A funeral sermon preached upon occasion of the decease of the eminently pious Mrs. Elizabeth Williams, late wife of Mr. Daniel Williams, who departed this life, June the 10th, 1698, Ætat 62 with some account of her exemplary character taken for the most part out of her own papers / by Edmund Calamy.
Consider'd the former of these ways, Three Things in them deserve Observation. I. The Character given of those Ancient Worthies, Abraham, Isaac and Iacob; concerning whom 'tis asserted, That they desir'd a better Countrey, that is an Heavenly.
Considered the former of these ways, Three Things in them deserve Observation. I. The Character given of those Ancient Worthies, Abraham, Isaac and Iacob; Concerning whom it's asserted, That they desired a better Country, that is an Heavenly.
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II. A comfortable Inference drawn from that Character; Wherefore GOD was not asham'd to be call'd their GOD. III. The Manifestation of the Truth of that Inference:
II A comfortable Inference drawn from that Character; Wherefore GOD was not ashamed to be called their GOD. III. The Manifestation of the Truth of that Inference:
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These Three things duly weigh'd and consider'd, will give a sufficient insight into the sense of the Words, according to their Primitive and Original Intention;
These Three things duly weighed and considered, will give a sufficient insight into the sense of the Words, according to their Primitive and Original Intention;
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Begin we then with considering the Character here given of the Old Patriarchs, Abraham, Isaac and Iacob; of whom 'tis asserted, That They desired a better Countrey, that is an Heavenly.
Begin we then with considering the Character Here given of the Old Patriarchs, Abraham, Isaac and Iacob; of whom it's asserted, That They desired a better Country, that is an Heavenly.
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Abraham upon a Call of GOD, had forsaken his Native Countrey, his Kindred, Friends and Paternal Inheritance, which are naturally very dear and valuable,
Abraham upon a Call of GOD, had forsaken his Native Country, his Kindred, Friends and Paternal Inheritance, which Are naturally very dear and valuable,
While there, he had a Son and Grand-Son born to him, who were Heirs of the Promise; who Travell'd with him from Place to Place, having no fixt abode,
While there, he had a Son and Grand-Son born to him, who were Heirs of the Promise; who Traveled with him from Place to Place, having not fixed Abided,
especially with reference to their Progeny, and the Messiah, (who was to spring up amongst them) and their Future Bliss. In the whole Course of their Lives, they all profest themselves Pilgrims and Strangers; which (as it is here argu'd in the Context) intimated, that they sought a Countrey, wherein they might be at rest.
especially with Referente to their Progeny, and the Messiah, (who was to spring up among them) and their Future Bliss. In the Whole Course of their Lives, they all professed themselves Pilgrim's and Strangers; which (as it is Here argued in the Context) intimated, that they sought a Country, wherein they might be At rest.
for which they could not have wanted Opportunity had they had an Inclination: Neither could it be the latter, because though they were safely arriv'd at it, beheld,
for which they could not have wanted Opportunity had they had an Inclination: Neither could it be the latter, Because though they were safely arrived At it, beheld,
How could they imagine he should have put them upon leaving what was better, for that which was really worse? They might certainly upon good Grounds hope, that when they had trusted to him to provide for them, he would not leave them destitute and helpless;
How could they imagine he should have put them upon leaving what was better, for that which was really Worse? They might Certainly upon good Grounds hope, that when they had trusted to him to provide for them, he would not leave them destitute and helpless;
nay, not till he had made their listning to him, and following of him, in the final issue, abundantly worth their while, both in their own and others Estimation. Again,
nay, not till he had made their listening to him, and following of him, in the final issue, abundantly worth their while, both in their own and Others Estimation. Again,
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Earth being in its own Nature necessarily mutable; and Heaven only fixed and stable. No other than an Heavenly Countrey could suit Heaven-born Souls; and satisfie their enlarged Cravings;
Earth being in its own Nature necessarily mutable; and Heaven only fixed and stable. No other than an Heavenly Country could suit Heavenborn Souls; and satisfy their enlarged Cravings;
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Whereby they would tempt one almost to think, that they hardly ever took Notice of this Passage of Sacred Writ, where the direct contrary is clearly intimated,
Whereby they would tempt one almost to think, that they hardly ever took Notice of this Passage of Sacred Writ, where the Direct contrary is clearly intimated,
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when it is asserted, that they desir'd an Heavenly Countrey. Crellius particularly in his Comment on the Text, pretends, that the meaning is, a better Countrey was design'd for them, but not explicitely desir'd by them.
when it is asserted, that they desired an Heavenly Country. Crellius particularly in his Comment on the Text, pretends, that the meaning is, a better Country was designed for them, but not explicitly desired by them.
He owns indeed that a State of Immortality and Glory is here intended; though not as look'd for, and desir'd by the Patriarchs by Vertue of any Promise:
He owns indeed that a State of Immortality and Glory is Here intended; though not as looked for, and desired by the Patriarchs by Virtue of any Promise:
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Which in short, is a direct levelling them with the rest of the World, notwithstanding that God had thought fit to separate and distinguish them out of special Favour.
Which in short, is a Direct levelling them with the rest of the World, notwithstanding that God had Thought fit to separate and distinguish them out of special Favour.
and after all it should issue in nothing but his settling on their Posterity a small Spot of Land, wherein they themselves all their Days were Strangers, having no certain Habitation? Are these Tempoporal lower Things to be thought of such account with God? Must not the Ancient Worthies be supposed grossly carnal in their Aims and Inclinations,
and After all it should issue in nothing but his settling on their Posterity a small Spot of Land, wherein they themselves all their Days were Strangers, having no certain Habitation? are these Tempoporal lower Things to be Thought of such account with God? Must not the Ancient Worthies be supposed grossly carnal in their Aims and Inclinations,
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if these furnisht with the principal Motives of their Obedience? What sort of Servants must God have of those, who had only Earthly Things in their Eyes? Whose Hopes and Hearts were not fixt on Heaven? All their Devotion must necessarily be mean and flat,
if these furnished with the principal Motives of their obedience? What sort of Servants must God have of those, who had only Earthly Things in their Eyes? Whose Hope's and Hearts were not fixed on Heaven? All their Devotion must necessarily be mean and flat,
How could this Supposition consist with the Apostles present Argument? Who if he doth not prove that their Faith wrought in the Desire and Expectation of Heavenly Things, proves nothing at all to his Purpose:
How could this Supposition consist with the Apostles present Argument? Who if he does not prove that their Faith wrought in the Desire and Expectation of Heavenly Things, Proves nothing At all to his Purpose:
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But 'tis to little Purpose to Argue, where Men having fixt their Hypothesis, which they will not alter, will resolve all Things they meet with into a consistency with it.
