Many and various are the outward Forms by which Professors are unhappily distinguished, pleasing themselves with different Superstructures upon the same supposed Foundation;
Many and various Are the outward Forms by which Professors Are unhappily distinguished, pleasing themselves with different Superstructures upon the same supposed Foundation;
The Text speaks of the Nativity, or first Original of a Christian, and derives his Descent from above, from Heaven, from God, from the Holy Spirit; this is very high;
The Text speaks of the Nativity, or First Original of a Christian, and derives his Descent from above, from Heaven, from God, from the Holy Spirit; this is very high;
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the essential Properties of that Nature in which we live, must needs be owned by us, they are in us, they are of us, bone of our bone, and flesh of our flesh; they are our very selves;
the essential Properties of that Nature in which we live, must needs be owned by us, they Are in us, they Are of us, bone of our bone, and Flesh of our Flesh; they Are our very selves;
so 'tis with the heart of a Man, describe it as it is, in its present Actings, Motions, Principles and Inclinations, 'twill fall in with you to a tittle.
so it's with the heart of a Man, describe it as it is, in its present Actings, Motions, Principles and Inclinations, it'll fallen in with you to a tittle.
I would not speak a word, and I hope God will so guide me, that I shall not utter any thing concerning this new Birth, which falls not under the experience of the weakest Christian who is really born of God:
I would not speak a word, and I hope God will so guide me, that I shall not utter any thing Concerning this new Birth, which falls not under the experience of the Weakest Christian who is really born of God:
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as they are laid down in the Scriptures, whether we are understood, or not understood. Preachers do only explain the Object, they cannot enlighten the Faculty;
as they Are laid down in the Scriptures, whither we Are understood, or not understood. Preachers do only explain the Object, they cannot enlighten the Faculty;
I cannot bespeak your Attention by a stronger Argument than that in my Text, Except a man be born again, he cannot, &c. That which the Word of God so plainly puts as a bar to our entrance into the Kingdom of God, we are all concerned to see that bar removed, who have any hope of entring into that Kingdom.
I cannot bespeak your Attention by a Stronger Argument than that in my Text, Except a man be born again, he cannot, etc. That which the Word of God so plainly puts as a bar to our Entrance into the Kingdom of God, we Are all concerned to see that bar removed, who have any hope of entering into that Kingdom.
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Give me leave to reason with you out of the Scriptures about this great Point of Regeneration: Some place it in that which a mere natural man may pretend unto;
Give me leave to reason with you out of the Scriptures about this great Point of Regeneration: some place it in that which a mere natural man may pretend unto;
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passing over the whole Mystery of the Gospel, they construe the Word of God by Reason, bringing down all spiritual Expressions to the level of Man's Understanding:
passing over the Whole Mystery of the Gospel, they construe the Word of God by Reason, bringing down all spiritual Expressions to the level of Man's Understanding:
'tis not the manner of men to speak so, to cloath their natural Notions with such Phrases and Words (peculiar only to the Scriptures) as do not at all symbolize with any mere humane conception,
it's not the manner of men to speak so, to cloth their natural Notions with such Phrases and Words (peculiar only to the Scriptures) as do not At all symbolise with any mere humane conception,
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if not, then farewel all Revealed Religion, it seems nothing is revealed in Scripture but mere words, Natural Theology is the thing into which all Scripture must be interpreted;
if not, then farewell all Revealed Religion, it seems nothing is revealed in Scripture but mere words, Natural Theology is the thing into which all Scripture must be interpreted;
God's Words are too big for our sense, and our sense too low and mean to fill up such high Expressions which can never by any rule of speech be brought down and contracted to so narrow a signification;
God's Words Are too big for our sense, and our sense too low and mean to fill up such high Expressions which can never by any Rule of speech be brought down and contracted to so narrow a signification;
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And Christs earnestness in asserting the truth of what he laies down so positively, ver. 3. under a solemn Asseveration, that it was certainly so, should have led Nicodemus to the belief of what Christ affirmed;
And Christ earnestness in asserting the truth of what he lays down so positively, ver. 3. under a solemn Asseveration, that it was Certainly so, should have led Nicodemus to the belief of what christ affirmed;
Nicodemus applies all that Christ said, to natural Generation, mistakes the Mystery of the new Birth, not comparing Spiritual things with Spiritual, but with Natural.
Nicodemus Applies all that christ said, to natural Generation, mistakes the Mystery of the new Birth, not comparing Spiritual things with Spiritual, but with Natural.
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though never so often repeated, 'tis still the same thing done the same way by entring the second time, &c. And how can a man be born when he is old? But, suppose there were such a thing as a natural Regeneration in Nicodemus 's Sense;
though never so often repeated, it's still the same thing done the same Way by entering the second time, etc. And how can a man be born when he is old? But, suppose there were such a thing as a natural Regeneration in Nicodemus is Sense;
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this would not mend the matter in making us more fit for Heaven, for we should be sent again into the World, in the same corrupt Nature as we had before;
this would not mend the matter in making us more fit for Heaven, for we should be sent again into the World, in the same corrupt Nature as we had before;
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they count it absurd to call upon grown baptized Persons, especially old Men and Women, to labour after a Regeneration; that they think is past and over long ago, when they were baptized.
they count it absurd to call upon grown baptised Persons, especially old Men and Women, to labour After a Regeneration; that they think is past and over long ago, when they were baptised.
Observe, None but a regenerate Person understands the true nature of Regeneration. Others can never reach it, because they don't feel it in themselves;
Observe, None but a regenerate Person understands the true nature of Regeneration. Others can never reach it, Because they don't feel it in themselves;
Regeneration, Renovation, New Creation, Conversion, are Synonimous terms in Scripture, and do all signify the same thing, do all imply the Corruption of Mans Nature, that produceth nothing but what is like it self;
Regeneration, Renovation, New Creation, Conversion, Are Synonymous terms in Scripture, and do all signify the same thing, do all imply the Corruption of men Nature, that Produceth nothing but what is like it self;
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the Scripture calls for a new Birth, a new Creation after the Image of God, that Man may be enabled to do good, created in Christ Iesus unto good works, Ephes. 2. 10. Baptism is the Sign and Symbol of Regeneration, and does imply the thing it self,
the Scripture calls for a new Birth, a new Creation After the Image of God, that Man may be enabled to do good, created in christ Iesus unto good works, Ephesians 2. 10. Baptism is the Signen and Symbol of Regeneration, and does imply the thing it self,
Secondly, From the filth of sin by the Spirit of Christ, 1 Cor. 6. 11. 1 Cor. 12. 13. This is commonly called Regeneration, Tit. 3. 5. Ioh. 3. 4 Born of water, this is baptism unto sanctification, Rom. 6. 3, 4. Col. 2. 12. These two internal Washings are always joyned together, 1 Cor. 6. 11. the one perfect, the other imperfect;
Secondly, From the filth of since by the Spirit of christ, 1 Cor. 6. 11. 1 Cor. 12. 13. This is commonly called Regeneration, Tit. 3. 5. John 3. 4 Born of water, this is Baptism unto sanctification, Rom. 6. 3, 4. Col. 2. 12. These two internal Washings Are always joined together, 1 Cor. 6. 11. the one perfect, the other imperfect;
the renewing of our Nature supposes a union to Christ, an ingrafting into him, who is the Root that bears us, communicating all spiritual virtue and sap to those Branches that are vitally joined to him.
the renewing of our Nature supposes a Union to christ, an engrafting into him, who is the Root that bears us, communicating all spiritual virtue and sap to those Branches that Are vitally joined to him.
In Regeneration there is a supernatural form of true holiness impressed upon the Soul, that the preternatural form of sin and ungodliness brought in by the Devil, may be abolished;
In Regeneration there is a supernatural from of true holiness impressed upon the Soul, that the preternatural from of since and ungodliness brought in by the devil, may be abolished;
nothing that is physically natural, is abolished by Regeneration, which takes not away any natural faculty or affection of the Soul, only sets them upon right Objects.
nothing that is physically natural, is abolished by Regeneration, which Takes not away any natural faculty or affection of the Soul, only sets them upon right Objects.
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we are born of God, Iohn 1. 13. This is caused by God's quickning of us, Eph. 2. 5. in and through our union to Christ by faith, who is our life, a quickning Spirit in us,
we Are born of God, John 1. 13. This is caused by God's quickening of us, Ephesians 2. 5. in and through our Union to christ by faith, who is our life, a quickening Spirit in us,
This new life appears most in the Will, by its real tendency towards God, Phil. 2. 13. Where you see the will of a man turned to God and Christ, you may be confident God hath been at work in that Soul;
This new life appears most in the Will, by its real tendency towards God, Philip 2. 13. Where you see the will of a man turned to God and christ, you may be confident God hath been At work in that Soul;
this great quickning work of Regeneration usually appears first in the Will, in the gracious motions and inclinations of the will of man towards God and Christ;
this great quickening work of Regeneration usually appears First in the Will, in the gracious motions and inclinations of the will of man towards God and christ;
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there may be an illumination of the Mind, without any conversion of the Will; the darkness of the Understanding is sooner removed, than the corruption of the Will;
there may be an illumination of the Mind, without any conversion of the Will; the darkness of the Understanding is sooner removed, than the corruption of the Will;
and when the Father has drawn the Will to that act of faith, repentance is always joined with it, Acts 19. 4. Mark 1. 15. Faith principally respects Christ,
and when the Father has drawn the Will to that act of faith, Repentance is always joined with it, Acts 19. 4. Mark 1. 15. Faith principally respects christ,
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but Repentance is towards God himself, whom we have offended by our sins, Acts 20. 21. therefore Repentance turns us into the Will of God, seeks to please him, by doing only what he approves of, Works meet for repentance, Acts 26. 20. These Works are an effect of Gospel-repentance, that flows from faith in Christ.
but Repentance is towards God himself, whom we have offended by our Sins, Acts 20. 21. Therefore Repentance turns us into the Will of God, seeks to please him, by doing only what he approves of, Works meet for Repentance, Acts 26. 20. These Works Are an Effect of Gospel repentance, that flows from faith in christ.
a Sinner cannot easily perswade himself that he is reconciled to God in Christ, before he finds in himself that he hath left those sins that separated him from God.
a Sinner cannot Easily persuade himself that he is reconciled to God in christ, before he finds in himself that he hath left those Sins that separated him from God.
and that which makes him so, is Regeneration; before that, an unregenerate person is called an old man, the old man is distinct from our selves as men;
and that which makes him so, is Regeneration; before that, an unregenerate person is called an old man, the old man is distinct from our selves as men;
it implies a change of state, and a change of nature, the foundation of both is laid in our Regeneration, by virtue of our incorporation into Christ, who of God is made unto us righteousness and sanctification;
it Implies a change of state, and a change of nature, the Foundation of both is laid in our Regeneration, by virtue of our incorporation into christ, who of God is made unto us righteousness and sanctification;
Set the Righteousness of Christ against the greatness of your sins, and against all the Imperfections of your own Righteousness, raise up your thoughts in a high esteem of this Righteousness of Christ.
Set the Righteousness of christ against the greatness of your Sins, and against all the Imperfections of your own Righteousness, raise up your thoughts in a high esteem of this Righteousness of christ.
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'tis not so among men, for this is another peculiar property of Regeneration: They who have power to become the Children of God, they are born of God; adopted, and yet born; born, and yet adopted;
it's not so among men, for this is Another peculiar property of Regeneration: They who have power to become the Children of God, they Are born of God; adopted, and yet born; born, and yet adopted;
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so that it pleaseth God the Father, by all the ways of Nature, of Art, of civil Custom among men, to set forth his Love by a natural generation, or being born.
so that it Pleases God the Father, by all the ways of Nature, of Art, of civil Custom among men, to Set forth his Love by a natural generation, or being born.
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'Tis a natural thing among men to be born, but adoption is a civil instituted thing, a thing of prudence and custom among men, it is brought in by Man:
It's a natural thing among men to be born, but adoption is a civil instituted thing, a thing of prudence and custom among men, it is brought in by Man:
yet the greatest part of mankind carry themselves so, as if they would only make the World believe they shall be saved, not as if they were under any real hope,
yet the greatest part of mankind carry themselves so, as if they would only make the World believe they shall be saved, not as if they were under any real hope,
viz. 1. The Author of Regeneration. 2. The Subjects of Regeneration. 3. The Means of Regeneration. 4. The Manner of Regeneration, how it is wrought and carried on in the Soul. 5. The Time of Regeneration. 6. The End of Regeneration. 7. The Scripture-marks and signs of Regeneration. 8. The Application of the whole. 1. The Author of Regeneration:
viz. 1. The Author of Regeneration. 2. The Subject's of Regeneration. 3. The Means of Regeneration. 4. The Manner of Regeneration, how it is wrought and carried on in the Soul. 5. The Time of Regeneration. 6. The End of Regeneration. 7. The Scripture marks and Signs of Regeneration. 8. The Application of the Whole. 1. The Author of Regeneration:
all that is called God, is concerned in Man's Regeneration. God the Father is said to beget us, 1 Pet. 1. 3. We are said to be Created in Christ Iesus unto good works, Eph. 2. 10. To be in him, even in his Son Iesus Christ, 1 Joh. 5. 20. to be born os the spirit, Joh. 3. 5. All the persons of the Trinity have a joint agency in this work of our Regeneration, &c. Page 1. And great is the efficacy of Three such concurring, total Causes of the same kind;
all that is called God, is concerned in Man's Regeneration. God the Father is said to beget us, 1 Pet. 1. 3. We Are said to be Created in christ Iesus unto good works, Ephesians 2. 10. To be in him, even in his Son Iesus christ, 1 John 5. 20. to be born os the Spirit, John 3. 5. All the Persons of the Trinity have a joint agency in this work of our Regeneration, etc. Page 1. And great is the efficacy of Three such concurring, total Causes of the same kind;
God is wonderful in counsel, and excellent in working, Isa. 28. 29. We are in his hands, as clay in the hand of the potter, Jer. 18 6. He can make us Vessels of Honour if he please;
God is wondered in counsel, and excellent in working, Isaiah 28. 29. We Are in his hands, as clay in the hand of the potter, Jer. 18 6. He can make us Vessels of Honour if he please;
Iames 1. 18. His abundant mercy and loving kindness, 1 Pet. 1. 3. Tit. 3. 4, 5. Ephes. 2. 4, 5. We should be much affected with the Love of God in our Regeneration: God stands in the relation of a Father to all who are begotten by him.
James 1. 18. His abundant mercy and loving kindness, 1 Pet. 1. 3. Tit. 3. 4, 5. Ephesians 2. 4, 5. We should be much affected with the Love of God in our Regeneration: God Stands in the Relation of a Father to all who Are begotten by him.
1. He is the Father of Christ, the Second person in the Trinity, Psal. 2. 7. whose Generation is Eternal, who can declare it? Isa. 53. 8. It is the profound object of our Faith, grounded upon Divine Revelation.
1. He is the Father of christ, the Second person in the Trinity, Psalm 2. 7. whose Generation is Eternal, who can declare it? Isaiah 53. 8. It is the profound Object of our Faith, grounded upon Divine Revelation.
Tho God does greatly delight in his beloved Son, loves to see the brightness of his own glory shining out in Christ the express Image of his Person;
Though God does greatly delight in his Beloved Son, loves to see the brightness of his own glory shining out in christ the express Image of his Person;
but many Brethren are to follow ( Rom. 8. 29. ) to be added to the Lord, as the Phrase is, Acts 5. 14. God loves to see the number of his Children encreasing; to see his Family enlarged.
but many Brothers Are to follow (Rom. 8. 29.) to be added to the Lord, as the Phrase is, Acts 5. 14. God loves to see the number of his Children increasing; to see his Family enlarged.
Under this consideration Paul bows his Knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, of whom the whole Family in Heaven and Earth is named, Ephes. 3. 14, 15. With what reverence doth Paul draw nigh to this great Father? I told you but now, that God glories in Christ his first begotten Son;
Under this consideration Paul bows his Knees unto the Father of our Lord jesus christ, of whom the Whole Family in Heaven and Earth is nam, Ephesians 3. 14, 15. With what Reverence does Paul draw High to this great Father? I told you but now, that God Glories in christ his First begotten Son;
the fulness of the Godhead is in none but Christ, yet the fulness of God is in all the Saints, Ephes. 3. 19. they are not shut out from any of the communicable Attributes of God,
the fullness of the Godhead is in none but christ, yet the fullness of God is in all the Saints, Ephesians 3. 19. they Are not shut out from any of the communicable Attributes of God,
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we are in Christ according to his infinite capacity, and therefore are perfectly justified by the infinite merit of his perfect Righteousness imputed to us:
we Are in christ according to his infinite capacity, and Therefore Are perfectly justified by the infinite merit of his perfect Righteousness imputed to us:
And have not the Saints reason to glory in it also? But alas, how do Men please themselves with their Rich Relations, Great Families, they are Nobly descended? But I must tell you, all Nations are of one Blood,
And have not the Saints reason to glory in it also? But alas, how do Men please themselves with their Rich Relations, Great Families, they Are Nobly descended? But I must tell you, all nations Are of one Blood,
To stir you up to a holy ambition after this new birth, do but consider the Father of the Family, the great God of Heaven and Earth, blessed for ever, the Father of Mercies,
To stir you up to a holy ambition After this new birth, do but Consider the Father of the Family, the great God of Heaven and Earth, blessed for ever, the Father of mercies,
His Name is Wonderful, Counsellor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace, Isa. 9. 6, 7. You see how the Dignity and Majesty of his Person is described.
His Name is Wondered, Counsellor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace, Isaiah 9. 6, 7. You see how the Dignity and Majesty of his Person is described.
I insist the more upon this, because I am perswaded, discourses of your Heavenly Father must needs be very pleasing to you who are his Children, whom should Children hear of with more delight,
I insist the more upon this, Because I am persuaded, discourses of your Heavenly Father must needs be very pleasing to you who Are his Children, whom should Children hear of with more delight,
than of their Father that begat them? Be not cast down at any thing that offends you here below, you have a Father in Heaven who takes care of you, numbers the hairs of your heads, will interest himself in your smallest concerns,
than of their Father that begat them? Be not cast down At any thing that offends you Here below, you have a Father in Heaven who Takes care of you, numbers the hairs of your Heads, will Interest himself in your Smallest concerns,
but when once the New Nature begins to stir, when a Spirit of Adoption begins to breathe in us, 'twill carry us out by a secret instinct to God as to a Father; Nature works powerfully;
but when once the New Nature begins to stir, when a Spirit of Adoption begins to breathe in us, it'll carry us out by a secret instinct to God as to a Father; Nature works powerfully;
Though some unregenerate Persons may be within the Election of God, yet the Scripture speaks of them according to their present state, calls them Aliens, Strangers, Foreigners:
Though Some unregenerate Persons may be within the Election of God, yet the Scripture speaks of them according to their present state, calls them Aliens, Strangers, Foreigners:
Could we conceive aright of our Covenant-relation to God, and keep our thoughts working upon it, it would afford an Argument to us, where all other Arguments fail;
Could we conceive aright of our Covenant relation to God, and keep our thoughts working upon it, it would afford an Argument to us, where all other Arguments fail;
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a Mother may forget her Child, — but the Lord is gracious and full of Compassion, Psal. 145. 8. There is a greater fulness of Compassion in our Heavenly Father, than in our Natural Parents;
a Mother may forget her Child, — but the Lord is gracious and full of Compassion, Psalm 145. 8. There is a greater fullness of Compassion in our Heavenly Father, than in our Natural Parents;
to be born of spirit, Joh. 3. 6. To be a new lump, 1 Cor. 5. 7. New creatures, 2 Cor. 5. 17. To have Christ formed in us, Gal. 4. 19. To be quickned, Ephes. 2. 1. Baptized with the Holy Ghost, Mat. 3. 11. To be renewed in the spirit of our mind, Ephes. 4. 23. These are Scripture-expressions of a great depth, of a high signification, which if well studied and pondered in our hearts, seriously and often prayed over, will give us more light into the Mystery of Regeneration,
to be born of Spirit, John 3. 6. To be a new lump, 1 Cor. 5. 7. New creatures, 2 Cor. 5. 17. To have christ formed in us, Gal. 4. 19. To be quickened, Ephesians 2. 1. Baptised with the Holy Ghost, Mathew 3. 11. To be renewed in the Spirit of our mind, Ephesians 4. 23. These Are Scriptural expressions of a great depth, of a high signification, which if well studied and pondered in our hearts, seriously and often prayed over, will give us more Light into the Mystery of Regeneration,
tho Ministers cannot bring down these Scripture expressions to man's Understanding, yet the Spirit of God can lift up man's Understanding to some discerning of the mind of Christ in them, by shining in our hearts the light of the Knowledg of the Glory of God in the face of Christ.
though Ministers cannot bring down these Scripture expressions to Man's Understanding, yet the Spirit of God can lift up Man's Understanding to Some discerning of the mind of christ in them, by shining in our hearts the Light of the Knowledge of the Glory of God in the face of christ.
Regeneration is our passing over into Christ, into his Life, Nature, and Spirit; they who are thus joined to the Lord, are one Spirit. Christ is their Life;
Regeneration is our passing over into christ, into his Life, Nature, and Spirit; they who Are thus joined to the Lord, Are one Spirit. christ is their Life;
and man having this natural root of his own, from the God of Nature, grows up by himself, with all the specifical Properties belonging to his kind, whereby he is distinguished from his fellow-creatures, he stands forth at some distance from God,
and man having this natural root of his own, from the God of Nature, grows up by himself, with all the specifical Properties belonging to his kind, whereby he is distinguished from his fellow-creatures, he Stands forth At Some distance from God,
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as Christ took part of our Flesh and Blood in his Incarnation, so we partake of his Divine Nature in our Regeneration; as the soul is the life of the body,
as christ took part of our Flesh and Blood in his Incarnation, so we partake of his Divine Nature in our Regeneration; as the soul is the life of the body,
'tis not we that live, but Christ living in us, Gal. 2. 20. Because I live, you shall live also, John 14. 19. Christ in us the hope of glory, Col. 1. 27. Till Christ be formed in us, we cannot be said to be born of God;
it's not we that live, but christ living in us, Gal. 2. 20. Because I live, you shall live also, John 14. 19. christ in us the hope of glory, Col. 1. 27. Till christ be formed in us, we cannot be said to be born of God;
the spirit of life in Christ hath made me free from the law of sin and death, Rom. 8. 2. Have a care of leading a separate life from Christ, in the strength of your own Graces,
the Spirit of life in christ hath made me free from the law of since and death, Rom. 8. 2. Have a care of leading a separate life from christ, in the strength of your own Graces,
as the Prophet did over the dead child, 1 Kings 17. 21. 2 Kings 4. 34, 35. and life will return, you'l find a sudden Resurrection, a fresh vigor of spirit will suddenly come upon you;
as the Prophet did over the dead child, 1 Kings 17. 21. 2 Kings 4. 34, 35. and life will return, You'll find a sudden Resurrection, a fresh vigor of Spirit will suddenly come upon you;
if ever you would be quickned, it must be by Christ, and with Christ, who hath quickened us together with Christ, Eph. 2. 5. What do you alone without Christ? No wonder you are in a dead frame,
if ever you would be quickened, it must be by christ, and with christ, who hath quickened us together with christ, Ephesians 2. 5. What do you alone without christ? No wonder you Are in a dead frame,
how many hearers are there in our Congregations who are stuck between Christ and the World, can get neither backwards nor forwards, are now where they were many years ago? They dare not cast off Religion altogether,
how many hearers Are there in our Congregations who Are stuck between christ and the World, can get neither backwards nor forward, Are now where they were many Years ago? They Dare not cast off Religion altogether,
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they come and go to and from the place of the Holy One, conversing only with the dead Letter of the Gospel, are not yet brought under the glorious ministration of the Spirit;
they come and go to and from the place of the Holy One, conversing only with the dead letter of the Gospel, Are not yet brought under the glorious ministration of the Spirit;
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and this is the great work of God as he is the Author of Regeneration, to make our hearts thus to agree with his Word, by casting them into the mould of the Gospel.
and this is the great work of God as he is the Author of Regeneration, to make our hearts thus to agree with his Word, by casting them into the mould of the Gospel.
