A discourse of the glory to which God hath called believers by Jesus Christ delivered in some sermons out of the I Pet. 5 Chap. 10 ver. : together with an annexed letter / both by that eminent and worthy minister of the Gospel, Mr. Jonathan Mitchil, late pastor to the church at Cambridge in New-England.
FRom this Verse to the end of the Chapter, is the conclusion of this Epistle, written by the Apostle to the suffering Saints of those times, that were,
FRom this Verse to the end of the Chapter, is the conclusion of this Epistle, written by the Apostle to the suffering Saints of those times, that were,
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and were yet like to be under great sufferings and tryals. Chap. 1.6. and 4.13, 17. and 5.9. In this 10 th. Verse, we have the Apostles farewel, wish, or prayer for those suffering Saints he writes unto.
and were yet like to be under great sufferings and trials. Chap. 1.6. and 4.13, 17. and 5.9. In this 10 th. Verse, we have the Apostles farewell, wish, or prayer for those suffering Saints he writes unto.
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But the God, or, now the God of all Grace, &c. ( Dutch Version, and so the English in other like conclusive prayers, renders the same Greek particle [ now. ] Heb. 13.20. Rom. 16.25. Jude 24.) Here, 1. The things he desires and prays for, sor they are great and weighty, [ make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.
But the God, or, now the God of all Grace, etc. (Dutch Version, and so the English in other like conclusive Prayers, renders the same Greek particle [ now. ] Hebrew 13.20. Rom. 16.25. U^de 24.) Here, 1. The things he Desires and prays for, sor they Are great and weighty, [ make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you.
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for that he prayes for, and most comfortable and suitable for suffering Christians to feed upon, viz. 1. From his rich and all-sufficient grace, [ The God of all grace. ]
for that he prays for, and most comfortable and suitable for suffering Christians to feed upon, viz. 1. From his rich and All-sufficient grace, [ The God of all grace. ]
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or the glory he hath called them to (which is the only thing we shall at present take up, to insist upon from these words ▪) this Glory is here set forth and described.
or the glory he hath called them to (which is the only thing we shall At present take up, to insist upon from these words ▪) this Glory is Here Set forth and described.
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5. The order wherein we are brought unto it, (or the antecedent of the actual possession of it,) viz. after we have suffered a while, [ for if we read it us in the first Clause,
5. The order wherein we Are brought unto it, (or the antecedent of the actual possession of it,) viz. After we have suffered a while, [ for if we read it us in the First Clause,
or suffering a little, (as the Word may be rendred) compared with the weight of Glory, 2 Cor. 4.17. Doct. Eternal Glory in the World to come, is that which the faithful (the effectually called) shall be brought unto (or obtain) by Christ Jesus, (or by the Grace of God through Christ Jesus.) after that they have suffered a while in this world.
or suffering a little, (as the Word may be rendered) compared with the weight of Glory, 2 Cor. 4.17. Doct. Eternal Glory in the World to come, is that which the faithful (the effectually called) shall be brought unto (or obtain) by christ jesus, (or by the Grace of God through christ jesus.) After that they have suffered a while in this world.
and Glorification is the last, so 2 Thess. 2.14. 1 Thess. 5.9 ▪ We are upon the last great benefit that Believers have by Christ, (as we see in the Text, it is by Christ Jesus ) setting forth the Blessed Estate as such, viz. Glorification.
and Glorification is the last, so 2 Thess 2.14. 1 Thess 5.9 ▪ We Are upon the last great benefit that Believers have by christ, (as we see in the Text, it is by christ jesus) setting forth the Blessed Estate as such, viz. Glorification.
and in multitude of other Scriptures; Rom. 8.18. 2 Cor. 4.17, 18. & 5.1. Luk. 18.29, 30. 1 Pet. 1.4. It is that God hath promised and appointed, Jam. 1.12. & 2.5. Luk. 12.32. Christ hath purchased, Hebr. 9.12, 15. prayed for, Joh. 17.24. and possessed as our forerunner, Joh. 14.2, 3. Hebr. 6.20. and that all the Saints have expected, and lived and died in the certain hope of, Hebr. 11.10, 16, 26. & 13.14. Rom. 5.2. 2 Tim. 4.8, 18. Philip. 3.20, 21. Col. 1.5. 2 Thes. 1.5, 7. Ps. 73.24. Nothing more evident and frequent in the Scripture than this.
and in multitude of other Scriptures; Rom. 8.18. 2 Cor. 4.17, 18. & 5.1. Luk. 18.29, 30. 1 Pet. 1.4. It is that God hath promised and appointed, Jam. 1.12. & 2.5. Luk. 12.32. christ hath purchased, Hebrew 9.12, 15. prayed for, John 17.24. and possessed as our forerunner, John 14.2, 3. Hebrew 6.20. and that all the Saints have expected, and lived and died in the certain hope of, Hebrew 11.10, 16, 26. & 13.14. Rom. 5.2. 2 Tim. 4.8, 18. Philip. 3.20, 21. Col. 1.5. 2 Thebes 1.5, 7. Ps. 73.24. Nothing more evident and frequent in the Scripture than this.
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But what the Scripture hath plainly recorded, we may gather up, and thence draw a little map or general view of that Glory that is prepared for us in another world, such as may suit and reach useful practical ends, (to stir us up to seek after it, to esteem it above all the world,
But what the Scripture hath plainly recorded, we may gather up, and thence draw a little map or general view of that Glory that is prepared for us in Another world, such as may suit and reach useful practical ends, (to stir us up to seek After it, to esteem it above all the world,
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and may help the Saints to rejoyce in their portion, and comfort them over all their sorrows in this life, &c. ) though not to satisfie or feed a curiosity of roving speculation.
and may help the Saints to rejoice in their portion, and Comfort them over all their sorrows in this life, etc.) though not to satisfy or feed a curiosity of roving speculation.
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and to be looking into that, 2 Cor. 4.16, 18. we shall not faint as long as we look upward, Act. 7.54, 55. We are ready to look on the right hand and on the left,
and to be looking into that, 2 Cor. 4.16, 18. we shall not faint as long as we look upward, Act. 7.54, 55. We Are ready to look on the right hand and on the left,
and many amazements and terrours were ready to seize on poor Christians, both men and women, 1. Pet. 3.6, 14. Now he discourses much of Heaven, and of the Glory there.
and many amazements and terrors were ready to seize on poor Christians, both men and women, 1. Pet. 3.6, 14. Now he discourses much of Heaven, and of the Glory there.
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Now therefore for a short view of that eternal Glory that is the portion of the faithful in the world to come, (or of the Glory of the Saints in Heaven) it may be set forth and considered, 1. In a Positive;
Now Therefore for a short view of that Eternal Glory that is the portion of the faithful in the world to come, (or of the Glory of the Saints in Heaven) it may be Set forth and considered, 1. In a Positive;
2. In a Comparative, or Argumentative way, from such Comparisons and Considerations as may argue the greatness and goodness of this Glory. 1. In a Positive way,
2. In a Comparative, or Argumentative Way, from such Comparisons and Considerations as may argue the greatness and Goodness of this Glory. 1. In a Positive Way,
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☞ The Glory of the faithful in the life to come, wherein the benefit of Glorification is consummate, it is the perfect blessedness of the Saints, whereby in their souls after death,
☞ The Glory of the faithful in the life to come, wherein the benefit of Glorification is consummate, it is the perfect blessedness of the Saints, whereby in their Souls After death,
and in soul and body after Judgment, (or after the Resurrection,) being fully freed from all evil both of sin and sorrow, they shall be filled with holiness and comfort,
and in soul and body After Judgement, (or After the Resurrection,) being Fully freed from all evil both of since and sorrow, they shall be filled with holiness and Comfort,
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every rag and remnant, every spot of sin, and wrinkle of misery, shall be there utterly taken away and abolished, Ephes. 5.27. 1. From sin, the worst of evils;
every rag and remnant, every spot of since, and wrinkle of misery, shall be there utterly taken away and abolished, Ephesians 5.27. 1. From since, the worst of evils;
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Those prayers then will be fully answered, Hos. 14.2. Psal. 39.8. and that design of Christ fully accomplished, 1 Job. 3.5. Tit. 2.14. 1 Pet. 2.24. Hebr. 12.23. therefore free from the moral imperfection of sin, perfectly sanctified.
Those Prayers then will be Fully answered, Hos. 14.2. Psalm 39.8. and that Design of christ Fully accomplished, 1 Job. 3.5. Tit. 2.14. 1 Pet. 2.24. Hebrew 12.23. Therefore free from the moral imperfection of since, perfectly sanctified.
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you shall never complain of (or be troubled with,) a body of death more, Rom. 7.24. Perfect blessedness will take away that wretchedness. 2. In the act of it, from the greatest to the least;
you shall never complain of (or be troubled with,) a body of death more, Rom. 7.24. Perfect blessedness will take away that wretchedness. 2. In the act of it, from the greatest to the least;
not a sinful omission or defect of loving, delighting in, praising, glorifying God, of acting your faculties and affections upon God, shall then be found with you:
not a sinful omission or defect of loving, delighting in, praising, glorifying God, of acting your faculties and affections upon God, shall then be found with you:
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The sins thou hast been groaning under all thy life long, since any spark of spiritual life was put into thee, once on Canaan shore, thou shalt see those Egyptians no more for ever. No pride, no passion;
The Sins thou hast been groaning under all thy life long, since any spark of spiritual life was put into thee, once on Canaan shore, thou shalt see those egyptians no more for ever. No pride, no passion;
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no sloathfulness, no carnal mindedness, no fleshliness no coldness, deadness of heart and affections, no uneven walking, no grieving of the Spirit of God,
no slothfulness, no carnal Mindedness, no fleshliness no coldness, deadness of heart and affections, no uneven walking, no grieving of the Spirit of God,
and from those especially, Hebr. 4.9, 10. Those Canaanites that have been so long thorns in your sides, you shall see an end of them, (that then will be perfectly fulfilled, Zech. 14.21.) and triumph over all;
and from those especially, Hebrew 4.9, 10. Those Canaanites that have been so long thorns in your sides, you shall see an end of them, (that then will be perfectly fulfilled, Zechariah 14.21.) and triumph over all;
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when the former is abolished, the latter also shall altogether cease) As viz. 1. Satans temptations tending either to sin or discomfort, to defile or disquiet us.
when the former is abolished, the latter also shall altogether cease) As viz. 1. Satan temptations tending either to since or discomfort, to defile or disquiet us.
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He is cast down into Hell, and shall never come in Heaven, 2 Pet. 2.4. Jude 6. While the Saints tread on the earth where that Serpent Crawles, he may bite (nible at) their heel:
He is cast down into Hell, and shall never come in Heaven, 2 Pet. 2.4. U^de 6. While the Saints tread on the earth where that Serpent Crawls, he may bite (nibble At) their heel:
Then the Saints shall fully triumph over this Hellish Pharaoh, (the Devil, him and all his host or train) when he shall be cast into the Sea and deep of that full torment that is prepared for the Devil and his Angels;
Then the Saints shall Fully triumph over this Hellish Pharaoh, (the devil, him and all his host or train) when he shall be cast into the Sea and deep of that full torment that is prepared for the devil and his Angels;
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into which he shall be actually cast after the last Judgment. Now is his Tempting, but then shall be his Tormenting time, Mat. 8.29. His tempting time and his ranging about for that purpose (1 Pet. 5.8.) will be then at an end:
into which he shall be actually cast After the last Judgement. Now is his Tempting, but then shall be his Tormenting time, Mathew 8.29. His tempting time and his ranging about for that purpose (1 Pet. 5.8.) will be then At an end:
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neither (as Job 3.17, 18. true of the Grave but much more of the state of the Saints happiness of the life to come.) No wicked man, no Injurious Adversary, no Papistical or Atheistical hater of God and his people shall ever come within Heaven doors, (none but Saints shall be there alone together) much less be able to trouble or molest there.
neither (as Job 3.17, 18. true of the Grave but much more of the state of the Saints happiness of the life to come.) No wicked man, no Injurious Adversary, no Papistical or Atheistical hater of God and his people shall ever come within Heaven doors, (none but Saints shall be there alone together) much less be able to trouble or molest there.
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Then shall the promise be fully acomplished, 2 Sam. 7.10. Whatsoever Corner of the earth you retire or remove into and plant in, you see the children of wickedness can follow you thither and afflict you:
Then shall the promise be Fully accomplished, 2 Sam. 7.10. Whatsoever Corner of the earth you retire or remove into and plant in, you see the children of wickedness can follow you thither and afflict you:
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nor Parties by Land, no Sword nor weapon of destruction there, no going into Captivity, no Garments rolled in blood, no sound of the Trumpet or Alarm of War. It may be when you came into this Wilderness, you thought that this would be a place of your own,
nor Parties by Land, no Sword nor weapon of destruction there, no going into Captivity, no Garments rolled in blood, no found of the Trumpet or Alarm of War. It may be when you Come into this Wilderness, you Thought that this would be a place of your own,
then will those prayers be fully and compleatly answered, (which the poor children of God have oft need to power out before him) Psal. 140.1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, and 17.4.
then will those Prayers be Fully and completely answered, (which the poor children of God have oft need to power out before him) Psalm 140.1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, and 17.4.
