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A GRIEF and CONCERN For other Mens Sins Urg'd and Directed. Let us Pray.
A GRIEF and CONCERN For other Men's Sins Urged and Directed. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Psal. 119.158. I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved;and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. Psalm 119.158. I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved;
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because they kept not thy word.
Because they kept not thy word.
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OUR Blessed Saviour puts together the Abounding of Iniquity and the Decay of Charity, as things that dousually go together,
OUR Blessed Saviour puts together the Abounding of Iniquity and the Decay of Charity, as things that dousually go together,
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and have a dependence upon each other. Matt. 24.12. And the truth of this may very easily be observed;
and have a dependence upon each other. Matt. 24.12. And the truth of this may very Easily be observed;
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That where-ever, in any single Person, or in a Nation, there is a great deal of Wickedness, there is also a proportionable defect of Love, both to God and Men.
That wherever, in any single Person, or in a nation, there is a great deal of Wickedness, there is also a proportionable defect of Love, both to God and Men.
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And there is a reason for that in the nature of the thing; for all Religion is but Love variously exercised;
And there is a reason for that in the nature of the thing; for all Religion is but Love variously exercised;
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and Wickedness is want of Love.
and Wickedness is want of Love.
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From hence it comes to pass also, that when Wickedness is grown very common and frequent, it is as common for People to be unconcerned at it,
From hence it comes to pass also, that when Wickedness is grown very Common and frequent, it is as Common for People to be unconcerned At it,
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and to be without any Sorrow or Trouble for it. These things we see sadly verified in our unhappy Age.
and to be without any Sorrow or Trouble for it. These things we see sadly verified in our unhappy Age.
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Iniquity does wofully abound among all sorts of Men;
Iniquity does woefully abound among all sorts of Men;
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and this Instance of the Decay of Charity does every where appear too, that there is very little concern or trouble amongst us for that it does so abound.
and this Instance of the Decay of Charity does every where appear too, that there is very little concern or trouble among us for that it does so abound.
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Many boast of their own Sins, and take pleasure in those that follow the same: They rejoice to doe evil themselves;
Many boast of their own Sins, and take pleasure in those that follow the same: They rejoice to do evil themselves;
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and delight in the frowardness, or perverseness, of the wicked, Prov. 2.14. It is the Diversion of some to debauch and corrupt others;and delight in the frowardness, or perverseness, of the wicked, Curae 2.14. It is the Diversion of Some to debauch and corrupt Others;
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'tis what they endeavour earnestly, and boast of if they can, accomplish it. So as Solomon says, 'Tis a sport to a fool to doe mischief, Prov. 10.23. That which deserves to be regarded with the greatest Horrour and Detestation, that which is the greatest Harm and Prejudice to their Neighbour, gives them their devilish and malicious Delight and Satisfaction.
it's what they endeavour earnestly, and boast of if they can, accomplish it. So as Solomon Says, It's a sport to a fool to do mischief, Curae 10.23. That which deserves to be regarded with the greatest Horror and Detestation, that which is the greatest Harm and Prejudice to their Neighbour, gives them their devilish and malicious Delight and Satisfaction.
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If Men do at all resent the Wickedness of the World, 'tis usually only what they suffer from that they resent;
If Men do At all resent the Wickedness of the World, it's usually only what they suffer from that they resent;
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and that too, because they suffer from it:
and that too, Because they suffer from it:
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Or they hate one another for the Faults which they observe and study to find in each other, without any detestation of the Faults themselves:
Or they hate one Another for the Faults which they observe and study to find in each other, without any detestation of the Faults themselves:
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For they many times run themselves into the same Faults which they condemn and exclaim against in their Neighbours.
For they many times run themselves into the same Faults which they condemn and exclaim against in their Neighbours.
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And several Parties, out of opposition, run from each other into Faults of contrary Extreams:
And several Parties, out of opposition, run from each other into Faults of contrary Extremes:
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So that it is not Sin and Wickedness which such Men, with all their specious Pretences, do abhorr and are angry at;
So that it is not since and Wickedness which such Men, with all their specious Pretences, do abhor and Are angry At;
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but only this or that Sin which is contrary to some darling Humour of their own, or to their worldly Interest;
but only this or that since which is contrary to Some darling Humour of their own, or to their worldly Interest;
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as they have chosen to place their Interest.
as they have chosen to place their Interest.
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If then we speak of those who are unconcerned or unduly concerned at the Wickedness of the Age, we speak of the greatest part of Men.
If then we speak of those who Are unconcerned or unduly concerned At the Wickedness of the Age, we speak of the greatest part of Men.
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And this proceeds from, and proves that great decay and want of Love to God and our Neighbour which does always necessarily accompany abundant Wickedness.
And this proceeds from, and Proves that great decay and want of Love to God and our Neighbour which does always necessarily accompany abundant Wickedness.
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But the quite contrary to this is, The Disposition of all pious and good Men,
But the quite contrary to this is, The Disposition of all pious and good Men,
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Even that which the Psalmist expresses concerning himself in the words of our Text, when he says, I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved;
Even that which the Psalmist Expresses Concerning himself in the words of our Text, when he Says, I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved;
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because they kept not thy word. Because they kept not thy word.
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When a Man is very carefull of his own ways, when he hates all manner of Wickedness for its own sake,
When a Man is very careful of his own ways, when he hates all manner of Wickedness for its own sake,
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and avoids it in his practice, then he is deeply affected and troubled at the Wickedness which he observes in the World:
and avoids it in his practice, then he is deeply affected and troubled At the Wickedness which he observes in the World:
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And it troubles him as wickedness, not only as hurtfull to himself. David was grieved at the Transgressors,
And it Troubles him as wickedness, not only as hurtful to himself. David was grieved At the Transgressors,
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because they were Transgressors, because they kept not the Law of God.
Because they were Transgressors, Because they kept not the Law of God.
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So often does he express an uneasie sense of other Mens Sins, that it appears to have belonged to the very habit and temper of his Mind. In Psal. 101.3. he says, I hate the works of such as turn aside. In Psal. 119.104. I hate every false way.
So often does he express an uneasy sense of other Men's Sins, that it appears to have belonged to the very habit and temper of his Mind. In Psalm 101.3. he Says, I hate the works of such as turn aside. In Psalm 119.104. I hate every false Way.
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In Vers. 136. Rivers of waters run down mine eyes, because they keep not thy Law.
In Vers. 136. rivers of waters run down mine eyes, Because they keep not thy Law.
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Thus also was the righteous Lot vexed with the filthy conversation of the Sodomites among whom he dwelt, as is said of him, 2 Peter 2.7.
Thus also was the righteous Lot vexed with the filthy Conversation of the Sodomites among whom he dwelled, as is said of him, 2 Peter 2.7.
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And many other like Instances the Scripture affords us.
And many other like Instances the Scripture affords us.
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It shall be the business of the present Discourse to recommend and urge this temper of Mind which the Psalmist here expresses;
It shall be the business of the present Discourse to recommend and urge this temper of Mind which the Psalmist Here Expresses;
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and then to direct it, or to shew how it should be qualified.
and then to Direct it, or to show how it should be qualified.
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In the first place, I shall endeavour to recommend and urge, a Grief and Trouble of Mind for the Wickedness which we must needs observe in the World.
In the First place, I shall endeavour to recommend and urge, a Grief and Trouble of Mind for the Wickedness which we must needs observe in the World.
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And to this purpose I shall make it appear that the Love of God does oblige us to this,
And to this purpose I shall make it appear that the Love of God does oblige us to this,
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and the Love of our Neighbour. 1. The Love of God does oblige us to this, and require it of us.
and the Love of our Neighbour. 1. The Love of God does oblige us to this, and require it of us.
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If indeed we have a true Love to God, this will attend it;
If indeed we have a true Love to God, this will attend it;
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and we must not pretend to love him, without being grieved at the Sins of Men.
and we must not pretend to love him, without being grieved At the Sins of Men.
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Does not Love unite Concerns and Interests? Is it not in the nature of this to wish all good things and all that will please, to him whom we love? And must it not by consequence be grieved and troubled at what happens that is displeasing to him and contrary to his Interest? If we truly love God, must we not hate that which is most contrary to his very Nature,
Does not Love unite Concerns and Interests? Is it not in the nature of this to wish all good things and all that will please, to him whom we love? And must it not by consequence be grieved and troubled At what happens that is displeasing to him and contrary to his Interest? If we truly love God, must we not hate that which is most contrary to his very Nature,
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and that which he does himself abhorr? Especially when his Hatred is so infallible and just as it must needs be.
and that which he does himself abhor? Especially when his Hatred is so infallible and just as it must needs be.
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Love to God must needs be concerned for his Honour and Glory, and must wish that all Men would honour and serve him.
Love to God must needs be concerned for his Honour and Glory, and must wish that all Men would honour and serve him.
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It is expected from us by him that we have such a Concern as is intimated in the Lord's Prayer, where we are directed to say, Hallowed be thy Name. And we pretend to have this Concern when we say that Prayer,
It is expected from us by him that we have such a Concern as is intimated in the Lord's Prayer, where we Are directed to say, Hallowed be thy Name. And we pretend to have this Concern when we say that Prayer,
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and do oblige our selves to have it, when we pretend to it.
and do oblige our selves to have it, when we pretend to it.
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But then, if we are concern'd for his Honour, as Love and Duty oblige us to be, we must be grieved for whatever does dishonour him.
But then, if we Are concerned for his Honour, as Love and Duty oblige us to be, we must be grieved for whatever does dishonour him.
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It must deeply affect us to see Men rebell against the common Sovereign of the World;
It must deeply affect us to see Men rebel against the Common Sovereign of the World;
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to see them refuse to pay him his just Right, who is the righteous God; and be ungratefull to so good and bounteous a Benefactor;
to see them refuse to pay him his just Right, who is the righteous God; and be ungrateful to so good and bounteous a Benefactor;
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refusing to reverence, and esteem, and love absolute and incomprehensible Perfections.
refusing to Reverence, and esteem, and love absolute and incomprehensible Perfections.
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A truly loving Soul must often have in it such wishes as these which did proceed from such an one;
A truly loving Soul must often have in it such wishes as these which did proceed from such an one;
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Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness; and for his wonderfull works to the children of men. O that men would praise the Lord for his Goodness; and for his wonderful works to the children of men.
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Let the people praise thee, O Lord; yea, let all the people praise thee. Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord. Let the people praise thee, Oh Lord; yea, let all the people praise thee. Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord.
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Such an one then, with the good Prophet, must needs weep in secret places for the Wickedness which he observes in the publick, Jer. 13.17.
Such an one then, with the good Prophet, must needs weep in secret places for the Wickedness which he observes in the public, Jer. 13.17.
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Thus we see that the Love of God does oblige us to this. 2. Let us now see how the Love of our Neighbour does so too.
Thus we see that the Love of God does oblige us to this. 2. Let us now see how the Love of our Neighbour does so too.
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The Apostle Paul makes it one of the glorious and inseparable Characters of Charity, that it does not rejoice in iniquity, 1 Cor. 13.6.
The Apostle Paul makes it one of the glorious and inseparable Characters of Charity, that it does not rejoice in iniquity, 1 Cor. 13.6.
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And without doubt he said this by the direction of as divine and infallible Spirit.
And without doubt he said this by the direction of as divine and infallible Spirit.
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It cannot be that a Man can have any true or wise Love to his Neighbour,
It cannot be that a Man can have any true or wise Love to his Neighbour,
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and yet at the same time endeavour to debauch him, or rejoice in his Wickedness.
and yet At the same time endeavour to debauch him, or rejoice in his Wickedness.
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It is never Love to him, though that is sometimes pretended, but the basest Self-love or Malice that does either of these.
It is never Love to him, though that is sometime pretended, but the Basest Self-love or Malice that does either of these.
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He seeks only the satisfaction of his own vile desires who does thus, or pleases and delights himself at the cost of his Neighbour's disparagement and mischief, which is certainly an Instance of the greatest Malice.
He seeks only the satisfaction of his own vile Desires who does thus, or Pleases and delights himself At the cost of his Neighbour's disparagement and mischief, which is Certainly an Instance of the greatest Malice.
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But I shall make this evident, That the Love of our Neighbour requires our great Grief and Concern for his Wickedness, by the following Particulars.
But I shall make this evident, That the Love of our Neighbour requires our great Grief and Concern for his Wickedness, by the following Particulars.
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1 It must have this Effect in us, because of that Vileness and Disparagement which Men bring upon themselves by their Wickedness.
1 It must have this Effect in us, Because of that Vileness and Disparagement which Men bring upon themselves by their Wickedness.
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They make themselves certainly vile and contemptible in the Sight of God, and in the Account of those bright Hosts of Angels that delight,
They make themselves Certainly vile and contemptible in the Sighed of God, and in the Account of those bright Hosts of Angels that delight,
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and count it their Glory, to doe his Will; and therefore they do really become vile in themselves.
and count it their Glory, to do his Will; and Therefore they do really become vile in themselves.
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Wickedness will, in spite of all the endeavours of profane Wit and Flattery, rather disparage a Man's Titles than receive Credit from them.
Wickedness will, in spite of all the endeavours of profane Wit and Flattery, rather disparage a Man's Titles than receive Credit from them.
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The Light of Nature discerns a Baseness in it. Hence it is that all pretend to something or other of Vertue;
The Light of Nature discerns a Baseness in it. Hence it is that all pretend to something or other of Virtue;
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and Men will hardly endure to have the Vices imputed to them which they constantly commit.
and Men will hardly endure to have the Vices imputed to them which they constantly commit.
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A common Drunkard would take it as an Affront to be called a Sot; he that customarily swears, will not be accounted profane and atheistical;
A Common Drunkard would take it as an Affront to be called a Sot; he that customarily swears, will not be accounted profane and atheistical;
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he that will readily swear a multitude of false Oaths, and is prodigal of fallacious Promises, will not indure the Imputation of a Lye.
he that will readily swear a multitude of false Oaths, and is prodigal of fallacious Promises, will not endure the Imputation of a Lie.
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No Man can endure the true Names of his sins, though he loves the Sins themselves;
No Man can endure the true Names of his Sins, though he loves the Sins themselves;
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which shows that Reason and Conscience condemn them, and that they are shamefull and disparaging things.
which shows that Reason and Conscience condemn them, and that they Are shameful and disparaging things.
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Let who will be given up to Vice, he shall live undesired, and die unlamented by all Men;
Let who will be given up to Vice, he shall live undesired, and die unlamented by all Men;
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though he may be flattered, he is not respected;
though he may be flattered, he is not respected;
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and when he dies, his Name stinks as soon as his Carcase, and his Memory rots.
and when he die, his Name stinks as soon as his Carcase, and his Memory rots.
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Vice in every Man, of whatever Rank or Quality, is rash and foolish; Vertue is considerate and wise;
Vice in every Man, of whatever Rank or Quality, is rash and foolish; Virtue is considerate and wise;
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Vice is giddy, impotent and inconstant; Vertue is steady and strong; Vice makes a Man empty and useless at least, perhaps mischievous and intolerable:
Vice is giddy, impotent and inconstant; Virtue is steady and strong; Vice makes a Man empty and useless At least, perhaps mischievous and intolerable:
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There is certainly nothing truly excellent and great to be expected from a Man of exorbitant Lusts and Passions.
There is Certainly nothing truly excellent and great to be expected from a Man of exorbitant Lustiest and Passion.
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Uncleanness is a sordid, brutish Sin, let who will be guilty of it. Drunkenness equals a Beggar and a Lord.
Uncleanness is a sordid, brutish since, let who will be guilty of it. drunkenness equals a Beggar and a Lord.
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Perfidiousness and Falshood is cowardly and base.
Perfidiousness and Falsehood is cowardly and base.
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Swearing and profane Talk are a rude Contempt and Affront of the Divine Majesty, and that as it were in his own House and Presence:
Swearing and profane Talk Are a rude Contempt and Affront of the Divine Majesty, and that as it were in his own House and Presence:
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And when it breaks out in the Company of those who profess a due Reverence for the great God, 'tis a Transgression of the common Rules of Civility,
And when it breaks out in the Company of those who profess a due reverence for the great God, it's a Transgression of the Common Rules of Civility,
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and therefore is unbecoming one that would but pretend to Good-breeding and to be Genteel. All Wickedness is a common, vulgar thing, that which every Man can easily attain to.
and Therefore is unbecoming one that would but pretend to Good-breeding and to be Genteel. All Wickedness is a Common, Vulgar thing, that which every Man can Easily attain to.
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But eminent Vertue, strict Piety, and ardent Devotion, are great and uncommon things; they must be endeavoured for, and are the things that are truly Right Honourable.
But eminent Virtue, strict Piety, and Ardent Devotion, Are great and uncommon things; they must be endeavoured for, and Are the things that Are truly Right Honourable.
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And as Wickedness levels the great Man and the mean one in their mind and disposition,
And as Wickedness levels the great Man and the mean one in their mind and disposition,
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so it often does the same thing in the matter of Estate too. Extravagant and enormous Vices can waste the largest Revenues;
so it often does thee same thing in the matter of Estate too. Extravagant and enormous Vices can waste the Largest Revenues;
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they debase the Honourable, empoverish the Rich, and put a shamefull end to Families that have been honoured and renowned for many Ages.
they debase the Honourable, empoverish the Rich, and put a shameful end to Families that have been honoured and renowned for many Ages.
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But now, Are not these things really grievous to behold? And, Must it not trouble him that has Charity or Humanity, to see them? Would it not grieve a Man,
But now, are not these things really grievous to behold? And, Must it not trouble him that has Charity or Humanity, to see them? Would it not grieve a Man,
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if it were considered, to see how Mens Vices stupifie and unman them, and how level with the Beasts they render the noble Creature Man? To see an Immortal Soul utterly forgetfull of all its Dignity;
if it were considered, to see how Men's Vices stupify and unman them, and how level with the Beasts they render the noble Creature Man? To see an Immortal Soul utterly forgetful of all its Dignity;
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Reason abandoned, and Wisdom despised, while Men dote on the felicities of Brutes, and affect to be but a finer sort of them;
Reason abandoned, and Wisdom despised, while Men dote on the felicities of Brutus's, and affect to be but a finer sort of them;
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and abhorr to think or consider which is their glory, and glory in sensuality which is their shame!
and abhor to think or Consider which is their glory, and glory in sensuality which is their shame!
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Nor is Wickedness and Vice only a private and particular Disparagement, but 'tis a publick one too,
Nor is Wickedness and Vice only a private and particular Disparagement, but it's a public one too,
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when it becomes common and publick:
when it becomes Common and public:
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And though this may give Confidence to particular Persons in their Enormities, yet it will certainly bring Disparagement and Shame upon the Community:
And though this may give Confidence to particular Persons in their Enormities, yet it will Certainly bring Disparagement and Shame upon the Community:
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And Sin is and will always be a reproach to any people.
And since is and will always be a reproach to any people.
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Does not the present State of our unhappy Nation but too evidently prove this? What is it exposes us to the scorn of a Nation, which our brave Ancestors could often subdue? What is the Reason that we are so long concern'd in a War with them,
Does not the present State of our unhappy nation but too evidently prove this? What is it exposes us to the scorn of a nation, which our brave Ancestors could often subdue? What is the Reason that we Are so long concerned in a War with them,
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and that with assistance too, and they are not yet conquered? The evident reasons of these things are, That we are weakned by Factions,
and that with assistance too, and they Are not yet conquered? The evident Reasons of these things Are, That we Are weakened by Factions,
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and dividing into Parties, and by disobedient ungovernable Principles; and are effeminated and softned by Vice and dissolute Manners.
and dividing into Parties, and by disobedient ungovernable Principles; and Are effeminated and softened by Vice and dissolute Manners.
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We seem indeed to have made a shamefull exchange with our Enemies, and that they have gotten our wonted Courage and Bravery,
We seem indeed to have made a shameful exchange with our Enemies, and that they have got our wonted Courage and Bravery,
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and we their sneaking and effeminate Vices.
and we their sneaking and effeminate Vices.
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If we go on in our Folly, it must be seen that England is become the tail and scorn of Europe, and we must seek to some potent Neighbour for Protection, instead of being able as heretofore to give Protection our selves to Distressed States. But these things must be too uneasie to be insisted upon,
If we go on in our Folly, it must be seen that England is become the tail and scorn of Europe, and we must seek to Some potent Neighbour for Protection, instead of being able as heretofore to give Protection our selves to Distressed States. But these things must be too uneasy to be insisted upon,
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if a man has any love to his Country.
if a man has any love to his Country.
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2. Love to our Neighbour requires our concern and trouble for the common Wickedness upon the account of those Judgments from God, that this is likely to pull upon men.
2. Love to our Neighbour requires our concern and trouble for the Common Wickedness upon the account of those Judgments from God, that this is likely to pull upon men.
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He that believes the word of God and reads it, and observes the terrible Threatnings therein denounced against the sins of Men:
He that believes the word of God and reads it, and observes the terrible Threatenings therein denounced against the Sins of Men:
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And that is also but a little acquainted with the History of times, and knows thereby how severely the great Judge and Governor of the world has made good those Threatnings;
And that is also but a little acquainted with the History of times, and knows thereby how severely the great Judge and Governor of the world has made good those Threatenings;
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how often Floods, Fires, Wars, Famines, Pestilences, Earthquakes have scourged the wicked and rebellious World;
how often Floods, Fires, Wars, Famines, Pestilences, Earthquakes have scourged the wicked and rebellious World;
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he cannot chuse but be troubled to see men running upon such things, endeavouring to make themselves miserable,
he cannot choose but be troubled to see men running upon such things, endeavouring to make themselves miserable,
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and provoking the divine Thunder and Vengeance:
and provoking the divine Thunder and Vengeance:
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He cannot chuse but fear, when he sees a Nation generally corrupt and wicked, and not tending towards any Reformation, that some dreadfull Calamities are coming towards them too,
He cannot choose but Fear, when he sees a nation generally corrupt and wicked, and not tending towards any Reformation, that Some dreadful Calamities Are coming towards them too,
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and that they are tending towards ruine.
and that they Are tending towards ruin.
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And whatever great and peculiar Instances of God's favour may appear to have been shown towards any people:
And whatever great and peculiar Instances of God's favour may appear to have been shown towards any people:
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These rightly considered, are an argument the rather to expect his Wrath and Vengeance upon them,
These rightly considered, Are an argument the rather to expect his Wrath and Vengeance upon them,
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if they become generally and obstinately wicked;
if they become generally and obstinately wicked;
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according to what he said by his Prophet to the Jews, You only have I known of all the families upon earth, that is, I have chosen you to partake of very peculiar and extraordinary Favours, therefore will I punish you for all your iniquities, Amos 3.2.
according to what he said by his Prophet to the jews, You only have I known of all the families upon earth, that is, I have chosen you to partake of very peculiar and extraordinary Favours, Therefore will I Punish you for all your iniquities, Amos 3.2.
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And indeed the Iniquities of those that have been most oblig'd are the most aggravated and provoking.
And indeed the Iniquities of those that have been most obliged Are the most aggravated and provoking.
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If ever any Nation in the world had encouragement from the kindness of God towards them to expect that they might escape unpunisht in their Sins, the Nation of the Jews had;
If ever any nation in the world had encouragement from the kindness of God towards them to expect that they might escape unpunished in their Sins, the nation of the jews had;
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indeed notwithstanding the Divine Threatnings, they did expect this, and so betrayed themselves into a great deal of presumptuous Wickedness, which brought upon them the Miseries that they would not fear:
indeed notwithstanding the Divine Threatenings, they did expect this, and so betrayed themselves into a great deal of presumptuous Wickedness, which brought upon them the Misery's that they would not Fear:
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And God suffered his own Temple among them, which they thought should stand as long as the World, to be laid in Ruines;
And God suffered his own Temple among them, which they Thought should stand as long as the World, to be laid in Ruins;
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and Heathen Enemies to trample upon his own Worship, and to lead his peculiar people captive from the Land, which by a long Series of Wonders he had given them possession of.
and Heathen Enemies to trample upon his own Worship, and to led his peculiar people captive from the Land, which by a long Series of Wonders he had given them possession of.
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And then, as the sad Prophet complained, who foretold and warned them of these things in Vain, The ways of Sion mourned,
And then, as the sad Prophet complained, who foretold and warned them of these things in Vain, The ways of Sion mourned,
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because none came to her solemn feasts: all her gates were desolate: her priests did sigh, her virgins were afflicted, she was in bitterness:
Because none Come to her solemn feasts: all her gates were desolate: her Priests did sighs, her Virgins were afflicted, she was in bitterness:
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her adversaries are chief, her enemies prosper:
her Adversaries Are chief, her enemies prosper:
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for the Lord had afflicted her, for the multitude of her transgressions, (says he,) her children are gone into captivity before the enemy, Lam. 1.4, 5. This was the sad event and consequence of their Wickedness:for the Lord had afflicted her, for the multitude of her transgressions, (Says he,) her children Are gone into captivity before the enemy, Lam. 1.4, 5. This was the sad event and consequence of their Wickedness:
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And any man may justly fear that the same Calamities may be the bitter fruits of ours,
And any man may justly Fear that the same Calamities may be the bitter fruits of ours,
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if this be not prevented by a speedy Repentance:
if this be not prevented by a speedy Repentance:
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And therefore may justly be troubled and concern'd, to see how obstinately and incorrigibly still we go on to continue and encrease the Divine Wrath against us. 3. But yet farther;
And Therefore may justly be troubled and concerned, to see how obstinately and incorrigibly still we go on to continue and increase the Divine Wrath against us. 3. But yet farther;
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the Love we owe our Neighbour requires our deep trouble and concern at the Wickedness of other men,
the Love we owe our Neighbour requires our deep trouble and concern At the Wickedness of other men,
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because of those dreadfull and eternal Punishments that are prepared for Sinners in another World.
Because of those dreadful and Eternal Punishments that Are prepared for Sinners in Another World.
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If we see a man carelesly going on in Sin, and hardening himself in his Wickedness;
If we see a man carelessly going on in since, and hardening himself in his Wickedness;
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we see him going down to Hell too, and endeavouring to secure himself a Place there.
we see him going down to Hell too, and endeavouring to secure himself a Place there.
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May we not justly be grieved to see a man giving the Devil, his mortal Enemy, full power over him, following his mischievous Allurements,
May we not justly be grieved to see a man giving the devil, his Mortal Enemy, full power over him, following his mischievous Allurements,
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and listening only to him as to a sure Friend? Should it not move a compassionate Grief, to see men chusing the pleasures of Sin, which are but for a short season,
and listening only to him as to a sure Friend? Should it not move a compassionate Grief, to see men choosing the pleasures of since, which Are but for a short season,
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and incurring thereby everlasting Pain and Sorrow! Selling there Souls and forfeiting everlasting Happiness almost for nothing.
and incurring thereby everlasting Pain and Sorrow! Selling there Souls and forfeiting everlasting Happiness almost for nothing.
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To consider that the vain, transitory and short Enjoyments of this Life, are all the Portion of Good these careless Wretches shall ever enjoy,
To Consider that the vain, transitory and short Enjoyments of this Life, Are all the Portion of Good these careless Wretches shall ever enjoy,
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or that they mind to enjoy! That they are posting towards an eternal State, and never think whither they are going!
or that they mind to enjoy! That they Are posting towards an Eternal State, and never think whither they Are going!
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That they must shortly leave all this world, and be entirely stript of all the gaudy circumstances that now amuse and entertain them,
That they must shortly leave all this world, and be entirely stripped of all the gaudy Circumstances that now amuse and entertain them,
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and go to those eternal Horrors, to that endless darkness, and those intolerable Torments which their Sins have deserved!
and go to those Eternal Horrors, to that endless darkness, and those intolerable Torments which their Sins have deserved!
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If we seriously consider the Sinner's case, we shall see that he plays with Fire while he plays with Oaths;
If we seriously Consider the Sinner's case, we shall see that he plays with Fire while he plays with Oaths;
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he swallows deadly Poison in his intemperate Cups; he dances upon the brink of an eternal Lake of Brimstone in his guilty Frolicks.
he Swallows deadly Poison in his intemperate Cups; he dances upon the brink of an Eternal Lake of Brimstone in his guilty Frolics.
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And would it not trouble even the hardest Heart to see a wretched Man raving mad,
And would it not trouble even the Hardest Heart to see a wretched Man raving mad,
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and in his madness cutting or stabbing himself, or eager to throw himself into a Fire!
and in his madness cutting or stabbing himself, or eager to throw himself into a Fire!
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And such as this is the sad Case of a desperate Sinner: He is set upon his own Ruin, resolved to destroy himself.
And such as this is the sad Case of a desperate Sinner: He is Set upon his own Ruin, resolved to destroy himself.
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God is infinite in Mercy, and desires not the death of a Sinner, but had rather that he should turn from his wickedness, and live: And he chuses to perish;
God is infinite in Mercy, and Desires not the death of a Sinner, but had rather that he should turn from his wickedness, and live: And he chooses to perish;
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nothing else will serve him, but the sad Portion of eternal Damnation.
nothing Else will serve him, but the sad Portion of Eternal Damnation.
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Thus, I think, it does evidently appear, that Charity obliges us to be concerned at the Sin and Wickedness that we observe in the World.
Thus, I think, it does evidently appear, that Charity obliges us to be concerned At the since and Wickedness that we observe in the World.
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And thus much shall suffice to urge and recommend this Temper of mind. I shall now proceed to what was next proposed to be insisted on:
And thus much shall suffice to urge and recommend this Temper of mind. I shall now proceed to what was next proposed to be insisted on:
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that is, To direct the Practice of this; which is at least as necessary as the other.
that is, To Direct the Practice of this; which is At least as necessary as the other.
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For indeed as some Men manage their Concern at the common Wickedness of the times, they do themselves greatly encrease it.
For indeed as Some Men manage their Concern At the Common Wickedness of the times, they do themselves greatly increase it.
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Which that we may avoid to do in this matter, let us take care to observe the following Directions.
Which that we may avoid to do in this matter, let us take care to observe the following Directions.
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1. We must carefully avoid all rash and undue Censures of our Neighbours.
1. We must carefully avoid all rash and undue Censures of our Neighbours.
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We must take heed that we do not impute to them the Faults and Sins which they are not guilty of, by a perverse and mistaken Interpretation of their Actions.
We must take heed that we do not impute to them the Faults and Sins which they Are not guilty of, by a perverse and mistaken Interpretation of their Actions.
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By a wrong Interpretation we may call that Evil which is Good, and make our selves very guilty in the sight of God, by setting our selves unjustly against those things as evil, which are truly well-pleasing to him.
By a wrong Interpretation we may call that Evil which is Good, and make our selves very guilty in the sighed of God, by setting our selves unjustly against those things as evil, which Are truly Well-pleasing to him.
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There is a great deal of this false and erroneous Zeal amongst us, to our great disturbance. And yet farther;
There is a great deal of this false and erroneous Zeal among us, to our great disturbance. And yet farther;
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We should certainly be very cautious and sparing, especially in censuring the Actions of those that are above us;
We should Certainly be very cautious and sparing, especially in censuring the Actions of those that Are above us;
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such Actions as we do not know all the Circumstances and Reasons of, nor perhaps is it fit we should.
such Actions as we do not know all the circumstances and Reasons of, nor perhaps is it fit we should.
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The humour and common practice of finding fault with our Governours is it self one of the greatest and one of the most mischievous faults of our time.
The humour and Common practice of finding fault with our Governors is it self one of the greatest and one of the most mischievous Faults of our time.
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If every one would study to be quiet, and doe their own business in their private Stations, those in publick Offices would be able the better to perform theirs for the Common good.
If every one would study to be quiet, and do their own business in their private Stations, those in public Offices would be able the better to perform theirs for the Common good.
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But while every body gives himself leave to meddle, and censure, and to influence them by Talk and Clamour, we interrupt and hinder them,
But while every body gives himself leave to meddle, and censure, and to influence them by Talk and Clamour, we interrupt and hinder them,
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and can justly blame none but our selves for ill Successes.
and can justly blame none but our selves for ill Successes.
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2. In our resentment of the Wickedness of others we must take care that we do not fall our selves into the guilt of Slander and Backbiting.
2. In our resentment of the Wickedness of Others we must take care that we do not fallen our selves into the guilt of Slander and Backbiting.
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It is the very guilty and common Entertainment of some People, and almost, all their Discourse together, to rail at their Neighbours, to detract from and disparage all that are not of their own Party, to smite their Neighbours secretly with the Blows of a malicious and disdainfull Tongue,
It is the very guilty and Common Entertainment of Some People, and almost, all their Discourse together, to rail At their Neighbours, to detract from and disparage all that Are not of their own Party, to smite their Neighbours secretly with the Blows of a malicious and disdainful Tongue,
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while they pretend to be lamenting the Wickedness of the Times.
while they pretend to be lamenting the Wickedness of the Times.
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To be often engaged in Talking against others, and finding fault with them, argues rather a Delight to expose and mention their Faults,
To be often engaged in Talking against Others, and finding fault with them, argues rather a Delight to expose and mention their Faults,
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than a true, charitable Grief for their commission of them.
than a true, charitable Grief for their commission of them.
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It proceeds indeed from Pride and Self love to doe thus, or from Malice and Revenge;
It proceeds indeed from Pride and Self love to do thus, or from Malice and Revenge;
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and does tickle and gratifie these ill Humours.
and does tickle and gratify these ill Humours.
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Such Persons smite with the tongue only, because they cannot doe it with the fist of wickedness, and persecute with cruel mockings, because they cannot doe it with scourgings. But rash Censure and Slander commonly go together;
Such Persons smite with the tongue only, Because they cannot do it with the fist of wickedness, and persecute with cruel mockings, Because they cannot do it with scourgings. But rash Censure and Slander commonly go together;
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and the same Persons are usually very apt to judge ill and to report ill of their Neighbours.
and the same Persons Are usually very apt to judge ill and to report ill of their Neighbours.
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And this Practice of Slander and Backbiting is allowed, justified and cloak'd with many under the specious and demure Pretence of lamenting the Wickedness of the Times.
And this Practice of Slander and Backbiting is allowed, justified and cloaked with many under the specious and demure Pretence of lamenting the Wickedness of the Times.
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These things therefore we must be aware of, that we may avoid them.
These things Therefore we must be aware of, that we may avoid them.
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3. Our resentment of other Mens Wickedness must be free from Envy at the Prosperity of the Wicked.
3. Our resentment of other Men's Wickedness must be free from Envy At the Prosperity of the Wicked.
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There are many usefull Directions for our behaviour in this matter in the 37th. Psalm, of which this is one;
There Are many useful Directions for our behaviour in this matter in the 37th. Psalm, of which this is one;
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for thus the good Man, who himself greatly resented the Sins of others, begins that Psalm; Fret not thy self because of evil doers;
for thus the good Man, who himself greatly resented the Sins of Others, begins that Psalm; Fret not thy self Because of evil doers;
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neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity. neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.
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We must not murmur against God, nor question his Providence, if any such do by his permission prosper for a while.
We must not murmur against God, nor question his Providence, if any such do by his permission prosper for a while.
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We must acquiesce in the disposals of his Providence, and submit to them whatever they are;
We must acquiesce in the disposals of his Providence, and submit to them whatever they Are;
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and not make our selves uneasie under them. We must not wish such Men harm, nor long to see God's Judgments overtake them;
and not make our selves uneasy under them. We must not wish such Men harm, nor long to see God's Judgments overtake them;
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but should rather charitably wish, that they would see and amend their Sins, and prevent the Wrath of God from falling upon them.
but should rather charitably wish, that they would see and amend their Sins, and prevent the Wrath of God from falling upon them.
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4. As we must avoid Envy at the Prosperity of Sinners, so we must be free from all Wrath and Hatred against their Persons.
4. As we must avoid Envy At the Prosperity of Sinners, so we must be free from all Wrath and Hatred against their Persons.
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This says the Psalmist too, in the 8th Verse, Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; fret not thy self in any wise to doe evil.
This Says the Psalmist too, in the 8th Verse, Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; fret not thy self in any wise to do evil.
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We must learn to distinguish between the Person and his Faults. We, I say, must doe thus, who are in private Stations;
We must Learn to distinguish between the Person and his Faults. We, I say, must do thus, who Are in private Stations;
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and we should compassionate the Person while we hate his Wickedness. The Sins of others must not be prosecuted with our Malice and Revenge;
and we should compassionate the Person while we hate his Wickedness. The Sins of Others must not be prosecuted with our Malice and Revenge;
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no, not though they be Injuries against us.
no, not though they be Injuries against us.
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We must forgive them that trespass against us, as we would desire God to forgive our Trespasses against him.
We must forgive them that trespass against us, as we would desire God to forgive our Trespasses against him.
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We must not design in our Prayers their mischief and hurt, who are our Enemies,
We must not Design in our Prayers their mischief and hurt, who Are our Enemies,
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but only our defence and deliverance from what mischief they design or endeavour to doe us.
but only our defence and deliverance from what mischief they Design or endeavour to do us.
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Therefore our Church, according to the meek Spirit of the Gospel, and the Pattern of our Master Jesus, directs us to pray, That God would forgive our Enemies, Persecutors and Slanderers, and turn their hearts:
Therefore our Church, according to the meek Spirit of the Gospel, and the Pattern of our Master jesus, directs us to pray, That God would forgive our Enemies, Persecutors and Slanderers, and turn their hearts:
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And without any ill wish to their Persons it says again, Abate their Pride, asswage their Malice, and confound their Devices.
And without any ill wish to their Persons it Says again, Abate their Pride, assuage their Malice, and confound their Devices.
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5. We must not suffer our Trouble and Grief for the Wickedness of the times, to deject our Minds, or bring us into Despair.
5. We must not suffer our Trouble and Grief for the Wickedness of the times, to deject our Minds, or bring us into Despair.
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This were an excessive, and indeed but a worldly Grief in all likelihood.
This were an excessive, and indeed but a worldly Grief in all likelihood.
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We must, notwithstanding the Wickedness which we observe in the World, yet believe that God governs it.
We must, notwithstanding the Wickedness which we observe in the World, yet believe that God governs it.
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Though Sinners doe that which he forbids, yet they doe nothing but what he permits, and can over-rule to what Events he pleases.
Though Sinners do that which he forbids, yet they do nothing but what he permits, and can overrule to what Events he Pleases.
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He can make the Mischiefs which they design against others, turn upon themselves, to their own Confusion and Ruin.
He can make the Mischiefs which they Design against Others, turn upon themselves, to their own Confusion and Ruin.
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This the Psalmist says, Psal. 37. v. 14.15.
This the Psalmist Says, Psalm 37. v. 14.15.
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The wicked have drawn out the sword, they have bent their bow, to cast down the poor and needy, The wicked have drawn out the sword, they have bent their bow, to cast down the poor and needy,
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and to slay such as be of an upright conversation: Their sword shall enter into their own heart, and their bow shall be broken. and to slay such as be of an upright Conversation: Their sword shall enter into their own heart, and their bow shall be broken.
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We should consider, that he can soon wither the greatest Prosperity of mischievous Sinners;
We should Consider, that he can soon wither the greatest Prosperity of mischievous Sinners;
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that as he beholds Mischief and Spite, to requite it with his Hand, so he will very terribly doe this in his due time.
that as he beholds Mischief and Spite, to requite it with his Hand, so he will very terribly do this in his due time.
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To this purpose the Psalmist says, Tho' he had seen the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green bay-tree;
To this purpose the Psalmist Says, Though he had seen the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green Bay tree;
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yet he saw him pass away also, and lo he was not; and to that degree, that he could find no foot-steps of his former greatness.
yet he saw him pass away also, and lo he was not; and to that degree, that he could find no footsteps of his former greatness.
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For a while did the Tribe of Benjamin prosper in the defence of their Wickedness; but they paid dear for their Sin, and for their Prosperity too at last.
For a while did the Tribe of Benjamin prosper in the defence of their Wickedness; but they paid dear for their since, and for their Prosperity too At last.
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As they in all likelihood suffered much the worse for their former Successes, while these did more and more enrage their Enemies against them,
As they in all likelihood suffered much the Worse for their former Successes, while these did more and more enrage their Enemies against them,
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So it has doubtless often happened to other Sinners, and may still doe so to more.
So it has doubtless often happened to other Sinners, and may still do so to more.
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6. In the last place, While we resent the Wickedness of other Men, we must take care not to overlook or forget our own.
6. In the last place, While we resent the Wickedness of other Men, we must take care not to overlook or forget our own.
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These we should in the first place search for and lament, and purge our selves from them:
These we should in the First place search for and lament, and purge our selves from them:
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though the neglect of this is a very common fault in this matter: We pry into other Mens faults, and palliate or overlook our own.
though the neglect of this is a very Common fault in this matter: We pry into other Men's Faults, and palliate or overlook our own.
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And many times, under pretence of putting away what is amiss, we do but lay our own dirt off our selves, upon our Neighbour's door;
And many times, under pretence of putting away what is amiss, we do but lay our own dirt off our selves, upon our Neighbour's door;
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we blame him for what we our selves only are truly guilty of; this is common with the divided Parties among us.
we blame him for what we our selves only Are truly guilty of; this is Common with the divided Parties among us.
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Let us consider, That we are not fit at all to censure other Men, till we have first censured and amendded our selves.
Let us Consider, That we Are not fit At all to censure other Men, till we have First censured and amendded our selves.
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And our Saviour, Matth. 7. counts it an Hypocrisie, not to amend our selves first.
And our Saviour, Matthew 7. counts it an Hypocrisy, not to amend our selves First.
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It is true, That if Wickedness, as such, does really trouble and grieve us, as it is a Dishonour and Offence to God, and hurtfull to Mankind;
It is true, That if Wickedness, as such, does really trouble and grieve us, as it is a Dishonour and Offence to God, and hurtful to Mankind;
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then, as we are nearest to our selves, we shall be concerned in the first place, to get our selves free from it.
then, as we Are nearest to our selves, we shall be concerned in the First place, to get our selves free from it.
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Thus much may suffice to direct our Grief and Trouble for the Sins of other Men.
Thus much may suffice to Direct our Grief and Trouble for the Sins of other Men.
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I shall now conclude this Discourse with only one Exhortation, which the Subject of it does very naturally and freely suggest.
I shall now conclude this Discourse with only one Exhortation, which the Subject of it does very naturally and freely suggest.
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If it be sitting for us to be concerned and troubled at the Sins of other Men;
If it be sitting for us to be concerned and troubled At the Sins of other Men;
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then 'tis very fitting, and that which all should doe, to set themselves in their several Places against the Wickedness of the World.
then it's very fitting, and that which all should do, to Set themselves in their several Places against the Wickedness of the World.
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It follows from hence, That every Man should doe what he can, and what his Place and Station will allow him to doe, towards the correcting and amending the Wickedness of the times,
It follows from hence, That every Man should do what he can, and what his Place and Station will allow him to do, towards the correcting and amending the Wickedness of the times,
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or to prevent the Continuance and farther Contagion of it.
or to prevent the Continuance and farther Contagion of it.
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Every Man that has any persons under his Care and Charge, or whom he has some authority over, should earnestly endeavour that they may not be infected with the common Wickedness;
Every Man that has any Persons under his Care and Charge, or whom he has Some Authority over, should earnestly endeavour that they may not be infected with the Common Wickedness;
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or if they are so unhappy, that they may be cured.
or if they Are so unhappy, that they may be cured.
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These Obligations to be troubled and grieved for other mens Sins, lay great Obligations upon Magistrates, to punish and restrain all manner of Wickedness to the utmost of their Power;
These Obligations to be troubled and grieved for other men's Sins, lay great Obligations upon Magistrates, to Punish and restrain all manner of Wickedness to the utmost of their Power;
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and upon Ministers, to reprove and condemn it zealously both by their Life and Doctrine:
and upon Ministers, to reprove and condemn it zealously both by their Life and Doctrine:
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And also it requires all that are Masters and Governours of Families, to make it their constant Care and Endeavour to discountenance, suppress,
And also it requires all that Are Masters and Governors of Families, to make it their constant Care and Endeavour to discountenance, suppress,
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and prevent all manner of Wickedness in their several Families.
and prevent all manner of Wickedness in their several Families.
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I am not now speaking either to Magistrates or Ministers, and therefore it were impertinent to insist and stay upon the urging them to what is their Duty in the case:
I am not now speaking either to Magistrates or Ministers, and Therefore it were impertinent to insist and stay upon the urging them to what is their Duty in the case:
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and indeed it is not so necessary as to urge the Duty of the Masters and Heads of Families.
and indeed it is not so necessary as to urge the Duty of the Masters and Heads of Families.
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The Magistrate has appeared against the common Profaneness and Wickedness by Laws and Proclamations, and we are now so happy as to have those supreme among us who discountenance and condemn all Vice,
The Magistrate has appeared against the Common Profaneness and Wickedness by Laws and Proclamations, and we Are now so happy as to have those supreme among us who discountenance and condemn all Vice,
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and recommend Piety and Vertue by their own most glorious Examples. And, Thanks be to God, our Church is well furnish'd with abundance of Exemplary Clergy,
and recommend Piety and Virtue by their own most glorious Examples. And, Thanks be to God, our Church is well furnished with abundance of Exemplary Clergy,
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and such as do with strong Reason, and great Diligence, and earnest Zeal, oppose the common Wickedness: But, alas!
and such as do with strong Reason, and great Diligence, and earnest Zeal, oppose the Common Wickedness: But, alas!
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All the while, the Care of Families is neglected; this is almost universally laid aside.
All the while, the Care of Families is neglected; this is almost universally laid aside.
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To instruct, to catechize, to watch over the Family, to reprove, to exhort, to be concerned at all about the Manners,
To instruct, to catechise, to watch over the Family, to reprove, to exhort, to be concerned At all about the Manners,
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and Conversations, and the Religion of inferiour Relatives, is sadly disused. And from this Neglect has our great Degeneracy chiefly sprung;
and Conversations, and the Religion of inferior Relatives, is sadly disused. And from this Neglect has our great Degeneracy chiefly sprung;
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and while this continues, the Laws and Proclamations of Magistrates will be in vain; and the most earnest Expostulations of Ministers will effect but little towards our Amendment.
and while this continues, the Laws and Proclamations of Magistrates will be in vain; and the most earnest Expostulations of Ministers will Effect but little towards our Amendment.
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This then is that which does require to be insisted upon, indeed more than the time will allow me to doe it.
This then is that which does require to be insisted upon, indeed more than the time will allow me to do it.
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Let those that are in such Stations reflect upon what has been now said, and see if it does not afford unanswerable Arguments for the Revival of Family Duties.
Let those that Are in such Stations reflect upon what has been now said, and see if it does not afford unanswerable Arguments for the Revival of Family Duties.
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If we will pretend to the Love of God, we must desire and endeavour, that as many as we can influence, may love and honour him.
If we will pretend to the Love of God, we must desire and endeavour, that as many as we can influence, may love and honour him.
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If we will justly pretend to have any true Love for Children or Servants, we must doe what we can that they may be happy and wise,
If we will justly pretend to have any true Love for Children or Servants, we must do what we can that they may be happy and wise,
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and by consequence, that they be Religious.
and by consequence, that they be Religious.
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And methinks, the desire to have diligent and faithfull Servants, and dutifull and comfortable Children, should make Men endeavour, that they be religious and do fear God.
And methinks, the desire to have diligent and faithful Servants, and dutiful and comfortable Children, should make Men endeavour, that they be religious and do Fear God.
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If you truly love your Country, and do desire to see it honourably delivered from its present Afflictions, you must endeavour to prevent,
If you truly love your Country, and do desire to see it honourably Delivered from its present Afflictions, you must endeavour to prevent,
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or remove that which provokes the righteous God to chastise us.
or remove that which provokes the righteous God to chastise us.
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If this Neglect be it self a Sin, as, I think, is evident enough, and is the Occasion of a great deal of other Wickedness, this must be repented of, this must be amended,
If this Neglect be it self a since, as, I think, is evident enough, and is the Occasion of a great deal of other Wickedness, this must be repented of, this must be amended,
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or all our Prayers, and Fastings, and Endeavours to help our selves, are likely to be in vain.
or all our Prayers, and Fastings, and Endeavours to help our selves, Are likely to be in vain.
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God grant we may know the things that belong to our peace, before they are hid from our eyes. God grant we may know the things that belong to our peace, before they Are hid from our eyes.
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THE PRAYER. O Almighty God! Creatour and Governour of all things both in Heaven and Earth.
THE PRAYER. Oh Almighty God! Creator and Governor of all things both in Heaven and Earth.
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Thou hast made all things for thine own Glory; and all thy Works do shew forth the Excellency of him that made them.
Thou hast made all things for thine own Glory; and all thy Works do show forth the Excellency of him that made them.
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Every thing about us might put us in mind of thee and of thy Greatness,
Every thing about us might put us in mind of thee and of thy Greatness,
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and help us to stand always in such awe, as to be restrained from Sinning against thee.
and help us to stand always in such awe, as to be restrained from Sinning against thee.
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But we are not mindfull to receive any such Instruction or Admonition from them. We ungratefully forget thee amidst thy Benefits.
But we Are not mindful to receive any such Instruction or Admonition from them. We ungratefully forget thee amid thy Benefits.
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We are possess'd of an obstinate Enmity against thee even while we are every day furnished with Obligations to love thee.
We Are possessed of an obstinate Enmity against thee even while we Are every day furnished with Obligations to love thee.
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We know not Thee nor thy Ways, though we have the means of knowledge afforded us.
We know not Thee nor thy Ways, though we have the means of knowledge afforded us.
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Indeed, we care not for the knowledge of thy Ways. We love Darkness rather than Light, because our Deeds are evil.
Indeed, we care not for the knowledge of thy Ways. We love Darkness rather than Light, Because our deeds Are evil.
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Thus are we wretched Creatures, only fit and disposed for shame and misery.
Thus Are we wretched Creatures, only fit and disposed for shame and misery.
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We know not the Excellency and Beauty of Holiness, nor the exceeding Vileness and Disparagement of Sin. We forsake the happy and glorious Rewards which we might obtain by doing well;
We know not the Excellency and Beauty of Holiness, nor the exceeding Vileness and Disparagement of Sin. We forsake the happy and glorious Rewards which we might obtain by doing well;
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and pursue those intolerable and everlasting Miseries which are justly designed the Punishment of Sin and Wickedness.
and pursue those intolerable and everlasting Misery's which Are justly designed the Punishment of since and Wickedness.
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Oh Lord, pardon, we pray thee, this our Perverseness, and pity this our mischievous Folly and Errour.
O Lord, pardon, we pray thee, this our Perverseness, and pity this our mischievous Folly and Error.
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Open our Eyes to behold the wondrous things in thy Law. Convince us that Religion and Vertue are our Wisdom and Interest;
Open our Eyes to behold the wondrous things in thy Law. Convince us that Religion and Virtue Are our Wisdom and Interest;
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that in keeping thy Commandments there is great Reward. That our most gratefull and alluring Sins are not worth what they will cost us;
that in keeping thy commandments there is great Reward. That our most grateful and alluring Sins Are not worth what they will cost us;
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that nothing truly good for us can ever be the natural Consequent and Effect of our Wickedness.
that nothing truly good for us can ever be the natural Consequent and Effect of our Wickedness.
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Convince us that ways of Wisdom are ways of Pleasantness, and that those of Sin are odious to Thee,
Convince us that ways of Wisdom Are ways of Pleasantness, and that those of since Are odious to Thee,
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and ways of Perdition to our selves; and so turn us, we beseech Thee, from all that is evil.
and ways of Perdition to our selves; and so turn us, we beseech Thee, from all that is evil.
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Make us to hate every false way, to cease the doing evil, and to learn to doe well.
Make us to hate every false Way, to cease the doing evil, and to Learn to do well.
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Make us to love and fear Thee, and diligently to live after thy Commandments. Make us very severe against our own Faults, but compassionate towards our Neighbour.
Make us to love and Fear Thee, and diligently to live After thy commandments. Make us very severe against our own Faults, but compassionate towards our Neighbour.
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Teach us the Justice to love his Person, and to hate his Sins; that we may resemble Thee, who doest good to the just and unjust.
Teach us the justice to love his Person, and to hate his Sins; that we may resemble Thee, who dost good to the just and unjust.
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Shed abroad thy Love in our hearts, that we may be so troubled and grieved for the common Wickedness,
Shed abroad thy Love in our hearts, that we may be so troubled and grieved for the Common Wickedness,
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as may make us all, as we have power and opportunity, to strive to cure it.
as may make us all, as we have power and opportunity, to strive to cure it.
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Make us always carefull to amend first in our selves whatever we condemn in our Neighbours.
Make us always careful to amend First in our selves whatever we condemn in our Neighbours.
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We implore thy Mercy upon all Men;
We implore thy Mercy upon all Men;
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beseeching Thee to send the sound of thy Gospel where it is not heard, and to prosper it where it is;
beseeching Thee to send the found of thy Gospel where it is not herd, and to prosper it where it is;
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that many may be turned from Sin to Holiness, from the ways of Perdition and Misery, to the ways of Happiness.
that many may be turned from since to Holiness, from the ways of Perdition and Misery, to the ways of Happiness.
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Be mercifull, we pray Thee, to the Land of our Nativity. Bless our Gracious King and Queen with all spiritual and temporal Blessings;
Be merciful, we pray Thee, to the Land of our Nativity. Bless our Gracious King and Queen with all spiritual and temporal Blessings;
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prosper and continue long their Reign amongst us, to thy Glory, and their Comfort and ours.
prosper and continue long their Reign among us, to thy Glory, and their Comfort and ours.
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Bless them and us, in able and wise Counsellors, in diligent and faithfull Officers, in the continuance of a pious, learned, and exemplary Clergy.
Bless them and us, in able and wise Counsellors, in diligent and faithful Officers, in the Continuance of a pious, learned, and exemplary Clergy.
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Keep the People, we beseech Thee, free from all false Doctrine, Heresie, and Schism; keep them from all Seditions, privy Conspiracies, and Rebellions;
Keep the People, we beseech Thee, free from all false Doctrine, Heresy, and Schism; keep them from all Seditions, privy Conspiracies, and Rebellions;
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from all that is contrary to their Duty to Thee, and those whom Thou settest over them,
from all that is contrary to their Duty to Thee, and those whom Thou settest over them,
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and to the common Peace and Welfare. Make us deeply sensible of our past Transgressions, humble and patient under thy Chastisements;
and to the Common Peace and Welfare. Make us deeply sensible of our past Transgressions, humble and patient under thy Chastisements;
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and give us Grace to amend our Lives according to thy Holy Word.
and give us Grace to amend our Lives according to thy Holy Word.
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We thank Thee for admission to thy House this day, for the words which we have heard;
We thank Thee for admission to thy House this day, for the words which we have herd;
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Lord, let them be attended with thy powerfull Influence, to our Salvation.
Lord, let them be attended with thy powerful Influence, to our Salvation.
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We desire leave to commit our selves to thy Protection in our lying down this night;
We desire leave to commit our selves to thy Protection in our lying down this night;
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for under the shadow of Thy wings alone can we hope to have Safety.
for under the shadow of Thy wings alone can we hope to have Safety.
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If it please Thee to continue our Lives, we pray, that it may be to thy Glory,
If it please Thee to continue our Lives, we pray, that it may be to thy Glory,
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and the Benefit of our Neighbour, and our own greater Happiness and Reward.
and the Benefit of our Neighbour, and our own greater Happiness and Reward.
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Hear us, we pray Thee, and grant our Requests, for the Merits of Jesus Christ, in whose Words we comprehend all our Desires, saying;
Hear us, we pray Thee, and grant our Requests, for the Merits of jesus christ, in whose Words we comprehend all our Desires, saying;
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OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, As it is in heaven. OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, As it is in heaven.
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Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, As we forgive them that trespass against us.
Give us this day our daily bred. And forgive us our Trespasses, As we forgive them that trespass against us.
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And lead us not into temptation; But deliver us from evil; For thine is the kingdom, And the power, And the glory, For ever and ever. Amen. And led us not into temptation; But deliver us from evil; For thine is the Kingdom, And the power, And the glory, For ever and ever. Amen.
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RELIGION Necessary and Usefull To a Comfortable Death. Let us Pray.
RELIGION Necessary and Useful To a Comfortable Death. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Psal. 37.37. Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace.and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. Psalm 37.37. Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace.
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THE Fears of Death are an uneasie Bondage to which this wretched Life is continually liable.
THE Fears of Death Are an uneasy Bondage to which this wretched Life is continually liable.
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And it must needs be so, because our present Life is always liable to Death its self.
And it must needs be so, Because our present Life is always liable to Death its self.
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Innumerable Evils and Dangers constantly compass us about; and our frailty is such, that we are very easily destroyed:
Innumerable Evils and Dangers constantly compass us about; and our frailty is such, that we Are very Easily destroyed:
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As well in our flourishing Youth and Strength, as in a decrepit old Age, our Life is a Flower that is easily blasted.
As well in our flourishing Youth and Strength, as in a decrepit old Age, our Life is a Flower that is Easily blasted.
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And these fears whenever they do seize upon our Minds can greatly allay and imbitter the most pleasant circumstances of our Lives.
And these fears whenever they do seize upon our Minds can greatly allay and embitter the most pleasant Circumstances of our Lives.
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We find men, for these reasons, making what shifts they can against them, though they are commonly but very poor ones that they satisfie themselves with.
We find men, for these Reasons, making what shifts they can against them, though they Are commonly but very poor ones that they satisfy themselves with.
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Some strive to qualifie and mitigate the trouble and uneasiness of these fears, by putting the evil day far from them.
some strive to qualify and mitigate the trouble and uneasiness of these fears, by putting the evil day Far from them.
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'Tis true, they will say, they must die, but they hope not yet for these many years.
It's true, they will say, they must die, but they hope not yet for these many Years.
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Some strive to put off the Fears of Death, by driving away the thoughts of it;
some strive to put off the Fears of Death, by driving away the thoughts of it;
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they put these as much as is possible out of their Minds, and to that purpose keep themselves continually entertained with the businesses and pleasures of this Life.
they put these as much as is possible out of their Minds, and to that purpose keep themselves continually entertained with the businesses and pleasures of this Life.
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But in spite of all their Endeavours in this way, the thoughts and the fears of it will frequently return;
But in spite of all their Endeavours in this Way, the thoughts and the fears of it will frequently return;
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a fit of sickness will bring a man into a relapse of these fears;
a fit of sickness will bring a man into a relapse of these fears;
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sometimes the Funeral of an acquaintance, the sad Knells and the Graves of others will do it;
sometime the Funeral of an acquaintance, the sad Knells and the Graves of Others will do it;
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or if he be alone in the dark and cannot sleep, these thoughts invade him:
or if he be alone in the dark and cannot sleep, these thoughts invade him:
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And it shakes and disorders all within a man to have a serious thought that he must die,
And it shakes and disorders all within a man to have a serious Thought that he must die,
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tho' he does think it may perhaps be removed at the distance of some years from him.
though he does think it may perhaps be removed At the distance of Some Years from him.
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Thus do these remedies prove too weak for the disease.
Thus do these remedies prove too weak for the disease.
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And besides, since we must die, whether we think of it or not, and our death continually approaches us,
And beside, since we must die, whither we think of it or not, and our death continually Approaches us,
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even while we put it far from us;
even while we put it Far from us;
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we do in this way expose our selves to the very worst of deaths, a sudden and unprepared one,
we do in this Way expose our selves to the very worst of death's, a sudden and unprepared one,
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while we strive against the fears of it:
while we strive against the fears of it:
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And so, while we cannot have the benefit from this course which we desire and design, we fall into a great Mischief which we are not aware of.
And so, while we cannot have the benefit from this course which we desire and Design, we fallen into a great Mischief which we Are not aware of.
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Death steals upon us while we strive to forget it, and surprises us unprepared while we think it afar off.
Death steals upon us while we strive to forget it, and surprises us unprepared while we think it afar off.
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It is then, certainly the best defence we can make against the fears of Death to prepare for Death it self, to put our selves into such a posture,
It is then, Certainly the best defence we can make against the fears of Death to prepare for Death it self, to put our selves into such a posture,
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if we can, as that when it comes it shall not be able to do us much harm;
if we can, as that when it comes it shall not be able to do us much harm;
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to fit our selves so to receive it, as that it may be really a gain and advantage to us.
to fit our selves so to receive it, as that it may be really a gain and advantage to us.
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Such a preparation for Death every one of us may attain, if we take care about it.
Such a preparation for Death every one of us may attain, if we take care about it.
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But most happy sure is that man who is in such a condition:
But most happy sure is that man who is in such a condition:
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He that is thus prepar'd to die, may live secure and fearless though innumerable Dangers and Deaths surround him.
He that is thus prepared to die, may live secure and fearless though innumerable Dangers and Death's surround him.
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And such as this is the Condition of every religious and good Man; he is thus prepared to die, who has liv'd a vertuous and holy Life.
And such as this is the Condition of every religious and good Man; he is thus prepared to die, who has lived a virtuous and holy Life.
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This is that which the Psalmist says in the words of our present Text, Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright,
This is that which the Psalmist Says in the words of our present Text, Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright,
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for the end of that man is peace: The End or Death of a good man is Peace; it is comfortable and easie;for the end of that man is peace: The End or Death of a good man is Peace; it is comfortable and easy;
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it is free from tormenting fears, and is not attended with any considerable harm or damage.
it is free from tormenting fears, and is not attended with any considerable harm or damage.
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A Good man as such, then, is fortified against the Fears of Death, and is provided so well for it,
A Good man as such, then, is fortified against the Fears of Death, and is provided so well for it,
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as that he may rather desire than fear it.
as that he may rather desire than Fear it.
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It shall be the business of this Discourse, to make good what the Psalmist here says:
It shall be the business of this Discourse, to make good what the Psalmist Here Says:
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To show how much a Good and Religious Life does conduce towards a comfortable and happy Conclusion:
To show how much a Good and Religious Life does conduce towards a comfortable and happy Conclusion:
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And to make this the more evident, I think it best to consider what there is that is most terrible and affrighting in Death,
And to make this the more evident, I think it best to Consider what there is that is most terrible and affrighting in Death,
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and then to show, how a Religious Life does fortifie and comfort a man against those things:
and then to show, how a Religious Life does fortify and Comfort a man against those things:
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And thus, I shall moreover evidence the necessity as well as the usefulness of a Religious Life to a Comfortable Death.
And thus, I shall moreover evidence the necessity as well as the usefulness of a Religious Life to a Comfortable Death.
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In the first Place, then, Let us take a view of Death, and consider what are the frightfull and terrible things in it, the things which need some Support and Comfort:
In the First Place, then, Let us take a view of Death, and Consider what Are the frightful and terrible things in it, the things which need Some Support and Comfort:
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These may be set before us under the following Heads:
These may be Set before us under the following Heads:
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1. In Death we must part with all our dearest Enjoyments and Hopes in this World.
1. In Death we must part with all our dearest Enjoyments and Hope's in this World.
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He that has raised himself to great Honours;
He that has raised himself to great Honours;
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or that would do so, and thinks himself in a probability to rise to them, must when he dies part with all his Titles or Offices of Honour, with all his Ambitious Prospects and Designs;
or that would do so, and thinks himself in a probability to rise to them, must when he die part with all his Titles or Offices of Honour, with all his Ambitious Prospects and Designs;
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in that very day his Thoughts perish, his Projects are at an end. He that has gathered the greatest Estate, will be stript of all in his Death,
in that very day his Thoughts perish, his Projects Are At an end. He that has gathered the greatest Estate, will be stripped of all in his Death,
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and must go naked out of this World, as he came so into it.
and must go naked out of this World, as he Come so into it.
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He that has provided himself all the Pleasures of this World, must also leave at once all those charming trifles when he comes to die.
He that has provided himself all the Pleasures of this World, must also leave At once all those charming trifles when he comes to die.
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None of these things can reprieve a man from Death, or continue and go with him, to afford him any Advantage or Comfort from them in the other World.
None of these things can reprieve a man from Death, or continue and go with him, to afford him any Advantage or Comfort from them in the other World.
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It is the great Ignorance of the Indian Heathens, to imagine that a Prince after his Death shall have the Attendance of his servants,
It is the great Ignorance of the Indian heathens, to imagine that a Prince After his Death shall have the Attendance of his Servants,
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or the Conversation of his Wives, if they die together with him.
or the Conversation of his Wives, if they die together with him.
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The Holy Scripture does more truly represent to us the future State, in saying, The rich man must leave his weath to others when he dies;
The Holy Scripture does more truly represent to us the future State, in saying, The rich man must leave his weath to Others when he die;
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and the great man's pomp shall not follow him, his glory shall not descend after him, Psal. 49.10, 17. But when the Case is thus with a man in Death, what will it avail him to have gain'd the greatest Measure of these things? The more he has of these,and the great Man's pomp shall not follow him, his glory shall not descend After him, Psalm 49.10, 17. But when the Case is thus with a man in Death, what will it avail him to have gained the greatest Measure of these things? The more he has of these,
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and the more he loves them, the more sad and grievous is the Period wherein he must part with them all.
and the more he loves them, the more sad and grievous is the Period wherein he must part with them all.
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And many a man when he has been come to this, has lookt back with Disdain upon all his Labour after such things;
And many a man when he has been come to this, has looked back with Disdain upon all his Labour After such things;
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he has utterly despised all his most coveted Acquisitions, because he finds them so little profitable to him in an hour of such distress,
he has utterly despised all his most coveted Acquisitions, Because he finds them so little profitable to him in an hour of such distress,
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and because he must needs part with them all.
and Because he must needs part with them all.
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And especially does it wound a man to think that he parts with these for Eternity, that he must never return to them again;
And especially does it wound a man to think that he parts with these for Eternity, that he must never return to them again;
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he thinks he has enjoy'd them but a very little while, and yet must enjoy them no more:
he thinks he has enjoyed them but a very little while, and yet must enjoy them no more:
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His place here shall know him no more for ever. Others then he must think shall take possession of his Wealth;
His place Here shall know him no more for ever. Others then he must think shall take possession of his Wealth;
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Others must enjoy the Honour and Respect of his Titles and Offices; Others must take and use his pleasant Things.
Others must enjoy the Honour and Respect of his Titles and Offices; Others must take and use his pleasant Things.
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If a man die shall he live again? says Job chap. 14.14. designing to intimate that no man shall live in this World again.If a man die shall he live again? Says Job chap. 14.14. designing to intimate that no man shall live in this World again.
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2. Another grievous and terrible thing in Death is, the Dissolution which these our living Bodies must undergoe.
2. another grievous and terrible thing in Death is, the Dissolution which these our living Bodies must undergo.
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This sensible warm flesh must lose its Life and Motion, and become first a cold, stiff, senseless Carcase;
This sensible warm Flesh must loose its Life and Motion, and become First a cold, stiff, senseless Carcase;
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when it has lain thus a very little while it putrefies and rots;
when it has lain thus a very little while it putrefies and rots;
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it breeds Worms, perhaps, that feed upon the Remainders of it, and at length turns to Dust. Every man may say of himself;
it breeds Worms, perhaps, that feed upon the Remainders of it, and At length turns to Dust. Every man may say of himself;
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These Hands that now are employed in Works which credit or maintain me; These Eyes which behold the Beautifull Objects of this World;
These Hands that now Are employed in Works which credit or maintain me; These Eyes which behold the Beautiful Objects of this World;
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These Feet that now carry me where I desire to be, must all ere long rot and turn to Dust. Whatever I love best in my self;
These Feet that now carry me where I desire to be, must all ere long rot and turn to Dust. Whatever I love best in my self;
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Whatever I am proud of or admire most in this Body, whether beauty or strength, it must turn to shapeless, deform'd, weak,
Whatever I am proud of or admire most in this Body, whither beauty or strength, it must turn to shapeless, deformed, weak,
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and contemptible Dust. This is the inevitable Doom pass'd upon all men for the first Sin:
and contemptible Dust. This is the inevitable Doom passed upon all men for the First since:
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Dust thou art, and to dust thou shalt return. Dust thou art, and to dust thou shalt return.
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If we visit the sick and see the Beginnings of this Dissolution in the Effects of a prevailing Distemper, we cannot chuse but be troubled at the sad havock and change that we see it makes.
If we visit the sick and see the Beginnings of this Dissolution in the Effects of a prevailing Distemper, we cannot choose but be troubled At the sad havoc and change that we see it makes.
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Let Death arrest a mighty Emperor with a Mortal Sickness, and that it may do in the midst of his terrible Guards,
Let Death arrest a mighty Emperor with a Mortal Sickness, and that it may do in the midst of his terrible Guards,
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and then you shall soon see him whose vast Kingdom was not large enough for him before,
and then you shall soon see him whose vast Kingdom was not large enough for him before,
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now confin'd to a Chamber first, and then to a narrower Grave.
now confined to a Chamber First, and then to a narrower Grave.
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He that dazled the Eyes of Beholders with the Splendor of his Robes, the Majesty of his Looks,
He that dazzled the Eyes of Beholders with the Splendour of his Robes, the Majesty of his Looks,
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and the rich Furniture of his Palaces, cannot now endure the Light;
and the rich Furniture of his Palaces, cannot now endure the Light;
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He that commanded mighty Armies, and could drive Nations before Him, is now become so weak, that a little Child may afflict him:
He that commanded mighty Armies, and could drive nations before Him, is now become so weak, that a little Child may afflict him:
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And after Sickness has thus triumphed over him, and committed him to Death, how ugly,
And After Sickness has thus triumphed over him, and committed him to Death, how ugly,
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and noisome, and contemptible does he then at the furthest become? Let me bury my dead out of my sight, said Abraham of her that had been the pleasant companion,
and noisome, and contemptible does he then At the furthest become? Let me bury my dead out of my sighed, said Abraham of her that had been the pleasant Companion,
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and the delight of his Life.
and the delight of his Life.
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Those that loved the great man before, and haunted him, now dislike and fly from him;
Those that loved the great man before, and haunted him, now dislike and fly from him;
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those that cringed to him, despise him; all grow aweary and long to be rid of him.
those that cringed to him, despise him; all grow weary and long to be rid of him.
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Oh sad and miserable end of humane Glory and Felicity!
O sad and miserable end of humane Glory and Felicity!
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This must be the end of the lov'd, indulg'd Flesh after all that has been done to content and please it.
This must be the end of the loved, indulged Flesh After all that has been done to content and please it.
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After all our Cares about what we shall eat, or what we shall drink, or where-withal we shall be cloathed.
After all our Cares about what we shall eat, or what we shall drink, or wherewithal we shall be clothed.
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And how vain and unprofitable will all those Cares be thought, especially in their excess,
And how vain and unprofitable will all those Cares be Thought, especially in their excess,
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and how unprofitable the vast and superfluous provisions they have made, when the wretched Body sinks and dies under all!
and how unprofitable the vast and superfluous provisions they have made, when the wretched Body sinks and die under all!
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What will rich Cloaths signifie to one that must now be confined to Darkness and Solitude!
What will rich Clothes signify to one that must now be confined to Darkness and Solitude!
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What do dainty Provisions or plenteous Tables avail him, who now cannot endure the sight of what before was his Delight and Pride? His rich Wines he cannot relish, his costly perfumes he needs much still,
What do dainty Provisions or plenteous Tables avail him, who now cannot endure the sighed of what before was his Delight and Pride? His rich Wines he cannot relish, his costly perfumes he needs much still,
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but they cannot preserve him from Putrefaction and Rottenness. Very vain and empty of Comfort are all worldly accommodations at that sad Hour.
but they cannot preserve him from Putrefaction and Rottenness. Very vain and empty of Comfort Are all worldly accommodations At that sad Hour.
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3. Another Grievous thing in Death, and that which is more grievous than all the rest, is the Departure of the soul to a new and unalterable State of Happiness or Misery.
3. another Grievous thing in Death, and that which is more grievous than all the rest, is the Departure of the soul to a new and unalterable State of Happiness or Misery.
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If the dying man expects to be still when his Body dies, and this the most Obstinate Atheist can hardly forbear to expect when he comes to die,
If the dying man expects to be still when his Body die, and this the most Obstinate Atheist can hardly forbear to expect when he comes to die,
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then he must either be uncertain what his Condition will be, or he must expect to be miserable,
then he must either be uncertain what his Condition will be, or he must expect to be miserable,
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unless he has the Expectation of being Happy: and what-ever his Condition is, he must think it will be unalterable and eternal.
unless he has the Expectation of being Happy: and whatever his Condition is, he must think it will be unalterable and Eternal.
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It is appointed to all Men once, and but once, to die, and so he departs to a new and unknown State, to a Condition he never tried,
It is appointed to all Men once, and but once, to die, and so he departs to a new and unknown State, to a Condition he never tried,
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nor can have leave to trie, but must endure it for ever, what ever it is.
nor can have leave to try, but must endure it for ever, what ever it is.
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This must make Death very terrible either to him that is uncertain what his Condition will be,
This must make Death very terrible either to him that is uncertain what his Condition will be,
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or to him that expects it will be miserable.
or to him that expects it will be miserable.
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Let us consider these two Cases a little, that we may have some sense of them before we come to die,
Let us Consider these two Cases a little, that we may have Some sense of them before we come to die,
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and so may be awakned to take some care that we doe not fall under either of them.
and so may be awakened to take Some care that we do not fallen under either of them.
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Suppose a Man at his Death uncertain what a sort of Condition it will commit him to;
Suppose a Man At his Death uncertain what a sort of Condition it will commit him to;
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expecting very shortly to die, and to be after his Death either happy or miserable for ever, but he knows not which.
expecting very shortly to die, and to be After his Death either happy or miserable for ever, but he knows not which.
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How dreadfull and amazing must that moment and period be which puts an end to all that he knows,
How dreadful and amazing must that moment and Period be which puts an end to all that he knows,
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and carries him to what he does not know! which settles and fixes his everlasting doom;
and carries him to what he does not know! which settles and fixes his everlasting doom;
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and he knows not what that doom will be!
and he knows not what that doom will be!
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His Condition is somewhat like that of a Man who were sentenced to have one cast of a Die,
His Condition is somewhat like that of a Man who were sentenced to have one cast of a Die,
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and but one, to determine whether he should be thrown into a flaming Caldron of melted Brimstone, there to continue in Torments many Ages;
and but one, to determine whither he should be thrown into a flaming Caldron of melted Brimstone, there to continue in Torments many Ages;
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or were to be a glorious Prince, and enjoy as long all the Pleasures, the Honours and Advantages of Empire!
or were to be a glorious Prince, and enjoy as long all the Pleasures, the Honours and Advantages of Empire!
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How anxious and sollicitous would a Man be in such a Case! How would he tremble and fear to throw the important Cast!
How anxious and solicitous would a Man be in such a Case! How would he tremble and Fear to throw the important Cast!
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How much rather would he take the Assurance of a small and common fortune in this World, exposed to common Inconveniences and Troubles,
How much rather would he take the Assurance of a small and Common fortune in this World, exposed to Common Inconveniences and Troubles,
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than be depending between such mighty Things!
than be depending between such mighty Things!
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The Condition of an uncertain Sinner at his Death is much worse than this, though somewhat like it.
The Condition of an uncertain Sinner At his Death is much Worse than this, though somewhat like it.
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For he is depending between the Infinite Favour and the Wrath of Almighty God, between Heaven and Hell;
For he is depending between the Infinite Favour and the Wrath of Almighty God, between Heaven and Hell;
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a State of unconceivable and endless Joy and Happiness, or of endless and unconceivable Torment and Misery.
a State of unconceivable and endless Joy and Happiness, or of endless and unconceivable Torment and Misery.
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And what will a Man's present condition in this world, with the greatest advantages of it, avail or profit him in such a Case as this? If the Cares about our future Condition in this life, which is but of short duration,
And what will a Man's present condition in this world, with the greatest advantages of it, avail or profit him in such a Case as this? If the Cares about our future Condition in this life, which is but of short duration,
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and whatever it is, will soon be at an end, do yet often sit so uneasie upon our Minds,
and whatever it is, will soon be At an end, do yet often fit so uneasy upon our Minds,
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as to discompose our Thoughts, to break our Sleep, to waste our Strength, and deject our Spirits;
as to discompose our Thoughts, to break our Sleep, to waste our Strength, and deject our Spirits;
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What a heavy Load must this Care be, what shall become of us for ever when we are just upon our Departure from this life? What a terrible Anxiety must we lie under,
What a heavy Load must this Care be, what shall become of us for ever when we Are just upon our Departure from this life? What a terrible Anxiety must we lie under,
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when we know not what will be our Lot and Portion!
when we know not what will be our Lot and Portion!
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when we have now no time left to ascertain it, no space remaining to secure our Everlasting Happiness in!
when we have now no time left to ascertain it, no Molle remaining to secure our Everlasting Happiness in!
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This is a very sad Case; but yet there is another somewhat worse than this. And that is, when the dying Sinner expects to be everlastingly miserable hereafter.
This is a very sad Case; but yet there is Another somewhat Worse than this. And that is, when the dying Sinner expects to be everlastingly miserable hereafter.
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This will make his Death terrible and miserable indeed.
This will make his Death terrible and miserable indeed.
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To think, I am now going to appear before a righteous and holy Judge, who hates the Sins that I have lived in, who knows most perfectly what the course of my life has been;
To think, I am now going to appear before a righteous and holy Judge, who hates the Sins that I have lived in, who knows most perfectly what the course of my life has been;
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who has seen all the Affronts I have offered him; whose Mercy and Goodness I have abused; whose Wrath I have despised;
who has seen all the Affronts I have offered him; whose Mercy and goodness I have abused; whose Wrath I have despised;
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whose Offers of Pardon and Salvation I have rejected:
whose Offers of Pardon and Salvation I have rejected:
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And by him I must be sentenced and ordered to the dismal Condition which this behaviour has deserved.
And by him I must be sentenced and ordered to the dismal Condition which this behaviour has deserved.
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I must then certainly leave my present lov'd Pleasures, for Pains and Torments;
I must then Certainly leave my present loved Pleasures, for Pains and Torments;
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I must see the light of this Sun no more, but be confined to utter darkness;
I must see the Light of this Sun no more, but be confined to utter darkness;
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I must exchange my fine and convenient Dwelling, for a loathsome, uneasie Prison;
I must exchange my fine and convenient Dwelling, for a loathsome, uneasy Prison;
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I must go from the attendance of Servants, from kindness of Friends, to a company of spitefull, enraged Devils;
I must go from the attendance of Servants, from kindness of Friends, to a company of spiteful, enraged Devils;
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and shall be abandoned to their Wrongs and Abuses: who will deride, vex, and insult over my poor frighted, and tired, and trembling Soul;
and shall be abandoned to their Wrongs and Abuses: who will deride, vex, and insult over my poor frighted, and tired, and trembling Soul;
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who will carry me to an abyss of Misery, where I shall be always tormented; where my Musick must be exchanged for Howlings;
who will carry me to an abyss of Misery, where I shall be always tormented; where my Music must be exchanged for Howlings;
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my Feasts, for an Hunger never satisfied; my pleasant Cups, into an eternal Thirst;
my Feasts, for an Hunger never satisfied; my pleasant Cups, into an Eternal Thirst;
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I must be chained down in Fires, bear the eternal Wrath of God, and burn for ever.
I must be chained down in Fires, bear the Eternal Wrath of God, and burn for ever.
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To expect such a Portion as this at the Point of Death, is another Death to a Man. He will wish he were a Beast, a Worm,
To expect such a Portion as this At the Point of Death, is Another Death to a Man. He will wish he were a Beast, a Worm,
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or a Toad, even the vilest and most contemptible Animal, rather than a Man, that he might avoid such terrible things.
or a Toad, even the Vilest and most contemptible Animal, rather than a Man, that he might avoid such terrible things.
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And surely in such a Case, no worldly Wealth or Honours, no gaudy Rooms, no vast Lordships, no outward Accommodations whatever will be able to afford a Man the least Comfort or give his Mind a moment's repose.
And surely in such a Case, no worldly Wealth or Honours, no gaudy Rooms, no vast Lordship's, no outward Accommodations whatever will be able to afford a Man the least Comfort or give his Mind a moment's repose.
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Thus we see how terrible Death may be, and how vain, useless and uneffectual to the comforting a Man under it, all the best Enjoyments of this World are.
Thus we see how terrible Death may be, and how vain, useless and uneffectual to the comforting a Man under it, all the best Enjoyments of this World Are.
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I now proceed to the Second part of the Discourse, which is to shew, That a good and religious Man is prepared for a Comfortable Death, notwithstanding that there are such terrible Circumstances which 'tis liable to.
I now proceed to the Second part of the Discourse, which is to show, That a good and religious Man is prepared for a Comfortable Death, notwithstanding that there Are such terrible circumstances which it's liable to.
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His End, notwithstanding these things, is Peace:
His End, notwithstanding these things, is Peace:
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It shall be free from the greatest of these Terrours and Evils, and shall be well enough provided for against those that will attend it:
It shall be free from the greatest of these Terrors and Evils, and shall be well enough provided for against those that will attend it:
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He shall feel only the lightest of the Evils mentioned, and shall have them too mightily allayed by his preparation for them.
He shall feel only the Lightest of the Evils mentioned, and shall have them too mightily allayed by his preparation for them.
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For he has not this terrible Uncertainty, to torment him, which has been mentioned; nor is he afflicted with the killing Fears and Expectations of Misery.
For he has not this terrible Uncertainty, to torment him, which has been mentioned; nor is he afflicted with the killing Fears and Expectations of Misery.
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And though he also must leave his Enjoyments in this World, and suffer the same shamefull and contemptible dissolution of his living body with other Men,
And though he also must leave his Enjoyments in this World, and suffer the same shameful and contemptible dissolution of his living body with other Men,
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yet will not these things be very grievous to him.
yet will not these things be very grievous to him.
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The good Man, as such, is prepared to have a Happy and Comfortable Death by these things following.
The good Man, as such, is prepared to have a Happy and Comfortable Death by these things following.
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1. He is in a good measure weaned from this World and the Enjoyments of it.
1. He is in a good measure weaned from this World and the Enjoyments of it.
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He has learn'd, as he promised in his Baptism, to renounce the World, and the Pomps and Vanities of it.
He has learned, as he promised in his Baptism, to renounce the World, and the Pomps and Vanities of it.
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He looks upon the present things as accommodations of his present life, and is thankfull for them;
He looks upon the present things as accommodations of his present life, and is thankful for them;
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but does not account them the best things that he was made to enjoy.
but does not account them the best things that he was made to enjoy.
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His heart therefore is not set upon worldly things, but he has a reserve of Affection for better;
His heart Therefore is not Set upon worldly things, but he has a reserve of Affection for better;
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and having made it his chief business accordingly to seek and secure better things, he cannot be much concerned at his parting with these.
and having made it his chief business accordingly to seek and secure better things, he cannot be much concerned At his parting with these.
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He is crucified to the World, and the World is crucified to him. He has studied and learn'd the Nature of worldly things, knows that they are empty, and cannot satisfie;
He is Crucified to the World, and the World is Crucified to him. He has studied and learned the Nature of worldly things, knows that they Are empty, and cannot satisfy;
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that they are apt to promise more Content than they can afford, that they are mutable and transitory in their Nature,
that they Are apt to promise more Content than they can afford, that they Are mutable and transitory in their Nature,
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and upon many Accounts, an uncertain Possession;
and upon many Accounts, an uncertain Possession;
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and therefore he does not suffer any great Desire, or Esteem of any of them to possess him;
and Therefore he does not suffer any great Desire, or Esteem of any of them to possess him;
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and as he knows that these things can never make him happy alone, so he has learn'd to think that he may be happy without them,
and as he knows that these things can never make him happy alone, so he has learned to think that he may be happy without them,
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even when he is separated from all things here.
even when he is separated from all things Here.
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He, as the Apostle speaks of himself, dies daily. He considers himself but as a Pilgrim and Stranger on Earth, lives in continual expectation of dying, makes himself sensible of the continual approach of Death,
He, as the Apostle speaks of himself, die daily. He considers himself but as a Pilgrim and Stranger on Earth, lives in continual expectation of dying, makes himself sensible of the continual approach of Death,
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and so inures his Thoughts to it, and makes it familiar to him. And he mortifies his desires towards the things of this World, by frequent checking them,
and so inures his Thoughts to it, and makes it familiar to him. And he Mortifies his Desires towards the things of this World, by frequent checking them,
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and refusing to gratifie them when he may;
and refusing to gratify them when he may;
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so he learns himself to want these things, and the fruit of this Endeavour must needs be a great Indifferency towards them;
so he learns himself to want these things, and the fruit of this Endeavour must needs be a great Indifferency towards them;
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and so far as he has an Indifferency towards these things, so far is he fitted to die,
and so Far as he has an Indifferency towards these things, so Far is he fitted to die,
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and be called away from them.
and be called away from them.
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He that can forbear to use these things while he lives, is well prepared to depart contentedly from them by Death.
He that can forbear to use these things while he lives, is well prepared to depart contentedly from them by Death.
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This Wisdom the Light of Nature taught the Heathens.
This Wisdom the Light of Nature taught the heathens.
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Hence a great Man among them could say, Tota Philosophorum vita Commentatio Mortis est, (Plato in Cic. Tusc. qu. l. 1.) The whole Life of a Philosopher,
Hence a great Man among them could say, Tota Philosophorum vita Commentatio Mortis est, (Plato in Cic Tuscany queen. l. 1.) The Whole Life of a Philosopher,
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or a good and vertuous Man, is an Essay or Practice of Dying. 'Tis a Meditation upon Death, or the inuring himself to it.
or a good and virtuous Man, is an Essay or Practice of Dying. It's a Meditation upon Death, or the inuring himself to it.
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Which Expression, another thus explains, ( Cic. Ibid.) When (says he) we withdraw the Mind from sensual Pleasures and worldly Enjoyments,
Which Expression, Another thus explains, (Cic Ibid) When (Says he) we withdraw the Mind from sensual Pleasures and worldly Enjoyments,
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and from Affairs which are for the service of the Body;
and from Affairs which Are for the service of the Body;
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What is this, but to withdraw and recall the Mind from the Body, to learn to die,
What is this, but to withdraw and Recall the Mind from the Body, to Learn to die,
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and to accustom our selves to a separate abstracted State? He certainly that has been wont to cross his own Desires, to govern and subdue his Appetites,
and to accustom our selves to a separate abstracted State? He Certainly that has been wont to cross his own Desires, to govern and subdue his Appetites,
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and that knows how to want any worldly Comfort, and to be patient and contented under that Want;
and that knows how to want any worldly Comfort, and to be patient and contented under that Want;
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he knows also how to go contentedly from all things here. And these things are the Characters of a good and vertuous Man.
he knows also how to go contentedly from all things Here. And these things Are the Characters of a good and virtuous Man.
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2. Such an one is also well prepared to die in the Assurance that he has of a very advantageous and happy Resurrection of his Body.
2. Such an one is also well prepared to die in the Assurance that he has of a very advantageous and happy Resurrection of his Body.
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The faithfull Promise of God assures him, that his falling Tabernacle shall be built again, his scattered Dust shall be gathered and united,
The faithful Promise of God assures him, that his falling Tabernacle shall be built again, his scattered Dust shall be gathered and united,
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and the same Body which dies, shall revive;
and the same Body which die, shall revive;
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with the same Eyes that he now has he shall see his kind and glorious Redeemer.
with the same Eyes that he now has he shall see his kind and glorious Redeemer.
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And the Earth or Sea, or whatever Element has any parts of his dissolved Body, they shall restore them, and give up their Dead.
And the Earth or Sea, or whatever Element has any parts of his dissolved Body, they shall restore them, and give up their Dead.
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Wheresoever these are disposed, they shall from thence return, as the Scripture teaches us, and so proves the Resurrection of the same Body.
Wheresoever these Are disposed, they shall from thence return, as the Scripture Teaches us, and so Proves the Resurrection of the same Body.
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And the good Man expects, as he is also allowed to doe, that his Body shall be raised with great Advantage:
And the good Man expects, as he is also allowed to do, that his Body shall be raised with great Advantage:
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That it shall shine as the brightness of the firmament, as is promised, Dan. 12.3.That it shall shine as the brightness of the firmament, as is promised, Dan. 12.3.
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Yea that it shall be fashioned like unto Christ's glorious Body, as is said, Phil. 3. v. 21. It is sown indeed in dishonour,
Yea that it shall be fashioned like unto Christ's glorious Body, as is said, Philip 3. v. 21. It is sown indeed in dishonour,
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but it is raised in Glory; 'tis now a frail, weak, mortal thing, but then shall be Immortal;but it is raised in Glory; it's now a frail, weak, Mortal thing, but then shall be Immortal;
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'tis now gross and material, but then shall be Spiritual; then it shall no more know hunger or thirst, nor uneasie cold or heat;
it's now gross and material, but then shall be Spiritual; then it shall no more know hunger or thirst, nor uneasy cold or heat;
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it shall suffer no more pain or sickness, no more fainting or weariness; and then too he shall be free from the uneasie, troublesome fears of Dying.
it shall suffer no more pain or sickness, no more fainting or weariness; and then too he shall be free from the uneasy, troublesome fears of Dying.
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And what Joy, what Consolation, is this Assurance full of!
And what Joy, what Consolation, is this Assurance full of!
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What Beggar (says one) would not willingly put off his old filthy rags upon an Assurance, that he shall be cloathed again with a Prince's Robes? Who, we may say, would not be contented and glad, that his poor, inconvenient Cottage should be pulled down,
What Beggar (Says one) would not willingly put off his old filthy rags upon an Assurance, that he shall be clothed again with a Prince's Robes? Who, we may say, would not be contented and glad, that his poor, inconvenient Cottage should be pulled down,
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if he were assured it should be built for him again into a stately Palace? The good Man can say,
if he were assured it should be built for him again into a stately Palace? The good Man can say,
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Though Death will triumph over my poor Carcase for a while, because of Sin, yet I shall at length triumph over that for ever in a glorious Resurrection;
Though Death will triumph over my poor Carcase for a while, Because of since, yet I shall At length triumph over that for ever in a glorious Resurrection;
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Thanks be to God, I shall gain an eternal victory over him at last, through Jesus Christ. My Dust, however unknown and contemptible in the Eyes of Men, is precious in the sight of God,Thanks be to God, I shall gain an Eternal victory over him At last, through jesus christ. My Dust, however unknown and contemptible in the Eyes of Men, is precious in the sighed of God,
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and well known to him, wheresoever it is scattered and whatever changes it may undergo.
and well known to him, wheresoever it is scattered and whatever changes it may undergo.
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And he that made man from the Dust at first, can easily raise me from thence again.
And he that made man from the Dust At First, can Easily raise me from thence again.
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Thus may such an one Comfort and Support himself under the Decays and approaching Ruine of his mortal Body.
Thus may such an one Comfort and Support himself under the Decays and approaching Ruin of his Mortal Body.
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3. A good Man is prepar'd to die with Peace and Comfort, in having the setled Expectations of entring upon a State of endless Happiness at his Death.
3. A good Man is prepared to die with Peace and Comfort, in having the settled Expectations of entering upon a State of endless Happiness At his Death.
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He knew this Life was given him for greater purposes, than to seek and enjoy the things of this World:
He knew this Life was given him for greater Purposes, than to seek and enjoy the things of this World:
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And it has been accordingly the chief business of his Life to secure an Interest in better things.
And it has been accordingly the chief business of his Life to secure an Interest in better things.
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And these he knows himself now going to take possession of.
And these he knows himself now going to take possession of.
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He looks upon Death not as a King of Terrors, but as the Messenger of his heavenly Father, sent to call him home to Rest and Happiness.
He looks upon Death not as a King of Terrors, but as the Messenger of his heavenly Father, sent to call him home to Rest and Happiness.
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A great many comfortable Thoughts may attend this Expectation of Happiness after Death; let us reflect upon a few of them.
A great many comfortable Thoughts may attend this Expectation of Happiness After Death; let us reflect upon a few of them.
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The good man can think with Himself: If I leave the good Things of this Life I leave the Evil ones too:
The good man can think with Himself: If I leave the good Things of this Life I leave the Evil ones too:
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I lose the Joys and the Sorrows both at once;
I loose the Joys and the Sorrows both At once;
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and the Sorrows of this Life, the Troubles and Inconveniencies of it are more, and more sensible than the Joys. Man is born to trouble;
and the Sorrows of this Life, the Troubles and Inconveniences of it Are more, and more sensible than the Joys. Man is born to trouble;
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but Death sets me free from it all.
but Death sets me free from it all.
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And this Life must be a continual Warfare and Conflict with the Enemies of our Salvation:
And this Life must be a continual Warfare and Conflict with the Enemies of our Salvation:
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We can never be long quiet from their Sollicitations and Assaults; and thus it is a State of continual Fear and Danger;
We can never be long quiet from their Solicitations and Assaults; and thus it is a State of continual fear and Danger;
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and without constant Watching and great Striving against these Enemies, we cannot possibly maintain our Innocence.
and without constant Watching and great Striving against these Enemies, we cannot possibly maintain our Innocence.
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But all this War and Strife will be over at Death. The good Man is glad, then, when this is coming;
But all this War and Strife will be over At Death. The good Man is glad, then, when this is coming;
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when he shall forget all his Labours, and be assured of his Vertues, and they shall render him happy to all Eternity. Again;
when he shall forget all his Labours, and be assured of his Virtues, and they shall render him happy to all Eternity. Again;
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The good Man at his Death expects to go to an innumerable Company of Angels, and the Spirits of just men made perfect:
The good Man At his Death expects to go to an innumerable Company of Angels, and the Spirits of just men made perfect:
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He knows he shall leave a froward, envious and malicious World for a kind and loving One.
He knows he shall leave a froward, envious and malicious World for a kind and loving One.
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If he leaves good and agreeable Company and dear Relations, he is comforted against this Loss, by considering the Company he shall go to,
If he leaves good and agreeable Company and dear Relations, he is comforted against this Loss, by considering the Company he shall go to,
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and knows that this Loss will be his Gain.
and knows that this Loss will be his Gain.
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Of that Blessed Company he can say, Where I have one Friend in this World, I shall have a Thousand there.
Of that Blessed Company he can say, Where I have one Friend in this World, I shall have a Thousand there.
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Love and Friendship are the common Characters of that happy World, none there hate, none envy any others.
Love and Friendship Are the Common Characters of that happy World, none there hate, none envy any Others.
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The good Man does not now see the good Angels that attend him, but he expects that as soon as his freed Soul shall have cast off the Veil of Flesh, he shall find himself surrounded by those kind Spirits, who will be ready by the divine Command to conduct him,
The good Man does not now see the good Angels that attend him, but he expects that as soon as his freed Soul shall have cast off the Veil of Flesh, he shall find himself surrounded by those kind Spirits, who will be ready by the divine Command to conduct him,
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as they did the Soul of Lazarus in the Parable, to the Abode of happy and good Souls:
as they did the Soul of Lazarus in the Parable, to the Abided of happy and good Souls:
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Where a great Number of those that are dear to him do expect him: Where Parents, perhaps, or Brethren, or Sons, or other near Relations;
Where a great Number of those that Are dear to him do expect him: Where Parents, perhaps, or Brothers, or Sons, or other near Relations;
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where good Neighbours and familiar Friends who are gone before, do expect and will be glad to receive him;
where good Neighbours and familiar Friends who Are gone before, do expect and will be glad to receive him;
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who being secure of their own happy Immortality, were sollicitous for His, as a learned Father and zealous Martyr speaks, (Cyprian de Mortal.) Among these he shall be received with great Joy and Welcome. Further;
who being secure of their own happy Immortality, were solicitous for His, as a learned Father and zealous Martyr speaks, (Cyprian the Mortal.) Among these he shall be received with great Joy and Welcome. Further;
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The good Man expects to be by his Death brought to a nearer and more joyfull Communion with God, the Chiefest, and the Fountain Good.
The good Man expects to be by his Death brought to a nearer and more joyful Communion with God, the Chiefest, and the Fountain Good.
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He expects to be in Paradise upon his Removal hence;
He expects to be in Paradise upon his Removal hence;
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to have such an Enjoyment of the Infinite God, as to have no more need of the worldly goods which he must leave behind him;
to have such an Enjoyment of the Infinite God, as to have no more need of the worldly goods which he must leave behind him;
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and it cannot grieve him much to leave them, when he shall have occasion for them no more,
and it cannot grieve him much to leave them, when he shall have occasion for them no more,
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and when he shall enjoy better for them; he cannot want these Streams when he is possest of the Fountain Good:
and when he shall enjoy better for them; he cannot want these Streams when he is possessed of the Fountain Good:
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He cannot grieve for parting with the poor Pleasures of this World, when in his presence there is fulness of Joy,
He cannot grieve for parting with the poor Pleasures of this World, when in his presence there is fullness of Joy,
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and Rivers of Pleasures for evermore. and rivers of Pleasures for evermore.
