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Matth. xxv. 21. His Lord said unto him, Well done good and faithful Servant;Matthew xxv. 21. His Lord said unto him, Well done good and faithful Servant;
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thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee Ruler over many things:
thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee Ruler over many things:
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enter thou into the Joy of thy Lord.
enter thou into the Joy of thy Lord.
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THE great Apostle of our Profession, during the publick exercise of his Ministry upon Earth, spoke very much in Parables, according to the stile and manner of the Jewish Nation:
THE great Apostle of our Profession, during the public exercise of his Ministry upon Earth, spoke very much in Parables, according to the style and manner of the Jewish nation:
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Hereby spiritual things were brought down to the Capacities of his Hearers, being represented by those earthly ones which were most familiar to their Understandings.
Hereby spiritual things were brought down to the Capacities of his Hearers, being represented by those earthly ones which were most familiar to their Understandings.
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We have two Parables in this Chapter, my Text is a part of the latter, which begins with the 14th, and ends with the 30th Verse.
We have two Parables in this Chapter, my Text is a part of the latter, which begins with the 14th, and ends with the 30th Verse.
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The Scope of this Parable was to perswade Men to diligence in the Service of God,
The Scope of this Parable was to persuade Men to diligence in the Service of God,
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and to a faithful improvement of the Benefits which they receive from him. In order to the Explication of my Text, I shall consider four things. 1st. The Speaker. 2dly. The Person spoken to. 3dly. The Speech it self.
and to a faithful improvement of the Benefits which they receive from him. In order to the Explication of my Text, I shall Consider four things. 1st. The Speaker. 2dly. The Person spoken to. 3dly. The Speech it self.
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4thly. The time when it was deliver'd. An account of these things will give you further light into the whole Parable. 1st. The Speaker;4thly. The time when it was Delivered. an account of these things will give you further Light into the Whole Parable. 1st. The Speaker;
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His Lord. Hereby our Lord intends himself, who was ready to travel into a far Country, to ascend to the Emperial Heaven, which is at a vast local distance from this lowly Earth, wherein he then sojourned.His Lord. Hereby our Lord intends himself, who was ready to travel into a Far Country, to ascend to the Imperial Heaven, which is At a vast local distance from this lowly Earth, wherein he then sojourned.
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He hath a double Lordship over all Countries, viz. Essential and Primitive, as the second Person in the Trinity;
He hath a double Lordship over all Countries, viz. Essential and Primitive, as the second Person in the Trinity;
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and Derivative and Dispensatory, as Mediator.
and Derivative and Dispensatory, as Mediator.
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Tho many of the human Race refuse to serve and obey him, they are all his rightful Servants and Subjects:
Tho many of the human Raze refuse to serve and obey him, they Are all his rightful Servants and Subject's:
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His Dominion over them is not founded upon their Consent; he is nevertheless their Lord, tho they will not own him to be so.
His Dominion over them is not founded upon their Consent; he is nevertheless their Lord, though they will not own him to be so.
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In short, they that slight his Authority now, will find it exercis'd hereafter in the infliction of a deserved and severe Punishment upon them.
In short, they that slight his authority now, will find it exercised hereafter in the infliction of a deserved and severe Punishment upon them.
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The unprofitable Servant shall be cast into outer Darkness, where shall be weeping and gnashing of Teeth; The unprofitable Servant shall be cast into outer Darkness, where shall be weeping and gnashing of Teeth;
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as you may see in the 30th Verse of this Chapter. 2dly. The Person spoken to: His Lord said unto Him.
as you may see in the 30th Verse of this Chapter. 2dly. The Person spoken to: His Lord said unto Him.
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We have an account of the Person in the preceding Verse, and that with respect to two things, viz. his Receipt, and his Improvement. 1. His Receipt.
We have an account of the Person in the preceding Verse, and that with respect to two things, viz. his Receipt, and his Improvement. 1. His Receipt.
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This Servant had receiv'd five Talents from his Master. All the Blessings that the Children of Men enjoy, flow from Jesus Christ:
This Servant had received five Talents from his Master. All the Blessings that the Children of Men enjoy, flow from jesus christ:
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Temporal good things are dispensed by him as the Governor of the World; and spiritual, as the Head of the Church.
Temporal good things Are dispensed by him as the Governor of the World; and spiritual, as the Head of the Church.
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His Favours are not communicated to all in an equal measure.
His Favours Are not communicated to all in an equal measure.
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We read of one Servant that receiv'd but one Talent, of another that receiv'd two Talents;
We read of one Servant that received but one Talon, of Another that received two Talents;
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but this Servant was intrusted with five.
but this Servant was Entrusted with five.
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The supreme Lord makes a considerable difference between one and another by the distribution of his Favours.
The supreme Lord makes a considerable difference between one and Another by the distribution of his Favours.
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One hath no more than Food and Raiment, just enough to supply the Necessities of Nature;
One hath no more than Food and Raiment, just enough to supply the Necessities of Nature;
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another abounds in Wealth, his Cup is so full that it runs over: one lives obscurely,
Another abounds in Wealth, his Cup is so full that it runs over: one lives obscurely,
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and makes no figure in the World; another is in an exalted Station:
and makes no figure in the World; Another is in an exalted Station:
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one is very weak in his Intellectuals, another is furnish'd with a considerable stock of Parts and Learning.
one is very weak in his Intellectuals, Another is furnished with a considerable stock of Parts and Learning.
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And surely the Proprietor of Heaven and Earth may dispose of his own as he pleases.
And surely the Proprietor of Heaven and Earth may dispose of his own as he Pleases.
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They that enjoy the least, have more than they deserve;
They that enjoy the least, have more than they deserve;
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they that enjoy the most, must acknowledg that it is not their Worthiness, but the soveraign Goodness of their Lord, that hath made them to differ from others. 2. His Improvement;
they that enjoy the most, must acknowledge that it is not their Worthiness, but the sovereign goodness of their Lord, that hath made them to differ from Others. 2. His Improvement;
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He gained besides them five Talents more: he did not hide his five Talents, as his fellow Servant did his one Talent,He gained beside them five Talents more: he did not hide his five Talents, as his fellow Servant did his one Talon,
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but laid them out and improv'd them. He gain'd more by his five Talents than the other Man did by his two;
but laid them out and improved them. He gained more by his five Talents than the other Man did by his two;
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his Improvement was proportionable to his Receipt. To whomsoever much is given, of him shall much he requir'd; Luke 12.48. The more God hath done for us, and bestow'd upon us, the more will he expect from us.
his Improvement was proportionable to his Receipt. To whomsoever much is given, of him shall much he required; Lycia 12.48. The more God hath done for us, and bestowed upon us, the more will he expect from us.
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All that we have receiv'd from him should be laid out in his Service, for the advancement of his Honour. I proceed,
All that we have received from him should be laid out in his Service, for the advancement of his Honour. I proceed,
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3dly. To the Speech it self:3dly. To the Speech it self:
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Well done good and faithful Servant, thou hast been faithful in a few things, I will make thee Ruler over many things: Well done good and faithful Servant, thou hast been faithful in a few things, I will make thee Ruler over many things:
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enter thou into the Joy of thy Lord. enter thou into the Joy of thy Lord.
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Herein we have his Lord's Commendation of him, and the Happiness to which he adjudges him.
Herein we have his Lord's Commendation of him, and the Happiness to which he adjudges him.
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1. His Lord's Commendation of him; Well done good and faithful Servant, thou hast been faithful in a few things.
1. His Lord's Commendation of him; Well done good and faithful Servant, thou hast been faithful in a few things.
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He approves of his Service, and commends him for it.
He approves of his Service, and commends him for it.
