Practical truths tending to promote the power of Godliness wherein several important duties are urged and the evil of divers common sins is evinced : delivered in sundry sermons / by Increase Mather ...
THis Psalm is called Maschil of David. And it is the first Psalm which beareth that Inscription: possibly th•re was an Holy Song, used among the Hebrews of old that did begin with that word Maschil, and was therefore known by that name, whose Metre was observed in composing and singing this Psalm Likewise by that Title, the scope and main design of David therein seemeth to be intimated.
THis Psalm is called Maschil of David. And it is the First Psalm which bears that Inscription: possibly th•re was an Holy Song, used among the Hebrews of old that did begin with that word Maschil, and was Therefore known by that name, whose Metre was observed in composing and singing this Psalm Likewise by that Title, the scope and main Design of David therein seems to be intimated.
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For Maschil signifieth instruction or understanding. And that was Davids design in this (as in the other Psa•ms which bear the same Title) to instruct m•n, •nd give th•m to understand some use•ul mysterious Truths, which were not obvious un•o, or considered by ev•ry one.
For Maschil signifies instruction or understanding. And that was Davids Design in this (as in the other Psa•ms which bear the same Title) to instruct m•n, •nd give th•m to understand Some use•ul mysterious Truths, which were not obvious un•o, or considered by ev•ry one.
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There are two D•ctrines which the Prophet do•h here in••ruct •e•••n. One is concerning the difference between Righteous and Wicked men, the happiness of the one,
There Are two D•ctrines which the Prophet do•h Here in••ruct •e•••n. One is Concerning the difference between Righteous and Wicked men, the happiness of the one,
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ver. 10. The other Doctrine is that which the Psalm begins w•th, viz. That they are blessed Men whose sins are forgiven, ver. 1, 2. And it is worth• our observation, that David having propo•nded this Doctrine, he doth explain, confirm,
ver. 10. The other Doctrine is that which the Psalm begins w•th, viz. That they Are blessed Men whose Sins Are forgiven, ver. 1, 2. And it is worth• our observation, that David having propo•nded this Doctrine, he does explain, confirm,
and before men too, as God shall call thereunto, thats a good evidence of sinceri•y, •ven of one in whose spirit there is no r•igning guile. 2. This Doctrine is, confirmed by Instancing and producing Davids own experience.
and before men too, as God shall call thereunto, thats a good evidence of sinceri•y, •ven of one in whose Spirit there is no r•igning guile. 2. This Doctrine is, confirmed by Instancing and producing Davids own experience.
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but when he was brought unto a free and full confession, God so gave him, ver. 3, 4, 5. And elsewhere we read, that when he made an humble, penitent acknow•edgem•nt of his evils, •he Prophet Natkan told him, that God had put away his sin, 2 Sam. 12, 13. 3. He maketh application of the Doctrine thus explained and confirmed, by an useful inference herefrom, in the 6. verse. The Use which he makes of it, is plainly this, That Men should be much in Prayer to God,
but when he was brought unto a free and full Confessi, God so gave him, ver. 3, 4, 5. And elsewhere we read, that when he made an humble, penitent acknow•edgem•nt of his evils, •he Prophet Natkan told him, that God had put away his since, 2 Sam. 12, 13. 3. He makes application of the Doctrine thus explained and confirmed, by an useful Inference herefrom, in the 6. verse. The Use which he makes of it, is plainly this, That Men should be much in Prayer to God,
since it is so, that they are blessed whose sins are forgiven, and since it is so, that I upon a sincere confession of my sin, have found pardoning mercy with the Lord, every godly man will from my experience be encouraged to pray unto him.
since it is so, that they Are blessed whose Sins Are forgiven, and since it is so, that I upon a sincere Confessi of my since, have found pardoning mercy with the Lord, every godly man will from my experience be encouraged to pray unto him.
In order to the further prosecuting and clearing this D•ct•ine, there are three things to be enquired into. 1. What Prayer is? 2. Who are co•cerned in the performance of this Duty? 3 The Reasons why every Godly M•n doth and will Pray?
In order to the further prosecuting and clearing this D•ct•ine, there Are three things to be inquired into. 1. What Prayer is? 2. Who Are co•cerned in the performance of this Duty? 3 The Reasons why every Godly M•n does and will Pray?
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Q. 1. What is Prayer? Ans. Prayer is a mak•ng known •he d•sires of our hearts before God, in the Name of Jesus Christ, concerning things agreeable unto his will.
Q. 1. What is Prayer? Ans. Prayer is a mak•ng known •he d•sires of our hearts before God, in the Name of jesus christ, Concerning things agreeable unto his will.
Prop. 1. Prayer is a making known our hearts desire before the Lord, Rom. 10. 1. My hearts desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved.
Prop. 1. Prayer is a making known our hearts desire before the Lord, Rom. 10. 1. My hearts desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved.
Prayer doth not consist so much in words & outward expressions (though those are also sometimes necessary) as in hearty desires, which the Lord alone is witness of, Isai. 26. 8, 9. In the way of thy Judgements O Lord have we waited for t•ee.
Prayer does not consist so much in words & outward expressions (though those Are also sometime necessary) as in hearty Desires, which the Lord alone is witness of, Isaiah 26. 8, 9. In the Way of thy Judgments Oh Lord have we waited for t•ee.
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The Lords people there, make solemn profession that they did continue p•aying to God, and were resolved that t•ey would do so still, •o•h day and night continually, notwithstanding all the judgeme•ts they had bad experience of, they would not thereby be discouraged from praying and humble seek•ng to him.
The lords people there, make solemn profession that they did continue p•aying to God, and were resolved that t•ey would do so still, •o•h day and night continually, notwithstanding all the judgeme•ts they had bad experience of, they would not thereby be discouraged from praying and humble seek•ng to him.
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And a lifting up of the soul unto God, Psal. 25. •. and a pouring out of the soul before him, 1 Sam. 1. 15. all which expressions, shew, that in true Prayer the heart and the affections thereof are deeply eng•ged.
And a lifting up of the soul unto God, Psalm 25. •. and a pouring out of the soul before him, 1 Sam. 1. 15. all which expressions, show, that in true Prayer the heart and the affections thereof Are deeply eng•ged.
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Words without the heart, may be estee•ed Prayer by men, but not by the Lord, Psal. 17. 1. Therefore also, it is denoted by that of sighings and groanings, which are the work and motions of the heart, known unto the Lord alone.
Words without the heart, may be estee•ed Prayer by men, but not by the Lord, Psalm 17. 1. Therefore also, it is denoted by that of sighings and groanings, which Are the work and motions of the heart, known unto the Lord alone.
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Rom. 8. 26. Moreover, it is the will of God, •h•t Men should manifest the desires of their hearts before him, Phil. 4. 6. Let your requests be made known unto God.
Rom. 8. 26. Moreover, it is the will of God, •h•t Men should manifest the Desires of their hearts before him, Philip 4. 6. Let your requests be made known unto God.
The Lord expects that men should humbly declare before him what their desires are, by words and other signs that are expressive of the inward workings of the mind.
The Lord expects that men should humbly declare before him what their Desires Are, by words and other Signs that Are expressive of the inward workings of the mind.
He understands their thoughts afar off, th•t is to say, long before those thoughts come into their hearts, He knoweth that they will be the•e, Psal. 139. 2. Nevertheless the Lord will have Men to speak out their hearts to him, thereby to te••ifie •heir humility and sincerity in his sight.
He understands their thoughts afar off, th•t is to say, long before those thoughts come into their hearts, He Knoweth that they will be the•e, Psalm 139. 2. Nevertheless the Lord will have Men to speak out their hearts to him, thereby to te••ifie •heir humility and sincerity in his sighed.
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Prayer is a spiritual S•crifice, 1 Pet. 2. 5. Now Sac•ifice may not be offered unto any besi•es the on•y true God, Exod. 22. 20. Faith and Prayer are conjoyned as having the same object Rom. 10. 14. How shall they call on him, in w•om th•y have not believed? Men may believe in him, whom they may call upon or pray unto.
Prayer is a spiritual S•crifice, 1 Pet. 2. 5. Now Sac•ifice may not be offered unto any besi•es the on•y true God, Exod 22. 20. Faith and Prayer Are conjoined as having the same Object Rom. 10. 14. How shall they call on him, in w•om th•y have not believed? Men may believe in him, whom they may call upon or pray unto.
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The chi•f things which we are to pray for, viz. Grace, the pardon of Sin, the eternal Salvation of our Souls, the Lord alone is able to bestow those blessings upon us.
The chi•f things which we Are to pray for, viz. Grace, the pardon of since, the Eternal Salvation of our Souls, the Lord alone is able to bestow those blessings upon us.
If our pers•ns are accepted or if our prayers and service are so, it is upon Christs acc•unt, Eph. 1. 6. 1 Pet. 2. 5. Now there are severals t•ings implyed in praying, through the 〈 … 〉e of Christ.
If our pers•ns Are accepted or if our Prayers and service Are so, it is upon Christ acc•unt, Ephesians 1. 6. 1 Pet. 2. 5. Now there Are severals t•ings employed in praying, through the 〈 … 〉e of christ.
1. That in Prayer we are to look immediately upon Chr•••, and so unto God, Rev. 8. 4. The smoke of the Incense which came with the prayers of Saints, ascended up before God out of the Angels hands.
1. That in Prayer we Are to look immediately upon Chr•••, and so unto God, Rev. 8. 4. The smoke of the Incense which Come with the Prayers of Saints, ascended up before God out of the Angels hands.
but by the Priest Lev. 17. 3. 4, Thus must we come unto God by Jesus Christ, bringing our Spiritual Sacrifices unto him, that he may present them to the •ather.
but by the Priest Lev. 17. 3. 4, Thus must we come unto God by jesus christ, bringing our Spiritual Sacrifices unto him, that he may present them to the •ather.
The Lords Servants of old, were to pray, looking towards the Temple or Tabernacle, 1 King. 8. 47, 48. Psal. 138. 2. J••. 2. 4. because that was a type of Christ;
The lords Servants of old, were to pray, looking towards the Temple or Tabernacle, 1 King. 8. 47, 48. Psalm 138. 2. J••. 2. 4. Because that was a type of christ;
We must bear wh•lly upon Christs Interest, for access and success before the throne of Grace, Eph. 3. 12. 3. In these dayes of the New-Testament, praying in Christs N•me •impli•th a seeking for mercy on account of the satisfact•on which Christ hath already made unto divine Justice.
We must bear wh•lly upon Christ Interest, for access and success before the throne of Grace, Ephesians 3. 12. 3. In these days of the New testament, praying in Christ N•me •impli•th a seeking for mercy on account of the satisfact•on which christ hath already made unto divine justice.
The Prophet Daniel prayed that God would hear him for the Lords sake, Dan. 9. 17. But in the times of the Old Testament mercy was prayed and hoped for,
The Prophet daniel prayed that God would hear him for the lords sake, Dan. 9. 17. But in the times of the Old Testament mercy was prayed and hoped for,
because of that which Christ should do he•ea•ter, whenas in the times of the Gospel we pray for audience on the account of what Christ h•th already done.
Because of that which christ should do he•ea•ter, whenas in the times of the Gospel we pray for audience on the account of what christ h•th already done.
1 Joh. 5. 14. The holy Incense appointed under the Law, (which signified Prayer, Mal. 1. 11) was to be made exactly according to divine prescription, Exod, 30. 34, 35. so must prayer be,
1 John 5. 14. The holy Incense appointed under the Law, (which signified Prayer, Malachi 1. 11) was to be made exactly according to divine prescription, Exod, 30. 34, 35. so must prayer be,
even temporal blessings, so far as the Lord hath promised to bestow them, but especially spiritual and eternal blessings, (they being the c〈 … 〉ings spoken of in the Covenant) are to 〈 … 〉ed for.
even temporal blessings, so Far as the Lord hath promised to bestow them, but especially spiritual and Eternal blessings, (they being the c〈 … 〉ings spoken of in the Covenant) Are to 〈 … 〉ed for.
All this we see in that Rule or Platform of Prayer, (commonly called the Lords Prayer) which the Lord Christ hath given to his Disciples for their direction and imitation.
All this we see in that Rule or Platform of Prayer, (commonly called the lords Prayer) which the Lord christ hath given to his Disciples for their direction and imitation.
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What warrant had they from any word of God, to come before the Lord with such a request as that was? so when persons under deep affliction do out of the impatiency of their Spirits, pray and wish for Death, thats an unlawful desire:
What warrant had they from any word of God, to come before the Lord with such a request as that was? so when Persons under deep affliction do out of the impatiency of their Spirits, pray and wish for Death, thats an unlawful desire:
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Natural worship is that which if a man doth understand any thing concerning the nature of the blessed and glorious God, he cannot but know that such worship is due unto him.
Natural worship is that which if a man does understand any thing Concerning the nature of the blessed and glorious God, he cannot but know that such worship is due unto him.
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Christ tells the Woman of Samaria, 〈 … 〉 unconverted, that she should ask for living w〈 … 〉 Joh. 4. 10. Those that have not as yet a 〈 … 〉 heart, are bid to pray that the Lord would bestow it on them, Ezek. 36. 37. such as never ye• found God,
christ tells the Woman of Samaria, 〈 … 〉 unconverted, that she should ask for living w〈 … 〉 John 4. 10. Those that have not as yet a 〈 … 〉 heart, Are bid to pray that the Lord would bestow it on them, Ezekiel 36. 37. such as never ye• found God,
The whole Nation of the Jews, (wherein were few godly men comparatively) are commanded to pray in the most solemn manner, Zeph. 2. 1. ••mon Magus when in the gall of bitterness,
The Whole nation of the jews, (wherein were few godly men comparatively) Are commanded to pray in the most solemn manner, Zephaniah 2. 1. ••mon Magus when in the Gall of bitterness,
and under the bond of iniquity, was by the Apostle called upon to pray for the pardon of his sins, Act 8. 22. Are not ungodly men bound to repent? Where the Gospel is Preached, they are so.
and under the bound of iniquity, was by the Apostle called upon to pray for the pardon of his Sins, Act 8. 22. are not ungodly men bound to Repent? Where the Gospel is Preached, they Are so.
It is objected by some, that the prayers of the wicked, are an abomination, and how then is prayer their duty? ought they to do that which is a• •bomination? Ans. 〈 ◊ 〉 is indeed most true, that a corrupt tree ca〈 … 〉ing forth good fruit.
It is objected by Some, that the Prayers of the wicked, Are an abomination, and how then is prayer their duty? ought they to do that which is a• •bomination? Ans. 〈 ◊ 〉 is indeed most true, that a corrupt tree ca〈 … 〉ing forth good fruit.
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All the actions of ungodly men are abominable in the Lords sight, as proceeding from them, who are his enemies, Hag. 2. 14. but will any man therefore say, that such men must be altogether idle,
All the actions of ungodly men Are abominable in the lords sighed, as proceeding from them, who Are his enemies, Hag. 2. 14. but will any man Therefore say, that such men must be altogether idle,
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Now the holy Spirit, when he dwells in the heart, doth incline unto prayer, he causeth the grace, the habit of prayer to be in the Soul. Hence is that expression in the Scripture of a spiri〈 … 〉, Zech. 12. 10. when a man hath an hab〈 … 〉 nation unto prayer, wrought in his heart 〈 … 〉 holy Spirit of God;
Now the holy Spirit, when he dwells in the heart, does incline unto prayer, he Causes the grace, the habit of prayer to be in the Soul. Hence is that expression in the Scripture of a spiri〈 … 〉, Zechariah 12. 10. when a man hath an hab〈 … 〉 Nation unto prayer, wrought in his heart 〈 … 〉 holy Spirit of God;
He that hath the grace of knowledge is sensible of his •gnorance, and therefore prayes for more wisdome, Jam. 1. 5. He that hath the grace of Faith is sensible of his unbelief, and therefore prayeth against it:
He that hath the grace of knowledge is sensible of his •gnorance, and Therefore prays for more Wisdom, Jam. 1. 5. He that hath the grace of Faith is sensible of his unbelief, and Therefore Prayeth against it:
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and o• much Faith, and that made them pray, Lord, increase our Faith, Luk. 17. 5. he that hath the grace of Repentance, is sensible of the hardness of his own heart,
and o• much Faith, and that made them pray, Lord, increase our Faith, Luk. 17. 5. he that hath the grace of Repentance, is sensible of the hardness of his own heart,
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and to help them whatever their distresses may be, 2 Chron. 20. 12. Also by his Faith he seeth that God is willing as well as able to save those that seek unto him.
and to help them whatever their Distresses may be, 2 Chronicles 20. 12. Also by his Faith he sees that God is willing as well as able to save those that seek unto him.
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I• they be kept from communion with God in that way, though but for a few hours, they think that time long until they can have an opportunity of holy converse with him again. David loved the Lord;
I• they be kept from communion with God in that Way, though but for a few hours, they think that time long until they can have an opportunity of holy converse with him again. David loved the Lord;
that which was most injuriously charged upon Job, when Eliphaz said to him, thou restr••nest prayer before God, may be truly and sadly charged upon many poor creatures.
that which was most injuriously charged upon Job, when Eliphaz said to him, thou restr••nest prayer before God, may be truly and sadly charged upon many poor creatures.
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Are there not some, that are grown unto men and womens estates, that hardly ever prayed in their lives? how lamentable is their condition? Now that such may be convinced of their sin and misery, lay to heart a few Consi•erations.
are there not Some, that Are grown unto men and women's estates, that hardly ever prayed in their lives? how lamentable is their condition? Now that such may be convinced of their since and misery, lay to heart a few Consi•erations.
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as we see in Paul, whilst he was in the pangs of the new-birth, it was said concerning him, Behold he prayeth, Act. 9. 11. As for thee a sinful wretch, behold thou prayest not.
as we see in Paul, while he was in the pangs of the New birth, it was said Concerning him, Behold he Prayeth, Act. 9. 11. As for thee a sinful wretch, behold thou Prayest not.
The Lord looketh down from heaven upon thee, from day to day, behold he seeth thee sinning, but doth not see thee p•aying? then thou art far from any Conversi•n? Thou art amongst the number of the ungodly;
The Lord looks down from heaven upon thee, from day to day, behold he sees thee sinning, but does not see thee p•aying? then thou art Far from any Conversi•n? Thou art among the number of the ungodly;
and earnestly told of your duty, full many a time? yea, and do you not go with convinced Consciences, that you ought to pray u•to the Lord? And yet will you not do it? what will you say for your selves? or,
and earnestly told of your duty, full many a time? yea, and do you not go with convinced Consciences, that you ought to pray u•to the Lord? And yet will you not do it? what will you say for your selves? or,
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In the prosecution of this Use, we shall 1. Lay down some Motives to perswade. 2. Mention some Rules to direct in the due performance of this duty. For Motives:
In the prosecution of this Use, we shall 1. Lay down Some Motives to persuade. 2. Mention Some Rules to Direct in the due performance of this duty. For Motives:
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They are Heathen People that do not call upon the true God, Psal 79. 6. Prayerless m•n are not worthy of the name of Christians, Act. •. 14. 1 Cor. 1. 2. They that are only formal in Prayer, are no better then Formalists in Religion,
They Are Heathen People that do not call upon the true God, Psalm 79. 6. Prayerless m•n Are not worthy of the name of Christians, Act. •. 14. 1 Cor. 1. 2. They that Are only formal in Prayer, Are no better then Formalists in Religion,
as the Jews were, who wou•• •raw nigh unto God with their lips when their hearts were 〈 ◊ 〉 from him, Mat. 15. 8. 2 Tim. 3. 5. And the truly Religious are a generation of sincere seekers of the face of God, Psal. 24. 6. Hence the work of Conversion is in the Scripture expressed by that of •••ns being set a praying in good earnest, Zech. 12. 10. & 8. 21. 22. And they that are eminent in god••ness will be much in Prayer,
as the jews were, who wou•• •raw High unto God with their lips when their hearts were 〈 ◊ 〉 from him, Mathew 15. 8. 2 Tim. 3. 5. And the truly Religious Are a generation of sincere seekers of the face of God, Psalm 24. 6. Hence the work of Conversion is in the Scripture expressed by that of •••ns being Set a praying in good earnest, Zechariah 12. 10. & 8. 21. 22. And they that Are eminent in god••ness will be much in Prayer,
Therefore the Prophet Daniel chose rather to endanger his life, then to neglect his duty toward, God in this respect, Dan. 6. 10. And it is necessary as a means for th• obt•ining of go•d.
Therefore the Prophet daniel chosen rather to endanger his life, then to neglect his duty towards, God in this respect, Dan. 6. 10. And it is necessary as a means for th• obt•ining of go•d.
Therefore Peter said to Simon Magus, Pray God, if perhaps the thoughts of thine heart may be forgiven, Act. 8. 22. All promised mercies come to the Lords people upon their praying to him.
Therefore Peter said to Simon Magus, Pray God, if perhaps the thoughts of thine heart may be forgiven, Act. 8. 22. All promised Mercies come to the lords people upon their praying to him.
but that notwithstanding, Thus saith the Lord God, I will yet for this be enquired of by the house of Israeli• do it for them, Ezek. 36. 37. ye•, Prayer is necessary in order to a sanctified enjoyment of temporal blessings, 1 Tim. 4. 4, 5. Every creature of God is good,
but that notwithstanding, Thus Says the Lord God, I will yet for this be inquired of by the house of Israeli• do it for them, Ezekiel 36. 37. ye•, Prayer is necessary in order to a sanctified enjoyment of temporal blessings, 1 Tim. 4. 4, 5. Every creature of God is good,
Yea, godly men have sometimes intimacy of communion with God, and with Jesus Christ, in that duty of Prayer. Now that's a great priviledge; a singular honour and savour.
Yea, godly men have sometime intimacy of communion with God, and with jesus christ, in that duty of Prayer. Now that's a great privilege; a singular honour and savour.
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The Host of Heaven doth worship him, Ne•. 9. 6. The multitude of the Heavenly Host are praising God, saying Glory to God in the highest, Luk. 2. 13, 14. Is it not our honour and happiness, that whilst on Earth, we may be imployed in the same work with the Angels of Heaven,
The Host of Heaven does worship him, Ne•. 9. 6. The multitude of the Heavenly Host Are praising God, saying Glory to God in the highest, Luk. 2. 13, 14. Is it not our honour and happiness, that while on Earth, we may be employed in the same work with the Angels of Heaven,
and Saints in glory? Moreover, hereby God is glorified, when his Servants and Suppliants come and present humble petitions before the Lord that sits upon a •hro•e of Grace ready to receive them, they give unto him the glory that is due unto his Name, Psal. 29. 1, 2. Now we are not capable of greater happiness than this is, actively to honour God or to be made use of as instruments of glory unto his Name.
and Saints in glory? Moreover, hereby God is glorified, when his Servants and Suppliants come and present humble petitions before the Lord that sits upon a •hro•e of Grace ready to receive them, they give unto him the glory that is due unto his Name, Psalm 29. 1, 2. Now we Are not capable of greater happiness than this is, actively to honour God or to be made use of as Instruments of glory unto his Name.