But it's to little Purpose to Argue, where Men having fixed their Hypothesis, which they will not altar, will resolve all Things they meet with into a consistency with it.
than this Earth was able to afford them; they found just ground for dissatisfaction, in their present flitting, uncertain, wandering, and imperfect State:
than this Earth was able to afford them; they found just ground for dissatisfaction, in their present flitting, uncertain, wandering, and imperfect State:
They were at the same Time fully satisfied, that if they could but once reach Heaven, all their Difficulties and Exercises, all their Perplexity and Uneasiness would be at an End, and that for ever:
They were At the same Time Fully satisfied, that if they could but once reach Heaven, all their Difficulties and Exercises, all their Perplexity and Uneasiness would be At an End, and that for ever:
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And withal, they were not destitute of Reason to Hope, that that God who had given them so many Assurances of his Favour, would not herein refuse to gratifie them:
And withal, they were not destitute of Reason to Hope, that that God who had given them so many Assurances of his Favour, would not herein refuse to gratify them:
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OF their Faith; In that they nothing doubted but there was a stable, firm, Heavenly City and Countrey, built, made and prepar'd by GOD, for all his sincere Servants;
OF their Faith; In that they nothing doubted but there was a stable, firm, Heavenly city and Country, built, made and prepared by GOD, for all his sincere Servants;
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OF their Conversation; in that their firm Belief of the Excellency of that Heavenly Countrey which they had in their Eye, made them earnestly desire it, and vigorously follow after it;
OF their Conversation; in that their firm Belief of the Excellency of that Heavenly Country which they had in their Eye, made them earnestly desire it, and vigorously follow After it;
and that with such earnestness and assiduity, as sufficiently intimated to all that observ'd them, that they look'd not on themselves as of this World, but as of another Countrey;
and that with such earnestness and assiduity, as sufficiently intimated to all that observed them, that they looked not on themselves as of this World, but as of Another Country;
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and a much greater readiness to gratifie their reasonable Desires, than there could be in the tenderest Earthly Parent, towards the most dutiful and respectful Child conceivable.
and a much greater readiness to gratify their reasonable Desires, than there could be in the Tenderest Earthly Parent, towards the most dutiful and respectful Child conceivable.
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but in a way of special Interest, arising from a Covenant Engagement to them; whereby He stood bound to take Care of and Provide for them; to Protect and Bless them;
but in a Way of special Interest, arising from a Covenant Engagement to them; whereby He stood bound to take Care of and Provide for them; to Pact and Bless them;
For any of the degenerate Children of Adam, to be admitted into such a Relation to, to have such an Interest in, the Infinite Lord of Heaven and Earth!
For any of the degenerate Children of Adam, to be admitted into such a Relation to, to have such an Interest in, the Infinite Lord of Heaven and Earth!
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What were Abraham, Isaac, and Iacob, but Men who were Dead, and laid in their Graves, long before this Speech was addrest to Moses? And what were they while Living,
What were Abraham, Isaac, and Iacob, but Men who were Dead, and laid in their Graves, long before this Speech was addressed to Moses? And what were they while Living,
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and therefore absolutely speaking, unworthy of any Favour? What an amazing Thing then is it, that GOD should as it were be beholden to them for a Name,
and Therefore absolutely speaking, unworthy of any Favour? What an amazing Thing then is it, that GOD should as it were be beholden to them for a Name,
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He would have been asham'd to have been called their GOD. He would have reckon'd it ignominious and a reproach to Him, to have own'd a peculiar Relation to them.
He would have been ashamed to have been called their GOD. He would have reckoned it ignominious and a reproach to Him, to have owned a peculiar Relation to them.
and to have made a visible difference by Favours and Priviledges, where there was no visible difference in Temper and Conversation, that might signifie a more excellent Spirit:
and to have made a visible difference by Favours and Privileges, where there was no visible difference in Temper and Conversation, that might signify a more excellent Spirit:
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But they being by His influence wrought up to such a Temper and Carriage, as hath before been briefly signifi'd, 'twas consistent with His Honour, He was not asham'd to own them for His.
But they being by His influence wrought up to such a Temper and Carriage, as hath before been briefly signified, 'twas consistent with His Honour, He was not ashamed to own them for His.
Although they made no great Figure, yet such was their Spirit, and such their Carriage, that He thought it not a Diminution to Him, to be stiled theirs. It was thought mean by the Heathen World,
Although they made no great Figure, yet such was their Spirit, and such their Carriage, that He Thought it not a Diminution to Him, to be styled theirs. It was Thought mean by the Heathen World,
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For He gave Himself this Name in Confirmation of the Covenant, by which He stood engag'd to these Worthies, whereby he had ample occasion of glorifying the Holy Properties of his Nature, in the displays of His Grace, Goodness, Truth, and Power;
For He gave Himself this Name in Confirmation of the Covenant, by which He stood engaged to these Worthies, whereby he had ample occasion of glorifying the Holy Properties of his Nature, in the displays of His Grace, goodness, Truth, and Power;
BUT I know not how to dismiss this Clause, without observing how it confirms our Saviour's Argument against the Sadducees, in Proof both of The Souls Immortality, and the Bodys Resurrection;
BUT I know not how to dismiss this Clause, without observing how it confirms our Saviour's Argument against the Sadducees, in Proof both of The Souls Immortality, and the Bodies Resurrection;
THE Sadducees deny'd both these Grand Articles of FAITH; (as appears from Acts 23. 8.) When therefore they came to our Blessed Lord with a Foolish Question, he to confront them (as will appear by consulting the Places Cited in the Margin) urges this Declaration of GOD by Moses, of His being the God of Abraham, Isaac and Iacob. Some have been so petulant,
THE Sadducees denied both these Grand Articles of FAITH; (as appears from Acts 23. 8.) When Therefore they Come to our Blessed Lord with a Foolish Question, he to confront them (as will appear by consulting the Places Cited in the Margin) urges this Declaration of GOD by Moses, of His being the God of Abraham, Isaac and Iacob. some have been so petulant,
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as to call the strength of his Argument, taken from this Declaration, into Question; but consider'd with the light my Text gives it, 'twill, I think, appear sufficiently cogent.
as to call the strength of his Argument, taken from this Declaration, into Question; but considered with the Light my Text gives it, it'll, I think, appear sufficiently cogent.