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I conceive the latter word faithful may be explicative of the former Epithet, good: the Goodness and Excellency of a Servant chiefly consisting in his Fidelity to his Master.
I conceive the latter word faithful may be explicative of the former Epithet, good: the goodness and Excellency of a Servant chiefly consisting in his Fidis to his Master.
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The things wherein he had been faithful are call'd few, in comparison of what should be intrusted with him, and bestow'd upon him.
The things wherein he had been faithful Are called few, in comparison of what should be Entrusted with him, and bestowed upon him.
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The most that we receive from Christ at present, is very little compared with what we shall receive from him hereafter.
The most that we receive from christ At present, is very little compared with what we shall receive from him hereafter.
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There is a vast disproportion between what we have in hand, and what we have in hope.
There is a vast disproportion between what we have in hand, and what we have in hope.
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I may say of the Enjoyments, as the Apostle doth of the Sufferings, of the present time, that they are not worthy to be compared with the Glory which shall be reveal'd in us, Rom. 8.18. God will deal more bountifully with his own Children when they come to Heaven, than he ever doth while they remain upon Earth.
I may say of the Enjoyments, as the Apostle does of the Sufferings, of the present time, that they Are not worthy to be compared with the Glory which shall be revealed in us, Rom. 8.18. God will deal more bountifully with his own Children when they come to Heaven, than he ever does while they remain upon Earth.
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2. The Happiness to which he adjudges him: I will make thee Ruler over many things;
2. The Happiness to which he adjudges him: I will make thee Ruler over many things;
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enter thou into the Joy of thy Lord. enter thou into the Joy of thy Lord.
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We must not be solicitous to accommodate every word in a Parable to that spiritual Truth that is taught us by it.
We must not be solicitous to accommodate every word in a Parable to that spiritual Truth that is taught us by it.
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I will not determine whether these words, I will make thee Ruler over many things, do purely serve for the setting off the Parabolical Narration,
I will not determine whither these words, I will make thee Ruler over many things, do purely serve for the setting off the Parabolical Narration,
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or are to be taken in a spiritual sense.
or Are to be taken in a spiritual sense.
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According to the former Notion they are expressive of a kind Master's treatment of a faithful Servant;
According to the former Notion they Are expressive of a kind Masters treatment of a faithful Servant;
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having experienc'd his Fidelity in smaller matters, he entrusts him with greater, and advances him to a higher Station.
having experienced his Fidis in smaller matters, he entrusts him with greater, and advances him to a higher Station.
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According to the latter Notion they are expressive of that great Felicity which Christ will confer upon his faithful Servants in another World.
According to the latter Notion they Are expressive of that great Felicity which christ will confer upon his faithful Servants in Another World.
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This is further held forth in the following words, Enter thou into the Joy of thy Lord;
This is further held forth in the following words, Enter thou into the Joy of thy Lord;
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whereby is certainly intended the Glory and Blessedness of the Heavenly State.
whereby is Certainly intended the Glory and Blessedness of the Heavenly State.
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This is exprest by Joy, because the fruition of it will produce a triumphant and unspeakable Joy in those that enter into it. Thus Psal. 16.11. In thy Presence is fulness of Joy, and at thy right-hand are Pleasures for evermore.
This is expressed by Joy, Because the fruition of it will produce a triumphant and unspeakable Joy in those that enter into it. Thus Psalm 16.11. In thy Presence is fullness of Joy, and At thy right-hand Are Pleasures for evermore.
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'Tis call'd the Joy of his Lord, and that probably on a double account.
It's called the Joy of his Lord, and that probably on a double account.
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(1.) Because in the Vision and Enjoyment of Christ the greatest part of their Felicity will consist.
(1.) Because in the Vision and Enjoyment of christ the greatest part of their Felicity will consist.
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Tho there be many Jewels in that never fading Crown of Glory which shall be set upon the Heads of Believers in another World, this is the brightest and most sparkling.
Tho there be many Jewels in that never fading Crown of Glory which shall be Set upon the Heads of Believers in Another World, this is the Brightest and most sparkling.
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When our Lord prays for the final Happiness of his People, he thus expresses himself;
When our Lord prays for the final Happiness of his People, he thus Expresses himself;
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Father, I will that they be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory which thou hast given me, Joh. 17.24. The Apostle therefore desir'd to depart, that he might be with Christ, Phil. 1.23. (2.) Because his Glory in Heaven is the Exemplar and Pattern of that which his People shall enjoy.Father, I will that they be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory which thou hast given me, John 17.24. The Apostle Therefore desired to depart, that he might be with christ, Philip 1.23. (2.) Because his Glory in Heaven is the Exemplar and Pattern of that which his People shall enjoy.
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They shall enter into that Joy, which he as their Forerunner is already enter'd into: Not that they shall possess the same Glory in all respects that Christ hath;
They shall enter into that Joy, which he as their Forerunner is already entered into: Not that they shall possess the same Glory in all respects that christ hath;
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for his personal Glory as the Son of God, and as Mediator, are incommunicable; but they shall partake of his Glory according to their Capacity.
for his personal Glory as the Son of God, and as Mediator, Are incommunicable; but they shall partake of his Glory according to their Capacity.
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We are told that they shall reign with him, 2 Tim. 2.12. and that when he shall appear they shall be like him, 1 Joh. 3.2. Their Souls shall be perfectly conform'd to his human Soul, in Purity and Felicity, and their Bodies shall be fashion'd into the likeness of his glorious Body.
We Are told that they shall Reign with him, 2 Tim. 2.12. and that when he shall appear they shall be like him, 1 John 3.2. Their Souls shall be perfectly conformed to his human Soul, in Purity and Felicity, and their Bodies shall be fashioned into the likeness of his glorious Body.
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An entering into this Joy may denote the plenitude and abundance of it: Here Joy enters into us, but hereafter we shall enter into Joy;
an entering into this Joy may denote the plenitude and abundance of it: Here Joy enters into us, but hereafter we shall enter into Joy;
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we shall be swallow'd up in a fathomless Ocean of pure and unallay'd Pleasures. I proceed,
we shall be swallowed up in a fathomless Ocean of pure and unallayed Pleasures. I proceed,
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4thly. To consider the Time when this Speech was deliver'd.4thly. To Consider the Time when this Speech was Delivered.
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If we look back into the 19th Verse, we shall find it was when the Lord came to reckon with his Servants.
If we look back into the 19th Verse, we shall find it was when the Lord Come to reckon with his Servants.
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Hereby our Lord's second Coming in visible Glory, to judg both Quick and Dead, is evidently intended:
Hereby our Lord's second Coming in visible Glory, to judge both Quick and Dead, is evidently intended:
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Of this we have a particular account in the latter part of the Chapter.
Of this we have a particular account in the latter part of the Chapter.
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The Heavens must contain our ascended Lord till the times of the restitution of all things,
The Heavens must contain our ascended Lord till the times of the restitution of all things,
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and then he shall descend from thence in the Glory of his Father, with all his holy Angels, to convene the whole Race of Adam before his Judgment-seat, to call them to an account for the Deeds done in the Body,
and then he shall descend from thence in the Glory of his Father, with all his holy Angels, to convene the Whole Raze of Adam before his Judgment seat, to call them to an account for the deeds done in the Body,
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and to pass a definitive Sentence upon them according to their Works. 'Tis true, there is a particular Judgment which immediately follows after Death:
and to pass a definitive Sentence upon them according to their Works. It's true, there is a particular Judgement which immediately follows After Death:
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When the Soul is separated from the Body, it appears before the Bar of the supreme Judg, to give an account of its Stewardship,
When the Soul is separated from the Body, it appears before the Bar of the supreme Judge, to give an account of its Stewardship,
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and then receives an irreversible Sentence of Condemnation, or Absolution.
and then receives an irreversible Sentence of Condemnation, or Absolution.
