Everlasting blessedness a sermon preached at the funeral of ... Mr. William Baker, who left this vale of tears, and was received to heavenly joyes, the 14th day of October, 1691 ... / by Edward Dent.
And I judge it reasonable and seasonable, when people are come to the house of Mourning, (the end of all Living) as now you are, to treat of Death, the Grave,
And I judge it reasonable and seasonable, when people Are come to the house of Mourning, (the end of all Living) as now you Are, to Treat of Death, the Grave,
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Since too, all Men are subject to Sickness and Death every day, being Mortal, and have Immortal Souls, of more worth and greater concern than thousands of Worlds, were there so many;
Since too, all Men Are Subject to Sickness and Death every day, being Mortal, and have Immortal Souls, of more worth and greater concern than thousands of World's, were there so many;
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yea, most live, as thô they were never to die, and give an account of their words and works to God Almighty? Or as thô they, Fool-like, said in their hearts, there is no God, no Death, no Judgment to come, no Heaven, nor Hell? But without controversie, many have, many do,
yea, most live, as though they were never to die, and give an account of their words and works to God Almighty? Or as though they, Fool-like, said in their hearts, there is no God, no Death, no Judgement to come, no Heaven, nor Hell? But without controversy, many have, many do,
2. That there is is a Future State, or World to come, (Heb. 2.5.) wherein all Men must have a Being, the Soul after Death, and Soul and Body after the Resurrection of the Dead. Now Birds and Beasts, Fish and Fowl,
2. That there is is a Future State, or World to come, (Hebrew 2.5.) wherein all Men must have a Being, the Soul After Death, and Soul and Body After the Resurrection of the Dead. Now Birds and Beasts, Fish and Fowl,
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But 'tis not so with Man, for tho' Death puts an end to Life, a Corporal and Temporal Life, it doth not, it cannot put an end to the Soul, because it is immortal;
But it's not so with Man, for though Death puts an end to Life, a Corporal and Temporal Life, it does not, it cannot put an end to the Soul, Because it is immortal;
Neither does Death put an end to mans misery, except he repent and turn to God, but that he must suffer the Wrath and Judgment of God both in Body and Soul for ever.
Neither does Death put an end to men misery, except he Repent and turn to God, but that he must suffer the Wrath and Judgement of God both in Body and Soul for ever.
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Now this future State, or state Persons are in, in the World to come, whereof we are speaking, may be thus considered: (1.) It is a State of Happiness or Misery, and the one and other, is according to the State men die in;
Now this future State, or state Persons Are in, in the World to come, whereof we Are speaking, may be thus considered: (1.) It is a State of Happiness or Misery, and the one and other, is according to the State men die in;
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Say ye to the Righteous that it shall be well with him, &c. Wo unto the Wicked, it shall be ill with him, &c. Isa. 3.10, 11. (2.) That whatever the State of a Man be in the World to come, good or bad, happy or miserable, it is unalterable and unchangeable.
Say you to the Righteous that it shall be well with him, etc. Woe unto the Wicked, it shall be ill with him, etc. Isaiah 3.10, 11. (2.) That whatever the State of a Man be in the World to come, good or bad, happy or miserable, it is unalterable and unchangeable.
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And 'tis worthy of our most serious considerarion, that Death will shortly state us (as by it many millions of thousands have been before) in a State of mercy or misery, Life or Death, Joy or Sorrow, which can never be altered or changed.
And it's worthy of our most serious considerarion, that Death will shortly state us (as by it many millions of thousands have been before) in a State of mercy or misery, Life or Death, Joy or Sorrow, which can never be altered or changed.
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an addition to, or compleating of, the Happiness of Saints, when their Souls and Bodies, which have acted together in the Service of God, shall be glorified together in Heaven, and likewise of the Sorrows and Torments of the Damned, both of Men and Devils,
an addition to, or completing of, the Happiness of Saints, when their Souls and Bodies, which have acted together in the Service of God, shall be glorified together in Heaven, and likewise of the Sorrows and Torments of the Damned, both of Men and Devils,
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In the Proposition we may consider, (1.) The predicate (openly reputed or declared) Blessed. (2.) The Subject of Eternal Blessedness, The Dead. (3.) The restriction and Limitation of the Subject, The Dead that die in the Lord.
In the Proposition we may Consider, (1.) The predicate (openly reputed or declared) Blessed. (2.) The Subject of Eternal Blessedness, The Dead. (3.) The restriction and Limitation of the Subject, The Dead that die in the Lord.
It is not all the dead, (for many that are dead, are damned too for their Sins,) but it is the Dead that die in the Lord, and they only, that are Blessed; which sweet and comfortable Doctrine is confirmed in the Text:
It is not all the dead, (for many that Are dead, Are damned too for their Sins,) but it is the Dead that die in the Lord, and they only, that Are Blessed; which sweet and comfortable Doctrine is confirmed in the Text:
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Further, We are also to understand, that the Lord, whose Love is wonderfull to his own People, by this sweet and comfortable Doctrine of everlasting Blessedness, designs the Comfort and Consolation of his poor afflicted People, who are oft-times assaulted with fearful Temptations,
Further, We Are also to understand, that the Lord, whose Love is wonderful to his own People, by this sweet and comfortable Doctrine of everlasting Blessedness, designs the Comfort and Consolation of his poor afflicted People, who Are ofttimes assaulted with fearful Temptations,
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and fortified against the fears of Death, even in its nearest approach, by the Faith and consideration of eternal Happiness, which they, thrô the Infinite Riches of Free Grace, shall enjoy in the World to come.
and fortified against the fears of Death, even in its nearest approach, by the Faith and consideration of Eternal Happiness, which they, thrô the Infinite Riches of Free Grace, shall enjoy in the World to come.
In prosecuting this point of Doctrine, I may shew, 1. That there is Eternal Blessedness to be enjoyed in the World to come. 2. Who are Blessed when they die. 3. Wherein their Happiness consists. 4. Lay down some Reasons why they that Die in the Lord, are certainly Blessed. 5. And make some Improvement of the Point, and so conclude.
In prosecuting this point of Doctrine, I may show, 1. That there is Eternal Blessedness to be enjoyed in the World to come. 2. Who Are Blessed when they die. 3. Wherein their Happiness consists. 4. Lay down Some Reasons why they that Die in the Lord, Are Certainly Blessed. 5. And make Some Improvement of the Point, and so conclude.