1. GOD would have bin asham'd to have bin called the God of Abraham, Isaac and Iacob, if their Souls had not bin immortal. For they were all Dead a considerable time before he made that Declaration to Moses, as before was hinted.
1. GOD would have been ashamed to have been called the God of Abraham, Isaac and Iacob, if their Souls had not been immortal. For they were all Dead a considerable time before he made that Declaration to Moses, as before was hinted.
For what could his pretending to that Relation to them have signified, if it could not have kept them from returning to Nothing? In stiling Himself Theirs, He certainly intended some peculiar Blessing and Advantage to them above others.
For what could his pretending to that Relation to them have signified, if it could not have kept them from returning to Nothing? In styling Himself Theirs, He Certainly intended Some peculiar Blessing and Advantage to them above Others.
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If (as one well says) nothing beyond this Life had bin reserved for them, that saying of Old Iacob towards the end of his Life, Few and •uil have the days of the years of my life been, would have bin an Eternal Reflection on the Truth and Faithfulness of Him, who had so often called Himself The GOD of Iacob: But supposing Him to make up in the Happiness of another Life, what was wanting in this;
If (as one well Says) nothing beyond this Life had been reserved for them, that saying of Old Iacob towards the end of his Life, Few and •uil have the days of the Years of my life been, would have been an Eternal Reflection on the Truth and Faithfulness of Him, who had so often called Himself The GOD of Iacob: But supposing Him to make up in the Happiness of Another Life, what was wanting in this;
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2. HE would have bin asham'd to have bin called, The GOD of Abraham, Isaac and Iacob, if their Bodies were not to rise again. Which though it be not so clear and directly evident as the foregoing Proposition; yet is it not destitute of sufficient Proof. For let it be observ'd;
2. HE would have been ashamed to have been called, The GOD of Abraham, Isaac and Iacob, if their Bodies were not to rise again. Which though it be not so clear and directly evident as the foregoing Proposition; yet is it not destitute of sufficient Proof. For let it be observed;
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Our Souls and Bodies are so adapted to each other, That a separate Soul, though in the midst of Bliss, is in a sort imperfect, while without its proper Body;
Our Souls and Bodies Are so adapted to each other, That a separate Soul, though in the midst of Bliss, is in a sort imperfect, while without its proper Body;
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and leave them without all hope of receiving them anew, notwithstanding a Re-union to them would be a great Addition to their Happiness? Withal, it seems highly equitable, That the same Body which at the Soul's Command, was often harrass'd,
and leave them without all hope of receiving them anew, notwithstanding a Reunion to them would be a great Addition to their Happiness? Withal, it seems highly equitable, That the same Body which At the Soul's Command, was often Harassed,
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which can be no other than the Blessedness of the Whole Man: For the End of one Part, cannot be the End of the Whole: But GOD made the Whole; and takes the Whole under His Special Care and Patronage when sincerely devoted to Him;
which can be no other than the Blessedness of the whole Man: For the End of one Part, cannot be the End of the whole: But GOD made the whole; and Takes the whole under His Special Care and Patronage when sincerely devoted to Him;
New this cannot be without a Resurrection of the Body; which therefore, together with the Soul's Immortality, results by Consequence, from His profess't Relation to these Patriarchs as their GOD. III. IT now remains, That in the Third and last place, I a little consider the manifestation of the Truth of the foregoing comfortable Inferrence, which stands thus;
New this cannot be without a Resurrection of the Body; which Therefore, together with the Soul's Immortality, results by Consequence, from His professed Relation to these Patriarchs as their GOD. III. IT now remains, That in the Third and last place, I a little Consider the manifestation of the Truth of the foregoing comfortable Inference, which Stands thus;
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A CITY. This is the same with that better Heavenly Countrey, of which in the fore-going part of the Verse they are said to be so desirous. Heaven is exprest to us in the Sacred Scriptures, by sundry Metaphorical Resemblances.
A CITY. This is the same with that better Heavenly Country, of which in the foregoing part of the Verse they Are said to be so desirous. Heaven is expressed to us in the Sacred Scriptures, by sundry Metaphorical Resemblances.
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But an House may be too strait for the number of Inhabitants, and therefore 'tis here called a City, and elsewhere in this Chapter, and in many other Places.
But an House may be too strait for the number of Inhabitants, and Therefore it's Here called a city, and elsewhere in this Chapter, and in many other Places.
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But least any should think of being incommoded for want of Room and Air, 'tis here also call'd a Countrey. And because a City or Countrey may be destitute of the Glory that attends a Court, 'tis call'd a Kingdom. And the Design of these and all other the different ways of Representation us'd in this Case, is to satisfie us that the Place and State prepar'd by GOD for the Everlasting Entertainment of His Faithful Servants, hath all things in it that can be really needful or useful, delightful or entertaining, comfortable or desirable, to Persons advanc'd to that Degree of Perfection which they shall be rais'd unto.
But least any should think of being incommoded for want of Room and Air, it's Here also called a Country. And Because a city or Country may be destitute of the Glory that attends a Court, it's called a Kingdom. And the Design of these and all other the different ways of Representation used in this Case, is to satisfy us that the Place and State prepared by GOD for the Everlasting Entertainment of His Faithful Servants, hath all things in it that can be really needful or useful, delightful or entertaining, comfortable or desirable, to Persons advanced to that Degree of Perfection which they shall be raised unto.