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But I conceive our Lord chiefly respects the General Judgment, when the Trial will be public, the Sentence pronounc'd with the most awful Solemnity;
But I conceive our Lord chiefly respects the General Judgement, when the Trial will be public, the Sentence pronounced with the most awful Solemnity;
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and the Happiness or Misery of every Man compleated.
and the Happiness or Misery of every Man completed.
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Having gone thro the words by way of Explication, I might raise several Observations from them.
Having gone through the words by Way of Explication, I might raise several Observations from them.
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But that I may comply with my time, I shall only speak to this Proposition:
But that I may comply with my time, I shall only speak to this Proposition:
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Doct. That they who are faithful Servants of Christ in this Life, shall be possest of a very joyful and happy State in the next.Doct. That they who Are faithful Servants of christ in this Life, shall be possessed of a very joyful and happy State in the next.
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In prosecuting this Point, I shall, I.
In prosecuting this Point, I shall, I.
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Describe the faithful Servants of Christ. II. Give an account of that joyful and happy State of which they shall be hereafter possest. III. Show the certain Connexion between serving Christ faithfully in this Life, and the Possession of that blissful State in the next. IV. Make some Application. I.
Describe the faithful Servants of christ. II Give an account of that joyful and happy State of which they shall be hereafter possessed. III. Show the certain Connexion between serving christ faithfully in this Life, and the Possession of that blissful State in the next. IV. Make Some Application. I.
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I am to describe the faithful Servants of Christ, who they are that shall be own'd as such by the Supreme Lord, when he comes to Judgment.
I am to describe the faithful Servants of christ, who they Are that shall be owned as such by the Supreme Lord, when he comes to Judgement.
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They may be described, (1.) From their State. (2.) From their Actions.
They may be described, (1.) From their State. (2.) From their Actions.
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The former is necessarily presuppos'd to their serving Christ with Faithfulness and Acceptance. The Service which they do for Christ consists in the latter.
The former is necessarily presupposed to their serving christ with Faithfulness and Acceptance. The Service which they do for christ consists in the latter.
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1. Their State may be describ'd •n two Particulars. (1.) They are justified by the Righteousness of Christ.
1. Their State may be described •n two Particulars. (1.) They Are justified by the Righteousness of christ.
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'Tis impossible that any good Fruit should be brought forth by a Person till he be ingrafted into Christ,
It's impossible that any good Fruit should be brought forth by a Person till he be ingrafted into christ,
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as is plainly taught us by our Lord himself; Joh. 15.4, 5. Now being found in Christ, and •aving on his Righteousness, are conjoin'd, because they are inseparable; Phil. 3.9.
as is plainly taught us by our Lord himself; John 15.4, 5. Now being found in christ, and •aving on his Righteousness, Are conjoined, Because they Are inseparable; Philip 3.9.
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They who are mystically one with Christ, must •eeds be interested in his Mediatory Righteousness, and so perfectly justified in the sight of God.
They who Are mystically one with christ, must •eeds be interested in his Mediatory Righteousness, and so perfectly justified in the sighed of God.
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Tho, according to the Tenor of the Covenant of Works, the Servant was to be first accepted,
Tho, according to the Tenor of the Covenant of Works, the Servant was to be First accepted,
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and then the Person on that account;
and then the Person on that account;
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yet according to the Tenor of the Covenant of Grace, the Person must be first accepted, and then the Service.
yet according to the Tenor of the Covenant of Grace, the Person must be First accepted, and then the Service.
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Nothing short of an Investiture with Christ's perfect Righteousness can render our Persons acceptable to the most High;
Nothing short of an Investiture with Christ's perfect Righteousness can render our Persons acceptable to the most High;
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and till they become so, our most splendid Services will be abominable in his sight. (2.) They are renew'd and sanctified by the Spirit of Christ:
and till they become so, our most splendid Services will be abominable in his sighed. (2.) They Are renewed and sanctified by the Spirit of christ:
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Every acceptable Service flows from a Principle of spiritual Life. A corrupt Tree cannot bring forth good Fruit, Mat. 7.18.
Every acceptable Service flows from a Principle of spiritual Life. A corrupt Tree cannot bring forth good Fruit, Mathew 7.18.
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We may as well suppose that Grapes should be the Product of Thorns, o• Figs of Thistles,
We may as well suppose that Grapes should be the Product of Thorns, o• Figs of Thistles,
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as that an unsanctified Person should bring forth Fruit unto God. They that are in the Flesh cannot please God; Rom. 8.8. Their Persons cannot therefore their Actions cannot;
as that an unsanctified Person should bring forth Fruit unto God. They that Are in the Flesh cannot please God; Rom. 8.8. Their Persons cannot Therefore their Actions cannot;
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because they are the Products of a Nature at variance with him, a Nature that is not,
Because they Are the Products of a Nature At variance with him, a Nature that is not,
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nor cannot be subject to his Law. The faithful Servants of Christ are conform'd to his Image:
nor cannot be Subject to his Law. The faithful Servants of christ Are conformed to his Image:
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The Law of God is first written in their Hearts, and then copied out in their Lives.
The Law of God is First written in their Hearts, and then copied out in their Lives.
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2. I shall describe them from their Actions:
2. I shall describe them from their Actions:
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Only I would premise this, we are not to suppose that they are altogether free from Sin. The most faithful Servants of Christ offend in many things;
Only I would premise this, we Are not to suppose that they Are altogether free from Sin. The most faithful Servants of christ offend in many things;
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their Errors are so many and so great, that they cannot fully understand them: Their best Performances are imperfect, being tinctur'd with the remaining Corruption of their Natures.
their Errors Are so many and so great, that they cannot Fully understand them: Their best Performances Are imperfect, being tinctured with the remaining Corruption of their Nature's.
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Should God be strict to mark the Iniquities of their holy things, they could not stand before him. But,
Should God be strict to mark the Iniquities of their holy things, they could not stand before him. But,
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(1.) They design the Honour of Christ in that Service which they do for him.
(1.) They Design the Honour of christ in that Service which they do for him.
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Many carnal Persons do several things that are agreeable to the Reveal'd Will of this glorious Lord,
Many carnal Persons do several things that Are agreeable to the Revealed Will of this glorious Lord,
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and have a proper tendency to serve his Interest; but they have no eye to his Glory in any of these Actions:
and have a proper tendency to serve his Interest; but they have no eye to his Glory in any of these Actions:
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they only aim at the advancement of their own Reputation, the promotion of some Secular Interest,
they only aim At the advancement of their own Reputation, the promotion of Some Secular Interest,
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or the quieting of their own Consciences.
or the quieting of their own Consciences.
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But they who sincerely serve the Blessed Jesus, fix upon his Glory as their ultimate end;
But they who sincerely serve the Blessed jesus, fix upon his Glory as their ultimate end;
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and what Good they do is propos'd by them as a means subservient to it.
and what Good they do is proposed by them as a means subservient to it.
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The grand reason of their practical Holiness and Obedience is, that they themselves may not only acknowledg the Glory of their great Master,
The grand reason of their practical Holiness and obedience is, that they themselves may not only acknowledge the Glory of their great Master,
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but likewise proclaim it to others. (2.) They have a regard to all his Commandments.
but likewise proclaim it to Others. (2.) They have a regard to all his commandments.