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1. That there is Eternal Blessedness to be enjoyed in another World, is, without doubt, a great and Glorious Truth of God, abundantly confirmed in the Word,
1. That there is Eternal Blessedness to be enjoyed in Another World, is, without doubt, a great and Glorious Truth of God, abundantly confirmed in the Word,
the which, upon the most just grounds, has gained credit and belief in all Ages and places of the World, where Godliness and Religion hath been professed,
the which, upon the most just grounds, has gained credit and belief in all Ages and places of the World, where Godliness and Religion hath been professed,
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1. They that Live, allow, choose and live in open Prophaneness, as Swearing, Cursing, Lying, Pride, Ambition, Covetousness, Idolatry, Adultery, Fornication, Theft, Murder, Drunkenness,
1. They that Live, allow, choose and live in open Profaneness, as Swearing, Cursing, Lying, Pride, Ambition, Covetousness, Idolatry, Adultery, Fornication, Theft, Murder, drunkenness,
how greatly all these abominable sins, which are all damnable in their own nature, as all sin is, abounds among Old and Young, Rich and Poor, in all Cities, Towns and Places in this poor Nation, which hath been greatly enriched with Gods Blessings.
how greatly all these abominable Sins, which Are all damnable in their own nature, as all since is, abounds among Old and Young, Rich and Poor, in all Cities, Towns and Places in this poor nation, which hath been greatly enriched with God's Blessings.
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Wherefore, without National Repentance and Reformation, we may justly fear National Judgments. But to return, so miserably are men given to wickedness, being beguiled by the Devil,
Wherefore, without National Repentance and Reformation, we may justly Fear National Judgments. But to return, so miserably Are men given to wickedness, being beguiled by the devil,
and willingly remain ignorant of the things that belong to their Everlasting Peace, (which is pernicious,) but also harden themselves against Reproof, hate to be Reformed; and refuse even God himself, his Son, his Grace and Mercy, Pardon and Salvation offered in the Gospel;
and willingly remain ignorant of the things that belong to their Everlasting Peace, (which is pernicious,) but also harden themselves against Reproof, hate to be Reformed; and refuse even God himself, his Son, his Grace and Mercy, Pardon and Salvation offered in the Gospel;
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Let Ministers reprove their abominable Pride, that is so abounding at this day, (as all manner of sin also is,) or preach against Swearing, Cursing, Lying, Covetousness, Sabbath-breaking, Blaspheming, Drunkenness, &c. and tell them, Because of these things the wrath of God cometh upon the Children of disobedience;
Let Ministers reprove their abominable Pride, that is so abounding At this day, (as all manner of since also is,) or preach against Swearing, Cursing, Lying, Covetousness, Sabbath-breaking, Blaspheming, drunkenness, etc. and tell them, Because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the Children of disobedience;
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and what shall they have for their Love and Labour, but Hatred, Ill-will, disdainfull and reproachfull Words, Contempt and Scorn? But when men are arrived to so great an height in wickedness,
and what shall they have for their Love and Labour, but Hatred, Ill-will, disdainful and reproachful Words, Contempt and Scorn? But when men Are arrived to so great an height in wickedness,
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as to commit all manner of sins with greediness, having their Conscience seared with a hot Iron, and do not stick to bid defiance to Heaven it self, saying to the Almighty, Depart from us, for we desire not the Knowledge of thy ways:
as to commit all manner of Sins with greediness, having their Conscience seared with a hight Iron, and do not stick to bid defiance to Heaven it self, saying to the Almighty, Depart from us, for we desire not the Knowledge of thy ways:
And therefore fearing some will never be convinced of their sins and lost Estate, nor have their Eyes opened untill Hell-torments are felt, ( Luk. 16.23.) I shall only tell you, that if you will have the Pleasure of sin, which is but for a season, and perhaps a short season too, you must also have the Punishment of sin in the Burning flames of Hell-fire for ever:
And Therefore fearing Some will never be convinced of their Sins and lost Estate, nor have their Eyes opened until Hell torments Are felt, (Luk. 16.23.) I shall only tell you, that if you will have the Pleasure of since, which is but for a season, and perhaps a short season too, you must also have the Punishment of since in the Burning flames of Hell-fire for ever:
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For the Wages of sin is Death eternal: Rom. 6.23. Chap. 2. v. 6, 7, 8. But upon Repentance and Faith in Christ Jesus, there is Mercy and Salvation for the greatest of Sinners.
For the Wages of since is Death Eternal: Rom. 6.23. Chap. 2. v. 6, 7, 8. But upon Repentance and Faith in christ jesus, there is Mercy and Salvation for the greatest of Sinners.
and die in their gross Ignorance, their case is desperate and deplorable. For Ignorance cannot excuse their sin, nor acquit them at the Bar of God Almighty. And yet alas!
and die in their gross Ignorance, their case is desperate and deplorable. For Ignorance cannot excuse their since, nor acquit them At the Bar of God Almighty. And yet alas!
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As suppose a Minister, whose Soul longs after the Conversion of Sinners, speaks to some ignorant person, saying, Come, my Friend, you have lived a great many years,
As suppose a Minister, whose Soul longs After the Conversion of Sinners, speaks to Some ignorant person, saying, Come, my Friend, you have lived a great many Years,
Have you Repented and turn'd to God? And have you Believed on the Lord Jesus Christ? Do you Love him, and desire to be like him? Is he more desirable and precious to you than the whole World,
Have you Repented and turned to God? And have you Believed on the Lord jesus christ? Do you Love him, and desire to be like him? Is he more desirable and precious to you than the Whole World,
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But perhaps, are wholly ignorant of Jesus Christ, and a good work of God upon their Souls.) What is the Answer to the foregoing Queries? What? Perhaps the Man or Woman may reply, I am not Book-learn'd,
But perhaps, Are wholly ignorant of jesus christ, and a good work of God upon their Souls.) What is the Answer to the foregoing Queries? What? Perhaps the Man or Woman may reply, I am not Book-learned,
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(3.) Some may be Wise and Learned, and may have a great deal of Knowledge in the Truths of the Gospel, insomuch as that they may preach Christ, (but not sincerely,) and yet be Ignorant,
(3.) some may be Wise and Learned, and may have a great deal of Knowledge in the Truths of the Gospel, insomuch as that they may preach christ, (but not sincerely,) and yet be Ignorant,
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as to the true, spiritual and saving Knowledge of Jesus Christ, and remain Enemies to him, his Cause and Interest, Phil. 1.15. This is Life Eternal, that they might know Thee the onely true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent, Joh. 17.3.
as to the true, spiritual and Saving Knowledge of jesus christ, and remain Enemies to him, his Cause and Interest, Philip 1.15. This is Life Eternal, that they might know Thee the only true God, and jesus christ whom thou hast sent, John 17.3.
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as tho God was not a God of Mercy, ready to pardon, nor did not (as indeed he doth) delight in Mercy. But let them come to Jesus Christ, Believe on him, notwithstanding the greatness of their sins,
as though God was not a God of Mercy, ready to pardon, nor did not (as indeed he does) delight in Mercy. But let them come to jesus christ, Believe on him, notwithstanding the greatness of their Sins,
And therefore they are greatly out, and will be miserably mistaken, to their shame and confusion, who judge of Gods special Love by his common Favours.