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As for the Apostate Angels, they do not pray unto God, because he never proclaimed his mercy to them, they have no hopes of a pardon if they should pray for it, never so earnestly;
As for the Apostate Angels, they do not pray unto God, Because he never proclaimed his mercy to them, they have no hope's of a pardon if they should pray for it, never so earnestly;
and never so great, if they do i• a way of Repentance seek unto him, he will ab•ndantly pardon them. Isai. 55. 6, 7. Again, that consideration of a Mediator for sinne•s; (that the Son of God is be•om• their Mediator) is a glorious encourag•ment u•to Prayer.
and never so great, if they do i• a Way of Repentance seek unto him, he will ab•ndantly pardon them. Isaiah 55. 6, 7. Again, that consideration of a Mediator for sinne•s; (that the Son of God is be•om• their Mediator) is a glorious encourag•ment u•to Prayer.
therefore let us with humble boldness ply the Throne of grace continually. Christ the Mediator hath satisfied divine justice for the ••ns of Believers:
Therefore let us with humble boldness ply the Throne of grace continually. christ the Mediator hath satisfied divine Justice for the ••ns of Believers:
While the Priest executing his Office did burn Ince•se, being en•red in•o the T•mple of the Lord, the people w•re praying without, Luk. 1. 9, 10. Thus while Believers are praying on Earth, Christ is interceding in Heaven for them.
While the Priest executing his Office did burn Ince•se, being en•red in•o the T•mple of the Lord, the people w•re praying without, Luk. 1. 9, 10. Thus while Believers Are praying on Earth, christ is interceding in Heaven for them.
The Lords ear is open to their cry, Psal 34. 15. even as the ears of a Prince are open to the requests of his special Favourites, The godly man hath the King of Heavens ear, he is willing to hear the Petitions of such as those are.
The lords ear is open to their cry, Psalm 34. 15. even as the ears of a Prince Are open to the requests of his special Favourites, The godly man hath the King of Heavens ear, he is willing to hear the Petitions of such as those Are.
What wo•derful expressions are in the Canticles to this purpose? Chap. 2, 14. Let me see thy countenance, let me hear thy voice for sweet is thy voice, and again Chap. 4. ver. 9. Thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes.
What wo•derful expressions Are in the Canticles to this purpose? Chap. 2, 14. Let me see thy countenance, let me hear thy voice for sweet is thy voice, and again Chap. 4. ver. 9. Thou hast ravished my heart with one of thine eyes.
how sweet, how ravishing is it to the Lords heart? There are also precious and glorious pr•mises belonging to such; which should encourage unto Prayer.
how sweet, how ravishing is it to the lords heart? There Are also precious and glorious pr•mises belonging to such; which should encourage unto Prayer.
What a sweet promise is that, Joh: 16 23, 24. Whatsoever ye ask the Father in my Name, he will give it you, ask and ye shall receive that your joy may be full.
What a sweet promise is that, John: 16 23, 24. Whatsoever you ask the Father in my Name, he will give it you, ask and you shall receive that your joy may be full.
Consid. 5. The Lords Servants, have ever found him to be a Prayer-hearing God. Psal. 65. 2. O thou that hearest P•ayer, unto thee shall all flesh come.
Consider 5. The lords Servants, have ever found him to be a prayer-hearing God. Psalm 65. 2. Oh thou that Hearst P•ayer, unto thee shall all Flesh come.
and therefore doth many times, best•w those blessings upon them, wh•ch they intend to pray for, be•ore they have an opportunity actually to seek his face, Isai. 65. 24. Before they call I will answer,
and Therefore does many times, best•w those blessings upon them, wh•ch they intend to pray for, be•ore they have an opportunity actually to seek his face, Isaiah 65. 24. Before they call I will answer,
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And may not we our selves set our Seals to this truth? where is the godly man, but may do so? May we not say after Jacob, Gen. 35. 3. God answered me in the day of my distress? a•d after David, 2 Sam. 22. 7. In my distress I called upon the Lord,
And may not we our selves Set our Seals to this truth? where is the godly man, but may do so? May we not say After Jacob, Gen. 35. 3. God answered me in the day of my distress? a•d After David, 2 Sam. 22. 7. In my distress I called upon the Lord,
In the late War with the Heathen amongst whom we live, what great things hath the Lord done for us, in answer to Prayer? That mortal Contagion wherewith so many Families were afflicted but two years ago!
In the late War with the Heathen among whom we live, what great things hath the Lord done for us, in answer to Prayer? That Mortal Contagion wherewith so many Families were afflicted but two Years ago!
Prayer hath prevailed with the Lord to remove it, and to heal this Land. Let us then resolve with David; (surely every godly praying soul hath cause to say,
Prayer hath prevailed with the Lord to remove it, and to heal this Land. Let us then resolve with David; (surely every godly praying soul hath cause to say,
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He gave himself to prayer, Psal. 109. 4. This is certainly the best way for a man to prosper in his undertakings, ever follow them with constan• and •ervent Prayer.
He gave himself to prayer, Psalm 109. 4. This is Certainly the best Way for a man to prosper in his undertakings, ever follow them with constan• and •ervent Prayer.
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It is reported concern•ng Dr Preston, that when some said, he was esteemed a great Polititian; because he usually car•ied on the designs he took in hand with go•d success:
It is reported concern•ng Dr Preston, that when Some said, he was esteemed a great Politician; Because he usually car•ied on the designs he took in hand with go•d success:
Yea, they may undermine (as David did by one Prayer) the deep and hellish counsels of Achitophels. Nay, they may e'en do and have what they will, that is not contrary to the will of God. One said of Luther, Iste vir potuit quodcunque voluit, That man could by his Prayers obtain from God any thing that he desired.
Yea, they may undermine (as David did by one Prayer) the deep and hellish Counsels of Achitophels. Nay, they may even do and have what they will, that is not contrary to the will of God. One said of Luther, Iste vir Potuit quodcunque voluit, That man could by his Prayers obtain from God any thing that he desired.
It is a wonderful expression, which we find, Rev. 11. 6. where it's said concerning the two Prophets, They can smite the Earth with all Plagues as often as they will.
It is a wondered expression, which we find, Rev. 11. 6. where it's said Concerning the two prophets, They can smite the Earth with all Plagues as often as they will.
And how do they smite the Earth, but by sending Prayer to Heaven? And what mercy can there be thought of, but the godly man, may by prayer obtain it? he may in that way procure mercies (spiritual as well as t•mporal) for his own soul ▪ Yea, and m•rcy for his Family;
And how do they smite the Earth, but by sending Prayer to Heaven? And what mercy can there be Thought of, but the godly man, may by prayer obtain it? he may in that Way procure Mercies (spiritual as well as t•mporal) for his own soul ▪ Yea, and m•rcy for his Family;
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and a few godly men, may by their prayers procure and hasten judgement, upon those that are the subjects of Imprecation, that is to say, upon the implacable enem•es of God, and of his Servants.
and a few godly men, may by their Prayers procure and hasten judgement, upon those that Are the subject's of Imprecation, that is to say, upon the implacable enem•es of God, and of his Servants.
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And 〈 ◊ 〉 that man who 〈 … 〉, that shall have many prayer• of God ▪ Serv•nts •ngaged against him, I tell you, •ay the Lord 〈 ◊ 〉 you, that though God may seem to forbear him long, vengea•ce shall come upon him speedily.
And 〈 ◊ 〉 that man who 〈 … 〉, that shall have many prayer• of God ▪ Serv•nts •ngaged against him, I tell you, •ay the Lord 〈 ◊ 〉 you, that though God may seem to forbear him long, vengea•ce shall come upon him speedily.
And the true reason of all this which hath been spoken, is, because the omnipotent God himself is overcome by prayer? And then what cannot godly praying ones do,
And the true reason of all this which hath been spoken, is, Because the omnipotent God himself is overcome by prayer? And then what cannot godly praying ones doe,
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over the increated Angel of the everlasting Covenant, the Et•rnal Son of God, that Angel, who is the Lord of Hosts, the Lord i• •is 〈 ◊ 〉, Hos. 12. 3, 4, 5. In a word ▪ prayer doth as it were hold the Lords hands,
over the increated Angel of the everlasting Covenant, the Et•rnal Son of God, that Angel, who is the Lord of Hosts, the Lord i• •is 〈 ◊ 〉, Hos. 12. 3, 4, 5. In a word ▪ prayer does as it were hold the lords hands,
and will you not pray? shall we be worse then the old ungodly world? When they saw that the flood was indeed a coming did they not pray think you? Behold!
and will you not pray? shall we be Worse then the old ungodly world? When they saw that the flood was indeed a coming did they not pray think you? Behold!
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and shall we not pray? did not they cry An Ark an Ark! that we perish not in the •ood ▪ and wilt not thou then cry, a Christ, a Christ ▪ to save my poo• soul, that I perish not in the deep and dark waters of infinite wrath.
and shall we not pray? did not they cry an Ark an Ark! that we perish not in the •ood ▪ and wilt not thou then cry, a christ, a christ ▪ to save my poo• soul, that I perish not in the deep and dark waters of infinite wrath.
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and without that, •o is ••possible to please God ▪ Heb. 11. •. •f a man 〈 ◊ 〉 as to his spiritual sta•e a truly 〈 ◊ 〉 man, th•n God h••reth his prayer as my 〈 ◊ 〉 doth intimate.
and without that, •o is ••possible to please God ▪ Hebrew 11. •. •f a man 〈 ◊ 〉 as to his spiritual sta•e a truly 〈 ◊ 〉 man, th•n God h••reth his prayer as my 〈 ◊ 〉 does intimate.
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If there be a true, i. e. a sincere heart in the ••ght of God, a man may draw near to him in prayer, with the assurance of Faith for gra•ious acceptance ▪ God heareth not sinners:
If there be a true, i. e. a sincere heart in the ••ght of God, a man may draw near to him in prayer, with the assurance of Faith for gra•ious acceptance ▪ God hears not Sinners:
After that Saul had sinned, and departed from God, his enquiries after the Lord were not regarded, 1 〈 ◊ 〉 28. 6. When Saul enquired of the Lord, the Lord answered him not.
After that Saul had sinned, and departed from God, his Enquiries After the Lord were not regarded, 1 〈 ◊ 〉 28. 6. When Saul inquired of the Lord, the Lord answered him not.
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And not only a Saul; but one that i• as to his state a godly man, may by his loose and careless walking, provoke the Lord 〈 ◊ 〉 frown •pon his prayers.
And not only a Saul; but one that i• as to his state a godly man, may by his lose and careless walking, provoke the Lord 〈 ◊ 〉 frown •pon his Prayers.
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Hence the Church complain•• that as a just fruit of their transgressing against the Lord, He •ad covered himself with a clo•• that their prayer should not pass through.
Hence the Church complain•• that as a just fruit of their transgressing against the Lord, He •ad covered himself with a clo•• that their prayer should not pass through.
L••• •. 42, 44. God clouds his face from his •wn Children, that they see no answer to their prayer ▪ and many times some Sin or other which they have been guilty of, is the cause of it:
L••• •. 42, 44. God Clouds his face from his •wn Children, that they see no answer to their prayer ▪ and many times Some since or other which they have been guilty of, is the cause of it:
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Wherefore, if at any time through temptation, a godly ••n shall fall in•o sin, so as to break his peace with God, let him be sure to renew his repentance and let not iniquity be found with him;
Wherefore, if At any time through temptation, a godly ••n shall fallen in•o since, so as to break his peace with God, let him be sure to renew his Repentance and let not iniquity be found with him;
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and reform what is amiss, then will God hear thy prayer, Job 11 13, 14. If thou shalt repent of former backsti•lings and endeavour to walk in all well pleasing before the Lord for the time to come, Then shalt thou call and the Lord shall answer;
and reform what is amiss, then will God hear thy prayer, Job 11 13, 14. If thou shalt Repent of former backsti•lings and endeavour to walk in all well pleasing before the Lord for the time to come, Then shalt thou call and the Lord shall answer;
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thou shalt cry, and he shall say, here I am, at hand ready to help thee, Isai. 58. 9. 3. Let us look to the manner as well as to the matter of our prayers. He that would find acceptance with God, must look well to the frame of his heart in prayer.
thou shalt cry, and he shall say, Here I am, At hand ready to help thee, Isaiah 58. 9. 3. Let us look to the manner as well as to the matter of our Prayers. He that would find acceptance with God, must look well to the frame of his heart in prayer.
Let him on the one hand, have a care, that he doth not offer strange fire before the Lord, 1 Tim. 2. 8. I will that Men pray every where, lifting up holy hands without wrath.
Let him on the one hand, have a care, that he does not offer strange fire before the Lord, 1 Tim. 2. 8. I will that Men pray every where, lifting up holy hands without wrath.
4. If a man would have the Lord hear his Prayer, then let him persevere therein. Eph. 6. 18. Praying alwayes watching thereunto, with all perseverance. Alas!
4. If a man would have the Lord hear his Prayer, then let him persevere therein. Ephesians 6. 18. Praying always watching thereunto, with all perseverance. Alas!
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If thou wouldst seek unto God 〈 ◊ 〉, and make thy supplication unto the Almighty, 〈 ◊ 〉 he would now awake for thee, Job 8. 5, 6 O then, Up every Soul and be doing.
If thou Wouldst seek unto God 〈 ◊ 〉, and make thy supplication unto the Almighty, 〈 ◊ 〉 he would now awake for thee, Job 8. 5, 6 O then, Up every Soul and be doing.
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In the Doctrin I handling of this Truth, two thing• may be enquired into: 1. What is impli•••n this expression of finding the Lord. 2. When is the time wherein he may be found.
In the Doctrine I handling of this Truth, two thing• may be inquired into: 1. What is impli•••n this expression of finding the Lord. 2. When is the time wherein he may be found.
so as that they cannot find him, or ob•ein a gracious mee•ing with him. Indeed as to his essential presence, he is alwayes and every where to be found.
so as that they cannot find him, or ob•ein a gracious mee•ing with him. Indeed as to his essential presence, he is always and every where to be found.
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even there shall thy hand lead me, So that as to his power and essential presence, God is •o where excluded, all places being comprehended under that enumeration of Heaven, Hell, Earth and Sea. Thus then he is near to every one.
even there shall thy hand led me, So that as to his power and essential presence, God is •o where excluded, all places being comprehended under that enumeration of Heaven, Hell, Earth and Sea. Thus then he is near to every one.
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The Lord 〈 ◊ 〉 pleased all that time to be making offers of grace and salvation to them, Isai. 65. 2. I have spread out my hands all the day long, i. e.
The Lord 〈 ◊ 〉 pleased all that time to be making offers of grace and salvation to them, Isaiah 65. 2. I have spread out my hands all the day long, i. e.
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Men cannot pray as to their bodies, when once the grave ••th opened its mouth and swallowed them up, Eccles. 9. 10. There is no work in the grave whith•• thou goest.
Men cannot pray as to their bodies, when once the grave ••th opened its Mouth and swallowed them up, Eccles. 9. 10. There is no work in the grave whith•• thou goest.
There is no work then as to any mans particular, nor yet as to his general calling, Psal. 6 5. In death there is no remembrance of thee, in the grave who shall gave thee thanks.
There is no work then as to any men particular, nor yet as to his general calling, Psalm 6 5. In death there is no remembrance of thee, in the grave who shall gave thee thanks.
The Lord will then have no more regard unto them, then Abraham had to Di•es, when he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, I am tormented in this flame, and yet could not by all his doleful prayers and cries, obtein so much as one drop of water, to cool his torments, Luk. 16. 25. 2. The time wherein the means of grace is vouchsafed and continued.
The Lord will then have no more regard unto them, then Abraham had to Di•es, when he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, I am tormented in this flame, and yet could not by all his doleful Prayers and cries, obtain so much as one drop of water, to cool his torments, Luk. 16. 25. 2. The time wherein the means of grace is vouchsafed and continued.
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If thou hadst known in this thy• day the things that belong unto thy peace, Luk. 19. 42. Whilst Christ and his Messengers were treating with them, about the great and everlasting concernments of their souls, that was their day. This finding time is the accepted time, and the day of Salvation;
If thou Hadst known in this thy• day the things that belong unto thy peace, Luk. 19. 42. While christ and his Messengers were treating with them, about the great and everlasting concernments of their Souls, that was their day. This finding time is the accepted time, and the day of Salvation;
To this purpose doth the Prophet Isaiah speak (Chap. 55. 6.) saying, Seek the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near: q. d.
To this purpose does the Prophet Isaiah speak (Chap. 55. 6.) saying, Seek the Lord while he may be found, call you upon him while he is near: q. worser.
as it was with Agrippa, when he was almost perswaded to be a Christian, Act. 26. 28. There are who have at times, serious and affectionate thoughts of •orsaking all for Christ, they could e'en find in their hearts to forsake their sins,
as it was with Agrippa, when he was almost persuaded to be a Christian, Act. 26. 28. There Are who have At times, serious and affectionate thoughts of •orsaking all for christ, they could even find in their hearts to forsake their Sins,
Therefore if God by the secret motions of his Spirit, say unto the hearts of the children of men, Seek ye my face, it highly concern• every such Soul to answer again, Thy face Lord, will I seek. Psal. 27. 8. 4. The time of prosperity. Even before the floods of great water come:
Therefore if God by the secret motions of his Spirit, say unto the hearts of the children of men, Seek you my face, it highly concern• every such Soul to answer again, Thy face Lord, will I seek. Psalm 27. 8. 4. The time of Prosperity. Even before the floods of great water come:
Hos. 7. 14. They have not cried unto me with their hearts, they howled upon their beds, they assemble themselves for Corn and Wine, & they rebell against n••.
Hos. 7. 14. They have not cried unto me with their hearts, they howled upon their Beds, they assemble themselves for Corn and Wine, & they rebel against n••.
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When Drought, and Caterpillars, and Famine was upon them, they would pray; and if the Judgement were removed, they would sin, and rebell as bad as ever;
When Drought, and Caterpillars, and Famine was upon them, they would pray; and if the Judgement were removed, they would sin, and rebel as bad as ever;
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When the Lord writeth over men a Sentence of Death, and is awfully threatning to execute his sore judgements upon them, those threatnings are conditional:
When the Lord Writeth over men a Sentence of Death, and is awfully threatening to execute his soar Judgments upon them, those threatenings Are conditional:
But if they do pray in earnest, before the day of Execution cometh, 'tis possible they may find mercy and salvation with the Lord, Jer. 36. 3, 7. It may be the house of Judah will hear all the evil which I purpose to do unto them.
But if they do pray in earnest, before the day of Execution comes, it's possible they may find mercy and salvation with the Lord, Jer. 36. 3, 7. It may be the house of Judah will hear all the evil which I purpose to do unto them.
Therefore the great design of the prophets was to call upon the People to seek unto the Lord for mercy before his judgements came down from Heaven upon them, Ho•. 10. 12. It is time to seek the Lord.
Therefore the great Design of the Prophets was to call upon the People to seek unto the Lord for mercy before his Judgments Come down from Heaven upon them, Ho•. 10. 12. It is time to seek the Lord.
6. The time of Youth. Firstfruits are acceptable unto God, Gen. 4. 4. There is a great and solemn Commandment of God, requiring young men to pray unto him, Eccles. 12. 1. Remember now thy Creator in the dayes of thy Youth.
6. The time of Youth. Firstfruits Are acceptable unto God, Gen. 4. 4. There is a great and solemn Commandment of God, requiring young men to pray unto him, Eccles. 12. 1. remember now thy Creator in the days of thy Youth.
And there is not so much as one Example to be produced in all the Book of God, concerning one that did in the dayes of his youth, set himsel• to seek the Lord, that did not find acceptance wi•h him.
And there is not so much as one Exampl to be produced in all the Book of God, Concerning one that did in the days of his youth, Set himsel• to seek the Lord, that did not find acceptance wi•h him.
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Now is the accepted time, therefore all •he holy Prophets did earnestly urge those unto whom they spake in the Name of the Lord, un•o present Repentance,
Now is the accepted time, Therefore all •he holy prophets did earnestly urge those unto whom they spoke in the Name of the Lord, un•o present Repentance,
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and seeking •he face of God, without any further d•ay, Jer. 25. 4 5. The Lord hath sent unto you all his Servants the Prophets, they said, Turn ye again, [ now ] every one from his evil way.
and seeking •he face of God, without any further d•ay, Jer. 25. 4 5. The Lord hath sent unto you all his Servants the prophets, they said, Turn you again, [ now ] every one from his evil Way.
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if we look over all the particulars mentioned, we may mourn before the Lord to think how miserable Creatures are neglecting and sinning away their day of grace for ever.
if we look over all the particulars mentioned, we may mourn before the Lord to think how miserable Creatures Are neglecting and sinning away their day of grace for ever.
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An• are there not some that have sinned away the blessed strivings of the Spirit of God from their Souls? It may be thou hast had sorrow•ul convictions & awakenings of Conscience when time was.
An• Are there not Some that have sinned away the blessed strivings of the Spirit of God from their Souls? It may be thou hast had sorrow•ul convictions & awakenings of Conscience when time was.
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and health, and strength God calls upon them to •epent & pray, & believe but they let their golden season slip away without improving it to seek the Lord until they find him.
and health, and strength God calls upon them to •epent & pray, & believe but they let their golden season slip away without improving it to seek the Lord until they find him.
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And the Lord hath given warning by many sud•en deaths of late, how many have •here been with•n this twelve-moneth that when God sent the Messenger of Death unto them, they had not so much as an hours time to pray in? O the hardness of the stupid and stony hearts of men, that do not pray for all this? And is not the time of youth a time wherein God is for gotten? Are there not young men that seldome pray to God? This is for a Lamentation.
And the Lord hath given warning by many sud•en death's of late, how many have •here been with•n this twelvemonth that when God sent the Messenger of Death unto them, they had not so much as an hours time to pray in? O the hardness of the stupid and stony hearts of men, that do not pray for all this? And is not the time of youth a time wherein God is for got? are there not young men that seldom pray to God? This is for a Lamentation.
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There are many who die in youth, and if they were such as did not Pray, their Souls are gathered amongst the Ʋnclean, even with the souls of those Sodomites, who are now suffering the vengeance of eternal fire, Job. 36. 14. As for those that live under the Gospel, (though we may not limit God, who calls home his Elect, some at one age,
There Are many who die in youth, and if they were such as did not Pray, their Souls Are gathered among the Ʋnclean, even with the Souls of those Sodomites, who Are now suffering the vengeance of Eternal fire, Job. 36. 14. As for those that live under the Gospel, (though we may not limit God, who calls home his Elect, Some At one age,
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And do not many neglect the present opportunity of seeking the face of God in Jesus Christ? like Felix, who said to the Apostle, Go thy way for this time,
And do not many neglect the present opportunity of seeking the face of God in jesus christ? like Felix, who said to the Apostle, Go thy Way for this time,
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Men delay their duty, thinking with themselves hereafter we will pray. And because of this one thing, millions of immortal Souls are in Hell, where the bars of the Pit,
Men Delay their duty, thinking with themselves hereafter we will pray. And Because of this one thing, millions of immortal Souls Are in Hell, where the bars of the Pit,
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A m•n that had been g•il•y of great back slidings f•om God, whe•• any word of comfort was applied un•to him, c••ed out, All too late now. if •t was said to him, you must make sure of an •n•erest in Christ, •e would answer, all too late, i• any did e•hort him to pray for the pardon of hi• sin•, he would make the same Reply, All too late. So it will be with the•,
A m•n that had been g•il•y of great back slidings f•om God, whe•• any word of Comfort was applied un•to him, c••ed out, All too late now. if •t was said to him, you must make sure of an •n•erest in christ, •e would answer, all too late, i• any did e•hort him to pray for the pardon of hi• sin•, he would make the same Reply, All too late. So it will be with the•,
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but a Proselyte. Elsewhere Proselyte's are stiled Devout Persons, Act. 17. 4. We read of Devout Greeks, that is such as wore Proselytes to the Jewish Religion. Hence also, Cornelius is described to be one that feared God, h. e. that did worship the only true God.
but a Proselyte. Elsewhere Proselyte's Are styled Devout Persons, Act. 17. 4. We read of Devout Greeks, that is such as wore Proselytes to the Jewish Religion. Hence also, Cornelius is described to be one that feared God, h. e. that did worship the only true God.