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the Saints may then triumph over all wicked Adversaries, as Psal. 9.6, 7. Also the troubles that arise from the mixtures of the Wicked among the Godly (as here there is a mixture of bad with good,
the Saints may then triumph over all wicked Adversaries, as Psalm 9.6, 7. Also the Troubles that arise from the mixtures of the Wicked among the Godly (as Here there is a mixture of bad with good,
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there is no Mesech nor Tent of Keder to be complained of, as Psal. 120.5, 6. nor as Psal. 57.4. nor yet false Brethren (unfaithful, unsound, Heteredox, or Hypocritical persons that are secret adversaries to Truth and Piety) as 2 Cor. 11.26. Psal. 55.12, 13. You shall have no discouraging company in Heaven that will clog, and thwart and hinder you in that that is good, none to oppose either Truth or Piety;
there is no Mesech nor Tent of Cedar to be complained of, as Psalm 120.5, 6. nor as Psalm 57.4. nor yet false Brothers (unfaithful, unsound, Heterodox, or Hypocritical Persons that Are secret Adversaries to Truth and Piety) as 2 Cor. 11.26. Psalm 55.12, 13. You shall have no discouraging company in Heaven that will clog, and thwart and hinder you in that that is good, none to oppose either Truth or Piety;
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there is but one mind, and one mouth in Heaven, as there is but one truth, not so much as a dissering apprehension among all the thousands and millions of Saints there.
there is but one mind, and one Mouth in Heaven, as there is but one truth, not so much as a dissering apprehension among all the thousands and millions of Saints there.
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There we shall fully attain what is exhorted to, 1 Cor. 1.10. and prayed for, Rom. 15.5, 6, 7. There that goodly sight is to be seen in perfection, Psal. 133.1. The state of perfection there implyes and infers this, Hebr. 12.23. The Saints while children may wrangle, and contend, and differ;
There we shall Fully attain what is exhorted to, 1 Cor. 1.10. and prayed for, Rom. 15.5, 6, 7. There that goodly sighed is to be seen in perfection, Psalm 133.1. The state of perfection there Implies and infers this, Hebrew 12.23. The Saints while children may wrangle, and contend, and differ;
but when grown up to their adult age, and to a perfect man, they will have more grace than so, Ephes. 4.13, 14. That ignorance, weakness and darkness whereby we are oft here mistaken and miss the truth,
but when grown up to their adult age, and to a perfect man, they will have more grace than so, Ephesians 4.13, 14. That ignorance, weakness and darkness whereby we Are oft Here mistaken and miss the truth,
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and hence perfect union in the truth, which is but one, 1 Cor. 13.9, 10, 11, 12. Si non amplius in his terris te visurns sum, (said old Grineus writing to Chytraeus apud Milch. Adam.
and hence perfect Union in the truth, which is but one, 1 Cor. 13.9, 10, 11, 12. Si non Amplius in his terris te visurns sum, (said old Grineus writing to Chytraeus apud Milch. Adam.
pag. 879.) ibi tamen conveniemus, ubi Luthero cum Luingleo optimè jam convenit. Paul and Barnahas, Hooper and Ridley, Luther and Zuinglius are there fully reconciled,
page. 879.) There tamen conveniemus, ubi Luther cum Luingleo optimè jam convenit. Paul and Barnabas, Hooper and Ridley, Luther and Zwingli Are there Fully reconciled,
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4. Bodily ailes, sicknesses, pains, weakness, deformities, infirmities of what kind soever, you shall be freed from all these in the life to come, Philip. 3.21.
4. Bodily ails, Sicknesses, pains, weakness, deformities, infirmities of what kind soever, you shall be freed from all these in the life to come, Philip. 3.21.
but be in perfect health, in your beauty, strength and Glory for ever, 1 Cor. 15.42, 43. The Resurrection (to that life to come) will cure the oldest pain, aile, ache, disease, lameness, that could not be cured here;
but be in perfect health, in your beauty, strength and Glory for ever, 1 Cor. 15.42, 43. The Resurrection (to that life to come) will cure the oldest pain, ail, ache, disease, lameness, that could not be cured Here;
but then comes a day of Redemption of the body, as well as soul, actual perfect Redemption of it from all evil, Rom. 8.23. 5. All other afflictions from the hand of God:
but then comes a day of Redemption of the body, as well as soul, actual perfect Redemption of it from all evil, Rom. 8.23. 5. All other afflictions from the hand of God:
all the remnants of the Curse that Christ leaveth upon us in this world for our chastisement and correction, Rev. 21 4. if it shall be so comparatively, ( i. e. compar'd with the troubles of former times,) in the more glorious times of the Church Militant, much more will it be so absolutely in the glorified estate of the Church-Triumphant.
all the remnants of the Curse that christ Leaveth upon us in this world for our chastisement and correction, Rev. 21 4. if it shall be so comparatively, (i. e. compared with the Troubles of former times,) in the more glorious times of the Church Militant, much more will it be so absolutely in the glorified estate of the Church-triumphant.
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No more of those tears that arise from the various tryals of this weary life, wants, straits, losses, crosses, in Name, Estate, Relations, Imployments;
No more of those tears that arise from the various trials of this weary life, Wants, straits, losses, Crosses, in Name, Estate, Relations, Employments;
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the briars, thorns and thistles that grow in every corner of the field of this world, Ezek. 26.24. There will need no rod in Heaven, not a frown, nor a blow, nor a stroke of correcting anger there:
the briers, thorns and thistles that grow in every corner of the field of this world, Ezekiel 26.24. There will need no rod in Heaven, not a frown, nor a blow, nor a stroke of correcting anger there:
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and are full of faults, though Children, their Father cannot but be angry with them now and then ▪ and they need a rod ever and anon, Psal. 89.32, 33. but in Heaven,
and Are full of Faults, though Children, their Father cannot but be angry with them now and then ▪ and they need a rod ever and anon, Psalm 89.32, 33. but in Heaven,
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and light of his countenance without interruption. But thus in that, as to fredom from all evil, as 2 Cor. 5.4. so sin is swallowed up of grace and holiness;
and Light of his countenance without interruption. But thus in that, as to freedom from all evil, as 2 Cor. 5.4. so since is swallowed up of grace and holiness;
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but also the positive presence and enjoyment of all good, Psal. 16.11. Joy is from the presence of good, and full joy from the satisfying fulness of all good.
but also the positive presence and enjoyment of all good, Psalm 16.11. Joy is from the presence of good, and full joy from the satisfying fullness of all good.
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as Pagans and Mahometans teach, and sensual Spirits dream) but spiritual, divine and coelestial, standing in the enjoyment of God, and communion with him.
as Pagans and Mahometans teach, and sensual Spirits dream) but spiritual, divine and celestial, standing in the enjoyment of God, and communion with him.
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'Tis he that is the All of the Saints there, 1 Cor. 15.126. You shall not only have an Interest in him, relation to him, (that you have here) but actually enjoy him;
It's he that is the All of the Saints there, 1 Cor. 15.126. You shall not only have an Interest in him, Relation to him, (that you have Here) but actually enjoy him;
and most perfect manner that finite Creatures are capable of. It is called the seeing (the beatifical vision) of God, Mat. 5.8. a seeing him face to face, 1 Cor. 13.12. Not that the Saints see God ( i. e. the Divine Essence) with bodily eyes, (though Christ, who is God as well as Man, they shall so see, Job 19.26.) nor yet with the eye and faculty of the understanding (being finite) can they have a full, adequate, comprehensive sight or knowledge of the Infinite God as he is in himself:
and most perfect manner that finite Creatures Are capable of. It is called the seeing (the beatifical vision) of God, Mathew 5.8. a seeing him face to face, 1 Cor. 13.12. Not that the Saints see God (i. e. the Divine Essence) with bodily eyes, (though christ, who is God as well as Man, they shall so see, Job 19.26.) nor yet with the eye and faculty of the understanding (being finite) can they have a full, adequate, comprehensive sighed or knowledge of the Infinite God as he is in himself:
The particular manner and way of this vision and fruition of God, how can we in this Tabernacle and twilight discern or describe? we speak but as Children of these things, 1 Cor. 13.11. But in general;
The particular manner and Way of this vision and fruition of God, how can we in this Tabernacle and twilight discern or describe? we speak but as Children of these things, 1 Cor. 13.11. But in general;
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and it is by these two faculties that our souls (for it is a Soul-communion that we here speak of) act upon an object, viz. the understanding and the will, in which the affections are included,
and it is by these two faculties that our Souls (for it is a Soul-communion that we Here speak of) act upon an Object, viz. the understanding and the will, in which the affections Are included,
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so in the acting of those two upon God, and in Gods letting out himself unto those, viz. into our understandings and our hearts, (or wills and affections) lies this communion;
so in the acting of those two upon God, and in God's letting out himself unto those, viz. into our understandings and our hearts, (or wills and affections) lies this communion;
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i. e God in the full manifestation and discovery of himself in his Essence, Attributes, Subsista•c•, Works, in the mystery of Christ Jesus, of his Word, Gospel, Scriptures, Providences, Truths;
i. e God in the full manifestation and discovery of himself in his Essence, Attributes, Subsista•c•, Works, in the mystery of christ jesus, of his Word, Gospel, Scriptures, Providences, Truths;
God also shining into the understanding, letting in the Heavenly light of Glory thereinto, and so communicating to the soul a beatifical vision of himself, i. e. of the whole discovery or Revelation of himself, which he hath made in Works or Scriptures here, (the meaning and Glory of all which they shall then see and understand) or shall further make,
God also shining into the understanding, letting in the Heavenly Light of Glory thereinto, and so communicating to the soul a beatifical vision of himself, i. e. of the Whole discovery or Revelation of himself, which he hath made in Works or Scriptures Here, (the meaning and Glory of all which they shall then see and understand) or shall further make,
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and fill it with, to its everlasting joy, delight and fullest satisfaction, Psal. 16.11. & 36.8. The love and goodness of God, being poured forth and communicated in the sweet and lively sense of it, (as will then be fully and perpetually, which we have but a little tast of here, Rom. 5.5.) will be as a River of pleasure, which the soul will be drinking of to all Eternity.
and fill it with, to its everlasting joy, delight and Fullest satisfaction, Psalm 16.11. & 36.8. The love and Goodness of God, being poured forth and communicated in the sweet and lively sense of it, (as will then be Fully and perpetually, which we have but a little taste of Here, Rom. 5.5.) will be as a River of pleasure, which the soul will be drinking of to all Eternity.
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1. The face of the Fathers love will be seen in its Glory and sweetness, in electing, chusing, giving his Son, transacting with him, Justifying, Adopting, &c. and to see him against whom we had sinned, smiling on us with complacence and delight, taking us into his bosom,
1. The face of the Father's love will be seen in its Glory and sweetness, in electing, choosing, giving his Son, transacting with him, Justifying, Adopting, etc. and to see him against whom we had sinned, smiling on us with complacence and delight, taking us into his bosom,
and the last and highest rest of the souls of the Saints, and of all their desires, hopes, prayers, breathings (as Joh. 14.8.) to behold the Fathers Face ( Mat. 18.10.) and to have a full sight and enjoyment of his Love and Communion.
and the last and highest rest of the Souls of the Saints, and of all their Desires, hope's, Prayers, breathings (as John 14.8.) to behold the Father's Face (Mathew 18.10.) and to have a full sighed and enjoyment of his Love and Communion.
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and their full Restoration into the Bosom of the Fathers Love accomplished, by him who is the way thither, Joh. 14.6. and sin utterly abolished, and the Saints perfectly restored to the Image of God and made like their Heavenly Father:
and their full Restoration into the Bosom of the Father's Love accomplished, by him who is the Way thither, John 14.6. and since utterly abolished, and the Saints perfectly restored to the Image of God and made like their Heavenly Father:
as the Effect and final Issue of that Negotiation, which he hath exercis•d in the time of this World, 1 Cor. 15.24, - 28. Then will God the Father (with the Son and Spirit) more immediatly (in an unspeakable manner) Communicate himself to the Saints,
as the Effect and final Issue of that Negotiation, which he hath exercis•d in the time of this World, 1 Cor. 15.24, - 28. Then will God the Father (with the Son and Spirit) more immediately (in an unspeakable manner) Communicate himself to the Saints,
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and from the well-spring of Election have issued forth in the whole Dispensation of Christ: From the Father they were given to Christ, Joh. 17.6. To him they shall then be presented, Heb. 2.13. Jude 24. and by Christ brought into the nearest Union and Communion with him that possible can be, Joh. 17.21, - 22, - 26. The Scripture speaks much of the Fathers Love, 2 Cor. 13.13. 1 Joh. 16.27. Rom. 8.39.
and from the wellspring of Election have issued forth in the Whole Dispensation of christ: From the Father they were given to christ, John 17.6. To him they shall then be presented, Hebrew 2.13. U^de 24. and by christ brought into the nearest union and Communion with him that possible can be, John 17.21, - 22, - 26. The Scripture speaks much of the Father's Love, 2 Cor. 13.13. 1 John 16.27. Rom. 8.39.