II. THE Subjects of Regeneration, who they are, viz. The Elect, only the Elect, and all the Elect, Rom. 8. 30. Whom he did predestinate, them he also called, &c. Let their outward Circumstances be what they will,
II THE Subject's of Regeneration, who they Are, viz. The Elect, only the Elect, and all the Elect, Rom. 8. 30. Whom he did predestinate, them he also called, etc. Let their outward circumstances be what they will,
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'tis unreasonable to imagine such a self-destroying inclination in any creature whatsoever; 'tis impossible for any nature to will a change of it self.
it's unreasonable to imagine such a Self-destroying inclination in any creature whatsoever; it's impossible for any nature to will a change of it self.
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Therefore since Regeneration does not happen by an unaccountable Contingency, nor can ever be brought about by any mere humane contrivance, what remains,
Therefore since Regeneration does not happen by an unaccountable Contingency, nor can ever be brought about by any mere humane contrivance, what remains,
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The truth is, the first breaking forth of Electing Love upon us, is in our Regeneration; 'till something of it appears, we cannot know any thing by all that is before us, of God's Eternal Love to us:
The truth is, the First breaking forth of Electing Love upon us, is in our Regeneration; till something of it appears, we cannot know any thing by all that is before us, of God's Eternal Love to us:
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We may see in the eye-lids of some, the very shadow of Eternal death; but God can turn that shadow into the morning, and cause the day-spring from on high to visit them.
We may see in the eyelids of Some, the very shadow of Eternal death; but God can turn that shadow into the morning, and cause the dayspring from on high to visit them.
The Election shall obtain, Rom. 11. 7. Therefore all that have obtained, must ascribe it to Election, That the purpose of God might stand according to election, Rom. 9. 11.
The Election shall obtain, Rom. 11. 7. Therefore all that have obtained, must ascribe it to Election, That the purpose of God might stand according to election, Rom. 9. 11.
and gives no account of his matters? Because God has purposed from Eternity to shew mercy to some, not telling us who, let every own study his own Salvation,
and gives no account of his matters? Because God has purposed from Eternity to show mercy to Some, not telling us who, let every own study his own Salvation,
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and why not for thee? Those who embrace the Promise, and believe in Jesus, will never find any Decree in Heaven against them hindering their Salvation;
and why not for thee? Those who embrace the Promise, and believe in jesus, will never find any decree in Heaven against them hindering their Salvation;
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When once they see that God has loved them from everlasting, which they may do, by resolving all the present fruits of the spirit into election, as the Scripture teaches us;
When once they see that God has loved them from everlasting, which they may do, by resolving all the present fruits of the Spirit into election, as the Scripture Teaches us;
If the Subjects of Regeneration be the Elect, only the Elect, and all the Elect; Then prove your Election by your Regeneration; you cannot prove Regeneration by your Election;
If the Subject's of Regeneration be the Elect, only the Elect, and all the Elect; Then prove your Election by your Regeneration; you cannot prove Regeneration by your Election;
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To prevent mistakes in some convinced, tho yet unconverted sinners, ay, and in some weak trembling Believers too, whose convictions of sin do put them into no small fright:
To prevent mistakes in Some convinced, though yet unconverted Sinners, ay, and in Some weak trembling Believers too, whose convictions of since do put them into no small fright:
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but a state of sin and unregeneracy does not flow from eternal Reprobation, but from the fall of Adam, God permitting it as a means through which his electing love would effectually work for the more glorious restauration of Man. They who are regenerated, are elected, Rom. 8. 29, 30. but those who are not yet regenerated, cannot be said to be not elected or reprobated.
but a state of since and unregeneracy does not flow from Eternal Reprobation, but from the fallen of Adam, God permitting it as a means through which his electing love would effectually work for the more glorious restauration of Man. They who Are regenerated, Are elected, Rom. 8. 29, 30. but those who Are not yet regenerated, cannot be said to be not elected or reprobated.
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God hides this usually from the wicked'st men upon earth, to see how they will carry it under the means of Grace, that they may be the more inexcusable at last, who lived so long in the view of their danger,
God hides this usually from the wickedest men upon earth, to see how they will carry it under the means of Grace, that they may be the more inexcusable At last, who lived so long in the view of their danger,
and then you'l judge of your selves, as the Word judges, and no otherwise: What ever your present hopes or fears may be, you'l come over to the Word,
and then You'll judge of your selves, as the Word judges, and no otherwise: What ever your present hope's or fears may be, You'll come over to the Word,
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as if the Decree of Election had no determining influence upon your wills, to bring forth what is decreed, in a way agreeable to your rational nature, by inclining you to the free use of all means appointed by God in order to your Salvation.
as if the decree of Election had no determining influence upon your wills, to bring forth what is decreed, in a Way agreeable to your rational nature, by inclining you to the free use of all means appointed by God in order to your Salvation.
Whereas you say, if you are Elected, you shall be Regenerated and Saved, pray follow that thought home, pursue it a little further, bring it to an issue;
Whereas you say, if you Are Elected, you shall be Regenerated and Saved, pray follow that Thought home, pursue it a little further, bring it to an issue;
and drink, and sleep so securely under it? Methinks your own Hypothesis should lead you whether you will or no, to some consideration of that dreadful conclusion which may follow upon on it,
and drink, and sleep so securely under it? Methinks your own Hypothesis should led you whither you will or no, to Some consideration of that dreadful conclusion which may follow upon on it,
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Since your present Comfort, and future Happiness depends upon the proof of your Election, How should you long to see this sure and infallible evidence of it in your Regeneration!
Since your present Comfort, and future Happiness depends upon the proof of your Election, How should you long to see this sure and infallible evidence of it in your Regeneration!
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as appears by these following Scriptures, 1 Pet. 1. 23. where Regeneration is plainly ascribed to the Word, Iames 1. 18. God is said to beget us with the word of truth. 1 Cor. 4. 15. Paul is said to have begotten the Corinthians through the Gospel,
as appears by these following Scriptures, 1 Pet. 1. 23. where Regeneration is plainly ascribed to the Word, James 1. 18. God is said to beget us with the word of truth. 1 Cor. 4. 15. Paul is said to have begotten the Corinthians through the Gospel,
These Scriptures are an undeniable proof of these two things: 1. That there is a Virtue and Power in the Word, to work a change of heart and nature in those that hear it. 2. That this Virtue and Power is from God, whensoever his Spirit concurs with it, it becomes effectual for our Regeneration. I shall give you some Reasons,
These Scriptures Are an undeniable proof of these two things: 1. That there is a Virtue and Power in the Word, to work a change of heart and nature in those that hear it. 2. That this Virtue and Power is from God, whensoever his Spirit concurs with it, it becomes effectual for our Regeneration. I shall give you Some Reasons,
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we must say nothing of the Word, but what we have from the Word, and what falls in with the experience of all Christians, who live in any observation of the way of the Spirit of God, in turning their hearts to himself.
we must say nothing of the Word, but what we have from the Word, and what falls in with the experience of all Christians, who live in any observation of the Way of the Spirit of God, in turning their hearts to himself.
and turned into grace in our hearts? which is nothing else but a living principle of Faith and Holiness, enclining us to keep the Word, which is an authentick copy,
and turned into grace in our hearts? which is nothing Else but a living principle of Faith and Holiness, inclining us to keep the Word, which is an authentic copy,
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and transcript of the will of God to Man. Where there is an inward Man delighting in the Law of God, we may be sure the Word has been effectual in that Soul. Who is that inward Man,
and transcript of the will of God to Man. Where there is an inward Man delighting in the Law of God, we may be sure the Word has been effectual in that Soul. Who is that inward Man,
as things of sense are perceived by a more gross corporeal contact, so things of Reason and Faith are let in, in a more intellectual way, by mental conceptions.
as things of sense Are perceived by a more gross corporeal contact, so things of Reason and Faith Are let in, in a more intellectual Way, by mental conceptions.
The Word is of a persuasive strain, full of reasonings and arguings with Man; God debates matters with us, would discourse us into a right understanding of his Will:
The Word is of a persuasive strain, full of reasonings and arguings with Man; God debates matters with us, would discourse us into a right understanding of his Will:
'tis that they wait for, they know that God does open his mind further and further to the Saints by the Preaching of the Gospel, which makes them so much in love with Ordinances;
it's that they wait for, they know that God does open his mind further and further to the Saints by the Preaching of the Gospel, which makes them so much in love with Ordinances;
and 'tis the rejoycing of their hearts to have any further discovery of the Mind of God made to them in any point of Doctrine, which they were not so clear in before,
and it's the rejoicing of their hearts to have any further discovery of the Mind of God made to them in any point of Doctrine, which they were not so clear in before,
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'Tis observable how strangely the Saints are affected, and that on a sudden, with some old known truths, which they have a long time owned and professed,
It's observable how strangely the Saints Are affected, and that on a sudden, with Some old known truths, which they have a long time owned and professed,
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That this living principle of the Grace of Faith in the heart, may be exactly suited to the Doctrine of Faith in the Word, God has ordered it, that one should beget the other, to prevent all strangeness between them, that they may the better fall in with each other.
That this living principle of the Grace of Faith in the heart, may be exactly suited to the Doctrine of Faith in the Word, God has ordered it, that one should beget the other, to prevent all strangeness between them, that they may the better fallen in with each other.
'Tis therefore called the word of life, because 'tis the Word of Grace, in distinction from the first Covenant, which neither expressed nor intended any pardoning Grace to a sinner:
It's Therefore called the word of life, Because it's the Word of Grace, in distinction from the First Covenant, which neither expressed nor intended any pardoning Grace to a sinner:
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A pure Covenant of Works, exclusive of all Grace, is no where spoken of, but in the 2d of Genesis, where God places Adam under that Covenant before the formation of Eve; And the Lord God took the man,
A pure Covenant of Works, exclusive of all Grace, is no where spoken of, but in the 2d of Genesis, where God places Adam under that Covenant before the formation of Eve; And the Lord God took the man,
and put him into the Garden of Eden, and the Lord God commanded the man, saying, Of every tree thou maist freely eat, thou, thou, &c. Here was none but God and Adam at the making of this Covenant:
and put him into the Garden of Eden, and the Lord God commanded the man, saying, Of every tree thou Mayest freely eat, thou, thou, etc. Here was none but God and Adam At the making of this Covenant:
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7thly, There are as many instances of the Power of the Word in Regeneration, as there are Believers now in the World, who do all ascribe their New Birth to the Divine Virtue and Energy of the Word, set home upon their Hearts by the Spirit of God. Application.
7thly, There Are as many instances of the Power of the Word in Regeneration, as there Are Believers now in the World, who do all ascribe their New Birth to the Divine Virtue and Energy of the Word, Set home upon their Hearts by the Spirit of God. Application.
The reason why so few are converted by the Word, is because they don't put their Conversion upon God, saying with Ephraim, Jer. 31. 18. Turn thou me, and I shall he turned.
The reason why so few Are converted by the Word, is Because they don't put their Conversion upon God, saying with Ephraim, Jer. 31. 18. Turn thou me, and I shall he turned.
did we thus wait upon God in a real Dependance upon him, he would be found of us, his Arm would be revealed, we should see more of his Glory in the Sanctuary.
did we thus wait upon God in a real Dependence upon him, he would be found of us, his Arm would be revealed, we should see more of his Glory in the Sanctuary.
Let us come then with raised Expectations of what God only can and may do upon our Hearts, praying that he would give some signal Testimony to the Word of his Grace.
Let us come then with raised Expectations of what God only can and may do upon our Hearts, praying that he would give Some signal Testimony to the Word of his Grace.
When you are going to hear the Word, think with you selves, I am now going to see what further change of Heart God will work in me; what Renovation of Spirit; what further Enlightnings; what fresh Comforts;
When you Are going to hear the Word, think with you selves, I am now going to see what further change of Heart God will work in me; what Renovation of Spirit; what further Enlightenings; what fresh Comforts;
Did you come in expectation of these mighty works of God in and upon your Hearts, no place would be large enough to contain the comers to the word, that they might have some experience of his mighty saving Power passing upon their Souls:
Did you come in expectation of these mighty works of God in and upon your Hearts, no place would be large enough to contain the comers to the word, that they might have Some experience of his mighty Saving Power passing upon their Souls:
as if the strength of Human Reason, by a Natural Operation upon the minds of men, could lead them into the belief of any thing that is said in the Pulpit, without any inward efficiency of the Spirit;
as if the strength of Human Reason, by a Natural Operation upon the minds of men, could led them into the belief of any thing that is said in the Pulpit, without any inward efficiency of the Spirit;
but if this be all you look for, 'tis not worth your coming hither; we don't pretend to any such Rhetorical Charms, to any such prevailing Influence over you;
but if this be all you look for, it's not worth your coming hither; we don't pretend to any such Rhetorical Charms, to any such prevailing Influence over you;
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when you have once received any Gospel-Truth by Faith, you will easily in the light of that Faith, allow of every thing that may be rationally deduced from that Truth,
when you have once received any Gospel truth by Faith, you will Easily in the Light of that Faith, allow of every thing that may be rationally deduced from that Truth,
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Answer, To very good purpose, that whilst we are proposing the Object to you, God may take occasion to open the eyes of your Understanding, that you may,
Answer, To very good purpose, that while we Are proposing the Object to you, God may take occasion to open the eyes of your Understanding, that you may,
so apposite and proper, do mightily help them in understanding the things of God, and to this end has God given all Ministerial Gifts, That Preachers might be apt to teach, gathering up the sum and substance of the Gospel in their Sermons to the people;
so apposite and proper, do mightily help them in understanding the things of God, and to this end has God given all Ministerial Gifts, That Preachers might be apt to teach, gathering up the sum and substance of the Gospel in their Sermons to the people;
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God has in Infinite Wisdom made choice of such outward Means as have least of Man in them, that whilst we compare the weakness of the Means in a human Judgment, with the wonderful Effects of them in our hearts, we may be convinced of a Divine Power accompanying them.
God has in Infinite Wisdom made choice of such outward Means as have least of Man in them, that while we compare the weakness of the Means in a human Judgement, with the wondered Effects of them in our hearts, we may be convinced of a Divine Power accompanying them.
whilst you are thus musing the fire will burn, and the work will be done, you'l find a real turning of the Heart to Christ, which is the Obedience of Faith, that every New-born Soul does yield to the call of Christ in the Gospel.
while you Are thus musing the fire will burn, and the work will be done, You'll find a real turning of the Heart to christ, which is the obedience of Faith, that every Newborn Soul does yield to the call of christ in the Gospel.
till God by a special dispensation of his Spirit suited to the formality of this professing Age, does send out Ministers by a special mission, to awaken such who have only a name to live, but are indeed dead.
till God by a special Dispensation of his Spirit suited to the formality of this professing Age, does send out Ministers by a special mission, to awaken such who have only a name to live, but Are indeed dead.
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and send them forth under a fresh anointing, that they may convince the constant hearers of the Word, that something more is required to the Salvation of their Souls than an outward profession of Religion:
and send them forth under a fresh anointing, that they may convince the constant hearers of the Word, that something more is required to the Salvation of their Souls than an outward profession of Religion:
'Tis profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
It's profitable for Doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.
Tho we prophesy but in part, and know but in part, yet who can tell but God may reveal to us the unknown parts of these known truths which we have some understanding of already? This is visible edification, a further increase of light, a further discerning of the Truth as it is in Jesus.
Tho we prophesy but in part, and know but in part, yet who can tell but God may reveal to us the unknown parts of these known truths which we have Some understanding of already? This is visible edification, a further increase of Light, a further discerning of the Truth as it is in jesus.
if he diligently commune with his own spirit. He that hath the white Stone, knows the new name that is written in it. Regeneration is a supernatural work;
if he diligently commune with his own Spirit. He that hath the white Stone, knows the new name that is written in it. Regeneration is a supernatural work;
Ieremiah, to be sanctified from the Womb. Tho these Texts are capable of another construction, 'tis evident that Paul distinguishes his separation, or sanctification, from the Womb,
Jeremiah, to be sanctified from the Womb. Tho these Texts Are capable of Another construction, it's evident that Paul Distinguishes his separation, or sanctification, from the Womb,
yet this I may say, that such persons, when grown up, must needs be little acquainted with the manner of their Regeneration, because 'twas done before they knew it:
yet this I may say, that such Persons, when grown up, must needs be little acquainted with the manner of their Regeneration, Because 'twas done before they knew it:
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I will venture to say this, That I conceive it is usually otherwise, viz. That those who live till they come to the use of Reason, are not ordinarily converted before they come to the use of Reason.
I will venture to say this, That I conceive it is usually otherwise, viz. That those who live till they come to the use of Reason, Are not ordinarily converted before they come to the use of Reason.
therefore he will have some part of the known history of our lives to be a standing witness to us of our former unregenerate state. Such were some of you.
Therefore he will have Some part of the known history of our lives to be a standing witness to us of our former unregenerate state. Such were Some of you.
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But more of this by and by, when I come to speak of the time of our Regeneration, which (to avoid all coincidence of matter) I shall comprehend under this Head of the manner of Regeneration, which the Scripture gives us some light into;
But more of this by and by, when I come to speak of the time of our Regeneration, which (to avoid all coincidence of matter) I shall comprehend under this Head of the manner of Regeneration, which the Scripture gives us Some Light into;
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He that is born of God, knows and loves him that begat him, does naturally cry Abba, Father, from the Spirit of Adoption received in Regeneration; being born of the Spirit, he breathes and prays in the Spirit ever after;
He that is born of God, knows and loves him that begat him, does naturally cry Abba, Father, from the Spirit of Adoption received in Regeneration; being born of the Spirit, he breathes and prays in the Spirit ever After;
his heart is instructed and quickned by the Spirit to call God Father. The spirit it self beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God.
his heart is instructed and quickened by the Spirit to call God Father. The Spirit it self bears witness with our Spirit, that we Are the children of God.
Let not weak Saints question the truth of their Regeneration, because they are not presently raised up to such degrees of actual Grace as they see in others.
Let not weak Saints question the truth of their Regeneration, Because they Are not presently raised up to such Degrees of actual Grace as they see in Others.
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Another Reason I conceive of this difference between Saint and Saint in their first Conversion, may arise from the different circumstances Grace finds them under, in respect, 1. Of their Years;
another Reason I conceive of this difference between Saint and Saint in their First Conversion, may arise from the different Circumstances Grace finds them under, in respect, 1. Of their years;
'tis Reason that makes a Man a subject naturally capable of Grace, and Grace usually comes in in a degree proportionable to the strength of our rational faculties.
it's Reason that makes a Man a Subject naturally capable of Grace, and Grace usually comes in in a degree proportionable to the strength of our rational faculties.
The Apostle applies it to the Resurrection of the Body, and I may as fitly apply it to the Spiritual Resurrection of the Soul in Regeneration; so that you see the new creature is still the youngest Man,
The Apostle Applies it to the Resurrection of the Body, and I may as fitly apply it to the Spiritual Resurrection of the Soul in Regeneration; so that you see the new creature is still the youngest Man,
tho all Converts have the same principle of Grace, yet the younger sort in their tender years, are not capable of acting so distinctly as others may, who are of full Age,
though all Converts have the same principle of Grace, yet the younger sort in their tender Years, Are not capable of acting so distinctly as Others may, who Are of full Age,
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for let our rational faculties be never so quick and strong, they cannot carry out a Child of God, much less others, to the least act of Faith, without the help of the Spirit.
for let our rational faculties be never so quick and strong, they cannot carry out a Child of God, much less Others, to the least act of Faith, without the help of the Spirit.
in this Case a principle of Grace must be drawn out into acts of a proportionable strength to these mighty acts of sin, to put a stop to them for the future,
in this Case a principle of Grace must be drawn out into acts of a proportionable strength to these mighty acts of since, to put a stop to them for the future,
and sets the Members every one of them in their proper place, in the body, under their proper peculiar gifts and qualifications, that may render them useful to each other.
and sets the Members every one of them in their proper place, in the body, under their proper peculiar Gifts and qualifications, that may render them useful to each other.
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as Eyes, Hands, Feet, — and according to the several opportunities that Providence puts into their hands, of serving the interest of Christ in their Generation.
as Eyes, Hands, Feet, — and according to the several opportunities that Providence puts into their hands, of serving the Interest of christ in their Generation.
I shall now speak to the Manner of Regeneration, with a peculiar respect to the Gospel Notion and Nature of Regeneration, as it consists in the Souls ingrafture into Christ, by a vital Union to him through Faith;
I shall now speak to the Manner of Regeneration, with a peculiar respect to the Gospel Notion and Nature of Regeneration, as it consists in the Souls Ingrafture into christ, by a vital union to him through Faith;
Christ being the proper Fountain of that New Life which we derive from him in Regeneration, and which is ever after maintained by him in all his true Members, abiding under the quickning Influences of Christ their Living Head.
christ being the proper Fountain of that New Life which we derive from him in Regeneration, and which is ever After maintained by him in all his true Members, abiding under the quickening Influences of christ their Living Head.
