The souls ascension in the state of separation Summarily delivered in a sermon preached at Shenly in the county of Hertford, the 21. of November, 1660. at the funeral solemnities of Mrs Mary Jessop, late wife of William Jessop esq; and since enlarged and publish'd for common benefit. By Isaac Loeffs. M.A.
but is capable of a state after death and dissolution, according as the infinite wisdom of his Creator doth dispose thereof in a way of justice or mercy.
but is capable of a state After death and dissolution, according as the infinite Wisdom of his Creator does dispose thereof in a Way of Justice or mercy.
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or through delusion, and presumption to conclude the certainty of their future felicity; judging all things by sense, and the present dispensations of external and common providence:
or through delusion, and presumption to conclude the certainty of their future felicity; judging all things by sense, and the present dispensations of external and Common providence:
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therefore it shall be my present design, in handling this Text, to give unto you a private prospect through the gate of death, towards the mountaines and valleys of eternal happiness and misery, by presenting unto you the secret and hidden way of the spirit and soul of man in its sudden flight and motion, at the time and in the state of separation from the corporeal and fleshy part, which falls from it towards its earthly center.
Therefore it shall be my present Design, in handling this Text, to give unto you a private prospect through the gate of death, towards the Mountains and valleys of Eternal happiness and misery, by presenting unto you the secret and hidden Way of the Spirit and soul of man in its sudden flight and motion, At the time and in the state of separation from the corporeal and fleshy part, which falls from it towards its earthly centre.
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For which end and purpose, it will be necessary for me first to bring you to the Text by the preceeding parts of the Chapter and the occasion of this Epistle, to which it hath relation;
For which end and purpose, it will be necessary for me First to bring you to the Text by the preceding parts of the Chapter and the occasion of this Epistle, to which it hath Relation;
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The occasion of Paul 's writing this Epistle to the Church at Philippi, was an honourable Present the Church had sent unto him, being then a prisoner in Rome, by the hands of Epaphroditus their pastor, by way of charity to supply his present necessities:
The occasion of Paul is writing this Epistle to the Church At Philippi, was an honourable Present the Church had sent unto him, being then a prisoner in Room, by the hands of Epaphroditus their pastor, by Way of charity to supply his present necessities:
By whom having understood the state and condition of that Church, and being affected with so great an expression of their love unto him, he returned this sweet Letter and Spiritual Epistle.
By whom having understood the state and condition of that Church, and being affected with so great an expression of their love unto him, he returned this sweet letter and Spiritual Epistle.
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Secondly his confidence in God, for the perfecting of the work of grace begun, as he was perswaded through charity to judge in them all, by their future and final perseverance, unto the eighth verse.
Secondly his confidence in God, for the perfecting of the work of grace begun, as he was persuaded through charity to judge in them all, by their future and final perseverance, unto the eighth verse.
In the 19. verse the Apostle discovereth the gracious and sweet frame and temper of his own heart under his sufferings, in the firm confidence he had, that all things should work together for his good,
In the 19. verse the Apostle Discovereth the gracious and sweet frame and temper of his own heart under his sufferings, in the firm confidence he had, that all things should work together for his good,
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and turn to his salvation, as the return and fruit of their prayers, and through the supply of the spirit of God unto him, that he might hold out under his tryals, according to his earnest expectation and hope, that through his stedfastness and boldness, both in life and death, Christ might be magnified in his body:
and turn to his salvation, as the return and fruit of their Prayers, and through the supply of the Spirit of God unto him, that he might hold out under his trials, according to his earnest expectation and hope, that through his steadfastness and boldness, both in life and death, christ might be magnified in his body:
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and being as it were indifferent to either, he debates the case and controversie in his own heart, according to the words of my Text, I am in a straight betwixt two, &c. In which words we have three distinct parts.
and being as it were indifferent to either, he debates the case and controversy in his own heart, according to the words of my Text, I am in a straight betwixt two, etc. In which words we have three distinct parts.
Before I lay down the intended Doctrine or Proposition from this Scripture, I will briefly explain the terms of the Text, to justifie the clearness of the doctrinal deduction from the Text.
Before I lay down the intended Doctrine or Proposition from this Scripture, I will briefly explain the terms of the Text, to justify the clearness of the doctrinal deduction from the Text.
Not that it was in his power to live or to die, but if the Lord should give him his free liberty to chuse either, he was at a stand in his present thoughts, which way he had best incline himself, as the case was now with him, being an Apostle of Christ, and now imprisoned for him;
Not that it was in his power to live or to die, but if the Lord should give him his free liberty to choose either, he was At a stand in his present thoughts, which Way he had best incline himself, as the case was now with him, being an Apostle of christ, and now imprisoned for him;
As it was Davids case, when he was to chuse one of those three judgements proposed unto him, 2 Sam. 24.13, 14. Shall seven years famine come in thy land? or wilt thou flye three moneths before thine enemies,
As it was Davids case, when he was to choose one of those three Judgments proposed unto him, 2 Sam. 24.13, 14. Shall seven Years famine come in thy land? or wilt thou fly three months before thine enemies,
and his affections sometimes were so strong, that, though it was impossible, yet he could have wished a total deprivation thereof for the Jews sake, Rom. 9.3. I could wish, that my self were accursed from Christ, for my brethren my kinsmen according to the flesh: Love desireth impossibilities.
and his affections sometime were so strong, that, though it was impossible, yet he could have wished a total deprivation thereof for the jews sake, Rom. 9.3. I could wish, that my self were accursed from christ, for my brothers my kinsmen according to the Flesh: Love Desires impossibilities.
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By all this it appears how great the Apostle's straight was betwixt living and dying, as a needle hanging between two loadstones of equal force and power.
By all this it appears how great the Apostle's straight was betwixt living and dying, as a needle hanging between two loadstones of equal force and power.
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and it is observable, that he doth not barely say he did desire, but having a desire, which Beza translateth to contend in desire, answerable to that expression of our Saviour Christ, Luke 22.15. With desire have I desired to eat this Passeover with you before I suffer.
and it is observable, that he does not barely say he did desire, but having a desire, which Beza Translate to contend in desire, answerable to that expression of our Saviour christ, Lycia 22.15. With desire have I desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer.
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So that in these words we may consider Paul looking solely upon Christ and his immediate presence, waving all former considerations, whereby this fervent desire was limited and himself straightned:
So that in these words we may Consider Paul looking solely upon christ and his immediate presence, waving all former considerations, whereby this fervent desire was limited and himself straightened:
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or to die, as the Apopostle had said in the 21. verse, To die is gain. The Apostle seemeth to strain himself for a word, that he might set forth so gainful a death,
or to die, as the Apostle had said in the 21. verse, To die is gain. The Apostle seems to strain himself for a word, that he might Set forth so gainful a death,
as he is speaking of, which sometimes he calleth a dissolving of this earthy tabernacle, and an unclothing, 2 Cor. 5.1.4. Peter styles it a putting off of this tabernacle.
as he is speaking of, which sometime he calls a dissolving of this earthy tabernacle, and an unclothing, 2 Cor. 5.1.4. Peter styles it a putting off of this tabernacle.
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and being with the Lord, Luke. 23.43. This day shalt thou be with me in Paradise. Rom. 6.8. Now if we be dead with Christ, we believe we shall also live with him. And 1 Thes. 4.17.
and being with the Lord, Lycia. 23.43. This day shalt thou be with me in Paradise. Rom. 6.8. Now if we be dead with christ, we believe we shall also live with him. And 1 Thebes 4.17.
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as he so them esteem'd comparatively, 2 Cor. 4.17. For our light afflictions, which are but for a moment, work for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;
as he so them esteemed comparatively, 2 Cor. 4.17. For our Light afflictions, which Are but for a moment, work for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory;
but to his own place, is evident, Acts 1.25. The godly and the wicked die alike in respect of natural dissolution, Eccl. 2.26. How dieth the wise man? as the fool.
but to his own place, is evident, Acts 1.25. The godly and the wicked die alike in respect of natural dissolution, Ecclesiastes 2.26. How Dieth the wise man? as the fool.
As there is no visible distinction, or marke of difference between the Godly and the wicked by the external things of providence in the course of their lives,
As there is no visible distinction, or mark of difference between the Godly and the wicked by the external things of providence in the course of their lives,
and also of the most noy some and uncomfortable distempers, as the small pox, and the plague it self, of which Hezekiah was sick unto death, 2 Kings 20.1. Again, they may both die by a violent hand.
and also of the most noy Some and uncomfortable distempers, as the small pox, and the plague it self, of which Hezekiah was sick unto death, 2 Kings 20.1. Again, they may both die by a violent hand.
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yet the godly may die in their youth and strength, and the Lord in mercy take them away from the evil to come, Isa. 57.1. Lastly, they may die alike in regard of the present peace and calm, or trouble and disturbance of spirit;
yet the godly may die in their youth and strength, and the Lord in mercy take them away from the evil to come, Isaiah 57.1. Lastly, they may die alike in regard of the present peace and Cam, or trouble and disturbance of Spirit;
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That death which bringeth the Soul to Christ at the time of departure out of this life, is to be considered, in relation to the state and condition of the person in death, as holy, righteous and godly:
That death which brings the Soul to christ At the time of departure out of this life, is to be considered, in Relation to the state and condition of the person in death, as holy, righteous and godly:
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and his departure to be with Christ. To this the Scriptures bear clear and rich testimonie, Prov. 14.32. The righteous hath hope in his end, Ps. 37.37. The godly man is marked with this priviledge, Marke the perfect man, behold the upright, the end of that man is peace.
and his departure to be with christ. To this the Scriptures bear clear and rich testimony, Curae 14.32. The righteous hath hope in his end, Ps. 37.37. The godly man is marked with this privilege, Mark the perfect man, behold the upright, the end of that man is peace.
But if I should draw the curtaines that are about these dying Saints, and consider how they die that come to Christ by death, I would propose it unto you briefly in two or three expressions,
But if I should draw the curtains that Are about these dying Saints, and Consider how they die that come to christ by death, I would propose it unto you briefly in two or three expressions,
The Godly die in the faith of Christ, believing in him and all the promises of God, which in him are yea and amen, Heb. 11.13. These all died in faith, not having received the promises;
The Godly die in the faith of christ, believing in him and all the promises of God, which in him Are yea and Amen, Hebrew 11.13. These all died in faith, not having received the promises;
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Yea they die in union with Christ, Blessed are the dead which dye in the Lord, Rev. 14.13. This is that death, and the death of such as these are, is that departure whereof Paul speaketh in my Text;
Yea they die in Union with christ, Blessed Are the dead which die in the Lord, Rev. 14.13. This is that death, and the death of such as these Are, is that departure whereof Paul speaks in my Text;
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and how desirable it is, beyond this present life it self, will further appear by the several and sutable acceptations of the word NONLATINALPHABET, in the original, which we translate to depart;
and how desirable it is, beyond this present life it self, will further appear by the several and suitable acceptations of the word, in the original, which we translate to depart;
First, the word is used to loosen the cables of a ship, solvere rudentes, a metaphor taken from mariners, who sail from one Banke or Port unto another;
First, the word is used to loosen the cables of a ship, Solvere rudentes, a metaphor taken from Mariners, who sail from one Bank or Port unto Another;
Afflictions in the Scriptures are compared to waters, and the world is a troublesome sea to the Saints, over which they sail through many stormes, till they come to shore:
Afflictions in the Scriptures Are compared to waters, and the world is a troublesome sea to the Saints, over which they sail through many storms, till they come to shore:
And all that will live godly in Christ Jesus, saith Paul, shall suffer persecution, 2 Tim. 3.12. But the death of the Saints, is the end of their sorrowes;
And all that will live godly in christ jesus, Says Paul, shall suffer persecution, 2 Tim. 3.12. But the death of the Saints, is the end of their sorrows;
They trade for heaven, by which their conversations are said to be in heaven, Phil. 3.20. NONLATINALPHABET, our City life, or commerce, or our conversation is in heaven, whence we look for the Lord Jesus Christ to come.
They trade for heaven, by which their conversations Are said to be in heaven, Philip 3.20., our city life, or commerce, or our Conversation is in heaven, whence we look for the Lord jesus christ to come.
They are citizens of heaven, but they trade from home, in a far countrey, as merchants seeking the pearl of great price, Mat. 13.44. Which having found, they returned home richly laden with the treasure of the Gospel.
They Are Citizens of heaven, but they trade from home, in a Far country, as merchant's seeking the pearl of great price, Mathew 13.44. Which having found, they returned home richly laden with the treasure of the Gospel.
and the spirit shall return to God who gave it. Job saith, he shall return thither, Job. 1.21. Naked came I out of my mothers womb, and naked shall I return thither.
and the Spirit shall return to God who gave it. Job Says, he shall return thither, Job. 1.21. Naked Come I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither.
