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SERMON I. GENESIS, xxviij. xij. xiij. 1. And he Dreamed, and behold, a Ladder set upon the Earth, and the top of it reached to Heaven:
SERMON I GENESIS, xxviij. xij. xiij. 1. And he Dreamed, and behold, a Ladder Set upon the Earth, and the top of it reached to Heaven:
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and behold the Angels of God ascending and descending on it.
and behold the Angels of God ascending and descending on it.
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2. And behold, the Lord stood above it, and said, I am the Lord God of Abraham, thy Father, &c. JACOB having got the Blessing, was sent away by Isaac his Father, and it is said verse 10. That he went from Beersheba, and went towards Haran. And2. And behold, the Lord stood above it, and said, I am the Lord God of Abraham, thy Father, etc. JACOB having god the Blessing, was sent away by Isaac his Father, and it is said verse 10. That he went from Beersheba, and went towards Haran. And
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Night coming on, he laid himself down to sleep, tho' he had but hard lodging, For he took of the Stones of the place,
Night coming on, he laid himself down to sleep, though he had but hard lodging, For he took of the Stones of the place,
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and put them for his Pillow. v. 11. And he Dreamed, and behold a Ladder, &c.and put them for his Pillow. v. 11. And he Dreamed, and behold a Ladder, etc.
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Jacob was like to meet with great Trouble, being forc'd to fly for fear of his Life; ( Esau being inraged against him, first for getting his Birth-right ;Jacob was like to meet with great Trouble, being forced to fly for Fear of his Life; (Esau being enraged against him, First for getting his Birthright;
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and now also his Blessing.) God no doubt gave him this Dream to succour and comfort him in his Journy;
and now also his Blessing.) God no doubt gave him this Dream to succour and Comfort him in his Journey;
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and not only so, but to discover a greater Good to him than his present Support;
and not only so, but to discover a greater Good to him than his present Support;
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even to make known by this Dream, the Messiah that should proceed from his Loyns, by whom he,
even to make known by this Dream, the Messiah that should proceed from his Loins, by whom he,
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and all his true Seed should ascend to Heaven, and be with God for ever. In my Text are Two Things to be noted. I. A Vision :
and all his true Seed should ascend to Heaven, and be with God for ever. In my Text Are Two Things to be noted. I. A Vision:
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viz. He saw a Ladder, the Top reaching to Heaven. II. An Oracle, or Voice from Heaven;
viz. He saw a Ladder, the Top reaching to Heaven. II an Oracle, or Voice from Heaven;
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God spake to him saying, I am the Lord thy God, &c.
God spoke to him saying, I am the Lord thy God, etc.
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It may be necessary to speak a little briefly by way of Explication, and chiefly to shew what may be either Primarily,
It may be necessary to speak a little briefly by Way of Explication, and chiefly to show what may be either Primarily,
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or more Remotely, or Subordinately signified, or held forth by this Ladder. 1. I understand by this Ladder directly, and Primarily is meant our Lord Jesus Christ:
or more Remotely, or Subordinately signified, or held forth by this Ladder. 1. I understand by this Ladder directly, and Primarily is meant our Lord jesus christ:
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Nor am I alone in this respect; for divers learned Men hint the same thing;
Nor am I alone in this respect; for diverse learned Men hint the same thing;
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among which I might mention our late 〈 ◊ 〉 upon the Holy Bible, on the place, be••• by Reverend Mr. Pool. He says, This Ladder represents Christ, by whom Heaven and Earth are united;
among which I might mention our late 〈 ◊ 〉 upon the Holy bible, on the place, be••• by Reverend Mr. Pool. He Says, This Ladder represents christ, by whom Heaven and Earth Are united;
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who is called the way to Heaven, which this Ladder was. Moreover, very evident it is, that our Saviour himself refers to Jacob's Ladder, Joh. 1.51.who is called the Way to Heaven, which this Ladder was. Moreover, very evident it is, that our Saviour himself refers to Jacob's Ladder, John 1.51.
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speaking of himself and of the Angels ascending and descending upon, the Son of Man.
speaking of himself and of the Angels ascending and descending upon, the Son of Man.
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2. But more Remotely or Subordinately it may refer (as some think) to the Church of Christ:
2. But more Remotely or Subordinately it may refer (as Some think) to the Church of christ:
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Some being on Earth, and others in Heaven; of their going from Earth to Heaven;
some being on Earth, and Others in Heaven; of their going from Earth to Heaven;
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and as thus, it may represent God's special Providence, and Care of Jacob, either Personally considered, or Mystically i. e.
and as thus, it may represent God's special Providence, and Care of Jacob, either Personally considered, or Mystically i. e.
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the whole Church, bearing the name of Jacob who by degree•.
the Whole Church, bearing the name of Jacob who by degree•.
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thro' the Providence and blessed Favour of God, and ministration of the Angels, ascend from a low State, to an exalted State,
through the Providence and blessed Favour of God, and ministration of the Angels, ascend from a low State, to an exalted State,
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or from a State of Grace on Earth, to a state of Glory in Heaven. It may represent (saith Mr. Pool ) to Jacob, the Providence of God;
or from a State of Grace on Earth, to a state of Glory in Heaven. It may represent (Says Mr. Pool) to Jacob, the Providence of God;
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who though he dwells in Heaven, extends his Care, and Goverment to the Earth; and particularly maketh use of Angels as ministering Spirits, for the good of his People;
who though he dwells in Heaven, extends his Care, and Government to the Earth; and particularly makes use of Angels as ministering Spirits, for the good of his People;
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who are not Idle but always in motion. Behold a Ladder, &c. ] This word, [ Behold, ] hath various Acceptations;who Are not Idle but always in motion. Behold a Ladder, etc. ] This word, [ Behold, ] hath various Acceptations;
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sometimes it calls for Observation, and Attention; and sometimes for Admiration; Behold what manner of Love is this!
sometime it calls for Observation, and Attention; and sometime for Admiration; Behold what manner of Love is this!
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&c. It may referr to both these in my Text: etc. It may refer to both these in my Text:
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Such a Ladder, the Foot standing upon the Earth, and the Top of it reaching to Heaven, calls both for diligent Attention, and Observation;Such a Ladder, the Foot standing upon the Earth, and the Top of it reaching to Heaven, calls both for diligent Attention, and Observation;
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and also for the highest Admiration.
and also for the highest Admiration.
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The Second Branch of this Vision is, That of the Angels of God ascending and descending upon this Ladder ▪ or upon the Son of Man:
The Second Branch of this Vision is, That of the Angels of God ascending and descending upon this Ladder ▪ or upon the Son of Man:
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Verily verily I say unto you, hereafter ye shall see Heaven open, and the Angels of God ascending, Verily verily I say unto you, hereafter you shall see Heaven open, and the Angels of God ascending,
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and descending upon the Son of Man. and descending upon the Son of Man.
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There are Two Things to be noted. 1. The Persons mentioned. 2. The Motions of the Persons.
There Are Two Things to be noted. 1. The Persons mentioned. 2. The Motions of the Persons.
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1. The Persons mentioned are the Angels of God. 2. The Motion of these Persons, they ascended, and descended, Reciprocally upon this Ladder ;
1. The Persons mentioned Are the Angels of God. 2. The Motion of these Persons, they ascended, and descended, Reciprocally upon this Ladder;
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that is, upon Christ, either Personally, or Mystically considered;
that is, upon christ, either Personally, or Mystically considered;
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and as one Observes, when they are said to ascend, they Minister to Christ Personally considered;
and as one Observes, when they Are said to ascend, they Minister to christ Personally considered;
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and when said to descend, they minister to Christ Mystically considered: i.e. to the Church. How the Angels minister to Christ, and to his Church, I purpose to speak unto,
and when said to descend, they minister to christ Mystically considered: i.e. to the Church. How the Angels minister to christ, and to his Church, I purpose to speak unto,
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and open that in one Sermon upon this Text, and shall therefore speak no more to it now.
and open that in one Sermon upon this Text, and shall Therefore speak no more to it now.
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And behold, the Lord God stood above it. And behold, the Lord God stood above it.
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In our Text this word [ behold ] is thrice repeated, which doubtless may den•te the important matter signified thereby.
In our Text this word [ behold ] is thrice repeated, which doubtless may den•te the important matter signified thereby.
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By the [ Lord God, ] I understand, GOD the FATHER, who is represented above it,
By the [ Lord God, ] I understand, GOD the FATHER, who is represented above it,
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as the contriver and maker of this mystical Ladder;
as the contriver and maker of this mystical Ladder;
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who indeed prepared the Body of Christ, and so found out this wonderful way to Heaven;
who indeed prepared the Body of christ, and so found out this wondered Way to Heaven;
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and said, I am the Lord thy God ; and said, I am the Lord thy God;
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that is in Christ, I am thy God, or a God in Covenant with thee Jacob, and with all thy true Spiritual Seed, who strive to ascend up to me by this glorious Medium: for doubtless, God the Father being above it, it doth also denote;
that is in christ, I am thy God, or a God in Covenant with thee Jacob, and with all thy true Spiritual Seed, who strive to ascend up to me by this glorious Medium: for doubtless, God the Father being above it, it does also denote;
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that this Ladder is the only way to the Father; No man cometh to the Father, but by me.
that this Ladder is the only Way to the Father; No man comes to the Father, but by me.
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So much by way of Explication.
So much by Way of Explication.
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I. Observ. ] God knows how (even by Dreams) to instruct and comfort his People.
I Observation ] God knows how (even by Dreams) to instruct and Comfort his People.
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The Apostle saith, That God at sundry times, and in divers manners, spake in times past unto the Fathers by the Prophets. Sometimes by Angels; sometimes by special Inspiration; The Apostle Says, That God At sundry times, and in diverse manners, spoke in times passed unto the Father's by the prophets. Sometime by Angels; sometime by special Inspiration;
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sometimes by Visions, and sometimes by Dreams; In a Dream, in a Vision of the Night ;
sometime by Visions, and sometime by Dreams; In a Dream, in a Vision of the Night;
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when deep Sleep falleth upon Men, in slumbring upon their Beds, then he openeth the ears of Men, and sealeth their Instruction. when deep Sleep falls upon Men, in slumbering upon their Beds, then he Openeth the ears of Men, and Sealeth their Instruction.
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I shall speak a little as to Dreams, in general, of wh•el• there are three sorts. 1. Natural Dreams. 2. Diabolical Dreams. 3. Divine Dreams.
I shall speak a little as to Dreams, in general, of wh•el• there Are three sorts. 1. Natural Dreams. 2. Diabolical Dreams. 3. Divine Dreams.
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1. Some Dreams are meer natural Dreams ; and these may arise from the Temperature of the Body;
1. some Dreams Are mere natural Dreams; and these may arise from the Temperature of the Body;
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Melancholy, and Flegmatick Persons, have their special Dreams; so have those that are of a Sanguine, or of a Cholerick Complexion: Melancholy, and Phlegmatic Persons, have their special Dreams; so have those that Are of a Sanguine, or of a Choleric Complexion:
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The First, as Naturalists observe, are inclined to Dream of things •en•ing to Sadness; perhaps of Death, of Graves or of dead Men. The Second, of Sottish things.
The First, as Naturalists observe, Are inclined to Dream of things •en•ing to Sadness; perhaps of Death, of Graves or of dead Men. The Second, of Sottish things.
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The Third, of Pleasant and Delightful things. The Fourth, of War, Blood, Contention ; or of Fighting, and Wranglings.
The Third, of Pleasant and Delightful things. The Fourth, of War, Blood, Contention; or of Fighting, and Wranglings.
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2. A Dream cometh through multitude of Business ;
2. A Dream comes through multitude of Business;
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Commonly (as Mr. Caryl observes) a Man Dreams at Night of what he hath been doing in the Day, as experience shews. Commonly (as Mr. Caryl observes) a Man Dreams At Night of what he hath been doing in the Day, as experience shows.
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3. Natural Dreams, some affirm are caused by the Diet, or Food which we eat, some Meat, especially inclining to some special thoughts and Dreams.
3. Natural Dreams, Some affirm Are caused by the Diet, or Food which we eat, Some Meat, especially inclining to Some special thoughts and Dreams.
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4. As the same Author noteth also, Natural Dreams arise from vehement Affections, to, or desire of, what we want; the Prophet signifieth;
4. As the same Author notes also, Natural Dreams arise from vehement Affections, to, or desire of, what we want; the Prophet signifies;
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The hungry Man Dreameth he Eateth, and the thirsty Man Dreameth he Drinketh: These are called Natural Dreams because they arise from Natural Causes; The hungry Man Dreameth he Eateth, and the thirsty Man Dreameth he Drinketh: These Are called Natural Dreams Because they arise from Natural Causes;
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or the rise of them are seated in Nature.
or the rise of them Are seated in Nature.
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Secondly, There are some Dreams that are no doubt Diabolical, or arise from the Injections of the Devil;Secondly, There Are Some Dreams that Are no doubt Diabolical, or arise from the Injections of the devil;
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I am subject to think, but few godly Christians, but by sad experience may find they at some times have been afflicted by filthy or hateful Dreams, dreaming of such things which their Souls abhor;
I am Subject to think, but few godly Christians, but by sad experience may find they At Some times have been afflicted by filthy or hateful Dreams, dreaming of such things which their Souls abhor;
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ask them, and they will tell you: The Devil well knows what Corruptions are in our Hearts, or in the Unregenerate part;
ask them, and they will tell you: The devil well knows what Corruptions Are in our Hearts, or in the Unregenerate part;
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and if God restrains him not, he may work upon, and stir up those evil Humours when we are asleep: Take Mr. Caryl 's words;
and if God restrains him not, he may work upon, and stir up those evil Humours when we Are asleep: Take Mr. Caryl is words;
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Satan is skilful and diligent in soliciting our Lusts and Corruptions both Day and Night, both Sleeping and Waking: Satan is skilful and diligent in soliciting our Lustiest and Corruptions both Day and Night, both Sleeping and Waking:
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Yea, the Devil can inspire false Doctrines and Opinions by Dreams, as well as provoke to wicked Practises of such Dreams:Yea, the devil can inspire false Doctrines and Opinions by Dreams, as well as provoke to wicked Practises of such Dreams:
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If there be among you a false Prophet, or a dreamer of Dreams, &c. False Prophets had many Dreams; If there be among you a false Prophet, or a dreamer of Dreams, etc. False prophets had many Dreams;
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and as the good Prophets had their Dreams from GOD, so the false Prophets had their Dreams from the Devil.
and as the good prophets had their Dreams from GOD, so the false prophets had their Dreams from the devil.
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All diabolical Dreams are either Dreams of Lies, or Falshood, like Satan himself; or else, Filthy and Defiling, for he is an unclean Spirit.
All diabolical Dreams Are either Dreams of Lies, or Falsehood, like Satan himself; or Else, Filthy and Defiling, for he is an unclean Spirit.
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Thirdly, There are some Divine Dreams. Dreams are of three sorts, saith Reverend Mr. Perkins: — Natural, arising from the Constitution of the Body. Thirdly, There Are Some Divine Dreams. Dreams Are of three sorts, Says Reverend Mr. Perkins: — Natural, arising from the Constitution of the Body.
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Diabolical, such as come by the Suggestion of the Devil. Divine, which come from God. Some Dreams may be called Divine Dreams ;Diabolical, such as come by the Suggestion of the devil. Divine, which come from God. some Dreams may be called Divine Dreams;
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1. Because they arise immediately from God's Spirit; it is the divine Spirit that Injects those Thoughts into our Hearts whilst we Sleep.
1. Because they arise immediately from God's Spirit; it is the divine Spirit that Injects those Thoughts into our Hearts while we Sleep.
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2. Because the Subject matter of them is Divine, Spiritual, or Heavenly;
2. Because the Subject matter of them is Divine, Spiritual, or Heavenly;
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God speaking hereby unto us, and sealing up either Instruction, Reproof, or Comfort to our Souls.
God speaking hereby unto us, and sealing up either Instruction, Reproof, or Comfort to our Souls.
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Mr. Caryl Notes Five Messages God sends Men by Dreams, which take as followeth.
Mr. Caryl Notes Five Messages God sends Men by Dreams, which take as follows.
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First, To Reprove, or Admonish: Thus God dealt with Abimelech in a Dream, that he should not meddle with Sarah ; First, To Reprove, or Admonish: Thus God dealt with Abimelech in a Dream, that he should not meddle with Sarah;
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and with Labon, that he should not hurt Jacob, or hinder him in his Journey back to his Father's House.
and with Labon, that he should not hurt Jacob, or hinder him in his Journey back to his Father's House.
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Secondly, God sends Dreams to instruct and inform: There are teaching Dreams, as that of Joseph was, not only to shew him what to do about Mary his espoused Wife,Secondly, God sends Dreams to instruct and inform: There Are teaching Dreams, as that of Joseph was, not only to show him what to do about Marry his espoused Wife,
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but to instruct him about the great Mystery of God manifested in the Flesh, to save lost Man.
but to instruct him about the great Mystery of God manifested in the Flesh, to save lost Man.
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Thirdly, Dreams are sent for Support, and Consolation in time of Trouble. [ Thus he cites Jacob's Dream in our •ext;Thirdly, Dreams Are sent for Support, and Consolation in time of Trouble. [ Thus he cites Jacob's Dream in our •ext;
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] God (saith he) comforted Jacob by that Dream when he was in a desolate Condition,
] God (Says he) comforted Jacob by that Dream when he was in a desolate Condition,
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and a•sured him of his Presence; but no doubt in it was contained as much Instruction as of Consolation.
and a•sured him of his Presence; but no doubt in it was contained as much Instruction as of Consolation.
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Fourthly, Some Dreams are sent of God upon a sad Message, to Afflict and Terrify;Fourthly, some Dreams Are sent of God upon a sad Message, to Afflict and Terrify;
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Job be moaned his Sufferings and Sorrows by such Dreams: When I say my Bed shall comfort me, my Couch shall ease my Complaint; Job be moaned his Sufferings and Sorrows by such Dreams: When I say my Bed shall Comfort me, my Couch shall ease my Complaint;
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then thou scarest me with Dreams, and terifiest me through Visions. Fifthly, God fore sheweth by Dreams, what shall come to pass:then thou scarest me with Dreams, and terifiest me through Visions. Fifthly, God before shows by Dreams, what shall come to pass:
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He reveals his own Counsels as to future Providences, by Dreams and Visions, the Seven Years of Famine were revealed to Pharoah in a Dream:
He reveals his own Counsels as to future Providences, by Dreams and Visions, the Seven years of Famine were revealed to Pharaoh in a Dream:
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and the great things of the Church, and of the World too, were revealed to Daniel in a Dream. and the great things of the Church, and of the World too, were revealed to daniel in a Dream.
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There are some who affirm that a Man is never in a sound, or deep Sleep when he Dreameth ;
There Are Some who affirm that a Man is never in a found, or deep Sleep when he Dreameth;
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which certainly is a great mistake:
which Certainly is a great mistake:
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For doth not the Text say, That a deep Sleep fell on Abraham when God by a Dream revealed to him what should become of his Posterity, For does not the Text say, That a deep Sleep fell on Abraham when God by a Dream revealed to him what should become of his Posterity,
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and how they should be in Egypt Four Hundred Years.
and how they should be in Egypt Four Hundred years.
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I find that Divines give several Reasons why God used to apply himself to Man by Dreams;
I find that Divines give several Reasons why God used to apply himself to Man by Dreams;
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or this way speaketh to him: Of which Mr. Caryl gives five Reasons:
or this Way speaks to him: Of which Mr. Caryl gives five Reasons:
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1. Because in Sleep, Man is (as I may say) at best leisure for God to deal with him;
1. Because in Sleep, Man is (as I may say) At best leisure for God to deal with him;
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he is not so busy nor distracted, or hurried with the Affairs of this Life:
he is not so busy nor distracted, or hurried with the Affairs of this Life:
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Some Men are so fill'd with earthly thoughts whilst awake, that they have no time, no leisure to hear what God hath either by his Word,
some Men Are so filled with earthly thoughts while awake, that they have no time, no leisure to hear what God hath either by his Word,
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or by Conscience to say unto them.
or by Conscience to say unto them.
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2. Because when they are awake, they are ready to debate and discuss what they receive by their own Reason, we are subject (as he observes) to Logick it with God,
2. Because when they Are awake, they Are ready to debate and discuss what they receive by their own Reason, we Are Subject (as he observes) to Logic it with God,
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or use Arguments to avoid sharp Convictions darted into the mind: But in Sleep we take things barely as offered, without Reasonings, or Disputings against it.
or use Arguments to avoid sharp Convictions darted into the mind: But in Sleep we take things barely as offered, without Reasonings, or Disputings against it.
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3. Because in Sleep, when all is still and quiet, that which God represents to us, takes more with the Soul,
3. Because in Sleep, when all is still and quiet, that which God represents to us, Takes more with the Soul,
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and leaves a deeper Impression upon the Mind of Man; for common experience teacheth us how Dreams, (and specially some) stick;
and leaves a Deeper Impression upon the Mind of Man; for Common experience Teaches us how Dreams, (and specially Some) stick;
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and how those Apprehensions which we have in our Sleep dwell with us, and abide in our Memory, when awake:
and how those Apprehensions which we have in our Sleep dwell with us, and abide in our Memory, when awake:
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Nay, perhaps some remarkable Dream we had Twenty, Thirty, nay, more than 40 years ago, are still fresh in our Minds, we finding it was of God and full of Instruction:
Nay, perhaps Some remarkable Dream we had Twenty, Thirty, nay, more than 40 Years ago, Are still fresh in our Minds, we finding it was of God and full of Instruction:
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As I could tell you of one I had when Young;
As I could tell you of one I had when Young;
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a discovery to me of those great Troubles and Sorrows I should meet with, I thought I was with the Lord Jesus,
a discovery to me of those great Troubles and Sorrows I should meet with, I Thought I was with the Lord jesus,
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and he gave me a touch, and bid me follow him;
and he gave me a touch, and bid me follow him;
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which I did, tho' I saw no form) and he spake to me, and told me, I should suffer hard things for his Sake;
which I did, though I saw no from) and he spoke to me, and told me, I should suffer hard things for his Sake;
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and soon after my Trials began, which were known to many, tho' this was between 30 and 40 years ago,
and soon After my Trials began, which were known to many, though this was between 30 and 40 Years ago,
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yet is as fresh in my Memory as if not above a Year since.
yet is as fresh in my Memory as if not above a Year since.
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4. Because the Lord hereby would clearly shew his Divine Skill in Teaching and Instructing Man;
4. Because the Lord hereby would clearly show his Divine Skill in Teaching and Instructing Man;
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or that he hath a peculiar way or art in Teaching:
or that he hath a peculiar Way or art in Teaching:
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He Teacheth so as none of the Wise Masters of Learning were ever able to Teach and Instruct their Schollars;
He Teaches so as none of the Wise Masters of Learning were ever able to Teach and Instruct their Scholars;
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there was never any Man could Teach another when Asleep;
there was never any Man could Teach Another when Asleep;
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they that are Taught ought to be more than Awake, they ought to exercise all their Senses, Care, and Diligence;
they that Are Taught ought to be more than Awake, they ought to exercise all their Senses, Care, and Diligence;
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but now God is such a Teacher, such an Instructor, that when we are Asleep, nay in a deep Sleep, he can convey Instruction, and Teach us his Lessons:
but now God is such a Teacher, such an Instructor, that when we Are Asleep, nay in a deep Sleep, he can convey Instruction, and Teach us his Lessons:
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This surely doth magnifie his Skill, Divine Wisdom and Power: Who but God can teach thus? As he can give a Heart t• Understand,
This surely does magnify his Skill, Divine Wisdom and Power: Who but God can teach thus? As he can give a Heart t• Understand,
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and can give Understanding to the Heart of Man, so he can teach us and discover himself, and 〈 ◊ 〉 up Instruction to us when we are asleep.
and can give Understanding to the Heart of Man, so he can teach us and discover himself, and 〈 ◊ 〉 up Instruction to us when we Are asleep.
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5. It may also be, because God would hereby assure us, •hat the So•l is a distinct Essence,
5. It may also be, Because God would hereby assure us, •hat the So•l is a distinct Essence,
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and hath it's distinct Operations from the Body;
and hath it's distinct Operations from the Body;
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and that even Death it self cannot deprive the Soul of Man of it's Working ▪ for what i• Sleep but a kind of Death? Sleep is a short Death,
and that even Death it self cannot deprive the Soul of Man of it's Working ▪ for what i• Sleep but a kind of Death? Sleep is a short Death,
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and Death is a long Sleep.
and Death is a long Sleep.
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Now, when the Bo•• is (as it were) laid aside, the Soul can go to work when the Body lyes like a Block, and stirs not;
Now, when the Bo•• is (as it were) laid aside, the Soul can go to work when the Body lies like a Block, and stirs not;
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the Soul can bestir it self, and act about many matters, and run it's thoughts to the utmost ends of the Earth without the help of the Bodily Organs, or Powers;
the Soul can Bestir it self, and act about many matters, and run it's thoughts to the utmost ends of the Earth without the help of the Bodily Organs, or Powers;
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yea, raise up the thoughts to the highest Heavens, in blessed intercourse with God himself. There is no need to prove matter of Fact that it 'tis so:
yea, raise up the thoughts to the highest Heavens, in blessed intercourse with God himself. There is no need to prove matter of Fact that it it's so:
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What Night, with reference to some or other, doth not utter this point of Knowledge? Nor, need I (saith the same Author) stay to prove that this is [ if not a Demonstrative ] yet a very Probable Argument of the distinct Substantiality of the Soul from the Body;
What Night, with Referente to Some or other, does not utter this point of Knowledge? Nor, need I (Says the same Author) stay to prove that this is [ if not a Demonstrative ] yet a very Probable Argument of the distinct Substantiality of the Soul from the Body;
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namely, it's Operations when the Body [ with all it's proper and peculiar Faculties and Powers ] is asleep,
namely, it's Operations when the Body [ with all it's proper and peculiar Faculties and Powers ] is asleep,
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and contributes nothing to those Operations: And tho' it may be objected, that irrationa• Creatures may have Dreams;
and contributes nothing to those Operations: And though it may be objected, that irrationa• Creatures may have Dreams;
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yet their Dreams do, no doubt, differ as much from those of Men as themselves do.
yet their Dreams do, no doubt, differ as much from those of Men as themselves do.
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To this effect Caryl, and other Learned Men speak. 1. But from hence I would not have people to regard all sorts of Dreams;
To this Effect Caryl, and other Learned Men speak. 1. But from hence I would not have people to regard all sorts of Dreams;
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especially considering as I hinted before, Satan hath such power admitted him, as sometimes to suggest evil and pernicious thoughts into our Minds when we are asleep; especially considering as I hinted before, Satan hath such power admitted him, as sometime to suggest evil and pernicious thoughts into our Minds when we Are asleep;
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some Dreams being Diabolical, and others arising from Natural Causes, and are Vain, and Ridiculous. 2. It therefore ought to be considered how we may know Divine Dreams from others:
Some Dreams being Diabolical, and Others arising from Natural Causes, and Are Vain, and Ridiculous. 2. It Therefore ought to be considered how we may know Divine Dreams from Others:
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And this be sure of, that whatsoever Dreams tend to draw the Soul from God,
And this be sure of, that whatsoever Dreams tend to draw the Soul from God,
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or to imbrace any Notion, or Doctrine that is repugnant to the Word of God, is not Divine;
or to embrace any Notion, or Doctrine that is repugnant to the Word of God, is not Divine;
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not from God, but from the Devil.
not from God, but from the devil.
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3. Moreover let no person now expect God should speak unto them by Dreams or Visions ;
3. Moreover let no person now expect God should speak unto them by Dreams or Visions;
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for tho' he did so frequently before Christ came, yet Now, in these last days, God hath spoken unto us by his Son ;
for though he did so frequently before christ Come, yet Now, in these last days, God hath spoken unto us by his Son;
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and we have a more sure Word of Prophecy: and we have a more sure Word of Prophecy:
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God now, [ as reverend Perkins notes ] doth not usually speak to us by Dreams,
God now, [ as reverend Perkins notes ] does not usually speak to us by Dreams,
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yet he being a free Agent, may so do if he please;
yet he being a free Agent, may so do if he please;
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and no doubt, sometimes he doth thus speak [ tho' not commonly ] for the Instruction and Consolation of his People.
and no doubt, sometime he does thus speak [ though not commonly ] for the Instruction and Consolation of his People.
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Yet let a•• take heed they are not deceived by Dreams: Luthe• observes how many in his time were deluded b• Dreams, and Visions ;
Yet let a•• take heed they Are not deceived by Dreams: Luthe• observes how many in his time were deluded b• Dreams, and Visions;
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which they falsly attribute• to God, as the immediate Author of them, and fro• hence prayed earnestly about two things.
which they falsely attribute• to God, as the immediate Author of them, and fro• hence prayed earnestly about two things.
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1. That God would give him a good Understanding of the Scriptures, and of his Mind revealed therein.
1. That God would give him a good Understanding of the Scriptures, and of his Mind revealed therein.
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2. That he would not send him Dreams or Visions, Yea, [ saith he ] I contracted with God that h• would not:
2. That he would not send him Dreams or Visions, Yea, [ Says he ] I contracted with God that h• would not:
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Brethren the holy Scriptures are those sacred Oracles by which God speaks to us, and 〈 ◊ 〉 them i• contained all things which are necessary for us to know as to Faith, and Practice;
Brothers the holy Scriptures Are those sacred Oracles by which God speaks to us, and 〈 ◊ 〉 them i• contained all things which Are necessary for us to know as to Faith, and Practice;
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being sufficient to make every Man Wise to Salvation thro' Faith in Jesus Christ, and Perfect, throughly furnished unto all good Works:
being sufficient to make every Man Wise to Salvation through Faith in jesus christ, and Perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good Works:
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Therefore certainly such that are not satisfied to adhere to the holy Scriptures as a sufficient Rule in all points of Faith,
Therefore Certainly such that Are not satisfied to adhere to the holy Scriptures as a sufficient Rule in all points of Faith,
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and Practice ▪ but desire God to speak unto them by Dreams, o• Visions, are deluded by Satan,
and Practice ▪ but desire God to speak unto them by Dreams, o• Visions, Are deluded by Satan,
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and do thereby cas• great contempt upon the holy Scriptures.
and do thereby cas• great contempt upon the holy Scriptures.
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But no more as to Dreams in general, we will now come to this remarkable Dream, and Vision Jacob had: And behold a Ladder, &c.
But no more as to Dreams in general, we will now come to this remarkable Dream, and Vision Jacob had: And behold a Ladder, etc.
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II. Observ. ] The Lord Jesus may fuly be compare• to a Ladder that is set upon the Earth, II Observation ] The Lord jesus may Fully be compare• to a Ladder that is Set upon the Earth,
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and the To• of it reaching to Heaven. This Proposition I shall open God assisting. — And,and the To• of it reaching to Heaven. This Proposition I shall open God assisting. — And,
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First, I shall run a parallel between Jesus Christ, and Jacob's Ladder. And Shew that Christ may be compared to Jacob's Ladder. In respect both of his Person, and Offices. Now,First, I shall run a parallel between jesus christ, and Jacob's Ladder. And Show that christ may be compared to Jacob's Ladder. In respect both of his Person, and Offices. Now,
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Before I proceed I know not, my Brethren, why we may not run the Parallel so far as there is a clear Parity,
Before I proceed I know not, my Brothers, why we may not run the Parallel so Far as there is a clear Parity,
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and it is consistent with the Analogy of Faith.
and it is consistent with the Analogy of Faith.
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1. A Ladder is the contrivance of the Wisdom of Man, for the reaching, attaining, or doing of some thing which the Author designed thereby to do:
1. A Ladder is the contrivance of the Wisdom of Man, for the reaching, attaining, or doing of Some thing which the Author designed thereby to do:
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So JESUS CHRIST as Mediator, GOD-MAN in one Person, is the rare and wonderful contrivance of the infinite Wisdom of God,
So JESUS CHRIST as Mediator, GOD-MAN in one Person, is the rare and wondered contrivance of the infinite Wisdom of God,
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for his attaining, or accomplishment of his own most glorious design, and purpose, which is the Glory and Exaltation of his own Name,
for his attaining, or accomplishment of his own most glorious Design, and purpose, which is the Glory and Exaltation of his own Name,
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and the Salvation of his Elect, who on this Mystical Ladder must ascend to Heaven.
and the Salvation of his Elect, who on this Mystical Ladder must ascend to Heaven.
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2. A Ladder is a proper means, or Medium to attain to that thing, or accomplish that work which it was contrived,
2. A Ladder is a proper means, or Medium to attain to that thing, or accomplish that work which it was contrived,
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or made for, and possibly, without which Medium it was impossible for the Person to reach to that thing,
or made for, and possibly, without which Medium it was impossible for the Person to reach to that thing,
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or do that work which he designed, and purposed to attain unto, or to accomplish, and bring to pass:
or do that work which he designed, and purposed to attain unto, or to accomplish, and bring to pass:
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So JESUS CHRIST is the only way, and means which GOD hath found out to bring us to Heaven.
So JESUS CHRIST is the only Way, and means which GOD hath found out to bring us to Heaven.
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The Builders of Babel thought to get up to Heaven by a contrivance of their own,The Builders of Babel Thought to get up to Heaven by a contrivance of their own,
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even by erecting a mighty Tower, the top of which (they said) should reach to Heaven ; but they were soon confounded:
even by erecting a mighty Tower, the top of which (they said) should reach to Heaven; but they were soon confounded:
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And like to them Mystery-babylon hath sought out other ways to Heaven, then by this Mystical Ladder Jesus Christ;
And like to them Mystery-babylon hath sought out other ways to Heaven, then by this Mystical Ladder jesus christ;
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they think to get Justification, and eternal Life by their own good Works, and by other Sacrifices (then by the one Sacrifice of the Cross ) which they offer up for the living, and the dead; but they are but Babel-builders ;
they think to get Justification, and Eternal Life by their own good Works, and by other Sacrifices (then by the one Sacrifice of the Cross) which they offer up for the living, and the dead; but they Are but Babel builders;
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even blind, and deceived Wretches, whom God hath confounded, and will confound:
even blind, and deceived Wretches, whom God hath confounded, and will confound:
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Brethren, there is no other way nor means to obtain eternal Life, but by Jesus Christ alone:
Brothers, there is no other Way nor means to obtain Eternal Life, but by jesus christ alone:
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I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life; no Man cometh unto the Father but by me: I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life; no Man comes unto the Father but by me:
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Jesus Christ went to Heaven, as our blessed Head, and Representative, by his own Blood ; by his own Blood, he entered in once, into thy holy Place ;
jesus christ went to Heaven, as our blessed Head, and Representative, by his own Blood; by his own Blood, he entered in once, into thy holy Place;
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to shew that there is no other way by which Sinners can go to Heaven this only suiting with the Wisdom of God, and every ways answering his own glorious Purpose and Design in manifesting,
to show that there is no other Way by which Sinners can go to Heaven this only suiting with the Wisdom of God, and every ways answering his own glorious Purpose and Design in manifesting,
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and magnifying the Glory of all his blessed Attributes, and making the Law honourable by Christ• fulfilling all the Precepts thereof,
and magnifying the Glory of all his blessed Attributes, and making the Law honourable by Christ• fulfilling all the Precepts thereof,
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and bearing the penalty of it, to free us from the Curse thereof: Some think to get to Heaven by a Sober, Moral Life;
and bearing the penalty of it, to free us from the Curse thereof: some think to get to Heaven by a Sobrium, Moral Life;
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others by their own Faith, and inherent Holiness, and Obedience to the precepts of the Gospel,
Others by their own Faith, and inherent Holiness, and obedience to the Precepts of the Gospel,
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but in opposition to all these 〈 ◊ 〉, Christ is the Way• it is by his Righteousness alone, we are Justified in the sight of God, his perfect Obedience to the Law, is our Title to eternal Life, and by his death (who bore Hell pangs for us) we are delivered from everlasting Wrath, and Condemnation;
but in opposition to all these 〈 ◊ 〉, christ is the Way• it is by his Righteousness alone, we Are Justified in the sighed of God, his perfect obedience to the Law, is our Title to Eternal Life, and by his death (who boar Hell pangs for us) we Are Delivered from everlasting Wrath, and Condemnation;
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Neither is there Salvation in any other: For there is no other Name given under Heaven, whereby we must be Saved; Neither is there Salvation in any other: For there is no other Name given under Heaven, whereby we must be Saved;
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For either Soul or Body, there is no other Person, no other Sacrifice, no other Righteousness, no other way, or thing:
For either Soul or Body, there is no other Person, no other Sacrifice, no other Righteousness, no other Way, or thing:
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But by this Mystical Ladder Jesus Christ alone, by which we can be Saved. 3. A Ladder must be long enough to to reach the thing desi•ed:
But by this Mystical Ladder jesus christ alone, by which we can be Saved. 3. A Ladder must be long enough to to reach the thing desi•ed:
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Now Jesus Christ, in respect of his two Natures, is prepared so by the Wisdom of God, that in his Person he may be said to reach from Earth unto Heaven.
Now jesus christ, in respect of his two Nature's, is prepared so by the Wisdom of God, that in his Person he may be said to reach from Earth unto Heaven.
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1. As touching his Humane Nature, which is the F•ot of this Ladder; this stands as it were upon the Earth: — And,
1. As touching his Humane Nature, which is the F•ot of this Ladder; this Stands as it were upon the Earth: — And,
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2. As touching his divine Nature, which is the Top of the Ladder; this reacheth unto Heaven;
2. As touching his divine Nature, which is the Top of the Ladder; this reaches unto Heaven;
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and in these two Natures in the Person of Christ, we have what is represented by Jacob 's Ladder;
and in these two Nature's in the Person of christ, we have what is represented by Jacob is Ladder;
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for as these two Natures are in his Person united together, Heaven and Earth are united together:
for as these two Nature's Are in his Person united together, Heaven and Earth Are united together:
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And now that he is God, see John, 1.1.2. In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. And now that he is God, see John, 1.1.2. In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
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Christ, in respect of his divine Nature, is here called the Word ; he was before the beginning of the Word, even 〈 ◊ 〉 everlasting; or ever the Earth w•s ;
christ, in respect of his divine Nature, is Here called the Word; he was before the beginning of the Word, even 〈 ◊ 〉 everlasting; or ever the Earth w•s;
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He was with God, and was God, not a Creature ;
He was with God, and was God, not a Creature;
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he was not Created at the beginning, but was the Creator, the Maker of Heaven and Earth;
he was not Created At the beginning, but was the Creator, the Maker of Heaven and Earth;
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all things were made by him ; not as the Instrumental Cause of all things, or any Instrument in the Father's hand,all things were made by him; not as the Instrumental Cause of all things, or any Instrument in the Father's hand,
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but as a Principle Efficient Cause of all things: Without controversie, great is the mystery of Godliness;
but as a Principle Efficient Cause of all things: Without controversy, great is the mystery of Godliness;
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God was manifest in the Flesh. The Word was made Flesh, and dweit among us : That is the Son of God, or second Person in the Trinity : God was manifest in the Flesh. The Word was made Flesh, and dweit among us: That is the Son of God, or second Person in the Trinity:
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The Evangelist (as one observes) rather saith, he was made Flesh, then he was made Man, more plainly to distinguish the two Natures in Christ;
The Evangelist (as one observes) rather Says, he was made Flesh, then he was made Man, more plainly to distinguish the two Nature's in christ;
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to assert the truth of his Humane Nature; to let us know that Christ assumed his Humane Nature in common;
to assert the truth of his Humane Nature; to let us know that christ assumed his Humane Nature in Common;
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not the particular Nature of any;
not the particular Nature of any;
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it is not said he was changed into Flesh, but by his assuming it, he was made Flesh, or He, the Word, Took upon him the See• of Abraham, even, the same common Nature of all the Elect.
it is not said he was changed into Flesh, but by his assuming it, he was made Flesh, or He, the Word, Took upon him the See• of Abraham, even, the same Common Nature of all the Elect.
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Brethren, Jesus Christ is perfect God, and perfect Man, in one Person, therefore his Person may truly be said to reach from Earth to Heaven. Pray Observe;Brothers, jesus christ is perfect God, and perfect Man, in one Person, Therefore his Person may truly be said to reach from Earth to Heaven. Pray Observe;
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Jacob saw the Foot of the Ladder to stand upon the Earth. The Foot went not lower than the Earth: Jacob saw the Foot of the Ladder to stand upon the Earth. The Foot went not lower than the Earth:
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this might signify Christ should take upon him the Seed of Abraham, or the Nature of Man, not the Nature of Angels;
this might signify christ should take upon him the Seed of Abraham, or the Nature of Man, not the Nature of Angels;
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it was to raise to Heaven the Inhabitants of the Earth, not the infernal Spirits, or Devils of Hell: Had the foot of the Ladder only reached to the Air,
it was to raise to Heaven the Inhabitants of the Earth, not the infernal Spirits, or Devils of Hell: Had the foot of the Ladder only reached to the Air,
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or come down into the middle Centre of the Earth, it might have seemed doubtful,
or come down into the middle Centre of the Earth, it might have seemed doubtful,
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whether st was prepared for Fallen Angels, or for fallen Mankind, to get up to Heaven;
whither Saint was prepared for Fallen Angels, or for fallen Mankind, to get up to Heaven;
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but the foot of it standing on the Earth, denotes, no doubt, the same thing which the Apostle speaks;
but the foot of it standing on the Earth, denotes, no doubt, the same thing which the Apostle speaks;
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Verily he took not hold on the Nature of Angels, but of the Seed of Abraham he taketh hold. Verily he took not hold on the Nature of Angels, but of the Seed of Abraham he Takes hold.
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First, It was requisite He should be MAN, and so have his Foot upon the Earth. First, It was requisite He should be MAN, and so have his Foot upon the Earth.
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1. That he might in our Nature perform that perfect Obedience to the holy Law of God, which was required of Mankind; 1. That he might in our Nature perform that perfect obedience to the holy Law of God, which was required of Mankind;
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for no Righteousness short of that can Justify us, or carry us to Heaven.
for no Righteousness short of that can Justify us, or carry us to Heaven.
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2. He must be Man, that he might be capable to Suffer and Dye for Mankind;
2. He must be Man, that he might be capable to Suffer and Die for Mankind;
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God considered simply in himself, could not dye.
God considered simply in himself, could not die.
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3. Because the Justice of God required the same Nature which Sinned, to suffer even the same Nature that broke the Law, to dye,
3. Because the justice of God required the same Nature which Sinned, to suffer even the same Nature that broke the Law, to die,
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and to bear the Wrath of God.
and to bear the Wrath of God.
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4. He must be Man, that so he might Simpathize with us, or have a feeling of our Infirmities;
4. He must be Man, that so he might Sympathise with us, or have a feeling of our Infirmities;
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it must be such a Nature of Man that was cloathed with Infirmities, which we have,
it must be such a Nature of Man that was clothed with Infirmities, which we have,
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or are atttended with since the Fall, because he came to raise fallen Man: Now our Infirmities are of two sorts. 1st. Penal and Painful. 2ly, Sinful and Culpable Infirmities.
or Are atttended with since the Fallen, Because he Come to raise fallen Man: Now our Infirmities Are of two sorts. 1st. Penal and Painful. 2ly, Sinful and Culpable Infirmities.
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It was the first of these Christ did take;
It was the First of these christ did take;
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he had a Nature that could Hunger and Thir•• 〈 ◊ 〉 be Weary, and suffer Pain and Misery both 〈 ◊ 〉 and Body, as we are liable to;
he had a Nature that could Hunger and Thir•• 〈 ◊ 〉 be Weary, and suffer Pain and Misery both 〈 ◊ 〉 and Body, as we Are liable to;
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We have 〈 … 〉-Priest which cannot be touched with ••e feeling of ••r Infirmities, We have 〈 … 〉-Priest which cannot be touched with ••e feeling of ••r Infirmities,
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but was in all points Tempted like as we are, yet without Sin. This shews he was really Man,but was in all points Tempted like as we Are, yet without Sin. This shows he was really Man,
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or had a true Humane (tho not a Sinful) Nature:
or had a true Humane (though not a Sinful) Nature:
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It behoved him to be made like unto •is Brethren, that he might be a merciful, and faithful High-Priest in things pertaining to God, to make Reconciliation for the Sins of the People: It behooved him to be made like unto •is Brothers, that he might be a merciful, and faithful High-Priest in things pertaining to God, to make Reconciliation for the Sins of the People:
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For in that he himself hath suffered being Tempted, he is able to succour them that are Tempted. For in that he himself hath suffered being Tempted, he is able to succour them that Are Tempted.
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Secondly, It was necessary also that he should be GOD.Secondly, It was necessary also that he should be GOD.
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1. That he might reach Heaven, I mean the full demands of God's Justice, by way of Satisfaction:
1. That he might reach Heaven, I mean the full demands of God's justice, by Way of Satisfaction:
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A mere Man could not satisfy infinite Justice, or make up that Wrong our Sins ha• done to God ;
A mere Man could not satisfy infinite justice, or make up that Wrong our Sins ha• done to God;
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but seeing both the Natures in Christ make but one Person, when Christ dyed, he that was truly God dyed:
but seeing both the Nature's in christ make but one Person, when christ died, he that was truly God died:
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Hence it is said, God purchased the Church with his own Blood: Which was an infinite Satisfaction to divine Justice:
Hence it is said, God purchased the Church with his own Blood: Which was an infinite Satisfaction to divine justice:
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had we all lain in Hell for ever, we could not have paid one Farthing of that Debt we owed to God ;
had we all lain in Hell for ever, we could not have paid one Farthing of that Debt we owed to God;
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and because we could not Satisfy, therefore must have Suffered for ever.
and Because we could not Satisfy, Therefore must have Suffered for ever.