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Consonantly whereto, 'tis intimated that in this Case, GOD was fully provided with whatsoever was requisite to the Eternal Rest and Blessedness of these His Servants;
Consonantly whereto, it's intimated that in this Case, GOD was Fully provided with whatsoever was requisite to the Eternal Rest and Blessedness of these His Servants;
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BUT wihhal, it is to be observ'd, That this Preparation necessarily also includes and supposes, the Interposition of Christ the Mediator, by whom this City was to be procured and purchas'd:
BUT wihhal, it is to be observed, That this Preparation necessarily also includes and supposes, the Interposition of christ the Mediator, by whom this city was to be procured and purchased:
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And also the Influence of the Divine Spirit, to prepare these Candidates for that perfectly Holy State, in which much more of the Happiness of Heaven lies,
And also the Influence of the Divine Spirit, to prepare these Candidates for that perfectly Holy State, in which much more of the Happiness of Heaven lies,
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For them, and not for others: Not because they merited it, and others not; but because through the Influence of Divine Grace, they earnestly minded, desir'd, and sought it;
For them, and not for Others: Not Because they merited it, and Others not; but Because through the Influence of Divine Grace, they earnestly minded, desired, and sought it;
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For how unequal soever the present Dispensations of Providence may appear, GOD will at long run make a mighty difference, between those who sincerely Love,
For how unequal soever the present Dispensations of Providence may appear, GOD will At long run make a mighty difference, between those who sincerely Love,
and have taken effectual Care, that neither they themselves should survive to upbraid him with his acting so unsuitably to his profest Relation to them, in his not having made answerable Provision for them;
and have taken effectual Care, that neither they themselves should survive to upbraid him with his acting so unsuitably to his professed Relation to them, in his not having made answerable Provision for them;
SUNDRY Doctrinal Observations that would be both Instructive and Affecting, would so full and copious a Text as this thus open'd, afford Foundation for:
SUNDRY Doctrinal Observations that would be both Instructive and Affecting, would so full and copious a Text as this thus opened, afford Foundation for:
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devote themselves entirely to his Service, and ardently aspire Heaven-wards in the Course of their present Pilgrimage, if He had not made abundant Provision for their Happiness in a better State and Life after this.
devote themselves entirely to his Service, and ardently aspire Heavenwards in the Course of their present Pilgrimage, if He had not made abundant Provision for their Happiness in a better State and Life After this.
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often changing their Place, and State, and Posture, and Circumstances; as they of Old did in Canaan. Of which also they have not been insensible: Thus David confesseth to GOD;
often changing their Place, and State, and Posture, and circumstances; as they of Old did in Canaan. Of which also they have not been insensible: Thus David Confesses to GOD;
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But that which bore them up in this their unsettled State, and under all the Evils and Troubles which attended it, was the Hope and Prospect of a quiet Habitation,
But that which boar them up in this their unsettled State, and under all the Evils and Troubles which attended it, was the Hope and Prospect of a quiet Habitation,
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that whatever he was forc't first to undergo, GOD would at length shew him the Path of Life; and bring him to his own Presence, where there is fulness of Ioy;
that whatever he was forced First to undergo, GOD would At length show him the Path of Life; and bring him to his own Presence, where there is fullness of Joy;
And at another Time, when he was much discompos'd at the Reflection on his own Afflicted State, compar'd with the Prosperity of the Wicked, he soon recovers, at the Thought of the Happy Issue that awaited all his present Exercises and Conflicts.
And At Another Time, when he was much discomposed At the Reflection on his own Afflicted State, compared with the Prosperity of the Wicked, he soon recovers, At the Thought of the Happy Issue that awaited all his present Exercises and Conflicts.
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WHICH Things taken together, give us sufficiently to understand that this Doctrine is true in Fact, as to many of the most remarkable Servants of GOD, whom we find mention'd in our Sacred Records:
WHICH Things taken together, give us sufficiently to understand that this Doctrine is true in Fact, as to many of the most remarkable Servants of GOD, whom we find mentioned in our Sacred Records:
1. THE Divine Principle, which is implanted in all Holy Souls, naturally tends to draw forth their utmost ardour in the Love of GOD, to whom it brings them wholly to resign and sacrifice themselves;
1. THE Divine Principle, which is implanted in all Holy Souls, naturally tends to draw forth their utmost ardour in the Love of GOD, to whom it brings them wholly to resign and sacrifice themselves;
So that that Strain of the Psalmist, Whom have we in Heaven but Thee, and there's none upon Earth we desire besides Thee! becomes their natural breathing.
So that that Strain of the Psalmist, Whom have we in Heaven but Thee, and there's none upon Earth we desire beside Thee! becomes their natural breathing.
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For He is really their Souls last End and Rest. Now how can Persons of this Make be fond of this present World, which is a meer Stage of Vanity and Sin;
For He is really their Souls last End and Rest. Now how can Persons of this Make be found of this present World, which is a mere Stage of Vanity and since;
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where, under the utmost Advantages, they are comparatively distant from Him whom their Souls love: Comparatively, I say, with what they desire, and hope to be hereafter.
where, under the utmost Advantages, they Are comparatively distant from Him whom their Souls love: Comparatively, I say, with what they desire, and hope to be hereafter.
and what Grace leads Holy Souls most earnestly to desire, and what they hereafter hope for: (on the Account whereof it is that they are at present said to be as it were, absent from him:) The intenseness therefore of their Love to Him, necessarily leads them to look upon themselves,
and what Grace leads Holy Souls most earnestly to desire, and what they hereafter hope for: (on the Account whereof it is that they Are At present said to be as it were, absent from him:) The intenseness Therefore of their Love to Him, necessarily leads them to look upon themselves,
And, when they act like themselves, nothing but a sense of Duty, and desire of serving the Purposes of His Glory, according to their capacity here on Earth, can enable them to brook their Absence from Heaven, where their Hearts and Hopes are fixt.
And, when they act like themselves, nothing but a sense of Duty, and desire of serving the Purposes of His Glory, according to their capacity Here on Earth, can enable them to brook their Absence from Heaven, where their Hearts and Hope's Are fixed.