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As the wagons which Joseph sent for his Father Jacob, and his houshold, brought them to the land of Goshen, and to the full plenty of Joseph 's provision;
As the wagons which Joseph sent for his Father Jacob, and his household, brought them to the land of Goshen, and to the full plenty of Joseph is provision;
so death bringeth the Saints to their joyful rest, and to Christ their heavenly Joseph. Death is the unharnessing of the Saints at their final return to their full peace, and everlasting inheritance.
so death brings the Saints to their joyful rest, and to christ their heavenly Joseph. Death is the unharnessing of the Saints At their final return to their full peace, and everlasting inheritance.
as pilgrims and strangers, having no continuing City, and therefore often remove their tents, like the Patriarchs of old, Heb 11.9, 10. Where the Apostle, speaking of Abraham saith, that by faith he sojourned in the land of promise,
as pilgrim's and Strangers, having no Continuing city, and Therefore often remove their tents, like the Patriarchs of old, Hebrew 11.9, 10. Where the Apostle, speaking of Abraham Says, that by faith he sojourned in the land of promise,
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for therefore the world hateth them, John 15.19. No wonder therefore the people of God have alwayes accounted themselves strangers here, Psal. 119.19. I am a stranger in the earth, saith David, hide not thy commandements from me.
for Therefore the world hates them, John 15.19. No wonder Therefore the people of God have always accounted themselves Strangers Here, Psalm 119.19. I am a stranger in the earth, Says David, hide not thy Commandments from me.
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I beseech you, saith he, as pilgrims and strangers, abstain from fleshly lusts which warre against the Soul. How welcome then is that dissolution, that looseneth the cords of those tents,
I beseech you, Says he, as pilgrim's and Strangers, abstain from fleshly Lustiest which war against the Soul. How welcome then is that dissolution, that looseneth the cords of those tents,
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but abiding mansions, and that in their Fathers house, John 14.2, 3. In my Fathers house, saith Christ to his Disciples comforting of them, are NONLATINALPHABET many mansions; I goe to prepare a place for you ▪ that where ▪ I am there ye may be also.
but abiding mansions, and that in their Father's house, John 14.2, 3. In my Father's house, Says christ to his Disciples comforting of them, Are many mansions; I go to prepare a place for you ▪ that where ▪ I am there you may be also.
St. Paul saw a law in his members warring against the law of his mind, and leading him captive unto the law of sin and death, in the foregoing verse;
Saint Paul saw a law in his members warring against the law of his mind, and leading him captive unto the law of since and death, in the foregoing verse;
The Saints are subject to sin while they are in he body, because sin receiveth its power from the corruption of nature not wholly mortified in this life;
The Saints Are Subject to since while they Are in he body, Because since receives its power from the corruption of nature not wholly mortified in this life;
therefore called the law in the members, and the deeds of the body, Rom. 8.13. Our members that are upon earth, Col. 3.5. And the lusts of the flesh, Gal 5.24 But the death of the Saints is the death of their sins, whereby they put off the whole body of sin.
Therefore called the law in the members, and the Deeds of the body, Rom. 8.13. Our members that Are upon earth, Col. 3.5. And the Lustiest of the Flesh, Gall 5.24 But the death of the Saints is the death of their Sins, whereby they put off the Whole body of since.
Secondly, What is it to be with Christ, unto whom the Saints are brought by their departing hence by death? That none of the Fathers and Saints of the Old Testament were in heaven before Christs Ascension, is but a Popish fiction and delusion, contrary to the plain sence and express doctrine of the Scriptures,
Secondly, What is it to be with christ, unto whom the Saints Are brought by their departing hence by death? That none of the Father's and Saints of the Old Testament were in heaven before Christ Ascension, is but a Popish fiction and delusion, contrary to the plain sense and express Doctrine of the Scriptures,
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as may appear (to name no more) in those two remarkable instances of Enoch and Elijah, Gen. 5.24. And Enoch walked with God, and he was not, for God took him.
as may appear (to name no more) in those two remarkable instances of Enoch and Elijah, Gen. 5.24. And Enoch walked with God, and he was not, for God took him.
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For the Solution of this question, I shall only assert, and briefly prove, that though Christ was not in heaven before his incarnation in his humane nature,
For the Solution of this question, I shall only assert, and briefly prove, that though christ was not in heaven before his incarnation in his humane nature,
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And when Christ was on earch he speaketh of himself, as being at the same time also in Heaven, which must be understood of his Divine nature, John 1.18. No man hath seen God at any time;
And when christ was on earch he speaks of himself, as being At the same time also in Heaven, which must be understood of his Divine nature, John 1.18. No man hath seen God At any time;
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And when he was to leave the world, in his prayer for himself, his Disciples, and all believers, he thus petitioneth his Father, John 17.5. And now, O Father, glorifie thou me with thine own self, with the glory which I had with thee before the world was.
And when he was to leave the world, in his prayer for himself, his Disciples, and all believers, he thus petitioneth his Father, John 17.5. And now, Oh Father, Glorify thou me with thine own self, with the glory which I had with thee before the world was.
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But in what manner the Divine nature of Christ did put off its glory, during the time of his exinanition and humiliation upon earth, I shall not take upon me to inquire, much less to clear so great a Mystery when being equal with God, he took upon him the form of a servant, having laid by his glory,
But in what manner the Divine nature of christ did put off its glory, during the time of his exinanition and humiliation upon earth, I shall not take upon me to inquire, much less to clear so great a Mystery when being equal with God, he took upon him the from of a servant, having laid by his glory,
as to the use, of it in the mystery of our salvation, as learned Beza noteth But being out of all question, that Christ, is now in Heaven in his divine and humane nature,
as to the use, of it in the mystery of our salvation, as learned Beza notes But being out of all question, that christ, is now in Heaven in his divine and humane nature,
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The Angels say to the Disciples, Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into Heaven? this same Jesus which is taken up from you into Heaven, shall so come in like manner,
The Angels say to the Disciples, You men of Galilee, why stand you gazing up into Heaven? this same jesus which is taken up from you into Heaven, shall so come in like manner,
And Peter telleth the Jews, Acts 3. 21. That the Heavens must receive him until the time of the restitution of all things Stephen saw him in Heaven when he was suffering for him, Acts 7.56. Behold I see the Heavens opened, and the Son of man standing at the right hand of God.
And Peter Telleth the jews, Acts 3. 21. That the Heavens must receive him until the time of the restitution of all things Stephen saw him in Heaven when he was suffering for him, Acts 7.56. Behold I see the Heavens opened, and the Son of man standing At the right hand of God.
And the Apostle Paul layeth it down as an infallible truth to all beleivers, Col. 3.1. If ye be risen with Christ, seek the things which are above, where Christ sitteth at the right hand of God.
And the Apostle Paul Layeth it down as an infallible truth to all believers, Col. 3.1. If you be risen with christ, seek the things which Are above, where christ Sitteth At the right hand of God.
Now Christ hath told us, that where he is, there we shall be also, John 14.2. And if any man will serve me, let him follow me, and where I am, there shall also my servant be, John 12.26.
Now christ hath told us, that where he is, there we shall be also, John 14.2. And if any man will serve me, let him follow me, and where I am, there shall also my servant be, John 12.26.
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Now is it not a desirable, as well as a peculiar priviledge, to be with Christ? Christian, wast thou ne're affected in reading the Evangelical story of Christ, with the singular priviledge which the Disciples of our Lord had, in their immediate attendance upon him,
Now is it not a desirable, as well as a peculiar privilege, to be with christ? Christian, wast thou never affected in reading the Evangelical story of christ, with the singular privilege which the Disciples of our Lord had, in their immediate attendance upon him,
and continuance with him, to hear and see what they saw and heard, and to be his bosom friends and familiar companions? and didst thou not wish in thy heart, that it might have been thy happy lot, to have been one of them? How much more comfortable and glorious will it be, to be with him in Heaven? The presence of Christ on earth was a joyful presence to the Disciples,
and Continuance with him, to hear and see what they saw and herd, and to be his bosom Friends and familiar Sodales? and didst thou not wish in thy heart, that it might have been thy happy lot, to have been one of them? How much more comfortable and glorious will it be, to be with him in Heaven? The presence of christ on earth was a joyful presence to the Disciples,
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for while the Bridegroome was with them they could not mourne, Mat. 9.5. But when he told them, that he should be taken from them, their hearts were filled with sorrow.
for while the Bridegroom was with them they could not mourn, Mathew 9.5. But when he told them, that he should be taken from them, their hearts were filled with sorrow.
and thou, that hast been ravished with-the sweetness and powerful influence of his spiritual presence in his Ordinances, wherein thou shalt in the end of thy dayes drink with him of the wine of the Kindom of God, pressed from the clusters of the heavenly Canaan.
and thou, that hast been ravished with-the sweetness and powerful influence of his spiritual presence in his Ordinances, wherein thou shalt in the end of thy days drink with him of the wine of the Kingdom of God, pressed from the clusters of the heavenly Canaan.
Christ chargeth Mary, who had the honour first to see him after his Resurrection, to forbear his bodily presence, saying, touch me not, for I am not yet ascended unto my Father, John 20.17.
christ charges Marry, who had the honour First to see him After his Resurrection, to forbear his bodily presence, saying, touch me not, for I am not yet ascended unto my Father, John 20.17.
Or on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the Heavens, Chap. 8.1. Now Christs throne shall be the Saints throne, as he hath promised, Rev. 3.21. To him that overcometh, will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne.
Or on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the Heavens, Chap. 8.1. Now Christ throne shall be the Saints throne, as he hath promised, Rev. 3.21. To him that Overcometh, will I grant to fit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am Set down with my Father in his throne.
Christ hath prayed his Father, and declared this as his Will to his Father, John 17.24. Father I will, that these whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me.
christ hath prayed his Father, and declared this as his Will to his Father, John 17.24. Father I will, that these whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me.
And shall they only be spectators of it? shall not the beholding of the glory of Christ in Heaven be as powerful to change the Saints into the same glory,
And shall they only be spectators of it? shall not the beholding of the glory of christ in Heaven be as powerful to change the Saints into the same glory,
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then what Christ hath assured us of by his own grant, and promise unto us, Joh. 17.22 And the glory which thou gavest me, I have given them that they may be one, as we are one.
then what christ hath assured us of by his own grant, and promise unto us, John 17.22 And the glory which thou Gavest me, I have given them that they may be one, as we Are one.
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and as they are revealed unto our capacity in the Heavenly records of Divine writ, the glory of Heaven seemeth to be the highest degree of spirituality.
and as they Are revealed unto our capacity in the Heavenly records of Divine writ, the glory of Heaven seems to be the highest degree of spirituality.
And if we cloth the nature of a spirit, with the Attributes of God, as they are made known unto us by himself, it is the highest conception we can have of him.
And if we cloth the nature of a Spirit, with the Attributes of God, as they Are made known unto us by himself, it is the highest conception we can have of him.
For God is a Spirit, or a spiritual substance, most Holy, most Wise, Eternal, Infinite, as that holy and famous writer of ours hath described, or defined him.
For God is a Spirit, or a spiritual substance, most Holy, most Wise, Eternal, Infinite, as that holy and famous writer of ours hath described, or defined him.
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The Angels are Spirits, or ministring Spirits, Heb. 1.14. The Souls of the Saints in Heaven are Spirits, the Spirits of just men made perfect, Heb. 12.23.
The Angels Are Spirits, or ministering Spirits, Hebrew 1.14. The Souls of the Saints in Heaven Are Spirits, the Spirits of just men made perfect, Hebrew 12.23.
and others with him, or as it shall be glorified after the Resurrection, even the body of all beleivers, it will appear still, that the spirituality of the Heavenly state is the glory of it.
and Others with him, or as it shall be glorified After the Resurrection, even the body of all believers, it will appear still, that the spirituality of the Heavenly state is the glory of it.
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The Apostle Paul speaking of Christs coming from hence to raise the body, and to glorifie it, saith Phil 3.21. That he shall change our vile body, and make it like unto his glorious body, by the power whereby he is able to subdue all things unto himself.
The Apostle Paul speaking of Christ coming from hence to raise the body, and to Glorify it, Says Philip 3.21. That he shall change our vile body, and make it like unto his glorious body, by the power whereby he is able to subdue all things unto himself.
And if the nature of grace in the Saints on earth be spiritual, and the fruits of the spirit in them, constituting them a spiritual people, Gal 6.1. Whereby they are blessed with spiritual blessings in heavenly places or things;
And if the nature of grace in the Saints on earth be spiritual, and the fruits of the Spirit in them, constituting them a spiritual people, Gall 6.1. Whereby they Are blessed with spiritual blessings in heavenly places or things;
it will follow that the state of glory must be a spiritual state for the, soul, in a higher degreee of spirituality, glory being grace consummate, as grace is glory inchoate. Now the soul is raised unto the glorious degree of perfection and spirituality in the heavenly presence of Christ, by being fill'd with the fulness of God,
it will follow that the state of glory must be a spiritual state for thee, soul, in a higher degree of spirituality, glory being grace consummate, as grace is glory inchoate. Now the soul is raised unto the glorious degree of perfection and spirituality in the heavenly presence of christ, by being filled with the fullness of God,
but is fully made known in Heaven by the beatifical vision of God himself letting out his love without measure into the soul, whereby it is sublimated,
but is Fully made known in Heaven by the beatifical vision of God himself letting out his love without measure into the soul, whereby it is sublimated,
Thirdly, to be with Christ, is to be with them that are with Christ, and to have fellowship with the heavenly society of Angels and Saints in the presence of Christ, Heb. 12.22, 23. Ye are come unto Mount Zion,
Thirdly, to be with christ, is to be with them that Are with christ, and to have fellowship with the heavenly society of Angels and Saints in the presence of christ, Hebrew 12.22, 23. You Are come unto Mount Zion,
First, to be with Christ, is to have society with all the blessed Angels of God, who worship Christ in heaven, Heb. 1.6. He saith, let all the Angels worship him.