And that (often) antecedent to the sending of Christ, and all benefits by him as the original and fountain thereof, Joh. 3.16. 1 Joh. 4.8, 9, 10. Ephes. 3.3, - 6. Tit. 3.4, - 6. This will then be seen and enjoyed in the fullest manner and measure, according to the capacity of glorified Saints.
And that (often) antecedent to the sending of christ, and all benefits by him as the original and fountain thereof, John 3.16. 1 John 4.8, 9, 10. Ephesians 3.3, - 6. Tit. 3.4, - 6. This will then be seen and enjoyed in the Fullest manner and measure, according to the capacity of glorified Saints.
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God the Father will be letting forth, and pouring out his love into the souls of the Saints, (shedding it abroad in greater measures than now, Rom. 5.5.) and they drinking down the sweetness thereof for evermore, beholding and tasting what manner of love that is, which here they can see and conceive but a little of, 1 Joh. 3.1, 2. and as Ephes. 3.18, 19. They also making returns of love unto him,
God the Father will be letting forth, and pouring out his love into the Souls of the Saints, (shedding it abroad in greater measures than now, Rom. 5.5.) and they drinking down the sweetness thereof for evermore, beholding and tasting what manner of love that is, which Here they can see and conceive but a little of, 1 John 3.1, 2. and as Ephesians 3.18, 19. They also making returns of love unto him,
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you shall see the man Christ with bodily eyes, as Job 19.27. you shall ascend to him then, and be with him, enjoy his immediate company and communion, see him face to face, Job 19.25, 26, 27. Philip. 1.23. 2 Cor. 5.8. 1 Thes. 4.17. 1 Joh. 3.2. You shall hear him speak to you, and discourse of the great things of God, each word of whose lips will be more sweet than ten thousands of Gold and Silver;
you shall see the man christ with bodily eyes, as Job 19.27. you shall ascend to him then, and be with him, enjoy his immediate company and communion, see him face to face, Job 19.25, 26, 27. Philip. 1.23. 2 Cor. 5.8. 1 Thebes 4.17. 1 John 3.2. You shall hear him speak to you, and discourse of the great things of God, each word of whose lips will be more sweet than ten thousands of Gold and Silver;
you shall then have full communion with the man Christ Jesus, that everlasting Mediator between God and Man. Why the company of a good man, a loving friend, a gracious Saint here, that breaths much of Christ,
you shall then have full communion with the man christ jesus, that everlasting Mediator between God and Man. Why the company of a good man, a loving friend, a gracious Saint Here, that breathes much of christ,
and that with the fulness of an head to derive like Grace, and so now like Glory to all his members? For as he is the meritorious and dispensing cause,
and that with the fullness of an head to derive like Grace, and so now like Glory to all his members? For as he is the meritorious and dispensing cause,
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so also the exemplary cause, as of all Grace here, so of Glory hereafter, as Joh. 1.16. so you shall have Glory for Glory, Glory in your measure like unto his Glory;
so also the exemplary cause, as of all Grace Here, so of Glory hereafter, as John 1.16. so you shall have Glory for Glory, Glory in your measure like unto his Glory;
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but he will still have the preheminence, Joh. 17.22. Rom. 8.29. 1 Joh. 3.2. you shall live in the same Heaven with him, Joh. 14.3. partake of the same love of the Father, Joh. 17.23. drink of the same pleasures, live the same life of holiness and happiness, reign with him in the same Kingdom, Rom. 8.17. Rev. 3.21.
but he will still have the pre-eminence, John 17.22. Rom. 8.29. 1 John 3.2. you shall live in the same Heaven with him, John 14.3. partake of the same love of the Father, John 17.23. drink of the same pleasures, live the same life of holiness and happiness, Reign with him in the same Kingdom, Rom. 8.17. Rev. 3.21.
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and so difference in degrees between the Saints themselves, much more between the Saints and Christ.) Yea, probably the Saints in Heaven may have Communion with Christ in the Acts of Grace,
and so difference in Degrees between the Saints themselves, much more between the Saints and christ.) Yea, probably the Saints in Heaven may have Communion with christ in the Acts of Grace,
i. e. that the same Actings, the same Contemplations, Tasts, Apprehensions, Ebullitions of heart, the same springing of Love, Joy, Delight and sweet Affection, that the man Christ hath, shall run through Heaven and be in their measure communicated to all the Saints there:
i. e. that the same Actings, the same Contemplations, Tastes, Apprehensions, Ebullitions of heart, the same springing of Love, Joy, Delight and sweet Affection, that the man christ hath, shall run through Heaven and be in their measure communicated to all the Saints there:
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What the particular Imployment and manner of Converse of the man Christ, with and among the Saints in Heaven will be, we cannot now tell you, you shall know it when you come there;
What the particular Employment and manner of Converse of the man christ, with and among the Saints in Heaven will be, we cannot now tell you, you shall know it when you come there;
Look what Christ did in Converse with his Disciples after his Resurrection, when he was then entred into a Glorified estate, he then opened to them the Scriptures,
Look what christ did in Converse with his Disciples After his Resurrection, when he was then entered into a Glorified estate, he then opened to them the Scriptures,
so as their hearts burnt within them, Luk. 24.27, 32, 44, 45. And spake of things of the Kingdom of God, Act. 13. Then indeed but in order to the carrying on of the Kingdom of Grace,
so as their hearts burned within them, Luk. 24.27, 32, 44, 45. And spoke of things of the Kingdom of God, Act. 13. Then indeed but in order to the carrying on of the Kingdom of Grace,
In a word, Ordinances then shall cease, but the quintessence and extract of all Ordinances shall be then enjoyed (that power and Glory of God, that beauty of the Lord be seen in the Sanctuary of Heaven, that here were but glimpses through Glasses) Mat. 26.29. Glorious and sweet Communion do the Saints here enjoy with Christ at a Sacrament, in that Ordinance of the Lords Supper:
In a word, Ordinances then shall cease, but the quintessence and extract of all Ordinances shall be then enjoyed (that power and Glory of God, that beauty of the Lord be seen in the Sanctuary of Heaven, that Here were but glimpses through Glasses) Mathew 26.29. Glorious and sweet Communion do the Saints Here enjoy with christ At a Sacrament, in that Ordinance of the lords Supper:
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But in Heaven (in the Kingdom of his Father) he will (as I may say) celebrate that Sacrament, i. e. give them the quintessence, comfort and Communion of it in another manner;
But in Heaven (in the Kingdom of his Father) he will (as I may say) celebrate that Sacrament, i. e. give them the quintessence, Comfort and Communion of it in Another manner;
they shall have it new and fresh (in a more lively and better, fuller manner then here) whence they shall be as men full of new Wine, filled with the Springs of Heavenly Affection and Consolation.
they shall have it new and fresh (in a more lively and better, fuller manner then Here) whence they shall be as men full of new Wine, filled with the Springs of Heavenly Affection and Consolation.
Wine is oft used to express Joy, Gladness, Comfort, Psal. 104.15. The Communion between Christ and the Saints in the Coelestial Life, will compleat, perfect, and far transcend that that is but in a weak and mean degree, begun in Ordinances here.
Wine is oft used to express Joy, Gladness, Comfort, Psalm 104.15. The Communion between christ and the Saints in the Celestial Life, will complete, perfect, and Far transcend that that is but in a weak and mean degree, begun in Ordinances Here.
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Consider also that the Union and Communion between Christ and the faithful, being set forth by that of the Conjugal relation in Scripture, our present state is but an Espousal, the Consummation of the Marriage is at the day of Judgment;
Consider also that the union and Communion between christ and the faithful, being Set forth by that of the Conjugal Relation in Scripture, our present state is but an Espousal, the Consummation of the Marriage is At the day of Judgement;
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thence follows the full enjoyment each of other in Heaven, when Christ hath carried his Spouse home to his Fathers house, Ineffable, Mutual Delight, Communion, Communication of Secrets and Hearts each to other, Joy and Contentment will thence ensue.
thence follows the full enjoyment each of other in Heaven, when christ hath carried his Spouse home to his Father's house, Ineffable, Mutual Delight, Communion, Communication of Secrets and Hearts each to other, Joy and Contentment will thence ensue.
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there was flocking to see him, when on earth in his Humiliation, Luk. 19.3, 4. And the Spiritually minded then saw Glory in him, Joh. 14. But what will it be then to see him in Heaven in his Glorified estate? And not only to see him as a stranger, as a Glorious person:
there was flocking to see him, when on earth in his Humiliation, Luk. 19.3, 4. And the Spiritually minded then saw Glory in him, John 14. But what will it be then to see him in Heaven in his Glorified estate? And not only to see him as a stranger, as a Glorious person:
But to see and enjoy him as thy Friend, as thy Brother, Saviour, Husband, Cant. 5.16. One who sometimes powered out his Heart-blood for thee, and will now power out his Heart-love to thee for evermore.
But to see and enjoy him as thy Friend, as thy Brother, Saviour, Husband, Cant 5.16. One who sometime powered out his Heart blood for thee, and will now power out his Heart-love to thee for evermore.
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and so have a fulness of Gifts and Graces, of Holiness and Comfort for evermore. The Saints have somewhat of the Communion of the Holy Ghost now, 2 Cor. 13.14.
and so have a fullness of Gifts and Graces, of Holiness and Comfort for evermore. The Saints have somewhat of the Communion of the Holy Ghost now, 2 Cor. 13.14.
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then he will rest upon you as a Spirit of Glory, so hath he done in a great degree on some Martyrs here, 1 Pet. 4.14. but there, in Perfection on all the Saints.
then he will rest upon you as a Spirit of Glory, so hath he done in a great degree on Some Martyrs Here, 1 Pet. 4.14. but there, in Perfection on all the Saints.
Hence the Saints in Heaven having the fulness of the Spirit, shall be replenished with all those Excellencies and endowments that are the Effects and fruits of the presence and special operation of the Spirit, filled with all the fulness of God.
Hence the Saints in Heaven having the fullness of the Spirit, shall be replenished with all those Excellencies and endowments that Are the Effects and fruits of the presence and special operation of the Spirit, filled with all the fullness of God.
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As 1. With singular Divine Guifts of knowledge, wisdom, inlargement of understanding (as 1 King. 4.29.) and utterance, (For there will be use of utterance in Heaven, in Glorious Conference and Converse of the Saints.) Here are Gifts given for the Kingdom of Grace by the Spirit, 1 Cor. 12.4, 8, 11. But there are Guifts suiting the Kingdom of Glory. 2. With all Graces of Holiness or Sanctification;
As 1. With singular Divine Gifts of knowledge, Wisdom, enlargement of understanding (as 1 King. 4.29.) and utterance, (For there will be use of utterance in Heaven, in Glorious Conference and Converse of the Saints.) Here Are Gifts given for the Kingdom of Grace by the Spirit, 1 Cor. 12.4, 8, 11. But there Are Gifts suiting the Kingdom of Glory. 2. With all Graces of Holiness or Sanctification;
Sanctification of the Spirit (2 Thes. 2.13.) will then be perfect (of which further afterward concerning the Glory of the Soul) and there will be the constant un-interrupted Presence and Assistance of the Spirit to actuate every Grace, to keep it up in its full exercise:
Sanctification of the Spirit (2 Thebes 2.13.) will then be perfect (of which further afterwards Concerning the Glory of the Soul) and there will be the constant uninterrupted Presence and Assistance of the Spirit to actuate every Grace, to keep it up in its full exercise:
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The heart ever inlarged for God, ever fixed and tuned to sing his Praise, as Psal. 57.7, 8. Thy Glory (Heart and Tongue) shall be ever awake, thy Harp ever in Tune then, the Spirit of Grace everlastingly filling and quickning thy Heart,
The heart ever enlarged for God, ever fixed and tuned to sing his Praise, as Psalm 57.7, 8. Thy Glory (Heart and Tongue) shall be ever awake, thy Harp ever in Tune then, the Spirit of Grace everlastingly filling and quickening thy Heart,
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The Holy Ghost will then fully do that work of a Comforter, and dwell in all the Saints as such, ( Joh. 14.16.) in his Choicest and most Glorious Comforting Operations. That in Rom. 5.5. will then be fully done:
The Holy Ghost will then Fully do that work of a Comforter, and dwell in all the Saints as such, (John 14.16.) in his Choicest and most Glorious Comforting Operations. That in Rom. 5.5. will then be Fully done:
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The knowledge and sense of that one thing, [ that the Infinite God loves thee with an everlasting love ] which is more worth than ten thousand, thousand worlds, shall live in thy heart,
The knowledge and sense of that one thing, [ that the Infinite God loves thee with an everlasting love ] which is more worth than ten thousand, thousand world's, shall live in thy heart,
The joy of the Holy Ghost (that is a manifest and eminent part of our Communion with the Holy Ghost) shall then be at its full height, which now we have but some tasts and drops of, Rom. 14.17. That that Christ hath been so long aiming and driving at, will then be attained, Joh. 15.11. and 16.24. Their Joy is the Element the Saints in Heaven live in, (they breath in no other Aire but that) the Ocean they swim in:
The joy of the Holy Ghost (that is a manifest and eminent part of our Communion with the Holy Ghost) shall then be At its full height, which now we have but Some tastes and drops of, Rom. 14.17. That that christ hath been so long aiming and driving At, will then be attained, John 15.11. and 16.24. Their Joy is the Element the Saints in Heaven live in, (they breath in no other Air but that) the Ocean they swim in:
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It is a Mass or Heap of Joy, a Region of Joy, an Aire and Element of Joy (the Joy of the Lord God, the Joy of the Holy Ghost) into which they are brought,
It is a Mass or Heap of Joy, a Region of Joy, an Air and Element of Joy (the Joy of the Lord God, the Joy of the Holy Ghost) into which they Are brought,
2. A second thing considerable in the positive Happiness of the Saints in Heaven, is their inherent personal (subjective, the former particular pointeth chiefly to their obj•ctive Glory, though they go together;
2. A second thing considerable in the positive Happiness of the Saints in Heaven, is their inherent personal (subjective, the former particular pointeth chiefly to their obj•ctive Glory, though they go together;
For our present frail, weak and distempered faculties are not capable of that Glory and Glorious Communion, 1 Cor. 15.50. and 2.9. they must therefore be raised up to an higher state of Perf•ction in order thereunto.
