Via lactea, or, The saints onely way to true blessedness opened in a sermon from Matth. 5, 8 : also the danger of neglecting gospel-salvation, from Heb. 2, 3 / by Thomas Cheesman ... ; with his epistle to vindicate himself from those absurdities of method and language and little less then blasphemies, with which he was abused by a mercenary pen, in the former impression.
HEre is a description of happiness, quite contrary to the expectation of Scribes and Pharises, who being strangers to the spiritual interpretation of the Law, did commonly teach their Disciples, that they need not doubt of obtaining Salvation,
Here is a description of happiness, quite contrary to the expectation of Scribes and Pharisees, who being Strangers to the spiritual Interpretation of the Law, did commonly teach their Disciples, that they need not doubt of obtaining Salvation,
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Blessed are the pure in heart, &c. though there are many persons zealous in the observation of superstitious customes, which their own fancy hath made choice of though they stand much upon clean Garments, and clean Vessels;
Blessed Are the pure in heart, etc. though there Are many Persons zealous in the observation of superstitious customs, which their own fancy hath made choice of though they stand much upon clean Garments, and clean Vessels;
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Though they do much for the purifying of the flesh, yet notwithstanding this their outward purity, they may be objects of Gods reprobating anger, they may be condemned to perish with the unbeleiving world,
Though they do much for the purifying of the Flesh, yet notwithstanding this their outward purity, they may be objects of God's reprobating anger, they may be condemned to perish with the unbelieving world,
so purity of heart doth imply an understanding free from error, a conscience void of offence towards God and towards man, a will freed from the Dominion of sin and Satan, affections clarified and refined from the dross of this present World.
so purity of heart does imply an understanding free from error, a conscience void of offence towards God and towards man, a will freed from the Dominion of since and Satan, affections clarified and refined from the dross of this present World.
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Vision is commonly put for fruition in the Scripture, so in that place, Heb. 12.14. Follow Peace and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord;
Vision is commonly put for fruition in the Scripture, so in that place, Hebrew 12.14. Follow Peace and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord;
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or else we may understand it according to the more plain and familiar signification, and thus the pure in heart shall see God, in his work of creation, they shall behold him in the beautiful frame of Heaven and earth;
or Else we may understand it according to the more plain and familiar signification, and thus the pure in heart shall see God, in his work of creation, they shall behold him in the beautiful frame of Heaven and earth;
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Fourthly, in what particulars this purity of heart will especially discover it self. I. There are many things implyed or comprehended in this purity of heart.
Fourthly, in what particulars this purity of heart will especially discover it self. I. There Are many things employed or comprehended in this purity of heart.
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civilizing morality doth onely furnish men with some sweet sented flowers, which may perfume their outward conversation, rendring it more acceptable to humane society,
civilizing morality does only furnish men with Some sweet scented flowers, which may perfume their outward Conversation, rendering it more acceptable to humane society,
Moral men commonly have a high conceit of themselves, and yet they may be abominable in the sight of God, as Solomon speaks, Prov. 30.12. There is a Generation that are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthiness;
Moral men commonly have a high conceit of themselves, and yet they may be abominable in the sighed of God, as Solomon speaks, Curae 30.12. There is a Generation that Are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthiness;
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but no true purity can be effectually produced in our inward parts, until we come to be sprinckled in the blood of Christ, Rev. 1.5. Who hath loved us and washed us from our sins in his own blood.
but no true purity can be effectually produced in our inward parts, until we come to be sprinkled in the blood of christ, Rev. 1.5. Who hath loved us and washed us from our Sins in his own blood.
We can never be clensed from our sinful abominations, until we be washed in the blood of that immaculate Lamb, which takes away the sins of the World;
We can never be cleansed from our sinful abominations, until we be washed in the blood of that immaculate Lamb, which Takes away the Sins of the World;
when the soul is brought into a state of justification, it is cloathed in the wedding Garment of Christs imputed righteousness, which is large enough to cover all its natural deformities,
when the soul is brought into a state of justification, it is clothed in the wedding Garment of Christ imputed righteousness, which is large enough to cover all its natural deformities,
therefore if ever we obtain any acceptable purity, this corrupt depraved nature must be changed; hence is that Petition of the Prophet David, which you may read in Psal. 51.10. Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. Tit. 3.5. we are said to be saved by the washing of Regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost.
