Heart-treasure, or, An essay tending to fil [sic] and furnish the head and heart of every Christian ... being the substance of some sermons preached at Coley in Yorkshire on Mat. 12. 35 ... / by O.H. ...
OUr Blessed Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ (like a skilful Alchymist) extracts the pure gold of wholesome Doctrine, from common objects and occurrences:
OUr Blessed Lord and Saviour jesus christ (like a skilful Alchemist) extracts the pure gold of wholesome Doctrine, from Common objects and occurrences:
that glorious miracle had various effects, upon the possessed person, it wrought soundness, vers. 22. upon the people amazement, vers. 23. upon the Pharisees madness and blasphemy (though that was only accidental) whereby they charge God himself with imposture, vers. 24. to these last Christ speaks by way of Apology for himself,
that glorious miracle had various effects, upon the possessed person, it wrought soundness, vers. 22. upon the people amazement, vers. 23. upon the Pharisees madness and blasphemy (though that was only accidental) whereby they charge God himself with imposture, vers. 24. to these last christ speaks by Way of Apology for himself,
2. He detects the heinousness of the stander, calling it an irremissible blasphemy, to v. 33. 3. He exhorts them to repentance, by a severe and serious challenge, urging them to conceive more soundly and soberly of divine works;
2. He detects the heinousness of the stander, calling it an irremissible blasphemy, to v. 33. 3. He exhorts them to Repentance, by a severe and serious challenge, urging them to conceive more soundly and soberly of divine works;
This exhortation he directs in hypothesi to the Pharisees, v. 33, 34. in thesi to all, v. 35, 36, 37. to the former parabolically, to the latter properly and doctrinally.
This exhortation he directs in Hypothesis to the Pharisees, v. 33, 34. in Thessia to all, v. 35, 36, 37. to the former parabolically, to the latter properly and doctrinally.
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for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks, vers. 34. This is illustrated by two similitudes, Viz. 1. Of a Tree, vers. 33. 2. Of a Treasure, vers. 35. There's much ado amongst Expositors, to determine what is meant by Tree;
for out of the abundance of the heart the Mouth speaks, vers. 34. This is illustrated by two Similitudes, Viz. 1. Of a Tree, vers. 33. 2. Of a Treasure, vers. 35. There's much ado among Expositors, to determine what is meant by Tree;
It's said of Barnabas, that he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost, and Faith, Act. 11.24. There's also good men, as compared with froward, 1 Pet. 2.18. or choice instruments, compared with persons of an inferiour rank, Rom. 5.7. as David was worth ten thousand of the people:
It's said of Barnabas, that he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost, and Faith, Act. 11.24. There's also good men, as compared with froward, 1 Pet. 2.18. or choice Instruments, compared with Persons of an inferior rank, Rom. 5.7. as David was worth ten thousand of the people:
even as the first mover carrieth all the sphears of Heaven about with it; so doth this little thing in the little world of man, animate all his operations:
even as the First mover Carrieth all the spheres of Heaven about with it; so does this little thing in the little world of man, animate all his operations:
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Solomon's Throne, as the stateliest place where the King of Heaven sits, as his Throne of Residence. 3. To the two Tables of Stone in Moses 's hands, in which the Lord writes the Law of Wisdome:
Solomon's Throne, as the Stateliest place where the King of Heaven sits, as his Throne of Residence. 3. To the two Tables of Stone in Moses is hands, in which the Lord writes the Law of Wisdom:
This is a drawing of the Fountain into several Channels, an educing the habits of grace into various acts, the exercise and improvement of what was laid up, a stirring up the gift of God, a trading with the talent, required of every Soul that hopes to give a good account at the last day.
This is a drawing of the Fountain into several Channels, an educing the habits of grace into various acts, the exercise and improvement of what was laid up, a stirring up the gift of God, a trading with the talon, required of every Soul that hope's to give a good account At the last day.
these are as streams flowing from the spring of true grace in the heart, by the banks and bounds of a divine command to the infinite Ocean of Gods glory.
these Are as streams flowing from the spring of true grace in the heart, by the banks and bounds of a divine command to the infinite Ocean of God's glory.
— A Scribe [ i. e. a Minister ] instructed unto the Kingdome of Heaven [ i.e. prepared to declare the mysteries of the Gospel ] is like an housholder [ or Steward,
— A Scribe [ i. e. a Minister ] instructed unto the Kingdom of Heaven [ i.e. prepared to declare the Mysteres of the Gospel ] is like an householder [ or Steward,
Joseph laies up abundance of Corn in the seven years of plenty, else there could not have been supply in time of scarcity, Gen. 41.47, 48, 49. This only for a hint in general, for more clear explication and confirmation of this Truth.
Joseph lays up abundance of Corn in the seven Years of plenty, Else there could not have been supply in time of scarcity, Gen. 41.47, 48, 49. This only for a hint in general, for more clear explication and confirmation of this Truth.
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I shall endeavour to discover, 1. What laying up a Treasure is. 2. What this Treasure in the Text is. 3. What this laying out implies. 4. Why laying up is thus necessary.
I shall endeavour to discover, 1. What laying up a Treasure is. 2. What this Treasure in the Text is. 3. What this laying out Implies. 4. Why laying up is thus necessary.
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A Treasure imports the laying up of things for necessary use in after-times, and holds forth these seven particulars, all which suit with the laying up of spiritual provision in general.
A Treasure imports the laying up of things for necessary use in Aftertimes, and holds forth these seven particulars, all which suit with the laying up of spiritual provision in general.
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an Harvest-mans labour is hard toyling. O think not to get Heaven by laziness: The Kingdom of Heaven is taken by violence, Mat. 11.12. A resolute Christian (as it were) storms this uphil• City;
an Harvest-mans labour is hard toiling. O think not to get Heaven by laziness: The Kingdom of Heaven is taken by violence, Mathew 11.12. A resolute Christian (as it were) storms this uphil• city;
nothing can be accounted a treasure, but what comes from, and leads to Heaven, Bona throni, the good things of the Throne, are a Saints treasure, Bonascabelli, the good things of the Footstool, are a wicked-man's portion,
nothing can be accounted a treasure, but what comes from, and leads to Heaven, Bona Thrones, the good things of the Throne, Are a Saints treasure, Bonascabelli, the good things of the Footstool, Are a wicked-man's portion,
only Heavenly riches make up a Souls treasure. 3. Suitableness of the things stored up: No man wil lay up what he shall never need, and account it his treasure:
only Heavenly riches make up a Souls treasure. 3. Suitableness of the things stored up: No man will lay up what he shall never need, and account it his treasure:
Every Trades-man lays up that which is fit for his Calling; Cloathiers, Staplers, Tanners, Husbandmen, have all their peculiar provisions, suited to their vocations:
Every Tradesman lays up that which is fit for his Calling; Clothiers, Staplers, Tanners, Husbandmen, have all their peculiar provisions, suited to their vocations:
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So shal they not be unprovided or unfurnished, but which way soever the Lord leads them in this uneven world, yet their foot shal stand in an eeven place, and go streight to Heaven. 4. A treasure imports sufficiency. Store hath no lack;
So shall they not be unprovided or unfurnished, but which Way soever the Lord leads them in this uneven world, yet their foot shall stand in an even place, and go straight to Heaven. 4. A treasure imports sufficiency. Store hath no lack;
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never hath the believing soul grace enough, til grace be perfected and crowned with Glory, A gracious heart hath an insatiable appetite after heavenly delights, and dainties;
never hath the believing soul grace enough, till grace be perfected and crowned with Glory, A gracious heart hath an insatiable appetite After heavenly delights, and dainties;
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in the Spirit and not in the Letter, whose praise is not of men, but of God: Rom. 2.29. The regenerate soul is the King of Heavens Daughter, which is all glorious within, though some sparklings of Grace appear without:
in the Spirit and not in the letter, whose praise is not of men, but of God: Rom. 2.29. The regenerate soul is the King of Heavens Daughter, which is all glorious within, though Some sparklings of Grace appear without:
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Grace and Peace are a Saints free-hold that Men and Devils cannot deprive him off: Grace is an incorruptible seed, and God hath engaged himself to maintain it:
Grace and Peace Are a Saints freehold that Men and Devils cannot deprive him off: Grace is an incorruptible seed, and God hath engaged himself to maintain it:
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Nay the treasure of joy can no man take from the believing Soul, for this pure stream of Spiritual Joy, grows stronger and sweeter, til it be swallowed up in the vast Ocean of our Masters joy in eternal blisse:
Nay the treasure of joy can no man take from the believing Soul, for this pure stream of Spiritual Joy, grows Stronger and Sweeten, till it be swallowed up in the vast Ocean of our Masters joy in Eternal bliss:
as the man in the Parable, that ran to call up his Neighbour, to borrow three Loaves because he had nothing to set before his Friend that came unexpectedly;
as the man in the Parable, that ran to call up his Neighbour, to borrow three Loaves Because he had nothing to Set before his Friend that Come unexpectedly;
But of this more hereafter onely observe, in General, that he that hath a treasure will be quickly furnish'd with all accommodations, on all occasions:
But of this more hereafter only observe, in General, that he that hath a treasure will be quickly furnished with all accommodations, on all occasions:
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THe second General head is, what is the Treasure that our Saviour speaks of here? I conceive it is principally intended of the thoughts of the heart, which are called the Possessions of the Heart, Job 17.11. because these are the first-born of the Soul, and enjoy the inheritance of it.
THe second General head is, what is the Treasure that our Saviour speaks of Here? I conceive it is principally intended of the thoughts of the heart, which Are called the Possessions of the Heart, Job 17.11. Because these Are the firstborn of the Soul, and enjoy the inheritance of it.
these are the Spring and Source of Actions and expressions. Now 'tis said of a Godly man, Prov. 12.5. The thoughts of the Righteous are right, NONLATINALPHABET Lex, Statutū, Mensura, sive enim Secundum normam & rationem, vel in judicio. Pagnin. i. e.
these Are the Spring and Source of Actions and expressions. Now it's said of a Godly man, Curae 12.5. The thoughts of the Righteous Are right, Lex, Statutū, Mensura, sive enim Secundum Norman & rationem, vel in Judicio. Pagnin. i. e.
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say some, how rare and dear are the thoughts I have of thee to my soul? This may be probable from what follows, in verse 18. When I awake, I am still with thee, in thoughts and Heavenly Meditations:
say Some, how rare and dear Are the thoughts I have of thee to my soul? This may be probable from what follows, in verse 18. When I awake, I am still with thee, in thoughts and Heavenly Meditations:
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O what a blessed thing is it to have a mans breast the Library of Jesus Christ? The sacred Scriptures are the treasures and pleasures of a Gracious Soul:
O what a blessed thing is it to have a men breast the Library of jesus christ? The sacred Scriptures Are the treasures and pleasures of a Gracious Soul:
as holy David did in Gods Word. All the Saints are Priests unto God; Now of Levi 'tis said, Mal. 2.6. that the Law of Truth was in his mouth, and his lips kept knowledge as a storehouse.
as holy David did in God's Word. All the Saints Are Priests unto God; Now of Levi it's said, Malachi 2.6. that the Law of Truth was in his Mouth, and his lips kept knowledge as a storehouse.
hence also comes the word for Gemms and Jewels that are tryed, and found right: The sound Christian is the wise Merchant, seeking goodly Pearls, he trys what he reads,
hence also comes the word for Gems and Jewels that Are tried, and found right: The found Christian is the wise Merchant, seeking goodly Pearls, he trys what he reads,
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If the Wil and Affections be sanctified with a Principle of true Holiness, the Lips and the Life wil bring forth heavenly Expressions and Actions in the Conversation: Hence Prov. 14.27. The fear of the Lord is the Fountain of Life, i. e.
If the Will and Affections be sanctified with a Principle of true Holiness, the Lips and the Life will bring forth heavenly Expressions and Actions in the Conversation: Hence Curae 14.27. The Fear of the Lord is the Fountain of Life, i. e.
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without a principle in the heart, there can be no holiness in the Life; all works of Piety, Charity, Sobriety, must flow from a pure heart, a good Conscience, and Faith unfeigned;
without a principle in the heart, there can be no holiness in the Life; all works of Piety, Charity, Sobriety, must flow from a pure heart, a good Conscience, and Faith unfeigned;
Love, the kindness and merit of the Law-giver; Faith, his bounty and reward: The first swayeth the Conscience, the second inclineth the Heart, the third giveth incouragement:
Love, the kindness and merit of the Lawgiver; Faith, his bounty and reward: The First swayeth the Conscience, the second Inclineth the Heart, the third gives encouragement:
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Though some say they are the words of Christ, yet in this they are applicable to every gracious soul, that is acted by a new and living principle towards God, and Goodness:
Though Some say they Are the words of christ, yet in this they Are applicable to every gracious soul, that is acted by a new and living principle towards God, and goodness:
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Christs People are voluntaries in the day of his power, in the way of duty, being acted by a free and Princely spirit, the renewed will being the great engine that moves the soul in a Christian course;
Christ People Are voluntaries in the day of his power, in the Way of duty, being acted by a free and Princely Spirit, the renewed will being the great engine that moves the soul in a Christian course;
And thus we finde several Saints carefully gathering, and seasonably recollecting their former experiences; as Jacob, David, Paul, Samuel, Manoah and his Wife.
And thus we find several Saints carefully gathering, and seasonably recollecting their former experiences; as Jacob, David, Paul, Samuel, Manoah and his Wife.
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Time would fail mee to recount all the instances of this nature: Recording the time, place, manner of Divine discoveries, hath been of singular advantage to believers. Experience begets hope;
Time would fail me to recount all the instances of this nature: Recording the time, place, manner of Divine discoveries, hath been of singular advantage to believers. Experience begets hope;
Experience is the best Instructer, and helps a man best in instructing others; an experienced Physician and Lawyer, are seldome Non-plust; an experienced Souldier comes off with honour. O Christians!
Experience is the best Instructer, and helps a man best in instructing Others; an experienced physician and Lawyer, Are seldom Nonplussed; an experienced Soldier comes off with honour. O Christians!
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this like the last, yet not the least River of Paradise [ Euphrates ] doth (as the name of that imports) refresh the heart with chearing incomes, and influences:
this like the last, yet not the least River of Paradise [ Euphrates ] does (as the name of that imports) refresh the heart with cheering incomes, and influences:
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This makes the soul both chearful and fruitful; in the midst of terrifying thoughts, these comforts delights the soul, Psal. 94.19. Oh the joy that these beget in the midst of sorrow!
This makes the soul both cheerful and fruitful; in the midst of terrifying thoughts, these comforts delights the soul, Psalm 94.19. O the joy that these beget in the midst of sorrow!
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These comforts infinitely exceed wine, which Phylosophers have called the chief allayments of mens miseries, but the sense of this love is better than wine;
These comforts infinitely exceed wine, which Philosophers have called the chief allayments of men's misery's, but the sense of this love is better than wine;
saving Truths, savory Graces, sensible Experiences, beget solid Peace. But besides those, there are two clear streams that much promote the souls comfortable thoughts:
Saving Truths, savoury Graces, sensible Experiences, beget solid Peace. But beside those, there Are two clear streams that much promote the Souls comfortable thoughts:
God hath ordered in Nature our feeding to be with delectation, so in Spirituals; our application and improvement of Promises is with sweetness and delight:
God hath ordered in Nature our feeding to be with delectation, so in Spirituals; our application and improvement of Promises is with sweetness and delight:
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2. Clearness of Conscience, This is an help to comfortable Thoughts. Yet observe, that Peace is not so much effected as preserved by a good Conscience,
2. Clearness of Conscience, This is an help to comfortable Thoughts. Yet observe, that Peace is not so much effected as preserved by a good Conscience,
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yet the blood of Christ only can speak peace, being justified by Faith, we have peace; Rom. 5.1. An exact life will not make, but keep Conscience quiet;
yet the blood of christ only can speak peace, being justified by Faith, we have peace; Rom. 5.1. an exact life will not make, but keep Conscience quiet;
as thereby a Christian may have his rejoycing from himself: Gal. 6. 16-4. His own heart sings him a merry tune, which the threats and reproaches of the World cannot silence:
as thereby a Christian may have his rejoicing from himself: Gal. 6. 16-4. His own heart sings him a merry tune, which the Treats and Reproaches of the World cannot silence:
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And saith the Apostle, If our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence towards God, and I may add, also towards men. Oh! what comfort and solace hath a clear Conscience? He hath somthing within, to answer accusations without:
And Says the Apostle, If our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence towards God, and I may add, also towards men. Oh! what Comfort and solace hath a clear Conscience? He hath something within, to answer accusations without:
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The joyes of a good Conscience are the Paradise of Souls, the Delight of Angels, the Garden of Delights, the Field of Blessing, the Temple of Salomon, the Court of God, the Habitation of the Spirit of God.
The Joys of a good Conscience Are the Paradise of Souls, the Delight of Angels, the Garden of Delights, the Field of Blessing, the Temple of Solomon, the Court of God, the Habitation of the Spirit of God.
HItherto of the laying up of a Treasure of good Thoughts by the accession of Truths, Graces, Experiences and Comforts, the third head propounded, is how this Treasure is expended, brought forth,
HItherto of the laying up of a Treasure of good Thoughts by the accession of Truths, Graces, Experiences and Comforts, the third head propounded, is how this Treasure is expended, brought forth,
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A Christian may live upon this Treasure in a Wilderness, in Prison, [ etiam in Inferne ] even in Hell it self (saith Luther. ) Gods Statutes were Davids Songs in the house of his Pilgrimage;
A Christian may live upon this Treasure in a Wilderness, in Prison, [ etiam in Inferno ] even in Hell it self (Says Luther.) God's Statutes were Davids Songs in the house of his Pilgrimage;
the devout soul, that's thus furnish'd with a Treasure, can expatiate upon all things, and like the laborious Bee, fetch the honey of some comfort out of every object and subject:
the devout soul, that's thus furnished with a Treasure, can expatiate upon all things, and like the laborious be, fetch the honey of Some Comfort out of every Object and Subject:
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When Grace is in the heart, knowledge in the head, and Truths in the memory; the Christian through Divine Assistance will make good work of every condition and dispensation:
When Grace is in the heart, knowledge in the head, and Truths in the memory; the Christian through Divine Assistance will make good work of every condition and Dispensation:
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2. This Treasure of the Heart vents it self by the Lips in heavenly Communications; and that two waies, 1. Conferences, discoursing with Men. 2. Performances, discoursing with God.
2. This Treasure of the Heart vents it self by the Lips in heavenly Communications; and that two ways, 1. Conferences, discoursing with Men. 2. Performances, discoursing with God.
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For the tongue of the Wise is health, Prov. 12.18. The same word in the Heb. that signifies tongue, is also used (joyned with another word) for a wedge of Gold:
For the tongue of the Wise is health, Curae 12.18. The same word in the Hebrew that signifies tongue, is also used (joined with Another word) for a wedge of Gold:
A treasured soul hath a stock of prayers, as an able Minister hath a stock for Sermons (though he may be without a stock of written notes;) I mean, the body of Divinity in his head; which makes a ready Scribe:
A treasured soul hath a stock of Prayers, as an able Minister hath a stock for Sermons (though he may be without a stock of written notes;) I mean, the body of Divinity in his head; which makes a ready Scribe:
and sobriety with respect to our selves: So the Apostle distributeth good works, Tit. 2.12. 'Tis not enough for the soul to have the Axe laid to the root of the tree, in sound Conviction and Gospel-Humiliation, but he is to bring forth Fruits meet for such Repentance, in a Gospel-Conversation;
and sobriety with respect to our selves: So the Apostle distributeth good works, Tit. 2.12. It's not enough for the soul to have the Axe laid to the root of the tree, in found Conviction and Gospel humiliation, but he is to bring forth Fruits meet for such Repentance, in a Gospel conversation;
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but to a Childe of God the more spiritual a Duty is, and the more opposite 'tis to carnal ease and profit, the more freely doth the soul close with it:
but to a Child of God the more spiritual a Duty is, and the more opposite it's to carnal ease and profit, the more freely does the soul close with it:
and objects and occasions of charity 〈 … 〉 ca•es, 〈 … 〉 power, 〈 ◊ 〉 by the freeness of his heart, enhanceth the Mite into a pound in true worth, and Gods account:
and objects and occasions of charity 〈 … 〉 ca•es, 〈 … 〉 power, 〈 ◊ 〉 by the freeness of his heart, enhanceth the Mite into a pound in true worth, and God's account:
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When the soul is filled with Grace, the hand is fitted for acts of Religion. 4. This inward Heart-Treasure helps the back and shoulders to bear the Christians burthens:
When the soul is filled with Grace, the hand is fitted for acts of Religion. 4. This inward Heart treasure helps the back and shoulders to bear the Christians burdens:
Twice is it repeated in Revelations, when mention is made of Anti-christ's tyranny and ruine; Here is the patience, here is the patience, and faith of Saints: q. d.
Twice is it repeated in Revelations, when mention is made of Antichrist's tyranny and ruin; Here is the patience, Here is the patience, and faith of Saints: q. worser.
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For immediately before both these passages, wee have a description of Romes rage; the Devil wil come down with the greater wrath, when hee hath a shorter time,
For immediately before both these passages, we have a description of Romes rage; the devil will come down with the greater wrath, when he hath a shorter time,
and having done and endured all, to stand on the Field as Conquerors. In personal conflicts all our stock of suffering Graces may be put too't; Poverty wil try our Faith; disgrace our self-denial; sickness our patience;
and having done and endured all, to stand on the Field as Conquerors. In personal conflicts all our stock of suffering Graces may be put tooed; Poverty will try our Faith; disgrace our self-denial; sickness our patience;
— and all these Graces must have their perfect work, that the Christian also may be perfect and intire, wanting nothing, Jam. 1.4. He should have the whole heritage of a Christian, the compleat accomplishment of a Saint;
— and all these Graces must have their perfect work, that the Christian also may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing, Jam. 1.4. He should have the Whole heritage of a Christian, the complete accomplishment of a Saint;
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Nature hath furnished the Camel with a bunched back, to bear huge burthens, and a tractable bowing of his knees to the ground, that he may be the better loaded:
Nature hath furnished the Camel with a bunched back, to bear huge burdens, and a tractable bowing of his knees to the ground, that he may be the better loaded:
So wil the wel-taught and accomplish'd Saint meekly stoop to take up, and chearfully carry Christs Cross, during his pleasure• That's a sound-hearted Christian indeed, that like the Nightingale can sing most sweetly when the thorn is at his breast;
So will the well-taught and accomplished Saint meekly stoop to take up, and cheerfully carry Christ Cross, during his pleasure• That's a soundhearted Christian indeed, that like the Nightingale can sing most sweetly when the thorn is At his breast;
yet there's a vast difference betwixt a gracious and graceless heart in enduring afflictions, both as to their carriage thereunder, and advantage thereby:
yet there's a vast difference betwixt a gracious and graceless heart in enduring afflictions, both as to their carriage thereunder, and advantage thereby:
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So great is the consequence, not what things a man suffereth, but of what a Spirit is the Sufferer? For with the same motion may the channel stink abominably,
So great is the consequence, not what things a man suffers, but of what a Spirit is the Sufferer? For with the same motion may the channel stink abominably,
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Of nothing, nothing can be made, without a Miracle of Creation, and we cannot expect to be fed by Miracles, where ordinary means are proposed, and supposed to be used:
Of nothing, nothing can be made, without a Miracle of Creation, and we cannot expect to be fed by Miracles, where ordinary means Are proposed, and supposed to be used:
How can any expect liquor from the Still, meat from the Cupboard, garments from the Ward-robe, where none of these were laid in? What mad man would think to reap without sowing,
How can any expect liquour from the Still, meat from the Cupboard, garments from the Wardrobe, where none of these were laid in? What mad man would think to reap without sowing,
or teach others when hee hath no learning himself? Was there ever a bringing forth without a conception? Is it not fond dotage in a Shop-keeper to think to sell wares, that hath none? And is this preposterous in Naturals,
or teach Others when he hath no learning himself? Was there ever a bringing forth without a conception? Is it not found dotage in a Shopkeeper to think to fell wares, that hath none? And is this preposterous in Naturals,
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2. Reason is drawn from the Offices of Christ, the second person in the sacred Trinity, was filled with a treasure, that he might fill the Saints with a Treasure of Grace:
2. Reason is drawn from the Offices of christ, the second person in the sacred Trinity, was filled with a treasure, that he might fill the Saints with a Treasure of Grace:
and hence it is, that the Church is called his Body, the fulness of him that filleth all in all, Eph. 1.23. i. e. the effect of Christs fulness, who filleth all the Saints, in all Ordinances and means of conveyance of gracious Influences:
and hence it is, that the Church is called his Body, the fullness of him that fills all in all, Ephesians 1.23. i. e. the Effect of Christ fullness, who fills all the Saints, in all Ordinances and means of conveyance of gracious Influences:
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Truth of Grace is from him, growth and strength of Grace are from him; both the least measure and a large treasure are to be had in him; Joh. 10.10. I came that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. i. e.
Truth of Grace is from him, growth and strength of Grace Are from him; both the least measure and a large treasure Are to be had in him; John 10.10. I Come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. i. e.
Such Halcion-daies of tranquility, and Gospel-opportunities have we enjoyed in this tempestuous Sea of the world, not to feather our nests below, much less to hatch the Cockatrice-eggs of sin,
Such Halcion-daies of tranquillity, and Gospel-opportunities have we enjoyed in this tempestuous Sea of the world, not to feather our nests below, much less to hatch the Cockatrice eggs of since,
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Oh what a sad reckoning wil many make, whose negligence wil be condemned by the diligence of bruit creatures, and Heathen Philosophers in moral studies? Yea, by the light of their own Consciences.
O what a sad reckoning will many make, whose negligence will be condemned by the diligence of bruit creatures, and Heathen Philosophers in moral studies? Yea, by the Light of their own Consciences.
and the soul depart out of this world as naked of saving-Grace, as it entred: 'Tis pity so brave an house should stand empty of Inhabitant, and Furniture.
and the soul depart out of this world as naked of Saving grace, as it entered: It's pity so brave an house should stand empty of Inhabitant, and Furniture.
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and filled with Eternal Glory, Rom. 9.23. The Christian is to be holily covetous of these riches of Glory, that amends may be made for his natural vacuity.
and filled with Eternal Glory, Rom. 9.23. The Christian is to be holily covetous of these riches of Glory, that amends may be made for his natural vacuity.
There's many waste corners to be filled, even after the truth of grace is planted, before the soul be inlarged to a due capacity of service here, and heaven hereafter:
There's many waste corners to be filled, even After the truth of grace is planted, before the soul be enlarged to a due capacity of service Here, and heaven hereafter:
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And I add, there must be every day a sweeping, and watching, and decking of this House with further degrees of grace, embellishing it with divine Ornaments, and furnishing it:
And I add, there must be every day a sweeping, and watching, and decking of this House with further Degrees of grace, embellishing it with divine Ornament, and furnishing it:
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5. The soul is by nature filled with an evil treasure: the heart is desperatelie wicked, Jer. 17.9. every imagination of the thoughts of mans heart is only and continually evil, Gen. 6.5. the mind, will and affections are stuffed with a world of blindnesse, hardnesse and wildnesse:
5. The soul is by nature filled with an evil treasure: the heart is desperately wicked, Jer. 17.9. every imagination of the thoughts of men heart is only and continually evil, Gen. 6.5. the mind, will and affections Are stuffed with a world of blindness, hardness and wildness:
the soul is naturally propense to evil, averse to good, and therefore a treasure of good is necessary to preponderate and extrude this treasure of wickednesse:
the soul is naturally propense to evil, averse to good, and Therefore a treasure of good is necessary to preponderate and extrude this treasure of wickedness:
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the whole Armor of God, (which is also the Saints treasure) resist inward lusts and Satans assaults, Eph. 6.12, 14. The Spirit is compared to wind, now some have called the winds, the beesomes of the world.
the Whole Armour of God, (which is also the Saints treasure) resist inward Lustiest and Satan assaults, Ephesians 6.12, 14. The Spirit is compared to wind, now Some have called the winds, the beesomes of the world.
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and also to adorn it with divine Jewels, and assist •t with notable Antidotes against corruption, these are as water to wash the heart from filthinesse:
and also to adorn it with divine Jewels, and assist •t with notable Antidotes against corruption, these Are as water to wash the heart from filthiness:
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All men on earth seek after a treasure, it is the harmonious inquest of all rational creatures, who will shew us any good, any thing to make a treasure off? Man hath a capacious soul an active and laborious spirit;
All men on earth seek After a treasure, it is the harmonious inquest of all rational creatures, who will show us any good, any thing to make a treasure off? Man hath a capacious soul an active and laborious Spirit;
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Philosophy seeks, Christianity shews, the sound Believer onely finds true happinesse, which the wise Merchant fetched out of the field of the Gospel, into the Cabinet of his own heart.
Philosophy seeks, Christianity shows, the found Believer only finds true happiness, which the wise Merchant fetched out of the field of the Gospel, into the Cabinet of his own heart.
7. Whatsoever men have or love, they desire a treasure thereof, no man but would have a large treasure of a precious Commodity, he that hath Gold and Silver would heap it up to a treasure:
7. Whatsoever men have or love, they desire a treasure thereof, no man but would have a large treasure of a precious Commodity, he that hath Gold and Silver would heap it up to a treasure:
And shall so many men set their eyes (and hearts too) on that which is not? And shall not Gods children make a treasure of that which is enduring substance? Shall men think to make a treasure of coales,
And shall so many men Set their eyes (and hearts too) on that which is not? And shall not God's children make a treasure of that which is enduring substance? Shall men think to make a treasure of coals,
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and chaffe, and empty shadows? and shall not the Christian gather store of Pearls and Jewels for his treasure? Shall the children of the world be more wise and wary for earth,
and chaff, and empty shadows? and shall not the Christian gather store of Pearls and Jewels for his treasure? Shall the children of the world be more wise and wary for earth,
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these commodities are more rare, rich and necessary than any other, and why then should they not get an heart-treasure? For in these reasons I would both convince the judgment, and perswade the affections;
these commodities Are more rare, rich and necessary than any other, and why then should they not get an Heart treasure? For in these Reasons I would both convince the judgement, and persuade the affections;
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yea God is so much in him, as well as to him, that he can live comfortably when other things are dead, a good man is satisfied from himself, Prov. 14.14. i.e. he shall have sufficient content from his own conscience:
yea God is so much in him, as well as to him, that he can live comfortably when other things Are dead, a good man is satisfied from himself, Curae 14.14. i.e. he shall have sufficient content from his own conscience:
and a gracious soules satisfaction from the sweet result of his own heart, to shew that a mans own conscience, is either his heaven or hell, his greatest comforter or tormentor:
and a gracious Souls satisfaction from the sweet result of his own heart, to show that a men own conscience, is either his heaven or hell, his greatest comforter or tormentor:
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I speak not of the fancied Familistical deification, which is nothing lesse then blasphemie, but certainly the sound Christian in a sound sense beares some resemblance of the Divinitie in this [ NONLATINALPHABET ] self-sufficiency;
I speak not of the fancied Familistical deification, which is nothing less then blasphemy, but Certainly the found Christian in a found sense bears Some resemblance of the Divinity in this [ ] self-sufficiency;
It's a mocking of God to bring Cain 's Sacrifice, a body without an heart, a carkasse without Spirit, it's as if a Jew had brought the skin of a beast for Sacrifice and no more:
It's a mocking of God to bring Cain is Sacrifice, a body without an heart, a carcase without Spirit, it's as if a Jew had brought the skin of a beast for Sacrifice and no more:
But a sincere Christian findes his prayer in his Heart, which hee utters with his Lips, 2 Sam. 7.27. Thy Servant hath found in his heart to pray this Prayer;
But a sincere Christian finds his prayer in his Heart, which he utters with his Lips, 2 Sam. 7.27. Thy Servant hath found in his heart to pray this Prayer;
3. An heart-treasure makes the Christian uniform and universal in the duties of Religion, he takes a Christian-course as it lyes, carries on Religion before him without halting or halving, he practiseth all righteousness at all times.
3. an Heart treasure makes the Christian uniform and universal in the duties of Religion, he Takes a Christian-course as it lies, carries on Religion before him without halting or halving, he Practiseth all righteousness At all times.