For our present frail, weak and distempered faculties Are not capable of that Glory and Glorious Communion, 1 Cor. 15.50. and 2.9. they must Therefore be raised up to an higher state of Perf•ction in order thereunto.
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But hence the person of each Saint is Glorified (filled with Glorious Excellency and Perfection both of Soul and Body:) All that be there are Glorified Persons, Rom. 8.17, 18, 30. Col•ss. 3.4. Glorious or Glorified they are both in their Souls and Bodies i. e. considering them as they shall be after the Resurrection and last Judgment.
But hence the person of each Saint is Glorified (filled with Glorious Excellency and Perfection both of Soul and Body:) All that be there Are Glorified Persons, Rom. 8.17, 18, 30. Col•ss. 3.4. Glorious or Glorified they Are both in their Souls and Bodies i. e. considering them as they shall be After the Resurrection and last Judgement.
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and all the good and Excellency that resulteth thence, made like unto the Soul of Jesus Christ, 1 Joh. 3.2. The most proper and principal subj•ct of Heavens Glory, is the Soul. Hence it's called the Salvation of our Souls, 1 Pet. 1.9. that is, the great Vessel that holds the Riches of Glory that are powered in there, Rom. 9.23. The Soul of man is capable of more Glory and good, than is in all this whole lower world put together, all the Pleasures and Treasures of it cannot fill one Soul: (no not as its now on earth in its narrow capacity;
and all the good and Excellency that resulteth thence, made like unto the Soul of jesus christ, 1 John 3.2. The most proper and principal subj•ct of Heavens Glory, is the Soul. Hence it's called the Salvation of our Souls, 1 Pet. 1.9. that is, the great Vessel that holds the Riches of Glory that Are powered in there, Rom. 9.23. The Soul of man is capable of more Glory and good, than is in all this Whole lower world put together, all the Pleasures and Treasures of it cannot fill one Soul: (no not as its now on earth in its narrow capacity;
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Consider it in those two faculties of the Soul, Understanding and Will. 1. The Understanding shall be. 1. Strengthned and enlarged, enabled to see much and far;
Consider it in those two faculties of the Soul, Understanding and Will. 1. The Understanding shall be. 1. Strengthened and enlarged, enabled to see much and Far;
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raised and heightned to great quickness and deep Comprehensions of Understanding, Isa. 11.2, 3. So when the spirit of Glory shall rest on the Saints in Heaven, (the Members of Christ) it shall make them of quick and large Understandings;
raised and heightened to great quickness and deep Comprehensions of Understanding, Isaiah 11.2, 3. So when the Spirit of Glory shall rest on the Saints in Heaven, (the Members of christ) it shall make them of quick and large Understandings;
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True Learning will then, and there come to, and be in its Perfection. The clear certain knowledge of all useful Truth will abound in that Heavenly Academy;
True Learning will then, and there come to, and be in its Perfection. The clear certain knowledge of all useful Truth will abound in that Heavenly Academy;
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And it is a part of the perfection and excellency of the Rational Creature, an attaining of his end, who was made to behold the wisdom of God in the World, Job. 36.24, 25. And it was an Excellency he gave to Solomon, when he would be kind to him;
And it is a part of the perfection and excellency of the Rational Creature, an attaining of his end, who was made to behold the Wisdom of God in the World, Job. 36.24, 25. And it was an Excellency he gave to Solomon, when he would be kind to him;
therefore he will not deny it to his Saints in Heaven. And our present defect and darkness in this knowledge, is a fruit of the fall, therefore shall then be removed.
Therefore he will not deny it to his Saints in Heaven. And our present defect and darkness in this knowledge, is a fruit of the fallen, Therefore shall then be removed.
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the solution of the most knotty, questions in Divinity, the Explication of the most Glorious and ravishing Mysteries of God and Christ, of Creation, Providence, Redemption and Application, &c. shall then be fully known and understood.
the solution of the most knotty, questions in Divinity, the Explication of the most Glorious and ravishing Mysteres of God and christ, of Creation, Providence, Redemption and Application, etc. shall then be Fully known and understood.
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This is evident ▪ for knowledge, especially in spiritual things, (matters of God and of Religion) shall then come to its full perfection, 1 Cor. 13.9, 12. And the beatifical vision compriseth this, Mat. 5.8.
This is evident ▪ for knowledge, especially in spiritual things, (matters of God and of Religion) shall then come to its full perfection, 1 Cor. 13.9, 12. And the beatifical vision compriseth this, Mathew 5.8.
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i. e. they shall see (with the understanding, as well as enjoy with the whole Soul) God in all those discoveries and manifestations of himself that Creature is capable of,
i. e. they shall see (with the understanding, as well as enjoy with the Whole Soul) God in all those discoveries and manifestations of himself that Creature is capable of,
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Yea, (I add) the mind shall be filled and satisfied with the knowledge and contemplation of those Glorious Truths and Objects, unto ravishing Joy and Contentment.
Yea, (I add) the mind shall be filled and satisfied with the knowledge and contemplation of those Glorious Truths and Objects, unto ravishing Joy and Contentment.
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and hearing of his wisdom, was so ravishing and satisfying to the Queen of Sheba, 1 King. 10.3.8 What then will the fight of the Face and Glory of God in Heaven be.
and hearing of his Wisdom, was so ravishing and satisfying to the Queen of Sheba, 1 King. 10.3.8 What then will the fight of the Face and Glory of God in Heaven be.
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How much more vast and large will the view and vision, and prospect of the eye of the understanding be, (what vast objects, delights and Glories will it take in) when it hath the light of the Glory of God in Heaven shining about it, yea into it, Psal. 36.8.9.
How much more vast and large will the view and vision, and prospect of the eye of the understanding be, (what vast objects, delights and Glories will it take in) when it hath the Light of the Glory of God in Heaven shining about it, yea into it, Psalm 36.8.9.
and of all those clear manifestations of himself, which he shall then communicate; but how large soever, it shall be filled unto full satisfaction, Psal. 17.15. 2. The Will, Heart and Affections shall also be.
and of all those clear manifestations of himself, which he shall then communicate; but how large soever, it shall be filled unto full satisfaction, Psalm 17.15. 2. The Will, Heart and Affections shall also be.
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1. Inlarged, or compleatly fitted, framed ▪ disposed and sanctified to take in that Glory, or that Glorious Communion with God that is to be had in Heaven.
1. Enlarged, or completely fitted, framed ▪ disposed and sanctified to take in that Glory, or that Glorious Communion with God that is to be had in Heaven.
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The Image of God upon the Soul, shall then be perfectly restored, as that part of it which stands in knowledge, Colos. 3.10. so also that of holiness and righteousness, Epes. 4.24. which is seated chiefly in the will and affections:
The Image of God upon the Soul, shall then be perfectly restored, as that part of it which Stands in knowledge, Colos 3.10. so also that of holiness and righteousness, Epes. 4.24. which is seated chiefly in the will and affections:
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You that now long and cry out for Grace and Holiness, for an heart to love God, to fear him, to delight in him, to be inlarged for him, you shall then have your desire to the full;
You that now long and cry out for Grace and Holiness, for an heart to love God, to Fear him, to delight in him, to be enlarged for him, you shall then have your desire to the full;
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And especially the affection and Grace of Love, that shall be inlarged and flourish there: Love to God and to his Saints, the perfume of that will fill Heaven.
And especially the affection and Grace of Love, that shall be enlarged and flourish there: Love to God and to his Saints, the perfume of that will fill Heaven.
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Heaven is the place of Love, that is, the head-grace there alwayes acting, never failing, 1 Cor. 13.8.13. Those affections that bring pain with them, as tormenting fear and grief, 1 Jo•. 4.14.) and those Actings that imply Imperfection in them;
Heaven is the place of Love, that is, the head-grace there always acting, never failing, 1 Cor. 13.8.13. Those affections that bring pain with them, as tormenting Fear and grief, 1 Jo•. 4.14.) and those Actings that imply Imperfection in them;
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and the full acting of Love, implies perfection, 1 Joh. 4.18. (the more intensely and strongly Love acts and carries the Soul to God, the more perfect we are, (the strongest acts of faith are under our greatest Imperfections, wants and miseries,
and the full acting of Love, Implies perfection, 1 John 4.18. (the more intensely and strongly Love acts and carries the Soul to God, the more perfect we Are, (the Strongest acts of faith Are under our greatest Imperfections, Wants and misery's,
and be alwayes in fullest act and exercise. 2. Filled and satisfied with good, the heart of man is a large Vessel, the desires have a vast reach, even after infinite good:
and be always in Fullest act and exercise. 2. Filled and satisfied with good, the heart of man is a large Vessel, the Desires have a vast reach, even After infinite good:
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but then it shall be filled (that word full verified, Isa. 55.2) Brimful of Comfort and Contentment in the fruition of God who is goodness it self, infinitely good;
but then it shall be filled (that word full verified, Isaiah 55.2) Brimful of Comfort and Contentment in the fruition of God who is Goodness it self, infinitely good;
It shall then be Glorified as well as the Soul., being made like the Glorious Body of Christ, Philip. 3.21. 1 Cor. What that is, was in some glimpse of it seen in Christs Transfiguration, Mat. 17.2.
It shall then be Glorified as well as the Soul., being made like the Glorious Body of christ, Philip. 3.21. 1 Cor. What that is, was in Some glimpse of it seen in Christ Transfiguration, Mathew 17.2.
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It is raised in Incorruption, so v. 53, 54. The Saints Bodies shall not be lyable to any Corruption, hurt or decay, by sickness, pain, old-age or death, but clothed with Immortality:
It is raised in Incorruption, so v. 53, 54. The Saints Bodies shall not be liable to any Corruption, hurt or decay, by sickness, pain, Old age or death, but clothed with Immortality:
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No fear of dying then, when once in that other happy World. The King of Terrours never sets foot there, Luk. 20.36: Adam might possibly have lived and not dyed, but these shall live and cannot die.
No Fear of dying then, when once in that other happy World. The King of Terrors never sets foot there, Luk. 20.36: Adam might possibly have lived and not died, but these shall live and cannot die.
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2. Glory Splendor and Beauty, v. 43. The Body is now a vile thing ( Philip. 3.21.) when under earthly Adams Image, especially in its decaying state, under Sickness, Sores, Maimes, Rheums, Wrinkles, &c. It is a sorry, poor, ill-looking, deformed, pale noisome thing:
2. Glory Splendour and Beauty, v. 43. The Body is now a vile thing (Philip. 3.21.) when under earthly Adams Image, especially in its decaying state, under Sickness, Sores, Maims, Rheums, Wrinkles, etc. It is a sorry, poor, ill-looking, deformed, pale noisome thing:
But then the Bodies of the Saints shall be Glorious, Beautiful, Goodly, Amiable and Shining as the Sun: (whereof that of the shining of Moses his face,
But then the Bodies of the Saints shall be Glorious, Beautiful, Goodly, Amiable and Shining as the Sun: (whereof that of the shining of Moses his face,
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3. Strength and Power, v. 43. Now the Body is a weak, fraile, feeble thing, often unable to perform its needful operations, soon wearied, tyred with action,
3. Strength and Power, v. 43. Now the Body is a weak, frail, feeble thing, often unable to perform its needful operations, soon wearied, tired with actium,
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All the Saints, even such as die Children, (as Divines most probably conclude) shall rise again in full strength and stature, such as the flower and vigour of years did, or would have given;
All the Saints, even such as die Children, (as Divines most probably conclude) shall rise again in full strength and stature, such as the flower and vigour of Years did, or would have given;
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and such like External, Elementary, Bodily supports as we need in this Animal-life, being then sustained by the All-preserving, All-quickning Spirit of God, without the help of such means, Mat. 22.30.
and such like External, Elementary, Bodily supports as we need in this Animal-life, being then sustained by the All-preserving, All-quickening Spirit of God, without the help of such means, Mathew 22.30.
