Christ displayed as the choicest gift, and best master: from Joh. 4. 10. Joh. 13. 13. Being some of the last sermons preached by that faithful and industrious servant of Jesus Christ, Mr. Nathaniel Haywood, sometime minister of the gospel at Ormschurch in Lancashire.
and who it is that saith unto thee, &c. They are the words of our blessed Saviour to the Samaritan woman at Iacob 's Well near the City Sychar, and part of that conference he had with her in his Disciples absence.
and who it is that Says unto thee, etc. They Are the words of our blessed Saviour to the Samaritan woman At Iacob is Well near the city Sychar, and part of that conference he had with her in his Disciples absence.
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In this Chapter you have a relation of Christs Journey from Iudea by Samaria to Galilee, together with the occasion thereof, 〈 ◊ 〉 many observable passages in the way.
In this Chapter you have a Relation of Christ Journey from Iudea by Samaria to Galilee, together with the occasion thereof, 〈 ◊ 〉 many observable passages in the Way.
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I sh•ll only and but lightly touch upon those that concern this Woman in whose person is exemplified that saying of the Prophet Isa. 65.1 I am sought of them that asked not for me, I am found of them that sought me not ▪ I said behold me,
I sh•ll only and but lightly touch upon those that concern this Woman in whose person is exemplified that saying of the Prophet Isaiah 65.1 I am sought of them that asked not for me, I am found of them that sought me not ▪ I said behold me,
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for coming to Syc•ar, which place (though its name be no where else mentioned in Scripture) is commonly thought to be Sichem, situated on the side of mount Gerizzim, the inhabitants whereof were murdered by Simeon and Levi. Ierome (who thinks that 'tis corruptly read Sychar for Sichem ) saith in his time it was called Neapolis. Here was a noted Well of springing-water, which did bear Iacob 's name;
for coming to Syc•ar, which place (though its name be not where Else mentioned in Scripture) is commonly Thought to be Sichem, situated on the side of mount Gerizzim, the inhabitants whereof were murdered by Simeon and Levi. Jerome (who thinks that it's corruptly read Sychar for Sichem) Says in his time it was called Neapolis. Here was a noted Well of springing-water, which did bear Iacob is name;
Jesus asked her water to drink, as to refresh himself in his weariness and thirst, so also to give occasion of discourse for the Salvation of her and many others.
jesus asked her water to drink, as to refresh himself in his weariness and thirst, so also to give occasion of discourse for the Salvation of her and many Others.
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The woman answers him readily and roughly, How is it that thou being a Iew askest water of me which am a Samaritan? (and the reason is annexed either by the woman or Evangelist) for the Iews have no dealings with the Samaritans.
The woman answers him readily and roughly, How is it that thou being a Iew askest water of me which am a Samaritan? (and the reason is annexed either by the woman or Evangelist) for the Iews have no dealings with the Samaritans.
These Samaritans were a mixture of Pagan Nations, who being brought thither by the King of Assyria, (2 King 17.24.) after the captivity of the Israelites, had built themselves a Temple on Mount Gerizzim, and together with some Apostate Iews had there established a false Worship in imitation of that at Ierusalem ;
These Samaritans were a mixture of Pagan nations, who being brought thither by the King of Assyria, (2 King 17.24.) After the captivity of the Israelites, had built themselves a Temple on Mount Gerizzim, and together with Some Apostate Iews had there established a false Worship in imitation of that At Ierusalem;
He proves himself to be greater than Iacob, by shewing the difference between this Mystical and Spiritual water springing and refreshing to eternity (which Iacob could not give) and that which Iacob gave his Sons, which could only quench a present thirst.
He Proves himself to be greater than Iacob, by showing the difference between this Mystical and Spiritual water springing and refreshing to eternity (which Iacob could not give) and that which Iacob gave his Sons, which could only quench a present thirst.
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Still the woman proceeds in her scoffing and opprobrious expressions, (O how hard is it to believe their word of whose authority we are not well perswaded) Give me this water, saith she ironically,
Still the woman proceeds in her scoffing and opprobrious expressions, (Oh how hard is it to believe their word of whose Authority we Are not well persuaded) Give me this water, Says she ironically,
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Questionless the woman knew well enough that Christ speaks of spiritual water; but because she despised him, she esteemed all his promises as good as nothing.
Questionless the woman knew well enough that christ speaks of spiritual water; but Because she despised him, she esteemed all his promises as good as nothing.
so are confident sinners to be wounded that they may be healed, and that the only way to deal with such as are obstinate and dally with heavenly things, is to convince them thorowly,
so Are confident Sinners to be wounded that they may be healed, and that the only Way to deal with such as Are obstinate and dally with heavenly things, is to convince them thoroughly,
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he said not, Go thou Adultress and call thy partner in sin, thy pretended husband, that you may hear your dooms; (as 1 Cor. 6.9, 10.) but he mildly stileth him husband whom he knew to be an adulterer, that she might neither presume any longer to contest with the searcher of hearts,
he said not, Go thou Adulteress and call thy partner in since, thy pretended husband, that you may hear your dooms; (as 1 Cor. 6.9, 10.) but he mildly styleth him husband whom he knew to be an adulterer, that she might neither presume any longer to contest with the searcher of hearts,
Hereupon she gave him some more reverence, calling him a Prophet, and he fully reveals himself to her, to the conversion of her and many other Samaritans.
Hereupon she gave him Some more Reverence, calling him a Prophet, and he Fully reveals himself to her, to the conversion of her and many other Samaritans.
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wherein observe, 1. The Preface, Iesus answered and said. 2. The Answer it self; in which is first a Supposition, If thou knewest, &c. 2. A Deduction therefrom, Thou wouldest have asked, &c. NONLATINALPHABET. The gift of God ] what is meant by this gift? some think he means this of the Spirit which was to be given, Ioh. 7.37. others the Grace of God offered by Christ, or the opportunity of Salvation tendered by Christ to this woman;
wherein observe, 1. The Preface, Iesus answered and said. 2. The Answer it self; in which is First a Supposition, If thou Knewest, etc. 2. A Deduction therefrom, Thou Wouldst have asked, etc.. The gift of God ] what is meant by this gift? Some think he means this of the Spirit which was to be given, John 7.37. Others the Grace of God offered by christ, or the opportunity of Salvation tendered by christ to this woman;
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so the Evangelical call and grace is called NONLATINALPHABET, Ephes. 2.8 (as Grotius observes) and then the sense is, If thou didst but understand how great the benefit of this occasion is which God freely put into thine hands, thou wouldest be so far from denying me that water, that thou wouldest ask of me, &c.
so the Evangelical call and grace is called, Ephesians 2.8 (as Grotius observes) and then the sense is, If thou didst but understand how great the benefit of this occasion is which God freely put into thine hands, thou Wouldst be so Far from denying me that water, that thou Wouldst ask of me, etc.
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He saith not indefinitely NONLATINALPHABET donum, nor in the Plural number NONLATINALPHABET dona, but NONLATINALPHABET, donum hoc vel illud, that gift Christ as given to the world, Ioh. 3.16. and offered to this woman by the Father, and also that which follows seems to be exegetical of this, If thou knewest the gift of God and who it is, &c. [ NONLATINALPHABET ] expositio ejus quod praecedit, [ & quis quantis { que } &c. ] i. e. Filius Dei, Salvator Mundi, Grotius.
He Says not indefinitely Donum, nor in the Plural number dona, but, Donum hoc vel illud, that gift christ as given to the world, John 3.16. and offered to this woman by the Father, and also that which follows seems to be exegetical of this, If thou Knewest the gift of God and who it is, etc. [ ] Exposition His quod precedes, [ & quis Quantis { que } etc. ] i. e. Filius Dei, Salvator Mundi, Grotius.
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I read these two members (saith Calvin ) if thou didst know, and who it is, so distinctly, that the latter is as it were an interpretation of the former;
I read these two members (Says calvin) if thou didst know, and who it is, so distinctly, that the latter is as it were an Interpretation of the former;
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and he adds, the sense will be more plain, if instead of the copulative conjunction [ and ] you put the expositive particle, [ Namely ] thus, if thou didst know the gift of God,
and he adds, the sense will be more plain, if instead of the copulative conjunction [ and ] you put the expositive particle, [ Namely ] thus, if thou didst know the gift of God,
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How often did this woman provoke him? how long did she withstand him? what feminine artifices doth she use to elude, breaking jests, making captious fallacies,
How often did this woman provoke him? how long did she withstand him? what Faemin artifices does she use to elude, breaking jests, making captious fallacies,
did men know what Christ is, and what the love of God was in giving him, they must have iron-hearts indeed if they could despise and resist him. If thou knewest, &c. 3 Doct. The blessed Son of God made himself very poor, stooped exceeding low for the good of sinners:
did men know what christ is, and what the love of God was in giving him, they must have iron-hearts indeed if they could despise and resist him. If thou Knewest, etc. 3 Doct. The blessed Son of God made himself very poor, stooped exceeding low for the good of Sinners:
and the cattel upon a thousand hills, yet he begs a little cold water of a poor woman to quench his thirst! O astonishing condescension! deep humiliation!
and the cattle upon a thousand hills, yet he begs a little cold water of a poor woman to quench his thirst! O astonishing condescension! deep humiliation!
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this is plain in the connexion in the Text, and from the latter sweet connexion, Thou wouldest have asked, I would have given, &c. 5. Doct. If we can but rightly ask, Christ will readily give;
this is plain in the connexion in the Text, and from the latter sweet connexion, Thou Wouldst have asked, I would have given, etc. 5. Doct. If we can but rightly ask, christ will readily give;
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as we should ask spiritual blessings ardently and importunately, so he gives them most freely and liberally, Ioh. 6.27. 7. Doct. True Grace never fails; those that once have it, shall never lose it;
as we should ask spiritual blessings ardently and importunately, so he gives them most freely and liberally, John 6.27. 7. Doct. True Grace never fails; those that once have it, shall never loose it;
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This certainty of Grace, the comfort of a Christian is not respectu rei, but Dei. One of the Fathers brings in the flesh, saying, Ego deficiam, I will surely fail and miscarry;
This certainty of Grace, the Comfort of a Christian is not respectu rei, but Dei. One of the Father's brings in the Flesh, saying, Ego deficiam, I will surely fail and miscarry;
It is the common mode and fashion of great persons, to give rich and magnificent gifts suitable to their state and quality, regarding more what becomes them to give,
It is the Common mode and fashion of great Persons, to give rich and magnificent Gifts suitable to their state and quality, regarding more what becomes them to give,
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The great Alexander could tell his suitors (whom he had more astonished than relieved with his bounty and favour) That though the thing might be too great for them to receive,
The great Alexander could tell his Suitors (whom he had more astonished than relieved with his bounty and favour) That though the thing might be too great for them to receive,
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yet it was not too great for Alexander to give. If dust and as•es can speak and think at this rate, O how large is the heart of God! The great and glorious God out of his infinitely overflow•ing love and unsearchable riches of Grace, hath conferred upon poor lost self destroying, undeserving,
yet it was not too great for Alexander to give. If dust and as•es can speak and think At this rate, Oh how large is the heart of God! The great and glorious God out of his infinitely overflow•ing love and unsearchable riches of Grace, hath conferred upon poor lost self destroying, undeserving,
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and ill deserving mankind, such a gift so transcendently superlatively excellent and wonderful, that if God the Lord should create an understanding-faculty of man or Angel millions of degrees more apprehensive and vigorous than if all the men and Angels that are or possibly might be created, were contemperated in one,
and ill deserving mankind, such a gift so transcendently superlatively excellent and wondered, that if God the Lord should create an understanding-faculty of man or Angel millions of Degrees more apprehensive and vigorous than if all the men and Angels that Are or possibly might be created, were contemperated in one,
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but that there would remain unseen treasures of loveliness, and oceans of excellencies never known, to the amazement and admiration of all creatures to all eternity:
but that there would remain unseen treasures of loveliness, and ocean's of excellencies never known, to the amazement and admiration of all creatures to all eternity:
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what tongue, though shap't out of all the Angels in Heaven, and watered with the milk and wine of that good land, can sufficiently express the glory and excellency of this heart-ravishing flower of Angels, this living Ark of heaven, the song of Angels and glorified Saints, the joy and glory of that new land, the crown and garland of his Fathers delight, the sweetness of the garden of God, the wonder of wonders for eternity to Angels and men;
what tongue, though shaped out of all the Angels in Heaven, and watered with the milk and wine of that good land, can sufficiently express the glory and excellency of this heart-ravishing flower of Angels, this living Ark of heaven, the song of Angels and glorified Saints, the joy and glory of that new land, the crown and garland of his Father's delight, the sweetness of the garden of God, the wonder of wonders for eternity to Angels and men;
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that fair tree of life, the branches whereof cannot for the narrowness of the place have room to grow within the huge and capacious borders of the Heaven of heavens!
that fair tree of life, the branches whereof cannot for the narrowness of the place have room to grow within the huge and capacious borders of the Heaven of heavens!
for what can we return to God that is not his own already? Rom. 11.35, 36. 1 Chron. 29.11, 12, 13, 14. If Iacob could say, He was not worthy of the least of all his mercies, Gen. 32.10 Who can pretend to be worthy of this greatest? but Christ is given, freely bestowed of his meer grace and bounty, without respect of ought in us that might invite or induce him thereunto, Rom. 5.6, 8, 10. Tit. 3.5. without any expectation of ought from us that might be beneficial to himself.
for what can we return to God that is not his own already? Rom. 11.35, 36. 1 Chronicles 29.11, 12, 13, 14. If Iacob could say, He was not worthy of the least of all his Mercies, Gen. 32.10 Who can pretend to be worthy of this greatest? but christ is given, freely bestowed of his mere grace and bounty, without respect of ought in us that might invite or induce him thereunto, Rom. 5.6, 8, 10. Tit. 3.5. without any expectation of ought from us that might be beneficial to himself.
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Can a man be profitable unto God? Is it any pleasure to the Almighty that a man is righteous? Is it any gain to him that we make our ways perfect? Job 2•. 23. & 35.5, 8. No, our goodness cannot extend it self unto God, Psal. 16.2. Look on man, and what is there to be found in him but sin and misery!
Can a man be profitable unto God? Is it any pleasure to the Almighty that a man is righteous? Is it any gain to him that we make our ways perfect? Job 2•. 23. & 35.5, 8. No, our Goodness cannot extend it self unto God, Psalm 16.2. Look on man, and what is there to be found in him but since and misery!
Man was in a state of darkness, slavery, rebellion, poverty, pain, ignominy, banishment, nakedness, filthiness, deformity, sickness, death, perdition, every thing that's naught and miserable;
Man was in a state of darkness, slavery, rebellion, poverty, pain, ignominy, banishment, nakedness, filthiness, deformity, sickness, death, perdition, every thing that's nought and miserable;
2. Christ is a most full gift, He is full of Grace and truth, Joh. 1.14. Col. 1.29. It pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell ; he fills all in all.
2. christ is a most full gift, He is full of Grace and truth, John 1.14. Col. 1.29. It pleased the Father that in him should all fullness dwell; he fills all in all.
whatever the heart of man can want or wish is to be had in Christ. That's a very full expression, Col. 2.9. In him dwells all the fulness of the Godhead bodily. Fulness in the abstract;
whatever the heart of man can want or wish is to be had in christ. That's a very full expression, Col. 2.9. In him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily. Fullness in the abstract;
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but bodily, that is essentialiter, presentialiter, potentialiter ; in regard of essence, presence and power; the expression is yet more Emphatical, fulness dwells in Christ, not sometimes but always there:
but bodily, that is essentialiter, presentialiter, potentialiter; in regard of essence, presence and power; the expression is yet more Emphatical, fullness dwells in christ, not sometime but always there:
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for by this fulness beza understands the accumulation or heaping up of all divine gifts in a most copious and plentiful manner, which the Schoolmen call habitual grace distinct from the grace of union.
for by this fullness Beza understands the accumulation or heaping up of all divine Gifts in a most copious and plentiful manner, which the Schoolmen call habitual grace distinct from the grace of Union.
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But this ri•h treasure is not hid, this full ark not locked up, for from the fulness overflowing in Christ, all Believers receive their sufficiency and fulness, Ioh. 2.16 Of his fulness we all receive, and grace for grace ;
But this ri•h treasure is not hid, this full Ark not locked up, for from the fullness overflowing in christ, all Believers receive their sufficiency and fullness, John 2.16 Of his fullness we all receive, and grace for grace;
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there is a wonderful and astonishing Philanthropy, kindness and love of God towards man appearing in his giving Christ, Tit. 3.5. It is not the gift many times, but the love and good will of the giver that makes it excellent in the eye of the receiver.
there is a wondered and astonishing Philanthropy, kindness and love of God towards man appearing in his giving christ, Tit. 3.5. It is not the gift many times, but the love and good will of the giver that makes it excellent in the eye of the receiver.
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He had done exceeding well for man as he made him at first, for he put him into a very good estate, stampt his own Image upon him, made him above all other Creatures to be his favourite;
He had done exceeding well for man as he made him At First, for he put him into a very good estate, stamped his own Image upon him, made him above all other Creatures to be his favourite;
God commendeth his love towards us (as unparallel'd) in that when we were sinners Christ died for us, Rom. 5.8. Herein he lays open and naked to us the tenderest bowels of mercy and love;
God commends his love towards us (as unparalleled) in that when we were Sinners christ died for us, Rom. 5.8. Herein he lays open and naked to us the Tenderest bowels of mercy and love;
in him are hid all the treasures of wisdom & knowledg; Col. 2.3. he is the pearl in the field〈 … 〉ine of pure gold, and therefore he cour〈 … 〉 poor Church of Laodicea to buy of him tryed gold that she may be rich, Rev. 3.18. He is the inexhausted fountain of all those streams of blessedness that flow forth all the Creation over;
in him Are hid all the treasures of Wisdom & knowledge; Col. 2.3. he is the pearl in the field〈 … 〉ine of pure gold, and Therefore he cour〈 … 〉 poor Church of Laodicea to buy of him tried gold that she may be rich, Rev. 3.18. He is the inexhausted fountain of all those streams of blessedness that flow forth all the Creation over;
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the eternal Spring and Well-head of all those fresh Seas and Oceans, of all the swelling-tides and bottomless depths of unutterable riches of grace and love to all his elect.
the Eternal Spring and Wellhead of all those fresh Seas and Ocean's, of all the swelling-tides and bottomless depths of unutterable riches of grace and love to all his elect.
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What then shall we think of Christ who saves so many millions of souls? Hence in Scripture, the richest things on earth are made use of, to shadow out the riches of Christ.
What then shall we think of christ who saves so many millions of Souls? Hence in Scripture, the Richest things on earth Are made use of, to shadow out the riches of christ.
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The riches of Christ are not ordinary things, not perishing riches, but unsearchable and inexhaustible, Eph. 3.8. There are unsearchable riches of Christ, NONLATINALPHABET, not to be traced out, never to be drawn dry.
The riches of christ Are not ordinary things, not perishing riches, but unsearchable and inexhaustible, Ephesians 3.8. There Are unsearchable riches of christ,, not to be traced out, never to be drawn dry.
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and can see no beauty or comliness in him that they should desire him; but to them that believe he is precious, 1 Pet. 2.7. The wise Merchant understood his worth, which made him sell all that he had with joy, with a very good will;
and can see no beauty or comeliness in him that they should desire him; but to them that believe he is precious, 1 Pet. 2.7. The wise Merchant understood his worth, which made him fell all that he had with joy, with a very good will;
so far from sticking and wavering, so far from changing his mind, that he persists in his resolution with a chearful heart, that he might purchase this Pearl of great price, Mat. 13.44. The Apostle Paul was at one with himself, Yea doubtless, I count all things but loss and dung, NONLATINALPHABET, Dogs-meat, that I may win Christ, Phil. 3.8.
so Far from sticking and wavering, so Far from changing his mind, that he persists in his resolution with a cheerful heart, that he might purchase this Pearl of great price, Mathew 13.44. The Apostle Paul was At one with himself, Yea doubtless, I count all things but loss and dung,, Dog's meat, that I may win christ, Philip 3.8.
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and all the high perfections that are in Christ, you would find him precious in all the parts of his Mediatorship, in his person, in his natures, in his offices, in all his gifts and graces.
and all the high perfections that Are in christ, you would find him precious in all the parts of his Mediatorship, in his person, in his nature's, in his Offices, in all his Gifts and graces.
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He alone is an everlasting Priest, offering but once, sufficient for all, gone to Heaven, &c. and he is Sacrifice, Priest, Temple, Altar, and all in one;
He alone is an everlasting Priest, offering but once, sufficient for all, gone to Heaven, etc. and he is Sacrifice, Priest, Temple, Altar, and all in one;
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NONLATINALPHABET: Never was there on earth a King so precious as Christ, though all good Kings are precious, he is over all, King of kings and Lord of lords;
: Never was there on earth a King so precious as christ, though all good Kings Are precious, he is over all, King of Kings and Lord of Lords;
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he is head and King alone, without either Collegue in the largeness of his dominions, or Regent in his minority, or Vice-roy in his absence. How precious is grace!
he is head and King alone, without either Colleague in the largeness of his Dominions, or Regent in his minority, or Viceroy in his absence. How precious is grace!
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Now Christ is altogether lovely, Totus ipse & in universum delectabilis & desiderabilis, all throughout from top to toe desirable and delightful, the cheif among Ten thousand, matchless and incomparable.
Now christ is altogether lovely, Totus ipse & in universum delectabilis & desiderabilis, all throughout from top to toe desirable and delightful, the chief among Ten thousand, matchless and incomparable.
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So the Truth of the Lords nature, and all his Attributes offered to the understanding and mind, drawing from them admiration and love, is the beauty of God.
So the Truth of the lords nature, and all his Attributes offered to the understanding and mind, drawing from them admiration and love, is the beauty of God.
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fair in Heaven, fair on Earth, fair in the Womb, fair in the Cradle, fair in his Miracles, fair in his Doctrine, fair in his Stripes, fair on the Cross, fair in his very Grave.
fair in Heaven, fair on Earth, fair in the Womb, fair in the Cradle, fair in his Miracles, fair in his Doctrine, fair in his Stripes, fair on the Cross, fair in his very Grave.
His countenance is as Lebanon, excellent as the Cedar, Cant. 5.15. and 1.16, the Spouse cryes out wondering, Behold, thou art fair, my beloved, yea pleasant:
His countenance is as Lebanon, excellent as the Cedar, Cant 5.15. and 1.16, the Spouse cries out wondering, Behold, thou art fair, my Beloved, yea pleasant:
If a person have never so good colours, yet if any part be wanting, or be not an agreement of parts in regard of quantity, scituation and stature, 'tis no beauty, but an error of nature.
If a person have never so good colours, yet if any part be wanting, or be not an agreement of parts in regard of quantity, situation and stature, it's no beauty, but an error of nature.
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for infiniteness and sweetness of order and proportion is so spread over his nature and attributes, that nothing can be added to him, nothing taken from him.
for infiniteness and sweetness of order and proportion is so spread over his nature and attributes, that nothing can be added to him, nothing taken from him.
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His head is as most fine gold, his locks bushy and black as a raven, his eyes as the eyes of doves, his cheeks as a bed of spices, his lips like lillies, &c. O what a pleasant harmony,
His head is as most fine gold, his locks bushy and black as a raven, his eyes as the eyes of Dove, his cheeks as a Bed of spices, his lips like lilies, etc. O what a pleasant harmony,
Here's Myrrh, Aloes and Cassia, sweet perfumes to the spiritual smell, Psal. 45.8. He is a bundle of myrrh, Cant. 1.13. His voice is most sweet and pleasant to the ear, Cant. 2.8. The voice of my beloved ;
Here's Myrrh, Aloes and Cassia, sweet perfumes to the spiritual smell, Psalm 45.8. He is a bundle of myrrh, Cant 1.13. His voice is most sweet and pleasant to the ear, Cant 2.8. The voice of my Beloved;
so taken with the sweetne•s of it that she speaks in broken language. His lips like lillies dropping sweet smelling myrrh, Cant. 5.13. How sweet is he to the taste, Cant. 2.3! I sate down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was sweet to my taste ; of an excellent rellish;
so taken with the sweetne•s of it that she speaks in broken language. His lips like lilies dropping sweet smelling myrrh, Cant 5.13. How sweet is he to the taste, Cant 2.3! I sat down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was sweet to my taste; of an excellent relish;
The kisses of his mouth and hidden manna are most delectable to the spiritual touch, Cant. 1.2. The sense and experience of his mercy, the assurance of his love, the sealing of his Spirit, O how sw•et to a thirsty soul!
The Kisses of his Mouth and hidden manna Are most delectable to the spiritual touch, Cant 1.2. The sense and experience of his mercy, the assurance of his love, the sealing of his Spirit, Oh how sw•et to a thirsty soul!
and had the wisdom and tongues of Angels to speak of the beauty and loveliness of Christ, they would in all their expressions stay millions of miles on this side Christ and his excellency.
and had the Wisdom and tongues of Angels to speak of the beauty and loveliness of christ, they would in all their expressions stay millions of miles on this side christ and his excellency.