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Some can frame to some easier duties, not to more difficult, but the treasured soul can frame to any thing which God in the word hath made his duty, and hence it is that he is compleat in all the will of God, Col. 4.12. the Law of God in his heart carries an aspect to every part of his 〈 ◊ 〉 in the written Word;
some can frame to Some Easier duties, not to more difficult, but the treasured soul can frame to any thing which God in the word hath made his duty, and hence it is that he is complete in all the will of God, Col. 4.12. the Law of God in his heart carries an aspect to every part of his 〈 ◊ 〉 in the written Word;
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their cheeks are comely with rows of jewels, their necks with chaines of gold, Song. 1.9, 10. i. e. the sou•e handsomly adorned with a comely train of graces and duties:
their cheeks Are comely with rows of Jewels, their necks with chains of gold, Song. 1.9, 10. i. e. the sou•e handsomely adorned with a comely train of graces and duties:
setled spirit, (which David prayes for, and the Translators call a right Spirit, and truly so it is) disposed for God, fitted for duty, bringing forth good fruit in due season:
settled Spirit, (which David prays for, and the Translators call a right Spirit, and truly so it is) disposed for God, fitted for duty, bringing forth good fruit in due season:
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the truth is, man in his fallen estate is uncertain, intricate and multiform in all his waies, you cannot tell where to finde him, gadding about to change his way;
the truth is, man in his fallen estate is uncertain, intricate and multiform in all his ways, you cannot tell where to find him, gadding about to change his Way;
but being renewed, he is in part reduced to that original rectitude, simplicity, and stability of spirit and practice, that was in Adam, in some proportion;
but being renewed, he is in part reduced to that original rectitude, simplicity, and stability of Spirit and practice, that was in Adam, in Some proportion;
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when they went, they went upon their four sides [ there's their squareness and suitablenesse to all Gods wil ] and they returned not when they went, [ there's their constant, permanent, and un-repentant motion ]:
when they went, they went upon their four sides [ there's their squareness and suitableness to all God's will ] and they returned not when they went, [ there's their constant, permanent, and un-repentant motion ]:
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A Garden drawn exactly, an Army marshalled in compleat ranks and postures are comely sights; just such are the fruits of holiness, proceeding from a wel-treasured Heart;
A Garden drawn exactly, an Army marshaled in complete ranks and postures Are comely sights; just such Are the fruits of holiness, proceeding from a wel-treasured Heart;
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and indeed, without this Treasure there can be no such harmony in holy: performances, but the actings wil be like the legs of the lame, very unequal: That's the third.
and indeed, without this Treasure there can be no such harmony in holy: performances, but the actings will be like the legs of the lame, very unequal: That's the third.
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just such is the differences betwixt the performances of a treasured and treasureless heart: Two men perform duties, the one from gifts, the other from Grace;
just such is the differences betwixt the performances of a treasured and treasureless heart: Two men perform duties, the one from Gifts, the other from Grace;
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The King of France shewed Spaines Ambassador his rich Treasures, the Ambassador looks under the Treasure-Chests, saying, Have these a Spring? my masters treasures have, meaning both the Indies: just so 'tis here, let natural mens attainments be never so excellent, you may come to see an end of all their perfections, their eye of knowledge may be darkened,
The King of France showed Spaines Ambassador his rich Treasures, the Ambassador looks under the Treasure-Chests, saying, Have these a Spring? my Masters treasures have, meaning both the Indies: just so it's Here, let natural men's attainments be never so excellent, you may come to see an end of all their perfections, their eye of knowledge may be darkened,
for, how can a Well be alwaies giving out water that receives none? How can a Rose keep fresh without a Root? But they that are planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the Courts of our God;
for, how can a Well be always giving out water that receives none? How can a Rose keep fresh without a Root? But they that Are planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the Courts of our God;
and this spring of grace is fed with supplies from the fulnesse of Jesus Christ, who is the fountain of Gardens, and Well of living Waters; hence he saith, John 7.38.
and this spring of grace is fed with supplies from the fullness of jesus christ, who is the fountain of Gardens, and Well of living Waters; hence he Says, John 7.38.
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A wel-furnisht Christian shal never be drawn dry, his Saviour and treasure ever live, and because Christ lives, the Saints and their graces shal live for ever;
A well-furnished Christian shall never be drawn dry, his Saviour and treasure ever live, and Because christ lives, the Saints and their graces shall live for ever;
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Add to your faith vertue, to vertue knowledge, temperance, patience, godlinesse, brotherly-kindnesse, charity, for if you have these, you'l not be barren or unfruitful in good duties;
Add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, Brotherly kindness, charity, for if you have these, You'll not be barren or unfruitful in good duties;
and if you do good duties according to that treasure, you shal never fall; See 2 Pet. 1.5. to vers. 11. These are a chain that link the soul to God, and reach as high as Heaven:
and if you do good duties according to that treasure, you shall never fallen; See 2 Pet. 1.5. to vers. 11. These Are a chain that link the soul to God, and reach as high as Heaven:
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David saith, I have gone astray like a lost sheep, [ there's his acknowledgement ] Seek thy servant [ there's his request, ] for I do not forget thy Commandements [ there's the argument to inforce it ] q. d. there is yet something in my heart that owns thee,
David Says, I have gone astray like a lost sheep, [ there's his acknowledgement ] Seek thy servant [ there's his request, ] for I do not forget thy commandments [ there's the argument to enforce it ] q. worser. there is yet something in my heart that owns thee,
there is yet the root of the matter in the heart, that by the sent of water (the heavenly dew of divine Grace) wil sprout again, and bring forth fruit:
there is yet the root of the matter in the heart, that by the sent of water (the heavenly due of divine Grace) will sprout again, and bring forth fruit:
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therefore our Divines have determined, That the seed of Regeneration, with those fundamental gifts, without which spiritual life cannot consist, are kept safe and intire:
Therefore our Divines have determined, That the seed of Regeneration, with those fundamental Gifts, without which spiritual life cannot consist, Are kept safe and entire:
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and perpetually cherisheth and maintaineth it: Maries better part shall not be taken away. This fear in the heart, keeps them from departing from God, Jer. 32.40.
and perpetually Cherishes and maintaineth it: Mary's better part shall not be taken away. This Fear in the heart, keeps them from departing from God, Jer. 32.40.
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They have [ constantiam in proposito, & perseverantiam in opere ] constancie in their hearts, and perseverance in their hands. Holy resolutions produce successful performances:
They have [ constantiam in Purpose, & perseverantiam in Opere ] constancy in their hearts, and perseverance in their hands. Holy resolutions produce successful performances:
1. It stands us all in hand to try our selves, and dig into our own hearts to see if we can finde a treasure there, both in respect of sincerity and degree of grace:
1. It Stands us all in hand to try our selves, and dig into our own hearts to see if we can find a treasure there, both in respect of sincerity and degree of grace:
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gracelesse soules are the onely treasurelesse soules, and I fear there is more than a good many, that could never experimentally distinguish betwixt Nature and Grace,
graceless Souls Are the only treasurelesse Souls, and I Fear there is more than a good many, that could never experimentally distinguish betwixt Nature and Grace,
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and therefore are encreasing guilt, and treasuring up wrath: O Christians! See whither you have the true Riches, try what proficiency you have made to grace, and in grace;
and Therefore Are increasing guilt, and treasuring up wrath: Oh Christians! See whither you have the true Riches, try what proficiency you have made to grace, and in grace;
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Proud, conceited Professors are apt to boast of their attainments, whilest some self-denying humble soules, are apt to bear false-witnesse against themselves, by denying what they have:
Proud, conceited Professors Are apt to boast of their attainments, whilst Some self-denying humble Souls, Are apt to bear False witness against themselves, by denying what they have:
Salomon saith, There is that maketh himself rich, yet hath nothing; there is that maketh himself poor, yet hath great riches, Prov. 13.7. Sounding Vessels are often empty, and stil-running waters are usually deep:
Solomon Says, There is that makes himself rich, yet hath nothing; there is that makes himself poor, yet hath great riches, Curae 13.7. Sounding Vessels Are often empty, and stil-running waters Are usually deep:
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I intreat you read those Books, that lay down marks of true grace, hear and attend the most heart-searching Ministry, take much pains in descending frequently into your own hearts,
I entreat you read those Books, that lay down marks of true grace, hear and attend the most heart-searching Ministry, take much pains in descending frequently into your own hearts,
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Ask, I beseech you your own hearts these four questions. 1. How came you by it? 2. How do you value it? 3. How do you use it? 4. How do you increase it?
Ask, I beseech you your own hearts these four questions. 1. How Come you by it? 2. How do you valve it? 3. How do you use it? 4. How do you increase it?
how you came by it? Men usually know how they get a treasure, the hand of the diligent maketh rich. Prov. 10.4. i.e. the blessing of the Lord upon diligent endeavours, vers. 22. men that would be rich ply the oares, run to markets and faires, travel from City to City, to buy and sel and get gain, they travel by Sea and by Land, compassing the World to possess a smal portion of it:
how you Come by it? Men usually know how they get a treasure, the hand of the diligent makes rich. Curae 10.4. i.e. the blessing of the Lord upon diligent endeavours, vers. 22. men that would be rich ply the oars, run to Markets and fairs, travel from city to city, to buy and sell and get gain, they travel by Sea and by Land, compassing the World to possess a small portion of it:
Why now, what do you in spirituals? Where are your thoughtful cares and painful hands? though labour wil not get this treasure ('tis a free gift) vet it will not be had without labour. Gods Ordinance must be honoured;
Why now, what do you in spirituals? Where Are your thoughtful Cares and painful hands? though labour will not get this treasure (it's a free gift) vet it will not be had without labour. God's Ordinance must be honoured;
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In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat thy bread, yea this holds good for the Soul. Joh. 6.27. Labour — for that meat which endureth to everlasting life, which the Son of Man shall give unto you:
In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat thy bred, yea this holds good for the Soul. John 6.27. Labour — for that meat which Endureth to everlasting life, which the Son of Man shall give unto you:
Well sirs, hath the care of your hearts put labour into your hands, and travel into your feet, to repair to the Markets and Faires of publick, private and secret performances, to get a solid treasure? have you both digged and begged for it? where is your sweat and ageny? hath Jesus Christ sweat blood to fit you for Heaven,
Well Sirs, hath the care of your hearts put labour into your hands, and travel into your feet, to repair to the Markets and Fairs of public, private and secret performances, to get a solid treasure? have you both dug and begged for it? where is your sweat and ageny? hath jesus christ sweat blood to fit you for Heaven,
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2. How do you value this treasure? Where the treasure is, there will the heart be also. Mat. 6.21. The thoughts, cares, affections will center upon a Mans treasure, for he accounts his treasure the best thing he hath;
2. How do you valve this treasure? Where the treasure is, there will the heart be also. Mathew 6.21. The thoughts, Cares, affections will centre upon a men treasure, for he accounts his treasure the best thing he hath;
for all that the soul hath is wrapt up in him, well then, let me pose the most dark and doubting (if sincere) Christian, what faist thou, poor soul, wouldst thou quit thy share in Christ and spiritual treasures,
for all that the soul hath is wrapped up in him, well then, let me pose the most dark and doubting (if sincere) Christian, what Fairest thou, poor soul, Wouldst thou quit thy share in christ and spiritual treasures,
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for a Crown and Kingdome? wouldst thou not answer, no? wouldst thou cast away thy trembling hopes of acceptance with God, to be delivered from the infamy, poverty and persecution that attends the powerful profession of Christianity, that thou maist live in honour, pleasure,
for a Crown and Kingdom? Wouldst thou not answer, no? Wouldst thou cast away thy trembling hope's of acceptance with God, to be Delivered from the infamy, poverty and persecution that attends the powerful profession of Christianity, that thou Mayest live in honour, pleasure,
this is indeed a discriminating note, for a gracious soul will cry out, none but Christ, none but Christ, give me Christ, or else I die, give me Christ, and I shall live:
this is indeed a discriminating note, for a gracious soul will cry out, none but christ, none but christ, give me christ, or Else I die, give me christ, and I shall live:
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take an instance of Moses, who chose the bitterest Cup of affliction, rather than the sugared cup of sensual pleasures, that he might enjoy Jesus Christ:
take an instance of Moses, who chosen the Bitterest Cup of affliction, rather than the sugared cup of sensual pleasures, that he might enjoy jesus christ:
on the one side there was suffering, on the other injoying, affliction on the one hand, pleasures on the other, the despised people of God were companions on one side, ruffling Gallants in Pharaoh 's Court on the other,
on the one side there was suffering, on the other enjoying, affliction on the one hand, pleasures on the other, the despised people of God were Sodales on one side, ruffling Gallants in Pharaoh is Court on the other,
the last yet not the least of Satans assaults of Christ, no, good Moses esteemed the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures of Aegypt: the worst of Christ is better than the best of the World:
the last yet not the least of Satan assaults of christ, no, good Moses esteemed the reproach of christ greater riches than the treasures of Egypt: the worst of christ is better than the best of the World:
the noble Marquess Galeacius Caracciolus, in imitation of him, being tempted with large offers to depart from Zion to Babylon, resolutely replyed, Let their money perish with them that account all the treasures of the World worth one houres communion with Jesus Christ:
the noble Marquis Galeacius Caracciolo, in imitation of him, being tempted with large offers to depart from Zion to Babylon, resolutely replied, Let their money perish with them that account all the treasures of the World worth one hours communion with jesus christ:
nor is he taken with the comeliness and excellency of grace, a sad yet lively embleme whereof we have in the hopeful young Gentleman that bade fair for Heaven, yet when he saw it would cost him so dear, as to part with all, he would rather go without it,
nor is he taken with the comeliness and excellency of grace, a sad yet lively emblem whereof we have in the hopeful young Gentleman that bade fair for Heaven, yet when he saw it would cost him so dear, as to part with all, he would rather go without it,
and jealousies of apostacy, may restrain some Christians profession, yet there may be a temptation on that hand also yet) that where fire is, it wil bewray it self by hear or smoak, 'tis impossible grace should be hid or stifled:
and jealousies of apostasy, may restrain Some Christians profession, yet there may be a temptation on that hand also yet) that where fire is, it will bewray it self by hear or smoke, it's impossible grace should be hid or stifled:
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He that is full of matter, is constrained by the internal workings of the Spirit to vent it, else it is like Elihu's new wine that hath no vent, it bursts the new bottles: the truth is, its as natural for a gracious heart to talk and walk holily,
He that is full of matter, is constrained by the internal workings of the Spirit to vent it, Else it is like Elihu's new wine that hath no vent, it bursts the new bottles: the truth is, its as natural for a gracious heart to talk and walk holily,
How do you trade with heaven, and for heaven? What do you more than others? where's the life and power of Religion? Do you indeed exercise your selves to godlinesse? What large expences do you lay out for that God from whom you have such liberal incomes? When we see rich men lay out abundance of money in houshold goods, housekeeping, building, Recreations, we guesse, certainly such have a good stock before-hand, a great yearly Revenue;
How do you trade with heaven, and for heaven? What do you more than Others? where's the life and power of Religion? Do you indeed exercise your selves to godliness? What large expenses do you lay out for that God from whom you have such liberal incomes? When we see rich men lay out abundance of money in household goods, housekeeping, building, Recreations, we guess, Certainly such have a good stock beforehand, a great yearly Revenue;
What say you to these things? Can our hearts witnesse with us that in simplicity and godly sincerity, by the assistance of grace we have had our conversation? Can our Relations & Neighbors witness for us, that we have served the Lord with all humility of minde, with many teares and temptations? Can our Closets, Chambers, Shops,
What say you to these things? Can our hearts witness with us that in simplicity and godly sincerity, by the assistance of grace we have had our Conversation? Can our Relations & Neighbours witness for us, that we have served the Lord with all humility of mind, with many tears and temptations? Can our Closets, Chambers, Shops,
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and Fields testifie our secret groans, meditations, self-examinations? Have we performed our relative duties with all care and conscience? As Magistrates punishing sin,
and Fields testify our secret groans, meditations, self-examinations? Have we performed our relative duties with all care and conscience? As Magistrates punishing since,
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and meditations? and are we useful in our generations? let's not deceive our selves, its not a conceit of some good meanings within that wil serve our turn;
and meditations? and Are we useful in our generations? let's not deceive our selves, its not a conceit of Some good meanings within that will serve our turn;
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but the Apostle tels us roundly and plainly, He that doth righteousnesse, is righteous, 1 John 3.7. Acts do evidence the state, and a man cannot be good unlesse he do good: That's the third tryal.
but the Apostle tells us roundly and plainly, He that does righteousness, is righteous, 1 John 3.7. Acts do evidence the state, and a man cannot be good unless he do good: That's the third trial.
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The true Believer is unsatiable, stil hungring and thirsting after Righteousnesse, daily adding one cubite after another to his spiritual stature, that he may be a tall man in Christ;
The true Believer is unsatiable, still hungering and thirsting After Righteousness, daily adding one cubit After Another to his spiritual stature, that he may be a tall man in christ;
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and at last attain to the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ, Habet enim au•ment• sua fides, habet suam infantiam, habet atatem viritem, habet Senectam. Mar •n loc. Eph. 4.13.
and At last attain to the measure of the stature of the fullness of christ, Habet enim au•ment• sua fides, habet suam infantiam, habet atatem viritem, habet Senectam. Mar •n loc. Ephesians 4.13.
as some expound it, though that may be true, but we must be increasing, til Christ his mystical body grow to ripeness and persection, both in respect of all the members to be added thereunto,
as Some expound it, though that may be true, but we must be increasing, till christ his mystical body grow to ripeness and persecution, both in respect of all the members to be added thereunto,
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what say you to this? are you any better than you have been? are your last works more than your first? what light of knowledge in saving truths? what heat and warmth in sanctifying graces? what heart-refreshing-experiences and comforts have you laid up? are you grown more solid, humble, holy, watchful, faithful and fruitful? do you get more power against your lusts? more ability to walk with God? do you forget what is behinde, and press forwards to perfection? are you stirred up more to holiness? and strengthened with all might by his spirit in the inward man? are you stil sensible of defects, craving for more spiritual riches,
what say you to this? Are you any better than you have been? Are your last works more than your First? what Light of knowledge in Saving truths? what heat and warmth in sanctifying graces? what heart-refreshing-experiences and comforts have you laid up? Are you grown more solid, humble, holy, watchful, faithful and fruitful? do you get more power against your Lustiest? more ability to walk with God? do you forget what is behind, and press forward to perfection? Are you stirred up more to holiness? and strengthened with all might by his Spirit in the inward man? Are you still sensible of defects, craving for more spiritual riches,
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as a beggar for almes? I confess I have sometimes wondered at this strange paradox in Christianity, that there is nothing doth so fil the soul as grace,
as a beggar for alms? I confess I have sometime wondered At this strange paradox in Christianity, that there is nothing does so fill the soul as grace,
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for observe it, this spiritual treasure is made up, and increased by accumulation, or by augmentation, by adding more graces, or strengthning graces already conferred.
for observe it, this spiritual treasure is made up, and increased by accumulation, or by augmentation, by adding more graces, or strengthening graces already conferred.
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only take this note, the more life you have added to your light, the more humility to your graces, the more watchfulness to your lives by your experiences;
only take this note, the more life you have added to your Light, the more humility to your graces, the more watchfulness to your lives by your experiences;
and the more tenderness of conscience, and chearfulness in holy performances by your comforts, the more have you grown in grace, and increased your treasure:
and the more tenderness of conscience, and cheerfulness in holy performances by your comforts, the more have you grown in grace, and increased your treasure:
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then this falls with weight upon the head of four sorts of persons, viz. 1. Careless loyterers. 2. Vain-glorious boasters. 3. Impious offenders. 4. Unprofitable Christians.
then this falls with weight upon the head of four sorts of Persons, viz. 1. Careless loiterers. 2. Vainglorious boaster's. 3. Impious offenders. 4. Unprofitable Christians.
many poor Ministers have cause to weep over their dear people, as Christ over Jerusalem, and say, If thou hadst known, at least in th• thy day, Luk. 19.41, 42. the things that belong to thy peace!
many poor Ministers have cause to weep over their dear people, as christ over Jerusalem, and say, If thou Hadst known, At least in th• thy day, Luk. 19.41, 42. the things that belong to thy peace!
lest God either command the Clouds to rain no rain on thee, or the curse of the barren Fig-tree be pronounced against thee, Let no Fruit grow on thee hence forward for ever,
lest God either command the Clouds to rain no rain on thee, or the curse of the barren Fig tree be pronounced against thee, Let no Fruit grow on thee hence forward for ever,
or else, cut it down, why cumbreth it the ground? Oh sirs, have your souls been yet empty of grace, under Ordinances, which are the Channels of grace? have you lived thus long in Goshen, and are you yet in Egyptian darkness? where's the fault, what can you say for your selves? Suppose God should put you to it, to bring forth your strong reasons, (as he expostulated with the Man that wanted the wedding Garment,) and should say, friend (for so wilt thou needs be accounted,
or Else, Cut it down, why cumbereth it the ground? O Sirs, have your Souls been yet empty of grace, under Ordinances, which Are the Channels of grace? have you lived thus long in Goshen, and Are you yet in Egyptian darkness? where's the fault, what can you say for your selves? Suppose God should put you to it, to bring forth your strong Reasons, (as he expostulated with the Man that wanted the wedding Garment,) and should say, friend (for so wilt thou needs be accounted,
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even the fine white linnen of Christs perfect righteousness? was there not a wellfurnisht shop and store-house of the gifts and graces of the spirit to fill and adorn the house of thy heart? how comes it then that thou art so devoid and destitute of what is good? hadst thou lived in Turky or India, where I did not set up such an office of mercy, thou mightest have more to say,
even the fine white linen of Christ perfect righteousness? was there not a wellfurnisht shop and storehouse of the Gifts and graces of the Spirit to fill and adorn the house of thy heart? how comes it then that thou art so devoid and destitute of what is good? Hadst thou lived in Turky or India, where I did not Set up such an office of mercy, thou Mightest have more to say,
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or colour your wretched negligence? how camest thou hither? qua fronte? what canst thou say to excuse thy brazen Impudence, that darest approach such a presence in so sordid an habit,
or colour your wretched negligence? how camest thou hither? qua front? what Canst thou say to excuse thy brazen Impudence, that Darest approach such a presence in so sordid an habit,
as thus, say to thy soul, my poor pining soul, How is it with thee? What hast thou been doing? and what wast thou sent into the World for? what must become of thee? what provision hast thou made for an eternal state? where must thou lodge,
as thus, say to thy soul, my poor pining soul, How is it with thee? What hast thou been doing? and what waste thou sent into the World for? what must become of thee? what provision hast thou made for an Eternal state? where must thou lodge,
Remember Esau; hast thou stood out so long, and dost thou now presume upon a longer day? Must the earth be forsaken for thee? and shal God leave his ordinary road 〈 ◊ 〉 thee good, step aside to meet with thee? •od sometimes doth so,
remember Esau; hast thou stood out so long, and dost thou now presume upon a longer day? Must the earth be forsaken for thee? and shall God leave his ordinary road 〈 ◊ 〉 thee good, step aside to meet with thee? •od sometime does so,
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and wilful Loyterers shal be punisht according to their contempt of Gospel-opportunities: Gospel-despisers shal account poor Heathens comparatively happy, though their Companions in eternal misery:
and wilful Loiterers shall be punished according to their contempt of Gospel-opportunities: Gospel-despisers shall account poor heathens comparatively happy, though their Sodales in Eternal misery:
their bright Sun of Gospelgrace shal set in more utter darknesse, and greater treasures of wrath shal be poured into those Vessels, that shut out treasures of Grace.
their bright Sun of Gospel grace shall Set in more utter darkness, and greater treasures of wrath shall be poured into those Vessels, that shut out treasures of Grace.
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Some devout Papists there are, which wil tell you they have merit enough, both for themselves and others, that out of the abundant treasure of their good works, can furnish defective soules on earth,
some devout Papists there Are, which will tell you they have merit enough, both for themselves and Others, that out of the abundant treasure of their good works, can furnish defective Souls on earth,
Jesus Christ is our onely Treasury, there is nothing like merit in a meer Creature. Angels in Heaven stand by Grace, having their confirmation by Christ;
jesus christ is our only Treasury, there is nothing like merit in a mere Creature. Angels in Heaven stand by Grace, having their confirmation by christ;
the most of his seeming good works wil rather prejudice himself, than profit others, since they are generally that vain wil-worship, that's coined in the mint of a wanton superstitious Brain,
the most of his seeming good works will rather prejudice himself, than profit Others, since they Are generally that vain will-worship, that's coined in the mint of a wanton superstitious Brain,
yet wherein hath he to glorie? Is he not stil an unprofitable servant? Doth he give God any thing but his own? Is it not due debt? and is it by his own strength,
yet wherein hath he to glory? Is he not still an unprofitable servant? Does he give God any thing but his own? Is it not due debt? and is it by his own strength,
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or of defect? Let any meer creature shew such good works as these, and let him climb up to Heaven upon Acestu 's rotten Ladder, we are resolved to ascend on Jacobs Ladder;
or of defect? Let any mere creature show such good works as these, and let him climb up to Heaven upon Acestu is rotten Ladder, we Are resolved to ascend on Jacobs Ladder;
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I hope we shal be so wise to chuse Bellarmines dying safe•way, rather than his Disputing politick-way to Heaven, to repose all our trust in the mercy of God,
I hope we shall be so wise to choose Bellarmines dying safe•way, rather than his Disputing politick-way to Heaven, to repose all our trust in the mercy of God,
and merits of Christ, rather than the tottering foundation of mans best righteousness, which is but a filthy rag, and wil rather defile than cover our nakednesse.
and merits of christ, rather than the tottering Foundation of men best righteousness, which is but a filthy rag, and will rather defile than cover our nakedness.
But alas, the God of Heaven sees their false coyn and self-flattering hearts; Prov. 16.2. All the wayes of man are clean in his own eyes, but the Lord weigheth the spirits.
But alas, the God of Heaven sees their false coin and self-flattering hearts; Curae 16.2. All the ways of man Are clean in his own eyes, but the Lord weigheth the spirits.
and wil needs condemn him for an hypocrite, because he makes so great a shew, and account himself a sincere Saint, because he conceits his heart to be good;
and will needs condemn him for an hypocrite, Because he makes so great a show, and account himself a sincere Saint, Because he conceits his heart to be good;
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for its known to be desperatelie wicked, and 'tis deceitful, or a Supplanter (as the word imports) that wil trip up the heels of the Christian, and cheat him of his prize and reward:
for its known to be desperately wicked, and it's deceitful, or a Supplanter (as the word imports) that will trip up the heels of the Christian, and cheat him of his prize and reward:
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if ever thou be undone, 'tis thy heart that wil undoe thee; thou dost brag of thy heart, alas poor soul, thou hast cause to bewail it, and be affraid of it;
if ever thou be undone, it's thy heart that will undo thee; thou dost brag of thy heart, alas poor soul, thou hast cause to bewail it, and be afraid of it;
As for the Children of God whom wicked men condemn, for making so great a shew, I shal say but this, that it is the most unreasonable, uncharitablenesse in the world, to judge contrarie to what we see,
As for the Children of God whom wicked men condemn, for making so great a show, I shall say but this, that it is the most unreasonable, uncharitableness in the world, to judge contrary to what we see,
yea, 'tis a blasphemous assuming to a mans self the propertie of Gods Omniscience, to pretend to search the heart, in saying, the thoughts of the heart are opposite to the professions of the Lips, and practices of the Life:
yea, it's a blasphemous assuming to a men self the property of God's Omniscience, to pretend to search the heart, in saying, the thoughts of the heart Are opposite to the professions of the Lips, and practices of the Life:
the Lord rebuke such railing Rabshekah's, as condemn all the generation of Gods Children, and that because of their holie world-condemning conversations;
the Lord rebuke such railing Rabshekah's, as condemn all the generation of God's Children, and that Because of their holy world-condemning conversations;
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and now the holiest Saint (that hates such sins, and mourns for it, as his greatest burden) shal have his brothers miscarriage dasht in his teeth for ever:
and now the Holiest Saint (that hates such Sins, and mourns for it, as his greatest burden) shall have his Brother's miscarriage dashed in his teeth for ever:
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But if a man might argue with these sottish, yet censorious soules, in a rational way, what could they answer? Are not they themselves worse than the loosest Professors? and how far short do they fall of close-walking Christians? Should all be condemned for the sake of one? and should wee not judge according to what we see,
But if a man might argue with these sottish, yet censorious Souls, in a rational Way, what could they answer? are not they themselves Worse than the loosest Professors? and how Far short do they fallen of close-walking Christians? Should all be condemned for the sake of one? and should we not judge according to what we see,
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How should it be otherwise? Men must needs act as they are: It was a Proverb of the Antients, Wickednesse proceedeth from the wicked, 1 Sam. 24.13. such as the Fountain is, such must needs be the Streams, the Fruit is answerable to the nature of the Root and Tree:
How should it be otherwise? Men must needs act as they Are: It was a Proverb of the Ancients, Wickedness Proceedeth from the wicked, 1 Sam. 24.13. such as the Fountain is, such must needs be the Streams, the Fruit is answerable to the nature of the Root and Tree:
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Oh, how many vassals of Satan and vessels of sin are replenishing and preparing for wrath? for as a good mans treasure prepares him to do the more good,
O, how many vassals of Satan and vessels of since Are replenishing and preparing for wrath? for as a good men treasure prepares him to do the more good,
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As the Scholar that Dr. Preston speaks of, who having committed a scandalous sin, that he could not rest by reason of terrours of conscience, the Devil perswaded him to commit that sin again,
As the Scholar that Dr. Preston speaks of, who having committed a scandalous since, that he could not rest by reason of terrors of conscience, the devil persuaded him to commit that since again,
so that at last they are past feeling, having given themselves over to all lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness: Eph. 4.19. The Word past feeling, imports remorselesness, senselesness, like a member benummed, scared, and this comes with custome in sinning:
so that At last they Are passed feeling, having given themselves over to all lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness: Ephesians 4.19. The Word passed feeling, imports remorselesness, senselessness, like a member benumbed, scared, and this comes with custom in sinning:
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We are apt to wonder at the horrid abominations that break out, but if we do consider the prodigeous wickedness of an Atheistical heart, we may rather wonder that there is no more prophaness in the World:
We Are apt to wonder At the horrid abominations that break out, but if we do Consider the prodigious wickedness of an Atheistical heart, we may rather wonder that there is no more profaneness in the World:
If the tongue be a World of iniquity, how many Worlds of wickedness is there in a wicked heart? the thousandth part of corruption breaks not out, of that which is within:
If the tongue be a World of iniquity, how many World's of wickedness is there in a wicked heart? the thousandth part of corruption breaks not out, of that which is within:
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God restrains that wrath which shall not turn to his praise, and Saints advantage, and when wicked Men have belched out as much rage as they can, there is a remnant yet behinde, Psal. 76.10.
God restrains that wrath which shall not turn to his praise, and Saints advantage, and when wicked Men have belched out as much rage as they can, there is a remnant yet behind, Psalm 76.10.
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We are fallen into the dregs of times, and iniquity doth abound, there is a World of Atheisme, pride, uncleanness, swearing, drunkenness, gluttony, blasphemy, Sabbath-breaking, contempt,
We Are fallen into the dregs of times, and iniquity does abound, there is a World of Atheism, pride, uncleanness, swearing, Drunkenness, gluttony, blasphemy, Sabbath-breaking, contempt,
Oh what a filthy sink of un-heard of sin, and ful nest of odious vipers might he behold? certainly it would be the dreadfullest sight in the World, far worse than to see the Devil in the ugliest hue:
O what a filthy sink of unheard of since, and full nest of odious vipers might he behold? Certainly it would be the Dreadfullest sighed in the World, Far Worse than to see the devil in the ugliest hue:
we may stand wondering at the fathomless, bottemless depth of wickedness in the heart of man, it is, saith Luther, the treasure of evils, the fountain of poyson, the head and original of all iniquity? Every man hath that in his heart which he cannot believe is in him;
we may stand wondering At the fathomless, bottemless depth of wickedness in the heart of man, it is, Says Luther, the treasure of evils, the fountain of poison, the head and original of all iniquity? Every man hath that in his heart which he cannot believe is in him;
Romans 5. will stand firm against all Pelagian and Socinian adversaries, that both Adam and Christ our second Adam, do communicate to their seed that which is their own both by imputation and propagation, only the first Adam distributes filth, guilt, death, the second gives grace, righteousness and eternal life:
Romans 5. will stand firm against all Pelagian and Socinian Adversaries, that both Adam and christ our second Adam, do communicate to their seed that which is their own both by imputation and propagation, only the First Adam distributes filth, guilt, death, the second gives grace, righteousness and Eternal life:
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and truly restraining grace is a choice mercy in its kinde, else what would not men do? or rather, what would they not do? the truth is, the original of sin is within, every man is tempted when he is drawn away, and enticed of his own lust, saith the Apostle, there lust is the father,
and truly restraining grace is a choice mercy in its kind, Else what would not men do? or rather, what would they not do? the truth is, the original of since is within, every man is tempted when he is drawn away, and enticed of his own lust, Says the Apostle, there lust is the father,
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lest the Lord search you as with Candles, know and acknowledge the plague of your own hearts, be not afraid to know the worst of your selves, 'tis better we should set our sins in order before us (while there is hope of pardon) for our humiliation,
lest the Lord search you as with Candles, know and acknowledge the plague of your own hearts, be not afraid to know the worst of your selves, it's better we should Set our Sins in order before us (while there is hope of pardon) for our humiliation,
We cannot but know all the wickedness that our hearts are privy to, and cannot our consciences discover an emptiness & vacuity of good? Oh what a Chaos and confusion is in our hearts!
