A discovery of glorious love, or, The love of Christ to beleevers opened, in the truth, transcendency, and sweetness thereof together with the necessity that lyes upon every beleever, to strive after the spirituall and experimentall knowledge of it : being the sum of VI sermons preached upon Ephesians 3.19 / by John Durant ...
or all Divine truths else besides. Therefore it is that Paul accents this knowledge with an excellency, Phil. 3.8. Yea doubtlesse (saith he) I count all things but loss, for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord.
or all Divine truths Else beside. Therefore it is that Paul accents this knowledge with an excellency, Philip 3.8. Yea doubtless (Says he) I count all things but loss, for the excellency of the knowledge of christ jesus my Lord.
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But yet, as although the Sun be the most glorious of the heavenly Lights, yet Mortals receive more comfort by its heat, than by its light: In like manner,
But yet, as although the Sun be the most glorious of the heavenly Lights, yet Mortals receive more Comfort by its heat, than by its Light: In like manner,
though the knowledge of Jesus Christ bee the most transcendent of divine truths, yet our souls receive more sweetnesse by the warmth of his love, than by the lustre of his light. Look as Moses could not see the glory of God and live, and yet must dye except he saw his grace:
though the knowledge of jesus christ be the most transcendent of divine truths, yet our Souls receive more sweetness by the warmth of his love, than by the lustre of his Light. Look as Moses could not see the glory of God and live, and yet must die except he saw his grace:
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If this light dawn not upon our bosoms, if this knowledge shine not into our hearts, we shall sink and dye in our souls, especially if wee are in fear of any troubles.
If this Light dawn not upon our bosoms, if this knowledge shine not into our hearts, we shall sink and die in our Souls, especially if we Are in Fear of any Troubles.
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Hence it was, that the Apostle Paul, among the rest of those precious Petitions, which he puts up to the Father of our Lord Jesus, in the behalf of the Ephesians, lest they should faint at his tribulations, hee adds this, that they might know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge.
Hence it was, that the Apostle Paul, among the rest of those precious Petitions, which he puts up to the Father of our Lord jesus, in the behalf of the Ephesians, lest they should faint At his tribulations, he adds this, that they might know the love of christ which passes knowledge.
The Apostle having hinted in the first verse of this Chapter, that hee was a prisoner of Jesus Christ for the Ephesians, who were Gentiles; and having also upon that spoken something of the excellency of the Gospel, and the warrant which hee had to preach the same unto them (which two things were as two great supporters of him in his sufferings) hee comes in the fourteenth verse to pray for the Ephesians, that they might not faint at his tribulations. Now there might be a double ground of the Apostles fear,
The Apostle having hinted in the First verse of this Chapter, that he was a prisoner of jesus christ for the Ephesians, who were Gentiles; and having also upon that spoken something of the excellency of the Gospel, and the warrant which he had to preach the same unto them (which two things were as two great supporters of him in his sufferings) he comes in the fourteenth verse to pray for the Ephesians, that they might not faint At his tribulations. Now there might be a double ground of the Apostles Fear,
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And Paul upon this ground, might rightly think, that the tidings of his imprisonment would be sad to these Ephesians; and happily he might fear, that out of their tender love, both to his person,
And Paul upon this ground, might rightly think, that the tidings of his imprisonment would be sad to these Ephesians; and happily he might Fear, that out of their tender love, both to his person,
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1 Divine strength. That he would grant according to the riches of his glory, that they might be strengthned with might by his Spirit, in the inner man, ver. 16. The spirit of man (the Apostle knew was weak,
1 Divine strength. That he would grant according to the riches of his glory, that they might be strengthened with might by his Spirit, in the inner man, ver. 16. The Spirit of man (the Apostle knew was weak,
therefore he begs the Spirit of God (which is the power from on high ) for their strengthening in the inner man, that they might not faint in their outward man.
Therefore he begs the Spirit of God (which is the power from on high) for their strengthening in the inner man, that they might not faint in their outward man.
2 Christs inhabitation. That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, saith he, v. 17. If any thing will keep up the heart from fainting, it is the indwelling of Christ with the soul.
2 Christ inhabitation. That christ may dwell in your hearts by faith, Says he, v. 17. If any thing will keep up the heart from fainting, it is the indwelling of christ with the soul.
Thus you see by the Context, the drift and scope of the Text. But before I speak any further to it, I must clear one thing, which happily may be an occasion of doubt,
Thus you see by the Context, the drift and scope of the Text. But before I speak any further to it, I must clear one thing, which happily may be an occasion of doubt,
and that is the seeming unreasonablenesse of this part of Pauls prayer: For may some say, what reason is there that Paul should pray for that, which he hints is impossible? Why should he pray that the Ephesians might know that, which he expresly saith was above knowledge? The love of Christ which passeth knowledge.
and that is the seeming unreasonableness of this part of Paul's prayer: For may Some say, what reason is there that Paul should pray for that, which he hints is impossible? Why should he pray that the Ephesians might know that, which he expressly Says was above knowledge? The love of christ which passes knowledge.
Indeed the spirit of man is not able to know, or search into the love of Christ (that is above its knowledge:) But the Spirit of Christ is able both to search into, and to reveal his love.
Indeed the Spirit of man is not able to know, or search into the love of christ (that is above its knowledge:) But the Spirit of christ is able both to search into, and to reveal his love.
And though Christians as men, cannot attain to the knowledge of the love of Christ, by the light of reason, yet as Saints by the light of faith they may;
And though Christians as men, cannot attain to the knowledge of the love of christ, by the Light of reason, yet as Saints by the Light of faith they may;
especially the Holy Ghost (in the mean time) shedding it abroad in their hearts, as it is, Rom. 5.5. 3 The love of Christ may be said to be above knowledge, in regard of its perfection of degrees, not simply inregard of its parts.
especially the Holy Ghost (in the mean time) shedding it abroad in their hearts, as it is, Rom. 5.5. 3 The love of christ may be said to be above knowledge, in regard of its perfection of Degrees, not simply In regard of its parts.
'Tis true, the perfect knowledge of Christs love passeth the understanding of men, and Angels (which is its glory:) But yet in some measure it may be known (the which is our duty.) For that which cannot bee known perfectly (in the highest degree) may yet be known partially, (and in some measure.)
It's true, the perfect knowledge of Christ love passes the understanding of men, and Angels (which is its glory:) But yet in Some measure it may be known (the which is our duty.) For that which cannot be known perfectly (in the highest degree) may yet be known partially, (and in Some measure.)
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Now there are four ways in which I shall look upon this Scripture, and so speak unto it. 1 As it includes the truth and reality of Christs love to the Saints.
Now there Are four ways in which I shall look upon this Scripture, and so speak unto it. 1 As it includes the truth and reality of Christ love to the Saints.
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3 As it holds out the Apostles desire, that the Ephesians might know both. 4 As it contains the ground of keeping up the Ephesians hearts from fainting at Pauls tribulations; which is the drift and scope that Paul drives, or aimes at in them.
3 As it holds out the Apostles desire, that the Ephesians might know both. 4 As it contains the ground of keeping up the Ephesians hearts from fainting At Paul's tribulations; which is the drift and scope that Paul drives, or aims At in them.
And thus there will be four Doctrines which I shall take up, and speak unto from these words. I. There is love in Christs bosome towards all beleevers.
And thus there will be four Doctrines which I shall take up, and speak unto from these words. I. There is love in Christ bosom towards all believers.
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II. That love which Christ beareth to beleevers, is a transcendent love. III. It is a thing of necessary concernment for every Christian to know the transcendent love of Christ.
II That love which christ bears to believers, is a transcendent love. III. It is a thing of necessary concernment for every Christian to know the transcendent love of christ.
IV. The Spiritual knowledge of the transcendent love of Christ towards Beleevers, is of special efficacy to keep up ther hearts from fainting under any trouble.
IV. The Spiritual knowledge of the transcendent love of christ towards Believers, is of special efficacy to keep up their hearts from fainting under any trouble.
then any other passion may, because it is (as it were) his essence, God being (as John saith) love, 1 Joh. 4.16. What the love of Christ is, I shall not curiously define.
then any other passion may, Because it is (as it were) his essence, God being (as John Says) love, 1 John 4.16. What the love of christ is, I shall not curiously define.
So that now, when I say that there is love in Christs bosome towards all beleevers, I mean, that the commanding affections of Jesus Christ is set upon them;
So that now, when I say that there is love in Christ bosom towards all believers, I mean, that the commanding affections of jesus christ is Set upon them;
However there be difference between them in the degrees of their faith, & the ways of their light, yet all agreeing in this, that they see themselves lost without Christ,
However there be difference between them in the Degrees of their faith, & the ways of their Light, yet all agreeing in this, that they see themselves lost without christ,
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Ask John, and he will witness that Christ loved him. He was indeed a bosome-beloved Beleever; and of him it is often said, he was the Disciple whom Jesus loved:
Ask John, and he will witness that christ loved him. He was indeed a bosome-beloved Believer; and of him it is often said, he was the Disciple whom jesus loved:
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Nay Paul further bears record to this truth, and witnesseth, that Christs love stretcheth forth it self to every beleeving Soul, We are (saith he) more than conquerers, through him that loveth us, Rom. 8.37. I shal adde no more testimonies to prove this truth.
Nay Paul further bears record to this truth, and Witnesseth, that Christ love Stretcheth forth it self to every believing Soul, We Are (Says he) more than conquerors, through him that loves us, Rom. 8.37. I shall add no more testimonies to prove this truth.
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I shall hint three Demonstrations of the Doctrin taken from the behaviour of Christ towards Beleevers, which will evidently clear cordial love unto them.
I shall hint three Demonstrations of the Doctrine taken from the behaviour of christ towards Believers, which will evidently clear cordial love unto them.
Thou hast ravished my heart, my Sister, my Spouse, thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes, Cant. 4.9. He speaks once and again (as if he did suck sweetness from the speech) thou hast ravished my heart with thy sight.
Thou hast ravished my heart, my Sister, my Spouse, thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes, Cant 4.9. He speaks once and again (as if he did suck sweetness from the speech) thou hast ravished my heart with thy sighed.
How can we question Christs love to beleevers, when his eyes are thus fixed on them, that their sight doth ravish his soul? Build upon it O beleeving soul!
How can we question Christ love to believers, when his eyes Are thus fixed on them, that their sighed does ravish his soul? Built upon it Oh believing soul!
Nay, as if he were over-powred (as indeed such an effect doth a look of love produce) while he beholds beleevers, he saith, Turn away thine eyes from me,
Nay, as if he were overpowered (as indeed such an Effect does a look of love produce) while he beholds believers, he Says, Turn away thine eyes from me,
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for they have overcome me, Cant. 6.5. The word is, NONLATINALPHABET, and it signifies, have made me proud, or as our Margent hath it, have puft me up, Christ seems to pride himself in the looks of beleevers;
for they have overcome me, Cant 6.5. The word is,, and it signifies, have made me proud, or as our Margin hath it, have puffed me up, christ seems to pride himself in the looks of believers;
It is said of Shechem the Son of Hamor, that his Soul clave unto Dinah the daughter of Jacob, and the Text saith, he loved her, and his tongue spake it;
It is said of Shechem the Son of Hamor, that his Soul clave unto Dinah the daughter of Jacob, and the Text Says, he loved her, and his tongue spoke it;
Canst not thou gather by his speaking to thy heart (for that is the Hebrew phrase for speaking kindly) the love of his heart? How near thy heart, O foul!
Canst not thou gather by his speaking to thy heart (for that is the Hebrew phrase for speaking kindly) the love of his heart? How near thy heart, Oh foul!
when he saith, If thou do but thirst, come and drink? Ask the poor Woman that had the bloudy issue, Mark 5. whether or no Christ did not speak to her in the language of love,
when he Says, If thou do but thirst, come and drink? Ask the poor Woman that had the bloody issue, Mark 5. whither or not christ did not speak to her in the language of love,
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thy lips are like a thread of scarlet, thy neck like the tower of David, &c. Cant. 4.1, 2, 3, 4. As beleevers declare their love to Christ by speaking highly of him;
thy lips Are like a thread of scarlet, thy neck like the tower of David, etc. Cant 4.1, 2, 3, 4. As believers declare their love to christ by speaking highly of him;
If beleevers call him the Lilly of the vallies, he calls them the Lilly among the thorns. Christs love will not permit him to speak of them in low language.
If believers call him the Lily of the valleys, he calls them the Lily among the thorns. Christ love will not permit him to speak of them in low language.
If there were nothing but the eye or the tongue, it might bee feared, lest the love expressed by them, were but either feigned or fond: But actions following these, seal it up, that the love is not complemental, but cordial. If love be only in the lip, it is without life, and it may be suspected as counterfeit:
If there were nothing but the eye or the tongue, it might be feared, lest the love expressed by them, were but either feigned or found: But actions following these, seal it up, that the love is not complemental, but cordial. If love be only in the lip, it is without life, and it may be suspected as counterfeit:
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Now should we take a view of the actions of Jesus Christ, we shall see that they strive to excel and exceed his words in the declaration of his love to beleevers.
Now should we take a view of the actions of jesus christ, we shall see that they strive to excel and exceed his words in the declaration of his love to believers.
But we (saith Paul ) that is, we who are beloved by Christ, we have the minde of Christ, 1 Corint. 2.16. Look as the Father loveth the Son, and declares it by this, that he sheweth him all things which himself doth, Joh. 5.10. In like manner, the Son loveth beleevers, and actually demonstrates it by this, that he declares all things ( i. e. all these secrets which were needful for them to know) that he heard of the Father, Joh. 15.15. The secrets of Christs Cabinet-councel are with those whom hee loves.
But we (Says Paul) that is, we who Are Beloved by christ, we have the mind of christ, 1 Corinth. 2.16. Look as the Father loves the Son, and declares it by this, that he shows him all things which himself does, John 5.10. In like manner, the Son loves believers, and actually demonstrates it by this, that he declares all things (i. e. all these secrets which were needful for them to know) that he herd of the Father, John 15.15. The secrets of Christ Cabinet council Are with those whom he loves.
He doth stand at their door, and knock, and if they will but open, he will enter, Apoc. 3.6. if they love him so much as to let him in, hee will come and declare his love by dwelling with them, Joh. 14.23. And he will feast with them in their house, i. e. their hearts.
He does stand At their door, and knock, and if they will but open, he will enter, Apocalypse 3.6. if they love him so much as to let him in, he will come and declare his love by Dwelling with them, John 14.23. And he will feast with them in their house, i. e. their hearts.
He hath gathered his myrrhe with his spice, for this purpose, as it is Cant. 5.1. 3 Christ unites himself to beleevers, and in that demonstrates that hee loveth them. Affection begets union.
He hath gathered his myrrh with his spice, for this purpose, as it is Cant 5.1. 3 christ unites himself to believers, and in that demonstrates that he loves them. Affection begets Union.
Christ and beleevers are knit together, & it is Christs love which makes the knot. Its a more than moral union which is between Christ and beleevers, they are not only his friends, and brethren, but his Spouses, and Members. If he bee a Head, they shall be the body; and if he be a Vine, they are the branches: Nay the union between Christ and Beleevers, is nearer than that of the vine and branches; of no branch can it bee said (properly) that it is in the vine, and the vine in it:
christ and believers Are knit together, & it is Christ love which makes the knot. Its a more than moral Union which is between christ and believers, they Are not only his Friends, and brothers, but his Spouses, and Members. If he be a Head, they shall be the body; and if he be a Vine, they Are the branches: Nay the Union between christ and Believers, is nearer than that of the vine and branches; of no branch can it be said (properly) that it is in the vine, and the vine in it:
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is Jesus Christ to beleevers, thus to minde then, thus to set his heart upon them? Beleevers, the Lord loves you, Is he not in this sweet unto you? Ruth at the consideration of Roaz his love, falleth on her face,
is jesus christ to believers, thus to mind then, thus to Set his heart upon them? Believers, the Lord loves you, Is he not in this sweet unto you? Ruth At the consideration of Roaz his love, falls on her face,
and faith, Why have I found grace in thine eyes, that thou shouldest take knowledge of me, seeing I am a stranger? Fall on your faces Beleevers, you were once strangers to Jesus Christ,
and faith, Why have I found grace in thine eyes, that thou Shouldst take knowledge of me, seeing I am a stranger? Fallen on your faces Believers, you were once Strangers to jesus christ,
The King of Israel is surely sweet in setting his love upon you, who were strangers unto Israel. O how happy art thou, O poor beleever, in being the object of thy Lords love!
The King of Israel is surely sweet in setting his love upon you, who were Strangers unto Israel. Oh how happy art thou, Oh poor believer, in being the Object of thy lords love!
and glory in himself, is a Lord of grace and love to you? Jesus Christ who hath written upon his Garments, Lord of Lords, hath also written upon his bosome, love to beleevers.
and glory in himself, is a Lord of grace and love to you? jesus christ who hath written upon his Garments, Lord of lords, hath also written upon his bosom, love to believers.
as to sink under the Creatures wrath, while thou hast the Creators love? Be of good comfort, Christ can break in peeces all thy enemies with his Iron rod, while in the mean time he will comfort thee with his Shepherds-crook. Why dost thou droop at the hatred of him, who dwelleth in a Tabernacle of clay,
as to sink under the Creatures wrath, while thou hast the Creators love? Be of good Comfort, christ can break in Pieces all thy enemies with his Iron rod, while in the mean time he will Comfort thee with his Shepherds-crook. Why dost thou droop At the hatred of him, who dwells in a Tabernacle of clay,
So also will he be avenged upon all those who dare touch beleevers, under what nicknames soever disgraced. Therefore if you will not be so wise, as to love; yet be not so mad, as to hurt those whom Christ loves.
So also will he be avenged upon all those who Dare touch believers, under what nicknames soever disgraced. Therefore if you will not be so wise, as to love; yet be not so mad, as to hurt those whom christ loves.
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But secondly, let this counsel beleevers, sith the Lord Jesus loves them, that they would walk worthy thereof. Beleevers, live as the objects of Christs love;
But secondly, let this counsel believers, sith the Lord jesus loves them, that they would walk worthy thereof. Believers, live as the objects of Christ love;
and if you love him, keep his Commandements. Rouse up your selves, O beleeving souls! and considering that Christ loveth you, demean your selves accordingly.
and if you love him, keep his commandments. Rouse up your selves, Oh believing Souls! and considering that christ loves you, demean your selves accordingly.
If he call, come; If he bid you go, go; If his Kingdom be advancing, joyn in the work ( it is the Kingdom of him that loves you ) If his Spirit counsel, take it (for it comes from love.) In a word, in all things live as those who indeed are beloved of Christ. And let your carriage be exactly obedient, kinde, and loving unto him, who doth stoop so low,
If he call, come; If he bid you go, go; If his Kingdom be advancing, join in the work (it is the Kingdom of him that loves you) If his Spirit counsel, take it (for it comes from love.) In a word, in all things live as those who indeed Are Beloved of christ. And let your carriage be exactly obedient, kind, and loving unto him, who does stoop so low,
Indeed say, he loves you and that truly; but withall transcendently. That Christ loves you, tell all the world of you know; but how he loves, tell them, that passeth your knowledge: yea and the knowledge of every creature,
Indeed say, he loves you and that truly; but withal transcendently. That christ loves you, tell all the world of you know; but how he loves, tell them, that passes your knowledge: yea and the knowledge of every creature,
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As the life, so likewise the comfort of the Saints is wrapped up in the love of Christ. A beleever can neither live, nor rejoyce, if the Lord Jesus smile not upon his soul:
As the life, so likewise the Comfort of the Saints is wrapped up in the love of christ. A believer can neither live, nor rejoice, if the Lord jesus smile not upon his soul:
But if Jesus Christ wil but smile, and shine in the light of love, Beleevers know, not only how to live, but also how to rejoyce, in all, even the worst of times.
But if jesus christ will but smile, and shine in the Light of love, Believers know, not only how to live, but also how to rejoice, in all, even the worst of times.
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Hence it was, that this Apostle praying to the Father of our Lord Jesus, for the Ephesians, that they might not faint at his tribulations, He intreats, that, to this purpose, they might know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge.
Hence it was, that this Apostle praying to the Father of our Lord jesus, for the Ephesians, that they might not faint At his tribulations, He intreats, that, to this purpose, they might know the love of christ which passes knowledge.
Having briefly touched at the reality of Christs love to beleevers (as it is included in this place) I shall now speak more largely to the royalty thereof (as it is set out in this phrase) that it passeth knowledge. Whence our second point was this, viz.