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Christ is shadowed forth in Scripture by Head, Vine, Milk, Water, &c. now what more necessary and useful to men than these? Who could reconcile us to God when we were enemies,
christ is shadowed forth in Scripture by Head, Vine, Milk, Water, etc. now what more necessary and useful to men than these? Who could reconcile us to God when we were enemies,
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and put on the new, die to sin, and live unto God, were it not for Christs death and resurrection? Had not he sanctified himself for our sakes, we had never been holy;
and put on the new, die to since, and live unto God, were it not for Christ death and resurrection? Had not he sanctified himself for our sakes, we had never been holy;
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and proclaimed liberty to the captives? Who could have satisfied infinite justice, born the weight of Gods Wrath, removed the curse of the Law, made reconciliation for iniquity,
and proclaimed liberty to the captives? Who could have satisfied infinite Justice, born the weight of God's Wrath, removed the curse of the Law, made reconciliation for iniquity,
nothing more commodious, nothing more enriching than Christ is to them that have him. There is no man rich without Christ, neither is there any poor that have him;
nothing more commodious, nothing more enriching than christ is to them that have him. There is no man rich without christ, neither is there any poor that have him;
Christ is not gain as worldly things are profitable in relation to their ends, as wealth is good to supply want, food to maintain life, clothes to keep off cold air, a bed to rest weary limbs;
christ is not gain as worldly things Are profitable in Relation to their ends, as wealth is good to supply want, food to maintain life, clothes to keep off cold air, a Bed to rest weary limbs;
he is to be desired even for himself, his merchandise is better than silver, and his gain than fine gold, Prov. 3.14. Man knows not the price of wisdom, of this wisdom, Prov. 8.18. It cannot be valued with the gold of Ophir, with the precious Onyx and Saphire ;
he is to be desired even for himself, his merchandise is better than silver, and his gain than fine gold, Curae 3.14. Man knows not the price of Wisdom, of this Wisdom, Curae 8.18. It cannot be valued with the gold of Ophir, with the precious Onyx and Sapphire;
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The topaz of Ethiopia shall not equal it, neither shall it be valued with pure gold, &c. Job 28.18, 19. What the Apostle saith of godliness, is very true of Christ, he is profitable for all things,
The topaz of Ethiopia shall not equal it, neither shall it be valued with pure gold, etc. Job 28.18, 19. What the Apostle Says of godliness, is very true of christ, he is profitable for all things,
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He suits all persons, and all conditions, whether a man be poor or rich, young or old, noble or ignoble, learned or unlearned, bond or free, high or low;
He suits all Persons, and all conditions, whither a man be poor or rich, young or old, noble or ignoble, learned or unlearned, bound or free, high or low;
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and fell among thieves, which stripped him, wounded him, and left him half dead, &c. The man that travelled was our first Parent Adam, the Thieves were the Divels, who deprived him of all, wounded him,
and fell among thieves, which stripped him, wounded him, and left him half dead, etc. The man that traveled was our First Parent Adam, the Thieves were the Devils, who deprived him of all, wounded him,
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but the good Samaritan (so esteemed by the Iews ) Christ he comes, had compassion on him, went to him, bound up his wounds with his own soft hands, poured in Wine and Oyl,
but the good Samaritan (so esteemed by the Iews) christ he comes, had compassion on him, went to him, bound up his wounds with his own soft hands, poured in Wine and Oil,
What can be imagined more seasonable, than for such a compassionate Physitian to come by, look on and undertake when a man lyes bleeding and dying in the high way? Ezekiel 16, beginning, doth excellently express the seasonableness of his coming to us;
What can be imagined more seasonable, than for such a compassionate physician to come by, look on and undertake when a man lies bleeding and dying in the high Way? Ezekielem 16, beginning, does excellently express the seasonableness of his coming to us;
nor all the world do us any good, give the least relief: When he comes into the world, it is said, Heb. 10.5. Sacrifice and offering thou wouldest not, In burnt offerings and sacrifices for sin thou hadst no pleasure:
nor all the world do us any good, give the least relief: When he comes into the world, it is said, Hebrew 10.5. Sacrifice and offering thou Wouldst not, In burned offerings and Sacrifices for since thou Hadst no pleasure:
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I looked and there was none to help, then my own arm brought salvation, Isa. 63.5. The year of my Redeemed is come, now is the accepted time, now is the day of salvation:
I looked and there was none to help, then my own arm brought salvation, Isaiah 63.5. The year of my Redeemed is come, now is the accepted time, now is the day of salvation:
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So when a poor convinced sinner is at a loss, and knows not what to do, crys, I am cut off for my part, my hope and my strength is perished, &c. even despairs of help from all other,
So when a poor convinced sinner is At a loss, and knows not what to do, cries, I am Cut off for my part, my hope and my strength is perished, etc. even despairs of help from all other,
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If God heap temporal gifts on men till there be no room for more, give them never so many left-hand blessings, still mans heart is like the grave, that never saith it is enough;
If God heap temporal Gifts on men till there be no room for more, give them never so many Left hand blessings, still men heart is like the grave, that never Says it is enough;
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and Iacob said, I have enough, Gen. 33.9, 11. Interpreters observe, that word which Esau useth (translated enough, signifies much ) and the word for Iacob 's enough, signifies all. Esau had much, but Iacob had all.
and Iacob said, I have enough, Gen. 33.9, 11. Interpreters observe, that word which Esau uses (translated enough, signifies much) and the word for Iacob is enough, signifies all. Esau had much, but Iacob had all.
All things are yours, whether Paul or Apollo, or Cephas, or the world, or life, or death, things present and things to come, all are yours, for Christ is yours, and ye are Christs.
All things Are yours, whither Paul or Apollo, or Cephas, or the world, or life, or death, things present and things to come, all Are yours, for christ is yours, and you Are Christ.
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As Bernard says, Nihil ita temperat si•im avaritiae, sicut nomen Iesu ; nothing quenches the thirst of covetousness, ambition, &c. but the name of Jesus;
As Bernard Says, Nihil ita temperate si•im avaritiae, sicut Nome Iesu; nothing quenches the thirst of covetousness, ambition, etc. but the name of jesus;
He can look on earthly Paradises with a disdainful eye and scornful countenance, and trample under foot with a holy contempt, all sublunary fading vanities ▪ Christ in his eye, his glorious excellency, ravishing beauty,
He can look on earthly Paradises with a disdainful eye and scornful countenance, and trample under foot with a holy contempt, all sublunary fading vanities ▪ christ in his eye, his glorious excellency, ravishing beauty,
most necessary, useful and gainful gift; most suitable, seasonable, and satisfying. Add this one more, and it compleats all, He is unchangeable, the same for ever.
most necessary, useful and gainful gift; most suitable, seasonable, and satisfying. Add this one more, and it completes all, He is unchangeable, the same for ever.
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and inherent righteousness, but was not confirmed in them, but being left to the mutability of his own will, chose the evil, refused and lost the good,
and inherent righteousness, but was not confirmed in them, but being left to the mutability of his own will, chosen the evil, refused and lost the good,
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O that we may be enticed and allured by what hath been said of the incomparable worth of this gift of God, to a hearty reception and particular application of it to our selves;
O that we may be enticed and allured by what hath been said of the incomparable worth of this gift of God, to a hearty reception and particular application of it to our selves;
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and not wish, O that it were mine? O that this blessed Christ were my friend, my father, my head, my husband, my lot, my portion? Who will give me to drink of this Well of water springing up to eternal life;
and not wish, Oh that it were mine? O that this blessed christ were my friend, my father, my head, my husband, my lot, my portion? Who will give me to drink of this Well of water springing up to Eternal life;
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yea trample upon all the Crowns and Kingdoms of this world for it. It's an inestimable priviledg that thou art a creature capable of so vast a happiness;
yea trample upon all the Crowns and Kingdoms of this world for it. It's an inestimable privilege that thou art a creature capable of so vast a happiness;
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what could he give more or better? and it's a special favour that the Gospel hath been sent to thee, to reveal this great mystery, to offer this excellent gift to thee;
what could he give more or better? and it's a special favour that the Gospel hath been sent to thee, to reveal this great mystery, to offer this excellent gift to thee;
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and now when it is tendered, wilt thou refuse it? Wilt thou neglect and undervalue Christ? or wilt thou not rather give it all humble and thankful acceptance? Reflect upon those twelve incomparable properties and characters of this gift, methinks though I have spoken but little,
and now when it is tendered, wilt thou refuse it? Wilt thou neglect and undervalue christ? or wilt thou not rather give it all humble and thankful acceptance? Reflect upon those twelve incomparable properties and characters of this gift, methinks though I have spoken but little,
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If thy Father or thy Prince offer a gift to thee, would'st thou, durst thou deny it? If thy dearest Friend should send thee a token, wouldest thou slight it? Now look on the best of men, in all his Excellencies in himself, relations to thee, and thy dependance on him;
If thy Father or thy Prince offer a gift to thee, Wouldst thou, durst thou deny it? If thy dearest Friend should send thee a token, Wouldst thou slight it? Now look on the best of men, in all his Excellencies in himself, relations to thee, and thy dependence on him;
The great and glorious God, the King of kings, Lord of lords, and God of gods, the blessed Majesty of Heaven, the first Cause, the original Being, self-sufficient, all-sufficient, absolutely, perfect, uncapable of any addition,
The great and glorious God, the King of Kings, Lord of Lords, and God of God's, the blessed Majesty of Heaven, the First Cause, the original Being, self-sufficient, All-sufficient, absolutely, perfect, uncapable of any addition,
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What admirable, wonderful condescension is it, for the most High, the God of Heaven and Earth, that God whom the Heaven of Heavens cannot contain, to manifest such respect to vile polluted dust and ashes,
What admirable, wondered condescension is it, for the most High, the God of Heaven and Earth, that God whom the Heaven of Heavens cannot contain, to manifest such respect to vile polluted dust and Ashes,
as once to offer his blessed only begotten Son to us as a Saviour: Well may we with David be amazed at it, and cry with admiration, Psal. 8.14. O Lord our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth, who hast set thy glory above the heavens.
as once to offer his blessed only begotten Son to us as a Saviour: Well may we with David be amazed At it, and cry with admiration, Psalm 8.14. Oh Lord our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth, who hast Set thy glory above the heavens.
And adds, What is man that thou art mindful of him, and the son of man that thou visitest him? That so glorious a Lord should mind poor, silly, weak, frail, dying man, sinful, filthy, polluted, wretched, miserable man, could not but affect his heart with admiration and astonishment!
And adds, What is man that thou art mindful of him, and the son of man that thou visitest him? That so glorious a Lord should mind poor, silly, weak, frail, dying man, sinful, filthy, polluted, wretched, miserable man, could not but affect his heart with admiration and astonishment!
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He is the richest grace, the dearest love, the surest friend, the highest honour, the vastest treasure, the exactest beauty, the chiefest good, the fullest felicity.
He is the Richest grace, the dearest love, the Surest friend, the highest honour, the vastest treasure, the Exactest beauty, the chiefest good, the Fullest felicity.
He is a comprehensive and universal good, not one but all good, riches, honours, pleasures, friends, relations, health, life, earth, heaven, the world, the other world, all the good of both worlds, and infinitely more.
He is a comprehensive and universal good, not one but all good, riches, honours, pleasures, Friends, relations, health, life, earth, heaven, the world, the other world, all the good of both world's, and infinitely more.
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Wilt thou not now say, Lord whom have I in heaven but thee, and there is none on earth that I desire in comparison of thee? I'm sure he is such a gift as thou wouldest have if thou knew what thou dost;
Wilt thou not now say, Lord whom have I in heaven but thee, and there is none on earth that I desire in comparison of thee? I'm sure he is such a gift as thou Wouldst have if thou knew what thou dost;
Well, what saist thou to him? is not Christ worthy to be accepted and embraced? Is it not worth the while to have him for thine own? Whatever thou thinkest now,
Well, what Sayest thou to him? is not christ worthy to be accepted and embraced? Is it not worth the while to have him for thine own? Whatever thou Thinkest now,
when death shall close thy eyes, thou wilt be of this mind when thy soul stands quivering on thy lips, ready to take its flight into the unknown regions of the other world;
when death shall close thy eyes, thou wilt be of this mind when thy soul Stands quivering on thy lips, ready to take its flight into the unknown regions of the other world;
Is it not thy greatest concern to have him for thine, to whom thou must stand or fall for ever? from whose mouth thy sentence of eternal absolution or condemnation must come? and who shall judg thee to thine unchangeable state of life or death, of salvation or damnation;
Is it not thy greatest concern to have him for thine, to whom thou must stand or fallen for ever? from whose Mouth thy sentence of Eternal absolution or condemnation must come? and who shall judge thee to thine unchangeable state of life or death, of salvation or damnation;
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let me intreat thee to answer, Art thou willing or not to have this gift? What say'st thou, canst thou find in thine heart to deprive thy precious soul of such an inestimable treasure,
let me entreat thee to answer, Art thou willing or not to have this gift? What Sayest thou, Canst thou find in thine heart to deprive thy precious soul of such an inestimable treasure,
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thou maist lose a gift by offering to buy it, Thy money perish with thee, &c. 'Tis said indeed, Isa. 55.1. Come buy, &c. for the word is used here improperly, for to get, attain, receive, procure, furnish your selves, &c. So Prov. 3.8. and elsewhere;
thou Mayest loose a gift by offering to buy it, Thy money perish with thee, etc. It's said indeed, Isaiah 55.1. Come buy, etc. for the word is used Here improperly, for to get, attain, receive, procure, furnish your selves, etc. So Curae 3.8. and elsewhere;
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And something parted with, but of no valuable consideration in gain to God; and what would be prejudicial to us and inconsistent with having this gift.
And something parted with, but of no valuable consideration in gain to God; and what would be prejudicial to us and inconsistent with having this gift.
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as great, as good as he is, he doth not say, If thou satisfie my justice, answer the demands of my Law, merit my love and favour, then shall he be thine:
as great, as good as he is, he does not say, If thou satisfy my Justice, answer the demands of my Law, merit my love and favour, then shall he be thine:
so equitable a request? as the Servant said to Naaman, If the prophet had commanded thee some great thing, wouldest thou not have done it? how much more then,
so equitable a request? as the Servant said to Naaman, If the Prophet had commanded thee Some great thing, Wouldst thou not have done it? how much more then,
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when he only saith, wash and be clean? So say I to thee, If God had commanded the greatest things imaginable, wouldest thou not to thy power have done them, that thou maist injoy the blessed Son of God for thine? How much more then,
when he only Says, wash and be clean? So say I to thee, If God had commanded the greatest things imaginable, Wouldst thou not to thy power have done them, that thou Mayest enjoy the blessed Son of God for thine? How much more then,
and whosoever will let him take the water of life freely ▪ Nay, he shouts and calls aloud, Isa. 55.1, Ho every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters,
and whosoever will let him take the water of life freely ▪ Nay, he shouts and calls aloud, Isaiah 55.1, Ho every one that Thirsteth, come you to the waters,
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but to entreat us to accept him, to perswade and move us, as one that would not be denied, that's admirable. 2 Cor. 5.20, We are embassadors for Christ;
but to entreat us to accept him, to persuade and move us, as one that would not be denied, that's admirable. 2 Cor. 5.20, We Are Ambassadors for christ;
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And he commands us to receive Christ his Son, and makes this the chief, and (as it were) the only thing he requires of us, 1 Ioh. 3.23; and inforceth his just command with most severe threatnings, Heb. 12.25, See that ye refuse not him that speaketh;
And he commands us to receive christ his Son, and makes this the chief, and (as it were) the only thing he requires of us, 1 John 3.23; and enforceth his just command with most severe threatenings, Hebrew 12.25, See that you refuse not him that speaks;
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Sometimes he expostulateth with men, Wherefore do you spend your money for that which is not bread? Isa. 55.2, and adds protestations of his loathness that any soul should perish, Why will you dye? anger is not in me:
Sometime he expostulateth with men, Wherefore do you spend your money for that which is not bred? Isaiah 55.2, and adds protestations of his loathness that any soul should perish, Why will you die? anger is not in me:
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when men neglect and slight this offered gift, Why will ye not come to me, that ye may have life? He came to his own and they received him not, John 1.11.
when men neglect and slight this offered gift, Why will you not come to me, that you may have life? He Come to his own and they received him not, John 1.11.
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Yea, with very vehement passions he bewails and weeps over them that pity not themselves, Luke 19.42, If thou hadst known, even thou, at least in this thy day, the things which belong to thy peace, &c. Those tears and mournings over Ierusalem for her hard heart and contempt, have been, and are still over thee.
Yea, with very vehement passion he bewails and weeps over them that pity not themselves, Lycia 19.42, If thou Hadst known, even thou, At least in this thy day, the things which belong to thy peace, etc. Those tears and mournings over Ierusalem for her hard heart and contempt, have been, and Are still over thee.
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as against such as refuse Christ, Matt. 11.20, Wo unto thee Chorazin, wo unto thee Bethsaida, &c. Jer. 13.17, Wo unto thee, O Ierusalem, wilt thou not be made clean? when shall it once be ? He is never so angry with any,
as against such as refuse christ, Matt. 11.20, Woe unto thee Chorazin, woe unto thee Bethsaida, etc. Jer. 13.17, Woe unto thee, Oh Ierusalem, wilt thou not be made clean? when shall it once be? He is never so angry with any,
O that my people had hearkened unto me, and Israel had walked in my ways, I would soon have subdued their enemies, I would have fed them with the finest of the wheat, with honey out of the rock would I have satisfied them.
O that my people had harkened unto me, and Israel had walked in my ways, I would soon have subdued their enemies, I would have fed them with the Finest of the wheat, with honey out of the rock would I have satisfied them.
It were (one would think) enough to prevail with us to accept this gift with joy and thankfulness to consider how incomparably excellent the gift it self is.
It were (one would think) enough to prevail with us to accept this gift with joy and thankfulness to Consider how incomparably excellent the gift it self is.
— But God adds unspeakable benefits with him to draw us to this acceptance; as life and favour with God, Prov. 8.35. Whoso findeth me, findeth life, and obtaineth favour of the Lord.
— But God adds unspeakable benefits with him to draw us to this acceptance; as life and favour with God, Curae 8.35. Whoso finds me, finds life, and obtaineth favour of the Lord.
Recovery of Gods image, freedom from bondage, communion with God, liberty of will, pardon of sin, power against sin, deliverance from Satan, peace and joy, adoption of Sons, Ioh. 1.12. acceptance of persons and services, audience of prayers, a sanctified use of comforts and crosses, victory over death, assurance of heaven, the fair inheritance of all things, fulness of joy and happiness, pleasures for evermore.
Recovery of God's image, freedom from bondage, communion with God, liberty of will, pardon of since, power against since, deliverance from Satan, peace and joy, adoption of Sons, John 1.12. acceptance of Persons and services, audience of Prayers, a sanctified use of comforts and Crosses, victory over death, assurance of heaven, the fair inheritance of all things, fullness of joy and happiness, pleasures for evermore.
do not mistake me, nor deceive thy self by thinking that because God out of his infinite pity to his miserable creatures, is instant and urgent with them to accept of Christ,
do not mistake me, nor deceive thy self by thinking that Because God out of his infinite pity to his miserable creatures, is instant and urgent with them to accept of christ,
I counsel thee (saith Christ to his lukewarm Church) •ev. 3.18, to buy of me gold tryed in the fire (Why? that he might get •omething by him and enrich hims•lf? No) that thou maist be rich, that thou, not I may be rich.
I counsel thee (Says christ to his lukewarm Church) •ev. 3.18, to buy of me gold tried in the fire (Why? that he might get •omething by him and enrich hims•lf? No) that thou Mayest be rich, that thou, not I may be rich.
Now Brethren ponder it seriously, it is wholly for your own good, that you may escape wrath and death, that you may attain Heaven and life, that God is pleased once more to offer Christ to you.
Now Brothers ponder it seriously, it is wholly for your own good, that you may escape wrath and death, that you may attain Heaven and life, that God is pleased once more to offer christ to you.
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If a Physitian should come to us who would heal us of all our diseases (suppose we were an Hospital of unsound persons) would he not be most acceptable to us? What more acceptable to a poor man than wealth? or a naked man than clothes? or to an hungry man than bread? a slave than freedom? all this and infinitely more is Christ to us.
If a physician should come to us who would heal us of all our diseases (suppose we were an Hospital of unsound Persons) would he not be most acceptable to us? What more acceptable to a poor man than wealth? or a naked man than clothes? or to an hungry man than bred? a slave than freedom? all this and infinitely more is christ to us.
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or in the gift? is not Christ fair, or good enough? is he not rich and honourable enough? is there any want of love or loveliness in Christ for thee? What hath been said of him, will silence all these and the like objections.
or in the gift? is not christ fair, or good enough? is he not rich and honourable enough? is there any want of love or loveliness in christ for thee? What hath been said of him, will silence all these and the like objections.
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What canst thou say? is it an indifferent matter whether thou take this or not? doth not thy eternal felicity depend on thine acceptance of him? what sayest thou? shall Christ be thy Lord,
What Canst thou say? is it an indifferent matter whither thou take this or not? does not thy Eternal felicity depend on thine acceptance of him? what Sayest thou? shall christ be thy Lord,
when all thy friends shall leave thee, and dearest relations forsake thee, yea, when thy flesh and thy heart shall fail thee, Christ will be the strength of thy heart, and thy portion for ever.
when all thy Friends shall leave thee, and dearest relations forsake thee, yea, when thy Flesh and thy heart shall fail thee, christ will be the strength of thy heart, and thy portion for ever.
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first direct you to try your selves, whether Christ be yours or not, and then how to attain propriety in this excellent gift, whereby you may be happy to all eternity.
First Direct you to try your selves, whither christ be yours or not, and then how to attain propriety in this excellent gift, whereby you may be happy to all eternity.
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and speak true, I am my beloveds (as Cant. 6.3) you may with the same breath conclude, my beloved is mine. Have you ever made a full, intire, affectionate, deliberate and unreserved resignation of your selves unto him? have you given up your heart, head and hands, all you are, all you have,
and speak true, I am my beloveds (as Cant 6.3) you may with the same breath conclude, my Beloved is mine. Have you ever made a full, entire, affectionate, deliberate and unreserved resignation of your selves unto him? have you given up your heart, head and hands, all you Are, all you have,
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Do you truly in judgment and affections, account it your chief happiness to enjoy the Lord Jesus Christ? is he the chiefest of Ten thousand in your eyes, altogether lovely? Can you say with David, Psal. 16.5, The Lord is my portion? or with him, Psal. 73.25, Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is none on earth I desire beside thee,
Do you truly in judgement and affections, account it your chief happiness to enjoy the Lord jesus christ? is he the chiefest of Ten thousand in your eyes, altogether lovely? Can you say with David, Psalm 16.5, The Lord is my portion? or with him, Psalm 73.25, Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is none on earth I desire beside thee,
or in competition with thee? So that whatever temptations to the contrary you meet with, you do in your settled prevailing judgment, prefer Christ before all,
or in competition with thee? So that whatever temptations to the contrary you meet with, you do in your settled prevailing judgement, prefer christ before all,
and count all loss and dung in comparison of the excellency of the knowledg of Christ, making him the end of your desires and endeavours, putting the world and all other things behind him in your esteem and pursuit,
and count all loss and dung in comparison of the excellency of the knowledge of christ, making him the end of your Desires and endeavours, putting the world and all other things behind him in your esteem and pursuit,
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and thinking no labour, nor losses, nor sufferings too great for Christ. 2. Are you willing to receive Christ as Lord as well as Saviour? submit to him as King,
and thinking no labour, nor losses, nor sufferings too great for christ. 2. are you willing to receive christ as Lord as well as Saviour? submit to him as King,
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But if you are only content to be saved by him from Hell when you dye, in the mean time, he shall command you no further than will stand with your credit,
But if you Are only content to be saved by him from Hell when you die, in the mean time, he shall command you no further than will stand with your credit,
or pleasure, or worldly estate and ends, and did never heartily consent that he should rule over you, nor resign up your souls and bodies to be governed and disposed by him,
or pleasure, or worldly estate and ends, and did never heartily consent that he should Rule over you, nor resign up your Souls and bodies to be governed and disposed by him,
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He is his Friend and Disciple that keeps his commandments, Iohn 15.7, 14, but they that would not hearken to his voice, would none of him, he gave them up to their own hearts lusts, Psal. 8.11. 3. Have you received the Spirit of Christ? The Apostle makes the former and this, characters of such as have received Christ. 1 Joh. 3.24, He that keepeth his commandments dwells in him, and Christ in him;
He is his Friend and Disciple that keeps his Commandments, John 15.7, 14, but they that would not harken to his voice, would none of him, he gave them up to their own hearts Lustiest, Psalm 8.11. 3. Have you received the Spirit of christ? The Apostle makes the former and this, characters of such as have received christ. 1 John 3.24, He that Keepeth his Commandments dwells in him, and christ in him;
Well then, let every one of you be now inquisitive, and put such interrogatories as these to himself, Have I the Spirit? is he given to me? doth he dwell in my soul? have I the spirit of illumination and revelation, Eph. 1.17? Do I see such things as I never saw before,
Well then, let every one of you be now inquisitive, and put such interrogatories as these to himself, Have I the Spirit? is he given to me? does he dwell in my soul? have I the Spirit of illumination and Revelation, Ephesians 1.17? Do I see such things as I never saw before,
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as the inexpressible vileness and loathsomness of sin, the greatest beauty in holiness, &c. ? Have I the spirit of life in Christ Jesus, to quicken me and raise me up from the dead? Rom. 8.2. 2 Cor. 3.6.
as the inexpressible vileness and loathsomeness of since, the greatest beauty in holiness, etc.? Have I the Spirit of life in christ jesus, to quicken me and raise me up from the dead? Rom. 8.2. 2 Cor. 3.6.
Have I felt the spirit of conviction, to convince me of sin, righteousness and judgment, Iohn 16.8? The spirit of grace and supplication, stirring up to,
Have I felt the Spirit of conviction, to convince me of since, righteousness and judgement, John 16.8? The Spirit of grace and supplication, stirring up to,
and assisting in that heavenly duty of Prayer, Zech. 12.10? The spirit of holyness to sanctifie me, 1 Pet. 1.2, to mortifie my sins and corruptions, Rom. 8.13,
and assisting in that heavenly duty of Prayer, Zechariah 12.10? The Spirit of holiness to sanctify me, 1 Pet. 1.2, to mortify my Sins and corruptions, Rom. 8.13,
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and work up my heart to all holy obedience, Ezek. 36.27? Am I renewed in the spirit of my mind? is Gods Image repaired in me? am I transformed into the same image from glory to glory,
and work up my heart to all holy Obedience, Ezekiel 36.27? Am I renewed in the Spirit of my mind? is God's Image repaired in me? am I transformed into the same image from glory to glory,
as by the Spirit of the Lord? Am I growing in grace, perfecting holiness in the fear of the Lord? Do I walk in all Gods Ways and Statutes freely, regularly, constantly? Am I willing to sacrifice an Isaac, a Benjamin, an Absolom, a Delilah, Herodias, and hew, with Samuel, delicate Agag in pieces? or with David keep my self from mine own iniquity? Is the old man dead? the flesh with all its cursed retinue mortified? do I detest and loath every sin, in thought word and deed,
as by the Spirit of the Lord? Am I growing in grace, perfecting holiness in the Fear of the Lord? Do I walk in all God's Ways and Statutes freely, regularly, constantly? Am I willing to sacrifice an Isaac, a Benjamin, an Absalom, a Delilah, Herodias, and hew, with Samuel, delicate Agag in Pieces? or with David keep my self from mine own iniquity? Is the old man dead? the Flesh with all its cursed retinue mortified? do I detest and loath every since, in Thought word and deed,
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let the search be deep and thorow, go to the bottom of your deceitful h•arts, bring things to an issue, be sure that you be not mistaken. 4. If Christ be received, there will be a more earnest intent, desire and breathing of soul after him;
let the search be deep and thorough, go to the bottom of your deceitful h•arts, bring things to an issue, be sure that you be not mistaken. 4. If christ be received, there will be a more earnest intent, desire and breathing of soul After him;
he that hath once tasted the sweetness of his grace, and seen the splendor of his beauty, will be so far from being satisfied, that he will still more and more thirst after him;
he that hath once tasted the sweetness of his grace, and seen the splendour of his beauty, will be so Far from being satisfied, that he will still more and more thirst After him;
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Here the Spouse seems to be strongly moved with affection, and before her beloved had well ended his speech, breaks out into an affectionate Elogy of him, which she is not able to express,
Here the Spouse seems to be strongly moved with affection, and before her Beloved had well ended his speech, breaks out into an affectionate Eulogy of him, which she is not able to express,
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and what was the effect of this? did she surfeit with eating his fruit and banquetting? no, she is more ravisht with desire, Stay me with flagons, comfort me with apples,
and what was the Effect of this? did she surfeit with eating his fruit and banqueting? no, she is more ravished with desire, Stay me with flagons, Comfort me with Apples,
I am wounded, nay slain (as some Interpreters) with love: which by the sweet vehemency and insatiability of it, makes the heart to burn and weep, groan and sigh;
I am wounded, nay slave (as Some Interpreters) with love: which by the sweet vehemency and insatiability of it, makes the heart to burn and weep, groan and sighs;
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and abstain from any thing that would cross thy desires to enjoy him, content to go through any difficulties and discouragements, to bear reproach, losses for him,
and abstain from any thing that would cross thy Desires to enjoy him, content to go through any difficulties and discouragements, to bear reproach, losses for him,
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and endeavour to draw others to him? have your words and carriage been such as to give testimony to others of your love and propriety to Christ? He that hath received this gift may be known by the smell and fragrancy he sends forth out of the heart into every part of man, thoughts, words, works, are all gracious and savoury; there's the savour of Christ;
and endeavour to draw Others to him? have your words and carriage been such as to give testimony to Others of your love and propriety to christ? He that hath received this gift may be known by the smell and fragrancy he sends forth out of the heart into every part of man, thoughts, words, works, Are all gracious and savoury; there's the savour of christ;
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and cast a sweet and delicate smell, how much more must their words and lives be sweet and fragant who carry about with them Jesus Christ, Whose garments smell of my•rh, aloes, and cassia, Psal. 45.8.
and cast a sweet and delicate smell, how much more must their words and lives be sweet and fragrant who carry about with them jesus christ, Whose garments smell of my•rh, aloes, and cassia, Psalm 45.8.
