath, and all that he does is theirs:
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Is not this a glorious priviledge? The power of God is his to protect him, his love his,
Is not this a glorious privilege? The power of God is his to Pact him, his love his,
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so as to be set upon him; the righteousness of God his, so as to acquit him from his sins;
so as to be Set upon him; the righteousness of God his, so as to acquit him from his Sins;
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the very righteousness of God is a very great blessing and happiness to the Children of God,
the very righteousness of God is a very great blessing and happiness to the Children of God,
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and they may not only appeal to the Bowels of Gods Mercy, but to the Bar of his Justice.
and they may not only appeal to the Bowels of God's Mercy, but to the Bar of his justice.
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So that now I say, all that God is, is his; the faithfulness of God is his, in keeping his Promises;
So that now I say, all that God is, is his; the faithfulness of God is his, in keeping his Promises;
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the care of God, in defending and protecting of him, and so all the providences of God, all that he doth shall tend to the good of his people:
the care of God, in defending and protecting of him, and so all the providences of God, all that he does shall tend to the good of his people:
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as he saith, All is yours, life is yours, and death is yours, and all these things shall do you good:
as he Says, All is yours, life is yours, and death is yours, and all these things shall do you good:
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Psalm 25. 10. that is a rare Scripture, All the wayes of God are mercy [ oh sweet ] and truth [ oh very comfortable ] to them that are in covenant with him. Psalm 25. 10. that is a rare Scripture, All the ways of God Are mercy [ o sweet ] and truth [ o very comfortable ] to them that Are in Covenant with him.
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Mercy, so that they are enough, Gods Providences shall do them good: and Truth, so as that they shall certainly do them good.
Mercy, so that they Are enough, God's Providences shall do them good: and Truth, so as that they shall Certainly do them good.
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In one word, Earth, Heaven, and God and all shall be laid out to do them good;
In one word, Earth, Heaven, and God and all shall be laid out to do them good;
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Is not this a great priviledge? In this world they may go to God and tell him wherein they are troubled and pained,
Is not this a great privilege? In this world they may go to God and tell him wherein they Are troubled and pained,
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or afflicted, and they are never so welcome to God in their petitions, as when they ask most from him;
or afflicted, and they Are never so welcome to God in their petitions, as when they ask most from him;
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when they come to ask riches, and the like, God will give them to them so far as they may be for their good,
when they come to ask riches, and the like, God will give them to them so Far as they may be for their good,
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but so great is the priviledge of a believer, that God doth delight in him most,
but so great is the privilege of a believer, that God does delight in him most,
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when he doth ask most from him, and he will give him whatever he desires that may make them good,
when he does ask most from him, and he will give him whatever he Desires that may make them good,
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or do them good, and may be for his good. God is exceedingly taken with them when they ask peace, and pardon;
or do them good, and may be for his good. God is exceedingly taken with them when they ask peace, and pardon;
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peace of conscience, and pardon of sin, strength against sin, power to overcome their l• … sts, and to withstand temptation:
peace of conscience, and pardon of since, strength against since, power to overcome their l• … sts, and to withstand temptation:
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the people of God may have from him all that they want, or can regularly wish for.
the people of God may have from him all that they want, or can regularly wish for.
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5. Here is something more considerable, these people that lye under troubles and distresses, they are such now as have an incomparable near and dear relation unto God, they are the elect of God set apart for him,
5. Here is something more considerable, these people that lie under Troubles and Distresses, they Are such now as have an incomparable near and dear Relation unto God, they Are the elect of God Set apart for him,
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and though God hath a common propriety in, and relation to all the world, yet he hath a peculiar relation to his people,
and though God hath a Common propriety in, and Relation to all the world, yet he hath a peculiar Relation to his people,
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and therefore they are called his jewels, his house, his garden, and his portion ▪ and indeed,
and Therefore they Are called his Jewels, his house, his garden, and his portion ▪ and indeed,
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as God is his peoples portion, so his people are his portion, they are those that God hath laid out a great deal for,
as God is his peoples portion, so his people Are his portion, they Are those that God hath laid out a great deal for,
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and that he hath been at a great deal of cost to purchase.
and that he hath been At a great deal of cost to purchase.
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In one word they are the glory of God, they are his spouse, children, house, treasure, portion vineyard, garden, they are his all, can we look upon these now,
In one word they Are the glory of God, they Are his spouse, children, house, treasure, portion vineyard, garden, they Are his all, can we look upon these now,
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and not look upon them as excellent.
and not look upon them as excellent.
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Lastly, They are such as have the image of God set upon them, imprinted upon them,
Lastly, They Are such as have the image of God Set upon them, imprinted upon them,
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and all the good they do, it is an immanation or ray from that incomparable holiness that seed of God that is in them, you read concerning righteousness and holiness that we are renewed in it according to his image,
and all the good they do, it is an immanation or ray from that incomparable holiness that seed of God that is in them, you read Concerning righteousness and holiness that we Are renewed in it according to his image,
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now I remember one observes excellently upon this portion of Scripture an image doth not represent any under excellency in a man,
now I Remember one observes excellently upon this portion of Scripture an image does not represent any under excellency in a man,
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but it doth represent something that is eminent about his body.
but it does represent something that is eminent about his body.
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If you were to take the picture of a man, you would not take the picture of his back,
If you were to take the picture of a man, you would not take the picture of his back,
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or of his feet, or hands, but of his face:
or of his feet, or hands, but of his face:
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the people of God they discover Gods bounty indeed, in some regards as they are men,
the people of God they discover God's bounty indeed, in Some regards as they Are men,
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and have wit, and wealth, and worldly dignity, but this is not the image of God, the image of God is that which is the representation of 〈 ◊ 〉 excellency,
and have wit, and wealth, and worldly dignity, but this is not the image of God, the image of God is that which is the representation of 〈 ◊ 〉 excellency,
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as the power of God is the hand of God, and the wisdom• … of God is the eye of God:
as the power of God is the hand of God, and the wisdom• … of God is the eye of God:
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so the holiness of God that is the 〈 ◊ 〉 of God, now the people of God • … re his beauty, in 〈 ◊ 〉 they are the representation of his holiness, 2 〈 ◊ 〉. 1. 4 Be ye holy as your heavenly 〈 ◊ 〉 is hol• ….
so the holiness of God that is the 〈 ◊ 〉 of God, now the people of God • … re his beauty, in 〈 ◊ 〉 they Are the representation of his holiness, 2 〈 ◊ 〉. 1. 4 Be you holy as your heavenly 〈 ◊ 〉 is hol• ….
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Rom 3. 23. 〈 ◊ 〉 likeness to God is a likeness to him in the 〈 ◊ 〉 of his excellency, in having the divine nature, in having • … he life of • … od, in having the glo• … y of God which is grace,Rom 3. 23. 〈 ◊ 〉 likeness to God is a likeness to him in the 〈 ◊ 〉 of his excellency, in having the divine nature, in having • … he life of • … od, in having the glo• … y of God which is grace,
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and there is more of God in grace then in all the works that ever God did in the world, there is much of God seen in the making of the Sun, Moon,
and there is more of God in grace then in all the works that ever God did in the world, there is much of God seen in the making of the Sun, Moon,
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and Stars, but in giving a man a new nature, in changing his heart, and sanctifying of him,
and Stars, but in giving a man a new nature, in changing his heart, and sanctifying of him,
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and giving him a principle of regeneration, and the making of him become a blessed Saint,
and giving him a principle of regeneration, and the making of him become a blessed Saint,
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and from a cursed nature to sit him for heaven;
and from a cursed nature to fit him for heaven;
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God shews more the excellency of his name in this, then if he should have made ten thousand suck visible transient w• … rlds as we look upon.
God shows more the excellency of his name in this, then if he should have made ten thousand suck visible Transient w• … rlds as we look upon.
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Thus I have given you the Doctrinal explication of the words, now give me leave to make some little Application,
Thus I have given you the Doctrinal explication of the words, now give me leave to make Some little Application,
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and I would raise these following inferences.
and I would raise these following inferences.
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1. What excellency shall there be seen in the people of God in heaven at the day of Judgement,
1. What excellency shall there be seen in the people of God in heaven At the day of Judgement,
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if there be now such a beauty upon them, are they now so amiable when they are in their rags, what shall they be then in their Robes, are they now so amiable upon a dunghill, what shall they then be upon a throne;
if there be now such a beauty upon them, Are they now so amiable when they Are in their rags, what shall they be then in their Robes, Are they now so amiable upon a dunghill, what shall they then be upon a throne;
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and therefore saith he, the Lo• … d Jesus Christ shall be admir'd in all them that believe,
and Therefore Says he, the Lo• … worser jesus christ shall be admired in all them that believe,
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as a house keeper is admir'd in his entertainment, so at the day of Judgement the Lord Jesus will so cloath this people with glory, that he shall be wondred at.
as a house keeper is admired in his entertainment, so At the day of Judgement the Lord jesus will so cloth this people with glory, that he shall be wondered At.
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Oh what a head is he that hath such members, that are so beautifull! what a Lord is he that hath such attendance;
O what a head is he that hath such members, that Are so beautiful! what a Lord is he that hath such attendance;
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and therefore remember, the next world is the day of the people of Gods appearance, here they are in their non appearance, it doth not yet appear what they shall be, the very wicked themselves shall admire them.
and Therefore Remember, the next world is the day of the people of God's appearance, Here they Are in their non appearance, it does not yet appear what they shall be, the very wicked themselves shall admire them.
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2. I gather from hence what we are to 〈 ◊ 〉 of those that have no regard either for religion or religious ones, either for godly men or godliness any further then it is adorn'd with outward beauty, and 〈 ◊ 〉 ornament, there are some that if religion and the ways of God be persecuted,
2. I gather from hence what we Are to 〈 ◊ 〉 of those that have no regard either for Religion or religious ones, either for godly men or godliness any further then it is adorned with outward beauty, and 〈 ◊ 〉 ornament, there Are Some that if Religion and the ways of God be persecuted,
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and frown'd upon by the great men of the world, and be not lookt upon with a favourably eye from authority, farewell Religion then, these love the childe for the nurses sake.
and frowned upon by the great men of the world, and be not looked upon with a favourably eye from Authority, farewell Religion then, these love the child for the Nurse's sake.
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When Religion is in fa• … hion, then they can come to Gods people, and • … ringe to them, and the like.
When Religion is in fa• … hion, then they can come to God's people, and • … ring to them, and the like.
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But as the shot Deer when i• … hath the arrow sticking in its side, all the rest will run from it:
But as the shot Deer when i• … hath the arrow sticking in its side, all the rest will run from it:
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so when godly men have an arrow in their side, and are under persecution and oppression, then farewell Religion.
so when godly men have an arrow in their side, and Are under persecution and oppression, then farewell Religion.
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What is this but to look upon Religion as inferiour to worldly grandeur, and dignity.
What is this but to look upon Religion as inferior to worldly grandeur, and dignity.
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If I love Religion for prosperity, and for the countenance of authority, it is certain I love these things more their Religion.
If I love Religion for Prosperity, and for the countenance of Authority, it is certain I love these things more their Religion.
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All that I shall say is this, thou shalt never 〈 ◊ 〉 communion with those in their glory, whom thou dost undervalue for their grace,
All that I shall say is this, thou shalt never 〈 ◊ 〉 communion with those in their glory, whom thou dost undervalue for their grace,
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if Religion here be your contempt, happiness shall never be your reward, and if the people of God be too bad for you here, they shall be too 〈 ◊ 〉 for you 〈 ◊ 〉.
if Religion Here be your contempt, happiness shall never be your reward, and if the people of God be too bad for you Here, they shall be too 〈 ◊ 〉 for you 〈 ◊ 〉.
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2. I would note the excellency of holiness, and Religion, and godliness above all worldly excellencies whatsoever.
2. I would note the excellency of holiness, and Religion, and godliness above all worldly excellencies whatsoever.
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If a man be in reproaches and persecutions, he is never the better for all his worldly endowments, these all leave him,
If a man be in Reproaches and persecutions, he is never the better for all his worldly endowments, these all leave him,
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but now holiness, the excellency of it lyes in this, that it draws forth an admiration for its excellency notwithstanding all opposition.
but now holiness, the excellency of it lies in this, that it draws forth an admiration for its excellency notwithstanding all opposition.
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Set a gyant in a valley, he is a gyant still; a pearl is a pearl though on a dunghill;
Set a giant in a valley, he is a giant still; a pearl is a pearl though on a dunghill;
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and a holy man is a holy man, though never so much disgraced and contemned by men.
and a holy man is a holy man, though never so much disgraced and contemned by men.
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But now let a wicked man be never so high and honourable, this man is a base man in the account of God,
But now let a wicked man be never so high and honourable, this man is a base man in the account of God,
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and in the sight of Gods people.
and in the sighed of God's people.
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Dan. 11. 21. It is said of Antiochus Epiphanes, who was accounted the admir'd great prince of his time,Dan. 11. 21. It is said of Antiochus Epiphanes, who was accounted the admired great Prince of his time,
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yet he is called a vile person.
yet he is called a vile person.
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And that Iohn the Baptist who had a jeathern girdle, and locusts and wilde honey was his food,
And that John the Baptist who had a jeathern girdle, and Locusts and wild honey was his food,
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yet Christ saith of him he was the honourablest man born of women;
yet christ Says of him he was the Most honorable man born of women;
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and on the other side, when Herod was cried up, the voice of God and not of man, what was he in the account of God and the Spirit,
and on the other side, when Herod was cried up, the voice of God and not of man, what was he in the account of God and the Spirit,
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why he is struck dead, and made meat for worms.
why he is struck dead, and made meat for worms.
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There is a silent Majesty and dignity in reproached piety, when there is a silent ignominy and baseness in advanced wickedness;
There is a silent Majesty and dignity in reproached piety, when there is a silent ignominy and baseness in advanced wickedness;
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a poor minister of Jesus Christ when he is cast out by the world, and thinks he shall be counted the scum of the world,
a poor minister of jesus christ when he is cast out by the world, and thinks he shall be counted the scum of the world,
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yet let him not be troubled;
yet let him not be troubled;
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as it was with Christ, it is with the servants of Christ, the Lord Jesus when he was here upon earth, no man under so much ignominy,
as it was with christ, it is with the Servants of christ, the Lord jesus when he was Here upon earth, no man under so much ignominy,
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and reproach, and persecution, yet all this while Jesus Christ had a secret glory that shined through all these ignominies and disgraces, you read he was laid in a manger;
and reproach, and persecution, yet all this while jesus christ had a secret glory that shined through all these ignominies and disgraces, you read he was laid in a manger;
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but then he was worshipped, sometimes you shall read he had no money, but yet then he could command that a fish should be caught,
but then he was worshipped, sometime you shall read he had no money, but yet then he could command that a Fish should be caught,
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and he could have money, somtimes a weary, and yet at that very time converts a woman.
and he could have money, sometimes a weary, and yet At that very time converts a woman.
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Look through the whole course of his life, there was a secret glory under all his ignominy,
Look through the Whole course of his life, there was a secret glory under all his ignominy,
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when he was brought before his enemies, yet then they fell down before him; take heed of dishonouring God.
when he was brought before his enemies, yet then they fell down before him; take heed of Dishonoring God.
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Thus it is with the people of God, they are in distress and poverty, but there is a secret dignity that beams forth;
Thus it is with the people of God, they Are in distress and poverty, but there is a secret dignity that beams forth;
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as the Apostle saith, the Spirit of God and glory rest upon you; If you be persecuted for righteousness sake blessed are you;
as the Apostle Says, the Spirit of God and glory rest upon you; If you be persecuted for righteousness sake blessed Are you;
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on the other side, when rich men are in high esteem is there not a secret disgrace to be in a high place,
on the other side, when rich men Are in high esteem is there not a secret disgrace to be in a high place,
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and yet to be a swearer, a drunkard, a whoremaster. 4. You see the way of it, how a man may get a good name:
and yet to be a swearer, a drunkard, a whoremaster. 4. You see the Way of it, how a man may get a good name:
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would you be as those holy men are said to be that obtained a good report through faith? I will tell thee the way, be a holy man, take heed of sinning, take heed of dishonouring God, this will make thee that thy name shall never rot,
would you be as those holy men Are said to be that obtained a good report through faith? I will tell thee the Way, be a holy man, take heed of sinning, take heed of Dishonoring God, this will make thee that thy name shall never rot,
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and God will have thee in everlasting remembrance.
and God will have thee in everlasting remembrance.
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5. I note from hence the certain happiness of those beholders that do see this excellency and worth in the people of God under worldly contempt,
5. I note from hence the certain happiness of those beholders that do see this excellency and worth in the people of God under worldly contempt,
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and under worldly ignominy and disgrace:
and under worldly ignominy and disgrace:
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for the comfort of these let me tell them, if there be any thing in the world a sign of a gracious heart it is this, to love holiness,
for the Comfort of these let me tell them, if there be any thing in the world a Signen of a gracious heart it is this, to love holiness,
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for holiness sake when it is advanced is good:
for holiness sake when it is advanced is good:
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but to love holiness when it is upon a dunghil, and is spit upon and persecuted, that man shows the truth of grace,
but to love holiness when it is upon a dunghill, and is spit upon and persecuted, that man shows the truth of grace,
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and the strength of grace too:
and the strength of grace too:
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It is a sign not only of a true sight, but of a strong sight, to pierce so as to see a godly man beautiful in sufferings,
It is a Signen not only of a true sighed, but of a strong sighed, to pierce so as to see a godly man beautiful in sufferings,
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and remember this for certain, the Lord will have an eye to thee.
and Remember this for certain, the Lord will have an eye to thee.
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There is a great deal of comfort may come to thy soul in all thy distresses, here is a ground of comfort. First, In thy infirmities:
There is a great deal of Comfort may come to thy soul in all thy Distresses, Here is a ground of Comfort. First, In thy infirmities:
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Dost thou love holiness when it is compassed about with sorrows, and troubles, and persecutions? Certainly Christ will see the truth of thy grace in the midst of all thy infirmities,
Dost thou love holiness when it is compassed about with sorrows, and Troubles, and persecutions? Certainly christ will see the truth of thy grace in the midst of all thy infirmities,
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and he will know a little of his own in the midst of a great deal of ours;
and he will know a little of his own in the midst of a great deal of ours;
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but then in our outward trouble there is comfort ▪ Do you think if you regard not Gods people in their sufferings, that he will regard you in your sufferings? If you remember the godly poor, God will make your bed in your sickness, God will remember what you did at such a time, such a visit thou gavest to such a one of mine in pri• … on ▪ and such a time tho• … didst so • … nd • … o;
but then in our outward trouble there is Comfort ▪ Do you think if you regard not God's people in their sufferings, that he will regard you in your sufferings? If you Remember the godly poor, God will make your Bed in your sickness, God will Remember what you did At such a time, such a visit thou Gavest to such a one of mine in pri• … on ▪ and such a time tho• … didst so • … and • … oh;
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those that have k• … pt close to • … od in their outward highness ▪ he will never c• … st them off for their lowne• … s;
those that have k• … pt close to • … od in their outward highness ▪ he will never c• … Saint them off for their lowne• … s;
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you • … an see nothing of grace in our selves, nothing but hypocrisie;
you • … an see nothing of grace in our selves, nothing but hypocrisy;
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yet c• … st • … ou say, Lord, I love thee in thy Image, I love the Lord J• … s Christ in his wo• … st 〈 ◊ 〉, I love him in his Members;
yet c• … Saint • … ou say, Lord, I love thee in thy Image, I love the Lord J• … s christ in his wo• … Saint 〈 ◊ 〉, I love him in his Members;
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this hath brought many a servant of God comfort in the • … wangs of his conscience:
this hath brought many a servant of God Comfort in the • … wangs of his conscience:
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But then there is abundant comfort to the people of God at the last day,
But then there is abundant Comfort to the people of God At the last day,
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when they shall appear before all the world, when they that have persecuted Christ, and his Church,
when they shall appear before all the world, when they that have persecuted christ, and his Church,
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and • … eople, do fear and tremble, yet then mayest thou say, Remember, Lord, what I have done, it is a token I am one that thou in• … endest good too,
and • … eople, do Fear and tremble, yet then Mayest thou say, remember, Lord, what I have done, it is a token I am one that thou in• … endest good too,
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because thou hast kept me faithful to thee and thy cause:
Because thou hast kept me faithful to thee and thy cause:
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Do you think a Judge will condemn that man that hath saved the life of his dear W• … fe? but when you shall appear before the Judgement seat at the great day,
Do you think a Judge will condemn that man that hath saved the life of his dear W• … fe? but when you shall appear before the Judgement seat At the great day,
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and every pot of water, and every rag that thou h• … st given to the Spouse of Christ, shall be remembred, do you think he will not reward it.
and every pot of water, and every rag that thou h• … Saint given to the Spouse of christ, shall be remembered, do you think he will not reward it.
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To conclude all, let me note but this one thing ▪ that now the people of God from hence should learn,
To conclude all, let me note but this one thing ▪ that now the people of God from hence should Learn,
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and that is, not to be discouraged in any outward re• … roach or trouble that can befal them in this world;
and that is, not to be discouraged in any outward re• … roach or trouble that can befall them in this world;
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remember at that very time God hath a good opinion of you, though you be never so mean and low in 〈 ◊ 〉 account of the world;
Remember At that very time God hath a good opinion of you, though you be never so mean and low in 〈 ◊ 〉 account of the world;
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yet the Saints of God, who are the only wise men in the world, these have a good opinion of you,
yet the Saints of God, who Are the only wise men in the world, these have a good opinion of you,
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and love you, and pray for you, and pitty you.
and love you, and pray for you, and pity you.
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I profess the love of one Saint is that that makes amends to a gracious heart,
I profess the love of one Saint is that that makes amends to a gracious heart,
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for all the hatred and persecution that he endures from all the sinners in the world:
for all the hatred and persecution that he endures from all the Sinners in the world:
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and then remember, that even the wicked themselves will have a good opinion of you, when you do not comply with thei• … superstitious wayes and practises;
and then Remember, that even the wicked themselves will have a good opinion of you, when you do not comply with thei• … superstitious ways and practises;
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and if all this will not comfor• … you, remember your own consciences, which is as a thousand witnesses, will one day comfort you,
and if all this will not comfor• … you, Remember your own Consciences, which is as a thousand Witnesses, will one day Comfort you,
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and though you are under disgrace ▪ and contempt, and reproach from wicked men, yet remember, no man is a miserable man for any opinion another hath of him:
and though you Are under disgrace ▪ and contempt, and reproach from wicked men, yet Remember, no man is a miserable man for any opinion Another hath of him:
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so long as God keeps thee close and faithful to him, either thy conscience doth comfort thee,
so long as God keeps thee close and faithful to him, either thy conscience does Comfort thee,
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or it shall, and it is a good conscience that will give the best acquittance.
or it shall, and it is a good conscience that will give the best acquittance.
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And then to conclude all for thee, to have the whole number of God• … people to look upon thee to be an unworthy and vile man, I look upon it to be a greater disgrace,
And then to conclude all for thee, to have the Whole number of God• … people to look upon thee to be an unworthy and vile man, I look upon it to be a greater disgrace,
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then to have all the ignominy and disgrace that the world can lay upon you;
then to have all the ignominy and disgrace that the world can lay upon you;
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remember, when godly men are • … fraid of you, you have very much cause to be afraid of your self;
Remember, when godly men Are • … fraid of you, you have very much cause to be afraid of your self;
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and remember, there is much reason for you to put you upon the looking and narrow enquiry into your own hearts and wayes ▪ when the people of God, that God hath given his Spirit too, stands at a distance from you,
and Remember, there is much reason for you to put you upon the looking and narrow enquiry into your own hearts and ways ▪ when the people of God, that God hath given his Spirit too, Stands At a distance from you,
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and are afraid to come nigh you.
and Are afraid to come High you.
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Mr. Jenkins's Afternoon Sermon.
Mr. Jenkins's Afternoon Sermon.
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Exod. 3. 2, 3, 4, 5. And the Angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a flame of fire out of the midst of a Bush;
Exod 3. 2, 3, 4, 5. And the Angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a flame of fire out of the midst of a Bush;
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and he looked, and behold the Bush burned with fire, and the Bush was not consumed.
and he looked, and behold the Bush burned with fire, and the Bush was not consumed.
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And Moses said, I will now turn aside and see this great sight, why the Bush is not burnt.
And Moses said, I will now turn aside and see this great sighed, why the Bush is not burned.
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And when the Lord saw that he turned aside to see, God called unto him out of the midst of the Bush,
And when the Lord saw that he turned aside to see, God called unto him out of the midst of the Bush,
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and said, Moses, Moses, And he said, Here am I, And he said, Draw not nigh hither;
and said, Moses, Moses, And he said, Here am I, And he said, Draw not High hither;
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put off thy shooes from off thy feet, for the place whereon thou standest is holy ground.
put off thy shoes from off thy feet, for the place whereon thou Standest is holy ground.
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LET us take a short view of the foregoing Verses;
LET us take a short view of the foregoing Verses;
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and that this may be the more useful and profitable • … o us, we may take notice, That as in the former Chapter ther• … is described Moses 's preservation to his future employment;
and that this may be the more useful and profitable • … oh us, we may take notice, That as in the former Chapter ther• … is described Moses is preservation to his future employment;
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so in this Chapter there is described his preparation, • … nd his sitting for that employment, i. e. by a Vision, or ra• … her a suitable Apparition, in which God discovered unto Moses his care of the people, of whom Moses was to be a speedy deliverer.
so in this Chapter there is described his preparation, • … and his sitting for that employment, i. e. by a Vision, or ra• … her a suitable Apparition, in which God discovered unto Moses his care of the people, of whom Moses was to be a speedy deliverer.
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You have here in the word• … read unto you, the preparation afforded to Moses for the great work, of being called to be Israels deliverer,
You have Here in the word• … read unto you, the preparation afforded to Moses for the great work, of being called to be Israel's deliverer,
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and in this preparation you may take notice of these three principal parts.
and in this preparation you may take notice of these three principal parts.
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1. An Apparition that is here presented to the view of Moses, A burning, though not a consumed Bush. 2. Moses care to observe it, I will turn aside and see this great sight,
1. an Apparition that is Here presented to the view of Moses, A burning, though not a consumed Bush. 2. Moses care to observe it, I will turn aside and see this great sighed,
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why the Bush is not burned. why the Bush is not burned.
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And then, 3. Gods Monitory Precept, or Admonition, which he afforded unto Moses, when he was drawing near to see this wonder, in which we have principally considerable two parts. 1. This Precept propounded, 1. Negatively, That be should not draw near.
And then, 3. God's Monitory Precept, or Admonition, which he afforded unto Moses, when he was drawing near to see this wonder, in which we have principally considerable two parts. 1. This Precept propounded, 1. Negatively, That be should not draw near.
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2. Affirmatively, That he should put off his shooes from off his feet.
2. Affirmatively, That he should put off his shoes from off his feet.
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2. You have considerable the Reason or Argument, whereby God doth back this Precept or Admonition, i. e. Because that place whereon he stood was holy ground, The time would fail me if I should go over all these parts, we shall only touch on the two former, the Apparition which Moses saw,
2. You have considerable the Reason or Argument, whereby God does back this Precept or Admonition, i. e. Because that place whereon he stood was holy ground, The time would fail me if I should go over all these parts, we shall only touch on the two former, the Apparition which Moses saw,
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and Moses 's desire to observe it, of which I shall only speak transitorily, and insist on the latter more fully which I chiefly intend.
and Moses is desire to observe it, of which I shall only speak transitorily, and insist on the latter more Fully which I chiefly intend.
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1. For the Apparition, or emblematical discovery of the estate of the Church in the burning, and yet unconsumed Bush. And herein take notice of three things. 1. The lowness and weakness of the Church, represented by a bush. 2. The cruelties of the Churches enemies signified and represented by Fire. 3. The eminency of its preservation,
1. For the Apparition, or emblematical discovery of the estate of the Church in the burning, and yet unconsumed Bush. And herein take notice of three things. 1. The lowness and weakness of the Church, represented by a bush. 2. The cruelties of the Churches enemies signified and represented by Fire. 3. The eminency of its preservation,
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though in the fire, yet unconsumed.
though in the fire, yet unconsumed.
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And in this only take notice, that the Church is compared to a bush for two reasons: 1 ▪ In regard of its deformity,
And in this only take notice, that the Church is compared to a bush for two Reasons: 1 ▪ In regard of its deformity,
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and blacknesse, and uncomlinesse. 2. In regard of its weaknesse and brittleness.
and blackness, and uncomeliness. 2. In regard of its weakness and brittleness.
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The Church is uncomly in regard of sin, and weak in regard of suffering, and God see• … it best that it should be thus with them to humble them,
The Church is uncomely in regard of since, and weak in regard of suffering, and God see• … it best that it should be thus with them to humble them,
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and to shew his goodnesse to accept them, and to love them, and make them long for their future beauty,
and to show his Goodness to accept them, and to love them, and make them long for their future beauty,
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and hereby God makes them more conformable to their Head, hereby he makes them endeavour to look after inward beauty and glory, hereby he puts them on a life of faith,
and hereby God makes them more conformable to their Head, hereby he makes them endeavour to look After inward beauty and glory, hereby he puts them on a life of faith,
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and takes them off from living by sense, and creature comforts, and from being entangled with creature comfort,
and Takes them off from living by sense, and creature comforts, and from being entangled with creature Comfort,
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and hereby he shows how little he regards the beauty and glory of this life, which he denies to the best of his people:
and hereby he shows how little he regards the beauty and glory of this life, which he Denies to the best of his people:
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And hereby he shows, that there is a better state of appearance and glory approaching;
And hereby he shows, that there is a better state of appearance and glory approaching;
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and therefore the people of God are not to be censured under their blackness and deformity, either in regard of sin or suffering;
and Therefore the people of God Are not to be censured under their blackness and deformity, either in regard of since or suffering;
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their happinesse is not to be judg'd by its outward appearance, because this life is but the obscurity of the Church;
their happiness is not to be judged by its outward appearance, Because this life is but the obscurity of the Church;
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we see them like the Tents of Kedar, but we do not see how like the Curtains of Solomon they shall be.
we see them like the Tents of Kedar, but we do not see how like the Curtains of Solomon they shall be.
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2. The people of God should take heed of expecting that glory of this world, which is not promised to them,
2. The people of God should take heed of expecting that glory of this world, which is not promised to them,
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and to set their hearts on Heaven.
and to Set their hearts on Heaven.
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And you may see the reason, why wicked men stumble so much at the outside of God's Worship because there is no outward bravery and beauty to allure them to the true Worship.
And you may see the reason, why wicked men Stumble so much At the outside of God's Worship Because there is no outward bravery and beauty to allure them to the true Worship.
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2. The Church is compared to a Bush, in regard of its weaknesse and brittlenesse ▪ Note, That it is not compar'd to a strong sturdy Oke,
2. The Church is compared to a Bush, in regard of its weakness and brittleness ▪ Note, That it is not compared to a strong sturdy Oak,
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but to a weak brittle Bush. God loves to bring his Church into a low and weak estate and condition;
but to a weak brittle Bush. God loves to bring his Church into a low and weak estate and condition;
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as it is here compared to a Bush, so other ▪ where to a Vine, a Dove, a Lamb and a Sheep, all weak creatures ▪ Somtimes the Church is said to be fatherless and destitute;
as it is Here compared to a Bush, so other ▪ where to a Vine, a Dove, a Lamb and a Sheep, all weak creatures ▪ Sometimes the Church is said to be fatherless and destitute;
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and as our Lord Jesus Christ, the Head of the Church, was said to be weak, a worm and no man;
and as our Lord jesus christ, the Head of the Church, was said to be weak, a worm and no man;
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and as the Apostle said, Suffered through weaknesse. And this makes them to trust in God,
and as the Apostle said, Suffered through weakness. And this makes them to trust in God,
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and puts them to rest on his strength;
and puts them to rest on his strength;
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When we are weak, then are we strong, outward weaknesse will make us look the more to Christ for spiritual strength; the weaknesse of our state doth shew the spiritual strength God gives to his people for the upholding of them.When we Are weak, then Are we strong, outward weakness will make us look the more to christ for spiritual strength; the weakness of our state does show the spiritual strength God gives to his people for the upholding of them.
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And this weaknesse of his Church doth exceedingly confound his enemies, when so weak a company shall be delivered not only against, but by the strength of men;
And this weakness of his Church does exceedingly confound his enemies, when so weak a company shall be Delivered not only against, but by the strength of men;
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and hereby God doth gain to himselfe the greater glory in their deliverance, for remembering them in their weak estate.
and hereby God does gain to himself the greater glory in their deliverance, for remembering them in their weak estate.
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Hereby the people of God, a• … e made the more thankfull, both for their preservation in,
Hereby the people of God, a• … e made the more thankful, both for their preservation in,
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and deliverence from their powerfull adversaries.
and Deliverance from their powerful Adversaries.
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You • … ee, here is a large field opened unto me, for the discoursing upon the Church's weaknesse, which whether it be more sutable to the Text, or to the Times, I leave to you to judge. But,
You • … ee, Here is a large field opened unto me, for the discoursing upon the Church's weakness, which whither it be more suitable to the Text, or to the Times, I leave to you to judge. But,
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2. Consider the cruelty of their opposition: that is set forth and • … epresented by the fire that burned in the Bush. Afflictions, and especially persecuting o• … es, are in Scriptu• … e f• … equently set out by fire, as, The fiery tryal, the fire of Affliction.
2. Consider the cruelty of their opposition: that is Set forth and • … epresented by the fire that burned in the Bush. Afflictions, and especially persecuting o• … es, Are in Scriptu• … e f• … equently Set out by fire, as, The fiery trial, the fire of Affliction.
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This doth not onely discover the rage and cruelty of men, but also the benefit and utility that comes to the Church by Affliction;
This does not only discover the rage and cruelty of men, but also the benefit and utility that comes to the Church by Affliction;
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for the Afflictions of the Church are not as consuming, but trying fire; as the fire in a Furnace is to Gold, it only takes away the dross;
for the Afflictions of the Church Are not as consuming, but trying fire; as the fire in a Furnace is to Gold, it only Takes away the dross;
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nor like the fire of hel, which hath heat without light, but the School of persecution hath light as well as heat, the School of affliction is the School ▪ of teaching, God teacheth his Saints excellent Lessons by the light of that fire,
nor like the fire of hell, which hath heat without Light, but the School of persecution hath Light as well as heat, the School of affliction is the School ▪ of teaching, God Teaches his Saints excellent Lessons by the Light of that fire,
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But I passe by that, I might now insist upon the third thing. —
But I pass by that, I might now insist upon the third thing. —
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3. Consider the eminence of their preservation, It was not consumed; the Church of God was hot, but not altogether and wholly consumed; let the fire be never so hot and spreading, the Church of God shall have a being; if the Church be lesse in one place it will be greater in another;
3. Consider the eminence of their preservation, It was not consumed; the Church of God was hight, but not altogether and wholly consumed; let the fire be never so hight and spreading, the Church of God shall have a being; if the Church be less in one place it will be greater in Another;
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what it loses in one place it gets in another; and God will have a Name among his people on earth;
what it loses in one place it gets in Another; and God will have a Name among his people on earth;
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A man may as well attempt to blow out the light of the Sun with a pair of bellows,
A man may as well attempt to blow out the Light of the Sun with a pair of bellows,
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or batter it with snow-balls, as to root the Church out of the world;
or batter it with snowballs, as to root the Church out of the world;
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for it is impossible to root Christ's Church out of the world ▪ And if you take notice of particular Believers, it is not consumed, in a way of hurting and destroying them;
for it is impossible to root Christ's Church out of the world ▪ And if you take notice of particular Believers, it is not consumed, in a Way of hurting and destroying them;
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and consider, their graces are not consumed, their welfare is not destroyed; this fire cannot burn them up, though it burn upon them:
and Consider, their graces Are not consumed, their welfare is not destroyed; this fire cannot burn them up, though it burn upon them:
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But as he will mittigate and allay the fire, so as that it shall not decrease their strength,
But as he will mitigate and allay the fire, so as that it shall not decrease their strength,
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so he will cleanse his people by the fire, so as that it shall burn up nothing but their drosse,
so he will cleanse his people by the fire, so as that it shall burn up nothing but their dross,
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and what makes them offensive unto God, and what may make them hurtful one to another.
and what makes them offensive unto God, and what may make them hurtful one to Another.
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But I passe it by, these things to the second general Part, viz
But I pass it by, these things to the second general Part, videlicet
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2. Moses care to observe God's admonition, That he would turn aside and see this great sight,
2. Moses care to observe God's admonition, That he would turn aside and see this great sighed,
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why the bush was not burnt. Moses was an excellent Naturalist, and yet here he was posed;why the bush was not burned. Moses was an excellent Naturalist, and yet Here he was posed;
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he could see no reason in nature by all the learning of the Egyptians, how this thing should come to passe that a flaming fire should be in a brittle bush, and yet the bush not consumed; And yet I do not conceive (as some Jesuitical Expositors upon the place do) that Moses did turn aside so much out of curiosity, as to understand what it was that God did intend by it,
he could see no reason in nature by all the learning of the egyptians, how this thing should come to pass that a flaming fire should be in a brittle bush, and yet the bush not consumed; And yet I do not conceive (as Some Jesuitical Expositors upon the place do) that Moses did turn aside so much out of curiosity, as to understand what it was that God did intend by it,
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and would have him to learn by it. And doubtless when Gods works are great, our observations should not be small;
and would have him to Learn by it. And doubtless when God's works Are great, our observations should not be small;
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when his providence is eminently lifted up, we should no be cast dawn;
when his providence is eminently lifted up, we should not be cast dawn;
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when the hand of God is upon us, we must not shut our eyes, I am very far from being a Phanatique,
when the hand of God is upon us, we must not shut our eyes, I am very Far from being a Fanatic,
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and to give credit or be led by unscriptural revelation;
and to give credit or be led by unscriptural Revelation;
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but let me tell you, the times wherein we live are strange times, in regard of strange sights and apparitions, and I question if there have not bin some as wonderfull as this in our times,
but let me tell you, the times wherein we live Are strange times, in regard of strange sights and apparitions, and I question if there have not been Some as wonderful as this in our times,
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but I shall not now mention them;
but I shall not now mention them;
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though it be a forfeiture of your modesty to give a reason for them, yet they do portend some strange things;
though it be a forfeiture of your modesty to give a reason for them, yet they do portend Some strange things;
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the hand of God is not to be neglected, though it cannot be perfectly conceived;
the hand of God is not to be neglected, though it cannot be perfectly conceived;
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and it is the nature of a Wicked man to have Gods works far out of his sight;
and it is the nature of a Wicked man to have God's works Far out of his sighed;
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be sure to lay them up in your hearts, And thus far you may take notice of them, To trust that God that hath all the Elementary Meteors in his power, and at his command;
be sure to lay them up in your hearts, And thus Far you may take notice of them, To trust that God that hath all the Elementary Meteors in his power, and At his command;
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and this learn to tremble and dread before that God that hath you in his power,
and this Learn to tremble and dread before that God that hath you in his power,
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and can do with you and all other things as he pleases.
and can do with you and all other things as he Pleases.
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3. You have here considerable the Admonition of God, or the Monitory precept God lays down to Moses, i. e.
3. You have Here considerable the Admonition of God, or the Monitory precept God lays down to Moses, i. e.
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he forbids him to draw nigher, and then bids him to pull off his shoes:
he forbids him to draw nigher, and then bids him to pull off his shoes:
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the reason of the former will be easily understood in the opening of the latter; I shall therfore in it briefly take notice of two things. 1. An Injunction, put off thy shoes. 2. The Argument whereby he doth back this, Because the place wheron he stood was holy ground.
the reason of the former will be Easily understood in the opening of the latter; I shall Therefore in it briefly take notice of two things. 1. an Injunction, put off thy shoes. 2. The Argument whereby he does back this, Because the place whereon he stood was holy ground.
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For the opening of the former, the Injunction, put off thy shoes, I shall not give the divers glosses and divers Interpretations which men, with more wit then weight, have endeavoured to make of this Scripture;
For the opening of the former, the Injunction, put off thy shoes, I shall not give the diverse Glosses and diverse Interpretations which men, with more wit then weight, have endeavoured to make of this Scripture;
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he plain meaning is this, which is given us by Thed• … et, put off thy shoes, God's scope,
he plain meaning is this, which is given us by Thed• … et, put off thy shoes, God's scope,
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and drift, and i• … ent he• … eby was, to require of Moses reverence,
and drift, and i• … ent he• … eby was, to require of Moses Reverence,
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when he was to receive a Message of very great concernment and importance about his Church;
when he was to receive a Message of very great concernment and importance about his Church;
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the design of God was in this to prepare him to obedience, therefore God requires that of him then, which servants were wo• … t to do when they came to their Lord and Master, to shew their reverence to them, servants used to come barefoot to their Masters, to testifie reverence to the commands of them on whom they waited:
the Design of God was in this to prepare him to Obedience, Therefore God requires that of him then, which Servants were wo• … tO to do when they Come to their Lord and Master, to show their Reverence to them, Servants used to come barefoot to their Masters, to testify Reverence to the commands of them on whom they waited:
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Nudare pedes signum reverentiae. And the putting on the shoes is in Scripture, as well as among other Writers, held as a token of domination or masterly Power.Nudare pedes signum reverentiae. And the putting on the shoes is in Scripture, as well as among other Writers, held as a token of domination or masterly Power.
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Hence some conceive, Iohn spake of Christ as one that had his shoes on;
Hence Some conceive, John spoke of christ as one that had his shoes on;
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and of himself, as one hat was unworth• … to unty his shoes. And the P• … phet Isaiah, by a sign of putting off his shoes, is commanded by God to put off his shoes from off his feet,
and of himself, as one hat was unworth• … to untie his shoes. And the P• … phet Isaiah, by a Signen of putting off his shoes, is commanded by God to put off his shoes from off his feet,
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and to walk naked and bare-foot; and he did so, Isa. 20. 2: which denoteth the servility of the People, in token that God's people were to be in a low condition in captivity.
and to walk naked and barefoot; and he did so, Isaiah 20. 2: which denoteth the servility of the People, in token that God's people were to be in a low condition in captivity.
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So we read of Mour• … ners in Ezekiel, chap 21. 17. that were of a low spirit, they are said to go without shoes, or unshod. And, my brethen, on the other side,
So we read of Mour• … ners in Ezekielem, chap 21. 17. that were of a low Spirit, they Are said to go without shoes, or unshod. And, my brethren, on the other side,
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when God would show the freedom of his people, and their deliverance from servitude, he is said to put shoes on their feet, Ezech. 16. 10. And the reception of the Prodigal into his Fathers house,
when God would show the freedom of his people, and their deliverance from servitude, he is said to put shoes on their feet, Ezekiel 16. 10. And the reception of the Prodigal into his Father's house,
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and the freedom and priviledge his Father intended him, (acording to some learned men, intended by that expression in Luk. 1. 22.) is set forth by putting on shoes upon his feet. So that I take the meaning of this command to be so much;
and the freedom and privilege his Father intended him, (according to Some learned men, intended by that expression in Luk. 1. 22.) is Set forth by putting on shoes upon his feet. So that I take the meaning of this command to be so much;
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Shew by this thy reverence, thy humility, thy due submissiveness, thy subjection of spirit, together with thy servile readiness to do whatsoever I shall command thee.
Show by this thy Reverence, thy humility, thy due submissiveness, thy subjection of Spirit, together with thy servile readiness to do whatsoever I shall command thee.
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Calvin hath this Note upon the Text, if so excellent a servant of God as Moses had need to be quickened to reverence and obedience by such a ceremony, certainly we that are more backward to hu• … ility and obedience, should by our reverent behaviour, calvin hath this Note upon the Text, if so excellent a servant of God as Moses had need to be quickened to Reverence and Obedience by such a ceremony, Certainly we that Are more backward to hu• … ility and Obedience, should by our reverend behaviour,
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when we come into the presence of God;
when we come into the presence of God;
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signifie 〈 ◊ 〉 the reverence of our souls by our outward expressions, and likewise quicken and fortifie the inward graces of our souls by the outward gestures of the body, (especially in prayer) as kneeling,
signify 〈 ◊ 〉 the Reverence of our Souls by our outward expressions, and likewise quicken and fortify the inward graces of our Souls by the outward gestures of the body, (especially in prayer) as kneeling,
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and lifting up the hands, uncovering of the head, and the like;
and lifting up the hands, uncovering of the head, and the like;
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for the presence of God is great, and it's the presence of the great God indeed;
for the presence of God is great, and it's the presence of the great God indeed;
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we that are not only by the Law of Creation so infinitely below him, but also in regard of that illegal Law of sin,
we that Are not only by the Law of Creation so infinitely below him, but also in regard of that illegal Law of since,
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so much against him, should testifie our humility before him, and subjection to him, when he calls for it by our reverence.
so much against him, should testify our humility before him, and subjection to him, when he calls for it by our Reverence.
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2. The Reason by which this is b• … ckt, Because the place wheron Moses di• … stand was holy ground.
2. The Reason by which this is b• … ckt, Because the place whereon Moses di• … stand was holy ground.
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The meaning I take to be this.
The meaning I take to be this.
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I• … is holy in regard of that visible and miraculous taken, symbol, and sign of my presence that is here discovered in this Place, not because the place was (as I • … o not understand how any place is) of its own na• … re holy,
I• … is holy in regard of that visible and miraculous taken, symbol, and Signen of my presence that is Here discovered in this Place, not Because the place was (as I • … oh not understand how any place is) of its own na• … re holy,
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but God did testifie, that that Place being the place of his special presence, had thereby a holinesse, there being now a sign given by God to Moses, that he was extraordinarily and miraculously there.
but God did testify, that that Place being the place of his special presence, had thereby a holiness, there being now a Signen given by God to Moses, that he was extraordinarily and miraculously there.
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And thus I have opened the second Branch, whereon this Injunction was backt;
And thus I have opened the second Branch, whereon this Injunction was backed;
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This place was holy; so it was then. Now I do not understand how I can discourse of this so profitably unto you, concerning the holiness of places,This place was holy; so it was then. Now I do not understand how I can discourse of this so profitably unto you, Concerning the holiness of places,
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unless we take notice of the holiness of places now in the time of the Gospel,
unless we take notice of the holiness of places now in the time of the Gospel,
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and consider, whether, and how, in these times, one place may be said to be holy or holier then another.
and Consider, whither, and how, in these times, one place may be said to be holy or Holier then Another.
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And truly I am not put on this employment willingly, nor the handling of this subject;
And truly I am not put on this employment willingly, nor the handling of this Subject;
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and if it were not extorted from me by something, I do not say that I have seen, but that I have read, that was written by men,
and if it were not extorted from me by something, I do not say that I have seen, but that I have read, that was written by men,
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and those none of the meanest neither, the learnedst of the Papists, I should not now have chosen to have entred upon this task, concerning the holiness of places, in opposition to whom, I have entred upon this discourse:
and those none of the Meanest neither, the Learnedest of the Papists, I should not now have chosen to have entered upon this task, Concerning the holiness of places, in opposition to whom, I have entered upon this discourse:
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I will give you two expressions, which one of the devoutest, and the other of the learnedst of them hath;
I will give you two expressions, which one of the devoutest, and the other of the Learnedest of them hath;
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the learnedst of them, accounted so at least (though, blessed be God, his weapons have not been formidable to the Church) is Bellarmine, his words are these, Templum consecrandum merito venerabile & divina virtute praeditum est, The Temple consecrated is deservedly holy,
the Learnedest of them, accounted so At least (though, blessed be God, his weapons have not been formidable to the Church) is Bellarmine, his words Are these, Templum consecrandum merito venerabile & Divine virtute praeditum est, The Temple consecrated is deservedly holy,
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and venerable in worship, and endowed with divine virtue and efficacy, the Temple ought to be looked upon as honourable and venerable.
and venerable in worship, and endowed with divine virtue and efficacy, the Temple ought to be looked upon as honourable and venerable.
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And for the other, Durandus, he tells us, So great is the Religion and Holiness of Churches, that those things should be,
And for the other, Durandus, he tells us, So great is the Religion and Holiness of Churches, that those things should be,
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and may be forbidden to be done in them (he means perpetually, or else he saith nothing,and may be forbidden to be done in them (he means perpetually, or Else he Says nothing,
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for we grant as much) which in other places may duly and lawfully be done.
for we grant as much) which in other places may duly and lawfully be done.
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In the handling of this Question, How we are to judge and conceive of the holiness of places in the times of the Gospel? I shall endeavour,
In the handling of this Question, How we Are to judge and conceive of the holiness of places in the times of the Gospel? I shall endeavour,
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first, to explain it, and then faithfully and truly endeavour to resolve and determine the same.
First, to explain it, and then faithfully and truly endeavour to resolve and determine the same.
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First then, for Explanation, I shall here endeavour to open these two things to you;
First then, for Explanation, I shall Here endeavour to open these two things to you;
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first, what it is for a place to be holy, or wherein the nature of the holinesse of places consists:
First, what it is for a place to be holy, or wherein the nature of the holiness of places consists:
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secondly, what that is that is the foundation or cause of the holiness of places, and both these must in our discourse,
secondly, what that is that is the Foundation or cause of the holiness of places, and both these must in our discourse,
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and likewise apprehension, be accurately distinguish'd. I.
and likewise apprehension, be accurately distinguished. I.
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What it is for a place to be holy, this is two wayes to be considered: 1. generally; 2. more particularly.
What it is for a place to be holy, this is two ways to be considered: 1. generally; 2. more particularly.
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1. More generally, The holiness of a place doth consist in the separation thereof, the setting it apart, the distinction and discrimination in the way of some excellent preheminence,
1. More generally, The holiness of a place does consist in the separation thereof, the setting it apart, the distinction and discrimination in the Way of Some excellent pre-eminence,
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or the exa• … ting of it before and above all other places:
or the exa• … ting of it before and above all other places:
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Thus the notion of the holiness of places is taken in Scripture, Exod. 30. 31, 37, 38. you shall there read, that the Lord tells them in the 31. verse, concerning the oyntment that he prescribed,
Thus the notion of the holiness of places is taken in Scripture, Exod 30. 31, 37, 38. you shall there read, that the Lord tells them in the 31. verse, Concerning the ointment that he prescribed,
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and likewise the composition of it for his service, This shall be an holy anointing • … yl unto me throughout your generations.
and likewise the composition of it for his service, This shall be an holy anointing • … ill unto me throughout your generations.
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Now see how God doth discover this to be holy, On mans flesh it shall not be poured,
Now see how God does discover this to be holy, On men Flesh it shall not be poured,
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neither shall you make any other like it after the composition of it. neither shall you make any other like it After the composition of it.
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Here was a discrimination as well to the using of it, as to the making and composition of it;
Here was a discrimination as well to the using of it, as to the making and composition of it;
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as none was to 〈 ◊ 〉 such an oyntment as this was, so none was to use it in their ordinary and common employment:
as none was to 〈 ◊ 〉 such an ointment as this was, so none was to use it in their ordinary and Common employment:
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so that now the holiness thereof did consist in the distinction and disc• … imination of it from other uses, and likewise from all other oyntments. And this is further expressed concerning the holy perfumes in the 37. and 38. verses, there was to be a difference between this and other perfumes;
so that now the holiness thereof did consist in the distinction and disc• … imination of it from other uses, and likewise from all other ointments. And this is further expressed Concerning the holy perfumes in the 37. and 38. Verses, there was to be a difference between this and other perfumes;
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and this was the holiness thereof.
and this was the holiness thereof.
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And so you shall find it, not only concerning holy things but likewise concernig holy persons, Levit. 20. 24. 25. I am the Lord your God, which have separated you from other people;
And so you shall find it, not only Concerning holy things but likewise Concerning holy Persons, Levit. 20. 24. 25. I am the Lord your God, which have separated you from other people;
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you shall therefore put a difference between clean beasts, and unclean. you shall Therefore put a difference between clean beasts, and unclean.
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〈 ◊ 〉, herein is the holiness of the people, that they were a diffe• … ced and severèd people.
〈 ◊ 〉, herein is the holiness of the people, that they were a diffe• … ced and severèd people.
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And hence it is you read in Deuteronomy, chap. 26. 18, 19. that God is there said to avouch his people, openly to discover himself to assert it that they are his people;
And hence it is you read in Deuteronomy, chap. 26. 18, 19. that God is there said to avouch his people, openly to discover himself to assert it that they Are his people;
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their holiness was a discrimination, a separation from the rest of the people.
their holiness was a discrimination, a separation from the rest of the people.
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And in Deut. 7. 6. and 14. 2. you have there the very same things described and discovered to you.
And in Deuteronomy 7. 6. and 14. 2. you have there the very same things described and discovered to you.
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And now for this I shall desire you to take notice of comparing two places of Scripture, which discovers the holiness of places, in Deut. 19. 2, 7. Thou shalt separate three Cities for thee in the midst of thy land, which the Lord thy God giveth thee to possesse it.
And now for this I shall desire you to take notice of comparing two places of Scripture, which discovers the holiness of places, in Deuteronomy 19. 2, 7. Thou shalt separate three Cities for thee in the midst of thy land, which the Lord thy God gives thee to possess it.
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And at the seventh verse, Wherefore I command thee, saying, Thou shalt separate three Cities for thee.
And At the seventh verse, Wherefore I command thee, saying, Thou shalt separate three Cities for thee.
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Now you shall have this again propounded to you in Ioshua. chap. 20. 7. And they sanctified Kedesh in Galilee in Napthaly,
Now you shall have this again propounded to you in Ioshua. chap. 20. 7. And they sanctified Kedesh in Galilee in Naphtali,
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and Sechem in mount Ephraim, and Kiriath-arba (which is Hebron) in the mountain of Iudah. and Shechem in mount Ephraim, and Kiriath-arba (which is Hebron) in the mountain of Iudah.
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Mark the Scripture, that that was called Separation in Deut. 9. 2. 7. is here called Sanctification; therefore the word in the Hebrew is, And you shall sanctifie, or, make holy these places; that is, holy, by the separation or them unto that employment that I shall appoint.
Mark the Scripture, that that was called Separation in Deuteronomy 9. 2. 7. is Here called Sanctification; Therefore the word in the Hebrew is, And you shall sanctify, or, make holy these places; that is, holy, by the separation or them unto that employment that I shall appoint.
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Hence a thing is said to be unholy in Scripture when it is common, is not separated and set apart to holy employments and services,
Hence a thing is said to be unholy in Scripture when it is Common, is not separated and Set apart to holy employments and services,
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and from every thing that is of a civil concernment.
and from every thing that is of a civil concernment.
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And hence you read in Acts 10. 14. in the Vision that Peter had, God bids Peter kill and eat. But Peter said, Not so Lord,
And hence you read in Acts 10. 14. in the Vision that Peter had, God bids Peter kill and eat. But Peter said, Not so Lord,
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for I have never eaten anything that is common or unclean. for I have never eaten anything that is Common or unclean.
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That that is unclean and unholy, in a way of legal unholiness, is said to be common, not set apart.
That that is unclean and unholy, in a Way of Legal unholiness, is said to be Common, not Set apart.
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Heb. 10. 29. you shall there read this notion clearly discovered to you in the New Testament, Of how much sorer punishment, suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, Hebrew 10. 29. you shall there read this notion clearly discovered to you in the New Testament, Of how much Sorer punishment, suppose you, shall he be Thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God,
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and hath counted the blood of the Covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing. An unholy thing is a common thing.and hath counted the blood of the Covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing. an unholy thing is a Common thing.
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So that now what is sanctification in the former part of the verse, is called commonness and uncleanness in the latter part.
So that now what is sanctification in the former part of the verse, is called commonness and uncleanness in the latter part.
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But not to give you any more instances of this nature, the general nature of holiness is discrimination, or separation.
But not to give you any more instances of this nature, the general nature of holiness is discrimination, or separation.
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2. To answer it more particularly, this setting apart, or discrimination, or separation of places for holy uses, must have these two properties.
2. To answer it more particularly, this setting apart, or discrimination, or separation of places for holy uses, must have these two properties.
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1. A place that is holy, it must have such a separation from other places,
1. A place that is holy, it must have such a separation from other places,
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as that it must be alienated from all uses but holy uses, it must not at all be employed to civil uses,
as that it must be alienated from all uses but holy uses, it must not At all be employed to civil uses,
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for the employing of it unto civil uses must be looked upon as sinful and unlawful.
for the employing of it unto civil uses must be looked upon as sinful and unlawful.
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Thus in the Scripture, when times, things, or persons are reputed as holy, they are to be exempted from common employment;
Thus in the Scripture, when times, things, or Persons Are reputed as holy, they Are to be exempted from Common employment;
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the Sabbath day, a holy day, In it thou must not do any manner of work.
the Sabbath day, a holy day, In it thou must not do any manner of work.
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The Vessels and Utensils of the Temple were holy, and therefore were not to be used to ordinary uses;
The Vessels and Utensils of the Temple were holy, and Therefore were not to be used to ordinary uses;
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and this, as some think, was the great sin of Belshazar, that he would offer to drink in the Vessels of the Temple. And so the garments of the Priests were holy, and not to be used by secular persons.
and this, as Some think, was the great since of Belshazzar, that he would offer to drink in the Vessels of the Temple. And so the garments of the Priests were holy, and not to be used by secular Persons.
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And the Tabernacle and the Temple were holy, and not to be used in civil employments.
And the Tabernacle and the Temple were holy, and not to be used in civil employments.
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2. More particularly, concerning this holiness, I desire to shew you what it is, by shewing you, it must be such a holinesse and separation,
2. More particularly, Concerning this holiness, I desire to show you what it is, by showing you, it must be such a holiness and separation,
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as that the service done to God in those places must be accounted and looked upon as a better service,
as that the service done to God in those places must be accounted and looked upon as a better service,
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and more accepteble, then if so be it had been done elsewhere, more acceptable to God, and advantagious to our selves.
and more accepteble, then if so be it had been done elsewhere, more acceptable to God, and advantageous to our selves.
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Now as places are said to be holy, in regard they are only to be for holy services, so,
Now as places Are said to be holy, in regard they Are only to be for holy services, so,
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2. Holy in regard that holy services are only to be done there, with acceptation or advantage, at least with so great acceptation. And therefore I desire you to take notice, that places in Scripture were said to be holy, which did sanctifie the Worship which was done in them,
2. Holy in regard that holy services Are only to be done there, with acceptation or advantage, At least with so great acceptation. And Therefore I desire you to take notice, that places in Scripture were said to be holy, which did sanctify the Worship which was done in them,
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and sanctifie the Worshippers, and so the very places are part of worship:
and sanctify the Worshippers, and so the very places Are part of worship:
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and so not only places in which God was worshipped, but by which God was worshipped.
and so not only places in which God was worshipped, but by which God was worshipped.
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And thus the Sabbath was sanctified, and so the performance of Gods worship therein, made Gods service more acceptable and sanctified.
And thus the Sabbath was sanctified, and so the performance of God's worship therein, made God's service more acceptable and sanctified.
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And so the Altar, when it was holy, it made the gift the more holy and sanctified,
And so the Altar, when it was holy, it made the gift the more holy and sanctified,
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and so the more acceptable, the Altar sanctified the gift, M• … t.
and so the more acceptable, the Altar sanctified the gift, M• … tO.
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23. 18, 19. And so the Incense was acceptable to God, as being put into such a Censor. And so the service done to God in such Garments was more acceptable,
23. 18, 19. And so the Incense was acceptable to God, as being put into such a Censor. And so the service done to God in such Garments was more acceptable,
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because done in them which God had instituted and appointed for Aaron and his Sons to wear.
Because done in them which God had instituted and appointed for Aaron and his Sons to wear.
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And so I have opened the first thing in the explanation, and that is to shew you, wherein ho• … iness consists,
And so I have opened the First thing in the explanation, and that is to show you, wherein ho• … Inness consists,
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and how it is that places or things may be said to be holy; and I think I have sufficiently cleared the notion to you.
and how it is that places or things may be said to be holy; and I think I have sufficiently cleared the notion to you.
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2. To shew, what the cause or the foundation of this holinese is;
2. To show, what the cause or the Foundation of this Holiness is;
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for this, my Brethren, I shall desire you also to take notice of it more generally, and then more particularly.
for this, my Brothers, I shall desire you also to take notice of it more generally, and then more particularly.
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1. More generally, That the cause and the foundation of a place, or any other things holiness, it is its belonging to God, Gods peculiar relation to it, and propriety in it, declared as he shall please:
1. More generally, That the cause and the Foundation of a place, or any other things holiness, it is its belonging to God, God's peculiar Relation to it, and propriety in it, declared as he shall please:
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And therefore to be holy, and to be Gods, are words of the like importance,
And Therefore to be holy, and to be God's, Are words of the like importance,
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or equivolent, its being Gods, and his having a relation to it, is the foundation and cause of its holiness.
or Equivalent, its being God's, and his having a Relation to it, is the Foundation and cause of its holiness.
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And therefore if you look into Exodus 13. 2. you shall there find God commands, that they should sanctifie unto him all the first-born, it is mine;
And Therefore if you look into Exodus 13. 2. you shall there find God commands, that they should sanctify unto him all the firstborn, it is mine;
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there now is that which is the cause, and reason, and ground of its being sanctified, or holy, it is God himself, God hath a propriety in it.
there now is that which is the cause, and reason, and ground of its being sanctified, or holy, it is God himself, God hath a propriety in it.