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2. That he might sustain in his Body the Wrath of God, and severe Punishment due to us for our Sins;
2. That he might sustain in his Body the Wrath of God, and severe Punishment due to us for our Sins;
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for none but he that was God could bear so great a Burden and heavy Wrath,
for none but he that was God could bear so great a Burden and heavy Wrath,
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as all the Sins of the Elect were, and did incur:
as all the Sins of the Elect were, and did incur:
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Suppose the Sins but of one Person, (and he be none of the greatest Sinners neither) yet if charged upon him, would they not sink him down to Hell;
Suppose the Sins but of one Person, (and he be none of the greatest Sinners neither) yet if charged upon him, would they not sink him down to Hell;
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Oh! what Power, what Strength then, save the Strength of an infinite Person, could bear,
Oh! what Power, what Strength then, save the Strength of an infinite Person, could bear,
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as well as satisfy for, all the Sins of so many Thousand Persons, even the whole number of God's Elect.
as well as satisfy for, all the Sins of so many Thousand Persons, even the Whole number of God's Elect.
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3. He must be God that he might be able to overcome all our Enemies, not only for us,
3. He must be God that he might be able to overcome all our Enemies, not only for us,
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but also in us, and preserve us from the greatest Evils, and bestow upon us the greatest Good: He must lay his Hands upon both;
but also in us, and preserve us from the greatest Evils, and bestow upon us the greatest Good: He must lay his Hands upon both;
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viz. He must bring God down to us, and carry us up to God ; I mean reconcile God to Man, and Man to God, which he could not do,viz. He must bring God down to us, and carry us up to God; I mean reconcile God to Man, and Man to God, which he could not do,
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unless he be God blessed for evermore: how could he know our Hearts, our Wan• our Necessities,
unless he be God blessed for evermore: how could he know our Hearts, our Wan• our Necessities,
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except he was the Eternal Go• ▪ How also could he Quicken us, and raise us from 〈 ◊ 〉 Dead,
except he was the Eternal Go• ▪ How also could he Quicken us, and raise us from 〈 ◊ 〉 Dead,
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and destroy the Power of Satan in o• Souls, and take away that cursed Enmity, which naturally is in our Hearts against God?
and destroy the Power of Satan in o• Souls, and take away that cursed Enmity, which naturally is in our Hearts against God?
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Now, thus we may clearly perceive, that the Spiritual Ladder is long enough to reach from Earth to Heaven.
Now, thus we may clearly perceive, that the Spiritual Ladder is long enough to reach from Earth to Heaven.
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Fourthly, As a Ladder must be long enough 〈 ◊ 〉 reach to the thing or place desired,Fourthly, As a Ladder must be long enough 〈 ◊ 〉 reach to the thing or place desired,
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so also must be broad or wide enough, if there are mo•• than one to go up,
so also must be broad or wide enough, if there Are mo•• than one to go up,
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even many Persons, it must 〈 ◊ 〉 wide enough for them all Even so this Ladder this way, is broad enoug• for so many that are appointed,
even many Persons, it must 〈 ◊ 〉 wide enough for them all Even so this Ladder this Way, is broad enoug• for so many that Are appointed,
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or ordained to g• to Heaven, or to be Saved.
or ordained to g• to Heaven, or to be Saved.
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Brethren, Christ is a 〈 ◊ 〉 Way, or Medium to carry all the Elect to Heaven Not One, but All.
Brothers, christ is a 〈 ◊ 〉 Way, or Medium to carry all the Elect to Heaven Not One, but All.
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1. In that he took not into Union with his Divine Nature, the Single Person of any,
1. In that he took not into union with his Divine Nature, the Single Person of any,
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but th• common Nature of all that Sinned, who shal• be Saved. Take here what a worthy Write Notes:
but th• Common Nature of all that Sinned, who shal• be Saved. Take Here what a worthy writ Notes:
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If Christ had only taken the Person 〈 ◊ 〉 a Man, then there must have been two Persons 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ, a Person Assuming,
If christ had only taken the Person 〈 ◊ 〉 a Man, then there must have been two Persons 〈 ◊ 〉 christ, a Person Assuming,
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and a Person Assumed, yea, then that only Person which Christ Assumed, should have been advanced,
and a Person Assumed, yea, then that only Person which christ Assumed, should have been advanced,
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and Saved, 〈 ◊ 〉 should have Saved that Person, and no other, 〈 ◊ 〉 he had Assumed the Person of a Man;
and Saved, 〈 ◊ 〉 should have Saved that Person, and no other, 〈 ◊ 〉 he had Assumed the Person of a Man;
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with us the Soul and Body united make a Person, but in Christ the Soul and Body were so united as to have their subsistance, not of themselves, (as in us) but in the God-head:
with us the Soul and Body united make a Person, but in christ the Soul and Body were so united as to have their subsistence, not of themselves, (as in us) but in the Godhead:
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No sooner was the Soul united to the Body, but both Soul and Body had subsistance i• the second Person in the Trinity.
No sooner was the Soul united to the Body, but both Soul and Body had subsistence i• the second Person in the Trinity.
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So not the Assuming of a Person, but the Nature of Man, common to all, &c. He took not the Nature of Angels, b•• the Seed of Abraham:
So not the Assuming of a Person, but the Nature of Man, Common to all, etc. He took not the Nature of Angels, b•• the Seed of Abraham:
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Tho• it was the common Nature of all Men, or of all the Sons and Daughter• of Adam, which he took,
Tho• it was the Common Nature of all Men, or of all the Sons and Daughter• of Adam, which he took,
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yet the Holy Ghost calls it the Seed of Abraham, intimating that the design, and purpose of God was, that Christ should die for no more than were comprehended in the Election of Grace;
yet the Holy Ghost calls it the Seed of Abraham, intimating that the Design, and purpose of God was, that christ should die for no more than were comprehended in the Election of Grace;
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Christ is not a common head to all Adam 's Seed ; no, but only of them that the Father gave to him.
christ is not a Common head to all Adam is Seed; no, but only of them that the Father gave to him.
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2. So many as were ordained to eternal Life, shall by Christ be saved:
2. So many as were ordained to Eternal Life, shall by christ be saved:
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True, the Blood of Christ hath vertue, or worth enough in it to save the whole World,
True, the Blood of christ hath virtue, or worth enough in it to save the Whole World,
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but it can be effectual to none but to those for whom it was shed, or to them to whom the Holy Ghost doth apply it;
but it can be effectual to none but to those for whom it was shed, or to them to whom the Holy Ghost does apply it;
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which is to all that do believe, all that Christ died for, he prayed for,
which is to all that do believe, all that christ died for, he prayed for,
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and doth now interce•d for, that they may receive of the Merits of his Blood; (but he did not pray for the World) yet he tis able to save to the uttermost, (even to the last round of the Ladder) all that come to God by him, seeing he ever lives (observe it) to make intercession for them.
and does now interce•d for, that they may receive of the Merits of his Blood; (but he did not pray for the World) yet he this able to save to the uttermost, (even to the last round of the Ladder) all that come to God by him, seeing he ever lives (observe it) to make Intercession for them.
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No Man can ascend this Ladder without the mighty power of God; nay, no Man can come to it except the Father draw him;
No Man can ascend this Ladder without the mighty power of God; nay, no Man can come to it except the Father draw him;
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the Election of the Father, the Redemption of the Son, and the Application of the Spirit are of like, and the same Extention.
the Election of the Father, the Redemption of the Son, and the Application of the Spirit Are of like, and the same Extension.
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All that the Father hath given to me, shall come unto me ; All that the Father hath given to me, shall come unto me;
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the Holy Spirit will enlighten them, work Faith in them, bring them all to take hold of, and ascend this Ladder:
the Holy Spirit will enlighten them, work Faith in them, bring them all to take hold of, and ascend this Ladder:
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So wide as the spe•i•l love of God is, so wide is this spiritual Ladder,
So wide as the spe•i•l love of God is, so wide is this spiritual Ladder,
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and it is indeed so broad that Three Thousand Persons could set their Feet upon it, and ascend up at one, and the same time:
and it is indeed so broad that Three Thousand Persons could Set their Feet upon it, and ascend up At one, and the same time:
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no ' Man ever by an act of true and saving Faith attempted to ascend thereon, that found it too narrow,
no ' Man ever by an act of true and Saving Faith attempted to ascend thereon, that found it too narrow,
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and straight for him, tho' the way to Heaven comparatively is narrow.
and straight for him, though the Way to Heaven comparatively is narrow.
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Fifthly, A Ladder which reacheth from Earth unto Heaven, ought also to be exceeding strong and firm.Fifthly, A Ladder which reaches from Earth unto Heaven, ought also to be exceeding strong and firm.
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Now, Jesus Christ, this spiritual Ladder; tho' he be Man, yet he is also God, the most high God, Co-eternal, Co-essential, and Co-equal with the Father; Now, jesus christ, this spiritual Ladder; though he be Man, yet he is also God, the most high God, Coeternal, Coessential, and Coequal with the Father;
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and therefore he is mighty strong ▪ he is able to bear the weight of all our Sins,
and Therefore he is mighty strong ▪ he is able to bear the weight of all our Sins,
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and of our Persons, and Infirmities; He is mighty to save: Cast thy Burden on the Lord, and he shall sustain thee.
and of our Persons, and Infirmities; He is mighty to save: Cast thy Burden on the Lord, and he shall sustain thee.
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Though he is represented in our Text by a Ladder, yet he is also called a Rock, a strong Rock, a high Rock, an everlasting Rock ;
Though he is represented in our Text by a Ladder, yet he is also called a Rock, a strong Rock, a high Rock, an everlasting Rock;
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and pray what is firmer than a Rock ▪ A Rock is locus exelus, a high place; and pray what is firmer than a Rock ▪ A Rock is locus exelus, a high place;
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Rocks, as One notes, tho' they have their Roots very low, and deep, yet their Tops are high and •o •ring ▪ and lifted up above the surface of other pa••• of the Earth:
Rocks, as One notes, though they have their Roots very low, and deep, yet their Tops Are high and •o •ring ▪ and lifted up above the surface of other pa••• of the Earth:
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Some Rocks reach to the Cloud•; the Lord J•sus is a high Rock, in regard of the Dignity of his Person;
some Rocks reach to the Cloud•; the Lord J•sus is a high Rock, in regard of the Dignity of his Person;
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He that cometh 〈 ◊ 〉 H•aven is above all : He is the brightnes• 〈 ◊ 〉 the Father's Glory ; He that comes 〈 ◊ 〉 H•aven is above all: He is the brightnes• 〈 ◊ 〉 the Father's Glory;
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God hath exalted him, and given him a Name above every Name. A Ro•• 〈 ◊ 〉 locus stabilis a place of Firmness, and Stability;
God hath exalted him, and given him a Name above every Name. A Ro•• 〈 ◊ 〉 locus stabilis a place of Firmness, and Stability;
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Rocks keep their place, and move not ▪ Now this Ladder is as firm as a Rock, Christ is the power of God, Originally, Essentially, 〈 ◊ 〉, Perfectly without Alteration, without Diminition.
Rocks keep their place, and move not ▪ Now this Ladder is as firm as a Rock, christ is the power of God, Originally, Essentially, 〈 ◊ 〉, Perfectly without Alteration, without Diminition.
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1. In Christ, all the Attributes of God are united together, to save all that venture on him;
1. In christ, all the Attributes of God Are united together, to save all that venture on him;
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Justice and Mercy in him are met together, and Fiss each other; justice and Mercy in him Are met together, and Fiss each other;
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He is the Man of God's Right Hand, made strong for himself, as well as for us. He is the Man of God's Right Hand, made strong for himself, as well as for us.
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2. Christ is not only Strong, as Mediator, in respect of his Person, but also by God's Eternal De•ree and Purpose;
2. christ is not only Strong, as Mediator, in respect of his Person, but also by God's Eternal De•ree and Purpose;
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God's absolute Decrees are compared to Mountains of Brass ; he is fixed, and stands firm and sure, by God's Eternal Purpose; hence called a sure Foundation :
God's absolute Decrees Are compared to Mountains of Brass; he is fixed, and Stands firm and sure, by God's Eternal Purpose; hence called a sure Foundation:
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No need to fear venturing up upon such a Ladder ; should Millions of Sinners at once get upon it, 'tis strong enough to bear them, No need to Fear venturing up upon such a Ladder; should Millions of Sinners At once get upon it, it's strong enough to bear them,
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tho they are never so heavy laden with Sin and Iniquity: He that hath born the weight of Divine Wrath,
though they Are never so heavy laden with since and Iniquity: He that hath born the weight of Divine Wrath,
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and Vengeance, can bear, and sustain the weight of all that come unto him, and venture themselves upon him by Faith and Dependance,
and Vengeance, can bear, and sustain the weight of all that come unto him, and venture themselves upon him by Faith and Dependence,
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tho' never so vile and notorious Sinners. Sixthly, A Ladder so exceeding high, must have many Rounds, or Gradations to ascend by.
though never so vile and notorious Sinners. Sixthly, A Ladder so exceeding high, must have many Rounds, or Gradations to ascend by.
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So Jesus Christ, in undertaking our Salvation, proceeded gradually, Step by Step.
So jesus christ, in undertaking our Salvation, proceeded gradually, Step by Step.
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1. He came down from Heaven to fix his Foot in our Nature upon the Earth.
1. He Come down from Heaven to fix his Foot in our Nature upon the Earth.
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2. He was Incarnate, or assumed a Body prepared for him by the Father; A Body hast thou prepared me.
2. He was Incarnate, or assumed a Body prepared for him by the Father; A Body hast thou prepared me.
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3. He was Born of a Virgin, tho' without Sin: That's the third Gradation.
3. He was Born of a Virgae, though without since: That's the third Gradation.
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4. He lived a Holy and Spiritual Life, in exact Conformity to that holy Law which we had broken and violated, to procure a Title for us unto Eternal Life.
4. He lived a Holy and Spiritual Life, in exact Conformity to that holy Law which we had broken and violated, to procure a Title for us unto Eternal Life.
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5. He died the Cursed death of the Cross to satisfy divine Justice for us; and in our stead.
5. He died the Cursed death of the Cross to satisfy divine justice for us; and in our stead.
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6. He Rose again from the Dead the Third Day, for our Justification. 7. He Ascended up into Heaven, there is the top of the Ladder; 6. He Rose again from the Dead the Third Day, for our Justification. 7. He Ascended up into Heaven, there is the top of the Ladder;
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there he is now in Person, tho' he is with his People on Earth by his spirit;
there he is now in Person, though he is with his People on Earth by his Spirit;
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Lo, I am with you alway! 8. He makes Intercession, pleading the Merits of his Blood for us: Lo, I am with you always! 8. He makes Intercession, pleading the Merits of his Blood for us:
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These are some of those Gradations, or Steps of Jacob's Ladder, by which all Believers ascend to Heaven.
These Are Some of those Gradations, or Steps of Jacob's Ladder, by which all Believers ascend to Heaven.
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Seventhly, He that would attain to what he desireth, by climbing, or descen•ing up upon 〈 ◊ 〉 Ladder, must first come to the Foot of it, an• so Gradually ascend Step by Step.Seventhly, He that would attain to what he Desires, by climbing, or descen•ing up upon 〈 ◊ 〉 Ladder, must First come to the Foot of it, an• so Gradually ascend Step by Step.
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So that Man, that would go to Heaven, mus• be first brought to the Foot of Jesus Christ, i. e.
So that Man, that would go to Heaven, mus• be First brought to the Foot of jesus christ, i. e.
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he must see his own lost, and miserable Condi••on, and know the Impossibility of getting to Heaven any other way:
he must see his own lost, and miserable Condi••on, and know the Impossibility of getting to Heaven any other Way:
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All Self ▪ righteous Person were never brought to the Foot of this La•de• to the Foot of Jesus Christ, to acknowledg• themselves wretched and undone Sinners• 〈 ◊ 〉 No Alas!
All Self ▪ righteous Person were never brought to the Foot of this La•de• to the Foot of jesus christ, to acknowledg• themselves wretched and undone Sinners• 〈 ◊ 〉 No Alas!
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they see•in• Necessity of Christ, nor o• his Righteousness! they see•in• Necessity of christ, nor o• his Righteousness!
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They ▪ like the Jews of Old ▪ being ignorant of God's Righteousness, go abou• to establish their own Leg••• or Inherent Righteousness:
They ▪ like the jews of Old ▪ being ignorant of God's Righteousness, go abou• to establish their own Leg••• or Inherent Righteousness:
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He that thinks he can get Wings t• fly up to Heaven, or can build a• Tower wit• his own hands, whose Top shall reach thither so that he can that way be saved, will neglect nay slight this glorious Contrivance• of God 〈 ◊ 〉 infinite Wisdom, of Saving Sinners by Jesus Christ and so never come to Christ's Foot: 〈 ◊ 〉 it is •ai•• God called Abraham to his Foot:
He that thinks he can get Wings t• fly up to Heaven, or can built a• Tower wit• his own hands, whose Top shall reach thither so that he can that Way be saved, will neglect nay slight this glorious Contrivance• of God 〈 ◊ 〉 infinite Wisdom, of Saving Sinners by jesus christ and so never come to Christ's Foot: 〈 ◊ 〉 it is •ai•• God called Abraham to his Foot:
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A 〈 … 〉 maybe said to be brought to the Foot of 〈 ◊ 〉 Christ ▪ who is effectually Convinced of the 〈 … 〉 he is in, without Christ;
A 〈 … 〉 maybe said to be brought to the Foot of 〈 ◊ 〉 christ ▪ who is effectually Convinced of the 〈 … 〉 he is in, without christ;
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and of 〈 ◊ 〉 own I •ability any other way, to Step one Ste• ▪ towards Heaven;
and of 〈 ◊ 〉 own I •ability any other Way, to Step one Ste• ▪ towards Heaven;
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but with the Publican cry• out, Lord have Mercy upon me a Sinner.
but with the Publican cry• out, Lord have Mercy upon me a Sinner.
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Brethr•n, there are none but sensible Sinners, mea•• and heavy-l•de• Sinners that will come to Christ, the •le•t, before called, are in the same Condition, •or state of Wrath with the rest of Mankin•,
Brethr•n, there Are none but sensible Sinners, mea•• and heavy-l•de• Sinners that will come to christ, the •le•t, before called, Are in the same Condition, •or state of Wrath with the rest of Mankin•,
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and are enlightned by the holy Spirit to see it, and acknowledge it before they ascend up this spiritual Ladder.
and Are enlightened by the holy Spirit to see it, and acknowledge it before they ascend up this spiritual Ladder.
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2. Now a po•r Sinner being, brought thus to the Foot of Christ, the first Step,
2. Now a po•r Sinner being, brought thus to the Foot of christ, the First Step,
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or Gradation he makes in ascending on this Ladder, is to believe in Christ ; to venture his Soul upon him alone;
or Gradation he makes in ascending on this Ladder, is to believe in christ; to venture his Soul upon him alone;
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to trust on him, on his Righteousness, And on the Merits of his Blood for Justification, &c. He that firmly,
to trust on him, on his Righteousness, And on the Merits of his Blood for Justification, etc. He that firmly,
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and savingly Believes in Christ, may be said to set his Foot on this Ladder, to ascend.
and savingly Believes in christ, may be said to Set his Foot on this Ladder, to ascend.
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Some Men do not begin 〈 ◊ 〉;
some Men do not begin 〈 ◊ 〉;
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they would be at the top of the Ladder, before they have se• •their Feet on the first Round of it;
they would be At the top of the Ladder, before they have se• •their Feet on the First Round of it;
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because all that shall be Saved are Elected & they begin there, and hence think;
Because all that shall be Saved Are Elected & they begin there, and hence think;
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if they •are Elected, tho' they are not called, but are in their Sins, they are Justified, Pardoned, and in as good Estate, as the best Believer in the World.
if they •are Elected, though they Are not called, but Are in their Sins, they Are Justified, Pardoned, and in as good Estate, as the best Believer in the World.
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But this is a great Mistake, the Decree of Election, without the Execution of it, puts nothing into actual Existence:
But this is a great Mistake, the decree of Election, without the Execution of it, puts nothing into actual Existence:
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God Decreed from all Eternity to create the World, but the World was not therefore from Eternity actually Created.
God Decreed from all Eternity to create the World, but the World was not Therefore from Eternity actually Created.
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No more are any of the Elect actually Justified, and in a State of Life, until by the Spirit, they are united to him and so Believe. A Man cannot be Dead and Alive at one and the same time: Or, be Condemned and Justified; No more Are any of the Elect actually Justified, and in a State of Life, until by the Spirit, they Are united to him and so Believe. A Man cannot be Dead and Alive At one and the same time: Or, be Condemned and Justified;
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or be a Child of the Devil, and yet a Child of God.
or be a Child of the devil, and yet a Child of God.
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Grace makes a Relative, as well as a Real change all one and the same time;
Grace makes a Relative, as well as a Real change all one and the same time;
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the first Step a Per•on takes, I say, towards, Heaven, [ pray observe it, ] is to Believe in Christ;
the First Step a Per•on Takes, I say, towards, Heaven, [ pray observe it, ] is to Believe in christ;
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and that a Sinner, before he doth Believe, is brought to the Foot of Christ:
and that a Sinner, before he does Believe, is brought to the Foot of christ:
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i. e. He sees himself Lost and Undone in the first Adam, and till then under Wrath. i. e. He sees himself Lost and Undone in the First Adam, and till then under Wrath.
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3. And then that he may go up, upon this spiritual Ladder, he must Step forward on the next Round, which is that of Obedience to Christ's holy Precepts;
3. And then that he may go up, upon this spiritual Ladder, he must Step forward on the next Round, which is that of obedience to Christ's holy Precepts;
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Take my Yoke on you, and learn of me. First, our Lord calls all that are weary, and heavy-laden, to come unto him ; Take my Yoke on you, and Learn of me. First, our Lord calls all that Are weary, and heavy-laden, to come unto him;
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that is, to Believe in him, and then to take on them the Yoke of Gospel-Obedience, as Baptism, and Church-member-ship: Then they that gladly received th• Word, were Baptized, and the same day then were added unto them about Three Thousand Soul.
that is, to Believe in him, and then to take on them the Yoke of Gospel obedience, as Baptism, and Church-membership: Then they that gladly received th• Word, were Baptised, and the same day then were added unto them about Three Thousand Soul.
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4. And then go on unto Perfection ;
4. And then go on unto Perfection;
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or pre•• forward in the way of Holiness, and so go step by step, or from Strength to Strength in Sion adding one Grace of the Spirit unto another.
or pre•• forward in the Way of Holiness, and so go step by step, or from Strength to Strength in Sion adding one Grace of the Spirit unto Another.
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Eighthly, He that would go up a very high Ladder, ought to take care to set his Feet direct or straight upon it; Eighthly, He that would go up a very high Ladder, ought to take care to Set his Feet Direct or straight upon it;
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not carelesly, or awry but full upon it.
not carelessly, or awry but full upon it.
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So all that would ascend on this Ladder, Jesus Christ, must exert a direct act of Faith; So all that would ascend on this Ladder, jesus christ, must exert a Direct act of Faith;
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he must fix his Soul plum upon him, or firmly upon him:
he must fix his Soul plum upon him, or firmly upon him:
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A poor Sinner must see that he takes hold o• Christ in a Promise, with a true and fixed Faith not with a false or presumpteous Fa•••,
A poor Sinner must see that he Takes hold o• christ in a Promise, with a true and fixed Faith not with a false or presumptuous Fa•••,
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but by the Faith of the operation of God ▪ which is • Fruit of the Spirit, called the Faith of God's Elect ;
but by the Faith of the operation of God ▪ which is • Fruit of the Spirit, called the Faith of God's Elect;
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being only peculiar unto them, 〈 ◊ 〉 ••o a• the chosen of God: being only peculiar unto them, 〈 ◊ 〉 ••o a• the chosen of God:
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A false Faith is 〈 ◊ 〉 dangerous as a false - Step a Man takes in ascending • a Ladder, who missing his standing, an• 〈 ◊ 〉 falls down and perisheth;
A false Faith is 〈 ◊ 〉 dangerous as a false - Step a Man Takes in ascending • a Ladder, who missing his standing, an• 〈 ◊ 〉 falls down and Perishes;
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and so shall al• M••believers as well as all Un-believers perish •••nally: He that believes not aright, had as g••• believe not at all
and so shall al• M••believers as well as all Unbelievers perish •••nally: He that believes not aright, had as g••• believe not At all
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Ninthly, As he that climbs up a Ladder ough• to kn•w it's Strength, so he Ventures his L•ft and whole Body upon it.Ninthly, As he that climbs up a Ladder ough• to kn•w it's Strength, so he Ventures his L•ft and Whole Body upon it.
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So that Man that ventures on this spiritual Ladder, Jesus Christ, ought to know the Strength and Power of Christ, to Justifie, to Pardon, and eternally to Save him;
So that Man that ventures on this spiritual Ladder, jesus christ, ought to know the Strength and Power of christ, to Justify, to Pardon, and eternally to Save him;
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he must venture all the stress of his Salvation on him alone; Christ is the only Foundation, he must venture his whole Soul upon him; Trust intirely in him;
he must venture all the stress of his Salvation on him alone; christ is the only Foundation, he must venture his Whole Soul upon him; Trust entirely in him;
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buil• only upon him, and come to the Father by him I know on whom I have Believed: buil• only upon him, and come to the Father by him I know on whom I have Believed:
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I know hi• Power he is mighty to Save, yea, able to save to the uttermost (as was hinted before) In the Lord do I put my trust ; I know hi• Power he is mighty to Save, yea, able to save to the uttermost (as was hinted before) In the Lord do I put my trust;
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Again, (saith David ) In thee do I put my Trust.
Again, (Says David) In thee do I put my Trust.
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Tenthly, A Man that ventures to ascend up upon a Ladder so exceeding high, the top whereof reacheth above the Clouds,Tenthly, A Man that ventures to ascend up upon a Ladder so exceeding high, the top whereof reaches above the Clouds,
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even to Heaven, as he shews his Faith is not small, so his Courage is great.
even to Heaven, as he shows his Faith is not small, so his Courage is great.
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Brethren, This of Venturing on Christ, Believing on Christ, shews, that a Saint's Faith and Courage is not small ; Faith lies above Sense; nay, above Reason;Brothers, This of Venturing on christ, Believing on christ, shows, that a Saint's Faith and Courage is not small; Faith lies above Sense; nay, above Reason;
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I mean Faith in Christ, to believe in a Crucified Saviour; to seek Justification by the Righteousness of another;
I mean Faith in christ, to believe in a crucified Saviour; to seek Justification by the Righteousness of Another;
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by a Man hang'd on a Tree ; the Greeks counted this Foolishness. To get this way to Heaven, shews a Man acts above himself:
by a Man hanged on a Tree; the Greeks counted this Foolishness. To get this Way to Heaven, shows a Man acts above himself:
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Some would say to a Man that is resolved to ascend up on such a Ladder, Friend, you can never get up to Heaven in such a way;
some would say to a Man that is resolved to ascend up on such a Ladder, Friend, you can never get up to Heaven in such a Way;
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you will certainly fall, or faint before you get thither;
you will Certainly fallen, or faint before you get thither;
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what Faith have you? What prodigious Courage have you? So here the poor Soul saith I fear not, God •••th set this Ladder up,
what Faith have you? What prodigious Courage have you? So Here the poor Soul Says I Fear not, God •••th Set this Ladder up,
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and fixed it firmly, and G••, Commanded me to Believe in Christ; he •ath bid me venture up on this Ladder:
and fixed it firmly, and G••, Commanded me to Believe in christ; he •ath bid me venture up on this Ladder:
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He hath revealed in his Word, that this way, and By no other, we must be Saved, and I will venture upon him: He hath revealed in his Word, that this Way, and By no other, we must be Saved, and I will venture upon him:
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Many have gone this way safe to Heaven already, and none can go any other way;Many have gone this Way safe to Heaven already, and none can go any other Way;
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I must therefore believe in Christ, ascend to Heaven by him, or else perish for ever. I must Therefore believe in christ, ascend to Heaven by him, or Else perish for ever.
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I know God will help me, and uphold me, and I will therefore, not be afraid; I know God will help me, and uphold me, and I will Therefore, not be afraid;
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I am convinced of Righteousness, because Christ, as my Head, is gone to the Father ; his Righteousness, and not my own, must carry me thither ;I am convinced of Righteousness, Because christ, as my Head, is gone to the Father; his Righteousness, and not my own, must carry me thither;
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his Righteousness is Perfect, and I am Compleat in him; and as I have Righteousness in him, so in him I have Strength also.
his Righteousness is Perfect, and I am Complete in him; and as I have Righteousness in him, so in him I have Strength also.
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Brethren, Without Faith and spiritual Courage ▪ no person will adventure to climb up this Ladder;Brothers, Without Faith and spiritual Courage ▪ no person will adventure to climb up this Ladder;
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nay, without Faith, no Man can ascend or come to the Father: Believing in Christ, is a climbing up, or ascending up upon this Ladder. nay, without Faith, no Man can ascend or come to the Father: Believing in christ, is a climbing up, or ascending up upon this Ladder.
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Eleventhly, It is a vain thing for a Man to hope to get up to the Top of a Ladder, that will not first set his Foot on the lower Roun• thereof.Eleventhly, It is a vain thing for a Man to hope to get up to the Top of a Ladder, that will not First Set his Foot on the lower Roun• thereof.
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So it is a vain thing for any to hope to be Saved, or to get to Heaven, who do not first Believe, and receive R•••nerating Grace;
So it is a vain thing for any to hope to be Saved, or to get to Heaven, who do not First Believe, and receive R•••nerating Grace;
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for he that, Believes not, shall be Damned.
for he that, Believes not, shall be Damned.
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Twelfthly, He that ascends up very high on a Mighty Tall Ladder, hath a clear Sight, or Prospect of Heaven;Twelfthly, He that ascends up very high on a Mighty Tall Ladder, hath a clear Sighed, or Prospect of Heaven;
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and the higher he goes the smaller the Earth appears to him; it seems but a little spot;
and the higher he Goes the smaller the Earth appears to him; it seems but a little spot;
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nay, it being a dark Body, 〈 … 〉, at last not perceive it to be any ••ing at all,
nay, it being a dark Body, 〈 … 〉, At last not perceive it to be any ••ing At all,
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or quite lose the sight of it;
or quite loose the sighed of it;
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and 〈 ◊ 〉 step, he takes, the further he goes from 〈 … 〉 and the higher he comes to Heaven,
and 〈 ◊ 〉 step, he Takes, the further he Goes from 〈 … 〉 and the higher he comes to Heaven,
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and hath a clearer Sight of that.
and hath a clearer Sighed of that.
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So he, who by Faith and Communion with God, gets up up•n this spiritual Ladder, Jesus Christ, hath a clear Prospect of the Glory 〈 ◊ 〉 Heaven;
So he, who by Faith and Communion with God, gets up up•n this spiritual Ladder, jesus christ, hath a clear Prospect of the Glory 〈 ◊ 〉 Heaven;
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Moses by Faith, saw him that is invisible: Faith presented to his view the Angel of the Covenant, and God Reconciled in him; Moses by Faith, saw him that is invisible: Faith presented to his view the Angel of the Covenant, and God Reconciled in him;
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viz. the Lord Jesus Christ. Carnal, or Earthly Persons, are at such a great distance from Heaven, that they cannot discern the Glory of it; viz. the Lord jesus christ. Carnal, or Earthly Persons, Are At such a great distance from Heaven, that they cannot discern the Glory of it;
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they have no Sight, no Eyes to see afar off;
they have no Sighed, no Eyes to see afar off;
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but the Earth, and Earthly things appearing to the Carnal sight, being always in their view, they are exceedingly Affected therewith.
but the Earth, and Earthly things appearing to the Carnal sighed, being always in their view, they Are exceedingly Affected therewith.
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But Believers, who are dwellers above, and who daily make a further Prog•ession H•a•e• 〈 … 〉 the Earth,
But Believers, who Are dwellers above, and who daily make a further Prog•ession H•a•e• 〈 … 〉 the Earth,
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and Earthly this •s as 〈 … 〉 •••ry step they take, they go f•rt•e• 〈 … 〉 from Earth in their Love and 〈 … 〉 and Contemplations;
and Earthly this •s as 〈 … 〉 •••ry step they take, they go f•rt•e• 〈 … 〉 from Earth in their Love and 〈 … 〉 and Contemplations;
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Our conversatio• 〈 … 〉 •••ven: Our conversatio• 〈 … 〉 •••ven:
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Others mind Earthly things, 〈 … 〉 the Earth, and therefore speak of 〈 … 〉 but Believers are said to dwell in Hea••• 〈 … 〉 grand Enemy of the Saints, is said to open 〈 ◊ 〉 Mouth to blaspheme against God, to blaspheme his Name,
Others mind Earthly things, 〈 … 〉 the Earth, and Therefore speak of 〈 … 〉 but Believers Are said to dwell in Hea••• 〈 … 〉 grand Enemy of the Saints, is said to open 〈 ◊ 〉 Mouth to Blaspheme against God, to Blaspheme his Name,
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and his Tabernacle, and all that dwell in Heaven ; that is, in the Church of God, Militant, they shall dwell on •igh• ; and his Tabernacle, and all that dwell in Heaven; that is, in the Church of God, Militant, they shall dwell on •igh•;
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they are out of those confused Hurries, and Noises, Dangers, and Perplexities others, who dwell below are attended with• ▪ They are born from above, have heavenly Hearts, heavenly Principles, heavenly Desires, heavenly Ends and Aims, and heavenly Lives;
they Are out of those confused Hurries, and Noises, Dangers, and Perplexities Others, who dwell below Are attended with• ▪ They Are born from above, have heavenly Hearts, heavenly Principles, heavenly Desires, heavenly Ends and Aims, and heavenly Lives;
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they have Communion with the God of Heaven; heavenly things are their Delight; they have Communion with the God of Heaven; heavenly things Are their Delight;
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they s•a• so high above, that they are Ravished with that sight which they have of Heaven.
they s•a• so high above, that they Are Ravished with that sighed which they have of Heaven.
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There are some other things that I might speak of, as held forth by this glorious Type of Christ;
There Are Some other things that I might speak of, as held forth by this glorious Type of christ;
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or which might be improved for our Instruction from hence, but I shall leave them until the next time,
or which might be improved for our Instruction from hence, but I shall leave them until the next time,
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and close now with a brief word of Application.
and close now with a brief word of Application.
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ƲSE. 1. By way of Admiration. See what a wonderful person Jesus Christ is! Behold the Son of Man, or this spiritual Ladder that reacheth from Earth to Heaven, behold it with Admiration!
ƲSE. 1. By Way of Admiration. See what a wondered person jesus christ is! Behold the Son of Man, or this spiritual Ladder that reaches from Earth to Heaven, behold it with Admiration!
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Who would have thought of such away to Heaven? Who, but infinite Wisdom, could have found out such a way to the Father? What Work-man but the eternal God, could make such a Ladder? The Father is said to be above it,
Who would have Thought of such away to Heaven? Who, but infinite Wisdom, could have found out such a Way to the Father? What Workman but the Eternal God, could make such a Ladder? The Father is said to be above it,
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or on the top of it, to denote this way he Prepared, and only by this way we must go to him,
or on the top of it, to denote this Way he Prepared, and only by this Way we must go to him,
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if ever we come to Heaven. Christ is God and Man, in One Person, Heaven and Earth meet together in him;
if ever we come to Heaven. christ is God and Man, in One Person, Heaven and Earth meet together in him;
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he brings God to us, and carries us up to God, God is reconciled to us in him, and we are reconciled to God by him. he brings God to us, and carries us up to God, God is reconciled to us in him, and we Are reconciled to God by him.
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2. Be exhorted to get up on this Ladder:
2. Be exhorted to get up on this Ladder:
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If ever you think to see the Father, he is above it, as the end of our Journey, as our Hope and Reward;
If ever you think to see the Father, he is above it, as the end of our Journey, as our Hope and Reward;
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he calls upon you Sinners to Adventure up this Ladder;
he calls upon you Sinners to Adventure up this Ladder;
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to believe in his Son: He is above it to direct you, uphold you, and encourage you, therefore fear not;
to believe in his Son: He is above it to Direct you, uphold you, and encourage you, Therefore Fear not;
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nay, he is above it, declaring himself in Covenant with all that come to him by Jesus Christ, and to be their God;
nay, he is above it, declaring himself in Covenant with all that come to him by jesus christ, and to be their God;
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I am the Lord God, of Abraham, &c. This he spake to Jacob, as standing above it, I am the Lord God, of Abraham, etc. This he spoke to Jacob, as standing above it,
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or on the top of this Ladder.
or on the top of this Ladder.
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3. Bless God for Christ, for his devising of such a way to raise us up, who were sunk so low, and had no strength, no skill, no helper, none that could bring us to God,
3. Bless God for christ, for his devising of such a Way to raise us up, who were sunk so low, and had no strength, no skill, no helper, none that could bring us to God,
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nor find out a way to save our Souls, but God himself only, therefore he saith, Deliver him from going down into the Pit, I have found a Ransom.
nor find out a Way to save our Souls, but God himself only, Therefore he Says, Deliver him from going down into the Pit, I have found a Ransom.
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Reproof. ] This may be also for Reprehension to divers sorts of Persons, 1. To such that deny the D••ty, or God-head of Jesus Christ : Reproof. ] This may be also for Reprehension to diverse sorts of Persons, 1. To such that deny the D••ty, or Godhead of jesus christ:
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If he be no more than a meer Man, the Ladder is too short to reach up to Heaven:
If he be no more than a mere Man, the Ladder is too short to reach up to Heaven:
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He could not reach so high as to satisfy divine Justice, or to bring us to God, it being through the worth and dignity of his Person, who being an infinite Person,
He could not reach so high as to satisfy divine justice, or to bring us to God, it being through the worth and dignity of his Person, who being an infinite Person,
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or God over all, there was an infinite Worth and Merit in his Sufferings and Obedience.
or God over all, there was an infinite Worth and Merit in his Sufferings and obedience.
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True, he might have saved himself, (being Perfect, never having Sinned, nor broke God's Law,) tho' he had been but a meer Man;
True, he might have saved himself, (being Perfect, never having Sinned, nor broke God's Law,) though he had been but a mere Man;
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but it is from his being God as well as Man. Substituted in our stead,
but it is from his being God as well as Man. Substituted in our stead,
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and standing in our Law-place as our great Head and •ponser, •• that gave such Worth and Merit for us by his Obedience,
and standing in our Law place as our great Head and •ponser, •• that gave such Worth and Merit for us by his obedience,
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and suffering to the Law and Justice of God. Moreover, how else also could he have overcome Death, the Devil,
and suffering to the Law and justice of God. Moreover, how Else also could he have overcome Death, the devil,
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and all our Enemies, and have raised himself from the Dead? Death would have kept him under it's Power,
and all our Enemies, and have raised himself from the Dead? Death would have kept him under it's Power,
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and he had never came out of the Grave to ascend so high as Heaven to raise us thither.
and he had never Come out of the Grave to ascend so high as Heaven to raise us thither.
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2. It Reprehends all such also, who seek by any other way or means to go to Heaven:
2. It Reprehends all such also, who seek by any other Way or means to go to Heaven:
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We have new Babel-builders, or Work-mongers that think to climb up to Heaven by their own Works, by their own Faith, and sincere Obedience: We have new Babel builders, or Work-mongers that think to climb up to Heaven by their own Works, by their own Faith, and sincere obedience:
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And others by the Light within ;
And Others by the Light within;
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which is but a branch of the First-covenant, or law of God, writ in the Heart;
which is but a branch of the First-covenant, or law of God, writ in the Heart;
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and if there had been a Law that could have given Life, or raised us up to Heaven, verily, Righteousness had been by the Law ; and if there had been a Law that could have given Life, or raised us up to Heaven, verily, Righteousness had been by the Law;
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But then, (as the Apostle saith) Christ is dead in vain. But then, (as the Apostle Says) christ is dead in vain.
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Examin. ] Try your selves, by what you have heard, whether you have ascended on this Ladder, yea, or nay; Examine. ] Try your selves, by what you have herd, whither you have ascended on this Ladder, yea, or nay;
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1. Were you ever brought to the Foot of Christ? Did you ever see your lost Condition in the first Adam, and that there is no other way to be Saved,
1. Were you ever brought to the Foot of christ? Did you ever see your lost Condition in the First Adam, and that there is no other Way to be Saved,
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but by the Lord Jesus? 2. Are you at the lowest part of the Ladder, and there rest;
but by the Lord jesus? 2. are you At the lowest part of the Ladder, and there rest;
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or are you got up towards the top thereof? There is no resting, no stay to be made when you first ascend,
or Are you god up towards the top thereof? There is no resting, no stay to be made when you First ascend,
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or first believe in Christ, or on any attainment of Grace, but you must mount up,
or First believe in christ, or on any attainment of Grace, but you must mount up,
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or ascend up higher, from Faith to Faith ;
or ascend up higher, from Faith to Faith;
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have you stept up on the Roand of Obedience? have you took Christ's yoke upon you? [ this seems too hard a step for some to take: have you stepped up on the Roaned of obedience? have you took Christ's yoke upon you? [ this seems too hard a step for Some to take:
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] are you got above the Earth in your Affections? doth the Earth, and the things thereof, grow less and less every day in your sight? as in a natural respect it doth to him that soars very high,
] Are you god above the Earth in your Affections? does the Earth, and the things thereof, grow less and less every day in your sighed? as in a natural respect it does to him that soars very high,
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or climbs upon a Ladder, to the very Clouds.
or climbs upon a Ladder, to the very Clouds.
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Are you willing to leave Earth, to leave this World, to go to Heaven? Paul longed to be dissolved, and to be with Christ: He pressed towards the mark.
are you willing to leave Earth, to leave this World, to go to Heaven? Paul longed to be dissolved, and to be with christ: He pressed towards the mark.
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Do you dwell in Communion with God? •las! many love to be below, they like those lower Regions best:
Do you dwell in Communion with God? •las! many love to be below, they like those lower Regions best:
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See how it is with you; but no more at this time.
See how it is with you; but no more At this time.
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SERMON II. GENESIS xxviij. xij. xiij. [ — And behold a Ladder, &c. ]
SERMON II GENESIS xxviij. xij. xiij. [ — And behold a Ladder, etc. ]
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DOCT. I. The Lord Jesus may fitly be compared to a Ladder, that is set on the Earth,
DOCT. I. The Lord jesus may fitly be compared to a Ladder, that is Set on the Earth,
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and the top of it reacheth up unto Heaven.
and the top of it reaches up unto Heaven.
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I Have run the Parallel in many respects between Christ and such a Ladder, in respect had to his Person and Offices,
I Have run the Parallel in many respects between christ and such a Ladder, in respect had to his Person and Offices,
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as our Saviour and Blessed Mediator: I shall proceed to some further Particulars. Thirteenthly, He that climbs up a Ladder looks upwards as he goes;
as our Saviour and Blessed Mediator: I shall proceed to Some further Particulars. Thirteenthly, He that climbs up a Ladder looks upward as he Goes;
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he does not turn his eyes down towards the Earth, for that is dangerous.
he does not turn his eyes down towards the Earth, for that is dangerous.
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So he that sets out in the way to Heaven by Jesus Christ, must look up;
So he that sets out in the Way to Heaven by jesus christ, must look up;
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his eye must be set on Heavenly things;
his eye must be Set on Heavenly things;
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While we look not at things that are seen, but at things that are not seen, &c. 1. This look my Brethren may refer to his Underderstanding; his Understanding is enlightened; While we look not At things that Are seen, but At things that Are not seen, etc. 1. This look my Brothers may refer to his Understanding; his Understanding is enlightened;
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it is open'd to see the Nature and Excellency of Heavenly things:
it is opened to see the Nature and Excellency of Heavenly things:
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That the eyes of your Ʋnderstanding being enlighthed, that ye may know what is the Hope of your Calling, That the eyes of your Ʋnderstanding being enlighthed, that you may know what is the Hope of your Calling,
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and what is the Riches of the Glory of his Inheritance in the Saints. What the Eye is to the Body, that the Understanding is to the Soul.and what is the Riches of the Glory of his Inheritance in the Saints. What the Eye is to the Body, that the Understanding is to the Soul.
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2. It may refer to his Affections: Set your Affections on things above; where Christ sitteth on the Right Hand of God.
2. It may refer to his Affections: Set your Affections on things above; where christ Sitteth on the Right Hand of God.
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A Believer's Desires and Affections are Spiritual and Heaven-ward.
A Believer's Desires and Affections Are Spiritual and Heavenward.
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3. It denotes moreover, the Exercise of Faith ▪ Such, with Moses, by Faith see him that is invisible.
3. It denotes moreover, the Exercise of Faith ▪ Such, with Moses, by Faith see him that is invisible.
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Did not the Eyes of Believers see something above excelling all things here below, they would never ascend by Faith on this Ladder, nor slight and conntemn all the Riches, Pleasures, and Glory of this World.
Did not the Eyes of Believers see something above excelling all things Here below, they would never ascend by Faith on this Ladder, nor slight and conntemn all the Riches, Pleasures, and Glory of this World.
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4. It may also denotes the excellent Frame of their Hearts: They are born from above;
4. It may also denotes the excellent Frame of their Hearts: They Are born from above;
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they have received a heavenly Nature, an heavenly and spiritual Frame; and therefore they look upwards;
they have received a heavenly Nature, an heavenly and spiritual Frame; and Therefore they look upward;
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They that are after the Flesh, mind the things of the Flesh; but they that are after the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. They that Are After the Flesh, mind the things of the Flesh; but they that Are After the Spirit, the things of the Spirit.