Whether the first step in Regeneration be from Sin to Holiness, or from a sinful state and nature to Christ, that we may be made holy by him? I affirm the latter;
Whither the First step in Regeneration be from since to Holiness, or from a sinful state and nature to christ, that we may be made holy by him? I affirm the latter;
till we are joined to the second Adam, we are and shall be acted by that corrupt nature which we derived from the First Adam. There were but two publick men in the World,
till we Are joined to the second Adam, we Are and shall be acted by that corrupt nature which we derived from the First Adam. There were but two public men in the World,
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to this end is Christ Preached, 1 Cor. 1. 23, 24. No other Name under Heaven by which we can be saved, Acts 4. 12. This Name must be published, Acts 9. 15. Regeneration,
to this end is christ Preached, 1 Cor. 1. 23, 24. No other Name under Heaven by which we can be saved, Acts 4. 12. This Name must be published, Acts 9. 15. Regeneration,
or our first Conversion, what is it but a revealing Christ in us? Gal. 1. 16. Drawing unto Christ, Iohn 6. 44. Receiving Christ, Iohn 1. 11. Following Christ, Matt. 9. 9. 'Twas Christ they came over to in Conversion;
or our First Conversion, what is it but a revealing christ in us? Gal. 1. 16. Drawing unto christ, John 6. 44. Receiving christ, John 1. 11. Following christ, Matt. 9. 9. 'Twas christ they Come over to in Conversion;
hence those Phrases of our being in Christ, and Christ's being in us, living in us, Gal. 2. 20. Formed in us, Gal. 4. 19. Put on by us, Gal. 3. 27. Rom. 13. 4. Thus you see how the New Creature,
hence those Phrases of our being in christ, and Christ's being in us, living in us, Gal. 2. 20. Formed in us, Gal. 4. 19. Put on by us, Gal. 3. 27. Rom. 13. 4. Thus you see how the New Creature,
We have our first quickning from this Union, and all after increases of Spiritual Life, are but so many fresh emanations from Christ the Fountain of Life, flowing into our Souls.
We have our First quickening from this union, and all After increases of Spiritual Life, Are but so many fresh emanations from christ the Fountain of Life, flowing into our Souls.
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and also as it is the cause of all after-growth in Grace, proceeding from the higher and more vigorous operations of this Life, raised and kindled in the Soul by the enlivening influences of the Eternal Spirit of Life in Christ Jesus;
and also as it is the cause of all aftergrowth in Grace, proceeding from the higher and more vigorous operations of this Life, raised and kindled in the Soul by the enlivening influences of the Eternal Spirit of Life in christ jesus;
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in both these respects, as it causes and continues Life in the Saints, is this Mystical Union between Christ and Believers, spoken of in the Scriptures;
in both these respects, as it Causes and continues Life in the Saints, is this Mystical union between christ and Believers, spoken of in the Scriptures;
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next to this is the Mystical Union between Christ and Believers; the enlivening influences of this Union are set forth by an Incorporation; by an Ingrafture.
next to this is the Mystical union between christ and Believers; the enlivening influences of this union Are Set forth by an Incorporation; by an Ingrafture.
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and this spiritual Relation to him, gives us a right to all that he hath purchased for us, He that hath the Son, hath life, &c. We have an Interest in his Righteousness; 'tis ours by Imputation;
and this spiritual Relation to him, gives us a right to all that he hath purchased for us, He that hath the Son, hath life, etc. We have an Interest in his Righteousness; it's ours by Imputation;
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we cannot have Christ without his Righteousness, which in the Infinite Merit of it, extends it self to all Believers, Rom. 3. 22. Thus we are made the righteousness of God in him, 2 Cor. 5. 21. Christ takes hold of us by his Spirit,
we cannot have christ without his Righteousness, which in the Infinite Merit of it, extends it self to all Believers, Rom. 3. 22. Thus we Are made the righteousness of God in him, 2 Cor. 5. 21. christ Takes hold of us by his Spirit,
such a Regeneration, such a Conversion as this, derives from him a Principle of Spiritual Life, by which we are carried out to all good works, Ephes. 2. 10. I shall further explain the Manner of our Union to Christ.
such a Regeneration, such a Conversion as this, derives from him a Principle of Spiritual Life, by which we Are carried out to all good works, Ephesians 2. 10. I shall further explain the Manner of our union to christ.
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The Hypostatical Union of the Divine and Humane Nature in the Person of Christ, was in order to the Spiritual Union of our Persons to the Person of Christ;
The Hypostatical union of the Divine and Humane Nature in the Person of christ, was in order to the Spiritual union of our Persons to the Person of christ;
Though Christ have taken our Nature upon him without sin, yet how can we maintain this Union and Communion between Christ and our Persons, in whom there is so much sin?
Though christ have taken our Nature upon him without since, yet how can we maintain this union and Communion between christ and our Persons, in whom there is so much since?
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tho it is now corrupted, yet when Regeneration has had its perfect work upon us, it shall even in our Persons be reduced to that Rectitude, Harmony and Perfection as 'tis now in the Man Christ;
though it is now corrupted, yet when Regeneration has had its perfect work upon us, it shall even in our Persons be reduced to that Rectitude, Harmony and Perfection as it's now in the Man christ;
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and under that Divine Tincture which the Hypostatical Union gives it in Christ. In Regeneration we pass over (by Faith) both Body and Soul into Christ;
and under that Divine Tincture which the Hypostatical union gives it in christ. In Regeneration we pass over (by Faith) both Body and Soul into christ;
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and when our vile Bodies shall be made like unto his Glorious Body, we shall to Eternity bless God, who has taken us out of the First Adam, and put us into the Second.
and when our vile Bodies shall be made like unto his Glorious Body, we shall to Eternity bless God, who has taken us out of the First Adam, and put us into the Second.
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This Spiritual Union of Believers to the Divine Person of Christ, makes a living Impression of Godliness upon their Human Persons, which causes them to grow up daily into a further Conformity to the Image of Christ,
This Spiritual union of Believers to the Divine Person of christ, makes a living Impression of Godliness upon their Human Persons, which Causes them to grow up daily into a further Conformity to the Image of christ,
it shines out upon them in Heaven, to all Eternity, and lifts them up to the highest Communion with God, that Creatures are capable of, and this is their Glorification.
it shines out upon them in Heaven, to all Eternity, and lifts them up to the highest Communion with God, that Creatures Are capable of, and this is their Glorification.
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Thus I have led you from the first step in Regeneration to the last, that you may see the Blessed Tendency of so great a work, begun here in this World, and compleated in the next.
Thus I have led you from the First step in Regeneration to the last, that you may see the Blessed Tendency of so great a work, begun Here in this World, and completed in the next.
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whether Adoption, Vocation, Union to Christ, Justification, Sanctification, and not recede from the Subject I am upon concerning Regeneration; for all these do nearly concern it, and lye close about it.
whither Adoption, Vocation, union to christ, Justification, Sanctification, and not recede from the Subject I am upon Concerning Regeneration; for all these do nearly concern it, and lie close about it.
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they do not suppose this Priority or Posteriority to be in the things themselves, but only in our manner of Conception, we first apprehend one, and then another;
they do not suppose this Priority or Posteriority to be in the things themselves, but only in our manner of Conception, we First apprehend one, and then Another;
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I am casting them out, and perswading you from mingling vain Philosophy and Science, falsly so called, with the Mysteries of Faith, which are best understood in their own native simplicity,
I am casting them out, and persuading you from mingling vain Philosophy and Science, falsely so called, with the Mysteres of Faith, which Are best understood in their own native simplicity,
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and therefore chose rather to plead for a Justification before Faith, and without Faith, lest they should seem to be Justified by any thing in and from themselves;
and Therefore chosen rather to plead for a Justification before Faith, and without Faith, lest they should seem to be Justified by any thing in and from themselves;
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is it any where contained there, that we should act our Faith upon Christ, for the free Pardon of Sin? Besides, the Scripture expresly denies Faith to be a Work in this Sense.
is it any where contained there, that we should act our Faith upon christ, for the free Pardon of since? Beside, the Scripture expressly Denies Faith to be a Work in this Sense.
Did we well consider the Nature of Faith in its Principle and Relative Essence, and also in its manner of acting, we should better understand the matter,
Did we well Consider the Nature of Faith in its Principle and Relative Essence, and also in its manner of acting, we should better understand the matter,
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why should we run up our Regeneration and Iustification into such ignote beginnings before Faith, which we can give no account of to our selves or others,
why should we run up our Regeneration and Justification into such ignote beginnings before Faith, which we can give no account of to our selves or Others,
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I am yet upon the Manner of Regeneration, and all preparatory Works naturally running into the manner of Conversion or Regeneration. I shall a little consider them.
I am yet upon the Manner of Regeneration, and all preparatory Works naturally running into the manner of Conversion or Regeneration. I shall a little Consider them.
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therefore it will be necessary to look a little into the nature of these Preparatives, which some lay too great a stress upon, limiting the Spirit of God to their own unscriptural Methods;
Therefore it will be necessary to look a little into the nature of these Preparatives, which Some lay too great a stress upon, limiting the Spirit of God to their own unscriptural Methods;
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We may run upon the Merit of Congruity ere we are aware, if we don't hold the Ballance of Truth with an even hand, keeping close to the Genius and Spirit of the Gospel, in all that we say of this matter;
We may run upon the Merit of Congruity ere we Are aware, if we don't hold the Balance of Truth with an even hand, keeping close to the Genius and Spirit of the Gospel, in all that we say of this matter;
1. What Preparatory Works are? — In the Sense of those who contend most for them, they are certain previous Dispositions wrought in the Soul, in order to Conversion,
1. What Preparatory Works Are? — In the Sense of those who contend most for them, they Are certain previous Dispositions wrought in the Soul, in order to Conversion,
or how any Saving Work can be wrought in any before they are in Christ. The Second Opinion more agreeable to Truth, is of those who call these Preparatory Works,
or how any Saving Work can be wrought in any before they Are in christ. The Second Opinion more agreeable to Truth, is of those who call these Preparatory Works,
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but for those who place this Preparatory work in such and such certain degrees of Humiliation and Contrition, affirming, That Conversion is not ordinarily wrought any other way,
but for those who place this Preparatory work in such and such certain Degrees of Humiliation and Contrition, affirming, That Conversion is not ordinarily wrought any other Way,
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how they are all comprehended under Conviction of sin; whether Repentance, Humiliation, Contrition, Terror? This Conviction of sin must be presupposed in all who come to Christ for Pardon;
how they Are all comprehended under Conviction of since; whither Repentance, Humiliation, Contrition, Terror? This Conviction of since must be presupposed in all who come to christ for Pardon;
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The whole need not a Physitian. Here we must distinguish between initial and compleat Conversion; I mean, between Conversion begun, and Conversion rising up to a sensible Closure with Christ:
The Whole need not a physician. Here we must distinguish between initial and complete Conversion; I mean, between Conversion begun, and Conversion rising up to a sensible Closure with christ:
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Conviction of Sin is always antecedent to an act of Faith upon Christ, for the Pardon of sin, at least it must be concomitant with it, else there can be no reason given of a sinner's coming to Christ;
Conviction of since is always antecedent to an act of Faith upon christ, for the Pardon of since, At least it must be concomitant with it, Else there can be no reason given of a sinner's coming to christ;
as the Wind blows, &c. If we observe how the Spirit comes upon sinners where it lists, of all sorts and tempers, of all conditions and circumstances, drawing their hearts to Christ, we shall find it a hard matter to give this Preparatory work any certain particular name;
as the Wind blows, etc. If we observe how the Spirit comes upon Sinners where it lists, of all sorts and tempers, of all conditions and Circumstances, drawing their hearts to christ, we shall find it a hard matter to give this Preparatory work any certain particular name;
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therefore the whole work was then ascribed to the Law, whereas the Law was never separately propounded to the Iews, but always in some dark Typical Conjunction with the Gospel,
Therefore the Whole work was then ascribed to the Law, whereas the Law was never separately propounded to the Iews, but always in Some dark Typical Conjunction with the Gospel,
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I think we ought not, no, not for a Moment, to conceal all Intimations of Gospel-Grace from convinced sinners purposely to keep them under the terrors of the law, till they are as we judg sufficiently broken and humbled.
I think we ought not, no, not for a Moment, to conceal all Intimations of Gospel-grace from convinced Sinners purposely to keep them under the terrors of the law, till they Are as we judge sufficiently broken and humbled.
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God is so far from expecting any preparations in Man, that he calls men of all sorts, which shews that Conversion is not limited to such or such antecedent qualifications in us.
God is so Far from expecting any preparations in Man, that he calls men of all sorts, which shows that Conversion is not limited to such or such antecedent qualifications in us.
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when their Friends and Relations did little expect it, when they seemed to be in a frame farthest off from it, breathing out Cruelties and Threatnings,
when their Friends and Relations did little expect it, when they seemed to be in a frame farthest off from it, breathing out Cruelties and Threatenings,
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while a Sinner is in his way to Christ, actually coming to him, he comes every step he takes, under a Conviction of his Sin and Misery, that Mercy may be the sweeter to him;
while a Sinner is in his Way to christ, actually coming to him, he comes every step he Takes, under a Conviction of his since and Misery, that Mercy may be the Sweeten to him;
we have an authentick Copy of the Law in the New Testament; 'tis kept there on record, in terrorem. Cursed is every one, &c. Do you not hear the Law, says Paul? Thus the Gospel sets life and death before us:
we have an authentic Copy of the Law in the New Testament; it's kept there on record, in terrorem. Cursed is every one, etc. Do you not hear the Law, Says Paul? Thus the Gospel sets life and death before us:
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the Law must be Preached, not legally, but Evangelically, as 'tis in the Hand of our Mediator, who knows how to use it for Conviction, for Humiliation and Repentance.
the Law must be Preached, not legally, but Evangelically, as it's in the Hand of our Mediator, who knows how to use it for Conviction, for Humiliation and Repentance.
he proclaims the coming of Christ, draws arguments from thence to bring them to Repentance. Repent ye, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand; therefore repent.
he proclaims the coming of christ, draws Arguments from thence to bring them to Repentance. repent you, for the Kingdom of Heaven is At hand; Therefore Repent.
we must not be always affrighting your consciences with Legal Terrours, 'tis necessary sometimes to draw the Sword of the Law, that sinners may see their danger;
we must not be always affrighting your Consciences with Legal Terrors, it's necessary sometime to draw the Sword of the Law, that Sinners may see their danger;
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and shew him the dreadful consequence of a Course of sin persisted in, that the wrath of God is revealed from Heaven against all such who do not repent,
and show him the dreadful consequence of a Course of since persisted in, that the wrath of God is revealed from Heaven against all such who do not Repent,
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Saving Gospel Conviction of sin, includes in it all that is in a mere Legal Conviction, with this difference, that under a Gospel Conviction of sin, we see the folly of it as well as the danger,
Saving Gospel Conviction of since, includes in it all that is in a mere Legal Conviction, with this difference, that under a Gospel Conviction of since, we see the folly of it as well as the danger,
and always have an eye to Christ, which does alleviate the sinking overwhelming Terrors of a meer Legal Conviction only, which is as the nethermost Hell, a dark dungeon indeed, without the least cranny for any beam of Gospel light to shine in upon a poor distressed Soul, trembling under a sence of eternal vengeance.
and always have an eye to christ, which does alleviate the sinking overwhelming Terrors of a mere Legal Conviction only, which is as the nethermost Hell, a dark dungeon indeed, without the least cranny for any beam of Gospel Light to shine in upon a poor distressed Soul, trembling under a sense of Eternal vengeance.
It is not the design of Christ that any so concluded under wrath by Law, should be left one moment without any tender of Gospel grace, which if they do reject and despise, God may and does sometimes judicially give them up to a final Tormenting despair.
It is not the Design of christ that any so concluded under wrath by Law, should be left one moment without any tender of Gospel grace, which if they do reject and despise, God may and does sometime judicially give them up to a final Tormenting despair.
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Some Convictions of sin that issue in Conversion, will be found to have their beginning with it, i. e. some Convictions that issue in a visible Conversion, may have their beginning in an inward, latent,
some Convictions of since that issue in Conversion, will be found to have their beginning with it, i. e. Some Convictions that issue in a visible Conversion, may have their beginning in an inward, latent,
And there is a particular hour in that day, wherein Saving Grace takes hold of us by God's Effectual Calling, which is best known by our Obediential Hearing,
And there is a particular hour in that day, wherein Saving Grace Takes hold of us by God's Effectual Calling, which is best known by our Obediential Hearing,
So that the time of thy Regeneration is when thy heart is first drawn up to trust in Christ, let it fall in what year of thy life, in what hour of the day it will,
So that the time of thy Regeneration is when thy heart is First drawn up to trust in christ, let it fallen in what year of thy life, in what hour of the day it will,
the last and the first Converts in an Age are equally welcome to God, and there is something peculiar in both, that does very much set forth and signalize the freeness of God's Grace, viz. That he converted the one so soon, and the other so late;
the last and the First Converts in an Age Are equally welcome to God, and there is something peculiar in both, that does very much Set forth and signalise the freeness of God's Grace, viz. That he converted the one so soon, and the other so late;
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that he came so early to one who had heard so little, and that he came at all to the other who had heard so much, and despised it. Late Converts are very rare;
that he Come so early to one who had herd so little, and that he Come At all to the other who had herd so much, and despised it. Late Converts Are very rare;
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and die under a dreadful conviction, that he obstinately refused a fair offer of life and pardon that was made him at such a time, in such a Sermon, by such a Preacher, who may be called forth to witness against him at the last day.
and die under a dreadful conviction, that he obstinately refused a fair offer of life and pardon that was made him At such a time, in such a Sermon, by such a Preacher, who may be called forth to witness against him At the last day.
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All those Names that are written in Heaven, or in the Lamb's Book of Life, shall be begotten again unto that Life, which in the Eternal purpose of God belongs to their Names.
All those Names that Are written in Heaven, or in the Lamb's Book of Life, shall be begotten again unto that Life, which in the Eternal purpose of God belongs to their Names.
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They are a chosen Generation, which is the cause and ground of their Regeneration: All the rest of the World will be left in darkness, in Idolatry, to worship the Dragon, whose Names are not written in the Book of Life of the Lamb slain from the foundation of the World.
They Are a chosen Generation, which is the cause and ground of their Regeneration: All the rest of the World will be left in darkness, in Idolatry, to worship the Dragon, whose Names Are not written in the Book of Life of the Lamb slave from the Foundation of the World.
They are not my Marks, but God's, laid down in his own terms, as 'tis written in your Bibles; what you find in your selves answerable thereunto, I must leave to God and your own Consciences.
They Are not my Marks, but God's, laid down in his own terms, as it's written in your Bibles; what you find in your selves answerable thereunto, I must leave to God and your own Consciences.
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Iohn foreseeing what false notions of Regeneration men wou•• taks up with, and rest in, to prevent all fraud, all mistakes in so great a point, lays down these infallible marks of true, real Regeneration, as 'tis distinguished from that which is but pretended, false and counterfeit ▪ For ought I see, there is no more required to Regeneration, in the judgment of some men,
John Foreseeing what false notions of Regeneration men wou•• Takes up with, and rest in, to prevent all fraud, all mistakes in so great a point, lays down these infallible marks of true, real Regeneration, as it's distinguished from that which is but pretended, false and counterfeit ▪ For ought I see, there is no more required to Regeneration, in the judgement of Some men,
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But let us not deceive our selves, God will judge us by the Word, and none will be looked upon at the last day as truly regenerate, in whom all these marks are not found.
But let us not deceive our selves, God will judge us by the Word, and none will be looked upon At the last day as truly regenerate, in whom all these marks Are not found.
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But to keep to the Negative mark, He commits not sin &c. The common interpretation of this Text is, That such who are born of God, sin not with full consent and allowance, they go not on in a course of sin, they sin not the sin unto death, &c. All this is true,
But to keep to the Negative mark, He commits not since etc. The Common Interpretation of this Text is, That such who Are born of God, sin not with full consent and allowance, they go not on in a course of since, they sin not the since unto death, etc. All this is true,
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this is an absolute truth contained in the Text. Under all the distinctions, limitations, and soft interpretations that are given of this Scripture, we must be sure to maintain the words of the Text as they are expressive of a certain absolute truth, else we shall quite lose the mark here laid down by the Holy Ghost, of Regeneration; and therefore I shall first fix that,
this is an absolute truth contained in the Text. Under all the Distinctions, limitations, and soft interpretations that Are given of this Scripture, we must be sure to maintain the words of the Text as they Are expressive of a certain absolute truth, Else we shall quite loose the mark Here laid down by the Holy Ghost, of Regeneration; and Therefore I shall First fix that,
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and none so sure as those that are in express terms laid down by the Holy Ghost, of Regeneration; as we must not raise them too high in contradiction to other Scriptures,
and none so sure as those that Are in express terms laid down by the Holy Ghost, of Regeneration; as we must not raise them too high in contradiction to other Scriptures,
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so neither must we sink them too low, lest we lose that Characteristical difference that the Holy Ghost here puts between the Regenerate and Unregenerate; the mark lies here, viz.
so neither must we sink them too low, lest we loose that Characteristical difference that the Holy Ghost Here puts between the Regenerate and Unregenerate; the mark lies Here, viz.
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The assertors of Free will, do hold, That man cannot incline to good, without the general assistance of the Spirit of God ▪ but they own only such an assistance as may be resisted by us,
The assertors of Free will, do hold, That man cannot incline to good, without the general assistance of the Spirit of God ▪ but they own only such an assistance as may be resisted by us,
and yet act freely under that determination, is that which some will ▪ not understand, supposing such an overruling efficacy of Divine Grace to be inconsistent with the liberty of man's will.
and yet act freely under that determination, is that which Some will ▪ not understand, supposing such an overruling efficacy of Divine Grace to be inconsistent with the liberty of Man's will.
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And this it does gradually, not all at once, which is the reason why the Saints in their imperfect state here, do both good and evil, being flesh as well as Spirit.
And this it does gradually, not all At once, which is the reason why the Saints in their imperfect state Here, do both good and evil, being Flesh as well as Spirit.