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And therefore I desire you to look into Luke 2. 23. it will open this notion to you;
And Therefore I desire you to look into Lycia 2. 23. it will open this notion to you;
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there you shall see, that this command is again repeated, but yet in other words,
there you shall see, that this command is again repeated, but yet in other words,
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and therefore ye saith, As it is written in the Law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;
and Therefore you Says, As it is written in the Law of the Lord, Every male that Openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;
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that which is said in one place to be sanctified or separated, is here said to be holy; and therefore holy, because separated to God, Levit. 27. 30. All the Tithes of the land is the Lord• …, it is holy unto the Lord;
that which is said in one place to be sanctified or separated, is Here said to be holy; and Therefore holy, Because separated to God, Levit. 27. 30. All the Tithes of the land is the Lord• …, it is holy unto the Lord;
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it is holy, and therefore holy because because it is the Lords. So that here is the general answer.
it is holy, and Therefore holy Because Because it is the lords. So that Here is the general answer.
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This is the foundation, ground and cause of its holiness, Gods peculiar propriety in it, it is the Lords.
This is the Foundation, ground and cause of its holiness, God's peculiar propriety in it, it is the lords.
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2. More particularly, That the declared propriety that God hath in any place, or his relation to a place,
2. More particularly, That the declared propriety that God hath in any place, or his Relation to a place,
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or its belonging unto God, that is the foundation of its holiness. This belonging unto God, or Gods propriety in it, is declared two wayes.
or its belonging unto God, that is the Foundation of its holiness. This belonging unto God, or God's propriety in it, is declared two ways.
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Its belonging unto God is declared. 1. From his presence. 2. From his Precept. 1. By his presence.
Its belonging unto God is declared. 1. From his presence. 2. From his Precept. 1. By his presence.
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Now the presence of God that was the foundation of the holiness of a place, was twofold. 1. Extraordinary. 2. Ordinary.
Now the presence of God that was the Foundation of the holiness of a place, was twofold. 1. Extraordinary. 2. Ordinary.
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1. The Extraordinary presence of God was by his miraculous Apparitions.
1. The Extraordinary presence of God was by his miraculous Apparitions.
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and discovering himself by some miraculous token, vision, sign, or manifestation of his presence, as now here in this burning, and not co• … sumed • … ush;
and discovering himself by Some miraculous token, vision, Signen, or manifestation of his presence, as now Here in this burning, and not co• … summed • … ush;
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here was a miraculous • … oken of Gods presence.
Here was a miraculous • … oaken of God's presence.
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We shall and in the fifth of Ioshua, • … nd the last verse, God commands Ioshua to put off his shooes, Loose thy shooes from off thy feet,
We shall and in the fifth of Ioshua, • … and the last verse, God commands Ioshua to put off his shoes, Lose thy shoes from off thy feet,
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for the place whe• … eon thou standest is holy ground. And Ioshua did so. for the place whe• … eon thou Standest is holy ground. And Ioshua did so.
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And therefore, as I conceive, hence it is, the Mountain in which Christ was transfigured is called, The holy Mountain, 2 Pet. 1. 18. And this voyce which came from Heaven we heard when we were with him in the holy Mount.
And Therefore, as I conceive, hence it is, the Mountain in which christ was transfigured is called, The holy Mountain, 2 Pet. 1. 18. And this voice which Come from Heaven we herd when we were with him in the holy Mount.
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Why holy? Not as if it were holy at that time when the Apostle writ that Epistle, but it were manifest, there was an extraordinary manifestation and sign of Gods presence,
Why holy? Not as if it were holy At that time when the Apostle writ that Epistle, but it were manifest, there was an extraordinary manifestation and Signen of God's presence,
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and so long as this extraordinary manifestation of Gods presence continued it was called holy. And this miraculous manifestation of the gloriousness of Christs Godhead ceasing, the holiness of that place ceased also.
and so long as this extraordinary manifestation of God's presence continued it was called holy. And this miraculous manifestation of the gloriousness of Christ Godhead ceasing, the holiness of that place ceased also.
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And remember this place now, of Gods extraordinary miraculous manifestation of himself in the Bush, was holy for that time,
And Remember this place now, of God's extraordinary miraculous manifestation of himself in the Bush, was holy for that time,
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and no longer, wherein he did manifest himself;
and no longer, wherein he did manifest himself;
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for otherwise, in the time of the Law, it were unholy to offer up sacrifice there.
for otherwise, in the time of the Law, it were unholy to offer up sacrifice there.
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2. As the presence of God was extraordinary, so it is ordinary, which is two fold. 1. The presence of his standing residence in a place, by some visible or external Symbole;
2. As the presence of God was extraordinary, so it is ordinary, which is two fold. 1. The presence of his standing residence in a place, by Some visible or external Symbol;
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or else, 2. The presence of God is a spiritual presence, in the religious services and performances of his people, in the place of their Meetings and Assemblies.
or Else, 2. The presence of God is a spiritual presence, in the religious services and performances of his people, in the place of their Meetings and Assemblies.
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Now concerning the first of these.
Now Concerning the First of these.
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1. The presence of God, by the more visible and lasting tokens of his presence, which was chiefly afforded in the time of the Levitical Pedagogue;
1. The presence of God, by the more visible and lasting tokens of his presence, which was chiefly afforded in the time of the Levitical Pedagogue;
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so the Altar, Temple, Ark, and Mercy-seat, were symbols of Gods presence among that people, by them God signified his presence ▪ he recorded his name there by those visible tokens of his presence;
so the Altar, Temple, Ark, and Mercy-seat, were symbols of God's presence among that people, by them God signified his presence ▪ he recorded his name there by those visible tokens of his presence;
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and therefore the Ark was said to be Gods face:
and Therefore the Ark was said to be God's face:
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and when the Ark was lifted up, it was said, Let God arise ▪ and let his Enemies be scattered.
and when the Ark was lifted up, it was said, Let God arise ▪ and let his Enemies be scattered.
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Hence they so much rejoyced when the Ark came int• … the City of David, because it was the sign of Gods presence,
Hence they so much rejoiced when the Ark Come int• … the city of David, Because it was the Signen of God's presence,
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and mourned when it was taken away captive. And God is said to deliver his glory into captivity;
and mourned when it was taken away captive. And God is said to deliver his glory into captivity;
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that is, the token of his glorious presence: and as long as this continued, God was looked upon as there present;
that is, the token of his glorious presence: and as long as this continued, God was looked upon as there present;
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and thither the people went to pray, and offer Sacrifice. And thus God more fixedly declared his durable relation to a place by these tokens,
and thither the people went to pray, and offer Sacrifice. And thus God more fixedly declared his durable Relation to a place by these tokens,
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and while these continued in a place, he was looked upon to be there.
and while these continued in a place, he was looked upon to be there.
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2. Gods ordinary presence is considerable in the Religious services of his people, and this I call the rather the more spiritual presence of God;
2. God's ordinary presence is considerable in the Religious services of his people, and this I call the rather the more spiritual presence of God;
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this is that presence of God in the Ordinances, which we have, we hope, this day,
this is that presence of God in the Ordinances, which we have, we hope, this day,
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and which Christ did promise, Mat. 18. 20. Where ever two or three are met together in my name, there am I present in the midst of them;
and which christ did promise, Mathew 18. 20. Where ever two or three Are met together in my name, there am I present in the midst of them;
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not in the midst of the place, but of them, when they do perform holy and institute worship.
not in the midst of the place, but of them, when they do perform holy and institute worship.
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This spiritual presence of God is that that is afforded in the use of those Ordinances of Praying, Hearing, and Administration of Sacraments;
This spiritual presence of God is that that is afforded in the use of those Ordinances of Praying, Hearing, and Administration of Sacraments;
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his presence is there to accept of these, and to bless them, and make them operative,
his presence is there to accept of these, and to bless them, and make them operative,
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and to assist in these, and to enable both Minister and people to go through their duty by his own power.
and to assist in these, and to enable both Minister and people to go through their duty by his own power.
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Nor can Gods presence be ordinarily expected, but in this his own way. Now then,
Nor can God's presence be ordinarily expected, but in this his own Way. Now then,
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2. You must know, that as the presence of God is the foundation of a places sanctity,
2. You must know, that as the presence of God is the Foundation of a places sanctity,
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and as it is several, so you must know, Gods propriety in, and relation to a place is declared by his Precept;
and as it is several, so you must know, God's propriety in, and Relation to a place is declared by his Precept;
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the precept of God is Gods propriety in a place, as well as his presence;
the precept of God is God's propriety in a place, as well as his presence;
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thus it belongs to him by command to make it holy, he may do what he will,
thus it belongs to him by command to make it holy, he may do what he will,
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and choose out what places he will to be holy.
and choose out what places he will to be holy.
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He to whom all things belong, surely may have some places and things more proper to himself and peculiar;
He to whom all things belong, surely may have Some places and things more proper to himself and peculiar;
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so the Temple of old, and the Tabernacle, those places of Levitical and Ceremonial worship, was separated and set apart by God, by Divine Institution.
so the Temple of old, and the Tabernacle, those places of Levitical and Ceremonial worship, was separated and Set apart by God, by Divine Institution.
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Hence we have many commands. 1. God commands, th• … t such a House, and such a Tabernacle shall be built,
Hence we have many commands. 1. God commands, th• … tO such a House, and such a Tabernacle shall be built,
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and this had been unlawfull to do, had it not been commanded. 2. He directs the manner,
and this had been unlawful to do, had it not been commanded. 2. He directs the manner,
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and the mode, and that all things should exactly be done according to the pattern in the Mount.
and the mode, and that all things should exactly be done according to the pattern in the Mount.
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And, 3. God doth command it should be in such a place, in the thrashing floor of Arumnah the Jebusite,
And, 3. God does command it should be in such a place, in the thrashing floor of Arumnah the Jebusite,
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and that place that himself had chosen. 4. He commands that he will be served in these places peculiarly, rather then in any other place, he would not have these places changed for others.
and that place that himself had chosen. 4. He commands that he will be served in these places peculiarly, rather then in any other place, he would not have these places changed for Others.
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Herein this place typifi'd Christ, one that is onely able to make our services acceptable ▪ Hence it is said, Ex. 23. 17. Three times in the year all the M• … ies shall appear before the Lord.
Herein this place typified christ, one that is only able to make our services acceptable ▪ Hence it is said, Ex. 23. 17. Three times in the year all the M• … ies shall appear before the Lord.
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And Act. 27 the Eunuch there went unto that place that God had commanded. 5. He doth command, that he would have these places reverenced,
And Act. 27 the Eunuch there went unto that place that God had commanded. 5. He does command, that he would have these places reverenced,
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and no civil employments used there when the holy service was doing, and that after the service was done, at that very time the place should be only for God. 6. And lastly, He annexed a promise unto that place, that he would accept of a duty done there rather then in any other place,
and no civil employments used there when the holy service was doing, and that After the service was done, At that very time the place should be only for God. 6. And lastly, He annexed a promise unto that place, that he would accept of a duty done there rather then in any other place,
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even because it was done there;
even Because it was done there;
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hence they prayed in the Temple, rather then in their private houses, Lu. 2. 27 and when they could not be present, by reason of Gods providence, in the Temple,
hence they prayed in the Temple, rather then in their private houses, Lu. 2. 27 and when they could not be present, by reason of God's providence, in the Temple,
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if they do but look to the City and the Temple God accepted of their duty, 1 Kin. 8. 44 48 So that God did promise, that that place that he had instituted for his worship and service, that the service performed there should be more acceptable to him then elsewhere.
if they do but look to the city and the Temple God accepted of their duty, 1 Kin. 8. 44 48 So that God did promise, that that place that he had instituted for his worship and service, that the service performed there should be more acceptable to him then elsewhere.
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This shews the reason and foundation of a places holiness the precept of God, & the promise & presence of God.
This shows the reason and Foundation of a places holiness the precept of God, & the promise & presence of God.
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And thus I have open'd to you the second thing. Now having thus explained and opened the Question to you.
And thus I have opened to you the second thing. Now having thus explained and opened the Question to you.
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2. I come to resolve the Question, according to what I think in my conscience to be the truth of God;
2. I come to resolve the Question, according to what I think in my conscience to be the truth of God;
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and this I shall do two ways. 1. By granting that which must not be denied. 2. By denying what must not be granted.
and this I shall do two ways. 1. By granting that which must not be denied. 2. By denying what must not be granted.
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1. By granting what must not be denied; and here I grant willingly these four things.
1. By granting what must not be denied; and Here I grant willingly these four things.
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1. That in the time of the Gospel, it is not only lawful, but it is often very commendable and necessary, to design and dedicate places unto God.
1. That in the time of the Gospel, it is not only lawful, but it is often very commendable and necessary, to Design and dedicate places unto God.
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Now when I say, it is lawful to design them, and to dedicate them.
Now when I say, it is lawful to Design them, and to dedicate them.
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I pray you bear me witness, I do not say it is lawfull to consecrate them,
I pray you bear me witness, I do not say it is lawful to consecrate them,
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or to sanctif• … e them; and say, it is lawfull to design and dedicate them.
or to sanctif• … e them; and say, it is lawful to Design and dedicate them.
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Now for this take not• … ce, that between 1. the designing and appointing of a place;
Now for this take not• … ce, that between 1. the designing and appointing of a place;
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2. the dedication of a place: and 3. the consecrating of a place, there are these differences.
2. the dedication of a place: and 3. the consecrating of a place, there Are these differences.
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1. Concerning the designation of a place;
1. Concerning the designation of a place;
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Then is a place designed, when it is appointed to be made use of for the most convenient for such a service,
Then is a place designed, when it is appointed to be made use of for the most convenient for such a service,
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as Tuesday and Wednesday may be appointed for Lecturedayes, not consecrated.
as Tuesday and Wednesday may be appointed for Lecturedayes, not consecrated.
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Now you must know, that this designation of a day may be altered, and so may a place;
Now you must know, that this designation of a day may be altered, and so may a place;
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if such a place be designed, it is in our power to make use of it,
if such a place be designed, it is in our power to make use of it,
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so as to leave off the use of it when weplease.
so as to leave off the use of it when weplease.
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2. As to dedication, I mean so lawfully to dedicate a place, which is of our own right to dispose of;
2. As to dedication, I mean so lawfully to dedicate a place, which is of our own right to dispose of;
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so to dedicate it, as not again to be able to revoke it, or call it back from such a use and purpose.
so to dedicate it, as not again to be able to revoke it, or call it back from such a use and purpose.
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It is lawfull and commendable for a rich man, to dedicate so much ground or money,
It is lawful and commendable for a rich man, to dedicate so much ground or money,
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for building a House for a Free-School, or for the poor, and to give it away from our selves,
for building a House for a Free-school, or for the poor, and to give it away from our selves,
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and from our own right and power;
and from our own right and power;
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and if so be that a man hath power or propriety over a place or thing, it is lawful for a man to alienate such a thing.
and if so be that a man hath power or propriety over a place or thing, it is lawful for a man to alienate such a thing.
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And yet this you must know by the way, that this Dedication that now is in the time of the Gospel, doth very much differ from that Dedication of Free-will-offering unto God in the time of the Law;
And yet this you must know by the Way, that this Dedication that now is in the time of the Gospel, does very much differ from that Dedication of Free will offering unto God in the time of the Law;
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for they were dedicated to God in the time of the Law immediately, that is, to his immediate Worship;
for they were dedicated to God in the time of the Law immediately, that is, to his immediate Worship;
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it was part of Gods Worship, it was a part of Religion to do that thing:
it was part of God's Worship, it was a part of Religion to do that thing:
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whereas it is not now dedicated to the immediate worship of God, but it is dedicated immediately to such a Parish,
whereas it is not now dedicated to the immediate worship of God, but it is dedicated immediately to such a Parish,
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or Minister, or Place, or company of People, that we have a good will to gratifie;
or Minister, or Place, or company of People, that we have a good will to gratify;
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and so it more remotely redounds to God's glory, not immediately:
and so it more remotely redounds to God's glory, not immediately:
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For God hath not declared in his Word the same acceptation in the Gospel of things done in an immediate way,
For God hath not declared in his Word the same acceptation in the Gospel of things done in an immediate Way,
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as he had in the time of the Law, of which acceptation now we have no such promise.
as he had in the time of the Law, of which acceptation now we have no such promise.
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And therefore it is observable, as one speaks concerning that Benefactor in the Gospel to the Iews, He hath loved our Nation,
And Therefore it is observable, as one speaks Concerning that Benefactor in the Gospel to the Iews, He hath loved our nation,
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and builded us a Synagogue, it is not said, for God; but for us; This man out of love to us hath bestowed these things to God;and built us a Synagogue, it is not said, for God; but for us; This man out of love to us hath bestowed these things to God;
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which, though a giving our selves out of our own power, yet it doth differ from the Free-will-offering in the time of the Law.
which, though a giving our selves out of our own power, yet it does differ from the Free will offering in the time of the Law.
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Ay, but now, Sirs, ye must know, that sanctification, or consecration, that is a great deal more;
Ay, but now, Sirs, you must know, that sanctification, or consecration, that is a great deal more;
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when we sanctifie a thing, or consecrate a thing, this thing that is so consecrated, it is so holy, that there must nothing at all of unholiness,
when we sanctify a thing, or consecrate a thing, this thing that is so consecrated, it is so holy, that there must nothing At all of unholiness,
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or of a civil or secular employment and concernment be done in it.
or of a civil or secular employment and concernment be done in it.
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Now we do not dedicate a thing, but there may be secular things in an ordinary and civil way done in them;
Now we do not dedicate a thing, but there may be secular things in an ordinary and civil Way done in them;
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and our services are not more acceptable for the place, nor the places less holy because of those civil employments.
and our services Are not more acceptable for the place, nor the places less holy Because of those civil employments.
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There is the first concession, that in the time of the Gospel there may be a designment and dedicating of places,
There is the First concession, that in the time of the Gospel there may be a designment and dedicating of places,
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and it is not onely lawfull but commendable.
and it is not only lawful but commendable.
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2. I grant, that in times of the Gospel, some places are to have Religious services performed in them, rather then in other places;
2. I grant, that in times of the Gospel, Some places Are to have Religious services performed in them, rather then in other places;
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I mean, places of natural conveniency and fitness for the meeting of people together, whereby they may be free from disturbance, from the violence of Enemies, and from tempestuous weather.
I mean, places of natural conveniency and fitness for the meeting of people together, whereby they may be free from disturbance, from the violence of Enemies, and from tempestuous weather.
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As publick meetings, whereby we have the society of Gods people, their examples to stir us up to zeal,
As public meetings, whereby we have the society of God's people, their Examples to stir us up to zeal,
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and their joynt help in Prayer and holy performances, to go along with us, that we may joyn our forces together and with a great force wrestle with God,
and their joint help in Prayer and holy performances, to go along with us, that we may join our forces together and with a great force wrestle with God,
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and overcome him which is invincible.
and overcome him which is invincible.
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And therefore, my Brethren, I desire you to bear me witness this day, that I plead for publick Ordinances,
And Therefore, my Brothers, I desire you to bear me witness this day, that I plead for public Ordinances,
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and for the purity of Gods Ordinances to be administred in publick places, rather then other places,
and for the purity of God's Ordinances to be administered in public places, rather then other places,
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so that I do here profess, that I do avowedly and openly declare my judgement to be for publick meetings in publick places,
so that I do Here profess, that I do avowedly and openly declare my judgement to be for public meetings in public places,
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and the purity of God's Ordinances, if they may be enjoyed without humane mixture, which may hurt and pollute them.
and the purity of God's Ordinances, if they may be enjoyed without humane mixture, which may hurt and pollute them.
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3. I grant, that in the time of holy service, we are not then to use secular employments at that time in those places,
3. I grant, that in the time of holy service, we Are not then to use secular employments At that time in those places,
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as eating, drinking, and talking, it being unsuitable to the work in hand, and howsoever they may be lawfull at another time,
as eating, drinking, and talking, it being unsuitable to the work in hand, and howsoever they may be lawful At Another time,
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yet unlawfull then, because against the Apostles command, Let all things be done in decency, and in order;
yet unlawful then, Because against the Apostles command, Let all things be done in decency, and in order;
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and that which is unsuitable to the commands of God, the taking his Name in vain.
and that which is unsuitable to the commands of God, the taking his Name in vain.
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My Brethren, I will go further with you, we are to abstain from all other Religious services, when not in season;
My Brothers, I will go further with you, we Are to abstain from all other Religious services, when not in season;
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and therefore when the Minister is in Preaching, we must not run into our places and kneel down,
and Therefore when the Minister is in Preaching, we must not run into our places and kneel down,
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as some people do, and fall a Praying.
as Some people do, and fallen a Praying.
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And I cannot but wonder, that they that do so much cry up Uniformity and Sanctity of places, that yet they should confute their judgement by their practice, that they should pray secretly when the whole Congregation is a praying vocally;
And I cannot but wonder, that they that do so much cry up Uniformity and Sanctity of places, that yet they should confute their judgement by their practice, that they should pray secretly when the Whole Congregation is a praying vocally;
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and it may be the Congregation is singing a Psalm, or the Minister Preaching, and then they go to their Prayers;
and it may be the Congregation is singing a Psalm, or the Minister Preaching, and then they go to their Prayers;
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I pray where is the Uniformity, Decency, and Order they so much stand for.
I pray where is the Uniformity, Decency, and Order they so much stand for.
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Lastly, I grant, that after the performances of holy duties, in places wherein we meet for the worship and service of God, it is our duty to abstain, not onely from filthy and indecent actions of a natural or moral filthiness, unseemly,
Lastly, I grant, that After the performances of holy duties, in places wherein we meet for the worship and service of God, it is our duty to abstain, not only from filthy and indecent actions of a natural or moral filthiness, unseemly,
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as looked upon by men against God's Law;
as looked upon by men against God's Law;
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but from all those civil, moral, lawfull actions, at other times, that may reflect any dishonour upon the work that hath been done,
but from all those civil, moral, lawful actions, At other times, that may reflect any dishonour upon the work that hath been done,
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or upon the work that shall be done, or that may render the place unmeet for religious services afterwards:
or upon the work that shall be done, or that may render the place unmeet for religious services afterwards:
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And this is that that one calls a Negative, or a Privative reverence, a reverence,
And this is that that one calls a Negative, or a Privative Reverence, a Reverence,
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or not doing something, not because the place is more holy, but for decency and order, considering the religious duties performed in that place.
or not doing something, not Because the place is more holy, but for decency and order, considering the religious duties performed in that place.
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So that things subservient to Religion call for a Negative reverence, and are not so to be used,
So that things subservient to Religion call for a Negative Reverence, and Are not so to be used,
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as that the Religious services which are there performed and transacted, should be made disgracefull and dishonourable;
as that the Religious services which Are there performed and transacted, should be made disgraceful and dishonourable;
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as the Bread of the Sacrament, after the Sacrament is done, is not lawfull to be cast unto unreasonable creatures,
as the Bred of the Sacrament, After the Sacrament is done, is not lawful to be cast unto unreasonable creatures,
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because it reflects dishonour upon the religious service which we were before doing;
Because it reflects dishonour upon the religious service which we were before doing;
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so, dirty water is not to be put into the Communion Cup, not that the Cup is holy,
so, dirty water is not to be put into the Communion Cup, not that the Cup is holy,
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but because it is a reflection of disgrace upon that holy service wherein that Cup is made use of;
but Because it is a reflection of disgrace upon that holy service wherein that Cup is made use of;
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and that Cup is not to be made use of to drunkenness.
and that Cup is not to be made use of to Drunkenness.
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But in all this bear me witness that I say, all this is but a civil reverence,
But in all this bear me witness that I say, all this is but a civil Reverence,
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and so due to any place where there is any honourable Convention, as in the Parliamenthouse, or presence-Chamber, or the like. Having yielded this.
and so due to any place where there is any honourable Convention, as in the Parliamenthouse, or presence-Chamber, or the like. Having yielded this.
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2. I must come now to deny what must not be granted; and I likewise deny four things.
2. I must come now to deny what must not be granted; and I likewise deny four things.
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1. It is not now in the times of the Gospel in any mans power to set apart a place for Religious duties,
1. It is not now in the times of the Gospel in any men power to Set apart a place for Religious duties,
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so as that it should be unlawful upon a due occasion to use it for civil imployments,
so as that it should be unlawful upon a due occasion to use it for civil employments,
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or that it should be alwaies unlawful to alienate to other uses, besides those uses that are Divine;
or that it should be always unlawful to alienate to other uses, beside those uses that Are Divine;
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the Bread and Wine sanctified by Gods own institution by the Minister, after the publick use and administration of them in the Ordinance, are not only holy but they may be eaten in a civil use and way as our ordinary and common food:
the Bred and Wine sanctified by God's own Institution by the Minister, After the public use and administration of them in the Ordinance, Are not only holy but they may be eaten in a civil use and Way as our ordinary and Common food:
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The Synagogues among the Jews were as holy as our Churches, they were for holy duties,
The Synagogues among the jews were as holy as our Churches, they were for holy duties,
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as Prayer, Preaching and the like, and dedicated to Gods Worship, and yet you must know there are civil imployments used in those places after the Religious Worship was done;
as Prayer, Preaching and the like, and dedicated to God's Worship, and yet you must know there Are civil employments used in those places After the Religious Worship was done;
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and therefore in Matth. 23. 34. saith our Saviour, some of them you shall scourge in your Synagogues.
and Therefore in Matthew 23. 34. Says our Saviour, Some of them you shall scourge in your Synagogues.
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Hence we use to keep Courts and Consistories in Churches amongst us, and some of them none of the best,
Hence we use to keep Courts and Consistories in Churches among us, and Some of them none of the best,
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and and we use here among us in this City constantly in our Churches, (and I doubt not but it is lawful) for an Alderman in his Ward to meet about secular business,
and and we use Here among us in this city constantly in our Churches, (and I doubt not but it is lawful) for an Alderman in his Ward to meet about secular business,
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as to choose Common-Council-men, or the like.
as to choose Common-council-men, or the like.
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But where there hath been a dedication of a place to Gods worship, it is only God that can make it so holy,
But where there hath been a dedication of a place to God's worship, it is only God that can make it so holy,
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as that it should be sinful to employ it to other uses, and if the Governours of the Church upon due occasion and reason shall substitute other places more fit then the former for Divine Worship,
as that it should be sinful to employ it to other uses, and if the Governors of the Church upon due occasion and reason shall substitute other places more fit then the former for Divine Worship,
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then the former places may return to their former proper uses; but it is not so in things consecrated by God:
then the former places may return to their former proper uses; but it is not so in things consecrated by God:
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If the Font, Table, or Pulpit wax old, they may be laid aside and looked upon as common things,
If the Font, Table, or Pulpit wax old, they may be laid aside and looked upon as Common things,
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and may be used for other imployments;
and may be used for other employments;
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and suppose the Surplisse be a lawful garment in Gods worship, (which yet I am perswaded none of you believe) doubtless it is not to be burned when it is old and past wearing,
and suppose the Surplice be a lawful garment in God's worship, (which yet I am persuaded none of you believe) doubtless it is not to be burned when it is old and past wearing,
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and the ashes put into a pot or some such like thing, and be buried under the Altar,
and the Ashes put into a pot or Some such like thing, and be buried under the Altar,
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but it may be used as other linnen may.
but it may be used as other linen may.
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And so the common Utensils, as the Cup and the like, when they are come to be old, they may be used to other imployments without fear of sin.
And so the Common Utensils, as the Cup and the like, when they Are come to be old, they may be used to other employments without Fear of since.
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And therefore it is an excellent speech of one, saith he, so to Consecrate moveable or immoveable goods,
And Therefore it is an excellent speech of one, Says he, so to Consecrate movable or immoveable goods,
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as that it should be a sin for the Church to use them in any secular imployments, it is an execrable and abominable Superstition:
as that it should be a since for the Church to use them in any secular employments, it is an execrable and abominable Superstition:
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God hath not consecrated any thing in the Gospel so, as that it is a sin to use it otherwise.
God hath not consecrated any thing in the Gospel so, as that it is a since to use it otherwise.
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It was a sin in them to make use of the Cups in the Temple in any secular way,
It was a since in them to make use of the Cups in the Temple in any secular Way,
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but it is not so for us: the reason is, because those things were set apart by Gods own Institution:
but it is not so for us: the reason is, Because those things were Set apart by God's own Institution:
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but there can be nothing so consecrated by men, as that it may not be made use of in secular things without sin.
but there can be nothing so consecrated by men, as that it may not be made use of in secular things without since.
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2. A second thing I deny is, That no place now in the time of the Gospel hath such an holiness either from the Institution or Use,
2. A second thing I deny is, That no place now in the time of the Gospel hath such an holiness either from the Institution or Use,
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as to sanctifie or make more acceptable or effectual the services therein performed: This is not in the time of the Gospel:
as to sanctify or make more acceptable or effectual the services therein performed: This is not in the time of the Gospel:
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God is present at places of Religious performances, not with respect unto the Place, but the performance by him instituted and injoyned;
God is present At places of Religious performances, not with respect unto the Place, but the performance by him instituted and enjoined;
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and therefore he doth not say, Where two or three are met together I will be in the midst of that place, but among them. God will be present in the place for the Duties sake, not among them for the Places sake,
and Therefore he does not say, Where two or three Are met together I will be in the midst of that place, but among them. God will be present in the place for the Duties sake, not among them for the Places sake,
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but the Duties sake in the place, to bless the Ordinance for his own Institutions sake ▪ Prayers and other Duties in the Ceremonial Law were regarded for the places sake,
but the Duties sake in the place, to bless the Ordinance for his own Institutions sake ▪ Prayers and other Duties in the Ceremonial Law were regarded for the places sake,
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but now we must abhor this piece of Iudaism! For a man to set a place apart by Consecration, that this place makes the duty any thing the more excellent or acceptable to God, this is to make the Traditions of men equal to the Institution of God.
but now we must abhor this piece of Judaism! For a man to Set a place apart by Consecration, that this place makes the duty any thing the more excellent or acceptable to God, this is to make the Traditions of men equal to the Institution of God.
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The Temple sanctified the duty, but not the Synagogue, and the Altar did sanctifie the gift,
The Temple sanctified the duty, but not the Synagogue, and the Altar did sanctify the gift,
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and the person, and service, because it was by Gods Institution, and so the Temple and Altar did add efficacy and worth to the work;
and the person, and service, Because it was by God's Institution, and so the Temple and Altar did add efficacy and worth to the work;
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but for men to consecrate the Church, it is to make the appointment of men equal with the Institution of God.
but for men to consecrate the Church, it is to make the appointment of men equal with the Institution of God.
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Our Churches and Meeting-places are not holy (if they be holy at all) without relation to the duties performed,
Our Churches and Meeting-places Are not holy (if they be holy At all) without Relation to the duties performed,
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but our duties are holy without relation to the Church or the place. None but God can consecrate a place to be an effectual means of worship:
but our duties Are holy without Relation to the Church or the place. None but God can consecrate a place to be an effectual means of worship:
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The Jews worshipped God by the Temple, but we worship God in the Church; as the place doth afford a natural conveniency for our meeting together;
The jews worshipped God by the Temple, but we worship God in the Church; as the place does afford a natural conveniency for our meeting together;
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the place then hath no influence at all upon our duties, and if any of you should think so, you erre exceedingly:
the place then hath no influence At all upon our duties, and if any of you should think so, you err exceedingly:
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It is but only a Physical Act of duty, or a natural Adjunct of duty, which is but at most helpful to the bodies conveniency.
It is but only a Physical Act of duty, or a natural Adjunct of duty, which is but At most helpful to the bodies conveniency.
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3. The third thing I deny is this, That there is no place so holy as to exclude another place from being as holy in a way of proper sanctity and holiness, which we have been now opening.
3. The third thing I deny is this, That there is no place so holy as to exclude Another place from being as holy in a Way of proper sanctity and holiness, which we have been now opening.
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God now makes not one place properly more holy then another; there is not now properly any religious difference of places.
God now makes not one place properly more holy then Another; there is not now properly any religious difference of places.
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We have not now the Precept of God to sanctifie and separate one place from another, to prefer one place before another;
We have not now the Precept of God to sanctify and separate one place from Another, to prefer one place before Another;
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we have not now the miraculous presence of God, his appearing as at the bush.
we have not now the miraculous presence of God, his appearing as At the bush.
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God hath not given us under the Gospel those Symbols of his standing presence and residency,
God hath not given us under the Gospel those Symbols of his standing presence and residency,
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as by the Ark, and Mercy-Seat, and Altar of old he gave unto his people. And as for his Ordinances,
as by the Ark, and Mercy-Seat, and Altar of old he gave unto his people. And as for his Ordinances,
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if they make a place holy in regard of performance of duty to God there,
if they make a place holy in regard of performance of duty to God there,
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and his spiritual presence in that place, then my Parlour, Chamber, or Closet are holy where I use to pray,
and his spiritual presence in that place, then my Parlour, Chamber, or Closet Are holy where I use to pray,
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and where God doth afford his assisting blessing and comforting presence:
and where God does afford his assisting blessing and comforting presence:
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So that if you make the spiritual presence of God to make a thing holy, in regard of Gods spiritual presence going along with those services,
So that if you make the spiritual presence of God to make a thing holy, in regard of God's spiritual presence going along with those services,
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then your Houses are holy, and the Field is holy where you walk when you meditate, and praying by the River side makes it holy;
then your Houses Are holy, and the Field is holy where you walk when you meditate, and praying by the River side makes it holy;
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Humane consecration makes no place truly holy.
Humane consecration makes no place truly holy.
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If the spiriturl presence of Christ makes one place more holy then another, then the Communion-Table and Font are more holy then another place in the Temple. And so when Gods presence hath been enjoyed at the Font, that is more holy then the Communion-Table, and so when the presence of God hath been enjoyed at the Communion-Table, that is more holy then the Font, and so you must bring in Iudaisme. If the presence of God makes a thing holy;
If the spiriturl presence of christ makes one place more holy then Another, then the Communion table and Font Are more holy then Another place in the Temple. And so when God's presence hath been enjoyed At the Font, that is more holy then the Communion table, and so when the presence of God hath been enjoyed At the Communion table, that is more holy then the Font, and so you must bring in Judaism. If the presence of God makes a thing holy;
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a new Communion-Table upon which the Sacrament was never administred ▪ cannot be so holy as the old Table. Nay, by this the mouths of the Communicants are holy, having eaten the Bread and drank the Wine which was dedicated to an holy use,a new Communion table upon which the Sacrament was never administered ▪ cannot be so holy as the old Table. Nay, by this the mouths of the Communicants Are holy, having eaten the Bred and drank the Wine which was dedicated to an holy use,
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and so it will be finful for you to eat any other food.
and so it will be sinful for you to eat any other food.
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I conclude all with this, That the difference and holinesse of religious places in the times of the Gospel, is not given but taken away by the Gospel. 1 Tim. 2. 8. I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands without wrath and doubting.
I conclude all with this, That the difference and holiness of religious places in the times of the Gospel, is not given but taken away by the Gospel. 1 Tim. 2. 8. I will Therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands without wrath and doubting.
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You may pray, and that with as much acceptableness to God in one place as in another. John 4. 21. Christ saith, The time comes when you shall neither in this Mounta• … n,
You may pray, and that with as much acceptableness to God in one place as in Another. John 4. 21. christ Says, The time comes when you shall neither in this Mounta• … n,
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nor yet at Ierusalem, worship the Father: nor yet At Ierusalem, worship the Father:
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That is, Gods worship and service shall not he confined and limited to those places, as if others were not as good and holy as they. 1 Cor. 1. 2. To them that are sanctified in Christ Iesus, called to be Saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Iesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours. One place for the calling upon Christ is as good as another, and therefore, Where two or three are gathered together, I will be in the midst of them.
That is, God's worship and service shall not he confined and limited to those places, as if Others were not as good and holy as they. 1 Cor. 1. 2. To them that Are sanctified in christ Iesus, called to be Saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Iesus christ our Lord, both theirs and ours. One place for the calling upon christ is as good as Another, and Therefore, Where two or three Are gathered together, I will be in the midst of them.
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And this is foretold in Zeph. 2. 11. and in Mal. 1. 11. So that this is the sum of all, Gods institution makes the Sabbath holy:
And this is foretold in Zephaniah 2. 11. and in Malachi 1. 11. So that this is the sum of all, God's Institution makes the Sabbath holy:
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And the Bread and the Wine set apart by Gods own Institution, after the duty, may be used in secular uses.
And the Bred and the Wine Set apart by God's own Institution, After the duty, may be used in secular uses.
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But lastly, to name no more, no place is so sanctified by God, as that after the ceasing of that presence of God, any holiness should belong unto it;
But lastly, to name no more, no place is so sanctified by God, as that After the ceasing of that presence of God, any holiness should belong unto it;
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as now, when the signs of Gods presence ceased and was gone, the holiness of that place was gone,
as now, when the Signs of God's presence ceased and was gone, the holiness of that place was gone,
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and then it was lawful for Moses to put on his shooes. And so when Gods presence ceased in the Ark, the Altar, and Mercy-seat, the places became no other then secular and civil.
and then it was lawful for Moses to put on his shoes. And so when God's presence ceased in the Ark, the Altar, and Mercy-seat, the places became no other then secular and civil.
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And now for us to go about (as the Papists do) a Pilgrimage to Ierusalem, as if that place had any more holiness then others, is a foolish and abominable thing:
And now for us to go about (as the Papists do) a Pilgrimage to Ierusalem, as if that place had any more holiness then Others, is a foolish and abominable thing:
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How many bloudy Battels have been fought, to the disgrace, as well as losse of Christianity,
How many bloody Battles have been fought, to the disgrace, as well as loss of Christianity,
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for the re-gaining of the Holy-land.
for the regaining of the Holy land.
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Nay let me add, those places where the presence of God hath been formerly, when it hath been taken away and those places have been used to Idolatry, they are the worse, and the more unholy;
Nay let me add, those places where the presence of God hath been formerly, when it hath been taken away and those places have been used to Idolatry, they Are the Worse, and the more unholy;
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for this is turning the House of God into vanity. The conclusion of all is this:
for this is turning the House of God into vanity. The conclusion of all is this:
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whatever places are in holy duties, out of them they loose and leave all their • … oliness,
whatever places Are in holy duties, out of them they lose and leave all their • … holiness,
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and therefore I say, it is boldness for us to go about to tye Gods presence to a place where God hath • … ever tyed it, I cannot but wonder how it is possible for 〈 ◊ 〉 of reason and learning to be so blind,
and Therefore I say, it is boldness for us to go about to tie God's presence to a place where God hath • … ever tied it, I cannot but wonder how it is possible for 〈 ◊ 〉 of reason and learning to be so blind,
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as to hold ▪ 〈 ◊ 〉 the Lords day (which was set apart by God for the Sabbath,
as to hold ▪ 〈 ◊ 〉 the lords day (which was Set apart by God for the Sabbath,
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as you may see in the fourth Commandment, and afterwards by Christ and his Apostles which doth amount to no lesse then an Institution) is not holy after the Service or Sermon is ended,
as you may see in the fourth Commandment, and afterwards by christ and his Apostles which does amount to no less then an Institution) is not holy After the Service or Sermon is ended,
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but then you may go to play at Foot-ball, and Cudgels, and Drinking, and what not,
but then you may go to play At Football, and Cudgels, and Drinking, and what not,
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and yet that they should say, that the place of performing religious duties in, is so holy after religious performances,
and yet that they should say, that the place of performing religious duties in, is so holy After religious performances,
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as that you cannot come into it without bowing the knee, and putting off the hat,
as that you cannot come into it without bowing the knee, and putting off the hat,
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and bowing to the Altar and Communion-Table, and the like;
and bowing to the Altar and Communion table, and the like;
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this I cannot apprehend how it should be, and I wish any of you that are of this mind would in private give me your reasons for it, why it should be so.
this I cannot apprehend how it should be, and I wish any of you that Are of this mind would in private give me your Reasons for it, why it should be so.
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Now having explained the point, and given you a resolution of the question, in these prrticulars, give me leave to wind up all wich some Uses.
Now having explained the point, and given you a resolution of the question, in these prrticulars, give me leave to wind up all which Some Uses.
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First, We infer the great difference that is between sanctity of places under the Old Testament,
First, We infer the great difference that is between sanctity of places under the Old Testament,
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and sanctity and holiness of places under the New Testament:
and sanctity and holiness of places under the New Testament:
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they under the Old Testament had the immediate presence of God, the standing Symbols and visible signs of his presence, so long as these lasted:
they under the Old Testament had the immediate presence of God, the standing Symbols and visible Signs of his presence, so long as these lasted:
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which was set apart by Gods special Commandment, and so they were holy, though they were not employed in a way of worship,
which was Set apart by God's special Commandment, and so they were holy, though they were not employed in a Way of worship,
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but you cannot say so now, our places for performance of holy duties have no such holiness, places now differ from places then.
but you cannot say so now, our places for performance of holy duties have no such holiness, places now differ from places then.
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Secondly, By way of inference, I note the great goodness of God to give us such a sweet and gracious indulgent dispensation in the time of the Gospel under the New Testament,
Secondly, By Way of Inference, I note the great Goodness of God to give us such a sweet and gracious indulgent Dispensation in the time of the Gospel under the New Testament,
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as that he doth not tye us to Ceremonies or places, he doth not bind us as he did the Jews, to go three times in the year to the furthermost part of the Nation to worship:
as that he does not tie us to Ceremonies or places, he does not bind us as he did the jews, to go three times in the year to the furthermost part of the nation to worship:
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No my Brethren, no Land, 〈 ◊ 〉 ground is now unholy, as famous old Dr. Raynolds said, every place is now a Iudea, no Coast but is a Iudea, every house is a Ierusalem, every Congregation is now a Zion: see here the goodness of God in indulging of us so far as to take any service done by us in a solemn and real manner,
No my Brothers, no Land, 〈 ◊ 〉 ground is now unholy, as famous old Dr. Reynolds said, every place is now a Iudea, no Coast but is a Iudea, every house is a Ierusalem, every Congregation is now a Zion: see Here the Goodness of God in indulging of us so Far as to take any service done by us in a solemn and real manner,
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as if it had been done in those places which were formerly appointed for it to be done in.
as if it had been done in those places which were formerly appointed for it to be done in.
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Thirdly, I infer hence, there are several persons to be reproved.
Thirdly, I infer hence, there Are several Persons to be reproved.
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1 We find hereby that all the holiness of reliques of Saints doth fall to the ground:
1 We find hereby that all the holiness of Relics of Saints does fallen to the ground:
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and we see the folly of those that make Pilgrimages unto Saints and Reliques as the Papists do:
and we see the folly of those that make Pilgrimages unto Saints and Relics as the Papists doe:
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there was a time (say they) when such a Saints reliques were laid up in such a place,
there was a time (say they) when such a Saints Relics were laid up in such a place,
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and these are more holy then other places: so that this you see falls to the ground in it self:
and these Are more holy then other places: so that this you see falls to the ground in it self:
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I might tell you concerning their lying about their Reliques, as one aid, that there were as many Reliques as would fill an hundred Carts:
I might tell you Concerning their lying about their Relics, as one aid, that there were as many Relics as would fill an hundred Carts:
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but supposing so, all that would not make the place the more holy.
but supposing so, all that would not make the place the more holy.
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2. Hence the Superstition of those is to be reproved, which put holiness in places of burial ▪ and make it more holy to be buried in one place then in another:
2. Hence the Superstition of those is to be reproved, which put holiness in places of burial ▪ and make it more holy to be buried in one place then in Another:
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it is more holy (say they) to be buried in the Church then in the Church-yard,
it is more holy (say they) to be buried in the Church then in the Churchyard,
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and more holy under the Communion-Table then any other part of the Church.
and more holy under the Communion table then any other part of the Church.
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3. This reproves them which cannot pray any where but in the Temple, and they that use private prayer in Churches:
3. This reproves them which cannot pray any where but in the Temple, and they that use private prayer in Churches:
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If you have houses and rooms at home, what is the reason that if Pauls ▪ or any other Church, stand open, you must run in thither,
If you have houses and rooms At home, what is the reason that if Paul's ▪ or any other Church, stand open, you must run in thither,
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and drop down behind a Pillar to say your Prayers?
and drop down behind a Pillar to say your Prayers?
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4. This reproves them that have reverence towards any place more then another, as if they did deserve more holinesse in one part then in another, as bowing to the Altar or Communion Table, or the like.
4. This reproves them that have Reverence towards any place more then Another, as if they did deserve more holiness in one part then in Another, as bowing to the Altar or Communion Table, or the like.
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5. It reproves those that have reverence for scituation of these places, they must stand East and West,
5. It reproves those that have Reverence for situation of these places, they must stand East and West,
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and why not North and South? all these things fall off like fig leaves;
and why not North and South? all these things fallen off like fig leaves;
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if what I have said be true, that there is no holiness in places, and this I have made known to you not only as my judgement, but as my duty.
if what I have said be true, that there is no holiness in places, and this I have made known to you not only as my judgement, but as my duty.
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Now for Exhortation, I shall desire you to take notice of four things, and I have done,
Now for Exhortation, I shall desire you to take notice of four things, and I have done,
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and shall leave you to God, and commit you to the word of his grace.
and shall leave you to God, and commit you to the word of his grace.
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If this be so, that there is no holiness in places, then first of all be the more encouraged to serve God in your families, in those places where God hath set you, where God is as well pleased with your service as in publick places ▪ serve God upon your knees with devotion, humility and reverence.
If this be so, that there is no holiness in places, then First of all be the more encouraged to serve God in your families, in those places where God hath Set you, where God is as well pleased with your service as in public places ▪ serve God upon your knees with devotion, humility and Reverence.
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And therefore, though I am against Superstition, and Popish practises, and those wicked cursed traps of Innovations, that the men of the world have disturbed the Church of God with:
And Therefore, though I am against Superstition, and Popish practises, and those wicked cursed traps of Innovations, that the men of the world have disturbed the Church of God with:
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yet I am against putting on your hats in Prayer, and sitting in Prayer.
yet I am against putting on your hats in Prayer, and sitting in Prayer.
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Those that are for holiness of places, do not, with Abraham, in every place they come build God an Altar.
Those that Are for holiness of places, do not, with Abraham, in every place they come built God an Altar.
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But let us in every closet and room build God an Altar;
But let us in every closet and room built God an Altar;
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let no morning nor evening go without a prayer in thy family, pray often, and pray continually, let your houses be as so many Churches,
let no morning nor evening go without a prayer in thy family, pray often, and pray continually, let your houses be as so many Churches,
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as you read in Rom. 16. 5. Likewise greet the Church that is in their house:
as you read in Rom. 16. 5. Likewise greet the Church that is in their house:
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and in the second verse of Philemon 's Epistle, To the Church that is in thy house;
and in the second verse of Philemon is Epistle, To the Church that is in thy house;
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there the houses of the Saints are called Churches. This will bring a blessing upon your families:
there the houses of the Saints Are called Churches. This will bring a blessing upon your families:
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And if you be not willing to have that curse denounced against you, (in Ier. 10. 25. Pour out thy fury upon the Heathen that know thee not,
And if you be not willing to have that curse denounced against you, (in Jeremiah 10. 25. Pour out thy fury upon the Heathen that know thee not,
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and upon the families that call not upon thy name ) then neglect not family prayers;and upon the families that call not upon thy name) then neglect not family Prayers;
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be much in prayer, and pray with frequency and encouragement, because God binds you to no place.
be much in prayer, and pray with frequency and encouragement, Because God binds you to no place.
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The second Exhortation is this, Labour to promote personal holiness, as well as family devotion: I am against local holiness:
The second Exhortation is this, Labour to promote personal holiness, as well as family devotion: I am against local holiness:
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As one said (that I heard once when I was a youth) Happy are those garments that can carry away any of the dust of the Temple;
As one said (that I herd once when I was a youth) Happy Are those garments that can carry away any of the dust of the Temple;
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but they think not that many of their garments are unclean in wallowing in the mire of sin.
but they think not that many of their garments Are unclean in wallowing in the mire of since.
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But I say, do you labour to promote holiness in your lives, in your hearts and conversations:
But I say, do you labour to promote holiness in your lives, in your hearts and conversations:
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The holy Ghost saith, Unless you be pure in heart, you shall not see God.
The holy Ghost Says, Unless you be pure in heart, you shall not see God.
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And therefore put away sin, for if you regard iniquity, God will not hear your prayers:
And Therefore put away since, for if you regard iniquity, God will not hear your Prayers:
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It is not your ducking, or bowing, or cringing, never so much or your going with your hat off through the Church, that will make God hear your prayers;
It is not your ducking, or bowing, or cringing, never so much or your going with your hat off through the Church, that will make God hear your Prayers;
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these will but dishonour you, because you live not accordingly.
these will but dishonour you, Because you live not accordingly.
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5. Love the holiness of the living members, be not so much in love with the holiness of wood and timber, bricks and stones;
5. Love the holiness of the living members, be not so much in love with the holiness of wood and timber, bricks and stones;
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but wheresoever you see the Image of Christ, be in love with that soul;
but wheresoever you see the Image of christ, be in love with that soul;
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whereever the presence of God shines, and whereever thou seest one that gives up himself to God in holy duties, do thou say, Oh! my soul, delight to come into the company of these men.
wherever the presence of God shines, and wherever thou See one that gives up himself to God in holy duties, do thou say, Oh! my soul, delight to come into the company of these men.
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The righteous is more excellent then his neighbour. The righteous is more excellent then his neighbour.
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If there be a heaven upon earth, I tell you it is in the company of godly men.
If there be a heaven upon earth, I tell you it is in the company of godly men.
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I remember a famous man hath this expression, saith he, When I was in the company of the Saints and people of God, I was as a living coal;
I Remember a famous man hath this expression, Says he, When I was in the company of the Saints and people of God, I was as a living coal;
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but when I was separated from them, and was among the wicked, swearers and drunkards, me-thoughts there was a spiritual coldness and frozenness went over my soul.
but when I was separated from them, and was among the wicked, swearers and drunkards, methoughts there was a spiritual coldness and frozenness went over my soul.
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Though the people of God are best companie in heaven, yet they are very good companie here on earth:
Though the people of God Are best company in heaven, yet they Are very good company Here on earth:
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And Christians should stir up one another, and be provoking one another to love and good works;
And Christians should stir up one Another, and be provoking one Another to love and good works;
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and where ever you have grace, be sure to impart it.
and where ever you have grace, be sure to impart it.
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Endeavour to love the holiness of Saints, and be willing to impart your experiences to others, for this is your duty.
Endeavour to love the holiness of Saints, and be willing to impart your experiences to Others, for this is your duty.
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Do not make a Monopoly of holiness, but carry company with you to Heaven.
Do not make a Monopoly of holiness, but carry company with you to Heaven.
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Lastly, to name no more, labour to preserve the holiness of Gods true Institutions, those things which are of a divine consecration.
Lastly, to name no more, labour to preserve the holiness of God's true Institutions, those things which Are of a divine consecration.
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What is humane consecration without divine institution? The Sabbath day is of divine institution, labour to keep it holy;
What is humane consecration without divine Institution? The Sabbath day is of divine Institution, labour to keep it holy;
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this is a holy-day indeed, and this labour to keep your families from profaning of;
this is a holiday indeed, and this labour to keep your families from profaning of;
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but for other holy dayes and holy things, they are much alike for holiness: The Lords day is a holy day indeed,
but for other holy days and holy things, they Are much alike for holiness: The lords day is a holy day indeed,
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and for shame do not let your children gad abroad on this day.
and for shame do not let your children gad abroad on this day.
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Truly, I do verily believe, that though here be a great company of people in the Congregation,
Truly, I do verily believe, that though Here be a great company of people in the Congregation,
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yet they are but a handful in comparison of what are drinking in Ale-houses, and whoring,
yet they Are but a handful in comparison of what Are drinking in Alehouses, and whoring,
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and walking in the field, that one can hardly get home to their house for the crowd of people that are going thither.
and walking in the field, that one can hardly get home to their house for the crowd of people that Are going thither.
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For shame let not this be told in Gath, nor published in Askelon. What! shall we stand up for the holiness of places, and yet oppose the holiness of the Lords day, which God hath enjoyned and instituted? Oh! that the Magistrates of London; O• …!
For shame let not this be told in Gaza, nor published in Ashkelon. What! shall we stand up for the holiness of places, and yet oppose the holiness of the lords day, which God hath enjoined and instituted? Oh! that the Magistrates of London; O• …!
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that Englands King; Oh! that Englands Parliament would do something for the reformation of this to oppose wickedness and prophanesse, which will otherwise bring upon us the judgement of Sodom and Gomorrah, and make us guilty and worthy of a thousand punishments.
that Englands King; Oh! that Englands Parliament would do something for the Reformation of this to oppose wickedness and profaneness, which will otherwise bring upon us the judgement of Sodom and Gomorrah, and make us guilty and worthy of a thousand punishments.
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And labour by prayer in your families to overcome that flood of prophanesse, which you cannot by your strength prevent.
And labour by prayer in your families to overcome that flood of profaneness, which you cannot by your strength prevent.
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And then for the Sacraments of Christ, Baptisme and the Lords S• … pper, these are Ordinances of Gods appointment, they are holy,
And then for the Sacraments of christ, Baptism and the lords S• … pper, these Are Ordinances of God's appointment, they Are holy,
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and therefore should not be given to those that are unholy;
and Therefore should not be given to those that Are unholy;
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and yet those who are so much for the holinesse of places, do not care who come to the Sacrament,
and yet those who Are so much for the holiness of places, do not care who come to the Sacrament,
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if they have but a nose on their face, they shall come and partake of the Ordinances, let them be what they will;
if they have but a nose on their face, they shall come and partake of the Ordinances, let them be what they will;
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this is to prefer mans institution before Gods institution.
this is to prefer men Institution before God's Institution.
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And then for the Lords Message and Word, that is a holy thing, and therefore love his Messengers:
And then for the lords Message and Word, that is a holy thing, and Therefore love his Messengers:
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the Messengers of God ▪ delivering his Message with fear and reverence, you are to hear them with the same fear and reverence,
the Messengers of God ▪ delivering his Message with Fear and Reverence, you Are to hear them with the same Fear and Reverence,
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and resolution to be holy, as if Christ were present.
and resolution to be holy, as if christ were present.
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And for the Word of God, it is not enough for you to have a choice Sentence written upon the walls of your Churches,
And for the Word of God, it is not enough for you to have a choice Sentence written upon the walls of your Churches,
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but let Gods Law be written in your hearts and consciences, and practised in your lives, that all the world may see you live as men dedicated to the true God, in all the duties of his wayes and obedience.
but let God's Law be written in your hearts and Consciences, and practised in your lives, that all the world may see you live as men dedicated to the true God, in all the duties of his ways and Obedience.
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Many of these things might have been inlarged.
Many of these things might have been enlarged.
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What I have given you with the right hand, I pray you, Christians, do not take with the left, for if you do;
What I have given you with the right hand, I pray you, Christians, do not take with the left, for if you do;
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you will make your selves guilty of a double sin. First, Because you do not obey the truth you hear.
you will make your selves guilty of a double since. First, Because you do not obey the truth you hear.
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And secondly, For putting a wrong construction upon it.
And secondly, For putting a wrong construction upon it.
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But I have better hopes of you, my Beloved Hearers, and hope that the Lord will be better unto your souls then his Ministers, Word, or any thing else can be.
But I have better hope's of you, my beloved Hearers, and hope that the Lord will be better unto your Souls then his Ministers, Word, or any thing Else can be.
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God blesse you and his Ordinances, and discover his mind and will at this time to you.
God bless you and his Ordinances, and discover his mind and will At this time to you.
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Dr. Manton 's Farewell Sermon.
Dr. Manton is Farewell Sermon.
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Heb. 12. 1. Therefore seeing we are compassed about with so great a Cloud of Witnesses, let us lay aside every weight,
Hebrew 12. 1. Therefore seeing we Are compassed about with so great a Cloud of Witnesses, let us lay aside every weight,
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and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the Race that is set before us.
and the since which does so Easily beset us, and let us run with patience the Raze that is Set before us.
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IN the former Chapter you have a Spiritual Chronicle, or a Catalogue of the Lord's Worthies,
IN the former Chapter you have a Spiritual Chronicle, or a Catalogue of the Lord's Worthies,
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and all the emi• … ent effects of their Faith, and now the Apostle comes to make use of this History that he had produced through • … o many successions of Ages, of all the holy men of God • … at excelled in Faith:
and all the emi• … ent effects of their Faith, and now the Apostle comes to make use of this History that he had produced through • … oh many successions of Ages, of all the holy men of God • … At excelled in Faith:
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Wherefore seeing we are compassed about with so great a Cloud of Witnesses, &c. Wherefore seeing we Are compassed about with so great a Cloud of Witnesses, etc.
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The Text is wholly Hortatory. In it observe: 1. The premisses or principle the Apostle worketh upon, seeing we are compassed, &c. 2. The practical Inferences which are deduced from • … ence,
The Text is wholly Hortatory. In it observe: 1. The premises or principle the Apostle works upon, seeing we Are compassed, etc. 2. The practical Inferences which Are deduced from • … ence,
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and they are two. 1. One concerning the privative part of our duty, • … et us lay aside every weight, &c. There is something external and without,
and they Are two. 1. One Concerning the privative part of our duty, • … et us lay aside every weight, etc. There is something external and without,
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like to clog us in our way to Heaven - • … very weight; and something within that will hinder and • … ouble us within;
like to clog us in our Way to Heaven - • … very weight; and something within that will hinder and • … ouble us within;
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therefore he saith, and the sin which • … h so easily beset us.
Therefore he Says, and the since which • … h so Easily beset us.
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2. Here is the positive part, Let us run with patience 〈 ◊ 〉 Race that is set before us.
2. Here is the positive part, Let us run with patience 〈 ◊ 〉 Raze that is Set before us.
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There's motion [ Run ] the manner [ with patience ] the stage or way [ the Race that is set before us. ]
There's motion [ Run ] the manner [ with patience ] the stage or Way [ the Raze that is Set before us. ]
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My purpose is to give you some brief thoughts upon this usefull and practical inference of the Apostle, from the Histories of the faithfull before recorded.
My purpose is to give you Some brief thoughts upon this useful and practical Inference of the Apostle, from the Histories of the faithful before recorded.
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Therefore I will sum up the whole Text in this point.
Therefore I will sum up the Whole Text in this point.
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Doct. The people of God that have such a multitude of examples of holy men and women set before them, should prepare themselves to run the spiritual race with more patience and chearfulness.
Doct. The people of God that have such a multitude of Examples of holy men and women Set before them, should prepare themselves to run the spiritual raze with more patience and cheerfulness.
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There are two things in this Doctrine;
There Are two things in this Doctrine;
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the Encouragement and the Duty. I shall open both with respect to the circumstances of the Text.
the Encouragement and the Duty. I shall open both with respect to the Circumstances of the Text.
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First, the Encouragement, A multitude of examples, or as in the Text, Seeing we are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses:
First, the Encouragement, A multitude of Examples, or as in the Text, Seeing we Are compassed about with so great a cloud of Witnesses:
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Mark, here are witnesses, a great cloud of witnesses, and these compassing us round about.
Mark, Here Are Witnesses, a great cloud of Witnesses, and these compassing us round about.
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First, here are witnesses; by that term we are to understand those worthy Saints mentioned and reckoned up in the former Chapter, Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Moses, &c. all the Saints of God that have had experience of the goodness of his providence to them,
First, Here Are Witnesses; by that term we Are to understand those worthy Saints mentioned and reckoned up in the former Chapter, Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Moses, etc. all the Saints of God that have had experience of the Goodness of his providence to them,
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and the fulfilling of his promises;
and the fulfilling of his promises;
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they are all called Witnesses; Why? because they depose a Testimony for God, and speak to future generations to be constant,
they Are all called Witnesses; Why? Because they depose a Testimony for God, and speak to future generations to be constant,
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as they did, that they might receive the like reward. This witness was partly in their faith, and partly in the fruit of their faith.
as they did, that they might receive the like reward. This witness was partly in their faith, and partly in the fruit of their faith.
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1. They witnessed by their Faith ( Iohn 3. 33.) He that hath received his testimony, hath set to his seal that God is true.
1. They witnessed by their Faith (John 3. 33.) He that hath received his testimony, hath Set to his seal that God is true.
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A man that hath soundly digested the promises, that expresses his faith by chearfulness and patience under all difficulties, troubles, delaies,
A man that hath soundly digested the promises, that Expresses his faith by cheerfulness and patience under all difficulties, Troubles, delays,
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and those sundry trials that he meets with, he gives it under hand and seal, proclaims it to the world that he hath to do with the true God. And,
and those sundry trials that he meets with, he gives it under hand and seal, proclaims it to the world that he hath to do with the true God. And,
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2. They witnessed in the fruits of their faith, as they give us an instance of Gods fidelity towards them that faithfully adhere to,
2. They witnessed in the fruits of their faith, as they give us an instance of God's Fidis towards them that faithfully adhere to,
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and firmly believe in his prom• …, so it is said (Heb. 6. 12.) Be not sloathfull, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promise:
and firmly believe in his prom• …, so it is said (Hebrew 6. 12.) Be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promise:
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Let faith but set patience a work, do but hold out a little while with God,
Let faith but Set patience a work, do but hold out a little while with God,
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and you may learn by the example of all those holy men we shall inherit the promises;
and you may Learn by the Exampl of all those holy men we shall inherit the promises;
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they shall be made good to a tittle, and not one thing fail of all that the Lord hath spoken;
they shall be made good to a tittle, and not one thing fail of all that the Lord hath spoken;
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as these holy men were exercised and tossed to and fro, but it succeeded well with them at the last.
as these holy men were exercised and tossed to and from, but it succeeded well with them At the last.