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The Character which Christ gives of his Friends, Joh. 15.14. agrees to his faithful Servants, they do whatsoever he commands them:
The Character which christ gives of his Friends, John 15.14. agrees to his faithful Servants, they do whatsoever he commands them:
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They do not slight any Precept on which they can discern the stamp of his Authority:
They do not slight any Precept on which they can discern the stamp of his authority:
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They make conscience both of first and second Table Duties, of those that are Personal and those that are Relative of the least as well as the greatest, of the most difficult as well as the most easy.
They make conscience both of First and second Table Duties, of those that Are Personal and those that Are Relative of the least as well as the greatest, of the most difficult as well as the most easy.
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They will not say of any Divine Command, This is a hard saying, who can bear it? They are ready to do any sort of Work their Master sets them about, however toilsom and laborious, however mean and contemptible in the eyes of the World, however costly or hazardous:
They will not say of any Divine Command, This is a hard saying, who can bear it? They Are ready to do any sort of Work their Master sets them about, however toilsome and laborious, however mean and contemptible in the eyes of the World, however costly or hazardous:
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They mind the Duties of every place and station wherein the Providence of God hath set them,
They mind the Duties of every place and station wherein the Providence of God hath Set them,
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whether Civil, Domestic, or Ecclesiastical â–ª They discharge their Duty towards their Country, their Families, and the Church to which they are related, with Integrity and Diligence.
whither Civil, Domestic, or Ecclesiastical â–ª They discharge their Duty towards their Country, their Families, and the Church to which they Are related, with Integrity and Diligence.
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And this they do, not by constraint, but willingly.
And this they do, not by constraint, but willingly.
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(1.) They lay out all the Talents with which they are intrusted in his Service:
(1.) They lay out all the Talents with which they Are Entrusted in his Service:
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As they are Stewards, they improve what he hath put into their hands to those Ends and Purposes for which they receiv'd it.
As they Are Stewards, they improve what he hath put into their hands to those Ends and Purposes for which they received it.
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Have they a plentiful Estate? they do not spend it in making provision for the Flesh;
Have they a plentiful Estate? they do not spend it in making provision for the Flesh;
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nor do they covetously hoard it up, but imploy a considerable part of it in supporting the Worship of God, propagating the Gospel of Christ,
nor do they covetously hoard it up, but employ a considerable part of it in supporting the Worship of God, propagating the Gospel of christ,
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and relieving those that are in distress. They honour God with their Substance, and with the first-fruits of their Increase.
and relieving those that Are in distress. They honour God with their Substance, and with the Firstfruits of their Increase.
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Are they advanc'd to any Station wherein they are capable of serving Christ or his People with their Interest? they improve it to the utmost for such a purpose.
are they advanced to any Station wherein they Are capable of serving christ or his People with their Interest? they improve it to the utmost for such a purpose.
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They serve the Lord with those Parts and Abilities, with those Gifts and Graces which he hath bestow'd upon them.
They serve the Lord with those Parts and Abilities, with those Gifts and Graces which he hath bestowed upon them.
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II. I proceed to give you an account of that joyful and happy State whereof those faithful Servants shall be hereafter possest:
II I proceed to give you an account of that joyful and happy State whereof those faithful Servants shall be hereafter possessed:
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And since it is exprest by Joy in my Text, I shall mention some things which render that State very joyful,
And since it is expressed by Joy in my Text, I shall mention Some things which render that State very joyful,
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or excite a triumphant Joy in those that enter into it; and then give you the Properties of that Joy which results from these Fruitions.
or excite a triumphant Joy in those that enter into it; and then give you the Properties of that Joy which results from these Fruitions.
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1st. I shall mention some things which render that State very joyful, or excite a triumphant Joy in those that enter into it.1st. I shall mention Some things which render that State very joyful, or excite a triumphant Joy in those that enter into it.
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1. A freedom from those Infelicities which attend a mortal State.
1. A freedom from those Infelicities which attend a Mortal State.
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As the privation of Good is cause of Sorrow, so a deliverance from Evil gives a natural rise to Joy.
As the privation of Good is cause of Sorrow, so a deliverance from Evil gives a natural rise to Joy.
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Will not a Prisoner rejoice when reliev'd from that Dungeon to which he was confin'd,
Will not a Prisoner rejoice when relieved from that Dungeon to which he was confined,
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and freed from those Fetters wherewith he was shackled? How joyful is a Man when recover'd from a languishing Sickness,
and freed from those Fetters wherewith he was shackled? How joyful is a Man when recovered from a languishing Sickness,
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and eas'd of racking Pain? Surely our Mouths will be filled with Laughter, and our Tongues with singing when we shall be perfectly freed from that mighty train of Evils which Adam 's Fall brought into this lower World.
and eased of racking Pain? Surely our Mouths will be filled with Laughter, and our Tongues with singing when we shall be perfectly freed from that mighty train of Evils which Adam is Fallen brought into this lower World.
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How will our Spirits exult when we shall be set at a vast distance from those things, which often made us sigh, groan and weep!
How will our Spirits exult when we shall be Set At a vast distance from those things, which often made us sighs, groan and weep!
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When we enter into the other World, we shall be freed from all sorrowful, and from all sinful Evils.
When we enter into the other World, we shall be freed from all sorrowful, and from all sinful Evils.
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(1.) From all sorrowful Evils. There is no more Death, nor Sorrow, nor shall there be any more Pain;
(1.) From all sorrowful Evils. There is no more Death, nor Sorrow, nor shall there be any more Pain;
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for former things are past away; Rev. 21.4. There is no Infirmity of Body, no Poverty, no Disgrace, no Treachery of pretended Friends, no Persecution of open Enemies;for former things Are passed away; Rev. 21.4. There is no Infirmity of Body, no Poverty, no Disgrace, no Treachery of pretended Friends, no Persecution of open Enemies;
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there are no perplexing Cares, or tormenting Fears, no Temptations from within or without, no Divine Withdrawings.
there Are not perplexing Cares, or tormenting Fears, no Temptations from within or without, no Divine Withdrawings.
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How will the Soul rejoice when it can say, I felt abundance of Pain by reason of the disorder of my Body,
How will the Soul rejoice when it can say, I felt abundance of Pain by reason of the disorder of my Body,
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but now I enjoy perfect Ease:
but now I enjoy perfect Ease:
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I was rack'd and tortur'd with many Cares and Fears, but now they are all chas'd away as the Shadows of the Evening by the rising Sun:
I was racked and tortured with many Cares and Fears, but now they Are all chased away as the Shadows of the Evening by the rising Sun:
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I was violently buffeted by the wicked one, but he is now bruised under my Feet, I have obtain'd a compleat and final Victory over him;
I was violently buffeted by the wicked one, but he is now Bruised under my Feet, I have obtained a complete and final Victory over him;
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I am got out of the reach of his fiery Darts and malignant Suggestions. (2.) From all sinful Evils.
I am god out of the reach of his fiery Darts and malignant Suggestions. (2.) From all sinful Evils.
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These are most grievous to a renewed Soul, when in a right frame;
These Are most grievous to a renewed Soul, when in a right frame;
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no Pressure so heavy as that Body of Death which he continually carries about with him.
no Pressure so heavy as that Body of Death which he continually carries about with him.
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Of this the Apostle Paul made a very doleful Complaint, Rom. 7.34. And from the fountain of indwelling Sin many actual Sins do frequently stream.
Of this the Apostle Paul made a very doleful Complaint, Rom. 7.34. And from the fountain of indwelling since many actual Sins do frequently stream.
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But all vitious Habits are entirely rooted out of Believers when translated into another World. No unclean thing can enter into the holy place above.
But all vicious Habits Are entirely rooted out of Believers when translated into Another World. No unclean thing can enter into the holy place above.