Having briefly touched At the reality of Christ love to believers (as it is included in this place) I shall now speak more largely to the royalty thereof (as it is Set out in this phrase) that it passes knowledge. Whence our second point was this, viz.
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I shall indeavour to open the point, and give you the meaning thereof, by bringing you to the top of this high hyperbolical expression, in three steps or staires.
I shall endeavour to open the point, and give you the meaning thereof, by bringing you to the top of this high hyperbolical expression, in three steps or stairs.
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Those who enjoy Christs love, they know not how to expresse it, such is the transcendency of the love, that it passeth their knowledge how to expresse it in any Language.
Those who enjoy Christ love, they know not how to express it, such is the transcendency of the love, that it passes their knowledge how to express it in any Language.
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and declare the transcendency of that rapture in which Paul was (when wrapped up to the third heavens) and the glory of that which he then heard, it sets it down by this, that it was unutterable, He heard unspeakable words, (which may be an Hebraism for things, word and thing being in the Hebrew convertible) which it was not possible for a man to utter, 2 Cor. 12.14. In like manner when the Scripture speaks of the transcendent joy which Beleevers rejoyce withall by beleeving, It useth this phrase, that it was unspeakable, 1 Pet. 1.8. Yee rejoyce with joy unspeakable.
and declare the transcendency of that rapture in which Paul was (when wrapped up to the third heavens) and the glory of that which he then herd, it sets it down by this, that it was unutterable, He herd unspeakable words, (which may be an Hebraism for things, word and thing being in the Hebrew convertible) which it was not possible for a man to utter, 2 Cor. 12.14. In like manner when the Scripture speaks of the transcendent joy which Believers rejoice withal by believing, It uses this phrase, that it was unspeakable, 1 Pet. 1.8. Ye rejoice with joy unspeakable.
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And it must not be passed by in silence, that the joy of which Peter speaks, is that which Beleevers have by faith, which certainly is founded upon Christs love;
And it must not be passed by in silence, that the joy of which Peter speaks, is that which Believers have by faith, which Certainly is founded upon Christ love;
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This may be the first step to ascend the height of the expression, and to declare the transcendency of Christ love to beleevers, It passeth knowledge in this, that no man (no,
This may be the First step to ascend the height of the expression, and to declare the transcendency of christ love to believers, It passes knowledge in this, that no man (no,
It is so high, as that there is no reaching of it; so deep, as that there is no sounding of it; so long, as that it exceeds measuring; and so broad, that there is no comprehending it.
It is so high, as that there is no reaching of it; so deep, as that there is no sounding of it; so long, as that it exceeds measuring; and so broad, that there is no comprehending it.
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The Holy Ghost, when hee would set out a thing as transcendent, he useth this phrase, that it is such as cannot be comprehended. As now, speaking of the great ▪ things which God doth, it is said they are such as wee cannot comprehend, Job 37.5.
The Holy Ghost, when he would Set out a thing as transcendent, he uses this phrase, that it is such as cannot be comprehended. As now, speaking of the great ▪ things which God does, it is said they Are such as we cannot comprehend, Job 37.5.
So that now when I say, the love which Christ Bears to Beleevers is transcendent, and when you read in the text, that it passeth knowledge, You may take the meaning thus;
So that now when I say, the love which christ Bears to Believers is transcendent, and when you read in the text, that it passes knowledge, You may take the meaning thus;
Indeed the love of Christ is such, as heaven it self (though it be the state of sight) doth not (as hereafter we shal shew) exalt the Saints so high,
Indeed the love of christ is such, as heaven it self (though it be the state of sighed) does not (as hereafter we shall show) exalt the Saints so high,
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In like manner, the Saints above, though they swim up and down the infinite Ocean of love (which is in their Saviours bosom) yet they can no more comprehend that vast sea of love, in which to eternity they shall bathe,
In like manner, the Saints above, though they swim up and down the infinite Ocean of love (which is in their Saviors bosom) yet they can no more comprehend that vast sea of love, in which to eternity they shall bathe,
nor dare I presume this, neither would I have you expect, that by any thing which I shall or can say, I shall be able to set out the infiniteness of that love (of which we shal treat) according to his full Latitude, and worth. No, this I despair of;
nor Dare I presume this, neither would I have you expect, that by any thing which I shall or can say, I shall be able to Set out the infiniteness of that love (of which we shall Treat) according to his full Latitude, and worth. No, this I despair of;
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And look as a Painter, when he intends to draw out the Sea, or the World in a Map, hee maketh only some little shadows of the Earth and Sea, that so the beholder may be inabled to guesse at the vastnesse thereof:
And look as a Painter, when he intends to draw out the Sea, or the World in a Map, he makes only Some little shadows of the Earth and Sea, that so the beholder may be enabled to guess At the vastness thereof:
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In like manner I shall draw before you (in my Discourse) some little shadowy pricks, or lines of Christs love, that thereby I may help you somewhat to imagine, what is that infinite transcendent love, which neither Saints nor Angels are able (in all its lustre and dimensions) to paint out or discover.
In like manner I shall draw before you (in my Discourse) Some little shadowy pricks, or lines of Christ love, that thereby I may help you somewhat to imagine, what is that infinite transcendent love, which neither Saints nor Angels Are able (in all its lustre and dimensions) to paint out or discover.
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For the proof, I shall not need to adde more Scriptures, it being clear enough by what the Apostle speaks in this place of Christs love, that it is transcendent.
For the proof, I shall not need to add more Scriptures, it being clear enough by what the Apostle speaks in this place of Christ love, that it is transcendent.
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In the verse before this, the Apostle hints, that there are all the dimensions in Christs love, which may serve to declare any thing vast and infinite.
In the verse before this, the Apostle hints, that there Are all the dimensions in Christ love, which may serve to declare any thing vast and infinite.
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He doth not say how broad, or how long, or how deep, or how high; but (as if the dimensions of Christs love did transcend his knowledge) he passeth it by,
He does not say how broad, or how long, or how deep, or how high; but (as if the dimensions of Christ love did transcend his knowledge) he passes it by,
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where Paul speaking of the transcendency of the Peace of God, he saith, it passeth understanding. Certainly, it is the glory of Christs love (as well as of his Fathers peace ) that it also passeth understanding.
where Paul speaking of the transcendency of the Peace of God, he Says, it passes understanding. Certainly, it is the glory of Christ love (as well as of his Father's peace) that it also passes understanding.
If at your leasure you read, and reading spiritually consider, what is presented to faith, in the Book of the Canticles, you will see this truth (that the love of Christ to beleevers is transcendent) in the glory and convincing power, and proof thereof.
If At your leisure you read, and reading spiritually Consider, what is presented to faith, in the Book of the Canticles, you will see this truth (that the love of christ to believers is transcendent) in the glory and convincing power, and proof thereof.
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It may be in your time you have misspent some hours in reading of some Romances, And you have wondred at some strange Stories of Love which you have met withall: But alas!
It may be in your time you have misspent Some hours in reading of Some Romances, And you have wondered At Some strange Stories of Love which you have met withal: But alas!
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that that love, in comparison of this, is but like the story it self, i. e. a meer fancy. If ever strength of affection were set out in sweetness of expression, It is in that Book to a Spiritual eye:
that that love, in comparison of this, is but like the story it self, i. e. a mere fancy. If ever strength of affection were Set out in sweetness of expression, It is in that Book to a Spiritual eye:
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I shall give one general demonstration, to let you see the truth of the Doctrin, that Christs love to beleevers is transcendent: The demonstration take thus;
I shall give one general demonstration, to let you see the truth of the Doctrine, that Christ love to believers is transcendent: The demonstration take thus;
and excel all other Beauties, when he epitomized, or contracted all the several rays, and particular beauties that were scattered up and down in other Persons,
and excel all other Beauty's, when he epitomized, or contracted all the several rays, and particular beauty's that were scattered up and down in other Persons,
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All the question is about the Minor; whether that Christs love be such to beleevers, as that it includes and contains in it, all other kindes or acts of love whatsoever.
All the question is about the Minor; whither that Christ love be such to believers, as that it includes and contains in it, all other Kinds or acts of love whatsoever.
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Christ he as it were sighs to see their sorrows, and indeed pities their souls: Hence it is said, Isa. 63.9. In his love, and in his pity hee redeemed them (it was real pity it did work) and he bare them, and carried them all the days of old.
christ he as it were sighs to see their sorrows, and indeed pities their Souls: Hence it is said, Isaiah 63.9. In his love, and in his pity he redeemed them (it was real pity it did work) and he bore them, and carried them all the days of old.
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and by a sympathy doth afflict himself (For in all their afflictions (saith the Prophet) he was afflicted, Isa. 63.9.) as if he himself was in their sadness, and under their sin.
and by a Sympathy does afflict himself (For in all their afflictions (Says the Prophet) he was afflicted, Isaiah 63.9.) as if he himself was in their sadness, and under their since.
sympathize with our infirmities, cha. 4.15. His meaning is, that indeed our high Priest, Jesus Christ, doth sympathize with beleevers in their sorrows. And in Chap. 5.2. it is said of Christ, that he can have compassion of the ignorant;
sympathise with our infirmities, cham. 4.15. His meaning is, that indeed our high Priest, jesus christ, does sympathise with believers in their sorrows. And in Chap. 5.2. it is said of christ, that he can have compassion of the ignorant;
Let the misery be never so great (for with reference to great measure ) I beleeve the Metaphor is used) Jesus Christ knows how to measure out as great a measure of sympathy, as is needful.
Let the misery be never so great (for with Referente to great measure) I believe the Metaphor is used) jesus christ knows how to measure out as great a measure of Sympathy, as is needful.
You have a description of this love of complacency (and a demonstration also of the thing in hand) Zeph. 3.17. The Lord thy God (which I understand of Christ) in the middest of thee, is mighty, he will save, he will rejoyce over thee with joy:
You have a description of this love of complacency (and a demonstration also of the thing in hand) Zephaniah 3.17. The Lord thy God (which I understand of christ) in the midst of thee, is mighty, he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy:
It is the nature of the love of complacency to rest in its self, and to rejoyce in its lettings out unto its object, as it were with singing. Thus doth Christ to beleevers:
It is the nature of the love of complacency to rest in its self, and to rejoice in its lettings out unto its Object, as it were with singing. Thus does christ to believers:
In as much as all the kindes, acts, or degrees of love which run up and down among the creatures, (as it were in several Chanels) do all meet, and empty themselves in Christs bosome, as into the vast ocean of love, and thence flow forth into the bosomes of Beleevers, as the sole choyce peculiar Cisterns of the same: great, high, transcendent love.
In as much as all the Kinds, acts, or Degrees of love which run up and down among the creatures, (as it were in several Channels) do all meet, and empty themselves in Christ bosom, as into the vast Ocean of love, and thence flow forth into the bosoms of Believers, as the sole choice peculiar Cisterns of the same: great, high, transcendent love.
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And if there be transcendency in the one, ( viz. the Fathers love to Christ) there must needs be also in the other, ( viz. Christs love to Beleevers) for they are in their nature both the same.
And if there be transcendency in the one, (viz. the Father's love to christ) there must needs be also in the other, (viz. Christ love to Believers) for they Are in their nature both the same.
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Christ himself bears record to this truth. As the Father hath loved me, so I have loved you, Joh. 15.9. That you may fully feel the weight of this demonstration, take it in these three Conclusions briefly.
christ himself bears record to this truth. As the Father hath loved me, so I have loved you, John 15.9. That you may Fully feel the weight of this demonstration, take it in these three Conclusions briefly.
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And indeed, as every beam of light is but the irradiation of the Sun, so all the love which is in the bosomes of Creatures, is but like some little drops of dew, which first fell from the Heaven of love, Gods bosome.
And indeed, as every beam of Light is but the irradiation of the Sun, so all the love which is in the bosoms of Creatures, is but like Some little drops of due, which First fell from the Heaven of love, God's bosom.
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It is Christs glory that he is crowned with the flower, beauty, and glory of the fathers love. Jesus Christ was he, who is still, not only the beloved, but the wel-beloved of the Father;
It is Christ glory that he is crowned with the flower, beauty, and glory of the Father's love. jesus christ was he, who is still, not only the Beloved, but the well-beloved of the Father;
So every drop of love which falls in upon the bosomes of Beleevers, from Christs, is of the self-same nature, and is the same for quality, which the Father bears to him.
So every drop of love which falls in upon the bosoms of Believers, from Christ, is of the selfsame nature, and is the same for quality, which the Father bears to him.
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Indeed there is difference in the quantity. And the reason is, because our Cisternes are not so capacious as Christs Cistern. And yet so much as we can contain, we shall have,
Indeed there is difference in the quantity. And the reason is, Because our Cisterns Are not so capacious as Christ Cistern. And yet so much as we can contain, we shall have,
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Hence it was, and is, that Christ both did, doth, and will, declare the Fathers name to beleevers, that (as it is, Joh. 17. ult.) the love wherewith the Father loved him, may be in them, as he himself is in them.
Hence it was, and is, that christ both did, does, and will, declare the Father's name to believers, that (as it is, John 17. ult.) the love wherewith the Father loved him, may be in them, as he himself is in them.
2 If we consider the degrees in which, or the measure according to which Christ lets out his love to Beleevers, we shall see it is transcendent in that also.
2 If we Consider the Degrees in which, or the measure according to which christ lets out his love to Believers, we shall see it is transcendent in that also.
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The Prophet Jeremiah speaking of Gods wrath against sinners, useth a Metaphor in which he compares Gods wrath unto Wine (as also the Psalmist doth, Psal. 75.8.) and sinners unto bottles; and setting out the degree of that wrath, He saith, every bottle is full of wine, Jerem. 13.12. Beloved, Christs love is compared to Wine also, Cant. 1.4.
The Prophet Jeremiah speaking of God's wrath against Sinners, uses a Metaphor in which he compares God's wrath unto Wine (as also the Psalmist does, Psalm 75.8.) and Sinners unto bottles; and setting out the degree of that wrath, He Says, every Bottle is full of wine, Jeremiah 13.12. beloved, Christ love is compared to Wine also, Cant 1.4.
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And if you compare the bosomes of Beleevers unto bottles, (as you may) then certainly know, every bosome is full of the wine of Christs love. The Justice of the Father is not more exact to fill the bosome of sinnets with his wrath, than the grace of the Son, is free to fill the bosomes of Beleevers with his love. Hence it is that he saith, Open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it, Psal. 81.10. You read a Box of Oyntment, which when it was opened, the whole house was filled with the odour thereof, Joh. 13.3. such a Box of Oyntment is the bosome of Christ, (as may bee gathered from Cant. 1.3. which being opened in the houses, i. e. the hearts of beleevers, fills them [ full ] with the sweet favour thereof.
And if you compare the bosoms of Believers unto bottles, (as you may) then Certainly know, every bosom is full of the wine of Christ love. The justice of the Father is not more exact to fill the bosom of sinnets with his wrath, than the grace of the Son, is free to fill the bosoms of Believers with his love. Hence it is that he Says, Open thy Mouth wide, and I will fill it, Psalm 81.10. You read a Box of Ointment, which when it was opened, the Whole house was filled with the odour thereof, John 13.3. such a Box of Ointment is the bosom of christ, (as may be gathered from Cant 1.3. which being opened in the houses, i. e. the hearts of believers, fills them [ full ] with the sweet favour thereof.
And indeed, as Christ bids beleevers ask the Father, that their joy might be full: So hee is as bountiful himself (as he would have his Father to be) and therefore without their asking (for he loveth first ) he lets out,
And indeed, as christ bids believers ask the Father, that their joy might be full: So he is as bountiful himself (as he would have his Father to be) and Therefore without their asking (for he loves First) he lets out,
) And hereafter, as much as vision it self can swallow. So that now the transcendent fulnesse of that degree in which Christ lets out his love to beleevers, doth evidently declare the love to be transcendent also.
) And hereafter, as much as vision it self can swallow. So that now the transcendent fullness of that degree in which christ lets out his love to believers, does evidently declare the love to be transcendent also.
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The love may be dark sometime, but dyes never. There is nothing, no not sin, that can totally, and finally separate between Christs love, and a beleevers soul.
The love may be dark sometime, but dies never. There is nothing, no not since, that can totally, and finally separate between Christ love, and a believers soul.
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Paul asketh the question, (to this day it is unanswered, yea and unanswerable) What shall separate? Rom. 8.35. The mountains shall depart, and the hills shall be removed (saith Christ) but my kindnesse shall not depart, Isa. 54.10. Beleevers, those high Hills which you sometimes see, at whose sight ye wonder:
Paul asks the question, (to this day it is unanswered, yea and unanswerable) What shall separate? Rom. 8.35. The Mountains shall depart, and the hills shall be removed (Says christ) but my kindness shall not depart, Isaiah 54.10. Believers, those high Hills which you sometime see, At whose sighed you wonder:
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even so shall heaven, earth, every creature wax old, decay, and dye; But still the love of Christ towards beleevers, shall continue young, fresh, and flourishing:
even so shall heaven, earth, every creature wax old, decay, and die; But still the love of christ towards believers, shall continue young, fresh, and flourishing:
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and you shall see its transcendency answerable to its nature, degree, and duration. We guesse at the transcendency of things by the noblenesse of their operations.
and you shall see its transcendency answerable to its nature, degree, and duration. We guess At the transcendency of things by the nobleness of their operations.
I shall not in this place so curiously search into all actions of Christ (because I shall more particularly speak to them by themselves) to let them therefore passe;
I shall not in this place so curiously search into all actions of christ (Because I shall more particularly speak to them by themselves) to let them Therefore pass;
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Yet let me tell you, it is no fancy, but a reality in Jesus Christ, that out of the height of his love to beleevers, hee took upon him both the form, and the imployment of a Days-man, (which some think,
Yet let me tell you, it is no fancy, but a reality in jesus christ, that out of the height of his love to believers, he took upon him both the from, and the employment of a Dayman, (which Some think,
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He emptied himself, or made himself vain (for so the word NONLATINALPHABET may be translated) and took upon him the form of a Servant, &c. Phil. 2.7. Christ became of no reputation, that his love to Beleevers might bee of high reputation.
He emptied himself, or made himself vain (for so the word may be translated) and took upon him the from of a Servant, etc. Philip 2.7. christ became of no reputation, that his love to Believers might be of high reputation.
Jacob will bee a Servant, and keep Sheep in the heat of Summer, and the cold of Winter, rather than not shew his love to Rachel. And Jesus Christ will wash his Disciples feet (a mean imployment) and though he be Lord of all, will be a servant unto all his Disciples, that hee may not only teach them humility,
Jacob will be a Servant, and keep Sheep in the heat of Summer, and the cold of Winter, rather than not show his love to Rachel. And jesus christ will wash his Disciples feet (a mean employment) and though he be Lord of all, will be a servant unto all his Disciples, that he may not only teach them humility,
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for it is he alone who, as it is verse 14. is married unto beleevers. It is the glory of mans love (and then doth love operate nobly) when he passes by an offence:
for it is he alone who, as it is verse 14. is married unto believers. It is the glory of men love (and then does love operate nobly) when he passes by an offence:
Nay, so great was his bounty, and so large were his gifts, That he became poor for our sakes (that was by giving) that by his poverty we might be made rich, 2 Cor ▪ 8.9.
Nay, so great was his bounty, and so large were his Gifts, That he became poor for our sakes (that was by giving) that by his poverty we might be made rich, 2 Cor ▪ 8.9.
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But what greater gift than himself? yet such is the transcendent operation of Christs love, that hee gave himself for Beleevers sakes, and to their souls.
But what greater gift than himself? yet such is the transcendent operation of Christ love, that he gave himself for Believers sakes, and to their Souls.
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5 Adde to all these, this also, that such is the transcendent love of Christ to beleevers, that there is nothing almost so mean in them, but he highly prizeth it.
5 Add to all these, this also, that such is the transcendent love of christ to believers, that there is nothing almost so mean in them, but he highly prizeth it.
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Their voyce (though inarticulate (for so the word NONLATINALPHABET signifies) is sweet, Cant. 2.10. Their love (though faint ) is fair with him, Cant. 4.10. Their gifts (though small ) are so prized, that where-ever the Gospel of his love shall be preached, the gifts of their love shall also be divulged, Mark 14.9.
Their voice (though inarticulate (for so the word signifies) is sweet, Cant 2.10. Their love (though faint) is fair with him, Cant 4.10. Their Gifts (though small) Are so prized, that wherever the Gospel of his love shall be preached, the Gifts of their love shall also be divulged, Mark 14.9.
Having thus briefly touched at some demonstrations of the transcendency of Christs love to beleevers, substantially: I shall now adde but a word or two, to demonstrate the same yet clearer, from some considerable circumstances about Christs love to beleevers.