We cannot but know all the wickedness that our hearts Are privy to, and cannot our Consciences discover an emptiness & vacuity of good? O what a Chaos and confusion is in our hearts!
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and whence comes this? Have we not had meanes of gathering a large treasure? What have we done with all our Ordinances, Sermons, Sacraments, Mercies, Afflictions? If we had been diligent, we might have furnished our soules with truths, graces, comforts, and experiences:
and whence comes this? Have we not had means of gathering a large treasure? What have we done with all our Ordinances, Sermons, Sacraments, mercies, Afflictions? If we had been diligent, we might have furnished our Souls with truths, graces, comforts, and experiences:
and unprofitable under Ordinances? so unthankful for mercies, discontented under crosses? so weak in resisting temptations, subduing corruptions? so unwilling of,
and unprofitable under Ordinances? so unthankful for Mercies, discontented under Crosses? so weak in resisting temptations, subduing corruptions? so unwilling of,
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how should we blush and be confounded in the rehearsal? as it's recorded of Dr. Petter, that hearing the fellowes of the Colledge talk of trivial things, said nothing,
how should we blush and be confounded in the rehearsal? as it's recorded of Dr. Petter, that hearing the Fellows of the College talk of trivial things, said nothing,
So suppose some should present to our cares or eyes a relation of our wilde imaginations in one hours time, what a strange medley of non-sense would there be? we may say the Lord knoweth the thoughts of man, that they are vanity, Psal. 94.11.
So suppose Some should present to our Cares or eyes a Relation of our wild Imaginations in one hours time, what a strange medley of nonsense would there be? we may say the Lord Knoweth the thoughts of man, that they Are vanity, Psalm 94.11.
I shall propound these four considerations, briefly for the Saints conviction and humiliation: 1. Are not these spiritual things worth hoarding up? look about you, through the whole Creation,
I shall propound these four considerations, briefly for the Saints conviction and humiliation: 1. are not these spiritual things worth hoarding up? look about you, through the Whole Creation,
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and see if you can finde any thing better to make a treasure of; David saith, I have seen an end of all perfection, Psal. 119.96. All outward enjoyments are a scant Garment that cannot cover us, or rotten rags, and are soon worn out;
and see if you can find any thing better to make a treasure of; David Says, I have seen an end of all perfection, Psalm 119.96. All outward enjoyments Are a scant Garment that cannot cover us, or rotten rags, and Are soon worn out;
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thy Commandements are exceeding broad, they reach from Heaven to Earth, from great to smal, to all sorts of sinners, to all the faculties of the soul, to and through all eternity,
thy commandments Are exceeding broad, they reach from Heaven to Earth, from great to small, to all sorts of Sinners, to all the faculties of the soul, to and through all eternity,
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thus long and broad is the Christians treasure, where then can you mend your selves for a treasure? spiritual blessings have all dimensions of perfection, these are the cream and flower of all blessings, no other treasures avail in the day of wrath;
thus long and broad is the Christians treasure, where then can you mend your selves for a treasure? spiritual blessings have all dimensions of perfection, these Are the cream and flower of all blessings, no other treasures avail in the day of wrath;
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if heavenly things be not worth looking after, what are? should not spiritual persons set their hearts on spiritual riches? Are not these most suitable to your immortal souls,
if heavenly things be not worth looking After, what Are? should not spiritual Persons Set their hearts on spiritual riches? are not these most suitable to your immortal Souls,
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and spiritual principles? Have not you been married to Christ, and can you be content to be without any part of your dowry? Are not you risen with Christ, and should you not then seek after things above? Are not the things of God Magnalia, great things of eternal concernment? and did you not prize them at an high rate at your first conviction? And was not that your Motto [ non est mortale quod opto ] I seek not, I pursue not mortal things, temporary, fading enjoyments? And are not these as much worth enquiring after now,
and spiritual principles? Have not you been married to christ, and can you be content to be without any part of your dowry? are not you risen with christ, and should you not then seek After things above? are not the things of God Magnalia, great things of Eternal concernment? and did you not prize them At an high rate At your First conviction? And was not that your Motto [ non est mortale quod opto ] I seek not, I pursue not Mortal things, temporary, fading enjoyments? And Are not these as much worth inquiring After now,
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It was the matters belonging to the old Covenant, or Legal-dispensation that decayed and waxed old, and so by degrees did vanish away. New-covenant mercies, are the sure mercies of David, and they are alwaies fresh and green. Hence saith the Church in Cant. 1.16. — Also our bed is green, i. e.
It was the matters belonging to the old Covenant, or Legal-dispensation that decayed and waxed old, and so by Degrees did vanish away. New-covenant Mercies, Are the sure Mercies of David, and they Are always fresh and green. Hence Says the Church in Cant 1.16. — Also our Bed is green, i. e.
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in the outward part too much may be done (though not if a man keep to the Rule) so that in some respects one may be righteous over-much, i. e. in either a self-willed superstitious way,
in the outward part too much may be done (though not if a man keep to the Rule) so that in Some respects one may be righteous overmuch, i. e. in either a self-willed superstitious Way,
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as Paul pressed forward, if by any meanes he might attain to the resurrection of the dead, forgetting what was behind, Phil. 7.11, 12, 13, 14. and reaching forth to what was before.
as Paul pressed forward, if by any means he might attain to the resurrection of the dead, forgetting what was behind, Philip 7.11, 12, 13, 14. and reaching forth to what was before.
least the Vessel should 〈 ◊ 〉 (though this is •or ordinary for every Believer, not at a• times for any) so that some may possibly have as much comfort as they can desire.
lest the Vessel should 〈 ◊ 〉 (though this is •or ordinary for every Believer, not At a• times for any) so that Some may possibly have as much Comfort as they can desire.
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'Tis said of good Mr. Herbert Palmer, when he was of the age of four or five yeares, that he would cry to go to his Lady-mother, that he might hear something of God.
It's said of good Mr. Herbert Palmer, when he was of the age of four or five Years, that he would cry to go to his Lady-mother, that he might hear something of God.
And of old Grynaeus (that savourie Germane Divine) 'Tis recorded, that when some persons were discoursing by his Deathbed, he lift up himself, saying, I shall dye with more comfort,
And of old Grynaeus (that savoury Germane Divine) It's recorded, that when Some Persons were discoursing by his Deathbed, he lift up himself, saying, I shall die with more Comfort,
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Now Sirs, who, or what are you? Are you wise enough, good enough? Are you affraid of being too like God? or of having too much of God in and with your soules? Are you loath to get too ready for,
Now Sirs, who, or what Are you? are you wise enough, good enough? are you afraid of being too like God? or of having too much of God in and with your Souls? are you loath to get too ready for,
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insatiable desire after grace, is a clear test of the truth of grace; Oh shame thy selfe then for thy neglect, and humble thy soule for thy non-proficiencie.
insatiable desire After grace, is a clear test of the truth of grace; O shame thy self then for thy neglect, and humble thy soul for thy nonproficiency.
Be you sure, as long as the Devil is in Hell, and Antichrist on earth, there wil be persecutions raised against the Church in some part of it or other,
Be you sure, as long as the devil is in Hell, and Antichrist on earth, there will be persecutions raised against the Church in Some part of it or other,
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Oh, what piteous shirking wil there be to save the skin, and damn the soul? O Christians, get furnisht for this Encounter, wee little know whom it may reach,
O, what piteous shirking will there be to save the skin, and damn the soul? O Christians, get furnished for this Encounter, we little know whom it may reach,
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with a disposition and resolution to walk in the most thornie way, and stinging company of wicked men, that wee may follow the Lamb which way soever hee goeth:
with a disposition and resolution to walk in the most thorny Way, and stinging company of wicked men, that we may follow the Lamb which Way soever he Goes:
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Great services require great strength, that we may neither be weary of, nor weary in the Lords work, we must lay in much, that we may lay out much for God, we know not what God wil call us to use:
Great services require great strength, that we may neither be weary of, nor weary in the lords work, we must lay in much, that we may lay out much for God, we know not what God will call us to use:
When Israel was to goe out of Aegypt, Moses would take the Cattel, and not leave an hoof behind: For, saith he, we know not with what we must serve the Lord till we come thither, Exod. 10.26.
When Israel was to go out of Egypt, Moses would take the Cattle, and not leave an hoof behind: For, Says he, we know not with what we must serve the Lord till we come thither, Exod 10.26.
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and the Aegyptians were more willing to lend them, saith a Learned Man, because themselves were decked with Jewels, that they might be more acceptable to their fine-decked Deities;
and the egyptians were more willing to lend them, Says a Learned Man, Because themselves were decked with Jewels, that they might be more acceptable to their fine-decked Deities;
Why art thou being the Kings Son, lean from day to day, said Jonadab to Ammon, 2 Sam. 13 4. So say I, whence proceeds this leannesse? Is there not meat enough at your Fathers Table? Store sufficient in your Masters Treasurie? Do not you disparage the meanes of your supply? and bring an ill report on the good Land? God is not an hard Master,
Why art thou being the Kings Son, lean from day to day, said Jonadab to Ammon, 2 Sam. 13 4. So say I, whence proceeds this leanness? Is there not meat enough At your Father's Table? Store sufficient in your Masters Treasury? Do not you disparage the means of your supply? and bring an ill report on the good Land? God is not an hard Master,
and take as much as they desired, do you think they would neglect this occasion of enriching themselves? Surely no, they would rather fetch bag after bag, (for scarce is any weary of taking money) and with the poor woman in sacred story, borrow Vessels that may contain larger Treasures:
and take as much as they desired, do you think they would neglect this occasion of enriching themselves? Surely no, they would rather fetch bag After bag, (for scarce is any weary of taking money) and with the poor woman in sacred story, borrow Vessels that may contain larger Treasures:
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Do you fear these Treasures of Heaven will be exhausted by the Myriads of soules that are supplyed therefrom? Know it Sirs, the Royal Exchequer is as rich this day,
Do you Fear these Treasures of Heaven will be exhausted by the Myriads of Souls that Are supplied therefrom? Know it Sirs, the Royal Exchequer is as rich this day,
But because the treasure of true grace is absolutely necessary, I shal lay down some few directions for the graceless soul, that it may have a right principle, without which it cannot bring forth one good thought, word, or work:
But Because the treasure of true grace is absolutely necessary, I shall lay down Some few directions for the graceless soul, that it may have a right principle, without which it cannot bring forth one good Thought, word, or work:
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this is the habit without which there can be no gracious acts, this is the root, without which there can be no fruit unto God, this is that stock to trade with, without which there can be no trading with God, or true heaping up of the forementioned treasure of sanctifying truths, spiritual graces, heart-melting experiences, or heart-chearing comforts:
this is the habit without which there can be no gracious acts, this is the root, without which there can be no fruit unto God, this is that stock to trade with, without which there can be no trading with God, or true heaping up of the forementioned treasure of sanctifying truths, spiritual graces, Heart-melting experiences, or Heart-cheering comforts:
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as whether there be any habits from nature? or caused by acts, or by one act? or whether habits be infused by God? but we must distinguish betwixt inferiour habits, that are meerly natural,
as whither there be any habits from nature? or caused by acts, or by one act? or whither habits be infused by God? but we must distinguish betwixt inferior habits, that Are merely natural,
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yet we are to wait upon God in the use of his appointed meanes, so saith the Apostle, Phil. 2.12, 13. — Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling,
yet we Are to wait upon God in the use of his appointed means, so Says the Apostle, Philip 2.12, 13. — Work out your own salvation with Fear and trembling,
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Solitary recesses are of singular advantage, both for getting and increasing grace: Prov. 18.1. Through desire a man having separated himself, seeketh, and intermedleth with all wisdome:
Solitary Recesses Are of singular advantage, both for getting and increasing grace: Curae 18.1. Through desire a man having separated himself, seeks, and intermeddleth with all Wisdom:
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but left him at liberty to think of what he would, the Son having this liberty to please himself in the subject, sets himself to the performance of his promise;
but left him At liberty to think of what he would, the Son having this liberty to please himself in the Subject, sets himself to the performance of his promise;
his thoughts one day recal his past pleasures, another contrive his future delights, but at length his thoughts became inquisitive, what might be his Fathers end in proposing this task, he thought his Father was a wise and good man,
his thoughts one day Recall his past pleasures, Another contrive his future delights, but At length his thoughts became inquisitive, what might be his Father's end in proposing this task, he Thought his Father was a wise and good man,
Consider, what you came into the World for, whither you must go if you die this moment, what a state you were born in, what is the need and nature of Regeneration, what is the worth and price of your immortal souls:
Consider, what you Come into the World for, whither you must go if you die this moment, what a state you were born in, what is the need and nature of Regeneration, what is the worth and price of your immortal Souls:
2. Be at a Point concerning your state be exact, and impartial, in searching your hearts to finde out your state, trifle not in this great work of self-examination, be not afraid to know the worst of thy self:
2. Be At a Point Concerning your state be exact, and impartial, in searching your hearts to find out your state, trifle not in this great work of self-examination, be not afraid to know the worst of thy self:
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make a curious and critical heart-anatomy, Try whether Jesus Christ be in you, do as the Goldsmith, who brings his Gold to the Ballance? So do you weigh your selves in the ballance of the Sanctuarie;
make a curious and critical heart-anatomy, Try whither jesus christ be in you, do as the Goldsmith, who brings his Gold to the Balance? So do you weigh your selves in the balance of the Sanctuary;
Oh, how many are deceived with imaginarie felicities, and emptie flourishes? Take heed of being put off with gifts, instead of Grace; Conviction, instead of Conversion;
O, how many Are deceived with imaginary felicities, and empty flourishes? Take heed of being put off with Gifts, instead of Grace; Conviction, instead of Conversion;
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Heart, how is it with thee? Art thou renewed? What life of grace is in thee? Are thy graces of the right stamp? Whither art thou going? and get distinct and positive Answers to such questions as these:
Heart, how is it with thee? Art thou renewed? What life of grace is in thee? are thy graces of the right stamp? Whither art thou going? and get distinct and positive Answers to such questions as these:
David is so intent upon it, and so affraid of a mistake, that he useth three emphatical words, in that challenge he makes for his soules disquisition, Psalm 26.2. Examine me, O Lord, and prove me, try my reins and my heart:
David is so intent upon it, and so afraid of a mistake, that he uses three emphatical words, in that challenge he makes for his Souls disquisition, Psalm 26.2. Examine me, Oh Lord, and prove me, try my reins and my heart:
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It is a wonder I am not hurl'd into Hell before this, what shall I do to be saved? Is there any hope of such a wretch as I am? Oh that I could bathe my self in briny-teares of evangelical repentance!
It is a wonder I am not hurled into Hell before this, what shall I do to be saved? Is there any hope of such a wretch as I am? O that I could bathe my self in briny-teares of Evangelical Repentance!
Oh how shall I believe in Jesus Christ, that I may receive remission of sins! truth it is, sirs, you'l never be filled til you be sensible of soul-emptiness;
O how shall I believe in jesus christ, that I may receive remission of Sins! truth it is, Sirs, You'll never be filled till you be sensible of soul-emptiness;
and meet for the Masters use, and prepared unto every good work. 2 Tim. 2.21. Let me entreat you for the Lords sake, and for your own souls sake, to search and sweep every dusty corner of your filthy hearts.
and meet for the Masters use, and prepared unto every good work. 2 Tim. 2.21. Let me entreat you for the lords sake, and for your own Souls sake, to search and sweep every dusty corner of your filthy hearts.
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Let not this train of graces and treasure of truths be alwaies waiting your leisure, whiles you are wallowing in the puddle of sin, and swallowing down the Devils sweet,
Let not this train of graces and treasure of truths be always waiting your leisure, while you Are wallowing in the puddle of since, and swallowing down the Devils sweet,
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Oh be willing to make this blessed exchange, to part with thy base lusts for a precious Christ, to forgoe soul-damning corruptions for soul-perfuming dispositions:
O be willing to make this blessed exchange, to part with thy base Lustiest for a precious christ, to forgo Soul damning corruptions for soul-perfuming dispositions:
yea labour to put off the old Man, and to put on the new, at least do what you can to wash your hearts from filthiness, that your vain thoughts may not lodge within you, Jer. 4.14. That you may have a saving treasure of holy meditations.
yea labour to put off the old Man, and to put on the new, At least doe what you can to wash your hearts from filthiness, that your vain thoughts may not lodge within you, Jer. 4.14. That you may have a Saving treasure of holy meditations.
the Posts of wisdome, the Garden where such precious Spices grow, the Orchard where the soul may be loaden with the fruits of righteousness, Ordinances are the Lords Camp, where this Heavenly Manna falls;
the Posts of Wisdom, the Garden where such precious Spices grow, the Orchard where the soul may be loaded with the fruits of righteousness, Ordinances Are the lords Camp, where this Heavenly Manna falls;
offensive and defensive weapons to fortifie the soul against the fiercest on-sets of the great Abaddon: If your soules be sick of love, here you may finde Flaggons of precious liquor to revive your fainting spirits, dispensed by the Lords Stewards:
offensive and defensive weapons to fortify the soul against the Fiercest onsets of the great Abaddon: If your Souls be sick of love, Here you may find Flaggons of precious liquour to revive your fainting spirits, dispensed by the lords Stewards:
O then seek Christ in the broad-wayes of publick Ordinances, and goe your waies forth by these footsteps of the flock. Search this Pearl in the field of Gospel-dispensations,
Oh then seek christ in the broadways of public Ordinances, and go your ways forth by these footsteps of the flock. Search this Pearl in the field of Gospel-dispensations,
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live still within the sound of Aarons Bells, and beg of God that Aarons Rod may bring forth the buds of grace in your immortal soules: Mr. Lee, on Solomons Temple:
live still within the found of Aaron's Bells', and beg of God that Aaron's Rod may bring forth the buds of grace in your immortal Souls: Mr. Lee, on Solomons Temple:
cap. 9. pag. 266. Num. 17.8. The Rod of Aaron (as one wel observes) may signifie the Ministrie [ Effectivè ] as to the effects it produceth, by the blessing of God bringing forth buds, blossomes, and ripe Nuts all at once, i. e.
cap. 9. page. 266. Num. 17.8. The Rod of Aaron (as one well observes) may signify the Ministry [ Effectivè ] as to the effects it Produceth, by the blessing of God bringing forth buds, blossoms, and ripe Nuts all At once, i. e.
if men were readie to perish in deep waters, and a Boat should be offered to carrie them to land, that would come into it, it were an absurd thing to dispute,
if men were ready to perish in deep waters, and a Boat should be offered to carry them to land, that would come into it, it were an absurd thing to dispute,
whether the Prince intend him particularlie. Since his name is included in the general grant; Surelie men would not so fondlie cast away themselves in temporals:
whither the Prince intend him particularly. Since his name is included in the general grant; Surely men would not so fondly cast away themselves in temporals:
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Is not Jesus Christ out souls Physitian? and are not we sick? Is not the Gospel-design of Grace, a plank after ship-wrack? and are not we drowning? Are not we condemned Malefactors at the Bar of Gods Justice? and doth not God graciouslie tender to us the Redemption so dearlie purchased by our precious Saviour? and why then should wee forsake our own mercies? why will you be cruel to your own soules? If it were in temporals, you would put out the hand and be very readie for receiving.
Is not jesus christ out Souls physician? and Are not we sick? Is not the Gospel design of Grace, a plank After shipwreck? and Are not we drowning? are not we condemned Malefactors At the Bar of God's justice? and does not God graciously tender to us the Redemption so dearly purchased by our precious Saviour? and why then should we forsake our own Mercies? why will you be cruel to your own Souls? If it were in temporals, you would put out the hand and be very ready for receiving.
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I can assure you, he hath not an evil eye, he doth not grudge you this heavenly Manna; Nay, rather than your soules shall famish, he freely gives you his flesh and blood to nourish your poor immortal soules:
I can assure you, he hath not an evil eye, he does not grudge you this heavenly Manna; Nay, rather than your Souls shall famish, he freely gives you his Flesh and blood to nourish your poor immortal Souls:
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will not this melt and move you to yield your selves unto your dear and loving Lord? I beseech you, take these things into your serious thoughts, and accept of Jesus Christ:
will not this melt and move you to yield your selves unto your dear and loving Lord? I beseech you, take these things into your serious thoughts, and accept of jesus christ:
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But the truth is, we cannot ask so much as God is able and willing to give us, Ephes. 3.19, 20. Therefore Sirs, stir up your hearts to desire Grace, open these windows of your Soules:
But the truth is, we cannot ask so much as God is able and willing to give us, Ephesians 3.19, 20. Therefore Sirs, stir up your hearts to desire Grace, open these windows of your Souls:
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but lay it directlie under the Promise, Matth. 5.6. Desire is the Souls pullies, that wind it up to Heaven, and 'tis the Souls stomach, that receives Heaven into the Christian: therefore pray hard;
but lay it directly under the Promise, Matthew 5.6. Desire is the Souls pulleys, that wind it up to Heaven, and it's the Souls stomach, that receives Heaven into the Christian: Therefore pray hard;
and nakedness, at your doors, and in the Road? Goe you and do likewise, fill the eares of God with mightie cries, take no denial, give God no rest, till you have your share in spiritual Blessings:
and nakedness, At your doors, and in the Road? Go you and doe likewise, fill the ears of God with mighty cries, take no denial, give God no rest, till you have your share in spiritual Blessings:
and if he will but give thee a treasure of grace in thy heart, and reserve a treasure of glorie for thee in Heaven, thou wilt refer matters of the world to him,
and if he will but give thee a treasure of grace in thy heart, and reserve a treasure of glory for thee in Heaven, thou wilt refer matters of the world to him,
and when he hath blessed thee with spiritual blessings in Heavenly things — Then thou wilt be to the praise of the glorie of his grace. Eph. 1.3.6.
and when he hath blessed thee with spiritual blessings in Heavenly things — Then thou wilt be to the praise of the glory of his grace. Ephesians 1.3.6.
and without Christ, you may imagine great things, but God knows there is no such matter, as he saith to this self-conceited Church of Laodicea, Vers. 17 Thou saist I am rich — and know'st not that thou art wretched, miserable, poor, blinde, naked:
and without christ, you may imagine great things, but God knows there is no such matter, as he Says to this self-conceited Church of Laodicea, Vers. 17 Thou Sayest I am rich — and Knowest not that thou art wretched, miserable, poor, blind, naked:
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the graceless soul is 1. wretched, i.e. pressed with sickness, miserie and calamitie, over-whelmed with reproach, over-thrown in conflicts, cannot stir hand or foot for God, being alwaies over-born by his Master, Satan: 2. He is miserable, i.e. though he stand in absolute need of divine help and mercie,
the graceless soul is 1. wretched, i.e. pressed with sickness, misery and calamity, overwhelmed with reproach, overthrown in conflicts, cannot stir hand or foot for God, being always overborne by his Master, Satan: 2. He is miserable, i.e. though he stand in absolute need of divine help and mercy,
God wil have no mercie on this woful object, so that the forlorne soul may be called Lo-ruhamah. 3. The sinner is poor, i.e. in extream necessitie, hath not a bit or morsel of brown Bread,
God will have no mercy on this woeful Object, so that the forlorn soul may be called Lo-ruhamah. 3. The sinner is poor, i.e. in extreme necessity, hath not a bit or morsel of brown Bred,
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3. He is oppressed with intollerable labour, grinding in the Devils Mil, toiling in worse than Egyptian thraldome, without any relief for his famishing soul.
3. He is oppressed with intolerable labour, grinding in the Devils Mil, toiling in Worse than Egyptian thraldom, without any relief for his famishing soul.
4. He is of a dejected minde, like the Serpent, going with his bellie to the dust, a degenerate Plant, the worst part of the Creation, the basest of Creatures, the taile, and not the head.
4. He is of a dejected mind, like the Serpent, going with his belly to the dust, a degenerate Plant, the worst part of the Creation, the Basest of Creatures, the tail, and not the head.
5. Besides all this he is afflicted spirituallie with suits, hatred, exile, imprisonment, God himself commenceth suit against him, hates him, banisheth him from his presence, delivers him over into Satans hands, by whom he is led Captive, at his pleasure. 6. He is alwaies needie, desires all things,
5. Beside all this he is afflicted spiritually with suits, hatred, exile, imprisonment, God himself Commenceth suit against him, hates him, banisheth him from his presence, delivers him over into Satan hands, by whom he is led Captive, At his pleasure. 6. He is always needy, Desires all things,
but hath nothing, cannot be content, snatching on the right and left hand, yet is never satisfied, boundless in motion towards a wrong object, that increaseth his thirst. 7. He is emptie both of vertues, which are the riches of the minde,
but hath nothing, cannot be content, snatching on the right and left hand, yet is never satisfied, boundless in motion towards a wrong Object, that increases his thirst. 7. He is empty both of Virtues, which Are the riches of the mind,
2. Consider the state into which you are councelled, for this end observe, 1. Who is your Councellour, Jesus Christ, who indeed is the onlie Councellour, the wisdome of the Father, who best understands the Law of heaven,
2. Consider the state into which you Are counseled, for this end observe, 1. Who is your Counselor, jesus christ, who indeed is the only Counselor, the Wisdom of the Father, who best understands the Law of heaven,
he that wil speak to the Father for you, intreats you to make use of him as your onlie Advocate. 2. Consider what and who you are and have been, that are thus councelled, enemies to his grace, in whom he might glorifie his justice,
he that will speak to the Father for you, intreats you to make use of him as your only Advocate. 2. Consider what and who you Are and have been, that Are thus counseled, enemies to his grace, in whom he might Glorify his Justice,
and cast you head-long into the Pit, and there's an end of you, persons that have been a provocation all your daies, that have resisted, quenched, grieved, vexed his holie spirit, trampled Christ under foot, served Satan and your selves;
and cast you headlong into the Pit, and there's an end of you, Persons that have been a provocation all your days, that have resisted, quenched, grieved, vexed his holy Spirit, trampled christ under foot, served Satan and your selves;
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come, strike up the bargain, bid freely, but what must you give? money, or moneys worth? no, worldly treasures are dross here, money beares no mastery, the price is fallen to just nothing, shal I say nothing? you are to give away your sins,
come, strike up the bargain, bid freely, but what must you give? money, or moneys worth? no, worldly treasures Are dross Here, money bears no mastery, the price is fallen to just nothing, shall I say nothing? you Are to give away your Sins,
and what is it good for? That brings in the four things, viz. the things purchased are absolutely necessary & beneficial. 1. Gold. 2. Rayment. 3. Eve salve. 4. Every one accomplisheth a notable end, to make rich, cloath and recover sight:
and what is it good for? That brings in the four things, viz. the things purchased Are absolutely necessary & beneficial. 1. Gold. 2. Raiment. 3. Eve salve. 4. Every one accomplisheth a notable end, to make rich, cloth and recover sighed:
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and the words of God are as silver tryed in a furnace of Earth, Psalm 119. 1•7. purified seven times, therefore David loved the Word above fine gold; I told you we must make a treasure of this refined Gold of Scripture-truths, but I rather understand this of the tryed gold of precious graces, especially faith, which being tried in the Furnace of affliction is much more precious than gold that perisheth:
and the words of God Are as silver tried in a furnace of Earth, Psalm 119. 1•7. purified seven times, Therefore David loved the Word above fine gold; I told you we must make a treasure of this refined Gold of Scriptural truths, but I rather understand this of the tried gold of precious graces, especially faith, which being tried in the Furnace of affliction is much more precious than gold that Perishes:
and believe in him for obtaining more of the Riches of grace. 2. White raiment is the Robes of Christs Righteousnesse, the garments of our elder Brother, fine Linnen clean and white,
and believe in him for obtaining more of the Riches of grace. 2. White raiment is the Robes of Christ Righteousness, the garments of our elder Brother, fine Linen clean and white,
for whitenesse is a token of purity, and 'tis an allusion to the Romane Candidates, that seeking Dignity or Magistracy, come forth conspicuously into the Assembly, thereby signifying that integrity which bec•me those honourable Offices:
for whiteness is a token of purity, and it's an allusion to the Roman Candidates, that seeking Dignity or Magistracy, come forth conspicuously into the Assembly, thereby signifying that integrity which bec•me those honourable Offices:
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So the Saints must have the upper garments of imputed Righteousnesse, and closer rayment of inherent Holinesse, of both which 'tis said, Rev. 16.15 — Blessed is he that watcheth and keepeth his garments,
So the Saints must have the upper garments of imputed Righteousness, and closer raiment of inherent Holiness, of both which it's said, Rev. 16.15 — Blessed is he that watches and Keepeth his garments,
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the filth and guilt of sin: 3. Eye-salve, an Ointment that purgeth away the dregs and dimness of the Eyes, this grace banisheth the dark mists from the soul,
the filth and guilt of since: 3. Eyesalve, an Ointment that Purgeth away the dregs and dimness of the Eyes, this grace banisheth the dark mists from the soul,
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This is the only learning, book-learning and brain-knowledge are not worth naming in comparison of this, for this annionting will teach you of all things:
This is the only learning, book-learning and brain-knowledge Are not worth naming in comparison of this, for this annionting will teach you of all things:
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and nothing can suit you, you wil make no shift in a hard time, and you know not how to improve happy times, a day of affliction will swallow you up, temptation wil overthrow you, mercies wil encrease your guilt, judgments drive you to despair;
and nothing can suit you, you will make no shift in a hard time, and you know not how to improve happy times, a day of affliction will swallow you up, temptation will overthrow you, Mercies will increase your guilt, Judgments drive you to despair;
you cannot buckle to the easiest Duties, nor apply the sweetest Promises, and how wil you come off in the great day of Accounts? whether wil you go for help,
you cannot buckle to the Easiest Duties, nor apply the Sweetest Promises, and how will you come off in the great day of Accounts? whither will you go for help,
I shall be the larger upon it, and rank what I have to say under these four Topicks or Heads, Viz. 1. How shall a soul be furnished with a Treasure of good thoughts.
I shall be the larger upon it, and rank what I have to say under these four Topicks or Heads, Viz. 1. How shall a soul be furnished with a Treasure of good thoughts.