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But then the Body (not needing those things) shall be wholly serviceable to the Soul. The Body shall be no more such a Troublesome, Cumbersome thing as now it is, needing so much tendance and adoe about it,
But then the Body (not needing those things) shall be wholly serviceable to the Soul. The Body shall be no more such a Troublesome, Cumbersome thing as now it is, needing so much tendance and ado about it,
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Your Contemplations, Studies, Sweet Affections and Communion with God never broken off and interrupted by Eating and Drinking, by Dressing and Undressing, &c. as here they are.
Your Contemplations, Studies, Sweet Affections and Communion with God never broken off and interrupted by Eating and Drinking, by Dressing and Undressing, etc. as Here they Are.
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Not dull, slow, heavy-moulded as now: but in Agility and Activity more like to Spirits. Hence, easily made to ascend to meet the Lord in the Aire, 1 Thes. 4.17. and afterward to go up with him to the third Heaven:
Not dull, slow, heavy-moulded as now: but in Agility and Activity more like to Spirits. Hence, Easily made to ascend to meet the Lord in the Air, 1 Thebes 4.17. and afterwards to go up with him to the third Heaven:
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And able, no doubt, in a very little time, (though not properly in an instant) to move through those vast spaces and distances of those Heavenly Mansions,
And able, no doubt, in a very little time, (though not properly in an instant) to move through those vast spaces and distances of those Heavenly Mansions,
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but in Conjunction and Society, Mat. 8.11. and that Communion will be an help to their enjoyment of God, a way and means of their Communion with God.
but in Conjunction and Society, Mathew 8.11. and that Communion will be an help to their enjoyment of God, a Way and means of their Communion with God.
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When we speak of our Immediate Communion with God in Heaven, we are not to understand it absolutely, that there shall be no mediums between us and the transcendant Majesty of God;
When we speak of our Immediate Communion with God in Heaven, we Are not to understand it absolutely, that there shall be no mediums between us and the Transcendent Majesty of God;
for there will be the Humane nature of Christ, and the Communion of Saints, who in a Coel•stial way and manner, will be helpful and useful one to another, to convey much of God to one another:
for there will be the Humane nature of christ, and the Communion of Saints, who in a Coel•stial Way and manner, will be helpful and useful one to Another, to convey much of God to one Another:
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And Love, Holiness and Communicativeness, which is the life of Communion, then will flourish, 1 Cor. 13.8. You must there enjoy Christ your Head, not alone, but in fellowship with all his Mystical Body.
And Love, Holiness and Communicativeness, which is the life of Communion, then will flourish, 1 Cor. 13.8. You must there enjoy christ your Head, not alone, but in fellowship with all his Mystical Body.
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Hence I said in the Description [ All together ] they shall have fruition of God All together, in the Highest Heaven for evermore, Heb. 11.22, 23. We now come and are joyned to that body by Mystical Relation,
Hence I said in the Description [ All together ] they shall have fruition of God All together, in the Highest Heaven for evermore, Hebrew 11.22, 23. We now come and Are joined to that body by Mystical Relation,
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But then a perfect separation of Goates from the Sheep, and the Latter alone go into the Kingdom of Heaven, Mat. 25.34, 46. 2. There will (after the last day) be all the Saints together, all the Vessels of Glory gathered together ▪ the whole Congregation of the Righteous, ( Psal. 1.5.) the whole general Assembly of the first born:
But then a perfect separation of Goats from the Sheep, and the Latter alone go into the Kingdom of Heaven, Mathew 25.34, 46. 2. There will (After the last day) be all the Saints together, all the Vessels of Glory gathered together ▪ the Whole Congregation of the Righteous, (Psalm 1.5.) the Whole general Assembly of the First born:
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All the faithful seed of Abraham, which are as the Stars in Heaven, and as the Sand on the Sea-shore (all that ever were, are or shall be of the Elect and saved blessed number) and this adds much to the Glory of it.
All the faithful seed of Abraham, which Are as the Stars in Heaven, and as the Sand on the Seashore (all that ever were, Are or shall be of the Elect and saved blessed number) and this adds much to the Glory of it.
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We know numerous and great Assemblies here on earth, are very solemn and affecting. The very faces of many Saints together, are quickning each to other, ( Psal. 42.4.
We know numerous and great Assemblies Here on earth, Are very solemn and affecting. The very faces of many Saints together, Are quickening each to other, (Psalm 42.4.
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you shall be able to say, (as Mr. Bolton speaks,) this is Abraham, Jacob, David, Paul, this was Luther, Calvin, Bradford, &c. As may be gathered from the Apostles knowing Moses and Elias, whom they had never seen before, in that glimpse of Heaven at Christs Transfiguration.
you shall be able to say, (as Mr. Bolton speaks,) this is Abraham, Jacob, David, Paul, this was Luther, calvin, Bradford, etc. As may be gathered from the Apostles knowing Moses and Elias, whom they had never seen before, in that glimpse of Heaven At Christ Transfiguration.
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And from Adams knowing Eve, and whence she was at first sight, (without any humane information) of which Argument Luther Discoursed the Evening before his death,
And from Adams knowing Eve, and whence she was At First sighed, (without any humane information) of which Argument Luther Discoursed the Evening before his death,
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and thence conclud•d the thing in hand, viz. That we shall know one another in the life to come [ Melch. Adam. in vita Lutheri, pag. 154. ] and all Comfortable knowledge will be then vouchsafed,
and thence conclud•d the thing in hand, viz. That we shall know one Another in the life to come [ Melch. Adam. in vita Lutheran, page. 154. ] and all Comfortable knowledge will be then vouchsafed,
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Yea, if it should ask time to come acquainted with every one, to be sure there will be time enough there, remembering also the quickness and accuteness of understanding, memory, &c. But a Superiour and more immediate way of this knowledge there may well be supposed.
Yea, if it should ask time to come acquainted with every one, to be sure there will be time enough there, remembering also the quickness and acuteness of understanding, memory, etc. But a Superior and more immediate Way of this knowledge there may well be supposed.
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Moses and Elias were talking together with Christ in that little representation of Heaven, Mat. 17.3. There will not want orderly Conference and Discourse, and speaking one to another among that Heavenly company.
Moses and Elias were talking together with christ in that little representation of Heaven, Mathew 17.3. There will not want orderly Conference and Discourse, and speaking one to Another among that Heavenly company.
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the embroidered work of Providence, when the whole piece shall be made up and finished, the curious needle-work thereof (the Coat of many Colours that God hath made for his Church,
the embroidered work of Providence, when the Whole piece shall be made up and finished, the curious needlework thereof (the Coat of many Colours that God hath made for his Church,
and for all his Beloved ones in the varieties of his dealings with them.) It will then be spre•d abroad, declared, viewed, related, discoursed of at large!
and for all his beloved ones in the varieties of his dealings with them.) It will then be spre•d abroad, declared, viewed, related, discoursed of At large!
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But what then will the Converse and Company of the Saints in Heaven be, when there shall be no sin, no defect either in Sp•ak•r or H•arers, no impertinencies in their speeches, •o unsavoriness, every one full of God, full of wisdom and holiness, &c. You will truly say, it is good being here,
But what then will the Converse and Company of the Saints in Heaven be, when there shall be no since, no defect either in Sp•ak•r or H•arers, no Impertinencies in their Speeches, •o unsavoriness, every one full of God, full of Wisdom and holiness, etc. You will truly say, it is good being Here,
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when you have not M•ses and Elias only, but Christ withall the thousands of his Saints about you, as Mat. 17.4. It is a phrase often used of dying Saints in Scripture, that they were gathered to their people, Genes. 25.8. and 35.29. and 49.33. Numb. 20.24. Deutr. 32.50. there in the other world, in Heaven is the great Congregation (gathering together, or Assembling of the peopl• of God:
when you have not M•ses and Elias only, but christ withal the thousands of his Saints about you, as Mathew 17.4. It is a phrase often used of dying Saints in Scripture, that they were gathered to their people, Genesis. 25.8. and 35.29. and 49.33. Numb. 20.24. Deuteronomy 32.50. there in the other world, in Heaven is the great Congregation (gathering together, or Assembling of the peopl• of God:
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to ••ose that are wholly, and only (without mixture their own people, Heb. 12.23. You must die, and go to H•aven, if you will c•me to the great meeting and Congregation of the people of God;
to ••ose that Are wholly, and only (without mixture their own people, Hebrew 12.23. You must die, and go to H•aven, if you will c•me to the great meeting and Congregation of the people of God;
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and to their Holy Communion, and Fellowship, and Interest, desiring to be one of them, to stand and fall, to rejoyce and mourn, to live and die with them? Verily you must be gathered to the people of God now,
and to their Holy Communion, and Fellowship, and Interest, desiring to be one of them, to stand and fallen, to rejoice and mourn, to live and die with them? Verily you must be gathered to the people of God now,
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if you will be gathered to them then; (for all that Communion, both with God and his people, that is perfected in Heaven, is begun on Earth) you must be their Companions now, ( Psal. 119.63.) If you will have their company then:
if you will be gathered to them then; (for all that Communion, both with God and his people, that is perfected in Heaven, is begun on Earth) you must be their Sodales now, (Psalm 119.63.) If you will have their company then:
In the story of the Arrian Persecutions, there is a passage of one who was but a Youth, (a Boy) who when a Company of Holy Martyrs were to be put into a Ship and burned together, he hastened after to be among them, to whom a Seducer said;
In the story of the Arrian Persecutions, there is a passage of one who was but a Youth, (a Boy) who when a Company of Holy Martyrs were to be put into a Ship and burned together, he hastened After to be among them, to whom a Seducer said;
If something else be more predominant in you then the love of God, and of his people, (and those two go together, 1 Joh. 4.20. and 5.1. Mat. 25.40, 45.) surely you are not principled for Heaven;
If something Else be more predominant in you then the love of God, and of his people, (and those two go together, 1 John 4.20. and 5.1. Mathew 25.40, 45.) surely you Are not principled for Heaven;
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But as by Christ, we are brought into a Fellowship and Co•munion with the Holy Elect Angels, H•b. 12.22. (who should else have been forever in Fellowship with D•vils, Mat. 25.41.) so that Commu••on will th•• be p••f•ct•d and know• fully as it is h•r• initi•l, imperf•ct and but little known.
But as by christ, we Are brought into a Fellowship and Co•munion with the Holy Elect Angels, H•b. 12.22. (who should Else have been forever in Fellowship with D•vils, Mathew 25.41.) so that Commu••on will th•• be p••f•ct•d and know• Fully as it is h•r• initi•l, imperf•ct and but little known.
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The Angels M•nister to the Saints by the way •o Heaven: Hebr. 1.14. and conduct them thither when th•y die, Luk. 16.22. with what mutual joy will th•y all then be entertain'd there.
The Angels M•nister to the Saints by the Way •o Heaven: Hebrew 1.14. and conduct them thither when th•y die, Luk. 16.22. with what mutual joy will th•y all then be entertained there.
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How th•y have Guarded, Defended, Succoured in many dangers, being faithfull to their Charge and Trust, Psal. 91.11, 12. and 34.7. They now do us good turns, and we know it not.
How th•y have Guarded, Defended, Succored in many dangers, being faithful to their Charge and Trust, Psalm 91.11, 12. and 34.7. They now do us good turns, and we know it not.
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and in special for the M•st•ri•s of Christ and Marvels of his Red•mption, (which the Angels are eminently delight•d with, 1 Pet. 1.12. Ephes. 3.10.) as •uk. 2.13.14. Oh that ever worms of Dust (sinful man) should be lift up to the place and state of Angels;
and in special for the M•st•ri•s of christ and Marvels of his Red•mption, (which the Angels Are eminently delight•d with, 1 Pet. 1.12. Ephesians 3.10.) as •uk. 2.13.14. O that ever worms of Dust (sinful man) should be lift up to the place and state of Angels;
yea, in some respects higher, in regard of their nearer Relation to Christ their Head, who as 1 Pet. 3.22. (fellow Citizens and fellow Courtiers with them in the Heavenly place, which was properly their own Habitation, Jud. 6. Mat. 22.30. Luk. 2 15.) to partake with them in the Beatifical Vision, Mat. 18.10. and to bear a part with them in the praises of God.
yea, in Some respects higher, in regard of their nearer Relation to christ their Head, who as 1 Pet. 3.22. (fellow Citizens and fellow Courtiers with them in the Heavenly place, which was properly their own Habitation, Jud. 6. Mathew 22.30. Luk. 2 15.) to partake with them in the Beatifical Vision, Mathew 18.10. and to bear a part with them in the praises of God.