1. Some that were styled Proselytes of the Covenant, those were circumcised, and also admitted to all priviledges in the Church of Israel; no difference being made either as to Civil or Church communion between them,
1. some that were styled Proselytes of the Covenant, those were circumcised, and also admitted to all privileges in the Church of Israel; no difference being made either as to Civil or Church communion between them,
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And in the Scripture, Husbands and Wives are required to live lovingly together, that their prayers be not hindred, 1 Pet. 3 7. what prayers? surely Family Prayers.
And in the Scripture, Husbands and Wives Are required to live lovingly together, that their Prayers be not hindered, 1 Pet. 3 7. what Prayers? surely Family Prayers.
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2. As there are Scripture Precepts requiring this duty, so there are Scripture Examples, which God hath caused to be recorded in his Word, for our instruction and imitation.
2. As there Are Scripture Precepts requiring this duty, so there Are Scripture Examples, which God hath caused to be recorded in his Word, for our instruction and imitation.
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did pray with his Family, Luk. 9. 18. As he was alone praying, his Disciples (who were his Family) were with him. And when Christ did keep the Passover with his domestick Disciples alone, it is certain that he prayed with them, Mat. 26. 18. &c. David also, was wont to worship God with his Family.
did pray with his Family, Luk. 9. 18. As he was alone praying, his Disciples (who were his Family) were with him. And when christ did keep the Passover with his domestic Disciples alone, it is certain that he prayed with them, Mathew 26. 18. etc. David also, was wont to worship God with his Family.
And we read concerning him, that after he had been attending the worship of God in publick, he returned to bless his house, 1 Chron. 16. 43. so that he did not think it enough to worship God in a publick solemn Assembly amongst his People,
And we read Concerning him, that After he had been attending the worship of God in public, he returned to bless his house, 1 Chronicles 16. 43. so that he did not think it enough to worship God in a public solemn Assembly among his People,
Christ by that one offering of himself, having put an end thereto, yet spiritual Sacrifices must be offered up still, 1 Pet. 2. 5. Ye are a spiritual house,
christ by that one offering of himself, having put an end thereto, yet spiritual Sacrifices must be offered up still, 1 Pet. 2. 5. You Are a spiritual house,
Ans. This Praying alway implieth frequency in that duty. Family Prayer should be attended daily. In that sense the Phrase is sometimes used in the Scripture.
Ans. This Praying always Implies frequency in that duty. Family Prayer should be attended daily. In that sense the Phrase is sometime used in the Scripture.
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And therefore is is very observable, that the Apostle speaking to Masters in Families, useth that expression, continue in prayer, Col. 4. 2. In which words he doth evidently allude unto the continual offering under the Law, which was to be attended daily, both at morning and at even;
And Therefore is is very observable, that the Apostle speaking to Masters in Families, uses that expression, continue in prayer, Col. 4. 2. In which words he does evidently allude unto the continual offering under the Law, which was to be attended daily, both At morning and At even;
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Christ hath taught us, that men ought alway to pray and not to faint, Luk. 18. 1. And we are bid to pray without ceasing, 1 Thess. 5. 18. As there ought to be perseverance in attending unto the publick Worship of God, on the times appointed for that end;
christ hath taught us, that men ought always to pray and not to faint, Luk. 18. 1. And we Are bid to pray without ceasing, 1 Thess 5. 18. As there ought to be perseverance in attending unto the public Worship of God, on the times appointed for that end;
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as Hezekiah professeth that he had taken up a resolution to praise God all the dayes of his life in the house of the Lord, Isai. 38. 20. So should men praise the Lord,
as Hezekiah Professes that he had taken up a resolution to praise God all the days of his life in the house of the Lord, Isaiah 38. 20. So should men praise the Lord,
As when they neglect this so great a duty, they withhold that honour from God, which is due unto him from his creatures, Isai. 43. 23. thou hast not honoured me with thy Sacrifices.
As when they neglect this so great a duty, they withhold that honour from God, which is due unto him from his creatures, Isaiah 43. 23. thou hast not honoured me with thy Sacrifices.
except these Bonds, Act, 26. 28, 29. so it is (and cannot but be) where there is true grace Especially they are desirous that those who are related to them;
except these Bonds, Act, 26. 28, 29. so it is (and cannot but be) where there is true grace Especially they Are desirous that those who Are related to them;
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Not only p•ofessed Heathen ▪ but Families that live like Heathen w••hout any prayer, the •ury of •he Almighty w•l •ome po•ring dow• fr•• heaven upon them.
Not only p•ofessed Heathen ▪ but Families that live like Heathen w••hout any prayer, the •ury of •he Almighty w•l •ome po•ring dow• fr•• heaven upon them.
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The Lord kil•s C••ldren w••h death, beca•se Parents do not how them an example of Religion to pray with them •n •he •amily as wel• as for them i• secret.
The Lord kil•s C••ldren w••h death, beca•se Parents do not how them an Exampl of Religion to pray with them •n •he •amily as wel• as for them i• secret.
And O how sad will it be w•en God shall require the blood of the Souls of Children at the hands of their prayerless Fathers; and the blood of the souls of serv•nts at the hands of their prayerless Masters.
And Oh how sad will it be w•en God shall require the blood of the Souls of Children At the hands of their prayerless Father's; and the blood of the Souls of serv•nts At the hands of their prayerless Masters.
W•at, •or men that call themselves Christians, to ha•e no prayer in their families? for men that live under the light of the Gospel, to live without Prayer in their families!
W•at, •or men that call themselves Christians, to ha•e no prayer in their families? for men that live under the Light of the Gospel, to live without Prayer in their families!
And this word reacheth Masters of Vessels, that never pray with their S••ps Company, who are their Family, with whom they ought to worship God continually.
And this word reaches Masters of Vessels, that never pray with their S••ps Company, who Are their Family, with whom they ought to worship God continually.
Is this to pray alway when there are such wide and woful gaps in prayer? It is thy duty to serve God all the dayes of thy life, Luk. 1 75 dost thou serve God all •hy dayes,
Is this to pray always when there Are such wide and woeful gaps in prayer? It is thy duty to serve God all the days of thy life, Luk. 1 75 dost thou serve God all •hy days,
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He knoweth who they are, that assemble themselves by troops in the Harlots Houses, Jer. 5. 7. And are there not families in the which instead of Prayer, there is Cursing, Swearing, Sabbath breaking;
He Knoweth who they Are, that assemble themselves by troops in the Harlots Houses, Jer. 5. 7. And Are there not families in the which instead of Prayer, there is Cursing, Swearing, Sabbath breaking;
For the Sabbath breaking ▪ & other profanenesses that are indulged in their Families, will be charged upon them, who ought to rule their Houses better, Exod. 20. 10. Use 2. Of Exhortation:
For the Sabbath breaking ▪ & other Profanenesses that Are indulged in their Families, will be charged upon them, who ought to Rule their Houses better, Exod 20. 10. Use 2. Of Exhortation:
I remember I have read of a Town in Switzerland, that was destroyed with an Earth-quake, excepting only one house, where it so fell out, that at the time when the Earth quake hapned, the master of the house was at prayer with his Family.
I Remember I have read of a Town in Switzerland, that was destroyed with an Earthquake, excepting only one house, where it so fell out, that At the time when the Earth quake happened, the master of the house was At prayer with his Family.
And is not that a blessed thing, for a man to have the Children and Servants of his own family praying for him continually? Thus do we read concerning Abrahams Servant, Gen. 24. 12. He said, O Lord God of my Master Abraham, I pray thee send me good speed this day,
And is not that a blessed thing, for a man to have the Children and Servants of his own family praying for him continually? Thus do we read Concerning Abrahams Servant, Gen. 24. 12. He said, Oh Lord God of my Master Abraham, I pray thee send me good speed this day,
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And it is certainly better to want time for other things, then to take no time to pray in Yea, a man should rather deny himself a little of his natural rest and sleep,
And it is Certainly better to want time for other things, then to take no time to pray in Yea, a man should rather deny himself a little of his natural rest and sleep,
and therefore the objection is a vain excuse The•e are ot•ers in the world, that have a much bus•ne•s up•• their •a•d as thou hast ▪ who never b•le〈 … 〉y in their clos•ts and 〈 ◊ 〉 their 〈 … 〉 Had not Dav•d as litt•e t•me to 〈 … 〉e ▪ a•• a• much busin•s• to atten• as an• man can ord•n••il• •retend unto;
and Therefore the objection is a vain excuse The•e Are ot•ers in the world, that have a much bus•ne•s up•• their •a•d as thou hast ▪ who never b•le〈 … 〉y in their clos•ts and 〈 ◊ 〉 their 〈 … 〉 Had not Dav•d as litt•e t•me to 〈 … 〉e ▪ a•• a• much busin•s• to atten• as an• man can ord•n••il• •retend unto;
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c••st thou n•t find t•me •or o•h•r t•ings that are of less concernment ▪ Thou c•••t find •ime it m•y be to •it in some T•vern and there to ci•c•urse, the Lord knowe•h about w•at.
c••st thou n•t find t•me •or o•h•r t•ings that Are of less concernment ▪ Thou c•••t find •ime it m•y be to •it in Some T•vern and there to ci•c•urse, the Lord knowe•h about w•at.
Canst thou find time for vain discourse, and yet not find time for prayer? and canst thou then think that God will ever find a time to save thy poor soul? deceive not thy self, thou must be another man,
Canst thou find time for vain discourse, and yet not find time for prayer? and Canst thou then think that God will ever find a time to save thy poor soul? deceive not thy self, thou must be Another man,
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I confess, I look upon it as sinful to make use of those Forms of Prayer which are taken out of the Popes Mass-Book, because in so doing men put too much honour upon an Idol.
I confess, I look upon it as sinful to make use of those Forms of Prayer which Are taken out of the Popes Mass-Book, Because in so doing men put too much honour upon an Idol.
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Learned and Judicious Mr. Cartwright doth from Lu. 24. 35. conjecture, that ordinarily Christ used the same words in his Blessing at Meal times, with his Domestick Disciples.
Learned and Judicious Mr. Cartwright does from Lu. 24. 35. conjecture, that ordinarily christ used the same words in his Blessing At Meal times, with his Domestic Disciples.
The Sincere Servants of God will make Conscience of Secret Prayer. 2 TIM. 1. 3. Without c•asing I have remembrance of thee in my Prayers day and night.
The Sincere Servants of God will make Conscience of Secret Prayer. 2 TIM. 1. 3. Without c•asing I have remembrance of thee in my Prayers day and night.
but those words may have respect to more remote Fathers, viz. The holy Patriarchs, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, &c. Another expression denoting the Apostles sincerity, is, that of his serving God with a pure Conscience, which implieth that he was ever careful to act according to the light of his conscience;
but those words may have respect to more remote Father's, viz. The holy Patriarchs, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, etc. another expression denoting the Apostles sincerity, is, that of his serving God with a pure Conscience, which Implies that he was ever careful to act according to the Light of his conscience;
yea, the expression impor•s inward as well as outward serving God, Rom. 1. 9. 2. The Apostle in this verse, intimateth his love and affection un•o Timothy. Both in that he did give thanks to God for him.
yea, the expression impor•s inward as well as outward serving God, Rom. 1. 9. 2. The Apostle in this verse, intimateth his love and affection un•o Timothy. Both in that he did give thanks to God for him.
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So the verse begins, I thank God, namely for Timothy, partly in that Timothy had such a great respect for Paul; and it is matter of th•nkfulness unto God,
So the verse begins, I thank God, namely for Timothy, partly in that Timothy had such a great respect for Paul; and it is matter of th•nkfulness unto God,
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when he 〈 ◊ 〉 from Ep••s•s: and he did bless God for the grace which he saw in Timothy; that there was Faith unfeigned in him, which dwel• first in his Grandmother Lois,
when he 〈 ◊ 〉 from Ep••s•s: and he did bless God for the grace which he saw in Timothy; that there was Faith unfeigned in him, which dwel• First in his Grandmother Lois,
And he must needs rejoyce the more, to see how Religion and the fear of God was propagated from generation to generation, even to the third generation.
And he must needs rejoice the more, to see how Religion and the Fear of God was propagated from generation to generation, even to the third generation.
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We find that this Apostle doth begin another Epistle after the same manner, signifying his affection to those he wrote unto, by declaring how he d•d give thanks and pray on their behalf, Rom. 1. 8, 9. The Prayers here referred unto, must of necessity be understood of his secret Prayers.
We find that this Apostle does begin Another Epistle After the same manner, signifying his affection to those he wrote unto, by declaring how he d•d give thanks and pray on their behalf, Rom. 1. 8, 9. The Prayers Here referred unto, must of necessity be understood of his secret Prayers.
2. Wha• is •mo•ied in t• is expression of praying day and night without cea•ng. 3. Th• R〈 ◊ 〉s why m•n especially sincere Christians ••o•d practice this d•ty?
2. Wha• is •mo•ied in t• is expression of praying day and night without cea•ng. 3. Th• R〈 ◊ 〉s why m•n especially sincere Christians ••o•d practice this d•ty?
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Ans. 1. The many Instances recorded in the Scripture, concerning the faith•ul Servants of God, who have conscientiously practised t•is duty, are an evidence of the truth of this Doctrine.
Ans. 1. The many Instances recorded in the Scripture, Concerning the faith•ul Servants of God, who have conscientiously practised t•is duty, Are an evidence of the truth of this Doctrine.
A true Servant of God, will follow the pious example of those that have g•ne before him walki•g in the same way of holiness, which they hav• done, Prov. 2• 20. Heb. 6 12..
A true Servant of God, will follow the pious Exampl of those that have g•ne before him walki•g in the same Way of holiness, which they hav• done, Curae 2• 20. Hebrew 6 12..
even •e•ire himself from all company, for secret prayer and meditation, And the like we read concerning Jacob, that he did wrestle with the Lo•d in secret Prayer, Gen. 32. 24. They are not the spiritual seed of Jacob that never do thus.
even •e•ire himself from all company, for secret prayer and meditation, And the like we read Concerning Jacob, that he did wrestle with the Lo•d in secret Prayer, Gen. 32. 24. They Are not the spiritual seed of Jacob that never do thus.
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I might mention Hezekiah, Daniel, Jeremiah, Peter, and many other holy Servants of God, of whom we read in the Scripture, that they did practise this duty.
I might mention Hezekiah, daniel, Jeremiah, Peter, and many other holy Servants of God, of whom we read in the Scripture, that they did practise this duty.
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of whom it is said, that He departed into a solitary place and there prayed, Mark 1. 35. That He went apart to pray, Mat. 14. 23. That be withdrew himself and prayed, Luk. 5. 16. And as the Lord Jesus Christ said, respecting another duty, I have given you an example th•t ye should do as I have done, Joh. 13. 15. so doth he say as to this duty of Secret Prayer ▪ I have given you an example,
of whom it is said, that He departed into a solitary place and there prayed, Mark 1. 35. That He went apart to pray, Mathew 14. 23. That be withdrew himself and prayed, Luk. 5. 16. And as the Lord jesus christ said, respecting Another duty, I have given you an Exampl th•t you should do as I have done, John 13. 15. so does he say as to this duty of Secret Prayer ▪ I have given you an Exampl,
and truly the sincere Disciples of Christ, will make conscience, so to walk as he walked• • Joh. 2. 6. They will strive to write alter the blessed Copy, which their Master Christ hath set before them.
and truly the sincere Disciples of christ, will make conscience, so to walk as he walked• • John 2. 6. They will strive to write altar the blessed Copy, which their Master christ hath Set before them.
2. The truth is further evident, in that every sincere Servant of God doth make Conscience of obeying all his Commandments, Psal. 119. 6. Then shall I not be ashamed when I have respect unto all thy precepts.
2. The truth is further evident, in that every sincere Servant of God does make Conscience of obeying all his commandments, Psalm 119. 6. Then shall I not be ashamed when I have respect unto all thy Precepts.
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Now the Lord hath commanded men that they should worship him, not only in publick, and in Families, but in secret also, Eph. 6. 18. Pray with all prayer:
Now the Lord hath commanded men that they should worship him, not only in public, and in Families, but in secret also, Ephesians 6. 18. prey with all prayer:
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And when the Lord in his word •aith to men, commune with your hearts, Psal. 4. 4. those two great du•ies, wherein much of Religion doth consist, viz. self examination, and secret Prayer are implied.
And when the Lord in his word •aith to men, commune with your hearts, Psalm 4. 4. those two great du•ies, wherein much of Religion does consist, viz. self examination, and secret Prayer Are implied.
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and when thou hast shut the door, pray to thy Father which seeth in secret, Matth. 6. 6 ▪ The sincere man doth not live in the commission of any known sin,
and when thou hast shut the door, pray to thy Father which sees in secret, Matthew 6. 6 ▪ The sincere man does not live in the commission of any known since,
This we see in Nathaniel, that Israelite indeed in whom th•re was no reigni•g guile Joh. 1. 47 48. when tha• sincere Israelite was alone under the Fig-tr•e, •o •oub• praying there;
This we see in Nathaniel, that Israelite indeed in whom th•re was no reigni•g guile John 1. 47 48. when tha• sincere Israelite was alone under the Fig-tr•e, •o •oub• praying there;
the Son of God who hath eyes like a flame of Fire saw him, and did highly approve of his sincerity, of w•ich the spirit that breathed in his secret prayers was a great discovery.
the Son of God who hath eyes like a flame of Fire saw him, and did highly approve of his sincerity, of w•ich the Spirit that breathed in his secret Prayers was a great discovery.
Now this is true concerning Secret Prayer. Did Abraham, did Jacob, did Moses, did Daniel, and other servants of the Lord, whom we read of in the Scripture, ever meet with more o• God,
Now this is true Concerning Secret Prayer. Did Abraham, did Jacob, did Moses, did daniel, and other Servants of the Lord, whom we read of in the Scripture, ever meet with more o• God,
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So that Phrase of night and day, intends the same thing, Rev. 7 ▪ 15. They serve him day and night in his Temple, h. e. continually and without intermission.
So that Phrase of night and day, intends the same thing, Rev. 7 ▪ 15. They serve him day and night in his Temple, h. e. continually and without intermission.
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Also, there should be a frequency therein, as to actual pe•formance And when it is said, that a man should pray in secret, day and night, that implieth, that be should do so very often.
Also, there should be a frequency therein, as to actual pe•formance And when it is said, that a man should pray in secret, day and night, that Implies, that be should do so very often.
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Therefore when Christ bid his Disciples pray in secret, he bids them say, Give us this day, &c. Mat. 6. 6, 11. from whence we may infer that secret Prayer should be a Christians daily practice.
Therefore when christ bid his Disciples pray in secret, he bids them say, Give us this day, etc. Mathew 6. 6, 11. from whence we may infer that secret Prayer should be a Christians daily practice.
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Only that he ought to do thus daily. We find that Daniels constant course was to pray by himself three times every day, Dan. 6. 10. And David saith, that he did praise God seven times a day, h. e.
Only that he ought to do thus daily. We find that Daniel's constant course was to pray by himself three times every day, Dan. 6. 10. And David Says, that he did praise God seven times a day, h. e.
often times, Psal. 119. 164. And there is great reason that men should offer prayers and praises before God in secret, at least once every day, and once every night;
often times, Psalm 119. 164. And there is great reason that men should offer Prayers and praises before God in secret, At least once every day, and once every night;
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but in close•s, Jer. 23. 24. Can any bide himself in secret places, that I shall not s•e him, saith the Lord, do not I fill Heaven and Earth? This reason is urged as an Argument for secret Prayer,
but in close•s, Jer. 23. 24. Can any bide himself in secret places, that I shall not s•e him, Says the Lord, do not I fill Heaven and Earth? This reason is urged as an Argument for secret Prayer,
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Requests concerning a mans particular wants, which may press him, and oppress him: and concerning his secret sins which he hath been guilty of before the Lord.
Requests Concerning a men particular Wants, which may press him, and oppress him: and Concerning his secret Sins which he hath been guilty of before the Lord.
There is a secret providence of God at work for them continually, Psa. 31. 20. Thou shalt hide them in the secret of thy presence, thou shalt keep them secretly in a pavilion.
There is a secret providence of God At work for them continually, Psa. 31. 20. Thou shalt hide them in the secret of thy presence, thou shalt keep them secretly in a pavilion.
Shall the Lord hide his Servants in these chambers of safety whi•h he hath prepared for them? & shall not they pray unto him and praise him in their secret Chambers? yea,
Shall the Lord hide his Servants in these chambers of safety whi•h he hath prepared for them? & shall not they pray unto him and praise him in their secret Chambers? yea,
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and as for sincere Believers, the Lord hath provided chambers for them in his house, even in the Pallace Royal of Heaven, there to praise his Name for ever more.
and as for sincere Believers, the Lord hath provided chambers for them in his house, even in the Palace Royal of Heaven, there to praise his Name for ever more.
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Zech. 3. 7 Intimating that the faithful Servants of God, shall o•e day wa•k in the G•lleries •f Heaven, amongst the Holy Angels •hat are the•e It is but reason then, that they should bring the Lord into their Closets here upon earth. Use 1. Of Reprehension:
Zechariah 3. 7 Intimating that the faithful Servants of God, shall o•e day wa•k in the G•lleries •f Heaven, among the Holy Angels •hat Are the•e It is but reason then, that they should bring the Lord into their Closets Here upon earth. Use 1. Of Reprehension:
For (as I have formerly shewed) in Conversion, thats one of the first things, a poor sinner begins to be in earnest in his Secret Prayers and cries to Heaven.
For (as I have formerly showed) in Conversion, thats one of the First things, a poor sinner begins to be in earnest in his Secret Prayers and cries to Heaven.
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but they have not •one thus without ceasing. Their convictions have died and they became as prayerless as ever in their lives before Or it may be, some distressing affliction or other, hath brought them upon their k•ees before the Lord.
but they have not •one thus without ceasing. Their convictions have died and they became as prayerless as ever in their lives before Or it may be, Some distressing affliction or other, hath brought them upon their k•ees before the Lord.
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And yet I wish there be not Professors of Religion ▪ Church members, whose consciences do (or may) accu•e them for inconstancy in the performance of this great duty of secret prayer.
And yet I wish there be not Professors of Religion ▪ Church members, whose Consciences do (or may) accu•e them for inconstancy in the performance of this great duty of secret prayer.
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& women, c•n think that they •elong to God, 〈 ◊ 〉 that they have a real interest in heaven, who can find in their hearts to live without secret communion with him:
& women, c•n think that they •elong to God, 〈 ◊ 〉 that they have a real Interest in heaven, who can find in their hearts to live without secret communion with him:
especially considering, that the Scripture tells them, that he that shall allow himself in the w•lful br•ach of the least Commandment, shall not be admitted,
especially considering, that the Scripture tells them, that he that shall allow himself in the w•lful br•ach of the least Commandment, shall not be admitted,
They commit Adul••ry, and other sorts of unclean abominations i• secret places: or they live in secret self pollution which is commonly the young mans sin;
They commit Adul••ry, and other sorts of unclean abominations i• secret places: or they live in secret self pollution which is commonly the young men since;
•n ••il condemned in the Scripture under the name of uncleanness, and sometimes under the N•me of Effeminateness; and the word of the Lord •aith, •hat whoever liveth in it• shall certainly be excluded o•t of the Kingdome of Heaven.
•n ••il condemned in the Scripture under the name of uncleanness, and sometime under the N•me of Effeminateness; and the word of the Lord •aith, •hat whoever lives in it• shall Certainly be excluded o•t of the Kingdom of Heaven.