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2. How shall a Christian lay up Truths, Graces, Comforts, and Experiences? 3. How may a Christian preserve and increase this Treasure? 4. How must a treasured Soul draw out,
2. How shall a Christian lay up Truths, Graces, Comforts, and Experiences? 3. How may a Christian preserve and increase this Treasure? 4. How must a treasured Soul draw out,
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as profit, pleasure, honour — But those were the most sublime, and (in asort) Divine, that placed the ( summum bonum, or) chief good, in what is above,
as profit, pleasure, honour — But those were the most sublime, and (in asort) Divine, that placed the (summum bonum, or) chief good, in what is above,
& shal not Christians much more? it is a shame for a Saint, inlightned by the Spirit, to be so blear-eyed, as not to see afar off, or view spiritual objects:
& shall not Christians much more? it is a shame for a Saint, enlightened by the Spirit, to be so blear-eyed, as not to see afar off, or view spiritual objects:
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O Sirs, could you as really see with a spiritual eye spiritual goods, as you can with your natural eyes behold corporal objects, what an advantage would it be to you? Could you make Gospel-mysteries,
O Sirs, could you as really see with a spiritual eye spiritual goods, as you can with your natural eyes behold corporal objects, what an advantage would it be to you? Could you make Gospel mysteries,
and mercies as sensual to your selves, as a rich mans Bags and Lands are to him, what an exceeding help would it be? This made Moses forsake the visible glory of Aegypt, and endure intollerable things in the Wildernesse,
and Mercies as sensual to your selves, as a rich men Bags and Lands Are to him, what an exceeding help would it be? This made Moses forsake the visible glory of Egypt, and endure intolerable things in the Wilderness,
Thus Christians are to realize Divine Things, and account highly of them, for no man will treasure up that which he accounts not as most excellent, the making light of Gospel-grace, is the great reason why so many go without it,
Thus Christians Are to realize Divine Things, and account highly of them, for no man will treasure up that which he accounts not as most excellent, the making Light of Gospel grace, is the great reason why so many go without it,
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so 'tis said in Matth. 22.5. the bidden guests made light of it, or as the word signifies, they would not take it into their care and thoughts, they lookt upon it as not worth looking after:
so it's said in Matthew 22.5. the bidden guests made Light of it, or as the word signifies, they would not take it into their care and thoughts, they looked upon it as not worth looking After:
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you are to give your ful assent to the things of God, to venture your souls upon Scripture-principles, Gods ipse dixit must be in stead of all the demonstrations in the World, you must center and anchor your selves upon that impregnable Rock (Scriptum est) It is written,
you Are to give your full assent to the things of God, to venture your Souls upon Scripture-principles, God's ipse dixit must be in stead of all the demonstrations in the World, you must centre and anchor your selves upon that impregnable Rock (Scriptum est) It is written,
and though you cannot finde a reason of the things believed, yet this is to be accounted a sufficient reason of your belief, viz. God hath spoken them,
and though you cannot find a reason of the things believed, yet this is to be accounted a sufficient reason of your belief, viz. God hath spoken them,
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O that I could perswade you to this, do not put off these things with a slight no••on and conjectural opinion, but advance to the riches of the full assurance of understanding, that's an high word,
Oh that I could persuade you to this, do not put off these things with a slight no••on and conjectural opinion, but advance to the riches of the full assurance of understanding, that's an high word,
Let not thy dearest comforts, relations or companions have a share in thy soul, this is the chief tribute that's due to God, rob not God of any part of it, clip not the King of Heavens coin,
Let not thy dearest comforts, relations or Sodales have a share in thy soul, this is the chief tribute that's due to God, rob not God of any part of it, clip not the King of Heavens coin,
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David had set his affections to the house of his God, and therefore his thoughts were vehemently carried out after those things, that made him offer so much, and offer so willingly:
David had Set his affections to the house of his God, and Therefore his thoughts were vehemently carried out After those things, that made him offer so much, and offer so willingly:
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those Nations feared not the Lord that joined their serving Idols, with fearing the true God, 2 Kings 17.33, 34. There can no more be two chief delights in one heart,
those nations feared not the Lord that joined their serving Idols, with fearing the true God, 2 Kings 17.33, 34. There can no more be two chief delights in one heart,
therefore I beseech you take my councel in this, keep no corner of your heart for a stranger, but yield your selves to the Lord, deliver the keyes of your hearts into his hands, let the King of Glorie enter in,
Therefore I beseech you take my council in this, keep no corner of your heart for a stranger, but yield your selves to the Lord, deliver the keys of your hearts into his hands, let the King of Glory enter in,
O stir up and awake your faith, come poor soul, reach hither thy hand of faith, and thrust it into thy Saviours pierced side, and there thou maist feel,
O stir up and awake your faith, come poor soul, reach hither thy hand of faith, and thrust it into thy Saviors pierced side, and there thou Mayest feel,
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do not dam up the channels of grace by unbelief, do not forsake thy own mercies, by being shy and fearfull to venture at it, thou canst lose nothing, thou maist get much by one single act of faith.
do not dam up the channels of grace by unbelief, do not forsake thy own Mercies, by being shy and fearful to venture At it, thou Canst loose nothing, thou Mayest get much by one single act of faith.
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Away with all distrust, set afoot the precious grace of Faith, break through the quarrellings of thy unbelieving heart, lye low under the sad sense of thine insufficiency,
Away with all distrust, Set afoot the precious grace of Faith, break through the quarrelings of thy unbelieving heart, lie low under the sad sense of thine insufficiency,
this do and prosper, thus believe and be thou filled, poor wanting soul, for whatsoever you ask believing, you shall receive, Matth. 21.22. 4. Warm in your hearts the grace of love, that noble grace is of an expatiating and extensive nature;
this do and prosper, thus believe and be thou filled, poor wanting soul, for whatsoever you ask believing, you shall receive, Matthew 21.22. 4. Warm in your hearts the grace of love, that noble grace is of an expatiating and extensive nature;
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the more the soul is filled with love, the more it is filled with God, for God is love; and can a man have a better Treasure than God himself? Now if you love God, he will come in unto you, and make his abode with you, John 14.23.
the more the soul is filled with love, the more it is filled with God, for God is love; and can a man have a better Treasure than God himself? Now if you love God, he will come in unto you, and make his Abided with you, John 14.23.
but that is from other things, that the soul may have freer scope for God; this Love diverts the affections from running in any other channel, but towards Iesus Christ;
but that is from other things, that the soul may have freer scope for God; this Love diverts the affections from running in any other channel, but towards Iesus christ;
or his Church, which he fils with his Presence, I dispute not; but sure I am, the midst thereof is paved with Love, Cant. 3.10. Certainly, a soul beset with the sparkling gems of love is the fittest receptacle for Iesus Christ:
or his Church, which he fills with his Presence, I dispute not; but sure I am, the midst thereof is paved with Love, Cant 3.10. Certainly, a soul beset with the sparkling gems of love is the Fittest receptacle for Iesus christ:
as he bequeathed his dear Mother to John, when we was breathing out his last upon the bitter Cross, and after his death entrusted him with the Revelation, yea, him only with a description of the state of the Church to the end of the World:
as he bequeathed his dear Mother to John, when we was breathing out his last upon the bitter Cross, and After his death Entrusted him with the Revelation, yea, him only with a description of the state of the Church to the end of the World:
So here, the pure flame of a Saints love mounts up to Christ, and there meeting with that heavenly Element of perfect Love, brings more down into the Soul,
So Here, the pure flame of a Saints love mounts up to christ, and there meeting with that heavenly Element of perfect Love, brings more down into the Soul,
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Faith worketh by love, i.e. as by its hand to act for God, and indeed love, in a sort, worketh by faith, as its hand to fetch all from God, Faith sets Love on to crave,
Faith works by love, i.e. as by its hand to act for God, and indeed love, in a sort, works by faith, as its hand to fetch all from God, Faith sets Love on to crave,
therefore sirs, I entreat you work up this grace, stir up your hearts to think of the love of Christ, blow up this spark to a flame, content not your selves with a low degree of love to God, love him with an intensive, extensive, appreciative love, let your measure of love to him be beyond measure, let your hearts ascend to him in this holie flame of intire love, love him more than your enjoyments, more than your relations, more than your selves:
Therefore Sirs, I entreat you work up this grace, stir up your hearts to think of the love of christ, blow up this spark to a flame, content not your selves with a low degree of love to God, love him with an intensive, extensive, appreciative love, let your measure of love to him be beyond measure, let your hearts ascend to him in this holy flame of entire love, love him more than your enjoyments, more than your relations, more than your selves:
O Christians, the best means of edification is an holie conversation, God communicates secrets, and solace to them that walk with him, a soul of a wel-ordered conversation shal-see God's salvation;
Oh Christians, the best means of edification is an holy Conversation, God communicates secrets, and solace to them that walk with him, a soul of a well-ordered Conversation shal-see God's salvation;
bringing forth much fruit glorifies God and edifies men, and surelie the Lord wil dignifie such fruitful Vines with more care in dressing, and yet more of his blessing to help their abundant fruit-bearing:
bringing forth much fruit Glorifies God and Edifies men, and surely the Lord will dignify such fruitful Vines with more care in dressing, and yet more of his blessing to help their abundant Fruit bearing:
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nothing evidenceth and increaseth grace so much as holiness, therefore as he that hath called you is holie, so be you holie; in all manner of conversation;
nothing Evidenceth and increases grace so much as holiness, Therefore as he that hath called you is holy, so be you holy; in all manner of Conversation;
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Much of the Ancients riches consisted in their Garments, and a Christians treasure lies much in his vesture, some whereof is his larger upper Coa• that's Christ's righteousness imputed, which covers all defects and imperfections, some are closer Garments, girded to the soul by the girdle of truth and sinceritie, these are the Garments of sanctification, one choice part whereof is humilitie, 1 Pet. 5.5.
Much of the Ancients riches consisted in their Garments, and a Christians treasure lies much in his vesture, Some whereof is his larger upper Coa• that's Christ's righteousness imputed, which covers all defects and imperfections, Some Are closer Garments, girded to the soul by the girdle of truth and sincerity, these Are the Garments of sanctification, one choice part whereof is humility, 1 Pet. 5.5.
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Be cloathed with humility: Some think the word imports that string or ribband that ties together those precious pearles of divine graces, these adorn the soul,
Be clothed with humility: some think the word imports that string or ribbon that ties together those precious Pearls of divine graces, these adorn the soul,
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Consecration in the time of the Law was by filling the hand, and he that is consecrated to the Lord shall have his heart filled, especially they that are emptied of all self-conceit, shal be filled with much of Gods fulness:
Consecration in the time of the Law was by filling the hand, and he that is consecrated to the Lord shall have his heart filled, especially they that Are emptied of all self-conceit, shall be filled with much of God's fullness:
Those were proud men that would not obey truth in Jeremiahs mouth, and therefore must that Prophet take down their crests before they could be right Disciples of Truth, Jer. 13.15. Hear ye, give ear, be not proud;
Those were proud men that would not obey truth in Jeremiah's Mouth, and Therefore must that Prophet take down their crests before they could be right Disciples of Truth, Jer. 13.15. Hear you, give ear, be not proud;
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Daniel and David prayed three times a day, in extraordinary cases seven times a day, 'tis not lost labour to be much on our knees, we cannot go to God too often, I am surer not oftner than we shall be welcome,
daniel and David prayed three times a day, in extraordinary cases seven times a day, it's not lost labour to be much on our knees, we cannot go to God too often, I am Surer not oftener than we shall be welcome,
'tis the folly of our trifling spirits to put off duty, when our hearts are not in tune, with expectation that they wil be in a better frame another time,
it's the folly of our trifling spirits to put off duty, when our hearts Are not in tune, with expectation that they will be in a better frame Another time,
but do we think that one sin wil excuse another? or that we shal be better fitted by a present neglect? no certainly we ought to stir up our selves to take hold on God,
but do we think that one since will excuse Another? or that we shall be better fitted by a present neglect? no Certainly we ought to stir up our selves to take hold on God,
for why should Satan be gratified by a total forbearance? wil not disuse make us loather to go to God another time? yea have we not found it in Scripture and experience that a dead and discouraged entrance upon duty hath increased to sweet inlargements,
for why should Satan be gratified by a total forbearance? will not disuse make us loather to go to God Another time? yea have we not found it in Scripture and experience that a dead and discouraged Entrance upon duty hath increased to sweet enlargements,
But withal, keep up a course of secret prayer, with-draw your selves into a corner according to the Rule, Mat. 6.6. God is wont to dispense his choicest blessings to solitary souls;
But withal, keep up a course of secret prayer, withdraw your selves into a corner according to the Rule, Mathew 6.6. God is wont to dispense his Choicest blessings to solitary Souls;
when Iacob was left alone, he wrestled with the Angel of the Covenant & prevailed: Iohn and Ezekiel had their visions and revelations, when with-drawn from the World:
when Iacob was left alone, he wrestled with the Angel of the Covenant & prevailed: John and Ezekielem had their visions and revelations, when withdrawn from the World:
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Observe it Sirs, A Christian hath some secret errand to God, that the dearest Friend and nearest Relation must not know of, Cases that are not to be entrusted with any but God alone;
Observe it Sirs, A Christian hath Some secret errand to God, that the dearest Friend and nearest Relation must not know of, Cases that Are not to be Entrusted with any but God alone;
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therefore again, let me earnestly request you to go alone (as you know Christ did often) and tell God your whole neare, hide nothing from him, plead no excuse from worldly businesse:
Therefore again, let me earnestly request you to go alone (as you know christ did often) and tell God your Whole near, hide nothing from him, plead no excuse from worldly business:
Consult with such Christians as converse much with God in a corner, and you shal see their faces to shine as Moses 's did after his retired conversings with God in the Mount; When Elijah to raise the Womans dead Son, he took him into the loft, and there prayed;
Consult with such Christians as converse much with God in a corner, and you shall see their faces to shine as Moses is did After his retired conversings with God in the Mount; When Elijah to raise the Woman's dead Son, he took him into the loft, and there prayed;
When thou wouldest quicken up thy dead heart, take it alone, go into a loft, and fall on thy face or knees and pray, and see the blessed effects thereof:
When thou Wouldst quicken up thy dead heart, take it alone, go into a loft, and fallen on thy face or knees and pray, and see the blessed effects thereof:
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Cyprian notably describes his sweet and solitary Recesses into a place where no hearer can hinder his Discourse, or intemperate noise of the busie family can obstruct:
Cyprian notably describes his sweet and solitary Recesses into a place where no hearer can hinder his Discourse, or intemperate noise of the busy family can obstruct:
if you look not beyond Ordinances in the use thereof, you will get no more treasure than a Merchant whose ship rides to the Downs, and quickly returns again:
if you look not beyond Ordinances in the use thereof, you will get no more treasure than a Merchant whose ship rides to the Downs, and quickly returns again:
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the Christian must travel far beyond the Indies, even as far as Heaven to fetch an heavenly treasure into his heart, the soul of the diligent shall be made fat, Prov. 13.4. It is not a shew of eating, nor only a sitting at the Table that filleth:
the Christian must travel Far beyond the Indies, even as Far as Heaven to fetch an heavenly treasure into his heart, the soul of the diligent shall be made fat, Curae 13.4. It is not a show of eating, nor only a sitting At the Table that fills:
the Apostle saith, bodily exercise profits nothing, 1 Tim. 4.8. hee means not onely recreations or superstitious usages, but even Gods own Ordinances, saith an Expositor, the meer verbal complemental use thereof will not advantage the soul:
the Apostle Says, bodily exercise profits nothing, 1 Tim. 4.8. he means not only recreations or superstitious usages, but even God's own Ordinances, Says an Expositor, the mere verbal complemental use thereof will not advantage the soul:
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Some observe, that religious worshippers are said in Latine [ Deum colere ] because thereby they sow to the Spirit and are sure to reap of the Spirit life everlasting.
some observe, that religious worshippers Are said in Latin [ God colere ] Because thereby they sow to the Spirit and Are sure to reap of the Spirit life everlasting.
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and diligently examine your hearts afterwards how the Lord hath dealt with your soules, and blessed is he that can say as David in the point of obedience, Psalm 119.56. This I had, because I kept thy thy Precepts:
and diligently examine your hearts afterwards how the Lord hath dealt with your Souls, and blessed is he that can say as David in the point of Obedience, Psalm 119.56. This I had, Because I kept thy thy Precepts:
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Ordinances are empty Cysterns i• God be not in them, they are full and filling if the presence of God be in them, O therefore look after God in every spiritual performance: 8. Spend time well:
Ordinances Are empty Cisterns i• God be not in them, they Are full and filling if the presence of God be in them, Oh Therefore look After God in every spiritual performance: 8. Spend time well:
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like good Merchants, for a dear time is coming, nay the dayes are evil, Ephes. 5.16. Imitate such Tradesmen as miss no opportunity of getting gain at home or abroad, by night or by day, by plotting or by practising:
like good Merchant's, for a dear time is coming, nay the days Are evil, Ephesians 5.16. Imitate such Tradesmen as miss no opportunity of getting gain At home or abroad, by night or by day, by plotting or by practising:
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You little know what one Big-bellyed day may bring forth, it may produce a birth and burden of more duty, difficulty, or misery than hitherto you have met with:
You little know what one Big-bellied day may bring forth, it may produce a birth and burden of more duty, difficulty, or misery than hitherto you have met with:
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the world grows old and naught, your own daies cannot be long, it may be this night thy soul may be required, and leave thy Body as a stinking carcasse, O then a treasure for another world wil stand you in infinite stead!
the world grows old and nought, your own days cannot be long, it may be this night thy soul may be required, and leave thy Body as a stinking carcase, Oh then a treasure for Another world will stand you in infinite stead!
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and there whatsoever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for there is no work nor device — in the grave whither you go, Eccl. 9.10. Be not you like those silly Fishes that are taken in an evil Net, because they know not their time, v. 12. but ply the Oares while you have time:
and there whatsoever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for there is no work nor device — in the grave whither you go, Ecclesiastes 9.10. Be not you like those silly Fish that Are taken in an evil Net, Because they know not their time, v. 12. but ply the Oars while you have time:
How much more ought Christians to lament the loss of Time? I heard an eminent Minister say, He could eat the flesh off his arme in indignation against himselfe for his lost houres:
How much more ought Christians to lament the loss of Time? I herd an eminent Minister say, He could eat the Flesh off his arm in Indignation against himself for his lost hours:
let us therefore improve Time while we have it, and studie profitable things, and lay up every day something, so shall we finde Soul-riches encrease, according to that Proverb, many littles make a mickle:
let us Therefore improve Time while we have it, and study profitable things, and lay up every day something, so shall we find Soul-riches increase, according to that Proverb, many littles make a much:
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A wise Physician can tel you the vertue of every simple, and can extract some good out of those Herbs, that an ignorant person casts away, as useless weeds: Prov. 10.14. It's said, wise Men lay up knowledge, i. e.
A wise physician can tell you the virtue of every simple, and can extract Some good out of those Herbs, that an ignorant person Cast away, as useless weeds: Curae 10.14. It's said, wise Men lay up knowledge, i. e.
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there's not a Minister that we hear preach, but we may get good by what he saith, reverend Mr. Hildersham often said, he never heard any godly Minister preach,
there's not a Minister that we hear preach, but we may get good by what he Says, reverend Mr. Hildersham often said, he never herd any godly Minister preach,
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so the words and syllables of Gods book it self, slightly considered, have no great efficacy, but the sense and purport thereof, containeth spirit and life to the intelligent and observant Reader: Joh. 6.63.
so the words and syllables of God's book it self, slightly considered, have no great efficacy, but the sense and purport thereof, Containeth Spirit and life to the intelligent and observant Reader: John 6.63.
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and holiness is the counter-pain of Scripture-precepts, graces are the accomplishment of Scripture-promises, and if your comforts and experiences be not suitable to the word, 'tis because you have no light in you. 10. Maintain communion of Saints:
and holiness is the counter-pain of Scripture-precepts, graces Are the accomplishment of Scripture-promises, and if your comforts and experiences be not suitable to the word, it's Because you have no Light in you. 10. Maintain communion of Saints:
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But O sirs, when you meet together purposely, or accidentally, improve your time in some holy discourses, spend not all your time about news or worldly affaires,
But Oh Sirs, when you meet together purposely, or accidentally, improve your time in Some holy discourses, spend not all your time about news or worldly affairs,
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yet take this caution, let not your end be to hear stories, notions, nor yet only polemical discourses, to furnish your heads with arguments for all subjects and companies,
yet take this caution, let not your end be to hear stories, notions, nor yet only polemical discourses, to furnish your Heads with Arguments for all subject's and companies,
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therefore I advise you, be not shie in helping the weak, because thereby you do a double courtesie, to your selves and to others, by one act or motion of your lips feeding others, and digesting your own meat:
Therefore I Advice you, be not shy in helping the weak, Because thereby you do a double courtesy, to your selves and to Others, by one act or motion of your lips feeding Others, and digesting your own meat:
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But that which I am urging is, the advantage that your souls wil have by it, one live Coal laid to a dead one, kindles it, a ripe Grape put to a green one, ripens it:
But that which I am urging is, the advantage that your Souls will have by it, one live Coal laid to a dead one, kindles it, a ripe Grape put to a green one, ripens it:
company is of an assimilating nature, and grace, like fire, wil beget its like, and it's an advantage to trade with rich Merchants in precious commodities,
company is of an assimilating nature, and grace, like fire, will beget its like, and it's an advantage to trade with rich Merchant's in precious commodities,
for then we shal get wel stocked with riches, So 'tis here, yea observe it, when a company of Christians meet together for spiritual purposes, Jesus Christ makes one more,
for then we shall get well stocked with riches, So it's Here, yea observe it, when a company of Christians meet together for spiritual Purposes, jesus christ makes one more,
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and the Lords Supper, faithfully used, believinglie improved, some applie those two Metaphors in Cant. 7.2. To these two seales of the Covenant, thy Navel is like a round goblet, which wanteth not liquor;
and the lords Supper, faithfully used, believinglie improved, Some apply those two Metaphors in Cant 7.2. To these two Seals of the Covenant, thy Navel is like a round goblet, which Wants not liquour;
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so the feeble members of the Church are united to Christ, and supplied with food by baptisme, rightly improved, which is a ful goblet, crowned with plenty and comfort;
so the feeble members of the Church Are united to christ, and supplied with food by Baptism, rightly improved, which is a full goblet, crowned with plenty and Comfort;
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the belly is the bodies store-house, so is this blessed Sacrament, sending out to all the members of this mistical bodie, a due proportion of strength and nourishment,
the belly is the bodies storehouse, so is this blessed Sacrament, sending out to all the members of this mystical body, a due proportion of strength and nourishment,
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they are (saith a reverend Author) not physical but moral instruments of salvation. — all receive not the grace of God, which receive the Sacraments of his grace,
they Are (Says a reverend Author) not physical but moral Instruments of salvation. — all receive not the grace of God, which receive the Sacraments of his grace,
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neither is it ordinarily his wil to bestow the grace of Sacraments on any, but by the Sacraments, — a little after, he saith, they are moral instruments, the use whereof is in our hands, the effect in his,
neither is it ordinarily his will to bestow the grace of Sacraments on any, but by the Sacraments, — a little After, he Says, they Are moral Instruments, the use whereof is in our hands, the Effect in his,
for the use we have his express commandment, for the effect his conditional promise, and we may expect his performance of the promise upon our obedience to his command, — he quoteth Hugo comparing the Sacraments to a Vessel,
for the use we have his express Commandment, for the Effect his conditional promise, and we may expect his performance of the promise upon our Obedience to his command, — he quoteth Hugo comparing the Sacraments to a Vessel,
I shal shut up this piece of the Directory for obtaining a treasure, with an expression of Cyprians, he cannot be fit for Martyrdome, that is not armed by the Church to the conf•ict,
I shall shut up this piece of the Directory for obtaining a treasure, with an expression of Cyprians, he cannot be fit for Martyrdom, that is not armed by the Church to the conf•ict,
'Tis very dangerous to be carelesse of lesser truths, for there's nothing superfluous in the sacred Canon, and things comparativelie little may be great in their sphear, season,
It's very dangerous to be careless of lesser truths, for there's nothing superfluous in the sacred Canon, and things comparatively little may be great in their sphere, season,
hence it is that the Apostle would have Believers established in the present truth, 2 Pet. 1.12. i.e. Say some, the Doctrine of the Gospel which was at this time newly revealed:
hence it is that the Apostle would have Believers established in the present truth, 2 Pet. 1.12. i.e. Say Some, the Doctrine of the Gospel which was At this time newly revealed:
and seduce the professors of it, therefore should every soul be well stored with such truths as may antidote him against present prevailing corruptions in Principle or Practice,
and seduce the professors of it, Therefore should every soul be well stored with such truths as may antidote him against present prevailing corruptions in Principle or Practice,
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Viz. 1. Doctrinal Truths. 2. Disciplinary Truths. 3. Practical Truths. 4. Experimental Truths. 1. Doctrinal Truths, 2 Tim. 1.13. Hold fast the form of sound words.
Viz. 1. Doctrinal Truths. 2. Disciplinary Truths. 3. Practical Truths. 4. Experimental Truths. 1. Doctrinal Truths, 2 Tim. 1.13. Hold fast the from of found words.
9. That Christ by doing, enduring, dying, hath satisfied Justice, and justified sinners: 10. That such as sincerely repent and believe, are justified and accepted:
9. That christ by doing, enduring, dying, hath satisfied justice, and justified Sinners: 10. That such as sincerely Repent and believe, Are justified and accepted:
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as on Doctrinal truths, at least as to every Punctilio relating to circumstantials, which hath occasioned many hot disputes among the strictest Christians:
as on Doctrinal truths, At least as to every Punctilio relating to circumstantials, which hath occasioned many hight disputes among the Strictest Christians:
yea, that those things, finally, which are of principal weight in the very particular form of Church polity, are in the self-same Scriptures contained:
yea, that those things, finally, which Are of principal weight in the very particular from of Church polity, Are in the selfsame Scriptures contained:
and observant and retentive of them: hence when the Gospel-Church is described. God saith, Ezek. 40.4. Behold with thine eyes, and hear with thine eares, and set thine heart upon all that I shall shew thee:
and observant and retentive of them: hence when the Gospel-church is described. God Says, Ezekiel 40.4. Behold with thine eyes, and hear with thine ears, and Set thine heart upon all that I shall show thee:
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Under correction, I conceive such disciplinary truths as these are not obscurely delivered by God; As, 1. That upon Christs shoulders lyes the government of his Church.
Under correction, I conceive such disciplinary truths as these Are not obscurely Delivered by God; As, 1. That upon Christ shoulders lies the government of his Church.
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2. That Scripture-Precepts and Presidents, are are the rule of Church-administrations: 3. That Church-Officers are to be duely qualified and called to their work:
2. That Scripture-precepts and Presidents, Are Are the Rule of Church administrations: 3. That Church-Officers Are to be duly qualified and called to their work:
or Lord it over consciences, &c. 3. A third sort of truths to be stored up are practical truths, fundamental truths of practical concernment, are in a sort the life of Religion.
or Lord it over Consciences, etc. 3. A third sort of truths to be stored up Are practical truths, fundamental truths of practical concernment, Are in a sort the life of Religion.
Our Religion is not a Notion, Christianity lies much in the Heart and Life: the young Candidate 's question in the Gospel, had mainly reference to practice;
Our Religion is not a Notion, Christianity lies much in the Heart and Life: the young Candidate is question in the Gospel, had mainly Referente to practice;
if we give up our selves to truth, we shal be made free by truth. Truths of a practical import, to deliver the soul from the bondage of sin, and deliver up the soul into the liberty of the Sons God, and makes him account Gods service perfect freedome: Some truths are to be believed, others to be lived upon, others to be lived up to, and so are more practical: such as these;
if we give up our selves to truth, we shall be made free by truth. Truths of a practical import, to deliver the soul from the bondage of since, and deliver up the soul into the liberty of the Sons God, and makes him account God's service perfect freedom: some truths Are to be believed, Others to be lived upon, Others to be lived up to, and so Are more practical: such as these;
4. Sort of truths to be hoarded up, are experimental truths, which are vital, and vivifical, that beget and maintain good blood (as it were) in the soul:
4. Sort of truths to be hoarded up, Are experimental truths, which Are vital, and vivifical, that beget and maintain good blood (as it were) in the soul:
and influence the whole conversation, the delightful rowling of these divine truths in the minde, help the soul to walk in the sweetest Paradise of Contemplation;
and influence the Whole Conversation, the delightful rolling of these divine truths in the mind, help the soul to walk in the Sweetest Paradise of Contemplation;
these mysterious marrowie truths are like that Song that none could learn but the hundred and forty and four thousand that are redeemed from the earth. Rev. 14.4.
these mysterious marrowy truths Are like that Song that none could Learn but the hundred and forty and four thousand that Are redeemed from the earth. Rev. 14.4.
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Or like that new Name which no man knoweth, saving he that receiveth it, Rev. 2.17. Such truths are better felt then spoken sooner experienced then exprest, indeed like those [ NONLATINALPHABET ] unutterable words that Paul heard in Paradise, 2 Cor. 12.4. Such truths as are hid from the wise and prudent, but revealed them unto babes, Matth. 11.25. This is a right knowing of the truth as it is in Jesus, a lying under the power and impression of divine Revelations, without this Experience, Knowledge is a cold, dull, Moon-light Speculation, without the clear quickening heat of the Sun of Righteousnesse;
Or like that new Name which no man Knoweth, Saving he that receives it, Rev. 2.17. Such truths Are better felt then spoken sooner experienced then expressed, indeed like those [ ] unutterable words that Paul herd in Paradise, 2 Cor. 12.4. Such truths as Are hid from the wise and prudent, but revealed them unto babes, Matthew 11.25. This is a right knowing of the truth as it is in jesus, a lying under the power and impression of divine Revelations, without this Experience, Knowledge is a cold, dull, Moonlight Speculation, without the clear quickening heat of the Sun of Righteousness;
2. That we have no free-will to saving good, but are passives in conversion. 3. That regeneration is a through change of the whole man, in heart and life.
2. That we have no freewill to Saving good, but Are passives in conversion. 3. That regeneration is a through change of the Whole man, in heart and life.
and you wil finde that such a treasure wil furnish your mindes with saving knowledge, fortifie your hearts against errours and oppositions, satisfie your spirits in all doubts, and objections;
and you will find that such a treasure will furnish your minds with Saving knowledge, fortify your hearts against errors and oppositions, satisfy your spirits in all doubts, and objections;
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we must do by truths, as Caesar by his books, who being to swim through a River to escape the furie of his enemies, carried his books above water with his hand,
we must do by truths, as Caesar by his books, who being to swim through a River to escape the fury of his enemies, carried his books above water with his hand,
yea our lives themselves, rather than part with the sacred and saving truths of God contained in this blessed book of books, the holie Scriptures, which are to be our treasures:
yea our lives themselves, rather than part with the sacred and Saving truths of God contained in this blessed book of books, the holy Scriptures, which Are to be our treasures:
Because thou hast kept the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation — The word of his patience may be taken either effectivelie,
Because thou hast kept the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation — The word of his patience may be taken either effectively,
or a Princes Crown and Kingdome, 'tis said of the grace of faith, that the trial of it (or faith tried in the furnace of affliction) is much more precious than gold, that perisheth — 1 Pet. 1.7.
or a Princes Crown and Kingdom, it's said of the grace of faith, that the trial of it (or faith tried in the furnace of affliction) is much more precious than gold, that Perishes — 1 Pet. 1.7.