2. THAT Divine Principle which resides, rules and governs in all Holy Souls, most naturally and directly influences them to an Vniversal Purity. They are fram'd for Divine and Intellectual Pleasures;
2. THAT Divine Principle which resides, rules and governs in all Holy Souls, most naturally and directly influences them to an Universal Purity. They Are framed for Divine and Intellectual Pleasures;
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The Body, whereto they are at present linkt in its State of Mortality and Corruption, hath such a propenseness to be inveigled by those light and Airy Gratifications which Sensual Objects offer for their Entertainment, that they are forc't to keep up a constant Contest with it;
The Body, whereto they Are At present linked in its State of Mortality and Corruption, hath such a propenseness to be inveigled by those Light and Airy Gratifications which Sensual Objects offer for their Entertainment, that they Are forced to keep up a constant Contest with it;
And when they have done all they can, they find their success so small, that they have good reason with the Apostle Paul to cry out of their wretchedness. This makes them necessarily very uneasie;
And when they have done all they can, they find their success so small, that they have good reason with the Apostle Paul to cry out of their wretchedness. This makes them necessarily very uneasy;
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They must needs be induc'd often to long for their Arrival at that Place and State, where being free from that toil and trouble, which is now their daily Exercise, they shall meet with Entertainments every way suitable to their sublime and refin'd Tempers,
They must needs be induced often to long for their Arrival At that Place and State, where being free from that toil and trouble, which is now their daily Exercise, they shall meet with Entertainments every Way suitable to their sublime and refined Tempers,
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2. IF we add hereto the Consideration of the Worlds unsuitableness to Holy Souls, we shall meet with further Evidence of the same thing ▪ Whatever others think, who judge by the Great, and put all the Additionals of a Freakish Fancy into the Scale, together with that small Scantling of Reality that is here to be met with;
2. IF we add hereto the Consideration of the World's unsuitableness to Holy Souls, we shall meet with further Evidence of the same thing ▪ Whatever Others think, who judge by the Great, and put all the Additionals of a Freakish Fancy into the Scale, together with that small Scantling of Reality that is Here to be met with;
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and the longer they live in it, the more do they find it so: And that because 'tis so very troublesome, so uncertain, and changeable, and so ensnaring.
and the longer they live in it, the more do they find it so: And that Because it's so very troublesome, so uncertain, and changeable, and so ensnaring.
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or depriv'd of their Friends, or crost in their Interests and Designs, or have something or other, ever and anon, happening to them, to interrupt their Repose.
or deprived of their Friends, or crossed in their Interests and Designs, or have something or other, ever and anon, happening to them, to interrupt their Repose.
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Nay, How often do we find that even those who have all that heart could wish for, that have all the Materials and Ingredients of a Worldly Felicity at command,
Nay, How often do we find that even those who have all that heart could wish for, that have all the Materials and Ingredients of a Worldly Felicity At command,
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BUT besides all these, and a great many other Considerations of the like Nature, that might be suggested, which are common to all, the World is peculiarly troublesome to Holy Souls.
BUT beside all these, and a great many other Considerations of the like Nature, that might be suggested, which Are Common to all, the World is peculiarly troublesome to Holy Souls.
And all these troubles, and a Thousand more, that were as easily nam'd as these, are great hindrances to them, in that whereon their hearts are principally intent;
And all these Troubles, and a Thousand more, that were as Easily named as these, Are great hindrances to them, in that whereon their hearts Are principally intent;
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and comfortably settled their Concerns as to a Future State? How can they take this for a suitable Place for them to stay in, where they are like to have little else but a constant succession of Disturbances? How can they do any other than earnestly long to be in their Father's House, where they shall meet with no sorrow or trouble more for ever?
and comfortably settled their Concerns as to a Future State? How can they take this for a suitable Place for them to stay in, where they Are like to have little Else but a constant succession of Disturbances? How can they do any other than earnestly long to be in their Father's House, where they shall meet with no sorrow or trouble more for ever?
2. HOLY Souls find also this World very unsuitable to them, because so uncertain and changeable. The more they give way to Thought, the more necessary do they find it to fly higher than the Stage of Sense for a Portion.
2. HOLY Souls find also this World very unsuitable to them, Because so uncertain and changeable. The more they give Way to Thought, the more necessary do they find it to fly higher than the Stage of Sense for a Portion.
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How then can they six upon it? If not better provided, how certainly may they expect in a little Time to be left quite destitute? And how can they take up with that, which they are every Moment in danger of being depriv'd of? They well know that there is nothing here to be met withal, let it seem ever so sure,
How then can they six upon it? If not better provided, how Certainly may they expect in a little Time to be left quite destitute? And how can they take up with that, which they Are every Moment in danger of being deprived of? They well know that there is nothing Here to be met withal, let it seem ever so sure,
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Who deliberately thence conclude, that it is in vain to seek for an Happiness here; that we are only Travelling and Passing through the State we are in;
Who deliberately thence conclude, that it is in vain to seek for an Happiness Here; that we Are only Traveling and Passing through the State we Are in;
after all, How difficult is it to live where an infectious Contagion is diffus'd universally, and not be tainted? How hard to be daily conversant in a wicked World,
After all, How difficult is it to live where an infectious Contagion is diffused universally, and not be tainted? How hard to be daily conversant in a wicked World,
3. THE Prospect which Faith gives them of Futurities, tends also to produce the same Effects, viz. To make them weary of this Earth, and to long for Heaven.
3. THE Prospect which Faith gives them of Futurities, tends also to produce the same Effects, viz. To make them weary of this Earth, and to long for Heaven.
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Holy Persons having such a Foundation to build upon, do as verily believe that if they persevere in the Course they are in, they shall certainly find these Things made good to them;
Holy Persons having such a Foundation to built upon, do as verily believe that if they persevere in the Course they Are in, they shall Certainly find these Things made good to them;
and fix on Heaven as their Home and Portion. And, III. THAT it would be Matter of Shame to Him, had He not made suitable Provision for all such Persons in a better State and Life than this.
and fix on Heaven as their Home and Portion. And, III. THAT it would be Matter of Shame to Him, had He not made suitable Provision for all such Persons in a better State and Life than this.