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•ccles. 12. 14. If thou didst believe that all the world should one day hear of tha• secret sin of thine, wouldst thou commit i•? certainly if men considered 〈 ◊ 〉 is they would sin in secret less,
•ccles. 12. 14. If thou didst believe that all the world should one day hear of tha• secret since of thine, Wouldst thou commit i•? Certainly if men considered 〈 ◊ 〉 is they would sin in secret less,
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A man may thereby obtain mercy for his own soul: even grace and spiritual blessings. Solemons wisdome was given to him as on answer unto his secret prayers.
A man may thereby obtain mercy for his own soul: even grace and spiritual blessings. Solemons Wisdom was given to him as on answer unto his secret Prayers.
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There have been those (I could tell you o• marvellous instances to this purpose) that when they have been upon their knees in secret, the holy Spirit hath b•oke in upon their Souls w•th everlasting consolation.
There have been those (I could tell you o• marvellous instances to this purpose) that when they have been upon their knees in secret, the holy Spirit hath b•oke in upon their Souls w•th everlasting consolation.
How far did Abraham by his prayers in secret prevail for Sodom; and Moses for Israel? And what m•rcy did Eli•ah and Amos obtain for the whole Land by their secret prayers?
How Far did Abraham by his Prayers in secret prevail for Sodom; and Moses for Israel? And what m•rcy did Eli•ah and Amos obtain for the Whole Land by their secret Prayers?
They that pray much in secret, and that mo•rn continually in secret places, because of the sins of the times, shall experience if not temporal (that which is better) spiritual 〈 … 〉ti••s in a day of 〈 ◊ 〉 c•l•mity, Ez•k. 9. 4. Jer. •3. 17. For Direction •ere.
They that pray much in secret, and that mo•rn continually in secret places, Because of the Sins of the times, shall experience if not temporal (that which is better) spiritual 〈 … 〉ti••s in a day of 〈 ◊ 〉 c•l•mity, Ez•k. 9. 4. Jer. •3. 17. For Direction •ere.
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for which Conscience condemn• them, they should particularly acknowledge those sins in their secret addresses u•to the throne of Grace, begging for the pardon of them.
for which Conscience condemn• them, they should particularly acknowledge those Sins in their secret Addresses u•to the throne of Grace, begging for the pardon of them.
Personal and particular co•cern• are to be inlarged upon in closet prayer especially. 2. Take heed of resting in the external performance of this duty.
Personal and particular co•cern• Are to be enlarged upon in closet prayer especially. 2. Take heed of resting in the external performance of this duty.
yet he may continue in the practice of it, after a formal manner (as Paul before his conversion did, Phil. 3. 6. Luk. •8. 4. and for all that, remain in a state of Hypocrisie.
yet he may continue in the practice of it, After a formal manner (as Paul before his conversion did, Philip 3. 6. Luk. •8. 4. and for all that, remain in a state of Hypocrisy.
Neverthel•ss he all•weth us to be humbly familiar with his divine Majesty An •oly man upon his deathbed could s•y, If ••e walls of this chamber could speak, they would testifie how often I have m•t with God here;
Neverthel•ss he all•weth us to be humbly familiar with his divine Majesty an •oly man upon his deathbed could s•y, If ••e walls of this chamber could speak, they would testify how often I have m•t with God Here;
and how familiar he hath been with my Soul. Oh labour after that, to know by blessed experience, what it is to have intimate communion with God in closets,
and how familiar he hath been with my Soul. O labour After that, to know by blessed experience, what it is to have intimate communion with God in closets,
And know for •our encouragement that your secret prayers shall one day be rewarded op•nly Mat. 6. 6. When you come •o die, you will not repent of the time that hath been thus spent ▪ nor at the last day when the Lord Jesus w•• openly before all the World speak of the secret Prayers (as well as secret Aims deeds) of his servants.
And know for •our encouragement that your secret Prayers shall one day be rewarded op•nly Mathew 6. 6. When you come •o die, you will not Repent of the time that hath been thus spent ▪ nor At the last day when the Lord jesus w•• openly before all the World speak of the secret Prayers (as well as secret Aims Deeds) of his Servants.
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I bestowed me•cy on others out of respect to thy prayers, and brought about great changes in the world, in answer thereunto? Blessed is that Servant whom the Lord shall find that doing.
I bestowed me•cy on Others out of respect to thy Prayers, and brought about great changes in the world, in answer thereunto? Blessed is that Servant whom the Lord shall find that doing.
THe Apostle having declared that men are justified only by Faith in Christ, and not by the works of the Law, he doth obviate and answer some objections, which certain self teachers who troubled the Churches in Galatia, after Pauls departure from amongst them; would be ready to make:
THe Apostle having declared that men Are justified only by Faith in christ, and not by the works of the Law, he does obviate and answer Some objections, which certain self Teachers who troubled the Churches in Galatia, After Paul's departure from among them; would be ready to make:
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and that if life could not be obtained thereby, it was given in vain to the children of Israel. He therefore sheweth, that the Law was of great use. 1. To convince of sin, ver. 19. 2. To lead unto Christ ver. 24. The moral Law doth convince of sin;
and that if life could not be obtained thereby, it was given in vain to the children of Israel. He Therefore shows, that the Law was of great use. 1. To convince of since, ver. 19. 2. To led unto christ ver. 24. The moral Law does convince of since;
They are under engagement by their Baptisme to look after Salvation from Christ, and to obey him in all things, to follow him as the Captain of their Salvation.
They Are under engagement by their Baptism to look After Salvation from christ, and to obey him in all things, to follow him as the Captain of their Salvation.
Ans. 1. The truth of this Doctrine is evident, in that Baptisme is a sign and seal of that Covenant which God hath through Jesus Christ, graciously established with the children of men.
Ans. 1. The truth of this Doctrine is evident, in that Baptism is a Signen and seal of that Covenant which God hath through jesus christ, graciously established with the children of men.
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It hath seemed good to the wisdome of God, to appoint some visible signs, to be for tok•ns and intimations of the Covenant which is between himself and his people.
It hath seemed good to the Wisdom of God, to appoint Some visible Signs, to be for tok•ns and intimations of the Covenant which is between himself and his people.
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When he made a •ovenant with Abraham, he did institute that ordinance of Circumcision, to be for a sign of the Covenant? Gen. 17. 11. H•nce we rea• of the Covenant of Circumcision, Act 7. 8. because the Subjects of that Ordinance, did by their submission thereunto;
When he made a •ovenant with Abraham, he did institute that Ordinance of Circumcision, to be for a Signen of the Covenant? Gen. 17. 11. H•nce we rea• of the Covenant of Circumcision, Act 7. 8. Because the Subject's of that Ordinance, did by their submission thereunto;
Hence the Apostle in 1 Pet. 3. 21. speaking of Baptisme, he speaketh also of the Answer of a good Conscience, which expression alludeth unto •tipulation or Covenan•ing with God, implying that in Baptisme, men do come under a sacred Obligation to be the Lords.
Hence the Apostle in 1 Pet. 3. 21. speaking of Baptism, he speaks also of the Answer of a good Conscience, which expression alludeth unto •tipulation or Covenan•ing with God, implying that in Baptism, men do come under a sacred Obligation to be the lords.
and of Jesus Christ? if he answers again ▪ I will be so and doth make this promise in sincerity, thats the answer of a good Concience, and then his Baptisme doth (as a sign and seal of the Covenant) save him. The Covenant a one binds unto du•y:
and of jesus christ? if he answers again ▪ I will be so and does make this promise in sincerity, thats the answer of a good Conscience, and then his Baptism does (as a Signen and seal of the Covenant) save him. The Covenant a one binds unto du•y:
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as his sheep, o• as his lambs, Mark 16. 16. It is the mark and livery whereby Christs Servants are distinguished from those that worship other Gods. We know that amongst men, the Servants belonging to great personages, use to wear such a Livery, by which Cognizanc•, they are known to be the Servants of such a Master.
as his sheep, o• as his Lambs, Mark 16. 16. It is the mark and livery whereby Christ Servants Are distinguished from those that worship other God's We know that among men, the Servants belonging to great Personages, use to wear such a Livery, by which Cognizanc•, they Are known to be the Servants of such a Master.
Inasmuch then, as Baptism is an holy priviledge, it leaveth a deep Obligation upon th• souls of those who are made the Subjects of it that they approve themselves in all respects as becometh the Lords Servants to do.
Inasmuch then, as Baptism is an holy privilege, it Leaveth a deep Obligation upon th• Souls of those who Are made the Subject's of it that they approve themselves in all respects as Becometh the lords Servants to do.
Union with Christ As that expression in the Text, of being Baptized into Christ doth import, our incorporation into Christs mystical body, is signified by Baptisme. There is an external Ʋnion with Christ, which all th• Lords visible Covenant pe•ple concerned in.
union with christ As that expression in the Text, of being Baptised into christ does import, our incorporation into Christ mystical body, is signified by Baptism. There is an external Ʋnion with christ, which all th• lords visible Covenant pe•ple concerned in.
Hence we read of branches in him, which do not bear fruit, Joh. 15. 2•. Men and women who are Members of the visible, bu• not of the invisible Church and body of Christ, are such;
Hence we read of branches in him, which do not bear fruit, John 15. 2•. Men and women who Are Members of the visible, bu• not of the invisible Church and body of christ, Are such;
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And hence, Baptisme doth signifie un•o Believers t•at Communion which they have with Christ in respect of all t•e saving benefits procured by his death,
And hence, Baptism does signify un•o Believers t•at Communion which they have with christ in respect of all t•e Saving benefits procured by his death,
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For which cause the Scripture saith that it was a Seal of the Righteousness of Faith, Rom. 4. 11. The remission of sins is signified by baptisme, Mark 1. 4. Act. 2. 38. Therefore Ananias said unto Paul Arise, and be baptised,
For which cause the Scripture Says that it was a Seal of the Righteousness of Faith, Rom. 4. 11. The remission of Sins is signified by Baptism, Mark 1. 4. Act. 2. 38. Therefore Ananias said unto Paul Arise, and be baptised,
and wash away thy sins Act. 22. 16. Baptisme doth intimate, that the guilt of sin is washed away by the blood of Jesus Christ. Sanctification is likewise signified thereby.
and wash away thy Sins Act. 22. 16. Baptism does intimate, that the guilt of since is washed away by the blood of jesus christ. Sanctification is likewise signified thereby.
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It is therefore said that the Lord did sanctifie and cleanse his Church with the washing of water, Eph. 5. 26. When the body is subjected unto water in Baptisme, those pure waters of the Spirit of Grace, wherewith the so•ls of Gods Elect are sprinkled and washed from the filth of sin, are thereby sign•fied.
It is Therefore said that the Lord did sanctify and cleanse his Church with the washing of water, Ephesians 5. 26. When the body is subjected unto water in Baptism, those pure waters of the Spirit of Grace, wherewith the so•ls of God's Elect Are sprinkled and washed from the filth of since, Are thereby sign•fied.
Now if such glorious things are signified and sealed by Baptisme, the Souls of men must needs be brought un•er, a deep and holy Obligation unto t•e Lord thereby.
Now if such glorious things Are signified and sealed by Baptism, the Souls of men must needs be brought un•er, a deep and holy Obligation unto t•e Lord thereby.
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Therefore they are said to be Baptised, not only in, but (•is To onoma) into the Name of t•e Father, a•d of the Son and of the Holy Ghost, Mat. 28 1•. because the Name of the only true God, who •s Father Son, and Spirit; is put upon th•m.
Therefore they Are said to be Baptised, not only in, but (•is To onoma) into the Name of t•e Father, a•d of the Son and of the Holy Ghost, Mathew 28 1•. Because the Name of the only true God, who •s Father Son, and Spirit; is put upon th•m.
Men are also baptised into the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Act. 8 16. & 15 5. according to the Hebrew stile, to be Baptised into the Name of another, is to become wholly devoted unto his service;
Men Are also baptised into the Name of the Lord jesus christ, Act. 8 16. & 15 5. according to the Hebrew style, to be Baptised into the Name of Another, is to become wholly devoted unto his service;
Thus Baptised persons, are devoted and dedicated unto the peculiar service of God, and of Jesus Christ, who is become their Lord; and therefore they are under engagement to acquit themselves accordingly •he consecration of God being upon them, they must needs be un•er great Obligations unto Duty.
Thus Baptised Persons, Are devoted and dedicated unto the peculiar service of God, and of jesus christ, who is become their Lord; and Therefore they Are under engagement to acquit themselves accordingly •he consecration of God being upon them, they must needs be un•er great Obligations unto Duty.
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he that doth both inwardly and sincerely believe on Christ, and that shall by his submitting to Baptisme, declare before all the World, that he is a Believer on Christ, is o•e unto whom the Gospel doth promise Salvation.
he that does both inwardly and sincerely believe on christ, and that shall by his submitting to Baptism, declare before all the World, that he is a Believer on christ, is o•e unto whom the Gospel does promise Salvation.
And indeed, in those times of persecution, if a man did subject him•el• to that Institution of Christ, it was a great sign of his being a true Believer, inasmuch as be did thereby expose himself to all sorts of dangers and miseries from the world, for Christs sake.
And indeed, in those times of persecution, if a man did Subject him•el• to that Institution of christ, it was a great Signen of his being a true Believer, inasmuch as be did thereby expose himself to all sorts of dangers and misery's from the world, for Christ sake.
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T•e Ge•tiles before their Conversion, did service unto them which by nature are no Gods, Gal. 4 8. but when they had submitted unto Baptisme, they were un•er the strongest obligation tha• could be, never to serve Ia•ls any more not to worship any one, besides that Go• who is Fat•er, Son and Sp•rit.
T•e Ge•tiles before their Conversion, did service unto them which by nature Are no God's, Gal. 4 8. but when they had submitted unto Baptism, they were un•er the Strongest obligation tha• could be, never to serve Ia•ls any more not to worship any one, beside that Go• who is Fat•er, Son and Sp•rit.
And they are bound to forsake the service of sin, and not to live under the dominion thereof, Rom. 6. 2, 3. Shall we that are dead to sin, live any longer therein? so many of us as were baptised, &c. The Apostle doth not affirm, that it is impossible for men that are in resp•ct of their Baptisme professedly dead unto sin, to live therein;
And they Are bound to forsake the service of since, and not to live under the dominion thereof, Rom. 6. 2, 3. Shall we that Are dead to sin, live any longer therein? so many of us as were baptised, etc. The Apostle does not affirm, that it is impossible for men that Are in resp•ct of their Baptism professedly dead unto since, to live therein;
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Which words may well allude unto baptisme, importing that men by subjecting thereunto• profess and engage unto God, that they will forsake their sins & former evil wayes,
Which words may well allude unto Baptism, importing that men by subjecting thereunto• profess and engage unto God, that they will forsake their Sins & former evil ways,
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and walk no more therein, Also the baptised person doth renounce the World, so far as it stands in opposition to Christ. He is under ingagement n•t to be (in spiritual• •espects and as to matters of Faith and Soul concernments) the servant of any man in the world, 1 Cor. 7 23. And therefore he may n•t call himself after the name of this 〈 ◊ 〉 Sect master, as Papists are wont to do, who call th•ms•lves, Scotists, or Th• masts, or 〈 ◊ 〉, o Francilcan•, &c. This is 〈 ◊ 〉 against the Scripture,
and walk no more therein, Also the baptised person does renounce the World, so Far as it Stands in opposition to christ. He is under engagement n•t to be (in spiritual• •espects and as to matters of Faith and Soul concernments) the servant of any man in the world, 1 Cor. 7 23. And Therefore he may n•t call himself After the name of this 〈 ◊ 〉 Sect master, as Papists Are wont to do, who call th•ms•lves, Scotists, or Th• masts, or 〈 ◊ 〉, oh Francilcan•, etc. This is 〈 ◊ 〉 against the Scripture,
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and against that obl•gation which baptisme brings men unde, by 〈 ◊ 〉 whereof baptise• persons, are, •nly af•er the Name of Chr•t, to c•ll themselves Christants. H•d the C•rinthians, called themselves Paulites, or Petrites, or Apo•lonists, a••er the Nam•s of those •amous Mini••ers of Christ, they had g•eatly si•ned against their baptisme, 1 Cor. 1. 13. Yea,
and against that obl•gation which Baptism brings men unde, by 〈 ◊ 〉 whereof baptise• Persons, Are, •nly af•er the Name of Chr•t, to c•ll themselves Christants. H•d the C•rinthians, called themselves Paulites, or Petrites, or Apo•lonists, a••er the Nam•s of those •amous Mini••ers of christ, they had g•eatly si•ned against their Baptism, 1 Cor. 1. 13. Yea,
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If a man after he is baptised shall set his heart inordin•tely upon Ear•hly van•ties, he breaketh his baptismal vow an• covenant with God, Mat. 6. 4. 4. Baptised ones, are under obligation to approve themselves, holy persons.
If a man After he is baptised shall Set his heart inordin•tely upon Ear•hly van•ties, he breaks his baptismal Voelli an• Covenant with God, Mathew 6. 4. 4. Baptised ones, Are under obligation to approve themselves, holy Persons.
As Christ hath died for sin, so the person that is baptised into his Name, is under a most sacred Obligation, to endeavour to be continually dying to sin, Rom. 6. 3. 2. Another thing in Sanctification, is Vivification, or the living a new life to the honour of God.
As christ hath died for since, so the person that is baptised into his Name, is under a most sacred Obligation, to endeavour to be continually dying to since, Rom. 6. 3. 2. another thing in Sanctification, is Vivification, or the living a new life to the honour of God.
and to live such a life as that God may have glory from them, Rom. 6. 4, 5. In Baptisme, there is an intimation, that the subjects of it, are professedly and visibly now creatures;
and to live such a life as that God may have glory from them, Rom. 6. 4, 5. In Baptism, there is an intimation, that the subject's of it, Are professedly and visibly now creatures;
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and that therefore they are bound to li•e like new creatures, Tit. 3. 5. Hence in the primitive times, baptised persons ha• t•e n•me of Regenerate••ons! given to them,
and that Therefore they Are bound to li•e like new creatures, Tit. 3. 5. Hence in the primitive times, baptised Persons ha• t•e n•me of Regenerate••ons! given to them,
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He•ce is that exp•ession in the Scripture of baptizing unto R•p•ntance, Ma•. 3. 11 becau•e the subj•cts of that ordinance are bound to repent, h. e. to ••rsake the wayes of sin,
He•ce is that exp•ession in the Scripture of baptizing unto R•p•ntance, Ma•. 3. 11 becau•e the subj•cts of that Ordinance Are bound to Repent, h. e. to ••rsake the ways of since,
As the subjects of ci•cumcision were bound to observe all Mos•ical Laws and C•remonies Gal. 5 3. So a•e baptised ones to a•t•nd un•o all the Institutions of Christ.
As the subject's of ci•cumcision were bound to observe all Mos•ical Laws and C•remonies Gal. 5 3. So a•e baptised ones to a•t•nd un•o all the Institutions of christ.
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When the Lord saith unto his Ministers, Baptise persons, teaching them to obs•rve all things whatsoever I command you, Mat. 28. 19. 20. That plainly sheweth, that such are by virtue of their baptisme, under a religious obligation, to observe whatever the Lord hath commanded.
When the Lord Says unto his Ministers, Baptise Persons, teaching them to obs•rve all things whatsoever I command you, Mathew 28. 19. 20. That plainly shows, that such Are by virtue of their Baptism, under a religious obligation, to observe whatever the Lord hath commanded.
And if any of th•se be rejected or neglected, the Name and Authority of Christ, is so far disowned, which is a direct violation of that which baptisme requireth.
And if any of th•se be rejected or neglected, the Name and authority of christ, is so Far disowned, which is a Direct violation of that which Baptism requires.
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It is a Seal of that spi•i•ual union which be•ievers have, both with Christ, and also through Christ, one wi•h another, 1 Cor 12. 13. We are all baptised into one body.
It is a Seal of that spi•i•ual Union which be•ievers have, both with christ, and also through christ, one wi•h Another, 1 Cor 12. 13. We Are all baptised into one body.
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because there is one baptisme, Eph. 4. 5. They are all baptised into one and the same N•me ▪ dedicated and dev•ted to be the Servants of one and the same Lord Jesus.
Because there is one Baptism, Ephesians 4. 5. They Are all baptised into one and the same N•me ▪ dedicated and dev•ted to be the Servants of one and the same Lord jesus.
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The Covenant is everlasting Isai 24. 5. They have broken the everlasting Covenant, i. e. that Covenant which ought never to have been broken by them.
The Covenant is everlasting Isaiah 24. 5. They have broken the everlasting Covenant, i. e. that Covenant which ought never to have been broken by them.
Therefore Baptisme confirming the Covenant, c•rrieth with it the force of an everlasting obligation. The person that is baptised, is bound to s•rve God not for a while only, but for ever.
Therefore Baptism confirming the Covenant, c•rrieth with it the force of an everlasting obligation. The person that is baptised, is bound to s•rve God not for a while only, but for ever.
Use. 1. Here is matter of Conviction and Awakening unto those that rest in external baptisme, without coming up to that which they are obliged unto. Alas!
Use. 1. Here is matter of Conviction and Awakening unto those that rest in external Baptism, without coming up to that which they Are obliged unto. Alas!
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How few are there, that ever had serious thoughts with themselves, about this matter? If they and their Children may be baptised, they look no further,
How few Are there, that ever had serious thoughts with themselves, about this matter? If they and their Children may be baptised, they look no further,
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And hence i• is, that many who are unholy and profane, having no right to baptisme in sight of God nor of men neither for themselves nor for their Children are very desirous to have that ordinance administred to them;
And hence i• is, that many who Are unholy and profane, having no right to Baptism in sighed of God nor of men neither for themselves nor for their Children Are very desirous to have that Ordinance administered to them;
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and the a•oni•hing curse of Heaven, that w•ll at last most c•rtainly come upon them, if they viola•e their baptismal Vow and Engagement unto the Lord.
and the a•oni•hing curse of Heaven, that w•ll At last most c•rtainly come upon them, if they viola•e their baptismal Voelli and Engagement unto the Lord.
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Will you say of your baptisme a• the Israelites said of the Ark? It shall 〈 ◊ 〉, 1 Sam. 4. 3. O dec•ive not your own Souls •he Apostle having said, baptisme now saveth us, ha• no one might mist•ke his mean•ng he••d•s, not the putting away the filth of the fl•sh, not (saith he) a meer external washing of the body,
Will you say of your Baptism a• the Israelites said of the Ark? It shall 〈 ◊ 〉, 1 Sam. 4. 3. O dec•ive not your own Souls •he Apostle having said, Baptism now Saveth us, ha• not one might mist•ke his mean•ng he••d•s, not the putting away the filth of the fl•sh, not (Says he) a mere external washing of the body,
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as to any spiritual and eternal benefit, to be from thence expected, Is it not said, concerning the Children of Israel, that they were all baptised in the Cloud, and yet with many of them God was not well pleased, 1 Cor. 10. 2, 5. Outward baptisme alone, will make no man, woman, nor child, acceptable unto God.
as to any spiritual and Eternal benefit, to be from thence expected, Is it not said, Concerning the Children of Israel, that they were all baptised in the Cloud, and yet with many of them God was not well pleased, 1 Cor. 10. 2, 5. Outward Baptism alone, will make no man, woman, nor child, acceptable unto God.
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2. Baptisme will be so far from saving, as that i• will •end to the aggravation of their eternal condemnation at the last day, that do not remember how they have thereby been ingaged to be the Lords.
2. Baptism will be so Far from Saving, as that i• will •end to the aggravation of their Eternal condemnation At the last day, that do not Remember how they have thereby been engaged to be the lords.