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it is part of the divine nature, the Image of God, and seed of immortalitie, grace is the muniment and ornament of the soul, 'tis the onlie emolument and accomplishment of a Christian;
it is part of the divine nature, the Image of God, and seed of immortality, grace is the muniment and ornament of the soul, it's the only emolument and accomplishment of a Christian;
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I. The believing soul is to lay up, with diligence, directing, conducting, resolving, and satisfying graces, that is, abundance of knowledge, wisdome, prudence,
I. The believing soul is to lay up, with diligence, directing, conducting, resolving, and satisfying graces, that is, abundance of knowledge, Wisdom, prudence,
a Christian in his journey is often puzled with various paths, and intricate Maeanders, O how much worth is a spirit of understanding, whereby we may choose the good,
a Christian in his journey is often puzzled with various paths, and intricate Maeanders, Oh how much worth is a Spirit of understanding, whereby we may choose the good,
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and refuse the bad, and keep the streight road to Heaven? hence the Apostle praies for his Philippians, that their love might abound more and more in knowledge,
and refuse the bad, and keep the straight road to Heaven? hence the Apostle prays for his Philippians, that their love might abound more and more in knowledge,
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and in all judgment, that they might approve things that are excellent, Phil. 1.9, 10. The means to keep us from failing about [ NONLATINALPHABET ] things indifferent, is to have a solid apprehension concerning these [ NONLATINALPHABET ] things that are excellent,
and in all judgement, that they might approve things that Are excellent, Philip 1.9, 10. The means to keep us from failing about [ ] things indifferent, is to have a solid apprehension Concerning these [ ] things that Are excellent,
therefore he adds, that yee may be sincere, and without offence til the day of Christ, that's the best policie that helps on piety, a spirit of discerning is useful to exact walking,
Therefore he adds, that ye may be sincere, and without offence till the day of christ, that's the best policy that helps on piety, a Spirit of discerning is useful to exact walking,
the Christians eies must be ful of light, we cannot have too much knowledge if it be sanctified, in one act of Religion, a Christian is to look many waies, inwards at his principle, upwards, to the pleasing of God, forwards at the reward,
the Christians eyes must be full of Light, we cannot have too much knowledge if it be sanctified, in one act of Religion, a Christian is to look many ways, inward At his principle, upward, to the pleasing of God, forward At the reward,
and our eies must be upon manie, some long to see our wel-doing, others watch for our halting, we had need get wisdome to carry usefullie towards the good,
and our eyes must be upon many, Some long to see our welldoing, Others watch for our halting, we had need get Wisdom to carry usefully towards the good,
Oh what a blessed thing is it to be wise unto that which is good and simple concerning evil? with how much more ease may a Christian go through his Christian course with,
O what a blessed thing is it to be wise unto that which is good and simple Concerning evil? with how much more ease may a Christian go through his Christian course with,
this treasure of directing graces is practical, it helps the tongue to answer discreetly, the feet to walk exactly, the hands to work compleatly, to spend no time or pains in by-wayes, or by-blows:
this treasure of directing graces is practical, it helps the tongue to answer discreetly, the feet to walk exactly, the hands to work completely, to spend no time or pains in byways, or by-blows:
and it also concerns a mans self it doth not range abroad, and forget home, the greatest Politician is a very fool that cannot order his own affaires with discretion, he that is not wise for himself is not wise at all, God wil accept,
and it also concerns a men self it does not range abroad, and forget home, the greatest Politician is a very fool that cannot order his own affairs with discretion, he that is not wise for himself is not wise At all, God will accept,
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though both sincere, the one knows duty, and lawful liberty, the others conscience is wofully perplexed with nice and needless scruples, which render him a burden to himself,
though both sincere, the one knows duty, and lawful liberty, the Others conscience is woefully perplexed with Nicaenae and needless scruples, which render him a burden to himself,
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it is unstable souls that wrest and pervert the Scriptures, that are only constant in inconstancy, and are tossed to and fro with every wind of Doctrine:
it is unstable Souls that wrest and pervert the Scriptures, that Are only constant in inconstancy, and Are tossed to and from with every wind of Doctrine:
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i.e. that are doubtful, and is by this stock of directing graces assisted to behave himself wisely in a perfect way: Psalm 101.2. 2. Treasure up subjecting graces, that may help you to bear Gods will, and freely to submit to his dispose:
i.e. that Are doubtful, and is by this stock of directing graces assisted to behave himself wisely in a perfect Way: Psalm 101.2. 2. Treasure up subjecting graces, that may help you to bear God's will, and freely to submit to his dispose:
Such as patience, humility, self-denial, weanedness from the world, heavenly-mindednesse, and that Rare Jewel of Christian contentment in all conditions:
Such as patience, humility, self-denial, weanedness from the world, Heavenly-mindedness, and that Rare Jewel of Christian contentment in all conditions:
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Oh what a happie soul is that to which nothing can come amiss, that is furnisht for every storm? Paul was a brave Scholar in this suffering School, Phil. 4.11, 12. he had learned in all estates to be content:
O what a happy soul is that to which nothing can come amiss, that is furnished for every storm? Paul was a brave Scholar in this suffering School, Philip 4.11, 12. he had learned in all estates to be content:
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Its an hard task, and long Trade, but what cannot grace undertake and overcome, through the help of assisting grace? The truth is, a treasured Christian may say with David, Psal. 26. 1•. My foot standeth in an even place, and so is stayd for all assays, as 'tis in Meeter:
Its an hard task, and long Trade, but what cannot grace undertake and overcome, through the help of assisting grace? The truth is, a treasured Christian may say with David, Psalm 26. 1•. My foot Stands in an even place, and so is stayed for all assays, as it's in Meeter:
Wicked mens design is to push away the feet of the godly from their standing in holy paths and outward comforts, therefore must they make strait paths for their feet,
Wicked men's Design is to push away the feet of the godly from their standing in holy paths and outward comforts, Therefore must they make strait paths for their feet,
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i. e. Get a principle of health and rectitude in opposition to that way-ward and wandring disposition of heart that is naturally in all men, that you may not turn aside to the right hand nor to the left,
i. e. Get a principle of health and rectitude in opposition to that wayward and wandering disposition of heart that is naturally in all men, that you may not turn aside to the right hand nor to the left,
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Grace strengthens the souls joints and helps against halting, Courage and holy resolution is a shooing of the Saints feet that they may walk steadily in slippery places:
Grace strengthens the Souls Joints and helps against halting, Courage and holy resolution is a shooing of the Saints feet that they may walk steadily in slippery places:
Above all preparative for sufferings, there's none doth so bow the spirit to bear burdens, subject the heart to the Lords pleasure, help the soul to wait his leisure,
Above all preparative for sufferings, there's none does so bow the Spirit to bear burdens, Subject the heart to the lords pleasure, help the soul to wait his leisure,
so that it can say, as David, in God have I put my trust, I will not fear what flesh, what man can do unto me, Psalm 56.4, 11. Amongst other subjecting graces be sure you lay up a good treasure of that incomparable grace of meeknesse, which captivates the understanding to the obedience of Faith,
so that it can say, as David, in God have I put my trust, I will not Fear what Flesh, what man can do unto me, Psalm 56.4, 11. among other subjecting graces be sure you lay up a good treasure of that incomparable grace of meekness, which captivates the understanding to the Obedience of Faith,
These and such like suffering graces, and dispositions must Christians store up, that they may suffer according to the will of God, both for cause and call,
These and such like suffering graces, and dispositions must Christians store up, that they may suffer according to the will of God, both for cause and call,
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Sit down then and reckon the charges in building the Tower of Religion, and whether you have armor of proof to carry you through an Army of dangers and difficulties:
Fit down then and reckon the charges in building the Tower of Religion, and whither you have armour of proof to carry you through an Army of dangers and difficulties:
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as you desire to hold out against fainting and despair, and as you desire to heat that blessed Eugè, and sweet Encomium, from Jesus Christ, in Revel. 2. 3-7 — And hast born,
as you desire to hold out against fainting and despair, and as you desire to heat that blessed Eugè, and sweet Encomium, from jesus christ, in Revel. 2. 3-7 — And hast born,
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and hast patience, and for my Names-sake hast laboured, and hast not fainted — to him that overcometh I will give to eat of the tree of Life, which is in the midst of the Paradise of God.
and hast patience, and for my Namesake hast laboured, and hast not fainted — to him that Overcometh I will give to eat of the tree of Life, which is in the midst of the Paradise of God.
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— Let us follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edifie another, such as brotherly-love, or kindness, charity, meeknesse, forbearance, gentlenesse, condescention, mutual Sympathie, compassion to soules,
— Let us follow After the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify Another, such as Brotherly love, or kindness, charity, meekness, forbearance, gentleness, condescension, mutual sympathy, compassion to Souls,
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the more good you have, the more good you may do; the Administration of the Spirit is given to eve-man to profit withal, 1 Cor. 12.7. God layes in, that we may lay out, and we are to lay up great treasures on purpose that we may do the more good:
the more good you have, the more good you may do; the Administration of the Spirit is given to eve-man to profit withal, 1 Cor. 12.7. God lays in, that we may lay out, and we Are to lay up great treasures on purpose that we may do the more good:
you must be fitted for both, therefore pray for, and put on (as the Elect of God) bowels of mercy, kindnesse, humblenesse of minde, meeknesse, long-suffering, Col. 3.12, 13. that you may be disposed to glorifie God, edifie others,
you must be fitted for both, Therefore pray for, and put on (as the Elect of God) bowels of mercy, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, long-suffering, Col. 3.12, 13. that you may be disposed to Glorify God, edify Others,
All that God doth is for our profit, even tokens of his anger is for our advantage, Corrections are for our instruction, partaking of his holinesse is the peaceable fruit of righteousness that God aims at in all our troubles:
All that God does is for our profit, even tokens of his anger is for our advantage, Corrections Are for our instruction, partaking of his holiness is the peaceable fruit of righteousness that God aims At in all our Troubles:
All things would work together for our good, if we had a receptive principle, to him that hath a treasure shal more be given, according to the proportion of grace received and improved:
All things would work together for our good, if we had a receptive principle, to him that hath a treasure shall more be given, according to the proportion of grace received and improved:
Ordinances would do us more good if we had grace to get good by them; an heart sanctified and stored with improving graces, is like Tinder, which soon takes fire,
Ordinances would do us more good if we had grace to get good by them; an heart sanctified and stored with improving graces, is like Tinder, which soon Takes fire,
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There are several graces that dispose the soul to spiritual proficiency, as sensiblenesse, brokennesse, and tenderness of heart, fit to receive divine impressions, which plowes up, and prepares the ground for the seed:
There Are several graces that dispose the soul to spiritual proficiency, as sensibleness, brokenness, and tenderness of heart, fit to receive divine impressions, which plows up, and prepares the ground for the seed:
and then apprehensivenesse of spiritual wants, burdened with sin, breathing after God and grace with longing hungring desires, which capacitates the soul for both sanctifying and satisfying incomes:
and then apprehensiveness of spiritual Wants, burdened with since, breathing After God and grace with longing hungering Desires, which capacitates the soul for both sanctifying and satisfying incomes:
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strength of Grace is usually seconded with sweet discoveries, 1 John 2.14. I write unto you young men, because ye are strong and the word of God abideth in you:
strength of Grace is usually seconded with sweet discoveries, 1 John 2.14. I write unto you young men, Because you Are strong and the word of God Abideth in you:
and through death, and land you safe on the shore of Eternitie, such as these, sincerity, humility, faith, hope, love, the fear of God, delight in him, resignation to him, resolution for him, contempt of the world, desire of Heaven;
and through death, and land you safe on the shore of Eternity, such as these, sincerity, humility, faith, hope, love, the Fear of God, delight in him, resignation to him, resolution for him, contempt of the world, desire of Heaven;
unsound Professors may and wil fall away, but such as are thus rooted shal grow up as high as Heaven, Hypocrites may ascend many steps towards Heaven,
unsound Professors may and will fallen away, but such as Are thus rooted shall grow up as high as Heaven, Hypocrites may ascend many steps towards Heaven,
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the girdle of Truth, the breast-plate of Righteousnesse, the shooes of Heroick Resolution, the shield of Faith, the Helmet of Hope, the Sword of Scripture-truths,
the girdle of Truth, the breastplate of Righteousness, the shoes of Heroic Resolution, the shield of Faith, the Helmet of Hope, the Sword of Scriptural truths,
and constant fervent prayer, wil help the conflicting soul to a glorious Conquest, and God wil set an inaccessible Crown upon the conquering Head of a persevering Saint:
and constant fervent prayer, will help the conflicting soul to a glorious Conquest, and God will Set an inaccessible Crown upon the conquering Head of a persevering Saint:
if you lay up persevering Graces, you shal hold on and hold out, if your love abound in knowledge and in all judgment, your soules shal be without offence till the day of Christ, Phil. 1.9, 10. What would you give Sirs, to come safely to Heaven? Why!
if you lay up persevering Graces, you shall hold on and hold out, if your love abound in knowledge and in all judgement, your Souls shall be without offence till the day of christ, Philip 1.9, 10. What would you give Sirs, to come safely to Heaven? Why!
and thereby you do (as it were) lay hold upon eternal Life, 1 Tim. 6.19: Press foward, and be aiming at perfection, take heed of (so much as) seeming to fall short:
and thereby you do (as it were) lay hold upon Eternal Life, 1 Tim. 6.19: Press forward, and be aiming At perfection, take heed of (so much as) seeming to fallen short:
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heap up such Graces, so many, and such degrees and measures of them, that an abundant entrance may be made for you into the Kingdome of Christ, 2 Pet. 1.11.
heap up such Graces, so many, and such Degrees and measures of them, that an abundant Entrance may be made for you into the Kingdom of christ, 2 Pet. 1.11.
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or rather of one sort of graces to another, and the word in Greek that's translated adde ye [ vers. 5. ] is an elegant allusion to Virgins dance, who link themselves hand in hand,
or rather of one sort of graces to Another, and the word in Greek that's translated add you [ vers. 5. ] is an elegant allusion to Virgins dance, who link themselves hand in hand,
to note to us, the nearness and propinquity betwixt the highest degrees of Grace and the state of Glory, the link and chain of divine Graces, reacheth from the first uniting Grace of Faith, to the God-injoying grace of perfect love, these Virgin-graces going hand in hand in a believing soul, lead it higher and higher, til they bring it into the Princes presence, and Bride-groomes Chamber:
to note to us, the nearness and propinquity betwixt the highest Degrees of Grace and the state of Glory, the link and chain of divine Graces, reaches from the First uniting Grace of Faith, to the God-enjoying grace of perfect love, these Virgin-graces going hand in hand in a believing soul, led it higher and higher, till they bring it into the Princes presence, and Bridegrooms Chamber:
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So saith the Psalmist, concerning the various acts of divine providence, in Psal. 107.43. Who so is wise, and will observe those things, even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord: q. d.
So Says the Psalmist, Concerning the various acts of divine providence, in Psalm 107.43. Who so is wise, and will observe those things, even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord: q. worser.
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But this is too high a work for brutish so•tish souls, it is the good soul that layes up experiences, the righteous man, saith Salamon, wiselie considereth the house of the wicked. Prov. 21.12.
But this is too high a work for brutish so•tish Souls, it is the good soul that lays up experiences, the righteous man, Says Solomon, wisely Considereth the house of the wicked. Curae 21.12.
But I shal rather keep close to the Christians personal experiments that relate to himself, and desire every childe of God to treasure up experiences of these four sorts. —
But I shall rather keep close to the Christians personal experiments that relate to himself, and desire every child of God to treasure up experiences of these four sorts. —
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he had great opportunities, and large faculties that did capacitate him for such an experiment, he knew better than any man breathing, what the flattering World could do for her beloved minions,
he had great opportunities, and large faculties that did capacitate him for such an experiment, he knew better than any man breathing, what the flattering World could do for her Beloved minions,
and have not you also found the like in your time and observation? Wel then Christian, rub off the rust and dust of old experiences, read the wise-mans last and soundest lectures on the whole Creation,
and have not you also found the like in your time and observation? Well then Christian, rub off the rust and dust of old experiences, read the wiseman's last and soundest Lectures on the Whole Creation,
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poor soul, consider, didst thou ever trust the World, but it deceived thee? Hath it not failed thee at such a time? and disappointed thee in such a case? O how didst thou blesse thy self in such an expectation? but alas, thou didst but grasp the sand or smoak:
poor soul, Consider, didst thou ever trust the World, but it deceived thee? Hath it not failed thee At such a time? and disappointed thee in such a case? O how didst thou bless thy self in such an expectation? but alas, thou didst but grasp the sand or smoke:
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and the treble en'oyments of it, pleasure, profit, and preferment, (just like the sliding stream of a swift River) hastening towards their primitive Chaos of vanity and confusion? However men may be bewitched with the Worlds bravery,
and the triple en'oyments of it, pleasure, profit, and preferment, (just like the sliding stream of a swift River) hastening towards their primitive Chaos of vanity and confusion? However men may be bewitched with the World's bravery,
and pierce thee with many sorrows here, and be in danger to drown thee in eternal perdition, 1 Tim. 6.9, 10. The truth is, there's nothing answers our desires and hopes in this World, nothing pleaseth us so wel in the fruition,
and pierce thee with many sorrows Here, and be in danger to drown thee in Eternal perdition, 1 Tim. 6.9, 10. The truth is, there's nothing answers our Desires and hope's in this World, nothing Pleases us so well in the fruition,
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But especially read and study wel this multifarious book of a base heart, consider and remember those wayes of guile and guilt, that have cost thy soul so dear:
But especially read and study well this multifarious book of a base heart, Consider and Remember those ways of guile and guilt, that have cost thy soul so dear:
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who but a fool wil venture his whole estate with a known Thief? what wise man wil trust a known Jugler? Solomon saith, He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool:
who but a fool will venture his Whole estate with a known Thief? what wise man will trust a known Juggler? Solomon Says, He that Trusteth in his own heart is a fool:
the heart, since the fal, is naturally of a va•rous, subtile, and fickle temper, and is stil made worse and worse, by the deceitfulness of sin, Heb. 3.13. which is as it were woven and twisted in the frame and constitution thereof, and so those two cheats conspire to undo the poor soul:
the heart, since the fall, is naturally of a va•rous, subtle, and fickle temper, and is still made Worse and Worse, by the deceitfulness of since, Hebrew 3.13. which is as it were woven and twisted in the frame and constitution thereof, and so those two cheats conspire to undo the poor soul:
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or would perswade himself, but puts all to the venture, like a desperate bankrupt; but a childe of God cannot but see this treachery that others hide or counterfeit,
or would persuade himself, but puts all to the venture, like a desperate bankrupt; but a child of God cannot but see this treachery that Others hide or counterfeit,
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Oh the intricate windings of that crooked Serpent? what strange and subtile methods and devices did Satan use, to trap and overtake you with his fresh and furious assaults!
O the intricate windings of that crooked Serpent? what strange and subtle methods and devices did Satan use, to trap and overtake you with his fresh and furious assaults!
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how often hath he presented the bait and hid the hook, hath he not set before your credulous souls, the pleasure or profit of a base lust? hath he not extenuated sin at first to bring you to commit it,
how often hath he presented the bait and hid the hook, hath he not Set before your credulous Souls, the pleasure or profit of a base lust? hath he not extenuated since At First to bring you to commit it,
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ask your own hearts, what fruit had you of those things whereof you are now ashamed? the awakened conscience wil answer the end of those things is death, deadly pain,
ask your own hearts, what fruit had you of those things whereof you Are now ashamed? the awakened conscience will answer the end of those things is death, deadly pain,
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or delights in a poor Creatures malady or misery, but that he may affect the heart with the evil of sin, stir up more longings after grace, prize Christ and pardon,
or delights in a poor Creatures malady or misery, but that he may affect the heart with the evil of since, stir up more longings After grace, prize christ and pardon,
Oh what sin-abhoring resolutions had the penitent soul in its deep humiliations? if you had come to David whilst he was bathing himself in briny teares,
O what sin-abhoring resolutions had the penitent soul in its deep humiliations? if you had come to David while he was bathing himself in briny tears,
and said, what saist thou now to murder? how dost thou like thy fleshly lusts? wilt thou buy repentance at so dear a rate? and fall again into uncleanness? would he not have answered, O no, God forbid that I should sin again? I wil be rackt or torne in pieces, rather than dishonour my God, grieve his Spirit,
and said, what Sayest thou now to murder? how dost thou like thy fleshly Lustiest? wilt thou buy Repentance At so dear a rate? and fallen again into uncleanness? would he not have answered, Oh no, God forbid that I should sin again? I will be racked or torn in Pieces, rather than dishonour my God, grieve his Spirit,
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Certainly, when poor David was roaring, by reason of the disquietness of his Spirit, when there was no rest in his bones because of his sin, he had other thoughts of his sin now,
Certainly, when poor David was roaring, by reason of the disquietness of his Spirit, when there was no rest in his bones Because of his since, he had other thoughts of his since now,
So the Christian that hath laid up experiences how dear sin hath cost him, will thus argue, I remember what an ill condition sin brought me into, I had need sin no more lest a worse thing come unto me:
So the Christian that hath laid up experiences how dear since hath cost him, will thus argue, I Remember what an ill condition since brought me into, I had need since no more lest a Worse thing come unto me:
the Wise God hath so disposed of affairs concerning his People, that one part of our lives may help us in another, the Van and former part of our daies may contribute to bring up the Rear and remainder of them:
the Wise God hath so disposed of affairs Concerning his People, that one part of our lives may help us in Another, the Van and former part of our days may contribute to bring up the Rear and remainder of them:
though I would not have you dote upon them, or imagine that God can go no further than he hath gone, which may more daunt you in new and greater troubles,
though I would not have you dote upon them, or imagine that God can go no further than he hath gone, which may more daunt you in new and greater Troubles,
the other part is an encouraging rehearsal of former Providences: Thus the assistance formerly vouchsafed proves an argument for the Saints future encouragement:
the other part is an encouraging rehearsal of former Providences: Thus the assistance formerly vouchsafed Proves an argument for the Saints future encouragement:
2. You must also lay up Experiences of soul-inlargement and refreshing Comforts: as thus, In such an Ordinance I met with God, and beheld his Reconciled Face:
2. You must also lay up Experiences of soul-inlargement and refreshing Comforts: as thus, In such an Ordinance I met with God, and beheld his Reconciled Face:
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These are not alwaies to be expected, such Sweet-meats of divine Joy are not a Christians constant common fare, a pining time may come, I'le make much of,
These Are not always to be expected, such Sweetmeats of divine Joy Are not a Christians constant Common fare, a pining time may come, I'll make much of,
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dost thou use to deal so with wicked men, or reveal thy self thus to them that know thee not? Art thou wont to stir up in the carelesse world, such penitent bemoanings, such ardent breathings,
dost thou use to deal so with wicked men, or reveal thy self thus to them that know thee not? Art thou wont to stir up in the careless world, such penitent bemoanings, such Ardent breathings,
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as my heart hath had experience of many a time? and is this the manner of man, O Lord? Are these thy waies with unsanctified soules? Wilt thou hold communion with those that never were united to thee? Doth not such communion pre-suppose an union? either these Experiences are false and counterfeit,
as my heart hath had experience of many a time? and is this the manner of man, Oh Lord? are these thy ways with unsanctified Souls? Wilt thou hold communion with those that never were united to thee? Does not such communion presuppose an Union? either these Experiences Are false and counterfeit,
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and restrain the effects of thy Love, yet thou hast the same heart now as thou wast wont to have, I know it by the workings I feel in mine own breast towards thee;
and restrain the effects of thy Love, yet thou hast the same heart now as thou wast wont to have, I know it by the workings I feel in mine own breast towards thee;
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as whorish spirits do, but lay up these testimonies of of Love, sent from your Husband Christ, among your choicest treasures, that you may produce them as occasion serves.
as whorish spirits do, but lay up these testimonies of of Love, sent from your Husband christ, among your Choicest treasures, that you may produce them as occasion serves.
This present Reward wee may finde in keeping Gods Commandements, Grace and Peace, Holiness and Comforts go usually hand in hand, for her wayes are wayes of pleasantnesse,
This present Reward we may find in keeping God's commandments, Grace and Peace, Holiness and Comforts go usually hand in hand, for her ways Are ways of pleasantness,
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as well as on them, that walk according to Rule, and these good old wayes bring us to rest in God, and produce a blessed Sabbath of Rest in our spirits:
as well as on them, that walk according to Rule, and these good old ways bring us to rest in God, and produce a blessed Sabbath of Rest in our spirits:
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Be much in the performance of holy Duties, and enjoyment of God in Ordinances, and therein you may behold his beautiful Face, and hear his pleasant Voice:
Be much in the performance of holy Duties, and enjoyment of God in Ordinances, and therein you may behold his beautiful Face, and hear his pleasant Voice:
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here you may suck and be satisfied at these breasts of Consolation, through these blessed Pipes you may derive solid Joy, and enjoy ravishing sweetnesse:
Here you may suck and be satisfied At these breasts of Consolation, through these blessed Pipes you may derive solid Joy, and enjoy ravishing sweetness:
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But besides these, I counsel you to hoard up and make much of such thoughts as may be streams to feed and fill the well of solid, setled comforts in your hearts: Take only these four Directions:
But beside these, I counsel you to hoard up and make much of such thoughts as may be streams to feed and fill the well of solid, settled comforts in your hearts: Take only these four Directions:
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the great God that made all things with a word, can speak and make peace in the confused heart, 'tis one of his Royal incommunicable Prerogatives, Isa. 51.12.
the great God that made all things with a word, can speak and make peace in the confused heart, it's one of his Royal incommunicable Prerogatives, Isaiah 51.12.
I, even I am he that comforteth you, — If God comfort, who can sadden? and if God afflict, who else can comfort? The Air lights not without the Sun, the fuel heats not without the Fire,
I, even I am he that comforts you, — If God Comfort, who can sadden? and if God afflict, who Else can Comfort? The Air lights not without the Sun, the fuel heats not without the Fire,
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but Gods Children have been encouraged and comforted in God in the absence of other comforts, as David and Habakkuk: O Christians, learn this divine Art of fetching all your comforts from God, lay up your stock of comfort in the Rock of Ages, this will be as honey out of the Rock, as water from the fountain, that comes freely, sweetly, purely and abundantly:
but God's Children have been encouraged and comforted in God in the absence of other comforts, as David and Habakkuk: Oh Christians, Learn this divine Art of fetching all your comforts from God, lay up your stock of Comfort in the Rock of Ages, this will be as honey out of the Rock, as water from the fountain, that comes freely, sweetly, purely and abundantly:
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if you lay up all your comfort in the streams, what wil you do for comfort when the streames are cut off? if you hang your comfort on every hedge, it will be far to seek in a day of need:
if you lay up all your Comfort in the streams, what will you do for Comfort when the streams Are Cut off? if you hang your Comfort on every hedge, it will be Far to seek in a day of need:
Old Chytraeus had this only and all-sufficient Medicine and Remedy in his troubled affaires, to support his fainting heart, the Fathers heart, the faithful Word and powerful hand of Jehovah, and thus he sings, Unae est in trepidâ mihi re Medicina Jehovae, Cor Patrium, os verax, omnipotens { que } manus:
Old Chytraeus had this only and All-sufficient Medicine and Remedy in his troubled affairs, to support his fainting heart, the Father's heart, the faithful Word and powerful hand of Jehovah, and thus he sings, Unae est in trepidâ mihi re Medicina Jehovae, Cor Paternal, os Verax, omnipotens { que } manus:
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hence it is that the Saints have been like mount Zion, and remained impregnable in the midst of waves, being setled upon the Rock of Ages: O Sirs, could you account God your exceeding Joy,
hence it is that the Saints have been like mount Zion, and remained impregnable in the midst of waves, being settled upon the Rock of Ages: Oh Sirs, could you account God your exceeding Joy,
how sweetly and chearfullie would you go to his Altar upon all occasions, Psalm 43.4 And if you lay up your comfort in God, you may know where to finde it when you have lost it,
how sweetly and cheerfully would you go to his Altar upon all occasions, Psalm 43.4 And if you lay up your Comfort in God, you may know where to find it when you have lost it,
2. Lay the stress of your Comfort on free Grace in justification: here only is the spring of all your comfort, Rom. 5.1. being justified by Faith we have peace with God — Yea, peace within, in our own consciences, for we glory in tribulations, ver. 3. Gratuitous justification is the ground of all Consolation:
2. Lay the stress of your Comfort on free Grace in justification: Here only is the spring of all your Comfort, Rom. 5.1. being justified by Faith we have peace with God — Yea, peace within, in our own Consciences, for we glory in tribulations, ver. 3. Gratuitous justification is the ground of all Consolation:
Christs righteousnesse imputed is the sweetest word in all the Scriptures, which is ten times repeated in Rom. 4. though Papists make a mock of it, let Protestants make much of it, it is the sweetest Flower in our Garden, the Jachin and Boaz of our Gospel-Temple, the Ladder whereupon soules ascend to Heaven, our only comfort is bound up in the Covenant of Free-grace, not in that of works:
Christ righteousness imputed is the Sweetest word in all the Scriptures, which is ten times repeated in Rom. 4. though Papists make a mock of it, let Protestants make much of it, it is the Sweetest Flower in our Garden, the Jachin and Boaz of our Gospel-Temple, the Ladder whereupon Souls ascend to Heaven, our only Comfort is bound up in the Covenant of Free grace, not in that of works:
Stick to this, stickle for this, let all go, rather than let this go, it is the chief Article and principle of our Religion, upon which the Church stands, without which it fals, as Luther saith:
Stick to this, stickle for this, let all go, rather than let this go, it is the chief Article and principle of our Religion, upon which the Church Stands, without which it falls, as Luther Says:
fetch your onlie comfort from his bitter cross: consider, how fully Christ hast satisfied divine justice, how large and liberal the Gospel-proclamation is,
fetch your only Comfort from his bitter cross: Consider, how Fully christ haste satisfied divine Justice, how large and liberal the Gospel-proclamation is,
roll these in thy minde, clap the promises warm to thy heart, let the hysop of faith sprinkle Christs blood upon thy conscience, for generals afford no comfort;
roll these in thy mind, clap the promises warm to thy heart, let the hyssop of faith sprinkle Christ blood upon thy conscience, for generals afford no Comfort;
an hungrie man takes little pleasure in gazing upon a feast, while he tastes not of it, David 's Table spread with dainties in the midst of his Enemies, rather vexed than pleased those envious Spectators:
an hungry man Takes little pleasure in gazing upon a feast, while he tastes not of it, David is Table spread with dainties in the midst of his Enemies, rather vexed than pleased those envious Spectators:
and on whom I will have mercy: Lay up such Scriptures as these, Rom. 3.24. Isai. 53.4, 5, 6. & 43, 25. Heb. 8.12. That by the comfort of these and such like Scriptures you may have hope:
and on whom I will have mercy: Lay up such Scriptures as these, Rom. 3.24. Isaiah 53.4, 5, 6. & 43, 25. Hebrew 8.12. That by the Comfort of these and such like Scriptures you may have hope:
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and by helping the soul to make practical syllogisms, as thus, whosoever doth sincerely cal on the name of the Lord shal be saved, but saith the soul, I do sincerely pray and performe other Christian duties, therefore I shal be saved;
and by helping the soul to make practical syllogisms, as thus, whosoever does sincerely call on the name of the Lord shall be saved, but Says the soul, I do sincerely pray and perform other Christian duties, Therefore I shall be saved;
and the spirit of God witnessing with an upright heart and conscience, helps the soul to this demonstrative inference and conclusion, that he is a Childe of God, in Gods favour, and shal be saved:
and the Spirit of God witnessing with an upright heart and conscience, helps the soul to this demonstrative Inference and conclusion, that he is a Child of God, in God's favour, and shall be saved:
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if your souls be all glorious within in sanctification, 'tis a good sign your cloathing is of wrought gold in justification• make sure and clear your effectual vocation, and then you clear up your eternal election:
if your Souls be all glorious within in sanctification, it's a good Signen your clothing is of wrought gold in justification• make sure and clear your effectual vocation, and then you clear up your Eternal election:
and thus some understand those three that bear witness in Earth, the spirit, water and blood, to be the cleansing acts of the spirit, evidencing the souls interest in our Saviours efficacious merits:
and thus Some understand those three that bear witness in Earth, the Spirit, water and blood, to be the cleansing acts of the Spirit, evidencing the Souls Interest in our Saviors efficacious merits:
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and then fetch inferences therefrom, in a rational way of argumentation, and lay up those deductions against a time of need, write it down that thou maist have it to shew under thy hand against the quarrels of an unbelieving heart:
and then fetch inferences therefrom, in a rational Way of argumentation, and lay up those deductions against a time of need, write it down that thou Mayest have it to show under thy hand against the quarrels of an unbelieving heart:
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treasure up the meanes and instruments of your peace and settlement, the time when, and place where your souls were satisfied, the low and hopeless state your souls were in before the Lord did visit you from on high:
treasure up the means and Instruments of your peace and settlement, the time when, and place where your Souls were satisfied, the low and hopeless state your Souls were in before the Lord did visit you from on high:
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O lay up carefully the various circumstances about your satisfying comforts, the seasonable incomes thereof, their powerful entrance, and self-discovering, soul-recovering evidence:
Oh lay up carefully the various Circumstances about your satisfying comforts, the seasonable incomes thereof, their powerful Entrance, and self-discovering, soul-recovering evidence:
finally lay up the sweet result and strengthening effects of those your consolations, that so for the future, in the multitude of your disquieting thoughts within you, these comforts may again delight your souls: Psal. 94.19.
finally lay up the sweet result and strengthening effects of those your consolations, that so for the future, in the multitude of your disquieting thoughts within you, these comforts may again delight your Souls: Psalm 94.19.
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I put all under one head, for brevity sake. 1. Lay up many teares in God's bottle, comfort is the portion of mourners, it is promised by God, purchased by Christ, applyed by the spirit of comfort,
I put all under one head, for brevity sake. 1. Lay up many tears in God's Bottle, Comfort is the portion of mourners, it is promised by God, purchased by christ, applied by the Spirit of Comfort,
& only suitable to weeping mourning souls, it is the usual constant design of God to comfort those that are cast down, to heal the broken in heart, to revive drooping souls, and contrite hearts;
& only suitable to weeping mourning Souls, it is the usual constant Design of God to Comfort those that Are cast down, to heal the broken in heart, to revive drooping Souls, and contrite hearts;
Do you mourn for your sins, and God wil comfort you in your mourning, the sorrowes of the Saints are like the pangs of a travelling Woman, that tend to and end in comfort, John 16.21. Repentance is the ready road to contentment:
Do you mourn for your Sins, and God will Comfort you in your mourning, the sorrows of the Saints Are like the pangs of a traveling Woman, that tend to and end in Comfort, John 16.21. Repentance is the ready road to contentment:
and if they let the tears fal down their cheeks, God is ready with his bottle to receive them, which he pours (say they) upon the Enemies Edicts to blot the writings that the Jews shal receive no hurt thereby:
and if they let the tears fall down their cheeks, God is ready with his Bottle to receive them, which he pours (say they) upon the Enemies Edicts to blot the writings that the jews shall receive no hurt thereby:
But sure I am, God is much affected with his Childrens teares, and comes (as it were) with an Handkerchief to wipe away those tears, or rather (as the Scripture speaks) puts their tears into his bottle,
But sure I am, God is much affected with his Children's tears, and comes (as it were) with an Handkerchief to wipe away those tears, or rather (as the Scripture speaks) puts their tears into his Bottle,
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every gracious groan is set before the Lord as delectable incense, and every drop distilled from a broken heart, shal in time multiplie to a flood of joy:
every gracious groan is Set before the Lord as delectable incense, and every drop distilled from a broken heart, shall in time multiply to a flood of joy:
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for this (saith the Psalmist ) shal everie one that is godlie pray unto thee, — surelie then in the Floods of great Waters they shal not come nigh unto him, Psal. 32.6. Prayer reacheth to Heaven, and fetcheth heaven into the heart:
for this (Says the Psalmist) shall every one that is godly pray unto thee, — surely then in the Floods of great Waters they shall not come High unto him, Psalm 32.6. Prayer reaches to Heaven, and Fetches heaven into the heart:
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it scattereth fears, lighteneth the soul, and preventeth shame and sorrow: ask, saith Christ, and yee shal receive, that your joy may be ful, Joh. 6.24.
it Scattereth fears, lighteneth the soul, and preventeth shame and sorrow: ask, Says christ, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full, John 6.24.