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Oh! then let us hearken to the deposition of these worthy witnesses that are recorded in the Scripture,
Oh! then let us harken to the deposition of these worthy Witnesses that Are recorded in the Scripture,
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and with such an invincible resolution as theirs was, let us hold on our course towards true happiness:
and with such an invincible resolution as theirs was, let us hold on our course towards true happiness:
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If we do not, they that are now propounded as witnesses to us, will at the day of judgement be produced as witnesses against us.
If we do not, they that Are now propounded as Witnesses to us, will At the day of judgement be produced as Witnesses against us.
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And pray also let us remember that we are to continue and keep afoot that Testimony to succeeding generations;
And pray also let us Remember that we Are to continue and keep afoot that Testimony to succeeding generations;
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for not onely the Prophets and holy men of God, were witnesses, but all Gods people also are his witnesses; ( Isa. 43. 10.) by their faith, patience, diligence, constancy,
for not only the prophets and holy men of God, were Witnesses, but all God's people also Are his Witnesses; (Isaiah 43. 10.) by their faith, patience, diligence, constancy,
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and a chearfulness under afflictions, they are to give it under hand and seal to the world, that God is a true and faithfull God.
and a cheerfulness under afflictions, they Are to give it under hand and seal to the world, that God is a true and faithful God.
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But now, if we either by our sinfull walking, or by our drooping discouragements, discredit Christ and his profession,
But now, if we either by our sinful walking, or by our drooping discouragements, discredit christ and his profession,
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then we are witnesses against him; we deny that Religion which we would seem to profess;
then we Are Witnesses against him; we deny that Religion which we would seem to profess;
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and cry up ( Tit. 1. 16.) They profess they know God, but in works they deny him:
and cry up (Tit. 1. 16.) They profess they know God, but in works they deny him:
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and the more dangerous, because deeds are more deliberate then words, and so a greater evidence of what we think in our hearts.
and the more dangerous, Because Deeds Are more deliberate then words, and so a greater evidence of what we think in our hearts.
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If we by drooping discouragements and sinfull walking discredit Religion, we deny it, and do in effect put the lie upon Christ.
If we by drooping discouragements and sinful walking discredit Religion, we deny it, and do in Effect put the lie upon christ.
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Therefore let us remember they were witnesses, and so must we.
Therefore let us Remember they were Witnesses, and so must we.
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2 By a figurative speech they are called a cloud, [ hav• … a cloud of witnesses ] why so? I might trouble you with many conceits Interpreters have had of this word cloud; say some,
2 By a figurative speech they Are called a cloud, [ hav• … a cloud of Witnesses ] why so? I might trouble you with many conceits Interpreters have had of this word cloud; say Some,
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because of the raisedness of their spirits, because clouds fly aloft:
Because of the raisedness of their spirits, Because Clouds fly aloft:
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Clouds for the fruitfulness of their doctrine, as clouds send down fruitfull showers upon the earth;Clouds for the fruitfulness of their Doctrine, as Clouds send down fruitful showers upon the earth;
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and clouds, because they cool and cover us from the heat: so some would gloss for our comfort:
and Clouds, Because they cool and cover us from the heat: so Some would gloss for our Comfort:
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others with more judgement say, a cloud with allusion to the pillar of cloud which conducted the Israelites to Canaan; yet neither doth this come up fully to the scope of the Apostle;
Others with more judgement say, a cloud with allusion to the pillar of cloud which conducted the Israelites to Canaan; yet neither does this come up Fully to the scope of the Apostle;
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for the Apostle speaks not of a cloud that goes before us, but of a cloud that compasses us round about, and therefore a cloudy; the reason why 'tis called so, is the number and multitude of those witnesses,
for the Apostle speaks not of a cloud that Goes before us, but of a cloud that compasses us round about, and Therefore a cloudy; the reason why it's called so, is the number and multitude of those Witnesses,
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as a cloud is made up of a multitude of vapors gathered together, and condensed into one body;
as a cloud is made up of a multitude of vapours gathered together, and condensed into one body;
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and so the expression is often used, ( Ezek. 38. 9.) thou shalt be like a cloud to cover the land, &c. noting the increase of the people when God would restore them, the multitude of converts:
and so the expression is often used, (Ezekiel 38. 9.) thou shalt be like a cloud to cover the land, etc. noting the increase of the people when God would restore them, the multitude of converts:
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and so in profane Authors, Livie hath such an expression, an army of men is called a cloud;
and so in profane Authors, Livy hath such an expression, an army of men is called a cloud;
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but this is enough to shew the intent of this expression, that there are a multitude, a very great number:
but this is enough to show the intent of this expression, that there Are a multitude, a very great number:
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though the godly comparatively, and with respect to the wicked are a few, yet considered in themselves they are a great number;
though the godly comparatively, and with respect to the wicked Are a few, yet considered in themselves they Are a great number;
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for if the Martyrs, and those glorious instances of heroick faith, and that under the Old Testament,
for if the Martyrs, and those glorious instances of heroic faith, and that under the Old Testament,
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when God's interest was more confin'd to one people, if there were such a Church then, of so great a number;
when God's Interest was more confined to one people, if there were such a Church then, of so great a number;
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what will the whole Church of the Old and New Testament be when we shall meet together in Heaven? We are often discouraged with the paucity of Professors,
what will the Whole Church of the Old and New Testament be when we shall meet together in Heaven? We Are often discouraged with the paucity of Professors,
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and are apt to think our selves to be left alone, 1 Kin. 19. 10. But let us remember there is a Cloud of Witnesses; we are not solitary now,
and Are apt to think our selves to be left alone, 1 Kin. 19. 10. But let us Remember there is a Cloud of Witnesses; we Are not solitary now,
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and certainly we shall not want company when we come to Heaven, To the innumerable company of, &c. Again, it meets with an ordinary and strong temptation which Satan suggests to the hearts of the godly, that they are singular, and matchless in their afflictions, that none of the people of God have ever undergone such difficulties as they are expos'd unto;
and Certainly we shall not want company when we come to Heaven, To the innumerable company of, etc. Again, it meets with an ordinary and strong temptation which Satan suggests to the hearts of the godly, that they Are singular, and matchless in their afflictions, that none of the people of God have ever undergone such difficulties as they Are exposed unto;
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and this makes them question their Father's affections, and put themselves out of the number of his children.
and this makes them question their Father's affections, and put themselves out of the number of his children.
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I but all these things are accomplished in the Saints of God before you;
I but all these things Are accomplished in the Saints of God before you;
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here is a Cloud of Witnesses that have been exercised and tried to purpose, (1 Pet. 5. 9.) They are troubled with a busie Devil, a naughty World, a corrupt heart, all have had their trial from God's correcting hand;
Here is a Cloud of Witnesses that have been exercised and tried to purpose, (1 Pet. 5. 9.) They Are troubled with a busy devil, a naughty World, a corrupt heart, all have had their trial from God's correcting hand;
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The same afflictions are accomplished in your Brethren that are in the world. The same afflictions Are accomplished in your Brothers that Are in the world.
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So that we have many fellows; our lot is no harder then the Saints of God that have gone before us,
So that we have many Fellows; our lot is no harder then the Saints of God that have gone before us,
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for there is a Cloud of Witnesses. 3. Observe the Apostle calls it a Cloud; compasses us round about;
for there is a Cloud of Witnesses. 3. Observe the Apostle calls it a Cloud; compasses us round about;
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i. e. We have instances for every trial, Temptation, duty that we are put upon:i. e. We have instances for every trial, Temptation, duty that we Are put upon:
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Here we have examples of those that have fulfilled the Commands of Christ on this side with an undaunted courage;Here we have Examples of those that have fulfilled the Commands of christ on this side with an undaunted courage;
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and the examples of those that have borne the Cross of Christ with an invincible patience:
and the Examples of those that have born the Cross of christ with an invincible patience:
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Here we have examples of those that have conquered right-hand Temptations, that have despised the delights of the World,
Here we have Examples of those that have conquered right-hand Temptations, that have despised the delights of the World,
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and there of those that have conquered left-hand Temptations, that have not been broken and affrighted with the terrors of the World, all the Saints of God have trodden that way, the same paths wherein we are to walk after them;
and there of those that have conquered Left hand Temptations, that have not been broken and affrighted with the terrors of the World, all the Saints of God have trodden that Way, the same paths wherein we Are to walk After them;
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we cannot look this way or that way, but we have instances of Faith, confidence in God,
we cannot look this Way or that Way, but we have instances of Faith, confidence in God,
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and patience, We are compassed about, &c. In short, here lies the encouragement that Christians should propound to themselves.
and patience, We Are compassed about, etc. In short, Here lies the encouragement that Christians should propound to themselves.
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1. That there are examples; Christians of later times have more to answer for their Infidelity, than those of former ages;
1. That there Are Examples; Christians of later times have more to answer for their Infidelity, than those of former ages;
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they that first believed the promises, believed without such a cloud of witnesses, or multitude of examples;
they that First believed the promises, believed without such a cloud of Witnesses, or multitude of Examples;
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many have gone before us that have broken the Ice, and that found good success from their own experience;
many have gone before us that have broken the Ice, and that found good success from their own experience;
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they have commended God to us as a true and faithfull God, and will not you go on? When Ionathan and his Armour bearer climbed up the rocks of the Philistins, then the people were encouraged to go up after;
they have commended God to us as a true and faithful God, and will not you go on? When Ionathan and his Armour bearer climbed up the Rocks of the philistines, then the people were encouraged to go up After;
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So here are some that are gone before you, and it hath succeeded well with them.
So Here Are Some that Are gone before you, and it hath succeeded well with them.
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2. These examples are many; not one or two that might be supposed to be singularly assisted,
2. These Examples Are many; not one or two that might be supposed to be singularly assisted,
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and to have eminent Prerogatives above the rest of their Brethren, but many in every age, a whole cloud of them.
and to have eminent Prerogatives above the rest of their Brothers, but many in every age, a Whole cloud of them.
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3. There are examples of many rare and excellent men, the best that ever lived under Heaven.
3. There Are Examples of many rare and excellent men, the best that ever lived under Heaven.
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Take (my Brethren) the Prophets for an example, &c. Jam. 5. 10. 4. They are propounded to us, not for their words only, and for their profession,Take (my Brothers) the prophets for an Exampl, etc. Jam. 5. 10. 4. They Are propounded to us, not for their words only, and for their profession,
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but for their deeds, for their bitter sufferings;
but for their Deeds, for their bitter sufferings;
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and they abundantly manifest to us, that there is nothing impossible in our duty, or any thing so difficult but may be overcome through Christ's strength enabling us:
and they abundantly manifest to us, that there is nothing impossible in our duty, or any thing so difficult but may be overcome through Christ's strength enabling us:
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They all had the same nature we have;
They all had the same nature we have;
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they were of the like passions with us, flesh and blood as we are, of the same relations and concernments;
they were of the like passion with us, Flesh and blood as we Are, of the same relations and concernments;
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and then on the other side, we have the same Cause with them, the same recompence of reward to encourage us, the same God and Saviour to recompence us, he suffered for us as well as for them; therefore we should follow in their steps,
and then on the other side, we have the same Cause with them, the same recompense of reward to encourage us, the same God and Saviour to recompense us, he suffered for us as well as for them; Therefore we should follow in their steps,
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and hold fast our confidence to the end, for they have shewed us, that poverty, reproaches, death it self,
and hold fast our confidence to the end, for they have showed us, that poverty, Reproaches, death it self,
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and all those things that would look harsh, and with a ghastly aspect upon the eyes of the World, are no such evils but that a Believer may rejoyce in them, and triumph over them.
and all those things that would look harsh, and with a ghastly aspect upon the eyes of the World, Are no such evils but that a Believer may rejoice in them, and triumph over them.
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I say, they have shew'd the blandishments of the World have not such a charm, but they may be renounced without any loss of considerable joy and contentment;
I say, they have showed the blandishments of the World have not such a charm, but they may be renounced without any loss of considerable joy and contentment;
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and that the duties of Christianity are not so hard, but that a little waiting upon God will bring in Grace enough to perform them:
and that the duties of Christianity Are not so hard, but that a little waiting upon God will bring in Grace enough to perform them:
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Therefore saith the Apostle, Seeing we have a Cloud of Witnesses, let us lay aside, &c. And so I come to the encouragement, to the
Therefore Says the Apostle, Seeing we have a Cloud of Witnesses, let us lay aside, etc. And so I come to the encouragement, to the
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Second thing, and that is the duty here pressed. 1. Here is the privative. 2. The positive part of our duty:Second thing, and that is the duty Here pressed. 1. Here is the privative. 2. The positive part of our duty:
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Here is mortification and vivification; Mortification, Let us lay aside, &c. Vivification, Let us run with patience, &c. In both the branches he alludes to terms proper to Races: In a Race you know men strip themselves of their Cloaths,
Here is mortification and vivification; Mortification, Let us lay aside, etc. Vivification, Let us run with patience, etc. In both the branches he alludes to terms proper to Races: In a Raze you know men strip themselves of their Clothes,
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and whatever is burdensome and heavy, that they may be the more light of foot;
and whatever is burdensome and heavy, that they may be the more Light of foot;
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and so the Apostle bids us lay aside every weight; and they did withall diet themselves, that they might have no clog from within, 1 Cor. 9 25. Every man that striveth for the mastery, is temperate in all things &c. They took care that they did not clog and indispose themselves for the race they were to run;
and so the Apostle bids us lay aside every weight; and they did withal diet themselves, that they might have no clog from within, 1 Cor. 9 25. Every man that striveth for the mastery, is temperate in all things etc. They took care that they did not clog and indispose themselves for the raze they were to run;
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but they verily run onely for a corruptible Crown; we for a Crown that is incorruptible and glorious;
but they verily run only for a corruptible Crown; we for a Crown that is incorruptible and glorious;
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so according to this double practice of Racers, we are to cast aside every weight from without, &c. So here's a double object, laying aside every weight, and of sin;
so according to this double practice of Racers, we Are to cast aside every weight from without, etc. So here's a double Object, laying aside every weight, and of since;
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There's onus externum, the weight without, that presseth us down, and hinders our speed; and then there's impedimentum internum, there's sin, that which weakens within:
There's onus externum, the weight without, that Presseth us down, and hinders our speed; and then there's impedimentum Internal, there's since, that which weakens within:
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By reason of the former, we make little speed;
By reason of the former, we make little speed;
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by reason of the latter we are often interrupted, and therefore we must do as they, that they might be swift and expedite, lay aside every weight, and be more temperate in all things. Herein a Runner in a Race differs from a Traveller;
by reason of the latter we Are often interrupted, and Therefore we must do as they, that they might be swift and expedite, lay aside every weight, and be more temperate in all things. Herein a Runner in a Raze differs from a Traveller;
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a Traveller strengthens himself for his Journey as well as he can, his clothes on, sometimes carries a great burthen with him;
a Traveller strengthens himself for his Journey as well as he can, his clothes on, sometime carries a great burden with him;
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but a Runner of a Race makes himself as light as he can. But to come more particularly to the words.
but a Runner of a Raze makes himself as Light as he can. But to come more particularly to the words.
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First, Lay aside every weight: By weight is meant those things that burden the soul, and make our Heavenly Progress more tedious and cumbersome;
First, Lay aside every weight: By weight is meant those things that burden the soul, and make our Heavenly Progress more tedious and cumbersome;
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and by weight is meant (I think) the delights and cares of the world, the multitude of secular business, all our earthly contentments and affairs,
and by weight is meant (I think) the delights and Cares of the world, the multitude of secular business, all our earthly contentment's and affairs,
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so far as they are a burden to us, hinder us in our way to Heaven;
so Far as they Are a burden to us, hinder us in our Way to Heaven;
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these must all be put off, Lu. 21. 3, 4. saith Christ, Take heed to your selves,
these must all be put off, Lu. 21. 3, 4. Says christ, Take heed to your selves,
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lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting and drunkenness, and cares of this life, &c. The heart that is deprest cannot be so free for God,lest At any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting and Drunkenness, and Cares of this life, etc. The heart that is depressed cannot be so free for God,
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and the Offices of our Heavenly Calling, when we give way to surfeiting, drunkenness, cares of this World.
and the Offices of our Heavenly Calling, when we give Way to surfeiting, Drunkenness, Cares of this World.
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1. The heart may be overcharged with the delights of the World; Surfeiting and Drunkenness must not be taken in the gross notion;
1. The heart may be overcharged with the delights of the World; Surfeiting and drunkenness must not be taken in the gross notion;
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you must not think of spewing, reeling, vomiting, as if to avoid these were a full compliance with Christs direction;
you must not think of spewing, reeling, vomiting, as if to avoid these were a full compliance with Christ direction;
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the heart may be overcharged when the stomach is not;
the heart may be overcharged when the stomach is not;
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there is a dry drunkenness, and a more refined surfeiting, and that is when the heart grows heavy, unfit for prayer, relishes not the things of the spirit; when the delights of the flesh clog the wheel, abate that vigor and chearfulness that we should shew forth in the Worship of God,
there is a dry Drunkenness, and a more refined surfeiting, and that is when the heart grows heavy, unfit for prayer, Relishes not the things of the Spirit; when the delights of the Flesh clog the wheel, abate that vigor and cheerfulness that we should show forth in the Worship of God,
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and holy actions, when the delights• … the flesh withdraw us from that watchfulness and diligence that is necessary in taking care for our souls, then the heart is overcharged:
and holy actions, when the delights• … the Flesh withdraw us from that watchfulness and diligence that is necessary in taking care for our Souls, then the heart is overcharged:
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Voluptuous living is a great sin, it 〈 ◊ 〉 the seeds of piety so soon as planted in the heart,
Voluptuous living is a great since, it 〈 ◊ 〉 the seeds of piety so soon as planted in the heart,
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so that they can bring nothing to perfection;
so that they can bring nothing to perfection;
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it brings a brawn and a deadness upon the Conscience and affections, there is nothing that hardens the heart so much,
it brings a brawn and a deadness upon the Conscience and affections, there is nothing that hardens the heart so much,
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as the softness of carnal pleasure, Iud. 19. sensual, having not the Spirit. Sensuality quenches our natural bravery and briskness of spirit that becomes a man;
as the softness of carnal pleasure, Iud. 19. sensual, having not the Spirit. Sensuality quenches our natural bravery and briskness of Spirit that becomes a man;
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much more doth it hinder the sublime operations of the Spirit of God. Well then, remember Christians, you are not only Travellers by the way;
much more does it hinder the sublime operations of the Spirit of God. Well then, Remember Christians, you Are not only Travellers by the Way;
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but Runners in a Race: If we were to speak to you only under the notion of Travellers in a way, this were enough to wean you from the delights of the flesh. 1 Pet. 2. 11. As strangers and Pilgrims abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul.
but Runners in a Raze: If we were to speak to you only under the notion of Travellers in a Way, this were enough to wean you from the delights of the Flesh. 1 Pet. 2. 11. As Strangers and Pilgrim's abstain from fleshly Lustiest which war against the soul.
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The more you indulge these fleshly lusts, the more you hearten & strengthen the great enemy of your souls,
The more you indulge these fleshly Lustiest, the more you hearten & strengthen the great enemy of your Souls,
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and starve the better part; but you are as Runners in a Race; by this Metaphor the duty is more bound upon you, much more should you beat down the body, and keep it in subjection;
and starve the better part; but you Are as Runners in a Raze; by this Metaphor the duty is more bound upon you, much more should you beatrice down the body, and keep it in subjection;
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the Apostle hath a notable word, 1 Cor. 9. 27. I keep under my body, and bring it in subjection, &c. I beat down my body;
the Apostle hath a notable word, 1 Cor. 9. 27. I keep under my body, and bring it in subjection, etc. I beatrice down my body;
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you must either keep under pleasures, or pleasures will keep you under; for a man is soon brought under the power, dominion and tyranny of evil customs,
you must either keep under pleasures, or pleasures will keep you under; for a man is soon brought under the power, dominion and tyranny of evil customs,
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and some bruitish pleasure, by indulging the lusts of the flesh, 1 Cor. 6. 12. Be but a little addicted to any one thing,
and Some brutish pleasure, by indulging the Lustiest of the Flesh, 1 Cor. 6. 12. Be but a little addicted to any one thing,
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and you are brought under the power of it.
and you Are brought under the power of it.
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The flesh waxes wanton and imperious and slavery grows upon you by degrees, The more you conquer carnal affections, the more they increase upon you;
The Flesh Waxes wanton and imperious and slavery grows upon you by Degrees, The more you conquer carnal affections, the more they increase upon you;
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and therefore you must hold the reins hard, exercise a powerfull restraint.
and Therefore you must hold the reins hard, exercise a powerful restraint.
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Solomon in his Penitentials gives us an account of his own 〈 ◊ 〉, and how fearfnlly he was corrupted this way, Eccl. 〈 ◊ 〉. 20. Whatsoever mine eyes desired, I kept not from 〈 ◊ 〉; Solomon in his Penitentials gives us an account of his own 〈 ◊ 〉, and how fearfnlly he was corrupted this Way, Ecclesiastes 〈 ◊ 〉. 20. Whatsoever mine eyes desired, I kept not from 〈 ◊ 〉;
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I with-held not my heart from any joy, &c. 〈 ◊ 〉 was that which brought him to such a lawless excess, and at length to fall off from God. When we give Nature the full swing,I withheld not my heart from any joy, etc. 〈 ◊ 〉 was that which brought him to such a lawless excess, and At length to fallen off from God. When we give Nature the full swing,
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and use pleasure with too free a license, the heart is insensibly corrupted, and the necessities of life are turned into Diseases; and all that you do, 'tis but in compliance with your lusts;
and use pleasure with too free a license, the heart is insensibly corrupted, and the necessities of life Are turned into Diseases; and all that you do, it's but in compliance with your Lustiest;
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your eating and drinking is but a meat-offering and drink-offering to lusts and carnal appetite, I remember Solomon saith (Prov. 29. 21.) He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a Childe, shall have him become his Son at length, i. e.
your eating and drinking is but a Meat offering and Drink-offering to Lustiest and carnal appetite, I Remember Solomon Says (Curae 29. 21.) He that delicately brings up his servant from a Child, shall have him become his Son At length, i. e.
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Allow a servant too much liberty, and he will no more know his condition, but grow contemptuous, bold and troublesome; so it is here:
Allow a servant too much liberty, and he will no more know his condition, but grow contemptuous, bold and troublesome; so it is Here:
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We are all the worse for license, natural desires, unless they feel fetters and prudent restraints, grow unruly and excessive;
We Are all the Worse for license, natural Desires, unless they feel fetters and prudent restraints, grow unruly and excessive;
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And therefore it is good to abate the liberty of the flesh, that the body may be a Servant and not a Master;
And Therefore it is good to abate the liberty of the Flesh, that the body may be a Servant and not a Master;
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when you deny your selves in nothing, but satisfy every vain Appetite, a custom grows upon the soul,
when you deny your selves in nothing, but satisfy every vain Appetite, a custom grows upon the soul,
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and intemperance proves a Trade and an habituated distemper, so that you cannot when you would, upon prudent and pious respects, refrain and command your desires:
and intemperance Proves a Trade and an habituated distemper, so that you cannot when you would, upon prudent and pious respects, refrain and command your Desires:
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And therefore 'tis good sometimes to thwart and vex the flesh, as David poured out the water of Bethlem that he longed for, 2 Sam. 23. 17. not to deny our selves in what we affect and covet;
And Therefore it's good sometime to thwart and vex the Flesh, as David poured out the water of Bethlehem that he longed for, 2 Sam. 23. 17. not to deny our selves in what we affect and covet;
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lust grows into a wanton, and bold and imperious; and so prescribes upon us, and we are brought under the power of these things.
lust grows into a wanton, and bold and imperious; and so prescribes upon us, and we Are brought under the power of these things.
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2. The businesse and cares of this World:
2. The business and Cares of this World:
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For these immoderately followed, and not in obedience to God, are a sore burden, and makes the soul heavie,
For these immoderately followed, and not in Obedience to God, Are a soar burden, and makes the soul heavy,
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and allows no time and strength for God and his Service, and those happy opportunities of private communion with him;
and allows no time and strength for God and his Service, and those happy opportunities of private communion with him;
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When we are incumbred with much service, we neglect that one thing necessary, Luke 10. 42. and therefore Christians must take heed that the lean Kine do not devour the fat;
When we Are encumbered with much service, we neglect that one thing necessary, Lycia 10. 42. and Therefore Christians must take heed that the lean Kine do not devour the fat;
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that Sarah be not thrown out of doors in stead of Hagar; that Religion be not thrust to the Walls, which should be our prime and chief businesse, while every businesse hath its time and course.
that Sarah be not thrown out of doors in stead of Hagar; that Religion be not thrust to the Walls, which should be our prime and chief business, while every business hath its time and course.
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The Scriptures knowing the pronenesse of our hearts to temporal things, deals with us as we do with a crooked stick, we bend it so much the other way,
The Scriptures knowing the proneness of our hearts to temporal things, deals with us as we do with a crooked stick, we bend it so much the other Way,
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and therefore sometimes they forbid necessary labour, John 6. 28. Labour not for the meat which perisheth, &c. the meaning is, not chiefly; but it bends the stick another way, Set not your affections on things on the Earth:
and Therefore sometime they forbid necessary labour, John 6. 28. Labour not for the meat which Perishes, etc. the meaning is, not chiefly; but it bends the stick Another Way, Set not your affections on things on the Earth:
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A man must have some kind of affection to his Work here below; but we had need to be bent the other way:
A man must have Some kind of affection to his Work Here below; but we had need to be bent the other Way:
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We may gather this from this Precept, 'Tis better to incroach upon the world, then the world should encroach upon godliness.
We may gather this from this Precept, It's better to encroach upon the world, then the world should encroach upon godliness.
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In short, Things are a burden and clog to us, according as our delight and scope is:
In short, Things Are a burden and clog to us, according as our delight and scope is:
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If the pomp and encrease of the World be our end and scope, then Religion will be looked upon as a burden:
If the pomp and increase of the World be our end and scope, then Religion will be looked upon as a burden:
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that will be a weight, and all duties of godlinesse as a melancholy interruption, as they, ( Amos 2. 8. When will the Sabbath be over? The exercise of godlinesse will be a troublesome thing,
that will be a weight, and all duties of godliness as a melancholy interruption, as they, (Amos 2. 8. When will the Sabbath be over? The exercise of godliness will be a troublesome thing,
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and we shall go about the Work of Religion as if we went about it not:
and we shall go about the Work of Religion as if we went about it not:
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But, on the other side, if Heaven and Heavenly things be our scope, then the World is a burden,
But, on the other side, if Heaven and Heavenly things be our scope, then the World is a burden,
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and then we shall use it in the way, but not abusing, as taking up our rest here, 1 Cor. 7. 31, 32. Man hath a body and a soul,
and then we shall use it in the Way, but not abusing, as taking up our rest Here, 1 Cor. 7. 31, 32. Man hath a body and a soul,
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and he doth provide for both, but for one in subordination; the soul is the chief,
and he does provide for both, but for one in subordination; the soul is the chief,
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and therefore we must not so look after the interests and concernments of the bodily life,
and Therefore we must not so look After the interests and concernments of the bodily life,
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as to forget the interests of the soul, or to neglect them. Many will not so grosly Idolize present things, so as to renounce things to come:
as to forget the interests of the soul, or to neglect them. Many will not so grossly Idolise present things, so as to renounce things to come:
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I, but they so often follow the things of the world, that they neglect their eternal concernments.
I, but they so often follow the things of the world, that they neglect their Eternal concernments.
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The happinesse of a people lies in communion with God; and therefore that must be looked after;
The happiness of a people lies in communion with God; and Therefore that must be looked After;
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we must take heed that the cares of the world have not such a hand and power over us,
we must take heed that the Cares of the world have not such a hand and power over us,
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as either to divert us from, or unfit us for these higher and nobler pursuits, the enjoyment of God in Christ.
as either to divert us from, or unfit us for these higher and Nobler pursuits, the enjoyment of God in christ.
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This is the first thing the Apostle speaks to these spiritual Ra• … ers, to lay aside every weight, i. e.
This is the First thing the Apostle speaks to these spiritual Ra• … ers, to lay aside every weight, i. e.
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the delights of the flesh, and the cares of the world.
the delights of the Flesh, and the Cares of the world.
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Secondly, The next thing to be laid aside is sin, which doth so easily beset us.
Secondly, The next thing to be laid aside is since, which does so Easily beset us.
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As we must guard against things without, so we must mortifie our corrupt inclinations within,
As we must guard against things without, so we must mortify our corrupt inclinations within,
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or else it will soon make us weary of our heavenly Race, or faint in it.
or Else it will soon make us weary of our heavenly Raze, or faint in it.
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Sin you know is twofold, Original and Actual; Actual sin is not meant primarily, for that is not peccatum agens, sin that easily besets us,since you know is twofold, Original and Actual; Actual since is not meant primarily, for that is not peccatum agens, sin that Easily besets us,
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but peccatum transiens, the sin that passes from us;
but peccatum Transiens, the since that passes from us;
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and Original sin is that which is emphatically called sin, Rom. 7. 8. Now this original corruption may be considered as meerly native, or as acquired and improved into evil customes and habits;
and Original since is that which is emphatically called since, Rom. 7. 8. Now this original corruption may be considered as merely native, or as acquired and improved into evil customs and habits;
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for according to mens tempers and constitutions, as they are severally disposed, so by the corruption of nature they are inclin'd to one sin more then another;
for according to men's tempers and constitutions, as they Are severally disposed, so by the corruption of nature they Are inclined to one since more then Another;
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as the channel is cut, so corrupt nature finds a vent and issue; in every man there is some predominant sin;
as the channel is Cut, so corrupt nature finds a vent and issue; in every man there is Some predominant since;
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and in every regenerate person some relicks of that sin, from whence is the greatest danger of his soul;
and in every regenerate person Some Relics of that since, from whence is the greatest danger of his soul;
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thus David speaks of his iniquity, Psalm 18. 23. Well then, this is that sin that doth easily beset us:
thus David speaks of his iniquity, Psalm 18. 23. Well then, this is that sin that does Easily beset us:
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Original sin improved into some tyranny or evil custome, which doth encrease and prevail upon us more and more;
Original since improved into Some tyranny or evil custom, which does increase and prevail upon us more and more;
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Now this is said [ easily to beset us ] for three reasons:
Now this is said [ Easily to beset us ] for three Reasons:
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Partly because it hath a great power and restraint over us, and implies the whole man;
Partly Because it hath a great power and restraint over us, and Implies the Whole man;
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the members of the body, the faculties of the soul;
the members of the body, the faculties of the soul;
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so great an interest hath it acquired in our affections, it doth easily beset us, it hath great power and command over us.
so great an Interest hath it acquired in our affections, it does Easily beset us, it hath great power and command over us.
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Partly, because it sticks so close that we cannot by our own strength lay it aside.
Partly, Because it sticks so close that we cannot by our own strength lay it aside.
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Ier. 13. 23. Can the Ethtopian change his skin, or the Leopard his spots, & c? A man can as • … oon change his skin,Jeremiah 13. 23. Can the Ethiopian change his skin, or the Leopard his spots, & c? A man can as • … oon change his skin,
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as lay aside his customes, that are so deeply engraven as the blackness of an Ethiopian,
as lay aside his customs, that Are so deeply engraven as the blackness of an Ethiopian,
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or the spots of the Leopard.
or the spots of the Leopard.
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And partly, because it mingles it self with all our motions and actions, Rom. 7. 21 &c. It easily besets us, 'tis present with us, it impels us,
And partly, Because it mingles it self with all our motions and actions, Rom. 7. 21 etc. It Easily besets us, it's present with us, it impels us,
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and solicites us, and draws us to sin further and further, and make us negligent in what is Gods:
and solicits us, and draws us to sin further and further, and make us negligent in what is God's:
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we cannot do or speak any thing, but it will infest us in all our duties of piety, charity, justice;
we cannot do or speak any thing, but it will infest us in all our duties of piety, charity, Justice;
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on every side it is interposing, vexing, thwarting the motions of the Spirit, and so abates our strength, vigour,
on every side it is interposing, vexing, thwarting the motions of the Spirit, and so abates our strength, vigour,
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and agility, and retards our course towards heaven and glory; therefore lay aside, as every weight, so every sin, &c.
and agility, and retards our course towards heaven and glory; Therefore lay aside, as every weight, so every since, etc.
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Quest. Now what is it to [ lay aside ] or how can we lay aside,Quest. Now what is it to [ lay aside ] or how can we lay aside,
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since sin sticks so close to us, and is engraven in our natures? Ans. Certainly something may be done by us;
since since sticks so close to us, and is engraven in our nature's? Ans. Certainly something may be done by us;
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for this is every where pressed as our duty, Ephes. 4. 4. 22. Put off the old man;
for this is every where pressed as our duty, Ephesians 4. 4. 22. Put off the old man;
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and 1 Pet. 2. 11. we may put it off more and more, though we cannot lay it aside. Then we are said to lay aside the sin that so easily besets us, when we prevent and break the dominion of it, that it shall not raign over us, Rom. 6 12. Let not sin reign, &c. Though it dwells in us, lives in us,
and 1 Pet. 2. 11. we may put it off more and more, though we cannot lay it aside. Then we Are said to lay aside the since that so Easily besets us, when we prevent and break the dominion of it, that it shall not Reign over us, Rom. 6 12. Let not since Reign, etc. Though it dwells in us, lives in us,
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and works in us, yet it should not overcome us, and bring us into bondage, and so it will not be imputed to our condemnation;
and works in us, yet it should not overcome us, and bring us into bondage, and so it will not be imputed to our condemnation;
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and at length, when the soul shall be separated from the body, we shall be wholly free from it.
and At length, when the soul shall be separated from the body, we shall be wholly free from it.
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Quest. I, but what must we do that we may so repress it? (the question returns) that we may break the domonion of it?Quest. I, but what must we do that we may so repress it? (the question returns) that we may break the domonion of it?
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Ans. I answer, this is the work of the Spirit of God;Ans. I answer, this is the work of the Spirit of God;
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but we must know, the Spirit of God doth work the work of mortification two wayes:
but we must know, the Spirit of God does work the work of mortification two ways:
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By Regeneration, and after Regeneration; By Regeneration, and so he doth immediately without any co-operation of ours, mortifie the deeds of sin, gives sin its death-wound:By Regeneration, and After Regeneration; By Regeneration, and so he does immediately without any cooperation of ours, mortify the Deeds of since, gives since its death-wound:
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That which is left is as a thing mortified, it is broken;
That which is left is as a thing mortified, it is broken;
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the Scripture often speaks of this first work of Regeneration, Rom. 6. 6. Col. 2. 11. First,
the Scripture often speaks of this First work of Regeneration, Rom. 6. 6. Col. 2. 11. First,
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when we are planted into Christ, then we put off the body of sin;
when we Are planted into christ, then we put off the body of since;
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and though it doth not presently dye, yet it is weakened, that it cannot reign, though it be not destroyed.
and though it does not presently die, yet it is weakened, that it cannot Reign, though it be not destroyed.
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2. After Regeneration the Spirit doth more and more destroy sin, the reliques of sin, this crucified body of sin, till it dieth wholly away;
2. After Regeneration the Spirit does more and more destroy since, the Relics of since, this Crucified body of since, till it Dieth wholly away;
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this he doth in us, but not without us, Rom. 8. 13. Through the Spirit mortifie the deeds of the body:
this he does in us, but not without us, Rom. 8. 13. Through the Spirit mortify the Deeds of the body:
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Not the Spirit without us, nor we without the Spirit, but ye through the Spirit, What is then required of us?
Not the Spirit without us, nor we without the Spirit, but you through the Spirit, What is then required of us?
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1. Seriously purpose not to sin, and promise to God to yield him unfeigned obedience.
1. Seriously purpose not to sin, and promise to God to yield him unfeigned Obedience.
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Especially should we make this promise in the use of those solemn Rights, by which the Covenant between God and us is confirmed.
Especially should we make this promise in the use of those solemn Rights, by which the Covenant between God and us is confirmed.
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Take up a solemn purpose not to grieve the Spirit, nor to break his Law, Psal. 119. 106. I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Iudgements:
Take up a solemn purpose not to grieve the Spirit, nor to break his Law, Psalm 119. 106. I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous Judgments:
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This purpose of heart is the root of all good actions:
This purpose of heart is the root of all good actions:
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therefore in the confidence of Gods help, in the sence of thy own weakness, Psalm 119. 32. we cannot lay Wagers upon our own strength,
Therefore in the confidence of God's help, in the sense of thy own weakness, Psalm 119. 32. we cannot lay Wagers upon our own strength,
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yet it is our duty to engage our hearts to God:
yet it is our duty to engage our hearts to God:
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To sin against the light of our own Conscience, and illumination of the Spirit and the chastening and instruction of our own reins, that aggravates our sin;
To sin against the Light of our own Conscience, and illumination of the Spirit and the chastening and instruction of our own reins, that aggravates our since;
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but to sin against, and besides our fixed purpose of not sinning, that lightens sin, for then it is a sin of weaknesse and infirmity, not of wilfulness and malice;
but to sin against, and beside our fixed purpose of not sinning, that lightens since, for then it is a since of weakness and infirmity, not of wilfulness and malice;
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and then we can say as Paul, Rom. 7. 19. when the heart is fixedly bent towards God, The evil which I would not that do I. Two wayes may we be said to sin against purpose, either when we are over-born besides our purpose, our purpose still remains to please God:
and then we can say as Paul, Rom. 7. 19. when the heart is fixedly bent towards God, The evil which I would not that do I Two ways may we be said to since against purpose, either when we Are overborne beside our purpose, our purpose still remains to please God:
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As when the water breaks over the bank, the bank remaining;
As when the water breaks over the bank, the bank remaining;
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in such a case the fault is not in the bank, but in the violence of the flood.
in such a case the fault is not in the bank, but in the violence of the flood.
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Or secondly, when we break off our purpose, or consent to do evil; as when we cut through the bank, the water may easily make through.
Or secondly, when we break off our purpose, or consent to do evil; as when we Cut through the bank, the water may Easily make through.
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There is a great deal of difference between sin dwelling in us, and sin entertained by us, between sin remaining, and sin reserved;
There is a great deal of difference between since Dwelling in us, and since entertained by us, between since remaining, and since reserved;
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and when you have a firm purpose against all sin, there is sin remaining; but it is not reserved, but it is not kept and allowed.
and when you have a firm purpose against all since, there is since remaining; but it is not reserved, but it is not kept and allowed.
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2. Watch over thy self with a holy self-suspition, because thou hast sin within thee that doth easily beset thee;
2. Watch over thy self with a holy Self-suspicion, Because thou hast since within thee that does Easily beset thee;
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therefore consider thy wayes, Psal. 119. 59. Guard thy sences, Iob 31. 1. but above all, keep thy heart, Prov. 4. 23. Conscience must stand Porter at the door,
Therefore Consider thy ways, Psalm 119. 59. Guard thy Senses, Job 31. 1. but above all, keep thy heart, Curae 4. 23. Conscience must stand Porter At the door,
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and examine what comes in, and what goes out; watch over the stratagems of Satan, and seducing motions of thy own heart.
and examine what comes in, and what Goes out; watch over the stratagems of Satan, and seducing motions of thy own heart.
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3. Resist and oppose strongly against the first risings of the flesh, and the tickling and pleasing motions of sin that doth easily beset us,
3. Resist and oppose strongly against the First risings of the Flesh, and the tickling and pleasing motions of since that does Easily beset us,
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when it doth intice us away from God, or do any thing that is unseemly and contrary unto the duties of our heavenly calling.
when it does entice us away from God, or do any thing that is unseemly and contrary unto the duties of our heavenly calling.
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Oh! remember we are not debtors to the flesh, Rom. 8. 20. Thou art tyed to the Lord by all obligations and indulgence:
Oh! Remember we Are not debtors to the Flesh, Rom. 8. 20. Thou art tied to the Lord by all obligations and indulgence:
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therefore break the force of sin by a serious resistance;
Therefore break the force of since by a serious resistance;
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check it, and let thy soul rise up in indignation against it, my businesse is not to pleasure the flesh, but to please the Lord.
check it, and let thy soul rise up in Indignation against it, my business is not to pleasure the Flesh, but to please the Lord.
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4. Bewail the involuntary lapses and falls with penitential teares, as Peter went out and wept bitterly, Mat. 26. 57. Godly sorrow is of great use for laying aside of sin, as salt potions kill wormes;
4. Bewail the involuntary lapses and falls with penitential tears, as Peter went out and wept bitterly, Mathew 26. 57. Godly sorrow is of great use for laying aside of since, as salt potions kill worms;
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when children are troubled with worms we give them salt potions; so these bitter penitential tears are the means God hath appointed to mortifie sin;
when children Are troubled with worms we give them salt potions; so these bitter penitential tears Are the means God hath appointed to mortify since;
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that is the reason the Apostle saith, 2 Cor. 7. 10. Godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation, not to be repented of:
that is the reason the Apostle Says, 2 Cor. 7. 10. Godly sorrow works Repentance to salvation, not to be repented of:
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'Tis not only a part of repentance, but worketh persevering durable resolutions, a walking closely with God;
It's not only a part of Repentance, but works persevering durable resolutions, a walking closely with God;
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'tis a means God hath blessed to this end and purpose. 5. Recover from thy falls, renew thy combate;
it's a means God hath blessed to this end and purpose. 5. Recover from thy falls, renew thy combat;
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as Israel, when they were overcome in battel, they would try it again and again, Iudges 20. 28. Take heed of ceasing for the present;
as Israel, when they were overcome in battle, they would try it again and again, Judges 20. 28. Take heed of ceasing for the present;
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for though thy enemy seems to prevail, though the flesh seems to prevail against the Spirit in the battel,
for though thy enemy seems to prevail, though the Flesh seems to prevail against the Spirit in the battle,
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yet thou shalt have the best of it in the war; by the power of grace thou shalt have the victory.
yet thou shalt have the best of it in the war; by the power of grace thou shalt have the victory.
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Thus I have gone over the privative part of our duty, Let us lay aside every weight,
Thus I have gone over the privative part of our duty, Let us lay aside every weight,
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and the sin that doth so easily beset us: and the since that does so Easily beset us:
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I should have come to the positive, Let us run with patience the race that is set before us;
I should have come to the positive, Let us run with patience the raze that is Set before us;
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there is the duty, Let us run the Race that is set before us; and there is the manner of the duty, Let us run with patience.
there is the duty, Let us run the Raze that is Set before us; and there is the manner of the duty, Let us run with patience.
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I should have shown you, That a Christian-life is like a Race from Earth to Heaven, in a way of holiness, and exercise of Grace.
I should have shown you, That a Christian-life is like a Raze from Earth to Heaven, in a Way of holiness, and exercise of Grace.
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This Race it continues as long as we continue in the world, from our nativity to our death;
This Raze it continues as long as we continue in the world, from our Nativity to our death;
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after death the strife is ended.
After death the strife is ended.
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Now in this Race we must run, and so run, that we may obtain the Crown, 1 Cor. 9. 24. Running is a motion, and a speedy motion;
Now in this Raze we must run, and so run, that we may obtain the Crown, 1 Cor. 9. 24. Running is a motion, and a speedy motion;
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there is no lying, sitting, or standing, but still there must be running:
there is no lying, sitting, or standing, but still there must be running:
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We must make a further progress in the way to Heaven, Forgetting those things which are behind,
We must make a further progress in the Way to Heaven, Forgetting those things which Are behind,
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and reaching forth unto those things which are before. Phil. 3. 1. 3. The Runner was not to enquire how much of the way already was past, but to strain himself to overcome what was yet behind:and reaching forth unto those things which Are before. Philip 3. 1. 3. The Runner was not to inquire how much of the Way already was passed, but to strain himself to overcome what was yet behind:
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And so should we consider what sins are yet to be mortified; what duties yet untouched, almost untouched;
And so should we Consider what Sins Are yet to be mortified; what duties yet untouched, almost untouched;
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what hard conflicts are yet to be undergone, and still to hold on our way without twining aside,
what hard conflicts Are yet to be undergone, and still to hold on our Way without twining aside,
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or halting because of difficulties, discouragements, stumbling-blocks.
or halting Because of difficulties, discouragements, stumbling-blocks.
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And there are fellows and co-partners with us that run this Race, with whom we may strive, in a holy emulation, who should go forwardest, who should be most forward in the course of pleasing God: Oh Christians!
And there Are Fellows and copartners with us that run this Raze, with whom we may strive, in a holy emulation, who should go forwardest, who should be most forward in the course of pleasing God: O Christians!
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there are many contentions amongst us, but when shall we have this holy contention? Heb. 10. 24. In a Race there is the Agonotheta, the Judge of the sports; so here God observes all;
there Are many contentions among us, but when shall we have this holy contention? Hebrew 10. 24. In a Raze there is the Agonotheta, the Judge of the sports; so Here God observes all;
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no matter what the standers by say, the Judge of the sports must decide who must have the Crown, 1 Cor. 14. 3, 4. And then, at the end of the Race there is the Crown, 2 Tim. 4. 7, 8. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith, henceforth there is laid up for me a Crown of righteousness, &c. In a race there are spectators, so there are here, God, Angels,
no matter what the standers by say, the Judge of the sports must decide who must have the Crown, 1 Cor. 14. 3, 4. And then, At the end of the Raze there is the Crown, 2 Tim. 4. 7, 8. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith, henceforth there is laid up for me a Crown of righteousness, etc. In a raze there Are spectators, so there Are Here, God, Angels,
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and Men, 1 Cor. 4. 9. We are a spectacle to the world, to Angels, and to men, &c.
and Men, 1 Cor. 4. 9. We Are a spectacle to the world, to Angels, and to men, etc.
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Thus for the similitude of our Race in our way to Heaven. Now wherein it differs.
Thus for the similitude of our Raze in our Way to Heaven. Now wherein it differs.
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This is a Race, not undertaken out of wantonness, but out of necessity: God hath called us to this course;
This is a Raze, not undertaken out of wantonness, but out of necessity: God hath called us to this course;
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and if we run not in this Race, we are undone for ever. And in other Races, but one had the Crown;
and if we run not in this Raze, we Are undone for ever. And in other Races, but one had the Crown;
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here all are crowned, 2 Tim. 4. 8. though they be not so eminent as the Apostle;
Here all Are crowned, 2 Tim. 4. 8. though they be not so eminent as the Apostle;
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here all are crowned that run in the manner God hath required;
Here all Are crowned that run in the manner God hath required;
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Henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Iudge, shall give me at that day, Henceforth is laid up for me a Crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, shall give me At that day,
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and not to me only, but to them that love his appearing. 2. For the manner [ with patience ] Let us run with patience. and not to me only, but to them that love his appearing. 2. For the manner [ with patience ] Let us run with patience.
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Patience is necessary. 1. Partly because of the length of the Race, and the distance between us and the promised Reward:
Patience is necessary. 1. Partly Because of the length of the Raze, and the distance between us and the promised Reward:
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Our Race cannot be ended but after some degrees of time;
Our Raze cannot be ended but After Some Degrees of time;
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long waiting is troublesome to the flesh, and therefore we have need of patience. 2. Because we meet with many impediments, troubles and temptations by the way;
long waiting is troublesome to the Flesh, and Therefore we have need of patience. 2. Because we meet with many impediments, Troubles and temptations by the Way;
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there are spiritual adversaries with whom we must fight;
there Are spiritual Adversaries with whom we must fight;
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for we go on, we not only run, but fight, therefore run with patience, &c. 3. Because the spectators will be ready to discourage us;
for we go on, we not only run, but fight, Therefore run with patience, etc. 3. Because the spectators will be ready to discourage us;
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We are set forth, not only as a spectacle to God and Angels, but to the world,
We Are Set forth, not only as a spectacle to God and Angels, but to the world,
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and they will be ready to deride, scorn and oppose us for o• … r zeal to God,
and they will be ready to deride, scorn and oppose us for o• … r zeal to God,
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and our forwardness in the wayes of God, to discourage us by bitter mockings, &c. therefore let us run with patience the Race that is set before us.
and our forwardness in the ways of God, to discourage us by bitter mockings, etc. Therefore let us run with patience the Raze that is Set before us.
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Mr. Lye's Forenoon Sermon. Phil. 4. 1. Therefore my Brethren, dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown,
Mr. Lie's Forenoon Sermon. Philip 4. 1. Therefore my Brothers, dearly Beloved and longed for, my joy and crown,
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so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved.
so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly Beloved.
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MY Beloved, I do very well remember, that upon the four and twentieth day of this instant month 1651. I was then under the sentence of Banishment;
MY beloved, I do very well Remember, that upon the four and twentieth day of this instant Monn 1651. I was then under the sentence of Banishment;
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and that very day did I preach my farewell Sermon to my people from whom I was banished,
and that very day did I preach my farewell Sermon to my people from whom I was banished,
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because I would not swear against my King, having sworn to maintain his just Power, Honour and Greatness;
Because I would not swear against my King, having sworn to maintain his just Power, Honour and Greatness;
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and now behold a second tryal:
and now behold a second trial:
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Then I could not forswear my self, the God of Heaven keep me that I never may.
Then I could not forswear my self, the God of Heaven keep me that I never may.
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I am apt to think I could do any thing for this loving Congregation, only I cannot sin.
I am apt to think I could do any thing for this loving Congregation, only I cannot sin.
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But since, beloved, there is a sentance gone out against us, that we that cannot subscribe, must not subsist; this is the last day that is prefixed to us to preach;
But since, Beloved, there is a sentence gone out against us, that we that cannot subscribe, must not subsist; this is the last day that is prefixed to us to preach;
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I shall now speak to you (God assisting me) if my passion will give me leave, just as if I would speak if I were immediately to die,
I shall now speak to you (God assisting me) if my passion will give me leave, just as if I would speak if I were immediately to die,
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therefore hearken my Brethren, dearly beloved and longed for, my Ioy and Crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved.
Therefore harken my Brothers, dearly Beloved and longed for, my Joy and Crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly Beloved.
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Paul was now a Prisoner at Rome for the Gospel of Christ, it was his second imprisonment;Paul was now a Prisoner At Room for the Gospel of christ, it was his second imprisonment;
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and he was not far from being offered up a sacrifice for the Gospel he had preached.
and he was not Far from being offered up a sacrifice for the Gospel he had preached.
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This Gospel the Philippians had heard him preach;
This Gospel the Philippians had herd him preach;
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and the godly Philippians having heard of his imprisonment, they sent from Philippi to Rome to visit him, and to supply his wants;
and the godly Philippians having herd of his imprisonment, they sent from Philippi to Room to visit him, and to supply his Wants;
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a gracious temper, which, I hope the eternal God hath given the Saints in London, and for which,
a gracious temper, which, I hope the Eternal God hath given the Saints in London, and for which,
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if for any thing, God hath a blessing in store for them. Paul is not so much concerned in his own bands, as in the Philippians Estate.
if for any thing, God hath a blessing in store for them. Paul is not so much concerned in his own bans, as in the Philippians Estate.
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Epaphroditus tells him, that there were Heresies and false Doctrines got in amongst them, but yet the Philippians stood fast;Epaphroditus tells him, that there were Heresies and false Doctrines god in among them, but yet the Philippians stood fast;
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and herein Paul rejoyces, writes this Epistle, bids them go on, stand fast, keep their ground,
and herein Paul rejoices, writes this Epistle, bids them go on, stand fast, keep their ground,
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and to be sure not to give an inch, but to stand fast, knowing that at a long run their labour should not be in vain in the Lord.
and to be sure not to give an inch, but to stand fast, knowing that At a long run their labour should not be in vain in the Lord.
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A most melting Compellation, and a most serious Exhor• …. 1. A melting Compellation, My Brethren, dearly beloved, &c. 2. A serious Exhortation, and in it 1. the matter of the duty, stand,
A most melting Compellation, and a most serious Exhor• …. 1. A melting Compellation, My Brothers, dearly Beloved, etc. 2. A serious Exhortation, and in it 1. the matter of the duty, stand,
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and stand it out, and stand fast. 2. The manner, 1. So, stand so as you have stood, stand fast: 2. In the Lord, stand so,
and stand it out, and stand fast. 2. The manner, 1. So, stand so as you have stood, stand fast: 2. In the Lord, stand so,
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and stand in the Lord, in the Lords strength, and in the Lords Cause;
and stand in the Lord, in the lords strength, and in the lords Cause;
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to stand in your own strength, would be the ready way to fall, and to stand in your own cause,
to stand in your own strength, would be the ready Way to fallen, and to stand in your own cause,
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for your own fancy, would be the ready way to expose your selves to all manner of temptations:
for your own fancy, would be the ready Way to expose your selves to all manner of temptations:
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Therefore my Brethren, dearly beloved in the Lord, stand, and so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved. Therefore my Brothers, dearly Beloved in the Lord, stand, and so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly Beloved.
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In the next place, by way of observation from the words;
In the next place, by Way of observation from the words;
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and if there be any wicked catchers here, let them know, that I shall speak no more then I shall draw from,
and if there be any wicked catchers Here, let them know, that I shall speak no more then I shall draw from,
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and is the mind of my Text;
and is the mind of my Text;
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I would not give occasion to be a greater sufferer then I am like to be. But for the words.
I would not give occasion to be a greater sufferer then I am like to be. But for the words.
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First, For the melting Compellation, My Brethren, my dearly beloved.
First, For the melting Compellation, My Brothers, my dearly Beloved.
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Paul was an Apostle, and an high Officer in the Church of God, and he writ unto the Philippians, to all the Philippians, to the poorest of them,Paul was an Apostle, and an high Officer in the Church of God, and he writ unto the Philippians, to all the Philippians, to the Poorest of them,
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and see how he bespeaks himself unto them, my Brethren: From hence take this observation, That the highest Officers in the Church of Christ,
and see how he bespeaks himself unto them, my Brothers: From hence take this observation, That the highest Officers in the Church of christ,
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though they are indeed by office Rulers over them, yet by relation they are no more then brethren to the meanest Saint. though they Are indeed by office Rulers over them, yet by Relation they Are no more then brothers to the Meanest Saint.
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Here we have no such Rabbies to whom we must swear, because they say we must swear it.
Here we have no such Rabbies to whom we must swear, Because they say we must swear it.
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Paul calls them Brethren, and so writes to them, Col. 1. 2. and Iames, a Scriptural-Officer, one of the highest Apostles Christ ever made, saith, Hearken my beloved Brethren, Iam. 2. 5. so Peter an Apostle of Christ, Wherefore the rather Brethren; and Iohn the beloved Disciple, Brethren, I write no new commandment, &c. 1 Joh. 〈 ◊ 〉 7. Well then.Paul calls them Brothers, and so writes to them, Col. 1. 2. and James, a Scriptural-Officer, one of the highest Apostles christ ever made, Says, Harken my Beloved Brothers, Iam. 2. 5. so Peter an Apostle of christ, Wherefore the rather Brothers; and John the Beloved Disciple, Brothers, I write no new Commandment, etc. 1 John 〈 ◊ 〉 7. Well then.
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3. If this be so that the highest officer in the Church of Christ, such as Christ approves of, are but brethren to the meanest Saint:
3. If this be so that the highest officer in the Church of christ, such as christ approves of, Are but brothers to the Meanest Saint:
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then certainly they are but brethren to their fellow-Officers:
then Certainly they Are but brothers to their fellow-Officers:
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If no more relation to the toe in the body, then no more to the eyes.
If no more Relation to the toe in the body, then no more to the eyes.
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If there be any of a light spirit will bear rule, that love to have the preheminence, I would desire them to read two Scriptures;
If there be any of a Light Spirit will bear Rule, that love to have the pre-eminence, I would desire them to read two Scriptures;
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the first is Luke 22. 26. the second Mat. 20. 26, 27. doth Christ say, Whosoever will be chief among you, let him be one that will domineer over your estates, over your persons, over your consciences, doth not Christ say so? no,
the First is Lycia 22. 26. the second Mathew 20. 26, 27. does christ say, Whosoever will be chief among you, let him be one that will domineer over your estates, over your Persons, over your Consciences, does not christ say so? no,
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but whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your Minister, — let him be your servant.
but whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your Minister, — let him be your servant.
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Even as the Son of Man came not to be ministred unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many. Even as the Son of Man Come not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.
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You have this also, Luke 22. 25. And he said unto them, the Kings of the Gentiles exercise Lordship over them, i. e.
You have this also, Lycia 22. 25. And he said unto them, the Kings of the Gentiles exercise Lordship over them, i. e.
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over their slaves, over their vassals, but ye shall not be so, but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger,
over their slaves, over their vassals, but you shall not be so, but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger,
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and he that is chief, as he that doth serve. and he that is chief, as he that does serve.
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Sure if Paul be but a brother to Philip, then he is no more to Timothy.
Sure if Paul be but a brother to Philip, then he is no more to Timothy.
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2. If the highest Officers in the Church of Christ be but brethren to the meanest Saint,
2. If the highest Officers in the Church of christ be but brothers to the Meanest Saint,
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then it is not for those brethren to Lord it over their fellow-brethren, Lord it over Gods heritage: Remember, 'tis Gods Heritage.
then it is not for those brothers to Lord it over their Fellow brethren, Lord it over God's heritage: remember, it's God's Heritage.
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I hope your consciences will bear me witness, that I have laboured as much as in me lies, to be a helper of your joy, not to Lord it over your faith, 2 Cor. 1. 24 to presse or cause you in believe this or that because I believe it:
I hope your Consciences will bear me witness, that I have laboured as much as in me lies, to be a helper of your joy, not to Lord it over your faith, 2 Cor. 1. 24 to press or cause you in believe this or that Because I believe it:
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if this be allow'd then may I turn Papist tomorrow.
if this be allowed then may I turn Papist tomorrow.
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Saith Christ to him that would have had him speak to his brother to divide the inheritance with him, Man, who made me a Iudge over 〈 ◊ 〉, Luke 12. 14. So say I, Man who made thee a Tyrant, a Lord over thy fellow-brethren, 1 Pet. 5. 3. Neither as be• … Lords over Gods heritage, &c.
Says christ to him that would have had him speak to his brother to divide the inheritance with him, Man, who made me a Judge over 〈 ◊ 〉, Lycia 12. 14. So say I, Man who made thee a Tyrant, a Lord over thy Fellow brethren, 1 Pet. 5. 3. Neither as be• … lords over God's heritage, etc.
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3. If the highest Officers in the Church of Christ be but Brethren, and no more,
3. If the highest Officers in the Church of christ be but Brothers, and no more,
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then there should be no discord between those brethren, Behold how good and pleasont it is for brethren to dwell together in 〈 ◊ 〉.
then there should be no discord between those brothers, Behold how good and pleasont it is for brothers to dwell together in 〈 ◊ 〉.
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And truly I may comfortably speak that, and it is one of the greatest comsorts I have in the world.
And truly I may comfortably speak that, and it is one of the greatest comforts I have in the world.
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I hope we have lived together in love, blessed be God:
I hope we have lived together in love, blessed be God:
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Let us not fall out, saith Abrahim the elder, to Let his younger Cousin, for we are brethren. Beloved, the discords between Pastor and people have made the best musick in the ears of the Jesuits.Let us not fallen out, Says Abrahim the elder, to Let his younger cousin, for we Are brothers. beloved, the discords between Pastor and people have made the best music in the ears of the Jesuits.
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4. Are Pastors, nay the highest Officers that Jesus Christ hath, and doth own in his Church,
4. are Pastors, nay the highest Officers that jesus christ hath, and does own in his Church,
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but Brethren? Oh! then let those brethren, if they will appear before the Bar of their Father in Heaven with comfort, take care of offending the souls of their Brethren;
but Brothers? Oh! then let those brothers, if they will appear before the Bar of their Father in Heaven with Comfort, take care of offending the Souls of their Brothers;
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for at the hand of every Brother God will require the soul of his Brother; Ezek, 33. 6. His blood will I require at the Watchmans hand.
for At the hand of every Brother God will require the soul of his Brother; Ezekiel, 33. 6. His blood will I require At the Watchman's hand.
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We that are called by some the dogs of the flock, what shall we prove dumb dogs? What a comfort will it be to my dying brethren this day,
We that Are called by Some the Dogs of the flock, what shall we prove dumb Dogs? What a Comfort will it be to my dying brothers this day,
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if they can but say, Lord, we are clear from the blood of our Brethren? The Officers of Christ should never behave themselves so, that they should give their people occasion to say, We are brethren to Dragons.
if they can but say, Lord, we Are clear from the blood of our Brothers? The Officers of christ should never behave themselves so, that they should give their people occasion to say, We Are brothers to Dragons.
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But Ier. 9. 4. Take ye heed every one of his neighbour, &c. I would commend one Scripture to all my Brethren in the Ministry, 1 Cor. 8. 13. A Scripture that I would have writ in letters of gold on the lintel-posts of all Ministers doors:
But Jeremiah 9. 4. Take you heed every one of his neighbour, etc. I would commend one Scripture to all my Brothers in the Ministry, 1 Cor. 8. 13. A Scripture that I would have writ in letters of gold on the lintel-posts of all Ministers doors:
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Wherefore if meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no flesh while the world stands, left I make my brother to offend. Wherefore if meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no Flesh while the world Stands, left I make my brother to offend.
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Rather then to endanger his soul, I'le away with all these toys and gew-gaws.
Rather then to endanger his soul, I'll away with all these toys and gewgaws.
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5 From the terms of dearest affection, dearly beloved, longed for, &c. Take this observation, that, It becomes the highest Ministers, much more the lowest, to bear a most tender, vehement, ardent, strong melting affection, towards that st• … ck or people that God hath committed to their change.