And Therefore they Are greatly out, and will be miserably mistaken, to their shame and confusion, who judge of God's special Love by his Common Favours.
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Upon this account we may allude to that in 2 Chron. 21.3. And their Father gave them great Gifts of Silver, and of Gold, and of precious things, with fenced Cities in Judah:
Upon this account we may allude to that in 2 Chronicles 21.3. And their Father gave them great Gifts of Silver, and of Gold, and of precious things, with fenced Cities in Judah:
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Namely, those that profess Faith and Holiness, and have the venerable Name of Christians, and Gods People, without the Grace, Life, Savour and Power of Godliness, being wholly destitute of the Grace of Regeneration,
Namely, those that profess Faith and Holiness, and have the venerable Name of Christians, and God's People, without the Grace, Life, Savour and Power of Godliness, being wholly destitute of the Grace of Regeneration,
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And so are but Nominal Christians, poor painted Sepulchres, full of Sin and Corruption, much worse than dead mens bones; rotten-hearted, empty Professors, who have a Name to be good and godly, to be Christians and Gods Children;
And so Are but Nominal Christians, poor painted Sepulchres, full of since and Corruption, much Worse than dead men's bones; rotten-hearted, empty Professors, who have a Name to be good and godly, to be Christians and God's Children;
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But there is no where, no place, where the workers of Iniquity can hide themselves, nor their Sins, from God. I the Lord search the heart, I try the Reins,
But there is no where, no place, where the workers of Iniquity can hide themselves, nor their Sins, from God. I the Lord search the heart, I try the Reins,
even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings, Jer. 17.10. Ah! my beloved, are you Professors? Are you called Christians, and Gods People? Then, O then!
even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings, Jer. 17.10. Ah! my Beloved, Are you Professors? are you called Christians, and God's People? Then, Oh then!
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labour might and main, what in you lies, to be indeed and in truth, before God and Men, that that you are called, that others may not be deceived in you,
labour might and main, what in you lies, to be indeed and in truth, before God and Men, that that you Are called, that Others may not be deceived in you,
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for she said, Have I also here looked after him that seeth me, Gen. 16.13. Read Ezek. 8.13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18. Eph. 5.12. 5. Those that seek Life and Salvation, and hope to merit the same at the hands of God by works of Righteousness done by them, are not blessed:
for she said, Have I also Here looked After him that sees me, Gen. 16.13. Read Ezekiel 8.13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18. Ephesians 5.12. 5. Those that seek Life and Salvation, and hope to merit the same At the hands of God by works of Righteousness done by them, Are not blessed:
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This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God, be careful to maintain good works:
This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God, be careful to maintain good works:
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Here is our Duty, but the Danger lies, not in the doing good works, but in trusting to them, which is clearly seen by the Apostles words in Rom. 10.1, 2, 3. Now to conclude this, let me entreat every one of you,
Here is our Duty, but the Danger lies, not in the doing good works, but in trusting to them, which is clearly seen by the Apostles words in Rom. 10.1, 2, 3. Now to conclude this, let me entreat every one of you,
and on the other hand, to have a special care that you do not go about to establish your own poor imperfect Righteousness for Justification, for in so doing, you do what you can to thrust,
and on the other hand, to have a special care that you do not go about to establish your own poor imperfect Righteousness for Justification, for in so doing, you do what you can to thrust,
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6. Some are approved of by Men, good and godly men, to be Saints, (and they may approve of themselves too) but are not approved of by the Son of God, who is the Searcher of Hearts.
6. some Are approved of by Men, good and godly men, to be Saints, (and they may approve of themselves too) but Are not approved of by the Son of God, who is the Searcher of Hearts.
and thereupon receive them into their Holy Communion and Fellowship, signifies little or nothing, or rather less than nothing in point of profit, if they are not approved of by the Judge of the whole Earth, and upright in his sight:
and thereupon receive them into their Holy Communion and Fellowship, signifies little or nothing, or rather less than nothing in point of profit, if they Are not approved of by the Judge of the Whole Earth, and upright in his sighed:
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Now to conclude this, I say, open prophane Sinners, Men ignorant of Jesus Christ, those that have their Portion in this Life, such as have a Profession only, those that trust to their good works for Salvation, persons approved of Men,
Now to conclude this, I say, open profane Sinners, Men ignorant of jesus christ, those that have their Portion in this Life, such as have a Profession only, those that trust to their good works for Salvation, Persons approved of Men,
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and in a word, whoever dies without the Grace of Regeneration, (omiting secret things which belong to God) do not enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, Joh. 3.3.
and in a word, whoever die without the Grace of Regeneration, (omitting secret things which belong to God) do not enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, John 3.3.
1. Those that are blessed when they die, (not medling with secret things, as was said afore) have been in a Soul-distressed condition upon the account of their Sins and lost Estate, some more, some less, according as the good pleasure of the Holy Ghost is in its workings, Acts 2.36, 37. Chap. 16.29, 30. And indeed doth not even Nature its self,
1. Those that Are blessed when they die, (not meddling with secret things, as was said afore) have been in a Soul-distressed condition upon the account of their Sins and lost Estate, Some more, Some less, according as the good pleasure of the Holy Ghost is in its workings, Acts 2.36, 37. Chap. 16.29, 30. And indeed does not even Nature its self,
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For God, whose works are perfect, and therefore done in the most excellent order, kills and makes alive; (I mean not, killed Christ that we might live, which is I judge no less cursed Blasphemy,
For God, whose works Are perfect, and Therefore done in the most excellent order, kills and makes alive; (I mean not, killed christ that we might live, which is I judge no less cursed Blasphemy,
than to say, Jesus Christ killed himself.) He wounds, and his hands make whole. For I was alive without the Law once, but when the Commandment came, Sin revived, and I died, Rom. 7.9. What shall we do to be saved, hath been the hearty Heart-cries of the saved of God.
than to say, jesus christ killed himself.) He wounds, and his hands make Whole. For I was alive without the Law once, but when the Commandment Come, since revived, and I died, Rom. 7.9. What shall we do to be saved, hath been the hearty Heart-cries of the saved of God.
2. They have been throughly convinced that they were dead in trespasses and sins, being, while unconverted, Children of wrath even as others, Aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel,
2. They have been thoroughly convinced that they were dead in Trespasses and Sins, being, while unconverted, Children of wrath even as Others, Aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel,
A new Heart is the Gift of God, a wonderful Mercy, a New Covenant Blessing bestowed upon none but the Children of the Living God, who are blessed when they die.
A new Heart is the Gift of God, a wondered Mercy, a New Covenant Blessing bestowed upon none but the Children of the Living God, who Are blessed when they die.
that is, Jesus Christ came to the Jews with a Heart full of Love and Pardon, Life and Salvation in his hand, which he graciously and freely offered unto them:
that is, jesus christ Come to the jews with a Heart full of Love and Pardon, Life and Salvation in his hand, which he graciously and freely offered unto them:
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But so monstrously wicked were they, and Enemies to their own Souls, that they rejected both him and his gracious offer, And would not come to him that they might have Life.