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Mr. Knox rose off from his sick and death-bed, and would needs go to the Pulpit, that he might impart to others his sweet Meditations on Christs Resurrection,
Mr. Knox rose off from his sick and deathbed, and would needs go to the Pulpit, that he might impart to Others his sweet Meditations on Christ Resurrection,
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Whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation, and salvation: not onlie by way of sympathy and affection, but by way of intercourse and communication:
Whither we be comforted, it is for your consolation, and salvation: not only by Way of Sympathy and affection, but by Way of intercourse and communication:
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and the treasure you have laid up in them wil dispose them to be helps to you in the day of your sadness. 4. Lastly, store up Scripture-cordials, Covenant-promises in your souls: Psal. 119.50. This is my comfort in affliction, thy word hath quickened me:
and the treasure you have laid up in them will dispose them to be helps to you in the day of your sadness. 4. Lastly, store up Scripture-cordials, Covenant promises in your Souls: Psalm 119.50. This is my Comfort in affliction, thy word hath quickened me:
especially improve and apply Gospel-promises, these are (fasciae Christi) the swadling-cloaths of Christ, these are like Aqua vitae to the fainting soul:
especially improve and apply Gospel promises, these Are (fasciae Christ) the swaddling-clothes of christ, these Are like Aqua vitae to the fainting soul:
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to this very end is it, that God hath not only spoken but sworn, that we might have strong consolation, Heb. 6.18. Promises are the breasts of consolation, at which you may suck and be satisfied:
to this very end is it, that God hath not only spoken but sworn, that we might have strong consolation, Hebrew 6.18. Promises Are the breasts of consolation, At which you may suck and be satisfied:
they are Gospel-pailes, bowles and breasts to suckle and feed the Lords Lambs, and rich Mines to make the Christian rich in grace, and rich in comfort:
they Are Gospel-pailes, bowls and breasts to suckle and feed the lords Lambs, and rich Mines to make the Christian rich in grace, and rich in Comfort:
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so an interest in, and union to Jesus Christ, gives us this right. 2. A right of aptitude, fitness, disposedness, [ jus aptitudinale ] and this is by having holy dispositions, Gospel-qualifications,
so an Interest in, and Union to jesus christ, gives us this right. 2. A right of aptitude, fitness, disposedness, [ jus aptitudinale ] and this is by having holy dispositions, Gospel-qualifications,
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Thus I have endeavoured to help you to hoard up these four precious and necessary treasures of truths, graces, experiences and comforts, let none of your souls be found destitute of these,
Thus I have endeavoured to help you to hoard up these four precious and necessary treasures of truths, graces, experiences and comforts, let none of your Souls be found destitute of these,
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Now 'tis also necessary to take heed of losing or diminishing this Treasure, 'tis a piece of wisdome to keep as well as get, to maintain as well as obtain a Treasure:
Now it's also necessary to take heed of losing or diminishing this Treasure, it's a piece of Wisdom to keep as well as get, to maintain as well as obtain a Treasure:
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Salomon saith, there's a time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together, but there's no time to cast away these precious Treasures, you must keep what you have and stil be gathering more:
Solomon Says, there's a time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together, but there's no time to cast away these precious Treasures, you must keep what you have and still be gathering more:
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He it is that most grudgeth our growth in Grace, the better the soul is treasured, the more assaults must he suffer from the evil one, a Pirate makes most at a rich laden Ship, a Thief breaks not into the Beggars Cottage;
He it is that most grudgeth our growth in Grace, the better the soul is treasured, the more assaults must he suffer from the evil one, a Pirate makes most At a rich laden Ship, a Thief breaks not into the Beggars Cottage;
therefore take Pauls advice, refuse prophane and old wives fables, and exercise your selves rather to godliness, 1 Tim. 4.7. Strivings, though they should be even about Scriptures and the Law, may come to bee unprofitable and vain, Tit. 3.9. Great Triflers are no good treasurers, and many great Disputers have argued away much of their Religion;
Therefore take Paul's Advice, refuse profane and old wives fables, and exercise your selves rather to godliness, 1 Tim. 4.7. Strivings, though they should be even about Scriptures and the Law, may come to be unprofitable and vain, Tit. 3.9. Great Triflers Are no good treasurers, and many great Disputers have argued away much of their Religion;
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Precious Saints have complained that even necessary Disputes have put their spirits out of tune: You have zeal little enough for the vitals of Religion, let none run in by-channels:
Precious Saints have complained that even necessary Disputes have put their spirits out of tune: You have zeal little enough for the vitals of Religion, let none run in by-channels:
than a fine Notion or victorie over an Antagonist: take heed lest Satan cast into you a spark of false zeal and blow it up to an eager dispute for an opinion, to divert or excuse you from medling with the more weighty matters of Christianitie.
than a fine Notion or victory over an Antagonist: take heed lest Satan cast into you a spark of false zeal and blow it up to an eager dispute for an opinion, to divert or excuse you from meddling with the more weighty matters of Christianity.
now he is grown more cunning by almost six thousand yeares experience, and we more foolish in this dotage of the world, we are in great danger of undoing:
now he is grown more cunning by almost six thousand Years experience, and we more foolish in this dotage of the world, we Are in great danger of undoing:
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O lets watch and pray that we enter not into temptation, keep out of Satans Road, hold him at staves-end, suspect his wiles, resist his power, that neither his seven heads by plotting,
Oh lets watch and pray that we enter not into temptation, keep out of Satan Road, hold him At staves-end, suspect his wiles, resist his power, that neither his seven Heads by plotting,
As the shining Sun eats out the burning fire, or as the abundance of weeds sucks up the vertue of the earth that should nourish the herbs and fruit-trees, just so do Riches choak the Word by a wicked encroachment they have upon the heart:
As the shining Sun eats out the burning fire, or as the abundance of weeds sucks up the virtue of the earth that should nourish the herbs and Fruit trees, just so do Riches choke the Word by a wicked encroachment they have upon the heart:
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'Tis true, Religion begot wealth, but the daughter devoures the mother, as the Proverb hath it, worldly-mindedness is directly opposite to heavenly treasures:
It's true, Religion begotten wealth, but the daughter devours the mother, as the Proverb hath it, Worldly-mindedness is directly opposite to heavenly treasures:
in the Apostles times, the Saints cast their money and estates at the Apostles feet, thereby signifying, saith an Ancient, that they were fitter to be trodden upon,
in the Apostles times, the Saints cast their money and estates At the Apostles feet, thereby signifying, Says an Ancient, that they were fitter to be trodden upon,
So do thou scorn to load thy noble soul with such unworthie baggage, cast out those wares that will sink the ship of your souls: One staffe will help in your journey,
So do thou scorn to load thy noble soul with such unworthy baggage, cast out those wares that will sink the ship of your Souls: One staff will help in your journey,
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How many Demas 's are hereby ship-wrackt? How many Sampsons have lost their best strength by the embraces of this Dalilah? Alass, thousands have been cheated of their spiritual Riches by its Syren Songs, and bewitching charmes:
How many Demas is Are hereby shipwrecked? How many Sampsons have lost their best strength by the embraces of this Delilah? Alas, thousands have been cheated of their spiritual Riches by its Syren Songs, and bewitching charms:
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Sin is the Canker and Moth that marrs all our enjoyments, it is a Pul-back to high attainments, 'tis the only Make-bait betwixt God and the soul, which hinders communion with God and communications from God:
since is the Canker and Moth that mars all our enjoyments, it is a Pull-back to high attainments, it's the only Make-bait betwixt God and the soul, which hinders communion with God and communications from God:
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The Devil, the World, and the flesh are the souls mortal and mischievous enemies, but the flesh is nearest and worst, therefore these fleshly lusts are said peculiarly to fight against the soul:
The devil, the World, and the Flesh Are the Souls Mortal and mischievous enemies, but the Flesh is nearest and worst, Therefore these fleshly Lustiest Are said peculiarly to fight against the soul:
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Divines distinguish of three sorts of temptations, Ascendent, Objected, and Injected: Ascendent temptations are such as fume up from some stirred humour or lower facultie within us, that borders next upon the sense or affection.
Divines distinguish of three sorts of temptations, Ascendent, Objected, and Injected: Ascendent temptations Are such as fume up from Some stirred humour or lower faculty within us, that borders next upon the sense or affection.
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but the first from our own hearts, which is of all others most dangerous: Except the wicked one finde something in us he can have no advantage against us;
but the First from our own hearts, which is of all Others most dangerous: Except the wicked one find something in us he can have no advantage against us;
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though never so secretly, a secret way of spending hath exhausted large Estates; Heart-sins dallied with, delighted in, will do your souls a deadly mischief:
though never so secretly, a secret Way of spending hath exhausted large Estates; Heart sins dallied with, delighted in, will do your Souls a deadly mischief:
yet cries out, How shall I do this wickednesse and sin against God? O Sirs, consider how unsuitable and incongruous it is for a Vessel of Mercy to admit iniquitie, it is as if a Cup of gold were filled with mens Excrements:
yet cries out, How shall I do this wickedness and since against God? Oh Sirs, Consider how unsuitable and incongruous it is for a Vessel of Mercy to admit iniquity, it is as if a Cup of gold were filled with men's Excrements:
have not any fellowship with the unfruitful works of darknesse, mortifie earthly members, possesse your Vessel in sanctification and honour, purge out filthiness of flesh and spirit, and thereby you will not only maintain, but encrease your souls treasure.
have not any fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, mortify earthly members, possess your Vessel in sanctification and honour, purge out filthiness of Flesh and Spirit, and thereby you will not only maintain, but increase your Souls treasure.
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and then what can you do? the Spirit is that gentle Nurse, and strengthening Hand that helps the infirmities of the dead or daunted childe of God in Prayer, O refuse not its assistance:
and then what can you do? the Spirit is that gentle Nurse, and strengthening Hand that helps the infirmities of the dead or daunted child of God in Prayer, Oh refuse not its assistance:
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the Spirit is that holy Fire, that sets the soul in a flame for God, O do not quench it: This Holy Spirit is a Queen that comes attended with a goodlie train of graces and comforts, called the fruits of the spirit;
the Spirit is that holy Fire, that sets the soul in a flame for God, Oh do not quench it: This Holy Spirit is a Queen that comes attended with a goodly train of graces and comforts, called the fruits of the Spirit;
as the Sea ebbs and flows according to the influence of the heavenlie bodies, so doth grace in the heart move, according to the operations of the spirit:
as the Sea ebbs and flows according to the influence of the heavenly bodies, so does grace in the heart move, according to the operations of the Spirit:
yea, then the peace of God aswel as the God of peace, shal keep your hearts & minds through Christ Iesus, Phil. 4.7. NONLATINALPHABET shal keep as with a guard in a Garison, i. e.
yea, then the peace of God aswell as the God of peace, shall keep your hearts & minds through christ Iesus, Philip 4.7. shall keep as with a guard in a Garrison, i. e.
shal stand centinel for you to prevent the furious assaults of your spiritual enemies, and be a safe convoy to the ship of your souls against Rocks and Sands, Storms and Pirates, til you come to the haven of Heaven:
shall stand centinel for you to prevent the furious assaults of your spiritual enemies, and be a safe convoy to the ship of your Souls against Rocks and Sands, Storms and Pirates, till you come to the Haven of Heaven:
that God that preserves his peoples bones, wil preserve their souls, and he that keepeth the feet of his Saints, wil also keep the fruits of his love, in the souls of his servants:
that God that preserves his peoples bones, will preserve their Souls, and he that Keepeth the feet of his Saints, will also keep the fruits of his love, in the Souls of his Servants:
and if you thus do, he that is able to keep you from falling, wil present you faultless before 〈 ◊ 〉 presence of his glory with exceeding joy. Jude 24. 5. Carefully watch your hearts;
and if you thus do, he that is able to keep you from falling, will present you faultless before 〈 ◊ 〉 presence of his glory with exceeding joy. U^de 24. 5. Carefully watch your hearts;
though God hath undertaken to guard you, yet you are bound to watch your own hearts: that's the command, Prov. 4.23. Keep thy heart with all diligence, in the Hebrew 'tis very ful and emphatical, in or above all keepings, take care of thy heart:
though God hath undertaken to guard you, yet you Are bound to watch your own hearts: that's the command, Curae 4.23. Keep thy heart with all diligence, in the Hebrew it's very full and emphatical, in or above all keepings, take care of thy heart:
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and study be most about the frame of thy heart, But why so? What great need of industrie about the heart? why he tels us, out of it are the issues of life, i. e. all our treasure is there, our greatest stock and store,
and study be most about the frame of thy heart, But why so? What great need of industry about the heart? why he tells us, out of it Are the issues of life, i. e. all our treasure is there, our greatest stock and store,
therefore keep thy heart with all diligence, lock up thy treasure, and set a guard upon it, admit no strangers into this Closet, let not other things make an inroad upon thee,
Therefore keep thy heart with all diligence, lock up thy treasure, and Set a guard upon it, admit no Strangers into this Closet, let not other things make an inroad upon thee,
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there's no keeping a treasure in a common room, a Man that fears his Purse in a strange place, hath alwaies an eie upon it, dare not let it go out of his sight, in a time of great robbing a stranger suspects every one, and goeth not forth unarmed:
there's no keeping a treasure in a Common room, a Man that fears his Purse in a strange place, hath always an eye upon it, Dare not let it go out of his sighed, in a time of great robbing a stranger suspects every one, and Goes not forth unarmed:
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O Sirs, consider you are strangers in this Earth, many Thieves are abroad, they aim at you, they have plundered many of their treasures, and cast down manie strong men wounded,
Oh Sirs, Consider you Are Strangers in this Earth, many Thieves Are abroad, they aim At you, they have plundered many of their treasures, and cast down many strong men wounded,
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even dust may hinder the Clock from going, as wel as dirt; raise up your affections Heaven-wards, center and settle your hearts upon God, say to distractions,
even dust may hinder the Clock from going, as well as dirt; raise up your affections Heavenwards, centre and settle your hearts upon God, say to distractions,
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and Heathens have recorded instances of some that have rather suffered their Armes or Legs to be burnt, with a Coal from the Altar, than move whilest sacrificing:
and heathens have recorded instances of Some that have rather suffered their Arms or Legs to be burned, with a Coal from the Altar, than move whilst sacrificing:
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or their doing some notable thing for God: and I appeal to experienced souls, if they have not sustained saddest shakings and losses, after the sweetest gains:
or their doing Some notable thing for God: and I appeal to experienced Souls, if they have not sustained Saddest shakings and losses, After the Sweetest gains:
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Peter acts Satans part in disswading Christ from suffering, after he had acted an Angels part in acknowledging him for the Messias: the French often got that again by craft, that the English had obtained by Prowess:
Peter acts Satan part in dissuading christ from suffering, After he had acted an Angels part in acknowledging him for the Messias: the French often god that again by craft, that the English had obtained by Prowess:
this Pugna Os•ulana (as Historians call it) is when the conquered gathered strength, and so returned upon the Conquerors, when they were dividing the spoils:
this Pugna Os•ulana (as Historians call it) is when the conquered gathered strength, and so returned upon the Conquerors, when they were dividing the spoils:
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as a man that hath run fast, or workt hard, sits down and cools suddenlie, after much sweating doth thereby endanger his health, and life too, by a dangerous surfeit:
as a man that hath run fast, or worked hard, sits down and cools suddenly, After much sweating does thereby endanger his health, and life too, by a dangerous surfeit:
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so when the heart hath been sweetlie warmed with the love of God, and is powerfullie chaffed in an holie dutie, it's then most in danger of a spiritual Ague, a chil fit of deadness;
so when the heart hath been sweetly warmed with the love of God, and is powerfully chaffed in an holy duty, it's then most in danger of a spiritual Ague, a Chil fit of deadness;
after his heart is broken, and peace is spoken to him? O why should the soul so quicklie turn out of the way, wherein so latelie it had such encouragements? why should we give Satan such occasion to bid defiance to the God of Heaven, that his Servants wil not be hired to continue with him,
After his heart is broken, and peace is spoken to him? O why should the soul so quickly turn out of the Way, wherein so lately it had such encouragements? why should we give Satan such occasion to bid defiance to the God of Heaven, that his Servants will not be hired to continue with him,
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for all his present rewards, and promises of future happiness? Ah sirs, is there not much reward in keeping Gods Commandments? is there not more pleasure in holiness,
for all his present rewards, and promises of future happiness? Ah Sirs, is there not much reward in keeping God's commandments? is there not more pleasure in holiness,
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than any sin? why should you think to eke out your spiritual delights with sensual pleasures? think seriously of it, be afraid to stain your milk-white souls, that are newly washed in the blood of the Lamb, by wallowing in the mud of sin:
than any since? why should you think to eke out your spiritual delights with sensual pleasures? think seriously of it, be afraid to stain your milkwhite Souls, that Are newly washed in the blood of the Lamb, by wallowing in the mud of since:
if the hand be removed, or a stone that descends, if not carried or cast upwards, if we were as good as Paul or Peter, we should fall foullie, without supporting grace:
if the hand be removed, or a stone that descends, if not carried or cast upward, if we were as good as Paul or Peter, we should fallen foully, without supporting grace:
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Censure your self as sharply as if you were your own enemy, — a little further, therefore I would not have you to pray to be delivered from sudden death,
Censure your self as sharply as if you were your own enemy, — a little further, Therefore I would not have you to pray to be Delivered from sudden death,
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yea now in this world, God is about to search you as with Candles, and rouze up secure sinners from off their lees: a trying time may come, search your selves first, you may by searching come to discern your state,
yea now in this world, God is about to search you as with Candles, and rouse up secure Sinners from off their lees: a trying time may come, search your selves First, you may by searching come to discern your state,
O Friends, take some time to pose and search your own hearts, in the multitude of businesses abroad be not strangers at home, you will finde work enough there, I shall conclude all with the words of a contemplative Divine.
Oh Friends, take Some time to pose and search your own hearts, in the multitude of businesses abroad be not Strangers At home, you will find work enough there, I shall conclude all with the words of a contemplative Divine.
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The varieties of an ever-changing condition whiles in this vale of miserie cannot want the perpetual employment of a busie soul, therefore, saith he, O God let me be dumb to all the world,
The varieties of an everchanging condition while in this vale of misery cannot want the perpetual employment of a busy soul, Therefore, Says he, Oh God let me be dumb to all the world,
Take yet a Verse from divine Herbert; Sum up at night what thou hast done by day And in the morning, what thou hast to do, Dress and undress thy soul, mark the decay And growth of it;
Take yet a Verse from divine Herbert; Sum up At night what thou hast done by day And in the morning, what thou hast to do, Dress and undress thy soul, mark the decay And growth of it;
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if with thy watch, that too Be down, then winde up both, since we shall be Most surely judg'd, make thy Accounts agree: Thus for the seventh Direction:
if with thy watch, that too Be down, then wind up both, since we shall be Most surely judged, make thy Accounts agree: Thus for the seventh Direction:
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This seconds the former, if you finde your selves declining, do not rest satisfied, let not an ill matter go on, decayes and delayes therein are dangerous, the further you proceed the worse will things be:
This seconds the former, if you find your selves declining, do not rest satisfied, let not an ill matter go on, decays and delays therein Are dangerous, the further you proceed the Worse will things be:
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Even so, guilt is sooner removed immediately after it is con•racted, then when its long delaied, deferring doubles the guilt and makes the wound deeper:
Even so, guilt is sooner removed immediately After it is con•racted, then when its long delayed, deferring doubles the guilt and makes the wound Deeper:
therefore David learned by sad experience to make more hast to God, and not to delay his Repentance and course of obedience, Psalm 119.59, 60. O Christians, fall presently about this work, Vow this day unto the mighty God of Jacob, and you'l not finde a room for your selves in your Houses or Beds, till you have found a place for the Lord in your hearts, make not up the day till you have made your peace with God:
Therefore David learned by sad experience to make more haste to God, and not to Delay his Repentance and course of Obedience, Psalm 119.59, 60. Oh Christians, fallen presently about this work, Voelli this day unto the mighty God of Jacob, and You'll not find a room for your selves in your Houses or Beds, till you have found a place for the Lord in your hearts, make not up the day till you have made your peace with God:
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grace-weakening, my spirit cooling, all things go to wrack within me, but I am not satisfied in this declining state, I cannot live at a distance from thee, I dare not neglect the means of my Recoverie, O revive thy work, restore thy quickening Spirit, repair and redintegrate in my precious soul thy glorious Image, which consists in knowledge, righteousnesse, and true holinesse;
grace-weakening, my Spirit cooling, all things go to wrack within me, but I am not satisfied in this declining state, I cannot live At a distance from thee, I Dare not neglect the means of my Recovery, Oh revive thy work, restore thy quickening Spirit, repair and redintegrate in my precious soul thy glorious Image, which consists in knowledge, righteousness, and true holiness;
and revived, and your fainting spirits if taken timely shal suddenly be recovered: Say then with sweet Herbert in his Poems, — Sin is still hammering my heart,
and revived, and your fainting spirits if taken timely shall suddenly be recovered: Say then with sweet Herbert in his Poems, — since is still hammering my heart,
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here that Text takes place, Luke 6.38. Give, and it shall be given unto you, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men [ or God ] give it into your bosome — We see in other things use makes prompt and perfect:
Here that Text Takes place, Lycia 6.38. Give, and it shall be given unto you, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men [ or God ] give it into your bosom — We see in other things use makes prompt and perfect:
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the truth is, all excellencies in the World are worthless if they be useless, there's much good ground in the World that's neither cultured nor owned, a world of precious Mettals in the bowels of the Earth which shal never be coined, 'tis the constant use of money whereby it answers all things: Soliloq. 20. Stock-employed-pa. 72.73.
the truth is, all excellencies in the World Are worthless if they be useless, there's much good ground in the World that's neither cultured nor owned, a world of precious Metals in the bowels of the Earth which shall never be coined, it's the constant use of money whereby it answers all things: Soliloquy. 20. Stock-employed-pa. 72.73.
Improvement, saith a Reverend man, gives a true value to all blessings, A penny in the Purse is worth many Talents in an unknown Mine, that is our good that doth us good,
Improvement, Says a Reverend man, gives a true valve to all blessings, A penny in the Purse is worth many Talents in an unknown Mine, that is our good that does us good,
as our duty ascends, mercy descends; mans blessing God, brings down more blessings from God: Adore Free-grace, and you shal have more fruits of Free-grace:
as our duty ascends, mercy descends; men blessing God, brings down more blessings from God: Adore Free grace, and you shall have more fruits of Free grace:
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Should we bless him for filling our Houses with goods, and B•llies with food? and shall we not blesse him for filling our heads with truths• and our hearts with grace? must we bless him for a Crust,
Should we bless him for filling our Houses with goods, and B•llies with food? and shall we not bless him for filling our Heads with truths• and our hearts with grace? must we bless him for a Crust,
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yet you have more than you deserve, and so much as deserves your thankfulness: that's a churlish creature that drowns past kindnesses in a Sea of desires after more:
yet you have more than you deserve, and so much as deserves your thankfulness: that's a churlish creature that drowns passed Kindnesses in a Sea of Desires After more:
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I do appeal to thine own conscience, hast thou not something in thy soul worth thanks? hast thou not seen thy sin and misery? laid them more to heart than outward troubles? dost thou not prize Christ above the world? long after communion with him? You cannot deny but you have received sweet impressions of divine truths,
I do appeal to thine own conscience, hast thou not something in thy soul worth thanks? hast thou not seen thy since and misery? laid them more to heart than outward Troubles? dost thou not prize christ above the world? long After communion with him? You cannot deny but you have received sweet impressions of divine truths,
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This is one great end God hath in bestowing mercie, and returning an answer of Prayer, that the soul may praise him, which is the tribute of glorie that's due from the creature to our Creator:
This is one great end God hath in bestowing mercy, and returning an answer of Prayer, that the soul may praise him, which is the tribute of glory that's due from the creature to our Creator:
and yet in civil matters, either by a natural Logick or cunning Rhetorick, we have learned to begin a new suit, with a thankful commemoration of receiving the old:
and yet in civil matters, either by a natural Logic or cunning Rhetoric, we have learned to begin a new suit, with a thankful commemoration of receiving the old:
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yea bless him for your certain grounds of hope perform your dutie, and trust God for the performance of his promise • Blesse God that he hath laid up so large a treasure in Christ for indigent souls• Bless him that hee hath laid out so much thereof upon the manie thousands that are now filled brimful of grace and glory,
yea bless him for your certain grounds of hope perform your duty, and trust God for the performance of his promise • Bless God that he hath laid up so large a treasure in christ for indigent souls• Bless him that he hath laid out so much thereof upon the many thousands that Are now filled brimful of grace and glory,
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Unthankfulness and Unholiness are linked together in Scripture, and the more thankful you are, the more holy you are and shal be: God loves chearful worshippers:
Unthankfulness and Unholiness Are linked together in Scripture, and the more thankful you Are, the more holy you Are and shall be: God loves cheerful worshippers:
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I shal close all these Directions to maintain a treasure, especiallie this last of thankfulness with a sweet Poem of Divine Herbert's, called gratefulness.
I shall close all these Directions to maintain a treasure, especially this last of thankfulness with a sweet Poem of Divine Herbert's, called gratefulness.
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Thou that hast given so much to me, Give one thing more, a grateful heart, See how thy beggar works on thee, By Art. He makes thy gifts occasion more, And sayes, if he in this be crost, All thou hast given him heretofore Is lost. But thou didst reckon, when at first Thy word our hearts and hands did crave, What it would come to at the w•rst To save. Perpetual knockings at thy door, Tears sullying thy transparent rooms, Gift upon gift, much would have more, And comes. This notwithstanding, thou went'st on, And didst allow us all our noise, Nay thou hast made a sigh and groane, Thy joyes. Not that thou hast not stil above, Much better tunes than groanes can make;
Thou that hast given so much to me, Give one thing more, a grateful heart, See how thy beggar works on thee, By Art. He makes thy Gifts occasion more, And Says, if he in this be crossed, All thou hast given him heretofore Is lost. But thou didst reckon, when At First Thy word our hearts and hands did crave, What it would come to At the w•rst To save. Perpetual knockings At thy door, Tears sullying thy transparent rooms, Gift upon gift, much would have more, And comes. This notwithstanding, thou wentest on, And didst allow us all our noise, Nay thou hast made a sighs and groan, Thy Joys. Not that thou hast not still above, Much better Tunis than groans can make;
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many hunt after the meanes of grace, and take abundance of pains to run to Ordinances, (which is to be commended) but alas, make little improvement thereof, to their present advantage:
many hunt After the means of grace, and take abundance of pains to run to Ordinances, (which is to be commended) but alas, make little improvement thereof, to their present advantage:
let your deeds speak what David in words professeth, Psal. 119.56. This I had because I kept thy precepts, so in such a conflict, let your practise and success say, this I got from God in such a duty, this I had in such an Ordinance, this is by the sweet help I had in such a performance, methinks I feel the vertue of that repast:
let your Deeds speak what David in words Professes, Psalm 119.56. This I had Because I kept thy Precepts, so in such a conflict, let your practice and success say, this I god from God in such a duty, this I had in such an Ordinance, this is by the sweet help I had in such a performance, methinks I feel the virtue of that repast:
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O what good wil this do you? it wil excite thankfulness, ingage you to the like performance, accustome you to this divine trade of fetching from God and acting for God:
Oh what good will this do you? it will excite thankfulness, engage you to the like performance, accustom you to this divine trade of fetching from God and acting for God:
A Christian must learn to time all his actions and expressions, circumstances much vary cases, that may be a duty at one time, that is not so at another:
A Christian must Learn to time all his actions and expressions, Circumstances much vary cases, that may be a duty At one time, that is not so At Another:
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as a time to speak, therefore he kept his lips with a Bridle, while the wicked were present, Psal. 39.1. David here did not binde himself to perpetual silence but to a constant watch:
as a time to speak, Therefore he kept his lips with a Bridle, while the wicked were present, Psalm 39.1. David Here did not bind himself to perpetual silence but to a constant watch:
and judgment, saith Solomon, and a godlie Man brings forth fruit in due season, saith David: Prov. 25.11. A word fitlie spoken, is like Apples of Gold in pictures of Silver;
and judgement, Says Solomon, and a godly Man brings forth fruit in due season, Says David: Curae 25.11. A word fitly spoken, is like Apples of Gold in pictures of Silver;
Ambrose observes that very many by speaking, scarce any by keeping silence fall into sin, — and quotes the Son of Syrach, saying, a wise man wil first spie his opportunity before he opens his mouth — and concludes, let thy words be under the yoke and ballance, i. e. in humility and measure,
Ambrose observes that very many by speaking, scarce any by keeping silence fallen into since, — and quotes the Son of Sirach, saying, a wise man will First spy his opportunity before he Opens his Mouth — and concludes, let thy words be under the yoke and balance, i. e. in humility and measure,
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Oh what stead may these stand you in? to check for sin, or to chear your hearts in the waies of God, to curb or conduct you in your motion, they may come in opportunely,
O what stead may these stand you in? to check for since, or to cheer your hearts in the ways of God, to curb or conduct you in your motion, they may come in opportunely,
and effecting his ends thereby? Do you awaken your own spirits, call to remembrance your experiences and comforts at a dead lift, as David did in a like case,
and effecting his ends thereby? Do you awaken your own spirits, call to remembrance your experiences and comforts At a dead lift, as David did in a like case,
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and certainly, in those dubious workings and ambiguous debates, betwixt the carnal and spiritual part; seasonable thoughts carry it and cast the scales for God:
and Certainly, in those dubious workings and ambiguous debates, betwixt the carnal and spiritual part; seasonable thoughts carry it and cast the scales for God:
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O what good hath a seasonable thought done many a sinking soul? On the contrary, unseasonable thoughts (though good in their own nature) have much prejudiced and distracted the soul,
O what good hath a seasonable Thought done many a sinking soul? On the contrary, unseasonable thoughts (though good in their own nature) have much prejudiced and distracted the soul,
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3. Sincerely, be upright in your layings out, my meaning is, make shew of no more than indeed you have, profess not to have that to which you never attained:
3. Sincerely, be upright in your layings out, my meaning is, make show of no more than indeed you have, profess not to have that to which you never attained:
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take •eed of Hypocrisie, there are many forth-putting Professors, that talk of many things they understand not, that brag of many truths, graces, comforts and experiences, which they never felt in their own hearts,
take •eed of Hypocrisy, there Are many forthputting Professors, that talk of many things they understand not, that brag of many truths, graces, comforts and experiences, which they never felt in their own hearts,
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his heart is broken with this one thought, that he is not such a one as Christians account him to be, he hath not such a treasure as men think he hath:
his heart is broken with this one Thought, that he is not such a one as Christians account him to be, he hath not such a treasure as men think he hath:
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O thinks the poor soul, by my Discourses, Prayers, Carriage, I have given occasion to my dear Friends to imagine that there is more good in me than indeed there is, they see the better side,
Oh thinks the poor soul, by my Discourses, Prayers, Carriage, I have given occasion to my dear Friends to imagine that there is more good in me than indeed there is, they see the better side,
but God and my conscience know much rottennesse in these garnished Tombs: this made Mr. Bradford subscribe his name with the Epithe of a very painted Hypocrite:
but God and my conscience know much rottenness in these garnished Tombs: this made Mr. Bradford subscribe his name with the Epithet of a very painted Hypocrite:
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though that may be a temptation, yet 'tis a good token of sinceritie, when a good report even of the truth it self, doth promote self-abasing humilitie:
though that may be a temptation, yet it's a good token of sincerity, when a good report even of the truth it self, does promote self-abasing humility:
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But that I urge to, is uprightness in words and works, let your heart and tongue be tied together, rather be good than seem good, approve your heart to God, that your praise may not be of men,
But that I urge to, is uprightness in words and works, let your heart and tongue be tied together, rather be good than seem good, approve your heart to God, that your praise may not be of men,
groundless brags end in woful disgrace; God knows what you have, and men shal know in time: Prov. 29.23. Bur•ing lips and a wicked heart, are like a Po• •heard covered with Silver-dross:
groundless brags end in woeful disgrace; God knows what you have, and men shall know in time: Curae 29.23. Bur•ing lips and a wicked heart, Are like a Po• •heard covered with Silver-dross:
this guilded earth makes a fair shew of seeming zeal, but a•as, he shall be detected, his wickedness shall be shewed before the Congregation, vers. 26. Some mens Religion is like Pepper, hot in the mouth, but cold in the stomach:
this Guilded earth makes a fair show of seeming zeal, but a•as, he shall be detected, his wickedness shall be showed before the Congregation, vers. 26. some men's Religion is like Pepper, hight in the Mouth, but cold in the stomach:
But, saith he, I would fear that speaking well without feeling, Ex duobus imperfectle multo est m•lius babere rusticitatem sanctam, quàm eloqueatiā peccatricem:
But, Says he, I would Fear that speaking well without feeling, Ex duobus imperfectle Much est m•lius babere rusticitatem Sanctam, quàm eloqueatian peccatricem:
4. Draw out of your treasure suitablie that is, not only acting answerably to what you have within, that your layings out be not more than your layings up, which was the last Head. But you must produce holie Actions, Expressions in some degree proportionable — unto Gods — 1. Vouch-safed Meanes, 2. Appointed Ends:
4. Draw out of your treasure suitably that is, not only acting answerably to what you have within, that your layings out be not more than your layings up, which was the last Head. But you must produce holy Actions, Expressions in Some degree proportionable — unto God's — 1. Vouchsafed Means, 2. Appointed Ends:
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the Scripture compares the Church to a Vineyard, and particular souls to Vine-trees that must bring forth grapes: and indeed a Vine is good for nothing if it be not fruitful:
the Scripture compares the Church to a Vineyard, and particular Souls to Vine-trees that must bring forth grapes: and indeed a Vine is good for nothing if it be not fruitful:
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Now let us consider, if God have not done as much for his Vineyard amongst us as for that in Isa. 5. and have not our returns been parallel to theirs? the most part have brought forth wild grapes, the best have not brought forth full grapes, ripe grapes, at least not sweet grapes,
Now let us Consider, if God have not done as much for his Vineyard among us as for that in Isaiah 5. and have not our returns been parallel to theirs? the most part have brought forth wild grapes, the best have not brought forth full grapes, ripe grapes, At least not sweet grapes,
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Have not Gods Children often rather acted from a spirit of bondage, than of liberty? Well now, God hath a controversie with his Vine, justly may he command the Clouds to rain no more upon it,
Have not God's Children often rather acted from a Spirit of bondage, than of liberty? Well now, God hath a controversy with his Vine, justly may he command the Clouds to rain no more upon it,
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nay, he wil cast the wild Vines into eternal fire, and his own own chosen Vines into the fiery Furnace of sharp affliction: therefore be fruitful, bring forth abundantly, answer Gods Call and cost,
nay, he will cast the wild Vines into Eternal fire, and his own own chosen Vines into the fiery Furnace of sharp affliction: Therefore be fruitful, bring forth abundantly, answer God's Call and cost,
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so let us bring forth much fruit, hear we the Lords Summons, and eccho back answerable fruitfulnesse to the droppings of the Sanctuary and the sweet showrs of divine grace: the fruits you are to bring forth are those fruits of the Spirit, mentioned in Gal. 5.22.
so let us bring forth much fruit, hear we the lords Summons, and echo back answerable fruitfulness to the droppings of the Sanctuary and the sweet showers of divine grace: the fruits you Are to bring forth Are those fruits of the Spirit, mentioned in Gal. 5.22.