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fo• all these a•e unbaptised, but also professed Christ•an, yea• prote••ant people, so these are generally u•b•p•i••d in heart; their heart is not washed from their filthiness.
fo• all these a•e unbaptised, but also professed Christ•an, yea• prote••ant people, so these Are generally u•b•p•i••d in heart; their heart is not washed from their filthiness.
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It shall be easier for So•om an• Gom•rrha at the day of Judgement, then f•r impen•tent baptised persons. Consider this you that are unbaptised in heart.
It shall be Easier for So•om an• Gom•rrha At the day of Judgement, then f•r impen•tent baptised Persons. Consider this you that Are unbaptised in heart.
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the Minister who had administred that Ordina•ce to him shewed him the vestment wherein he had be•n baptised saying this shall accuse the• at the last day:
the Minister who had administered that Ordina•ce to him showed him the vestment wherein he had be•n baptised saying this shall accuse the• At the last day:
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They that answer the obligation which by being made subject unto such an Ordinance of Christ, they are brought under, shall have all the grace and good which is signified thereby, most certainly performed to them.
They that answer the obligation which by being made Subject unto such an Ordinance of christ, they Are brought under, shall have all the grace and good which is signified thereby, most Certainly performed to them.
and cover their shame, a glo•ious Robe, to adorn their Souls with. The Wedding Garment, the righteousness of Justification and Sanctification is theirs.
and cover their shame, a glo•ious Robe, to adorn their Souls with. The Wedding Garment, the righteousness of Justification and Sanctification is theirs.
we should humb•y, and with an holy shame reflect upon our selves, in that we have lived no more according to that baptismal Engagement to be the Lords,
we should humb•y, and with an holy shame reflect upon our selves, in that we have lived no more according to that baptismal Engagement to be the lords,
That Christ should put in for our Children in the first place, and by commanding his mark to be set upon them, bring them under engagement to be the Lords,
That christ should put in for our Children in the First place, and by commanding his mark to be Set upon them, bring them under engagement to be the lords,
I have read of a godly person, that when tempted unto that which was evil in the sight of God, would reply and rep•l t•e Temptation, by saying, Nay, Sa••n, I may not, 〈 … 〉 thing,
I have read of a godly person, that when tempted unto that which was evil in the sighed of God, would reply and rep•l t•e Temptation, by saying, Nay, Sa••n, I may not, 〈 … 〉 thing,
Luthe• sa••, th•t •hen he was molested with temptations of that na•u•e, he used to consi•er with •imself Ba•tiza••s ••n & credo in crucisi•um, I am b•p•ised,
Luthe• sa••, th•t •hen he was molested with temptations of that na•u•e, he used to consi•er with •imself Ba•tiza••s ••n & credo in crucisi•um, I am b•p•ised,
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In drowning times when our souls are r•ady to sink under discouragemen•s, we should •emember and improve our bap•isme consideri•g that thereby our rising from under the waters of affliction, (as well as the Resurr•ction of our bodies out of the grave) is signified and seal•d, 1 Pet. 3. 20, 21. Therefore:
In drowning times when our Souls Are r•ady to sink under discouragemen•s, we should •emember and improve our bap•isme consideri•g that thereby our rising from under the waters of affliction, (as well as the Resurr•ction of our bodies out of the grave) is signified and seal•d, 1 Pet. 3. 20, 21. Therefore:
and that they shall be made more and more h•ly, and enabled to live to God, inasmuch as Communion with Christ, in respect of his death and resurrection, hath been sealed and confirmed to them in baptisme.
and that they shall be made more and more h•ly, and enabled to live to God, inasmuch as Communion with christ, in respect of his death and resurrection, hath been sealed and confirmed to them in Baptism.
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and is he not risen, that they might live unto God? Hath not communion with him in respect of the benefits procured by his death and resurr•ction been sealed by my baptisme? O then, let me become more and more dead unto sin,
and is he not risen, that they might live unto God? Hath not communion with him in respect of the benefits procured by his death and resurr•ction been sealed by my Baptism? O then, let me become more and more dead unto since,
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And baptisme, should be improved as an encou•agemen• unto Par•nts to b•lieve as well as Pra• for their Children, that God will ci•cumcise their hearts making them partakers of the washing of Regeneration, that as wate• hath been poured on their bodies in the Name of Christ so converting grace shall be po•red down from Heaven upon their Souls.
And Baptism, should be improved as an encou•agemen• unto Par•nts to b•lieve as well as Pra• for their Children, that God will ci•cumcise their hearts making them partakers of the washing of Regeneration, that as wate• hath been poured on their bodies in the Name of christ so converting grace shall be po•red down from Heaven upon their Souls.
and to sp•inkle thy Holy Spirit on them? Am not I of the house of Israel? hath not this promise been sealed to m• in my Baptisme? O then give me a new heart.
and to sp•inkle thy Holy Spirit on them? Am not I of the house of Israel? hath not this promise been sealed to m• in my Baptism? Oh then give me a new heart.
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IN this Context, the Apostle taketh notice of some abuses a•d profanations, which the Corinthians were gui•ty of, with respect unto that sacred Ordinance of the Lords Supper.
IN this Context, the Apostle Takes notice of Some Abuses a•d profanations, which the Corinthians were gui•ty of, with respect unto that sacred Ordinance of the lords Supper.
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In this, w•th the two preceding verses, the Apostle declareth what Christ did and said; at the time when he first insti•uted, and administred the Lords Supper;
In this, w•th the two preceding Verses, the Apostle Declareth what christ did and said; At the time when he First insti•uted, and administered the lords Supper;
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There are three things which may here be enquired into. 1. What the Lords Supper is? 2. Who are meet subjects to partake of that Ordinance. 3 The Reason why Believers should a• this.
There Are three things which may Here be inquired into. 1. What the lords Supper is? 2. Who Are meet subject's to partake of that Ordinance. 3 The Reason why Believers should a• this.
There are three particulars contained in this Proposition, which •y b• distinctly spoken unto and e••ced. 1. That the Lords Supper is a Sacrament. 2. A Sacrament of the New Testament. 3. The last Sacrament thereof.
There Are three particulars contained in this Proposition, which •y b• distinctly spoken unto and e••ced. 1. That the lords Supper is a Sacrament. 2. A Sacrament of the New Testament. 3. The last Sacrament thereof.
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a ca•n•l and a spiritual part, •omet•ing th•t is visible and sensi•l•, and s•met•i•g that is not appreh••ded b• the outward s•nses, which only the soul seeth,
a ca•n•l and a spiritual part, •omet•ing th•t is visible and sensi•l•, and s•met•i•g that is not appreh••ded b• the outward s•nses, which only the soul sees,
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1. Bread and Wine are the outward Elements which by the sacred appointment of the Lord Jesus Christ are to be made use of, in that holy institution of his;
1. Bred and Wine Are the outward Elements which by the sacred appointment of the Lord jesus christ Are to be made use of, in that holy Institution of his;
That it was Wine a•d nothing else which that sacred cup contained, is evident from verse 29. where it was called the fruit of the Vine. Now as for the Bread, which the Lord Christ, hath charged his Disciples to seed upon in this Ordinance, thereby his B••y is ••gnified,
That it was Wine a•d nothing Else which that sacred cup contained, is evident from verse 29. where it was called the fruit of the Vine. Now as for the Bred, which the Lord christ, hath charged his Disciples to seed upon in this Ordinance, thereby his B••y is ••gnified,
e. • sign thereof, Gen. 17. 10 And the Lamb is calle• the Lords Passe•ver, Exod. 12. 10. And the Apostle speaking of that rock whose waters followed the Children of Israel, saith, that •eck was Christ;
e. • Signen thereof, Gen. 17. 10 And the Lamb is calle• the lords Passe•ver, Exod 12. 10. And the Apostle speaking of that rock whose waters followed the Children of Israel, Says, that •eck was christ;
meaning that Christ was thereby signified, 1 Cor. 10. 4. so is the Bread in the Sacrament called the Body of Christ, because that is signified thereby.
meaning that christ was thereby signified, 1 Cor. 10. 4. so is the Bred in the Sacrament called the Body of christ, Because that is signified thereby.
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more especially as to the Wine ma•e in the l•a•d of Canaan, which is called the blood of the Grape ▪ Deut. 32. 14. because of its red colour, resembling blood.
more especially as to the Wine ma•e in the l•a•d of Canaan, which is called the blood of the Grape ▪ Deuteronomy 32. 14. Because of its read colour, resembling blood.
bu• i• is not so now & there is a•••ptness in these E•ements, to signifie that which they are i•tenced for ▪ Bread, wh•c• doth s•reng•hen and nourish the body, doth a••ly set forth •hat sp•ritu•l nouris•ment wh•ch we have from Christ And Wine which d•th re•resh the Spirits of m•n, i• fitly made use of ▪ to put in mind, of that refreshing which the Souls of Believers find in the b•ood of Christ.
bu• i• is not so now & there is a•••ptness in these E•ements, to signify that which they Are i•tenced for ▪ Bred, wh•c• does s•reng•hen and nourish the body, does a••ly Set forth •hat sp•ritu•l nouris•ment wh•ch we have from christ And Wine which d•th re•resh the Spirits of m•n, i• fitly made use of ▪ to put in mind, of that refreshing which the Souls of Believers find in the b•ood of christ.
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2. Those Sacram•ntal Actions, which the Lord hath commanded his Servants to obs•rve, in partaking at his Table, have a•so a spiritual significancy w•th them.
2. Those Sacram•ntal Actions, which the Lord hath commanded his Servants to obs•rve, in partaking At his Table, have a•so a spiritual significancy w•th them.
That Sacramental action, signifieth to us, that the Son of God hath taken our nature i•to personal union with himself, Heb 2. 14. It puts us in mind of that great mystery of godliness God manifest in the flesh.
That Sacramental actium, signifies to us, that the Son of God hath taken our nature i•to personal Union with himself, Hebrew 2. 14. It puts us in mind of that great mystery of godliness God manifest in the Flesh.
Thus hath Christ been consecrated and set a part unto the work and offi•e of a Mediator, Heb. 7. 28. God ha•h set him apart thereunto, Psal. 4. 3. And Christ hath set himself ap•rt for that service.
Thus hath christ been consecrated and Set a part unto the work and offi•e of a Mediator, Hebrew 7. 28. God ha•h Set him apart thereunto, Psalm 4. 3. And christ hath Set himself ap•rt for that service.
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The An•ichristian Chu•ch (and some others also) do greatly sin against the Institution of Ch••st in •mi•ting tha• rite of b•eaking the bread, in this Ordinance For it is so essential unto h• regular ad•i•istration •f it,
The An•ichristian Chu•ch (and Some Others also) do greatly sin against the Institution of Ch••st in •mi•ting tha• rite of b•eaking the bred, in this Ordinance For it is so essential unto h• regular ad•i•istration •f it,
so certainly doth h• take Christ into his Soul, to become one with him: 6. Eating and Drinking are also Sacramental Actions to be attended at the Lords Table.
so Certainly does h• take christ into his Soul, to become one with him: 6. Eating and Drinking Are also Sacramental Actions to be attended At the lords Table.
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but if when he feeds upon Christ Sacramentally, he doth at the same time feed upon him sp•ritually by Faith, he bath eternal life. And not only eating of the bread,
but if when he feeds upon christ Sacramentally, he does At the same time feed upon him sp•ritually by Faith, he bath Eternal life. And not only eating of the bred,
The Papists have slain and murdered thousands for maintaining this Truth, and bearing witness against their Sacriledge in depriving the Lords People of the cup;
The Papists have slave and murdered thousands for maintaining this Truth, and bearing witness against their Sacrilege in depriving the lords People of the cup;
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but it is admirable to consider, that the Lord Christ, when he Instituted this Ordinance, did expresly say, Drink ye all of it, Mat. 26. 27. The Lord did not say,
but it is admirable to Consider, that the Lord christ, when he Instituted this Ordinance, did expressly say, Drink you all of it, Mathew 26. 27. The Lord did not say,
Hereby is signified, that Believers do by Faith drink down the blood of Christ, whereby their Souls are cleansed from the guilt of sin, 1 Cor. 10. 16. The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the Communion of th• blood of Christ? Is not our Communion wit• Christ in respect of the saving benefits purchas•• by his blood, signified and confirmed when we drink of that blessed cup? it is so.
Hereby is signified, that Believers do by Faith drink down the blood of christ, whereby their Souls Are cleansed from the guilt of since, 1 Cor. 10. 16. The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the Communion of th• blood of christ? Is not our Communion wit• christ in respect of the Saving benefits purchas•• by his blood, signified and confirmed when we drink of that blessed cup? it is so.
when he saith, We have been all made to drink into one spirit, 1 Cor. 12. 13 Intimating that our Communion with Christ in respect of his holy Spirit, is signified,
when he Says, We have been all made to drink into one Spirit, 1 Cor. 12. 13 Intimating that our Communion with christ in respect of his holy Spirit, is signified,
Sacrifices of old were Sacramental signs for confirming the Covenant, Exod 24 8. Psal 50. 5. My saints that have made a Covenant with me by Sacrifice.
Sacrifices of old were Sacramental Signs for confirming the Covenant, Exod 24 8. Psalm 50. 5. My Saints that have made a Covenant with me by Sacrifice.
thereby signifying that this Ordinance of the Lords Supper, was to succeed and come in the room of that of the Passeover. By this then the Covenant between God and his People is in the most solemn manner confirmed, and assented unto.
thereby signifying that this Ordinance of the lords Supper, was to succeed and come in the room of that of the Passover. By this then the Covenant between God and his People is in the most solemn manner confirmed, and assented unto.
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Among the Romans, Souldiers did take an Oath of Fidelity to their General: which Oath they called the Sacrament. With them, have you taken the Sacrament? was as much as to say, have you taken the Oath of Fidelity to your General? Such as had taken that Oath, were said to 〈 ◊ 〉 Militia sacrati: they were under solemn engagement to be loyal to their General,
Among the Roman, Soldiers did take an Oath of Fidis to their General: which Oath they called the Sacrament. With them, have you taken the Sacrament? was as much as to say, have you taken the Oath of Fidis to your General? Such as had taken that Oath, were said to 〈 ◊ 〉 Militia Sacrati: they were under solemn engagement to be loyal to their General,
Thus, when we come to the Lords Supper, we do thereby profess and promise, to endeavour in all things to approve our selves the faithful Servants of God,
Thus, when we come to the lords Supper, we do thereby profess and promise, to endeavour in all things to approve our selves the faithful Servants of God,
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Hence 2. The Believers Right unto, and interest in those Blessings ▪ which only the new covenant makes mention of, is signified and sealed in this Ordinance.
Hence 2. The Believers Right unto, and Interest in those Blessings ▪ which only the new Covenant makes mention of, is signified and sealed in this Ordinance.
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Have Christ, and have All, Col. 3. 11. But now Christ is ex••bited in this Ordinance of the Supper; and the Believers right unto and everlasting in•erest in the Lord Jesus, is sealed and confirmed to him, when he doth partake therein.
Have christ, and have All, Col. 3. 11. But now christ is ex••bited in this Ordinance of the Supper; and the Believers right unto and everlasting in•erest in the Lord jesus, is sealed and confirmed to him, when he does partake therein.
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Eat him and thou shalt live by him, Job. 8. 57. Remission of sins, is a new covenant blessing, Jer. 32. 31, 34. And it is exhibited and sealed to the worthy Receiver, in and by this Ordinance.
Eat him and thou shalt live by him, Job. 8. 57. Remission of Sins, is a new Covenant blessing, Jer. 32. 31, 34. And it is exhibited and sealed to the worthy Receiver, in and by this Ordinance.
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Therefore when Christ did first Institute it, some of the words which he spake were these, This is my blood of the New-Testament, which is shed for many for the Remission of sins, Mat. 26. 28. As ver•ly as a man doth receive the bread and the cup, (if he be a worthy Communicant) so verily doth the Lord say to him from Heaven, all thy sins are forgiven,
Therefore when christ did First Institute it, Some of the words which he spoke were these, This is my blood of the New testament, which is shed for many for the Remission of Sins, Mathew 26. 28. As ver•ly as a man does receive the bred and the cup, (if he be a worthy Communicant) so verily does the Lord say to him from Heaven, all thy Sins Are forgiven,
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Hence is that expression of the blood of the everlasting Covenant, Heb. 13. 20. The Covenant of Grace, not only as to the substance of it (for so it was alwayes) but as to its way and manner of administration, is become everlasting and unchangeable,
Hence is that expression of the blood of the everlasting Covenant, Hebrew 13. 20. The Covenant of Grace, not only as to the substance of it (for so it was always) but as to its Way and manner of administration, is become everlasting and unchangeable,
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the Passeover, and all the Sacrifices, declared no less, but that this Redemption was future. Whenas the Lords Supper holds forth the coming of Christ to accomplish the work of Redemption,
the Passover, and all the Sacrifices, declared no less, but that this Redemption was future. Whenas the lords Supper holds forth the coming of christ to accomplish the work of Redemption,
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Christs blood was not actually shed, at the time when those words were spoken, yet i• asmuch as the design of this ordinance is to signifie that Christ hath a •eady shed his blood, it is spoken in the present Tense. By 〈 ◊ 〉 this, we profess that we do believe •hat Christ who is now indeed alive,
Christ blood was not actually shed, At the time when those words were spoken, yet i• as as the Design of this Ordinance is to signify that christ hath a •eady shed his blood, it is spoken in the present Tense. By 〈 ◊ 〉 this, we profess that we do believe •hat christ who is now indeed alive,
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and drink this cup, ye shew the Lords death until he come, And the Lord Jesus Christ saith, to the worthy Receiver, I have died for thee, I have satisfied the Justice of God for thy sins, I have ransomed thy life and soul from everlasting destruction.
and drink this cup, you show the lords death until he come, And the Lord jesus christ Says, to the worthy Receiver, I have died for thee, I have satisfied the justice of God for thy Sins, I have ransomed thy life and soul from everlasting destruction.
3. The Lords Supper is not only a Sacrament of the New-Testament (as hath been c•inced) but the last Sacrament thereof ▪ There are only two Sacraments of the New Testament, viz. Baptisme and the Lords Supper:
3. The lords Supper is not only a Sacrament of the New testament (as hath been c•inced) but the last Sacrament thereof ▪ There Are only two Sacraments of the New Testament, viz. Baptism and the lords Supper:
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and forthwith came thereout blood and water, Joh. 19. 34. so there is the Sacrament of Water and of Blood. Thus some interpret that difficult Scripture, 1 Joh. 5 8. There are three that bear witness on Earth, the Spirit, Water, i. e. Baptisme, and Blood, i. e.
and forthwith Come thereout blood and water, John 19. 34. so there is the Sacrament of Water and of Blood. Thus Some interpret that difficult Scripture, 1 John 5 8. There Are three that bear witness on Earth, the Spirit, Water, i. e. Baptism, and Blood, i. e.
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The Lord by his spirit in his word, also by the Sacraments of the New Testament, declareth and testifieth that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, there are those three witnesses which agree in one as concurring in their Testimony concerning Christs person and coming.
The Lord by his Spirit in his word, also by the Sacraments of the New Testament, Declareth and Testifieth that jesus christ is the Son of God, there Are those three Witnesses which agree in one as concurring in their Testimony Concerning Christ person and coming.
As in respect of the Sacraments of the Old-Testament, none but such as were circumcised might be admitted to the Passeover, Exod. 12. 48. thus we read concerning the three thousand converts, they were first Baptised,
As in respect of the Sacraments of the Old-Testament, none but such as were circumcised might be admitted to the Passover, Exod 12. 48. thus we read Concerning the three thousand converts, they were First Baptised,
when •nregenerate persons are entertained in the Lords sanct•ary, to participate in those holy enjoyments, Ezek. 44. 7. 9. Ye have brought into my sanctuary strangers, uncircumcised in heart,
when •nregenerate Persons Are entertained in the lords sanct•ary, to participate in those holy enjoyments, Ezekiel 44. 7. 9. You have brought into my sanctuary Strangers, uncircumcised in heart,
They whose natures were never changed by converting grace are the uncircumcised in heart; and therefore if they eat of Holy bread, or drink of Holy blood, they pr•fane it.
They whose nature's were never changed by converting grace Are the uncircumcised in heart; and Therefore if they eat of Holy bred, or drink of Holy blood, they pr•fane it.
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We read concerning the Prodigal, that he was made alive before he was brought to feed upon that which was prepared at his Fathers table, Luk 15. 24, 25 So should Christians have a principle of spiritual life in their souls,
We read Concerning the Prodigal, that he was made alive before he was brought to feed upon that which was prepared At his Father's table, Luk 15. 24, 25 So should Christians have a principle of spiritual life in their Souls,
Men do not in•ite dead, but living persons to come and sup with them And shall we think that the Lord Jesus will or can approve of dead Guests at his supper? they ought to have Grace whereby they may be able to feed upon Christ in the Sacrament.
Men do not in•ite dead, but living Persons to come and sup with them And shall we think that the Lord jesus will or can approve of dead Guests At his supper? they ought to have Grace whereby they may be able to feed upon christ in the Sacrament.
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are therefore •••st•ct according to what is visible and apparent, procee•ing by the Rules of Rational c•arity: but when the Cu•stion is, who ought to co•e? the Answer is.
Are Therefore •••st•ct according to what is visible and apparent, procee•ing by the Rules of Rational c•arity: but when the Cu•stion is, who ought to co•e? the Answer is.
and s•w a man which ha• not on a Wedding Garment, he said to him,, Friend, how c•••st th•• in hither, Mat. 22. 11, 12. q. d. thou art a •old intrud••, mo•• bold then v•lc•me,
and s•w a man which ha• not on a Wedding Garment, he said to him,, Friend, how c•••st th•• in hither, Mathew 22. 11, 12. q. worser. thou art a •old intrud••, mo•• bold then v•lc•me,
To speak a little m•re ful•y and particularly here, in order to a profitable p••••ing at the Lords Table, it is requisite that they who come and sit •o•n •here should be qualifi•. 1. With •ath.
To speak a little m•re ful•y and particularly Here, in order to a profitable p••••ing At the lords Table, it is requisite that they who come and fit •o•n •here should be qualifi•. 1. With •ath.
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Except when the body feeds upon the outward Elements, the •oul doth at the same time •eed upon Christ by Faith, participating at the Lords Supper will not be •or the better, but or the worse.
Except when the body feeds upon the outward Elements, the •oul does At the same time •eed upon christ by Faith, participating At the lords Supper will not be •or the better, but or the Worse.
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They must i• some measure ••ow and understand all the great •aving Truths of the Gospel, the belief whereof is necessary in order to the obtaining eternal life.
They must i• Some measure ••ow and understand all the great •aving Truths of the Gospel, the belief whereof is necessary in order to the obtaining Eternal life.
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No m•n can say that Jesus is the Lord, but by the Holy Ghost, 1 Cor. 12. 3. This knowledge is indeed necessary, in order to a worthy partaking at the Lords Table,
No m•n can say that jesus is the Lord, but by the Holy Ghost, 1 Cor. 12. 3. This knowledge is indeed necessary, in order to a worthy partaking At the lords Table,
but it is not sufficient. There is moreover, a saving knowledge, which is a special grace of the holy Spirit, peculiar to the Elect of God, h. e. when a man knoweth the truths of the Gospel,
but it is not sufficient. There is moreover, a Saving knowledge, which is a special grace of the holy Spirit, peculiar to the Elect of God, h. e. when a man Knoweth the truths of the Gospel,
so as to f•el the transforming sanctifying power of them in his own Soul, Joh. 17. 3. This we fitly call the grace of knowledge; and the Scripture calls it Grace, 2 Pet. 3. 18. grow in Grace. And when doth a Christian do so? truly,
so as to f•el the transforming sanctifying power of them in his own Soul, John 17. 3. This we fitly call the grace of knowledge; and the Scripture calls it Grace, 2 Pet. 3. 18. grow in Grace. And when does a Christian doe so? truly,
If a man hath not knowledge to discern the Lords body, he will eat and drink damnation to himself, 1 Cor. 11. 29. He must be able to put a difference between Sacramental Bread, and common Bread; and must be instructed in the nature and end of such an Institution.