Therefore if ever we obtain any acceptable purity, this corrupt depraved nature must be changed; hence is that Petition of the Prophet David, which you may read in Psalm 51.10. Create in me a clean heart, Oh God, and renew a right Spirit within me. Tit. 3.5. we Are said to be saved by the washing of Regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost.
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And the Apostle Paul likewise prays in the behalf of his Thessalonians, that they may be sanctified throughout, both in body, soul, and spirit, 1 Thes. 5.23. The soul and the spirit are here to be distinguished.
And the Apostle Paul likewise prays in the behalf of his Thessalonians, that they may be sanctified throughout, both in body, soul, and Spirit, 1 Thebes 5.23. The soul and the Spirit Are Here to be distinguished.
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the soul, that signifies the inferiour faculties of sensitive desires and affections, and the body that is the outward man, the instrument of the soul.
the soul, that signifies the inferior faculties of sensitive Desires and affections, and the body that is the outward man, the Instrument of the soul.
In the 47. of Ezek. there you read concerning the River of the Sanctuary, that is, the Doctrine of the Gospel, which is dispersed amidst the wilderness of the Gentiles;
In the 47. of Ezekiel there you read Concerning the River of the Sanctuary, that is, the Doctrine of the Gospel, which is dispersed amid the Wilderness of the Gentiles;
what gross defilement do many contract, while they let loose the raines to vile affections, and drown the masculine activity of their spirit in a loathsome pudle of sensuality!
what gross defilement do many contract, while they let lose the reins to vile affections, and drown the masculine activity of their Spirit in a loathsome puddle of sensuality!
but if it be mingled with that which is of an inferiour nature, as silver mingled with lead, such a heterogeneus mixture doth debase and impoverish it;
but if it be mingled with that which is of an inferior nature, as silver mingled with led, such a heterogeneus mixture does debase and impoverish it;
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thus when the soul of man is as I may so speak, mingled with the graces of the spirit, this makes it more Noble, exalting it to a higher degree of perfection.
thus when the soul of man is as I may so speak, mingled with the graces of the Spirit, this makes it more Noble, exalting it to a higher degree of perfection.
but that thou shouldest keep them from the evil. Fourthly, Purity of heart requireth that we should adorn our selves with purifying Graces; First, Hope, 1 Joh. 3.3. He that hath this hope, purifieth himself even as he is pure.
but that thou Shouldst keep them from the evil. Fourthly, Purity of heart requires that we should adorn our selves with purifying Graces; First, Hope, 1 John 3.3. He that hath this hope, Purifieth himself even as he is pure.
and yet their hearts are as carnal, and corrupt, as filthy, and impure as ever they were before, They may know that their faith is but a fantastick dream, or deluding shadow;
and yet their hearts Are as carnal, and corrupt, as filthy, and impure as ever they were before, They may know that their faith is but a fantastic dream, or deluding shadow;
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Faith having tied a marriage knot between Christ and the soul, layes a strong engagement upon her, to keep her self chast and pure till the approach of her glorious Bridegroom,
Faith having tied a marriage knot between christ and the soul, lays a strong engagement upon her, to keep her self chaste and pure till the approach of her glorious Bridegroom,
They that love God, will strive every day to have more and more of his likeness, of his picture they are ambitious to be beautified with the most plentiful participation of his image.
They that love God, will strive every day to have more and more of his likeness, of his picture they Are ambitious to be beautified with the most plentiful participation of his image.
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They that love God, will endeavour for such a measure of holiness and purity as may dispose and fit them to maintain a refreshing fellowship and communion with God.
They that love God, will endeavour for such a measure of holiness and purity as may dispose and fit them to maintain a refreshing fellowship and communion with God.
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You that can wallow in the fink of common profaness, without the least check or remorse of conscience, Oh! it is a sign you have not the least dram of true love to God.
You that can wallow in the fink of Common profaneness, without the least check or remorse of conscience, Oh! it is a Signen you have not the least dram of true love to God.
because they onely serve God for by-ends and self respects. Sixthly, purity of heart requireth that we should resist vain thoughts, Jerem. 4.14. Oh Jerusalem, wash thy heart from wickedness, that thou mayst be saved;
Because they only serve God for by-ends and self respects. Sixthly, purity of heart requires that we should resist vain thoughts, Jeremiah 4.14. O Jerusalem, wash thy heart from wickedness, that thou Mayest be saved;
what wickedness was this which must be washed away, lest it did hinder salvation? the holy Ghost tells you in the following words, how long shall vain thoughts lodge within thee!
what wickedness was this which must be washed away, lest it did hinder salvation? the holy Ghost tells you in the following words, how long shall vain thoughts lodge within thee!
but if they appear to be vain, idle, and impertinent, send them back to hell from whence they came, not giving them the least countenance or approbation.
but if they appear to be vain, idle, and impertinent, send them back to hell from whence they Come, not giving them the least countenance or approbation.