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And therefore also this Appropriation must needs imply some very great and extraordinary Happiness. 'Tis declar'd by GOD, That he that overcometh shall inherit all Things;
And Therefore also this Appropriation must needs imply Some very great and extraordinary Happiness. It's declared by GOD, That he that Overcometh shall inherit all Things;
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That Man that should pretend to unfold it, must be able to Fathom the boundless Excellencies of the Divine Essence, which are all engag'd, so far as the good of the Party to whom GOD hath made Himself over, is concern'd.
That Man that should pretend to unfold it, must be able to Fathom the boundless Excellencies of the Divine Essence, which Are all engaged, so Far as the good of the Party to whom GOD hath made Himself over, is concerned.
without the Intervention whereof such degenerate and guilty Creatures as we, could have had no Hope, should have remain'd incapable, of any such Interest:
without the Intervention whereof such degenerate and guilty Creatures as we, could have had no Hope, should have remained incapable, of any such Interest:
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But that, hath laid a Foundation for our Advancement to this Amazing Honour and Priviledge; which bespeaks all those who reach to it inconceiveably Happy;
But that, hath laid a Foundation for our Advancement to this Amazing Honour and Privilege; which bespeaks all those who reach to it inconceivably Happy;
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For (whatever any in the Heat of Dispute may have advanc'd) 'tis notoriously evident that none of the fallen Race of Adam would in this Case move till they were drawn;
For (whatever any in the Heat of Dispute may have advanced) it's notoriously evident that none of the fallen Raze of Adam would in this Case move till they were drawn;
They might indeed after a sort, be desirous of the Blessings of the Covenant: That is to say, they might desire to be pardon'd that they might not be damn'd;
They might indeed After a sort, be desirous of the Blessings of the Covenant: That is to say, they might desire to be pardoned that they might not be damned;
and they after all go without an Interest in him as theirs. But whereever there is a free Consent in any Heart, to take Him for Owner, Ruler, and End, according as He hath propos'd Himself;
and they After all go without an Interest in him as theirs. But wherever there is a free Consent in any Heart, to take Him for Owner, Ruler, and End, according as He hath proposed Himself;
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and a willingness to be entirely at His Disposal, and under His Government and Management; we may safely say, there the Divine Spirit hath been effectually at Work:
and a willingness to be entirely At His Disposal, and under His Government and Management; we may safely say, there the Divine Spirit hath been effectually At Work:
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NOW I'le leave it to any to Judge, how impossible it is for Persons to renounce this World, and fix on Heaven as their Home and Portion, and Act correspondently,
NOW I'll leave it to any to Judge, how impossible it is for Persons to renounce this World, and fix on Heaven as their Home and Portion, and Act correspondently,
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and to sit loose to it, and be ready to part with what is most dear and valuable in it, upon a Divine Call? And what is it to fix on Heaven as an Home and Portion? But to live in the believing Hope and Expectation of a bettrr State and Life after this;
and to fit lose to it, and be ready to part with what is most dear and valuable in it, upon a Divine Call? And what is it to fix on Heaven as an Home and Portion? But to live in the believing Hope and Expectation of a bettrr State and Life After this;
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and be often delightfully ruminating on those Reports which GOD in His Word hath made concerning it? And both these jointly, do plainly bespeak an Heavenly Mind and Heart. How can the blessed GOD,
and be often delightfully ruminating on those Reports which GOD in His Word hath made Concerning it? And both these jointly, do plainly bespeak an Heavenly Mind and Heart. How can the blessed GOD,
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become theirs, and Act like a GOD on their behalf? Now this He could in no respect be said to do, had He not prepar'd an an Heaven, that is a State of exquisite and perfect Bliss, for their Everlasting Entertainment.
become theirs, and Act like a GOD on their behalf? Now this He could in no respect be said to do, had He not prepared an an Heaven, that is a State of exquisite and perfect Bliss, for their Everlasting Entertainment.
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He (saith the Apostle) that hath wrought us for the self same thing, is GOD. His meaning is, 'tis He who by his Spirit hath wrought up Believers to any Measure of Preparedness for the Blessed and Glorious State above;
He (Says the Apostle) that hath wrought us for the self same thing, is GOD. His meaning is, it's He who by his Spirit hath wrought up Believers to any Measure of Preparedness for the Blessed and Glorious State above;
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for the Entertainment of His faithful Ones, at the end of all their present Conflicts, it would evidently appear He did but Tantalize them in making any such Motions to them;
for the Entertainment of His faithful Ones, At the end of all their present Conflicts, it would evidently appear He did but Tantalize them in making any such Motions to them;
For we knowing our Selves capable of subsisting hereafter, nay of enjoying a much greater Happiness than this present State can admit off, are hereby laid under an indispensable Obligation of intending that Happiness as our End. For supposing there should be no Future State of Bliss, there is however no possibility of being absolutely certain there is none:
For we knowing our Selves capable of subsisting hereafter, nay of enjoying a much greater Happiness than this present State can admit off, Are hereby laid under an indispensable Obligation of intending that Happiness as our End. For supposing there should be no Future State of Bliss, there is however no possibility of being absolutely certain there is none:
Their tender Consciences reproach and smite them for the smallest Neglect and Transgression; and on that Account, draw forth many a mournful sigh and groan.
Their tender Consciences reproach and smite them for the Smallest Neglect and Transgression; and on that Account, draw forth many a mournful sighs and groan.
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The sense of their great weakness makes them walk in constant Fear. Watchings and Fightings against the Assaults of Satan are their Daily Exercise. Their Self-Denial is Galling;
The sense of their great weakness makes them walk in constant fear. Watchings and Fightings against the Assaults of Satan Are their Daily Exercise. Their Self-Denial is Galling;
unless where there should be apparent hazard of the Loss of Life or Estate, or of any other insupportable Detriment, which a vertuous course might have attending it:
unless where there should be apparent hazard of the Loss of Life or Estate, or of any other insupportable Detriment, which a virtuous course might have attending it:
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Which would cast such a Reflection on the Blessed GOD, as were never to be wip'd off But we may be assur'd 'tis otherwise, For He hath prepar'd for them a City. Nay,
Which would cast such a Reflection on the Blessed GOD, as were never to be wiped off But we may be assured it's otherwise, For He hath prepared for them a city. Nay,
And many an Hour do they spend in endeavouring to mortifie a particular Sin, which they find themselves most prone to, which yet others, it may be, can hardly observe in them.