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Grace has the Predominancy, because it enters in against the full Power of reigning sin, breaks in upon corrupt Nature whether it will or no, sows immortal seed, where never good fruit grew before;
Grace has the Predominancy, Because it enters in against the full Power of reigning since, breaks in upon corrupt Nature whither it will or no, Sovus immortal seed, where never good fruit grew before;
because it opposes the whole body of sin, or indwelling corruption, in making this forcible entrance, forcible in respect of corruption that would keep it out;
Because it opposes the Whole body of since, or indwelling corruption, in making this forcible Entrance, forcible in respect of corruption that would keep it out;
There are two different Natures, two contrary Principles in the Saints, Flesh and Spirit; the Scripture speaks of them sometimes according to one Principle, sometimes according to the other, and sometimes according to both;
There Are two different Nature's, two contrary Principles in the Saints, Flesh and Spirit; the Scripture speaks of them sometime according to one Principle, sometime according to the other, and sometime according to both;
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Rom. 7. 24. What carefulness, what clearing of themselves, what Indignation and Revenge? 2 Cor. 7. 11. Tho God has forgiven them, they cannot, they will not forgive themselves, they cut off their right hands,
Rom. 7. 24. What carefulness, what clearing of themselves, what Indignation and Revenge? 2 Cor. 7. 11. Though God has forgiven them, they cannot, they will not forgive themselves, they Cut off their right hands,
The Scripture speaking of a Saint according to one or other of these two Principles, speaks of him personally as two Men, each distinct from the other;
The Scripture speaking of a Saint according to one or other of these two Principles, speaks of him personally as two Men, each distinct from the other;
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but spiritually considered under those Divine Qualifications belonging to him, as a new Creature; he is not the same Person in God's account, nor by his own reckoning;
but spiritually considered under those Divine Qualifications belonging to him, as a new Creature; he is not the same Person in God's account, nor by his own reckoning;
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Can we in any sense say, That we do not commit Sin, that we cannot Sin, do no iniquity? Is there such a Principle within us, that we can say from our Consciences, we would not Sin,
Can we in any sense say, That we do not commit since, that we cannot since, do no iniquity? Is there such a Principle within us, that we can say from our Consciences, we would not since,
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if we can truly say, We hate every evil way, do fly all appearance of Evil, cannot suffer Sin in our selves or others, without a holy Indignation against it;
if we can truly say, We hate every evil Way, do fly all appearance of Evil, cannot suffer since in our selves or Others, without a holy Indignation against it;
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what do ye more than others? Opèratio sequitur esse; all things have their active qualities especially where there is Life, there must be active Faculties, and an active Principle;
what do you more than Others? Opèratio sequitur esse; all things have their active qualities especially where there is Life, there must be active Faculties, and an active Principle;
Since we are made partakers of the Divine Nature, surely 'tis in order to a godly life, that it may appear whose off-spring we are, whose image we bear;
Since we Are made partakers of the Divine Nature, surely it's in order to a godly life, that it may appear whose offspring we Are, whose image we bear;
all the difficulty lies in the manner of performing it; the spirituality of the action lies here, that it be done from a Gospel principle, and to a Gospel end;
all the difficulty lies in the manner of performing it; the spirituality of the actium lies Here, that it be done from a Gospel principle, and to a Gospel end;
it must be done in Faith, and in a constant dependance upon Christ for strength, doing what we do as unto the Lord, out of a Religious respect to his Holy will;
it must be done in Faith, and in a constant dependence upon christ for strength, doing what we do as unto the Lord, out of a Religious respect to his Holy will;
These are sure marks of Regeneration. Hold the glass of the word close to your Consciences, look again and again upon these Scriptures, examin your selves strictly by them;
These Are sure marks of Regeneration. Hold the glass of the word close to your Consciences, look again and again upon these Scriptures, examine your selves strictly by them;
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so when spiritual truths are held close to the Conscience, if there be any life there, the Spirit of God within thee, will close with the Spirit of God without thee in the Word;
so when spiritual truths Are held close to the Conscience, if there be any life there, the Spirit of God within thee, will close with the Spirit of God without thee in the Word;
and under these inward workings of spirit I desire to leave you, debating the matter between God and your own Souls till you have brought it to an issue,
and under these inward workings of Spirit I desire to leave you, debating the matter between God and your own Souls till you have brought it to an issue,
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The more we resemble Christ in righteousness and true holiness, the more evident it is both to our selves and others, that we are born of him, descended from him,
The more we resemble christ in righteousness and true holiness, the more evident it is both to our selves and Others, that we Are born of him, descended from him,
this genius or disposition to all practical righteousness, flows from our new Birth, rises out of the new Nature, which the Apostle ascribes to the Death and Resurrection of Christ, as the procuring cause of all newness of life in us, which is but our likeness to his Resurrection; we die with Christ;
this genius or disposition to all practical righteousness, flows from our new Birth, rises out of the new Nature, which the Apostle ascribes to the Death and Resurrection of christ, as the procuring cause of all newness of life in us, which is but our likeness to his Resurrection; we die with christ;
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This plainly proves every regenerate person, as such, to be a doer of righteousness, inclined to all holiness, by virtue of his Regeneration, which casts in a new leven, makes us a new lump;
This plainly Proves every regenerate person, as such, to be a doer of righteousness, inclined to all holiness, by virtue of his Regeneration, which Cast in a new leven, makes us a new lump;
so Grace diffuses it self through every part of the Soul, strengthning the whole man in every part In Regeneration we are renewed after the Image of Christ, growing up into his likeness, like in judgment and affection;
so Grace diffuses it self through every part of the Soul, strengthening the Whole man in every part In Regeneration we Are renewed After the Image of christ, growing up into his likeness, like in judgement and affection;
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'twas wood before, so 'tis still, only there is a new sap secretly convey'd through the pores of it, which make it bring forth more kindly, and pleasant Fruit:
'twas wood before, so it's still, only there is a new sap secretly conveyed through the pores of it, which make it bring forth more kindly, and pleasant Fruit:
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The inclination or tendency of a newborn Soul to holiness, appears three ways. First, Before the Temptation, i. e. not before the being or existence of a Temptation,
The inclination or tendency of a newborn Soul to holiness, appears three ways. First, Before the Temptation, i. e. not before the being or existence of a Temptation,
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or have reason to suspect from the present circumstances we are under, here a regenerate person watches and prays that he may not enter into that Temptation, that God would some way or other divert the Temptation,
or have reason to suspect from the present Circumstances we Are under, Here a regenerate person watches and prays that he may not enter into that Temptation, that God would Some Way or other divert the Temptation,
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when a Temptation shews it self to us at some distance, the Seed of God in a regenerate Soul presently takes the alarm, puts on the whole armour of God.
when a Temptation shows it self to us At Some distance, the Seed of God in a regenerate Soul presently Takes the alarm, puts on the Whole armour of God.
those spiritual Ingredients which the Gospel requires to a work truly holy, are wanting. Thirdly, Whosoever believeth that Iesus is the Christ, is born of God.
those spiritual Ingredients which the Gospel requires to a work truly holy, Are wanting. Thirdly, Whosoever Believeth that Iesus is the christ, is born of God.
The going forth of the Soul, by Faith, unto Christ, as the anointed of the Lord sent and sealed by the Father, to undertake the great work of Man's Redemption, is a sure evidence of Regeneration. All unregenerate men are strangers to Christ, they know him not, they desire him not, they think they can shift well enough without him:
The going forth of the Soul, by Faith, unto christ, as the anointed of the Lord sent and sealed by the Father, to undertake the great work of Man's Redemption, is a sure evidence of Regeneration. All unregenerate men Are Strangers to christ, they know him not, they desire him not, they think they can shift well enough without him:
The Infinite Eternal Spirit of the Son of God, being poured out without measure upon the Man Jesus Christ, operates through both his Natures, hypostatically united in his Divine Person, in whom all the fulness of the Godhead dwells bodily, without any diminution of its infinite excellencies,
The Infinite Eternal Spirit of the Son of God, being poured out without measure upon the Man jesus christ, operates through both his Nature's, hypostatically united in his Divine Person, in whom all the fullness of the Godhead dwells bodily, without any diminution of its infinite excellencies,
Faith in Christ Jesus being the birth of the Spirit, must needs be an infallible mark of Regeneration; the design of the Spirit of God in working Faith in us, is to bring us to the knowledg of Christ,
Faith in christ jesus being the birth of the Spirit, must needs be an infallible mark of Regeneration; the Design of the Spirit of God in working Faith in us, is to bring us to the knowledge of christ,
and the manner of conveying this Eternal Life from God unto our Souls, is called Regeneration. Thus you see how he that believes that Jesus is the Christ, is born of God.
and the manner of conveying this Eternal Life from God unto our Souls, is called Regeneration. Thus you see how he that believes that jesus is the christ, is born of God.
and therefore I shall consider the regenerating Power of actual Faith, and shew how it does discover that new birth that came in with a principle of Faith at first.
and Therefore I shall Consider the regenerating Power of actual Faith, and show how it does discover that new birth that Come in with a principle of Faith At First.
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— So strong are the impressions of Faith, about Christ and our everlasting concernments in him, that we must needs be much affected with the discovery; which lies in two things:
— So strong Are the impressions of Faith, about christ and our everlasting concernments in him, that we must needs be much affected with the discovery; which lies in two things:
Faith draws in the attention of the mind to those things we believe in reference to our selves, fixes our thoughts upon them, dwells upon the consideration of them;
Faith draws in the attention of the mind to those things we believe in Referente to our selves, fixes our thoughts upon them, dwells upon the consideration of them;
all this Faith discovers to us in some measure, filling us with a Holy admiration of God's unspeakable kindness and love to us, provoking us to pursue after the great ends of the Gospel.
all this Faith discovers to us in Some measure, filling us with a Holy admiration of God's unspeakable kindness and love to us, provoking us to pursue After the great ends of the Gospel.
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How busie is the Soul? how full of discourse with it self? What secret inferences does an enlightned Conscience draw from what it believes? This believing Jesus to be the Christ, takes in all that belongs to the Person of Christ, in all his Offices;
How busy is the Soul? how full of discourse with it self? What secret inferences does an enlightened Conscience draw from what it believes? This believing jesus to be the christ, Takes in all that belongs to the Person of christ, in all his Offices;
Let us then judge of the truth of our Faith, by the great change that it always makes in those who are brought out of darkness into this marvellous light.
Let us then judge of the truth of our Faith, by the great change that it always makes in those who Are brought out of darkness into this marvellous Light.
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whether upon their believing in Christ they found themselves born again, made new creatures? It may be they will say, they hope they are the better for believing, that their Faith has not been without some good effect.
whither upon their believing in christ they found themselves born again, made new creatures? It may be they will say, they hope they Are the better for believing, that their Faith has not been without Some good Effect.
Alas, what a slender account is this? how short of a new birth? You may be the same Man that ever you were for all this, in the same state in which you were first born.
Alas, what a slender account is this? how short of a new birth? You may be the same Man that ever you were for all this, in the same state in which you were First born.
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Some outward Reformation there may be, where there is no inward Regeneration. Hast thou a new heart? dost thou lead a new life? is the whole course of thy life changed? are all things become new within and without? Faith in Christ changes us into the same image, transforms us into his likeness, lets in the Spirit of Christ further and further into the Soul, till we are so filled with the Holy Spirit, that there will be at last no room for a worldly spirit to breathe in us;
some outward Reformation there may be, where there is no inward Regeneration. Hast thou a new heart? dost thou led a new life? is the Whole course of thy life changed? Are all things become new within and without? Faith in christ changes us into the same image, transforms us into his likeness, lets in the Spirit of christ further and further into the Soul, till we Are so filled with the Holy Spirit, that there will be At last no room for a worldly Spirit to breathe in us;
When the Apostle would take off the Ephesians from a vain, worldly course of life, he shews the inconsistency of such a course, with the true knowledg of Christ.
When the Apostle would take off the Ephesians from a vain, worldly course of life, he shows the inconsistency of such a course, with the true knowledge of christ.
he does not say, he or she that is born of God, &c. but whatsoever is born of God, every Man, Woman and Child, rich or poor, bond or free, whosoever is born of God, has power and strength from Christ, to overcome the World;
he does not say, he or she that is born of God, etc. but whatsoever is born of God, every Man, Woman and Child, rich or poor, bound or free, whosoever is born of God, has power and strength from christ, to overcome the World;
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but God having chosen some out of the World, and called them to a Heavenly Life, has promised to give them a Heavenly Nature, to beget them again unto himself, to put his own Spirit into them, that they may walk as New Creatures, who are not of the World though they live in it;
but God having chosen Some out of the World, and called them to a Heavenly Life, has promised to give them a Heavenly Nature, to beget them again unto himself, to put his own Spirit into them, that they may walk as New Creatures, who Are not of the World though they live in it;
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they consult not with Flesh and Blood, their affections are suited to the apprehensions of their Faith, they are filled with Joy unspeakable and full of Glory;
they consult not with Flesh and Blood, their affections Are suited to the apprehensions of their Faith, they Are filled with Joy unspeakable and full of Glory;
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by believing they see good days a coming, when all Tears shall be wiped from their Eyes, they wait patiently till then, rejoycing in the hope of the Glory of God.
by believing they see good days a coming, when all Tears shall be wiped from their Eyes, they wait patiently till then, rejoicing in the hope of the Glory of God.
Till we come to Live upon Eternal unseen things, we live but meanly, in the midst of our Earthly sufficiencies we are in straights, still wanting something till Christ be ours, and then all is ours.
Till we come to Live upon Eternal unseen things, we live but meanly, in the midst of our Earthly Sufficiencies we Are in straights, still wanting something till christ be ours, and then all is ours.
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There is no room left then for any further designs, in him we have plenary satisfaction and perfect rest, we shall never have true hearts ease till then.
There is no room left then for any further designs, in him we have plenary satisfaction and perfect rest, we shall never have true hearts ease till then.
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But the difficulty lies in bringing over our hearts to this Newness of Life to this Noble Life of Faith, that fetches all its Comforts from Heaven, casting up its anchor within the Vail, which is sure and stedfast;
But the difficulty lies in bringing over our hearts to this Newness of Life to this Noble Life of Faith, that Fetches all its Comforts from Heaven, casting up its anchor within the vail, which is sure and steadfast;
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Whether it be so with us, whether we have any certain experience of such a thing in our own Souls, we should do well to consider that even upon our knees,
Whither it be so with us, whither we have any certain experience of such a thing in our own Souls, we should do well to Consider that even upon our knees,
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He exhorts those who have put off the old man, and are renewed in spirit, to put away all bitterness, wrath, &c. Before Regeneration, we are foolish, disobedient, living in malice and envy, hatesul, and hating one another: Biting, dev•uring, consuming one another.
He exhorts those who have put off the old man, and Are renewed in Spirit, to put away all bitterness, wrath, etc. Before Regeneration, we Are foolish, disobedient, living in malice and envy, hatesul, and hating one Another: Biting, dev•uring, consuming one Another.
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Having put on the new man, put on therefore as the elect of God, &c. Vide Loc. Were this mark of Regeneration more visible in our days, it would be a token for good, of a more effectual work of the Gospel among us,
Having put on the new man, put on Therefore as the elect of God, etc. Vide Loc. Were this mark of Regeneration more visible in our days, it would be a token for good, of a more effectual work of the Gospel among us,
I will shew how this loving disposition arises out of Regeneration; that the fundamental ground of it is our conformity to Christ, which necessarily follows upon our Regeneration: Christ is the express Image of his Father;
I will show how this loving disposition arises out of Regeneration; that the fundamental ground of it is our conformity to christ, which necessarily follows upon our Regeneration: christ is the express Image of his Father;
— What is thus done unto perfection upon the Bodies and Souls of glorified Saints at the Resurrection, is really done in some degree upon the Souls of the Saints in this life;
— What is thus done unto perfection upon the Bodies and Souls of glorified Saints At the Resurrection, is really done in Some degree upon the Souls of the Saints in this life;
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and cannot but express something of all this, as they are new Creatures, holding forth the Image of the heavenly Adam, which carries them out to a love and liking of it self, in whomsoever it appears:
and cannot but express something of all this, as they Are new Creatures, holding forth the Image of the heavenly Adam, which carries them out to a love and liking of it self, in whomsoever it appears:
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the other is the Eternal Life of God himself communicated in time, and in some degree to his creature Man, which makes him a new creature, taken into the Eternal Life of God himself, according to man's finite capacity.
the other is the Eternal Life of God himself communicated in time, and in Some degree to his creature Man, which makes him a new creature, taken into the Eternal Life of God himself, according to Man's finite capacity.
and quickned by his Eternal Spirit entring into him, has Eternal Life continually communicated to him from Christ the second Adam, who is a quickning spirit, dwelling always in the Saints.
and quickened by his Eternal Spirit entering into him, has Eternal Life continually communicated to him from christ the second Adam, who is a quickening Spirit, Dwelling always in the Saints.
The next thing to be considered is, whether you and I are regenerated, and do feel any symptoms of this new birth in our selves? If not, the Text does plainly conclude against us, that we can't see the Kingdom of God.
The next thing to be considered is, whither you and I Are regenerated, and do feel any symptoms of this new birth in our selves? If not, the Text does plainly conclude against us, that we can't see the Kingdom of God.
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Shew me but one of these marks, and I'll shew you all the rest in that one, at least make it evident to discerning Christians, that they are all comprehended in that one, which you see and own in your selves.
Show me but one of these marks, and I'll show you all the rest in that one, At least make it evident to discerning Christians, that they Are all comprehended in that one, which you see and own in your selves.
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like a Carcass stretched out and stiff, no breath, no motion, no heat, laid out for the Grave, free among the dead, unconcern'd in all the mysteries of the Gospel:
like a Carcase stretched out and stiff, no breath, no motion, no heat, laid out for the Grave, free among the dead, unconcerned in all the Mysteres of the Gospel:
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I don't ask what you hold, or what you profess, or what you know, but what you are, what Newness of Spirit do you find in your selves? My Text speaks of something to be done in you,
I don't ask what you hold, or what you profess, or what you know, but what you Are, what Newness of Spirit do you find in your selves? My Text speaks of something to be done in you,
and upon you, Is that done? Art thou born again? Art thou a new creature? I speak the Language of God to you, a new creature is that which you must be before you die, else you'l be undone for ever;
and upon you, Is that done? Art thou born again? Art thou a new creature? I speak the Language of God to you, a new creature is that which you must be before you die, Else You'll be undone for ever;
Did we come with raised expectations of such a work, we should see the Glory of God in some inward astonishing effects of his mighty power upon our hearts:
Did we come with raised Expectations of such a work, we should see the Glory of God in Some inward astonishing effects of his mighty power upon our hearts:
and when converting Grace comes upon a Man living in sin, to turn him from it, he must needs feel the opposition that is made to the whole course of his corrupt nature;
and when converting Grace comes upon a Man living in since, to turn him from it, he must needs feel the opposition that is made to the Whole course of his corrupt nature;
THE Apostle towards the close of the Ninth Chapter speaking of a twofold Righteousness, of Works and of Faith, tells us that the Gentiles did attain to the Righteousness of Faith,
THE Apostle towards the close of the Ninth Chapter speaking of a twofold Righteousness, of Works and of Faith, tells us that the Gentiles did attain to the Righteousness of Faith,
and going about to establish their own, have not submitted themselves to the Righteousness of God, Rom. 10. 3. Hence the Apostle takes an occasion to compare the Righteousness of the Law, with that of Faith;
and going about to establish their own, have not submitted themselves to the Righteousness of God, Rom. 10. 3. Hence the Apostle Takes an occasion to compare the Righteousness of the Law, with that of Faith;
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calling one our own Righteousness, the other the Righteousness of God, which the Law do's tacitly point to, promising Life to perfect Obedience, this not being found in any mere Man since the Fall, we are directed to seek it in Christ, who is the end of the Law to every one who believes, ver. 4. he brings in Moses, verse the 5th. describing the Righteousness which is of the Law, that the man which doth thsoe things shall live by them.
calling one our own Righteousness, the other the Righteousness of God, which the Law do's tacitly point to, promising Life to perfect obedience, this not being found in any mere Man since the Fallen, we Are directed to seek it in christ, who is the end of the Law to every one who believes, ver. 4. he brings in Moses, verse the 5th. describing the Righteousness which is of the Law, that the man which does thsoe things shall live by them.
He brings in the Righteousness of Faith by a Prosopopeia, speaking it self to an afrighted dejected sinner, who is also brought in musing upon his wretched Condition, full of sad thoughts, saying over many dismal things to himself in his own Heart about his Eternal State,
He brings in the Righteousness of Faith by a Prosopopoeia, speaking it self to an affrighted dejected sinner, who is also brought in musing upon his wretched Condition, full of sad thoughts, saying over many dismal things to himself in his own Heart about his Eternal State,
how shall I get to Heaven, how shall I escape Hell, how shall I dwell with everlasting Burnings which I see no way to avoid by Law, the righteousness of Faith meets this convinced Sinner, in this great distress of Conscience, communes with him, discourses of Christ to him, minds him of his Resurrection from the dead,
how shall I get to Heaven, how shall I escape Hell, how shall I dwell with everlasting Burnings which I see no Way to avoid by Law, the righteousness of Faith meets this convinced Sinner, in this great distress of Conscience, communes with him, discourses of christ to him, minds him of his Resurrection from the dead,
and Ascension into Heaven, you seem (says the Righteousness of Faith) to deny both in talking at this rate, your way to Heaven is plain, Christ is ascended, you shall as surely go to Heaven,
and Ascension into Heaven, you seem (Says the Righteousness of Faith) to deny both in talking At this rate, your Way to Heaven is plain, christ is ascended, you shall as surely go to Heaven,
as Christ is risen from the dead, and the only way to get an Interest in Christ is to attend to the word of Faith that is preached, ver. 8. when once that prevails and brings you to confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God hath raised him from the dead, you shall be saved ver. 9. this proved out of Isa. 28. 16. Whosoever believes on him shall not be ashamed,
as christ is risen from the dead, and the only Way to get an Interest in christ is to attend to the word of Faith that is preached, ver. 8. when once that prevails and brings you to confess with your Mouth the Lord jesus and believe in your heart that God hath raised him from the dead, you shall be saved for. 9. this proved out of Isaiah 28. 16. Whosoever believes on him shall not be ashamed,
Observ. The chiefest thing we should now pray for, is, that we may have an Interest in Christ and his Righteousness, desiring to be found in him, &c.
Observation The chiefest thing we should now pray for, is, that we may have an Interest in christ and his Righteousness, desiring to be found in him, etc.
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Having spoken so much of the Righteousness of Faith, he does in a certain gradation shew the way and means of attaining it, it is not a Righteousness that is to be done by us, to be wrought out with our own hands,
Having spoken so much of the Righteousness of Faith, he does in a certain gradation show the Way and means of attaining it, it is not a Righteousness that is to be done by us, to be wrought out with our own hands,
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but prepared for us by another, freely promised and given to us, therefore it must be askt, it must be earnestly pray'd for, we must beg hard of God to impute it to us, v. 13. the Law propounds the work of Righteousness to be done by us, the Gospel ( Rom. 5. 17.) propounds the Gift of Righteousness to be pray'd for and thankfully received, v. 14. there can be no Prayer without Faith, no Faith without Hearing, no Hearing without a Preacher, no Preachers unless they be sent, from all which he draws this Conclusion, viz. that the next immediate Cause of Faith is Hearing.
but prepared for us by Another, freely promised and given to us, Therefore it must be asked, it must be earnestly prayed for, we must beg hard of God to impute it to us, v. 13. the Law propounds the work of Righteousness to be done by us, the Gospel (Rom. 5. 17.) propounds the Gift of Righteousness to be prayed for and thankfully received, v. 14. there can be no Prayer without Faith, no Faith without Hearing, no Hearing without a Preacher, no Preachers unless they be sent, from all which he draws this Conclusion, viz. that the next immediate Cause of Faith is Hearing.