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If I shall see the pleasant light of this Sun no more, thinks he, I shall instead of it, have a bright and beatifick Vision of the light of God's Countenance:
If I shall see the pleasant Light of this Sun no more, thinks he, I shall instead of it, have a bright and beatific Vision of the Light of God's Countenance:
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I shall see the Father of Lights:
I shall see the Father of Lights:
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I shall have more of this there than here, and that is the thing which here has been my chief Desire and greatest Consolation.
I shall have more of this there than Here, and that is the thing which Here has been my chief Desire and greatest Consolation.
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I shall have in his presence a happy Day of Communion which shall have no Clouds to Eclipse, no nights to interrupt it.
I shall have in his presence a happy Day of Communion which shall have no Clouds to Eclipse, no nights to interrupt it.
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Oh bright and glorious World, says he upon such Apprehensions, How I long to be there!
O bright and glorious World, Says he upon such Apprehensions, How I long to be there!
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I desire to depart and to be with Christ? When shall I come and appear before God! Now is such a man unhappy in his Death? Is not such an End abundant Peace! It is peacefull and calm, free from Fear or Trouble;I desire to depart and to be with christ? When shall I come and appear before God! Now is such a man unhappy in his Death? Is not such an End abundant Peace! It is peaceful and Cam, free from fear or Trouble;
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and yet better than so, 'tis often attended by Virtue of these Hopes and Expectations with Joy and Triumphs.
and yet better than so, it's often attended by Virtue of these Hope's and Expectations with Joy and Triumphos.
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This is the End and Death of the Perfect and Upright Man. And now can any of us forbear to say, Oh let me die the Death of the Righteous,
This is the End and Death of the Perfect and Upright Man. And now can any of us forbear to say, O let me die the Death of the Righteous,
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and let my last End be like his? Who would not desire such a Death as this? Since we must all of us inevitably die,and let my last End be like his? Who would not desire such a Death as this? Since we must all of us inevitably die,
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how desirous, how sollicitous should we be for such a Death? How unreasonable is it to neglect preparing against so many,
how desirous, how solicitous should we be for such a Death? How unreasonable is it to neglect preparing against so many,
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and so great Evils as that evil Day brings with it? Especially when 'tis possible that we may be so well prepared against them.
and so great Evils as that evil Day brings with it? Especially when it's possible that we may be so well prepared against them.
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But let us consider too, that we can be in no other way so well prepared to die, as by a religious Life:
But let us Consider too, that we can be in no other Way so well prepared to die, as by a religious Life:
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Nothing can possibly render our Departure hence so tolerable, so desireable, as the Hopes and Expectations which that affords.
Nothing can possibly render our Departure hence so tolerable, so desirable, as the Hope's and Expectations which that affords.
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Let us, then, resolve that we will live the Life of the Righteous;
Let us, then, resolve that we will live the Life of the Righteous;
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that we will endeavour to glorifie God with what he gives us of the good things of this World,
that we will endeavour to Glorify God with what he gives us of the good things of this World,
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and lay up a treasure in Heaven by good Works and Exercises of Charity. Let us be stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the Work of the Lord;
and lay up a treasure in Heaven by good Works and Exercises of Charity. Let us be steadfast, Unmovable, always abounding in the Work of the Lord;
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as knowing that our Labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. To conclude:as knowing that our Labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. To conclude:
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Since it is easily demonstrable, and evident, even to sense, in a thousand Instances, that a religious and vertuous Course of Life is most happy, most for our Credit and Ease, our Tranquility and Comfort while we live, it is unquestionable Wisdom to be religious and vertuous;
Since it is Easily demonstrable, and evident, even to sense, in a thousand Instances, that a religious and virtuous Course of Life is most happy, most for our Credit and Ease, our Tranquillity and Comfort while we live, it is unquestionable Wisdom to be religious and virtuous;
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and he has no just Claim or Pretence to Wit that is not so.
and he has no just Claim or Pretence to Wit that is not so.
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There is none but the good man that wisely and certainly prosecutes his true Interest and Happiness.
There is none but the good man that wisely and Certainly prosecutes his true Interest and Happiness.
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There is no man but he that makes his Life truly pleasant and comfortable, or that can have a chearfull and comfortable End of it;
There is no man but he that makes his Life truly pleasant and comfortable, or that can have a cheerful and comfortable End of it;
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Let us therefore mark the perfect man, and behold the upright, and imitate and follow such an one;
Let us Therefore mark the perfect man, and behold the upright, and imitate and follow such an one;
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For his ways are ways of pleasantness, and the end of that man is peace. For his ways Are ways of pleasantness, and the end of that man is peace.
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THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
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O Lord the Infinite and Eternal God! Who art without Beginning or End, without Variableness or Shadow of change.
Oh Lord the Infinite and Eternal God! Who art without Beginning or End, without Variableness or Shadow of change.
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Before the Mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the Earth or the World;
Before the Mountains were brought forth, or ever thou Hadst formed the Earth or the World;
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even from Everlasting to Everlasting thou art God.
even from Everlasting to Everlasting thou art God.
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Thou Lord hast given Being to all things besides thy self, and thou delightest in the works of thy Hands;
Thou Lord hast given Being to all things beside thy self, and thou delightest in the works of thy Hands;
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thou hatest nothing that thou hast made; nor didst make any thing at first with a purpose to unmake or destroy it;
thou Hatest nothing that thou hast made; nor didst make any thing At First with a purpose to unmake or destroy it;
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but that it should always remain to thy Glory. Yet O Lord thou turnest Man to Destruction:
but that it should always remain to thy Glory. Yet Oh Lord thou Turnest Man to Destruction:
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all our days are pass'd away in thy Wrath, we are consumed by means of thy heavy hand:
all our days Are passed away in thy Wrath, we Are consumed by means of thy heavy hand:
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We spend our days in Vanity, and in a moment go down to the Grave.
We spend our days in Vanity, and in a moment go down to the Grave.
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This is the sad Doom pass'd upon all mankind, Dust thou art, and unto dust thou shalt return.
This is the sad Doom passed upon all mankind, Dust thou art, and unto dust thou shalt return.
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This we cannot chuse but sadly lament, and yet we must be forced to say, Righteous art thou, O Lord,
This we cannot choose but sadly lament, and yet we must be forced to say, Righteous art thou, Oh Lord,
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and just are all thy Judgments? Thou hast set our Iniquities before thee, and our most secret Sins in the Light of thy Countenance:and just Are all thy Judgments? Thou hast Set our Iniquities before thee, and our most secret Sins in the Light of thy Countenance:
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By our Sins have we deserv'd this heavy Fate, and far worse than this.
By our Sins have we deserved this heavy Fate, and Far Worse than this.
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We humble our selves before thee, O Lord, and do patiently accept of this Punishment of our sins.
We humble our selves before thee, Oh Lord, and do patiently accept of this Punishment of our Sins.
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And since we know, that to the Lord our God belong Mercies and Forgivenesses, though we have rebelled against Thee, we humbly seek thy Mercy, we beg thy Favour in Christ Jesus, whom thou hast set forth to be a Propitiation for our sins, through Faith in his Blood.
And since we know, that to the Lord our God belong mercies and Forgivenesses, though we have rebelled against Thee, we humbly seek thy Mercy, we beg thy Favour in christ jesus, whom thou hast Set forth to be a Propitiation for our Sins, through Faith in his Blood.
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O Lord, Pardon our Iniquities, and for thy Mercy's sake, deliver us not into the bitter Pains of Eternal Death.
O Lord, Pardon our Iniquities, and for thy Mercy's sake, deliver us not into the bitter Pains of Eternal Death.
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Let us be Partakers of his Merits;
Let us be Partakers of his Merits;
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that as by our first Parents we are liable to Death, we may by Him attain a glorious and happy Resurrection to Eternal Life.
that as by our First Parents we Are liable to Death, we may by Him attain a glorious and happy Resurrection to Eternal Life.
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And teach us, we beseech Thee, so to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto Wisdom.
And teach us, we beseech Thee, so to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto Wisdom.
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Direct us so to employ this Life, as to gain a better;
Direct us so to employ this Life, as to gain a better;
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so to pass through things temporal, as that we may not finally lose the Things that are Eternal.
so to pass through things temporal, as that we may not finally loose the Things that Are Eternal.
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Let the unavoidable necessity of dying wean our Hearts from this World, and make us ready and disposed to part with it when Thou pleasest to call us away.
Let the unavoidable necessity of dying wean our Hearts from this World, and make us ready and disposed to part with it when Thou pleasest to call us away.
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Let it make us mindfull of the eternal World into which our Death will translate us, that we may be very industrious to lay up a Treasure there, by Faith,
Let it make us mindful of the Eternal World into which our Death will translate us, that we may be very Industria to lay up a Treasure there, by Faith,
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and Love, and good Works, to relieve and comfort us when we go hence.
and Love, and good Works, to relieve and Comfort us when we go hence.
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And now let us be industrious while Time lasts, to glorifie Thee, and work out our Salvation,
And now let us be Industria while Time lasts, to Glorify Thee, and work out our Salvation,
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because that night approaches in which no Man can work.
Because that night Approaches in which no Man can work.
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Lord, Let us not squander away our precious Days in Idleness and Sloth, nor in doing Ill;
Lord, Let us not squander away our precious Days in Idleness and Sloth, nor in doing Ill;
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but grant us the Grace so to employ them, as may be comfortable to us in our Dying Hour.
but grant us the Grace so to employ them, as may be comfortable to us in our Dying Hour.
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O Lord, have Mercy upon us, and afford us against that time the assured hopes of a joyfull Resurrection, and everlasting Happiness.
O Lord, have Mercy upon us, and afford us against that time the assured hope's of a joyful Resurrection, and everlasting Happiness.
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That we may then resign up our Souls into thy Hands with Peace and Comfort. We recommend to thy Infinite Mercy all sorts and conditions of Men.
That we may then resign up our Souls into thy Hands with Peace and Comfort. We recommend to thy Infinite Mercy all sorts and conditions of Men.
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Oh! Let thy glorious Gospel which brings Life and Immortality to Light, shine into all Nations,
Oh! Let thy glorious Gospel which brings Life and Immortality to Light, shine into all nations,
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and guide their Feet into the way of Peace and Happiness. Bless and defend the Universal Church:
and guide their Feet into the Way of Peace and Happiness. Bless and defend the Universal Church:
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Grant it to flourish greatly and abound in all Grace, and Good Works: Let them prosper that love it and seek its Welfare;
Grant it to flourish greatly and abound in all Grace, and Good Works: Let them prosper that love it and seek its Welfare;
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and let its Enemies be scattered.
and let its Enemies be scattered.
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Let the Light of thy Countenance rest upon the Nations to which we belong, and give peace and plenty of all temporal good Things,
Let the Light of thy Countenance rest upon the nations to which we belong, and give peace and plenty of all temporal good Things,
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and great increase of Piety and Vertue. And be Thou our Defender, O Lord, from all our Enemies.
and great increase of Piety and Virtue. And be Thou our Defender, Oh Lord, from all our Enemies.
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We pray Thee, let our King and Queen be always under thy Direction and Care; Let them study to promote thine Honour;
We pray Thee, let our King and Queen be always under thy Direction and Care; Let them study to promote thine Honour;
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And do Thou maintain and encrease theirs. Prosper all their Undertakings for thy Glory and our Welfare.
And do Thou maintain and increase theirs. Prosper all their Undertakings for thy Glory and our Welfare.
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Teach us all who are subject to them, to pay all due Obedience.
Teach us all who Are Subject to them, to pay all due obedience.
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We earnestly desire for all that are related to us such Grace as may render them wise unto Salvation,
We earnestly desire for all that Are related to us such Grace as may render them wise unto Salvation,
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and such temporal blessings as shall seem to Thee most expedient for them.
and such temporal blessings as shall seem to Thee most expedient for them.
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Finally, O Lord, we beg thy Pardon for the Sins of this day, thy Blessing upon the means of Grace we have enjoyed;
Finally, Oh Lord, we beg thy Pardon for the Sins of this day, thy Blessing upon the means of Grace we have enjoyed;
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let them bring forth fruit in us to Eternal Life. Watch over and protect us in our Sleep;
let them bring forth fruit in us to Eternal Life. Watch over and Pact us in our Sleep;
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raise us the next morning with Health, and a due readiness to the performance of all our Duties.
raise us the next morning with Health, and a due readiness to the performance of all our Duties.
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Let us constantly see thy Goodness to us in the Land of the Living, and spend our days to thy Glory, that when we go hence, we may come to dwell in thy Joy, through the mediation of Jesus Christ, thy Son, our only Saviour. Our Father, &c.
Let us constantly see thy goodness to us in the Land of the Living, and spend our days to thy Glory, that when we go hence, we may come to dwell in thy Joy, through the mediation of jesus christ, thy Son, our only Saviour. Our Father, etc.
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THE Resurrection of our Bodies Represented, prov'd and applied. The First Part. Let us Pray.
THE Resurrection of our Bodies Represented, proved and applied. The First Part. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. John 5.28, 29. Marvel not at this:and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. John 5.28, 29. Marvel not At this:
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for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth;
for the hour is coming, in the which all that Are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth;
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they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life, and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.
they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life, and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.
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THESE words are part of a Discourse which our Blessed Saviour held with the Jews, to teach them who he was.
THESE words Are part of a Discourse which our Blessed Saviour held with the jews, to teach them who he was.
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In it he very plainly sets himself to discover to them his Divine Nature;
In it he very plainly sets himself to discover to them his Divine Nature;
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and to let them know, That He was God as well as Man. In the 17th. Verse of the Chapter He had spoken of God as his Father, and this farther enraged the Jews against him;
and to let them know, That He was God as well as Man. In the 17th. Verse of the Chapter He had spoken of God as his Father, and this farther enraged the jews against him;
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because they apprehended that in saying, God was his Father, he made himself equal with God;
Because they apprehended that in saying, God was his Father, he made himself equal with God;
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or, which is all one, he made himself God.
or, which is all one, he made himself God.
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He does not set himself to show, that they misunderstood his words, but to justifie his own words,
He does not Set himself to show, that they misunderstood his words, but to justify his own words,
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and to confirm that Interpretation of them as a true one; for through the whole following Discourse he equals himself to the Father in several things.
and to confirm that Interpretation of them as a true one; for through the Whole following Discourse he equals himself to the Father in several things.
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He asserts a constant co-operation between the Father and him in verse 19. A Communication of Counsels, Designs and Works,
He asserts a constant cooperation between the Father and him in verse 19. A Communication of Counsels, Designs and Works,
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or a mutual Consciousness in verse 20. He ascribes to Himself the Power and Authority of the Father,
or a mutual Consciousness in verse 20. He ascribes to Himself the Power and authority of the Father,
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for Raising the Dead to Life, for Judging all Mankind, vers. 21, 22. He shows the same Adoration and Worship to be due to Him that is due to the Father, verse 23. He attributes to Himself the Power and Authority to raise unto a spiritual and divine Life those wretched Mortals who are sunk into an animal and sensual one, in verse 25. In our Text he attributes to Himself again that which is certainly an Act of equal Power and Authority with the Creation of Mankind, that which none but a God and a Creatour could doe.
for Raising the Dead to Life, for Judging all Mankind, vers. 21, 22. He shows the same Adoration and Worship to be due to Him that is due to the Father, verse 23. He attributes to Himself the Power and authority to raise unto a spiritual and divine Life those wretched Mortals who Are sunk into an animal and sensual one, in verse 25. In our Text he attributes to Himself again that which is Certainly an Act of equal Power and authority with the Creation of Mankind, that which none but a God and a Creator could do.
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and he goes on beyond this in the same Strain of Discourse to compare and equal Himself to the Father.
and he Goes on beyond this in the same Strain of Discourse to compare and equal Himself to the Father.
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But let us now confine our Meditations to these two Verses and the great Subject of them.
But let us now confine our Meditations to these two Verses and the great Subject of them.
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Marvel not at this; that is, Let not the things which I have said seem Incredible to you,Marvel not At this; that is, Let not the things which I have said seem Incredible to you,
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nor lay a Prejudice or Offence in your Minds: For I must tell you that which is more wonderfull;
nor lay a Prejudice or Offence in your Minds: For I must tell you that which is more wonderful;
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I might well enough ascribe to my self the managing of the Last Judgment, since I have Power to raise the Dead.
I might well enough ascribe to my self the managing of the Last Judgement, since I have Power to raise the Dead.
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The hour is coming. It is observable, he does not add those words, and now is, as in verse 25. which shows he does not speak here of the same thing.The hour is coming. It is observable, he does not add those words, and now is, as in verse 25. which shows he does not speak Here of the same thing.
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He does not speak of that spiritual Resurrection which the Voice of his Gospel should from that time frequently effect in the World;
He does not speak of that spiritual Resurrection which the Voice of his Gospel should from that time frequently Effect in the World;
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but of the general Resurrection of the Bodies of Men at the End of the World.
but of the general Resurrection of the Bodies of Men At the End of the World.
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To confirm this Interpretation, we may observe also that he says in this Resurrection, some should rise again to Condemnation:
To confirm this Interpretation, we may observe also that he Says in this Resurrection, Some should rise again to Condemnation:
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But he had told them before, That they who would hear his word, and believe on him that sent him, that is, such as should be raised to a spiritual Life, they shall not come into Condemnation, vers. 24. And further we may observe that he speaks of those who should enjoy the Resurrection unto Life, as having done good before;
But he had told them before, That they who would hear his word, and believe on him that sent him, that is, such as should be raised to a spiritual Life, they shall not come into Condemnation, vers. 24. And further we may observe that he speaks of those who should enjoy the Resurrection unto Life, as having done good before;
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but before the spiritual Resurrection, no Mandoes good; since in the Scripture phrase such are dead in trespasses and sins, Eph. 2.1. In the which, all that are in the Graves shall hear his voice:
but before the spiritual Resurrection, no Mandoes good; since in the Scripture phrase such Are dead in Trespasses and Sins, Ephesians 2.1. In the which, all that Are in the Graves shall hear his voice:
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By this Expression he means, All that are in the State of the Dead:
By this Expression he means, All that Are in the State of the Dead:
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They shall hear his Voice, that is, the Voice of the Son of Man, or the Son of God, meaning Himself, who is both.
They shall hear his Voice, that is, the Voice of the Son of Man, or the Son of God, meaning Himself, who is both.
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There shall, he intimates, at the last day be proclaimed a loud Summons and Command, for all the Dead to Arise and Live again;
There shall, he intimates, At the last day be proclaimed a loud Summons and Command, for all the Dead to Arise and Live again;
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which shall either be spoken by Himself, or by some Angel at his Command and Appointment, as some other Scriptures intimate.
which shall either be spoken by Himself, or by Some Angel At his Command and Appointment, as Some other Scriptures intimate.
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But if this Summons be proclaimed by some Angel, yet may it be said to be his voice, since it will be proclaimed in his Name and by his Appointment and Direction.
But if this Summons be proclaimed by Some Angel, yet may it be said to be his voice, since it will be proclaimed in his Name and by his Appointment and Direction.
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And shall come forth. With that Summons shall be exerted his divine, creating Power to the raising of the Dead.And shall come forth. With that Summons shall be exerted his divine, creating Power to the raising of the Dead.
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And this shall ransack every Element, search every private Corner of the World, and gather the Dust of humane Bodies, wheresoever that is scattered and dispersed, and make them Live again.
And this shall ransack every Element, search every private Corner of the World, and gather the Dust of humane Bodies, wheresoever that is scattered and dispersed, and make them Live again.
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And such a Power may as well attend this Summons if it be proclaimed by an Angel in his Name,
And such a Power may as well attend this Summons if it be proclaimed by an Angel in his Name,
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as if he pronounced it Himself;
as if he pronounced it Himself;
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even as the mighty Power of God attended the motion and touch of Moses his Rod when he used it at the Command and Appointment of God.
even as the mighty Power of God attended the motion and touch of Moses his Rod when he used it At the Command and Appointment of God.
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They that have done good, to the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation. They that have done good, to the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.
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By this Division he includes all Mankind that will be then dead, and tells the very different Fates of Men in this Resurrection.
By this Division he includes all Mankind that will be then dead, and tells the very different Fates of Men in this Resurrection.
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How well it shall fare with some, and how ill with others.
How well it shall fare with Some, and how ill with Others.
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He intimates the Design and End of the Resurrection, which is, That all Men may receive according to what they have done in the flesh,
He intimates the Design and End of the Resurrection, which is, That all Men may receive according to what they have done in the Flesh,
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whether it be good or whether it be evil. Thus we see here the Doctrine of our Resurrection most evidently asserted by our Saviour, and therein assured.whither it be good or whither it be evil. Thus we see Here the Doctrine of our Resurrection most evidently asserted by our Saviour, and therein assured.
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A Doctrine which is certainly of great Importance, and very fit to be believed and considered,
A Doctrine which is Certainly of great Importance, and very fit to be believed and considered,
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if it be true, and which may be of great use to us for the direction and comfort of our Lives.
if it be true, and which may be of great use to us for the direction and Comfort of our Lives.
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Because much objection has been made against this by Infidels and Hereticks, and it has been called in question by one Heresie which would now fain prevail:
Because much objection has been made against this by Infidels and Heretics, and it has been called in question by one Heresy which would now fain prevail:
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And sometimes the Faith of it in good Christians may perhaps by the Art and Subtilty of Temptation and Objection be staggered and weakned.
And sometime the Faith of it in good Christians may perhaps by the Art and Subtlety of Temptation and Objection be staggered and weakened.
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I shall therefore employ much of this Discourse to confirm and prove the truth of it.
I shall Therefore employ much of this Discourse to confirm and prove the truth of it.
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And that the Confirmation of this may be the more plain and convincing, I shall proceed in this method.
And that the Confirmation of this may be the more plain and convincing, I shall proceed in this method.
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I shall represent or state the Doctrine of our Resurrection in sundry Particulars, and add to each of them severally such confirmation as Holy Scripture and our own Reason will afford.
I shall represent or state the Doctrine of our Resurrection in sundry Particulars, and add to each of them severally such confirmation as Holy Scripture and our own Reason will afford.
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1. The first of which Particulars shall be this, That the Resurrection of the Dead is only a Resurrection of the Body.
1. The First of which Particulars shall be this, That the Resurrection of the Dead is only a Resurrection of the Body.
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It is that which falls, and dies, which is to be raised to life again;
It is that which falls, and die, which is to be raised to life again;
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and therefore whenever the Scripture speaks of a rising again from Death, it must be understood to belong only to the Body,
and Therefore whenever the Scripture speaks of a rising again from Death, it must be understood to belong only to the Body,
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since that only part of a Man does fall and die. The Scripture it self teaches us to understand thus of this Matter, when it says, as in Eccles. 12.7. of a dying Man, Then the dust returns to the earth as it was, and the spirit to God that gave it.
since that only part of a Man does fallen and die. The Scripture it self Teaches us to understand thus of this Matter, when it Says, as in Eccles. 12.7. of a dying Man, Then the dust returns to the earth as it was, and the Spirit to God that gave it.
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The Soul of Man does not die, that Spirit is immortal, and lives and acts while the Body is dissolved.
The Soul of Man does not die, that Spirit is immortal, and lives and acts while the Body is dissolved.
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Another Habitation is prepared for it, to which God the Creatour and Sovereign Judge of all things disposes it;
another Habitation is prepared for it, to which God the Creator and Sovereign Judge of all things disposes it;
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where it dwells in a great measure of Happiness or Misery, according as it has lived well or ill with the Body.
where it dwells in a great measure of Happiness or Misery, according as it has lived well or ill with the Body.
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This our Saviour teaches us in the Parable of Dives and Lazarus, Luke 16. And the Apostle shows, That he expected to be even while his Body lay dead,
This our Saviour Teaches us in the Parable of Dives and Lazarus, Lycia 16. And the Apostle shows, That he expected to be even while his Body lay dead,
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and that he expected a State which would have some very great and very desireable Advantages of this, when he says, Phil. 1.23. That he had a desire to depart, and to be with Christ, which was far better for him than to stay here.
and that he expected a State which would have Some very great and very desirable Advantages of this, when he Says, Philip 1.23. That he had a desire to depart, and to be with christ, which was Far better for him than to stay Here.
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And we may observe to this purpose, that our Saviour in our present Text does not say, All that are NONLATINALPHABET, but NONLATINALPHABET.
And we may observe to this purpose, that our Saviour in our present Text does not say, All that Are, but.
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He does not use the word which commonly signifies the State or Place of the separate Soul,
He does not use the word which commonly signifies the State or Place of the separate Soul,
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but that which never signifies any other Place than the Sepulchre or Grave of the Body.
but that which never signifies any other Place than the Sepulchre or Grave of the Body.
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So that it is plainly the Resurrection of the Body which is here spoken of.
So that it is plainly the Resurrection of the Body which is Here spoken of.
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Now to help our selves to believe the Resurrection of our Bodies, and that the Soul shall not always live unbodied after Death, we may derive these Reasons or Arguments for it from what the Holy Scripture teaches us.
Now to help our selves to believe the Resurrection of our Bodies, and that the Soul shall not always live unbodied After Death, we may derive these Reasons or Arguments for it from what the Holy Scripture Teaches us.
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(1.) We may justly conclude this from the Nature and Frame of the Humane Body.
(1.) We may justly conclude this from the Nature and Frame of the Humane Body.
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The Creatour did with admirable Wisdom build this Body from the Dust of the Earth: He contracted in it all the Beauties and Wonders of the greater material World:
The Creator did with admirable Wisdom built this Body from the Dust of the Earth: He contracted in it all the Beauty's and Wonders of the greater material World:
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He intended it to exercise a Dominion over the Beasts of the Earth, the Fowls of the Air,
He intended it to exercise a Dominion over the Beasts of the Earth, the Fowls of the Air,
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and the Fishes of the Sea;
and the Fish of the Sea;
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and gave all these, and all the Plants of the Earth to it's use and service.
and gave all these, and all the Plants of the Earth to it's use and service.
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He intended and fitted it to be the Habitation of an Immortal Spirit.
He intended and fitted it to be the Habitation of an Immortal Spirit.
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Now from these things we may very probably and reasonably conclude, That it was in the wise Creatour's design intended for a much longer duration than now it commonly has.
Now from these things we may very probably and reasonably conclude, That it was in the wise Creator's Design intended for a much longer duration than now it commonly has.
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We cannot easily think that he made it so wonderfull, and gathered so many Excellencies into it,
We cannot Easily think that he made it so wonderful, and gathered so many Excellencies into it,
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and yet intended it should endure but a very few years, and then fall for ever into dust again:
and yet intended it should endure but a very few Years, and then fallen for ever into dust again:
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Or, that Creatures far less excellent than it, and made for the sake and service of it, should yet be more durable,
Or, that Creatures Far less excellent than it, and made for the sake and service of it, should yet be more durable,
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and of a firmer Constitution and Make.
and of a firmer Constitution and Make.
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We know that the Beasts and the Fowls of the Air do live several of them much longer than we commonly do;
We know that the Beasts and the Fowls of the Air do live several of them much longer than we commonly do;
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and Trees, many of them, outlast many Generations of us.
and Trees, many of them, outlast many Generations of us.
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Since he designed humane Bodies for Habitations to an immortal Soul, 'tis reasonable to believe, he intended too, that the Body should also be immortal,
Since he designed humane Bodies for Habitations to an immortal Soul, it's reasonable to believe, he intended too, that the Body should also be immortal,
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and that these should never be thus separated from each other as in our Death they are.
and that these should never be thus separated from each other as in our Death they Are.
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Though our Bodies are now curst and doom'd to dust and dissolution for our Sin;
Though our Bodies Are now cursed and doomed to dust and dissolution for our since;
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as this was not originally intended, so we may reasonably believe, that they shall not for ever remain dissolved,
as this was not originally intended, so we may reasonably believe, that they shall not for ever remain dissolved,
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or the Creator's design in making them be utterly lost and frustrate.
or the Creator's Design in making them be utterly lost and frustrate.
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That he will quite throw away what was made so wonderfull and excellent, or lose the Glory of this part of the Creation by an utter destruction of it.
That he will quite throw away what was made so wonderful and excellent, or loose the Glory of this part of the Creation by an utter destruction of it.
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(2.) From the Nature of the Soul of Man we may reasonably believe that it shall not always live without a Body after Death.
(2.) From the Nature of the Soul of Man we may reasonably believe that it shall not always live without a Body After Death.
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As we have before seen reason to believe that the Soul it self lives; so we may farther see reason to believe that it shall not always live unbodied.
As we have before seen reason to believe that the Soul it self lives; so we may farther see reason to believe that it shall not always live unbodied.
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This is indeed an immortal Spirit;
This is indeed an immortal Spirit;
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but it is a distinct sort of Spirit from those who are made to live without Bodies;
but it is a distinct sort of Spirit from those who Are made to live without Bodies;
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and is in its nature and original Frame suited and designed to dwell in a Body.
and is in its nature and original Frame suited and designed to dwell in a Body.
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In the Account which Moses gives us of the Creation of Man, we may plainly see this.
In the Account which Moses gives us of the Creation of Man, we may plainly see this.
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For he tells us, That the Body was first made and intended to be the Habitation of an immortal Soul,
For he tells us, That the Body was First made and intended to be the Habitation of an immortal Soul,
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and that when that was ready prepared, the Soul of Man was at the same time made and put into it.
and that when that was ready prepared, the Soul of Man was At the same time made and put into it.
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He says, The Lord God formed man from the dust of the ground, and then breathed into his nostrils the breath of life,
He Says, The Lord God formed man from the dust of the ground, and then breathed into his nostrils the breath of life,
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and, with this, man became a living soul, Gen. 2.7. It is God that still forms the spirit of man within him, but in a different way now;and, with this, man became a living soul, Gen. 2.7. It is God that still forms the Spirit of man within him, but in a different Way now;
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having by the Law of Nature established a propagation of this kind;
having by the Law of Nature established a propagation of this kind;
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he now raises it from the matter of our Bodies by a mighty but a common concourse, with the natural causes of our Generation;
he now raises it from the matter of our Bodies by a mighty but a Common concourse, with the natural Causes of our Generation;
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and so he gives the Soul of Man its first being in a Body, and in actual Union to it.
and so he gives the Soul of Man its First being in a Body, and in actual union to it.
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Now that he should make the Soul immortal, as doubtless it is, and design and fit it to dwell in a Body,
Now that he should make the Soul immortal, as doubtless it is, and Design and fit it to dwell in a Body,
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and yet after a little space call it away, and make it for ever live without one, is incongruous:
and yet After a little Molle call it away, and make it for ever live without one, is incongruous:
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That he should continue it for ever in a state of Imperfection, as without a Body it is,
That he should continue it for ever in a state of Imperfection, as without a Body it is,
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an uncompleat Being, and a part only of a Being is not suitable to him whose work is always perfect. We may justly conclude then, that the Soul shall return to a Body,
an uncomplete Being, and a part only of a Being is not suitable to him whose work is always perfect. We may justly conclude then, that the Soul shall return to a Body,
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and for ever live with one after a little space of separation from it.
and for ever live with one After a little Molle of separation from it.
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We can easily find out reasons enough agreeable to him, and by the Light of Holy Scripture,
We can Easily find out Reasons enough agreeable to him, and by the Light of Holy Scripture,
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for the temporary separation of the Body and Soul; but we cannot find any for an eternal one:
for the temporary separation of the Body and Soul; but we cannot find any for an Eternal one:
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and if we attempt to go further with our Reason than the Light of Scripture reaches in this matter, we shall certainly prove, by our wandring, our unsteady course,
and if we attempt to go further with our Reason than the Light of Scripture reaches in this matter, we shall Certainly prove, by our wandering, our unsteady course,
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and our frequent falls into palpable errour, that we walk blindfold. But this Argument will be farther confirmed by the next.
and our frequent falls into palpable error, that we walk blindfold. But this Argument will be farther confirmed by the next.
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(3.) From the Judgment to come, which is the end of the Resurrection, we may reasonably gather that there will be a Resurrection of Bodies.
(3.) From the Judgement to come, which is the end of the Resurrection, we may reasonably gather that there will be a Resurrection of Bodies.
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It is said of that, That all shall stand before the tribunal of Christ, to receive what they have done in the flesh,
It is said of that, That all shall stand before the tribunal of christ, to receive what they have done in the Flesh,
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whether it be good or evil. whither it be good or evil.
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Can we think that the Soul shall be judged for what is done in the Body without a Body? The Soul alone cannot equitably be judged for the Deeds which the Body concurr'd in.
Can we think that the Soul shall be judged for what is done in the Body without a Body? The Soul alone cannot equitably be judged for the deeds which the Body concurred in.
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The Flesh and Body is not only an Instrument of the Soul, but is a part with that of the Man,
The Flesh and Body is not only an Instrument of the Soul, but is a part with that of the Man,
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and so does truly share in the good or evil Actions of the Person.
and so does truly share in the good or evil Actions of the Person.
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Besides, As the Body does concurr in the Actions of the Man, so it does perhaps often instigate,
Beside, As the Body does concur in the Actions of the Man, so it does perhaps often instigate,
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and sway, and induce to the sins which the Man commits, and therefore it must in Equity be punish'd together with the Soul for them.
and sway, and induce to the Sins which the Man commits, and Therefore it must in Equity be punished together with the Soul for them.
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No Man can receive according to what he has done in the Flesh, unless both Body and Soul partake in the Reward,
No Man can receive according to what he has done in the Flesh, unless both Body and Soul partake in the Reward,
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as they do in the Actions of the Person.
as they do in the Actions of the Person.
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The Body as joined to the Soul, is capable of Holiness and of Wickedness, as the Scripture it self teaches us,
The Body as joined to the Soul, is capable of Holiness and of Wickedness, as the Scripture it self Teaches us,
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when it speaks of some Mens being sanctified and preserved without spot, or blameless, in Body, Soul, and Spirit, 1 Thess. 5.23. and bids others cleanse themselves from all filthiness both of Flesh and Spirit; 2 Cor. 7.1.
when it speaks of Some Men's being sanctified and preserved without spot, or blameless, in Body, Soul, and Spirit, 1 Thess 5.23. and bids Others cleanse themselves from all filthiness both of Flesh and Spirit; 2 Cor. 7.1.
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And then the Body, as well as the Soul, is a fit and capable Subject of Reward or Punishment;
And then the Body, as well as the Soul, is a fit and capable Subject of Reward or Punishment;
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whence we may conclude, It shall rise again, to partake of the one or the other.
whence we may conclude, It shall rise again, to partake of the one or the other.
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If it lies eternally dissolved, as it receives no Reward for doing well, so it feels no Punishment for doing ill. Farther;
If it lies eternally dissolved, as it receives no Reward for doing well, so it feels no Punishment for doing ill. Farther;
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The Soul of Man, by reason of its natural disposition towards dwelling in a Body, may be rewarded or punish'd by the good or ill Condition of the Body 'tis joined to;
The Soul of Man, by reason of its natural disposition towards Dwelling in a Body, may be rewarded or punished by the good or ill Condition of the Body it's joined to;
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and a great Addition to its Happiness or Misery may be made thereby.
and a great Addition to its Happiness or Misery may be made thereby.
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Since therefore the future state is that which is chiefly designed for retribution, and it is certain, That Men shall there receive the full deserts of their Actions done here;
Since Therefore the future state is that which is chiefly designed for retribution, and it is certain, That Men shall there receive the full deserts of their Actions done Here;
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it is without doubt, That the Soul shall not be rewarded or punished without a Body.
it is without doubt, That the Soul shall not be rewarded or punished without a Body.
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It is very reasonable to expect, that it shall be punished with the contempt and torment of that,
It is very reasonable to expect, that it shall be punished with the contempt and torment of that,
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when through inordinate Love and Indulgence of that, it has been drawn into Sin. And that it shall be rewarded in the Happiness of that Body which it has employed with great diligence in welldoing,
when through inordinate Love and Indulgence of that, it has been drawn into Sin. And that it shall be rewarded in the Happiness of that Body which it has employed with great diligence in welldoing,
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and whose gratification it has often slighted and forsaken, that it might the more honour God,
and whose gratification it has often slighted and forsaken, that it might the more honour God,
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and be stedfast in its Duty.
and be steadfast in its Duty.
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The Body of a good Man may be separated from his Soul for a while, to perfect the Cure of Worldliness and Sensuality in him;
The Body of a good Man may be separated from his Soul for a while, to perfect the Cure of Worldliness and Sensuality in him;
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and then that may be joined to it again, to complete the Felicity of such a sort of Creature with the Happiness which that shall enjoy when 'tis restored.
and then that may be joined to it again, to complete the Felicity of such a sort of Creature with the Happiness which that shall enjoy when it's restored.
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As the Soul is imperfect and but part of a Being while separated from a Body,
As the Soul is imperfect and but part of a Being while separated from a Body,
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so it cannot possibly be complete in its Happiness while it is incomplete in its Nature.
so it cannot possibly be complete in its Happiness while it is incomplete in its Nature.
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It is necessary then to the full and due Reward of good Men, that their Souls be joined to,
It is necessary then to the full and due Reward of good Men, that their Souls be joined to,
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and rewarded in and with a Body.
and rewarded in and with a Body.
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It is indeed to a vicious, worldly and sensual Man some Punishment, to have his Soul separate from a Body,
It is indeed to a vicious, worldly and sensual Man Some Punishment, to have his Soul separate from a Body,
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because his carnal and sensual Inclinations are thereby deprived of all gratification;
Because his carnal and sensual Inclinations Are thereby deprived of all gratification;
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but yet 'tis a greater Punishment to such an one to be joined to a Body actually tormented too,
but yet it's a greater Punishment to such an one to be joined to a Body actually tormented too,
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as well as deprived of its sensual gratifications.
as well as deprived of its sensual gratifications.
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The Body then of a wicked Man may be separated from his Soul, to punish in some degree for the present his vicious Carnality and Worldliness with the want of sensual gratifications,
The Body then of a wicked Man may be separated from his Soul, to Punish in Some degree for the present his vicious Carnality and Worldliness with the want of sensual gratifications,
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and may be joined to it again after a time, to give him farther punishment in the enduring of actual Torment,
and may be joined to it again After a time, to give him farther punishment in the enduring of actual Torment,
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so shall he also be completely miserable. So much may suffice to confirm us in the belief of the first Particular. I proceed to a second.
so shall he also be completely miserable. So much may suffice to confirm us in the belief of the First Particular. I proceed to a second.
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2. We must also understand and believe of this Resurrection, That the same Body in which we live here,
2. We must also understand and believe of this Resurrection, That the same Body in which we live Here,
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and which falls and dies, shall be raised and restored to Life again.
and which falls and die, shall be raised and restored to Life again.
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It is not a new Body that shall be made for the Soul to dwell in to all Eternity,
It is not a new Body that shall be made for the Soul to dwell in to all Eternity,
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but the same Body shall be restored. And this the Holy Scripture evidently teaches us.
but the same Body shall be restored. And this the Holy Scripture evidently Teaches us.
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We have it express'd in the Book of Job, as the Expectation of that good and inspired Man;
We have it expressed in the Book of Job, as the Expectation of that good and inspired Man;
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that the same Flesh which Worms would devour after his Skin which was already destroyed with his Sores, should be that in which he should, with the same Eyes he then had, see his Redeemer at the last day, Job 19.26, 27. It shall suffice to confirm this Interpretation and Application of this Scripture to say, that thus the ancient Writers of the Christian Church understood it.
that the same Flesh which Worms would devour After his Skin which was already destroyed with his Sores, should be that in which he should, with the same Eyes he then had, see his Redeemer At the last day, Job 19.26, 27. It shall suffice to confirm this Interpretation and Application of this Scripture to say, that thus the ancient Writers of the Christian Church understood it.
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And they, when they would prove that the same Body shall rise again, do commonly produce this Scripture for it. Again;
And they, when they would prove that the same Body shall rise again, do commonly produce this Scripture for it. Again;
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When 'tis said, They who sleep in the dust shall awake, as in Dan. 12.2.
When it's said, They who sleep in the dust shall awake, as in Dan. 12.2.
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And, They that are in the graves shall hear the voice of the Son of God and come forth, as in our Text:
And, They that Are in the graves shall hear the voice of the Son of God and come forth, as in our Text:
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And, The sea gave up the dead which were in it, in a Vision which St. John had of this Resurrection, as in Rev. 20.13. These Expressions do plainly intimate, that the same Body which the Dust, or Sea, or any other Element, have received, shall be restored again.
And, The sea gave up the dead which were in it, in a Vision which Saint John had of this Resurrection, as in Rev. 20.13. These Expressions do plainly intimate, that the same Body which the Dust, or Sea, or any other Element, have received, shall be restored again.
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The Bodies which rise again are returned from those places to which our dead and dissolved Bodies are scattered:
The Bodies which rise again Are returned from those places to which our dead and dissolved Bodies Are scattered:
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therefore the same Bodies are restored again;
Therefore the same Bodies Are restored again;
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for if new ones were made, what need is there that those should be made out of the Sea that were lost in the Sea. And yet farther;
for if new ones were made, what need is there that those should be made out of the Sea that were lost in the Sea. And yet farther;
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the Apostle Paul teaches us this concerning our Resurrection, 1 Cor. 15.53. where he says, This corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality.
the Apostle Paul Teaches us this Concerning our Resurrection, 1 Cor. 15.53. where he Says, This corruptible must put on incorruption, and this Mortal must put on immortality.
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If it be not the same Body which rises again, but a new one is made,
If it be not the same Body which rises again, but a new one is made,
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then this mortal and corruptible Body does never put on Immortality and Incorruption, but remains for ever scattered and dissolved.
then this Mortal and corruptible Body does never put on Immortality and Incorruption, but remains for ever scattered and dissolved.
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So firm a belief had some of the Ancients of this matter, that they pronounced their belief in these words;
So firm a belief had Some of the Ancients of this matter, that they pronounced their belief in these words;
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I believe the Resurrection of this Flesh, at the same time shewing what Flesh they meant, by making the sign of a Cross on their Foreheads, (Ruffin. in Symbol.) And this also our own Reason may help us to believe, especially upon the further Assistance which the Holy Scripture affords us.I believe the Resurrection of this Flesh, At the same time showing what Flesh they meant, by making the Signen of a Cross on their Foreheads, (Ruffian. in Symbol.) And this also our own Reason may help us to believe, especially upon the further Assistance which the Holy Scripture affords us.
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(1.) We may justly conclude this also from the Judgment which we are assured shall be.
(1.) We may justly conclude this also from the Judgement which we Are assured shall be.
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If the same Body does not rise again to receive its deserts, then, since the Soul shall not be without a Body, it will be one Body that sins or does well,
If the same Body does not rise again to receive its deserts, then, since the Soul shall not be without a Body, it will be one Body that Sins or does well,
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and another that is punish'd or rewarded for it.
and Another that is punished or rewarded for it.
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And as it is not Equity to let that Body which has been denyed, mortified and hardly used in well-doing,
And as it is not Equity to let that Body which has been denied, mortified and hardly used in welldoing,
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and perhaps has suffered Torments and Death for Righteousness sake, to be for ever lost, and to give the Soul a new Body to receive the Rewards of these things;
and perhaps has suffered Torments and Death for Righteousness sake, to be for ever lost, and to give the Soul a new Body to receive the Rewards of these things;
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so neither would it be just to punish a new made Body which never concurr'd in the Actions of this Life,
so neither would it be just to Punish a new made Body which never concurred in the Actions of this Life,
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for the sins which another was guilty of.
for the Sins which Another was guilty of.
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If then we shall be judged and rewarded in a Body for the things done in the Flesh, it is not congruous to imagine this shall be done in any other than the same Flesh.
If then we shall be judged and rewarded in a Body for the things done in the Flesh, it is not congruous to imagine this shall be done in any other than the same Flesh.
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(2) We may help our selves to believe even this difficult Point, from the Consideration of the vast and all-comprehending Knowledge of God.
(2) We may help our selves to believe even this difficult Point, from the Consideration of the vast and All-comprehending Knowledge of God.
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This may assure us, that he must needs be able to find out all the scattered Dust of the same Body wheresoever 'tis dispers'd, in order to the raising it again.
This may assure us, that he must needs be able to find out all the scattered Dust of the same Body wheresoever it's dispersed, in order to the raising it again.
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It is not possible that God should be ignorant of any part or Atom of the Bodies that are to be raised.
It is not possible that God should be ignorant of any part or Atom of the Bodies that Are to be raised.
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He understands our thoughts afar off; therefore much rather the parts of our Bodies.He understands our thoughts afar off; Therefore much rather the parts of our Bodies.
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Of Him the Psalmist says, My substance was not hid from thee, when I was made in secret;
Of Him the Psalmist Says, My substance was not hid from thee, when I was made in secret;
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thine eyes did see my substance yet being unperfect;
thine eyes did see my substance yet being unperfect;
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and in thy book all my members were written, Psal. 139. Yea, he ascribes to God the making him wonderfully in the Womb,and in thy book all my members were written, Psalm 139. Yea, he ascribes to God the making him wonderfully in the Womb,
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as is intimated vers. 14. but we must necessarily conclude, That if He forms and makes us up, He must needs know every particle of matter which goes to our composition.
as is intimated vers. 14. but we must necessarily conclude, That if He forms and makes us up, He must needs know every particle of matter which Goes to our composition.
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Again, of good Men 'tis said, The hairs of your head are all numbred, Matth. 10.30.
Again, of good Men it's said, The hairs of your head Are all numbered, Matthew 10.30.
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And, He keepeth all the bones of such, so that not one of them shall perish, Psal. 34.21. May not these things fully secure us that He knows every part of our Body while it is united to us.
And, He Keepeth all the bones of such, so that not one of them shall perish, Psalm 34.21. May not these things Fully secure us that He knows every part of our Body while it is united to us.
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And then we must also believe, that his vast Knowledge does not forget any of those parts when the Body is dissolved and they are scattered.
And then we must also believe, that his vast Knowledge does not forget any of those parts when the Body is dissolved and they Are scattered.
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For, as he knows every part of us, so he also knows always every part and atom of matter that is in the whole World.
For, as he knows every part of us, so he also knows always every part and atom of matter that is in the Whole World.
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'Tis said, He tells the number of the stars, and calleth them all by their names, Psal. 147.4.
It's said, He tells the number of the Stars, and calls them all by their names, Psalm 147.4.
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He hath measured the waters in the hollow of his hand, and meted out the heavens with a span, He hath measured the waters in the hollow of his hand, and meted out the heavens with a span,
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and comprehended the dust of the earth in a measure, in Isa. 40.12. These Expressions are design'd to intimate his particular and distinct Knowledge of all the parts of the Creation.and comprehended the dust of the earth in a measure, in Isaiah 40.12. These Expressions Are designed to intimate his particular and distinct Knowledge of all the parts of the Creation.
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And if his Knowledge be such, it cannot possibly be hid from Him, what becomes of every part of our dissolved Bodies.
And if his Knowledge be such, it cannot possibly be hid from Him, what becomes of every part of our dissolved Bodies.
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Let the parts of them be added to the Waters of the Sea, or the Dust of the Earth,
Let the parts of them be added to the Waters of the Sea, or the Dust of the Earth,
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or the Winds of the Air;
or the Winds of the Air;
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Let them be added to a Beast, or a Fish, or a Plant, or a Stone;
Let them be added to a Beast, or a Fish, or a Plant, or a Stone;
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yet still he knows where they are.
yet still he knows where they Are.
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He to whom the nature of every thing is perfectly known, and what parts it has before, must also know what new parts are at all times added to it:
He to whom the nature of every thing is perfectly known, and what parts it has before, must also know what new parts Are At all times added to it:
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And if any of the parts of an humane Body when it is dissolved, are added to any of these things, it cannot be without his Knowledge.
And if any of the parts of an humane Body when it is dissolved, Are added to any of these things, it cannot be without his Knowledge.
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And when a number of humane Bodies too great for us to compute, are thus scattered and dispersed in the Universe,
And when a number of humane Bodies too great for us to compute, Are thus scattered and dispersed in the Universe,
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yet his all-comprehending Knowledge must still know where they are, and understand to which Body each of those parts does belong.
yet his All-comprehending Knowledge must still know where they Are, and understand to which Body each of those parts does belong.
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These things may reasonably be ascribed to Him whose Understanding is Infinite, as is said Psal. 147.5. though they are very strange and puzling to our shallow Capacities.
These things may reasonably be ascribed to Him whose Understanding is Infinite, as is said Psalm 147.5. though they Are very strange and puzzling to our shallow Capacities.
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And we do not ascribe to him an Infinite Understanding, but a finite and limited one,
And we do not ascribe to him an Infinite Understanding, but a finite and limited one,
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if we doubt of his Capacity for these things.
if we doubt of his Capacity for these things.
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(3.) We may help our selves to believe that God is able to gather and make up the same Body again as well as to find it out,
(3.) We may help our selves to believe that God is able to gather and make up the same Body again as well as to find it out,
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and that from the Consideration of his Almighty Power. His Power is doubtless as Infinite as his Understanding.
and that from the Consideration of his Almighty Power. His Power is doubtless as Infinite as his Understanding.
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Every thing in God is Infinite; all is alike. There can be nothing which Power can effect that he cannot doe.
Every thing in God is Infinite; all is alike. There can be nothing which Power can Effect that he cannot do.
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And we have several such Instances of his Power as from whence we must, if we believe them, conclude, That he is able to raise up the same Body from Death.
And we have several such Instances of his Power as from whence we must, if we believe them, conclude, That he is able to raise up the same Body from Death.
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Such it is if we well consider it, That so curious and wonderfull a Frame as the humane Body is composed im the Dark, in a way unknown to her that bears it in its formation.
Such it is if we well Consider it, That so curious and wonderful a Frame as the humane Body is composed im the Dark, in a Way unknown to her that bears it in its formation.
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Such an Instance it is also of his Power, That these living Bodies of ours are maintained by the dead and dissolved Bodies of the Creatures we feed upon,
Such an Instance it is also of his Power, That these living Bodies of ours Are maintained by the dead and dissolved Bodies of the Creatures we feed upon,
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or by Food which never had an animal Life. We have Life from Death every day:
or by Food which never had an animal Life. We have Life from Death every day:
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That which has not Life in it self, yet gives us Life through the Blessing and Power of God.
That which has not Life in it self, yet gives us Life through the Blessing and Power of God.
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And then cannot He also raise our dead Bodies to Life again even from lifeless Dust? Farther, The living Creatures which breed only out of the Corruption of somewhat else,
And then cannot He also raise our dead Bodies to Life again even from Lifeless Dust? Farther, The living Creatures which breed only out of the Corruption of somewhat Else,
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as I doubt not many of those we call Insects at least doe, these may help us to believe our Resurrection from the Dust. Farther, Such an Instance of the Divine Power as from whence we may expect our Resurrection, was the putting Life (as we may say) into the Waters of the Egyptian River,
as I doubt not many of those we call Insects At least doe, these may help us to believe our Resurrection from the Dust. Farther, Such an Instance of the Divine Power as from whence we may expect our Resurrection, was the putting Life (as we may say) into the Waters of the Egyptian River,
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when he made it bring forth Frogs in such abundance, that they covered and overflowed all the Land of Egypt, as at other times the Streams of that River were wont to doe.
when he made it bring forth Frogs in such abundance, that they covered and overflowed all the Land of Egypt, as At other times the Streams of that River were wont to do.
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Or perhaps it was yet more parallel to the mighty Work we are speaking of, That He should put Life into the dry Dust of the Land of Egypt, as he did when he turned it into Lice,
Or perhaps it was yet more parallel to the mighty Work we Are speaking of, That He should put Life into the dry Dust of the Land of Egypt, as he did when he turned it into Lice,
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for an uneasie, shamefull Punishment of the stubborn, unbelieving Egyptians. But farther, His creating of Man at first from the Dust of the Earth, may certainly assure us, that he is able to re-make us from it again.
for an uneasy, shameful Punishment of the stubborn, unbelieving egyptians. But farther, His creating of Man At First from the Dust of the Earth, may Certainly assure us, that he is able to remake us from it again.
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And His making all this visible World out of nothing, all the Earth and Sea, the bright and numerous Stars, and the spacious Heavens:
And His making all this visible World out of nothing, all the Earth and Sea, the bright and numerous Stars, and the spacious Heavens:
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His making the much vaster invisible World out of nothing, and the more excellent and more numerous Inhabitants of that, may reasonably make us,
His making the much vaster invisible World out of nothing, and the more excellent and more numerous Inhabitants of that, may reasonably make us,
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if we believe those things, to expect from his Power, that we shall be raised from the Dead.
if we believe those things, to expect from his Power, that we shall be raised from the Dead.
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This Point is as easie to be believed, and as reasonable as these Instances of his Power which the Holy Scripture tells us of.
This Point is as easy to be believed, and as reasonable as these Instances of his Power which the Holy Scripture tells us of.
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He is still the same, and will ever be so, without any variableness or shadow of change;
He is still the same, and will ever be so, without any variableness or shadow of change;
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therefore he can still doe as great things as the greatest of those now mentioned;
Therefore he can still do as great things as the greatest of those now mentioned;
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and this of raising our dead Bodies is a much less Instance of Power than some of them.
and this of raising our dead Bodies is a much less Instance of Power than Some of them.
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Our Saviour intimates, that this may be concluded from his Power, when he tells the Sadducees, who denied the Resurrection, That they err'd, not knowing the Scriptures,
Our Saviour intimates, that this may be concluded from his Power, when he tells the Sadducees, who denied the Resurrection, That they erred, not knowing the Scriptures,
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nor the power of God, Matt. 22.29.nor the power of God, Matt. 22.29.
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From the Holy Scriptures we may know, that he will raise our dead Bodies to Life,
From the Holy Scriptures we may know, that he will raise our dead Bodies to Life,
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because he has therein promised and declared, That he will doe it.
Because he has therein promised and declared, That he will do it.
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And from what they say of his Power and from what we may observe of it, we may reasonably conclude that he is able to doe it.
And from what they say of his Power and from what we may observe of it, we may reasonably conclude that he is able to do it.
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These things make it very reasonable to believe the Resurrection of the same Body from Death.
These things make it very reasonable to believe the Resurrection of the same Body from Death.
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But because there is an Objection against this Particular which yet might puzzle weak Minds, I shall answer that before I go to another.
But Because there is an Objection against this Particular which yet might puzzle weak Minds, I shall answer that before I go to Another.
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Obj. Some say, That the Bodies of Men are in a continual motion and change;Object some say, That the Bodies of Men Are in a continual motion and change;
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and that within the compass of a very few years those parts which we had before are all gone,
and that within the compass of a very few Years those parts which we had before Are all gone,
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and quite new ones are come in their stead; so that we have not liv'd in the same Bodies all our Lives.
and quite new ones Are come in their stead; so that we have not lived in the same Bodies all our Lives.
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If therefore the same Body that we have liv'd in here, and used in doing well or ill, must rise again;
If Therefore the same Body that we have lived in Here, and used in doing well or ill, must rise again;
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then all the parts it has had or used at any time, must be gathered again;
then all the parts it has had or used At any time, must be gathered again;
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and then would every Man in the Resurrection be enlarged to a vast and excessive bigness.
and then would every Man in the Resurrection be enlarged to a vast and excessive bigness.
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To which Objection I may return these Particulars for an Answer.
To which Objection I may return these Particulars for an Answer.
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(1.) If it were so, That there were such a total Change of the Body within the compass of a few years, as this Objection supposes;
(1.) If it were so, That there were such a total Change of the Body within the compass of a few Years, as this Objection supposes;
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And if therefore all that did at any time belong to it as a fixed part,
And if Therefore all that did At any time belong to it as a fixed part,
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and was used in doing well or ill, should be join'd to it again;
and was used in doing well or ill, should be joined to it again;
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and so it should be encreas'd in the Resurrection to a much vaster bigness than at any time it has now;
and so it should be increased in the Resurrection to a much vaster bigness than At any time it has now;
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yet there is no Man can show what Absurdity there is in this, or why it should be accounted incredible. (2.) But again;
yet there is no Man can show what Absurdity there is in this, or why it should be accounted incredible. (2.) But again;
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Since God has determined and promised to raise the same Body which we lived and acted in here;
Since God has determined and promised to raise the same Body which we lived and acted in Here;
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we are not to doubt but his Power can preserve every humane Body so much the same through all its changes (since he knows and disposes of all the parts of the Universe) as that the greater part of it shall remain the same through our whole Life,
we Are not to doubt but his Power can preserve every humane Body so much the same through all its changes (since he knows and disposes of all the parts of the Universe) as that the greater part of it shall remain the same through our Whole Life,
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and we shall lie down in the same, that so we may receive the same again in the Resurrection, to be punish'd or rewarded.
and we shall lie down in the same, that so we may receive the same again in the Resurrection, to be punished or rewarded.
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(3.) But I may farther add, That this Objection is built upon a silly and a false Foundation.
(3.) But I may farther add, That this Objection is built upon a silly and a false Foundation.
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For 'tis evident in Nature, that the Body of a Man does not suffer such a Change as the Objection supposes.
For it's evident in Nature, that the Body of a Man does not suffer such a Change as the Objection supposes.
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There are indeed added to it still, as it is growing, some new, fixed and abiding parts, till it is encreas'd to its just stature;
There Are indeed added to it still, as it is growing, Some new, fixed and abiding parts, till it is increased to its just stature;
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but these for the main do always remain with him while he lives, and he does not change, as they say.
but these for the main do always remain with him while he lives, and he does not change, as they say.
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For if there were such a Change, the parts of our Bodies could never come to the weakness and decay of Old-age,
For if there were such a Change, the parts of our Bodies could never come to the weakness and decay of Old age,
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but we should be always in the vigour and bloom of Youth. If a Mans whole Body did change, as they suppose, every seventh year;
but we should be always in the vigour and bloom of Youth. If a men Whole Body did change, as they suppose, every seventh year;
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then we should have the same sort of Body at seventy years of Age that we have at twenty one.
then we should have the same sort of Body At seventy Years of Age that we have At twenty one.
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But do we not plainly see a great deal of difference? and that the Body at seventy appears hardned and confirmed by duration much beyond what it is at twenty one,
But doe we not plainly see a great deal of difference? and that the Body At seventy appears hardened and confirmed by duration much beyond what it is At twenty one,
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or that it is worn out and weakned with time and using? Has ever an old Man the tender Flesh of a Child? And I doubt not to say too, that they who live many years under the same ill habit of Body, making somewhat a hard shift to support themselves all the while, they find by very uneasie and costly experience, that there is not any such total Change of the Body as this Objection supposes.
or that it is worn out and weakened with time and using? Has ever an old Man the tender Flesh of a Child? And I doubt not to say too, that they who live many Years under the same ill habit of Body, making somewhat a hard shift to support themselves all the while, they find by very uneasy and costly experience, that there is not any such total Change of the Body as this Objection supposes.
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I might add, That though this is supposed, yet it can never be proved, and so it should not stagger our Belief of what we have so good proof for.
I might add, That though this is supposed, yet it can never be proved, and so it should not stagger our Belief of what we have so good proof for.
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But I proceed to another Particular. 3. This Resurrection shall be of All the Dead; They shall All arise and return to Life again.
But I proceed to Another Particular. 3. This Resurrection shall be of All the Dead; They shall All arise and return to Life again.
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Not only the Jews, as some modern Jews have imagined; nor only good Men, as some Hereticks of the Church would maintain;
Not only the jews, as Some modern jews have imagined; nor only good Men, as Some Heretics of the Church would maintain;
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but All sorts and conditions of Men shall rise again from the Dead.
but All sorts and conditions of Men shall rise again from the Dead.
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That the resurrection shall be both of the just and unjust the Holy Scripture evidently teaches.That the resurrection shall be both of the just and unjust the Holy Scripture evidently Teaches.
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St. Paul speaks it very assuredly in Acts 24.15. and he says there, that this was the common belief of the Church of the Jews in his time;
Saint Paul speaks it very assuredly in Acts 24.15. and he Says there, that this was the Common belief of the Church of the jews in his time;
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The Religion which they had derived from their Ancestors taught them this.
The Religion which they had derived from their Ancestors taught them this.
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We have it indeed expresly said in Dan. 12. v. 2. where the Prophet asserts plainly a Resurrection of both sorts, in saying, some shall rise to everlasting life,
We have it indeed expressly said in Dan. 12. v. 2. where the Prophet asserts plainly a Resurrection of both sorts, in saying, Some shall rise to everlasting life,
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and some to shame and everlasting contempt. and Some to shame and everlasting contempt.
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And this our Text also plainly asserts, in saying, All that are in the graves shall come forth, which means All the Dead,
And this our Text also plainly asserts, in saying, All that Are in the graves shall come forth, which means All the Dead,
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for elsewhere 'tis said that, The sea also shall give up his dead in the Resurrection, Rev. 20. and then it divides them into the two sorts of good and evil Men.
for elsewhere it's said that, The sea also shall give up his dead in the Resurrection, Rev. 20. and then it divides them into the two sorts of good and evil Men.
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And as both these sorts shall rise to be judged for what they have done in the Flesh,
And as both these sorts shall rise to be judged for what they have done in the Flesh,
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and to receive according to it, so the same is to be said of the young and the old.
and to receive according to it, so the same is to be said of the young and the old.
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Infants that but just came into the World, and then vanish'd again;
Infants that but just Come into the World, and then vanished again;
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Or such as did but just live, and then died in the Womb, shall rise again,
Or such as did but just live, and then died in the Womb, shall rise again,
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as well as those that have grown to maturity, and liv'd many years on Earth.
as well as those that have grown to maturity, and lived many Years on Earth.
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This, some think, the Apostle means when in his Vision of the Resurrection he says, He saw the dead, small and great, stand before God, Rev. 20.12.
This, Some think, the Apostle means when in his Vision of the Resurrection he Says, He saw the dead, small and great, stand before God, Rev. 20.12.
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But there is an Objection proposed in one of the Ancients ( Justin Mart. Qu. & Resp. ad Orthod.) against the Resurrection of Infants; This I shall here examine;
But there is an Objection proposed in one of the Ancients (Justin Mart. Qu. & Resp. ad Orthodoxy.) against the Resurrection of Infants; This I shall Here examine;
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Especially because any one that has a mind to cavil against this Point of our Faith may chance to fall upon the same. It is this;
Especially Because any one that has a mind to cavil against this Point of our Faith may chance to fallen upon the same. It is this;
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Obj. If the Resurrection (they may say) be for the sake of the things which every one hath done in the Flesh, that they may have their due Reward;Object If the Resurrection (they may say) be for the sake of the things which every one hath done in the Flesh, that they may have their due Reward;
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To what purpose shall Infants rise again, or those who, after they were quickned, died in the Womb;
To what purpose shall Infants rise again, or those who, After they were quickened, died in the Womb;
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who cannot receive the Reward of any good or evil Actions, for they have done none,
who cannot receive the Reward of any good or evil Actions, for they have done none,
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nor be sensible of reward or punishment through their Immaturity. Answ. To which he wisely returns;
nor be sensible of reward or punishment through their Immaturity. Answer To which he wisely returns;
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He that believes that to be true, It is sown in weakness, it is raised in power, it will be possible,
He that believes that to be true, It is sown in weakness, it is raised in power, it will be possible,
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and indeed it becomes him to believe the Resurrection of Infants.
and indeed it becomes him to believe the Resurrection of Infants.
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For he that gives them Incorruptibility, can give them also a Power to be sensible of the good things which they are raised to partake of. And he adds;
For he that gives them Incorruptibility, can give them also a Power to be sensible of the good things which they Are raised to partake of. And he adds;
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If they rise not again, it would appear that God had made them in vain; but it is certain He does nothing in vain;
If they rise not again, it would appear that God had made them in vain; but it is certain He does nothing in vain;
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and more he says to the same purpose.
and more he Says to the same purpose.
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To this we may add, that Infants may be, and are, reckoned among the good or evil Doers.
To this we may add, that Infants may be, and Are, reckoned among the good or evil Doers.
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All the Posterity of Adam partake in his Pollution and Guilt by Nature, and so are reckoned evil Doers;
All the Posterity of Adam partake in his Pollution and Gilded by Nature, and so Are reckoned evil Doers;
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therefore are all said to be Children of Wrath by Nature; all lie under the Curse of the first Sin, and are obnoxious to eternal Punishment.
Therefore Are all said to be Children of Wrath by Nature; all lie under the Curse of the First since, and Are obnoxious to Eternal Punishment.
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And all the Infants that are by the Grace of God elected to partake of Christ, by receiving of Baptism,
And all the Infants that Are by the Grace of God elected to partake of christ, by receiving of Baptism,
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or by being born of Christian Parents, by whom they are dedicated and designed for Baptism;
or by being born of Christian Parents, by whom they Are dedicated and designed for Baptism;
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though they should be accidentally deprived of it: These are certainly reckoned amongst the well Doers.
though they should be accidentally deprived of it: These Are Certainly reckoned among the well Doers.
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They shall, as well as other Christians, receive the Reward of Righteousness and Well-doing, through the Merits and Righteousness of Jesus Christ. The Infants of believing Parents being offered to God by the Prayers of their Parents and of the Church, are not to be excluded from Salvation;
They shall, as well as other Christians, receive the Reward of Righteousness and Welldoing, through the Merits and Righteousness of jesus christ. The Infants of believing Parents being offered to God by the Prayers of their Parents and of the Church, Are not to be excluded from Salvation;
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Therefore they may be expected to rise again, and to partake of a perfect and complete Salvation;
Therefore they may be expected to rise again, and to partake of a perfect and complete Salvation;
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which without the Resurrection of their Bodies they could not have.
which without the Resurrection of their Bodies they could not have.
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All the Effect and Punishment of Sin shall be done away from them, as well as the Guilt and Pollution of it, and because these are so;
All the Effect and Punishment of since shall be done away from them, as well as the Gilded and Pollution of it, and Because these Are so;
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and therefore they shall intirely recover from that Death and Dissolution which is the fruit and consequent of sin.
and Therefore they shall entirely recover from that Death and Dissolution which is the fruit and consequent of since.
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And thus, I suppose, this third Particular is now sufficiently confirmed.
And thus, I suppose, this third Particular is now sufficiently confirmed.
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I shall proceed no farther at present, but put an End to this part of the Discourse.
I shall proceed no farther At present, but put an End to this part of the Discourse.
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THE PRAYER. MOST Great and Incomprehensible God! Thy Greatness is unsearchable, and thy Ways past finding out.
THE PRAYER. MOST Great and Incomprehensible God! Thy Greatness is unsearchable, and thy Ways passed finding out.
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Thou art infinitely exalted above all thy Creatures, and no Understanding, but thine own infinite one, can reach thy immense Perfections.
Thou art infinitely exalted above all thy Creatures, and no Understanding, but thine own infinite one, can reach thy immense Perfections.
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So much, Great God, are we poor Creatures below Thee, that we find it hard for us to believe that possible to be done, which Thou canst easily doe.
So much, Great God, Are we poor Creatures below Thee, that we find it hard for us to believe that possible to be done, which Thou Canst Easily do.
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Thy Thoughts, O Lord, are not as our thoughts, nor thy Ways as our ways:
Thy Thoughts, Oh Lord, Are not as our thoughts, nor thy Ways as our ways:
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But as the Heavens are high above the Earth, so are thy Thoughts above our thoughts,
But as the Heavens Are high above the Earth, so Are thy Thoughts above our thoughts,
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and thy Ways above our ways. We fall down before Thee, O Great and Glorious Being;
and thy Ways above our ways. We fallen down before Thee, Oh Great and Glorious Being;
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we adore, we reverence, we admire, we praise Thee. We will not take upon us to fix any limits to thy Wisdom and Knowledge,
we adore, we Reverence, we admire, we praise Thee. We will not take upon us to fix any Limits to thy Wisdom and Knowledge,
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or to thy Power, or to any of thy Glorious Attributes. We will believe Thou canst doe whatever pleaseth Thee in Heaven and in Earth;
or to thy Power, or to any of thy Glorious Attributes. We will believe Thou Canst do whatever Pleases Thee in Heaven and in Earth;
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and that Thou wilt doe whatever Thou hast promised.
and that Thou wilt do whatever Thou hast promised.
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Thou art worthy to be feared, and had in Reverence by all that draw nigh unto Thee;
Thou art worthy to be feared, and had in reverence by all that draw High unto Thee;
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worthy that we continually stand in awe of Thee; that we make it our constant business to please, and approve our selves to Thee.
worthy that we continually stand in awe of Thee; that we make it our constant business to please, and approve our selves to Thee.
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Thou art worthy that we love Thee above all things, and resign our selves to Thy disposal,
Thou art worthy that we love Thee above all things, and resign our selves to Thy disposal,
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and put our whole trust in Thee in the Course of well-doing. Thou art mighty to bless, and mighty to punish;
and put our Whole trust in Thee in the Course of welldoing. Thou art mighty to bless, and mighty to Punish;
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canst make us happy in an Immortal Life, and canst destroy both Soul and Body in Hell for ever.
Canst make us happy in an Immortal Life, and Canst destroy both Soul and Body in Hell for ever.
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Oh how desireable is thy Favour! Thy Loving-kindness is better than this Life. And how terrible is thy Displeasure!
O how desirable is thy Favour! Thy Lovingkindness is better than this Life. And how terrible is thy Displeasure!
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How fearfull a thing is it to fall into the hands of the living God! We humble and abase our selves before Thee,
How fearful a thing is it to fallen into the hands of the living God! We humble and abase our selves before Thee,
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as we ought to doe, who have lived too careless both of thy Love and of thy Wrath. We acknowledge and bewail our manifold Sins and Wickedness;
as we ought to do, who have lived too careless both of thy Love and of thy Wrath. We acknowledge and bewail our manifold Sins and Wickedness;
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we abhorr our unreasonable Provocations of Thee. O Lord, have mercy upon us;
we abhor our unreasonable Provocations of Thee. O Lord, have mercy upon us;
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deal not with us as our Iniquities do deserve, but according to the multitude of thy tender Compassions,
deal not with us as our Iniquities do deserve, but according to the multitude of thy tender Compassions,
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for the sake of Jesus Christ, blot out all our Transgressions.
for the sake of jesus christ, blot out all our Transgressions.
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And, we beseech Thee, give us the Grace for ever hereafter to serve and please Thee in newness of Life.
And, we beseech Thee, give us the Grace for ever hereafter to serve and please Thee in newness of Life.
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Lord quicken us, who by Nature are dead in Trespasses and Sins, to a spiritual and divine Life.
Lord quicken us, who by Nature Are dead in Trespasses and Sins, to a spiritual and divine Life.
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Inable us to discern the Reality and Excellency of invisible and spiritual Things; to value and esteem them highly; to desire and pursue them.
Inable us to discern the Reality and Excellency of invisible and spiritual Things; to valve and esteem them highly; to desire and pursue them.
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And make us to despise, in comparison to them, all the alluring Trifles of this vain World.
And make us to despise, in comparison to them, all the alluring Trifles of this vain World.
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Help us firmly to believe, that Thou art, and art a Rewarder of them that diligently seek Thee.
Help us firmly to believe, that Thou art, and art a Rewarder of them that diligently seek Thee.
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That thou wilt not leave their Souls in Hell, nor suffer their Bodies to lie for ever under the Ignominy of Corruption;
That thou wilt not leave their Souls in Hell, nor suffer their Bodies to lie for ever under the Ignominy of Corruption;
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but wilt raise them up to partake of everlasting Rewards. Let us be therefore diligent in well-doing, fruitfull in all good works;
but wilt raise them up to partake of everlasting Rewards. Let us be Therefore diligent in welldoing, fruitful in all good works;
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that so we may hereafter obtain a blessed Resurrection to eternal Life.
that so we may hereafter obtain a blessed Resurrection to Eternal Life.
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Lord teach us the Wisdom to mortifie our Bodies now, for the sake of Piety and Vertue;
Lord teach us the Wisdom to mortify our Bodies now, for the sake of Piety and Virtue;
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that we may have them hereafter improved to their highest perfection.
that we may have them hereafter improved to their highest perfection.
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Teach us to deny our selyes now for thy sake, that we may hereafter gain the full Satisfactions which Thou hast prepared for them that love Thee.
Teach us to deny our selyes now for thy sake, that we may hereafter gain the full Satisfactions which Thou hast prepared for them that love Thee.
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Dispose us to a readiness to lay down this short and temporal Life for Thy sake, that we may find and obtain an immortal one.
Dispose us to a readiness to lay down this short and temporal Life for Thy sake, that we may find and obtain an immortal one.
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We humbly implore thy Mercy for all Mankind. Lord give to all Nations, Unity, Peace and Concord.
We humbly implore thy Mercy for all Mankind. Lord give to all nations, Unity, Peace and Concord.
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Especially, Let there be no more Hurting or Destroying in all thy holy Mountain.
Especially, Let there be no more Hurting or Destroying in all thy holy Mountain.
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Let the Light of thy glorious Gospel have a free Course, and be mightily glorified by its Efficacy and Influence upon the Hearts and Lives of Men;
Let the Light of thy glorious Gospel have a free Course, and be mightily glorified by its Efficacy and Influence upon the Hearts and Lives of Men;
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and bring all Jews, Turks, Heathens and Infidels, to the Knowledge of thy Truth;
and bring all jews, Turks, heathens and Infidels, to the Knowledge of thy Truth;
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and all that know thy Truth, to answer and adorn their knowledge by a good Practice.
and all that know thy Truth, to answer and adorn their knowledge by a good Practice.
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Bless the Nations to which we belong. Deliver us from Errour and false Doctrine. Promote Love and Charity, and settle Peace, and maintain Truth among us.
Bless the nations to which we belong. Deliver us from Error and false Doctrine. Promote Love and Charity, and settle Peace, and maintain Truth among us.
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Lord, bless those that Thou hast set over us in Church or State, and give them thy Assistance, to promote thy Honour and true Religion among us;
Lord, bless those that Thou hast Set over us in Church or State, and give them thy Assistance, to promote thy Honour and true Religion among us;
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Give a mighty success to this purpose to their good Examples, and to their diligent Endeavours:
Give a mighty success to this purpose to their good Examples, and to their diligent Endeavours:
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And make us yet a People whom Thou mayst dwell amongst, and own for Thine, by the favourable Dispensations of thy Providence.
And make us yet a People whom Thou Mayest dwell among, and own for Thine, by the favourable Dispensations of thy Providence.
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Let thy Voice which we have heard this day in the preaching of the Gospel, be effectual among us, to raise every one that is yet dead in Trespasses and Sins to a new and holy Life.
Let thy Voice which we have herd this day in the preaching of the Gospel, be effectual among us, to raise every one that is yet dead in Trespasses and Sins to a new and holy Life.
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Grant us thy gracious Protection this night, and comfortable, refreshing rest: and let our lying down in our Beds, put us in mind of our Death;
Grant us thy gracious Protection this night, and comfortable, refreshing rest: and let our lying down in our Beds, put us in mind of our Death;
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and our Hopes to rise the next morning, make us also to consider our Resurrection;
and our Hope's to rise the next morning, make us also to Consider our Resurrection;
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that we may take care so to live now, as that we may die with Comfort,
that we may take care so to live now, as that we may die with Comfort,
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and rise again in Joy and Glory. Hear our poor Addresses, pardon the Defects of them;
and rise again in Joy and Glory. Hear our poor Addresses, pardon the Defects of them;
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and accept us in Jesus Christ, in whose Name and Words we farther pray, saying; Our Father, &c.
and accept us in jesus christ, in whose Name and Words we farther pray, saying; Our Father, etc.
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THE Resurrection of our Bodies Represented, prov'd and applied. The Second Part. Let us Pray.
THE Resurrection of our Bodies Represented, proved and applied. The Second Part. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. John 5.28, 29. Marvel not at this:and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. John 5.28, 29. Marvel not At this:
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for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth;
for the hour is coming, in the which all that Are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth;
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they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life, and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.
they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life, and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.
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IT is indeed a very miserable and shamefull Weakness which our natural Bodies are now fallen under,
IT is indeed a very miserable and shameful Weakness which our natural Bodies Are now fallen under,
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for the Punishment of the first Sin. And it is a melancholy thing to think how many Pains, Diseases and Vexations, we are liable to in this Life, by reason of their present Frailty and Mortality.
for the Punishment of the First Sin. And it is a melancholy thing to think how many Pains, Diseases and Vexations, we Are liable to in this Life, by reason of their present Frailty and Mortality.
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And yet the Thoughts of Death are much sadder and more afflicting than these, to think that this sensible and warm Flesh shall become a cold stiff Clod;
And yet the Thoughts of Death Are much sadder and more afflicting than these, to think that this sensible and warm Flesh shall become a cold stiff Clod;
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these comely proportions must be disordered into shapeless Dust;
these comely proportions must be disordered into shapeless Dust;
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this Beauty or Strength must alter to that degree, as to leave no trace or sign of either.
this Beauty or Strength must altar to that degree, as to leave no trace or Signen of either.
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Whatever we are most fond of, and do admire our selves for; whatever Desires we most please our selves to indulge and gratifie;
Whatever we Are most found of, and do admire our selves for; whatever Desires we most please our selves to indulge and gratify;
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all these shall be dissolved and utterly destroyed. When we have fed this Body with great Labour and Care:
all these shall be dissolved and utterly destroyed. When we have fed this Body with great Labour and Care:
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when we have with great Cost gratified its wanton and superfluous Appetites: when we have set it off with the richest Ornaments that the Earth can yield:
when we have with great Cost gratified its wanton and superfluous Appetites: when we have Set it off with the Richest Ornament that the Earth can yield:
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After all it shall become a Mass of rottenness and putrefaction, and be odious and distastfull to those who have most admired it.
After all it shall become a Mass of rottenness and putrefaction, and be odious and distasteful to those who have most admired it.
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Within a very little while shall all this misery and disparagement come upon it.
Within a very little while shall all this misery and disparagement come upon it.
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This is the sad Fate and Doom to which all mankind are now sentenced, and no greatness of Wealth or Quality, no high Offices or Honours, no nor even Piety and Vertue can exempt any of us from it.
This is the sad Fate and Doom to which all mankind Are now sentenced, and no greatness of Wealth or Quality, no high Offices or Honours, no nor even Piety and Virtue can exempt any of us from it.
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But to be Pious and Vertuous is a Ground and Foundation for such Hopes as may sufficiently comfort us against all these sad thoughts and expectations.
But to be Pious and Virtuous is a Ground and Foundation for such Hope's as may sufficiently Comfort us against all these sad thoughts and Expectations.
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Our Religion gives us Assurances from whence those that are religious may derive effectual Consolation against them.
Our Religion gives us Assurances from whence those that Are religious may derive effectual Consolation against them.
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For it tells us, our Bodies shall recover again from Death, and shall shake off all this Frailty and Mortality;
For it tells us, our Bodies shall recover again from Death, and shall shake off all this Frailty and Mortality;
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that we shall live yet an immortal Life.
that we shall live yet an immortal Life.
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And it assures us that our immortal Life shall be a happy one, if we govern this by the Rules and Laws of Religion.
And it assures us that our immortal Life shall be a happy one, if we govern this by the Rules and Laws of Religion.
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This is the import of many places in Holy Scripture; and especially of that which I have now read for our present Text: In which our Saviour says,
This is the import of many places in Holy Scripture; and especially of that which I have now read for our present Text: In which our Saviour Says,
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The hour is coming in the which, all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, and shall come forth; The hour is coming in the which, all that Are in the graves shall hear his voice, and shall come forth;
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those that have done good, to the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, to the resurrection of damnation. those that have done good, to the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, to the resurrection of damnation.
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From this Scripture I have begun to discourse concerning our Resurrection from the Dead:
From this Scripture I have begun to discourse Concerning our Resurrection from the Dead:
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And to make this great Article of our Faith as usefull to us as I can, I have designed to employ the Discourse upon it in the Representation,
And to make this great Article of our Faith as useful to us as I can, I have designed to employ the Discourse upon it in the Representation,
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and Proof, and Application of this Truth.
and Proof, and Application of this Truth.
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That we may rightly understand, and firmly believe, and affectionately and seriously apply to our selves the Doctrine of our Resurrection from Death.
That we may rightly understand, and firmly believe, and affectionately and seriously apply to our selves the Doctrine of our Resurrection from Death.
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I have already mentioned and proved three Particulars concerning it, which are these.
I have already mentioned and proved three Particulars Concerning it, which Are these.
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1. We must know and understand that it is a Resurrection of our Bodies only which the Holy Scripture every where means when it speaks of the last and general Resurrection of the Dead.
1. We must know and understand that it is a Resurrection of our Bodies only which the Holy Scripture every where means when it speaks of the last and general Resurrection of the Dead.
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2. That the same Body shall rise again which we live and act in here, and in which we doe good or evil.
2. That the same Body shall rise again which we live and act in Here, and in which we do good or evil.
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3. It has been said, That all the Dead shall arise and return to Life again.
3. It has been said, That all the Dead shall arise and return to Life again.
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I shall now proceed to state and prove the Particulars that remain.
I shall now proceed to state and prove the Particulars that remain.
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Only I think fit to say, before I mention them, that you may observe, I shall be now declaring with what sort of Bodies the Dead shall arise.
Only I think fit to say, before I mention them, that you may observe, I shall be now declaring with what sort of Bodies the Dead shall arise.
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I shall not indeed, in giving an account of this matter, concern my self to satisfie every nice Enquiry about it;
I shall not indeed, in giving an account of this matter, concern my self to satisfy every Nicaenae Enquiry about it;
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but shall endeavour to keep close to the Holy Scripture, which is a Fountain of all necessary Knowledge,
but shall endeavour to keep close to the Holy Scripture, which is a Fountain of all necessary Knowledge,
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and content my self to know and say no more of it than that does plainly and evidently teach me.
and content my self to know and say no more of it than that does plainly and evidently teach me.
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4. It must be added then, in the next place, That the Bodies of all Men shall rise perfect and complete in all their parts.
4. It must be added then, in the next place, That the Bodies of all Men shall rise perfect and complete in all their parts.
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What was said of the Miracles which our Saviour wrought may be applied to this Resurrection:
What was said of the Miracles which our Saviour wrought may be applied to this Resurrection:
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In it, the Blind shall see, the Lame shall walk, the Deaf shall hear, the Maimed shall be made whole.
In it, the Blind shall see, the Lame shall walk, the Deaf shall hear, the Maimed shall be made Whole.
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Thus the good Man, who has yielded his Members instruments of Righteousness unto Holiness, who has used them in the service of God,
Thus the good Man, who has yielded his Members Instruments of Righteousness unto Holiness, who has used them in the service of God,
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and according to the direction and rules of his Law; he shall receive them again to partake in the Reward of well doing.
and according to the direction and rules of his Law; he shall receive them again to partake in the Reward of well doing.
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And the Sinner that has yielded his Members instruments of Iniquity unto Iniquity, shall also receive them again to be punished and tormented,
And the Sinner that has yielded his Members Instruments of Iniquity unto Iniquity, shall also receive them again to be punished and tormented,
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and to partake in the desert of his sins, as they have concurred in the commission of them.
and to partake in the desert of his Sins, as they have concurred in the commission of them.
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As in good Men all deformity and defect of Limbs shall be cured, as appendages of mortality,
As in good Men all deformity and defect of Limbs shall be cured, as appendages of mortality,
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and so the effects of sin, because all sin and guilt shall be done away from them.
and so the effects of since, Because all since and guilt shall be done away from them.
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So in wicked Men, all their Members will be restored, that they may be miserable in all.
So in wicked Men, all their Members will be restored, that they may be miserable in all.
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This completeness of the Body shall render the happy so much the happier, and the miserable so much the more miserable.
This completeness of the Body shall render the happy so much the Happier, and the miserable so much the more miserable.
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The end of the Resurrection then, which is, That all may receive according to what they have done in the Flesh, does prove and assure this Particular.
The end of the Resurrection then, which is, That all may receive according to what they have done in the Flesh, does prove and assure this Particular.
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For the one sort cannot receive full and perfect happiness but in the Restoration of their whole Bodies,
For the one sort cannot receive full and perfect happiness but in the Restoration of their Whole Bodies,
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nor can the other be completely miserable without this. But I shall farther confirm this matter, by answering another Objection against our Resurrection:
nor can the other be completely miserable without this. But I shall farther confirm this matter, by answering Another Objection against our Resurrection:
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Which I did not think fit to consider before, because it is levelled against this as well as against some of the former Particulars. It is this:
Which I did not think fit to Consider before, Because it is leveled against this as well as against Some of the former Particulars. It is this:
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Object. Some will say, There are People in the World that feed upon humane flesh: Some eat the Bodies of their ancient Parents, some those of their Enemies: And besides;Object. some will say, There Are People in the World that feed upon humane Flesh: some eat the Bodies of their ancient Parents, Some those of their Enemies: And beside;
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If a humane Body be eaten by Fishes, and they are eaten by living Men;
If a humane Body be eaten by Fish, and they Are eaten by living Men;
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or, if a dead Body, being buried and turned to Dust, any parts of it do grow into a Plant,
or, if a dead Body, being buried and turned to Dust, any parts of it do grow into a Plant,
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as we may suppose it does, and that Plant is eaten by any Beast, which afterwards some other living Men feed upon:
as we may suppose it does, and that Plant is eaten by any Beast, which afterwards Some other living Men feed upon:
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In any of these cases (say they) the dissolved Bodies of the dead may become the parts of the living Bodies of some other Men.
In any of these cases (say they) the dissolved Bodies of the dead may become the parts of the living Bodies of Some other Men.
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And then, How is it possible that the same Body should arise which we lived in here;
And then, How is it possible that the same Body should arise which we lived in Here;
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and that all Men should arise with the same Body which they had;
and that all Men should arise with the same Body which they had;
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and that they should all be complete in all their parts, when thus there are several parts of humane Bodies that have belonged to several Men:
and that they should all be complete in all their parts, when thus there Are several parts of humane Bodies that have belonged to several Men:
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If these parts are united to one Man, another must needs want them.
If these parts Are united to one Man, Another must needs want them.
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But that there is no good reason in this Objection, to deny, or so much as doubt of our Resurrection, will very evidently appear by these following Considerations.
But that there is no good reason in this Objection, to deny, or so much as doubt of our Resurrection, will very evidently appear by these following Considerations.
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(1.) It is certain that all things which possibly may be taken in as food by one of us or by any other Creature,
(1.) It is certain that all things which possibly may be taken in as food by one of us or by any other Creature,
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yet were not design'd by the Creatour for food or nourishment to us or to that sort of Creature.
yet were not designed by the Creator for food or nourishment to us or to that sort of Creature.
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To be sure it was never intended that humane flesh should be food and nourishment either to Mankind or to any other sort of Creature.
To be sure it was never intended that humane Flesh should be food and nourishment either to Mankind or to any other sort of Creature.
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And there is no living Creature but may sometimes happen to take in that as food or with it, which instead of nourishing, does disease and trouble it,
And there is no living Creature but may sometime happen to take in that as food or with it, which instead of nourishing, does disease and trouble it,
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or perhaps is mortal and deadly to it.
or perhaps is Mortal and deadly to it.
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(2.) Again, 'tis certain also, That all which we take in for food does not nourish nor turn into a fixed and abiding part of our Body:
(2.) Again, it's certain also, That all which we take in for food does not nourish nor turn into a fixed and abiding part of our Body:
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For if it did so, to how vast and monstrous a Bulk would every one of us grow in the compass of twenty or forty years. And yet farther,
For if it did so, to how vast and monstrous a Bulk would every one of us grow in the compass of twenty or forty Years. And yet farther,
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(3.) It has been demonstrated in the former Discourse from the vast and all-comprehending Knowledge of God, That he certainly knows every part of us,
(3.) It has been demonstrated in the former Discourse from the vast and All-comprehending Knowledge of God, That he Certainly knows every part of us,
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and every part of matter in the whole Universe; All that is added to any of us, or to any thing else.
and every part of matter in the Whole Universe; All that is added to any of us, or to any thing Else.
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He knows then, where all the parts of our dissolved Bodies are disposed:
He knows then, where all the parts of our dissolved Bodies Are disposed:
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He indeed has the Disposal of them, they are always in his Eye and in his Hand (as we may speak.) And since he has positively declared in his Word, That he will raise the dead,
He indeed has the Disposal of them, they Are always in his Eye and in his Hand (as we may speak.) And since he has positively declared in his Word, That he will raise the dead,
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and all the dead, and all of them whole;
and all the dead, and all of them Whole;
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we may be sure, that either this uniting of some parts of one Body to another shall not hinder this Resurrection;
we may be sure, that either this uniting of Some parts of one Body to Another shall not hinder this Resurrection;
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or else he will, as he easily can, hinder that.
or Else he will, as he Easily can, hinder that.
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He will cause those parts of one Body which are taken in as food, or among the food of another, to pass through this other without ever joining or fixing to it,
He will cause those parts of one Body which Are taken in as food, or among the food of Another, to pass through this other without ever joining or fixing to it,
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so that they shall never become the parts of this latter Body.
so that they shall never become the parts of this latter Body.
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Here can be no difficulty in this to an infinite Understanding, and to the Power that orders all things;
Here can be no difficulty in this to an infinite Understanding, and to the Power that order all things;
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nor is it at all difficult or unreasonable to believe that this may be done,
nor is it At all difficult or unreasonable to believe that this may be done,
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if we believe that he has such an Understanding and Power that is, if we believe there is a God.
if we believe that he has such an Understanding and Power that is, if we believe there is a God.
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And thus, I think, this Objection is sufficiently answered, and the fourth Particular well confirmed.
And thus, I think, this Objection is sufficiently answered, and the fourth Particular well confirmed.
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5. To represent yet farther the Doctrine of our Resurrection, it must be added, that our Bodies,
5. To represent yet farther the Doctrine of our Resurrection, it must be added, that our Bodies,
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when they rise again, will become spiritual and immortal Bodies. This the Holy Scripture teaches us in several places. In 1 Cor. 15.44. the Apostle says of the Body, when it falls, It is sown a natural body;
when they rise again, will become spiritual and immortal Bodies. This the Holy Scripture Teaches us in several places. In 1 Cor. 15.44. the Apostle Says of the Body, when it falls, It is sown a natural body;
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and when it rises again, It is raised a spiritual body.
and when it rises again, It is raised a spiritual body.
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Therefore our Saviour says, That in the Resurrection we shall be like the Angels in heaven, Matth. 22.30.
Therefore our Saviour Says, That in the Resurrection we shall be like the Angels in heaven, Matthew 22.30.
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We shall have the same Bodies for substance that we have now, but so changed in their Qualities,
We shall have the same Bodies for substance that we have now, but so changed in their Qualities,
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as to be somewhat like those lasting and active Spirits.
as to be somewhat like those lasting and active Spirits.
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Our Bodies shall be raised spiritual Bodies, not Spirits, somewhat like such Creatures as the Angels,
Our Bodies shall be raised spiritual Bodies, not Spirits, somewhat like such Creatures as the Angels,
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but not turn'd into the same sort.
but not turned into the same sort.
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So we may be said to have the same Bodies then as before, but they will be adorned with some spiritual Properties and Abilities.
So we may be said to have the same Bodies then as before, but they will be adorned with Some spiritual Properties and Abilities.
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It is without doubt that Enoch and Elijah, who were translated from this World to Heaven without Death, have the same Bodies which they dwelt in on Earth,
It is without doubt that Enoch and Elijah, who were translated from this World to Heaven without Death, have the same Bodies which they dwelled in on Earth,
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for their Souls were never separated from their Bodies;
for their Souls were never separated from their Bodies;
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but then they must needs be mightily changed, to be able to subsist in such a state.
but then they must needs be mightily changed, to be able to subsist in such a state.
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Flesh and Blood in its present weakness and corruptibility cannot inherit the Kingdom of Heaven; but this Flesh changed into a spiritaul Body can do it.
Flesh and Blood in its present weakness and corruptibility cannot inherit the Kingdom of Heaven; but this Flesh changed into a spiritaul Body can do it.
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Therefore also the Apostle speaks of a Chan ge which they shall pass under who shall be alive at the End of the World. 1 Cor. 15.51.
Therefore also the Apostle speaks of a Chan ge which they shall pass under who shall be alive At the End of the World. 1 Cor. 15.51.
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and the Change he tells us will be this in vers. 53. That this corruptible must put on incorruption,
and the Change he tells us will be this in vers. 53. That this corruptible must put on incorruption,
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and this mortal must put on immortality. and this Mortal must put on immortality.
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Our Saviour, when he rose again from the dead, showed that he had a Body of flesh and bones, Luke 24.39.
Our Saviour, when he rose again from the dead, showed that he had a Body of Flesh and bones, Lycia 24.39.
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And so he convinced the Disciples that it was not a Spirit which appeared to them,
And so he convinced the Disciples that it was not a Spirit which appeared to them,
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but that He was truly risen from the Dead.
but that He was truly risen from the Dead.
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They saw too and felt, that he had put on again the same Body in which he liv'd before,
They saw too and felt, that he had put on again the same Body in which he lived before,
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for it had the marks of those Wounds which the cruel Nails and Spear had made in his Blessed Hands and Feet and Side when he hung upon his Cross.
for it had the marks of those Wounds which the cruel Nails and Spear had made in his Blessed Hands and Feet and Side when he hung upon his Cross.
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Yet was our Saviour's Body then become spiritual, inabled to live without any dependance upon meat or drink.
Yet was our Saviour's Body then become spiritual, enabled to live without any dependence upon meat or drink.
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It was doubtless so spiritual and immortal as our Bodies are intended in the Resurrection to be:
It was doubtless so spiritual and immortal as our Bodies Are intended in the Resurrection to be:
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We may justly think that He who is the first fruits of the Resurrection from the dead, is also the Pattern of it.
We may justly think that He who is the First fruits of the Resurrection from the dead, is also the Pattern of it.
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This Change of the Body will be common to both sorts of the dead; and both good and bad Men shall have spiritual Bodies:
This Change of the Body will be Common to both sorts of the dead; and both good and bad Men shall have spiritual Bodies:
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the good to their great and unspeakable advantage, and the bad to their great punishment and misery.
the good to their great and unspeakable advantage, and the bad to their great punishment and misery.
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Such Bodies shall be able to act without weariness; the Objects they converse with shall be continually sensible to them without any intermission;
Such Bodies shall be able to act without weariness; the Objects they converse with shall be continually sensible to them without any intermission;
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For there will be no decay of spirits there; nor any need of rest or relaxation.
For there will be no decay of spirits there; nor any need of rest or relaxation.
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And thus the Bodies of good Men will be capable of a continual uninterrupted fruition of the Objects that make them happy,
And thus the Bodies of good Men will be capable of a continual uninterrupted fruition of the Objects that make them happy,
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and of a continual performance of those Exercises wherein they shall then delight.
and of a continual performance of those Exercises wherein they shall then delight.
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They are fit to have a day without night, pleasure without satiety, exercise without labour or weariness.
They Are fit to have a day without night, pleasure without satiety, exercise without labour or weariness.
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And on the other side, the Bodies of evil Men shall be capable of feeling and being exercised with never-ceasing torments.
And on the other side, the Bodies of evil Men shall be capable of feeling and being exercised with never-ceasing torments.
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The Holy Scripture does chiefly describe the state of the Bodies of good Men in the Resurrection;
The Holy Scripture does chiefly describe the state of the Bodies of good Men in the Resurrection;
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but from thence we may also gather and conclude what will be that of wicked Men.
but from thence we may also gather and conclude what will be that of wicked Men.
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And we must needs think that both must have spiritual Bodies for the ends of their rising again,
And we must needs think that both must have spiritual Bodies for the ends of their rising again,
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and for the state they are intended for. They must be capable of everlasting happiness or misery, which none but such can be;
and for the state they Are intended for. They must be capable of everlasting happiness or misery, which none but such can be;
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and they must both be able to subsist without any use of the things of this World to nourish or sustain them.
and they must both be able to subsist without any use of the things of this World to nourish or sustain them.
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And this we must imagine will be the happiness and advantage of the one sort, and the misery of the other.
And this we must imagine will be the happiness and advantage of the one sort, and the misery of the other.
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Good Men shall not be troubled with the mean desires and necessities of the present natural Body, they shall feel hunger and thirst no more;
Good Men shall not be troubled with the mean Desires and necessities of the present natural Body, they shall feel hunger and thirst no more;
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but shall be entertained with more refin'd, and more pleasing Pleasures than now; they shall exchange brutish pleasures for angelical ones.
but shall be entertained with more refined, and more pleasing Pleasures than now; they shall exchange brutish pleasures for angelical ones.
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But wicked Men will be in that sad condition, as to enjoy neither.
But wicked Men will be in that sad condition, as to enjoy neither.
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They shall have no more correspondence with this World, no more enjoyment of their former sensual delights,
They shall have no more correspondence with this World, no more enjoyment of their former sensual delights,
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nor have any other in their stead.
nor have any other in their stead.