But so monstrously wicked were they, and Enemies to their own Souls, that they rejected both him and his gracious offer, And would not come to him that they might have Life.
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even to them that believe on his Name, &c. Art thou a true Believer, a Son or Daughter of God Almighty thrô Christ? O then bless God, admire his Grace, walk to his Glory,
even to them that believe on his Name, etc. Art thou a true Believer, a Son or Daughter of God Almighty thrô christ? O then bless God, admire his Grace, walk to his Glory,
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or Cloaths that come off from Ulcerous Sores, casting it to the Batts and the Moles, saying, Get ye hence. And will know no other Saviour but Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified upon the Cross,
or Clothes that come off from Ulcerous Sores, casting it to the Bats and the Moles, saying, Get you hence. And will know no other Saviour but jesus of Nazareth, who was Crucified upon the Cross,
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— How shall we that are dead to sin, live any longer therein? Rom. 6.2. For ye are dead, and your Life is hid with Christ in God, Col. 3.3. Gal. 2.19. Some are dead in Sin, and some are dead to Sin:
— How shall we that Are dead to sin, live any longer therein? Rom. 6.2. For you Are dead, and your Life is hid with christ in God, Col. 3.3. Gal. 2.19. some Are dead in since, and Some Are dead to since:
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and consequently that their issue at Death will be dreadfull, because they find so much deadness and heartlesness in themselves, together with the workings of indwelling Sin in their Members:
and consequently that their issue At Death will be dreadful, Because they find so much deadness and heartlessness in themselves, together with the workings of indwelling since in their Members:
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But Deadness, and the workings of Natural Corruptions, is a disease, under which the godly groan, Rom. 7.2 Cor. 5.4. 6. They that dye in the Lord, and are for ever happy in the next World, have received as a wonderfull Gift of Grace, a measure of the Holy Spirit, whereby they are converted, regenerated, illuminated, renewed and sanctified;
But Deadness, and the workings of Natural Corruptions, is a disease, under which the godly groan, Rom. 7.2 Cor. 5.4. 6. They that die in the Lord, and Are for ever happy in the next World, have received as a wonderful Gift of Grace, a measure of the Holy Spirit, whereby they Are converted, regenerated, illuminated, renewed and sanctified;
Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his, Rom. 8.9. And because ye are Sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your Hearts, crying, Abba Father, Gal. 4.6. 7. They Live to the Lord, who Dye in him, and live with him in Heaven for ever:
Now if any man have not the Spirit of christ, he is none of his, Rom. 8.9. And Because you Are Sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your Hearts, crying, Abba Father, Gal. 4.6. 7. They Live to the Lord, who Die in him, and live with him in Heaven for ever:
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and to forsake Sin, and follow after true Holiness and Righteousness of Heart and Life, of any thing in Heaven or Earth, whereof gracious ones have good and blessed Experience.
and to forsake since, and follow After true Holiness and Righteousness of Heart and Life, of any thing in Heaven or Earth, whereof gracious ones have good and blessed Experience.
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for I have espoused you to one Husband, that I may present you as a chast Virgin to Christ, 2 Cor. 11.2. Hos. 2.19, 20. Now I shall shew you, in a few words, that this Blessed Union the Church hath with Jesus Christ, her Head and Husband, is set forth sundry ways in the Scriptures:
for I have espoused you to one Husband, that I may present you as a chaste Virgae to christ, 2 Cor. 11.2. Hos. 2.19, 20. Now I shall show you, in a few words, that this Blessed union the Church hath with jesus christ, her Head and Husband, is Set forth sundry ways in the Scriptures:
and a Scion ingrafted therein, Rom. 11.17. (3.) By the Natural Union (as I take it) of the Members of the Body of Man, 1 Cor. 12.12. (4.) By the Artificial Union of a Stucture or Building, and its Foundation.
and a Scion ingrafted therein, Rom. 11.17. (3.) By the Natural union (as I take it) of the Members of the Body of Man, 1 Cor. 12.12. (4.) By the Artificial union of a Stucture or Building, and its Foundation.
Christ is the Foundation, and the Church is Gods House, Gods Building, Isa. 28.16. 1 Cor. 3.9. (5.) By the Union, that is, by Vertue of Gods Institution betwixt Man and Wife, Gen. 2.24. 1 Cor. 6.16, 17. (6.) By the Head and Body of Man;
christ is the Foundation, and the Church is God's House, God's Building, Isaiah 28.16. 1 Cor. 3.9. (5.) By the union, that is, by Virtue of God's Institution betwixt Man and Wife, Gen. 2.24. 1 Cor. 6.16, 17. (6.) By the Head and Body of Man;
For althô 'tis true, Sin may, and too often doth make a separation betwixt the Lord and his People in point of comfortable Communion, whereby the Joy, Peace, Comfort and Serenity of the Lords People is greatly abated and eclipsed,
For althô it's true, since may, and too often does make a separation betwixt the Lord and his People in point of comfortable Communion, whereby the Joy, Peace, Comfort and Serenity of the lords People is greatly abated and eclipsed,
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and may be of a comfortable consideration to his People, viz. That the Bodies of Saints in the Grave or Dust of the Earth, are in Union with the Lord Jesus.
and may be of a comfortable consideration to his People, viz. That the Bodies of Saints in the Grave or Dust of the Earth, Are in union with the Lord jesus.
But Soul and Body is the Person, and the Union under consideration respects the Person: And if so, what shall? what can violate or destroy this Union in whole,
But Soul and Body is the Person, and the union under consideration respects the Person: And if so, what shall? what can violate or destroy this union in Whole,
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and will violate the Union of Body and Soul, or make a separation betwixt Soul and Body for a time, nevertheless the Union remains firm, and is everlasting:
and will violate the union of Body and Soul, or make a separation betwixt Soul and Body for a time, nevertheless the union remains firm, and is everlasting:
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Wherefore, when the Trumpet of God shall sound at the great Day, the Bodies of Saints shall rise by vertue of their Union with Christ, and the Wicked by his Lordship and Dominion.
Wherefore, when the Trumpet of God shall found At the great Day, the Bodies of Saints shall rise by virtue of their union with christ, and the Wicked by his Lordship and Dominion.