Having thus briefly touched At Some demonstrations of the transcendency of Christ love to believers, substantially: I shall now add but a word or two, to demonstrate the same yet clearer, from Some considerable Circumstances about Christ love to believers.
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There be four Circumstances, which I shall but mention, viz. The consideration, 1 Of the Person loving. 2 Of the Persons beloved. 3 Of the time of this love. 4 Of the end thereof.
There be four circumstances, which I shall but mention, viz. The consideration, 1 Of the Person loving. 2 Of the Persons Beloved. 3 Of the time of this love. 4 Of the end thereof.
Love being in Christ, it is as fire in Brimstone, or rather as fire in a Mount of Spices, it must needs therefore give a great heat, and make a great light;
Love being in christ, it is as fire in Brimstone, or rather as fire in a Mount of Spices, it must needs Therefore give a great heat, and make a great Light;
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As the man is, so is his strength (said they of Gidcon ) Judg. 8.11. As the Lord is (may we say of Christ) so is his love. He is wonderful, and his love must needs bee so too.
As the man is, so is his strength (said they of Gidcon) Judges 8.11. As the Lord is (may we say of christ) so is his love. He is wondered, and his love must needs be so too.
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and not Men. Nay not bigge, but poor Worms: For so Jacob is stiled, Isa. 41.14. Hee that knoweth their frame, remembreth well they are but dust, Psa. 103.14. But this is not all:
and not Men. Nay not big, but poor Worms: For so Jacob is styled, Isaiah 41.14. He that Knoweth their frame, Remember well they Are but dust, Psa. 103.14. But this is not all:
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Now that the rich Jesus, should love poor Jacob; That he who is so mighty, should affect beleevers so mean; That he who is so pure, that hee is without spot, or blemish, should open his heart to such as are spotted all over, and whose very beauty (without him) is but a blemish;
Now that the rich jesus, should love poor Jacob; That he who is so mighty, should affect believers so mean; That he who is so pure, that he is without spot, or blemish, should open his heart to such as Are spotted all over, and whose very beauty (without him) is but a blemish;
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He that knows how mean, worthlesse, contemptible Creatures beleevers are (without Christ) will quickly (if he consider that Christ loveth them) conclude that the love passeth knowledge.
He that knows how mean, worthless, contemptible Creatures believers Are (without christ) will quickly (if he Consider that christ loves them) conclude that the love passes knowledge.
3 If wee take into our thoughts the time of love, either when it was first set, or first drawn forth, we shall see by this also, that it is transcendent.
3 If we take into our thoughts the time of love, either when it was First Set, or First drawn forth, we shall see by this also, that it is transcendent.
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For the beginning therefore, when it was first set, it bears date before time. Before time had either beginning, or being, Love had both, in Christs bosome, towards beleevers.
For the beginning Therefore, when it was First Set, it bears date before time. Before time had either beginning, or being, Love had both, in Christ bosom, towards believers.
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Surely, if (as it is Proverbs 8.31.) his delights, were in the Sons of men, that is, Beleevers, (for you may call all the rest of the World, Sons of Sathan rather than Sons of men) if (I say) his delights were with the Sons of men,
Surely, if (as it is Proverbs 8.31.) his delights, were in the Sons of men, that is, Believers, (for you may call all the rest of the World, Sons of Sathan rather than Sons of men) if (I say) his delights were with the Sons of men,
Lastly, take in the consideration of that end which Christ aimes at in his love to beleevers, and this will declare it also to be transcendent. Christs love to beleevers is its own end:
Lastly, take in the consideration of that end which christ aims At in his love to believers, and this will declare it also to be transcendent. Christ love to believers is its own end:
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He being Love, only aims that men may see the light thereof, and he chose your bosomes (beleevers) as the golden Candlesticks to set up the glorious light of his love to shine in.
He being Love, only aims that men may see the Light thereof, and he chosen your bosoms (believers) as the golden Candlesticks to Set up the glorious Light of his love to shine in.
What the Angel told Daniel, that say I to every beleeving soul, who groaneth under the hatred of the World, Dan. 10.19. Fear not O man greatly beloved:
What the Angel told daniel, that say I to every believing soul, who Groaneth under the hatred of the World, Dan. 10.19. fear not O man greatly Beloved:
what weaknesse is it, to cry for want of the light of the Stars, so long as you have the light of the Sun? Thou hast the Creators love (beleever) be not sad therefore in wanting the love of the creature; especially considering, what a transcendent love it is.
what weakness is it, to cry for want of the Light of the Stars, so long as you have the Light of the Sun? Thou hast the Creators love (believer) be not sad Therefore in wanting the love of the creature; especially considering, what a transcendent love it is.
Were you not afraid (saith God) to speak against my servant Moses? Num. 12.8. God wonders that they were not afraid to speak against a man, whom he loved so much.
Were you not afraid (Says God) to speak against my servant Moses? Num. 12.8. God wonders that they were not afraid to speak against a man, whom he loved so much.
and act against those, cruelly, whom Christ loves transcendently? But I pity yee (poor Creatures:) It may be you think that Christ slights them as you do;
and act against those, cruelly, whom christ loves transcendently? But I pity ye (poor Creatures:) It may be you think that christ slights them as you do;
O friends I why do you spend your selves, and lay out your souls in the pursute of that which is not love, at least not transcendent love. I wish you would now bewise; you who court the creature, court them now no more:
O Friends I why do you spend your selves, and lay out your Souls in the pursuit of that which is not love, At least not transcendent love. I wish you would now Bewise; you who court the creature, court them now no more:
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O that the hearing of this, that Christ loveth beleevers with a transcendent love, might make you sick in your souls, till you participate of this love.
O that the hearing of this, that christ loves believers with a transcendent love, might make you sick in your Souls, till you participate of this love.
and although I can neither sound ground, nor see shoar, yet I am loath to desire to be from this Sea, for it were delight in the highest manner to be drowned here.
and although I can neither found ground, nor see shore, yet I am loath to desire to be from this Sea, for it were delight in the highest manner to be drowned Here.
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The love of Christ is so surpassing sweet in it self, and so infinitely necessary for our souls, as that it is my desire (at least) to make some further discovery of its transcendency.
The love of christ is so surpassing sweet in it self, and so infinitely necessary for our Souls, as that it is my desire (At least) to make Some further discovery of its transcendency.
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If we follow this Lamb, in the whole tract of his Life, we shall see, that from his Cradle, unto his Crosse, the whole way was paved (as the bottom of Salomons Chariot was) with love.
If we follow this Lamb, in the Whole tract of his Life, we shall see, that from his Cradle, unto his Cross, the Whole Way was paved (as the bottom of Solomon's Chariot was) with love.
There be three Heads, or demonstrations, which I shall now touch upon, that the transcendency of Christs love to Beleevers, may appear yet more full and glorious.
There be three Heads, or demonstrations, which I shall now touch upon, that the transcendency of Christ love to Believers, may appear yet more full and glorious.
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First, consider his Birth and Incarnation. How doth Christs love transcend in this act? The low condescension of Christ, in becoming Man, doth evidently declare the high transcendency of his love to beleevers.
First, Consider his Birth and Incarnation. How does Christ love transcend in this act? The low condescension of christ, in becoming Man, does evidently declare the high transcendency of his love to believers.
If Christ would have come into the World, with tidings of love, and life, he might have came as an Angel of glory (not as a pe ce of clay ) and such a condescension as that had been much.
If christ would have come into the World, with tidings of love, and life, he might have Come as an Angel of glory (not as a pe ce of clay) and such a condescension as that had been much.
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but he took upon him the seed of Abraham, to declare his love to the Children of Abraham. That we may see a little more clearly how the love of Christ doth transcend in his birth, I shall speak to this head in some particulars;
but he took upon him the seed of Abraham, to declare his love to the Children of Abraham. That we may see a little more clearly how the love of christ does transcend in his birth, I shall speak to this head in Some particulars;
Here I shall consider therefore particularly (under this Head) these four things. 1 Whence Christ came, 2 Where Christ came, 3 How Christ came, 4 Why Christ came, when he was incarnate.
Here I shall Consider Therefore particularly (under this Head) these four things. 1 Whence christ Come, 2 Where christ Come, 3 How christ Come, 4 Why christ Come, when he was incarnate.
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and lived in his Fathers love; hence he came to declare love to beleevers. John tells us, hee came down from Heaven, Joh. 6.38. Jesus Christ from all eternity was in Heaven.
and lived in his Father's love; hence he Come to declare love to believers. John tells us, he Come down from Heaven, John 6.38. jesus christ from all eternity was in Heaven.
There he was blessed in his Fathers bosome (for so the Scripture saith) he was NONLATINALPHABET Joh. 1.18. He was living in the light of the Fathers love:
There he was blessed in his Father's bosom (for so the Scripture Says) he was John 1.18. He was living in the Light of the Father's love:
when he was born? Surely great was his affection, transcendent is his love, who came (at least for a time) from the house of Love (his Fathers bosome ) to open to Beleevers the fountain of love, (his own bosome. )
when he was born? Surely great was his affection, transcendent is his love, who Come (At least for a time) from the house of Love (his Father's bosom) to open to Believers the fountain of love, (his own bosom.)
2 But where did Christ come, when he came from Heaven? was it into some Goshen, some land of light? was it into some Paradise, some land of life? was it into some Elysium, some place of pleasure? Nothing lesse.
2 But where did christ come, when he Come from Heaven? was it into Some Goshen, Some land of Light? was it into Some Paradise, Some land of life? was it into Some Elysium, Some place of pleasure? Nothing less.
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The place to which he came was Aegypt, where beleevers sat in darknesse; It was the Wildernesse, where beleevers were in the shadow of death; It was into this World, where nothing is but vanity, and vexation. Here it was, that Christ came for beleevers sakes:
The place to which he Come was Egypt, where believers sat in darkness; It was the Wilderness, where believers were in the shadow of death; It was into this World, where nothing is but vanity, and vexation. Here it was, that christ Come for believers sakes:
His eyes saw, that his beloved ones were in a defiled place (which therefore could not be their rest, as it is, Micha. 2.10.) his love therefore prevailed with him to come here, to fetch his beloved hence.
His eyes saw, that his Beloved ones were in a defiled place (which Therefore could not be their rest, as it is, Micah. 2.10.) his love Therefore prevailed with him to come Here, to fetch his Beloved hence.
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But what great love had it been, if Ebedmelech had not only come to the brink of the Dungeon, but come down into the Dungeon, and not only drew him up with ropes, but carried him up in his arms? this had been love indeed.
But what great love had it been, if Ebedmelech had not only come to the brink of the Dungeon, but come down into the Dungeon, and not only drew him up with ropes, but carried him up in his arms? this had been love indeed.
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For Christ to come from Heaven (the Fathers Throne ) into the world (Satans Kingdom.) For Christ to come from the place in which glory shines (Heaven,) unto a place which lies in evil (the world.) For Christ to come out from the presence of the Father; who always smiled upon him,
For christ to come from Heaven (the Father's Throne) into the world (Satan Kingdom.) For christ to come from the place in which glory shines (Heaven,) unto a place which lies in evil (the world.) For christ to come out from the presence of the Father; who always smiled upon him,
For him to come from thence, where he always heard the Hallelujahs of Angels, to come here, where his ears were filled with the revilings of sinners NONLATINALPHABET!
For him to come from thence, where he always herd the Hallelujahs of Angels, to come Here, where his ears were filled with the revilings of Sinners!
3. But how came Christ here? Came he in pomp with glory? Came hee with the sound of a Trumpet, that all might know, that though hee did come into a cottage, yet he was a Prince? No,
3. But how Come christ Here? Come he in pomp with glory? Come he with the found of a Trumpet, that all might know, that though he did come into a cottage, yet he was a Prince? No,
He shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voyce to be heard in the streets, &c. As if it did mean, that Christ should not carry the matter (about which he came) in an outward glorious manner, with pomp,
He shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voice to be herd in the streets, etc. As if it did mean, that christ should not carry the matter (about which he Come) in an outward glorious manner, with pomp,
And if you consider the History of his Nativity, you will say, that Christ came not with any great show; hee was born, not the Son of some great Queen, but the Infant of a poor Virgin: His reputed Father was not a mighty Monarch, but a mean Carpenter; This was it, with which he was twitted in the teeth,
And if you Consider the History of his Nativity, you will say, that christ Come not with any great show; he was born, not the Son of Some great Queen, but the Infant of a poor Virgae: His reputed Father was not a mighty Monarch, but a mean Carpenter; This was it, with which he was twitted in the teeth,
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when he was born in an Inne, and that happily none of the best (for there were not many Lodgings in it) and therefore his travelling Mother was fain to lye in the stable,
when he was born in an Inn, and that happily none of the best (for there were not many Lodgings in it) and Therefore his traveling Mother was fain to lie in the stable,
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And how did hee lye? when being swadled with some homely Cloaths, his Mother laid him in the Cratch. He that was wont to sit upon the Throne amidst the Cherubims, was content to bee found in the Cratch among Brutes. Verily,
And how did he lie? when being swaddled with Some homely Clothes, his Mother laid him in the Cratch. He that was wont to fit upon the Throne amid the Cherubims, was content to be found in the Cratch among Brutus's. Verily,
and evince, that indeed the love of Christ passeth knowledge. Why, for what did he come? upon what design came the King of glory from Heaven to Earth, in so mean a way? came he to take the Crowns off from the heads of Kings, and to put them upon his own? Indeed Herod feared this,
and evince, that indeed the love of christ passes knowledge. Why, for what did he come? upon what Design Come the King of glory from Heaven to Earth, in so mean a Way? Come he to take the Crowns off from the Heads of Kings, and to put them upon his own? Indeed Herod feared this,
yea and their bodies also from that vanity unto which (with the rest of the Creatures) they were subjected ▪ Christ saw his beloved, Captives in Sathans Kingdom, bound with chains ▪ and made slaves unto his will;
yea and their bodies also from that vanity unto which (with the rest of the Creatures) they were subjected ▪ christ saw his Beloved, Captives in Satan's Kingdom, bound with chains ▪ and made slaves unto his will;
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That this was the end of his Nativity, the Apostle witnesseth, Gal. 4.4. When (saith he) the fulnesse of time was come, God sent his Son (and he readily came) made of a woman, made under the Law, to redeem them that were under the Law, that wee might receive the adoption of sons.
That this was the end of his Nativity, the Apostle Witnesseth, Gal. 4.4. When (Says he) the fullness of time was come, God sent his Son (and he readily Come) made of a woman, made under the Law, to Redeem them that were under the Law, that we might receive the adoption of Sons.
And a part of that adoption to which you were redeemed, is not only the redemption of your souls (though that bee the chief) but also, the redemption of your bodies, as it is clear, Romans 8.23.
And a part of that adoption to which you were redeemed, is not only the redemption of your Souls (though that be the chief) but also, the redemption of your bodies, as it is clear, Romans 8.23.
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when he spake but that word, I AM HEE, the glory of his God-head shining through it as through a crevise) it is said, they that came to seize him, went backward, and fell to the ground, Joh. 18.6. Christ knew, that as hee was God, he could not suffer, and yet a necessity he saw of suffering for beleevers sakes;
when he spoke but that word, I AM HE, the glory of his Godhead shining through it as through a crevice) it is said, they that Come to seize him, went backward, and fell to the ground, John 18.6. christ knew, that as he was God, he could not suffer, and yet a necessity he saw of suffering for believers sakes;
When Codrus saw that his death would profit his Country, and that while he had on his Imperial robes none durst slay him, the Historian saith, Depositis imperii insignibus, famularem cultum induit, &c. i. e.
When Codrus saw that his death would profit his Country, and that while he had on his Imperial robes none durst slay him, the Historian Says, Depositis imperii insignibus, famularem cultum induit, etc. i. e.
And therefore, the Father having prepared him a body (as it is Heb. 10.5.) his heart had this law of love written in it, that he took the Body, that thereby he might bee fit to bleed.
And Therefore, the Father having prepared him a body (as it is Hebrew 10.5.) his heart had this law of love written in it, that he took the Body, that thereby he might be fit to bleed.
He was made (saith the spirit) in the likenesse of man, Phil. 2.7. He beheld his beloved in the form of servants, and he would bee born, that he might be in their form.
He was made (Says the Spirit) in the likeness of man, Philip 2.7. He beheld his Beloved in the from of Servants, and he would be born, that he might be in their from.
Christ saw his dear ones, cloathed with the sackcloth of Human Nature (for that compared with the Angelical is but as hair to silk) and therefore stoopt to a Nativity, that he might be in the same fashion,
christ saw his dear ones, clothed with the Sackcloth of Human Nature (for that compared with the Angelical is but as hair to silk) and Therefore stooped to a Nativity, that he might be in the same fashion,
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Therefore passing by the nature of Angels, he took upon him the nature of man, and was born, that he might be like unto beleevers. Surely this was love. But,
Therefore passing by the nature of Angels, he took upon him the nature of man, and was born, that he might be like unto believers. Surely this was love. But,
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4 Christ in his Nativity aimed at another end (as like, in love, the former as might be) and that was, to unite himself more clearly and convincingly unto beleevers.
4 christ in his Nativity aimed At Another end (as like, in love, the former as might be) and that was, to unite himself more clearly and convincingly unto believers.
Christ indeed unites himself to Beleevers, by communicating unto them his own Divine Nature; but that hee might make the Union more firm, he was born to take upon him their Human nature. Beleevers, Christ is nearer united to you, than unto the Angels;
christ indeed unites himself to Believers, by communicating unto them his own Divine Nature; but that he might make the union more firm, he was born to take upon him their Human nature. Believers, christ is nearer united to you, than unto the Angels;
neither of which he could so clearly do as God, therefore it was, he would be born man. As he was God, and had only the divine nature, beleevers were not able in so free a manner to converse with him:
neither of which he could so clearly do as God, Therefore it was, he would be born man. As he was God, and had only the divine nature, believers were not able in so free a manner to converse with him:
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his glory was so amazing, that their weak eyes could not behold it; his Majesty was so overpowering, that then frail spirits could not converse with it;
his glory was so amazing, that their weak eyes could not behold it; his Majesty was so overpowering, that then frail spirits could not converse with it;
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Hee was therefore pleased to take our nature, and be born, that they might converse familiarly with his grace and not dye, who could not behold fully his glory, and live. Had Jesus Christ took upon him the nature of Angells,
He was Therefore pleased to take our nature, and be born, that they might converse familiarly with his grace and not die, who could not behold Fully his glory, and live. Had jesus christ took upon him the nature of Angels,
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For this end therefore the word was made flesh and dwelt amongst us (as 'tis John 1.14.) That so we might behold the glory of God, in the only begotten son;
For this end Therefore the word was made Flesh and dwelled among us (as it's John 1.14.) That so we might behold the glory of God, in the only begotten son;
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Now Beleevers may look upon the luster of his Deity more sweetly, while they can behold it as (it were) through the love-hood of humanity. Besides, Christ being born, he is now fitted to sympathize with the infirmities of his.
Now Believers may look upon the luster of his Deity more sweetly, while they can behold it as (it were) through the love-hood of humanity. Beside, christ being born, he is now fitted to sympathise with the infirmities of his.
It behoved him (saith the Holy ghost) in all things to be made like (and this is spoken of his becomming man) unto his Brethren, that hee might bee NONLATINALPHABET:
It behooved him (Says the Holy ghost) in all things to be made like (and this is spoken of his becoming man) unto his Brothers, that he might be:
i. e. one that can shew tender mercy or pity, Heb. 2.17. Christ by his being born, and so actually experiencing the infirmities of the humane nature, knows now the better how to sympathize with his.
i. e. one that can show tender mercy or pity, Hebrew 2.17. christ by his being born, and so actually experiencing the infirmities of the humane nature, knows now the better how to sympathise with his.
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and never have stoopt to the sence of our infirmities, yet that he) would be born, that so we might behold his glory, and he might sympathize with us? he by his birth condescending to our capacities and making himselfe sensible of our infirmities.
and never have stooped to the sense of our infirmities, yet that he) would be born, that so we might behold his glory, and he might sympathise with us? he by his birth condescending to our capacities and making himself sensible of our infirmities.
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6 Adde to all these ends, this in the last place, That Christ by his nativity hath raised our humane nature, the dignity of which was another end of it.
6 Add to all these ends, this in the last place, That christ by his Nativity hath raised our humane nature, the dignity of which was Another end of it.