There is much Preaching and much Hearing in this City, but what comes on't? Truely if Faith does not come, nothing comes that will turn to any good Account to you:
There is much Preaching and much Hearing in this city, but what comes oned? Truly if Faith does not come, nothing comes that will turn to any good Account to you:
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The Apostles in the Primitive times so spake that many believed, Acts 14. 1. with that evidence and power, their words had a special Accent in the Ears and Hearts of those that heard them, God gave a signal testimony to the word of his Grace,
The Apostles in the Primitive times so spoke that many believed, Acts 14. 1. with that evidence and power, their words had a special Accent in the Ears and Hearts of those that herd them, God gave a signal testimony to the word of his Grace,
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yet I am perswaded when Faith comes in some open eminent Conversion, that the whole Assembly is usually struck with some present fear, the Word comes like a mighty rushing Wind into the Congregation, shakes all,
yet I am persuaded when Faith comes in Some open eminent Conversion, that the Whole Assembly is usually struck with Some present Fear, the Word comes like a mighty rushing Wind into the Congregation, shakes all,
something like this may be observed in the Acts of the Apostles, and other passages in the New Testament, it is sit that Grace should be solemnly attended when it goes forth to the publick Conversion though but of one Soul:
something like this may be observed in the Acts of the Apostles, and other passages in the New Testament, it is fit that Grace should be solemnly attended when it Goes forth to the public Conversion though but of one Soul:
the special object of Saving Faith, is the Free-promise of Grace in Christ Jesus, this supports the former, we must believe the Divine Narrative of the whole Will of God revealed in the Bible,
the special Object of Saving Faith, is the Free-promise of Grace in christ jesus, this supports the former, we must believe the Divine Narrative of the Whole Will of God revealed in the bible,
before we can pitch our Faith in any suitable actings upon any part of it, 'tis one thing to assent to the Truth of the Word in General, a further and indeed another thing to apply the Promises;
before we can pitch our Faith in any suitable actings upon any part of it, it's one thing to assent to the Truth of the Word in General, a further and indeed Another thing to apply the Promises;
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he believes a Promise who do's fiducially rely upon it, this is properly Trusting, we believe something in reference to our selves, living in a comfortable Hope and Expectation of it, respecting not only the Truth of the thing,
he believes a Promise who do's fiducially rely upon it, this is properly Trusting, we believe something in Referente to our selves, living in a comfortable Hope and Expectation of it, respecting not only the Truth of the thing,
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but also the Goodness of it in reference to our selves under that possibility, probability or certainty of obtaining it, which our Faith, according to its various Degrees may represent unto us, Faith in the Righteousness of Christ for justification is here principally intended.
but also the goodness of it in Referente to our selves under that possibility, probability or certainty of obtaining it, which our Faith, according to its various Degrees may represent unto us, Faith in the Righteousness of christ for justification is Here principally intended.
I. Hearing is Sensus Discipline, the Sense by which all Knowledge is let into the Soul. There is a two-fold Knowledge belonging to Faith, one leading to it, the other found in it, arising from it,
I Hearing is Sensus Discipline, the Sense by which all Knowledge is let into the Soul. There is a twofold Knowledge belonging to Faith, one leading to it, the other found in it, arising from it,
The First, is Litteral or Historical, 'tis rather notitia then cognitio, a notice or particular information given us of the Contents of the Bible, especially of the report which the Gospel makes of the way of Salvation by Christ, we must know what we are to believe,
The First, is Litera or Historical, it's rather notitia then cognitio, a notice or particular information given us of the Contents of the bible, especially of the report which the Gospel makes of the Way of Salvation by christ, we must know what we Are to believe,
This Historical Knowledge do's not lye in Learning the Scriptures by roat, without any Rational Knowledge of the Litteral Sense and Meaning of those Propositions of Truth that are contained therein, this would be only Memory without any Understanding:
This Historical Knowledge do's not lie in Learning the Scriptures by roat, without any Rational Knowledge of the Litera Sense and Meaning of those Propositions of Truth that Are contained therein, this would be only Memory without any Understanding:
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it lies in the Use and Application of Gospel Truths to our own Souls, when we shape our selves to a real Conformity to the Call of God in every Gospel Truth, acting in a way of Duty what the Word of God commands.
it lies in the Use and Application of Gospel Truths to our own Souls, when we shape our selves to a real Conformity to the Call of God in every Gospel Truth, acting in a Way of Duty what the Word of God commands.
That Faith is Knowledge, I prove thus, Because in Scripture, 'tis opposed to Folly, Blindness and Ignorance, Acts 17. 23, 30. Ioh. 17. 3. Ier. 31. 34. Isa. 9. 1, 2. Besides it has all the effects of Knowledge in the Soul, it gives full satisfaction to the Mind of a Man, removes all doubts, establishes the Heart in a full perswasion of the Truth of the Word of God;
That Faith is Knowledge, I prove thus, Because in Scripture, it's opposed to Folly, Blindness and Ignorance, Acts 17. 23, 30. John 17. 3. Jeremiah 31. 34. Isaiah 9. 1, 2. Beside it has all the effects of Knowledge in the Soul, it gives full satisfaction to the Mind of a Man, removes all doubts, establishes the Heart in a full persuasion of the Truth of the Word of God;
therefore Faith perfects mans Understanding, because it brings in nothing but Truth, no mans Errors do proceed from Faith, he may err in matters of Faith,
Therefore Faith perfects men Understanding, Because it brings in nothing but Truth, no men Errors do proceed from Faith, he may err in matters of Faith,
for man to comprehend, therefore we are called to yield the obedience of faith to his revealed Will, God governs man rather by giving him the knowledge of his Will,
for man to comprehend, Therefore we Are called to yield the Obedience of faith to his revealed Will, God governs man rather by giving him the knowledge of his Will,
Quest. How should Hearing of things above our Reason contribute any thing to our believing them? One would think the oftner we hear them, the more absurd we should count them to be,
Quest. How should Hearing of things above our Reason contribute any thing to our believing them? One would think the oftener we hear them, the more absurd we should count them to be,
Answ. Hearing alone will not let in these Divine Mysteries into our Understandings, Isa. 6. 9, 10. God must inwardly Teach us and reveal them to us by his Spirit,
Answer Hearing alone will not let in these Divine Mysteres into our Understandings, Isaiah 6. 9, 10. God must inwardly Teach us and reveal them to us by his Spirit,
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how it rises out of the Word, in what manner 'tis let into the Soul, I shall endeavour to open to the experience of those who know what it is to hold Communion with God in hearing his Word:
how it rises out of the Word, in what manner it's let into the Soul, I shall endeavour to open to the experience of those who know what it is to hold Communion with God in hearing his Word:
there is some co-incidence in the particulars above-mentioned, yet not without some distinction, which I leave to your own observation, the less of Art or Method there is in handling experimental points, the better, they come with most power to the Conscience in their own simplicity,
there is Some coincidence in the particulars abovementioned, yet not without Some distinction, which I leave to your own observation, the less of Art or Method there is in handling experimental points, the better, they come with most power to the Conscience in their own simplicity,
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and sometimes on t'other, till I have viewed it round, that I may present the whole Truth to you in so great and necessary a point, we can have no saving knowledge of God but in and by his word, we must look through that Glass upon him,
and sometime on tother, till I have viewed it round, that I may present the Whole Truth to you in so great and necessary a point, we can have no Saving knowledge of God but in and by his word, we must look through that Glass upon him,
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and that appearance of God we meet with there, is the beginning of all Religion, the Word never comes with power to our Consciences, till God appear in it.
and that appearance of God we meet with there, is the beginning of all Religion, the Word never comes with power to our Consciences, till God appear in it.
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Whilst we are hearing his Word we see God standing forth, in his own words, declaring himself to be the Author of it, this draws in our attention, adds that weight and authority to the Word, that we cannot but receive it as the Word of God,
While we Are hearing his Word we see God standing forth, in his own words, declaring himself to be the Author of it, this draws in our attention, adds that weight and Authority to the Word, that we cannot but receive it as the Word of God,
Thus God wrought faith in Abraham, Gen. 17. 1. by appearing to him several times as God Almighty and Allsufficient, that Abraham might not doubt of any thing that such a God should promise to him,
Thus God wrought faith in Abraham, Gen. 17. 1. by appearing to him several times as God Almighty and All-sufficient, that Abraham might not doubt of any thing that such a God should promise to him,
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and therefore 'tis said Rom. 4. 3. that Abraham believed God, being fully perswaded that what he had promised he was able to perform, ver. 21. Thus God appeared to Samuel revealing himself to him by his Word 1 Sam. 3. 21. So Christ appeared to Paul by a voice,
and Therefore it's said Rom. 4. 3. that Abraham believed God, being Fully persuaded that what he had promised he was able to perform, ver. 21. Thus God appeared to Samuel revealing himself to him by his Word 1 Sam. 3. 21. So christ appeared to Paul by a voice,
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and a Light from Heaven, I am Jesus, Acts 9. there are spiritual appearances of God now to our Souls under the Preaching of the Gospel answerable to these Visions of Old. God lets himself down into our Hearts, through the apprehensions of our faith, which frames in our hearts a right image of God answerable to that Character he gives of himself in the Word, he shines through the Word in all his Glory,
and a Light from Heaven, I am jesus, Acts 9. there Are spiritual appearances of God now to our Souls under the Preaching of the Gospel answerable to these Visions of Old. God lets himself down into our Hearts, through the apprehensions of our faith, which frames in our hearts a right image of God answerable to that Character he gives of himself in the Word, he shines through the Word in all his Glory,
when he spake of Old to the Patriarchs by an articulate voice, the unwritten word then was accompanied with such convincing signs of his Presence, that they could not but believe it,
when he spoke of Old to the Patriarchs by an articulate voice, the unwritten word then was accompanied with such convincing Signs of his Presence, that they could not but believe it,
and looks a man in the Face, tells him, thus saith the Lord, I am that Lord God Almighty who now speaks unto you, he leaves no Objection unanswered, shews what sure grounds of faith, we have in him, shall God say and not do? 'tis impossible for God to lie, it must be so as God saies, it can't be otherwise, Heaven and Earth shall sooner pass away than one Tittle of the Word be broken,
and looks a man in the Face, tells him, thus Says the Lord, I am that Lord God Almighty who now speaks unto you, he leaves no Objection unanswered, shows what sure grounds of faith, we have in him, shall God say and not do? it's impossible for God to lie, it must be so as God Says, it can't be otherwise, Heaven and Earth shall sooner pass away than one Tittle of the Word be broken,
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but all things are possible with God, and to those who believe in God, they stick at nothing, they are sure Omnipotency knows no difficulties, the Counsel of the Lord must stand, his thoughts shall come to pass:
but all things Are possible with God, and to those who believe in God, they stick At nothing, they Are sure Omnipotency knows no difficulties, the Counsel of the Lord must stand, his thoughts shall come to pass:
so Paul: Oh that God would so manifest himself to every one of your hearts this day, that he would shew himself, come up close to you, look you in the face,
so Paul: O that God would so manifest himself to every one of your hearts this day, that he would show himself, come up close to you, look you in the face,
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and we shall all be made to know the Lord from the least to the greatest, I hope the quickning voice of the Son of God, is now sounding in the Ears of your Faith,
and we shall all be made to know the Lord from the least to the greatest, I hope the quickening voice of the Son of God, is now sounding in the Ears of your Faith,
as they are in Christ they are seen in their living root and principle from whence they spring, meer Scriptural Knowledge is but Historical, we look upon the things we read and hear, rather as notions than realities:
as they Are in christ they Are seen in their living root and principle from whence they spring, mere Scriptural Knowledge is but Historical, we look upon the things we read and hear, rather as notions than realities:
till God fills up all expressions of Scripture concerning himself, with a Divine Presence answerable thereunto, we believe nothing that is said of him,
till God fills up all expressions of Scripture Concerning himself, with a Divine Presence answerable thereunto, we believe nothing that is said of him,
but such a presence of God in his Word, captivates our hearts to the belief of it, we must believe him to be such a God as the Word declares him to be,
but such a presence of God in his Word, captivates our hearts to the belief of it, we must believe him to be such a God as the Word declares him to be,
before we shall count all his sayings true, we must fetch strength from the name of God, Rev. 2. 13. to support our Faith in all its actings upon any part of his revealed will,
before we shall count all his sayings true, we must fetch strength from the name of God, Rev. 2. 13. to support our Faith in all its actings upon any part of his revealed will,
some Truths bare more upon one Attribute, some more upon another, but all are founded in God and in the essential properties of his Nature, from whence they have their verification and accomplishment,
Some Truths bore more upon one Attribute, Some more upon Another, but all Are founded in God and in the essential properties of his Nature, from whence they have their verification and accomplishment,
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but by the Spirit, 1 Cor. 12. 3. he cannot say so and think so, he cannot say so and believe what he says, till the Father reveal his Son in him, Paul by the Light of that Revelation of Christ in him, knew all Gospel Mysteries,
but by the Spirit, 1 Cor. 12. 3. he cannot say so and think so, he cannot say so and believe what he Says, till the Father reveal his Son in him, Paul by the Light of that Revelation of christ in him, knew all Gospel Mysteres,
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and without such an inward spiritual manifestation of God to our Souls, giving us a sight of him who is invisible, 'tis impossible we should ever be throughly convinced of the Divinity of the Scriptures, all Divinity springs from God, leads to him,
and without such an inward spiritual manifestation of God to our Souls, giving us a sighed of him who is invisible, it's impossible we should ever be thoroughly convinced of the Divinity of the Scriptures, all Divinity springs from God, leads to him,
nay it looks him directly in the Face, and can't be considered apart from him, there is but one God and one Faith, God must be in the view of our Faith whensoever we really act it.
nay it looks him directly in the Face, and can't be considered apart from him, there is but one God and one Faith, God must be in the view of our Faith whensoever we really act it.
Neither can we have that inward testimony of the Spirit convincing us of the Divine Authority of the Scriptures, without this special Appearance of God in the Soul as a witness to the Truth of his Word.
Neither can we have that inward testimony of the Spirit convincing us of the Divine authority of the Scriptures, without this special Appearance of God in the Soul as a witness to the Truth of his Word.
While we are hearing the Word, God has invisible wayes of access to our hearts, he conveys himself through his Truth to our Souls, his Divinity leads the way, without some appearance of this, the contents of the Word would have no place in our hearts,
While we Are hearing the Word, God has invisible ways of access to our hearts, he conveys himself through his Truth to our Souls, his Divinity leads the Way, without Some appearance of this, the contents of the Word would have no place in our hearts,
but coming with so great a presence, in so great a name, and with so strong an impression, God himself writing them upon the heart, we cannot but receive his Testimony, the Word comes into our Hearts suddenly before we are aware,
but coming with so great a presence, in so great a name, and with so strong an impression, God himself writing them upon the heart, we cannot but receive his Testimony, the Word comes into our Hearts suddenly before we Are aware,
Hence arises that habitual disposition or inclination to believe, God creates this new heart, I say this infused habit or principle of faith, is antecedent to all acts of faith put forth by us,
Hence arises that habitual disposition or inclination to believe, God creates this new heart, I say this infused habit or principle of faith, is antecedent to all acts of faith put forth by us,
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and is in it self the sole act of God upon us in our first Conversion, it is from this supernatural principle thus infused, that the natural powers and faculties of the Soul of Man, viz. the Understanding and the Will, are enabled to take in things purely Spiritual and Divine, Nature never acts above its sphere, those inbred common Notions that are the Standards and Measures of Natural Truths in all their consequences will never lead us to grant,
and is in it self the sole act of God upon us in our First Conversion, it is from this supernatural principle thus infused, that the natural Powers and faculties of the Soul of Man, viz. the Understanding and the Will, Are enabled to take in things purely Spiritual and Divine, Nature never acts above its sphere, those inbred Common Notions that Are the Standards and Measures of Natural Truths in all their consequences will never led us to grant,
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when we see men acting above themselves, we may conclude they are acted by something higher than themselves, which is the Spirit of Christ dwelling in them.
when we see men acting above themselves, we may conclude they Are acted by something higher than themselves, which is the Spirit of christ Dwelling in them.
This special Appearance of God, with those inward effects of it upon the Soul which I have been speaking of, may be known to Believers, they discern it in others, Acts 11. 17, 18. and do when they give a true reason of their faith, see it in themselves, that all springs from the Fathers, revealing his Son in them, they can give no other reason why they believe in Jesus, 'tis God that opens the door of Faith and makes it effectual, Acts 14. 27.
This special Appearance of God, with those inward effects of it upon the Soul which I have been speaking of, may be known to Believers, they discern it in Others, Acts 11. 17, 18. and doe when they give a true reason of their faith, see it in themselves, that all springs from the Father's, revealing his Son in them, they can give no other reason why they believe in jesus, it's God that Opens the door of Faith and makes it effectual, Acts 14. 27.
'Tis true there is some skill required in Planting, and Watering, but all the encrease comes from God, your Faith consists not in the Wisdom of Man but in the power of God,
It's true there is Some skill required in Planting, and Watering, but all the increase comes from God, your Faith consists not in the Wisdom of Man but in the power of God,
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if God himself do not appear as a witness to his own Truth, as the great undertaker of all that he has promised, what we say will prevail little, your faith must terminate in God himself,
if God himself do not appear as a witness to his own Truth, as the great undertaker of all that he has promised, what we say will prevail little, your faith must terminate in God himself,
and in that Ability that is in him to perform his word, this was the ground of Abrahams faith, Paul knew him whom he believed, 2 Tim. 1. 12. and so must you if ever you believe to the saving of your Souls.
and in that Ability that is in him to perform his word, this was the ground of Abrahams faith, Paul knew him whom he believed, 2 Tim. 1. 12. and so must you if ever you believe to the Saving of your Souls.
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Did you go out of the Congregation after every Sermon you hear under a sight and sense of this appearance of God in his Word, speaking to you from Heaven and shewing himself to your souls in some spiritual resemblance suited and adapted to that Word you are hearing,
Did you go out of the Congregation After every Sermon you hear under a sighed and sense of this appearance of God in his Word, speaking to you from Heaven and showing himself to your Souls in Some spiritual resemblance suited and adapted to that Word you Are hearing,
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how could you reject such a Word, so full of God, so exactly corresponding to what you see in God himself, you must yield and cry out each of you, who am I that I should withstand God?
how could you reject such a Word, so full of God, so exactly corresponding to what you see in God himself, you must yield and cry out each of you, who am I that I should withstand God?
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I shall now shew you how God thus appearing to us in hearing the Word, does open the heart, enlighten the mind and throughly perswade the will, to a through closure with Christ upon Gospel Terms.
I shall now show you how God thus appearing to us in hearing the Word, does open the heart, enlighten the mind and thoroughly persuade the will, to a through closure with christ upon Gospel Terms.
Naturally our hearts are shut up against the Gospel, our Minds are blinded 2 Cor. 4. 4. till God shines into our hearts, to give the light of the Knowledge of the Glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ, ver. 6. Enlightning the eyes of our Understandings, Eph. 1. 17, 18.
Naturally our hearts Are shut up against the Gospel, our Minds Are blinded 2 Cor. 4. 4. till God shines into our hearts, to give the Light of the Knowledge of the Glory of God in the face of jesus christ, ver. 6. Enlightening the eyes of our Understandings, Ephesians 1. 17, 18.
Answ. The Light of Reason lies in the evidence of the thing it self, as it falls under a Humane Understanding, arguing from the cause to the effect, drawing certain conclusions from undeniable premises, granted and acknowledged by all men to be Truths in Nature:
Answer The Light of Reason lies in the evidence of the thing it self, as it falls under a Humane Understanding, arguing from the cause to the Effect, drawing certain conclusions from undeniable premises, granted and acknowledged by all men to be Truths in Nature:
Upon such Concessions they build all their acquired Knowledge, and do put the stamp of Truth upon all fair inferences from thence, which they judge agreeable to those first principles and notions of Truth, that pass for currant under that name among credulous men, who do but think they know, and do rather ghess than judge:
Upon such Concessions they built all their acquired Knowledge, and do put the stamp of Truth upon all fair inferences from thence, which they judge agreeable to those First principles and notions of Truth, that pass for currant under that name among credulous men, who do but think they know, and do rather guess than judge:
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but in God alone, to whom all things are possible, faith excells all other knowledge, in as much as it sees and knows all things in their first Cause, God,
but in God alone, to whom all things Are possible, faith excels all other knowledge, in as much as it sees and knows all things in their First Cause, God,
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and takes hold of them by the very root from whence they first spring, arguing from the Veracity of God, to the Truth of all his sayings, we know that God has spoken thus and thus,
and Takes hold of them by the very root from whence they First spring, arguing from the Veracity of God, to the Truth of all his sayings, we know that God has spoken thus and thus,
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as Ioh. 9. 29. we know the Doctrine is of God, Ioh. 7. 17. and that no prophesie of the Scripture is of private Interpretation, 2 Pet. 1. 20, 21. under this conviction we cannot but yield the obedience of faith to every word of God:
as John 9. 29. we know the Doctrine is of God, John 7. 17. and that no prophesy of the Scripture is of private Interpretation, 2 Pet. 1. 20, 21. under this conviction we cannot but yield the Obedience of faith to every word of God:
but this belongs rather to their after Edification, then to the first act of Faith in their Conversion, by which they close in with Christ, upon the credit of a bare word of promise from him who cannot lie.
but this belongs rather to their After Edification, then to the First act of Faith in their Conversion, by which they close in with christ, upon the credit of a bore word of promise from him who cannot lie.
Answ. 'Tis by a Divine Faith, I call it Divine because 'tis the work of God that we believe his Testimony, Ioh. 6. 29. Quest. Does not this Operation of God upon the Hearts of men in working faith in us, offer violence to mans Nature and force the Will to consent to that which is above the Understanding:
Answer It's by a Divine Faith, I call it Divine Because it's the work of God that we believe his Testimony, John 6. 29. Quest. Does not this Operation of God upon the Hearts of men in working faith in us, offer violence to men Nature and force the Will to consent to that which is above the Understanding:
Or how can the efficacy of Gods Grace in determining Mans Will to such a Spiritual Act of Faith in Christ Jesus be consistent with the liberty of the Will.
Or how can the efficacy of God's Grace in determining men Will to such a Spiritual Act of Faith in christ jesus be consistent with the liberty of the Will.
Answ. Many intricate disputes there are about this Point, managed by subtil heads, not without some shew and appearance of Reason, who to secure the liberty of Mans Will, have denied the efficacy of Gods Grace, placing the power of believing in man himself, to avoid the force that otherwise they think must be offered to his Will.
Answer Many intricate disputes there Are about this Point, managed by subtle Heads, not without Some show and appearance of Reason, who to secure the liberty of men Will, have denied the efficacy of God's Grace, placing the power of believing in man himself, to avoid the force that otherwise they think must be offered to his Will.
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That the Grace of God enters the Soul of man as a New Nature, and therefore cannot put any force upon him, Nature works kindly in all, by Inclination, not by Violence;
That the Grace of God enters the Soul of man as a New Nature, and Therefore cannot put any force upon him, Nature works kindly in all, by Inclination, not by Violence;
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Artificial Christians are all name, without any living Nature answerable to it, being not truly born of God and thereby made partakers of his Divine Nature.