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5. This of looking upwards, may signify a Believer's Hope and Expectation: Their Hope is in Heaven, not in this Life;
5. This of looking upward, may signify a Believer's Hope and Expectation: Their Hope is in Heaven, not in this Life;
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If our Hope be only in this Life, we are of all Men most miserable. As they are born from above, so they are travelling thither; If our Hope be only in this Life, we Are of all Men most miserable. As they Are born from above, so they Are traveling thither;
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their Faces are set heaven-ward, Heaven is their Inheritance. They seek an heavenly Countrey; men of the World have their eyes downwards.
their Faces Are Set heavenward, Heaven is their Inheritance. They seek an heavenly Country; men of the World have their eyes downwards.
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A man that looks downward that climbs up a Ladder, is in danger of falling;
A man that looks downward that climbs up a Ladder, is in danger of falling;
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however, he must make a pause, or stand still, but a Believer must go on his way, he must not look back,
however, he must make a pause, or stand still, but a Believer must go on his Way, he must not look back,
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nor stand still, but press forwards, as Paul did. He must not look back.
nor stand still, but press forward, as Paul did. He must not look back.
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Fourteenthly, A Ladder is a narrow way to go upon, and it is a difficult thing to travel all day upon it.Fourteenthly, A Ladder is a narrow Way to go upon, and it is a difficult thing to travel all day upon it.
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So Jesus Christ, who is the way to the Father, is a narrow way; Narrow is the way that leadeth to Life.
So jesus christ, who is the Way to the Father, is a narrow Way; Narrow is the Way that leads to Life.
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The way to Hell is broad, multitudes go in that way, but the way to Life is narrow;
The Way to Hell is broad, Multitudes go in that Way, but the Way to Life is narrow;
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tho this Ladder is wide or broad enough for all the Elect of God, even for all for whom it was prepared, for all that come to Christ,
though this Ladder is wide or broad enough for all the Elect of God, even for all for whom it was prepared, for all that come to christ,
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for the vilest Sinner that is helped to venture himself upon him; yet comparatively it is a very narrow way.
for the Vilest Sinner that is helped to venture himself upon him; yet comparatively it is a very narrow Way.
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1. A Narrow way is opposed to that which is Broad, where any careless or negligent Person may go,
1. A Narrow Way is opposed to that which is Broad, where any careless or negligent Person may go,
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or multitudes may travel in it.
or Multitudes may travel in it.
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Now Christ is so narrow a way, many cannot go this way, it is not wide enough for them;
Now christ is so narrow a Way, many cannot go this Way, it is not wide enough for them;
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Christ will not allow them the Liberty they will take and will have;
christ will not allow them the Liberty they will take and will have;
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let what will come of it, they will have their Lusts their Riches, their Honours, their sensual Pleasures, their old Companions, their sinful Customs,
let what will come of it, they will have their Lustiest their Riches, their Honours, their sensual Pleasures, their old Sodales, their sinful Customs,
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and sinful Practices, the way must be broad enough for them, and their base Consorts too,
and sinful Practices, the Way must be broad enough for them, and their base Consorts too,
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or they will not go that way.
or they will not go that Way.
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2. It may be called a narrow way, because it is hard to find it, a narrow Path is not soon found or discerned as a broad, common beaten road is:
2. It may be called a narrow Way, Because it is hard to find it, a narrow Path is not soon found or discerned as a broad, Common beaten road is:
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Christ is a way not discerned by Carnal Persons; The natural Man receiveth not the things of the Spirit, they are foolishness to him;
christ is a Way not discerned by Carnal Persons; The natural Man receives not the things of the Spirit, they Are foolishness to him;
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neither can he know them, because they are Spiritually discerned. neither can he know them, Because they Are Spiritually discerned.
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Man naturally accounts the way to Heaven by Jesus Christ, a foolish thing ▪ because they cannot comprehend how they should be Justified by the Righteousness of another,
Man naturally accounts the Way to Heaven by jesus christ, a foolish thing ▪ Because they cannot comprehend how they should be Justified by the Righteousness of Another,
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and he a poor Man (as he was accounted) who was Crucified on a Tree:
and he a poor Man (as he was accounted) who was crucified on a Tree:
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to be Justified by their own Works, or by their own Righteousness; this seems easy to discern;
to be Justified by their own Works, or by their own Righteousness; this seems easy to discern;
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it is natural to them to seek t• be saved in such a way: all men being bor• under the Covenant of Works;
it is natural to them to seek t• be saved in such a Way: all men being bor• under the Covenant of Works;
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Brethren, Chri•• is a way that lyes above human• Reason; it is a Mystery that depends wholly upon divine Revelation;
Brothers, Chri•• is a Way that lies above human• Reason; it is a Mystery that depends wholly upon divine Revelation;
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it is as strange and as an unlikely a thing to meer natural Men to think to be •aved or to go to Heaven this way;
it is as strange and as an unlikely a thing to mere natural Men to think to be •aved or to go to Heaven this Way;
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as it is for them to think a Ladder may be made, and set upon the Earth, the top of which shall reach up to Heaven:
as it is for them to think a Ladder may be made, and Set upon the Earth, the top of which shall reach up to Heaven:
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So that Men may that way, i. e. by climbing up on that Ladder, go to Heaven.
So that Men may that Way, i. e. by climbing up on that Ladder, go to Heaven.
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They look with an eye of sense, and not by an eye of Faith. 3. Narrowness may denote the Difficulty of walking in this way:
They look with an eye of sense, and not by an eye of Faith. 3. Narrowness may denote the Difficulty of walking in this Way:
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Christ is not only a way hard to find, but also hard to walk in; Faith leads the Soul to deny it self;
christ is not only a Way hard to find, but also hard to walk in; Faith leads the Soul to deny it self;
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i. e. of Sinful-self, natural-self, and righteous-self;i. e. of Sinful-self, natural-self, and righteous-self;
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and to do this is hard and difficult, and not only to deny ourselves in all these respects,
and to do this is hard and difficult, and not only to deny ourselves in all these respects,
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but also to take up our Cross: O 'tis this also that renders the way narrow!
but also to take up our Cross: Oh it's this also that renders the Way narrow!
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What deny ourselves of every Flesh-pleasing and profitable Lust, and of all our own Wisdom, Honour, Relations and Righteousness,
What deny ourselves of every Flesh pleasing and profitable Lust, and of all our own Wisdom, Honour, Relations and Righteousness,
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and take up the Cross too!
and take up the Cross too!
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(1.) This includes all Losses and Damage, even to part with all for Christ's sake.
(1.) This includes all Losses and Damage, even to part with all for Christ's sake.
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(2ly.) To take up our Cross, denotes Shame and Reproach for the sake of Christ.
(2ly.) To take up our Cross, denotes Shame and Reproach for the sake of christ.
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(3.) It denotes also Pain and Suffering; nay, Death it self, when called to it.
(3.) It denotes also Pain and Suffering; nay, Death it self, when called to it.
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(4.) Faith leads the Soul to mortify Sin, to crucify the Flesh, with the Affections and Lusts:
(4.) Faith leads the Soul to mortify since, to crucify the Flesh, with the Affections and Lustiest:
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The Dominion and Power of Sin must be broke Sin, must not reign; we must not only leave Sin, but mortify it also:
The Dominion and Power of since must be broke since, must not Reign; we must not only leave since, but mortify it also:
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This is hard to do, and to follow Christ whither soever he goes, or doth lead us; to follow him fully; constantly, universally;
This is hard to do, and to follow christ whither soever he Goes, or does led us; to follow him Fully; constantly, universally;
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and now, this is no easy thing to do to the Flesh.
and now, this is no easy thing to do to the Flesh.
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4. Narrowness of the Way, or Ladder, may signifie what careful steps must be taken by all that climb up thereon; we must step straight forward;
4. Narrowness of the Way, or Ladder, may signify what careful steps must be taken by all that climb up thereon; we must step straight forward;
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viz. Lead a holy and strict life; For without Holiness, no Man shall see the Lord. viz. Led a holy and strict life; For without Holiness, no Man shall see the Lord.
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We must take heed we do not suffer our feet to slide, or slip; We must take heed we do not suffer our feet to slide, or slip;
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therefore have need to say with holy David, Order my steps in thy Word, and let not any iniquity have Dominion over me:
Therefore have need to say with holy David, Order my steps in thy Word, and let not any iniquity have Dominion over me:
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Direct all the thoughts, and motions of my Heart, and Actions by thy Spirit, accompanying thy Word, that Pride, Passion, earthly Mindedness,
Direct all the thoughts, and motions of my Heart, and Actions by thy Spirit, accompanying thy Word, that Pride, Passion, earthly Mindedness,
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nor any evil Inclinations or Affections may lead me astray.
nor any evil Inclinations or Affections may led me astray.
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Fifteenthly, It is dangerous for a Man that climbs up a high Ladder, that reacheth to Heaven to look backwards. Fifteenthly, It is dangerous for a Man that climbs up a high Ladder, that reaches to Heaven to look backwards.
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So nothing is more dangerous for a Person that makes a Profession of Religion, (then with the Young Man in the Gospel) who was not far from the Kingdom of Heaven, to look back;
So nothing is more dangerous for a Person that makes a Profession of Religion, (then with the Young Man in the Gospel) who was not Far from the Kingdom of Heaven, to look back;
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He that sets his Hand to the Plough, and looks back, is not fit for the Kingdom of Heaven. He that sets his Hand to the Plough, and looks back, is not fit for the Kingdom of Heaven.
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Our blessed Lord bids us Remember Lot's Wife ; why so? She, alas!
Our blessed Lord bids us remember Lot's Wife; why so? She, alas!
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for looking back, was turned into a Pillar of Salt, as an everlasting monument of God's Displeasure;
for looking back, was turned into a Pillar of Salt, as an everlasting monument of God's Displeasure;
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and to fore-warn all Persons to take heed that they do not look back: If any Man draw back, my Soul shall take no pleasure in him.
and to forewarn all Persons to take heed that they do not look back: If any Man draw back, my Soul shall take no pleasure in him.
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Nay, such God's Soul abhors, it brings upon them his high Displeasure, which is Death; or it will procure Death, and Perdition on all such in the end.
Nay, such God's Soul abhors, it brings upon them his high Displeasure, which is Death; or it will procure Death, and Perdition on all such in the end.
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But, my Brethren, know this, that all those who look back, never made one true step upon this Ladder;
But, my Brothers, know this, that all those who look back, never made one true step upon this Ladder;
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they never had one Dram of saving Faith, but ventured on Christ with a false Faith;
they never had one Dram of Saving Faith, but ventured on christ with a false Faith;
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and from hence could not see a far off, but slavish fear possess them;
and from hence could not see a Far off, but slavish Fear possess them;
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and they being afraid, faint, and so look back, and fall down, and are destroyed for ever;
and they being afraid, faint, and so look back, and fallen down, and Are destroyed for ever;
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and the higher they 〈 ◊ 〉, the greater is their fall: But we are not of them that draw back to Perdition.
and the higher they 〈 ◊ 〉, the greater is their fallen: But we Are not of them that draw back to Perdition.
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Sixte••thly, A Ladder that stands upon the Earth, and the Top reacheth to Heaven, had need to have •ore Footing to stand upon.Sixte••thly, A Ladder that Stands upon the Earth, and the Top reaches to Heaven, had need to have •ore Footing to stand upon.
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Now, Jesus Christ, our Mediator hath most sure and firm Footing to stand upon; Now, jesus christ, our Mediator hath most sure and firm Footing to stand upon;
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i. e. He stands upon the Foot or firm Ground of God's Purpose, and everlasting Counsel, and blessed Decree;i. e. He Stands upon the Foot or firm Ground of God's Purpose, and everlasting Counsel, and blessed decree;
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t•• ' he was set up upon the Earth in time, yet he was in that holy Counsel, held between the Father and the Son, Set up from everlasting, before ever the Earth was.
t•• ' he was Set up upon the Earth in time, yet he was in that holy Counsel, held between the Father and the Son, Set up from everlasting, before ever the Earth was.
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The Wisdom, the Power, Purpose ▪ good Pleasure, and eternal Counsel of God hath fixed his Standing firm for ever ; as you heard before.
The Wisdom, the Power, Purpose ▪ good Pleasure, and Eternal Counsel of God hath fixed his Standing firm for ever; as you herd before.
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Seventeenthly, A Man that gets up a Ladder, should his Feet, thro' carelesness, or otherwise s•ip, he must catch hold of the Ladder with his Hands, Seventeenthly, A Man that gets up a Ladder, should his Feet, through carelessness, or otherwise s•ip, he must catch hold of the Ladder with his Hands,
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and by holding fast, he may set his Feet right again, and prevent a fall, or danger of Death.
and by holding fast, he may Set his Feet right again, and prevent a fallen, or danger of Death.
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Beloved, the best of Christians, through Carel•se•s, •• Satan's Temptations may have their •••t s•ip; I mean they may slip, or fall into one S••, or another; beloved, the best of Christians, through Carel•se•s, •• Satan's Temptations may have their •••t s•ip; I mean they may slip, or fallen into one S••, or Another;
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or into one Error or another:
or into one Error or Another:
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What a slip had Noah, Lot, David and Peter, and many more besides them, even many a dangerous slip;
What a slip had Noah, Lot, David and Peter, and many more beside them, even many a dangerous slip;
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but by taking hold of Christ, and of the Covenant, and free Promise of Pardon by the hand of Faith, they all recovered themselves,
but by taking hold of christ, and of the Covenant, and free Promise of Pardon by the hand of Faith, they all recovered themselves,
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tho' some of their Slips broke their Bones, and cost them many a Tear; Nay, it made David to W•••e• his Couch with his Tears ;
though Some of their Slips broke their Bones, and cost them many a Tear; Nay, it made David to W•••e• his Couch with his Tears;
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Yet he got safe to Heaven. Yet he god safe to Heaven.
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O what an excellent Grace is the Grace of Faith, the hand of Faith, and how useful and necessary at such a time? I have prayed for thee that thy Faith fail not.
O what an excellent Grace is the Grace of Faith, the hand of Faith, and how useful and necessary At such a time? I have prayed for thee that thy Faith fail not.
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Our Faith, in the Seed or habit, shall never fail;
Our Faith, in the Seed or habit, shall never fail;
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did not Christ preserve our Faith, strengthen our Faith, our Souls would soon finally fall, and perish for ever:
did not christ preserve our Faith, strengthen our Faith, our Souls would soon finally fallen, and perish for ever:
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If any Man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father. — I will be merciful to their Ʋnrighteousness, and their Sins; If any Man since, we have an Advocate with the Father. — I will be merciful to their Ʋnrighteousness, and their Sins;
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and their Iniquities I will remember no more. and their Iniquities I will Remember no more.
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— I am he that blotteth out thine Iniquities for my own Sake, &c. O what hold is here,— I am he that blots out thine Iniquities for my own Sake, etc. O what hold is Here,
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when our Feet slip, for the hand of Faith to take hold of!
when our Feet slip, for the hand of Faith to take hold of!
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Jesus Christ, my Brethren, hath paid all our Debts, he hath satisfied the Justice of God for all our Sins,
jesus christ, my Brothers, hath paid all our Debts, he hath satisfied the justice of God for all our Sins,
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for those committed after Faith, as well as those committed before Faith and Union with him, all Vindictative Wrath is gone for ever;
for those committed After Faith, as well as those committed before Faith and union with him, all Vindictative Wrath is gone for ever;
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no Sin can make a breach in our Justification, nor break our Union with Christ;
no since can make a breach in our Justification, nor break our union with christ;
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Nothing can separate us from the Love of God, which is in Jesus Christ our Lord. Nothing can separate us from the Love of God, which is in jesus christ our Lord.
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— There is therefore now no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus. — There is Therefore now no condemnation to them that Are in christ jesus.
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None can condemn such, if sins committed after we believe were not Satisfied for, or Pardoned, there would be condemnation to every Believer,
None can condemn such, if Sins committed After we believe were not Satisfied for, or Pardoned, there would be condemnation to every Believer,
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because all have Sin, all daily Sin, but their Sins are not imputed to them, they were all laid upon Jesus Christ ;
Because all have since, all daily since, but their Sins Are not imputed to them, they were all laid upon jesus christ;
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and his Righteousness is for ever and at all times imputed to them that are in Christ Jesus ;
and his Righteousness is for ever and At all times imputed to them that Are in christ jesus;
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and once in him, for ever in him, So that a true Believer can never fall finally from this spiritual Ladder.
and once in him, for ever in him, So that a true Believer can never fallen finally from this spiritual Ladder.
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Eighteenthly, To raise up a Ladder, whose Foot stands upon the Earth, and the Top of it reacheth up to Heaven, is not easily done;Eighteenthly, To raise up a Ladder, whose Foot Stands upon the Earth, and the Top of it reaches up to Heaven, is not Easily done;
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it needs all mighty Strength, it calls for great Strength, wonderful Power, and also much Wisdom, and Skill;
it needs all mighty Strength, it calls for great Strength, wondered Power, and also much Wisdom, and Skill;
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it is hard, you know, to raise a Ladder that reacheth up but four or five Stories,
it is hard, you know, to raise a Ladder that reaches up but four or five Stories,
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or to the Top of a high House or Building;
or to the Top of a high House or Building;
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What Power of Man then can raise up such a Ladder that reacheth from Earth to Heaven?
What Power of Man then can raise up such a Ladder that reaches from Earth to Heaven?
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My Brethren, as none could contrive, and make such a Ladder, i. e. such a way to Heaven, My Brothers, as none could contrive, and make such a Ladder, i. e. such a Way to Heaven,
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but God himself, who by his almighty Wisdom, and Power built this World: So none but he could raise up this Ladder;
but God himself, who by his almighty Wisdom, and Power built this World: So none but he could raise up this Ladder;
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it required infinite Wisdom, and Strength to raise up Christ, when he was so low, being born down under the Guilt and Weight of our Sins, even low as Hell;
it required infinite Wisdom, and Strength to raise up christ, when he was so low, being born down under the Gilded and Weight of our Sins, even low as Hell;
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for Hell pangs took hold of him:
for Hell pangs took hold of him:
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O how low was he, when in the Garden, in his bloody Agony, and in the Grave !
Oh how low was he, when in the Garden, in his bloody Agony, and in the Grave!
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Could Sin, Death, or Devils, yea all the powers of Hell and Darkness have kept him down, he had never been raised from the Dead ▪ and from under Wrath, nor ascended up to Heaven:
Could since, Death, or Devils, yea all the Powers of Hell and Darkness have kept him down, he had never been raised from the Dead ▪ and from under Wrath, nor ascended up to Heaven:
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But what is too hard for God to do? He was raised by the Power of the Father;
But what is too hard for God to do? He was raised by the Power of the Father;
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or by the Glory of the Father ; as the Apostle words it; that is by his glorious Power, and to his eternal Glory; or by the Glory of the Father; as the Apostle words it; that is by his glorious Power, and to his Eternal Glory;
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God hath bo•h raised up the Lord, and will also raise us u• by his own Powe•. God hath bo•h raised up the Lord, and will also raise us u• by his own Powe•.
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He first raised him up, as to his Humane Nature, out of a dry Root: And hath raised up an Horn of Salvat•on for us in the House of David.
He First raised him up, as to his Humane Nature, out of a dry Root: And hath raised up an Horn of Salvat•on for us in the House of David.
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An Horn of Salvation, or a powerful Salvation. Also he raised him up when Sin and Wrath lay upon him ; an Horn of Salvation, or a powerful Salvation. Also he raised him up when since and Wrath lay upon him;
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and when he was Dead, and lay in the Grave. Nay, my Brethren, he raise• himself up,
and when he was Dead, and lay in the Grave. Nay, my Brothers, he raise• himself up,
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as I shall shew you hereafter, which is a greater wonder still, and more marvellous.
as I shall show you hereafter, which is a greater wonder still, and more marvellous.
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Ninteenthly, A Ladder, whose Foot stands upon the Earth, and the Top of it reacheth up to Heaven, is wonderfully Elivated, or Exalted.Nineteenthly, A Ladder, whose Foot Stands upon the Earth, and the Top of it reaches up to Heaven, is wonderfully Elevated, or Exalted.
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So Christ considered as Mediator, is wonderfully Elivated, or Exalted, both in respect o• his Person, and Offi•es.
So christ considered as Mediator, is wonderfully Elevated, or Exalted, both in respect o• his Person, and Offi•es.
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True, as he was God, and in the form of God, and thought it not Robbery to be equal with God, he could not be said to be Exalted; True, as he was God, and in the from of God, and Thought it not Robbery to be equal with God, he could not be said to be Exalted;
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but taking our Nature upo• him, he was abased, he Humbled himself, He took on him the •orm of a Servant, and became Obedient unto Death:
but taking our Nature upo• him, he was abased, he Humbled himself, He took on him the •orm of a Servant, and became Obedient unto Death:
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As considered as Mediator, he is Exalted, and hath a Name above every Name in Heaven, or Earth.
As considered as Mediator, he is Exalted, and hath a Name above every Name in Heaven, or Earth.
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First, In respect of his Person: First, In respect of his Person:
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Behold my Servant shall deal prudently, he shall be Exalted, and Extolled, and be made very high ▪ here are three words signifying the same thing, to express and hold forth the Glory and Exaltation of Jesus Christ.Behold my Servant shall deal prudently, he shall be Exalted, and Extolled, and be made very high ▪ Here Are three words signifying the same thing, to express and hold forth the Glory and Exaltation of jesus christ.
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1. He hath the Glory of God, the Glory of the whole God-head in him ▪ The fullness of the God-head dwells bodily in this blessed Person, the Man Christ Jesus;
1. He hath the Glory of God, the Glory of the Whole Godhead in him ▪ The fullness of the Godhead dwells bodily in this blessed Person, the Man christ jesus;
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and it pleased the Father it should be thus. He is the brightness of his Father's Glory, and the express Image of his Person.
and it pleased the Father it should be thus. He is the brightness of his Father's Glory, and the express Image of his Person.
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2. In that all the Glory of his Father's House is hung upon him, placed in him;
2. In that all the Glory of his Father's House is hung upon him, placed in him;
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he is the true Eliakim, the glory of the house of David, and of God's Israel: Nay, all the Glory of the holy Attributes sl•ine forth in him,
he is the true Eliakim, the glory of the house of David, and of God's Israel: Nay, all the Glory of the holy Attributes sl•ine forth in him,
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and are united and meet together in sweet Harmony in him; He is the Man of God's right Hand, whom he hath made strong for himself :
and Are united and meet together in sweet Harmony in him; He is the Man of God's right Hand, whom he hath made strong for himself:
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To manifest his own Glory, and to raise up his Elect to a most excellent State for ever.
To manifest his own Glory, and to raise up his Elect to a most excellent State for ever.
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3. In that the same divine Worship and Adoration which is due to the Father, is due to the Man Christ Jesus;
3. In that the same divine Worship and Adoration which is due to the Father, is due to the Man christ jesus;
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this, my Brethren, tends greatly to lift up, elivate, and exalt him to the Heavens: That all Men should honour the Son, even as they honour the Father ;
this, my Brothers, tends greatly to lift up, elivate, and exalt him to the Heavens: That all Men should honour the Son, even as they honour the Father;
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all Men must thus honour, and Worship him.
all Men must thus honour, and Worship him.
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Brethren, this is one of our strongest Arguments to prove that our Lord Jesus Christ is God, the true God, God by Nature, i. e. because Divine Adoration is due to him; Brothers, this is one of our Strongest Arguments to prove that our Lord jesus christ is God, the true God, God by Nature, i. e. Because Divine Adoration is due to him;
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even the same worship that is due to the Father;
even the same worship that is due to the Father;
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were he a meer Man, not the most high God, it would be great Idolatry to worship him:
were he a mere Man, not the most high God, it would be great Idolatry to worship him:
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I am the Lord, that is my Name; and my glory will I not give unto another, &c. the Apostle John would have worshiped the Angel; (thinking no doubt it had been Christ) I fell at his Feet to worship him, and he said, see thou do it not, I am thy Fellow-servant, I am the Lord, that is my Name; and my glory will I not give unto Another, etc. the Apostle John would have worshipped the Angel; (thinking no doubt it had been christ) I fell At his Feet to worship him, and he said, see thou do it not, I am thy Fellow servant,
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and of thy Brethren that have the Testimony of Jesus; worship God. Here Note two thingsand of thy Brothers that have the Testimony of jesus; worship God. Here Note two things
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1. That no meer Creature, tho' never so glorious, ought to be worshiped with divine Worship;
1. That no mere Creature, though never so glorious, ought to be worshipped with divine Worship;
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I am but a Creature equal in Office with thee, tho' not in Nature, (as if the Angel should say) therefore see thou do it not.
I am but a Creature equal in Office with thee, though not in Nature, (as if the Angel should say) Therefore see thou do it not.
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2. That divine Worship alone belongs to God; Worship God: — 'tis written, thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
2. That divine Worship alone belongs to God; Worship God: — it's written, thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
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But all Men are to worship Christ: and not only Men but the holy Angels also;
But all Men Are to worship christ: and not only Men but the holy Angels also;
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and again, when he bringeth in his first begotten into the World, he saith, and let all the Angels of God worship him: and again, when he brings in his First begotten into the World, he Says, and let all the Angels of God worship him:
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All the Angels, the mighty Angels that excell in Glory, Power, and Strength, bow down before him, and worship at his Feet:
All the Angels, the mighty Angels that excel in Glory, Power, and Strength, bow down before him, and worship At his Feet:
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So far is he exalted above them, he is ▪ beloved, the head of all Principalities, and Powers ;
So Far is he exalted above them, he is ▪ Beloved, the head of all Principalities, and Powers;
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he is their great and glorious Prince and Sovereign, they are all at his Command, are his Servants, and Retinue;
he is their great and glorious Prince and Sovereign, they Are all At his Command, Are his Servants, and Retinue;
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they all wait upon him, and willingly serve, and obey him.
they all wait upon him, and willingly serve, and obey him.
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4. Christ is lifted up, or exalted in that he is the immediate Object of our Faith and Trust: True;
4. christ is lifted up, or exalted in that he is the immediate Object of our Faith and Trust: True;
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the Father is Primarily the object of our Faith, but Brethren, Christ is the immediate Object thereof;
the Father is Primarily the Object of our Faith, but Brothers, christ is the immediate Object thereof;
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Ye believe in God, believe also in Me : You believe in God, believe also in Me:
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And this, because he is equal with the Father, and as Mediator we must by him believe in God the Father,
And this, Because he is equal with the Father, and as Mediator we must by him believe in God the Father,
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and come to the Father by him: No Man cometh to the Father, but by me. But again,
and come to the Father by him: No Man comes to the Father, but by me. But again,
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5. Brethren, Jesus Christ is lifted up and exalted in that the Government of the World is committed unto him;
5. Brothers, jesus christ is lifted up and exalted in that the Government of the World is committed unto him;
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The Father Judgeth no Man, but hath committed all Judgment to the Son ; the Father Judgeth no Man, but by the Son, all the administration of Judgment, Rule, The Father Judgeth no Man, but hath committed all Judgement to the Son; the Father Judgeth no Man, but by the Son, all the administration of Judgement, Rule,
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and Authority in the Church, and in the World, is in the hands of Christ, as Mediator;
and authority in the Church, and in the World, is in the hands of christ, as Mediator;
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he pulls down and sets up; By me Kings reign, and Princes decree Judgment. All Power and Authority in Heaven and Earth is his; he pulls down and sets up; By me Kings Reign, and Princes Decree Judgement. All Power and authority in Heaven and Earth is his;
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it is his essentially as God, and it is given unto him as Mediator. it is his essentially as God, and it is given unto him as Mediator.
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6. Christ is Lifted up, or exalted, in that he is all, and in all, where there is neither Greek nor Jew, &c. but Christ is all, and in all, He is our All to the Father;
6. christ is Lifted up, or exalted, in that he is all, and in all, where there is neither Greek nor Jew, etc. but christ is all, and in all, He is our All to the Father;
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he is our all with the Father; and our All from the Father, he is our All by way of Merit;
he is our all with the Father; and our All from the Father, he is our All by Way of Merit;
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he is meritoriously made All to us;
he is meritoriously made All to us;
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he purchased All that good we have, and expect to have, both Grace here, and glory hereafter.
he purchased All that good we have, and expect to have, both Grace Here, and glory hereafter.
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Jesus Christ is All to us by way of Conveyance, as he meritted all for us,
jesus christ is All to us by Way of Conveyance, as he merited all for us,
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so it is through him all good things, or divine Blessings, are communicated to us.
so it is through him all good things, or divine Blessings, Are communicated to us.
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As he is the Fountain that contains all things, so he is the Conduit-Pipe, thro' whom all good is conveyed to us also.
As he is the Fountain that contains all things, so he is the Conduit-Pipe, through whom all good is conveyed to us also.
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Again, he is All to us by way of Efficency and Causality;
Again, he is All to us by Way of Efficency and Causality;
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he works all our Works in us, and for us, and without him we can do Nothing : he works all our Works in us, and for us, and without him we can do Nothing:
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It is from him the Head that the whole Body receiveth Nourishment ;
It is from him the Head that the Whole Body receives Nourishment;
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so he it is that blesseth that Nourishment, that Food, viz. himself, his Word, his Ordinances,
so he it is that Blesses that Nourishment, that Food, viz. himself, his Word, his Ordinances,
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and all afflictions to us, which we live upon.
and all afflictions to us, which we live upon.
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Secondly, Christ is wonderfully lifted up, or is exalted to Heaven, if we consider the Persons, who are said to Greaten, and Magnifie Him. Secondly, christ is wonderfully lifted up, or is exalted to Heaven, if we Consider the Persons, who Are said to Greaten, and Magnify Him.
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1. The Father magnifies him, and hath exalted him at his Right hand to be a Prince, and a Saviour:
1. The Father Magnifies him, and hath exalted him At his Right hand to be a Prince, and a Saviour:
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This Exaltation of Christ denotes his Abasement, because he condescended so low, to humble himself, and to dye the Cursed death of the Cross; therefore he is exalted: See what Paul saith;
This Exaltation of christ denotes his Abasement, Because he condescended so low, to humble himself, and to die the Cursed death of the Cross; Therefore he is exalted: See what Paul Says;
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Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a Name above every Name; Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a Name above every Name;
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that at the Name of Jesus every knee should bow, &c. Not at the naming of Jesus,that At the Name of jesus every knee should bow, etc. Not At the naming of jesus,
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but at his Name. that is in respect of his Power, Authority, and Glory which he hath above all in Heaven and Earth considered,
but At his Name. that is in respect of his Power, authority, and Glory which he hath above all in Heaven and Earth considered,
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as he consi•teth in both Natures or as Mediator, God-man. 2. All the Saints of God, and Faithful Mini• of the Gospel, exalt Jesus Christ:
as he consi•teth in both Nature's or as Mediator, God-man. 2. All the Saints of God, and Faithful Mini• of the Gospel, exalt jesus christ:
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True, they cannot add any thing to his Glory, but they give or ascribe the highest Glory unto him as his due.
True, they cannot add any thing to his Glory, but they give or ascribe the highest Glory unto him as his endue.
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The Apostle lifted him up above: Moses, above Ang•ls; nay, as equal with the Father;
The Apostle lifted him up above: Moses, above Ang•ls; nay, as equal with the Father;
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Paul desired, to know nothing but Jesus Christ, and him Crucified, and resolved he should be magnified in his Body, whether it were by Life or by Death. Paul desired, to know nothing but jesus christ, and him crucified, and resolved he should be magnified in his Body, whither it were by Life or by Death.
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(1.) In that they all, did all things they did, in his Name. (2.) By his Power. (3.) To his Praise,
(1.) In that they all, did all things they did, in his Name. (2.) By his Power. (3.) To his Praise,
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and Glory. (4.) Also in shewing all Knowledge, Learning, Parts, Righteousness, moral Vertues, Gifts,
and Glory. (4.) Also in showing all Knowledge, Learning, Parts, Righteousness, moral Virtues, Gifts,
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and all Duties of Religion, are Nothing, or avail Nothing to a Man out of Christ;
and all Duties of Religion, Are Nothing, or avail Nothing to a Man out of christ;
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because it is his Righteousness, his M•rits exclusive of all, or any thing else that is the matter of our Justification before God.
Because it is his Righteousness, his M•rits exclusive of all, or any thing Else that is the matter of our Justification before God.
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3. All the holy Angels likewise exalt Christ, adore and magnify hi•.
3. All the holy Angels likewise exalt christ, adore and magnify hi•.
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Thirdly, God ha•• exalted him from Earth to Heaven, in respect of his Office (in which als• he is the Antitype of Jacob's L••de• ) wh•c• 〈 ◊ 〉 I have hinted at already,Thirdly, God ha•• exalted him from Earth to Heaven, in respect of his Office (in which als• he is the Antitype of Jacob's L••de•) wh•c• 〈 ◊ 〉 I have hinted At already,
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yet I ••all add 〈 … 〉.
yet I ••all add 〈 … 〉.
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1. Christ is chosen of God, a• I said, to be the only Mediator between God and Man, our Days-Man, that lays his hands upon both;
1. christ is chosen of God, a• I said, to be the only Mediator between God and Man, our Days-Man, that lays his hands upon both;
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and as Mediator he is a King, Priest, and Prophet.
and as Mediator he is a King, Priest, and Prophet.
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First, He is a Priest excelling the High-priests under the Law, being the substance and Antitype of all those Priests;First, He is a Priest excelling the High priests under the Law, being the substance and Antitype of all those Priests;
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he is both Priest, Altar, and Sacrifice: they were made Priests by men, he is made a Priest by God himself; they without an Oath ; he by an Oath ;
he is both Priest, Altar, and Sacrifice: they were made Priests by men, he is made a Priest by God himself; they without an Oath; he by an Oath;
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they had Infirmities, he had none.
they had Infirmities, he had none.
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The Priest under the Law could not continue, by reason of Death, he abideth a Priest for ever:
The Priest under the Law could not continue, by reason of Death, he Abideth a Priest for ever:
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They offered up Sacrifices that could not take away Sins, but by his one Sacrifice, all sins are done away for ever.
They offered up Sacrifices that could not take away Sins, but by his one Sacrifice, all Sins Are done away for ever.
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He bore the sins of his People indeed; he entered into the holiest of all ; he appears before God indeed, they only Typically.
He boar the Sins of his People indeed; he entered into the Holiest of all; he appears before God indeed, they only Typically.
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He made Attonement indeed, they but Typically and Ceremonially: He Judgeth of Uncleanness indeed, they but Typically;
He made Atonement indeed, they but Typically and Ceremonially: He Judgeth of Uncleanness indeed, they but Typically;
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he maketh true Judgment, because he knows all mens Hearts: He offers up unto God the true Incense;
he makes true Judgement, Because he knows all men's Hearts: He offers up unto God the true Incense;
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he blesseth the People, by conferring Grace, and divine Habits to them, and by turning them from their evil ways.
he Blesses the People, by conferring Grace, and divine Habits to them, and by turning them from their evil ways.
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He beyond the Priests under the Law, doth determine all, (yea the hardest) Controversies; He beyond the Priests under the Law, does determine all, (yea the Hardest) Controversies;
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he resolves all doubts between God and Man, such as these following; 1. How God is Just, and yet Gracious;
he resolves all doubts between God and Man, such as these following; 1. How God is Just, and yet Gracious;
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or how an offended God can, and doth justify guilty Sinners.
or how an offended God can, and does justify guilty Sinners.
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2. In and by by him we see how Justice and Mercy meet together, and Righteousness and Truth kiss each other:
2. In and by by him we see how justice and Mercy meet together, and Righteousness and Truth kiss each other:
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The one exalting the highest Satisfaction on terms of pure and severe Justice; and the other crying for infinite Mercy. 3. He resolves this Question; The one exalting the highest Satisfaction on terms of pure and severe justice; and the other crying for infinite Mercy. 3. He resolves this Question;
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viz, How an unrighteous and ungodly Man can be justified with God. 4. How Sin can be Punished, and yet Pardoned:videlicet, How an unrighteous and ungodly Man can be justified with God. 4. How since can be Punished, and yet Pardoned:
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5. How the Debt can be Paid, and yet be freely forgiven.
5. How the Debt can be Paid, and yet be freely forgiven.
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Brethren, Christ is a Priest, and as a Priest he is the Antitype of Jacob ' s - Ladder ;Brothers, christ is a Priest, and as a Priest he is the Antitype of Jacob ' s - Ladder;
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and as so considered, he is exalted on high; for in and by this Office he brings God and Man, Heaven and Earth together;
and as so considered, he is exalted on high; for in and by this Office he brings God and Man, Heaven and Earth together;
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I mean by that Attonement he hath made by his bloody Sacrifice;
I mean by that Atonement he hath made by his bloody Sacrifice;
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It pleased the Father by him to reconcile all things to himself, whether they be things on Earth, or things in Heaven. Heaven and Earth are not at a farther distance from each other, It pleased the Father by him to reconcile all things to himself, whither they be things on Earth, or things in Heaven. Heaven and Earth Are not At a farther distance from each other,
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as Naturally we are unto God, in respect of our state and Spirits, such Enmity is in the hearts of all unrenewed Sinners against God; but saith the Apostle;
as Naturally we Are unto God, in respect of our state and Spirits, such Enmity is in the hearts of all unrenewed Sinners against God; but Says the Apostle;
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But now in Christ Jesus ye that were afar off are made near by the Blood of Christ. But now in christ jesus the that were afar off Are made near by the Blood of christ.
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The way is by his Death, by his Blood which was shed upon the Earth; here we were, and here is the Foot of the Ladder. The Way is by his Death, by his Blood which was shed upon the Earth; Here we were, and Here is the Foot of the Ladder.
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God's Justice requires an infinite Satisfaction, and Christ being God, reached Heaven; i. e. the full demands of divine Justice:
God's justice requires an infinite Satisfaction, and christ being God, reached Heaven; i. e. the full demands of divine justice:
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Such a Days-Man we needed, who layeth his hands upon both.
Such a Days-Man we needed, who Layeth his hands upon both.
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By his being a Priest in his o••ering up that one Sacrifice he reconciled God to us, and by his Spirit he reconciles us to God, by his applying and making the Attonement efficacious,
By his being a Priest in his o••ering up that one Sacrifice he reconciled God to us, and by his Spirit he reconciles us to God, by his applying and making the Atonement efficacious,
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or effectual to us, that in the dispensation of the fulness of time, he might gather together in one, all things in Christ.
or effectual to us, that in the Dispensation of the fullness of time, he might gather together in one, all things in christ.
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This is done in him, even in Christ alone, none but he hath done it, or could do it.
This is done in him, even in christ alone, none but he hath done it, or could do it.
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God by him, who stands at the top of the Ladder, comes down to us, as well as we go up to God;
God by him, who Stands At the top of the Ladder, comes down to us, as well as we go up to God;
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it is by Christ that God comes down to us in a way of Mercy, Peace, and Reconciliation;
it is by christ that God comes down to us in a Way of Mercy, Peace, and Reconciliation;
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and it is by Christ we go up to God in a way of Faith, and dependance.
and it is by christ we go up to God in a Way of Faith, and dependence.
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Beloved, God and poor Sinners meet together on this Sacred Ladder (or blessed Medium and contrivances of infinite Wisdom) in Christ, we who were Strangers and Enemies, meet with a holy and just God, with joy and comfort:
beloved, God and poor Sinners meet together on this Sacred Ladder (or blessed Medium and contrivances of infinite Wisdom) in christ, we who were Strangers and Enemies, meet with a holy and just God, with joy and Comfort:
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You that were sometimes alienated, and enemies in your Minds by wicked Works, hath he reconciled in the body of his Flesh, through Death. You that were sometime alienated, and enemies in your Minds by wicked Works, hath he reconciled in the body of his Flesh, through Death.
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When we were Enemies we were reconciled unto God by the Death of his Son. Now this is done by Christ as a Priest in dying; But When we were Enemies we were reconciled unto God by the Death of his Son. Now this is done by christ as a Priest in dying; But
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Secondly, He is the Antitype of Jacob's Ladder, as our High-Priest also, by his Intercession now in Heaven. Secondly, He is the Antitype of Jacob's Ladder, as our High-Priest also, by his Intercession now in Heaven.
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1. He interceeds with God for us in Heaven also. 2. He interceeds by his Spirit in us:
1. He intercedes with God for us in Heaven also. 2. He intercedes by his Spirit in us:
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By his Intercession in heaven he prevails with God for the Blessings of his Attonement; By his Intercession in heaven he prevails with God for the Blessings of his Atonement;
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and by his Spirits intercession in us, all those Blessings are applyed, and so made effectual to us.
and by his Spirits Intercession in us, all those Blessings Are applied, and so made effectual to us.
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By vertue of his Satisfaction, God is brought near to us;
By virtue of his Satisfaction, God is brought near to us;
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and thro Application of his Blood, by his Spirit, we are brought near unto God: And thus is Christ, the blessed Medium or Way, by which Peace is made between Heaven and Earth, or God and Sinners.
and through Application of his Blood, by his Spirit, we Are brought near unto God: And thus is christ, the blessed Medium or Way, by which Peace is made between Heaven and Earth, or God and Sinners.
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Moreover, by this glorious Me•ium we have free access unto God, which is the effects of Christ's Priestly Office.
Moreover, by this glorious Me•ium we have free access unto God, which is the effects of Christ's Priestly Office.
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It is on this Sacred Ladder we come with holy boldness to the Throne of Gra•e:
It is on this Sacred Ladder we come with holy boldness to the Throne of Gra•e:
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It is by the blood of Jesus, through him by one Spirit we have both ( that is Jews and Gentiles,) access unto the Father. Again he saith, In whom we have boldness and access with Confidence, through Faith of •im. It is by the blood of jesus, through him by one Spirit we have both (that is jews and Gentiles,) access unto the Father. Again he Says, In whom we have boldness and access with Confidence, through Faith of •im.
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Christ is the Way of our Union with God, and also of our Com•union:
christ is the Way of our union with God, and also of our Com•union:
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All that divine and blessed intercourse that passeth between God and us, is in and by Jesus Christ;
All that divine and blessed intercourse that passes between God and us, is in and by jesus christ;
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Seeing then we have a great High-Pri••t, t••t is passed into Heaven, let us therefore come •oldly to the Throne of Grace, &c. Again he sai•h, Having therefore, Brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus. Seeing then we have a great High-Pri••t, t••t is passed into Heaven, let us Therefore come •oldly to the Throne of Grace, etc. Again he sai•h, Having Therefore, Brothers, boldness to enter into the Holiest by the blood of jesus.
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Secondly, Christ is exalted as he is a King, and also as King, he is the Antitype of Jacob 's Ladder; Secondly, christ is exalted as he is a King, and also as King, he is the Antitype of Jacob is Ladder;
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and in this respect wonderfully exalted:
and in this respect wonderfully exalted:
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Him hath God exalted at his Right-hand, to be a Prince, and a Saviour to give Repentance to Israel, and remission of Sins. Him hath God exalted At his Right-hand, to be a Prince, and a Saviour to give Repentance to Israel, and remission of Sins.
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Christ is King of Kings, and Lord of Lords, the only Potentate; It is by him Kings reign, and Princes decree Judgment.
christ is King of Kings, and Lord of lords, the only Potentate; It is by him Kings Reign, and Princes Decree Judgement.
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He pulls down one, and sets up another as it pleaseth him. [ 1. ] Christ, my Brethren, is the Father's Heir, his First-born. He pulls down one, and sets up Another as it Pleases him. [ 1. ] christ, my Brothers, is the Father's Heir, his Firstborn.
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[ 2. ] He is also qualified with all Princely Wisdome, and so fit to reign over all;
[ 2. ] He is also qualified with all Princely Wisdom, and so fit to Reign over all;
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Angels Men and Devils are subject unto him.
Angels Men and Devils Are Subject unto him.
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[ 3. ] He is chosen-King. [ 4. ] He is by the Fa•her anointed King with the Oyl of gladness above his Fellows.
[ 3. ] He is chosen-King. [ 4. ] He is by the Fa•her anointed King with the Oil of gladness above his Fellows.
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[ 5. ] And he is proclaimed King for ever. [ 6. ] He has the Government on his Should•rs ; [ 5. ] And he is proclaimed King for ever. [ 6. ] He has the Government on his Should•rs;
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he rules in us, and subdues all our Enemies; he bows and bends our Spirits and stubborn Wills to submit to his Sover•ignty; he rules in us, and subdues all our Enemies; he bows and bends our Spirits and stubborn Wills to submit to his Sover•ignty;
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he mortifies all our Co•ruptions, and brings us out of the Prison-house, and spoils the strong Man armed: he has conquered the World, Sin,
he Mortifies all our Co•ruptions, and brings us out of the Prison house, and spoils the strong Man armed: he has conquered the World, since,
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and Devils for us, and doth, and will also subdue them i• us; he is both King of Saints, and King of Nations.
and Devils for us, and does, and will also subdue them i• us; he is both King of Saints, and King of nations.
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Thirdly, Christ as he is a Prophet, is also the Antitype of Jacob's Ladder ; and as thus considered he is exalted. Thirdly, christ as he is a Prophet, is also the Antitype of Jacob's Ladder; and as thus considered he is exalted.
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1. He received his Doctrine from Heaven, and brings it down to Earth. He is said to speak from Heaven, and yet he spake on Earth ;
1. He received his Doctrine from Heaven, and brings it down to Earth. He is said to speak from Heaven, and yet he spoke on Earth;
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and when he spake on Earth as Man, he was in Heaven as God: And thus the Foot of the Ladder was on Earth,
and when he spoke on Earth as Man, he was in Heaven as God: And thus the Foot of the Ladder was on Earth,
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and the Top reached to Heaven.
and the Top reached to Heaven.
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Moreover, by his Speaking he makes such Hearts of men as were earthly ▪ to be heavenly,
Moreover, by his Speaking he makes such Hearts of men as were earthly ▪ to be heavenly,
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and lifts us up in our Desires, Meditations, and Affections from earth to heaven.
and lifts us up in our Desires, Meditations, and Affections from earth to heaven.
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Christ is lifted up and exalted as a Prophet, and higher in Glory than all the Prophets of God.
christ is lifted up and exalted as a Prophet, and higher in Glory than all the prophets of God.