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How doth the humane nature shine in the luster of the divine? How doth the peble (mans nature) glister in the golden (I should say the glorious) ring of the divine nature? O the transcendency of Christ love, that hee would stoop so low,
How does the humane nature shine in the luster of the divine? How does the pebble (men nature) glister in the golden (I should say the glorious) ring of the divine nature? Oh the transcendency of christ love, that he would stoop so low,
Certainly, if you spiritually contemplate all that love which shines in the birth of the Lord Jesus, you will easily conclude, that his love to beleevers passeth knowledge.
Certainly, if you spiritually contemplate all that love which shines in the birth of the Lord jesus, you will Easily conclude, that his love to believers passes knowledge.
I shall hint something in the generall of it, and then I shall in a more particular manner speak to some remarkable passages thereof, all speaking transcendent love to beleevers.
I shall hint something in the general of it, and then I shall in a more particular manner speak to Some remarkable passages thereof, all speaking transcendent love to believers.
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every action of it was full of love, and if wee put all the actions of his life together, we may conclude, that he was born, not so much to live, as to love. There was not a word which dropped from his lips,
every actium of it was full of love, and if we put all the actions of his life together, we may conclude, that he was born, not so much to live, as to love. There was not a word which dropped from his lips,
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So that we may say (as the Psalmist in another case) There is no speech, nor language, where the voyce of his love was not heard, the line thereof went through every act of his life.
So that we may say (as the Psalmist in Another case) There is no speech, nor language, where the voice of his love was not herd, the line thereof went through every act of his life.
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Should we begin at the Temple, where he disputed with the Doctors, and follow him to the mount, where he was crucified by the souldiers, we should see all the way strewed with love-roses.
Should we begin At the Temple, where he disputed with the Doctors, and follow him to the mount, where he was Crucified by the Soldiers, we should see all the Way strewed with love-roses.
But (omitting others) I shall instance only in five particulars, and shew how Christ in the actions of his life, did declare the transcendency of his love.
But (omitting Others) I shall instance only in five particulars, and show how christ in the actions of his life, did declare the transcendency of his love.
Art thou hungry? he was, Mat. 4.3. Art thou thirsty? hee was: Art thou weary? hee was, John 4.6. Meetest thou with scoffings, scornings, derisions, blasphemies, buffettings, Why thy Lord Christ out of his transcendent love) runned through all these in his life for thee.
Art thou hungry? he was, Mathew 4.3. Art thou thirsty? he was: Art thou weary? he was, John 4.6. Meetest thou with scoffings, scornings, derisions, Blasphemies, buffetings, Why thy Lord christ out of his transcendent love) runned through all these in his life for thee.
2. The Lord Jesus submitted to all the duties of religion (which was not only to fulfill the righteousness of the law) but to declare the infinitnes of his love:
2. The Lord jesus submitted to all the duties of Religion (which was not only to fulfil the righteousness of the law) but to declare the infiniteness of his love:
Your everlasting Father Jesus Christ (O ye children of faith ) in his life went through (in his own person) all those performances which you are to do in Religion.
Your everlasting Father jesus christ (Oh you children of faith) in his life went through (in his own person) all those performances which you Are to do in Religion.
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Therefore it was that hee spake chiefly to those things which might strengthen these graces. For knowledge, how lovingly did hee speak that which his Disciples were able to bear? And if he thought they did not well understand what he said,
Therefore it was that he spoke chiefly to those things which might strengthen these graces. For knowledge, how lovingly did he speak that which his Disciples were able to bear? And if he Thought they did not well understand what he said,
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how lovingly did he expound all things to them when they were alone? as tis, Mark 4. 33, 34. Yea when they asked him of any Parable, what its meaning might be,
how lovingly did he expound all things to them when they were alone? as this, Mark 4. 33, 34. Yea when they asked him of any Parable, what its meaning might be,
How lovingly did hee satisfie their desires, telling them, that it was their privilege, and to them it was given to know the mysterys of the kingdome of God? Luke 8.9, 10. nay,
How lovingly did he satisfy their Desires, telling them, that it was their privilege, and to them it was given to know the mysterys of the Kingdom of God? Luke 8.9, 10. nay,
when Jesus had spoke any thing which they understood not, and did but perceive their reasoning among themselves about it, he did voluntarily (not being asked) inform them,
when jesus had spoke any thing which they understood not, and did but perceive their reasoning among themselves about it, he did voluntarily (not being asked) inform them,
Did he not rejoyce when he had an oportunity so to do? Mark that in Job. 11. when Lazarus was dead, and hee knew how his raising of him would conduce to the confirming of their faith, hee professeth (speaking of it) that he was glad for their sakes, that hee was not there when he dyed, to the intent they might beleeve, vers. 15. Now (my beloved,) what doth this care of Christ to strengthen your graces declare,
Did he not rejoice when he had an opportunity so to do? Mark that in Job. 11. when Lazarus was dead, and he knew how his raising of him would conduce to the confirming of their faith, he Professes (speaking of it) that he was glad for their sakes, that he was not there when he died, to the intent they might believe, vers. 15. Now (my Beloved,) what does this care of christ to strengthen your graces declare,
When he heard that great voyce from heaven, saying, I have glorified it ( i.e. his name) and I will glorifie it; He said, This voice came not for his sake, but for his Disciples.
When he herd that great voice from heaven, saying, I have glorified it (i.e. his name) and I will Glorify it; He said, This voice Come not for his sake, but for his Disciples.
and spent his time for himself) hee set himself to comfort his Disciples, that in so doing, he might declare that having loved them, he loved them to the end with a transcendent love, Joh. 13.1.
and spent his time for himself) he Set himself to Comfort his Disciples, that in so doing, he might declare that having loved them, he loved them to the end with a transcendent love, John 13.1.
would not you say his love did transcend, in making him forget himself, to comfort her? why so it was with your Saviour, There were but few houres ere he was to be taken, and to suffer.
would not you say his love did transcend, in making him forget himself, to Comfort her? why so it was with your Saviour, There were but few hours ere he was to be taken, and to suffer.
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Lastly, it must be also minded, that Jesus Christ being to pray to his Father (the last action as it were of his life) he in that prayer declared the transcendency of his love, by putting up more requests in the behalf of beleevers, than of himself.
Lastly, it must be also minded, that jesus christ being to prey to his Father (the last actium as it were of his life) he in that prayer declared the transcendency of his love, by putting up more requests in the behalf of believers, than of himself.
You know the prayer in Joh. 17. And if you observe it, you shall finde, that albeit in the beginning he prayes for himself, in that (Father the houre is come, glorifie thy Son) yet having but (as it were) mentioned this in the 1 vers. and reiterated it in vers. 5. he doth (in a manner) shut himself out of all the rest of the prayer,
You know the prayer in John 17. And if you observe it, you shall find, that albeit in the beginning he prays for himself, in that (Father the hour is come, Glorify thy Son) yet having but (as it were) mentioned this in the 1 vers. and reiterated it in vers. 5. he does (in a manner) shut himself out of all the rest of the prayer,
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and to behold his glory? and how strongly doth he argue for this? doth he not use the cogent motive of love? for thou lovest me, ver. 24. As if he should say, Father, I know thou lovest me, thou didst so before ever the world was;
and to behold his glory? and how strongly does he argue for this? does he not use the cogent motive of love? for thou Lovest me, ver. 24. As if he should say, Father, I know thou Lovest me, thou didst so before ever the world was;
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Tell me now, how transcendent is Christs love? and how near do beleevers lye to his bosome? who being now (as it were) to pray and dye, forgets himself,
Tell me now, how transcendent is Christ love? and how near do believers lie to his bosom? who being now (as it were) to pray and die, forgets himself,
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But where shall we begin his passton? and at what part of it shall we enter upon this demonstration? shall we goe with him into the Garden (indeed there it began) or shall wee ascend Mount Calvary (how upon it, it ended) or shall we speak of what he suffered in the high Priests hall? I think it not amisse to mention each.
But where shall we begin his passton? and At what part of it shall we enter upon this demonstration? shall we go with him into the Garden (indeed there it began) or shall we ascend Mount Calvary (how upon it, it ended) or shall we speak of what he suffered in the high Priests hall? I think it not amiss to mention each.
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For your Lord to be sad unto the death, that he might remove those clouds, which have sometimes kept your soules in the shadows of death and darknesse? But go on and listen to your Lords cry to the father, once,
For your Lord to be sad unto the death, that he might remove those Clouds, which have sometime kept your Souls in the shadows of death and darkness? But go on and listen to your lords cry to the father, once,
Surely the wrath in the bottom of the cup was very bitter (which made him desire to be delivered from it:) But as surely the love in Christs besome was very sweet, which yet prevaileth with him, to submit his will to the Fathers,
Surely the wrath in the bottom of the cup was very bitter (which made him desire to be Delivered from it:) But as surely the love in Christ besom was very sweet, which yet prevails with him, to submit his will to the Father's,
Did you hear ever of sweating in a cold night, and that upon the cold ground, in an open Garden? Surely you will say hee must be hot within, that can, or could do so.
Did you hear ever of sweating in a cold night, and that upon the cold ground, in an open Garden? Surely you will say he must be hight within, that can, or could do so.
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Why the heat of your Saviours love was such, as that it supported him to bear the heat of Gods wrath, than as cold as the night was (and twas a winters night as is rationally conjectured) and as open as the place was (a garden) yet then,
Why the heat of your Saviors love was such, as that it supported him to bear the heat of God's wrath, than as cold as the night was (and it a winter's night as is rationally conjectured) and as open as the place was (a garden) yet then,
The greatnesse of Adams folly is not so legible in his eating the forbidden frult in the garden (which was the shutting or us out of paradise) As the transcendency of Christs love, is in his agony in the garden (which was to re-instate beleevers in a happyer state than Paradise was, or could bee.)
The greatness of Adams folly is not so legible in his eating the forbidden frult in the garden (which was the shutting or us out of paradise) As the transcendency of Christ love, is in his agony in the garden (which was to reinstate believers in a Happier state than Paradise was, or could be.)
But lets follow our Lord, from the garden to the High Priests hall, and here, let's hear a little the hideous out-cryes of the rude rabble against him. Ah Lord!
But lets follow our Lord, from the garden to the High Priests hall, and Here, let's hear a little the hideous Outcries of the rude rabble against him. Ah Lord!
what was that stopped our Saviours ears, so that hee would not regard? and silenced his tongue, that hee would not reply? was't not love? when you read,
what was that stopped our Saviors ears, so that he would not regard? and silenced his tongue, that he would not reply? Wasted not love? when you read,
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But not to stay here, goe out with Christ to Calvary. (As hee ascends the Mount, doth not the demonstration ascend too?) See him nailed to the Crosse, for your sakes, and tell mee,
But not to stay Here, go out with christ to Calvary. (As he ascends the Mount, does not the demonstration ascend too?) See him nailed to the Cross, for your sakes, and tell me,
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if that sight doth not clear this truth ( as a nail fastened by the masters of assomblies, such as Paul was) viz. That the love of Christ passeth knowledge. Surely, beleevers, Christs hanging on the Crosse, and then breathing out his last breath, and powreing out his hearts blood, in a shamefull, cursed, and tormenting way, for your sakes, is enough to make you [ cry ] out, O the depth of his love!
if that sighed does not clear this truth (as a nail fastened by the Masters of assomblies, such as Paul was) viz. That the love of christ passes knowledge. Surely, believers, Christ hanging on the Cross, and then breathing out his last breath, and powreing out his hearts blood, in a shameful, cursed, and tormenting Way, for your sakes, is enough to make you [ cry ] out, Oh the depth of his love!
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and shewed as great, (nay a far greater love than this) for hee laid down his life for his foes (such, beleevers, you were.) 'Twas but a brag of Peter (his words were greater than his love) when hee said, hee would dye for Christ: But 'twas a reality in Christ,
and showed as great, (nay a Far greater love than this) for he laid down his life for his foes (such, believers, you were.) 'Twas but a brag of Peter (his words were greater than his love) when he said, he would die for christ: But 'twas a reality in christ,
The Scriptures record it, as the character of the transcendency of the Martyrs love to Christ, that they loved not their lives unto the death for his sake:
The Scriptures record it, as the character of the transcendency of the Martyrs love to christ, that they loved not their lives unto the death for his sake:
because Christ loved them;) Whereas Christs love to us is grace, for hee loved us first. Ask a condemned Malefactour, what if the Prince's Son should go to his father and say, Father, I confesse the wretch is deservedly to dye,
Because christ loved them;) Whereas Christ love to us is grace, for he loved us First. Ask a condemned Malefactor, what if the Prince's Son should go to his father and say, Father, I confess the wretch is deservedly to die,
why? for that Father here I am, and I will dye my self to satisfie thy justice, onely let the poor wretch live, to the glory of thine, and my free grace;
why? for that Father Here I am, and I will die my self to satisfy thy Justice, only let the poor wretch live, to the glory of thine, and my free grace;
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and calls this? Beleevers, ask your own hearts (for you were the Malefactors) and tell mee, what word is great enough to expresse the great love of Jesus Christ, which hee lively expressed to you, in his death for you? Surely you will say, the thought of the love is too big for your mouth, you cannot through your narrow expressions, let out your large conceptions, of Christs love in his death.
and calls this? Believers, ask your own hearts (for you were the Malefactors) and tell me, what word is great enough to express the great love of jesus christ, which he lively expressed to you, in his death for you? Surely you will say, the Thought of the love is too big for your Mouth, you cannot through your narrow expressions, let out your large conceptions, of Christ love in his death.
This head of demonstration, is fitter for meditation, than expression. And yet when wee have meditated the most of it, wee shall never bee able to reach the height of it.
This head of demonstration, is fitter for meditation, than expression. And yet when we have meditated the most of it, we shall never be able to reach the height of it.
The thoughts of Christs life are swallowed up by the thoughts of his death; His death doth set out his love most to the life. I will wind up this head with this conclusion;
The thoughts of Christ life Are swallowed up by the thoughts of his death; His death does Set out his love most to the life. I will wind up this head with this conclusion;
You are no Scholars in Christs School, if you cannot read a large and long lecture of love upon Christs Crosse. Let it passe as an aphorism, The love of Christ, expressed in his death, transcends so high above our thoughts, that wee shall never bee able to come to the height thereof, all our life.
You Are no Scholars in Christ School, if you cannot read a large and long lecture of love upon Christ Cross. Let it pass as an aphorism, The love of christ, expressed in his death, transcends so high above our thoughts, that we shall never be able to come to the height thereof, all our life.
and when in the working of your thoughts, you haveascended to some height, then, in the wonderment of your soules, cry out, O the depth of the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge! Wonder and say, Lord Jesus, what is man (by sin the worst of creatures) and what am I (by unbelief the worst of men) that thou shouldest thus minde me,
and when in the working of your thoughts, you haveascended to Some height, then, in the wonderment of your Souls, cry out, Oh the depth of the love of christ, which passes knowledge! Wonder and say, Lord jesus, what is man (by since the worst of creatures) and what am I (by unbelief the worst of men) that thou Shouldst thus mind me,
then recover your spirits again, and cry out, Oh the dazling heights! Oh the confounding (yet comfortable) depths! Oh the divine (yet immensurable) dimensions of the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge!
then recover your spirits again, and cry out, O the dazzling heights! O the confounding (yet comfortable) depths! O the divine (yet immensurable) dimensions of the love of christ, which passes knowledge!
and dost thou think on it but little? Canst thou spend daies and weeks in reading the fond fancies of feigned loves? And hast not thou an houre to meditate on the real royall love of the Lord Jesus? And as thou mindest it but seldome, so thou requitest it but sorrily. What small returns of love, hath Christ had from thee,
and dost thou think on it but little? Canst thou spend days and weeks in reading the found fancies of feigned loves? And hast not thou an hour to meditate on the real royal love of the Lord jesus? And as thou mindest it but seldom, so thou requitest it but sorrily. What small returns of love, hath christ had from thee,
yet these some are but few: For who of us would lose one head for him? Ignatius (in former times) said, hee was willing to endure fire, crosse, butcheries, and all for Christ;
yet these Some Are but few: For who of us would loose one head for him? Ignatius (in former times) said, he was willing to endure fire, cross, Butcheries, and all for christ;
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Thirdly, in as much as Christ thus loves you (O beleevers) with a transcendent love, Be you satisfied herewith, and be content (if it must be so) to want the love of men.
Thirdly, in as much as christ thus loves you (Oh believers) with a transcendent love, Be you satisfied herewith, and be content (if it must be so) to want the love of men.
Why should the Kings daughter, who hath (or at least should) forget her kindred, and her fathers house, Why (I say) should she ( i.e. the beleeving soul ) weep,
Why should the Kings daughter, who hath (or At least should) forget her kindred, and her Father's house, Why (I say) should she (i.e. the believing soul) weep,
because the scullion scorns her, when the King himself embraceth her? Its but meet that you should rest satisfied in the love of Christ, sith its so transcendent.
Because the scullion scorns her, when the King himself Embraceth her? Its but meet that you should rest satisfied in the love of christ, sith its so transcendent.
(O Christian) and (as Solomon saith) rejoyce with the wife (or rather with Christ the husband ) of thy youth: let him be as the loving Hinde and pleasant Roe;
(Oh Christian) and (as Solomon Says) rejoice with the wife (or rather with christ the husband) of thy youth: let him be as the loving Hind and pleasant Roe;
Surely did you but remember this, that the love of Christ (towards you) passeth knowledge, you would not be discontented at the want of the love of any, or all the creatures;
Surely did you but Remember this, that the love of christ (towards you) passes knowledge, you would not be discontented At the want of the love of any, or all the creatures;
WEE are yet upon the consideration of the transcendency of Christs love to Beleevers (And oh how sweet is it to lose our selves in this consideration!) How loath am I to leave a point of such infinite necessity and sweetnesse? How gladly could I, not only live, but die in the declaration of the love of Christ to beleevers? I doubt not but the very mention of the point, That the love of Christ to beleevers is a transcendent love, maketh the hearts of you to leap for joy.
we Are yet upon the consideration of the transcendency of Christ love to Believers (And o how sweet is it to loose our selves in this consideration!) How loath am I to leave a point of such infinite necessity and sweetness? How gladly could I, not only live, but die in the declaration of the love of christ to believers? I doubt not but the very mention of the point, That the love of christ to believers is a transcendent love, makes the hearts of you to leap for joy.
yet because when I have said all that I can about the transcendency of Christs love to beleevers, I shall come many thousand steps short of its height, I am resolved to say all that I intend to this point, at this time.
yet Because when I have said all that I can about the transcendency of Christ love to believers, I shall come many thousand steps short of its height, I am resolved to say all that I intend to this point, At this time.
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Therefore a little more to demonstrate this, That the love of Christ passeth knowledge, I shall intreat you to view First, His command over them. Secondly, His care for them. Thirdly, His endeavour, not only to declare to,
Therefore a little more to demonstrate this, That the love of christ passes knowledge, I shall entreat you to view First, His command over them. Secondly, His care for them. Thirdly, His endeavour, not only to declare to,
It is Christs glory, that he is the King of the Saints (in a peculiar manner) and it is his grace, that he exerciseth that Kingly power in a sweet way.
It is Christ glory, that he is the King of the Saints (in a peculiar manner) and it is his grace, that he Exerciseth that Kingly power in a sweet Way.
How ever he ruleth the Nation with a rod of iron, yet he ruleth the Saints with a golden Scepter. Hence it is, that although in wrath, his iron rod break the Nations in peeces, yet his golden Scepter is still stretched out in love, to entertain the Saints.
How ever he Ruleth the nation with a rod of iron, yet he Ruleth the Saints with a golden Sceptre. Hence it is, that although in wrath, his iron rod break the nations in Pieces, yet his golden Sceptre is still stretched out in love, to entertain the Saints.
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You read in Cant. 3. that Solomon made a Chariot of the wood of Lebanon, he made the pillars thereof of silver, the bottome of gold, the covering of it of purple, the middest being [ PAVED WITH LOVE ] Cant. 3. v. 10. That Chariot which Solomon made for himself,
You read in Cant 3. that Solomon made a Chariot of the wood of Lebanon, he made the pillars thereof of silver, the bottom of gold, the covering of it of purple, the midst being [ PAVED WITH LOVE ] Cant 3. v. 10. That Chariot which Solomon made for himself,
When any of the spirituall pilgrims come (as beleevers do) to do him obeysance (as they ought to doe, being under his commands) hee putteth forth his hands,
When any of the spiritual pilgrim's come (as believers do) to do him obeisance (as they ought to do, being under his commands) he putteth forth his hands,
But to read this more particularly, you will see the transcendency of Christs love discovered in his command over beleevers, if you consider three things.
But to read this more particularly, you will see the transcendency of Christ love discovered in his command over believers, if you Consider three things.