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Those vicious and sensual desires which they were habituated and enslaved to, remain still in their sordid infected Souls,
Those vicious and sensual Desires which they were habituated and enslaved to, remain still in their sordid infected Souls,
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but without objects to gratifie those desires, or power, if they had objects, to enjoy them.
but without objects to gratify those Desires, or power, if they had objects, to enjoy them.
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And so their melancholy uncomfortable case is somewhat like that of some Sinners in this Life, whose extravagant Vices have not worn out, but rather encreas'd their desire;
And so their melancholy uncomfortable case is somewhat like that of Some Sinners in this Life, whose extravagant Vices have not worn out, but rather increased their desire;
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but they have disabled them from gratifying it: They love their sins still, and would fain be following them, but cannot doe it,
but they have disabled them from gratifying it: They love their Sins still, and would fain be following them, but cannot do it,
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and so are afflicted now both with their desire and their impotence. Farther;
and so Are afflicted now both with their desire and their impotence. Farther;
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This spiritual Condition of the raised Body will render the Just capable of higher and sweeter Pleasures than now;
This spiritual Condition of the raised Body will render the Just capable of higher and Sweeten Pleasures than now;
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and they shall enjoy such as would be too ravishing for the present weak and mortal Body to bear.
and they shall enjoy such as would be too ravishing for the present weak and Mortal Body to bear.
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The spiritual Bodies are more active than these natural ones, and so are more perceptible, and capable both of Pleasure and of Pain.
The spiritual Bodies Are more active than these natural ones, and so Are more perceptible, and capable both of Pleasure and of Pain.
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And so wicked Men shall then feel much more exquisite Torments than now we are capable to bear.
And so wicked Men shall then feel much more exquisite Torments than now we Are capable to bear.
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And as the Just shall never be aweary of their tastfull Pleasures, never be satiated with their unspeakable Joys,
And as the Just shall never be weary of their tasteful Pleasures, never be satiated with their unspeakable Joys,
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so wicked Men shall never fail under their exquisite and continual Torments. For as both have spiritual Bodies, they have immortal ones too.
so wicked Men shall never fail under their exquisite and continual Torments. For as both have spiritual Bodies, they have immortal ones too.
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The raised Bodies of all Men shall put on this property of Spirits: they shall not be subject to change, they shall never fail, decay or die.
The raised Bodies of all Men shall put on this property of Spirits: they shall not be Subject to change, they shall never fail, decay or die.
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This is that the Apostle tells us in the place mentioned before, when he says, This corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal, immortality.
This is that the Apostle tells us in the place mentioned before, when he Says, This corruptible must put on incorruption, and this Mortal, immortality.
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Oh happy state of good Men!
O happy state of good Men!
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Their immortal Bodies shall need no more the dull relief of Sleep, they shall feel no more the misery of Pain, they shall never return again to the great disparagement of Death and Dissolution.
Their immortal Bodies shall need no more the dull relief of Sleep, they shall feel no more the misery of Pain, they shall never return again to the great disparagement of Death and Dissolution.
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Thrice happy they who can see no end of their Happiness! who have no fear, no expectation of Death, to allay their Joy!
Thrice happy they who can see no end of their Happiness! who have no Fear, no expectation of Death, to allay their Joy!
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who know their transporting Bliss shall never come to an end! And, Oh dismall, Oh unspeakable misery of wicked Men!
who know their transporting Bliss shall never come to an end! And, O dismal, O unspeakable misery of wicked Men!
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They, in their sad case, shall wish for another Death, but it shall fly from them;
They, in their sad case, shall wish for Another Death, but it shall fly from them;
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they are condemned to Immortality, doom'd to endure perpetual Sorrows;
they Are condemned to Immortality, doomed to endure perpetual Sorrows;
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which will be so much the more sensible and grievous, as they are certainly to be Eternal:
which will be so much the more sensible and grievous, as they Are Certainly to be Eternal:
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They shall not have so much relief or allay to them, as to hope or expect that they will ever come to an end.
They shall not have so much relief or allay to them, as to hope or expect that they will ever come to an end.
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6. The last Particular to be mentioned is, That the Bodies of good Men shall be raised in great Splendour and Glory.
6. The last Particular to be mentioned is, That the Bodies of good Men shall be raised in great Splendour and Glory.
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The Holy Scripture speaks great things to this Particular.
The Holy Scripture speaks great things to this Particular.
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In general, It tells us of such Mens Bodies, that altho' they are sown in dishonour,
In general, It tells us of such Men's Bodies, that although they Are sown in dishonour,
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yet they are raised in Glory, 1 Cor. 15.43. A vile, dark and contemptible thing the Body of a good Man is, when it falls into the Dust;
yet they Are raised in Glory, 1 Cor. 15.43. A vile, dark and contemptible thing the Body of a good Man is, when it falls into the Dust;
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but it shall come from thence bright and glorious and honourable.
but it shall come from thence bright and glorious and honourable.
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It must indeed now be a Companion to glorious Angels, it must dwell in the splendour and light of Heaven,
It must indeed now be a Companion to glorious Angels, it must dwell in the splendour and Light of Heaven,
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and therefore must be in some measure suited to it. And we are farther told in Phil. 3.21. that Christ shall change the vile bodies of good men, that they may be fashioned like unto Christ's glorious Body, according to the working whereby he is able to subdue all things to himself, that is, by virtue of his Almighty Power.
and Therefore must be in Some measure suited to it. And we Are farther told in Philip 3.21. that christ shall change the vile bodies of good men, that they may be fashioned like unto Christ's glorious Body, according to the working whereby he is able to subdue all things to himself, that is, by virtue of his Almighty Power.
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His Body indeed before his Ascension into Heaven was not endowed with any extraordinary Lustre;
His Body indeed before his Ascension into Heaven was not endowed with any extraordinary Lustre;
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but when he was there, and from thence appeared to Saul in his Journey to Damascus, He struck him blind with the excess of his Glory;
but when he was there, and from thence appeared to Saul in his Journey to Damascus, He struck him blind with the excess of his Glory;
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and Saul himself, giving an account of that Appearance, says, Acts 26.13. that at mid-day he saw a Light from Heaven above the brightness of the Sun, which shone round about him and his Companions.
and Saul himself, giving an account of that Appearance, Says, Acts 26.13. that At midday he saw a Light from Heaven above the brightness of the Sun, which shone round about him and his Sodales.
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We may learn something more of this matter from other Scriptures.
We may Learn something more of this matter from other Scriptures.
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Moses, after a little converse with the Inhabitants of Heaven, had his Face arrayed with such a splendour as that the Israelites were not able to behold it.Moses, After a little converse with the Inhabitants of Heaven, had his Face arrayed with such a splendour as that the Israelites were not able to behold it.
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And our blessed Saviour, even while he lived in his mortal Body too, yet, when he met with Moses and Elias on the top of an high Mountain, He was gloriously transfigured for the time,
And our blessed Saviour, even while he lived in his Mortal Body too, yet, when he met with Moses and Elias on the top of an high Mountain, He was gloriously transfigured for the time,
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and his Face did shine as the Sun, and even his Raiment was white as the Light, as we read Matth. 17.2.
and his Face did shine as the Sun, and even his Raiment was white as the Light, as we read Matthew 17.2.
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And what the likeness of our Bodies to Christ's glorious Body will amount to, the Scripture does more particularly tell us, in saying, The bodies of good men shall shine as the brightness of the firmament,
And what the likeness of our Bodies to Christ's glorious Body will amount to, the Scripture does more particularly tell us, in saying, The bodies of good men shall shine as the brightness of the firmament,
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and as the stars for ever and ever, Dan. 12.3.and as the Stars for ever and ever, Dan. 12.3.
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And our Saviour says, The just shall shine forth as the Sun in the kingdom of their Father, Matth. 13.43. The Father of Lights will so shed his Beams of bright and joyfull Glory, as to cloath them with Light and Brightness too.
And our Saviour Says, The just shall shine forth as the Sun in the Kingdom of their Father, Matthew 13.43. The Father of Lights will so shed his Beams of bright and joyful Glory, as to cloth them with Light and Brightness too.
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And can we imagine how the Just will be pleased with themselves to see this advantageous and honourable Change? They shall none of them now have that mean and contemptible aspect, which here their meek and humble carriage, their severe repentance and mortification gave them.
And can we imagine how the Just will be pleased with themselves to see this advantageous and honourable Change? They shall none of them now have that mean and contemptible aspect, which Here their meek and humble carriage, their severe Repentance and mortification gave them.
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And the Apostle, whose bodily presence was weak, and his speech contemptible, shall now shine with one of the greatest Magnitudes of Glory? How lovely and amiable now shall the blessed Saints be one to another,
And the Apostle, whose bodily presence was weak, and his speech contemptible, shall now shine with one of the greatest Magnitudes of Glory? How lovely and amiable now shall the blessed Saints be one to Another,
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as well as each one pleased with himself? And how happy are they who will not be ashamed of themselves amidst all the Glory of Heaven? Thus are they able to enjoy that unspeakable Splendour and Glory which dwells on every thing there.
as well as each one pleased with himself? And how happy Are they who will not be ashamed of themselves amid all the Glory of Heaven? Thus Are they able to enjoy that unspeakable Splendour and Glory which dwells on every thing there.
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These things may, according to the Holy Scriptures, be said of the Bodies of good Men when they are raised again.
These things may, according to the Holy Scriptures, be said of the Bodies of good Men when they Are raised again.
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And from these, I think, we may conclude, that the contrary to them will be the Condition and Quality of those of wicked Men.
And from these, I think, we may conclude, that the contrary to them will be the Condition and Quality of those of wicked Men.
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Shall they, can we think, be cloathed with Splendour and Glory who have all the filthiness of Sin upon them? Shall they be thus honoured who are raised to suffer shame and everlasting contempt? Shall they be made so happy who are raised to be punished and tormented? There is no necessity that such Splendour and Beauty should attend their spiritual nature.
Shall they, can we think, be clothed with Splendour and Glory who have all the filthiness of since upon them? Shall they be thus honoured who Are raised to suffer shame and everlasting contempt? Shall they be made so happy who Are raised to be punished and tormented? There is no necessity that such Splendour and Beauty should attend their spiritual nature.
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Their Bodies then, we may believe, will be covered with deformity, will bear a frightfull, horrid and contemptible appearance, instead of a lovely and honourable one.
Their Bodies then, we may believe, will be covered with deformity, will bear a frightful, horrid and contemptible appearance, instead of a lovely and honourable one.
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There will be no marks of the former admired Beauty now, no advantage from rich and well contrived ornaments.
There will be no marks of the former admired Beauty now, no advantage from rich and well contrived Ornament.
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They are to suffer now for all that extravagant Cost and excessive Care that was applied to set off and adorn them;
They Are to suffer now for all that extravagant Cost and excessive Care that was applied to Set off and adorn them;
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and shall be so much the more vile then, by how much they were honoured by Pride and Vanity before.
and shall be so much the more vile then, by how much they were honoured by Pride and Vanity before.
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As good Men are suited to their bright Mansions in Heaven, where they are to have their everlasting Habitation;
As good Men Are suited to their bright Mansions in Heaven, where they Are to have their everlasting Habitation;
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so are Sinners suited to their horrid and dismall Prison, to the blackness of darkness, where they must dwell for ever, Jude 13. And certainly we cannot now imagine also how dismall,
so Are Sinners suited to their horrid and dismal Prison, to the blackness of darkness, where they must dwell for ever, U^de 13. And Certainly we cannot now imagine also how dismal,
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how frightfull and odious an appearance each one of them will have to himself, and all to one another!
how frightful and odious an appearance each one of them will have to himself, and all to one Another!
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nor with what disdain and horrour foolish Sinners will then look upon that monstrous deformity which shall deface those Charms that occasioned their damnation!
nor with what disdain and horror foolish Sinners will then look upon that monstrous deformity which shall deface those Charms that occasioned their damnation!
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When they see their Sin making such a havock of the beauty which they admired themselves or another for, they will account themselves foolish Sinners too.
When they see their since making such a havoc of the beauty which they admired themselves or Another for, they will account themselves foolish Sinners too.
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The Just shall, at the Resurrection, be endowed with never-fading Glory and Beauty, and the Wicked be covered with a loathsome and uncurable Deformity.
The Just shall, At the Resurrection, be endowed with never-fading Glory and Beauty, and the Wicked be covered with a loathsome and uncurable Deformity.
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Thus I have represented the Doctrine of our Resurrection from the Dead, I think, as far as the Scripture will carry us in it.
Thus I have represented the Doctrine of our Resurrection from the Dead, I think, as Far as the Scripture will carry us in it.
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And farther than that if I should endeavour to go, as I could say nothing that would have any certainty in it,
And farther than that if I should endeavour to go, as I could say nothing that would have any certainty in it,
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so neither could I say what would be worth any Man's regarding.
so neither could I say what would be worth any Man's regarding.
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And, I think, I have confirmed each Particular of the Representation, so as that every part of it may appear fit to be credited by any wise and judicious Person;
And, I think, I have confirmed each Particular of the Representation, so as that every part of it may appear fit to be credited by any wise and judicious Person;
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yea, by the greatest Pretenders to Wit or Reason.
yea, by the greatest Pretenders to Wit or Reason.
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I shall now briefly apply what has been said, to enforce some few necessary and usefull Admonitions.
I shall now briefly apply what has been said, to enforce Some few necessary and useful Admonitions.
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1. These things do utterly condemn and forbid the limiting of our Care and Concern for our Bodies to this present mortal and perishing Life. Alas!
1. These things do utterly condemn and forbid the limiting of our Care and Concern for our Bodies to this present Mortal and perishing Life. Alas!
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all our Cost and Care upon them of this sort will quickly be lost, and come to nothing!
all our Cost and Care upon them of this sort will quickly be lost, and come to nothing!
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Our Death will very shortly put an end to all the fruit of it, and befool it all.
Our Death will very shortly put an end to all the fruit of it, and befool it all.
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We build fine Houses, we buy rich Cloaths, we provide costly Dainties for weak and mouldring Dust;
We built fine Houses, we buy rich Clothes, we provide costly Dainties for weak and mouldering Dust;
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for that which sinks under all our Cost and Care, which is continually going away from all the provision that we have made for it.
for that which sinks under all our Cost and Care, which is continually going away from all the provision that we have made for it.
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Do we not spend our days in mere vanity then, if this Life engrosses all our Care,
Do we not spend our days in mere vanity then, if this Life engrosses all our Care,
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when we must in so few moments go down to the Grave. Our time of Life on Earth is short, but very important upon this account;
when we must in so few moments go down to the Grave. Our time of Life on Earth is short, but very important upon this account;
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That our future state and condition depends upon our behaviour here. All our Provision for Eternity must be made in time.
That our future state and condition depends upon our behaviour Here. All our Provision for Eternity must be made in time.
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Indeed it must needs be so, for if the time of Work were not limited and fixed, that it might come to an end,
Indeed it must needs be so, for if the time of Work were not limited and fixed, that it might come to an end,
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when should we reach our Reward? And this, if we are wise, may redound to our great Advantage,
when should we reach our Reward? And this, if we Are wise, may redound to our great Advantage,
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because, for a few moments Labour, we may gain an eternal Reward.
Because, for a few moments Labour, we may gain an Eternal Reward.
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But if so much may be gained by our well-spending of this mortal Life, surely we should have some Care about it now, while this Life lasts.
But if so much may be gained by our well-spending of this Mortal Life, surely we should have Some Care about it now, while this Life lasts.
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Since there will be an universal Resurrection of the Dead, and no Man can hope to avoid it,
Since there will be an universal Resurrection of the Dead, and no Man can hope to avoid it,
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and there may be so happy a Resurrection obtained;
and there may be so happy a Resurrection obtained;
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Can any Man in reason be careless what shall become of him when he must rise again? Is it reasonable we should spend our time only to provide and enjoy the conveniences and gratifications of a few moments,
Can any Man in reason be careless what shall become of him when he must rise again? Is it reasonable we should spend our time only to provide and enjoy the conveniences and gratifications of a few moments,
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when we might employ it so as to gain the conveniences and happiness of Eternity? Especially should it excite our great Concern and Care in this Matter, that we must have at last either a happy Resurrection, or a miserable one;
when we might employ it so as to gain the conveniences and happiness of Eternity? Especially should it excite our great Concern and Care in this Matter, that we must have At last either a happy Resurrection, or a miserable one;
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If we miss of the former, we cannot possibly avoid the latter.
If we miss of the former, we cannot possibly avoid the latter.
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2. This Doctrine gives us great enrouragement to undergo the most difficult and costly Tasks of Religion;
2. This Doctrine gives us great enrouragement to undergo the most difficult and costly Tasks of Religion;
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to deny our selves for the sake of Christ, we may see by this, is the surest way to promote our greatest Interests:
to deny our selves for the sake of christ, we may see by this, is the Surest Way to promote our greatest Interests:
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To mortifie and cross our sensual Inclinations, that they may be conformable to the Rules of Religion,
To mortify and cross our sensual Inclinations, that they may be conformable to the Rules of Religion,
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and may not, by an impertinent Importunity, hinder us in our Duty, will certainly obtain for our Bodies hereafter the highest Satisfactions and Pleasures.
and may not, by an impertinent Importunity, hinder us in our Duty, will Certainly obtain for our Bodies hereafter the highest Satisfactions and Pleasures.
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To spend our time and strength in a most laborious and diligent performance of what our stations require towards God and towards Men, will certainly bring us to a very joyous and blissfull rest for ever.
To spend our time and strength in a most laborious and diligent performance of what our stations require towards God and towards Men, will Certainly bring us to a very joyous and blissful rest for ever.
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And to lose our Lives for the sake of Truth and the Service of God, is a sure way to find them;
And to loose our Lives for the sake of Truth and the Service of God, is a sure Way to find them;
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to purchase an immortal Life with the loss of a mortal one.
to purchase an immortal Life with the loss of a Mortal one.
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How much then is Religion our Wisdom and our Interest even in the hardest and most disagreeing things it can put us upon? How wise was the Apostle,
How much then is Religion our Wisdom and our Interest even in the Hardest and most disagreeing things it can put us upon? How wise was the Apostle,
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when he counted not this Life dear to him, so that he might finish his course with joy, and fulfill the Ministery committed to him, as he speaks Acts 20.24. that is, that he might but live so as to gain a happy Resurrection.
when he counted not this Life dear to him, so that he might finish his course with joy, and fulfil the Ministry committed to him, as he speaks Acts 20.24. that is, that he might but live so as to gain a happy Resurrection.
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We can in no other way so well serve the Interest, the Honour, the Happiness of our Bodies,
We can in no other Way so well serve the Interest, the Honour, the Happiness of our Bodies,
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as in governing them strictly by the Rules of Religion.
as in governing them strictly by the Rules of Religion.
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3. This may justly reconcile good Men to Death, and mightily allay at least, if not quite cure the Fears of it.
3. This may justly reconcile good Men to Death, and mightily allay At least, if not quite cure the Fears of it.
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When Sickness and Pain tell them, this is a poor, crasie, mortal Body, and must unavoidably die and be dissolved.
When Sickness and Pain tell them, this is a poor, crazy, Mortal Body, and must avoidable die and be dissolved.
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It may be a great Consolation to think, but it shall not alway lie dissolved;
It may be a great Consolation to think, but it shall not always lie dissolved;
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it is not lost or thrown away after it has been diligently and perhaps hardly used in the Service of God.
it is not lost or thrown away After it has been diligently and perhaps hardly used in the Service of God.
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Let us but get the Assurance of a joyfull and happy Resurrection, and we need not be afraid of Death.
Let us but get the Assurance of a joyful and happy Resurrection, and we need not be afraid of Death.
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We shall then be able to account the separation of Soul and Body for a while a great advantage to both,
We shall then be able to account the separation of Soul and Body for a while a great advantage to both,
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and shall see both the Wisdom and the Love of God in it, as the case is with us at present.
and shall see both the Wisdom and the Love of God in it, as the case is with us At present.
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In that the Body shall thereby be laid to rest in the Grave from injury and labour;
In that the Body shall thereby be laid to rest in the Grave from injury and labour;
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'tis laid up and delivered from this perplexed, confused and miserable World;
it's laid up and Delivered from this perplexed, confused and miserable World;
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where if it should stay, it must needs feel a very grievous share in the common Calamities;
where if it should stay, it must needs feel a very grievous share in the Common Calamities;
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'tis delivered from a World that is cursed and made subject to Vanity, as the Scripture speaks, by reason of Sin. And 'tis a mighty advantage to the Soul to be freed from the necessary Cares for the Body,
it's Delivered from a World that is cursed and made Subject to Vanity, as the Scripture speaks, by reason of Sin. And it's a mighty advantage to the Soul to be freed from the necessary Cares for the Body,
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and from partaking in the frequent Griefs and Inconveniences it meets with here. And besides;
and from partaking in the frequent Griefs and Inconveniences it meets with Here. And beside;
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This Separation for a time will perfect in the Soul the Cure of all Worldliness and Sensuality,
This Separation for a time will perfect in the Soul the Cure of all Worldliness and Sensuality,
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and render it the more completely fit for the spiritual and heavenly Felicity which it is intended for.
and render it the more completely fit for the spiritual and heavenly Felicity which it is intended for.
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To consider these things, and then to think also that both shall within a while meet again, both mightily improved and fitted for Happiness,
To Consider these things, and then to think also that both shall within a while meet again, both mightily improved and fitted for Happiness,
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and then shall live together for ever, without ever having any reason or occasion to wish for or to fear another Separation.
and then shall live together for ever, without ever having any reason or occasion to wish for or to Fear Another Separation.
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These are thoughts might justly make us rather desire than fear or abhorr our natural Death.
These Are thoughts might justly make us rather desire than Fear or abhor our natural Death.
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4. Lastly, It is highly fitting that we do earnestly long for and desire the time of this general Resurrection.
4. Lastly, It is highly fitting that we do earnestly long for and desire the time of this general Resurrection.
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We ought to prepare for it, and then desire the time when the Lord Jesus shall come again in his glory;
We ought to prepare for it, and then desire the time when the Lord jesus shall come again in his glory;
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when all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, and come forth. when all that Are in the graves shall hear his voice, and come forth.
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This becomes us as Christians, and is required of us, though perhaps but few take notice of it.
This becomes us as Christians, and is required of us, though perhaps but few take notice of it.
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It is implied to be a Duty that we love the appearing of our Lord and Master Jesus, that we think of it with pleasure and desire, 2 Tim. 4.8.
It is implied to be a Duty that we love the appearing of our Lord and Master jesus, that we think of it with pleasure and desire, 2 Tim. 4.8.
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And this is greatly encouraged there, when the Apostle says, He will at his appearing give a crown of righteousness to all such as love it, that is, to them who did prepare for,
And this is greatly encouraged there, when the Apostle Says, He will At his appearing give a crown of righteousness to all such as love it, that is, to them who did prepare for,
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and so put themselves into a capacity to desire it.
and so put themselves into a capacity to desire it.
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We cannot love the thoughts of this, nor take delight to expect it, without wishing for it.
We cannot love the thoughts of this, nor take delight to expect it, without wishing for it.
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Again, we are exhorted to look for the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ, Tit. 2.3.
Again, we Are exhorted to look for the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour jesus christ, Tit. 2.3.
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which certainly does not mean a cold, unaffected expectation that such a thing will be,
which Certainly does not mean a cold, unaffected expectation that such a thing will be,
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neither does the Apostle advise that we expect it with terrour and dread, such as to wish it might not be:
neither does the Apostle Advice that we expect it with terror and dread, such as to wish it might not be:
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but his Exhortation certainly intends to put Men upon expectation with desire, with frequent thoughts of it, and earnest longings after it.
but his Exhortation Certainly intends to put Men upon expectation with desire, with frequent thoughts of it, and earnest longings After it.
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Let us then earnestly desire the time of this general Resurrection, the proclaiming of the Summons,
Let us then earnestly desire the time of this general Resurrection, the proclaiming of the Summons,
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for all Men to arise from Death.
for all Men to arise from Death.
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Would that blessed time come and surprize us alive, it would save us the trouble and pain, the pangs and convulsions of Dying.
Would that blessed time come and surprise us alive, it would save us the trouble and pain, the pangs and convulsions of Dying.
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We should pass under a sudden, easie change to be fitted for an immortal state:
We should pass under a sudden, easy change to be fitted for an immortal state:
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For all Men that are then alive, at the sounding of the last trumpet, shall be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye:
For all Men that Are then alive, At the sounding of the last trumpet, shall be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye:
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and that would excuse us from the violence of a Separation of Soul and Body.
and that would excuse us from the violence of a Separation of Soul and Body.
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Let us long for this blessed time, because then this mortality shall be swallowed up of life.
Let us long for this blessed time, Because then this mortality shall be swallowed up of life.
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This natural Body shall become a spiritual one;
This natural Body shall become a spiritual one;
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it shall then be all Life, and know no more so much as the Image of Death:
it shall then be all Life, and know no more so much as the Image of Death:
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Then our dark and vile Bodies shall be cloathed with Light and Glory:
Then our dark and vile Bodies shall be clothed with Light and Glory:
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Then these Eyes shall see the beauty and splendour of the Heavens, and shall see our selves Partakers of it:
Then these Eyes shall see the beauty and splendour of the Heavens, and shall see our selves Partakers of it:
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These Ears shall hear the harmonious Songs of happy Saints and Angels.
These Ears shall hear the harmonious Songs of happy Saints and Angels.
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Then we shall be taken up from this Earth, to be for ever with the Lord, where we shall have an Employment without labour or weariness, Pleasures without intermission or satiety, Light without darkness, Duration without age or decay, Joy without fear or care,
Then we shall be taken up from this Earth, to be for ever with the Lord, where we shall have an Employment without labour or weariness, Pleasures without intermission or satiety, Light without darkness, Duration without age or decay, Joy without Fear or care,
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and Blessedness and Life without end and death.
and Blessedness and Life without end and death.
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Let us long for and desire this blessed time, for the sake of those excellent Saints that are already departed;
Let us long for and desire this blessed time, for the sake of those excellent Saints that Are already departed;
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and who are waiting and praying in their separate state for the final Redemption of their Bodies.
and who Are waiting and praying in their separate state for the final Redemption of their Bodies.
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And thus may we exercise our Charity also towards our own particular Friends and Relations deceased and gone from us;
And thus may we exercise our Charity also towards our own particular Friends and Relations deceased and gone from us;
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and we may desire for our selves the satisfaction of meeting them again:
and we may desire for our selves the satisfaction of meeting them again:
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Then the tender Mother shall meet again the dear Infant, the hopefull Youth she has parted with to the Grave:
Then the tender Mother shall meet again the dear Infant, the hopeful Youth she has parted with to the Grave:
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Then the parted Husband and Wife shall meet again, never to be separated any more: Then dear Friends shall enjoy each other for ever:
Then the parted Husband and Wife shall meet again, never to be separated any more: Then dear Friends shall enjoy each other for ever:
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Then we shall see those great and good Men whom we have heard or read of,
Then we shall see those great and good Men whom we have herd or read of,
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and whose excellent Examples quickned and encouraged us in the ways of Vertue, and shall be glad to converse with them for ever:
and whose excellent Examples quickened and encouraged us in the ways of Virtue, and shall be glad to converse with them for ever:
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Then will all the Company of good and happy Souls rejoice and triumph to see their Faith proved true, their Hopes and Expectations fulfilled, their Desires satisfied, their Labours, Conflicts, Fears and Dangers at an end,
Then will all the Company of good and happy Souls rejoice and triumph to see their Faith proved true, their Hope's and Expectations fulfilled, their Desires satisfied, their Labours, Conflicts, Fears and Dangers At an end,
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and their endless and complete Felicity attained.
and their endless and complete Felicity attained.
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Let us earnestly desire this time, because it is the time of our kind Saviour's publick Honour and Glory, the time of showing his Greatness to the careless, unbelieving World;
Let us earnestly desire this time, Because it is the time of our kind Saviour's public Honour and Glory, the time of showing his Greatness to the careless, unbelieving World;
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'tis the time of rewarding to him fully and before Men the meanness and contempt of his humbled state on Earth, which he submitted to for our sakes:
it's the time of rewarding to him Fully and before Men the meanness and contempt of his humbled state on Earth, which he submitted to for our sakes:
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'tis the time when the crucified Jesus shall sit on the Throne of his Glory attended by innumerable Hosts of Angels,
it's the time when the Crucified jesus shall fit on the Throne of his Glory attended by innumerable Hosts of Angels,
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and before him shall be gathered all Nations: When those that despised him shall be ashamed to appear before him;
and before him shall be gathered all nations: When those that despised him shall be ashamed to appear before him;
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those that would not that he should reign over them, shall be judg'd and punish'd:
those that would not that he should Reign over them, shall be judged and punished:
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When the Devil shall be confined to his eternal Prison, and Death the last Enemy shall be destroyed,
When the devil shall be confined to his Eternal Prison, and Death the last Enemy shall be destroyed,
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and so all his Enemies shall be made his foot-stool:
and so all his Enemies shall be made his footstool:
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And when he shall come to own, reward and dignifie all his meek and humble, his oppress'd and despised Followers;
And when he shall come to own, reward and dignify all his meek and humble, his oppressed and despised Followers;
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to be glorified in his Saints, and admired in all them that believe. to be glorified in his Saints, and admired in all them that believe.
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These things we may very justly long for, and say, Even so come Lord Jesus, Come quickly.
These things we may very justly long for, and say, Even so come Lord jesus, Come quickly.
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THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
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O Almighty, Everliving God! Who givest Being to every thing that is, Life to all that lives,
Oh Almighty, Everliving God! Who givest Being to every thing that is, Life to all that lives,
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and Motion to all that moves.
and Motion to all that moves.
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Thy powerfull Word brought this vast World out of nothing, put confused matter into order, brought light out of darkness and commands what Thou wilt to be both in Heaven and in Earth,
Thy powerful Word brought this vast World out of nothing, put confused matter into order, brought Light out of darkness and commands what Thou wilt to be both in Heaven and in Earth,
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and disposes of us as Thou pleasest; we poor, weak Creatures can never stand against it.
and disposes of us as Thou pleasest; we poor, weak Creatures can never stand against it.
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When thou wilt, thou turnest man to destruction, and when thou sayst, Come again ye Children of men, we then revive and live again.
When thou wilt, thou Turnest man to destruction, and when thou Sayest, Come again you Children of men, we then revive and live again.
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We have great reason, O Lord, to admire and praise Thee for thy Goodness towards us, that when thou canst doe what thou wilt,
We have great reason, Oh Lord, to admire and praise Thee for thy goodness towards us, that when thou Canst do what thou wilt,
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yet thou dost not use us with the utmost rigour and severity that we have deserved.
yet thou dost not use us with the utmost rigour and severity that we have deserved.
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Thou art slow to anger, and of great Mercy, and even in thy wrath thinkest upon Mercy:
Thou art slow to anger, and of great Mercy, and even in thy wrath Thinkest upon Mercy:
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Though we are justly doomed to die and be turned into Dust for our Sins, yet hast Thou provided us a Saviour, by whom, if we repent of our Sins,
Though we Are justly doomed to die and be turned into Dust for our Sins, yet hast Thou provided us a Saviour, by whom, if we Repent of our Sins,
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and give up our selves to obey and follow Him, we shall obtain a happy and glorious Resurrection.
and give up our selves to obey and follow Him, we shall obtain a happy and glorious Resurrection.
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O What reason have we to praise Thee, for that we are not under the uncomfortable Condemnation of being eternally dissolved,
O What reason have we to praise Thee, for that we Are not under the uncomfortable Condemnation of being eternally dissolved,
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and cast away for ever from thy Sight, and Favour, and Presence! nor under the worse and more afflicting Condemnation of being only and irrecoverable miserable;
and cast away for ever from thy Sighed, and Favour, and Presence! nor under the Worse and more afflicting Condemnation of being only and irrecoverable miserable;
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for that there is such a Resurrection to be attained as that to eternal Life.
for that there is such a Resurrection to be attained as that to Eternal Life.
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We have reason to admire and praise Thee, that we may have the Consolation of such Hopes and Expectations against the Pains and Diseases, the Misery and Dissolution of this present Life.
We have reason to admire and praise Thee, that we may have the Consolation of such Hope's and Expectations against the Pains and Diseases, the Misery and Dissolution of this present Life.
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We acknowledge it is an exceeding great Favour, O Lord, that thou hast so clearly revealed the future state,
We acknowledge it is an exceeding great Favour, Oh Lord, that thou hast so clearly revealed the future state,
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and so evidently told us, that we must all rise again at the end of the World, to a joyfull and happy Resurrection,
and so evidently told us, that we must all rise again At the end of the World, to a joyful and happy Resurrection,
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or to a miserable and sad one;
or to a miserable and sad one;
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that so we might have sufficient and fair warnning to take Care for our everlasting Happiness:
that so we might have sufficient and fair warnning to take Care for our everlasting Happiness:
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Thou hast, of thy great Goodness, set Life and Death before us, and given us leave to chuse between them.
Thou hast, of thy great goodness, Set Life and Death before us, and given us leave to choose between them.
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O Lord, of thy infinite Mercy, carry thy Favour further towards us, and make us very sensible of these things:
O Lord, of thy infinite Mercy, carry thy Favour further towards us, and make us very sensible of these things:
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Affect us with the Assurance of two so different Resurrections: Make our careless and foolish Hearts seriously concerned to provide and secure a happy Immortality.
Affect us with the Assurance of two so different Resurrections: Make our careless and foolish Hearts seriously concerned to provide and secure a happy Immortality.
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O make us wise to the Salvation of our Souls; make us wise for Eternity, laborious and industrious for an happy Eternity.
O make us wise to the Salvation of our Souls; make us wise for Eternity, laborious and Industria for an happy Eternity.
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Let us, by the guidance and assistance of thy Grace, lay up a Treasure in Heaven for the next Life, by godly and charitable living now.
Let us, by the guidance and assistance of thy Grace, lay up a Treasure in Heaven for the next Life, by godly and charitable living now.
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Oh give us, we pray Thee, an Interest in the great Redeemer; let us be Partakers of the Purchases of his Death for Mankind.
O give us, we pray Thee, an Interest in the great Redeemer; let us be Partakers of the Purchases of his Death for Mankind.
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For his sake pardon all our Sins, sanctifie us throughly in Body, Soul and Spirit;
For his sake pardon all our Sins, sanctify us thoroughly in Body, Soul and Spirit;
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take away all Guilt and Stain of Sin, that we may be delivered at length from all Punishment for it;
take away all Gilded and Stain of since, that we may be Delivered At length from all Punishment for it;
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that we may recover from our natural Death, and never fall under the eternal one;
that we may recover from our natural Death, and never fallen under the Eternal one;
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that we may have a happy and joyfull Resurrection, and come to live and reign for ever with him.
that we may have a happy and joyful Resurrection, and come to live and Reign for ever with him.
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We humbly implore thy Mercy, in his Name, for all Mankind:
We humbly implore thy Mercy, in his Name, for all Mankind:
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Grant that they may know the Benefits purchased by his Death, and assured by his Resurrection;
Grant that they may know the Benefits purchased by his Death, and assured by his Resurrection;
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and knowing, may seek and obtain them. Restore Peace where it is banished; establish and prosper thy Church wheresoever it is planted;
and knowing, may seek and obtain them. Restore Peace where it is banished; establish and prosper thy Church wheresoever it is planted;
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root out of it all things that offend, and make it fruitfull in all good Works to thy Glory.
root out of it all things that offend, and make it fruitful in all good Works to thy Glory.
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Bless the Nations in which we live with a long Establishment of Peace and Truth:
Bless the nations in which we live with a long Establishment of Peace and Truth:
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Let our Governours in Church and State be directed to rule with Justice and great Wisdom,
Let our Governors in Church and State be directed to Rule with justice and great Wisdom,
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and make them a terrour to all Evil-doers, and a praise to them that doe well.
and make them a terror to all Evildoers, and a praise to them that do well.
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Teach the Subjects all due meekness and obedience. Be gracious in a particular manner to all that are more nearly related to us;
Teach the Subject's all due meekness and Obedience. Be gracious in a particular manner to all that Are more nearly related to us;
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grant that with them we may live together in thy Fear here, and in Glory hereafter.
grant that with them we may live together in thy fear Here, and in Glory hereafter.
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Bless the means of Grace, those in particular which we have this day enjoyed, that they may effectually advance us in all due fitness for a comfortable Death and a happy Resurrection.
Bless the means of Grace, those in particular which we have this day enjoyed, that they may effectually advance us in all due fitness for a comfortable Death and a happy Resurrection.
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We commit our selves this night and ever more to thy Keeping.
We commit our selves this night and ever more to thy Keeping.
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Hear us, O Lord, in all these our Requests which we trust thy good Spirit moves us to ask;
Hear us, Oh Lord, in all these our Requests which we trust thy good Spirit moves us to ask;
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and hear us farther in those which have been taught us by thy Son and our blessed Saviour Jesus Christ, saying, Our Father, &c.
and hear us farther in those which have been taught us by thy Son and our blessed Saviour jesus christ, saying, Our Father, etc.
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THE Last Judgment Prov'd and represented. Let us Pray.
THE Last Judgement Proved and represented. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 2 Cor. 5.10. and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. 2 Cor. 5.10.
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For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done,
For we must all appear before the judgement seat of christ, that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done,
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whether it be good or bad.
whither it be good or bad.
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THE want of due Consideration is the great Cause why the Doctrines of Christian Religion are so little regarded,
THE want of due Consideration is the great Cause why the Doctrines of Christian Religion Are so little regarded,
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and so uneffectual as they too commonly are.
and so uneffectual as they too commonly Are.
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From hence it is, that either we doubt of, or deny the Truth of them, whatever Evidence they have attending to convince us of it:
From hence it is, that either we doubt of, or deny the Truth of them, whatever Evidence they have attending to convince us of it:
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Or else we do not rightly understand the Weight and Importance of them.
Or Else we do not rightly understand the Weight and Importance of them.
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And by Consequence, that thing must needs have but little Power upon us, which either we do hardly believe,
And by Consequence, that thing must needs have but little Power upon us, which either we do hardly believe,
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or account so inconsiderable as not to be worthy to influence us.
or account so inconsiderable as not to be worthy to influence us.
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Thus it fares with the certain and important Truth, which is the Subject of this Text. If it were but firmly believed and well understood, it must needs be able to deterr the most hardened Sinner from his Sins:
Thus it fares with the certain and important Truth, which is the Subject of this Text. If it were but firmly believed and well understood, it must needs be able to deter the most hardened Sinner from his Sins:
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It would baffle the most alluring Temptations, and stifle the strongest Motions of Inclination to Wickedness.
It would baffle the most alluring Temptations, and stifle the Strongest Motions of Inclination to Wickedness.
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But to this purpose, Men should consider it well, that they might see the Truth and the Importance of it, that they might apprehend what Reason there is, that such a thing should influence them;
But to this purpose, Men should Consider it well, that they might see the Truth and the Importance of it, that they might apprehend what Reason there is, that such a thing should influence them;
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and this they neglect to do, they put this matter as much as they can out of their Thoughts,
and this they neglect to do, they put this matter as much as they can out of their Thoughts,
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and are unwilling to think of it.
and Are unwilling to think of it.
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In these words we have a very plain and good Assurance that there will be a Day of Judgment for all the World:
In these words we have a very plain and good Assurance that there will be a Day of Judgement for all the World:
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And several very considerable Particulars concerning that Judgment are here mentioned; As, that Jesus Christ will be the judge who shall transact that great Affair;
And several very considerable Particulars Concerning that Judgement Are Here mentioned; As, that jesus christ will be the judge who shall transact that great Affair;
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That all Mankind will be the Persons judged; for 'tis said, we must all appear before the Judgment Seat of Christ.
That all Mankind will be the Persons judged; for it's said, we must all appear before the Judgement Seat of christ.
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And further intimates, That the whole Course of our Lives shall be examin'd, and censur'd, and a Sentence accordingly shall be pronounced upon us;
And further intimates, That the Whole Course of our Lives shall be examined, and censured, and a Sentence accordingly shall be pronounced upon us;
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for 'tis said here, that every one shall receive according to what he has done in his Body,
for it's said Here, that every one shall receive according to what he has done in his Body,
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whether it be good or bad. whither it be good or bad.
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It shall be the Business of this present Discourse, to prove and illustrate or represent this great and last Transaction, to make it appear, that it is well worthy to have more Influence upon our Lives than it commonly has.
It shall be the Business of this present Discourse, to prove and illustrate or represent this great and last Transaction, to make it appear, that it is well worthy to have more Influence upon our Lives than it commonly has.
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In the first place, I shall propose a sufficient Proof of this: That there will be an universal Judgment of Mankind upon their Behaviour in this Life.
In the First place, I shall propose a sufficient Proof of this: That there will be an universal Judgement of Mankind upon their Behaviour in this Life.
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Many Arguments are commonly produced to evince this; but I shall separate only two of the most considerable ones for our present Consideration;
Many Arguments Are commonly produced to evince this; but I shall separate only two of the most considerable ones for our present Consideration;
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and if these do not convince us of it, 'tis very likely more would not. They are these:
and if these do not convince us of it, it's very likely more would not. They Are these:
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(1.) God himself has plainly and frequently declar'd, that there shall be such a Judgment of men.
(1.) God himself has plainly and frequently declared, that there shall be such a Judgement of men.
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And this is enough to satisfie any Man of it, who will believe upon fair and just Grounds.
And this is enough to satisfy any Man of it, who will believe upon fair and just Grounds.
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The Light of Nature and common Reason of Mankind taught men to expect that there would be Retributions dispensed after this Life,
The Light of Nature and Common Reason of Mankind taught men to expect that there would be Retributions dispensed After this Life,
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for what Men had done in it:
for what Men had done in it:
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So that it appears to be a thing altogether agreeable and easie to reason to expect it:
So that it appears to be a thing altogether agreeable and easy to reason to expect it:
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And then there can be no reason to doubt of this, when the Sovereign of the World has declared his Purpose and Resolution that it shall be.
And then there can be no reason to doubt of this, when the Sovereign of the World has declared his Purpose and Resolution that it shall be.
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And this he has done several times in Holy Scripture very expresly.
And this he has done several times in Holy Scripture very expressly.
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In the Old Testament we may take Notice of two Declarations of this, by Solomon, in Eccles. 11.9. he speaks thus of this Matter;
In the Old Testament we may take Notice of two Declarations of this, by Solomon, in Eccles. 11.9. he speaks thus of this Matter;
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Rejoyce, O young man, in thy youth, and let thine heart chear thee in the days of thy youth, Rejoice, Oh young man, in thy youth, and let thine heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth,
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and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgment. and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sighed of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgement.
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His Design is to restrain young Persons from that Excess in the enjoyment of sensual Pleasures, which they are mightily apt to run into;
His Design is to restrain young Persons from that Excess in the enjoyment of sensual Pleasures, which they Are mightily apt to run into;
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therefore he bids them amidst those Pleasures to consider, and know it for a certain Truth, that they must give a very strict account of their Actions to God,
Therefore he bids them amid those Pleasures to Consider, and know it for a certain Truth, that they must give a very strict account of their Actions to God,
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and must expect to receive from Him according as their Account shall be. And the same wise Preacher inculcates this important Doctrine again, in Eccles. 12.13.
and must expect to receive from Him according as their Account shall be. And the same wise Preacher inculcates this important Doctrine again, in Eccles. 12.13.
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Esteeming it of great use to urge and incite us to the Performance of Duty, as well as to restrain from Vice:
Esteeming it of great use to urge and incite us to the Performance of Duty, as well as to restrain from Vice:
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He says God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good or evil.
He Says God shall bring every work into judgement, with every secret thing, whither it be good or evil.
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He had said in the verse before, Let us fear God and keep his Commandments:
He had said in the verse before, Let us Fear God and keep his commandments:
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And to enforce this he adds, That there will come a day by God's appointment, wherein he will pass a strict and righteous censure upon every thing we do,
And to enforce this he adds, That there will come a day by God's appointment, wherein he will pass a strict and righteous censure upon every thing we do,
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though it be concealed from all but himself. though it be concealed from all but himself.
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To these places of the Old Testament, I may add some of the New, which does more frequently give us the express Declarations of the Will of God in this matter.
To these places of the Old Testament, I may add Some of the New, which does more frequently give us the express Declarations of the Will of God in this matter.
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Our Blessed Saviour in Matth. 25. does not only tell us, that there will be a Judgment of all Mankind at last,
Our Blessed Saviour in Matthew 25. does not only tell us, that there will be a Judgement of all Mankind At last,
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but he also gives a very large and particular Description of it from the 31. Verse to the end of that Chapter. In Acts 17.31. St. Paul expresly tells the Philosophers at Athens, that God has appointed a Day, in which He will judge the world in Righteousness.
but he also gives a very large and particular Description of it from the 31. Verse to the end of that Chapter. In Acts 17.31. Saint Paul expressly tells the Philosophers At Athens, that God has appointed a Day, in which He will judge the world in Righteousness.
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I shall not need, I think, to mention any more, especially since our present Text is an express Declaration to this purpose.
I shall not need, I think, to mention any more, especially since our present Text is an express Declaration to this purpose.
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Thus we see this is often said by the Messengers of God from him, which shows it to be his setled and abiding purpose.
Thus we see this is often said by the Messengers of God from him, which shows it to be his settled and abiding purpose.
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And this is a Point of Doctrine taught both by the Jewish and the Christian Religion;
And this is a Point of Doctrine taught both by the Jewish and the Christian Religion;
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so that this among other things has received Confirmation from all those wonderfull Testimonies which God has given to the Truth of both these Religions.
so that this among other things has received Confirmation from all those wonderful Testimonies which God has given to the Truth of both these Religions.
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This is the first Argument for proof of this. The second will add yet some more strength to it.
This is the First Argument for proof of this. The second will add yet Some more strength to it.
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Indeed if they be well considered, it will appear that they do mightily strengthen and confirm each other.
Indeed if they be well considered, it will appear that they do mightily strengthen and confirm each other.
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(2.) We may conclude there is an universal Judgment to come from the present Exercises of Judgment in this World, which the Providence of God often presents us with.
(2.) We may conclude there is an universal Judgement to come from the present Exercises of Judgement in this World, which the Providence of God often presents us with.
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Some of these are so evidently such, that we cannot chuse but ascribe them to a Providence;
some of these Are so evidently such, that we cannot choose but ascribe them to a Providence;
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and many more we might take notice of if we did well observe the Methods of Providence.
and many more we might take notice of if we did well observe the Methods of Providence.
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God does much oftner punish Sinners in this Life, and bless good men for their Goodness,
God does much oftener Punish Sinners in this Life, and bless good men for their goodness,
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than the careless World do commonly imagine.
than the careless World do commonly imagine.
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How oft is the Candle of the Wicked put out, and how often cometh their Destruction upon them? God distributes sorrows in his anger among them, as Job speaks Job 21.17.How oft is the Candle of the Wicked put out, and how often comes their Destruction upon them? God distributes sorrows in his anger among them, as Job speaks Job 21.17.
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May we not often see mens Sins overtaking them with an hasty Vengeance? Many perishing in their Wickedness,
May we not often see men's Sins overtaking them with an hasty Vengeance? Many perishing in their Wickedness,
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and many undone by it? May we not often see (as that good Man speaks) That God lays up their iniquity for their children, verse 19. That he rewards them and they know it? That after a Course of great and long Prosperity, their old Age is often grievously afflicted with the Follies, Rebellions, or Miseries of their Children.
and many undone by it? May we not often see (as that good Man speaks) That God lays up their iniquity for their children, verse 19. That he rewards them and they know it? That After a Course of great and long Prosperity, their old Age is often grievously afflicted with the Follies, Rebellions, or Misery's of their Children.
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With how sure a Vengeance does God commonly follow some Sins, though perhaps it comes but slowly:
With how sure a Vengeance does God commonly follow Some Sins, though perhaps it comes but slowly:
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He seldom fails to punish Murther with the violent Death of the Murderer by one way or other;
He seldom fails to Punish Murder with the violent Death of the Murderer by one Way or other;
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nor to punish Filthiness and Uncleanness with the Poverty and Disgrace either of the guilty Person himself or of his Family.
nor to Punish Filthiness and Uncleanness with the Poverty and Disgrace either of the guilty Person himself or of his Family.
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And on the other side, we may often see the good Man greatly blest in all that belongs to him;
And on the other side, we may often see the good Man greatly blessed in all that belongs to him;
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that the Meek do inherit the Earth, and delight themselves in the Abundance of Peace;
that the Meek do inherit the Earth, and delight themselves in the Abundance of Peace;
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they have a good and competent Portion of this World, and it is kept in safety by God's continual Care over them.
they have a good and competent Portion of this World, and it is kept in safety by God's continual Care over them.
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We often see that the wicked Plots against the Just and is defeated; the arms of the wicked are broken, and God upholds the Righteous:
We often see that the wicked Plots against the Just and is defeated; the arms of the wicked Are broken, and God upholds the Righteous:
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And David says, I have been young and now am old, yet saw I never the Righteous forsaken,
And David Says, I have been young and now am old, yet saw I never the Righteous forsaken,
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nor his seed begging their bread. nor his seed begging their bred.
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These things he speaks in Ps. 37. The World has seen the just Providence of God sometimes bringing terrible Judgments upon wicked Men,
These things he speaks in Ps. 37. The World has seen the just Providence of God sometime bringing terrible Judgments upon wicked Men,
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and delivering the Just who lived among them like, Noah and Lot, from the common Calamity.
and delivering the Just who lived among them like, Noah and Lot, from the Common Calamity.
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Thus is God known by the Judgments which he executes;
Thus is God known by the Judgments which he executes;
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He shows by these things, that He takes Notice of the Actions of men, and is pleased or displeased when we do well or ill;
He shows by these things, that He Takes Notice of the Actions of men, and is pleased or displeased when we do well or ill;
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that he really takes upon him the part of a Judge and Governor of the World;
that he really Takes upon him the part of a Judge and Governor of the World;
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that all Mankind are under his Law and Government, and that he will vindicate his Authority and his Laws, against those that despise them.
that all Mankind Are under his Law and Government, and that he will vindicate his authority and his Laws, against those that despise them.
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And from these things, we may well conclude that he will have a time to dispense Rewards or Punishments to those who are not now dealt with according to their Deserts.
And from these things, we may well conclude that he will have a time to dispense Rewards or Punishments to those who Are not now dealt with according to their Deserts.
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He does not always speedily punish for Sin now;
He does not always speedily Punish for since now;
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not because he is not always angry with it, but because he has appointed another time for the doing it:
not Because he is not always angry with it, but Because he has appointed Another time for the doing it:
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He has determined a time for general Retribution:
He has determined a time for general Retribution:
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He did never intend that in this life men should receive the full Reward either of their Good or Evil; therefore if Mankind had continued Innocent, we should after a time of living here, have had an easie Translation to another,
He did never intend that in this life men should receive the full Reward either of their Good or Evil; Therefore if Mankind had continued Innocent, we should After a time of living Here, have had an easy translation to Another,
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and a more elevated place and state of Happiness;
and a more elevated place and state of Happiness;
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this was intended and prepared for men from the Foundation of the World, as our Saviour seems to teach us, Matth. 25.34. This Life is the time of work, in our present State we are to labour in welldoing;
this was intended and prepared for men from the Foundation of the World, as our Saviour seems to teach us, Matthew 25.34. This Life is the time of work, in our present State we Are to labour in welldoing;
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but the other is and was Originally intended to be the Season of rewarding what we have done in this.
but the other is and was Originally intended to be the Season of rewarding what we have done in this.
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And the Apostle intimates it to be the Reason why God had with so much Patience spared the Heathen World in their neglect of Him and worship of false Gods, because he had appointed a Day, wherein he would judge the world in Righteousness:
And the Apostle intimates it to be the Reason why God had with so much Patience spared the Heathen World in their neglect of Him and worship of false God's, Because he had appointed a Day, wherein he would judge the world in Righteousness:
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So that when we see God punishing some Sinners now, but not all;
So that when we see God punishing Some Sinners now, but not all;
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and when we see him sometimes punishing lesser Sinners while he lets the more guilty escape;
and when we see him sometime punishing lesser Sinners while he lets the more guilty escape;
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or singling out some amongst their equal Companions in guilt, to be Instances of his Vengeance,
or singling out Some among their equal Sodales in guilt, to be Instances of his Vengeance,
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while he spares others, we may reasonably conclude, that He will have a time to punish all:
while he spares Others, we may reasonably conclude, that He will have a time to Punish all:
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And since we see some good men prosperous now, and some exercised with various Afflictions;
And since we see Some good men prosperous now, and Some exercised with various Afflictions;
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this is a good reason for us to believe he will have a time to bless and reward all them,
this is a good reason for us to believe he will have a time to bless and reward all them,
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and by Consequence, that there will be such a Judgment of all Men at last, as the Scripture speaks of.
and by Consequence, that there will be such a Judgement of all Men At last, as the Scripture speaks of.
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Thus much, I think, may Suffice for the proof of this great Affair.
Thus much, I think, may Suffice for the proof of this great Affair.
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I now proceed, as was proposed, to show that it is indeed a very great and considerable matter, worthy of our most serious Consideration and the regard of our whole Lives, which I intend to do, by setting it out in the Particulars, which are exprest or intimated concerning it in our present Text,
I now proceed, as was proposed, to show that it is indeed a very great and considerable matter, worthy of our most serious Consideration and the regard of our Whole Lives, which I intend to do, by setting it out in the Particulars, which Are expressed or intimated Concerning it in our present Text,
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and further than that we need not go for this purpose. They are these following: (1.) The Lord Jesus Christ will be the Judge in that Day;
and further than that we need not go for this purpose. They Are these following: (1.) The Lord jesus christ will be the Judge in that Day;
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'tis said we must appear before the Judgment-Seat of Christ; And this is very considerable.
it's said we must appear before the Judgment seat of christ; And this is very considerable.
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For the Scripture tells us, He shall come in the Glory of his Father and all the Holy Angels with Him;
For the Scripture tells us, He shall come in the Glory of his Father and all the Holy Angels with Him;
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a wonderfully Glorious, and Amazing Appearance this must be;
a wonderfully Glorious, and Amazing Appearance this must be;
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when all the Glory of Heaven (as we may say) shall break forth at once.
when all the Glory of Heaven (as we may say) shall break forth At once.
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An Innumerable Company of bright Angels shall attend him;
an Innumerable Company of bright Angels shall attend him;
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those excellent Creatures who are the greatest Beauty of the Creation, and who have each of them so much Glory as that a mortal Eye could not bear the View of one of them.
those excellent Creatures who Are the greatest Beauty of the Creation, and who have each of them so much Glory as that a Mortal Eye could not bear the View of one of them.
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And how much greater than all this, may we suppose will be the Glory of the Judge himself whose Deity shall irradiate his Humanity,
And how much greater than all this, may we suppose will be the Glory of the Judge himself whose Deity shall irradiate his Humanity,
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and cloath it as it were with unspeakable Splendor.
and cloth it as it were with unspeakable Splendour.
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In that day what a Condition shall we be in if we have not some likeness to the glorious Company? How asham'd and confounded shall we be before them,
In that day what a Condition shall we be in if we have not Some likeness to the glorious Company? How ashamed and confounded shall we be before them,
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if we are not bright and shining too.
if we Are not bright and shining too.
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The Just indeed shall be raised in Glory, but the Wicked we may conclude will have a very deformed, dismal and unlike Appearance.
The Just indeed shall be raised in Glory, but the Wicked we may conclude will have a very deformed, dismal and unlike Appearance.
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He (let us consider) will be Judge who is just and righteous, who loves righteousness and hates iniquity, and will judge the world in righteousness.
He (let us Consider) will be Judge who is just and righteous, who loves righteousness and hates iniquity, and will judge the world in righteousness.
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Then we may be sure he will value nothing but Piety and Vertue, nothing else shall have any Honour or Reward in that Day:
Then we may be sure he will valve nothing but Piety and Virtue, nothing Else shall have any Honour or Reward in that Day:
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He is no respecter of Persons, regards not the little greatness of this World: Wealth cannot bribe him, Honour and high Birth cannot sway him to favour.
He is no respecter of Persons, regards not the little greatness of this World: Wealth cannot bribe him, Honour and high Birth cannot sway him to favour.
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The pure and clean, the just and the mercifull shall be regarded more than such; the righteous are with Him, the excellent of the earth; only such shall be favoured.
The pure and clean, the just and the merciful shall be regarded more than such; the righteous Are with Him, the excellent of the earth; only such shall be favoured.
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To despise the great things of the World is more honourable in his account than to pursue and gain them;
To despise the great things of the World is more honourable in his account than to pursue and gain them;
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and the heavenly Mind will be most approved in that day.
and the heavenly Mind will be most approved in that day.
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What wealth and honours we had will not avail us, nor what we used in the service of our own lusts or humours;
What wealth and honours we had will not avail us, nor what we used in the service of our own Lustiest or humours;
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but rather, what was employed and spent in the Service of God, to promote his Worship and Honour, and to comfort his Servants.
but rather, what was employed and spent in the Service of God, to promote his Worship and Honour, and to Comfort his Servants.
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He (let us consider) will be Judge, who is God as well as Man;
He (let us Consider) will be Judge, who is God as well as Man;
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and as God knows us altogether;
and as God knows us altogether;
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all things are naked and open before him, so that we cannot in the least conceal our selves from him.
all things Are naked and open before him, so that we cannot in the least conceal our selves from him.
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And then, as he is able to know us, so he is (as God) able abundantly to reward or punish;
And then, as he is able to know us, so he is (as God) able abundantly to reward or Punish;
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He can dispose of us as he pleases, and make his Sentence take effect whatever it is:
He can dispose of us as he Pleases, and make his Sentence take Effect whatever it is:
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And certainly very terrible he must needs be in his Wrath, and very wonderfull in his Favour;
And Certainly very terrible he must needs be in his Wrath, and very wonderful in his Favour;
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He will punish, we may expect, and reward too, like a God. Oh how great and considerable then must the issue of his Judgment be.
He will Punish, we may expect, and reward too, like a God. O how great and considerable then must the issue of his Judgement be.
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He will come to be our Judge (let us consider) who was offered to us for a Saviour.
He will come to be our Judge (let us Consider) who was offered to us for a Saviour.
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And this must needs be well for them who have received him as such, who have accepted his Salvation upon the terms proposed, who have repented of their Sins,
And this must needs be well for them who have received him as such, who have accepted his Salvation upon the terms proposed, who have repented of their Sins,
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and set themselves to obey and follow him.
and Set themselves to obey and follow him.
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But what a Confusion must they be in who have slighted the Invitations of his Gospel, who would not part with their Sins,
But what a Confusion must they be in who have slighted the Invitations of his Gospel, who would not part with their Sins,
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nor value Heaven, or receive the Salvation which he offered upon reasonable terms? These will be reckoned to have despised the Purchases of his precious Blood and the Offers of his most obliging Love;
nor valve Heaven, or receive the Salvation which he offered upon reasonable terms? These will be reckoned to have despised the Purchases of his precious Blood and the Offers of his most obliging Love;
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to have renewed his dying Griefs, to have crucified him afresh, and put him again to shame.
to have renewed his dying Griefs, to have Crucified him afresh, and put him again to shame.
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And what favour can such now expect from him, who have thus despised his Favour? He does not come now to offer those despised Benefits any more,
And what favour can such now expect from him, who have thus despised his Favour? He does not come now to offer those despised Benefits any more,
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but to judge Men according to their deserts.
but to judge Men according to their deserts.
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And certainly the greater Kindness and Favour we have despised and abused, the greater Wrath and Indignation we must expect to meet with in that Day.
And Certainly the greater Kindness and Favour we have despised and abused, the greater Wrath and Indignation we must expect to meet with in that Day.
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2. We are farther told in our Text, That All Mankind are the Persons that shall be judged.
2. We Are farther told in our Text, That All Mankind Are the Persons that shall be judged.
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And this also is very well worth our considering.
And this also is very well worth our considering.
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When every person may say, I am one of those that shall stand before the Judgment-seat of Christ:
When every person may say, I am one of those that shall stand before the Judgment seat of christ:
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The Judge will not excuse or forget me.
The Judge will not excuse or forget me.
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Whether I can give a good account of my Actions or not, yet I shall be judged for them.
Whither I can give a good account of my Actions or not, yet I shall be judged for them.
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And I shall be judged before all the World:
And I shall be judged before all the World:
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All the Angels that shall attend the Judge, and all the Men that will appear to be judged shall be Witnesses of my Doom,
All the Angels that shall attend the Judge, and all the Men that will appear to be judged shall be Witnesses of my Doom,
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and shall know the Justice of it.
and shall know the justice of it.
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Before all these shall I be applauded, honoured and rewarded, if I am found to have done well;
Before all these shall I be applauded, honoured and rewarded, if I am found to have done well;
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and before all shall I be despised, shamed and condemned, if I have done ill. We must all appear before the judgment-seat of Christ;
and before all shall I be despised, shamed and condemned, if I have done ill. We must all appear before the judgment seat of christ;
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But then there will be a Separation made between the Righteous and the Wicked.
But then there will be a Separation made between the Righteous and the Wicked.
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The Righteous shall be placed in Honour, at the right hand of the Judge, the Wicked shall be left in disgrace at his left hand,
The Righteous shall be placed in Honour, At the right hand of the Judge, the Wicked shall be left in disgrace At his left hand,
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as he tells us, Matt. 25.32, 33. And how sensible will it be and grievous,
as he tells us, Matt. 25.32, 33. And how sensible will it be and grievous,
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for the Proud to see those honoured whom they despised, and themselves under contempt and disgrace!
for the Proud to see those honoured whom they despised, and themselves under contempt and disgrace!
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How will the great Men of the Earth be confounded to see some of the meanest,
How will the great Men of the Earth be confounded to see Some of the Meanest,
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and perhaps their Vassals and Servants, placed among the glorious Angels, and set on Thrones above,
and perhaps their Vassals and Servants, placed among the glorious Angels, and Set on Thrones above,
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while they stand below, among the hated and abject Crew of Devils!
while they stand below, among the hated and abject Crew of Devils!
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What an ungratefull Sight will it be, for those Tyrants, that have cruelly oppress'd and wronged their Subjects, to see them now advanced and honoured above them? and for those rebellious Subjects, who deposed and murthered their Prince, to see him now restored to Life again,
What an ungrateful Sighed will it be, for those Tyrants, that have cruelly oppressed and wronged their Subject's, to see them now advanced and honoured above them? and for those rebellious Subject's, who deposed and murdered their Prince, to see him now restored to Life again,
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and dignified with a Crown of everlasting Glory? The Company we shall meet will revive the Remembrance of our good or evil Deeds,
and dignified with a Crown of everlasting Glory? The Company we shall meet will revive the Remembrance of our good or evil deeds,
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and so it will signifie much towards the Joys or Terrours of that Day.
and so it will signify much towards the Joys or Terrors of that Day.
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3. Another thing observable in the Text is, The Business or End of the last Judgment.
3. another thing observable in the Text is, The Business or End of the last Judgement.
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This is intimated in those words, That every one may receive the things done in his body, according to what he hath done,
This is intimated in those words, That every one may receive the things done in his body, according to what he hath done,
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whether it be good or bad. whither it be good or bad.
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Every one shall be judged to receive according as the main tenor and course of his Life on Earth hath been, and does deserve.
Every one shall be judged to receive according as the main tenor and course of his Life on Earth hath been, and does deserve.
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Now this Expression, I think, may be reckoned to contain and intimate these following Particulars:
Now this Expression, I think, may be reckoned to contain and intimate these following Particulars:
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(1.) That there will be an Examination or the Taking an account of all the Affairs and Concerns of Men.
(1.) That there will be an Examination or the Taking an account of all the Affairs and Concerns of Men.
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This is evidently taught us in our Saviour's Parable, Matt. 25.14. &c. by which he designed to represent the future Judgment.
This is evidently taught us in our Saviour's Parable, Matt. 25.14. etc. by which he designed to represent the future Judgement.
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Of a Man travelling into a far Country, and committing to his Servants the mean while his Goods, to be used and improved by them to some advantage for him.
Of a Man traveling into a Far Country, and committing to his Servants the mean while his Goods, to be used and improved by them to Some advantage for him.
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So God gives us all we have, and he gives all to be employed in his Service and to his Glory:
So God gives us all we have, and he gives all to be employed in his Service and to his Glory:
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And he will call us to an account hereafter for all that we have received.
And he will call us to an account hereafter for all that we have received.
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Men are greatly mistaken when they think themselves and what they have to be their own,
Men Are greatly mistaken when they think themselves and what they have to be their own,
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and that they may doe with all what they please. No, these things are all his goods, or talents;
and that they may do with all what they please. No, these things Are all his goods, or Talents;
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they are intrusted with them by the great Lord and the universal Proprietor of the World,
they Are Entrusted with them by the great Lord and the universal Proprietor of the World,
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and they must give an account to Him how they have used them.
and they must give an account to Him how they have used them.
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It will then be enquired into, and remembred in that Day, what temporal or spiritual Goods we have received from God:
It will then be inquired into, and remembered in that Day, what temporal or spiritual Goods we have received from God:
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What the nature and tendency of all the divine Dispensations towards us has been through the whole course of our Lives: What Encouragements and Obligations;
What the nature and tendency of all the divine Dispensations towards us has been through the Whole course of our Lives: What Encouragements and Obligations;
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what Helps and Assistances, what Power and Opportunity we have enjoyed of glorifying God and doing good.
what Helps and Assistances, what Power and Opportunity we have enjoyed of glorifying God and doing good.
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The great Judge will take notice, what Means of knowing our Duty, and what Knowledge of it we had, and how we used both.
The great Judge will take notice, what Means of knowing our Duty, and what Knowledge of it we had, and how we used both.
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It will be remembred, what time, what health and strength, what wisdom or learning, what wealth and riches, what place and authority among Men we had in the World.
It will be remembered, what time, what health and strength, what Wisdom or learning, what wealth and riches, what place and Authority among Men we had in the World.
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Whatever we had which might any ways have been used and applied to the honour of God,
Whatever we had which might any ways have been used and applied to the honour of God,
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and the good of Mankind, shall be taken notice of in that Day; and certainly to whom much was given, of him much shall be required.
and the good of Mankind, shall be taken notice of in that Day; and Certainly to whom much was given, of him much shall be required.
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And when thus an Account is taken of what we have received from God, It will also be observed and remembred, what we have done.
And when thus an Account is taken of what we have received from God, It will also be observed and remembered, what we have done.
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All our behaviour in every part and aspect of it, in every age, and station, and condition of Life, shall be remembred and taken notice of.
All our behaviour in every part and aspect of it, in every age, and station, and condition of Life, shall be remembered and taken notice of.
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Though we, foolish and heedless Creatures, take little notice of our selves, and soon forget what we doe;
Though we, foolish and heedless Creatures, take little notice of our selves, and soon forget what we do;
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yet there is a sure and faithfull Record of all kept in the Court of Heaven, in the divine Omniscience.
yet there is a sure and faithful Record of all kept in the Court of Heaven, in the divine Omniscience.
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We shall certainly be judged for our Thoughts. It will be examined, What the general nature and tendency of them has been.
We shall Certainly be judged for our Thoughts. It will be examined, What the general nature and tendency of them has been.
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Whether they have run continually upon the Stream of Self-love or of Love to God.
Whither they have run continually upon the Stream of Self-love or of Love to God.
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Whether they have commonly proposed his Will, or our own, his Glory, or the gratifying our own Lusts and Humours and worldly Interests, as the end of our Actions.
Whither they have commonly proposed his Will, or our own, his Glory, or the gratifying our own Lustiest and Humours and worldly Interests, as the end of our Actions.
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The secret Springs of all our Actions will be look'd into.
The secret Springs of all our Actions will be looked into.
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Therefore 'tis said, God shall make manifest the counsels of the hearts of men, 1 Cor. 4.5. And Solomon says, Eccles. 12.13. He will bring every secret thing into Judgment, whether good or evil;
Therefore it's said, God shall make manifest the Counsels of the hearts of men, 1 Cor. 4.5. And Solomon Says, Eccles. 12.13. He will bring every secret thing into Judgement, whither good or evil;
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which a Learned Father (present Bishop of Ely ) understands thus; No evil thing, though only designed, and never actually committed, shall go unpunished;
which a Learned Father (present Bishop of Ely) understands thus; No evil thing, though only designed, and never actually committed, shall go unpunished;
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and no good thing, though only heartily intended, for want of Power to accomplish it, shall be unrewarded.
and no good thing, though only heartily intended, for want of Power to accomplish it, shall be unrewarded.
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And as our Thoughts, so also our Words shall be taken notice of and remembred in that Day;
And as our Thoughts, so also our Words shall be taken notice of and remembered in that Day;
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For by these also we shall then be justified or condemned, as our Saviour teaches us, Matt. 12.37.
For by these also we shall then be justified or condemned, as our Saviour Teaches us, Matt. 12.37.
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Then shall Sinners be convinced of all their hard speeches which they have spoken against him, as the Apostle Jude says.
Then shall Sinners be convinced of all their hard Speeches which they have spoken against him, as the Apostle U^de Says.
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Then the Blasphemies against God, the Cavils at his Truths, the Scoffs at his Religion, the bold Oaths and Curses, the Perjuries and Lyes, the Slanders and Reproaches which Men have been guilty of shall be remembred.
Then the Blasphemies against God, the Cavils At his Truths, the Scoffs At his Religion, the bold Oaths and Curses, the Perjuries and Lies, the Slanders and Reproaches which Men have been guilty of shall be remembered.
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And as our Words, so all our Actions shall in that Day be taken notice of.
And as our Words, so all our Actions shall in that Day be taken notice of.
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And ungodly men shall be convinced of all their ungodly deeds which they have impiously committed, as is farther said in the Epistle of St. Jude. So our Text likewise tells us, we must receive according to what we have done in the flesh.
And ungodly men shall be convinced of all their ungodly Deeds which they have impiously committed, as is farther said in the Epistle of Saint U^de. So our Text likewise tells us, we must receive according to what we have done in the Flesh.
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The good Actions then of good Men shall be taken notice of to their Honour; Those done in secret shall be openly applauded.
The good Actions then of good Men shall be taken notice of to their Honour; Those done in secret shall be openly applauded.
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And all the evil Actions of wicked Men shall be taken notice of to their Disgrace,
And all the evil Actions of wicked Men shall be taken notice of to their Disgrace,
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and their secret Sins be made manifest to the World, and be condemned before them.
and their secret Sins be made manifest to the World, and be condemned before them.
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That which they would not hear of before from the most gentle and kind reproofs of Friends in private, they shall now be upbraided with,
That which they would not hear of before from the most gentle and kind reproofs of Friends in private, they shall now be upbraided with,
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and condemned for by the righteous Judge, before all the World. But how will this amaze and confound them?
and condemned for by the righteous Judge, before all the World. But how will this amaze and confound them?
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In this Examination of our Actions it seems to be intimated in Holy Scripture, That the Sins which are sincerely repented of and forsaken shall be pass'd over in silence, and shall not be mentioned.
In this Examination of our Actions it seems to be intimated in Holy Scripture, That the Sins which Are sincerely repented of and forsaken shall be passed over in silence, and shall not be mentioned.
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Thus in Matth. 25. in our Saviour's account of the Last Judgment there is no mention at all made of any Failings or Sins of those who are set at the right Hand of the Judge.
Thus in Matthew 25. in our Saviour's account of the Last Judgement there is no mention At all made of any Failings or Sins of those who Are Set At the right Hand of the Judge.
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And in Ezek. 18. v. 21, 22. 'tis said, If the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, they shall not be mentioned unto him.
And in Ezekiel 18. v. 21, 22. it's said, If the wicked will turn from all his Sins that he hath committed, they shall not be mentioned unto him.
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And this perhaps may be intimated when the forgiveness of Sin is called a covering of it, as in Psal. 32.1. and a blotting of it out, as Acts 3.19. Nothing can prevent the remembring them against us to our utter confusion, but to repent and forsake them;
And this perhaps may be intimated when the forgiveness of since is called a covering of it, as in Psalm 32.1. and a blotting of it out, as Acts 3.19. Nothing can prevent the remembering them against us to our utter confusion, but to Repent and forsake them;
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and this we may believe will prevent it.
and this we may believe will prevent it.
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2. The Examination of our Behaviour will be attended with a just and right Censure of what we have done.
2. The Examination of our Behaviour will be attended with a just and right Censure of what we have done.
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Our good shall in that be certainly called and judged to be good; and our evil shall as certainly be censured as evil:
Our good shall in that be Certainly called and judged to be good; and our evil shall as Certainly be censured as evil:
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that is, the Day of righteous Judgment, of just discriminating and differencing of things.
that is, the Day of righteous Judgement, of just discriminating and differencing of things.
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In this World oftentimes is Evil exalted and commended as Good, and Good reviled under the name of Evil;
In this World oftentimes is Evil exalted and commended as Good, and Good reviled under the name of Evil;
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but all the perverse and partial Judgments of Mankind in this matter shall then be discovered and shamed.
but all the perverse and partial Judgments of Mankind in this matter shall then be discovered and shamed.
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The good Actions which were darkned and obscured by the Slanders, Misrepresentations and Misunderstanding of envious, malicious or ignorant Men, shall then shine forth in their true lustre;
The good Actions which were darkened and obscured by the Slanders, Misrepresentations and Misunderstanding of envious, malicious or ignorant Men, shall then shine forth in their true lustre;
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The righteous and wise Judge shall own and approve their Goodness before all the World.
The righteous and wise Judge shall own and approve their goodness before all the World.
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And on the other side, Those evil Actions which craft and hypocrisie and worldly design had speciously painted and disguised with fair pretences and good names, shall then be unmasked,
And on the other side, Those evil Actions which craft and hypocrisy and worldly Design had speciously painted and disguised with fair pretences and good names, shall then be unmasked,
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and be shown in all their deformity and vileness.
and be shown in all their deformity and vileness.
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Some Men, out of Pride and Self-conceit, because they will not believe they can be mistaken,
some Men, out of Pride and Self-conceit, Because they will not believe they can be mistaken,
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or out of a mere wilfulness and obstinacy of temper will not fairly and impartially consider their ways;
or out of a mere wilfulness and obstinacy of temper will not fairly and impartially Consider their ways;
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or their worldly interest, as they have placed it, byasses their Judgments:
or their worldly Interest, as they have placed it, Byasses their Judgments:
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And thus they come to cry up their Evil as Good, they harden themselves in it,
And thus they come to cry up their Evil as Good, they harden themselves in it,
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and are zealous to promote it.
and Are zealous to promote it.
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And thus is there a way that seemeth right to a man, but the ends thereof are the ways of death, Prov. 16.25.
And thus is there a Way that seems right to a man, but the ends thereof Are the ways of death, Curae 16.25.
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When all things come under this righteous Censure at last.
When all things come under this righteous Censure At last.
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Then shall many who thought themselves mightily in favour with God, be reckoned among Evildoers, as is foretold Matt. 7.23.
Then shall many who Thought themselves mightily in favour with God, be reckoned among Evildoers, as is foretold Matt. 7.23.
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And certainly this just Censure of all our Actions is a thing worth our considering; since this will unavoidably be, we should very carefully examine them our selves;
And Certainly this just Censure of all our Actions is a thing worth our considering; since this will avoidable be, we should very carefully examine them our selves;
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and we should rather be severe than favourable in our Censure of them, because we are apt to judge partially of our selves.
and we should rather be severe than favourable in our Censure of them, Because we Are apt to judge partially of our selves.
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Let us consider what a Confusion it would put us into to meet with an unexpected Condemnation;
Let us Consider what a Confusion it would put us into to meet with an unexpected Condemnation;
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to be rejected, and despised, and condemned as Evil-doers, for those things which we thought were done well,
to be rejected, and despised, and condemned as Evildoers, for those things which we Thought were done well,
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and expected for them to have been praised and rewarded.
and expected for them to have been praised and rewarded.
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(3.) In the last place, It will be the business of that great Day, to pass a Sentence and Doom upon all Persons according as upon Examination and Censure they shall be found to have deserved.
(3.) In the last place, It will be the business of that great Day, to pass a Sentence and Doom upon all Persons according as upon Examination and Censure they shall be found to have deserved.
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And this too is a very considerable part of the Transaction;
And this too is a very considerable part of the Transaction;
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as will appear if we deliberately meditate but a little upon the two vastly differing and important Sentences which shall be then pronounced upon the good Men and the bad.
as will appear if we deliberately meditate but a little upon the two vastly differing and important Sentences which shall be then pronounced upon the good Men and the bad.
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To those that shall be found and judged to have done well it shall be said, Come ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the World, as our Saviour tells us, Matth. 25.34. Every word of this Sentence carries Comfort and Joy in it;
To those that shall be found and judged to have done well it shall be said, Come you blessed of my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the Foundation of the World, as our Saviour tells us, Matthew 25.34. Every word of this Sentence carries Comfort and Joy in it;
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every word expresses transporting Love and Kindness.
every word Expresses transporting Love and Kindness.
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The Judge invites them to be with him, to dwell in the same Glory and Bliss where he does.
The Judge invites them to be with him, to dwell in the same Glory and Bliss where he does.
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He calls them, Ye blessed of my Father, Ye peculiar Favourites of Heaven; Ye were despised of the World, but now, before all Men, ye shall be honoured;
He calls them, You blessed of my Father, You peculiar Favourites of Heaven; You were despised of the World, but now, before all Men, you shall be honoured;
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and it shall be seen that Heaven values none but you.
and it shall be seen that Heaven value's none but you.
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Inherit the kingdom: It's not, Receive to use and to give an account of it hereafter;Inherit the Kingdom: It's not, Receive to use and to give an account of it hereafter;
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but, Possess as your own, as an Inheritance and Patrimony: And an Inheritance it is that shall never fade away, that is incorruptible, because undefiled,
but, Possess as your own, as an Inheritance and Patrimony: And an Inheritance it is that shall never fade away, that is incorruptible, Because undefiled,
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as the Apostle speaks, 1 Pet. 1.4. What could be spoken more significant and great than a Kingdom:
as the Apostle speaks, 1 Pet. 1.4. What could be spoken more significant and great than a Kingdom:
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It shows that great Honour and Rewards shall then be bestowed on good Men:
It shows that great Honour and Rewards shall then be bestowed on good Men:
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They shall be called from Labour to Rest, from War and Conflict to Triumph over all their Enemies, from a Cross to a Crown.
They shall be called from Labour to Rest, from War and Conflict to Triumph over all their Enemies, from a Cross to a Crown.
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They were called to his Kingdom and Glory, and obeyed the Call;
They were called to his Kingdom and Glory, and obeyed the Call;
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They were bid to seek first and chiefly the Kingdom of God and the Righteousness thereof,
They were bid to seek First and chiefly the Kingdom of God and the Righteousness thereof,
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and they did so, and are now brought into the possession of it. They have perhaps suffered with Christ, and shall now reign with Him.
and they did so, and Are now brought into the possession of it. They have perhaps suffered with christ, and shall now Reign with Him.
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The Judge shall set them first in Judgment with Himself on the wicked World; to judge their unjust Judges, to condemn with him, their unrighteous Enemies;
The Judge shall Set them First in Judgement with Himself on the wicked World; to judge their unjust Judges, to condemn with him, their unrighteous Enemies;
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to see and applaud the Contempt of those that despised them, and the Punishment and Destruction of those that tormented and wronged them.
to see and applaud the Contempt of those that despised them, and the Punishment and Destruction of those that tormented and wronged them.
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And then they shall enter into their Master's joy.
And then they shall enter into their Masters joy.
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They shall enter and take possession of that blissfull State which from the foundation of the World was designed to reward those of Mankind which should live well on Earth, to which,
They shall enter and take possession of that blissful State which from the Foundation of the World was designed to reward those of Mankind which should live well on Earth, to which,
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if we had not sinned, we should all have been removed by an easie translation after a time:
if we had not sinned, we should all have been removed by an easy Translation After a time:
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which though all Men have forfeited by Sin, those shall recover, through the Merits of Jesus Christ, who have forsaken their Sins,
which though all Men have forfeited by since, those shall recover, through the Merits of jesus christ, who have forsaken their Sins,
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and returned to Holiness and Vertue. Let us now consider also briefly the Sentence which will be pass'd upon bad Men,
and returned to Holiness and Virtue. Let us now Consider also briefly the Sentence which will be passed upon bad Men,
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as our Saviour represents it, Matth. 25.41. To them, after Examination and Censure of their Lives, it will be said, Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the Devil and his Angels.
as our Saviour represents it, Matthew 25.41. To them, After Examination and Censure of their Lives, it will be said, Depart from me, you cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels.
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And what Heaps of wo and sorrow does this dismal Sentence contain!
And what Heaps of woe and sorrow does this dismal Sentence contain!
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Every word in it will appear a Load of wo, if it be duly weighed and considered, Depart from me, is, Depart from Heaven and all its Joys, from the Happiness which your Nature was originally intended to possess;
Every word in it will appear a Load of woe, if it be duly weighed and considered, Depart from me, is, Depart from Heaven and all its Joys, from the Happiness which your Nature was originally intended to possess;
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to depart from unspeakable and endless Joy and Felicity.
to depart from unspeakable and endless Joy and Felicity.
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And the Justice of this will be evident, in that it will appear, that they in the time of their Life had said to the Judge himself, Depart from us, we desire not the Knowledge of thy Ways;
And the justice of this will be evident, in that it will appear, that they in the time of their Life had said to the Judge himself, Depart from us, we desire not the Knowledge of thy Ways;
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they shewed themselves to have no Desire or Love to his Presence and Communion:
they showed themselves to have no Desire or Love to his Presence and Communion:
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they wilfully shunn'd it, and therefore declined and cared not for his House and Ordinances where he especially manifests himself.
they wilfully shunned it, and Therefore declined and cared not for his House and Ordinances where he especially manifests himself.
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To them therefore he now says, Depart from me, Ye cursed, You that are now utterly cast out of Favour;
To them Therefore he now Says, Depart from me, You cursed, You that Are now utterly cast out of Favour;
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Ye are vile and abject, and must never expect to have any Offers of Favour or Mercy any more.
You Are vile and abject, and must never expect to have any Offers of Favour or Mercy any more.
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Into everlasting fire. Depart not to your former Habitations and pleasant Circumstances in which ye lived on Earth:Into everlasting fire. Depart not to your former Habitations and pleasant circumstances in which you lived on Earth:
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not to fine Houses, plenteous Tables, full Bowls of rich Wines, great Offices and Dignities:
not to fine Houses, plenteous Tables, full Bowls of rich Wines, great Offices and Dignities:
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but to eternal Ignominy and Contempt, to fast in Fires, to lie down chained in Darkness and Flames, to a gloomy Prison and exquisite Tortures, from whence you shall never be released.
but to Eternal Ignominy and Contempt, to fast in Fires, to lie down chained in Darkness and Flames, to a gloomy Prison and exquisite Tortures, from whence you shall never be released.
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Go to the Punishments prepared for the apostate Spirits:
Go to the Punishments prepared for the apostate Spirits:
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Dwell with them in Misery whom ye have chosen to imitate and follow in Sin and Rebellion against your Creatour and Lord.
Dwell with them in Misery whom you have chosen to imitate and follow in since and Rebellion against your Creator and Lord.
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Go to those ye are like.
Go to those you Are like.
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Dwell with those that hate you, that have sought your ruin, and will triumph over you in it.
Dwell with those that hate you, that have sought your ruin, and will triumph over you in it.
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And be as miserable among them as mutual Hatred and Contentions, as the Scorns and Insultings of Enemies,
And be as miserable among them as mutual Hatred and Contentions, as the Scorns and Insultings of Enemies,
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and the Upbraidings and Revilings of each other in a most unsociable Society can make ye.
and the Upbraidings and Revilings of each other in a most unsociable Society can make you.
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And dwell in all this Misery and Vexation for ever. Thus is the Wo and Horrour of this Sentence fortified on every part;
And dwell in all this Misery and Vexation for ever. Thus is the Woe and Horror of this Sentence fortified on every part;
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and it cuts off the Sinner from having one comfortable thought or expectation concerning his everlasting Condition.
and it cuts off the Sinner from having one comfortable Thought or expectation Concerning his everlasting Condition.
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These Sentences being pass'd, The wicked shall go-away into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into life eternal, as our Saviour tells us, Matth. 25.46.
These Sentences being passed, The wicked shall go-away into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into life Eternal, as our Saviour tells us, Matthew 25.46.
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And then we may reasonably suppose, It is not possible for us now to conceive or express the mighty Joy which shall fill the Hearts of the Just;
And then we may reasonably suppose, It is not possible for us now to conceive or express the mighty Joy which shall fill the Hearts of the Just;
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which shall appear in their Countenances, and break forth in rapturous Songs of Love, and Praise to the great and kind Author of their Salvation.
which shall appear in their Countenances, and break forth in rapturous Songs of Love, and Praise to the great and kind Author of their Salvation.
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Nor, on the other hand, can we now be sensible of that deadly Sorrow and Anguish, that dismal Despair which shall then possess and torment the Souls of Sinners,
Nor, on the other hand, can we now be sensible of that deadly Sorrow and Anguish, that dismal Despair which shall then possess and torment the Souls of Sinners,
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and appear in their most frightfull and gastly looks, and break forth in howling Complaints and Cursings of themselves and one another.
and appear in their most frightful and ghastly looks, and break forth in howling Complaints and Cursings of themselves and one Another.
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But these things we shall doe well to fix our Minds upon sometimes in private and deliberate Meditation:
But these things we shall do well to fix our Minds upon sometime in private and deliberate Meditation:
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that we might so be brought to regard them through the whole course of our Lives, which is the Use that we ought to make of them.
that we might so be brought to regard them through the Whole course of our Lives, which is the Use that we ought to make of them.
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And every Man, to make himself duly sensible of these things, should suppose himself in these Circumstances;
And every Man, to make himself duly sensible of these things, should suppose himself in these circumstances;
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and say, What if it should be my Lot to be thus condemned, or to be thus honoured and rewarded? To which of these two Fates does my rate and course of living tend to bring me?
and say, What if it should be my Lot to be thus condemned, or to be thus honoured and rewarded? To which of these two Fates does my rate and course of living tend to bring me?
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If a Man finds upon a serious Examination of himself, that he is in the Ways of Piety, and Vertue, and Duty;
If a Man finds upon a serious Examination of himself, that he is in the Ways of Piety, and Virtue, and Duty;
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he may then encourage and confirm himself in those Ways with such Thoughts as these:
he may then encourage and confirm himself in those Ways with such Thoughts as these:
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Suppose my pure Soul were now entring my raised and refined Body which will shine with a pleasing Lustre and Glory, which shall dissolve no more;
Suppose my pure Soul were now entering my raised and refined Body which will shine with a pleasing Lustre and Glory, which shall dissolve no more;
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but shall be for ever the honourable, glorious and convenient Habitation of my Soul:
but shall be for ever the honourable, glorious and convenient Habitation of my Soul:
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What if I were now lifted up into the Air, to meet my Judge, in the Company of loving and glorious Angels;
What if I were now lifted up into the Air, to meet my Judge, in the Company of loving and glorious Angels;
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to meet my Judge, did I say, 'tis to meet my Saviour and Friend:
to meet my Judge, did I say, it's to meet my Saviour and Friend:
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He who has wish'd for this time to show the utmost Kindness which his great Love intends me;
He who has wished for this time to show the utmost Kindness which his great Love intends me;
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to meet my Lord and Master, whom I have obeyed and served, whose Honour and Interest I have pleaded for in the World,
to meet my Lord and Master, whom I have obeyed and served, whose Honour and Interest I have pleaded for in the World,
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and, to the best of my power, have promoted and defended:
and, to the best of my power, have promoted and defended:
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I go to meet him whom I have chiefly loved, and have longed to see him in this Royalty and Glory:
I go to meet him whom I have chiefly loved, and have longed to see him in this Royalty and Glory:
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I am going to be judged;
I am going to be judged;
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that is, to be caress'd by the greatest Lover, to receive the Expressions of his Favour,
that is, to be caressed by the greatest Lover, to receive the Expressions of his Favour,
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and the bounteous Rewards of a God: to receive publick Honour, and Approbation, and Applause.
and the bounteous Rewards of a God: to receive public Honour, and Approbation, and Applause.
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Suppose I were now sitting enthroned by him, while some of the great, the mighty and the honourable of the World stand below;
Suppose I were now sitting Enthroned by him, while Some of the great, the mighty and the honourable of the World stand below;
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that I now saw the Enemies and Persecutors of my Lord, and his Officers and Vicegerents and of his Religion in the World, brought forth,
that I now saw the Enemies and Persecutors of my Lord, and his Officers and Vicegerents and of his Religion in the World, brought forth,
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and censured, and condemned to eternal Shame, and Confusion, and Misery: Suppose now the great Transaction over; all the Company dispers'd;
and censured, and condemned to Eternal Shame, and Confusion, and Misery: Suppose now the great Transaction over; all the Company dispersed;
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and I were seeing bad Men and Devils drove away from the Tribunal, to their everlasting Prison:
and I were seeing bad Men and Devils drove away from the Tribunal, to their everlasting Prison:
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And I were now marching in a long Train of Angels and Saints, bright, glorious, happy and rejoycing Creatures, amidst ten thousand times ten thousand,
And I were now marching in a long Train of Angels and Saints, bright, glorious, happy and rejoicing Creatures, amid ten thousand times ten thousand,
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and thousands of thousands of them, Rev. 5.11.and thousands of thousands of them, Rev. 5.11.
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And with them singing with transport and rapture their Hymns of Praise, and saying, Worthy is the Lamb that was slain, to receive power,
And with them singing with transport and rapture their Hymns of Praise, and saying, Worthy is the Lamb that was slave, to receive power,
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and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing, verse 12. And blessing, and glory, and wisdom,
and riches, and Wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing, verse 12. And blessing, and glory, and Wisdom,
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and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might be unto our God for ever and ever, Rev. 7.12. He that can suppose himself in these joyfull Circumstances, and can upon good Grounds expect them;and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might be unto our God for ever and ever, Rev. 7.12. He that can suppose himself in these joyful circumstances, and can upon good Grounds expect them;
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must needs be encouraged in his good Course of living whatever the present Difficulties and Inconveniences of it are.
must needs be encouraged in his good Course of living whatever the present Difficulties and Inconveniences of it Are.
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And if on the other side one that is habituated and enslaved to any course of wickedness would but deliberately suppose himself in the dismal Circumstances of Sinners at that Day, which are the Circumstances that do belong to him,
And if on the other side one that is habituated and enslaved to any course of wickedness would but deliberately suppose himself in the dismal circumstances of Sinners At that Day, which Are the circumstances that do belong to him,
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and which he must unavoidably fall into unless he will leave his Sins; this sure must be able to scare him out of them.
and which he must avoidable fallen into unless he will leave his Sins; this sure must be able to scare him out of them.
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Let the Sinner then deliberately suppose himself in these Circumstances, that so he may make himself carefull not to fall into them.
Let the Sinner then deliberately suppose himself in these circumstances, that so he may make himself careful not to fallen into them.
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Let him say to himself, What if now I were raised from the Sleep of Death by the loud Summons of the Arch-angel!
Let him say to himself, What if now I were raised from the Sleep of Death by the loud Summons of the Archangel!
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What if now this Sound were in my Ears, Arise ye Dead, and come before the Judgment-seat of Christ.
What if now this Found were in my Ears, Arise you Dead, and come before the Judgment seat of christ.
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Suppose I did now see the Heavens fly away before the awfull presence of my Judge,
Suppose I did now see the Heavens fly away before the awful presence of my Judge,
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and every mountain and island removed out of their places.
and every mountain and island removed out of their places.
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Suppose I were among the multitude of Sinners, with kings of the earth and great men,
Suppose I were among the multitude of Sinners, with Kings of the earth and great men,
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and rich men, and chief captains, and mighty men, and every bond-man, and every free-man, all hudled together, all levelled and equalled now:and rich men, and chief Captains, and mighty men, and every bondman, and every freeman, all huddled together, all leveled and equaled now:
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that I were among them endeavouring to hide our selves in Mountains, and Dens, and Caves of the Earth:
that I were among them endeavouring to hide our selves in Mountains, and Dens, and Caves of the Earth:
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saying to the mountains, fall on us, and to the hills, cover us from the face of him that sitteth on the throne, saying to the Mountains, fallen on us, and to the hills, cover us from the face of him that Sitteth on the throne,
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and from the wrath of the Lamb, for the great day of his wrath is come,
and from the wrath of the Lamb, for the great day of his wrath is come,
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and who shall be able to stand, Rev. 6.14, &c. Suppose I were forced among the Herds of frighted, trembling and amazed Sinners, my self in as much fear and amazement as any,and who shall be able to stand, Rev. 6.14, etc. Suppose I were forced among the Herds of frighted, trembling and amazed Sinners, my self in as much Fear and amazement as any,
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before the Tribunal of the Judge.
before the Tribunal of the Judge.
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That I were now standing there to hear my pass'd and forgotten Follies and Sins called to remembrance;
That I were now standing there to hear my passed and forgotten Follies and Sins called to remembrance;
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to see my secret Wickedness brought to light; to have my disguised Actions rightly censured and judged;
to see my secret Wickedness brought to Light; to have my disguised Actions rightly censured and judged;
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to be upbraided with my Faults; to have all the Aggravation of them exposed, and this before all the World.
to be upbraided with my Faults; to have all the Aggravation of them exposed, and this before all the World.
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Suppose now the terrible Sentence were pass'd upon me.
Suppose now the terrible Sentence were passed upon me.
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And that I were drove away from the Tribunal amongst an abject accursed Company, my self abject and accursed:
And that I were drove away from the Tribunal among an abject accursed Company, my self abject and accursed:
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That I were looking back upon the Light, and Joy, and Bliss of the Just, which I might have been with,
That I were looking back upon the Light, and Joy, and Bliss of the Just, which I might have been with,
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but had now lost for ever.
but had now lost for ever.
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That I were now plunging with the condemned Crew into everlasting Flames, and now the Prison were closed upon me,
That I were now plunging with the condemned Crew into everlasting Flames, and now the Prison were closed upon me,
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and my everlasting Banishment from Light, and Joy, and Comfort were for ever setled and fixed:
and my everlasting Banishment from Light, and Joy, and Comfort were for ever settled and fixed:
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And restless Wo, bitter Sorrow, exquisite Torments, heavy Despair were begun, never to have an End. Let these things, I say, be often and seriously considered and applied to himself by any Sinner,
And restless Woe, bitter Sorrow, exquisite Torments, heavy Despair were begun, never to have an End. Let these things, I say, be often and seriously considered and applied to himself by any Sinner,
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as what will be the certain consequent and fruit of his Sins, if he does not leave them,
as what will be the certain consequent and fruit of his Sins, if he does not leave them,
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and surely this must make him leave them. To conclude,
and surely this must make him leave them. To conclude,
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Since such things as these shall certainly be, and all Mankind must unavoidably be divided between these two different Fates.
Since such things as these shall Certainly be, and all Mankind must avoidable be divided between these two different Fates.
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It is very reasonable that we do thus consider them;
It is very reasonable that we do thus Consider them;
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and that we seriously examine the nature and tendency of our present course of Life, to understand which of these two it is likely to bring us to.
and that we seriously examine the nature and tendency of our present course of Life, to understand which of these two it is likely to bring us to.
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Thus we shall be warned to forsake the ways of Condemnation and Misery, and be encouraged to take the way that leads to Honour and Happiness.
Thus we shall be warned to forsake the ways of Condemnation and Misery, and be encouraged to take the Way that leads to Honour and Happiness.
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Which that we may doe, God of his infinite Mercy grant, through Jesus Christ.
Which that we may do, God of his infinite Mercy grant, through jesus christ.
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THE PRAYER. GReat, Righteous and Holy God; the Judge and Governour of all the World;
THE PRAYER. GReat, Righteous and Holy God; the Judge and Governor of all the World;
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Thou doest whatsoever thou pleasest in Heaven and in Earth, and governest thy Creatures in wonderfull Wisdom, with exact Justice, and irresistible Power.
Thou dost whatsoever thou pleasest in Heaven and in Earth, and governest thy Creatures in wonderful Wisdom, with exact justice, and irresistible Power.
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Lord, thou art he whose we are, whom we are bound to serve, whose Laws we ought to make the Rule of our Thoughts, Words and Actions.
Lord, thou art he whose we Are, whom we Are bound to serve, whose Laws we ought to make the Rule of our Thoughts, Words and Actions.
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But, alas, how inconsiderate of these things do we live!
But, alas, how inconsiderate of these things do we live!
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We seldom think of Thee, or concern our selves whether we do please or displease Thee in the Course of our Lives.
We seldom think of Thee, or concern our selves whither we do please or displease Thee in the Course of our Lives.