The next thing is to shew wherein the Happiness of deceased Saints consists. Negative Happiness consists in that which Saints are for ever freed of, and delivered from: As,
The next thing is to show wherein the Happiness of deceased Saints consists. Negative Happiness consists in that which Saints Are for ever freed of, and Delivered from: As,
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3. The Godly deceased are for ever freed from all manner of inward Soul-distresses and Afflictions, arising from unbelief, doubtings, darkness, questionings, backslidings, spiritual desertion, the workings and prevailing of inbred Corruption,
3. The Godly deceased Are for ever freed from all manner of inward Soul-distresses and Afflictions, arising from unbelief, doubtings, darkness, questionings, backslidings, spiritual desertion, the workings and prevailing of inbred Corruption,
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and the power of indwelling Sin, Guilt, fear of perishing, or whatever else can be named, tending to the molesting, disturbing and disquieting of the Soul:
and the power of indwelling since, Gilded, Fear of perishing, or whatever Else can be nam, tending to the molesting, disturbing and disquieting of the Soul:
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and act and move in things truly and spiritually good, very sluggishly and dully, not having that Love to, Delight and pleasure in the things of God and Christ, as they ought.
and act and move in things truly and spiritually good, very sluggishly and dully, not having that Love to, Delight and pleasure in the things of God and christ, as they ought.
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and yet shall be no Impediment, Lett nor Obstruction to their Eternal work of singing forth the Glory and Praise of God and the Lamb for ever, with unspeakable Joy and Pleasure, Love and Delight, without any dulness, back•ardness,
and yet shall be no Impediment, Let nor Obstruction to their Eternal work of singing forth the Glory and Praise of God and the Lamb for ever, with unspeakable Joy and Pleasure, Love and Delight, without any dullness, back•ardness,
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For at the Resurrection there will be a great, a wonderful, and a blessed Change in the Bodies of Saints, not as to their substance, which shall be the same,
For At the Resurrection there will be a great, a wondered, and a blessed Change in the Bodies of Saints, not as to their substance, which shall be the same,
but as to their qualities, 1 Cor. 15.42, 43, 44. 5. When Christians die, and go out of this evil World, and World full of Evils, they are freed for ever from all the Temptations and fiery darts of the Devil;
but as to their qualities, 1 Cor. 15.42, 43, 44. 5. When Christians die, and go out of this evil World, and World full of Evils, they Are freed for ever from all the Temptations and fiery darts of the devil;
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For thô he rangeth about in this World like a roaring, raging, and ravening Lyon, seeking whom he may destroy, (destroys many millions of Souls, by his hellish cunning, power and craft) and molests, disturbs,
For though he rangeth about in this World like a roaring, raging, and ravening lion, seeking whom he may destroy, (Destroys many millions of Souls, by his hellish cunning, power and craft) and molests, disturbs,
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and greatly disquiets the peace and tranquility of Gods own People, who are liable to, and oft-times assaulted with, and as it were pierced thrô with Temptations of all sorts,
and greatly disquiets the peace and tranquillity of God's own People, who Are liable to, and ofttimes assaulted with, and as it were pierced thrô with Temptations of all sorts,
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for the Devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth he hath but a short time, Rev. 12.9, 10, 11. Mark it, 'tis only the Inhabiters of this Wo••d that are in danger by the Devil.
for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, Because he Knoweth he hath but a short time, Rev. 12.9, 10, 11. Mark it, it's only the Inhabiters of this Wo••d that Are in danger by the devil.
When thou comest to Heaven, Christian, thou shalt never be afflicted more with Satans Temptations. 6. Gods Children after Death, are freed from all Impeerfction.
When thou Comest to Heaven, Christian, thou shalt never be afflicted more with Satan Temptations. 6. God's Children After Death, Are freed from all Impeerfction.
Here is want of Faith, Hope, Love, Peace, Comfort, Knowledge, Wisdom, Understanding, Holiness, Righteousness, &c. But it is not so in Heaven, there is no lack, no want, no shortness,
Here is want of Faith, Hope, Love, Peace, Comfort, Knowledge, Wisdom, Understanding, Holiness, Righteousness, etc. But it is not so in Heaven, there is no lack, no want, no shortness,
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For thy Maker is thine Husband, (the Lord of Hosts is his Name) and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel, the God of the whole Earth shall he be called.
For thy Maker is thine Husband, (the Lord of Hosts is his Name) and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel, the God of the Whole Earth shall he be called.
neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain, for the former things (Sin, the cause of Sorrow) are passed away: for the Lamb which is in the midst of the Throne, shall feed them,
neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain, for the former things (since, the cause of Sorrow) Are passed away: for the Lamb which is in the midst of the Throne, shall feed them,
and lead them unto living Fountains of waters, and God shall wipe away all tears from their Eyes, Revel. 21.4. Chap. 7.17. Next I may, in a few words, shew you, at least in a small measure, wherein the positive Happiness of deceased Saints consists.
and led them unto living Fountains of waters, and God shall wipe away all tears from their Eyes, Revel. 21.4. Chap. 7.17. Next I may, in a few words, show you, At least in a small measure, wherein the positive Happiness of deceased Saints consists.
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To dwell in Heaven for ever, that high and holy place, where Jehovah dwelleth, and his Essential Glory shineth, which is so wonderfull, that Angels behold him with valed Faces, this is amazing Mercy!
To dwell in Heaven for ever, that high and holy place, where Jehovah dwells, and his Essential Glory shines, which is so wonderful, that Angels behold him with valed Faces, this is amazing Mercy!
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Would it not rejoyce, nay put a poor miserable Man, as it were into an extasie of ravishing Joy, to be brought from a Prison to a Palace? From a dark dismal Dungeon to a a Throne of Honour? Why, believe it, beloved, there is infinitely a greater difference betwixt Heaven and Earth.
Would it not rejoice, nay put a poor miserable Man, as it were into an ecstasy of ravishing Joy, to be brought from a Prison to a Palace? From a dark dismal Dungeon to a a Throne of Honour? Why, believe it, Beloved, there is infinitely a greater difference betwixt Heaven and Earth.
Jesus Christ, to support the sorrowfull and sinking Souls of his dear Disciples, when he was about to depart out of this World unto the Father, tells them, In my Fathers house are many mansions, (or dwelling places) if it were not so, I would have told you, I go to prepare a place for you:
jesus christ, to support the sorrowful and sinking Souls of his dear Disciples, when he was about to depart out of this World unto the Father, tells them, In my Father's house Are many mansions, (or Dwelling places) if it were not so, I would have told you, I go to prepare a place for you:
And Hell is a place too, a dreadful and horrible place, and one part of the Misery and Torments of the Damned, both of Men and Devils, from which the Godly are for ever delivered by the Lord Jesus,
And Hell is a place too, a dreadful and horrible place, and one part of the Misery and Torments of the Damned, both of Men and Devils, from which the Godly Are for ever Delivered by the Lord jesus,
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for 'tis a place of unspeakable) torment: As who should say, Ah! my Brethren, my poor Brethren, are woful wilfull Sinners, poor wicked wretches, who walk and wallow in wickedness,
for it's a place of unspeakable) torment: As who should say, Ah! my Brothers, my poor Brothers, Are woeful wilful Sinners, poor wicked wretches, who walk and wallow in wickedness,
for a Christian, who is in a healthful and flourishing condition in his Soul, and has the Life and Power of spiritual and heavenly things upon his Heart, to have Communion with Saints here on Earth, in the Holy Fellowship of the Gospel, notwithstanding the best and most upright among men,
for a Christian, who is in a healthful and flourishing condition in his Soul, and has the Life and Power of spiritual and heavenly things upon his Heart, to have Communion with Saints Here on Earth, in the Holy Fellowship of the Gospel, notwithstanding the best and most upright among men,
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while in these Tabernacles of Clay, are compassed about with many infirmities and weaknesses, and attended with manifold Temptations, by reason of which they are not only much disenabled and hindered as to the right performance of their Duties, both to God and Man,
while in these Tabernacles of Clay, Are compassed about with many infirmities and Weaknesses, and attended with manifold Temptations, by reason of which they Are not only much disenabled and hindered as to the right performance of their Duties, both to God and Man,
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but also may sometimes be filled with Gall and Wormwood, and be made to cry, yea, even roar by reason of the disquietness of their hearts. Then! O then!