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The rags of mortal Defilement drop from them, as Elijah 's Mantle did from him when mounting up to that lofty Region.
The rags of Mortal Defilement drop from them, as Elijah is Mantle did from him when mounting up to that lofty Region.
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And none of those Sons that are brought to Glory, ever wander from God's Commandments:
And none of those Sons that Are brought to Glory, ever wander from God's commandments:
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There is no more disconformity to the Divine Will in their Actions than there is in their Hearts.
There is no more disconformity to the Divine Will in their Actions than there is in their Hearts.
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And how will the holy Soul exult when freed from those Fetters of Corruption which so often kept it at a distance from God,
And how will the holy Soul exult when freed from those Fetters of Corruption which so often kept it At a distance from God,
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and hinder'd it from doing his Will!
and hindered it from doing his Will!
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To what an extasy of Joy will it be raised, when it finds it self without spot or wrinkle!
To what an ecstasy of Joy will it be raised, when it finds it self without spot or wrinkle!
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2. The moral Perfection of our Souls. The separate Spirits of just Men are made perfect, Heb. 12.23.
2. The moral Perfection of our Souls. The separate Spirits of just Men Are made perfect, Hebrew 12.23.
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As the old Man shall then be destroy'd, so the new Man shall come to its full growth, to its highest pitch.
As the old Man shall then be destroyed, so the new Man shall come to its full growth, to its highest pitch.
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That moral Image of God which was imperfectly pourtray'd upon us at our Introduction into the Kingdom of Grace, will be brought to its utmost Perfection upon our entrance into the Kingdom of Glory.
That moral Image of God which was imperfectly portrayed upon us At our Introduction into the Kingdom of Grace, will be brought to its utmost Perfection upon our Entrance into the Kingdom of Glory.
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Now we may consider this moral Perfection both as it respects the Understanding, and as it respects the Will, the two supreme Faculties of the human Soul.
Now we may Consider this moral Perfection both as it respects the Understanding, and as it respects the Will, the two supreme Faculties of the human Soul.
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(1.) As it respects the Understanding; and so it consists in a Perfection of Knowledg.
(1.) As it respects the Understanding; and so it consists in a Perfection of Knowledge.
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Now we see thro a Glass, darkly; but then face to face: Now we see through a Glass, darkly; but then face to face:
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now we know in part, but then shall we know even as also we are known; 1 Cor. 13.12. Then that which is perfect will come, and that which is in part shall be done away. now we know in part, but then shall we know even as also we Are known; 1 Cor. 13.12. Then that which is perfect will come, and that which is in part shall be done away.
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Those things we have at present conceal'd from us, shall then be unfolded to us:
Those things we have At present concealed from us, shall then be unfolded to us:
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Our Apprehensions of those things which we are now acquainted with, will be much clearer and more distinct than they are while we dwell in this cloudy Region, where so many Mists and Fogs arise to obscure our sight of Divine and Spiritual Objects,
Our Apprehensions of those things which we Are now acquainted with, will be much clearer and more distinct than they Are while we dwell in this cloudy Region, where so many Mists and Fogs arise to Obscure our sighed of Divine and Spiritual Objects,
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and our Souls are apt to make a judgment of them as represented by the Senses.
and our Souls Are apt to make a judgement of them as represented by the Senses.
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What bright views shall we then have of the Nature and Perfections of the Deity, of the glorious Mysteries than are contain'd in the everlasting Gospel, of the eternal Counsel and Designs, of the beautiful and harmonious Providences of the Eternal King!
What bright views shall we then have of the Nature and Perfections of the Deity, of the glorious Mysteres than Are contained in the everlasting Gospel, of the Eternal Counsel and Designs, of the beautiful and harmonious Providences of the Eternal King!
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Knowledg is so agreeable to the human Mind, that Men take abundance of Pains, and wade thro many Difficulties in the pursuit of it,
Knowledge is so agreeable to the human Mind, that Men take abundance of Pains, and wade through many Difficulties in the pursuit of it,
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and are even transported with Joy when they have obtain'd it, tho in a trifling inconsiderable matter.
and Are even transported with Joy when they have obtained it, though in a trifling inconsiderable matter.
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What an elevation then will be given to our Joy, by the clearest view of the most excellent Objects? What Pleasure will result from those bright Idea's of God and Christ, wherewith our Minds shall be filled?
What an elevation then will be given to our Joy, by the Clearest view of the most excellent Objects? What Pleasure will result from those bright Idea's of God and christ, wherewith our Minds shall be filled?
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(2.) As it respects the Will;
(2.) As it respects the Will;
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and so it chiefly consists in a Perfection of Love, which is a Grace very sutable to the triumphant State.
and so it chiefly consists in a Perfection of Love, which is a Grace very suitable to the triumphant State.
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There is a vast difference between that Love which a militant Saint bears to his Heavenly Father and his Glorious Redeemer, and that of a triumphant Saint.
There is a vast difference between that Love which a militant Saint bears to his Heavenly Father and his Glorious Redeemer, and that of a triumphant Saint.
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Our Love, when we come to Heaven, will bear a just proportion to our Knowledg.
Our Love, when we come to Heaven, will bear a just proportion to our Knowledge.
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The Light wherewith our Minds shall be irradiated, will be accompanied with a sutable warmth of Affection.
The Light wherewith our Minds shall be irradiated, will be accompanied with a suitable warmth of Affection.
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And as a Perfection of Love to God will mightily ennoble our Wills, so it will produce solid and unspeakable Joy,
And as a Perfection of Love to God will mightily ennoble our Wills, so it will produce solid and unspeakable Joy,
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forasmuch as it renders the fruition of God and Christ exceeding delightful. There can no satisfaction arise from the Presence of an unbeloved Object:
forasmuch as it renders the fruition of God and christ exceeding delightful. There can no satisfaction arise from the Presence of an unbeloved Object:
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and the Pleasure that we take in the Enjoyment of any thing will be proportionate to its share in our Affections.
and the Pleasure that we take in the Enjoyment of any thing will be proportionate to its share in our Affections.
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In short, since Believers mourn at present to find their Love of the supreme Being but as smoking Flax,
In short, since Believers mourn At present to find their Love of the supreme Being but as smoking Flax,
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how will they rejoice hereafter when it shall becom a triumphant Flame? 3. The full enjoyment of God and Christ.
how will they rejoice hereafter when it shall become a triumphant Flame? 3. The full enjoyment of God and christ.
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Tho the Divine gracious Presence be afforded to Believers in their way to Heaven, yet the glorious Presence of God will not be enjoy'd by them till they enter into that blissful Habitation.
Tho the Divine gracious Presence be afforded to Believers in their Way to Heaven, yet the glorious Presence of God will not be enjoyed by them till they enter into that blissful Habitation.
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Our Fellowship with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ, is but partial at present, hereafter it will be full.
Our Fellowship with the Father, and with his Son jesus christ, is but partial At present, hereafter it will be full.
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Since God is our chiefest Good, the supreme Object of our Love, we must needs rejoice in the compleat fruition of him.
Since God is our chiefest Good, the supreme Object of our Love, we must needs rejoice in the complete fruition of him.
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What a triumphant Joy will spring up in our Souls, when we shall lie in the Embraces of such a glorious Person as our Emanuel, one who is the brightness of the Father's Glory,
What a triumphant Joy will spring up in our Souls, when we shall lie in the Embraces of such a glorious Person as our Emmanuel, one who is the brightness of the Father's Glory,
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and the express Image of his Person: and the express Image of his Person:
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one who is very nearly related to us, being our elder Brother, our Head, our Husband:
one who is very nearly related to us, being our elder Brother, our Head, our Husband:
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one who hath laid the most endearing Obligations upon us by what he hath done for us.
one who hath laid the most endearing Obligations upon us by what he hath done for us.