First, to be with christ, is to have society with all the blessed Angels of God, who worship christ in heaven, Hebrew 1.6. He Says, let all the Angels worship him.
for because I have seen an Angel of the Lord face to face, therefore he thought he must dye as appeareth by the foregoing verses An so Manoah, when the Angel appeared unto him, & did wondrously, Judges 13.23. Manoah said to his wife, we shall surely d•e because we have seen God, or an Angel of God for it is said before Manoah knew, that he was an Angel of God.
for Because I have seen an Angel of the Lord face to face, Therefore he Thought he must die as appears by the foregoing Verses an so Manoah, when the Angel appeared unto him, & did wondrously, Judges 13.23. Manoah said to his wife, we shall surely d•e Because we have seen God, or an Angel of God for it is said before Manoah knew, that he was an Angel of God.
But some of the Patriarchs and Saints entertained Angels with joy, as Abraham did the three Angels in the plain of Mamre, Gen. 18.8. who accepted his invitation, and did eat before him what he had dressed and provided for them.
But Some of the Patriarchs and Saints entertained Angels with joy, as Abraham did the three Angels in the plain of Mamre, Gen. 18.8. who accepted his invitation, and did eat before him what he had dressed and provided for them.
which the Authour to the Hebrews maketh use of, as a motive unto Christians to hospitality, Heb. 13.2. Be not forgetful to entertain strangers, for thereby some have entertained Angels unawares.
which the Author to the Hebrews makes use of, as a motive unto Christians to hospitality, Hebrew 13.2. Be not forgetful to entertain Strangers, for thereby Some have entertained Angels unawares.
yea with those Angels that have been made ministring Spirits for their good! Heb. 1.14. Are not they ministring spirits sent forth to minister for them, who shall be heirs of salvation? with those Angels that rejoyced at their conversion, Luke 15.10 I say unto you, saith Christ, that there is joy in the presence of the Angels of God over one sinner, that repenteth.
yea with those Angels that have been made ministering Spirits for their good! Hebrew 1.14. are not they ministering spirits sent forth to minister for them, who shall be Heirs of salvation? with those Angels that rejoiced At their conversion, Lycia 15.10 I say unto you, Says christ, that there is joy in the presence of the Angels of God over one sinner, that Repenteth.
but be also as the Angels Angels of God, Math. 22.30. They shall live as Angels, without these earthly comforts, and comfortable relations, they shall neither marry nor give in marriage;
but be also as the Angels Angels of God, Math. 22.30. They shall live as Angels, without these earthly comforts, and comfortable relations, they shall neither marry nor give in marriage;
they shall be like the Angels themselves, moving up and down as the Angels, and joyning in consort with the whole Quire of Angels, in singing Hallelujahs to him that sitteth upon the throne of eternal Majesty.
they shall be like the Angels themselves, moving up and down as the Angels, and joining in consort with the Whole Choir of Angels, in singing Hallelujahs to him that Sitteth upon the throne of Eternal Majesty.
Communion with Saints on earth in Gospel fellowship, whereby beleivers enjoy the comfort of the unity of the spirit each with other in spiritual administrations, is one of their great priviledges in Christ;
Communion with Saints on earth in Gospel fellowship, whereby believers enjoy the Comfort of the unity of the Spirit each with other in spiritual administrations, is one of their great privileges in christ;
Which he also urgeth as a motive to the believing Philippians, to persevere in mutual love and condord, phil. 2.1, 2. If there be any consolation in Christ,
Which he also urges as a motive to the believing Philippians, to persevere in mutual love and condord, Philip. 2.1, 2. If there be any consolation in christ,
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if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the spirit, if any bowels and mercies, fulfil ye my joy, that ye be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.
if any Comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and Mercies, fulfil you my joy, that you be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.
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that your esteem may be preserved, and your love so far increased, as to abound more and more to the precious Sons of Sion, and coheirs with you of the everlasting inheritance:
that your esteem may be preserved, and your love so Far increased, as to abound more and more to the precious Sons of Sion, and coheirs with you of the everlasting inheritance:
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Considering that ye shall shortly live together with Christ, when ye shall enjoy the society of all the faithful that are with him, those whom ye have never seen,
Considering that you shall shortly live together with christ, when you shall enjoy the society of all the faithful that Are with him, those whom you have never seen,
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an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens, 2 Cor. 5.1. This is no other then the Fathers house, which is built upon eternal foundations, an everlasting rock, the rock of ages;
an house not made with hands, Eternal in the heavens, 2 Cor. 5.1. This is no other then the Father's house, which is built upon Eternal foundations, an everlasting rock, the rock of ages;
or the least variation in being So that the Saints shall receive, and enjoy their eternal life and happiness with Christ, by the eternity of God himself, who is the only true God,
or the least variation in being So that the Saints shall receive, and enjoy their Eternal life and happiness with christ, by the eternity of God himself, who is the only true God,
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and dyeth not with the body, but immediately appeareth before God, according to the apprehension of St. Paul in my text, who therefore desired to depart, that he might be with Christ.
and Dies not with the body, but immediately appears before God, according to the apprehension of Saint Paul in my text, who Therefore desired to depart, that he might be with christ.
for to him to live was Christ, but in case he had dyed, he could not have been with Christ, according to his desire, had not his soul survived his body.
for to him to live was christ, but in case he had died, he could not have been with christ, according to his desire, had not his soul survived his body.
the truth and manner whereof will appear in these following demonstrations. I. Demonst. First, the Souls of the Saints are spiritually and inseparably united unto Christ.
the truth and manner whereof will appear in these following demonstrations. I. Demonstrate. First, the Souls of the Saints Are spiritually and inseparably united unto christ.
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because of righteousness, Rom. 8.10, 11. The spirit of Christ in the soul is a principle of eternal life, by conjunction of the soul with Christ, whereby we are quickned together with him, through which both our spiritual and eternal life is secured, the union of the soul with Christ being inviolable.
Because of righteousness, Rom. 8.10, 11. The Spirit of christ in the soul is a principle of Eternal life, by conjunction of the soul with christ, whereby we Are quickened together with him, through which both our spiritual and Eternal life is secured, the Union of the soul with christ being inviolable.
for who or what shall separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus? Rom. 8. latter end, I am perswaded, saith Paul, neither life, nor death, &c. As the hypostatical union of the Godhead,
for who or what shall separate us from the love of God in christ jesus? Rom. 8. latter end, I am persuaded, Says Paul, neither life, nor death, etc. As the hypostatical Union of the Godhead,
and humanity of Christ, could not be separated by his death, so neither the mystical and spiritual union between Christ and the soul, by the death of the Saints:
and humanity of christ, could not be separated by his death, so neither the mystical and spiritual Union between christ and the soul, by the death of the Saints:
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And if we consider the relation, which Christ standeth in to all the Saints, of a husband to his spouse, contracted together by an everlasting covenant, betrothed in loving kindness and faithfulness,
And if we Consider the Relation, which christ Stands in to all the Saints, of a husband to his spouse, contracted together by an everlasting Covenant, betrothed in loving kindness and faithfulness,
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and joyned together by the eternal spirit of grace, through which they enjoy the sweet embraces and mutual expressions of their conjugal union and affections;
and joined together by the Eternal Spirit of grace, through which they enjoy the sweet embraces and mutual expressions of their conjugal Union and affections;
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how can it be imagined, that the Spouse of Christ, or any particular Christians, should by their dissolution be deprived of so near a relation and firm union;
how can it be imagined, that the Spouse of christ, or any particular Christians, should by their dissolution be deprived of so near a Relation and firm Union;
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for the soul being a spirit, and uncapable of suffering the least alteration in its essence by the death of the body, from which it is only separated as the life thereof, it must of necessity retaine,
for the soul being a Spirit, and uncapable of suffering the least alteration in its essence by the death of the body, from which it is only separated as the life thereof, it must of necessity retain,
we are confident, I say, and willing, rather to be absent from the body, and present with the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.6, 8. The body is the Saints natural home, wherein, by a natural necessity, they are kept absent from Christ;
we Are confident, I say, and willing, rather to be absent from the body, and present with the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.6, 8. The body is the Saints natural home, wherein, by a natural necessity, they Are kept absent from christ;
But how the soul, being set at liberty and delivered from the natural bond and relation to the body, is immediately present with Christ, I shall explain with what clearness and brevity I can,
But how the soul, being Set At liberty and Delivered from the natural bound and Relation to the body, is immediately present with christ, I shall explain with what clearness and brevity I can,
yet it is but a separate part, and remaineth as a part during the time and continuance of its separation, having a natural inclination to be re-united to its own body, without which it cannot be perfectly happy,
yet it is but a separate part, and remains as a part during the time and Continuance of its separation, having a natural inclination to be Reunited to its own body, without which it cannot be perfectly happy,
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yet being but a part, it wants the natural perfection of its relation, and receiveth its happiness and glory but according to the measure of a part, waiting for the redemption of its body.
yet being but a part, it Wants the natural perfection of its Relation, and receives its happiness and glory but according to the measure of a part, waiting for the redemption of its body.
for a time to visit those mansions, wherein it shall abide for ever in the fulness of glory, with the assumed body made more suitable and spiritual for it at the resurrection.
for a time to visit those mansions, wherein it shall abide for ever in the fullness of glory, with the assumed body made more suitable and spiritual for it At the resurrection.
It appeareth also from hence, that it is no less then wilful murther, and consequently a breach of a great command, voluntarily to endeavour or hasten the dissolution of these two united parts of body and soul;
It appears also from hence, that it is no less then wilful murder, and consequently a breach of a great command, voluntarily to endeavour or hasten the dissolution of these two united parts of body and soul;
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Nevertheless the communion the Saints have with Christ, through faith and hope in him, is but weak and dark here, in comparison of what shall be in heaven,
Nevertheless the communion the Saints have with christ, through faith and hope in him, is but weak and dark Here, in comparison of what shall be in heaven,
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and these graces appropriato this present life and state, shall cease through immediate vision and fruition, whereby their love shall be perfect in the presence of its object.
and these graces appropriato this present life and state, shall cease through immediate vision and fruition, whereby their love shall be perfect in the presence of its Object.
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We see the things of God and of heaven through the glass of the Word and Sacraments, and the glass of the workes of Providence, in which glasses we may be said to see these things also,
We see the things of God and of heaven through the glass of the Word and Sacraments, and the glass of the works of Providence, in which glasses we may be said to see these things also,
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So that we know all things in a sensible manner, according to the first species and impressions made in the understanding, which it receiveth from the senses,
So that we know all things in a sensible manner, according to the First species and impressions made in the understanding, which it receives from the Senses,
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as when he revealeth and describeth himself, it is as having the members of our bodies and the passions of our minds, which we art to understand figuratively,
as when he Revealeth and Describeth himself, it is as having the members of our bodies and the passion of our minds, which we art to understand figuratively,
And thus when our Saviour instructed Nicodemus in the mystery of grace, and conversion to God, he telleth him, he must be born again, John 3.5. Nicodemus understood him at first literally, and rather wondred then believed;
And thus when our Saviour instructed Nicodemus in the mystery of grace, and conversion to God, he Telleth him, he must be born again, John 3.5. Nicodemus understood him At First literally, and rather wondered then believed;
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but Christs meaning is, if I have spoken to you of these heavenly and spiritual things in an earthly manner and sensitive way, by parables and similitudes,
but Christ meaning is, if I have spoken to you of these heavenly and spiritual things in an earthly manner and sensitive Way, by parables and Similitudes,
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as they are revealed (for they are therefore so revealed, that we might understand them) what dark and low, what short and weak apprehensions have we of them? Therefore a gracious soul desireth to be absent rather from the body and present with Christ, that it might fully know and understand the hidden things of eternity,
as they Are revealed (for they Are Therefore so revealed, that we might understand them) what dark and low, what short and weak apprehensions have we of them? Therefore a gracious soul Desires to be absent rather from the body and present with christ, that it might Fully know and understand the hidden things of eternity,
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Hence it appeareth, that there is an incapacity in humane nature, in the present state thereof, to apprehend and express the glory of heaven in the presence of Christ;
Hence it appears, that there is an incapacity in humane nature, in the present state thereof, to apprehend and express the glory of heaven in the presence of christ;
But which of the two it was at that time, it mattereth not so much, in that he is so clear in the Text, that for the attaining of such a condition, he absolutely declareth his desire to depart and to be with Christ, which all Christians conclude with him to be far better.
But which of the two it was At that time, it mattereth not so much, in that he is so clear in the Text, that for the attaining of such a condition, he absolutely Declareth his desire to depart and to be with christ, which all Christians conclude with him to be Far better.
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Thirdly, the souls and spirits of the Saints loosed and separated from the body, are swift and instantaneous in their motion to their appointed and desired place of bliss and happiness.
Thirdly, the Souls and spirits of the Saints loosed and separated from the body, Are swift and instantaneous in their motion to their appointed and desired place of bliss and happiness.
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For the motion of Spirits, they being without material and corporeal parts, cannot be successive, and so measured by time, and therefore it is in an instant.