If a man hath not knowledge to discern the lords body, he will eat and drink damnation to himself, 1 Cor. 11. 29. He must be able to put a difference between Sacramental Bred, and Common Bred; and must be instructed in the nature and end of such an Institution.
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Also, he must know and be sensible of this, that in partaking of the Lords Table, men have to do with a Christ, that was dead and crucified for the sins of his people,
Also, he must know and be sensible of this, that in partaking of the lords Table, men have to do with a christ, that was dead and Crucified for the Sins of his people,
The Children of Israel were to eat the Passeover, with bitter herbs, Exod. 12. 8. so they that partake of the Gospel Passeover, should have a deep sense of the bitterness of sin, see•ing upon the bitter herbs of sorrow for sin, which hath c•used the blood of Christ to be shed, his body to be broken,
The Children of Israel were to eat the Passover, with bitter herbs, Exod 12. 8. so they that partake of the Gospel Passover, should have a deep sense of the bitterness of since, see•ing upon the bitter herbs of sorrow for since, which hath c•used the blood of christ to be shed, his body to be broken,
especially, those that are of the same particular Church, and sit down together at the same Table of the Lord, had need look well to themselves, in this respect.
especially, those that Are of the same particular Church, and fit down together At the same Table of the Lord, had need look well to themselves, in this respect.
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Hence, when Christ preached his Sacrament Sermon, he insisted much on the doctrine of Christian love, by many and mighty Arguments, pressing his Disciples to love one another.
Hence, when christ preached his Sacrament Sermon, he insisted much on the Doctrine of Christian love, by many and mighty Arguments, pressing his Disciples to love one Another.
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So when Christians celebrate the Lords Supper, if the Leaven of sinful prejudices one against another, be not duely purged out of their hearts, they expose themselves unto the holy wrath of a jealous God, 1 Cor. 5 8. Let us keep the Feast, not with old leaven,
So when Christians celebrate the lords Supper, if the Leaven of sinful prejudices one against Another, be not duly purged out of their hearts, they expose themselves unto the holy wrath of a jealous God, 1 Cor. 5 8. Let us keep the Feast, not with old leaven,
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The Schismes and Heartburnings, which were amongst them, caused the Ordinance to become unprofitable and ineffectual for the good of their Souls. Yea, more;
The Schisms and Heartburnings, which were among them, caused the Ordinance to become unprofitable and ineffectual for the good of their Souls. Yea, more;
Except men and women be qualified as hath been expressed, though they should presume to approach the Table of the Lord, they do not keep his Ordinance; but they shall •ear sin for it,
Except men and women be qualified as hath been expressed, though they should presume to approach the Table of the Lord, they do not keep his Ordinance; but they shall •ear since for it,
It is his Institution, and is therefore called the Lords Supper. A Supper from the time when i• was •nstituted, viz. in the •ight, are the Lords Supper, from the Author and Institut•r of it, which was the Lord Christ. As the first day 〈 … 〉 is called the Lords Day, Rev. 1. 10. because it is the Day which the Lord Christ hath sanctified,
It is his Institution, and is Therefore called the lords Supper. A Supper from the time when i• was •nstituted, viz. in the •ight, Are the lords Supper, from the Author and Institut•r of it, which was the Lord christ. As the First day 〈 … 〉 is called the lords Day, Rev. 1. 10. Because it is the Day which the Lord christ hath sanctified,
and commanded that it 〈 … 〉 commomoration of his Resurrection. so is t•is Ordinance the Lords Supper because the Lord hath appointed the observation of it,
and commanded that it 〈 … 〉 commomoration of his Resurrection. so is t•is Ordinance the lords Supper Because the Lord hath appointed the observation of it,
and that the Lord alone can do, Now being a Divine Institution, the observation of it doth, (as al• Divine Institutiors do) tend to the honour of the Name of him who hath said Do this. Hereby the Lords Name and memory is upheld amongst his People in the World;
and that the Lord alone can do, Now being a Divine Institution, the observation of it does, (as al• Divine Institutiors do) tend to the honour of the Name of him who hath said Do this. Hereby the lords Name and memory is upheld among his People in the World;
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yea, intimacy of Communion is denoted by that expression, Rev. 3. 20. And the Lords Table, 1 Cor. 10 21. The Master of the Feast holds Communion with his Guests,
yea, intimacy of Communion is denoted by that expression, Rev. 3. 20. And the lords Table, 1 Cor. 10 21. The Master of the Feast holds Communion with his Guests,
In this Sacred Ordinance, Believers have Communion with Christ in respect of his Spirit, 1 Cor. 12, 13 And in respect of his person and death and all his Redeeming benefits, 1 Cor. 10 16. The Resurrection of their bodies unto everlasting life, is sealed to Believers, by their partaking at this Ordinance, Joh. 6, 54. Whose eateth my flesh and drinketh my blood, hath eternal life,
In this Sacred Ordinance, Believers have Communion with christ in respect of his Spirit, 1 Cor. 12, 13 And in respect of his person and death and all his Redeeming benefits, 1 Cor. 10 16. The Resurrection of their bodies unto everlasting life, is sealed to Believers, by their partaking At this Ordinance, John 6, 54. Whose Eateth my Flesh and Drinketh my blood, hath Eternal life,
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For in Heaven there are none but Saints, separated from the World, holding Communion with Christ, wondring at his Glory, ravished with the sense of his love in that he died to redeem them;
For in Heaven there Are none but Saints, separated from the World, holding Communion with christ, wondering At his Glory, ravished with the sense of his love in that he died to Redeem them;
to walk in this world, as he walked, and to grow up unto more intimacy of Communion with him from day to day, Eph. 4. 15. Col 2 6, 7. Now the Lords Supper is appointed for that end.
to walk in this world, as he walked, and to grow up unto more intimacy of Communion with him from day to day, Ephesians 4. 15. Col 2 6, 7. Now the lords Supper is appointed for that end.
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so do regenerate Souls grow, by frequent feeding upon the sincere Milk of the Word of God, 1 Pet. 2. 2. The same is in a most peculiar manner true, with respect unto this Ordinance of the Lords Supper. No man ever did partake of it as he should do,
so do regenerate Souls grow, by frequent feeding upon the sincere Milk of the Word of God, 1 Pet. 2. 2. The same is in a most peculiar manner true, with respect unto this Ordinance of the lords Supper. No man ever did partake of it as he should do,
How then dost thou approve thy self his Friend? God blessed the Rec•abites, when they kept the Commandment of Jonadab their Father, in their abstaining from Wine, Jer. 35. 6. But if thou wilt disobey the Commandment of the Lord Jesus, by refusing to make use of Bread and Wine for a Religious end, notwithstanding his most solemn charge, requiring thee to do this: how canst thou expect that God will bless thee.
How then dost thou approve thy self his Friend? God blessed the Rec•abites, when they kept the Commandment of Jonadab their Father, in their abstaining from Wine, Jer. 35. 6. But if thou wilt disobey the Commandment of the Lord jesus, by refusing to make use of Bred and Wine for a Religious end, notwithstanding his most solemn charge, requiring thee to do this: how Canst thou expect that God will bless thee.
•Is not this particularly to say, that there are Commandments of Christ, and one great duty of Christian Religion, which is not worth the observing? and if thou art one that hast been Baptised into the Name of the Lord Jesus, thou art bound to observe all things, whatsoever he hath commanded, Mat. 28. 19, 20. And therefore by neglecting to prepare thy self for,
•Is not this particularly to say, that there Are commandments of christ, and one great duty of Christian Religion, which is not worth the observing? and if thou art one that hast been Baptised into the Name of the Lord jesus, thou art bound to observe all things, whatsoever he hath commanded, Mathew 28. 19, 20. And Therefore by neglecting to prepare thy self for,
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and will not the Lord find a time to make thee know thy breach of Covenant? Remember what you have heard ▪ concerning that awful Obligation, which Baptisme brings the Souls of men and women under.
and will not the Lord find a time to make thee know thy breach of Covenant? remember what you have herd ▪ Concerning that awful Obligation, which Baptism brings the Souls of men and women under.
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Doth i• not strike terror into thy Conscience, in that thou hast lived so many years unmindful of the Vows of God, which thy soul hath entred in•o? Men by sins of Omission, may provoke the Lord exceedingly.
Does i• not strike terror into thy Conscience, in that thou hast lived so many Years unmindful of the Vows of God, which thy soul hath entered in•o? Men by Sins of Omission, may provoke the Lord exceedingly.
So it will appear at the last •ay, when the Son of God will Judge and Sentence them to death, not only because they have committed evil, b•t because they have neglected to do good.
So it will appear At the last •ay, when the Son of God will Judge and Sentence them to death, not only Because they have committed evil, b•t Because they have neglected to do good.
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Yea, Omissions, not only of Moral Duties, such as Prayer, hearing the Word, Meditation, &c but of Instituted Worship, are many times the reason wh• the Lord doth manifest his great displeasure against those who are in Covenant with him ▪ Think on that Scripture, Exod. 5. 3. Let us Sacrifice to the Lord our God;
Yea, Omissions, not only of Moral Duties, such as Prayer, hearing the Word, Meditation, etc. but of Instituted Worship, Are many times the reason wh• the Lord does manifest his great displeasure against those who Are in Covenant with him ▪ Think on that Scripture, Exod 5. 3. Let us Sacrifice to the Lord our God;
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in that there are such multitudes of m•n and women, who content themselves to live without any commemoration of the Sacrifice of the New-Testament, according to divine Institution? Believe it verily,
in that there Are such Multitudes of m•n and women, who content themselves to live without any commemoration of the Sacrifice of the New testament, according to divine Institution? Believe it verily,
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for it is a Truth, that godly men and women may by omissions of this nature, provoke the Lord, to bring great afflictions upon themselves and Families.
for it is a Truth, that godly men and women may by omissions of this nature, provoke the Lord, to bring great afflictions upon themselves and Families.
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VVhen Jacob neglected to build an Altar unto God, did not the Lord follow him, with distressing sorrows •n his Family, Gen. 35. 1. When Moses neglected to circumcise his Child, the Lord met him and sought to kill him, Exod. 4. 24. And yet wilt thou notwithstanding all that hath been spoken to thee from the Word of God about this matter, content thy self to live from year to year, not only without Baptisme for thy children but without the Lords Supper for the good of thine own Soul? beware thou,
When Jacob neglected to built an Altar unto God, did not the Lord follow him, with distressing sorrows •n his Family, Gen. 35. 1. When Moses neglected to circumcise his Child, the Lord met him and sought to kill him, Exod 4. 24. And yet wilt thou notwithstanding all that hath been spoken to thee from the Word of God about this matter, content thy self to live from year to year, not only without Baptism for thy children but without the lords Supper for the good of thine own Soul? beware thou,
but from others also for your sake, because you have disregarded and despised such mercies? Know also, that by not observing the Lords Supper, you become guilty of breaking the second Commandment, by which men are required, not only to reject all humane Inventions, in the Worship of God;
but from Others also for your sake, Because you have disregarded and despised such Mercies? Know also, that by not observing the lords Supper, you become guilty of breaking the second Commandment, by which men Are required, not only to reject all humane Inventions, in the Worship of God;
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If therefore the Children that have been born and brought up in the Churches in New-England, shall live in the neglect of Divine Institutions, their sin is highly aggravated,
If Therefore the Children that have been born and brought up in the Churches in New england, shall live in the neglect of Divine Institutions, their since is highly aggravated,
and laid down their lives, that so they might bear witness to the truth of Christ, respecting this Institution• of his? And (as one well speaks) if God should be provoked to suffer Popery once more to prevail, that men must either observe this Ordinance, in such a way as the Pope Commands,
and laid down their lives, that so they might bear witness to the truth of christ, respecting this Institution• of his? And (as one well speaks) if God should be provoked to suffer Popery once more to prevail, that men must either observe this Ordinance, in such a Way as the Pope Commands,
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or else suffer death, for their opposing Antichrist, they will then have sad reflections in their own Consciences, concerning their neglect in this matter.
or Else suffer death, for their opposing Antichrist, they will then have sad reflections in their own Consciences, Concerning their neglect in this matter.
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There is an awful Scripture to this purpose, L•v. 7. 20. The soul that eats of the flesh of t•e •acrifice of Peace-offerings, (and so doth •e do that partaketh at the Lords Table) having his uncleanness upon him, that soul shall be cut off.
There is an awful Scripture to this purpose, L•v. 7. 20. The soul that eats of the Flesh of t•e •acrifice of Peace-offerings, (and so does •e doe that partaketh At the lords Table) having his uncleanness upon him, that soul shall be Cut off.
A child of lig•t, may walk in darkness and have no light, Isai. 50. 10. And in that case it concerns men both di•igen•ly to try themselves and also to put themselves upon the trial of others,
A child of lig•t, may walk in darkness and have no Light, Isaiah 50. 10. And in that case it concerns men both di•igen•ly to try themselves and also to put themselves upon the trial of Others,
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whether they be not duely qualified to partake of the Lords Supper. It is not necessary that a man or woman should have Assurance before they come to this Ordinance,
whither they be not duly qualified to partake of the lords Supper. It is not necessary that a man or woman should have Assurance before they come to this Ordinance,
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Ʋse 2. If to observe this Ordinance be an indispensible duty, we are then to be Exhorted, that we do this, even as the Lord commands both with respect unto the matter,
Ʋse 2. If to observe this Ordinance be an indispensible duty, we Are then to be Exhorted, that we do this, even as the Lord commands both with respect unto the matter,
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Sometimes Believers do •ensibly experience good thereby, at the very time of Receiving; even inward comfortings, and soul ravishing joyes of the Holy Ghost.
Sometime Believers do •ensibly experience good thereby, At the very time of Receiving; even inward comfortings, and soul ravishing Joys of the Holy Ghost.
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The Lord maketh them joyful in his house of Prayer, Isai 56. 7. that their Souls go away filled with great joy, as the Lords people went from the Passeover in Hezekiah• time, 2 Chron. 30. 26. or, that which is better then comfort follows upon a due partaking at the Lords Table. h. e. more Grace and Holiness.
The Lord makes them joyful in his house of Prayer, Isaiah 56. 7. that their Souls go away filled with great joy, as the lords people went from the Passover in Hezekiah• time, 2 Chronicles 30. 26. or, that which is better then Comfort follows upon a due partaking At the lords Table. h. e. more Grace and Holiness.
In this Ordinance of the Gospel (in a more especial manner) Believers, beholding as in a Glasse the glory of the Lord are changed into the same Image, from glory to glory, 2 Cor. 3 18. even from one degree of glorious grace unto another.
In this Ordinance of the Gospel (in a more especial manner) Believers, beholding as in a Glass the glory of the Lord Are changed into the same Image, from glory to glory, 2 Cor. 3 18. even from one degree of glorious grace unto Another.
For the Holy Spirit to come as a Sanctifier, is more desirable then for him to come as a Comforter: but he many times cometh as both, to the souls of his Servants,
For the Holy Spirit to come as a Sanctifier, is more desirable then for him to come as a Comforter: but he many times comes as both, to the Souls of his Servants,
a sin which leaveth a deep stain, and guilt upon the Soul, therefore in the third Commandment, the Lord saith that he will not hold him guiltless that shall take his Name in vain, implying that such sinners are guilty creatures indeed before the Lord.
a since which Leaveth a deep stain, and guilt upon the Soul, Therefore in the third Commandment, the Lord Says that he will not hold him guiltless that shall take his Name in vain, implying that such Sinners Are guilty creatures indeed before the Lord.
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or can be, 1 Cor. 11. 27. Whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup of the Lord unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord.
or can be, 1 Cor. 11. 27. Whosoever shall eat this bred, and drink this cup of the Lord unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord.
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And therefore great evil of punishment, will (without Repentance) most certainly follow, 1 Cor. 11. 29. He that eats and drinks unworthily, eats and drinks damnation to himself.
And Therefore great evil of punishment, will (without Repentance) most Certainly follow, 1 Cor. 11. 29. He that eats and drinks unworthily, eats and drinks damnation to himself.
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There is a Temporal damnation, which the holy God doth inflict upon men for this sin, in respect of outward Judgements which be•ell them ▪ ver. 30. for this cause, namely because of their unworthy unprepared coming to the Table of the Lord, many are weak and sickly among you, and many sleep.
There is a Temporal damnation, which the holy God does inflict upon men for this since, in respect of outward Judgments which be•ell them ▪ for. 30. for this cause, namely Because of their unworthy unprepared coming to the Table of the Lord, many Are weak and sickly among you, and many sleep.
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Probably (as some conceive) God sent the Plague amongst the Corinthians, for this very sin, in that though they did partake of the Lords Supper, they did it not with that seriousness and preparation which the Rule requireth.
Probably (as Some conceive) God sent the Plague among the Corinthians, for this very since, in that though they did partake of the lords Supper, they did it not with that seriousness and preparation which the Rule requires.
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They did not manifest due respect to the body of the Lord, and therefore he punished them with Diseases and Death upon their own bodies. Church-desolating Plagues are the fruit of this iniquity.
They did not manifest due respect to the body of the Lord, and Therefore he punished them with Diseases and Death upon their own bodies. Church-desolating Plagues Are the fruit of this iniquity.
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The Lord Jesus (who holds the stars in his right hand) doth sometimes suddenly remove the lights which he hath set up in his Candlesticks so as that there shall be no steward of God to dispense the Mysteries of the Kingdome,
The Lord jesus (who holds the Stars in his right hand) does sometime suddenly remove the lights which he hath Set up in his Candlesticks so as that there shall be no steward of God to dispense the Mysteres of the Kingdom,
It was a weigthy and a solemn word, which the Godly, Learned Paraus spake to a Generation of loose Protestants in Heidelberg, I wonder not (saith he) at the War in Germany, when I consider the Sacrament profanations which you are guilty of.
It was a weigthy and a solemn word, which the Godly, Learned Parous spoke to a Generation of lose Protestants in Heidelberg, I wonder not (Says he) At the War in Germany, when I Consider the Sacrament profanations which you Are guilty of.
sometimes i• not cleansed, according to the purification which is required of those that enter into the Sanctuary, 2 Chron 30. 19. And on that account, they may be exposed •n•o severe outward Judgements.
sometime i• not cleansed, according to the purification which is required of those that enter into the Sanctuary, 2 Chronicles 30. 19. And on that account, they may be exposed •n•o severe outward Judgments.
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Such of •hem as shall not be condemned to the second death, with the Reprobate World at the last day were judged and chastened of the Lord, in respect of great outward Afflictions;
Such of •hem as shall not be condemned to the second death, with the Reprobate World At the last day were judged and chastened of the Lord, in respect of great outward Afflictions;
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yea, death as to their bodies, because they did eat and drink at the Lords Table, with an unworthy and unsuitable frame of spirit, 1 Cor. 11. 32. For this cause also, true Believers are sometimes exercised with inward as well as outward troubles;
yea, death as to their bodies, Because they did eat and drink At the lords Table, with an unworthy and unsuitable frame of Spirit, 1 Cor. 11. 32. For this cause also, true Believers Are sometime exercised with inward as well as outward Troubles;
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When Christians let loo•e their hearts upon the World, the l•e of Religion is lo••; and they become •ormal slight and unprofitable in their attendance upon the most solemn duties. Watch also against scandalous sins.
When Christians let loo•e their hearts upon the World, the l•e of Religion is lo••; and they become •ormal slight and unprofitable in their attendance upon the most solemn duties. Watch also against scandalous Sins.
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but was to forbear until the next Moneth, Numb. 9. 6, 10. 11. So if a man hath fallen into a scandalous sin, whereby he is become morally unclean, he ought not to eat the Lords Supper, until such time as he hath renewed his Repentance,
but was to forbear until the next Monn, Numb. 9. 6, 10. 11. So if a man hath fallen into a scandalous since, whereby he is become morally unclean, he ought not to eat the lords Supper, until such time as he hath renewed his Repentance,
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but constantly as oft as he shall eat that Bread or drink that Cup. The Apostle speaketh to those that had been at the Lords Supper many a time, whom nevertheless he calls upon, to practise this duty of Self-examination,
but constantly as oft as he shall eat that Bred or drink that Cup. The Apostle speaks to those that had been At the lords Supper many a time, whom nevertheless he calls upon, to practise this duty of Self-examination,
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then I was w•en • fir•• believed? yea, moreover, he should examine himself concerning his present actual fitness to sit down and partake at the Lords Table.
then I was w•en • fir•• believed? yea, moreover, he should examine himself Concerning his present actual fitness to fit down and partake At the lords Table.
Tears of Evangelical Repentance, become Christians when partaking at the Lords Supper. 4. Let us remember to be exceeding thankful unto God in Jesus Christ.
Tears of Evangelical Repentance, become Christians when partaking At the lords Supper. 4. Let us Remember to be exceeding thankful unto God in jesus christ.
and shall not our Souls be thankful to him, and bless his Name for ever? In this Ordinance, Believers have intimacy of communion with God, and with Jesus Christ.
and shall not our Souls be thankful to him, and bless his Name for ever? In this Ordinance, Believers have intimacy of communion with God, and with jesus christ.
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one is that of Secret Prayer, and the other is that of the Lords Supper. And shall we not then be exceeding thankful? Moreover, the communion which we have with Christ in his Supper, is a pledge of everlasting Communion with him in Heaven.
one is that of Secret Prayer, and the other is that of the lords Supper. And shall we not then be exceeding thankful? Moreover, the communion which we have with christ in his Supper, is a pledge of everlasting Communion with him in Heaven.
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Whereas he doth satisfie our souls with the sa•ness of his house here, thats a si•n that he will make us drink of the River of his pleasure, in another and a b•tter world.
Whereas he does satisfy our Souls with the sa•ness of his house Here, thats a si•n that he will make us drink of the River of his pleasure, in Another and a b•tter world.
And his causing them to sit down at his Table now, is an intimation from Heaven, that they shall be where he is, there to behold his Glory, where the•r Souls shall feast upon his love,
And his causing them to fit down At his Table now, is an intimation from Heaven, that they shall be where he is, there to behold his Glory, where the•r Souls shall feast upon his love,
O then treasure up Experiences of the presence of Christ with you in the Sacrament; and say after David, Psal. 103. 1, 2, 3, 4. Bless the Lord, O my Soul,
Oh then treasure up Experiences of the presence of christ with you in the Sacrament; and say After David, Psalm 103. 1, 2, 3, 4. Bless the Lord, Oh my Soul,
THe Prophet David, being sensible of those unjust Reproaches and Slanders, which Saul and his Servants had taken up against him, he App•als to God concerning his Innocency, desiring that the Lord would be his Judge, and his Examiner.
THe Prophet David, being sensible of those unjust Reproaches and Slanders, which Saul and his Servants had taken up against him, he App•als to God Concerning his Innocency, desiring that the Lord would be his Judge, and his Examiner.