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How pleasant will it be to dwell with Him, who from Eternity undertook for us as our Sponsor, who in the fulness of time took upon him our Nature, stood in our Law-place, redeem'd us from eternal Misery,
How pleasant will it be to dwell with Him, who from Eternity undertook for us as our Sponsor, who in the fullness of time took upon him our Nature, stood in our Law place, redeemed us from Eternal Misery,
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and purchas'd everlasting Happiness for us by his Obedience and Sufferings; who lov'd us so as to give himself a Ransom for us;
and purchased everlasting Happiness for us by his obedience and Sufferings; who loved us so as to give himself a Ransom for us;
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of whose fulness we have receiv'd, and Grace for Grace; of whose fullness we have received, and Grace for Grace;
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who hath succor'd us in our Temptations, supported us under our Afflictions, and conducted us to the Heavenly Canaan.
who hath succored us in our Temptations, supported us under our Afflictions, and conducted us to the Heavenly Canaan.
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4. The Society of glorious Angels and glorified Saints.
4. The Society of glorious Angels and glorified Saints.
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How joyful will that State be, wherein we shall dwell and converse with the highest Order of created Beings, who have perform'd many eminent Services for us in the house of our Pilgrimage, being all ministring Spirits, sent forth to minister to them who shall be the Heirs of Salvation? How pleasant will it be to dwell and converse with the whole Assembly of triumphant Saints,
How joyful will that State be, wherein we shall dwell and converse with the highest Order of created Beings, who have performed many eminent Services for us in the house of our Pilgrimage, being all ministering Spirits, sent forth to minister to them who shall be the Heirs of Salvation? How pleasant will it be to dwell and converse with the Whole Assembly of triumphant Saints,
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when free from all those Imperfections which attended them in their mortal State, and very much abated the Comfort of their mutual Society? There will be no Divisions or Animosities among them,
when free from all those Imperfections which attended them in their Mortal State, and very much abated the Comfort of their mutual Society? There will be no Divisions or Animosities among them,
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but perfect Unity, and a flaming Love shall reign in all their Hearts. 5. The glorious and blissful state of our Bodies.
but perfect Unity, and a flaming Love shall Reign in all their Hearts. 5. The glorious and blissful state of our Bodies.
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When our great Master shall come again as a quickning Spirit, he will raise the Bodies of his Members from their Beds of Dust,
When our great Master shall come again as a quickening Spirit, he will raise the Bodies of his Members from their Beds of Dust,
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and reunite them unto their Souls: And tho for substance they will be the same that they were before their Dissolution,
and reunite them unto their Souls: And though for substance they will be the same that they were before their Dissolution,
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yet the Qualities will be greatly alter'd. The Bodies of Believers shall be reform'd with all glorious Perfections sutable to their Nature,
yet the Qualities will be greatly altered. The Bodies of Believers shall be reformed with all glorious Perfections suitable to their Nature,
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and partake with their Souls in consummate Blessedness in a glorious Immortality;
and partake with their Souls in consummate Blessedness in a glorious Immortality;
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1 Cor. 15. The Soul must needs have a great Affection for its Body, and when separate from it, desires a reunion.
1 Cor. 15. The Soul must needs have a great Affection for its Body, and when separate from it, Desires a reunion.
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How will it exult then when the Marriage-knot shall be retied, and it shall find such a vast and happy change made in its dear Relative since the doleful Separation? How will it rejoyce to possess an incorruptible, a spiritual, a glorious and an immortal Body?
How will it exult then when the Marriage knot shall be retied, and it shall find such a vast and happy change made in its dear Relative since the doleful Separation? How will it rejoice to possess an incorruptible, a spiritual, a glorious and an immortal Body?
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2dly. I shall give you the Properties of that Joy which results from these Fruitions, in two particulars: 'Tis endless, and 'tis undecaying. (1.) 'Tis endless.2dly. I shall give you the Properties of that Joy which results from these Fruitions, in two particulars: It's endless, and it's undecaying. (1.) It's endless.
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That fulness of Joy which is in God's immediate Presence, lasts for evermore:
That fullness of Joy which is in God's immediate Presence, lasts for evermore:
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It must needs be so, because that Happiness whence it results will be of a perpetual duration.
It must needs be so, Because that Happiness whence it results will be of a perpetual duration.
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Those Evils from which the glorified Saints are freed, shall no more return upon them;
Those Evils from which the glorified Saints Are freed, shall no more return upon them;
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they shall never be depriv'd of the Beatific Vision of God, nor dislodg'd from the immediate Embraces of their dear Redeemer.
they shall never be deprived of the Beatific Vision of God, nor dislodged from the immediate Embraces of their dear Redeemer.
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Tho the first Adam was soon expell'd the Earthly Paradise, the Seed of the second Adam shall never be driven out of the heavenly:
Tho the First Adam was soon expelled the Earthly Paradise, the Seed of the second Adam shall never be driven out of the heavenly:
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Their Souls shall no more be divorc'd from their Bodies.
Their Souls shall no more be divorced from their Bodies.
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In short, when millions of millions of Ages are run out in the fruition of Heavenly Pleasures, their Happiness will be no nearer to its Period than at the first moment of their admission into the Regions of Glory. (2.) 'Tis undecaying.
In short, when millions of millions of Ages Are run out in the fruition of Heavenly Pleasures, their Happiness will be no nearer to its Period than At the First moment of their admission into the Regions of Glory. (2.) It's undecaying.
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As they shall not cease to rejoice, so their Joy will never be impair'd or diminish'd:
As they shall not cease to rejoice, so their Joy will never be impaired or diminished:
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There shall be no Clouds to obscure the Splendor of that Eternal Day.
There shall be no Clouds to Obscure the Splendour of that Eternal Day.
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Our Happiness will be always the same, and our Perception of it equal throughout an endless Eternity.
Our Happiness will be always the same, and our Perception of it equal throughout an endless Eternity.
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The long Enjoyment of Celestial Pleasures will not make us to grow weary of them.
The long Enjoyment of Celestial Pleasures will not make us to grow weary of them.
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There is an infinite variety in God, and whatever is truly desirable is eminently injoy'd in him.
There is an infinite variety in God, and whatever is truly desirable is eminently enjoyed in him.
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An infinite Good produces always the same pure equal compleat Joy, because it arises from its intrinsic Perfection that wants no foil to commend it.
an infinite Good produces always the same pure equal complete Joy, Because it arises from its intrinsic Perfection that Wants no foil to commend it.
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In a word, this Joy is no ravishing Rapture, but a constant height of Affection. Thus I dismiss the second General Head. I must but touch upon the III. To show the certain Connexion between serving Christ faithfully in this Life, and the possession of that blissful State in the next.
In a word, this Joy is no ravishing Rapture, but a constant height of Affection. Thus I dismiss the second General Head. I must but touch upon the III. To show the certain Connexion between serving christ faithfully in this Life, and the possession of that blissful State in the next.
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There is no Connexion by way of Merit between the one and the other.
There is no Connexion by Way of Merit between the one and the other.
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Eternal Life is the free Gift of God, and therefore not the proper Reward of our Services.
Eternal Life is the free Gift of God, and Therefore not the proper Reward of our Services.
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Since we owe a perfect Obedience to our Lord, could we yield that, it would not entitle us to the Glory of Heaven.
Since we owe a perfect obedience to our Lord, could we yield that, it would not entitle us to the Glory of Heaven.
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But there being many flaws and defects in our Obedience, 'tis very absurd to claim so great a Felicity on that account.