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1. Because without this we cannot hear the word; so as to profit by it; If the stomack be filled with corrupt matter, the most wholesome food will prove distastful;
1. Because without this we cannot hear the word; so as to profit by it; If the stomach be filled with corrupt matter, the most wholesome food will prove distasteful;
thus when the heart abounds with impurity, the most spiritual and heavenly truths that can be delivered, will scarce find any acceptable or savoury relish;
thus when the heart abounds with impurity, the most spiritual and heavenly truths that can be Delivered, will scarce find any acceptable or savoury relish;
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those which cannot feed upon the word with such sweetness, delight, satisfaction, if they would seriously examine themselves, they may possibly find that they have defiled their consciences by some secret way of sinning against God,
those which cannot feed upon the word with such sweetness, delight, satisfaction, if they would seriously examine themselves, they may possibly find that they have defiled their Consciences by Some secret Way of sinning against God,
and thats the reason why their hearts are so little affected under the Preaching of those Gospel truths, which were formerly entertained with highest esteem,
and thats the reason why their hearts Are so little affected under the Preaching of those Gospel truths, which were formerly entertained with highest esteem,
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and were thought worthy of all acceptation. 2. Without this we cannot draw nigh to God in any other Religious duties. James 4.8. Draw nigh unto God, and he will draw nigh unto you;
and were Thought worthy of all acceptation. 2. Without this we cannot draw High to God in any other Religious duties. James 4.8. Draw High unto God, and he will draw High unto you;
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How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal spirit offered himself up without spot unto God, cleanse your consciences from dead works, that you serve the living God? you cannot serve the everliving God in an acceptable manner,
How much more shall the blood of christ, who through the Eternal Spirit offered himself up without spot unto God, cleanse your Consciences from dead works, that you serve the living God? you cannot serve the everliving God in an acceptable manner,
unless your consciences be clensed from dead works, and this can onely be done by the blood of Jesus Christ, who through the eternal spirit offered himself up without spot unto God.
unless your Consciences be cleansed from dead works, and this can only be done by the blood of jesus christ, who through the Eternal Spirit offered himself up without spot unto God.
and magnifies his excellent power, working wonders amongst the children of men, this is the priviledge of those which are pure in heart, that they shall remain undaunted,
and Magnifies his excellent power, working wonders among the children of men, this is the privilege of those which Are pure in heart, that they shall remain undaunted,
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for beleive it, one sin will fill the heart with bitterness, vexation, and galling perplexity. Sin is a Jonah that raiseth storms and tempests where ever it comes.
for believe it, one since will fill the heart with bitterness, vexation, and galling perplexity. since is a Jonah that Raiseth storms and tempests where ever it comes.
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Those that live after the flesh, wallowing in all impurity, 'tis strange, that they should cheat themselves with such confident expectation of future blessedness;
Those that live After the Flesh, wallowing in all impurity, it's strange, that they should cheat themselves with such confident expectation of future blessedness;
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The new Jerusalem is, Civitas Sancta, gloriosa, tota ex auro, tota gemmis et margaritis decorata, (as Zanchy speaks) Consider that magnificent description of this City, which is laid down in the Revelation, and then judge whether Goats and Swine are fit to be admitted to be its Inhabitants:
The new Jerusalem is, Civitas Sancta, gloriosa, tota ex auro, tota Gemis et Margaritis decorata, (as Zanchy speaks) Consider that magnificent description of this city, which is laid down in the Revelation, and then judge whither Goats and Swine Are fit to be admitted to be its Inhabitants:
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as for profane persons, however they may flatter themselves with vain hopes, yet while they continue in sin, every leafe almost in the Bible, stands as a flaming sword to keep them out of Paradise.
as for profane Persons, however they may flatter themselves with vain hope's, yet while they continue in since, every leaf almost in the bible, Stands as a flaming sword to keep them out of Paradise.