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We forget that thou compassest our lying down and our rising up, and art acquainted with all our ways.
We forget that thou compassest our lying down and our rising up, and art acquainted with all our ways.
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We do not consider that thou wilt bring us into Judgment for all our behaviour,
We do not Consider that thou wilt bring us into Judgement for all our behaviour,
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nor lay to heart the weight and importance of the Rewards and Punishments which thou hast prepared for those that doe well or ill.
nor lay to heart the weight and importance of the Rewards and Punishments which thou hast prepared for those that do well or ill.
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Hence it is that we follow our own Lusts and Humours more than we regard thy Will;
Hence it is that we follow our own Lustiest and Humours more than we regard thy Will;
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we comply with the foolish and sinfull Practices and Customs of this World, rather than obey thy Law:
we comply with the foolish and sinful Practices and Customs of this World, rather than obey thy Law:
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We hunt after the Wealth, or Honours, or Pleasures of this World only, and desire and seek them more than thy glorious and exceeding great Rewards.
We hunt After the Wealth, or Honours, or Pleasures of this World only, and desire and seek them more than thy glorious and exceeding great Rewards.
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And we chuse the Pleasures of Sin, which are but for a season, rather than those Rivers of Pleasures which are at thy right hand for evermore.
And we choose the Pleasures of since, which Are but for a season, rather than those rivers of Pleasures which Are At thy right hand for evermore.
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We fear the wrath of Men more than the wrath of God, and shun the Inconveniences of this World with more Industry and Care than the eternal Torments of Hell.
We Fear the wrath of Men more than the wrath of God, and shun the Inconveniences of this World with more Industry and Care than the Eternal Torments of Hell.
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This our way, O Lord, thou knowest is our Folly, and we with Shame confess it,
This our Way, Oh Lord, thou Knowest is our Folly, and we with Shame confess it,
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and condemn our selves for it.
and condemn our selves for it.
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Let us not then add Madness to Folly, and obstinacy to our Sin, by continuing in the same foolish and guilty Course.
Let us not then add Madness to Folly, and obstinacy to our since, by Continuing in the same foolish and guilty Course.
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We are infinitely obliged to thee, O Lord, for that it hath pleased thee yet to spare us, that we have not already perished in the ways of Perdition:
We Are infinitely obliged to thee, Oh Lord, for that it hath pleased thee yet to spare us, that we have not already perished in the ways of Perdition:
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And we are obliged to thee, for giving us this sight of our Folly.
And we Are obliged to thee, for giving us this sighed of our Folly.
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O Father of Lights, and Giver of every good and perfect Gift, make us, we beseech thee,
O Father of Lights, and Giver of every good and perfect Gift, make us, we beseech thee,
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for the future, wise unto the Salvation of our Souls.
for the future, wise unto the Salvation of our Souls.
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Make us to set thee always before our Eyes, that we may fear thee and depart from all Iniquity.
Make us to Set thee always before our Eyes, that we may Fear thee and depart from all Iniquity.
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Let a lively sense of thy continual observance of us in the performance of our duty make us diligent,
Let a lively sense of thy continual observance of us in the performance of our duty make us diligent,
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and faithfull, and fervent in Spirit, serving the Lord.
and faithful, and fervent in Spirit, serving the Lord.
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And let a firm Belief of thy bounteous Rewards animate and encourage us to despise all Difficulties and Dangers,
And let a firm Belief of thy bounteous Rewards animate and encourage us to despise all Difficulties and Dangers,
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and to persevere with Patience in well-doing. We are poor, weak Creatures. O let thy Grace Strengthen as well as incline us to doe well.
and to persevere with Patience in welldoing. We Are poor, weak Creatures. O let thy Grace Strengthen as well as incline us to do well.
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Look mercifully upon our Infirmities, pity and heal them. Pardon our Defects, and accept our imperfect Services;
Look mercifully upon our Infirmities, pity and heal them. Pardon our Defects, and accept our imperfect Services;
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and let us attain thy everlasting Rewards, through the Mediation of Jesus Christ, who is the Lord our Righteousness.
and let us attain thy everlasting Rewards, through the Mediation of jesus christ, who is the Lord our Righteousness.
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By his Merits alone do we expect to find favour, and on him we relie for our final Salvation.
By his Merits alone do we expect to find favour, and on him we rely for our final Salvation.
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Grant us, O Lord, such a share in his Merits, and in his Grace, that in the last day,
Grant us, Oh Lord, such a share in his Merits, and in his Grace, that in the last day,
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when he shall come in his Glory to judge both the quick and dead, we may rise to the Life immortal through him.
when he shall come in his Glory to judge both the quick and dead, we may rise to the Life immortal through him.
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Have mercy, we beseech thee, upon all Men;
Have mercy, we beseech thee, upon all Men;
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Convince all the World, that thou hast appointed a day wherein thou wilt judge the World in Righteousness,
Convince all the World, that thou hast appointed a day wherein thou wilt judge the World in Righteousness,
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and thereby bring them to Repentance of all their Evil. Make those in thy Church sensible that to whom much is given, of them much will be required;
and thereby bring them to Repentance of all their Evil. Make those in thy Church sensible that to whom much is given, of them much will be required;
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that they may be carefull to live as becomes the Gospel.
that they may be careful to live as becomes the Gospel.
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O let us know, that it will be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgment than for us,
O let us know, that it will be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgement than for us,
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if we do not answer the Instruction we enjoy, and the Religion which we profess, with suitable Holiness of Heart and Conversation.
if we do not answer the Instruction we enjoy, and the Religion which we profess, with suitable Holiness of Heart and Conversation.
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Make all Kings, Princes and Governours to know that thou art King of kings and Lord of lords,
Make all Kings, Princes and Governors to know that thou art King of Kings and Lord of Lords,
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and that they must be accountable to Thee, tho' they are not so to Men;
and that they must be accountable to Thee, though they Are not so to Men;
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that they may stand in awe of thy Judgment, and rule to thy Glory and their Peoples welfare.
that they may stand in awe of thy Judgement, and Rule to thy Glory and their Peoples welfare.
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Make all the unruly People of the World sensible, that all must appear before thy Judgment-seat;
Make all the unruly People of the World sensible, that all must appear before thy Judgment seat;
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that thou art able to doe with them what thou pleasest, that no strength or number of Factions can inable them to escape thy just Vengeance;
that thou art able to do with them what thou pleasest, that no strength or number of Factions can inable them to escape thy just Vengeance;
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but though hand join in hand the wicked shall not go unpunished.
but though hand join in hand the wicked shall not go unpunished.
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Let all that are more nearly related to us have the Grace to fear thee, to be so mindfull of the Account which they must one day give of their Actions, that they may take care to glorifie Thee,
Let all that Are more nearly related to us have the Grace to Fear thee, to be so mindful of the Account which they must one day give of their Actions, that they may take care to Glorify Thee,
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and doe all their duties towards Men in their several relations.
and do all their duties towards Men in their several relations.
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We give Thee thanks for the Mercies of this day spiritual and temporal, beseeching thee to give us Grace to make a good use and improvement of all.
We give Thee thanks for the mercies of this day spiritual and temporal, beseeching thee to give us Grace to make a good use and improvement of all.
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We humbly commit our selves to thy good Providence this night, beseeching Thee to give us safe and comfortable rest:
We humbly commit our selves to thy good Providence this night, beseeching Thee to give us safe and comfortable rest:
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And we pray, That if it pleases thee to give us yet more days in the Land of the living, they may all be spent to thy Glory,
And we pray, That if it Pleases thee to give us yet more days in the Land of the living, they may all be spent to thy Glory,
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and our own Comfort, through Jesus Christ; in whose Name we present all our Requests, and in whose Words we conclude them. Our Father, &c.
and our own Comfort, through jesus christ; in whose Name we present all our Requests, and in whose Words we conclude them. Our Father, etc.
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THE Excellency of Holy Scripture Prov'd and Applied. Let us Pray.
THE Excellency of Holy Scripture Proved and Applied. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Psal. 19.10. More to be desired are they than Gold, yea, than much fine Gold, sweeter also than honey and the honey comb.and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. Psalm 19.10. More to be desired Are they than Gold, yea, than much fine Gold, Sweeten also than honey and the honey comb.
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THE Psalmist here, from the 7th. verse of this Psalm sets himself industriously to recommend so much of the Book of Holy Scripture as was then written.
THE Psalmist Here, from the 7th. verse of this Psalm sets himself industriously to recommend so much of the Book of Holy Scripture as was then written.
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He endeavours to express the Excellency and Worth of it; to show his own Esteem and Value for it;
He endeavours to express the Excellency and Worth of it; to show his own Esteem and Valve for it;
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and to possess others with the same.
and to possess Others with the same.
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And, as if this could not be easily and soon expressed, he often varies his Phrase in speaking of it;
And, as if this could not be Easily and soon expressed, he often Varies his Phrase in speaking of it;
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gives it several very excellent Names, and ascribes to it many happy Effects.
gives it several very excellent Names, and ascribes to it many happy Effects.
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After he had thus absolutely recommended it, he comes to compare it with the valued things of this World,
After he had thus absolutely recommended it, he comes to compare it with the valued things of this World,
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and as a Conclusion from what he had said before, he preferrs it before those things:
and as a Conclusion from what he had said before, he prefers it before those things:
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saying of the Holy Scriptures, More to be desired are they than gold, yea than much fine gold;
saying of the Holy Scriptures, More to be desired Are they than gold, yea than much fine gold;
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sweeter also than honey and the honey-comb. Sweeten also than honey and the honeycomb.
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Under the Names of Gold and Honey, he means the Wealth and Pleasures of this World;
Under the Names of Gold and Honey, he means the Wealth and Pleasures of this World;
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the alluring precious things in the Esteem of Men which divide between them the Inclinations and Pursuits of almost all Mankind.
the alluring precious things in the Esteem of Men which divide between them the Inclinations and Pursuits of almost all Mankind.
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We may observe a very elegant Gradation in his Expression of this matter, These are more to be desired than gold, yea than much Gold, or much fine Gold;
We may observe a very elegant Gradation in his Expression of this matter, These Are more to be desired than gold, yea than much Gold, or much fine Gold;
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they are a better Treasure than that;
they Are a better Treasure than that;
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And they are sweeter than honey and the honey-comb, or than the droppings of the Honey-comb;
And they Are Sweeten than honey and the honeycomb, or than the droppings of the Honeycomb;
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that is, than Honey taken immediately from thence.
that is, than Honey taken immediately from thence.
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They are sweeter than sensual Pleasures at their greatest height, when they relish most, and before they come to be flat and dull.
They Are Sweeten than sensual Pleasures At their greatest height, when they relish most, and before they come to be flat and dull.
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We must understand he means these Writings are much more profitable, more usefull to us, in the Effects which they are fitted to have upon us, which he had mentioned before,
We must understand he means these Writings Are much more profitable, more useful to us, in the Effects which they Are fitted to have upon us, which he had mentioned before,
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than the Riches of this World;
than the Riches of this World;
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and the Advantages we may derive from them have infinitely more pleasure and satisfaction attending them,
and the Advantages we may derive from them have infinitely more pleasure and satisfaction attending them,
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than any the most pleasant things of this World can afford.
than any the most pleasant things of this World can afford.
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But if such things as these could be said of only so much of the sacred Writings as was extant in his time, in which many of those great things which are now plainly and largely made known to us were but sparingly and obscurely revealed,
But if such things as these could be said of only so much of the sacred Writings as was extant in his time, in which many of those great things which Are now plainly and largely made known to us were but sparingly and obscurely revealed,
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then how much rather may they be said of what we have. In speaking to this Subject I shall follow the Psalmist's Method here, and show,
then how much rather may they be said of what we have. In speaking to this Subject I shall follow the Psalmist's Method Here, and show,
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First, The Excellency and Usefulness of the Sacred Writings absolutely considered;First, The Excellency and Usefulness of the Sacred Writings absolutely considered;
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upon the account of which they are worthy to be preferred before those things which he compares them with.
upon the account of which they Are worthy to be preferred before those things which he compares them with.
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Secondly, I shall from thence demonstrate, that they are justly preferrable to the best things of this World.Secondly, I shall from thence demonstrate, that they Are justly preferable to the best things of this World.
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Thirdly, I shall show how our Value and Preference of them ought to be exercised and express'd.Thirdly, I shall show how our Valve and Preference of them ought to be exercised and expressed.
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I begin with the first of these: to say somewhat absolutely concerning the Worth or Usefulness of the Sacred Writings:
I begin with the First of these: to say somewhat absolutely Concerning the Worth or Usefulness of the Sacred Writings:
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I might in several ways demonstrate this;
I might in several ways demonstrate this;
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but because the Psalmist here recommends the Holy Scriptures from the happy Effects which they are fitted to produce, I shall only insist upon that Head of Arguments.
but Because the Psalmist Here recommends the Holy Scriptures from the happy Effects which they Are fitted to produce, I shall only insist upon that Head of Arguments.
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And I shall content my self to mention these two general Effects as what will abundantly recommend them. I.
And I shall content my self to mention these two general Effects as what will abundantly recommend them. I.
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They are excellently fitted to cure all the Diseases of the Mind of Man, and to accomplish it with the most noble and divine Qualifications that it is capable to possess.
They Are excellently fitted to cure all the Diseases of the Mind of Man, and to accomplish it with the most noble and divine Qualifications that it is capable to possess.
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II. They are usefull to the bringing us into a state of Favour and Reconciliation with God.
II They Are useful to the bringing us into a state of Favour and Reconciliation with God.
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These are very advantageous and profitable Effects, and such as much Happiness and Pleasure will infallibly attend.
These Are very advantageous and profitable Effects, and such as much Happiness and Pleasure will infallibly attend.
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First, They are excellently fitted to cure all the Diseases of the Mind of Man,First, They Are excellently fitted to cure all the Diseases of the Mind of Man,
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and to accomplish it with those most noble and divine Qualifications which it is capable to possess.
and to accomplish it with those most noble and divine Qualifications which it is capable to possess.
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They are an excellent and fit Instrument for these purposes, though they are indeed but an Instrument;
They Are an excellent and fit Instrument for these Purposes, though they Are indeed but an Instrument;
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and the Holy Spirit of God, who is the wise Author of them, is the chief or efficient Cause in those happy Operations He has made them very fit and usefull in themselves, insomuch that the due and serious use of them does not fail of having a good Effect:
and the Holy Spirit of God, who is the wise Author of them, is the chief or efficient Cause in those happy Operations He has made them very fit and useful in themselves, insomuch that the due and serious use of them does not fail of having a good Effect:
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And as he ordinarily honours them so far as to give a Blessing to such use of them,
And as he ordinarily honours them so Far as to give a Blessing to such use of them,
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so he honours them too in the common judicial abandoning of those Persons who neglect and despise them, to the most monstrous and unreasonable Errours,
so he honours them too in the Common judicial abandoning of those Persons who neglect and despise them, to the most monstrous and unreasonable Errors,
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or the most shamefull and mischievous Vices.
or the most shameful and mischievous Vices.
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Now they are fitted and usefull to cure and adorn the Mind of Man upon these two accounts.
Now they Are fitted and useful to cure and adorn the Mind of Man upon these two accounts.
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1. As they contain the most perfect and sublime Rules of all Holy and Vertuous Living.
1. As they contain the most perfect and sublime Rules of all Holy and Virtuous Living.
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2. As they propose to us and bring to our knowledge the most weighty Inducements and Motives to the observing of those Rules.
2. As they propose to us and bring to our knowledge the most weighty Inducements and Motives to the observing of those Rules.
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(1.) I say, The Sacred Writings contain the most perfect and sublime Rules of all Holy and Vertuous Living.
(1.) I say, The Sacred Writings contain the most perfect and sublime Rules of all Holy and Virtuous Living.
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They are a source of true and divine Wisdom, of that which makes a man's face to shine, Eccles. 8.1. or puts a noble and most amiable Lustre upon all his Actions.
They Are a source of true and divine Wisdom, of that which makes a Man's face to shine, Eccles. 8.1. or puts a noble and most amiable Lustre upon all his Actions.
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This Body of Rules is the Work and Contrivance of him whose works are all perfect, Deut. 32.4. therefore is this so too as well as others:
This Body of Rules is the Work and Contrivance of him whose works Are all perfect, Deuteronomy 32.4. Therefore is this so too as well as Others:
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Accordingly the Psalmist says of it in the 7th. Verse of this Psalm, The Law of the Lord is perfect.
Accordingly the Psalmist Says of it in the 7th. Verse of this Psalm, The Law of the Lord is perfect.
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And the Apostle Paul says, in 2 Tim. 3.17. It is able to make the man of God perfect, throughly furnished to every good work.
And the Apostle Paul Says, in 2 Tim. 3.17. It is able to make the man of God perfect, thoroughly furnished to every good work.
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These Rules direct us to all that is wise and good, that is agreeable to right reason,
These Rules Direct us to all that is wise and good, that is agreeable to right reason,
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and fit for us to doe; and they forbid all that is absurd, unreasonable and unbecoming us.
and fit for us to do; and they forbid all that is absurd, unreasonable and unbecoming us.
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Through thy Precepts I get understanding, says David, therefore I hate every false way, Psal. 119.104. These Laws are in themselves Holy, and Just, and Good, and are therein very fit to make us so.Through thy Precepts I get understanding, Says David, Therefore I hate every false Way, Psalm 119.104. These Laws Are in themselves Holy, and Just, and Good, and Are therein very fit to make us so.
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This Book alone teaches the utmost and sublimest Perfection of all Vertue, as it directs us to obey all the Laws and Rules of Vertue in Obedience to God,
This Book alone Teaches the utmost and Sublimest Perfection of all Virtue, as it directs us to obey all the Laws and Rules of Virtue in obedience to God,
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and to doe all for the Glory of the great Creatour and Sovereign of the World.
and to do all for the Glory of the great Creator and Sovereign of the World.
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Whether ye eat or drink, or whatever ye doe, doe all to the glory of God, 1 Cor. 10.31.Whither you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God, 1 Cor. 10.31.
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The Rules of this Book reach to every Circumstance and State of Life, to all our relations both towards God and towards Man. So that there is no Case can happen but may meet with an evident Determination here,
The Rules of this Book reach to every Circumstance and State of Life, to all our relations both towards God and towards Man. So that there is no Case can happen but may meet with an evident Determination Here,
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if Lusts, and Humours, and worldly Interests, do not byass the Minds of Men in their Interpretations of them.
if Lustiest, and Humours, and worldly Interests, do not bias the Minds of Men in their Interpretations of them.
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Yet further, They reach the Heart of Man, and regulate the Thoughts and Motions of his Soul as well as his outward Actions;
Yet further, They reach the Heart of Man, and regulate the Thoughts and Motions of his Soul as well as his outward Actions;
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hence 'tis said, the Word of God is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart, Heb. 4.12.
hence it's said, the Word of God is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart, Hebrew 4.12.
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Indeed, if we well observe these Rules, and take notice how exactly they meet the Extravagances of our Minds, we shall be forced to conclude, that he who framed them must needs know us well,
Indeed, if we well observe these Rules, and take notice how exactly they meet the Extravagances of our Minds, we shall be forced to conclude, that he who framed them must needs know us well,
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and be intimately acquainted with the darkest and most deep Recesses of the Heart of Man;
and be intimately acquainted with the Darkest and most deep Recesses of the Heart of Man;
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He knows us indeed better than we know our selves, and this we may justly reckon is the ground of some Laws,
He knows us indeed better than we know our selves, and this we may justly reckon is the ground of Some Laws,
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as well as of some disciplinary Dispensations which we doe not very well understand our selves.
as well as of Some disciplinary Dispensations which we do not very well understand our selves.
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Upon all these Accounts the Psalmist says of this Book, I have seen an end of all perfection,
Upon all these Accounts the Psalmist Says of this Book, I have seen an end of all perfection,
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but thy commandment is exceeding broad, Psal. 119.96.but thy Commandment is exceeding broad, Psalm 119.96.
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Thus it is fitted to cure our Errours and Defects, and to possess us with all noble and excellent Qualifications.
Thus it is fitted to cure our Errors and Defects, and to possess us with all noble and excellent Qualifications.
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(2.) But it has a further very necessary fitness and usefulness to this happy purpose.
(2.) But it has a further very necessary fitness and usefulness to this happy purpose.
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As it proposes and sets before us the most weighty Inducements to the Observance of these Laws and Instructions:
As it proposes and sets before us the most weighty Inducements to the Observance of these Laws and Instructions:
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It does very strongly move and invite us to a good and vertuous Life.
It does very strongly move and invite us to a good and virtuous Life.
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This it does, when it represents this to us as an Imitation of the ever-blessed God,
This it does, when it represents this to us as an Imitation of the ever-blessed God,
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as a Conformity to the most excellent Being, as advancing us to the matchless honour of being and acting like him.
as a Conformity to the most excellent Being, as advancing us to the matchless honour of being and acting like him.
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This Argument was frequently urged by the greatest Lover of Mankind Jesus Christ. When he had required the most eminent degrees of Love and Goodness towards our Neighbour in the Love of enemies, in blessing them that should curse us,
This Argument was frequently urged by the greatest Lover of Mankind jesus christ. When he had required the most eminent Degrees of Love and goodness towards our Neighbour in the Love of enemies, in blessing them that should curse us,
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and praying for them that should despightfully use us, Matth. 5.44. he adds this Enforcement to his Precept in the 45th Verse, That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven, that is, that ye may resemble and act like him.and praying for them that should despitefully use us, Matthew 5.44. he adds this Enforcement to his Precept in the 45th Verse, That you may be the children of your Father which is in heaven, that is, that you may resemble and act like him.
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He enforces such things again in the 48th. verse, Be ye perfect, as your Father in heaven is perfect. In Luke 6.36. he argues thus, perhaps at another time saying, Be ye therefore mercifull, as your Father which is in heaven is mercifull.
He inforces such things again in the 48th. verse, Be you perfect, as your Father in heaven is perfect. In Lycia 6.36. he argues thus, perhaps At Another time saying, Be you Therefore merciful, as your Father which is in heaven is merciful.
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And this sure is a very considerable Argument, and fit to prevail with any Man that wisely loves himself;
And this sure is a very considerable Argument, and fit to prevail with any Man that wisely loves himself;
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To know that he shall thus advance himself to the highest Honour, and put the greatest Glory and Lustre upon his Actions;
To know that he shall thus advance himself to the highest Honour, and put the greatest Glory and Lustre upon his Actions;
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To know that Obedience is Conformity to God, that in Submitting to his Commands, we put on his divine and glorious Nature.
To know that obedience is Conformity to God, that in Submitting to his Commands, we put on his divine and glorious Nature.
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That which is his Honour and Excellency, who is the greatest and most excellent Being,
That which is his Honour and Excellency, who is the greatest and most excellent Being,
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and whose Nature must be the Rule of Excellency in all other Beings, must needs be our greatest Honour and Commendation.
and whose Nature must be the Rule of Excellency in all other Beings, must needs be our greatest Honour and Commendation.
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Again, The Holy Scriptures farther induce us to a Good Life by frequent Assurances, that it shall be rewarded with all manner of Good. They tell us, Psal. 34.15. The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, intimating, that he does continually regard them;
Again, The Holy Scriptures farther induce us to a Good Life by frequent Assurances, that it shall be rewarded with all manner of Good. They tell us, Psalm 34.15. The eyes of the Lord Are upon the righteous, intimating, that he does continually regard them;
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and his ears are open to their cry, to shew his readiness to hear and help them.and his ears Are open to their cry, to show his readiness to hear and help them.
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They say, No good thing of this Life will he withhold from them that walk uprightly, Psal. 84.11.
They say, No good thing of this Life will he withhold from them that walk uprightly, Psalm 84.11.
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nor will he suffer any evil thing to befall them, Psal. 91. v. 10. any farther than as both these may be necessary to their spiritual and eternal Advantage, to make them the happy Possessions of some greater Good,
nor will he suffer any evil thing to befall them, Psalm 91. v. 10. any farther than as both these may be necessary to their spiritual and Eternal Advantage, to make them the happy Possessions of Some greater Good,
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and to deliver or defend them from some greater Evil. And then for the next Life,
and to deliver or defend them from Some greater Evil. And then for the next Life,
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as they do promise another which shall not be frail, transitory or mortal, like this, so they promise it shall abound in Joy and Felicity;
as they do promise Another which shall not be frail, transitory or Mortal, like this, so they promise it shall abound in Joy and Felicity;
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it shall be made happy in the perfection of our Nature, in the Society of wise,
it shall be made happy in the perfection of our Nature, in the Society of wise,
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and kind, and glorious Spirits, and in the Enjoyment of God who is the infinite Fountain of Good.
and kind, and glorious Spirits, and in the Enjoyment of God who is the infinite Fountain of Good.
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Further, The Holy Scriptures move us very strongly to a good and vertuous Life, As they represent to us the Son of God dwelling among Men in our Nature;
Further, The Holy Scriptures move us very strongly to a good and virtuous Life, As they represent to us the Son of God Dwelling among Men in our Nature;
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as voluntarily making himself subject to this Law; as punctually and chearfully observing it through the whole Course of his Life.
as voluntarily making himself Subject to this Law; as punctually and cheerfully observing it through the Whole Course of his Life.
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Thus we have seen the Practicableness of all Vertue, and that he has born himself the Yoke which he requires us to bear;
Thus we have seen the Practicableness of all Virtue, and that he has born himself the Yoke which he requires us to bear;
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and has given us therein the greatest Evidence we can possibly desire, that he requires nothing of us,
and has given us therein the greatest Evidence we can possibly desire, that he requires nothing of us,
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but what is truly excellent and good for us, that which does really become and commend us.
but what is truly excellent and good for us, that which does really become and commend us.
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Further, They represent to us the mighty Inducement that we have to live well in the Passion and Death of Jesus Christ our Saviour.
Further, They represent to us the mighty Inducement that we have to live well in the Passion and Death of jesus christ our Saviour.
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In letting us know that he was in his Death the Sacrifice and Propitiation for our Sins;
In letting us know that he was in his Death the Sacrifice and Propitiation for our Sins;
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that he died to give us Life, And he gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity,
that he died to give us Life, And he gave himself for us, that he might Redeem us from all iniquity,
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and purifie to himself a peculiar people zealous of good works, Tit. 2.14.and purify to himself a peculiar people zealous of good works, Tit. 2.14.
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that in compliance with the Design and Purpose of his Death we must hate and forsake all that is sinfull,
that in compliance with the Design and Purpose of his Death we must hate and forsake all that is sinful,
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and set our selves to doe well in all Holiness and Vertue;
and Set our selves to do well in all Holiness and Virtue;
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and in representing, that if we doe not so, we do in effect crucifie him afresh,
and in representing, that if we do not so, we do in Effect crucify him afresh,
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and put him to open shame;
and put him to open shame;
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we trample upon his most precious blood, and neglect the great Salvation which he has so dearly purchased for us.
we trample upon his most precious blood, and neglect the great Salvation which he has so dearly purchased for us.
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These are some of the Arguments which the Holy Scriptures urge to move Men to the practice of Piety and Vertue;
These Are Some of the Arguments which the Holy Scriptures urge to move Men to the practice of Piety and Virtue;
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there are indeed many more to be found in them; but I may not stay to mention all Particulars.
there Are indeed many more to be found in them; but I may not stay to mention all Particulars.
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By what has been said, it does sufficiently appear, that these are excellently usefull and well fitted to make Men vertuous, holy and wise;
By what has been said, it does sufficiently appear, that these Are excellently useful and well fitted to make Men virtuous, holy and wise;
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to cure and accomplish and adorn the Humane Nature to the highest Degree.
to cure and accomplish and adorn the Humane Nature to the highest Degree.
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Secondly, I am now in the next place to insist upon the other Recommendation of them mentioned, which was this;Secondly, I am now in the next place to insist upon the other Recommendation of them mentioned, which was this;
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They are as usefull and as well fitted to bring us into a state of Reconciliation and Favour with God.
They Are as useful and as well fitted to bring us into a state of Reconciliation and Favour with God.
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If in order to this there were nothing to be done but to become good and vertuous,
If in order to this there were nothing to be done but to become good and virtuous,
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and it were a sufficient satisfaction and attonement for our Sins to leave them; then there were no more necessary to this effect than only to produce the former;
and it were a sufficient satisfaction and atonement for our Sins to leave them; then there were no more necessary to this Effect than only to produce the former;
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and we should not need to have the Holy Scriptures urge or teach us any thing else to our finding favour with God,
and we should not need to have the Holy Scriptures urge or teach us any thing Else to our finding favour with God,
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but only to amend our Lives and doe well.
but only to amend our Lives and do well.
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But besides this there is necessary to our peace with God, the satisfaction of his offended Justice for our former Sins and Rebellions.
But beside this there is necessary to our peace with God, the satisfaction of his offended justice for our former Sins and Rebellions.
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And since we are not able by any means to doe this for our selves, we must be taught, that there is a satisfaction made for them by an accepted and successfull Mediatour,
And since we Are not able by any means to do this for our selves, we must be taught, that there is a satisfaction made for them by an accepted and successful Mediator,
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and must be directed how to obtain an Interest and Share in that Satisfaction.
and must be directed how to obtain an Interest and Share in that Satisfaction.
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To which purpose the Holy Scriptures reveal Jesus Christ to us, and tell us of all that he has done and suffered on our behalf;
To which purpose the Holy Scriptures reveal jesus christ to us, and tell us of all that he has done and suffered on our behalf;
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and then they also direct us to repentance and amendment of Life, as one means of having an Interest in his Merits and Sufferings, in the Satisfaction and Atonement which he has made for the Sins of Men.
and then they also Direct us to Repentance and amendment of Life, as one means of having an Interest in his Merits and Sufferings, in the Satisfaction and Atonement which he has made for the Sins of Men.
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They exhort and direct us to repent, that our sins may be blotted out, Acts 3.19.
They exhort and Direct us to Repent, that our Sins may be blotted out, Acts 3.19.
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And tell us, that Jesus Christ is the Author of eternal salvation to them that obey him, in giving themselves up to a holy Life, Heb. 5.9.
And tell us, that jesus christ is the Author of Eternal salvation to them that obey him, in giving themselves up to a holy Life, Hebrew 5.9.
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And thus they present Men with another very strong Inducement to such a Life;
And thus they present Men with Another very strong Inducement to such a Life;
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in assuring us that this is the necessary and required Condition of our Interest in the Sacrifice of the Death of Christ.
in assuring us that this is the necessary and required Condition of our Interest in the Sacrifice of the Death of christ.
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And thus, as they have the former Effect upon us, and tend to cure and rectifie our Nature, they do in a great measure advance this latter too,
And thus, as they have the former Effect upon us, and tend to cure and rectify our Nature, they do in a great measure advance this latter too,
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and tend to bring us into reconcilement and favour with God.
and tend to bring us into reconcilement and favour with God.
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But as there is something more that is also necessary, which is Faith in Jesus Christ, they also teach and direct us to that,
But as there is something more that is also necessary, which is Faith in jesus christ, they also teach and Direct us to that,
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and are very serviceable and conducing to beget and form that in us.
and Are very serviceable and conducing to beget and from that in us.
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This the Apostle intimates when he says, Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God, that is, the Doctrine of the Gospel, preach'd by those who are appointed by Jesus Christ to the Office, is the ordinary means to possess us with a saving Faith in him.
This the Apostle intimates when he Says, Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God, that is, the Doctrine of the Gospel, preached by those who Are appointed by jesus christ to the Office, is the ordinary means to possess us with a Saving Faith in him.
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The Holy Scriptures are highly usefull to this purpose;
The Holy Scriptures Are highly useful to this purpose;
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as they represent to us, that we are all by Nature lost and undone, that we are Children of Wrath,
as they represent to us, that we Are all by Nature lost and undone, that we Are Children of Wrath,
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and are become so by our Sin, that we are obnoxious thereupon to eternal Misery.
and Are become so by our since, that we Are obnoxious thereupon to Eternal Misery.
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Hereby they serve to rouse Men out of their common neglect of themselves, and help to cure their Misery by convincing them of it;
Hereby they serve to rouse Men out of their Common neglect of themselves, and help to cure their Misery by convincing them of it;
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showing their need of Salvation and a Saviour, they dispose Men, when such things are also revealed, to close with them.
showing their need of Salvation and a Saviour, they dispose Men, when such things Are also revealed, to close with them.
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Then they propose and present to Men a Remedy to their sad case, and tell them,
Then they propose and present to Men a Remedy to their sad case, and tell them,
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as that 'tis not in their own Power to save themselves;
as that it's not in their own Power to save themselves;
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so that God has out of his infinite Compassion and Mercy laid help for us upon one that is mighty and able to save to the uttermost all that come unto God by him.
so that God has out of his infinite Compassion and Mercy laid help for us upon one that is mighty and able to save to the uttermost all that come unto God by him.
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They propose Jesus Christ, as a most willing and all-sufficient Saviour;
They propose jesus christ, as a most willing and All-sufficient Saviour;
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and tell us that his Death voluntarily undergone, had the Nature of a full, perfect and sufficient Sacrifice, Oblation and Satisfaction for the Sins of the whole World.
and tell us that his Death voluntarily undergone, had the Nature of a full, perfect and sufficient Sacrifice, Oblation and Satisfaction for the Sins of the Whole World.
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And then they direct us to believe in him, that is, to address our selves to and relie upon him for Salvation;
And then they Direct us to believe in him, that is, to address our selves to and rely upon him for Salvation;
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in telling us, God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him, should not perish,
in telling us, God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him, should not perish,
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but have everlasting Life, Joh. 3.16. that we may be justified freely, by the grace of God;
but have everlasting Life, John 3.16. that we may be justified freely, by the grace of God;
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through the redemption purchased by Jesus Christ, whom God hath set forth, to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, Rom. 3.24, 25. and many other like Infiructions are those Writings very necessarily and usefully furnished with.through the redemption purchased by jesus christ, whom God hath Set forth, to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, Rom. 3.24, 25. and many other like Infiructions Are those Writings very necessarily and usefully furnished with.
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Thus they are usefull to beget Faith in us, and want nothing of being a fit and proper Instrument to bring us into Favour with God, to give us an assured Interest in his Almighty Eternal Love.
Thus they Are useful to beget Faith in us, and want nothing of being a fit and proper Instrument to bring us into Favour with God, to give us an assured Interest in his Almighty Eternal Love.
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Thus I have, I think, sufficiently shown the Usefulness of Holy Scriptures, and therein demonstrated the absolute Excellency, and Worth of them.
Thus I have, I think, sufficiently shown the Usefulness of Holy Scriptures, and therein demonstrated the absolute Excellency, and Worth of them.
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Now the next thing I have to doe is, To show from this Excellency and Usefulness of Holy Scriptures in themselves;
Now the next thing I have to doe is, To show from this Excellency and Usefulness of Holy Scriptures in themselves;
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that they doe altogether deserve to be preferred before, the Profits and Pleasures of this World.
that they do altogether deserve to be preferred before, the Profits and Pleasures of this World.
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If we value a Bible, as we ought, we should look upon it as our richest Treasure,
If we valve a bible, as we ought, we should look upon it as our Richest Treasure,
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and it ought to be to us, our sweetest and most delightfull Entertainment. Now to perform this, I need to propose but these two Considerations.
and it ought to be to us, our Sweetest and most delightful Entertainment. Now to perform this, I need to propose but these two Considerations.
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1. The Holy Scriptures are herein more usefull and serviceable to the Happiness of Men in this Life,
1. The Holy Scriptures Are herein more useful and serviceable to the Happiness of Men in this Life,
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than this World's Wealth and Pleasures are. 2. They are alone serviceable and usefull to the everlasting Happiness of the other Life.
than this World's Wealth and Pleasures Are. 2. They Are alone serviceable and useful to the everlasting Happiness of the other Life.
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1. A little Consideration will abundantly show, That the Holy Scriptures in their due Influences and Effects are more usefull to our present Happiness than the greatest Plenty and Enjoyment of worldly Goods can be.
1. A little Consideration will abundantly show, That the Holy Scriptures in their due Influences and Effects Are more useful to our present Happiness than the greatest Plenty and Enjoyment of worldly Goods can be.
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Can any thing indeed be imagined so conducing to the Happiness and Comfort of this present Life,
Can any thing indeed be imagined so conducing to the Happiness and Comfort of this present Life,
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as a well regulated Mind and Course of Actions, and the Favour of Almighty God? These can neither be purchased by the Goods of this World,
as a well regulated Mind and Course of Actions, and the Favour of Almighty God? These can neither be purchased by the Goods of this World,
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nor can the want of them be supplied by the greatest abundance of them. But these are things we see the Holy Scriptures are serviceable to.
nor can the want of them be supplied by the greatest abundance of them. But these Are things we see the Holy Scriptures Are serviceable to.
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The Philosophers of the Heathens with the Light of Reason could see so far into this matter as to be able to say, That the Happiness of Mankind does depend more upon the temper and state of the Minds of Men, than upon their outward Circumstances.
The Philosophers of the heathens with the Light of Reason could see so Far into this matter as to be able to say, That the Happiness of Mankind does depend more upon the temper and state of the Minds of Men, than upon their outward circumstances.
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And indeed this we may every day see. We may often see, that Riches and Honours or sensual Pleasures cannot make Men happy.
And indeed this we may every day see. We may often see, that Riches and Honours or sensual Pleasures cannot make Men happy.
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Without Wisdom and Vertue a Man shall squander away the greatest Wealth, shall debase and degrade his Titles and Honours in mean, bruitish and vulgar Vices,
Without Wisdom and Virtue a Man shall squander away the greatest Wealth, shall debase and degrade his Titles and Honours in mean, brutish and Vulgar Vices,
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and shall hurt his Body, and destroy his Health in Excesses of sensual Pleasure.
and shall hurt his Body, and destroy his Health in Excesses of sensual Pleasure.
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We may see a Man's Vices and Follies making him needy and poor in the midst of a very plentifull Fortune.
We may see a Man's Vices and Follies making him needy and poor in the midst of a very plentiful Fortune.
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The covetous Man and the careless Prodigal are truly poor in the midst of Riches, they want the due use and the comfort of what they have.
The covetous Man and the careless Prodigal Are truly poor in the midst of Riches, they want the due use and the Comfort of what they have.
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While the prodigal Man's Vices often carry him to large, unnecessary Expences, he wants what is necessary to his Credit and Comfort;
While the prodigal Man's Vices often carry him to large, unnecessary Expenses, he Wants what is necessary to his Credit and Comfort;
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he falls to the shamefull necessity of borrowing and to the greater shame of not paying again, Psal. 37.21. He that is a Slave to Pleasure, that has no Command of his Appetites, that is enflamed at every Object, lives a truly miserable Life.
he falls to the shameful necessity of borrowing and to the greater shame of not paying again, Psalm 37.21. He that is a Slave to Pleasure, that has no Command of his Appetites, that is inflamed At every Object, lives a truly miserable Life.
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He is either rack'd and tormented with his inordinate Desires, or pall'd and dull, sick and melancholy with the excessive Gratifications of them.
He is either racked and tormented with his inordinate Desires, or palled and dull, sick and melancholy with the excessive Gratifications of them.
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Vertue moderates and limits the Desires, makes them easie and harmless; takes away what is unnatural foolish and superfluous in them;
Virtue moderates and Limits the Desires, makes them easy and harmless; Takes away what is unnatural foolish and superfluous in them;
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and it is certainly a most true Maxim, that the shorter and surer way to Content and Rest is, to retrench and govern Desire rather than to gratifie it.
and it is Certainly a most true Maxim, that the shorter and Surer Way to Content and Rest is, to retrench and govern Desire rather than to gratify it.
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To the Practice of Wisdom and Vertue the wise Solomon justly ascribes all that is desirable in this World,
To the Practice of Wisdom and Virtue the wise Solomon justly ascribes all that is desirable in this World,
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as what does naturally and ordinarily result from it, in saying of Wisdom, Length of days is in her right hand,
as what does naturally and ordinarily result from it, in saying of Wisdom, Length of days is in her right hand,
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and in her left hand riches and honour; her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. and in her left hand riches and honour; her ways Are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths Are peace.
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This maintains Health, and does the most that can be done towards the procuring a long and easie Life, this procures more Respect and Love from Men than any thing else can doe;
This maintains Health, and does the most that can be done towards the procuring a long and easy Life, this procures more Respect and Love from Men than any thing Else can do;
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A person may be flattered upon other accounts, but can obtain a true Esteem, and a lasting Reputation and Honour only by Vertue and Wisdom,
A person may be flattered upon other accounts, but can obtain a true Esteem, and a lasting Reputation and Honour only by Virtue and Wisdom,
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and these are attended with the nublest and the sweetest Pleasures, and with the greatest inward Tranquility and outward Peace.
and these Are attended with the nublest and the Sweetest Pleasures, and with the greatest inward Tranquillity and outward Peace.
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Thus there is nothing can conduce so much to our present Happiness as Vertue;
Thus there is nothing can conduce so much to our present Happiness as Virtue;
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and then there is nothing in the World so usefull to us as what will make us Possessors of that,
and then there is nothing in the World so useful to us as what will make us Possessors' of that,
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and this is the great Advantage which the Holy Scriptures have above the Wealth and Pleasures of this World.
and this is the great Advantage which the Holy Scriptures have above the Wealth and Pleasures of this World.
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And they do farther excell these, as they are serviceable to bring us into Favour with God.
And they do farther excel these, as they Are serviceable to bring us into Favour with God.
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What greater Happiness can a Man enjoy than the rich and bounteous Love of him that is Almighty and Infinitely Wise.
What greater Happiness can a Man enjoy than the rich and bounteous Love of him that is Almighty and Infinitely Wise.
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How safe must he be who has God for his Refuge? how rich and well provided who has him for his Portion. But this Happiness no Wealth, no Riches can procure.
How safe must he be who has God for his Refuge? how rich and well provided who has him for his Portion. But this Happiness no Wealth, no Riches can procure.
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It is not to be purchased with thousands of Rams, nor with ten thousands of rivers of Oil. And let us consider how very ill the Pleasures of this World can supply the want of this.
It is not to be purchased with thousands of Rams, nor with ten thousands of Rivers of Oil. And let us Consider how very ill the Pleasures of this World can supply the want of this.
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They tickle the Senses, and divert the Mind a little, but are not able to give it any solid Satisfaction.
They tickle the Senses, and divert the Mind a little, but Are not able to give it any solid Satisfaction.
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They are relish'd but by fits and must be often interrupted, and laid aside, that they may please when we come to them again;
They Are relished but by fits and must be often interrupted, and laid aside, that they may please when we come to them again;
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But the Love of God is a steady and abiding Pleasure, and the want of that leaves the Soul comfortless and sad;
But the Love of God is a steady and abiding Pleasure, and the want of that leaves the Soul comfortless and sad;
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empty and pining in the Intervals and Interruptions of the other.
empty and pining in the Intervals and Interruptions of the other.
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But besides, a sense of guilt and the Wrath of God does not only imbitter the Intervals of sensual Pleasures,
But beside, a sense of guilt and the Wrath of God does not only embitter the Intervals of sensual Pleasures,
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but even allaies the enjoyment of them.
but even alleys the enjoyment of them.
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In the midst of guilty pleasures the beart is often sad. 'Tis a wounding thought if such an one happens to dart in upon the Mind, to think,In the midst of guilty pleasures the beart is often sad. It's a wounding Thought if such an one happens to dart in upon the Mind, to think,
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Now the Almighty hates me, I displease and provoke the supreme Governour of the World, I am entertaining my self with a Pleasure that will in a few moments be at an end,
Now the Almighty hates me, I displease and provoke the supreme Governor of the World, I am entertaining my self with a Pleasure that will in a few moments be At an end,
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but which will leave a lasting Guilt, that will doom me to eternal Pain and Misery:
but which will leave a lasting Gilded, that will doom me to Eternal Pain and Misery:
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I ruine, I undo my self for ever, to enjoy a needless gratification for a few moments:
I ruin, I undo my self for ever, to enjoy a needless gratification for a few moments:
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And the sinner has no defence against such thoughts, but they will often invade his mind,
And the sinner has no defence against such thoughts, but they will often invade his mind,
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and fill him with horrour, and spoil his Pleasures.
and fill him with horror, and spoil his Pleasures.
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At farthest, such Thoughts as these make up the harsh and bitter farewell of his best Delights.
At farthest, such Thoughts as these make up the harsh and bitter farewell of his best Delights.
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And how much better is it to be govern'd in these things by the Laws of Religion, the Rules of Holy Scripture;
And how much better is it to be governed in these things by the Laws of Religion, the Rules of Holy Scripture;
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so as that we might enjoy these Pleasures and the Favour of God too!
so as that we might enjoy these Pleasures and the Favour of God too!
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How much would it add to the sweetness of these, to have this Thought accompanying them;
How much would it add to the sweetness of these, to have this Thought accompanying them;
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This I enjoy by the Favour of my God; I have it with the good will of Heaven;
This I enjoy by the Favour of my God; I have it with the good will of Heaven;
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the Love of the supreme Disposer graciously gives me this Content and Satisfaction.
the Love of the supreme Disposer graciously gives me this Content and Satisfaction.
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Thus we enjoy God and the Creature too, we have both Stream and Fountain our own,
Thus we enjoy God and the Creature too, we have both Stream and Fountain our own,
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and are certainly in the best manner secured of the continuance of our Happiness and Comfort.
and Are Certainly in the best manner secured of the Continuance of our Happiness and Comfort.
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Certainly none know but those that try and feel it, how great a richness and taste the favour of God and his Blessing can give to our earthly enjoyments.
Certainly none know but those that try and feel it, how great a richness and taste the favour of God and his Blessing can give to our earthly enjoyments.
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The Holy Scriptures then in procuring us this are most eminently serviceable to our present Happiness.
The Holy Scriptures then in procuring us this Are most eminently serviceable to our present Happiness.
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2. It further shows, that they deserve to be preferr'd before the Profits and Pleasures of this World;
2. It further shows, that they deserve to be preferred before the Profits and Pleasures of this World;
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That they are alone serviceable to our everlasting Happiness in the World to come.
That they Are alone serviceable to our everlasting Happiness in the World to come.
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They bring Life and Immortality to Light, they have better taught Mankind the Immortality of their Souls,
They bring Life and Immortality to Light, they have better taught Mankind the Immortality of their Souls,
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and the future States they are designed for, than any other means could ever doe.
and the future States they Are designed for, than any other means could ever do.
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And in curing the Distempers of our Minds, in adorning us with Piety and Vertue, in bringing us into Favour with God, they make us fit to dwell with God,
And in curing the Distempers of our Minds, in adorning us with Piety and Virtue, in bringing us into Favour with God, they make us fit to dwell with God,
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and to be happy in the enjoyment of him for ever.
and to be happy in the enjoyment of him for ever.
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In all their due Influences and Effects upon us they tend to the everlasting Happiness of our immortal Souls.
In all their due Influences and Effects upon us they tend to the everlasting Happiness of our immortal Souls.
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And in this they do also further exceedingly promote the happiness of this Life: for thus they take away the Fears of Death;
And in this they do also further exceedingly promote the happiness of this Life: for thus they take away the Fears of Death;
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they make it even comfortable to think of that, and to expect it;
they make it even comfortable to think of that, and to expect it;
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when they afford us the joyfull Hopes and Expectations of our being thereby translated to a state of perfect Tranquillity and Rest,
when they afford us the joyful Hope's and Expectations of our being thereby translated to a state of perfect Tranquillity and Rest,
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and of endless Joy and Happiness.
and of endless Joy and Happiness.
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And as the Scriptures tend to make us holy and good, so they do likewise abundantly serve such Hopes and Expectations:
And as the Scriptures tend to make us holy and good, so they do likewise abundantly serve such Hope's and Expectations:
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They bring us then to the Comfort of expecting that Happiness now, and after this Life to the unspeakable Felicity of enjoying it. Oh blessed Effects! Oh most valuable Cause!
They bring us then to the Comfort of expecting that Happiness now, and After this Life to the unspeakable Felicity of enjoying it. O blessed Effects! O most valuable Cause!
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How much more usefull and more pleasant is this to us in such Effects, than all that this World can afford!
How much more useful and more pleasant is this to us in such Effects, than all that this World can afford!
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And now, I think, it is evident that the Psalmist does very justly preferr the Holy Scriptures before all the best and most desired things of this World:
And now, I think, it is evident that the Psalmist does very justly prefer the Holy Scriptures before all the best and most desired things of this World:
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And that we ought to doe so too.
And that we ought to do so too.
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It remains then, that I do in the last place show, wherein our preference of these is to be express'd and exercised,
It remains then, that I do in the last place show, wherein our preference of these is to be expressed and exercised,
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or what it is that the greater Worth and Excellency of them above the Goods of this World does require of us:
or what it is that the greater Worth and Excellency of them above the Goods of this World does require of us:
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Which I shall briefly represent in the following Particulars. 1. We must be very Industrious to acquaint our selves with the Holy Scriptures.
Which I shall briefly represent in the following Particulars. 1. We must be very Industria to acquaint our selves with the Holy Scriptures.
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We should study them well and frequently entertain our selves in reading and meditating on them.
We should study them well and frequently entertain our selves in reading and meditating on them.
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We must endeavour to learn those excellent Precepts and wise Instructions which they contain.
We must endeavour to Learn those excellent Precepts and wise Instructions which they contain.
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Those Men certainly do not value these at all who seldom or never look into that Book;
Those Men Certainly do not valve these At all who seldom or never look into that Book;
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who can find no time for the studying of it, either on the Week days or the Lord's day;
who can find no time for the studying of it, either on the Week days or the Lord's day;
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who, as too many doe, preferr any other Book before this, and any other employment, or even a tedious Idleness, rather than to entertain themselves with it.
who, as too many do, prefer any other Book before this, and any other employment, or even a tedious Idleness, rather than to entertain themselves with it.
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This must needs be exceeding guilty in the sight of God, and very highly affront and displease the Wisdom and Goodness that gave these usefull Revelations to the World.
This must needs be exceeding guilty in the sighed of God, and very highly affront and displease the Wisdom and goodness that gave these useful Revelations to the World.
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It does plainly affront a Law-giver, to take no notice of his Laws:
It does plainly affront a Lawgiver, to take no notice of his Laws:
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And this neglect of the Bible does virtually say to God, Depart from us, we desire not the knowledge of thy ways, Job 21.14.
And this neglect of the bible does virtually say to God, Depart from us, we desire not the knowledge of thy ways, Job 21.14.
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When we may study this Book, and will not, we do plainly refuse the vast Advantages which might be derived from it.
When we may study this Book, and will not, we do plainly refuse the vast Advantages which might be derived from it.
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This then must be a great part of our business through our whole Lives, to learn and know the Instructions of the Word of God;
This then must be a great part of our business through our Whole Lives, to Learn and know the Instructions of the Word of God;
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this we should begin our Lives with, that we may know the Holy Scriptures from our Childhood, 2 Tim. 3.15. and this should last to the end of our days, that the hoary head may be found in the way of Righteousness, Prov. 16.31.
this we should begin our Lives with, that we may know the Holy Scriptures from our Childhood, 2 Tim. 3.15. and this should last to the end of our days, that the hoary head may be found in the Way of Righteousness, Curae 16.31.
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If we do really value the Holy Scriptures for the blessed and happy Effects which they are fitted to produce, we shall very diligently use them to obtain those Effects by them.
If we do really valve the Holy Scriptures for the blessed and happy Effects which they Are fitted to produce, we shall very diligently use them to obtain those Effects by them.
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We must in the study of these incline our ears to wisdom, and apply our heart to understanding:
We must in the study of these incline our ears to Wisdom, and apply our heart to understanding:
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We must seek for it as for silver, and dig for it as for hid treasure, as Solomon directs Prov. 2.2, 4. The Word of God cannot have these happy Effects upon us which have been mentioned,We must seek for it as for silver, and dig for it as for hid treasure, as Solomon directs Curae 2.2, 4. The Word of God cannot have these happy Effects upon us which have been mentioned,
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if we do not frequently converse with it.
if we do not frequently converse with it.
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We must meditate in the Law of God day and night, that we may observe to doe according to all that is written therein, We must meditate in the Law of God day and night, that we may observe to do according to all that is written therein,
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and if we would have our way prosperous, and live with good success; as is taught us in Josh. 1.8.and if we would have our Way prosperous, and live with good success; as is taught us in Josh. 1.8.
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how ill must it needs be with the World, and how few in it can be wise or happy,
how ill must it needs be with the World, and how few in it can be wise or happy,
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when the most spend all their days rather in the pursuit of Riches or Pleasures, than of Wisdom and Vertue!
when the most spend all their days rather in the pursuit of Riches or Pleasures, than of Wisdom and Virtue!
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When our greatest Care is, to gain the outward Accommodations of this Life rather than these inward divine Accomplishments and Ornaments of the Mind!
When our greatest Care is, to gain the outward Accommodations of this Life rather than these inward divine Accomplishments and Ornament of the Mind!
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Here we may see the grand Original and Spring of all our Calamities and Follies.
Here we may see the grand Original and Spring of all our Calamities and Follies.
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2. We must, to express our due Esteem of the Holy Scriptures, suffer our selves to be governed and guided by them.
2. We must, to express our due Esteem of the Holy Scriptures, suffer our selves to be governed and guided by them.
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They must have more Influence upon us, and prevail with us more, than the Profits and Pleasures of this World.
They must have more Influence upon us, and prevail with us more, than the Profits and Pleasures of this World.
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The Dictates and Laws of the Word of God, must controll and regulate our desires and pursuit of wealth and pleasure:
The Dictates and Laws of the Word of God, must control and regulate our Desires and pursuit of wealth and pleasure:
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the Promises it makes us must draw more effectually than the greatest Allurements of this World.
the Promises it makes us must draw more effectually than the greatest Allurements of this World.
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Nothing indeed should have so much Power upon us as the Word of God, the Will of Heaven, the Wisdom of Heaven, the Laws of divine Love.
Nothing indeed should have so much Power upon us as the Word of God, the Will of Heaven, the Wisdom of Heaven, the Laws of divine Love.
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For all the Laws of Holy Scripture are the Wisdom of Heaven, and the Laws of Love;
For all the Laws of Holy Scripture Are the Wisdom of Heaven, and the Laws of Love;
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It was Love contriv'd them, Love laid them upon us for our good and happiness. We can never doe well in transgressing those Laws.
It was Love contrived them, Love laid them upon us for our good and happiness. We can never do well in transgressing those Laws.
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When Pleasure or Profit and Innocence and Vertue stand in competition, this direction intimated in our Text obliges us to part with the former for the sake of the latter;
When Pleasure or Profit and Innocence and Virtue stand in competition, this direction intimated in our Text obliges us to part with the former for the sake of the latter;
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to chuse rather to be vertuous than rich; and innocent than to gratifie unlawfull Appetites.
to choose rather to be virtuous than rich; and innocent than to gratify unlawful Appetites.
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He that does truly esteem and value the Holy Scriptures above the things of this World, will never pursue these things in any ways which are therein forbidden.
He that does truly esteem and valve the Holy Scriptures above the things of this World, will never pursue these things in any ways which Are therein forbidden.
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He will resolve to enjoy no more of this World than he can innocently attain;
He will resolve to enjoy no more of this World than he can innocently attain;
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will deny himself and cross his worldly Interest when the divine Laws and Rules require it.
will deny himself and cross his worldly Interest when the divine Laws and Rules require it.
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3. Lastly, We must account our Religion and Vertue our dearest Possession and greatest Glory.
3. Lastly, We must account our Religion and Virtue our dearest Possession and greatest Glory.
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We should value our selves more for being Christians, and living like such, than for any worldly greatness and advantages.
We should valve our selves more for being Christians, and living like such, than for any worldly greatness and advantages.
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It was, to the good Authour of this Psalm, a greater Honour and Advantage in his Esteem to serve God, than to rule over Men.
It was, to the good Author of this Psalm, a greater Honour and Advantage in his Esteem to serve God, than to Rule over Men.
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If it has pleased the divine Goodness to give us any measures of his Grace, to have inabled us to conquer any foolish Lusts or Passions, to have set us in the way of Piety and Vertue,
If it has pleased the divine goodness to give us any measures of his Grace, to have enabled us to conquer any foolish Lustiest or Passion, to have Set us in the Way of Piety and Virtue,
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and made these familiar and pleasant to us:
and made these familiar and pleasant to us:
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We must account these the greatest Favours of Heaven, and reckon God's goodness has done incomparably more for us herein,
We must account these the greatest Favours of Heaven, and reckon God's Goodness has done incomparably more for us herein,
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than in making us rich and great if we are so; or than if he had made us rich or great if we are not so.
than in making us rich and great if we Are so; or than if he had made us rich or great if we Are not so.
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What greater Dignity can we attain than the Favour of Heaven! What greater Excellency than Likeness and Conformity to God the most excellent Being:
What greater Dignity can we attain than the Favour of Heaven! What greater Excellency than Likeness and Conformity to God the most excellent Being:
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These are Benefits which deserve chiefly to entertain us with delightfull and admiring thoughts of God's Love and Goodness;
These Are Benefits which deserve chiefly to entertain us with delightful and admiring thoughts of God's Love and goodness;
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these which will not puff us up with Pride, as to meditate on our worldly advantages is very apt to doe.
these which will not puff us up with Pride, as to meditate on our worldly advantages is very apt to do.
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It is often in the thoughts of a Man of this World (and he greatly delights in such thoughts) what advantages he has of others,
It is often in the thoughts of a Man of this World (and he greatly delights in such thoughts) what advantages he has of Others,
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how rich and great he is, how much finer than those he walks by, what power to doe good or hurt he has, what Interest with great Men.
how rich and great he is, how much finer than those he walks by, what power to do good or hurt he has, what Interest with great Men.
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But the wise and good Man with great delight meditates upon his conformity to the divine Nature;
But the wise and good Man with great delight meditates upon his conformity to the divine Nature;
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his Victory over his own foolish and wicked one; upon his Acceptance and Favour with God the King of Heaven.
his Victory over his own foolish and wicked one; upon his Acceptance and Favour with God the King of Heaven.
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And in comparison to these Advantages he reckons all other to be very mean and little.
And in comparison to these Advantages he reckons all other to be very mean and little.
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He knows these are eternal Advantages, and the other temporal and but of short continuance:
He knows these Are Eternal Advantages, and the other temporal and but of short Continuance:
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That the rich and poor, the honourable and the mean, shall go down alike into the dust, be dealt with alike at the great Judgment,
That the rich and poor, the honourable and the mean, shall go down alike into the dust, be dealt with alike At the great Judgement,
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and be levelled in the everlasting Rewards and Punishments. But Piety and Vertue, and the different degrees of them, make everlasting differences.
and be leveled in the everlasting Rewards and Punishments. But Piety and Virtue, and the different Degrees of them, make everlasting differences.
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The good Man is comforted in his death, the evil Man afflicted:
The good Man is comforted in his death, the evil Man afflicted:
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The good Man shall rise again to Joy and Glory, the evil one to shame and everlasting contempt. If then we rightly understand our selves, we shall account it much more happy and desirable to be vertuous,
The good Man shall rise again to Joy and Glory, the evil one to shame and everlasting contempt. If then we rightly understand our selves, we shall account it much more happy and desirable to be virtuous,
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and pious, and wise, than to have the greatest degrees of worldly riches, or the largest share or choice of sensual Pleasures.
and pious, and wise, than to have the greatest Degrees of worldly riches, or the Largest share or choice of sensual Pleasures.
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And then certainly the Direction intimated in the Text requires, that we account our Religion our most valuable Possession;
And then Certainly the Direction intimated in the Text requires, that we account our Religion our most valuable Possession;
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That for which we should be ready to part with all our worldly advantages, and even our lives too.
That for which we should be ready to part with all our worldly advantages, and even our lives too.
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It should be so preferred before outward goods, as that we should never grudge the greatest labour and pains or cost and charge that it can require to preserve and maintain this;
It should be so preferred before outward goods, as that we should never grudge the greatest labour and pains or cost and charge that it can require to preserve and maintain this;
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nothing should be too dear to purchase the Liberty and Safety of our Religion.
nothing should be too dear to purchase the Liberty and Safety of our Religion.
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Thus our Lives and Behaviour would signifie that we judge of the divine Revelations what the Royal Psalmist here expresses, That they are more to be desired than gold,
Thus our Lives and Behaviour would signify that we judge of the divine Revelations what the Royal Psalmist Here Expresses, That they Are more to be desired than gold,
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yea, than much fine gold, and are sweeter also than honey and the honey-comb. yea, than much fine gold, and Are Sweeten also than honey and the honeycomb.
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THE PRAYER. ALmighty God! Most Wise and Perfect; Infinite in all Perfections: Thou art Light, and with Thee is no Darkness at all;
THE PRAYER. ALmighty God! Most Wise and Perfect; Infinite in all Perfections: Thou art Light, and with Thee is no Darkness At all;
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with Thee is infinite Understanding and an all-comprehending Knowledge:
with Thee is infinite Understanding and an All-comprehending Knowledge:
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and Thou art the Father of Lights, and the Giver of every good and every perfect Gift.
and Thou art the Father of Lights, and the Giver of every good and every perfect Gift.
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Thou, Lord, hast made us, and not we our selves; and therefore also Thou knowest us altogether, and much better than we do our selves.
Thou, Lord, hast made us, and not we our selves; and Therefore also Thou Knowest us altogether, and much better than we do our selves.
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From Thee, O Lord, we might best learn what becomes us, what our true Interest is,
From Thee, Oh Lord, we might best Learn what becomes us, what our true Interest is,
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and wherein our Happiness lies, and in what way to attain it. To whom should we go but unto Thee for all Wisdom and necessary Instruction;
and wherein our Happiness lies, and in what Way to attain it. To whom should we go but unto Thee for all Wisdom and necessary Instruction;
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for Thou alone hast the Words of Eternal Life.
for Thou alone haste the Words of Eternal Life.
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And Thanks be to thee, O Lord, and thy infinite Goodness, this Knowledge and Instruction is not with-held from us:
And Thanks be to thee, Oh Lord, and thy infinite goodness, this Knowledge and Instruction is not withheld from us:
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Thou hast revealed all that is necessary for us to know, and enough to make us wise unto Salvation.
Thou hast revealed all that is necessary for us to know, and enough to make us wise unto Salvation.
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Thou hast taught us, that Holiness and Vertue are our Honour, and the Perfection of our Nature;
Thou hast taught us, that Holiness and Virtue Are our Honour, and the Perfection of our Nature;
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that these are the way to Happiness:
that these Are the Way to Happiness:
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That our Happiness consists in thy Favour and Love, and in our Enjoyment of Thee by receiving the Exercises of thy Love.
That our Happiness consists in thy Favour and Love, and in our Enjoyment of Thee by receiving the Exercises of thy Love.
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Thou hast clearly shown us the Source and Spring of the Misery we are liable to;
Thou hast clearly shown us the Source and Spring of the Misery we Are liable to;
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hast told us that our Destruction is of our selves, our Sin has ruin'd us; and hast also kindly discovered a Remedy for our Guilt and Misery.
haste told us that our Destruction is of our selves, our since has ruined us; and hast also kindly discovered a Remedy for our Gilded and Misery.
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Thou hast set forth thy Son, Jesus Christ, as a Propitiation for Sin through Faith in his Blood;
Thou hast Set forth thy Son, jesus christ, as a Propitiation for since through Faith in his Blood;
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hast invited us to come to Him for Life and Salvation, to give up our selves to him as a Lord to rule,
hast invited us to come to Him for Life and Salvation, to give up our selves to him as a Lord to Rule,
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and a Master to teach us, that so we may be Partakers in the Atonement he has made for Sin, may be pardoned on his Account and recover thy Favour and Love which our Sins had forfeited and lost.
and a Master to teach us, that so we may be Partakers in the Atonement he has made for since, may be pardoned on his Account and recover thy Favour and Love which our Sins had forfeited and lost.
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We praise Thee, O Lord, we bless Thee for thine inestimable Love in the Redemption of the World by Jesus Christ,
We praise Thee, Oh Lord, we bless Thee for thine inestimable Love in the Redemption of the World by jesus christ,
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and for the means of Grace, thy Holy Scriptures.
and for the means of Grace, thy Holy Scriptures.
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We are ashamed to think that we should little regard so great a Blessing, that we should ever neglect or despise them, that we should seldom use what would be so beneficial to us as they.
We Are ashamed to think that we should little regard so great a Blessing, that we should ever neglect or despise them, that we should seldom use what would be so beneficial to us as they.
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Lord, of thy infinite Mercy, put an end to this mischievous Folly, and make us for the future more conversant in those blessed Revelations which Thou hast afforded us.
Lord, of thy infinite Mercy, put an end to this mischievous Folly, and make us for the future more conversant in those blessed Revelations which Thou hast afforded us.
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Make us able to discern their Excellency, Usefulness and Importance.
Make us able to discern their Excellency, Usefulness and Importance.
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So that we may love them, and loving, may meditate in thy Law day and night;
So that we may love them, and loving, may meditate in thy Law day and night;
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that thy Word may dwell richly in us, and have its due Power upon our Hearts and Lives.
that thy Word may dwell richly in us, and have its due Power upon our Hearts and Lives.
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Let it sanctifie and cleanse us from all Iniquity, and make us fruitfull in all good works, bringing forth our fruit in due season.
Let it sanctify and cleanse us from all Iniquity, and make us fruitful in all good works, bringing forth our fruit in due season.
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Do Thou, who hast caused all Holy Scriptures to be written for our Instruction, give us the Grace so to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them, that by Patience and Comfort of thy Holy Scriptures, we may embrace and ever hold fast the Hope of attaining everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ.
Do Thou, who hast caused all Holy Scriptures to be written for our Instruction, give us the Grace so to read, mark, Learn and inwardly digest them, that by Patience and Comfort of thy Holy Scriptures, we may embrace and ever hold fast the Hope of attaining everlasting Life, through jesus christ.
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The same Mercy and Favour we implore for all Mankind;
The same Mercy and Favour we implore for all Mankind;
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Lord, let this divine Light shine into those Corners of the World which are yet in darkness.
Lord, let this divine Light shine into those Corners of the World which Are yet in darkness.
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Let the Earth be filled with Knowledge of Thee, and of thy Christ, as the Waters cover the Sea. Grant that all the Members of thy Church, who enjoy this means of Instruction, may walk as Children of the Light,
Let the Earth be filled with Knowledge of Thee, and of thy christ, as the Waters cover the Sea. Grant that all the Members of thy Church, who enjoy this means of Instruction, may walk as Children of the Light,
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and abstain from all the Works of Darkness. Prosper that part of thy Church which Thou hast planted among us in spiritual things;
and abstain from all the Works of Darkness. Prosper that part of thy Church which Thou hast planted among us in spiritual things;
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and be Thou our Defence against all the Enemies of thy Truth. Bless our gracious King and Queen;
and be Thou our Defence against all the Enemies of thy Truth. Bless our gracious King and Queen;
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replenish them with the Grace of thy Holy Spirit, that they may alway incline to thy Will, and walk in thy Way;
replenish them with the Grace of thy Holy Spirit, that they may always incline to thy Will, and walk in thy Way;
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let their ways always please Thee, and do Thou make all their Enemies to be at Peace with them;
let their ways always please Thee, and do Thou make all their Enemies to be At Peace with them;
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and make us and all their Subjects, duly considering whose Authority they have, faithfully to serve, honour and humbly obey them, in Thee and for Thee, according to Thy blessed Word and Ordinance.
and make us and all their Subject's, duly considering whose authority they have, faithfully to serve, honour and humbly obey them, in Thee and for Thee, according to Thy blessed Word and Ordinance.
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Illuminate all Bishops, Priests and Deacons, with true knowledge and Understanding of thy Word, that both by their Preaching and Living they may set it forth and shew it accordingly.
Illuminate all Bishops, Priests and Deacons, with true knowledge and Understanding of thy Word, that both by their Preaching and Living they may Set it forth and show it accordingly.
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Possess all that are related to us with the wisdom from above, to thy Glory, and their present and eternal Happiness.
Possess all that Are related to us with the Wisdom from above, to thy Glory, and their present and Eternal Happiness.
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We praise thy Infinite Mercy for the Word which we have this day heard, and earnestly we desire that it may accomplish in all of us the good purpose for which thou appointest it.
We praise thy Infinite Mercy for the Word which we have this day herd, and earnestly we desire that it may accomplish in all of us the good purpose for which thou appointest it.
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Pardon, O Lord, we pray thee, the Iniquity of our Holy things;
Pardon, Oh Lord, we pray thee, the Iniquity of our Holy things;
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Protect us this night, and the remainder of our days from all Evil bodily and spiritual,
Pact us this night, and the remainder of our days from all Evil bodily and spiritual,
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and bestow upon us such good things as Thou seest most expedient.
and bestow upon us such good things as Thou See most expedient.
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All we ask in the Name of Jesus Christ, thy Son, our only Saviour and Redeemer. Our Father, &c.
All we ask in the Name of jesus christ, thy Son, our only Saviour and Redeemer. Our Father, etc.
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REPENTANCE Urged from The Coming of Christ. Let us Pray.
REPENTANCE Urged from The Coming of christ. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our doings with thy most gracious favour, and further us with thy continual help, that in all our works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Matth. 3.1, 2. and finally by thy Mercy obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. Matthew 3.1, 2.
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In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judea, And saying, Repent ye:
In those days Come John the Baptist, preaching in the Wilderness of Judea, And saying, repent you:
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for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
for the Kingdom of heaven is At hand.
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THERE is at all times too much occasion to preach Repentance, from the general Corruption and Wickedness that spreads it self among Mankind.
THERE is At all times too much occasion to preach Repentance, from the general Corruption and Wickedness that spreads it self among Mankind.
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And it is never unseasonable for any one to practise this, since we have daily occasion for it by our daily Offences;
And it is never unseasonable for any one to practise this, since we have daily occasion for it by our daily Offences;
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as our Saviour himself intimates, in directing us every day to pray for the Forgiveness of our Sins.
as our Saviour himself intimates, in directing us every day to pray for the Forgiveness of our Sins.
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Yet, if we consider, that this was the chief Subject of the Baptist's Preaching, as our Text shows;
Yet, if we Consider, that this was the chief Subject of the Baptist's Preaching, as our Text shows;
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that also our Lord himself almost at the same time began his Preaching too with the same Subject, as appears Matt. 4.17. and that he directed his Apostles also to insist upon the same, as we may see Mark 6.12. From these things it may doubtless be allowable to conclude that, as there is a time for all things, so, there are some particular seasons which do more especially require and call for the Preaching and the Practice of Repentance.
that also our Lord himself almost At the same time began his Preaching too with the same Subject, as appears Matt. 4.17. and that he directed his Apostles also to insist upon the same, as we may see Mark 6.12. From these things it may doubtless be allowable to conclude that, as there is a time for all things, so, there Are Some particular seasons which do more especially require and call for the Preaching and the Practice of Repentance.
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I shall not stay to take notice of any other Circumstance of that time in which the Baptist urged this,
I shall not stay to take notice of any other Circumstance of that time in which the Baptist urged this,
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than only what is mention'd in the Text, which we have expressed there under these words, For the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
than only what is mentioned in the Text, which we have expressed there under these words, For the Kingdom of heaven is At hand.
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This Argument did our Saviour also urge and his Apostles likewise.
This Argument did our Saviour also urge and his Apostles likewise.
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Now we must know, that by these words, The kingdom of heaven is at hand, is meant, That the time and days of the long expected Messiah were now beginning.
Now we must know, that by these words, The Kingdom of heaven is At hand, is meant, That the time and days of the long expected Messiah were now beginning.
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The time was come when he should be exhibited and revealed to the World.
The time was come when he should be exhibited and revealed to the World.
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The time of Christ's coming had been prophesied of under the Name of The kingdom of God, Dan. 2.44. which signifies the same thing with The kingdom of heaven. And the Jews themselves understood and expected the times of the Messiah under that Name;
The time of Christ's coming had been prophesied of under the Name of The Kingdom of God, Dan. 2.44. which signifies the same thing with The Kingdom of heaven. And the jews themselves understood and expected the times of the Messiah under that Name;
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so that the Argument is this, Repent, for the Messiah is now come, and beginning to exhibit himself.
so that the Argument is this, repent, for the Messiah is now come, and beginning to exhibit himself.
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The coming of the Messiah is a season for Repentance, to prepare your selves for it,
The coming of the Messiah is a season for Repentance, to prepare your selves for it,
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and that ye may partake of the happy Benefits of his coming.
and that you may partake of the happy Benefits of his coming.
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And if Repentance was so particularly seasonable then, and necessary to dispose and fit men to receive his Coming, 'tis also particularly seasonable at the time when the Church does solemnly commemorate his Coming into the World.
And if Repentance was so particularly seasonable then, and necessary to dispose and fit men to receive his Coming, it's also particularly seasonable At the time when the Church does solemnly commemorate his Coming into the World.
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This his Coming should be remembred with the same disposition of Mind, with the same affections of the Heart, with which it ought at first to be received:
This his Coming should be remembered with the same disposition of Mind, with the same affections of the Heart, with which it ought At First to be received:
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and it is the Church's design in celebrating the memorial of our Saviour's coming into the World, to take occasion from thence with the more Advantage to stir up in the Hearts of its Members such Dispositions and Affections as are suitable to it.
and it is the Church's Design in celebrating the memorial of our Saviour's coming into the World, to take occasion from thence with the more Advantage to stir up in the Hearts of its Members such Dispositions and Affections as Are suitable to it.
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I therefore think it very fit in compliance with our Church's design, and to promote a due and profitable remembrance of our Saviour's coming into the World at this time, to urge and insist upon Repentance,
I Therefore think it very fit in compliance with our Church's Design, and to promote a due and profitable remembrance of our Saviour's coming into the World At this time, to urge and insist upon Repentance,
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as his Fore-runner, and Himself, and his Apostles did, at the time of his Coming.
as his Forerunner, and Himself, and his Apostles did, At the time of his Coming.
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In the Text then, let us take notice of these two things, which were the Subject of the Baptist's Preaching, 1. An Exhortation, in these words, Repent ye. 2. An Enforcement of that Exhortation, in these words, For the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
In the Text then, let us take notice of these two things, which were the Subject of the Baptist's Preaching, 1. an Exhortation, in these words, repent you. 2. an Enforcement of that Exhortation, in these words, For the Kingdom of heaven is At hand.
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These things afford, and require the insisting upon these two Heads of Discourse: I. That I show what is exhorted to in the word Repent.
These things afford, and require the insisting upon these two Heads of Discourse: I. That I show what is exhorted to in the word repent.
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II. What Argument or Reason for it is contained in this, That the Messiah is come into the World.
II What Argument or Reason for it is contained in this, That the Messiah is come into the World.
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To begin with the First of these:
To begin with the First of these:
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The time will not allow me to give more than a brief and summary Account of the Doctrine of Repentance;
The time will not allow me to give more than a brief and summary Account of the Doctrine of Repentance;
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and I shall contract this part of the Discourse as much as may be, because it is to be the present business rather to urge it with what this Argument contains to that purpose,
and I shall contract this part of the Discourse as much as may be, Because it is to be the present business rather to urge it with what this Argument contains to that purpose,
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than to give a large and particular Description of Repentance.
than to give a large and particular Description of Repentance.
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It shall suffice then for to give the Import of the Exhortation in our Text, to say, That Repentance must consist of these two main Parts. 1. A Change of the Mind. 2. A Change of the Life.
It shall suffice then for to give the Import of the Exhortation in our Text, to say, That Repentance must consist of these two main Parts. 1. A Change of the Mind. 2. A Change of the Life.
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1. There must be in our Repentance a Change of the Mind from that state and disposition which it was in before, to another that is contrary and new.
1. There must be in our Repentance a Change of the Mind from that state and disposition which it was in before, to Another that is contrary and new.
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We must have what the Psalmist prayed for under the Name of A clean heart, instead of a polluted one,
We must have what the Psalmist prayed for under the Name of A clean heart, instead of a polluted one,
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and A right spirit, instead of a perverse one, Psal. 51.10. We must obey that Command relating to Repentance which bids purifie our hearts, James 4.8. But more particularly,
and A right Spirit, instead of a perverse one, Psalm 51.10. We must obey that Command relating to Repentance which bids purify our hearts, James 4.8. But more particularly,
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The Love of Sin, which is natural to the corrupt state of Mankind, must be turned into an Hatred of it,
The Love of since, which is natural to the corrupt state of Mankind, must be turned into an Hatred of it,
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and the disdain and neglect of Holiness and Vertue which was in the Mind before, must be exchanged for the Love and Pursuit of that, Ye that love the Lord, hate evil, says the Psalmist, Psal. 97.10.
and the disdain and neglect of Holiness and Virtue which was in the Mind before, must be exchanged for the Love and Pursuit of that, You that love the Lord, hate evil, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 97.10.
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intimating that these two things necessarily belong to the same disposition of Mind, and do accompany true Repentance, the Love of God,
intimating that these two things necessarily belong to the same disposition of Mind, and do accompany true Repentance, the Love of God,
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and the Hatred of Sin. And the Hatred of Sin must proceed from a clear Conviction of the true odiousness and vileness of that in its own nature:
and the Hatred of Sin. And the Hatred of since must proceed from a clear Conviction of the true odiousness and vileness of that in its own nature:
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And the Love of Vertue and Holiness must proceed from a discerning the Beauty and Excellency of that:
And the Love of Virtue and Holiness must proceed from a discerning the Beauty and Excellency of that:
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Accordingly we find some true Penitents speaking thus of themselves, Through thy Precepts I get understanding,
Accordingly we find Some true Penitents speaking thus of themselves, Through thy Precepts I get understanding,
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therefore I hate every false way; and, I esteem all thy Commands concerning all things, to be right; Therefore I hate every false Way; and, I esteem all thy Commands Concerning all things, to be right;
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and, Oh, how I love thy Law, it is my meditation all the day! Another says, The Law is holy, and the Commandment holy, just and good:
and, O, how I love thy Law, it is my meditation all the day! another Says, The Law is holy, and the Commandment holy, just and good:
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and, I delight in the Law of God, after the inward man, Rom. 7.12, 22. Again, This Change of the Mind must include an hearty sorrow and trouble of Mind for our Sins; which is called Contrition.
and, I delight in the Law of God, After the inward man, Rom. 7.12, 22. Again, This Change of the Mind must include an hearty sorrow and trouble of Mind for our Sins; which is called Contrition.
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Hence the H. Scripture, when it urges Repentance, bids Men, turn to the Lord with weeping and mourning;
Hence the H. Scripture, when it urges Repentance, bids Men, turn to the Lord with weeping and mourning;
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and it says, Rent your hearts, and not your garments, and turn to the Lord, Joel 2.13. We must be heartily grieved for the Offence and Injury offered to the great God in our Sins:
and it Says, Rend your hearts, and not your garments, and turn to the Lord, Joel 2.13. We must be heartily grieved for the Offence and Injury offered to the great God in our Sins:
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The Remembrance of these must be very grievous unto us, the Burthen of them must be intolerable, however pleasant they were to us in the Commission, or in what attended them.
The Remembrance of these must be very grievous unto us, the Burden of them must be intolerable, however pleasant they were to us in the Commission, or in what attended them.
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We must not be disposed to boast of our Sins, but be sadly ashamed of them.
We must not be disposed to boast of our Sins, but be sadly ashamed of them.
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We must no more delight in doing any Evil, but have all our delight in doing Good.
We must no more delight in doing any Evil, but have all our delight in doing Good.
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And this godly Sorrow must not be one single act or a transient fit of Grief only,
And this godly Sorrow must not be one single act or a Transient fit of Grief only,
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but the very disposition and settled state of our Minds.
but the very disposition and settled state of our Minds.
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The Penitent must have a Mind always humble and abased, never thinking of his Sins without shame and self-condemnation.
The Penitent must have a Mind always humble and abased, never thinking of his Sins without shame and Self-condemnation.
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In the last place, This Change of the Mind must proceed to solemn and hearty Vows and Resolutions of forsaking all that is Evil,
In the last place, This Change of the Mind must proceed to solemn and hearty Vows and Resolutions of forsaking all that is Evil,
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and of doing that which is our Duty.
and of doing that which is our Duty.
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In this sence, the wicked Man must forsake his thoughts as the Prophet directs, Isa. 55.7. That which it was the constant business of his Mind before to contrive and doe, that he must now take care to avoid.
In this sense, the wicked Man must forsake his thoughts as the Prophet directs, Isaiah 55.7. That which it was the constant business of his Mind before to contrive and do, that he must now take care to avoid.
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We must renounce the Devil and all his Works;
We must renounce the devil and all his Works;
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and resolve, and make it our task, that we will keep the Commands of God all the days of our lives.
and resolve, and make it our task, that we will keep the Commands of God all the days of our lives.
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We cannot truly hate Evil, and love the Commands of God without coming to these Resolutions.
We cannot truly hate Evil, and love the Commands of God without coming to these Resolutions.
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Thus far must the Change of the Mind proceed in our Repentance. And after all this, there must be moreover,
Thus Far must the Change of the Mind proceed in our Repentance. And After all this, there must be moreover,
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2. A Change of the Life, and the Course of our Actions.
2. A Change of the Life, and the Course of our Actions.
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As they were all, or generally Evil before, either in the matter, end, or manner of doing them, they do now become Good, and must be so.
As they were all, or generally Evil before, either in the matter, end, or manner of doing them, they do now become Good, and must be so.
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That is not a sincere Change of the Mind, that does not continually put a Man on to endeavour this Change of his Actions,
That is not a sincere Change of the Mind, that does not continually put a Man on to endeavour this Change of his Actions,
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and which does not in a good measure accomplish and effect it. The Holy Scripture evidently requires this Reformation of the Life in our Repentance.
and which does not in a good measure accomplish and Effect it. The Holy Scripture evidently requires this Reformation of the Life in our Repentance.
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Put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes (says the Prophet in the Name of God) Cease to doe evil, Learn to doe well, Isa. 1.16, 17. The necessity and Importance of this is taught us in the Story of Niniveh 's Repentance.Put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes (Says the Prophet in the Name of God) Cease to do evil, Learn to do well, Isaiah 1.16, 17. The necessity and Importance of this is taught us in the Story of Nineveh is Repentance.
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They did not satisfie themselves to mourn for their Sins only, or to confess and humble themselves for them,
They did not satisfy themselves to mourn for their Sins only, or to confess and humble themselves for them,
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but did set upon a speedy Amendment of their Lives. They said, Let every one turn from his evil ways, Jonah 3.8. and this in the 10th. verse is that which is said to have found favour with God:
but did Set upon a speedy Amendment of their Lives. They said, Let every one turn from his evil ways, Jonah 3.8. and this in the 10th. verse is that which is said to have found favour with God:
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for 'tis there said, God saw their works, that they turned from their evil ways,
for it's there said, God saw their works, that they turned from their evil ways,
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and God repented of the evil that he said he would doe unto them, and he did it not. and God repented of the evil that he said he would do unto them, and he did it not.
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This then must appear in our Repentance; there must be a continued actual performance of those our good Vows and Resolutions;
This then must appear in our Repentance; there must be a continued actual performance of those our good Vows and Resolutions;
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and that even when we are tempted to break them, and when the Occasions and Opportunities of doing so do thrust themselves upon us.
and that even when we Are tempted to break them, and when the Occasions and Opportunities of doing so do thrust themselves upon us.
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Indeed our Conversion is not perfect in this Life;
Indeed our Conversion is not perfect in this Life;
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but if it be sincere and true it is usually going on and growing towards perfection.
but if it be sincere and true it is usually going on and growing towards perfection.
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And though it must be acknowledged, that in many things we do all offend;
And though it must be acknowledged, that in many things we do all offend;
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yet it must also be said, that in most things the true Penitent does not offend, but does well.
yet it must also be said, that in most things the true Penitent does not offend, but does well.
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The most of his Actions are good;
The most of his Actions Are good;
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and his good Actions, tho' they have some Imperfection adhering to them, yet they are in the greatest part of them good, and they are sincerely so.
and his good Actions, though they have Some Imperfection adhering to them, yet they Are in the greatest part of them good, and they Are sincerely so.
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As for Sins of Ignorance, or Surprise, or those which by reason of their Levity easily steal from us,
As for Sins of Ignorance, or Surprise, or those which by reason of their Levity Easily steal from us,
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as a Learned Man speaks ( Hamm. Pract. Cat.) These being accompanied with a general Sorrow for them,
as a Learned Man speaks (Hamm. Pract. Cat.) These being accompanied with a general Sorrow for them,
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and with Applications for their Pardon in the Name of Jesus Christ, and constant Care and Endeavour that they may be as few as is possible, they are consistent, says he, with a true Penitent state.
and with Applications for their Pardon in the Name of jesus christ, and constant Care and Endeavour that they may be as few as is possible, they Are consistent, Says he, with a true Penitent state.
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And, he adds, so may also some one act of deliberate Sin be which we might have avoided;
And, he adds, so may also Some one act of deliberate since be which we might have avoided;
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If it be presently retracted with Contrition and Confession, and a re-inforcement of our Resolutions and Endeavours against it;
If it be presently retracted with Contrition and Confessi, and a reinforcement of our Resolutions and Endeavours against it;
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and so that it be not at all favoured or indulged in us.
and so that it be not At all favoured or indulged in us.
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And lastly, We must know, that no habitual Custom of sinning continued in is consistent with a true Repentance.
And lastly, We must know, that no habitual Custom of sinning continued in is consistent with a true Repentance.
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Therefore 'tis said, They that are in Christ, have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts thereof;
Therefore it's said, They that Are in christ, have Crucified the Flesh with the affections and Lustiest thereof;
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if these are crucified, they do not rule, nor commonly make themselves to be obeyed; and such walk not after the flesh, but after the spirit.
if these Are Crucified, they do not Rule, nor commonly make themselves to be obeyed; and such walk not After the Flesh, but After the Spirit.
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All our Sorrow for Sin then is but pretended, and all our Vows, and Resolutions,
All our Sorrow for since then is but pretended, and all our Vows, and Resolutions,
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and even Prayers against it, fall short of a true and acceptable Repentance, while we live in the Practice of Sin,
and even Prayers against it, fallen short of a true and acceptable Repentance, while we live in the Practice of since,
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and frequently return to the actual Commission of it.
and frequently return to the actual Commission of it.
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And, on the other side it must be said, that even the Amendment and Change of life in any case which does not proceed from a Hatred of Sin and Sorrow for it, that is not a true Repentance.
And, on the other side it must be said, that even the Amendment and Change of life in any case which does not proceed from a Hatred of since and Sorrow for it, that is not a true Repentance.
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For a Man may leave his Sins without any true aversion for them, upon some other accounts.
For a Man may leave his Sins without any true aversion for them, upon Some other accounts.
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He may not be fallen out with his Sin truly, but only with some inconvenient Attendants on it.
He may not be fallen out with his since truly, but only with Some inconvenient Attendants on it.
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He could willingly follow it still, were it consistent with his interest and thriving, or with his reputation and designs in the World.
He could willingly follow it still, were it consistent with his Interest and thriving, or with his reputation and designs in the World.
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And this case is usually only a changing of one Sin for another, instead of a true and hearty Repentance and Conversion from every evil way.
And this case is usually only a changing of one since for Another, instead of a true and hearty Repentance and Conversion from every evil Way.
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Thus much shall suffice to explain the Exhortation in our Text, which was the first part intended of this Discourse.
Thus much shall suffice to explain the Exhortation in our Text, which was the First part intended of this Discourse.
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I proceed now to the Second, which is, to set before you the Import of the Argument or Enforcement of this Exhortation which also we have in the Text:
I proceed now to the Second, which is, to Set before you the Import of the Argument or Enforcement of this Exhortation which also we have in the Text:
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which is this, The coming of the Messiah, or Christ, into the world, to save sinners, should move and perswade all men to repentance.
which is this, The coming of the Messiah, or christ, into the world, to save Sinners, should move and persuade all men to Repentance.
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In speaking to this, I shall show what Argument and Reason for Repentance is contained in this thing.
In speaking to this, I shall show what Argument and Reason for Repentance is contained in this thing.
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And this is very necessary to be insisted on;
And this is very necessary to be insisted on;
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because Men are apt to conclude even from the coming of Christ to save Sinners, that their own Repentance and a Good-life are the less necessary;
Because Men Are apt to conclude even from the coming of christ to save Sinners, that their own Repentance and a Good-life Are the less necessary;
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they are ready to believe, that to rely upon his Satisfaction and Merits is enough to Salvation, without their own Care and Labour to doe well:
they Are ready to believe, that to rely upon his Satisfaction and Merits is enough to Salvation, without their own Care and Labour to do well:
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and so they do most perniciously and perversly turn that into an Encouragement of Wickedness which is indeed one of the greatest Motives to Holiness and Vertue.
and so they do most perniciously and perversely turn that into an Encouragement of Wickedness which is indeed one of the greatest Motives to Holiness and Virtue.
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Now this Argument which St. John uses in our Text to urge Repentance by, contains and implies these four strong Inducements and Motives to it.
Now this Argument which Saint John uses in our Text to urge Repentance by, contains and Implies these four strong Inducements and Motives to it.
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1. It was the very end and design of our Saviour's coming into the World, to bring Men to Repentance of their Sins.
1. It was the very end and Design of our Saviour's coming into the World, to bring Men to Repentance of their Sins.
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He design'd to reconcile us to God, as well as God to us; we necessarily hate even him, since we have wronged and rebelled against Him;
He designed to reconcile us to God, as well as God to us; we necessarily hate even him, since we have wronged and rebelled against Him;
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and the Son of God has shown so amazing a Kindness and Love, to conquer our unreasonable Enmity,
and the Son of God has shown so amazing a Kindness and Love, to conquer our unreasonable Enmity,
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and enflame us with the Love of Him, to make us fall out with our Sins which are so offensive to God,
and inflame us with the Love of Him, to make us fallen out with our Sins which Are so offensive to God,
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and return to those good and holy Practices that will please Him.
and return to those good and holy Practices that will please Him.
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For this reason it was said of Him by the Angel, who foretold his miraculous Birth, that he should save his people from their sins.
For this reason it was said of Him by the Angel, who foretold his miraculous Birth, that he should save his people from their Sins.
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And 'tis said in Tit. 2.14. He gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purifie to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
And it's said in Tit. 2.14. He gave himself for us, that he might Redeem us from all iniquity, and purify to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
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The blessed Jesus came not into the World upon a design so dishonourable to God, and disadvantageous to Mankind, as to encourage Sin and Wickedness;
The blessed jesus Come not into the World upon a Design so dishonourable to God, and disadvantageous to Mankind, as to encourage since and Wickedness;
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but he came to promote the Glory of God, and the Happiness of Mankind, by promoting Piety and Vertue.
but he Come to promote the Glory of God, and the Happiness of Mankind, by promoting Piety and Virtue.
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To repent of our Sins then, to cease to doe evil, and learn to doe well, is to comply with his design,
To Repent of our Sins then, to cease to do evil, and Learn to do well, is to comply with his Design,
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and does declare and show that his design was worthy of him. We must look upon this as the Effect which he intended his living among us,
and does declare and show that his Design was worthy of him. We must look upon this as the Effect which he intended his living among us,
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and dying for us, should have, that these things should make us hate all Sin, and fall in love with Vertue.
and dying for us, should have, that these things should make us hate all since, and fallen in love with Virtue.
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And surely his Practice of Piety and Vertue is very fit to induce us to it,
And surely his Practice of Piety and Virtue is very fit to induce us to it,
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since it shows that we must needs doe thus, that we may imitate and follow him, who proposes himself to us as a Master;
since it shows that we must needs do thus, that we may imitate and follow him, who proposes himself to us as a Master;
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and that we may please him, who has plainly shown himself a Friend. And his dying for our Sins is very fit to make us hate all Iniquity,
and that we may please him, who has plainly shown himself a Friend. And his dying for our Sins is very fit to make us hate all Iniquity,
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when we see therein God's great hatred against it, and when we consider that this it was which crucified Him,
when we see therein God's great hatred against it, and when we Consider that this it was which Crucified Him,
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and that it does as it were crucifie him afresh.
and that it does as it were crucify him afresh.
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To continue in Sin under the Preaching of the Gospel, is in Effect, to trample upon the Blood of Christ,
To continue in since under the Preaching of the Gospel, is in Effect, to trample upon the Blood of christ,
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and to despise that which was shed to redeem us from everlasting Misery.
and to despise that which was shed to Redeem us from everlasting Misery.
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We set our selves against Him then, when we oppose his designs, when we obstinately retain our Sins, and will not forsake them.
We Set our selves against Him then, when we oppose his designs, when we obstinately retain our Sins, and will not forsake them.
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But how monstrous an Ingratitude is there in this!
But how monstrous an Ingratitude is there in this!
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We carry our selves herein as if his design were not kind and advantageous to us, but really inconvenient and mischievous;
We carry our selves herein as if his Design were not kind and advantageous to us, but really inconvenient and mischievous;
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as if the Blessed Jesus, after all the Love he has shown, were indeed our Enemy!
as if the Blessed jesus, After all the Love he has shown, were indeed our Enemy!
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How can this be deliberately and expresly thought or imagined? Yet is this extravagant Opinion of him and his design virtually and implicitly contained in this our Refusal to comply with his design.
How can this be deliberately and expressly Thought or imagined? Yet is this extravagant Opinion of him and his Design virtually and implicitly contained in this our Refusal to comply with his Design.
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When Men will not forsake their Sins upon the Preaching of the Gospel, they do in effect say,
When Men will not forsake their Sins upon the Preaching of the Gospel, they do in Effect say,
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as if the offer and desire of the Redeemer, to take away their Sins, were to take away what is good,
as if the offer and desire of the Redeemer, to take away their Sins, were to take away what is good,
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and usefull, and necessary to them. They conceal from themselves the Love of the Mediatour by the Love of their Sins,
and useful, and necessary to them. They conceal from themselves the Love of the Mediator by the Love of their Sins,
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and most ungratefully impute Unkindness to the greatest Lover.
and most ungratefully impute Unkindness to the greatest Lover.
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2. The coming of the Messiah to save is a mighty Obligation and Incentive to Repentance;
2. The coming of the Messiah to save is a mighty Obligation and Incentive to Repentance;
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Therefore is this Argument so often used by the first Preachers of the Gospel.
Therefore is this Argument so often used by the First Preachers of the Gospel.
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Certainly, so great a Demonstration of God's Love to Mankind does require our Love to God again:
Certainly, so great a Demonstration of God's Love to Mankind does require our Love to God again:
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What a Wonder is it that there should be a Salvation attainable by so guilty and provoking Creatures as we are!
What a Wonder is it that there should be a Salvation attainable by so guilty and provoking Creatures as we Are!
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That the infinite offended Justice of God did not leave us to perish in the Condition we had thrown our selves into,
That the infinite offended justice of God did not leave us to perish in the Condition we had thrown our selves into,
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and to endure the misery which we had most deeply deserved!
and to endure the misery which we had most deeply deserved!
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That he should concern himself to save so poor, so unprofitable things to him as we are;
That he should concern himself to save so poor, so unprofitable things to him as we Are;
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and should save us at so costly a rate! That the Son of God should become a Ransome for his rebellious Creatures!
and should save us At so costly a rate! That the Son of God should become a Ransom for his rebellious Creatures!
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Is there not herein the greatest Incentive, the greatest Obligation to love God? What plausible ground can remain after this for any hard thoughts of him,
Is there not herein the greatest Incentive, the greatest Obligation to love God? What plausible ground can remain After this for any hard thoughts of him,
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or the least aversion to him? How can we make a shift to think He has not a great Good-will to us? When we see him so little resenting the greatest Affronts,
or the least aversion to him? How can we make a shift to think He has not a great Goodwill to us? When we see him so little resenting the greatest Affronts,
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as we may speak, and exercising so great an Act of kindness and favour even after his Creature had abused large and bounteous exercises of his Favour.
as we may speak, and exercising so great an Act of kindness and favour even After his Creature had abused large and bounteous exercises of his Favour.
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And then, if Love does appear, if most glorious Love does shine in this matter;
And then, if Love does appear, if most glorious Love does shine in this matter;
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it is a great Inducement to Love, and to abound in all the proper exercises and expressions of Love.
it is a great Inducement to Love, and to abound in all the proper exercises and expressions of Love.
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But his Love has no influence upon us, and we do not love him after all that he has done to win us,
But his Love has no influence upon us, and we do not love him After all that he has done to win us,
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if we do not hate what he declares is an Abomination to him; if we do not bitterly lament whatever we have done to offend him;
if we do not hate what he declares is an Abomination to him; if we do not bitterly lament whatever we have done to offend him;
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if we do not resolve and set our selves to doe whatever will please him.
if we do not resolve and Set our selves to do whatever will please him.
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These things are the Characters and Exercises of a true Love, and they are the Characters of a true Repentance.