For the motion of Spirits, they being without material and corporeal parts, cannot be successive, and so measured by time, and Therefore it is in an instant.
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But to speak also to every ordinary capacity, and to the unlearned, as well as learned in such natural principles, I shall illustrate this truth by Scripture instances and similitudes.
But to speak also to every ordinary capacity, and to the unlearned, as well as learned in such natural principles, I shall illustrate this truth by Scripture instances and Similitudes.
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The Angel Gabriel was caused to flye swiftly unto Daniel, when he was speaking in prayer, Dan. 9.21. Where the motion of an Angel is set forth by the notion of the fowles of the air, that flye and move exceeding swiftly.
The Angel Gabriel was caused to fly swiftly unto daniel, when he was speaking in prayer, Dan. 9.21. Where the motion of an Angel is Set forth by the notion of the fowls of the air, that fly and move exceeding swiftly.
We must conceive here, that Elijah was in an instant, or in the twinckling of an eye, transformed out of the natural qualities of his earthly body, and changed into spiritual;
We must conceive Here, that Elijah was in an instant, or in the twinkling of an eye, transformed out of the natural qualities of his earthly body, and changed into spiritual;
The like instance we have of our Saviour, when he ascended up into heaven in the view and presence of his Disciples, Acts 1.9. While they beheld, he was taken up, and a cloud received him out of their sight.
The like instance we have of our Saviour, when he ascended up into heaven in the view and presence of his Disciples, Acts 1.9. While they beheld, he was taken up, and a cloud received him out of their sighed.
And if the motion of a spiritual or glorified body be so swift, how much more the motion of a separate soul, which is a pure Spirit? Finally, we may in some degree apprehend the motion of the soul in its essence by the motion of its faculties:
And if the motion of a spiritual or glorified body be so swift, how much more the motion of a separate soul, which is a pure Spirit? Finally, we may in Some degree apprehend the motion of the soul in its essence by the motion of its faculties:
and how soon the soul can be in heaven and with God and Christ in its thoughts, we may judge by the spiritual and sudden ejaculations of the heart, whereby heavenly Christians are often and secretly ascending and descending between heaven and earth,
and how soon the soul can be in heaven and with God and christ in its thoughts, we may judge by the spiritual and sudden ejaculations of the heart, whereby heavenly Christians Are often and secretly ascending and descending between heaven and earth,
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And as the Saints before Christ's incarnation prayed towards the temple, the type of Christ, where the presence of God visibly manifested did in some measure contract and limit the omnipresence of God to their hearts and apprehensions in worshipping of him.
And as the Saints before Christ's incarnation prayed towards the temple, the type of christ, where the presence of God visibly manifested did in Some measure contract and limit the omnipresence of God to their hearts and apprehensions in worshipping of him.
As natural things tend to their center, by a direct motion, so the souls of all believers, are directed in their motion to Christ at dissolution, by the Ministery of Angels;
As natural things tend to their centre, by a Direct motion, so the Souls of all believers, Are directed in their motion to christ At dissolution, by the Ministry of Angels;
as in the Parable of Lazarus, Luke 16.22. And it came to pass, that the beggar dyed, and was carried by the Angels into Abraham 's bosome. Whether the soul be carried by Angels, only by conducting it in its motion;
as in the Parable of Lazarus, Lycia 16.22. And it Come to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the Angels into Abraham is bosom. Whither the soul be carried by Angels, only by conducting it in its motion;
since the soul moving according to the motion of its Angelical guides and companions is in an instant brought unto Christ its desired end and rest. III. Demonst. Thirdly, All the Saints stand in near and unchangeable relations unto Christ, through regeneration and spiritual adoption unto God;
since the soul moving according to the motion of its Angelical guides and Sodales is in an instant brought unto christ its desired end and rest. III. Demonstrate. Thirdly, All the Saints stand in near and unchangeable relations unto christ, through regeneration and spiritual adoption unto God;
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What bowels have Parents towards their Children, and Children again unto them? What indeared affections between loving yoke-fellowes? And how strong is the bond of brotherly love? All which long after,
What bowels have Parents towards their Children, and Children again unto them? What endeared affections between loving yokefellows? And how strong is the bound of brotherly love? All which long After,
Not only God himself, but Christ is their Father, and they his children, Isa. 9.6. His Name shall be called the everlasting Father, the Prince of peace. He is their Husband;
Not only God himself, but christ is their Father, and they his children, Isaiah 9.6. His Name shall be called the everlasting Father, the Prince of peace. He is their Husband;
And what engagements and affections soever there are in any or all these relations in the Bond of nature, there is much more in Christ and the Saints, through the God of Grace,
And what engagements and affections soever there Are in any or all these relations in the Bound of nature, there is much more in christ and the Saints, through the God of Grace,
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IV. Demonstr. Fourthly, the greatest promises made to beleivers in the covenant of Grace, are of the life to come, which they cannot inherit till they depart, and are with Christ.
IV. Demonstor. Fourthly, the greatest promises made to believers in the Covenant of Grace, Are of the life to come, which they cannot inherit till they depart, and Are with christ.
Thus Godliness is profitable to all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come, 2 Tim. 4.8. The Saints are heires of great and precious promises, which are summed up in that general promise of eternal life, 1 John 2.21. This is the promise which he hath promised us, even eternal life.
Thus Godliness is profitable to all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come, 2 Tim. 4.8. The Saints Are Heirs of great and precious promises, which Are summed up in that general promise of Eternal life, 1 John 2.21. This is the promise which he hath promised us, even Eternal life.
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Through which, though the heires of promise have strong consolation in regard of the immutability of God and his counsel and oath, wherein it is impossible that he should lye,
Through which, though the Heirs of promise have strong consolation in regard of the immutability of God and his counsel and oath, wherein it is impossible that he should lie,
yet most of them are yet in hope, and not in hand, and therefore through patience they wait for them, till they come to Christ, the heir of all things, with whom they are joynt-heires;
yet most of them Are yet in hope, and not in hand, and Therefore through patience they wait for them, till they come to christ, the heir of all things, with whom they Are Joint heirs;
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bearing up their hearts in the mean time with the hope set before them, Heb. 6.19, 20. Which hope we have (saith the Apostle) as an anchor of the soul both sure and stedfast,
bearing up their hearts in the mean time with the hope Set before them, Hebrew 6.19, 20. Which hope we have (Says the Apostle) as an anchor of the soul both sure and steadfast,
and which entreth into that within the veil, whither the forerunner is for us entred, even Jesus made an High-Priest for ever after the order of Melchisedech.
and which entereth into that within the veil, whither the forerunner is for us entered, even jesus made an High-Priest for ever After the order of Melchizedek.
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Therefore, beloved, be not slothful, but followers of them, who through faith and patience inherit the promises, Heb. 6.12. For ye have need of patience (saith the same Apostle) that after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise, Heb. 10.36. Which promise is no other then the Crown of life and righteousness, which Christ the righteous Judge shall give unto all those that love his appearing.
Therefore, Beloved, be not slothful, but followers of them, who through faith and patience inherit the promises, Hebrew 6.12. For you have need of patience (Says the same Apostle) that After you have done the will of God, you might receive the promise, Hebrew 10.36. Which promise is no other then the Crown of life and righteousness, which christ the righteous Judge shall give unto all those that love his appearing.
Thus we have shewed you, though in a weak measure, the glorious priviledge of the Godly in their death, in that their death bringeth them immediately unto Christ, according to my Text, For I am in a straight betwixt two, having a desire to depart,
Thus we have showed you, though in a weak measure, the glorious privilege of the Godly in their death, in that their death brings them immediately unto christ, according to my Text, For I am in a straight betwixt two, having a desire to depart,
as to give every one his portion, I shall weild this Text as a two-edged Sword, striking both wayes, to the godly and ungodly, to Saints and sinners, to beleivers and unbeleivers.
as to give every one his portion, I shall wield this Text as a two-edged Sword, striking both ways, to the godly and ungodly, to Saints and Sinners, to believers and unbelievers.
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how inconsiderable is it to the eternity of the Saints felicity with Christ, and the eternity of your own misery in Hell torments? Therefore Christ in the parable bringeth in Abraham thus speaking to the rich man in Hell, Luke 16.25.
how inconsiderable is it to the eternity of the Saints felicity with christ, and the eternity of your own misery in Hell torments? Therefore christ in the parable brings in Abraham thus speaking to the rich man in Hell, Lycia 16.25.
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Son remember, that thou in thy life time receivedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things; but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.
Son Remember, that thou in thy life time Received thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil things; but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented.
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The Prophet David also praying for deliverance from his enemies, describeth them by their temporal blessings, Psal. 17.13, 14. Deliver my soul from the wicked, which is thy sword, from men, which are thy hand, O Lord, from the men of the world, which have their portion in this life.
The Prophet David also praying for deliverance from his enemies, Describeth them by their temporal blessings, Psalm 17.13, 14. Deliver my soul from the wicked, which is thy sword, from men, which Are thy hand, Oh Lord, from the men of the world, which have their portion in this life.
yea to Doggs, for so the Scripture calleth the wicked, Rev. 22.15. Without are Doggs, and Sorcerers, and Whore-mongers, and Murderers, and Idolaters, and whatever loveth and maketh a lye.
yea to Dogs, for so the Scripture calls the wicked, Rev. 22.15. Without Are Dogs, and Sorcerers, and Whoremongers, and Murderers, and Idolaters, and whatever loves and makes a lie.
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Why tremble ye not at the sight of an inclosed corpse, and the open grave before your eyes? Ye also shall surely dye, O ye covetous worldlings, wretched drunkards, prophane swearers, unclean adulterers!
Why tremble you not At the sighed of an enclosed corpse, and the open grave before your eyes? the also shall surely die, Oh you covetous worldlings, wretched drunkards, profane swearers, unclean Adulterers!
for as it is the Saints priviledge in death to depart unto Christ, so on the contrary it is part of every sinners punishment to depart from him. Matth. 7.23. Depart from me, ye that work iniquity.
for as it is the Saints privilege in death to depart unto christ, so on the contrary it is part of every Sinners punishment to depart from him. Matthew 7.23. Depart from me, you that work iniquity.
nor abusers of themselves with mankind, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God, 1 Cor. 6.9, 10. And such are some of you.
nor Abusers of themselves with mankind, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the Kingdom of God, 1 Cor. 6.9, 10. And such Are Some of you.
Friends, what think ye of perishing, and being banished from the presence of the Lord and the glory of his power? when ye shall weep and gnash your teeth because ye shall see Abraham and Isaac and Jacob, and all the Prophets in the Kingdom of God, and your selves shut out, Luke 13.28.
Friends, what think you of perishing, and being banished from the presence of the Lord and the glory of his power? when you shall weep and gnash your teeth Because you shall see Abraham and Isaac and Jacob, and all the prophets in the Kingdom of God, and your selves shut out, Lycia 13.28.
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Augustine moveth a question, why the rich man could see Lazarus in Abrahams bosome, and Lazarus could not see the rich man in hell? and he giveth this answer to it;
Augustine moves a question, why the rich man could see Lazarus in Abrahams bosom, and Lazarus could not see the rich man in hell? and he gives this answer to it;
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Heaven is a place of light through the presence of the glory of God, and of Christ the Son of righteousness, wherein all the righteous shall shine as the Sun,
Heaven is a place of Light through the presence of the glory of God, and of christ the Son of righteousness, wherein all the righteous shall shine as the Sun,
But the state of the wicked shall be darkness and blackness of darkness, a total deprivation of the light of the countenance of God, and the comfortable presence thereof;
But the state of the wicked shall be darkness and blackness of darkness, a total deprivation of the Light of the countenance of God, and the comfortable presence thereof;
from which they shall be driven into the remotest distance of place and condition; and therefore it is called NONLATINALPHABET outer darkness, Mat. 25.30. Cast the unprofitable servant into outer darkness, there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
from which they shall be driven into the Remotest distance of place and condition; and Therefore it is called outer darkness, Mathew 25.30. Cast the unprofitable servant into outer darkness, there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
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And though this be the greatest loss imaginable, yet it is the least of your woe, in regard of the torments ye shall suffer in the Lake that burneth with fire and brimstone.
And though this be the greatest loss imaginable, yet it is the least of your woe, in regard of the torments you shall suffer in the Lake that burns with fire and brimstone.
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And the state of a damned soul after death, and the manner of a sinful soul entring into condemnation and torment after dissolution may somewhat be discerned by these following steps and degrees.
And the state of a damned soul After death, and the manner of a sinful soul entering into condemnation and torment After dissolution may somewhat be discerned by these following steps and Degrees.
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as a nicety rather then a necessary Subject for serious Auditors. First, Every wicked and unbeleiving person dieth in the guilt of all his sins unpardoned.
as a nicety rather then a necessary Subject for serious Auditors. First, Every wicked and unbelieving person Dieth in the guilt of all his Sins unpardoned.