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God takes himself to be glorified by our bringing forth much fruit, and is it not a blessed thing to be an Instrument to glorifie God? this was the end of our Creation, of our Redemption, of all the motions and operations of the sanctifying Spirit; awake therefore to much fruit-bearing,
God Takes himself to be glorified by our bringing forth much fruit, and is it not a blessed thing to be an Instrument to Glorify God? this was the end of our Creation, of our Redemption, of all the motions and operations of the sanctifying Spirit; awake Therefore to much Fruit bearing,
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A Christian must speak the language of his Mother, not unto us, not unto us, Isa. 42.8. Acts 12.23. but to thy Name be the praise, for God will not give his glory to another:
A Christian must speak the language of his Mother, not unto us, not unto us, Isaiah 42.8. Acts 12.23. but to thy Name be the praise, for God will not give his glory to Another:
and Judgement-seats, speak out, be not affraid of men, or ashamed of the Gospel, yet take those two Rules with you, 1 Pet. 3 15. In the middle of the Verse you have a profession required, in the beginning and the end, there's the dispositions necessary. 1. Sanctifie the Lord God in your hearts, there's the Principle and End, see that you have grace,
and Judgement-seats, speak out, be not afraid of men, or ashamed of the Gospel, yet take those two Rules with you, 1 Pet. 3 15. In the middle of the Verse you have a profession required, in the beginning and the end, there's the dispositions necessary. 1. Sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, there's the Principle and End, see that you have grace,
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and do it to Gods glory. 2. Be ready to give an answer with meeknesse and fear, there's the manner, Chearfulness, Humility, without vain-boasting or ostentation.
and do it to God's glory. 2. Be ready to give an answer with meekness and Fear, there's the manner, Cheerfulness, Humility, without vain-boasting or ostentation.
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even so minister the same one to another, as good Stewards of the manifold grace of God — that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.
even so minister the same one to Another, as good Stewards of the manifold grace of God — that God in all things may be glorified through jesus christ to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.
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and partly of Exhortation, wherein I shall both encourage those that have it, and provoke to emulation those that have it not, that they may labour to attain to it, and obtain it.
and partly of Exhortation, wherein I shall both encourage those that have it, and provoke to emulation those that have it not, that they may labour to attain to it, and obtain it.
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It is a word that's no where else used, it signifieth an artificial facture, fabrick or structure, that notable Artifice, wherein the God of Heaven shewed singular care and skil,
It is a word that's not where Else used, it signifies an artificial facture, fabric or structure, that notable Artifice, wherein the God of Heaven showed singular care and skill,
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like their dear Redeemer, of whom 'tis said by his despisers, he hath no form nor comeliness, and when we shal see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him;
like their dear Redeemer, of whom it's said by his despisers, he hath no from nor comeliness, and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him;
Just so are the Saints, compared therefore to the Tents of Kedar, to the Curtains of Solomon, Song. 1.5. The word Kedar doth signify blackness, and Kedarens ( Ishmaels second Sons posterity) dwelt in Tents made of haircloath;
Just so Are the Saints, compared Therefore to the Tents of Kedar, to the Curtains of Solomon, Song. 1.5. The word Kedar does signify blackness, and Kedarens (Ishmaels second Sons posterity) dwelled in Tents made of haircloth;
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nor must the whole be rated, according to the poor facing, but rich lining: A Christian hath an excellent treasure in an Earthen Vessel, you must not censure him,
nor must the Whole be rated, according to the poor facing, but rich lining: A Christian hath an excellent treasure in an Earthen Vessel, you must not censure him,
though wicked Men do account them not worthy to live in the World, (as though this Earth were too good for them) yet God saith of the Saints, of whom the World was not worthy, they are too good to breath in this dirty Air,
though wicked Men do account them not worthy to live in the World, (as though this Earth were too good for them) yet God Says of the Saints, of whom the World was not worthy, they Are too good to breath in this dirty Air,
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Be cheared therefore oh thou trembling Christian, be provoked oh thou careless soul to look after a large treasure, who would not be of this number? me thinks it should excite all rational and intelligent Creatures to an holy covetousness and ambition to be filled with these treasures,
Be cheered Therefore o thou trembling Christian, be provoked o thou careless soul to look After a large treasure, who would not be of this number? me thinks it should excite all rational and intelligent Creatures to an holy covetousness and ambition to be filled with these treasures,
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but also to die at Jerusalem, for the name of the Lord Jesus: Act. 21.13. God hath laid in a treasure in his heart, and he is willing to lay it out, which way soever the Lord shal call for it:
but also to die At Jerusalem, for the name of the Lord jesus: Act. 21.13. God hath laid in a treasure in his heart, and he is willing to lay it out, which Way soever the Lord shall call for it:
and comforts wonderfullie inlarged, and these advantages countervaile the smart of the affliction, this is an holie merchandize, saith an Ancient, to lose some things, that we may gain the greater:
and comforts wonderfully enlarged, and these advantages countervail the smart of the affliction, this is an holy merchandise, Says an Ancient, to loose Some things, that we may gain the greater:
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the believing Hebrews took joyfully the spoiling of their goods, knowing in themselves that they had in Heaven a better, and an enduring substance: Heb. 10.34.
the believing Hebrews took joyfully the spoiling of their goods, knowing in themselves that they had in Heaven a better, and an enduring substance: Hebrew 10.34.
a treasured soul is stil gathering more to himself in every dispensation, in word spoken, rod laid on, works done for him, the honest heart makes a good use of,
a treasured soul is still gathering more to himself in every Dispensation, in word spoken, rod laid on, works done for him, the honest heart makes a good use of,
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or providence that another cannot, that's worth nothing, we read of Mr. Ignatius Jurdain (that zealous Magistrate in Exeter ) that a formal Man having once preached a Sermon at the Cathedral, about Heaven, the discourse was for the most part frothy,
or providence that Another cannot, that's worth nothing, we read of Mr. Ignatius Jordan (that zealous Magistrate in Exeter) that a formal Man having once preached a Sermon At the Cathedral, about Heaven, the discourse was for the most part frothy,
after Sermon Mr. Manton having occasion to visit Mr. Jurdain, after many good instructions he asked Mr. Manton if he had heard the Sermon that morning, he answered, yes,
After Sermon Mr. Manton having occasion to visit Mr. Jordan, After many good instructions he asked Mr. Manton if he had herd the Sermon that morning, he answered, yes,
and did you not, said he, hear those wonderful things which God hath provided for them that love him? and then readily pickt out all those passages that were any way subservient to use and profit:
and did you not, said he, hear those wondered things which God hath provided for them that love him? and then readily picked out all those passages that were any Way subservient to use and profit:
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though doubtless 〈 ◊ 〉 thers were so also) and what meer Man d• more for God than blessed Paul? who ev•• travelled over so much of the World to prea•• the Gospel,
though doubtless 〈 ◊ 〉 the were so also) and what mere Man d• more for God than blessed Paul? who ev•• traveled over so much of the World to prea•• the Gospel,
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as this unwearied Apostle? hee preacht all along from Jerusalem round about to Illyricum, which is, saith Par•us Sclavonia, in Europe, in a direct line 350 Germane miles: See Hen.
as this unwearied Apostle? he preached all along from Jerusalem round about to Illyricum, which is, Says Par•us Slavonia, in Europe, in a Direct line 350 Germane miles: See Hen.
so that he may be called, as George Eagles, that good Martyr in Queen Maries daies Trudge-over-the World,1 Cor. 15.10. 2 Cor. 11.23. for he laboured more abundantly than all the rest:
so that he may be called, as George Eagles, that good Martyr in Queen Mary's days Trudge-over-the World,1 Cor. 15.10. 2 Cor. 11.23. for he laboured more abundantly than all the rest:
Such God calls out to be as Captains in the Warfare, and leaders in his Field to go before others in the sharpest service and most hazardous undertakings, these he puts to the tryal and brings them off victorious;
Such God calls out to be as Captains in the Warfare, and leaders in his Field to go before Others in the Sharpest service and most hazardous undertakings, these he puts to the trial and brings them off victorious;
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It was a fine speech of Queen Elizabeths, when she was lockt up close in the Tower, desiring God not to suffer her to lay her foundation upon the sands,
It was a fine speech of Queen Elizabeths, when she was locked up close in the Tower, desiring God not to suffer her to lay her Foundation upon the sands,
This earthly Globe, O Lord, is but a Theatre on which thou hast placed us, to get some proof from hence of our sufficiency: Thus proceeds that Peerless Princess:
This earthly Globe, Oh Lord, is but a Theatre on which thou hast placed us, to get Some proof from hence of our sufficiency: Thus proceeds that Peerless Princess:
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an head and heart full of Scripture-truths and saving graces, will be able to vanquish the proud Goliah, or chiefest spiritual Adversary: How did silly women encounter and conquer the Learned Doctors in the Marian dayes? the subtillest Jesuits have been puzzled and non-plust with the solid answers of savoury Christians:
an head and heart full of Scriptural truths and Saving graces, will be able to vanquish the proud Goliath, or chiefest spiritual Adversary: How did silly women encounter and conquer the Learned Doctors in the Marian days? the subtlest Jesuits have been puzzled and nonplussed with the solid answers of savoury Christians:
that precious Promise is sweetly performed to Gods Children, Matth, 10.19, 20, dictating to them what they must speak, the reason there given is, the Spirit of your Father speaketh in you;
that precious Promise is sweetly performed to God's Children, Matthew, 10.19, 20, dictating to them what they must speak, the reason there given is, the Spirit of your Father speaks in you;
yea, so full of matter have the treasured Saints been, that when bodily Organs have ceased, their full hearts have found a miraculous vent. Read the Churches Histories:
yea, so full of matter have the treasured Saints been, that when bodily Organs have ceased, their full hearts have found a miraculous vent. Read the Churches Histories:
So 'tis recorded of Barlaam a Martyr, that having Fire and Frankincense put into his right hand, wherein yet he had some strength, laying him on the Altar, his enemies thinking that he by the heat of the fire would scatter some Incense on the Altar,
So it's recorded of Barlaam a Martyr, that having Fire and Frankincense put into his right hand, wherein yet he had Some strength, laying him on the Altar, his enemies thinking that he by the heat of the fire would scatter Some Incense on the Altar,
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yet the flame eat a•bout his hand, which kept fast closed, he singing, blessed be the Lord my God, which teacheth my hands to war and my fingers to sight, &c:
yet the flame eat a•bout his hand, which kept fast closed, he singing, blessed be the Lord my God, which Teaches my hands to war and my fingers to sighed, etc.:
and amongst sincere Christians none can make God so welcome, or give him better entertainment, than he whose heart is beautified with these blessed Ornaments:
and among sincere Christians none can make God so welcome, or give him better entertainment, than he whose heart is beautified with these blessed Ornament:
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such a soul makes its Saviour a sumptuous Feast, and gives him a chearful invitation: So in Solomons Song, ch. 4.16. saith she, Let my Beloved come into his Garden and eat his pleasant fruits, i. e.
such a soul makes its Saviour a sumptuous Feast, and gives him a cheerful invitation: So in Solomons Song, changed. 4.16. Says she, Let my beloved come into his Garden and eat his pleasant fruits, i. e.
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hee hath provided himself a Sacrifice, a Feast, let the graces of the Spirit delight and solace the heart of the Author, no sooner doth she invite him,
he hath provided himself a Sacrifice, a Feast, let the graces of the Spirit delight and solace the heart of the Author, no sooner does she invite him,
Hee reaps the graces and duties of the sincere soul, with as much delight as the Grape-gatherers or Husband-men reap their fruits in the Vineyard or Field:
He reaps the graces and duties of the sincere soul, with as much delight as the Grape-gatherers or Husbandmen reap their fruits in the Vineyard or Field:
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hee cares not for their thousands of Ram• or ten thousands of Rivers of Oyl; No no, a soul stored with graces is better than an house full of sacrifices;
he Cares not for their thousands of Ram• or ten thousands of rivers of Oil; No not, a soul stored with graces is better than an house full of Sacrifices;
Happy is the soul whom the Lord delights thus to visit, that is thus fitted to entertain the High and lofty One: O that Christians could say as the Church in Song, 7.13. — At our gates are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, O my Beloved;
Happy is the soul whom the Lord delights thus to visit, that is thus fitted to entertain the High and lofty One: Oh that Christians could say as the Church in Song, 7.13. — At our gates Are all manner of pleasant fruits, new and old, which I have laid up for thee, Oh my beloved;
and bring it forth to give him content, this smell of sweet Perfume shall meet him at his entrance, I will entertain the beloved object of my dearest affections at the doors at home, in the fields abroad, I'le bid him welcome upon all occasions, I will walk closely in my Family sighing out blessed Davids Option, O when wilt thou come unto me!
and bring it forth to give him content, this smell of sweet Perfume shall meet him At his Entrance, I will entertain the Beloved Object of my dearest affections At the doors At home, in the fields abroad, I'll bid him welcome upon all occasions, I will walk closely in my Family sighing out blessed Davids Option, Oh when wilt thou come unto me!
I will get upon my knees in my Closet, and there I'le seek, and shall find my Father that seeth in secret; I will go unto his Table and partake of his holy Supper, and while the King sitteth at his Table, my Spikenard sendeth forth the smell thereof;
I will get upon my knees in my Closet, and there I'll seek, and shall find my Father that sees in secret; I will go unto his Table and partake of his holy Supper, and while the King Sitteth At his Table, my Spikenard sends forth the smell thereof;
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None so capable of intimate communion with God as the well-furnisht Christian: ordinarily, hee that hath the greatest treasure hath the sweetest visits:
None so capable of intimate communion with God as the well-furnished Christian: ordinarily, he that hath the greatest treasure hath the Sweetest visits:
the wise-men set us an Example in that welcome they brought to Jesus in his Cradle, Mat. 2.11. they opened their Treasures, and presented to him gifts, gold, frankincense and myrrhe, answerable to his three Offices, of King, Priest and Prophet, no man was to come to the Lord emp•y-handed in the time of the Law:
the Wise men Set us an Exampl in that welcome they brought to jesus in his Cradle, Mathew 2.11. they opened their Treasures, and presented to him Gifts, gold, frankincense and myrrh, answerable to his three Offices, of King, Priest and Prophet, no man was to come to the Lord emp•y-handed in the time of the Law:
though it concern them more, for Gods Children have that to live upon that natural men have not, they have a stock of inward strength that will carry them to the Rock of Ages, a stream of grace in their hearts that will lead them to the Fountain of grace:
though it concern them more, for God's Children have that to live upon that natural men have not, they have a stock of inward strength that will carry them to the Rock of Ages, a stream of grace in their hearts that will led them to the Fountain of grace:
and why may not the treasured soul, whose senses are well exercised by an habit of Scripture-Knowledge and self-conference preach to himself in the want of other Preachers? certainly an able Christian, at full age may digest strong meat though he carve for himself:
and why may not the treasured soul, whose Senses Are well exercised by an habit of Scripture knowledge and self-conference preach to himself in the want of other Preachers? Certainly an able Christian, At full age may digest strong meat though he carve for himself:
and where God withdraws, the want of open Vision is much to be lamented, wee are to be sorrowful for breaking up of solemn Assemblies, and mourn sore when the gate• of Zion mourn: But this I speak,
and where God withdraws, the want of open Vision is much to be lamented, we Are to be sorrowful for breaking up of solemn Assemblies, and mourn soar when the gate• of Zion mourn: But this I speak,
Buchan•• asks the question, What shall they do that want the opportunity of frequenting the publick Ordinances? He Answers, Such must travel abroad, and seek far and near for them,
Buchan•• asks the question, What shall they do that want the opportunity of frequenting the public Ordinances? He Answers, Such must travel abroad, and seek Far and near for them,
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and ignominy, thraldome and liberty, sicknesse and health, success and disappointment, satanical suggestions, violent temptations and victorious Conquests, all work for good:
and ignominy, thraldom and liberty, sickness and health, success and disappointment, satanical suggestions, violent temptations and victorious Conquests, all work for good:
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Yea, some extend this also to corruptions, yet these but accidentally, or being managed by the constant care of a wise, gracious and powerful Phisician;
Yea, Some extend this also to corruptions, yet these but accidentally, or being managed by the constant care of a wise, gracious and powerful physician;
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even so, God can so husband even the breakings in of temptation, and breakings out of corruption as to make it turn to good, being an occasion of deeper humiliation,
even so, God can so husband even the breakings in of temptation, and breakings out of corruption as to make it turn to good, being an occasion of Deeper humiliation,
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and his sins most good, a strange Paradox, but a gracious soul knows what this means, that hath many a time by divine assistance fe•cht heaven out of hell• light out of darknesse, sweet advantages from sad miscarriages:
and his Sins most good, a strange Paradox, but a gracious soul knows what this means, that hath many a time by divine assistance fe•cht heaven out of hell• Light out of darkness, sweet advantages from sad miscarriages:
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Sometimes the Christian can say, I had sinned except I had sinned, the furthest way about hath proved the nearest way home, God hath suffered me to break my bones by falling, that he might set them more strongly:
Sometime the Christian can say, I had sinned except I had sinned, the furthest Way about hath proved the nearest Way home, God hath suffered me to break my bones by falling, that he might Set them more strongly:
But much more all dispensations of Providence, sweet and severe, if it go well with the treasured soul, it is drawn nearer to God by these cords of Love:
But much more all dispensations of Providence, sweet and severe, if it go well with the treasured soul, it is drawn nearer to God by these cords of Love:
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Yet further, this Treasure doth in a sort consecrate all states, so that let a man have more or lesse, he hath a sufficient treasure if he have this treasure within, godlinesse with contentment is not only enough, but gain, yea great gain: it seasons all things:
Yet further, this Treasure does in a sort consecrate all states, so that let a man have more or less, he hath a sufficient treasure if he have this treasure within, godliness with contentment is not only enough, but gain, yea great gain: it seasons all things:
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when Jacob and Esau complemented about the Present, that Jacob sent to pacifie his angry Brother, Esan said, I have enough my Brother, Jacob also said, I have enough, but in the Hebrew Esau said, I have much, and Jacob saith, I have all, or, all things are to me:
when Jacob and Esau Complemented about the Present, that Jacob sent to pacify his angry Brother, Esan said, I have enough my Brother, Jacob also said, I have enough, but in the Hebrew Esau said, I have much, and Jacob Says, I have all, or, all things Are to me:
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as the word of truth testifies, Psalm 37.16. 7. This treasure is safe, its wel lockt up, and cannot be lost: Phil. 1.6. being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you, wil perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:
as the word of truth Testifies, Psalm 37.16. 7. This treasure is safe, its well locked up, and cannot be lost: Philip 1.6. being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you, will perform it until the day of jesus christ:
'tis true, an external profession, and mental accomplishments may be lost, but sincere saving graces shall not be lost, 'tis also true, a saving treasure may be obscured, but cannot be destroyed;
it's true, an external profession, and mental accomplishments may be lost, but sincere Saving graces shall not be lost, it's also true, a Saving treasure may be obscured, but cannot be destroyed;
my God, saith Paul, shal supplie all your need according to his riches in glorie by Christ Jesus, Phil. 4.19. 'tis a mighty ful expression, and refers to all wants, spiritual as wel as corporal:
my God, Says Paul, shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by christ jesus, Philip 4.19. it's a mighty full expression, and refers to all Wants, spiritual as well as corporal:
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neither Men nor Devils can deprive you of it, you may take up blessed Paul 's bold and triumphant challenge, Rom. 8.35. Who shal separate us from the love of Christ? All the powers of darkness cannot loose this knot betwixt a precious Saviour and a gracious soul:
neither Men nor Devils can deprive you of it, you may take up blessed Paul is bold and triumphant challenge, Rom. 8.35. Who shall separate us from the love of christ? All the Powers of darkness cannot lose this knot betwixt a precious Saviour and a gracious soul:
the treasured Christian may stand upon the worlds ruines, and say, I have nothing of all this huge heap to lose, I shall not be a mite poorer for the stupendious conflagration of this goodly Fabrick;
the treasured Christian may stand upon the world's ruins, and say, I have nothing of all this huge heap to loose, I shall not be a mite Poorer for the stupendious conflagration of this goodly Fabric;
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for what I had in hope & expectation, I have now in full injoyment & possession Augustine sweetly discourseth concerning one Paulinus Bishop of Nola, who prayed thus, (having lost a great estate by the invasion of the Barbarians ) Lord, I shall not be troubled for silver or gold,
for what I had in hope & expectation, I have now in full enjoyment & possession Augustine sweetly discourseth Concerning one Paulinus Bishop of Nola, who prayed thus, (having lost a great estate by the invasion of the Barbarians) Lord, I shall not be troubled for silver or gold,
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but saith he, nec prodere nec perdere potuerunt bonum quo•ipsi boni erant; they could neither betray nor lose that good by which they themselves were good;
but Says he, nec prodere nec Perdere potuerunt bonum quo•ipsi boni Erant; they could neither betray nor loose that good by which they themselves were good;
Oh sirs, what would you give to have your estates secured in a losing, plundering, desolating day? here is an insuring office, the God of Heaven wil secure the wel-laden Ship, that it shal come safe to shore:
O Sirs, what would you give to have your estates secured in a losing, plundering, desolating day? Here is an insuring office, the God of Heaven will secure the wel-laden Ship, that it shall come safe to shore:
certainly this is a rich priviledge in a day when we can be sure of nothing, that, that only that can make us happy, that and nothing else can be made sure.
Certainly this is a rich privilege in a day when we can be sure of nothing, that, that only that can make us happy, that and nothing Else can be made sure.
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sometimes God with draws the light of his countenance, and leaves the soul in darkness and desertion, he often suspends that act of the spirit, which may evidence the souls interest and sincerity;
sometime God with draws the Light of his countenance, and leaves the soul in darkness and desertion, he often suspends that act of the Spirit, which may evidence the Souls Interest and sincerity;
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or by entertaining some beloved lust, or by the prevalency of melancholy, or impotency of natural parts, this treasure may be hid from the eyes of the believer himself;
or by entertaining Some Beloved lust, or by the prevalency of melancholy, or impotency of natural parts, this treasure may be hid from the eyes of the believer himself;
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when the glorious Sun of righteousness shal reflect beauty upon these hidden graces, and draw them forth into lively fruits of Gospel-Obedience, wherby the Saint shal live again,
when the glorious Sun of righteousness shall reflect beauty upon these hidden graces, and draw them forth into lively fruits of Gospel obedience, whereby the Saint shall live again,
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faith is a venture, and you must venture your all in this bottom use Gods appointed means for obtaining comfort, improve free grace, study the promises, awake your graces, recollect experiences, renew your repentance, walk close with God, be importunate at the throne of grace,
faith is a venture, and you must venture your all in this bottom use God's appointed means for obtaining Comfort, improve free grace, study the promises, awake your graces, recollect experiences, renew your Repentance, walk close with God, be importunate At the throne of grace,
if gracious treasures be laid up in the temple of your souls, glorious things are laid up in the new Jerusalem for you, such things as eye hath not seen,
if gracious treasures be laid up in the temple of your Souls, glorious things Are laid up in the new Jerusalem for you, such things as eye hath not seen,
and heir of a Kingdome, yea, of the Kingdome: thou mayst both sigh and smile at the mad and frantick World, that weary themselves for very vanity, that torment themselves in caring and toiling for an earthly Treasure;
and heir of a Kingdom, yea, of the Kingdom: thou Mayest both sighs and smile At the mad and frantic World, that weary themselves for very vanity, that torment themselves in caring and toiling for an earthly Treasure;
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And let this excite all persons to hoard up a treasure in their hearts and in Heaven, which neither moth nor rust can corrupt, Mat. 6.20. nor Thiefe break through and steal it:
And let this excite all Persons to hoard up a treasure in their hearts and in Heaven, which neither moth nor rust can corrupt, Mathew 6.20. nor Thief break through and steal it:
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Alas, poor creatures, if you get a treasure in the world, what will you do for a treasure when you must be gone hence? your earthly treasures will not purchase eternal happinesse, you cannot alwayes live here ▪ therefore lay up in store for your selves a good foundation against the time to come, that you may lay hold of eternal life, 1 Tim. 6.19. Make Friends of the mammon of unrighteousness, that when these fail, you may be received into everlasting Habitations, Luke 16.9.
Alas, poor creatures, if you get a treasure in the world, what will you do for a treasure when you must be gone hence? your earthly treasures will not purchase Eternal happiness, you cannot always live Here ▪ Therefore lay up in store for your selves a good Foundation against the time to come, that you may lay hold of Eternal life, 1 Tim. 6.19. Make Friends of the mammon of unrighteousness, that when these fail, you may be received into everlasting Habitations, Lycia 16.9.
Blessed is that soul that is found with these treasures in his heart, a Crown of Righteousness is laid up for those in whose hearts is found the work of Righteousnesse,
Blessed is that soul that is found with these treasures in his heart, a Crown of Righteousness is laid up for those in whose hearts is found the work of Righteousness,
Yea, such is the vast and infinite Ocean of glory that they shal enter into their Masters joy, not it into them (though they shall be as full of it as their hearts can hold):
Yea, such is the vast and infinite Ocean of glory that they shall enter into their Masters joy, not it into them (though they shall be as full of it as their hearts can hold):
and the affections of Ravishment and satisfaction, when we awake we shall be satisfied with his Image, Psalm 17.15. nor shal there be any envying one anothers happines, (though one star differ from another in glory) but every one shal bear his part in the lower or higher praises of God, (as one saith) with an harmonious variety in perfect symphonie:
and the affections of Ravishment and satisfaction, when we awake we shall be satisfied with his Image, Psalm 17.15. nor shall there be any envying one another's happiness, (though one star differ from Another in glory) but every one shall bear his part in the lower or higher praises of God, (as one Says) with an harmonious variety in perfect symphony:
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though that weight shall bee their delight, nothing is heavy in its proper Element, and Heaven is the proper Element of the spirits of just men made perfect, Hence 'tis said, the four beasts (i.e.) the community of the faithful) rest not day nor night, praising God, Rev. 4.8. yet their work is their rest, only some have an Instrument of six, some of eight, others sing praise to God upon an Instrument of ten strings, having more enlarged faculties fitted to that Angelical duty:
though that weight shall be their delight, nothing is heavy in its proper Element, and Heaven is the proper Element of the spirits of just men made perfect, Hence it's said, the four beasts (i.e.) the community of the faithful) rest not day nor night, praising God, Rev. 4.8. yet their work is their rest, only Some have an Instrument of six, Some of eight, Others sing praise to God upon an Instrument of ten strings, having more enlarged faculties fitted to that Angelical duty:
it may seem that as there is degrees of torments in hell (for it will be more tollerable for some than for others) so there wil be degrees of happiness in Heaven, by the rule of contraries:
it may seem that as there is Degrees of torments in hell (for it will be more tolerable for Some than for Others) so there will be Degrees of happiness in Heaven, by the Rule of contraries:
for, saith Beza, that Scripture of sowing and reaping sparingly, and liberally, in 2 Cor. 9.6. refers not only to charity and temporal advantages, but piety and eternal incomes:
for, Says Beza, that Scripture of sowing and reaping sparingly, and liberally, in 2 Cor. 9.6. refers not only to charity and temporal advantages, but piety and Eternal incomes:
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and the Parable of the Talents, whose reward was proportionable to their improvement, Luke 19.16, 17, 18. 'Tis true, parabolical Divinity is not argumentative,
and the Parable of the Talents, whose reward was proportionable to their improvement, Lycia 19.16, 17, 18. It's true, parabolical Divinity is not argumentative,
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Let proud Papists say, they will not have Heaven gratìs, let the real Saint look upon Gospel-blessings as fruits of Free-grace, and the City above as built all of this Free-stone,
Let proud Papists say, they will not have Heaven gratìs, let the real Saint look upon Gospel-blessings as fruits of Free grace, and the city above as built all of this Freestone,
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Now these great things are Riddles and Mysteries to us, because we look but through a glasse darkly, we have but faint Emblems and poor glympses of that glory which shal be revealed,
Now these great things Are Riddles and Mysteres to us, Because we look but through a glass darkly, we have but faint Emblems and poor glimpses of that glory which shall be revealed,
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CHAP. XXII. Some Objections answered, and the Exhortation urged. BUt here come in many doubting souls with their several sad complaints and selfpuzzling Objections.
CHAP. XXII. some Objections answered, and the Exhortation urged. BUt Here come in many doubting Souls with their several sad complaints and selfpuzzling Objections.