They need heartning on while here below under Temptations and Tribulations, why a sight and thought of Heaven and of the Rest and Recompence there is enough to do it, Hebr. 11.25, 26. Even when the Interest of Piety and of the truly Pious is laid low in the World and despised among men,
They need heartening on while Here below under Temptations and Tribulations, why a sighed and Thought of Heaven and of the Rest and Recompense there is enough to do it, Hebrew 11.25, 26. Even when the Interest of Piety and of the truly Pious is laid low in the World and despised among men,
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and sixed in the way thither, i. e. in the way of the Rule, not to be turned out of the way by the smiles or frowns of all the World) if that be folly, be more foolish still, as 2 Sam. 6.22.
and sixed in the Way thither, i. e. in the Way of the Rule, not to be turned out of the Way by the smiles or frowns of all the World) if that be folly, be more foolish still, as 2 Sam. 6.22.
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fear not all this World, nor all the Tribulations thereof, Luk. 12.32. Consider 1. All that Satan or the World can do, cannot reach to Heaven where your Portion and Treasure lyes, Mat. 6.20. They work but upon the earth, the troubles about you here are but earthly troubles:
Fear not all this World, nor all the Tribulations thereof, Luk. 12.32. Consider 1. All that Satan or the World can do, cannot reach to Heaven where your Portion and Treasure lies, Mathew 6.20. They work but upon the earth, the Troubles about you Here Are but earthly Troubles:
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If he have called you to Eternal Glory by Christ Jesus, then all the Sufferings in the mean while shall not interrupt it, Rom. 8.30. (nothing can break that Chain) v. 31, 35, 39. nothing in all this World can,
If he have called you to Eternal Glory by christ jesus, then all the Sufferings in the mean while shall not interrupt it, Rom. 8.30. (nothing can break that Chain) v. 31, 35, 39. nothing in all this World can,
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If that be indeed the choice of your Souls, (that you refuse all this World and choice Heaven, chuse the Fruition of God in Christ for your Portion) if you make Moses 's chooce Heb. 11.24, 26. and Paul 's choice, 2 Cor. 4.18. (and that choice the Lord propounds to every one, Mark. 10.21.) why then Heaven you shall have,
If that be indeed the choice of your Souls, (that you refuse all this World and choice Heaven, choose the Fruition of God in christ for your Portion) if you make Moses is chooce Hebrew 11.24, 26. and Paul is choice, 2 Cor. 4.18. (and that choice the Lord propounds to every one, Mark. 10.21.) why then Heaven you shall have,
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they help to greaten your Crown and Reward in Heaven, Mat. 5.11, 12. they help you with an Evidence for Heaven, Rom. 8.17. 2 Tim. 2.11, 12. 2 Thess. 1.4, 5.
they help to greaten your Crown and Reward in Heaven, Mathew 5.11, 12. they help you with an Evidence for Heaven, Rom. 8.17. 2 Tim. 2.11, 12. 2 Thess 1.4, 5.
and to awake Faith, Prayer, Weanedness from the World, esteem of Heaven, more Converse there, &c. Heb. 11.9, 10, 13 14, 16. Oh what can hurt the people of God whose faces are toward Heaven, (looking, seeking, pressing after that) and their back upon Earth and Mammon:
and to awake Faith, Prayer, Weanedness from the World, esteem of Heaven, more Converse there, etc. Hebrew 11.9, 10, 13 14, 16. O what can hurt the people of God whose faces Are towards Heaven, (looking, seeking, pressing After that) and their back upon Earth and Mammon:
Oh then let none none of those things move you, but hold on stedfastly in the way to Heaven, the way of Faith and Holiness, the way of regular walking with God and cleaving to him and to his Truth, his Name, his Interest and his People.
O then let none none of those things move you, but hold on steadfastly in the Way to Heaven, the Way of Faith and Holiness, the Way of regular walking with God and cleaving to him and to his Truth, his Name, his Interest and his People.
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SERMON III. THe Glory of the place, where Saints shall be together and enjoy the Beatifical presence of God, viz. the Highest Heaven, the third Heaven, 2 Cor. 12.2. The Heaven of Heavens, 1 King. 8.27. Deut. 10.14. That Glorious stately Region above the Starry Heavens, made and fitted to be the Everlasting habitation of the Blessed;
SERMON III. THe Glory of the place, where Saints shall be together and enjoy the Beatifical presence of God, viz. the Highest Heaven, the third Heaven, 2 Cor. 12.2. The Heaven of Heavens, 1 King. 8.27. Deuteronomy 10.14. That Glorious stately Region above the Starry Heavens, made and fitted to be the Everlasting habitation of the Blessed;
And where all the Saints shall be and dwell with Christ forevermore, Joh. 14.2, 3. and 17.24. 2 Cor. 5 1. Mat. 25.34. Touching this place (the third Heaven) and the Nature and Glory of it;
And where all the Saints shall be and dwell with christ forevermore, John 14.2, 3. and 17.24. 2 Cor. 5 1. Mathew 25.34. Touching this place (the third Heaven) and the Nature and Glory of it;
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I shall not enter into a particular and distinct Discourse, (we have sometimes had more opportunity for that, in considering th• Works of Creation.) But take two or three familier Considerations that may set for ththe Glory of this place, the High•st Heaven. 1. It is the Excellency, top and Summity, the Crown and Glory of the whole World:
I shall not enter into a particular and distinct Discourse, (we have sometime had more opportunity for that, in considering th• Works of Creation.) But take two or three familiar Considerations that may Set for ththe Glory of this place, the High•st Heaven. 1. It is the Excellency, top and Summity, the Crown and Glory of the Whole World:
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But then (when grown to full Age, and fully Married to his Son,) he will entertain you in the best Room he hath (the Fairest that ever he built) his own dwelling Room and Presence Chamber of Heaven.
But then (when grown to full Age, and Fully Married to his Son,) he will entertain you in the best Room he hath (the Fairest that ever he built) his own Dwelling Room and Presence Chamber of Heaven.
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But this Heaven is the dwelling house and place of the Great King. And hence it is the immediate Workmanship of God himself, Heb. 11.10. Men build other Cities (and we know they are full of Splendor and Beauty;) but God built this, 2 Cor. 5.1.
But this Heaven is the Dwelling house and place of the Great King. And hence it is the immediate Workmanship of God himself, Hebrew 11.10. Men built other Cities (and we know they Are full of Splendour and Beauty;) but God built this, 2 Cor. 5.1.
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] As the Earth the lowest, so the Heaven the highest Region, it is above (the highest of all) in place ▪ (far above all these visible Heavens, Ephes. 4.10. and yet they are of a vast height) and as far above all in Excellency of Nature and in Glory, Deut. 4.39. Josh. 2.11. Earthly things are low things, and therefore placed here below down in the Vally:
] As the Earth the lowest, so the Heaven the highest Region, it is above (the highest of all) in place ▪ (Far above all these visible Heavens, Ephesians 4.10. and yet they Are of a vast height) and as Far above all in Excellency of Nature and in Glory, Deuteronomy 4.39. Josh. 2.11. Earthly things Are low things, and Therefore placed Here below down in the Valley:
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the Earth (though 21600. Miles in compass) is but as a point, i. e. of no considerable bigness (of no sensible quantity) compared with this second, lower, Starry Heaven;
the Earth (though 21600. Miles in compass) is but as a point, i. e. of no considerable bigness (of no sensible quantity) compared with this second, lower, Starry Heaven;
what is it then to that Heaven of Heavens, which is the highest and utmost Rim and Circumference of the whole Universe, containing within the Bowels or Concave of it, this whole lower World:
what is it then to that Heaven of Heavens, which is the highest and utmost Rim and Circumference of the Whole Universe, containing within the Bowels or Concave of it, this Whole lower World:
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And we may probably suppose, that its own height and wideness (I mean from rhe Pavement to the Roof of it) holds proportion with its Compass or Circumference,
And we may probably suppose, that its own height and wideness (I mean from rhe Pavement to the Roof of it) holds proportion with its Compass or Circumference,
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and filling it all with his Beatifical presence and Glory. And as Joh. 14.2. there (in that spacious Region) are Mansions and Rooms, and Lots and Dwellings for all the thousands of the Glorified ones.
and filling it all with his Beatifical presence and Glory. And as John 14.2. there (in that spacious Region) Are Mansions and Rooms, and Lots and Dwellings for all the thousands of the Glorified ones.
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You shall be no way straitned when you come there (no Tribe of Israel complain there of the straitness of their Lot.) But may say as Psal. 118.5. the way to it is strait, but the Kingdom it self is great and large.
You shall be no Way straitened when you come there (no Tribe of Israel complain there of the straitness of their Lot.) But may say as Psalm 118.5. the Way to it is strait, but the Kingdom it self is great and large.
and Gloss, and Hangings, and Comfort of it, and infected the very Walls of the house, &c. And turned it into a place of Briars and Thorns, of Troubles and Sorrows,
and Gloss, and Hangings, and Comfort of it, and infected the very Walls of the house, etc. And turned it into a place of Briers and Thorns, of Troubles and Sorrows,
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or the most Holy place, Heb. 9.8, 12, 24. It being by the Lords everlasting appointment and choice, set apart to be the place of his most Special, Gracious, Glorious and Holy presence, where only Holy work shall be done, (Prasing, Blessing, Glorifying God) only Holy persons shall come,
or the most Holy place, Hebrew 9.8, 12, 24. It being by the lords everlasting appointment and choice, Set apart to be the place of his most Special, Gracious, Glorious and Holy presence, where only Holy work shall be done, (Prasing, Blessing, Glorifying God) only Holy Persons shall come,
3. It is a place subject to no Change; of a Constant incorruptible nature, 1 Pet. 1.4. Inconstancy is the name of this lower World, being made up of inconstant (incorruptible) natures:
3. It is a place Subject to no Change; of a Constant incorruptible nature, 1 Pet. 1.4. Inconstancy is the name of this lower World, being made up of inconstant (incorruptible) nature's:
The Materials, Principles and Composition of it, so framed and ordered as to be a stage of mutation, of continual Generation and Corruption, of perpetual Alteration;
The Materials, Principles and Composition of it, so framed and ordered as to be a stage of mutation, of continual Generation and Corruption, of perpetual Alteration;
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and the Elements th•mse•ves capable of being blended, disordered and dissolved, and thrown into an heap of Confusion, their Forms striving and conflict•ng on the common stage of the first matter,
and the Elements th•mse•ves capable of being blended, disordered and dissolved, and thrown into an heap of Confusion, their Forms striving and conflict•ng on the Common stage of the First matter,
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And hence this whole lower World is capable of final dissolution and d•solation, and being turned into a dismal Chaos - like condition (a fit place for Hell) the last day.
And hence this Whole lower World is capable of final dissolution and d•solation, and being turned into a dismal Chaos - like condition (a fit place for Hell) the last day.
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Hence also a fit place to lay up and enjoy an everlasting Portion in, Mat. 9.19, 20. there are causes of Corruption and Destruction (natural or violent, Intrinsecal or Extrins•cal) to every thing on Earth.
Hence also a fit place to lay up and enjoy an everlasting Portion in, Mathew 9.19, 20. there Are Causes of Corruption and Destruction (natural or violent, Intrinsical or Extrins•cal) to every thing on Earth.
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there are no Chinks, Clefts, Gaps, or Crevises in the Walls of it (for solidity or firmness, transparency (and) may stand together, Job 37.18.) it is impenetrable by the force of Created Nature.
there Are no Chinks, Clefts, Gaps, or Crevices in the Walls of it (for solidity or firmness, transparency (and) may stand together, Job 37.18.) it is impenetrable by the force of Created Nature.
It is like a Te•t or Tabernacle that stands on stakes thrust into the ground. But the third Heaven stands on strong unmoved foundations, Heb. 11.10. Being made and fitted, built by God to be the everlasting settled Rest and dwelling of the Blessed, Psal. 73.18. Isa. 22.23.
It is like a Te•t or Tabernacle that Stands on stakes thrust into the ground. But the third Heaven Stands on strong unmoved foundations, Hebrew 11.10. Being made and fitted, built by God to be the everlasting settled Rest and Dwelling of the Blessed, Psalm 73.18. Isaiah 22.23.
The Saints are men for a better Country, (even an Heavenly) for a better place, Heb. 11.16. a place of rest (immutable rest and peace) instead of a place of change and motion.
The Saints Are men for a better Country, (even an Heavenly) for a better place, Hebrew 11.16. a place of rest (immutable rest and peace) instead of a place of change and motion.
Will you be crouded into a Nook (a Corner) of the earth for your Portion, (which will one day prove no better than a Nook of Hell) when you might have a lot in those Spacious Mansions above:
Will you be crowded into a Nook (a Corner) of the earth for your Portion, (which will one day prove no better than a Nook of Hell) when you might have a lot in those Spacious Mansions above:
What a point, a Punctillio is the Earth if you had it all? The Saints have greater portions, a lot above greater than it all, which should make them of great Spirits, able to despise this little inconsiderable lower World.
What a point, a Punctilio is the Earth if you had it all? The Saints have greater portions, a lot above greater than it all, which should make them of great Spirits, able to despise this little inconsiderable lower World.