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faith being the condition of the promise, and the application of the death and righteousness of Christ for justification, Rom. 3.25, 26. Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation, through faith in his bloud, to declare his righteousness,
faith being the condition of the promise, and the application of the death and righteousness of christ for justification, Rom. 3.25, 26. Whom God hath Set forth to be a propitiation, through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness,
Natural conscience in carnal men is for the most part peaceable & silent in this present life, delight & custome in sin hardning the heart and searing the conscience, which they labour to keep asleep, by diverting the thoughts to worldly objects,
Natural conscience in carnal men is for the most part peaceable & silent in this present life, delight & custom in since hardening the heart and searing the conscience, which they labour to keep asleep, by diverting the thoughts to worldly objects,
But as soon as ever the soul of an unregenerate person is separate from the body, this lyon awaketh & sleepeth no more, the faculties of the soul being alwayes in act and exercise, in a separate state, whereby his sins shall be alwayes before him,
But as soon as ever the soul of an unregenerate person is separate from the body, this Lion awakes & Sleepeth no more, the faculties of the soul being always in act and exercise, in a separate state, whereby his Sins shall be always before him,
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and ye shall ever behold them, for which conscience shall charge and accuse you, and in the fresh remembrance of them you shall lye down self-condemned for ever.
and you shall ever behold them, for which conscience shall charge and accuse you, and in the fresh remembrance of them you shall lie down self-condemned for ever.
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That the soul of every man, and consequently of the wicked, shall see and approach the powerful and immediate presence of God in his Divine nature and essence, upon their dissolution, is apparent, in that the spirit of man is said to go upward, Eccles. 3.21. And to return to God, who gave it, Chap. 12.7.
That the soul of every man, and consequently of the wicked, shall see and approach the powerful and immediate presence of God in his Divine nature and essence, upon their dissolution, is apparent, in that the Spirit of man is said to go upward, Eccles. 3.21. And to return to God, who gave it, Chap. 12.7.
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As also by the particular judgement immediately consequent upon death, whereby God appearing to conscience, decideth and determineth the eternal state and condition of every soul, preparative to the last and glorious appearing of Christ at the great and terrible day;
As also by the particular judgement immediately consequent upon death, whereby God appearing to conscience, decideth and determineth the Eternal state and condition of every soul, preparative to the last and glorious appearing of christ At the great and terrible day;
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For it is appointed unto men once to ye, and after this the judgement, Heb. 9.27. Which may include this particular judgement after death, whereof we are speaking, as well as the last and general judgement:
For it is appointed unto men once to you, and After this the judgement, Hebrew 9.27. Which may include this particular judgement After death, whereof we Are speaking, as well as the last and general judgement:
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Death being the unclothing and putting off off the earthly house of the body, the soul remaineth naked in respect of that clothing, which nakedness of the separate souls of the Saints is covered and clothed upon with the glory of their house in heaven, 2 Cor. 5.3.
Death being the unclothing and putting off off the earthly house of the body, the soul remains naked in respect of that clothing, which nakedness of the separate Souls of the Saints is covered and clothed upon with the glory of their house in heaven, 2 Cor. 5.3.
and thereby tormenteth it, which David calleth the rebukes of God, Ps. 39.11. When thou with rebukes dost correct a man for iniquity, thou makest his beauty to consume away like a moth.
and thereby torments it, which David calls the rebukes of God, Ps. 39.11. When thou with rebukes dost correct a man for iniquity, thou Makest his beauty to consume away like a moth.
which apprehendeth God only, as he appeareth to it, in wrath and displeasure, for without holiness no man shall see the Lord, that is, with peace and comfort, Heb. 12.14.
which apprehendeth God only, as he appears to it, in wrath and displeasure, for without holiness no man shall see the Lord, that is, with peace and Comfort, Hebrew 12.14.
Now consider, ye that forget God, can ye see and behold the wrath of his countenance? doe ye not tremble in your very thoughts of him? Surely the presence of an angry God will make every guilty soul to fear and tremble at his feet,
Now Consider, you that forget God, can you see and behold the wrath of his countenance? do you not tremble in your very thoughts of him? Surely the presence of an angry God will make every guilty soul to Fear and tremble At his feet,
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When Job came to see God with his eyes, he abhorred himself in dust and ashes, Job 42.6. The judgements of God made holy Davids flesh to tremble, Psal. 119.120. My flesh trembleth for fear of thee, I am afraid of thy judgements.
When Job Come to see God with his eyes, he abhorred himself in dust and Ashes, Job 42.6. The Judgments of God made holy Davids Flesh to tremble, Psalm 119.120. My Flesh Trembleth for Fear of thee, I am afraid of thy Judgments.
For the soul appearing before God in the guilt of all its sins which are the greatest contrariety & opposition against the holy nature of God, who cannot but glorifie himself, & vindicate his holiness;
For the soul appearing before God in the guilt of all its Sins which Are the greatest contrariety & opposition against the holy nature of God, who cannot but Glorify himself, & vindicate his holiness;
and contempt of favour heighten displeasure, and hereby wrath is treasured up against the day of wrath, Rom. 2.4, 5. Or despisest thou the richer of his goodness,
and contempt of favour heighten displeasure, and hereby wrath is treasured up against the day of wrath, Rom. 2.4, 5. Or Despisest thou the Richer of his Goodness,
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Consider, who among you shall dwell with the devouring fire, and who among you shall dwell with everlasting burnings? The wrath of the Lord is the lake of fire and brimstone of which the Scripture so often speaketh;
Consider, who among you shall dwell with the devouring fire, and who among you shall dwell with everlasting burnings? The wrath of the Lord is the lake of fire and brimstone of which the Scripture so often speaks;
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this is hell it self, wherein God himself is the tormentor, who by his wrath kindleth those unquencheable flames, Isa. 30.33. For Tophet is ordained of old, yea for the King it is prepared he bath made it deep and large:
this is hell it self, wherein God himself is the tormentor, who by his wrath kindleth those unquenchable flames, Isaiah 30.33. For Tophet is ordained of old, yea for the King it is prepared he both made it deep and large:
In this Scripture the Lord denounceth hell to King Sennacherib, in describing whereof the Prophet alludeth to the fires in the valley of Hinnon, wherein those Idolaters burned their children in sacrifice to Moloch; and that the parents might not hear the cry of their children, they beat up their ta•rets or drummes:
In this Scripture the Lord Denounceth hell to King Sennacherib, in describing whereof the Prophet alludeth to the fires in the valley of Hinnon, wherein those Idolaters burned their children in sacrifice to Moloch; and that the Parents might not hear the cry of their children, they beatrice up their ta•rets or drums:
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the heat whereof is intollerable, as of a fire made with much wood, and eternal, through the stream of wrath for ever flowing forth from God the fountaine of wrath to the wicked, the hot breath of whose mouth kindleth and bloweth up the everlasting flames of their endless sorrow and torments.
the heat whereof is intolerable, as of a fire made with much wood, and Eternal, through the stream of wrath for ever flowing forth from God the fountain of wrath to the wicked, the hight breath of whose Mouth kindleth and blows up the everlasting flames of their endless sorrow and torments.
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so insufferable? And if the paines of wrath but for one hour in hell cannot be recompensed with all the wealth of the world, who would venture the eternity thereof for the pleasures of sin, which are but for a season? The damned in hell apprehend the endlessness of their torments, by the immortality of the soul, the demerit of sin,
so insufferable? And if the pains of wrath but for one hour in hell cannot be recompensed with all the wealth of the world, who would venture the eternity thereof for the pleasures of since, which Are but for a season? The damned in hell apprehend the endlessness of their torments, by the immortality of the soul, the demerit of since,
And to seal up this bottomless pit upon such miserable souls, we may add, that if there might be any help in this case, either Christ must suffer once more to expiate Gospel disobedience,
And to seal up this bottomless pit upon such miserable Souls, we may add, that if there might be any help in this case, either christ must suffer once more to expiate Gospel disobedience,
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and being set down at the right hand of God, from hence expecting, that all his enemies should become his footstool, Heb. 10.12, 13. For if we sin wilfully after we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,
and being Set down At the right hand of God, from hence expecting, that all his enemies should become his footstool, Hebrew 10.12, 13. For if we sin wilfully After we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remains no more sacrifice for Sins,
but a certain fearful looking for of judgement and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries, verses 26, 27. And who can call time again that is past? If God should bring the Sun back upon the dial, by a contrary motion, through all those minutes of time it hath gone from the beginning of the creation,
but a certain fearful looking for of judgement and fiery Indignation, which shall devour the Adversaries, Verses 26, 27. And who can call time again that is passed? If God should bring the Sun back upon the dial, by a contrary motion, through all those minutes of time it hath gone from the beginning of the creation,
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Sixthly, the Soul of a wicked man, thus desparing under the implacable wrath of God, shall stir up it self against God, through malice and despite in sin, to curse and blaspheme him to his face.
Sixthly, the Soul of a wicked man, thus despairing under the implacable wrath of God, shall stir up it self against God, through malice and despite in since, to curse and Blaspheme him to his face.
and all the acts of the soul being purely evil and sinful without the least mixture of good, the soul must of necessity be so far from an humble acknowledgement, confession,
and all the acts of the soul being purely evil and sinful without the least mixture of good, the soul must of necessity be so Far from an humble acknowledgement, Confessi,
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and the tendency thereof, which doth naturally end in this degree of sin. 1. There is a natural enmity in every carnal soul against God, which remaineth for ever in it, where grace doth not subdue, and mortifie it.
and the tendency thereof, which does naturally end in this degree of since. 1. There is a natural enmity in every carnal soul against God, which remains for ever in it, where grace does not subdue, and mortify it.
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and consequently abiding in the soul after death, it will in like manner manifest it self to eternity, the Soul being wholly void of all sanctifying and renewing grace.
and consequently abiding in the soul After death, it will in like manner manifest it self to eternity, the Soul being wholly void of all sanctifying and renewing grace.
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Secondly, This enmity will more fully act after dissolution, by the total withdrawing of the spirit of God, whereby in this life it was limited and restrained.
Secondly, This enmity will more Fully act After dissolution, by the total withdrawing of the Spirit of God, whereby in this life it was limited and restrained.
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for the more quiet habitation of his people, without which their lives on earth would be altogether disquiet and uncomfortable, through the rage and fury of the wicked.
for the more quiet habitation of his people, without which their lives on earth would be altogether disquiet and uncomfortable, through the rage and fury of the wicked.
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But in hell there is not so much as restraining grace to dam up the fountain of corruption from breaking out and flowing forth in its full strength and liberty.
But in hell there is not so much as restraining grace to dam up the fountain of corruption from breaking out and flowing forth in its full strength and liberty.
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It is a sanctified affliction, through the love of God, that purgeth and taketh away sin from his children, who by his chastisements are made partakers of his holiness.
It is a sanctified affliction, through the love of God, that Purgeth and Takes away since from his children, who by his chastisements Are made partakers of his holiness.
So that the sinful habits, and habitual enmity of the soul, are increased and blown up to the highest degree of malice by despair under eternal punishment.
So that the sinful habits, and habitual enmity of the soul, Are increased and blown up to the highest degree of malice by despair under Eternal punishment.
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This being the highest degree of sin upon earth, the formality whereof is malice and revenge, we may easily be perswaded to believe, that hell is full thereof, where this malice is more stirred up by despair under these torments,
This being the highest degree of since upon earth, the formality whereof is malice and revenge, we may Easily be persuaded to believe, that hell is full thereof, where this malice is more stirred up by despair under these torments,
First, of Job, whom Satan supposed to be but a hypocrite, and tempt• … God to afflict him, with this confidence that he should curse him to his face, Jo• 1.11.
First, of Job, whom Satan supposed to be but a hypocrite, and tempt• … God to afflict him, with this confidence that he should curse him to his face, Jo• 1.11.
Whence it appeareth, tha• when God upon earth punisheth a people for their wickedness, with some extream calamity, under which they despair, looking upwards and seeing no help, the wickedness of their hearts will through madness and malice break out into cursing of their King,
Whence it appears, tha• when God upon earth Punisheth a people for their wickedness, with Some extreme calamity, under which they despair, looking upward and seeing no help, the wickedness of their hearts will through madness and malice break out into cursing of their King,
Which appeareth yet more clearly in the prophesie of the powring forth of the vials of the wrath of God upon the Antichristian party, in several plagues and punishments,
Which appears yet more clearly in the prophesy of the Pouring forth of the vials of the wrath of God upon the Antichristian party, in several plagues and punishments,
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when he saith, There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth, Math. 8.12. and 13.42, 50. That is against God, through fretfulness and malice, for so the phrase of gnashing the teeth is taken in other Scriptures. Psal. 37.12. The wicked plotteth against the just, and gnasheth upon him with his teeth.
when he Says, There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth, Math. 8.12. and 13.42, 50. That is against God, through fretfulness and malice, for so the phrase of gnashing the teeth is taken in other Scriptures. Psalm 37.12. The wicked plotteth against the just, and gnasheth upon him with his teeth.
but they are also for ever increased and renewed by enraging provocations of malice and blasphemy, whereby the soul requoi leth aagainst God, through anguish thereof.
but they Are also for ever increased and renewed by enraging provocations of malice and blasphemy, whereby the soul requoi leth against God, through anguish thereof.
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God punishing, & the soul sinning, and the soul sinning, & God punishing; in which torments the body shall partake with the soulafter its resurrection, being united again,
God punishing, & the soul sinning, and the soul sinning, & God punishing; in which torments the body shall partake with the soulafter its resurrection, being united again,
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but for further direction in it, I shall here make up the banks, to keep these desires in their right channel, which otherwise are ready to break out into unlimited and unlawfull currents.
but for further direction in it, I shall Here make up the banks, to keep these Desires in their right channel, which otherwise Are ready to break out into unlimited and unlawful currents.