Artificial Christians Are all name, without any living Nature answerable to it, being not truly born of God and thereby made partakers of his Divine Nature.
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The breathing in of this new Nature into the Soul of man by the Spirit of God, is that new Creation spoken of in the Gospel, 'tis the first Act of God in our Conversion, 'tis solely the Act of God, without any concurrence of ours, we have only a passive obediential power to receive the impression!
The breathing in of this new Nature into the Soul of man by the Spirit of God, is that new Creation spoken of in the Gospel, it's the First Act of God in our Conversion, it's solely the Act of God, without any concurrence of ours, we have only a passive obediential power to receive the impression!
'Tis God that makes it, upon this supernatural Principle are grounded all after proceedings in bringing the Soul forward to an actual closure with Christ, all the natural powers and faculties of the Soul are gathered into this supernatural Principle, do act under it, are moved by it,
It's God that makes it, upon this supernatural Principle Are grounded all After proceedings in bringing the Soul forward to an actual closure with christ, all the natural Powers and faculties of the Soul Are gathered into this supernatural Principle, do act under it, Are moved by it,
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In this new Nature are wrapped up the seeds of all Grace, which by the efficacy of the Spirit, are drawn out into act, with the free consent of Mans Will:
In this new Nature Are wrapped up the seeds of all Grace, which by the efficacy of the Spirit, Are drawn out into act, with the free consent of men Will:
yet such an actual inclination was inconsistent with his perfect state, and left such an inherent crookedness in his perverted Nature that nothing but Grace can rectifie and make streight again.
yet such an actual inclination was inconsistent with his perfect state, and left such an inherent crookedness in his perverted Nature that nothing but Grace can rectify and make straight again.
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What is a principle of Grace, but liberty to Good restored to fallen man, from whence an actual inclination to choose what is good do's follow of course,
What is a principle of Grace, but liberty to Good restored to fallen man, from whence an actual inclination to choose what is good do's follow of course,
and it cannot be otherwise, since Grace enters as a new Nature, ingenerating a powerful Principle of Holiness in the Soul, that do's incline a man freely to comply which the efficacious grace of God exciting him to those acts of Holiness so agreeable to the Nature of the new Creature,
and it cannot be otherwise, since Grace enters as a new Nature, ingenerating a powerful Principle of Holiness in the Soul, that do's incline a man freely to comply which the efficacious grace of God exciting him to those acts of Holiness so agreeable to the Nature of the new Creature,
as Sin reigns unto Death, so Grace will reign through Righteousness unto Eternal Life, Rom. 5. 21. Shall not he that raises the dead be able to quicken a dead Soul,
as since reigns unto Death, so Grace will Reign through Righteousness unto Eternal Life, Rom. 5. 21. Shall not he that raises the dead be able to quicken a dead Soul,
then of that which he puts forth upon their Souls, that you may know that the Son of man hath power to forgive sins, Take up thy bed and walk, Mat. 9. 6. This you all see,
then of that which he puts forth upon their Souls, that you may know that the Son of man hath power to forgive Sins, Take up thy Bed and walk, Mathew 9. 6. This you all see,
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let this that you see convince you of that which you see not, and never dispute my power more to forgive sin, I can heal the diseases of the Soul as well as those of the Body, the power that God has to forgive sin is the great prerogative of God, belonging to the soveraignty of his grace.
let this that you see convince you of that which you see not, and never dispute my power more to forgive since, I can heal the diseases of the Soul as well as those of the Body, the power that God has to forgive since is the great prerogative of God, belonging to the sovereignty of his grace.
This arcanum Iehovae, this secret of the Lord is with them that fear him, Psal. 25. 14. The way of the Spirit of God in the hearts of men is discerned by few, 'tis a very hard matter to understand how God works in us to will and to do,
This arcanum Iehovae, this secret of the Lord is with them that Fear him, Psalm 25. 14. The Way of the Spirit of God in the hearts of men is discerned by few, it's a very hard matter to understand how God works in us to will and to do,
The truth is, God in all the efficacious operations of his grace upon the hearts of men, loves to conceal himself, he will not be seen by others to do what he do's in and for his Saints, no noise in the streets, Matth. 12. 19. The kingdom of God comes not with observation, Luke 17. 20, 21. All is done within secretly and silently, non are privy to this heart-work,
The truth is, God in all the efficacious operations of his grace upon the hearts of men, loves to conceal himself, he will not be seen by Others to doe what he do's in and for his Saints, no noise in the streets, Matthew 12. 19. The Kingdom of God comes not with observation, Lycia 17. 20, 21. All is done within secretly and silently, non Are privy to this Heartwork,
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and for the hardening of their hearts, that they may still retain an opinion of their own ability to do that which they see others so freely and willingly addicting themselves unto:
and for the hardening of their hearts, that they may still retain an opinion of their own ability to do that which they see Others so freely and willingly addicting themselves unto:
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yet such in whose hearts God has wrought these mighty works of his grace, they see and feel the weight of his Arm revealed upon their souls, they know it is Gods doing, that a divine power has touched their hearts,
yet such in whose hearts God has wrought these mighty works of his grace, they see and feel the weight of his Arm revealed upon their Souls, they know it is God's doing, that a divine power has touched their hearts,
and carried them out to all these acts of Faith that they put forth, they openly acknowledge this, 1 Cor. 15. 10. Phil. 4. 13. 2 Cor. 3. 5. Gal. 2. 20. Not I but Christ.
and carried them out to all these acts of Faith that they put forth, they openly acknowledge this, 1 Cor. 15. 10. Philip 4. 13. 2 Cor. 3. 5. Gal. 2. 20. Not I but christ.
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When they feel themselves most strengthned by Christ, they are then most sensible of their own selfinsufficiency and weakness, I can do all things through Christ,
When they feel themselves most strengthened by christ, they Are then most sensible of their own selfinsufficiency and weakness, I can do all things through christ,
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and strengthning them with might in their inward man, I live, yet not I, but Christ lives in me, till we can thus distinguish between Nature and Grace,
and strengthening them with might in their inward man, I live, yet not I, but christ lives in me, till we can thus distinguish between Nature and Grace,
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and see God influencing our Wills in all their free motions to that which is good, we shall vainly assume to our selves a power that never yet reduced it self to the least real act of Faith in any man whatever:
and see God influencing our Wills in all their free motions to that which is good, we shall vainly assume to our selves a power that never yet reduced it self to the least real act of Faith in any man whatever:
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if we consider what difficulties, what strong Objections unanswerable by Reason, Faith Acts against in keeping up a lively hope of Pardon in the Conscience of a convinced sinner, we must needs say, 'tis the work of God that we believe;
if we Consider what difficulties, what strong Objections unanswerable by Reason, Faith Acts against in keeping up a lively hope of Pardon in the Conscience of a convinced sinner, we must needs say, it's the work of God that we believe;
Faith is a secret and a sudden work, when it comes it gives some sense of it self to an observing Christian, that quickly convinces us of a change in our selves, a heart truly turned to God, is not the same it was before, not in the same posture, not in the same disposition and frame, there is something new appears in every new Creature, that do's not belong to the Old Man but rises up in opposition to him:
Faith is a secret and a sudden work, when it comes it gives Some sense of it self to an observing Christian, that quickly convinces us of a change in our selves, a heart truly turned to God, is not the same it was before, not in the same posture, not in the same disposition and frame, there is something new appears in every new Creature, that do's not belong to the Old Man but rises up in opposition to him:
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but left as an occasional provocation and challenge to the Grace of God to act in more opposition to those motions of sin, that put a force upon the New Creature, are directly contrary to the bent and genius of our renewed Nature;
but left as an occasional provocation and challenge to the Grace of God to act in more opposition to those motions of since, that put a force upon the New Creature, Are directly contrary to the bent and genius of our renewed Nature;
so 1 Cor. 14. 24, 25. he speaks there of the occasional Conversion of an Unbeliever, who came into the Assembly, where there was Prophesying and Preaching, 'tis probable some such are come in hither to day;
so 1 Cor. 14. 24, 25. he speaks there of the occasional Conversion of an Unbeliever, who Come into the Assembly, where there was Prophesying and Preaching, it's probable Some such Are come in hither to day;
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Oh that God would meet with them, that they might be convinced and fall down upon their Faces, worshipping God, acknowledging that he is among us of a truth;
O that God would meet with them, that they might be convinced and fallen down upon their Faces, worshipping God, acknowledging that he is among us of a truth;
so Acts 2. 37. their Hearts were prick'd, they cry out in the midst of the Sermon, Men and Brethren what shall we do? We want such publick Conversions, had we more of these New Births in our Congregations;
so Acts 2. 37. their Hearts were pricked, they cry out in the midst of the Sermon, Men and Brothers what shall we do? We want such public Conversions, had we more of these New Births in our Congregations;
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as in the Primitive Times the Word was preached with that power, that it wrought a great consternation and astonishment in the whole Assembly, there was a great impression upon their minds, which had various effects;
as in the Primitive Times the Word was preached with that power, that it wrought a great consternation and astonishment in the Whole Assembly, there was a great impression upon their minds, which had various effects;
some blasphemed, and some believed, but all were moved and stirred, struck inwardly, though many saw not the hand that struck them; 'tis otherwise now;
Some blasphemed, and Some believed, but all were moved and stirred, struck inwardly, though many saw not the hand that struck them; it's otherwise now;
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that so great a change as Conversion is, should make so little appearance as it doe's in many pretending to it, is that we should not easily digest, Let every one examine himself.
that so great a change as Conversion is, should make so little appearance as it doe's in many pretending to it, is that we should not Easily digest, Let every one examine himself.
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Should God come upon any of you with a through Conviction of Sin, and give you a real sight of Christ as your only Saviour, you would not be able to contain your selves under this marvellous Light;
Should God come upon any of you with a through Conviction of since, and give you a real sighed of christ as your only Saviour, you would not be able to contain your selves under this marvellous Light;
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'twill be like Fire in your Bones, Ier. 20. 9. you'l immediately spring up as the Goaler did, Acts 16. 29. NONLATINALPHABET, he did not consider which soot he should put foremost,
it'll be like Fire in your Bones, Jeremiah 20. 9. You'll immediately spring up as the Goalkeeper did, Acts 16. 29., he did not Consider which soot he should put foremost,
Faith especially at its first entrance, when it first comes into our Hearts, is alwaies accompanied with a through Conviction of our lost undone Estate:
Faith especially At its First Entrance, when it First comes into our Hearts, is always accompanied with a through Conviction of our lost undone Estate:
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but of that saving Evangelical Conviction that is of the Essence of saving Faith, alwayes accompanying it, it is the reason of Faiths earnestness in its first actings upon Christ, Master save us, we perish.
but of that Saving Evangelical Conviction that is of the Essence of Saving Faith, always accompanying it, it is the reason of Faiths earnestness in its First actings upon christ, Master save us, we perish.
In the Acts we have several instances of Faith wrought in the time of hearing, Acts 10. 44. While Peter yet spake, the Holy Ghost fell on all them which heard the word:
In the Acts we have several instances of Faith wrought in the time of hearing, Acts 10. 44. While Peter yet spoke, the Holy Ghost fell on all them which herd the word:
this you may know by a sudden astonishment, and trembling that sezes upon the Soul, Luke 4. 33. Acts 13. 12. Acts 9. 6. When a discovery of the Evil of Sin,
this you may know by a sudden astonishment, and trembling that sezes upon the Soul, Lycia 4. 33. Acts 13. 12. Acts 9. 6. When a discovery of the Evil of since,
and of the Grace of Christ do meet together in one saving Conviction in the Conscience of an awakened Sinner, we must needs be variously affected with horrour and hope;
and of the Grace of christ do meet together in one Saving Conviction in the Conscience of an awakened Sinner, we must needs be variously affected with horror and hope;
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this may be perceived at the first opening of the Heart to believe the Gospel, a present act of Faith is and will be the present sense of the Soul in and about what it believes;
this may be perceived At the First opening of the Heart to believe the Gospel, a present act of Faith is and will be the present sense of the Soul in and about what it believes;
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Faith touches the Soul in the most sensible part of it, gathers up the Mind and Thoughts of a Man into a close and serious debate with himself, about those things which he believes in reference to himself;
Faith touches the Soul in the most sensible part of it, gathers up the Mind and Thoughts of a Man into a close and serious debate with himself, about those things which he believes in Referente to himself;
it overcomes all contradictions from the Flesh, answers all Carnal Objections, throughly perswades a Man, firmly establishes the Heart in the belief of the present Truth,
it overcomes all contradictions from the Flesh, answers all Carnal Objections, thoroughly persuades a Man, firmly establishes the Heart in the belief of the present Truth,
Suppose one standing in the Spirit of Isaiah at the Meeting-door, as you go forth crying out, Who hath believed our report, to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed this day;
Suppose one standing in the Spirit of Isaiah At the Meeting-door, as you go forth crying out, Who hath believed our report, to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed this day;
so Prayer carries up the sence of the Soul, concerning that word, to God above: Prayer, especially just after Conversion, is but a Holy enlargement of the Heart about those things that God first speaks to us by his Word.
so Prayer carries up the sense of the Soul, Concerning that word, to God above: Prayer, especially just After Conversion, is but a Holy enlargement of the Heart about those things that God First speaks to us by his Word.
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Religion now a dayes is branched out into so many speculations and subtle questions wrapped up in such terms of art, under such nice distinctions, that the power and simplicity of the Gospel is almost lost, ordinary Professors know not what to believe while the Pulpit gives such an uncertain sound.
Religion now a days is branched out into so many speculations and subtle questions wrapped up in such terms of art, under such Nicaenae Distinctions, that the power and simplicity of the Gospel is almost lost, ordinary Professors know not what to believe while the Pulpit gives such an uncertain found.
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There is not so much Rational Knowledge required to the obedience of Faith as some imagine, leave others to dispute, to produce their Reasons pro and con, do you quote Scripture and believe, begging of God to direct your faith into right apprehensions of his revealed Will, hold fast there and you are safe, the greatest Scholars in the World must come down to the plain mans Faith,
There is not so much Rational Knowledge required to the Obedience of Faith as Some imagine, leave Others to dispute, to produce their Reasons Pro and con, do you quote Scripture and believe, begging of God to Direct your faith into right apprehensions of his revealed Will, hold fast there and you Are safe, the greatest Scholars in the World must come down to the plain men Faith,
Mans leaning rather to their own understanding of the thing, than to their faith in the Word, about that thing, hath led them into Error, into false notions of Divine Mysteries.
men leaning rather to their own understanding of the thing, than to their faith in the Word, about that thing, hath led them into Error, into false notions of Divine Mysteres.
hearing the Word is of singular use to Believers themselves, 1 Ioh. 5. 13. to confirm and strengthen your Faith, that you may be built up further in it, furnished with further matter to act it upon.
hearing the Word is of singular use to Believers themselves, 1 John 5. 13. to confirm and strengthen your Faith, that you may be built up further in it, furnished with further matter to act it upon.
but in the power of God, when you have a proof of Christs speaking in any, 2 Cor. 13. 3. then hearken diligently, till you hear an inward Word from this invisible Teacher, you'l never come to Christ.
but in the power of God, when you have a proof of Christ speaking in any, 2 Cor. 13. 3. then harken diligently, till you hear an inward Word from this invisible Teacher, You'll never come to christ.
If all the Ministers in the World should lay their heads together, they could never bring a sinner to Christ, till the Father speaks the word and draw him.
If all the Ministers in the World should lay their Heads together, they could never bring a sinner to christ, till the Father speaks the word and draw him.
So then, neither is he that planteth any thing, nor he that watereth, but God that giveth the increase, 1 Cor. 3. 5, 6, 7. The sum of all is this, We are sent to Preach, that you may Hear;
So then, neither is he that plants any thing, nor he that Waters, but God that gives the increase, 1 Cor. 3. 5, 6, 7. The sum of all is this, We Are sent to Preach, that you may Hear;
we carry the Letter of the Word to your Ears, the Spirit brings it home in the name of God to your Consciences, convincing you that it is his Word, under this Conviction you see the truth of the Word, in the veracity of God, this word of Truth and your Souls meeting so close,
we carry the letter of the Word to your Ears, the Spirit brings it home in the name of God to your Consciences, convincing you that it is his Word, under this Conviction you see the truth of the Word, in the veracity of God, this word of Truth and your Souls meeting so close,
so that when an enlightned Understanding receives the Truth in the love of the Truth, there is a firm Principle of Holiness fixed in that Soul, flowing from that Union to Christ that Faith gives us, this is the beginning and progress of that Faith, the end of which is the Salvation of your Souls.
so that when an enlightened Understanding receives the Truth in the love of the Truth, there is a firm Principle of Holiness fixed in that Soul, flowing from that union to christ that Faith gives us, this is the beginning and progress of that Faith, the end of which is the Salvation of your Souls.
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WE ought to be Doers of the Word and not Hearers only, to maintain good Works for necessary uses, Tit. 3. 14. It behoveth us therefore to know what use we should make of our works and doings in the great business of our Salvation,
WE ought to be Doers of the Word and not Hearers only, to maintain good Works for necessary uses, Tit. 3. 14. It behooveth us Therefore to know what use we should make of our works and doings in the great business of our Salvation,
and is ready to take every thing in a wrong sense and meaning, and to bring down the Mysteries of the Gospel to a low loyal vulgar Notion more suitable to humane Reason.
and is ready to take every thing in a wrong sense and meaning, and to bring down the Mysteres of the Gospel to a low loyal Vulgar Notion more suitable to humane Reason.
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either they do in a careless formal presumptuous manner, pretend to cast all upon Christ, without any serious inquiries after the Truth of Grace in themselves,
either they do in a careless formal presumptuous manner, pretend to cast all upon christ, without any serious inquiries After the Truth of Grace in themselves,
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Secondly, If upon search they find any actings of Grace in their Hearts, any fruits of Grace in their Lives, these are their own proper goods they think, Money found in their own Purses;
Secondly, If upon search they find any actings of Grace in their Hearts, any fruits of Grace in their Lives, these Are their own proper goods they think, Money found in their own Purses;
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it matters not how they came by it, they have it, and they are resolved to convert it to their own proper use, making it nothing less than a part of their Justifying Righteousness.
it matters not how they Come by it, they have it, and they Are resolved to convert it to their own proper use, making it nothing less than a part of their Justifying Righteousness.
They say further, That Christ to compleat our Justification, hath also purchased for us strength and ability to perform the condition of the new Covenant (this we assent to) the performance of which according to them, is to be taken in as a part of our Justifying Righteousness, and this we deny.
They say further, That christ to complete our Justification, hath also purchased for us strength and ability to perform the condition of the new Covenant (this we assent to) the performance of which according to them, is to be taken in as a part of our Justifying Righteousness, and this we deny.
we say, Faith and obedience once proved to be true and genuine, are good evidences of our interest in Christ, whose imputed Righteousness is the sole and only Righteousness by which our Persons are universally justified from all charges and blame whatsoever in the sight of God,
we say, Faith and Obedience once proved to be true and genuine, Are good evidences of our Interest in christ, whose imputed Righteousness is the sole and only Righteousness by which our Persons Are universally justified from all charges and blame whatsoever in the sighed of God,
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which is highly derogatory to the death of Christ, neither will their owning Christ to be the meritorious cause of our Justification salve the matter while they do in any sense require another Righteousness distinct from that of Christs,
which is highly derogatory to the death of christ, neither will their owning christ to be the meritorious cause of our Justification salve the matter while they do in any sense require Another Righteousness distinct from that of Christ,
Secondly, Because there must be a change of state in Justification, and by Justification, before we can derive any saving Grace from Christ to enable us to the least good work. I might also
Secondly, Because there must be a change of state in Justification, and by Justification, before we can derive any Saving Grace from christ to enable us to the least good work. I might also
and I shall shew that that part of our inherent Righteousness that flows from our doing the Word of God, that is, the Work of Faith as done by us in an act of believing, is no part of our justifying Righteousness.
and I shall show that that part of our inherent Righteousness that flows from our doing the Word of God, that is, the Work of Faith as done by us in an act of believing, is no part of our justifying Righteousness.
That which seems to intitle Faith to such an Interest in our Justification as is pleaded for by some, is the phrase and manner of expression which the Scripture uses in speaking of Faith, telling us that Faith is imputed to us for Righteousness, that we are justified by Faith;
That which seems to entitle Faith to such an Interest in our Justification as is pleaded for by Some, is the phrase and manner of expression which the Scripture uses in speaking of Faith, telling us that Faith is imputed to us for Righteousness, that we Are justified by Faith;
whither we are to take up our standing partly in the act of Faith, and partly in the object of Faith, making up a Righteousness, partly from our selves,
whither we Are to take up our standing partly in the act of Faith, and partly in the Object of Faith, making up a Righteousness, partly from our selves,
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and this is that which I affirm, and shall endeavour to make good, and shew you that the Scriptures alledged do not ascribe our Justification to the Act,
and this is that which I affirm, and shall endeavour to make good, and show you that the Scriptures alleged do not ascribe our Justification to the Act,
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First, From those Expressions of Scripture peculiar to Holy Writ, by which the Holy Ghost doth of set purpose limit Faith to its Object, Iohn 6. 47. Rom. 9. 33. Ephes. 1. 13. NONLATINALPHABET, to believe in, into,
First, From those Expressions of Scripture peculiar to Holy Writ, by which the Holy Ghost does of Set purpose limit Faith to its Object, John 6. 47. Rom. 9. 33. Ephesians 1. 13., to believe in, into,
When we are said to be justified by the Faith of Christ, or justified by Faith in Christ, Gal 2. 16. pray must the meaning be, that we are justified by Faith,
When we Are said to be justified by the Faith of christ, or justified by Faith in christ, Gall 2. 16. pray must the meaning be, that we Are justified by Faith,
God hath said he is our Righteousness without any Limitation, without any restriction: Now for Men to say, ay but not all our Righteousness, not our only Righteousness;
God hath said he is our Righteousness without any Limitation, without any restriction: Now for Men to say, ay but not all our Righteousness, not our only Righteousness;
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You may see how severely speaking against God was punished, Numb. 21. 5, 6. And God complains of it, Ezek. 35. 13. With your mouths ye have boasted against me,
You may see how severely speaking against God was punished, Numb. 21. 5, 6. And God complains of it, Ezekiel 35. 13. With your mouths you have boasted against me,
Secondly, If the bare act of Faith without any relation to the object, justifies; then any act of Divine Faith will justifie us as well as Faith in Christ;
Secondly, If the bore act of Faith without any Relation to the Object, Justifies; then any act of Divine Faith will justify us as well as Faith in christ;
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Now the question is whether by this receiving Act of Faith there do redound to us a Righteousness of our own, distinct from that which we receive from Christ? I say no:
Now the question is whither by this receiving Act of Faith there do redound to us a Righteousness of our own, distinct from that which we receive from christ? I say no:
Take it thus, Pray consider what is the sense of a believing Soul under a present Act of faith in Christ? I appeal to you all, I desire you would all be Judges in this matter who have ever been serious,
Take it thus, Pray Consider what is the sense of a believing Soul under a present Act of faith in christ? I appeal to you all, I desire you would all be Judges in this matter who have ever been serious,
don't you mean this? Pray what an absurdity then is it, what a gross contradiction to say I am justified by something in my self, by virtue of that very act of faith, by which I do purposely go out of my self to Christ for all.
don't you mean this? prey what an absurdity then is it, what a gross contradiction to say I am justified by something in my self, by virtue of that very act of faith, by which I do purposely go out of my self to christ for all.