Well might John say, That his Commandements are not grievous, 1 Joh. 5.3. (the word is burthensome) and indeed what burthen is there in the commands of Christ, unlesse love be a burden? Indeed he might have commanded (which is his peculiar Prerogative) what he pleased, but he commanded nothing but what is pleasant in it self,
Well might John say, That his commandments Are not grievous, 1 John 5.3. (the word is burdensome) and indeed what burden is there in the commands of christ, unless love be a burden? Indeed he might have commanded (which is his peculiar Prerogative) what he pleased, but he commanded nothing but what is pleasant in it self,
and will be so to a sanctified soul (which is the transcendency of his love) A new Commandement (saith he) do I give unto you, that ye love one another,
and will be so to a sanctified soul (which is the transcendency of his love) A new Commandment (Says he) do I give unto you, that you love one Another,
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as I have loved you, that ye also love one another, Joh. 13. v. 34. Well may the Commandement be called New, it being such as was never given by any King besides himself:
as I have loved you, that you also love one Another, John 13. v. 34. Well may the Commandment be called New, it being such as was never given by any King beside himself:
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The waies of Christ (which are his Commands) are waies of pleasantnesse (for I take it, that Solomon there by wisdome understandeth Christ.) Beleevers,
The ways of christ (which Are his Commands) Are ways of pleasantness (for I take it, that Solomon there by Wisdom understands christ.) Believers,
But grace will see the Command to be sweet, and lovely? (and Jesus Christ to be loving in laying this Command) because it is no other than what himself hath done before:
But grace will see the Command to be sweet, and lovely? (and jesus christ to be loving in laying this Command) Because it is no other than what himself hath done before:
Hee biddeth the beleever work, not that he may reap any thing himself, but that the beleever may get all; hee putteth them to labour in his Vineyard, that they may have all the harvest. As it is inconsistent with his Deity, to have any thing added to him,
He bids the believer work, not that he may reap any thing himself, but that the believer may get all; he putteth them to labour in his Vineyard, that they may have all the harvest. As it is inconsistent with his Deity, to have any thing added to him,
so also it is inconsistent with his love; Hee putteth his servants to reap, that they may have all the corn, and hee setteth them to work, rather that he may give them wages, than that himself shall get any thing by their workings.
so also it is inconsistent with his love; He putteth his Servants to reap, that they may have all the corn, and he sets them to work, rather that he may give them wages, than that himself shall get any thing by their workings.
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This is the effect, and fruit of all his Commandements, not so much that others may take notice of his glory in commanding, as that you may find his grace in obeying. Indeed, love is the work and wages of his Commandement;
This is the Effect, and fruit of all his commandments, not so much that Others may take notice of his glory in commanding, as that you may find his grace in obeying. Indeed, love is the work and wages of his Commandment;
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So that now the Commands of Christ, being as it were love materially (in the substance ) and love formally (in their imposals ) and love finally (in their aim ) what can you conclude from all this,
So that now the Commands of christ, being as it were love materially (in the substance) and love formally (in their imposals) and love finally (in their aim) what can you conclude from all this,
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and this doth hee give for the life of your souls (O beleevers.) Cleopatra, that shee might outvie Marke Antonies love, caused (as the History relateth) a pearl of great price to be dissolved, that he might drink thereof:
and this does he give for the life of your Souls (Oh believers.) Cleopatra, that she might outvie Mark Antonies love, caused (as the History relateth) a pearl of great price to be dissolved, that he might drink thereof:
Christ, beleevers, hath done more for you, and hath outvied her love to him; Gold, and silver, & pearls, are but corruptible things, in comparison of this precious blood,
christ, believers, hath done more for you, and hath outvied her love to him; Gold, and silver, & Pearls, Are but corruptible things, in comparison of this precious blood,
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When thou wast naked, (beleever) and hadst no cloaths to cover thee, but the filthy rags of thine own works (which did defile thee) then, even then he cloathed thee in broidered work, and shod thee with badgers skins,
When thou wast naked, (believer) and Hadst not clothes to cover thee, but the filthy rags of thine own works (which did defile thee) then, even then he clothed thee in broidered work, and shod thee with badgers skins,
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It was an act of great love to Mordecay (and Haman thought the King could expresse no greater) that the Royal apparrel should be brought which the King used to wear, and to be put on him.
It was an act of great love to Mordecai (and Haman Thought the King could express no greater) that the Royal apparel should be brought which the King used to wear, and to be put on him.
Why, beleevers, such is the transcendent love of Christ to his, in his care for your apparrel, that the royal apparrel which he weareth himself is brought to you,
Why, believers, such is the transcendent love of christ to his, in his care for your apparel, that the royal apparel which he weareth himself is brought to you,
and is put on your souls Now (and you are all glorious within here,) and it shall be put on your bodies hereafter; even that body which is now vile, shall be made glorious, like to his glorious body:
and is put on your Souls Now (and you Are all glorious within Here,) and it shall be put on your bodies hereafter; even that body which is now vile, shall be made glorious, like to his glorious body:
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And then he shall be admired, not only in himself, but in you. O transcendent love, that Jesus Christ should provide such cloathing for us poor creatures!
And then he shall be admired, not only in himself, but in you. Oh transcendent love, that jesus christ should provide such clothing for us poor creatures!
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Indeed himself had no house here on earth (not so much as a hole wherein to lay his head) and therfore beleevers fare no worser here than he did, they have as good a lodging as their Lord:
Indeed himself had no house Here on earth (not so much as a hold wherein to lay his head) and Therefore believers fare no Worse Here than he did, they have as good a lodging as their Lord:
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In this world indeed they have not a house to be in, nor a bed to lye on (as their own;) But as to hereafter he hath provided a hous, and that not a mean one,
In this world indeed they have not a house to be in, nor a Bed to lie on (as their own;) But as to hereafter he hath provided a house, and that not a mean one,
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It is a building of God, and the bravery of it appeareth in this (which was the bravery of Christs body, Heb. 9.11.) that it is a house not made with hands.
It is a building of God, and the bravery of it appears in this (which was the bravery of Christ body, Hebrew 9.11.) that it is a house not made with hands.
and a table, and a stoole, and a candlestick for him, 2 King. 4.10. Jesus Christ sheweth greater love than this, in having provided a better room for beleevers;
and a table, and a stool, and a candlestick for him, 2 King. 4.10. jesus christ shows greater love than this, in having provided a better room for believers;
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not a little Chamber, but a great Mansion (a bed of glory, Abrahams bosome) not a stool, but a Throne, not a candlesticke (no nor the Sunne) but himself, to be as a light, this not on the wall (as it were without his own Palace) but even within, where himself is, in his own presence, Joh. 17. 24. Father (saith he) I will that they whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am.
not a little Chamber, but a great Mansion (a Bed of glory, Abrahams bosom) not a stool, but a Throne, not a candlestick (no nor the Sun) but himself, to be as a Light, this not on the wall (as it were without his own Palace) but even within, where himself is, in his own presence, John 17. 24. Father (Says he) I will that they whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am.
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Wee might adde, not onely that Christ hath prepared these things which are the necessaries, but hee hath prepared other things which are glorious. But oh, who shall bee able to declare all the gracious provision which Christ hath made for his!
we might add, not only that christ hath prepared these things which Are the necessaries, but he hath prepared other things which Are glorious. But o, who shall be able to declare all the gracious provision which christ hath made for his!
we will therefore break out with the Psalmist, O how great is thy goodnesse, which thou hast laid up as a secret treasure (for so the word signifieth) for them that love thee, and beleeve in thee, Psal. 31.19.
we will Therefore break out with the Psalmist, Oh how great is thy Goodness, which thou hast laid up as a secret treasure (for so the word signifies) for them that love thee, and believe in thee, Psalm 31.19.
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Thirdly, and lastly, we might abundantly demonstrate the transcendency of Christs love to beleevers, in his indeavour to declare and perswade the hearts of beleevers of all this love.
Thirdly, and lastly, we might abundantly demonstrate the transcendency of Christ love to believers, in his endeavour to declare and persuade the hearts of believers of all this love.
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therefore it is, he took such care, and made such provision, for the perswading of the hearts of beleevers to close with the truth of this, that he loved them.
Therefore it is, he took such care, and made such provision, for the persuading of the hearts of believers to close with the truth of this, that he loved them.
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This is the great work which he did himself, when he was on earth, and which his Ambassadors now doe in his name (now he is in Heaven) viz. To perswade the hearts of his that he loveth them.
This is the great work which he did himself, when he was on earth, and which his ambassadors now do in his name (now he is in Heaven) viz. To persuade the hearts of his that he loves them.
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What a great deal of love was there in that cry of his, when he was on earth, That if any came to him, he would in no wise cast them out? And if they did but thirst, they might come to him,
What a great deal of love was there in that cry of his, when he was on earth, That if any Come to him, he would in no wise cast them out? And if they did but thirst, they might come to him,
O beleevers, such is the strength and transcendency of the love of Christ towards you, that when he was upon earth himself, he made it his great work, not onely to tender love freely, but to perswade you to beleeve it fully. And now he is gone to Heaven, he hath taken care to appoint Ambassadors, and they alwayes in his name doe beseech you to beleeve, that he doth love you:
O believers, such is the strength and transcendency of the love of christ towards you, that when he was upon earth himself, he made it his great work, not only to tender love freely, but to persuade you to believe it Fully. And now he is gone to Heaven, he hath taken care to appoint ambassadors, and they always in his name do beseech you to believe, that he does love you:
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but with his Fathers love too, wheresoever the Gospell of free grace doth sound, the summe thereof is this, That God so loved the world, that hee sent his Son:
but with his Father's love too, wheresoever the Gospel of free grace does found, the sum thereof is this, That God so loved the world, that he sent his Son:
It is but acceptation. If any man will but come to (his bosome) the fountain of love, he may take the waters thereof freely; that fountain is not a sealed, but an open fountain: And this is the transcendency thereof, that it is open, even for those, in whom there was a fountain of wrath and enmity flowing up, and that against himself. O my brethren!
It is but acceptation. If any man will but come to (his bosom) the fountain of love, he may take the waters thereof freely; that fountain is not a sealed, but an open fountain: And this is the transcendency thereof, that it is open, even for those, in whom there was a fountain of wrath and enmity flowing up, and that against himself. O my brothers!
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if you did but consider, that the love of Christ passeth knowledge, that in its nature, it is every way full, and in its tender free; And that he profereth rich love to those, who by nature were the children of wrath, and that all this is in a beseeching way; Certainly you must conclude, that the love of Christ is a transcendent love, and that it passeth knowledge.
if you did but Consider, that the love of christ passes knowledge, that in its nature, it is every Way full, and in its tender free; And that he proffereth rich love to those, who by nature were the children of wrath, and that all this is in a beseeching Way; Certainly you must conclude, that the love of christ is a transcendent love, and that it passes knowledge.
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It was the tendernesse of the love of Jonathan, and David, that it passed the love of women; Thy love to me (saith David ) was wonderfull, passing the love of women, 2 Sam. 1. v. 26. Surely, beleevers, the love of Christ to you is wonderfull (transcendently wonderfull) passing the love of women (passing the love of Jonathan and David ) comprehending (as formerly hath been hinted) yea and surmounting any, or all the loves of all the creatures whatsoever:
It was the tenderness of the love of Johnathan, and David, that it passed the love of women; Thy love to me (Says David) was wonderful, passing the love of women, 2 Sam. 1. v. 26. Surely, believers, the love of christ to you is wonderful (transcendently wonderful) passing the love of women (passing the love of Johnathan and David) comprehending (as formerly hath been hinted) yea and surmounting any, or all the loves of all the creatures whatsoever:
Neither man, nor Angels could, or ever did, expresse so much love, as Jesus Christ hath not onely expressed, and declared, but doth even tender, and besceeh, beleeving soules to accept of.
Neither man, nor Angels could, or ever did, express so much love, as jesus christ hath not only expressed, and declared, but does even tender, and besceeh, believing Souls to accept of.
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That when I have said all that I can (though I had all the tongues both of Men and Angels) of the love of Christ, you that finde it in your bosomes, will have reason to tell me, that the one half was not told you:
That when I have said all that I can (though I had all the tongues both of Men and Angels) of the love of christ, you that find it in your bosoms, will have reason to tell me, that the one half was not told you:
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Ob, First, it will be objected, If the love of Christ be so transcendent to beleevers, Whence then cometh it to passe, that he permits them oftentimes to lye so low, that their enemies triumph,
Ob, First, it will be objected, If the love of christ be so transcendent to believers, Whence then comes it to pass, that he permits them oftentimes to lie so low, that their enemies triumph,
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and yet did not the father permit wicked men to persecute him? Canst thou be reviled, buffeted scourged, or crucified worse than he? & yet notwithstanding all, he was beloved of the Father, and that in a transcendent manner:
and yet did not the father permit wicked men to persecute him? Canst thou be reviled, buffeted scourged, or Crucified Worse than he? & yet notwithstanding all, he was Beloved of the Father, and that in a transcendent manner:
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for while Christ permits these sufferings of thine, hee maketh thee like unto himself. It is desired of Paul, as it makes him conformable unto Christ, Phil. 3.10. Even a mourning garment is glorious when it is the same that Christ weareth.
for while christ permits these sufferings of thine, he makes thee like unto himself. It is desired of Paul, as it makes him conformable unto christ, Philip 3.10. Even a mourning garment is glorious when it is the same that christ weareth.
What soul is there that may not, as it were, be proud, and glory in its tribulations (as the word signifieth, Rom 5.3. (when he considereth in them he is made like to Christ;
What soul is there that may not, as it were, be proud, and glory in its tribulations (as the word signifies, Rom 5.3. (when he Considereth in them he is made like to christ;
Indeed in a sense, I think that the love of Christ passeth knowledge (for I know but little of Christ) Methinks I see him withdrawn, I will not deny but he hath sweet smiles,
Indeed in a sense, I think that the love of christ passes knowledge (for I know but little of christ) Methinks I see him withdrawn, I will not deny but he hath sweet smiles,
though behind a cloud: I have often thought that Christs withdrawing, in this respect, may be called rather his concealed presence, than his real absence: He was close by Mary, although she did not see him; He was in the company of his Disciples, though they knew it not: His presence was not manifest (not because his person was not there,
though behind a cloud: I have often Thought that Christ withdrawing, in this respect, may be called rather his concealed presence, than his real absence: He was close by Marry, although she did not see him; He was in the company of his Disciples, though they knew it not: His presence was not manifest (not Because his person was not there,
It were impossible that thou shouldest breath, if Jesus were not within thy bosome; thy weepings after him, are demonstrations, that in some measure he is with thee.
It were impossible that thou Shouldst breath, if jesus were not within thy bosom; thy weepings After him, Are demonstrations, that in Some measure he is with thee.
Ah said another poor soul, (that had cryed Christ was gone) He is come, he is come, he hath kissed me with the kisses of his lips, his love is better than wine, he hath not deceived me, neither will he deceive any.
Ah said Another poor soul, (that had cried christ was gone) He is come, he is come, he hath kissed me with the Kisses of his lips, his love is better than wine, he hath not deceived me, neither will he deceive any.
who loveth all his with a transcendent love? Mind this, wretches! (you who love not the Lord Jesus) what can you say for your selves, that you should not lye under this curse? Why do not you love Jesus Christ? what reason have you for it? Is not he lovely, fairer than the sons of men? Is not he loving? Doth not his love to his, pass the love of women? Were Christ unkind, you might with some pretence plead, that you have reason not to love him;
who loves all his with a transcendent love? Mind this, wretches! (you who love not the Lord jesus) what can you say for your selves, that you should not lie under this curse? Why do not you love jesus christ? what reason have you for it? Is not he lovely, Fairer than the Sons of men? Is not he loving? Does not his love to his, pass the love of women? Were christ unkind, you might with Some pretence plead, that you have reason not to love him;
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Is it not a ground of glory to be beloved of Christ, with such a transcendent love as you have heard? Well may beleevers make their boast of Christ all the day long;
Is it not a ground of glory to be Beloved of christ, with such a transcendent love as you have herd? Well may believers make their boast of christ all the day long;
for why? that love is transcendent, passing knowledge. None of all the sonnes or daughters of men have any, such just ground of glory (though they should enjoy the love of all the creatures) as beleevers have, who do enjoy only the love of Christ.
for why? that love is transcendent, passing knowledge. None of all the Sons or daughters of men have any, such just ground of glory (though they should enjoy the love of all the creatures) as believers have, who do enjoy only the love of christ.
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Let the world falsly and fondly brag of their creature-loves (and pity them (Oh beleevers!) when you see them do so:) But rejoyce your selves in the mean time, with joy exceeding great, and full of glory:
Let the world falsely and fondly brag of their creature-loves (and pity them (O believers!) when you see them do so:) But rejoice your selves in the mean time, with joy exceeding great, and full of glory:
And surely, beleevers, if the men of the world think they have good ground to glory in this, that they enjoy the Low love, (though of some seeming great creatures ) you have much more ground to rejoyce, who enjoy this high love, of him who is indeed greater than all the creatures (Jesus Christ).
And surely, believers, if the men of the world think they have good ground to glory in this, that they enjoy the Low love, (though of Some seeming great creatures) you have much more ground to rejoice, who enjoy this high love, of him who is indeed greater than all the creatures (jesus christ).
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One while he is filling you with his unsearchable riches another while he is crowning you with his own glory Now you have him giving you choice gifts, and anon you have him bringing of you choyce graces: In this duty you have him imbracing of your souls in his arms;
One while he is filling you with his unsearchable riches Another while he is crowning you with his own glory Now you have him giving you choice Gifts, and anon you have him bringing of you choice graces: In this duty you have him embracing of your Souls in his arms;
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One while thou art sick, and Christ visiteth thee, and maketh thy bed, and sitteth by thy bed side other whiles thou goest abroad and Christ walketh with thee,
One while thou art sick, and christ Visiteth thee, and makes thy Bed, and Sitteth by thy Bed side other while thou goest abroad and christ walks with thee,
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And anon it may be thou art in prison (under some restraint) and Christ visiteth thee there too? And all this maketh thee cry out, Whence is it, that my Lord should thus come to me? Why see the Point,
And anon it may be thou art in prison (under Some restraint) and christ Visiteth thee there too? And all this makes thee cry out, Whence is it, that my Lord should thus come to me? Why see the Point,
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And you are ready to say, Whence is it that the Lord of glory should stoop to wash such a creature as I am? Whence is it that he at whose feet Angels fall,
And you Are ready to say, Whence is it that the Lord of glory should stoop to wash such a creature as I am? Whence is it that he At whose feet Angels fallen,
Fourthly, let this inform beleevers, that (sith Christ loveth them with a transcendent love) at all times, they have then a just: ground to act their faith upon him in any case.
Fourthly, let this inform believers, that (sith christ loves them with a transcendent love) At all times, they have then a just: ground to act their faith upon him in any case.
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or give that to thee, when as thou considerest he loveth thee with such a transcendent love? upon all occasions, act your faith (O ye children of faith) in your beloved:
or give that to thee, when as thou Considerest he loves thee with such a transcendent love? upon all occasions, act your faith (Oh you children of faith) in your Beloved:
what ever it is that you want, and he hath; what ever it be that thou wouldest have, and he can give, Beleeve that Christ will not let thee goe without it;
what ever it is that you want, and he hath; what ever it be that thou Wouldst have, and he can give, Believe that christ will not let thee go without it;
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First, in case of hearing of their prayers. Surely he that so transcendently loveth their persons, will without doubt hear their prayers, Thou sayest (O beleeving soul) thou hast great necessities (and they force thee to make many prayers.) Thou sayest, that Christ can help thee at all hands (and therefore thou art calling upon him at all times ) But thou sayest, will hee hear mee? Why shouldest thou not beleeve that he will,
First, in case of hearing of their Prayers. Surely he that so transcendently loves their Persons, will without doubt hear their Prayers, Thou Sayest (Oh believing soul) thou hast great necessities (and they force thee to make many Prayers.) Thou Sayest, that christ can help thee At all hands (and Therefore thou art calling upon him At all times) But thou Sayest, will he hear me? Why Shouldst thou not believe that he will,
when thou considerest the transcendent love he beareth to thee? The love that is in his bosome, towards thee, will open his ears, to hear the breathings that come from thee.
when thou Considerest the transcendent love he bears to thee? The love that is in his bosom, towards thee, will open his ears, to hear the breathings that come from thee.
For notwithstanding, hee will hear thee, and accept of thee, in what thou desirest according to his will, for thy good, that he may declare his transcendent love.