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A Prophet is the Mouth of God to the People.
A Prophet is the Mouth of God to the People.
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Now, Jesus Christ, received his holy Doctrine from God, and spake as his Father gave Commandment.
Now, jesus christ, received his holy Doctrine from God, and spoke as his Father gave Commandment.
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— Moreover, he excels all other Prophets ; 1. All the Prophets of God besides him, were inspired by him
— Moreover, he excels all other prophets; 1. All the prophets of God beside him, were inspired by him
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2. They received the Spirit but by Measure; but he without Measure. 3. Other Prophets only could speak to the Ear, he speaks to the Heart.
2. They received the Spirit but by Measure; but he without Measure. 3. Other prophets only could speak to the Ear, he speaks to the Heart.
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4. Other Prophets could cause Men only to hear that were alive; but Christ can make them that are deaf and dead to hear.
4. Other prophets could cause Men only to hear that were alive; but christ can make them that Are deaf and dead to hear.
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5. Other Prophets can teach men Wisdom who have Uunderstanding, but Christ can Teach Fools to Understand, as well as give Understanding to the Heart. Who teacheth like him? 5. Other prophets can teach men Wisdom who have Uunderstanding, but christ can Teach Fools to Understand, as well as give Understanding to the Heart. Who Teaches like him?
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6. He can open the Ear as well as give Instruction.
6. He can open the Ear as well as give Instruction.
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7. All the Teachings of other Prophets and Teachers are in vain, without his divine Teachings.
7. All the Teachings of other prophets and Teachers Are in vain, without his divine Teachings.
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8. He can cause such whom he Teacheth to remember what they hear. 9. He Teacheth powerfully, and instructs with a high hand, and yet he Teacheth sweetly.
8. He can cause such whom he Teaches to Remember what they hear. 9. He Teaches powerfully, and instructs with a high hand, and yet he Teaches sweetly.
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10. He Teacheth not only Efficaciously, but also Infallibly, and removes all Obstructions that hinder Sinners from hearing and receiving what he saith unto them.
10. He Teaches not only Efficaciously, but also Infallibly, and removes all Obstructions that hinder Sinners from hearing and receiving what he Says unto them.
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He can teach men Wisdom as you have heard when they are asleep; O who teacheth like him. He can teach men Wisdom as you have herd when they Are asleep; O who Teaches like him.
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Christ is lifted up to Heaven, in that he is the Sum and Substance both of Law and Gospel: I mean the Antitype of all Types, and Substance of all Shadows: christ is lifted up to Heaven, in that he is the Sum and Substance both of Law and Gospel: I mean the Antitype of all Types, and Substance of all Shadows:
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He is the great Subject of Gospel-ministration.
He is the great Subject of Gospel ministration.
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What have Ministers to Preach but Jesus Christ? I have formerly shewed you what it is to Preach Christ,
What have Ministers to Preach but jesus christ? I have formerly showed you what it is to Preach christ,
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so as to exalt him and lift him up in the ministration of the Gospel. First, 'Tis to Preach the Excellencies of his Person.
so as to exalt him and lift him up in the ministration of the Gospel. First, It's to Preach the Excellencies of his Person.
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1. To Preach that he is GOD, God by Nature, not a petty-god, a god by Office,
1. To Preach that he is GOD, God by Nature, not a petty-god, a god by Office,
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but the most high God, the eternal God, Co-essential, Co-equal, and Co-eternal with the Father.
but the most high God, the Eternal God, Coessential, Coequal, and Coeternal with the Father.
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2. To Preach that he is MAN, truly Man, made of a Woman, of the same Flesh and Blood that the Children partake of.
2. To Preach that he is MAN, truly Man, made of a Woman, of the same Flesh and Blood that the Children partake of.
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3. That he is GOD and MAN, in one Person, both Natures making but one Christ, by a wonderful, and hypostatical Union.
3. That he is GOD and MAN, in one Person, both Nature's making but one christ, by a wondered, and hypostatical union.
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Secondly, To Preach Christ is to Preach his Incarnation, his Birth, his Life, his Death, his Resurrection, his Ascension, and his Intercession.Secondly, To Preach christ is to Preach his Incarnation, his Birth, his Life, his Death, his Resurrection, his Ascension, and his Intercession.
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Thirdly, To Preach Christ, is to Preach his holy Doctrine, and his exemplary Life, in his sweet Spirit, great Condescension, wonderful Abasement, infinite Love, Mercy, Faithfulness, Meekness, Charity, &c. 4. To Preach the Preciousness of Christ, is to Preach Christ. Thirdly, To Preach christ, is to Preach his holy Doctrine, and his exemplary Life, in his sweet Spirit, great Condescension, wondered Abasement, infinite Love, Mercy, Faithfulness, Meekness, Charity, etc. 4. To Preach the Preciousness of christ, is to Preach christ.
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5. To Preach Christ, is to Preach the necessity of Christ, and of his Death: And that
5. To Preach christ, is to Preach the necessity of christ, and of his Death: And that
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1. Because of that voluntary obligation he entered into with the Father. in behalf of the Elect from Eternity;
1. Because of that voluntary obligation he entered into with the Father. in behalf of the Elect from Eternity;
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that holy Covenant, and Compact •aid a necessity upon him to dye in our stead.
that holy Covenant, and Compact •aid a necessity upon him to die in our stead.
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2. In respect of God's eternal Decree, and purpose, he being a Lamb slain before the beginning of the World.
2. In respect of God's Eternal decree, and purpose, he being a Lamb slave before the beginning of the World.
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3. In respect of those ancient Prophesies concerning him, and of his Work, and Office which must be all accomplished.
3. In respect of those ancient prophecies Concerning him, and of his Work, and Office which must be all accomplished.
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4. In respect of all those Types and Shaddows that pointed to him, which must be fulfilled in their Antitype, &c.
4. In respect of all those Types and Shadows that pointed to him, which must be fulfilled in their Antitype, etc.
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5. And in respect of all the Saints who lived under the Old-Testament, who ventured their Souls and Salvation upon him,
5. And in respect of all the Saints who lived under the Old-Testament, who ventured their Souls and Salvation upon him,
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as to come and was to dye for them.
as to come and was to die for them.
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6. In respect of the Nature, Holiness, and Justice of God, and of his absolute Threatning, pronounced against Adam, and all Mankind in him.
6. In respect of the Nature, Holiness, and justice of God, and of his absolute Threatening, pronounced against Adam, and all Mankind in him.
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7. In respect of the Sanction and perfect Holiness of the Law; and of that Curse it laid all Men under.
7. In respect of the Sanction and perfect Holiness of the Law; and of that Curse it laid all Men under.
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8. Moreover, there is an absolute necessity of Christ, and of Faith in him, in respect of God's Revealation, there being no other Way, Person,
8. Moreover, there is an absolute necessity of christ, and of Faith in him, in respect of God's Revelation, there being no other Way, Person,
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or Means, found out or revealed, to redeem fallen Man, but Jesus Christ only.
or Means, found out or revealed, to Redeem fallen Man, but jesus christ only.
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Fourthly, To Preach Christ, is to Preach the power and ability of Christ, to save all that believe in him, Fourthly, To Preach christ, is to Preach the power and ability of christ, to save all that believe in him,
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or that come to God by him. Fifthly, To Preach Christ, exalt him, and lift him up, is to Preach his Readiness,
or that come to God by him. Fifthly, To Preach christ, exalt him, and lift him up, is to Preach his Readiness,
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and Willingness, as well as his Power, and Ability to save. Sixthly, 'Tis to Preach the unsearchable Riches of Christ.
and Willingness, as well as his Power, and Ability to save. Sixthly, It's to Preach the unsearchable Riches of christ.
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Seventhly, To Preach Christ, is to Preach Christ the Power of God, and the Wisdom of God;Seventhly, To Preach christ, is to Preach christ the Power of God, and the Wisdom of God;
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i. e. in whom all the glorious Attributes of God are united in sweet Harmony, and shine forth in equal Glory, and Strength to save Sinners, lost and undone Sinners.i. e. in whom all the glorious Attributes of God Are united in sweet Harmony, and shine forth in equal Glory, and Strength to save Sinners, lost and undone Sinners.
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Eighthly, To Preach Christ, is to preach him not only the one Mediator, between God and Man, Eighthly, To Preach christ, is to preach him not only the one Mediator, between God and Man,
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but also our blessed Surety, or the Surety, and Testator of the New-Covenant.
but also our blessed Surety, or the Surety, and Testator of the New-covenant.
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Ninthly, To preach Christ, is to preach him in all his offices, as you have heard.Ninthly, To preach christ, is to preach him in all his Offices, as you have herd.
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Tenthly, To Preach Christ, exalt Christ alone, is to preach his Satis•action; or that full and compleat Reconciliation he hath made by his Obedience, and suffering; Tenthly, To Preach christ, exalt christ alone, is to preach his Satis•action; or that full and complete Reconciliation he hath made by his obedience, and suffering;
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our Faith and Holiness adding nothing thereunto. Eleventhly, To Preach Christ, is to Preach Justification only by him;
our Faith and Holiness adding nothing thereunto. Eleventhly, To Preach christ, is to Preach Justification only by him;
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i. e. That he and his perfect Righteousness alone is that which Justifies us, as it is Imputed to us that believe;i. e. That he and his perfect Righteousness alone is that which Justifies us, as it is Imputed to us that believe;
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his active Obedience being that whi•h is our only Title to Heaven; his active obedience being that whi•h is our only Title to Heaven;
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and that his Death (he bearing all God's vindictative Wrath for our Sins) is that only which delivers us from Hell. and that his Death (he bearing all God's vindictative Wrath for our Sins) is that only which delivers us from Hell.
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Twelfthly, To Preach Christ, exalt Christ, is to Preach him the Way, the only way to the Father; Twelfthly, To Preach christ, exalt christ, is to Preach him the Way, the only Way to the Father;
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No Man cometh to the Father, but by me. No Man comes to the Father, but by me.
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To preach him the Truth, that all truth is in him, centres in him, found and experienced in him, and proceeding from him. To preach him the Truth, that all truth is in him, centres in him, found and experienced in him, and proceeding from him.
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To p•each Christ the Life, the life of our Souls;
To p•each christ the Life, the life of our Souls;
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not only having purchased Life for us, but infuseth Life, or a vital Principle into us, and preserves that Life;
not only having purchased Life for us, but infuseth Life, or a vital Principle into us, and preserves that Life;
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that he is the Bread of Life, and the Water of Life.
that he is the Bred of Life, and the Water of Life.
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That Christ is the hidden Manna that came down from Heaven; (which the natural Man knoweth not) that by coming to him, by believing on him, or receiving of him, we live;
That christ is the hidden Manna that Come down from Heaven; (which the natural Man Knoweth not) that by coming to him, by believing on him, or receiving of him, we live;
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and that by our Union with him, he is ours;
and that by our union with him, he is ours;
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and his Righteousness, and all the Merits of his Blood, even all his Riches, both Grace and Glory, becomes ours;
and his Righteousness, and all the Merits of his Blood, even all his Riches, both Grace and Glory, becomes ours;
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or we have an Interest in him, and all he is, and hath.
or we have an Interest in him, and all he is, and hath.
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Thirteenthly, To Preach Christ, is to Preach him to be our Bride-groom, that espouseth us in Conjugal Affections, in Knowledge, in Faithfulness, in Mercy, Thirteenthly, To Preach christ, is to Preach him to be our Bridegroom, that espouseth us in Conjugal Affections, in Knowledge, in Faithfulness, in Mercy,
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and in loving Kindness for ever. That he is our Physician, that heals all our Diseases: Our Shepherd to gather us,
and in loving Kindness for ever. That he is our physician, that heals all our Diseases: Our Shepherd to gather us,
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or bring us home to his Fold, that feeds, leads, protects and defends us.
or bring us home to his Fold, that feeds, leads, protects and defends us.
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To Preach Christ the only Head of the Church, having absolute Power over his Body, and graciously guiding and influencing it, and every Member thereof.
To Preach christ the only Head of the Church, having absolute Power over his Body, and graciously guiding and influencing it, and every Member thereof.
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To Preach Christ the only Foundation, and chief Corner-stone, upon whom the Church is built, and every lively Stone is united, to build our Salvation on him, to Trust on him,
To Preach christ the only Foundation, and chief Cornerstone, upon whom the Church is built, and every lively Stone is united, to built our Salvation on him, to Trust on him,
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and to have all our Faith and Hope in him.
and to have all our Faith and Hope in him.
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To Preach Christ, is to Preach him the Sun of Righteousness, like as the Sun in Glory, he is the Anima Mundi, the very Soul of the new World, in respect of Light and Life, as well as Heat;
To Preach christ, is to Preach him the Sun of Righteousness, like as the Sun in Glory, he is the Anima Mundi, the very Soul of the new World, in respect of Light and Life, as well as Heat;
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and in respect of his fructifying and comforting Influence;
and in respect of his fructifying and comforting Influence;
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and by his expelling all our Darkness, causing a lovely Spring, and blessed Day in all such Souls on whom he riseth and shines.
and by his expelling all our Darkness, causing a lovely Spring, and blessed Day in all such Souls on whom he Riseth and shines.
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To Preach Christ the Fountain, to wash us, as well as the Sun to enlighten us, To Preach christ the Fountain, to wash us, as well as the Sun to enlighten us,
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and our only Physician to heal us.
and our only physician to heal us.
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To Preach Christ in a Word ▪ is to Preach him to be every thing that God hath made him to be unto us; To Preach christ in a Word ▪ is to Preach him to be every thing that God hath made him to be unto us;
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even both Wisdom and Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption.
even both Wisdom and Righteousness, Sanctification and Redemption.
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Fourteenthly, To Preach Christ, is to Preach him, as I said, to be the Antitype of all Types, and the Substance of all Shadows. Fourteenthly, To Preach christ, is to Preach him, as I said, to be the Antitype of all Types, and the Substance of all Shadows.
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1. The second Adam, publick Person, and great Covenanting Head, and blessed Representative of all his Elect ;
1. The second Adam, public Person, and great Covenanting Head, and blessed Representative of all his Elect;
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out of whose Side his Spouse is taken.
out of whose Side his Spouse is taken.
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2. The true Noah, and Heir of the World, that builds the Ark, and that saves all just Persons;
2. The true Noah, and Heir of the World, that builds the Ark, and that saves all just Persons;
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the true Preacher of Righteousness, that sends the Dove, and that repairs the lost World.
the true Preacher of Righteousness, that sends the Dove, and that repairs the lost World.
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3. The true Melchizedeck, without Father and Mother, made a Priest by an Oath, that blesseth Abraham, and all his true Seed.
3. The true Melchizedeck, without Father and Mother, made a Priest by an Oath, that Blesses Abraham, and all his true Seed.
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4. The true Abraham, to whom all the Promises are made;
4. The true Abraham, to whom all the Promises Are made;
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the Father of all the Faithful, and th•t turns the Bon•-woman and her Son out of Doors, and recovers the Captives. the Father of all the Faithful, and th•t turns the Bon•-woman and her Son out of Doors, and recovers the Captives.
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5. The true, and Antitypical Isaac, long promised before Born, and brought forth out of a dry Root, by the mighty Power of God, and Word of Promise;
5. The true, and Antitypical Isaac, long promised before Born, and brought forth out of a dry Root, by the mighty Power of God, and Word of Promise;
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three dayes dead, and yet, as to his Deity, dyed not, and yet was Offered up for a Sacrifice by his Father.
three days dead, and yet, as to his Deity, died not, and yet was Offered up for a Sacrifice by his Father.
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6. The true Jacob, who as a Prince, prevailed with God. 7. Our Joseph, who was Sold into the hands of the wic•ed Ishmaelites ;
6. The true Jacob, who as a Prince, prevailed with God. 7. Our Joseph, who was Sold into the hands of the wic•ed Ishmaelites;
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and who by his Abasement, was raised to Honour, and made Lord-Treasurer of all the Land, who feeds all Famished and hunger-starved Sinners, to whom all must go for Bread,
and who by his Abasement, was raised to Honour, and made Lord treasurer of all the Land, who feeds all Famished and Hunger-starved Sinners, to whom all must go for Bred,
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and before whom, all his Brethren must bow.
and before whom, all his Brothers must bow.
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8. Our Moses, that brings all the Children of Israel out of Spiritual Egypt, and Bondage of Sin, and Satan.
8. Our Moses, that brings all the Children of Israel out of Spiritual Egypt, and Bondage of since, and Satan.
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9. The true Joshua, that carries God's Israel into the Land of Promise.
9. The true joshua, that carries God's Israel into the Land of Promise.
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10. Our strong Samson, that slew the devouring Lyon, and who, by death, or dying, destroyed our Enemies,
10. Our strong samson, that slew the devouring lion, and who, by death, or dying, destroyed our Enemies,
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11. The true David, beloved of God, and his only Anointed, with whom the Covenant stands fast for ever.
11. The true David, Beloved of God, and his only Anointed, with whom the Covenant Stands fast for ever.
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12. The true Solomon, the Prince of Peace, that excells all in Wisdom, both Men and Angels;
12. The true Solomon, the Prince of Peace, that excels all in Wisdom, both Men and Angels;
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that builds God's Temple, and bears the Glory: and that Marries the Aethiopian Woman, the black and polluted Gentiles.
that builds God's Temple, and bears the Glory: and that Marries the aethiopian Woman, the black and polluted Gentiles.
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13. The true Elisha, that Cures all the Leperous Naamans, and multiplieth the Widdows Oyl.
13. The true Elisha, that Cures all the Leperous Naamans, and multiplieth the Widows Oil.
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14. The true Elijah, that raiseth up the dead Child, i. e. the dead Soul: and that went to Heaven.
14. The true Elijah, that Raiseth up the dead Child, i. e. the dead Soul: and that went to Heaven.
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15. Our Jonah, that was cast into the Sea of God's Wrath, to make a Calm, that lay three days and three nights in the heart of the Earth.
15. Our Jonah, that was cast into the Sea of God's Wrath, to make a Cam, that lay three days and three nights in the heart of the Earth.
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16. The true Antitypical Aaron, as you heard before. 17. The Mercy-Seat, from whence God Communes with us.
16. The true Antitypical Aaron, as you herd before. 17. The Mercy-Seat, from whence God Communes with us.
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18. The Altar of Perfame, that presents all our Persons and Prayers, acceptable unto God the Father.
18. The Altar of Perfame, that presents all our Persons and Prayers, acceptable unto God the Father.
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19. The Antitype of the Slain, and Scape-goat, on whom all our Sins are laid; and who bears them all away into an unknown Land.
19. The Antitype of the Slave, and Scapegoat, on whom all our Sins Are laid; and who bears them all away into an unknown Land.
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20. The true Antitypical Rock, that was smitten in the Wilderness, that we might have Water of Life to drink in this Wilderness, until we come to the true Canaan.
20. The true Antitypical Rock, that was smitten in the Wilderness, that we might have Water of Life to drink in this Wilderness, until we come to the true Canaan.
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21. The true Passover, that was Sacrificed for us. 22. The true Sin-offering: yea, both Priest, Altar, and Sacrifice.
21. The true Passover, that was Sacrificed for us. 22. The true Sin-offering: yea, both Priest, Altar, and Sacrifice.
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Lastly, the Antitypical brasen Serpent, that is lifted up to cure all that are Stung with Sin, that fiery Serpent, that look up to him by Faith.
Lastly, the Antitypical brazen Serpent, that is lifted up to cure all that Are Stung with since, that fiery Serpent, that look up to him by Faith.
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Fifteenthly, To Preach Christ, is to Preach all the Ordinances of Christ, holy Precepts and Institutions.Fifteenthly, To Preach christ, is to Preach all the Ordinances of christ, holy Precepts and Institutions.
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Sixteenthly, To Preach Christ, is to Preach all the Promises of Christ, and all in him, Sixteenthly, To Preach christ, is to Preach all the Promises of christ, and all in him,
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and in him sure to all his Seed; Not Yea, and Nay, but Yea, and Amen, to the Glory of God the Father.
and in him sure to all his Seed; Not Yea, and Nay, but Yea, and Amen, to the Glory of God the Father.
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Seventeenthly, To Preach Christ, is to Preach that fulness that is in Christ; viz. Seventeenthly, To Preach christ, is to Preach that fullness that is in christ; viz.
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1. A Soul-fulness, or spiritual Fulness, a Soul enriching fulness, a s•itable fulness, and seasonable fulness, a necessary fulness, a Soul-satisfying fulness, an eternal and everlasting fulness.
1. A Soul-fulness, or spiritual Fullness, a Soul enriching fullness, a s•itable fullness, and seasonable fullness, a necessary fullness, a Soul-satisfying fullness, an Eternal and everlasting fullness.
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2. A fulness of Merit and Satisfaction, and of Righteousness. 3. A fulness of Grace.
2. A fullness of Merit and Satisfaction, and of Righteousness. 3. A fullness of Grace.
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4. A fulness of Light, and a fulness of Sufficiency, as Mediator of Power, Wisdome, Knowledge, Love, Mercy, Pardon, Peace, Joy and Glory.
4. A fullness of Light, and a fullness of Sufficiency, as Mediator of Power, Wisdom, Knowledge, Love, Mercy, Pardon, Peace, Joy and Glory.
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5. A fulness of Efficiency. Tho we are never so empty, Christ can fill us; tho never so poor, he can inrich us;
5. A fullness of Efficiency. Though we Are never so empty, christ can fill us; though never so poor, he can enrich us;
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tho never so weak, he can strengthen us;
though never so weak, he can strengthen us;
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tho never so Ignorant, he can give us knowle•ge, tho never so guilty, he can justifie us;
though never so Ignorant, he can give us knowle•ge, though never so guilty, he can justify us;
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tho' never so naked, he can cloathe us; tho never so sa•• he can rejoyce our troubled Hearts:
though never so naked, he can cloth us; though never so sa•• he can rejoice our troubled Hearts:
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In a word, All fulness is in Christ: In him dwelleth the fulness of the God-head, Bodily :
In a word, All fullness is in christ: In him dwells the fullness of the Godhead, Bodily:
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Not part of the God-head, (the God-head, the distinguished, cannot be divided) but the whole God-head dwelleth in the Son,
Not part of the Godhead, (the Godhead, the distinguished, cannot be divided) but the Whole Godhead dwells in the Son,
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as in the Father, and in the Holy Ghost.
as in the Father, and in the Holy Ghost.
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Eighteenthly, To Preach Christ, to exalt him, as the Father hath I fred him up ▪ and magnify'd him, is to abase the Creature;Eighteenthly, To Preach christ, to exalt him, as the Father hath I fred him up ▪ and magnified him, is to abase the Creature;
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'tis to give all the glory of our Salvation to him, and assume none of it to ourselves.
it's to give all the glory of our Salvation to him, and assume none of it to ourselves.
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To Preach him only, not to Preach Moses, nor to take the Law from his Mouth,
To Preach him only, not to Preach Moses, nor to take the Law from his Mouth,
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but from the Mouth of Christ, or as it is in Christ's hands; not to Preach Morality, as that which can justifie and save us.
but from the Mouth of christ, or as it is in Christ's hands; not to Preach Morality, as that which can justify and save us.
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Not to Preach the Light within all, to be our Saviour:
Not to Preach the Light within all, to be our Saviour:
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For that is to Preach the Law written in the Heart of Man, it being the substance of that Law written in the Two Tables of Stone. Not to Preach the Decrees of general Councils, or National Synods. Nor to mix our inherent Righteousness, and sincere Obedience;
For that is to Preach the Law written in the Heart of Man, it being the substance of that Law written in the Two Tables of Stone. Not to Preach the Decrees of general Councils, or National Synods. Nor to mix our inherent Righteousness, and sincere obedience;
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no, nor our Faith with Christ's Righteousness.
no, nor our Faith with Christ's Righteousness.
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Thus I have shewed you how Christ is Exalted, Flivated, and like Jacob's Ladder lifted up to Heaven:
Thus I have showed you how christ is Exalted, Flivated, and like Jacob's Ladder lifted up to Heaven:
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Nay, he's made higher than the Heavens;
Nay, he's made higher than the Heavens;
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and that in his Person, and by his Offices, Heaven and Earth meet together, and God and Man, in Jesus Christ, are made One, —
and that in his Person, and by his Offices, Heaven and Earth meet together, and God and Man, in jesus christ, Are made One, —
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I shall Close at this time with a Word of Application :
I shall Close At this time with a Word of Application:
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APPLICATION.
APPLICATION.
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1. We may Infer from hence, that here is wonderful Incouragement for poor Sinners to come to Christ;
1. We may Infer from hence, that Here is wondered Encouragement for poor Sinners to come to christ;
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believe in him, or to venture up this Spiritual Ladder. 2. Behold the fulness which is in Christ, and bless God for such a Way,
believe in him, or to venture up this Spiritual Ladder. 2. Behold the fullness which is in christ, and bless God for such a Way,
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for such a Ladder that reacheth up to Heaven. 3. Inquiry But why is there so great a fulness in Christ?
for such a Ladder that reaches up to Heaven. 3. Inquiry But why is there so great a fullness in christ?
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1. Because God will Exalt him, and Magnify him:
1. Because God will Exalt him, and Magnify him:
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He knew how many would Debase him, and Disrobe him, of which sort we have too many in these Days.
He knew how many would Debase him, and Disrobe him, of which sort we have too many in these Days.
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2. Because he being God, it cannot be otherwise; and this shews he is God:
2. Because he being God, it cannot be otherwise; and this shows he is God:
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Would God give this Glory to a meer Creature, it would be Idolatry to give divine Adoration to Christ, were not he the most high God.
Would God give this Glory to a mere Creature, it would be Idolatry to give divine Adoration to christ, were not he the most high God.
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3. It is because there is such an Emptiness in poor Sinners; nay, in Believers, as in themselves.
3. It is Because there is such an Emptiness in poor Sinners; nay, in Believers, as in themselves.
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4. It is because Christ hath so many Vessels, empty Vessels to fill: True, he has filled Multitudes already, from the beginning of the World;
4. It is Because christ hath so many Vessels, empty Vessels to fill: True, he has filled Multitudes already, from the beginning of the World;
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for all that ever had any Righteousness, any Grace, or Peace; I mean true Grace and Peace, they had it from Jesus Christ.
for all that ever had any Righteousness, any Grace, or Peace; I mean true Grace and Peace, they had it from jesus christ.
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But he hath many empty Vessels yet to fill, therefore there is need of such a fulness in him;
But he hath many empty Vessels yet to fill, Therefore there is need of such a fullness in him;
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he fills his Church, nay all his Churches, and hath a greater Vessel yet to fill,
he fills his Church, nay all his Churches, and hath a greater Vessel yet to fill,
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when he hath emptied it, namely the whole Earth;
when he hath emptied it, namely the Whole Earth;
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For all the Earth shall be filled with the Knowledge of the glory of the Lord. For all the Earth shall be filled with the Knowledge of the glory of the Lord.
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And he is emptying it in order to this now: He will make the Earth empty, and turn it up ▪ side down.
And he is emptying it in order to this now: He will make the Earth empty, and turn it up ▪ side down.
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Now 'tis full of Wickedness, full of Sin, full of horrid Abominations, of Oaths, of Pride, Uncleanness, Drunkenness, Cruelty, Divisions, Contentions;
Now it's full of Wickedness, full of since, full of horrid Abominations, of Oaths, of Pride, Uncleanness, drunkenness, Cruelty, Divisions, Contentions;
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nay, of Idolatry, Superstition, Errors, Heresies, and what not;
nay, of Idolatry, Superstition, Errors, Heresies, and what not;
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but he will empty it e'er long, and then fill it, there is a new World very near, look for it, prepare for it, be ready.
but he will empty it ever long, and then fill it, there is a new World very near, look for it, prepare for it, be ready.
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5. Christ is full, because there is no Bread but in this Garner, no Water of Life for all the World,
5. christ is full, Because there is no Bred but in this Garner, no Water of Life for all the World,
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but in this Well, in this Fountain.
but in this Well, in this Fountain.
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6. Because no Sinner might be discouraged, nor dispair of help, succour, and relief in Christ,
6. Because no Sinner might be discouraged, nor despair of help, succour, and relief in christ,
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nor Believers, because they are God's Children, and have his Likeness; — Also; 4. This may Reprove such that cast Contempt upon Jesus Christ.
nor Believers, Because they Are God's Children, and have his Likeness; — Also; 4. This may Reprove such that cast Contempt upon jesus christ.
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Some lay quite aside this chief Corner-stone: What do they less, that trust to a sober Moral Life? or they that cry up the Light within, as if that was a Ladder that reaches to Heaven, which is to build on the Covenant of Works. Others degrade him, that put part of the highest Glory on the Will of Man; some lay quite aside this chief Cornerstone: What do they less, that trust to a Sobrium Moral Life? or they that cry up the Light within, as if that was a Ladder that reaches to Heaven, which is to built on the Covenant of Works. Others degrade him, that put part of the highest Glory on the Will of Man;
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and such who mix their own Faith, sincere Obedience, or Righteousness with Christ's Merits, and make the Gospel as a meer Law of Obedience, with the sanction of Promises and Threatnings, rendring our Faith and Obedience the Condition of our Salvation.
and such who mix their own Faith, sincere obedience, or Righteousness with Christ's Merits, and make the Gospel as a mere Law of obedience, with the sanction of Promises and Threatenings, rendering our Faith and obedience the Condition of our Salvation.
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This is not to go to Heaven by Jacob's Ladder. 5. Be Exhorted to venture up this Spiritual Ladder, i. e. to believe in Christ.
This is not to go to Heaven by Jacob's Ladder. 5. Be Exhorted to venture up this Spiritual Ladder, i. e. to believe in christ.
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[ Motives. ] 1. A mighty Flood of divine Wrath is near; [ Motives. ] 1. A mighty Flood of divine Wrath is near;
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it will certainly come, and it will over-flow all the dwellers on the Earth, or such that dwell below:
it will Certainly come, and it will overflow all the dwellers on the Earth, or such that dwell below:
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The Saints, who are ascended upon this Ladder, dwell above: Oh climb up quickly, if you would escape the Wrath to come!
The Saints, who Are ascended upon this Ladder, dwell above: O climb up quickly, if you would escape the Wrath to come!
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2. There is (you have heard) no other way to go to Heaven;
2. There is (you have herd) no other Way to go to Heaven;
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Christ is the Way in which we must walk, the Foundation on which we must build, the Door by which we must enter, or the Ladder by which we must ascend, even by the Vail ;
christ is the Way in which we must walk, the Foundation on which we must built, the Door by which we must enter, or the Ladder by which we must ascend, even by the vail;
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that is to say, his Flesh, or by the blood of his Cross.
that is to say, his Flesh, or by the blood of his Cross.
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Do not dream of getting to Heaven by your Tears or Prayers, or by your good Deeds, or good Duties ;
Do not dream of getting to Heaven by your Tears or Prayers, or by your good deeds, or good Duties;
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or by the broken Ladder of Free-will ; or by the Light within all.
or by the broken Ladder of Freewill; or by the Light within all.
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What, O what will become of them that strive to throw down this Ladder, and th•nk to be saved some other ways!
What, Oh what will become of them that strive to throw down this Ladder, and th•nk to be saved Some other ways!
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3. Tho this Ladder be high, and thy Faith is but weak, yet venture up, set thy Foot upon the first Round ;
3. Tho this Ladder be high, and thy Faith is but weak, yet venture up, Set thy Foot upon the First Round;
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I told you the last day that many vvho vvere weak as thou art, are gone to Heaven this way;
I told you the last day that many who were weak as thou art, Are gone to Heaven this Way;
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yea, Multitudes that were as heavy laden as thou art, or canst be, ventured up, and found sure and firm Footing. 4. Thy danger, O Sinner!
yea, Multitudes that were as heavy laden as thou art, or Canst be, ventured up, and found sure and firm Footing. 4. Thy danger, Oh Sinner!
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is great, wilt thou perish in the Flood? O fly to this Ark, get up this Ladder;
is great, wilt thou perish in the Flood? O fly to this Ark, get up this Ladder;
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He that believeth not shall be Damned. He that Believeth not shall be Damned.
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5. Remember the top reacheth to Heaven, it will bring thee to Heaven, and know also, that in the way, there are many Angels, they ascend and descend upon this Ladder:
5. remember the top reaches to Heaven, it will bring thee to Heaven, and know also, that in the Way, there Are many Angels, they ascend and descend upon this Ladder:
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they come down to fetch some up, and others they lead and conduct, even those that are ascending upon it:
they come down to fetch Some up, and Others they led and conduct, even those that Are ascending upon it:
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Thou shalt, O Sinner, have blessed Support and Supporters in the way.
Thou shalt, Oh Sinner, have blessed Support and Supporters in the Way.
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Examin. ] Try yourselves, do you exalt Jesus Christ? Certainly if the Father hath exalted him, we ought so to do.Examine. ] Try yourselves, do you exalt jesus christ? Certainly if the Father hath exalted him, we ought so to do.
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1. Dost thou lay the whole stress of thy Salvation on Jesus Christ, and believe with thy whole Heart?
1. Dost thou lay the Whole stress of thy Salvation on jesus christ, and believe with thy Whole Heart?
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2. Dost thou love him above all things in the world?
2. Dost thou love him above all things in the world?
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3. Dost thou deny thy self, and forsake all things for his sake, and take up thy Cross and follow him?
3. Dost thou deny thy self, and forsake all things for his sake, and take up thy Cross and follow him?
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4. Dost thou account all things loss for the excel• of Jesus Christ?
4. Dost thou account all things loss for the excel• of jesus christ?
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5. Dost thou take none of his Right, nor Glory from him, and ascribe it to Man,
5. Dost thou take none of his Right, nor Glory from him, and ascribe it to Man,
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or to the Will of the Creature.
or to the Will of the Creature.
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6. Canst not thou be satisfied with any thing without him? No, not with Ordinances,
6. Canst not thou be satisfied with any thing without him? No, not with Ordinances,
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unless thou dost meet with him, and enjoyst him in them?
unless thou dost meet with him, and enjoyest him in them?
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7. Dost thou desire before all things to be like unto him, or have his Image?
7. Dost thou desire before all things to be like unto him, or have his Image?
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8. Canst not thou endure to grieve nor offend him?
8. Canst not thou endure to grieve nor offend him?
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9. Dost thou love him in all wheresoever thou seest his Image, not because they are in all things of thy Opinion,
9. Dost thou love him in all wheresoever thou See his Image, not Because they Are in all things of thy Opinion,
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but because they are God's Children, and have his Likeness. — Also,
but Because they Are God's Children, and have his Likeness. — Also,
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6. This may I•form us who are true Ministers, as well as who •re 〈 ◊ 〉 C•ristians.
6. This may I•form us who Are true Ministers, as well as who •re 〈 ◊ 〉 C•ristians.
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1. Not the• 〈 … 〉 the G•d-head of Christ:
1. Not the• 〈 … 〉 the G•d-head of christ:
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No, let the• 〈 … 〉 lush 〈 ◊ 〉 be a•hamed• ▪ This discovers that 〈 ◊ 〉 are grand Hereticks, and know not Christ.
No, let the• 〈 … 〉 lush 〈 ◊ 〉 be a•hamed• ▪ This discovers that 〈 ◊ 〉 Are grand Heretics, and know not christ.
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2. Not such who render God only re•oncilable, or a conditional Saviour, not fully re•onciled in Jesus Christ, according to their Doctrin•: Christ is yours,
2. Not such who render God only re•oncilable, or a conditional Saviour, not Fully re•onciled in jesus christ, according to their Doctrin•: christ is yours,
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if you perform the Condition, and what is that? why change your own Hearts, be Regenerated,
if you perform the Condition, and what is that? why change your own Hearts, be Regenerated,
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or never venture to believe on Christ.
or never venture to believe on christ.
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Alas, they may as so•n create a World as do this, it is Christ's work alone, we are born of God, he works all our works in us:
Alas, they may as so•n create a World as do this, it is Christ's work alone, we Are born of God, he works all our works in us:
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Regeneration is the effect of Ʋnion with Christ.
Regeneration is the Effect of Ʋnion with christ.
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3. Not such that Preach themselves, or that Preach for Gain, or seek their own Glory;
3. Not such that Preach themselves, or that Preach for Gain, or seek their own Glory;
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We Preach not ourselves, but Jesus Christ, the Lord. We Preach not ourselves, but jesus christ, the Lord.
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Consol. O know ye Saints, what a happy state you are in, you are mounting up, and shall ascend on high. Consol. Oh know you Saints, what a happy state you Are in, you Are mounting up, and shall ascend on high.
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2. Angels guard you, support and guide you, and the holy Spirit also directs every step you take.
2. Angels guard you, support and guide you, and the holy Spirit also directs every step you take.
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3. Nay, God himself takes you by the hand, The steps of a good Man are ordered by the Lord ; 3. Nay, God himself Takes you by the hand, The steps of a good Man Are ordered by the Lord;
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and tho he falls, he shall not utterly be cast down, because God upholdeth him with his Right-hand.
and though he falls, he shall not utterly be cast down, Because God upholds him with his Right-hand.
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This Ladder brings you to God, the Lord God is at the top of it. 1. He was the Contriver of this way;
This Ladder brings you to God, the Lord God is At the top of it. 1. He was the Contriver of this Way;
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he made this Ladder, he prepared it.
he made this Ladder, he prepared it.
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2. He is above the Ladder, denoting tho Christ as Cod, is equal with the Father;
2. He is above the Ladder, denoting though christ as Cod, is equal with the Father;
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yet as Man, or Considered as our Mediator, the Father is above him; My Father is above all, — my Father is greater than I.
yet as Man, or Considered as our Mediator, the Father is above him; My Father is above all, — my Father is greater than I.
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3. God being also above it, it may denote that he upholds it by his eternal Counsel, and infinite Power.
3. God being also above it, it may denote that he upholds it by his Eternal Counsel, and infinite Power.
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4. God is above it also, as an observer of all that are upon it; he sees all that believe on his Son, and takes notice of them.
4. God is above it also, as an observer of all that Are upon it; he sees all that believe on his Son, and Takes notice of them.
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5. Moreover, he is above it, to encourage all that are upon it with his Covenant-Promise, I am the Lord, the God of Abraham, &c. be not afraid, I will up-hold thee, I will strengthen thee, &c.
5. Moreover, he is above it, to encourage all that Are upon it with his Covenant promise, I am the Lord, the God of Abraham, etc. be not afraid, I will uphold thee, I will strengthen thee, etc.
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6. It may also denote he is at the top of it as an Inviter, to call upon poor Sinners to behold his blessed Son, the Lamb of God,
6. It may also denote he is At the top of it as an Inviter, to call upon poor Sinners to behold his blessed Son, the Lamb of God,
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or to believe on him, and venture up.
or to believe on him, and venture up.
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7. Lastly, he is above it also as a Rewarder, or as the end of our Journey:
7. Lastly, he is above it also as a Rewarder, or as the end of our Journey:
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[ But so much at this time. ]
[ But so much At this time. ]
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SERMON III. GENESIS xxviij. xij. xiij. [ — And behold a Ladder, &c. ]
SERMON III. GENESIS xxviij. xij. xiij. [ — And behold a Ladder, etc. ]
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THE last Day we shewed you that this Ladder in Jacob 's Dream, was wonderfully Elivated, Lifted up,
THE last Day we showed you that this Ladder in Jacob is Dream, was wonderfully Elevated, Lifted up,
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or Exalted con••dering the Top of it reached up to Heaven, from whence we took an occasion to open the wonderderful Honour, Advancement, Elivation or Exalta••on of the Lord Jesus Christ, considered as Me••ator: I shall now proceed.
or Exalted con••dering the Top of it reached up to Heaven, from whence we took an occasion to open the wonderderful Honour, Advancement, Elivation or Exalta••on of the Lord jesus christ, considered as Me••ator: I shall now proceed.
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Twentieth, A Ladder, the top of which reacheth to Heaven, is not only wonderfully Elivated, Twentieth, A Ladder, the top of which reaches to Heaven, is not only wonderfully Elevated,
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or Exalted, but all such Persons who ascend, or climb up upon it, even to the top thereof, are •reatly Exalted also,
or Exalted, but all such Persons who ascend, or climb up upon it, even to the top thereof, Are •reatly Exalted also,
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though not by any Power or Skill of their own, yet are so by means of ••is Ladder.
though not by any Power or Skill of their own, yet Are so by means of ••is Ladder.
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So all Believers, who ascend upon this Spiri••al Ladder, the Antitype of Jacob's Ladder, Ch••st Jesus, are hereby Exalted,
So all Believers, who ascend upon this Spiri••al Ladder, the Antitype of Jacob's Ladder, Ch••st jesus, Are hereby Exalted,
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or raised up o• high, in respect of their spiritual State, and Condition, and Frames also.
or raised up o• high, in respect of their spiritual State, and Condition, and Frames also.
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1. All such who Believe in Jesus Christ, (whic• is the way to this spiritual L•d•er) are made th• Sons and Daughters of G••;
1. All such who Believe in jesus christ, (whic• is the Way to this spiritual L•d•er) Are made th• Sons and Daughters of G••;
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they a•e all adopte• Children of the King o• He•ven, and Earth ▪ As many as received him to them gave 〈 ◊ 〉 Power to become the Sons of God;
they a•e all adopte• Children of the King o• He•ven, and Earth ▪ As many as received him to them gave 〈 ◊ 〉 Power to become the Sons of God;
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even to the• that believe on his Name: This of Son-ship i• a very great Priviledge; even to the• that believe on his Name: This of Sonship i• a very great Privilege;
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such are greatly, ye• wonderfully Elivated, or Advanced to Honour. First, Consi••ring from what a State we are raised.
such Are greatly, ye• wonderfully Elevated, or Advanced to Honour. First, Consi••ring from what a State we Are raised.
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Sirs, by our Sins we were brought as low as Hell, being born Slaves, and Vassals of Sin, and the Devils ;
Sirs, by our Sins we were brought as low as Hell, being born Slaves, and Vassals of since, and the Devils;
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or in a state of hellish Bondage, Death and misery; we were Sons of Perdition or Children of Wrath by Nature, as well as others. or in a state of hellish Bondage, Death and misery; we were Sons of Perdition or Children of Wrath by Nature, as well as Others.
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David thought it to be no small honour to be the Son-in-law to an earthly King ; (and he none of the best neither) but, O how much greater i• this Honour! this Advancement!David Thought it to be no small honour to be the Son-in-law to an earthly King; (and he none of the best neither) but, Oh how much greater i• this Honour! this Advancement!
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for God to make such who were Children of Wrath, nay of the Devil, to be his own Children!
for God to make such who were Children of Wrath, nay of the devil, to be his own Children!
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Children of his most chiefest Love and Affection; and Heir• of Heaven: If Children, then Heirs, Heirs of God, and Joynt-heirs with Christ.
Children of his most chiefest Love and Affection; and Heir• of Heaven: If Children, then Heirs, Heirs of God, and Joint heirs with christ.
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Secondly, Nay, my Beloved, they are not only Adopted Sons and Daughters of God, who believe in Christ; Secondly, Nay, my beloved, they Are not only Adopted Sons and Daughters of God, who believe in christ;
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but they are all espoused to Jesus Christ also:
but they Are all espoused to jesus christ also:
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Believers see that their first Husband is dead, viz. the Law, by the body of Christ;
Believers see that their First Husband is dead, viz. the Law, by the body of christ;
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and they also are become dead 〈 ◊ 〉 that;
and they also Are become dead 〈 ◊ 〉 that;
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Wherefore, my Brethren, ye also are becom• dead to the Law by the body of Christ, that y• should be married to another, Wherefore, my Brothers, you also Are becom• dead to the Law by the body of christ, that y• should be married to Another,
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even to him that i• raised from the dead, that we should bring fort• Fruit unto God. even to him that i• raised from the dead, that we should bring fort• Fruit unto God.
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Jesus Christ espouseth all true Believers, •very Soul that rightly ascends up this Ladder;
jesus christ espouseth all true Believers, •very Soul that rightly ascends up this Ladder;
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I have espoused you to one Husband, ••at I may present you as a chast Virgin to Christ. I have espoused you to one Husband, ••at I may present you as a chaste Virgae to christ.
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Our union with Christ is commonly expressed in ••e Scripture, under the notion of a Marriage:
Our Union with christ is commonly expressed in ••e Scripture, under the notion of a Marriage:
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How to be married to the Prince of Princes, to •he Prince of the Kings of the Earth, is a won•erful elivation: How to be married to the Prince of Princes, to •he Prince of the Kings of the Earth, is a won•erful elivation:
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Should an earthly Pri•ce set •is heart upon, and marry a poor Virgin one ••at was but a Scullion-maid, or a Begger, cloath•d with filthy Rags, what an advancement would this be,
Should an earthly Pri•ce Set •is heart upon, and marry a poor Virgae one ••at was but a Scullion-maid, or a Beggar, cloath•d with filthy Rags, what an advancement would this be,
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for such a one to become a Queen, and save a Crown of Gold set upon her Head,
for such a one to become a Queen, and save a Crown of Gold Set upon her Head,
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and be embraced in the Arms of a great Monarch, or mighty Prince, and to lie in his Bosom,
and be embraced in the Arms of a great Monarch, or mighty Prince, and to lie in his Bosom,
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and to have the attendance of his Servants, or Noble retinue! But alas, what a poor Advancement is that, to this;
and to have the attendance of his Servants, or Noble retinue! But alas, what a poor Advancement is that, to this;
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Man in honour abideth not, but is like ••e Beasts that Perish :Man in honour Abideth not, but is like ••e Beasts that Perish:
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Alas that Honour may be but for a Day, and besides, to be advanced to earthly grandure may prove the ruin of the Soul for ever.
Alas that Honour may be but for a Day, and beside, to be advanced to earthly Grandeur may prove the ruin of the Soul for ever.