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Eusebius in his Ecclesiastical History, reports of Polycarpus, that when he was to be sacrificed unto the Lord by fire, by the hands of most bloody Persecutors,
Eusebius in his Ecclesiastical History, reports of Polycarp, that when he was to be sacrificed unto the Lord by fire, by the hands of most bloody Persecutors,
as he was standing in the midst of the fire, all resplendent, like shining burnisht gold, his body did send forth such an odoriferous and sweet favour as they of Smyrna received it in an Epistle) as if he had been perfumed with incense,
as he was standing in the midst of the fire, all resplendent, like shining burnished gold, his body did send forth such an odoriferous and sweet favour as they of Smyrna received it in an Epistle) as if he had been perfumed with incense,
Now though every ordinary Christians body do not yield such a miraculous odour, yet you may read as much in effect of a most gracious perfume, with which the precious souls of all Christs believing members, (his mystical Spouse) do send forth in a most sweet and pleasant manner. Cant. 3.6. Who is this that cometh out of the wilderness like pillars of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all the powders of the merchants? i. e.
Now though every ordinary Christians body do not yield such a miraculous odour, yet you may read as much in Effect of a most gracious perfume, with which the precious Souls of all Christ believing members, (his mystical Spouse) do send forth in a most sweet and pleasant manner. Cant 3.6. Who is this that comes out of the Wilderness like pillars of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all the powders of the merchant's? i. e.
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As 'tis the nature and property of grace and goodness, to be diffusive and communicative of it self ▪ so would every true believer impart Christ to his friends and neighbours,
As it's the nature and property of grace and Goodness, to be diffusive and communicative of it self ▪ so would every true believer impart christ to his Friends and neighbours,
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or locking it up in a cabinet, but be much in commending him to others; 'tis their delight to be speaking of the beauties, excellencies and perfections of their beloved:
or locking it up in a cabinet, but be much in commending him to Others; it's their delight to be speaking of the beauty's, excellencies and perfections of their Beloved:
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as the Spouse whose whole language is all love, and her heart is so full, that her lips overflow with the mention of the Excellencies of Christ, My beloved is white and ruddy, the chiefest of ten thousand, &c. This is my friend,
as the Spouse whose Whole language is all love, and her heart is so full, that her lips overflow with the mention of the Excellencies of christ, My Beloved is white and ruddy, the chiefest of ten thousand, etc. This is my friend,
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and this is my beloved, O ye daughters of Ierusalem, Cant 5.19. The Samaritan woman, no sooner had Christ discovered himself in plain terms to her, saying, I that speak unto thee am he ; that is the Messias:
and this is my Beloved, Oh you daughters of Ierusalem, Cant 5.19. The Samaritan woman, no sooner had christ discovered himself in plain terms to her, saying, I that speak unto thee am he; that is the Messias:
but the first thing that we hear of her, ver. 28. she leaves her water-pot, and water, for which she came, she neglects her civil business, forgets her natural wants,
but the First thing that we hear of her, ver. 28. she leaves her waterpot, and water, for which she Come, she neglects her civil business, forgets her natural Wants,
and runs into the City and calls the people of the place, Come and see a man that told me all things that ever I did, is not this the Christ? Such is the excellency of heavenly treasures, (ever most diffusive of themselves) if one find them, there is no rest until he communicate the same to others:
and runs into the city and calls the people of the place, Come and see a man that told me all things that ever I did, is not this the christ? Such is the excellency of heavenly treasures, (ever most diffusive of themselves) if one find them, there is no rest until he communicate the same to Others:
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If one find any secular treasure, he will carefully conceal it, because the more communicate therein, the less must every sharer have, (as the three men travelling towards Ierusalem, &c. ) But the more by thee are brought to Christ, the more thou hast of his Divine riches;
If one find any secular treasure, he will carefully conceal it, Because the more communicate therein, the less must every sharer have, (as the three men traveling towards Ierusalem, etc.) But the more by thee Are brought to christ, the more thou hast of his Divine riches;
she saith not, go out and see a man, but come and see ; the seed of this knowledg cannot lye dead in the heart, Psal. 116.10. I believed, therefore have I spoken.
she Says not, go out and see a man, but come and see; the seed of this knowledge cannot lie dead in the heart, Psalm 116.10. I believed, Therefore have I spoken.
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So Iohn, Andrew and Philip, how ready to tell others of Christ, Ioh. 1.29, 41, 45 ▪ Paul being one enlightned himself, with the saving knowledg of Christ, had great heaviness and continual sorrow in his heart,
So John, Andrew and Philip, how ready to tell Others of christ, John 1.29, 41, 45 ▪ Paul being one enlightened himself, with the Saving knowledge of christ, had great heaviness and continual sorrow in his heart,
O come and hear, I will declare what God hath done for my soul, Psal. 66.16. 2. What shall we do to make Christ our own? this appropriation and application of the gift of God, is a very great thing:
Oh come and hear, I will declare what God hath done for my soul, Psalm 66.16. 2. What shall we do to make christ our own? this appropriation and application of the gift of God, is a very great thing:
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what can be so desirable as this, what so worthy of your study and endeavours as to have Christ with all his benefits? O that you would be perswaded with greatest diligence and faithfulness to seek this priviledg!
what can be so desirable as this, what so worthy of your study and endeavours as to have christ with all his benefits? O that you would be persuaded with greatest diligence and faithfulness to seek this privilege!
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and of the disability in himself, and all other creatures to recover him out of his lost condition, not only assents to the truth of the promise of the Gospel,
and of the disability in himself, and all other creatures to recover him out of his lost condition, not only assents to the truth of the promise of the Gospel,
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I'm sure the Scripture makes this to be our accepting of Christ, 1 Ioh. 3.16. God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believed on him might not perish, &c. 1 Joh. 1.12.
I'm sure the Scripture makes this to be our accepting of christ, 1 John 3.16. God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believed on him might not perish, etc. 1 John 1.12.
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Be sincere and sound believers, flatter not your selves with an idle inoperative faith; have such a faith as purifies the heart, works by love, overcomes the world;
Be sincere and found believers, flatter not your selves with an idle inoperative faith; have such a faith as Purifies the heart, works by love, overcomes the world;
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You must cast your selves upon his alone merits, renouncing every thing in your selves; holding forth the two hands of faith, with the one to lay hold on Christ,
You must cast your selves upon his alone merits, renouncing every thing in your selves; holding forth the two hands of faith, with the one to lay hold on christ,
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though thou have no promise to urge God with, yet put him in remembrance, how he hath said in •cripture, that he hath no pleasure in the death of the wicked,
though thou have no promise to urge God with, yet put him in remembrance, how he hath said in •cripture, that he hath no pleasure in the death of the wicked,
3 That you may the better do thus, and be inabled to believe and pray, attend diligently the Word and Ordinances, which are the ordinary means to convey this gift to the Children of men.
3 That you may the better do thus, and be enabled to believe and pray, attend diligently the Word and Ordinances, which Are the ordinary means to convey this gift to the Children of men.
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If you want me, and would know where to find me, study both the Law and Gospel, that is the School-master to shew you the need of him, to shake the Soul out of security,
If you want me, and would know where to find me, study both the Law and Gospel, that is the Schoolmaster to show you the need of him, to shake the Soul out of security,
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And this is that whereby he offers himself to you expresly, calls and invites you to him, Come to me poor weary sinners, &c. He is vailed in the Law, revealed in the Gospel;
And this is that whereby he offers himself to you expressly, calls and invites you to him, Come to me poor weary Sinners, etc. He is veiled in the Law, revealed in the Gospel;
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for why should I be as one that turneth aside by the flocks of thy companions? Christ presently and lovingly answers, If thou know not (O thou fairest among women) go thy way forth ( q. d. up and rise,
for why should I be as one that turns aside by the flocks of thy Sodales? christ presently and lovingly answers, If thou know not (Oh thou Fairest among women) go thy Way forth (q. worser. up and rise,
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thus the Apostle did, Phil. 3.7, 8, 9, 10, quit all interest in your selves, all dependance on the creature, break your league with sin, renounce your own righteousness, account all things dung and loss that you may gain Christ;
thus the Apostle did, Philip 3.7, 8, 9, 10, quit all Interest in your selves, all dependence on the creature, break your league with since, renounce your own righteousness, account all things dung and loss that you may gain christ;
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Sin, and the flesh, and your own righteousness, is that self that must be denied. 1. You must deny and relinquish the world, and all carnal relations;
since, and the Flesh, and your own righteousness, is that self that must be denied. 1. You must deny and relinquish the world, and all carnal relations;
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What will it profit a man, if he gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? If the heart be divided between Christ and the world, there will be always a disproportion, the world will have most, and Christ least.
What will it profit a man, if he gain the Whole world, and loose his own soul? If the heart be divided between christ and the world, there will be always a disproportion, the world will have most, and christ least.
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yet my Soul and Christ are dearer to me than all. Psal. 45.10, Forget thy own people, and thy fathers house, &c. 2. Sin must be denied and forsaken:
yet my Soul and christ Are Dearer to me than all. Psalm 45.10, Forget thy own people, and thy Father's house, etc. 2. since must be denied and forsaken:
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Depart from all iniquity, Jesus Christ and one allowed lust cannot lodge together in the same Soul. He that prefers any lust before Christ, deserves to go without him;
Depart from all iniquity, jesus christ and one allowed lust cannot lodge together in the same Soul. He that prefers any lust before christ, deserves to go without him;
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so a poor Soul, broken with the insupportable burden of his sin, wrath of God, curse of the Law, will be willing, with a witness, to cast it self into the opened arms,
so a poor Soul, broken with the insupportable burden of his since, wrath of God, curse of the Law, will be willing, with a witness, to cast it self into the opened arms,
your life may be gone, and then actum est — or means removed, or judicial hardness inflicted, according to that dreadful threat, Matt. 13.14, Hearing, ye shall hear,
your life may be gone, and then Acts est — or means removed, or judicial hardness inflicted, according to that dreadful threat, Matt. 13.14, Hearing, you shall hear,
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God forbids his people to feed on those twilight birds, the Bats, signifying prolongers of repentance, who think to flutter confusedly about Christ in the evening of their withered years,
God forbids his people to feed on those twilight Birds, the Bats, signifying prolongers of Repentance, who think to flutter confusedly about christ in the evening of their withered Years,
and that in the words of the Apostle, See that ye refuse not him that speaks from heav•n, Heb. 12.25, yea that came down from Heaven to seek and save your lost souls.
and that in the words of the Apostle, See that you refuse not him that speaks from heav•n, Hebrew 12.25, yea that Come down from Heaven to seek and save your lost Souls.
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and make light of his invitations, and receive the Grace of God in vain, it had been better for you, that you had never been born, or never heard the Gospel.
and make Light of his invitations, and receive the Grace of God in vain, it had been better for you, that you had never been born, or never herd the Gospel.
If you still refuse this gift, and reject this counsel, remaining under unbelief, it doth exceedingly aggravate your sin and judgment, it makes your sin above measure sinful;
If you still refuse this gift, and reject this counsel, remaining under unbelief, it does exceedingly aggravate your since and judgement, it makes your since above measure sinful;
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your sin is inexcusable, your condemnation unavoidable; and your punishment will be intollerable. Consider what you do, and be wise before it be too late;
your since is inexcusable, your condemnation unavoidable; and your punishment will be intolerable. Consider what you do, and be wise before it be too late;
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'Tis a great dishonour to God, that vile sinful dust and ashes, will not accept of his gracious offer of his Son. If a King should come to a Prisoner condemned by the Law to death,
It's a great dishonour to God, that vile sinful dust and Ashes, will not accept of his gracious offer of his Son. If a King should come to a Prisoner condemned by the Law to death,
Abraham on the contrary, was strong in faith, giving glory to God, being fully perswaded, that what he had promised, he was able to perform, Rom. 4.20. His Wisdom;
Abraham on the contrary, was strong in faith, giving glory to God, being Fully persuaded, that what he had promised, he was able to perform, Rom. 4.20. His Wisdom;
It's a rejecting the counsel of Heaven, and contemning that unconceivable depth of wisdom, that contrived a way for Mercy and Justice to meet, that his Glory might be advanced,
It's a rejecting the counsel of Heaven, and contemning that unconceivable depth of Wisdom, that contrived a Way for Mercy and justice to meet, that his Glory might be advanced,
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but especially this is a great injury to God, because he stands more upon his word than upon any other part of his name, Psal. 138.2. He hath magnified his word above all his name.
but especially this is a great injury to God, Because he Stands more upon his word than upon any other part of his name, Psalm 138.2. He hath magnified his word above all his name.
Be ye astonished O ye heavens, for my people have committed two evils, (ah these two are thousands and millions) they have forsaken me the fountain of living waters, &c. Is it not the voice of Christ in the Gospel, Who will have me? Who will receive me? and is it not the Gospel-quarrel, Ye will not come to me that ye may have life, Joh. 5.40.
Be you astonished Oh you heavens, for my people have committed two evils, (ah these two Are thousands and millions) they have forsaken me the fountain of living waters, etc. Is it not the voice of christ in the Gospel, Who will have me? Who will receive me? and is it not the Gospel quarrel, You will not come to me that you may have life, John 5.40.
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The sum of the Scripture is the Gospel, for that is the power of God for the salvation of them that believe, Rom. 1.16. and the sum of the Gospel is Christ.
The sum of the Scripture is the Gospel, for that is the power of God for the salvation of them that believe, Rom. 1.16. and the sum of the Gospel is christ.
and what is the shadow? And not only so, but even all the men of note, Noah, Isaac, Ioseph, Moses, Aaron, Ioshua, Sampson, David, Solomon, Kings, Priests, Prophets, Titles of Dignity, Names of Honour,
and what is the shadow? And not only so, but even all the men of note, Noah, Isaac, Ioseph, Moses, Aaron, Ioshua, Sampson, David, Solomon, Kings, Priests, prophets, Titles of Dignity, Names of Honour,
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or whatever else was ascribed to them, to express their Dignity and Soveraignty, they were only used •o express those transcendent Excellencies which these personal Types did adumbrate,
or whatever Else was ascribed to them, to express their Dignity and Sovereignty, they were only used •o express those transcendent Excellencies which these personal Types did adumbrate,
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Is there any thing praiseworthy and excellent (even in our estimation) which we may not find Christ comprehend the same eminently in himself as the vertue and perfection of the effect is in the cause.
Is there any thing praiseworthy and excellent (even in our estimation) which we may not find christ comprehend the same eminently in himself as the virtue and perfection of the Effect is in the cause.
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When man was at first created, he was created with honour and glory, Psal. 8.5. but Christ is better than man in his primitive purity and original splendour, not men only but Angels also worship him, Heb. 1.6. Philip. 2.9. God hath highly exalted him ;
When man was At First created, he was created with honour and glory, Psalm 8.5. but christ is better than man in his primitive purity and original splendour, not men only but Angels also worship him, Hebrew 1.6. Philip. 2.9. God hath highly exalted him;
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he saith not NONLATINALPHABET, God hath highted him, but hath NONLATINALPHABET, over-highted or super-exalted him, and hath given him NONLATINALPHABET, a name above all names, that is real honour above all names, all expressions,
he Says not, God hath highted him, but hath, over-highted or super-exalted him, and hath given him, a name above all names, that is real honour above all names, all expressions,
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Now herein doth the excellency of Christ chiefly appear, for he was filled with wisdom, Luk. 2.40. In him were hid treasures of wisdom, Col. 2.3. He is the Wisdom of God, and saith, Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom, I am understanding. In a word;
Now herein does the excellency of christ chiefly appear, for he was filled with Wisdom, Luk. 2.40. In him were hid treasures of Wisdom, Col. 2.3. He is the Wisdom of God, and Says, Counsel is mine, and found Wisdom, I am understanding. In a word;
for that makes a man excellent, Psal. 16.2, The righteous is more excellent, more honourable than his neighbour, Prov. 12.26. and procures a name better than of sons and daughters, even an everlasting name that cannot be cut off, Isa. 56.5.
for that makes a man excellent, Psalm 16.2, The righteous is more excellent, more honourable than his neighbour, Curae 12.26. and procures a name better than of Sons and daughters, even an everlasting name that cannot be Cut off, Isaiah 56.5.
But the grace of any Christian, is but as the drop to the Ocean, in regard of the grace of Christ, who is full of grace and truth, Iohn 1.14. Grace is poured into his lips, Psal. 45.2. yea such uncreated grace hath no one.
But the grace of any Christian, is but as the drop to the Ocean, in regard of the grace of christ, who is full of grace and truth, John 1.14. Grace is poured into his lips, Psalm 45.2. yea such uncreated grace hath not one.
and infinitely more, All these are but streams that lead us to the fountain, but beams that guide our eyes to that Father of lights, to that Son of righteousness, God reconciled, God incarnate.
and infinitely more, All these Are but streams that led us to the fountain, but beams that guide our eyes to that Father of lights, to that Son of righteousness, God reconciled, God incarnate.
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'Tis reported of Apelles, that at his drawing of his rare pictures of Venus (among the Heathens stiled the Goddess of beauty ) that he assembled together the most beautiful Women of the Island of Coos, comprehending in that his own work, their divided perfections:
It's reported of Apelles, that At his drawing of his rare pictures of Venus (among the heathens styled the Goddess of beauty) that he assembled together the most beautiful Women of the Island of Coos, comprehending in that his own work, their divided perfections:
and persons, and beings, and shew that he is the chiefest of all chieftains, the choicest of all choice persons, in Heaven and Earth, God, Angels, and Men;
and Persons, and beings, and show that he is the chiefest of all chieftains, the Choicest of all choice Persons, in Heaven and Earth, God, Angels, and Men;
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of gods so called, he is the chiefest, nay he stands alone, he is the only true and wise God, 1 Tim. 1.17. Of Angels he is the chief, the Angel of the Lords substantial presence, Isa. 63.9. he is the Archangel, 1 Thes. 4.16. the Prince an• Head of those glorious spirits, Col. 2.10. the head of all principalities and powers:
of God's so called, he is the chiefest, nay he Stands alone, he is the only true and wise God, 1 Tim. 1.17. Of Angels he is the chief, the Angel of the lords substantial presence, Isaiah 63.9. he is the Archangel, 1 Thebes 4.16. the Prince an• Head of those glorious spirits, Col. 2.10. the head of all principalities and Powers:
Of men, he is the prince and choicest, the chiefest of ten thousand, the standard-bearer among the armies of Angels and men, the choice of the flock, the flower, the rose, the glory of all the children of men,
Of men, he is the Prince and Choicest, the chiefest of ten thousand, the Standard-bearer among the armies of Angels and men, the choice of the flock, the flower, the rose, the glory of all the children of men,
Among relations he is the chief, among shepherds, he is the chief shepherd of our souls, 1 Pet. 5.4. the good shepherd, Iohn 10.11. Among Sons, he is the first-begotten Son, Heb. 1.6. the first-born of every creature, Col. 1.15. the first-born among many brethren, Rom. 8 29. still he hath the preheminence.
Among relations he is the chief, among shepherd's, he is the chief shepherd of our Souls, 1 Pet. 5.4. the good shepherd, John 10.11. Among Sons, he is the Firstbegotten Son, Hebrew 1.6. the firstborn of every creature, Col. 1.15. the firstborn among many brothers, Rom. 8 29. still he hath the pre-eminence.
Now will any be so stupid as to gratifie his greatest adversary to his own unspeakable prejudice? Is it not horrible indignity to Christ, monstrous cruelty to the soul to refuse Christ, who hath done and suffered so much for him,
Now will any be so stupid as to gratify his greatest adversary to his own unspeakable prejudice? Is it not horrible indignity to christ, monstrous cruelty to the soul to refuse christ, who hath done and suffered so much for him,
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and yield to Satans malicious temptations? Satan is that strong man that hath power over all men in nature, he keeps his goods in peace in the palace of our hearts,
and yield to Satan malicious temptations? Satan is that strong man that hath power over all men in nature, he keeps his goods in peace in the palace of our hearts,
further his wicked designs, and establish his kingdom, yea enlarge his dominion, than by siding with him against Christ, who besiegeth the soul with Ordinances and Providences? for Satan knows well enough, that Christs rise will be his fall;
further his wicked designs, and establish his Kingdom, yea enlarge his dominion, than by siding with him against christ, who besiegeth the soul with Ordinances and Providences? for Satan knows well enough, that Christ rise will be his fallen;
that when Christ a stronger than he comes, he will overcome him, and take from him all his armour wherein he trusted, pull down his strong holds, divide the spoils,
that when christ a Stronger than he comes, he will overcome him, and take from him all his armour wherein he trusted, pull down his strong holds, divide the spoils,
Take all the sins that ever were committed against any of Gods just laws, and none is like to this, no greater sin can be laid to ones charge than to refuse wilfully,
Take all the Sins that ever were committed against any of God's just laws, and none is like to this, no greater since can be laid to ones charge than to refuse wilfully,
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and in judging your selves unworthy of everlasting life, when Jesus Christ this most precious gift is offered to you, by chusing rather to cleave to a lust,
and in judging your selves unworthy of everlasting life, when jesus christ this most precious gift is offered to you, by choosing rather to cleave to a lust,
The greatness of this sin appears in this, that it is most directly and diametrically opposite to the most fundamental Doctrine and command of the Gospel;
The greatness of this since appears in this, that it is most directly and diametrically opposite to the most fundamental Doctrine and command of the Gospel;
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When the Jaylor being sadly convinced, cryed out to the Apostles, Sirs, what shall I do to be saved? they answered him, Act. 16.31 ▪ Believe in the Lord Iesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved:
When the Jailor being sadly convinced, cried out to the Apostles, Sirs, what shall I do to be saved? they answered him, Act. 16.31 ▪ Believe in the Lord Iesus christ, and thou shalt be saved:
Not to believe, is accounted by God notorious disobedience, and horrid gain saying, Rom. 10. ult. In the Law, God strictly requires obedience to his just precepts, Do this and live ;
Not to believe, is accounted by God notorious disobedience, and horrid gain saying, Rom. 10. ult. In the Law, God strictly requires Obedience to his just Precepts, Do this and live;
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Since thou canst not fully obey my Law, nor satisfie my Justice, I'le give thee my Son, who shall do all for thee, through whose perfect obedience thy imperfections may be remitted and healed, only thou must believe in him;
Since thou Canst not Fully obey my Law, nor satisfy my justice, I'll give thee my Son, who shall do all for thee, through whose perfect Obedience thy imperfections may be remitted and healed, only thou must believe in him;
though thou canst not perform such perfect obedience as thou shouldest, yet if thou labour to do what thou canst, I'le help thee with strength from Heaven, bear with unallowed infirmities, &c. 'Tis a sin against light and much knowledg, a sin against love and special mercies, it binds all a mans other sins upon him, it puts and keeps him under the guilt of all his sins: Infidelitate manente maneat peccatum omne ;
though thou Canst not perform such perfect Obedience as thou Shouldst, yet if thou labour to do what thou Canst, I'll help thee with strength from Heaven, bear with unallowed infirmities, etc. It's a since against Light and much knowledge, a since against love and special Mercies, it binds all a men other Sins upon him, it puts and keeps him under the guilt of all his Sins: Infidelitate manente Maneat peccatum omne;
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Quis nisi mentis inops, &c. Heaven and earth may be astonished, Angels and all Creatures may justly stand amazed at this prodigious sottishness, and monstrous madness.
Quis nisi mentis Inops, etc. Heaven and earth may be astonished, Angels and all Creatures may justly stand amazed At this prodigious sottishness, and monstrous madness.
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Whatever your formalities be, how fair soever ye carry in the eye of the world, let your profession be never so plausible, 'tis Christ alone that can save you.
Whatever your formalities be, how fair soever you carry in the eye of the world, let your profession be never so plausible, it's christ alone that can save you.
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If you will accept of the Lord Jesus Christ, you are in the suburbs of Heaven, there is but a thin wall between you and the land of Praises, ye are within an hours sailing of the shore of the new Canaan ;
If you will accept of the Lord jesus christ, you Are in the suburbs of Heaven, there is but a thin wall between you and the land of Praises, you Are within an hours sailing of the shore of the new Canaan;
and the wrath of God abides on them, Ioh. 3.36. We are all lost in Adam, and if it be the office of Christ to save them that are lost, they do worthily abide in death who refuse him and his Salvation.
and the wrath of God abides on them, John 3.36. We Are all lost in Adam, and if it be the office of christ to save them that Are lost, they do worthily abide in death who refuse him and his Salvation.
but this you may be assured of, that if you live and die without Christ, your portion will be in utter and everlasting darkness, 2 Thes. 2.12. That they all might be damned that believed not the truth, &c. Iesus Christ will be revealed from heaven with his mighty Angels, 2 Thes. 1.7, 8, 9. and take your lot with them, Rev. 21.8. The unbelieving shall have their portion in the lake of fire and brimstone, the very worst place in Hell, Luke 12.48. To say nothing of Temporal Judgments, answer me this question, Isa. 33.14.
but this you may be assured of, that if you live and die without christ, your portion will be in utter and everlasting darkness, 2 Thebes 2.12. That they all might be damned that believed not the truth, etc. Iesus christ will be revealed from heaven with his mighty Angels, 2 Thebes 1.7, 8, 9. and take your lot with them, Rev. 21.8. The unbelieving shall have their portion in the lake of fire and brimstone, the very worst place in Hell, Lycia 12.48. To say nothing of Temporal Judgments, answer me this question, Isaiah 33.14.