These things Are the Characters and Exercises of a true Love, and they Are the Characters of a true Repentance.
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We are highly oblig'd to live no more to our selves, but to him that died for us.
We Are highly obliged to live no more to our selves, but to him that died for us.
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3. The Coming of Christ into the World has in it the greatest Encouragement to Repentance,
3. The Coming of christ into the World has in it the greatest Encouragement to Repentance,
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therefore also might it be an Argument for this.
Therefore also might it be an Argument for this.
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Herein, How gloriously does it appear that the great God, whom we have offended, is willing and desirous to be reconciled to us? That he does not desire the death of a Sinner,
Herein, How gloriously does it appear that the great God, whom we have offended, is willing and desirous to be reconciled to us? That he does not desire the death of a Sinner,
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but had rather that he should return to him and live? And how sure does this make it to us, that if we do return to him, we shall live? When he has provided and accepted a Propitiation and Atonement, will he not readily forgive? And if he is ready to forgive, Is not this sufficient encouragement to return,
but had rather that he should return to him and live? And how sure does this make it to us, that if we do return to him, we shall live? When he has provided and accepted a Propitiation and Atonement, will he not readily forgive? And if he is ready to forgive, Is not this sufficient encouragement to return,
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and to seek forgiveness? He himself has made it easie to be obtained. The hopes of Mercy justly encouraged the People of Niniveh to repent:
and to seek forgiveness? He himself has made it easy to be obtained. The hope's of Mercy justly encouraged the People of Nineveh to Repent:
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Who can tell, say they, if God will turn, and repent, and turn away from his fierce anger, that we perish not? Jonah 3.9.Who can tell, say they, if God will turn, and Repent, and turn away from his fierce anger, that we perish not? Jonah 3.9.
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And because it is a mighty Inducement, the Prophet urges the People of Israel to Repentance with it, Isa. 55.7.
And Because it is a mighty Inducement, the Prophet urges the People of Israel to Repentance with it, Isaiah 55.7.
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Let the wicked forsake his way (says he) and the unrighteous man his thoughts, Let the wicked forsake his Way (Says he) and the unrighteous man his thoughts,
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and let him return to the Lord, and he will have mercy, to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. and let him return to the Lord, and he will have mercy, to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.
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But how desirable a thing is his Pardon? and how great Evils does it set us free from? What tormenting Fears are we liable to without it, of being for ever miserable? and what an Advantage is it to be rid of those Fears? And how desirable a thing is the Favour of God? How great Blessings does that give us the hopes of? Even eternal Blessings.
But how desirable a thing is his Pardon? and how great Evils does it Set us free from? What tormenting Fears Are we liable to without it, of being for ever miserable? and what an Advantage is it to be rid of those Fears? And how desirable a thing is the Favour of God? How great Blessings does that give us the hope's of? Even Eternal Blessings.
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And are not these a great encouragement to repent? How much will this be to our Advantage upon these accounts? We forsake the pleasures it may be,
And Are not these a great encouragement to Repent? How much will this be to our Advantage upon these accounts? We forsake the pleasures it may be,
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or the profits and gains of a wicked Course, but 'tis for greater far, and more durable riches and pleasures.
or the profits and gains of a wicked Course, but it's for greater Far, and more durable riches and pleasures.
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In Repentance we leave the Course which cannot profit us, which can never make us happy,
In Repentance we leave the Course which cannot profit us, which can never make us happy,
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for that which will doe so. We leave the ways of Perdition and Misery, for those of everlasting Blessedness and Glory:
for that which will do so. We leave the ways of Perdition and Misery, for those of everlasting Blessedness and Glory:
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these things follow our regaining the Favour of God by our Repentance, and so make the Coming of Christ, which assures that, a very great encouragement to it.
these things follow our regaining the Favour of God by our Repentance, and so make the Coming of christ, which assures that, a very great encouragement to it.
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4. Lastly, This Argument for Repentance does also include and signifie, that it is absolutely necessary to our partaking in the Benefits of the Messiah 's coming.
4. Lastly, This Argument for Repentance does also include and signify, that it is absolutely necessary to our partaking in the Benefits of the Messiah is coming.
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Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand, signifies, Repent, that you may be Partakers in the Blessings of that Kingdom: repent, for the Kingdom of heaven is At hand, signifies, repent, that you may be Partakers in the Blessings of that Kingdom:
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As it intimates, that if we do repent, we shall be so, which is the Argument last insisted on;
As it intimates, that if we do Repent, we shall be so, which is the Argument last insisted on;
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so it intimates, that if we do not repent, we shall never partake; that this is as indispensibly necessary as it is certainly usefull and conducing.
so it intimates, that if we do not Repent, we shall never partake; that this is as Indispensibly necessary as it is Certainly useful and conducing.
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This indeed is consequent upon what was said before:
This indeed is consequent upon what was said before:
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That it was the Design of our Saviour's coming into the World, to save Men from their Sins,
That it was the Design of our Saviour's coming into the World, to save Men from their Sins,
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and to bring them to Repentance.
and to bring them to Repentance.
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For, Is it to be imagined possible that we should partake in the Advantages of his Design without complying with his Design? or, that he should save us,
For, Is it to be imagined possible that we should partake in the Advantages of his Design without complying with his Design? or, that he should save us,
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when we will not be saved? If Men will not part with their Sins, they do therein say, They will not be saved.
when we will not be saved? If Men will not part with their Sins, they do therein say, They will not be saved.
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He certainly has not his Design upon us, if we will not let him have his Design upon us;
He Certainly has not his Design upon us, if we will not let him have his Design upon us;
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and then we must needs go without the Blessings which he came to bestow. This is a great and a fundamental Benefit, the separating between us and our Sins,
and then we must needs go without the Blessings which he Come to bestow. This is a great and a fundamental Benefit, the separating between us and our Sins,
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if this be not effected, all else are hindred.
if this be not effected, all Else Are hindered.
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We may therefore often see Repentance insisted upon in the Gospel as the required Condition of Pardon and Salvation.
We may Therefore often see Repentance insisted upon in the Gospel as the required Condition of Pardon and Salvation.
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'Tis said there, Repent, that your sins may be blotted out.
It's said there, repent, that your Sins may be blotted out.
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And Jesus Christ is exalted to be a Prince and a Saviour, to rule and save, to be obeyed, that we may be happy;
And jesus christ is exalted to be a Prince and a Saviour, to Rule and save, to be obeyed, that we may be happy;
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and to give repentance and remission of sins; not the latter without the former. We shall then have no Interest in him without this:and to give Repentance and remission of Sins; not the latter without the former. We shall then have no Interest in him without this:
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We shall perish notwithstanding the Coming of a Saviour into the World, if we do not forsake our Sins.
We shall perish notwithstanding the Coming of a Saviour into the World, if we do not forsake our Sins.
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And our perdition will be exceedingly aggravated by his Coming;
And our perdition will be exceedingly aggravated by his Coming;
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when our own Consciences will lash us with this rebuke, that we might have been saved, and would not; Salvation was offered, and refused;
when our own Consciences will lash us with this rebuke, that we might have been saved, and would not; Salvation was offered, and refused;
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the Son of God came to save, but we would not comply with Him; we slighted his Love.
the Son of God Come to save, but we would not comply with Him; we slighted his Love.
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We must needs fall under the greater Wrath from God for this, and the greater Indignation against our selves.
We must needs fallen under the greater Wrath from God for this, and the greater Indignation against our selves.
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These are the Arguments for Repentance, which are contained in the Coming of Jesus Christ into the World to save Sinners;
These Are the Arguments for Repentance, which Are contained in the Coming of jesus christ into the World to save Sinners;
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and by these things, I think, it does very sufficiently appear, that this is no just or reasonable encouragement to Sin,
and by these things, I think, it does very sufficiently appear, that this is no just or reasonable encouragement to since,
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but rather a great engagement to forsake it.
but rather a great engagement to forsake it.
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That it may be effectually so to us, I shall now, in the close of this Discourse, consider and remove that deceitfull Imagination which in many Men frustrates and disappoints all the Arguments for Repentance that can be urged upon them.
That it may be effectually so to us, I shall now, in the close of this Discourse, Consider and remove that deceitful Imagination which in many Men frustrates and disappoints all the Arguments for Repentance that can be urged upon them.
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Men are truly unwilling to part with their Sins, and this sets them upon devising Excuses for their not doing it when they are pressed with Arguments to repent. And, among others, this is a very common and a fatal one.
Men Are truly unwilling to part with their Sins, and this sets them upon devising Excuses for their not doing it when they Are pressed with Arguments to Repent. And, among Others, this is a very Common and a fatal one.
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They hear that Repentance is the Gift of God, and that the Holy Spirit, who works it in Men, is in his motions like the Wind, which is not at our beck or command,
They hear that Repentance is the Gift of God, and that the Holy Spirit, who works it in Men, is in his motions like the Wind, which is not At our beck or command,
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but blows where, and when it listeth.
but blows where, and when it lists.
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From hence they conclude they have nothing to doe towards their Repentance, since it is not a thing in their own power:
From hence they conclude they have nothing to do towards their Repentance, since it is not a thing in their own power:
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That 'tis in vain for them to attempt or set about it;
That it's in vain for them to attempt or Set about it;
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when the Grace of God comes, they shall repent though never so unwilling, and before that they cannot though they would never so fain doe it.
when the Grace of God comes, they shall Repent though never so unwilling, and before that they cannot though they would never so fain do it.
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So they satisfie themselves to go on in their Sins, pretending to wait for the good hour,
So they satisfy themselves to go on in their Sins, pretending to wait for the good hour,
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when they shall be converted, if they belong to the Election of Grace. A very dangerous and mischievous Imagination this is, such as stifles all good motions;
when they shall be converted, if they belong to the Election of Grace. A very dangerous and mischievous Imagination this is, such as stifles all good motions;
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and rejects even the operations and workings of the Holy Spirit, while they pretend to wait for them.
and rejects even the operations and workings of the Holy Spirit, while they pretend to wait for them.
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I shall endeavour to remove and cure it by the following Considerations. 1. It is true, Repentance is the Gift of God;
I shall endeavour to remove and cure it by the following Considerations. 1. It is true, Repentance is the Gift of God;
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but this is a Gift which he offers to Men, when by his Ministers and the Ordinance of Preaching he calls upon them, and urges them to repent.
but this is a Gift which he offers to Men, when by his Ministers and the Ordinance of Preaching he calls upon them, and urges them to Repent.
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If they will obey those Calls, and set about complying with his Invitations, they shall partake of Grace sufficient for the Work.
If they will obey those Calls, and Set about complying with his Invitations, they shall partake of Grace sufficient for the Work.
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I may say, he now offers his Grace to all that hear this Exhortation to Repentance;
I may say, he now offers his Grace to all that hear this Exhortation to Repentance;
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and they shall partake of it, if they will set themselves forthwith to comply with the Exhortation,
and they shall partake of it, if they will Set themselves forthwith to comply with the Exhortation,
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if they will now resolve and from henceforth endeavour to forsake their Sins:
if they will now resolve and from henceforth endeavour to forsake their Sins:
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But if we neglect and deferr to doe this, we reject and refuse the Offer of his Grace,
But if we neglect and defer to do this, we reject and refuse the Offer of his Grace,
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and we forfeit and lose it. And then we go without his Grace; not because God does not give, but because we refuse.
and we forfeit and loose it. And then we go without his Grace; not Because God does not give, but Because we refuse.
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As his Ordinances are the appointed Means to convert and save Men, so a sufficient Grace attends the administration of them, which no Man that does partake of them does want,
As his Ordinances Are the appointed Means to convert and save Men, so a sufficient Grace attends the administration of them, which no Man that does partake of them does want,
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but by virtue of his own neglect and refusal. Hence it is that Wisdom speaks thus to the obstinate Sinners in the Church;
but by virtue of his own neglect and refusal. Hence it is that Wisdom speaks thus to the obstinate Sinners in the Church;
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I have called, and ye refused; I stretched out my hands, but no man regarded: Ye have set at nought all my Counsel. Prov. 1.24, 25. 2. It may be said, That though we cannot convert our selves, nor give our selves the Grace of Repentance;I have called, and you refused; I stretched out my hands, but no man regarded: You have Set At nought all my Counsel. Curae 1.24, 25. 2. It may be said, That though we cannot convert our selves, nor give our selves the Grace of Repentance;
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yet we can doe those things upon which it shall certainly be given us of God:
yet we can do those things upon which it shall Certainly be given us of God:
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and though we do not merit, yet we shall certainly obtain it by a steady, resolved,
and though we do not merit, yet we shall Certainly obtain it by a steady, resolved,
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and unwearied application to such endeavours.
and unwearied application to such endeavours.
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That we can doe such things upon which the Grace will follow and be given us of God, appears by such Scriptures as these; Wash ye, make ye clean;
That we can do such things upon which the Grace will follow and be given us of God, appears by such Scriptures as these; Wash you, make you clean;
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put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes; cease to doe evil, Isa. 1.16.put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes; cease to do evil, Isaiah 1.16.
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And, Let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness both of flesh and spirit, 2 Cor. 7.1.
And, Let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness both of Flesh and Spirit, 2 Cor. 7.1.
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And, Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; purifie your hearts, ye double minded, James 4.8. These Expressions must signifie, that we can at least doe something towards our own Conversion and Repentance;
And, Cleanse your hands, you Sinners; purify your hearts, you double minded, James 4.8. These Expressions must signify, that we can At least do something towards our own Conversion and Repentance;
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and that we can doe those things upon which it will certainly follow:
and that we can do those things upon which it will Certainly follow:
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We must exercise our own natural powers and faculties about this important Concern, and therein cooperate with the Grace and Spirit of God.
We must exercise our own natural Powers and faculties about this important Concern, and therein cooperate with the Grace and Spirit of God.
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For instance, He that is sensible he wants this Grace, can desire it;
For instance, He that is sensible he Wants this Grace, can desire it;
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he can pray for it, and he can pray without ceasing, till he does succeed and obtain;
he can pray for it, and he can pray without ceasing, till he does succeed and obtain;
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and a steady, obstinate Praying for this shall certainly prevail.
and a steady, obstinate Praying for this shall Certainly prevail.
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Certainly there is no Man can say, he is not able to doe this if he would;
Certainly there is no Man can say, he is not able to do this if he would;
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there is no Man that ever earnestly tried, and yet found he could never pray for this Grace.
there is no Man that ever earnestly tried, and yet found he could never pray for this Grace.
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The common reason why Men do not pray is, because they cannot find in their hearts to doe it (as we speak;) the Love of their Sins with-holds them;
The Common reason why Men do not pray is, Because they cannot find in their hearts to do it (as we speak;) the Love of their Sins withholds them;
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they cannot prevail with themselves to doe it; all which amounts to this, that in truth they will not; they doe it not,
they cannot prevail with themselves to do it; all which amounts to this, that in truth they will not; they do it not,
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because they will not; not because they cannot. Again, He that needs the Grace of Repentance may endeavour to meet with the Arguments and Motives to it in Hearing the Word of God preached, in conversing with wise and religious Friends,
Because they will not; not Because they cannot. Again, He that needs the Grace of Repentance may endeavour to meet with the Arguments and Motives to it in Hearing the Word of God preached, in conversing with wise and religious Friends,
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or in reading of good Books.
or in reading of good Books.
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And if general Arguments for this do not reach him well, but he wants to be acquainted with the particular Remedies against the Sin that does most easily beset him;
And if general Arguments for this do not reach him well, but he Wants to be acquainted with the particular Remedies against the since that does most Easily beset him;
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he may betake himself to the Spiritual Physician, make known his Case to a Minister, and receive them from him.
he may betake himself to the Spiritual physician, make known his Case to a Minister, and receive them from him.
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These things every Man has a natural Power to doe.
These things every Man has a natural Power to do.
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And then, when he is furnished with Arguments and Remedies against Sin, he can use them;
And then, when he is furnished with Arguments and Remedies against since, he can use them;
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he can contemplate and meditate on them, let them dwell in his mind, often have recourse to them, make them familiar to his Thoughts,
he can contemplate and meditate on them, let them dwell in his mind, often have recourse to them, make them familiar to his Thoughts,
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and so have them ready to check and restrain him when Temptation or Lust move him to doe wickedly.
and so have them ready to check and restrain him when Temptation or Lust move him to do wickedly.
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Certainly it is not to be said, That a Man cannot doe these things;
Certainly it is not to be said, That a Man cannot do these things;
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or, That he does them not, only because he cannot doe them, and not because he will not.
or, That he does them not, only Because he cannot do them, and not Because he will not.
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But then perhaps it will be said, How does it appear, that if a Man will steadily doe those things, which he has a natural Power to doe towards his Conversion and Repentance, that this shall certainly follow and be given him of God. To this I answer:
But then perhaps it will be said, How does it appear, that if a Man will steadily do those things, which he has a natural Power to do towards his Conversion and Repentance, that this shall Certainly follow and be given him of God. To this I answer:
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I think the Holy Scripture has so evidently and clearly intimated this, that there is no room left to doubt of it.
I think the Holy Scripture has so evidently and clearly intimated this, that there is no room left to doubt of it.
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For, What less than this can be the meaning of that Scripture? He gives the Holy Spirit to them that ask him, Luke 11.13.
For, What less than this can be the meaning of that Scripture? He gives the Holy Spirit to them that ask him, Lycia 11.13.
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And, as every good and perfect Gift comes down from God;
And, as every good and perfect Gift comes down from God;
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so, If any man lacks wisdom, and asks it of him, who gives to all men freely,
so, If any man lacks Wisdom, and asks it of him, who gives to all men freely,
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and upbraids not, it shall be given him, James 1.5. The Expression is in a manner doubled, to double the Assurance.and upbraids not, it shall be given him, James 1.5. The Expression is in a manner doubled, to double the Assurance.
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This is plainly intimated too in God's appointing means of Grace, and Ministers to dispense them.
This is plainly intimated too in God's appointing means of Grace, and Ministers to dispense them.
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He directs us to use means, not to mock us, but because he will bless and succeed the diligent and constant use of them.
He directs us to use means, not to mock us, but Because he will bless and succeed the diligent and constant use of them.
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There is a most faithfull Promise of this virtually contained in his directing and commanding us to use them.
There is a most faithful Promise of this virtually contained in his directing and commanding us to use them.
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If they are not effectual, 'tis because Men use them formally, and without Care and Endeavour to receive Benefit by them,
If they Are not effectual, it's Because Men use them formally, and without Care and Endeavour to receive Benefit by them,
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or because it does not come very sensibly as soon as they try, they grow quickly aweary of attending for it.
or Because it does not come very sensibly as soon as they try, they grow quickly weary of attending for it.
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Again, this is plainly intimated too, in that they are threatned with the sorer Condemnation who have enjoyed the Means of Grace,
Again, this is plainly intimated too, in that they Are threatened with the Sorer Condemnation who have enjoyed the Means of Grace,
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and have not been converted by them:
and have not been converted by them:
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as when 'tis said, It should be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgment than for such.
as when it's said, It should be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgement than for such.
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This plainly shows, that we are guilty, when the Means of Grace have not their due effect upon us;
This plainly shows, that we Are guilty, when the Means of Grace have not their due Effect upon us;
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this is from our own fault, 'tis because we do not use, or do not carefully and diligently use them, not because they are destitute of God's grace and blessing.
this is from our own fault, it's Because we do not use, or do not carefully and diligently use them, not Because they Are destitute of God's grace and blessing.
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We could not be guilty in the inefficacy of the Means of Grace upon us, if our own perverse and stubborn Wills were not the Cause of it.
We could not be guilty in the inefficacy of the Means of Grace upon us, if our own perverse and stubborn Wills were not the Cause of it.
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3. Lastly, Let it be considered, That if a Man does find himself truly willing immediately to repent upon his being urged to it,
3. Lastly, Let it be considered, That if a Man does find himself truly willing immediately to Repent upon his being urged to it,
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and his willingness does proceed so far as to make him set immediately upon the Endeavour of it (as,
and his willingness does proceed so Far as to make him Set immediately upon the Endeavour of it (as,
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if it be sincere, it will doe,) he shall certainly succeed, he shall never have reason to say, He cannot repent though he would;
if it be sincere, it will do,) he shall Certainly succeed, he shall never have reason to say, He cannot Repent though he would;
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for it is the Grace and Spirit of God that has brought him to this. Thus far has this proceeded with him, and will go on;
for it is the Grace and Spirit of God that has brought him to this. Thus Far has this proceeded with him, and will go on;
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he that has thus given to will, shall also work in him to doe, for this is his good Pleasure.
he that has thus given to will, shall also work in him to do, for this is his good Pleasure.
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This will certainly be, if a Man does not stifle these Motions; if he does not oppose them, by carnal and worldly Reasonings;
This will Certainly be, if a Man does not stifle these Motions; if he does not oppose them, by carnal and worldly Reasonings;
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if he does carefully cherish and maintain them, and does not let them die;
if he does carefully cherish and maintain them, and does not let them die;
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by suffering himself to be diverted from his important Business by the Cares or Pleasures of this World.
by suffering himself to be diverted from his important Business by the Cares or Pleasures of this World.
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Thus, I think, this Excuse appears to be a very vain and foolish one: It is indeed an Invention and Delusion of the grand Enemy of our Souls;
Thus, I think, this Excuse appears to be a very vain and foolish one: It is indeed an Invention and Delusion of the grand Enemy of our Souls;
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a Trick to cheat us of the offered Salvation.
a Trick to cheat us of the offered Salvation.
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Let us resolve then, That nothing shall divert us from a sincere and thorough Repentance, that so we may be Partakers of the Blessings which Jesus Christ came to bestow upon Mankind.
Let us resolve then, That nothing shall divert us from a sincere and thorough Repentance, that so we may be Partakers of the Blessings which jesus christ Come to bestow upon Mankind.
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To whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory, World without end.
To whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour and Glory, World without end.
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THE PRAYER.
THE PRAYER.
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O Most mercifull and gracious God, infinite in Goodness and Mercy, a God forgiving Iniquity, Transgression and Sin. Thou art exalted infinitely above all thy Creatures;
Oh Most merciful and gracious God, infinite in goodness and Mercy, a God forgiving Iniquity, Transgression and Sin. Thou art exalted infinitely above all thy Creatures;
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Thou hast highly obliged us whom thou hast made, and dost continually preserve; Thou givest us all that we enjoy;
Thou hast highly obliged us whom thou hast made, and dost continually preserve; Thou givest us all that we enjoy;
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In thee it is that we live, move, and have our being.
In thee it is that we live, move, and have our being.
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We are upon many accounts bound to love and serve thee, to set our selves to please thee,
We Are upon many accounts bound to love and serve thee, to Set our selves to please thee,
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and to live intirely to thy Honour and Glory. But we, wretched and vile Creatures, have, alas! forgotten all these Obligations;
and to live entirely to thy Honour and Glory. But we, wretched and vile Creatures, have, alas! forgotten all these Obligations;
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We have lived to our selves, and served divers Lusts, rather than we would live to thee;
We have lived to our selves, and served diverse Lustiest, rather than we would live to thee;
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We have broke thy Laws, despised thy Will, and followed our own in any manner of contradiction to thine.
We have broke thy Laws, despised thy Will, and followed our own in any manner of contradiction to thine.
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We have grievously sinned against thee in thought, word and deed.
We have grievously sinned against thee in Thought, word and deed.
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And there is in our Sins Ingratitude to our best Friend, Rebellion against our rightfull Sovereign and Lord, Affront of infinite Perfections,
And there is in our Sins Ingratitude to our best Friend, Rebellion against our rightful Sovereign and Lord, Affront of infinite Perfections,
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and in a manner an infinite Guilt.
and in a manner an infinite Gilded.
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In this Case, O Lord, we must acknowledge, that we might justly be utterly thrown out of thy Favour;
In this Case, Oh Lord, we must acknowledge, that we might justly be utterly thrown out of thy Favour;
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thou mightest have cast off all Mankind to inevitable Ruin, as thou hast done the apostate Angels.
thou Mightest have cast off all Mankind to inevitable Ruin, as thou hast done the apostate Angels.
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But, thanks to thy Mercy, thou hast accepted an Atonement for our Sins, and art willing to receive,
But, thanks to thy Mercy, thou hast accepted an Atonement for our Sins, and art willing to receive,
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even so guilty Creatures, into favour upon our Repentance.
even so guilty Creatures, into favour upon our Repentance.
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It is the Voice of thy wondrous Mercy, Let the wicked forsake his Way, and the unrighteous Man his Thoughts,
It is the Voice of thy wondrous Mercy, Let the wicked forsake his Way, and the unrighteous Man his Thoughts,
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and let him return to me, and I will have mercy, and will abundantly pardon. O glorious Goodness!
and let him return to me, and I will have mercy, and will abundantly pardon. O glorious goodness!
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How should it conquer our hard hearts, and bend our stubborn wills, and bring us down into the dust before thee in humility and repentance!
How should it conquer our hard hearts, and bend our stubborn wills, and bring us down into the dust before thee in humility and Repentance!
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It is not because thou hast any need of us or our happiness, that thou art so ready to be reconciled to us,
It is not Because thou hast any need of us or our happiness, that thou art so ready to be reconciled to us,
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but because thou delightest not in the death of a Sinner, but hadst rather that he should turn to thee and live.
but Because thou delightest not in the death of a Sinner, but Hadst rather that he should turn to thee and live.
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Thou hadst rather save than destroy, and pardon than punish. Oh, that we were disposed to answer thy Mercy as we should!
Thou Hadst rather save than destroy, and pardon than Punish. O, that we were disposed to answer thy Mercy as we should!
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We ought, O Lord, to be as ready to return to thee, as thou art to receive us;
We ought, Oh Lord, to be as ready to return to thee, as thou art to receive us;
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to forsake our Sins, as thou art to pardon them; to lay aside all enmity to thee, as thou art to be reconciled to us.
to forsake our Sins, as thou art to pardon them; to lay aside all enmity to thee, as thou art to be reconciled to us.
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We have no just cause of enmity against thee, as thou hast against us.
We have no just cause of enmity against thee, as thou hast against us.
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What is there then should hinder us from returning to thee, and to our duty? Oh, Let the hopes of Mercy then bring us to it!
What is there then should hinder us from returning to thee, and to our duty? O, Let the hope's of Mercy then bring us to it!
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Let us not persist in an opposition to thee which is so unreasonable and unjust;
Let us not persist in an opposition to thee which is so unreasonable and unjust;
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let us not be so extremely foolish, as to add to all our other guilt, the contempt and refusal of offered Mercy.
let us not be so extremely foolish, as to add to all our other guilt, the contempt and refusal of offered Mercy.
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Oh, Make us seriously to lay to heart what our condition must needs be if we doe so!
O, Make us seriously to lay to heart what our condition must needs be if we do so!
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How great and sore Condemnation we shall incurr. And give us, we beseech thee, a true Repentance.
How great and soar Condemnation we shall incur. And give us, we beseech thee, a true Repentance.
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Grant us thy Holy Spirit, whom thou hast promised to give to them that ask him;
Grant us thy Holy Spirit, whom thou hast promised to give to them that ask him;
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and give us the Grace to amend our Lives from henceforth according to thy Holy Word.
and give us the Grace to amend our Lives from henceforth according to thy Holy Word.
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Turn our disobedient hearts to the Wisdom of the Just, that at the Second Coming of our Lord and Saviour, we may be found acceptable in thy sight, through the Merits of Jesus Christ.
Turn our disobedient hearts to the Wisdom of the Just, that At the Second Coming of our Lord and Saviour, we may be found acceptable in thy sighed, through the Merits of jesus christ.
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In his Name we humbly pray unto thee for all Men.
In his Name we humbly pray unto thee for all Men.
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Enlarge the Borders of our Saviour's Kingdom on Earth, and give him the Heathen for his Inheritance,
Enlarge the Borders of our Saviour's Kingdom on Earth, and give him the Heathen for his Inheritance,
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and the utmost parts of the Earth for his Possession;
and the utmost parts of the Earth for his Possession;
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that he may every where deliver wretched Souls from the Dominion of the Devil, and bring them into the glorious Liberty of the Children of God.
that he may every where deliver wretched Souls from the Dominion of the devil, and bring them into the glorious Liberty of the Children of God.
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Grant that all who name the Name of Christ may depart from Iniquity, and adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in holy and vertuous Lives.
Grant that all who name the Name of christ may depart from Iniquity, and adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in holy and virtuous Lives.
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Have Mercy, we pray thee, upon the Nations to which we belong;
Have Mercy, we pray thee, upon the nations to which we belong;
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make us, under thy Chastisements, to search our ways, and turn unto the Lord with true godly sorrow and deep repentance;
make us, under thy Chastisements, to search our ways, and turn unto the Lord with true godly sorrow and deep Repentance;
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and do thou, we pray thee, pardon and heal us.
and do thou, we pray thee, pardon and heal us.
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Bless us in the Continuance of those whom thou hast set over us, and in giving good Success in all their Undertakings, to the promoting thy Glory and our Welfare.
Bless us in the Continuance of those whom thou hast Set over us, and in giving good Success in all their Undertakings, to the promoting thy Glory and our Welfare.
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And make us, and all their Subjects, dutifull, and obedient, and comfortable to them.
And make us, and all their Subject's, dutiful, and obedient, and comfortable to them.
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Let every Soul of this Family be a Member of thy Kingdom of Grace here in truth and reality,
Let every Soul of this Family be a Member of thy Kingdom of Grace Here in truth and reality,
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and be admitted to thy Kingdom of Glory hereafter.
and be admitted to thy Kingdom of Glory hereafter.
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We thank thee, O Lord, that the means of Grace and the Space to repent are still granted to us.
We thank thee, Oh Lord, that the means of Grace and the Molle to Repent Are still granted to us.
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Let thy Word, which we have this day heard, search our hearts, and turn us from all that is evil.
Let thy Word, which we have this day herd, search our hearts, and turn us from all that is evil.
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We pray thee, protect us this night, and our habitation, from evil accidents. In thee, O Lord, we put our trust;
We pray thee, Pact us this night, and our habitation, from evil accidents. In thee, Oh Lord, we put our trust;
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by thee let us dwell safely; and never do thou leave nor forsake us, till thou hast brought us to Glory,
by thee let us dwell safely; and never do thou leave nor forsake us, till thou hast brought us to Glory,
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for the sake of Jesus Christ; In whose Words we further recommend our requests, saying, Our Father, &c.
for the sake of jesus christ; In whose Words we further recommend our requests, saying, Our Father, etc.
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Religious Meditation Stated and Recommended. Let us Pray.
Religious Meditation Stated and Recommended. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Joshua 1.8. This Book of the Law shall not depart out of thy Mouth, but thou shalt Meditate therein Day and Night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein:and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. joshua 1.8. This Book of the Law shall not depart out of thy Mouth, but thou shalt Meditate therein Day and Night, that thou Mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein:
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for then thou shalt make thy way Prosperous, and then thou shalt have Good Success. THE Light of Nature saw Mankind to be grosly corrupted and depraved;
for then thou shalt make thy Way Prosperous, and then thou shalt have Good Success. THE Light of Nature saw Mankind to be grossly corrupted and depraved;
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apt to live below their Reason and beside their true Interest:
apt to live below their Reason and beside their true Interest:
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And those who were in some measure recover'd from the Common Corruption, as they were thereby inabled to see this,
And those who were in Some measure recovered from the Common Corruption, as they were thereby enabled to see this,
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so they have earnestly endeavoured to cure it. A multitude of Books have been written to make Men Vertuous and Wise:
so they have earnestly endeavoured to cure it. A multitude of Books have been written to make Men Virtuous and Wise:
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These things are so necessary to the Honour and Credit of the reasonable Creature, and to the Happiness of Mankind, both single and in Societies, that many have applied their utmost Skill and Endeavours to promote them in the World.
These things Are so necessary to the Honour and Credit of the reasonable Creature, and to the Happiness of Mankind, both single and in Societies, that many have applied their utmost Skill and Endeavours to promote them in the World.
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A very good Design this was, altogether becoming good and vertuous Men, and very God-like;
A very good Design this was, altogether becoming good and virtuous Men, and very Godlike;
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and their Works of this sort are of great Worth, and well deserving to be consulted.
and their Works of this sort Are of great Worth, and well deserving to be consulted.
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But after all that the most wise and learned Men have done to this purpose, those Writings which we justly call the Holy Scriptures are undoubtedly the best fitted for it;
But After all that the most wise and learned Men have done to this purpose, those Writings which we justly call the Holy Scriptures Are undoubtedly the best fitted for it;
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And it is no wonder at all that they should be so, for these were written by the Inspiration and Direction of Him who alone is Perfect in all Wisdom and Goodness,
And it is no wonder At all that they should be so, for these were written by the Inspiration and Direction of Him who alone is Perfect in all Wisdom and goodness,
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and who fram'd and made up the Humane Nature, and therefore must needs know best what is really Defective or Superfluous in us,
and who framed and made up the Humane Nature, and Therefore must needs know best what is really Defective or Superfluous in us,
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and what is most fit to have Influence upon us, and to accomplish our Amendment.
and what is most fit to have Influence upon us, and to accomplish our Amendment.
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Accordingly the Holy Spirit of God has in great Wisdom and Goodness furnish'd these Writings with all that was necessary, to make them useful and fit to this purpose.
Accordingly the Holy Spirit of God has in great Wisdom and goodness furnished these Writings with all that was necessary, to make them useful and fit to this purpose.
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And as he there prescribes the best Rules and Laws of all Holy and Vertuous Living,
And as he there prescribes the best Rules and Laws of all Holy and Virtuous Living,
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and does very forcibly and earnestly urge the most weighty Inducements and Motives to our observance of them;
and does very forcibly and earnestly urge the most weighty Inducements and Motives to our observance of them;
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so he does also very kindly prescribe and direct us to the fittest Means to bring our perverse Natures to a due Conformity with those Rules. He directs that we pray to God for his Grace who is the Author and Giver of Every Good and Perfect Gift;
so he does also very kindly prescribe and Direct us to the Fittest Means to bring our perverse Nature's to a due Conformity with those Rules. He directs that we pray to God for his Grace who is the Author and Giver of Every Good and Perfect Gift;
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that we read his Word diligently;
that we read his Word diligently;
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that we duly attend upon the Ordinance of Preaching, in which by his appointment his Word is opened and applied to us by them who are also appointed by Him to that Office:
that we duly attend upon the Ordinance of Preaching, in which by his appointment his Word is opened and applied to us by them who Are also appointed by Him to that Office:
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And especially we may observe what is directed in our Text to this purpose, which is, that we should Meditate in his Law Day and Night, &c. It requires our own steady and diligent Application to the Use of fit and proper Means that we may conquer our Ill Customs and Habits and beget good ones in us, that we may break the Bonds of Iniquity,
And especially we may observe what is directed in our Text to this purpose, which is, that we should Meditate in his Law Day and Night, etc. It requires our own steady and diligent Application to the Use of fit and proper Means that we may conquer our Ill Customs and Habits and beget good ones in us, that we may break the Bonds of Iniquity,
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and deliver our selves into the Happy Freedom of God's Service.
and deliver our selves into the Happy Freedom of God's Service.
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Meditation on Divine Things is the most Important of all the Means of a good Life,
Meditation on Divine Things is the most Important of all the Means of a good Life,
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as it is that by which all other Means have their Influence and Effect.
as it is that by which all other Means have their Influence and Effect.
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I shall therefore at present insist upon this, and shall endeavour to discourse upon it so,
I shall Therefore At present insist upon this, and shall endeavour to discourse upon it so,
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as that they who have been the greatest Strangers to it, may learn to practice it to their Advantage;
as that they who have been the greatest Strangers to it, may Learn to practice it to their Advantage;
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and they who have been Averse, may be reconcil'd to it.
and they who have been Averse, may be reconciled to it.
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This, as was said, is recommended to us in our present Text, as upon a little Consideration of it will appear.
This, as was said, is recommended to us in our present Text, as upon a little Consideration of it will appear.
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It is said to Joshua here, This Book of the Law shall not depart out of thy Mouth,
It is said to joshua Here, This Book of the Law shall not depart out of thy Mouth,
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But thou shalt Meditate therein Day and Night, &c. This Book of the Law; But thou shalt Meditate therein Day and Night, etc. This Book of the Law;
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that is, The Divine Revelations of God's Mind and Will made to Moses, and written by Him according to God's Appointment for the use of after-Ages.
that is, The Divine Revelations of God's Mind and Will made to Moses, and written by Him according to God's Appointment for the use of Afterages.
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For the five Books of Moses were all the Sacred Writings which were then in Being,
For the five Books of Moses were all the Sacred Writings which were then in Being,
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unless perhaps they had then among them also the Book of Job. And since what is here said, is spoken of all the written Revelations which they had, it may by us be very justly applied to all that we now have.
unless perhaps they had then among them also the Book of Job. And since what is Here said, is spoken of all the written Revelations which they had, it may by us be very justly applied to all that we now have.
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It shall not depart out of thy Mouth; It shall not depart out of thy Mouth;
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that is, The things contained therein, shall be the Subjects of thy Discourse, when Season and Opportunity will allow the discoursing upon them.
that is, The things contained therein, shall be the Subject's of thy Discourse, when Season and Opportunity will allow the discoursing upon them.
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Or they shall very frequently be in thy Mouth? Or it may be understood to mean, that the Law of God should be the constant Rule of his common Discourse,
Or they shall very frequently be in thy Mouth? Or it may be understood to mean, that the Law of God should be the constant Rule of his Common Discourse,
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and especially of all his Commands to the People of Israel who were committed to his Conduct:
and especially of all his Commands to the People of Israel who were committed to his Conduct:
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And thus should the Word of God be regarded by us.
And thus should the Word of God be regarded by us.
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To which purpose it must dwell richly in us, as the Scripture speaks, and have possession of our Hearts;
To which purpose it must dwell richly in us, as the Scripture speaks, and have possession of our Hearts;
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for 'tis out of the Abundance of the Heart that the Mouth speaketh. And therefore 'tis added here in order thereto.
for it's out of the Abundance of the Heart that the Mouth speaks. And Therefore it's added Here in order thereto.
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Thou shalt Meditate therein Day and Night. Thou shalt Meditate therein Day and Night.
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Thou shalt take all the Opportunities which thou canst have, not neglecting other Duties for Meditating on the Law of God:
Thou shalt take all the Opportunities which thou Canst have, not neglecting other Duties for Meditating on the Law of God:
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Thou shalt frequently and seriously read, hear and consider it; or, in the Language of our Church, shalt read, mark, learn and inwardly digest it.
Thou shalt frequently and seriously read, hear and Consider it; or, in the Language of our Church, shalt read, mark, Learn and inwardly digest it.
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That thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: That thou Mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein:
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This shews that Meditation on the Word of God is a good means of an Holy and a Good Life;
This shows that Meditation on the Word of God is a good means of an Holy and a Good Life;
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and it tells us rightly for what we should study and Meditate on it.
and it tells us rightly for what we should study and Meditate on it.
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The End to which this is to be directed, is not to find out and maintain new Opinions, not to dispute for this or that Party, not to fill our Heads with vain Speculations,
The End to which this is to be directed, is not to find out and maintain new Opinions, not to dispute for this or that Party, not to fill our Heads with vain Speculations,
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or that we may seem Men of much Knowledge; but that our Discourse may be Good and Wise, and our Actions Pious and Vertuous:
or that we may seem Men of much Knowledge; but that our Discourse may be Good and Wise, and our Actions Pious and Virtuous:
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That we may observe to do according to all that is written in the Law of God. That we may observe to do according to all that is written in the Law of God.
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And that this Meditation, with such Design and Care, will help us to observe and do what is commanded in it, is also the Import of the last words of the Text.
And that this Meditation, with such Design and Care, will help us to observe and do what is commanded in it, is also the Import of the last words of the Text.
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Then shalt thou make thy Way prosperous, and then thou shalt have Good Success. Then shalt thou make thy Way prosperous, and then thou shalt have Good Success.
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The meaning of the original words thus rendred is this, Then thy Way shall be Direct and Good,
The meaning of the original words thus rendered is this, Then thy Way shall be Direct and Good,
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and thou shalt act Wisely, and as becomes a Person of good Understanding and Prudence.
and thou shalt act Wisely, and as becomes a Person of good Understanding and Prudence.
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Now to pursue the Ends proposed in this Discourse, it shall be the Business of it,
Now to pursue the Ends proposed in this Discourse, it shall be the Business of it,
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First to describe or State this means of an Holy Life; and Secondly, to urge the Use of it.
First to describe or State this means of an Holy Life; and Secondly, to urge the Use of it.
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And in both these things I shall direct the Discourse by the Text it self, and confine it to the Intimations therein afforded us
And in both these things I shall Direct the Discourse by the Text it self, and confine it to the Intimations therein afforded us
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In the first place I shall describe and explain this Meditation on the Word of God,
In the First place I shall describe and explain this Meditation on the Word of God,
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as it is here recommended to us, that is, as a Means of Living well:
as it is Here recommended to us, that is, as a Means of Living well:
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For which End our Religious Meditation must always consist of two parts, which I shall call Consideration and Application.
For which End our Religious Meditation must always consist of two parts, which I shall call Consideration and Application.
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In the first place, I say, there must be a good Consideration of the thing Meditated upon,
In the First place, I say, there must be a good Consideration of the thing Meditated upon,
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as it is in it self. Secondly, There must be a close and serious Application of it to us.
as it is in it self. Secondly, There must be a close and serious Application of it to us.
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These two things well performed, will be very likely to make our Meditation useful to us.
These two things well performed, will be very likely to make our Meditation useful to us.
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1. In the first place, we must well consider the Things Absolutely and in themselves:
1. In the First place, we must well Consider the Things Absolutely and in themselves:
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We must look well into the Nature and Reality of them, that we may enlighten our Minds with effectual Knowledge,
We must look well into the Nature and Reality of them, that we may enlighten our Minds with effectual Knowledge,
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and convince our Judgments with good Arguments; and then we must, by often consideration of them, so imprint them upon our Minds,
and convince our Judgments with good Arguments; and then we must, by often consideration of them, so imprint them upon our Minds,
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as that we may steadily remember them; and they may be always ready to influence and direct us.
as that we may steadily Remember them; and they may be always ready to influence and Direct us.
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We must needs understand and remember the Rule which we do rightly govern our selves by.
We must needs understand and Remember the Rule which we do rightly govern our selves by.
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We must search and enquire into the Nature of the thing consider'd, that we may learn the Importance and Concernment of it, that we may have as clear and as distinct an Understanding of it as we can:
We must search and inquire into the Nature of the thing considered, that we may Learn the Importance and Concernment of it, that we may have as clear and as distinct an Understanding of it as we can:
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And then we must enquire into the Reality and Truth of it, to settle in our selves a firm and well-grounded Belief of what we know;
And then we must inquire into the Reality and Truth of it, to settle in our selves a firm and well-grounded Belief of what we know;
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and also we must imprint it in our Memories.
and also we must imprint it in our Memories.
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We shall certainly never be govern'd by that which we reckon to be of small Importance,
We shall Certainly never be governed by that which we reckon to be of small Importance,
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as all Divine Truths will be apt to seem to him who has not well enquired into the Nature of them:
as all Divine Truths will be apt to seem to him who has not well inquired into the Nature of them:
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Nor can we be steadily govern'd by what we do not firmly believe, or by what we have forgotten:
Nor can we be steadily governed by what we do not firmly believe, or by what we have forgotten:
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These things then are absolutely necessary, to the giving the Divine Truths their due Influence upon us.
These things then Are absolutely necessary, to the giving the Divine Truths their due Influence upon us.
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And herein lies one great reason, why the Doctrins of Christianity have so little power over many of those who profess to have received them.
And herein lies one great reason, why the Doctrines of Christianity have so little power over many of those who profess to have received them.
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They indeed never truly received them, their Judgments were never well convinced of the Truth, nor their Minds possessed with the important Nature of them.
They indeed never truly received them, their Judgments were never well convinced of the Truth, nor their Minds possessed with the important Nature of them.
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There are very few that seriously apply themselves to study and consider their Religion; And the most among us are Christians by chance as we may say:
There Are very few that seriously apply themselves to study and Consider their Religion; And the most among us Are Christians by chance as we may say:
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For they become such just as others become Turks, or Jews, or Heathens:
For they become such just as Others become Turks, or jews, or heathens:
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They are such only by Imitation, and the Custom of their Country, not upon any mature Consideration of what they are, nor upon any well-grounded Choice.
They Are such only by Imitation, and the Custom of their Country, not upon any mature Consideration of what they Are, nor upon any well-grounded Choice.
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And we daily see, that a Religion so taken up, is not able to govern Men;
And we daily see, that a Religion so taken up, is not able to govern Men;
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They follow their Lusts and Humours, their worldly Interests and Concerns, in an utter Defiance of all the Laws of Religion.
They follow their Lustiest and Humours, their worldly Interests and Concerns, in an utter Defiance of all the Laws of Religion.
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And, perhaps, they come to account these too credulous and easie, who do regard Religion, and govern themselves by it;
And, perhaps, they come to account these too credulous and easy, who do regard Religion, and govern themselves by it;
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because they know no good reason for this, for want of a due Consideration of the Matter, they think there is no good reason for it,
Because they know no good reason for this, for want of a due Consideration of the Matter, they think there is no good reason for it,
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and that no Man has any:
and that no Man has any:
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That the Laws and Rules of Religion, are but the Inventions of Men, to keep Children and Fools in awe,
That the Laws and Rules of Religion, Are but the Inventions of Men, to keep Children and Fools in awe,
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or of Priests to support their Trade.
or of Priests to support their Trade.
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It is no wonder, if the Temptation of the Devil, and a Man's own wild Lusts, do betray him into such Imaginations as these,
It is no wonder, if the Temptation of the devil, and a Man's own wild Lustiest, do betray him into such Imaginations as these,
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when Religion is a thing he never well look'd into or consider'd. But then we must not rest or stay in this Consideration of Divine Things:
when Religion is a thing he never well looked into or considered. But then we must not rest or stay in this Consideration of Divine Things:
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It is not all that we are to consider them for, that we may understand and believe them,
It is not all that we Are to Consider them for, that we may understand and believe them,
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but we must be mindful that the things are to influence and govern us in our Hearts and Lives.
but we must be mindful that the things Are to influence and govern us in our Hearts and Lives.
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A wise Author (Sales Introduct.) says, If we do not limit the Discourse of our Reason, it will run into curious Disquisitions:
A wise Author (Sales Introduct.) Says, If we do not limit the Discourse of our Reason, it will run into curious Disquisitions:
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Indeed this is that which we often see, that Men who consider the Matters of Religion, without a due Sense and Application of them to the right End, do grow Nice rather than Wise,
Indeed this is that which we often see, that Men who Consider the Matters of Religion, without a due Sense and Application of them to the right End, do grow Nicaenae rather than Wise,
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and perhaps are rather Sceptical than well confirm'd in their Belief; they start more Difficulties and Objections than they can conquer;
and perhaps Are rather Sceptical than well confirmed in their Belief; they start more Difficulties and Objections than they can conquer;
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they run into many needless and impertinent Enquiries; are very apt to take up and fancy singular and odd Opinions;
they run into many needless and impertinent Enquiries; Are very apt to take up and fancy singular and odd Opinions;
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and to satisfie themselves with thinking that they are very Learned and know much, instead of endeavouring to be very Good and Religious in all their Practice.
and to satisfy themselves with thinking that they Are very Learned and know much, instead of endeavouring to be very Good and Religious in all their Practice.
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We must remember therefore, that our Meditation on Divine Things, is to be directed and made Serviceable, to the possessing our Minds with Piety and Vertue,
We must Remember Therefore, that our Meditation on Divine Things, is to be directed and made Serviceable, to the possessing our Minds with Piety and Virtue,
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and to the good Government of our Lives.
and to the good Government of our Lives.
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He that increases his Knowledge without Vertue and Well-doing, does but increase his Guilt and Condemnation too.
He that increases his Knowledge without Virtue and Welldoing, does but increase his Gilded and Condemnation too.
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We must therefore, to the former, joyn the second part of our Meditation which was mentioned,
We must Therefore, to the former, join the second part of our Meditation which was mentioned,
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and be sure to give it its full due.
and be sure to give it its full due.
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In the next place, then, it is to be said, that we must make a very close and serious Application to our selves, of what we, by Consideration, do Understand, and Believe, and Remember.
In the next place, then, it is to be said, that we must make a very close and serious Application to our selves, of what we, by Consideration, do Understand, and Believe, and remember.
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We must apply to our selves the things which we have considered, according to the Nature of them.
We must apply to our selves the things which we have considered, according to the Nature of them.
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If I can well explain to you this part of Meditation, I shall set before you the infallible Means, whereby you may hear Sermons,
If I can well explain to you this part of Meditation, I shall Set before you the infallible Means, whereby you may hear Sermons,
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and read the Scriptures with most certain and great Advantage.
and read the Scriptures with most certain and great Advantage.
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I shall show you in what way the most Habitual Sinner may break off his Sins and become Religious,
I shall show you in what Way the most Habitual Sinner may break off his Sins and become Religious,
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and every Man of us may work out his own Salvation if he will. I shall therefore very carefully endeavour to represent this rightly and plainly.
and every Man of us may work out his own Salvation if he will. I shall Therefore very carefully endeavour to represent this rightly and plainly.
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And it seems to me that the Apostle Peter, as he does intimate a Command of doing it;
And it seems to me that the Apostle Peter, as he does intimate a Command of doing it;
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So he gives us a Direction how to do it, in his 2d Epist. 3d Chap. Where,
So he gives us a Direction how to do it, in his 2d Epistle 3d Chap. Where,
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after he had been speaking very sensible and moving things of the certainty of Christ's coming again,
After he had been speaking very sensible and moving things of the certainty of Christ's coming again,
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and of the awful and terrible Circumstances that should attend it;
and of the awful and terrible circumstances that should attend it;
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he applies these things to those he wrote to, or teaches them to do it in those words, in 11 and 12 ver.
he Applies these things to those he wrote to, or Teaches them to do it in those words, in 11 and 12 ver.
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What manner of Persons ought ye to be in all Holy Conversation and Godliness, looking for and hastning to the coming of the Day of God. What manner of Persons ought you to be in all Holy Conversation and Godliness, looking for and hastening to the coming of the Day of God.
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Which is as much as to say, Do ye who expect such things, bethink your selves what they require of you;
Which is as much as to say, Do you who expect such things, bethink your selves what they require of you;
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what Holiness and Care of your Conversations;
what Holiness and Care of your Conversations;
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what your Course of Living is or has been, and what it should be, that you may meet those Terrible Things without Affright and Terror.
what your Course of Living is or has been, and what it should be, that you may meet those Terrible Things without Affright and Terror.
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We must enquire what concern of ours is in the thing consider'd, what it is to us, and does require of us.
We must inquire what concern of ours is in the thing considered, what it is to us, and does require of us.
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Hereby we must discover the Defects and Errors in our Lives, and hereby we must know and quicken our selves in our Duty.
Hereby we must discover the Defects and Errors in our Lives, and hereby we must know and quicken our selves in our Duty.
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I think, then, we may conclude that this part of our Meditation must consist of these five Exercises. 1. A setting before our selves the Obligations which the thing consider'd lays on us. 2. A Trial of our selves,
I think, then, we may conclude that this part of our Meditation must consist of these five Exercises. 1. A setting before our selves the Obligations which the thing considered lays on us. 2. A Trial of our selves,
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how we have answer'd those Obligations. 3. Sorrow and Selfcondemnation for any Defects we find in our Practice, of what we ought to have done. 4. Resolutions to amend those Defects. 5. Prayer to God that he would inable us to do so.
how we have answered those Obligations. 3. Sorrow and Self-condemnation for any Defects we find in our Practice, of what we ought to have done. 4. Resolutions to amend those Defects. 5. Prayer to God that he would inable us to do so.
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To make these Exercises as plain and as practicable to all Persons as I can, I shall subjoyn to each of these Particulars, a Practice of it upon one Head of Divinity, which will shew to the meanest Capacity how it is to be performed.
To make these Exercises as plain and as practicable to all Persons as I can, I shall subjoin to each of these Particulars, a Practice of it upon one Head of Divinity, which will show to the Meanest Capacity how it is to be performed.
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And to chuse such a one as is most suitable to our present purpose, which is the promoting of a good Life, I shall chuse the Being of a God, which is a Fundamental Point of Religion:
And to choose such a one as is most suitable to our present purpose, which is the promoting of a good Life, I shall choose the Being of a God, which is a Fundamental Point of Religion:
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For, as the Apostle says, he that comes to God, must believe that he is, and is a Rewarder of them that diligently seek him, Heb. 11.6.For, as the Apostle Says, he that comes to God, must believe that he is, and is a Rewarder of them that diligently seek him, Hebrew 11.6.
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Now supposing that a Man has considered this Point of Doctrin absolutely, and is come to be fully and firmly convinced,
Now supposing that a Man has considered this Point of Doctrine absolutely, and is come to be Fully and firmly convinced,
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and to believe that there is a God;
and to believe that there is a God;
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and has also considered it so well, as to understand that God is a Glorious Incomprehensible Being, Infinite in all Perfections,
and has also considered it so well, as to understand that God is a Glorious Incomprehensible Being, Infinite in all Perfections,
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and the Maker, Owner, and Lord of all Beings besides himself; that He is the Fountain-Good, and the Only Happiness of Man:
and the Maker, Owner, and Lord of all Beings beside himself; that He is the Fountain-Good, and the Only Happiness of Man:
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Then he is to apply these things to himself in the following manner.
Then he is to apply these things to himself in the following manner.
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1. We must consider and set our Thoughts upon the Obligations which these things lay upon us:
1. We must Consider and Set our Thoughts upon the Obligations which these things lay upon us:
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We must enquire and represent to our selves, what is requisite for us to do hereupon. As for instance,
We must inquire and represent to our selves, what is requisite for us to do hereupon. As for instance,
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Since I find by the former part of my Meditation, that I must believe there is a God;
Since I find by the former part of my Meditation, that I must believe there is a God;
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and that He is a Being of Glorious Majesty and Infinite Perfections: That there is one first Cause of all Things;
and that He is a Being of Glorious Majesty and Infinite Perfections: That there is one First Cause of all Things;
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who is the Preserver and Owner, Lord and End of all: I am bound to Reverence and Fear this Excellent Being:
who is the Preserver and Owner, Lord and End of all: I am bound to reverence and fear this Excellent Being:
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I must never have other than Awful Thoughts, and a great Veneration and Esteem for him:
I must never have other than Awful Thoughts, and a great Veneration and Esteem for him:
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I must walk Humbly with my God:
I must walk Humbly with my God:
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I am bound to Worship and Adore his Majesty and Infinite Greatness, to obey and submit to the common Sovereign and Lord:
I am bound to Worship and Adore his Majesty and Infinite Greatness, to obey and submit to the Common Sovereign and Lord:
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To devote and resign my self to the disposal of his Providence, and the direction of his Laws.
To devote and resign my self to the disposal of his Providence, and the direction of his Laws.
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He alone must be Lord over me:
He alone must be Lord over me:
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I must study and conform to his Will, and deny my own whenever they come in competition with each other.
I must study and conform to his Will, and deny my own whenever they come in competition with each other.
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I must prefer his Honour before my Worldly Interests, and make Him my End:
I must prefer his Honour before my Worldly Interests, and make Him my End:
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I must acknowledge him in all my ways, and whether I eat or drink, or whatever I do, do all to his Glory.
I must acknowledge him in all my ways, and whither I eat or drink, or whatever I do, do all to his Glory.
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I must be subject and obedient in Spirit and Truth to the Father of Spirits;
I must be Subject and obedient in Spirit and Truth to the Father of Spirits;
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and not only conform my outward Behaviour, but also the Inclinations and Motions of my Soul, to his Will and Laws.
and not only conform my outward Behaviour, but also the Inclinations and Motions of my Soul, to his Will and Laws.
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And since he is the Fountain-Good, and from Him the Goodness of all other things is derived, I ought in Gratitude to mount by the Streams to the Fountain;
And since he is the Fountain-Good, and from Him the goodness of all other things is derived, I ought in Gratitude to mount by the Streams to the Fountain;
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the Goodness in them, should make me love and thank him for them:
the goodness in them, should make me love and thank him for them:
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And it is a due Homage to him, that I love him above all other things;
And it is a due Homage to him, that I love him above all other things;
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and Esteem and Seek, as the most valuable Attainment, his Favour and Love, whereby I may enjoy him.
and Esteem and Seek, as the most valuable Attainment, his Favour and Love, whereby I may enjoy him.
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It is my Duty, and my Wisdom and Interest, to endeavour to make him my Friend;
It is my Duty, and my Wisdom and Interest, to endeavour to make him my Friend;
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and with utmost Care and Diligence, to avoid the having such an Enemy. Thus may the first of these Applicatory Exercises be performed.
and with utmost Care and Diligence, to avoid the having such an Enemy. Thus may the First of these Applicatory Exercises be performed.
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2. The next is, The Trial and Examination of our selves by these Obligations:
2. The next is, The Trial and Examination of our selves by these Obligations:
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To reflect upon our selves, and see whether we have answered them or not, or do answer them in the Course of our Practice:
To reflect upon our selves, and see whither we have answered them or not, or do answer them in the Course of our Practice:
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Whether we have lived, or do live, as we are obliged and concerned to do, upon the Truth and Importance of this thing.
Whither we have lived, or do live, as we Are obliged and concerned to do, upon the Truth and Importance of this thing.
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Upon this Point, then, a Man must examine himself thus, Have I born a Constant Reverence and Fear of the Great God upon my Soul? Has this attended and influenced the whole Course of my Life? Have I been wont often to think, with great Seriousness, that a Glorious and Holy Being always observes me? He has laid his Laws upon me,
Upon this Point, then, a Man must examine himself thus, Have I born a Constant reverence and fear of the Great God upon my Soul? Has this attended and influenced the Whole Course of my Life? Have I been wont often to think, with great Seriousness, that a Glorious and Holy Being always observes me? He has laid his Laws upon me,
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and the great Governour of the World, the Disposer of my Happiness or Misery, always takes notice,
and the great Governor of the World, the Disposer of my Happiness or Misery, always Takes notice,
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whether I regard and observe those Laws or not:
whither I regard and observe those Laws or not:
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Have I endeavoured, then, to approve my self to his Pure and Holy Eyes? Have I set my self to live to his Glory whose I am,
Have I endeavoured, then, to approve my self to his Pure and Holy Eyes? Have I Set my self to live to his Glory whose I am,
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or rather to gratifie, and please, and indulge my self and my own Humours and Desires? Have I loved my great Benefactor,
or rather to gratify, and please, and indulge my self and my own Humours and Desires? Have I loved my great Benefactor,
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and made the grateful Returns of a willing and diligent Obedience for my Being, and the Comforts of my Life? Am I a Faithful Subject or a Rebel, to the Universal Sovereign? Have I made his Laws my Rule,
and made the grateful Returns of a willing and diligent obedience for my Being, and the Comforts of my Life? Am I a Faithful Subject or a Rebel, to the Universal Sovereign? Have I made his Laws my Rule,
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or cast them behind my Back? Have I valued his Love, readily accepted the Offers of his Favour,
or cast them behind my Back? Have I valued his Love, readily accepted the Offers of his Favour,
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and submitted to the Terms of it? Or have I refused these, and slighted both his Love and his Wrath? Have I desired to be a Partaker of his Promises,
and submitted to the Terms of it? Or have I refused these, and slighted both his Love and his Wrath? Have I desired to be a Partaker of his Promises,
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and dreaded the falling under his Threatnings, or have I slighted both these? Thus may the second Exercise be performed.
and dreaded the falling under his Threatenings, or have I slighted both these? Thus may the second Exercise be performed.
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3. The next is, to Lament and Mourn over the Defects which we find in our Practice, of answering these Obligations.
3. The next is, to Lament and Mourn over the Defects which we find in our Practice, of answering these Obligations.
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I may mention this as generally necessary, because none are so Happy, as to be perfect in this Life;
I may mention this as generally necessary, Because none Are so Happy, as to be perfect in this Life;
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and the best have too frequent occasion to renew their Repentance:
and the best have too frequent occasion to renew their Repentance:
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As our Saviour teaches us in his Form of Prayer, That we shall all have need to Pray for the Forgiveness of daily Sins.
As our Saviour Teaches us in his From of Prayer, That we shall all have need to Pray for the Forgiveness of daily Sins.
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Let this Exercise then with all Seriousness be thus performed. Oh wretched Man, Oh vile and miserable Sinner that I am!
Let this Exercise then with all Seriousness be thus performed. O wretched Man, O vile and miserable Sinner that I am!
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How unworthily have I behav'd my self towards the Great God! How have I ventur'd to affront and provoke him!
How unworthily have I behaved my self towards the Great God! How have I ventured to affront and provoke him!
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To set up my self and my own Will against him!
To Set up my self and my own Will against him!
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Oh enormous Rebellion, that the thing formed should lift up it self in Contempt and Defiance of him that formed it!
O enormous Rebellion, that the thing formed should lift up it self in Contempt and Defiance of him that formed it!
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Wo is me, that I should strive with my Maker! Alas, how much have I liv'd as without God in the World!
Woe is me, that I should strive with my Maker! Alas, how much have I lived as without God in the World!
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How little has he been in my Thoughts! He without whom I could not live one moment!
How little has he been in my Thoughts! He without whom I could not live one moment!
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How ungrateful have I been to my best Friend! I have return'd Affronts for his Care of me, Injuries for his Kindness;
How ungrateful have I been to my best Friend! I have returned Affronts for his Care of me, Injuries for his Kindness;
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and have hardned my self in my Sins, by his Patience and Forbearance!
and have hardened my self in my Sins, by his Patience and Forbearance!
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And how easily have I been often induced to do things Grievous and Distastful to him!
And how Easily have I been often induced to do things Grievous and Distasteful to him!
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I have valued the Enjoyment of a Moments needless Pleasure, the gaining a little unprofitable Wealth, the good Word and Favour of a Poor Mortal Creature more than the pleasing of Him!
I have valued the Enjoyment of a Moments needless Pleasure, the gaining a little unprofitable Wealth, the good Word and Favour of a Poor Mortal Creature more than the pleasing of Him!
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Strange that I should for any thing venture to lose his Rich, and Bounteous, and Eternal Love;
Strange that I should for any thing venture to loose his Rich, and Bounteous, and Eternal Love;
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that I should have no Dread of Infinite, Almighty, Eternal Wrath! Lord I must abhor, I am constrain'd to condemn my self for these things.
that I should have no Dread of Infinite, Almighty, Eternal Wrath! Lord I must abhor, I am constrained to condemn my self for these things.
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I lye down in my Shame before Thee, and am cover'd with Confusion. I have been more Vile than the Beasts that Perish:
I lie down in my Shame before Thee, and am covered with Confusion. I have been more Vile than the Beasts that Perish:
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I have had my Reason in vain, and have acted most Unreasonably.
I have had my Reason in vain, and have acted most Unreasonably.
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I acknowledge and bewail my manifold Sins and Wickedness, which from time to time I have most grievously committed,
I acknowledge and bewail my manifold Sins and Wickedness, which from time to time I have most grievously committed,
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even by Thought, Word and Deed, against thy Divine Majesty. I have provok'd, most justly, thy Wrath and terrible Indignation against me by them.
even by Thought, Word and Deed, against thy Divine Majesty. I have provoked, most justly, thy Wrath and terrible Indignation against me by them.
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I am not worthy of the least Degree or Exercise of thy Favour. I earnestly repent, and am heartily Sorry for these my Mis-doings;
I am not worthy of the least Degree or Exercise of thy Favour. I earnestly Repent, and am heartily Sorry for these my Misdoings;
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the Remembrance of them is grievous unto me, and the Burden of them is intolerable.
the Remembrance of them is grievous unto me, and the Burden of them is intolerable.
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4. The next thing we have to do, is to make earnest and strong Resolutions of Amendment:
4. The next thing we have to do, is to make earnest and strong Resolutions of Amendment:
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That we will endeavour, for the future, to answer those Obligations better, which before we have too much neglected.
That we will endeavour, for the future, to answer those Obligations better, which before we have too much neglected.
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This David expresses concerning Himself, I thought on my Ways (says he) and turned my Feet unto thy Testimonies.
This David Expresses Concerning Himself, I Thought on my Ways (Says he) and turned my Feet unto thy Testimonies.
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I consider'd my Course of Life, found what was amiss in it, and took up Resolutions forthwith to amend it.
I considered my Course of Life, found what was amiss in it, and took up Resolutions forthwith to amend it.
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These Resolutions must be immediately made upon the former Sense of our ill Behaviour; and we must intend forthwith to put them in practice:
These Resolutions must be immediately made upon the former Sense of our ill Behaviour; and we must intend forthwith to put them in practice:
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We cheat our selves, and lose all our good Resolutions, if this be delay'd:
We cheat our selves, and loose all our good Resolutions, if this be delayed:
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Therefore David adds to the former words, I made haste, and delayed not to keep thy Commandments, Psalm 119. v. 59, 60. These Resolutions may be thus expressed.
Therefore David adds to the former words, I made haste, and delayed not to keep thy commandments, Psalm 119. v. 59, 60. These Resolutions may be thus expressed.
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I have been too Foolish and Unreasonable, I have been Ungrateful and Rebellious; but I now resolve, by the Grace of God, to be so no more;
I have been too Foolish and Unreasonable, I have been Ungrateful and Rebellious; but I now resolve, by the Grace of God, to be so no more;
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and from this Moment I will earnestly endeavour to forsake my Sins.
and from this Moment I will earnestly endeavour to forsake my Sins.
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I condemn my self for the Guilt and Folly which is past, and will take care for the future, not to repeat what I must needs condemn.
I condemn my self for the Gilded and Folly which is past, and will take care for the future, not to repeat what I must needs condemn.
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It is high time that I now acknowledge my Creator after so long neglect of Him,
It is high time that I now acknowledge my Creator After so long neglect of Him,
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and I will endeavour that the remainder of my days shall make up in diligent Service, what has been wanting in those that are past.
and I will endeavour that the remainder of my days shall make up in diligent Service, what has been wanting in those that Are passed.
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The time past shall suffice to have done the Will of the Flesh, and a great deal too much it is to have been so employ'd;
The time past shall suffice to have done the Will of the Flesh, and a great deal too much it is to have been so employed;
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and now I will study, I will always strive to do the Will of God. I am amazed to think of the Long-suffering and Forbearance of God towards me!
and now I will study, I will always strive to do the Will of God. I am amazed to think of the Long-suffering and Forbearance of God towards me!
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That he has spared me, during so long time of Affronts and Rebellions against him!
That he has spared me, during so long time of Affronts and Rebellions against him!
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I admire and Praise that Goodness which has given me this useful sight of my Follies before it is too late to Repent!
I admire and Praise that goodness which has given me this useful sighed of my Follies before it is too late to repent!
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I thank him for inviting me to return, who has no need of my Service, or of my Happiness;
I thank him for inviting me to return, who has no need of my Service, or of my Happiness;
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and I lay hold, with a most joyful Soul, upon the Promises of Pardon and Favour which are made in Christ Jesus to returning Penitents!
and I lay hold, with a most joyful Soul, upon the Promises of Pardon and Favour which Are made in christ jesus to returning Penitents!
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Such Patience, such Favour towards an Obstinate Provoking Sinner quite overcomes me.
Such Patience, such Favour towards an Obstinate Provoking Sinner quite overcomes me.
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I cannot chuse but admire and love him, and be drawn by such Cords to my Duty!
I cannot choose but admire and love him, and be drawn by such Cords to my Duty!
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Methinks I wish I were all Love! I were able to make some suitable return! Oh that I could render something that were not before due to him!
Methinks I wish I were all Love! I were able to make Some suitable return! O that I could render something that were not before due to him!
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What shall I render to the Lord for all his Benefits and Kindness! Alas, I have nothing but my Poor self;
What shall I render to the Lord for all his Benefits and Kindness! Alas, I have nothing but my Poor self;
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all that, then, I must readily give and devote to him: Behold, Lord, I bring and prostrate before Thee a Returning Prodigal;
all that, then, I must readily give and devote to him: Behold, Lord, I bring and prostrate before Thee a Returning Prodigal;
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I bring thee thine own, and desire to be for ever, and only and entirely thine:
I bring thee thine own, and desire to be for ever, and only and entirely thine:
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All that I have and am I devote to thee:
All that I have and am I devote to thee:
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Whatever thou shalt be pleased to give or to make me, shall be all thine, all shall be devoted and industriously used to thy Service and Honour.
Whatever thou shalt be pleased to give or to make me, shall be all thine, all shall be devoted and industriously used to thy Service and Honour.
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I devote my Mind and Understanding to Study and Meditate on thee, as the best Object of my Thoughts,
I devote my Mind and Understanding to Study and Meditate on thee, as the best Object of my Thoughts,
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and to esteem thee above all things else. I devote my Will to chuse and fix on thee as my chiefest Good.
and to esteem thee above all things Else. I devote my Will to choose and fix on thee as my chiefest Good.
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I devote the Affections of my Soul to Reverence and Fear thee; to Love and Admire thee.
I devote the Affections of my Soul to reverence and fear thee; to Love and Admire thee.
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I devote my Tongue to Praise thee, and all the Members of my Body to Honour thee in a steady Obedience to thy Commands.
I devote my Tongue to Praise thee, and all the Members of my Body to Honour thee in a steady obedience to thy Commands.
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I will take thy Commandments for my Heritage and Portion; I will value them above Thousands of Gold and Silver.
I will take thy commandments for my Heritage and Portion; I will valve them above Thousands of Gold and Silver.
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I will seek nothing in Comparison, nothing in Competition with the Promised Rewards of Obedience to thee.
I will seek nothing in Comparison, nothing in Competition with the Promised Rewards of obedience to thee.
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5. And then in the last place, these Resolutions must be attended with Earnest Prayer to the God of all Grace, that He would be pleased to continue and confirm them,
5. And then in the last place, these Resolutions must be attended with Earnest Prayer to the God of all Grace, that He would be pleased to continue and confirm them,
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and inable us to put them in Practice.
and inable us to put them in Practice.
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We may add, then, To the Lord our God belong Mercies and Forgivenesses, though I have rebelled against him:
We may add, then, To the Lord our God belong mercies and Forgivenesses, though I have rebelled against him:
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And thou hast encouraged me to return, in assuring me, That whoso confesses and forsakes his Sins, shall find Mercy:
And thou hast encouraged me to return, in assuring me, That whoso Confesses and forsakes his Sins, shall find Mercy:
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That promised Mercy I most humbly seek in the Name of Jesus Christ, Whom thou hast set forth to be a Propitiation through Faith in his Blood:
That promised Mercy I most humbly seek in the Name of jesus christ, Whom thou hast Set forth to be a Propitiation through Faith in his Blood:
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That Mercy I humbly hope to find, which delights not in the Death of a Sinner,
That Mercy I humbly hope to find, which delights not in the Death of a Sinner,
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but had rather that he should turn from his Wickedness and Live. Enter not then into Judgment with thy Servant, O Lord:
but had rather that he should turn from his Wickedness and Live. Enter not then into Judgement with thy Servant, Oh Lord:
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Oh Spare a Wretch that confesses his Faults; Restore thou him that is Penitent; According to thy Promises declared unto Mankind in Christ Jesu our Lord:
O Spare a Wretch that Confesses his Faults; Restore thou him that is Penitent; According to thy Promises declared unto Mankind in christ Jesu our Lord:
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And grant O most Merciful Father, for his sake, that I may hereafter live a Godly, Righteous and Sober Life, to the Glory of thy Holy Name.
And grant Oh most Merciful Father, for his sake, that I may hereafter live a Godly, Righteous and Sobrium Life, to the Glory of thy Holy Name.
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As thou hast given me to Will, work in me to do according to thy good Pleasure.
As thou hast given me to Will, work in me to do according to thy good Pleasure.
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The Psalms of David afford us many very apt and fit Requests to this purpose, which shew that Good Man to have been often in the Exercise of this Application of the Word of God to Himself:
The Psalms of David afford us many very apt and fit Requests to this purpose, which show that Good Man to have been often in the Exercise of this Application of the Word of God to Himself:
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And after him we may say, Thy Hands have made and fashioned me, Oh give me Ʋnderstanding, that I may learn thy Testimonies.
And After him we may say, Thy Hands have made and fashioned me, O give me Ʋnderstanding, that I may Learn thy Testimonies.
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I am thine, Save me, I have sought thy Precepts. Oh that my ways were directed to keep thy Statutes.
I am thine, Save me, I have sought thy Precepts. O that my ways were directed to keep thy Statutes.
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Hold up my goings in thy Word, that my Foot-steps slip not. These are the Exercises which the Applicatory part of our Meditation should be employ'd in.Hold up my goings in thy Word, that my Footsteps slip not. These Are the Exercises which the Applicatory part of our Meditation should be employed in.
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And thus I think I have sufficiently describ'd and explain'd this Means of Good Living, which is in this Text recommended to us.
And thus I think I have sufficiently described and explained this Means of Good Living, which is in this Text recommended to us.
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And by what has been said, I suppose it may appear, that this is what every one,
And by what has been said, I suppose it may appear, that this is what every one,
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though of but small Capacity, may in some measure perform, if he will with any Endeavour set himself about it.
though of but small Capacity, may in Some measure perform, if he will with any Endeavour Set himself about it.
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He that has but a small measure of Memory, may supply himself with Matter and Subject of Meditation from what he hears in Publick;
He that has but a small measure of Memory, may supply himself with Matter and Subject of Meditation from what he hears in Public;
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or a Man may be furnish'd with this from what he may read, or hear read to him in Private.
or a Man may be furnished with this from what he may read, or hear read to him in Private.
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'Ts true, that to perform this Work most to our Advantage, it is requisite that we retire from the World and Business,
It's true, that to perform this Work most to our Advantage, it is requisite that we retire from the World and Business,
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and do set some time apart often for the performance of it.
and do Set Some time apart often for the performance of it.
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A few transient Thoughts on Divine things, will not be able to infuse a steady Light into our Dark Minds,
A few Transient Thoughts on Divine things, will not be able to infuse a steady Light into our Dark Minds,
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nor to give warmth to our cold Hearts, or influence and govern our Averse and Stubborn Wills.
nor to give warmth to our cold Hearts, or influence and govern our Averse and Stubborn Wills.
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We must therefore often set our selves to a deliberate Meditation. And some have leisure enough to allow some time for this on every day:
We must Therefore often Set our selves to a deliberate Meditation. And Some have leisure enough to allow Some time for this on every day:
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And the poorest or the busiest Traders may and ought to allow themselves some time for it on the Lords-day, besides their Attendance on the Publick Worship.
And the Poorest or the Busiest Traders may and ought to allow themselves Some time for it on the Lord's day, beside their Attendance on the Public Worship.
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But because the due and profitable Performance of this Work, will require some Endeavour and Pains, I think it necessary to urge it as I proposed to do.
But Because the due and profitable Performance of this Work, will require Some Endeavour and Pains, I think it necessary to urge it as I proposed to do.
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And many things very considerable might be said to this Purpose, but it would make the Discourse too long to produce them all;
And many things very considerable might be said to this Purpose, but it would make the Discourse too long to produce them all;
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and I have promised to confine my self within the Intimations of the Text, which affords these Arguments following.
and I have promised to confine my self within the Intimations of the Text, which affords these Arguments following.
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1. This Meditation on the Word and Law of God, is it self a Duty:
1. This Meditation on the Word and Law of God, is it self a Duty:
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It is certainly required of us, as well as it is an excellent means to bring us to the Performance of every other Duty.
It is Certainly required of us, as well as it is an excellent means to bring us to the Performance of every other Duty.
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It was not required of Joshua alone, though this Text speaks to him: We may justly reckon that it speaks also to every one of us.
It was not required of joshua alone, though this Text speaks to him: We may justly reckon that it speaks also to every one of us.
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And in other places it seems to be required of all the Israelites in common, that is, of the whole Church of God,
And in other places it seems to be required of all the Israelites in Common, that is, of the Whole Church of God,
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or those who are favoured with these Divine Revelations; and such Scriptures must be reckon'd to reach us too.
or those who Are favoured with these Divine Revelations; and such Scriptures must be reckoned to reach us too.
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To them 'tis said, Deut. 6.6. These words which I command thee this day, shall be in thine Heart. And in Deut. 11.18. Ye shall lay up these my Words in your Heart, and in your Soul. This is intimated to be required, in that the Psalmist Blesses the Man that Meditates in the Law of God Day and Night, Psalm 1. And it may be inferr'd from the Condemnation of those who said to God, Depart from us, we desire not the Knowledge of thy Ways, Job 21.14. and of those of whom 'tis said, God is not in all their Thoughts, Psal. 10.4.
To them it's said, Deuteronomy 6.6. These words which I command thee this day, shall be in thine Heart. And in Deuteronomy 11.18. You shall lay up these my Words in your Heart, and in your Soul. This is intimated to be required, in that the Psalmist Blesses the Man that Meditates in the Law of God Day and Night, Psalm 1. And it may be inferred from the Condemnation of those who said to God, Depart from us, we desire not the Knowledge of thy Ways, Job 21.14. and of those of whom it's said, God is not in all their Thoughts, Psalm 10.4.
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Indeed how can it be imagin'd but God does expect and require this? What are the Divine Laws publish'd for,
Indeed how can it be imagined but God does expect and require this? What Are the Divine Laws published for,
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but that we should study and learn what they require of us, that we may do it? Do we not truly cast his Laws behind our Backs,
but that we should study and Learn what they require of us, that we may do it? Do we not truly cast his Laws behind our Backs,
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if we will never study nor consider them? Is it not an Homage due to the Universal Sovereign, to consider and learn his Will?
if we will never study nor Consider them? Is it not an Homage due to the Universal Sovereign, to Consider and Learn his Will?
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2. Let us also consider, that this Meditation is absolutely necessary, in order to our Obedience and living well:
2. Let us also Consider, that this Meditation is absolutely necessary, in order to our obedience and living well:
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Without some Practice of it, we can never lead Holy and Good Lives.
Without Some Practice of it, we can never led Holy and Good Lives.
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Can any Man obey that Law, the Rules of which he does not know? Or will any Man be influenced by Truths, that he does not remember nor ever consider? All the Experience of the World makes it appear, that he who would never seriously consider the things revealed in Holy Scripture, would never be guided or govern'd by them.
Can any Man obey that Law, the Rules of which he does not know? Or will any Man be influenced by Truths, that he does not Remember nor ever Consider? All the Experience of the World makes it appear, that he who would never seriously Consider the things revealed in Holy Scripture, would never be guided or governed by them.
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As our Conversion to a Religious Life is always wrought in this way, so it can never be wrought,
As our Conversion to a Religious Life is always wrought in this Way, so it can never be wrought,
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but in and with the Exercise of our own Thoughts about Divine things in deep and serious Meditations on them.
but in and with the Exercise of our own Thoughts about Divine things in deep and serious Meditations on them.
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This is necessary, then, let us consider to our getting free from the Bonds of Iniquity, from the Devil's Slavery;
This is necessary, then, let us Consider to our getting free from the Bonds of Iniquity, from the Devil's Slavery;
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to our avoiding all the Wrath and Punishment which is due to the breach of the Divine Laws.
to our avoiding all the Wrath and Punishment which is due to the breach of the Divine Laws.
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This is, therefore, what we must needs do, or Perish.
This is, Therefore, what we must needs do, or Perish.
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3. Lastly, Let us consider that it is very Useful and conducing to our Holiness and Obedience.
3. Lastly, Let us Consider that it is very Useful and conducing to our Holiness and obedience.
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It is as effectual and useful a Means, as it is a necessary one.
It is as effectual and useful a Means, as it is a necessary one.
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This our Text very plainly intimates, when it says, Thou shalt Meditate in the Law Day and Night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein.
This our Text very plainly intimates, when it Says, Thou shalt Meditate in the Law Day and Night, that thou Mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein.
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In like manner the Psalmist says of him that does this, that He is like a Tree planted by the Rivers of Water, that bringeth forth his Fruit in due Season.
In like manner the Psalmist Says of him that does this, that He is like a Tree planted by the rivers of Water, that brings forth his Fruit in due Season.
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This Exercise will season the Mind and Disposition with Piety and Vertue: It will make the Tree good, and then the Fruit will be good:
This Exercise will season the Mind and Disposition with Piety and Virtue: It will make the Tree good, and then the Fruit will be good:
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It will make the Rules of our Duty plain to us, and ready to our Remembrance:
It will make the Rules of our Duty plain to us, and ready to our Remembrance:
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It will shew us the Beauty and Desireableness of Holiness, the Deformity and Odiousness of Sin,
It will show us the Beauty and Desirableness of Holiness, the Deformity and Odiousness of since,
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and will give all the Motives and Inducements to Religion their full Force and Power upon us.
and will give all the Motives and Inducements to Religion their full Force and Power upon us.
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It may be learn'd by what is common in the World, How conducing and effectual this Meditation is to such a purpose.
It may be learned by what is Common in the World, How conducing and effectual this Meditation is to such a purpose.
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How usual is it for a multitude and train of Thoughts of any one kind, to form the Disposition of the Mind,
How usual is it for a multitude and train of Thoughts of any one kind, to from the Disposition of the Mind,
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and make suitable Impressions upon it! By frequent angry Thoughts a Man becomes Fretful and Peevish;
and make suitable Impressions upon it! By frequent angry Thoughts a Man becomes Fretful and Peevish;
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by frequent Haughty and Self-admiring Thoughts one becomes Selfish and Proud; by frequent Thoughts on Sensual Pleasures a Man becomes Sensual and enslav'd to such Pleasure.
by frequent Haughty and Self-admiring Thoughts one becomes Selfish and Proud; by frequent Thoughts on Sensual Pleasures a Man becomes Sensual and enslaved to such Pleasure.
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We learn all the Knowledge that we have, by frequent Repetitions of Instruction, and employing our Thoughts about it.
We Learn all the Knowledge that we have, by frequent Repetitions of Instruction, and employing our Thoughts about it.
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In this way, then, a little time and endeavour would teach a Man the Blessed Trade of Holy and Vertuous Living as well as any thing else:
In this Way, then, a little time and endeavour would teach a Man the Blessed Trade of Holy and Virtuous Living as well as any thing Else:
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And he has certainly no desire to be Religious, he has no mind to forsake his Sins, who will not do thus much towards it.
And he has Certainly no desire to be Religious, he has no mind to forsake his Sins, who will not do thus much towards it.
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He neglects himself and his Salvation, he abandons himself to Sin and Misery who neglects it.
He neglects himself and his Salvation, he abandons himself to since and Misery who neglects it.
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THE PRAYER. MOST Blessed God the Fountain of all Goodness:
THE PRAYER. MOST Blessed God the Fountain of all goodness:
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Thou art an Infinite Eternal Good, all things besides thee are but Streams deriv'd from thy unexhaustible Fullness:
Thou art an Infinite Eternal Good, all things beside thee Are but Streams derived from thy unexhaustible Fullness:
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Thou hast made many excellent Creatures for our Use and Service in this World, and wonderfully suited them to our present Necessities and Desires.
Thou hast made many excellent Creatures for our Use and Service in this World, and wonderfully suited them to our present Necessities and Desires.
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These thy Free Goodness has bestow'd upon Mankind, to convince us of thy Love and Good Will, to make us mindful of the Excellent and Transcending Goodness that is in thy self, from whence their Goodness comes;
These thy Free goodness has bestowed upon Mankind, to convince us of thy Love and Good Will, to make us mindful of the Excellent and Transcending goodness that is in thy self, from whence their goodness comes;
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to oblige and win our Averse Hearts to the Love of thee.
to oblige and win our Averse Hearts to the Love of thee.
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For thou alone art our Happiness, and while we forsake and neglect thee, we must needs be Miserable. But alas!
For thou alone art our Happiness, and while we forsake and neglect thee, we must needs be Miserable. But alas!
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such is our Folly and Perverseness, that the things which should make us mindful of thee, make us forget thee;
such is our Folly and Perverseness, that the things which should make us mindful of thee, make us forget thee;
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and what should engage us to Love, steals away our Hearts and Affections from thee.
and what should engage us to Love, steals away our Hearts and Affections from thee.
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We love this World, and the things of it, to that degree, that there is no Love of God in us.
We love this World, and the things of it, to that degree, that there is no Love of God in us.
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These means being uneffectual, thou hast gone further to discover thy self to us, that we might Love,
These means being uneffectual, thou hast gone further to discover thy self to us, that we might Love,
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and Seek, and Enjoy thee, and be Happy.
and Seek, and Enjoy thee, and be Happy.
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Thou hast largely reveal'd thy self unto us in thy Holy Scriptures, and they are fit to make us Wise unto Salvation.
Thou hast largely revealed thy self unto us in thy Holy Scriptures, and they Are fit to make us Wise unto Salvation.
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But still we shew our Enmity to thee, and that we care not for the Knowledge of thee or of thy ways, in the neglect of this means of knowing thee.
But still we show our Enmity to thee, and that we care not for the Knowledge of thee or of thy ways, in the neglect of this means of knowing thee.
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Thy Word, which is full of Wisdom and Divine Light, we slight and despise;
Thy Word, which is full of Wisdom and Divine Light, we slight and despise;
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we care not to Read or Meditate on it as we should do, to be profited by it.
we care not to Read or Meditate on it as we should do, to be profited by it.
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If we are left to our selves, we shall always live without God in the World,
If we Are left to our selves, we shall always live without God in the World,
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for so we encline to do.
for so we incline to do.
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Religion, and the Acknowledgment of thee, which is our greatest Honour, our happiest Course of Living,
Religion, and the Acknowledgment of thee, which is our greatest Honour, our Happiest Course of Living,
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and highly Just and Reasonable, is commonly set by among Men, and any thing else is followed rather than that.
and highly Just and Reasonable, is commonly Set by among Men, and any thing Else is followed rather than that.
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Oh how are we disposed to be Miserable! How set upon the Ruin of our selves!
O how Are we disposed to be Miserable! How Set upon the Ruin of our selves!
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We can take pains to be Damn'd, to procure a Great and Sore Condemnation, but cannot perswade our selves to mind or use any means towards our Everlasting Salvation.
We can take pains to be Damned, to procure a Great and Soar Condemnation, but cannot persuade our selves to mind or use any means towards our Everlasting Salvation.
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We confess, Oh Lord, while we neglect our selves, thou mightest justly neglect us;
We confess, O Lord, while we neglect our selves, thou Mightest justly neglect us;
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while we are fond to run from and forsake thee, we deserve thou shouldest utterly abandon us, we deserve to be left to Temptation,
while we Are found to run from and forsake thee, we deserve thou Shouldst utterly abandon us, we deserve to be left to Temptation,
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and Folly, and Sin, and Misery, and Ruin.
and Folly, and since, and Misery, and Ruin.
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But such is thy Infinite Goodness, that thou art yet loath we should Perish, therefore thy Patience yet continues us in the Land of the Living,
But such is thy Infinite goodness, that thou art yet loath we should Perish, Therefore thy Patience yet continues us in the Land of the Living,
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and we have the means of Grace, we hear the Sound of thy Word, and the Invitations of thy Gospel.
and we have the means of Grace, we hear the Found of thy Word, and the Invitations of thy Gospel.
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At length, O Lord, awaken us to a due Sense of our Condition and Concern for our selves:
At length, Oh Lord, awaken us to a due Sense of our Condition and Concern for our selves:
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Make us to observe the wise Instructions of thy Word, to Treasure them in our Hearts, to Ponder and Meditate on them in our Minds, that so we may observe to do according to all thy Will.
Make us to observe the wise Instructions of thy Word, to Treasure them in our Hearts, to Ponder and Meditate on them in our Minds, that so we may observe to do according to all thy Will.
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Write thou thy Law, O Lord, in our Hearts, and put thy Fear in our Inward Parts, that we may learn to depart from all Iniquity;
writ thou thy Law, Oh Lord, in our Hearts, and put thy fear in our Inward Parts, that we may Learn to depart from all Iniquity;
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that we may learn to renounce and despise this World, and its most Alluring Trifles,
that we may Learn to renounce and despise this World, and its most Alluring Trifles,
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and may love and follow after those Spiritual and Eternal Good Things which thy Blessed Word reveals and offers to us.
and may love and follow After those Spiritual and Eternal Good Things which thy Blessed Word reveals and offers to us.
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Lord make us diligent to work out our Salvation, very Industrious in the use of all the means thou hast afforded and taught us to use for the promoting it,
Lord make us diligent to work out our Salvation, very Industria in the use of all the means thou hast afforded and taught us to use for the promoting it,
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and do thou graciously succeed us.
and do thou graciously succeed us.
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Let it be continually promoted by our cleansing our selves daily from all Filthiness both of Flesh and Spirit,
Let it be continually promoted by our cleansing our selves daily from all Filthiness both of Flesh and Spirit,
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and by our Increase and Growth in every Grace.
and by our Increase and Growth in every Grace.
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Do thou, O Blessed Jesu, who camest into the World to save Sinners, now pour upon us the mighty Aids of thy Holy Spirit, stir up thy Strength and come among us,
Do thou, Oh Blessed Jesu, who camest into the World to save Sinners, now pour upon us the mighty Aids of thy Holy Spirit, stir up thy Strength and come among us,
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and with thy great Might Succor us, that whereas, through our Sins and Wickedness, we are sore let and hindred in the Race that is set before us, thy bountiful Grace and Mercy may speedily help and deliver us.
and with thy great Might Succour us, that whereas, through our Sins and Wickedness, we Are soar let and hindered in the Raze that is Set before us, thy bountiful Grace and Mercy may speedily help and deliver us.
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We humbly Pray for all Mankind, that they may be Bless'd with the Light and Guidance of thy Holy Gospel:
We humbly Pray for all Mankind, that they may be Blessed with the Light and Guidance of thy Holy Gospel:
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And for thy Church, where-ever dispersed upon the Face of the Earth, that all Divine Knowledge and Good Practice may abound in that.
And for thy Church, wherever dispersed upon the Face of the Earth, that all Divine Knowledge and Good Practice may abound in that.
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Bless, we pray thee, that part of it which thine own Right Hand has planted among us;
Bless, we pray thee, that part of it which thine own Right Hand has planted among us;
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Purge it from Error, Heresie and Schism, from Superstition and Profaneness, and whatever is displeasing to thee.
Purge it from Error, Heresy and Schism, from Superstition and Profaneness, and whatever is displeasing to thee.
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Grant us to increase in all Grace, and to delight our selves in abundance of Peace.
Grant us to increase in all Grace, and to delight our selves in abundance of Peace.
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For these Purposes Bless, Defend and Direct our King and Queen; Grant that this Book of thy Law may never depart out of their Mouth;
For these Purposes Bless, Defend and Direct our King and Queen; Grant that this Book of thy Law may never depart out of their Mouth;
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that they may Meditate therein Day and Night, and observe to do according to all that is written therein;
that they may Meditate therein Day and Night, and observe to do according to all that is written therein;
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and let this make their way Prosperous, and do thou favour them with good Success.
and let this make their Way Prosperous, and do thou favour them with good Success.
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Let thy Word and thy Grace teach us all the Duties of our several Places, that we may duly perform them to thy Glory and our mutual Comfort.
Let thy Word and thy Grace teach us all the Duties of our several Places, that we may duly perform them to thy Glory and our mutual Comfort.
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We thank thee for the Mercies of this day, especially for those that are Spiritual, make us to bring forth Fruit answerable to them.
We thank thee for the mercies of this day, especially for those that Are Spiritual, make us to bring forth Fruit answerable to them.
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Let thy Gracious Protection give us Safety this Night, and thy Power raise us the next Morning refresh'd with our Rest,
Let thy Gracious Protection give us Safety this Night, and thy Power raise us the next Morning refreshed with our Rest,
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and thy Grace incline us to all our Duty.
and thy Grace incline us to all our Duty.
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All this we humbly beg in the Name of Jesus Christ the Righteous, for whom we bless thee,
All this we humbly beg in the Name of jesus christ the Righteous, for whom we bless thee,
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and for all the necessary and useful Instruction we have from him, particularly for his teaching us to Pray.
and for all the necessary and useful Instruction we have from him, particularly for his teaching us to Pray.
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In whose own Words therefore we conclude our present Address, saying, OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
In whose own Words Therefore we conclude our present Address, saying, OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
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Thy Will be done, in Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily Bread.
Thy Will be done, in Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily Bred.
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And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us. And lead us not into Temptation;
And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us. And led us not into Temptation;
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But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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That the CHRIST is Come, Proved and Applied. Let us Pray.
That the CHRIST is Come, Proved and Applied. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 1 Tim. 1.15. This is a Faithful Saying, and worthy of All Acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the World to Save Sinners.and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. 1 Tim. 1.15. This is a Faithful Saying, and worthy of All Acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the World to Save Sinners.
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WHEN the Great Creator of all Things had made Man a Rational, Just and Holy Being, capable to know and chuse his own Actions,
WHEN the Great Creator of all Things had made Man a Rational, Just and Holy Being, capable to know and choose his own Actions,
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and to chuse and do that which is Good; and had placed him in a very Happy Condition;
and to choose and do that which is Good; and had placed him in a very Happy Condition;
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He proposed to his Creature, thus oblig'd, a very Gracious Covenant or Law;
He proposed to his Creature, thus obliged, a very Gracious Covenant or Law;
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which promised him a perpetual Continuance, at least, of all his Excellency and Happiness, and the Everlasting Favour of his Maker, upon Condition of his Perfect and Constant Obedience.
which promised him a perpetual Continuance, At least, of all his Excellency and Happiness, and the Everlasting Favour of his Maker, upon Condition of his Perfect and Constant obedience.
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But that he might not presume upon the Favour which had been shewn him, there was added also, to secure that his Obedience and Happiness, a Threatning of all manner of Misery against the transgressing of that Law.
But that he might not presume upon the Favour which had been shown him, there was added also, to secure that his obedience and Happiness, a Threatening of all manner of Misery against the transgressing of that Law.
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In this Covenant or Law laid upon the first Man, the Fates of all his Posterity were necessarily included,
In this Covenant or Law laid upon the First Man, the Fates of all his Posterity were necessarily included,
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while they were included within himself;
while they were included within himself;
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and their Happiness and Misery too, as well as his own, did depend upon his retaining or losing his Innocency:
and their Happiness and Misery too, as well as his own, did depend upon his retaining or losing his Innocency:
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So that if Adam would continue Innocent and Obedient till he had a Child, he would then propagate a Righteous and an Holy Seed:
So that if Adam would continue Innocent and Obedient till he had a Child, he would then propagate a Righteous and an Holy Seed:
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But if he should fall into Sin before this, then he must needs Defile himself and his Posterity,
But if he should fallen into since before this, then he must needs Defile himself and his Posterity,
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and whatever should descend from him must needs be Unholy and Guilty:
and whatever should descend from him must needs be Unholy and Guilty:
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For how can a Clean Thing come out of an Ʋnclean? Or how should it be possible,
For how can a Clean Thing come out of an Ʋnclean? Or how should it be possible,
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when he had polluted the only Fountain and Source of Humane Nature, that the Streams should be any better than polluted too?
when he had polluted the only Fountain and Source of Humane Nature, that the Streams should be any better than polluted too?
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And this was a very great Inducement and Motive to have kept him steady to his Duty,
And this was a very great Inducement and Motive to have kept him steady to his Duty,
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and by Consequence an help to it.
and by Consequence an help to it.
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Yet, for all this, our first Parents had so little Care of themselves, or Concern for their Posterity, that they sinned before they had a Child, in Eating of a Forbidden Fruit;
Yet, for all this, our First Parents had so little Care of themselves, or Concern for their Posterity, that they sinned before they had a Child, in Eating of a Forbidden Fruit;
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as we are told in the third of Genesis. Hereby all Mankind are polluted, and the whole Humane Nature are involved in Guilt as soon as they come into the World;
as we Are told in the third of Genesis. Hereby all Mankind Are polluted, and the Whole Humane Nature Are involved in Gilded as soon as they come into the World;
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and so all are Obnoxious to the Wrath of God and Eternal Punishment; therefore we are said to be By Nature Children of Wrath, Eph. 2.3.
and so all Are Obnoxious to the Wrath of God and Eternal Punishment; Therefore we Are said to be By Nature Children of Wrath, Ephesians 2.3.
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These things the Scripture plainly teaches us, when it says, By one Man Sin entred into the World,
These things the Scripture plainly Teaches us, when it Says, By one Man since entered into the World,
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and Death by Sin, and so Death passed upon all Men, for that all have sinned, Rom. 5.12.and Death by since, and so Death passed upon all Men, for that all have sinned, Rom. 5.12.