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Christ is the Heir of both Worlds, Heir of God, Heir of all things; Ʋpon his Head are seven Crowns:
christ is the Heir of both World's, Heir of God, Heir of all things; Ʋpon his Head Are seven Crowns:
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Seven is a number of Perfection; elsewhere it is said, upon his Head, were many Crowns ;
Seven is a number of Perfection; elsewhere it is said, upon his Head, were many Crowns;
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all earthly Crowns are his, and at his dispose;
all earthly Crowns Are his, and At his dispose;
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but they are little valued by him, he gives them sometimes to his Enemies, even to the vilest of Men;
but they Are little valued by him, he gives them sometime to his Enemies, even to the Vilest of Men;
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the Crowns that are on his own Head are Coelestial, loaded and sparkling, and heavenly Jewels, and Diamonds, far brighter than Ten Thousand Suns, amazing for Glory, and are also Eternal:
the Crowns that Are on his own Head Are Celestial, loaded and sparkling, and heavenly Jewels, and Diamonds, Far Brighter than Ten Thousand Suns, amazing for Glory, and Are also Eternal:
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And it is likewise said, That as his Saints are cloathed in white Raiment, so they have on their heads Crowns of Gold ;
And it is likewise said, That as his Saints Are clothed in white Raiment, so they have on their Heads Crowns of Gold;
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which doth denote that state of Dignity, and Glory which they are advanced unto: Ʋpon his Right-hand did stand the Queen in Gold of Ophir.
which does denote that state of Dignity, and Glory which they Are advanced unto: Ʋpon his Right-hand did stand the Queen in Gold of Ophir.
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On his Right-hand, the most honourable place next the King, as Christ is said to be sate down at the Father's Right-hand,
On his Right-hand, the most honourable place next the King, as christ is said to be sat down At the Father's Right-hand,
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so th• Saints will be set at his Right-hand. Can thei• be greater Honour confer'd upon them!
so th• Saints will be Set At his Right-hand. Can thei• be greater Honour conferred upon them!
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Sirs, wh•• would not adventure up this Ladder, when the•• is such such Glory? It is indeed the way, th• only way to possess those Crowns of immorta• Grandure that are prepared in Heaven.
Sirs, wh•• would not adventure up this Ladder, when the•• is such such Glory? It is indeed the Way, th• only Way to possess those Crowns of immorta• Grandeur that Are prepared in Heaven.
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Thirdly, By this advancement, i.e. by bein• Espoused, and Married to Jesus Christ, all tha• Christ hath is theirs ; Thirdly, By this advancement, i.e. by bein• Espoused, and Married to jesus christ, all tha• christ hath is theirs;
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they have not Honou• only, but much Wealth and riches also. (1.) The Righteousness of Christ is theirs ▪ to Justifie them;
they have not Honou• only, but much Wealth and riches also. (1.) The Righteousness of christ is theirs ▪ to Justify them;
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that is the white Raiment, o• glorious Robe with which they are cloathed. (2.) His Graces to adorn them: In Christ are unsearchable Riches ;
that is the white Raiment, o• glorious Robe with which they Are clothed. (2.) His Graces to adorn them: In christ Are unsearchable Riches;
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Riches and Righteousness are with me; yea, durable Riches and Righteousness.
Riches and Righteousness Are with me; yea, durable Riches and Righteousness.
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Hence it is, that the Apostle would have the Saints know the greatness of their Riches;
Hence it is, that the Apostle would have the Saints know the greatness of their Riches;
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That ye may know what is the hope of your Calling, and what the Riches of the Glory of his Inheritance in the Saints. That you may know what is the hope of your Calling, and what the Riches of the Glory of his Inheritance in the Saints.
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Here is Riches in this Inheritance: Many have Riches and no Glory; others have Honour prefer'd upon them, but have no Riches:
Here is Riches in this Inheritance: Many have Riches and no Glory; Others have Honour preferred upon them, but have no Riches:
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Ignoble Spirits scrape a great deal of Wealth together, in which they place their vain Hope, and Hapiness in;
Ignoble Spirits scrape a great deal of Wealth together, in which they place their vain Hope, and Happiness in;
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but die without Honour, like the Beasts that Perish : Alas!
but die without Honour, like the Beasts that Perish: Alas!
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their Wealth is but for a Day, but this is Lasting, Durable, Eternal, as is their Honour; the Crown of Glory fadeth not away ;
their Wealth is but for a Day, but this is Lasting, Durable, Eternal, as is their Honour; the Crown of Glory fades not away;
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it is in Heaven, and Saints are a going to it on Jacob's Ladder ;
it is in Heaven, and Saints Are a going to it on Jacob's Ladder;
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it is in their view, they see it, and therefore climb up, and shall in due time reach it.
it is in their view, they see it, and Therefore climb up, and shall in due time reach it.
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Happy are they that are called up this Ladder, to such a hope, it is called the high-calling of God, in Christ Jesus.
Happy Are they that Are called up this Ladder, to such a hope, it is called the High-calling of God, in christ jesus.
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Fourthly, The Saints are not only the Adop•ed Sons, and the Spouse of Christ, but they are •orn of God, they are begotten and born of God ; born from above: Fourthly, The Saints Are not only the Adop•ed Sons, and the Spouse of christ, but they Are •orn of God, they Are begotten and born of God; born from above:
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they that are thus called, have an heavenly Birth, therefore it is an high-calling, this gives them meet and fit frames of Spirit, such ▪ which become their noble Station, and blessed Relation:
they that Are thus called, have an heavenly Birth, Therefore it is an High-calling, this gives them meet and fit frames of Spirit, such ▪ which become their noble Station, and blessed Relation:
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What would a relative Change signify, without a real Change, I mean a Change of State, without • Change of Heart? Can a carnal heart see Beauty in Christ,
What would a relative Change signify, without a real Change, I mean a Change of State, without • Change of Heart? Can a carnal heart see Beauty in christ,
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or in heavenly things? Can •n earthly Spirit, prize or value spiritual Honour, or Riches? No no, a Swine may as well take delight in the Glory of a King's Palace:
or in heavenly things? Can •n earthly Spirit, prize or valve spiritual Honour, or Riches? No no, a Swine may as well take delight in the Glory of a King's Palace:
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Alas, •e had far rather be on a Dunghil, or wallow 〈 ◊ 〉 the Mire.
Alas, •e had Far rather be on a Dunghill, or wallow 〈 ◊ 〉 the Mire.
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Moreover, much of the advancement of Believers lies in their heavenly Frames, and nobleness of their Spirits, Works, Ends, and Aims:
Moreover, much of the advancement of Believers lies in their heavenly Frames, and nobleness of their Spirits, Works, Ends, and Aims:
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In this the Righteous is more excellent than his Neighbour.
In this the Righteous is more excellent than his Neighbour.
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1. He hath a Heavenly, a Humble, a Meek, a Publick, a Merciful, an Inlightened, a Free, a Firm, a Sublime, a Sanctified, a Raised, 1. He hath a Heavenly, a Humble, a Meek, a Public, a Merciful, an Enlightened, a Free, a Firm, a Sublime, a Sanctified, a Raised,
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an Act•ve, and a Faithful Spirit;
an Act•ve, and a Faithful Spirit;
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and all this proceeds from that New-birth, which he is passed under, or it is the fruit or effect of his being born of God,
and all this proceeds from that New birth, which he is passed under, or it is the fruit or Effect of his being born of God,
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or regenerated by the holy Spirit. These Persons have other Principles also, than the rest of Mankind have:
or regenerated by the holy Spirit. These Persons have other Principles also, than the rest of Mankind have:
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Every Life hath Principles according to the Nature of it; a Vegetative Life according to the Nature of it;
Every Life hath Principles according to the Nature of it; a Vegetative Life according to the Nature of it;
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a Sensitive Life, according to the Nature of it; and the Rational Life, according to the Nature of it:
a Sensitive Life, according to the Nature of it; and the Rational Life, according to the Nature of it:
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So the Life of Grace hath Principles according to the Nature of it. A Saint acts for God, from a principle of Faith, and Love;
So the Life of Grace hath Principles according to the Nature of it. A Saint acts for God, from a principle of Faith, and Love;
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this make the ways of God easy, nay sweet, and pleasant to him.
this make the ways of God easy, nay sweet, and pleasant to him.
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2. These Men have other work also, or imploy themselves in other Business than ungodly Persons do;
2. These Men have other work also, or employ themselves in other Business than ungodly Persons do;
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their New-nature prompts them on to make Religion their main Business, and they also act freely, voluntarily,
their New-nature prompts them on to make Religion their main Business, and they also act freely, voluntarily,
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and with a great and strong Propensity in the things of God; others act in such matters, as Men without heart;
and with a great and strong Propensity in the things of God; Others act in such matters, as Men without heart;
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they must put a force on themselves if they meddle with heavenly Duties, and heavenly things,
they must put a force on themselves if they meddle with heavenly Duties, and heavenly things,
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because of the earthly and carnal temper and frames of their Hearts.
Because of the earthly and carnal temper and frames of their Hearts.
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But as to heavenly born Souls it is below them to be continually a digging in the Earth,
But as to heavenly born Souls it is below them to be continually a digging in the Earth,
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and loading themselves with thick Clay ;
and loading themselves with thick Clay;
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or to heap up the dust of the Ground, or to take their chiefest Delight in eating and drinking, or to heap up the dust of the Ground, or to take their chiefest Delight in eating and drinking,
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or in pleasing their sensual Lusts: No, they are going as fast as they can from these things in their Hearts,
or in pleasing their sensual Lustiest: No, they Are going as fast as they can from these things in their Hearts,
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and Affections, Love, and Delight, and Desires, they see the Beauty of God and the Excellencies of Jesus Christ;
and Affections, Love, and Delight, and Desires, they see the Beauty of God and the Excellencies of jesus christ;
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they pry into the Mysteries of the Gospel, and of that Redemption which is by Jesus Christ: They mind eternal things.
they pry into the Mysteres of the Gospel, and of that Redemption which is by jesus christ: They mind Eternal things.
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3. Moreover, this new Nature which is wrought in them, causes them to have more noble, high, 3. Moreover, this new Nature which is wrought in them, Causes them to have more noble, high,
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and sublime Ends and Aims, than all others have:
and sublime Ends and Aims, than all Others have:
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'Tis not their own honour, nor their own profit they seek, but it is the honour and glory of God they Aim at;
It's not their own honour, nor their own profit they seek, but it is the honour and glory of God they Aim At;
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God, who is at the Top of the Ladder, as the end of their Journey; (as is said before) God beloved i• their last end, it is to reach him, enjoy him for evermore, they mount up on high.
God, who is At the Top of the Ladder, as the end of their Journey; (as is said before) God Beloved i• their last end, it is to reach him, enjoy him for evermore, they mount up on high.
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Fifthly, They are Elivated, or highly Advanced and Exalted, in that they have such a Sublime, Mystical,Fifthly, They Are Elevated, or highly Advanced and Exalted, in that they have such a Sublime, Mystical,
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and intimate Union with God and Jesus Christ: He that is Joined to the Lord, is one Spirit.
and intimate union with God and jesus christ: He that is Joined to the Lord, is one Spirit.
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There is, saith a Reverend Writer, no stricter Union in the World, than that of Christ and Believers; There is, Says a Reverend Writer, no Stricter union in the World, than that of christ and Believers;
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it is therefore compared to all sorts of Unions, Natural, and Political. He is the Head, they the Members;
it is Therefore compared to all sorts of Unions, Natural, and Political. He is the Head, they the Members;
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he is the Root, they the Branches; he the Husband, they the Wife:he is the Root, they the Branches; he the Husband, they the Wife:
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'Tis so firm, so strong a Union intensively, that Christ and a Regenerate Man becomes one Spirit,
It's so firm, so strong a union intensively, that christ and a Regenerate Man becomes one Spirit,
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as if there was but one Soul in two Bodies;
as if there was but one Soul in two Bodies;
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what the Spirit doth in Christ, it doth also in a Believer, ac•ording to the capacity of his Soul;
what the Spirit does in christ, it does also in a Believer, ac•ording to the capacity of his Soul;
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I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in One. I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in One.
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This shews it is a wonderful, and mysterious Union, more to be admired, then it can be explained: This shows it is a wondered, and mysterious union, more to be admired, then it can be explained:
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— And the spring of it rises from the hypostatical Ʋnion of our Nature, with the Divine Nature, in the Person of Christ:
— And the spring of it rises from the hypostatical Ʋnion of our Nature, with the Divine Nature, in the Person of christ:
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O how doth this exalt Believers!
Oh how does this exalt Believers!
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Sixthly, They are not only elivated, advanced and lifted up on high by vertue of this Union;Sixthly, They Are not only Elevated, advanced and lifted up on high by virtue of this union;
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but also, in that they are allowed, and daily have Communion with the Father, Son, and holy Spirit:
but also, in that they Are allowed, and daily have Communion with the Father, Son, and holy Spirit:
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But without Regeneration, or, our Natures being first changed, this could not be:
But without Regeneration, or, our Nature's being First changed, this could not be:
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What Communion can there be between a living God, and a dead Heart? Or between a holy God, What Communion can there be between a living God, and a dead Heart? Or between a holy God,
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and a filthy and polluted Creature? God hates Sin, and he loves it:
and a filthy and polluted Creature? God hates since, and he loves it:
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God loves Holiness, and he loathes it: Justification changes our state, that discharged us from the Guilt of Sins; God loves Holiness, and he Loathes it: Justification changes our state, that discharged us from the Gilded of Sins;
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but Regeneration changes our Nature, and makes us fit to converse with God:
but Regeneration changes our Nature, and makes us fit to converse with God:
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For as God can take no pleasure in us, until his Image is stampt upon us,
For as God can take no pleasure in us, until his Image is stamped upon us,
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so we can take no Delight, nor pleasure in Him: Without this Change Heaven would be no Paradice or Heaven unto us.
so we can take no Delight, nor pleasure in Him: Without this Change Heaven would be no Paradise or Heaven unto us.
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But by being Renewed, we are capable, and do enjoy sweet Fellowship with the Father, and the Son. Believers walk with God, and God with them:
But by being Renewed, we Are capable, and do enjoy sweet Fellowship with the Father, and the Son. Believers walk with God, and God with them:
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Jesus Christ and Believers set together, dwell together, walk together, yea, sup together, and daily visit each other;
jesus christ and Believers Set together, dwell together, walk together, yea, sup together, and daily visit each other;
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Christ and they mind the same things; the interest of Christ and Believers are one, and the same;
christ and they mind the same things; the Interest of christ and Believers Are one, and the same;
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Christ Sympathizeth with his Saints in their Afflictions, and Rejoyces with them in their Consolations; such a high Priest became us.
christ Sympathizeth with his Saints in their Afflictions, and Rejoices with them in their Consolations; such a high Priest became us.
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But, O what an high Advancement is this!
But, Oh what an high Advancement is this!
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that such a low, base, and contemptible Creature as Man is, as in himself, should be allowed to have Communion and Fellowship with the great and most glorious God of Heaven,
that such a low, base, and contemptible Creature as Man is, as in himself, should be allowed to have Communion and Fellowship with the great and most glorious God of Heaven,
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and Earth, and with Jesus Christ, the only Potentate, and Prince of the Kings of the Earth!
and Earth, and with jesus christ, the only Potentate, and Prince of the Kings of the Earth!
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Seventhly, The Saints in Christ are so exalted, and lifted up in Grandure and Honour, that they are God's choice and precious Jewels, or his chiefest Treasure;Seventhly, The Saints in christ Are so exalted, and lifted up in Grandeur and Honour, that they Are God's choice and precious Jewels, or his chiefest Treasure;
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They shall be mine, saith the Lord, in that day I make up my Jewels : They are the Favourites of Heaven; They shall be mine, Says the Lord, in that day I make up my Jewels: They Are the Favourites of Heaven;
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the Lord saith, They that touch them, touch the Apple of his Eye.
the Lord Says, They that touch them, touch the Apple of his Eye.
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No King hath such a value of his greatest Favourites, as God hath for his Saints;
No King hath such a valve of his greatest Favourites, as God hath for his Saints;
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they are the Persons that the King delights to Honour:
they Are the Persons that the King delights to Honour:
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What is it to be honoured by poor Mortals to this honour? If any Man serve me, him will my Father honour:
What is it to be honoured by poor Mortals to this honour? If any Man serve me, him will my Father honour:
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He honours them here, he gives them honourable Titles:
He honours them Here, he gives them honourable Titles:
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What are the airy, and empty Titles of Earl, Marquiss, Duke, &c. (that pull up Ambitious Spirits) to those high and honourable Titles God confers on believers? as Sons of God, Heirs of God, most excellent, or most magnificent;
What Are the airy, and empty Titles of Earl, Marquis, Duke, etc. (that pull up Ambitious Spirits) to those high and honourable Titles God confers on believers? as Sons of God, Heirs of God, most excellent, or most magnificent;
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He hath made us Kings, &c. and Princes. These are high Titles indeed, when conferred upon us by the eternal God.He hath made us Kings, etc. and Princes. These Are high Titles indeed, when conferred upon us by the Eternal God.
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My Brethren, they are not only h•noured with the highest Titles, but also beloved with the highest Love;
My Brothers, they Are not only h•noured with the highest Titles, but also Beloved with the highest Love;
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I gave Egypt for thy Ransom, Ethiopia and S•ba for thee; I gave Egypt for thy Ransom, Ethiopia and S•ba for thee;
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since thou wert precious in my sight, thou hast been honourable, and I have loved thee.
since thou Wertenberg precious in my sighed, thou hast been honourable, and I have loved thee.
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He loves them with the love of Complacency; he rejoyces over them, as the Bridegroom rejoiceth over the Bride. He loves them with the love of Complacency; he rejoices over them, as the Bridegroom rejoices over the Bride.
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Nay, he loveth them with the same Love wherewith he loves Jesus Christ: And hast loved them, as thou hast loved me. Nay, he loves them with the same Love wherewith he loves jesus christ: And haste loved them, as thou hast loved me.
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And as he loveth, and honoureth them, so he will also cause all Men, yea, Kings,
And as he loves, and Honoureth them, so he will also cause all Men, yea, Kings,
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and such that now hate them, to bow before them;
and such that now hate them, to bow before them;
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The Sons of them that afflicted thee, shall come bending unto thee, and all that despised thee shall bow themselves at the soles of thy Feet. The Sons of them that afflicted thee, shall come bending unto thee, and all that despised thee shall bow themselves At the soles of thy Feet.
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The Gentiles shall see their Righteousness, and all Kings their Glory:
The Gentiles shall see their Righteousness, and all Kings their Glory:
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Thou shalt also be a Crown of Glory in the hand of the Lord, and a royal Diadem in the hand of thy God. Thou shalt also be a Crown of Glory in the hand of the Lord, and a royal Diadem in the hand of thy God.
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Nay, the Lord Jesus himself will honour them;
Nay, the Lord jesus himself will honour them;
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Verily, I say unto you, that he shall gird himself, and make them sit down to meat, Verily, I say unto you, that he shall gird himself, and make them fit down to meat,
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and will come forth, and serve them. Eighthly, and Lastly, He honoureth them with his own glorious Train or Noble Retinue:and will come forth, and serve them. Eighthly, and Lastly, He Honoureth them with his own glorious Train or Noble Retinue:
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He commands his Servants, those glorious Courtiers that attend, and wait round about his Throne, to wait on them, to administer unto them,
He commands his Servants, those glorious Courtiers that attend, and wait round about his Throne, to wait on them, to administer unto them,
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and continually to be a Guard unto them, that love and fear his Name; they ride, (as I may so say) in his own Chariots;
and continually to be a Guard unto them, that love and Fear his Name; they ride, (as I may so say) in his own Chariots;
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The Chariots of God are twenty thousand, even thousands of Angels: The Chariots of God Are twenty thousand, even thousands of Angels:
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And these are on this Ladder, they ascend and descend upon the Son of Man. But more of this hereafter:
And these Are on this Ladder, they ascend and descend upon the Son of Man. But more of this hereafter:
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They encamp round about such that fear the Lord; and are sent to minister unto them that are heirs of Salvation.
They encamp round about such that Fear the Lord; and Are sent to minister unto them that Are Heirs of Salvation.
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ƲSE. 1. How may this raise the Hearts of Believers? Alas! they little think what glory God hath, in Jesus Christ, conferr'd upon them:
ƲSE. 1. How may this raise the Hearts of Believers? Alas! they little think what glory God hath, in jesus christ, conferred upon them:
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How would they lift up their Heads, and rejoyce, did they contemplate on that great Dignity, they are raised unto!
How would they lift up their Heads, and rejoice, did they contemplate on that great Dignity, they Are raised unto!
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2. And what Reproof may this be to the ungodly World, who slight, despise, and hate these honourable Ones,
2. And what Reproof may this be to the ungodly World, who slight, despise, and hate these honourable Ones,
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as if they were the Off-scouring of all things, and not worthy to live on the Earth,
as if they were the Offscouring of all things, and not worthy to live on the Earth,
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when indeed the world is not worthy of them; These precious Sons of Sion comparable to fine Go•d, are accounted as Earthen Pitchers.
when indeed the world is not worthy of them; These precious Sons of Sion comparable to fine Go•d, Are accounted as Earthen Pitchers.
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Moreover, it may reprove those for their horrid Folly, who esteem and value the vain Honour of Men, above the Honour that comes from God; Moreover, it may reprove those for their horrid Folly, who esteem and valve the vain Honour of Men, above the Honour that comes from God;
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That had rather be Great in the Sight of Men than Great and Glorious in the Sight of God.
That had rather be Great in the Sighed of Men than Great and Glorious in the Sighed of God.
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3. This also may cause us to admire Jesus Christ, who hath raised us to suc• Dignity, and Honour:
3. This also may cause us to admire jesus christ, who hath raised us to suc• Dignity, and Honour:
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his Exaltation, Beloved, is our Exaltation, we had never been raised to this Honour, had not he been Abased, and then highly Ex•lted:
his Exaltation, beloved, is our Exaltation, we had never been raised to this Honour, had not he been Abased, and then highly Ex•lted:
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Christ's Exaltation was only a mediatory Exaltation; he was not advanced, in respect of the essential Glory of his God-head;
Christ's Exaltation was only a mediatory Exaltation; he was not advanced, in respect of the essential Glory of his Godhead;
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for as so he was always possessed with that, so that their could be no Addition of Glory made to that;
for as so he was always possessed with that, so that their could be no Addition of Glory made to that;
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but it was a Glory or Exaltation of his Person, as God-man; the Glory of Christ, as God, is the same from everlasting with the Father;
but it was a Glory or Exaltation of his Person, as God-man; the Glory of christ, as God, is the same from everlasting with the Father;
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therefore it was the exaltation of his Person, as Mediator;
Therefore it was the exaltation of his Person, as Mediator;
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as he is our head and blessed Representative, he is Exalted, that we in him may be Exalted also:
as he is our head and blessed Representative, he is Exalted, that we in him may be Exalted also:
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As he, Beloved, was raised up from the dead, so were we in him; and as he was Justifi•d, so were we in him;
As he, beloved, was raised up from the dead, so were we in him; and as he was Justifi•d, so were we in him;
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and as he Ascended up to Heaven, so did we Ascend in him;
and as he Ascended up to Heaven, so did we Ascend in him;
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and so also assuredly shall all his Elect be raised spiritually from Sin to a state of Grace here,
and so also assuredly shall all his Elect be raised spiritually from since to a state of Grace Here,
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and in •o••y and Soul to an eternal State of Glory hereafter.
and in •o••y and Soul to an Eternal State of Glory hereafter.
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If Christ be raised, we shall be raised, because he was raised as our publick Head,
If christ be raised, we shall be raised, Because he was raised as our public Head,
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and is ascended into Heaven as our Fore-runner. 4 This may be also for Tryal:
and is ascended into Heaven as our Forerunner. 4 This may be also for Trial:
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By this we may know my Brethren, who they are that are upon Jacobs Ladder, or in Jesus Christ:
By this we may know my Brothers, who they Are that Are upon Jacobs Ladder, or in jesus christ:
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see what Spirits, what Hearts, what Principles, what Ends and Aims you have, and what Li•e• you live:
see what Spirits, what Hearts, what Principles, what Ends and Aims you have, and what Li•e• you live:
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Do you dwell on •igh? yet pray labour to ascend higher, and higher every day;
Do you dwell on •igh? yet pray labour to ascend higher, and higher every day;
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but is your Conversation in Heaven? do you mount up as with Eagles Wings? 'tis thus if you are true Believers:
but is your Conversation in Heaven? do you mount up as with Eagles Wings? it's thus if you Are true Believers:
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Earth is behind your backs, and all the things of the World are little in your sight,
Earth is behind your backs, and all the things of the World Are little in your sighed,
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if you are elivated on high.
if you Are Elevated on high.
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But to proceed, there is one or two things more concerning this Ladder, that I must take notice of;
But to proceed, there is one or two things more Concerning this Ladder, that I must take notice of;
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Mind well the word [ behold ] and [ behold a Ladder ] this as I hinted, is a word that sometimes calls for Observation and Attention;
Mind well the word [ behold ] and [ behold a Ladder ] this as I hinted, is a word that sometime calls for Observation and Attention;
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Behold, I am at the Door, and knock ; Behold, I am At the Door, and knock;
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sometimes it calls for Commiseration, Behold, is there any Sorrow like my Sorrow? Sometimes it calls for Imitation, Behold the perfect Man: Sometimes it calls for Admiration, Behold, what manner of love is this!
sometime it calls for Commiseration, Behold, is there any Sorrow like my Sorrow? Sometime it calls for Imitation, Behold the perfect Man: Sometime it calls for Admiration, Behold, what manner of love is this!
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&c. Sometimes it calls for Faith, and Dependance; Behold, the Lamb of God, &c. I said, behold me, behold me ;
etc. Sometime it calls for Faith, and Dependence; Behold, the Lamb of God, etc. I said, behold me, behold me;
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what is that but to believe in him? lastly, and sometimes for Consolation. Now the Word here no doubt calls for Observation, for Admiration, for Faith and Dependance, and also for Consolation.
what is that but to believe in him? lastly, and sometime for Consolation. Now the Word Here no doubt calls for Observation, for Admiration, for Faith and Dependence, and also for Consolation.
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Behold, a Ladder set upon the Earth, and the top of it reacheth to Heaven! Of what a length is this Ladder! Behold, a Ladder Set upon the Earth, and the top of it reaches to Heaven! Of what a length is this Ladder!
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Astronomers, according to Reverend Greenhill observe, 'tis 160. Millions of Miles from Earth to Heaven; A wonderful thing! An amazing height!
Astronomers, according to Reverend Greenhill observe, it's 160. Millions of Miles from Earth to Heaven; A wondered thing! an amazing height!
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so it is a wonderful thing to behold Christ Jesus, the Way to Heaven. Behold with Admiration! be Astonished!
so it is a wondered thing to behold christ jesus, the Way to Heaven. Behold with Admiration! be Astonished!
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who could have thought of such a way, to the Father, to be Saved by a dying Jesus, by a poor Man, hanged on a Tree ;
who could have Thought of such a Way, to the Father, to be Saved by a dying jesus, by a poor Man, hanged on a Tree;
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to be Justified by his Righteousness; and by his Death to be delivered from Hell; this is a marvelous thing! Angels wonder, beholding this Person: Observe from hence.
to be Justified by his Righteousness; and by his Death to be Delivered from Hell; this is a marvelous thing! Angels wonder, beholding this Person: Observe from hence.
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DOCT. II. That the way which God hath found out to save lost Man, namely Jesus Christ, ought to be beheld with the greatest Care or utmost Diligence;
DOCT. II That the Way which God hath found out to save lost Man, namely jesus christ, ought to be beheld with the greatest Care or utmost Diligence;
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and with the greatest Admiration and Wonderment.
and with the greatest Admiration and Wonderment.
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1. I shall shew wherein, (in speaking to this Proposition,) the wonderfulness of this spiritual Ladder doth consist.
1. I shall show wherein, (in speaking to this Proposition,) the wonderfulness of this spiritual Ladder does consist.
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2. How we should behold Jesus Christ. 3. Shew you why we should behold him. 4. For what Sinners, should behold Christ, or look to him. 5. Apply it.
2. How we should behold jesus christ. 3. Show you why we should behold him. 4. For what Sinners, should behold christ, or look to him. 5. Apply it.
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— To the first of these.
— To the First of these.
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1. To behold this spiritual Ladder in respect of the Cause, or Motive that moved God to make, or prepare it.
1. To behold this spiritual Ladder in respect of the Cause, or Motive that moved God to make, or prepare it.
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2. In respect of the Wisdom of God that did prepare it. 3. In respect of the Matter of which it is made, or doth consist.
2. In respect of the Wisdom of God that did prepare it. 3. In respect of the Matter of which it is made, or does consist.
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4. In respect of the great and glorious Design of God, in making or preparing of it.
4. In respect of the great and glorious Design of God, in making or preparing of it.
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First, we may well admire, this spiritual Ladder, Jesus Christ, in respect of th• Motive which moved God to prepare it, which was his infinite Love, Mercy, First, we may well admire, this spiritual Ladder, jesus christ, in respect of th• Motive which moved God to prepare it, which was his infinite Love, Mercy,
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and Goodness to Sinners, to shew so great Compassi•n towards sinful and r•bellious Creatures, who deserv•d instead of being raised up to Heaven, to be immediately cast down to the lowest Hell.
and goodness to Sinners, to show so great Compassi•n towards sinful and r•bellious Creatures, who deserv•d instead of being raised up to Heaven, to be immediately cast down to the lowest Hell.
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What is Man, that thou art mindful of him? that thou shouldst magnif•• him, and set thy heart upon him? What is Man, that thou art mindful of him? that thou Shouldst magnif•• him, and Set thy heart upon him?
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Sirs, it was the love of God the Father, I say that t•is way was prepared, it sprang or proceeded from the greatness of his love; God so loved the W•rld ;
Sirs, it was the love of God the Father, I say that t•is Way was prepared, it sprang or proceeded from the greatness of his love; God so loved the W•rld;
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if it had not been the product of the Father's Lo•e, it w••l• not be to the praise of 〈 ◊ 〉 Grace; if it had not been the product of the Father's Lo•e, it w••l• not be to the praise of 〈 ◊ 〉 Grace;
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the love of the F•ther in this case, in Moving, was as great as the 〈 ◊ 〉 in Consenting.
the love of the F•ther in this case, in Moving, was as great as the 〈 ◊ 〉 in Consenting.
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O how did his Bowels work and move in him! O the miraculousness of divine goodness!
O how did his Bowels work and move in him! O the miraculousness of divine Goodness!
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by the law we had broke, we were guilty, insolently taking up Arms against our Maker, plunging ourselves into a Sea of divine Wrath and Vengeance;
by the law we had broke, we were guilty, insolently taking up Arms against our Maker, plunging ourselves into a Sea of divine Wrath and Vengeance;
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guilty of Millions of Sins, meritting Millions of Deaths, yet has love would not let him rest until he had found out a way to raise us up from the lowest Hell to the highest Heaven.
guilty of Millions of Sins, meriting Millions of Death's, yet has love would not let him rest until he had found out a Way to raise us up from the lowest Hell to the highest Heaven.
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And in making his Son, his only begotten Son the way, and that by Abasing of him, making him so Poor, that was so Rich,
And in making his Son, his only begotten Son the Way, and that by Abasing of him, making him so Poor, that was so Rich,
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so Low, that was so High and Glorious; so Cursed, that was so Blessed, yea Blessedness it self;
so Low, that was so High and Glorious; so Cursed, that was so Blessed, yea Blessedness it self;
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nay, so miserable for a time;
nay, so miserable for a time;
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to make our way to Heaven thro' the rending his Flesh, and taring his Soul to pieces,
to make our Way to Heaven through the rending his Flesh, and taring his Soul to Pieces,
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and pouring forth his most precious Blood, and this for such who hated him, and were cursed Traitors against him;
and pouring forth his most precious Blood, and this for such who hated him, and were cursed Traitors against him;
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well might the holy Ghost say, Behold, a ladder !
well might the holy Ghost say, Behold, a ladder!
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behold, a new and living way, which he hath provided, and consecrated thro' the Veil, that is to say, the Flesh of his own Son:
behold, a new and living Way, which he hath provided, and consecrated through the Veil, that is to say, the Flesh of his own Son:
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O my Brethren, the way to enter into the Holiest, is by the blood of Jesus!
Oh my Brothers, the Way to enter into the Holiest, is by the blood of jesus!
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Doth not God hereby shew greater Love and Grace, than if he had saved lost Sinners on a way of simple Mercy, without the Death of his own Son? Therefore (as one Observes) God resolv•d to signalize his Love to us, he would have it re•ch the highest Note; Does not God hereby show greater Love and Grace, than if he had saved lost Sinners on a Way of simple Mercy, without the Death of his own Son? Therefore (as one Observes) God resolv•d to signalise his Love to us, he would have it re•ch the highest Note;
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and it could not be screw'd up to an higher Peg, than to Sacrifice his Son for us, with his own Hand;
and it could not be screwed up to an higher Peg, than to Sacrifice his Son for us, with his own Hand;
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it pleased the Lord to Praise him: Be astonished, both Men and Angels! Now may our Meditations swim in this boundless, bottomless bankless Ocean of the Fathers Love! it pleased the Lord to Praise him: Be astonished, both Men and Angels! Now may our Meditations swim in this boundless, bottomless bankless Ocean of the Father's Love!
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God spared not his own Son. Brethren, the Love of the Father was the Motive, that moved him to contrive this way to Heaven;
God spared not his own Son. Brothers, the Love of the Father was the Motive, that moved him to contrive this Way to Heaven;
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yea and the fullest, the freest, and the most amazing Love that ever was shewed; free to us, but expensive to him;
yea and the Fullest, the Freest, and the most amazing Love that ever was showed; free to us, but expensive to him;
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it cost him the Blood of his Son, more costly than the making of Millions of Worlds;
it cost him the Blood of his Son, more costly than the making of Millions of World's;
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he lay in his Bosom, and there was none besides him from Eternity, to put up a request;
he lay in his Bosom, and there was none beside him from Eternity, to put up a request;
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it was the Result of his own Bowels before the being of any Creature, 'twas the effect of his Power:
it was the Result of his own Bowels before the being of any Creature, 'twas the Effect of his Power:
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Tho' our Justification, Sanctification, and eternal Blessedness, be the Fruits and Merits of Christ's Death,
Though our Justification, Sanctification, and Eternal Blessedness, be the Fruits and Merits of Christ's Death,
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yet whatsoever is Meritted for us by Christ, it is all the Fruits of God's Love:
yet whatsoever is Merited for us by christ, it is all the Fruits of God's Love:
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Christ did not merit the Fathers Love, nor did he merit the Office of being a Mediator;
christ did not merit the Father's Love, nor did he merit the Office of being a Mediator;
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no, this sprung only from the Love of God to us;
no, this sprung only from the Love of God to us;
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Christ did not, I say, dye to procure the Fathers Love, tho' thereby he makes us more lovely unto him, by washing us from our natural Filthiness;
christ did not, I say, die to procure the Father's Love, though thereby he makes us more lovely unto him, by washing us from our natural Filthiness;
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and by the fruits of his Death, thro' the Spirit, by stamping his Image upon our Souls.
and by the fruits of his Death, through the Spirit, by stamping his Image upon our Souls.
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Brethren, God could not shew gre•ter Love to us, as Abraham could not to God, than by the Offering up his own Son Isaac, whom he so d•arly loved.Brothers, God could not show gre•ter Love to us, as Abraham could not to God, than by the Offering up his own Son Isaac, whom he so d•arly loved.
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Secondly, Admire this Sacred Ladder in respect of the Wisdom of God, in contriving of this way to Heaven: Secondly, Admire this Sacred Ladder in respect of the Wisdom of God, in contriving of this Way to Heaven:
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As it exceeds the Art and Wisdom of Men to make a Ladder to reach up to Heaven;
As it exceeds the Art and Wisdom of Men to make a Ladder to reach up to Heaven;
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so it far surpasseth the Wisdom of Men or Angels, to contrive such a way to Heaven, that God may be glorified in all his Attributes, to the highest Perfections,
so it Far Surpasses the Wisdom of Men or Angels, to contrive such a Way to Heaven, that God may be glorified in all his Attributes, to the highest Perfections,
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and yet we Saved, Sin Punished, and yet the Sinner Justified:
and yet we Saved, since Punished, and yet the Sinner Justified:
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Besides, God had lost the glory of his work in making of Man and this World for his sake,
Beside, God had lost the glory of his work in making of Man and this World for his sake,
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and Satan would have insulted over him, had he not contrived a way to restore him:
and Satan would have insulted over him, had he not contrived a Way to restore him:
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It would have been to the Disparagement of his Wisdom, who pronounced all the Works he had made to be Good ; It would have been to the Disparagement of his Wisdom, who pronounced all the Works he had made to be Good;
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and when he had made Man very Good, to see himself so soon disappointed, and his work marr'd, I mean the noblest part thereof, all other Creatures being made for Man's use,
and when he had made Man very Good, to see himself so soon disappointed, and his work marred, I mean the Noblest part thereof, all other Creatures being made for Man's use,
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and so for lower and baser, and more unworthy ends.
and so for lower and baser, and more unworthy ends.
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Brethren, Christ the way, not in vain called the Wisdom of God, because in him God displays the highest acts of his divine Wisdom;Brothers, christ the Way, not in vain called the Wisdom of God, Because in him God displays the highest acts of his divine Wisdom;
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the holy Angels are amaz•d at this Wisdom, they pry into this depth, this profound mystery of God manifested in the Flesh.
the holy Angels Are amaz•d At this Wisdom, they pry into this depth, this profound mystery of God manifested in the Flesh.
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There is a wonderful Mystery in our way to Heaven by Jesus Christ, as well as in the Fellowship of this Mystery,
There is a wondered Mystery in our Way to Heaven by jesus christ, as well as in the Fellowship of this Mystery,
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or in the Communication of it; it is called the manifold Wisdom of God;
or in the Communication of it; it is called the manifold Wisdom of God;
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To the intent that now unto the Principalities and Powers in Heavenly Places, might be known by the Church the manifold Wisdom of God. To the intent that now unto the Principalities and Powers in Heavenly Places, might be known by the Church the manifold Wisdom of God.
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The Angels who are said to ascend and descend up this Ladder, are not a little astonished with the whole Oeconomy of Man's Redemption,
The Angels who Are said to ascend and descend up this Ladder, Are not a little astonished with the Whole Oeconomy of Man's Redemption,
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or with this way of raising us to the highest Glory; from hence Paul speaking of our Redemption thro Christs blood, saith;
or with this Way of raising us to the highest Glory; from hence Paul speaking of our Redemption through Christ blood, Says;
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Wherein God hath abounded towards us in all Wisdom and Prudence. Wherein God hath abounded towards us in all Wisdom and Prudence.
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Brethren, God hath abounded in all Wisdom towards us in contriving of this way for us to come to himself,
Brothers, God hath abounded in all Wisdom towards us in contriving of this Way for us to come to himself,
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and his Prudence in ordering and disposing the means consonant thereto.
and his Prudence in ordering and disposing the means consonant thereto.
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Wisdom (saith one) in drawing the Platform, and Prudence in Digging thro all Impediments; Wisdom (Says one) in drawing the Platform, and Prudence in Digging through all Impediments;
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and making even the seeming Obstacles serve as Steps to the Execution of it. and making even the seeming Obstacles serve as Steps to the Execution of it.
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Brethren, God hath discovered greater Wisdom in restoring man by Jesus Christ, then in his Creating of him;
Brothers, God hath discovered greater Wisdom in restoring man by jesus christ, then in his Creating of him;
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God's Wisdom howbeit shines in the works of Creation, and in his works of Providence;
God's Wisdom howbeit shines in the works of Creation, and in his works of Providence;
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in governing the whole Creation is very great, but his greatest Wisdom appears in the work of his Redemption, both in respect to the work it self, together with his design and purpose of God therein;
in governing the Whole Creation is very great, but his greatest Wisdom appears in the work of his Redemption, both in respect to the work it self, together with his Design and purpose of God therein;
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well might it be said, Behold a Ladder, &c. Wonder!
well might it be said, Behold a Ladder, etc. Wonder!
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Oh the depths of the Riches both of the Wisdom and Knowledge of God! 'Tis called the Riches of God's Wisdom,O the depths of the Riches both of the Wisdom and Knowledge of God! It's called the Riches of God's Wisdom,
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and the Wisdom of God in a Mystery;
and the Wisdom of God in a Mystery;
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But Woe to such as contemn this Wisdom, slight this Wisdom, or assert there is nothing in it a Mystery above humane Reason,
But Woe to such as contemn this Wisdom, slight this Wisdom, or assert there is nothing in it a Mystery above humane Reason,
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how for God thus to love Man, for God to bring his Glory out of the Ashes, wherein it seem'd buried,
how for God thus to love Man, for God to bring his Glory out of the Ashes, wherein it seemed buried,
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and to raise Man so high, that by Sin and the Devil was laid so low;
and to raise Man so high, that by since and the devil was laid so low;
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to cause Light to shine out of the thickest Darkness, and to bring Heaven and Earth together again, is Wisdom to be admir'd!
to cause Light to shine out of the thickest Darkness, and to bring Heaven and Earth together again, is Wisdom to be admired!
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As reverend Charnock observes, It is accounted an admirable point of Wisdom among Men, to unite two Princes at variance, without invading either of their Rights,
As reverend Charnock observes, It is accounted an admirable point of Wisdom among Men, to unite two Princes At variance, without invading either of their Rights,
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but intirely preserving them, and to link them together in Bonds of stronger Peace, than they were in before they fell out. but entirely preserving them, and to link them together in Bonds of Stronger Peace, than they were in before they fell out.
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By Jesus Christ, Brethren, God's Right is preserved, he loseth nothing of his own Glory, of his own Honour,
By jesus christ, Brothers, God's Right is preserved, he loses nothing of his own Glory, of his own Honour,
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but it is more enlarged and manifested, than if Man had never fallen; and Man is restored to a better and more lasting State of Happiness.
but it is more enlarged and manifested, than if Man had never fallen; and Man is restored to a better and more lasting State of Happiness.
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Thirdly, The way to Heaven by Jacob's Ladder, ought to be beheld with the greatest Admiration in respect of the Matter of which it is made; Thirdly, The Way to Heaven by Jacob's Ladder, ought to be beheld with the greatest Admiration in respect of the Matter of which it is made;
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all Ladders (as well as all other things) consist of matter and form, — But, O what is the Matter with which this divine Ladder is made!
all Ladders (as well as all other things) consist of matter and from, — But, Oh what is the Matter with which this divine Ladder is made!
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I answer it is the Son of God made Man, even he that made the Woman, made of a Woman;
I answer it is the Son of God made Man, even he that made the Woman, made of a Woman;
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is not this wonderful, to see the Ancient of Days, become a Babe of a Day Old? is it not a marvellous thing, To see him that was in the form of God, and that thought it not Robbery to be equal with God, to be in the form of a Servant, and to lye in a Man•er• To see him that made the Creature, to be trod underfoot of the Creature,
is not this wondered, to see the Ancient of Days, become a Babe of a Day Old? is it not a marvellous thing, To see him that was in the from of God, and that Thought it not Robbery to be equal with God, to be in the from of a Servant, and to lie in a Man•er• To see him that made the Creature, to be trod underfoot of the Creature,
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and hel• in scorn and contempt, and dishonoured, to raise such as we so the highest honour? Is it not an amazing thing, to see Jesus made a Curse to raise Sinners from under the Curse to eternal Bl•••edness? We account that a marvellous thing that is New, a thing that none ever did, nor could do the like;
and hel• in scorn and contempt, and dishonoured, to raise such as we so the highest honour? Is it not an amazing thing, to see jesus made a Curse to raise Sinners from under the Curse to Eternal Bl•••edness? We account that a marvellous thing that is New, a thing that none ever did, nor could do the like;
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For the Lord hath created a new thi•• in the Earth, a Woman shall compass a Man. A Child Created, not Begotten, For the Lord hath created a new thi•• in the Earth, a Woman shall compass a Man. A Child Created, not Begotten,
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but Created in the Virgin's Womb by the Lord, is not that a marvellous thing? and above the Reason or Understanding of men,
but Created in the Virgin's Womb by the Lord, is not that a marvellous thing? and above the Reason or Understanding of men,
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though of the deepest Judgment, Wisdom, and Knowledge, that ever lived upon the Earth? But su•h is the Incarnation of Christ,
though of the Deepest Judgement, Wisdom, and Knowledge, that ever lived upon the Earth? But su•h is the Incarnation of christ,
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and the Hypostatical Union of the Two Natures in that One Person; no man by reason can Comprehend h•w th•s could be.
and the Hypostatical union of the Two Nature's in that One Person; no man by reason can Comprehend h•w th•s could be.
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My •••thren, this is a mysterious Ladder, and made of a •••derful Materials:
My •••thren, this is a mysterious Ladder, and made of a •••derful Materials:
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Is it not an amazing thing, that God should give his own Son a Sacrifice for Rebels, such that hated him? and that God should purchase the Church with his own Blood? Is it not a marvellous thing, that the King upon the Throne should lay aside his Robes,
Is it not an amazing thing, that God should give his own Son a Sacrifice for Rebels, such that hated him? and that God should purchase the Church with his own Blood? Is it not a marvellous thing, that the King upon the Throne should lay aside his Robes,
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and dye for c•rsed Traytors, and contemptible Beggers? Is not that a wonderful thing which Non-plusses all the Wisdom of Men and Angels? Is it not a wonderful thing that God and Man,
and die for c•rsed Traitors, and contemptible Beggars? Is not that a wondered thing which Non-plusses all the Wisdom of Men and Angels? Is it not a wondered thing that God and Man,
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or the divine and humane Nature should be so united to be but one Person? and is it not strange and wonderful that vile Sinners should be made Righteous by the Righteousness of another? and that sinful Man should be cloathed with a more glorious Robe than any of the holy Angels of Heaven have? Is it not a marvellous thing, that Death should be overcome and destroyed by Death? and that a Man should Dye,
or the divine and humane Nature should be so united to be but one Person? and is it not strange and wondered that vile Sinners should be made Righteous by the Righteousness of Another? and that sinful Man should be clothed with a more glorious Robe than any of the holy Angels of Heaven have? Is it not a marvellous thing, that Death should be overcome and destroyed by Death? and that a Man should Die,
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and yet be capable to raise himself from the Dead? Behold this Ladder!
and yet be capable to raise himself from the Dead? Behold this Ladder!