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Having asserted his integrity, he produceth sundry arguments as evidences thereof. 1. His having the Image of God upon him in respect of mercy and truth, argued his sincerity in the Lords •ight Ver. 3. For thy loving kindness is before mine eyes,
Having asserted his integrity, he Produceth sundry Arguments as evidences thereof. 1. His having the Image of God upon him in respect of mercy and truth, argued his sincerity in the lords •ight Ver. 3. For thy loving kindness is before mine eyes,
and he had approved himself true and faithful in all his wayes. 2. He proveth his sincerity in that he had declined the society of sinners. 3. In that he was one who did make Conscience to prepare for,
and he had approved himself true and faithful in all his ways. 2. He Proves his sincerity in that he had declined the society of Sinners. 3. In that he was one who did make Conscience to prepare for,
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and those holy Ordinances which are of Divine Institution. Delight wherein is a great sign of true Grace, ver. 6. 7, 8. The words at present to be insisted on, fall under the second Reason, whereby the Psalmist endeavours to evince his integrity.
and those holy Ordinances which Are of Divine Institution. Delight wherein is a great Signen of true Grace, ver. 6. 7, 8. The words At present to be insisted on, fallen under the second Reason, whereby the Psalmist endeavours to evince his integrity.
Which is implied in that Precept, Honour all men. And the Apostle Exhorts Christians to add Charity unto Brotherly kindness, The Object of charity is more general and extensive, then that of Brotherly kindness.
Which is implied in that Precept, Honour all men. And the Apostle Exhorts Christians to add Charity unto Brotherly kindness, The Object of charity is more general and extensive, then that of Brotherly kindness.
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Yea, and some Religious communion may be held with those that are vain Persons. Though we are to exclude them from partaking in Instituted, yet not from joyning with us •n Duties of Moral Worship. We may suffer them, to joyn with us in hearing the Word.
Yea, and Some Religious communion may be held with those that Are vain Persons. Though we Are to exclude them from partaking in Instituted, yet not from joining with us •n Duties of Moral Worship. We may suffer them, to join with us in hearing the Word.
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and three score and sixteen Souls, and yet but few of them that had any true Religion or fear of God in their hearts, Act. 27. 35. 37. so that all Communion with vain persons is not forbidden nor implied in declining to sit with them.
and three score and sixteen Souls, and yet but few of them that had any true Religion or Fear of God in their hearts, Act. 27. 35. 37. so that all Communion with vain Persons is not forbidden nor implied in declining to fit with them.
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and in Sauls Court, where it may be, the•e was not one godly man, besides himself and Jonathan-Nehemiah when he lived amongst the Persians, Daniel and the three Worthies with him,
and in Saul's Court, where it may be, the•e was not one godly man, beside himself and Jonathan-Nehemiah when he lived among the Persians, daniel and the three Worthies with him,
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Likewise, a mans particular calling may necessitate him sometimes to converse with vain persons. Therefore the Scripture doth allow more Communion and civil converse with Idolaters and prophane persons,
Likewise, a men particular calling may necessitate him sometime to converse with vain Persons. Therefore the Scripture does allow more Communion and civil converse with Idolaters and profane Persons,
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because if Christians should be forbidden all society or commerce with worldly and wicked men, they must go out of the world, 1 Cor. 5 9, 10, 11. And not only the concerns of a Christians particular Calling, may necessitate him to be in company with vain persons.
Because if Christians should be forbidden all society or commerce with worldly and wicked men, they must go out of the world, 1 Cor. 5 9, 10, 11. And not only the concerns of a Christians particular Calling, may necessitate him to be in company with vain Persons.
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And when the Prophet Jeremy, saith, I sat not in the assembly of the •nookers, chap. 15. ver. 17. his meaning is, that he had not familiarity with such as those were.
And when the Prophet Jeremiah, Says, I sat not in the assembly of the •nookers, chap. 15. ver. 17. his meaning is, that he had not familiarity with such as those were.
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It is noted in the Scripture, as Jehoshaphats great failing, that he was too intimate with Ahab, for which the Prophet Jeku, did faithfully reprove him.
It is noted in the Scripture, as Jehoshaphats great failing, that he was too intimate with Ahab, for which the Prophet Jeku, did faithfully reprove him.
And when he became guilty of the same •rror again, by joyning himself with A•aziah the King of Israel, who did very wickedly, Eliezer prophesied against him, that blasting strokes of God would follow him, for that very sin;
And when he became guilty of the same •rror again, by joining himself with A•aziah the King of Israel, who did very wickedly, Eliezer prophesied against him, that blasting Strokes of God would follow him, for that very since;
Lot was vexed with the filthy conversation of the wicked, for that Righteous man dwelling among them, in seeing and hearing, vexed his righteous Soul from day to day, with their unlawful deeds, 2 Pet. 27, 8 We ought not to love such with a Love o• complacency or Delight. Therefore when Jehosh•phat did s•em to delight in wicked Ahabs company, i• was said to him, by the Prophet, shouldst thou help the ungodly,
Lot was vexed with the filthy Conversation of the wicked, for that Righteous man Dwelling among them, in seeing and hearing, vexed his righteous Soul from day to day, with their unlawful Deeds, 2 Pet. 27, 8 We ought not to love such with a Love o• complacency or Delight. Therefore when Jehosh•phat did s•em to delight in wicked Ahabs company, i• was said to him, by the Prophet, Shouldst thou help the ungodly,
and kneeled down before him, with that Question, What shall I do that I may inherit eternal life, withal professing, that he had from •is you•h been very careful to observe the Commandments of God;
and kneeled down before him, with that Question, What shall I do that I may inherit Eternal life, withal professing, that he had from •is you•h been very careful to observe the commandments of God;
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it is said, that Jesus beholding him loved him, M•r. 10. 21. h. e. he pitied him, Bowels of love in the compassionate heart of Jesus, were moved towards him, to see a man that should perform such duties,
it is said, that jesus beholding him loved him, M•r. 10. 21. h. e. he pitied him, Bowels of love in the compassionate heart of jesus, were moved towards him, to see a man that should perform such duties,
nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful, the meaning is, that the man is blessed who doth not hearken to them, nor follow their example.
nor Stands in the Way of Sinners, nor Sitteth in the seat of the scornful, the meaning is, that the man is blessed who does not harken to them, nor follow their Exampl.
when he saith, I will not sit with the wicked, Psal. 26. 5. And hence this sitting with vain persons, is in the next words, expressed by that of going in with dissemblers.
when he Says, I will not fit with the wicked, Psalm 26. 5. And hence this sitting with vain Persons, is in the next words, expressed by that of going in with dissemblers.
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and so to speak would be to do as the workers of iniquity do, and this is called a going in company with them, Iob 34. 8. 9. David did not go in with aissemblers, inasmuch as he followed not their Example,
and so to speak would be to do as the workers of iniquity do, and this is called a going in company with them, Job 34. 8. 9. David did not go in with aissemblers, inasmuch as he followed not their Exampl,
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They will find their Idols vain, and themselves vain in their expectations of great matters from them, Jer. 3. 23. Truly in vain is salvation hoped for from the hills,
They will find their Idols vain, and themselves vain in their Expectations of great matters from them, Jer. 3. 23. Truly in vain is salvation hoped for from the hills,
The Lord laid a most strict inhibition on his people concerning this thing charging them to beware of entring into confederacies with those Idolaters they lived amongst.
The Lord laid a most strict inhibition on his people Concerning this thing charging them to beware of entering into confederacies with those Idolaters they lived among.
And in the New-Testament it is said, what communion hath light with darkness? what agreement hath the Temple of God with Idols? Come out from amongst them,
And in the New testament it is said, what communion hath Light with darkness? what agreement hath the Temple of God with Idols? Come out from among them,
So concerning those that hold any Fundamental Error in Religion, Hereticks (truly so called) are vain persons. And we ought not to have communion with such,
So Concerning those that hold any Fundamental Error in Religion, Heretics (truly so called) Are vain Persons. And we ought not to have communion with such,
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You shall never hear a gracious word proceed out of their mouthes, or any discourse that shall tend unto spiritual edification. This argueth a vain person.
You shall never hear a gracious word proceed out of their mouths, or any discourse that shall tend unto spiritual edification. This argue a vain person.
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Much more is it true, that those evil communications which corrupt good manners, and which a moral and modest Heathen would be ashamed of, profane and filthy speeches, argue a vain and a vile person.
Much more is it true, that those evil communications which corrupt good manners, and which a moral and modest Heathen would be ashamed of, profane and filthy Speeches, argue a vain and a vile person.
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Persons that will perswade others to sin against God, deserve the Name of vain persons. Therefore when Iobs wife, gave him such desperate counsil as that, Iob 1. 9. Curse God and dye, probably supposing that if he should curse God, he would quickly die for it,
Persons that will persuade Others to since against God, deserve the Name of vain Persons. Therefore when Jobs wife, gave him such desperate council as that, Job 1. 9. Curse God and die, probably supposing that if he should curse God, he would quickly die for it,
Therefore evil Counsellers, who make it their design to draw others into the ways of Error, either as to judgement or practice, are the vain persons whom my Text, doth in a more peculiar manner refer unto.
Therefore evil Counsellers, who make it their Design to draw Others into the ways of Error, either as to judgement or practice, Are the vain Persons whom my Text, does in a more peculiar manner refer unto.
For there is nothing to be got by sin, but only shame and misery, Rom. 6. 2• What fruit had you in those things whereof you are now ashamed? Sin is good for nothing neither for body,
For there is nothing to be god by since, but only shame and misery, Rom. 6. 2• What fruit had you in those things whereof you Are now ashamed? since is good for nothing neither for body,
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Vain persons may flatter themselves in their iniquity, foolishly imagining, that they shall enjoy pleasures, or worldly gain by taking sinful and in•irect courses to obtain their desires;
Vain Persons may flatter themselves in their iniquity, foolishly imagining, that they shall enjoy pleasures, or worldly gain by taking sinful and in•irect courses to obtain their Desires;
but in the conclusion, they will meet with a miserable frustration; seeing they have embraced a shadow instead of substance, He that gains by practising iniquity,
but in the conclusion, they will meet with a miserable frustration; seeing they have embraced a shadow instead of substance, He that gains by practising iniquity,
when he shall compare his losses with his gains, will certainly find he hath lost, that which is ten thousand times better then all that he hath gained.
when he shall compare his losses with his gains, will Certainly find he hath lost, that which is ten thousand times better then all that he hath gained.
And the word of God saith, have no fellowship with such, Eph. 5. 11. Do not come among them saith another Scripture, Prov. 23. 20. Be not amongst Wine-bibbers, amongst riotous eaters of flesh.
And the word of God Says, have no fellowship with such, Ephesians 5. 11. Do not come among them Says Another Scripture, Curae 23. 20. Be not among Wine-bibbers, among riotous eaters of Flesh.
And godly men should not make such their intimates, they should not sit with, and be one heart with those whom they cannot but judge to be poor, vain, carnal creatures still.
And godly men should not make such their intimates, they should not fit with, and be one heart with those whom they cannot but judge to be poor, vain, carnal creatures still.
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The Apostle sheweth, that in the last dayes, there will be men that shall have a form of godliness without the power of it, from such (saith he) turn away, 2 Tim. 3. 5. And it is a sign, that men have little experience of the power of godliness themselves,
The Apostle shows, that in the last days, there will be men that shall have a from of godliness without the power of it, from such (Says he) turn away, 2 Tim. 3. 5. And it is a Signen, that men have little experience of the power of godliness themselves,
Therefore the work of Conversion is oft in the Scripture set forth by such things as intimate a change of nature, e. g. by that of making a wilderness to become a fruitful field, Isai. 32. 15. The nature of the soyle is changed,
Therefore the work of Conversion is oft in the Scripture Set forth by such things as intimate a change of nature, e. g. by that of making a Wilderness to become a fruitful field, Isaiah 32. 15. The nature of the soil is changed,
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Isai. 11. 6, 7. Now the nature being changed, there must needs follow a change as to the company which such persons will delight to associate themselves with.
Isaiah 11. 6, 7. Now the nature being changed, there must needs follow a change as to the company which such Persons will delight to associate themselves with.
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One that hath tasted the sweetness that is in holy fellowship, cannot but di•tast and dislike sinful fellowship And this is true concerning the sincere professor of Religion.
One that hath tasted the sweetness that is in holy fellowship, cannot but di•tast and dislike sinful fellowship And this is true Concerning the sincere professor of Religion.
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He hath had experience of the communion of Saints, and hath found that to be edifying to his Soul Yea, he knoweth what it is, to have Communion with God and with Jesus Christ, through the Spirit, 1 Joh. 1. 3. Truly our fellowship is with the Father,
He hath had experience of the communion of Saints, and hath found that to be edifying to his Soul Yea, he Knoweth what it is, to have Communion with God and with jesus christ, through the Spirit, 1 John 1. 3. Truly our fellowship is with the Father,
And when he has experienced soul ravishing communion with God and with Jesus Christ, he cannot but say to the workers of Iniquity (as David did Psal. 6. 8.) Depart from me, I desire your fellowship no more.
And when he has experienced soul ravishing communion with God and with jesus christ, he cannot but say to the workers of Iniquity (as David did Psalm 6. 8.) Depart from me, I desire your fellowship no more.
He hath found such sweetness in holy communion with the blessed God, as that he cannot approve of any thing that would break or hinder communion with him.
He hath found such sweetness in holy communion with the blessed God, as that he cannot approve of any thing that would break or hinder communion with him.
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A godly man shall find by experience, that if his heart be brought into never so holy and spiritual a frame, a little occasional communion with vain persons, will put it out of frame again.
A godly man shall find by experience, that if his heart be brought into never so holy and spiritual a frame, a little occasional communion with vain Persons, will put it out of frame again.
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Whenas that time which is spent in sitting with vain persons, is mispent and lost; and a miserable account is like to be given of it at the last day.
Whenas that time which is spent in sitting with vain Persons, is Mis-spent and lost; and a miserable account is like to be given of it At the last day.
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The holy spirit of God has made his Servants sensible that it will be with them to eternity, according as they improve their moment here. If they spend their time well,
The holy Spirit of God has made his Servants sensible that it will be with them to eternity, according as they improve their moment Here. If they spend their time well,
as Deut. 32: 5. They have corrupted themselves, their spot is not the spot of His children It is not wont to be so, with those that are indeed the regenerate Children of God.
as Deuteronomy 32: 5. They have corrupted themselves, their spot is not the spot of His children It is not wont to be so, with those that Are indeed the regenerate Children of God.
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But how was it after his Conversion? Then he essayes to joyn himself to the Disciples, Act. 9. 26 The men he once hated and mocked at, are now become most dear unto him.
But how was it After his Conversion? Then he essays to join himself to the Disciples, Act. 9. 26 The men he once hated and mocked At, Are now become most dear unto him.
They then (whoever they be) that make vain persons their Familiars and greatest intimates, have cause to suspect and give others reason to suspect their sincerity.
They then (whoever they be) that make vain Persons their Familiars and greatest intimates, have cause to suspect and give Others reason to suspect their sincerity.
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Therefore the wise man saith, Beware of it, lest thou get a snare to thy soul, Prov 22. 25. O the bloody desolation of Souls, which hath been the effect of this woful sin.
Therefore the wise man Says, Beware of it, lest thou get a snare to thy soul, Curae 22. 25. O the bloody desolation of Souls, which hath been the Effect of this woeful since.
The Scripture therefore saith, that a companion of fools shall be destroyed, Prov 13. 20. He that is a companion of vain persons, is in the broad way, which leadeth to destruction,
The Scripture Therefore Says, that a Companion of Fools shall be destroyed, Curae 13. 20. He that is a Companion of vain Persons, is in the broad Way, which leads to destruction,
For thereby they have learned wayes of wickedness, which before they were not guilty of. They have learned to become Idle, Unclean, Swearers, Self-polluters, Adulterers;
For thereby they have learned ways of wickedness, which before they were not guilty of. They have learned to become Idle, Unclean, Swearers, Self-polluters, Adulterers;
for the which sins, Wo unto their Souls. Mind what God in his word saith to thee, Prov. 22. 24. 25. Make no friendship with a furious man, thou shalt not go with him, lest thou learn his wayes.
for the which Sins, Woe unto their Souls. Mind what God in his word Says to thee, Curae 22. 24. 25. Make no friendship with a furious man, thou shalt not go with him, lest thou Learn his ways.
It is noted concerning Abaziah, that they of the house of Ahab were his Counsellers after his Fathers death, to his destruction, 2 Chron. 22. 4. He indeed had a wicked Father,
It is noted Concerning Abaziah, that they of the house of Ahab were his Counsellers After his Father's death, to his destruction, 2 Chronicles 22. 4. He indeed had a wicked Father,
but there is many a young man, born of godly Parents, that upon the death or absence of his Father, hath fallen into acquaintance and familiarity with vain persons, whose counsils he hath followed, to the everlasting destruction both of his body and soul.
but there is many a young man, born of godly Parents, that upon the death or absence of his Father, hath fallen into acquaintance and familiarity with vain Persons, whose Councils he hath followed, to the everlasting destruction both of his body and soul.
Therefore men are called upon in the Scripture, as they desire salvation, to beware of familiar society with wicked ones, Act. 2. 40. Save your selves from this untoward Generation.
Therefore men Are called upon in the Scripture, as they desire salvation, to beware of familiar society with wicked ones, Act. 2. 40. Save your selves from this untoward Generation.
I conclude this particular with the words of Moses to the children of Israel Numb. 16. 26. He spake unto the Congregation, saying, depart I pray you from the Tents of these wicked men,
I conclude this particular with the words of Moses to the children of Israel Numb. 16. 26. He spoke unto the Congregation, saying, depart I pray you from the Tents of these wicked men,
that they have thought with themselves they would forsake their sins, and become new Creatures; but they have gone into loose and vain company, and so lost all those convictions,
that they have Thought with themselves they would forsake their Sins, and become new Creatures; but they have gone into lose and vain company, and so lost all those convictions,
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they know not how to part with their vain Companions. If they might have Christ and sit with vain persons too, they would be Christians: but that can never he.
they know not how to part with their vain Sodales. If they might have christ and fit with vain Persons too, they would be Christians: but that can never he.
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Arise soul come away from thy dead Companions, if thou wouldst have Christ to give thee the light of Salvation But because distracted sinners will remain amongst the Graves,
Arise soul come away from thy dead Sodales, if thou Wouldst have christ to give thee the Light of Salvation But Because distracted Sinners will remain among the Graves,
for wisdome saith, Forsake the foolish and live, Prov 9. 6. If the Lord Jesus help thee, quite to forsake thy for ra•• Companions, in sin and vanity, whom thou didst once delight in,
for Wisdom Says, Forsake the foolish and live, Curae 9. 6. If the Lord jesus help thee, quite to forsake thy for ra•• Sodales, in since and vanity, whom thou didst once delight in,
then that of vain Company; therefore if the Lord help thee to break through that snare of the fowler, there is great hope, that thou shalt escape with the life of thy soul,
then that of vain Company; Therefore if the Lord help thee to break through that snare of the Fowler, there is great hope, that thou shalt escape with the life of thy soul,
How few are there, amongst those that by Debaucheries have been brought from a flourishing state into a condition most wretched and rue•ul, (and many such instances these late sinful dayes have afforded) but if they be asked the reason, will tell you, i• was evil Company that did it? O•, however, this sin is like to prove bitter, upon a Death bed.
How few Are there, among those that by Debaucheries have been brought from a flourishing state into a condition most wretched and rue•ul, (and many such instances these late sinful days have afforded) but if they be asked the reason, will tell you, i• was evil Company that did it? O•, however, this since is like to prove bitter, upon a Death Bed.
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There have been some, that when I have seen them dying, and in great anguish of spirit, I have enquired of them what sin it was that did then most of all trouble them ▪ and the Answer hath been, with a bitter and a do••ful cry, O that sin of Company keeping ▪ Thats the evil that most of all troubleth me now I a• dying;
There have been Some, that when I have seen them dying, and in great anguish of Spirit, I have inquired of them what since it was that did then most of all trouble them ▪ and the Answer hath been, with a bitter and a do••ful cry, Oh that since of Company keeping ▪ Thats the evil that most of all Troubles me now I a• dying;
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Was it not said to •ezabel, I will cast her into a bed, and them that commit adultery with her, into great tribulation, Rev. 2. 22. They that have had their merry meetings, their riotings, their drinking bouts, their chambering and wantonness together,
Was it not said to •ezabel, I will cast her into a Bed, and them that commit adultery with her, into great tribulation, Rev. 2. 22. They that have had their merry meetings, their riotings, their drinking bouts, their chambering and wantonness together,
and yet his Conscience not be polluted? Remember what Solomon saith, Prov. 6. 27, 28. Can a man take fire in his bosome and his clothes not be burnt? can one go upon hot coals and his feet not be burnt? Thou takest fire into thy bosome,
and yet his Conscience not be polluted? remember what Solomon Says, Curae 6. 27, 28. Can a man take fire in his bosom and his clothes not be burned? can one go upon hight coals and his feet not be burned? Thou Takest fire into thy bosom,
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and therefore that they should beware of vain company, as they would not fall into sin, such company being a great & dangerous Temptation unto many sins.
and Therefore that they should beware of vain company, as they would not fallen into since, such company being a great & dangerous Temptation unto many Sins.
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When thou fittest with vain persons, thou wilt hear them speak like themselves, vainly, and in••ead of reproving it, it may be thou wilt but laugh at it.
When thou Fittest with vain Persons, thou wilt hear them speak like themselves, vainly, and in••ead of reproving it, it may be thou wilt but laugh At it.
So I say, shouldst thou sit with vain persons? shouldst thou frequent their houses? shouldst thou chuse to travel abroad with such companions? Therefore wrath from the Lord is upon thee.
So I say, Shouldst thou fit with vain Persons? Shouldst thou frequent their houses? Shouldst thou choose to travel abroad with such Sodales? Therefore wrath from the Lord is upon thee.
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David having •aid, that he neither did nor would si• with the wicked, might well pray as in the ninth verse of this Psalm, Ga••er not my soul with sinners.
David having •aid, that he neither did nor would si• with the wicked, might well pray as in the ninth verse of this Psalm, Ga••er not my soul with Sinners.
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A godly man, when he goeth out of this World is gathered to his People, his Soul goeth to be with the Souls of those that he most of all delighted to be with here.
A godly man, when he Goes out of this World is gathered to his People, his Soul Goes to be with the Souls of those that he most of all delighted to be with Here.
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And when a wicked man dieth, he goeth to his People, his Soul is then gathered with sinners, he is carried away to be amongst the Spirits that are in Prison.
And when a wicked man Dieth, he Goes to his People, his Soul is then gathered with Sinners, he is carried away to be among the Spirits that Are in Prison.
When vain companions, shall all stand at the left hand of Jesus Christ the Son of God and Judge of the World, at the last and great day, you would be loth to be seen amongst them then.
When vain Sodales, shall all stand At the left hand of jesus christ the Son of God and Judge of the World, At the last and great day, you would be loath to be seen among them then.
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Set an Example of gravity and holiness before them, that they may not have any occasion to say, These Professors of Religion, these Church• members, are like one of us.
Set an Exampl of gravity and holiness before them, that they may not have any occasion to say, These Professors of Religion, these Church• members, Are like one of us.
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Have no fellowship with their sin and vanity, but reprove th•• rather, Eph. 5. 11. And then you will find, that they will care as little for your company,
Have no fellowship with their since and vanity, but reprove th•• rather, Ephesians 5. 11. And then you will find, that they will care as little for your company,
Christ saith, he that cometh to me shall never thirst, Joh. 6. 35. He will find that sweetness in Christ as shall take his heart off from other Objects, that he shall thirst after the world,
christ Says, he that comes to me shall never thirst, John 6. 35. He will find that sweetness in christ as shall take his heart off from other Objects, that he shall thirst After the world,
Sleeping at Sermons is a Great and a Dangerous Evil. ACTS 20. 9. And there sat in a Window a certain Young Man named Eutichus, being fallen into a deep sleep and as Paul was long Preaching, he sunk down with sleep,
Sleeping At Sermons is a Great and a Dangerous Evil. ACTS 20. 9. And there sat in a Window a certain Young Man nam Eutychus, being fallen into a deep sleep and as Paul was long Preaching, he sunk down with sleep,
IN this Context, the Evangelist, giveth an account of a solemn Church meeting, which was attended by those Christians, who in the Apostles dayes, lived at Troas. Concerning which divers things are noted.