5 From the terms of dearest affection, dearly Beloved, longed for, etc. Take this observation, that, It becomes the highest Ministers, much more the lowest, to bear a most tender, vehement, Ardent, strong melting affection, towards that st• … ck or people that God hath committed to their change.
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Thus Paul to the Philippians in the Text, My Brethen, dearly beloved, &c. You shall find Paul in all his Epistles in a thawing frame to his people, melting in love unto them:
Thus Paul to the Philippians in the Text, My Brethren, dearly Beloved, etc. You shall find Paul in all his Epistles in a thawing frame to his people, melting in love unto them:
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The Corinthi• … ns were so in his heart, no• … only to live with them,
The Corinthi• … ns were so in his heart, no• … only to live with them,
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but if God called him, to die for them, so abundantly did he love them, 2 Cor. 12. 15. That he would very gladly spend and be spent for them, carried them in his heart, and longed after them all.
but if God called him, to die for them, so abundantly did he love them, 2 Cor. 12. 15. That he would very gladly spend and be spent for them, carried them in his heart, and longed After them all.
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As for the Thessalonians 1 Thess 2. 8. He, as a Nurse, tendreth and nourisheth them as children,
As for the Thessalonians 1 Thess 2. 8. He, as a Nurse, tendereth and Nourishes them as children,
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and is so affectionately desirous of them, that he is willing to impart them, not only the Gospel,
and is so affectionately desirous of them, that he is willing to impart them, not only the Gospel,
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but his own soul, because they were dear to him. Then,but his own soul, Because they were dear to him. Then,
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1. Is this so, ought the Pastors so to love their people? Give me leave to bespeak you in the words of Iob (in respect of those hundreds of Ministers that are to be plucked from their people:) Have pity upon me, have pity upon me, oh• … ye my friends,
1. Is this so, ought the Pastors so to love their people? Give me leave to bespeak you in the words of Job (in respect of those hundreds of Ministers that Are to be plucked from their people:) Have pity upon me, have pity upon me, oh• … you my Friends,
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for the hand of God hath touched me, Iob 19. 21. What will nothing serve but plucking out our very eyes? our very heart, (being so much the objects of the Peoples love.) How sad is it for the Father to be plucked from the Childe, the Shepherd from the Flock, the Nurse from the Childe, this is a Lamentation,for the hand of God hath touched me, Job 19. 21. What will nothing serve but plucking out our very eyes? our very heart, (being so much the objects of the Peoples love.) How sad is it for the Father to be plucked from the Child, the Shepherd from the Flock, the Nurse from the Child, this is a Lamentation,
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and ought to be for a Lamentation:
and ought to be for a Lamentation:
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That there must be a parting between David and 〈 ◊ 〉, who loved one another as their own Souls, this cuts them unto their very heart.
That there must be a parting between David and 〈 ◊ 〉, who loved one Another as their own Souls, this cuts them unto their very heart.
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And this I may say with respect to my self, I blesse God, I cannot say,
And this I may say with respect to my self, I bless God, I cannot say,
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as she of her Husband, A bloody Husband hast thou been unto me, but a loving Congregation have you been unto me.
as she of her Husband, A bloody Husband hast thou been unto me, but a loving Congregation have you been unto me.
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I know none of you have desired my destruction, nor to taint my name;
I know none of you have desired my destruction, nor to taint my name;
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never did I hear three in this Congregation speak of pressing any thing against me, that was contrary to my conscience:
never did I hear three in this Congregation speak of pressing any thing against me, that was contrary to my conscience:
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nor can I say, that there are four in this Parish that did ever deny to pay me my legal dues, blessed be God for such a people, you have not encroached upon my conscience,
nor can I say, that there Are four in this Parish that did ever deny to pay me my Legal dues, blessed be God for such a people, you have not encroached upon my conscience,
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as I hope I have not upon yours. Pastors must love their people, do not blame them if their hearts be almost broken,
as I hope I have not upon yours. Pastors must love their people, do not blame them if their hearts be almost broken,
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when they are to part with such a people. 2. Must the Pastor love his people? then the people must love their Pastor.
when they Are to part with such a people. 2. Must the Pastor love his people? then the people must love their Pastor.
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'Tis true, it lies in the power of man to seperate the Pastor and people, but not to separate their hearts;
It's true, it lies in the power of man to separate the Pastor and people, but not to separate their hearts;
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I hope there will never be a separation of love, but that will still continue:
I hope there will never be a separation of love, but that will still continue:
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if we do not see one another, yet we may love one another and pray for one another;
if we do not see one Another, yet we may love one Another and pray for one Another;
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I hope a husband doth not cease from loving his wife because she is absent from him. But oh!
I hope a husband does not cease from loving his wife Because she is absent from him. But o!
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for my Brethren, hundreds of them think that you are undone, though you cannot see as far as other men, you may live in love, and keep your consciences quiet.
for my Brothers, hundreds of them think that you Are undone, though you cannot see as Far as other men, you may live in love, and keep your Consciences quiet.
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3. Must Pastors love their People? then you see from hence, what should be the grand object of the Pastors affection, i. e. the people; not what the people have;
3. Must Pastors love their People? then you see from hence, what should be the grand Object of the Pastors affection, i. e. the people; not what the people have;
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this is great inquiry, what is the benefice worth? What's the preferment? Do they pay well, &c. Whereas we should not seek so much the Fleece as the Flock, we should not take oversight of a Congregation for love of their pay, but of their souls; nor, 'tis an excellent good living,
this is great inquiry, what is the benefice worth? What's the preferment? Do they pay well, etc. Whereas we should not seek so much the Fleece as the Flock, we should not take oversight of a Congregation for love of their pay, but of their Souls; nor, it's an excellent good living,
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as one said I have heard of, Let me have their Tythes, and let their souls go to the Devil;
as one said I have herd of, Let me have their Tithes, and let their Souls go to the devil;
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but as the Apostle, I seek not yours, but you, 2 Cor. 12. 14. And I hope there be many hundreds can say, it hath been the peoples souls they have more loved and affected,
but as the Apostle, I seek not yours, but you, 2 Cor. 12. 14. And I hope there be many hundreds can say, it hath been the peoples Souls they have more loved and affected,
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than any thing what the people had. 4. Once more;
than any thing what the people had. 4. Once more;
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We must love them, and love them tenderly, Why, and yet leave them? Yes my beloved, We are so to love our people,
We must love them, and love them tenderly, Why, and yet leave them? Yes my Beloved, We Are so to love our people,
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as to venture any thing for them but our own damnation. I come not here to throw firebrands.
as to venture any thing for them but our own damnation. I come not Here to throw firebrands.
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I bless God I have a most tender affection for all my Brethren in the Ministry;
I bless God I have a most tender affection for all my Brothers in the Ministry;
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and though I am not satisfied my self, yet I condemn no man, I believe there be many of them do as conscienciously subscribe, as deny to subscribe.
and though I am not satisfied my self, yet I condemn no man, I believe there be many of them do as conscientiously subscribe, as deny to subscribe.
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I protest in the fear of God I cannot subscribe; perhaps it is because I have not that light as others have;
I protest in the Fear of God I cannot subscribe; perhaps it is Because I have not that Light as Others have;
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for he that doubts (saith the Apostle) is damned: My beloved, I hope you would not have us sin against God and our Consciences.
for he that doubts (Says the Apostle) is damned: My Beloved, I hope you would not have us sin against God and our Consciences.
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It is not my living that I desire, but my office to serve my Lord and Master,
It is not my living that I desire, but my office to serve my Lord and Master,
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but if we should (to keep communion with you) lose our communion with God;
but if we should (to keep communion with you) loose our communion with God;
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this is the ready way to have all our labour and pains lost;
this is the ready Way to have all our labour and pains lost;
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but as David said (and oh that I could speak it with as good hopes as David) Zadok, carry back the Ark of God,
but as David said (and o that I could speak it with as good hope's as David) Zadok, carry back the Ark of God,
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if I shall find favour in the eyes of the Lord, he will bring me again,
if I shall find favour in the eyes of the Lord, he will bring me again,
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and shew me both it and his habitation:
and show me both it and his habitation:
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but if he thus say, I have no delight in thee, behold here am I, let him do to me as seemeth good unto him, 2 Sam. 15. 24. Brethren, I could do very much for the love I bear to you but I dare not sin? I know they will tell you, this is pride and peevishness in us,but if he thus say, I have no delight in thee, behold Here am I, let him do to me as seems good unto him, 2 Sam. 15. 24. Brothers, I could do very much for the love I bear to you but I Dare not since? I know they will tell you, this is pride and peevishness in us,
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and that we have preacht against it, and are tender of our reputation, and we would fain all be Bishops, and forty things more:
and that we have preached against it, and Are tender of our reputation, and we would fain all be Bishops, and forty things more:
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but the Lord be witness between them and us in this. Beloved, I prefer my wife and children before a blast of air of peoples talk:
but the Lord be witness between them and us in this. beloved, I prefer my wife and children before a blast of air of peoples talk:
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I am very sensible what it is to be reduced to a morsel of bread:
I am very sensible what it is to be reduced to a morsel of bred:
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Let the God of heaven and earth do what he will with me, if I could have subscribed with a good conscience, I would, I would do any thing to keep my self in the work of God,
Let the God of heaven and earth do what he will with me, if I could have subscribed with a good conscience, I would, I would do any thing to keep my self in the work of God,
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but to sin against my God, I dare not do it.
but to sin against my God, I Dare not do it.
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3. My joy and Crown, therefore my dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and Crown, my present joy and future Crown:
3. My joy and Crown, Therefore my dearly Beloved and longed for, my joy and Crown, my present joy and future Crown:
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my joy which I value more then a Crown, my principal joy.
my joy which I valve more then a Crown, my principal joy.
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Hence observe this Doctrine, that, The fixed, standing, flourishing growth of Saints in Gospel-practice and Gospel-obedience, is,
Hence observe this Doctrine, that, The fixed, standing, flourishing growth of Saints in Gospel-practice and Gospel obedience, is,
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or ought to be matter of transcendent joy to their Pastors. It was so to the Apostle Paul; Paul heard how they stood:or ought to be matter of transcendent joy to their Pastors. It was so to the Apostle Paul; Paul herd how they stood:
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though there was a plague amongst them, yet they were not infected;
though there was a plague among them, yet they were not infected;
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and though he was in the Gaol ready to be beheaded, yet this was his joy and Crown, that his people did stand,
and though he was in the Gaol ready to be beheaded, yet this was his joy and Crown, that his people did stand,
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and I hope, my Brethren, it will be our joy and Crown to he• … r of your standing and growth in Gospel ▪ knowledge, and Gospel-profession. And
and I hope, my Brothers, it will be our joy and Crown to he• … r of your standing and growth in Gospel ▪ knowledge, and Gospel profession. And
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1. If this be so, as Iohn said, I rejoyced greatly that I found of thy Children walking in the truth:
1. If this be so, as John said, I rejoiced greatly that I found of thy Children walking in the truth:
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It should be the prayers and endeavours of all Pastors really to love the souls of their people, and to pray for them:
It should be the Prayers and endeavours of all Pastors really to love the Souls of their people, and to pray for them:
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that when they cannot look after the souls of their Children, yet that good Nurses may be looked out for them.
that when they cannot look After the Souls of their Children, yet that good Nurse's may be looked out for them.
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What a joy was it that Moses Mother was made his Nurse? and who can tell, it may be thought, not out of any merit of ours,
What a joy was it that Moses Mother was made his Nurse? and who can tell, it may be Thought, not out of any merit of ours,
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yet of their own clemency, our Governours may give us to be Nurses over our own Children:
yet of their own clemency, our Governors may give us to be Nurse's over our own Children:
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but if I cannot nurse my Childe my self, I will wish it well, and as good a Nurse as I can:
but if I cannot nurse my Child my self, I will wish it well, and as good a Nurse as I can:
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far be it, that those that are to succeed should not prosper:
Far be it, that those that Are to succeed should not prosper:
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Lord, it shall be the prayere of thy Servant, that those that are to succeed may have a double and treble portion of thy Spirit, that he may be both painful and faithfull, &c. 2. If the peoples growth in grace and knowledge be matter of joy to a faithful Pastour? then what do you think of those that hinder their thriving.
Lord, it shall be the prayer of thy Servant, that those that Are to succeed may have a double and triple portion of thy Spirit, that he may be both painful and faithful, etc. 2. If the peoples growth in grace and knowledge be matter of joy to a faithful Pastor? then what do you think of those that hinder their thriving.
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I shall give you two Scriptures, Iohn 12. 19. The Pharisees therefore said among themselves, (they durst not speak publickly;
I shall give you two Scriptures, John 12. 19. The Pharisees Therefore said among themselves, (they durst not speak publicly;
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but who was it against? why, it was against Christ) perceive ye how ye prevail nothing,
but who was it against? why, it was against christ) perceive you how you prevail nothing,
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behold the world is gone after him. But we will order him for that, we will be sure to lesson his Congregation;behold the world is gone After him. But we will order him for that, we will be sure to Lesson his Congregation;
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if we cannot do that, we will shut the doors against him;
if we cannot do that, we will shut the doors against him;
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see Matth. 23. 13. Woe unto you Scribes and Pharisees, Hypocrites, for ye shut up the Kingdom of Heaven against men:
see Matthew 23. 13. Woe unto you Scribes and Pharisees, Hypocrites, for you shut up the Kingdom of Heaven against men:
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What! shut up the Kingdome of Heaven against men? What the Pharisees!
What! shut up the Kingdom of Heaven against men? What the Pharisees!
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that pretended they had the Keys of Heaven, and to be the Guides? I, that is it.
that pretended they had the Keys of Heaven, and to be the Guides? I, that is it.
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because there is nor room enough in Heaven for us and them too? No, saith Christ, there is no such matter;
Because there is nor room enough in Heaven for us and them too? No, Says christ, there is no such matter;
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For ye neither go in your selves, neither suffer ye them that are entring to go in. For you neither go in your selves, neither suffer you them that Are entering to go in.
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I dare not tell you at this time what it is to shut up the Kingdome of Heaven against men, you may better imagine it t• … en I can speak it;
I Dare not tell you At this time what it is to shut up the Kingdom of Heaven against men, you may better imagine it t• … en I can speak it;
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but this did the Pharisees they would not go in themselves, nor suffer them that wer• … 〈 ◊ 〉 to go in.
but this did the Pharisees they would not go in themselves, nor suffer them that wer• … 〈 ◊ 〉 to go in.
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I remember, when I was a Childe, we h• … d • … uch 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉, that would one Lordsday preach up 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 next Lords-day would preach against the 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉.
I Remember, when I was a Child, we h• … worser • … such 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉, that would one Lord's day preach up 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 next Lord's day would preach against the 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉.
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And now, my 〈 ◊ 〉, I am come in the next place to speak to • … he 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 stand fast; and because I see a Hurricane a 〈 ◊ 〉 • … eep your ground, stand fast, and live in the Lord here, that you may live with him hereafter.
And now, my 〈 ◊ 〉, I am come in the next place to speak to • … he 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 stand fast; and Because I see a Hurricane a 〈 ◊ 〉 • … eep your ground, stand fast, and live in the Lord Here, that you may live with him hereafter.
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Mr. Lye's Afternoon Sermon. Phil. 4. 1. Therefore my Brethren, dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown,
Mr. Lie's Afternoon Sermon. Philip 4. 1. Therefore my Brothers, dearly Beloved and longed for, my joy and crown,
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so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved.
so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly Beloved.
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FRom this Scripture you have had these 3. Doctrines: 1. That the highest officers of the Church of Christ,
FRom this Scripture you have had these 3. Doctrines: 1. That the highest Officers of the Church of christ,
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though they are Rulers of them, yet they are but brethren to the meanest Saint. though they Are Rulers of them, yet they Are but brothers to the Meanest Saint.
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2. That it becomes a true Scriptural Minister of Christ, to have a most veh• … ment, ardent, strong, melting, tender affection to that Flock or People which the Providence of God hath committed to his charge.
2. That it becomes a true Scriptural Minister of christ, to have a most veh• … meant, Ardent, strong, melting, tender affection to that Flock or People which the Providence of God hath committed to his charge.
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3. That the fixed, standing, flourishing, and thriving of that Flock in the profession and practice of Gospel-knowledge and obedience, is matter of transcendent joy and triumph to such a godly Pastor.
3. That the fixed, standing, flourishing, and thriving of that Flock in the profession and practice of Gospel knowledge and Obedience, is matter of transcendent joy and triumph to such a godly Pastor.
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The fourth, which is that I would now prosecute, is this, That it is the grand and indispensible duty of all sincere Saints, in the most black and shaking seasons, to stand fast, fixed and stedfast in the Lord.
The fourth, which is that I would now prosecute, is this, That it is the grand and indispensible duty of all sincere Saints, in the most black and shaking seasons, to stand fast, fixed and steadfast in the Lord.
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This is the grand thing St. Paul had to say to his Philippians when he was ready to have his head cut off,
This is the grand thing Saint Paul had to say to his Philippians when he was ready to have his head Cut off,
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for so it was, he was beheaded for the testimony of Jesus:
for so it was, he was beheaded for the testimony of jesus:
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this is all he had to say when in Jayle, when in bonds, and that under Heathen Romans; you are now my Joy, you are now my Crown, oh!
this is all he had to say when in Jail, when in bonds, and that under Heathen Romans; you Are now my Joy, you Are now my Crown, o!
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do but stand, and my joy, which is but two notes above Gamut, will get to Ela. Oh! do but stand,
do but stand, and my joy, which is but two notes above Gamut, will get to Ela. Oh! do but stand,
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and my Crown's studded with Diamonds: We live if you stand, though we die when you stand.
and my Crown's studded with Diamonds: We live if you stand, though we die when you stand.
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It is the great and indispensible duty, &c. Whether these are black and shaking seasons, I have nothing to say,It is the great and indispensible duty, etc. Whither these Are black and shaking seasons, I have nothing to say,
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but I am wholly now upon your duty, beloved; and for God's sake let the words of a Civilly dying Minister prevail with you.
but I am wholly now upon your duty, Beloved; and for God's sake let the words of a Civilly dying Minister prevail with you.
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There is a kind of a Maxim among some, that in case a person dye seemingly,
There is a kind of a Maxim among Some, that in case a person die seemingly,
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and revive again, that the last words that was heard of that person when in a rational temper, are the only things that that person will remember when brought to life again.
and revive again, that the last words that was herd of that person when in a rational temper, Are the only things that that person will Remember when brought to life again.
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It is most probable beloved, whatever others may think, but in my opinion (God may work wonders) neither you nor I shall ever see the faces of,
It is most probable Beloved, whatever Others may think, but in my opinion (God may work wonders) neither you nor I shall ever see the faces of,
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or have a word more to speak to one another till the day of Judgement.
or have a word more to speak to one Another till the day of Judgement.
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Therefore I beseech you hear me, as those that would and may live with me to eternity. Mark your duty;
Therefore I beseech you hear me, as those that would and may live with me to eternity. Mark your duty;
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I have spoken something concerning the Pastors duty in the morning;
I have spoken something Concerning the Pastors duty in the morning;
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now for the Peoples: It is the indispensible duty of all sincere Saints, to stand fast, &c. I confess, I have a love for the whole Auditory, I have a Mess for them;
now for the Peoples: It is the indispensible duty of all sincere Saints, to stand fast, etc. I confess, I have a love for the Whole Auditory, I have a Mess for them;
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but my Benjamin 's Mess is for those I once called my own people; you are my Benjamins, I wish I had a greater than a fifth for you.
but my Benjamin is Mess is for those I once called my own people; you Are my Benjamites, I wish I had a greater than a fifth for you.
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This Proposition I shall 1. Prove, and then 2. Improve.
This Proposition I shall 1. Prove, and then 2. Improve.
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In the worst of times, in the most shaking seasons, and if I do not greatly mistake, there is an hour of temptation threatned by God, now beginning to be inflicted;
In the worst of times, in the most shaking seasons, and if I do not greatly mistake, there is an hour of temptation threatened by God, now beginning to be inflicted;
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if ever you would stand, stand now, and for your comfort, let me but hint, that a Christian may stand comfortably, when he falls sadly;
if ever you would stand, stand now, and for your Comfort, let me but hint, that a Christian may stand comfortably, when he falls sadly;
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that is, he may stand by God when he falls by man. I knew that a great many years ago.
that is, he may stand by God when he falls by man. I knew that a great many Years ago.
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First then, 'tis your duty to stand.
First then, it's your duty to stand.
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There be Scriptures more then enough to prove this to be your duty, Col. 4. 12 Stand perfect & compleat in all the will of God Ph. 1. 27 Only let your conversation be as becometh the Gospel of Christ, that whether I come and see you, alas poor Paul! thou come & see them!
There be Scriptures more then enough to prove this to be your duty, Col. 4. 12 Stand perfect & complete in all the will of God Ph. 1. 27 Only let your Conversation be as Becometh the Gospel of christ, that whither I come and see you, alas poor Paul! thou come & see them!
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thou wast beheaded before thou couldst come & see them;
thou wast beheaded before thou Couldst come & see them;
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but ( or else be absent, I may hear of your affair• …, that ye may stand fast in one spirit, with one m• … nd, striving together (not to pluck out one anothers throats, no more of that;
but (or Else be absent, I may hear of your affair• …, that you may stand fast in one Spirit, with one m• … and, striving together (not to pluck out one another's throats, no more of that;
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but striving together, not against one another, but) for the faith of the Gospel.
but striving together, not against one Another, but) for the faith of the Gospel.
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So 1 Cor. 15. 58. Therefore my Brethren, be Steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord,
So 1 Cor. 15. 58. Therefore my Brothers, be Steadfast, Unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord,
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forasmuch is you know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. 'Tis our duty to stand. But.forasmuch is you know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. It's our duty to stand. But.
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Secondly, Wherein must we stand steadfast? I have no new Doctrine to preach now, I shall but mind you of what I have formerly spoken when you would not believe.
Secondly, Wherein must we stand steadfast? I have no new Doctrine to preach now, I shall but mind you of what I have formerly spoken when you would not believe.
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I confess I do not begin to be of a new judgement now;
I confess I do not begin to be of a new judgement now;
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and should I be continued in the Ministry, (a mercy I can hardly hope for) I should be of the same judgement,
and should I be continued in the Ministry, (a mercy I can hardly hope for) I should be of the same judgement,
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and preach this doctrine, Stand fast.
and preach this Doctrine, Stand fast.
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God will certainly bring the people of God in England to his own terms, or else • … are them well for ever.
God will Certainly bring the people of God in England to his own terms, or Else • … Are them well for ever.
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What's that we should be steadfast in? I would advise to a steadfastness. 1. Of Iudgement. 2. To steadfastness of Resolution. 3. To a steadfastness of Faith. 4. To a steadfastness of Conscience.
What's that we should be steadfast in? I would Advice to a steadfastness. 1. Of Judgement. 2. To steadfastness of Resolution. 3. To a steadfastness of Faith. 4. To a steadfastness of Conscience.
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So stand fast in the Lord in your Iudgement, in your Resolution, in your Faith, in your Conscience.
So stand fast in the Lord in your Judgement, in your Resolution, in your Faith, in your Conscience.
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1. I would advise to a steadfastness of Iudgement. Strange Doctrines are the greatest fetters that do assault a sound judgement;
1. I would Advice to a steadfastness of Judgement. Strange Doctrines Are the greatest fetters that do assault a found judgement;
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they are like waves, if they do split, they will shake the Ship to purpose:
they Are like waves, if they do split, they will shake the Ship to purpose:
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therefore your way is, to cast anchor well, to stand firm on the rock of truth, I had almost said all in a word, Protestant truth; though the market may rise somewhat high,
Therefore your Way is, to cast anchor well, to stand firm on the rock of truth, I had almost said all in a word, Protestant truth; though the market may rise somewhat high,
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yet stand firmly there while strange Doctrines like so many impetuous Waves, are beating upon you, break themselves in pieces they may,
yet stand firmly there while strange Doctrines like so many impetuous Waves, Are beating upon you, break themselves in Pieces they may,
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but if you stand, can never hurt you, I am not now to begin to warn you against P• … pery, not that I have the least reflection on any thing in the world,
but if you stand, can never hurt you, I am not now to begin to warn you against P• … pery, not that I have the least reflection on any thing in the world,
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but on the Scriptures. I am apt to think the wound of the beast must be healed:
but on the Scriptures. I am apt to think the wound of the beast must be healed:
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however, do not you spread a plaister for the Beast to heal his wound:
however, do not you spread a plaster for the Beast to heal his wound:
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Be no more children tossed to and fro, carried about with every wind of Doctrine, with every wind,Be no more children tossed to and from, carried about with every wind of Doctrine, with every wind,
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or windy Doctrine, by the slight of men, and cunning craftiness, that can cog the Die, notable Gamesters there are in the World,
or windy Doctrine, by the slight of men, and cunning craftiness, that can cog the Die, notable Gamesters there Are in the World,
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but you must stand steady in judgement, you must be firm to your principles:
but you must stand steady in judgement, you must be firm to your principles:
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I would have you Stars, not Meteors, for Meteors are carried about with every blast of Wind. I hope better things of you;
I would have you Stars, not Meteors, for Meteors Are carried about with every blast of Wind. I hope better things of you;
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I shall pray God would make you steadfast in Iudgement: 1. Be sure to get good principles;
I shall pray God would make you steadfast in Judgement: 1. Be sure to get good principles;
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and secondly, Be sure to stand in those good principles that you have got.
and secondly, Be sure to stand in those good principles that you have god.
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And though I cannot say but some Tares are sown among this Parish, ye• … I bless the Lord for the generality, I hope I may say, I have an Orthodox Ministry.
And though I cannot say but Some Tares Are sown among this Parish, ye• … I bless the Lord for the generality, I hope I may say, I have an Orthodox Ministry.
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2. 'Tis not enough to stand i• … • … udgement, but we must be steadfast to our 〈 ◊ 〉;
2. It's not enough to stand i• … • … udgement, but we must be steadfast to our 〈 ◊ 〉;
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1 〈 ◊ 〉 15. 58. Be steadfast ▪ immoveable, such as stand firm on some Basis and foundation, that doth not totter and stagger:
1 〈 ◊ 〉 15. 58. Be steadfast ▪ immoveable, such as stand firm on Some Basis and Foundation, that does not totter and stagger:
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if they find you staggering, to be sure the next moment they look upon you as falling. Be as they say of one or both of the Poles of the Heavens,
if they find you staggering, to be sure the next moment they look upon you as falling. Be as they say of one or both of the Poles of the Heavens,
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though all the world turns, the Poles are immoveable. If I mistake not, you may see a great turn in the World;
though all the world turns, the Poles Are immoveable. If I mistake not, you may see a great turn in the World;
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• … nd behold at this day, the greatest turn that ever was in England; but yet you must not move, you must not stir, be true to your Resolutions, be just to your first love, go on in the Lords Work, let nothing take you off.
• … and behold At this day, the greatest turn that ever was in England; but yet you must not move, you must not stir, be true to your Resolutions, be just to your First love, go on in the lords Work, let nothing take you off.
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If I have preached any false Doctrine among you, witness against me at the day of judgement;
If I have preached any false Doctrine among you, witness against me At the day of judgement;
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but if the things I have preached be true, stand to the truths, if you do not witness against my Doctrine (mine 'tis not) but rather witnesse for it, remember,
but if the things I have preached be true, stand to the truths, if you do not witness against my Doctrine (mine it's not) but rather witness for it, Remember,
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if you leave it, that very Doctrine will witnesse against you at the day of Judgement.
if you leave it, that very Doctrine will witness against you At the day of Judgement.
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Oh! that excellent Heroe, Queen Hester, thus and thus I will do, and if I perish, I perish.
Oh! that excellent Hero, Queen Esther, thus and thus I will do, and if I perish, I perish.
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You cannot imagine against how many thousand temptations a stadfast resolution will guard you.
You cannot imagine against how many thousand temptations a stadfast resolution will guard you.
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3. There's a steadfastnesse of Faith too, when we so believe as that we do not waver, or do not hesitate.
3. There's a steadfastness of Faith too, when we so believe as that we do not waver, or do not hesitate.
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Will you give me leave to propose to you (my dear Friends, though my Congregation I cannot call you) that question which our Saviour did unto the Jews. (whom he hated,
Will you give me leave to propose to you (my dear Friends, though my Congregation I cannot call you) that question which our Saviour did unto the jews. (whom he hated,
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though I love you) The Baptism of Iohn, whence was it? from heaven, or of men.
though I love you) The Baptism of John, whence was it? from heaven, or of men.
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The doctrines you have heard, have they been from Heaven or from men? Answer me, if from men abhor them;
The doctrines you have herd, have they been from Heaven or from men? Answer me, if from men abhor them;
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man is a false creature, man would make merchandize of your faith and souls, but if from Heaven,
man is a false creature, man would make merchandise of your faith and Souls, but if from Heaven,
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why then should you not believe them? I blesse the Lord, my conscience bears me witnesse, I never did so far propose a doctrine to you, I would have you believe without Scripture.
why then should you not believe them? I bless the Lord, my conscience bears me witness, I never did so Far propose a Doctrine to you, I would have you believe without Scripture.
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If the doctrines have been from God believe them, if not, abhor them, and any of those that shall dare to bring a doctrine,
If the doctrines have been from God believe them, if not, abhor them, and any of those that shall Dare to bring a Doctrine,
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but dare not bring the authority of the Scripture to warrant them.
but Dare not bring the Authority of the Scripture to warrant them.
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You may not be like those in Iam. 1. 6. that mavereth like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
You may not be like those in Iam. 1. 6. that mavereth like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
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The most godly man may stumble in his way, i. e. tread awry, but a wavering minded man is never settled concerning his way.
The most godly man may Stumble in his Way, i. e. tread awry, but a wavering minded man is never settled Concerning his Way.
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Blessed be God I am not now (on this day that looks as like my dying day as can be in the world) to begin to fix upon a Religion, to fix upon my way, I know my way,
Blessed be God I am not now (on this day that looks as like my dying day as can be in the world) to begin to fix upon a Religion, to fix upon my Way, I know my Way,
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If God will but keep 〈 ◊ 〉 steps, and guide me in that way. If God be 〈 ◊ 〉 (I appeal to your consciences) worship him;
If God will but keep 〈 ◊ 〉 steps, and guide me in that Way. If God be 〈 ◊ 〉 (I appeal to your Consciences) worship him;
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〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 God, worship him;
〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 God, worship him;
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do not stand disputing and doubting, do not, say shall I? shall I? if the ways you have found be the ways of God, follow them;
do not stand disputing and doubting, do not, say shall I? shall I? if the ways you have found be the ways of God, follow them;
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God hath but one way to heaven, there is but one truth; if Baal be God follow Baal, do not stand wavering;
God hath but one Way to heaven, there is but one truth; if Baal be God follow Baal, do not stand wavering;
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do not consult with flesh and bloud;
do not consult with Flesh and blood;
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'tis an infinite mercie that God will give any of us to leave Relations, Estates, Congregations, any thing for Christ:
it's an infinite mercy that God will give any of us to leave Relations, Estates, Congregations, any thing for christ:
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'tis an infinite mercy we do not split upon a rock.
it's an infinite mercy we do not split upon a rock.
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Be sure to be either for God or Baal: a godly man many time, halts in his way,
Be sure to be either for God or Baal: a godly man many time, halts in his Way,
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but never halts between two opinions. 4. Steadfastness of Conscience. Indeed the genius of my ministry hath lyen this way:
but never halts between two opinions. 4. Steadfastness of Conscience. Indeed the genius of my Ministry hath lyen this Way:
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and here I could easily launch out, but I must be short.
and Here I could Easily launch out, but I must be short.
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I would speak a word in season to those that are weak, it becomes you to be steadfast in conscience;
I would speak a word in season to those that Are weak, it becomes you to be steadfast in conscience;
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then have a God decreeing, a Christ redeeming, a spirit quickning, a gospel promising, a heaven prepared, a God infinitely more ready to save him,
then have a God decreeing, a christ redeeming, a Spirit quickening, a gospel promising, a heaven prepared, a God infinitely more ready to save him,
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then he can possibly be desirous to be saved by him.
then he can possibly be desirous to be saved by him.
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Be steadfast in conscience against the guilt, the filth of sin, against the temptations of Satan, &c. Let us draw near, with full assurance of faith;
Be steadfast in conscience against the guilt, the filth of since, against the temptations of Satan, etc. Let us draw near, with full assurance of faith;
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you can never believe Gods love so much, as Gods love doth engage you to believe, &c. I might adde.
you can never believe God's love so much, as God's love does engage you to believe, etc. I might add.
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5. You must be steadfast in conversation: 'tis not the Running well, but the Running out;
5. You must be steadfast in Conversation: it's not the Running well, but the Running out;
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'tis not the sighing but the conquering that gives you title to the Reward: for you to give a great deal of milk,
it's not the sighing but the conquering that gives you title to the Reward: for you to give a great deal of milk,
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and to throw it down all at length with your foot, may argue you to have a good dug, but a bad foot.
and to throw it down all At length with your foot, may argue you to have a good dug, but a bad foot.
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Never give those be• … sts of Babylon occasion to say, that a man may be a child of God in the morning,
Never give those be• … sts of Babylon occasion to say, that a man may be a child of God in the morning,
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and a child of the devil at night; that we contradict that Doctrine by our conversation, that we assert in our profession.
and a child of the Devil At night; that we contradict that Doctrine by our Conversation, that we assert in our profession.
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But why must we be stedfast? Alas ▪ why;
But why must we be steadfast? Alas ▪ why;
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would you have me marshal up all the 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 me count the stars,
would you have me marshal up all the 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 me count the Stars,
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or number the sands on 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉.
or number the sands on 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉.
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There is no• … an attribute in God, not a precept, 〈 ◊ 〉, or 〈 ◊ 〉 in the word, not an ordinance ▪ 〈 ◊ 〉 a 〈 ◊ 〉;
There is no• … an attribute in God, not a precept, 〈 ◊ 〉, or 〈 ◊ 〉 in the word, not an Ordinance ▪ 〈 ◊ 〉 a 〈 ◊ 〉;
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there is nothing in God, or 〈 ◊ 〉 the 〈 ◊ 〉, 〈 ◊ 〉,
there is nothing in God, or 〈 ◊ 〉 the 〈 ◊ 〉, 〈 ◊ 〉,
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or ourselves, but all would give a con• … ribution of 〈 ◊ 〉 to prove the Saints 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 I must but h• … nt at a few things.
or ourselves, but all would give a con• … ribution of 〈 ◊ 〉 to prove the Saints 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 I must but h• … nt At a few things.
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First, I would argue from Iesu Christ. Believers you love Christ, and therefore you love the honour of Christ, now the honour of Christ is highly engaged in your stedfastness.
First, I would argue from Iesu christ. Believers you love christ, and Therefore you love the honour of christ, now the honour of christ is highly engaged in your steadfastness.
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We never cast a deeper blot on the honour of Christ, then when we grow unstedfast:
We never cast a Deeper blot on the honour of christ, then when we grow unsteadfast:
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I need not tell you so, the Jesuits, those me• … k Papists will tell you so, those that delight in nothing more then in the milk of the Virgin Mary, and in the bloud of Saints: they have enough:
I need not tell you so, the Jesuits, those me• … k Papists will tell you so, those that delight in nothing more then in the milk of the Virgae Marry, and in the blood of Saints: they have enough:
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if you be unsteady. 1. You dishonour Christ in his sufferings: Pray tell me Believers,
if you be unsteady. 1. You dishonour christ in his sufferings: Pray tell me Believers,
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why did Christ swear bloud? why did he dye? why did he undergo what the wrath of Devils could inflict,
why did christ swear blood? why did he die? why did he undergo what the wrath of Devils could inflict,
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but for this end, to make you steady, to give you the conquest of all spiritual Enemies,
but for this end, to make you steady, to give you the conquest of all spiritual Enemies,
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and to make you stand in that conquest triumphing.
and to make you stand in that conquest triumphing.
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Thus I remember as Ioshuah. Jos. 10. 24. Come, put your feet upon the necks of these k• … ngs,
Thus I Remember as Joshua. Jos. 10. 24. Come, put your feet upon the necks of these k• … ngs,
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and they came near, and put their feet upon the necks of them. So, Christ hath dy'd, that you might live, that you might stand;and they Come near, and put their feet upon the necks of them. So, christ hath died, that you might live, that you might stand;
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and what dishonour to the eternal Saviour of the world, to a dying Sav• … ur, to see a flying Christian. 'Twas never heard of, that souldiers should • … lye before a conquered enemy, whose legs were cut off, whose arms were broken, whose sword taken from them. 2. 'Tis a dishonour to the spirit of Christ: The same spirit that was with Christ in all his Agonies, this very spirit he hath given to believers that he might bring them through with some victory;
and what dishonour to the Eternal Saviour of the world, to a dying Sav• … ur, to see a flying Christian. 'Twas never herd of, that Soldiers should • … lie before a conquered enemy, whose legs were Cut off, whose arms were broken, whose sword taken from them. 2. It's a dishonour to the Spirit of christ: The same Spirit that was with christ in all his Agonies, this very Spirit he hath given to believers that he might bring them through with Some victory;
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therefore, when we stand not, 'tis a high dishonour to Christ's Spirit. 3. 'Tis a dishonour to Christ's truth: 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 what a dishonour doth it bring • … o the Truth ▪ 〈 ◊ 〉 but thought of some late experiments of poor 〈 ◊ 〉 that I h• … ve he• … rd of, carried about in triumph, look here's the man, here's the man that hath done this, that,
Therefore, when we stand not, it's a high dishonour to Christ's Spirit. 3. It's a dishonour to Christ's truth: 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 what a dishonour does it bring • … oh the Truth ▪ 〈 ◊ 〉 but Thought of Some late experiments of poor 〈 ◊ 〉 that I h• … we he• … Red of, carried about in triumph, look here's the man, here's the man that hath done this, that,
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and t• … other thing, and now look here's his — I cannot excuse Noah from his drunkenness, yet me thinks 'tis the part of a Cham to shew his fathers nakedness. I remember that one hath told me, ('tis a great Truth) That Religion never s• … ffers greater wounds,
and t• … other thing, and now look here's his — I cannot excuse Noah from his Drunkenness, yet me thinks it's the part of a Cham to show his Father's nakedness. I Remember that one hath told me, (it's a great Truth) That Religion never s• … ffers greater wounds,
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then by the hands of her professed friends; then by the hands of her professed Friends;
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Oh? what advantage have the wicked Papists taken against us by the falls of English Professors, both in principles and practice. 4. ' I is a very great dishonour to Christs allsufficiency. Tell me man, is thy Christ able to protect thee against all evil? and is he able to supply thee with all good? or is he not? if he be not,
Oh? what advantage have the wicked Papists taken against us by the falls of English Professors, both in principles and practice. 4. ' I is a very great dishonour to Christ All-sufficiency. Tell me man, is thy christ able to Pact thee against all evil? and is he able to supply thee with all good? or is he not? if he be not,
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then deny him, and whatever thou hast said concerning him, if he be, then stand close to him, in the mount he will be seen.
then deny him, and whatever thou hast said Concerning him, if he be, then stand close to him, in the mount he will be seen.
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2ly. I would argue from Saints, the infinite advantage that at a long run (I do not say presently) will redound to those that are steady in judgment, in resolution;2ly. I would argue from Saints, the infinite advantage that At a long run (I do not say presently) will redound to those that Are steady in judgement, in resolution;
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in faith, in conscience, in practice, so far as all these are conformable to the word of God, and no further.
in faith, in conscience, in practice, so Far as all these Are conformable to the word of God, and no further.
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The greatest advantage appears upon these four grounds. 1. Whatever thou thinkest, a steady condition is the safest condition. 2. The fullest condition. 3. The strongest condition, 4. The freest condition.
The greatest advantage appears upon these four grounds. 1. Whatever thou Thinkest, a steady condition is the Safest condition. 2. The Fullest condition. 3. The Strongest condition, 4. The Freest condition.
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Oh! that I could beat this into my heart, as well as • … tis in my head.
Oh! that I could beatrice this into my heart, as well as • … this in my head.
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The safest condition in the midst of dangers; the fullest condition in the mids• … of wants; the strongest condition in the midst of assauts, and the freest condition in the midst of straights. I profess in the presence of God, I have felt these things,
The Safest condition in the midst of dangers; the Fullest condition in the mids• … of Wants; the Strongest condition in the midst of assaults, and the Freest condition in the midst of straights. I profess in the presence of God, I have felt these things,
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and knew them to be true many years ago. 1. It is the safest condition: never do the Saints take hurt, but by declining, moving from their center:
and knew them to be true many Years ago. 1. It is the Safest condition: never do the Saints take hurt, but by declining, moving from their centre:
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while at their center the Devil cannot touch them;
while At their centre the devil cannot touch them;
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departing thence, is like the poor Bird from her nest, every one hath a fling at them.
departing thence, is like the poor Bird from her nest, every one hath a fling At them.
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Remember this, let but a man once leave his Scriptural station, and what temptation is he able to stand against:
remember this, let but a man once leave his Scriptural station, and what temptation is he able to stand against:
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it is just like a man thrown down from the top of an house, no stopping till he come to the bottom. 1 Joh 5. 18. He that is begotten of God keepeth himself,
it is just like a man thrown down from the top of an house, no stopping till he come to the bottom. 1 John 5. 18. He that is begotten of God Keepeth himself,
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and the wicked one toucheth him not. 2. It is the fullest condition.and the wicked one touches him not. 2. It is the Fullest condition.
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Oh! my Brethren, Saints living steadfastly on their foundation, are continually supplied by God, as the fountain doth continually issue out it self into the streams.
Oh! my Brothers, Saints living steadfastly on their Foundation, Are continually supplied by God, as the fountain does continually issue out it self into the streams.
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I know 'tis best living upon a single God.
I know it's best living upon a single God.
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How many thousands be there yet living in England, that can tell you, they never enjoyed more of God, then when they enjoyed least of the Creature. Some have professed to me their prison was to them as a palace, that were troubled more with these things then ever you were,
How many thousands be there yet living in England, that can tell you, they never enjoyed more of God, then when they enjoyed least of the Creature. some have professed to me their prison was to them as a palace, that were troubled more with these things then ever you were,
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and the God of heaven grant you never may. 3. 'Tis the strongest condition.
and the God of heaven grant you never may. 3. It's the Strongest condition.
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A man that stands steadfast, is like a man on a Rock, the waters come, they may dash themselves in pieces,
A man that Stands steadfast, is like a man on a Rock, the waters come, they may dash themselves in Pieces,
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but never shall be able to dash him in pieces, he is fixed on a Rock, and therefore stands.
but never shall be able to dash him in Pieces, he is fixed on a Rock, and Therefore Stands.
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A man that stands steady to his Scriptural principles, is like Sanpson with his Locks about him, let all the Philistines come, what cares he, he is able to conquer them all. 4. 'Tis the freeest condition.
A man that Stands steady to his Scriptural principles, is like Sanpson with his Locks about him, let all the philistines come, what Cares he, he is able to conquer them all. 4. It's the Freest condition.
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A man that deserts his principles, is a slave to every condition, afraid of every humour, of every Aspine leaf in the world, thinks all those are informers that converse with him, is afraid of some promooter or other.
A man that deserts his principles, is a slave to every condition, afraid of every humour, of every Aspine leaf in the world, thinks all those Are informers that converse with him, is afraid of Some promoter or other.
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But he that stands fast, where the Spirit of God is, there is liberty and freedome;
But he that Stands fast, where the Spirit of God is, there is liberty and freedom;
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such a man in chains, as Paul at Rome, is in a far freer condition then others not in that restraint.
such a man in chains, as Paul At Room, is in a Far freer condition then Others not in that restraint.
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Well then, 'tis rational that you stand, but it may be your l• … st and interest can hardly swallow these things:
Well then, it's rational that you stand, but it may be your l• … Saint and Interest can hardly swallow these things:
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if we stand we shall not fall; nay if you do not stand, be sure you shall fall at last.
if we stand we shall not fallen; nay if you do not stand, be sure you shall fallen At last.
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The next thing I would do is to apply this truth.
The next thing I would do is to apply this truth.
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Is it the most important duty of all sincere professors, in the most shaking seasons, to stand stedfast in the Lord? then
Is it the most important duty of all sincere professors, in the most shaking seasons, to stand steadfast in the Lord? then
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First, by way of Lamentation, and that 1. Over our own souls. 2. Over hundreds of Congregatio• … s.
First, by Way of Lamentation, and that 1. Over our own Souls. 2. Over hundreds of Congregatio• … s.
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Lord, must, do we say hundreds, nay thousands of Congregations that are this day, though they do not accompany us in person,
Lord, must, do we say hundreds, nay thousands of Congregations that Are this day, though they do not accompany us in person,
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yet mingling tears with us, and especially as I hear, on the West of England. 1. Over our own hearts. We must stand; that's our duty: oh!
yet mingling tears with us, and especially as I hear, on the West of England. 1. Over our own hearts. We must stand; that's our duty: o!
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how should it cause us to lie low, by reason of the instability of our hearts,
how should it cause us to lie low, by reason of the instability of our hearts,
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and their cursed declining from the true foundation every day.
and their cursed declining from the true Foundation every day.
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Alas, Beloved, this is that that God complains of, they are a generation whose spirit is not stedfast with God;
Alas, beloved, this is that that God complains of, they Are a generation whose Spirit is not steadfast with God;
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and therefore we have very much reason to complain of it: oh! that this sin might be forgiven:
and Therefore we have very much reason to complain of it: o! that this since might be forgiven:
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oh, what an unsetled people have we been!
o, what an unsettled people have we been!
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to day we have been apt to cry Hosanna, Hosanna to the Son of David, to morrow our note is changed, crucifie him, crucifie him, give us Barabbas ▪ to day the Lord is God, to morrow Baal; any thing is God, provided we may keep our Estates. Oh Lord!
to day we have been apt to cry Hosanna, Hosanna to the Son of David, to morrow our note is changed, crucify him, crucify him, give us Barabbas ▪ to day the Lord is God, to morrow Baal; any thing is God, provided we may keep our Estates. O Lord!
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what w• … lt thou do with such a people as this? certainly it is a lamentation,
what w• … Lt thou do with such a people as this? Certainly it is a lamentation,
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and ▪ ought • … o be a lamentation.
and ▪ ought • … oh be a lamentation.
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Believe it Beloved, I can now count seven years, if not something more, wherein I have most clearly expected the daies I now see:
Believe it beloved, I can now count seven Years, if not something more, wherein I have most clearly expected the days I now see:
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no way, but the severest waies to be taken with such a false people as we have been.
no Way, but the Severest ways to be taken with such a false people as we have been.
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Judge in your own thoughts, whether we have been true to God or Man, to Saints or Sinners, to the Churches of God at home, or abroad:
Judge in your own thoughts, whither we have been true to God or Man, to Saints or Sinners, to the Churches of God At home, or abroad:
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whether or no this be not matter of lamentation.
whither or not this be not matter of lamentation.
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2. With respect to our Congregations. ('tis not against the Law yet to call them our Congregations.) This I confess, I can rather weep then speak to, I cannot speak, my heart is too big for my head here.
2. With respect to our Congregations. (it's not against the Law yet to call them our Congregations.) This I confess, I can rather weep then speak to, I cannot speak, my heart is too big for my head Here.
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Lord, is it the duty of people, of Saints, to stand, to be stedfast? how then should we mourn over those poor souls, that because their pillers are taken away, must needs for ought we know fall, unless thou dost support them? What, Lord, dost thou complain of a flock of sheep that are scattered? oh!
Lord, is it the duty of people, of Saints, to stand, to be steadfast? how then should we mourn over those poor Souls, that Because their pillars Are taken away, must needs for ought we know fallen, unless thou dost support them? What, Lord, dost thou complain of a flock of sheep that Are scattered? o!
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there's no wonder in it, their Shepherd is gone.
there's no wonder in it, their Shepherd is gone.
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Do you look on it as a strange thing, to see a poor Ship to be tossed here and there in the Sea,
Do you look on it as a strange thing, to see a poor Ship to be tossed Here and there in the Sea,
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when their Pilot is destroyed? why Mother, is it a strange thing for your Children to fall and knock their Arms, Legs, their Brains out? why their Mother is taken from them oh poor people!
when their Pilot is destroyed? why Mother, is it a strange thing for your Children to fallen and knock their Arms, Legs, their Brains out? why their Mother is taken from them o poor people!
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good God provide for this Congregation, I, and this City, that (let defacing, abominable wretches say what they will) is certainly one of the best Cities God hath in the world,
good God provide for this Congregation, I, and this city, that (let defacing, abominable wretches say what they will) is Certainly one of the best Cities God hath in the world,
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and therefore they hate it so desperately because God loves it, and because they hate that God that loves it.
and Therefore they hate it so desperately Because God loves it, and Because they hate that God that loves it.
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I bless God, I can speak of my own people, they are not a mad pestiserous people, for the most of them.
I bless God, I can speak of my own people, they Are not a mad pestiserous people, for the most of them.
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How many thousands have their hearts at their mouthes now at this time before God in England: alas,
How many thousands have their hearts At their mouths now At this time before God in England: alas,
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alas, that we should ever have our Seers carried away from us!
alas, that we should ever have our Seers carried away from us!
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but what think you, when poor people shall be exposed to greater temptations, to an Ulcer in the very Kidneys, to a Plague in the very Heart, or Head:
but what think you, when poor people shall be exposed to greater temptations, to an Ulcer in the very Kidneys, to a Plague in the very Heart, or Head:
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you now fear it, but when you feel it, what then? 2. By way of Exhortation:
you now Fear it, but when you feel it, what then? 2. By Way of Exhortation:
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Beloved, I remember good Iacob, when he was come into Egypt, and ready to die, calls his children together,
beloved, I Remember good Iacob, when he was come into Egypt, and ready to die, calls his children together,
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and before he dies blesseth his children. I cannot say you are my children, but I can truly say in the strength of God, You are dearer to me then the children of my own bowels:
and before he die Blesses his children. I cannot say you Are my children, but I can truly say in the strength of God, You Are Dearer to me then the children of my own bowels:
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I remember what poor Esau said, Hast thou but one blessing, my Father? Bless me,
I Remember what poor Esau said, Hast thou but one blessing, my Father? Bless me,
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even me also, oh my Father. even me also, o my Father.
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Oh! beloved, I have a few blessings for you, I have a few words of Exhortation for you:
Oh! Beloved, I have a few blessings for you, I have a few words of Exhortation for you:
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and for Gods sake take them as if they dropt from my lips when dying;
and for God's sake take them as if they dropped from my lips when dying;
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'tis very probable we shall never meet more while the day of Judgement, what ever others think, I am utterly against all irregular waies.
it's very probable we shall never meet more while the day of Judgement, what ever Others think, I am utterly against all irregular ways.
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I 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 bless the Lord) never had a hand in any change of Government in all my life:
I 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 ◊ 〉 bless the Lord) never had a hand in any change of Government in all my life:
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I am for prayers, ears, quietness, submission, and meekness, and let God do his work, and thi• … will be the best done when he doth it.
I am for Prayers, ears, quietness, submission, and meekness, and let God do his work, and thi• … will be the best done when he does it.
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Therefore be exhorted to stand f• … st in the Lord: My own people, hear me now, though you should never hear me more;
Therefore be exhorted to stand f• … Saint in the Lord: My own people, hear me now, though you should never hear me more;
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be exhorted to stand fast in the Lord;
be exhorted to stand fast in the Lord;
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you are not a Schismatical, Heretical people, I do not know the lesst person among you enclining to Pope• … y: Therefore be exhorted,
you Are not a Schismatical, Heretical people, I do not know thee lesst person among you inclining to Pope• … y: Therefore be exhorted,
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as ye have been a people that have waited upon the Ordinances of God, that have not persecuted your poor, Minister:
as you have been a people that have waited upon the Ordinances of God, that have not persecuted your poor, Minister:
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that have made it your design and business to live lovingly, quietly and as it becomes Christians, (I am confident a Minister may live as comfortably among you,
that have made it your Design and business to live lovingly, quietly and as it becomes Christians, (I am confident a Minister may live as comfortably among you,
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as among any people in England. ) So be ye stedfast, unmovable, alwaies abounding in the Work of the Lord,
as among any people in England.) So be you steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the Work of the Lord,
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for as much as you know that your lahour shall not be in vain in the Lord.
for as much as you know that your lahour shall not be in vain in the Lord.
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Here I had prepared, I confess, several arguments to have moved you to this stedfastness.
Here I had prepared, I confess, several Arguments to have moved you to this steadfastness.
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1. I could have told you, that with drawing of any one of you back, you will meet with great temptations which will very much unfit you for Heaven.
1. I could have told you, that with drawing of any one of you back, you will meet with great temptations which will very much unfit you for Heaven.
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If any man or woman draw back, my soul (saith God) shall have no pleasure in him: If any man or woman draw back, my soul (Says God) shall have no pleasure in him:
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I could have urged you with examples from the Heathens; Alexander being in India bid them tell him the greatest rarity in their Countrey:
I could have urged you with Examples from the heathens; Alexander being in India bid them tell him the greatest rarity in their Country:
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Sir, go tell them, say they, when you come to Greece, there are many here that cannot be forced by the prowess of Alexander, to change their minds.
Sir, go tell them, say they, when you come to Greece, there Are many Here that cannot be forced by the prowess of Alexander, to change their minds.
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I know there are some here that cannot be easily perswaded to change their Religion. Saith Lactantius, our very women torment their tormentors.
I know there Are Some Here that cannot be Easily persuaded to change their Religion. Says Lactantius, our very women torment their tormentors.
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I would never desire a more able disputant, than a woman against a Monk.
I would never desire a more able disputant, than a woman against a Monk.
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2. I could tell you of those enjoyments God hath put on you, our miseries have been great,
2. I could tell you of those enjoyments God hath put on you, our misery's have been great,
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but our mercies have been greater: I could tell you of six troubles, and of seven;
but our Mercies have been greater: I could tell you of six Troubles, and of seven;
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of six wherein God hath stood by, and of seven wherein he hath not forsaken, and the truth is, he cannot forsake his people;
of six wherein God hath stood by, and of seven wherein he hath not forsaken, and the truth is, he cannot forsake his people;
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he may forsake them as for comfort, he will never forsake them as for support: let him lay on a burden, he will be sure to strengthen the back.
he may forsake them as for Comfort, he will never forsake them as for support: let him lay on a burden, he will be sure to strengthen the back.
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3. I hope 'tis not dangerous if I tell you you are ingaged to God:
3. I hope it's not dangerous if I tell you you Are engaged to God:
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there are vows upon you, Baptismal vows, to say no more, you have sworn to God, you have lifted up your hands:
there Are vows upon you, Baptismal vows, to say no more, you have sworn to God, you have lifted up your hands:
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you are those that have undertaken that you would be true to God to your lives end:
you Are those that have undertaken that you would be true to God to your lives end:
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if these vows have been any way strengthened, Oh! remember Zedekiahs case, Ezr. 17. 18. 19. Seeing he despised the oath by beeaking the covenant (when lo he had given his hand) and hath done all these things, he shall not escape:
if these vows have been any Way strengthened, Oh! Remember Zedekiah's case, Ezra 17. 18. 19. Seeing he despised the oath by beeaking the Covenant (when lo he had given his hand) and hath done all these things, he shall not escape:
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therefore thus saith the Lord God, as I live, surely mine oath that he hath despised,
Therefore thus Says the Lord God, as I live, surely mine oath that he hath despised,
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and my covenant that h• … hath broken, even it will I recompence upon his own head. and my Covenant that h• … hath broken, even it will I recompense upon his own head.
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Remember it, you may play fast and loose with man, you must not think ever to carry it away by playing fast and loose with God.
remember it, you may play fast and lose with man, you must not think ever to carry it away by playing fast and lose with God.
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4. If you should not stand, you loose all you have wrought;
4. If you should not stand, you lose all you have wrought;
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all your prayers, tears, professions, practises, sufferings are all gone if you give out at last, &c.
all your Prayers, tears, professions, practises, sufferings Are all gone if you give out At last, etc.
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5. While you stand by God, God hath promised to stand with you: and the truth is,
5. While you stand by God, God hath promised to stand with you: and the truth is,
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if I have but one God, 'tis no great matter for all the tyles in worms. There be a 1000 devils,
if I have but one God, it's no great matter for all the tiles in worms. There be a 1000 Devils,
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but all those devils are in one chain, and the end of that chain is in the hand of one God: oh!
but all those Devils Are in one chain, and the end of that chain is in the hand of one God: o!
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God will shew himself strong, 2 Cor. 1. 69. For the eyes of the Lord run too and fro• … through the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect towards him.
God will show himself strong, 2 Cor. 1. 69. For the eyes of the Lord run too and fro• … through the Whole earth, to show himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect towards him.
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Quest. But what shall I do to stand?Quest. But what shall I do to stand?
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Ans. 1. If ever you would stand, if ever you would be firm standing Christians indeed, take heed you be not light and proud Christians: a feather will never stand against a whirlwind, Errour and Prophaneness are most apt to breed in proud hearts.Ans. 1. If ever you would stand, if ever you would be firm standing Christians indeed, take heed you be not Light and proud Christians: a feather will never stand against a whirlwind, Error and Profaneness Are most apt to breed in proud hearts.
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The Proud and Blasphemers are put together, (2 Tim. 3. 2.) Be but humble Christians, that's the way to be standing steady Christians:
The Proud and Blasphemers Are put together, (2 Tim. 3. 2.) Be but humble Christians, that's the Way to be standing steady Christians:
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if ever you would be steady in your stations, you must be low in your own eyes:
if ever you would be steady in your stations, you must be low in your own eyes:
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do not you go and judge.
do not you go and judge.
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And now, we shall have another kind of Religion come up, as we have had it a great while;
And now, we shall have Another kind of Religion come up, as we have had it a great while;
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such a man cannot be an honest man, alas, he is a Presbyterian, he's an Independant, he's an Anabaptist, &c. Now, all our great business will be, such a man cannot be a good,
such a man cannot be an honest man, alas, he is a Presbyterian, he's an Independent, he's an Anabaptist, etc. Now, all our great business will be, such a man cannot be a good,
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an honest man, for he doth not conform;
an honest man, for he does not conform;
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on the other side, he cannot be an honest man, for he doth conform: These are poor things:
on the other side, he cannot be an honest man, for he does conform: These Are poor things:
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I bless God, I lay not the stress of my Salvation upon these:
I bless God, I lay not the stress of my Salvation upon these:
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tis true, I cannot in conscience conform, but I do not lay the stress of salvation on it as I did not lay the stress of my salvation on my being a Presbyterian; I confess I am so, & have been;
this true, I cannot in conscience conform, but I do not lay the stress of salvation on it as I did not lay the stress of my salvation on my being a Presbyterian; I confess I am so, & have been;
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it hath been my unhappiness to be alwaies on the sinking side; yet I lay not the stress of my salvation upon it.
it hath been my unhappiness to be always on the sinking side; yet I lay not the stress of my salvation upon it.
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'Tis my conscience, but it may be I have not so much light as another man;
It's my conscience, but it may be I have not so much Light as Another man;
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and I profess in the presence of God, could I conform without sin to my own 〈 ◊ 〉, I would;
and I profess in the presence of God, could I conform without since to my own 〈 ◊ 〉, I would;
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if I should do any thing against my conscience, I should sin, and break my peace,
if I should do any thing against my conscience, I should sin, and break my peace,
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and conscience, and all, and never see good day: do not then spend the strength of your zeal for your religion in censuring others.
and conscience, and all, and never see good day: do not then spend the strength of your zeal for your Religion in censuring Others.
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That man that is most busie in censuring others, is alwayes least employed in examining himself.
That man that is most busy in censuring Others, is always least employed in examining himself.
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Remember good Iohn Bradford, he would not censure Bonner nor Gardiner, but saith he, they called I. Bradford, the hypocritical I. Bradford, &c. I do not speak this,
remember good John Bradford, he would not censure Bonner nor Gardener, but Says he, they called I Bradford, the hypocritical I Bradford, etc. I do not speak this,
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as though I can, or did in conscience approve of those things for which I must suffer, that I cannot approve of them,
as though I can, or did in conscience approve of those things for which I must suffer, that I cannot approve of them,
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but to take off people from those things that are so far from the foundation.
but to take off people from those things that Are so Far from the Foundation.
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Look you but to the main things, and look but into your own hearts, examine them,
Look you but to the main things, and look but into your own hearts, examine them,
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and then you need not be much perswaded to look about to others.
and then you need not be much persuaded to look about to Others.
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2. You must take heed you be not loose Christians: will you remember one thing from me (the God of Heaven grant you never live to see it verified) A loose Protestant is one of the fittest persons in the world to make a strict Papist. Tell not me of his Protestantisme, being a drunkard, it is because his King o• … Countrey are Protestants where they live.
2. You must take heed you be not lose Christians: will you Remember one thing from me (the God of Heaven grant you never live to see it verified) A lose Protestant is one of the Fittest Persons in the world to make a strict Papist. Tell not me of his Protestantism, being a drunkard, it is Because his King o• … Country Are Protestants where they live.
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There is no Religion in a loose liver, if ungodliness be in the heart, it is no difficult thing for error to get into the head.
There is no Religion in a lose liver, if ungodliness be in the heart, it is no difficult thing for error to get into the head.