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is it not made of beaten Gold? Is it not a costly Ladder, of more Worth than ten thousand Worlds? What are Pearls or Diamonds to this Pearl? What precious Stones may be compared to this precious tryed Stone? This Ladder is made of one precious Stone, yet so made, that there is firm and sure Footing in it for all that venture thereon, to carry them to Heaven.
is it not made of beaten Gold? Is it not a costly Ladder, of more Worth than ten thousand World's? What Are Pearls or Diamonds to this Pearl? What precious Stones may be compared to this precious tried Stone? This Ladder is made of one precious Stone, yet so made, that there is firm and sure Footing in it for all that venture thereon, to carry them to Heaven.
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Fourthly, It should be beheld with Admiration, in respect of the Design of it. Fourthly, It should be beheld with Admiration, in respect of the Design of it.
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O my Brethren, never was a Ladder made on so high, so sublime, and on so great,
O my Brothers, never was a Ladder made on so high, so sublime, and on so great,
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and so glorious a Design as this is!
and so glorious a Design as this is!
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1. For to manifest the Glory of God, or to advance his own Honour in the sight and view of all his elect ones. 2. To magnify the Law.
1. For to manifest the Glory of God, or to advance his own Honour in the sighed and view of all his elect ones. 2. To magnify the Law.
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3. To destroy the work and design of the Devil.
3. To destroy the work and Design of the devil.
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4. And to raise up poor fallen man into a most happy and glorious State and Condition for ever.
4. And to raise up poor fallen man into a most happy and glorious State and Condition for ever.
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Certainly, to behold such a Ladder, that is set upon the Earth, and the top of it reacheth up to Heaven, it must needs denote some wonderful and glorious Design and End of the blessed God.
Certainly, to behold such a Ladder, that is Set upon the Earth, and the top of it reaches up to Heaven, it must needs denote Some wondered and glorious Design and End of the blessed God.
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It shews that hereby God would have Jacob know, and all his true Seed, that man's happiness doth not consist in any earthly Blessings:
It shows that hereby God would have Jacob know, and all his true Seed, that Man's happiness does not consist in any earthly Blessings:
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it is not below, but above, yea that it lyes only in hi• self, and that we must observe the way, know well the way he hath prepared for us, to attain to that true Happiness,
it is not below, but above, yea that it lies only in hi• self, and that we must observe the Way, know well the Way he hath prepared for us, to attain to that true Happiness,
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and that it is to be had in Union and Communion with himself: But to proceed.
and that it is to be had in union and Communion with himself: But to proceed.
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First, The Design of God the Father in the contriving this way, this glorious and wonderful Medium,First, The Design of God the Father in the contriving this Way, this glorious and wondered Medium,
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or this spiritual and mystical Ladder, is to magnify and advance his own Glory, in respect of his own Person,
or this spiritual and mystical Ladder, is to magnify and advance his own Glory, in respect of his own Person,
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and the Glory of his Son, and the Glory of the Holy-Ghost;
and the Glory of his Son, and the Glory of the Holy ghost;
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for every sacred Person of the blessed Trinity, shines forth in equal Glory in the Contrivance and Accomplishment of our Salvation by Jesus Christ.
for every sacred Person of the blessed Trinity, shines forth in equal Glory in the Contrivance and Accomplishment of our Salvation by jesus christ.
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1. The Glory of the Father is manifested in Election ; or in Chusing all that shall be Saved in Christ.
1. The Glory of the Father is manifested in Election; or in Choosing all that shall be Saved in christ.
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2. The Glory of the Son in Redemption ; or in dying to redeem them. 3. The Glory of the Holy Spirit in Sanctification ;
2. The Glory of the Son in Redemption; or in dying to Redeem them. 3. The Glory of the Holy Spirit in Sanctification;
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or in Renewing and Regenerating of them.
or in Renewing and Regenerating of them.
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So many the Father Elected, so many the Son Redeemed, and so many the Spirit Sanctifies. So in Justification, (Christ's Righteousness being called a Robe ) the three Persons are equally Glorified and Exalted.
So many the Father Elected, so many the Son Redeemed, and so many the Spirit Sanctifies. So in Justification, (Christ's Righteousness being called a Robe) the three Persons Are equally Glorified and Exalted.
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1. The Father prepar'd the Matter out of which the Robe of Righteousness is made; viz. The Body of Christ.
1. The Father prepared the Matter out of which the Robe of Righteousness is made; viz. The Body of christ.
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2. The Son wrought it by his own active and passive Obedience. 3. The Holy-Ghost puts it upon us, by working Faith in us.
2. The Son wrought it by his own active and passive obedience. 3. The Holy ghost puts it upon us, by working Faith in us.
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And not only the Glory of God personally consider'd, but also the Glory of all the divine Attributes,
And not only the Glory of God personally considered, but also the Glory of all the divine Attributes,
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or Perfections of the blessed God-head, are Magnified and Exalted also hereby.
or Perfections of the blessed Godhead, Are Magnified and Exalted also hereby.
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1. The Glory of his infinite Love, Mercy, and Goodness, (which you have heard) is the grand Motive that moved God the Father,
1. The Glory of his infinite Love, Mercy, and goodness, (which you have herd) is the grand Motive that moved God the Father,
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or put him upon this glorious Contrivance; which is the rise, spring and fountain of all our Happiness.
or put him upon this glorious Contrivance; which is the rise, spring and fountain of all our Happiness.
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2. Moreover, the Glory of his infinite Wisdom, Truth, Justice, Power, and Holiness. The Glory of his Justice: God is Just;
2. Moreover, the Glory of his infinite Wisdom, Truth, justice, Power, and Holiness. The Glory of his justice: God is Just;
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he can as soon cease to be, as cease to be Just. God declar'd, if Man Sinn'd he should dye;
he can as soon cease to be, as cease to be Just. God declared, if Man Sinned he should die;
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therefore either he must destroy Man to preserve his Truth and Justice, and see his Law not violated and turned upside down, and so conceal his Mercy;
Therefore either he must destroy Man to preserve his Truth and justice, and see his Law not violated and turned upside down, and so conceal his Mercy;
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or else find out a way to satisfy his Justice, and preserve his Truth, that his Love and Mercy may appear;
or Else find out a Way to satisfy his justice, and preserve his Truth, that his Love and Mercy may appear;
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therefore his VVisdom found out a way for the Honour both of Justice and Mercy, by laying our Sins upon his own Son as our Surety,
Therefore his VVisdom found out a Way for the Honour both of justice and Mercy, by laying our Sins upon his own Son as our Surety,
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and to undergo that Wrath and Punishment, which we must otherwise have undergone for ever. Here is, Brethren, no changing the Sentence against Sin, but of the Person;
and to undergo that Wrath and Punishment, which we must otherwise have undergone for ever. Here is, Brothers, no changing the Sentence against since, but of the Person;
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our Sins and Punishment are transferred upon Jesus Christ;
our Sins and Punishment Are transferred upon jesus christ;
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and since it was infinite Justice our Sins had wronged, an infinite Punishment must be Suffered, which none but one that was God could bear, nor satisfy for:
and since it was infinite justice our Sins had wronged, an infinite Punishment must be Suffered, which none but one that was God could bear, nor satisfy for:
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and now the full Payment or Satisfaction Christ made to divine Justice, put a Bar, or delivered h•m from the eternal duration of the Punishment:
and now the full Payment or Satisfaction christ made to divine justice, put a Bar, or Delivered h•m from the Eternal duration of the Punishment:
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for the cause why Sinners lye in Hell, or in Prison for ever, arises from their inability to satisfie or pay their Debts;
for the cause why Sinners lie in Hell, or in Prison for ever, arises from their inability to satisfy or pay their Debts;
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but from the worth and dignity of Christ's Person, Justice is Satisfie•, and he acquitted, and discharged out of Prison, and we in him.
but from the worth and dignity of Christ's Person, justice is Satisfie•, and he acquitted, and discharged out of Prison, and we in him.
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Besides, none but God could be a proper Judge;
Beside, none but God could be a proper Judge;
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what could be a suffici•nt Satisfaction to his vindictive Wrath and Justice, but when God declares that in his Son he is well pleased, and satisfied? who shall say this could not be a proper and legal discharge for us? Moreover, this discovers Go•'s infinite Holiness and hatred of Sin, more than if we had suffered for ever, in his making his own Son a Sacrifice for our Sins,
what could be a suffici•nt Satisfaction to his vindictive Wrath and justice, but when God declares that in his Son he is well pleased, and satisfied? who shall say this could not be a proper and Legal discharge for us? Moreover, this discovers Go•'s infinite Holiness and hatred of since, more than if we had suffered for ever, in his making his own Son a Sacrifice for our Sins,
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and not sparing him when he stands in our Law-place.
and not sparing him when he Stands in our Law place.
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Here (as one observes) was the Beauty of his Holiness, as well as the exactness of his Justice, with the vin••cation of the Honour of his Law, displaying the Purity of his Nature, by sheathing his Sword with Indign•••on in the Bowels of Sin, Here (as one observes) was the Beauty of his Holiness, as well as the exactness of his justice, with the vin••cation of the Honour of his Law, displaying the Purity of his Nature, by sheathing his Sword with Indign•••on in the Bowels of since,
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while he pierced the Heart of his beloved Son. The like I might speak of all God's other blessed Attributes;while he pierced the Heart of his Beloved Son. The like I might speak of all God's other blessed Attributes;
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his end was to magnifie them hereby, as well as his Wisdom, Love, Mercy, and Justice: But to proceed,
his end was to magnify them hereby, as well as his Wisdom, Love, Mercy, and justice: But to proceed,
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Secondly, His Design herein also was to magnify the Law, and make it honourable; the law looses none of it Sanction by Jesus Christ; Secondly, His Design herein also was to magnify the Law, and make it honourable; the law looses none of it Sanction by jesus christ;
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the law required Man to keep it, Man to yield perfect Obedience to God therein, and Man to dye, and bear the Penalty for the breach of it. But lo!
the law required Man to keep it, Man to yield perfect obedience to God therein, and Man to die, and bear the Penalty for the breach of it. But lo!
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here is a Man, (nay one more then Man, even God-Man, the Son of God, made Man, made of a Woman, made under the Law ) come on purpose to stand in our Law-place, to honour this Law, to yield active and perfect Obedience unto it,
Here is a Man, (nay one more then Man, even God-Man, the Son of God, made Man, made of a Woman, made under the Law) come on purpose to stand in our Law place, to honour this Law, to yield active and perfect obedience unto it,
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and to dye for our breach thereof. This is more than the Law could, or did require;
and to die for our breach thereof. This is more than the Law could, or did require;
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the law hath more then it's just Demand, for by Christ's keeping of it, and dying for our Sin•, he hath meritted as well as satisfied;
the law hath more then it's just Demand, for by Christ's keeping of it, and dying for our Sin•, he hath merited as well as satisfied;
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he hath meritted those things of God, which the Law could not have given us; had we never broke it, that could not have made us so near to God,
he hath merited those things of God, which the Law could not have given us; had we never broke it, that could not have made us so near to God,
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so great, so glorious, and so happy for ever, as we are made by the merits, and purchase of Jesus Christ.
so great, so glorious, and so happy for ever, as we Are made by the merits, and purchase of jesus christ.
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But more of that by and by. Do we make void the law thro' Faith, God forbid: Yea we establish the law:
But more of that by and by. Do we make void the law through Faith, God forbid: Yea we establish the law:
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In that by Christ's Obedience to the Law, or by his perfect active Obedience, and Death, apprehended by Faith we are Justified,
In that by Christ's obedience to the Law, or by his perfect active obedience, and Death, apprehended by Faith we Are Justified,
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and the Law for ever silenced:
and the Law for ever silenced:
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Christ having satisfied the Justice of God, broke the Thunders of the Law, and dissolved the frame of all its Anathema's: He being made a Curse for us, he hath redeemed us from the curse of the Law:
christ having satisfied the justice of God, broke the Thunders of the Law, and dissolved the frame of all its Anathema's: He being made a Curse for us, he hath redeemed us from the curse of the Law:
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He hath abolished the Obligation of the Moral Law as to its Condemning Power, and hath by his blood sealed another Covenant, a New-Covenant, a better Covenant:
He hath abolished the Obligation of the Moral Law as to its Condemning Power, and hath by his blood sealed Another Covenant, a New-covenant, a better Covenant:
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the first hath been perfectly kept, and the sentence of it hath been undergone; and its killing power is taken away to all that are in Christ Jesus.
the First hath been perfectly kept, and the sentence of it hath been undergone; and its killing power is taken away to all that Are in christ jesus.
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And thus, see how the Law is magnified, lifted up, and made Honourable:
And thus, see how the Law is magnified, lifted up, and made Honourable:
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i. e. rather then that shall loose any of its Honour, the Son of God will become Man and answer all its Demands, in doing,i. e. rather then that shall lose any of its Honour, the Son of God will become Man and answer all its Demands, in doing,
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and suffering what we ought to have done, and suffered, and for our default must have endured for ever.
and suffering what we ought to have done, and suffered, and for our default must have endured for ever.
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Thirdly, God's design hereby also was to destroy the Works of the Devil, in respect of Original Sin, which was Satan's Work,Thirdly, God's Design hereby also was to destroy the Works of the devil, in respect of Original since, which was Satan's Work,
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and of all actual Sins, which are his cursed works also:
and of all actual Sins, which Are his cursed works also:
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i. e. such works that he imploys all Men in, and stirs them up to do,i. e. such works that he employs all Men in, and stirs them up to do,
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until they are delivered out of his Kingdom:
until they Are Delivered out of his Kingdom:
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For this purpose was the Son of God manifested, that he might destroy the Works of the Devil: For this purpose was the Son of God manifested, that he might destroy the Works of the devil:
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Who is the Author of all Sin, and the Worker of all Iniquity:
Who is the Author of all since, and the Worker of all Iniquity:
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and as God's design was to destroy Sin, the work of the Devil, so it was also hereby to destroy Satans Design likewise, which was to rob God of the Glory of his own Work and Purpose, in creating of Man;
and as God's Design was to destroy since, the work of the devil, so it was also hereby to destroy Satan Design likewise, which was to rob God of the Glory of his own Work and Purpose, in creating of Man;
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he thought to have utterly ruined Mankind, and laid him for ever as low as Hell,
he Thought to have utterly ruined Mankind, and laid him for ever as low as Hell,
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but God by this means, by this Spiritual Ladder, shews his purpose is to raise hi• up to the highest Heavens.
but God by this means, by this Spiritual Ladder, shows his purpose is to raise hi• up to the highest Heavens.
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This brings me to the last thing Proposed, as Gods design hereby.
This brings me to the last thing Proposed, as God's Design hereby.
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Fourthly, Gods design hereby was to raise up poor fallen Man into a more happy and glorious State,Fourthly, God's Design hereby was to raise up poor fallen Man into a more happy and glorious State,
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than he was in before he fell:
than he was in before he fell:
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Every Believer is made hereby a Son or Daughter of God, born of God, adopted by the Free-grace of God,
Every Believer is made hereby a Son or Daughter of God, born of God, adopted by the Free grace of God,
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and made an Heir of God;
and made an Heir of God;
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nay, married to the Son of God, and cloathed with the Righteousness of God, or with 〈 ◊ 〉 Righteousness, who is God,
nay, married to the Son of God, and clothed with the Righteousness of God, or with 〈 ◊ 〉 Righteousness, who is God,
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and from this State can never fall.
and from this State can never fallen.
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So mu•h as to the First thing proposed i. e In what respects this Ladder, Jesus Christ, should be b•held.
So mu•h as to the First thing proposed i. e In what respects this Ladder, jesus christ, should be b•held.
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Secondly, I shall shew you how, or in what respect we should behold Jesus Christ. First, Exclusively, or by way of opposition to all other Objects or Things: Secondly, I shall show you how, or in what respect we should behold jesus christ. First, Exclusively, or by Way of opposition to all other Objects or Things:
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We should behold Jesus Christ, as our only Saviour, exclusive of all other Ways, Object, or Means of obtaining eternal Life, whatsoever.
We should behold jesus christ, as our only Saviour, exclusive of all other Ways, Object, or Means of obtaining Eternal Life, whatsoever.
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1. Exclusively, or in Opposition to the Law, and the Righteousness any can obtain by their own personal Obedience thereunto, we ought to behold Jesus Christ:
1. Exclusively, or in Opposition to the Law, and the Righteousness any can obtain by their own personal obedience thereunto, we ought to behold jesus christ:
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Some, in the Apostles time, expected Justification by their own Obedience to the moral and ceremonial Law; but Israel, that followed after the Law of Righteousness, hath not attained to the Law of R•ghteousness:
some, in the Apostles time, expected Justification by their own obedience to the moral and ceremonial Law; but Israel, that followed After the Law of Righteousness, hath not attained to the Law of R•ghteousness:
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vers. 31. Wherefore? because they sought it not by Faith, but as it were by the works of the Law;
vers. 31. Wherefore? Because they sought it not by Faith, but as it were by the works of the Law;
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for they stumbled at that stumbling-stone. for they stumbled At that stumbling-stone.
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vers. 32. They being ignorant of Gods Righteousness, and going about to establish their own Righteousness.
vers. 32. They being ignorant of God's Righteousness, and going about to establish their own Righteousness.
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have not submitted themselves to the Righteousness of God. That is, by their personal, and own inherent Righteousness. have not submitted themselves to the Righteousness of God. That is, by their personal, and own inherent Righteousness.
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2. Exclusive of all our Works, or Righteousness done by us, or wrought in us as part •f the matter of our Justification before God;
2. Exclusive of all our Works, or Righteousness done by us, or wrought in us as part •f the matter of our Justification before God;
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or as any procuring Cause, or Condition of our Justification and eternal Life.
or as any procuring Cause, or Condition of our Justification and Eternal Life.
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For since all Boasting is excluded, all Works done by us, and Righteousness wrought in us, are excluded;
For since all Boasting is excluded, all Works done by us, and Righteousness wrought in us, Are excluded;
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but all Boasting is excluded &c. Where is boasting then? it is excluded, by what Law? of Works;
but all Boasting is excluded etc. Where is boasting then? it is excluded, by what Law? of Works;
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nay, but by the Law of Faith. 3. Exclusive of any other Sacrifice for Sin, or Mediators:nay, but by the Law of Faith. 3. Exclusive of any other Sacrifice for since, or Mediators:
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The Papists look to their own vain Sacrifices, Offerings and Pennance, an• seek to other Mediators also, to the detracting from the worth and satisfactory Sacrifice of Christ once for all;
The Papists look to their own vain Sacrifices, Offerings and Penance, an• seek to other Mediators also, to the detracting from the worth and satisfactory Sacrifice of christ once for all;
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but as there is but one Mediator between God and Man, the Man Christ Jesus ; so there is but one Propiciatory Sacrifice, which he offered up upon the Cross.
but as there is but one Mediator between God and Man, the Man christ jesus; so there is but one Propitiatory Sacrifice, which he offered up upon the Cross.
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4. Nay, we should behold this Ladder, i.e. Jesus Christ, exclusive of Faith it self, either as an habit, or act, 4. Nay, we should behold this Ladder, i.e. jesus christ, exclusive of Faith it self, either as an habit, or act,
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or in respect of its being any Condition, or Cause, procuring our Justification ;
or in respect of its being any Condition, or Cause, procuring our Justification;
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or as touching the effects, or fruits of it, or any ways else whatsoever, save only as an Instrument by which we apprehend or receive Jesus Christ: or as touching the effects, or fruits of it, or any ways Else whatsoever, save only as an Instrument by which we apprehend or receive jesus christ:
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For it is not Faith which Justifieth us, but the Object which it apprehends and takes hold of; For it is not Faith which Justifieth us, but the Object which it apprehends and Takes hold of;
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it was not the eye that beheld the brazen Serpent in the Wilderness that healed those that were stung, it was not the eye that beheld the brazen Serpent in the Wilderness that healed those that were stung,
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but the Brazen Serpent, that was beheld or lookt unto.
but the Brazen Serpent, that was beheld or looked unto.
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Secondly, We must behold Jesus Christ by an eye of Faith, or believe in him, venture our Souls upon him;Secondly, We must behold jesus christ by an eye of Faith, or believe in him, venture our Souls upon him;
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Thus it is to behold him. 1. To believe there is no Salvation, but by and thro' Jesus Christ alone;
Thus it is to behold him. 1. To believe there is no Salvation, but by and through jesus christ alone;
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Neither is there Salvation in any other; for there is no other Name given under Heaven, whereby we must be saved. Neither is there Salvation in any other; for there is no other Name given under Heaven, whereby we must be saved.
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No other Saviour for Soul or Body, for Pardon or Peace. 2. To believe, tho' there is no Salvation in any other, or in nothing else;
No other Saviour for Soul or Body, for Pardon or Peace. 2. To believe, though there is no Salvation in any other, or in nothing Else;
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yet that there is Salvation in Christ, for all that come unto him, or savingly believe in him;
yet that there is Salvation in christ, for all that come unto him, or savingly believe in him;
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Whosoever believeth in him, shall not perish but have everlasting Life. Whosoever Believeth in him, shall not perish but have everlasting Life.
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And indeed, to this end is Christ lifted up (as a Ladder, the top of which reaches to Heaven:
And indeed, to this end is christ lifted up (as a Ladder, the top of which reaches to Heaven:
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As the Brazen Serpent was lifted up,) that the vilest Sinners who behold him by an eye of Faith might be saved.
As the Brazen Serpent was lifted up,) that the Vilest Sinners who behold him by an eye of Faith might be saved.
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3. To believe in Christ, or thus to behold him, is to lay the whole stress of our Salvation upon him,
3. To believe in christ, or thus to behold him, is to lay the Whole stress of our Salvation upon him,
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and upon his Atonement, upon his Righteousness, or upon the Merits of his Blood alone. 4. To behold Christ, is to believe that he hath made our Peace with God;
and upon his Atonement, upon his Righteousness, or upon the Merits of his Blood alone. 4. To behold christ, is to believe that he hath made our Peace with God;
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that God is satisfied and well pleased in him; that divine Wrath is appeased in him;
that God is satisfied and well pleased in him; that divine Wrath is appeased in him;
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and that he Dyed for you, or in your stead. and that he Died for you, or in your stead.
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5. To behold Christ, is to apply his Blood, and plead his Atonement against all Accusations that may be brought against you. 5. To behold christ, is to apply his Blood, and plead his Atonement against all Accusations that may be brought against you.
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1 When Satan lays the greatness of our Sins before us, and aggravates them upon our Consciences, it is then our Duty to repell his Assaults,
1 When Satan lays the greatness of our Sins before us, and aggravates them upon our Consciences, it is then our Duty to repel his Assaults,
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and Implead him, by Pleading that Christ's Blood hath fully attoned and satisfied for all our Sins, both those Sins we committed before Called, and for all our Sins committed after we are Called.
and Implead him, by Pleading that Christ's Blood hath Fully atoned and satisfied for all our Sins, both those Sins we committed before Called, and for all our Sins committed After we Are Called.
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2. When our Consciences acc•se us, 'tis our Duty and Priviledge to Plead the Blood of Christ;
2. When our Consciences acc•se us, it's our Duty and Privilege to Plead the Blood of christ;
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and look up to him who is our Advocate at the Father's Right-h•nd. 3. When Men accuse us for our Faults and Failings, we must behold Jesus Christ, and look up to him who is our Advocate At the Father's Right-h•nd. 3. When Men accuse us for our Faults and Failings, we must behold jesus christ,
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and believe the Sufficiency of his Righteousness, and the Vertue and Merits of his Blood:
and believe the Sufficiency of his Righteousness, and the Virtue and Merits of his Blood:
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Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's Elect? it is God that Justifies. Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's Elect? it is God that Justifies.
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Who is he that Condemneth? it is Christ that dyed, yea, rather that is risen again;
Who is he that Condemneth? it is christ that died, yea, rather that is risen again;
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who is even at the Right-hand of God, who also maketh intercession for us. who is even At the Right-hand of God, who also makes Intercession for us.
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Who can Implead su•h, or put in any Accusation against them whom God actually Acquits, Justifies and pronounceth Righteous? The Apostle saith; (our late •nnotators say) that such:
Who can Implead su•h, or put in any Accusation against them whom God actually Acquits, Justifies and pronounceth Righteous? The Apostle Says; (our late •nnotators say) that such:
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one may throw down the Gauntle•, and challenge all the World;
one may throw down the Gauntle•, and challenge all the World;
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let Conscience, Carnal Reason, Law, Sin Hell and Devils bring forth a•• they can say, it will not be sufficientto Condemnation.
let Conscience, Carnal Reason, Law, since Hell and Devils bring forth a•• they can say, it will not be sufficientto Condemnation.
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Thirdly, To behold Jesus Christ by Faith, is to go directly to him as your Saviour, and Adv•cate;Thirdly, To behold jesus christ by Faith, is to go directly to him as your Saviour, and Adv•cate;
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let your sins be what they will, knowing that he is able to save you, and that he hath b•rn all the punishment due that your sins deserved;
let your Sins be what they will, knowing that he is able to save you, and that he hath b•rn all the punishment due that your Sins deserved;
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and this without thinking of bringing any thing with you to Commend you to him: He requires no previous Qualifications of us;
and this without thinking of bringing any thing with you to Commend you to him: He requires no previous Qualifications of us;
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Sinners must look to Christ, come to Christ in their Sins, beholding their loathsome Filth, and abominable Guilt, feeling and finding that their Wounds bleed, and are corrupt;
Sinners must look to christ, come to christ in their Sins, beholding their loathsome Filth, and abominable Gilded, feeling and finding that their Wounds bleed, and Are corrupt;
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and not to think to Wash themselves from their Sins by Repentance, and Tears of Sorrow for Sin, that they may Believe,
and not to think to Wash themselves from their Sins by Repentance, and Tears of Sorrow for since, that they may Believe,
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but come to him, to be Washed; Believe in him that they may be Justified and Healed ; Faith will produce Repentance;
but come to him, to be Washed; Believe in him that they may be Justified and Healed; Faith will produce Repentance;
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They shall look to him whom they pierced, and they shall mourn, as a Man mourns for his only Son ;They shall look to him whom they pierced, and they shall mourn, as a Man mourns for his only Son;
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and be in bitterness, as a Man is in bitterness for his First-born. Fourthly, We should behold Christ as a Sure way to the Father: and be in bitterness, as a Man is in bitterness for his Firstborn. Fourthly, We should behold christ as a Sure Way to the Father:
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This Ladder will bring us to God, who is at the Top of it, or above it;
This Ladder will bring us to God, who is At the Top of it, or above it;
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and as this only is the Way, so it is a Sure way: No Man cometh to the Father but by me:
and as this only is the Way, so it is a Sure Way: No Man comes to the Father but by me:
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By Christ we believe in God, and come to God, not directly to God, without eyeing of this Medium;
By christ we believe in God, and come to God, not directly to God, without Eying of this Medium;
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no, no, God out of Christ is an angry God, a consuming ••ire: therefore we must come to God, by Christ as our Mediator,
no, no, God out of christ is an angry God, a consuming ••ire: Therefore we must come to God, by christ as our Mediator,
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and co•mit our cause to him to plead at God's Bar. Thirdly, Why we should behold this Ladder, or look unto Jesus Christ?
and co•mit our cause to him to plead At God's Bar. Thirdly, Why we should behold this Ladder, or look unto jesus christ?
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1. Because he is the way to Heaven, which infinite Wisdom hath found out;
1. Because he is the Way to Heaven, which infinite Wisdom hath found out;
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nay the result of that glorious Counsel held between the Father and the Son from eternity:
nay the result of that glorious Counsel held between the Father and the Son from eternity:
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Not to behold this Way, this Ladder, this Mediator, is to cast contempt on God, in his contrivance of Salvation by Jesus Christ. Not to behold this Way, this Ladder, this Mediator, is to cast contempt on God, in his contrivance of Salvation by jesus christ.
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2. Because there is so much divine Love, Grace and Goodness shewed to us in Jesus Christ.
2. Because there is so much divine Love, Grace and goodness showed to us in jesus christ.
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3. Because this Sight is so Wonderful a Sight• : Christ Brethren, is the wonder of both Worlds;
3. Because this Sighed is so Wondered a Sight•: christ Brothers, is the wonder of both World's;
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O 'tis an amazing thing, to see such a Way, such a Ladder prepared for us to go to God!
Oh it's an amazing thing, to see such a Way, such a Ladder prepared for us to go to God!
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4. Christ should be beheld because of the Loveliness (as well as the Wonderfulness ) of his Person:
4. christ should be beheld Because of the Loveliness (as well as the Wonderfulness) of his Person:
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There is no such Object to be seen in Heaven, nor Earth.
There is no such Object to be seen in Heaven, nor Earth.
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5. Because there is in him all Fulness; We beheld his glory, as the glory of the only begotten of the Father, full of Grace and Truth.
5. Because there is in him all Fullness; We beheld his glory, as the glory of the only begotten of the Father, full of Grace and Truth.
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The Word, as one observes, is Emphatical, [ itheasametha, ] we beheld, as in a Theatre, as Men behold things presented to them on a Stage, with great earnestness, and delight;
The Word, as one observes, is Emphatical, [ itheasametha, ] we beheld, as in a Theatre, as Men behold things presented to them on a Stage, with great earnestness, and delight;
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even as the express Image of the Father's Person; it pleased the Father, that in him all fulness should •awe•.
even as the express Image of the Father's Person; it pleased the Father, that in him all fullness should •awe•.
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He received the Spirit of Grace without measure, and 'tis in him to be Communicated to all his Elect,
He received the Spirit of Grace without measure, and it's in him to be Communicated to all his Elect,
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or Members of his mystical Body, as fulness of Sap is in the Root, to supply all the Branches.
or Members of his mystical Body, as fullness of Sap is in the Root, to supply all the Branches.
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6. Because this of beholding, or looking to Jesus Christ, is the way God hath appointed for our Reception,
6. Because this of beholding, or looking to jesus christ, is the Way God hath appointed for our Reception,
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or Participation of all the Benefits and Merits of his Blood ;
or Participation of all the Benefits and Merits of his Blood;
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nor is there any other way, but thro' believing in him, for any Adult Persons to be Saved.
nor is there any other Way, but through believing in him, for any Adult Persons to be Saved.
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7. Because of the absolute necessity Sinners have of him; they are sick, and he is their Physician, &c. Fifthly, For what, or to receive what, should we behold Jesus Christ.
7. Because of the absolute necessity Sinners have of him; they Are sick, and he is their physician, etc. Fifthly, For what, or to receive what, should we behold jesus christ.
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1. For Reco•ciliat•on and Peace with God:
1. For Reco•ciliat•on and Peace with God:
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All thi••s are of God, who reconciled us unto himself 〈 … 〉, To 〈 ◊ 〉, th•t God was in Christ, reconciling the World to himself, not imputing their Tres•asses unto them; All thi••s Are of God, who reconciled us unto himself 〈 … 〉, To 〈 ◊ 〉, th•t God was in christ, reconciling the World to himself, not imputing their Tres•asses unto them;
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This is the meriter•ous cause of our Reconciliation: God in Christ, or by his Blood, is Satisfied, and Reconciled;This is the meriter•ous cause of our Reconciliation: God in christ, or by his Blood, is Satisfied, and Reconciled;
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and all that would have peace with God, must Believe, or look to Christ, to receive the Attonement: Christ hath received an actual discharge for Sinners from his Father,
and all that would have peace with God, must Believe, or look to christ, to receive the Atonement: christ hath received an actual discharge for Sinners from his Father,
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and you must come to him for it, and receive the Benefit and Evidence of it to your own Consciences:
and you must come to him for it, and receive the Benefit and Evidence of it to your own Consciences:
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All that the Father hath given me, shall come unto me; and whosoever cometh unto me, I wi•l in no wise cast out. All that the Father hath given me, shall come unto me; and whosoever comes unto me, I wi•l in no wise cast out.
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There is an infallible Connexion betwixt Faith and eternal Life; and betwixt Election and the Collection of special Grace ;
There is an infallible Connexion betwixt Faith and Eternal Life; and betwixt Election and the Collection of special Grace;
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and as Election is first, special Vocation will follow; and as many as were ordained to eternal Life, believed. and as Election is First, special Vocation will follow; and as many as were ordained to Eternal Life, believed.
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For the Father's gift of the Soul to Christ, and of Grace to believe in him, is no doubt here ment by his giving them to his Son.
For the Father's gift of the Soul to christ, and of Grace to believe in him, is no doubt Here meant by his giving them to his Son.
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2. •herefore you must first look to him for Grace, for Fait•; God pours ou• the Spirit of Grace and Supplicat•on first,
2. •herefore you must First look to him for Grace, for Fait•; God pours ou• the Spirit of Grace and Supplicat•on First,
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and then a Sinner looks to him w•om he pierced ; that is, then and not till then he will believe, or savingly behold Jesus Christ.
and then a Sinner looks to him w•om he pierced; that is, then and not till then he will believe, or savingly behold jesus christ.
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3. Sinners must behold Christ, look to Christ for Ʋnion with him, and to be espoused to him:
3. Sinners must behold christ, look to christ for Ʋnion with him, and to be espoused to him:
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Look till they Love; behold him, till they fall in Love with him. Look till they Love; behold him, till they fallen in Love with him.
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The holy Spirit is the bond of this Union, by which Christ takes hold of us,
The holy Spirit is the bound of this union, by which christ Takes hold of us,
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and Faith is that Grace, by which we take hold of him.
and Faith is that Grace, by which we take hold of him.
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4. For Justification: Whosoever hath Union with Christ, receives their personal Discharge from the Law-Sentence, that bound them over to Wrath, and Condemnation;
4. For Justification: Whosoever hath union with christ, receives their personal Discharge from the Law-sentence, that bound them over to Wrath, and Condemnation;
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and are actually pronounced Acquitted, and Justified for ever. 5. For Acceptation with the Father;
and Are actually pronounced Acquitted, and Justified for ever. 5. For Acceptation with the Father;
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who hath made us accepted in the beloved, Christ's acceptance by the Father, is the Spring, who hath made us accepted in the Beloved, Christ's acceptance by the Father, is the Spring,
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or Fountain of our Acceptance, he being accepted for, and in the behalf of all his Elect:
or Fountain of our Acceptance, he being accepted for, and in the behalf of all his Elect:
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And no sooner is a Sinner in Christ, but he stands personally Justified, and accepted with the Father;
And no sooner is a Sinner in christ, but he Stands personally Justified, and accepted with the Father;
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and he being accepted, all his Duties and Services are accepted also, that he performs in Faith,
and he being accepted, all his Duties and Services Are accepted also, that he performs in Faith,
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and by the assistance of the Spirit of God. 6. For Pardon of Sin ; and to have it evidenced unto their Consciences:
and by the assistance of the Spirit of God. 6. For Pardon of since; and to have it evidenced unto their Consciences:
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In whom we have Redemption thro' his Blood, even the forgiveness of Sins. In whom we have Redemption through his Blood, even the forgiveness of Sins.
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7. For Strength: Surely shall one say, in the Lord have I Righteousness, and Strength, Righteousness to Justifie me, 7. For Strength: Surely shall one say, in the Lord have I Righteousness, and Strength, Righteousness to Justify me,
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and Strength to Support me, and Assistance to bear all Burdens, resist all Temptations, to strengthen all my Graces,
and Strength to Support me, and Assistance to bear all Burdens, resist all Temptations, to strengthen all my Graces,
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and to perform all holy Duties. 8. For all divine Comforts and Consolations: If there be therefore any Consolations in Christ,
and to perform all holy Duties. 8. For all divine Comforts and Consolations: If there be Therefore any Consolations in christ,
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if any comfort of Love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, &c. Tho' many may be in Christ,if any Comfort of Love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, etc. Though many may be in christ,
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and find no such Consolations, which others meet with, yet there are most precious Consolations in him,
and find no such Consolations, which Others meet with, yet there Are most precious Consolations in him,
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and we should look to him for them. Lastly, We should behold him; look to him for eternal Life :
and we should look to him for them. Lastly, We should behold him; look to him for Eternal Life:
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Eternal Life is purchased by Christ, and 'tis to be had in Christ, and all that believe h•ve an undoubted Title thereto.
Eternal Life is purchased by christ, and it's to be had in christ, and all that believe h•ve an undoubted Title thereto.
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APPLICATION.
APPLICATION.
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First, We Infer from hence that great blindness, and ignorance hath siezed upon most of Men, in that they care not to behold Jesus Christ, they can see no Be•uty in him to desire him, First, We Infer from hence that great blindness, and ignorance hath seized upon most of Men, in that they care not to behold jesus christ, they can see no Be•uty in him to desire him,
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nor do they marvel to behold this sight.
nor do they marvel to behold this sighed.
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Secondly, Sinner, will you not behold this Christ thy Saviour? Let me Exhort you to behold the Lamb of God that takes away the Sin of the World ;Secondly, Sinner, will you not behold this christ thy Saviour? Let me Exhort you to behold the Lamb of God that Takes away the since of the World;
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and, O cast a right look unto him! [ Motives. ] 1. It will cause, or work godly Sorrow in you f•r all your Sins;
and, Oh cast a right look unto him! [ Motives. ] 1. It will cause, or work godly Sorrow in you f•r all your Sins;
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They shall look unto him, whom they p•ercea, and shall Mourn, &c. 2. It will cause in you Self-loathing, and Self-abhorrance; They shall look unto him, whom they p•ercea, and shall Mourn, etc. 2. It will cause in you Self-loathing, and Self-abhorrance;
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I have heard of thee by the hearing of the Ears; I have herd of thee by the hearing of the Ears;
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but now mine Eyes see thee, therefore I abhor my self, and repent in Dust and Ashes. but now mine Eyes see thee, Therefore I abhor my self, and Repent in Dust and Ashes.
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When the Prophet saw the Lord sitting upon a Throne, high, and lifted up, and his Train filled the Temple, he cryed out;
When the Prophet saw the Lord sitting upon a Throne, high, and lifted up, and his Train filled the Temple, he cried out;
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I am undone! mine Eyes have seen the King, the Lord of Hosts! 3. It will cause you to behold great Beauty and excellencies in him: I am undone! mine Eyes have seen the King, the Lord of Hosts! 3. It will cause you to behold great Beauty and excellencies in him:
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To you that believe, he is precious: Yea, doubtless, I count all things loss for the excellency of the Knowledge of Jesus Christ, my Lord. To you that believe, he is precious: Yea, doubtless, I count all things loss for the excellency of the Knowledge of jesus christ, my Lord.
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You will say then, that he is the chiefest among ten Thousands, and altogether Lovely. 4. It will change you into his own Image; You will say then, that he is the chiefest among ten Thousands, and altogether Lovely. 4. It will change you into his own Image;
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this look is of a Soul-transforming Nature;
this look is of a Soul-transforming Nature;
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but we all, beholding as in a glass the Glory of the Lord, are changed into the same Image, from glory, to glory, but we all, beholding as in a glass the Glory of the Lord, Are changed into the same Image, from glory, to glory,
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even as by the Spirit of the Lord. even as by the Spirit of the Lord.
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5. This beholding of Christ, will cause you to contemn all things here below, and to account them as nothing,
5. This beholding of christ, will cause you to contemn all things Here below, and to account them as nothing,
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nay worse than nothing in comparison of him;
nay Worse than nothing in comparison of him;
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for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but Dung, that I may win Christ. for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but Dung, that I may win christ.
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( Syriac and others, Dog's Meat, refuse cast to Dogs) Thus do all that behold him, (in point of Justification ) in comparison of Christ;
(Syriac and Others, Dog's Meat, refuse cast to Dogs) Thus do all that behold him, (in point of Justification) in comparison of christ;
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esteem as nothing all good Works, good Duties flowing from a sanctified Heart;
esteem as nothing all good Works, good Duties flowing from a sanctified Heart;
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nay all inherit Holiness with Faith it self, in respect of any Trust, and Confidence therein:
nay all inherit Holiness with Faith it self, in respect of any Trust, and Confidence therein:
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So much is the object of Faith valued by all that thus behold him.
So much is the Object of Faith valued by all that thus behold him.
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6. It will draw the Souls of all that thus behold him, to him, and after him,
6. It will draw the Souls of all that thus behold him, to him, and After him,
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and to follow him whithersoever he goes: When I am lifted up, I will draw all Men to me:
and to follow him whithersoever he Goes: When I am lifted up, I will draw all Men to me:
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When I am beheld on the Cross, dying for them, or in their stead.
When I am beheld on the Cross, dying for them, or in their stead.
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Lo! we have forsaken all, and have followed thee? They did thus, and presently too, Lo! we have forsaken all, and have followed thee? They did thus, and presently too,
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as soon as he called them: — These are they which follow the Lamb, whithersoever he goeth ;
as soon as he called them: — These Are they which follow the Lamb, whithersoever he Goes;
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Those who thus see him, are even sick of Love;
Those who thus see him, Are even sick of Love;
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Saw ye him whom my Soul loveth? &c. Tell him I am sick of love Saw you him whom my Soul loves? etc. Tell him I am sick of love
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O Sinners, labour thus to behold him! i.e. pierced for you; •ying and bleeding on the Cross for you;
Oh Sinners, labour thus to behold him! i.e. pierced for you; •ying and bleeding on the Cross for you;
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offering himself to you, standing at your Doors woing and entreating you to open to him, to love him, imbrace him, and espouse him.
offering himself to you, standing At your Doors wooing and entreating you to open to him, to love him, embrace him, and espouse him.
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[ Consider by way of Excitation. ] 1. Can you behold him entering into a Covenant of Rede•ption from Eternity for you,
[ Consider by Way of Excitation. ] 1. Can you behold him entering into a Covenant of Rede•ption from Eternity for you,
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and not love him? Can you see hi• strike Hands with the Father, leaving out your Names, an• only putting his own Name in that Covenant,
and not love him? Can you see hi• strike Hands with the Father, leaving out your Names, an• only putting his own Name in that Covenant,
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as your Surety, to pay all your Debts, to s•tisfie divine Justice for all your Sins,
as your Surety, to pay all your Debts, to s•tisfie divine justice for all your Sins,
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and dye in y•ur room, and not love him?
and die in y•ur room, and not love him?
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2. Can you see him take your nature upon him, and become Man, born of a poor Virgin, a Babe laid in a Manger, exp•sed to the rage and malice of Men, and Devils and not love him?
2. Can you see him take your nature upon him, and become Man, born of a poor Virgae, a Babe laid in a Manger, exp•sed to the rage and malice of Men, and Devils and not love him?
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3. Can you behold him, and think of that purpose of Grace, eternal Love, and good Will unto you from e•erlasting, and not love him?
3. Can you behold him, and think of that purpose of Grace, Eternal Love, and good Will unto you from e•erlasting, and not love him?
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4. Can you behold him Betrayed, left by his own Di•ciples Deny'd by Peter, Spit upon, Scourged, his Hair Torn from his Beard,
4. Can you behold him Betrayed, left by his own Di•ciples Denied by Peter, Spit upon, Scourged, his Hair Torn from his Beard,
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and all be sprinkled with Blood, condemned as a Malefactor, • owned with Tho•ns, and not love him?
and all be sprinkled with Blood, condemned as a Malefactor, • owned with Tho•ns, and not love him?
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5 Can you behold him in his bloody Ag•ny, sweating great drops of Blood? Can you see him Nailed to a Tree, and his Side pierced with a Spear, which run into his Heart;
5 Can you behold him in his bloody Ag•ny, sweating great drops of Blood? Can you see him Nailed to a Tree, and his Side pierced with a Spear, which run into his Heart;
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and all this for you, and not love him?
and all this for you, and not love him?
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Thirdly, Reproof. What, vile Wretch dost thou do? wilt thou Wound him again? sight him, grieve him, Thirdly, Reproof. What, vile Wretch dost thou do? wilt thou Wound him again? sighed him, grieve him,
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and prefer thy Sins and Lusts above him? bef•re thou didst never truly behold him!
and prefer thy Sins and Lustiest above him? bef•re thou didst never truly behold him!
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Shall God t• us display the glory of his Free grace, and magnifie all his Attributes in our Redemption, by Christ;
Shall God t• us display the glory of his Free grace, and magnify all his Attributes in our Redemption, by christ;
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and dost thou •i•ht and co•t•mn this glorious Contrivance? a•d with th• Face of Impudence, seek another way to go •o •eaven, by Morality, by the Light within, b• ••••ing something of thine own, with his 〈 ◊ 〉, an• •o think to go to Heaven by a Ladde• of ••y o•u •ev•si•g?
and dost thou •i•ht and co•t•mn this glorious Contrivance? a•d with th• Face of Impudence, seek Another Way to go •o •eaven, by Morality, by the Light within, b• ••••ing something of thine own, with his 〈 ◊ 〉, an• •o think to go to Heaven by a Ladde• of ••y o•u •ev•si•g?
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Fourthly, By •h• you 〈 ◊ 〉 see; you that are Professors, whet••• you did •ver Savingly behold the Lord Jesus, or not; have true Faith o• not.Fourthly, By •h• you 〈 ◊ 〉 see; you that Are Professors, whet••• you did •ver Savingly behold the Lord jesus, or not; have true Faith o• not.