For notwithstanding, he will hear thee, and accept of thee, in what thou Desirest according to his will, for thy good, that he may declare his transcendent love.
or about the other? Why sayest thou so (O beleever?) is not his transcendent love, a good ground for the acting of thy faith, in this case? Verily because his heart is to thee, therefore it will be with thee (That I may allude to that phrase.
or about the other? Why Sayest thou so (Oh believer?) is not his transcendent love, a good ground for the acting of thy faith, in this case? Verily Because his heart is to thee, Therefore it will be with thee (That I may allude to that phrase.
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thou hast no reason to say, as she said (in such a way as she did:) Thou mayest beleeve that his heart will be with thee, because thou hearest that he loveth thee.
thou hast no reason to say, as she said (in such a Way as she did:) Thou Mayest believe that his heart will be with thee, Because thou Hearst that he loves thee.
and yours also, to this Point, to act faith upon Christ in this case, whatever the truth of such a Scripture be (as you would know) or of such a question (as you would fain be resolved in.) Sith Christ loveth you with a transcendent love;
and yours also, to this Point, to act faith upon christ in this case, whatever the truth of such a Scripture be (as you would know) or of such a question (as you would fain be resolved in.) Sith christ loves you with a transcendent love;
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Verily (O you children of faith and love) beleeve it, Jesus Christ who loveth you in such a transcendent manner (as you have heard) will not let you alwaies be under those great sufferings which you doe:
Verily (O you children of faith and love) believe it, jesus christ who loves you in such a transcendent manner (as you have herd) will not let you always be under those great sufferings which you do:
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His great love (for the present) maketh him sympathize with you (in all your afflictions, he is afflicted.) Men that persecute you, they persecute him that loveth you:
His great love (for the present) makes him sympathise with you (in all your afflictions, he is afflicted.) Men that persecute you, they persecute him that loves you:
He looketh upon your sufferings as his own. (And because heeloveth you so transcendently, hee will ere long tell those that persecute you, the same terribly) beleeve it, Christ that hath appeared to you in this, saying, I have loved you with an everlasting love,
He looks upon your sufferings as his own. (And Because heeloveth you so transcendently, he will ere long tell those that persecute you, the same terribly) believe it, christ that hath appeared to you in this, saying, I have loved you with an everlasting love,
As he will not alwayes strive himself with you, so neither alwayes wil he suffer wicked men to trample on you, because hee knoweth (and his love maketh him afraid ) lest your spirits should fail, as under the one, so under the other.
As he will not always strive himself with you, so neither always will he suffer wicked men to trample on you, Because he Knoweth (and his love makes him afraid) lest your spirits should fail, as under the one, so under the other.
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Use. Secondly, It may be a word of Reproof. This point, that Christ loveth his with a transcendent love, may justly reprove the world, yea, and the Saints themselves also.
Use. Secondly, It may be a word of Reproof. This point, that christ loves his with a transcendent love, may justly reprove the world, yea, and the Saints themselves also.
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First, It may reprove the world, who are ready, not only to think, but to say (as hee in the Parable) that Christ is an austere man, Luke 19.21. No my brethren, Christ, you see, is not austere, but sweet:
First, It may reprove the world, who Are ready, not only to think, but to say (as he in the Parable) that christ is an austere man, Lycia 19.21. No my brothers, christ, you see, is not austere, but sweet:
As his name is, so is his nature, love; and that in a transcendent manner. Be reproved, wretches, in entertaining unkind, or reviling thoughts of Christ:
As his name is, so is his nature, love; and that in a transcendent manner. Be reproved, wretches, in entertaining unkind, or reviling thoughts of christ:
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I professe it is sadde to see, upon what petty poor occasions, even beleevers themselves are ready to question (at least the greatnesse) of Christs love.
I profess it is sad to see, upon what Petty poor occasions, even believers themselves Are ready to question (At least the greatness) of Christ love.
If hee denieth them, (though but a vanity) yet because their hearts are set upon it so much, they think that his heart is not set upon them at all, such is their weaknesse, they are ready to think that Christ loveth them but a little,
If he Denieth them, (though but a vanity) yet Because their hearts Are Set upon it so much, they think that his heart is not Set upon them At all, such is their weakness, they Are ready to think that christ loves them but a little,
because hee doth not give them, (happily a knife, which hee seeth they would use to cut their own throat with.) Your bosomes, O beleevers, will hint you the particulars in this case,
Because he does not give them, (happily a knife, which he sees they would use to Cut their own throat with.) Your bosoms, Oh believers, will hint you the particulars in this case,
when as you see it to be a clear truth (written as with a Sun-beam upon your souls and bosomes) that the love he loveth you with, is passing knowledge.
when as you see it to be a clear truth (written as with a Sunbeam upon your Souls and bosoms) that the love he loves you with, is passing knowledge.
Use, Thirdly, This point is a word of Exhortation, to exhort beleevers (upon the consideration of this transcendent love, which Christ beareth to them) to doe at least these four things.
Use, Thirdly, This point is a word of Exhortation, to exhort believers (upon the consideration of this transcendent love, which christ bears to them) to doe At least these four things.
How sweetly did love work upon that woman (who was a sinner ) when she tasted the transcendent love of her Saviour? The sight of the great love which was in his bosome towards her, makes her sit at his feet,
How sweetly did love work upon that woman (who was a sinner) when she tasted the transcendent love of her Saviour? The sighed of the great love which was in his bosom towards her, makes her fit At his feet,
For the present, I will not dispute the point whether mourning for sin before closing with Christ can bee sincere, Sure I am of this, that after closing with Christ, and tasting of his love,
For the present, I will not dispute the point whither mourning for since before closing with christ can be sincere, Sure I am of this, that After closing with christ, and tasting of his love,
O let his transcendent love (which you may read written with the blood of his heart ) dissolve thine adamantine heart: And let it make thee mourn for thy sinnes greatly.
O let his transcendent love (which you may read written with the blood of his heart) dissolve thine adamantine heart: And let it make thee mourn for thy Sins greatly.
Why (beleevers) doe you see him whom you have peirced with your sinnes? Do not you mourn, especially when you see him in the light of love? I say no more but this, either you have not tasted this transcendent love of Christ,
Why (believers) do you see him whom you have pierced with your Sins? Do not you mourn, especially when you see him in the Light of love? I say no more but this, either you have not tasted this transcendent love of christ,
and weep teares of blood, to think that ever you should sinne against Jesus Christ, who hath writen in his own blood this truth, that he loveth you with a love passing knowledge.
and weep tears of blood, to think that ever you should sin against jesus christ, who hath written in his own blood this truth, that he loves you with a love passing knowledge.
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I know it is impossible that thou shouldest parallel it, (which is the glory of Christs love) yet strive at least to imitate it, (which will be the glory of thine.) Do not content thy self to love him little, that loved thee much; Sith Christ hath loved thee richly, bee ashamed to love him but poorly. Ambition in this respect will be a grace, if so be that the sire of Christs love to thee, set thee in flames of great love to him:
I know it is impossible that thou Shouldst parallel it, (which is the glory of Christ love) yet strive At least to imitate it, (which will be the glory of thine.) Do not content thy self to love him little, that loved thee much; Sith christ hath loved thee richly, be ashamed to love him but poorly. Ambition in this respect will be a grace, if so be that the sire of Christ love to thee, Set thee in flames of great love to him:
So do thou (upon occasion) write a letter of love back to him, in the same rubrick. The love of Christ (saith Paul ) constraineth us, because (saith he) we thus judge, &c. 2 Cor. c. 5. v. 14. the consideration of Christs love had a constraining power upon Pauls spirit,
So do thou (upon occasion) write a Letter of love back to him, in the same rubric. The love of christ (Says Paul) constrains us, Because (Says he) we thus judge, etc. 2 Cor. c. 5. v. 14. the consideration of Christ love had a constraining power upon Paul's Spirit,
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To look as it were into the glorious box (Christs bosome) and there see that, which (I am sure to thee) is better than gold, id est, his grace. Weak people are thus farre wise,
To look as it were into the glorious box (Christ bosom) and there see that, which (I am sure to thee) is better than gold, id est, his grace. Weak people Are thus Far wise,
Refresh thy spirits upon all occasions (especially when thou beginnest to faint) and without doubt, there is a refreshing power in this transcendent love of Christ, to keep up your hearts from fainting under troubles (as we shall see in the next point,
Refresh thy spirits upon all occasions (especially when thou beginnest to faint) and without doubt, there is a refreshing power in this transcendent love of christ, to keep up your hearts from fainting under Troubles (as we shall see in the next point,
He doth so, why should not you? O that where ever you see the light of Christs love shining upon any bosome, that there you would cause your love to shine also upon the same:
He does so, why should not you? O that where ever you see the Light of Christ love shining upon any bosom, that there you would cause your love to shine also upon the same:
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for this one thing, viz. Christ in them: At least learn to love them really, because you hear Christ loveth them transcendently, Christ loveth different Saints with the same love:
for this one thing, viz. christ in them: At least Learn to love them really, Because you hear christ loves them transcendently, christ loves different Saints with the same love:
and though they are unhappily, it may be, erring about some truths, yet they are all of them happy in the injoyment of this truth, that Jesus Christ loveth them all with a love passing knowledge. Sad it is to see those look strangely one upon another, who are yet all beloved of Jesus Christ:
and though they Are unhappily, it may be, erring about Some truths, yet they Are all of them happy in the enjoyment of this truth, that jesus christ loves them all with a love passing knowledge. Sad it is to see those look strangely one upon Another, who Are yet all Beloved of jesus christ:
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But sadder it is to see any Saint look upon another with a frowning countenance, when as Christ looketh upon him, as well as upon himself, with a smiling face.
But sadder it is to see any Saint look upon Another with a frowning countenance, when as christ looks upon him, as well as upon himself, with a smiling face.
I say no more but this, sith Jesus Christ doth love al the Saints, and every believer, with a transcendent love, do you who are beleevers (and so share in the sweetnesse of this truth) do the like.
I say no more but this, sith jesus christ does love all the Saints, and every believer, with a transcendent love, do you who Are believers (and so share in the sweetness of this truth) do the like.
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O that you could behold the glorious beames of transcendent love towards all beleevers, doubtless such a sight as that, could not chuse but work upon your hearts,
Oh that you could behold the glorious beams of transcendent love towards all believers, doubtless such a sighed as that, could not choose but work upon your hearts,
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Bee contented now to break off from the wayes of sinne, and vanity, and come into the wayes of righteousnesse; Bee contented to bid the creature adieu,
be contented now to break off from the ways of sin, and vanity, and come into the ways of righteousness; be contented to bid the creature adieu,
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And what need you fear the rising up of the Sonnes of Belial, when you shall enjoy the loves of Christs bosome? Heare and give eare, (O ye children of folly) bee wise at least once, and you shall taste love.
And what need you Fear the rising up of the Sons of Belial, when you shall enjoy the loves of Christ bosom? Hear and give ear, (Oh you children of folly) be wise At least once, and you shall taste love.
Wee are all of us apt, either to desire the knowledge of that that is above us (and so unattainable) or else beneath us (and in that respect not so much desirable.) It was this golden apple of knowledge, which was so taking,
we Are all of us apt, either to desire the knowledge of that that is above us (and so unattainable) or Else beneath us (and in that respect not so much desirable.) It was this golden apple of knowledge, which was so taking,
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and tempting with our Grandmother Eve, that albeit the best that shee got by eating that apple, was but the knowledge of evill, (which wee had all been better without) yet shee was drawn to eat of the Apple:
and tempting with our Grandmother Eve, that albeit the best that she god by eating that apple, was but the knowledge of evil, (which we had all been better without) yet she was drawn to eat of the Apple:
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Hence it is, that too too often, out of an eager desire, and affectation of knowledge, we are apt upon the one hand for to five too high, and to pry into those hidden secrets which God hath not revealed) or else on the other hand, wee are apt to stoop too low (and to dive into niceties and vanities, at least into the knowledge of such things in which we are not concerned) but as the Apostle doth say) I shall shew you a more excellent way; by declaring how you may poise your desire of knowledge,
Hence it is, that too too often, out of an eager desire, and affectation of knowledge, we Are apt upon the one hand for to five too high, and to pry into those hidden secrets which God hath not revealed) or Else on the other hand, we Are apt to stoop too low (and to dive into niceties and vanities, At least into the knowledge of such things in which we Are not concerned) but as the Apostle does say) I shall show you a more excellent Way; by declaring how you may poise your desire of knowledge,
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Now of all knowledge, the knowledge of Christ, as it is most sacred, so it is most satisfactory: And of all things in Christ, the knowledge of his love: And as that is most satisfactory, so it is most sweet. It is this knowledge, which the Apostle here prayeth that the Ephesians might obtain, (and by consequence that knowledge which all Christians ought to desire,
Now of all knowledge, the knowledge of christ, as it is most sacred, so it is most satisfactory: And of all things in christ, the knowledge of his love: And as that is most satisfactory, so it is most sweet. It is this knowledge, which the Apostle Here Prayeth that the Ephesians might obtain, (and by consequence that knowledge which all Christians ought to desire,
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and their way, they are necessary, and of worth) neither doth it concein you (at least) so much, to be acquainted with other truths of the Scriptures (which in their place are very precious) But this is that which doth so mainly concern you, viz. That you know the love of Christ passing knowledge.
and their Way, they Are necessary, and of worth) neither does it concein you (At least) so much, to be acquainted with other truths of the Scriptures (which in their place Are very precious) But this is that which does so mainly concern you, viz. That you know the love of christ passing knowledge.
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and not content our selves with a bare discovery of that Golden Oare, or vein of love, which is upon the superficies or top of the same Mine; and in which we may easily discover,
and not content our selves with a bore discovery of that Golden Oar, or vein of love, which is upon the superficies or top of the same Mine; and in which we may Easily discover,
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but it doth concern us to endeavour to attain unto the deep and mysteriall discoveries thereof, which Saints by the light of the Spirit come to attain.
but it does concern us to endeavour to attain unto the deep and mysterial discoveries thereof, which Saints by the Light of the Spirit come to attain.
And certainly that knowledge of the love of Christ (whereof we shall now speak) ought to be, not only a bare head knowledge, but especially a heart knowledge, an experimentall knowledge;
And Certainly that knowledge of the love of christ (whereof we shall now speak) ought to be, not only a bore head knowledge, but especially a heart knowledge, an experimental knowledge;
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Secondly, I say it is of necessary concernment; some knowledge may bee of accidentall concernment to be known, which is not of necessary concernment: some things indeed as being accidentall to some greater truth,
Secondly, I say it is of necessary concernment; Some knowledge may be of accidental concernment to be known, which is not of necessary concernment: Some things indeed as being accidental to Some greater truth,
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and the discovery thereof, are in that respect of concernment, to be known; (and so may concern a man to endeavour for the knowledge thereof) But now this knowledge hath a necessity laid upon it; and woe be to every soule that knoweth not the love of Christ.
and the discovery thereof, Are in that respect of concernment, to be known; (and so may concern a man to endeavour for the knowledge thereof) But now this knowledge hath a necessity laid upon it; and woe be to every soul that Knoweth not the love of christ.
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Thirdly, I adde, it is of necessary concernment for every Christian; some truths there are, which albeit they may be of necessary concernment for some persons, who are as it were anointed with an higher anointing,
Thirdly, I add, it is of necessary concernment for every Christian; Some truths there Are, which albeit they may be of necessary concernment for Some Persons, who Are as it were anointed with an higher anointing,
for every soule that is named by the name of Christ, (and so pretends to be a Christian ) but especially every soul that is united to Jesus Christ (and so is indeed a Christian ) ought to labour for a solid knowledge of the love of Christ.
for every soul that is nam by the name of christ, (and so pretends to be a Christian) but especially every soul that is united to jesus christ (and so is indeed a Christian) ought to labour for a solid knowledge of the love of christ.
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And as Christ said with reference to doing, Those things, you ought to have done (that is especially) and not leaving the other undone ( i.e. altogether neglect) I say in like manner of knowing, the knowledge of the love of Christ, you ought especially to labour for (as a thing of more choice,
And as christ said with Referente to doing, Those things, you ought to have done (that is especially) and not leaving the other undone (i.e. altogether neglect) I say in like manner of knowing, the knowledge of the love of christ, you ought especially to labour for (as a thing of more choice,
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For the Proof I shall not need to adde many places (it being so fully laid down in this;) Certainly this wise Apostle Paul, would never have so earnestly,
For the Proof I shall not need to add many places (it being so Fully laid down in this;) Certainly this wise Apostle Paul, would never have so earnestly,
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and particularly begged of God, that the Ephesians might know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, if it were not of speciall and necessary concernment for them.
and particularly begged of God, that the Ephesians might know the love of christ, which passes knowledge, if it were not of special and necessary concernment for them.
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I shall only adde to this his desire for the Ephesians, that determination of his for himself (which he expresseth to the Corinthians) I am determined (saith he) not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ and him crucified;
I shall only add to this his desire for the Ephesians, that determination of his for himself (which he Expresses to the Corinthians) I am determined (Says he) not to know any thing among you, save jesus christ and him Crucified;
wee may safely conclude, both from his determination for himself, and his desire for the Ephesians, that the knowledge of Christs transcendent love, (especially in a clear experimentall way) is of necessary concernment for every Christian.
we may safely conclude, both from his determination for himself, and his desire for the Ephesians, that the knowledge of Christ transcendent love, (especially in a clear experimental Way) is of necessary concernment for every Christian.
) God so loved the World, that hee gave Christ, and Christ so loved the world, that hee gave himself, containes in it the morrow and pith of all the Gospell:
) God so loved the World, that he gave christ, and christ so loved the world, that he gave himself, contains in it the morrow and pith of all the Gospel:
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This little word love (written in the golden letters of free-grace upon the bosome of Jesus Christ) is an epitomy of the Gospell: Look as O love the father, is the fulfilling of the Law;
This little word love (written in the golden letters of Free grace upon the bosom of jesus christ) is an epitome of the Gospel: Look as Oh love the father, is the fulfilling of the Law;
You will never doe duty (at least with that sweetnesse in your own spirits which you should ) and with that acceptation of God, which you would) if you do not act from a principle of love. Now the love of Christ known to us, is that which chiefly enflameth our love to him;
You will never do duty (At least with that sweetness in your own spirits which you should) and with that acceptation of God, which you would) if you do not act from a principle of love. Now the love of christ known to us, is that which chiefly inflameth our love to him;
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what was the reason, that notwithstanding that love that God shewed to Israel, when he was a child, & taught him to goe, taking him by the armes, had not that impression upon Israel which it should have? the Prophet hinteth the reason,
what was the reason, that notwithstanding that love that God showed to Israel, when he was a child, & taught him to go, taking him by the arms, had not that impression upon Israel which it should have? the Prophet hinteth the reason,
In like manner, wee shall never walk answerable by doing our duty, (for I take duty, to be at least an answer of love) in case wee doe not know what the love is, wherewithall Christ hath loved us.
In like manner, we shall never walk answerable by doing our duty, (for I take duty, to be At least an answer of love) in case we do not know what the love is, wherewithal christ hath loved us.
Thirdly, Christs love is a fountain of a beleevers life, and therefore it must needs bee of necessary concernment for a beleever to know it, in as much as he cannot live without it;
Thirdly, Christ love is a fountain of a believers life, and Therefore it must needs be of necessary concernment for a believer to know it, in as much as he cannot live without it;
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verily this is life eternall to know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge, If it bee of necessary concernment for the soul to live, it must be also of necessary concernment to know Christs love, in as much as without the one, hee cannot enjoy the other.
verily this is life Eternal to know the love of christ which passes knowledge, If it be of necessary concernment for the soul to live, it must be also of necessary concernment to know Christ love, in as much as without the one, he cannot enjoy the other.
As Moses pressed the Israelites to the sincere keeping of the Law, for it is (saith he) your life; In like manner may we presse Christians to the serious knowledge of Christs love,
As Moses pressed the Israelites to the sincere keeping of the Law, for it is (Says he) your life; In like manner may we press Christians to the serious knowledge of Christ love,
Hence it is that thankfullnesse springs, it is from this fountain whence it floweth. Those soules will bee most thankfull for the love of Christ, that understand is most;
Hence it is that thankfulness springs, it is from this fountain whence it flows. Those Souls will be most thankful for the love of christ, that understand is most;
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nor brave buildings in this world: (his father (though he loved him) left him not a house to put his own head in here) but dear love, rich love, transcendent love, love passing knowledge, this Christ hath left to beleevers (as his father left him) as the father hath loved me,
nor brave buildings in this world: (his father (though he loved him) left him not a house to put his own head in Here) but dear love, rich love, transcendent love, love passing knowledge, this christ hath left to believers (as his father left him) as the father hath loved me,
You empty creatures, doth it not concern you, (and that necessarily ) to be filled with the divine fulnesse, the fulnesse of God? surely you will say, yes;
You empty creatures, does it not concern you, (and that necessarily) to be filled with the divine fullness, the fullness of God? surely you will say, yes;
Observe how the Apostle therefore joyneth this in the Text, To know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge (saith he) that you may bee filled with all the fullnesse of God.