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They cannot speak of Christ, and of the way and manner of applying Christ, but presently they must be Co-workers with Christ in their Justification. Brethren!
They cannot speak of christ, and of the Way and manner of applying christ, but presently they must be Coworkers with christ in their Justification. Brothers!
We must not be perswaded out of our Christian Names, nay out of Christianity it self by those who would impose their own notions upon us, and indeed preach another Gospel;
We must not be persuaded out of our Christian Names, nay out of Christianity it self by those who would impose their own notions upon us, and indeed preach Another Gospel;
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or Angel from Heaven compound Faith and Works, Works and Christ in the matter of our Justification, I doubt not but he would curse them in the name of the Lord.
or Angel from Heaven compound Faith and Works, Works and christ in the matter of our Justification, I doubt not but he would curse them in the name of the Lord.
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When the Scripture speaks of the Doctrine of Faith in the Abstract, it tells us the consequents of it, that according to Gods order and appointment, Faith is requisite unto Justification,
When the Scripture speaks of the Doctrine of Faith in the Abstract, it tells us the consequents of it, that according to God's order and appointment, Faith is requisite unto Justification,
the just shall live by faith, this is Doctrinally true. But he that believes hath everlasting Life, Iohn 3. 39. is justified; this is experimentally true.
the just shall live by faith, this is Doctrinally true. But he that believes hath everlasting Life, John 3. 39. is justified; this is experimentally true.
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God being willing in so great an act of Grace, to speak to our Understandings and Knowledge, he hath appointed Faith as a fit means by which the soul not only doth the thing,
God being willing in so great an act of Grace, to speak to our Understandings and Knowledge, he hath appointed Faith as a fit means by which the soul not only does the thing,
Now that there might be in us a sense of reception of so great a benefit, God resolves to put it into the hand of Faith, which hath a natural sutableness in it,
Now that there might be in us a sense of reception of so great a benefit, God resolves to put it into the hand of Faith, which hath a natural suitableness in it,
3. And lastly, Justification is frequently set down in Scripture without any relation to these acts of Grace in us, to shew that it wholly flowes from Christ;
3. And lastly, Justification is frequently Set down in Scripture without any Relation to these acts of Grace in us, to show that it wholly flows from christ;
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which is, I say, our modus habendi, but still the real cause of our Justification, that which makes us just in the sight of God, is our being in Christ,
which is, I say, our modus habendi, but still the real cause of our Justification, that which makes us just in the sighed of God, is our being in christ,
I do not deny that the faith of the Saints that draws them to Christ, and its efficacy afterwards in all its fruits, will be taken notice of by Christ,
I do not deny that the faith of the Saints that draws them to christ, and its efficacy afterwards in all its fruits, will be taken notice of by christ,
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When saw we thee an hungred, and fed thee? or thirsty and gave thee drink? &c. In as much as ye have done it to one of the least of these, ye have done it to me.
When saw we thee an hungered, and fed thee? or thirsty and gave thee drink? etc. In as much as you have done it to one of the least of these, you have done it to me.
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but the All-knowing God needs no such Evidences for his Information; he knows what is in man, and needs not that any should tell him. He searches the Heart.
but the All-knowing God needs no such Evidences for his Information; he knows what is in man, and needs not that any should tell him. He Searches the Heart.
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Now after they are thus ranked by Christ, and the Angels have declared them to be Sheep, to be true Believers, must they come under a charge of infidelity? Who must draw up this charge,
Now After they Are thus ranked by christ, and the Angels have declared them to be Sheep, to be true Believers, must they come under a charge of infidelity? Who must draw up this charge,
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The judgment of God at the last day will be pursuant to the judgment already past by his Word and Spirit in the Hearts and Consciences of Believers here.
The judgement of God At the last day will be pursuant to the judgement already passed by his Word and Spirit in the Hearts and Consciences of Believers Here.
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And the Devil will have something else to do in that day, when he stands at the head of the wicked to receive his sentence with them, the time of his torment being then come.
And the devil will have something Else to do in that day, when he Stands At the head of the wicked to receive his sentence with them, the time of his torment being then come.
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True, he is now our accuser, and we must labour to overcome him by the Blood of the Lamb, as Rev. 12. 10, 11. that is, by Arguments drawn from the Blood of Jesus;
True, he is now our accuser, and we must labour to overcome him by the Blood of the Lamb, as Rev. 12. 10, 11. that is, by Arguments drawn from the Blood of jesus;
and all the Devils in Hell, 1 Cor. 6. 3. Never fear, you that dye in the Lord, shall rise up under those denyable evidences of a state of Grace, that neither the Devils nor wicked Men shall dare to gain-say.
and all the Devils in Hell, 1 Cor. 6. 3. Never Fear, you that die in the Lord, shall rise up under those denyable evidences of a state of Grace, that neither the Devils nor wicked Men shall Dare to gainsay.
What, must poor Christians who have lived under doubts, fears, under buffetings and temptations, under accusations and challenges from the Devil and their own Consciences, must they rise so? Is this to be raised in power, with our Spirits made perfect? Surely Paul was out in his triumph, Rom. 8. 33. Who shall lay any thing to the charge of Gods elect? Do you make good your Title to Christ now,
What, must poor Christians who have lived under doubts, fears, under buffetings and temptations, under accusations and challenges from the devil and their own Consciences, must they rise so? Is this to be raised in power, with our Spirits made perfect? Surely Paul was out in his triumph, Rom. 8. 33. Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's elect? Do you make good your Title to christ now,
we shall hear the sentence of our Justification from his own mouth, which now we hear only from the mouths of his Ministers that speak to us in his name.
we shall hear the sentence of our Justification from his own Mouth, which now we hear only from the mouths of his Ministers that speak to us in his name.
At how little a hole will self-Righteousness creep in? How apt are we in the pride of our hearts to distinguish our self-Righteousness into our Justification, that we may have somewhat whereof to glory.
At how little a hold will self-Righteousness creep in? How apt Are we in the pride of our hearts to distinguish our self-Righteousness into our Justification, that we may have somewhat whereof to glory.
that is this, I do not deny, but that to believe in God, in Christ, is an eminent piece of service, a great act of Divine Worship, the greatest act of Worship we can perform to God on this side Heaven.
that is this, I do not deny, but that to believe in God, in christ, is an eminent piece of service, a great act of Divine Worship, the greatest act of Worship we can perform to God on this side Heaven.
Faith hath no causality or efficiency at all in contriving, compassing, constituting the great act of Grace, wherein the pardon of our sin and our justification is held forth unto us.
Faith hath no causality or efficiency At all in contriving, compassing, constituting the great act of Grace, wherein the pardon of our since and our justification is held forth unto us.
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even to renounce our own Righteousness, to come in our nakedness and poverty to Christ, without Money or without Moneys worth, that we may be enriched by him in all things.
even to renounce our own Righteousness, to come in our nakedness and poverty to christ, without Money or without Moneys worth, that we may be enriched by him in all things.
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Is not this the old, honest, plain down-right notion of believing? And is this the Conditional service required? Why don't you do it then? Who is against it? Only let them attend to the sense of Faith,
Is not this the old, honest, plain downright notion of believing? And is this the Conditional service required? Why don't you do it then? Who is against it? Only let them attend to the sense of Faith,
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and not be carried away with the meer word and talk of Faith, as their own act, never regarding the inward sense and signification of the thing it self.
and not be carried away with the mere word and talk of Faith, as their own act, never regarding the inward sense and signification of the thing it self.
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and since you will call this a condition, I say, why don't you perform it? Is this the performance of such a condition of believing, according to the sense and meaning of believing, to tell the World that Christ is not our only Justifying Righteousness, that we must seek for something in our selves to joyn with him,
and since you will call this a condition, I say, why don't you perform it? Is this the performance of such a condition of believing, according to the sense and meaning of believing, to tell the World that christ is not our only Justifying Righteousness, that we must seek for something in our selves to join with him,
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I wish we could a little better understand the actings of our Faith, understand the reason, the sense of it, the importance, the intent of an act of Faith, what a thing Faith is.
I wish we could a little better understand the actings of our Faith, understand the reason, the sense of it, the importance, the intent of an act of Faith, what a thing Faith is.
We know but of one Justification, I say, the second Justification, which they talk of, it is implyed in the first; and therefore needless and unscriptural:
We know but of one Justification, I say, the second Justification, which they talk of, it is employed in the First; and Therefore needless and unscriptural:
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But how they will make Faith which is our title to Christ, and unto which Christ and all his benefits are by the Gospel granted, promised and made over;
But how they will make Faith which is our title to christ, and unto which christ and all his benefits Are by the Gospel granted, promised and made over;
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A title adds nothing to the inheritance, makes it neither more nor less, but conveys it down to us, according to the intrinsick value of the thing, be it more or less.
A title adds nothing to the inheritance, makes it neither more nor less, but conveys it down to us, according to the intrinsic valve of the thing, be it more or less.
So that after all this stir about conditions and evidences of our title to Christ, the result of all is this, we have a title, a good title, are under all the conditions and evidences of a good title;
So that After all this stir about conditions and evidences of our title to christ, the result of all is this, we have a title, a good title, Are under all the conditions and evidences of a good title;
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Is this to Preach Christ? To Preach the glad Tidings of the Gospel? Is this the way to quiet and settle the Consciences of poor distressed sinners? surely no.
Is this to Preach christ? To Preach the glad Tidings of the Gospel? Is this the Way to quiet and settle the Consciences of poor distressed Sinners? surely no.
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and yet this is the main Text brought for it, the main proof repeated again and again, to prove inherent righteousness to have an influence into our Justification.
and yet this is the main Text brought for it, the main proof repeated again and again, to prove inherent righteousness to have an influence into our Justification.
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The whole current of Scripture is against Works in Justification, and leads us to a fair construction of that in Iames, that it is to be understood of a justification before men,
The Whole current of Scripture is against Works in Justification, and leads us to a fair construction of that in James, that it is to be understood of a justification before men,
than to seek to draw it out, and so to explain it, as to force it into the mould of Humane Reason, shaping it on every side to an exact conformity to the thoughts and conceptions of our weak imperfect Understanding;
than to seek to draw it out, and so to explain it, as to force it into the mould of Humane Reason, shaping it on every side to an exact conformity to the thoughts and conceptions of our weak imperfect Understanding;
than urge them to such an unscriptural construction of their faith, putting such a title of Honor upon it to the reproach of Christ and his Righteousness.
than urge them to such an unscriptural construction of their faith, putting such a title of Honour upon it to the reproach of christ and his Righteousness.
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What if we know no more of Justification then is absolutely necessary for our Justification? This is the case of many plain, sincere hearted Christians;
What if we know no more of Justification then is absolutely necessary for our Justification? This is the case of many plain, sincere hearted Christians;
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Don't you go home now, and tell your Families that they must not understand this Text so as to look upon Christ as their only justifying righteousness,
Don't you go home now, and tell your Families that they must not understand this Text so as to look upon christ as their only justifying righteousness,
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And therefore down with all this Hay, Wood and Stubble, and labour to walk more sutable to that Holy Faith under the Profession of which you live. Brethren!
And Therefore down with all this Hay, Wood and Stubble, and labour to walk more suitable to that Holy Faith under the Profession of which you live. Brothers!
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Disputes and Words will not do it, till you make it appear, that the Grace of God that hath brought Life and Immortality to light through the Gospel, hath taught you to deny all Ungodliness and Worldly Lusts. This is the way to promote the Doctrine of Justification by Faith alone.
Disputes and Words will not do it, till you make it appear, that the Grace of God that hath brought Life and Immortality to Light through the Gospel, hath taught you to deny all Ungodliness and Worldly Lusts. This is the Way to promote the Doctrine of Justification by Faith alone.
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all Cracks and Flawes, the sinkings, and failings, the bendings and leanings, this way and that way in any part of the building, Heaven will mend all, will set all right and straight;
all Cracks and Flaws, the sinkings, and failings, the bendings and leanings, this Way and that Way in any part of the building, Heaven will mend all, will Set all right and straight;
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3. Shew the necessary connection that is between Evangelical Repentance and saving Faith. 4. The real difference that is between them, notwithstanding this necessary connection.
3. Show the necessary connection that is between Evangelical Repentance and Saving Faith. 4. The real difference that is between them, notwithstanding this necessary connection.
and set home the Law, little will be done, such a work of the Law you have Rom. 2. 15. letting in a Spirit of Bondage upon the Conscience, accusing us for what we have done against the Law,
and Set home the Law, little will be done, such a work of the Law you have Rom. 2. 15. letting in a Spirit of Bondage upon the Conscience, accusing us for what we have done against the Law,
(3.) Legal Repentance is from worldly sorrow, not so much for the sin as the penalty incurred thereby, the apprehension of which is very dreadful to a convinced sinner;
(3.) Legal Repentance is from worldly sorrow, not so much for the since as the penalty incurred thereby, the apprehension of which is very dreadful to a convinced sinner;
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Though I do not deny, but a Repentance purely legal, may have some sense of the evil of sin as sin, not only as malum prohibitum, but as malum in se, as evil in its own nature;
Though I do not deny, but a Repentance purely Legal, may have Some sense of the evil of since as since, not only as malum prohibitum, but as malum in se, as evil in its own nature;
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where common notions of good and evil are not utterly extinguished, it must needs be so, especially under a higher conviction from the Spirit of God, that gives us a farther discerning of the evil of sin,
where Common notions of good and evil Are not utterly extinguished, it must needs be so, especially under a higher conviction from the Spirit of God, that gives us a farther discerning of the evil of since,
no doubt all this came up into his mind, concerning Christ, yet the knowledge of Christ that Iudas had, did not reach so far as to beget the least hope of Mercy from him;
no doubt all this Come up into his mind, Concerning christ, yet the knowledge of christ that Iudas had, did not reach so Far as to beget the least hope of Mercy from him;
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though these legal convictions of the evil of sin in it self, are far short of those more through convictions that accompany true Evangelical Repentance:
though these Legal convictions of the evil of since in it self, Are Far short of those more through convictions that accompany true Evangelical Repentance:
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Pharaoh confessed his sins, and desired the Prayers of Gods People, Exod. 9. 27, 28. Saul wept for his sins, 1 Sam. 24. 16. The effects of Gods wrath are very dreadful upon convinced sinners, may draw Tears from their Eyes,
Pharaoh confessed his Sins, and desired the Prayers of God's People, Exod 9. 27, 28. Saul wept for his Sins, 1 Sam. 24. 16. The effects of God's wrath Are very dreadful upon convinced Sinners, may draw Tears from their Eyes,
such a frame of Spirit bears some proportion to the Holiness of God, argues true Godly sorrow, which worketh Evangelical Repentance unto Salvation. 2 Cor. 7. 10.
such a frame of Spirit bears Some proportion to the Holiness of God, argues true Godly sorrow, which works Evangelical Repentance unto Salvation. 2 Cor. 7. 10.
as in Cain, Saul, Iudas, but Evangelical Repentance does alwayes accompany saving Faith; and of this I am now to speak under the second head; shewing you
as in Cain, Saul, Iudas, but Evangelical Repentance does always accompany Saving Faith; and of this I am now to speak under the second head; showing you
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It came in with the Gospel, the Law never intended any such thing, the sinner was to be cut off by Law, to die without Mercy, in the day thou eatest thou shalt die, says the Law;
It Come in with the Gospel, the Law never intended any such thing, the sinner was to be Cut off by Law, to die without Mercy, in the day thou Eatest thou shalt die, Says the Law;
as his leaving men in an impenitent hardened frame is an act of his Justice and Wrath. The Law in its Original Constitution, does not intend the amendment of the sinner, but his utter Destruction;
as his leaving men in an impenitent hardened frame is an act of his justice and Wrath. The Law in its Original Constitution, does not intend the amendment of the sinner, but his utter Destruction;
'tis Justice in God to make good his own Promises, Rom. 3. 25, 26. 2 Thes. 1. 6, 7. he is a debtor to his own promise, he cannot deny himself, 2 Tim. 2. 13. he owes the performance of his Promise to his Faithfulness and Truth;
it's justice in God to make good his own Promises, Rom. 3. 25, 26. 2 Thebes 1. 6, 7. he is a debtor to his own promise, he cannot deny himself, 2 Tim. 2. 13. he owes the performance of his Promise to his Faithfulness and Truth;
No fallen Angel was saved, because no Elect Angel fell, but there are many of Gods Elect among the fallen Sons of Adam to whom promises of Salvation were made upon their believing in Christ;
No fallen Angel was saved, Because no Elect Angel fell, but there Are many of God's Elect among the fallen Sons of Adam to whom promises of Salvation were made upon their believing in christ;
and that they may render the attainment more easie and feazable to them, they deny absolute Election, bring in Universal Redemption, assert the liberty of Mans Will to believe if he please,
and that they may render the attainment more easy and feazable to them, they deny absolute Election, bring in Universal Redemption, assert the liberty of men Will to believe if he please,
Because in the Law there are not sufficient motives and inducements to Repentance, nothing that encourages to it, that renders it available to mans Salvation, the law cannot give life to a sinner upon his repentance;
Because in the Law there Are not sufficient motives and inducements to Repentance, nothing that encourages to it, that renders it available to men Salvation, the law cannot give life to a sinner upon his Repentance;
the Gospel can, but the Law cannot, could a man under the Law, Repent, suppose that? What would he get by it, he must to Hell after all, the Law as a Covenant of Works does not seek to bring a sinner to Repentance,
the Gospel can, but the Law cannot, could a man under the Law, repent, suppose that? What would he get by it, he must to Hell After all, the Law as a Covenant of Works does not seek to bring a sinner to Repentance,
You'l say then, is the Law against Repentance? I don't say so neither; for take Repentance as 'tis a just equitable thing, as a holy disposition of mind;
You'll say then, is the Law against Repentance? I don't say so neither; for take Repentance as it's a just equitable thing, as a holy disposition of mind;
The Law cannot contradict it self, having already pronounced a peremptory sentence of death upon the sinner, 'tis impossible the Law should ever gier repentance unto Life, the Law insists upon the Execution of its own Judgement,
The Law cannot contradict it self, having already pronounced a peremptory sentence of death upon the sinner, it's impossible the Law should ever gier Repentance unto Life, the Law insists upon the Execution of its own Judgement,
3. This Evangelical Repentance implies real Sanctification, but the Law sanctifies no man, because it can't convey its own Holiness to another, can't alter the Nature of a Man,
3. This Evangelical Repentance Implies real Sanctification, but the Law Sanctifies no man, Because it can't convey its own Holiness to Another, can't altar the Nature of a Man,
though he know it displeases God yet he likes it never the worse for that, might he but escape the punishment, 'tis not the wrath of God in it self that he fears,
though he know it displeases God yet he likes it never the Worse for that, might he but escape the punishment, it's not the wrath of God in it self that he fears,
4. Repentance is a turning unto God, but the Law gives no encouragement to a sinner to turn to God, it holds forth the Wrath of God against him, that makes him run from the presence of an angry God and hide himself as Adam did,
4. Repentance is a turning unto God, but the Law gives no encouragement to a sinner to turn to God, it holds forth the Wrath of God against him, that makes him run from the presence of an angry God and hide himself as Adam did,
God offers Grace to sinners, because he intends to give Faith and Repentance to as many as are ordained unto Life, Faith inclines us to beg Repentance, disposes us to it, laies open the foulness of sin so plainly,
God offers Grace to Sinners, Because he intends to give Faith and Repentance to as many as Are ordained unto Life, Faith inclines us to beg Repentance, disposes us to it, lays open the foulness of since so plainly,
a man is so convinced that he cannot rest till he has found out an effectual remedy to cure so deadly a disease, nothing will satisfie him but Christ, we see not all that is in sin;
a man is so convinced that he cannot rest till he has found out an effectual remedy to cure so deadly a disease, nothing will satisfy him but christ, we see not all that is in since;
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Behold the Lamb of God, &c. a Sacrifice of Gods providing, all the Bulls, Goats, Sheep and Lambs of Mans procuring will never expiate sin, nothing that is among men can do it,
Behold the Lamb of God, etc. a Sacrifice of God's providing, all the Bulls, Goats, Sheep and Lambs of men procuring will never expiate since, nothing that is among men can do it,
but God has a Lamb, cherished in his own bosom from Eternity, this Lamb must be slain to take away the sins of the World, 'tis very astonishing to think what God parted with from himself to satisfie his own Justice;
but God has a Lamb, cherished in his own bosom from Eternity, this Lamb must be slave to take away the Sins of the World, it's very astonishing to think what God parted with from himself to satisfy his own justice;
infinite Grace lays out it self to satisfie infinite Justice, and satisfied Justice gives way to infinite Grace to glorifie it self in mans free Redemption.
infinite Grace lays out it self to satisfy infinite justice, and satisfied justice gives Way to infinite Grace to Glorify it self in men free Redemption.
3. It convinces us not only of particular sins, but of the general Corruption of our Nature, 'tis by a Divine supernatural Light that we discern this, we have a feeling of it in our selves, from an inward Principle of a higher Life raised up in us by the power of God in our Regeneration, which will not suffer us to walk any more after the flesh, we cry and complain of that proneness that is in us to evil;
3. It convinces us not only of particular Sins, but of the general Corruption of our Nature, it's by a Divine supernatural Light that we discern this, we have a feeling of it in our selves, from an inward Principle of a higher Life raised up in us by the power of God in our Regeneration, which will not suffer us to walk any more After the Flesh, we cry and complain of that proneness that is in us to evil;
O wretched man that I am, &c. Rom. 7. No unconverted man is brought in complaining of the Corruption of his Nature, only David, and Paul, and such like, but none else.
O wretched man that I am, etc. Rom. 7. No unconverted man is brought in complaining of the Corruption of his Nature, only David, and Paul, and such like, but none Else.