And many an Hour do they spend in endeavouring to mortify a particular since, which they find themselves most prove to, which yet Others, it may be, can hardly observe in them.
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And can all this at last, prove labour-in-vain? shall they be never the better for all in the issue? If so, they had done much better to have spent their time,
And can all this At last, prove labour-in-vain? shall they be never the better for all in the issue? If so, they had done much better to have spent their time,
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For Common Sense would teach us to make the most of our all. It was not without good Reason therefore, that the Apostle declares, That if in this Life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all Men most miserable.
For Common Sense would teach us to make the most of our all. It was not without good Reason Therefore, that the Apostle declares, That if in this Life only we have hope in christ, we Are of all Men most miserable.
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4. UPON the foregoing Supposition, GOD would either leave His most faithful Ones without any Thing to support them under their greatest present Troubles,
4. UPON the foregoing Supposition, GOD would either leave His most faithful Ones without any Thing to support them under their greatest present Troubles,
Have you then any of that Faith for which they were so famous? and doth it work the same way, according to our Circumstances and Divine Calls? Our Advantages with respect to clearness of Light,
Have you then any of that Faith for which they were so famous? and does it work the same Way, according to our circumstances and Divine Calls? Our Advantages with respect to clearness of Light,
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But how is it with our Hearts? Do they work towards GOD and Heaven as theirs did? Do you, Sirs, carry it like Pilgrims and Strangers here on Earth? Do you desire,
But how is it with our Hearts? Do they work towards GOD and Heaven as theirs did? Do you, Sirs, carry it like Pilgrim's and Strangers Here on Earth? Do you desire,
could you not be contented, would it not be pleasing and delightful to you, to have the hope and prospect of living here always? I doubt that's the Case of many:
could you not be contented, would it not be pleasing and delightful to you, to have the hope and prospect of living Here always? I doubt that's the Case of many:
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2. LET me desire you to consider what is like to become of those of you who never yet minded this better, this Heavenly Countrey, in the whole Course of your Lives;
2. LET me desire you to Consider what is like to become of those of you who never yet minded this better, this Heavenly Country, in the Whole Course of your Lives;
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Have you then any of that Faith for which they were so famous? and doth it work the same way, according to our Circumstances and Divine Calls? Our Advantages with respect to clearness of Light,
Have you then any of that Faith for which they were so famous? and does it work the same Way, according to our circumstances and Divine Calls? Our Advantages with respect to clearness of Light,
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But how is it with our Hearts? Do they work towards GOD and Heaven as theirs did? Do you, Sirs, carry it like Pilgrims and Strangers here on Earth? Do you desire,
But how is it with our Hearts? Do they work towards GOD and Heaven as theirs did? Do you, Sirs, carry it like Pilgrim's and Strangers Here on Earth? Do you desire,
could you not be contented, would it not be pleasing and delightful to you, to have the hope and prospect of living here always? I doubt that's the Case of many:
could you not be contented, would it not be pleasing and delightful to you, to have the hope and prospect of living Here always? I doubt that's the Case of many:
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2. LET me desire you to consider what is like to become of those of you who never yet minded this better, this Heavenly Countrey, in the whole Course of your Lives;
2. LET me desire you to Consider what is like to become of those of you who never yet minded this better, this Heavenly Country, in the Whole Course of your Lives;
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Think of it a little and you'l easily discern that that is an unreasonable, and will in the Event prove a groundless Expectation. No, you must desire it;
Think of it a little and You'll Easily discern that that is an unreasonable, and will in the Event prove a groundless Expectation. No, you must desire it;
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And should you Die without it, what would become of you? GOD hath indeed prepar'd a City, a glorious City, where his faithful Ones, shall have Everlasting Rest, and Peace, and Joy:
And should you Die without it, what would become of you? GOD hath indeed prepared a city, a glorious city, where his faithful Ones, shall have Everlasting Rest, and Peace, and Joy:
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And think not to make a neglected GOD and SAVIOUR your last Refuge, which I'm sure would be little to your Comfort, nay would be likely to Issue in your Everlasting Confusion. Again,
And think not to make a neglected GOD and SAVIOUR your last Refuge, which I'm sure would be little to your Comfort, nay would be likely to Issue in your Everlasting Confusion. Again,
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and Manage it with Prudence, your Hectoring Swaggerers, who Pride themselves in defying GOD, and pouring Contempt on whatever belongs to him, would in most Cases, without much Difficulty, be put out of Countenance.
and Manage it with Prudence, your Hectoring Swaggerers, who Pride themselves in defying GOD, and pouring Contempt on whatever belongs to him, would in most Cases, without much Difficulty, be put out of Countenance.
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AND this I doubt not is the Case of our lately Deceased Friend, the truly ▪ Pious Mrs. Elizabeth Williams. Whom I dare to set before you as one of the Primitive Stamp;
AND this I doubt not is the Case of our lately Deceased Friend, the truly ▪ Pious Mrs. Elizabeth Williams. Whom I Dare to Set before you as one of the Primitive Stamp;
She came of an Honourable Family; had a great many Noble Relations; an Husband to Her Hearts desire; a Considerable Estate; and a General Respect from all that knew her:
She Come of an Honourable Family; had a great many Noble Relations; an Husband to Her Hearts desire; a Considerable Estate; and a General Respect from all that knew her:
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She was brought Home to GOD in Her Younger Years, by Means of a Sermon of one Mr. Baynes, who was an Eminent Minister in Dublin; and gain'd many Souls to Christ in his Day.
She was brought Home to GOD in Her Younger years, by Means of a Sermon of one Mr. Baynes, who was an Eminent Minister in Dublin; and gained many Souls to christ in his Day.
There was a remarkable Instance and Evidence hereof, in Her last Passage from Ireland to England in the Month of September, 1687. She was then in a Violent Storm; eminent was the Danger;
There was a remarkable Instance and Evidence hereof, in Her last Passage from Ireland to England in the Monn of September, 1687. She was then in a Violent Storm; eminent was the Danger;
not only in the Apprehension of the Passengers, but of the Master, and Seamen; all reckon'd themselves as Lost. Here was a Time of Tryal. But She was fearless;
not only in the Apprehension of the Passengers, but of the Master, and Seamen; all reckoned themselves as Lost. Here was a Time of Trial. But She was fearless;
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That there was at that Time an observable Answer of Prayer, in a sudden and unexpected Calm immediately following upon their joint Recommendation of thems•lves to GOD.