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how glad would he have been after all his studies, prayers, and pains, if he could have perswaded me cordially to accept Christ, he would have thought himself well recompenced for all his labours, he would have laid his hands under my feet,
how glad would he have been After all his studies, Prayers, and pains, if he could have persuaded me cordially to accept christ, he would have Thought himself well recompensed for all his labours, he would have laid his hands under my feet,
If you go on with your refusal of Christ, you may expect that the hellish gnawing of conscience for this one sin, will hold scales with all the united horrour of all the rest;
If you go on with your refusal of christ, you may expect that the hellish gnawing of conscience for this one since, will hold scales with all the united horror of all the rest;
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we could then see no beauty in him, nor comeliness wherefore we should desire him; but now how fair and glorious is he, whom we see upon the white Throne!
we could then see no beauty in him, nor comeliness Wherefore we should desire him; but now how fair and glorious is he, whom we see upon the white Throne!
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how doth he shine with incomparable splendor, above the brightness of ten thousand Suns? What wrong have we done our own souls, that we have deprived of so beautiful and delightful an object,
how does he shine with incomparable splendour, above the brightness of ten thousand Suns? What wrong have we done our own Souls, that we have deprived of so beautiful and delightful an Object,
as this most sweet and glorious Saviour? If now we had time and leave to make our choice, we would prefer the enjoyment of him, (whom we once contemned) before ten thousand worlds.
as this most sweet and glorious Saviour? If now we had time and leave to make our choice, we would prefer the enjoyment of him, (whom we once contemned) before ten thousand world's.
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We that accounted such an one a precise fool, for his care to receive and improve this gift of God, shall groan out this sad complaint, in the anguish of our spirits:
We that accounted such an one a precise fool, for his care to receive and improve this gift of God, shall groan out this sad complaint, in the anguish of our spirits:
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yet then neglecting so great Salvation, must now be crying out therefore against himself, as the most raging Bedlam that ever breath'd, lye down in unquenchable flames, without remedy, ease or end.
yet then neglecting so great Salvation, must now be crying out Therefore against himself, as the most raging Bedlam that ever breathed, lie down in unquenchable flames, without remedy, ease or end.
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Whereas all those that now accept of Christ, shall while they live, when they die, and for ever cry out with the Apostle, 2 Cor. 9.15. Thanks be to God for his unspeakable gift.
Whereas all those that now accept of christ, shall while they live, when they die, and for ever cry out with the Apostle, 2 Cor. 9.15. Thanks be to God for his unspeakable gift.
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Buy the truth but sell it not, Prov. 23.23. Remember how thou hast received, and hold fast, Rev. 3.3. This was the exemplary wisdom and care of the Church, Cant. 3.4.
Buy the truth but fell it not, Curae 23.23. remember how thou hast received, and hold fast, Rev. 3.3. This was the exemplary Wisdom and care of the Church, Cant 3.4.
for as he is said (when pleased, to gratifie his people with his grace and assistance, strength and deliverance) to come out of heaven his dwelling place, Isa 26. ult. and 64.1.
for as he is said (when pleased, to gratify his people with his grace and assistance, strength and deliverance) to come out of heaven his Dwelling place, Isaiah 26. ult. and 64.1.
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but believe that he is near to them, but behind the Wall, Cant. 2.8, 9. He is kept off from the soul by the wall of sense and carnal reason, that the soul may improve his faith in looking over this wall,
but believe that he is near to them, but behind the Wall, Cant 2.8, 9. He is kept off from the soul by the wall of sense and carnal reason, that the soul may improve his faith in looking over this wall,
we have need sometimes to be taught the worth of mercies by the want of them (post frigora dulcior ignis) when we know what it is to want his presence, we learn to esteem it. ( Post tempestatem dulcior securitas ) How sweet is a calm after a storm!
we have need sometime to be taught the worth of Mercies by the want of them (post frigora dulcior ignis) when we know what it is to want his presence, we Learn to esteem it. (Post tempestatem dulcior securitas) How sweet is a Cam After a storm!
and happy is every one that retaineth her ; speaking of wisdom, under which notion Christ is commended to us. So Prov. 4.13. Take fast hold of instruction, let her not go, keep her, for she is thy life.
and happy is every one that retaineth her; speaking of Wisdom, under which notion christ is commended to us. So Curae 4.13. Take fast hold of instruction, let her not go, keep her, for she is thy life.
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Will ye also forsake me, said he to his Apostles? Peter answered for himself and the rest, Lord, whither shall we go, thou hast the words of eternal life, Joh. 6.68.
Will you also forsake me, said he to his Apostles? Peter answered for himself and the rest, Lord, whither shall we go, thou hast the words of Eternal life, John 6.68.
3. He is thy rock and refuge, all thy safety is in him, the Lord is a sun and a shield, Psal. 84. and wilt thou in the open field in the midst of thy mortal enemies, strip thy self of thy best armour,
3. He is thy rock and refuge, all thy safety is in him, the Lord is a sun and a shield, Psalm 84. and wilt thou in the open field in the midst of thy Mortal enemies, strip thy self of thy best armour,
enter into this Rock, and hide thy self in the clefts of this Rock, he will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on him, because he trusteth in him;
enter into this Rock, and hide thy self in the clefts of this Rock, he will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on him, Because he Trusteth in him;
Christ is the strength of his heart, and his portion for ever, Psal. 73.25 and therefore he should say with the Psalmist, Whom have I in heaven but thee, &c. Will you that have such great work to do,
christ is the strength of his heart, and his portion for ever, Psalm 73.25 and Therefore he should say with the Psalmist, Whom have I in heaven but thee, etc. Will you that have such great work to do,
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When a mans glory is gone, what remains? he hath nothing but what he is ashamed of. Prov. 4.7, 8, 9, Wisdom is the principal thing, therefore get wisdom;
When a men glory is gone, what remains? he hath nothing but what he is ashamed of. Curae 4.7, 8, 9, Wisdom is the principal thing, Therefore get Wisdom;
he is our garment, not only for ornament but use, Rom. 13. ult. Put on the Lord Jesus Christ, Isa. 61.10, he is a garment of salvation, and robe of righteousness.
he is our garment, not only for ornament but use, Rom. 13. ult. Put on the Lord jesus christ, Isaiah 61.10, he is a garment of salvation, and robe of righteousness.
If you could imagine a Believer broken off from Christ, and drawing no nourishment from him for one moment, what a withering dying person would he be? O Si•s, the life, strength, fruitfulness,
If you could imagine a Believer broken off from christ, and drawing no nourishment from him for one moment, what a withering dying person would he be? O Si•s, the life, strength, fruitfulness,
What a cold frozen world would it be were it not for the Sun? what a cold season does its further distance from us cause in our Horizon? but the nearer the Sun is to us, the greater the heat, as in Summer:
What a cold frozen world would it be were it not for the Sun? what a cold season does its further distance from us cause in our Horizon? but the nearer the Sun is to us, the greater the heat, as in Summer:
so the Church accounted him, Lam. 3.24, The Lord is my portion saith my soul: not only her tongue, but her very heart takes him and speaks him her heritage;
so the Church accounted him, Lam. 3.24, The Lord is my portion Says my soul: not only her tongue, but her very heart Takes him and speaks him her heritage;
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Happy is every one that retaineth him, Prov. 3.18. O ter { que } quater { que } beati, &c. Infinitely and for ever blessed, that receive and retain Jesus Christ, Prov. 8. ult. Prov. 3.3. Happy is the man that findeth wisdom;
Happy is every one that retaineth him, Curae 3.18. Oh ter { que } quater { que } Beati, etc. Infinitely and for ever blessed, that receive and retain jesus christ, Curae 8. ult. Curae 3.3. Happy is the man that finds Wisdom;
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Must Christ be in the head, when Sin and Satan is in the heart? If Christ have no room in thee but the head, he is indeed no where. 2. In our Mouths;
Must christ be in the head, when since and Satan is in the heart? If christ have no room in thee but the head, he is indeed no where. 2. In our Mouths;
Which place according to the consent of best Expositors, is to be understood, either of the Church of God, in her publick Congregations, which is the Mother of us all;
Which place according to the consent of best Expositors, is to be understood, either of the Church of God, in her public Congregations, which is the Mother of us all;
or else of the sanctified Heart and Conscience, which is the dwelling-place of Christ, of which he hath said, Here will I rest, and I will dwell in the heart of the contrite, Isa. 57.15, and there we should lay him up by Faith:
or Else of the sanctified Heart and Conscience, which is the dwelling-place of christ, of which he hath said, Here will I rest, and I will dwell in the heart of the contrite, Isaiah 57.15, and there we should lay him up by Faith:
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If the head be for the world, yet let Christ have the heart. 5. Keep him, not only by way of a holy and perpetual recordation of him in our minds and hearts;
If the head be for the world, yet let christ have the heart. 5. Keep him, not only by Way of a holy and perpetual recordation of him in our minds and hearts;
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but also by a constant and continued care, and unwearied diligence, to preserve and injoy the comfortableness and feeling of his gracious presence in your own Souls;
but also by a constant and continued care, and unwearied diligence, to preserve and enjoy the comfortableness and feeling of his gracious presence in your own Souls;
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Solomoni ergo (vel Christo) lectulum facimus (saith Gregory ) cum a mundi solicitudinibus omnino cessamus, dum in solo deciderio Christi libenter pausamus, ei { que } ut nobiscum pauset, cor ab omni terrena cupiditate mundamus.
Solomoni ergo (vel Christ) lectulum facimus (Says Gregory) cum a mundi solicitudinibus Omnino cessamus, dum in solo deciderio Christ Libenter pausamus, ei { que } ut nobiscum pauset, cor ab omni Terrena cupiditate mundamus.
Go to them that want Christs gracious presence, consult their experiences, and they will tell you, that their worldly affairs have so distracted their thoughts, that Christ is not there;
Go to them that want Christ gracious presence, consult their experiences, and they will tell you, that their worldly affairs have so distracted their thoughts, that christ is not there;
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dayly increase sweet acquaintance, and humble familiarity with Christ. 1. Be willing to be much with Christ in Prayer, talking and conferring with him,
daily increase sweet acquaintance, and humble familiarity with christ. 1. Be willing to be much with christ in Prayer, talking and conferring with him,
for thou saidst, Let my beloved come into his garden, (Cant. 4.16.) and now lo here I am, to answer the longing expectation of thy blessed Soul, which doth even pant and thirst after me, who am the health of thy countenance, and thy God, Psal. 42.11. My company thou dost affect, I see 'tis most sweet and pleasant to thee, and my company thou shalt have, here I am to be with thee as thou didst pray and desire;
for thou Said, Let my Beloved come into his garden, (Cant 4.16.) and now lo Here I am, to answer the longing expectation of thy blessed Soul, which does even pant and thirst After me, who am the health of thy countenance, and thy God, Psalm 42.11. My company thou dost affect, I see it's most sweet and pleasant to thee, and my company thou shalt have, Here I am to be with thee as thou didst pray and desire;
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I come to eat thy pleasant fruits, and bring with me the inexpressible comforts of my Spirit, do thou eat and drink; Yea, drink abundantly, O beloved.
I come to eat thy pleasant fruits, and bring with me the inexpressible comforts of my Spirit, do thou eat and drink; Yea, drink abundantly, Oh Beloved.
the word of the Lord contains nothing but the word, which is the Lord. Austin. How vainly do men look for immediate inspirations, when ordinary means is afforded;
the word of the Lord contains nothing but the word, which is the Lord. Austin. How vainly do men look for immediate inspirations, when ordinary means is afforded;
3. Be willing to be with him in the Communion of Saints, Who are a garden inclosed, Cant. 4.12. in which Christ doth shew himself most graciously by their savoury speeches, and holy conversations, emblematizing and representing in a proportionable degree that most admirable ravishing fairness and pleasantness that is in Christ himself!
3. Be willing to be with him in the Communion of Saints, Who Are a garden enclosed, Cant 4.12. in which christ does show himself most graciously by their savoury Speeches, and holy conversations, emblematizing and representing in a proportionable degree that most admirable ravishing fairness and pleasantness that is in christ himself!
let these then be the excellent ones of the earth, in whom is all your delight, Psal. 16.3. Attend his Ordinances, which are the conduits to convey Christ to us;
let these then be the excellent ones of the earth, in whom is all your delight, Psalm 16.3. Attend his Ordinances, which Are the conduits to convey christ to us;
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and motions of his Spirit, what inexcusable obstinate madness is it to drive him away? Is any thing so worthy to be harboured there as he? and is it not an imcomparable honour that he should vouchsafe to come under our roof? She aggravates her fault because of his importunity.
and motions of his Spirit, what inexcusable obstinate madness is it to drive him away? Is any thing so worthy to be Harboured there as he? and is it not an imcomparable honour that he should vouchsafe to come under our roof? She aggravates her fault Because of his importunity.
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how shall I put it on? What absurd and sluggish inconveniences does she plead? making that her apology which should be her shame, in casting off those garments of holiness,
how shall I put it on? What absurd and sluggish inconveniences does she plead? making that her apology which should be her shame, in casting off those garments of holiness,
And the other is like unto it, I have washed my feet how shall I defile them? This is spoken after the manner of those hot Countries where they used to wash constantly before they composed themselves to a setled rest,
And the other is like unto it, I have washed my feet how shall I defile them? This is spoken After the manner of those hight Countries where they used to wash constantly before they composed themselves to a settled rest,
A Christian should endure more for Christ than a little cold, or unseasonable diligence. One spark of Hell will burn up all these cloaks and fair pretences.
A Christian should endure more for christ than a little cold, or unseasonable diligence. One spark of Hell will burn up all these cloaks and fair pretences.
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In the fourth verse Christ proceeds further, since knocking would not serve, outward means and moral arguments will not prevail, he works inwardly and effectually, by the powerful visitations and motions of the Spirit, which is called the finger, Mat. 12.28. compar'd with Luk. 11.20.
In the fourth verse christ proceeds further, since knocking would not serve, outward means and moral Arguments will not prevail, he works inwardly and effectually, by the powerful visitations and motions of the Spirit, which is called the finger, Mathew 12.28. compared with Luk. 11.20.
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Take heed therefore of all Opinions that are opposite and destructive to the truths of Christ, he will not lodg where his truth is thrust out by errours.
Take heed Therefore of all Opinions that Are opposite and destructive to the truths of christ, he will not lodge where his truth is thrust out by errors.
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What was it that brought ruin to the ancient Churches of Greece, but this? they gave way to fond opinions, some to Iewish fables, some to the Doctrine o• Balaam, and of Devils ▪ and of the Nicholaitans, as you read in the second or third Chapter of Revelation, and Ecclesiastical History.
What was it that brought ruin to the ancient Churches of Greece, but this? they gave Way to found opinions, Some to Jewish fables, Some to the Doctrine o• balaam, and of Devils ▪ and of the Nicolaitans, as you read in the second or third Chapter of Revelation, and Ecclesiastical History.
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If you hearken to Satan and Seducers, this will be a little one, and that shall be a little one, till you have little'd away all the principles of faith.
If you harken to Satan and Seducers, this will be a little one, and that shall be a little one, till you have littleed away all the principles of faith.
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If damnable errours be the ground of their Catechisms, and their opinions be heretical, they cannot keep Christ amongst them, receive and retain his faithful Ministers and Embassadors:
If damnable errors be the ground of their Catechisms, and their opinions be heretical, they cannot keep christ among them, receive and retain his faithful Ministers and ambassadors:
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He that receiveth them receiveth me, and he that despiseth them despiseth me, saith Christ, Mat. 10.40 Luk. 10.16. Will Christ stay where his servants are despised and contemned? no, the Kingdom of Heaven shall be taken from such, Mat. 22.43. he takes it as done to himself, Mat. 25.40. 5. Be humble and fruitful, these may well be joined together;
He that receives them receives me, and he that despises them despises me, Says christ, Mathew 10.40 Luk. 10.16. Will christ stay where his Servants Are despised and contemned? no, the Kingdom of Heaven shall be taken from such, Mathew 22.43. he Takes it as done to himself, Mathew 25.40. 5. Be humble and fruitful, these may well be joined together;
Barrenness under Ordinances provokes him to leave men, as the barren fig-tree, Luk. 13 ▪ 6, 7, 8, 9. If it will not bear fruit after it hath been dressed and watered, Christ gives over to plead for its standing, and removes his presence from it.
barrenness under Ordinances provokes him to leave men, as the barren Fig tree, Luk. 13 ▪ 6, 7, 8, 9. If it will not bear fruit After it hath been dressed and watered, christ gives over to plead for its standing, and removes his presence from it.
He delights to walk in a fruitful garden, Cant. 4. ult. Awake O Northwind, and come thou South, blow upon my garden, that the spices thereof may flow forth.
He delights to walk in a fruitful garden, Cant 4. ult. Awake Oh Northwind, and come thou South, blow upon my garden, that the spices thereof may flow forth.
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and makes the Believer a prey to every Philistine. Sin is that which separates between us and our God, the great make-bait between heaven and earth, Isa. 59.2.
and makes the Believer a prey to every Philistine. since is that which separates between us and our God, the great make-bait between heaven and earth, Isaiah 59.2.
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Sin is that which will soon grieve away the holy Spirit by which you are sealed to the day of Redemption, Ephes. 4.30 O do not sin willingly and knowingly against God,
since is that which will soon grieve away the holy Spirit by which you Are sealed to the day of Redemption, Ephesians 4.30 O do not sin willingly and knowingly against God,
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and do not abate in your constant and fervent performance of duty, for these things strike at the union betwixt Christ and you, at the untying of the knot which God hath made so fast;
and do not abate in your constant and fervent performance of duty, for these things strike At the Union betwixt christ and you, At the untying of the knot which God hath made so fast;
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but they must live by the faith which they have, Gal. 2.20. i. e. They must by faith draw continual supplys of Grace, comfort and strength from Christ.
but they must live by the faith which they have, Gal. 2.20. i. e. They must by faith draw continual supplies of Grace, Comfort and strength from christ.
Heaven is an excellent thing because publick, for 'tis observed, there is nothing in heaven, (that is the seat and element of happiness) but it is common to all, of publick use and enjoyment.
Heaven is an excellent thing Because public, for it's observed, there is nothing in heaven, (that is the seat and element of happiness) but it is Common to all, of public use and enjoyment.
All his offices and benefits are for thy use most properly, he is made, ordained, appointed and fitted unto us of God, Wisdom, righteousness, sanctification and redemption, 1 Cor. 1.30.
All his Offices and benefits Are for thy use most properly, he is made, ordained, appointed and fitted unto us of God, Wisdom, righteousness, sanctification and redemption, 1 Cor. 1.30.
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Is not a Redeemer of use for captives, a Saviour for sinners, a Priest for offenders, a Prophet for the ignorant, a King to deliver such as are in bondage,
Is not a Redeemer of use for captives, a Saviour for Sinners, a Priest for offenders, a Prophet for the ignorant, a King to deliver such as Are in bondage,
and to conquer and subdue oppressors? What is a Physician for, but for sick persons? Look on Christ in all his undertakings from first to last, he is for use:
and to conquer and subdue Oppressors's? What is a physician for, but for sick Persons? Look on christ in all his undertakings from First to last, he is for use:
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and have it more abundantly, Ioh. 10.10. He died that by his death he might reconcile us to God, when we were enemies, Rom. 5.10. His blood was ▪ spilt to justifie us, Rom. 5.9. He was delivered for our offences, Rom. 4.25. He paid a ransome for us, and made satisfaction to divine justice in our nature and stead.
and have it more abundantly, John 10.10. He died that by his death he might reconcile us to God, when we were enemies, Rom. 5.10. His blood was ▪ spilled to justify us, Rom. 5.9. He was Delivered for our offences, Rom. 4.25. He paid a ransom for us, and made satisfaction to divine Justice in our nature and stead.
He gave himself for his Church, (Ephes. 5.25, 26.) that he might sanctifie and cleanse it with the washing of water, by his word, that he might present it to himself a glorious Church, not having spot or wrinkle, that it might be holy and without blemish.
He gave himself for his Church, (Ephesians 5.25, 26.) that he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water, by his word, that he might present it to himself a glorious Church, not having spot or wrinkle, that it might be holy and without blemish.
and shall all this be in vain? did Christ die as a fool dieth? 3. Wherefore did he rise again from the dead? (was it not for our use and benefit?) Rom. 4.25. He rose again for our justification ;
and shall all this be in vain? did christ die as a fool Dieth? 3. Wherefore did he rise again from the dead? (was it not for our use and benefit?) Rom. 4.25. He rose again for our justification;
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and shall not we make use of Christs Resurrection to confirm our faith, that God is satisfied for us? He rose again that he might quicken us to a new life,
and shall not we make use of Christ Resurrection to confirm our faith, that God is satisfied for us? He rose again that he might quicken us to a new life,
and shall such a Redemption be refused? Or actively, that he might captivate the world, flesh, devil, death and hell, which in several kinds had captivated mankind,
and shall such a Redemption be refused? Or actively, that he might captivate the world, Flesh, Devil, death and hell, which in several Kinds had captivated mankind,
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Wherefore is he an Advocate, but to plead for us, when we dare not, cannot come to speak for our selves? What a strange piece of folly were it for a man that has a friend in the Court who is appointed purposely to plead his cause,
Wherefore is he an Advocate, but to plead for us, when we Dare not, cannot come to speak for our selves? What a strange piece of folly were it for a man that has a friend in the Court who is appointed purposely to plead his cause,
or present his petition, and yet he make no use of him, when the success of his business concerns his whole estate or life? when we have sinned and offended God, we have Christ our advocate with the Father to interpose betwixt the blow of Justice and our guilty souls,
or present his petition, and yet he make no use of him, when the success of his business concerns his Whole estate or life? when we have sinned and offended God, we have christ our advocate with the Father to interpose betwixt the blow of justice and our guilty Souls,
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If we want any thing that God hath laid up for us, he is ready to make intercession for us, who cannot be denied, Heb 7.25. He must perfume all our Sacrifices, or they are not accepted;
If we want any thing that God hath laid up for us, he is ready to make Intercession for us, who cannot be denied, Hebrew 7.25. He must perfume all our Sacrifices, or they Are not accepted;
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What need had we then to make use of him? It is only by the blood of Christ that we have boldness or liberty to enter into the holy of holies, Heb. 10.19.
What need had we then to make use of him? It is only by the blood of christ that we have boldness or liberty to enter into the holy of holies, Hebrew 10.19.
And by him is a new and living way consecrated for us that we may draw near with true hearts and full assurance of faith, Heb. 10.20, 22. And none can come unto the Father but by him.
And by him is a new and living Way consecrated for us that we may draw near with true hearts and full assurance of faith, Hebrew 10.20, 22. And none can come unto the Father but by him.
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Answ. But pray tell me, wherefore is Christ a Saviour? is he not for sinners? Wherefore is he a Redeemer? is it that he should lye by God as useless? was he not a Redeemer for Captives? Hath not God fitted and dressed Christ (as I may so speak) for sinners use and advantage? what if all the world should say so, Christ should be a Saviour and save none? a Redeemer and ransome none at all? an Advocate and plead for none? for all are sinners, all are captives, all are at enmity with God naturally.
Answer But prey tell me, Wherefore is christ a Saviour? is he not for Sinners? Wherefore is he a Redeemer? is it that he should lie by God as useless? was he not a Redeemer for Captives? Hath not God fitted and dressed christ (as I may so speak) for Sinners use and advantage? what if all the world should say so, christ should be a Saviour and save none? a Redeemer and ransom none At all? an Advocate and plead for none? for all Are Sinners, all Are captives, all Are At enmity with God naturally.
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but he that knows he hath nothing, can do nothing without him? Will a man make use of a Physician that thinks he is not sick? Will any intreat his neighbours hand to help him to do or lift that which he is perswaded he hath strength enough to do himself? So if thou have any work to do,
but he that knows he hath nothing, can do nothing without him? Will a man make use of a physician that thinks he is not sick? Will any entreat his neighbours hand to help him to do or lift that which he is persuaded he hath strength enough to do himself? So if thou have any work to do,
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as a King to suppress rebels, will not call in foreign aid, &c. So think not your selves to have any sufficiency to do any thing that is good, 2 Cor. 3.5. Empty your selves of self-conceitedness;
as a King to suppress rebels, will not call in foreign aid, etc. So think not your selves to have any sufficiency to do any thing that is good, 2 Cor. 3.5. Empty your selves of Self-conceitedness;
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say not with Laodicea, I am rich, and increased with goods ; but know what Christ saith, Ioh. 15.5. Non ait, fine me parum, potestis facere, sed nihil.
say not with Laodicea, I am rich, and increased with goods; but know what christ Says, John 15.5. Non ait, fine me Parum, potestis facere, sed nihil.
3. Apply Christ to thy self in particular by faith, believing and being verily perswaded that Christ is able and willing to do for thee• what thou needest,
3. Apply christ to thy self in particular by faith, believing and being verily persuaded that christ is able and willing to do for thee• what thou Needest,
2. Thus the Scriptures direct, and perswade us to appropriate Christ to our needing souls, so we are bid to put on Christ, Rom. 13.14. Taste and see that he is gracious, Psal. 34.8. 3. Thus Christ himself invites us to apply and improve him:
2. Thus the Scriptures Direct, and persuade us to Appropriate christ to our needing Souls, so we Are bid to put on christ, Rom. 13.14. Taste and see that he is gracious, Psalm 34.8. 3. Thus christ himself invites us to apply and improve him:
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Come eat of my bread, and drink of my wine which I have mingled, Prov. 9.5. Come partake of those good things my Father would have me to communicate unto you. Isa. 55.1. Ho every one that thirsteth come ye to the waters, &c. Joh. 7.37. If any man thirst, let him come unto me and drink. Mat. 11.28. Come unto me all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Come eat of my bred, and drink of my wine which I have mingled, Curae 9.5. Come partake of those good things my Father would have me to communicate unto you. Isaiah 55.1. Ho every one that Thirsteth come you to the waters, etc. John 7.37. If any man thirst, let him come unto me and drink. Mathew 11.28. Come unto me all you that labour and Are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
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Christs call gives you a warrant to go to him, that you may possess these priviledges in Christ without intrusion or usurpation, this is that you have to shew to Conscience, you do not presume:
Christ call gives you a warrant to go to him, that you may possess these privileges in christ without intrusion or usurpation, this is that you have to show to Conscience, you do not presume:
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Why dost thou, vile wretch, go to Christ for such a blessing? how durst thou that art a sinner look him in the face? lay hold on Christ? make use of Christ? why? I was invited and called.
Why dost thou, vile wretch, go to christ for such a blessing? how durst thou that art a sinner look him in the face? lay hold on christ? make use of christ? why? I was invited and called.
how durst ye come hither and approach the Presence-chamber of the Kings Son? they might answer, We were bidden to the Wedding, Mat. 22.10, 12. The Scripture doth not call us by name, thou Iohn and Thomas, though the offer be propounded generally,
how durst you come hither and approach the Presence-chamber of the Kings Son? they might answer, We were bidden to the Wedding, Mathew 22.10, 12. The Scripture does not call us by name, thou John and Thomas, though the offer be propounded generally,
2. For particular cases, wherein this gift may be very useful, as a Jesus to save us from our sins, Matt. 1.21. 1. It is a tryed and effectual antidote against sin, that's the greatest evil in the world.