IN this Context, the Evangelist, gives an account of a solemn Church meeting, which was attended by those Christians, who in the Apostles days, lived At Troas. Concerning which diverse things Are noted.
It was upon the first Day of the Week, ver. 7. Inasmuch as Christ role from the Dead, upon the first Day, that is become the Christian Sabbath. One specialty whereby Christians are distinguished from Jews, is in that Jews observe the Seventh, but Christians the first Day as a Sabbath.
It was upon the First Day of the Week, ver. 7. Inasmuch as christ role from the Dead, upon the First Day, that is become the Christian Sabbath. One specialty whereby Christians Are distinguished from jews, is in that jews observe the Seventh, but Christians the First Day as a Sabbath.
It was foretold by the Prophets in the Old-Testament, that in the times of the Gospel, there should be a change as to the Day to be observed for solemn Worship.
It was foretold by the prophets in the Old-Testament, that in the times of the Gospel, there should be a change as to the Day to be observed for solemn Worship.
Thus Ezekiel foresaw that under the Gospel, the Lord would accept of the holy offerings presented unto him by his People, not upon the Seventh (as it was in the Jewish Church) but upon the eighth Day intimating a change,
Thus Ezekielem foresaw that under the Gospel, the Lord would accept of the holy offerings presented unto him by his People, not upon the Seventh (as it was in the Jewish Church) but upon the eighth Day intimating a change,
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unto that which follows next after it, Chap. 43. verse 27. And David Prophesied, that the day of Christs Resurrection, (viz. the first day of the Week) should become the Day wherein the Church would praise the Lord,
unto that which follows next After it, Chap. 43. verse 27. And David Prophesied, that the day of Christ Resurrection, (viz. the First day of the Week) should become the Day wherein the Church would praise the Lord,
or that it would become an holy day, wherein the Worship of God should be solemnized from time to time, Psal. 118. 24. And Paul declareth expresly, that inasmuch as Christ hath finished the work of Redemption,
or that it would become an holy day, wherein the Worship of God should be solemnized from time to time, Psalm 118. 24. And Paul Declareth expressly, that inasmuch as christ hath finished the work of Redemption,
and is entred into his rest, there remaineth the Keeping of a Sabbath, or another day of holy Rest, distinct from that of the seventh Day, which was observed by the Jews, Heb. 4. 4, 9, 10. And we find in the Scripture, that Churches did by the Apostles direction, religiously observe the first Day of the week, 1 Cor. 16. 1. Justin Martyr, and other antient Writers, shew, •hat in the Primitive Times, Christians kept the first day of the Week as their Sabbath;
and is entered into his rest, there remains the Keeping of a Sabbath, or Another day of holy Rest, distinct from that of the seventh Day, which was observed by the jews, Hebrew 4. 4, 9, 10. And we find in the Scripture, that Churches did by the Apostles direction, religiously observe the First Day of the Week, 1 Cor. 16. 1. Justin Martyr, and other ancient Writers, show, •hat in the Primitive Times, Christians kept the First day of the Week as their Sabbath;
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nor indeed may Christians (excepting when pre•ent and in•••itable necessity shall c•ll for a dispensation) meet together on that day of the week, to attend any other work,
nor indeed may Christians (excepting when pre•ent and in•••itable necessity shall c•ll for a Dispensation) meet together on that day of the Week, to attend any other work,
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3. Here is noted the particular place where these C•ristians met, ver. 8. There were many lights in the upper Chamber, where they were gathered together.
3. Here is noted the particular place where these C•ristians met, ver. 8. There were many lights in the upper Chamber, where they were gathered together.
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And there were many lights in the room, that so if their Adversaries should happen to come upon them, they might have no occasion from the time of their being assembled together, to reproach them,
And there were many lights in the room, that so if their Adversaries should happen to come upon them, they might have no occasion from the time of their being assembled together, to reproach them,
Notwithstanding this circumspection, we find in the Apologies of some of the Antients, that the Enemies of the Church, did take occasion to traduce & slander them,
Notwithstanding this circumspection, we find in the Apologies of Some of the Ancients, that the Enemies of the Church, did take occasion to traduce & slander them,
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4. Here is recorded a Remarkable providence which hapned on the day, and in the place mentioned, wherein a certain young man, named Eutychus, was concerned.
4. Here is recorded a Remarkable providence which happened on the day, and in the place mentioned, wherein a certain young man, nam Eutychus, was concerned.
If men will do as the Scripture requir•th, when the word of God is spoken, they must attend and encline their Ears unto what is said, Prov. 4. 20. Yea, they ought to give earnest heed thereunto, Heb. 2. 1. They then, who instead of hee•ing and hearkening unto what is spoken, shall sleep away the Sermon;
If men will do as the Scripture requir•th, when the word of God is spoken, they must attend and incline their Ears unto what is said, Curae 4. 20. Yea, they ought to give earnest heed thereunto, Hebrew 2. 1. They then, who instead of hee•ing and Harkening unto what is spoken, shall sleep away the Sermon;
the ears of all the People were attentive to the Book of th• Law, Neh. 8. 3. And it is noted concerning some of Christs Audi•or•, that they were attentive to 〈 ◊ 〉 •im, Luk. 19 43. They kept their 〈 ◊ 〉 ••n!
the ears of all the People were attentive to the Book of th• Law, Neh 8. 3. And it is noted Concerning Some of Christ Audi•or•, that they were attentive to 〈 ◊ 〉 •im, Luk. 19 43. They kept their 〈 ◊ 〉 ••n!
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And •h• truth is, that sleeping under Sermon• is a brea•• o• the third Commandment, which doth respect the man•er of Worship req••ring the great•st Devotion and attention in the service of God.
And •h• truth is, that sleeping under Sermon• is a brea•• o• the third Commandment, which does respect the man•er of Worship req••ring the great•st Devotion and attention in the service of God.
Things are according to the causes which they ari•e from • Now Satan is the exter〈 ◊ 〉 cause of this evil Interpreters observe, that •a•an had a bloo•y are malitious 〈 ◊ 〉 •n c•using Eutychus to fall into a pro•ound sleep,
Things Are according to the Causes which they ari•e from • Now Satan is the exter〈 ◊ 〉 cause of this evil Interpreters observe, that •a•an had a bloo•y Are malicious 〈 ◊ 〉 •n c•using Eutychus to fallen into a pro•ound sleep,
when the Apostle was in his Sermon, hoping thereby both to occasion ruine to the Sermonsl•eper, and to cause a great disturbance in the solemn Worship of God.
when the Apostle was in his Sermon, hoping thereby both to occasion ruin to the Sermonsl•eper, and to cause a great disturbance in the solemn Worship of God.
Only God according to his infinite power and wisdome, made this fall of Eutychus to be an occasion of glory to his own Name, both in respect of the Miracle which then was wrought,
Only God according to his infinite power and Wisdom, made this fallen of Eutychus to be an occasion of glory to his own Name, both in respect of the Miracle which then was wrought,
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And one unhappy way, whereby he doth accomplish it, is by causing them to sleep at Sermons. Hence in the Parable concerning the Sovver, it is said, of the •eed which fell by the way •••e, that the fowles of the Air came and devourea it up, Mark 4. 4. whats meant by these Fowls of the Air? you have it expounded in ver. 15. where it is said, Satan cometh immediately, and taketh away the Word that was sown.
And one unhappy Way, whereby he does accomplish it, is by causing them to sleep At Sermons. Hence in the Parable Concerning the Sower, it is said, of the •eed which fell by the Way •••e, that the fowls of the Air Come and devourea it up, Mark 4. 4. whats meant by these Fowls of the Air? you have it expounded in ver. 15. where it is said, Satan comes immediately, and Takes away the Word that was sown.
which they might receive by the VVord of God? he hath divers cunning and cursed Artifi••, whereby he can accomplish his design. One and he hath none greater or more effectual) is to prejudice the minds of men against the Truth,
which they might receive by the Word of God? he hath diverse cunning and cursed Artifi••, whereby he can accomplish his Design. One and he hath none greater or more effectual) is to prejudice the minds of men against the Truth,
God complai•s of the false Prophets (who were the Devils Factors) that they did steal the Lords words every one from his Neighbour, Jer. 23. 30. because they laboured to prejudice their neighbours against the true and faithful Prophets of God,
God complai•s of the false prophets (who were the Devils Factors) that they did steal the lords words every one from his Neighbour, Jer. 23. 30. Because they laboured to prejudice their neighbours against the true and faithful prophets of God,
And another Artifice which he useth, to deprive men of that good, which they might receive by hearing the VVord is, that he causeth them to sleep at Sermons. And from thence it cometh to pass, that men are most sleepy at Sermon time. Before the Sermon began, they were not drowsie,
And Another Artifice which he uses, to deprive men of that good, which they might receive by hearing the Word is, that he Causes them to sleep At Sermons. And from thence it comes to pass, that men Are most sleepy At Sermon time. Before the Sermon began, they were not drowsy,
so as to approve themselves to God in respect of the manner as well as the matter of duty, they will not find acceptance with him, Mal. 1. 8. If you offer the blind for sacrifice is it not evil:
so as to approve themselves to God in respect of the manner as well as the matter of duty, they will not find acceptance with him, Malachi 1. 8. If you offer the blind for sacrifice is it not evil:
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as to men that are (like him whom my Text speaketh of) in a profound sleep. Nay, there is danger that the Word will then (through their own default) become hurtful to their Souls.
as to men that Are (like him whom my Text speaks of) in a profound sleep. Nay, there is danger that the Word will then (through their own default) become hurtful to their Souls.
And if they come together under pretence of hearing the Word preached, but set themselves to sleep, instead of reverend attention unto what is spoken, they come together for the worse.
And if they come together under pretence of hearing the Word preached, but Set themselves to sleep, instead of reverend attention unto what is spoken, they come together for the Worse.
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Sin doth so, especially known sin, and in a most peculiar manner breaches of the third Commandment, the Lord having said, that he will not hold those guiltless that take his Name in vain;
since does so, especially known since, and in a most peculiar manner Breaches of the third Commandment, the Lord having said, that he will not hold those guiltless that take his Name in vain;
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And when the Lord awakens Conscience, there are great troubles of spirit for this sin. It hath been so with some of the Elect of God at their first Conversion.
And when the Lord awakens Conscience, there Are great Troubles of Spirit for this since. It hath been so with Some of the Elect of God At their First Conversion.
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yet when Eutychus thus circumstanced, gave way to temptation, so as to fall asleep, when he should have been hearkening to the word of God, he must be smitten with a sudden and a deadly blow;
yet when Eutychus thus circumstanced, gave Way to temptation, so as to fallen asleep, when he should have been Harkening to the word of God, he must be smitten with a sudden and a deadly blow;
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And as for those •hat have been notorious sleepers at Sermons, indulging themselves in that iniquity, God oftentimes cu•s them off, by sudden and awful strokes of his hand.
And as for those •hat have been notorious sleepers At Sermons, indulging themselves in that iniquity, God oftentimes cu•s them off, by sudden and awful Strokes of his hand.
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but they become like unto Ezekiels Marishes and Miry places, they are given unto salt and shall not be healed, Ezek. 47. 11. They are smitten with that curse of spiritual and perpetual barrenness of soul.
but they become like unto Ezekiel's Marshes and Miry places, they Are given unto salt and shall not be healed, Ezekiel 47. 11. They Are smitten with that curse of spiritual and perpetual Barrenness of soul.
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and at their New Moons, that which followed, was, the Lord sent upon them a Famine, not a famine of bread, (but a more dreadful even a spiritual famine) of hearing the Word of the Lord, Amos 8. 5. 11. The Lord may well say,
and At their New Moons, that which followed, was, the Lord sent upon them a Famine, not a famine of bred, (but a more dreadful even a spiritual famine) of hearing the Word of the Lord, Amos 8. 5. 11. The Lord may well say,
It is an evidence that men are not aware of those things which they ought to remember, whenever they come to hear the Word of God dispensed in his Name.
It is an evidence that men Are not aware of those things which they ought to Remember, whenever they come to hear the Word of God dispensed in his Name.
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if men are so irreverend there as to fall asleep, and it may be to put themselves into sleeping postures, it is a sign that they consider not this.
if men Are so irreverend there as to fallen asleep, and it may be to put themselves into sleeping postures, it is a Signen that they Consider not this.
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Thus the Lord doth as it were sit upon his Throne, in Church-Assemblies, and there are Holy Angels attending him in those Gates of Heaven. The Apostle therefore Exhorts men and women to behave themselves with all due reverence and circumspection, in the solemn worship of God, because of the Angels, 1 Cor. 11. 10. Angels come down from Heaven, into our solemn A ssemblies,
Thus the Lord does as it were fit upon his Throne, in Church assemblies, and there Are Holy Angels attending him in those Gates of Heaven. The Apostle Therefore Exhorts men and women to behave themselves with all due Reverence and circumspection, in the solemn worship of God, Because of the Angels, 1 Cor. 11. 10. Angels come down from Heaven, into our solemn A ssemblies,
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It is said, that the Word of God is quick and powerful, and that all things are naked unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do, Heb. 4. 12, 13. so that in hearing the Word, men have to do with the All-seeing God.
It is said, that the Word of God is quick and powerful, and that all things Are naked unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do, Hebrew 4. 12, 13. so that in hearing the Word, men have to do with the All-seeing God.
It is noted of the Primitive Christians that they received his word gladly, Act. 2. 41. There is not so much of that spirit as should be in those that sleep when they should hear.
It is noted of the Primitive Christians that they received his word gladly, Act. 2. 41. There is not so much of that Spirit as should be in those that sleep when they should hear.
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Instr. 1. We may here take notice that the nature of man is wofully corrupted and depraved, else they would not be so apt to sleep when the precious Truths of God are dispensed in his Name,
Instruction 1. We may Here take notice that the nature of man is woefully corrupted and depraved, Else they would not be so apt to sleep when the precious Truths of God Are dispensed in his Name,
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his second wish was, that he might have seen Paul in the Pulpit; but notwithstanding Pauls being so excellent a Preacher, there were some that could sit and sleep under his Ministry.
his second wish was, that he might have seen Paul in the Pulpit; but notwithstanding Paul's being so excellent a Preacher, there were Some that could fit and sleep under his Ministry.
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When Soul-melting Sermons are Preached about Christ the Saviour, about the pardon of sin, about the glory of Heaven, there are some that will sleep under them.
When soul-melting Sermons Are Preached about christ the Saviour, about the pardon of since, about the glory of Heaven, there Are Some that will sleep under them.
when the word falls down from Heaven like Thu•der, the vo•ce of the Lord therein being very powerful and full of Majesty, able to b•eak the •ed•rs of Leb•non, and to make the wilderness to shake;
when the word falls down from Heaven like Thu•der, the vo•ce of the Lord therein being very powerful and full of Majesty, able to b•eak the •ed•rs of Leb•non, and to make the Wilderness to shake;
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VVhen Vzzah a good man, did with a pious intention touch the Ark, (which he being •o Priest should not have done) God smote him for his Error, that he dyed by the Ark of God. Behold!
When Uzzah a good man, did with a pious intention touch the Ark, (which he being •o Priest should not have done) God smote him for his Error, that he died by the Ark of God. Behold!
but because they do not bring forth good fruit, Mat. 3. 10. At the last day the Son of God will pronounce a Sentence of eternal death upon thousands of Millions,
but Because they do not bring forth good fruit, Mathew 3. 10. At the last day the Son of God will pronounce a Sentence of Eternal death upon thousands of Millions,
How common is it for persons to say, what shall we be made offenders for a word? abusing that Scripture which reproveth those that make others offenders for speaking good and faithful words.
How Common is it for Persons to say, what shall we be made offenders for a word? abusing that Scripture which Reproveth those that make Others offenders for speaking good and faithful words.
But doth not the Scripture say, by thy words thou shalt be condemned, Mat. 12. 37. Corrupt communications, obscene discourses, unclean lascivious speeches, discover the persons that delight in them to be amongst the number of those that shall (without Repentance) be condemned at the day of Judgement, yet there are some that make light of them.
But does not the Scripture say, by thy words thou shalt be condemned, Mathew 12. 37. Corrupt communications, obscene discourses, unclean lascivious Speeches, discover the Persons that delight in them to be among the number of those that shall (without Repentance) be condemned At the day of Judgement, yet there Are Some that make Light of them.
Thus concerning those words which some call Petty Oathes; some are so profanely ignorant as to think, that they may Swear by their Faith and Troth, and that there is no great hurt or danger in it.
Thus Concerning those words which Some call Petty Oaths; Some Are so profanely ignorant as to think, that they may Swear by their Faith and Troth, and that there is no great hurt or danger in it.
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But there is danger of no less then Damnation for th•se seemingly little sins, if men shall allow themselves therein, notwithstanding the Commandment of God to the contrary.
But there is danger of no less then Damnation for th•se seemingly little Sins, if men shall allow themselves therein, notwithstanding the Commandment of God to the contrary.
vainly, or except duely called therunto) neither by Heaven, neither by the Earth, neither by any other Oath, therefore not by your Faith or Troth, lest you fall into condemnation.
vainly, or except duly called thereunto) neither by Heaven, neither by the Earth, neither by any other Oath, Therefore not by your Faith or Troth, lest you fallen into condemnation.
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but I must te•• you, that vain thoughts, and much more vile unclean thoughts, if indulged and delighted in, may hinder the Salvation of a mans Soul. Witness that Scripture, Jer. 4. 14. O Jerusalem, wash thine heart from wickedness, that thou mayest be saved • how long shall thy vain thoughts lod•• within thee? so that there is more then a little danger, in those evils, which men account little sins.
but I must te•• you, that vain thoughts, and much more vile unclean thoughts, if indulged and delighted in, may hinder the Salvation of a men Soul. Witness that Scripture, Jer. 4. 14. O Jerusalem, wash thine heart from wickedness, that thou Mayest be saved • how long shall thy vain thoughts lod•• within thee? so that there is more then a little danger, in those evils, which men account little Sins.
Inst. 3. If sleeping at Sermons be such an evil as hath been evinced, there is then cause to fear, that 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord hath been contending with his People in 〈 ◊ 〉 Land, by awful Judgements, partly on the ac〈 … 〉 this iniquity.
Inst. 3. If sleeping At Sermons be such an evil as hath been evinced, there is then cause to Fear, that 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord hath been contending with his People in 〈 ◊ 〉 Land, by awful Judgments, partly on the ac〈 … 〉 this iniquity.
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The late Syno•, who convened on purpose, to enquire into the causes of the Lords controversie with New-England, have mentioned this amongst many other provoking evils.
The late Syno•, who convened on purpose, to inquire into the Causes of the lords controversy with New england, have mentioned this among many other provoking evils.
And there is great reason to think, tha•, that holy God who will not hold the •akers of his Name in vain guiltless, hath been not a little displeased for this sin.
And there is great reason to think, tha•, that holy God who will not hold the •akers of his Name in vain guiltless, hath been not a little displeased for this since.
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I doubt it may be said, that there are many such offenders in almost every Congregation throughout the Land. I must confess to my exceeding joy, that there are as few sleepers at Sermons, in this Congregation,
I doubt it may be said, that there Are many such offenders in almost every Congregation throughout the Land. I must confess to my exceeding joy, that there Are as few sleepers At Sermons, in this Congregation,
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And doth not God threaten with a Famine of his word? How many bereave• Congregations are there? and some that have been a long time without the Ministerial dispensation of the Word and Sacraments.
And does not God threaten with a Famine of his word? How many bereave• Congregations Are there? and Some that have been a long time without the Ministerial Dispensation of the Word and Sacraments.
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Instr. 4. If sleeping at Sermons be a great evil, then their iniquity is exceeding great in the sight of God, who do that in Sermon time, which is worse then sleeping. e. g.
Instruction 4. If sleeping At Sermons be a great evil, then their iniquity is exceeding great in the sighed of God, who do that in Sermon time, which is Worse then sleeping. e. g.
So for persons to sit Laughing in the presence of God, when his Word is spoken to them in his Name, their sin and profaness is exceeding great before the Lord.
So for Persons to fit Laughing in the presence of God, when his Word is spoken to them in his Name, their since and profaneness is exceeding great before the Lord.
The Lord saith, he will look unto those that are of a con••ire Spirit who tremble at his Word, Isai 66. 2. Thou then, that ar• so far from trembling at the Word of the Lord,
The Lord Says, he will look unto those that Are of a con••ire Spirit who tremble At his Word, Isaiah 66. 2. Thou then, that ar• so Far from trembling At the Word of the Lord,
And O think how the Devils will taunt & mock at thee, and say, why don't you laugh now? Remember you heard such a Minister of God Preach, he brought you the glad•tidings of eternal Salvation, and the sad news of everlasting destruction,
And O think how the Devils will taunt & mock At thee, and say, why don't you laugh now? remember you herd such a Minister of God Preach, he brought you the glad•tidings of Eternal Salvation, and the sad news of everlasting destruction,
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is it a laughing matter now think you? were they not the great Truths of God, th•• were spoken in his Name? Then will tears of Blood trickle down thy dry and damned cheeks for ever and ever,
is it a laughing matter now think you? were they not the great Truths of God, th•• were spoken in his Name? Then will tears of Blood trickle down thy dry and damned cheeks for ever and ever,
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If it be true, (as it cannot but be true, because the mouth of him who is Truth it self hath spoken it) that of every idle word which m•n shall speak, they must give account thereof at the day of Judgement, Mat. 12. 36. Certainly they must give an account concerning every Sermon which they hear.
If it be true, (as it cannot but be true, Because the Mouth of him who is Truth it self hath spoken it) that of every idle word which m•n shall speak, they must give account thereof At the day of Judgement, Mathew 12. 36. Certainly they must give an account Concerning every Sermon which they hear.
But what a sad account will be given concerning those Sermons which have been slept away? As light as thou makest of it now, it may be Conscience will roar for it upon a Death bed.
But what a sad account will be given Concerning those Sermons which have been slept away? As Light as thou Makest of it now, it may be Conscience will roar for it upon a Death Bed.
And if this be a trouble on a death-bed, will not the thought of it, be a terror at the last and great day? verily there is many a Soul, that will find this to be a dismal thought at the day of Judgement,
And if this be a trouble on a deathbed, will not the Thought of it, be a terror At the last and great day? verily there is many a Soul, that will find this to be a dismal Thought At the day of Judgement,
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Again, if thou dost find thy self inclined to sleep under the hearing of the VVord, think how Satan is busie about thee, thou mayst be sure h• is near at hand,
Again, if thou dost find thy self inclined to sleep under the hearing of the Word, think how Satan is busy about thee, thou Mayest be sure h• is near At hand,
for more then twenty years together, and could give this Reason of it, 〈 ◊ 〉 (sai• he) I• I beg•n to he sleepy, that thought 〈 … 〉 I should now sleep, I should sin against 〈 … 〉 I dare not do.
for more then twenty Years together, and could give this Reason of it, 〈 ◊ 〉 (sai• he) I• I beg•n to he sleepy, that Thought 〈 … 〉 I should now sleep, I should sin against 〈 … 〉 I Dare not do.
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