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A loose heart can best comply with loose principles, see if they will not be of any Religion in the world that is uppermost;
A lose heart can best comply with lose principles, see if they will not be of any Religion in the world that is uppermost;
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let the Turk• … prevail, they would soon be of his Religion. 3. Take heed of being worldly Christians: oh!
let the Turk• … prevail, they would soon be of his Religion. 3. Take heed of being worldly Christians: o!
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this is the David that hath • … lain his ten thousands.
this is the David that hath • … lain his ten thousands.
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A worldly heart will be bought and sold upon every turn to serve th• … Devils turn.
A worldly heart will be bought and sold upon every turn to serve th• … Devils turn.
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Come to a worldly heart, and but promise him thirty pieces of silver he will betray his Saviour. The temptations of the world are great upon us at this time, you that are husbands and parents know it;
Come to a worldly heart, and but promise him thirty Pieces of silver he will betray his Saviour. The temptations of the world Are great upon us At this time, you that Are Husbands and Parents know it;
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the world is a 〈 ◊ 〉 temptation, but if we be overcome by the world,
the world is a 〈 ◊ 〉 temptation, but if we be overcome by the world,
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and the world not overcome by us, we shall never be able to overcome any one temptation that is offered to us. Therefore that's an admirable support.
and the world not overcome by us, we shall never be able to overcome any one temptation that is offered to us. Therefore that's an admirable support.
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In the world you shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world: In the world you shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world:
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I have overcome the world for you, and likewise I have overcome the world in you. Oh Lord,
I have overcome the world for you, and likewise I have overcome the world in you. O Lord,
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if thou wilt but overcome the love and the fear of the world, if thou wilt but arm us against the smiles of the world,
if thou wilt but overcome the love and the Fear of the world, if thou wilt but arm us against the smiles of the world,
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then come what will, we shall stand stedfast. 4. Take heed you be not hypoeritical Christians, i ▪ e.
then come what will, we shall stand steadfast. 4. Take heed you be not hypoeritical Christians, i ▪ e.
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take heed you do not receive the truth, and only receive the truth, and not receive the truth in the love of that truth, 2 Thess. 2. 10. You have received truth,
take heed you do not receive the truth, and only receive the truth, and not receive the truth in the love of that truth, 2 Thess 2. 10. You have received truth,
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but have you received the truth in the love of that truth which you have received;
but have you received the truth in the love of that truth which you have received;
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want of this is that damnable occasion to Popery; And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved;
want of this is that damnable occasion to Popery; And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish Because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved;
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and for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they shall believe a lye, that they all might be damned, who believed not the truth. and for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they shall believe a lie, that they all might be damned, who believed not the truth.
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'Tis just with God they should fall into errours, whose hearts did never love real truths. Better never receive the truth,
It's just with God they should fallen into errors, whose hearts did never love real truths. Better never receive the truth,
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then to receive it, and not in the love of it. Take heed of being venturous, and God tempting Christians:
then to receive it, and not in the love of it. Take heed of being venturous, and God tempting Christians:
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what's that? when do I tempt God? I tempt God when I do run into a Pest-house,
what's that? when do I tempt God? I tempt God when I do run into a Pesthouse,
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and say, God will preserve me from the Plague.
and say, God will preserve me from the Plague.
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Take heed of running upon temptations to sin, whether it be in principles or in practice. I could tell you of two spiritual Pest-houses in England if I had time,
Take heed of running upon temptations to since, whither it be in principles or in practice. I could tell you of two spiritual Pest-houses in England if I had time,
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for principles one, and for practices another, I do not say that I mean Play-houses on the one hand,
for principles one, and for practices Another, I do not say that I mean Play-houses on the one hand,
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or Mass-houses on the other hand:
or Mass-houses on the other hand:
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Certainly Bret• … ren, I read of Iulian that wicked bloudy Apostate, that he sunk into that his Apostacy first, by going to hear Libanius preach, mistake me not, I am not against your hearing the Ministers of Christ, for a man may be a true Minister, though he be a bad man; all the world can never answer the instance of Iudas, who was a true Minister, though a bad man;
Certainly Bret• … ren, I read of Iulian that wicked bloody Apostate, that he sunk into that his Apostasy First, by going to hear Libanius preach, mistake me not, I am not against your hearing the Ministers of christ, for a man may be a true Minister, though he be a bad man; all the world can never answer the instance of Iudas, who was a true Minister, though a bad man;
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while I plead for the truth of his Ministry, I do not spread a skirt over the wickedness of his life. The Scribes and Pharisees sit in Moses Chair, hear them.
while I plead for the truth of his Ministry, I do not spread a skirt over the wickedness of his life. The Scribes and Pharisees fit in Moses Chair, hear them.
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But that which I mainly aim at, is this, do not you go, and run, and venture your selves upon temptations:
But that which I mainly aim At, is this, do not you go, and run, and venture your selves upon temptations:
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you have heard of superstitious or Idolatrous worship, you have a months mind to see this,
you have herd of superstitious or Idolatrous worship, you have a months mind to see this,
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and what if so be when you are found in Satans way, Satan should lay his • … aw on you,
and what if so be when you Are found in Satan Way, Satan should lay his • … aw on you,
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and claim to you, what do you there in Satan's ground.
and claim to you, what do you there in Satan's ground.
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Would you be found when you come to die in a Play-house, or in such a place where the true God is Id• … latrously worshipped? 'Tis a great truth,
Would you be found when you come to die in a Playhouse, or in such a place where the true God is Id• … latrously worshipped? It's a great truth,
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if you would not be found in the Devils power, do not be found in the Devils pound.
if you would not be found in the Devils power, do not be found in the Devils pound.
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Brethren, we must know, Satan is b• … sie enough to tempt us, we need not go to tempt him:
Brothers, we must know, Satan is b• … sie enough to tempt us, we need not go to tempt him:
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Eve lost all that she had by hearing one Sermon, but 'twas from the Devil.Eve lost all that she had by hearing one Sermon, but 'twas from the devil.
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Therefore, if you would not have your pockets pickt, do not trade amongst Cheaters: 1 Tim. 6. 3, 5. If any man • … each otherwise, &c. (then that ye have received,
Therefore, if you would not have your pockets picked, do not trade among Cheaters: 1 Tim. 6. 3, 5. If any man • … each otherwise, etc. (then that you have received,
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and we preached) from such withdraw thy self; that's a good, honest, laudable separation, from such withdraw thy self.
and we preached) from such withdraw thy self; that's a good, honest, laudable separation, from such withdraw thy self.
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6. Where God doth not find a mouth to speak, do not you find an ear to hear, nor an heart to believe.
6. Where God does not find a Mouth to speak, do not you find an ear to hear, nor an heart to believe.
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[ pray mind it, this I am sure is of concernment ] This is one of the grand points in my Card or Compass, on which I hope I shall venture all If any man come with a Doctrine not according to the word of God, let him carry it whither he will, what have I to do with it? Either you come from God,
[ pray mind it, this I am sure is of concernment ] This is one of the grand points in my Carded or Compass, on which I hope I shall venture all If any man come with a Doctrine not according to the word of God, let him carry it whither he will, what have I to do with it? Either you come from God,
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or no, If you do, shew me his word, and I'le believe it? if not, open your pack where you please, &c. where God doth not find a mouth to speak, where you have not a precept, promise, threatning or example in the word of God, let them talk their hearts out, 'tis nothing to me, to my Religion, to my salvation.
or no, If you do, show me his word, and I'll believe it? if not, open your pack where you please, etc. where God does not find a Mouth to speak, where you have not a precept, promise, threatening or Exampl in the word of God, let them talk their hearts out, it's nothing to me, to my Religion, to my salvation.
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Object. But what ground have you for this? Ans. Iesuit. I will tell you my ground:Object. But what ground have you for this? Ans. Iesuit. I will tell you my ground:
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this is my great hold I have against Popery. Could they convince me of this, that I must believe with an implicite faith,
this is my great hold I have against Popery. Could they convince me of this, that I must believe with an implicit faith,
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because they say it, I think it would not be long before I turn'd Papist. Quest. But why must I not believe it with an implicite faith?Because they say it, I think it would not be long before I turned Papist. Quest. But why must I not believe it with an implicit faith?
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Ans. Look you into those three great Scriptures, Mat. 15. 2. Why do thy disciples transgresse the traditions of the Elders? The Jewes come and tell Christ he was not a true Son of the Church of the Jewes, he was disobedient to the Church of the Jewes;Ans. Look you into those three great Scriptures, Mathew 15. 2. Why do thy Disciples transgress the traditions of the Elders? The Jews come and tell christ he was not a true Son of the Church of the Jews, he was disobedient to the Church of the Jews;
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why? thou hast Disciples that walk not as they ought;
why? thou hast Disciples that walk not as they ought;
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what do they do? they commit an unpardonable sin, They transgresse the Traditions of the Elders, they break one of the greatest Commandements.
what do they do? they commit an unpardonable since, They transgress the Traditions of the Elders, they break one of the greatest commandments.
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What's that tradition? They wash not their hands when they eat bread: This was the great sin, and they charge it on him, eat with unwashen hands:
What's that tradition? They wash not their hands when they eat bred: This was the great since, and they charge it on him, eat with unwashen hands:
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why? why bring you in this tradition? what have you to say for it? what's that to the purpose? prove Iesus Christ that there is any thing in the Word of God that is against 〈 ◊ 〉? But, prove you out of the Word of God where they are bound to wash before they eat? If you will give out your imposition, make out your institution;
why? why bring you in this tradition? what have you to say for it? what's that to the purpose? prove Iesus christ that there is any thing in the Word of God that is against 〈 ◊ 〉? But, prove you out of the Word of God where they Are bound to wash before they eat? If you will give out your imposition, make out your Institution;
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and let me tell you, you talk of tradition, but first you set up an Altar God never thought of,
and let me tell you, you talk of tradition, but First you Set up an Altar God never Thought of,
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and secondly, you pull down Gods Altar:
and secondly, you pull down God's Altar:
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Why do you also transgress the Commandment of God by your tradition? For God commanded, saying, Honour thy Father and Mother; Why do you also transgress the Commandment of God by your tradition? For God commanded, saying, Honour thy Father and Mother;
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and he that curseth Father or Mother, let him dye the death:
and he that Curseth Father or Mother, let him die the death:
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But ye say, Whosoever shall say to his Father or Mother, It is a gift by whatsoever thou mightest be profited by me,
But you say, Whosoever shall say to his Father or Mother, It is a gift by whatsoever thou Mightest be profited by me,
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and honour not his Father and Mother, he shall be free; thus have ye made the Commandement of God of none effect by your Traditions:
and honour not his Father and Mother, he shall be free; thus have you made the Commandment of God of none Effect by your Traditions:
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Ye Hypocrites, you are told of it long ago;You Hypocrites, you Are told of it long ago;
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well did Esaias prophesie of you, saying, This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, well did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying, This people draws High unto me with their Mouth,
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and honoureth me with their lips, but their heart is far from me. They draw near, wash their hands, wash their cups, and have filthy souls!and Honoureth me with their lips, but their heart is Far from me. They draw near, wash their hands, wash their cups, and have filthy Souls!
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They honour me with their lips, &c. But though their principles, their heart is bad, their worship is good, is it not? No, In vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men. They honour me with their lips, etc. But though their principles, their heart is bad, their worship is good, is it not? No, In vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the Commandments of men.
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So then, my Brethren, remember, all those that teach for doctrines the precepts of men, in vain do they worship God;
So then, my Brothers, Remember, all those that teach for doctrines the Precepts of men, in vain do they worship God;
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Here's an innocent command, You must wash before you eat; if you do not wash, you do transgress the traditions of the Elders;
Here's an innocent command, You must wash before you eat; if you do not wash, you do transgress the traditions of the Elders;
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but let you starve Father and Mother, if you give but to the Church, to a Nunnery, Friery, &c. 'tis all one;
but let you starve Father and Mother, if you give but to the Church, to a Nunnery, Friary, etc. it's all one;
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so that all those that will for doctrines teach the traditions of men, will render the commandments of God of none effect;
so that all those that will for doctrines teach the traditions of men, will render the Commandments of God of none Effect;
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in vain do they worship me. in vain do they worship me.
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Look therefore, whereever God doth not find a tongue to speak, do not you find an ear to hear, nor an heart to believe.
Look Therefore, wherever God does not find a tongue to speak, do not you find an ear to hear, nor an heart to believe.
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Christians, if you expect Christs benediction, always call aloud for Christs Institution; so Col. 2. 18, 19. one of the greatest steps you have against Popery, Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary h• … mility,
Christians, if you expect Christ benediction, always call aloud for Christ Institution; so Col. 2. 18, 19. one of the greatest steps you have against Popery, Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary h• … mility,
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and worshipping of Angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puft up by his fleshly mind, &c Deut. 12. 32. What thing soever I command you, observe to do it, thou shalt not add thereto,
and worshipping of Angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind, etc. Deuteronomy 12. 32. What thing soever I command you, observe to do it, thou shalt not add thereto,
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nor • … minish from it. nor • … minish from it.
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There are no Wens in the body of Gods Precepts, therefore none of them to be cut off.
There Are no Wens in the body of God's Precepts, Therefore none of them to be Cut off.
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You must not deal with Gods Ordinances, as that Tyrant Proc• … st• … did with men if they were too long for his Bed, he would cut them shorter;
You must not deal with God's Ordinances, as that Tyrant Proc• … st• … did with men if they were too long for his Bed, he would Cut them shorter;
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if too short, he would pull their limbs out of joynt to make them longer Never think your selves in Conscience bound to lend an ear to that which God doth not find a mouth to speak.
if too short, he would pull their limbs out of joint to make them longer Never think your selves in Conscience bound to lend an ear to that which God does not find a Mouth to speak.
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7. Would you stand fast, beware of shaking doctrines: what are those? there are a great many of such doctrines that are shakings;
7. Would you stand fast, beware of shaking doctrines: what Are those? there Are a great many of such doctrines that Are shakings;
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give me leave to instance in three or four. 1. As you love your souls, beware of all doctrines that tend to,
give me leave to instance in three or four. 1. As you love your Souls, beware of all doctrines that tend to,
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and preach up licentiousness, loosness, and prophaneness. and preach up licentiousness, looseness, and profaneness.
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Should any tell you, you may lawfully violate and prophane the Sabbath, do not believe it;
Should any tell you, you may lawfully violate and profane the Sabbath, do not believe it;
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the doctrine of the Gospel is a doctrine of godliness;
the Doctrine of the Gospel is a Doctrine of godliness;
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it teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts, and to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world; it Teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, and to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world;
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therefore if you find any doctrine at any time that should have the least tendency to incourage you in any sin, know, 'tis a doctrine against the Gospel.
Therefore if you find any Doctrine At any time that should have the least tendency to encourage you in any since, know, it's a Doctrine against the Gospel.
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2. Whereever you find any doctrine that shall tend to the lifting up of mans free-will,
2. Wherever you find any Doctrine that shall tend to the lifting up of men freewill,
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and debasing of Gods free grace, know, 'tis a wicked doctrine, and against the genius of the Gospel.and debasing of God's free grace, know, it's a wicked Doctrine, and against the genius of the Gospel.
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Perhaps the Papists will tell you, we are aliv• …; Paul tells you, we are dead. They say that we can do any thing many things that we talk to the World we cannot do;
Perhaps the Papists will tell you, we Are aliv• …; Paul tells you, we Are dead. They say that we can do any thing many things that we talk to the World we cannot do;
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they say, that we can save our selves, and those with Christ if we will;
they say, that we can save our selves, and those with christ if we will;
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whereas the Apostle tells you, 1 Cor. 1. 14. The natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God,
whereas the Apostle tells you, 1 Cor. 1. 14. The natural man receives not the things of the Spirit of God,
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for they are foolishness unto him, neither can be know them ▪ because they are spiritually discerned. for they Are foolishness unto him, neither can be know them ▪ Because they Are spiritually discerned.
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It may be they will tell you, a natural man may love God with his heart, really as so, & savingly; whereas the Apostle tels you.
It may be they will tell you, a natural man may love God with his heart, really as so, & savingly; whereas the Apostle tells you.
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Rom. 8. 7. The carnal mind is enmity against God, for it is not subject unto the Law of God, neither indeed can be.
Rom. 8. 7. The carnal mind is enmity against God, for it is not Subject unto the Law of God, neither indeed can be.
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Remember it, in all those Doctrines wherein we do agree with those whom we call Pelagians, and their brood the Arminians, so far we agree with the Iesuits, and the worst of Papists.
remember it, in all those Doctrines wherein we do agree with those whom we call Pelagians, and their brood the Arminians, so Far we agree with the Iesuits, and the worst of Papists.
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3. As you would avoid Hell, avoid all those Doctrines that would lift up self-righteousness, and debase the righteousness of Christ.
3. As you would avoid Hell, avoid all those Doctrines that would lift up self-righteousness, and debase the righteousness of christ.
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I fear I shall never be in that capacity that I would, to stand you in stead in this particular.
I Fear I shall never be in that capacity that I would, to stand you in stead in this particular.
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I confess I am against forty things in Popery, but my whole soul is here ingaged:
I confess I am against forty things in Popery, but my Whole soul is Here engaged:
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if that Doctrine be a truth, I never expect salvation by God:
if that Doctrine be a truth, I never expect salvation by God:
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either I must be saved by Christ alone, or else I must not be saved by Christ at all:
either I must be saved by christ alone, or Else I must not be saved by christ At all:
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though Christ will never save me without sanctification, yet Christ never intended my sanctification should merit his salvation.
though christ will never save me without sanctification, yet christ never intended my sanctification should merit his salvation.
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Be as holy as you can, as if there were no Gospel to save;
Be as holy as you can, as if there were no Gospel to save;
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yet when you are as holy as you can, you must believe in Christ, as if there were no Law at all to condemn you.
yet when you Are as holy as you can, you must believe in christ, as if there were no Law At all to condemn you.
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Come and tell me of the Merit of Saints, &c. I will believe that truth,
Come and tell me of the Merit of Saints, etc. I will believe that truth,
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when I believe the Whore of Babylon to be Christs Spouse. See Phil. 3. 9. 2 Cor. 5. 21. 8. Would you stand? you must be praying Christians.
when I believe the Whore of Babylon to be Christ Spouse. See Philip 3. 9. 2 Cor. 5. 21. 8. Would you stand? you must be praying Christians.
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I confess when most of my strings are broken, there is yet one holds, there is a spirit of prayer (remember Atheis• …) among the Saints of God, I can pray yet:
I confess when most of my strings Are broken, there is yet one holds, there is a Spirit of prayer (Remember Atheis• …) among the Saints of God, I can pray yet:
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and I had rather stand against the Canons of the wicked, than against the prayers of the righteous.
and I had rather stand against the Canonas of the wicked, than against the Prayers of the righteous.
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Oh! pray that you enter not into temptation; or, if we enter into temptation, Lord, let not the temptation enter into us.
Oh! pray that you enter not into temptation; or, if we enter into temptation, Lord, let not the temptation enter into us.
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Pray, If possible, let this Cup pass from me; but, if not, let it not poyson me, but let me be bettered by it,
prey, If possible, let this Cup pass from me; but, if not, let it not poison me, but let me be bettered by it,
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and in due time deliver me from it.
and in due time deliver me from it.
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I believe it would be a great temptation to you, if it should be said to you, you shall trade with no man any more, &c. you have enjoyed these and these comforts, bid them 〈 ◊ 〉 for ever, you shall have no more to do with them, this would be a temptation.
I believe it would be a great temptation to you, if it should be said to you, you shall trade with no man any more, etc. you have enjoyed these and these comforts, bid them 〈 ◊ 〉 for ever, you shall have no more to do with them, this would be a temptation.
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Temptations and trials are great, and certainly where they are so, prayer should be strong.
Temptations and trials Are great, and Certainly where they Are so, prayer should be strong.
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There's no relief to be expected on earth, all our relief is to be expected from God,
There's no relief to be expected on earth, all our relief is to be expected from God,
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and that is to be obtained by prayer.
and that is to be obtained by prayer.
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Pray, that God would be pleased above all things in the world to make you sincere; would you be stedfast in your profession, you must be sincere in your practice:
prey, that God would be pleased above all things in the world to make you sincere; would you be steadfast in your profession, you must be sincere in your practice:
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To him that hath shall be given, that is a comfort;To him that hath shall be given, that is a Comfort;
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to him that hath but truth of grace, to him shall be given growth of grace.
to him that hath but truth of grace, to him shall be given growth of grace.
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9. Would you be steady Christians, then make it your great work to attend the Ordinances that God hath prescribed to make you steady Christians:
9. Would you be steady Christians, then make it your great work to attend the Ordinances that God hath prescribed to make you steady Christians:
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You were told of this many years ago concerning attending the Ordinances of God. Quest. Pray what are those?
You were told of this many Years ago Concerning attending the Ordinances of God. Quest. Pray what Are those?
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Ans. 1. There are secret Ordinances. It may be thou canst not be so much in the Pulpit as thou wouldst:Ans. 1. There Are secret Ordinances. It may be thou Canst not be so much in the Pulpit as thou Wouldst:
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Oh! be more in thy Closet:
Oh! be more in thy Closet:
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it may be thou shalt not have so many opportunities to hear so many Lectures, be more consciencious in thy meditations in secret;
it may be thou shalt not have so many opportunities to hear so many Lectures, be more conscientious in thy meditations in secret;
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it may be thou shalt not have that freedom with God in publick, be more earnest with God in private.
it may be thou shalt not have that freedom with God in public, be more earnest with God in private.
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2. Mind your Families more then ever; you have your Children and Servants call aloud upon you.
2. Mind your Families more then ever; you have your Children and Servants call aloud upon you.
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How many grave faces do I see at this time, that can tell me, Sir, I remember some twenty or thirty years ago, you could not pass the streets,
How many grave faces do I see At this time, that can tell me, Sir, I Remember Some twenty or thirty Years ago, you could not pass the streets,
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but here was one Family repeating the Word of God ▪ another singing the praises of God, another praying to God, another conferring concerning the things of God;
but Here was one Family repeating the Word of God ▪ Another singing the praises of God, Another praying to God, Another conferring Concerning the things of God;
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at that time we had not so many foolish absurd excursions into streets and fields as now.
At that time we had not so many foolish absurd excursions into streets and fields as now.
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O for the Lords sake begin to take them up now: Let the Amorite, Perizite and Iebusite do what they will; but oh!
O for the lords sake begin to take them up now: Let the Amorite, Perizzite and Iebusite do what they will; but o!
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for you and your children, and your servants, do you serve the Lord; up again with those godly Exercises;
for you and your children, and your Servants, do you serve the Lord; up again with those godly Exercises;
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when we cannot hear a Sermon, then read a Sermon;
when we cannot hear a Sermon, then read a Sermon;
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if we cannot hear a Sermon well preach'd, our godly Parents would engage us to read Sermons well penn'd; if nothing new, let the word be repeated and meditated, call to mind what you have heard; oh!
if we cannot hear a Sermon well preached, our godly Parents would engage us to read Sermons well penned; if nothing new, let the word be repeated and meditated, call to mind what you have herd; o!
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reduce your selves to your Christian frame:
reduce your selves to your Christian frame:
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let the debauched Athiests know, they have something among you that is to be feared, that is your prayers;
let the debauched Atheists know, they have something among you that is to be feared, that is your Prayers;
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let them know, that though you have not those opportunities you have had, yet you will improve those you have.
let them know, that though you have not those opportunities you have had, yet you will improve those you have.
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And you Masters of this Parish, for Gods sake keep in your servants on this day more then ever;
And you Masters of this Parish, for God's sake keep in your Servants on this day more then ever;
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you are to be accountable for their souls, and they will give you a thousand thanks when they come to age, especially at the day of Judgement ▪ Oh then, blessed be God I had such a Master, blessed be God I had such a Mistress, blessed be God I had such Parents.
you Are to be accountable for their Souls, and they will give you a thousand thanks when they come to age, especially At the day of Judgement ▪ O then, blessed be God I had such a Master, blessed be God I had such a Mistress, blessed be God I had such Parents.
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Quest. But then for publick Ordinances, what would you have us do?Quest. But then for public Ordinances, what would you have us do?
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Ans. 1. Wherever Christ doth find a tongue to speak, I am bound to find an ear to hear, and an heart to believe. I would not be mistaken;Ans. 1. Wherever christ does find a tongue to speak, I am bound to find an ear to hear, and an heart to believe. I would not be mistaken;
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I bless the Lord I am not turned out of my Ministry for being a Schismatick. I know Schism is a sin, nor know I any of my Brethren that are so, do not mistake us,
I bless the Lord I am not turned out of my Ministry for being a Schismatic. I know Schism is a since, nor know I any of my Brothers that Are so, do not mistake us,
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therefore do not go and tell the Iesuits we are Schismaticks, for we are none;
Therefore do not go and tell the Iesuits we Are Schismatics, for we Are none;
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but this I would advise, (I speak as though I were dying) do whatsoever lies in your power, to hear such whom you think to be godly;
but this I would Advice, (I speak as though I were dying) do whatsoever lies in your power, to hear such whom you think to be godly;
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beg of God, be earnest with him, that he would give Pastors after his own heart, and whom God hath sent;
beg of God, be earnest with him, that he would give Pastors After his own heart, and whom God hath sent;
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not such as may daub with untempered morter, and not such as may prophesie lies in the Name of the Lord;
not such as may daub with untempered mortar, and not such as may prophesy lies in the Name of the Lord;
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not such as may be clouds without water, but such as may be guides of the blind, burning and shining lights, faithful Stewards. What shall you do!
not such as may be Clouds without water, but such as may be guides of the blind, burning and shining lights, faithful Stewards. What shall you do!
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what did you do twenty or thirty years ago? What did the good old Puritans do? they were not Schismaticks. But as much as lies in you possible, hear them, whom in your conscience you judge God doth hear:
what did you do twenty or thirty Years ago? What did the good old Puritans do? they were not Schismatics. But as much as lies in you possible, hear them, whom in your conscience you judge God does hear:
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Oh! then expect the Word of God should come to your hearts when you have ground to believe that it comes from your Pastors heart:
Oh! then expect the Word of God should come to your hearts when you have ground to believe that it comes from your Pastors heart:
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I must confess I intend to do the fame, when put into the same condition with you.
I must confess I intend to do the fame, when put into the same condition with you.
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I acknowledge I am bound in conscience to hear the Word of God, but I must take care whom I hear;
I acknowledge I am bound in conscience to hear the Word of God, but I must take care whom I hear;
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hear those by whom God speaks; I hope God will grant several such.
hear those by whom God speaks; I hope God will grant several such.
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Take but this advice more, and I have no more to say, Whatever abuse you find either in Pastor or people,
Take but this Advice more, and I have no more to say, Whatever abuse you find either in Pastor or people,
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or whereever you find it, do not you go, as your old use hath been, to rail, calumniate, back-bite, and speak behind their backs; or wherever you find it, do not you go, as your old use hath been, to rail, calumniate, backbite, and speak behind their backs;
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this is wicked and ungodly, but do every one according as God prescribes us that are members of any visible Church;
this is wicked and ungodly, but do every one according as God prescribes us that Are members of any visible Church;
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what is that? if I know any thing against my brother, do not go and make a sputter and noise,
what is that? if I know any thing against my brother, do not go and make a sputter and noise,
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and back-bite, but take the rule of Christ, If thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him of his fault between him and thee alone;
and backbite, but take the Rule of christ, If thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him of his fault between him and thee alone;
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if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother; but if he will not hear thee, then take with thee one or two more;
if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother; but if he will not hear thee, then take with thee one or two more;
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and if he neglect to hear them, tell it to the Church, and leave the blood at their door;and if he neglect to hear them, tell it to the Church, and leave the blood At their door;
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thou hast freed thine own soul. I hope by Gods grace I shall do so. Thus I have spoken something from this Scripture:
thou hast freed thine own soul. I hope by God's grace I shall do so. Thus I have spoken something from this Scripture:
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I cannot speak what I desire;
I cannot speak what I desire;
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for besides the exhausting of my spirits, there is something to be done after, viz. a Funeral Sermon.
for beside the exhausting of my spirits, there is something to be done After, viz. a Funeral Sermon.
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I shall say no more but only this, The God of Heaven be pleased to make you mind these plain things;
I shall say no more but only this, The God of Heaven be pleased to make you mind these plain things;
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I can truly say this, I have not spoken one word (that I remember) which I would not have said to you if I had been just a dying,
I can truly say this, I have not spoken one word (that I Remember) which I would not have said to you if I had been just a dying,
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and been going to God as soon as gone out of the Pulpit; and the God of peace • … e with you;
and been going to God as soon as gone out of the Pulpit; and the God of peace • … e with you;
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only mind that one thing, When God doth not find a tongue to speak, do not you find an ear to hear, nor an heart to believe.
only mind that one thing, When God does not find a tongue to speak, do not you find an ear to hear, nor an heart to believe.
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Mr. Collin's Farewell Sermon. Jude. v. 3. Contend earnestly for the faith, &c. THese words contain two parts: 1. A Duty exhorted to. 2. The manner of the management of that Duty.
Mr. Collin's Farewell Sermon. U^de. v. 3. Contend earnestly for the faith, etc. THese words contain two parts: 1. A Duty exhorted to. 2. The manner of the management of that Duty.
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The Duty exhorted to, is, to retain the faith delivered to the Saints: The manner of its management is, that we should earnestly contend to keep it.
The Duty exhorted to, is, to retain the faith Delivered to the Saints: The manner of its management is, that we should earnestly contend to keep it.
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I opened the termes, What's meant by faith? It is not so much the grace of faith, but the doctrine of faith;
I opened the terms, What's meant by faith? It is not so much the grace of faith, but the Doctrine of faith;
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not special faith, whereby we apprehend special mercy upon a promise made to the Elect,
not special faith, whereby we apprehend special mercy upon a promise made to the Elect,
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but the Fides quae creditur, the whole substance of the doctrine of Christ as to things that are to be believed,
but the Fides Quae creditur, the Whole substance of the Doctrine of christ as to things that Are to be believed,
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and duties that are to be practised.
and duties that Are to be practised.
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But why is it said, The faith that was once delivered? (that is) invariably, irrevocably, once for all? Delivered, respects the priviledge the Saints of God had in the faith that God had left:
But why is it said, The faith that was once Delivered? (that is) invariably, irrevocably, once for all? Delivered, respects the privilege the Saints of God had in the faith that God had left:
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it is the faith of the Gospel, committed as a Treasure:
it is the faith of the Gospel, committed as a Treasure:
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And the Church is called a Candlestick, not only to hold out the light, but to hold the light:
And the Church is called a Candlestick, not only to hold out the Light, but to hold the Light:
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whence the Church is called the pillar, or the ground of truth:
whence the Church is called the pillar, or the ground of truth:
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not that they are to make Doctrines, but to hold forth the Doctrines of Christ even as Tables and Pillars, upon which Proclamations are hung and held forth to be made publique:
not that they Are to make Doctrines, but to hold forth the Doctrines of christ even as Tables and Pillars, upon which Proclamations Are hung and held forth to be made public:
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so is the Church of Christ, it is that in which the Truths of the Lord Jesus are kept,
so is the Church of christ, it is that in which the Truths of the Lord jesus Are kept,
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and will be kept from one age to another.
and will be kept from one age to Another.
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But what is the import of the word [ Earnestly contend? ] It is a word used only once in the new Testament in the Composition:
But what is the import of the word [ Earnestly contend? ] It is a word used only once in the new Testament in the Composition:
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The word in the root is frequently used, and imports a strugling with might and mair,
The word in the root is frequently used, and imports a struggling with might and more,
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as those that use to run at games. It is used for Iesus Christ in his sufferings, He was in an Agony; as those that use to run At games. It is used for Iesus christ in his sufferings, He was in an Agony;
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the same word from whence this word is compounded.
the same word from whence this word is compounded.
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The Apostle would imply such a contention, such a struggling to keep the faith of the Gospel,
The Apostle would imply such a contention, such a struggling to keep the faith of the Gospel,
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as one word in the English is not able to express it, and Interpreters very much differ what is the import:
as one word in the English is not able to express it, and Interpreters very much differ what is the import:
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the best center in this, that we should so contend for the faith, as men that would contend to keep their very lives.
the best centre in this, that we should so contend for the faith, as men that would contend to keep their very lives.
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The Proposition is this, That it is the duty of the Saints of God to maintain an earnest contention, to struggle for,
The Proposition is this, That it is the duty of the Saints of God to maintain an earnest contention, to struggle for,
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and to keep the faith that was betrusted with them. Wherein this Contention doth cons• … st.
and to keep the faith that was betrusted with them. Wherein this Contention does cons• … Saint.
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1. It is not a carnal contention; the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but spiritual;
1. It is not a carnal contention; the weapons of our warfare Are not carnal, but spiritual;
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the Saints are not called to contend for the faith with carnal weapons, with carnal power and force: ( not by might and power,
the Saints Are not called to contend for the faith with carnal weapons, with carnal power and force: (not by might and power,
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but by the Spirit of God ) force, and power, and a fleshly arme, prisons, pillories,but by the Spirit of God) force, and power, and a fleshly arm, prisons, pillories,
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and chains, and taking away of mens comforts and estates upon the account of the faith of the Gospel, hath been the usual way of Errors defending it self:
and chains, and taking away of men's comforts and estates upon the account of the faith of the Gospel, hath been the usual Way of Errors defending it self:
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Prayers and Tears are the Churches weapons. 2. 'Tis not a contention of uncharitableness: This contention allows no murthering either of the bodies or souls of men:
Prayers and Tears Are the Churches weapons. 2. It's not a contention of uncharitableness: This contention allows no murdering either of the bodies or Souls of men:
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Christians are so to contend against error and sinful practice, as to love their persons, and pitty those they contend with.
Christians Are so to contend against error and sinful practice, as to love their Persons, and pity those they contend with.
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There are some opinions, that there is no way to shew a holy way of zeal against,
There Are Some opinions, that there is no Way to show a holy Way of zeal against,
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nor be able to destroy them, but by a holy separating from the persons:
nor be able to destroy them, but by a holy separating from the Persons:
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there were such to whom it was not lawful to say, God speed, or receive them into their houses:
there were such to whom it was not lawful to say, God speed, or receive them into their houses:
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but yet this is in order to the saving the soul: Saving some, plucking them as brands out of the fire.
but yet this is in order to the Saving the soul: Saving Some, plucking them as brands out of the fire.
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But positively, this holy contention it consists in these four things. 1. In managing the Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God, against error and sinful practices, to be able to confute them mightily,
But positively, this holy contention it consists in these four things. 1. In managing the Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God, against error and sinful practices, to be able to confute them mightily,
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as Apollos did, out of the Scriptures, shewing the Jewes that Jesus is the Christ. 2. By Prayer:
as Apollos did, out of the Scriptures, showing the Jews that jesus is the christ. 2. By Prayer:
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for to pray down sinful opinions and practices.
for to pray down sinful opinions and practices.
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That we mean when we pray, Thy Kingdome come, that the Gospel may run on and be glorified:
That we mean when we pray, Thy Kingdom come, that the Gospel may run on and be glorified:
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that these nights of darknesse may be dispelled: that Truth may shine to the perfect day. 3. By holy practising against them:
that these nights of darkness may be dispelled: that Truth may shine to the perfect day. 3. By holy practising against them:
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by holding forth the Word of life in your conversation:
by holding forth the Word of life in your Conversation:
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by striving together by a mutual provocation for the faith of the Gospel in respect of holy walking. 4. By being able to suffer for them ▪
by striving together by a mutual provocation for the faith of the Gospel in respect of holy walking. 4. By being able to suffer for them ▪
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The Reasons of the Point I gave you.
The Reasons of the Point I gave you.
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I shall now sum up all in a word of Exhortation, to presse every one that bears the name of a Saint, to take up this Exhortation of the Apostle, Earnestly to contend for the faith that was once delivered • … o the Saints The sum of all is, to beg that you would be vali• … nt for th• … truth of Christ;
I shall now sum up all in a word of Exhortation, to press every one that bears the name of a Saint, to take up this Exhortation of the Apostle, Earnestly to contend for the faith that was once Delivered • … oh the Saints The sum of all is, to beg that you would be vali• … nt for th• … truth of christ;
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that whatever hath been delivered to you consonant to the truth, agreeable to the saith delivered to us, that you would struggle might and main by all Christian courage, by argument, practice, prayer, by suffering, rather then let go those Truths that God hath taught you by his faithful Ministers:
that whatever hath been Delivered to you consonant to the truth, agreeable to the Says Delivered to us, that you would struggle might and main by all Christian courage, by argument, practice, prayer, by suffering, rather then let go those Truths that God hath taught you by his faithful Ministers:
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that Christ that hath been preached to you. those Scriptures you have in your hands: those Doctrines you have learned by experience, by prayer, by searching the Word:
that christ that hath been preached to you. those Scriptures you have in your hands: those Doctrines you have learned by experience, by prayer, by searching the Word:
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those wayes of worship God hath taught you: those patterns of his house, and out-goings, and returnings there that he hath taught you:
those ways of worship God hath taught you: those patterns of his house, and outgoings, and returnings there that he hath taught you:
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be exhorted to hold them fast, and not to let them go: ( Contend earnestly for the faith, &c.)
be exhorted to hold them fast, and not to let them go: (Contend earnestly for the faith, etc.)
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It is to be lamented, that there is so sad a spirit of indifferency among Christians,
It is to be lamented, that there is so sad a Spirit of indifferency among Christians,
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as we find at this day.
as we find At this day.
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Many do so carry it, as if there were nothing in the Gospel of Christ that were worthy the owning by practising,
Many do so carry it, as if there were nothing in the Gospel of christ that were worthy the owning by practising,
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or worthy the owning by suffering.
or worthy the owning by suffering.
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This luke-warm indifferent temper hath done the Church of God a great deal of mischief formerly;
This lukewarm indifferent temper hath done the Church of God a great deal of mischief formerly;
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and if admitted now, will do you as much mischief again.
and if admitted now, will do you as much mischief again.
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It hath been one of the sins which the Lord at this day is judging and punishing his poor people for, that our zeal hath been so hot against one another for meer circumstances,
It hath been one of the Sins which the Lord At this day is judging and punishing his poor people for, that our zeal hath been so hight against one Another for mere Circumstances,
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and so cold when we are like to lose the substance:
and so cold when we Are like to loose the substance:
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that our contentions rise so high in matters hardly of any moment, and our spirits work so low when they are to gain the great things for which Christ suffered,
that our contentions rise so high in matters hardly of any moment, and our spirits work so low when they Are to gain the great things for which christ suffered,
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and which he delivered to us.
and which he Delivered to us.
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It is my work therefore to beg you, that you would put on a holy resolution, that there may be no contention among us (for we are Brethren) but only that contention, who may most retain,
It is my work Therefore to beg you, that you would put on a holy resolution, that there may be no contention among us (for we Are Brothers) but only that contention, who may most retain,
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and evidently witnesse the Faith that is delivered to us:
and evidently witness the Faith that is Delivered to us:
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It is the trust God hath committed, and he doth expect and look • … ow we will manage it with courage and confidence, to keep the faith of the Gospel.
It is the trust God hath committed, and he does expect and look • … owe we will manage it with courage and confidence, to keep the faith of the Gospel.
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There are very great oppositions against you, and there ought to be great resolutions of Christians to maintain themselvs against such oppositions.
There Are very great oppositions against you, and there ought to be great resolutions of Christians to maintain themselves against such oppositions.
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It is a very sad thing that Christians should see the Faith and the wayes of the Gospel of God,
It is a very sad thing that Christians should see the Faith and the ways of the Gospel of God,
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as it were taken from them at any time, and they have not one word to speak,
as it were taken from them At any time, and they have not one word to speak,
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nor any thing at all for to venture in suffering for the wayes and truths of Jesus Christ:
nor any thing At all for to venture in suffering for the ways and truths of jesus christ:
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Moses had such a holy zeal, that when Aaron was an example to the people to lead them to Idolatry, he contended with him earnestly to his face.Moses had such a holy zeal, that when Aaron was an Exampl to the people to led them to Idolatry, he contended with him earnestly to his face.
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The zeal of Gods servants is so small now, that though Balaam be about the work, we have not a word to speak;
The zeal of God's Servants is so small now, that though balaam be about the work, we have not a word to speak;
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Though the false ▪ prophets of Antichrist be about the businesse, yet no Christian hath courage to speak.
Though the false ▪ Prophets of Antichrist be about the business, yet no Christian hath courage to speak.
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The holy Apostle Paul, when Peter walked with an uneven foot, and began to Iudaise, he tells us he did resist him to his face:
The holy Apostle Paul, when Peter walked with an uneven foot, and began to Iudaise, he tells us he did resist him to his face:
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shall Paul resist Simon-Peter, and shall not the Saints of God resist Simon-Magus? shall they resist Hymenaeus and Philetus ▪ and shall we not contend with Alexander the Coppersmith? 'tis but sutable to what God expects;
shall Paul resist Simon-Peter, and shall not the Saints of God resist Simon-Magus? shall they resist Hymenaeus and Philetus ▪ and shall we not contend with Alexander the Coppersmith? it's but suitable to what God expects;
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and the Exhortation here given us, That we should maintain it with might and main,
and the Exhortation Here given us, That we should maintain it with might and main,
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as that which is our Treasure, which we will not let go, the Faith once delivered to the Saints.
as that which is our Treasure, which we will not let go, the Faith once Delivered to the Saints.
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To put you upon this, I might encourage you with several things: all the Reasons mentioned as are so many Motives to this holy spiritual contention:
To put you upon this, I might encourage you with several things: all the Reasons mentioned as Are so many Motives to this holy spiritual contention:
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Shall I tell you of three words further?
Shall I tell you of three words further?
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1. The mercy of Gods delivering the Truth to you, should engage you to this holy contention:
1. The mercy of God's delivering the Truth to you, should engage you to this holy contention:
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'tis such a mercy as is a non-such mercy, Psalm 147. the two last Verses, He that hath given his Iudgements to Iacob, and his Statutes to Israel:
it's such a mercy as is a nonesuch mercy, Psalm 147. the two last Verses, He that hath given his Judgments to Iacob, and his Statutes to Israel:
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He hath not dealt s• … with every Nation. How many of the greatest part of those that we call Christians, in the world, are put like Sampson to grinde among the Philistims? Superstition, Popery, Idolatry, Will-worship, such things as Jesus Christ never delivered to his Saints, having both their eyes out;He hath not dealt s• … with every nation. How many of the greatest part of those that we call Christians, in the world, Are put like Sampson to grind among the philistines? Superstition, Popery, Idolatry, Will-worship, such things as jesus christ never Delivered to his Saints, having both their eyes out;
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the Scripture ▪ light that should have shewed them the truth taken from them;
the Scripture ▪ Light that should have showed them the truth taken from them;
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and their Consciences that should teach them, carried in the pocket of some base Priest, that dare not think any other then what he will tell them.
and their Consciences that should teach them, carried in the pocket of Some base Priest, that Dare not think any other then what he will tell them.
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How many are there, even of the very reformed of the world, who onely get upon some broken plank of Ship-wrackt truth, whereby they swim to the Lord Jesus!
How many Are there, even of the very reformed of the world, who only get upon Some broken plank of Shipwrecked truth, whereby they swim to the Lord jesus!
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But God does not deal thus with us:
But God does not deal thus with us:
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you have had the whole Counsel of God revealed to you, a glorious light set up in the Nation for a hundred of years past, which hath been like the light of seven dayes:
you have had the Whole Counsel of God revealed to you, a glorious Light Set up in the nation for a hundred of Years past, which hath been like the Light of seven days:
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for these twenty years past the running to & fro of men hath increast knowledge: you have learned the truth from Gods faithful Ministers:
for these twenty Years passed the running to & from of men hath increased knowledge: you have learned the truth from God's faithful Ministers:
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you have received it with much affliction, with many temptations:
you have received it with much affliction, with many temptations:
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it hath cost Jesus Christ dear to send it, it hath cost you dear to receive it,
it hath cost jesus christ dear to send it, it hath cost you dear to receive it,
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and will you let it go? Your sin above all others will be most provoking to the Lord Jesus.
and will you let it go? Your since above all Others will be most provoking to the Lord jesus.
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2. I might tell you that 'tis a time, wherein many let go the faith;
2. I might tell you that it's a time, wherein many let go the faith;
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and methinks the Lord Jesus does by his poor unworthy messenger speak to this great Congregation,
and methinks the Lord jesus does by his poor unworthy Messenger speak to this great Congregation,
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as sometime he did to his Apostles, Will ye also go away? There are many that have been forward and eminent professors of the faith delivered to the Saints, that have made ship-wrack of faith and good conscience;
as sometime he did to his Apostles, Will you also go away? There Are many that have been forward and eminent professors of the faith Delivered to the Saints, that have made shipwreck of faith and good conscience;
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will you split upon the same rock? God hath kept the truth for you,
will you split upon the same rock? God hath kept the truth for you,
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and kept you in the truth hitherto, and is coming to see whether you will leave it, and keep it or no.
and kept you in the truth hitherto, and is coming to see whither you will leave it, and keep it or no.
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We have been sucking at the breasts of the Ordinances, and dandled upon the Knees of providence,
We have been sucking At the breasts of the Ordinances, and dandled upon the Knees of providence,
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and gone on in a smooth way of profession;
and gone on in a smooth Way of profession;
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but what will you do now when you must come possibly to suffer persecution for it? to keep the faith, you may lose your Liberty, Life, Estate.
but what will you do now when you must come possibly to suffer persecution for it? to keep the faith, you may loose your Liberty, Life, Estate.
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And there's a great deal of hazard upon this account, because it hath pleased God so to dispose it,
And there's a great deal of hazard upon this account, Because it hath pleased God so to dispose it,
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as that those that should be your guides into truth, the Lord is removing them into corners.
as that those that should be your guides into truth, the Lord is removing them into corners.
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Possibly while they have been with you, you have kept the faith;
Possibly while they have been with you, you have kept the faith;
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but what will you do when they are gone? While Moses was with the people, they cleaved to the Lord;
but what will you do when they Are gone? While Moses was with the people, they cleaved to the Lord;
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when once he was gone into the Mount, they fell to their Idolatry, and worshipped a Calf.
when once he was gone into the Mount, they fell to their Idolatry, and worshipped a Calf.
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While Paul was at Ephesus, the flock was kept pure, but (saith he) I know after my departure, grievous Wolves shall break in, not sparing the flock, &c. So while you have heard of God, who sends voices and warnings to scare away the Wolves and Foxes from you, possibly you may keep the faith;
While Paul was At Ephesus, the flock was kept pure, but (Says he) I know After my departure, grievous Wolves shall break in, not sparing the flock, etc. So while you have herd of God, who sends voices and Warnings to scare away the Wolves and Foxes from you, possibly you may keep the faith;
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but what will you do when God removes them?
but what will you do when God removes them?
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3. God hath ever had in all ages of his Church, a word of his Patience to be kept to try his Saints,
3. God hath ever had in all ages of his Church, a word of his Patience to be kept to try his Saints,
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and therefore it does concern you for to be valiant for the truth.
and Therefore it does concern you for to be valiant for the truth.
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In all the series of Gods dispensations with his Church, there hath been something or other of the faith of Christ, that hath cost them resisting to blood, to sacrifice their lives, to lay down all that they have for it by suffering:
In all the series of God's dispensations with his Church, there hath been something or other of the faith of christ, that hath cost them resisting to blood, to sacrifice their lives, to lay down all that they have for it by suffering:
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Now even as they, so we; if not in the same thing, yet in the same faith:
Now even as they, so we; if not in the same thing, yet in the same faith:
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we have still some word or other of Gods patience to keep; therefore we need to have on the Armour of Light;
we have still Some word or other of God's patience to keep; Therefore we need to have on the Armour of Light;
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you must wrestle with the fierie Tryal, for there is some Jewel that Jesus Christ puts upon you to wear, that Persecutours, Persecutions, 〈 ◊ 〉, Hereticks will scratch at, which you must hold out with lo• … s of life to keep;
you must wrestle with the fiery Trial, for there is Some Jewel that jesus christ puts upon you to wear, that Persecutors, Persecutions, 〈 ◊ 〉, Heretics will scratch At, which you must hold out with lo• … s of life to keep;
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and this must be till the latter part of the rage and reign of Antichrist is out;
and this must be till the latter part of the rage and Reign of Antichrist is out;
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and even as you keep that, so will God keep you, Rev. 3. 10. As you honour the word of Gods patience, so God will honour you;
and even as you keep that, so will God keep you, Rev. 3. 10. As you honour the word of God's patience, so God will honour you;
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As you are faithfull to him, so will he give you the Crown, and no otherwise:
As you Are faithful to him, so will he give you the Crown, and no otherwise:
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Hence therefore it concerns us all to be armed with a holy confidence and resolution, as to this spiritual warfare, in contending for the faith delivered to us.
Hence Therefore it concerns us all to be armed with a holy confidence and resolution, as to this spiritual warfare, in contending for the faith Delivered to us.
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But the great thing I shall speak to, is, Wherein may Christians be helped in this holy strugling and conten• … ion?
But the great thing I shall speak to, is, Wherein may Christians be helped in this holy struggling and conten• … ion?
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I shall onely mention five or six things, some to fit you for it, others to help you in the management of it:
I shall only mention five or six things, Some to fit you for it, Others to help you in the management of it:
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I shall name them mixtly, and not distinct.
I shall name them mixedly, and not distinct.
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Rule 1.
Rule 1.
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First, bring all Doctrines that are offered you to believe, and all Practices that are put upon you to practise, to the Scriptures ▪ the word of God:
First, bring all Doctrines that Are offered you to believe, and all Practices that Are put upon you to practise, to the Scriptures ▪ the word of God:
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try them there whether they be to be retained, or to be rejected:
try them there whither they be to be retained, or to be rejected:
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You will have this double advantage by it: 1. To discover what is right and what is wrong. 2. To have on the best part of your Armour, whereby to contend against it.
You will have this double advantage by it: 1. To discover what is right and what is wrong. 2. To have on the best part of your Armour, whereby to contend against it.
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1. To discover what is right, and what is wrong; for the Scripture alone is the Touchstone of Doctrines, and the Tryal of Spirits:
1. To discover what is right, and what is wrong; for the Scripture alone is the Touchstone of Doctrines, and the Trial of Spirits:
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The Scripture does discover it self, and doth discover all things that are contrary to it:
The Scripture does discover it self, and does discover all things that Are contrary to it:
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when you are bidden to try all things, 'tis not by practising all things, as some poor giddy-headed Christians of late dayes have done, who have made the practising every opinion to be their trying of it, till they have run themselves into all opinions;
when you Are bidden to try all things, it's not by practising all things, as Some poor giddy-headed Christians of late days have done, who have made the practising every opinion to be their trying of it, till they have run themselves into all opinions;
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but 'tis by the Scripture you are first to try, and then to practise;
but it's by the Scripture you Are First to try, and then to practise;
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who are like the Noble Bereans, that were more noble then those of Thessalonica, because they searched the Scripture.
who Are like the Noble Bereans, that were more noble then those of Thessalonica, Because they searched the Scripture.
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To bring the Truths that have or shall be taught you, or the Doctrines that shall be imposed upon you, to the word of God;
To bring the Truths that have or shall be taught you, or the Doctrines that shall be imposed upon you, to the word of God;
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to see whether they be according to the Truth, or no: for false Doctrines, and false Worship, of all things they hate the Scripture most:
to see whither they be according to the Truth, or no: for false Doctrines, and false Worship, of all things they hate the Scripture most:
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they are like fal• … e coyn, or false Jewels, which go best in the night:
they Are like fal• … e coin, or false Jewels, which go best in the night:
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false coyn will not endure the Touchstone, nor false Jewels the day:
false coin will not endure the Touchstone, nor false Jewels the day:
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no more will false Doctrines the Scripture, therefore it will be a great way to discover them.
no more will false Doctrines the Scripture, Therefore it will be a great Way to discover them.
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2. It will be a great way to vanquish them, Eph. 6. Above all take the sword of the Spirit;
2. It will be a great Way to vanquish them, Ephesians 6. Above all take the sword of the Spirit;
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the word of God is the sword of the Spirit, by which we slay Heretical Doctrines,
the word of God is the sword of the Spirit, by which we slay Heretical Doctrines,
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and by which we are to slay sinful practises:
and by which we Are to slay sinful practises:
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All those stones that the Davids of God have flung at the Geliah's of Error, they have been taken out of the brook of the Scriptures:
All those stones that the Davids of God have flung At the Geliah's of Error, they have been taken out of the brook of the Scriptures:
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therefore reduce all Doctrines offered you to believe, all worships that are taught you to practise, to the word of God.
Therefore reduce all Doctrines offered you to believe, all worships that Are taught you to practise, to the word of God.
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1. All Doctrines that are taught you to believe, reduce them thither;
1. All Doctrines that Are taught you to believe, reduce them thither;
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there's no profession of faith to be built, but the stones must be fetched from that mountain:
there's no profession of faith to be built, but the stones must be fetched from that mountain:
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If you believe divine truths, but not because the Scripture propounds them, your faith is but humane:
If you believe divine truths, but not Because the Scripture propounds them, your faith is but humane:
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If you believe any thing the Scripture doth not speak, your faith is Diabolical: the word of God and your faith must run parallel:
If you believe any thing the Scripture does not speak, your faith is Diabolical: the word of God and your faith must run parallel:
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All that is written, you must believe, and you must believe nothing but what is written:
All that is written, you must believe, and you must believe nothing but what is written:
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This was the Rule of the Old Testament: Isa. 8. 20. To the Law and to the Testimony;
This was the Rule of the Old Testament: Isaiah 8. 20. To the Law and to the Testimony;
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to the Law (that is) to Moses: and to the Testimony (that is) to the Prophets:
to the Law (that is) to Moses: and to the Testimony (that is) to the prophets:
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if they speak not according to these, there's no light in them. When any thing was offered to Christ by way of enquiry, his common answer was,
if they speak not according to these, there's no Light in them. When any thing was offered to christ by Way of enquiry, his Common answer was,
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How readest thou? Luke 10. 26. How is it written? When the holy Apostle Paul would redresse the abuse of the Lords Supper, he does not carry the Corinthians to these and these Fathers, to this and that use and custome,
How Readest thou? Lycia 10. 26. How is it written? When the holy Apostle Paul would redress the abuse of the lords Supper, he does not carry the Corinthians to these and these Father's, to this and that use and custom,
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but brings that, how it was delivered from the Lord: he reduces them to the institution.
but brings that, how it was Delivered from the Lord: he reduces them to the Institution.
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What I have received from the Lord, that I have delivered to you, The word of God is perfect, in respect of Doctrine, and in respect of worship.
What I have received from the Lord, that I have Delivered to you, The word of God is perfect, in respect of Doctrine, and in respect of worship.
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So that whatsoever is offered you to believe, you must try it by the perfect rule;
So that whatsoever is offered you to believe, you must try it by the perfect Rule;
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for 'tis given by Divine institution to make the man of God perfect and wise to Salvation:
for it's given by Divine Institution to make the man of God perfect and wise to Salvation:
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it is such a Canon about Doctrines to be received, as nothing must be added nor taken from it:
it is such a Canon about Doctrines to be received, as nothing must be added nor taken from it:
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Rev. 22. Therefore it's called a Testament; Now no man dares add to another man's last Will and Testament:Rev. 22. Therefore it's called a Testament; Now no man dares add to Another Man's last Will and Testament:
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who shall dare to add a faith to the Faith of Gods Elect, to that which Christ hath delivered? I will give you this as a certain observation, that there never was any thing of false Doctrine brought into the Church,
who shall Dare to add a faith to the Faith of God's Elect, to that which christ hath Delivered? I will give you this as a certain observation, that there never was any thing of false Doctrine brought into the Church,
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or any thing of false worship imposed upon the Church, but either it was by neglecting the Scripture,
or any thing of false worship imposed upon the Church, but either it was by neglecting the Scripture,
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or by introducing something above the Scripture. 2. Bring hither all practice of worship, as well as Doctrines to be believed:
or by introducing something above the Scripture. 2. Bring hither all practice of worship, as well as Doctrines to be believed:
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try the wayes and forms of Christs house, by the word of Christ: he shews us the patterns thereof, the outgoings and returnings thereof:
try the ways and forms of Christ house, by the word of christ: he shows us the patterns thereof, the outgoings and returnings thereof:
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he was faithful in all his House, even as Moses was who did not leave a pin of the Tabernacle, but did appoint it.
he was faithful in all his House, even as Moses was who did not leave a pin of the Tabernacle, but did appoint it.
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There is nothing decent and comely in the Church, which is so much pleaded for, but what comes in by Christs institution.
There is nothing decent and comely in the Church, which is so much pleaded for, but what comes in by Christ Institution.
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Whatever you worship without a warrant from the word of God, or by whatever means you worship without a warrant from the word of God, you worship you know not what, Ioh. 4. 2). 'tis Will-worship:
Whatever you worship without a warrant from the word of God, or by whatever means you worship without a warrant from the word of God, you worship you know not what, John 4. 2). it's Will-worship:
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and by the same Rule you receive one Will-worship, you may receive twenty:
and by the same Rule you receive one Will-worship, you may receive twenty:
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'tis vain worship, it will never reach the end of your Communion with God: (for he is a Spirit,
it's vain worship, it will never reach the end of your Communion with God: (for he is a Spirit,
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and seeks such worshippers) it will never bring you to the enjoyment of God:
and seeks such worshippers) it will never bring you to the enjoyment of God:
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therefore in point of worship, bring it to the word of God, and as to faith and worship say, Hitherto my faith and my worship shalt thou go, and no further.
Therefore in point of worship, bring it to the word of God, and as to faith and worship say, Hitherto my faith and my worship shalt thou go, and no further.
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This rule rightly improved, it will dis-intangle you from the hooks, and take you off from the baits of those cunning Fowlers (for to such the Apostle doth compare them in the New Testament) who seek to betray souls from the simplicity of Gospel-faith.
This Rule rightly improved, it will disentangle you from the hooks, and take you off from the baits of those cunning Fowlers (for to such the Apostle does compare them in the New Testament) who seek to betray Souls from the simplicity of Gospelfaith.
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Never any did invent false doctrine, but to put up them, they put down the Scripture,
Never any did invent false Doctrine, but to put up them, they put down the Scripture,
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and they put out the eyes of Christians to make them bend to it:
and they put out the eyes of Christians to make them bend to it:
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before they use other means to compel them, their great work is to darken the light of the truth,
before they use other means to compel them, their great work is to darken the Light of the truth,
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and in the room of the Scripture to be your rule, they set up other Rules:
and in the room of the Scripture to be your Rule, they Set up other Rules:
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which, because there are three marvellous Popular, I desire to mention them in opposition to this Rule I have given you.
which, Because there Are three marvellous Popular, I desire to mention them in opposition to this Rule I have given you.
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There's a three-fold Rule men would set up to deceive poor souls: The name of a Church: Ancient Customes:
There's a threefold Rule men would Set up to deceive poor Souls: The name of a Church: Ancient Customs:
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The Generality of those where they live.
The Generality of those where they live.
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1. The specious Name of a Church, to make that a rule to Doctrine and to worship.
1. The specious Name of a Church, to make that a Rule to Doctrine and to worship.
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It was the plea of the Popish party in the Marion daies, What? will you not believe the Church? hath not the Church power to make Institutions and Canons about this,
It was the plea of the Popish party in the Marion days, What? will you not believe the Church? hath not the Church power to make Institutions and Canonas about this,
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and that, and the other? will you not believe the Church? will you go out from the true Church? Thus do men that go about to deceive;
and that, and the other? will you not believe the Church? will you go out from the true Church? Thus do men that go about to deceive;
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nothing like it as to the catching and deluding many poor souls, by making the Church their rule.
nothing like it as to the catching and deluding many poor Souls, by making the Church their Rule.
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It was the way of of the Popish party of old, and if Antichrist ever hath power again over the Church of Christ in that measure and degree it has had, you must expect it again:
It was the Way of of the Popish party of old, and if Antichrist ever hath power again over the Church of christ in that measure and degree it has had, you must expect it again:
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therefore let me caution you against it.
Therefore let me caution you against it.
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Can we enquire who this Church was? It was only the decree of the proud Church, Antichrist of old,
Can we inquire who this Church was? It was only the Decree of the proud Church, Antichrist of old,
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and the Antichristian Clergy, who (as you may read in their Stories) would Lord it over the Faith of Gods heritage.
and the Antichristian Clergy, who (as you may read in their Stories) would Lord it over the Faith of God's heritage.
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I must tell you, the name, and custome, and way of the Churches of Christ, is a reverend holy thing,
I must tell you, the name, and custom, and Way of the Churches of christ, is a reverend holy thing,
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even of that that is a true Church:
even of that that is a true Church:
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'Tis a weighty Argument, when the Apostle saith, We have no such Custome, nor the Churches of Christ:
It's a weighty Argument, when the Apostle Says, We have no such Custom, nor the Churches of christ:
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And therefore I do fully close with him that said, No sober man will go against Reason: No Christian against the Scripture:
And Therefore I do Fully close with him that said, No Sobrium man will go against Reason: No Christian against the Scripture:
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and no peaceable minded man against the Church: But then the Church must shine by a Divine Scripture Light:
and no peaceable minded man against the Church: But then the Church must shine by a Divine Scripture Light:
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If that be a rule it must be ruled by the Scripture; the Churches power is not Authoritative, as to give Laws against the Laws of Christ; it's only Ministerial:
If that be a Rule it must be ruled by the Scripture; the Churches power is not Authoritative, as to give Laws against the Laws of christ; it's only Ministerial:
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we do believe the Scripture for it self, and not because of the Church; we receive the Scripture by the Church:
we do believe the Scripture for it self, and not Because of the Church; we receive the Scripture by the Church:
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Hence therefore when we set up the name of a Church, let us see whether that Church walks in the way of Christ,
Hence Therefore when we Set up the name of a Church, let us see whither that Church walks in the Way of christ,
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whether she be his Spouse or no, whether she doth act according to his Institutions, whether they bring his light, yea or no; then submit:
whither she be his Spouse or no, whither she does act according to his Institutions, whither they bring his Light, yea or no; then submit:
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for it is not what a Church practises, but what they are warranted to practise:
for it is not what a Church practises, but what they Are warranted to practise:
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not what they hold for a truth, but what they are warranted to hold as the word of truth:
not what they hold for a truth, but what they Are warranted to hold as the word of truth:
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The word was written afte the Church; but as it is the word of God, its before it.