But there being many flaws and defects in our obedience, it's very absurd to claim so great a Felicity on that account.
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Tho the Word of God assures us, that the possession of Heaven shall certainly follow upon the faithful serving of Christ on Earth.
Tho the Word of God assures us, that the possession of Heaven shall Certainly follow upon the faithful serving of christ on Earth.
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I might produce several Texts to this purpose, but two shall suffice.
I might produce several Texts to this purpose, but two shall suffice.
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We are assur'd, that Christ will render eternal Life to them who by patient continuance in well-doing, seek for Glory, Honour and Immortality;
We Are assured, that christ will render Eternal Life to them who by patient Continuance in welldoing, seek for Glory, Honour and Immortality;
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Rom. 2.6, 7. He that soweth to the Spirit, shall of the Spirit reap Life everlasting; Gal. 6.8.
Rom. 2.6, 7. He that Soweth to the Spirit, shall of the Spirit reap Life everlasting; Gal. 6.8.
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This glorious Judg will at the grand Assize pronounce a Sentence upon every one sutable to the kind and nature,
This glorious Judge will At the grand Assize pronounce a Sentence upon every one suitable to the kind and nature,
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tho not to the desert of his Works. Then shall Men return and discern between the righteous and the wicked;
though not to the desert of his Works. Then shall Men return and discern between the righteous and the wicked;
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between him that serveth God, and him that serveth him not. Since all Christ's faithful Servants are justified and sanctified, they shall certainly be glorified.between him that serves God, and him that serves him not. Since all Christ's faithful Servants Are justified and sanctified, they shall Certainly be glorified.
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They who have a right to Heaven, and a meetness for it, shall infallibly enter into that delectable Habitation.
They who have a right to Heaven, and a meetness for it, shall infallibly enter into that delectable Habitation.
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There is such Connexion between the Fruits of electing Love, that they who have receiv'd any one, shall certainly receive all the rest. I proceed, IV. To make some Application.
There is such Connexion between the Fruits of electing Love, that they who have received any one, shall Certainly receive all the rest. I proceed, IV. To make Some Application.
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1. How highly doth it concern us to enquire, whether we are the faithful Servants of Christ or not!
1. How highly does it concern us to inquire, whither we Are the faithful Servants of christ or not!
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Since this is a matter of everlasting importance, how strict should we be in the examination of our selves, that we may come to a due result in our own Minds about it? Let us seriously consider whether the Character that hath been given of such Persons agrees to us.
Since this is a matter of everlasting importance, how strict should we be in the examination of our selves, that we may come to a due result in our own Minds about it? Let us seriously Consider whither the Character that hath been given of such Persons agrees to us.
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We have a great deal of Work to do, are we diligent in it? Some Talents are intrusted with us all, do we carefully improve them? If we loiter and are unfaithful, we cannot conceal our Infidelity from our Omniscient Lord,
We have a great deal of Work to do, Are we diligent in it? some Talents Are Entrusted with us all, do we carefully improve them? If we loiter and Are unfaithful, we cannot conceal our Infidelity from our Omniscient Lord,
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tho our fellow Servants may be unacquainted with it.
though our fellow Servants may be unacquainted with it.
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Deceitful Pleas and Excuses will not avail us, when we stand before that Judg, whose Eyes are as a flame of Fire.
Deceitful Pleasant and Excuses will not avail us, when we stand before that Judge, whose Eyes Are as a flame of Fire.
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2. How sad will the Condition of unfaithful Servants be in the awful day of Account!
2. How sad will the Condition of unfaithful Servants be in the awful day of Account!
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If they that are faithful shall enter into the Joy of their Lord, then they that are unfaithful shall be doom'd to eternal Sorrow.
If they that Are faithful shall enter into the Joy of their Lord, then they that Are unfaithful shall be doomed to Eternal Sorrow.
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As there is a vast difference between their State and their Actions at present, so their Condition will be vastly different hereafter.
As there is a vast difference between their State and their Actions At present, so their Condition will be vastly different hereafter.
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They that spend all their time in the Service of Sin and Satan, will receive dreadful Wages,
They that spend all their time in the Service of since and Satan, will receive dreadful Wages,
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even everlasting Death, at the end of it.
even everlasting Death, At the end of it.
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The Talents which are now intrusted with them, will inflame their Reckoning when they stand at their Lord's Tribunal:
The Talents which Are now Entrusted with them, will inflame their Reckoning when they stand At their Lord's Tribunal:
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Since they have sown to the Flesh, they shall of the Flesh reap Corruption. Think of this, O Sinners, before it be too late.
Since they have sown to the Flesh, they shall of the Flesh reap Corruption. Think of this, Oh Sinners, before it be too late.
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That Time, those Estates, those Opportunities, those natural and acquir'd Parts which you now profusely squander away, must e'er long be accounted for.
That Time, those Estates, those Opportunities, those natural and acquired Parts which you now profusely squander away, must ever long be accounted for.
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In a short time Christ will say to every one of you, Give an account of thy Stewardship,
In a short time christ will say to every one of you, Give an account of thy Stewardship,
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for thou mayst be no longer Steward. for thou Mayest be no longer Steward.
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And how sad an Account will you give if taken out of the World in your present state? Think what Horror will seize you (if not extremely stupid) when Death shall sit upon your quivering Lips,
And how sad an Account will you give if taken out of the World in your present state? Think what Horror will seize you (if not extremely stupid) when Death shall fit upon your quivering Lips,
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and your Souls shall be just ready to take their flight into an eternal World!
and your Souls shall be just ready to take their flight into an Eternal World!
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How dreadful will the thoughts of appearing before the Lord be to you, when sensibly approaching his Judgment-Seat!
How dreadful will the thoughts of appearing before the Lord be to you, when sensibly approaching his Judgment seat!
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Think of that awful Day when Christ shall be reveal'd from Heaven in flaming Fire, to take Vengeance upon them that know not God, and obey not the Gospel.
Think of that awful Day when christ shall be revealed from Heaven in flaming Fire, to take Vengeance upon them that know not God, and obey not the Gospel.
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How dreadful a Spectacle will the Supreme Judg be to you who have slighted and contemned him,
How dreadful a Spectacle will the Supreme Judge be to you who have slighted and contemned him,
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when he shall appear in a pompous manner, arm'd with Almighty Power, and attended with a numerous Train, to pronounce an irreversible Sentence of Condemnation upon you? Can you bear to dwell in blackness of Darkness,
when he shall appear in a pompous manner, armed with Almighty Power, and attended with a numerous Train, to pronounce an irreversible Sentence of Condemnation upon you? Can you bear to dwell in blackness of Darkness,
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and to lie in unquenchable Flames with Legions of Devils? Tho you have highly offended your Lord, 'tis not yet too late to find Mercy.
and to lie in unquenchable Flames with Legions of Devils? Though you have highly offended your Lord, it's not yet too late to find Mercy.
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He now sits upon a Throne of Grace, and extends his Golden Scepter to the greatest Criminals.
He now sits upon a Throne of Grace, and extends his Golden Sceptre to the greatest Criminals.
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Come to Christ by Faith, that you may be interested in his Righteousness, which will free you from the Guilt of your former Infidelity;
Come to christ by Faith, that you may be interested in his Righteousness, which will free you from the Gilded of your former Infidelity;
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and receive that Grace from him which will capacitate you to serve him faithfully the remainder of your days.
and receive that Grace from him which will capacitate you to serve him faithfully the remainder of your days.
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Know that many who were once in the same case with your selves, are now reigning in Life, thro Jesus Christ their Lord.
Know that many who were once in the same case with your selves, Are now reigning in Life, through jesus christ their Lord.
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3. What Encouragement have Believers to fidelity in the Service of their Lord!