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and By one Mans Disobedience many were made Sinners, v. 19. and By the Offence of One, Judgment came upon all Men to Condemnation, v. 18. In this woful and lost Condition of the whole Race of Mankind, no Creature in Heaven or Earth could help us.
and By one men Disobedience many were made Sinners, v. 19. and By the Offence of One, Judgement Come upon all Men to Condemnation, v. 18. In this woeful and lost Condition of the Whole Raze of Mankind, no Creature in Heaven or Earth could help us.
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It was not possible that the Blood of Bulls or Goats could take away Sins, Heb. 10.4.It was not possible that the Blood of Bulls or Goats could take away Sins, Hebrew 10.4.
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And the whole Race of Mankind being Polluted and Guilty, none of us was a fit Sacrifice to attone for others,
And the Whole Raze of Mankind being Polluted and Guilty, none of us was a fit Sacrifice to atone for Others,
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nor could the Fruit of the Body make Expiation for the Sin of the Soul. If an Angel had offered to become an Atonement for our Sins, it had not been agreeable to the exact Justice of God, to accept of an Atonement from another sort of Creature than that which had offended:
nor could the Fruit of the Body make Expiation for the since of the Soul. If an Angel had offered to become an Atonement for our Sins, it had not been agreeable to the exact justice of God, to accept of an Atonement from Another sort of Creature than that which had offended:
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And, if one of the highest Angels would have become Incarnate, and would have taken the Humane Nature into a Personal Union with himself,
And, if one of the highest Angels would have become Incarnate, and would have taken the Humane Nature into a Personal union with himself,
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and so would in that Nature have suffered the Penalty of our Sins, and have died a Sacrifice for them;
and so would in that Nature have suffered the Penalty of our Sins, and have died a Sacrifice for them;
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yet this would have been a Sacrifice below the Offence, and unable to have made a Propitiation;
yet this would have been a Sacrifice below the Offence, and unable to have made a Propitiation;
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because the Great and Infinite God was the Person wrong'd and affronted, and so Great a Justice must have a Satisfaction in some sort Infinite,
Because the Great and Infinite God was the Person wronged and affronted, and so Great a justice must have a Satisfaction in Some sort Infinite,
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or else it would be unworthy of his Acceptance.
or Else it would be unworthy of his Acceptance.
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If any meer Creature, then, should be put to make Satisfaction for the least Sin, by suffering the Penalty due to it, he would never be able to accomplish and finish the work;
If any mere Creature, then, should be put to make Satisfaction for the least since, by suffering the Penalty due to it, he would never be able to accomplish and finish the work;
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he must lie for ever doing, and could never have done it, and so must needs die an Eternal Death:
he must lie for ever doing, and could never have done it, and so must needs die an Eternal Death:
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And this it could not be just for God to inflict upon such a Creature as should have so much concern for his Glory,
And this it could not be just for God to inflict upon such a Creature as should have so much concern for his Glory,
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and so much Love to his Fellow-Creatures, as to have been willing to suffer so much for them;
and so much Love to his Fellow-Creatures, as to have been willing to suffer so much for them;
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if it had been possible for any Creature to be willing, and to offer it self to this.
if it had been possible for any Creature to be willing, and to offer it self to this.
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The Second Person in the Glorious Trinity, then, the Son of God, Blessed for Evermore, offered himself to do this mighty work;
The Second Person in the Glorious Trinity, then, the Son of God, Blessed for Evermore, offered himself to do this mighty work;
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to take our Nature upon him, and in that Nature to make Atonement by his Death for the Sins of Mankind;
to take our Nature upon him, and in that Nature to make Atonement by his Death for the Sins of Mankind;
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to do whatever was necessary to rescue us from our Misery and Perdition, in such a way as might be Honourable to the Eternal and Infinite Justice of God.
to do whatever was necessary to rescue us from our Misery and Perdition, in such a Way as might be Honourable to the Eternal and Infinite justice of God.
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And he was the only Person that could do this; the Dignity of his Person would give an Infinite Value to all he should do.
And he was the only Person that could do this; the Dignity of his Person would give an Infinite Valve to all he should do.
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He was therefore accepted by the Father, and was appointed to do what was necessary to Save us:
He was Therefore accepted by the Father, and was appointed to do what was necessary to Save us:
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And God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him should not Perish, but have Everlasting Life;
And God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him should not Perish, but have Everlasting Life;
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and now our Help is laid on one that is mighty, and able to Save to the uttermost all that come unto God by him, Heb. 7.25. It is the Coming of this Great and Kind Person into the World in our Nature, to accomplish our Redemption, which our Church does at this time particularly Commemorate.
and now our Help is laid on one that is mighty, and able to Save to the uttermost all that come unto God by him, Hebrew 7.25. It is the Coming of this Great and Kind Person into the World in our Nature, to accomplish our Redemption, which our Church does At this time particularly Commemorate.
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And this we do, in Conformity to the Pure and Primitive Times of the Church, long before those Corruptions, which may be call'd Popery, had a Birth.
And this we do, in Conformity to the Pure and Primitive Times of the Church, long before those Corruptions, which may be called Popery, had a Birth.
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We find several of the Ancient Fathers (Greg. Nyssen. Basil. Mag. Chrysost.) to have left Sermons that they preached upon this occasion;
We find several of the Ancient Father's (Greg. Nyssen. Basil. Mag. Chrysostom) to have left Sermons that they preached upon this occasion;
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which shews that the Primitive Church did very early make a particular Commemoration of our Saviour's Birth.
which shows that the Primitive Church did very early make a particular Commemoration of our Saviour's Birth.
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Perhaps the People of all Perswasions among us, are willing to celebrate the Anniversary Remembrance of a particular Deliverance or Favour of God granted to themselves or their Family,
Perhaps the People of all Persuasions among us, Are willing to celebrate the Anniversary Remembrance of a particular Deliverance or Favour of God granted to themselves or their Family,
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and that with Religious Worship as well as with Secular Feasting:
and that with Religious Worship as well as with Secular Feasting:
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And since they can allow themselves to celebrate yearly the Remembrance of a National Deliverance, such as the Discovery of the Gunpowder Treason,
And since they can allow themselves to celebrate yearly the Remembrance of a National Deliverance, such as the Discovery of the Gunpowder Treason,
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and that upon the Commandment of the Magistrate too, or when Imposed, as this is called, we cannot see any reason why they should refuse to observe this Festival also, especially upon the Command of their Governors, which Commemorates so great a Favour as the Coming of the Messiah into the World.
and that upon the Commandment of the Magistrate too, or when Imposed, as this is called, we cannot see any reason why they should refuse to observe this Festival also, especially upon the Command of their Governors, which Commemorates so great a Favour as the Coming of the Messiah into the World.
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May we particularly remember and be Thanful for a Temporal Deliverance, and not a Spiritual one? And does not that Festival rather become Christians, which is celebrated upon an occasion purely Spiritual,
May we particularly Remember and be Thankful for a Temporal Deliverance, and not a Spiritual one? And does not that Festival rather become Christians, which is celebrated upon an occasion purely Spiritual,
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than that which has a mixture of worldly Interest in the occasion of it? Is there not the truest Purity of Religion in the former sort of Festivals? And they have no reason for refusing to joyn with us in this Matter,
than that which has a mixture of worldly Interest in the occasion of it? Is there not the Truest Purity of Religion in the former sort of Festivals? And they have no reason for refusing to join with us in this Matter,
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if they have none but this, That we are not certain which was the Day of our Saviour's Nativity:
if they have none but this, That we Are not certain which was the Day of our Saviour's Nativity:
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For if one Day in the Year be devoted to this Pious Purpose, it is no matter which it is, only Peace,
For if one Day in the Year be devoted to this Pious Purpose, it is no matter which it is, only Peace,
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and Order, and Obedience, require that we comply with the Church which we live in in any such indifferent Matters.
and Order, and obedience, require that we comply with the Church which we live in in any such indifferent Matters.
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Besides, we find the Eastern Churches observing such a Festival as this, even while they remain'd uncertain on what day to six it,
Beside, we find the Eastern Churches observing such a Festival as this, even while they remained uncertain on what day to six it,
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as appears by their fixing it some on one day and some upon another for a while.
as appears by their fixing it Some on one day and Some upon Another for a while.
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Again, the Eastern Churches, when they knew upon what Grounds (from the Roman Records of Augustus 's Taxation, mentioned Luke 2.) the Roman Church observed this Festival on the day which we observe they were satisfied with it;
Again, the Eastern Churches, when they knew upon what Grounds (from the Roman Records of Augustus is Taxation, mentioned Lycia 2.) the Roman Church observed this Festival on the day which we observe they were satisfied with it;
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and we find St. Chrysostom to have celebrated it on the same day at Antioch above Thirteen hundred Years ago, by a Sermon preached there on this occasion;
and we find Saint Chrysostom to have celebrated it on the same day At Antioch above Thirteen hundred years ago, by a Sermon preached there on this occasion;
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wherein he does also highly recommend the Observation of this Festival, as do also several other Holy and Good Men of the Ancients.
wherein he does also highly recommend the Observation of this Festival, as do also several other Holy and Good Men of the Ancients.
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But thus much shall suffice to be said of this Matter.
But thus much shall suffice to be said of this Matter.
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It is the chief Design of this Discourse, and to that I shall now apply my self, to assist and promote a due and profitable Remembrance of our Blessed Saviour's Nativity:
It is the chief Design of this Discourse, and to that I shall now apply my self, to assist and promote a due and profitable Remembrance of our Blessed Saviour's Nativity:
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For which purpose it shall be directed as much as lies in my Power, and as the time will give leave, to the strengthening of our Faith in him,
For which purpose it shall be directed as much as lies in my Power, and as the time will give leave, to the strengthening of our Faith in him,
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and to suggest and urge what is due from us to him, upon the account of his Coming into the World.
and to suggest and urge what is due from us to him, upon the account of his Coming into the World.
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And the Text I have chosen to speak to, is very fit to afford us such Matter of Discourse, This is a Faithful Saying,
And the Text I have chosen to speak to, is very fit to afford us such Matter of Discourse, This is a Faithful Saying,
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and worthy of all Acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the World to Save Sinners. and worthy of all Acceptation, that christ jesus Come into the World to Save Sinners.
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These words need no other Explication than what is given them in our Churches Office for the Communion;
These words need no other Explication than what is given them in our Churches Office for the Communion;
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wherein they are exactly according to the Sence and Meaning of the original words rendred thus, This is a true Saying,
wherein they Are exactly according to the Sense and Meaning of the original words rendered thus, This is a true Saying,
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and worthy of all Men to be received, that Jesus Christ came into the World to Save Sinners. and worthy of all Men to be received, that jesus christ Come into the World to Save Sinners.
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So that they will afford and require these two Heads of Discourse.
So that they will afford and require these two Heads of Discourse.
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1. To shew or prove the Truth of what is here asserted or said, namely, That Jesus Christ came into the World to Save Sinners.
1. To show or prove the Truth of what is Here asserted or said, namely, That jesus christ Come into the World to Save Sinners.
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2. To intimate what is the Acceptation or Reception of that Truth which it is worthy to meet with from Men.
2. To intimate what is the Acceptation or Reception of that Truth which it is worthy to meet with from Men.
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In the first place I shall, as briefly as I can, prove the Truth of this Saying:
In the First place I shall, as briefly as I can, prove the Truth of this Saying:
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And in it there are these two things to be made good, 1. That the Christ is Come;
And in it there Are these two things to be made good, 1. That the christ is Come;
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or that Jesus the Son of Mary, and reputed Son of Joseph is the Christ. 2. That he came into the World to Save Sinners.
or that jesus the Son of Marry, and reputed Son of Joseph is the christ. 2. That he Come into the World to Save Sinners.
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1. It is here said, and we shall prove it a Truth, That the Christ is Come,
1. It is Here said, and we shall prove it a Truth, That the christ is Come,
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or that Jesus is the Christ:
or that jesus is the christ:
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For both those names are here given to the same Person, intimating that Jesus is the Christ.
For both those names Are Here given to the same Person, intimating that jesus is the christ.
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Now to prove this, I shall go no further than only to take notice of the Circumstances of the Birth of Jesus,
Now to prove this, I shall go no further than only to take notice of the circumstances of the Birth of jesus,
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because we are at the Commemoration of his Birth.
Because we Are At the Commemoration of his Birth.
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And if the Circumstances of the Birth of this Jesus do exactly agree with and fulfil the Prophecies which were before concerning the Circumstances of the Birth of the Messiah,
And if the circumstances of the Birth of this jesus do exactly agree with and fulfil the Prophecies which were before Concerning the circumstances of the Birth of the Messiah,
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then we have herein good Ground to believe that Jesus is the promised Messiah or Christ.
then we have herein good Ground to believe that jesus is the promised Messiah or christ.
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And that they do agree with those Prophecies concerning the Birth of the Messiah, will appear,
And that they do agree with those Prophecies Concerning the Birth of the Messiah, will appear,
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if we consider and compare with them, the Time when, the Place where, and the Person and Family of whom Jesus was born.
if we Consider and compare with them, the Time when, the Place where, and the Person and Family of whom jesus was born.
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The Time in which Jesus was born, appears by the Series of History to have been the time pointed out by the Prophet Daniel in the ninth Chapter of his Prophecy, 24, 25, 26, 27 Verses,The Time in which jesus was born, appears by the Series of History to have been the time pointed out by the Prophet daniel in the ninth Chapter of his Prophecy, 24, 25, 26, 27 Verses,
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for the Coming of the Messiah. This the Jews themselves understood, and therefore partly from that Prophecy, and partly from others,
for the Coming of the Messiah. This the jews themselves understood, and Therefore partly from that Prophecy, and partly from Others,
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and from the Circumstances of that time, they did generally expect the Coming and Appearance of the Messiah, about that very time when Jesus made his publick Appearance in the World:
and from the circumstances of that time, they did generally expect the Coming and Appearance of the Messiah, about that very time when jesus made his public Appearance in the World:
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Hence it was that they doubted of John the Baptist, whether he were the Christ or not, as is said Luke 3.15.
Hence it was that they doubted of John the Baptist, whither he were the christ or not, as is said Lycia 3.15.
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And it is expresly said of them soon after our Saviour began his Publick Ministry, that they generally believed the Kingdom of God would immediately appear, Luke 19.11. by which Phrase they meant the days of the Messiah.
And it is expressly said of them soon After our Saviour began his Public Ministry, that they generally believed the Kingdom of God would immediately appear, Lycia 19.11. by which Phrase they meant the days of the Messiah.
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Yea, they do to this day generally believe that the Messiah is come, and that he did come about that time when Jesus was born;
Yea, they do to this day generally believe that the Messiah is come, and that he did come about that time when jesus was born;
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but that he is concealed from them by reason of their Sins, which is all of it doubtless true enough.
but that he is concealed from them by reason of their Sins, which is all of it doubtless true enough.
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Let us now consider the Place where the Messiah should be Born:
Let us now Consider the Place where the Messiah should be Born:
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This was plainly foretold by the Prophet Micah, that it should be Bethlehem of Judea, Micah 5.2.
This was plainly foretold by the Prophet micah, that it should be Bethlehem of Judea, micah 5.2.
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which place of Scripture the Jewish Sanhedrim interpreted to Herod, as foretelling the place where the Messiah should be Born,
which place of Scripture the Jewish Sanhedrim interpreted to Herod, as foretelling the place where the Messiah should be Born,
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as we are told Matt. 2.5.
as we Are told Matt. 2.5.
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And at another time they said, Hath not the Scripture said, that Christ cometh of the Seed of David, and out of the Town of Bethlehem where David was? John 7.42.
And At Another time they said, Hath not the Scripture said, that christ comes of the Seed of David, and out of the Town of Bethlehem where David was? John 7.42.
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And here indeed it was that Jesus was born at the time of the General Enrollment or Taxation which was commanded by the Emperor Augustus, as we learn by Matt. 2.1. Luke 2. seven first Verses.
And Here indeed it was that jesus was born At the time of the General Enrollment or Taxation which was commanded by the Emperor Augustus, as we Learn by Matt. 2.1. Lycia 2. seven First Verses.
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The next Circumstance of the Messiah's Birth, according to the Prophecies, is, The Family and Person of whom he should be Born, which also is fulfilled in the Birth of Jesus.
The next Circumstance of the Messiah's Birth, according to the Prophecies, is, The Family and Person of whom he should be Born, which also is fulfilled in the Birth of jesus.
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The Messias was to be born of the House and Family of David: Hence is he called a Root of Jesse, Isaiah 11.10.
The Messias was to be born of the House and Family of David: Hence is he called a Root of Jesse, Isaiah 11.10.
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Of him is that large Promise to David to be understood, Thy Seed will I establish for ever,
Of him is that large Promise to David to be understood, Thy Seed will I establish for ever,
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and build up thy Throne to all Generations, Psal. 89.4. This the Jews commonly believed;and built up thy Throne to all Generations, Psalm 89.4. This the jews commonly believed;
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therefore when jesus enquired of the Pharisees, whose Son they expected the Messiah would be, they say to him, the Son of David, Matt. 22.42.
Therefore when Jesus inquired of the Pharisees, whose Son they expected the Messiah would be, they say to him, the Son of David, Matt. 22.42.
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So in that forementioned, John 7.42. they say, Hath not the Scripture said, that Christ cometh of the Seed of David? Now according to this Prophecy Jesus was born of the Seed and Family of David: He took the Name of the Son of David, was commonly called by this Name by those that believed on him:
So in that forementioned, John 7.42. they say, Hath not the Scripture said, that christ comes of the Seed of David? Now according to this Prophecy jesus was born of the Seed and Family of David: He took the Name of the Son of David, was commonly called by this Name by those that believed on him:
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And his Mother was espoused to a Man of the House of David, therefore was she her self of that House, Luke 1.27.
And his Mother was espoused to a Man of the House of David, Therefore was she her self of that House, Lycia 1.27.
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For it was a standing Rule, ordinarily observed among the Jews, that Men should always marry one of their own Tribe,
For it was a standing Rule, ordinarily observed among the jews, that Men should always marry one of their own Tribe,
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and the Family of their Fathers, which we have very distinctly laid down in Numbers 36.8.
and the Family of their Father's, which we have very distinctly laid down in Numbers 36.8.
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As therefore St. Matthew brings the Pedigree of Joseph from David, Luke in his Genealogy brings that of the Virgin from him (Lightf. in loc.) But there is further to be observed of the Person of whom the messiah was to be born, that she was to be a Virgin;
As Therefore Saint Matthew brings the Pedigree of Joseph from David, Lycia in his Genealogy brings that of the Virgae from him (Lightf. in loc.) But there is further to be observed of the Person of whom the messiah was to be born, that she was to be a Virgae;
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in a miraculous way he was to come into the World, and to be born of a Virgin.
in a miraculous Way he was to come into the World, and to be born of a Virgae.
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Besides other places where this is intimated, it is expresly said in Isaiah 7.14. Behold, a Virgin shall conceive, and bear a Son, and shall call his Name Immanuel, or God with us.
Beside other places where this is intimated, it is expressly said in Isaiah 7.14. Behold, a Virgae shall conceive, and bear a Son, and shall call his Name Immanuel, or God with us.
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Which means, according to the manner of the Hebrew Language, that he should be Immanuel; particularly this same Prophet uses that expression several times with this meaning,
Which means, according to the manner of the Hebrew Language, that he should be Immanuel; particularly this same Prophet uses that expression several times with this meaning,
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as we may see Isa. 1.26. Isa. 60.14. Isa. 62.4. According to the Prophecies in this matter, the Ancient Rabbins of the Jews taught, that the Messiah should be born of a Virgin. ( Lightfin Luc. 1.35.) And thus was Jesus truly born.
as we may see Isaiah 1.26. Isaiah 60.14. Isaiah 62.4. According to the Prophecies in this matter, the Ancient Rabbis of the jews taught, that the Messiah should be born of a Virgae. (Lightfin Luke 1.35.) And thus was jesus truly born.
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His Mother was a Virgin when she was espoused to Joseph, as appears Luke 1.27. She was a Virgin when she Conceived him, as is intimated Matt. 1.18. and she was still a Virgin when she had brought him forth, as the 25th Verse of that Chapter teaches us.
His Mother was a Virgae when she was espoused to Joseph, as appears Lycia 1.27. She was a Virgae when she Conceived him, as is intimated Matt. 1.18. and she was still a Virgae when she had brought him forth, as the 25th Verse of that Chapter Teaches us.
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And thus is the first part of this Saying sufficiently proved; which is, That the Messiah is Come, or that Jesus is the Messiah or Christ.
And thus is the First part of this Saying sufficiently proved; which is, That the Messiah is Come, or that jesus is the Messiah or christ.
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2. The other part of it, which is also to be proved, is, That He came into the World to Save Sinners:
2. The other part of it, which is also to be proved, is, That He Come into the World to Save Sinners:
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That this was the Business and End of the Coming of the Messiah;
That this was the Business and End of the Coming of the Messiah;
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and that accordingly Jesus came into the World for that End. This is the other part of the Saying in the Text;
and that accordingly jesus Come into the World for that End. This is the other part of the Saying in the Text;
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and this is directly contrary to that which was the Common, Corrupt and Mistaken Opinion of the Jewish Nation concerning the Messiah at the time of his coming:
and this is directly contrary to that which was the Common, Corrupt and Mistaken Opinion of the Jewish nation Concerning the Messiah At the time of his coming:
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For it was then their Common Opinion, That they needed no other Redemption from the Messiah,
For it was then their Common Opinion, That they needed no other Redemption from the Messiah,
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and were to have no other, but only that he should gather them together from their Dispersion among the Heathens:
and were to have no other, but only that he should gather them together from their Dispersion among the heathens:
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That he should raise them to a great Degree of Temporal Glory and Power;
That he should raise them to a great Degree of Temporal Glory and Power;
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should make them the chief People of the World, and bring all others into Subjection to them.
should make them the chief People of the World, and bring all Others into Subjection to them.
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And because they saw that Jesus went about no such things, they after a while Rejected and Murthered him,
And Because they saw that jesus went about no such things, they After a while Rejected and Murdered him,
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for pretending to be what he really was.
for pretending to be what he really was.
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To prove this Truth in the Text, then, it must be shewn, that the Messiah was to be such a Saviour as the Text speaks,
To prove this Truth in the Text, then, it must be shown, that the Messiah was to be such a Saviour as the Text speaks,
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and that Jesus is such an one.
and that jesus is such an one.
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That the Messiah was to come into the World to Save Sinners, as such, that is, to Save them from their Sins, is the constant Doctrin of the Prophets concerning him.
That the Messiah was to come into the World to Save Sinners, as such, that is, to Save them from their Sins, is the constant Doctrine of the prophets Concerning him.
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He was to deliver Men from the Guilt of their Sins, and their Obligation to Punishment thereby;
He was to deliver Men from the Gilded of their Sins, and their Obligation to Punishment thereby;
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and also from the Pollution and Power of Sin upon their Nature.
and also from the Pollution and Power of since upon their Nature.
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And thus much is plainly said in that Prophecy concerning him, which we have in the ninth Chapter of Daniel; it is there said in the 24th Verse, He should make Reconciliation for Iniquity, and he should bring in Everlasting Righteousness:
And thus much is plainly said in that Prophecy Concerning him, which we have in the ninth Chapter of daniel; it is there said in the 24th Verse, He should make Reconciliation for Iniquity, and he should bring in Everlasting Righteousness:
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And in the 26th Verse, That the Messiah should be out off, but not for Himself How plainly does this foretell the Sacrifice of his Death,
And in the 26th Verse, That the Messiah should be out off, but not for Himself How plainly does this foretell the Sacrifice of his Death,
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and the Atonement which he should therein make for Sins that were none of his own? That he should communicate to them that believe on him an Everlasting Righteousness;
and the Atonement which he should therein make for Sins that were none of his own? That he should communicate to them that believe on him an Everlasting Righteousness;
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which is to Save them Effectually and Fully from the Power and Pollution of their Sins.
which is to Save them Effectually and fully from the Power and Pollution of their Sins.
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I shall not need to mention any other Prophecy to this purpose, but only the 53d Chapter of Isaiah, where these things are fully and expresly spoken of the Messiah,
I shall not need to mention any other Prophecy to this purpose, but only the 53d Chapter of Isaiah, where these things Are Fully and expressly spoken of the Messiah,
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as what he had done, because he would most assuredly do them. 'Tis there said, He was Wounded for our Transgressions, he was Bruised for our Iniquities:
as what he had done, Because he would most assuredly do them. It's there said, He was Wounded for our Transgressions, he was bruised for our Iniquities:
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Intimating his making himself, in his Sufferings, a Sacrifice and Propitiation for Sin:
Intimating his making himself, in his Sufferings, a Sacrifice and Propitiation for since:
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'Tis said, The Chastisements of our Peace were upon him, and by his Stripes we are Healed:
It's said, The Chastisements of our Peace were upon him, and by his Stripes we Are Healed:
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He was to Purchase for us, by his Death and Sufferings, a Delivery from all the Misery and Pollution,
He was to Purchase for us, by his Death and Sufferings, a Delivery from all the Misery and Pollution,
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or Sickness of our Souls, which we derive from our Sin and Guilt. Now as these things were Prophesied of the Messiah, so they are ascribed to Jesus:
or Sickness of our Souls, which we derive from our since and Gilded. Now as these things were Prophesied of the Messiah, so they Are ascribed to jesus:
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The Angel Gabriel, that brought the Virgin the News of her Conceiving him, said, his Name should be Jesus for this reason, Because he should Save his People from their Sins: As we see Matt. 1.21. Of Jesus did Philip interpret that 53d Chapter of Isaiah, as fulfilled in him to the Eunuch mentioned in Acts 8. Upon which the Eunuch believed, and confessed that Jesus was Christ and the Son of God, in the 37th Verse.
The Angel Gabriel, that brought the Virgae the News of her Conceiving him, said, his Name should be jesus for this reason, Because he should Save his People from their Sins: As we see Matt. 1.21. Of jesus did Philip interpret that 53d Chapter of Isaiah, as fulfilled in him to the Eunuch mentioned in Acts 8. Upon which the Eunuch believed, and confessed that jesus was christ and the Son of God, in the 37th Verse.
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'Tis said, He came to destroy the Works of the Devil, 1 John 3.8. To Cleanse and Sanctifie our Nature which that wicked one had polluted.
It's said, He Come to destroy the Works of the devil, 1 John 3.8. To Cleanse and Sanctify our Nature which that wicked one had polluted.
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That He gave himself for us, that he might Redeem us from all Iniquity, or the Guilt of our Iniquities, and purifie unto himself a peculiar People Zealous of Good Works, Titus 2.14. These things do sufficiently make it appear, that 'tis the Doctrin of Holy Scripture, and therefore true, that Jesus Christ came into the World to Save Sinners;
That He gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all Iniquity, or the Gilded of our Iniquities, and purify unto himself a peculiar People Zealous of Good Works, Titus 2.14. These things do sufficiently make it appear, that it's the Doctrine of Holy Scripture, and Therefore true, that jesus christ Come into the World to Save Sinners;
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and by these things we may very justly be well strengthned and confirmed in the belief of this Truth.
and by these things we may very justly be well strengthened and confirmed in the belief of this Truth.
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So much then shall suffice to be spoken to the first part of this Discourse. I now proceed to the second;
So much then shall suffice to be spoken to the First part of this Discourse. I now proceed to the second;
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in which it was proposed, to shew what Acceptation or Reception this Truth is worthy of, and does require from Men:
in which it was proposed, to show what Acceptation or Reception this Truth is worthy of, and does require from Men:
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Which I shall briefly represent in the following Particulars.
Which I shall briefly represent in the following Particulars.
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1. It ought to be received with the greatest and most Hearty Thankfulness and Praise for so great a Favour:
1. It ought to be received with the greatest and most Hearty Thankfulness and Praise for so great a Favour:
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Whenever we think of this it should excite our devout Admiration and Praise:
Whenever we think of this it should excite our devout Admiration and Praise:
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Well may that do so which has in it the most unfathomable Depths of Miracle and of Love:
Well may that do so which has in it the most unfathomable Depths of Miracle and of Love:
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And indeed the least instance of Love in him, to such as we were become, had been Miracle all over, much more is this so.
And indeed the least instance of Love in him, to such as we were become, had been Miracle all over, much more is this so.
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It should stir up all that is within us to Glorifie and Praise God the Father, Son,
It should stir up all that is within us to glorify and Praise God the Father, Son,
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and Holy Ghost for our glorious Redemption;
and Holy Ghost for our glorious Redemption;
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and when we have done all we can, we must say this Instance of Divine Mercy is exalted above all Blessing and Praise.
and when we have done all we can, we must say this Instance of Divine Mercy is exalted above all Blessing and Praise.
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Certainly the greatest Thankfulness we can render is due for this, That the Great God whom we had offended, should concern himself still to do us Kindnesses!
Certainly the greatest Thankfulness we can render is due for this, That the Great God whom we had offended, should concern himself still to do us Kindnesses!
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That he should take care to Save those who had very guiltily destroy'd themselves, had thrown away the Happiness he gave them,
That he should take care to Save those who had very guiltily destroyed themselves, had thrown away the Happiness he gave them,
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and despised all the Mighty Benefits which he had bestowed upon them! That the offended Justice of God would accept of an Atonement for our Sins!
and despised all the Mighty Benefits which he had bestowed upon them! That the offended justice of God would accept of an Atonement for our Sins!
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And yet there is more Wonder in our Redemption; for he found out, he appointed the way of that Atonement which was made!
And yet there is more Wonder in our Redemption; for he found out, he appointed the Way of that Atonement which was made!
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And yet there is more Wonder; For God himself, the Second Person of the Trinity, made the Atonement!
And yet there is more Wonder; For God himself, the Second Person of the Trinity, made the Atonement!
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And for this it was, that he took upon him the Humane Nature, that he was born of a Woman, made under the Law,
And for this it was, that he took upon him the Humane Nature, that he was born of a Woman, made under the Law,
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and took upon him the Form of a Servant:
and took upon him the From of a Servant:
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He came to Dye for our Sins, and to give us Life by his Precious and Meritorious Death!
He Come to Die for our Sins, and to give us Life by his Precious and Meritorious Death!
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Behold here the Love of a God! How Divine! How Supreme! How exceeding all other Love!
Behold Here the Love of a God! How Divine! How Supreme! How exceeding all other Love!
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Let each Heart, then, filled with Joy and Wonder, pour out its Thankful Praises, and say, Glory to God on High,
Let each Heart, then, filled with Joy and Wonder, pour out its Thankful Praises, and say, Glory to God on High,
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for Peace on Earth, and Good Will towards Men:
for Peace on Earth, and Good Will towards Men:
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Let all the numerous Hosts of Mighty Angels Praise him: Let all his Works in all places of his Dominions Praise him:
Let all the numerous Hosts of Mighty Angels Praise him: Let all his Works in all places of his Dominions Praise him:
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Let every thing that hath Breath Praise the Lord. Praise the Lord, O my Soul;
Let every thing that hath Breath Praise the Lord. Praise the Lord, Oh my Soul;
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This is the day which the Lord hath made, we will be glad and rejoyce therein. This is the day which the Lord hath made, we will be glad and rejoice therein.
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We should spend much time (when we Celebrate this Venerable Festival especially) in Meditations on this great Instance of Divine Love, to affect our Hearts with it, to excite our Praises for it,
We should spend much time (when we Celebrate this Venerable Festival especially) in Meditations on this great Instance of Divine Love, to affect our Hearts with it, to excite our Praises for it,
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and to dispose our selves to make such returns of Thankfulness as may be in some measure suitable to it.
and to dispose our selves to make such returns of Thankfulness as may be in Some measure suitable to it.
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2. The Truth of this Saying in the Text, That Christ Jesus came into the World to save Sinners, does most absolutely and indispensibly require of all that hear it, That they do earnestly desire and seek the Salvation which he came to bestow.
2. The Truth of this Saying in the Text, That christ jesus Come into the World to save Sinners, does most absolutely and Indispensibly require of all that hear it, That they do earnestly desire and seek the Salvation which he Come to bestow.
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There is also too much necessity to urge this: The Salvation which he came to bestow, is generally neglected and slighted among Men.
There is also too much necessity to urge this: The Salvation which he Come to bestow, is generally neglected and slighted among Men.
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He came, indeed, partly to restore us to a right to the good things of this World,
He Come, indeed, partly to restore us to a right to the good things of this World,
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and to a Blessed and Comfortable Enjoyment of them;
and to a Blessed and Comfortable Enjoyment of them;
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and this is acceptable to us, this our Carnal Minds can greedily seek and desire, and this we could afford to thank him for:
and this is acceptable to us, this our Carnal Minds can greedily seek and desire, and this we could afford to thank him for:
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Like the Wretched Jews, we are all for a Temporal Deliverer: We could value a Saviour that would make us Great and Rich in this World.
Like the Wretched jews, we Are all for a Temporal Deliverer: We could valve a Saviour that would make us Great and Rich in this World.
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But this is the least part of his Salvation, and of no compare with the rest:
But this is the least part of his Salvation, and of no compare with the rest:
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He came to Save his People from their Sins;
He Come to Save his People from their Sins;
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to deliver us from the Practice of Sin, as well as from the Guilt of it;
to deliver us from the Practice of since, as well as from the Gilded of it;
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to deliver us from Eternal Miseries, rather than from Temporal Afflictions;
to deliver us from Eternal Misery's, rather than from Temporal Afflictions;
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to bestow upon us Eternal Riches and Pleasures, even the Felicities of Heaven, rather than an abundance of this Worlds Goods.
to bestow upon us Eternal Riches and Pleasures, even the Felicities of Heaven, rather than an abundance of this World's Goods.
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And these are the things we should chiefly covet and desire:
And these Are the things we should chiefly covet and desire:
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We should hunger and thirst after Righteousness, and long for an assured Interest in the Kingdom of Heaven:
We should hunger and thirst After Righteousness, and long for an assured Interest in the Kingdom of Heaven:
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These are the things that cost him so Dear;
These Are the things that cost him so Dear;
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so small a matter as a Temporal Worldly Felicity might have been much more easily and cheaply purchased.
so small a matter as a Temporal Worldly Felicity might have been much more Easily and cheaply purchased.
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If we do not seek these Spiritual and Eternal Benefits, we slight and despise them;
If we do not seek these Spiritual and Eternal Benefits, we slight and despise them;
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and then we do most ungratefully despise the Love that has done so much to obtain them for us.
and then we do most ungratefully despise the Love that has done so much to obtain them for us.
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If we are more concerned to rule the World than to govern our selves;
If we Are more concerned to Rule the World than to govern our selves;
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to bring all things to our own Humour, than to subdue our own Will and deny our selves:
to bring all things to our own Humour, than to subdue our own Will and deny our selves:
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If we are more concern'd to conquer outward and Temporal Enemies, than inward and Spiritual ones,
If we Are more concerned to conquer outward and Temporal Enemies, than inward and Spiritual ones,
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and to bring the Church to a worldly Prosperity, than to attain the future Celestial Happiness reserved for the Saints:
and to bring the Church to a worldly Prosperity, than to attain the future Celestial Happiness reserved for the Saints:
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We have, then, like the Jews, another sort of Salvation in our Designs and Hopes,
We have, then, like the jews, Another sort of Salvation in our Designs and Hope's,
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than that which Christ Jesus came to bestow, and which cost him so Dear, and we neglect and despise his Salvation.
than that which christ jesus Come to bestow, and which cost him so Dear, and we neglect and despise his Salvation.
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This is, then, a course of Practice quite contrary to a due and meet Reception of this Truth.
This is, then, a course of Practice quite contrary to a due and meet Reception of this Truth.
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We may perhaps in such a way think our selves possessed with a mighty Zeal for Jesus Christ,
We may perhaps in such a Way think our selves possessed with a mighty Zeal for jesus christ,
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and for his Kingdom and Interest, but alas this is only a Blind, and Carnal, and a Selfish Zeal for our own worldly Interest and Tranquility.
and for his Kingdom and Interest, but alas this is only a Blind, and Carnal, and a Selfish Zeal for our own worldly Interest and Tranquillity.
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3. Lastly, This Truth requires of us, that we accept of Jesus as he is offered to us in the Gospel, that is, That we receive him as Christ;
3. Lastly, This Truth requires of us, that we accept of jesus as he is offered to us in the Gospel, that is, That we receive him as christ;
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and in this way we must expect and desire to be partakers of his Salvation.
and in this Way we must expect and desire to be partakers of his Salvation.
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We must seek and embrace it upon his own Terms, or else we do not rightly value nor desire it.
We must seek and embrace it upon his own Terms, or Else we do not rightly valve nor desire it.
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Now the better to represent this, I must mention and insist a little upon the Particulars it contains.
Now the better to represent this, I must mention and insist a little upon the Particulars it contains.
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We must know, then, that the Name Christ, is the Name of his Office as our Mediator, that it signifies the Anointed One;
We must know, then, that the Name christ, is the Name of his Office as our Mediator, that it signifies the Anointed One;
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that He is the Eminently Anointed One, and possesses the Gifts, and is endowed with the Offices to which Men were wont to be designed and set apart, by anointing according to God's appointment and direction.
that He is the Eminently Anointed One, and Possesses the Gifts, and is endowed with the Offices to which Men were wont to be designed and Set apart, by anointing according to God's appointment and direction.
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He is then to be look'd upon as Prophet, Priest, and King, and as such we ought to receive and submit to him.
He is then to be looked upon as Prophet, Priest, and King, and as such we ought to receive and submit to him.
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Let us see what each of these does include. As a Prophet, He has publish'd the Will of God to Mankind;
Let us see what each of these does include. As a Prophet, He has published the Will of God to Mankind;
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Has given us Rules of Life and Immortality, the Divine Instructions which are able to make Men wise unto Salvation;
Has given us Rules of Life and Immortality, the Divine Instructions which Are able to make Men wise unto Salvation;
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and Happy is the Man that learns and observes them.
and Happy is the Man that learns and observes them.
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Now to receive and submit to him as a Prophet and Teacher come from God, we must regard and learn his Instructions, we must lay them up in our Minds,
Now to receive and submit to him as a Prophet and Teacher come from God, we must regard and Learn his Instructions, we must lay them up in our Minds,
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and resolve to adhere to them in our Practice; so we must become his Disciples. When he says, Blessed are the Poor in Spirit; Blessed are the Meek; Blessed are the Peaceable;
and resolve to adhere to them in our Practice; so we must become his Disciples. When he Says, Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit; Blessed Are the Meek; Blessed Are the Peaceable;
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Blessed are the Pure in Heart; we must believe that Piety and Vertue are the Paths of true Happiness:Blessed Are the Pure in Heart; we must believe that Piety and Virtue Are the Paths of true Happiness:
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That a Man may be more Happy in a great measure of these, than in a great Abundance of Worldly Goods.
That a Man may be more Happy in a great measure of these, than in a great Abundance of Worldly Goods.
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When he says, What shall it profit a Man to gain the whole World and lose his Soul:
When he Says, What shall it profit a Man to gain the Whole World and loose his Soul:
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We must believe, that to do thus, were to make a very foolish Bargain. When he says, Blessed are they that suffer Persecution for Righteousness sake;
We must believe, that to do thus, were to make a very foolish Bargain. When he Says, Blessed Are they that suffer Persecution for Righteousness sake;
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we must believe, it shall be better and happier for us to bear our wrongful Sufferings patiently,
we must believe, it shall be better and Happier for us to bear our wrongful Sufferings patiently,
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and commit our Cause to God, than to Rebel against his Providence and his Laws, and be guilty in resisting and opposing them.
and commit our Cause to God, than to Rebel against his Providence and his Laws, and be guilty in resisting and opposing them.
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Thus are we to receive him as a Prophet, even by receiving his Divine Instructions and following them, however contrary they may seem to our present Interests,
Thus Are we to receive him as a Prophet, even by receiving his Divine Instructions and following them, however contrary they may seem to our present Interests,
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or to our dearest Inclinations, or to the most common and received Maxims and Practices of a wicked World.
or to our dearest Inclinations, or to the most Common and received Maxims and Practices of a wicked World.
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As a Priest, The Blessed Jesus offered Sacrifice, and made Atonement for the Sins of Men:As a Priest, The Blessed jesus offered Sacrifice, and made Atonement for the Sins of Men:
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He was himself in his Pure and Spotless Humane Nature, the accepted Sacrifice for our Sins, by his voluntary Death upon the Cross for us.
He was himself in his Pure and Spotless Humane Nature, the accepted Sacrifice for our Sins, by his voluntary Death upon the Cross for us.
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And having thus made Satisfaction for our Sins by the Blood of his Cross, as the Scripture speaks, He is ascended into Heaven,
And having thus made Satisfaction for our Sins by the Blood of his Cross, as the Scripture speaks, He is ascended into Heaven,
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as into the Holy of Holies, there to make continual Intercession for us; and from thence to pour down Spiritual Gifts and Blessings upon us.
as into the Holy of Holies, there to make continual Intercession for us; and from thence to pour down Spiritual Gifts and Blessings upon us.
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We must, then, own him as our Great High Priest; Believe and rely upon the Sufficiency of his Sacrifice;
We must, then, own him as our Great High Priest; Believe and rely upon the Sufficiency of his Sacrifice;
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and seek and expect all necessary Favour and Mercy from God upon his Account.
and seek and expect all necessary Favour and Mercy from God upon his Account.
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We must acknowledge our selves Unworthy to receive any good thing from God, and therefore ask all in his Name:
We must acknowledge our selves Unworthy to receive any good thing from God, and Therefore ask all in his Name:
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We must acknowledge our selves unworthy to present any Service that may be acceptable upon its own account,
We must acknowledge our selves unworthy to present any Service that may be acceptable upon its own account,
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and therefore must present and offer all in his Name, as the Scripture directs, Coloss. 3.17. relying upon his Merits and Intercession alone for our Acceptance and Reward.
and Therefore must present and offer all in his Name, as the Scripture directs, Coloss. 3.17. relying upon his Merits and Intercession alone for our Acceptance and Reward.
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As a King, The Lord Jesus has given us Laws;As a King, The Lord jesus has given us Laws;
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He has established and reinforced the Moral Law of the Ten Commandments to be the Rule of our Thoughts, Words and Actions:
He has established and reinforced the Moral Law of the Ten commandments to be the Rule of our Thoughts, Words and Actions:
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He has appointed Officers and Governours in his Church:
He has appointed Officers and Governors in his Church:
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He Conquers and Subdues his Enemies, that is, the Enemies of our Salvation, the Devil and those Wicked Lusts which reign in the Hearts of Men, and War against their Souls:
He Conquers and Subdues his Enemies, that is, the Enemies of our Salvation, the devil and those Wicked Lustiest which Reign in the Hearts of Men, and War against their Souls:
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And as a King, He will hereafter, at the Last Day, Judge the World in Righteousness,
And as a King, He will hereafter, At the Last Day, Judge the World in Righteousness,
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and give to every Man according to his Works. To receive him, then, as Christ, being to receive him as King:
and give to every Man according to his Works. To receive him, then, as christ, being to receive him as King:
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This requires further of us, that we set our selves to study, and learn, and obey his Laws:
This requires further of us, that we Set our selves to study, and Learn, and obey his Laws:
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That we renounce the Devil and all his Works:
That we renounce the devil and all his Works:
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That we fight against those Lusts and Wickednesses in our selves, which He came to destroy.
That we fight against those Lustiest and Wickednesses in our selves, which He Come to destroy.
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We must resolve and endeavour a Constant, Universal and Sincere Obedience to his Commands.
We must resolve and endeavour a Constant, Universal and Sincere obedience to his Commands.
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We must Dread and Expect, Prepare for and so Desire his Coming at the Last Day, to Judge the World.
We must Dread and Expect, Prepare for and so Desire his Coming At the Last Day, to Judge the World.
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And let this be also well consider'd, That the submitting to Him as King, requires that we do also submit our selves to his Governours in the Church, and obey their Laws:
And let this be also well considered, That the submitting to Him as King, requires that we do also submit our selves to his Governors in the Church, and obey their Laws:
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For their Laws are his Laws, when they are founded upon the General Rules which he has given them to Rule his Church by,
For their Laws Are his Laws, when they Are founded upon the General Rules which he has given them to Rule his Church by,
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and when they are not contrary to any of his Express Laws. It is Rebellion against his Kingly Office, to refuse to obey them in things Lawful,
and when they Are not contrary to any of his Express Laws. It is Rebellion against his Kingly Office, to refuse to obey them in things Lawful,
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as it is an Opposition and Affront to the Supreme Magistrate in a State, to resist and oppose a subordinate one when he Acts in his Office,
as it is an Opposition and Affront to the Supreme Magistrate in a State, to resist and oppose a subordinate one when he Acts in his Office,
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and exercises the Authority committed to him by the Supreme Magistrate.
and exercises the authority committed to him by the Supreme Magistrate.
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He himself has plainly taught us these things, in saying to those whom he had appointed to teach and govern his Church, He that heareth you heareth me,
He himself has plainly taught us these things, in saying to those whom he had appointed to teach and govern his Church, He that hears you hears me,
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and he that despiseth you despiseth me, Luke 10.16. Whoever does despise and oppose him that is sent, he does also despise and oppose him that sends him. To Conclude:and he that despises you despises me, Lycia 10.16. Whoever does despise and oppose him that is sent, he does also despise and oppose him that sends him. To Conclude:
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That we may perswade our selves to receive Jesus as Christ, and as a King over us,
That we may persuade our selves to receive jesus as christ, and as a King over us,
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Let us consider, How great Love he has shewn to us;
Let us Consider, How great Love he has shown to us;
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and from thence, as we may justly, conclude there can be nothing Harsh or Unreasonable in all his Commands:
and from thence, as we may justly, conclude there can be nothing Harsh or Unreasonable in all his Commands:
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He that came to Save, cannot give such Commands as would Hurt and Destroy; His Commandments are not Grievous.
He that Come to Save, cannot give such Commands as would Hurt and Destroy; His commandments Are not Grievous.
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Let us Love him, then, and keep his Commandments, who loved us and gave them.
Let us Love him, then, and keep his commandments, who loved us and gave them.
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Let us consider too, That he will be a Prince where he is a Saviour: That 'tis the required Condition of his being the Author of Salvation to us, that we Obey him. He will not,
Let us Consider too, That he will be a Prince where he is a Saviour: That it's the required Condition of his being the Author of Salvation to us, that we Obey him. He will not,
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then, be a Priest, or intercede for those who will not receive him as a King.
then, be a Priest, or intercede for those who will not receive him as a King.
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Lastly, Let us consider, That he will Punish as well as Save;
Lastly, Let us Consider, That he will punish as well as Save;
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He will come again in Glory to Judge both the Quick and the Dead, and will then reward every Man according to his Works:
He will come again in Glory to Judge both the Quick and the Dead, and will then reward every Man according to his Works:
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And as he will say to those that have sincerely obey'd him, Well done Good and Faithful Servants, Enter ye into your Master's Joy:
And as he will say to those that have sincerely obeyed him, Well done Good and Faithful Servants, Enter you into your Masters Joy:
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So he will say of them that would not submit and obey, As for those mine Enemies, who would not that I should reign over them, bring them forth and slay them before me.
So he will say of them that would not submit and obey, As for those mine Enemies, who would not that I should Reign over them, bring them forth and slay them before me.
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He came the first time into the World to Save Sinners, and will come a second time to Condemn them.
He Come the First time into the World to Save Sinners, and will come a second time to Condemn them.
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And they that are not duly affected with the Love and Kindness of his first Coming,
And they that Are not duly affected with the Love and Kindness of his First Coming,
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so as to value the Favours he came to bestow, and to seek them, and comply with his Terms of Salvation,
so as to valve the Favours he Come to bestow, and to seek them, and comply with his Terms of Salvation,
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and give up themselves to him who has given himself for us, these must needs expect to find a great deal of terrible Wrath against them when he comes again, And these shall then go away into Everlasting Punishment,
and give up themselves to him who has given himself for us, these must needs expect to find a great deal of terrible Wrath against them when he comes again, And these shall then go away into Everlasting Punishment,
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but the Righteous into Life Eternal. but the Righteous into Life Eternal.
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Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, One God, Blessed for evermore, be all Honour and Glory World without End.
Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, One God, Blessed for evermore, be all Honour and Glory World without End.
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THE PRAYER. O Eternal, Infinite, and Incomprehensible God; Thou art worthy of all Reverence and Fear, of all Adoration and Praise.
THE PRAYER. Oh Eternal, Infinite, and Incomprehensible God; Thou art worthy of all reverence and fear, of all Adoration and Praise.
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Thy Greatness is unsearchable and awful, and thy Goodness is a Depth which no Humane Wit can fathom, which no Praises of Men or Angels can reach.
Thy Greatness is unsearchable and awful, and thy goodness is a Depth which no Humane Wit can fathom, which no Praises of Men or Angels can reach.
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How gloriously hast thou shewn this in the Creatures which thou hast made, whom thou madest to exercise thy great Goodness upon them!
How gloriously hast thou shown this in the Creatures which thou hast made, whom thou Madest to exercise thy great goodness upon them!
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But Oh how much more does it shine in thy Favour towards Sinners, in that thou doest good to the Unthankful and the Evil, thou continuest kind to those that have abused thy Goodness and Favour!
But O how much more does it shine in thy Favour towards Sinners, in that thou dost good to the Unthankful and the Evil, thou Continuest kind to those that have abused thy goodness and Favour!
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And especially is it wonderful, O Lord, in thy Gracious Concern to Save us; in that Jesus Christ came into the World to Save Sinners!
And especially is it wondered, Oh Lord, in thy Gracious Concern to Save us; in that jesus christ Come into the World to Save Sinners!
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The Son of God took our Nature upon him, and was, as at this time, born of a Virgin, that by a Holy and Blameless Life on Earth, he might set us an encouraging Example of Holiness;
The Son of God took our Nature upon him, and was, as At this time, born of a Virgae, that by a Holy and Blameless Life on Earth, he might Set us an encouraging Exampl of Holiness;
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that he might purchase for us, who are not capable of any such Merit, the Happy Rewards of Righteousness;
that he might purchase for us, who Are not capable of any such Merit, the Happy Rewards of Righteousness;
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and that he might, by dying an Innocent Death, die a Sacrifice for our Sins,
and that he might, by dying an Innocent Death, die a Sacrifice for our Sins,
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as a Lamb without Spot, so to procure Mercy, and Pardon, and Salvation, for us Miserable Unworthy Creatures.
as a Lamb without Spot, so to procure Mercy, and Pardon, and Salvation, for us Miserable Unworthy Creatures.
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Oh that we could be deeply sensible of Redeeming Love!
O that we could be deeply sensible of Redeeming Love!
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Give us, O Lord, such a due Sense of all thy Mercies, that our Hearts may be unfeignedly Thankful,
Give us, Oh Lord, such a due Sense of all thy mercies, that our Hearts may be unfeignedly Thankful,
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and that we may shew forth thy Praise, not only with our Lips, but in our Lives.
and that we may show forth thy Praise, not only with our Lips, but in our Lives.
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Make us, therefore, to give up our selves to thy Service, to set our selves to live to thee, to Please and to Honour thee, by walking before thee in Righteousness and Holiness all the Days of our Lives.
Make us, Therefore, to give up our selves to thy Service, to Set our selves to live to thee, to Please and to Honour thee, by walking before thee in Righteousness and Holiness all the Days of our Lives.
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Oh Lord let the Remembrance of thy Love be quick and lively in us; Let it always be very Powerful and Strong;
O Lord let the Remembrance of thy Love be quick and lively in us; Let it always be very Powerful and Strong;
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Let it kindle in our Hearts an Ardent Love of thee;
Let it kindle in our Hearts an ardent Love of thee;
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Let such a Flame, we pray thee, be at this Season either kindled or greatly increased.
Let such a Flame, we pray thee, be At this Season either kindled or greatly increased.
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Let Love to thee cleanse and refine us from all our Dross of Carnality and Inordinate Love of the World and Sensible Objects.
Let Love to thee cleanse and refine us from all our Dross of Carnality and Inordinate Love of the World and Sensible Objects.
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Let us, from what he has done for us, account nothing too much that we can do for him.
Let us, from what he has done for us, account nothing too much that we can do for him.
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And since we ought to desire and seek the Blessings that he came to purchase for us,
And since we ought to desire and seek the Blessings that he Come to purchase for us,
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Behold, O Lord, we do desire them:
Behold, Oh Lord, we do desire them:
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At this time we earnestly Pray for the Pardon of all our Sins, for the Grace of true Repentance:
At this time we earnestly Pray for the Pardon of all our Sins, for the Grace of true Repentance:
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We Pray that we being Regenerate, and made thy Children by Adoption and Grace, may daily be renewed by thy Holy Spirit.
We Pray that we being Regenerate, and made thy Children by Adoption and Grace, may daily be renewed by thy Holy Spirit.
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Lord increase and strengthen our Faith in him, as able and willing to Save us; bring us into a willing Subjection to him as a King to Rule us:
Lord increase and strengthen our Faith in him, as able and willing to Save us; bring us into a willing Subjection to him as a King to Rule us:
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Open our Hearts to receive his Wise and Heavenly Doctrins, that we may regard him as a Prophet and Master to teach us.
Open our Hearts to receive his Wise and Heavenly Doctrines, that we may regard him as a Prophet and Master to teach us.
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So make us ready to receive him, as he is offered to us in the Gospel, that by him we may at last obtain the final and compleat Salvation of our Souls.
So make us ready to receive him, as he is offered to us in the Gospel, that by him we may At last obtain the final and complete Salvation of our Souls.
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And we Pray that this Faithful and True Saying, which is worthy of all Acceptation, may be known and be accepted in all the World.
And we Pray that this Faithful and True Saying, which is worthy of all Acceptation, may be known and be accepted in all the World.
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That the People may Praise thee, O God, that all the People may Praise thee, and be Bless'd in partaking of thy Salvation.
That the People may Praise thee, Oh God, that all the People may Praise thee, and be Blessed in partaking of thy Salvation.
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Grant thy Church an Abundance of Grace and Peace. In particular we recommend to thy Mercies, that part of it in which we dwell.
Grant thy Church an Abundance of Grace and Peace. In particular we recommend to thy mercies, that part of it in which we dwell.
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O Lord Pardon our manifold Transgressions, especially our too great Contempt of the Sound of thy Gospel,
O Lord Pardon our manifold Transgressions, especially our too great Contempt of the Found of thy Gospel,
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and that it has had no more Force, no better Acceptation among us.
and that it has had no more Force, no better Acceptation among us.
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O Lord deal not with us after our Sins, neither reward us according to our Iniquities.
O Lord deal not with us After our Sins, neither reward us according to our Iniquities.
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But according to that Infinite Mercy which gave thy Son to redeem Mankind, give us Repentance for our Sins, a full Pardon of them,
But according to that Infinite Mercy which gave thy Son to Redeem Mankind, give us Repentance for our Sins, a full Pardon of them,
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and deliver us from all the Evils which we most righteously have deserved. Continue to us our Wise, Just, and Gracious Governours:
and deliver us from all the Evils which we most righteously have deserved. Continue to us our Wise, Just, and Gracious Governors:
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Bless their Persons, and prosper all their Undertakings for thy Glory and our Welfare.
Bless their Persons, and prosper all their Undertakings for thy Glory and our Welfare.
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Lord grant, we pray thee, that the Word which we have heard this day, may have some power towards the cleansing us from all remainders of Evil,
Lord grant, we pray thee, that the Word which we have herd this day, may have Some power towards the cleansing us from all remainders of Evil,
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and the Advancing us in true Piety and Vertue.
and the Advancing us in true Piety and Virtue.
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Make us Peaceable and Obedient in our several Places to our several Superiors, and always to live to thy Glory.
Make us Peaceable and Obedient in our several Places to our several Superiors, and always to live to thy Glory.
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We humbly commit our selves to thy good Providence this Night:
We humbly commit our selves to thy good Providence this Night:
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We pray thee keep us in Safety, and make the Out-goings of the next Morning to Praise thee.
We pray thee keep us in Safety, and make the Outgoings of the next Morning to Praise thee.
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Hear us for thy Son Jesus Christ's sake, in his Words, saying, OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
Hear us for thy Son jesus Christ's sake, in his Words, saying, OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
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Thy Will be done, in Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily Bread.
Thy Will be done, in Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily Bred.
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And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us. And lead us not into Temptation;
And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us. And led us not into Temptation;
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But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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The Love of God the Father to Mankind, Illustrated and Applied. Let us Pray.
The Love of God the Father to Mankind, Illustrated and Applied. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. John 3.16. and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. John 3.16.
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For God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him, should not Perish, but have Everlasting Life.
For God so loved the World, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever Believeth in him, should not Perish, but have Everlasting Life.
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THE Holy Scriptures do abundantly testifie that there is but one God:
THE Holy Scriptures do abundantly testify that there is but one God:
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But they also speak of this God under the Names of Father, Son and Holy Ghost:
But they also speak of this God under the Names of Father, Son and Holy Ghost:
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And to each of these distinctly and severally do they afcribe the highest Titles of God,
And to each of these distinctly and severally do they afcribe the highest Titles of God,
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and the most incommunicable Properties of the Divine Nature:
and the most incommunicable Properties of the Divine Nature:
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And these Three are spoken of in the Holy Scriptures, with as much distinction from one another,
And these Three Are spoken of in the Holy Scriptures, with as much distinction from one Another,
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as we are wont to speak of three Persons.
as we Are wont to speak of three Persons.
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From hence the Scriptures constrain us to believe that there are Three Persons in the One God,
From hence the Scriptures constrain us to believe that there Are Three Persons in the One God,
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or three personal Differences in the same Divine Nature.
or three personal Differences in the same Divine Nature.
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Now tho' this be a Mystery which our Reason cannot comprehend, yet is it very reasonable to believe it,
Now though this be a Mystery which our Reason cannot comprehend, yet is it very reasonable to believe it,
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when God himself has taught it us in the Book of his Revelations.
when God himself has taught it us in the Book of his Revelations.
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And tho' we must herein believe that of God, which we cannot find to be agreeable to any other sort of Being,
And though we must herein believe that of God, which we cannot find to be agreeable to any other sort of Being,
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yet methinks it should be no difficulty to perswade our selves to do so.
yet methinks it should be no difficulty to persuade our selves to do so.
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For as there is but one God, there is not any other such a Being as he besides himself;
For as there is but one God, there is not any other such a Being as he beside himself;
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and then we may very rationally and justly ascribe to him such a sort of Existence and Being as cannot belong to any thing else.
and then we may very rationally and justly ascribe to him such a sort of Existence and Being as cannot belong to any thing Else.
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And if I must believe any thing to be Peculiar and Singular in the One Only God, I know not why I may not as well believe this as any thing else.
And if I must believe any thing to be Peculiar and Singular in the One Only God, I know not why I may not as well believe this as any thing Else.
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Thus I have laid a Foundation for the right Understanding of our present Text. These words are spoken of the first Person in this Glorious Trinity, who is God the Father.
Thus I have laid a Foundation for the right Understanding of our present Text. These words Are spoken of the First Person in this Glorious Trinity, who is God the Father.
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They are design'd to represent and magnifie his inestimable Love, in appointing and allowing the Redemption of the World by our Lord Jesus Christ.
They Are designed to represent and magnify his inestimable Love, in appointing and allowing the Redemption of the World by our Lord jesus christ.
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I shall not need either for Explication or Improvement of this Text, to insist upon a long Account of the Occasion or Connexion of it.
I shall not need either for Explication or Improvement of this Text, to insist upon a long Account of the Occasion or Connexion of it.
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And it should be no wonder, if, when the Great and Glorious Subject of these words is design'd to be the Subject of our Meditations, we should fall even abruptly into it,
And it should be no wonder, if, when the Great and Glorious Subject of these words is designed to be the Subject of our Meditations, we should fallen even abruptly into it,
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and not be able to detain our Thoughts in Preface and Preparatory Discourse. God so loved the World:
and not be able to detain our Thoughts in Preface and Preparatory Discourse. God so loved the World:
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God the Father, Creator of all things sufficient to himself, and Debtor to none of his Creatures.
God the Father, Creator of all things sufficient to himself, and Debtor to none of his Creatures.
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He so loved: So, beyond Comparison or Expression; this Instance of his Love has no Parallel;
He so loved: So, beyond Comparison or Expression; this Instance of his Love has no Parallel;
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no Comparison can be made of it, but what would diminish and disparage it; neither can the Tongues of any Creatures sufficiently extol it.
no Comparison can be made of it, but what would diminish and disparage it; neither can the Tongues of any Creatures sufficiently extol it.
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He so Loved the World: Our Lord opposes this to the common Mistake of the Jews, which 'tis not unlikely Nicodemus, to whom he spake these words, might be possessed with;
He so Loved the World: Our Lord opposes this to the Common Mistake of the jews, which it's not unlikely Nicodemus, to whom he spoke these words, might be possessed with;
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which was, that the Nations of the World should not only not be Redeem'd by the Messias,
which was, that the nations of the World should not only not be Redeemed by the Messias,
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but should moreover be subdued and destroy'd.
but should moreover be subdued and destroyed.
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He therefore intimates, that the Son is given for all, and that whosoever they be, whether Jews or Gentiles, that shall believe in him, they shall not Perish, but shall have Everlasting Life.
He Therefore intimates, that the Son is given for all, and that whosoever they be, whither jews or Gentiles, that shall believe in him, they shall not Perish, but shall have Everlasting Life.
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Now to enter, as far as our weak Minds can go, into the Love of God the Father,
Now to enter, as Far as our weak Minds can go, into the Love of God the Father,
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as expressed in what is here said of it, and as far as the time will give leave:
as expressed in what is Here said of it, and as Far as the time will give leave:
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Let us consider particularly these four things concerning it, which are proposed to our Consideration in the Text. 1. The Person who is said to have Loved. 2. Who they are that are so Loved,
Let us Consider particularly these four things Concerning it, which Are proposed to our Consideration in the Text. 1. The Person who is said to have Loved. 2. Who they Are that Are so Loved,
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as the Text speaks. 3. The Gift or Exercise of that his Love to them. 4. The Term or Condition of their partakeing in that Gift,
as the Text speaks. 3. The Gift or Exercise of that his Love to them. 4. The Term or Condition of their partaking in that Gift,
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and the Blessed Benefits of it: For in this also there is Evidence of very great Love.
and the Blessed Benefits of it: For in this also there is Evidence of very great Love.
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Let us begin with the first of these: To consider the Person who is here said to Love, that is, God the Father:
Let us begin with the First of these: To Consider the Person who is Here said to Love, that is, God the Father:
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Him we must consider as an Infinite Eternal Being;
Him we must Consider as an Infinite Eternal Being;
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as having in himself all Excellency and Perfection, and Infinitely exalted above all other things besides himself;
as having in himself all Excellency and Perfection, and Infinitely exalted above all other things beside himself;
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and therefore that 'tis Condescention in him to Love or take Care for any thing else.
and Therefore that it's Condescension in him to Love or take Care for any thing Else.
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There can be no Object worthy of his Love or Regard, but only his own Great and Glorious Self.
There can be no Object worthy of his Love or Regard, but only his own Great and Glorious Self.
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Again, We may consider him Sufficient to himself, one who is his own Happiness, who needs not any other Being to contribute any thing to his Felicity,
Again, We may Consider him Sufficient to himself, one who is his own Happiness, who needs not any other Being to contribute any thing to his Felicity,
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because he has all that he can desire in himself. So that he Loves other Beings, not to do himself any Good by Loving them,
Because he has all that he can desire in himself. So that he Loves other Beings, not to do himself any Good by Loving them,
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but to do them Good, not for his own Advantage but for theirs.
but to do them Good, not for his own Advantage but for theirs.
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And since he is the Creator of all things, and it is he who has given them whatever they have and are;
And since he is the Creator of all things, and it is he who has given them whatever they have and Are;
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it is not possible that they should return any Gain or Advantage to him; and he Loves Beings that are altogether Unprofitable as well as Unnecessary to him.
it is not possible that they should return any Gain or Advantage to him; and he Loves Beings that Are altogether Unprofitable as well as Unnecessary to him.
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Thus is his Love altogether Voluntary and Free, even in this great Expression of it; and this also greatly adds to it.
Thus is his Love altogether Voluntary and Free, even in this great Expression of it; and this also greatly adds to it.
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Therefore the Apostle insists upon this Consideration to Illustrate it. 1 John 3. Herein is Love (says he); not that we loved God;
Therefore the Apostle insists upon this Consideration to Illustrate it. 1 John 3. Herein is Love (Says he); not that we loved God;
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that is, Not that we had obliged or could oblige him by any Love or Benefits, But that he Loved us:
that is, Not that we had obliged or could oblige him by any Love or Benefits, But that he Loved us:
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And in the 19th Verse he says, He first Loved us. Of his own Motion is all his Love to us,
And in the 19th Verse he Says, He First Loved us. Of his own Motion is all his Love to us,
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and all the Exercises of it; it is as Free as it is Condescending.
and all the Exercises of it; it is as Free as it is Condescending.
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Whatever is here expressed he has done it, because he would do it, because he delights in doing Good.
Whatever is Here expressed he has done it, Because he would do it, Because he delights in doing Good.
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What he has done, is that which we did not deserve, yea, which we did not think of,
What he has done, is that which we did not deserve, yea, which we did not think of,
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or so much as ask for;
or so much as ask for;
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as there was indeed a great deal of Reason why such a thing as that should never enter into our Thoughts,
as there was indeed a great deal of Reason why such a thing as that should never enter into our Thoughts,
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and why we should never be able to expect such an Exercise of Divine Love towards us,
and why we should never be able to expect such an Exercise of Divine Love towards us,
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as will more appear in the following Considerations.
as will more appear in the following Considerations.
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In the second place, Let us consider who the Persons are that are here said to be Loved.
In the second place, Let us Consider who the Persons Are that Are Here said to be Loved.
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These are design'd under the Name of the World, which means the whole Race of Mankind, which are Polluted and Guilty,
These Are designed under the Name of the World, which means the Whole Raze of Mankind, which Are Polluted and Guilty,
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and so Obnoxious to Divine Wrath and Eternal Punishment.
and so Obnoxious to Divine Wrath and Eternal Punishment.
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And here we should consider that some of the Angels fell into Sin as well as Men;
And Here we should Consider that Some of the Angels fell into since as well as Men;
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that all of them were left to suffer the Punishment due to their Sins without any Remedy or Relief:
that all of them were left to suffer the Punishment due to their Sins without any Remedy or Relief:
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The Goodness of God gave way to the Execution of just and deserved Wrath and Vengeance upon them,
The goodness of God gave Way to the Execution of just and deserved Wrath and Vengeance upon them,
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but concerned and engaged him to Save us from our Lost Condition. The Redeemer took not on him the Nature of Angels, but of Men;
but concerned and engaged him to Save us from our Lost Condition. The Redeemer took not on him the Nature of Angels, but of Men;
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for us Men, and for our Salvation only, did he come down from Heaven.
for us Men, and for our Salvation only, did he come down from Heaven.
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Thus did those Noble Creatures, more excellent in their Nature than we, Perish without any help,
Thus did those Noble Creatures, more excellent in their Nature than we, Perish without any help,
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while a Mighty Saviour was allowed and provided for us.
while a Mighty Saviour was allowed and provided for us.
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Let us further consider what Mankind were, in the Condition which needed this Instance of the Father's Love.
Let us further Consider what Mankind were, in the Condition which needed this Instance of the Father's Love.
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Very Miserable indeed we were, and utterly Lost, there was no Help for us in our selves:
Very Miserable indeed we were, and utterly Lost, there was no Help for us in our selves:
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But besides this, we were extreamly Guilty, and our Destruction was wholly of our selves.
But beside this, we were extremely Guilty, and our Destruction was wholly of our selves.
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Let us enquire how ill we had deserved of God, when this Instance of his Favour was afforded us.
Let us inquire how ill we had deserved of God, when this Instance of his Favour was afforded us.
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To apprehend which, we must consider and know, that God had newly raised Man from the common Dust, had built the World for his Habitation,
To apprehend which, we must Consider and know, that God had newly raised Man from the Common Dust, had built the World for his Habitation,
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and abundantly furnish'd it with all things necessary to his Comfort and Happiness: God had honour'd him highly, in making him Lord of all this lower Creation:
and abundantly furnished it with all things necessary to his Comfort and Happiness: God had honoured him highly, in making him Lord of all this lower Creation:
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Man had his entire Being, all his noble Faculties, all his pleasant Enjoyments from the Creator's Bounty.
Man had his entire Being, all his noble Faculties, all his pleasant Enjoyments from the Creator's Bounty.
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Thus was he oblig'd, thus was he favour'd;
Thus was he obliged, thus was he favoured;
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yet he was unsensible of all this, it could not retain him in the Love and Esteem of his Creator,
yet he was unsensible of all this, it could not retain him in the Love and Esteem of his Creator,
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but upon a slight Temptation, and without any real Provocation or Necessity, he turn'd Enemy and Rebel against him.
but upon a slight Temptation, and without any real Provocation or Necessity, he turned Enemy and Rebel against him.
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St. Austin says, That first Sin was so much the Greater, in as much as it does contain in it all manner of Sin, ( Enchiridion, Cap. 45.) It was, says he,
Saint Austin Says, That First since was so much the Greater, in as much as it does contain in it all manner of since, (Enchiridion, Cap. 45.) It was, Says he,
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an Impudent Attempt upon the Majesty of God;
an Impudent Attempt upon the Majesty of God;
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for as much as in the Commission of it, Man thought to make himself a God,
for as much as in the Commission of it, Man Thought to make himself a God,
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and to become equal to him who had no Equal. It was Infidelity and Treason in a high degree;
and to become equal to him who had no Equal. It was Infidelity and Treason in a high degree;
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for as much as Man being in the Temptation, set as it were between God and the Devil, he believed the Devil rather than God,
for as much as Man being in the Temptation, Set as it were between God and the devil, he believed the devil rather than God,
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and took part with the Apostate Spirit, in shaking off the Yoke of due Obedience. It was also a vile Profanation of a Sacred thing, and an Impious Sacriledge;
and took part with the Apostate Spirit, in shaking off the Yoke of due obedience. It was also a vile Profanation of a Sacred thing, and an Impious Sacrilege;
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as Man violated in himself, thereby, that Angelical Purity which rendred his Soul the Temple of God.
as Man violated in himself, thereby, that Angelical Purity which rendered his Soul the Temple of God.
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It was a Murther and the greatest of Murthers;
It was a Murder and the greatest of Murders;
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for as much as the first Man slew therein not only himself, but also an innumerable Multitude of Men besides,
for as much as the First Man slew therein not only himself, but also an innumerable Multitude of Men beside,
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even all Mankind that were to descend from him.
even all Mankind that were to descend from him.
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It was a Theft and Robbery, in that Man stole as it were himself from God,
It was a Theft and Robbery, in that Man stole as it were himself from God,
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like a Slave that runs away from his Master. It was also a very guilty Covetousness;
like a Slave that runs away from his Master. It was also a very guilty Covetousness;
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Man desired that which was not his, which he had no Right to; It belong'd and was reserv'd to the great Owner and Lord of all things:
Man desired that which was not his, which he had no Right to; It belonged and was reserved to the great Owner and Lord of all things:
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And certainly it was the more guilty, because that Lord had given him so much besides,
And Certainly it was the more guilty, Because that Lord had given him so much beside,
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and but in this single Instance of Abstinence, requir'd from him a Testimony of his Gratitude and Submission.
and but in this single Instance of Abstinence, required from him a Testimony of his Gratitude and Submission.
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Thus does that Great Man justly aggravate that Sin; and he concludes at last, 'tis an unspeakable Sin;
Thus does that Great Man justly aggravate that since; and he concludes At last, it's an unspeakable since;
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'tis so vast a depth of Wickedness, as no words can fully fathom or express.
it's so vast a depth of Wickedness, as no words can Fully fathom or express.
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And yet it may be added further, that this Sin was a Source and Fountain to a great deal more:
And yet it may be added further, that this since was a Source and Fountain to a great deal more:
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It polluted the Humane Nature, and so occasion'd the innumerable Transgressions of Men throughout all Ages.
It polluted the Humane Nature, and so occasioned the innumerable Transgressions of Men throughout all Ages.
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And all the Wickedness which this plentiful Fountain would produce, God's Infinite Wisdom and Omniscience foresaw;
And all the Wickedness which this plentiful Fountain would produce, God's Infinite Wisdom and Omniscience foresaw;
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yet for all this he Loved the Guilty Rebellious Creatures; under such a vast Provocation he exercised Goodness and Compassion towards us:
yet for all this he Loved the Guilty Rebellious Creatures; under such a vast Provocation he exercised goodness and Compassion towards us:
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Thus was he amazingly Good to the Ʋnthankful and the Evil. And the Apostle to this matter says, Herein God commendeth his Love to us, in that while we were Sinners, Christ was appointed and design'd to die for us, Rom. 5.8.
Thus was he amazingly Good to the Ʋnthankful and the Evil. And the Apostle to this matter Says, Herein God commends his Love to us, in that while we were Sinners, christ was appointed and designed to die for us, Rom. 5.8.
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which is as much as to say, this thing greatly magnifies the Love of God to Mankind, that so great Favour was shewn to those who deserv'd so Ill.
which is as much as to say, this thing greatly Magnifies the Love of God to Mankind, that so great Favour was shown to those who deserved so Ill.
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In the third place let us, to apprehend and illustrate the Immense Love of God to Mankind, consider the Exercise of his Love, in the Gift which he gave to these Ill-deserving Rebels:
In the third place let us, to apprehend and illustrate the Immense Love of God to Mankind, Consider the Exercise of his Love, in the Gift which he gave to these Ill-deserving Rebels:
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What it was that he is here said to have Given. If it had been any one but the Great God that had been thus provok'd,
What it was that he is Here said to have Given. If it had been any one but the Great God that had been thus provoked,
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if he had not utterly refused ever to shew any more Kindness to such as had provok'd him,
if he had not utterly refused ever to show any more Kindness to such as had provoked him,
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yet some very small instance of Kindness should have served their turn;
yet Some very small instance of Kindness should have served their turn;
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and any one besides him would have made it appear, either in the unwilling Backwardness and Slowness of the Gift, or in the contemptible Littleness and Worthlesness of it, that he had retain'd a very deep Resentment of the Injury and Affront.
and any one beside him would have made it appear, either in the unwilling Backwardness and Slowness of the Gift, or in the contemptible Littleness and Worthlessness of it, that he had retained a very deep Resentment of the Injury and Affront.
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Thus would an offended Man be apt to deal with him that had offended him.
Thus would an offended Man be apt to deal with him that had offended him.
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But God, who is Love it self, as the Apostle speaks, who is indeed Infinite Love, no sooner saw us Miserable,
But God, who is Love it self, as the Apostle speaks, who is indeed Infinite Love, no sooner saw us Miserable,
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but he concern'd himself to help us; no sooner were we Lost, but he provided us a Saviour.
but he concerned himself to help us; no sooner were we Lost, but he provided us a Saviour.
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And it was no mean or inconsiderable Benefit which his Love then afforded us, but such as did perfectly reach our Necessity,
And it was no mean or inconsiderable Benefit which his Love then afforded us, but such as did perfectly reach our Necessity,
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and such as exceeds our Comprehension and Praise.
and such as exceeds our Comprehension and Praise.
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To make our selves the more sensible what the Gift of God to us was, in this our Guilty and Miserable Condition, we must particularly consider the Person that is given, in what Sense he is given;
To make our selves the more sensible what the Gift of God to us was, in this our Guilty and Miserable Condition, we must particularly Consider the Person that is given, in what Sense he is given;
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and to what Purpose or Effect, what are the Benefits and Advantages which are procur'd for us by him.
and to what Purpose or Effect, what Are the Benefits and Advantages which Are procured for us by him.
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1. The Person Given, is here said to be the Only Begotten Son of God:
1. The Person Given, is Here said to be the Only Begotten Son of God:
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To understand which Expression, we must know, that by an unspeakable Generation, full of Mystery and Wonder, God the Father does derive and communicate the Divine Essence and Nature to the Second Person in the Trinity, from all Eternity to all Eternity:
To understand which Expression, we must know, that by an unspeakable Generation, full of Mystery and Wonder, God the Father does derive and communicate the Divine Essence and Nature to the Second Person in the Trinity, from all Eternity to all Eternity:
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And he who has this derived and communicated Nature is God the Son. The Father is Originally God,
And he who has this derived and communicated Nature is God the Son. The Father is Originally God,
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as not having received his Eternal Being from any other:
as not having received his Eternal Being from any other:
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The Son is God of God, as having received his Godhead, or as being God by a Communication of the Divine Nature from the Father.
The Son is God of God, as having received his Godhead, or as being God by a Communication of the Divine Nature from the Father.
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This the Scripture speaks very plainly, John 5.26. As the Father hath Life in himself, an Independent Life, so hath he given to the Son to have Life in himself:
This the Scripture speaks very plainly, John 5.26. As the Father hath Life in himself, an Independent Life, so hath he given to the Son to have Life in himself:
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As the Father is the True and Living God, so hath he given to the Son to be the True and Living God.
As the Father is the True and Living God, so hath he given to the Son to be the True and Living God.
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Again, He that is the Son speaks thus of himself, I know him, that is, the Father, for I am from him, John 7.29.
Again, He that is the Son speaks thus of himself, I know him, that is, the Father, for I am from him, John 7.29.
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And he is the Only begotten Son of God as our Text speaks, because the Father did never communicate thus the Divine Essence to any besides him.
And he is the Only begotten Son of God as our Text speaks, Because the Father did never communicate thus the Divine Essence to any beside him.
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But this Person, then, who was given for us, is in his Nature equal to the Father in all the Excellency and Glory of the Deity;
But this Person, then, who was given for us, is in his Nature equal to the Father in all the Excellency and Glory of the Deity;
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therefore he is said to be the Brightness of his Glory, and the express Image of his Person, Heb. 1.3. This is the Glorious Gift mentioned in the Text!
Therefore he is said to be the Brightness of his Glory, and the express Image of his Person, Hebrew 1.3. This is the Glorious Gift mentioned in the Text!
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Even God was given for us Creatures!
Even God was given for us Creatures!
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He that is very God of very God! The Son in whom the Father is well pleased is given for those Creatures, with whom he was most justly displeased!
He that is very God of very God! The Son in whom the Father is well pleased is given for those Creatures, with whom he was most justly displeased!
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His Beloved Son for those he had just reason Eternally to Hate! 2 Let us now further observe, In what Sence he was given;
His beloved Son for those he had just reason Eternally to Hate! 2 Let us now further observe, In what Sense he was given;
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for this also is very considerable to this Purpose:
for this also is very considerable to this Purpose:
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Let us enquire what the Scripture means when it says, He gave his only begotten Son. Of this it speaks very strange and amazing,
Let us inquire what the Scripture means when it Says, He gave his only begotten Son. Of this it speaks very strange and amazing,
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as well as the most obliging things.
as well as the most obliging things.
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The Sum of what it says to this matter is this, That as the Son offer'd himself to be our Mediator,
The Sum of what it Says to this matter is this, That as the Son offered himself to be our Mediator,
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so the Father allow'd and permitted him to be so; and the Father appointed the way of his Redeeming us.
so the Father allowed and permitted him to be so; and the Father appointed the Way of his Redeeming us.
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He gave or appointed him to undergo the great Condescention and Abasement of taking our Nature upon him, that so what was done by him, might with Equity be imputed to us, to our Relief and Advantage,
He gave or appointed him to undergo the great Condescension and Abasement of taking our Nature upon him, that so what was done by him, might with Equity be imputed to us, to our Relief and Advantage,
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and we might be Saved in the same way that we were Lost; by the Righteousness and Merits of one, in our Nature, Covenanting with God for us,
and we might be Saved in the same Way that we were Lost; by the Righteousness and Merits of one, in our Nature, Covenanting with God for us,
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and performing fully the Conditions on his part of that Covenant, and by the Communication of an Holy and Renewed Nature from him to us.
and performing Fully the Conditions on his part of that Covenant, and by the Communication of an Holy and Renewed Nature from him to us.
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So the Son, who is God, became Man, The Word was made Flesh, and dwelt among us:
So the Son, who is God, became Man, The Word was made Flesh, and dwelled among us:
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He was made under the Law, to satisfie all the Demands of it in our Nature, which had broken and affronted it,
He was made under the Law, to satisfy all the Demands of it in our Nature, which had broken and affronted it,
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and he did this for our Advantage.
and he did this for our Advantage.
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He lived a Life of perfect and spotless Innocency, perform'd a perfect Obedience to the Law of God,
He lived a Life of perfect and spotless Innocency, performed a perfect obedience to the Law of God,
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and so merited on our behalf Everlasting Life, the Eternal Glorious Reward of perfect Obedience.
and so merited on our behalf Everlasting Life, the Eternal Glorious Reward of perfect obedience.
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But moreover, because Man had sinned, and was by his Guilt bound over to suffer the threatned Penalty of his despised Law;
But moreover, Because Man had sinned, and was by his Gilded bound over to suffer the threatened Penalty of his despised Law;
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therefore the Father appointed the Son to suffer Death for us, which was the Penalty threatned.
Therefore the Father appointed the Son to suffer Death for us, which was the Penalty threatened.
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Hence the Scripture says, God laid on him the Iniquities of us all, Isa. 53. and He was wounded for our Transgressions, he was bruised for our Iniquities;
Hence the Scripture Says, God laid on him the Iniquities of us all, Isaiah 53. and He was wounded for our Transgressions, he was Bruised for our Iniquities;
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the Chastisement of our Peace was upon him, and by his Stripes we are healed. the Chastisement of our Peace was upon him, and by his Stripes we Are healed.
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'Tis said, He was made a Curse for us, and that he was in his Death a Sacrifice and Propitiation for our Sins.
It's said, He was made a Curse for us, and that he was in his Death a Sacrifice and Propitiation for our Sins.
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All this he was by the Appointment of the Father, as well as by his own voluntary Choice:
All this he was by the Appointment of the Father, as well as by his own voluntary Choice:
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And thus the Father has well appear'd, indeed, to Love Mankind;
And thus the Father has well appeared, indeed, to Love Mankind;
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to account nothing too Dear or too Good to be given to our Benefit and Advantage,
to account nothing too Dear or too Good to be given to our Benefit and Advantage,
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when our Necessity does require it.
when our Necessity does require it.
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Upon these accounts it is fitly said, that God gave us, in giving his Son, his Person, his Merits, his Sufferings, his Death, his Glory;
Upon these accounts it is fitly said, that God gave us, in giving his Son, his Person, his Merits, his Sufferings, his Death, his Glory;
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since all these are appointed to be to our Relief and Advantage.
since all these Are appointed to be to our Relief and Advantage.
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3. And now we may easily see the Advantages and Benefits which are procur'd to us by this Gift, and are included in it:
3. And now we may Easily see the Advantages and Benefits which Are procured to us by this Gift, and Are included in it:
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They have been intimated already, and the Text expresses them, in saying, God gave his Son, that whosoever believes on him should not Perish, but have Everlasting Life:
They have been intimated already, and the Text Expresses them, in saying, God gave his Son, that whosoever believes on him should not Perish, but have Everlasting Life:
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We may have by him Deliverance from Eternal Wrath and Misery, and Advancement to Everlasting Glory and Happiness.
We may have by him Deliverance from Eternal Wrath and Misery, and Advancement to Everlasting Glory and Happiness.
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Thus does this mighty Gift in all respects declare an Infinite and Godlike Love in the Giver.
Thus does this mighty Gift in all respects declare an Infinite and Godlike Love in the Giver.
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As it was God that gave, he surely gave like himself, when God the Son was the Gift;
As it was God that gave, he surely gave like himself, when God the Son was the Gift;
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and when the Purpose and Effect for which he was given, is such a mighty Deliverance, and such an Advancement;
and when the Purpose and Effect for which he was given, is such a mighty Deliverance, and such an Advancement;
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when we are delivered from the Eternal Wrath of God to his Eternal Love; from having him our Enemy, to the having an Interest in him;
when we Are Delivered from the Eternal Wrath of God to his Eternal Love; from having him our Enemy, to the having an Interest in him;
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from the miserable want of all comfortable Communications from him, to the satisfying Enjoyment of himself.
from the miserable want of all comfortable Communications from him, to the satisfying Enjoyment of himself.
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Now when all this must be reckon'd into the Gift, how Glorious and Wonderful does it proclaim the Love of God to be!
Now when all this must be reckoned into the Gift, how Glorious and Wonderful does it proclaim the Love of God to be!
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This is the third thing proposed to be taken notice of in the Text, to illustrate and shew us the great Love of God the Father to Mankind:
This is the third thing proposed to be taken notice of in the Text, to illustrate and show us the great Love of God the Father to Mankind:
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And there remains yet another particular worth our observing to this purpose.
And there remains yet Another particular worth our observing to this purpose.
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In the Fourth place we must consider, the Easie and Gentle Terms and Conditions, on which he has determin'd to make us Partakers of this Divine unmeasurable Gift.
In the Fourth place we must Consider, the Easy and Gentle Terms and Conditions, on which he has determined to make us Partakers of this Divine unmeasurable Gift.
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This matter is expressed in these words, Whosoever believeth in Him: Such are they who shall not Perish, but have Everlasting Life.
This matter is expressed in these words, Whosoever Believeth in Him: Such Are they who shall not Perish, but have Everlasting Life.
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Faith in Jesus Christ is the gentle and reasonable Condition of our interest in him as a Mediator and Redeemer.
Faith in jesus christ is the gentle and reasonable Condition of our Interest in him as a Mediator and Redeemer.
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The Great God who might have been utterly irreconcilable to us, will be reconcil'd if we believe in his Son. If we believe the Sufficiency and Acceptance of his Sacrifice for the Sins of Men;
The Great God who might have been utterly irreconcilable to us, will be reconciled if we believe in his Son. If we believe the Sufficiency and Acceptance of his Sacrifice for the Sins of Men;
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if we believe the Merits of his Holy and Innocent Life; and if we rely upon him for our Salvation, as being Mighty to Save.
if we believe the Merits of his Holy and Innocent Life; and if we rely upon him for our Salvation, as being Mighty to Save.
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But then our Faith must make us humbly apply our selves to him for Salvation, we must indeed seek and desire the Salvation he has purchased, which very few do that yet think they do it:
But then our Faith must make us humbly apply our selves to him for Salvation, we must indeed seek and desire the Salvation he has purchased, which very few do that yet think they do it:
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The most of Men, to whom the Gospel is preached, do indeed slight the Salvation which it offers;
The most of Men, to whom the Gospel is preached, do indeed slight the Salvation which it offers;
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they Love and desire the good things of this World, more than the Happiness of Heaven,
they Love and desire the good things of this World, more than the Happiness of Heaven,
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and will venture upon Eternal Misery and Perdition, rather than not obtain or enjoy those things according to their Desire.
and will venture upon Eternal Misery and Perdition, rather than not obtain or enjoy those things according to their Desire.
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But our Faith must make us chiefly desire that Salvation, and value above all things the Delivery from Hell,
But our Faith must make us chiefly desire that Salvation, and valve above all things the Delivery from Hell,
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and a Right and Title to Everlasting Blessedness. And as it must seek these things of Jesus, the Christ and Son of God,
and a Right and Title to Everlasting Blessedness. And as it must seek these things of jesus, the christ and Son of God,
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and rely upon him as sufficiently able to bestow them;
and rely upon him as sufficiently able to bestow them;
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so it must devote and resign us to his Service and Conduct, it must be our purpose and constant Endeavour to live to him who died for us;
so it must devote and resign us to his Service and Conduct, it must be our purpose and constant Endeavour to live to him who died for us;
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and we must be Saved by him in his own way:
and we must be Saved by him in his own Way:
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He must Save us by ruling over us, by loosing the Bonds of Iniquity, and bringing us into the Happy Freedom of his Service.
He must Save us by ruling over us, by losing the Bonds of Iniquity, and bringing us into the Happy Freedom of his Service.
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And now how Reasonable and Easie is all this? He demands nothing herein, but what is very Just:
And now how Reasonable and Easy is all this? He demands nothing herein, but what is very Just:
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And his Demands condescend to the Weakness of our present Fallen State.
And his Demands condescend to the Weakness of our present Fallen State.
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If we do sincerely devote our selves to serve and obey Jesus Christ, and to keep his Commands, this shall be accepted;
If we do sincerely devote our selves to serve and obey jesus christ, and to keep his Commands, this shall be accepted;
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and the Merits of a perfect-Righteousness shall be bestow'd upon us, though we have not such an one of our own,
and the Merits of a perfect-Righteousness shall be bestowed upon us, though we have not such an one of our own,
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for the sake of his perfect Righteousness: Our unwilling Failings, and unavoidable Imperfections in our Duty, shall not Condemn us.
for the sake of his perfect Righteousness: Our unwilling Failings, and unavoidable Imperfections in our Duty, shall not Condemn us.
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Yea, which is more, All the willful and provoking Sins, committed in the time of our Rebellion, shall be forgiven and not remembred against us, upon our Repentance and Conversion to a Good Life.
Yea, which is more, All the wilful and provoking Sins, committed in the time of our Rebellion, shall be forgiven and not remembered against us, upon our Repentance and Conversion to a Good Life.
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Thus surely is our Pardon very easie to us, and attainable upon a very gentle Condition.
Thus surely is our Pardon very easy to us, and attainable upon a very gentle Condition.
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And certainly we cannot pretend that there is any Merit or Obligation in our Faith, were by to obtain so great Favour:
And Certainly we cannot pretend that there is any Merit or Obligation in our Faith, were by to obtain so great Favour:
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It is plainly nothing but the Infinite Goodness and Love of God, which makes it so Profitable to us.
It is plainly nothing but the Infinite goodness and Love of God, which makes it so Profitable to us.
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If by this we do attain Eternal Life, we must nevertheless confess, and say, 'tis the Gift of God through Jesus Christ.
If by this we do attain Eternal Life, we must nevertheless confess, and say, it's the Gift of God through jesus christ.
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It must be said, that by Grace we are Saved, when 'tis through our Faith that we are so.
It must be said, that by Grace we Are Saved, when it's through our Faith that we Are so.
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We are Saved without Mony, and without Price on our parts. O Bounteous and Wonderful Love!
We Are Saved without Money, and without Price on our parts. O Bounteous and Wondered Love!
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How well may it be said, God So Loved the World, as to give his Son for them;
How well may it be said, God So Loved the World, as to give his Son for them;
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without adding any Attempt to compare or express so matchless, so unspeakable a Love!
without adding any Attempt to compare or express so matchless, so unspeakable a Love!
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Let us dwell upon these things a while, and we cannot chuse but wonder at them!
Let us dwell upon these things a while, and we cannot choose but wonder At them!
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That he who was greatly Offended, and Infinitely above those that had offended him, should be concern'd to do them Kindness!
That he who was greatly Offended, and Infinitely above those that had offended him, should be concerned to do them Kindness!
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That he should Love those that Hated him, Value those that Despised and Affronted him,
That he should Love those that Hated him, Valve those that Despised and Affronted him,
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and contrive and appoint the means of delivering them from Death and Misery, who had deserv'd to receive these from his Just Vengeance, is a mighty Wonder!
and contrive and appoint the means of delivering them from Death and Misery, who had deserved to receive these from his Just Vengeance, is a mighty Wonder!
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And yet it adds to it further, That he should part with so Great, so Dear,
And yet it adds to it further, That he should part with so Great, so Dear,
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and so valuable a Person, as the only Begotten Son of God, to undertake their Deliverance:
and so valuable a Person, as the only Begotten Son of God, to undertake their Deliverance:
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That he should Abandon and Appoint him to so much Abasement, to Suffer, to Die for such as we!
That he should Abandon and Appoint him to so much Abasement, to Suffer, to Die for such as we!
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And then that he should permit us to be Partakers of Everlasting Joy and Felicity, upon so cheap and easie a Condition on our part,
And then that he should permit us to be Partakers of Everlasting Joy and Felicity, upon so cheap and easy a Condition on our part,
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and give us an Interest in the Merits and Satisfaction of the Redeemer, without any Merit of our own, compleats the Benefit and Favour,
and give us an Interest in the Merits and Satisfaction of the Redeemer, without any Merit of our own, completes the Benefit and Favour,
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and magnifies his Love to a vast and incomprehensible Extent:
and Magnifies his Love to a vast and incomprehensible Extent:
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It is a Bright and Glorious Love, very pleasant to consider, but has so great a Lustre,
It is a Bright and Glorious Love, very pleasant to Consider, but has so great a Lustre,
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as will Dazle and Confound us too, if with too bold and rash an Eye we gaze upon it.
as will Dazzle and Confound us too, if with too bold and rash an Eye we gaze upon it.
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Humble Admiration and Praise it abundantly requires of us.
Humble Admiration and Praise it abundantly requires of us.
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And now I come to Apply what has been said, in urging a due Use and Improvement of it:
And now I come to Apply what has been said, in urging a due Use and Improvement of it:
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For certainly such things as these ought never to be set before Men, without having some Influence and Effect upon them:
For Certainly such things as these ought never to be Set before Men, without having Some Influence and Effect upon them:
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What they ought to have on us, I shall briefly suggest in the following Particulars.
What they ought to have on us, I shall briefly suggest in the following Particulars.
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1. What has been said, should awaken and excite Careless Sinners to a Serious and Speedy Concern for their Salvation.
1. What has been said, should awaken and excite Careless Sinners to a Serious and Speedy Concern for their Salvation.
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Is the Great God so much concern'd to Save us, and should we have no Care, no Desire to be Saved? Is our Salvation purchased at a costly Rate,
Is the Great God so much concerned to Save us, and should we have no Care, no Desire to be Saved? Is our Salvation purchased At a costly Rate,
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and should Mankind have little Esteem of it, and account it a thing Unnecessary? It is offered upon reasonable and easie Terms,
and should Mankind have little Esteem of it, and account it a thing Unnecessary? It is offered upon reasonable and easy Terms,
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and should we refuse it? We refuse that great Salvation when we do not submit to the Terms of it:
and should we refuse it? We refuse that great Salvation when we do not submit to the Terms of it:
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We Despise it when we do not seek it;
We Despise it when we do not seek it;
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and then we Despise, we Affront the Infinite Love of God in what he has done to Save us.
and then we Despise, we Affront the Infinite Love of God in what he has done to Save us.
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But Oh how great an Addition is this to our Guilt! How unworthy a requital is it of the greatest Love!
But O how great an Addition is this to our Gilded! How unworthy a requital is it of the greatest Love!
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What a Madness to refuse and despise Salvation! What can be the Fate of such Men but to Perish!
What a Madness to refuse and despise Salvation! What can be the Fate of such Men but to Perish!
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As the Apostle justly says, How shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation! Heb. 2.3.
As the Apostle justly Says, How shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation! Hebrew 2.3.
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And then, as they must needs Perish, Let us consider too, how their Misery will be aggravated and heightned by these things as their Guilt now is.
And then, as they must needs Perish, Let us Consider too, how their Misery will be aggravated and heightened by these things as their Gilded now is.
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Will it not be a most terrible and tormenting Thought, to reflect, that the time was,
Will it not be a most terrible and tormenting Thought, to reflect, that the time was,
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when Heaven and all its Eternal Joy and Felicity was offered them upon easie and reasonable Terms,
when Heaven and all its Eternal Joy and Felicity was offered them upon easy and reasonable Terms,
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but they slighted and refused it! God proved himself desirous of their Happiness, and they despised his Love!
but they slighted and refused it! God proved himself desirous of their Happiness, and they despised his Love!
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It must needs wound the condemned Wretches, to think they have chosen their own Misery, they have undone themselves,
It must needs wound the condemned Wretches, to think they have chosen their own Misery, they have undone themselves,
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even against the Will of God, and in opposition to his endeavour (as we may say) to have Saved them.
even against the Will of God, and in opposition to his endeavour (as we may say) to have Saved them.
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To avoid then this unspeakable Misery, which they must otherwise fall into, and these terrible Lashes of their own enraged Minds;
To avoid then this unspeakable Misery, which they must otherwise fallen into, and these terrible Lashes of their own enraged Minds;
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Let all those who have hitherto neglected their Salvation, now and from henceforth apply themselves to seek and secure it.
Let all those who have hitherto neglected their Salvation, now and from henceforth apply themselves to seek and secure it.
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Let them take it while it is offered; seek it while it may be found; and make no delay to work out their own Salvation, because the time of Life,
Let them take it while it is offered; seek it while it may be found; and make no Delay to work out their own Salvation, Because the time of Life,
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and the precious day of Grace, is of very uncertain continuance; and if they do not secure their Salvation speedily, it may be lost for ever.
and the precious day of Grace, is of very uncertain Continuance; and if they do not secure their Salvation speedily, it may be lost for ever.
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2. The things which have been said of the Love of God to Mankind, may serve to Encourage and Animate the weak and staggering Faith of true Penitents.