but also may sometime be filled with Gall and Wormwood, and be made to cry, yea, even roar by reason of the disquietness of their hearts. Then! O then!
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what Joy, what Comfort and inexpressible happiness will it be to see, know, and to enjoy everlasting Fellowship in the highest Heaven, with Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and all the Patriarchs, Prophets, Apostles, Martyrs,
what Joy, what Comfort and inexpressible happiness will it be to see, know, and to enjoy everlasting Fellowship in the highest Heaven, with Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and all the Patriarchs, prophets, Apostles, Martyrs,
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3. The happiness of Saints departed, consisteth in their everlasting enjoyment of the blessed and glorious presence of the Lord Jesus Christ, their dear Redeemer,
3. The happiness of Saints departed, Consisteth in their everlasting enjoyment of the blessed and glorious presence of the Lord jesus christ, their dear Redeemer,
To be with Jesus Christ in Heaven where he is, to see him, and with open Face to behold his Glory, and to be like him, are such heavenly, deep and glorious Mysteries, that we may safely say, That the wisest of Men, Men that are most profound in the Knowledge of the Mysteries of God, know but little, comparatively of the Glory and Blessedness of these things, Isa. 64.4.
To be with jesus christ in Heaven where he is, to see him, and with open Face to behold his Glory, and to be like him, Are such heavenly, deep and glorious Mysteres, that we may safely say, That the Wisest of Men, Men that Are most profound in the Knowledge of the Mysteres of God, know but little, comparatively of the Glory and Blessedness of these things, Isaiah 64.4.
for the Comfort and Consolation of the Lords People, tells them, (that what miseries soever they meet with in this Life) in the World to come, they should be for ever with the Lord, and willeth them to comfort one another with these words.
for the Comfort and Consolation of the lords People, tells them, (that what misery's soever they meet with in this Life) in the World to come, they should be for ever with the Lord, and wills them to Comfort one Another with these words.
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If the presence of near and dear Relations be sweet and very desireable; if to have the company of Saints, and christian Communion with them, be comfortable;
If the presence of near and dear Relations be sweet and very desirable; if to have the company of Saints, and christian Communion with them, be comfortable;
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O how great, then, will the Joy and Happiness of Saints, even beyond expression and conception, be, in the eternal Enjoyment of the glorious Presence of Christ in Heaven for ever!
O how great, then, will the Joy and Happiness of Saints, even beyond expression and conception, be, in the Eternal Enjoyment of the glorious Presence of christ in Heaven for ever!
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Father, I will, that they also whom thou hast given me, may be with me where I am, to behold my glory, &c. Joh. 17.24. 1 Joh. 3.2. 4. The Happiness of Saints deceased, consisteth in a state of Perfection.
Father, I will, that they also whom thou hast given me, may be with me where I am, to behold my glory, etc. John 17.24. 1 John 3.2. 4. The Happiness of Saints deceased, Consisteth in a state of Perfection.
May we not say, Grace is Glory begun, and Glory is Grace in Perfection? A Child of God, in a measure hath Wisdom, Knowledge, Love, Peace, Joy, Comfort, Holiness, Righteousness, &c. here,
May we not say, Grace is Glory begun, and Glory is Grace in Perfection? A Child of God, in a measure hath Wisdom, Knowledge, Love, Peace, Joy, Comfort, Holiness, Righteousness, etc. Here,
and who art following after Faith, Hope, Charity, Purity, Righteousness, and Holiness of Heart and Life, (which things accompany Salvation, ) is not Perfection that thy Soul loveth and longeth after? Well, thou shalt surely enjoy it for ever in Heaven, which will be one part of thy Eternal Happiness.
and who art following After Faith, Hope, Charity, Purity, Righteousness, and Holiness of Heart and Life, (which things accompany Salvation,) is not Perfection that thy Soul loves and Longeth After? Well, thou shalt surely enjoy it for ever in Heaven, which will be one part of thy Eternal Happiness.
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Read 1 Cor. 13.9, 10, 11, 12 v. 5. The Happiness of Saints deceased, consisteth in their Eternal Enjoyment of unutterable and unconceivable Rest, Peace, Joy, Comfort, Pleasure, Light, Life, Glory;
Read 1 Cor. 13.9, 10, 11, 12 v. 5. The Happiness of Saints deceased, Consisteth in their Eternal Enjoyment of unutterable and unconceivable Rest, Peace, Joy, Comfort, Pleasure, Light, Life, Glory;
In thy presence is fulness of Joy, at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore, Psal. 16.11. There remaineth therefore a rest to the People of God, Heb. 4.9. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven, Matth. 5.3.
In thy presence is fullness of Joy, At thy right hand there Are pleasures for evermore, Psalm 16.11. There remains Therefore a rest to the People of God, Hebrew 4.9. Blessed Are the poor in Spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven, Matthew 5.3.
No man, how good and holy soever, while here on Earth in an imperfect state, can see and behold the infinite and glorious God, in his infinite and glorious Majesty and Glory, and live:
No man, how good and holy soever, while Here on Earth in an imperfect state, can see and behold the infinite and glorious God, in his infinite and glorious Majesty and Glory, and live:
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But in Heaven, Saints being in a state of Perfection, and fitted for the Enjoyment of the blessed Visions of God, the sight of him therefore shall have no such Effects upon them.
But in Heaven, Saints being in a state of Perfection, and fitted for the Enjoyment of the blessed Visions of God, the sighed of him Therefore shall have no such Effects upon them.