The word was written aft the Church; but as it is the word of God, its before it.
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This therefore will break the snare if you be set upon by the specious name of the Church;
This Therefore will break the snare if you be Set upon by the specious name of the Church;
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look that the Church hath warrant from Scripture Institution, and then submit to Church Institution.
look that the Church hath warrant from Scripture Institution, and then submit to Church Institution.
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A second Rule I observe men would set up to betray poor souls from the faith once delivered to them, is Ancient Custome: (Our Fathers worshipped in this Mountain) when they would hold forth that which the Scripture is short in, they will send us to such and such Customes, of so many hundred years standing.
A second Rule I observe men would Set up to betray poor Souls from the faith once Delivered to them, is Ancient Custom: (Our Father's worshipped in this Mountain) when they would hold forth that which the Scripture is short in, they will send us to such and such Customs, of so many hundred Years standing.
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It is to be bewailed that the date, the standing of false Doctrines and false Worships is so ancient;
It is to be bewailed that the date, the standing of false Doctrines and false Worships is so ancient;
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for though at first they were but Invocations, yet to succeeding Generations they become old:
for though At First they were but Invocations, yet to succeeding Generations they become old:
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And 'tis a very great truth, that That is the most ancient, is the most true,
And it's a very great truth, that That is the most ancient, is the most true,
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and therefore there lies a great snare in this.
and Therefore there lies a great snare in this.
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Therefore when Antiquity is pretended, if you find not their hoary heads in the way of Righteousness, there is little reason for you to reverence them, or comply with them;
Therefore when Antiquity is pretended, if you find not their hoary Heads in the Way of Righteousness, there is little reason for you to Reverence them, or comply with them;
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no more then there was reason so suddenly to be taken with the Gibeonites mouldy bread, and clouted shooes:
no more then there was reason so suddenly to be taken with the Gibeonites mouldy bred, and clouted shoes:
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When matters of Antiquity are pretended, say as Ignatius, Iesus Christus est mea Antiquitas, Jesus Christ is my Antiquity;
When matters of Antiquity Are pretended, say as Ignatius, Iesus Christus est mea Antiquitas, jesus christ is my Antiquity;
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so say, Truth is my Antiquity:
so say, Truth is my Antiquity:
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for though an opinion have been practised a thousand years, yet men may have the word of truth in their hearts that is ancienter then all.
for though an opinion have been practised a thousand Years, yet men may have the word of truth in their hearts that is ancienter then all.
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A third Rule that men would set up, is, The general course of the world, or place, the generality of those where they live:
A third Rule that men would Set up, is, The general course of the world, or place, the generality of those where they live:
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This was that the Popish Party did often mention to the Witnesses of Jesus Christ;
This was that the Popish Party did often mention to the Witnesses of jesus christ;
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what? will you be wiser then others? can't you do as others do? must you be singular? And this is a taking rule for to make you conformable to those things possibly the word of God will not warrant,
what? will you be Wiser then Others? can't you do as Others do? must you be singular? And this is a taking Rule for to make you conformable to those things possibly the word of God will not warrant,
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if you bring not this custome to the word of God: 'tis not what the most do, but what we may do:
if you bring not this custom to the word of God: it's not what the most do, but what we may do:
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'tis not what is the practise of all in general, but what ought to be the singular care,
it's not what is the practice of all in general, but what ought to be the singular care,
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and strict holiness of Christians in particular, that the word of God will allow:
and strict holiness of Christians in particular, that the word of God will allow:
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Christians are not to be conformable to the present world, Rom. 12. 1. The word will tell you it is no more safe to follow a multitude to do evil,
Christians Are not to be conformable to the present world, Rom. 12. 1. The word will tell you it is no more safe to follow a multitude to do evil,
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then it will be sweeter to be in Hell with a great company:
then it will be Sweeten to be in Hell with a great company:
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The word will let you know the secrets of the Lord are with a very few,
The word will let you know the secrets of the Lord Are with a very few,
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and those them that fear him: as for the whole world, it lies in wickedness:
and those them that Fear him: as for the Whole world, it lies in wickedness:
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The word will tell you, The waies of Jesus Christ, and the profession of Jesus Christ, is commonly called a Sect;
The word will tell you, The ways of jesus christ, and the profession of jesus christ, is commonly called a Sect;
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it is every where spoken against, and men hate it every where:
it is every where spoken against, and men hate it every where:
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Therefore set up this Rule in your hearts, in your houses, in your meditations, in your practise.
Therefore Set up this Rule in your hearts, in your houses, in your meditations, in your practice.
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Rule 2. Be very well rooted and established in the faith that hath been delivered to you.
Rule 2. Be very well rooted and established in the faith that hath been Delivered to you.
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I observe it's one of the great reasons why Christians so easily let go the profession they have made, is,
I observe it's one of the great Reasons why Christians so Easily let go the profession they have made, is,
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because they were never well built upon it, nor established in it.
Because they were never well built upon it, nor established in it.
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There are many Christians that through their own itching ears, heaping up Teachers to themselves, have never been rooted or established in the truth;
There Are many Christians that through their own itching ears, heaping up Teachers to themselves, have never been rooted or established in the truth;
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the Lord pity them and keep them this day:
the Lord pity them and keep them this day:
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Many Christians that have attended to establishing means, yet never seriously considered, nor laid things to their heart,
Many Christians that have attended to establishing means, yet never seriously considered, nor laid things to their heart,
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but are like those the Apostle speaks of, Heb. 5. 12. that had need to learn the first Oracles of God.
but Are like those the Apostle speaks of, Hebrew 5. 12. that had need to Learn the First Oracles of God.
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How many among us profess with the highest, but have little ground for their faith? only (with the Jews) the Traditions of the Elders, the custome of the place, Education,
How many among us profess with the highest, but have little ground for their faith? only (with the jews) the Traditions of the Elders, the custom of the place, Education,
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and because such a party of men say so, because no body denies it, because Ministers commonly preached it;
and Because such a party of men say so, Because no body Denies it, Because Ministers commonly preached it;
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but to take any solid and serious ground, they are yet to seek.
but to take any solid and serious ground, they Are yet to seek.
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'Tis not wi• … h the things of God as with other Arts, as Logick, Rhetorick, Astronomy;
It's not wi• … h the things of God as with other Arts, as Logic, Rhetoric, Astronomy;
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in these Arts the principle is presupposed to be proved;
in these Arts the principle is presupposed to be proved;
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no man goes about to prove there is Reason, that there is Number, that there are Heavenly bodies,
no man Goes about to prove there is Reason, that there is Number, that there Are Heavenly bodies,
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because sense and experience shews it: But 'tis quite otherwise in the things of God:
Because sense and experience shows it: But it's quite otherwise in the things of God:
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for you are not only to run away with the notion, that there is a God, that this God is one,
for you Are not only to run away with the notion, that there is a God, that this God is one,
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and that these are his word and his works;
and that these Are his word and his works;
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but you are to know this by experience ▪ because the knowledge of these things comes in by infusion, by faith, by a belief that God is:
but you Are to know this by experience ▪ Because the knowledge of these things comes in by infusion, by faith, by a belief that God is:
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For by Faith we believe the worlds were made by the word of God, Heb. 11. 2, 3. It is that therefore I would press you to, that you would labour for an established spirit:For by Faith we believe the world's were made by the word of God, Hebrew 11. 2, 3. It is that Therefore I would press you to, that you would labour for an established Spirit:
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Do not only hear the things of God, but see them; the first will but blind you, or at best leave you at great uncertainties; the last will settle you.
Do not only hear the things of God, but see them; the First will but blind you, or At best leave you At great uncertainties; the last will settle you.
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What was the reason of the holy Apostles zeal when they were under the greatest threatnings of the High Priests;
What was the reason of the holy Apostles zeal when they were under the greatest threatenings of the High Priests;
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and were forbid to speak in the name of Christ, and to speak of Justification by faith,
and were forbid to speak in the name of christ, and to speak of Justification by faith,
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and the Resurrection of Christ from the dead, and forgiveness of sins by him? (things that are furthest remote from sense and reason) the Apostle will tell you, Act. 4. 20. We cannot but speak the things we have seen and heard.
and the Resurrection of christ from the dead, and forgiveness of Sins by him? (things that Are furthest remote from sense and reason) the Apostle will tell you, Act. 4. 20. We cannot but speak the things we have seen and herd.
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Hence it is that poor silly women, that in respect of their Imbecility and Infirmity of sex, the terrours of the fire and faggot, might have been such to have brought them to Apostacy,
Hence it is that poor silly women, that in respect of their Imbecility and Infirmity of sex, the terrors of the fire and faggot, might have been such to have brought them to Apostasy,
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yet they confounded the great Doctors and Rabbies when they were brought before them;
yet they confounded the great Doctors and Rabbies when they were brought before them;
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they were able to burn, though they could not dispute, they beheld things that were invisible.
they were able to burn, though they could not dispute, they beheld things that were invisible.
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It is an excellent thing not to take up the word upon notion, upon opinion, but to have an established heart through grace.
It is an excellent thing not to take up the word upon notion, upon opinion, but to have an established heart through grace.
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I shall direct you in two words.
I shall Direct you in two words.
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1. Get the Lord by Prayer to teach you every truth what Jesus Christ teaches once, is everlastingly taught;
1. Get the Lord by Prayer to teach you every truth what jesus christ Teaches once, is everlastingly taught;
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no word is abiding but what the Lord Jesus teaches himself.
no word is abiding but what the Lord jesus Teaches himself.
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Look as it is with Satan, when he comes to seduce men from the truth, he will present such a fine notion without,
Look as it is with Satan, when he comes to seduce men from the truth, he will present such a fine notion without,
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and commonly he darts in some dazling light within, so that you never knew a Heretick take up a false opinion,
and commonly he darts in Some dazzling Light within, so that you never knew a Heretic take up a false opinion,
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but it was with a marvellous deal of sweetness and comfort:
but it was with a marvellous deal of sweetness and Comfort:
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so when the Lord Christ teacheth by his Spirit, he comes with that light, that sweetness, savour,
so when the Lord christ Teaches by his Spirit, he comes with that Light, that sweetness, savour,
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and relish of truth, as will be impossible for you to let it go:
and relish of truth, as will be impossible for you to let it go:
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Hence when Christ would confute the Pharises, that had the witness of his • … ather in his works, he saith, Ioh. 5. 37. Ye have neither • … ard his voyce at any time, nor seen his shape:
Hence when christ would confute the Pharisees, that had the witness of his • … ather in his works, he Says, John 5. 37. You have neither • … ard his voice At any time, nor seen his shape:
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It's an excellent thing to see the shape, and hear the voyce of God.
It's an excellent thing to see the shape, and hear the voice of God.
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2. Be well rooted upon Christ, or else you will never be established in any truth of Christ:
2. Be well rooted upon christ, or Else you will never be established in any truth of christ:
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If you misse the Lord Jesus by the grace of Faith, you will never hold fast the doctrine of Faith:
If you miss the Lord jesus by the grace of Faith, you will never hold fast the Doctrine of Faith:
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you are built upon the doctrine of the Apostles, (not their persons) upon which the Lord Jesus is the corner-stone:
you Are built upon the Doctrine of the Apostles, (not their Persons) upon which the Lord jesus is the cornerstone:
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he that does not know Jesus Christ himself, will certainly lose his faith:
he that does not know jesus christ himself, will Certainly loose his faith:
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What is the reason the stony ground in time of persecution fell away? why they had not root, they were not planted upon the Lord Jesus.
What is the reason the stony ground in time of persecution fell away? why they had not root, they were not planted upon the Lord jesus.
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Rule 3.
Rule 3.
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Thirdly, those truths that God hath taught you, and those wayes of worship God hath committed to you, love them as your lives, love them above your lives,
Thirdly, those truths that God hath taught you, and those ways of worship God hath committed to you, love them as your lives, love them above your lives,
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for no man will ever contend to hold them, if he do not love them; things of low price and esteem are presently let go;
for no man will ever contend to hold them, if he do not love them; things of low price and esteem Are presently let go;
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he that loves the Word above his life, will let life go rather then the Word:
he that loves the Word above his life, will let life go rather then the Word:
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if you receive not the Word out of love, every Impostor and false Prophet, every fear and terror of men will rob you of it:
if you receive not the Word out of love, every Impostor and false Prophet, every Fear and terror of men will rob you of it:
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Hide the word in thy heart, saith Solomon, love the truth dearly. Hide the word in thy heart, Says Solomon, love the truth dearly.
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It was a great speech of Calvin, Never did any one apostatize from the truths of Iesus Christ,
It was a great speech of calvin, Never did any one apostatise from the truths of Iesus christ,
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but it was because he did not love the truth: but it was Because he did not love the truth:
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And I add this, That never did any apostatize from the wayes and truth of Jesus Christ,
And I add this, That never did any apostatise from the ways and truth of jesus christ,
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but it was because they did not receive them in love, or else they have lost their love,
but it was Because they did not receive them in love, or Else they have lost their love,
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for there is a decay of affection, as well as having no affection:
for there is a decay of affection, as well as having no affection:
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if you love them, what will you not suffer for them? (but more of that by and by.)
if you love them, what will you not suffer for them? (but more of that by and by.)
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Rule 4.
Rule 4.
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Fourthly, Guard all the truths of God, and those wayes of God that have been taught you;
Fourthly, Guard all the truths of God, and those ways of God that have been taught you;
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guard them strongly, especially truths that are most material and fundamental:
guard them strongly, especially truths that Are most material and fundamental:
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for leading truths are like Captains of Armies, if they be routed, the whole rout follows them.
for leading truths Are like Captains of Armies, if they be routed, the Whole rout follows them.
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There is great opposition that will be made against your faith.
There is great opposition that will be made against your faith.
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The whole power of darkness, of Antichrist, of his seducing spirits, likely and probably enough, will over-spread the whole face of Christianity once more, that she must sit as a Lady,
The Whole power of darkness, of Antichrist, of his seducing spirits, likely and probably enough, will overspread the Whole face of Christianity once more, that she must fit as a Lady,
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before she be desolate and forsaken for ever.
before she be desolate and forsaken for ever.
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The Apostle bids you beware of Dogs, beware of the Concision, beware of evil-workers, guard your selves against them, guard the truths you have learned by Argument, by Scripture, by Reason, that you may have wherewithall to confute them by the word of truth mightily, out of the Scripture, as the Apostles did.
The Apostle bids you beware of Dogs, beware of the Concision, beware of Evil workers, guard your selves against them, guard the truths you have learned by Argument, by Scripture, by Reason, that you may have wherewithal to confute them by the word of truth mightily, out of the Scripture, as the Apostles did.
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Three things you are to guard against.
Three things you Are to guard against.
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1. Your own deceitfulness, especially in a rash and sudden forsaking of those waies that have been taught,
1. Your own deceitfulness, especially in a rash and sudden forsaking of those ways that have been taught,
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and the profession you have taken up;
and the profession you have taken up;
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for Christians would never be so mad to Apostatize, were they but seriously deliberate about the weight of them, Gal. 1. 6. O foolish Galathians, who hath bewitched you that you should not obey the truth? &c. I marvel what ailed you, that you are so soon turned away to another Gospel:
for Christians would never be so mad to Apostatise, were they but seriously deliberate about the weight of them, Gal. 1. 6. Oh foolish Galatians, who hath bewitched you that you should not obey the truth? etc. I marvel what ailed you, that you Are so soon turned away to Another Gospel:
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One would have thought they might have spoken with Paul first, and sent to him, and reasoned the case with him:
One would have Thought they might have spoken with Paul First, and sent to him, and reasoned the case with him:
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There's a marvellous bewitching in false Doctrines, and false Worship, to take men presently, who are not watchful over themselves.
There's a marvellous bewitching in false Doctrines, and false Worship, to take men presently, who Are not watchful over themselves.
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It is in disputations and practising truth, as it is in contentions: if you make a Judgement before you hear both parties speak, you judge unrighteously:
It is in disputations and practising truth, as it is in contentions: if you make a Judgement before you hear both parties speak, you judge unrighteously:
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if you forsake the waies and truths of Jesus Christ, before you hear what can be said for them, you do unrighteously.
if you forsake the ways and truths of jesus christ, before you hear what can be said for them, you do unrighteously.
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2. Guard them against the lusts of your own hearts. The great work of a Christian is contention;
2. Guard them against the Lustiest of your own hearts. The great work of a Christian is contention;
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it is not so much against Antichrist; those that are without him, as that that is within him.
it is not so much against Antichrist; those that Are without him, as that that is within him.
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If all Heretical Doctrines and waies were rooted out of the world, not only the being,
If all Heretical Doctrines and ways were rooted out of the world, not only the being,
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but the memory, the heart is bad enough in one day to set them all on foot again; therefore guard the truth:
but the memory, the heart is bad enough in one day to Set them all on foot again; Therefore guard the truth:
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Men of corrupt minds will presently grow Reprobate, as to the faith, 1 Tim. 3. 6. Such Doctrines and Worships as shall sute with our lusts,
Men of corrupt minds will presently grow Reprobate, as to the faith, 1 Tim. 3. 6. Such Doctrines and Worships as shall suit with our Lustiest,
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as shall sute with exalting it self, and laying Christ low, as shall sute with an easie way to Heaven,
as shall suit with exalting it self, and laying christ low, as shall suit with an easy Way to Heaven,
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when the Scripture saith, straight is the Gate; as shall sute with self-preservation: So I might secure my Estate, my Liberty:
when the Scripture Says, straight is the Gate; as shall suit with self-preservation: So I might secure my Estate, my Liberty:
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I would suspect such Doctrines as these, before I take them up for the waies of Christ.
I would suspect such Doctrines as these, before I take them up for the ways of christ.
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3. Guard the truth against false teachers, such as shall come among you in sheeps-cloathing, yet are Wolves in heart;
3. Guard the truth against false Teachers, such as shall come among you in Sheep's clothing, yet Are Wolves in heart;
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men that creep in at unawares among you, to subver• … souls: I will not here describe them, you know them well enough by their fruits:
men that creep in At unawares among you, to subver• … Souls: I will not Here describe them, you know them well enough by their fruits:
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only this let me tell you in opposition to those; though you cannot come at the publick Ministry, or those God hath set over you,
only this let me tell you in opposition to those; though you cannot come At the public Ministry, or those God hath Set over you,
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yet make conscience for to take fences, to take defences from them, as you may by their counsel, prayer, help and assistance,
yet make conscience for to take fences, to take defences from them, as you may by their counsel, prayer, help and assistance,
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for to guard you against false teachers.
for to guard you against false Teachers.
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When the Church of Christ is in the Wilderness, you will finde this is that the holy Ghost advises them to, Gant. 1. 8. You are to guard your selves by communion one with another;
When the Church of christ is in the Wilderness, you will find this is that the holy Ghost advises them to, Gant. 1. 8. You Are to guard your selves by communion one with Another;
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as to go forth by the footsteps of the flock, so also you are to go and feed your Kids besides the shepherds tents;
as to go forth by the footsteps of the flock, so also you Are to go and feed your Kids beside the shepherd's tents;
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for though 'tis not the work that God calls for, to pin your faith upon their sleeves,
for though it's not the work that God calls for, to pin your faith upon their sleeves,
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yet 'tis your duty to enquire of the Lord by them; for he is the messenger of the Lord to you.
yet it's your duty to inquire of the Lord by them; for he is the Messenger of the Lord to you.
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Rule 5. Arm your selves with Resolutions to suffer for the faith of the Gospel, and for the wayes of Jesus Christ;
Rule 5. Arm your selves with Resolutions to suffer for the faith of the Gospel, and for the ways of jesus christ;
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as you should love the truth above your lives, so labour to be made willing for to part with life, estate, liberty, any thing for to keep the ways of Jesus Christ.
as you should love the truth above your lives, so labour to be made willing for to part with life, estate, liberty, any thing for to keep the ways of jesus christ.
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It is not the honour of the Gospel of Christ, to hear Christians to break out into murmurings, passions, discontent, contentions that are carnal and sinful:
It is not the honour of the Gospel of christ, to hear Christians to break out into murmurings, passion, discontent, contentions that Are carnal and sinful:
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your work is humbly, meekly, and patiently to lie under the hand of God, and under the hand of man too, that becomes Christians:
your work is humbly, meekly, and patiently to lie under the hand of God, and under the hand of man too, that becomes Christians:
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suffering is that that will restore the glory of Religion, that will keep the truth delivered to you, that will honour the cause of Christ best of all:
suffering is that that will restore the glory of Religion, that will keep the truth Delivered to you, that will honour the cause of christ best of all:
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follow the example of blessed Paul; his expression is worthy of consideration, 2 Tim. 2. 9. he gives a charge of Keeping and propagating one of the most glorious truths, ( that Iesus Christ was risen from the dead ) yet a thing that is farthest off from sense and reason, ( wherein I suffer trouble ) mark, Paul does not say, wherin I make trouble, no,
follow the Exampl of blessed Paul; his expression is worthy of consideration, 2 Tim. 2. 9. he gives a charge of Keeping and propagating one of the most glorious truths, (that Iesus christ was risen from the dead) yet a thing that is farthest off from sense and reason, (wherein I suffer trouble) mark, Paul does not say, wherein I make trouble, no,
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but wherein I suffer trouble as an evil doer unto bonds, but the word of God is not bound:
but wherein I suffer trouble as an evil doer unto bonds, but the word of God is not bound:
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If this blessed and glorious Apostle would have had the faith of God bound, and have contented himself with sinful silence,
If this blessed and glorious Apostle would have had the faith of God bound, and have contented himself with sinful silence,
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and not propagated the Gospel, Paul might have been free;
and not propagated the Gospel, Paul might have been free;
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but Paul would not have the word of God bound, therefore Paul would suffer for it:
but Paul would not have the word of God bound, Therefore Paul would suffer for it:
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Shall we go higher a great deal then this? You have the glorious commendation of the Lord Jesus Christ upon this account, that he gave a free and full account of the Doctrine of his Father,
Shall we go higher a great deal then this? You have the glorious commendation of the Lord jesus christ upon this account, that he gave a free and full account of the Doctrine of his Father,
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and of his glorious person, before Pontius Pilate, a bloody Persecutor:
and of his glorious person, before Pontius Pilate, a bloody Persecutor:
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It was not by saying to his Disciples, Fight, nor by saying, my Kingdom is not of this world, but that he gave a glorious confession before the face of Pilate of the righteousnesse of his truth, Doctrine, Gospel, and of his person.
It was not by saying to his Disciples, Fight, nor by saying, my Kingdom is not of this world, but that he gave a glorious Confessi before the face of Pilate of the righteousness of his truth, Doctrine, Gospel, and of his person.
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Fear to ensnare the freedom of the truth with your own liberty; do not ensnare it to your own lusts, nor to the will of any man!
fear to ensnare the freedom of the truth with your own liberty; do not ensnare it to your own Lustiest, nor to the will of any man!
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O that we could study, and improve these Scriptures more! it would make us fear God more, & man lesse;
O that we could study, and improve these Scriptures more! it would make us Fear God more, & man less;
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this is that that would make us say as holy David, Ps. 119. 161. Princes have persecuted me without a cause,
this is that that would make us say as holy David, Ps. 119. 161. Princes have persecuted me without a cause,
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but my heart standeth in awe of thy words: but my heart Stands in awe of thy words:
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for he that hath the most fear fear on you, and upon you, you will be more afraid to fall into his hands.
for he that hath the most Fear Fear on you, and upon you, you will be more afraid to fallen into his hands.
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It is a childish thing for a Christian, to tread down the belief of any Doctrine,
It is a childish thing for a Christian, to tread down the belief of any Doctrine,
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or practice any worship for fear of man, who hath no more power to hurt us,
or practice any worship for Fear of man, who hath no more power to hurt us,
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then we give him our selves by our fear;
then we give him our selves by our Fear;
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Fear not him that can but kill the body, &c. It was the way of Gods people formerly, that they came to divide between duty commanded by God and commanded by man, you may read in all the dayes of Antichrists persecution, from the beginning they came to divide in matter of obedience to God and his truth,
fear not him that can but kill the body, etc. It was the Way of God's people formerly, that they Come to divide between duty commanded by God and commanded by man, you may read in all the days of Antichrists persecution, from the beginning they Come to divide in matter of Obedience to God and his truth,
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and worship and obedience to man.
and worship and Obedience to man.
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Christians, nothing but a suffering spirit will help you to this, for there is no other way of Obedience in this case to authority,
Christians, nothing but a suffering Spirit will help you to this, for there is no other Way of obedience in this case to Authority,
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but to suffer under it meekly; Patiently, as lambs: This made the three children to divide between the command of God:
but to suffer under it meekly; Patiently, as Lambs: This made the three children to divide between the command of God:
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What sayes Nebuchadnezzer? Every knee that bows not, shall be cast into the Furnace:
What Says Nebuchadnezzar? Every knee that bows not, shall be cast into the Furnace:
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very well, as for that matter say they, O King, we are not carefull to answer thee;
very well, as for that matter say they, Oh King, we Are not careful to answer thee;
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for we will not bow down, &c. What, will they not Obey him? yet they will obey him by suffering,for we will not bow down, etc. What, will they not Obey him? yet they will obey him by suffering,
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as becomes Christians, as is the example of Christ (as if they should say) Truly we are terrified with hell too:
as becomes Christians, as is the Exampl of christ (as if they should say) Truly we Are terrified with hell too:
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We are terrified by the threats of the great King: and we are likewise terrified by the threats of the great God:
We Are terrified by the Treats of the great King: and we Are likewise terrified by the Treats of the great God:
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he is able to deliver us out of your torments: you are not able to deliver us from his torments:
he is able to deliver us out of your torments: you Are not able to deliver us from his torments:
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so in the case of Daniel: Arm your selves with this Resolution of suffering and lying down patiently and meekly under those things that you cannot do,
so in the case of daniel: Arm your selves with this Resolution of suffering and lying down patiently and meekly under those things that you cannot do,
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so that God may be honoured by your holy resolution upon this Account:
so that God may be honoured by your holy resolution upon this Account:
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for truly you never do contend successfully for the faith of the Gospel, till you contend by suffering,
for truly you never do contend successfully for the faith of the Gospel, till you contend by suffering,
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for it is said, They overcame by the blood of the lamb:
for it is said, They overcame by the blood of the lamb:
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you never make Religion your businesse till the world see you can let such great things go,
you never make Religion your business till the world see you can let such great things go,
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as life, estate, liberty, to keep it: Then wisedome is justified of her children:
as life, estate, liberty, to keep it: Then Wisdom is justified of her children:
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You never glorify the truths of God so much by practice, or writing, as by suffering for them.
You never Glorify the truths of God so much by practice, or writing, as by suffering for them.
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Those glorious truths against Popish justification, mixing of works with faith;
Those glorious truths against Popish justification, mixing of works with faith;
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Transubstantiation, Purgatory, Idol-worship, against all those things that were superadded contrarie to Gods justification, there is such a glory upon the truths that it is hard for the Popish power ever to darken them again,
Transubstantiation, Purgatory, Idol-worship, against all those things that were superadded contrary to God's justification, there is such a glory upon the truths that it is hard for the Popish power ever to darken them again,
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because we see them written in the honourable and blessed scars of the witnesses, and burnings of those glorious Martyrs.
Because we see them written in the honourable and blessed scars of the Witnesses, and burnings of those glorious Martyrs.
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If you would take one another by the hand when God takes away our faithfull guides,
If you would take one Another by the hand when God Takes away our faithful guides,
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and say, Brethren, Sisters, Friends, come let us hold together, there's no way in the world to hold on together like suffering for the Gospel really would get more advantage by the holy, humble sufferings of one gracious Saint, meerly for the word of righteousnesse,
and say, Brothers, Sisters, Friends, come let us hold together, there's no Way in the world to hold on together like suffering for the Gospel really would get more advantage by the holy, humble sufferings of one gracious Saint, merely for the word of righteousness,
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then by ten thousand Arguments used against Hereticks, and false worship.
then by ten thousand Arguments used against Heretics, and false worship.
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Compare Phil. 1. 12, 13, 14. with the 27, 28, and 29. verses, How is Paul 's bonds a furtherance of the Gospel? Paul no doubt was called an evil doer, one that sowed Heresie,
Compare Philip 1. 12, 13, 14. with the 27, 28, and 29. Verses, How is Paul is bonds a furtherance of the Gospel? Paul no doubt was called an evil doer, one that sowed Heresy,
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and was hated every where, (saith he) Many of the Brethren of the Lord waxed confident by my bands,
and was hated every where, (Says he) Many of the Brothers of the Lord waxed confident by my bans,
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and were much more bold to speak the word without fear. Here's the great encouragement: and then he comes to give you a precept, and that's in the 27. verse,and were much more bold to speak the word without Fear. Here's the great encouragement: and then he comes to give you a precept, and that's in the 27. verse,
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and he speaks it as one that was leaving of them, Onely let your Conversation be as becometh the Gospel of Christ, that you may stand fast in one spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel,
and he speaks it as one that was leaving of them, Only let your Conversation be as Becometh the Gospel of christ, that you may stand fast in one Spirit, with one mind, striving together for the faith of the Gospel,
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and in nothing terrified by your Adversaries;
and in nothing terrified by your Adversaries;
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for unto you it is given, not onely to believe, but also to suffer, &c. It is given to you as a duty, given to you as a priviledge.for unto you it is given, not only to believe, but also to suffer, etc. It is given to you as a duty, given to you as a privilege.
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O that you would confirm one another, and in slippery times hold up one another by the hand;
O that you would confirm one Another, and in slippery times hold up one Another by the hand;
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do it in going after Gods call, and in this way, suffering for those truths you cannot otherwise hold and maintain.
do it in going After God's call, and in this Way, suffering for those truths you cannot otherwise hold and maintain.
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Truly Christians, you had need be armed with Resolution; for the world is alwaies counting the things Gods people have suffered, for very little,
Truly Christians, you had need be armed with Resolution; for the world is always counting the things God's people have suffered, for very little,
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and they count it prudence not to meddle therein.
and they count it prudence not to meddle therein.
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Those men that have easie, soft terms to comply, that they have a latitude to do any thing, I believe some Christians are of that opinion ▪ that they would even think the Saints of God were ill advised, to venture their all upon those truths they see others died and suffered for.
Those men that have easy, soft terms to comply, that they have a latitude to do any thing, I believe Some Christians Are of that opinion ▪ that they would even think the Saints of God were ill advised, to venture their all upon those truths they see Others died and suffered for.
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It's a sad thing, many Christians study to draw out the lines of obedience as far as the honesty of the times will give them leave, but no farther:
It's a sad thing, many Christians study to draw out the lines of Obedience as Far as the honesty of the times will give them leave, but no farther:
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that they would go on with the Lord Jesus to the High Priests h• … ll, and there deny him:
that they would go on with the Lord jesus to the High Priests h• … ll, and there deny him:
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or that would be willing to do anything for Christ, but are willing to suffer nothing for Christ:
or that would be willing to do anything for christ, but Are willing to suffer nothing for christ:
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you very little honour Jesus Christ in this, and you will very little honour your selves at the last.
you very little honour jesus christ in this, and you will very little honour your selves At the last.
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It is upon this account that Christians if they see even against plain conviction of Conscience,
It is upon this account that Christians if they see even against plain conviction of Conscience,
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and the word, that there are super-instituted things broke in, as in Conscience they cannot submit to,
and the word, that there Are superinstituted things broke in, as in Conscience they cannot submit to,
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yet they can comply, why? they may be used lawfully, though not superstitiously:
yet they can comply, why? they may be used lawfully, though not superstitiously:
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But saith the Apostle Paul, Do I yet strive to please men? Gal. 1. 6. Am I then the Servant of Christ? You cannot be the Servants of Christ,
But Says the Apostle Paul, Do I yet strive to please men? Gal. 1. 6. Am I then the Servant of christ? You cannot be the Servants of christ,
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if you strive to please men: Wo be to you that please men, and displease God:
if you strive to please men: Woe be to you that please men, and displease God:
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He that would be my Disciple, let him deny himself, and take up his Cross, &c. (What's that?) deny Wife, Children, Learning, Relations, Comforts, he must be willing to go out of all:He that would be my Disciple, let him deny himself, and take up his Cross, etc. (What's that?) deny Wife, Children, Learning, Relations, Comforts, he must be willing to go out of all:
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Those duties the Lord Jesus Christ is most glorified in, they are either those your slothful hearts are most unwilling to do;
Those duties the Lord jesus christ is most glorified in, they Are either those your slothful hearts Are most unwilling to do;
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or that our fearful hearts are most unwilling to suffer for: Therefore arm your selves with resolutions to suffer.
or that our fearful hearts Are most unwilling to suffer for: Therefore arm your selves with resolutions to suffer.
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I intended to have taken up four Appearances and coverings that Saints usually take up for to hide themselves,
I intended to have taken up four Appearances and coverings that Saints usually take up for to hide themselves,
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as under a covert, to beat down the Gospel warrants and commands, to suffer for the Faith delivered.
as under a covert, to beatrice down the Gospel warrants and commands, to suffer for the Faith Delivered.
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1. The notion that a Christian hath of indifferency of things, that they are but toyes and trifles, that they may be done or not done.
1. The notion that a Christian hath of indifferency of things, that they Are but toys and trifles, that they may be done or not done.
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It is not my work to tell you what is indifferent, or name any thing in particular.
It is not my work to tell you what is indifferent, or name any thing in particular.
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As I remember, in the Book of Martyrs the usual argument was, Why cannot you worship the Idol? why cannot you bow down as well as others? it's a small matter:
As I Remember, in the Book of Martyrs the usual argument was, Why cannot you worship the Idol? why cannot you bow down as well as Others? it's a small matter:
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cannot you shew your outward reverence, and keep your heart to your self? Indeed if there were any thing that's indifferent, a Christian hath a marvellous latitude in point of Doctrine, in point of Worship: I would caution you therefore.
cannot you show your outward Reverence, and keep your heart to your self? Indeed if there were any thing that's indifferent, a Christian hath a marvellous latitude in point of Doctrine, in point of Worship: I would caution you Therefore.
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The term of indifferent, I suppose 'tis devised as a pillar to rest the conscience on, which otherwise would startle,
The term of indifferent, I suppose it's devised as a pillar to rest the conscience on, which otherwise would startle,
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and look with a broad face upon them: Things that come under this notion, had need well to be weighed and considered:
and look with a broad face upon them: Things that come under this notion, had need well to be weighed and considered:
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If they tell you plainly they came out of Rome, and had the plague of Popery upon them, they • … ame from Hell, were hatched there,
If they tell you plainly they Come out of Room, and had the plague of Popery upon them, they • … ame from Hell, were hatched there,
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and the curse of God is upon them; no body would entertain them. They must pretend they came from the Church, from the Apostles, descended from the Scriptures;
and the curse of God is upon them; no body would entertain them. They must pretend they Come from the Church, from the Apostles, descended from the Scriptures;
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and hence they are entertained with that freedome and willingness, as that most Christians take no notice, but fall down under them;
and hence they Are entertained with that freedom and willingness, as that most Christians take no notice, but fallen down under them;
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and so the very power and life of Religion and holy practise is eaten out.
and so the very power and life of Religion and holy practice is eaten out.
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The Devil hath three waies whereby he makes men seek after him. 1. Commonly he doth cover holiness with other names ▪ 2ly. He perswades that sins are but little. 3ly. That they may repent hereafter.
The devil hath three ways whereby he makes men seek After him. 1. Commonly he does cover holiness with other names ▪ 2ly. He persuades that Sins Are but little. 3ly. That they may Repent hereafter.
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The first is suitable to my purpose, That vertue or grace is covered with other names:
The First is suitable to my purpose, That virtue or grace is covered with other names:
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therefore if a man be holy, he is called precise; if zealous, he is said to be rash;
Therefore if a man be holy, he is called precise; if zealous, he is said to be rash;
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and if it be really a sin, it shall come under the name of indifferency, a toy, a trifle, and things of that nature:
and if it be really a since, it shall come under the name of indifferency, a toy, a trifle, and things of that nature:
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therefore you had need be cautious;
Therefore you had need be cautious;
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for 'tis no matter what name the sin is, what title it goes under, as what it is really.
for it's no matter what name the since is, what title it Goes under, as what it is really.
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As to things of Doctrine and Worship, I know there is no medium; every man must give an account to the Lord of what he does,
As to things of Doctrine and Worship, I know there is no medium; every man must give an account to the Lord of what he does,
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therefore I do not tell you what is indifferent, and what not; but search the Scripture, take heed what you receive for indifferent.
Therefore I do not tell you what is indifferent, and what not; but search the Scripture, take heed what you receive for indifferent.
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The second thing Christians will say, is, I hope without danger I may comply with them, considering I bear them as my burthens.
The second thing Christians will say, is, I hope without danger I may comply with them, considering I bear them as my burdens.
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This is very like the Young man in the Gospel; he came to Christ, and would have him come up to his terms;
This is very like the Young man in the Gospel; he Come to christ, and would have him come up to his terms;
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and when Christ told him, Yet he lacked one thing, Go sell all, &c. he went away sorrowful:
and when christ told him, Yet he lacked one thing, Go fell all, etc. he went away sorrowful:
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So, many Christians they would follow Christ, but they cannot, because there is not such security in it,
So, many Christians they would follow christ, but they cannot, Because there is not such security in it,
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but they will go away sorrowful:
but they will go away sorrowful:
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Thou Hypocrite, art • … hou willing to forsake all for Christ, yet cannot leave life, liberty,
Thou Hypocrite, art • … how willing to forsake all for christ, yet cannot leave life, liberty,
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and some of these small things? Will you wound the name of Christ, and pretend to be sorrowful for it? I conclude, thy pretence shall not excuse thee;
and Some of these small things? Will you wound the name of christ, and pretend to be sorrowful for it? I conclude, thy pretence shall not excuse thee;
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for so was Pilate loth to crucifie Christ;
for so was Pilate loath to crucify christ;
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and as a means and expedient, he calls for water and washes his hands, saying, I am innocent from the bloud of this just man:
and as a means and expedient, he calls for water and washes his hands, saying, I am innocent from the blood of this just man:
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But do you think God excused Pilate? no more will he you: Whatever is brought to you, is either forbidden, or commanded by God:
But do you think God excused Pilate? no more will he you: Whatever is brought to you, is either forbidden, or commanded by God:
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If forbidden by God, why do you meddle with it? If commanded of the Lord,
If forbidden by God, why do you meddle with it? If commanded of the Lord,
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why are you burdened with it? why do you it heavily? for the Lord loves one that is chearful in his service:
why Are you burdened with it? why do you it heavily? for the Lord loves one that is cheerful in his service:
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neither man nor God is pleased with such.
neither man nor God is pleased with such.
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A third thing it is which satisfies many, That they may follow in some things the opinions of wise men, holy men, and good men;
A third thing it is which Satisfies many, That they may follow in Some things the opinions of wise men, holy men, and good men;
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That they may do as they do. I shall say but these two words. First, Many men are reputed good, wise, and honest, that are not so.
That they may do as they do. I shall say but these two words. First, Many men Are reputed good, wise, and honest, that Are not so.
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A man may be accounted an honest man, that yet may be covetous:
A man may be accounted an honest man, that yet may be covetous:
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he may be accounted a very good man, yet be really corrupt in heart, and in his lusts;
he may be accounted a very good man, yet be really corrupt in heart, and in his Lustiest;
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therefore 'tis good to try men:
Therefore it's good to try men:
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I dare not trust mine own heart, (unless God give strength of grace, and assistance every moment) least I should betray the truth of Christ upon some advantage:
I Dare not trust mine own heart, (unless God give strength of grace, and assistance every moment) lest I should betray the truth of christ upon Some advantage:
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when the Devil would set abroach an evil opinion or practise, it's his common way to tun it up in some clean Vessel, men of civil honesty and goodness.
when the devil would Set abroach an evil opinion or practice, it's his Common Way to tun it up in Some clean Vessel, men of civil honesty and Goodness.
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You read the old Prophet drew the young one in, though expresly forbidden by God himself:
You read the old Prophet drew the young one in, though expressly forbidden by God himself:
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When you do not fear a young Christian, it may be the example of an old Minister shall draw you;
When you do not Fear a young Christian, it may be the Exampl of an old Minister shall draw you;
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therefore 'tis good to mind who you follow.
Therefore it's good to mind who you follow.
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Secondly, Grant they are all good and real, they are men fearing God, (as there are some) yet God will not let his people know all his mind.
Secondly, Grant they Are all good and real, they Are men fearing God, (as there Are Some) yet God will not let his people know all his mind.
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There are some that would, but cannot know all his mind and will; the Lord is free and voluntary, he reveals things necessary to salvation;
There Are Some that would, but cannot know all his mind and will; the Lord is free and voluntary, he reveals things necessary to salvation;
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but for o• … her things he withholds.
but for o• … her things he withholds.
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But what is your rule? Call no man Master: you are to follow no man further then he follows Christ:
But what is your Rule? Call no man Master: you Are to follow no man further then he follows christ:
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And indeed for a man to follow the example of others, wherein they sin and do not know it, it is just like the case of holy Noah (who was a gracious man) and knew not the strength of the Grape) he was drunk with his own Vineyard:
And indeed for a man to follow the Exampl of Others, wherein they sin and do not know it, it is just like the case of holy Noah (who was a gracious man) and knew not the strength of the Grape) he was drunk with his own Vineyard:
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But what is the fruit of it? His son Cham saw his nakedness and discovered it:
But what is the fruit of it? His son Cham saw his nakedness and discovered it:
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If good and holy men taste of the intoxicated Wine that is too strong for them,
If good and holy men taste of the intoxicated Wine that is too strong for them,
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and know it not, will you sip after them? unlesse you will discover your nakedness,
and know it not, will you sip After them? unless you will discover your nakedness,
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and proclaim it from generation to generation, and make your selves Chams, not sons of the Prophet:
and proclaim it from generation to generation, and make your selves Chams, not Sons of the Prophet:
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Therefore I know not what warrant you have to follow such examples. The fourth thing is this;
Therefore I know not what warrant you have to follow such Examples. The fourth thing is this;
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Christians usually they do no good by standing out. Answ. Whether we get, or do good or no we are to do our duty.
Christians usually they do no good by standing out. Answer Whither we get, or do good or no we Are to do our duty.
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The Lord will honour you for suffering for the truth, 2 Thes. 1. 3, 4, 5. And by suffering you shall confirm the Saints,
The Lord will honour you for suffering for the truth, 2 Thebes 1. 3, 4, 5. And by suffering you shall confirm the Saints,
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and bear testimony, you shall witness against all false doctrines, and false Worship, before the whole world.
and bear testimony, you shall witness against all false doctrines, and false Worship, before the Whole world.
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By your humility and patience, when you suffer not as evil doers, but as those that suffer for the word of Righteousness, the word of Truth,
By your humility and patience, when you suffer not as evil doers, but as those that suffer for the word of Righteousness, the word of Truth,
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for holding fast the Lord Jesus and his Faith, that is more precious then Heaven and Earth, then any created thing:
for holding fast the Lord jesus and his Faith, that is more precious then Heaven and Earth, then any created thing:
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this will make your name as a sweet savour to all generations;
this will make your name as a sweet savour to all generations;
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when those that apostatize, persecute and oppose Jesus Christ, their memories shall be left as a curse to the people of God.
when those that apostatise, persecute and oppose jesus christ, their memories shall be left as a curse to the people of God.
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Mr. Calamy's Sermon at Mr. Ashes Funeral.
Mr. Calamy's Sermon At Mr. Ashes Funeral.
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Esay 57. 1. The righteous perisheth, and no man layeth it to heart, and merciful men are taken away, none considering, that the righteous are taken away from the evil to come.
Isaiah 57. 1. The righteous Perishes, and no man Layeth it to heart, and merciful men Are taken away, none considering, that the righteous Are taken away from the evil to come.
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WE are here met this Evening to perform the last Office of Love for an eminent and ancient Servant of Jesus Christ,
WE Are Here met this Evening to perform the last Office of Love for an eminent and ancient Servant of jesus christ,
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and excellent Minister of the Gospel, Mr. Simeon Ash, one who hath formerly performed this office for many other Ministers,
and excellent Minister of the Gospel, Mr. Simeon Ash, one who hath formerly performed this office for many other Ministers,
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and now we are met to perform this office for him;
and now we Are met to perform this office for him;
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and it is not long before others will meet to perform the same office for us,
and it is not long before Others will meet to perform the same office for us,
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so frail, so brittle, and so uncertain is the life of man. Now the Text that I have chosen, is suitable for this occasion;
so frail, so brittle, and so uncertain is the life of man. Now the Text that I have chosen, is suitable for this occasion;
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for this Reverend Minister was first a righteous man; he was righteous in an Evangelical sence, he was one that was justified and sanctified. Secondly;
for this Reverend Minister was First a righteous man; he was righteous in an Evangelical sense, he was one that was justified and sanctified. Secondly;
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He was a merciful man both in an active and passive sence;
He was a merciful man both in an active and passive sense;
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he was one that shewed mercy to the distressed Members of Jesus Christ, and he was one to whom God shewed mercy;
he was one that showed mercy to the distressed Members of jesus christ, and he was one to whom God showed mercy;
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this righteous and merciful man is now perished as to his outward condition, not as to his everlasting condition;
this righteous and merciful man is now perished as to his outward condition, not as to his everlasting condition;
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but as to his outward bodily condition he is perished, and he is taken away: The word in the Hebrew is very emphatical; Merciful men, Colliguntur, are gatheted;
but as to his outward bodily condition he is perished, and he is taken away: The word in the Hebrew is very emphatical; Merciful men, Colliguntur, Are gatheted;
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it is the same word that is used concerning Iosiah, 2 King, 22. 10 ▪ Thou shalt be gathered to thy fathers,
it is the same word that is used Concerning Josiah, 2 King, 22. 10 ▪ Thou shalt be gathered to thy Father's,
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and go to thy grave in peace, and shalt not see the evil that I will bring upon this Nation. and go to thy grave in peace, and shalt not see the evil that I will bring upon this nation.
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This godly and righteous man is now gathered as ripe Corn in the Barn of Heaven he is taken away from the evil that is to come, from the beholding that evil that is coming upon the sinful World he is taken away in mercy, that he may not be troubled with the troubles that are coming upon many;
This godly and righteous man is now gathered as ripe Corn in the Barn of Heaven he is taken away from the evil that is to come, from the beholding that evil that is coming upon the sinful World he is taken away in mercy, that he may not be troubled with the Troubles that Are coming upon many;
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he is taken away from the evil to come. And thus you see how suitable the Text is to the occasion;
he is taken away from the evil to come. And thus you see how suitable the Text is to the occasion;
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there is only one particular that I desire may prove unsuitable;
there is only one particular that I desire may prove unsuitable;
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for the righteous and merciful man, in the Text, perisheth, and no man considers, nor layes it to heart ▪ These words are verba Commentantis & objurgantis; the words of the Prophet bemoaning the spiritual security of the people of Israel, chiding and reproving them for their spiritual Lethargy.
for the righteous and merciful man, in the Text, Perishes, and no man considers, nor lays it to heart ▪ These words Are verba Commentantis & objurgantis; the words of the Prophet bemoaning the spiritual security of the people of Israel, chiding and reproving them for their spiritual Lethargy.
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Now I desire that this part may not prove suitable, but that all of you may lay to heart the death of this ancient, merciful, righteous man
Now I desire that this part may not prove suitable, but that all of you may lay to heart the death of this ancient, merciful, righteous man
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The observations from the words are these six. First, That the righteous man must perish as well as th• … unrighteous.
The observations from the words Are these six. First, That the righteous man must perish as well as th• … unrighteous.
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Secondly, That the perishing of a righteous man is nothing but his gathering to God, Christ,Secondly, That the perishing of a righteous man is nothing but his gathering to God, christ,
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and the blessed company of Saints and Angels.
and the blessed company of Saints and Angels.
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Thirdly, That a righteous man as long as he liveth is the preservative of a Nation,Thirdly, That a righteous man as long as he lives is the preservative of a nation,
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and the supporter of a Kingdome, the Chariots and horsemen of a Nation.
and the supporter of a Kingdom, the Chariots and horsemen of a nation.
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Fourthly, The death of a righteous man is a warningpiece from heaven, a Beacon set on fire to give notice of evi• … approaching.Fourthly, The death of a righteous man is a warningpiece from heaven, a Beacon Set on fire to give notice of evi• … approaching.
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Fifthly, That God doth on purpose take away righteous men, that they may not see the evil that is coming on a Nation.Fifthly, That God does on purpose take away righteous men, that they may not see the evil that is coming on a nation.
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Sixthly, That it is a great and common sin not to consider and lay to heart the death of a righteous man.Sixthly, That it is a great and Common since not to Consider and lay to heart the death of a righteous man.
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First, It is a common sin, and therefore it is set down in the greatest latitude;
First, It is a Common since, and Therefore it is Set down in the greatest latitude;
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the righteous perisheth, and no man layes it to heart; that is, very few: and merciful men are taken away, no man considering; that is, very few.the righteous Perishes, and no man lays it to heart; that is, very few: and merciful men Are taken away, no man considering; that is, very few.
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Secondly, It is a great sin, and therefore the Prophet Ieremy in the former Chapter calls to all the Beasts of the Field to devour, that is, all the Enemies of the Church to destroy the Children of Israel, because they drank strong drink, filling themselves with merriment,
Secondly, It is a great since, and Therefore the Prophet Ieremy in the former Chapter calls to all the Beasts of the Field to devour, that is, all the Enemies of the Church to destroy the Children of Israel, Because they drank strong drink, filling themselves with merriment,
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and promised themselves happy dayes, but did not consider that the righteous were taken away from the evil to come.
and promised themselves happy days, but did not Consider that the righteous were taken away from the evil to come.
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I shall begin with the first, That the righteous perish as well as the unrighteous.
I shall begin with the First, That the righteous perish as well as the unrighteous.
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How is it that the righteous perish? not in their soul, they cannot perish so;
How is it that the righteous perish? not in their soul, they cannot perish so;
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nay, the truth is, they cannot perish properly in their bodies; for the bodies of the Saints never totally and finally perish;
nay, the truth is, they cannot perish properly in their bodies; for the bodies of the Saints never totally and finally perish;
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for the very dust of the Saints in the grave is precious in Gods sight,
for the very dust of the Saints in the grave is precious in God's sighed,
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and they are asleep in Jesus, and by the power of Jesus Christ they shall be raised again glorious bodies:
and they Are asleep in jesus, and by the power of jesus christ they shall be raised again glorious bodies:
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Nothing perisheth of a righteous man by death totally and finally but sin, and therefore the meaning of the word is,
Nothing Perishes of a righteous man by death totally and finally but since, and Therefore the meaning of the word is,
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as Musculus and Iustin Martyr observe perit, perisheth, that is, not according to the truth of the thing,
as Musculus and Justin Martyr observe perit, Perishes, that is, not according to the truth of the thing,
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but according to the opinion of the world;
but according to the opinion of the world;
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and the proper language of this expression is this, The righteous perish, that is, the righteous must die and go down to the house of rottenness as well as others,
and the proper language of this expression is this, The righteous perish, that is, the righteous must die and go down to the house of rottenness as well as Others,
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and that upon a four-fold account.
and that upon a fourfold account.
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First, Because the righteous are included within the Statute of death as well as the unrighteous;
First, Because the righteous Are included within the Statute of death as well as the unrighteous;
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statutum est, Heb. 9. 27. It is appointed for all men once to die, the righteous as well as the unrighteous.Statutum est, Hebrew 9. 27. It is appointed for all men once to die, the righteous as well as the unrighteous.
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Indeed it is true, Jesus Christ hath taken away the hurt of death, but not death it self;
Indeed it is true, jesus christ hath taken away the hurt of death, but not death it self;
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Jesus Christ hath disarmed death, made death like the Viper that fastened upon Paul 's hand, but did not hurt him;
jesus christ hath disarmed death, made death like the Viper that fastened upon Paul is hand, but did not hurt him;
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he hath made it like the brazen Serpent that hath no sting, but a healing power in it;
he hath made it like the brazen Serpent that hath no sting, but a healing power in it;
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Christ hath sanctified death, conquered and sweetned death;
christ hath sanctified death, conquered and sweetened death;
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at present we are all under the statute of death, but at last this enemy shall be destroyed, 2 Cor. 15. latter end.
At present we Are all under the statute of death, but At last this enemy shall be destroyed, 2 Cor. 15. latter end.
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Secondly, The righteous consist of perishing principles as well as the unrighteous; the righteous are earthly vessels, made of dust, their foundation is in the dust;
Secondly, The righteous consist of perishing principles as well as the unrighteous; the righteous Are earthly vessels, made of dust, their Foundation is in the dust;
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their lives are a vapour as well as the lives of the unrighteous.
their lives Are a vapour as well as the lives of the unrighteous.
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Thirdly, The righteous must die as well as others, because they have a body of sin that they carry about with them;
Thirdly, The righteous must die as well as Others, Because they have a body of since that they carry about with them;
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for there is no man so wise, that lives and sins not, Eccl. 7. 20. Wherefore there is that which deserves death in a righteous man.
for there is no man so wise, that lives and Sins not, Ecclesiastes 7. 20. Wherefore there is that which deserves death in a righteous man.
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Lastly, and especially, The righteous must perish upon a peculiar account;
Lastly, and especially, The righteous must perish upon a peculiar account;
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For if we had hope only in this life (saith the Apostle) we are of all men most miserable; For if we had hope only in this life (Says the Apostle) we Are of all men most miserable;
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and therefore they must perish to keep them from perishing; they must say as Themistocles, Periissem nisi periissem;
and Therefore they must perish to keep them from perishing; they must say as Themistocles, Periissem nisi periissem;
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they must die, that they may rest from their labour, for hera is not our rest, Mich. 2. 10. there remaineth a rest for the people of God;
they must die, that they may rest from their labour, for hera is not our rest, Mich. 2. 10. there remains a rest for the people of God;
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there is no rest in this world; the word [ quiet ] wants the plural number.
there is no rest in this world; the word [ quiet ] Wants the plural number.
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Secondly, The righteous must die, that they may have their reward, their Crown of glory that God hath laid up for them;
Secondly, The righteous must die, that they may have their reward, their Crown of glory that God hath laid up for them;
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they must first fight the good fight, and finish their course, and then they shall receive a Crown of glory.
they must First fight the good fight, and finish their course, and then they shall receive a Crown of glory.
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Thirdly, They must die, that they may be free from sin;
Thirdly, They must die, that they may be free from since;
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for they shall never put off the body of sin, till they put off the body of flesh.
for they shall never put off the body of since, till they put off the body of Flesh.
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Fourthly, They must die, that mortality may be swallowed up of life, that corruption may put on incorruption.
Fourthly, They must die, that mortality may be swallowed up of life, that corruption may put on incorruption.
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Fifthly, They must die, that they may be perfect in grace.
Fifthly, They must die, that they may be perfect in grace.
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Lastly, They must die, that they may see God face to • … ce, and be for ever with the Lord, which they cannot do till they die ▪ therefore blessed be God that the righteous must perish.
Lastly, They must die, that they may see God face to • … ce, and be for ever with the Lord, which they cannot doe till they die ▪ Therefore blessed be God that the righteous must perish.
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If a man should bring news to a righteous man, That he should alwayes live on earth, alwayes be young, rich,
If a man should bring news to a righteous man, That he should always live on earth, always be young, rich,
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and healthful, it would be unwelcome News;
and healthful, it would be unwelcome News;
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for while we are in the body we are absent from the Lord, and subject to sin;
for while we Are in the body we Are absent from the Lord, and Subject to since;
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and therefore when Peter asked Christ what should be done with Iohn, Christ • … ells him, If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to • … ee? from henceforth there went a report abroad that Iohn should not die, Iohn 21. 32. Now the Apostle himself was much displeased with this report,
and Therefore when Peter asked christ what should be done with John, christ • … Else him, If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to • … ee? from henceforth there went a report abroad that John should not die, John 21. 32. Now the Apostle himself was much displeased with this report,
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& looked upon 〈 ◊ 〉 as a geeat affliction that he should not die, and therefore • … e himself confutes it, But yet Iesus (said he) said not • … hat he should not die;
& looked upon 〈 ◊ 〉 as a geeat affliction that he should not die, and Therefore • … e himself confutes it, But yet Iesus (said he) said not • … hat he should not die;
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as if he had said, God forbid that • … should not die.
as if he had said, God forbid that • … should not die.
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Before I come to the application of this Point, give me leave to speak something to the second Point,
Before I come to the application of this Point, give me leave to speak something to the second Point,
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and • … o I shall apply them both together.
and • … oh I shall apply them both together.
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The second Doctrine is this, That the perishing of a righteous man, is nothing but a gathering of him to God, Christ,
The second Doctrine is this, That the perishing of a righteous man, is nothing but a gathering of him to God, christ,
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and the blessed Society of Saints and Angels in Heaven. This is contained in the second expression, merciful men are taken away; and the blessed Society of Saints and Angels in Heaven. This is contained in the second expression, merciful men Are taken away;
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the word in the Hebrew is Colliguntur, they are gathered, it is exegetical of the former;
the word in the Hebrew is Colliguntur, they Are gathered, it is exegetical of the former;
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• … hey did not perish, but they are gathered to God and Christ;
• … heigh did not perish, but they Are gathered to God and christ;
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there is a great deal of excellency, and a Maga• … ine of sweetness in this expression, They are gathered: It • … mplies two things,
there is a great deal of excellency, and a Maga• … ine of sweetness in this expression, They Are gathered: It • … mplies two things,
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First, That the righteous are in a scattered condition while they are in this world, and that three wayes.
First, That the righteous Are in a scattered condition while they Are in this world, and that three ways.
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First, They are scattered among the wicked and ungodly of the world, as Sheep among Wolves,
First, They Are scattered among the wicked and ungodly of the world, as Sheep among Wolves,
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as Limbs among Lions, rent and torn in pieces, forced to wander up and down in Sheep-skins, and Goat-skins.
as Limbs among Lions, rend and torn in Pieces, forced to wander up and down in Sheepskins, and Goatskins.
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Secondly, The righteous are scattered in the world one from another, and that two wayes: 1. They are scattered by their different habitations;
Secondly, The righteous Are scattered in the world one from Another, and that two ways: 1. They Are scattered by their different habitations;
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for the godly are forced to separate one from another, as Lot from Abraham. 2. They are scattered one from another by the cruel persecution of wicked men;
for the godly Are forced to separate one from Another, as Lot from Abraham. 2. They Are scattered one from Another by the cruel persecution of wicked men;
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and therefore you read Acts 8. that at that time when there was a persecution against the Church at Ierusalem, that they were all scattered abroad.
and Therefore you read Acts 8. that At that time when there was a persecution against the Church At Ierusalem, that they were all scattered abroad.
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Thirdly, The godly are scattered in this life from the glorious presence of God in Heaven;
Thirdly, The godly Are scattered in this life from the glorious presence of God in Heaven;
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indeed they are never scattered from the gracious presence of God, but sometimes they are scattered from the comforting presence of God,
indeed they Are never scattered from the gracious presence of God, but sometime they Are scattered from the comforting presence of God,
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and as long as we live in this world we shall be scattered from the glorious presence of God;
and as long as we live in this world we shall be scattered from the glorious presence of God;
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for while we are in the body, we are absent from the Lord. Secondly, This implies a bringing of Gods people out of this scattered condition;
for while we Are in the body, we Are absent from the Lord. Secondly, This Implies a bringing of God's people out of this scattered condition;
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it is a gathering of the righteous out of this world into another, from a sinful persecuted world into a sinlesse glorious world, from diversity of dwelling on earth, to dwell altogother in one heaven ▪ it is a gathering them out of the reach of men and devils:
it is a gathering of the righteous out of this world into Another, from a sinful persecuted world into a sinless glorious world, from diversity of Dwelling on earth, to dwell altogother in one heaven ▪ it is a gathering them out of the reach of men and Devils:
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a gathering them not only to the gracious, but to the glorious presence of God and Christ,
a gathering them not only to the gracious, but to the glorious presence of God and christ,
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and to the souls of just men made perfect, and to the general assembly of the first-born,
and to the Souls of just men made perfect, and to the general assembly of the firstborn,
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and to the City of the living God, the heavenly Ierusalem, where they shall live together, never to be scattered again.
and to the city of the living God, the heavenly Ierusalem, where they shall live together, never to be scattered again.
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To understand this the better, let me offer three things to you, shewing you that the godly are gathered to God three wayes:
To understand this the better, let me offer three things to you, showing you that the godly Are gathered to God three ways:
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In this life, at death, and at the day of judgement.
In this life, At death, and At the day of judgement.