Oh foolish and low-spirited Sons of men, that are scuffling and contending for and about this point of the Earth (the Earth beneath) like to meer Ants and Pismires crawling on this dust,
O foolish and low-spirited Sons of men, that Are scuffling and contending for and about this point of the Earth (the Earth beneath) like to mere Aunts and Pismires crawling on this dust,
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But if there be a Fathers house, an Inheritance undefiled, &c. then men are not come to themselves, they are under Spiritual madness that content themselves with Earth and the Husks thereof ▪ and seek not a Lot and Portion in Heaven,
But if there be a Father's house, an Inheritance undefiled, etc. then men Are not come to themselves, they Are under Spiritual madness that content themselves with Earth and the Husks thereof ▪ and seek not a Lot and Portion in Heaven,
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2. The Duration or Continuance of it, viz. That it is Eternal or Everl•sting. It is Eternal Glory in the Text, so 2 Cor 5.1. Heb. •. 15. Mat. 24.46. Psal. 16.11.
2. The Duration or Continuance of it, viz. That it is Eternal or Everl•sting. It is Eternal Glory in the Text, so 2 Cor 5.1. Hebrew •. 15. Mathew 24.46. Psalm 16.11.
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It shall at no time be discontinued, broken off, interrupted, intermitted, but a permanent Glory, alwayes fresh and green, without fading or declining, 1 Pet. 1.4. not suffering any winter or fall of Lease, but in a perpetual Spring.
It shall At no time be discontinued, broken off, interrupted, intermitted, but a permanent Glory, always fresh and green, without fading or declining, 1 Pet. 1.4. not suffering any winter or fallen of Lease, but in a perpetual Spring.
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yet the habit and spirit thereof abides still.) But the Glorious Heavenly, •weet, pleasant Acts of Grace are perpetual, Psal. 16.11. Pleasure is from the pleasant actual fruition of good;
yet the habit and Spirit thereof abides still.) But the Glorious Heavenly, •weet, pleasant Acts of Grace Are perpetual, Psalm 16.11. Pleasure is from the pleasant actual fruition of good;
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and those Pleasures there are for evermore: What is here tasted in an Ordinance ( Psal. 36.8. and 65.4.) is there perpetual, and that in fulness; so, Mat. 18.10. the Beatifical Vision, (or Communion, or Fruition, those are but the same thing in divers words) is never interrupted.
and those Pleasures there Are for evermore: What is Here tasted in an Ordinance (Psalm 36.8. and 65.4.) is there perpetual, and that in fullness; so, Mathew 18.10. the Beatifical Vision, (or Communion, or Fruition, those Are but the same thing in diverse words) is never interrupted.
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Heaven is a day without night, a Summer without a Winter, a Flood without an Ebb, a Morning without Clouds, a blissful Communion with God without Interruption.
Heaven is a day without night, a Summer without a Winter, a Flood without an Ebb, a Morning without Clouds, a blissful Communion with God without Interruption.
Variety of exercise there may be in Heaven, and variety of truths, and Acts, and Contemplations the Saints may be busied about (for they cannot take in all at once) but all serving to continue and carry on their fruition of God,
Variety of exercise there may be in Heaven, and variety of truths, and Acts, and Contemplations the Saints may be busied about (for they cannot take in all At once) but all serving to continue and carry on their fruition of God,
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The length of time that we have or hope to have in any thing, adds unspeakably to the sweetness and Comfort of it, Luk. 12.19. The Worldling feigns to himself a kind of Eternity in his Possessions and Enjoyments, else he could not look at himself so happy as he does, Psal. 39.11.
The length of time that we have or hope to have in any thing, adds unspeakably to the sweetness and Comfort of it, Luk. 12.19. The Worldling feigns to himself a kind of Eternity in his Possessions and Enjoyments, Else he could not look At himself so happy as he does, Psalm 39.11.
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Ʋse 1. Hence see how infinitely Heaven's Glory weighs down, out-bids and outmatches all this present World, both the good things, and the evil things thereof.
Ʋse 1. Hence see how infinitely Heaven's Glory weighs down, outbids and outmatches all this present World, both the good things, and the evil things thereof.
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Pleasures, but no Eternal Pleasures, Heb. 11.25, 26 Honour and Greatness, but no Eternal Honour, Psal. 49.12 It is a poor Glory that this world hath, not worth the name of Glory;
Pleasures, but no Eternal Pleasures, Hebrew 11.25, 26 Honour and Greatness, but no Eternal Honour, Psalm 49.12 It is a poor Glory that this world hath, not worth the name of Glory;
it is but a paint, a fashion that passeth away, 1 Cor. 7.31. though called Glory by sensual Worldlings, Genes 31.1. These momentary fading things, what are they to Eternal Glory? Oh foolish and unwise are they that fell Heaven for Earth, Eternal Glory for present contentments:
it is but a paint, a fashion that passes away, 1 Cor. 7.31. though called Glory by sensual Worldlings, Genesis 31.1. These momentary fading things, what Are they to Eternal Glory? O foolish and unwise Are they that fell Heaven for Earth, Eternal Glory for present contentment's:
That will rather leave Treasures in Heaven, than leave and forsake those things, Mark 10.21, 22. the greatest Possessions here are not great, (no great matter, a trifle, a nothing, a shadow) compar'd with Treasure in Heaven, Luk. 16.10, 11, 12. 2. The evil things, the Sufferings, Troubles, Tribulations of the World, that lye in the way to Heaven;
That will rather leave Treasures in Heaven, than leave and forsake those things, Mark 10.21, 22. the greatest Possessions Here Are not great, (no great matter, a trifle, a nothing, a shadow) compared with Treasure in Heaven, Luk. 16.10, 11, 12. 2. The evil things, the Sufferings, Troubles, Tribulations of the World, that lie in the Way to Heaven;
and that the World does or can bring upon the faithful, they are small matters compar'd with the Glory that they are passing to, Rom. 8.18. for these Sufferings are but for a little while, but that Glory that follows is Eternal, 1 Pet. 5.10. so 2 Cor. 4.17. who would stick at a few moments trouble and travel, to go unto Eternal Rest and Glory.
and that the World does or can bring upon the faithful, they Are small matters compared with the Glory that they Are passing to, Rom. 8.18. for these Sufferings Are but for a little while, but that Glory that follows is Eternal, 1 Pet. 5.10. so 2 Cor. 4.17. who would stick At a few moments trouble and travel, to go unto Eternal Rest and Glory.
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If God call you to travel for Heaven through a few paces of troublesome and dirty way, through a few dayes of trouble and tryal ( Revel. 2.10.) Is it not a shame to boggle at this,
If God call you to travel for Heaven through a few paces of troublesome and dirty Way, through a few days of trouble and trial (Revel. 2.10.) Is it not a shame to boggle At this,
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The Scriptures have told us before-hand of Sufferings and Tryals, and therefore it should be no strange thing to meet with them.) But it hath also told us,
The Scriptures have told us beforehand of Sufferings and Trials, and Therefore it should be no strange thing to meet with them.) But it hath also told us,
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and set before us the Glory that shall follow, this should swallow up the other, and make us endure them easily, Hebr. 12.2. and 11.26. 2. Hence it is, that that is worth looking and seeking after, bending all our desires and endeavours to obtain, viz. the Happiness and Glory of Heaven;
and Set before us the Glory that shall follow, this should swallow up the other, and make us endure them Easily, Hebrew 12.2. and 11.26. 2. Hence it is, that that is worth looking and seeking After, bending all our Desires and endeavours to obtain, viz. the Happiness and Glory of Heaven;
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for it is Eternal, and 2 Cor. 4.18. Eternal things should be the things we look at and after, as our scope (as the word is) our aime, mark and designe.
for it is Eternal, and 2 Cor. 4.18. Eternal things should be the things we look At and After, as our scope (as the word is) our aim, mark and Design.
To lay out our selves about Temporal things, and make them our maine business is a great folly, Prov. 23.5. Psal. 39.6. Men are busie about this and that, (about many things) but there is but one great business, ( Luk. 10.41, 42.) to provide for Eternity;
To lay out our selves about Temporal things, and make them our main business is a great folly, Curae 23.5. Psalm 39.6. Men Are busy about this and that, (about many things) but there is but one great business, (Luk. 10.41, 42.) to provide for Eternity;
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For Eternal Glory and Salvation is a great matter, a great object, we had not need be slight or negligent about such a thing, about a business of Eternal Concernment.
For Eternal Glory and Salvation is a great matter, a great Object, we had not need be slight or negligent about such a thing, about a business of Eternal Concernment.
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It is said of Zerxes, that Elegant Painter, when asked why he spent so much time and labour about what he did, (when others turned off their work apace) that he answered, Ego propter Etermitatem pingo. I paint for Eternity;
It is said of Xerxes, that Elegant Painter, when asked why he spent so much time and labour about what he did, (when Others turned off their work apace) that he answered, Ego propter Etermitatem pingo. I paint for Eternity;
and therefore we had need be more intense and exact, when as we pray for Eternity, (ask Eternal life of God,) hear for Eternity; follow God for Eternity;
and Therefore we had need be more intense and exact, when as we pray for Eternity, (ask Eternal life of God,) hear for Eternity; follow God for Eternity;
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How Serious, Hearty, Affectionate, Fervent, Intense should those Prayers, Duties, Comings be? Why that is that we are seeking after, (if in earnest) to lay hold on Eternal Life. (1 Tim. 6.12, 19.) Oh with what fear and trembling, care and diligence, should we pursue that business? Come not slightly to Christ, in a negligent careless manner,
How Serious, Hearty, Affectionate, Fervent, Intense should those Prayers, Duties, Comings be? Why that is that we Are seeking After, (if in earnest) to lay hold on Eternal Life. (1 Tim. 6.12, 19.) O with what Fear and trembling, care and diligence, should we pursue that business? Come not slightly to christ, in a negligent careless manner,
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or with a piece of thy Heart when thou comest for Eternal Life, &c. The Salvation Christ holds forth, and calls to attend unto, and come and follow him for, is Great Salvation; for it is Eternal Salvation.
or with a piece of thy Heart when thou Comest for Eternal Life, etc. The Salvation christ holds forth, and calls to attend unto, and come and follow him for, is Great Salvation; for it is Eternal Salvation.
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Oh with what an humble Heartiness, Affection, Seriousness, Thankfulness, whole heart should a poor sinner come and look to Christ, imbrace and cling to him, hang on him for deliverance from Eternal Death,
O with what an humble Heartiness, Affection, Seriousness, Thankfulness, Whole heart should a poor sinner come and look to christ, embrace and cling to him, hang on him for deliverance from Eternal Death,
SERMON IV. 3. IT follows to consider of the degrees of this future Glory as it is enjoyed. 1. In Soul after Death, 2. Both in Soul and Body, at and after the Resurrection and last Judgement.
SERMON IV. 3. IT follows to Consider of the Degrees of this future Glory as it is enjoyed. 1. In Soul After Death, 2. Both in Soul and Body, At and After the Resurrection and last Judgement.
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In the former state, the Saints have a more incompleat (though sweet and excellent) in the latter a more compleat, full and perfect enjoyment of this Glory.
In the former state, the Saints have a more incomplete (though sweet and excellent) in the latter a more complete, full and perfect enjoyment of this Glory.
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Though that seems to be a truth, that as we see there are diss•ring degrees of Grace and Holiness here, (and God distributes more eminent Gifts and Graces to one than to another, not withstanding that the Imputation of Righteousness in Justification be equal to all,) so there will be in Glory hereafter.
Though that seems to be a truth, that as we see there Are diss•ring Degrees of Grace and Holiness Here, (and God distributes more eminent Gifts and Graces to one than to Another, not withstanding that the Imputation of Righteousness in Justification be equal to all,) so there will be in Glory hereafter.
Every one shall not have such a Crown as Paul, to whom the Fruits of his Ministry will then add to his Crown and rejoycing, 1 Thes. 2.19. nor be set next to Christ as some shall be, Mat. 20.23. there will not want order in the Heavenly Mansions, nor variety mixed with Identity, wherein the Lord delights, viz. Calvin Instit. lib. 3. cap. 25. Sect. 10. and in Mat. 13.43. and 20.1, - 16. Bucan. Loc. com.
Every one shall not have such a Crown as Paul, to whom the Fruits of his Ministry will then add to his Crown and rejoicing, 1 Thebes 2.19. nor be Set next to christ as Some shall be, Mathew 20.23. there will not want order in the Heavenly Mansions, nor variety mixed with Identity, wherein the Lord delights, viz. calvin Institutio lib. 3. cap. 25. Sect. 10. and in Mathew 13.43. and 20.1, - 16. Bucan. Loc. come.
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pag. 446. Leigh's Body Divinity pag. 872. But only somewhat of the Glory of the Saints in those two ••ates, the state of the Soul in its separation from the Body after their re-union, which all the Saints that die do pass through. Here
page. 446. Leigh's Body Divinity page. 872. But only somewhat of the Glory of the Saints in those two ••ates, the state of the Soul in its separation from the Body After their reunion, which all the Saints that die do pass through. Here
The substance whereof they do enjoy in as perfect a degree (or in as full a measure) as the Soul in its separate state is capable of, (though there is a further degree and fulness of Glory reserved for the whole man upon re-union of the Soul and Body, of which afterward) the Soul of a Saint is presently Glorified after death, though the Body be not.