2. For particular cases, wherein this gift may be very useful, as a jesus to save us from our Sins, Matt. 1.21. 1. It is a tried and effectual antidote against since, that's the greatest evil in the world.
If thou hast sinned against God, and guilt pleads against thee, and thou hast nothing to plead for thy self, thou maist go to this Advocate, who will intercede for thee, by vertue of his merits;
If thou hast sinned against God, and guilt pleads against thee, and thou hast nothing to plead for thy self, thou Mayest go to this Advocate, who will intercede for thee, by virtue of his merits;
and innumerable evils committed by me, do leave a macula, or stain upon me? O then, fly to Christ, who is a fountain set open to wash from sin and from uncleanness, Zech. 13.1. Who is the Lamb of God, that takes away the sins of the world, John 1.29. Christ was without spot, knew no sin, was born holy, that he might cover the impurity of thy conception.
and innumerable evils committed by me, do leave a macula, or stain upon me? O then, fly to christ, who is a fountain Set open to wash from since and from uncleanness, Zechariah 13.1. Who is the Lamb of God, that Takes away the Sins of the world, John 1.29. christ was without spot, knew no since, was born holy, that he might cover the impurity of thy conception.
so that there is no soundness in thee, but wounds, and bruises, and putrifying sores? Improve Christ in this case, who will wash thee in his blood, Rev. 1.5, bind up thy wounds,
so that there is no soundness in thee, but wounds, and bruises, and Putrifying sores? Improve christ in this case, who will wash thee in his blood, Rev. 1.5, bind up thy wounds,
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how much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal spirit, offered himself without spot to God, purge your consciences from dead works, to serve the living Lord, Heb. 9.13, 14? O then, look unto Christ and be healed, tell him (as he did) Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.
how much more shall the blood of christ, who through the Eternal Spirit, offered himself without spot to God, purge your Consciences from dead works, to serve the living Lord, Hebrew 9.13, 14? O then, look unto christ and be healed, tell him (as he did) Lord, if thou wilt, thou Canst make me clean.
Now Christ was sent to Preach, as well as purchase deliverance for captives, and to open the Prison to them that are bound, Isa. 61.1, 2. If a number of men were taken captives by the Turks, and made Gally-•laves;
Now christ was sent to Preach, as well as purchase deliverance for captives, and to open the Prison to them that Are bound, Isaiah 61.1, 2. If a number of men were taken captives by the Turks, and made Gally-•laves;
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How deservedly may those lye and dye in Chains, that will not accept and make use of those easie terms? If thou cry out, O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me, &c ? Christ alone, that Son will make you free, Ioh. 8.32, 33, 34. 'Tis not a feigned,
How deservedly may those lie and die in Chains, that will not accept and make use of those easy terms? If thou cry out, Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me, etc.? christ alone, that Son will make you free, John 8.32, 33, 34. It's not a feigned,
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or fancied, but a real liberty, free indeed. 4. Against the danger of sin; Art thou afraid of such a corruption? art thou annoyed with such a temptation,
or fancied, but a real liberty, free indeed. 4. Against the danger of since; Art thou afraid of such a corruption? art thou annoyed with such a temptation,
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and antidote thee against the solicitations of it, with Paul run to Christ, and beseech the Lord once and again, till thou have that answer, My grace is sufficient for thee, 2 Cor. 12.8, 9. When sin comes as a Potiphars Wife,
and antidote thee against the solicitations of it, with Paul run to christ, and beseech the Lord once and again, till thou have that answer, My grace is sufficient for thee, 2 Cor. 12.8, 9. When since comes as a Potiphars Wife,
as David, at What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee, Psal. 56.3. 5. Against the whole body of sin, make use of Christ, who came to destroy the works of the Devil:
as David, At What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee, Psalm 56.3. 5. Against the Whole body of since, make use of christ, who Come to destroy the works of the devil:
2. Doth Pride, that detestable sin, swell thee? art thou proud of wealth, honour, gifts, friends, & c? Nihil ita superbiae tumorem, sedat sicut Iesus, he is humble and lowly, Mat. 11.29. 3. Or that diabolical sin of envy? Christ can cure thee of that rotten vice:
2. Does Pride, that detestable since, swell thee? art thou proud of wealth, honour, Gifts, Friends, & c? Nihil ita superbiae tumorem, sedat sicut Iesus, he is humble and lowly, Mathew 11.29. 3. Or that diabolical since of envy? christ can cure thee of that rotten vice:
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Who ever shewed more opposition to it than Christ, who prayed that his Servants might have the same glory with him, Ioh. 17.22. 4. Or that idolatrous heathenish sin of Covetousness? Christ alone can quench the insatiable thirst after worldly things.
Who ever showed more opposition to it than christ, who prayed that his Servants might have the same glory with him, John 17.22. 4. Or that idolatrous Heathenish since of Covetousness? christ alone can quench the insatiable thirst After worldly things.
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Lastly, Dost thou feel in thy Soul the scorching heat of Concupiscence, and knowest not how to rid thy self of it? Go to Christ, who will quickly quench that flame:
Lastly, Dost thou feel in thy Soul the scorching heat of Concupiscence, and Knowest not how to rid thy self of it? Go to christ, who will quickly quench that flame:
Do the eyes of thy mind wax dim and dark, that thou canst not (so well as formerly) see the soulness of sin, the fairness of Christ, the beauty of holiness? O make use of Christ, who can open blind eyes,
Do the eyes of thy mind wax dim and dark, that thou Canst not (so well as formerly) see the soulness of since, the fairness of christ, the beauty of holiness? O make use of christ, who can open blind eyes,
why Christ is that good Samaritan, which puts Wine and Oyl into thy wounded Soul, Luk. 10.30, he complains that ye will not come unto him, that ye may have life;
why christ is that good Samaritan, which puts Wine and Oil into thy wounded Soul, Luk. 10.30, he complains that you will not come unto him, that you may have life;
I the Lord can turn a barren wilderness into a fruitful garden, Isa. 51.3. He hath promised to make the Wilderness like Eden, and the Desert like the Garden of the Lord.
I the Lord can turn a barren Wilderness into a fruitful garden, Isaiah 51.3. He hath promised to make the Wilderness like Eden, and the Desert like the Garden of the Lord.
say, Cant. 4. ult. Lord send out thy spirit, to breathe upon my Soul, to blow upon my Garden, that the Spices thereof may flow out, &c. Christ saith, Except ye abide in me,
say, Cant 4. ult. Lord send out thy Spirit, to breathe upon my Soul, to blow upon my Garden, that the Spices thereof may flow out, etc. christ Says, Except you abide in me,
when thou art disquieted with melancholly, Psal. 27.13, doubting and distrustful thoughts arising from the weakness of Grace, power of Corruption, and malice of Satan;
when thou art disquieted with melancholy, Psalm 27.13, doubting and distrustful thoughts arising from the weakness of Grace, power of Corruption, and malice of Satan;
He himself suffered, and was tempted, was a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief, and therefore is able to succour us in all our temptations and troubles, Heb. 2.18, and 4.15, 16. Now if a man be in any trouble in outward estate or body, what will he do in such a case? He will go and consult with one that hath been in the like condition.
He himself suffered, and was tempted, was a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief, and Therefore is able to succour us in all our temptations and Troubles, Hebrew 2.18, and 4.15, 16. Now if a man be in any trouble in outward estate or body, what will he do in such a case? He will go and consult with one that hath been in the like condition.
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'tis he that forgiveth all thy sins, and healeth all thy diseases, Psal. 103.3. 3. Improve this gift of God, as a sweet and forcible attractive and help to draw your hearts to the performance of all those duties that are required of you;
it's he that forgiveth all thy Sins, and heals all thy diseases, Psalm 103.3. 3. Improve this gift of God, as a sweet and forcible Attractive and help to draw your hearts to the performance of all those duties that Are required of you;
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and for a larger measure of it, acknowledging him to be able, and themselves impotent and unable to do it, saying, Luke 17.5, Lord increase our faith. 2. Repentance;
and for a larger measure of it, acknowledging him to be able, and themselves impotent and unable to do it, saying, Lycia 17.5, Lord increase our faith. 2. Repentance;
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Does any lye and groan under the guilt and burden of impenitency? O let him address himself to Christ in this sad case, who came into the world to call sinners to repentance;
Does any lie and groan under the guilt and burden of impenitency? O let him address himself to christ in this sad case, who Come into the world to call Sinners to Repentance;
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and to cause to repent, Mat. 11.13. God not only gave him to the world to be a Saviour, but hath exalted him to be a Prince, to give repentance and remission of sins, Act. 5.31.
and to cause to Repent, Mathew 11.13. God not only gave him to the world to be a Saviour, but hath exalted him to be a Prince, to give Repentance and remission of Sins, Act. 5.31.
If thy heart be secure and senseless, go to Christ who will freely give (not sell) and work in thee godly sorrow, that leads to repentance unto salvation, not to be repented of.
If thy heart be secure and senseless, go to christ who will freely give (not fell) and work in thee godly sorrow, that leads to Repentance unto salvation, not to be repented of.
A believing view of the nature, undertaking, love, obedience, doctrine, example, sufferings, intercession, and Kingdom of Jesus Christ, must needs inflame believers hearts with an answerable degree of love:
A believing view of the nature, undertaking, love, Obedience, Doctrine, Exampl, sufferings, Intercession, and Kingdom of jesus christ, must needs inflame believers hearts with an answerable degree of love:
and it will change thy unkind, unthankful heart, in the very nature of love, to come over with Thomas, and by the passage of his wounds, wind thy self into his heart.
and it will change thy unkind, unthankful heart, in the very nature of love, to come over with Thomas, and by the passage of his wounds, wind thy self into his heart.
would you know how to pray, as to have your Prayer accepted and answered? let Christ be made use of, who is the alone Mediator, that by the vail of his flesh, hath made a new and living way into the holy place;
would you know how to pray, as to have your Prayer accepted and answered? let christ be made use of, who is the alone Mediator, that by the Vail of his Flesh, hath made a new and living Way into the holy place;
So that by him, you may have free access with boldness to the throne of grace, Heb. 10.19, 20. Have you a friend in the Court, that will plead your cause,
So that by him, you may have free access with boldness to the throne of grace, Hebrew 10.19, 20. Have you a friend in the Court, that will plead your cause,
and speak a good word to the King, and will you not make use of him? O Let us come boldly to the throne of grace, Heb. 4.16. In Christ we have access, Eph. 2.18, and 3.14. Rom. 8.34. 1 Ioh. 5.4. Ioh. 14.13.
and speak a good word to the King, and will you not make use of him? Oh Let us come boldly to the throne of grace, Hebrew 4.16. In christ we have access, Ephesians 2.18, and 3.14. Rom. 8.34. 1 John 5.4. John 14.13.
if we and our suit be commended by one of so great worth, and such interest in the Father, can we doubt of success? — He will give us also his spirit, to help our infirmities,
if we and our suit be commended by one of so great worth, and such Interest in the Father, can we doubt of success? — He will give us also his Spirit, to help our infirmities,
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He will make a feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined, Isa. 25.6. O labour to •ake in his sweetest consolations fresh every morning;
He will make a feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined, Isaiah 25.6. O labour to •ake in his Sweetest consolations fresh every morning;
2. Let the wretched, naked Soul, make use of Christ, and not sow together Fig-leaves, as Adam, Gen. 3.7. Never think to patch together a deal of filthy rags to cover thy uncleanness and nakedness, Isa. 64.6.
2. Let the wretched, naked Soul, make use of christ, and not sow together Fig leaves, as Adam, Gen. 3.7. Never think to patch together a deal of filthy rags to cover thy uncleanness and nakedness, Isaiah 64.6.
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art thou to grapple with some strong corruption or temptation, and desirest to overcome it? hast thou some weighty and difficult duty to perform? make tryal of Christ,
art thou to grapple with Some strong corruption or temptation, and Desirest to overcome it? hast thou Some weighty and difficult duty to perform? make trial of christ,
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and thou shalt find that he gives power to the faint, and to them that have no might, Isa. 40.29. 4. Let the wavering make use of him for stability and fixedness;
and thou shalt find that he gives power to the faint, and to them that have no might, Isaiah 40.29. 4. Let the wavering make use of him for stability and fixedness;
Art thou afraid of Apostacy in these backsliding times, go to Christ to stablish thee, 1 Thes. 3.13, That he establish your hearts, unblameable in holiness before God,
Art thou afraid of Apostasy in these backsliding times, go to christ to establish thee, 1 Thebes 3.13, That he establish your hearts, unblameable in holiness before God,
If you can get rooted and built up in him, and established by him in the faith, you need not fear (though you must beware) of being spoiled through Philosophy and vain deceit, Col. 2.7, 8. Do you fear falling away from the Grace or Truth of God? then make special use of Christ, who is able to establish you,
If you can get rooted and built up in him, and established by him in the faith, you need not Fear (though you must beware) of being spoiled through Philosophy and vain deceit, Col. 2.7, 8. Do you Fear falling away from the Grace or Truth of God? then make special use of christ, who is able to establish you,
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and keep you from falling, and present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, Iude 24. 5. Let the weary Soul come to Christ, and he shall find rest;
and keep you from falling, and present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, Iude 24. 5. Let the weary Soul come to christ, and he shall find rest;
what was prophesied by Lamech concerning his Son Noah, is compleatly fulfill'd in Christ, whereof Noah was a type, Gen. 5.29. He called his son Noah, rest, (for saith he) this same shall comfort us concerning our work and toil of our hands.
what was prophesied by Lamech Concerning his Son Noah, is completely fulfilled in christ, whereof Noah was a type, Gen. 5.29. He called his son Noah, rest, (for Says he) this same shall Comfort us Concerning our work and toil of our hands.
take my yoke upon you, &c. Come poor restless, easeless, and dejected souls, let others weary themselves in seeking riches and reputation in the world, to you I faithfully promise rest, which is the thing you want.
take my yoke upon you, etc. Come poor restless, easeless, and dejected Souls, let Others weary themselves in seeking riches and reputation in the world, to you I faithfully promise rest, which is the thing you want.
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but my Christ is my shelter, an hiding place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest, Isa. 32.2. A flood of vengeance is coming, but I am got into the Ark;
but my christ is my shelter, an hiding place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest, Isaiah 32.2. A flood of vengeance is coming, but I am god into the Ark;
destruction near, but Christ is my Passover, my little Sanctuary, able and willing to save to the uttermost with all kinds and degrees of Salvation, Heb. 7.25. He hath trodden the wine-press alone, and of the people there was none with him, Isa. 63.3. O then enter into this rock, for fear of the Lord, and for the glory of his Majesty, till the indignation be over-past.
destruction near, but christ is my Passover, my little Sanctuary, able and willing to save to the uttermost with all Kinds and Degrees of Salvation, Hebrew 7.25. He hath trodden the winepress alone, and of the people there was none with him, Isaiah 63.3. O then enter into this rock, for Fear of the Lord, and for the glory of his Majesty, till the Indignation be overpast.
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2. Art thou grown strange to him, and alienated thy self from him by sin? none is so proper and necessary to be made use of as Christ in this case, who is the peace-maker between God and man;
2. Art thou grown strange to him, and alienated thy self from him by since? none is so proper and necessary to be made use of as christ in this case, who is the peacemaker between God and man;
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God reconciles the world to himself by Christ, 2 Cor. 5.19. not only them that were strangers, but even enemies, Col. 1.21. Those that are afar of, are made nigh by the blood of Christ;
God reconciles the world to himself by christ, 2 Cor. 5.19. not only them that were Strangers, but even enemies, Col. 1.21. Those that Are afar of, Are made High by the blood of christ;
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he hath broken down the partition-wall, and slain the enmity, Ephes. 2 16, 17, 18. If thou hast some dear friend who bestows a gift on thee, in token of his dear love and respect to thee,
he hath broken down the partition-wall, and slave the enmity, Ephesians 2 16, 17, 18. If thou hast Some dear friend who bestows a gift on thee, in token of his dear love and respect to thee,
and there should be afterwards some disagreeing and falling out betwixt you, wouldst thou shew this gift a pledg of league and amity? &c. thus hold up Christ to God.
and there should be afterwards Some disagreeing and falling out betwixt you, Wouldst thou show this gift a pledge of league and amity? etc. thus hold up christ to God.
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4. Or art thou terrified in Conscience, and groaning under the insupportable burden of a wounded spirit? art thou affrighted with accusing and condemning thoughts? O go to Christ, who as he can make peace in the Court of Heaven,
4. Or art thou terrified in Conscience, and groaning under the insupportable burden of a wounded Spirit? art thou affrighted with accusing and condemning thoughts? O go to christ, who as he can make peace in the Court of Heaven,
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though your hearts ake and tremble, yet he is greater tha• your hearts, who is nigh to justifie you, Isa. ••. 8 so that you may triumph with the Apostle, Who is he that condemneth? it is Christ that died, Rom. 8.34. Expect no peace in laying aside Christ.
though your hearts ache and tremble, yet he is greater tha• your hearts, who is High to justify you, Isaiah ••. 8 so that you may triumph with the Apostle, Who is he that Condemneth? it is christ that died, Rom. 8.34. Expect no peace in laying aside christ.
It's reported by Cassander that in ancient times, sick and weak dying persons were directed and accustomed to make use of Christ at that time especially, interposing him betwixt them and Gods Judgment;
It's reported by Cassander that in ancient times, sick and weak dying Persons were directed and accustomed to make use of christ At that time especially, interposing him betwixt them and God's Judgement;
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But what need we look into Historians, the Scriptures shew what languishing souls and drooping spirits must do, Psal. 23.4, 5. Though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death,
But what need we look into Historians, the Scriptures show what languishing Souls and drooping spirits must do, Psalm 23.4, 5. Though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death,
And now O death where is thy sting? O grave where is thy victory? 1 Cor. 15.55, 57. Or fearest thou judgment, look to Christ and thou shalt not die the second death,
And now Oh death where is thy sting? O grave where is thy victory? 1 Cor. 15.55, 57. Or Fearest thou judgement, look to christ and thou shalt not die the second death,
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should not the whole soul be summon'd in to give its most united acknowledgment of so signal a mercy? for God to give his only begotten Son to be a Saviour for sinners! Here's the wonder of wonders!
should not the Whole soul be summoned in to give its most united acknowledgment of so signal a mercy? for God to give his only begotten Son to be a Saviour for Sinners! Here's the wonder of wonders!
and see what they could do? Nay, why did he not send an Angel (as once he did) with a flaming sword in his hand to keep off sinners from the Tree of Life? O this did not comport with his gracious designs (though it did too well with the creatures merit) therefore he would not do it;
and see what they could do? Nay, why did he not send an Angel (as once he did) with a flaming sword in his hand to keep off Sinners from the Tree of Life? O this did not comport with his gracious designs (though it did too well with the creatures merit) Therefore he would not do it;
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Surely here was love, great love, great to the degree of infiniteness. Millions of Angels were nothing to one Son, to one such Son, his first-born, his only begotten Son, the Son of his love, who lay in his bosom, had been his delight from everlasting. O astonishing mercy! O admirable goodness and condescention!
Surely Here was love, great love, great to the degree of infiniteness. Millions of Angels were nothing to one Son, to one such Son, his firstborn, his only begotten Son, the Son of his love, who lay in his bosom, had been his delight from everlasting. O astonishing mercy! O admirable Goodness and condescension!
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and the Son of man that thou makest this account of him! Psal. 8.4. and 144.3. or as Iob 7.17. What is man that thou shouldest magnifie him, and that thou shouldest set thine heart upon him !
and the Son of man that thou Makest this account of him! Psalm 8.4. and 144.3. or as Job 7.17. What is man that thou Shouldst magnify him, and that thou Shouldst Set thine heart upon him!
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The Heavens and the Earth were once called upon to be filled with astonishment, because of the ingratitude of a sinful people, Isa. 1.2. May not now Heaven and Earth, Angels and men, all creatures whatsoever, be called upon to be filled with astonishment because of the stupendious love of God! O Christians!
The Heavens and the Earth were once called upon to be filled with astonishment, Because of the ingratitude of a sinful people, Isaiah 1.2. May not now Heaven and Earth, Angels and men, all creatures whatsoever, be called upon to be filled with astonishment Because of the stupendious love of God! Oh Christians!
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what influence hath this upon your dull and sluggish hearts? what are you made of, that you are no more (in the sense of it) drawn out in blessing, loving, admiring and adoring of God? Pray,
what influence hath this upon your dull and sluggish hearts? what Are you made of, that you Are no more (in the sense of it) drawn out in blessing, loving, admiring and adoring of God? prey,
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and give not over, till you have such thoughts and affections (upon Gods giving his Son) raised in you as may in some measure answer to those thoughts and affections which you shall have about it,
and give not over, till you have such thoughts and affections (upon God's giving his Son) raised in you as may in Some measure answer to those thoughts and affections which you shall have about it,
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The Angels never reaped that advantage that we do, yet they were at praising-work as soon as ever Christ was born, Luk. 2.13, 14. A multitude of the heavenly host was praising God, saying, Glory to God in the highest, on earth peace, and good will towards men
The Angels never reaped that advantage that we do, yet they were At praising-work as soon as ever christ was born, Luk. 2.13, 14. A multitude of the heavenly host was praising God, saying, Glory to God in the highest, on earth peace, and good will towards men
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Good Zachary so soon as his mouth was opened, begun his Prophecy, with Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, who hath visited and redeemed his people, Luk. 1.68, 69. And old Simeon ended his life with praise and blessing God, Luk. 1.19. 'Tis the duty of all Christians in every thing to give thanks, 1 Thes. 5.18.
Good Zachary so soon as his Mouth was opened, begun his Prophecy, with Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, who hath visited and redeemed his people, Luk. 1.68, 69. And old Simeon ended his life with praise and blessing God, Luk. 1.19. It's the duty of all Christians in every thing to give thanks, 1 Thebes 5.18.
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2 The gift is of unspeakable worth and excellency, than which none could ever be greater, none better, the only begotten Son, God blessed for evermore, the brightness of his Fathers Glory;
2 The gift is of unspeakable worth and excellency, than which none could ever be greater, none better, the only begotten Son, God blessed for evermore, the brightness of his Father's Glory;
Among many other grounds and reasons, that's one in the 19. verse, He shews his w•rd unto Iacob, his statutes and his judgments to Israel, he hath not dealt so with any Nation.
Among many other grounds and Reasons, that's one in the 19. verse, He shows his w•rd unto Iacob, his statutes and his Judgments to Israel, he hath not dealt so with any nation.
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To consider, that of all England, all Europe, all Adam 's posterity, that ever were masters of a living soul, the Lord passed by so many thousands and millions,
To Consider, that of all England, all Europe, all Adam is posterity, that ever were Masters of a living soul, the Lord passed by so many thousands and millions,
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How should we now sing that new Song that properly belongs to all redeemed ones, Rev. 14.3. and to say with a loud voice, Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power be unto him that sitteth on the Throne for ever and ever, Rev. 5.8. ad finem: and Rev 7.12.
How should we now sing that new Song that properly belongs to all redeemed ones, Rev. 14.3. and to say with a loud voice, Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power be unto him that Sitteth on the Throne for ever and ever, Rev. 5.8. ad finem: and Rev 7.12.
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were our whole body turned into that one member, yet should we not be able for this high and glorious mercy, sufficiently to celebrate the praises of the most high God.
were our Whole body turned into that one member, yet should we not be able for this high and glorious mercy, sufficiently to celebrate the praises of the most high God.
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Christ was the greatest Legacy that ever was bequeathed to poor creatures, and he and his benefits that come with him, is matter of greatest weight and concernment that ever God be-trusted in the hands of dust and ashes;
christ was the greatest Legacy that ever was bequeathed to poor creatures, and he and his benefits that come with him, is matter of greatest weight and concernment that ever God betrusted in the hands of dust and Ashes;
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1. It is a rule of an ingenuous man, that nothing be done to the prejudice of him from whom we receive nothing but the fairest expressions of favour and kindness.
1. It is a Rule of an ingenuous man, that nothing be done to the prejudice of him from whom we receive nothing but the Fairest expressions of favour and kindness.
Now for any man to walk contrary to God, that still goes on to discover more of the riches of his grace to him, is to requite evil for good, a piece of great disingenuity:
Now for any man to walk contrary to God, that still Goes on to discover more of the riches of his grace to him, is to requite evil for good, a piece of great disingenuity:
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If we receive this special gift and grace of God, and instead of walking answerably we dishonour him by walking contrary to the grace we have received, where is justice and ingenuity in this deportment? As if a servant be employed in his Masters business, he is to use his utmost skill,
If we receive this special gift and grace of God, and instead of walking answerably we dishonour him by walking contrary to the grace we have received, where is Justice and ingenuity in this deportment? As if a servant be employed in his Masters business, he is to use his utmost skill,
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and strength, and put to his utmost endeavours to perform his duty exactly. So we are servants, and whatever we do, is our duty, L•k. 17.10. the stock we have received from another, must be faithfully returned to the owner with advantage, Mat. 25.27. A servant is not to mind his own advantage, and profit, but his masters;
and strength, and put to his utmost endeavours to perform his duty exactly. So we Are Servants, and whatever we do, is our duty, L•k. 17.10. the stock we have received from Another, must be faithfully returned to the owner with advantage, Mathew 25.27. A servant is not to mind his own advantage, and profit, but his Masters;
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You must walk in Christ as you have received him 1. You received Christ as one that hath taken upon him your nature, and sanctified it, Ioh. 17.19. and in this respect you should walk in him, as those that are sanctified, Ephes. 4 20, 21, 22, 23, 24. But ye have not so learned Christ, &c. 1 Thes. 4.4.
You must walk in christ as you have received him 1. You received christ as one that hath taken upon him your nature, and sanctified it, John 17.19. and in this respect you should walk in him, as those that Are sanctified, Ephesians 4 20, 21, 22, 23, 24. But you have not so learned christ, etc. 1 Thebes 4.4.
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and prayers answered. 3. As one to whom you have resigned up your selves as your King and Lord, ruler and governour, that hath the sole ordering and disposing of you and all your affairs and ways;
and Prayers answered. 3. As one to whom you have resigned up your selves as your King and Lord, ruler and governor, that hath the sole ordering and disposing of you and all your affairs and ways;
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and in this respect, you should yield obedience and subjection to his commands, and give up your selves wholly to him. 4. As one that is your Saviour, who is your strength and safety against all enemies and evils;
and in this respect, you should yield Obedience and subjection to his commands, and give up your selves wholly to him. 4. As one that is your Saviour, who is your strength and safety against all enemies and evils;
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and make use of it (not to sin) but to serve him freely, without fear and without distraction. 5. As a guide and leader to shew you the way of life and happiness;
and make use of it (not to sin) but to serve him freely, without Fear and without distraction. 5. As a guide and leader to show you the Way of life and happiness;
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NONLATINALPHABET. VOS me vocantes, dicitis magister a• domine & bene dicitis sum en•m. NONLATINALPHABET, per enallagen, as Mark 15.34. NONLATINALPHABET, quod ponitur, Mat. 27.46. NONLATINALPHABET, these are put NONLATINALPHABET, (as Grammarians speak) the Nominative for the Vocative case, Vel est mutata forma orationis ut hoc dicatur vos compellando me utimur his vocibus magister & dominus.