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In the last place, We should labour to get purity of heart, because the very life of Christianity doth consist in this. In 1 Peter 3.21. Baptisme also now saveth, (not the putting away the filth of the flesh, but the answer of a good conscience towards God.) We must consider whether grace have enabled us to answer those solemn engagements, which our baptismal Covenant laid upon us;
In the last place, We should labour to get purity of heart, Because the very life of Christianity does consist in this. In 1 Peter 3.21. Baptism also now Saveth, (not the putting away the filth of the Flesh, but the answer of a good conscience towards God.) We must Consider whither grace have enabled us to answer those solemn engagements, which our baptismal Covenant laid upon us;
it is inward washing which doth principally denominate a Christian. Thus much for the reasons and motives, stirring up to labour after purity of heart.
it is inward washing which does principally denominate a Christian. Thus much for the Reasons and motives, stirring up to labour After purity of heart.
and things of an heavenly nature, this would mightily encrease the purity of it. Secondly, Attend upon the word, John 15.3. Now you are clean, saith Christ to his Disciples, through the word that I have spoken unto you. So Psal. 119.9. Wherewith shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed according to thy word.
and things of an heavenly nature, this would mightily increase the purity of it. Secondly, Attend upon the word, John 15.3. Now you Are clean, Says christ to his Disciples, through the word that I have spoken unto you. So Psalm 119.9. Wherewith shall a young man cleanse his Way? by taking heed according to thy word.
no, but except a man be born of water and the spirit, that is, of the spirit that resembles water, compared to water for its cleansing vertue and efficacy;
no, but except a man be born of water and the Spirit, that is, of the Spirit that resembles water, compared to water for its cleansing virtue and efficacy;
John speaking concerning Christ, One cometh after me, greater then I, whose Shoe Latchets I am not worthy to unloose, he shall baptise you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire;
John speaking Concerning christ, One comes After me, greater then I, whose Shoe Latchets I am not worthy to unloose, he shall baptise you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire;
and honey without sweetness, as that saving grace should be rooted in the heart, and not bring forth the fruits of holiness in the life, Mat. 5.16. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorifie your Father which is in Heaven;
and honey without sweetness, as that Saving grace should be rooted in the heart, and not bring forth the fruits of holiness in the life, Mathew 5.16. Let your Light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and Glorify your Father which is in Heaven;
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and spends it self upon the things of the World? the words are still sutable to that treasure which is laid up in the heart, Mat. 12.35. A good man out of the good treasure of the heart, bringeth forth good things;
and spends it self upon the things of the World? the words Are still suitable to that treasure which is laid up in the heart, Mathew 12.35. A good man out of the good treasure of the heart, brings forth good things;
and an evil man out of the evil treasure, bringeth forth evil things. Fourthly, They that are endued with purity of heart, labour for purity of worship;
and an evil man out of the evil treasure, brings forth evil things. Fourthly, They that Are endued with purity of heart, labour for purity of worship;
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tis the coruption and uncleanness of mens spirits, which makes them so violently contend for, and obstinately addicted to the observation of Idolatrous customes.
this the corruption and uncleanness of men's spirits, which makes them so violently contend for, and obstinately addicted to the observation of Idolatrous customs.
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THe Apostle had told us, in the foregoing verse, that if the word which was spoken by the Angels, that is, the Law which was published upon Mount Sinai, by the subordinate administration of Angels:
THe Apostle had told us, in the foregoing verse, that if the word which was spoken by the Angels, that is, the Law which was published upon Mount Sinai, by the subordinate administration of Angels:
Namely, Doct. That those which go on in the final neglect of that Salvation which is offered and held forth in the Gospel, they must unavoidably perish.
Namely, Doct. That those which go on in the final neglect of that Salvation which is offered and held forth in the Gospel, they must avoidable perish.