2. The things which have been said of the Love of God to Mankind, may serve to Encourage and Animate the weak and staggering Faith of true Penitents.
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Sometimes with a Sence of our Sins, we are apt to entertain some Doubts and Fears of our obtaining Mercy and Pardon with God;
Sometime with a Sense of our Sins, we Are apt to entertain Some Doubts and Fears of our obtaining Mercy and Pardon with God;
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the Adversary who before tempted us to Presume, when he can no longer prevail that way, tempts to Despair:
the Adversary who before tempted us to Presume, when he can no longer prevail that Way, tempts to Despair:
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He perswades first to slight and neglect the Mercy of God, and then to doubt of obtaining if we should seek it.
He persuades First to slight and neglect the Mercy of God, and then to doubt of obtaining if we should seek it.
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But these Glorious and Amazing Evidences of his Love and Good Will to Mankind, may justly prevent all Doubt or Despair,
But these Glorious and Amazing Evidences of his Love and Good Will to Mankind, may justly prevent all Doubt or Despair,
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and give hopes of Mercy and Pardon even to the Greatest Sinner, upon his Repentance and Faith in Jesus Christ.
and give hope's of Mercy and Pardon even to the Greatest Sinner, upon his Repentance and Faith in jesus christ.
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It should not be doubted, since he has said it, that whosoever believes in him shall not Perish, but have Everlasting Life.
It should not be doubted, since he has said it, that whosoever believes in him shall not Perish, but have Everlasting Life.
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How evident has he made it, that he is reconcilable to Sinners, when he has given his Son to die for Sinners!
How evident has he made it, that he is reconcilable to Sinners, when he has given his Son to die for Sinners!
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Is it a greater thing to give us Pardon and Salvation by Christ, than to give him to purchase these things for us;
Is it a greater thing to give us Pardon and Salvation by christ, than to give him to purchase these things for us;
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or when he has done this, is he to be thought hard to be reconcil'd? How can we doubt whether he will Pardon or not;
or when he has done this, is he to be Thought hard to be reconciled? How can we doubt whither he will Pardon or not;
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or think him very hard to forgive, when he has himself provided a way to exercise his Forgiveness,
or think him very hard to forgive, when he has himself provided a Way to exercise his Forgiveness,
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so as it becomes him to do it!
so as it becomes him to do it!
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There is nothing now can hinder our recovering his Favour, but our own Neglect and Refusal to comply with the Terms of it.
There is nothing now can hinder our recovering his Favour, but our own Neglect and Refusal to comply with the Terms of it.
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It is very justly argued by the Apostle, when he says of God, Having given us his Son,
It is very justly argued by the Apostle, when he Says of God, Having given us his Son,
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how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? Having given his Son to make Satisfaction for our Sins, will he not readily give the Pardon of those Sins which the Son has made Atonement for, to them that duly seek it.how shall he not with him also freely give us all things? Having given his Son to make Satisfaction for our Sins, will he not readily give the Pardon of those Sins which the Son has made Atonement for, to them that duly seek it.
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He gave the greater part of the Gift without our seeking, will he not then give the lesser to it? The Gospel or Doctrin of Salvation by Christ, is preach'd that Men might seek their Salvation;
He gave the greater part of the Gift without our seeking, will he not then give the lesser to it? The Gospel or Doctrine of Salvation by christ, is preached that Men might seek their Salvation;
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'tis therein offered to all that hear the Gospel, and shall not they then succeed in seeking it, who are thereby brought to seek it? Can we reasonably think it has pleased God to Institute a Ministry, to command Preaching,
it's therein offered to all that hear the Gospel, and shall not they then succeed in seeking it, who Are thereby brought to seek it? Can we reasonably think it has pleased God to Institute a Ministry, to command Preaching,
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and the offer of Life and Salvation, to all that will earnestly desire and sincerely embrace it;
and the offer of Life and Salvation, to all that will earnestly desire and sincerely embrace it;
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and that he has done this only to deceive and abuse Men;
and that he has done this only to deceive and abuse Men;
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that after all, they who Ask shall not receive, and they who Seek shall not find Mercy? And since he has chosen rather to let his Son be an Offering for our Sins,
that After all, they who Ask shall not receive, and they who Seek shall not find Mercy? And since he has chosen rather to let his Son be an Offering for our Sins,
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than that we should Perish, is it not sufficiently evident, that he does not desire we should Perish, that he had rather Pardon our Sins, than take Vengeance on them;
than that we should Perish, is it not sufficiently evident, that he does not desire we should Perish, that he had rather Pardon our Sins, than take Vengeance on them;
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and thus Glorifie his Mercy in our Pardon, as he has done his Justice in the Death of Christ, rather than only to Glorifie his Justice in our Death and Destruction? He then that highly values the Favour of God, that earnestly and seriously seeks it, that does hunger and thirst after Righteousness, and comply with the establish'd Terms of Salvation;
and thus glorify his Mercy in our Pardon, as he has done his justice in the Death of christ, rather than only to glorify his justice in our Death and Destruction? He then that highly value's the Favour of God, that earnestly and seriously seeks it, that does hunger and thirst After Righteousness, and comply with the established Terms of Salvation;
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He shall certainly succeed, he shall not Perish, but undoubtedly have Everlasting Life.
He shall Certainly succeed, he shall not Perish, but undoubtedly have Everlasting Life.
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3. It must be added, that this great Love of God to us, does Indispensibly require in us an Ardent and Intire Love to Him.
3. It must be added, that this great Love of God to us, does Indispensibly require in us an ardent and Entire Love to Him.
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The Thoughts of such a Love in him, should mightily Inflame us, it should easily make us Love him, with all our Heart, with all our Soul, with all our Mind,
The Thoughts of such a Love in him, should mightily Inflame us, it should Easily make us Love him, with all our Heart, with all our Soul, with all our Mind,
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and with all our Strength, as he requires us to do.and with all our Strength, as he requires us to do.
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Should not so Free, so Condescending, so Rich and Bounteous, and so Forgiving and Merciful a Love, have a mighty Influence upon us? Should not this effectually conquer all our Enmity against God,
Should not so Free, so Condescending, so Rich and Bounteous, and so Forgiving and Merciful a Love, have a mighty Influence upon us? Should not this effectually conquer all our Enmity against God,
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and stifle all hard Thoughts of him; to see how loth he is to destroy or hurt us;
and stifle all hard Thoughts of him; to see how loath he is to destroy or hurt us;
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to see him, letting go so fair and just an occasion to punish us; forgetting as it were our great Provocation, and concerning himself even when we were Enemies,
to see him, letting go so fair and just an occasion to Punish us; forgetting as it were our great Provocation, and Concerning himself even when we were Enemies,
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when Rebels, when Guilty, to Save us and make us Happy? Such Love requires that we be exceedingly grieved for our past Sins;
when Rebels, when Guilty, to Save us and make us Happy? Such Love requires that we be exceedingly grieved for our past Sins;
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that we be asham'd of so great Ingratitude as is in Sin; that we be deeply Offended with our selves for Offending him.
that we be ashamed of so great Ingratitude as is in since; that we be deeply Offended with our selves for Offending him.
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It requires that we hate and fall out with every thing in our selves that is offensive to him;
It requires that we hate and fallen out with every thing in our selves that is offensive to him;
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that we often search and examine our selves well, to see that no such thing may abide in us.
that we often search and examine our selves well, to see that no such thing may abide in us.
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Love is the best thing we have to return for his Love, and that certainly deserves our best return, which has obliged us by giving the Dearest Gift that he could bestow;
Love is the best thing we have to return for his Love, and that Certainly deserves our best return, which has obliged us by giving the Dearest Gift that he could bestow;
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as we may certainly speak of his giving his Son for us. Let us Love him then, and give our selves up to the Conduct of Love.
as we may Certainly speak of his giving his Son for us. Let us Love him then, and give our selves up to the Conduct of Love.
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Let Love chuse and direct all our Actions; Love to him purifie all our Intentions, and govern all our Affections.
Let Love choose and Direct all our Actions; Love to him purify all our Intentions, and govern all our Affections.
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Love Inspire us with Industry and Diligence in his Service, with Zeal for his Glory, with Patience in Tribulation for his sake:
Love Inspire us with Industry and Diligence in his Service, with Zeal for his Glory, with Patience in Tribulation for his sake:
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Let it make us very stedfast in well-doing; sweeten and encourage all our Labours in Religion;
Let it make us very steadfast in welldoing; sweeten and encourage all our Labours in Religion;
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and make whatever is Pleasing to him, the greatest Pleasure to us.
and make whatever is Pleasing to him, the greatest Pleasure to us.
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4. Lastly, The great Love of God to Mankind requires of Men, that they also do Love one another.
4. Lastly, The great Love of God to Mankind requires of Men, that they also do Love one Another.
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This Exhortation the Apostle expresly derives from hence, 1 John 4.11. Beloved (says he) If God so Loved us, we ought to Love one another.
This Exhortation the Apostle expressly derives from hence, 1 John 4.11. beloved (Says he) If God so Loved us, we ought to Love one Another.
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His Love to Men should Inspire us with Love, and should direct ours.
His Love to Men should Inspire us with Love, and should Direct ours.
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Does it not highly recommend Love, to see so much of it in him the Greatest and most Excellent Being!
Does it not highly recommend Love, to see so much of it in him the Greatest and most Excellent Being!
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The more Love we have, the more we resemble him, for God is Love; and is not this very greatly our Honour? The Foolish and Deprav'd World think there is nothing Wise but the Love of our selves,
The more Love we have, the more we resemble him, for God is Love; and is not this very greatly our Honour? The Foolish and Depraved World think there is nothing Wise but the Love of our selves,
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and nothing so Great as to Disdain every one else, to revenge all our Injuries,
and nothing so Great as to Disdain every one Else, to revenge all our Injuries,
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and to destroy our Enemies, to be Sued to for our Benefits and hardly grant them,
and to destroy our Enemies, to be Sued to for our Benefits and hardly grant them,
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and to overlook and despise the Necessities, and even the Supplications of Inferiors: These things the World accounts Great, and much affects them:
and to overlook and despise the Necessities, and even the Supplications of Inferiors: These things the World accounts Great, and much affects them:
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But the Great God, who surely is the Pattern of true Greatness, is also an Example of quite contrary things:
But the Great God, who surely is the Pattern of true Greatness, is also an Exampl of quite contrary things:
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We see him Sparing those whom he could Destroy, those who provok'd him to Destroy them, doing the greatest Kindness before it was asked of him, Forgiving Injuries and Affronts, condescending to offer the greatest and most valuable Benefits to those that are Infinitely below him.
We see him Sparing those whom he could Destroy, those who provoked him to Destroy them, doing the greatest Kindness before it was asked of him, Forgiving Injuries and Affronts, condescending to offer the greatest and most valuable Benefits to those that Are Infinitely below him.
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If we would then be like to God we must do thus.
If we would then be like to God we must do thus.
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Should not such an Example shame Men out of their Pride, their Selfishness, their stubborn Anger and Malice? If we would pretend to Love God we must Love our Neighbour,
Should not such an Exampl shame Men out of their Pride, their Selfishness, their stubborn Anger and Malice? If we would pretend to Love God we must Love our Neighbour,
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for he has commanded us to Love our Neighbour, and if we Love him we must keep his Commands.
for he has commanded us to Love our Neighbour, and if we Love him we must keep his Commands.
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Therefore we are told in 1 John 4.20. that he does not Love God that Hates his Brother, but is a Liar if he pretends to it.
Therefore we Are told in 1 John 4.20. that he does not Love God that Hates his Brother, but is a Liar if he pretends to it.
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I shall conclude this Exhortation with the words of the Apostle in that Chapter.
I shall conclude this Exhortation with the words of the Apostle in that Chapter.
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Beloved, Let us Love one another, for Love is of God, and every one that Loveth is born of God and knoweth God. beloved, Let us Love one Another, for Love is of God, and every one that Loves is born of God and Knoweth God.
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He that Loveth not knoweth not God, for God is Love If we Love one another God dwelleth in us,
He that Loves not Knoweth not God, for God is Love If we Love one Another God dwells in us,
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and his Love is perfected in us.
and his Love is perfected in us.
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God is Love, and he that dwelleth in Love dwelleth in God and God in him.
God is Love, and he that dwells in Love dwells in God and God in him.
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And this Commandment have we from Him, That he who Loveth God Loveth his Brother also. And this Commandment have we from Him, That he who Loves God Loves his Brother also.
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THE PRAYER. O Most Gracious and Merciful God, Thou art abundant in Goodness; the God of Love, and the Father of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ:
THE PRAYER. Oh Most Gracious and Merciful God, Thou art abundant in goodness; the God of Love, and the Father of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ:
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An Infinite Fountain of Infinite Love! Thou art, O Lord, Great and Glorious, Infinite and Eternal Love.
an Infinite Fountain of Infinite Love! Thou art, Oh Lord, Great and Glorious, Infinite and Eternal Love.
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It was Love and Goodness which moved thee to Create: Love dwells in thee still unchangeably, and moves thee to preserve thy Creatures.
It was Love and goodness which moved thee to Create: Love dwells in thee still unchangeably, and moves thee to preserve thy Creatures.
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Glorious, O Lord, is thy Love and Goodness in the Infinite Condescention of it, which regards and takes care of so mean things as the Highest Creatures are in comparison to thee:
Glorious, Oh Lord, is thy Love and goodness in the Infinite Condescension of it, which regards and Takes care of so mean things as the Highest Creatures Are in comparison to thee:
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Glorious is it in the Freeness of its Exercises, for thy Creatures could never Merit of thee what thou hast done for them:
Glorious is it in the Freeness of its Exercises, for thy Creatures could never Merit of thee what thou hast done for them:
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It is Glorious in its large Wealth, its unexhaustible Store, and bounteous Communications, for it fills Heaven and Earth with thy Goodness,
It is Glorious in its large Wealth, its unexhaustible Store, and bounteous Communications, for it fills Heaven and Earth with thy goodness,
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and Supplies and Blesses all thy Creatures. In thee we all live, and move, and have our Being;
and Supplies and Blesses all thy Creatures. In thee we all live, and move, and have our Being;
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and from thee we derive all that does support and comfort our Being.
and from thee we derive all that does support and Comfort our Being.
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And yet thy Love has done far greater things than these for the Children of Men.
And yet thy Love has done Far greater things than these for the Children of Men.
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Oh that Men would therefore Praise the Lord for his Goodness, and for his wonderful Works to the Children of Men!
O that Men would Therefore Praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wondered Works to the Children of Men!
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We Praise thee, we Bless thee, we Magnifie thee, for thine Inestimable Love in the Redemption of the World by our Lord Jesus Christ.
We Praise thee, we Bless thee, we Magnify thee, for thine Inestimable Love in the Redemption of the World by our Lord jesus christ.
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O wondrous Love, that could still have Favour for Rebellious Creatures, for provoking Sinners!
O wondrous Love, that could still have Favour for Rebellious Creatures, for provoking Sinners!
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O Tender and Compassionate Love, that would help us out of that Misery which we had guiltily thrown our selves into!
O Tender and Compassionate Love, that would help us out of that Misery which we had guiltily thrown our selves into!
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In which we might most justly have been left to Perish, as were the Apostate Angels in a like sad Case.
In which we might most justly have been left to Perish, as were the Apostate Angels in a like sad Case.
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O rich and bounteous Love, that has done so much to save unworthy Wretches, that has given thy Son, thy well-beloved, thy only Son, thine express Image, to the Abasement of being United to the Humane Nature, to the lower Abasement of being a Man of Sorrows, of living a mean and injur'd Life among us,
O rich and bounteous Love, that has done so much to save unworthy Wretches, that has given thy Son, thy well-beloved, thy only Son, thine express Image, to the Abasement of being United to the Humane Nature, to the lower Abasement of being a Man of Sorrows, of living a mean and injured Life among us,
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and lower yet, even to the Humiliation of an Accursed Ignominious Death, and all this for our sakes.
and lower yet, even to the Humiliation of an Accursed Ignominious Death, and all this for our sakes.
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Oh how rich a Gift have we in him, in his Person, his Meritorious and Righteous Life, his Propitiatory Death, his Glorious Resurrection and Ascension,
O how rich a Gift have we in him, in his Person, his Meritorious and Righteous Life, his Propitiatory Death, his Glorious Resurrection and Ascension,
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and his continual Intercession in Heaven for us, as our Great High Priest!
and his continual Intercession in Heaven for us, as our Great High Priest!
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How willing, Good Lord, hast thou appeared to be, that we should be Saved, who hast provided us such a Saviour,
How willing, Good Lord, hast thou appeared to be, that we should be Saved, who hast provided us such a Saviour,
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and laid our help upon one that is so Mighty. O let this mighty Love of thine to us, mightily inflame our Love to thee.
and laid our help upon one that is so Mighty. O let this mighty Love of thine to us, mightily inflame our Love to thee.
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Let it turn us into all Love.
Let it turn us into all Love.
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Let Love to thee possess our Hearts, and drive out from thence whatever is Impure and Displeasing to thee:
Let Love to thee possess our Hearts, and drive out from thence whatever is Impure and Displeasing to thee:
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Let Love dwell in our Thoughts, breath forth in our Words, and be exercised in all our Actions.
Let Love dwell in our Thoughts, breath forth in our Words, and be exercised in all our Actions.
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Since thou art so kind and loath to Destroy, let thy Goodness forcibly lead us to Repentance, reconcile us to thee and to thy Laws, banish from us all Enmity against thee.
Since thou art so kind and loath to Destroy, let thy goodness forcibly led us to Repentance, reconcile us to thee and to thy Laws, banish from us all Enmity against thee.
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O Lord awaken us to a Serious Concern for our Salvation, make us earnestly Desirous and very Industrious to secure it.
O Lord awaken us to a Serious Concern for our Salvation, make us earnestly Desirous and very Industria to secure it.
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Let us not lose, by our Neglect, that everlasting Joy and Happiness, which by thy unspeakable Favour to us, thou hast made possible to be attain'd:
Let us not loose, by our Neglect, that everlasting Joy and Happiness, which by thy unspeakable Favour to us, thou hast made possible to be attained:
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Let us not be so Foolish as to neglect Salvation, nor so Ungrateful as to Despise and Refuse the Dear Purchase of thy Son's most Precious Blood.
Let us not be so Foolish as to neglect Salvation, nor so Ungrateful as to Despise and Refuse the Dear Purchase of thy Son's most Precious Blood.
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And give us, we beseech thee, a due Love to our Neighbour: O Fountain of Love, communicate to us much of this thy Glory.
And give us, we beseech thee, a due Love to our Neighbour: Oh Fountain of Love, communicate to us much of this thy Glory.
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Teach us to condescend to do Good to those that are below us:
Teach us to condescend to do Good to those that Are below us:
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To Love them that Hate us, to Forgive those that Injure us, to return Good for Evil:
To Love them that Hate us, to Forgive those that Injure us, to return Good for Evil:
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So let us Imitate thy Love, and order our Conversation aright before thee, that we may see thy Salvation.
So let us Imitate thy Love, and order our Conversation aright before thee, that we may see thy Salvation.
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We humbly recommend to thy Mercies, all those Miserable Nations which yet know not thee or this Instance of thy Love:
We humbly recommend to thy mercies, all those Miserable nations which yet know not thee or this Instance of thy Love:
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Beseeching thee that thy Good Providence may bring among them the Sound of thy Gospel to the Salvation of many among them.
Beseeching thee that thy Good Providence may bring among them the Found of thy Gospel to the Salvation of many among them.
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Give thy Churches a great Increase of Faith and Love, and all Vertue; and be thou their Defence against the Power and Policy of Hell.
Give thy Churches a great Increase of Faith and Love, and all Virtue; and be thou their Defence against the Power and Policy of Hell.
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This we especially beg for the Nations to which we belong:
This we especially beg for the nations to which we belong:
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To which purpose we pray thee reach our Governours to Rule, and our People to Obey.
To which purpose we pray thee reach our Governors to Rule, and our People to Obey.
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Continue thy Blessed Ordinances amongst us in all the Happy Purity of the Establish'd Religion: And make us to reverence and value, and diligently attend upon them;
Continue thy Blessed Ordinances among us in all the Happy Purity of the Established Religion: And make us to Reverence and valve, and diligently attend upon them;
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and while we do so, we pray thee to give them a mighty Efficacy and Success to the Cleansing and Sanctifying both our Hearts and Lives.
and while we do so, we pray thee to give them a mighty Efficacy and Success to the Cleansing and Sanctifying both our Hearts and Lives.
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Let not those we have this day enjoy'd, be without good Effect to thy Glory and our Comfort.
Let not those we have this day enjoyed, be without good Effect to thy Glory and our Comfort.
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We heartily Pray for all that are related to us, that they may know the Love of God in Christ Jesus,
We heartily Pray for all that Are related to us, that they may know the Love of God in christ jesus,
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and knowing this, they may seek and obtain an Everlasting Interest in it.
and knowing this, they may seek and obtain an Everlasting Interest in it.
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And do thou, we humbly beseech thee, shed abroad the Love of thee in all their Hearts, that they may become the Hallowed Temples of the Holy Ghost.
And do thou, we humbly beseech thee, shed abroad the Love of thee in all their Hearts, that they may become the Hallowed Temples of the Holy Ghost.
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Let us lie down this Night with a deep and admiring Sense of thy Love and Goodness,
Let us lie down this Night with a deep and admiring Sense of thy Love and goodness,
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and have some further Experience of it in our Safe and Comfortable Rest, rising the next Morning with Health and Strength,
and have Some further Experience of it in our Safe and Comfortable Rest, rising the next Morning with Health and Strength,
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and with Hearts set to do thy Will, and to shew forth thy Praise, not only with our Lips,
and with Hearts Set to do thy Will, and to show forth thy Praise, not only with our Lips,
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but in the Holiness of our Lives.
but in the Holiness of our Lives.
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Grant these things, and whatever else thou seest needful for us, for the sake of Jesus Christ.
Grant these things, and whatever Else thou See needful for us, for the sake of jesus christ.
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OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven. OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven.
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Give us this day our daily Bread. And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us.
Give us this day our daily Bred. And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us.
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And lead us not into Temptation; But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.And led us not into Temptation; But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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The Love of God the Son to Mankind, Illustrated and Applied. Let us Pray.
The Love of God the Son to Mankind, Illustrated and Applied. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen.
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Solomon 's Song ch. 1. part of v. 4. We will Rejoyce and be Glad in thee:
Solomon is Song changed. 1. part of v. 4. We will Rejoice and be Glad in thee:
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We will remember thy Love more then Wine.
We will Remember thy Love more then Wine.
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THIS Divine Book of Solomon 's Song, represents and expresses the Loves, the mutual Endearments between Christ and the Believing Loving Souls.
THIS Divine Book of Solomon is Song, represents and Expresses the Loves, the mutual Endearments between christ and the Believing Loving Souls.
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It was indeed calculated chiefly for the Times of Solomon, the Times before the Coming of Christ;
It was indeed calculated chiefly for the Times of Solomon, the Times before the Coming of christ;
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but it is not unsuitable altogether, nor unuseful to ours, though the Christ be long since come into the World:
but it is not unsuitable altogether, nor unuseful to ours, though the christ be long since come into the World:
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Because the proper Exercises and Expressions of Love to him, are the same both before and after his Coming;
Because the proper Exercises and Expressions of Love to him, Are the same both before and After his Coming;
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and the Exercises and Expressions of his Love to Mankind are the same in both Times, only they are now more extensively and commonly afforded to Men.
and the Exercises and Expressions of his Love to Mankind Are the same in both Times, only they Are now more extensively and commonly afforded to Men.
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Besides, this Book is the more agreeable to us now, because we also do still expect a Coming of the Christ:
Beside, this Book is the more agreeable to us now, Because we also do still expect a Coming of the christ:
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We expect his Second Coming to Judge the World, to satisfie his Servants with Expressions and Communications of his Love, to compleat their Redemption by taking them to Perfect Happiness, and Everlasting Glory with himself.
We expect his Second Coming to Judge the World, to satisfy his Servants with Expressions and Communications of his Love, to complete their Redemption by taking them to Perfect Happiness, and Everlasting Glory with himself.
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Our Kind Saviour, then, the Prince of Love and Peace, is the Person design'd in this Song, by the Name of the King:
Our Kind Saviour, then, the Prince of Love and Peace, is the Person designed in this Song, by the Name of the King:
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And his Church, or especially those in it, that are true Lovers of him, are meant by the Name of the Spouse.
And his Church, or especially those in it, that Are true Lovers of him, Are meant by the Name of the Spouse.
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Whatever Expressions, then, here are of Tender and Compassionate Love in the King, towards the Spouse, such Exercises of Love may all Good Souls now expect,
Whatever Expressions, then, Here Are of Tender and Compassionate Love in the King, towards the Spouse, such Exercises of Love may all Good Souls now expect,
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and many do receive from this Greatest Lover:
and many do receive from this Greatest Lover:
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And whatever Ardent, Reverential and Honourable Expressions of Love and Esteem for the King and Bridegroom, are here put into the Mouth of the Spouse, they are such as would very well become us that are of the Christian Church.
And whatever ardent, Reverential and Honourable Expressions of Love and Esteem for the King and Bridegroom, Are Here put into the Mouth of the Spouse, they Are such as would very well become us that Are of the Christian Church.
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This Speech with which the Book begins, and of which our Text is a part, is an Address of the Spouse or Loving Soul to Christ, the King or Bridegroom of the Church,
This Speech with which the Book begins, and of which our Text is a part, is an Address of the Spouse or Loving Soul to christ, the King or Bridegroom of the Church,
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and expresses a great deal of Love and Esteem for him.
and Expresses a great deal of Love and Esteem for him.
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I shall take no notice of any more of it, besides our Text, than what is said in the third Verse of the Chapter:
I shall take no notice of any more of it, beside our Text, than what is said in the third Verse of the Chapter:
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Because of the Savour of thy good Ointments, thy Name is as Ointment poured forth, therefore do the Virgins Love thee. Because of the Savour of thy good Ointments, thy Name is as Ointment poured forth, Therefore do the Virgins Love thee.
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To understand which words the better, we may put them into this order, Because of the Savour of thy precious Ointments,
To understand which words the better, we may put them into this order, Because of the Savour of thy precious Ointments,
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therefore do the Virgins Love thee; Thy Name is as Ointment poured forth. Therefore do the Virgins Love thee; Thy Name is as Ointment poured forth.
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This Expression alludes to the common Custom of those Countries in their Entertainments, which was to pour upon their Guests some very richly perfum'd Oyl, anointing with it chiefly the Head and Temples:
This Expression alludes to the Common Custom of those Countries in their Entertainments, which was to pour upon their Guests Some very richly perfumed Oil, anointing with it chiefly the Head and Temples:
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By this every one so anointed was mightily pleased and refresh'd himself, and was rendred also the more Acceptable and Grateful to all the Company.
By this every one so anointed was mightily pleased and refreshed himself, and was rendered also the more Acceptable and Grateful to all the Company.
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It alludes also to the Blessed Name under which this King and Bridegroom of the Church was promised and expected,
It alludes also to the Blessed Name under which this King and Bridegroom of the Church was promised and expected,
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even the Name Messiah or Christ, which signifies the Anointed One, him who was to be eminently Anointed,
even the Name Messiah or christ, which signifies the Anointed One, him who was to be eminently Anointed,
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and to bear the Happy and Honourable Offices of all Anointed Persons. And so the meaning of the words is this:
and to bear the Happy and Honourable Offices of all Anointed Persons. And so the meaning of the words is this:
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Because thou art to be the Anointed One, eminently so, who under the three most Happy and Beneficial Offices of Prophet, Priest and King, art to promote the Good and Happiness of Mankind, Therefore do the Virgins Love thee;
Because thou art to be the Anointed One, eminently so, who under the three most Happy and Beneficial Offices of Prophet, Priest and King, art to promote the Good and Happiness of Mankind, Therefore do the Virgins Love thee;
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that is, all Pure and devout Souls. As thou art the Anointed One, thou art most Desirable and most Grateful to such.
that is, all Pure and devout Souls. As thou art the Anointed One, thou art most Desirable and most Grateful to such.
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Therefore did all truly Pious and Good Souls in the Jewish Church, then desire his coming into the World,
Therefore did all truly Pious and Good Souls in the Jewish Church, then desire his coming into the World,
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and rejoyce in the Expectation of it:
and rejoice in the Expectation of it:
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And therefore are all such Souls in the Christian Church Thankful for his Coming, and Glad and Joyful at the Remembrance of it.
And Therefore Are all such Souls in the Christian Church Thankful for his Coming, and Glad and Joyful At the Remembrance of it.
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I come now to the Text, and shall not at all consider it, as relating to the time when the Messiah was but expected,
I come now to the Text, and shall not At all Consider it, as relating to the time when the Messiah was but expected,
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but rather in an Application of it to our times, as being so most useful to us.
but rather in an Application of it to our times, as being so most useful to us.
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We may look upon it, then, as expressing such a Sence of the Messiah's great Love to Mankind,
We may look upon it, then, as expressing such a Sense of the Messiah's great Love to Mankind,
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and such a Resolution thereupon as is very fit for us to have, even under the times of the Gospel:
and such a Resolution thereupon as is very fit for us to have, even under the times of the Gospel:
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And indeed such a Sense of that Love is, perhaps, rather due from us now that the Christ is Come,
And indeed such a Sense of that Love is, perhaps, rather due from us now that the christ is Come,
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and has done for Mankind those Great Things which the Pious Jews expected he would do. Let us,
and has done for Mankind those Great Things which the Pious jews expected he would do. Let us,
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then, look upon this as what is very fit for us to resolve and say, We will be Glad and Rejoyce in thee, we will remember thy Love more then Wine, This is that which is here recommended to us:
then, look upon this as what is very fit for us to resolve and say, We will be Glad and Rejoice in thee, we will Remember thy Love more then Wine, This is that which is Here recommended to us:
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To have a very Lively and Affectionate Sence and Remembrance of the Love of Christ to Mankind;
To have a very Lively and Affectionate Sense and Remembrance of the Love of christ to Mankind;
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to reckon this our best Treasure, and entertain our selves with it as our chief Delight and Pleasure.
to reckon this our best Treasure, and entertain our selves with it as our chief Delight and Pleasure.
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My Business in speaking to these words, shall be to endeavour to promote a due Sence and Remembrance of the Love of Christ;
My Business in speaking to these words, shall be to endeavour to promote a due Sense and Remembrance of the Love of christ;
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to which purpose I shall insist upon these two following Heads of Discourse.
to which purpose I shall insist upon these two following Heads of Discourse.
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1. To represent, in some measure, and set before you, the Great and Wonderful Love of the Messiah to Mankind.
1. To represent, in Some measure, and Set before you, the Great and Wondered Love of the Messiah to Mankind.
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2. To shew what a Remembrance of this is fitting and due to it.
2. To show what a Remembrance of this is fitting and due to it.
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In the first place, Let us take a view of the Love of Christ to Mankind;
In the First place, Let us take a view of the Love of christ to Mankind;
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from whence we shall see abundant reason for a very sensible Remembrance of it.
from whence we shall see abundant reason for a very sensible Remembrance of it.
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And let us consider it well, as represented in the following Particulars, each of which does greatly magnifie it.
And let us Consider it well, as represented in the following Particulars, each of which does greatly magnify it.
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1. We may consider the Benefits which the Messiah, out of his great Love, has purchased and procured for us.
1. We may Consider the Benefits which the Messiah, out of his great Love, has purchased and procured for us.
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And here we shall see, it is not some small and inconsiderable Kindness that he has done us,
And Here we shall see, it is not Some small and inconsiderable Kindness that he has done us,
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but that which is of great Importance and Necessity.
but that which is of great Importance and Necessity.
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It is no less than Salvation that he has procured, and that a very Great Salvation. I can speak but Briefly and Summarily of what must be spoken to in this Discourse,
It is no less than Salvation that he has procured, and that a very Great Salvation. I can speak but Briefly and Summarily of what must be spoken to in this Discourse,
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and therefore I shall mention the Benefits which the Love of Christ has procur'd, but under these two General Heads.
and Therefore I shall mention the Benefits which the Love of christ has procured, but under these two General Heads.
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(1) We are by him Ransom'd and Redeem'd from the Lowest and most Deplorable Degree of Misery.
(1) We Are by him Ransomed and Redeemed from the Lowest and most Deplorable Degree of Misery.
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We are in a Sense Redeem'd from the Lowest Hell, in that we are by his Love excused from falling into it,
We Are in a Sense Redeemed from the Lowest Hell, in that we Are by his Love excused from falling into it,
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when we did deserve and were Obnoxious to do so.
when we did deserve and were Obnoxious to do so.
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All Mankind became Guilty in our first Parents, and Obnoxious to God's Wrath, and that Eternal Death which was threatned against Sin. If we had been deserted in this Condition, all the Portion of Good that we could ever have enjoy'd, must have lain in the Poor, Mingled,
All Mankind became Guilty in our First Parents, and Obnoxious to God's Wrath, and that Eternal Death which was threatened against Sin. If we had been deserted in this Condition, all the Portion of Good that we could ever have enjoyed, must have lain in the Poor, Mingled,
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and Transitory Goods of this present Life: Enjoyments which could have afforded little Comfort without the Favour of God;
and Transitory Goods of this present Life: Enjoyments which could have afforded little Comfort without the Favour of God;
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which would have been sadly embittered by a Divine Curse, and which must have wanted that Blessing of God from whence they all derive their greatest Sweetness and Comfortableness.
which would have been sadly embittered by a Divine Curse, and which must have wanted that Blessing of God from whence they all derive their greatest Sweetness and Comfortableness.
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We must, it is likely, have found this present Life much more incumbred with Vexation and Calamity than it is:
We must, it is likely, have found this present Life much more encumbered with Vexation and Calamity than it is:
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And after the lingring out of a few tedious Years under an insupportable Load of Cares, Griefs, Fears and Miseries, we must at last have been arrested by the Fatal Hand of Death,
And After the lingering out of a few tedious years under an insupportable Load of Cares, Griefs, Fears and Misery's, we must At last have been arrested by the Fatal Hand of Death,
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and plunged into a Lake of Fire and Brimstone for our Eternal Prison:
and plunged into a Lake of Fire and Brimstone for our Eternal Prison:
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We must have been sent to the Sad Place of Punishment and Misery which is prepared for the Devil and his Angels, to dwell for ever with them amidst Eternal Pains, Howlings and Despair.
We must have been sent to the Sad Place of Punishment and Misery which is prepared for the devil and his Angels, to dwell for ever with them amid Eternal Pains, Howlings and Despair.
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But the kind Son of God undertook to help us in this deplorable State;
But the kind Son of God undertook to help us in this deplorable State;
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and in becoming the Messiah he has so Successfully done it, that it is now possible for us to escape all this Misery.
and in becoming the Messiah he has so Successfully done it, that it is now possible for us to escape all this Misery.
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He has purchased and obtained that we may have a Blessed and Comfortable Enjoyment of the things convenient for us in this Life,
He has purchased and obtained that we may have a Blessed and Comfortable Enjoyment of the things convenient for us in this Life,
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and that the Evils we meet with here may be mitigated, Sanctified, and made Profitable, and even Comfortable to us in their Fruits and Effects;
and that the Evils we meet with Here may be mitigated, Sanctified, and made Profitable, and even Comfortable to us in their Fruits and Effects;
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and that we may be for ever excused from going down into Hell. This is a mighty and a most obliging Deliverance.
and that we may be for ever excused from going down into Hell. This is a mighty and a most obliging Deliverance.
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It is only because few Men know or do consider well what Redemption means, what intolerable Miseries, what an Eternity of Torments it frees us from;
It is only Because few Men know or do Consider well what Redemption means, what intolerable Misery's, what an Eternity of Torments it frees us from;
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that they do commonly so little value, and have so little Sense of this unspeakable Benefit.
that they do commonly so little valve, and have so little Sense of this unspeakable Benefit.
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If any Man would in a very deliberate Meditation, suppose himself environ'd with Tormenting and Noisom Flames, chain'd down in them, insulted over in that condition by his Mortal Enemies,
If any Man would in a very deliberate Meditation, suppose himself environed with Tormenting and Noisome Flames, chained down in them, insulted over in that condition by his Mortal Enemies,
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and condemn'd, unless a fit Ransom could be found, to endure all this Misery for ever;
and condemned, unless a fit Ransom could be found, to endure all this Misery for ever;
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he could not chuse but think also with himself, that in such a case he should certainly be very ready to give ten thousand Worlds,
he could not choose but think also with himself, that in such a case he should Certainly be very ready to give ten thousand World's,
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if he had them, that he might Reverse such a Condemnation, and deliver himself from so much Misery!
if he had them, that he might Reverse such a Condemnation, and deliver himself from so much Misery!
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And then he must needs account it an unspeakable Favour to be kept from these Miseries;
And then he must needs account it an unspeakable Favour to be kept from these Misery's;
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to have his Guilt which deserves them entirely done away, and to be excused from enduring such Torments even for the shortest space of time.
to have his Gilded which deserves them entirely done away, and to be excused from enduring such Torments even for the Shortest Molle of time.
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Such is the Benefit and Favour which the Messiah has procured for us.
Such is the Benefit and Favour which the Messiah has procured for us.
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(2) Another Benefit which the Love of Christ has purchased for us, is our Advancement to Everlasting and Perfect Happiness;
(2) another Benefit which the Love of christ has purchased for us, is our Advancement to Everlasting and Perfect Happiness;
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He restores us to the Favour of God, to the Original Holiness and Perfect Rectitude of our Nature,
He restores us to the Favour of God, to the Original Holiness and Perfect Rectitude of our Nature,
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and to the Everlasting Happiness of Heaven. It is said, We are reconciled to God by Jesus Christ, 2 Cor. 5.18. He has made way for the Acceptance of our Repentance, and now the offended Father is ready to imbrace with the Arms of his Mercy each returning Sinner.
and to the Everlasting Happiness of Heaven. It is said, We Are reconciled to God by jesus christ, 2 Cor. 5.18. He has made Way for the Acceptance of our Repentance, and now the offended Father is ready to embrace with the Arms of his Mercy each returning Sinner.
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Many Sins he Pardons to such, and even the Greatest Offences; and Justifies us freely by his Grace, through the Redemption that is in Christ Jesus.
Many Sins he Pardons to such, and even the Greatest Offences; and Justifies us freely by his Grace, through the Redemption that is in christ jesus.
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The Restoration and Rectitude of our Nature is begun in this Life, in his Sanctifying us by his Blessed Spirit,
The Restoration and Rectitude of our Nature is begun in this Life, in his Sanctifying us by his Blessed Spirit,
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and upon his Merit it is that this Work is begun and carried on to Perfection.
and upon his Merit it is that this Work is begun and carried on to Perfection.
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And as this Change does Advance in us, we do in the same degrees Advance towards Happiness.
And as this Change does Advance in us, we do in the same Degrees Advance towards Happiness.
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We grow towards Peace and Tranquility of Mind, towards a good Agreement with our selves,
We grow towards Peace and Tranquillity of Mind, towards a good Agreement with our selves,
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and the Enjoyment of a good Conscience, in the joyful and just Applauses of our selves.
and the Enjoyment of a good Conscience, in the joyful and just Applauses of our selves.
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From this and the former Benefit we derive some Enjoyment of God in this Life;
From this and the former Benefit we derive Some Enjoyment of God in this Life;
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we enjoy God in all our Comfortable and Advantageous Circumstances, in knowing these to be allotted us by the Divine Favour and Love,
we enjoy God in all our Comfortable and Advantageous circumstances, in knowing these to be allotted us by the Divine Favour and Love,
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and we enjoy him too in our Straits and Afflictions, while we also know, that even these proceed from Love,
and we enjoy him too in our Straits and Afflictions, while we also know, that even these proceed from Love,
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and shall work for our Good:
and shall work for our Good:
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This is Heaven begun here, and this beginning is the Sure Earnest, and the Comfortable Ground of firm Expectations, of the attaining a compleat Felicity hereafter.
This is Heaven begun Here, and this beginning is the Sure Earnest, and the Comfortable Ground of firm Expectations, of the attaining a complete Felicity hereafter.
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And this is that which the Love of the Messiah to Mankind does at last bring them to.
And this is that which the Love of the Messiah to Mankind does At last bring them to.
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It never ceases to Bless or Advance the Happy Objects of it till they need no more.
It never ceases to Bless or Advance the Happy Objects of it till they need no more.
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It brings them at last to perfect Felicity, to unspeakable Joy, and there it fixes and settles them for ever.
It brings them At last to perfect Felicity, to unspeakable Joy, and there it fixes and settles them for ever.
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Thus from the lowest depth of Misery his Love raises Men to the highest degree of Happiness that we need or can desire!
Thus from the lowest depth of Misery his Love raises Men to the highest degree of Happiness that we need or can desire!
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Thus Bounteous, thus Profitable and Beneficial is his Love! And these things surely demonstrate it to be a very great One.
Thus Bounteous, thus Profitable and Beneficial is his Love! And these things surely demonstrate it to be a very great One.
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Here is Scope for a great deal of Meditation, on this Head of the Benefits he has procured for us;
Here is Scope for a great deal of Meditation, on this Head of the Benefits he has procured for us;
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but I must also propose other Illustrations of his Love, and therefore shall now leave this, and proceed to another.
but I must also propose other Illustrations of his Love, and Therefore shall now leave this, and proceed to Another.
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2. Let us consider also that which it cost him to purchase or procure these Great Benefits for us.
2. Let us Consider also that which it cost him to purchase or procure these Great Benefits for us.
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We may say he did not easily procure them, and knew he could not easily do it,
We may say he did not Easily procure them, and knew he could not Easily do it,
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yet he has done it, and that greatly magnifies his Love.
yet he has done it, and that greatly Magnifies his Love.
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As he has appeared not to Grudge us the greatest Benefits imaginable, so neither does he seem to have regarded what it would cost him to procure them.
As he has appeared not to Grudge us the greatest Benefits imaginable, so neither does he seem to have regarded what it would cost him to procure them.
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He has appear'd resolved to help us at any Rate. For it is very much that he has done to this purpose.
He has appeared resolved to help us At any Rate. For it is very much that he has done to this purpose.
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Though I think it may be mostly contain'd under these two great and comprehensive Instances of his Condescention. 1. He took upon him our Poor and Mean Nature. 2. He also died for our Sins upon the Cross.
Though I think it may be mostly contained under these two great and comprehensive Instances of his Condescension. 1. He took upon him our Poor and Mean Nature. 2. He also died for our Sins upon the Cross.
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(1.) To procure these things for us, the Son of God became Incarnate, and took upon him the Humane Nature:
(1.) To procure these things for us, the Son of God became Incarnate, and took upon him the Humane Nature:
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The Word was made Flesh, and dwelt among us, John 1.14.The Word was made Flesh, and dwelled among us, John 1.14.
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Thus was he made under the Law, that he might Redeem them that were under the Law, Gal. 4.4, 5. This indeed was no Inconvenience,
Thus was he made under the Law, that he might redeem them that were under the Law, Gal. 4.4, 5. This indeed was no Inconvenience,
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nor was it displeasing to him to be Subject to a Pure and Holy Law:
nor was it displeasing to him to be Subject to a Pure and Holy Law:
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But yet there was very great Condescention in this, that the Son of God should subject himself to a Law made for Creatures.
But yet there was very great Condescension in this, that the Son of God should Subject himself to a Law made for Creatures.
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And his Incarnation or Becoming Man, did further expose him to many Grievous and Inconvenient things.
And his Incarnation or Becoming Man, did further expose him to many Grievous and Inconvenient things.
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By reason of this he had the same Weak and Contemptible sort of Formation and Birth with the rest of Mankind.
By reason of this he had the same Weak and Contemptible sort of Formation and Birth with the rest of Mankind.
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At eight days old he began to be numbred with the Transgressors, and suffered the Painful Bloody Sacrament of Circumcision.
At eight days old he began to be numbered with the Transgressors, and suffered the Painful Bloody Sacrament of Circumcision.
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It was Necessary and Suitable to his Design, since he would dwell among us to live a poor and obscure Life, to despise and avoid all Worldly Greatness,
It was Necessary and Suitable to his Design, since he would dwell among us to live a poor and Obscure Life, to despise and avoid all Worldly Greatness,
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and to take upon him, as he did, the Form of a Servant. He submitted to the Innocent Infirmities of our Nature, in taking this upon him;
and to take upon him, as he did, the From of a Servant. He submitted to the Innocent Infirmities of our Nature, in taking this upon him;
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and felt Hunger and Thirst, Cold and Heat:
and felt Hunger and Thirst, Cold and Heat:
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And very often was he tired while he went about doing Good, and seeking to Save that which was Lost. In dwelling among Men he came to those who were very unsuitable to him,
And very often was he tired while he went about doing Good, and seeking to Save that which was Lost. In Dwelling among Men he Come to those who were very unsuitable to him,
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and many ways Displeasing as well as Unkind and Uneasie to him. He dwelt among Sinners, which must be very Ungrateful to his Purity and Holiness.
and many ways Displeasing as well as Unkind and Uneasy to him. He dwelled among Sinners, which must be very Ungrateful to his Purity and Holiness.
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He could suffer no Defilement from the World, but yet we find that he was often Vexed and Grieved with the Wickedness that he found in it;
He could suffer no Defilement from the World, but yet we find that he was often Vexed and Grieved with the Wickedness that he found in it;
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and often did he endure the Perverse and Foolish Contradiction of Sinners. He was Persecuted by Men even from his Birth to his Death:
and often did he endure the Perverse and Foolish Contradiction of Sinners. He was Persecuted by Men even from his Birth to his Death:
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When he was but newly Born his Life was sought by the Cruel and Ambitious Herod; and to save it from him, it was exposed to the Dangers and Difficulties of taking a long Journy from one Kingdom to another.
When he was but newly Born his Life was sought by the Cruel and Ambitious Herod; and to save it from him, it was exposed to the Dangers and Difficulties of taking a long Journey from one Kingdom to Another.
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His Good was Evil spoken of;
His Good was Evil spoken of;
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and because he conversed with Publicans and Sinners to Reform and Amend them, he was reproached as such an one himself, As a Man Gluttonous, and a Wine-bibber, a Friend of Publicans and Sinners.
and Because he conversed with Publicans and Sinners to Reform and Amend them, he was reproached as such an one himself, As a Man Gluttonous, and a Winebibber, a Friend of Publicans and Sinners.
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His kind and beneficial Miracles were Spitefully imputed to Sorcery and Imposture; and they said, He did cast out Devils by Beelzebub the Prince of Devils.
His kind and beneficial Miracles were Spitefully imputed to Sorcery and Imposture; and they said, He did cast out Devils by Beelzebub the Prince of Devils.
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These things were the necessary Attendants of his Incarnation and coming to dwell among Men; and all these he condescended to for our Sakes.
These things were the necessary Attendants of his Incarnation and coming to dwell among Men; and all these he condescended to for our Sakes.
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For us Men, and for our Salvation, he came down from Heaven, and was Incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, and was made Man, as the ancient Creed speaks.
For us Men, and for our Salvation, he Come down from Heaven, and was Incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgae Marry, and was made Man, as the ancient Creed speaks.
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(2) Bt yet 'tis far worse than all this, that which he Suffered in his Death upon the Cross for us.
(2) But yet it's Far Worse than all this, that which he Suffered in his Death upon the Cross for us.
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He was Crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate, as the same Creed speaks. He was Obedient unto Death, even the Death of the Cross, as the Scripture says.
He was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate, as the same Creed speaks. He was Obedient unto Death, even the Death of the Cross, as the Scripture Says.
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Upon Mount Calvary was he strip'd of his Cloaths, and his Naked Body, wounded with Stripes he had received before, was exposed to the cold Air.
Upon Mount Calvary was he striped of his Clothes, and his Naked Body, wounded with Stripes he had received before, was exposed to the cold Air.
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There his Barbarous Crucifiers nail'd his Hands and his Feet with great Nails to the Wood,
There his Barbarous Crucifiers nailed his Hands and his Feet with great Nails to the Wood,
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and then they erected it that he might hang upon those Nails.
and then they erected it that he might hang upon those Nails.
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Thus for three long Hours he abode enduring the very Sensible and Grievous Pain of such a Punishment:
Thus for three long Hours he Abided enduring the very Sensible and Grievous Pain of such a Punishment:
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And was forsaken in this Condition by those whom he had obliged, was insulted over by his Enemies,
And was forsaken in this Condition by those whom he had obliged, was insulted over by his Enemies,
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and reviled by those that passed by.
and reviled by those that passed by.
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And, which was more than all this, he endured his Fathers Forsaking too, and the Expressions of his Anger and Wrath against the Sins of Men.
And, which was more than all this, he endured his Father's Forsaking too, and the Expressions of his Anger and Wrath against the Sins of Men.
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He was Smitten of God, and Afflicted with Inward and Invisible, but with the most Sensible and Grievous Tortures.
He was Smitten of God, and Afflicted with Inward and Invisible, but with the most Sensible and Grievous Tortures.
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All we, like Sheep, have gone astray, and God hath laid on him the Iniquities of us all. All we, like Sheep, have gone astray, and God hath laid on him the Iniquities of us all.
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Thus He was wounded for our Transgressions, that by his Stripes we might be healed. He endured Grief and Trouble, that we might have Joy and Consolation.
Thus He was wounded for our Transgressions, that by his Stripes we might be healed. He endured Grief and Trouble, that we might have Joy and Consolation.
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He endured a deadly Thirst, to give us to drink of the Rivers of Pleasure at Gods Right-hand for Evermore.
He endured a deadly Thirst, to give us to drink of the rivers of Pleasure At God's Right-hand for Evermore.
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He was forsaken of Men, and lost the Comfort of Friends, yea, and of the Father too for a time, to give us the Eternal Happiness and Joy of his Favour.
He was forsaken of Men, and lost the Comfort of Friends, yea, and of the Father too for a time, to give us the Eternal Happiness and Joy of his Favour.
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He made his Innocent Soul a very Afflicted Offering for our Sins, and died to give us Life.
He made his Innocent Soul a very Afflicted Offering for our Sins, and died to give us Life.
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Thus have we been Redeemed, not with corruptible things, such as Silver and Gold, but with the Precious Blood of Jesus Christ;
Thus have we been Redeemed, not with corruptible things, such as Silver and Gold, but with the Precious Blood of jesus christ;
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and that shed too with great Pain and Ignominy, and with very great Sufferings both from God and Men.
and that shed too with great Pain and Ignominy, and with very great Sufferings both from God and Men.
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3. Let us now, to apprehend further the Greatness of his Love, consider also the Great Dignity and Eminence of the Person who has done so much for us;
3. Let us now, to apprehend further the Greatness of his Love, Consider also the Great Dignity and Eminence of the Person who has done so much for us;
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and we cannot chuse but see, upon a due Consideration of this, that it does greatly magnifie and commend his Love.
and we cannot choose but see, upon a due Consideration of this, that it does greatly magnify and commend his Love.
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He is no other than the Second Person of the Glorious Trinity, The Only begotten Son of God;
He is no other than the Second Person of the Glorious Trinity, The Only begotten Son of God;
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as he is called John 3.16. whom the ancient Creed forementioned does therefore stile Very God of Very God, Begotten not Made, being of one Substance with the Father.
as he is called John 3.16. whom the ancient Creed forementioned does Therefore style Very God of Very God, Begotten not Made, being of one Substance with the Father.
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He thought it no Robbery to be Equal with God, 'tis said, yet made himself of no Reputation, Phil. 2.6, 7. and this he did for our sakes.He Thought it no Robbery to be Equal with God, it's said, yet made himself of no Reputation, Philip 2.6, 7. and this he did for our sakes.
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But how great and amazing Love does this discover and shew!
But how great and amazing Love does this discover and show!
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That he who inhabited Eternity, and enjoy'd the Stability and Repose, and the pleasing Tranquility of that, should come to mingle himself with the Vicissitudes and Changes, the Uncertainties and Vexations of Time and Transitory things!
That he who inhabited Eternity, and enjoyed the Stability and Repose, and the pleasing Tranquillity of that, should come to mingle himself with the Vicissitudes and Changes, the Uncertainties and Vexations of Time and Transitory things!
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That God should become Man for the Sake of Men! The Almighty put on the Weakness of an Infant!
That God should become Man for the Sake of Men! The Almighty put on the Weakness of an Infant!
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That He whom Angels Adore, should submit to bear the Scorn and Affronts of Men! That He who only has Immortality, should condescend to Die for us!
That He whom Angels Adore, should submit to bear the Scorn and Affronts of Men! That He who only has Immortality, should condescend to Die for us!
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From how great Glory to how great Ignominy and Self-Abasement did he descend to do us Good!
From how great Glory to how great Ignominy and Self-Abasement did he descend to do us Good!
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There is so great a Disproportion between God and Man, and so wide a Distance, that nothing but an Infinite Love could have filled up and measured the Mighty Space between them;
There is so great a Disproportion between God and Man, and so wide a Distance, that nothing but an Infinite Love could have filled up and measured the Mighty Molle between them;
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especially when Man had made it yet greater by his Guilt and the Pollution of his Nature.
especially when Man had made it yet greater by his Gilded and the Pollution of his Nature.
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It was never seen that the Heir of a Sovereign Prince would condescend to suffer Death for his Father's Rebellious Subjects, to Attone his Father's Just Anger,
It was never seen that the Heir of a Sovereign Prince would condescend to suffer Death for his Father's Rebellious Subject's, to Atone his Father's Just Anger,
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and bring them into Reconciliation and Favour.
and bring them into Reconciliation and Favour.
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Yet such a thing as this He did, and what is indeed Infinitely a greater Condescention,
Yet such a thing as this He did, and what is indeed Infinitely a greater Condescension,
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as God is Infinitely above his Creatures.
as God is Infinitely above his Creatures.
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4. Let us now, in the last place, consider, that the Son of God did most freely,
4. Let us now, in the last place, Consider, that the Son of God did most freely,
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and of his own Accord, do all this for us.
and of his own Accord, do all this for us.
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There was no Motive to this but our Misery, and his own Good Will and Tender Compassion:
There was no Motive to this but our Misery, and his own Good Will and Tender Compassion:
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And our Misery might very justly have been slighted, because our own Guilt had contracted it.
And our Misery might very justly have been slighted, Because our own Gilded had contracted it.
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There was no Merit of his Love on our parts, no Obligation at all laid on him to do any thing for us.
There was no Merit of his Love on our parts, no Obligation At all laid on him to do any thing for us.
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But on the contrary we were undeserving Rebels; Christ died for the Ʋngodly.
But on the contrary we were undeserving Rebels; christ died for the Ʋngodly.
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To them who had forfeited all Favour and Mercy, to them was the greatest Favour shewn.
To them who had forfeited all Favour and Mercy, to them was the greatest Favour shown.
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He willingly offered himself to be a Mediator between God and us: He willingly took our Nature, and bore our Sins.
He willingly offered himself to be a Mediator between God and us: He willingly took our Nature, and boar our Sins.
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He laid down his own Life for us.
He laid down his own Life for us.
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He had done us no Good in all he did, if it had not been Voluntary and Free:
He had done us no Good in all he did, if it had not been Voluntary and Free:
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For none but an Innocent and Spotless Sacrifice could have made Atonement for Sin:
For none but an Innocent and Spotless Sacrifice could have made Atonement for since:
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And a Satisfaction for Sin could not justly be taken from the Sufferings of an Innocent Person,
And a Satisfaction for since could not justly be taken from the Sufferings of an Innocent Person,
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unless he had voluntarily undergone those Sufferings:
unless he had voluntarily undergone those Sufferings:
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Our Iniquities could not have been laid upon him, if he had not freely, willingly offered himself to bear the grievous weighty Load.
Our Iniquities could not have been laid upon him, if he had not freely, willingly offered himself to bear the grievous weighty Load.
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Now upon this account 'tis truly said, That by Grace we are Saved, Eph. 2.5. that is, By meer and free Goodness.
Now upon this account it's truly said, That by Grace we Are Saved, Ephesians 2.5. that is, By mere and free goodness.
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And of him 'tis said, He Loved us, and gave himself for us.
And of him it's said, He Loved us, and gave himself for us.
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Thus I have in some measure represented the great Love of the Messiah, or the Son of God, to Mankind;
Thus I have in Some measure represented the great Love of the Messiah, or the Son of God, to Mankind;
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I say in some measure, but I must acknowledge it a very imperfect one: For this Love, as the Apostle justly says, Passes Knowledge, Eph. 3.19. that is, it exceeds and goes beyond a comprehensive Knowledge in us.
I say in Some measure, but I must acknowledge it a very imperfect one: For this Love, as the Apostle justly Says, Passes Knowledge, Ephesians 3.19. that is, it exceeds and Goes beyond a comprehensive Knowledge in us.
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It is greater than that the Tongues of Men can express, or the Wit and Capacity of Angels can have a perfect? Conception of.
It is greater than that the Tongues of Men can express, or the Wit and Capacity of Angels can have a perfect? Conception of.
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It must suffice us to know, that 'tis a Free, Beneficent, Condescending Love; that 'tis very Necessary, very Important and Advantagious to us;
It must suffice us to know, that it's a Free, Beneficent, Condescending Love; that it's very Necessary, very Important and Advantageous to us;
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and that 'tis upon these accounts a most valuable, most obliging, and a wonderful Love. And these things, I think, do appear in what has been now said of it.
and that it's upon these accounts a most valuable, most obliging, and a wondered Love. And these things, I think, do appear in what has been now said of it.
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And from hence, I think, we must needs be disposed to acknowledge, that such a Love as this deserves a very peculiar Sense and Remembrance of it in us:
And from hence, I think, we must needs be disposed to acknowledge, that such a Love as this deserves a very peculiar Sense and Remembrance of it in us:
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So that I hope we are prepared to entertain what must be said on the second part of the Discourse.
So that I hope we Are prepared to entertain what must be said on the second part of the Discourse.
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I proposed to shew, in the second place, How we should remember this great Love of the Son of God, who became the Messiah, towards Mankind.
I proposed to show, in the second place, How we should Remember this great Love of the Son of God, who became the Messiah, towards Mankind.
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Let us see, then, with what Characters and Effects this is fit to be remembred by us.
Let us see, then, with what Characters and Effects this is fit to be remembered by us.
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1. Our Remembrance of this should be attended with very frequent and delightful Thoughts of it,
1. Our Remembrance of this should be attended with very frequent and delightful Thoughts of it,
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and of the Great things which it has done for us.
and of the Great things which it has done for us.
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It must be a very lively Remembrance, and therefore must bring it often to our Minds,
It must be a very lively Remembrance, and Therefore must bring it often to our Minds,
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and it should also mightily affect us, or else it is not suitable to, or worthy of so great and matchless a Love.
and it should also mightily affect us, or Else it is not suitable to, or worthy of so great and matchless a Love.
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The Remembrance of this ought to be an Inhabitant, not a Sojourner in our Minds:
The Remembrance of this ought to be an Inhabitant, not a Sojourner in our Minds:
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It should be the very Disposition and Temper of our Souls to think of it, to be affected with it.
It should be the very Disposition and Temper of our Souls to think of it, to be affected with it.
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The Love of Christ, and thoughts of that, ought to be our common Antidote against Temptation or Lust;
The Love of christ, and thoughts of that, ought to be our Common Antidote against Temptation or Lust;
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our ordinary Comfort and Support under Worldly Crosses and Afflictions:
our ordinary Comfort and Support under Worldly Crosses and Afflictions:
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This should at all times delight and please us, this should be our greatest and our strong Consolation;
This should At all times delight and please us, this should be our greatest and our strong Consolation;
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it should be more pleasant to us than the pleasantest things of this World.
it should be more pleasant to us than the Pleasantest things of this World.
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And if it were thus pleasant to us to Meditate on this Love, it could not be but we should very frequently return to the thoughts of it. These things necessarily go together;
And if it were thus pleasant to us to Meditate on this Love, it could not be but we should very frequently return to the thoughts of it. These things necessarily go together;
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therefore the Spouse in the Text, when she had said to the King, We will be Glad and Rejoyce in thee:
Therefore the Spouse in the Text, when she had said to the King, We will be Glad and Rejoice in thee:
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She very fitly adds, We will remember thy Love more than Wine.
She very fitly adds, We will Remember thy Love more than Wine.
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Intimating, that if the Love of Jesus be our greatest Delight, our chiefest Solace and Pleasure, it will and must needs be very often in our Thoughts, more often than the smaller Consolations of this World.
Intimating, that if the Love of jesus be our greatest Delight, our chiefest Solace and Pleasure, it will and must needs be very often in our Thoughts, more often than the smaller Consolations of this World.
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It cannot consist with a due Sense of the Redeemer's great Love, to think seldom or very coldly of it.
It cannot consist with a due Sense of the Redeemer's great Love, to think seldom or very coldly of it.
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This is not such a Remembrance as speaks a great Value and Esteem of it; but certainly such an Esteem we ought to have.
This is not such a Remembrance as speaks a great Valve and Esteem of it; but Certainly such an Esteem we ought to have.
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And if we have such, though we should perhaps be apt to forget the mighty Favours and Obligations of his Love,
And if we have such, though we should perhaps be apt to forget the mighty Favours and Obligations of his Love,
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yet we shall not be willing to do so:
yet we shall not be willing to do so:
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But rather the more apt we find our selves to this, the more careful we shall and ought to be, to maintain and keep alive in our selves a due Remembrance of it.
But rather the more apt we find our selves to this, the more careful we shall and ought to be, to maintain and keep alive in our selves a due Remembrance of it.
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Since then the Cares, the Enjoyments, the Businesses, and perhaps the Afflictions of this Life are apt to put this too much out of our Minds,
Since then the Cares, the Enjoyments, the Businesses, and perhaps the Afflictions of this Life Are apt to put this too much out of our Minds,
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or to cool the Remembrance of it;
or to cool the Remembrance of it;
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it becomes us, and is very necessary that we carefully Improve all Occasions and Opportunities of reviving this,
it becomes us, and is very necessary that we carefully Improve all Occasions and Opportunities of reviving this,
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and of making it very Efficacious and Powerful upon our Minds.
and of making it very Efficacious and Powerful upon our Minds.
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And especially when the Redeemer himself has been pleased to direct us to a way of keeping alive a due Sense of his Love, in the Celebration of the Sacrament of his Supper:
And especially when the Redeemer himself has been pleased to Direct us to a Way of keeping alive a due Sense of his Love, in the Celebration of the Sacrament of his Supper:
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This is that which all who Love the Lord Jesus at all, and are desirous to maintain, to increase the Love of him, will mightily value,
This is that which all who Love the Lord jesus At all, and Are desirous to maintain, to increase the Love of him, will mightily valve,
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and very diligently attend upon it. Love cannot endure to be forgetful of so obliging a Lover;
and very diligently attend upon it. Love cannot endure to be forgetful of so obliging a Lover;
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and therefore it will often make use of this Memorial of him, to Antidote against the Cares and Businesses of this Life.
and Therefore it will often make use of this Memorial of him, to Antidote against the Cares and Businesses of this Life.
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We must never suffer our selves, if any endeavour can prevent it, to be unfit for this Sacrament,
We must never suffer our selves, if any endeavour can prevent it, to be unfit for this Sacrament,
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when the Opportunity of receiving it comes.
when the Opportunity of receiving it comes.
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2. Our Remembrance of the Redeemer's Love must produce in us, and be attended with a great Esteem of the Benefits and Advantages which it has purchased for us.
2. Our Remembrance of the Redeemer's Love must produce in us, and be attended with a great Esteem of the Benefits and Advantages which it has purchased for us.
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We ought to account these as things of very great Importance, since he has done so much to obtain them for us;
We ought to account these as things of very great Importance, since he has done so much to obtain them for us;
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to account them really the best and the most Important things, and accordingly to desire or enjoy them.
to account them really the best and the most Important things, and accordingly to desire or enjoy them.
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Do we not despise his Love, if we prefer any thing before these? If we find our selves mightily transported with the Hopes and Prospect of being Great or Rich in this World,
Do we not despise his Love, if we prefer any thing before these? If we find our selves mightily transported with the Hope's and Prospect of being Great or Rich in this World,
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and spurr'd to make the best we can of Circumstances which seem to promise us such things;
and spurred to make the best we can of circumstances which seem to promise us such things;
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but have no Motions of Soul, no suitable Desires or Endeavours upon Hearing that we may be reconcil'd to God, that we may be the Objects of his Eternal Love, that we may obtain Everlasting and Perfect Joy and Felicity from the Love of Jesus, this is a sign that we value more the good things of this Transitory World,
but have no Motions of Soul, no suitable Desires or Endeavours upon Hearing that we may be reconciled to God, that we may be the Objects of his Eternal Love, that we may obtain Everlasting and Perfect Joy and Felicity from the Love of jesus, this is a Signen that we valve more the good things of this Transitory World,
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than the Eternal Purchases of his Love and Sufferings.
than the Eternal Purchases of his Love and Sufferings.
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The Spouse in our Text says, in the Name of all truly Believing and Loving Souls, We will Remember thy Love more then Wine.
The Spouse in our Text Says, in the Name of all truly Believing and Loving Souls, We will remember thy Love more then Wine.
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It shall be more Pleasant to us, shall be of greater Esteem with us, than any Pleasant or Useful thing of this World.
It shall be more Pleasant to us, shall be of greater Esteem with us, than any Pleasant or Useful thing of this World.
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Such an Esteem and Preference of those things, the Apostle Paul expresses too, Phil. 3.8. I count all things (says he) but Loss for the Excellency of the Knowledge of Jesus Christ my Lord;
Such an Esteem and Preference of those things, the Apostle Paul Expresses too, Philip 3.8. I count all things (Says he) but Loss for the Excellency of the Knowledge of jesus christ my Lord;
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And I account them but Dung, that I may win Christ. And I account them but Dung, that I may win christ.
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3. Our Remembrance of the Love of Christ, ought to produce in us an Ardent and Sincere Love to him.
3. Our Remembrance of the Love of christ, ought to produce in us an ardent and Sincere Love to him.
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If we do think of and Remember this, without Love to him, How unreasonable and unsuitable were this!
If we do think of and remember this, without Love to him, How unreasonable and unsuitable were this!
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How great a Flame of Affection should so great a Love as his kindle in us!
How great a Flame of Affection should so great a Love as his kindle in us!
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We were altogether unworthy of his Love, yet he has first loved us:
We were altogether unworthy of his Love, yet he has First loved us:
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But if we do not answer his Love with a mutual Affection, we make our selves yet further unworthy of it.
But if we do not answer his Love with a mutual Affection, we make our selves yet further unworthy of it.
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Let us consider, how greatly displeasing it must needs be to him, to have done so much for us, to have so exceedingly desir'd our Love, to have courted and sought our Affections with so vast Obligations,
Let us Consider, how greatly displeasing it must needs be to him, to have done so much for us, to have so exceedingly desired our Love, to have courted and sought our Affections with so vast Obligations,
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and yet to be slighted and despised.
and yet to be slighted and despised.
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If we render him the best Love we can, it will yet be infinitely below his;
If we render him the best Love we can, it will yet be infinitely below his;
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we can never fully requite it. Love is the best return we can make him; 'tis the best thing we have to give, and 'tis that which he values most:
we can never Fully requite it. Love is the best return we can make him; it's the best thing we have to give, and it's that which he value's most:
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And shall we not give him that, who has given, as we may say, his best to us;
And shall we not give him that, who has given, as we may say, his best to us;
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Who has laid down his Life for us, and, in a Sense, parted with Glory and Happiness to do us Good? Let us Love him,
Who has laid down his Life for us, and, in a Sense, parted with Glory and Happiness to do us Good? Let us Love him,
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then, as he does infinitely deserve, and study to express our Love to him in the whole Course of our Lives.
then, as he does infinitely deserve, and study to express our Love to him in the Whole Course of our Lives.
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Let us, as he himself directs, Love him and keep his Commandments:
Let us, as he himself directs, Love him and keep his commandments:
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Express our Love by a great readiness to do his Will, and by giving up our selves to Serve and Please him:
Express our Love by a great readiness to do his Will, and by giving up our selves to Serve and Please him:
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To be intirely his, who, in a sort, has been entirely ours! Let us Live to him that Died for us:
To be entirely his, who, in a sort, has been entirely ours! Let us Live to him that Died for us:
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Love must be Diligent and Constant in the Duties and Services which he gives us to perform;
Love must be Diligent and Constant in the Duties and Services which he gives us to perform;
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must do all it can to please him; and be glad to know any thing that will please him.
must do all it can to please him; and be glad to know any thing that will please him.
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When it has done all it can, it will think all but little in comparison to his Great Love and Obligations:
When it has done all it can, it will think all but little in comparison to his Great Love and Obligations:
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It will, then, never be a-weary of well-doing; of doing that which he requires; of the most Laborious Service, or Patient Suffering for his Sake.
It will, then, never be aweary of welldoing; of doing that which he requires; of the most Laborious Service, or Patient Suffering for his Sake.
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And Love will also be very Sensible of whatever is Offensive to him: It will endure nothing that would displease him:
And Love will also be very Sensible of whatever is Offensive to him: It will endure nothing that would displease him:
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It will be wounded with a great deal of Grief for whatever Sins it falls into,
It will be wounded with a great deal of Grief for whatever Sins it falls into,
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when it considers that these were the things that wounded and killed the Loving Jesus. He that Loves much, will be more Sorry for the least Failings, for ordinary Infirmities,
when it considers that these were the things that wounded and killed the Loving jesus. He that Loves much, will be more Sorry for the least Failings, for ordinary Infirmities,
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than others would be for the Greatest Enormities. Love will mortifie the most Darling Sins, whatever Pleasure or Conveniency they may promise:
than Others would be for the Greatest Enormities. Love will mortify the most Darling Sins, whatever Pleasure or Conveniency they may promise:
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It will teach a Man to deny himself any thing, to comply with the Will, and serve the Interest of him whom we Love.
It will teach a Man to deny himself any thing, to comply with the Will, and serve the Interest of him whom we Love.
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If we have a due Sense of the Love of Christ to Mankind, and do truly Love him for it, we shall be ready to say to him, in the meaning of what the Church speaks in our Text. O Jesu, Thou art my Love, Thou art my chief Consolation and Delight, Thou art the only Joy of my Soul!
If we have a due Sense of the Love of christ to Mankind, and do truly Love him for it, we shall be ready to say to him, in the meaning of what the Church speaks in our Text. O Jesu, Thou art my Love, Thou art my chief Consolation and Delight, Thou art the only Joy of my Soul!
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Whom have I in Heaven but thee, and there is none on Earth that I can desire besides thee: Whom have I in Heaven but thee, and there is none on Earth that I can desire beside thee:
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While others place their Satisfaction in Wealth or Worldly Honours;
While Others place their Satisfaction in Wealth or Worldly Honours;
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While some are transported with the Pleasures of Sense, I value nothing but thee, I love none so much as thee:
While Some Are transported with the Pleasures of Sense, I valve nothing but thee, I love none so much as thee:
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Thy Love, Dear Lord, is my highest Honour, thy Love is my richest Wealth, my Sweetest Pleasure.
Thy Love, Dear Lord, is my highest Honour, thy Love is my Richest Wealth, my Sweetest Pleasure.
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I will be Glad and Rejoyce in thee. Night and Day will I Solace my self with thee.I will be Glad and Rejoice in thee. Night and Day will I Solace my self with thee.
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I will chiefly entertain my self, while I am in this World, with thy Love, and the inestimable Benefits it affords:
I will chiefly entertain my self, while I am in this World, with thy Love, and the inestimable Benefits it affords:
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My Thoughts shall often carry my Soul to thee, till I can come my self to dwell with thee;
My Thoughts shall often carry my Soul to thee, till I can come my self to dwell with thee;
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and I will remember thee rather than any thing else, I will remember thy Love more then Wine.
and I will Remember thee rather than any thing Else, I will Remember thy Love more then Wine.
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The PRAYER. O Blessed Jesu, Prince of Peace, and greatest Lover of Mankind, have Mercy upon us. O Christ, Hear us.
The PRAYER. Oh Blessed Jesu, Prince of Peace, and greatest Lover of Mankind, have Mercy upon us. O christ, Hear us.
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We Adore thee, O Lord, we Magnifie, we Praise thee for the Wonderful Love thou hast shewn to Miserable and Lost Sinners!
We Adore thee, Oh Lord, we Magnify, we Praise thee for the Wondered Love thou hast shown to Miserable and Lost Sinners!
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There is no Love like thine!
There is no Love like thine!
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O how Willing, how Desirous, hast thou appeared to Save us, in thy Condescending so low,
O how Willing, how Desirous, hast thou appeared to Save us, in thy Condescending so low,
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as to take our Mean and Poor Nature upon thee! And yet lower, in thy bearing the Form of a Servant among us!
as to take our Mean and Poor Nature upon thee! And yet lower, in thy bearing the From of a Servant among us!
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And lower yet, in thy undergoing for us a Bitter, Sameful, and Accursed Death! O Love unspeakable, exalted beyond all Blessing and Praise!
And lower yet, in thy undergoing for us a Bitter, Sameful, and Accursed Death! O Love unspeakable, exalted beyond all Blessing and Praise!
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That thou shouldest give thy self to be Wounded for us, that we might be Healed of the Wounds we had Foolishly given our selves!
That thou Shouldst give thy self to be Wounded for us, that we might be Healed of the Wounds we had Foolishly given our selves!
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And to Die, that we might recover from the Death we had thrown our selves into!
And to Die, that we might recover from the Death we had thrown our selves into!
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And might Live an Eternal Life!
And might Live an Eternal Life!
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This thy Love we highly Value and Esteem, for so Great and Inestimable Benefits, at a great Cost to thy self procur'd for us by it.
This thy Love we highly Valve and Esteem, for so Great and Inestimable Benefits, At a great Cost to thy self procured for us by it.
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And we must acknowledge it is due to thy Love, that it be often in our Thoughts, that we think of it with Ardent Affections;
And we must acknowledge it is due to thy Love, that it be often in our Thoughts, that we think of it with ardent Affections;
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and that we do Esteem above all things, the Benefits which it has purchased, and is willing to bestow.
and that we do Esteem above all things, the Benefits which it has purchased, and is willing to bestow.
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We Thank thee, O Lord, that we have leave to desire so Great and Necessary things,
We Thank thee, Oh Lord, that we have leave to desire so Great and Necessary things,
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and that we have Hopes to Obtain them. And to thee we come, on thee alone we rely for our Salvation.
and that we have Hope's to Obtain them. And to thee we come, on thee alone we rely for our Salvation.
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Since thy Love has condescended to purchase this for us, we cannot doubt of thy Willingness to bestow it.
Since thy Love has condescended to purchase this for us, we cannot doubt of thy Willingness to bestow it.
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We believe, O Lord, that those who come unto thee, thou wilt in no wise reject.
We believe, Oh Lord, that those who come unto thee, thou wilt in no wise reject.
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Thou hast not lost that Mighty Love to Sinners, which brought thee from Heaven, since thou art ascended thither.
Thou hast not lost that Mighty Love to Sinners, which brought thee from Heaven, since thou art ascended thither.
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Behold, then, a small handful of Miserable Creatures here before thee, and O Son of David have Mercy upon us.
Behold, then, a small handful of Miserable Creatures Here before thee, and Oh Son of David have Mercy upon us.
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We are all Polluted with Sin, which like a Leprosie overspreads us; but, Lord, if thou wilt thou canst make us Clean.
We Are all Polluted with since, which like a Leprosy overspreads us; but, Lord, if thou wilt thou Canst make us Clean.
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O wash us throughly from our Iniquity, and cleanse us from our Sin. We are grieved and wearied with the Burthen of our Guilt, let us with thee find rest to our Souls.
O wash us thoroughly from our Iniquity, and cleanse us from our Sin. We Are grieved and wearied with the Burden of our Gilded, let us with thee find rest to our Souls.
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We fear the Terrible Wrath which our Iniquities have deserved, O Lamb of God, that takest away the Sins of the World, Grant us thy Peace.
We Fear the Terrible Wrath which our Iniquities have deserved, Oh Lamb of God, that Takest away the Sins of the World, Grant us thy Peace.
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We have nothing, O Lord, but Misery to bring to obtain thy Mercy and Favour;
We have nothing, Oh Lord, but Misery to bring to obtain thy Mercy and Favour;
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and to thy Infinite and Free Love we need bring nothing but an Humble Penitent Sense of our Misery.
and to thy Infinite and Free Love we need bring nothing but an Humble Penitent Sense of our Misery.
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Take us, then, we beseech thee, under thy Protection; Procure for us, by thy Intercession, what thou hast purchased for Lost Sinners.
Take us, then, we beseech thee, under thy Protection; Procure for us, by thy Intercession, what thou hast purchased for Lost Sinners.
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And let all our Sins be Forgiven to us:
And let all our Sins be Forgiven to us:
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Give us the Grace of thy Holy Spirit, to Amend our Lives according to thy Holy Word:
Give us the Grace of thy Holy Spirit, to Amend our Lives according to thy Holy Word:
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Loosen the Bonds of our Iniquity, and set our Wretched Souls at Liberty to run the Way of thy Commandments.
Loosen the Bonds of our Iniquity, and Set our Wretched Souls At Liberty to run the Way of thy commandments.
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It is the Just Purpose and Resolution of our Souls, to Live to thee, who hast Died for us;
It is the Just Purpose and Resolution of our Souls, to Live to thee, who hast Died for us;
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to deny our selves to Please thee, to take up our Cross and follow thee: O let thy Grace be sufficient for us.
to deny our selves to Please thee, to take up our Cross and follow thee: Oh let thy Grace be sufficient for us.
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Grant us to live as becomes the Gospel, and to adorn the Doctrin of God our Saviour in all things.
Grant us to live as becomes the Gospel, and to adorn the Doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
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Let thy Favour vouchsafe to guide us by thy Counsel while we are here, and bring us at last unto thy Glory.
Let thy Favour vouchsafe to guide us by thy Counsel while we Are Here, and bring us At last unto thy Glory.
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Let thy Love, O Blessed Jesu, be known to all the World, that all Men may Praise the Lord for his Goodness,
Let thy Love, Oh Blessed Jesu, be known to all the World, that all Men may Praise the Lord for his goodness,
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and for his Wonderful Works to the Children of Men.
and for his Wondered Works to the Children of Men.
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Inspire, we beseech thee, thy Universal Church with a Spirit of Truth, Unity, Meekness and Obedience.
Inspire, we beseech thee, thy Universal Church with a Spirit of Truth, Unity, Meekness and obedience.
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Let all that name the Name of Christ depart from Iniquity.
Let all that name the Name of christ depart from Iniquity.
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Save and Defend all Christian Kings, Princes and Governors, especially William and Mary our King and Queen:
Save and Defend all Christian Kings, Princes and Governors, especially William and Marry our King and Queen:
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Give them all an Abundant Portion of thy Spirit, that they may Rule to thy Glory;
Give them all an Abundant Portion of thy Spirit, that they may Rule to thy Glory;
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their own Comfort, and their Peoples Wellfare.
their own Comfort, and their Peoples Welfare.
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Give all Subjects the Grace to Honour and Obey their Governors as thy Representatives and Vicegerents in the World.
Give all Subject's the Grace to Honour and Obey their Governors as thy Representatives and Vicegerents in the World.
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Bring all that are related to us, to Know and Love thee, and Submit to thee,
Bring all that Are related to us, to Know and Love thee, and Submit to thee,
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and to be Partakers of the Matchless Benefits of thy Love.
and to be Partakers of the Matchless Benefits of thy Love.
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We Thank thee, O Lord, for all thy Goodness to us, for such a measure as we have enjoy'd of things necessary for Life and Godliness;
We Thank thee, Oh Lord, for all thy goodness to us, for such a measure as we have enjoyed of things necessary for Life and Godliness;
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particularly for the Temporal and Spiritual Mercies of this day; Let all Advance us in Faith, and Love, and Obedience.
particularly for the Temporal and Spiritual mercies of this day; Let all Advance us in Faith, and Love, and obedience.
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Obtain for us, O Jesu, a Comfortable and Quiet Rest this Night, and that we may rise the next Morning with Health and Strength, may continue useful in our several Places to thee and to one another all our Days;
Obtain for us, Oh Jesu, a Comfortable and Quiet Rest this Night, and that we may rise the next Morning with Health and Strength, may continue useful in our several Places to thee and to one Another all our Days;
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and when we go hence may be admitted to Eternal Rest. All our Requests we put up in thy Name,
and when we go hence may be admitted to Eternal Rest. All our Requests we put up in thy Name,
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as thou hast directed us, and conclude them in the words thou hast taught us, saying, OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
as thou hast directed us, and conclude them in the words thou hast taught us, saying, OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
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Thy Will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily Bread.
Thy Will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily Bred.
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And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us. And lead us not into Temptation;
And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us. And led us not into Temptation;
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But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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The Danger and Unreasonableness of Following a Multitude to do Evil, Represented. Let us Pray.
The Danger and Unreasonableness of Following a Multitude to do Evil, Represented. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Exodus 23.2. and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. Exodus 23.2.
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Thou shalt not Follow a Multitude to do Evil.
Thou shalt not Follow a Multitude to do Evil.
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THIS Text of Scripture supposes the Generality and Commonness of Evil in the World, to be a very great Snare and Temptation to Men:
THIS Text of Scripture supposes the Generality and Commonness of Evil in the World, to be a very great Snare and Temptation to Men:
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And this, indeed, is what our own Observation may also abundantly convince us of.
And this, indeed, is what our own Observation may also abundantly convince us of.
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We may see, that when any Multitudes of Men do Wickedly, there are but few Young Persons that can grow up into the World, without being carried away with the Common Stream:
We may see, that when any Multitudes of Men do Wickedly, there Are but few Young Persons that can grow up into the World, without being carried away with the Common Stream:
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And we may as often see, that those who are involved in the Common Wickedness, will not be reclaim'd;
And we may as often see, that those who Are involved in the Common Wickedness, will not be reclaimed;
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they are hardned in their Evil Courses by the Number of the Guilty.
they Are hardened in their Evil Courses by the Number of the Guilty.
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A General Wickedness is like a General Plague, in which the Sound are in great Danger of Falling Sick,
A General Wickedness is like a General Plague, in which the Found Are in great Danger of Falling Sick,
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and the Sick are in the greater Danger of Dying of the Disease.
and the Sick Are in the greater Danger of Dying of the Disease.
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Now to oppose the Danger and ill Influence of this too forcible Temptation in the best way I can think of, I shall first enquire into the Nature of it, to find out in what ways it chiefly has its Malignant Influences;
Now to oppose the Danger and ill Influence of this too forcible Temptation in the best Way I can think of, I shall First inquire into the Nature of it, to find out in what ways it chiefly has its Malignant Influences;
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and then I shall oppose proper Remedies or Arguments against it. The following Diseourse, then, must consist of these Parts.
and then I shall oppose proper Remedies or Arguments against it. The following Diseourse, then, must consist of these Parts.
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The First to shew, How or in what way the Multitude of Sinners is apt to have so bad an Influence;
The First to show, How or in what Way the Multitude of Sinners is apt to have so bad an Influence;
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which will be something towards the Preventing or Curing of it.
which will be something towards the Preventing or Curing of it.
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The Second is, To Oppose against the Temptation, such Considerations as are proper Remedies of it.
The Second is, To Oppose against the Temptation, such Considerations as Are proper Remedies of it.
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To shew, in the first place, How the Common Wickedness is wont to prevail upon Men, with its Infectious Influence, I must defire that these following Particulars may be observed.
To show, in the First place, How the Common Wickedness is wont to prevail upon Men, with its Infectious Influence, I must desire that these following Particulars may be observed.
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1. It comes to pass partly by this Means:
1. It comes to pass partly by this Means:
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Men are very apt to think that Innocent and Good, which the Common Practice and Custom have entertain'd.
Men Are very apt to think that Innocent and Good, which the Common Practice and Custom have entertained.
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They will suppose there is good reason for the common Practice, though they know not any.
They will suppose there is good reason for the Common Practice, though they know not any.
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Some, if they have but a great Number of Presidents for what they do, will think to justifie and allow themselves in the doing it from thence, without considering whether they are Good Presidents or Bad ones.
some, if they have but a great Number of Presidents for what they do, will think to justify and allow themselves in the doing it from thence, without considering whither they Are Good Presidents or Bad ones.
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If the Nations of the World have commonly done such things, or it has been the ordinary Practice of their own Nation in like cases to do so, this they will have to prove the Lawfulness of the thing whatever it is.
If the nations of the World have commonly done such things, or it has been the ordinary Practice of their own nation in like cases to do so, this they will have to prove the Lawfulness of the thing whatever it is.
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With some it goes for a just Maxim or Rule, That the Voice of the People is the Voice of God.
With Some it Goes for a just Maxim or Rule, That the Voice of the People is the Voice of God.
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And so when the People of Ephesus cried out for two hours together, Great is Diana of the Ephesians, Acts 19.28. this, according to these Men, should rather be accounted the Voice of God, than the Preaching of a despised Apostle.
And so when the People of Ephesus cried out for two hours together, Great is Diana of the Ephesians, Acts 19.28. this, according to these Men, should rather be accounted the Voice of God, than the Preaching of a despised Apostle.
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When a Multitude joyn in any Wickedness, and carry their Unjust Will and Designs by their Number, This is a great Temptation with many, to think that God approves their Designs:
When a Multitude join in any Wickedness, and carry their Unjust Will and Designs by their Number, This is a great Temptation with many, to think that God approves their Designs:
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And that which Prospers they will have to be Good; that which cannot Prosper they will have to be Evil:
And that which Prospers they will have to be Good; that which cannot Prosper they will have to be Evil:
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And who shall dare to condemn that which God does, as they think, Justifie and Approve? The worst Designs,
And who shall Dare to condemn that which God does, as they think, Justify and Approve? The worst Designs,
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if they can draw in great Numbers of Men, shall pretend to be Lawful, Just and Necessary;
if they can draw in great Numbers of Men, shall pretend to be Lawful, Just and Necessary;
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plausible Reasons are found out for them, as it is easie to do for any thing, by the Crafty Managers of the Designs;
plausible Reasons Are found out for them, as it is easy to do for any thing, by the Crafty Managers of the Designs;
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and specious Names and fair Colours are put upon them:
and specious Names and fair Colours Are put upon them:
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And these Amuse and Deceive the Unthinking Multitude, and then none shall Contradict or find Fault with them but at their Peril:
And these Amuse and Deceive the Unthinking Multitude, and then none shall Contradict or find Fault with them but At their Peril:
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They will not hear that any thing is amiss in what they are thus manag'd to have a mind to do.
They will not hear that any thing is amiss in what they Are thus managed to have a mind to do.
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And if the Multitude generally agree in any thing, though 'tis commonly but a little while that they do so,
And if the Multitude generally agree in any thing, though it's commonly but a little while that they do so,
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and cry it up for Good and Just, it looks with the World like Arrogance and Pride for any Man to Dissent from them,
and cry it up for Good and Just, it looks with the World like Arrogance and Pride for any Man to Dissent from them,
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and every one will be ready to say to such a Person, What, will you think your self Wiser than all the World? Thus a Mistake,
and every one will be ready to say to such a Person, What, will you think your self Wiser than all the World? Thus a Mistake,
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if it be common, though never so gross an one, may set up for Truth,
if it be Common, though never so gross an one, may Set up for Truth,
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and Common Evil for Good, and may pass for such with many, because they must not be confuted or exposed.
and Common Evil for Good, and may pass for such with many, Because they must not be confuted or exposed.
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2. The Ill Influence of Common Wickedness proceeds in a great measure from hence; That it takes away much of the Restraint of Shame.
2. The Ill Influence of Common Wickedness proceeds in a great measure from hence; That it Takes away much of the Restraint of Shame.
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This, as long as it remains in a Man, has some Power to keep him Religious, Sober and Obedient:
This, as long as it remains in a Man, has Some Power to keep him Religious, Sobrium and Obedient:
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But if he is not asham'd to be otherwise, any Temptation and Opportunity will be able to Corrupt him:
But if he is not ashamed to be otherwise, any Temptation and Opportunity will be able to Corrupt him:
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The removal of Shame to do Ill, destroys and weakens Conscience;
The removal of Shame to do Ill, Destroys and weakens Conscience;
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So that it shall either not Check a Man at all for it, or too feebly to Restrain him.
So that it shall either not Check a Man At all for it, or too feebly to Restrain him.
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And there is nothing more apt to destroy this Restraint, than to meet with a Multitude of Offenders, to have a great deal of Company in doing Ill:
And there is nothing more apt to destroy this Restraint, than to meet with a Multitude of Offenders, to have a great deal of Company in doing Ill:
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The Commonness of Sin always adds Boldness to it;
The Commonness of since always adds Boldness to it;
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and that which hides it self when but few are Guilty, grows Impudent enough to face the Sun when many are.
and that which hides it self when but few Are Guilty, grows Impudent enough to face the Sun when many Are.
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Men are not asham'd to do an Evil thing, when where-ever they come almost they find others that are dip'd in the same Guilt;
Men Are not ashamed to do an Evil thing, when wherever they come almost they find Others that Are dipped in the same Gilded;
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then they every where meet with some that will Justifie and Defend, or Excuse it:
then they every where meet with Some that will Justify and Defend, or Excuse it:
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Or at least they will not fear to be reprov'd for it, so often as otherwise they might expect to be:
Or At least they will not Fear to be reproved for it, so often as otherwise they might expect to be:
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They know they shall not be Condemn'd by those that are guilty of the same thing,
They know they shall not be Condemned by those that Are guilty of the same thing,
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or that they can easily Despise and Retort the Reproof and Condemnation of such Men:
or that they can Easily Despise and Retort the Reproof and Condemnation of such Men:
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But especially if the Multitude of the Offenders has given a Man a good Opinion of an evil Thing, it is no wonder if in that case he is not asham'd to do, and to own it.
But especially if the Multitude of the Offenders has given a Man a good Opinion of an evil Thing, it is no wonder if in that case he is not ashamed to do, and to own it.
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3. The Commonness of Vice and Sin does usually many ways take off the Restraint of Humane Laws:
3. The Commonness of Vice and since does usually many ways take off the Restraint of Humane Laws:
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Thus is another great Restraint of Wickedness taken out of the way, and thus it cannot chuse but do a great deal of Harm in the World.
Thus is Another great Restraint of Wickedness taken out of the Way, and thus it cannot choose but do a great deal of Harm in the World.
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Since Corrupt Nature inclines to do Evil, and there are many Temptations to it in this World, the less Restraint there is, the more Wickedness there must needs be;
Since Corrupt Nature inclines to do Evil, and there Are many Temptations to it in this World, the less Restraint there is, the more Wickedness there must needs be;
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and then, when it is common, it will still be so, and when many are Wicked, more will be Wicked.
and then, when it is Common, it will still be so, and when many Are Wicked, more will be Wicked.
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In this case hardly will any Laws at all be made against Vice and Wickedness,
In this case hardly will any Laws At all be made against Vice and Wickedness,
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or if any be, they shall be so Soft and Gentle ones, as shall never be effectual to cure it.
or if any be, they shall be so Soft and Gentle ones, as shall never be effectual to cure it.
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If a Multitude, Debauch'd and Corrupted in Principles or Manners, have the chusing of those that shall make Laws for them, will they not chuse such as are most like themselves? Such as are tainted with the common Sins? And are any good Laws ever to be expected against Debauchery and Prophaneness, from Debauched and Prophane Men? Or against Unquiet Faction,
If a Multitude, Debauched and Corrupted in Principles or Manners, have the choosing of those that shall make Laws for them, will they not choose such as Are most like themselves? Such as Are tainted with the Common Sins? And Are any good Laws ever to be expected against Debauchery and Profaneness, from Debauched and Profane Men? Or against Unquiet Faction,
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and Restless Endeavours to alter Governments, by Men that are Factious themselves, and that desire Alterations,
and Restless Endeavours to altar Governments, by Men that Are Factious themselves, and that desire Alterations,
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for the gratifying their own Pride and Lust of Ruling, or of their Covetousness by having their Neighbours Property at their Mercy?
for the gratifying their own Pride and Lust of Ruling, or of their Covetousness by having their Neighbours Property At their Mercy?
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But if Strict and Severe Laws, against Sin and Wickedness, were made before the time of General Corruption,
But if Strict and Severe Laws, against since and Wickedness, were made before the time of General Corruption,
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then, as it is for want of a good Execution of those Laws, that Wickedness has so generally prevailed so,
then, as it is for want of a good Execution of those Laws, that Wickedness has so generally prevailed so,
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while it is so common, that Execution is likely to be wofully relaxed: And very hard it will be to execute them to any effectual degree.
while it is so Common, that Execution is likely to be woefully relaxed: And very hard it will be to execute them to any effectual degree.
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When Wickedness is very common, perhaps many of the Great are Guilty; and because they find ways to escape Punishment, many others will escape too.
When Wickedness is very Common, perhaps many of the Great Are Guilty; and Because they find ways to escape Punishment, many Others will escape too.
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They, according to the Old and Wise Similitude, like Wasps and Hornets, break through the Cobwebs of Law,
They, according to the Old and Wise Similitude, like Wasps and Hornets, break through the Cobwebs of Law,
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and then the lesser Flies pass safe through the holes which they make:
and then the lesser Flies pass safe through the holes which they make:
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To punish some and not others, is a Partiality that Disparages any Government, and by consequence weakens it,
To Punish Some and not Others, is a Partiality that Disparages any Government, and by consequence weakens it,
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and lessens the Reverence and Fear of it in the Minds of Men.
and lessens the reverence and fear of it in the Minds of Men.
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Further, when there is a great Multitude of Offenders, Justice is as it were discouraged from attempting to reform them,
Further, when there is a great Multitude of Offenders, justice is as it were discouraged from attempting to reform them,
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because the Work is Great, and likely to be Long and Difficult.
Because the Work is Great, and likely to be Long and Difficult.
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And it being generally an Unpleasing Work to Punish, Men are easily perswaded to let it alone, to yield to the Seeming Necessity of the Time,
And it being generally an Unpleasing Work to punish, Men Are Easily persuaded to let it alone, to yield to the Seeming Necessity of the Time,
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and let things go as they will;
and let things go as they will;
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And the Relaxation of Discipline and the Execution of Laws, takes place under the specious Name of Clemency and Mildness of Government.
And the Relaxation of Discipline and the Execution of Laws, Takes place under the specious Name of Clemency and Mildness of Government.
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Further, In Times of Common Wickedness, perhaps the Magistrates themselves are commonly Guilty of that which they should Punish in others,
Further, In Times of Common Wickedness, perhaps the Magistrates themselves Are commonly Guilty of that which they should punish in Others,
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and it may be hard for a Religious and Good Prince to find out such to make Magistrates of as are not so.
and it may be hard for a Religious and Good Prince to find out such to make Magistrates of as Are not so.
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But those that are Corrupt themselves, will never be Industrious, or Steady, in the putting Good Laws in Execution against Offenders.
But those that Are Corrupt themselves, will never be Industria, or Steady, in the putting Good Laws in Execution against Offenders.
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Lastly, Sometimes a Multitude of Offenders are too Strong for the Arms of Justice;
Lastly, Sometime a Multitude of Offenders Are too Strong for the Arms of justice;
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and then instead of Fearing the Magistrate, they will make him stand in Fear of them;
and then instead of Fearing the Magistrate, they will make him stand in fear of them;
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and perhaps if he endeavours to Restrain them from their Beloved Wickednesses, they will Dispose of him.
and perhaps if he endeavours to Restrain them from their beloved Wickednesses, they will Dispose of him.
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By these ways is the Restraint of Humane Laws much taken off, when this is the Condition of any Time and People.
By these ways is the Restraint of Humane Laws much taken off, when this is the Condition of any Time and People.
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4. When Wickedness is very Common, it will seem necessary to many Men to comply with it for the sake of their Worldly Interest;
4. When Wickedness is very Common, it will seem necessary to many Men to comply with it for the sake of their Worldly Interest;
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and this shall draw them to be Partners and Companions in it. They find this perhaps Useful or Necessary to the carrying on their Trade;
and this shall draw them to be Partners and Sodales in it. They find this perhaps Useful or Necessary to the carrying on their Trade;
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they are link'd to a sort of Sinners by the business, which maintains or makes them rich;
they Are linked to a sort of Sinners by the business, which maintains or makes them rich;
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and it must be carried on still by their holding a fair Correspondence with these, and therefore they must follow their Evil ways:
and it must be carried on still by their holding a fair Correspondence with these, and Therefore they must follow their Evil ways:
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And either they will not fairly examine those ways, for fear they should be convinced of the Evil of them,
And either they will not fairly examine those ways, for Fear they should be convinced of the Evil of them,
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or they will dissemble their Conviction out of regard to their Interest.
or they will dissemble their Conviction out of regard to their Interest.