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Fifthly, For Incouragement, to a••to behold him; 1. He is able to save you, tho' neve• so vile, and abominable Sinners; to save you all; Fifthly, For Encouragement, to a••to behold him; 1. He is able to save you, though neve• so vile, and abominable Sinners; to save you all;
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to save all, to the uttermost, that come to God by him; i.e. by this Ladder;
to save all, to the uttermost, that come to God by him; i.e. by this Ladder;
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by this new and living Way. 2. He is also willing as we•l as able: This appears; (1.) By his Expressions and Invitations;
by this new and living Way. 2. He is also willing as we•l as able: This appears; (1.) By his Expressions and Invitations;
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Come unto me, all ye that Labour, and are heavy Laden, and I will give you Rest? How often would I have gathered thy Children together, &c. (2.) By his Affections. Come unto me, all you that Labour, and Are heavy Laden, and I will give you Rest? How often would I have gathered thy Children together, etc. (2.) By his Affections.
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Behold me? behold me ? What love hath he shewed!Behold me? behold me? What love hath he showed!
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and what Complaints of Sorrow and Grief at Sinners Unbelief! (3.) By his Actions; even every w•y:
and what Complaints of Sorrow and Grief At Sinners Unbelief! (3.) By his Actions; even every w•y:
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what Love, greater Love, infinite Love, and willi•gness, can be shewed? how hath he manifested his Readiness to save Sinners.
what Love, greater Love, infinite Love, and willi•gness, can be showed? how hath he manifested his Readiness to save Sinners.
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Sixthly, Terror. ] You must behold him by an eye of Faith, or perish: He that believes not shall be Damned. Sixthly, Terror. ] You must behold him by an eye of Faith, or perish: He that believes not shall be Damned.
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He that believeth on the Son, hath everlasting Life;
He that Believeth on the Son, hath everlasting Life;
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and he that believeth not the Son, shall not see Life, but the Wrath of God abideth on him. and he that Believeth not the Son, shall not see Life, but the Wrath of God Abideth on him.
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Obj. ] Perhaps some Sinner will say; I dare not believe yet; I am not humbled enough; Object ] Perhaps Some Sinner will say; I Dare not believe yet; I am not humbled enough;
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I am not fitted, and prepared to come to Christ. I am not fitted, and prepared to come to christ.
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Ans. ] Dost thou see thy self Sick, here's thy Physician? what is required of the Sick, before they come for Healing!Ans. ] Dost thou see thy self Sick, here's thy physician? what is required of the Sick, before they come for Healing!
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Dost thou see thy self a Sinner? O then, come? here is thy Saviour!
Dost thou see thy self a Sinner? O then, come? Here is thy Saviour!
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Dost thou find Guilt to lye upon thy Conscience? who can take it off but Christ Jesus? Dost thou see thy Filthiness? what can cleanse thee but Christ's Blood? Come as thou art, to the Fountain:
Dost thou find Gilded to lie upon thy Conscience? who can take it off but christ jesus? Dost thou see thy Filthiness? what can cleanse thee but Christ's Blood? Come as thou art, to the Fountain:
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Dost thou Thirst after Happiness? 'tis no where to be found, but in Christ: tho' thou hast therefore no Money, yet come ;
Dost thou Thirst After Happiness? it's no where to be found, but in christ: though thou hast Therefore no Money, yet come;
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thou canst not believe in Christ too soon. Lastly, By way of Consolation to Believers; you are saved already, have eternal Life in you;
thou Canst not believe in christ too soon. Lastly, By Way of Consolation to Believers; you Are saved already, have Eternal Life in you;
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Grace is the Seed of Glory; you have drank of the water of Life; and that will be a Well of Water in you, springing up to everlasting Life:
Grace is the Seed of Glory; you have drank of the water of Life; and that will be a Well of Water in you, springing up to everlasting Life:
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You are going to Heaven on Jacob's Ladder, and all the Devils, and Powers of Darkness can't throw you down: You shall never perish. O bless the Lord! and admire Free-grace!
You Are going to Heaven on Jacob's Ladder, and all the Devils, and Powers of Darkness can't throw you down: You shall never perish. O bless the Lord! and admire Free grace!
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and live to him all your Days, with Joy, and Thankfulness! [ But no more now at this time. ]
and live to him all your Days, with Joy, and Thankfulness! [ But no more now At this time. ]
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SERMON IV. GENESIS, xxviij. xij. xiij. And behold, the Angels of God ascending and descending on it.
SERMON IV. GENESIS, xxviij. xij. xiij. And behold, the Angels of God ascending and descending on it.
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I Clos'd the last Day with the former part of our Text, I shall give you one short Sermon, God assisting, concerning the holy Angels, whom Jacob in his Vision saw ascending and descending upon it; I Closed the last Day with the former part of our Text, I shall give you one short Sermon, God assisting, Concerning the holy Angels, whom Jacob in his Vision saw ascending and descending upon it;
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that is, Antitypically upon Jesus Christ. Our blessed Saviour alludes, as I told you, to this Vision in the Gospel;
that is, Antitypically upon jesus christ. Our blessed Saviour alludes, as I told you, to this Vision in the Gospel;
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And he said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto you, hereafter you shall see the Heavens open, And he said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto you, hereafter you shall see the Heavens open,
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and the Angels of God ascending & descending upon the Son of Ma•. and the Angels of God ascending & descending upon the Son of Ma•.
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Our Annotators assert, as their Opinions, That our Lord refers to Jacob 's Vision, Gen. 28.12. which, doubtless puts a great glory on it; Our Annotators assert, as their Opinions, That our Lord refers to Jacob is Vision, Gen. 28.12. which, doubtless puts a great glory on it;
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it being no trifle or small thing that was represented unto him, in that Dream and Vision,
it being no trifle or small thing that was represented unto him, in that Dream and Vision,
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but what a sight Nathaniel had afterwards of the Angels ascending and descending upon Christ, the Son of Man, I know not:
but what a sighed Nathaniel had afterwards of the Angels ascending and descending upon christ, the Son of Man, I know not:
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Some think it might be some further appearance of Angels 〈 ◊ 〉 their ministration to him, than the Scripture Records;
some think it might be Some further appearance of Angels 〈 ◊ 〉 their ministration to him, than the Scripture Records;
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yet, perhaps, no more is meant hereby, than that Nathaniel, and other Saints, shall see,
yet, perhaps, no more is meant hereby, than that Nathaniel, and other Saints, shall see,
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or know, that the holy Angels are far inferiour to the Son of Man, and do administer to him:
or know, that the holy Angels Are Far inferior to the Son of Man, and do administer to him:
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And also, that all that good, Believers do receive by the ministration of Angels, is alone in and through Jesus Christ, our Mediator.
And also, that all that good, Believers do receive by the ministration of Angels, is alone in and through jesus christ, our Mediator.
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Moreover, that God doth not only make use of the ministration of Angels, in governing of the World,
Moreover, that God does not only make use of the ministration of Angels, in governing of the World,
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but also in the preservation, safety, and good of his Church. The way to Heaven is full of holy Angels, some going to Heaven for Intelligence,
but also in the preservation, safety, and good of his Church. The Way to Heaven is full of holy Angels, Some going to Heaven for Intelligence,
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and •thers coming from Heaven, either to forward, pro•ect, or comfort the Saints.
and •thers coming from Heaven, either to forward, pro•ect, or Comfort the Saints.
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1. Angels are but Christ's Messengers, he is the •ead, and Lord of all Principalities and Powers.
1. Angels Are but Christ's Messengers, he is the •ead, and Lord of all Principalities and Powers.
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2. They own themselves to be our Fellow-Ser•ants; I am thy Fellow-Servant, & of thy Brethren.
2. They own themselves to be our Fellow-Ser•ants; I am thy Fellow servant, & of thy Brothers.
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3. They move at his Command, and go and come 〈 ◊ 〉 his Pleasure. 3. They move At his Command, and go and come 〈 ◊ 〉 his Pleasure.
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4. And they move at his Word with all Alacrity, ••ey are speedy and swift in doing the Will of God.
4. And they move At his Word with all Alacrity, ••ey Are speedy and swift in doing the Will of God.
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5. Moreover, they are sent forth to minister unto •hem that are the Heirs of Salvation. Observe, DOCT.
5. Moreover, they Are sent forth to minister unto •hem that Are the Heirs of Salvation. Observe, DOCT.
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That in and thro Jesus Christ, the holy Angels minister to Believers, while in this World. That in and through jesus christ, the holy Angels minister to Believers, while in this World.
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In speaking unto this Proposition, I shall take this method; viz. 1. I shall speak a little to the nature of Angels.
In speaking unto this Proposition, I shall take this method; viz. 1. I shall speak a little to the nature of Angels.
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2. Open their Work and Office.
2. Open their Work and Office.
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3. Give you some Reasons, why Christ imploys them to minister to the Saints. And 4ly, Apply it.
3. Give you Some Reasons, why christ employs them to minister to the Saints. And 4ly, Apply it.
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First, They are Creatures, they were created by God, and within the six Days also:First, They Are Creatures, they were created by God, and within the six Days also:
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By him were all things Created, whether in Heaven or Earth, visible or invisible, whether Thrones or Dominions; By him were all things Created, whither in Heaven or Earth, visible or invisible, whither Thrones or Dominions;
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or Principalities, or Powers, all things were created by him and for him. The Heavens, and all the Angels which dwell therein, were created by him;or Principalities, or Powers, all things were created by him and for him. The Heavens, and all the Angels which dwell therein, were created by him;
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i.e. by the Son of God, Jesus Christ; Let them praise the name of the Lord, for he commanded, and they were Created: i.e. by the Son of God, jesus christ; Let them praise the name of the Lord, for he commanded, and they were Created:
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And this was in the Beginning;
And this was in the Beginning;
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In the beginning God created the Heavens and the Earth, &c. If therefore they had been Created before, there should have been a beginning of time,In the beginning God created the Heavens and the Earth, etc. If Therefore they had been Created before, there should have been a beginning of time,
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& work done before that, or else Angels were from Eternity, and so not Creatures, but none is eternal, or without beginning but God.
& work done before that, or Else Angels were from Eternity, and so not Creatures, but none is Eternal, or without beginning but God.
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Besides, 'tis said, that God wrought all his Works in Six Dayes ;
Beside, it's said, that God wrought all his Works in Six Days;
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but if it be demanded, what day they were created, I answer in all likelyhood on the First-day, When the Morning Stars sang together, and all the Sons of God ••oued for Joy.
but if it be demanded, what day they were created, I answer in all likelihood on the First-day, When the Morning Stars sang together, and all the Sons of God ••oued for Joy.
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Even when God laid the foundation o• the Earth, when the highest Heavens and first ma•ter was created of Nothing, out of which other things were formed.
Even when God laid the Foundation o• the Earth, when the highest Heavens and First ma•ter was created of Nothing, out of which other things were formed.
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Secondly, These excellent Creatures are true Substances, and do really exist;Secondly, These excellent Creatures Are true Substances, and do really exist;
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contrary to the Opinion of the Sadduces, who denyed Angels and Spirits that is that they thought by the name of Angels wa• meant nothing but good or ill Inspirations,
contrary to the Opinion of the Sadducees, who denied Angels and Spirits that is that they Thought by the name of Angels wa• meant nothing but good or ill Inspirations,
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or Motions, or else the Wonders and Apparitions which were wrought of God.
or Motions, or Else the Wonders and Apparitions which were wrought of God.
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1. They were, I say, created, therefore they are Substances, and not Accidents in another Subject. 1. They were, I say, created, Therefore they Are Substances, and not Accidents in Another Subject.
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2. They are endow'd with Understanding, and Will, by v•rtue of which they were capable of Sinning, and of departing from the Truth, of obeying or disobeying of God,
2. They Are endowed with Understanding, and Will, by v•rtue of which they were capable of Sinning, and of departing from the Truth, of obeying or disobeying of God,
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until confirmed by an Immutable Head. 3. From their Office this is further evident:
until confirmed by an Immutable Head. 3. From their Office this is further evident:
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They appear before God, they serve him, and we are commanded to make them our Patterns;
They appear before God, they serve him, and we Are commanded to make them our Patterns;
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they come to us, admonish us, teach, protect, and comfort us. 4. Because th•y are said to appear to Men;
they come to us, admonish us, teach, Pact, and Comfort us. 4. Because th•y Are said to appear to Men;
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as to Abraham, Jacob, and many others, tho not in their own spiritual Form. As so considered, no mortal Creature, doubtless, could behold them;
as to Abraham, Jacob, and many Others, though not in their own spiritual Form As so considered, no Mortal Creature, doubtless, could behold them;
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for that is to render the Invisible World to be Visible:
for that is to render the Invisible World to be Visible:
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Sometimes they have appeared in assumption of Bodies, tho not for the doing of their Work,
Sometime they have appeared in Assump of Bodies, though not for the doing of their Work,
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but to manifest themselves to be familiar with men.
but to manifest themselves to be familiar with men.
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Aquinas adds, That they might manifest the intelligible Society and Converse, which men expect with them in another Life.Aquinas adds, That they might manifest the intelligible Society and Converse, which men expect with them in Another Life.
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5. Because Christ is said, not to take unto him the nature of Angels, and hath a Name given him above them.
5. Because christ is said, not to take unto him the nature of Angels, and hath a Name given him above them.
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And in the Resurrection we shall be like to them. As to their Nature, they are Spirits incorporate, and immaterial; Who maketh his Angels Spirits:
And in the Resurrection we shall be like to them. As to their Nature, they Are Spirits incorporate, and immaterial; Who makes his Angels Spirits:
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And again it is said, Are they not all ministring Spirits? Tertullian, and some other ancient Fathers, asserted they have proper Bodies, tho invisible to us;
And again it is said, are they not all ministering Spirits? Tertullian, and Some other ancient Father's, asserted they have proper Bodies, though invisible to us;
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but yet he seems to mean no more than a Substance: And as the same Author observes,
but yet he seems to mean no more than a Substance: And as the same Author observes,
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If they have any such Composition, as may be called a Body, it is certainly of the greatest Fineness and Subtilty;
If they have any such Composition, as may be called a Body, it is Certainly of the greatest Fineness and Subtlety;
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a spiritual Body, and therefore not like to be of that grosness, that either the Air is,
a spiritual Body, and Therefore not like to be of that grossness, that either the Air is,
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or those Heavens that are framed out of the same Chaos, but nearer the substance of the highest Heavens;
or those Heavens that Are framed out of the same Chaos, but nearer the substance of the highest Heavens;
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which seem to be made at the same time.
which seem to be made At the same time.
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Lastly, saith he, it will be safe to say, that in Comparison of God they are Bodies,
Lastly, Says he, it will be safe to say, that in Comparison of God they Are Bodies,
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but in comparison of us, they are pure and mighty Spirits — To which let me add, I see not that the Saints, at the Resurrection, (tho in some things they shall be as the Angels of God) yet not that their Bodies shall be such bodies as the Angels have;
but in comparison of us, they Are pure and mighty Spirits — To which let me add, I see not that the Saints, At the Resurrection, (though in Some things they shall be as the Angels of God) yet not that their Bodies shall be such bodies as the Angels have;
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for tho the Saints be made spiritual Bodies, yet shall be material, i.e. of the same matter they now consist of, only refin'd.
for though the Saints be made spiritual Bodies, yet shall be material, i.e. of the same matter they now consist of, only refined.
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Thirdly, Let it be consider'd, (saith he) that as it is God only that is without beginning,Thirdly, Let it be considered, (Says he) that as it is God only that is without beginning,
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so it belongs only to him to be without any possibility of change, or shadow of change;
so it belongs only to him to be without any possibility of change, or shadow of change;
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and that the Angels, as Creatures, are reducable to nothing by the same hand that made them,
and that the Angels, as Creatures, Are reduceabl to nothing by the same hand that made them,
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tho not from their own Nature; nor shall they ever cease to be, no more than the Spirits of all men,
though not from their own Nature; nor shall they ever cease to be, no more than the Spirits of all men,
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yet they are in God's hand, tho the best pieces of Nature, and if he withdraw his hand, they all moulder to nothing.
yet they Are in God's hand, though the best Pieces of Nature, and if he withdraw his hand, they all moulder to nothing.
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Angels ( saith my Author ) may properly be called Incorruptible and Immortal, because they are so by Nature.
Angels (Says my Author) may properly be called Incorruptible and Immortal, Because they Are so by Nature.
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I speak not, saith he, now of the changableness of their Wills, but of their Nature and Substance: The Reasons are;
I speak not, Says he, now of the changeableness of their Wills, but of their Nature and Substance: The Reasons Are;
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First, Because the Angels are not produced out of the power of Matter, or corporal Substance;First, Because the Angels Are not produced out of the power of Matter, or corporal Substance;
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as the Souls of Beasts, but only by the word of God; and therefore as they have internal principles of Being, so they have none of Dissolution;
as the Souls of Beasts, but only by the word of God; and Therefore as they have internal principles of Being, so they have none of Dissolution;
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for there is the same reason of Being, and not Being.
for there is the same reason of Being, and not Being.
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Secondly, Angelical Nature, as the Souls also of Men are not compounded of Matter and Form,Secondly, Angelical Nature, as the Souls also of Men Are not compounded of Matter and From,
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but are simple Forms and Substances, subsisting by themselves:
but Are simple Forms and Substances, subsisting by themselves:
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Now all Corruption, Mortality, and Death, is by the separation of the Form from the Matter;
Now all Corruption, Mortality, and Death, is by the separation of the From from the Matter;
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as when the Soul is separated from the Body, which is Corruption, or Death, or when the accidental Form is separated from the Subject,
as when the Soul is separated from the Body, which is Corruption, or Death, or when the accidental From is separated from the Subject,
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as White from the Wall, or Health from the Man: Now, whatever wants Matter is corruptible,
as White from the Wall, or Health from the Man: Now, whatever Wants Matter is corruptible,
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because there is no Composition, and so no Separation.
Because there is no Composition, and so no Separation.
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But the Scripture concludes this best in assimulating the state of Immortality, in which we shall be like the Angels.
But the Scripture concludes this best in assimulating the state of Immortality, in which we shall be like the Angels.
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I shall speak no more now as to the first thing proposed, viz. of the Nature of Angels.
I shall speak no more now as to the First thing proposed, viz. of the Nature of Angels.
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Secondly, I shall open a little of the Work and Office of the good Angels. 1. The Work and Office of the Angels of God, is to minister unto Christ,Secondly, I shall open a little of the Work and Office of the good Angels. 1. The Work and Office of the Angels of God, is to minister unto christ,
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or attend upon his glorious Person, as Mediator; as indeed they did in the days of his Humiliation.
or attend upon his glorious Person, as Mediator; as indeed they did in the days of his Humiliation.
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A Reverend Author saith upon the place, this ascending & descending of the Angels upon this Ladder, it does intimate and declare unto us, their special regard and respect to him, (namely Jesus Christ) which is very eminent in them; A Reverend Author Says upon the place, this ascending & descending of the Angels upon this Ladder, it does intimate and declare unto us, their special regard and respect to him, (namely jesus christ) which is very eminent in them;
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these blessed glorious Spirits are very remarkable in their Observation of Christ;
these blessed glorious Spirits Are very remarkable in their Observation of christ;
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it is that which we may take notice of in every Mistery and passage concerning him,
it is that which we may take notice of in every Mystery and passage Concerning him,
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how the Angels were still imployed about him, and subservient to him upon all occasions whatsoever.
how the Angels were still employed about him, and subservient to him upon all occasions whatsoever.
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Which is indeed very clear, from his very Conception to his Ascension: Nay, the Angels fore-tells to Mary his very Conception;
Which is indeed very clear, from his very Conception to his Ascension: Nay, the Angels foretells to Marry his very Conception;
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Behold thou shalt con•eive in thy Womb, &c. Also the Angel appeared to Joseph, and said, Joseph thou Son of David, fear not, to take unto thee Mary thy Wife, &c. Moreover,Behold thou shalt con•eive in thy Womb, etc. Also the Angel appeared to Joseph, and said, Joseph thou Son of David, Fear not, to take unto thee Marry thy Wife, etc. Moreover,
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an Angel appeared to him again, to fore-warn him of that Herod who sought the Life of Jesus, and so commanded him to take Mary, and the Child, and to fly into Egypt :
an Angel appeared to him again, to forewarn him of that Herod who sought the Life of jesus, and so commanded him to take Marry, and the Child, and to fly into Egypt:
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See how careful the Angels were of our Lord, that he might be preserved until his time was come to be offered up a Sacrifice for our Sins.
See how careful the Angels were of our Lord, that he might be preserved until his time was come to be offered up a Sacrifice for our Sins.
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The Angels appeared likewise to the Shep•erds, and published to them the birth of our Lord in a glorious Hymn of Praise;
The Angels appeared likewise to the Shep•erds, and published to them the birth of our Lord in a glorious Hymn of Praise;
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Glory unto God on high, on Earth Peace, good will to Men : Glory unto God on high, on Earth Peace, good will to Men:
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When God brought his only begotten Son into the World, all the Angels of God worshipped him? The Angels, When God brought his only begotten Son into the World, all the Angels of God worshipped him? The Angels,
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moreover, were instruments in his Preservation, when his Life was sought, and they also ministred to him in his bloody Agony, and comforted him.
moreover, were Instruments in his Preservation, when his Life was sought, and they also ministered to him in his bloody Agony, and comforted him.
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My Brethren, Jesus Christ was made like unto us in all things, sin only excepted, therefore might need like Succour, Safety, and Comfort from the Angels, as we do.
My Brothers, jesus christ was made like unto us in all things, sin only excepted, Therefore might need like Succour, Safety, and Comfort from the Angels, as we do.
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Also the An•els ministred to him in his Temptations in the Wilderness;
Also the An•els ministered to him in his Temptations in the Wilderness;
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and at his Resurrection they rol'• away the S•one from the Sepulchre, and brought the tidings of his being risen to the Women: and At his Resurrection they rol'• away the S•one from the Sepulchre, and brought the tidings of his being risen to the Women:
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Likewise in his Ascension, the Angels attended, and assured the Disciples of his second Coming; they also ascended with him, and shall also descend with him, at his second Appearance:
Likewise in his Ascension, the Angels attended, and assured the Disciples of his second Coming; they also ascended with him, and shall also descend with him, At his second Appearance:
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He shall be revealed from Heaven with all his mighty Angels. If he be pleased to descend in his Abasement, the Angels descend with him; He shall be revealed from Heaven with all his mighty Angels. If he be pleased to descend in his Abasement, the Angels descend with him;
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if he be pleased to ascend in his state of Exaltation, then the Angels ascend with him:
if he be pleased to ascend in his state of Exaltation, then the Angels ascend with him:
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And thus they may be said to ascend and descend upon the Son of Man, personally considered,
And thus they may be said to ascend and descend upon the Son of Man, personally considered,
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and this out of that great Affection and Love to him;
and this out of that great Affection and Love to him;
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but not only so, but also in point of Duty and special Obligation to him, he being their Lord and Sovereign;
but not only so, but also in point of Duty and special Obligation to him, he being their Lord and Sovereign;
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He is the head of Principalities, and Powers. As Christ is God, they owe to him their very being: He is the head of Principalities, and Powers. As christ is God, they owe to him their very being:
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For by him were all things Created, that are in Heaven, and that are on Earth, visible and invisible; For by him were all things Created, that Are in Heaven, and that Are on Earth, visible and invisible;
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whether they be Thrones, or Dominions, or Principalities or Powers, all things were created by him, and for him. whither they be Thrones, or Dominions, or Principalities or Powers, all things were created by him, and for him.
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And by him also the holy Angels are confirmed, and so abide in a happy and unchangable condition;
And by him also the holy Angels Are confirmed, and so abide in a happy and unchangeable condition;
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and hence the more Obliged to adore and worship him.
and hence the more Obliged to adore and worship him.
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2. And as the Office and Work of the holy Angels is, to minister, to serve, and wait upon Christ ; 2. And as the Office and Work of the holy Angels is, to minister, to serve, and wait upon christ;
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so also upon his Spouse, and on every Member of his mystical Body. True, they are called Powers, Mights, Thrones, Dominions, &c. which shews their Glory, Dignity, and excellent Power, and Authority.
so also upon his Spouse, and on every Member of his mystical Body. True, they Are called Powers, Mights, Thrones, Dominions, etc. which shows their Glory, Dignity, and excellent Power, and authority.
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Some think that there are divers Orders of Angels, and some superiour to others; be•ause we read of Angels and Arch-Angels:
some think that there Are diverse Order of Angels, and Some superior to Others; be•ause we read of Angels and Arch-Angels:
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there are seven Names given to them, viz. Sera••ims, Che•u•••s, Thrones, Powers, Mights, Domi••ons, Princ•p•l•ties, Angels and Arch-Angels: Some add more. But no more of this;
there Are seven Names given to them, viz. Sera••ims, Che•u•••s, Thrones, Powers, Mights, Domi••ons, Princ•p•l•ties, Angels and Arch-Angels: some add more. But no more of this;
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we know but little of the invi•i••e World:
we know but little of the invi•i••e World:
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But let their Dignity and Glory be what it will, as to their Office, they are all mi••string Spirits;
But let their Dignity and Glory be what it will, as to their Office, they Are all mi••string Spirits;
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none of them, no, not the mighty A•gel•, who excel in strength, do think it too much,
none of them, no, not the mighty A•gel•, who excel in strength, do think it too much,
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or below them, for to attend upon the meane•• Saint:
or below them, for to attend upon the meane•• Saint:
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Are t•ey not all 〈 ◊ 〉 Spirits, sent forth to minist•r unto them th•t s•all be heirs of s•lvation? Which words [ 〈 ◊ 〉 be ] denote that they are sent forth to protect, preserve, are t•ey not all 〈 ◊ 〉 Spirits, sent forth to minist•r unto them th•t s•all be Heirs of s•lvation? Which words [ 〈 ◊ 〉 be ] denote that they Are sent forth to Pact, preserve,
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and keep such that are not yet ••eirs;
and keep such that Are not yet ••eirs;
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or to the Elect not yet called and converted, but shall be Children begotten, and adopted of God in due time, and so be Heirs of Salvation:
or to the Elect not yet called and converted, but shall be Children begotten, and adopted of God in due time, and so be Heirs of Salvation:
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Which shews God's great Love to, and Care of his Elect before Grace, or whilst in their Sins and Unbelief.
Which shows God's great Love to, and Care of his Elect before Grace, or while in their Sins and Unbelief.
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3. They all wait upon God, and behold his Face and Glory; they are round about his Thr•ne;
3. They all wait upon God, and behold his Face and Glory; they Are round about his Thr•ne;
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they all worship, and fall down before their blessed Lord, and attend on him as Servants of their most glorious and blessed Master, their most high and exalted Sovereign:
they all worship, and fallen down before their blessed Lord, and attend on him as Servants of their most glorious and blessed Master, their most high and exalted Sovereign:
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I saw also the Lord sitting upon a 〈 ◊ 〉, Isa. 6.1, 2, 3. high, I saw also the Lord sitting upon a 〈 ◊ 〉, Isaiah 6.1, 2, 3. high,
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and lifted up, and his Train fi•••d the Templ•, verse 1. And above it stood the S•ra•hims:
and lifted up, and his Train fi•••d the Templ•, verse 1. And above it stood the S•ra•hims:
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and one cried to another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of Host•, &c. Called Scrap•ims, signifying fire, or burning: (1.) Denoting their Nature is bright and glorious, subtil and pure. (2.) Their Property;and one cried to Another, and said, Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of Host•, etc. Called Scrap•ims, signifying fire, or burning: (1.) Denoting their Nature is bright and glorious, subtle and pure. (2.) Their Property;
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full of zeal, and fervent. (3.) Their Once, which here was to execute God's vengeance upon the Jews,
full of zeal, and fervent. (3.) Their Once, which Here was to execute God's vengeance upon the jews,
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and to burn them up, and consume th•m as dross.
and to burn them up, and consume th•m as dross.
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Some assert, that the highest Angels do not minister to the Saints, but only, and immediately wait upon God himself,
some assert, that the highest Angels do not minister to the Saints, but only, and immediately wait upon God himself,
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and on our Lord Jesus Christ.
and on our Lord jesus christ.
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But this cannot be true, because the Angel Gabriel, who stands before the Presence of God, was sent to Daniel, and to Zacharias, and to Blessed Mary.
But this cannot be true, Because the Angel Gabriel, who Stands before the Presence of God, was sent to daniel, and to Zacharias, and to Blessed Marry.
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4. They declare the Glory of Almighty God, and also ascribe equal Glory to all the Three Persons:
4. They declare the Glory of Almighty God, and also ascribe equal Glory to all the Three Persons:
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which, as I conceive, is hinted in that Text, 〈 ◊ 〉. 6.1. Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of Hosts:
which, as I conceive, is hinted in that Text, 〈 ◊ 〉. 6.1. Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of Hosts:
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•oly is the Father, Holy is the Son, and Holy is the H•ly Spirit;
•oly is the Father, Holy is the Son, and Holy is the H•ly Spirit;
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and yet, as Moses saith, Hear, O 〈 ◊ 〉, the Lord our God is but one Lord, i. e.
and yet, as Moses Says, Hear, O 〈 ◊ 〉, the Lord our God is but one Lord, i. e.
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one in Esse••e, &c. yet Three Persons.one in Esse••e, etc. yet Three Persons.
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5. They hearken to God's Commands, and do his Will with all imaginable chearfulness, love, delight, al•crity, and swiftness:
5. They harken to God's Commands, and do his Will with all imaginable cheerfulness, love, delight, al•crity, and swiftness:
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Hence said to have the face of an Eagle, the swiftest of Fowls; and also to have Wings.
Hence said to have the face of an Eagl, the swiftest of Fowls; and also to have Wings.
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Tertullian saith every Spirit is winged; they can fly in a moment into any part of the World, and that swiftly. Tertullian Says every Spirit is winged; they can fly in a moment into any part of the World, and that swiftly.
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And yet Mr. Greenhill saith, as Astronomers observe, That from the Center of the Earth (which is Three thousand to the Surface) up to the Sun, is above Four Millions of Miles;
And yet Mr. Greenhill Says, as Astronomers observe, That from the Centre of the Earth (which is Three thousand to the Surface) up to the Sun, is above Four Millions of Miles;
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to the Firmament, where the sixed Stars are, above Fourscore Millions of Miles;
to the Firmament, where the sixed Stars Are, above Fourscore Millions of Miles;
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and from thence to the place of the blessed Saints and Angels, are more Millions than from the Earth to the Firmament;
and from thence to the place of the blessed Saints and Angels, Are more Millions than from the Earth to the Firmament;
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so that, according to their Account, it must be many Millions of Miles from Heaven to Earth.
so that, according to their Account, it must be many Millions of Miles from Heaven to Earth.
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O then, what was the height or length of this Ladder in my Text! the Foot stood upon the Earth, and the To• re••hed to Heaven!
O then, what was the height or length of this Ladder in my Text! the Foot stood upon the Earth, and the To• re••hed to Heaven!
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And O what is the swiftness of an Angel that can come from Heaven to the Earth in a moment.
And O what is the swiftness of an Angel that can come from Heaven to the Earth in a moment.
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Reverend Green•ill notes, That a •ullet •ut of a Musket flies swiftly;
Reverend Green•ill notes, That a •ullet •ut of a Musket flies swiftly;
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i. e. it h•ts the L•rd or Mark before the Report is heard, and will fly 180 Miles in one hour, according to its motion:i. e. it h•ts the L•rd or Mark before the Report is herd, and will fly 180 Miles in one hour, according to its motion:
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The Sun moves swifter, 160000 Miles in one hour: The fixed Stars about the Equinoctial 42 Millions each hour;
The Sun moves swifter, 160000 Miles in one hour: The fixed Stars about the Equinoctial 42 Millions each hour;
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and yet, saith he, the Motion of an Angel is swifter, being a Spirit, and passing through the Air without opposition:
and yet, Says he, the Motion of an Angel is swifter, being a Spirit, and passing through the Air without opposition:
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No Creature in Heaven and Earth moves faster than an Angel. Thus Greenhill. No Creature in Heaven and Earth moves faster than an Angel. Thus Greenhill.
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6. Angels are endowed with much Wisdom and Knowledg, as the Woman of Tekoah intimated to David, touching his great Wisdom:
6. Angels Are endowed with much Wisdom and Knowledge, as the Woman of Tekoah intimated to David, touching his great Wisdom:
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For as an Angel of God, so is my Lord the King. For as an Angel of God, so is my Lord the King.
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My Lord is wise, according to the Wisdom of an Angel of God, To know all things that are in the Earth.
My Lord is wise, according to the Wisdom of an Angel of God, To know all things that Are in the Earth.
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They have, no doubt, great understanding. Hence said to have the face of a Man. The face of a Man,
They have, no doubt, great understanding. Hence said to have the face of a Man. The face of a Man,
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(1.) Signifieth, according to Greenhill, and divers others, that the Administration of the Angels is with Knowledg and Equity:
(1.) Signifies, according to Greenhill, and diverse Others, that the Administration of the Angels is with Knowledge and Equity:
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The face of a Man (saith he) is put to shew the Excellency of Reason, which must have the introduction into, and the management of all Actions, else they are not Humane, nor Angelical.
The face of a Man (Says he) is put to show the Excellency of Reason, which must have the introduction into, and the management of all Actions, Else they Are not Humane, nor Angelical.
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(2.) By the face of a Man, is noted their Humanity, and Love to Mankind:
(2.) By the face of a Man, is noted their Humanity, and Love to Mankind:
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Angels are of a loving Nature, and most careful of Men, especially of Believers, or such that are actually espoused to their great Master, Jesus Christ.
Angels Are of a loving Nature, and most careful of Men, especially of Believers, or such that Are actually espoused to their great Master, jesus christ.
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7. Angels are very strong and couragious;
7. Angels Are very strong and courageous;
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and hence said every one to have the face of a L•on, a Creature of great courage and strength:
and hence said every one to have the face of a L•on, a Creature of great courage and strength:
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What is stronger than a Lion? 8. They are also very faithful, and unwearied in their work, and mighty patient Creatures: What is Stronger than a lion? 8. They Are also very faithful, and unwearied in their work, and mighty patient Creatures:
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hence said to have the face of an Ox• ; a patient, faithful (and an unwearied) Servant to their Master.
hence said to have the face of an Ox•; a patient, faithful (and an unwearied) Servant to their Master.
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9. And tho Angels are Creatures of great Glory and Dignity, yet are very humble; never thinking any thing to be too mean or t•o low for them to do, when commanded to do it;
9. And though Angels Are Creatures of great Glory and Dignity, yet Are very humble; never thinking any thing to be too mean or t•o low for them to do, when commanded to do it;
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no, tho it be to wait upon a poor Beggar, as Lazarus, whil• he lived, and to carry his Soul to Heaven when he died.
no, though it be to wait upon a poor Beggar, as Lazarus, whil• he lived, and to carry his Soul to Heaven when he died.
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10. And they always wait for their Commission, will not do any thing without God's Command:
10. And they always wait for their Commission, will not do any thing without God's Command:
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hence said to wait f•r his Word.
hence said to wait f•r his Word.
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These are they whom the Lord hath sent to walk to and fro through the Earth: These Are they whom the Lord hath sent to walk to and from through the Earth:
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Therefore are they set before us as our pattern, that the Will of God may be done on Earth by us, Therefore Are they Set before us as our pattern, that the Will of God may be done on Earth by us,
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as it is done in heaven by them. Quest. 〈 ◊ 〉 service are the holy Angels imployed in 〈 … 〉 Almig••y?
as it is done in heaven by them. Quest. 〈 ◊ 〉 service Are the holy Angels employed in 〈 … 〉 Almig••y?
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1. God useth them in the Government of the World, as it may be seen in Ezek. 1.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, &c. The Jews thought that the Angels only governed Jerusalem ; 1. God uses them in the Government of the World, as it may be seen in Ezekiel 1.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, etc. The jews Thought that the Angels only governed Jerusalem;
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and that neither God nor his Angels did appear •r rule any-where else:
and that neither God nor his Angels did appear •r Rule anywhere Else:
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But to take away this conceit, God appears to Ezekiel in Babyl••, to convince him that he and his Angels do govern there,
But to take away this conceit, God appears to Ezekielem in Babyl••, to convince him that he and his Angels do govern there,
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and man quarters of the World, as well as in Sio•. And that tho God rules the World, is granted;
and man quarters of the World, as well as in Sio•. And that though God rules the World, is granted;
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yet the Angels under him are imployed in this Work, is evident. I argue thus:
yet the Angels under him Are employed in this Work, is evident. I argue thus:
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It is plain that God gives or admits the Evil Angels to rule as a Prince;
It is plain that God gives or admits the Evil Angels to Rule as a Prince;
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the Devil is called the Prince of the Power of the A••, that now wor•eth in the hearts of the Child••• of disobedience:
the devil is called the Prince of the Power of the A••, that now wor•eth in the hearts of the Child••• of disobedience:
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The Devil (saith Reve•••d Greenhill ) hath great power in the Air to •aise Winds, to cause Storms, Thunder and Lightning.
The devil (Says Reve•••d Greenhill) hath great power in the Air to •aise Winds, to cause Storms, Thunder and Lightning.
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Now if the Evil Angels be as Gods and Princes in this World, have Power in the Air, and Hearts of wicked Men;
Now if the Evil Angels be as God's and Princes in this World, have Power in the Air, and Hearts of wicked Men;
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then it must needs follow, that the Good Angels are as Gods and Princes, and have as much power in the World, and Hearts of good Men;
then it must needs follow, that the Good Angels Are as God's and Princes, and have as much power in the World, and Hearts of good Men;
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otherwise the Devils should gain by their fall more than ever they had by their standing.
otherwise the Devils should gain by their fallen more than ever they had by their standing.
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And it is not credible that wicked and damned Spirits should have more honourable Titles, and larger Power, than the good are imployed in.
And it is not credible that wicked and damned Spirits should have more honourable Titles, and larger Power, than the good Are employed in.
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2. More particularly they are imployed to inform us of God's Will, nay, and God of our Ways;
2. More particularly they Are employed to inform us of God's Will, nay, and God of our Ways;
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tho, it is true, he knows all things, and need not that they tell him, no more than he doth need that we acquaint him with our evil hearts, and many wants;
though, it is true, he knows all things, and need not that they tell him, no more than he does need that we acquaint him with our evil hearts, and many Wants;
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yet he will hear how Matters are from them, and from us also. They acquaint us with the Mind and Will of God:
yet he will hear how Matters Are from them, and from us also. They acquaint us with the Mind and Will of God:
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Angels told Abraham and Lot what God would do with Sodom ; and Angels told Eli•ah what to say to the Messengers of the King of Samaria ; Angels told Abraham and Lot what God would do with Sodom; and Angels told Eli•ah what to say to the Messengers of the King of Samaria;
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also an Angel told the Apostles, that Christ should return in the same manner as they saw him go up to Heaven,
also an Angel told the Apostles, that christ should return in the same manner as they saw him go up to Heaven,
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and sent an Angel to testify those things in the Churches.
and sent an Angel to testify those things in the Churches.
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Also an Angel told Daniel what things should come to pass in the World, even to the end thereof;
Also an Angel told daniel what things should come to pass in the World, even to the end thereof;
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and also gave him Wisdom, Skill and Understanding. and also gave him Wisdom, Skill and Understanding.
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And an Angel informed Joseph of the Mind of God touching Mary. Moreover, the Angels go up the Ladder, as well as down ;
And an Angel informed Joseph of the Mind of God touching Marry. Moreover, the Angels go up the Ladder, as well as down;
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in and by Christ they ascend to God, as well as descend to Men: they beheld all the Earth sat still, and was at rest:
in and by christ they ascend to God, as well as descend to Men: they beheld all the Earth sat still, and was At rest:
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Thus God for his honour, not of necessity, imployeth Angels. 3. They are imployed to withstand and oppose the Enemies of Christ and his Church:
Thus God for his honour, not of necessity, employeth Angels. 3. They Are employed to withstand and oppose the Enemies of christ and his Church:
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And hence it appears they meddle with Kings and Kingdoms, and in the great Affairs thereof; And hence it appears they meddle with Kings and Kingdoms, and in the great Affairs thereof;
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and as their Power is great, so they sometimes exercise it in the destruction of wicked Men:
and as their Power is great, so they sometime exercise it in the destruction of wicked Men:
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Knowest thou whether I come unto thee? and now will I return and fight with the King of Persia. Knowest thou whither I come unto thee? and now will I return and fight with the King of Persiam.
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And this Angel Gabriel opposed (as my Author notes) the cruel Edict of Cambyses King of Persia, who laboured to keep the Jews in Captivity longer,
And this Angel Gabriel opposed (as my Author notes) the cruel Edict of Cambyses King of Persiam, who laboured to keep the jews in Captivity longer,
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and to oppress them sorer than others had done.
and to oppress them Sorer than Others had done.
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Moreover it is said, that Michael and his Angels fought against the Dragon and his Angels. Moreover it is said, that Michael and his Angels fought against the Dragon and his Angels.
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4. To execute Judgment upon the Wicked: they destroyed Sodom ; and the First-born of Egypt is said to be done by a destroying Angel;
4. To execute Judgement upon the Wicked: they destroyed Sodom; and the Firstborn of Egypt is said to be done by a destroying Angel;
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the destroying Angel smote the People with the Pestilence in David 's time: Also an Angel smote of the Assyrians in one night 185000; it was an An•el that smote Herod, so that he was eaten of Worms. the destroying Angel smote the People with the Pestilence in David is time: Also an Angel smote of the Assyrians in one night 185000; it was an An•el that smote Herod, so that he was eaten of Worms.
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5. The Angels are imployed to defend the godly Brethren; the Ladder goes through Satan's Territories;
5. The Angels Are employed to defend the godly Brothers; the Ladder Goes through Satan's Territories;
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and tho they can't come upon it, yet they strive to throw us down, if possible:
and though they can't come upon it, yet they strive to throw us down, if possible:
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but know, the Good Angels have as great power to defend us, as the Evil Angels have to annoy us:
but know, the Good Angels have as great power to defend us, as the Evil Angels have to annoy us:
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The Angels are our guard to deliver us, to aid and assist us when assaulted by the Powers of Darkness,
The Angels Are our guard to deliver us, to aid and assist us when assaulted by the Powers of Darkness,
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and from the hurt and mischief which those Millions of wicked Spirits that swarm about us would do us:
and from the hurt and mischief which those Millions of wicked Spirits that swarm about us would do us:
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The Angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that fear him ; they are God's Hosts, as Jacob calls them, and a mighty Host they are; The Angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that Fear him; they Are God's Hosts, as Jacob calls them, and a mighty Host they Are;
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the King of A••••• sent a great Host with Chariots and Horsemen, and t•ey came by night and encompassed the City about:
the King of A••••• sent a great Host with Chariots and Horsemen, and t•ey Come by night and encompassed the city about:
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And now Elisha •s Servant cries out, Alas, my Master 〈 … 〉 shall we do? 2 Kings 6.15. And he answered,2 Kin• 〈 … 〉 15. Fear not:
And now Elisha •s Servant cries out, Alas, my Master 〈 … 〉 shall we do? 2 Kings 6.15. And he answered,2 Kin• 〈 … 〉 15. fear not:
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for they that are with us, are more than 〈 ◊ 〉 that be a•ainst us, verse 1•. And El•s•a prayed, and said, Lord, I pray thee, open his eyes, that 〈 … 〉.
for they that Are with us, Are more than 〈 ◊ 〉 that be a•ainst us, verse 1•. And El•s•a prayed, and said, Lord, I pray thee, open his eyes, that 〈 … 〉.
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And the Lord opened the eyes 〈 ◊ 〉 the young man, and he saw:
And the Lord opened the eyes 〈 ◊ 〉 the young man, and he saw:
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and behold, the Mount••n was 〈 … 〉 and Chario• of pre round 〈 … 〉. and behold, the Mount••n was 〈 … 〉 and Chario• of pre round 〈 … 〉.
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6. They, no doubt, suggest good thoughts into the minds of God's People:
6. They, no doubt, suggest good thoughts into the minds of God's People:
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Can any think that the evil Angels have more power to suggest evil thoughts into our minds,
Can any think that the evil Angels have more power to suggest evil thoughts into our minds,
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than the good Angel• ha•e to suggest good thoughts? We have not only the holy Spirit of God to do this, but the good Ang•l• also.
than the good Angel• ha•e to suggest good thoughts? We have not only the holy Spirit of God to do this, but the good Ang•l• also.
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7. They are imploy'd to guide and lead us along on this Ladder, that so we may not fa••:
7. They Are employed to guide and led us along on this Ladder, that so we may not fa••:
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He will send his Angel before thee, and 〈 … 〉 hold (saith God) my Angel sh•• 〈 … 〉. He will send his Angel before thee, and 〈 … 〉 hold (Says God) my Angel sh•• 〈 … 〉.
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Angel was to lead him all the way 〈 … 〉 they lead us all the way to ••aven, even 〈 ◊ 〉 we step the last step of the Ladder.
Angel was to led him all the Way 〈 … 〉 they led us all the Way to ••aven, even 〈 ◊ 〉 we step the last step of the Ladder.
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8. God, in governing the World, and his People in it, makes use of Angels;
8. God, in governing the World, and his People in it, makes use of Angels;
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they lead s•metimes a poor Soul, perhaps, into a godly Family, or 〈 ◊ 〉 the Company of a gracious Person;
they led s•metimes a poor Soul, perhaps, into a godly Family, or 〈 ◊ 〉 the Company of a gracious Person;
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and so he, by that means, is converted, and his Feet set up•n the Ladder, or brought to believe on Jesus Christ;
and so he, by that means, is converted, and his Feet Set up•n the Ladder, or brought to believe on jesus christ;
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or Persons are by their Ministration perhaps brought into a Meeting or an Assembly of God's People unexpectedly, which proves their Conversion:
or Persons Are by their Ministration perhaps brought into a Meeting or an Assembly of God's People unexpectedly, which Proves their Conversion:
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Or may be an Angel may smite a notorious Sin•• with Sickness, at God's Command, to awaken others with sudden Death.