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as if he had said, Let not your hearts be troubled, let not your spirits sink under a load of discouraging fears, do not fall into the hands of unbeliefe;
as if he had said, Let not your hearts be troubled, let not your spirits sink under a load of discouraging fears, do not fallen into the hands of unbelief;
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When the Israelites murmured against God in the Wilderness for want of food, why saith the Psalmist, They trusted not in his salvation, they believed not in God,
When the Israelites murmured against God in the Wilderness for want of food, why Says the Psalmist, They trusted not in his salvation, they believed not in God,
that is, They trusted not in that wonderful providence of God which would certainly make a provision for them in their wants and difficulties, had they but patience to wait for it.
that is, They trusted not in that wondered providence of God which would Certainly make a provision for them in their Wants and difficulties, had they but patience to wait for it.
whom shall I fear? so in Luke 2.30. they are the words of Simeon, Now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, verse 30. for mine eyes have seen thy salvation, that is, I have beheld him that shall be the Author of salvation both to the Jews and to the Gentiles.
whom shall I Fear? so in Lycia 2.30. they Are the words of Simeon, Now Lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, verse 30. for mine eyes have seen thy salvation, that is, I have beheld him that shall be the Author of salvation both to the jews and to the Gentiles.
Fourthly, Salvation is taken for that state of Glory and perfect Blessedness which the soules of Gods people shall enter upon immediately after the dissolution of their bodies.
Fourthly, Salvation is taken for that state of Glory and perfect Blessedness which the Souls of God's people shall enter upon immediately After the dissolution of their bodies.
Thus you have it in Heb. 1.14. speaking there conc rning the Angels, Are they not all ministring spirits sent forth that they may minister for those which shall be the heirs of salvation? the heirs of salvation, that is, the heirs of future Glory.
Thus you have it in Hebrew 1.14. speaking there Conc rning the Angels, are they not all ministering spirits sent forth that they may minister for those which shall be the Heirs of salvation? the Heirs of salvation, that is, the Heirs of future Glory.
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And Lastly, Salvation is sometimes Metonymically taken for the doctrine of the Gospel, because that is the only way which God hath ordinarily appointed for the salvation of his rational creatures.
And Lastly, Salvation is sometime Metonymically taken for the Doctrine of the Gospel, Because that is the only Way which God hath ordinarily appointed for the salvation of his rational creatures.
What would all the preferments the world can give, avail us if after the enjoyment of all, our souls should be swallowed up in a gulf of remediless torment? I tell you,
What would all the preferments the world can give, avail us if After the enjoyment of all, our Souls should be swallowed up in a gulf of remediless torment? I tell you,
and there is ground for it in the word of God, that the loathsome toad and the venemous snake, they are in a better condition than the highest unsanctified Monarch upon the earth who shall be condemned to have his portion in this present life.
and there is ground for it in the word of God, that the loathsome toad and the venomous snake, they Are in a better condition than the highest unsanctified Monarch upon the earth who shall be condemned to have his portion in this present life.
are you not infinitely much more engaged to set an high esteem upon the Gospel which God hath appointed to be the only instrument for the saving of your souls? Why, our time is here spent to very little purpose,
Are you not infinitely much more engaged to Set an high esteem upon the Gospel which God hath appointed to be the only Instrument for the Saving of your Souls? Why, our time is Here spent to very little purpose,
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We live here in vain unless that short time which is allotted for us to continue here upon the earth, be wisely improved to prepare us for an everlasting enjoyment of God in heaven;
We live Here in vain unless that short time which is allotted for us to continue Here upon the earth, be wisely improved to prepare us for an everlasting enjoyment of God in heaven;
Those which lay out all their care to cherish frail perishing bodies, and in the mean time neglect their soules, they goe the ready way to plunge both body and soul in everlasting ruine.
Those which lay out all their care to cherish frail perishing bodies, and in the mean time neglect their Souls, they go the ready Way to plunge both body and soul in everlasting ruin.
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For oh sinner, dost thou not know, that at the Resurrection thy body shall be in the same condition with thy soul? when they are reunited together, they must be both companions in joy, or companions in torment.
For o sinner, dost thou not know, that At the Resurrection thy body shall be in the same condition with thy soul? when they Are Reunited together, they must be both Sodales in joy, or Sodales in torment.
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But, when the care which we lay out upon our bodies, is nothing, if compared with the care which we lay out upon our soules, we go the ready way to save both, to make both eternally happy;
But, when the care which we lay out upon our bodies, is nothing, if compared with the care which we lay out upon our Souls, we go the ready Way to save both, to make both eternally happy;
No person hath so much run upon the score of divine justice, but the Gospel can bring him acquainted with a Surety which is able to discharge his debt, and pay the utmost farthing.
No person hath so much run upon the score of divine Justice, but the Gospel can bring him acquainted with a Surety which is able to discharge his debt, and pay the utmost farthing.