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who also under the burthensomness of corporal distempers, often desire a release from their present paines, not knowing or considering, that thereby they shall immediately fall from their beds into hell.
who also under the burthensomness of corporal distempers, often desire a release from their present pains, not knowing or considering, that thereby they shall immediately fallen from their Beds into hell.
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Thus it was with that holy Prophet Elijah, when he was forc'd to flee from the rage and persecution of Jezebel, who threatned to take away his life, 1 Kings 19.34. And when he saw that, he arose and went for his life, and came to Beersheba and left his servant there;
Thus it was with that holy Prophet Elijah, when he was forced to flee from the rage and persecution of Jezebel, who threatened to take away his life, 1 Kings 19.34. And when he saw that, he arose and went for his life, and Come to Beersheba and left his servant there;
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Now if we compare with this story the expression of S. James, presenting Elias as an example of the prevalency of prayer, we may judge, that this passion was an infirmity in this Prophet, James 5.17. Elias was a man, subject to passion as we are;
Now if we compare with this story the expression of S. James, presenting Elias as an Exampl of the prevalency of prayer, we may judge, that this passion was an infirmity in this Prophet, James 5.17. Elias was a man, Subject to passion as we Are;
as to curse the day of his birth, and also through vexation of spirit under his afflictions to wish and long for his grave, Job. 3.20, 21, 22. Wherefore is light given to him that is in misery,
as to curse the day of his birth, and also through vexation of Spirit under his afflictions to wish and long for his grave, Job. 3.20, 21, 22. Wherefore is Light given to him that is in misery,
God hath appointed a particular service for every beleiver in his generation, which he should labour to finish, with David, before he falleth asleep. Acts 13.16. For David after he had served his own generation, by the will of God fell asleep.
God hath appointed a particular service for every believer in his generation, which he should labour to finish, with David, before he falls asleep. Acts 13.16. For David After he had served his own generation, by the will of God fell asleep.
Saint Paul declaring to Timothy the near approach of his dissolution and departure, forgetteth not to mention the finishing of his work in the Gospel, 2 Tim. 4.6, 7. I am now ready to be offered up,
Saint Paul declaring to Timothy the near approach of his dissolution and departure, forgetteth not to mention the finishing of his work in the Gospel, 2 Tim. 4.6, 7. I am now ready to be offered up,
and sorrow, and the full fruition of all the glory and happiness of his heavenly portion and inheritance? Let the spiritual ecchoes and silent answers of all true born Israelites resolve this question;
and sorrow, and the full fruition of all the glory and happiness of his heavenly portion and inheritance? Let the spiritual echos and silent answers of all true born Israelites resolve this question;
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This maketh the greatest afflictions of the Saints in this world so light unto them, while they look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen, 2 Cor. 4.18.
This makes the greatest afflictions of the Saints in this world so Light unto them, while they look not At the things which Are seen, but At the things which Are not seen, 2 Cor. 4.18.
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And therefore reckon with Paul, That the sufferings of this present time, are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in them, Rom. 8.18.
And Therefore reckon with Paul, That the sufferings of this present time, Are not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in them, Rom. 8.18.
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wherein they symbolize and sympathize with the whole creation, which desireth to be delivered from the bondage of corruption, into the glorious liberty of the sons of God, Rom. 8.23.
wherein they symbolise and sympathise with the Whole creation, which Desires to be Delivered from the bondage of corruption, into the glorious liberty of the Sons of God, Rom. 8.23.
Now therefore, for satisfaction to this case, and withall to remove and cure this uncomfortable distemper, I shall lay down briefly some of the chief causes, whence this fear may arise.
Now Therefore, for satisfaction to this case, and withal to remove and cure this uncomfortable distemper, I shall lay down briefly Some of the chief Causes, whence this Fear may arise.
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causing the air to descend to fill up vacuities in the earthly element, and the water to ascend, contrary to its nature, to supply the room and absence of the forced air, which we see in several experiments and ordinary inventions.
causing the air to descend to fill up Vacuities in the earthly element, and the water to ascend, contrary to its nature, to supply the room and absence of the forced air, which we see in several experiments and ordinary Inventions.
And hence it is that through fear we decline any eminent danger, and labour to preserve our natural beings, resisting dissolution, as the greatest natural evil.
And hence it is that through Fear we decline any eminent danger, and labour to preserve our natural beings, resisting dissolution, as the greatest natural evil.
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Therefore the Philosopher called death NONLATINALPHABET the most terrible of terribles; and Job, the King of terrors, Job. 18.14. This natural fear was in Christ himself, as he was man, when he approached his death and sufferings;
Therefore the Philosopher called death the most terrible of terribles; and Job, the King of terrors, Job. 18.14. This natural Fear was in christ himself, as he was man, when he approached his death and sufferings;
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and firm resolution, the spirit being willing, but the flesh weak in Christ himself But grace doth not only teach to deny self but is also powerful to subdue our natura wills and inclinations to the will of God, as it was also in Christ, nevertheless not my will, but thine be done.
and firm resolution, the Spirit being willing, but the Flesh weak in christ himself But grace does not only teach to deny self but is also powerful to subdue our Nature wills and inclinations to the will of God, as it was also in christ, nevertheless not my will, but thine be done.
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to take our last farewell, and shake hands with near and dear relations; to have our eyes closed, and no more to be opened upon these visible comforts;
to take our last farewell, and shake hands with near and dear relations; to have our eyes closed, and no more to be opened upon these visible comforts;
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If ye be Christians and risen with Christ, take the Apostles counsel, Col. 3.1, 2, 3. NONLATINALPHABET, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth at the right hand of God;
If you be Christians and risen with christ, take the Apostles counsel, Col. 3.1, 2, 3., seek those things which Are above, where christ Sitteth At the right hand of God;
and if worldly affections discompose the spirit, and render beleivers unfit for a natural dissolution, how much more will they entangle in a time of persecution.
and if worldly affections discompose the Spirit, and render believers unfit for a natural dissolution, how much more will they entangle in a time of persecution.
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Sometimes the death of the Godly is a streight passage, and a darke entrance, when together with the pangs of dissolution, the guilt of sin appeareth to conscience, the wonted favour of God is withdrawn, by removing his supporting presence,
Sometime the death of the Godly is a straight passage, and a dark Entrance, when together with the pangs of dissolution, the guilt of since appears to conscience, the wonted favour of God is withdrawn, by removing his supporting presence,
Methinks I hear such a heart cry out in the words of the Prophet David, Psal. 39.13. O spare me, that I may recover strength, before I go hence, and be no more seen.
Methinks I hear such a heart cry out in the words of the Prophet David, Psalm 39.13. Oh spare me, that I may recover strength, before I go hence, and be no more seen.
and as soon as ever death closeth the eyes of thy body, thy soul shall see the glorious face of God himself, to thy everlasting, though unexpected joy.
and as soon as ever death closeth the eyes of thy body, thy soul shall see the glorious face of God himself, to thy everlasting, though unexpected joy.
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Therefore imitate and follow the steps of Christ thy forerunner, who in the same condition of desertion exercised faith upon the cross, saying, Mat. 27.46.
Therefore imitate and follow the steps of christ thy forerunner, who in the same condition of desertion exercised faith upon the cross, saying, Mathew 27.46.
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It is true what the beloved Disciple and Apostle asserts, 1 John 3.2. Beloved, now are we the Sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be but we know we shall be;
It is true what the Beloved Disciple and Apostle asserts, 1 John 3.2. beloved, now Are we the Sons of God, and it does not yet appear what we shall be but we know we shall be;
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as we doe the glory of the Sun by its reflexion in still waters. For as it is written, 1 Cor. 2.9. Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entred into the heart of man, the things which God hath revealed unto them that love him;
as we do the glory of the Sun by its reflection in still waters. For as it is written, 1 Cor. 2.9. Eye hath not seen, nor ear herd, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath revealed unto them that love him;
It would be endless to gather together those pieces of heaven, which like rich pearles and sparkling diamonds lye scattered up and down the Scriptures.
It would be endless to gather together those Pieces of heaven, which like rich Pearls and sparkling diamonds lie scattered up and down the Scriptures.
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Who would not endure the strongest paines for heavenly pleasures? who would not shoot this gulph for eternal gain? who would not dare to dye once, that he might live,
Who would not endure the Strongest pains for heavenly pleasures? who would not shoot this gulf for Eternal gain? who would not Dare to die once, that he might live,
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Wherefore hath God given thee a being, and breathed into thy nostrils the breath of life? Why did not she that bare thee miscarry before she had reckoned her months, that thou wast not the untimely fruit of the womb? why wast thou not stifled in the birth,
Wherefore hath God given thee a being, and breathed into thy nostrils the breath of life? Why did not she that bore thee miscarry before she had reckoned her months, that thou wast not the untimely fruit of the womb? why waste thou not stifled in the birth,
as a blossome withered through sudden blasting? By how many preventing and preserving providences hath thy life been renewed and continued unto thee, that thou still drawest thy breath,
as a blossom withered through sudden blasting? By how many preventing and preserving providences hath thy life been renewed and continued unto thee, that thou still drawest thy breath,
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and swallowest thy spittle? what account canst thou give of the golden talent of time God hath betrusted thee withal, upon every moment whereof dependeth eternity? Call to mind the dayes that are past and gone,
and swallowest thy spittle? what account Canst thou give of the golden talon of time God hath betrusted thee withal, upon every moment whereof dependeth eternity? Call to mind the days that Are past and gone,
Art thou born to sin? or dost thou therefore sin, that thou mayst shorten thy dayes, by hastening to fill up the measure of thine iniquity? why shouldst thou dye before thy time? Is there no measure of sin,
Art thou born to since? or dost thou Therefore since, that thou Mayest shorten thy days, by hastening to fill up the measure of thine iniquity? why Shouldst thou die before thy time? Is there no measure of since,
or bounds of profaneness, that thou drinkest in sin, as the fish the water, and drawest iniquity with cart ropes and the cords of vanity? O make not so much hast to hell, thou wilt be there too soon;
or bounds of profaneness, that thou drinkest in since, as the Fish the water, and drawest iniquity with cart ropes and the cords of vanity? O make not so much hast to hell, thou wilt be there too soon;
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and if thou canst be serious at such a solemn assembly and sad occasion, tell me if thou canst venture this night thy eternal condition to be determined upon thee by a sudden dissolution? Art thou ready to be uncloathed,
and if thou Canst be serious At such a solemn assembly and sad occasion, tell me if thou Canst venture this night thy Eternal condition to be determined upon thee by a sudden dissolution? Art thou ready to be Unclothed,
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and a drudge to Satan. If thou knewest the worth of an immortal spirit, thou wouldest not barter it away to the Devil for such short and empty pleasures,
and a drudge to Satan. If thou Knewest the worth of an immortal Spirit, thou Wouldst not barter it away to the devil for such short and empty pleasures,
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and through compassion save a soul from death (for knowing the terrour of the Lord we perswade men) oh resist not the counsell of God to thy destruction;
and through compassion save a soul from death (for knowing the terror of the Lord we persuade men) o resist not the counsel of God to thy destruction;
but accept of direction from an unworthy labourer in the Lords vineyard, who shall rejoyce to become an instrument of bringing thee in to God, that thou mayest be translated from the power of darkness into the Kingdom of his dear Son.
but accept of direction from an unworthy labourer in the lords vineyard, who shall rejoice to become an Instrument of bringing thee in to God, that thou Mayest be translated from the power of darkness into the Kingdom of his dear Son.
Examine thy heart and wayes by the infallible touchstone of the word of God, and try the rectitude or declination of thy soul by this line and plummet.
Examine thy heart and ways by the infallible touchstone of the word of God, and try the rectitude or declination of thy soul by this line and plummet.
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when this book, with the rest of those bookes mentioned by Saint John in his Revelation, shall be opened, Rev. 20.12. And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God, and the bookes were opened;
when this book, with the rest of those books mentioned by Saint John in his Revelation, shall be opened, Rev. 20.12. And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God, and the books were opened;
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and sinners? But how canst thou beleive, and still persevere in prophaneness, and a wicked and licentious conversation? Suppose thou shouldest see one of thy old acquaintance and companions in iniquity now in torments, arise out of his grave,
and Sinners? But how Canst thou believe, and still persevere in profaneness, and a wicked and licentious Conversation? Suppose thou Shouldst see one of thy old acquaintance and Sodales in iniquity now in torments, arise out of his grave,
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and the unexpressible paines they endure there, and withal, falling prostrate at thy feet, with cryes and teares beseech thee to repent and accept of the riches of mercy now offered unto thee in the Gospel, that thou mightest not perish in the same condemnation and destruction;
and the unexpressible pains they endure there, and withal, falling prostrate At thy feet, with cries and tears beseech thee to Repent and accept of the riches of mercy now offered unto thee in the Gospel, that thou Mightest not perish in the same condemnation and destruction;
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and dost thou remain still secure and obstinate? It is to be feared, if thou beleivest not the report of God, that thou wouldest not beleive the report of man,
and dost thou remain still secure and obstinate? It is to be feared, if thou Believest not the report of God, that thou Wouldst not believe the report of man,
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As Abraham told the rich man in hell, intreating him to send Lazarus from the dead unto his Fathers house, to his five brethren, to testifie unto them least they should come to that place of torment, Luke. 16.29, 31. They have Moses and the Prophets, let them hear them;
As Abraham told the rich man in hell, entreating him to send Lazarus from the dead unto his Father's house, to his five brothers, to testify unto them lest they should come to that place of torment, Lycia. 16.29, 31. They have Moses and the prophets, let them hear them;
Let every soul then enquire after God, and examine the evidences of his salvation, the grounds of his hope, the fruits of repentance, the signes of regeneration,
Let every soul then inquire After God, and examine the evidences of his salvation, the grounds of his hope, the fruits of Repentance, the Signs of regeneration,
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stand in awe therefore and sin not, for the patience of God to every carnal soul persisting in rebellion and disobedience, is but a present suspension of eternal wrath, which may suddenly break forth,
stand in awe Therefore and sin not, for the patience of God to every carnal soul persisting in rebellion and disobedience, is but a present suspension of Eternal wrath, which may suddenly break forth,
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for because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the Sons of men is fully set in them to doe evil, Eccle. 8.11.
for Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, Therefore the heart of the Sons of men is Fully Set in them to do evil, Eccle. 8.11.