Or may be an Angel may smite a notorious Sin•• with Sickness, At God's Command, to awaken Others with sudden Death.
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9. They are to keep the Godly in all their ways, or rather in God's ways, to keep our feet on the Ladder lest they Lip;
9. They Are to keep the Godly in all their ways, or rather in God's ways, to keep our feet on the Ladder lest they Lip;
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For he shall give his Angels tha• •e over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways, they shall bear thee up in their hands, or sustain thee and uphold thee in all thy goings; For he shall give his Angels tha• •e over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways, they shall bear thee up in their hands, or sustain thee and uphold thee in all thy goings;
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as we do a Child or weak person, especially in times of danger, as a Nurse bears the Child in her Arms. But take heed of going out of God's way,
as we do a Child or weak person, especially in times of danger, as a Nurse bears the Child in her Arms. But take heed of going out of God's Way,
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lest you fall, and the evil Angels have power over you, as he had over a godly Man's daughter, who going to a Play-house, was possessed by the Devil,
lest you fallen, and the evil Angels have power over you, as he had over a godly Man's daughter, who going to a Playhouse, was possessed by the devil,
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and a godly Minister pleading with God, said, Lord, why didst thou suff•r Satan to possess such a man's Chil•? The Devil presently said in her (as I remember the passage) What did ••e then upon my ground? The good Angels, Brethren, have a charge only of us while in his way;
and a godly Minister pleading with God, said, Lord, why didst thou suff•r Satan to possess such a Man's Chil•? The devil presently said in her (as I Remember the passage) What did ••e then upon my ground? The good Angels, Brothers, have a charge only of us while in his Way;
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a Saint may step out of it, tho not out of Christ, yet out of his ways O take heed of that.
a Saint may step out of it, though not out of christ, yet out of his ways Oh take heed of that.
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10. Angels are imployed to comfort God's People: Fear not, Mary: thou h•st sound favour with God. Angels know us by name:
10. Angels Are employed to Comfort God's People: fear not, Marry: thou h•st found favour with God. Angels know us by name:
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An Angel appeared to Da•iel, and said, O Daniel, a Man greatly beloved, understand the words I speak unto thee.
an Angel appeared to Da•iel, and said, Oh daniel, a Man greatly Beloved, understand the words I speak unto thee.
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Angels know who are most beloved of Jesus Christ:
Angels know who Are most Beloved of jesus christ:
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An Angel appeared to Cornel•us, and said, Thy Prayers and thy Alms are come up as a Memorial before God.
an Angel appeared to Cornel•us, and said, Thy Prayers and thy Alms Are come up as a Memorial before God.
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11. They also (as Mr. Greenhill observes) are to look to the Souls of Believers, that they fall not into the hands of Devils at death, (for they all go to Heaven through his Territories the Air: 11. They also (as Mr. Greenhill observes) Are to look to the Souls of Believers, that they fallen not into the hands of Devils At death, (for they all go to Heaven through his Territories the Air:
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For, saith he, if the Devil durst contend with Michael for the Body of Mo•e•, much more f•r the Souls of the Saints.
For, Says he, if the devil durst contend with Michael for the Body of Mo•e•, much more f•r the Souls of the Saints.
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Lazar•• 's Soul was carried by the Angels into Abraham 's •o•om; before Men carried the Body to the Grave, the Angels carried his Soul to Glory.Lazar•• is Soul was carried by the Angels into Abraham is •o•om; before Men carried the Body to the Grave, the Angels carried his Soul to Glory.
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Moreover, they are the Reaper• of the Harvest of the World, and shall gather t•gether all the Elect ▪ at the last day;
Moreover, they Are the Reaper• of the Harvest of the World, and shall gather t•gether all the Elect ▪ At the last day;
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they must blow the terrible Trumpet to raise the Dead at the last day. 12. The Angels have work in the Church;
they must blow the terrible Trumpet to raise the Dead At the last day. 12. The Angels have work in the Church;
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they attend the Assemblies of the Saints:
they attend the Assemblies of the Saints:
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For th•s cause ought the Woman to have powe• o• her Head, because of the Angels ; For th•s cause ought the Woman to have powe• o• her Head, Because of the Angels;
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or to have her Head, viz. her Fa•e covered: the thing signified is here put for the sign; or to have her Head, viz. her Fa•e covered: the thing signified is Here put for the Signen;
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she is under the power of her Husband, signified by covering her Head. Quest. But why must she be covered, because of the Angels? Ans.
she is under the power of her Husband, signified by covering her Head. Quest. But why must she be covered, Because of the Angels? Ans.
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There are divers Opinions about this.
There Are diverse Opinions about this.
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1. Some think the Apostle means the evil Angels, who watch to take advantage to tempt Men by the sight of some beautiful Object:
1. some think the Apostle means the evil Angels, who watch to take advantage to tempt Men by the sighed of Some beautiful Object:
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But certainly, as our A••o••ors observe, the Apostle would not have spoken of D•vils under this n•tion ▪
But Certainly, as our A••o••ors observe, the Apostle would not have spoken of D•vils under this n•tion ▪
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2. Others think he means the Ministers or O•••cers of the Church, who are called Angels: •ut,
2. Others think he means the Ministers or O•••cers of the Church, who Are called Angels: •ut,
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as Calvin observes, the word Angel is never appropriated to Ministers without some addition, as to the Angel of the Church of Ep••st••, &c. 3. Most understand by An•els here, the good Angels;
as calvin observes, the word Angel is never appropriated to Ministers without Some addition, as to the Angel of the Church of Ep••st••, etc. 3. Most understand by An•els Here, the good Angels;
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they have a charge of our Churches, as Peter Martyr observes, as well as they had of the Jews:
they have a charge of our Churches, as Peter Martyr observes, as well as they had of the jews:
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Michael the Prince stood up for the Children of thy People. Michael the Prince stood up for the Children of thy People.
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The Angels take good notice of every person's behaviour in our Assemblies, how they demean themselves with piety, modesty, and sobriety:
The Angels take good notice of every person's behaviour in our Assemblies, how they demean themselves with piety, modesty, and sobriety:
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If any let their Eyes wander or rove ab•ut, they observe them.
If any let their Eyes wander or rove ab•ut, they observe them.
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Hence 'tis thought the Women should cover their Faces, especially in Prayer, because of the Observation the Angels make of them and others,
Hence it's Thought the Women should cover their Faces, especially in Prayer, Because of the Observation the Angels make of them and Others,
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whilst in God's holy Worship in his Church:
while in God's holy Worship in his Church:
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Brethren, like a• the Devils attend our Churches, to hinder us in our profiting under the Word;
Brothers, like a• the Devils attend our Churches, to hinder us in our profiting under the Word;
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so the good Angels are there also to resist them, and to further our profiting.
so the good Angels Are there also to resist them, and to further our profiting.
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Satan (as one observes) is first and last at the meetings of God's People,
Satan (as one observes) is First and last At the meetings of God's People,
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and he hath many ways to obstruct the Souls of Men from hearing with attention;
and he hath many ways to obstruct the Souls of Men from hearing with attention;
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may be lu••s them asleep, or fills their minds with prejudice against the Preacher, or against the Word he preaches,
may be lu••s them asleep, or fills their minds with prejudice against the Preacher, or against the Word he Preaches,
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or to confuse their thoughts, causing them to think of their worldly Business, perhaps of their Debts, what they owe,
or to confuse their thoughts, causing them to think of their worldly Business, perhaps of their Debts, what they owe,
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or what is owing to them; or of Injuries sustained, and how to seek revenge;
or what is owing to them; or of Injuries sustained, and how to seek revenge;
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or else cause them to fix their Eyes upon one beautiful Object or another, thereby to divert them from what they should mind:
or Else cause them to fix their Eyes upon one beautiful Object or Another, thereby to divert them from what they should mind:
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But we may conclude the good Angels have as many ways to help us, as the evil have to hinder us.
But we may conclude the good Angels have as many ways to help us, as the evil have to hinder us.
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Observe my Text, An•els are upon the Ladder, or in our way to Heaven.
Observe my Text, An•els Are upon the Ladder, or in our Way to Heaven.
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Now Prayer and Hearing the Word, &c. are our way to Heaven, i. e. means of Grace to fit us for it. Quest.
Now Prayer and Hearing the Word, etc. Are our Way to Heaven, i. e. means of Grace to fit us for it. Quest.
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Hath every Saint a particular Angel to attend him? Ans. I Answer: This is asserted by some worthy Writers, and by others denied. Hath every Saint a particular Angel to attend him? Ans. I Answer: This is asserted by Some worthy Writers, and by Others denied.
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My Lord Lawrence, a very pious and learned Man, saith, That the Doctrine of the Angel-Guardians hath been exceeding antient, and not among Christians only.
My Lord Lawrence, a very pious and learned Man, Says, That the Doctrine of the Angel-Guardians hath been exceeding ancient, and not among Christians only.
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That a multitude of Angels do guard the Saints, is deny'd by none;
That a multitude of Angels do guard the Saints, is denied by none;
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but whether every Elect person hath a particular Angel deputed for him, or whether all indifferently do attend upon all the Saints.
but whither every Elect person hath a particular Angel deputed for him, or whither all indifferently do attend upon all the Saints.
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In his Judgment, probably, every Elect person hath his particular Angel; For in Heaven their Angels do always behold the face of my Father.
In his Judgement, probably, every Elect person hath his particular Angel; For in Heaven their Angels do always behold the face of my Father.
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Some also think the Angel-Guardian begins his Charge when the Child is born, others not until his Baptism; some also think the Angel-guardian begins his Charge when the Child is born, Others not until his Baptism;
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my Author rather thinks as soon as the Soul is infused.
my Author rather thinks as soon as the Soul is infused.
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But I find Reverend Green••ll does question this, and thinks it is a mistake, that every Elect person hath a particular Angel, &c. and answers that Text about Peter 's Angel.
But I find Reverend Green••ll does question this, and thinks it is a mistake, that every Elect person hath a particular Angel, etc. and answers that Text about Peter is Angel.
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I see no advantage this could be to us to have but one Angel particularly to take the Charge of us more than a multitude: (1.) Because of their faithfulness generally. (2.) Because it is far greater honour to a Prince to have mighty Hosts of honourable Persons to be his Retinue, than one noble Person only.
I see no advantage this could be to us to have but one Angel particularly to take the Charge of us more than a multitude: (1.) Because of their faithfulness generally. (2.) Because it is Far greater honour to a Prince to have mighty Hosts of honourable Persons to be his Retinue, than one noble Person only.
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I shall therefore say no more to this, but proceed to the next general Head. Thirdly, Why doth Christ imploy the holy Angels to minister to his Saints?
I shall Therefore say no more to this, but proceed to the next general Head. Thirdly, Why does christ employ the holy Angels to minister to his Saints?
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1. Because of that great love Jesus Christ hath to his Saints, seeing they have such a multitude of evil Angels to annoy them;
1. Because of that great love jesus christ hath to his Saints, seeing they have such a multitude of evil Angels to annoy them;
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therefore he sends them Hosts of good Angels to defend them. 2. To greaten his own Glory;
Therefore he sends them Hosts of good Angels to defend them. 2. To greaten his own Glory;
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the greater and more glorious the Retinue of a Prince is, which he sends as a guard to his Favourites, the more it sets forth his own Greatness and Grandure;
the greater and more glorious the Retinue of a Prince is, which he sends as a guard to his Favourites, the more it sets forth his own Greatness and Grandeur;
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1684
and since one Angel hath such mighty power, and is so glorious, that the Earth is said to be enlightned with it; (I know that is not a proper Angel,
and since one Angel hath such mighty power, and is so glorious, that the Earth is said to be enlightened with it; (I know that is not a proper Angel,
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1685
yet it shews the glory of an Angel is very great) What is the glory then of an innumerable Host of them? and yet they are all but Christ's Servants,
yet it shows the glory of an Angel is very great) What is the glory then of an innumerable Host of them? and yet they Are all but Christ's Servants,
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1686
and poor Nothings in comparison of him.
and poor Nothings in comparison of him.
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1687
3. My Author saith, God doth it to preserve that Eutaxy, that good Order which he hath put into things:
3. My Author Says, God does it to preserve that Eutaxy, that good Order which he hath put into things:
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1688
As thicker Bodies and more inferiour are managed by more subtle and powerful; so the bodies of Beasts by a spirit of life, and irrational Spirits by rational.
As thicker Bodies and more inferior Are managed by more subtle and powerful; so the bodies of Beasts by a Spirit of life, and irrational Spirits by rational.
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Page 107
1689
As Men govern Beasts, so by the same reason of proportion the Angels, which are invisible Spirits,
As Men govern Beasts, so by the same reason of proportion the Angels, which Are invisible Spirits,
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1690
and are all Spirits, have an influence upon Men, which are partly Spirits, and partly Bodies.
and Are all Spirits, have an influence upon Men, which Are partly Spirits, and partly Bodies.
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1691
4. It may be to shew what Honour he is pleased to confer upon his Saints, he will spare them his own Courtiers out of Heaven;
4. It may be to show what Honour he is pleased to confer upon his Saints, he will spare them his own Courtiers out of Heaven;
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Page 107
1692
they shall ride in his own Chariots. This he may do to honour his People, to raise their Glory.
they shall ride in his own Chariots. This he may do to honour his People, to raise their Glory.
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Page 107
1693
Sirs, could the ungodly but see what an Host of Angels does attend upon the poorest Saint as he passes along, they would say, Who is this? what noble and honourable Person is this that has such a Guard, such a Retinue? The greatest Monarch in the World hath no such Attendance as the poorest and meanest Saint hath.
Sirs, could the ungodly but see what an Host of Angels does attend upon the Poorest Saint as he passes along, they would say, Who is this? what noble and honourable Person is this that has such a Guard, such a Retinue? The greatest Monarch in the World hath not such Attendance as the Poorest and Meanest Saint hath.
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Page 108
1694
5. Another reason why God useth the Angels for the good of his People, or to attend on them and minister unto them, may be,
5. another reason why God uses the Angels for the good of his People, or to attend on them and minister unto them, may be,
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1695
because they are the Spouse of Christ, the Lamb's Bride:
Because they Are the Spouse of christ, the Lamb's Bride:
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1696
Certainly great Honour of right belongs to the Queen, considering her near relation to the King.
Certainly great Honour of right belongs to the Queen, considering her near Relation to the King.
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Page 108
1697
And hence she has the like noble Retinue, her Life-guard as well as he;
And hence she has the like noble Retinue, her Lifeguard as well as he;
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1698
and so upon the same foot of account, Angels may be the Attendants of the Saints, their Guard and Retinue.
and so upon the same foot of account, Angels may be the Attendants of the Saints, their Guard and Retinue.
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1699
Believers are the Bride, they are the friends of the Bridegroom, and of his noble Consort the Church: Believers Are the Bride, they Are the Friends of the Bridegroom, and of his noble Consort the Church:
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1700
Certainly in this the honour of the Saints doth exceed the honour of the holy Angels; Certainly in this the honour of the Saints does exceed the honour of the holy Angels;
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Page 108
1701
as Chris• took our Nature upon him, and not theirs;
as Chris• took our Nature upon him, and not theirs;
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Page 108
1702
and in that his Church is his Spouse, his Wife, and not they, the glory conferr'd on us seems to excel,
and in that his Church is his Spouse, his Wife, and not they, the glory conferred on us seems to excel,
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1703
tho in respect to their Nature, Wisdom and •nowledg, they may excel the Saints. 6. God may do it f•r the safety of his Saints.
though in respect to their Nature, Wisdom and •nowledg, they may excel the Saints. 6. God may do it f•r the safety of his Saints.
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1704
Some obs•rve, t•at were it not for the good Angels, the Devils would even tear the very Bodies of the Saints into pieces:
some obs•rve, t•at were it not for the good Angels, the Devils would even tear the very Bodies of the Saints into Pieces:
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Page 108
1705
such is their ma•ice and rage against them.
such is their ma•ice and rage against them.
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1706
7. That there may be much love and acquaintance grow between us and the holy Angels, with whom we must live for ever,
7. That there may be much love and acquaintance grow between us and the holy Angels, with whom we must live for ever,
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Page 108
1707
and whom we shall be made like unto.
and whom we shall be made like unto.
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1708
Now Love grows by mutual Offices, as it is seen in the love of Mothers to their Children, which increases by fostering and tending them.
Now Love grows by mutual Offices, as it is seen in the love of Mother's to their Children, which increases by fostering and tending them.
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Page 108
1709
O how happy is every Saint of God in having the tutelage of holy Angels! This honour have all Believers, and none else;
O how happy is every Saint of God in having the tutelage of holy Angels! This honour have all Believers, and none Else;
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Page 109
1710
for the wicked have no Angels to look to them, to care for them; the Angels of Christ are enemies to God's enemies, and friends to Christ's friends.
for the wicked have no Angels to look to them, to care for them; the Angels of christ Are enemies to God's enemies, and Friends to Christ's Friends.
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Page 109
1711
May be, as God is good to all, so the wicked may be under the general Charge of the holy Angels;
May be, as God is good to all, so the wicked may be under the general Charge of the holy Angels;
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Page 109
1712
but the Saints are under their special and peculiar Charge;
but the Saints Are under their special and peculiar Charge;
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Page 109
1713
they are properly Guardians and ministring Spirits to the Saints, who are the heirs of Salvation.
they Are properly Guardians and ministering Spirits to the Saints, who Are the Heirs of Salvation.
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Page 109
1714
Application.
Application.
n1.
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1715
THis reproves or reprehends those that think it is below them to stoop to obey some of the Commands of Christ.
THis reproves or reprehends those that think it is below them to stoop to obey Some of the Commands of christ.
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1716
Sirs, see what glorious Creatures the Angels are; and yet they stoop so low, as to minister to the poorest Saints on Earth.
Sirs, see what glorious Creatures the Angels Are; and yet they stoop so low, as to minister to the Poorest Saints on Earth.
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Page 109
1717
Michael despised David in her heart for dancing before the Ark of God. But did he value that? No, no; Michael despised David in her heart for dancing before the Ark of God. But did he valve that? No, no;
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Page 109
1718
if that he seemed vile, he would be more vile:
if that he seemed vile, he would be more vile:
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Page 109
1719
I will (saith he) speak also of thy Statutes before Kings, and will not be ashamed. I will (Says he) speak also of thy Statutes before Kings, and will not be ashamed.
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Page 109
1720
2. It reproves also such who are ashamed to own a poor Child of God; they can call a Rich man Brother; 2. It reproves also such who Are ashamed to own a poor Child of God; they can call a Rich man Brother;
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Page 109
1721
but O! 'tis hard to own, and to call a Poor man so, a man in a Leather-coat,
but OH! it's hard to own, and to call a Poor man so, a man in a Leather-coat,
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1722
or in a poor garb, before others.
or in a poor garb, before Others.
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Page 109
1723
Alas, the Angels are not ashamed to take care of and own poor Lazarus, full of Sores, at the Rich Man's gate,
Alas, the Angels Are not ashamed to take care of and own poor Lazarus, full of Sores, At the Rich Man's gate,
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Page 109
1724
tho he begg'd for the Crums that fell from his Table, and the Dogs came and licked his sores.
though he begged for the Crumbs that fell from his Table, and the Dogs Come and licked his sores.
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Page 109
1725
But let such look to it, lest Christ one day be ashamed of them. Secondly, It may be for instruction to us how to do the Will of God, But let such look to it, lest christ one day be ashamed of them. Secondly, It may be for instruction to us how to do the Will of God,
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Page 109
1726
even as the Angels do it. 1. That we do it in Love to God;
even as the Angels do it. 1. That we do it in Love to God;
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1727
Love is the great Principle from whence the Holy Angels do all their Service to God,
Love is the great Principle from whence the Holy Angels do all their Service to God,
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Page 110
1728
so ought we to serve and worship God in Love to him, not for Self-profit, or Honour or Applause;
so ought we to serve and worship God in Love to him, not for Self-profit, or Honour or Applause;
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Page 110
1729
If ye love me, keep my Commandments. Simon Son of Jona, lovest thou me ▪ Yea, Joh. 21. Lord: feed my Sheep. If you love me, keep my commandments. Simon Son of Jonah, Lovest thou me ▪ Yea, John 21. Lord: feed my Sheep.
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1730
I will leave this Charge with none else, (as if he should so say) but such that love me;
I will leave this Charge with none Else, (as if he should so say) but such that love me;
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1731
they that love not Christ, will not love his Saints. 2. To hearken to Christ's Commands:
they that love not christ, will not love his Saints. 2. To harken to Christ's Commands:
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1732
the Angels wait to hear what Service God will put them upon;
the Angels wait to hear what Service God will put them upon;
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Page 110
1733
but many Professors make the Word to wait for them, they come not early to the Assembly to wait for the Word.
but many Professors make the Word to wait for them, they come not early to the Assembly to wait for the Word.
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1734
3. To do the Will of God with speed and all alacrity; Angels are swift to do God's Will, they are said to have Wings; 3. To do the Will of God with speed and all alacrity; Angels Are swift to do God's Will, they Are said to have Wings;
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1735
so we should get upon the Wings of Faith. 4. To do it chearfully, and with utmost Zeal;
so we should get upon the Wings of Faith. 4. To do it cheerfully, and with utmost Zeal;
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1736
the Angels are like a Flame of Fire, all fill'd with burning Zeal and Fervour. 5. Also to do the Will of God universally, to leave no Precept undone;
the Angels Are like a Flame of Fire, all filled with burning Zeal and Fervour. 5. Also to do the Will of God universally, to leave no Precept undone;
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1737
and then we shall with David not be ashamed, even when we have respect to all God's Commandments.
and then we shall with David not be ashamed, even when we have respect to all God's commandments.
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6. To do God's Will continually, never to faint nor be weary; for thus the Angels do God's Commands, they obey always; 6. To do God's Will continually, never to faint nor be weary; for thus the Angels do God's Commands, they obey always;
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1739
and thus did David, I have inclined mine Heart to perform thy Statutes always to the end.
and thus did David, I have inclined mine Heart to perform thy Statutes always to the end.
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1740
Again he saith, So shall I keep thy Law continually for ever and ever. Thirdly, This may administer Terror to the Wicked; Again he Says, So shall I keep thy Law continually for ever and ever. Thirdly, This may administer Terror to the Wicked;
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1741
the holy Angels are against you.
the holy Angels Are against you.
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1742
As they mark the Saints for Preservation, so they have Commission oft-times to destroy the Ungodly:
As they mark the Saints for Preservation, so they have Commission ofttimes to destroy the Ungodly:
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1743
Slay utterly Old and Young, &c. and begin at my Sanctuary. Fourthly, It may be of use, by way of Exhortation, Slay utterly Old and Young, etc. and begin At my Sanctuary. Fourthly, It may be of use, by Way of Exhortation,
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1. To walk so as Christians and Members of Churches, that the Angels may rejoyce and discharge their Work with Joy, and not with Grief.
1. To walk so as Christians and Members of Churches, that the Angels may rejoice and discharge their Work with Joy, and not with Grief.
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1745
Walk reverently in respect of the Angels, even (as one observes) in your Bed-Chambers:
Walk reverently in respect of the Angels, even (as one observes) in your Bed-Chambers:
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1746
the Thoughts of the Presence of the Angels should hinder us from doing that which is a shame or dishonour to us,
the Thoughts of the Presence of the Angels should hinder us from doing that which is a shame or dishonour to us,
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1747
but much more the Thoughts of God's Presence. 2. Bless God for the Ministration of Angels:
but much more the Thoughts of God's Presence. 2. Bless God for the Ministration of Angels:
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O! see what Love he hath to his own People, and what Honour he hath conferred upon them.
OH! see what Love he hath to his own People, and what Honour he hath conferred upon them.
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3. Have a reverend Esteem and Respect for the Angels, and strive to converse with them, and be like to them. Object.
3. Have a reverend Esteem and Respect for the Angels, and strive to converse with them, and be like to them. Object.
crd vhb dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2, cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc vbi j p-acp pno32. n1.
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 111
1750
But say some, What do you leave to Christ and the Holy Spirit to do, if Angels do •o much for us? Answ.But say Some, What do you leave to christ and the Holy Spirit to do, if Angels do •o much for us? Answer
cc-acp vvb d, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi p-acp np1 cc dt j n1 pc-acp vdi, cs n2 vdb av av-d p-acp pno12? np1
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 111
1751
1. What will you leave to the Angels to do, (saith one) if they do not Teach, Guide, Protect and Minister unto us?
1. What will you leave to the Angels to do, (Says one) if they do not Teach, Guide, Pact and Minister unto us?
crd q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vdi, (vvz pi) cs pns32 vdb xx vvi, vvb, vvb cc vvi p-acp pno12?
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 111
1752
2. What the Angels do, Christ doth; they are his Servants, he uses them as Instruments in his Hand.
2. What the Angels do, christ does; they Are his Servants, he uses them as Instruments in his Hand.
crd q-crq dt n2 vdb, np1 vdz; pns32 vbr po31 n2, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1.
(16) application (DIV3)
531
Page 111
1753
3. We leave to Christ to do all by the Inspiration of the Holy Ghost,
3. We leave to christ to do all by the Inspiration of the Holy Ghost,
crd pns12 vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vdi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1,
(16) application (DIV3)
532
Page 111
1754
yet he makes use of the Angels of the Churches, as well as the Angels of Heaven. Object.
yet he makes use of the Angels of the Churches, as well as the Angels of Heaven. Object.
av pns31 vvz n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. n1.
(16) application (DIV3)
532
Page 111
1755
But you may say, Christ needs not the Ministration of Angels. Answ.But you may say, christ needs not the Ministration of Angels. Answer
p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n2. np1
(16) application (DIV3)
533
Page 112
1756
No more doth he need the Ministration of M•n, nor the Use of Ordinances, yet he is pleased to make use of both for the Good of his Church.
No more does he need the Ministration of M•n, nor the Use of Ordinances, yet he is pleased to make use of both for the Good of his Church.
av-dx av-dc vdz pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx dt n1 pp-f n2, av pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d c-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1.
(16) application (DIV3)
534
Page 112
1757
Fifthly, This may administer much Comfort to Believers. Reprobates, tho Princes on Earth, have no such Guards to attend them as you have: Fifthly, This may administer much Comfort to Believers. Reprobates, though Princes on Earth, have no such Guards to attend them as you have:
ord, d vmb vvi d n1 p-acp n2. n2-jn, cs n2 p-acp n1, vhb dx d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 c-acp pn22 vhb:
(16) application (DIV3)
535
Page 112
1758
Are they not all Ministring Spirits, sent forth to min•ster to them that shall be Heirs of Salvation? are they not all Ministering Spirits, sent forth to min•ster to them that shall be Heirs of Salvation?
vbr pns32 xx d j-vvg n2, vvd av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cst vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1?
(16) application (DIV3)
535
Page 112
1759
O! what a Glorious Retinue have you? Your Way is full of Angels, who go to and fro therein.
OH! what a Glorious Retinue have you? Your Way is full of Angels, who go to and from therein.
uh q-crq dt j n1 vhb pn22? po22 n1 vbz j pp-f n2, r-crq vvb p-acp cc av av.
(16) application (DIV3)
536
Page 112
1760
The Wicked are left to the wide World, but Christ is pleased to give his Saints Tutors, Governours and Guardians to Preserve, Protect and Wait upon them;
The Wicked Are left to the wide World, but christ is pleased to give his Saints Tutors, Governors and Guardians to Preserve, Pact and Wait upon them;
dt j vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n2 n2, n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi, vvb cc vvi p-acp pno32;
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 112
1761
the Holy Angels wel• know their Charge who they are to keep and b•ar up in their Hands, and save from danger.
the Holy Angels wel• know their Charge who they Are to keep and b•ar up in their Hands, and save from danger.
dt j ng1 n1 vvb po32 n1 r-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp n1.
(16) application (DIV3)
536
Page 112
1762
2. See how dear and precious you are to God; yea, how honourable in his Sight every Elect Person is: He hath his Guard.
2. See how dear and precious you Are to God; yea, how honourable in his Sighed every Elect Person is: He hath his Guard.
crd vvb c-crq j-jn cc j pn22 vbr p-acp np1; uh, c-crq j p-acp po31 n1 d j-vvn n1 vbz: pns31 vhz po31 n1.
(16) application (DIV3)
537
Page 112
1763
Multitudes of Angels to attend him at all times; for your sakes they have r•ceived their Charge, their Commission;
Multitudes of Angels to attend him At all times; for your sakes they have r•ceived their Charge, their Commission;
n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n2; p-acp po22 n2 pns32 vhb vvn po32 n1, po32 n1;
(16) application (DIV3)
537
Page 112
1764
He hath given his Angels charge over thee. You are weak, but they are strong; you sleep sometimes, but they are always awake and sleep not:He hath given his Angels charge over thee. You Are weak, but they Are strong; you sleep sometime, but they Are always awake and sleep not:
pns31 vhz vvn po31 n2 vvb p-acp pno21. pn22 vbr j, cc-acp pns32 vbr j; pn22 vvb av, cc-acp pns32 vbr av j cc vvb xx:
(16) application (DIV3)
537
Page 112
1765
Sirs, God sends his own Guards to watch over you, to protect and keep you;
Sirs, God sends his own Guards to watch over you, to Pact and keep you;
n2, np1 vvz po31 d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn22;
(16) application (DIV3)
537
Page 112
1766
he knows what a Multitude of Devils would gladly destroy you, and therefore (as you have heard) he has sent a Multitude of Angels to defend and save you;
he knows what a Multitude of Devils would gladly destroy you, and Therefore (as you have herd) he has sent a Multitude of Angels to defend and save you;
pns31 vvz r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd av-j vvi pn22, cc av (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn22;
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 112
1767
you have not only Ministers on Earth, the Angels of the Churches, but the Angels of Heaven to be your Servants.
you have not only Ministers on Earth, the Angels of the Churches, but the Angels of Heaven to be your Servants.
pn22 vhb xx av-j n2 p-acp n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi po22 n2.
(16) application (DIV3)
537
Page 112
1768
And the End why God sends them and imploys them is expressed; not that we should worship them, (no, no, they disclaim this utterly:
And the End why God sends them and employs them is expressed; not that we should worship them, (no, no, they disclaim this utterly:
cc dt vvb c-crq np1 vvz pno32 cc vvz pno32 vbz vvn; xx cst pns12 vmd vvi pno32, (av-dx, uh-dx, pns32 vvb d av-j:
(16) application (DIV3)
538
Page 112
1769
See thou do it not (saith the Angel) I am thy Fellow-Servant, and of thy Brethren the Prophets, that have the Testimony of Jesus, Worship God ;) it is to keep us in all his Ways, and they exactly and diligently observe their Charge: See thou do it not (Says the Angel) I am thy Fellow servant, and of thy Brothers the prophets, that have the Testimony of jesus, Worship God;) it is to keep us in all his Ways, and they exactly and diligently observe their Charge:
vvb pns21 vdi pn31 xx (vvz dt n1) pns11 vbm po21 n1, cc pp-f po21 n2 dt n2, cst vhb dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 np1;) pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d po31 n2, cc pns32 av-j cc av-j vvi po32 n1:
(16) application (DIV3)
538
Page 113
1770
They shall bear thee up in their Hands, lest at any time thou dash thy Foot against a Stone. They shall bear thee up in their Hands, lest At any time thou dash thy Foot against a Stone.
pns32 vmb vvi pno21 a-acp p-acp po32 n2, cs p-acp d n1 pns21 vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1.
(16) application (DIV3)
538
Page 113
1771
These, O Child of God, accompany thee, minister unto thee, incamp round about thee, go before thee, and wait upon thee;
These, Oh Child of God, accompany thee, minister unto thee, incamp round about thee, go before thee, and wait upon thee;
d, uh n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno21, vvb p-acp pno21, vvb av-j p-acp pno21, vvb p-acp pno21, cc vvi p-acp pno21;
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 113
1772
but take heed you go not out of God's Ways, it is in all his Ways they are to keep thee, do not venture on the Devil's Ground;
but take heed you go not out of God's Ways, it is in all his Ways they Are to keep thee, do not venture on the Devil's Ground;
cc-acp vvb n1 pn22 vvb xx av pp-f npg1 n2, pn31 vbz p-acp d po31 n2 pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi pno21, vdb xx vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1;
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 113
1773
the Angels are always upon this Ladder that reacheth to Heaven, which goes through Satan's Territories, the Air, where there are Multitudes of Devils, who strive to push thee down as thou climbest up;
the Angels Are always upon this Ladder that reaches to Heaven, which Goes through Satan's Territories, the Air, where there Are Multitudes of Devils, who strive to push thee down as thou climbest up;
dt n2 vbr av p-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, r-crq vvz p-acp npg1 n2, dt n1, c-crq pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi pno21 a-acp p-acp pns21 vv2 p-acp;
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 113
1774
but these do boldly resist them, and defend thee continually against those Evil Spirits. Admiration. Do Angels minister to us? then ye Saints wonder!
but these do boldly resist them, and defend thee continually against those Evil Spirits. Admiration. Do Angels minister to us? then you Saints wonder!
cc-acp d vdb av-j vvi pno32, cc vvb pno21 av-j p-acp d j-jn n2. n1. vdb n2 vvi p-acp pno12? av pn22 n2 vvb!
(16) application (DIV3)
538
Page 113
1775
Behold the Angels of God ascending and descending: Behold the Angels of God ascending and descending:
vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvg cc vvg:
(16) application (DIV3)
539
Page 113
1776
O what hath Christ done to procure such Guardians, such Helps, such Guides for us poor feeble Travellers? Never fear,
Oh what hath christ done to procure such Guardians, such Helps, such Guides for us poor feeble Travellers? Never Fear,
uh q-crq vhz np1 vdn p-acp vvi d n2, d n2, d n2 p-acp pno12 j j n2? av-x vvb,
(16) application (DIV3)
539
Page 113
1777
tho the Ladder be high, Angels have Wings, they can soon be with us;
though the Ladder be high, Angels have Wings, they can soon be with us;
cs dt n1 vbb j, n2 vhb n2, pns32 vmb av vbi p-acp pno12;
(16) application (DIV3)
539
Page 113
1778
they descend to bring them up that are given to Christ, and they ascend with such that are going up.
they descend to bring them up that Are given to christ, and they ascend with such that Are going up.
pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp cst vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc pns32 vvb p-acp d cst vbr vvg a-acp.
(16) application (DIV3)
539
Page 113
1779
You must fly by Faith and Prayer up with them from Step to Step, from Fa•th to Faith, from Strength to Strength, from Glory to Glory,
You must fly by Faith and Prayer up with them from Step to Step, from Fa•th to Faith, from Strength to Strength, from Glory to Glory,
pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1,
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 113
1780
until you come to the end of your Journey. O ye Darlings of Heaven!
until you come to the end of your Journey. Oh you Darlings of Heaven!
c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. uh pn22 n2-jn pp-f n1!
(16) application (DIV3)
539
Page 113
1781
Tho others regard you not, but reproach you, slight you, despise you, yet matter it not;
Though Others regard you not, but reproach you, slight you, despise you, yet matter it not;
cs n2-jn vvb pn22 xx, cc-acp vvb pn22, j pn22, vvb pn22, av n1 pn31 xx;
(16) application (DIV3)
540
Page 113
1782
the mighty Angels have you by the Hand;
the mighty Angels have you by the Hand;
dt j n2 vhb pn22 p-acp dt n1;
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 113
1783
they love you, they know you are the Spouse of their Sovereign, his blessed Bride whom they serve, and therefore they honour you:
they love you, they know you Are the Spouse of their Sovereign, his blessed Bride whom they serve, and Therefore they honour you:
pns32 vvb pn22, pns32 vvb pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f po32 n-jn, po31 j-vvn n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, cc av pns32 vvb pn22:
(16) application (DIV3)
540
Page 113
1784
O what a degree of Glory, ye Princely Ones, are you raised to!
Oh what a degree of Glory, you Princely Ones, Are you raised to!
uh r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, pn22 j pi2, vbr pn22 vvn p-acp!
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 113
1785
Moreover, What Love is this? what Grandure is here conferr'd upon vile sinful Creatures as we are? Have we such a Guard? Doth Christ's chief Courtiers above, wait upon us below? Must we ride in the King's own Chariot to Heaven? Do Angels wait on the Heirs of Salvation, Heirs of Glory?
Moreover, What Love is this? what Grandeur is Here conferred upon vile sinful Creatures as we Are? Have we such a Guard? Does Christ's chief Courtiers above, wait upon us below? Must we ride in the King's own Chariot to Heaven? Do Angels wait on the Heirs of Salvation, Heirs of Glory?
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(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 114
1786
Come then, ye Holy and High-born Nobles, and take state upon you, and say, We are not for dunghil Earth, not base slaves of Sin,
Come then, you Holy and Highborn Nobles, and take state upon you, and say, We Are not for dunghill Earth, not base slaves of since,
vvb av, pn22 j cc j n2-j, cc vvb n1 p-acp pn22, cc vvi, pns12 vbr xx p-acp n1 n1, xx j n2 pp-f n1,
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 114
1787
nor of this World, nor of the Devil:
nor of this World, nor of the devil:
ccx pp-f d n1, ccx pp-f dt n1:
(16) application (DIV3)
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Page 114
1788
We are Princes nobly descended, born from above, and have the Guard of the King of Kings to attend upon us:
We Are Princes nobly descended, born from above, and have the Guard of the King of Kings to attend upon us:
pns12 vbr n2 av-j vvn, vvn p-acp a-acp, cc vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12:
(16) application (DIV3)
542
Page 114
1789
O! we must live as such who are so born, so honoured, and also as so guarded.
OH! we must live as such who Are so born, so honoured, and also as so guarded.
uh pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d r-crq vbr av vvn, av vvn, cc av c-acp av vvn.
(16) application (DIV3)
542
Page 114
1790
And now, O ye Earthly Muckworms, ye Dunghil-Rakers!
And now, Oh you Earthly Muckworms, you Dunghil-Rakers!
cc av, uh pn22 j n2, pn22 n2!
(16) application (DIV3)
543
Page 114
1791
what signifie your Silks and Sattins, your Golden Chains, your Bags of Money and great Possessions! What, alas!
what signify your Silks and Satins, your Golden Chains, your Bags of Money and great Possessions! What, alas!
q-crq vvb po22 n2 cc n2, po22 j n2, po22 n2 pp-f n1 cc j n2! q-crq, uh!
(16) application (DIV3)
543
Page 114
1792
are Crowns and Scepters, or the Guards of haughty Monarchs! What's their Majesties, their Highnesses, their Excellencies!
Are Crowns and Sceptres, or the Guards of haughty Monarchs! What's their Majesties, their Highnesses, their Excellencies!
vbr n2 cc n2, cc dt n2 pp-f j n2! q-crq|vbz po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2!
(16) application (DIV3)
543
Page 114
1793
The meanest Saint is higher and greater than you all, and hath a more glorious Attendance. But to return to Believers;
The Meanest Saint is higher and greater than you all, and hath a more glorious Attendance. But to return to Believers;
dt js n1 vbz jc cc jc cs pn22 d, cc vhz dt av-dc j n1. p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n2;
(16) application (DIV3)
543
Page 114
1794
Prize your Privileges, ye Saints, ye the most excellent ones in all the Earth ; that are more honourable than your Brethren, more excellent than your Neighbours. Prize your Privileges, you Saints, you the most excellent ones in all the Earth; that Are more honourable than your Brothers, more excellent than your Neighbours.
vvb po22 n2, pn22 n2, pn22 dt av-ds j pi2 p-acp d dt n1; cst vbr av-dc j cs po22 n2, av-dc j cs po22 n2.
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 114
1795
Angels administer to you at Christ's Command.
Angels administer to you At Christ's Command.
n2 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp npg1 n1.
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 114
1796
Are you ignorant of your Honour and blessed Safety? or will you still hang down your heads and go drooping,
are you ignorant of your Honour and blessed Safety? or will you still hang down your Heads and go drooping,
vbr pn22 j pp-f po22 n1 cc j-vvn n1? cc vmb pn22 av vvb a-acp po22 n2 cc vvb j-vvg,
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 114
1797
because you are poor, afflicted and despised? O this grieves Christ, grieves the Spirit, and grieves the Holy Angels!
Because you Are poor, afflicted and despised? O this grieves christ, grieves the Spirit, and grieves the Holy Angels!
c-acp pn22 vbr j, j-vvn cc vvn? sy d vvz np1, vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt j n2!
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 114
1798
Consider, you are not at home, you are a going into your own Country, to be crowned;
Consider, you Are not At home, you Are a going into your own Country, to be crowned;
np1, pn22 vbr xx p-acp n1-an, pn22 vbr dt n-vvg p-acp po22 d n1, pc-acp vbi vvn;
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 114
1799
you are not yet come to Age; but, as Heirs of Glory, God cares for you, succours you, defends and keeps you;
you Are not yet come to Age; but, as Heirs of Glory, God Cares for you, succours you, defends and keeps you;
pn22 vbr xx av vvn p-acp n1; cc-acp, c-acp n2 pp-f n1, np1 vvz p-acp pn22, n2 pn22, vvz cc vvz pn22;
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 114
1800
you have a Host, a mighty Host to fight for you, mighty and skilful Guides to lead you, a most noble Guard to watch over you,
you have a Host, a mighty Host to fight for you, mighty and skilful Guides to led you, a most noble Guard to watch over you,
pn22 vhb dt n1, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, j cc j n2 pc-acp vvi pn22, dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22,
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 115
1801
and minister to you, and Chariots beyond those of beaten Gold to carry you;
and minister to you, and Chariots beyond those of beaten Gold to carry you;
cc vvi p-acp pn22, cc n2 p-acp d pp-f j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi pn22;
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 115
1802
the mighty God is your defence, and his Angels are a Wall of Fire round about you; no Devils can hurt you;
the mighty God is your defence, and his Angels Are a Wall of Fire round about you; no Devils can hurt you;
dt j np1 vbz po22 n1, cc po31 n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp pn22; dx n2 vmb vvi pn22;
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 115
1803
no utter ruine can come upon you; get the World therefore under your Feet. Your Souls are justified;
no utter ruin can come upon you; get the World Therefore under your Feet. Your Souls Are justified;
dx j n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22; vvb dt n1 av p-acp po22 n2. po22 n2 vbr vvn;
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 115
1804
all your Sins pardoned, and you are sanctified, and shall for ever be saved ▪ God is your Father, Christ is your Bridegroom, the Spirit is your Sanctifier, the Saints are your Companions, the Angels your Guard, and Heaven is your Inheritance.
all your Sins pardoned, and you Are sanctified, and shall for ever be saved ▪ God is your Father, christ is your Bridegroom, the Spirit is your Sanctifier, the Saints Are your Sodales, the Angels your Guard, and Heaven is your Inheritance.
d po22 n2 vvn, cc pn22 vbr vvn, cc vmb p-acp av vbi vvn ▪ np1 vbz po22 n1, np1 vbz po22 n1, dt n1 vbz po22 n1, dt n2 vbr po22 n2, dt n2 po22 n1, cc n1 vbz po22 n1.
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 115
1805
O be humble, and lie at Christ's feet:
O be humble, and lie At Christ's feet:
sy vbb j, cc vvi p-acp npg1 n2:
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 115
1806
What hath he done for such unworthy Creatures? Let us love God, honour Him, worship Him in and by Christ, and through the Holy Spirit.
What hath he done for such unworthy Creatures? Let us love God, honour Him, worship Him in and by christ, and through the Holy Spirit.
q-crq vhz pns31 vdn p-acp d j n2? vvb pno12 vvi np1, vvb pno31, vvb pno31 p-acp cc p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt j n1.
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 115
1807
To whom be Praise, and Honour, and Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
To whom be Praise, and Honour, and Glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
p-acp ro-crq vbb n1, cc n1, cc n1, c-acp av cc av. uh-n.
(16) application (DIV3)
544
Page 115
1808
An Hymn of Praise. MOunt up, ye Saints; O, still ascend; O, soar on High, and sing;
an Hymn of Praise. MOunt up, you Saints; Oh, still ascend; Oh, soar on High, and sing;
dt n1 pp-f n1. n1 a-acp, pn22 n2; uh, av vvb; uh, vvb p-acp j, cc vvi;
(17) hymn (DIV3)
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Page 115
1809
Ye Darlings of the Lord above, Sing Praise to your Great King. See, see, what Honour God confers!
You Darlings of the Lord above, Sing Praise to your Great King. See, see, what Honour God confers!
pn22 n2-jn pp-f dt n1 a-acp, vvb n1 p-acp po22 j n1. n1, vvb, r-crq n1 np1 vvz!
(17) hymn (DIV3)
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How Angels do attend, And wait on you continually, And will until the End. See how the Cherubs do rejoice In all the Work they do;
How Angels do attend, And wait on you continually, And will until the End. See how the Cherubs do rejoice In all the Work they do;
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O learn of them, lift up your Voice, Mount, and sing as you go. Our Life should be a Life of Praise, Who are redeem'd from Earth;
Oh Learn of them, lift up your Voice, Mount, and sing as you go. Our Life should be a Life of Praise, Who Are redeemed from Earth;
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Lord, let's exalt Thee all our Days, And set thy Glory forth.
Lord, let's exalt Thee all our Days, And Set thy Glory forth.
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Thy Servants which do wait on Thee In thy High Court above, Are sent to wait on such as we:
Thy Servants which do wait on Thee In thy High Court above, are sent to wait on such as we:
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This shews thy Matchless Love To us below, who nothing are: What is Man! what are we, That thou such Honour shouldst confe•, And wilt t' Eternity.
This shows thy Matchless Love To us below, who nothing Are: What is Man! what Are we, That thou such Honour Shouldst confe•, And wilt it Eternity.
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