Those which for many years together have continued slaves to the Prince of darkness, those which have spent the flower of their age, in the service of sin,
Those which for many Years together have continued slaves to the Prince of darkness, those which have spent the flower of their age, in the service of since,
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and making provision for their lusts, those that have trifled away their time, that have abused the patience of God, that have trampled under foot the riches of his goodness, that have resisted the work of grace,
and making provision for their Lustiest, those that have trifled away their time, that have abused the patience of God, that have trampled under foot the riches of his Goodness, that have resisted the work of grace,
how they may have their persons justified, and their natures sanctified, that they may be made meet to be partakers of an inheritance with the saints in light.
how they may have their Persons justified, and their nature's sanctified, that they may be made meet to be partakers of an inheritance with the Saints in Light.
why, here in this Salvation the riches of his wisdome are discovered, his justice is satisfied, his grace and love are exalted, his mercy sparkles forth to the greatest advantage.
why, Here in this Salvation the riches of his Wisdom Are discovered, his Justice is satisfied, his grace and love Are exalted, his mercy sparkles forth to the greatest advantage.
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This is the salvation concerning our soules, being bestowed upon the greatest sinners, having a great price laid down to purchase it, comprehending great benefits, bringing great glory to the name of God,
This is the salvation Concerning our Souls, being bestowed upon the greatest Sinners, having a great price laid down to purchase it, comprehending great benefits, bringing great glory to the name of God,
whosoever lives in the practice of any known sin, in a state of open rebellion against God, presuming to out-face the Sun of Gospel light, (Oh that God would powerfully speak to his heart,
whosoever lives in the practice of any known since, in a state of open rebellion against God, presuming to outface the Sun of Gospel Light, (O that God would powerfully speak to his heart,
then when they will not give up themselves to be ruled and governed by it? when they will not suffer it to have any transforming or reforming efficacy upon their hearts,
then when they will not give up themselves to be ruled and governed by it? when they will not suffer it to have any transforming or reforming efficacy upon their hearts,
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why yet he will not be prevailed upon, to break off his revelling courses. Though Ministers would fain perswade the covetous wretch to seek after the Kingdome of God,
why yet he will not be prevailed upon, to break off his reveling courses. Though Ministers would fain persuade the covetous wretch to seek After the Kingdom of God,
Cyprian brings the Heathens in his days, thus upbraiding the Christians, Quare in ore semper evangelium, evangelium, cum tua vita ab evangelii praeceptis discrepat?
Cyprian brings the heathens in his days, thus upbraiding the Christians, Quare in over semper evangelium, evangelium, cum tua vita ab Evangelii praeceptis discrepat?
Why is the Gospel so much in their lips, when there is nothing of Gospel purity that appears in their lives? Why? you may be sure that Ministers were not sent that they should be as musical Instruments to gratifie the ears of the people with pleasant sounds,
Why is the Gospel so much in their lips, when there is nothing of Gospel purity that appears in their lives? Why? you may be sure that Ministers were not sent that they should be as musical Instruments to gratify the ears of the people with pleasant sounds,
when they count it a burthen to be engaged in meditating upon them, when they will not consider nor allow the Gospel any room in their serious thoughts,
when they count it a burden to be engaged in meditating upon them, when they will not Consider nor allow the Gospel any room in their serious thoughts,
what will become of those men? do they not think that they shall taste of Death as well as others? and then how can they look their Judge in the face? I beseech you sinners, take notice of the indispensible necessity that lies upon you to practice the duty of consideration.
what will become of those men? do they not think that they shall taste of Death as well as Others? and then how can they look their Judge in the face? I beseech you Sinners, take notice of the indispensible necessity that lies upon you to practice the duty of consideration.