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Some are mightily desirous of common popular Applause, and they flatter the Multitude, and Swim with the Stream, that they may be carried and buoyed up by it.
some Are mightily desirous of Common popular Applause, and they flatter the Multitude, and Swim with the Stream, that they may be carried and buoyed up by it.
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There are few that have the Courage to go against a common Stream, for fear it should sink them.
There Are few that have the Courage to go against a Common Stream, for Fear it should sink them.
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And if a Man does not comply with the Multitude, he must expect to live as in a Wilderness, to have few or no Friends but many Enemies;
And if a Man does not comply with the Multitude, he must expect to live as in a Wilderness, to have few or no Friends but many Enemies;
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to have very little Benefit or Kindness from the World, and to meet with rather a great deal of Malice and Mischief.
to have very little Benefit or Kindness from the World, and to meet with rather a great deal of Malice and Mischief.
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But these are Temptations of great Force, and such as but few can withstand:
But these Are Temptations of great Force, and such as but few can withstand:
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While we live in this World, we must often need the Kindness, and Friendship, and Assistances of others;
While we live in this World, we must often need the Kindness, and Friendship, and Assistances of Others;
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and it will be very hard for a Man to chuse, or be steady in that Course in which he is forsaken of Friends, and shall have many Enemies.
and it will be very hard for a Man to choose, or be steady in that Course in which he is forsaken of Friends, and shall have many Enemies.
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Especially is this hard to us, because we are commonly Defective in our Trust in God:
Especially is this hard to us, Because we Are commonly Defective in our Trust in God:
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We do not know how to believe the Psalmist, when he says, Trust in the Lord, and do Good,
We do not know how to believe the Psalmist, when he Says, Trust in the Lord, and do Good,
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so shalt thou dwell in the Land, and verily thou shalt be fed, Psal. 37.3.so shalt thou dwell in the Land, and verily thou shalt be fed, Psalm 37.3.
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And we can hardly believe our Saviour, when he says, Seek ye first the Kingdom of God,
And we can hardly believe our Saviour, when he Says, Seek you First the Kingdom of God,
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and the Righteousness thereof, and all these things shall be added unto you, Matt. 6.33.and the Righteousness thereof, and all these things shall be added unto you, Matt. 6.33.
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And this is further difficult, by reason of our common Excessive Desires after the things of this World,
And this is further difficult, by reason of our Common Excessive Desires After the things of this World,
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because few can content themselves with a Convenient and Competent Portion;
Because few can content themselves with a Convenient and Competent Portion;
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we are all big with the Design to raise a Fortune, as we call it, to get Superfluous Riches,
we Are all big with the Design to raise a Fortune, as we call it, to get Superfluous Riches,
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or an Envied heighth of Dignity and Honour:
or an Envied height of Dignity and Honour:
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We cannot follow the Apostles Advice, If we have Food and Raiment, to be therewith Content, 1 Tim. 6.8.
We cannot follow the Apostles advice, If we have Food and Raiment, to be therewith Content, 1 Tim. 6.8.
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And thus the Love of this World, which is a very common Disease in the Minds of Men, helps to promote the Evil and Infectious Influence of Common Wickedness.
And thus the Love of this World, which is a very Common Disease in the Minds of Men, helps to promote the Evil and Infectious Influence of Common Wickedness.
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5. Lastly, This State of the World often gives Ill Men Power to Persecute those who will not comply with it;
5. Lastly, This State of the World often gives Ill Men Power to Persecute those who will not comply with it;
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or Boldness to Deride and Scorn Religion and Vertue, and to Tempt and Allure others into the Common Sins.
or Boldness to Deride and Scorn Religion and Virtue, and to Tempt and Allure Others into the Common Sins.
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Sometimes I say a Common Wickedness may so far prevail, as to Establish Iniquity by a Law,
Sometime I say a Common Wickedness may so Far prevail, as to Establish Iniquity by a Law,
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and to Enact Severe Penalties for those that will not comply with it: And then Good Men are Persecuted for Righteousness sake;
and to Enact Severe Penalties for those that will not comply with it: And then Good Men Are Persecuted for Righteousness sake;
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And there are but few that can resist such a Temptation;
And there Are but few that can resist such a Temptation;
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That can take Joyfully the spoiling of their Goods, and prefer the Afflictions of the People of God, before the Pleasures and present Advantages of Sin. Many who seem'd to have been mighty Zealous for the true Religion,
That can take Joyfully the spoiling of their Goods, and prefer the Afflictions of the People of God, before the Pleasures and present Advantages of Sin. Many who seemed to have been mighty Zealous for the true Religion,
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yea, perhaps to have been the only Persons that were true to it;
yea, perhaps to have been the only Persons that were true to it;
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yet they in the time of such a Temptation, are seen to fall away, to joyn and take part with the Persecutors of the Truth, to Flatter, Assist and Encourage them in their Persecution.
yet they in the time of such a Temptation, Are seen to fallen away, to join and take part with the Persecutors of the Truth, to Flatter, Assist and Encourage them in their Persecution.
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Further, As this does sometimes give Men Power thus to Persecute Religion and Vertue; so it does more often give them Boldness to Deride and Scorn it.
Further, As this does sometime give Men Power thus to Persecute Religion and Virtue; so it does more often give them Boldness to Deride and Scorn it.
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They are mightily elevated and encouraged with their own Numbers, and despise a small Number of Votaries to Religion and Vertue:
They Are mightily elevated and encouraged with their own Numbers, and despise a small Number of Votaries to Religion and Virtue:
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They will be the Wisest that are the greatest Number; and they will Vote for one another that are so:
They will be the Wisest that Are the greatest Number; and they will Vote for one Another that Are so:
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Then that which is nothing but Prophaneness, shall have the Vogue for Wit; and that which is Wise and Good, shall be accounted Dull and Foolish.
Then that which is nothing but Profaneness, shall have the Vogue for Wit; and that which is Wise and Good, shall be accounted Dull and Foolish.
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And this is a Temptation that can prevail with many, because we have not so well considered,
And this is a Temptation that can prevail with many, Because we have not so well considered,
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nor so well grounded a Resolution to be Religious, as we might have: We never Deliberately and Soberly considered the Reasonableness, and the Wisdom of being so;
nor so well grounded a Resolution to be Religious, as we might have: We never Deliberately and Soberly considered the Reasonableness, and the Wisdom of being so;
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nor have convinced our selves, as we might do, of the absolute Necessity of it, to our present and Eternal Happiness:
nor have convinced our selves, as we might do, of the absolute Necessity of it, to our present and Eternal Happiness:
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Were we duly Sensible of these things, we should be able to Pity or Scorn the Folly of those that Deride a Religious Life;
Were we duly Sensible of these things, we should be able to Pity or Scorn the Folly of those that Deride a Religious Life;
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we should believe their Profane Wit to be of the same sort with that in a Bedlam, where an Hospital is accounted a Palace,
we should believe their Profane Wit to be of the same sort with that in a Bedlam, where an Hospital is accounted a Palace,
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and Chains the Ornaments and Ensigns of Grandeur and Liberty;
and Chains the Ornament and Ensigns of Grandeur and Liberty;
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we should understand these Fools to be proud of Misery, and Laughing in the ways of Perdition.
we should understand these Fools to be proud of Misery, and Laughing in the ways of Perdition.
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Further, In a Time of Common Wickedness, there will be many that will perswade and allure others to be wicked.
Further, In a Time of Common Wickedness, there will be many that will persuade and allure Others to be wicked.
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As Men get Confidence to commit their Sins by the Number of Companions, so they get enough to recommend them too;
As Men get Confidence to commit their Sins by the Number of Sodales, so they get enough to recommend them too;
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to Boast of their Wickedness, and Praise themselves and others for their Ill Deeds.
to Boast of their Wickedness, and Praise themselves and Others for their Ill deeds.
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And Praise and Commendation is that which we all mightily desire and love, and this shall be able to tempt and encourage Foolish and Inconsiderate Sinners to do even that which deserves to be condemned.
And Praise and Commendation is that which we all mightily desire and love, and this shall be able to tempt and encourage Foolish and Inconsiderate Sinners to do even that which deserves to be condemned.
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Wicked Men are the more ready to tempt others, because they hereby Free themselves from the Reproofs and Condemnations of so many as they can perswade to be like themselves.
Wicked Men Are the more ready to tempt Others, Because they hereby Free themselves from the Reproofs and Condemnations of so many as they can persuade to be like themselves.
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If it be hard for a Man to be Religious alone, which is a thing so agreeable to Reason,
If it be hard for a Man to be Religious alone, which is a thing so agreeable to Reason,
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and which may be justified to a Sober Consideration, 'tis yet harder for a Man to be wicked alone,
and which may be justified to a Sobrium Consideration, it's yet harder for a Man to be wicked alone,
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and therefore no Man will care to be so;
and Therefore no Man will care to be so;
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therefore such Men mightily endeavour to make at least all that they converse with such as themselves.
Therefore such Men mightily endeavour to make At least all that they converse with such as themselves.
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But if one wicked Man sets himself to encourage and perswade to Wickedness, he shall be able to do a great deal of Harm;
But if one wicked Man sets himself to encourage and persuade to Wickedness, he shall be able to do a great deal of Harm;
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as Solomon says, One Sinner destroys much Good, Eccles. 9.18. much rather, then, will a Multitude of such be able to do so.
as Solomon Says, One Sinner Destroys much Good, Eccles. 9.18. much rather, then, will a Multitude of such be able to do so.
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It is too commonly seen, that such who are wicked, are more Industrious to Draw or Encourage others to adhere to their Party,
It is too commonly seen, that such who Are wicked, Are more Industria to Draw or Encourage Others to adhere to their Party,
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than those that follow Truth and Goodness: The Children of this World, are in this respect wiser than the Children of Light.
than those that follow Truth and goodness: The Children of this World, Are in this respect Wiser than the Children of Light.
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Thus I have finish'd the first part of this Discourse, which was design'd to shew,
Thus I have finished the First part of this Discourse, which was designed to show,
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How the Common Wickedness of any Time comes to have such Power and Advantage as it usually has, towards the Continuance,
How the Common Wickedness of any Time comes to have such Power and Advantage as it usually has, towards the Continuance,
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or the further propagating of Wickedness.
or the further propagating of Wickedness.
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I shall now, as I promised, lay down such Considerations as may be fit to hinder Men from complying at any time with Common Wickedness: And they are these following.
I shall now, as I promised, lay down such Considerations as may be fit to hinder Men from complying At any time with Common Wickedness: And they Are these following.
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1. Let it be consider'd, That there is a great deal of Reason to believe those things may be very Evil and wicked which the Multitude Practise.
1. Let it be considered, That there is a great deal of Reason to believe those things may be very Evil and wicked which the Multitude practice.
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It is supposed a Multitude may do wickedly, when we are caution'd, as in our Text, not to Follow a Multitude to do Evil;
It is supposed a Multitude may do wickedly, when we Are cautioned, as in our Text, not to Follow a Multitude to do Evil;
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and Christians are bid not to Conform themselves to this World, as Rom. 12.2. That may be very unfit to be done, which yet is the Common Practice of Mankind.
and Christians Are bid not to Conform themselves to this World, as Rom. 12.2. That may be very unfit to be done, which yet is the Common Practice of Mankind.
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There are often in the World Men that affect to be Popular, and are very Fond and Ambitious to Rule;
There Are often in the World Men that affect to be Popular, and Are very Found and Ambitious to Rule;
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these court the Multitude, and cry up such Principles right or wrong, as gratifie their Corrupt Humours,
these court the Multitude, and cry up such Principles right or wrong, as gratify their Corrupt Humours,
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and seem Calculated for their worldly Interest, and by this means engage them in ways and Designs that are wicked, under the specious Name and Pretence of some Good.
and seem Calculated for their worldly Interest, and by this means engage them in ways and Designs that Are wicked, under the specious Name and Pretence of Some Good.
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Further, It is reasonable enough to believe, that the most of Men follow their Inclinations and Humours,
Further, It is reasonable enough to believe, that the most of Men follow their Inclinations and Humours,
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or the Track of their present worldly Interests, without much Examination of the way they take:
or the Track of their present worldly Interests, without much Examination of the Way they take:
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Or that they are often Imposed upon, and have their Judgments byassed by their Inclinations and Interests.
Or that they Are often Imposed upon, and have their Judgments biased by their Inclinations and Interests.
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We may often observe these things, and see that there is nothing more Difficult, than 'tis to Convince a Man, that any thing is his Duty which is contrary to his Humour,
We may often observe these things, and see that there is nothing more Difficult, than it's to Convince a Man, that any thing is his Duty which is contrary to his Humour,
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and the way of Living he chuses, or that seems to him contrary to his worldly Interests.
and the Way of Living he chooses, or that seems to him contrary to his worldly Interests.
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And we may further observe among Mankind, that a great many set themselves to learn only what others do, that they may imitate and follow it;
And we may further observe among Mankind, that a great many Set themselves to Learn only what Others do, that they may imitate and follow it;
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to study the Fashions and Customs of the World, that they may conform to them:
to study the Fashions and Customs of the World, that they may conform to them:
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Much more common this is, than to examine those Fashions and Customs by the Rules of Religion, to know whether they are good and lawful ones or not.
Much more Common this is, than to examine those Fashions and Customs by the Rules of Religion, to know whither they Are good and lawful ones or not.
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A natural Proneness there is in all Mankind, to Imitation and the following of Examples;
A natural Proneness there is in all Mankind, to Imitation and the following of Examples;
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and we do seldom care for the Trouble of examining well the Nature and Tendency of our Actions:
and we do seldom care for the Trouble of examining well the Nature and Tendency of our Actions:
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We easily satisfie our selves with them, if we see others in the same Course:
We Easily satisfy our selves with them, if we see Others in the same Course:
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We Imitate without Consideration, and finding a ready beaten Track, we go on in it without much enquiring whither it tends,
We Imitate without Consideration, and finding a ready beaten Track, we go on in it without much inquiring whither it tends,
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and so are most likely to follow the Broad Road which leads down to Perdition.
and so Are most likely to follow the Broad Road which leads down to Perdition.
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When 'tis thus with the World, How reasonable is it to suspect, that even the Multitude may be often mistaken in the way they chuse? And it is neither Arrogance nor Pride to suppose this in many Cases.
When it's thus with the World, How reasonable is it to suspect, that even the Multitude may be often mistaken in the Way they choose? And it is neither Arrogance nor Pride to suppose this in many Cases.
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How apt must the Corrupted Nature of Mankind be, to chuse Evil ways, when they seldom or never examine well the ways which they chuse? We have no good Reason,
How apt must the Corrupted Nature of Mankind be, to choose Evil ways, when they seldom or never examine well the ways which they choose? We have no good Reason,
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then, to conclude, that a thing must be Good, Innocent or Lawful, because we see a Multitude engag'd in it.
then, to conclude, that a thing must be Good, Innocent or Lawful, Because we see a Multitude engaged in it.
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Our Saviour plainly Intimates the Multitudes may be Sadly Mistaken, and a few may be happily wiser than all the rest,
Our Saviour plainly Intimates the Multitudes may be Sadly Mistaken, and a few may be happily Wiser than all the rest,
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when he says to his Disciples, Enter ye in at the strait Gate, for wide is the Gate,
when he Says to his Disciples, Enter you in At the strait Gate, for wide is the Gate,
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and broad is the Way, that leadeth to Destruction, and many there be which go in thereat;
and broad is the Way, that leads to Destruction, and many there be which go in thereat;
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because strait is the Gate, and narrow is the Way, that leads to Life, and few there be that find it, Matt. 7.13, 14. We may go,Because strait is the Gate, and narrow is the Way, that leads to Life, and few there be that find it, Matt. 7.13, 14. We may go,
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then, with the Multitude, and yet Deceive and Destroy our selves.
then, with the Multitude, and yet Deceive and Destroy our selves.
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Were the Multitude wisest, when it could be said of the Christian Religion in the beginning of it, as in Acts 28.22.
Were the Multitude Wisest, when it could be said of the Christian Religion in the beginning of it, as in Acts 28.22.
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that it was a Way which was every where spoken against? Were the Multitude wisest, when all Flesh had Corrupted their Way before God,
that it was a Way which was every where spoken against? Were the Multitude Wisest, when all Flesh had Corrupted their Way before God,
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and there was but one Righteous Family left upon the Earth? And when the Multitude were Drowned in an Universal Deluge for their Sins,
and there was but one Righteous Family left upon the Earth? And when the Multitude were Drowned in an Universal Deluge for their Sins,
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while that only Family escaped? Were the Multitude wisest and best in the Cities of Sodom, and its Neighbours,
while that only Family escaped? Were the Multitude Wisest and best in the Cities of Sodom, and its Neighbours,
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when there were not ten Righteous Persons to be found in four Cities, and therefore all but Lot and some of his Family were destroy'd by Fire from Heaven? A Multitude,
when there were not ten Righteous Persons to be found in four Cities, and Therefore all but Lot and Some of his Family were destroyed by Fire from Heaven? A Multitude,
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then, on our side, we may see, is no certain Sign that we are in the Right,
then, on our side, we may see, is no certain Signen that we Are in the Right,
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and it is Safer to have Rules than only Presidents for our Actions.
and it is Safer to have Rules than only Presidents for our Actions.
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2. Let us consider, against this Temptation, the Certain and Unquestionable Excellency of the Divine Laws.
2. Let us Consider, against this Temptation, the Certain and Unquestionable Excellency of the Divine Laws.
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'Tis only because Men do not understand that they at any time Despise them:
It's only Because Men do not understand that they At any time Despise them:
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And if we consider this Matter a little, we must needs conclude that they are worthy to Govern us,
And if we Consider this Matter a little, we must needs conclude that they Are worthy to Govern us,
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and to be followed in the whole Course of our Lives. They proceed from the most Excellent Being, and bear the Glorious Characters of his Nature,
and to be followed in the Whole Course of our Lives. They proceed from the most Excellent Being, and bear the Glorious Characters of his Nature,
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and tend to transfuse the same into us.
and tend to transfuse the same into us.
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The Law is Holy, Just and Good, as St. Paul speaks, and indeed nothing can be otherwise which comes from Him. It is Equitable and Righteous;The Law is Holy, Just and Good, as Saint Paul speaks, and indeed nothing can be otherwise which comes from Him. It is Equitable and Righteous;
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and God requires and commands no more of us, than what we naturally owe to him;
and God requires and commands no more of us, than what we naturally owe to him;
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and the Psalmist very fitly said, that he Esteem'd all the Commandments concerning all things to be right, Psal. 119.128.
and the Psalmist very fitly said, that he Esteemed all the commandments Concerning all things to be right, Psalm 119.128.
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As God himself is Good, so are these his Laws:
As God himself is Good, so Are these his Laws:
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He made us to do us good and make us Happy, and therefore has suited his Laws to our Interest:
He made us to do us good and make us Happy, and Therefore has suited his Laws to our Interest:
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It is good for us to observe them, and in keeping his Commands there is great Reward, Psal. 19.11.
It is good for us to observe them, and in keeping his Commands there is great Reward, Psalm 19.11.
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It is he has laid them upon us, who must needs have a perfect Knowledge of our Nature,
It is he has laid them upon us, who must needs have a perfect Knowledge of our Nature,
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and understand well what is good for us and does become us; In that it is he that made us:
and understand well what is good for us and does become us; In that it is he that made us:
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So that we cannot suppose him to have mistaken, or to have given us Laws contrary and unsuitable to our Nature when he intended to do otherwise.
So that we cannot suppose him to have mistaken, or to have given us Laws contrary and unsuitable to our Nature when he intended to do otherwise.
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Now upon these accounts there must be a great deal of reason that we should guide our selves by them, rather than by the Customs and Practices of the World.
Now upon these accounts there must be a great deal of reason that we should guide our selves by them, rather than by the Customs and Practices of the World.
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These Customs may be Absurd and Pernicious, but the Observance of those Laws can never be so.
These Customs may be Absurd and Pernicious, but the Observance of those Laws can never be so.
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Upon these accounts the Wickedness of the World must be the Madness and Folly of it;
Upon these accounts the Wickedness of the World must be the Madness and Folly of it;
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and all that Wit can say to justifie it, cannot make it Reasonable, nor any Dress that can be put upon it, can make it Decent or Becoming us.
and all that Wit can say to justify it, cannot make it Reasonable, nor any Dress that can be put upon it, can make it Decent or Becoming us.
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But Religion and Vertue are Wise, and Honourable, and Just, however they may be condemned in the World;
But Religion and Virtue Are Wise, and Honourable, and Just, however they may be condemned in the World;
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and the Righteous must be the Excellent of the Earth, Psal. 16.3. however they may be Derided and Despised among Men.
and the Righteous must be the Excellent of the Earth, Psalm 16.3. however they may be Derided and Despised among Men.
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We have no reason, then, to be asham'd of, or forsake our Religion, because Fools Deride and Scoff at it.
We have no reason, then, to be ashamed of, or forsake our Religion, Because Fools Deride and Scoff At it.
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And as it is Honourable, Just and Wise to be Religious, so it were truly Shameful and Foolish, should we suffer our selves to be Laugh'd out of such a Course.
And as it is Honourable, Just and Wise to be Religious, so it were truly Shameful and Foolish, should we suffer our selves to be Laughed out of such a Course.
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3. Let us consider, that the Generality of Wickedness usually pulls down God's Judgments and Common Calamities.
3. Let us Consider, that the Generality of Wickedness usually pulls down God's Judgments and Common Calamities.
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The Righteous God has expresly threatned to punish thus such a Case as this; and that he can do if he pleases:
The Righteous God has expressly threatened to Punish thus such a Case as this; and that he can do if he Pleases:
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The greatest Number of Sinners can be no Defence against his Omnipotence, but Though Hand joyn in Hand, the Wicked shall not go unpunished, as is said Prov. 11.21.
The greatest Number of Sinners can be no Defence against his Omnipotence, but Though Hand join in Hand, the Wicked shall not go unpunished, as is said Curae 11.21.
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When Wickedness is grown very Common, and the ordinary Means to Restrain and Cure it prove too weak to do so;
When Wickedness is grown very Common, and the ordinary Means to Restrain and Cure it prove too weak to do so;
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when it comes to Defie Laws, and over-rule the Magistrate, then does the Great Governour of the World take it to Task:
when it comes to Defy Laws, and overrule the Magistrate, then does the Great Governor of the World take it to Task:
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Then he accounts it time for him to work, when Men have thus far made void his Laws.
Then he accounts it time for him to work, when Men have thus Far made void his Laws.
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Thus he has done, and thus he will do, we may justly expect and fear. When a Multitude do Evil, we may fear that the Vengeance of God is nigh, even at the Door;
Thus he has done, and thus he will do, we may justly expect and Fear. When a Multitude do Evil, we may Fear that the Vengeance of God is High, even At the Door;
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That the Ax is laid to the Root of the Tree;
That the Ax is laid to the Root of the Tree;
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That unless there be a Speedy Common Repentance, there will be speedily inflicted common Punishments and Calamities.
That unless there be a Speedy Common Repentance, there will be speedily inflicted Common Punishments and Calamities.
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It is then the most Dangerous time of all to be Wicked, in which the Multitude are so;
It is then the most Dangerous time of all to be Wicked, in which the Multitude Are so;
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and this Case, instead of Encouraging to this, should rather Deter us from it:
and this Case, instead of Encouraging to this, should rather Deter us from it:
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Since though it may defend us from the Punishment of Men, yet it exposes us to the Vengeance of Almighty God.
Since though it may defend us from the Punishment of Men, yet it exposes us to the Vengeance of Almighty God.
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4. Let it be Seriously consider'd, That God has appointed a Day in which he will Judge the World in Righteousness.
4. Let it be Seriously considered, That God has appointed a Day in which he will Judge the World in Righteousness.
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In that Day all things shall be called over again that were done in this World, all the Actions of Men shall be strictly examined,
In that Day all things shall be called over again that were done in this World, all the Actions of Men shall be strictly examined,
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and a Righteous Censure shall be passed upon all.
and a Righteous Censure shall be passed upon all.
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Then the Common Vogue of Foolish Men shall signifie nothing, if the greatest Multitude of Sinners should joyn to justifie their Evil Actions.
Then the Common Vogue of Foolish Men shall signify nothing, if the greatest Multitude of Sinners should join to justify their Evil Actions.
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They shall appear before one that is Greater than all them together;
They shall appear before one that is Greater than all them together;
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before whom all the Nations of the Earth are as the small Drop of a Bucket, or as the smaller Dust of the Ballance. And He shall reprove them, and set their Sins in order before them.
before whom all the nations of the Earth Are as the small Drop of a Bucket, or as the smaller Dust of the Balance. And He shall reprove them, and Set their Sins in order before them.
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He shall stop their Mouths, and Silence all their Pleas, as formerly they were wont to Silence those of his Messengers that would have shew'd them their Transgressions. Then their Number will not give them any Confidence as it has done here;
He shall stop their Mouths, and Silence all their Pleasant, as formerly they were wont to Silence those of his Messengers that would have showed them their Transgressions. Then their Number will not give them any Confidence as it has done Here;
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but they shall be Asham'd and Confounded at the Remembrance of their Wickedness.
but they shall be Ashamed and Confounded At the Remembrance of their Wickedness.
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And it is very likely their Number will then, even when they are all together, appear very Small and Contemptible, in comparison to those who have Lov'd,
And it is very likely their Number will then, even when they Are all together, appear very Small and Contemptible, in comparison to those who have Loved,
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and Fear'd, and Obey'd the Common Lord of the World: When the Vast Invisible World shall appear, and the Numerous Hosts of Angels there;
and Feared, and Obeyed the Common Lord of the World: When the Vast Invisible World shall appear, and the Numerous Hosts of Angels there;
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who all readily do his Will, and rejoyce to fulfil his Commandments:
who all readily do his Will, and rejoice to fulfil his commandments:
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And when Sinful Men shall be upbraided with the Obedience of the Earth, and the Heavens,
And when Sinful Men shall be upbraided with the obedience of the Earth, and the Heavens,
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and all Creatures about them, which fulfilled the Will of their Creator, each of them in their way;
and all Creatures about them, which fulfilled the Will of their Creator, each of them in their Way;
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which were also Serviceable to us while they were Obedient to him, and so were to us Obligations as well as Examples of Obedience.
which were also Serviceable to us while they were Obedient to him, and so were to us Obligations as well as Examples of obedience.
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Then shall not the greatest Number of Sinners Sway the Divine Justice to Compassion or Mercy:
Then shall not the greatest Number of Sinners Sway the Divine justice to Compassion or Mercy:
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It shall not be accounted Clemency to Spare them because they are Many:
It shall not be accounted Clemency to Spare them Because they Are Many:
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The time of Mercy is past, they refused it when it was offered, and must now expect nothing but Justice.
The time of Mercy is past, they refused it when it was offered, and must now expect nothing but justice.
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5. The Multitude of Sufferers in the Eternal Punishments of Hell, will be no Relief at all to any of them.
5. The Multitude of Sufferers in the Eternal Punishments of Hell, will be no Relief At all to any of them.
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As the Multitude is not likely to deliver them from those Punishments, so neither will this at all allay or abate the Fierceness or Misery of them:
As the Multitude is not likely to deliver them from those Punishments, so neither will this At all allay or abate the Fierceness or Misery of them:
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Whatever a Man may think now, It will be no Ease to him at all then, to see that he Fares but as others do;
Whatever a Man may think now, It will be no Ease to him At all then, to see that he Fares but as Others do;
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That his is but the Common Lot; That many others are Undone as well as himself.
That his is but the Common Lot; That many Others Are Undone as well as himself.
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And the very Companions which the Sinner now most delights in, and joyns with in Wickedness, will then perhaps be most Unpleasing to him.
And the very Sodales which the Sinner now most delights in, and joins with in Wickedness, will then perhaps be most Unpleasing to him.
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When the guilty Club of Sinners come together in Hell, and there reflect and consider how they hardned each other in Sin,
When the guilty Club of Sinners come together in Hell, and there reflect and Consider how they hardened each other in since,
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and encouraged each other to Defie the Admonitions and Reproofs of Friends, to Despise Sorrow and Repentance;
and encouraged each other to Defy the Admonitions and Reproofs of Friends, to Despise Sorrow and Repentance;
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how they applauded each other for their Wickedness, and by this means helped to ensure each others Destruction:
how they applauded each other for their Wickedness, and by this means helped to ensure each Others Destruction:
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These things will turn their former Love into bitter Rage, and Eternal Hatred against one another.
These things will turn their former Love into bitter Rage, and Eternal Hatred against one Another.
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What they now Boast, they will then be asham'd of; and as every one now strives to be or to be thought the most Wicked,
What they now Boast, they will then be ashamed of; and as every one now strives to be or to be Thought the most Wicked,
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then would every one be thought best, and least Guilty, and to have least deserved the Punishments which they endure.
then would every one be Thought best, and least Guilty, and to have least deserved the Punishments which they endure.
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This Increase and Addition to the Misery of Hell, from the Companions in Wickedness especially, seems to be intimated in our Saviour's Parable in Luke 16.19, &c. where he represents a Prosperous Sinner at length thrown into Hell,
This Increase and Addition to the Misery of Hell, from the Sodales in Wickedness especially, seems to be intimated in our Saviour's Parable in Lycia 16.19, etc. where he represents a Prosperous Sinner At length thrown into Hell,
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and there begging for some Ease and Refreshment, but could receive none:
and there begging for Some Ease and Refreshment, but could receive none:
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Then he desires that one might be sent from the Dead to his four Brethren which remain'd alive, who 'tis likely had been Dear Companions to him in his guilty Frolicks, that they might be warned not to come to that Place.
Then he Desires that one might be sent from the Dead to his four Brothers which remained alive, who it's likely had been Dear Sodales to him in his guilty Frolics, that they might be warned not to come to that Place.
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We are not to think that there is any Charity there, or that it was so much for their Sakes as his own, that he desir'd to be free from their Company:
We Are not to think that there is any Charity there, or that it was so much for their Sakes as his own, that he desired to be free from their Company:
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He must needs know it would be an Addition to his own Misery to have them there, especially if in this Life he had been Instrumental or Accessary to the Debauching and Corrupting of them by any Perswasions, Allurements, or bad Example;
He must needs know it would be an Addition to his own Misery to have them there, especially if in this Life he had been Instrumental or Accessary to the Debauching and Corrupting of them by any Persuasions, Allurements, or bad Exampl;
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and they would prove some of his Tormentors if they should come there.
and they would prove Some of his Tormentors if they should come there.
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To be sure, if it had been any Advantage to himself to have had them there,
To be sure, if it had been any Advantage to himself to have had them there,
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if it would have allay'd or diverted his own Sufferings, he would not have been so Sollicitous to prevent this.
if it would have allayed or diverted his own Sufferings, he would not have been so Solicitous to prevent this.
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The Sad Torments of Hell, then, we may conclude, will not be the lefs for many Partakers of them,
The Sad Torments of Hell, then, we may conclude, will not be the lefs for many Partakers of them,
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as a Fire is not lessened, but rather increased, by adding burning Coals and fit Fuel to it.
as a Fire is not lessened, but rather increased, by adding burning Coals and fit Fuel to it.
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Thus I have proposed such Considerations as I think are very fit to prevent Men from Following the Multitude to do Evil:
Thus I have proposed such Considerations as I think Are very fit to prevent Men from Following the Multitude to do Evil:
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If these things shall be well consider'd by us, and may prevail so far, as to inable us to defie at any time the Common Vogue for the keeping of a Good Conscience,
If these things shall be well considered by us, and may prevail so Far, as to inable us to defy At any time the Common Vogue for the keeping of a Good Conscience,
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and to chuse the right way, though there be but few that walk in it;
and to choose the right Way, though there be but few that walk in it;
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we shall then be so Happy, as to avoid the Broad Road which leads to Perdition,
we shall then be so Happy, as to avoid the Broad Road which leads to Perdition,
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and shall take that Narrow Path which leads to Eternal Life. That we may be so Happy and so Wise, God of his Infinite Mercy Grant,
and shall take that Narrow Path which leads to Eternal Life. That we may be so Happy and so Wise, God of his Infinite Mercy Grant,
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for the Sake of Jesus Christ. Amen.
for the Sake of jesus christ. Amen.
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The PRAYER. O Eternal God! Great Creator and Lord of Heaven and Earth: Who hast Made and dost Preserve all things by thy Mighty Power:
The PRAYER. Oh Eternal God! Great Creator and Lord of Heaven and Earth: Who hast Made and dost Preserve all things by thy Mighty Power:
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Who art Owner and Proprietor of all:
Who art Owner and Proprietor of all:
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All that we have and are is from thee and is thine, by common Obligations and by our own Engagements.
All that we have and Are is from thee and is thine, by Common Obligations and by our own Engagements.
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We have been admitted into thy Church, and have dedicated our selves to thee in our Baptism, wherein we engag'd to Renounce the Devil and all his Works, the Pomps and Vanities of this Wicked World;
We have been admitted into thy Church, and have dedicated our selves to thee in our Baptism, wherein we engaged to Renounce the devil and all his Works, the Pomps and Vanities of this Wicked World;
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and that we would, as we are naturally bound to do, keep thy Commandments all the Days of our Life.
and that we would, as we Are naturally bound to do, keep thy commandments all the Days of our Life.
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Thou art Worthy, O Lord, of the Honour and Homage of all thy Creatures, that they Serve and Obey thee according to the Capacity and Nature which thou hast given them:
Thou art Worthy, Oh Lord, of the Honour and Homage of all thy Creatures, that they Serve and Obey thee according to the Capacity and Nature which thou hast given them:
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And thou art so Just, thou requirest of no Creature more than thou didst Originally design and fit it to perform.
And thou art so Just, thou requirest of no Creature more than thou didst Originally Design and fit it to perform.
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Thy Law is Holy, and the Commandment Holy, Just and Good. It is our Interest, as well as our Duty, to Obey those Excellent Rules;
Thy Law is Holy, and the Commandment Holy, Just and Good. It is our Interest, as well as our Duty, to Obey those Excellent Rules;
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We have abundant reason to thank thee for them, and to endeavour the Exactest Conformity to them.
We have abundant reason to thank thee for them, and to endeavour the Exactest Conformity to them.
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But herein, O Lord, we have a great deal of occasion to Judge and Condemn our selves.
But herein, Oh Lord, we have a great deal of occasion to Judge and Condemn our selves.
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We have not regarded, as we should, the many Obligations we lye under, to Love thee and keep thy Commandments:
We have not regarded, as we should, the many Obligations we lie under, to Love thee and keep thy commandments:
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We have followed too much the Devices and Desires of our own Hearts:
We have followed too much the Devices and Desires of our own Hearts:
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We have carelesly conform'd our selves to this World, and follow'd the Corrupt Customs and Practices of it too much.
We have carelessly conformed our selves to this World, and followed the Corrupt Customs and Practices of it too much.
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We have often fear'd the Displeasure of Men more than thy Wrath;
We have often feared the Displeasure of Men more than thy Wrath;
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and have sought their Vain, Weak, and uncertain Favour and Good Will, rather than thy Almighty and Everlasting Love:
and have sought their Vain, Weak, and uncertain Favour and Good Will, rather than thy Almighty and Everlasting Love:
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Hence have we often left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done:
Hence have we often left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done:
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And we have deserv'd that thou shouldest Condemn us with the World, and cast us into Everlasting Misery and Perdition.
And we have deserved that thou Shouldst Condemn us with the World, and cast us into Everlasting Misery and Perdition.
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But, O Lord, being awakened into a Sense of our Error, we now judge, we condemn our selves before thee, that we may find Favour in thy sight, that our Sins may be blotted out,
But, Oh Lord, being awakened into a Sense of our Error, we now judge, we condemn our selves before thee, that we may find Favour in thy sighed, that our Sins may be blotted out,
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and we may stand with Comfort at last before thy Awful Tribunal, according to thy Gracious Promises declared unto Mankind in Christ Jesu our Lord.
and we may stand with Comfort At last before thy Awful Tribunal, according to thy Gracious Promises declared unto Mankind in christ Jesu our Lord.
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And we humbly beg the Assistance of thy Grace for the time to come, that we may cease to do Evil, and learn to do Well:
And we humbly beg the Assistance of thy Grace for the time to come, that we may cease to do Evil, and Learn to do Well:
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That we may not be conformed to this World, nor at any time follow a Multitude to do Evil;
That we may not be conformed to this World, nor At any time follow a Multitude to do Evil;
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that we may Mortifie and Subdue all the Corrupt and Sinful Inclinations and Habits that we have too much follow'd;
that we may Mortify and Subdue all the Corrupt and Sinful Inclinations and Habits that we have too much followed;
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and may live Soberly, Righteously and Godly in this present World.
and may live Soberly, Righteously and Godly in this present World.
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Inable us to put our Trust in thee, while we take care to perform our Duty,
Inable us to put our Trust in thee, while we take care to perform our Duty,
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and to have a firm Confidence that thou wilt take care of us.
and to have a firm Confidence that thou wilt take care of us.
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Let not any Vain or Superfluous Desires dwell in us, nor any Immoderate Love to the things of this World draw us into Sin.
Let not any Vain or Superfluous Desires dwell in us, nor any Immoderate Love to the things of this World draw us into Sin.
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We humbly Implore thy Mercy for all Mankind, that all may Know thee, Love, Fear, Serve thee,
We humbly Implore thy Mercy for all Mankind, that all may Know thee, Love, fear, Serve thee,
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and be abundantly Blessed in so doing. Maintain and Prosper thy Church in the World; let it abound in all Piety and Vertue, and enjoy an intire Tranquility and Peace.
and be abundantly Blessed in so doing. Maintain and Prosper thy Church in the World; let it abound in all Piety and Virtue, and enjoy an entire Tranquillity and Peace.
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Let them Prosper that seek its Peace and Welfare; and let its Enemies be Scattered.
Let them Prosper that seek its Peace and Welfare; and let its Enemies be Scattered.
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Have Mercy upon the Nations to which we belong, turn us from all our Crying Sins,
Have Mercy upon the nations to which we belong, turn us from all our Crying Sins,
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and deal not with us as they deserve.
and deal not with us as they deserve.
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Bless and Succeed the Good Endeavours of our Gracious King and Queen, to promote a Necessary and True Reformation,
Bless and Succeed the Good Endeavours of our Gracious King and Queen, to promote a Necessary and True Reformation,
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and to defend us from all the Enemies of thy True Religion establish'd amongst us:
and to defend us from all the Enemies of thy True Religion established among us:
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And we pray thee Protect their Persons, Prosper them with all Happiness, and hereafter let them attain a Crown of Glory.
And we pray thee Pact their Persons, Prosper them with all Happiness, and hereafter let them attain a Crown of Glory.
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Do Good abundantly to all that have done us Good, inable us to make returns for their Kindness:
Do Good abundantly to all that have done us Good, inable us to make returns for their Kindness:
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Forgive our Enemies, and help us to overcome their Evil with Good.
Forgive our Enemies, and help us to overcome their Evil with Good.
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Bless and Direct all that are related to us, that they may decline the Broad Road,
Bless and Direct all that Are related to us, that they may decline the Broad Road,
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and take the strait and narrow Way that leads to Life.
and take the strait and narrow Way that leads to Life.
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Give them all that is Necessary and Expedient to them of this World, and Contentment in that,
Give them all that is Necessary and Expedient to them of this World, and Contentment in that,
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and Joy in thy Favour and Love to them.
and Joy in thy Favour and Love to them.
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We return thee Hearty Thanks for all the Mercies of our Lives, especially for Spiritual Mercies,
We return thee Hearty Thanks for all the mercies of our Lives, especially for Spiritual mercies,
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for thine Inestimable Love in Jesus Christ, and for the Means of Grace and the Hopes of Glory.
for thine Inestimable Love in jesus christ, and for the Means of Grace and the Hope's of Glory.
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We Pray that the Ordinances we have this day enjoy'd, may Improve us somewhat in Grace and Holiness to thy Honour and Glory.
We Pray that the Ordinances we have this day enjoyed, may Improve us somewhat in Grace and Holiness to thy Honour and Glory.
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We humbly Commit our selves to thy Mercy this Night and for our whole Lives, beseeching thee to deal with thy Servants according unto thy Mercy,
We humbly Commit our selves to thy Mercy this Night and for our Whole Lives, beseeching thee to deal with thy Servants according unto thy Mercy,
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for the sake of Jesus Christ in whose Name we further Pray as he hath taught us.
for the sake of jesus christ in whose Name we further Pray as he hath taught us.
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OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven. OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven.
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Give us this day our daily Bread. And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us.
Give us this day our daily Bred. And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us.
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And lead us not into Temptation; But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.And led us not into Temptation; But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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That the Calamities of the World are God's Judgments, Proved and Applied. Let us Pray.
That the Calamities of the World Are God's Judgments, Proved and Applied. Let us Pray.
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PRevent us, O Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may glorifie thy Holy Name, PRevent us, Oh Lord, in all our Doings, with thy most gracious Favour, and further us with thy continual Help, that in all our Works begun, continued and ended in thee, we may Glorify thy Holy Name,
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and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Isaiah 45.7. I Form the Light, and Create Darkness:and finally, by thy Mercy, obtain Everlasting Life, through jesus christ our Lord. Amen. Isaiah 45.7. I From the Light, and Create Darkness:
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I make Peace, and Create Evil: I the Lord do all these things.
I make Peace, and Create Evil: I the Lord do all these things.
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IT pleases the Supream Disposer of all things, for wise Reasons, to permit, that sometimes wicked Men go on a great while in Sin,
IT Pleases the Supreme Disposer of all things, for wise Reasons, to permit, that sometime wicked Men go on a great while in since,
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and grow to a great Degree of Prosperity and Wickedness before they are Punish'd; and some perhaps do escape altogether unpunish'd in this Life:
and grow to a great Degree of Prosperity and Wickedness before they Are Punished; and Some perhaps do escape altogether unpunished in this Life:
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And these things, by the Temptation of the Devil and Mens Foolish Inconsideration, do encourage and harden many in Wickedness:
And these things, by the Temptation of the devil and Men's Foolish Inconsideration, do encourage and harden many in Wickedness:
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They are so lull'd into Security by the present Impunity of many Sinners that escape Punishment, that they take no notice of those many others that fall under it:
They Are so lulled into Security by the present Impunity of many Sinners that escape Punishment, that they take no notice of those many Others that fallen under it:
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They so fix their Eyes upon God's Patience towards some, that they do not observe his Judgments upon others;
They so fix their Eyes upon God's Patience towards Some, that they do not observe his Judgments upon Others;
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nor will they believe or consider, that the Calamities which are in the World are ordered by Almighty God,
nor will they believe or Consider, that the Calamities which Are in the World Are ordered by Almighty God,
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and are his Judgments upon the Sins of Men.
and Are his Judgments upon the Sins of Men.
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If any thing Vexatious or Afflicting lights upon themselves, they blame the Folly or Wickedness of those by whom they Suffer;
If any thing Vexatious or Afflicting lights upon themselves, they blame the Folly or Wickedness of those by whom they Suffer;
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they look upon the next and immediate Cause of it, or ascribe it to Chance;
they look upon the next and immediate Cause of it, or ascribe it to Chance;
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they forget the Supream and Chief Cause of all things, and ascribe their Afflictions to any thing, rather than the Providence of God.
they forget the Supreme and Chief Cause of all things, and ascribe their Afflictions to any thing, rather than the Providence of God.
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And from hence many Mischiefs ensue;
And from hence many Mischiefs ensue;
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we fall out with one another perhaps, when we can blame nothing but our provoking Sins;
we fallen out with one Another perhaps, when we can blame nothing but our provoking Sins;
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we betake our selves to Unlawful Means to remove our Afflictions; we provoke God more under them, and make them heavier and of the longer Continuance:
we betake our selves to Unlawful Means to remove our Afflictions; we provoke God more under them, and make them Heavier and of the longer Continuance:
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When the Judgments of God are abroad in the Earth, yet Men will not learn Righteousness;
When the Judgments of God Are abroad in the Earth, yet Men will not Learn Righteousness;
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they will not Amend or Reform themselves who are under the Divine Chastisements; and so they lose all that Benefit which they might receive from them;
they will not Amend or Reform themselves who Are under the Divine Chastisements; and so they loose all that Benefit which they might receive from them;
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and many times turn that Compassionate and Tender Displeasure which would Afflict them for their Good, into a Just Avenging Wrath which Afflicts to their Destruction.
and many times turn that Compassionate and Tender Displeasure which would Afflict them for their Good, into a Just Avenging Wrath which Afflicts to their Destruction.
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It is of great use, then, to prevent these things, to settle in our selves a deep Sense of what the Prophet here says of Afflictions;
It is of great use, then, to prevent these things, to settle in our selves a deep Sense of what the Prophet Here Says of Afflictions;
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He ascribes all such things to Almighty God, and in his Person says, I form the Light, and Create Darkness:
He ascribes all such things to Almighty God, and in his Person Says, I from the Light, and Create Darkness:
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I make Peace, and Create Evil: I the Lord do all these things. I make Peace, and Create Evil: I the Lord do all these things.
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By the Evil here spoken of, is meant that which is contrary to Peace, and so we must understand he means Penal or Afflictive Evil:
By the Evil Here spoken of, is meant that which is contrary to Peace, and so we must understand he means Penal or Afflictive Evil:
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This is in the Text ascribed to Almighty God;
This is in the Text ascribed to Almighty God;
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He is the Author of it, He Creates Evil: By several ways and Means Afflictions come upon Men,
He is the Author of it, He Creates Evil: By several ways and Means Afflictions come upon Men,
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but still God is the chief Author and Dispenser of them all: This is the Import of these words.
but still God is the chief Author and Dispenser of them all: This is the Import of these words.
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Now since we are always in this present Life, liable to Affliction and Trouble, and the most Men meet with a great deal of it;
Now since we Are always in this present Life, liable to Affliction and Trouble, and the most Men meet with a great deal of it;
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and since the due Use and Improvement of all Affliction depends very much upon our Sense of this, That it has God for its Author:
and since the due Use and Improvement of all Affliction depends very much upon our Sense of this, That it has God for its Author:
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I think it highly useful to Insist a little upon this Subject. And the following Discourse may be fitly imploy'd about these two things:
I think it highly useful to Insist a little upon this Subject. And the following Discourse may be fitly employed about these two things:
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1. To prove and make it evident, That our Afflictions are all sent from God. 2. To shew what Use we ought to make of this Truth.
1. To prove and make it evident, That our Afflictions Are all sent from God. 2. To show what Use we ought to make of this Truth.
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In the first Place, I shall endeavour to make it Evident, that our Afflictions are all sent from God.
In the First Place, I shall endeavour to make it Evident, that our Afflictions Are all sent from God.
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They are the Lot and Portion which he Assigns us: These, as well as all other things in this World, come under his Disposal.
They Are the Lot and Portion which he Assigns us: These, as well as all other things in this World, come under his Disposal.
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Now to prove this, I account it the most Convincing, and the Shortest Method, to shew, That the Afflictions themselves, which befall Mankind, do very often declare this of themselves:
Now to prove this, I account it the most Convincing, and the Shortest Method, to show, That the Afflictions themselves, which befall Mankind, do very often declare this of themselves:
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It appears, as we may say, upon the Face of them: They are, indeed, very often of such a Nature, or are so attended with Circumstances,
It appears, as we may say, upon the Face of them: They Are, indeed, very often of such a Nature, or Are so attended with circumstances,
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as that they do plainly own God for the Author of them.
as that they do plainly own God for the Author of them.
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And if a great many shew this at the first View of them, without doubt a little Consideration might find the same sort of Evidence in more;
And if a great many show this At the First View of them, without doubt a little Consideration might find the same sort of Evidence in more;
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and these Instances, with the Testimony of Holy Scripture, may very justly force us to believe this of all the Calamities that Afflict us;
and these Instances, with the Testimony of Holy Scripture, may very justly force us to believe this of all the Calamities that Afflict us;
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of all which in General he is said to be the Author. as in our Text and elsewhere.
of all which in General he is said to be the Author. as in our Text and elsewhere.
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And our Afflictions do declare, that they have this Great and Excellent Cause for the Author of them,
And our Afflictions do declare, that they have this Great and Excellent Cause for the Author of them,
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when they evidently bear the Impresses of his Attributes, which we may often observe them to do,
when they evidently bear the Impresses of his Attributes, which we may often observe them to do,
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as I shall make appear by several Instances under these three Heads.
as I shall make appear by several Instances under these three Heads.
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1. Sometimes the Calamities which befall Mankind, are such as must be reckon'd the Effects of an Almighty Power.
1. Sometime the Calamities which befall Mankind, Are such as must be reckoned the Effects of an Almighty Power.
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2. Sometimes they appear to have been brought to pass, and suited to the Sufferers by an Admirable Wisdom.
2. Sometime they appear to have been brought to pass, and suited to the Sufferers by an Admirable Wisdom.
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3. Sometimes they more remarkably carry upon them the Characters of an Exact and Impartial Justice.
3. Sometime they more remarkably carry upon them the Characters of an Exact and Impartial justice.
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And in all these Cases they do of themselves, and by their own Aspect, prove that they have God for their Author.
And in all these Cases they do of themselves, and by their own Aspect, prove that they have God for their Author.
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Let us consider some of the Instances which may be produced under each of these Heads.
Let us Consider Some of the Instances which may be produced under each of these Heads.
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1. They sometimes are such as plainly shew themselves to be the Effects of an Almighty Power,
1. They sometime Are such as plainly show themselves to be the Effects of an Almighty Power,
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and then it is not to be doubted but they come from God.
and then it is not to be doubted but they come from God.
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Such, for Instance, was that Universal Deluge which drown'd all the Old World, except Noah and his Family.
Such, for Instance, was that Universal Deluge which drowned all the Old World, except Noah and his Family.
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The vast Collection of Waters, called Seas, left their appointed Seat, and were lifted upon the Earth,
The vast Collection of Waters, called Seas, left their appointed Seat, and were lifted upon the Earth,
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and mounted above the tops of the Highest Hills:
and mounted above the tops of the Highest Hills:
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And Clouds, at the same time, poured down from above, Rivers instead of Showers of Water.
And Clouds, At the same time, poured down from above, rivers instead of Showers of Water.
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These things could not have been brought to pass, but by the same Almighty Power which had separated the Waters which are above the Firmament from those beneath,
These things could not have been brought to pass, but by the same Almighty Power which had separated the Waters which Are above the Firmament from those beneath,
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and had made the Earth and dry Land to stand up out of the Waters;
and had made the Earth and dry Land to stand up out of the Waters;
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none but he that establish'd the Order of Nature, could have made this Confusion in it.
none but he that established the Order of Nature, could have made this Confusion in it.
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Again, such an Affliction too was that which punish'd the wicked Sodom and the neighboring Cities,
Again, such an Affliction too was that which punished the wicked Sodom and the neighbouring Cities,
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when four Cities were destroy'd at once with Showers of flaming Brimstone, and a Spacious and Pleasant Plain was turn'd into a filthy Sulphurous Lake,
when four Cities were destroyed At once with Showers of flaming Brimstone, and a Spacious and Pleasant Plain was turned into a filthy Sulphurous Lake,
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as it remains to this day.
as it remains to this day.
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Such also were the Ten Famous Plagues of Egypt, mentioned in the seventh and some following Chapters of Exodus, as could not be Effected by any but an Almighty Power;
Such also were the Ten Famous Plagues of Egypt, mentioned in the seventh and Some following Chapters of Exodus, as could not be Effected by any but an Almighty Power;
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and in them he made Pharaoh and Egypt know that he is the Lord, as he said he would do when he stretched out his Hand upon Egypt.
and in them he made Pharaoh and Egypt know that he is the Lord, as he said he would do when he stretched out his Hand upon Egypt.
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For although it be said concerning two of those Plagues, that the Magicians did so with their Enchantments, yet no more is meant by it,
For although it be said Concerning two of those Plagues, that the Magicians did so with their Enchantments, yet no more is meant by it,
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than that they could follow him in some faint Imitations of what he did by Moses. His Power was Superior to theirs, else they could have freed their Country from the Plagues which he inflicted.
than that they could follow him in Some faint Imitations of what he did by Moses. His Power was Superior to theirs, Else they could have freed their Country from the Plagues which he inflicted.
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And when the Dust of the Land was turned to Lice, which was the third Plague, the Magicians attempted to imitate this in vain,
And when the Dust of the Land was turned to Lice, which was the third Plague, the Magicians attempted to imitate this in vain,
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and were themselves forced to confess, that this was the Finger of God, Exod. 8.18, 19. In turning Water into Blood, it was no great Matter for their Master the Devil to do this for them in a little quantity of Water,
and were themselves forced to confess, that this was the Finger of God, Exod 8.18, 19. In turning Water into Blood, it was no great Matter for their Master the devil to do this for them in a little quantity of Water,
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or to seem to do it, and delude the Sight of those who were willing to believe it truly alter'd:
or to seem to do it, and delude the Sighed of those who were willing to believe it truly altered:
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But this was Infinitely out-done by God's Instrument Moses, who as soon as he touched the River with his Wand, turned all the Water of the River,
But this was Infinitely outdone by God's Instrument Moses, who as soon as he touched the River with his Wand, turned all the Water of the River,
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and all that was in the whole Nation besides, either in Vessels or Pools, into Blood.
and all that was in the Whole nation beside, either in Vessels or Pools, into Blood.
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The Tradition of the Jews is, That the Egyptians had no Water which they could use for seven days together,
The Tradition of the jews is, That the egyptians had no Water which they could use for seven days together,
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but what they found by Digging;
but what they found by Digging;
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for all that was above Ground was turn'd into Blood, and the Scripture it self favours that Tradition.
for all that was above Ground was turned into Blood, and the Scripture it self favours that Tradition.
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But that the Waters of a whole Nation should in a Moments time undergo such a Change;
But that the Waters of a Whole nation should in a Moments time undergo such a Change;
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that the Streams of a Great and Swift River should flow for seven days together, all turn'd into Blood, was a Wonder worthy of God! And the same thing we shall be forced to own concerning the rest of those Plagues,
that the Streams of a Great and Swift River should flow for seven days together, all turned into Blood, was a Wonder worthy of God! And the same thing we shall be forced to own Concerning the rest of those Plagues,
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if we do well consider them.
if we do well Consider them.
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Further, when the Heavens above us become as Brass, or the Earth under us as Iron;
Further, when the Heavens above us become as Brass, or the Earth under us as Iron;
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When the Clouds pour down Immoderate and Excessive Showers;
When the Clouds pour down Immoderate and Excessive Showers;
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When the Seasons of the Year seem to be alter'd, and we have Winters Weather in the time of Harvest,
When the Seasons of the Year seem to be altered, and we have Winter's Weather in the time of Harvest,
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and such as Harvest wants in the Winter;
and such as Harvest Wants in the Winter;
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When there is a general Failure of the Fruits of the Earth, and every sort of Fruit-Tree seems to have lost the Vertue of the first Blessing, to bring forth Fruit after its kind:
When there is a general Failure of the Fruits of the Earth, and every sort of Fruit-tree seems to have lost the Virtue of the First Blessing, to bring forth Fruit After its kind:
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And God does by such means bring a Fruitful Land into Barrenness:
And God does by such means bring a Fruitful Land into barrenness:
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These are Effects of the Immediate and Almighty Power of God, altering the usual Course and Operation of Nature.
These Are Effects of the Immediate and Almighty Power of God, altering the usual Course and Operation of Nature.
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When the Air, which is naturally the Breath of Life, becomes Infectious, and Spreads Noisom and Pestilential Diseases over many Nations at once:
When the Air, which is naturally the Breath of Life, becomes Infectious, and Spreads Noisome and Pestilential Diseases over many nations At once:
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When the fixed Earth Quakes, the Solid Rocks are rent with it, the strongest Buildings are thrown down, great Lakes are Swallow'd up,
When the fixed Earth Quakes, the Solid Rocks Are rend with it, the Strongest Buildings Are thrown down, great Lake's Are Swallowed up,
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and dry Ground succeeds in the place of them, and where dry Ground was before, a Sea or a Lake takes Possession;
and dry Ground succeeds in the place of them, and where dry Ground was before, a Sea or a Lake Takes Possession;
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when whole Countries shake at once, and at the distance too of a vast Sea between;
when Whole Countries shake At once, and At the distance too of a vast Sea between;
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These are plainly the Effects of a Divine and Almighty Power.
These Are plainly the Effects of a Divine and Almighty Power.
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These Effects are out of the usual Course of Nature, and far beyond the ordinary and common Force of it:
These Effects Are out of the usual Course of Nature, and Far beyond the ordinary and Common Force of it:
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So that if we do allow the Intervention of any Natural and Second Causes in the producing them,
So that if we do allow the Intervention of any Natural and Second Causes in the producing them,
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yet I think it must also be allow'd, that those Causes are for the time acted and inabled by an Immediate and Extraordinary Impulse and Motion from the Almighty Author of Nature.
yet I think it must also be allowed, that those Causes Are for the time acted and enabled by an Immediate and Extraordinary Impulse and Motion from the Almighty Author of Nature.
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The Ancient Heathens, and Hipocrates himself, acknowledged in Pestilential Diseases NONLATINALPHABET somewhat of Divine, surpassing ordinary Nature. (Boyl of Ʋnheeded Causes, &c. p. 72.) Thus do some Calamities prove themselves to come from God,
The Ancient heathens, and Hippocrates himself, acknowledged in Pestilential Diseases somewhat of Divine, surpassing ordinary Nature. (Boyl of Ʋnheeded Causes, etc. p. 72.) Thus do Some Calamities prove themselves to come from God,
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as they appear to be the Effects of a Divine Power.
as they appear to be the Effects of a Divine Power.
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2. Some shew this of themselves, as they do plainly appear to have been brought to pass,
2. some show this of themselves, as they do plainly appear to have been brought to pass,
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and to be suited to the Sufferers by an Admirable Wisdom.
and to be suited to the Sufferers by an Admirable Wisdom.
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In such strange and wonderful ways do these many times come to pass, that they will force us to acknowledge they do not come by Chance,
In such strange and wondered ways do these many times come to pass, that they will force us to acknowledge they do not come by Chance,
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but a most Wise Being Dispenses and Orders them.
but a most Wise Being Dispenses and Order them.
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When Men bring upon themselves the Afflictions which they fear and fly from, and that by the very likely and probable means to avoid them;
When Men bring upon themselves the Afflictions which they Fear and fly from, and that by the very likely and probable means to avoid them;
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When their Wisest Counsels are frustrated, and their strongest Endeavours weak and ineffectual;
When their Wisest Counsels Are frustrated, and their Strongest Endeavours weak and ineffectual;
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When the Race is not to the Swift, nor the Battel to the Strong, nor Bread to the Wise,
When the Raze is not to the Swift, nor the Battle to the Strong, nor Bred to the Wise,
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nor Favour to Men of Skill. nor Favour to Men of Skill.
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These things shew, that we and our Affairs are under the Government of a Wise Overruling Providence.
These things show, that we and our Affairs Are under the Government of a Wise Overruling Providence.
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But perhaps there is not any one thing that does more plainly discover the Exercises of a Divine Wisdom in bringing Punishments upon Men,
But perhaps there is not any one thing that does more plainly discover the Exercises of a Divine Wisdom in bringing Punishments upon Men,
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than the wonderful ways wherein Secret Murthers are often brought to Light, and the Guilty to Punishment.
than the wondered ways wherein Secret Murders Are often brought to Light, and the Guilty to Punishment.
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All Histories are full of Instances of this sort:
All Histories Are full of Instances of this sort:
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The Brute and Irrational Creatures have sometimes been endow'd with an extraordinary Sagacity to discover a Murther:
The Brutus and Irrational Creatures have sometime been endowed with an extraordinary Sagacity to discover a Murder:
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Things that seem'd the slightest Accidents have been order'd to this end: Yea, the Murtherer's own Conscience has often forced him to Accuse and Betray himself.
Things that seemed the slightest Accidents have been ordered to this end: Yea, the Murderer's own Conscience has often forced him to Accuse and Betray himself.
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The Light of Nature acknowledged a Divine Vengeance in the Death of him, who in a Popular Tumult kill'd Mitius the Argive.
The Light of Nature acknowledged a Divine Vengeance in the Death of him, who in a Popular Tumult killed Mitius the Argive.
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When the Senate could not find out who had done this, and had erected a Brazen Statue in Memory of Mitius, some time after, this Statue, by no visible Cause, fell upon that Man,
When the Senate could not find out who had done this, and had erected a Brazen Statue in Memory of Mitius, Some time After, this Statue, by no visible Cause, fell upon that Man,
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and so bruised him that he soon died, after he had confess'd himself the Murtherer of Mitius. (Plut. Mor.)
and so Bruised him that he soon died, After he had confessed himself the Murderer of Mitius. (Plutarch Mor.)
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When any Afflictions are so adapted, and suited to the Sufferers of them, either in their Nature or Circumstances,
When any Afflictions Are so adapted, and suited to the Sufferers of them, either in their Nature or circumstances,
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as that they do evidently punish some Sin in them, this speaks them to be dispensed by an Excellent Wisdom:
as that they do evidently Punish Some since in them, this speaks them to be dispensed by an Excellent Wisdom:
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For as Wisdom does nothing in vain, so it chuses the fittest Means to accomplish the Ends it aims at.
For as Wisdom does nothing in vain, so it chooses the Fittest Means to accomplish the Ends it aims At.
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The common End of Afflictions, if they are ordered by a Wise Being, must be either to amend the Person that Suffers,
The Common End of Afflictions, if they Are ordered by a Wise Being, must be either to amend the Person that Suffers,
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or to warn and with-hold others from his Sins.
or to warn and withhold Others from his Sins.
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And to point out the Sin by the Affliction, is certainly the best and most effectual Means to accomplish either of these Ends:
And to point out the since by the Affliction, is Certainly the best and most effectual Means to accomplish either of these Ends:
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And this we may often see done.
And this we may often see done.
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Thus it is when any are Afflicted and Punish'd by the very Instruments of their Wickedness:
Thus it is when any Are Afflicted and Punished by the very Instruments of their Wickedness:
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It was therefore observed by the Heathens, that Celippus (Plut. Mor.) was kill'd by his Companions with the very same Sword with which he had kill'd another Man:
It was Therefore observed by the heathens, that Celippus (Plutarch Mor.) was killed by his Sodales with the very same Sword with which he had killed Another Man:
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And Brutus and Cassius, in Despair, kill'd themselves with the same Swords wherewith they had before Murthered Cesar. Thus, too, the Ashes of the Furnace wherein the Poor Oppressed Israelites burnt their hard Tasks of Bricks, were made use of to scatter Infection through the Egyptian Air, which bred Vexatious and Noisom Boils through all the Land, both upon Man and upon Beast.
And Brutus and Cassius, in Despair, killed themselves with the same Swords wherewith they had before Murdered Cesar. Thus, too, the Ashes of the Furnace wherein the Poor Oppressed Israelites burned their hard Tasks of Bricks, were made use of to scatter Infection through the Egyptian Air, which bred Vexatious and Noisome Boils through all the Land, both upon Man and upon Beast.
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Their Waters also, the Instrument of their Cruelty, when they were turned into Blood, did most wisely punish that unmerciful Edict, which commanded the Male Children of the Israelites to be all Drown'd.
Their Waters also, the Instrument of their Cruelty, when they were turned into Blood, did most wisely Punish that unmerciful Edict, which commanded the Male Children of the Israelites to be all Drowned.
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The Place and Time of the Punishment, do sometimes admirably serve to point out and brand the Sin that is Punish'd.
The Place and Time of the Punishment, do sometime admirably serve to point out and brand the since that is Punished.
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At Jerusalem it was that the Jews Crucified the Innocent Jesus, and at the time of their Passover:
At Jerusalem it was that the jews crucified the Innocent jesus, and At the time of their Passover:
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It was Jerusalem eminently, that had kill'd the Prophets, and stoned the Messengers of God to them.
It was Jerusalem eminently, that had killed the prophets, and stoned the Messengers of God to them.
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And there it was that the Jews met with their final Destruction, and at the time of their Passover;
And there it was that the jews met with their final Destruction, and At the time of their Passover;
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then did the Romans lay Siege to them, and they were at once punish'd with War, Famine, Pestilence,
then did the Romans lay Siege to them, and they were At once punished with War, Famine, Pestilence,
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and Intestine Factions and Dissentions, till at last, overcome with Misery, the Romans had them at their Mercy,
and Intestine Factions and Dissensions, till At last, overcome with Misery, the Romans had them At their Mercy,
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and Slaughter'd a great many Thousands, Sold the rest for Slaves, and laid the City in Ruins.
and Slaughtered a great many Thousands, Sold the rest for Slaves, and laid the city in Ruins.
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And shall we not acknowledge, that it was with admirable Wisdom order'd to Punish the Unjust Death of Naboth, that Dogs did eat Jezebel by the Wall of Jezreel, the Portion of Naboth, and they lick'd up the Blood of Ahab in the same place where they had before lick'd up the Blood of Naboth. It is said, the first Resolution for the Massacre of Paris, chiefly upon the Instance of the Duke of Guise and his Party, was taken at Blois, in the very Chamber where that Duke himself was kill'd fifteen Years after:
And shall we not acknowledge, that it was with admirable Wisdom ordered to punish the Unjust Death of Naboth, that Dogs did eat Jezebel by the Wall of Jezrael, the Portion of Naboth, and they licked up the Blood of Ahab in the same place where they had before licked up the Blood of Naboth. It is said, the First Resolution for the Massacre of paris, chiefly upon the Instance of the Duke of Guise and his Party, was taken At Blois, in the very Chamber where that Duke himself was killed fifteen years After:
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And that, some Difficulties arising, they held another Council in the House of Gondy at St. Cloud, whereat the Duke of Anjou presided, who afterwards (being King Henry the Third) was unhappily Murthered in the very same place,
And that, Some Difficulties arising, they held Another Council in the House of Gondy At Saint Cloud, whereat the Duke of Anjou presided, who afterwards (being King Henry the Third) was unhappily Murdered in the very same place,
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and, as some affirm, on the same day. ( Mez. p. 717. Engl. Ed. )
and, as Some affirm, on the same day. (Mez p. 717. England Ed.)
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Further, When the same thing is the Subject both of the Sin and Punishment, then does the Punishment point to the Sin,
Further, When the same thing is the Subject both of the since and Punishment, then does the Punishment point to the since,
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and very Wisely serve to correct it, or to warn others from being guilty of it.
and very Wisely serve to correct it, or to warn Others from being guilty of it.
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As David 's Pride, which would needs number his People, was punish'd with a Destroying Pestilence, which in three days time made their Number less by Seventy Thousand Men.
As David is Pride, which would needs number his People, was punished with a Destroying Pestilence, which in three days time made their Number less by Seventy Thousand Men.
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So Eli 's Fond Indulgence of his Sons, in their Abominable Wickedness, was punish'd with the Untimely Deaths of them both in a day.
So Eli is Found Indulgence of his Sons, in their Abominable Wickedness, was punished with the Untimely Death's of them both in a day.
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When Parents have their Children Undutiful to themselves, because they have not taught them the Fear of God:
When Parents have their Children Undutiful to themselves, Because they have not taught them the fear of God:
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When they see them likely to Squander and throw away that Wealth, in Leud and Vicious Courses, which the Parents by any manner of unjust ways gather'd for them:
When they see them likely to Squander and throw away that Wealth, in Lewd and Vicious Courses, which the Parents by any manner of unjust ways gathered for them:
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When our Dearest and most Loved Enjoyments, being Idolized and Abused, are turn'd into our greatest Crosses and Vexations:
When our Dearest and most Loved Enjoyments, being Idolized and Abused, Are turned into our greatest Crosses and Vexations:
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When the things which we would have, by any means prove our Curse and Punishment when we have them.
When the things which we would have, by any means prove our Curse and Punishment when we have them.
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In all these Instances does the Wisdom of God appear, in that the Punishment is so suited to the Sin,
In all these Instances does the Wisdom of God appear, in that the Punishment is so suited to the since,
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and is so fit to correct it in the Guilty, or to prevent it in others.
and is so fit to correct it in the Guilty, or to prevent it in Others.
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3. Sometimes the Afflictions which Men Suffer, do more remarkably Express and shew a Divine and Impartial Justice,
3. Sometime the Afflictions which Men Suffer, do more remarkably Express and show a Divine and Impartial justice,
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and so declare themselves to have God for their Author.
and so declare themselves to have God for their Author.
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Thus in particular it is, when they do distinguish between the Good Men and the Bad;
Thus in particular it is, when they do distinguish between the Good Men and the Bad;
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when Wicked Men are Punish'd, and those Good Men that dwelt amongst them are Spar'd and Favour'd:
when Wicked Men Are Punished, and those Good Men that dwelled among them Are Spared and Favoured:
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As when the Righteous Noah and his Family were Saved in an Ark from that Deluge which drown'd the Ungodly World:
As when the Righteous Noah and his Family were Saved in an Ark from that Deluge which drowned the Ungodly World:
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When Lot and his Family were rescued from the Flames of Sodom: When the Plagues which Infested and Punish'd the Egyptians, Spared the Israelites who dwelt among them:
When Lot and his Family were rescued from the Flames of Sodom: When the Plagues which Infested and Punished the egyptians, Spared the Israelites who dwelled among them:
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When the Christians were warned by a Voice from Heaven, to depart out of Jerusalem before that last and Fatal Siege which involved it in so many Miseries,
When the Christians were warned by a Voice from Heaven, to depart out of Jerusalem before that last and Fatal Siege which involved it in so many Misery's,
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while it lasted, and ended in the Destruction of it.
while it lasted, and ended in the Destruction of it.
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A most remarkable Justice appears in the Afflictions Men endure, when the same things are brought upon themselves which they have unjustly contriv'd or done against others.
A most remarkable justice appears in the Afflictions Men endure, when the same things Are brought upon themselves which they have unjustly contrived or done against Others.
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As when the Cruel King of Egypt, who had commanded the Male Children of the israelites to be drown'd, did himself meet at last the same Fate,
As when the Cruel King of Egypt, who had commanded the Male Children of the israelites to be drowned, did himself meet At last the same Fate,
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and the Glory and Strength of his Nation with him; in this Punishment did both Wisdom and Justice gloriously shine.
and the Glory and Strength of his nation with him; in this Punishment did both Wisdom and justice gloriously shine.
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Thus Adonibezek was with most evident Justice punish'd by having his Thumbs and great Toes cut off,
Thus Adonibezek was with most evident justice punished by having his Thumbs and great Toes Cut off,
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as he had formerly in his Pride done before to those whom he had conquered.
as he had formerly in his Pride done before to those whom he had conquered.
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Thus Haman came to be advanced to the Gallows which he had prepared for Mordecai; and his Family and Race were destroy'd by the Jews, whom he in his Pride and Revenge sought to destroy.
Thus Haman Come to be advanced to the Gallows which he had prepared for Mordecai; and his Family and Raze were destroyed by the jews, whom he in his Pride and Revenge sought to destroy.
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So Daniel 's Enemies were thrown into the same Den of Lions where he had been,
So daniel is Enemies were thrown into the same Den of Lions where he had been,
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and were speedily devoured by those Lions that had not hurt him:
and were speedily devoured by those Lions that had not hurt him:
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When the Oppressor and Extortioner to others, is himself Pinched and Oppressed by one Mightier than he:
When the Oppressor and Extortioner to Others, is himself Pinched and Oppressed by one Mightier than he:
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When the Malicious and Mischievous People are Universally Hated, and he whose Hand is against every Man, finds every Mans Hand against him:
When the Malicious and Mischievous People Are Universally Hated, and he whose Hand is against every Man, finds every men Hand against him:
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When the False and Deceitful are Cheated, the Proud and Disdainful are Contemn'd and Despised:
When the False and Deceitful Are Cheated, the Proud and Disdainful Are Contemned and Despised:
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When those that are themselves Disobedient to the Lawful Orders and Governours of Church and State, are Sadly Afflicted with the Disobedience of their own Servants and Children:
When those that Are themselves Disobedient to the Lawful Order and Governors of Church and State, Are Sadly Afflicted with the Disobedience of their own Servants and Children:
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These things do all of them shew, that a Righteous God Dispenses them:
These things do all of them show, that a Righteous God Dispenses them:
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Lastly, The Justice of our Afflictions does also evidently appear, when the Affliction overtakes the Act of Sin. For though Sentence against an Evil Work, is not always immediately executed upon the Sin, yet sometimes it is:
Lastly, The justice of our Afflictions does also evidently appear, when the Affliction overtakes the Act of Sin. For though Sentence against an Evil Work, is not always immediately executed upon the since, yet sometime it is:
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And sometimes, though it has been deferr'd through a long Course of Wickedness, yet it comes at last,
And sometime, though it has been deferred through a long Course of Wickedness, yet it comes At last,
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and in coming attends the very Act of the Wickedness which it Punishes.
and in coming attends the very Act of the Wickedness which it Punishes.
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So Corah, Dathan and Abiram, Perish'd in the Act of their Rebellion against Moses and Aaron, the Magistracy and Ministry of their Nation;
So Corah, Dathan and Abiram, Perished in the Act of their Rebellion against Moses and Aaron, the Magistracy and Ministry of their nation;
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and the Earth Opened and Swallowed up Dathan, and covered the Congregation of Abiram.
and the Earth Opened and Swallowed up Dathan, and covered the Congregation of Abiram.
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So Ananias and Saphire, both of them fell down Dead in the Act of their Lying,
So Ananias and Sapphire, both of them fell down Dead in the Act of their Lying,
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and concealing of their wicked Sacriledge.
and concealing of their wicked Sacrilege.
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So many have been suddenly Struck with those Evils which they have wish'd to themselves to confirm the Falshoods which they asserted.
So many have been suddenly Struck with those Evils which they have wished to themselves to confirm the Falsehoods which they asserted.
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In the Act of their Uncleanness, some have received that Venom, which has given them a Miserable, Painful,
In the Act of their Uncleanness, Some have received that Venom, which has given them a Miserable, Painful,
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and Pineing Life for the remainder of their Days, and a Hasty Untimely Death.
and Pining Life for the remainder of their Days, and a Hasty Untimely Death.
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And some that would not be Reclaim'd by the Sickness which their Drunkenness has often given them, have at last met with their Death in it.
And Some that would not be Reclaimed by the Sickness which their drunkenness has often given them, have At last met with their Death in it.
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Thus is God known by the Judgments which he executes, as the Scripture speaks Psal. 9.16. In the Afflictions themselves which befall Mankind, there may be often seen the Impresses and Characters of Divine Attributes and Perfections:
Thus is God known by the Judgments which he executes, as the Scripture speaks Psalm 9.16. In the Afflictions themselves which befall Mankind, there may be often seen the Impresses and Characters of Divine Attributes and Perfections:
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And so these appear therein to have him for their Author. And thus I have said what is sufficient to the first Part of the Discourse.
And so these appear therein to have him for their Author. And thus I have said what is sufficient to the First Part of the Discourse.
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Now since it is prov'd, That all Afflictions and Calamities are sent from God: Let us in the next place observe what Use to make of this Truth.
Now since it is proved, That all Afflictions and Calamities Are sent from God: Let us in the next place observe what Use to make of this Truth.
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1. And in the first Place, The Afflictions which we either observe upon others, or feel upon our selves, should, upon this Account, mightily Promote in us the Reverence and Fear of God.
1. And in the First Place, The Afflictions which we either observe upon Others, or feel upon our selves, should, upon this Account, mightily Promote in us the reverence and fear of God.
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This may assure us, there is a God that Governs and Judges in the Earth, that he does from his Throne behold all the Dwellers here;
This may assure us, there is a God that Governs and Judges in the Earth, that he does from his Throne behold all the Dwellers Here;
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His Eyes behold, and his Eyelids try the Children of Men. He certainly takes notice of all our Actions, to deal with us as they deserve;His Eyes behold, and his Eyelids try the Children of Men. He Certainly Takes notice of all our Actions, to deal with us as they deserve;
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and if we are not Punish'd or Rewarded in this Life, we may justly expect that we shall be so in the next.
and if we Are not Punished or Rewarded in this Life, we may justly expect that we shall be so in the next.
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We may rationally conclude from hence, that, as Solomon says, Evil pursueth Sinners, Prov. 13.11. and shall certainly sooner or later overtake them, unless it be prevented by a speedy Repentance.
We may rationally conclude from hence, that, as Solomon Says, Evil pursueth Sinners, Curae 13.11. and shall Certainly sooner or later overtake them, unless it be prevented by a speedy Repentance.
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And the longer he is Spared, the Greater and more Terrible Loads of Vengeance are reserved for him.
And the longer he is Spared, the Greater and more Terrible Loads of Vengeance Are reserved for him.
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And since sometimes God's Judgments do overtake our Sins, and his Sentence against them is executed speedily;
And since sometime God's Judgments do overtake our Sins, and his Sentence against them is executed speedily;
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There is no Man can be assured that this shall not happen to him.
There is no Man can be assured that this shall not happen to him.
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Who knows when Divine Justice will pay that Debt which is always due? Who can promise himself, that the Punishment shall be deferr'd till tomorrow, which he is greatly deserving to day? Let us all,
Who knows when Divine justice will pay that Debt which is always due? Who can promise himself, that the Punishment shall be deferred till tomorrow, which he is greatly deserving to day? Let us all,
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then, stand in aw of God's Judgments, that we may not Sin against Him. 2. Under all our Afflictions, we should carefully Search and Examine our selves.
then, stand in aw of God's Judgments, that we may not since against Him. 2. Under all our Afflictions, we should carefully Search and Examine our selves.
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In the day of Adversity Consider, says the Wise Man;In the day of Adversity Consider, Says the Wise Man;
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and this, sure, is what we should, in the first place, Consider, Whether we have not offended God,
and this, sure, is what we should, in the First place, Consider, Whither we have not offended God,
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and brought upon our selves what we Suffer.
and brought upon our selves what we Suffer.
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Though we ought not to Censure our Neighbour too rigidly in his Afflictions, yet we may be Severe upon our selves.
Though we ought not to Censure our Neighbour too rigidly in his Afflictions, yet we may be Severe upon our selves.
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Without the Censure of our selves, we are very Apt to fall foul upon God's Providence, to Murmur and Complain;
Without the Censure of our selves, we Are very Apt to fallen foul upon God's Providence, to Murmur and Complain;
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but it is certainly fitter that we Condemn our selves than him:
but it is Certainly fitter that we Condemn our selves than him:
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Therefore the Prophet says, Wherefore doth a Living Man complain, Let us search and try our ways.
Therefore the Prophet Says, Wherefore does a Living Man complain, Let us search and try our ways.
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Let us, before we complain of God's dealing with us, see if he has not much more reason to complain of our Carriage towards him in our easier Circumstances.
Let us, before we complain of God's dealing with us, see if he has not much more reason to complain of our Carriage towards him in our Easier circumstances.
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And in the Search of our selves, we may with Humility say to him as Job does, Shew me wherefore thou Contendest with me.
And in the Search of our selves, we may with Humility say to him as Job does, Show me Wherefore thou Contendest with me.
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Since 'tis God who Afflicts, who is Just and Righteous and loth to Afflict, we may be sure 'tis some great Provocation has caused him to do it:
Since it's God who Afflicts, who is Just and Righteous and loath to Afflict, we may be sure it's Some great Provocation has caused him to do it:
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Or else, since he is Infinitely Good, and desires the Happiness of all his Creatures, he does intend us some great Advantage by it, which we should take care that our own Perverseness and Frowardness does not deprive us of.
Or Else, since he is Infinitely Good, and Desires the Happiness of all his Creatures, he does intend us Some great Advantage by it, which we should take care that our own Perverseness and Frowardness does not deprive us of.
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If it be to Correct and Amend what is Amiss, that he Afflicts us, we shall find this out by a Serious and Impartial Examination of our selves.
If it be to Correct and Amend what is Amiss, that he Afflicts us, we shall find this out by a Serious and Impartial Examination of our selves.
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If it be for the Tryal and Exercise only of our Vertues, we shall be the more ready to apply our selves to those Exercises of Vertue which he intends,
If it be for the Trial and Exercise only of our Virtues, we shall be the more ready to apply our selves to those Exercises of Virtue which he intends,
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when we understand that this is the End of it:
when we understand that this is the End of it:
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And all the while that the Trial endures, we may have the Comfort of Expecting, that if we Persevere in Well-doing, this will be to our Praise and Honour at the Appearing of Jesus Christ.
And all the while that the Trial endures, we may have the Comfort of Expecting, that if we Persevere in Welldoing, this will be to our Praise and Honour At the Appearing of jesus christ.
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Therefore the Apostle James says, Blessed is the Man that endureth Temptation, by which he means Tempting Affliction, For when he is Tried, he shall receive the Crown of Life, James 1.12. 3. When we are under Affliction, we should solemnly Repent of our Sins.
Therefore the Apostle James Says, Blessed is the Man that Endureth Temptation, by which he means Tempting Affliction, For when he is Tried, he shall receive the Crown of Life, James 1.12. 3. When we Are under Affliction, we should solemnly repent of our Sins.
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This, if we do not find what we are Afflicted for, is yet very fit for us to do;
This, if we do not find what we Are Afflicted for, is yet very fit for us to do;
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We should renew our Repentance in general, and Humble our selves under the mighty Hand of God, as the Scripture speaks, and then he will Exalt us in due time.
We should renew our Repentance in general, and Humble our selves under the mighty Hand of God, as the Scripture speaks, and then he will Exalt us in due time.
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Certainly such is our Frailty and Proneness to do amiss, that for the most part we are Afflicted to Correct and Amend something in us:
Certainly such is our Frailty and Proneness to do amiss, that for the most part we Are Afflicted to Correct and Amend something in us:
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And it becomes us to have so humble an Opinion of our selves, as generally to conclude, 'tis for some Indulged Lust or Omission, that we are Disappointed and Vexed by the Dispensations of God's Providence.
And it becomes us to have so humble an Opinion of our selves, as generally to conclude, it's for Some Indulged Lust or Omission, that we Are Disappointed and Vexed by the Dispensations of God's Providence.
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But especially, if we find upon Examination, that we have yet retain'd some Sin, and have lived in a Course of Evil Practice;
But especially, if we find upon Examination, that we have yet retained Some since, and have lived in a Course of Evil Practice;
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Then should our Afflictions awaken our Sorrow for it, and revive our Repentance; Then should we speedily follow the rest of the Prophets Advice in Lam. 3.40. And turn to the Lord:
Then should our Afflictions awaken our Sorrow for it, and revive our Repentance; Then should we speedily follow the rest of the prophets advice in Lam. 3.40. And turn to the Lord:
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If Judgments overtake us in our Sins, there is no way likely to be delivered from them, but by forsaking our Sins:
If Judgments overtake us in our Sins, there is no Way likely to be Delivered from them, but by forsaking our Sins:
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In Affliction it is meet to be said unto God, I have borne thy Chastisements, O Lord, I will not offend any more; as is directed Job 34.31.
In Affliction it is meet to be said unto God, I have born thy Chastisements, Oh Lord, I will not offend any more; as is directed Job 34.31.
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It is Vain and Foolish, and tends but to make our Condition worse, to spend our Time and Thoughts in Railing against Instruments,
It is Vain and Foolish, and tends but to make our Condition Worse, to spend our Time and Thoughts in Railing against Instruments,
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and blaming those whom we, perhaps unjustly, think the Second Causes of our Afflictions:
and blaming those whom we, perhaps unjustly, think the Second Causes of our Afflictions:
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We should accept of them as coming from God for the Punishment of our Sins, be most Zealous and Forward in Accusing our selves for what we Suffer,
We should accept of them as coming from God for the Punishment of our Sins, be most Zealous and Forward in Accusing our selves for what we Suffer,
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and so turn to God that Smites us.
and so turn to God that Smites us.
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I may say as the Prophet, Come let us return unto the Lord, for he hath torn and he will heal us, Hosea 6.1.
I may say as the Prophet, Come let us return unto the Lord, for he hath torn and he will heal us, Hosea 6.1.
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While we go on to Transgress, we may justly expect his Hand shall be still stretched out to Punish.
While we go on to Transgress, we may justly expect his Hand shall be still stretched out to punish.
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If we remove some Instruments of Afflictions, our Sins will provoke him to raise up others;
If we remove Some Instruments of Afflictions, our Sins will provoke him to raise up Others;
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but if we remove those Provocations of him, he will remove what Afflicts us, and make even our Enemies to be at Peace with us.
but if we remove those Provocations of him, he will remove what Afflicts us, and make even our Enemies to be At Peace with us.
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If we Repent and forsake our Sins, we shall find Mercy.
If we repent and forsake our Sins, we shall find Mercy.
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And the Necessity and Usefulness of this, will further appear by what I may urge in the next place.
And the Necessity and Usefulness of this, will further appear by what I may urge in the next place.
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4. Since God is the Principal Cause in our Afflictions;
4. Since God is the Principal Cause in our Afflictions;
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this Suggests to us to make our chief Applications to him for Deliverance out of them.
this Suggests to us to make our chief Applications to him for Deliverance out of them.
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In vain shall we use any other Means, till we engage him to our Assistance, which we must do by Repentance of our Sins,
In vain shall we use any other Means, till we engage him to our Assistance, which we must do by Repentance of our Sins,
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and Earnest and Incessant Prayers to Him; and this we may do by this Course.
and Earnest and Incessant Prayers to Him; and this we may do by this Course.
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To the great Consolation and Encouragement of True Penitents, it is expresly said, Is any Afflicted, Let him Pray, James 5.13.
To the great Consolation and Encouragement of True Penitents, it is expressly said, Is any Afflicted, Let him Pray, James 5.13.
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This evidently shews, that he is willing and ready to Hear when he bids us to Pray: It shews he has a Compassion to his Creatures, even while he Afflicts them;
This evidently shows, that he is willing and ready to Hear when he bids us to Pray: It shows he has a Compassion to his Creatures, even while he Afflicts them;
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and that even in his Wrath he thinketh upon Mercy, as our Church speaks. When we suffer even what our Sins have deserved, he encourages us, upon our Repentance,
and that even in his Wrath he Thinketh upon Mercy, as our Church speaks. When we suffer even what our Sins have deserved, he encourages us, upon our Repentance,
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and sueing for Mercy, to Hope for it.
and suing for Mercy, to Hope for it.
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He says very truly, without doubt, of himself, that he Delights not in the Death of a Sinner, but had rather that he should turn from his Wickedness and Live:
He Says very truly, without doubt, of himself, that he Delights not in the Death of a Sinner, but had rather that he should turn from his Wickedness and Live:
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We must not conclude that he has cast us off, because we are Afflicted; or that our Case is Hopeless, because God seems Angry with us.
We must not conclude that he has cast us off, Because we Are Afflicted; or that our Case is Hopeless, Because God seems Angry with us.
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Some, because they are not presently delivered, are apt to conclude, there is no Hope in God,
some, Because they Are not presently Delivered, Are apt to conclude, there is no Hope in God,
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and to betake themselves to any manner of Shifts of their own to help them.
and to betake themselves to any manner of Shifts of their own to help them.
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It was a very wrong Inference, in such a Case, which that Wicked and Impatient King made,
It was a very wrong Inference, in such a Case, which that Wicked and Impatient King made,
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when he said, This Evil is of the Lord, Why should I wait on the Lord any longer? Since it is the Lord that Afflicts, we should therefore wait upon him:
when he said, This Evil is of the Lord, Why should I wait on the Lord any longer? Since it is the Lord that Afflicts, we should Therefore wait upon him:
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Wait on the Lord and keep his Way: Trust in the Lord, and do Good: Seek his Favour still who is Gracious and Merciful:Wait on the Lord and keep his Way: Trust in the Lord, and do Good: Seek his Favour still who is Gracious and Merciful:
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And we shall find that the Persevering Fervent Prayer of the Righteous will avail much.
And we shall find that the Persevering Fervent Prayer of the Righteous will avail much.
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Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, One God, Blessed for Evermore, be all Honour and Glory, World without End. Now to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, One God, Blessed for Evermore, be all Honour and Glory, World without End.
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The PRAYER. ALmighty and most Glorious Lord God: Thou art the Greatest, the most Excellent Being;
The PRAYER. ALmighty and most Glorious Lord God: Thou art the Greatest, the most Excellent Being;
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Infinite in all Excellencies and Perfections.
Infinite in all Excellencies and Perfections.
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And all thy Works are suitable to thy self, they are such as become thee, they are full of Wonder.
And all thy Works Are suitable to thy self, they Are such as become thee, they Are full of Wonder.
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All thy Works therefore Praise thee O God, for they bear the Characters of thy Infinite Perfections.
All thy Works Therefore Praise thee Oh God, for they bear the Characters of thy Infinite Perfections.
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We ought, O Lord, to study thy Works, to observe and take notice of them, to judge of them with great Reverence,
We ought, Oh Lord, to study thy Works, to observe and take notice of them, to judge of them with great reverence,
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and to Praise thee for all.
and to Praise thee for all.
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Make us always to believe that they are done in so much Wisdom and Equity, that no Fault or Imperfection can be found in them.
Make us always to believe that they Are done in so much Wisdom and Equity, that no Fault or Imperfection can be found in them.
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And teach us, we pray thee, that Humble and Patient Resignation of our selves to thy disposal which is due unto thee.
And teach us, we pray thee, that Humble and Patient Resignation of our selves to thy disposal which is due unto thee.
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Let us know that we have no Right to Contend with our Sovereign Lord, nor any Power against our Maker:
Let us know that we have no Right to Contend with our Sovereign Lord, nor any Power against our Maker:
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That as we cannot amend what is thy Will and Doing, so neither can we resist or alter it.
That as we cannot amend what is thy Will and Doing, so neither can we resist or altar it.
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We must acknowledge, O Lord, if thou dost at any time Chastise us, thou art Righteous in this,
We must acknowledge, Oh Lord, if thou dost At any time Chastise us, thou art Righteous in this,
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and thy Judgments are Just, however Terrible they are. We must ackowledge our Folly and Perverseness often needs Correction:
and thy Judgments Are Just, however Terrible they Are. We must acknowledge our Folly and Perverseness often needs Correction:
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It is like that of the Horse and Mule which have no Understanding.
It is like that of the Horse and Mule which have no Understanding.
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In our Afflictions we are perhaps mindful of thee, but before we are Afflicted we go Astray;
In our Afflictions we Are perhaps mindful of thee, but before we Are Afflicted we go Astray;
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we lose that Fear and Reverence of thee, which ought to possess us: We grow Proud, Injurious and Disdainful towards Men:
we loose that fear and reverence of thee, which ought to possess us: We grow Proud, Injurious and Disdainful towards Men:
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We become too much addicted to this present World, and forget and neglect the Happiness which was prepared for us from the Foundation of the World:
We become too much addicted to this present World, and forget and neglect the Happiness which was prepared for us from the Foundation of the World:
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We forsake our Duty and our true Interest, and shall Perish if thou let us alone in our Sins.
We forsake our Duty and our true Interest, and shall Perish if thou let us alone in our Sins.
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Teach us, we beseech thee therefore, under all our Afflictions, to search and try our Hearts and Ways;
Teach us, we beseech thee Therefore, under all our Afflictions, to search and try our Hearts and Ways;
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make us to enquire with Diligence and Humility why thou contendest with us; that so we may repent of our Sins, amend our Misdoings, and procure thy Favour.
make us to inquire with Diligence and Humility why thou Contendest with us; that so we may Repent of our Sins, amend our Misdoings, and procure thy Favour.
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And give us, O Lord, such a Sense of thy Goodness at all times, as may encourage our return to thee.
And give us, Oh Lord, such a Sense of thy goodness At all times, as may encourage our return to thee.
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Let us know, that as thou dost not willingly Afflict or Grieve the Children of Men,
Let us know, that as thou dost not willingly Afflict or Grieve the Children of Men,
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so thou art willing to Spare, to Pardon, and to Heal. Thy Long-suffering and great Forbearance towards Sinners, shew thee slow to Anger:
so thou art willing to Spare, to Pardon, and to Heal. Thy Long-suffering and great Forbearance towards Sinners, show thee slow to Anger:
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O let us be so Wise, therefore, as to make a good use of thy Goodness;
Oh let us be so Wise, Therefore, as to make a good use of thy goodness;
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Let it not give us Presumption, but let it give us Faith and Hope in thee,
Let it not give us Presumption, but let it give us Faith and Hope in thee,
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and encourage our Prayers in all Distress, our Patient Attendance upon thee for Relief, and our Repentance and Return to our Duty.
and encourage our Prayers in all Distress, our Patient Attendance upon thee for Relief, and our Repentance and Return to our Duty.
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We beseech thee, O Lord, Sanctifie to us all the Troubles and Afflictions that we shall meet with in this Vale of Tears,
We beseech thee, Oh Lord, Sanctify to us all the Troubles and Afflictions that we shall meet with in this Vale of Tears,
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and let them do us good in promoting our Everlasting Happiness. Let them fit us for, and increase our Desire of the Happiness to come.
and let them do us good in promoting our Everlasting Happiness. Let them fit us for, and increase our Desire of the Happiness to come.
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We humbly Implore thy Mercy and Favour for all Mankind, have Compassion upon the Souls that thou hast made,
We humbly Implore thy Mercy and Favour for all Mankind, have Compassion upon the Souls that thou hast made,
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and Rescue them from the ways of Perdition.
and Rescue them from the ways of Perdition.
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We Pray according to thy Command and Will, for the Peace of Jerusalem; Let them Prosper that love and seek the Peace of thy Church;
We Pray according to thy Command and Will, for the Peace of Jerusalem; Let them Prosper that love and seek the Peace of thy Church;
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and as for the Enemies of it, we pray thee to abate their Pride, asswage their Malice, and confound their Devices.
and as for the Enemies of it, we pray thee to abate their Pride, assuage their Malice, and confound their Devices.
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Be Merciful to the Nations in which we live, Let Piety and Vertue abound amongst us,
Be Merciful to the nations in which we live, Let Piety and Virtue abound among us,
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and whatever may render us well-pleasing in thy fight, and give us, we pray, the great Blessings of Unity and Peace.
and whatever may render us Well-pleasing in thy fight, and give us, we pray, the great Blessings of Unity and Peace.
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Let thy peculiar Favour abundantly Bless our Gracious King and Queen;
Let thy peculiar Favour abundantly Bless our Gracious King and Queen;
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as thou hast given them the Desire to promote thy Honour and Glory in the World, give them, we beseech thee, Success in their Endeavours so to do,
as thou hast given them the Desire to promote thy Honour and Glory in the World, give them, we beseech thee, Success in their Endeavours so to do,
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and give them great Increase of Honour and Worship in this World, and Crowns of Everlasting Glory in the next.
and give them great Increase of Honour and Worship in this World, and Crowns of Everlasting Glory in the next.
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Teach Inferior Magistrates and Ministers, and all Subjects, so to perform their Duties towards thee,
Teach Inferior Magistrates and Ministers, and all Subject's, so to perform their Duties towards thee,
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and them, and each other, as may be to our mutual Comfort and the common Welfare.
and them, and each other, as may be to our mutual Comfort and the Common Welfare.
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We humbly recommend to thy Mercy all our near Relations, beseeching thee to guide them by thy Counsel, to keep them unspotted from the Evil World, to give them what is expedient for them in this Life,
We humbly recommend to thy Mercy all our near Relations, beseeching thee to guide them by thy Counsel, to keep them unspotted from the Evil World, to give them what is expedient for them in this Life,
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and at last to bring them to thy Glory.
and At last to bring them to thy Glory.
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We thank thee, O Lord, for all the means of Grace we have ever enjoy'd, particularly for those of this day:
We thank thee, Oh Lord, for all the means of Grace we have ever enjoyed, particularly for those of this day:
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Let them, by thy Blessing, increase our Faith in thee, our Love to thee, and our Hope of Glory, that we may rejoyce evermore in that Hope,
Let them, by thy Blessing, increase our Faith in thee, our Love to thee, and our Hope of Glory, that we may rejoice evermore in that Hope,
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and be Patient under the Tribulations of this Life. Be thou, we pray thee, our Refuge and Protection this Night and all our Lives,
and be Patient under the Tribulations of this Life. Be thou, we pray thee, our Refuge and Protection this Night and all our Lives,
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and our Portion for ever, for the sake of Jesus Christ, for whom we Bless thee,
and our Portion for ever, for the sake of jesus christ, for whom we Bless thee,
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and of whom we have learnt to Pray, saying, OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
and of whom we have learned to Pray, saying, OƲR Father, which art in Heaven; Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come.
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Thy Will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily Bread.
Thy Will be done in Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily Bred.
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And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us. And lead us not into Temptation;
And forgive us our Trespasses, as we forgive them that Trespass against us. And led us not into Temptation;
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But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.But deliver us from Evil. For thine is the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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