3. What Encouragement have Believers to Fidis in the Service of their Lord!
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That assurance which you have of a future Felicity, should encourage you to lay out your selves to the utmost in the Service of Christ at present.
That assurance which you have of a future Felicity, should encourage you to lay out your selves to the utmost in the Service of christ At present.
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The Improvement which the Apostle makes of the Doctrine of the Resurrection, 1 Cor. 15. ult. is a natural Improvement of this Doctrine;
The Improvement which the Apostle makes of the Doctrine of the Resurrection, 1 Cor. 15. ult. is a natural Improvement of this Doctrine;
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Therefore, my beloved Brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, Therefore, my Beloved Brothers, be you steadfast, Unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord,
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forasmuch as ye know that your Labour is not in vain in the Lord. forasmuch as you know that your Labour is not in vain in the Lord.
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Since Christ will bestow such an unspeakable Happiness upon you hereafter, how willing should you be to do your utmost to serve him here? The Joy that is set before you should carry you chearfully thro all the fatigues and difficulties of your present State.
Since christ will bestow such an unspeakable Happiness upon you hereafter, how willing should you be to do your utmost to serve him Here? The Joy that is Set before you should carry you cheerfully through all the fatigues and difficulties of your present State.
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4. This may comfort us under the loss of our Godly Friends and Relations. 'Tis true, the better they were, the greater loss we sustain'd by their removal.
4. This may Comfort us under the loss of our Godly Friends and Relations. It's true, the better they were, the greater loss we sustained by their removal.
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But the Consideration of what they have gain'd by a translation into another World, may very much lighten the Affliction,
But the Consideration of what they have gained by a Translation into Another World, may very much lighten the Affliction,
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and chear our Spirits under it.
and cheer our Spirits under it.
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Are we satisfied that our deceased Friends were good and faithful Servants of Christ? we may conclude that they are enter'd into the Joy of their Lord,
are we satisfied that our deceased Friends were good and faithful Servants of christ? we may conclude that they Are entered into the Joy of their Lord,
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and therefore have pass'd thro a very happy Change.
and Therefore have passed through a very happy Change.
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And I may reasonably suggest this to the surviving Relatives of that Excellent Person whose Death hath occasion'd this Discourse:
And I may reasonably suggest this to the surviving Relatives of that Excellent Person whose Death hath occasioned this Discourse:
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I think the words of my Text were justly applicable to him.
I think the words of my Text were justly applicable to him.
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To give his just Character might render me suspected of Flattery by those who were unacquainted with him.
To give his just Character might render me suspected of Flattery by those who were unacquainted with him.
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Ever since I had the honour of his acquaintance, I took him to be a sincere Christian;
Ever since I had the honour of his acquaintance, I took him to be a sincere Christian;
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and the better I knew him, the more I was confirm'd in that Opinion. I found him a solid and serious, not a flashy and airy Professor;
and the better I knew him, the more I was confirmed in that Opinion. I found him a solid and serious, not a flashy and airy Professor;
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one that had a great concern not only for the Welfare of the Nation, but for the Interest of Christ in it.
one that had a great concern not only for the Welfare of the nation, but for the Interest of christ in it.
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His Lord had intrusted him with several Talents;
His Lord had Entrusted him with several Talents;
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he had a plentiful Income, was in an eminent Station, had great natural Abilities, and a general Reputation among all sorts of Persons.
he had a plentiful Income, was in an eminent Station, had great natural Abilities, and a general Reputation among all sorts of Persons.
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And did he bury these Talents? No, he laid them out in the Service of his Lord.
And did he bury these Talents? No, he laid them out in the Service of his Lord.
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How freely and liberally did he contribute towards the relief of those that were in want,
How freely and liberally did he contribute towards the relief of those that were in want,
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and the propagation of the Gospel? I never knew him backward to the promotion of any good design;
and the propagation of the Gospel? I never knew him backward to the promotion of any good Design;
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but were it convenient, could give many Instances of his readiness to do good both by his Purse and Interest.
but were it convenient, could give many Instances of his readiness to do good both by his Purse and Interest.
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He was lovely in every Capacity, a good Subject, a true Patriot, a useful and honourable Member of the Church of Christ, a loving Husband, a careful Father, a kind Master,
He was lovely in every Capacity, a good Subject, a true Patriot, a useful and honourable Member of the Church of christ, a loving Husband, a careful Father, a kind Master,
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and a faithful and affectionate Friend. But he is gone, his place shall know him no more:
and a faithful and affectionate Friend. But he is gone, his place shall know him no more:
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having serv'd his own Generation by the Will of God, he is fallen asleep;
having served his own Generation by the Will of God, he is fallen asleep;
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God hath call'd him away in the midst of his days, when many unprofitable Servants are left behind.
God hath called him away in the midst of his days, when many unprofitable Servants Are left behind.
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Such a loss, so Publick, so General, ought to be bewailed.
Such a loss, so Public, so General, ought to be bewailed.
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Now a righteous Man is perish'd, a merciful Man is taken away, and we ought to lay it to heart.
Now a righteous Man is perished, a merciful Man is taken away, and we ought to lay it to heart.
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But let us not mourn as those that are without hope.
But let us not mourn as those that Are without hope.
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It would be a good Improvement of this Providence, if Men of Interest and Estate would imitate his Example.
It would be a good Improvement of this Providence, if Men of Interest and Estate would imitate his Exampl.
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That covetous narrow Spirit which prevails among the Professors of this day, is a great Reproach to our holy Religion.
That covetous narrow Spirit which prevails among the Professors of this day, is a great Reproach to our holy Religion.
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I close with a short Address to the mournful Relations of this worthy Person:
I close with a short Address to the mournful Relations of this worthy Person:
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Have a care of repining at the Hand of God, tho you have receiv'd a severe stroke.
Have a care of repining At the Hand of God, though you have received a severe stroke.
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He that has taken him from you, first gave him to you, and had a soveraign Right to dispose of him.
He that has taken him from you, First gave him to you, and had a sovereign Right to dispose of him.
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It highly becomes Creatures and Subjects to acquiesce in the Will of the supreme Lord.
It highly becomes Creatures and Subject's to acquiesce in the Will of the supreme Lord.
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God is righteous in all his Ways, and holy in all his Works, and his Will is always agreeable to infinite Wisdom.
God is righteous in all his Ways, and holy in all his Works, and his Will is always agreeable to infinite Wisdom.
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The ways of his Providence are all Mercy and Truth, even when he seems to walk contrary to them.
The ways of his Providence Are all Mercy and Truth, even when he seems to walk contrary to them.
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For your Comfort, think of that happy State into which your dearest Friend is enter'd; Death was a blessed Gain to him;
For your Comfort, think of that happy State into which your dearest Friend is entered; Death was a blessed Gain to him;
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he has thereby obtain'd a Post not to be exchanged for the highest Preferment in the Court of an Earthly Prince.
he has thereby obtained a Post not to be exchanged for the highest Preferment in the Court of an Earthly Prince.
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Be followers of him as he was of Christ. Study to serve your Lord in your Day and Generation with uncorrupted Fidelity;
Be followers of him as he was of christ. Study to serve your Lord in your Day and Generation with uncorrupted Fidis;
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so shall you also be own'd by him in the day of Account: he will then say to you, Well done good and faithful Servants;
so shall you also be owned by him in the day of Account: he will then say to you, Well done good and faithful Servants;
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You have been faithful over a few things, I will make you Ruler over many things:
You have been faithful over a few things, I will make you Ruler over many things:
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enter ye into the Joy of your Lord. FINIS.enter you into the Joy of your Lord. FINIS.
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