Is Christ before you, is grace and a crown of glory before you, and will you not consider? why is Death ready to seize upon you, is the judge at the door,
Is christ before you, is grace and a crown of glory before you, and will you not Consider? why is Death ready to seize upon you, is the judge At the door,
and yet will ye not consider? why, have you any better things to consider upon then the Gospel doth afford? what is not a God and a Christ, is not the state of your souls worth the considering upon? why, Crowns,
and yet will you not Consider? why, have you any better things to Consider upon then the Gospel does afford? what is not a God and a christ, is not the state of your Souls worth the considering upon? why, Crowns,
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you have a dark understanding to be enlightned, an hard heart to be softned, a stubborn will to be subdued, defiled affections that must be cleansed, strong corruptions that must be mortified, violent temptations that must be resisted,
you have a dark understanding to be enlightened, an hard heart to be softened, a stubborn will to be subdued, defiled affections that must be cleansed, strong corruptions that must be mortified, violent temptations that must be resisted,
and slothful negligence? why, doth not the Scripture tell you that if you will be saved, you must strive to enter in at the straight gate? for many shall seek to enter and shall not be able;
and slothful negligence? why, does not the Scripture tell you that if you will be saved, you must strive to enter in At the straight gate? for many shall seek to enter and shall not be able;
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you must wrestle with Principalities and Powers, so run that you may obtain, and fight the good fight of faith, that you may lay hold upon eternal life;
you must wrestle with Principalities and Powers, so run that you may obtain, and fight the good fight of faith, that you may lay hold upon Eternal life;
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that they should go to bed late, and rise early, and eat the bread of carefulness, as if they never could take too much pains for the getting of earthly riches!
that they should go to Bed late, and rise early, and eat the bred of carefulness, as if they never could take too much pains for the getting of earthly riches!
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though Ministers do cloath their matter in the plainest and most familiar expressions, yet they hear all as if the discourse were delivered in an unknown language.
though Ministers do cloth their matter in the Plainest and most familiar expressions, yet they hear all as if the discourse were Delivered in an unknown language.
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though they have a competent measure of knowledge, yet they do not believe the Gospel of Christ to be true, they dont heartily believe that tis the word of God,
though they have a competent measure of knowledge, yet they do not believe the Gospel of christ to be true, they doubt heartily believe that this the word of God,
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though perhaps with their tongues they may profess to believe as well as others, least they should be shamed by the company with whom they converse yet in their hearts they have no stedfast perswasion concerning the truth of these things;
though perhaps with their tongues they may profess to believe as well as Others, lest they should be shamed by the company with whom they converse yet in their hearts they have no steadfast persuasion Concerning the truth of these things;
If a person goes aside to consider about the matters of his salvation, presently some worldly business or other steps in and interrupteth his thoughts.
If a person Goes aside to Consider about the matters of his salvation, presently Some worldly business or other steps in and interrupteth his thoughts.
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For first, there is much of God and Christ in the Gospel, there are thousands, amongst the glorified saints and Angels, blessing the Name of God for ever for that which they met withal in the preaching of the word;
For First, there is much of God and christ in the Gospel, there Are thousands, among the glorified Saints and Angels, blessing the Name of God for ever for that which they met withal in the preaching of the word;
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therefore the sin of the fallen Angels was the greater, because committed in a place, where God was pleased to make speciall and extraordinary discoveries of his presence;
Therefore the since of the fallen Angels was the greater, Because committed in a place, where God was pleased to make special and extraordinary discoveries of his presence;
Those that live under the faithful and powerful dispensations of the Gospel, let them know that they enjoy the greatest priviledge, which they are capable of receiving in this life.
Those that live under the faithful and powerful dispensations of the Gospel, let them know that they enjoy the greatest privilege, which they Are capable of receiving in this life.
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and the Elements melt with fervent heat, when all the beauty and bravery of the World, shall sink into a bed of ashes? what would many a man give to know how he shall speed then? why, the Gospel tells you;
and the Elements melt with fervent heat, when all the beauty and bravery of the World, shall sink into a Bed of Ashes? what would many a man give to know how he shall speed then? why, the Gospel tells you;
Fifthly, All that neglect the Gospel, they are near to a curse, &c. There is a clear place for it in Heb. 6.7, 8. The Earth which drinketh in the rain, that cometh oft upon it,
Fifthly, All that neglect the Gospel, they Are near to a curse, etc. There is a clear place for it in Hebrew 6.7, 8. The Earth which Drinketh in the rain, that comes oft upon it,
then endeavour to receive the Preaching of the Gospel, as Christ hath appointed; receive with meekness that ingrafted word which is able to save your souls.
then endeavour to receive the Preaching of the Gospel, as christ hath appointed; receive with meekness that ingrafted word which is able to save your Souls.
1. Receive it with reverence and attention, as those which must give an account to the Lord of Glory for every Sermon which 〈 … 〉. 2. Receive it with thankfulness;
1. Receive it with Reverence and attention, as those which must give an account to the Lord of Glory for every Sermon which 〈 … 〉. 2. Receive it with thankfulness;