That there was At that Time an observable Answer of Prayer, in a sudden and unexpected Cam immediately following upon their joint Recommendation of thems•lves to GOD.
And it hath been observ'd by those who knew Her well, that She would be more Chearful and Pleasant in Her walks to the House of GOD, than at any other Time.
And it hath been observed by those who knew Her well, that She would be more Cheerful and Pleasant in Her walks to the House of GOD, than At any other Time.
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She had a mighty Honour, Value, and Love to the Ministry. She did not (as is common with many) Love this or that Particular Minister extravagantly, and disesteem others:
She had a mighty Honour, Valve, and Love to the Ministry. She did not (as is Common with many) Love this or that Particular Minister extravagantly, and disesteem Others:
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SHE was much taken-up in admiring Thoughts of our Lord Iesus Christ, and His Work of Redemption: And often venting the Sense of her Soul, in ardent Breathings after Him.
SHE was much taken-up in admiring Thoughts of our Lord Iesus christ, and His Work of Redemption: And often venting the Sense of her Soul, in Ardent Breathings After Him.
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There is no Corruption though more deeply rooted than others, but that in Time, by walking in the Spirit, bringing it to the Law of Christ, to the Death of Christ,
There is no Corruption though more deeply rooted than Others, but that in Time, by walking in the Spirit, bringing it to the Law of christ, to the Death of christ,
AND yet as Humble as She was, and as diffident of Her Self, She did not think Her Self excus'd from becoming Christian Resolutions in Dependence on Divine Strength.
AND yet as Humble as She was, and as diffident of Her Self, She did not think Her Self excused from becoming Christian Resolutions in Dependence on Divine Strength.
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GREAT was Her Contentedness, Resignation, Submission to the Will of GOD, and Heavenly Mindedness. Her Papers abound with pregnant Expressions, and Indications hereof.
GREAT was Her Contentedness, Resignation, Submission to the Will of GOD, and Heavenly Mindedness. Her Papers abound with pregnant Expressions, and Indications hereof.
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SHE was much in Self-Examination: And such as these, were some of the Marks and Signs whereby She try'd Her Self. 1. DO I prize Christs Righteousness? 2. DO I choose Heaven above all? 3. DO I hate all Sin? 4. AM I spirited for Duty? 5. DO I relish and prize the Things of GOD?
SHE was much in Self-Examination: And such as these, were Some of the Marks and Signs whereby She tried Her Self. 1. DO I prize Christ Righteousness? 2. DO I choose Heaven above all? 3. DO I hate all since? 4. AM I spirited for Duty? 5. DO I relish and prize the Things of GOD?
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WE should see, that we may be fit and ready for GOD's Service; and that Religion, and Religious Duties sit fitly on Us. THE Commandment finds work; the Promise finds Strength.
WE should see, that we may be fit and ready for GOD's Service; and that Religion, and Religious Duties fit fitly on Us. THE Commandment finds work; the Promise finds Strength.
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THE End of Christs Doctrine, is Practise and Exercise, and not Speculation and Discourse. NOBILITY of Birth, Honour, and all outward Delights, are to be deny'd for Christ.
THE End of Christ Doctrine, is practice and Exercise, and not Speculation and Discourse. NOBILT of Birth, Honour, and all outward Delights, Are to be denied for christ.
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and the Vigour of Her Grace, She (as is usual with the best of Christians) had Her Complaints. She thus expresseth Her Self in one of Her Papers. OH my dark Vnderstanding!
and the Vigour of Her Grace, She (as is usual with the best of Christians) had Her Complaints. She thus Expresses Her Self in one of Her Papers. O my dark Understanding!
By Reason that She would in all Probability have more Consulted Her own Benefit; and have been more useful to others, had She been more in Conversation.
By Reason that She would in all Probability have more Consulted Her own Benefit; and have been more useful to Others, had She been more in Conversation.
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assuring me 'twas more to Her Satisfaction and Content, than if Her Circumstances upon Marriage, had not only equall'd but exceeded, what according to common Course, She from Her Birth and Estate might have had Reason to have expected.
assuring me 'twas more to Her Satisfaction and Content, than if Her circumstances upon Marriage, had not only equaled but exceeded, what according to Common Course, She from Her Birth and Estate might have had Reason to have expected.
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THOUGH She had met with many Troubles, yet none ever came so near Her, as the loss of Her dearly beloved Sister, The Countess of Mountrath, a few Weeks since;
THOUGH She had met with many Troubles, yet none ever Come so near Her, as the loss of Her dearly Beloved Sister, The Countess of Mountrath, a few Weeks since;
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and then She pent up Her Grief, and would not give it vent in the usual way, which was the occasion of its over-setting Her. She was fearful of dishonouring GOD by immoderate Mourning;
and then She penned up Her Grief, and would not give it vent in the usual Way, which was the occasion of its oversetting Her. She was fearful of Dishonoring GOD by immoderate Mourning;
And this She during Her Illness, oft repeated. And GOD did indeed remarkably Guard Her; He kept Her from doubting of Her State; She retain'd Her Assurance;
And this She during Her Illness, oft repeated. And GOD did indeed remarkably Guard Her; He kept Her from doubting of Her State; She retained Her Assurance;
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or if not, may be seiz'd by some such Distemper, as though it may not remove you immediately, may yet take away all Capacity of making your Peace with GOD,
or if not, may be seized by Some such Distemper, as though it may not remove you immediately, may yet take away all Capacity of making your Peace with GOD,
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THE last Seene of our Dear Deceased Friends Life was dark and gloomy: But the Clouds are now quite blown over, the Issue was, I doubt not, glorious. GOD was Her GOD still:
THE last Seen of our Dear Deceased Friends Life was dark and gloomy: But the Clouds Are now quite blown over, the Issue was, I doubt not, glorious. GOD was Her GOD still:
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