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First, The righteous are gathered to God in this life, and that is at their first conversion;
First, The righteous Are gathered to God in this life, and that is At their First conversion;
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for by nature we are all Aliens and strangers to God, scattered from any union or communion with God;
for by nature we Are all Aliens and Strangers to God, scattered from any Union or communion with God;
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not only scattered from the glorious, but from the gracious presence of God. God made man at first to enjoy communion with himself;
not only scattered from the glorious, but from the gracious presence of God. God made man At First to enjoy communion with himself;
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but Adam lost this by his sin, and now we are all Cains and Vagabonds, scattered from the love of God,
but Adam lost this by his since, and now we Are all Cains and Vagabonds, scattered from the love of God,
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and from union and communion with God; but when God converts any of the Elect, he gathers them home to himself;
and from Union and communion with God; but when God converts any of the Elect, he gathers them home to himself;
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for conversion is nothing but Gods gathering them to himself in the second Adam, that were scattered from him in the first Adam; the first Adam was a root of scattering, a root of separation from God;
for conversion is nothing but God's gathering them to himself in the second Adam, that were scattered from him in the First Adam; the First Adam was a root of scattering, a root of separation from God;
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but the second Adam was a root of union and conjunction.
but the second Adam was a root of Union and conjunction.
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Christ is the head, and all the Elect are all gathered together in him, Ephes. 1. 10. that he might gather together in one all things in Christ;
christ is the head, and all the Elect Are all gathered together in him, Ephesians 1. 10. that he might gather together in one all things in christ;
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so that conversion is nothing but a gathering of the Elect of God to Christ by faith,
so that conversion is nothing but a gathering of the Elect of God to christ by faith,
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and a gathering to one another by love and charity. Secondly, Gods people are gathered at death;
and a gathering to one Another by love and charity. Secondly, God's people Are gathered At death;
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here they are gathered to Christ by grace, but at death they are gathered to Christ in glory;
Here they Are gathered to christ by grace, but At death they Are gathered to christ in glory;
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here they are gathered to God by hope, but at death by fruition;
Here they Are gathered to God by hope, but At death by fruition;
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here Christ is gathered to us, he comes down and dwells with us, but at death we shall be gathered to him, we shall go up,
Here christ is gathered to us, he comes down and dwells with us, but At death we shall be gathered to him, we shall go up,
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and • … e joyned with him.
and • … e joined with him.
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There is a great deal of difference between esse cum Christo, and esse in Christo; esse cum Christo, to be one with Christ is a Christians great security;
There is a great deal of difference between esse cum Christ, and esse in Christ; esse cum Christ, to be one with christ is a Christians great security;
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but esse in Christo, to be one in Christ, it is a Christians great felicity:
but esse in Christ, to be one in christ, it is a Christians great felicity:
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In this life we are gathered to God by • … aith, but at death by vision.
In this life we Are gathered to God by • … aith, but At death by vision.
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Lastly, We shall be gathered to God at the day of Judgement, it is called the day of the gathering of the Saints together;
Lastly, We shall be gathered to God At the day of Judgement, it is called the day of the gathering of the Saints together;
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a day when all the Saints that are, have been, or shall be, shall all be gathered together. 2 Thes. 2. 1. I beseech you brethren, by the coming of our Lord Iesus Christ,
a day when all the Saints that Are, have been, or shall be, shall all be gathered together. 2 Thebes 2. 1. I beseech you brothers, by the coming of our Lord Iesus christ,
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and by our gathering together unto him at the great day: and by our gathering together unto him At the great day:
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At the day of judgement we shall all be gathered together, and shall be all taken up to Heaven, I mean all the Righteous,
At the day of judgement we shall all be gathered together, and shall be all taken up to Heaven, I mean all the Righteous,
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and be ever with the Lord: And so much for the opening of the Doctrine.
and be ever with the Lord: And so much for the opening of the Doctrine.
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But here it may be objected, Are not the unrighteous gathered by death as well as the righteous?
But Here it may be objected, are not the unrighteous gathered by death as well as the righteous?
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I answer, it is true, the unrighteous are scattered in this life, and gathered by death as well as the righteous,
I answer, it is true, the unrighteous Are scattered in this life, and gathered by death as well as the righteous,
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but with a great deal of difference. First, The wicked are scattered in this life, but they are scattered from God;
but with a great deal of difference. First, The wicked Are scattered in this life, but they Are scattered from God;
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but the godly are scattered for God, and for a good Conscience many times, as they at Ierusalem were scattered.
but the godly Are scattered for God, and for a good Conscience many times, as they At Ierusalem were scattered.
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The godly are scattered from the glorious presence of God in Heaven, but the wicked are scattered from the gracious presence of God on earth.
The godly Are scattered from the glorious presence of God in Heaven, but the wicked Are scattered from the gracious presence of God on earth.
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Again, the scattering of the wicked is a curse to them, and it is threatned as a curse, Levit. 26. 32. I will scatter you among the heathen,
Again, the scattering of the wicked is a curse to them, and it is threatened as a curse, Levit. 26. 32. I will scatter you among the heathen,
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and draw out my sword after you: and draw out my sword After you:
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And wherever the wicked come, in what part soever of the world the wicked are scattered, they bring the curse of God with them,
And wherever the wicked come, in what part soever of the world the wicked Are scattered, they bring the curse of God with them,
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and they bring the Judgements of God on Towns or Cities where they are, as Plague, Famine, and Sword, and all miseries.
and they bring the Judgments of God on Towns or Cities where they Are, as Plague, Famine, and Sword, and all misery's.
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But the godly when they are scattered, they are scattered as a blessing, into what Countrey or Town soever they come, they come as a blessing, they come like a ship laden with Corn, to a Town ready to perish with Famine ▪ they come as a blessing four wayes.
But the godly when they Are scattered, they Are scattered as a blessing, into what Country or Town soever they come, they come as a blessing, they come like a ship laden with Corn, to a Town ready to perish with Famine ▪ they come as a blessing four ways.
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First, By their Prayers, to pray down a blessing on the place where they come. Secondly, They come as a blessing by their holy life and conversation;
First, By their Prayers, to pray down a blessing on the place where they come. Secondly, They come as a blessing by their holy life and Conversation;
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that is a Loadstone to draw others to holiness.
that is a Loadstone to draw Others to holiness.
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Thirdly, They come as a blessing by their holy advice and counsel that they give to the place where they come.
Thirdly, They come as a blessing by their holy Advice and counsel that they give to the place where they come.
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Nay fourthly, their very presence is a blessing: as long as Lot was in Sodom, Sodom could not be destroyed:
Nay fourthly, their very presence is a blessing: as long as Lot was in Sodom, Sodom could not be destroyed:
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so long as Paul was in the Ship, the three hundred could not be drowned.
so long as Paul was in the Ship, the three hundred could not be drowned.
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So that the godly come as a blessing whereever they are scattered, but the wicked are as chaffe scattered by the wind,
So that the godly come as a blessing wherever they Are scattered, but the wicked Are as chaff scattered by the wind,
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and they are scattered as the dust of the earth. You know when the dust is scattered it gets into mens eyes, and blinds them,
and they Are scattered as the dust of the earth. You know when the dust is scattered it gets into men's eyes, and blinds them,
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and falls upon their clothes, and sullies and defiles them; so the wicked wherever they are scattered, they defile the place where they are scattered.
and falls upon their clothes, and sullies and defiles them; so the wicked wherever they Are scattered, they defile the place where they Are scattered.
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The godly are as Planets, that wander and move from one part of Heaven to another, carrying light to the world.
The godly Are as Planets, that wander and move from one part of Heaven to Another, carrying Light to the world.
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Secondly, As the wicked are scattered while they live, so when they die they are gathered; it is true.
Secondly, As the wicked Are scattered while they live, so when they die they Are gathered; it is true.
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But how? Not to God, and Christ, and his Angels, but they are gathered to the Devil and his Angels, and to damned spirits;
But how? Not to God, and christ, and his Angels, but they Are gathered to the devil and his Angels, and to damned spirits;
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not as bundles of Wheat into the Barn of Heaven, but as bundles of Tares to be burned for ever in everlasting fire.
not as bundles of Wheat into the Barn of Heaven, but as bundles of Tares to be burned for ever in everlasting fire.
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Now, if the righteous perish as well as others, and if their perishing be nothing but a gathering to God and Christ: Then
Now, if the righteous perish as well as Others, and if their perishing be nothing but a gathering to God and christ: Then
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First, Learn hence the preciousness of every righteous man; the great God will not gather things of no value:
First, Learn hence the preciousness of every righteous man; the great God will not gather things of no valve:
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great men do not use to gather chaffe and straw;
great men do not use to gather chaff and straw;
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and therefore when God saith of Iosiah, I will gather thee to thy fathers, it was a sign he was a precious Pearl, worth the gathering, and of a high value and account in the sight of God;
and Therefore when God Says of Josiah, I will gather thee to thy Father's, it was a Signen he was a precious Pearl, worth the gathering, and of a high valve and account in the sighed of God;
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and so is every true Childe of God ▪ s right dear and precious are they in the sight of God, both living and dying;
and so is every true Child of God ▪ s right dear and precious Are they in the sighed of God, both living and dying;
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they are bought with a great price, not with gold and silver, and other corruptible things,
they Are bought with a great price, not with gold and silver, and other corruptible things,
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but they are bought with the precious blood of the Son of God: They are as precious to God as the apple of his eye;
but they Are bought with the precious blood of the Son of God: They Are as precious to God as the apple of his eye;
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so precious, that he hath given Christ for them, and to them;
so precious, that he hath given christ for them, and to them;
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so precious, that he called them his Jewels, his peculiar treasure, his Iedidiahs, and therefore God will not suffer them to perish,
so precious, that he called them his Jewels, his peculiar treasure, his Iedidiahs, and Therefore God will not suffer them to perish,
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but gather them to himself before the evil day come, as the Husbandman gathers in the Corn before the beasts go out into the field.
but gather them to himself before the evil day come, as the Husbandman gathers in the Corn before the beasts go out into the field.
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Secondly, Learn here what reason we have to be comforted in the death of a righteous man or woman ▪ because their death is not a perishing,
Secondly, Learn Here what reason we have to be comforted in the death of a righteous man or woman ▪ Because their death is not a perishing,
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but a gathering to God, and Christ, and the society of Saints and Angels.
but a gathering to God, and christ, and the society of Saints and Angels.
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The death of a righteous man is no more, then if a Merchant that hath abundance of Jewels in a far Countrey, he should send for them home.
The death of a righteous man is no more, then if a Merchant that hath abundance of Jewels in a Far Country, he should send for them home.
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Why death to a righteous man is nothing but Gods sending for his Jewels home.
Why death to a righteous man is nothing but God's sending for his Jewels home.
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Such a phrase there is in Mal. 3. 17. In the day that I make up my Iewels they shall be mine.
Such a phrase there is in Malachi 3. 17. In the day that I make up my Jewels they shall be mine.
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In this life they are imperfect Jewels;
In this life they Are imperfect Jewels;
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they are like Gold in the oar mingled with a great deal of drosse, and death is nothing but a perfecting of these Jewels; death is nothing more;
they Are like Gold in the oar mingled with a great deal of dross, and death is nothing but a perfecting of these Jewels; death is nothing more;
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and God doth nothing by death, but, as a Gold-finder, gather up all his ends of gold and silver:
and God does nothing by death, but, as a Gold-finder, gather up all his ends of gold and silver:
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It is nothing but just as if a Father should send for his Son home that had been a long while absent from him to his own house;
It is nothing but just as if a Father should send for his Son home that had been a long while absent from him to his own house;
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it is a carrying us to our Fathers house: And therefore let us be comforted when our righteous Friends die;
it is a carrying us to our Father's house: And Therefore let us be comforted when our righteous Friends die;
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though their death be matter of sorrow to us, in regard of the losse that we sustain by their death;
though their death be matter of sorrow to us, in regard of the loss that we sustain by their death;
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and because their death is a warning-piece of evil to come; yet in regard of them we have no cause to mourn.
and Because their death is a warningpiece of evil to come; yet in regard of them we have no cause to mourn.
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I speak this to those that are related to the righteous when they die:
I speak this to those that Are related to the righteous when they die:
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Did you ever see a Husbandman that mourned for the carrying of corn into the Barn? or a Jeweller mourn for making up of his Jewels? Let us mourn rather that we are left scattered among the wicked of the earth,
Did you ever see a Husbandman that mourned for the carrying of corn into the Barn? or a Jeweller mourn for making up of his Jewels? Let us mourn rather that we Are left scattered among the wicked of the earth,
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and from the glorious presence of God and Christ: and let us mourn for those that are scattered from Christ, and from grace;
and from the glorious presence of God and christ: and let us mourn for those that Are scattered from christ, and from grace;
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and for those, that whilest they live are scattered, and when they die are gathered to the Devil and his Angels.
and for those, that whilst they live Are scattered, and when they die Are gathered to the devil and his Angels.
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Let us not mourn for those that die in Christ, but let us mourn for those that live out of Christ;
Let us not mourn for those that die in christ, but let us mourn for those that live out of christ;
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let us not mourn over the body that the soul hath left, but let us mourn over the soul that God hath left.
let us not mourn over the body that the soul hath left, but let us mourn over the soul that God hath left.
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The third Use is of Consolation to all the people of God, in reference to evil times that are coming upon us,
The third Use is of Consolation to all the people of God, in Referente to evil times that Are coming upon us,
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or to the evil of times.
or to the evil of times.
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Whatever befals a Child of God in this life, though he be scattered by wicked men from England into forreign Countries,
Whatever befalls a Child of God in this life, though he be scattered by wicked men from England into foreign Countries,
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though be wander up and down in Desarts and Wildernesses, though he be scattered from house to prison,
though be wander up and down in Deserts and Wildernesses, though he be scattered from house to prison,
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yet there will be a gathering time shortly, there will a time come when all the Saints shall be gathered to Christ,
yet there will be a gathering time shortly, there will a time come when all the Saints shall be gathered to christ,
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and to one another, never to part any more. The death of Gods people is not a perishing, but a gathering;
and to one Another, never to part any more. The death of God's people is not a perishing, but a gathering;
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comfort your selves therefore with these words against the fear of death, look upon death as a gathering, as a gathering to Christ:
Comfort your selves Therefore with these words against the Fear of death, look upon death as a gathering, as a gathering to christ:
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You are here as Daniel in the Lyons Den, as Ieremiah in the Dungeon; yet there will come a gathering;
You Are Here as daniel in the Lyons Den, as Jeremiah in the Dungeon; yet there will come a gathering;
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and if you dye in a good cause, you shall not perish, but be gathered to Christ, to his Saints and Angels.
and if you die in a good cause, you shall not perish, but be gathered to christ, to his Saints and Angels.
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But you will say, If I were sure when I die, that I should be gathered to Christ, to live for ever with him, this would be matter of great consolation to me;
But you will say, If I were sure when I die, that I should be gathered to christ, to live for ever with him, this would be matter of great consolation to me;
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but you told me, the wicked are gathered by death as well as the godly;
but you told me, the wicked Are gathered by death as well as the godly;
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how shall I know whether (when I come to dye) I shall be gathered to the Devil and his Angels,
how shall I know whither (when I come to die) I shall be gathered to the devil and his Angels,
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or to Christ and his Angels? How shall I know whether I shall be gathered at death as a bundle of tares to be burned in Hell,
or to christ and his Angels? How shall I know whither I shall be gathered At death as a bundle of tares to be burned in Hell,
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or as a bundle of Wheat to be carried up into the Barn of Heaven? or as a bundle of Wheat to be carried up into the Barn of Heaven?
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I answer, you may know it by four things. First, If you are righteous, then you shall be gathered to Christ at death;
I answer, you may know it by four things. First, If you Are righteous, then you shall be gathered to christ At death;
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for the righteous shall go into everlasting life: Heaven is entailed upon righteous men; by righteousness I mean the imputed righteousness, and the imparted righteousness of Jesus Christ:for the righteous shall go into everlasting life: Heaven is entailed upon righteous men; by righteousness I mean the imputed righteousness, and the imparted righteousness of jesus christ:
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I wave the explication of them, because time will not give leave.
I wave the explication of them, Because time will not give leave.
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Know you not (saith the Apostle) that no unrighteous man shall inherit the Kingdome of God? Damnation is entailed upon unrighteous men. Secondly, If you are merciful;Know you not (Says the Apostle) that no unrighteous man shall inherit the Kingdom of God? Damnation is entailed upon unrighteous men. Secondly, If you Are merciful;
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the merciful man shall be gathered to Christ:
the merciful man shall be gathered to christ:
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If you are one that is full of bowels of compassion to the distressed Members of Jesus Christ,
If you Are one that is full of bowels of compassion to the distressed Members of jesus christ,
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for Christ hath said it, Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtainmercy.
for christ hath said it, Blessed Are the merciful, for they shall obtainmercy.
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Now if you are hard-hearted, covetous, worldly-minded, remember that Text, He shall have judgement without mercy, that shews no mercy.
Now if you Are hardhearted, covetous, worldly-minded, Remember that Text, He shall have judgement without mercy, that shows no mercy.
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Thirdly, He that is gathered to the second Adam by faith in this World, shall certainly be gathered unto Christ by vision in the other World;
Thirdly, He that is gathered to the second Adam by faith in this World, shall Certainly be gathered unto christ by vision in the other World;
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Christ Jesus will save all his Members; and you must know, that Faith is a transplanting Grace;
christ jesus will save all his Members; and you must know, that Faith is a transplanting Grace;
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it is not only a heart-purifying, but a World overcoming Grace, it takes a man out of the old Adam, and puts him into the new Adam, it takes a man out of the root of scattering,
it is not only a heart-purifying, but a World overcoming Grace, it Takes a man out of the old Adam, and puts him into the new Adam, it Takes a man out of the root of scattering,
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and puts him into the root of union and conjunction:
and puts him into the root of Union and conjunction:
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wherefore you that are now joined to Christ by faith here, shall be joyned to Christ in glory hereafter:
Wherefore you that Are now joined to christ by faith Here, shall be joined to christ in glory hereafter:
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But now you that are Vagabonds, Cains and Aliens from the life of God, and from the life of Grace:
But now you that Are Vagabonds, Cains and Aliens from the life of God, and from the life of Grace:
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You that are wooden members, wooden legs in Christs body, that have no real conjunction with Christ, you shall not be gathered to him in glory.
You that Are wooden members, wooden legs in Christ body, that have no real conjunction with christ, you shall not be gathered to him in glory.
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Lastly, If you are gathered here to the Saints by love, then you shall be gathered to the Saints in Heaven,
Lastly, If you Are gathered Here to the Saints by love, then you shall be gathered to the Saints in Heaven,
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and to the everlasting enjoyment of God with them to all Eternity. Consider this; Every man shall be gathered (when he dies) to those whom he delights,
and to the everlasting enjoyment of God with them to all Eternity. Consider this; Every man shall be gathered (when he die) to those whom he delights,
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and chooseth to keep company with while he lives in the world:
and chooses to keep company with while he lives in the world:
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if you are gathered to the wicked in love and affection here, you shall be gathered to them at death in Hell and destruction;
if you Are gathered to the wicked in love and affection Here, you shall be gathered to them At death in Hell and destruction;
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for it's pity companions should be parted: Wheat must to Wheat, and Tares to Tares; for Wheat and Tares shall not be bound together at the last day.
for it's pity Sodales should be parted: Wheat must to Wheat, and Tares to Tares; for Wheat and Tares shall not be bound together At the last day.
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The last Use is of Exhortation:
The last Use is of Exhortation:
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If the righteous must perish, and if their death be nothing but a gathering, then take this threefold Exhortation.
If the righteous must perish, and if their death be nothing but a gathering, then take this threefold Exhortation.
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First, Let us labour to make the best use we can of our godly friends and Ministers before they are gathered, let us do as Elisha did;
First, Let us labour to make the best use we can of our godly Friends and Ministers before they Are gathered, let us do as Elisha did;
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he was told that his Master Elijah was to be taken up to Heaven, and therefore he would never leave him till he had got the spirit of Elijah doubled upon him:
he was told that his Master Elijah was to be taken up to Heaven, and Therefore he would never leave him till he had god the Spirit of Elijah doubled upon him:
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If Elisha had not thought that Elijah would have been taken up that day, he would never have followed him so punctually and inseparably as he did.
If Elisha had not Thought that Elijah would have been taken up that day, he would never have followed him so punctually and inseparably as he did.
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O beloved, did you believe that text, Zach. 1. 5. of which we have often had experience, Your Fathers where are they? and the Prophets, do they live for ever? Indeed if they did live for ever, we might get good from them when we please,
O Beloved, did you believe that text, Zach 1. 5. of which we have often had experience, Your Father's where Are they? and the prophets, do they live for ever? Indeed if they did live for ever, we might get good from them when we please,
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because we are sure never to lose them; but they live not for ever, but must perish, and be taken up to Heaven:
Because we Are sure never to loose them; but they live not for ever, but must perish, and be taken up to Heaven:
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And therefore whilest we have them, let us make what use we can of them, before they be taken away from us.
And Therefore whilst we have them, let us make what use we can of them, before they be taken away from us.
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It is a great fault among the people of God, that they make no more use of their godly Friends und Ministers.
It is a great fault among the people of God, that they make no more use of their godly Friends and Ministers.
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I have known many that have godly Relations that have died, that it hath been the greatest burthen on their Consciences, that they got no more good by those godly Relations while they lived.
I have known many that have godly Relations that have died, that it hath been the greatest burden on their Consciences, that they god no more good by those godly Relations while they lived.
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Many of us deal with our Ministers as we do with a strange sight that is to be seen near our doors, we are not much;
Many of us deal with our Ministers as we do with a strange sighed that is to be seen near our doors, we Are not much;
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we are not much solicitous when we see it;
we Are not much solicitous when we see it;
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but a stranger that comes from a far Countrey, is curious and very careful presently to see it.
but a stranger that comes from a Far Country, is curious and very careful presently to see it.
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So do we in this City especially;
So do we in this city especially;
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I have had experience of it by being here many years, strangers that come out of the Country, many times get that good by a Minister, that his own people do not,
I have had experience of it by being Here many Years, Strangers that come out of the Country, many times get that good by a Minister, that his own people do not,
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because they think their Minister is continually with them:
Because they think their Minister is continually with them:
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But a stranger knows he is there but for a day, and he hears so, that he carries Christ home with him,
But a stranger knows he is there but for a day, and he hears so, that he carries christ home with him,
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and a great deal of consolation also. Beloved, this is a great fault; I beseech you remember, the righteous must be gathered;
and a great deal of consolation also. beloved, this is a great fault; I beseech you Remember, the righteous must be gathered;
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let us therefore do with them as we do with Books that are borrowed;
let us Therefore doe with them as we do with Books that Are borrowed;
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if a man borro vs a Book, he knows he must keep it but for a day or two,
if a man borrow us a Book, he knows he must keep it but for a day or two,
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and therefore he will be sure to read it over;
and Therefore he will be sure to read it over;
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whereas if the Book be a mans own, he laies it aside, because he knows he can read it at any time.
whereas if the Book be a men own, he lays it aside, Because he knows he can read it At any time.
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Remember, your Ministers are but lent you, they are not your own, and you know not but God may take your Elijahs from you this night:
remember, your Ministers Are but lent you, they Are not your own, and you know not but God may take your Elijahs from you this night:
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Therefore make what use you can of them, while you have them.
Therefore make what use you can of them, while you have them.
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2dly. Must the righteous be taken away? Then let the righteous make conscience of doing what good they can before they are taken away. Beloved;2dly. Must the righteous be taken away? Then let the righteous make conscience of doing what good they can before they Are taken away. beloved;
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if it were possible for the godly to grieve in Heaven, this would be their greatest sorrow, that they have done God no more service here upon Earth.
if it were possible for the godly to grieve in Heaven, this would be their greatest sorrow, that they have done God no more service Here upon Earth.
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Be wise for God, O ye righteous; do as old men do that have rich places and offices;
Be wise for God, Oh you righteous; do as old men do that have rich places and Offices;
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they labour to buy the reversion of their places for their Children;
they labour to buy the reversion of their places for their Children;
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so must you to whom God hath given great gifts and graces, labour to propagate your gifts and graces, that there may be no loss by your death.
so must you to whom God hath given great Gifts and graces, labour to propagate your Gifts and graces, that there may be no loss by your death.
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Observe the c• … re of S. Paul the aged in his exhortations to Timothy, 2 Tim. 4. 5, 6. Watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an Evangelist, make full proof of thy Ministry;
Observe the c• … re of S. Paul the aged in his exhortations to Timothy, 2 Tim. 4. 5, 6. Watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an Evangelist, make full proof of thy Ministry;
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why so? for I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand;
why so? for I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is At hand;
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and therefore work thou, see that thou endure affliction, preach the Gospel as becomes a Minister of the Gospel, that there may be no loss by my departure, so in 2 Tim. 2. 2. The things that thou hast heard of me among many Witnesses, the same commit thou to saithful men, that shall be able to teach others also.
and Therefore work thou, see that thou endure affliction, preach the Gospel as becomes a Minister of the Gospel, that there may be no loss by my departure, so in 2 Tim. 2. 2. The things that thou hast herd of me among many Witnesses, the same commit thou to saithful men, that shall be able to teach Others also.
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Hath God committed any thing to you? a treasure of Learning or Grace;
Hath God committed any thing to you? a treasure of Learning or Grace;
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commit it to young Ministers, that they may commit it to others, that so there may be a succession of gifts and graces.
commit it to young Ministers, that they may commit it to Others, that so there may be a succession of Gifts and graces.
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Do as Physicians do, that labour to communicate their skill to their children and to others;
Do as Physicians do, that labour to communicate their skill to their children and to Others;
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so should we, that so there may be a succession of godly ones, that godliness may be entailed upon us and our Relations.
so should we, that so there may be a succession of godly ones, that godliness may be entailed upon us and our Relations.
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Thirdly and lastly, Let us all labour to be such, that when we dye, when we come to be gathered, we may be gathered to Christ and his Angels,
Thirdly and lastly, Let us all labour to be such, that when we die, when we come to be gathered, we may be gathered to christ and his Angels,
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and not to the Devil and his Angels.
and not to the devil and his Angels.
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And for that purpose, let us labour to be merciful and righteous, and let us be gathered to Christ by faith,
And for that purpose, let us labour to be merciful and righteous, and let us be gathered to christ by faith,
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and to one another by love and dear affection, and then we shall be gathered at the great day to Christ,
and to one Another by love and dear affection, and then we shall be gathered At the great day to christ,
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and the blessed company of Saints and Angels. There are four observations yet behind, but I must wave them at this time.
and the blessed company of Saints and Angels. There Are four observations yet behind, but I must wave them At this time.
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I have now another Sermon to preach, and I cannot without injury to you that are alive,
I have now Another Sermon to preach, and I cannot without injury to you that Are alive,
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and without wrong to the memory of my dearly beloved Brother, but speak something of him at whose Funeral we are met this evening, not so much for his commendation, he needs it not, but for our imitation;
and without wrong to the memory of my dearly Beloved Brother, but speak something of him At whose Funeral we Are met this evening, not so much for his commendation, he needs it not, but for our imitation;
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it is pitty, great pitty something should not be said, that this Reverend Minister, though dead, may yet preach this night;
it is pity, great pity something should not be said, that this Reverend Minister, though dead, may yet preach this night;
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and I have so much to say of him, that I know not where to begin;
and I have so much to say of him, that I know not where to begin;
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and when I have begun, I hardly know how to make an end. I must confesse, the little time allotted me for the providing for this solemn Work,
and when I have begun, I hardly know how to make an end. I must confess, the little time allotted me for the providing for this solemn Work,
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and the necessary avocations in this little time, have hindered me from informing my self about his breeding and manner of education at Emanuel Colledge under Mr. Stooker, and his excellent carriage and converse with Mr. Hildersam, Mr. Dod, Mr. Ball, Mr. Langley, and other Ministers famous in their generations;
and the necessary avocations in this little time, have hindered me from informing my self about his breeding and manner of education At Emmanuel College under Mr. Stooker, and his excellent carriage and converse with Mr. Hildersham, Mr. Dod, Mr. Ball, Mr. Langley, and other Ministers famous in their generations;
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and the many pressures and hardships that he suffered in those parts and times, for the keeping of his Conscience pure from that which he counted sin,
and the many pressures and hardships that he suffered in those parts and times, for the keeping of his Conscience pure from that which he counted since,
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and therefore I must draw a vail over that part of his life, and confine my discourse onely to the time since his coming to live with us in London, which is about the space of twenty two, or three & twenty years;
and Therefore I must draw a Vail over that part of his life, and confine my discourse only to the time since his coming to live with us in London, which is about the Molle of twenty two, or three & twenty Years;
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all which time, I have had the happinesse to be intimately acquainted with him, insomuch as that I can freely and clearly professe,
all which time, I have had the happiness to be intimately acquainted with him, insomuch as that I can freely and clearly profess,
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and that with a sad heart, that I, and many others, have lost a real, wise,
and that with a sad heart, that I, and many Others, have lost a real, wise,
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and godly friend, brother, and fellow-labourer in the Lord j the Church hath lost an eminent member, and choice pillar:
and godly friend, brother, and Fellow-laborer in the Lord j the Church hath lost an eminent member, and choice pillar:
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and this City hath lost an ancient, faithfull, and painfull minister, who by his prayers and holy life, did seek to keep off the Judgements of God from falling upon us;
and this city hath lost an ancient, faithful, and painful minister, who by his Prayers and holy life, did seek to keep off the Judgments of God from falling upon us;
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and the lesse sensible the City is of this losse, the greater is the losse.
and the less sensible the city is of this loss, the greater is the loss.
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I fear we may too truly repeat the words in the Text, The righteous perisheth, and no man layes it to-heart;
I Fear we may too truly repeat the words in the Text, The righteous Perishes, and no man lays it to-heart;
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and mercifull men are taken away, none considering that the righteous are taken away from the evil to come. and merciful men Are taken away, none considering that the righteous Are taken away from the evil to come.
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I have read of Philo the Iew, and by chance met with the same in the life of S. Ambrose, that when they came to any City or Town,
I have read of Philo the Iew, and by chance met with the same in the life of S. Ambrose, that when they Come to any city or Town,
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and heard of the death of any godly man, though never so poor, they would both of them mourn exceedingly,
and herd of the death of any godly man, though never so poor, they would both of them mourn exceedingly,
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because of the great losse that place had by the death of that godly man, and because it was a warning-piece from God of evil approaching.
Because of the great loss that place had by the death of that godly man, and Because it was a warningpiece from God of evil approaching.
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But we have had many godly men, and godly ministers, taken away of late, and yet I fear me,
But we have had many godly men, and godly Ministers, taken away of late, and yet I Fear me,
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but few lay it to heart;
but few lay it to heart;
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and therefore as I said, the loss is the greater to this City, because it is so little sensible of it.
and Therefore as I said, the loss is the greater to this city, Because it is so little sensible of it.
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It is a great loss also to his relations;
It is a great loss also to his relations;
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his wife hath lost a dear and loving husband, his sister a dear brother, his parish and congregation a faithful pastour.
his wife hath lost a dear and loving husband, his sister a dear brother, his parish and congregation a faithful pastor.
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The ministerial excellencies of many ministers were collected and concentred in one Simeon Ash; he was a Bezaleel in Gods tabernacle, a master-builder,
The ministerial excellencies of many Ministers were collected and concentred in one Simeon Ash; he was a Bezaleel in God's tabernacle, a master-builder,
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an old disciple, a Polycarp, a Christian of long standing in the school of Christ, a burning and a shining light, one whom many ministers and other good Christians called father, insomuch that it was a common proverb in this City, father Ash; and I believe, many experimentally lament over him,
an old disciple, a Polycarp, a Christian of long standing in the school of christ, a burning and a shining Light, one whom many Ministers and other good Christians called father, insomuch that it was a Common proverb in this city, father Ash; and I believe, many experimentally lament over him,
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as the King did over the Prophet Elisha; My father, my father, the chariots of Israel and the horsemen thereof!
as the King did over the Prophet Elisha; My father, my father, the chariots of Israel and the horsemen thereof!
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For he lived desired, and died lamented;
For he lived desired, and died lamented;
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not only in the City, but I believe in very many places in the Countrey where he was known.
not only in the city, but I believe in very many places in the Country where he was known.
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But more particularly, there were twelve excellencies that I observed in this Reverend Minister, and my dear brother, that were as twelve Jewels or precious pearls in that crown with which God had crowned him:
But more particularly, there were twelve excellencies that I observed in this Reverend Minister, and my dear brother, that were as twelve Jewels or precious Pearls in that crown with which God had crowned him:
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I shall name them for your imitation and benefit, he needs them not, for he is above our Eulogy.
I shall name them for your imitation and benefit, he needs them not, for he is above our Eulogy.
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The first and chief Jewel that did beautifie and adorn this our brother, was his sincerity and uprightness of heart, which indeed is not a single grace,
The First and chief Jewel that did beautify and adorn this our brother, was his sincerity and uprightness of heart, which indeed is not a single grace,
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but the soul of all grace, and the interlineary that must run through all grace:
but the soul of all grace, and the interlineary that must run through all grace:
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for what is faith if it be not unfeigned? what will love to God profit you if it be not without dissimulation? what is repentance worth if it be not in truth? as the body without the soul is a rotten carkass,
for what is faith if it be not unfeigned? what will love to God profit you if it be not without dissimulation? what is Repentance worth if it be not in truth? as the body without the soul is a rotten carcase,
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so is all grace without sincerity; this is the soul of all grace, this is the girdle of truth.
so is all grace without sincerity; this is the soul of all grace, this is the girdle of truth.
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Sincerity is that which girts all our spiritual armour together, and makes them useful;
Sincerity is that which girts all our spiritual armour together, and makes them useful;
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what advantage is it to have the brest-plate of righteousness, the shield of faith, the helmet of hope,
what advantage is it to have the breastplate of righteousness, the shield of faith, the helmet of hope,
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if they be but painted things? it is the girdle of sincerity that makes all the other parts of our armour useful.
if they be but painted things? it is the girdle of sincerity that makes all the other parts of our armour useful.
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Now this excellent grace of sincerity was eminent in this our dear brother; he was a true Nathanael, in whom there was no guile; I mean, no allowed hypocrisie;
Now this excellent grace of sincerity was eminent in this our dear brother; he was a true Nathanael, in whom there was no guile; I mean, no allowed hypocrisy;
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and this was that which carried him throuoh the pangs of death with a great deal of comfort;
and this was that which carried him throuoh the pangs of death with a great deal of Comfort;
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for he was able to say with Hezekiah, Remember, O Lord, how I have walked before thee in truth, and with a perfect heart.
for he was able to say with Hezekiah, remember, Oh Lord, how I have walked before thee in truth, and with a perfect heart.
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He could say with Paul, This is my rejoycing, the testimony of my conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, I have had my conversation in the world.
He could say with Paul, This is my rejoicing, the testimony of my conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, I have had my Conversation in the world.
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Secondly, another Jewel was his humility; this is a grace that he was cloathed withall, and it is a rare grace;
Secondly, Another Jewel was his humility; this is a grace that he was clothed withal, and it is a rare grace;
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for God dwels with the humble; he resists the proud, but he gives grace to the humble.
for God dwells with the humble; he resists the proud, but he gives grace to the humble.
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This reverend Minister was low in his own eyes, and therefore very high in Gods eyes;
This reverend Minister was low in his own eyes, and Therefore very high in God's eyes;
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he had a mean esteem of himself, and therefore he was in high esteem with God.
he had a mean esteem of himself, and Therefore he was in high esteem with God.
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He was as Iacob said of himself, less then the least of Gods mercies, and therefore he was made partaker of the best of Gods mercies.
He was as Iacob said of himself, less then the least of God's Mercies, and Therefore he was made partaker of the best of God's Mercies.
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He was like an ear of corn full of fruit, bowing down in thankfulness to God.
He was like an ear of corn full of fruit, bowing down in thankfulness to God.
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Thirdly, another Jewel was the fruitfulness of his discourse, for it may be said of him,
Thirdly, Another Jewel was the fruitfulness of his discourse, for it may be said of him,
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as it was of Christ, he went about doing good; wherever he went he scattered his goodness;
as it was of christ, he went about doing good; wherever he went he scattered his Goodness;
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this all that knew him, know to be true. He was full of good discourse wherever he came.
this all that knew him, know to be true. He was full of good discourse wherever he Come.
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When I was with him in his sicknesse, he took occasion to complain much, and not without just cause (God grant his complaint may make impression upon our hearts) he complained that it was a great fault among Ministers, that when they met together, they discoursed no more of Christ, of Heaven,
When I was with him in his sickness, he took occasion to complain much, and not without just cause (God grant his complaint may make impression upon our hearts) he complained that it was a great fault among Ministers, that when they met together, they discoursed no more of christ, of Heaven,
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and of the concernments of the other world;
and of the concernments of the other world;
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and professed, that if God should restore him, he would be more careful in his discourse,
and professed, that if God should restore him, he would be more careful in his discourse,
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and more fruitful then ever yet he had been. Fourthly, another Jewel that beautified this righteous man, was his mercifulnesse:
and more fruitful then ever yet he had been. Fourthly, Another Jewel that beautified this righteous man, was his mercifulness:
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He was a merciful man, which he manifested, not only in his charity to the Members of Jesus Christ,
He was a merciful man, which he manifested, not only in his charity to the Members of jesus christ,
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but in his frequent visiting of sick persons, and persons that needed his spiritual Physick.
but in his frequent visiting of sick Persons, and Persons that needed his spiritual Physic.
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I know not any Minister in the City more careful in visiting the sick, then he was.
I know not any Minister in the city more careful in visiting the sick, then he was.
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Fifthly, another Jewel was his prudence and spiritual wisdome;
Fifthly, Another Jewel was his prudence and spiritual Wisdom;
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he was not only a pious and godly, but a wise and prudent Minister, that had zeal for God,
he was not only a pious and godly, but a wise and prudent Minister, that had zeal for God,
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but knew how to mingle his zeal with discretion; discretion indeed without zeal is nothing but carnal policy;
but knew how to mingle his zeal with discretion; discretion indeed without zeal is nothing but carnal policy;
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but zeal without discretion is nothing but frantick fury;
but zeal without discretion is nothing but frantic fury;
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discretion without zeal will quickly eat out the heart of religion, and eat religion out of the heart.
discretion without zeal will quickly eat out the heart of Religion, and eat Religion out of the heart.
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Zeal without discretion is not a coal from the Altar, but a coal kindled by the wild fire of passion, that is able to set a Nation on fire;
Zeal without discretion is not a coal from the Altar, but a coal kindled by the wild fire of passion, that is able to Set a nation on fire;
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but this Reverend Minister had zeal sweetly tempered with discretion. Sixthly, another Jewel was his patience;
but this Reverend Minister had zeal sweetly tempered with discretion. Sixthly, Another Jewel was his patience;
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God 〈 ◊ 〉 pleased to exercise him with long and great afflictions by reason of the Gout, that did often, especially of late years affix him to his bed,
God 〈 ◊ 〉 pleased to exercise him with long and great afflictions by reason of the Gout, that did often, especially of late Years affix him to his Bed,
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and afflict him with great pain;
and afflict him with great pain;
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but God was pleased to put his everlasting Arms underneath him, supporting him under all his pains,
but God was pleased to put his everlasting Arms underneath him, supporting him under all his pains,
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and giving him a great measure of patience, insomuch that in patience he did possesse his soul,
and giving him a great measure of patience, insomuch that in patience he did possess his soul,
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and patience had its perfect work in him. The seventh Jewel was his high valuation of Jesus Christ;
and patience had its perfect work in him. The seventh Jewel was his high valuation of jesus christ;
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a written copy for us to follow; and for you his people also.
a written copy for us to follow; and for you his people also.
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Being with him in his last sicknesse, he exhorted me and other Ministers to preach much of Jesus Christ,
Being with him in his last sickness, he exhorted me and other Ministers to preach much of jesus christ,
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and to speak to him of Jesus Christ; and he said, When I consider my best duties, I sink, I die, I despair;
and to speak to him of jesus christ; and he said, When I Consider my best duties, I sink, I die, I despair;
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but when I think of Christ, I have enough, he is all and in all. I think these were his very words.but when I think of christ, I have enough, he is all and in all. I think these were his very words.
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I desire (said he) to know nothing but Iesus Christ, and him crucified: I account all things dung and dross that I may be found in Christ. I desire (said he) to know nothing but Iesus christ, and him Crucified: I account all things dung and dross that I may be found in christ.
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To this effect he spake in the morning before the evening in which he died, speaking much of Jesus Christ.
To this Effect he spoke in the morning before the evening in which he died, speaking much of jesus christ.
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Eighthly, another Jewel was his diligence in preaching the Gospel in season and out of season;
Eighthly, Another Jewel was his diligence in preaching the Gospel in season and out of season;
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in the time of his health he was a painful, laborious Preacher; one that did not preach to tickle the ear, to wound the heart;
in the time of his health he was a painful, laborious Preacher; one that did not preach to tickle the ear, to wound the heart;
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not to please, but to profit; not seeking the applause of the people, but the salvation of their souls:
not to please, but to profit; not seeking the applause of the people, but the salvation of their Souls:
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This all know to be true.
This all know to be true.
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Ninthly, another Jewel that did beautifie and adorn this Reverend Minister, was his excellent gift in prayer,
Ninthly, Another Jewel that did beautify and adorn this Reverend Minister, was his excellent gift in prayer,
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and herein he was very eminent, and did exceed many, nay I may say most of his brethren:
and herein he was very eminent, and did exceed many, nay I may say most of his brothers:
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As Apollos was mighty in the Scriptures, so was he (as you all know) mighty in prayer;
As Apollos was mighty in the Scriptures, so was he (as you all know) mighty in prayer;
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he was a Iacob, very skilful in wrestling with God, like Moses he often stood in the gap, and at • … ost Fasts in the time of his health, he was the Mini• … r that was chosen to conclude with prayer;
he was a Iacob, very skilful in wrestling with God, like Moses he often stood in the gap, and At • … ost Fasts in the time of his health, he was the Mini• … r that was chosen to conclude with prayer;
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and this • … rightens the losse that we sustain by the death of this godly Minister,
and this • … rightens the loss that we sustain by the death of this godly Minister,
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because we have lost the benefit of his prayers, which is an invaluable losse; for though I doubt not but he prays in heaven for the Church in general,
Because we have lost the benefit of his Prayers, which is an invaluable loss; for though I doubt not but he prays in heaven for the Church in general,
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yet I believe he prays not for any in particular, as not knowing what our condition is, For Abraham knows us not, for the Saints in heaven know not what is done upon earth.
yet I believe he prays not for any in particular, as not knowing what our condition is, For Abraham knows us not, for the Saints in heaven know not what is done upon earth.
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The losse therefore is the greater, because we have lost not only a preaching, but a praying Minister:
The loss Therefore is the greater, Because we have lost not only a preaching, but a praying Minister:
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And give me leave to add, that this excellency in this Minister, is sufficient to prove, 1. That there is a gift of prayer, which some against all reason do deny. 2. That conceived prayers when uttered by one that hath the gift of prayer, are not vain To• … tologies, or empty repetitions, and a rate of non-sence;
And give me leave to add, that this excellency in this Minister, is sufficient to prove, 1. That there is a gift of prayer, which Some against all reason do deny. 2. That conceived Prayers when uttered by one that hath the gift of prayer, Are not vain To• … tologies, or empty repetitions, and a rate of nonsense;
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as some unjustly charge men with;
as Some unjustly charge men with;
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but they are the breathings of Gods spirit, that pierce not only into the ears and hearts of the hearers,
but they Are the breathings of God's Spirit, that pierce not only into the ears and hearts of the hearers,
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but into the ears and heart of God himself. Tenthly, the next Jewel was, he had great acquaintance and communion with God;
but into the ears and heart of God himself. Tenthly, the next Jewel was, he had great acquaintance and communion with God;
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for he was of a long standing in the School of Christ, and a good proficient in that School.
for he was of a long standing in the School of christ, and a good proficient in that School.
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Much acquaintance he had with God, he was often in the Mount with God, and came down with his face shining,
Much acquaintance he had with God, he was often in the Mount with God, and Come down with his face shining,
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though he in his modesty did not see it;
though he in his modesty did not see it;
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and when he came to die, he was able to say as Dr. Preston did when he lay a dying, I shall change my place, but not my company.
and when he Come to die, he was able to say as Dr. Preston did when he lay a dying, I shall change my place, but not my company.
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Eleventhly, another Jewel was his comfortable passage out of this world, dying with a great deal of calmnesse and serenity upon his Conscience;
Eleventhly, Another Jewel was his comfortable passage out of this world, dying with a great deal of calmness and serenity upon his Conscience;
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The morning before he died, I heard him say these words, It is one thing to speak of Christ,
The morning before he died, I herd him say these words, It is one thing to speak of christ,
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and of Heaven, and another thing to feel the consolations of Christ and of Heaven as I do, clapping his hand on his breast.and of Heaven, and Another thing to feel the consolations of christ and of Heaven as I do, clapping his hand on his breast.
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Another time I heard him say, The comforts of a holy life are real, soul-supporting,
another time I herd him say, The comforts of a holy life Are real, Soul-supporting,
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and that he felt the reallity of those comforts, and that by him we might know it was not in vain to serve God. and that he felt the reality of those comforts, and that by him we might know it was not in vain to serve God.
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And I cannot forget his speech the morning before he died, I am a little strained,
And I cannot forget his speech the morning before he died, I am a little strained,
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but I care no more for my life, then I do for this fillip: but I care no more for my life, then I do for this fillip:
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That which was said of old Simeon, Luke 2. may be said of this Reverend Minister, Mr. Simeon Ash, who was a Simeon, a just and devout man, an old Servant of.
That which was said of old Simeon, Lycia 2. may be said of this Reverend Minister, Mr. Simeon Ash, who was a Simeon, a just and devout man, an old Servant of.
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Iesus Christ, one that waited for the consolation of Israel; one that dyed, though not with Christ in his bodily Arms,Iesus christ, one that waited for the consolation of Israel; one that died, though not with christ in his bodily Arms,
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yet with Christ in the Arms of his Faith:
yet with christ in the Arms of his Faith:
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and when he died, could say as it is there, Now Lord, lettest thou thy servant depart in peace,
and when he died, could say as it is there, Now Lord, Lettest thou thy servant depart in peace,
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for mine eyes have seen thy salvation. Lastly, another Jewel was his constancy and perseverance; he was not a Reed shaken with every wind, but as firm as a Rock,for mine eyes have seen thy salvation. Lastly, Another Jewel was his constancy and perseverance; he was not a Reed shaken with every wind, but as firm as a Rock,
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an immovable Pillar in Gods House: he was unchangeable in changeable times; in Religion he was a house built on a Rock, not on the sand:
an immovable Pillar in God's House: he was unchangeable in changeable times; in Religion he was a house built on a Rock, not on the sand:
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and as he lived, so he dyed holily, even as the ancient Patriarks that dyed in the Faith,
and as he lived, so he died holily, even as the ancient Patriarchs that died in the Faith,
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and endured faithfully unto the death.
and endured faithfully unto the death.
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Now this excellent Minister of Christ thus beautified with these Jewels, is now perished as to his outward man, gathered to God to Christ,
Now this excellent Minister of christ thus beautified with these Jewels, is now perished as to his outward man, gathered to God to christ,
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and the blessed company of Saints and Angels.
and the blessed company of Saints and Angels.
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The application that I shall make of this Discourse is this, 1. To us Ministers. 2. To you of this Parish and Congregation. First to us Ministers.
The application that I shall make of this Discourse is this, 1. To us Ministers. 2. To you of this Parish and Congregation. First to us Ministers.
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God hath of late years taken to himself many famous men: Seven of the Lecturers of Cornhill are dead, Mr. Burroughs, Dr. Bolton, Mr. Sedg• … wick, Mr. Whitaker, Mr. Cranford, Mr. Vines, and now Mr. Ash. I might name many other excellent Ministers that are dead,
God hath of late Years taken to himself many famous men: Seven of the Lecturers of Cornhill Are dead, Mr. Burroughs, Dr. Bolton, Mr. Sedg• … wick, Mr. Whitaker, Mr. Cranford, Mr. Vines, and now Mr. Ash. I might name many other excellent Ministers that Are dead,
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as Dr. Gouge, Mr. Walker, Mr. Gataker, Mr. Marshal, Mr. Robinson, and lately Mr. Cook, with many more:
as Dr. Gouge, Mr. Walker, Mr. Gataker, Mr. Marshal, Mr. Robinson, and lately Mr. Cook, with many more:
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Now all these are warning-pieces from heaven of judgements approaching; For the righteous perish, and no man lays it to heart;
Now all these Are warning-pieces from heaven of Judgments approaching; For the righteous perish, and no man lays it to heart;
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and merciful men are taken away, none considering that the righteous are taken away from the evil to come. and merciful men Are taken away, none considering that the righteous Are taken away from the evil to come.
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Thus Methuselah dyed a year before the Flood: now Methuselah in Hebrew signifies a Messenger of death.
Thus Methuselah died a year before the Flood: now Methuselah in Hebrew signifies a Messenger of death.
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Thus Austin dyed a little before Hippo was taken;
Thus Austin died a little before Hippo was taken;
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and Pareus a little before Hiddleburge was taken, and Luther a little before the Wars in Germany began The death of the godly is like the separating of the Israelites from the tents of Corah and his company,
and Pareus a little before Hiddleburge was taken, and Luther a little before the Wars in Germany began The death of the godly is like the separating of the Israelites from the tents of Corah and his company,
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like the taking of Lot out of Sodom. When the Israelites departed from Corah and his company, the earth swallowed them up:
like the taking of Lot out of Sodom. When the Israelites departed from Corah and his company, the earth swallowed them up:
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and when Lot departed out of Sodom, God rained down fire, and brimstone upon them.
and when Lot departed out of Sodom, God reigned down fire, and brimstone upon them.
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Let the thoughts of these things cause us to provide our Arks, to get our Zoar ' s.
Let the thoughts of these things cause us to provide our Arks, to get our Zoar ' s.
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Let it teach young Samuels to rise up in the room of old Elyes; young Elisha's in the room of old Elijahs: and young Timothies in the room of Paul the aged;
Let it teach young Samuels to rise up in the room of old Ely's; young Elisha's in the room of old Elijahs: and young Timothies in the room of Paul the aged;
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that there may be a succession of Gospel Ministers to hold forth the Word of life to this Nation.
that there may be a succession of Gospel Ministers to hold forth the Word of life to this nation.
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And let us labour to be inheritors of of these twelve Excellencies, that beautified this our reverend Brother.
And let us labour to be inheritors of of these twelve Excellencies, that beautified this our reverend Brother.
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Secondly, Let me speak a few words to you of this Parish, the Auditors of this worthy Minister.
Secondly, Let me speak a few words to you of this Parish, the Auditors of this worthy Minister.
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There is scarce one man of a hundred that understands the tie and obligation that is betwixt a Minister and his people.
There is scarce one man of a hundred that understands the tie and obligation that is betwixt a Minister and his people.
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O the love and affection that ought to be betwixt them!
O the love and affection that ought to be betwixt them!
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Paul • … ells the Galatians, that they could a pluckt out their eyes for him if need were.Paul • … Else the Galatians, that they could a plucked out their eyes for him if need were.
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Chrysostom tells us, that when Mile• … was taken away by death from his people, their hearts sunk with sorrow;Chrysostom tells us, that when Mile• … was taken away by death from his people, their hearts sunk with sorrow;
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and such love had they to him, that they called all their children by his name,
and such love had they to him, that they called all their children by his name,
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and got his picture engraven on their rings.
and god his picture engraven on their rings.
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And I have read of Chrysostome, that when he was banished from his people, there was not a corner in the City,
And I have read of Chrysostom, that when he was banished from his people, there was not a corner in the city,
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but was full of people weeping and lamenting.
but was full of people weeping and lamenting.
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The losse of a godly Minister is a publick losse, therefore there ought to be publick mourning;
The loss of a godly Minister is a public loss, Therefore there ought to be public mourning;
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it is a soullosse, and therefore, methinks, every one of you should weep and mourn; you have lost your common father;
it is a soullosse, and Therefore, methinks, every one of you should weep and mourn; you have lost your Common father;
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you of this congregation have lost your spiritual father, your spiritual shepherd; you have lost your eyes, your guide;
you of this congregation have lost your spiritual father, your spiritual shepherd; you have lost your eyes, your guide;
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and indeed it is you that are his flock that must commend your Minister, by practising that which he preached:
and indeed it is you that Are his flock that must commend your Minister, by practising that which he preached:
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said the Apostle, 2 Cor. 3. 1. Do we again begin to commend our selves,
said the Apostle, 2 Cor. 3. 1. Do we again begin to commend our selves,
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or need we, as some others, Epistles of commendation to you, or letters of commendation from you? Ye are our Epistles written in our hearts, known and read of all men. or need we, as Some Others, Epistles of commendation to you, or letters of commendation from you? You Are our Epistles written in our hearts, known and read of all men.
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As if the Apostle should say, do we need letters of commendation? is it necessary that we should spend time in commending our ministry;
As if the Apostle should say, do we need letters of commendation? is it necessary that we should spend time in commending our Ministry;
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you are out letters of commendation, your holiness and piety commends a Minister above all other things.
you Are out letters of commendation, your holiness and piety commends a Minister above all other things.
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As when a man comes into an Orchard or Vineyard, said Chrysostome, and sees every thing skilfully handled, and neatly • … fimmed, he need not spend time in commending the Vine-dresser,
As when a man comes into an Orchard or Vineyard, said Chrysostom, and sees every thing skilfully handled, and neatly • … fimmed, he need not spend time in commending the Vine-dresser,
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or Carpenter, the work it self commends them. So ought it to be among you:
or Carpenter, the work it self commends them. So ought it to be among you:
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when we preach the Funeral Sermons of Ministers, we must look into his Parish or Congregation,
when we preach the Funeral Sermons of Ministers, we must look into his Parish or Congregation,
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and see what letters of commendation there are; whether the proficiency of the Auditors commend their Ministers.
and see what letters of commendation there Are; whither the proficiency of the Auditors commend their Ministers.
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I grant, it is not alwayes true, God doth not alwayes give successe to a godly Minister, but the worst is yours;
I grant, it is not always true, God does not always give success to a godly Minister, but the worst is yours;
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I had almost said the curse is yours, but I will speak modestly, the worst is yours.
I had almost said the curse is yours, but I will speak modestly, the worst is yours.
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Tell me how many of you are able to say, I blesse God that ever such a Minister was sent among us;
Tell me how many of you Are able to say, I bless God that ever such a Minister was sent among us;
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blessed be God that ever we heard him preach; what seal of his ministry is there here among you? he was in another,
blessed be God that ever we herd him preach; what seal of his Ministry is there Here among you? he was in Another,
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and another place in this City, and it may be here are people from all places that have been his Auditors;
and Another place in this city, and it may be Here Are people from all places that have been his Auditors;
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what seal of his ministry is there now to be found among you? how many souls hath he pluckt out of the snares of the devil? how many of you have gone away weeping from a Sermon, knocking your breasts and pricked at the hearts for sin, crying out, Men and Brethren, what shall we do to be saved? your tears and mourning for sin, these are the Auditors that commend your Ministers.
what seal of his Ministry is there now to be found among you? how many Souls hath he plucked out of the snares of the Devil? how many of you have gone away weeping from a Sermon, knocking your breasts and pricked At the hearts for since, crying out, Men and Brothers, what shall we do to be saved? your tears and mourning for since, these Are the Auditors that commend your Ministers.
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Go home now, and think with your selves, what can I remember of all the Sermons that I have heard from Mr. Ash! and give me leave to tell you, woe be to you,
Go home now, and think with your selves, what can I Remember of all the Sermons that I have herd from Mr. Ash! and give me leave to tell you, woe be to you,
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if as your Minister be dead, so all the Sermons that he made die with him:
if as your Minister be dead, so all the Sermons that he made die with him:
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For as Abel being dead yet speaketh, so shall the Sermons of this worthy Minister, at the great day speak for you,
For as Abel being dead yet speaks, so shall the Sermons of this worthy Minister, At the great day speak for you,
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or against you, for they are spiritual talents that God hath betrusted you with, and you must be accountable, both he and you shall appear before the Tribunal of God;
or against you, for they Are spiritual Talents that God hath betrusted you with, and you must be accountable, both he and you shall appear before the Tribunal of God;
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your Minister shall be examined how he can free himself from the guilt of soul-blood,
your Minister shall be examined how he can free himself from the guilt of Soul-blood,
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and you shall be examined, what fruit you have brought forth, answerable to the means that you have enjoyed;
and you shall be examined, what fruit you have brought forth, answerable to the means that you have enjoyed;
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and if it appear that you have been unprofitable and unfruitful hearers, Ch• … ist will say, Cast the unprofitable servant into utter darkness.
and if it appear that you have been unprofitable and unfruitful hearers, Ch• … is't will say, Cast the unprofitable servant into utter darkness.
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But I hope better things of you, and things that accompany salvation. Whatever was good in this reverend Minister, let it live in you;
But I hope better things of you, and things that accompany salvation. Whatever was good in this reverend Minister, let it live in you;
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and though he be dead, yet let not his Sermons that he preached die with you,
and though he be dead, yet let not his Sermons that he preached die with you,
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but let them be in you, that at the great day, when he and you appear before God, he may be able say, Here am I,
but let them be in you, that At the great day, when he and you appear before God, he may be able say, Here am I,
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and the Children that thou hast given me.
and the Children that thou hast given me.
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Dr. Horton 's Sermon at Mr. Nalton 's Funeral.
Dr. Horton is Sermon At Mr. Nalton is Funeral.
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Rich Treasure in Earthen Vessels, &c. 2 Cor 4. 7. But we have this Treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.Rich Treasure in Earthen Vessels, etc. 2 Cor 4. 7. But we have this Treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
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THere is nothing so excellent or compleat in this world, but hath its diminishment and qualifications,
THere is nothing so excellent or complete in this world, but hath its diminishment and qualifications,
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and something that doth disparage it, and abates of the excellency thereof;
and something that does disparage it, and abates of the excellency thereof;
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not the things of this world only, but spiritual things in some sort, as to enjoy them,
not the things of this world only, but spiritual things in Some sort, as to enjoy them,
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and partake of them in this life, have their inconveniences and disparagement annext, and are mingled with something that abates of their worth:
and partake of them in this life, have their inconveniences and disparagement annexed, and Are mingled with something that abates of their worth:
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an instance of which we have here in this present Scripture, which the Apostle Paul signifies to us concerning the enjoyment of the Ministry of the Gospel of Christ.
an instance of which we have Here in this present Scripture, which the Apostle Paul signifies to us Concerning the enjoyment of the Ministry of the Gospel of christ.
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He had in the verse before the Text, told us the great priviledge that both Ministers and others had in having the glorious Gospel:
He had in the verse before the Text, told us the great privilege that both Ministers and Others had in having the glorious Gospel:
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viz. The light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Iesus Christ, shining into our hearts, the consideration of which is of great encouragement to us:
viz. The Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Iesus christ, shining into our hearts, the consideration of which is of great encouragement to us:
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yet adds this as a qualification of it, viz. But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, &c. That which doth qualifie it, is, That this excellent treasure hath its conveyances through weak and mean persons, men of frailty and mortality.
yet adds this as a qualification of it, viz. But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, etc. That which does qualify it, is, That this excellent treasure hath its conveyances through weak and mean Persons, men of frailty and mortality.
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In the words there are two main parts.
In the words there Are two main parts.
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I. The Dispensation it self. II. The Account of it. I. The Dispensation it self, This Treasure we have in earthen Vessels, &c.
I. The Dispensation it self. II The Account of it. I. The Dispensation it self, This Treasure we have in earthen Vessels, etc.
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II. The account of it, That the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
II The account of it, That the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
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I shall begin with the first, the Dispensation it self, which hath two branches. 1. The Depositum, the thing laid up. 2. The Repository in which this Treasure is laid up.
I shall begin with the First, the Dispensation it self, which hath two branches. 1. The Depositum, the thing laid up. 2. The Repository in which this Treasure is laid up.
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First, The Depositum, or thing laid up, which is a Treasure;
First, The Depositum, or thing laid up, which is a Treasure;
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and what is this Treasure, but the Gospel of Jesus Christ? The Gospel is a Treasure according to a twofold consideration:
and what is this Treasure, but the Gospel of jesus christ? The Gospel is a Treasure according to a twofold consideration:
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In respect of the 1. Matter of it. 2. Ministry of it. Both make up a treasure.
In respect of the 1. Matter of it. 2. Ministry of it. Both make up a treasure.
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The Matter of it, the things of the Gospel are rich things, and the conveyances of it;
The Matter of it, the things of the Gospel Are rich things, and the conveyances of it;
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the Ministerial gifts and ability, by which the Gospel is administred, do make up the Treasure:
the Ministerial Gifts and ability, by which the Gospel is administered, do make up the Treasure:
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'Tis a treasure in both respects. 2. In respect of the matter of it:
It's a treasure in both respects. 2. In respect of the matter of it:
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therefore it is we read of the Riches of Christ, of the Riches of the Gospel. The Scripture makes mention of three things wherein the Gospel is agreeable to a treasure.
Therefore it is we read of the Riches of christ, of the Riches of the Gospel. The Scripture makes mention of three things wherein the Gospel is agreeable to a treasure.