. VOS me vocantes, dicitis magister a• domine & bene dicitis sum en•m., per enallagen, as Mark 15.34., quod ponitur, Mathew 27.46., these Are put, (as Grammarians speak) the Nominative for the Vocative case, Vel est Mutata forma orationis ut hoc dicatur vos compellando me utimur his vocibus magister & dominus.
but here the word NONLATINALPHABET, (which may be rendred saintatis, vel vocantes me appellatis ) being here used, it may be understood of the common speech wherewith they spoke to Christ when present.
but Here the word, (which may be rendered saintatis, vel vocantes me appellatis) being Here used, it may be understood of the Common speech wherewith they spoke to christ when present.
than ordinarily NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET signifieth a teacher of Letters, Manners, or any Art, in relation whereunto they were called Disciples, or Learners:
than ordinarily, and signifies a teacher of Letters, Manners, or any Art, in Relation whereunto they were called Disciples, or Learners:
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It is in the writing of the Apostles simply and absolutely ascribed to Christ (saith Zanchy ) a thousand times ▪ It is used civiliter, as when we call an Honourable person,
It is in the writing of the Apostles simply and absolutely ascribed to christ (Says Zanchy) a thousand times ▪ It is used Civiliter, as when we call an Honourable person,
These are the words of our blessed Saviour Jesus Christ to his Disciples, wherein he begins to give them the sense and exposition of that his strange and wonderful condescention of washing his Disciples feet, whereof you have the History in the precedent verses.
These Are the words of our blessed Saviour jesus christ to his Disciples, wherein he begins to give them the sense and exposition of that his strange and wondered condescension of washing his Disciples feet, whereof you have the History in the precedent Verses.
and partly to intimate that he only cleanieth us from our sins, 1 Ioh. 1.7 There was in this his action a teaching mystery, which they knew not, till they were further instructed;
and partly to intimate that he only cleanieth us from our Sins, 1 John 1.7 There was in this his actium a teaching mystery, which they knew not, till they were further instructed;
If I your Lord and Master have frooped so low as to wash your feet, ye ought also to wash one anothers feet, ye ought to be ready and willing to serve one another in love, NONLATINALPHABET is put for NONLATINALPHABET, much more ought ye, seeing you are not (as ye confess) Lords over one another,
If I your Lord and Master have frooped so low as to wash your feet, you ought also to wash one another's feet, you ought to be ready and willing to serve one Another in love, is put for, much more ought you, seeing you Are not (as you confess) lords over one Another,
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If Christ who excelleth all, do so admirably abase himself, how may it even shame thee? vers. 15. I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done ;
If christ who excels all, do so admirably abase himself, how may it even shame thee? vers. 15. I have given you an Exampl, that you should do as I have done;
Doct. Christ is a Christians Lord and Master, and every Christian is Christs servant: Christ and a Christian stand in relation one to another as Lord and servant.
Doct. christ is a Christians Lord and Master, and every Christian is Christ servant: christ and a Christian stand in Relation one to Another as Lord and servant.
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There is a relation between Christ and Believers, as betwixt Master and servants. Though Christ saith to the Apostles, Ioh. 15.5. Henceforth I call you not servants but friends.
There is a Relation between christ and Believers, as betwixt Master and Servants. Though christ Says to the Apostles, John 15.5. Henceforth I call you not Servants but Friends.
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The meaning is not that he calleth them not servants at all, but not meer servants, they being more than servants, having such acquaintance with his counsels as his friends;
The meaning is not that he calls them not Servants At all, but not mere Servants, they being more than Servants, having such acquaintance with his Counsels as his Friends;
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for he presently, vers. 20. bids them remember that the servant is not greater than his Lord, Mat. 23.8. One is your Master even Christ, and all ye are brethren ;
for he presently, vers. 20. bids them Remember that the servant is not greater than his Lord, Mathew 23.8. One is your Master even christ, and all you Are brothers;
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and vers. 10. the Apostles called themselves the servants of Iesus Christ, Rom. 1.1. 1 Cor. 4.1. Phil. 1.1. He is called our Master and we his servants;
and vers. 10. the Apostles called themselves the Servants of Iesus christ, Rom. 1.1. 1 Cor. 4.1. Philip 1.1. He is called our Master and we his Servants;
and expecteth that they do his will, ver. 31. His servants are as Husbandmen, to whom he entrusteth his Vineyard, that he may receive the fruit, ver. 33, 34, 41, 43. Faithful servants shall be made rulers over his Houshold, Mat 24.45, 46. Christ delivereth his Talents to his servants to improve,
and Expects that they do his will, ver. 31. His Servants Are as Husbandmen, to whom he entrusteth his Vineyard, that he may receive the fruit, ver. 33, 34, 41, 43. Faithful Servants shall be made Rulers over his Household, Mathew 24.45, 46. christ Delivereth his Talents to his Servants to improve,
He is over all, God blessed for ever. Rom. 9 5. Jesus Christ he is Lord of all, Acts 10.36. He is King of Nations Soveraign Lord to rule and judg them, Ioh. 3.35. the Father loves the Son, and hath given all things into his hand, Mat. 28.18. all power is given to me in Heaven and in Earth.
He is over all, God blessed for ever. Rom. 9 5. jesus christ he is Lord of all, Acts 10.36. He is King of nations Sovereign Lord to Rule and judge them, John 3.35. the Father loves the Son, and hath given all things into his hand, Mathew 28.18. all power is given to me in Heaven and in Earth.
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God hath put all things under his feet, Eph. 1.22. This Lordship is or seems to be tha• Reign spoken of, 1 Cor. 15.25 ▪ 28. for he must reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet;
God hath put all things under his feet, Ephesians 1.22. This Lordship is or seems to be tha• Reign spoken of, 1 Cor. 15.25 ▪ 28. for he must Reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet;
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and when all things shall be subdued unto him, then shall the son also himself be subject to him that put all things under him, that God may be all in all ▪ This Oeconomical Kingdom or Lordship is exercised over all,
and when all things shall be subdued unto him, then shall the son also himself be Subject to him that put all things under him, that God may be all in all ▪ This Economical Kingdom or Lordship is exercised over all,
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Satan, sin, death, Hell, and whatever opposed him, in his state of humiliation ( captivity put for captives ) a multitude of captives: (NONLATINALPHABET) Christ hath the keys of Hell and Death, Rev. 1.18 i. e. power to deliver to,
Satan, since, death, Hell, and whatever opposed him, in his state of humiliation (captivity put for captives) a multitude of captives: () christ hath the keys of Hell and Death, Rev. 1.18 i. e. power to deliver to,
or keep from Hell and the Grave, and he is the worlds master, Ioh 16 33. be of good cheer I have overcome the world, 'tis but a conquer'd Enemy, let the waves roar, the Lord reingeth, Psal. 93.1, & 72.9. his enemies shall lick the dust, he rules in the midst of his enemies. 2. His Lordship is manifested in guiding and swaying them to his will and end, Psal. 68.30, Rebuke the company of spearmen, the multitude of bulls, with the calves of the people, till every one submit himself with pieces of silver.
or keep from Hell and the Grave, and he is the world's master, John 16 33. be of good cheer I have overcome the world, it's but a conquered Enemy, let the waves roar, the Lord reingeth, Psalm 93.1, & 72.9. his enemies shall lick the dust, he rules in the midst of his enemies. 2. His Lordship is manifested in guiding and swaying them to his will and end, Psalm 68.30, Rebuke the company of spearmen, the multitude of Bulls, with the calves of the people, till every one submit himself with Pieces of silver.
Kings of Isles shall bring presents; Kings of Sheba and Seba shall offer gifts; yea all •ings shall fall down before him, all nations shall serve him;
Kings of Isles shall bring presents; Kings of Sheba and Seba shall offer Gifts; yea all •ings shall fallen down before him, all Nations shall serve him;
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the poor and him that hath no helper, Psal. 72.10, 11, 12. He hath dominion over the greatest Kings ▪ is Lord of Lords, to make them fulfill his pleasure,
the poor and him that hath no helper, Psalm 72.10, 11, 12. He hath dominion over the greatest Kings ▪ is Lord of lords, to make them fulfil his pleasure,
so he is King and Lord of his Church, which owns this one Lord, Eph. 4.5. Both theirs and ours, Lord of all Churches, 1 Cor 1.2. He is the head of the body the Church, in all things, or among all, having the preheminence:
so he is King and Lord of his Church, which owns this one Lord, Ephesians 4.5. Both theirs and ours, Lord of all Churches, 1 Cor 1.2. He is the head of the body the Church, in all things, or among all, having the pre-eminence:
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and so he is said to have the throne of his father David, and shall reign over the house of Iacob for ever, and of his Kingdom there shall be no end, Luke 1.32, 33. and Nathaniel gives him this salutation, Iohn 1.49. Rabbi, thou art the son of God, thou art the King of Israel, NONLATINALPHABET, the word here used is NONLATINALPHABET one who hath rule or dominion.
and so he is said to have the throne of his father David, and shall Reign over the house of Iacob for ever, and of his Kingdom there shall be no end, Lycia 1.32, 33. and Nathaniel gives him this salutation, John 1.49. Rabbi, thou art the son of God, thou art the King of Israel,, the word Here used is one who hath Rule or dominion.
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but most properly it is used Theologice, when this appellation is given to the only true God, answering the name of God Iehovah, (which the Seventy usually translate this word) and setteth forth the absolute power and soveraignty of God over all the creatures,
but most properly it is used Theologically, when this appellation is given to the only true God, answering the name of God Jehovah, (which the Seventy usually translate this word) and sets forth the absolute power and sovereignty of God over all the creatures,
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and the Greek word NONLATINALPHABET quasi NONLATINALPHABET, borrowed from building, whereunto a Commonwealth is compared, whereof the King is said to be the foundation:
and the Greek word quasi, borrowed from building, whereunto a Commonwealth is compared, whereof the King is said to be the Foundation:
Yet here (not excluding the other) 'tis taken for one, qui pollit authoritate cui jus est prescribendi, one that hath authority and governs by Law, which is an authoritative constitution, de debito officii, praemii & poenae, the signification of the will of a governour making the subjects duty,
Yet Here (not excluding the other) it's taken for one, qui pollit authoritate cui jus est prescribendi, one that hath Authority and governs by Law, which is an authoritative constitution, de Debito Officii, praemii & Poenae, the signification of the will of a governor making the subject's duty,
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and determining of rewards to the obedient, and punishments to the disobedient. 2. As a Master or teacher NONLATINALPHABET, preceptor or magister, one that teacheth letters or manners;
and determining of rewards to the obedient, and punishments to the disobedient. 2. As a Master or teacher, preceptor or magister, one that Teaches letters or manners;
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and the latter word ( magister ) is more general, and declares some preheminence or dignity, as that Mat. 19.16. good master ▪ &c. Christ is the infallible guide and teacher of his Church.
and the latter word (magister) is more general, and declares Some pre-eminence or dignity, as that Mathew 19.16. good master ▪ etc. christ is the infallible guide and teacher of his Church.
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the Kingdom of Heaven is like unto a man that is an housholder, which went out early in the morning to hire labourers into his vineyard, &c. Hence he is often called NONLATINALPHABET a word betokening a private right to rule, such as is exercised in the guiding and governing of a Family,
the Kingdom of Heaven is like unto a man that is an householder, which went out early in the morning to hire labourers into his vineyard, etc. Hence he is often called a word betokening a private right to Rule, such as is exercised in the guiding and governing of a Family,
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This Lordship is declared by these Acts: 1. By calling and gathering them by his word, Isa. 55.45. Behold I have given him for a witness, a leader and commander to the people:
This Lordship is declared by these Acts: 1. By calling and gathering them by his word, Isaiah 55.45. Behold I have given him for a witness, a leader and commander to the people:
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These are the words of God the Father, concerning the Messias (of whom the Iewish Doctors themselves expound this place) whom he appoints and ordains to be a teacher and testifier of his will, a leader,
These Are the words of God the Father, Concerning the Messias (of whom the Jewish Doctors themselves expound this place) whom he appoints and ordains to be a teacher and testifier of his will, a leader,
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to call a Nation by an external calling, and the Ministry of the Gospel, bestowed sometimes upon Cities, Kingdoms, Commonwealths, &c. Mat. 20.1. thus he hires labourers into his vineyard, a calling according to means, common to the elect and reprobate, ver. 16. Many are called, but few chosen.
to call a nation by an external calling, and the Ministry of the Gospel, bestowed sometime upon Cities, Kingdoms, Commonwealths, etc. Mathew 20.1. thus he hires labourers into his vineyard, a calling according to means, Common to the elect and Reprobate, ver. 16. Many Are called, but few chosen.
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2. Giving Laws to them to direct and oblige them to obedience, Isa. 33.22. The Lord is our Iudge, the Lord is our law-giver, (or statute-maker) the Lord is our King, he will save us:
2. Giving Laws to them to Direct and oblige them to Obedience, Isaiah 33.22. The Lord is our Judge, the Lord is our lawgiver, (or statute-maker) the Lord is our King, he will save us:
1 Cor. 7.10, & 9, 14. Even so hath Christ ordained, that they that Preach the Gospel, should live of the Gospel, Gal. 6.2. So fulfil the Law of Christ, that is, of loving one another:
1 Cor. 7.10, & 9, 14. Even so hath christ ordained, that they that Preach the Gospel, should live of the Gospel, Gal. 6.2. So fulfil the Law of christ, that is, of loving one Another:
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and officers, among them, whom he hath called to the profession of the Go•pel, He gives authority to some for edification, not to destruction, 2 Cor. 20.8. & 13, 10. Accord•ng to the power which the Lord hath given to edification, and not to destruction, Mark 13 34. as a man taking a far Journey, gave authority to his servants, NONLATINALPHABET the charge of his domestical affairs;
and Officers, among them, whom he hath called to the profession of the Go•pel, He gives Authority to Some for edification, not to destruction, 2 Cor. 20.8. & 13, 10. Accord•ng to the power which the Lord hath given to edification, and not to destruction, Mark 13 34. as a man taking a Far Journey, gave Authority to his Servants, the charge of his domestical affairs;
God hath set some in the Church, first Apostles, secondarily Prophets, thirdly teachers, &c. He appoints Ministers to be stewards, to distribute to every one in his family their due proportion, by way of feeding and governing,
God hath Set Some in the Church, First Apostles, secondarily prophets, Thirdly Teachers, etc. He appoints Ministers to be Stewards, to distribute to every one in his family their due proportion, by Way of feeding and governing,
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he appoints stewards and rulers over his houshold, to give every one their meat in due season, Mat. 24.45, and overseers to feed the Church of God, and to take care of his Flock, which he purchased with his own blood, Act. 20.28. to preach the Word, and dispense the Sacraments.
he appoints Stewards and Rulers over his household, to give every one their meat in due season, Mathew 24.45, and Overseers to feed the Church of God, and to take care of his Flock, which he purchased with his own blood, Act. 20.28. to preach the Word, and dispense the Sacraments.
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that is, the governing and ruling Church, which was invested with the power of binding and loosing, saith Cameron, ver 18, and the subject of the power of jurisdiction, to whom belong the censures of excomunication, absolution ▪ 1 Cor. 5.4, 5. By the power of the Lord Iesus Christ, &c. 5. Conferring gifts and temporal mercies and deliverances upon them, Eph. 4.7. To every one is given grace, according to the measure of the gift of Christ, gratia gratis data, gifts for edifying the Church. 6. Correcting them in this life for their miscarriages.
that is, the governing and ruling Church, which was invested with the power of binding and losing, Says Cameron, for 18, and the Subject of the power of jurisdiction, to whom belong the censures of excommunication, absolution ▪ 1 Cor. 5.4, 5. By the power of the Lord Iesus christ, etc. 5. Conferring Gifts and temporal Mercies and Deliverances upon them, Ephesians 4.7. To every one is given grace, according to the measure of the gift of christ, Gratia gratis data, Gifts for edifying the Church. 6. Correcting them in this life for their miscarriages.
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He judges them in this world, that they may not be condemned with the world, 1 Cor. 11.32. Rev. 3.19. As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten ▪ be zealous therefore and repent ▪ Rev. 2.16. Repent, or I will come unto thee quickly, and will fight against them with the sword of my mouth.
He judges them in this world, that they may not be condemned with the world, 1 Cor. 11.32. Rev. 3.19. As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten ▪ be zealous Therefore and Repent ▪ Rev. 2.16. repent, or I will come unto thee quickly, and will fight against them with the sword of my Mouth.
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His servants will never be faithful to him, nor find him faithful to them, if he did not sometimes chastise them. 7. Calling them to account in the end,
His Servants will never be faithful to him, nor find him faithful to them, if he did not sometime chastise them. 7. Calling them to account in the end,
and rewarding and punishing according to their works. Mat. 25.19. After a long-time the Lord of those servants cometh, and reckoneth with them, and gives them their hire (that had been labourers in the Vineyard) Mat. 20.8. All must stand before the judgment-seat of Christ, Rom. 14.10. 2 Cor. 5.10.
and rewarding and punishing according to their works. Mathew 25.19. After a long-time the Lord of those Servants comes, and Reckoneth with them, and gives them their hire (that had been labourers in the Vineyard) Mathew 20.8. All must stand before the judgment seat of christ, Rom. 14.10. 2 Cor. 5.10.
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the reward of these, is to be cast into utter darkness, Mat. 25.30. His faithful servants shall be rewarded with his presence, who served him in his absence,
the reward of these, is to be cast into utter darkness, Mathew 25.30. His faithful Servants shall be rewarded with his presence, who served him in his absence,
3. Christ hath yet a more special Lordship over true believers, living members of his body, that are justified and sanctified servants to him in their hearts, Rom. 14.18.
3. christ hath yet a more special Lordship over true believers, living members of his body, that Are justified and sanctified Servants to him in their hearts, Rom. 14.18.
and so his conquest of them, 2 Cor. 10.4. The former were members of the Church, these are the members of Christ, and this Lordship is exercised and put forth by his.
and so his conquest of them, 2 Cor. 10.4. The former were members of the Church, these Are the members of christ, and this Lordship is exercised and put forth by his.
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1. Drawing them in by effectual calling, making them willing in the day of his power, Psal. 110.3. as he is exalted to be a Prince and a Saviour, to give them repentance and remission of sins, Acts 5.31. putting his Laws into their minds, and writing them upon their hearts, Heb. 8.10.
1. Drawing them in by effectual calling, making them willing in the day of his power, Psalm 110.3. as he is exalted to be a Prince and a Saviour, to give them Repentance and remission of Sins, Acts 5.31. putting his Laws into their minds, and writing them upon their hearts, Hebrew 8.10.
& 10.4, 5. Pulling down of strong holds, and casting down reasonings and imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth it self against the knowledg of God,
& 10.4, 5. Pulling down of strong holds, and casting down reasonings and Imaginations, and every high thing that Exalteth it self against the knowledge of God,
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A• people prepared for the Lord, Luke 1.17. making them vessels unto honour, purged and sanctified, meet for their masters use, and prepared unto every good work, 2 Tim. 2.21.
A• people prepared for the Lord, Lycia 1.17. making them vessels unto honour, purged and sanctified, meet for their Masters use, and prepared unto every good work, 2 Tim. 2.21.
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if a burden, a back, I can do all things through Christ which strength•neth me, saith Paul, Phil. 4.13. as the Apostle laboured according to his working which worketh in him mightily, Col. 1.29.
if a burden, a back, I can do all things through christ which strength•neth me, Says Paul, Philip 4.13. as the Apostle laboured according to his working which works in him mightily, Col. 1.29.
So carrying them on in his ways with renewed strength, they walk and are not weary, they run and faint not. •sa. 40.28, 29, 30, 31. 4. Giving them freedom to, and in his work:
So carrying them on in his ways with renewed strength, they walk and Are not weary, they run and faint not. •sa. 40.28, 29, 30, 31. 4. Giving them freedom to, and in his work:
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He proclaims liberty to captives, and opening of prison to them that are bound, Isa. 61.1, 2. Rom 8.2. The Law of the spirit of life in Christ Iesus, hath made me free from the Law of sin and death.
He proclaims liberty to captives, and opening of prison to them that Are bound, Isaiah 61.1, 2. Rom 8.2. The Law of the Spirit of life in christ Iesus, hath made me free from the Law of since and death.
3. Removing the spirit of bondage, and restoring peace and joy to the soul: He gives them peace with him, Iohn 14.27. Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you, not as the world giveth give I unto you.
3. Removing the Spirit of bondage, and restoring peace and joy to the soul: He gives them peace with him, John 14.27. Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you, not as the world gives give I unto you.
From this Head (wherein dwells all fullness) all the body by joints and bands having nourishment ministred, increases with the increase of God, Col 2.19. The Lord is their shepherd, they shall not want, Psal. 23.1, and 84.11. Verily his houshold shall be fed, they shall want no good thing;
From this Head (wherein dwells all fullness) all the body by Joints and bans having nourishment ministered, increases with the increase of God, Col 2.19. The Lord is their shepherd, they shall not want, Psalm 23.1, and 84.11. Verily his household shall be fed, they shall want no good thing;
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He gives them all things pertaining to life and godliness, 2 Pet. 1.4, Even of outward necessaries they shall have what they want, if not what they would.
He gives them all things pertaining to life and godliness, 2 Pet. 1.4, Even of outward necessaries they shall have what they want, if not what they would.
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or with Ionah run away from their Master ▪ Micah 5.4, He shall stand and feed in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God, and they shall abide.
or with Jonah run away from their Master ▪ micah 5.4, He shall stand and feed in the strength of the Lord, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God, and they shall abide.
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as they to enter into it, Mat. 25.51, Well done good and faithful servant, thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things, enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.
as they to enter into it, Mathew 25.51, Well done good and faithful servant, thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things, enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.
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nor is the weight of their labours comparable to that of their Crown, and put in all their heavy sufferings too. Rev. 2.10, Be thou faithful unto death,
nor is the weight of their labours comparable to that of their Crown, and put in all their heavy sufferings too. Rev. 2.10, Be thou faithful unto death,
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1. By his hand of providence, concourse, and co-operation in the creature ▪ that Providence Christ speaks of in Iohn 5.17, 19, 22, My father worketh hitherto, and I work:
1. By his hand of providence, concourse, and cooperation in the creature ▪ that Providence christ speaks of in John 5.17, 19, 22, My father works hitherto, and I work:
receive chief power and authority from me, and exercise jurisdiction over al•) shall send forth the Rod of thy power, i. e. thy powerful and mighty Rod,
receive chief power and Authority from me, and exercise jurisdiction over al•) shall send forth the Rod of thy power, i. e. thy powerful and mighty Rod,
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Be thou Ruler, by thy word and spirit, notwithstanding all the resistance of thine enemies, 1 Pet. 3.19, By which a•so he went and preached to the spirits in prison ;
Be thou Ruler, by thy word and Spirit, notwithstanding all the resistance of thine enemies, 1 Pet. 3.19, By which a•so he went and preached to the spirits in prison;
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His Word worketh eff•ctually in all them that believe, 1 Thes. 2.13, and the Spirit of Truth, the Comforter which he promises to send, Iohn 14.16, 18, and 16.14, He shall receive of mine, and shall shew it unto on.
His Word works eff•ctually in all them that believe, 1 Thebes 2.13, and the Spirit of Truth, the Comforter which he promises to send, John 14.16, 18, and 16.14, He shall receive of mine, and shall show it unto on.
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2. The end or use of this threefold Lordship, why or for which he exercises it. 1. For his Fathers and his own glory, John 13.31, Now is the son of man glorified,
2. The end or use of this threefold Lordship, why or for which he exercises it. 1. For his Father's and his own glory, John 13.31, Now is the son of man glorified,
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as the first-born of every creature, or heir of all things. 2• For the salvation of his chosen, that he may give unto them eternal life, Iohn 17.2. Father, the hour is come, glorifie thy Son, that thy Son may also glorifie thee;
as the firstborn of every creature, or heir of all things. 2• For the salvation of his chosen, that he may give unto them Eternal life, John 17.2. Father, the hour is come, Glorify thy Son, that thy Son may also Glorify thee;
whatever opposeth the glory of God, and happiness of believers, his Lordship is exercised for the ruine and destruction of it. 1 Cor. 15.24, 25, Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God,
whatever Opposeth the glory of God, and happiness of believers, his Lordship is exercised for the ruin and destruction of it. 1 Cor. 15.24, 25, Then comes the end, when he shall have Delivered up the Kingdom to God,
and then adds concerning his enemies, that rage and take counsel against him, Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron, thou shalt dash them in pieces like a potters vessel ;
and then adds Concerning his enemies, that rage and take counsel against him, Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron, thou shalt dash them in Pieces like a potters vessel;
A true believer is under all these three Lordships. 1. Under the first as a man. 2. Under the second as a member of the Church. 3. Under the third, as a member of Christ.
A true believer is under all these three Lordship's. 1. Under the First as a man. 2. Under the second as a member of the Church. 3. Under the third, as a member of christ.
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in the first the attribute manifested is Power, in the other Grace; in the world he ruleth by his Providence, in the Church by his Testimonies: Psal. 93.1. The Lord reigneth, he is clothed with Majesty.
in the First the attribute manifested is Power, in the other Grace; in the world he Ruleth by his Providence, in the Church by his Testimonies: Psalm 93.1. The Lord Reigneth, he is clothed with Majesty.
and then he hath the (jus regendi) by immediate resultancy from his absolute propriety, supposing the nature of the Creature (to be a rational free agent) and the perfection of the Creator alone, which so qualifie one to be a subject,
and then he hath the (jus regendi) by immediate resultancy from his absolute propriety, supposing the nature of the Creature (to be a rational free agent) and the perfection of the Creator alone, which so qualify one to be a Subject,
and the other to be the Governour, that they are as it were the remotum fundamentum relationis: He that gave man his being, must needs be his rightful Governour and Lord,
and the other to be the Governor, that they Are as it were the remotum fundamentum relationis: He that gave man his being, must needs be his rightful Governor and Lord,
and that every tongue should confess that Iesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Act. 2.36. Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Iesus both Lord and Christ.
and that every tongue should confess that Iesus christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Act. 2.36. Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Iesus both Lord and christ.
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He has bought us with a price, 1 Cor. 6.20. A dear purchase, where the price was his precious blood, his own life. Rom. 14.9. For this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and living.
He has bought us with a price, 1 Cor. 6.20. A dear purchase, where the price was his precious blood, his own life. Rom. 14.9. For this end christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and living.