Observe how the Apostle Therefore Joineth this in the Text, To know the love of christ which passes knowledge (Says he) that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.
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surely therefore to be filled, and to be filled with God, and to bee filled with the fulnesse of God, yea with all the fulnesse of God, being so necessary for every soul as it is,
surely Therefore to be filled, and to be filled with God, and to be filled with the fullness of God, yea with all the fullness of God, being so necessary for every soul as it is,
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and the knowledge of Christs love being so advantagious to this, It must needs bee a thing of speciall concernment for every Christian, to labour to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge. Briefly now for application:
and the knowledge of Christ love being so advantageous to this, It must needs be a thing of special concernment for every Christian, to labour to know the love of christ, which passes knowledge. Briefly now for application:
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An ample, exact discovery of this love of Christ, may well be set down among the desiderata, i.e. the desirables of Divines, it having been so little handled by any.
an ample, exact discovery of this love of christ, may well be Set down among the desiderata, i.e. the desirables of Divines, it having been so little handled by any.
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Surely it is very sad to think that the knowledge of the love of Christ, being of such necessary and high concernment, hath been so little inquired into;
Surely it is very sad to think that the knowledge of the love of christ, being of such necessary and high concernment, hath been so little inquired into;
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O what a gallant Gospel-designe were it, for some one who is acquainted with the Spirit in a large measure, to goe over the whole history of the Gospel,
O what a gallant Gospel-design were it, for Some one who is acquainted with the Spirit in a large measure, to go over the Whole history of the Gospel,
We read of a Book which was sealed, and John wept much (saith the Text) because no man was found worthy in heaven or in earth, that was able to open the Book, or to look thereon.
We read of a Book which was sealed, and John wept much (Says the Text) Because no man was found worthy in heaven or in earth, that was able to open the Book, or to look thereon.
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and to discover the mysteries thereof? Beloved, when we shall come to heaven, wee shall then be in a capacity of more perfect knowledge of the love of Christ: But alas!
and to discover the Mysteres thereof? beloved, when we shall come to heaven, we shall then be in a capacity of more perfect knowledge of the love of christ: But alas!
Now for mine own part, I incline (at least for present, to conclude, that although without doubt, there shall be a fullnesse of knowledge of Christ in respect of our knowledge (i.e.) according to the utmost bounds,
Now for mine own part, I incline (At least for present, to conclude, that although without doubt, there shall be a fullness of knowledge of christ in respect of our knowledge (i.e.) according to the utmost bounds,
yet notwithstanding in regard of the fulnesse of knowledge, as it relates to the thing it self, viz. The love of Christ, quoad essentiam, & virtutem intensivam,
yet notwithstanding in regard of the fullness of knowledge, as it relates to the thing it self, viz. The love of christ, quoad essentiam, & virtutem intensivam,
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Wherefore then wee must needs lament to consider, that although the knowledge of the love of Christ be of such necessary concernment, yet it hath been but little searched after by many;
Wherefore then we must needs lament to Consider, that although the knowledge of the love of christ be of such necessary concernment, yet it hath been but little searched After by many;
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And I cannot chuse but think those blame-worthy, and to be reproved, who in these times speak much of their parts and abilities in the beating out of some truths merely controversall (which yet I speak not against in its place) and yet neglect this knowledge which is of such necessary concernment.
And I cannot choose but think those blameworthy, and to be reproved, who in these times speak much of their parts and abilities in the beating out of Some truths merely controversal (which yet I speak not against in its place) and yet neglect this knowledge which is of such necessary concernment.
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I doe not altogether blame those who study this headship of Christ (I mean this Government) it being I think this present truth, which is most controverted in these times;
I do not altogether blame those who study this headship of christ (I mean this Government) it being I think this present truth, which is most controverted in these times;
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but spend all their time, their pains, and their parts, in controversies, and niceties, prying either into unrevealed positions, or being busied about needlesse questions, neglecting, in the mean time, this one necessary thing, viz. the knowledge of the love of Christ.
but spend all their time, their pains, and their parts, in controversies, and niceties, prying either into unrevealed positions, or being busied about needless questions, neglecting, in the mean time, this one necessary thing, viz. the knowledge of the love of christ.
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or men in a journey, who have good bread about them, but goe gnawing, and biting upon hard stones? so indeed some men, who have (at least means to have) the bread of life, Christs love, but they neglect it,
or men in a journey, who have good bred about them, but go gnawing, and biting upon hard stones? so indeed Some men, who have (At least means to have) the bred of life, Christ love, but they neglect it,
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and spend their time in gnawing upon hard trivialls, at least not usefull questions. Be reproved, O all ye, who so far spend your selves, about the obtaining of any knowledge,
and spend their time in gnawing upon hard trivialls, At lest not useful questions. Be reproved, Oh all you, who so Far spend your selves, about the obtaining of any knowledge,
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you must conceive, that (as I hinted in the explication) my desire is, that you would labour to be well versed, and to be exact students in this businesse;
you must conceive, that (as I hinted in the explication) my desire is, that you would labour to be well versed, and to be exact Students in this business;
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I would not have you content your selves in some generalls, but labour to make a particular discovery of the love of Christ in its substance, in its circumstances, and in its sundry actions, and declarations: O remember, that this knowledge includeth in it all that knowledge which is necessary to be known for salvation.
I would not have you content your selves in Some generals, but labour to make a particular discovery of the love of christ in its substance, in its Circumstances, and in its sundry actions, and declarations: Oh Remember, that this knowledge includeth in it all that knowledge which is necessary to be known for salvation.
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When you have studied it well, you shall find that there is nothing in the whole doctrine of salvation, which is not comprehended in this love of Christ (as Calvin hath well observed upon the place) This knowledge is both safe and sweet; it is not such knowledge as wil puffe up the head, but it will purifie the heart: I doe not doubt that any can grow wanton, who attaineth to any spirituall saving degree of this knowledge.
When you have studied it well, you shall find that there is nothing in the Whole Doctrine of salvation, which is not comprehended in this love of christ (as calvin hath well observed upon the place) This knowledge is both safe and sweet; it is not such knowledge as will puff up the head, but it will purify the heart: I do not doubt that any can grow wanton, who attaineth to any spiritual Saving degree of this knowledge.
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It is a point which may take up the study of all the Saints; (happily so much may bee couched in the 18 verse of this chapter, that you may bee able to comprehend with all Saints. ) He speaketh,
It is a point which may take up the study of all the Saints; (happily so much may be couched in the 18 verse of this chapter, that you may be able to comprehend with all Saints.) He speaks,
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and when they have brought all their notes together, and added all their studies together, they will bee able to make (at least in this life) but a very little discovery thereof.
and when they have brought all their notes together, and added all their studies together, they will be able to make (At least in this life) but a very little discovery thereof.
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And while you read the Gospel, be sure to carry this along with you, that all that which you shall read there, either ther in the life, or death of Christ, is still to be understood,
And while you read the Gospel, be sure to carry this along with you, that all that which you shall read there, either there in the life, or death of christ, is still to be understood,
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that Soul knoweth little of Christs love in the power, and sweetness, and Spirituality thereof, who knoweth only Christ in his head, as being without him,
that Soul Knoweth little of Christ love in the power, and sweetness, and Spirituality thereof, who Knoweth only christ in his head, as being without him,
and is a stranger to the knowledge of Christ in his heart, as being in him. Labour therefore to have Christ revealed in thee (as Paul speaks of himself) otherwise all that knowledge which thou hast of the love of Christ, will be to little or no purpose.
and is a stranger to the knowledge of christ in his heart, as being in him. Labour Therefore to have christ revealed in thee (as Paul speaks of himself) otherwise all that knowledge which thou hast of the love of christ, will be to little or no purpose.
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How long did hee stand knocking at the door, ere thou didst open? How long did he come wooing of thy soul, ere thou didst imbrace him? How many ways did hee take to work upon thee, to open thine heart to let him in, that hee might love thee? How freely did hee tender love to thy soul? was there any other condition, on which hee tendred himself to thee,
How long did he stand knocking At the door, ere thou didst open? How long did he come wooing of thy soul, ere thou didst embrace him? How many ways did he take to work upon thee, to open thine heart to let him in, that he might love thee? How freely did he tender love to thy soul? was there any other condition, on which he tendered himself to thee,
And if you lack this wisdome, James giveth you his advice, ask it of God, and if you ask of God a wise heart in this particular, doubtless he will not deny thee;
And if you lack this Wisdom, James gives you his Advice, ask it of God, and if you ask of God a wise heart in this particular, doubtless he will not deny thee;
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And that thou mayest bee able to know the love of Christ in its luster, beg of God to bestow upon thee his Spirit. Christ hath said, The Father will give the Spirit to him that asketh him;
And that thou Mayest be able to know the love of christ in its luster, beg of God to bestow upon thee his Spirit. christ hath said, The Father will give the Spirit to him that asks him;
Go to the Lord Jesus, and remember him of his promise: Tell him, he hath promised to send his Spirit, and that when the Spirit is come, he shall take of Christ,
Go to the Lord jesus, and Remember him of his promise: Tell him, he hath promised to send his Spirit, and that when the Spirit is come, he shall take of christ,
and shew it unto the Soul. Intreat him therefore to shew his Spirit, and intreat him also, that his Spirit would come with the shedding abroad of his love.
and show it unto the Soul. Entreat him Therefore to show his Spirit, and entreat him also, that his Spirit would come with the shedding abroad of his love.
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Having thus hinted a few words as concerning the means (how we may attain the knowledg of Christs love) I shall now adde a word or two concerning the manner how we should behave our selves in the use of this means,
Having thus hinted a few words as Concerning the means (how we may attain the knowledge of Christ love) I shall now add a word or two Concerning the manner how we should behave our selves in the use of this means,
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while we study the knowledge of Christs love; and for this take these directions. First, Be very exact. Exactness is requisite in all studies, but especially in this:
while we study the knowledge of Christ love; and for this take these directions. First, Be very exact. Exactness is requisite in all studies, but especially in this:
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Gather up (O Beleever) all the crumbs and filings of this gold (Christs love.) When thou readest any thing concerning Christ, be exact to observe the smiles of his countenance, the words of his lips, the gesture of his hands, the turning of his eye, love doth thus observe them:
Gather up (Oh Believer) all the crumbs and filings of this gold (Christ love.) When thou Readest any thing Concerning christ, be exact to observe the smiles of his countenance, the words of his lips, the gesture of his hands, the turning of his eye, love does thus observe them:
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be very curious •o study this love in all its circumst••ces, in all its doings, in all its demonstrations: If ever you would shew exactnesse in any study, shew it in this.
be very curious •o study this love in all its circumst••ces, in all its doings, in all its demonstrations: If ever you would show exactness in any study, show it in this.
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you may doe well to observe the context, here in this 3 Ephes. 17, 18, 19. v. The Apostle saith, that you Being rooted, and grounded in love, may bee able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the length, breadth,
you may do well to observe the context, Here in this 3 Ephesians 17, 18, 19. v. The Apostle Says, that you Being rooted, and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all Saints, what is the length, breadth,
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Emerge, and drown thy self, in that vast Ocean of thy Saviours bosome, and because thou art not able with any line of thine to sound the depth, sink thy very Soul, that it may be able to taste that, which thy study will not help thee so much as to see.
Emerge, and drown thy self, in that vast Ocean of thy Saviors bosom, and Because thou art not able with any line of thine to found the depth, sink thy very Soul, that it may be able to taste that, which thy study will not help thee so much as to see.
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I shall now adde but a word to stir you up (in the use of these means, and in this manner hinted) seriously to prosecute the sweet study of the love of Christ.
I shall now add but a word to stir you up (in the use of these means, and in this manner hinted) seriously to prosecute the sweet study of the love of christ.
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Those who have spent (or rather mis-spent) their time in reading of the fine Histories of feigned Loves, have at last been forced to confess their follies in so doing.
Those who have spent (or rather misspent) their time in reading of the fine Histories of feigned Loves, have At last been forced to confess their follies in so doing.
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That well-deserving person, Sir Philip Sidney, is reported to have lamented upon his Death-bed, the mis-spending of those parts which God had given him, in the penning of that well-penned peece, his Arcadia. But surely (beleevers) to lye upon a Death-bed,
That well-deserving person, Sir Philip Sidney, is reported to have lamented upon his Deathbed, the misspending of those parts which God had given him, in the penning of that well-penned piece, his Arcadia. But surely (believers) to lie upon a Deathbed,
surely, the love of many is waxen cold, though it bee pressed much, yet it is but little practised; Though all pretend to complain of the want of love,
surely, the love of many is waxed cold, though it be pressed much, yet it is but little practised; Though all pretend to complain of the want of love,
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Yet where is the man, that maketh it the sweetnesse of his life, to let others tast the sweetnesse of his love? Surely while there is such little love among men, it is but meet that we should study the love that is in Christ. But
Yet where is the man, that makes it the sweetness of his life, to let Others taste the sweetness of his love? Surely while there is such little love among men, it is but meet that we should study the love that is in christ. But
How oft doth but a thought of this, revive the spirits of the fainting Saints? With what a composure of spirit is a beleeve able to behave himself in any tribulation,
How oft does but a Thought of this, revive the spirits of the fainting Saints? With what a composure of Spirit is a believe able to behave himself in any tribulation,
when he knoweth, that the love of his Saviour is without knowledge? Without the knowledge of this love, nothing will bee sweet, but with the knowledge of this love, nothing can be bitter. And this is that which we shall come unto,
when he Knoweth, that the love of his Saviour is without knowledge? Without the knowledge of this love, nothing will be sweet, but with the knowledge of this love, nothing can be bitter. And this is that which we shall come unto,
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as the last thing observed from these words, viz. to let you see, how efficacious the love of Christ is unto the supporting of beleevers in any tribulation.
as the last thing observed from these words, viz. to let you see, how efficacious the love of christ is unto the supporting of believers in any tribulation.
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HE that is but little skilled in the knowledge of the face of times, may very well see, that these times wherein wee live are very sad: Calamity lyeth upon every Creature;
HE that is but little skilled in the knowledge of the face of times, may very well see, that these times wherein we live Are very sad: Calamity lies upon every Creature;
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And it should bee (doubtlesse) the wisdome of beleevers (who are liable alwayes to tribulations) to lay in something which may keep them from fainting under these tribulations.
And it should be (doubtless) the Wisdom of believers (who Are liable always to tribulations) to lay in something which may keep them from fainting under these tribulations.
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And it is our duty (especially who are the Ministers of the Lord Jesus) to help beleevers with these cordials, which our Lord and their Lord hath prepared:
And it is our duty (especially who Are the Ministers of the Lord jesus) to help believers with these cordials, which our Lord and their Lord hath prepared:
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And therefore while others, forgetting not onely the Saints, but themselves, take leave to presse and urge great things (as matters of faith) upon poor souls (as if they had dominion over their faith. ) I shall endeavour to imitate the great Apostle Paul, rather to shew my self a helper of your Joy, than a Lord of your faith.
And Therefore while Others, forgetting not only the Saints, but themselves, take leave to press and urge great things (as matters of faith) upon poor Souls (as if they had dominion over their faith.) I shall endeavour to imitate the great Apostle Paul, rather to show my self a helper of your Joy, than a Lord of your faith.
as to make them faint, he therefore boweth his knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, that he would be pleased to give them the knowledge of the love of Christ:
as to make them faint, he Therefore boweth his knees to the Father of our Lord jesus christ, that he would be pleased to give them the knowledge of the love of christ:
This being therefore the end why Paul prayeth to God in the behalf of the Ephesians, that they might know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge, I did observe this Doctrine from it, viz.
This being Therefore the end why Paul Prayeth to God in the behalf of the Ephesians, that they might know the love of christ which passes knowledge, I did observe this Doctrine from it, viz.
That the spiritual knowledge of the transcendency of Christs love towards his, is of special efficacy to keep our hearts from fainting under any troubles.
That the spiritual knowledge of the transcendency of Christ love towards his, is of special efficacy to keep our hearts from fainting under any Troubles.
Secondly, observe how upon this fear of the Apostle, lest they might faint, or (if you will) upon his desire that they might not faint, he falleth to prayer,
Secondly, observe how upon this Fear of the Apostle, lest they might faint, or (if you will) upon his desire that they might not faint, he falls to prayer,
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and maketh it his request to God, (whose alone royalty is to support the fainting spirits of all the creatures) that be would be pleased to keep them from fainting:
and makes it his request to God, (whose alone royalty is to support the fainting spirits of all the creatures) that be would be pleased to keep them from fainting:
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Thirdly, Consider, that among the rest of those things which he prayeth to God for, in their behalf, that they might not faint, hee prayeth for this in the Text (as in the last place) that they may know the love of Christ which passeth knowledge.
Thirdly, Consider, that among the rest of those things which he Prayeth to God for, in their behalf, that they might not faint, he Prayeth for this in the Text (as in the last place) that they may know the love of christ which passes knowledge.
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And happily therefore it was that hee bringeth in this as the last particular, being (as it were) that last cordiall, which he prayed for, in their behalf,
And happily Therefore it was that he brings in this as the last particular, being (as it were) that last cordial, which he prayed for, in their behalf,
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how that the very spirits and strength of the other cordialls which hee here prayeth for, are as it were wrapped up in this, viz. The knowledge of the love of Christ. For consider,
how that the very spirits and strength of the other cordials which he Here Prayeth for, Are as it were wrapped up in this, viz. The knowledge of the love of christ. For Consider,
First, hee prayeth that they might bee strengthened in the inward man by his Spirit, verse 16. Now what is that strength of the inward man by the Spirit? but that divine and spirituall joy which is through him.
First, he Prayeth that they might be strengthened in the inward man by his Spirit, verse 16. Now what is that strength of the inward man by the Spirit? but that divine and spiritual joy which is through him.
Now it is easie to demonstrate, that the chief ground upon which the Holy Ghost doth build that joy (which through him is in the hearts of beleevers) is this, viz. the shedding abroad of the love of Christ in them.
Now it is easy to demonstrate, that the chief ground upon which the Holy Ghost does built that joy (which through him is in the hearts of believers) is this, viz. the shedding abroad of the love of christ in them.
Christ having promised to send the spirit as a comforter to beleevers (he saith) that he (i.e.) the spirit) shall take of mine, and shew unto you, John 16. ver. 14, & 15. Now what is there in all Jesus Christ, of sweeter efficacy and power, which the spirit can take,
christ having promised to send the Spirit as a comforter to believers (he Says) that he (i.e.) the Spirit) shall take of mine, and show unto you, John 16. ver. 14, & 15. Now what is there in all jesus christ, of Sweeten efficacy and power, which the Spirit can take,
but will Christ dwell in my heart? I would fain beleeve it, but what ground have I for such a beleef? Hee is the high and the lofty one, and I am mean and a poor creature; Hee is not only the brightnesse of his fathers glory, but the fulnesse of the fathers holinesse;
but will christ dwell in my heart? I would fain believe it, but what ground have I for such a belief? He is the high and the lofty one, and I am mean and a poor creature; He is not only the brightness of his Father's glory, but the fullness of the Father's holiness;
It is very plain, That the knowledge of the love of Christ, is of speciall vertue and efficacy, to keep the hearts of beleevers from fainting under tribulations.
It is very plain, That the knowledge of the love of christ, is of special virtue and efficacy, to keep the hearts of believers from fainting under tribulations.
Secondly, By shewing wherein the speciall efficacy of that knowledge doth appear, for the supporting of the soul• from fainting fits in the time of trouble.
Secondly, By showing wherein the special efficacy of that knowledge does appear, for the supporting of the soul• from fainting fits in the time of trouble.
For the first, Wherein doth the knowledge of Christs love consist, or what kind of knowledge of the love of Christ is it, which keepeth the heart from fainting?
For the First, Wherein does the knowledge of Christ love consist, or what kind of knowledge of the love of christ is it, which Keepeth the heart from fainting?