Whereas if the Lord should execute his wrath immediately upon every profane person in the act of sin, what fear would surprise your hearts? who would swear a profane oath if he were sure to dye as soon as the word is out of his mouth? who would commit adultery,
Whereas if the Lord should execute his wrath immediately upon every profane person in the act of since, what Fear would surprise your hearts? who would swear a profane oath if he were sure to die as soon as the word is out of his Mouth? who would commit adultery,
because through patience it is deferred in the execution of justice, and recompense upon ungodly men? For ye are not only by nature the children of wrath,
Because through patience it is deferred in the execution of Justice, and recompense upon ungodly men? For you Are not only by nature the children of wrath,
Therefore let no man deceive himself with vain confidence and presumption, as if God had said in vain, that he will render to every man according to his deedes.
Therefore let no man deceive himself with vain confidence and presumption, as if God had said in vain, that he will render to every man according to his Deeds.
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Ʋnto them that are contentious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousness, indignation and wrath, tribulation and anguish upon every soul of man that doth evil, of the Jew first,
Ʋnto them that Are contentious, and obey not the truth, but obey unrighteousness, Indignation and wrath, tribulation and anguish upon every soul of man that does evil, of the Jew First,
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When the temptation is before you, the place present, and the company of evil workers ready to joyn with you in any unlawful and sinful enterprise or design, remember that hell is kindled,
When the temptation is before you, the place present, and the company of evil workers ready to join with you in any unlawful and sinful enterprise or Design, Remember that hell is kindled,
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and ever falling in that pi•? Our Saviour tells those that offend his little ones, Matth. 18.6. That it were better a milstone were hanged about their necks, and they cast into the bottom of the sea.
and ever falling in that pi•? Our Saviour tells those that offend his little ones, Matthew 18.6. That it were better a millstone were hanged about their necks, and they cast into the bottom of the sea.
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Were there any hope for such to arise from perishing under the mighty waters? And is there not much more weight in the infinite wrath of an omnipotent God, to sink you down to the nethermost hell,
Were there any hope for such to arise from perishing under the mighty waters? And is there not much more weight in the infinite wrath of an omnipotent God, to sink you down to the nethermost hell,
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and to keep you under the foaming billowes and raging and roaring waves of the Lake of burning brimstone? O that ye would consider this, ye that forget God,
and to keep you under the foaming billows and raging and roaring waves of the Lake of burning brimstone? O that you would Consider this, you that forget God,
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and the white flashings of lightning turn you into darke holes to hide your heads? how fair a morning had the wicked Sodomites, when the Sun arose so gloriously upon their City,
and the white flashings of lightning turn you into dark holes to hide your Heads? how fair a morning had the wicked Sodomites, when the Sun arose so gloriously upon their city,
Therefore seeing that all these things shall be dissolved (when heaven and earth shall be in flames) what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation,
Therefore seeing that all these things shall be dissolved (when heaven and earth shall be in flames) what manner of Persons ought you to be in all holy Conversation,
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What rich provision hath God made for immortal souls, in sending the Lord Jesus Christ into the world, to suffer under the imputation of sin, that he might reconcile the disobedient and rebellious hearts of men unto himself? And how often hath this Gospel been preached among you, That God so loved the world, that he sent his only begotten Son, that whosoever should beleive in him should not perish,
What rich provision hath God made for immortal Souls, in sending the Lord jesus christ into the world, to suffer under the imputation of since, that he might reconcile the disobedient and rebellious hearts of men unto himself? And how often hath this Gospel been preached among you, That God so loved the world, that he sent his only begotten Son, that whosoever should believe in him should not perish,
How willing is Christ to save your souls, and to redeem you from wrath to come? Oh let not your unbeleif frustrate the grace of God, thereby depriving your selves of the benefit thereof so freely offered and fully revealed unto you.
How willing is christ to save your Souls, and to Redeem you from wrath to come? O let not your unbelief frustrate the grace of God, thereby depriving your selves of the benefit thereof so freely offered and Fully revealed unto you.
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and unworthy wretches, who disdain and slight such reports of mercy, and the rich mystery of Gods good will towards men in Christ, which the Angels admiring bow themselves,
and unworthy wretches, who disdain and slight such reports of mercy, and the rich mystery of God's good will towards men in christ, which the Angels admiring bow themselves,
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Is it not a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ came into the world to save sinners, whereof ye are the chief? What is the meaning of so many publique Assemblies every Lords day,
Is it not a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that christ Come into the world to save Sinners, whereof you Are the chief? What is the meaning of so many public Assemblies every lords day,
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and in whom ye say, that ye beleive? How can ye beleive that wallow in the mire of your unclean and polluted conversations? How can ye beleive, that commit iniquity with greediness,
and in whom you say, that you believe? How can you believe that wallow in the mire of your unclean and polluted conversations? How can you believe, that commit iniquity with greediness,
who lastly ascended into the highest heavens, and is there interceeding for his people, and ruling and reigning till he overcome all his enemies, whence he shall come again and appear the second time without sin,
who lastly ascended into the highest heavens, and is there interceding for his people, and ruling and reigning till he overcome all his enemies, whence he shall come again and appear the second time without since,
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It would be a Christ prizing faith, a heart purifying faith, a world conquering and crucifying faith, it would be a Saint loving, and a soul humbling faith;
It would be a christ prizing faith, a heart purifying faith, a world conquering and crucifying faith, it would be a Saint loving, and a soul humbling faith;
If ye were but sensible of the wants of your souls, as ye are of the straights and necessities of your bodies, it would not be so hard to perswade you to come to Christ the great treasury of all supplies;
If you were but sensible of the Wants of your Souls, as you Are of the straights and necessities of your bodies, it would not be so hard to persuade you to come to christ the great treasury of all supplies;
Now are not ye thus poor and blind and naked, and consequently wretched and miserable? And how freely doth Christ offer himself to become all fulness unto you, who is made of God unto all that beleive, wisdom and righteousness,
Now Are not you thus poor and blind and naked, and consequently wretched and miserable? And how freely does christ offer himself to become all fullness unto you, who is made of God unto all that believe, Wisdom and righteousness,
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what sure foundation can ye build upon, if Christ be not the corner stone, and rock of your trust and confidence? and to whom will ye goe for eternal life,
what sure Foundation can you built upon, if christ be not the corner stone, and rock of your trust and confidence? and to whom will you go for Eternal life,
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if ye refuse him, and reject the counsell of God, by persisting in unbeleif and impenitency? I can assure you from the word of God, that other foundations can no man lay,
if you refuse him, and reject the counsel of God, by persisting in unbelief and impenitency? I can assure you from the word of God, that other foundations can no man lay,
beleive in the Lord Jesus Christ, and ye shall be saved every soul of you; your sins shall be blotted out, and your iniquity shall be remembred no more;
believe in the Lord jesus christ, and you shall be saved every soul of you; your Sins shall be blotted out, and your iniquity shall be remembered no more;
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as those, that have no hope, which was Saint Pauls counsel to the Thessalonians in the like case, 1 Thess. 4.13, 14. which he presseth with a strong argument,
as those, that have no hope, which was Saint Paul's counsel to the Thessalonians in the like case, 1 Thess 4.13, 14. which he Presseth with a strong argument,
The patience of Job is set forth in Scripture for an example to all beleivers, who when he had heard out the relation of the evil tidings, which his sad messengers brought unto him, of his great losses in estate,
The patience of Job is Set forth in Scripture for an Exampl to all believers, who when he had herd out the Relation of the evil tidings, which his sad messengers brought unto him, of his great losses in estate,
and also of the sudden death of all his children, glorified God under all, Job 1.21. The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the Name of the Lord.
and also of the sudden death of all his children, glorified God under all, Job 1.21. The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the Name of the Lord.
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Let the Godly husband therefore rejoyce under his sorrow, and rather weep for joy that the wife of his bosom is translated into the bosome of Abraham, and taken into the presence and embraces of Christ her heavenly head and husband;
Let the Godly husband Therefore rejoice under his sorrow, and rather weep for joy that the wife of his bosom is translated into the bosom of Abraham, and taken into the presence and embraces of christ her heavenly head and husband;
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now knowing her no more after the flesh, but in Christ, in whom all natural relations are spiritualized by the medicinal union of fellow membership in his body, which is the church and the spouse of Christ.
now knowing her no more After the Flesh, but in christ, in whom all natural relations Are spiritualized by the medicinal Union of fellow membership in his body, which is the Church and the spouse of christ.
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and not only Christ standing at the right hand of God, but our dear and godly relations departed at the right hand of Christ, having put off the weedes & raggs of mortality and temporal misery,
and not only christ standing At the right hand of God, but our dear and godly relations departed At the right hand of christ, having put off the weeds & rags of mortality and temporal misery,
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I shall say no more in this case but what Christ said unto those, who followed him towards his death lamenting him, Luke 23.28. Weep not for me, but weep for your selves & your children.
I shall say no more in this case but what christ said unto those, who followed him towards his death lamenting him, Lycia 23.28. Weep not for me, but weep for your selves & your children.
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So weep we not forthe dead in Christ, but let us weep for our selves, and mourn over our dead hearts and their corruptions, that sin still dwelleth in us,
So weep we not forth dead in christ, but let us weep for our selves, and mourn over our dead hearts and their corruptions, that since still dwells in us,
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and withall let us follow Christ on earth, and the faith & footsteps of those who are with him, that when we depart, we may also be with Christ, which is far better.
and withal let us follow christ on earth, and the faith & footsteps of those who Are with him, that when we depart, we may also be with christ, which is Far better.
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Thus I come at length to lay down some spiritual directions and counsels to Christians in general, in reference to their comfortable and joyful departing unto Christ at their dissolution: Direct. I.
Thus I come At length to lay down Some spiritual directions and Counsels to Christians in general, in Referente to their comfortable and joyful departing unto christ At their dissolution: Direct. I.
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vexed also by Satan troubling their peace by his strong and powerfull temptations, who envying their comfortable and chearful estate, endeavoureth what he can to disturbe them, though he cannot destroy them:
vexed also by Satan troubling their peace by his strong and powerful temptations, who envying their comfortable and cheerful estate, endeavoureth what he can to disturb them, though he cannot destroy them:
besides the weighty and burthensome afflictions where withall many gracious hearts are sometimes ready to be overwhelmed, had they not secret supports under their oppressing tryals.
beside the weighty and burdensome afflictions where withal many gracious hearts Are sometime ready to be overwhelmed, had they not secret supports under their oppressing trials.
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And to rejoyce in the Lord alwayes, and again to rejoyce, Chap. 4. verse 4. who layeth it down as a character of the true spiritual circumcision, to rejoyce in Christ Jesus,
And to rejoice in the Lord always, and again to rejoice, Chap. 4. verse 4. who Layeth it down as a character of the true spiritual circumcision, to rejoice in christ jesus,
as well as to worship God in the spirit, Phil. 3.3. Joy is a fruit of the spirit as much as love, faith, and other graces, among which it is numbred, Gal. 5.22.
as well as to worship God in the Spirit, Philip 3.3. Joy is a fruit of the Spirit as much as love, faith, and other graces, among which it is numbered, Gal. 5.22.
And it is essential to the kingdom of heaven, and the state of grace in the soul, which is righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Ghost, Rom. 15.17.
And it is essential to the Kingdom of heaven, and the state of grace in the soul, which is righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Ghost, Rom. 15.17.
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For hereby an entrance shall be administred unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our blessed Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, 2 Pet. 1.10, 11. It is an uncomfortable state for a Christian to hang between heaven and hell,
For hereby an Entrance shall be administered unto you abundantly into the everlasting Kingdom of our blessed Lord and Saviour jesus christ, 2 Pet. 1.10, 11. It is an uncomfortable state for a Christian to hang between heaven and hell,
and in a moving ballance betwixt hope and fear, therefore we ought to give diligence, in the searching our hearts and examining our hopes, that our evidences may be clear,
and in a moving balance betwixt hope and Fear, Therefore we ought to give diligence, in the searching our hearts and examining our hope's, that our evidences may be clear,
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know ye not, that Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates, 2 Cor. 13.5. They that beleive have the evidence and witness in themselves, the spirit it self bearing witness with their spirits that they are the children of God, Rom. 8.16.
know you not, that christ is in you, except you be Reprobates, 2 Cor. 13.5. They that believe have the evidence and witness in themselves, the Spirit it self bearing witness with their spirits that they Are the children of God, Rom. 8.16.