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We read in the Law, of servants bought with money, (NONLATINALPHABET), and 'tis but reason, he that hath paid a valuable consideration for a mans service, should have it:
We read in the Law, of Servants bought with money, (), and it's but reason, he that hath paid a valuable consideration for a men service, should have it:
Now Christ hath bought us not w•th corruptible things, as silver and gold, but with his own precious blood, 1 Pet. 1.16, 19. So that we are not our own,
Now christ hath bought us not w•th corruptible things, as silver and gold, but with his own precious blood, 1 Pet. 1.16, 19. So that we Are not our own,
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Secondly, The other Proposition in the Doctrine, though not expressed in the Text, yet necessarily implied, the relations being mutual, ( relativa sunt simul natura. ) That Christians are Christs servants, not as instruments to execute his Decree; So Nebuchadnezzar, Jer. 27.6. but they that out of a sense of his love resign themselves to do his will.
Secondly, The other Proposition in the Doctrine, though not expressed in the Text, yet necessarily implied, the relations being mutual, (relativa sunt simul Nature.) That Christians Are Christ Servants, not as Instruments to execute his decree; So Nebuchadnezzar, Jer. 27.6. but they that out of a sense of his love resign themselves to do his will.
A servant must attend and wait on his Master, and so the true Christian on Christ, 1 Cor. 7.35. That ye may attend upon the Lord without distraction. Col. 3.24. For ye serve the Lord Christ.
A servant must attend and wait on his Master, and so the true Christian on christ, 1 Cor. 7.35. That you may attend upon the Lord without distraction. Col. 3.24. For you serve the Lord christ.
The glorious Angels do it, Worthy is the Lamb that was slain, to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.
The glorious Angels do it, Worthy is the Lamb that was slave, to receive power, and riches, and Wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.
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Whereupon he made use of this device, coming one day into the Emperours presence, and of Arcadius his Son, (who ruled jointly with his Father) he made his humble obeisance to the Emperour himself,
Whereupon he made use of this device, coming one day into the emperors presence, and of Arcadius his Son, (who ruled jointly with his Father) he made his humble obeisance to the Emperor himself,
and shewed him all reverence, but passed by his Son, shewing him no respect at all, the Emperour was much offended, sharply reproves Amphilochius for this affront to his Son;
and showed him all Reverence, but passed by his Son, showing him no respect At all, the Emperor was much offended, sharply reproves Amphilochius for this affront to his Son;
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which while some were doing, Amphilochius turns himself to the Emperour and said, O Emperour, thou being but a man, canst not bear the contempt or disparagement of thy Son,
which while Some were doing, Amphilochius turns himself to the Emperor and said, Oh Emperor, thou being but a man, Canst not bear the contempt or disparagement of thy Son,
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how dost thou think the great God can bear the contempt of his Son, which the Arrians do cast upon him? The Emperour was much affected with this, beg'd the Bishops pardon, commended his ingenuity;
how dost thou think the great God can bear the contempt of his Son, which the Arians do cast upon him? The Emperor was much affected with this, begged the Bishops pardon, commended his ingenuity;
and did that now, which he had refused to do before. 2. With obedience to all his Laws and Commands, Mat. 17.5. This is my beloved Son, hear ye him.
and did that now, which he had refused to do before. 2. With Obedience to all his Laws and Commands, Mathew 17.5. This is my Beloved Son, hear you him.
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Obedience is the chief badg and character of a servant, Rom. 6.16. His servants ye are to whom ye obey. Eph. 6.5. Servants be obedient to your masters.
obedience is the chief badge and character of a servant, Rom. 6.16. His Servants you Are to whom you obey. Ephesians 6.5. Servants be obedient to your Masters.
There can be no better proof of service than obedience, and therefore the people said, Iosh. 24.24. The Lord our God will we serve, and his voice will we obey.
There can be no better proof of service than Obedience, and Therefore the people said, Joshua 24.24. The Lord our God will we serve, and his voice will we obey.
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yea, in that greatest trial of obedience, that ever we read any meer man to be put unto, being commanded to sacrifice his only Son, he never stumbled upon the bare signification of his pleasure:
yea, in that greatest trial of Obedience, that ever we read any mere man to be put unto, being commanded to sacrifice his only Son, he never stumbled upon the bore signification of his pleasure:
and care to please the person reverenced, Mal. 1.6. If I be a Master, where is my fear? Serve the Lord with fear, Psal. 2.11. Heb. 12.28. From which a care to please cannot be severed;
and care to please the person reverenced, Malachi 1.6. If I be a Master, where is my Fear? Serve the Lord with Fear, Psalm 2.11. Hebrew 12.28. From which a care to please cannot be severed;
Servants are to be obedient and to please their Masters or Lord in all things, Tit. 2.9 So must Christs servants study to walk worthy of him unto all well-pleasing, not much regarding what offence others take at him,
Servants Are to be obedient and to please their Masters or Lord in all things, Tit. 2.9 So must Christ Servants study to walk worthy of him unto all Well-pleasing, not much regarding what offence Others take At him,
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as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. Mat. 25.14. He delivers unto them his goods, of which they are to make account to him at his coming, they are not proprietarii, but depositarii ;
as good Stewards of the manifold grace of God. Mathew 25.14. He delivers unto them his goods, of which they Are to make account to him At his coming, they Are not proprietarii, but depositarii;
If our Lord have forgiven us our debts, much more should we forgive our fellow-servants, Mat. 18.32. Christ saith to his servants as Gideon to his Soldiers, Iudg. 7. What ye have seen me do, that do you.
If our Lord have forgiven us our debts, much more should we forgive our Fellow servants, Mathew 18.32. christ Says to his Servants as gideon to his Soldiers, Judges 7. What you have seen me do, that do you.
He that saith, he abideth in Christ, ought himself also to walk as he walked, 1 Joh. 2.6. Moses was a faithful servant in all his house, for he made all things according to the Pattern shewed him in the Mount.
He that Says, he Abideth in christ, ought himself also to walk as he walked, 1 John 2.6. Moses was a faithful servant in all his house, for he made all things according to the Pattern showed him in the Mount.
so seest thou not Christs obedience to his Parents, bounty in giving, love in forgiving, diligence in his calling, meekness and humility in his carriage;
so See thou not Christ Obedience to his Parents, bounty in giving, love in forgiving, diligence in his calling, meekness and humility in his carriage;
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we must do in reality what the Lawyer said in compliment, Master, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. Revel. 14.14. The Angels are Gods Ministers that do his pleasure, Psal. 103.21. A servant hath no will of his own, but hath given up his liberty to the directions and commands of others;
we must do in reality what the Lawyer said in compliment, Master, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. Revel. 14.14. The Angels Are God's Ministers that do his pleasure, Psalm 103.21. A servant hath no will of his own, but hath given up his liberty to the directions and commands of Others;
The Masters will is motive enough, 1 Thes. 4.3. and 5.18. 1 Pet. 2.15. This his will, if God will have it so, if Christ will have it so, it is enough to a faithful servant;
The Masters will is motive enough, 1 Thebes 4.3. and 5.18. 1 Pet. 2.15. This his will, if God will have it so, if christ will have it so, it is enough to a faithful servant;
and the glory of our Lord and Master. 5. To participate with him in his estate, both good and bad. Ioh. 12.26. If any man serve me, let him follow me, and where I am, there shall my servant be.
and the glory of our Lord and Master. 5. To participate with him in his estate, both good and bad. John 12.26. If any man serve me, let him follow me, and where I am, there shall my servant be.
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If they have called the master of the house Beelzebub, how much more shall they call them of his houshold? Servants must be contented to bear his Cross, whose priviledg it shall be to wear his Crown;
If they have called the master of the house Beelzebub, how much more shall they call them of his household? Servants must be contented to bear his Cross, whose privilege it shall be to wear his Crown;
He that is but a servant in the house, must not think to command whatsoever the house affordeth at his own pleasure, (that's the masters prerogative alone),
He that is but a servant in the house, must not think to command whatsoever the house affords At his own pleasure, (that's the Masters prerogative alone),
nor may he murmur against his master, with that ungracious servant in the Parable, Mat. 25.24. complaining of his hardness and austerity, if his allowance in some things fall short of his desire;
nor may he murmur against his master, with that ungracious servant in the Parable, Mathew 25.24. complaining of his hardness and austerity, if his allowance in Some things fallen short of his desire;
nay though he want either or both, he should be content without it, as grace and long experience had taught that faithful servant of Christ, Phil. 4.11, I have learned in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.
nay though he want either or both, he should be content without it, as grace and long experience had taught that faithful servant of christ, Philip 4.11, I have learned in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.
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How much more ought Christians to accept the punishment of their iniquity, when this gracious master shall think fit to exercise a little severity towards them, especially since he never strikes them but for their fault (such is his justice);
How much more ought Christians to accept the punishment of their iniquity, when this gracious master shall think fit to exercise a little severity towards them, especially since he never strikes them but for their fault (such is his Justice);
because he loves it, but because they need it, and because he loves them, Rev. 3.19. Servants must bear what they would not, as well as forbear what they would.
Because he loves it, but Because they need it, and Because he loves them, Rev. 3.19. Servants must bear what they would not, as well as forbear what they would.
And is content to refer all to him, knowing that though the vailes be uncertain, yet standing-wages are set and certain, great is their reward in Heaven ;
And is content to refer all to him, knowing that though the vails be uncertain, yet standing-wages Are Set and certain, great is their reward in Heaven;
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So when we were, mancipia peccati & diaboli, the Devils captives, and slaves of sin, in which condition if we had lived and died after a hard and toilsome service in the mean time, our wages in the end should have been eternal death;
So when we were, mancipia peccati & Diaboli, the Devils captives, and slaves of since, in which condition if we had lived and died After a hard and toilsome service in the mean time, our wages in the end should have been Eternal death;
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Christ by his death, hath conquered sin and Satan, and freed us from that wretched thraldom, to this end, that being delivered out of the hands of all our enemies, we might serve him without fear, in holiness and righteousness,
christ by his death, hath conquered since and Satan, and freed us from that wretched thraldom, to this end, that being Delivered out of the hands of all our enemies, we might serve him without Fear, in holiness and righteousness,
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hath given us unto Christ that we should serve him, as well as be saved by him, Isa. 44.21, Remember, O Iacob, thou art my servant, I have formed thee, thou art my servant O Israel:
hath given us unto christ that we should serve him, as well as be saved by him, Isaiah 44.21, remember, Oh Iacob, thou art my servant, I have formed thee, thou art my servant Oh Israel:
They have given themselves to the Lord that are real Christians, 2. Cor. 8.5. 'Tis by their own consent and contract, Rom. 6.13. Yeild up your selves unto God, &c. Christ loves to have his right and title established.
They have given themselves to the Lord that Are real Christians, 2. Cor. 8.5. It's by their own consent and contract, Rom. 6.13. Yield up your selves unto God, etc. christ loves to have his right and title established.
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and this resignation must be made out of a sense of Christs love to us in his death and sufferings, 2 Cor. 5.15, Christ died, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves,
and this resignation must be made out of a sense of Christ love to us in his death and sufferings, 2 Cor. 5.15, christ died, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves,
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as, 1. Civil, Prov. 8.15, By me Kings reign, and Princes decree Iustice. 2. Ecclesiastical, 2 Cor. 10.8. That power which the Apostle had was derived from Christ;
as, 1. Civil, Curae 8.15, By me Kings Reign, and Princes Decree Justice 2. Ecclesiastical, 2 Cor. 10.8. That power which the Apostle had was derived from christ;
For though I should boast something more of the Authority which the Lord hath given us for Edification and not for Destruction. 3. Inward and spiritual. Mar. 16.20. They preached every where, the Lord working with them:
For though I should boast something more of the authority which the Lord hath given us for Edification and not for Destruction. 3. Inward and spiritual. Mar. 16.20. They preached every where, the Lord working with them:
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When the lame man was healed, and the Apostle examined by what power, or by what name they had done it? Peter answered, Acts 4.10, Be it known unto you all, t•at by the name of Iesus of Nazareth this man doth stand before you whole.
When the lame man was healed, and the Apostle examined by what power, or by what name they had done it? Peter answered, Acts 4.10, Be it known unto you all, t•at by the name of Iesus of Nazareth this man does stand before you Whole.
2. In regard of matters and acts, outward, inward, Godward, manward, civil, spiritual, all come under his cognizance, Eph. 6.5, 6. Col. 3.23, Rom. 14.18, in all these things we are to serve Christ, 3. In regard of places;
2. In regard of matters and acts, outward, inward, Godward, manward, civil, spiritual, all come under his cognizance, Ephesians 6.5, 6. Col. 3.23, Rom. 14.18, in all these things we Are to serve christ, 3. In regard of places;
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Not that he governs not in Heaven and Earth, for though his kingdom be not of this world, Rex tamen est in hoc mundo, Bern. when Pilate had openly declared whose accusation it was, Jesus plainly tells him, that his Kingdom was not secular, but spiritual; not of this world:
Not that he governs not in Heaven and Earth, for though his Kingdom be not of this world, Rex tamen est in hoc mundo, Bern. when Pilate had openly declared whose accusation it was, jesus plainly tells him, that his Kingdom was not secular, but spiritual; not of this world:
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and upon his kingdom to order it, and to establish it with judgment and justice, from henceforth even for ever, Isa 9.7, Luke 1.33. He is the King immortal, 1 Tim. 1.17. Death the King of terrors, and terror of Kings, is subdued by this Lord;
and upon his Kingdom to order it, and to establish it with judgement and Justice, from henceforth even for ever, Isaiah 9.7, Lycia 1.33. He is the King immortal, 1 Tim. 1.17. Death the King of terrors, and terror of Kings, is subdued by this Lord;
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and endless labour (but a prudent man, who orders his affairs with discretion and deliberation, his commands are but once obeyed, his work is soon done);
and endless labour (but a prudent man, who order his affairs with discretion and deliberation, his commands Are but once obeyed, his work is soon done);
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as his Master himself is, so his Commandments are immutable and invariable, without so much as a shadow of change, Iam. 1.17. That was a needless cavil, and meer peevishness and selfishness in Ionah, Ionah 4.2. 10. He is a most knowing and discerning Lord.
as his Master himself is, so his commandments Are immutable and invariable, without so much as a shadow of change, Iam. 1.17. That was a needless cavil, and mere peevishness and selfishness in Jonah, Jonah 4.2. 10. He is a most knowing and discerning Lord.
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and As a father pitieth his children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear him, Psal. 103.13, 14, And spareth them, as a father his son that serveth him, Mal. 3.17, hath more tender bowels than a mother. Isa. 49.15.
and As a father Pitieth his children, so the Lord Pitieth them that Fear him, Psalm 103.13, 14, And spares them, as a father his son that serves him, Malachi 3.17, hath more tender bowels than a mother. Isaiah 49.15.
He stoopt so low as to wash his Disciples feet. 2. Hereafter; Luke 12.37, Blessed are those servants, whom the Lord, when he cometh, shall find watching:
He stooped so low as to wash his Disciples feet. 2. Hereafter; Lycia 12.37, Blessed Are those Servants, whom the Lord, when he comes, shall find watching:
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He shall gird himself, &c. Lord (saith one) did I not think that the cheer and the attendance were both one, I should say the attendance were infinitely better than the meat.
He shall gird himself, etc. Lord (Says one) did I not think that the cheer and the attendance were both one, I should say the attendance were infinitely better than the meat.
and having suffered himself, being tempted, he is able to succour them that are tempted, Heb. 2.18. We have not an highpriest, that cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities;
and having suffered himself, being tempted, he is able to succour them that Are tempted, Hebrew 2.18. We have not an High Priest, that cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities;
but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin, Heb 4.15, and 5.2, Who can have compassion on the ignorant, and them that are out of the way.
but was in all points tempted like as we Are, yet without since, Hebrew 4.15, and 5.2, Who can have compassion on the ignorant, and them that Are out of the Way.
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He cannot only NONLATINALPHABET, but NONLATINALPHABET, bear part in our afflictions, but bear with us in our infirmities, being thorowly (and not lightly) touched with the feeling of our infirmities.
He cannot only, but, bear part in our afflictions, but bear with us in our infirmities, being thoroughly (and not lightly) touched with the feeling of our infirmities.
He is sensible of his servants wrong, when tempted, seduced, ( Rev. 2.20, To seduce my servants ) as well as fensible of their grief when wronged and persecuted;
He is sensible of his Servants wrong, when tempted, seduced, (Rev. 2.20, To seduce my Servants) as well as fensible of their grief when wronged and persecuted;
or as Tully reports of Caesar, that he was never heard to say to his Soldiers, Ite illuc, but venite huc. So Christ leads by example, his voice is follow me, Iuvat idem, qui jubet.
or as Tully reports of Caesar, that he was never herd to say to his Soldiers, Item Illuc, but venite huc. So christ leads by Exampl, his voice is follow me, Iuvat idem, qui jubet.
he puts them to no work, wherein he doth not help them. Herein he goes beyond all other Masters, who can toil and task their Servants sufficiently, but cannot strengthen them.
he puts them to no work, wherein he does not help them. Herein he Goes beyond all other Masters, who can toil and task their Servants sufficiently, but cannot strengthen them.
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for then they change not their Master for another, but their work for a better; or rather for their wages, Psal. 138.3. Isa. 40 ▪ 28, 29, 30, 31. Ioel. 2.29. 16. He is a most faithful Master;
for then they change not their Master for Another, but their work for a better; or rather for their wages, Psalm 138.3. Isaiah 40 ▪ 28, 29, 30, 31. Joel 2.29. 16. He is a most faithful Master;
he keeps, secures and vindicates all his Servants, he preserves them and provides for them, gives them all things pertaining to life and godliness, 2 Pet. 1.4, comforts them with exceeding great and precious promises;
he keeps, secures and vindicates all his Servants, he preserves them and provides for them, gives them all things pertaining to life and godliness, 2 Pet. 1.4, comforts them with exceeding great and precious promises;
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nay, his wants meat and drink? How can they want, whose friend hath, and is all things? A Servant of Christ may be sick, persecuted, scorned, imprisoned, but never unsafe:
nay, his Wants meat and drink? How can they want, whose friend hath, and is all things? A Servant of christ may be sick, persecuted, scorned, imprisoned, but never unsafe:
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18. He is a most bountiful Lord and Master, and abundantly rewards any service that's done to him aright, th•ugh never so little, Luk. 19.17. He pays his servants most bountifully, Well done thou good servant;
18. He is a most bountiful Lord and Master, and abundantly rewards any service that's done to him aright, th•ugh never so little, Luk. 19.17. He pays his Servants most bountifully, Well done thou good servant;
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because thou hast been faithful in a very little, have thou authority over ten cities, Mat. 10.42. He that receiveth a Prophet in the name of a Prophet ▪ and a righteous man in the name of a righteous man;
Because thou hast been faithful in a very little, have thou Authority over ten cities, Mathew 10.42. He that receives a Prophet in the name of a Prophet ▪ and a righteous man in the name of a righteous man;
and whosoever shall give to drink to one of these little ones a cup of cold water only in the name of a disciple, veri•y I say unto you he shall in no wise lose his reward.
and whosoever shall give to drink to one of these little ones a cup of cold water only in the name of a disciple, veri•y I say unto you he shall in no wise loose his reward.
19. This Lord is the most dreadful adversary, he will sharply and severely punish evil servants, who say in their hearts, the Lord delays his comin•, Mat. 24.48, 49, 50, 51. & 25.30. Cast ye the unprofitable servant into utter darkness, there shall be weeping and wailing, and gnashing of teeth.
19. This Lord is the most dreadful adversary, he will sharply and severely Punish evil Servants, who say in their hearts, the Lord delays his comin•, Mathew 24.48, 49, 50, 51. & 25.30. Cast you the unprofitable servant into utter darkness, there shall be weeping and wailing, and gnashing of teeth.
He that knew his Lords will, and prepared not himself, neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many stripes, Luk. 12.47. 1 Thes. 1.8. He will come in flaming fire to take vengeance on his adversaries.
He that knew his lords will, and prepared not himself, neither did according to his will, shall be beaten with many stripes, Luk. 12.47. 1 Thebes 1.8. He will come in flaming fire to take vengeance on his Adversaries.
for he makes all his faithful servants sharers with him in his wealth and honour. They shall enter into the joy of their Lord, Mat. 25.21. Sit in Thrones with him, wear never-fading Crowns, and inherit his everlasting Kingdom.
for he makes all his faithful Servants sharers with him in his wealth and honour. They shall enter into the joy of their Lord, Mathew 25.21. Fit in Thrones with him, wear never-fading Crowns, and inherit his everlasting Kingdom.
Thus without the wisdom of the world, Christ overcomes the wisdom of the world, and by the foolishness of Preaching (as men count foolishness) saveth those that believe, 1 Cor. 1.21. The foolishness of God is wiser than men, i.e. those instruments which Christ employs, how foolish soever men count them, shall foil all the wisdom of man.
Thus without the Wisdom of the world, christ overcomes the Wisdom of the world, and by the foolishness of Preaching (as men count foolishness) Saveth those that believe, 1 Cor. 1.21. The foolishness of God is Wiser than men, i.e. those Instruments which christ employs, how foolish soever men count them, shall foil all the Wisdom of man.
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We should not only come to him for ease for our souls, but to take his yoke on our necks and follow him, Mat. 11.28, 29. Men would have Christ to redeem them, and Satan rule them;
We should not only come to him for ease for our Souls, but to take his yoke on our necks and follow him, Mathew 11.28, 29. Men would have christ to Redeem them, and Satan Rule them;
If it be not the language of their tongues, yet 'tis of their lives with most men, NONLATINALPHABET, We will not have this man to reign over us, Luk. 19.14. there it sticks, the carnal mind is enmity to the Law;
If it be not the language of their tongues, yet it's of their lives with most men,, We will not have this man to Reign over us, Luk. 19.14. there it sticks, the carnal mind is enmity to the Law;
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and carnal hearts are ready to say, our lips are our own, who is lord over us? to be controul'd for every word, every thought, every action, we cannot endure it.
and carnal hearts Are ready to say, our lips Are our own, who is lord over us? to be controlled for every word, every Thought, every actium, we cannot endure it.
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and those that do the will of God, Mat. 7.22, 23, & 24.47, 51. He shall make the one ruler over his goods, the other cut him asunder, Mat. 25.21, 28, 30. 4. It may inform us what the state of a Christian is:
and those that do the will of God, Mathew 7.22, 23, & 24.47, 51. He shall make the one ruler over his goods, the other Cut him asunder, Mathew 25.21, 28, 30. 4. It may inform us what the state of a Christian is:
1. He is not his own, not sui juris, but a servant to Christ, 1 Cor. 6.19. Ye are not your own ; and 1 Cor. 7.22. He that is most free in other respects, is Christs servant;
1. He is not his own, not sui Juris, but a servant to christ, 1 Cor. 6.19. You Are not your own; and 1 Cor. 7.22. He that is most free in other respects, is Christ servant;
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How far should any of his servants be from expecting that he should give an account of any of his actions to them? it should suffice them, that whatever befalls them, it is from the Lord.
How Far should any of his Servants be from expecting that he should give an account of any of his actions to them? it should suffice them, that whatever befalls them, it is from the Lord.
whensoever he commands the hardest duties, inflicts the smartest stripes, &c. every servant of Christ should stop their murmuring-mouths with this, the Lord will have it thus;
whensoever he commands the Hardest duties, inflicts the Smartest stripes, etc. every servant of christ should stop their murmuring-mouths with this, the Lord will have it thus;
3. Neither may any Christian think himself Lord of the Church, or his Brethren, 1 Pet. 5.3. Neither as being lords over Gods heritage, but being ensamples to the flock.
3. Neither may any Christian think himself Lord of the Church, or his Brothers, 1 Pet. 5.3. Neither as being Lords over God's heritage, but being ensamples to the flock.
The word NONLATINALPHABET, dominantes, is not to be understood of tyrannizing and bearing unlawful rule, or usurped dominion (as Bellarmine would have it) but exercising Lordship, the same which Christ forbids the Apostles in the same word, Mat. 20.25. as Bernard tells Pope Eugenius, Ne dictum sola humilitate putes, non veritate vox domini est, reges gentium dominantur eis vos autem non sic.
The word, dominantes, is not to be understood of tyrannizing and bearing unlawful Rule, or usurped dominion (as Bellarmine would have it) but exercising Lordship, the same which christ forbids the Apostles in the same word, Mathew 20.25. as Bernard tells Pope Eugenius, Ne dictum sola humilitate putes, non veritate vox domini est, reges gentium dominantur eis vos autem non sic.
or carping Magisterially and insolently towards Gods people, (as Amet. ) But the use of that authority in the Ecclesiastical office, which it is lawful for Princes to exercise towards their subjects, (saith Beza ) Omnes enim esse unius legislatoris & domini servos, &c. Have Ministers no authority? Yes, saith he, not over the consciences of men,
or carping Magisterially and insolently towards God's people, (as Amet.) But the use of that Authority in the Ecclesiastical office, which it is lawful for Princes to exercise towards their subject's, (Says Beza) Omnes enim esse unius Legislatoris & domini servos, etc. Have Ministers no Authority? Yes, Says he, not over the Consciences of men,
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No Church, no Council can make Laws but in Christ, the compound and the simple word are used (one by Matthew and Mark, the other by Luke ) in the same sense;
No Church, no Council can make Laws but in christ, the compound and the simple word Are used (one by Matthew and Mark, the other by Lycia) in the same sense;
1. No Christian can bind the conscience in internal or elicite acts, 2 Cor. 1.24. Not that we have dominion over your faith, but as helpers of your joy, NONLATINALPHABET, ( i e. NONLATINALPHABET), the Apostle adds this, left he should seem to have spoken too imperiously:
1. No Christian can bind the conscience in internal or elicit acts, 2 Cor. 1.24. Not that we have dominion over your faith, but as helpers of your joy,, (i e.), the Apostle adds this, left he should seem to have spoken too imperiously:
or spiritual, from Christ, Pro. 8.15, By me Kings reign, and Princes decree Iustice. 2 Cor. 10.8. 1 Thes. 5.12. We beseech you Brethren, know them who labour among you, and are over you in the Lord.
or spiritual, from christ, Pro 8.15, By me Kings Reign, and Princes Decree Justice 2 Cor. 10.8. 1 Thebes 5.12. We beseech you Brothers, know them who labour among you, and Are over you in the Lord.
3. As a Christian no man hath civil power over his Brother, or the Church, or over men, Mat. 20.26. It shall not be so among you, that as the Gentiles exercise authority and dominion over them.
3. As a Christian no man hath civil power over his Brother, or the Church, or over men, Mathew 20.26. It shall not be so among you, that as the Gentiles exercise Authority and dominion over them.
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and that they may know themselves not to be absolute Lords, but derivatively and secundum quid. Herod became worms-meat, who but just now was a meer idol and cryed up, &c. God would not bear it.
and that they may know themselves not to be absolute lords, but derivatively and secundum quid. Herod became Wormsmeat, who but just now was a mere idol and cried up, etc. God would not bear it.