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yet professeth that hee was more bruitish than any man: nay, he saith, he had not the understanding of a man, Pro. 30.2. 'Tis an hopeful sign to hear Christians bewail their ignorance, but it doth not become any man to brag of his Knowledge:
yet Professes that he was more brutish than any man: nay, he Says, he had not the understanding of a man, Pro 30.2. It's an hopeful Signen to hear Christians bewail their ignorance, but it does not become any man to brag of his Knowledge:
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do you value the truth so, as to buy the truth at any rate, and to sell it at no rate? nay, are you not willing to part with your lives rather than truth? Hath not truth had efficacy in your hearts, authority over your consciences,
do you valve the truth so, as to buy the truth At any rate, and to fell it At no rate? nay, Are you not willing to part with your lives rather than truth? Hath not truth had efficacy in your hearts, Authority over your Consciences,
I speak not this to sooth up any in ignorance, or to patronize negligence, but to quiet the poor doubting disconsolate conscience, that's affected with a sense of its ignorance.
I speak not this to sooth up any in ignorance, or to patronise negligence, but to quiet the poor doubting disconsolate conscience, that's affected with a sense of its ignorance.
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the Lord knows, my heart is even stuffed full of corruption, there is such a huge fardel on my back, such a monstrous body of death, that I much fear whether I have any grace at all in my heart or no, my sin bears me down like a violent torrent, lust is predominant,
the Lord knows, my heart is even stuffed full of corruption, there is such a huge Firkin on my back, such a monstrous body of death, that I much Fear whither I have any grace At all in my heart or no, my since bears me down like a violent torrent, lust is predominant,
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I answer, I am glad to hear these Complaints from thee, it is no new thing for a Paul to cry out of a body of death: living men feel the weight of a burden,
I answer, I am glad to hear these Complaints from thee, it is no new thing for a Paul to cry out of a body of death: living men feel the weight of a burden,
surely if I had had any grace I should have had peace, but I have been long under sadness and in many disconsolate fears, I fear I have no treasure of grace.
surely if I had had any grace I should have had peace, but I have been long under sadness and in many disconsolate fears, I Fear I have no treasure of grace.
Answ. Grace and Peace are not inseparable, they may be dis-joined, as Scripture and Experience testifie, many a gracious soul hath been in deep sorrows, a soul may have a Hell within it,
Answer Grace and Peace Are not inseparable, they may be disjoined, as Scripture and Experience testify, many a gracious soul hath been in deep sorrows, a soul may have a Hell within it,
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but I have cause to cal all into question, I have been so barren and unprofitable under meanes of grace, ordinances and providences, I may crie out my leanness, my leanness, woe unto me,
but I have cause to call all into question, I have been so barren and unprofitable under means of grace, ordinances and providences, I may cry out my leanness, my leanness, woe unto me,
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wel then, thou hast attained to the main proficiencie, bless God for that, and for a progress in grace, examine thy self a little more strictlie, is not Jesus Christ more endeared to thee? do not the things of God relish better with thee? dost thou not more scorn the World,
well then, thou hast attained to the main proficiency, bless God for that, and for a progress in grace, examine thy self a little more strictly, is not jesus christ more endeared to thee? do not the things of God relish better with thee? dost thou not more scorn the World,
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and all preferments that it offers to thee? is not thy prevailing purpose to cleave to God, notwithstanding oppositions, more fixed and setled in thy heart, upon long experience of the waies of God? dost thou not every day see more demonstrative reasons to confirm thee in thy choice of this better part? and let me ask thee,
and all preferments that it offers to thee? is not thy prevailing purpose to cleave to God, notwithstanding oppositions, more fixed and settled in thy heart, upon long experience of the ways of God? dost thou not every day see more demonstrative Reasons to confirm thee in thy choice of this better part? and let me ask thee,
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whether thou hast not grown downwards in humilitie, self-denial, hatred of sin, love to the Saints? though thou canst not say thou hast grown upwards in joy, faith, heavenly-mindedness,
whither thou hast not grown downwards in humility, self-denial, hatred of since, love to the Saints? though thou Canst not say thou hast grown upward in joy, faith, Heavenly-mindedness,
you wil have cause to complain of defects and imperfections, which in your perfect Saviours compleat righteousness, your God wil graciouslie cover and cure.
you will have cause to complain of defects and imperfections, which in your perfect Saviors complete righteousness, your God will graciously cover and cure.
but what others (under the same enjoyments) have arrived to, I am out-stripped by such as set out long after me, they that were converted some years after me have attained to more treasures of gifts, graces,
but what Others (under the same enjoyments) have arrived to, I am outstripped by such as Set out long After me, they that were converted Some Years After me have attained to more treasures of Gifts, graces,
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I answer, thou hast cause to lament thy non-proficiencie, and bewaile that thou hast not kept pace with others, there should be an holie emulation amongst Christians,
I answer, thou hast cause to lament thy nonproficiency, and bewail that thou hast not kept pace with Others, there should be an holy emulation among Christians,
and all they have little enough, they may have such corruptions, temptations, afflictions, desertions, as may exhaust a great treasure, possiblie they put the best side out,
and all they have little enough, they may have such corruptions, temptations, afflictions, desertions, as may exhaust a great treasure, possibly they put the best side out,
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and you see the bright side, and not the black side of the Cloud; you hear their prayers, discourses, exercises amongst others, but you know not the dolorous griefs,
and you see the bright side, and not the black side of the Cloud; you hear their Prayers, discourses, exercises among Others, but you know not the dolorous griefs,
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could you lay your eares to their Closets, you would over-hear their sad sighs for their fulness of sin, emptiness of grace, and naughty frame of heart;
could you lay your ears to their Closets, you would overhear their sad sighs for their fullness of since, emptiness of grace, and naughty frame of heart;
you should take in all before you judge your selves by others, and indeed no Man is a competent judge of anothers frame of spirit, you may even fall below hypocrites themselves in seeming inlargements.
you should take in all before you judge your selves by Others, and indeed no Man is a competent judge of another's frame of Spirit, you may even fallen below Hypocrites themselves in seeming enlargements.
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6. Yea, saith the soul, but I fall below others in real usefulness, if there were a treasure within, me thinks it would appear more to the glory of God and good of others,
6. Yea, Says the soul, but I fallen below Others in real usefulness, if there were a treasure within, me thinks it would appear more to the glory of God and good of Others,
the body of Christ hath need of thee, nay, there's not the choicest members that can say to the meanest in the Church, I have no need of thee, Paul, though a great Apostle, stood in need of the prayers of the meanest Christian:
the body of christ hath need of thee, nay, there's not the Choicest members that can say to the Meanest in the Church, I have no need of thee, Paul, though a great Apostle, stood in need of the Prayers of the Meanest Christian:
and pick up his scattered crumbs: when a covetous Man hath wasted any thing; or mist a good bargain, he wil seek to make amends, by future diligence:
and pick up his scattered crumbs: when a covetous Man hath wasted any thing; or missed a good bargain, he will seek to make amends, by future diligence:
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Hast thou not found it thus? poor soul, hast thou not been a gainer by thy losses? have not these spiritual Egyptians (of raging corruptions) paid tribute to thy soul, to increase thy spiritual stock? have not these Gibeonites been hewers of Wood,
Hast thou not found it thus? poor soul, hast thou not been a gainer by thy losses? have not these spiritual egyptians (of raging corruptions) paid tribute to thy soul, to increase thy spiritual stock? have not these Gibeonites been hewers of Wood,
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the Canaanites were to be to Israel, as pricks in their eyes, and thorns in their sides, just so are sins to the Saints, these pricks in their eyes, make them •eep more for sin,
the Canaanites were to be to Israel, as pricks in their eyes, and thorns in their sides, just so Are Sins to the Saints, these pricks in their eyes, make them •eep more for since,
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there are different sorts of Christians, some are solid, sober, and more setled in their motion, that keep on a good, eaven pace in •e ways of God, others are more uncertain, sometimes push forwards,
there Are different sorts of Christians, Some Are solid, Sobrium, and more settled in their motion, that keep on a good, eaven pace in •e ways of God, Others Are more uncertain, sometime push forward,
I shal now conclude all with a brief and serious exhortation, and oh that I could perswade and prevaile with all to look after their share in the treasure,
I shall now conclude all with a brief and serious exhortation, and o that I could persuade and prevail with all to look After their share in the treasure,
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I beseech you, let reason be heard, argue rationally, and let your souls be working in such thoughts as these, God hath cast my lot to be in a mean estate,
I beseech you, let reason be herd, argue rationally, and let your Souls be working in such thoughts as these, God hath cast my lot to be in a mean estate,
but I see it wil not do, Times are hard, Trading dead, I despair of growing rich, the world is like a shadow, the more I pursue it, the further it flees from me,
but I see it will not do, Times Are hard, Trading dead, I despair of growing rich, the world is like a shadow, the more I pursue it, the further it flees from me,
and in the mean time have I neglected my immortal soul, and getting a treasure in it to make it rich and happy? These spiritual goods are the best that can be got,
and in the mean time have I neglected my immortal soul, and getting a treasure in it to make it rich and happy? These spiritual goods Are the best that can be god,
and be in greater torment hereafter, oh why should I be such a perfect beggar? doubly poor, of a poor estate and of a poor low degenerate spirit? Oh rather let me be poor in spirit that I may be an Heir of a Kingdom, a better than this Dung-hil world can afford.
and be in greater torment hereafter, o why should I be such a perfect beggar? doubly poor, of a poor estate and of a poor low degenerate Spirit? O rather let me be poor in Spirit that I may be an Heir of a Kingdom, a better than this Dunghill world can afford.
If I want bread for my body, Lord evermore give me the bread of Life for my poor soul, the garments of Christs Righteousnesse to cover my nakedness, Fine gold that I may be rich,
If I want bred for my body, Lord evermore give me the bred of Life for my poor soul, the garments of Christ Righteousness to cover my nakedness, Fine gold that I may be rich,
Let rich men also look after a treasure above, I know its a hard thing to perswade such as have treasures on earth, to look after treasures of Heaven, and in Heaven:
Let rich men also look After a treasure above, I know its a hard thing to persuade such as have treasures on earth, to look After treasures of Heaven, and in Heaven:
or the awakening convictions of Gods Spirit by some heart-shaking Boanerges, they go home and thus bespeak themselves, what need I regard the vain calumnies of the sons of Belial, or the furious invectives of these bawling Priests, I've need of none,
or the awakening convictions of God's Spirit by Some heart-shaking Boanerges, they go home and thus bespeak themselves, what need I regard the vain calumnies of the Sons of Belial, or the furious invectives of these bawling Priests, I've need of none,
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but they shall be found to be vain another day, when you lie upon a death-bed, ready to breath out your despairing souls, what will money do in the Chest without grace in the Heart? what art thou better for hundreds and thousands a year? what art thou the better for the honourable or worshipful titles of Lord, Knight, Esquire or Gentleman? I have heard of a Person of quality that cryed out upon his sick-bed, ten thousand pounds for a good conscience, but alas, pardon and Heaven cannot be bought with money, purity and peace of conscience are at a higher rate, they cost the precious blood of Jesus Christ,
but they shall be found to be vain Another day, when you lie upon a deathbed, ready to breath out your despairing Souls, what will money do in the Chest without grace in the Heart? what art thou better for hundreds and thousands a year? what art thou the better for the honourable or worshipful titles of Lord, Knight, Esquire or Gentleman? I have herd of a Person of quality that cried out upon his sickbed, ten thousand pounds for a good conscience, but alas, pardon and Heaven cannot be bought with money, purity and peace of conscience Are At a higher rate, they cost the precious blood of jesus christ,
or fruitfull Fields, what are these to the immortal soul, that is of a spiritual nature? No no, Riches profit not in a day of wrath, you cannot stop the mouth of conscience in the pangs of death with a little worldly trash:
or fruitful Fields, what Are these to the immortal soul, that is of a spiritual nature? No no, Riches profit not in a day of wrath, you cannot stop the Mouth of conscience in the pangs of death with a little worldly trash:
He that spent his strength and time to compasse his worldly ends, shal have nothing but his labour for his pains in the upshot, what hath he gained, (let him brag of his bargain) when God taketh away his soul? Nay, this very treasure that he hath heaped up shal rise up in judgment against him, so Heinsius reads, James 5.3. as though their Gold and Silver should become a treasure of tormenting fire to the rich and wretched Misers:
He that spent his strength and time to compass his worldly ends, shall have nothing but his labour for his pains in the upshot, what hath he gained, (let him brag of his bargain) when God Takes away his soul? Nay, this very treasure that he hath heaped up shall rise up in judgement against him, so Heinsius reads, James 5.3. as though their Gold and Silver should become a treasure of tormenting fire to the rich and wretched Misers:
certainly this world which hath bewitched sensual souls shal be burnt with fire, and how just is it, that where men have acted their pleasant Comedy, they should suffer this last and everlasting Tragedy? Oh Sirs, think of this betimes, do but in cold blood consider whether your great Estates will skreen betwixt Gods flaming wrath and your sinning souls another day:
Certainly this world which hath bewitched sensual Souls shall be burned with fire, and how just is it, that where men have acted their pleasant Comedy, they should suffer this last and everlasting Tragedy? O Sirs, think of this betimes, do but in cold blood Consider whither your great Estates will skreen betwixt God's flaming wrath and your sinning Souls Another day:
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whether you would hear that sad word, Wo unto you that are rich for ye have received your consolation, or, come my Friends, enter into your Masters joy:
whither you would hear that sad word, Woe unto you that Are rich for you have received your consolation, or, come my Friends, enter into your Masters joy:
Here I might admonish all Ages and Sexes to get their hearts full of this treasure, you young men begin the world with this stock, this alone wil fit you for all callings, places, Relations and Conditions;
Here I might admonish all Ages and Sexes to get their hearts full of this treasure, you young men begin the world with this stock, this alone will fit you for all callings, places, Relations and Conditions;
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you are entring the world, and you know not what you may passe through betwixt this and the Grave, without this treasure you are fit for nothing, this wil fit you for any thing:
you Are entering the world, and you know not what you may pass through betwixt this and the Grave, without this treasure you Are fit for nothing, this will fit you for any thing:
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why here's work for you, be hoarding up in your hearts divine Truths, Graces, Comforts, and Experiences, in malice be you children, but in understanding be ye men;
why here's work for you, be hoarding up in your hearts divine Truths, Graces, Comforts, and Experiences, in malice be you children, but in understanding be you men;
Give me leave to admonish old men, and Fathers, to labour to know him that is from the beginning, you delight much in Antiquity, here's an object for you to contemplate,
Give me leave to admonish old men, and Father's, to labour to know him that is from the beginning, you delight much in Antiquity, here's an Object for you to contemplate,
or unclean, 'tis a prodigious sight, such are worse because they should be better, every gray hair which should be a crown of glory, is a testimony of sloth, and monitor of approaching wrath:
or unclean, it's a prodigious sighed, such Are Worse Because they should be better, every grey hair which should be a crown of glory, is a testimony of sloth, and monitor of approaching wrath:
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O get it furnished for contemplation, bring some work to this Mil-stone, else as Luther saith, it will grinde it self thinner, or as a Lamp that's soon extinct without a fresh supply of Oile:
Oh get it furnished for contemplation, bring Some work to this Millstone, Else as Luther Says, it will grind it self thinner, or as a Lamp that's soon extinct without a fresh supply of Oil:
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though you should swim through a Sea of sorrows, yet before you keep fast the Lords depositum, make not shipwrack of Faith and a good Conscience, let neither the treasures nor pleasures of the world rob or cousen you of this glorious treasure;
though you should swim through a Sea of sorrows, yet before you keep fast the lords depositum, make not shipwreck of Faith and a good Conscience, let neither the treasures nor pleasures of the world rob or Cousin you of this glorious treasure;
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and being left alone a beautiful Harlot came to him, and embracing him wantonly, sollicited him to lust, he resolutely opposed, at last for very vexation,
and being left alone a beautiful Harlot Come to him, and embracing him wantonly, solicited him to lust, he resolutely opposed, At last for very vexation,
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go you and do likewise, say as Job, Chap. 27.5, 6. Till I dye, I will not remove my integrity from me, my righteousnesse I hold fast and will not let it go;
go you and doe likewise, say as Job, Chap. 27.5, 6. Till I die, I will not remove my integrity from me, my righteousness I hold fast and will not let it go;
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Live upon your stock, make use of it upon all occasions, draw forth the seeds of grace, bring forth much fruits, improve your treasure for maintaining constant intercourse with God;
Live upon your stock, make use of it upon all occasions, draw forth the seeds of grace, bring forth much fruits, improve your treasure for maintaining constant intercourse with God;
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Josephus tels us that there was a tumult raised among the Jews, because their holy treasure was wasted upon a Conduit, reaching the space of 300. furlongs,
Josephus tells us that there was a tumult raised among the jews, Because their holy treasure was wasted upon a Conduit, reaching the Molle of 300. furlongs,
be holy in all your conceptions, and in all manner of conversation, learn that blessed round, that En•ch took of walking with God, solace your souls in him, scorn any thing that the World can offer,
be holy in all your conceptions, and in all manner of Conversation, Learn that blessed round, that En•ch took of walking with God, solace your Souls in him, scorn any thing that the World can offer,
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for the loss of communion with God, make such a challenge, as Saul did in another case, can the Son of Jesse give you fields and Vineyards? — so can the World give me pardon of sin, peace of conscience, grace here,
for the loss of communion with God, make such a challenge, as Saul did in Another case, can the Son of Jesse give you fields and Vineyards? — so can the World give me pardon of since, peace of conscience, grace Here,
Do not delight in the Creature, lest it abate your content in God, be not afraid of afflictions that accompany godliness, you may get a larger increase of your treasure by trouble,
Do not delight in the Creature, lest it abate your content in God, be not afraid of afflictions that accompany godliness, you may get a larger increase of your treasure by trouble,
as the Lord gives opportunity, raise up your hearts heavenwards, improve solitariness, do all the good you can in your places, sanctifie the name of God in all things you do or receive, watch over your own spirits, be faithful unto death,
as the Lord gives opportunity, raise up your hearts heavenwards, improve solitariness, do all the good you can in your places, sanctify the name of God in all things you do or receive, watch over your own spirits, be faithful unto death,
I shal conclude all with an elegant exhortation of Cyprian: thou only whom the heavenly warfare hath sealed up in these spiritual Tents, keep incorrupt, keep sober this blessed Discipline with religious vertues, be thou diligent either in praying or reading, sometimes speak thou to God, sometimes hear God speak to thee, let him instruct thee, dispose of thee by his precepts, whom he hath made rich, let no Man make poor, thou canst not now be subject to any penury,
I shall conclude all with an elegant exhortation of Cyprian: thou only whom the heavenly warfare hath sealed up in these spiritual Tents, keep incorrupt, keep Sobrium this blessed Discipline with religious Virtues, be thou diligent either in praying or reading, sometime speak thou to God, sometime hear God speak to thee, let him instruct thee, dispose of thee by his Precepts, whom he hath made rich, let no Man make poor, thou Canst not now be Subject to any penury,
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Gen. 2.14 Euphrates sie dict. ab NONLATINALPHABET 〈 ◊ 〉. lastifi•andopropterea quod cireu•jacentem a. g•latum redilat, ut sequente Anno sponre •resear.
Gen. 2.14 Euphrates sie dict. ab 〈 ◊ 〉. lastifi•andopropterea quod cireu•jacentem a. g•latum redilat, ut sequente Anno sponre •resear.
* Manet enim dissimilitudo passorum in similitudine passionum, & licet sub •odem to mento, non est idem virtus & vitium, nam sicut sub uno igne, aurum rutilat, palea fumat, & sub eadem tribuld stipulae cemminuuntur, frumenta purgantur, nec ideo cum olco, amurca confunditur, quia eadem praelii pondere ita una eadem• vis, irruens bones probat, purificat, eliquat; Malos damnat, vastat, exterminat. unde in eâdem afflictione mali Deum derestantur, atque blasphemant; boni autem precantur, & laudant: tantum interest. Non qualia sed qualis quis• patiatur: Nam pari motu exagitatum &, exhalat horribiliter coenum, & suaviter fragrat unguentum — August. De. civit. Dei. lib. 1. cap. 8 p. [ mihi ] 16.
* Manet enim dissimilitudo passorum in Similitude passionum, & licet sub •odem to mento, non est idem virtus & Vitium, nam sicut sub Uno Ignite, aurum rutilat, palea fumat, & sub Same tribuld stipulae cemminuuntur, frumenta purgantur, nec ideo cum olco, amurca confunditur, quia Same praelii ponder ita una eadem• vis, irruens bones Probat, purificat, eliquat; Malos damnat, vastat, exterminate. unde in eâdem affliction mali God derestantur, atque blasphemant; boni autem precantur, & laudant: Tantum Interest. Non Galatia sed qualis quis• patiatur: Nam Pair motu exagitatum &, exhalate horribiliter Coenum, & Suaviter fragrat Unguentum — August. De. Civit. Dei. lib. 1. cap. 8 p. [ mihi ] 16.
Simplex Sensus esse videtur, quascun• in •os gratias cumulat deus peraeij, ex hoc fonte manare: rectè ergo sentiunt qui nos irrigari dicunt essusis in Christū grat•is. Calv. in Loc.
Simplex Sensus esse videtur, quascun• in •os gratias cumulat deus peraeij, ex hoc Fonte manare: rectè ergo sentiunt qui nos irrigari dicunt essusis in Christū grat•is. Calvin in Loc.
* Et Deum ipsum verum recte dicimus divitem, non tamen pecunia, sed omnipotentia: dicuntur pauperes pecunia carentes, sed interius divites si sapientes: Aug. de civit: Dei l. 7. c. 12. p. 395.
* Et God ipsum verum recte dicimus divitem, non tamen Pecunia, sed Omnipotentia: dicuntur Paupers Pecunia carentes, sed Interius divites si Wise: Aug. de Civit: Dei l. 7. c. 12. p. 395.
Vid. Suff. Brit. de quin. Artic. thes. 6. p. 189. In Sanctorum cordibus secundum quasdam virtutes semper manet Spiritus: Secundum quasdam recessurus venit, & •••turus recedit, in his virtutibus, sine quibus ad vitam non pervenitur in elcolorum suorum cordibus permane• Gr. g. Moral.
Vid. Suff. Brit. de quin. Artic. these. 6. p. 189. In Sanctorum cordibus secundum quasdam Virtues semper manet Spiritus: Secundum quasdam recessurus venit, & •••turus recedit, in his virtutibus, sine quibus ad vitam non pervenitur in elcolorum suorum cordibus permane• Great g. Moral.
See M. Perk Exposi. on Creed, fol. 162. Adamus fuit humanae naturae non modo progenitor, s•d radix, ideo millius corruptione merito, vitiatum fuit hominum genus: Calvin, ubi supra. Conferas hac de re Baron. de orig. Anim. Excer. •a Art. 6,7,8. pag. 91. ad p. 104.
See M. Perk Exposi. on Creed, fol. 162. Adamus fuit humanae naturae non modo progenitor, s•d radix, ideo millius corruption merito, vitiatum fuit hominum genus: calvin, ubi supra. Conferas hac de re Baron. de Origin. Anim. Excer. •a Art. 6,7,8. page. 91. ad p. 104.
P•o•avit NONLATINALPHABET exploravit, tentavit NONLATINALPHABET sig•• agnoscere conslavit NONLATINALPHABET def••avit, M•t•pr••avit •de Sa••••a, civ•t•s •et••l•ca, nomen habet ab officinis quibus metalla ex•oquuntur.
P•o•avit exploravit, tentavit sig•• agnoscere conslavit def••avit, M•t•pr••avit •de Sa••••a, civ•t•s •et••l•ca, Nome habet ab officinis quibus Metals ex•oquuntur.
Isa 2•. 6 Pro 9.1.2. Cant. 5.1, 2. The Po•ch of the Temple was open and without doores on all sides, on which it was not annexed to the body of the Temple-to she• the open-heartedness of Gods Grace under the Gospel. See Mr. Lee on Sal. Temp. •a• 9 f•l 21•.
Isaiah 2•. 6 Pro 9.1.2. Cant 5.1, 2. The Po•ch of the Temple was open and without doors on all sides, on which it was not annexed to the body of the Temple-to she• the openheartedness of God's Grace under the Gospel. See Mr. Lee on Sal. Temp. •a• 9 f•l 21•.
Isai. 6. i. Heb. 3.6. 1 Cor. 6. •9. Verum Christi ••mplum anima credentis est, illam exor••, illam vesti, illi os••r don•ric, in• illa Christum susei••. Hi••om. a• pauli•. Tom. 1. Pag. 105.
Isaiah 6. i. Hebrew 3.6. 1 Cor. 6. •9. Verum Christ ••mplum anima Credentis est, Illam exor••, Illam vesti, illi os••r don•ric, in• illa Christ susei••. Hi••om. a• pauli•. Tom. 1. Page 105.
See this Subject handled in M. Williams transcend. of Christ's love, on Eph. 3.19. p. 73. to p. 145. Plusquam tua, plusquam tu•s, plusquam te: vid. ibid p. 114. very fully: Morn. lect. Serm. 9. p. 186. Dr. Rein. on Psal. 110. Pinks trial.
See this Subject handled in M. Williams transcend. of Christ's love, on Ephesians 3.19. p. 73. to p. 145. Plusquam tua, plusquam tu•s, plusquam te: vid. Ibid p. 114. very Fully: Morn. Lecture. Sermon 9. p. 186. Dr. Rein. on Psalm 110. Pinks trial.
— Ac n• Eloquium nostrum arbiter profanus impediat, aut clamor intemperans familiae strepent is obtundat, petamus hanc sedem: dant secessum vicina secreta, ubi dum erratici palmitum lapsus nexibus pendulis per arundines bajulas repunt, viteam porticum frondea tecta fecerunt: — Et paulo post — Accipe quod sentitur autequam discitur, nec per moras temporum long â agnitione colligitur, sed compendio gratiae maturantis hauritur, & lege totam, Epist. lib, 2. ep. 2. ad Donat, pag. (mihi) 105.106.
— Ac n• Eloquium nostrum arbiter profanus impediat, Or clamor Intemperate Familiae strepent is obtundat, petamus hanc sedem: daunt secessum Vicinity secreta, ubi dum erratici palmitum lapsus nexibus pendulis per arundines bajulas repunt, viteam porticum frondea Tecta fecerunt: — Et Paul post — Receive quod sentitur autequam discitur, nec per moras Temporum long â agnitione colligitur, sed Compendium Gratiae maturantis hauritur, & lege Whole, Epistle lib, 2. Epistle. 2. ad Donat, page. (mihi) 105.106.
Hugo de Sacramentis lib. 1. cap. 3.4. Si•ergo vasa sunt spiritualis gratiae Sacramenta, non ex suo sanant, quia vasa aegrotum non curant, sed medicina.
Hugo de Sacramentis lib. 1. cap. 3.4. Si•ergo vasa sunt spiritualis Gratiae Sacraments, non ex Sue sanant, quia vasa aegrotum non Curant, sed medicina.
Primo idoneus esse non potest ad martyrium, qui ab Ecclesia non armatur ad praelium: et mens deficit, quam, non accepta Eucharistia erigit, et accendit: Cyp. Epist. act Cornel. lib. 1. Epis. 2. P. 41.
Primo Idoneus esse non potest ad martyrium, qui ab Ecclesia non armatur ad Praelium: et Mens deficit, quam, non accepta Eucharistia erigit, et accendit: Cyprus Epistle act Cornelius. lib. 1. Ethics 2. P. 41.
Quamvis enim non sit nota simpliciter essentialis & reciproca, scil. ecclesiae (sicut neque reliquae duae, i.e. verbum & Sacramenta) ad completum tamen ecclesiae statum necessario debet edesse: Ames Medul. lib. 1. cap. 37.
Quamvis enim non sit nota simpliciter essentialis & reciproca, scil. ecclesiae (sicut neque reliquae duae, i.e. verbum & Sacraments) ad completum tamen ecclesiae Statum Necessarily debet edesse: Ames Medul. lib. 1. cap. 37.
Quicun { que } ad h•nc scopum non dirigunt studia sua, fieri potest ut multum su•n• a• laborent, sed nihil quam vagantur per ambages nullo profectu. Calv. in loc. Col. 1.10.
Quicun { que } ad h•nc scopum non dirigunt Studia sua, fieri potest ut multum su•n• a• laborent, sed nihil quam vagantur per ambages nullo profectu. Calvin in loc. Col. 1.10.
Rom. 6.21 Job 20.12 13, 14. Deut. 32.33. NONLATINALPHABET Et caput, per metonym. Venenum, quod capiti aut dentibus serpentis vel aspidis inest; venenum capitale et mortiferum
Rom. 6.21 Job 20.12 13, 14. Deuteronomy 32.33. Et caput, per metonymy. Venenum, quod Capiti Or dentibus serpentis vel Aspidis Inset; venenum capital et Deadly
Nos nihil sumus, Christus solus est omnia, qui si avertat faciem suam nos perimus & Satanas triumphat, etiamsi aut Petri aut Pauli simus: sicut deo sacrificium est spiritus contribulatus, ita haud dubiè Diaboli sacrificium spiritus praefractus & securus: Luth. Tom. 1. Lat. fol. 522.
Nos nihil sumus, Christus solus est omnia, qui si Avert Face suam nos perimus & Satanas Triumphant, Even if Or Petri Or Pauli Simus: sicut God Sacrificium est spiritus contribulatus, ita haud dubiè Diaboli Sacrificium spiritus praefractus & Secure: Luth. Tom. 1. Lat. fol. 522.
Jer. 23. Arbores a••m qu• fructum faciun• sed non suum hypocriae sunt, cum Simone Syrenzaeo crueem portantes non suam: qui religiosa intentione carentes angariantur; & qua non amant, am•re gloriae quam desiderans, facere compelluntur: Bern. Serm. fol. 1••.
Jer. 23. Arbores a••m qu• Fruit faciun• sed non suum hypocriae sunt, cum Simon Syrenzaeo crueem portantes non suam: qui religiosa intention carentes angariantur; & qua non amant, am•re Glory quam desiderans, facere compelluntur: Bern. Sermon fol. 1••.
Domin•, non excrucier propter aurum & argentum, ubi enim sint omnia mea tu scis: ibi enim habebat omnia sua, ubi eum condere & the saurizare ille monuerat; qui haec mala mundo ventura praedixerat: Videsis plura in lib. 1. de 〈 ◊ 〉. Dei cap. 10. ••i tit. Quot san. etis in amissione rerum tem••ralium nihil per•at.
Domin•, non excrucier propter aurum & argentum, ubi enim sint omnia mea tu Scis: There enim habebat omnia sua, ubi Eum condere & the saurizare Isle monuerat; qui haec mala mundo Ventura praedixerat: Videss plura in lib. 1. de 〈 ◊ 〉. Dei cap. 10. ••i tit. Quot san. etis in amission rerum tem••ralium nihil per•at.
Marth. 20.15. Vid, Bez. quaest. & Resp. p. 98. Caeterum messis tum, de spirituali mercede vitae a ternae, quam terrenis benedictionibue, quibus Deus prosequit•• homines beneficos ex •oni debet: Calv. in l••.
Marth. 20.15. Vid, Bez Question. & Resp. p. 98. Caeterum Messis tum, de Spiritual mercede vitae a ternae, quam terrenis benedictionibue, quibus Deus prosequit•• homines beneficos ex •oni debet: Calvin in l••.
See this Quest. answer. in Buch. loc. 36. De vitâ aeterna, pa. 446. Determined that there shall be degrees of glory from, 1 Thes. 2.19. Dan. 12.3. 1 Cor. 15.41.
See this Quest. answer. in Buch. loc. 36. De vitâ aeterna, Paul. 446. Determined that there shall be Degrees of glory from, 1 Thebes 2.19. Dan. 12.3. 1 Cor. 15.41.
Tu tantum quem jam spiritualibu• castri• caelestis militia signavit, tene incorruptam, tene sobriam religiosis virtutibus disciplinam, sit tibi vel orati• assidu• vel lecti•: nunc cum des •oquere, nunc de•s tecum: ille te praceptis suis instruat, ille dispenat: quem ille divitem fe•erit, nem• pauperem faciet: penuria esse nulla ja•s poterit, cum semel pectus cael•stis sagina saturaverit: Videas plurae in Cyp. Epist. Lib. 2. Ep. 2. ad Donatum.
Tu Tantum Whom jam spiritualibu• castri• caelestis militia signavit, tene incorruptam, tene sobriam Religiosis virtutibus Disciplinam, sit tibi vel orati• assidu• vel lecti•: nunc cum des •oquere, nunc de•s tecum: Isle te praceptis suis instruat, Isle dispenat: Whom Isle divitem fe•erit, nem• pauperem faciet: penuria esse nulla ja•s poterit, cum semel pectus cael•stis sagina saturaverit: Videos plurae in Cyprus Epistle Lib. 2. Epistle 2. ad Donatum.