It is the spirituall knowledge of his person, and the spirituall knowledge of his love, which furthereth the everlasting happinesse of a soul hereafter,
It is the spiritual knowledge of his person, and the spiritual knowledge of his love, which furthereth the everlasting happiness of a soul hereafter,
unlesse it sink deep into the soul (for the word falling among stones, and wanting root, did not arise up in fruit.) In like manner with reference unto joy, knowledge is no way efficaciously restorative (although it bee the knowledge of Christs love) unlesse it sink down from the head, into the hearts of beleevers.
unless it sink deep into the soul (for the word falling among stones, and wanting root, did not arise up in fruit.) In like manner with Referente unto joy, knowledge is no Way efficaciously restorative (although it be the knowledge of Christ love) unless it sink down from the head, into the hearts of believers.
But as the Apostle putteth the knowledge of the glory of God the father (as to salvation) in this, viz. that God who commanded the light to shine out of darknes, had shined into their hearts, 2 Cor. 4.6. In like manner hee putteth the vertue of the knowledge of the love of God in making the soul patient in its waitings, (and by consequence not fainting in his troubles) in this, that the Lord would direct the Thessalonians hearts into the love of God;
But as the Apostle putteth the knowledge of the glory of God the father (as to salvation) in this, viz. that God who commanded the Light to shine out of darkness, had shined into their hearts, 2 Cor. 4.6. In like manner he putteth the virtue of the knowledge of the love of God in making the soul patient in its waitings, (and by consequence not fainting in his Troubles) in this, that the Lord would Direct the Thessalonians hearts into the love of God;
the Lord (saith he) direct your hearts into the love of God, 2 Thes. 3.5. wherefore then, this is the first thing by way of negation, (that you may know wherein the knowledge of the love of Christ doth not consist) it is not the bare notion, or apprehension thereof in the head.
the Lord (Says he) Direct your hearts into the love of God, 2 Thebes 3.5. Wherefore then, this is the First thing by Way of negation, (that you may know wherein the knowledge of the love of christ does not consist) it is not the bore notion, or apprehension thereof in the head.
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Secondly, and positively, The right knowledge of the love of Christ, in reference to the matter in hand, I conceive chiefly doth consist in two things.
Secondly, and positively, The right knowledge of the love of christ, in Referente to the matter in hand, I conceive chiefly does consist in two things.
First, In a particular application of the love of Christ to the soul by faith, (i.e.) that the soul should be able to lay home that to himself, in particular, which he understandeth to be in the heart of Christ, to every beleever in generall.
First, In a particular application of the love of christ to the soul by faith, (i.e.) that the soul should be able to lay home that to himself, in particular, which he understands to be in the heart of christ, to every believer in general.
if there be a transcendent love in the bosome of Christ to beleevers, if I have not a share in it? Look as the preaching of the word doth not profit them, in whom it is not mixed with faith (i.e.) (in the particular application thereof to themselves.) In like manner,
if there be a transcendent love in the bosom of christ to believers, if I have not a share in it? Look as the preaching of the word does not profit them, in whom it is not mixed with faith (i.e.) (in the particular application thereof to themselves.) In like manner,
Herein was the truth of the saying, that Christ came to save sinners, but herein was the joy and comfort of Paul, that hee could say, I am chief. It is most clear, that the knowledge of the love of Christ is comforting,
Herein was the truth of the saying, that christ Come to save Sinners, but herein was the joy and Comfort of Paul, that he could say, I am chief. It is most clear, that the knowledge of the love of christ is comforting,
And therefore it is said, my Meditation on him shall bee sweet, Psal. 104.4. Not only the knowing, and beleeving of it to bee the souls, but also the meditation is that which maketh it more sweet;
And Therefore it is said, my Meditation on him shall be sweet, Psalm 104.4. Not only the knowing, and believing of it to be the Souls, but also the meditation is that which makes it more sweet;
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In like manner, though the love of Christ bee surpassing sweet (yea and albeit it bee as it were applied in the generall:) If it bee not meditated upon, it will bee but of little efficacy to keep the heart from fainting.
In like manner, though the love of christ be surpassing sweet (yea and albeit it be as it were applied in the general:) If it be not meditated upon, it will be but of little efficacy to keep the heart from fainting.
Wee will bee glad, and rejoyce in thee (saith the Spouse) Cant. 1. v. 4. yea but wherein would they find them joy? it followeth, in thy love: But how would they find out the sweetnesse of that joy, out of that love? it is hinted in this, I will remember thy love more than wine.
we will be glad, and rejoice in thee (Says the Spouse) Cant 1. v. 4. yea but wherein would they find them joy? it follows, in thy love: But how would they find out the sweetness of that joy, out of that love? it is hinted in this, I will Remember thy love more than wine.
The remembrance, or the meditation upon the love of Christ, doth greatly rejoyce the heart of a beleever, more than wine doth the heart of any carnall creature.
The remembrance, or the meditation upon the love of christ, does greatly rejoice the heart of a believer, more than wine does the heart of any carnal creature.
Now in the next place wee shall shew, wherein the efficacie of such a knowledge as this is (of the love of Christ) doth appear, for the supporting of fainting souls, and this wee shall shew in two branches. First generally:
Now in the next place we shall show, wherein the efficacy of such a knowledge as this is (of the love of christ) does appear, for the supporting of fainting Souls, and this we shall show in two branches. First generally:
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The knowledge of the love of Christ will appear, in its effecting of five things, which are of great vertue, to bear up the heart that it faint not in any troubles, as now,
The knowledge of the love of christ will appear, in its effecting of five things, which Are of great virtue, to bear up the heart that it faint not in any Troubles, as now,
The knowledge of Christs love in this respect casteth out fear: And indeed the chief ground of this doubting, is the want of the knowledge of the love of Christ;
The knowledge of Christ love in this respect Cast out Fear: And indeed the chief ground of this doubting, is the want of the knowledge of the love of christ;
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and I know it not onely for others, but my self, then hee will bee able to resolve, What should I doubt? Or who should I fear? Sith Jesus Christ loveth mee with such a transcendent love? And thus being freed from his fears, hee is also freed from his faintings.
and I know it not only for Others, but my self, then he will be able to resolve, What should I doubt? Or who should I Fear? Sith jesus christ loves me with such a transcendent love? And thus being freed from his fears, he is also freed from his faintings.
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therefore it was, that Moses did not faint (though hee were in afflictions with the people of God ) because hee was assured of the recompence of reward; Therefore it was that Paul, notwithstanding his great tribulations, was kept from fainting,
Therefore it was, that Moses did not faint (though he were in afflictions with the people of God) Because he was assured of the recompense of reward; Therefore it was that Paul, notwithstanding his great tribulations, was kept from fainting,
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The soul that knoweth how dearly Jesus Christ doth love him, and what transcendent affection hee beareth unto him, will with a little pains bee brought to beleeve, that certainly hee will fully and gloriously reward him,
The soul that Knoweth how dearly jesus christ does love him, and what transcendent affection he bears unto him, will with a little pains be brought to believe, that Certainly he will Fully and gloriously reward him,
yet I know I shall have a reward for all after all, because Jesus Christ loveth mee, with a love passing knowledge. And thus the beleever will bee sweetly supported from fainting.
yet I know I shall have a reward for all After all, Because jesus christ loves me, with a love passing knowledge. And thus the believer will be sweetly supported from fainting.
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An unstable soul, is like to the vessell in the storm without an anchor, tossed up and down with every wave, and every wind; therefore it is, that souls are apt to fret,
an unstable soul, is like to the vessel in the storm without an anchor, tossed up and down with every wave, and every wind; Therefore it is, that Souls Are apt to fret,
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Beleevers cannot chuse but love him, whom they know loved them first. Hence it is, that (Phoenix like) gathering together all the spicy actions of Christs love,
Believers cannot choose but love him, whom they know loved them First. Hence it is, that (Phoenix like) gathering together all the spicy actions of Christ love,
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There is a strengthening power in spiritual joy, to keep the souls of beleevers from fainting fits (as was hinted in the beginning.) Now the knowledge of Christs love is that which is able to produce that divine joy,
There is a strengthening power in spiritual joy, to keep the Souls of believers from fainting fits (as was hinted in the beginning.) Now the knowledge of Christ love is that which is able to produce that divine joy,
and that divine joy keeping the heart from sinking under sadnesse, it is easie to gather up this conclusion, that the knowledge of Christs love, is of speciall efficacy for keeping the soul from fainting under troubles.
and that divine joy keeping the heart from sinking under sadness, it is easy to gather up this conclusion, that the knowledge of Christ love, is of special efficacy for keeping the soul from fainting under Troubles.
But now we have seen that freedom of the soul, 1 From doubts, about the eternall condition, And 2 assurance of a reward after all tribulations, And 3 an acquiescence or resting on Christ in time of trouble, together with 4 strength of love to Christ, And 5 divine joy, is ever efficacious that way, therefore, &c.
But now we have seen that freedom of the soul, 1 From doubts, about the Eternal condition, And 2 assurance of a reward After all tribulations, And 3 an acquiescence or resting on christ in time of trouble, together with 4 strength of love to christ, And 5 divine joy, is ever efficacious that Way, Therefore, etc.
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But now more particularly, I shall shew the efficacy of this cordiall (the knowledge of this love) to keep the heart from fainting under troubles, in these four things.
But now more particularly, I shall show the efficacy of this cordial (the knowledge of this love) to keep the heart from fainting under Troubles, in these four things.
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Thus now the knowledge of the love of Christ, because it goeth to the very heart, and reviveth the Spirits of the Saints (which if revived there is no fainting) therefore it must needs bee so efficacious as it is.
Thus now the knowledge of the love of christ, Because it Goes to the very heart, and revives the Spirits of the Saints (which if revived there is no fainting) Therefore it must needs be so efficacious as it is.
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As now the fear of God is most soveraign to keep from evill, because (as the phrase is) it is put into the heart; so likewise the knowledge of the love of Christ is most soveraign,
As now the Fear of God is most sovereign to keep from evil, Because (as the phrase is) it is put into the heart; so likewise the knowledge of the love of christ is most sovereign,
Secondly, This knowledge of the love of Christ doth appear to bee efficacious to keep from fainting under troubles, in that it maketh the faculties of the soul so intense.
Secondly, This knowledge of the love of christ does appear to be efficacious to keep from fainting under Troubles, in that it makes the faculties of the soul so intense.
Saul, though hee were opposed, and much mocked of the sonnes of Belial, yet being newly lifted up to the kingdome (was so intense upon that) that hee did not at all mind the sonnes of Belial (much lesse did hee faint at their fordid carriage.
Saul, though he were opposed, and much mocked of the Sons of Belial, yet being newly lifted up to the Kingdom (was so intense upon that) that he did not At all mind the Sons of Belial (much less did he faint At their fordid carriage.
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what was it that kept the Apostle from fainting in affliction, but the intensivenesse of his Spirit, about everlasting and eternall objects, For which cause (saith he) I doe not faint, while wee look not at things which are seen,
what was it that kept the Apostle from fainting in affliction, but the intensiveness of his Spirit, about everlasting and Eternal objects, For which cause (Says he) I do not faint, while we look not At things which Are seen,
Fourthly, and lastly, the efficacy of the knowledge of Christs love &c. will appear, in that it hath a power to make a man forget all those tribulations which hee lieth under;
Fourthly, and lastly, the efficacy of the knowledge of Christ love etc. will appear, in that it hath a power to make a man forget all those tribulations which he lies under;
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we give wine (saith King Lemuel ) to them that be of heavy hearts; & strong drink to him that is ready to perish, Prov. 30.6. let him drink and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.
we give wine (Says King Lemuel) to them that be of heavy hearts; & strong drink to him that is ready to perish, Curae 30.6. let him drink and forget his poverty, and Remember his misery no more.
Thus now wee have gone over the second thing, and shewed you both generally, and particularly, wherein the power of the knowledge of the love of Christ (as it helps in keeping the heart from fainting under troubles) doth consist;
Thus now we have gone over the second thing, and showed you both generally, and particularly, wherein the power of the knowledge of the love of christ (as it helps in keeping the heart from fainting under Troubles) does consist;
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Use first, for Information. This point ( That the knowledge of Christs love is of such speciall efficacy to keep up the heart from fainting under troubles ) lets us see what great need we have to study the love of Christ.
Use First, for Information. This point (That the knowledge of Christ love is of such special efficacy to keep up the heart from fainting under Troubles) lets us see what great need we have to study the love of christ.
Men have much studied the nature of some Plants and Mineralls, because they are of special use for cordials; you hear of what speciall use for spirituall cordialls, the knowledge of the love of Christ is;
Men have much studied the nature of Some Plants and Minerals, Because they Are of special use for cordials; you hear of what special use for spiritual cordials, the knowledge of the love of christ is;
have not you ground then to study it? Paracelsus concluding all to lye within the compasse of his Sol, Sulphur, and Mercury, spentall (or most of) his study, in the search, and knowledge of them;
have not you ground then to study it? Paracelsus concluding all to lie within the compass of his Sol, Sulphur, and Mercury, spentall (or most of) his study, in the search, and knowledge of them;
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Tribulation, distresse, persecution, famin, nakednesse, perils, sword, neither any, nor all these, can bear down, when the soul knoweth the love of Christ that loves him.
Tribulation, distress, persecution, famine, nakedness, perils, sword, neither any, nor all these, can bear down, when the soul Knoweth the love of christ that loves him.
Verily if there bee need of studying that which may bee a cordiall to any condition, there is necessity of studying of the love of Christ, which is such a Catholicall, and Homogeneal cordiall as it doth suit with the Spirits,
Verily if there be need of studying that which may be a cordial to any condition, there is necessity of studying of the love of christ, which is such a Catholical, and Homogeneal cordial as it does suit with the Spirits,
Secondly, in stead of using this, they use other cordials. Who laments not? to see beleevers in these times of trouble, one while eying counsells, another while eying Armies; and in the mean while, not eying the love of Christ (which alone is able to comfort,
Secondly, in stead of using this, they use other cordials. Who laments not? to see believers in these times of trouble, one while Eyeing Counsels, Another while Eyeing Armies; and in the mean while, not Eyeing the love of christ (which alone is able to Comfort,
when all other things fail.) It is lamentable to see how beleevers leave this fountain of living comforts, and seek after, yea and dig for cisternes, yea broken cisternes, that neither have,
when all other things fail.) It is lamentable to see how believers leave this fountain of living comforts, and seek After, yea and dig for cisterns, yea broken cisterns, that neither have,
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How often doth Christ open his bosome to the beleever? and lets him see love written in the golden letters of Free grace; and beseecheth the beleever to look,
How often does christ open his bosom to the believer? and lets him see love written in the golden letters of Free grace; and Beseecheth the believer to look,
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How often doth Christ say, Soul, I love thee, I love thee with an everlasting love, therefore have I drawn thee into this wildernesse of trouble, that here I might speak comfort unto thee, where none can help thee? And yet lamentable it is to hear beleevers saying, that they will not beleeve it,
How often does christ say, Soul, I love thee, I love thee with an everlasting love, Therefore have I drawn thee into this Wilderness of trouble, that Here I might speak Comfort unto thee, where none can help thee? And yet lamentable it is to hear believers saying, that they will not believe it,
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Thus beleevers, this cordiall point may set you all a weeping, that notwithstanding the love of Christ bee so comfortable, you use it not, but instead thereof use other cordialls ▪ That when Christ openeth this cordiall, you will not open your mouths widely that hee may fill them with it.
Thus believers, this cordial point may Set you all a weeping, that notwithstanding the love of christ be so comfortable, you use it not, but instead thereof use other cordials ▪ That when christ Openeth this cordial, you will not open your mouths widely that he may fill them with it.
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and will not you take it? be reproved for your folly (O yee of little faith) suppose the Mother should provide some cordiall for the weak, fainting child,
and will not you take it? be reproved for your folly (Oh ye of little faith) suppose the Mother should provide Some cordial for the weak, fainting child,
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I saith some soul, I would goe thither (as being indeed in a sad case, needing comfort) but how shall I doe to draw out the water of life, that is in Christs love?
I Says Some soul, I would go thither (as being indeed in a sad case, needing Comfort) but how shall I do to draw out the water of life, that is in Christ love?
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It is the glory thereof, that it pardoneth much sin, and that is loveth little grace; and it will work so, that in time sin shall bee little, and grace much.
It is the glory thereof, that it Pardoneth much since, and that is loves little grace; and it will work so, that in time since shall be little, and grace much.
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yea didst thou but consider the love of Christ aright, it will bee a cordial in other particulars also, in that it maketh a large amends for a little tarrying;
yea didst thou but Consider the love of christ aright, it will be a cordial in other particulars also, in that it makes a large amends for a little tarrying;
It was the folly and the fault of the spouse, that though her beloved was knocking at her door, till his locks were wet with the dew of the night, yet she sluggishly lay in her bed,
It was the folly and the fault of the spouse, that though her Beloved was knocking At her door, till his locks were wet with the due of the night, yet she sluggishly lay in her Bed,
Thou hast played the harlot with many lovers, yet return to mee, Jerem. 3. ver. 1. and surely (saith hee) as a wife treacherously departeth from her husband,
Thou hast played the harlot with many lovers, yet return to me, Jeremiah 3. ver. 1. and surely (Says he) as a wife treacherously departeth from her husband,
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Transcendent love giveth a smile for every frown, a kisse for every buffet, an imbrace for every blow; this is the nature thereof, consider it, and bee of good comfort.
Transcendent love gives a smile for every frown, a kiss for every buffet, an embrace for every blow; this is the nature thereof, Consider it, and be of good Comfort.
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Use, Fifthly, it may bee an use of Terror to Christlesse creatures: you hear the consideration of Christs love is a cordial, able to support in any trouble;
Use, Fifthly, it may be an use of Terror to Christless creatures: you hear the consideration of Christ love is a cordial, able to support in any trouble;
but wretches that you are, you have no right to it; tribulation is for every soul that sinneth, Rom. 2.9. you will meet with tribulation, Christlesse creatures; ere long, divine wrath will come and visit you surely;
but wretches that you Are, you have no right to it; tribulation is for every soul that Sinneth, Rom. 2.9. you will meet with tribulation, Christless creatures; ere long, divine wrath will come and visit you surely;
and what wil you doe in the day of the visitation thereof? Whither wll you runne for consolation in the hour of your trouble? Will you runne to men, alas!
and what will you do in the day of the Visitation thereof? Whither wll you run for consolation in the hour of your trouble? Will you run to men, alas!
you are told, but if any bee in Christ, hee is a new creature, 2 Cor. 5.17. Do not say, I am baptised; Many are baptised into Christs name, who are not baptised into his person; you will say, you have heard him preaching in your streets, that you have eat in his presence (been as you say, at the Sacrament) alas poor creatures!
you Are told, but if any be in christ, he is a new creature, 2 Cor. 5.17. Do not say, I am baptised; Many Are baptised into Christ name, who Are not baptised into his person; you will say, you have herd him preaching in your streets, that you have eat in his presence (been as you say, At the Sacrament) alas poor creatures!
Tremble therefore you Christlesse creatures, his love is the cordial in trouble, the consideration thereof may support the soul from sinking in any tribulation; but woe to you! woe to you!
Tremble Therefore you Christless creatures, his love is the cordial in trouble, the consideration thereof may support the soul from sinking in any tribulation; but woe to you! woe to you!
what will you doe? what will become of you when Christ shall appear in wrath? It will bee in vain for you to call to the mountains, to hide you from the wrath of the Lamb:
what will you do? what will become of you when christ shall appear in wrath? It will be in vain for you to call to the Mountains, to hide you from the wrath of the Lamb:
It will bee in vain for you to think upon the creatures, nothing, nothing, will bee able to support your souls. Indeed, beleevers (when hee shall appear in flames of fire ) will bee able to comfort themselves, with the knowledge of his transcendent love;
It will be in vain for you to think upon the creatures, nothing, nothing, will be able to support your Souls. Indeed, believers (when he shall appear in flames of fire) will be able to Comfort themselves, with the knowledge of his transcendent love;
but alas, you who have no right to Christ, what will you doe in that day? you must doubtesse (if you remain as you are) sink in despair, and dye under his wrath.
but alas, you who have no right to christ, what will you do in that day? you must doubtesse (if you remain as you Are) sink in despair, and die under his wrath.
In as much as the knowledge of the love of Christ is of such speciall efficacy (as you have heard) to support your souls under tribulations, then bee exhorted.
In as much as the knowledge of the love of christ is of such special efficacy (as you have herd) to support your Souls under tribulations, then be exhorted.
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Let the consideration of the love that is in Christ to Beleevers, and of all the comfort that is in that love in any troubles, prevaile with you to look after it,
Let the consideration of the love that is in christ to Believers, and of all the Comfort that is in that love in any Troubles, prevail with you to look After it,
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