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Rom. 7. 12. This is a main difference between Legal and Evangelical Repentance, that Conviction and Sense that is in a Legal Repentance of the Holiness of the Law, is very small, next to none at all,
Rom. 7. 12. This is a main difference between Legal and Evangelical Repentance, that Conviction and Sense that is in a Legal Repentance of the Holiness of the Law, is very small, next to none At all,
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and that which is, proceeds chiefly from the remainders of light in all natural Men, left on purpose in the Conscience, that all reverence of God and his Law might not be quite cast off,
and that which is, proceeds chiefly from the remainders of Light in all natural Men, left on purpose in the Conscience, that all Reverence of God and his Law might not be quite cast off,
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as in Iudas, but all this never begets any true love to Holiness, for still they go on in their sins and have pleasure in them that do so, Rom. 1. 32. which is a great demonstration of the absolute Dominion sin has over fallen man, in carrying him on not only against the known Law of God written in the Word,
as in Iudas, but all this never begets any true love to Holiness, for still they go on in their Sins and have pleasure in them that do so, Rom. 1. 32. which is a great demonstration of the absolute Dominion since has over fallen man, in carrying him on not only against the known Law of God written in the Word,
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but against all the natural Notions of the Law written in his own heart, nothing can hold him in, he despises God and man and his own Conscience, he will not be a Law to himself.
but against all the natural Notions of the Law written in his own heart, nothing can hold him in, he despises God and man and his own Conscience, he will not be a Law to himself.
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what is sin, and what is not, Adam and Eve in innocency were under this Conviction, they knew what God had forbidden, viz. to eat of the Tree of Knowledge of good and evil,
what is since, and what is not, Adam and Eve in innocency were under this Conviction, they knew what God had forbidden, viz. to eat of the Tree of Knowledge of good and evil,
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but by the subtilty of the Devil they yielded to the Temptation, and did eat: if their perfect knowledge of the Law could not keep them in Innocency, from falling,
but by the subtlety of the devil they yielded to the Temptation, and did eat: if their perfect knowledge of the Law could not keep them in Innocency, from falling,
and know our selves to be Transgressors of a holy righteous Law, they fall short in all the forementioned properties of saving Conviction, they leave us without hope of Mercy, work no renovation of nature in us, they may disturb us in the present act of sin,
and know our selves to be Transgressors of a holy righteous Law, they fallen short in all the forementioned properties of Saving Conviction, they leave us without hope of Mercy, work no renovation of nature in us, they may disturb us in the present act of since,
and terrifie us much about that, laying some present restraint upon us, but they work no real Reformation in us, Iudas was in great horror of Conscience for betraying his Master, was much troubled that he should have a hand in shedding innocent blood:
and terrify us much about that, laying Some present restraint upon us, but they work no real Reformation in us, Iudas was in great horror of Conscience for betraying his Master, was much troubled that he should have a hand in shedding innocent blood:
and yet under the light and power of this Conviction, how evil it was to Murder another, he hangs himself, which was as contrary to Law, as killing another:
and yet under the Light and power of this Conviction, how evil it was to Murder Another, he hangs himself, which was as contrary to Law, as killing Another:
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but they never lead him into a constant setled way of true Holiness, whence I infer that Convictions purely legal will never work Repentance unto Life.
but they never led him into a constant settled Way of true Holiness, whence I infer that Convictions purely Legal will never work Repentance unto Life.
and come short of it, he rejoyces at the good News of the Gospel, begins to lift up his head in some expectation of a blessed Redemption, he serves God chearfully being perswaded that his Duties and Services will be pleasing to him and accepted by him for Christ sake, Psal. 130. 4. Hos. 6. 1, 2. a sence of love and mercy quicken up a drooping trembling sinner to return unto God, the Prodigal remembred what a kind Father he had, Luk. 15. 18. 'twas Pauls Argument, Rom. 12. 1. 2 Cor. 7. 1. 'Tis a sad thing that the Grace of the Gospel which is intended to keep men from Despair, should be some be made an encouragement to presumption, God forbid we should continue in Sin because Grace abounds.
and come short of it, he rejoices At the good News of the Gospel, begins to lift up his head in Some expectation of a blessed Redemption, he serves God cheerfully being persuaded that his Duties and Services will be pleasing to him and accepted by him for christ sake, Psalm 130. 4. Hos. 6. 1, 2. a sense of love and mercy quicken up a drooping trembling sinner to return unto God, the Prodigal remembered what a kind Father he had, Luk. 15. 18. 'twas Paul's Argument, Rom. 12. 1. 2 Cor. 7. 1. It's a sad thing that the Grace of the Gospel which is intended to keep men from Despair, should be Some be made an encouragement to presumption, God forbid we should continue in since Because Grace abounds.
2. The Grace of the Gospel is not only an appointed Means, but is in its own nature a fit means to work repentance, suited and adapted to that end, the goodness of God leads us to repentance, the Schoolmen tell us that amor est congregativus, and they give this reason for it,
2. The Grace of the Gospel is not only an appointed Means, but is in its own nature a fit means to work Repentance, suited and adapted to that end, the Goodness of God leads us to Repentance, the Schoolmen tell us that amor est congregativus, and they give this reason for it,
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because it does congregate and gather in our roving scattered thoughts from those various lesser Objects after which they go, fixing our Minds upon God, the only soulsatisfying Object.
Because it does congregate and gather in our roving scattered thoughts from those various lesser Objects After which they go, fixing our Minds upon God, the only Soul-satisfying Object.
Love is conciliative, when God doth through Faith let in any sense of his intended grace towards sinners, the heart melts under it, a sinner does not repent that he may believe,
Love is conciliative, when God does through Faith let in any sense of his intended grace towards Sinners, the heart melts under it, a sinner does not Repent that he may believe,
but because he does believe, something of the Love of God to sinners in Christ Jesus, some inkling of this is come to his ear, hath touched his very heart,
but Because he does believe, something of the Love of God to Sinners in christ jesus, Some inkling of this is come to his ear, hath touched his very heart,
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3. Because Christ gives repentance, Act. 5. 31. he purchased this and all other graces for us, by dying for us, he not only obtained pardon of Sin in our Justification,
3. Because christ gives Repentance, Act. 5. 31. he purchased this and all other graces for us, by dying for us, he not only obtained pardon of since in our Justification,
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but all inherent Graces in the Saints come from Christ, he procured them for us, he works them in us, his sufferings being not only satisfactory for sin,
but all inherent Graces in the Saints come from christ, he procured them for us, he works them in us, his sufferings being not only satisfactory for since,
and 'tis an act of special grace towards us when he doth, but he will first satisfie the Law and Justice of God, that being brought under grace by our free Justification, we may answer to the Law of grace in our sanctification, denying all Ungodliness and Worldly Lusts, living soberly and righteously here below as the redeemed of the Lord ought to do;
and it's an act of special grace towards us when he does, but he will First satisfy the Law and justice of God, that being brought under grace by our free Justification, we may answer to the Law of grace in our sanctification, denying all Ungodliness and Worldly Lustiest, living soberly and righteously Here below as the redeemed of the Lord ought to do;
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but God suited his Law to those inbred Notions and Principles of Truth, that were concreated in us, the way of salvation through Faith and Repentance being supernatural;
but God suited his Law to those inbred Notions and Principles of Truth, that were Concreated in us, the Way of salvation through Faith and Repentance being supernatural;
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we must apply our selves to the Gospel to know this. 3. The necessary Connection that is between Evangelical Repentance and saving Faith. I prove, it thus.
we must apply our selves to the Gospel to know this. 3. The necessary Connection that is between Evangelical Repentance and Saving Faith. I prove, it thus.
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In the first production of Repentance if you consider how this was wrought by Iohns Ministry, Mat. 3. and Luk. 3. these two things will evidently appear.
In the First production of Repentance if you Consider how this was wrought by Iohns Ministry, Mathew 3. and Luk. 3. these two things will evidently appear.
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I come as a forerunner to prepare the way, that by bringing you the first newes of Gods intended grace and favour towards you, I might soften and mollify your hearts and dispose you to a ready thankful acceptance of Christ, this offer of Grace is called the Kingdom of Heaven because it is inclusive of all the happiness that Heaven can afford:
I come as a forerunner to prepare the Way, that by bringing you the First news of God's intended grace and favour towards you, I might soften and mollify your hearts and dispose you to a ready thankful acceptance of christ, this offer of Grace is called the Kingdom of Heaven Because it is inclusive of all the happiness that Heaven can afford:
all good comes along with Pardoning Grace, I see says Iohn, you are all lying under the sad damning circumstances of your own sins, in a very woful miserable condition, compassed about with Hell and Death, with horror and darkness, all things round about you, look very black and dismal, I am come to put you into a better state, to offer you a Kingdom, which will shortly appear in all its Glory;
all good comes along with Pardoning Grace, I see Says John, you Are all lying under the sad damning Circumstances of your own Sins, in a very woeful miserable condition, compassed about with Hell and Death, with horror and darkness, all things round about you, look very black and dismal, I am come to put you into a better state, to offer you a Kingdom, which will shortly appear in all its Glory;
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or you have done that now which your own Consciences will so interpret at the last day, they will then tell you you might have had life and pardon, but would not;
or you have done that now which your own Consciences will so interpret At the last day, they will then tell you you might have had life and pardon, but would not;
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so to be brought to Repentance by the Preaching of the Gospel does necessarily imply Faith in the Gospel, 'tis impossible that a Tender of Grace should work Repentance till 'tis believed, 'tis of no force, makes no impression upon the Mind of a Man till then,
so to be brought to Repentance by the Preaching of the Gospel does necessarily imply Faith in the Gospel, it's impossible that a Tender of Grace should work Repentance till it's believed, it's of no force, makes no impression upon the Mind of a Man till then,
there is in the Gospel a general offer of Mercy to sinners, this proves an effectual means to beget Faith in all that are ordained unto life, upon their believing this general offer of Grace, their hearts begin to melt under it,
there is in the Gospel a general offer of Mercy to Sinners, this Proves an effectual means to beget Faith in all that Are ordained unto life, upon their believing this general offer of Grace, their hearts begin to melt under it,
and some inclination to Repentance is wrought in them, this Faith and this Repentance wrought in a more general way at first, do form themselves into more particular and distinct acts afterwards,
and Some inclination to Repentance is wrought in them, this Faith and this Repentance wrought in a more general Way At First, do from themselves into more particular and distinct acts afterwards,
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Our first Faith wrought in us upon the general proposal of Gospel Grace, contains in it a saving Conviction of Sin, 'tis impossible to receive grace without it, grace is nothing to us, of no signification to us,
Our First Faith wrought in us upon the general proposal of Gospel Grace, contains in it a Saving Conviction of since, it's impossible to receive grace without it, grace is nothing to us, of no signification to us,
but as it gives relief against sin, which we must have some sense of, before we apply our selves to the grace of God for Pardon, we must see something in our selves that wants a pardon,
but as it gives relief against since, which we must have Some sense of, before we apply our selves to the grace of God for Pardon, we must see something in our selves that Wants a pardon,
and this is the begining of Faith, and with our first Faith Light comes in giving us some Gospel Conviction of sin in order to Repentance, I call it a Gospel Conviction,
and this is the beginning of Faith, and with our First Faith Light comes in giving us Some Gospel Conviction of since in order to Repentance, I call it a Gospel Conviction,
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because it is wrought by means of the Gospel, all after acts of Faith and Repentance have their rise from this first work, which brings me to the second Point, viz.
Because it is wrought by means of the Gospel, all After acts of Faith and Repentance have their rise from this First work, which brings me to the second Point, viz.
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so Repentance is the reason of every particular act of Faith put forth upon Christ for Pardon, 'tis impossible to make up the full sense of an act of Faith on our part,
so Repentance is the reason of every particular act of Faith put forth upon christ for Pardon, it's impossible to make up the full sense of an act of Faith on our part,
If Faith and Repentance be thus always joyned together, does it not follow that we are justified by our Repentance as well as by Faith? I Answer, No. Though we are not saved without Repentance, it does not therefore follow that we are justified by our Repentance;
If Faith and Repentance be thus always joined together, does it not follow that we Are justified by our Repentance as well as by Faith? I Answer, No. Though we Are not saved without Repentance, it does not Therefore follow that we Are justified by our Repentance;
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but some to make good this Assertion have coyned many subtle distinctions, relating to both. Before I give a particular reply to this, let me say something in general.
but Some to make good this Assertion have coined many subtle Distinctions, relating to both. Before I give a particular reply to this, let me say something in general.
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Religion may be considered, either in its primitive purity and simplicity, as it was laid down in the Fundamental Principles of it, by Christ and his Apostles.
Religion may be considered, either in its primitive purity and simplicity, as it was laid down in the Fundamental Principles of it, by christ and his Apostles.
Or as it has since been drawn through the various Discourses, Reasonings and Writings of Men for so many Centuries past, this has so much overcharged Religion with so many nice distinctions, intricate questions,
Or as it has since been drawn through the various Discourses, Reasonings and Writings of Men for so many Centuries past, this has so much overcharged Religion with so many Nicaenae Distinctions, intricate questions,
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The best way is to return to the primitive simplicity of the Gospel, especially in judging of Fundamentals, which are plainly and clearly laid down there in Terms very intelligible.
The best Way is to return to the primitive simplicity of the Gospel, especially in judging of Fundamentals, which Are plainly and clearly laid down there in Terms very intelligible.
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did we dwell more upon what is plainly revealed as fundamentally necessary to Salvation, we should better discern, by the light of those Fundamentals, the just consequences of them, in any deductions from them, which may not be so particularly and expresly spoken unto in Scripture.
did we dwell more upon what is plainly revealed as fundamentally necessary to Salvation, we should better discern, by the Light of those Fundamentals, the just consequences of them, in any deductions from them, which may not be so particularly and expressly spoken unto in Scripture.
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Answ. There is a great deal of difference between Justification and Salvation, Salvation includes all qualifications belonging to that state, Justification lets us into that state;
Answer There is a great deal of difference between Justification and Salvation, Salvation includes all qualifications belonging to that state, Justification lets us into that state;
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He that receives all from another, gives nothing to himself, he does indeed apply to himself, to his own use and benefit, what is freely given to him by another,
He that receives all from Another, gives nothing to himself, he does indeed apply to himself, to his own use and benefit, what is freely given to him by Another,
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Faith in its justifying act does not look to it self as our grace, but unto Christ as our Righteousness, the inherent grace of Faith is not our justifying Righteousness,
Faith in its justifying act does not look to it self as our grace, but unto christ as our Righteousness, the inherent grace of Faith is not our justifying Righteousness,
And if it be so with faith, if that be shut out from being any part of our justifying Righteousness, 'twill hold true much more in all other saving graces that spring from faith,
And if it be so with faith, if that be shut out from being any part of our justifying Righteousness, it'll hold true much more in all other Saving graces that spring from faith,
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whether Hope, Love, Fear, Repentance, &c. Repentance proves our Faith to be saving, such a faith as gives us an Interest in Christ, faith adds nothing to the Righteousness of Christ,
whither Hope, Love, fear, Repentance, etc. Repentance Proves our Faith to be Saving, such a faith as gives us an Interest in christ, faith adds nothing to the Righteousness of christ,
but applies it as it is, it only gives us an Interest in it, and makes it ours by vertue of the Promise tendring it to us, by receiving the Promise we have a sure interest in the thing promised,
but Applies it as it is, it only gives us an Interest in it, and makes it ours by virtue of the Promise tendering it to us, by receiving the Promise we have a sure Interest in the thing promised,
and may ever after count it our own, and if we are not justified by our graces themselves, much less by our good works, which are the fruits and issues of them, we must resolve all our graces into faith,
and may ever After count it our own, and if we Are not justified by our graces themselves, much less by our good works, which Are the fruits and issues of them, we must resolve all our graces into faith,
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yet two distinct Graces, so 'tis with Faith and Repentance, they grow together as different Branches from the same Root that bears and feeds them both, they are the two Vital Constituent parts of a Christian, which have their distinct Offices and Influences:
yet two distinct Graces, so it's with Faith and Repentance, they grow together as different Branches from the same Root that bears and feeds them both, they Are the two Vital Constituent parts of a Christian, which have their distinct Offices and Influences:
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Repentance is the same in Principle with Faith, though they receive different denominations, from the different objects and occasions about which they act:
Repentance is the same in Principle with Faith, though they receive different denominations, from the different objects and occasions about which they act:
as Faith acts upon Christ for an Interest in his Righteousness, so Repentance acts towards God, acknowledging our own Unrighteousness and bewailing it, we cannot rejoyce in the Righteousness of Christ, till we mourn for our own sins;
as Faith acts upon christ for an Interest in his Righteousness, so Repentance acts towards God, acknowledging our own Unrighteousness and bewailing it, we cannot rejoice in the Righteousness of christ, till we mourn for our own Sins;
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Christ reconciles God to us, by the attonement offer'd, 2 Cor. 5. 20, 21. and us to God by working Repentance in us, who were Enemies to him in our Minds by wicked works, Col. 1. 21. alienated from the life of God, Col. 4. 18. This Enmity against God and alienation from him, is removed by Repentance:
christ reconciles God to us, by the atonement offered, 2 Cor. 5. 20, 21. and us to God by working Repentance in us, who were Enemies to him in our Minds by wicked works, Col. 1. 21. alienated from the life of God, Col. 4. 18. This Enmity against God and alienation from him, is removed by Repentance:
faith lists up and comforts a guilty sinner upon one account, Repentance humbles him and lays him low upon another account, filling him with godly sorrow for his sins.
faith lists up and comforts a guilty sinner upon one account, Repentance humbles him and lays him low upon Another account, filling him with godly sorrow for his Sins.
but your faith in or according to that doctrine, that saves you, the just shall live by his own faith, the doctrine of faith is an external thing laid down in the letter of the word,
but your faith in or according to that Doctrine, that saves you, the just shall live by his own faith, the Doctrine of faith is an external thing laid down in the Letter of the word,
and pressing upon you as that that will certainly produce Repentance, Zach. 12. 10. 'Tis one thing to have a Notional Knowledge of the doctrine of faith as contained in the letter of the word, another thing to be under the power of the grace of faith as it passes thorow the heart in the lively actings of it:
and pressing upon you as that that will Certainly produce Repentance, Zach 12. 10. It's one thing to have a Notional Knowledge of the Doctrine of faith as contained in the Letter of the word, Another thing to be under the power of the grace of faith as it passes thorough the heart in the lively actings of it:
Notions of things may be separated from those effects that alwayes attend the things themselves when they are in being, we may shake and freeze under our notions of fire,
Notions of things may be separated from those effects that always attend the things themselves when they Are in being, we may shake and freeze under our notions of fire,
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I mean of the grace of faith, among professors, there would be more Repentance, let us not flatter our selves in the good opinion we have of our faith,
I mean of the grace of faith, among professors, there would be more Repentance, let us not flatter our selves in the good opinion we have of our faith,
not that we make Repentance any Meritorious Cause of Pardon, or that it is to be rested in as any satisfaction for sin, only we affirm that justifying faith alwayes works Repentance.
not that we make Repentance any Meritorious Cause of Pardon, or that it is to be rested in as any satisfaction for since, only we affirm that justifying faith always works Repentance.
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but because you have once repented, you must always repent, you entred into Covenant with God for your whole lives, to repent of every sin you should fall into,
but Because you have once repented, you must always Repent, you entered into Covenant with God for your Whole lives, to Repent of every since you should fallen into,
3. Because they have long since reformed what was amiss in their Lives, and refrained from the outward acts of those sins they lived in heretofore, all this may be without any true Repentance, you say you have forsaken your sins that is a gross mistake,
3. Because they have long since reformed what was amiss in their Lives, and refrained from the outward acts of those Sins they lived in heretofore, all this may be without any true Repentance, you say you have forsaken your Sins that is a gross mistake,
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for till you repent of them you have not forsaken them in Gods account, but are still looked upon as those who justifie your selves in those very sins,
for till you Repent of them you have not forsaken them in God's account, but Are still looked upon as those who justify your selves in those very Sins,
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if not why don't you repent of them, you alwayes abide under the guilt of that sin which you have not repented of, the turning of the heart to God, can never be without Repentance;
if not why don't you Repent of them, you always abide under the guilt of that since which you have not repented of, the turning of the heart to God, can never be without Repentance;
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till then you still retain the good opinion you had of your sins, your heart is set upon them still, nothing but Repentance turns the heart another way.
till then you still retain the good opinion you had of your Sins, your heart is Set upon them still, nothing but Repentance turns the heart Another Way.
4. Because they reckon all their particular sins among their Infirmities, and therefore a slight Repentance will serve the turn, they think they will be pardoned of Course to them, without any more ado.
4. Because they reckon all their particular Sins among their Infirmities, and Therefore a slight Repentance will serve the turn, they think they will be pardoned of Course to them, without any more ado.
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I grant, those grosser acts of sin, that a Saint may be surprized into, do argue an infirm imperfect state, their state may be good though imperfect, there may be some good thing in their Hearts toward God,
I grant, those grosser acts of since, that a Saint may be surprised into, do argue an infirm imperfect state, their state may be good though imperfect, there may be Some good thing in their Hearts towards God,
because an Infirmity in the true Notion of it, is the deficiency of a good Action, 'tis not so good as it should be, absolutely evil in it self it is not, v. g. a Child of God prayes but not so fervently as he should, he hears the Word,
Because an Infirmity in the true Notion of it, is the deficiency of a good Actium, it's not so good as it should be, absolutely evil in it self it is not, v. g. a Child of God prays but not so fervently as he should, he hears the Word,
We ought to be humbled under our Infirmities, to confess them, and so to pass on by a present act of Faith, into our wonted serenity and peace of Conscience not doubting but God will overlook them for Christs sake.
We ought to be humbled under our Infirmities, to confess them, and so to pass on by a present act of Faith, into our wonted serenity and peace of Conscience not doubting but God will overlook them for Christ sake.
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and afflict our souls for it, how long God may keep us mourning, before he restore to us the joy of our Salvation, must be left to him who knowes when to administer comfort to us, in the fittest season:
and afflict our Souls for it, how long God may keep us mourning, before he restore to us the joy of our Salvation, must be left to him who knows when to administer Comfort to us, in the Fittest season:
We may join our old scores to this new reckoning, and carry over all to the present Account, that having the sum Total before us, we may bewail the late addition we have made to it:
We may join our old scores to this new reckoning, and carry over all to the present Account, that having the sum Total before us, we may bewail the late addition we have made to it:
When we see how high it rises, every new offence receives an aggravation, from so many that went before, 'tis some Extenuation of a Fault to say, 'tis the first time;
When we see how high it rises, every new offence receives an aggravation, from so many that went before, it's Some Extenuation of a Fault to say, it's the First time;
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as the Repentance of the Saints, could he keep them always in that Mind, they are in, in the hour of a prevailing Temptation, he might Glory over them,
as the Repentance of the Saints, could he keep them always in that Mind, they Are in, in the hour of a prevailing Temptation, he might Glory over them,
and cry down the sin as an abominable Practise, and what does the Devil get by this, he loses more by their Repentance then ever he got by their Sin, he is laid open as an Impostor, as a Deceiver;
and cry down the since as an abominable practice, and what does the devil get by this, he loses more by their Repentance then ever he god by their since, he is laid open as an Impostor, as a Deceiver;
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and hang down their heads for doing that which is so openly decry'd by all good men, good men are greatly wanting in the open Profession of their Repentance,
and hang down their Heads for doing that which is so openly decried by all good men, good men Are greatly wanting in the open Profession of their Repentance,
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