And were we not too much strangers to our selves, and guilty of neglect, and careless presumption in the matter of our assurance, we might raise our comforts to a higher pitch and maintain a better grounded joy and confidence then we doe;
And were we not too much Strangers to our selves, and guilty of neglect, and careless presumption in the matter of our assurance, we might raise our comforts to a higher pitch and maintain a better grounded joy and confidence then we do;
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or else by a conceit of an impossibility thereof, voluntarily and totally neglect it, But ye, Beloved, build not your hopes and comforts upon slight and shallow foundations,
or Else by a conceit of an impossibility thereof, voluntarily and totally neglect it, But you, beloved, built not your hope's and comforts upon slight and shallow foundations,
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when your imprisoned and confined hearts were enlarged, and the Devil bound up from torturing & holding you captive under his tyrannical and malilicious power;
when your imprisoned and confined hearts were enlarged, and the devil bound up from torturing & holding you captive under his tyrannical and malilicious power;
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but for the strengthening of your confidence in him, and clearing your interest in his love, bring forth of the treasury of your hearts things new, as well as old;
but for the strengthening of your confidence in him, and clearing your Interest in his love, bring forth of the treasury of your hearts things new, as well as old;
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and reveiw the pillars and monuments you have set up in your hearts, for remembrance of special kindness and remarkable expressions of his love and faithfulness unto you,
and reveiw the pillars and monuments you have Set up in your hearts, for remembrance of special kindness and remarkable expressions of his love and faithfulness unto you,
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What have been your desires after him? how have ye trusted in him, and cleaved to him? what communion with him? what delight in him? what service have ye done for him? how faithful have ye been to him? what have been your private affections in duty,
What have been your Desires After him? how have you trusted in him, and cleaved to him? what communion with him? what delight in him? what service have you done for him? how faithful have you been to him? what have been your private affections in duty,
and your publique zeal in your profession? how have you improved his talents, and encreased your spiritual stock of grace? what growth in meekness, self-denial, patience, faith, love, knowledge, holyness and purity? what is the present frame of your hearts after so much means,
and your public zeal in your profession? how have you improved his Talents, and increased your spiritual stock of grace? what growth in meekness, self-denial, patience, faith, love, knowledge, holiness and purity? what is the present frame of your hearts After so much means,
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and abounding in the work of the Lord? Thus can ye manifest the truth of grace, by the exercise of it, the growth and fruitfulness of it? hereby your joy shall be full,
and abounding in the work of the Lord? Thus can you manifest the truth of grace, by the exercise of it, the growth and fruitfulness of it? hereby your joy shall be full,
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What a glorious evidence hereby had the beleiving Thessalonians, to whom the Apostle Paul writeth in their commendation, that their faith grew exceedingly,
What a glorious evidence hereby had the believing Thessalonians, to whom the Apostle Paul Writeth in their commendation, that their faith grew exceedingly,
and their love one towards another abounded, 2 Thes. 1.3. Happy are they that can ascend this mountain of assurance, and take a sight as from Mount Pisgah, of the heavenly Canaan, crying out with Saint John in admiration, 1 John 3.1. Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the Sons of God;
and their love one towards Another abounded, 2 Thebes 1.3. Happy Are they that can ascend this mountain of assurance, and take a sighed as from Mount Pisgah, of the heavenly Canaan, crying out with Saint John in admiration, 1 John 3.1. Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the Sons of God;
This is the Apostles counsel drawn from the great priviledges and promises of grace, 2 Cor. 7.1. Having these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse our selves from all pollution of flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.
This is the Apostles counsel drawn from the great privileges and promises of grace, 2 Cor. 7.1. Having these promises, dearly Beloved, let us cleanse our selves from all pollution of Flesh and Spirit, perfecting holiness in the Fear of God.
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Therefore take this necessary caution, of proposing any measure unto your selves, thereby to limit your utmost endeavours after the greatest measure of grace ye can possibly attain unto;
Therefore take this necessary caution, of proposing any measure unto your selves, thereby to limit your utmost endeavours After the greatest measure of grace you can possibly attain unto;
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and reaching forth unto those things which are before, we may press towards the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus, Phil. 3.13, 14. Wherefore, beloved, laying aside every weight,
and reaching forth unto those things which Are before, we may press towards the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in christ jesus, Philip 3.13, 14. Wherefore, Beloved, laying aside every weight,
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and the finisher of your faith, Heb. 12.1, 2. And since ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God, with whom ye hope to appear, mortifie your members which are upon the earth,
and the finisher of your faith, Hebrew 12.1, 2. And since you Are dead, and your life is hid with christ in God, with whom you hope to appear, mortify your members which Are upon the earth,
so ye would abound more, and more, 1 Thes. 4.1. That ye may at last stand perfect and compleat in all the will of God, working out your salvation hereby with fear and trembling, Phil. 2.14. Col. 4.12.
so you would abound more, and more, 1 Thebes 4.1. That you may At last stand perfect and complete in all the will of God, working out your salvation hereby with Fear and trembling, Philip 2.14. Col. 4.12.
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to and vertue knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, charity, that ye may not be barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of Christ;
to and virtue knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, charity, that you may not be barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of christ;
and tho rather give diligence herein, that ye may make your calling and election sure, 2 Pet. 1.5, 6, 10. Direct. IV. Redeem your precious time and the seasons of grace, for the time is short, saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 7.29. The time of life is short, the of health and strength is short, and consequently the time of grace and the opportunities thereof are short.
and though rather give diligence herein, that you may make your calling and election sure, 2 Pet. 1.5, 6, 10. Direct. IV. redeem your precious time and the seasons of grace, for the time is short, Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 7.29. The time of life is short, the of health and strength is short, and consequently the time of grace and the opportunities thereof Are short.
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Therefore see that ye walk circumspectly, or exactly, redeeming the time or season, because the dayes are not only short but evil, Eecl. 5.15, 16. And that not only in regard of the temptations and snares thereof,
Therefore see that you walk circumspectly, or exactly, redeeming the time or season, Because the days Are not only short but evil, Eecl. 5.15, 16. And that not only in regard of the temptations and snares thereof,
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Our Saviour knowing the day of his working and ministery to be short, having but a while to remain upon earth, took all occasions to finish his Fathers work, who sent him into the world, John 9.4 I must work the work of him that sent me, while it is day;
Our Saviour knowing the day of his working and Ministry to be short, having but a while to remain upon earth, took all occasions to finish his Father's work, who sent him into the world, John 9.4 I must work the work of him that sent me, while it is day;
And is not your night, Christians, coming on, and your Sun near setting, when the light of this present life, shall vanish and give place to the darkness of death? O that ye would keep an eye upon
And is not your night, Christians, coming on, and your Sun near setting, when the Light of this present life, shall vanish and give place to the darkness of death? O that you would keep an eye upon
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And be not slack in the work of the Lord, but double and redouble your diligence, that ye may be ready for the Masters call, and the Bride-groomes coming.
And be not slack in the work of the Lord, but double and redouble your diligence, that you may be ready for the Masters call, and the Bridegrooms coming.
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and for the laying in of a store and stock of grace and wisdom, by such rich advantages of trade and heavenly gain and profit, which they have lost and over slipped? Who now begin to look back with shame and sorrow upon the time of youth and strength,
and for the laying in of a store and stock of grace and Wisdom, by such rich advantages of trade and heavenly gain and profit, which they have lost and over slipped? Who now begin to look back with shame and sorrow upon the time of youth and strength,
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and the yeares of plenty, and fulness of the bread of heaven, bewailing their folly in not providing for the yeares of famine, wherein they will be glad of the gleanings of such fruitful seasons.
and the Years of plenty, and fullness of the bred of heaven, bewailing their folly in not providing for the Years of famine, wherein they will be glad of the gleanings of such fruitful seasons.
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gird up the loynes of your minds, and so run, that ye may attain, being swift to hear, not slothful in business, fervent in spirit, continuing instant in prayer, that God would fulfill in you all the good pleaof his goodness,
gird up the loins of your minds, and so run, that you may attain, being swift to hear, not slothful in business, fervent in Spirit, Continuing instant in prayer, that God would fulfil in you all the good pleaof his Goodness,
Fifthly, That ye may better redeem the present time of grace and mercy, exercise your hope with all sobriety in the use of temporal comforts, and enjoyments.
Fifthly, That you may better Redeem the present time of grace and mercy, exercise your hope with all sobriety in the use of temporal comforts, and enjoyments.
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and to bring them into subjection, that ye be not cast away, 1 Cor. 9.21. It is better to starve lust, then by pampering the body to make provision for the flesh to fulfill the lusts thereof.
and to bring them into subjection, that you be not cast away, 1 Cor. 9.21. It is better to starve lust, then by pampering the body to make provision for the Flesh to fulfil the Lustiest thereof.
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because ye are heirs of precious promises, and of a rich and glorious inheritance, whereof ye shall shortly take possession in the life that is to come,
Because you Are Heirs of precious promises, and of a rich and glorious inheritance, whereof you shall shortly take possession in the life that is to come,
While faith feedeth upon the promises of life and glory, and eyeth the great reward of happiness and perfection, the soul fainteth not under its burden,
While faith feeds upon the promises of life and glory, and eyeth the great reward of happiness and perfection, the soul fainteth not under its burden,
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neither is discouraged at the greatest difficulties in the way of its hopes; but becometh more lively and undaunted in contending with opposition, that it may break through,
neither is discouraged At the greatest difficulties in the Way of its hope's; but Becometh more lively and undaunted in contending with opposition, that it may break through,
This made David cease to envy the prosperity of the wicked, when his heart was raised to a sight of God in the Sanctuary, which so ravished his soul, that he brake out into that expression, Psal. 73.25.
This made David cease to envy the Prosperity of the wicked, when his heart was raised to a sighed of God in the Sanctuary, which so ravished his soul, that he brake out into that expression, Psalm 73.25.
Whom have I in heaven, but thee? and there is none upon earth, that I desire besides thee? And this will ween your affections & desires from earthly contentments, did ye often by faith visit your heavenly mansions,
Whom have I in heaven, but thee? and there is none upon earth, that I desire beside thee? And this will ween your affections & Desires from earthly contentment's, did you often by faith visit your heavenly mansions,
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Seventhly and lastly, Labour after a complying heart with the will of God under every dispensation of providence towards you in this earthly tabernacle.
Seventhly and lastly, Labour After a complying heart with the will of God under every Dispensation of providence towards you in this earthly tabernacle.
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Take heed of self-will and sinful will in opposition to the will of Christ, but lye prostrate at his feet, with a holy and an humble resignation of your selves to his will and pleasure.
Take heed of self-will and sinful will in opposition to the will of christ, but lie prostrate At his feet, with a holy and an humble resignation of your selves to his will and pleasure.
and let the consideration of your approaching ascension unto Christ in the highest heavens, sweeten every bitter cup which providence shall put into your hands,
and let the consideration of your approaching Ascension unto christ in the highest heavens, sweeten every bitter cup which providence shall put into your hands,
and despise the shame of all your sufferings for Christ, counting the sufferings of this present life, not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in you,
and despise the shame of all your sufferings for christ, counting the sufferings of this present life, not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in you,
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For all these things are short and uncertain, and at least but created delights and creature enjoyments, which Saint John describeth by the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eye,
For all these things Are short and uncertain, and At least but created delights and creature enjoyments, which Saint John Describeth by the lust of the Flesh, the lust of the eye,
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How much more the fulness of his love communicated without measure in the life that is eternal? Secondly, it is better then all the service, which the Saints can doe for God and Christ in their most perfect obedience here below Yea though we could say with Saint Paul, to us to live is Christ,
How much more the fullness of his love communicated without measure in the life that is Eternal? Secondly, it is better then all the service, which the Saints can do for God and christ in their most perfect Obedience Here below Yea though we could say with Saint Paul, to us to live is christ,
Lastly, It is better then the most uninterrupted fellowship the Saints are capable of with the Father and his Son Jesus Christ, in their nearest and most spiritual approaches, in the purest ordinances, or most heavenly meditations;
Lastly, It is better then the most uninterrupted fellowship the Saints Are capable of with the Father and his Son jesus christ, in their nearest and most spiritual Approaches, in the Purest ordinances, or most heavenly meditations;
and that by how much the immediate and glorious presence of Christ & God himself in heaven surpasseth the clearest discovery & manifestations of God to his chosen and precious & faithful people upon earth.
and that by how much the immediate and glorious presence of christ & God himself in heaven Surpasses the Clearest discovery & manifestations of God to his chosen and precious & faithful people upon earth.
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Hâ autem gloriâ (quod ad usum illius ottinet in salutis no strae mysterio) quodam modo sese abdicaverat filius in servi formâ, durante suae illius exinonitionis spatio. Beza in Johan. 17. verse 5.
Would autem gloriâ (quod ad usum Illius ottinet in Salutis no strae Mysterio) Quodam modo seize abdicaverat filius in servi formâ, durante suae Illius exinonitionis spatio. Beza in John. 17. verse 5.