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1. It dissolves not, but confirms natural and civil Lordship and subjection, as between master and servant, 1 Tim. 6.1, 2, Let as many servants as are under the yoke, count their own masters worthy of all honour, (but what if they be both believers, are they not Brethren) yes;
1. It dissolves not, but confirms natural and civil Lordship and subjection, as between master and servant, 1 Tim. 6.1, 2, Let as many Servants as Are under the yoke, count their own Masters worthy of all honour, (but what if they be both believers, Are they not Brothers) yes;
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He may subordinately, but not absolutely, for God will have the s•rvice of the whole man. 1 Cor. 7.21, 23, Art thou called being a servant? care not for it:
He may subordinately, but not absolutely, for God will have the s•rvice of the Whole man. 1 Cor. 7.21, 23, Art thou called being a servant? care not for it:
If ye be at liberty, do not of your own accord make your selves servants, but consecrate your selves intirely, Body and Soul, to the service of Christ;
If you be At liberty, do not of your own accord make your selves Servants, but consecrate your selves entirely, Body and Soul, to the service of christ;
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7. It teaches us, that all doctrines and practices are to be abhorred, which derogate from the dignity of this our Lord and Master. 1. Doctrines, especially the Popish, which deprave our redemption purchased by this Lord, by the doctrine of merits;
7. It Teaches us, that all doctrines and practices Are to be abhorred, which derogate from the dignity of this our Lord and Master. 1. Doctrines, especially the Popish, which deprave our redemption purchased by this Lord, by the Doctrine of merits;
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Hardly is any Servant so low spirited, as to think it consistent with his credit to serve a disgraced Master ▪ they that truly call Christ Lord, will never endure that his glory should suffer from others, much less from themselves. 3. Our own unsuitable practices.
Hardly is any Servant so low spirited, as to think it consistent with his credit to serve a disgraced Master ▪ they that truly call christ Lord, will never endure that his glory should suffer from Others, much less from themselves. 3. Our own unsuitable practices.
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for acting thus heathe•ishly, thus brutishly, they do but pollute that sacred and worthy name; the Apostle saith, I am not (NONLATINALPHABET ut NONLATINALPHABET) 1 Cor. 9.21. Not without the law to God, but under the law to Christ. This leads to Second use of reprehension:
for acting thus heathe•ishly, thus brutishly, they do but pollute that sacred and worthy name; the Apostle Says, I am not (ut) 1 Cor. 9.21. Not without the law to God, but under the law to christ. This leads to Second use of reprehension:
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they cannot endure restraints, are as bullocks unaccustomed to the yoke, Ier. 31.18. Are all for breaking bonds and dissolving cords. Psal. 2.4. Bursting the yoke altogether. Ier. 5.5.
they cannot endure restraints, Are as bullocks unaccustomed to the yoke, Jeremiah 31.18. are all for breaking bonds and dissolving cords. Psalm 2.4. Bursting the yoke altogether. Jeremiah 5.5.
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They cannot endure to hear of denying their fashions, renouncing their lusts and pleasures forsaking their vain, worldly, wanton thoughts, and ways;
They cannot endure to hear of denying their fashions, renouncing their Lustiest and pleasures forsaking their vain, worldly, wanton thoughts, and ways;
what every thought, every desire, every word, must be under a Law! So much time spent in duties, such gravity in conversation, such awe in their speeches!
what every Thought, every desire, every word, must be under a Law! So much time spent in duties, such gravity in Conversation, such awe in their Speeches!
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No vain licentious Spirits will not be clogged and yoked thus, what a weariness is it, Mal. 1.13. Sacrifice upon Sacrifice, such waiting upon God they cannot endure, their spirits are impatient, and recoil with the more violence upon reproof;
No vain licentious Spirits will not be clogged and yoked thus, what a weariness is it, Malachi 1.13. Sacrifice upon Sacrifice, such waiting upon God they cannot endure, their spirits Are impatient, and recoil with the more violence upon reproof;
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and storm and vex, which argues much nonsubjection to the Lord Christ. Hear ye and give ear, be not proud, Ier. 13.15. These are flat refusers. Luke 19.14. We will not have this man to reign over us.
and storm and vex, which argues much nonsubjection to the Lord christ. Hear you and give ear, be not proud, Jeremiah 13.15. These Are flat refusers. Lycia 19.14. We will not have this man to Reign over us.
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Secondly, Such as name themselves Christs servants, and are content to wear his livery, but do not mind this state cordially, and follow it constantly.
Secondly, Such as name themselves Christ Servants, and Are content to wear his livery, but do not mind this state cordially, and follow it constantly.
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And then how many are but temporary, of whom we may justly say, what Nabal did unjustly of David, there are many servants now-adays that break away every man from his Master.
And then how many Are but temporary, of whom we may justly say, what Nabal did unjustly of David, there Are many Servants nowadays that break away every man from his Master.
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Yesterday Gods people, and to day are turned knaves. Better they had never known the way of Righteousness, 2 Peter 2.21. A relapse makes their condition worse.
Yesterday God's people, and to day Are turned knaves. Better they had never known the Way of Righteousness, 2 Peter 2.21. A relapse makes their condition Worse.
He that first served sin, and then turned to the service of Christ, and afterwards falls again to the service of sin, proclaims to all the World that he esteems that better;
He that First served since, and then turned to the service of christ, and afterwards falls again to the service of since, proclaims to all the World that he esteems that better;
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the judgment of the hardned Iews and blinded Gentiles. We read of one given over to the Devil for his good, 1 Cor. 5 ▪ 5, but never any given over to himself, but for his damnation.
the judgement of the hardened Iews and blinded Gentiles. We read of one given over to the devil for his good, 1 Cor. 5 ▪ 5, but never any given over to himself, but for his damnation.
Austin prays, libera me domine a memetipso, self is mans greatest and most dangerous enemy; we are naturally self-destroyers; without self-denyal, no Salvation.
Austin prays, Libera me domine a memetipso, self is men greatest and most dangerous enemy; we Are naturally self-destroyers; without self-denial, no Salvation.
That is, (saith Ambrose ) subject not your consciences to the superstitious inventious of men in Gods worship, that build their Religion on mans bare Authority, as Papists ;
That is, (Says Ambrose) Subject not your Consciences to the superstitious inventious of men in God's worship, that built their Religion on men bore authority, as Papists;
He sends for all his Counsel, and asked them, if they had any Law in Persia, to allow him to marry his own Sister? They answered that there was no such Law;
He sends for all his Counsel, and asked them, if they had any Law in Persiam, to allow him to marry his own Sister? They answered that there was no such Law;
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menservers, and men pleasers, are worthy of sharp reprehension, Ephes. 6.6. 3. Such as serve not the Lord, but their own belly, Rom. 16.18, Whose god is their belly. Phil. 3.19. Love their pleasures more than God ;
menservers, and men pleasers, Are worthy of sharp reprehension, Ephesians 6.6. 3. Such as serve not the Lord, but their own belly, Rom. 16.18, Whose god is their belly. Philip 3.19. Love their pleasures more than God;
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that serve and fulfill the lusts of the flesh; such an one that lives in pleasure, is dead while he lives, 1 Tim. 5.6. Ye cannot make provision for the flesh to fulfill the lusts thereof, and fulfill the will of God too, Rom. 13. ult. to rot in pleasures, makes men utterly uncapable of serving the Lord, Tit. 3.3. Serving divers lusts and pleasures, which is the worst slavery;
that serve and fulfil the Lustiest of the Flesh; such an one that lives in pleasure, is dead while he lives, 1 Tim. 5.6. You cannot make provision for the Flesh to fulfil the Lustiest thereof, and fulfil the will of God too, Rom. 13. ult. to rot in pleasures, makes men utterly uncapable of serving the Lord, Tit. 3.3. Serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, which is the worst slavery;
and heaven slighted? What hath the world done for its most faithful servants? How oft have we heard them complaining at last, O the world hath deceived me, and undone me;
and heaven slighted? What hath the world done for its most faithful Servants? How oft have we herd them complaining At last, Oh the world hath deceived me, and undone me;
nor have left me thus comfortless and hopeless in my depth of misery. 5. Time-servers, that change their Religion with the times, are not servants of the Lord;
nor have left me thus comfortless and hopeless in my depth of misery. 5. Time-servers, that change their Religion with the times, Are not Servants of the Lord;
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It was the speech of a time-server, that was said to be spoken by the King of Navarre to Beza, That he would lanch no further into the sea of Religion,
It was the speech of a timeserver, that was said to be spoken by the King of Navarre to Beza, That he would launch no further into the sea of Religion,
This is a most shameful and pernicious service, for it is to serve the Devil, Ioh. 8.44. O that the world would believe this, that when they serve this or that lust, they serve the Devil.
This is a most shameful and pernicious service, for it is to serve the devil, John 8.44. O that the world would believe this, that when they serve this or that lust, they serve the devil.
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if sin had not put out your eyes, as the Philistines did by Sampson, that you cannot see the vileness and cursedness of it, you would nev•r grind in its mill;
if since had not put out your eyes, as the philistines did by Sampson, that you cannot see the vileness and cursedness of it, you would nev•r grind in its mill;
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and embrace Christs service. 2. To Christs servants, to take care to be such servants, and perform such service as shall be found good and faithful, approved by Christ.
and embrace Christ service. 2. To Christ Servants, to take care to be such Servants, and perform such service as shall be found good and faithful, approved by christ.
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we must either resign up our selves to this excellent Lord, or we cannot be true Christians, 2 Cor. 8.5. this is the essence of Christianity, and life of Religion, and marrow of Profession.
we must either resign up our selves to this excellent Lord, or we cannot be true Christians, 2 Cor. 8.5. this is the essence of Christianity, and life of Religion, and marrow of Profession.
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O that your hearts would once at last say, as 'tis foretold of Gospel times, Isa. 44.5. I am the Lords, other Lords have had dominion over me, but henceforth by thee only will I make mention of thy name.
Oh that your hearts would once At last say, as it's foretold of Gospel times, Isaiah 44.5. I am the lords, other lords have had dominion over me, but henceforth by thee only will I make mention of thy name.
or to sin) ye are our gods, for with thee (O Lord) poor lost creatures find mercy, Hos. 14.3. Whatever your neighbours, acquaintance or kindred, let them chuse whom they will serve, yet we are resolved for our part, we will serve the Lord, Iosh. 24.15.
or to since) you Are our God's, for with thee (Oh Lord) poor lost creatures find mercy, Hos. 14.3. Whatever your neighbours, acquaintance or kindred, let them choose whom they will serve, yet we Are resolved for our part, we will serve the Lord, Joshua 24.15.
O my friends, what say you to this motion? what answer give you to this invitation? is it not most reasonable and considerable? you are prest to come to Christ,
Oh my Friends, what say you to this motion? what answer give you to this invitation? is it not most reasonable and considerable? you Are pressed to come to christ,
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and take his yoke, and bow the knee before him, &c. What will you do? will every one of you give up himself to Christ, resign soul and body to the service of this glorious Lord? Have you found or ever heard of any thing in him that may deter you? what iniquity have you seen in him that you keep at distance from him,
and take his yoke, and bow the knee before him, etc. What will you do? will every one of you give up himself to christ, resign soul and body to the service of this glorious Lord? Have you found or ever herd of any thing in him that may deter you? what iniquity have you seen in him that you keep At distance from him,
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and walk after vanity? Is he not worthy of your love? not good enough to be your Master? can you bestow your selves better? employ your selves more profitably? what sticks it at? would you take time to consider of it,
and walk After vanity? Is he not worthy of your love? not good enough to be your Master? can you bestow your selves better? employ your selves more profitably? what sticks it At? would you take time to Consider of it,
why do you spend your money for that which is not bread, and your labour for that which satisfieth not? Hearken diligently unto me, eat ye that which is good,
why do you spend your money for that which is not bred, and your labour for that which Satisfieth not? Harken diligently unto me, eat you that which is good,
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Isa 55.2, 3, 4, 7. How long ye simple ones will ye love simplicity, and fools delight in folly? turn ye at my reproof: Forsake the foolish and live;
Isaiah 55.2, 3, 4, 7. How long you simple ones will you love simplicity, and Fools delight in folly? turn you At my reproof: Forsake the foolish and live;
What answer shall I return from you to him that sent me? The great work (you know) of us Ministers, is to perswade men to become Christs covenanting Servants, to consent to his Laws, and acknowledg his Lordship;
What answer shall I return from you to him that sent me? The great work (you know) of us Ministers, is to persuade men to become Christ covenanting Servants, to consent to his Laws, and acknowledge his Lordship;
Tribute to whom tribute, fear to whom fear, honour to whom honour, Rom. 13.7. It is a common principle among you, which nature teacheth, that you deal righteously with men, owe no man any thing, do no man wrong;
Tribute to whom tribute, Fear to whom Fear, honour to whom honour, Rom. 13.7. It is a Common principle among you, which nature Teaches, that you deal righteously with men, owe no man any thing, do no man wrong;
And if we may not deny unto Caesar the things that are Caesars, it is but right we should also give unto God the things that are Gods by so many just titles.
And if we may not deny unto Caesar the things that Are Caesars, it is but right we should also give unto God the things that Are God's by so many just titles.
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if any question his Title, I will justifie it, and make it good, let the case come to tryal, on condition that whoever is convinced shall yield subjection:
if any question his Title, I will justify it, and make it good, let the case come to trial, on condition that whoever is convinced shall yield subjection:
Let me ask you then, Did not he make you, and not ye your selves, Psal. 95.6? and does not he preserve and sustain you? and ye are the Sheep of his pasture, Vers. 7? Did not Christ purchase you with his own blood, 1 Pet. 1.18? Were you not the dearest purchase,
Let me ask you then, Did not he make you, and not you your selves, Psalm 95.6? and does not he preserve and sustain you? and you Are the Sheep of his pasture, Vers. 7? Did not christ purchase you with his own blood, 1 Pet. 1.18? Were you not the dearest purchase,
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and was not the greatest price paid for you that ever the world heard of? Well, what say you to this Title? Doth not justice give every one his own? and are not you Christs? If there be any creature in Heaven or Earth, that can lay a better claim,
and was not the greatest price paid for you that ever the world herd of? Well, what say you to this Title? Does not Justice give every one his own? and Are not you Christ? If there be any creature in Heaven or Earth, that can lay a better claim,
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Now judg with your selves, I appeal to your own Consciences, whether this incomparable favour do not lay an unavoidable obligation upon us, to devote our selves wholly to him? 2 Cor. 5.14, 15. If after Christ hath stoopt so low,
Now judge with your selves, I appeal to your own Consciences, whither this incomparable favour do not lay an unavoidable obligation upon us, to devote our selves wholly to him? 2 Cor. 5.14, 15. If After christ hath stooped so low,
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as to become man, and was made under the Law, and being in the likeness of sinful flesh, bore our infirmities and sorrows, lay under the frowns o• his Father,
as to become man, and was made under the Law, and being in the likeness of sinful Flesh, boar our infirmities and sorrows, lay under the frowns o• his Father,
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if after all this we should neglect his Salvation, reject his Soveraignty, Would not the Heavens blush at this unheard of ingratitude? and the very bruits rise up in judgment against us and condemn us? The Ox knows his owner,
if After all this we should neglect his Salvation, reject his Sovereignty, Would not the Heavens blush At this unheard of ingratitude? and the very bruits rise up in judgement against us and condemn us? The Ox knows his owner,
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and the Ass his Masters crib: but Israel doth not know, my people doth not consider, Isa. 13. Jer. 8.7, 8. 3. Resign your selves to this blessed Lord, for he deserves you, he is worthy of you;
and the Ass his Masters crib: but Israel does not know, my people does not Consider, Isaiah 13. Jer. 8.7, 8. 3. Resign your selves to this blessed Lord, for he deserves you, he is worthy of you;
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His yoke is easie and his burthen light his ways are ways of pleasantness, and all his paths are peace, Prov. 3.17. His service is freedom, and his work wages;
His yoke is easy and his burden Light his ways Are ways of pleasantness, and all his paths Are peace, Curae 3.17. His service is freedom, and his work wages;
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Who would not chuse him to be their Lord, when (whether they will or no) he will be their Lord? Who would not desire to be ruled and guided by his Testimonies, rather than to be suppressed and destroyed by his Providence? We must all either bow the knee,
Who would not choose him to be their Lord, when (whither they will or not) he will be their Lord? Who would not desire to be ruled and guided by his Testimonies, rather than to be suppressed and destroyed by his Providence? We must all either bow the knee,
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Were it not better to take hold of his strength by Faith, than his strength should take hold of us in displeasure and wrath? and to feel the efficacy of his grace,
Were it not better to take hold of his strength by Faith, than his strength should take hold of us in displeasure and wrath? and to feel the efficacy of his grace,
At length Christ will be too hard for all that rise up against him, and will not that he should reign over them ▪ he that will not come to him as a friend, shall be slain by him as an enemy, Luke 19.27. every one [ Sub pedibus ejus erit, aut ad obtatus, aut victus ] all must one way or other be subject to him, either as s•rvants or slaves;
At length christ will be too hard for all that rise up against him, and will not that he should Reign over them ▪ he that will not come to him as a friend, shall be slave by him as an enemy, Lycia 19.27. every one [ Sub pedibus His erit, Or ad obtatus, Or victus ] all must one Way or other be Subject to him, either as s•rvants or slaves;
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Can you support, preserve, or provide for your selves? who shall save you in the hour of temptation and distress? know ye not yet so much of your own insufficiency,
Can you support, preserve, or provide for your selves? who shall save you in the hour of temptation and distress? know you not yet so much of your own insufficiency,
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He is the author of salvation to them that obey him, Heb. 5.9. The Gospel is a message of eternal life only to those to whom it is a rule of spiritual life;
He is the author of salvation to them that obey him, Hebrew 5.9. The Gospel is a message of Eternal life only to those to whom it is a Rule of spiritual life;
and in the desolation which shall come from far? To whom will ye s••e for help? And where will ye leave your glory? Will you call upon the rocks and mountains to fall on you,
and in the desolation which shall come from Far? To whom will you s••e for help? And where will you leave your glory? Will you call upon the Rocks and Mountains to fallen on you,
and cover you from the wrath of the Lamb? when the great day of his wrath is, who shall be able to abide? Rev 6 15, 16, 1•. Were it not better now to enter into the rock, and hide your selves in the clefts of this rock? Isa. 2 10. No way to escape the wrath of God, (one spark whereof will horn the guilty sinner to destruction) but by kissing the Son, Psal. 2. ult.
and cover you from the wrath of the Lamb? when the great day of his wrath is, who shall be able to abide? Rev 6 15, 16, 1•. Were it not better now to enter into the rock, and hide your selves in the clefts of this rock? Isaiah 2 10. No Way to escape the wrath of God, (one spark whereof will horn the guilty sinner to destruction) but by kissing the Son, Psalm 2. ult.
the whole of your created abiliti•s• H• deserves and his work requires your all, he hath much more business then all the time and strength of his servants can bring about;
the Whole of your created abiliti•s• H• deserves and his work requires your all, he hath much more business then all the time and strength of his Servants can bring about;
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and for ever, Heb 1•. 7, 8. 2. In all things seek to 〈 ◊ 〉 him, 1 Cor 7.32. Care for the things that belong to the Lord, how you may please the Lord.
and for ever, Hebrew 1•. 7, 8. 2. In all things seek to 〈 ◊ 〉 him, 1 Cor 7.32. Care for the things that belong to the Lord, how you may please the Lord.
but to wait on his person, ye to represent his person, 1 Cor. 4.1. 7. Study to approve your selves in all things to him, 2 Thes. 1.11, 12. Pray always that God would count you worthy of this calling,
but to wait on his person, you to represent his person, 1 Cor. 4.1. 7. Study to approve your selves in all things to him, 2 Thebes 1.11, 12. prey always that God would count you worthy of this calling,
Be all unto Christ, and let Christ be all unto you. Be all or nothing. 2. Means. 1. Redemption from other opposite Masters, Luk. 1.74. That he would grant unto us, that we being delivered out of the hands of our enemies, might serve him without fear in holiness and righteousness before him all the days of our life.
Be all unto christ, and let christ be all unto you. Be all or nothing. 2. Means. 1. Redemption from other opposite Masters, Luk. 1.74. That he would grant unto us, that we being Delivered out of the hands of our enemies, might serve him without Fear in holiness and righteousness before him all the days of our life.
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Phil. 4.12, In all things I am instructed 4. You must also be furnished by him with graces and strength, 2 Tim. 3.17, Throughly furnished to all good works.
Philip 4.12, In all things I am instructed 4. You must also be furnished by him with graces and strength, 2 Tim. 3.17, Thoroughly furnished to all good works.
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If any man will come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me, Mat. 16 24. Either you must deny your self, or you will deny Christ;
If any man will come After me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me, Mathew 16 24. Either you must deny your self, or you will deny christ;
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lay aside the world as much as may be that you may attend upon the Lord without distraction, 1 Cor. 7.35. Let not this be your rule to Christ and holiness, so far as you may without any prejudice to your worldly interests;
lay aside the world as much as may be that you may attend upon the Lord without distraction, 1 Cor. 7.35. Let not this be your Rule to christ and holiness, so Far as you may without any prejudice to your worldly interests;
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be not ye the worlds prisoners, but Christs free men. 7. Remember the last account and judgment, 2 Cor. 5.9, 10. Wherefore we labour that whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him,
be not you the world's Prisoners, but Christ free men. 7. remember the last account and judgement, 2 Cor. 5.9, 10. Wherefore we labour that whither present or absent, we may be accepted of him,
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None so diligent and faithful in the service of this Lord, as those that with Ierome have still sounding in their ears that terrible voice, Surgite m•rtui & venite ad judicium:
None so diligent and faithful in the service of this Lord, as those that with Jerome have still sounding in their ears that terrible voice, Surgite m•rtui & venite ad judicium:
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Serve him in the spirit, doing service with goodwill and gladness, making it our meat and drink to do his will, quod cor non facit, non sit. 2. Humbly, reverently;
Serve him in the Spirit, doing service with goodwill and gladness, making it our meat and drink to do his will, quod cor non facit, non sit. 2. Humbly, reverently;
when we have done all we can, all those things that are commanded, say we are unprofitable servants, we have done that which was our duty to do, Luk. 17.9, 10. In bearing when he corrects, content with our allowance, not doing what we please, but what pleases him;
when we have done all we can, all those things that Are commanded, say we Are unprofitable Servants, we have done that which was our duty to do, Luk. 17.9, 10. In bearing when he corrects, content with our allowance, not doing what we please, but what Pleases him;
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praying, hearing, giving, because Christ bids me. And with greatest reverence; serving with reverence and godly fear, Heb. 12.18. remembring our distance.
praying, hearing, giving, Because christ bids me. And with greatest Reverence; serving with Reverence and godly Fear, Hebrew 12.18. remembering our distance.
as Moses who was faithful in all his house, as a servant, Heb. 7.5. Now therefore fear the Lord, and serve him in sincerity and truth, Josh. 24.14. q. d. If you intend to serve him, it must be done in uprightness, or else you do not serve him at all.
as Moses who was faithful in all his house, as a servant, Hebrew 7.5. Now Therefore Fear the Lord, and serve him in sincerity and truth, Josh. 24.14. q. worser. If you intend to serve him, it must be done in uprightness, or Else you do not serve him At all.
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God abhors a Hypocrite more than a Sodomite. 5. Fervently, zealously, diligently; fervent in spirit (must be joined) with serving the Lord, Rom. 12.11. Do all we do with all our might;
God abhors a Hypocrite more than a Sodomite. 5. Fervently, zealously, diligently; fervent in Spirit (must be joined) with serving the Lord, Rom. 12.11. Do all we do with all our might;
and when 'twas done, he stay'd not on compliments. The Twelve Tribes served God instantly day and night, Act. 26.7. Diligence is the property of a good servant. 6. Entirely, absolutely, universally.
and when 'twas done, he stayed not on compliments. The Twelve Tribes served God instantly day and night, Act. 26.7. Diligence is the property of a good servant. 6. Entirely, absolutely, universally.
he is ever the same, and so should his servants and service be; we can neither begin too soon, nor continue too long in Christs service; none ever repented of either;
he is ever the same, and so should his Servants and service be; we can neither begin too soon, nor continue too long in Christ service; none ever repented of either;
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there must be no end of working till of living. Faithfulness unto death hath the only promise of a Crown of life, Rev. 2.10. everlasting, Rom. 14.9. This service takes in the whole man and life.
there must be no end of working till of living. Faithfulness unto death hath the only promise of a Crown of life, Rev. 2.10. everlasting, Rom. 14.9. This service Takes in the Whole man and life.
'tis usual with the Apostles to prefix this among other their Honourary titles: Paul a servant of Christ, This was one of the fairest flowers in their Garland;
it's usual with the Apostles to prefix this among other their Honourary titles: Paul a servant of christ, This was one of the Fairest flowers in their Garland;
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or serve Christ with disgrace, chuse the latter with Moses, Heb. 11.24, 25. He refused to be called the son of Pharoahs daughter, chusing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God,
or serve christ with disgrace, choose the latter with Moses, Hebrew 11.24, 25. He refused to be called the son of Pharaohs daughter, choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God,
it leads to communion with God, who is the God of all consolation: O when Saints meet with God in duty, they are in a corner of Heaven! 3. A most profitable service:
it leads to communion with God, who is the God of all consolation: Oh when Saints meet with God in duty, they Are in a corner of Heaven! 3. A most profitable service:
we are not left to our own liberty to chuse whether we will serve him or no, this is the unum necessarium, and must be done. 1. Though the thing to be done be dangerous, Phil. 2.30. Not regarding his own life.
we Are not left to our own liberty to choose whither we will serve him or no, this is the Unum Necessary, and must be done. 1. Though the thing to be done be dangerous, Philip 2.30. Not regarding his own life.
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'tis easy to the new nature, (as the light of the Sun is delightful to those that have good eyes) to them that love God and have the right art of serving him.
it's easy to the new nature, (as the Light of the Sun is delightful to those that have good eyes) to them that love God and have the right art of serving him.
it not only consists with, but brings freedom: 'tis the Law of liberty, Iam. 1.25. He is the Lords freeman, 1 Cor. 7.22. Iohn 8.32, It is perfect freedom, and will free us from all other services;
it not only consists with, but brings freedom: it's the Law of liberty, Iam. 1.25. He is the lords freeman, 1 Cor. 7.22. John 8.32, It is perfect freedom, and will free us from all other services;
tot domini, quot vitia, every lust calls for his attendance, and many times contrary lusts at once (as when Pride bids let flye, Covetousness cryes hold);
tot domini, quot Vices, every lust calls for his attendance, and many times contrary Lustiest At once (as when Pride bids let fly, Covetousness cries hold);
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Matt. 24.46, Blessed is that servant whom his Lord finds so doing. 1 Tim. 4.8. 'Tis profitable unto all things, having the promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.
Matt. 24.46, Blessed is that servant whom his Lord finds so doing. 1 Tim. 4.8. It's profitable unto all things, having the promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.
np1 crd, vvn vbz cst n1 r-crq po31 n1 vvz av vdg. vvn np1 crd. pn31|vbz j p-acp d n2, vhg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst av vbz, cc pp-f d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi.