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2. A Treasure is a thing of dignity and worth, it is not a company of pebbles (though many) that will make up a Treasure:
2. A Treasure is a thing of dignity and worth, it is not a company of pebbles (though many) that will make up a Treasure:
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a Treasure consists of things of worth and dignity: and thus is the Gospel: in it are contained excellent and admirable truths, the Mysteries of salvation by Christ:
a Treasure consists of things of worth and dignity: and thus is the Gospel: in it Are contained excellent and admirable truths, the Mysteres of salvation by christ:
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the doctrine of the Gospel brings glad tidings of peace and reconciliation with God in Christ:
the Doctrine of the Gospel brings glad tidings of peace and reconciliation with God in christ:
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there we have the gifts and graces of God, there we have glory and immortality, &c. and those things in the Gospel Gospel are administred to us:
there we have the Gifts and graces of God, there we have glory and immortality, etc. and those things in the Gospel Gospel Are administered to us:
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there is no science in the world brings such treasure as this. 2. The Gospel is a treasure for variety, abundance, and plurality.
there is no science in the world brings such treasure as this. 2. The Gospel is a treasure for variety, abundance, and plurality.
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'Tis not one thing of worth, but many that makes up a treasure: if few, yet much worth must be comprehended in them;
It's not one thing of worth, but many that makes up a treasure: if few, yet much worth must be comprehended in them;
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so in the Gospel we have the manifold wisdome of God, the rich Treasures of Wisdome and Knowledge.
so in the Gospel we have the manifold Wisdom of God, the rich Treasures of Wisdom and Knowledge.
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The Gospel, though it be but one for substance, yet 'tis many for improvements; 'tis a chain of many links, one saith, but divers articles of it;
The Gospel, though it be but one for substance, yet it's many for improvements; it's a chain of many links, one Says, but diverse Articles of it;
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so it is a treasure in that respect. 3. 'Tis a treasure for its closeness;
so it is a treasure in that respect. 3. It's a treasure for its closeness;
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we do not open a treasure to every one, but it is kept close, The Gospel is a secret mystery, hidden not revealed to every one:
we do not open a treasure to every one, but it is kept close, The Gospel is a secret mystery, hidden not revealed to every one:
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it is not discovered to carnal worldly men, though it may be revealed to them in the outward proposition,
it is not discovered to carnal worldly men, though it may be revealed to them in the outward proposition,
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yet not in the spirituality of it.
yet not in the spirituality of it.
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But where shall wisdome be found? and where is the place of understanding? saith I• … b ch. 28. v. 12. The peace of the Gospel is a treasure hid in the field, not found by every one.But where shall Wisdom be found? and where is the place of understanding? Says I• … b changed. 28. v. 12. The peace of the Gospel is a treasure hid in the field, not found by every one.
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2. The Gospel is a treasure in respect of the Ministry of it;
2. The Gospel is a treasure in respect of the Ministry of it;
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so the Apostle hints, 'tis not only light, but a shining light, which hath shining into our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the Glory of God, &c. 'Tis a treasure in this respect, viz. in the discovery and shining of it, the conveyances, the several gifts and graces of the Ministery, by which the Gospel is conveyed to us, makes up a treasure,
so the Apostle hints, it's not only Light, but a shining Light, which hath shining into our hearts to give the Light of the knowledge of the Glory of God, etc. It's a treasure in this respect, viz. in the discovery and shining of it, the conveyances, the several Gifts and graces of the Ministry, by which the Gospel is conveyed to us, makes up a treasure,
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and as the Ministry is a treasure, so the opportunities and advantages thereof are.
and as the Ministry is a treasure, so the opportunities and advantages thereof Are.
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Thus the Gospel and the Ministry thereof is precious, and ought to be esteemed and made use of by us.
Thus the Gospel and the Ministry thereof is precious, and ought to be esteemed and made use of by us.
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We should highly account of the Gospel, and put a high value on it, for it is a treasure;
We should highly account of the Gospel, and put a high valve on it, for it is a treasure;
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yea, it is a treasure in the want of other treasures, they are rich that are made partakers of it:
yea, it is a treasure in the want of other treasures, they Are rich that Are made partakers of it:
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Silver and gold have I none, (saith St. Peter to the Cripple) but such as I have I give it thee: Silver and gold have I none, (Says Saint Peter to the Cripple) but such as I have I give it thee:
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this is the priviledge of Ministers; though it may be, poor in respect of themselves, yet are rich to others.
this is the privilege of Ministers; though it may be, poor in respect of themselves, yet Are rich to Others.
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These excellent riches are committed to us, and accordingly we must not only make use of them our selves,
These excellent riches Are committed to us, and accordingly we must not only make use of them our selves,
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but make them known to others;
but make them known to Others;
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the Gospel is a treasure not for us to keep, but to discover, reveal and manifest to others:
the Gospel is a treasure not for us to keep, but to discover, reveal and manifest to Others:
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to give the light of the glory of God, &c. This is the work of the Ministry, We have indeed this treasure,
to give the Light of the glory of God, etc. This is the work of the Ministry, We have indeed this treasure,
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but not for our selves only but for others:
but not for our selves only but for Others:
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so we are to keep it, to preserve and maintain it, but so as to be diligent to impart what is committed to us for the edification of others:
so we Are to keep it, to preserve and maintain it, but so as to be diligent to impart what is committed to us for the edification of Others:
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Every Scribe instructed in the Kingdome of Heaven as a good house-holder, bringeth forth things new and old. Every Scribe instructed in the Kingdom of Heaven as a good householder, brings forth things new and old.
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The Gospel is a treasure, therefore we ought to carry our selves answerable to it: As
The Gospel is a treasure, Therefore we ought to carry our selves answerable to it: As
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1. We must labour for it, be diligent in the search of it, dig for it as for hidden treasur• … s. Lift up thy voice for understanding, &c. Prov., 2. 2, 3, 4. Dig for it:
1. We must labour for it, be diligent in the search of it, dig for it as for hidden treasur• … s. Lift up thy voice for understanding, etc. Curae, 2. 2, 3, 4. Dig for it:
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you know there is a great deal of pains taken, and labour used to get worldly treasure.
you know there is a great deal of pains taken, and labour used to get worldly treasure.
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Wh• … t would not men venture for it? they will go over Sea and Land, go through fire and water, expose themselves to all dangers for earthly treasure, make unto themselves Friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness, pass away a great deal of time,
Wh• … tO would not men venture for it? they will go over Sea and Land, go through fire and water, expose themselves to all dangers for earthly treasure, make unto themselves Friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness, pass away a great deal of time,
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and take a great deal of care for it. 2. Esteem this treasure, this heavenly wisdome, this Evangelical knowledge, even the Gospel of Christ:
and take a great deal of care for it. 2. Esteem this treasure, this heavenly Wisdom, this Evangelical knowledge, even the Gospel of christ:
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labour to understand it, and have the efficacy of it wroug• … it upon your hearts. 3. Rejoyce in it;
labour to understand it, and have the efficacy of it wroug• … it upon your hearts. 3. Rejoice in it;
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how do men rejoyce in earthly treasure:
how do men rejoice in earthly treasure:
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so should we, as the Merchant in the Gospel when he had found the Pearl of Price, rejoyced exceedingly;
so should we, as the Merchant in the Gospel when he had found the Pearl of Price, rejoiced exceedingly;
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so we ought, as being made partakers thereof. I rejoyced at thy word, even as one that had found great spo• … ls.
so we ought, as being made partakers thereof. I rejoiced At thy word, even as one that had found great spo• … Ls.
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(saith David ) so should we rejoyce alwaies in this treasure.
(Says David) so should we rejoice always in this treasure.
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'Tis said of those that sate under Iohn Baptists Ministry, that they rejoyced but for a while,
It's said of those that sat under John Baptists Ministry, that they rejoiced but for a while,
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and that is the condition and misery of many.
and that is the condition and misery of many.
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The City of Samaria when they had received the Gospel, 'tis said they had great joy, Act. 8. 9. 4. Be careful to keep and preserve it, for it is a treasure, and therefore we must treasure it up in our hearts;
The city of Samaria when they had received the Gospel, it's said they had great joy, Act. 8. 9. 4. Be careful to keep and preserve it, for it is a treasure, and Therefore we must treasure it up in our hearts;
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and the rather because it will keep us. It keeps (as Chrysostome sath) the house where it is;
and the rather Because it will keep us. It keeps (as Chrysostom Sath) the house where it is;
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〈 ◊ 〉 treasures cannot secure themselves, but if we keep this treasure it will secure us.
〈 ◊ 〉 treasures cannot secure themselves, but if we keep this treasure it will secure us.
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Discretion shall preserve thee, and understanding shall keep thee, Prov. 21. 11. thus you see the excellency of this spiritual wisdome.Discretion shall preserve thee, and understanding shall keep thee, Curae 21. 11. thus you see the excellency of this spiritual Wisdom.
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So much for the first thing considerable in the first branch, viz. the Depositum, the treasure.
So much for the First thing considerable in the First branch, viz. the Depositum, the treasure.
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The second thing considerable is, the Repository, i. e. Earthen Vessels, or Vessels of Earth, earthen Pitchers:
The second thing considerable is, the Repository, i. e. Earthen Vessels, or Vessels of Earth, earthen Pitchers:
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these are the Repository, but we have this treasure in earthen Vessels, &c. Earth is a word of diminution,
these Are the Repository, but we have this treasure in earthen Vessels, etc. Earth is a word of diminution,
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and disparagement, and that in three regards;
and disparagement, and that in three regards;
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1. In regard of its meanness and baseness. 2. In regard of its fulness and pollution. 3. In regard of its frailty and transitoriness.
1. In regard of its meanness and baseness. 2. In regard of its fullness and pollution. 3. In regard of its frailty and transitoriness.
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'Tis passing away in all respects;
It's passing away in all respects;
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these earthen vessels in the Text, is to be understood, the Apostles and Ministers of Jesus Christ, in regard of their outward man are so called,
these earthen vessels in the Text, is to be understood, the Apostles and Ministers of jesus christ, in regard of their outward man Are so called,
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and are so according to this threefold notion. I. In regard of their meanness;
and Are so according to this threefold notion. I In regard of their meanness;
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their outside is mean, either for person, or sometimes for estate of body, and outward deportment.
their outside is mean, either for person, or sometime for estate of body, and outward deportment.
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This was the condition (you know) of the first Ministers of Christ, mean and ordinary persons outwardly God made use of.
This was the condition (you know) of the First Ministers of christ, mean and ordinary Persons outwardly God made use of.
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Nay our Master, our blessed Lord and Saviour was mean 〈 ◊ 〉 regard of his humane birth,
Nay our Master, our blessed Lord and Saviour was mean 〈 ◊ 〉 regard of his humane birth,
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and reckoned of by most men according to his birth and parentage.
and reckoned of by most men according to his birth and parentage.
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So it is with the servants of Christ, they are in their persons generally base, mean, low, • … nd accordingly rendred despicable to the eyes of the World.
So it is with the Servants of christ, they Are in their Persons generally base, mean, low, • … and accordingly rendered despicable to the eyes of the World.
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II. In regard of foulness and pollution;
II In regard of foulness and pollution;
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Ministers are called earthen Vessels, they have many weaknesses, they are men subject to the like passions as others.
Ministers Are called earthen Vessels, they have many Weaknesses, they Are men Subject to the like passion as Others.
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'Tis true the Ministers of Christ have greater advantages then others, in regard of their education, knowledge, gifts,
It's true the Ministers of christ have greater advantages then Others, in regard of their education, knowledge, Gifts,
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and employments, being more free from those defilements and snares that others are intangled in: yet through the remainders of the flesh in them, they have many infirmities:
and employments, being more free from those defilements and snares that Others Are entangled in: yet through the remainders of the Flesh in them, they have many infirmities:
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so Satan watches them more then o• … hers, lays more snares for them in regard of their parts and imployments;
so Satan watches them more then o• … hers, lays more snares for them in regard of their parts and employments;
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so that they are more subject to his temptations then others.
so that they Are more Subject to his temptations then Others.
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Satan hath a desire to sift them (as the Apostle Peter ) as ▪ wheat,
Satan hath a desire to sift them (as the Apostle Peter) as ▪ wheat,
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because he knows they will draw many after them: so that they must needs be subject to many weaknesses and infirmities.
Because he knows they will draw many After them: so that they must needs be Subject to many Weaknesses and infirmities.
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Sometimes God makes use of the worst sort of men, even the most vicious and malicious;
Sometime God makes use of the worst sort of men, even the most vicious and malicious;
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first he changeth them, and then makes use of them as instruments of glory.
First he changes them, and then makes use of them as Instruments of glory.
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The Apostle Paul was a Vessel of Election to carry the name of Christ unto the Gentiles:
The Apostle Paul was a Vessel of Election to carry the name of christ unto the Gentiles:
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yet in times past a great persecutor.
yet in times passed a great persecutor.
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So it pleaseth God to make use of such, that the excellency of the power may be of God, &c. III.
So it Pleases God to make use of such, that the excellency of the power may be of God, etc. III.
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Ministers are called Earthen Vessels in regard of the frailty & mortality of their persons, and earthen Vessels are soon crackt and broken.
Ministers Are called Earthen Vessels in regard of the frailty & mortality of their Persons, and earthen Vessels Are soon cracked and broken.
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Ministers are subject to many infirmities of body:
Ministers Are Subject to many infirmities of body:
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This Heavenly light of the Gospel shineth often through Lanthorns of glasse, which are soon broken.
This Heavenly Light of the Gospel shines often through Lanthorns of glass, which Are soon broken.
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Ministers have weak and frail bodies;
Ministers have weak and frail bodies;
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Timothy had his bodily infirmities, and Trophimus was left sick at Miletum, 1 Tim. 4. 20. and Epaphroditus was sick nigh unto death, Phil. 2. 27. and Paul had need of Luke the Physician, probably in regard of his weakness ▪ Thus the servants of God are subject to many infirmities.Timothy had his bodily infirmities, and Trophimus was left sick At Miletus, 1 Tim. 4. 20. and Epaphroditus was sick High unto death, Philip 2. 27. and Paul had need of Lycia the physician, probably in regard of his weakness ▪ Thus the Servants of God Are Subject to many infirmities.
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Besides the reason in the Text, there are other reasons why God will have it so.
Beside the reason in the Text, there Are other Reasons why God will have it so.
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1. That they may be more compassionate, and more sensible of the weaknesses of others; for likeness of condition breeds sympathy in affection.
1. That they may be more compassionate, and more sensible of the Weaknesses of Others; for likeness of condition breeds Sympathy in affection.
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Men are apt to pity those in the like condition with themselves;
Men Are apt to pity those in the like condition with themselves;
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so our Lord took our nature upon him, that he might pity us ▪ he took flesh and bloud upon him, he was tempted in all things like unto us,
so our Lord took our nature upon him, that he might pity us ▪ he took Flesh and blood upon him, he was tempted in all things like unto us,
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but without sin, that so he might succour those that are tempted.
but without since, that so he might succour those that Are tempted.
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So his servants many of them are much tempted, which may breed in them a sympathy of affection to others that are in such a condition.
So his Servants many of them Are much tempted, which may breed in them a Sympathy of affection to Others that Are in such a condition.
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2. God will have it so, that Ministers may have the more experience of the truths they preach to others concerning an afflicted condition;
2. God will have it so, that Ministers may have the more experience of the truths they preach to Others Concerning an afflicted condition;
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those that have had no sicknesse or other affliction, cannot preach from experience of such truths that concern such a condition;
those that have had no sickness or other affliction, cannot preach from experience of such truths that concern such a condition;
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they cannot preach so feelingly and savoury as others;
they cannot preach so feelingly and savoury as Others;
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when they have been under affliction, they will know what affliction is, both in the nature of it,
when they have been under affliction, they will know what affliction is, both in the nature of it,
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and the comforts of it, and Gods gracious assistance therein, and so they may speak comfortably,
and the comforts of it, and God's gracious assistance therein, and so they may speak comfortably,
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and be enabled to comfort others, as the Apostle Paul speaks.
and be enabled to Comfort Others, as the Apostle Paul speaks.
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3. God is pleased so to order it, sometimes for their humiliation, to keep them low, that so they may not be lifted up by reason of extraordinary manifestations and impartments,
3. God is pleased so to order it, sometime for their humiliation, to keep them low, that so they may not be lifted up by reason of extraordinary manifestations and impartments,
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thus St. Paul had given him a thorn in the flesh, that Mess• … nger of Satan to buffet him,
thus Saint Paul had given him a thorn in the Flesh, that Mess• … nger of Satan to buffet him,
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lest he should be exalted above measure, 2 Cor. 12. 7. A thorn was given him, &c. ('tis twice repeated, both in the beginning and end of the verse) that so this thorn in the flesh might keep out pride in the heart, that so they may have a more low, meek,lest he should be exalted above measure, 2 Cor. 12. 7. A thorn was given him, etc. (it's twice repeated, both in the beginning and end of the verse) that so this thorn in the Flesh might keep out pride in the heart, that so they may have a more low, meek,
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and humble frame of spirit, and thereby fitted and prepared for greater services. And 4: That they may be also more conformable to those they have to deal with.
and humble frame of Spirit, and thereby fitted and prepared for greater services. And 4: That they may be also more conformable to those they have to deal with.
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Israel desires Moses to speak to them (and not God) why? because he was like unto them, and would therefore compassionate them;Israel Desires Moses to speak to them (and not God) why? Because he was like unto them, and would Therefore compassionate them;
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from whom they therefore desired to receive the commands of God.
from whom they Therefore desired to receive the commands of God.
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Thus it pleaseth God to deal with his servants, that as they may pity those they have to deal with,
Thus it Pleases God to deal with his Servants, that as they may pity those they have to deal with,
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so likewise to draw the affections of their people unto them, to make them more loving,
so likewise to draw the affections of their people unto them, to make them more loving,
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and the more to attend on their Ministry, seeing they are so fleeting, and going away;
and the more to attend on their Ministry, seeing they Are so fleeting, and going away;
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it pleased God that Epaphroditus should be sick even to death, to endear the Philippians more to him, chap. 2. 25, 28. that their love and tenderness may be drawn forth the more by the discovery of his frailty, Let us improve this.
it pleased God that Epaphroditus should be sick even to death, to endear the Philippians more to him, chap. 2. 25, 28. that their love and tenderness may be drawn forth the more by the discovery of his frailty, Let us improve this.
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Use 1. First, as to Ministers, see how the condition is with us in our Calling, We are Earthen Vessels, taken out of dust.Use 1. First, as to Ministers, see how the condition is with us in our Calling, We Are Earthen Vessels, taken out of dust.
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We should often consider our frailty, to make us more humble, more meek, and more compassionate to others, more diligent in doing good, that we may make amends for our frailty and natural weaknesses that are upon us:
We should often Consider our frailty, to make us more humble, more meek, and more compassionate to Others, more diligent in doing good, that we may make amends for our frailty and natural Weaknesses that Are upon us:
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We must not think much of it, it being no more then in former times ▪ it was the condition of the Apostles themselves, they were Earthen Vessels, they had such weakn• … sses, men subject to the like passions as we.
We must not think much of it, it being no more then in former times ▪ it was the condition of the Apostles themselves, they were Earthen Vessels, they had such weakn• … sses, men Subject to the like passion as we.
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Use 2. Secondly, As for the people, this may improve in all the notions and considerations of an Earthen Vessel.Use 2. Secondly, As for the people, this may improve in all the notions and considerations of an Earthen Vessel.
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First, In regard of the meanness;
First, In regard of the meanness;
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you must not esteem the Gospel according to the vessel, according to the disparagement of the Vessel a Vessel of dishonour in respect of its matter, may be a Vessel of honour in regard of the Gold that is in it;
you must not esteem the Gospel according to the vessel, according to the disparagement of the Vessel a Vessel of dishonour in respect of its matter, may be a Vessel of honour in regard of the Gold that is in it;
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those Members of the body that are weak, and in themselves lesse honourable, we afford a great deal of honour upon them, in decking and cloathing them.
those Members of the body that Are weak, and in themselves less honourable, we afford a great deal of honour upon them, in decking and clothing them.
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So the Ministers Work and Employment, and the Doctrines they bring, are excellent and of great use;
So the Ministers Work and Employment, and the Doctrines they bring, Are excellent and of great use;
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when all is done, we have that we serve for: according to the employment we are put to, we are honourable, though outwardly mean.
when all is done, we have that we serve for: according to the employment we Are put to, we Are honourable, though outwardly mean.
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Wicked and base men are called fil• … i terrae, they are sons of the earth, Iob 30. 8. Children of fools, yea children of base men;
Wicked and base men Are called fil• … i terrae, they Are Sons of the earth, Job 30. 8. Children of Fools, yea children of base men;
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they are viler then the earth, i. e. they Are Viler then the earth, i. e.
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Men of no account (as one saith) the earth groans under such ingracious persons,
Men of no account (as one Says) the earth groans under such ingracious Persons,
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but gracious persons are Vessels of honour;
but gracious Persons Are Vessels of honour;
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as it was said of the Giants of old, so it may be said of these, They are men of Renown, and so we should esteem of them.
as it was said of the Giants of old, so it may be said of these, They Are men of Renown, and so we should esteem of them.
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Worldly men look at the outside, and so esteem of them;
Worldly men look At the outside, and so esteem of them;
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so was Christ dealt with, Is not this the Carpenters Son? So those Teachers in Corinth, endeavoured to render St. Paul his presence weak, and his speech contemptible, 2 Cor. 10. 11. that so they might make his Ministry contemptible also.
so was christ dealt with, Is not this the Carpenters Son? So those Teachers in Corinth, endeavoured to render Saint Paul his presence weak, and his speech contemptible, 2 Cor. 10. 11. that so they might make his Ministry contemptible also.
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But this glorious Treasure is in Earthen Vessels;
But this glorious Treasure is in Earthen Vessels;
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You know (saith St. Paul) Gal. 4 13. that through infirmity of the flesh I preached the Gospel unto you at first. You know (Says Saint Paul) Gal. 4 13. that through infirmity of the Flesh I preached the Gospel unto you At First.
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This was their commendation, v. 14. But my temptation which was in my flesh, you despised not,
This was their commendation, v. 14. But my temptation which was in my Flesh, you despised not,
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nor rejected, but received me as an Angel of God, even as Iesus Christ. nor rejected, but received me as an Angel of God, even as Iesus christ.
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All his weaknesses, and whatever was matter of discouragement, they did not despise, but honourably entertained him even as Christ himself.
All his Weaknesses, and whatever was matter of discouragement, they did not despise, but honourably entertained him even as christ himself.
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So it was the commendation of the Thessalonians, 1 Thess. 2. 13. that they received not the word as the word of man,
So it was the commendation of the Thessalonians, 1 Thess 2. 13. that they received not the word as the word of man,
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but (as it is in truth) the word of God, looking to the mighty God to make it effectual:but (as it is in truth) the word of God, looking to the mighty God to make it effectual:
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so should all others do upon this consideration. 2. Seeing Ministers are earthen Vessels in tegard of moral infirmities which adhere to them:
so should all Others do upon this consideration. 2. Seeing Ministers Are earthen Vessels in tegard of moral infirmities which adhere to them:
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in respct of their corruptions and weaknesses judge of them as men: but esteem of what is righteous in them;
in respect of their corruptions and Weaknesses judge of them as men: but esteem of what is righteous in them;
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though they have great advantages against sin, and be very carefull against sin, yet notwithstanding they are not totally exempted and freed from sin;
though they have great advantages against since, and be very careful against since, yet notwithstanding they Are not totally exempted and freed from since;
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as they are Ministers, so they are men. 3. In regard that Ministers are earthen Vessels in respect of their frailty.
as they Are Ministers, so they Are men. 3. In regard that Ministers Are earthen Vessels in respect of their frailty.
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Seeing then they are so • … rail and transitory, therefore accordingly you should make use of them, deal kindly and affectionately with them, in that they are quickly broken.
Seeing then they Are so • … rail and transitory, Therefore accordingly you should make use of them, deal kindly and affectionately with them, in that they Are quickly broken.
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What is sooner broken then a Glasse, or an earthen vessel? Ministers are quickly taken away,
What is sooner broken then a Glass, or an earthen vessel? Ministers Are quickly taken away,
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and therefore you should be tender of them while you have them. Where are all the Fathers.
and Therefore you should be tender of them while you have them. Where Are all the Father's.
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Do the Prophets live for ever, the word of the Lord indeed endureth for ever, but the Preacher of it doth not;Do the prophets live for ever, the word of the Lord indeed Endureth for ever, but the Preacher of it does not;
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the Gospel is eternal, but the Dispenser is mortal: the Calling is lasting but the Minister is transitory:
the Gospel is Eternal, but the Dispenser is Mortal: the Calling is lasting but the Minister is transitory:
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and therefore you should carry your selves with all tendernesse and respect to them: take heed of grieving their spirits, seeing they are so soon broken.
and Therefore you should carry your selves with all tenderness and respect to them: take heed of grieving their spirits, seeing they Are so soon broken.
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Endeavour also to improve by them, and to get as much good as you can by them.
Endeavour also to improve by them, and to get as much good as you can by them.
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It is a great argument to work while it is day, because the night comes when no man can work:
It is a great argument to work while it is day, Because the night comes when no man can work:
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whilst God affords means and opportunities, make use of them, we are but passengers;
while God affords means and opportunities, make use of them, we Are but passengers;
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therefore this is a great ground for you to endeavour to get all the good you can by your Ministers, seeing they are frail. Lastly, By way of improvement:
Therefore this is a great ground for you to endeavour to get all the good you can by your Ministers, seeing they Are frail. Lastly, By Way of improvement:
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Take notice of the wayes of God, as different from man;
Take notice of the ways of God, as different from man;
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God pnts excellent treasure into Earthen Vessels: we keep treasure in strong holds, in the strongest Repositories.
God pnts excellent treasure into Earthen Vessels: we keep treasure in strong holds, in the Strongest Repositories.
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Gods ways are not as our ways, he goes another way then we doe; he makes use of the poorest, meanest, and most frail creatures sometimes;
God's ways Are not as our ways, he Goes Another Way then we do; he makes use of the Poorest, Meanest, and most frail creatures sometime;
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he layes aside many times men of greater abilities, parts, and quality, and makes use of weaker to do this great Work.
he lays aside many times men of greater abilities, parts, and quality, and makes use of Weaker to do this great Work.
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Chrysostome makes and expostulation, If it be excellent t• … easure, why in earthen Vessels? Therefore it is a Vessel of Earth, because an excellent Treasure. Thus Gods waies are unsearchable. This is the improvement.Chrysostom makes and expostulation, If it be excellent t• … easure, why in earthen Vessels? Therefore it is a Vessel of Earth, Because an excellent Treasure. Thus God's ways Are unsearchable. This is the improvement.
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Now besides this interpretation given of it, there is another that will not be impertinent.
Now beside this Interpretation given of it, there is Another that will not be impertinent.
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Some understand by Earthen Vessels, the expressions, words, and phrases of the Ministry, through which the doctrines and truths of the Gospel ate conveyed;
some understand by Earthen Vessels, the expressions, words, and phrases of the Ministry, through which the doctrines and truths of the Gospel ate conveyed;
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this is agreeable to what went before: Some false Teachers in Corinth pleased themselves with eloquent and enticing words of worldly wisdome,
this is agreeable to what went before: some false Teachers in Corinth pleased themselves with eloquent and enticing words of worldly Wisdom,
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and so endeavoured to render Pauls preaching despicable, in regard of the plainnesse of it;
and so endeavoured to render Paul's preaching despicable, in regard of the plainness of it;
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therefore (saith the Apostle) we have this treasure in earthen vessels, i. e. familiar conveyances, that so we may easily understand it.
Therefore (Says the Apostle) we have this treasure in earthen vessels, i. e. familiar conveyances, that so we may Easily understand it.
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Thus I have explained this Earthen Vessel, and so have done with the first considerable part, viz. the dispensation it self, This Treasure we have in Earthen Vessels:
Thus I have explained this Earthen Vessel, and so have done with the First considerable part, viz. the Dispensation it self, This Treasure we have in Earthen Vessels:
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and come now to the second, viz.
and come now to the second, viz.
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II. The account of this Dispensation, That the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
II The account of this Dispensation, That the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
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Which words may be considered two waies. 1. Either absolutely, as lying in themselves. Or, 2. Connexively, to the words before going.
Which words may be considered two ways. 1. Either absolutely, as lying in themselves. Or, 2. Connexively, to the words before going.
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1. Take them absolutely as they lie in themselves, and two things are exhibited. 1. The excellency of the Gospel and Ministry it self, called Power. 2. The Author and Original of it, laid down two waies, positively, of God; and negatively, not of 〈 ◊ 〉.
1. Take them absolutely as they lie in themselves, and two things Are exhibited. 1. The excellency of the Gospel and Ministry it self, called Power. 2. The Author and Original of it, laid down two ways, positively, of God; and negatively, not of 〈 ◊ 〉.
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1. The excellency of the Gospel and Ministry thereof, called Power:
1. The excellency of the Gospel and Ministry thereof, called Power:
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There is a great deal of power and efficacy in the Gospel, it is in its nature powerful and efficacious;
There is a great deal of power and efficacy in the Gospel, it is in its nature powerful and efficacious;
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so the ministry of it, Romans 1. 16. I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ,
so the Ministry of it, Romans 1. 16. I am not ashamed of the Gospel of christ,
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for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth. for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that Believeth.
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See 1 Cor. 2. 4. Paul's preaching was in the demonstration of the Spirit, and of Power, &c. 'Tis called the Arm of Gods Power, the sword of the Spirit, Ephes. 6. 17. 'Tis quick and powerful, and sharper then any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of the soul and spirit, &c. Heb. 4. 12. and many other places.
See 1 Cor. 2. 4. Paul's preaching was in the demonstration of the Spirit, and of Power, etc. It's called the Arm of God's Power, the sword of the Spirit, Ephesians 6. 17. It's quick and powerful, and sharper then any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of the soul and Spirit, etc. Hebrew 4. 12. and many other places.
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We may conceive it to be so according to the various effects and consequences of it, viz. as to 1. Conviction. 2. Conversion. 3. Consolation.
We may conceive it to be so according to the various effects and consequences of it, viz. as to 1. Conviction. 2. Conversion. 3. Consolation.
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1. 'Tis powerful in regard of conviction, it is a word of conviction;
1. It's powerful in regard of conviction, it is a word of conviction;
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and one part of the Work of the Ministry is (by the Spirits co-operation) to convince the World of sin, to open mens eyes to shew them the vilenesse of their wayes, to discover such courses to be sinful:
and one part of the Work of the Ministry is (by the Spirits cooperation) to convince the World of since, to open men's eyes to show them the vileness of their ways, to discover such courses to be sinful:
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the Conscience is awakened by the Spirit in the Ministry of the Word, herein it is powerful and efficacacious.
the Conscience is awakened by the Spirit in the Ministry of the Word, herein it is powerful and efficacacious.
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There are divers instances in Scripture, how powerful the Word hath been in point of conviction:
There Are diverse instances in Scripture, how powerful the Word hath been in point of conviction:
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in Foelix, the Apostle Paul preached to him of righteousness and judgement to come, &c. He trembles:
in Felix, the Apostle Paul preached to him of righteousness and judgement to come, etc. He trembles:
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The Judge on the Bench trembleth at the word delivered by the Prisoner at the Bar:
The Judge on the Bench Trembleth At the word Delivered by the Prisoner At the Bar:
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So powerful is the ministry of the Word, as to discover our sinfulness.
So powerful is the Ministry of the Word, as to discover our sinfulness.
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So the Disciples going to Emaus, their hearts burnt within them when our Saviour opened to them the Prophets, &c. So it was with St. Peters Auditors, Acts 2. they were pricked in the heart when they heard this:
So the Disciples going to Emaus, their hearts burned within them when our Saviour opened to them the prophets, etc. So it was with Saint Peter's Auditors, Acts 2. they were pricked in the heart when they herd this:
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he did preach to them in the power and demonstration of the Spirit, and plainly discovered that sin that they were more especially guilty of,
he did preach to them in the power and demonstration of the Spirit, and plainly discovered that since that they were more especially guilty of,
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and when they heard that, they were pricked in the heart, &c. 2. It is a word of Conversion also;
and when they herd that, they were pricked in the heart, etc. 2. It is a word of Conversion also;
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Conviction is one thing, and Conversion is another. Sometimes men may be convinced, but yet have no change wrought in them;
Conviction is one thing, and Conversion is Another. Sometime men may be convinced, but yet have no change wrought in them;
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therefore conversion is another work, it is a turning men from darkness to light, from the power of Satan to God, &c. to receive an inheritance among them that are sanctified.
Therefore conversion is Another work, it is a turning men from darkness to Light, from the power of Satan to God, etc. to receive an inheritance among them that Are sanctified.
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Herein is the Word powerful, viz. in regeneration, I have begotten you (by the Word) to a lively hope, &c. of his own will hath he begotten you &c. 4. It is a word of comfort and consolation, it is a powerful word, and able to comfort the heart:
Herein is the Word powerful, viz. in regeneration, I have begotten you (by the Word) to a lively hope, etc. of his own will hath he begotten you etc. 4. It is a word of Comfort and consolation, it is a powerful word, and able to Comfort the heart:
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and the Ministry is very effectual herein (when set on by the Spirit) to quiet, satisfie,
and the Ministry is very effectual herein (when Set on by the Spirit) to quiet, satisfy,
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and pacifie the consciences of men, which declareth the remission of sin, and whosoevers sins are forgiven, must needs be comforted.
and pacify the Consciences of men, which Declareth the remission of since, and whosoevers Sins Are forgiven, must needs be comforted.
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Indeed it is not in the power of men to forgive sins;
Indeed it is not in the power of men to forgive Sins;
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yet they can speak a word of comfort in season, by the administration of the promises (the Spirit of God going along with them) and then they are not only declarative, but operative.
yet they can speak a word of Comfort in season, by the administration of the promises (the Spirit of God going along with them) and then they Are not only declarative, but operative.
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Where (I say) it pleaseth God to blesse and sanctifie the Word, it is effectual for quieting of the mind,
Where (I say) it Pleases God to bless and sanctify the Word, it is effectual for quieting of the mind,
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for pacifying of the conscience, and setling of the troubled soul. Thus you see how powerful the ministry is;
for pacifying of the conscience, and settling of the troubled soul. Thus you see how powerful the Ministry is;
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and seeing it is so, this should teach us how to behave our selves under it;
and seeing it is so, this should teach us how to behave our selves under it;
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it is powerful in it self, and powerful in its dispensation, and hath none of that weaknesse (mentioned before) of the dispenser of it, I was with you (saith St. Paul ) in much weaknesse, and in fear,
it is powerful in it self, and powerful in its Dispensation, and hath none of that weakness (mentioned before) of the dispenser of it, I was with you (Says Saint Paul) in much weakness, and in Fear,
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and in trembling, 1 Cor. 2. 3, 4. and my speech — was in demonstration of the Spirit, and of power. and in trembling, 1 Cor. 2. 3, 4. and my speech — was in demonstration of the Spirit, and of power.
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These may seem to be contradictory;
These may seem to be contradictory;
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but 'tis answered, the Word is powerful in the demonstration of the Spirit, though delivered by one of humane weakness, as before is declared.
but it's answered, the Word is powerful in the demonstration of the Spirit, though Delivered by one of humane weakness, as before is declared.
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This spiritual power we should look at, and labour after;
This spiritual power we should look At, and labour After;
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which power doth not consist in matter of elocution, the inticing words of mans wisdome, nor in matter of voice, which indeed is a good thing,
which power does not consist in matter of elocution, the enticing words of men Wisdom, nor in matter of voice, which indeed is a good thing,
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and sutable to the nature of the Matter!
and suitable to the nature of the Matter!
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a quick and powerfull delivery is of great efficacy, and power, for the setting home of truths.
a quick and powerful delivery is of great efficacy, and power, for the setting home of truths.
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Yet this doth not make a powerfull Ministry; for a whisper in the ear may cause a thunder-bolt in the conscience;
Yet this does not make a powerful Ministry; for a whisper in the ear may cause a thunderbolt in the conscience;
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the power lyes first in the nature of the matter;
the power lies First in the nature of the matter;
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the matter consists in the nature and condition of mankind, the certainty of Judgement the necessity of Christ, the covenant of Grace,
the matter consists in the nature and condition of mankind, the certainty of Judgement the necessity of christ, the Covenant of Grace,
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and the Graces and priviledges thereof, &c. These carry a great deale of power and efficacy with them,
and the Graces and privileges thereof, etc. These carry a great deal of power and efficacy with them,
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when they are carefully and frequently dispensed, and Gods spirit going along with them, so they become powerfull;
when they Are carefully and frequently dispensed, and God's Spirit going along with them, so they become powerful;
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for the Ministry consists not in empty notions and speculations that will onely tickle the fancy, but never reach the conscience.
for the Ministry consists not in empty notions and speculations that will only tickle the fancy, but never reach the conscience.
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Morall discourses, though they be of great use, yet if we rest in them, they leave us as they found us.
Moral discourses, though they be of great use, yet if we rest in them, they leave us as they found us.
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Evangelical truths (which are manifold) are to be delivered in the Ministry.
Evangelical truths (which Are manifold) Are to be Delivered in the Ministry.
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Now as the matter of the Ministry must be powerfull, so the expressions must be powerfull;
Now as the matter of the Ministry must be powerful, so the expressions must be powerful;
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there should be sutablenesse of expression to the matter, h. e. with gravity, sobriety, and affection, &c. Strong lines make but weak preaching, and take away the efficacy:
there should be suitableness of expression to the matter, h. e. with gravity, sobriety, and affection, etc. Strong lines make but weak preaching, and take away the efficacy:
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but delivering truths in the demonstration of the spirit and in power, that is most effectual:
but delivering truths in the demonstration of the Spirit and in power, that is most effectual:
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when we speak feelingly and from our hearts, it comes then (through the blessing of the Lord with it) with power.
when we speak feelingly and from our hearts, it comes then (through the blessing of the Lord with it) with power.
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This is then to learn us of the Ministry, viz. 1. Use.
This is then to Learn us of the Ministry, viz. 1. Use.
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Let us be careful that the matter of our Ministry be powerful, so that the handling and dispensing thereof be powerful, that so it may come home to the conscience;
Let us be careful that the matter of our Ministry be powerful, so that the handling and dispensing thereof be powerful, that so it may come home to the conscience;
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thus we should deale with all:
thus we should deal with all:
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the words of the wise are as good, and as nails, fastned by the Masters of Assemblies, &c. Eccle. 12. 11. So our words should have a force and power in them.the words of the wise Are as good, and as nails, fastened by the Masters of Assemblies, etc. Eccle. 12. 11. So our words should have a force and power in them.
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This as the Apostle sayes, is mighty and powerful to the beating down of strong holds, &c. Use 2. Secondly in reference to hearers;
This as the Apostle Says, is mighty and powerful to the beating down of strong holds, etc. Use 2. Secondly in Referente to hearers;
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seeing the Ministry is powerful, you must then submit your selves to the power of it.
seeing the Ministry is powerful, you must then submit your selves to the power of it.
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Many people are Sermon-proof, and think to stand it out against the power of the Word;
Many people Are Sermonproof, and think to stand it out against the power of the Word;
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but if it comes in power to the conscience, they will not be able to resist it;
but if it comes in power to the conscience, they will not be able to resist it;
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as it is said of them in the Gospel, they were not able to resist the spirit by which he spake ( viz. Steven ) And for those that desire the conversion of others, what course should be taken by them for that end? but by good counsel, instruction, prayer,
as it is said of them in the Gospel, they were not able to resist the Spirit by which he spoke (viz. Steven) And for those that desire the conversion of Others, what course should be taken by them for that end? but by good counsel, instruction, prayer,
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and good example, to endeavour to convince them, and more especially to bring them to the Word and administrations thereof, which God hath sanctified for this end.
and good Exampl, to endeavour to convince them, and more especially to bring them to the Word and administrations thereof, which God hath sanctified for this end.
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So much for the excellency of the Gospel, viz. The excellency of the power, &c. I come to the second.
So much for the excellency of the Gospel, viz. The excellency of the power, etc. I come to the second.
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2. The Author of it. 1. Positively, it is of God. And 2. Negatively, it is not of us.
2. The Author of it. 1. Positively, it is of God. And 2. Negatively, it is not of us.
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First, Positively, it is of God, and that in all the considerations of it, in the full extent of it, it is of God.
First, Positively, it is of God, and that in all the considerations of it, in the full extent of it, it is of God.
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So the ministerial gifts, the performances of it, and the success of it, are all from God.
So the ministerial Gifts, the performances of it, and the success of it, Are all from God.
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First, Ministerial gifts are from God; it is lie that makes us able Ministers of the New-Testament;
First, Ministerial Gifts Are from God; it is lie that makes us able Ministers of the New testament;
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there are (saith the Apostle Paul ) diversity of gifts:
there Are (Says the Apostle Paul) diversity of Gifts:
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to one is given the Word of wisdome, to another the Word of knowledge by the same spirit, &c. 1 Cor. 12. 4, 5, 6. It is God that bestows every good gift.
to one is given the Word of Wisdom, to Another the Word of knowledge by the same Spirit, etc. 1 Cor. 12. 4, 5, 6. It is God that bestows every good gift.
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Secondly, The performance also is from God; his grace concurs and assists therein: the habit and the act are both from him;
Secondly, The performance also is from God; his grace concurs and assists therein: the habit and the act Are both from him;
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God gives gifts to men, and he enables them to dispence them.
God gives Gifts to men, and he enables them to dispense them.
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Ministerial employments are not onely for generall, but particular applications, and so need not onely general, but particular assistances;
Ministerial employments Are not only for general, but particular applications, and so need not only general, but particular assistances;
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That I might be enabled (saith St. Paul ) to fulfill the work, &c. the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, that my preaching might be fully accomplished. That I might be enabled (Says Saint Paul) to fulfil the work, etc. the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, that my preaching might be Fully accomplished.
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It is God that makes the work powerful, efficacious and successful: Alas!
It is God that makes the work powerful, efficacious and successful: Alas!
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when we have used our best endeavours, all the success is from him, he must make it effectual;
when we have used our best endeavours, all the success is from him, he must make it effectual;
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it is said, our Saviour went about doing good, for God was with him, enclineing him to the work, and assisting him therein:
it is said, our Saviour went about doing good, for God was with him, enclineing him to the work, and assisting him therein:
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So he is with all his servants: their gifts, employments, and successe thereof, are all of God, not of us.
So he is with all his Servants: their Gifts, employments, and success thereof, Are all of God, not of us.
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Object. But it may be objected, Is all from God, and nothing from us? Are we not said to concur with him? and is not then the power partly ours? Ans. I answer, No:Object. But it may be objected, Is all from God, and nothing from us? are we not said to concur with him? and is not then the power partly ours? Ans. I answer, No:
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'tis of God, and not of us: we are indeed subjects of the Ministry, the Recipients thereof, persons employed in the Work,
it's of God, and not of us: we Are indeed subject's of the Ministry, the Recipients thereof, Persons employed in the Work,
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and therefore are said to be workers together with God, 2 Cor. 6. 1. but the power and efficacy thereof is from God alone:
and Therefore Are said to be workers together with God, 2 Cor. 6. 1. but the power and efficacy thereof is from God alone:
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Paul and Apollo are but Ministers, 'tis God that giveth the blessing; Paul and Apollo Are but Ministers, it's God that gives the blessing;
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'tis not of us in two respects. 1. 'Tis not merited by us, 'tis not of our deserving, nor of our procuring;
it's not of us in two respects. 1. It's not merited by us, it's not of our deserving, nor of our procuring;
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1. 'Tis not of our deserving; the best and most accomplisht do not merit it: I receive a mercy (saith Paul ) to be faithful:
1. It's not of our deserving; the best and most accomplished do not merit it: I receive a mercy (Says Paul) to be faithful:
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he accounted it a mercy to be employed, and to be faithful therein. 2. 'Tis not of our procuring, we do not obtain it by our own power,
he accounted it a mercy to be employed, and to be faithful therein. 2. It's not of our procuring, we do not obtain it by our own power,
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as Peter said in the recovery of the lame man, It is not by any power and holinesse of ours, that this man is restored, &c. And so it is not our gifts and industry onely, that will make our Ministry powerful;
as Peter said in the recovery of the lame man, It is not by any power and holiness of ours, that this man is restored, etc. And so it is not our Gifts and industry only, that will make our Ministry powerful;
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and therefore in this Work let us be looking up to God, and desire him to assist us,
and Therefore in this Work let us be looking up to God, and desire him to assist us,
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as Moses said, If thou goest not, O Lord, up with us, wherefore should we go hence? so say I,
as Moses said, If thou goest not, Oh Lord, up with us, Wherefore should we go hence? so say I,
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if the presence of God be not with us, what can we doe?
if the presence of God be not with us, what can we do?
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And further, when we do partake of any measure of ability, see where we must determine it:
And further, when we do partake of any measure of ability, see where we must determine it:
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Not unto us Lord, not unto us, but unto thy name be all the glory: Not unto us Lord, not unto us, but unto thy name be all the glory:
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We must not sacrifice to our own net, nor give the honour to our own industry,
We must not sacrifice to our own net, nor give the honour to our own industry,
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but wholly give the praise to God, because the excellency is of God.
but wholly give the praise to God, Because the excellency is of God.
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2. But in the second place, if you look upon the words reflexively, or as having their connexion to the words going before,
2. But in the second place, if you look upon the words reflexively, or as having their connexion to the words going before,
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and so they will agree and hold together, and thus you may read them:
and so they will agree and hold together, and thus you may read them:
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Therefore is this Treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be acknowledg'd to of God, and not of us: If it were in Angels,
Therefore is this Treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be acknowledged to of God, and not of us: If it were in Angels,
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or had we never so strong bodies, yet the excellency of the power of God would not be so cleerly seen,
or had we never so strong bodies, yet the excellency of the power of God would not be so clearly seen,
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as it is now, being laid up in poor, fraile Vessels: Here's the power of God, here's the lustre and glory of God most manifested;
as it is now, being laid up in poor, frail Vessels: Here's the power of God, here's the lustre and glory of God most manifested;
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for so much the more apparently it will be seen to be from God, by so much the weaker the instrument is, that is employed by God:
for so much the more apparently it will be seen to be from God, by so much the Weaker the Instrument is, that is employed by God:
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therefore if any thing doth act beyond it's own power, it must have some foraigne powers for the producing such and such acts;
Therefore if any thing does act beyond it's own power, it must have Some foreign Powers for the producing such and such acts;
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therefore when we see any greater matter done by poor, fraile and contemptible Persons of earthen Vessels, this doth plainly shew the excellency of the power to be of God, and not of Men, therefore look from man to God, it is God that doth these things; we should over-look earthen vessels;
Therefore when we see any greater matter done by poor, frail and contemptible Persons of earthen Vessels, this does plainly show the excellency of the power to be of God, and not of Men, Therefore look from man to God, it is God that does these things; we should overlook earthen vessels;
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we should (I say) over-look men that are these earthen vessels, and look to God that makes the Ministry powerful in such conveyances as these.
we should (I say) overlook men that Are these earthen vessels, and look to God that makes the Ministry powerful in such conveyances as these.
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Furthermore, It may satisfie us of the Ministry, in that we are vessels, viz. men of frailty, &c. we are apt to be discouraged,
Furthermore, It may satisfy us of the Ministry, in that we Are vessels, viz. men of frailty, etc. we Are apt to be discouraged,
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and to think hardly that we are followed with so many weaknesses, that we have a hard matter, that when we have taken such pains in the work of the Ministry, we should be thus rewarded;
and to think hardly that we Are followed with so many Weaknesses, that we have a hard matter, that when we have taken such pains in the work of the Ministry, we should be thus rewarded;
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but this should satisfie us, the more weaknesse in us, the greater honour will come to Christ:
but this should satisfy us, the more weakness in us, the greater honour will come to christ:
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This Treasure we have in earthen Vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. This Treasure we have in earthen Vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
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The weaker the Vessell, the more honour will redound to Christ.
The Weaker the Vessel, the more honour will redound to christ.
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Furthermore, This may take of the servants of Christ from unwillingnesse unto those works and performances which God calls them unto, by reason of their weakness:
Furthermore, This may take of the Servants of christ from unwillingness unto those works and performances which God calls them unto, by reason of their weakness:
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Thus it is when God calls to any work or employment, the servants of God are apt to plead their own inability;
Thus it is when God calls to any work or employment, the Servants of God Are apt to plead their own inability;
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Moses sayes he is not eloquent; Ieremiah sayes he is a child; Ionah sayes he is a man of unclean lips.Moses Says he is not eloquent; Jeremiah Says he is a child; Jonah Says he is a man of unclean lips.
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Thus we have their delayes, their excuses, whereby they endeavour to discharge themselves from that Work that God calls them unto, by their own weakness, &c. but God refuses such excuses;
Thus we have their delays, their excuses, whereby they endeavour to discharge themselves from that Work that God calls them unto, by their own weakness, etc. but God refuses such excuses;
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for who makes the blind to see, the dumb to speak, but God? It is he that toucheth Isaiah 's Lips, it is he that said to Ieremiah, Do not say thou art a Child,
for who makes the blind to see, the dumb to speak, but God? It is he that touches Isaiah is Lips, it is he that said to Jeremiah, Do not say thou art a Child,
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for I have sent thee, &c. This I say then is a consideration may encourage Ministers in their Work, that the weaker they are, the honour and glory will redound to Christ;
for I have sent thee, etc. This I say then is a consideration may encourage Ministers in their Work, that the Weaker they Are, the honour and glory will redound to christ;
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far he said unto me (saith the Apostle) My Grace is sufficient for thee, Far he said unto me (Says the Apostle) My Grace is sufficient for thee,
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for my strength it made perfect in weaknesse: for my strength it made perfect in weakness:
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Not that it is encouragement or argument for any to take upon them the great work of the Ministry, without sufficient qualifications and abilities:
Not that it is encouragement or argument for any to take upon them the great work of the Ministry, without sufficient qualifications and abilities:
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But where there is not that degree of ability as is desired, where there is a true sensibleness of their weakness, this may be an encouragement to them, that God delighteth to shew his power in them, that by so much the more they are weak,
But where there is not that degree of ability as is desired, where there is a true sensibleness of their weakness, this may be an encouragement to them, that God delights to show his power in them, that by so much the more they Are weak,
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so much honour he will gaine.
so much honour he will gain.
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For a conclusion, it comes to this, viz. That we lay no stresse upon any outward things.
For a conclusion, it comes to this, viz. That we lay no stress upon any outward things.
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There is no stresse or happinesse in these outward things;
There is no stress or happiness in these outward things;
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those that seem to be of some concernment, as strength of body, and other outward qualifications that are of remark;
those that seem to be of Some concernment, as strength of body, and other outward qualifications that Are of remark;
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yet consider, they are fading and transitory; this should teach us in the enjoyments of outward things, a great deal of humility:
yet Consider, they Are fading and transitory; this should teach us in the enjoyments of outward things, a great deal of humility:
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Though we are Vessels of Gold in regard of the treasure and improvement, yet in regard of our selves we are Vessels of Earth,
Though we Are Vessels of Gold in regard of the treasure and improvement, yet in regard of our selves we Are Vessels of Earth,
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and so should be in respect of humility.
and so should be in respect of humility.
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Let us look upon all these things as given to us of God even for this very end, That we may be more serviceable to him and his people.
Let us look upon all these things as given to us of God even for this very end, That we may be more serviceable to him and his people.
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So I have done with the two general parts of the words, and so with the whole verse, viz. We have this Treasure in earthen Vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
So I have done with the two general parts of the words, and so with the Whole verse, viz. We have this Treasure in earthen Vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
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Do we begin again to commend our selves? (saith the Apostle Paul, 2 Cor. 3. 1.) or need we Epistles of commendation to you? ye are our Epistle in our hearts, &c. But this is applicable to the present sad occasion now before us.Do we begin again to commend our selves? (Says the Apostle Paul, 2 Cor. 3. 1.) or need we Epistles of commendation to you? you Are our Epistle in our hearts, etc. But this is applicable to the present sad occasion now before us.
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This Reverend and blessed man of God, Mr. Iames Nalton, was a person of great Note and • … enency among us, one well known in this City,
This Reverend and blessed man of God, Mr. James Nalton, was a person of great Note and • … enency among us, one well known in this city,
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and in this place, where he spent his labour and pains many years.
and in this place, where he spent his labour and pains many Years.
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I could give large accounts and testimonies of him (if need were) from my own knowledge of him, having been acquainted with him many years.
I could give large accounts and testimonies of him (if need were) from my own knowledge of him, having been acquainted with him many Years.
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He was not onely a Minister, but the Son of a Minister, his birth and education suiting together.
He was not only a Minister, but the Son of a Minister, his birth and education suiting together.
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He lookt upon it not onely as an honour, but as an engagement to be carefull to walk in those steps set before him,
He looked upon it not only as an honour, but as an engagement to be careful to walk in those steps Set before him,
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and to continue the work of the Ministry begun by his Religious Father.
and to continue the work of the Ministry begun by his Religious Father.
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Certainly the Children of godly and holy Parents cannot come off so cheap in their carriages as others;
Certainly the Children of godly and holy Parents cannot come off so cheap in their carriages as Others;
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they have greater accounts to make, as having greater examples set before them, greater advantages of prayer, exhortation, &c. and so greater engagements;
they have greater accounts to make, as having greater Examples Set before them, greater advantages of prayer, exhortation, etc. and so greater engagements;
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this was thought on, and observed by him.
this was Thought on, and observed by him.
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And as he was the Son of a Minister, so when he came to years and was fitted, he took upon him the Ministry:
And as he was the Son of a Minister, so when he Come to Years and was fitted, he took upon him the Ministry:
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as he was one of great abilities, so accordingly he discharged them faithfully and conscienciously. He was a spirituall, powerfull, consciencious Preacher, he preached by his Life;
as he was one of great abilities, so accordingly he discharged them faithfully and conscientiously. He was a spiritual, powerful, conscientious Preacher, he preached by his Life;
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for (as Erasmus saith) we should not onely love to speak truths, but we should digest truths on our own hearts before we commend them to others,
for (as Erasmus Says) we should not only love to speak truths, but we should digest truths on our own hearts before we commend them to Others,
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and so they will be the more effectual. He was a man of a very meek, sweet, and humble spirit;
and so they will be the more effectual. He was a man of a very meek, sweet, and humble Spirit;
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a man of great humility and of great meekness in the midst of great abilities, which was a great Ornament in him;
a man of great humility and of great meekness in the midst of great abilities, which was a great Ornament in him;
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a man full of tenderness and condescension to others; a man of a very yeilding and melting fram of spirit, soon dissolved into tears.
a man full of tenderness and condescension to Others; a man of a very yielding and melting fram of Spirit, soon dissolved into tears.
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It was the saying of one, that a good man is full of Tears:
It was the saying of one, that a good man is full of Tears:
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so this good man was full of Tears, not affected, but very real, and hearty, drawn from the fullnesse of his Spirit,
so this good man was full of Tears, not affected, but very real, and hearty, drawn from the fullness of his Spirit,
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as the Apostle Paul saith, he served the Lord in much humility and many tears.
as the Apostle Paul Says, he served the Lord in much humility and many tears.
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This was remarkable, that in these times our Reverend Brother was full of tears in delivering his Doctrine, which was sutable to the age we live in, being full of sin and calamity;
This was remarkable, that in these times our Reverend Brother was full of tears in delivering his Doctrine, which was suitable to the age we live in, being full of since and calamity;
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there is much need of a bewailing spirit to bewaile the iniquities and miseries of the times;
there is much need of a bewailing Spirit to bewail the iniquities and misery's of the times;
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they that cannot bewaile themselves, need the tears of others. He was a man of great integrity, and single-heartednesse;
they that cannot bewail themselves, need the tears of Others. He was a man of great integrity, and singleheartedness;
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in his exhortations he had much of the simplicity of Christ, as the Apostle Paul speaks.
in his exhortations he had much of the simplicity of christ, as the Apostle Paul speaks.
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In reference to the Ministry, he had no worldly and base affections, he had no carnall designes therein;
In Referente to the Ministry, he had no worldly and base affections, he had no carnal designs therein;
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but his chief design was to bring souls home to Christ, that was his chief businesse.
but his chief Design was to bring Souls home to christ, that was his chief business.
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As the Apostle saith of himself, may also be said of him, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he had his conversation in the world, not walking in craftinesse,
As the Apostle Says of himself, may also be said of him, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, he had his Conversation in the world, not walking in craftiness,
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nor handling the word of God deceitfully, but by the manifestation of the truth ▪ commending himself to every mans conscience in the sight of God, 2 Cor. 4. 2. He was a man that had ability to speak a word in season, he was very compassionate to a wounded spirit, he himselfe having been much afflicted.nor handling the word of God deceitfully, but by the manifestation of the truth ▪ commending himself to every men conscience in the sighed of God, 2 Cor. 4. 2. He was a man that had ability to speak a word in season, he was very compassionate to a wounded Spirit, he himself having been much afflicted.
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He was a man much in communion with God, and had much acquaintance with God, and was carefull in improvement therein:
He was a man much in communion with God, and had much acquaintance with God, and was careful in improvement therein:
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he was a Iacob in wrestling with God, a Moses that stood in the Gap, an Elijah that prayed earnestly:
he was a Iacob in wrestling with God, a Moses that stood in the Gap, an Elijah that prayed earnestly:
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the whole Land was the better for such a Person, being much with God; he made many addresses to him, and had much holy familiarity with him.
the Whole Land was the better for such a Person, being much with God; he made many Addresses to him, and had much holy familiarity with him.
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And as in his publick performances he was very faithful and beneficial, so in his family and private he was very fruitful and serious.
And as in his public performances he was very faithful and beneficial, so in his family and private he was very fruitful and serious.
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In a word (not to multiply much in this kind, you need it lesse in this Auditory,
In a word (not to multiply much in this kind, you need it less in this Auditory,
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but onely by way of grateful memorial) there was much of God and Christ in him,
but only by Way of grateful memorial) there was much of God and christ in him,
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and he was a great example to his fellow-servants;
and he was a great Exampl to his Fellow servants;
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there was much of his Treasure (spoken of in the Text) in this earthen Vessel;
there was much of his Treasure (spoken of in the Text) in this earthen Vessel;
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as in the matter of it, he was one of a Gospel spirit;
as in the matter of it, he was one of a Gospel Spirit;
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and in the conveyances of it, he had great abilities for the work of the Ministry,
and in the conveyances of it, he had great abilities for the work of the Ministry,
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and discharged it with a great deale of successe.
and discharged it with a great deal of success.
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As he had this Treasure in an Earthen Vessel, so his Vessel, his fraile body was no disparagement to him,
As he had this Treasure in an Earthen Vessel, so his Vessel, his frail body was no disparagement to him,
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but the advancement of the Treasure, in setting forth the power to be of God;
but the advancement of the Treasure, in setting forth the power to be of God;
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his outward man was much weak and worn away, but his inward man was upheld by the grace of God.
his outward man was much weak and worn away, but his inward man was upheld by the grace of God.
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His first work in the Ministry was in that place where my self have relation to;
His First work in the Ministry was in that place where my self have Relation to;
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he was an assistant to my predecessor (being then past labour) Mr. Richard Couder, and performed the work so well, that he was exceedingly beloved of Mr. Couder, and well beloved of the Parish, and other places.
he was an assistant to my predecessor (being then past labour) Mr. Richard Couder, and performed the work so well, that he was exceedingly Beloved of Mr. Couder, and well Beloved of the Parish, and other places.
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He left a good impression behind, and I found good effects by the foundation there laid.
He left a good impression behind, and I found good effects by the Foundation there laid.
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The Apostle Paul indeed desired not to work there where another had laid the foundation,
The Apostle Paul indeed desired not to work there where Another had laid the Foundation,
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but I thought it a great advantage that the foundation was laid by such a Master-builder.
but I Thought it a great advantage that the Foundation was laid by such a Master-builder.
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He was called into the Country to Rugby in Warwick-shire, there he continued very fruitfull, and did much good.
He was called into the Country to Rugby in Warwickshire, there he continued very fruitful, and did much good.
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For some occasion he removed and returned into the City, and came into this place, where he continued about 18. or 19. years, discharged the work of the Lord carefully.
For Some occasion he removed and returned into the city, and Come into this place, where he continued about 18. or 19. Years, discharged the work of the Lord carefully.
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I need not say much of his carriage in this place, I appeal to your own Consciences.
I need not say much of his carriage in this place, I appeal to your own Consciences.
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I may say of this servant of Christ, as the Apostle Paul said of himself, 1 Thes. 2. 10, 11. Ye are his witnesses, and God also,
I may say of this servant of christ, as the Apostle Paul said of himself, 1 Thebes 2. 10, 11. You Are his Witnesses, and God also,
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how holily, and justly, and unblameable he behaved himself among you, as you know how he exhorted,
how holily, and justly, and unblameable he behaved himself among you, as you know how he exhorted,
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and comforted, and charged every one of you (as a Father doth his Children) that ye would walk worthy of God, who hath called you unto his kingdome and glory. and comforted, and charged every one of you (as a Father does his Children) that you would walk worthy of God, who hath called you unto his Kingdom and glory.
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Therefore there lies an engagement upon you to walk answerable to the truths he delivered,
Therefore there lies an engagement upon you to walk answerable to the truths he Delivered,
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and to follow his steps, considering the end of his conversation, I shut up all in the words of the Apostle Paul to the Phillippians, Ch. 4. 9. Those things which ye have both learned,
and to follow his steps, considering the end of his Conversation, I shut up all in the words of the Apostle Paul to the Philippians, Christ 4. 9. Those things which you have both learned,
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and received, and heard, and seen in him, Do: and the God of peace shall be with you. and received, and herd, and seen in him, Do: and the God of peace shall be with you.
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