But it will be their Life, Peace, Joy, Comfort, Pleasure and Glory, yea, in one word, the very Quintessence and Top of Eternal Happiness, to see and Behold God,
But it will be their Life, Peace, Joy, Comfort, Pleasure and Glory, yea, in one word, the very Quintessence and Top of Eternal Happiness, to see and Behold God,
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But, considering my great Ignorance and shortness in these great and wonderfull things, I shall therefore enlarge no further upon this matter, which is so high and heavenly,
But, considering my great Ignorance and shortness in these great and wonderful things, I shall Therefore enlarge no further upon this matter, which is so high and heavenly,
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and beyond the reach of all men, that the whole World might be swallowed up in the Consideration and Contemplation of these heavenly mysteries of Grace and Glory:
and beyond the reach of all men, that the Whole World might be swallowed up in the Consideration and Contemplation of these heavenly Mysteres of Grace and Glory:
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as of a Lamb without blemish, and without spot, 1 Pet. 1.18, 19. And all things that obstruct the Salvation of Sinners, are removed out of their way by Jesus Christ:
as of a Lamb without blemish, and without spot, 1 Pet. 1.18, 19. And all things that obstruct the Salvation of Sinners, Are removed out of their Way by jesus christ:
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Divine Justice is fully satisfied, the Law is fulfilled, Sin is pardoned, the Curse taken away, Death killed, the Power of the Grave destroyed, the Devil overcome and vanquished;
Divine justice is Fully satisfied, the Law is fulfilled, since is pardoned, the Curse taken away, Death killed, the Power of the Grave destroyed, the devil overcome and vanquished;
When Christ who is our Life shall appear, then shall ye appear with him in Glory, Eph. 3.3, 4. — Because I live, (saith Christ to his Disciples,) ye shall live also, Joh. 14.19.
When christ who is our Life shall appear, then shall you appear with him in Glory, Ephesians 3.3, 4. — Because I live, (Says christ to his Disciples,) you shall live also, John 14.19.
4. Reason. Because God has given unto his such Assurances of Everlasting Life, that it is properly said, upon that account, they have it, have it in a sence already,
4. Reason. Because God has given unto his such Assurances of Everlasting Life, that it is properly said, upon that account, they have it, have it in a sense already,
And, again, the Apostle saith, In hope of Eternal Life, which God that cannot lye, promised before the World began, Tit. 1.2. Here a question may be asked:
And, again, the Apostle Says, In hope of Eternal Life, which God that cannot lie, promised before the World began, Tit. 1.2. Here a question may be asked:
Wherefore, in a word, I judge, that when the Covenant of Grace was made betwixt the Father and the Son (and the Counsel of Peace was betwixt them both, ) the Father promised his Son, that all those for whom he undertook,
Wherefore, in a word, I judge, that when the Covenant of Grace was made betwixt the Father and the Son (and the Counsel of Peace was betwixt them both,) the Father promised his Son, that all those for whom he undertook,
and became Surety for, should have eternal Life. The 6th. Reason is, Because Jesus Christ has Mercy to pity and pardon, and Power and Authority to save all the Father hath given him.
and became Surety for, should have Eternal Life. The 6th. Reason is, Because jesus christ has Mercy to pity and pardon, and Power and authority to save all the Father hath given him.
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Nay, further, to say truth, he stands ingaged to the Father, as Surety of the Covenant, to convert, preserve and bring safe to Heaven, all that are given in Covenant to him by God the Father.
Nay, further, to say truth, he Stands engaged to the Father, as Surety of the Covenant, to convert, preserve and bring safe to Heaven, all that Are given in Covenant to him by God the Father.
and they shall hear my voyce, &c. Joh. 10.16. Chap. 6.39.17, 12. v. But, among the many God hath given to Christ, may not one be lost? No, none, not one:
and they shall hear my voice, etc. John 10.16. Chap. 6.39.17, 12. v. But, among the many God hath given to christ, may not one be lost? No, none, not one:
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Now, thô 'tis true, (and all good men believe it, ) that wicked, bloody, idolatrous Rome is Great Babylon, Mystery, Babylon, (or Babylon in a Mystery) the Mother of Harlots (Errors, Heresies, Treasons, Murders, Rebellions, Cruelties, Oppressions, Persecutions,
Now, though it's true, (and all good men believe it,) that wicked, bloody, idolatrous Room is Great Babylon, Mystery, Babylon, (or Babylon in a Mystery) the Mother of Harlots (Errors, Heresies, Treasons, Murders, Rebellions, Cruelties, Oppressions, Persecutions,
tho Rome, in the judgment of God, and good men, be Babylon, the Seat of the Beast, the Throne and Kingdom of Antichrist and the Devil, which shall one day be thrown down as a Milstone into the Sea, that shall never rise more;
though Room, in the judgement of God, and good men, be Babylon, the Seat of the Beast, the Throne and Kingdom of Antichrist and the devil, which shall one day be thrown down as a Millstone into the Sea, that shall never rise more;
yet I should be very loth to be so censorious, as to say, That all the many thousands of poor ignorant Souls, that have been most wretchedly nusled up in Popish Darkness, perish;
yet I should be very loath to be so censorious, as to say, That all the many thousands of poor ignorant Souls, that have been most wretchedly nusled up in Popish Darkness, perish;
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and go to Heaven, whether dying in Infancy, (concerning whom I am exceeding charitable) or in their Adult State, they are all saved by the blessed Son of God, Jesus Christ:
and go to Heaven, whither dying in Infancy, (Concerning whom I am exceeding charitable) or in their Adult State, they Are all saved by the blessed Son of God, jesus christ:
For there is none other Name under Heaven given amongst men whereby we can be saved, Acts 4.12. 2. If Believers, and they only, are blessed when they die, then Self-examination is a very proper and necessary work, 1 Cor. 13.5.
For there is none other Name under Heaven given among men whereby we can be saved, Acts 4.12. 2. If Believers, and they only, Are blessed when they die, then Self-examination is a very proper and necessary work, 1 Cor. 13.5.
1. Examine whether you have been made partakers of the Grace of Regeneration, without which there is no Salvation, no entring into the Kingdom of Heaven, Joh. 3.3, 5. 2. Examine whether you grow in Grace, Holiness, Righteousness, Charity, Piety, and the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ;
1. Examine whither you have been made partakers of the Grace of Regeneration, without which there is no Salvation, no entering into the Kingdom of Heaven, John 3.3, 5. 2. Examine whither you grow in Grace, Holiness, Righteousness, Charity, Piety, and the knowledge of our Lord jesus christ;
when they go out of the World, because they never went farther than to be Hypocrites in Heart, who heap up wrath aginst the day of wrath, Rom. 2.5. 4. State the Case betwixt God and thy Soul;
when they go out of the World, Because they never went farther than to be Hypocrites in Heart, who heap up wrath against the day of wrath, Rom. 2.5. 4. State the Case betwixt God and thy Soul;
Grace be with, all them that love the Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity, Eph. 6.24. 2. If the Lord Jesus Christ, who is infinitely and superlatively precious, be more precious and desireable than all precious things in Heaven and Earth to thee:
Grace be with, all them that love the Lord jesus christ in sincerity, Ephesians 6.24. 2. If the Lord jesus christ, who is infinitely and superlatively precious, be more precious and desirable than all precious things in Heaven and Earth to thee:
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Ʋnto you therefore which believe, he is precious, 1 Pet. 2.7. 3. If you sincerely, from right Principles, and to right ends, love and delight in the People of God, who are poor and despised in this World by the men of this World, who have their Portion in this Life.
Ʋnto you Therefore which believe, he is precious, 1 Pet. 2.7. 3. If you sincerely, from right Principles, and to right ends, love and delight in the People of God, who Are poor and despised in this World by the men of this World, who have their Portion in this Life.
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For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed towards his Name, in that ye have ministred to the Saints, and do minister, Heb. 6.10.
For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which you have showed towards his Name, in that you have ministered to the Saints, and do minister, Hebrew 6.10.
5. If thou lovest, choosest, earnestly desirest, and truly followest after Faith, Purity, Humility, Sincerity, with all other Graces and Vertues of the Holy Spirit,
5. If thou Lovest, choosest, earnestly Desirest, and truly followest After Faith, Purity, Humility, Sincerity, with all other Graces and Virtues of the Holy Spirit,
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Heart sins, and Conversation sins, open sins, and secret evils? Dost thou hate vain Thoughts, and all the motions and workings of sin and corruptions in thy Members? And art thou truly burdened with the filth of Sin,
Heart Sins, and Conversation Sins, open Sins, and secret evils? Dost thou hate vain Thoughts, and all the motions and workings of since and corruptions in thy Members? And art thou truly burdened with the filth of since,
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as well as thou hast been with the guilt of Sin? And dost thou loath thy self for thy Sins, groan under them, cry out against them, desiring to be rid of them, saying unto the Lord, Take away all Iniquity, and receive me graciously:
as well as thou hast been with the guilt of since? And dost thou loath thy self for thy Sins, groan under them, cry out against them, desiring to be rid of them, saying unto the Lord, Take away all Iniquity, and receive me graciously:
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7. A Godly Life and Conversation is a demonstration of Regeneration, (a holy Life is the Forerunner of a happy Death) and therefore is a sure Testimony of Grace here, and Glory hereafter.
7. A Godly Life and Conversation is a demonstration of Regeneration, (a holy Life is the Forerunner of a happy Death) and Therefore is a sure Testimony of Grace Here, and Glory hereafter.
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but there is not, cannot be a Holy and godly Life, and Fruits of Righteousness, pleasing to God without, Heb. 11.5, 6. Phil. 3.6. 3. From the Consideration of Future and Eternal happiness, let all the Lords People, of all perswasions, be moved to be ever following that which is good, both among themselves and towards all Men.
but there is not, cannot be a Holy and godly Life, and Fruits of Righteousness, pleasing to God without, Hebrew 11.5, 6. Philip 3.6. 3. From the Consideration of Future and Eternal happiness, let all the lords People, of all persuasions, be moved to be ever following that which is good, both among themselves and towards all Men.
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Ans. Gods People are a poor and afflicted People. But for thy comfort consider, 1. That thou hadst better be sorrowful than sinfull, better be more afflicted than any, then as wicked as any;
Ans. God's People Are a poor and afflicted People. But for thy Comfort Consider, 1. That thou Hadst better be sorrowful than sinful, better be more afflicted than any, then as wicked as any;
Now if Sin be either purged away, or prevented, this is greatly for the profit of the Lords People, 2 Cor. 12.7. Heb. 12.10. 4. All our Afflictions are comparatively very light. As,
Now if since be either purged away, or prevented, this is greatly for the profit of the lords People, 2 Cor. 12.7. Hebrew 12.10. 4. All our Afflictions Are comparatively very Light. As,
Who can number his Iniquities? We may as well span the Heavens with a hand, weigh the Earth in a Ballance, empty the Ocean with an Oyster-shell, count the drops of the same,
Who can number his Iniquities? We may as well span the Heavens with a hand, weigh the Earth in a Balance, empty the Ocean with an Oyster shell, count the drops of the same,
3. Our Afflictions are little, yea, very light, in respect of the Afflictions of many of our Fellow Creatures, (yea some of the worthies of old not excepted, Heb. 11.35, 36, 37, 38, 39.) For how many are born in Barns, lie under Hedges, have hungry Bellies,
3. Our Afflictions Are little, yea, very Light, in respect of the Afflictions of many of our Fellow Creatures, (yea Some of the worthies of old not excepted, Hebrew 11.35, 36, 37, 38, 39.) For how many Are born in Barns, lie under Hedges, have hungry Bellies,
4. Our Afflictions are unconceivably light in respect of (and indeed not worthy to be compared to) the great and unspeakable Sufferings of Jesus Christ for us:
4. Our Afflictions Are unconceivably Light in respect of (and indeed not worthy to be compared to) the great and unspeakable Sufferings of jesus christ for us:
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Who his own self bare our sins in his own Body on the Tree, &c. Wherefore, in a word, I say, our Afflictions outward and inward, compared to the sufferings of Christ for us, are no more,
Who his own self bore our Sins in his own Body on the Tree, etc. Wherefore, in a word, I say, our Afflictions outward and inward, compared to the sufferings of christ for us, Are no more,
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Finally, Are Saints blessed when they die? and are you now come to follow this Blessed Saints Corps unto the grave? Then, my beloved, let me entreat you, perswade you,
Finally, are Saints blessed when they die? and Are you now come to follow this Blessed Saints Corpse unto the grave? Then, my Beloved, let me entreat you, persuade you,
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or Brother, or Uncle, or Friend, or Neighbour, and prepare and provide timely for Death and Eternity, that when it shall come to be your turns to go out of the world,
or Brother, or Uncle, or Friend, or Neighbour, and prepare and provide timely for Death and Eternity, that when it shall come to be your turns to go out of the world,
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And in a word, a man of such great worth, both as a Man and a Christian, that if all were said that might be truly spoken in his due praise, it would make a Volume of it self.
And in a word, a man of such great worth, both as a Man and a Christian, that if all were said that might be truly spoken in his due praise, it would make a Volume of it self.
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But, as the consideration of the holy Life and happy Death of our dear deceased Friend, may be comfortable to the sinking sorrowful Hearts of his dear surviving Relations, whose loss must needs be great,
But, as the consideration of the holy Life and happy Death of our dear deceased Friend, may be comfortable to the sinking sorrowful Hearts of his dear surviving Relations, whose loss must needs be great,
We should timely, I say, prepare for Death: (1.) Because Death will certainly come. (2.) Because it may suddenly come. (3.) Because that man is happy that is fit for Death,
We should timely, I say, prepare for Death: (1.) Because Death will Certainly come. (2.) Because it may suddenly come. (3.) Because that man is happy that is fit for Death,