The substance whereof they do enjoy in as perfect a degree (or in as full a measure) as the Soul in its separate state is capable of, (though there is a further degree and fullness of Glory reserved for the Whole man upon reunion of the Soul and Body, of which afterwards) the Soul of a Saint is presently Glorified After death, though the Body be not.
from henceforth, from this time, from the time of their death, and so on forward they are in blessedness and rest, no fear of passing through paines of Purgatory for a time,
from henceforth, from this time, from the time of their death, and so on forward they Are in blessedness and rest, no Fear of passing through pains of Purgatory for a time,
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1. They are at Death immediatly made perfect in Grace and Holiness, Heb. 12.23. perfectly freed from all sin, and endued with all heavenly perfection of mind and will;
1. They Are At Death immediately made perfect in Grace and Holiness, Hebrew 12.23. perfectly freed from all since, and endued with all heavenly perfection of mind and will;
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No sooner departed, and the union of the Soul and Body dissolved by death, but he in his Soul is with Christ, 2 Cor. 5 6, 8. as soon as absent from the body, (and that is the Soul departed, that is absent from the Body,
No sooner departed, and the Union of the Soul and Body dissolved by death, but he in his Soul is with christ, 2 Cor. 5 6, 8. as soon as absent from the body, (and that is the Soul departed, that is absent from the Body,
When Stephen falls asleep by death, the Lord Jesus receiveth his Spirit or Soul, Act. 7.59. so Psal. 49.15. Eccles. 12.7. 3. The Soul departed, enjoyes in some way and some degree, the Company and Communion of other Souls and Spirits of the Blessed, Heb. 12.23. The Soul of Lazarus is with Abraham, and so with all the Saints, the Children of Abraham that are departed this Life, Luk. 16.22. Mat. 8.11, The Souls or Spirits of Isaac and Jacob are gathered to their people, Genes. 35.29. and 49.33. 4. It is carried up by the Angels into the third Heaven, there to be with Christ untill his second coming, Luk. 16.22. with Mat. 8 11. Luk. 23.43. i. e. in his Soul, for his Body was detained here on the Earth, and thrown into the Grave:
When Stephen falls asleep by death, the Lord jesus receives his Spirit or Soul, Act. 7.59. so Psalm 49.15. Eccles. 12.7. 3. The Soul departed, enjoys in Some Way and Some degree, the Company and Communion of other Souls and Spirits of the Blessed, Hebrew 12.23. The Soul of Lazarus is with Abraham, and so with all the Saints, the Children of Abraham that Are departed this Life, Luk. 16.22. Mathew 8.11, The Souls or Spirits of Isaac and Jacob Are gathered to their people, Genesis. 35.29. and 49.33. 4. It is carried up by the Angels into the third Heaven, there to be with christ until his second coming, Luk. 16.22. with Mathew 8 11. Luk. 23.43. i. e. in his Soul, for his Body was detained Here on the Earth, and thrown into the Grave:
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By Paradise is meant the third Heaven, 2 Cor. 12.2. with ver. 4. so 2 Cor. 5.1, 2. When the Soul goes out of the Tabernacle of this frail Body, it enters into the Heavenly house that is Eternal:
By Paradise is meant the third Heaven, 2 Cor. 12.2. with for. 4. so 2 Cor. 5.1, 2. When the Soul Goes out of the Tabernacle of this frail Body, it enters into the Heavenly house that is Eternal:
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The Soul of a Saint being departed out of the Body is with Christ, Philip. 1.23. and Christ is in Heaven, and there continues till his second coming, 1 Pet. 3.22. Act. 3.12.
The Soul of a Saint being departed out of the Body is with christ, Philip. 1.23. and christ is in Heaven, and there continues till his second coming, 1 Pet. 3.22. Act. 3.12.
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Hence the Soul of a Saint, of the Saint departed, hath the knowledge and actual active fruition of its own Blessedness [ is comforted and rejoyced therein,
Hence the Soul of a Saint, of the Saint departed, hath the knowledge and actual active fruition of its own Blessedness [ is comforted and rejoiced therein,
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for which it waits and longs, Rom. 8.23. till it be accomplished it is waited for, Psal. 16.9. Rev. 6.9, 10, 11. According to most Interpreters ( vid. Parens, Dutch Diodate in Loc. Calvin opusc. pag. 460. Bucan Loc. Com. pag. 447.) in that Text is held forth that the Souls of the Saints departed, being at present clothed with Robes of Glory, do long for their consummate felicity in the full Redemption of the Church, &c. which shall be at the last Judgement.
for which it waits and longs, Rom. 8.23. till it be accomplished it is waited for, Psalm 16.9. Rev. 6.9, 10, 11. According to most Interpreters (vid. Parents, Dutch Diodate in Loc. calvin Opuscule. page. 460. Bucan Loc. Come page. 447.) in that Text is held forth that the Souls of the Saints departed, being At present clothed with Robes of Glory, do long for their consummate felicity in the full Redemption of the Church, etc. which shall be At the last Judgement.
and Paul in 2 Cor. 12.1. - 4. for a little (see Mr. Norton 's Orthodox Evang. pag. 339.341. wherein the Soul abstracted from use of bodily helps and Organs, had a more immediate visional Contemplation of Objects presented) that and more then that, doth the Soul departed enjoy (even a perpetual Vision of God and fruition of the Joyes of Heaven without the Body) from Death to the Resurrection.
and Paul in 2 Cor. 12.1. - 4. for a little (see Mr. Norton is Orthodox Evangelist page. 339.341. wherein the Soul abstracted from use of bodily helps and Organs, had a more immediate visional Contemplation of Objects presented) that and more then that, does the Soul departed enjoy (even a perpetual Vision of God and fruition of the Joys of Heaven without the Body) from Death to the Resurrection.
That conceit that some have had of the Souls sleeping (or being in an unsensible unactive condition, without the exercise of understanding, memory or affections) till the Resurrection;
That conceit that Some have had of the Souls sleeping (or being in an unsensible unactive condition, without the exercise of understanding, memory or affections) till the Resurrection;
is fond and foolish, and contrary to the plain Testimonies of Scripture before cited (which hold forth an actual enjoyment of Glory and Glorious Communion with God immediatly after Death) as Well as to the nature of the Soul:
is found and foolish, and contrary to the plain Testimonies of Scripture before cited (which hold forth an actual enjoyment of Glory and Glorious Communion with God immediately After Death) as Well as to the nature of the Soul:
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There is a present object of Glory before them, a Joy immediatly to be enjoyed, set before them, which may make them cheerfully pass into it through the dark entry of Death.
There is a present Object of Glory before them, a Joy immediately to be enjoyed, Set before them, which may make them cheerfully pass into it through the dark entry of Death.
Though there be a Land and Grave of darkness for the Body (which yet is sweetned by the Burial of Christ) yet an Inheritance of the Saints •n light, which the Soul shall presently pass into;
Though there be a Land and Grave of darkness for the Body (which yet is sweetened by the Burial of christ) yet an Inheritance of the Saints •n Light, which the Soul shall presently pass into;
this is that that over-ballances Death and absence from the Body, leaving the World, even the presence of the Lord ▪ being with Christ which is best of all.
this is that that overbalances Death and absence from the Body, leaving the World, even the presence of the Lord ▪ being with christ which is best of all.
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This should make us willing to leave the Body, 2 Cor. 5.8. leave the old Crazy Rotten-house of the Body, to go into the new building, and into the bosome of Christ into Heaven, 2 Cor. 5.1, - 4. And this is presently to be enjoyed, you shall presently be with Christ when you leave this Body;
This should make us willing to leave the Body, 2 Cor. 5.8. leave the old Crazy Rotten-house of the Body, to go into the new building, and into the bosom of christ into Heaven, 2 Cor. 5.1, - 4. And this is presently to be enjoyed, you shall presently be with christ when you leave this Body;
things remote affect not so much; but this is near and just before you; as Christ comforted them with that [ this day ] Luk. 23.43. The day of your dying, is the day of your living in Paradise, in Glory:
things remote affect not so much; but this is near and just before you; as christ comforted them with that [ this day ] Luk. 23.43. The day of your dying, is the day of your living in Paradise, in Glory:
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Going to the Grave and going to Heaven, they go together to the Faithtful (inseparably together) and there is more Comfort in the latter, than discomfort in the former:
Going to the Grave and going to Heaven, they go together to the Faithtful (inseparably together) and there is more Comfort in the latter, than discomfort in the former:
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The same step whereby you leave the World, you go to the Father, as Joh. 16.28. You no sooner depart hence, but you are with Christ, Philip. 1.23. are gathered to him, (and that Blessed company and people that are with him, Genes. 35.29.
The same step whereby you leave the World, you go to the Father, as John 16.28. You no sooner depart hence, but you Are with christ, Philip. 1.23. Are gathered to him, (and that Blessed company and people that Are with him, Genesis. 35.29.
2. Now consider what further Glory shall be added to the Saints (for the full compleating and Consummation of their Glory and Happiness) at and after the Resurrection upon the re-union of the Soul and Body.
2. Now Consider what further Glory shall be added to the Saints (for the full completing and Consummation of their Glory and Happiness) At and After the Resurrection upon the reunion of the Soul and Body.
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This compleatness of Glory (and so the Accession or addition to what they had before) at and after the Resurrection, we may take up in several particulars.
This completeness of Glory (and so the Accession or addition to what they had before) At and After the Resurrection, we may take up in several particulars.
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yet Death hangs and abides upon the Body, and so upon the person, and continues to make up a separation between those two, Soul and Body, (which had it not been for sin, should never have been parted) untill it be raised,
yet Death hangs and abides upon the Body, and so upon the person, and continues to make up a separation between those two, Soul and Body, (which had it not been for since, should never have been parted) until it be raised,
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While the Body is turned into, and abides in its dust, there is somewhat of its Ancient Curse remaining, Genes. 3.19. It hath some hold of them while the Grave holds the Body:
While the Body is turned into, and abides in its dust, there is somewhat of its Ancient Curse remaining, Genesis. 3.19. It hath Some hold of them while the Grave holds the Body:
Hence when Christ tells us of a full Life that he will give us, he tells us of the Resurrection, Joh. 6.40, 54. He hath not finisht his quickning work (his work of giving life) till then.
Hence when christ tells us of a full Life that he will give us, he tells us of the Resurrection, John 6.40, 54. He hath not finished his quickening work (his work of giving life) till then.
But now the Body shall not only be raised up and live, and so be freed from death, (as before) but also be carried and adorned with Glory, Honour, Beauty and Excellency unspeakable;
But now the Body shall not only be raised up and live, and so be freed from death, (as before) but also be carried and adorned with Glory, Honour, Beauty and Excellency unspeakable;
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And this will increase the Joy of the Soul, (the Glory of the Body will be an addition to the Joy of the Soul) and so the Happiness and Glory of the Soul considered extensively ( i. e. in its relation to, and participation with the Body, rejoycing in its Joy, &c. ) will be greater after the Resurrection than it was before,
And this will increase the Joy of the Soul, (the Glory of the Body will be an addition to the Joy of the Soul) and so the Happiness and Glory of the Soul considered extensively (i. e. in its Relation to, and participation with the Body, rejoicing in its Joy, etc.) will be greater After the Resurrection than it was before,
though considered intensively, and intrinsically ( viz. as to the Essential Happiness of the Soul, that consists in its vision and fruition of God) so it is the same before and after the Resurrection.
though considered intensively, and intrinsically (viz. as to the Essential Happiness of the Soul, that consists in its vision and fruition of God) so it is the same before and After the Resurrection.
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Though the Soul be Glorified (and so the man in regard of that part) yet properly the person is not till both Soul and Body be, so Joh. 7.39. not Glorified because his Manhood was not.
Though the Soul be Glorified (and so the man in regard of that part) yet properly the person is not till both Soul and Body be, so John 7.39. not Glorified Because his Manhood was not.
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So Mat. 22.31, 32. Abraham properly ( i. e. the person of Abraham ) does not enjoy God and the good of the Covenant, (Eternal Life) unless his Body be raised:
So Mathew 22.31, 32. Abraham properly (i. e. the person of Abraham) does not enjoy God and the good of the Covenant, (Eternal Life) unless his Body be raised:
hence it is incompleat and imperfect without it, (it hath not its perfect and compleat manner of subsisting in its separate estate) hence it desireth and longeth after re-union with the Body,
hence it is incomplete and imperfect without it, (it hath not its perfect and complete manner of subsisting in its separate estate) hence it Desires and Longeth After reunion with the Body,
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and by re-union it receives, though not any Essential, yet an Integral perfection. And as the parting of these two old friends, was sorrowful, and contrary to nature,
and by reunion it receives, though not any Essential, yet an Integral perfection. And as the parting of these two old Friends, was sorrowful, and contrary to nature,
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This is now attained, and now it is come to its full rest. 2. There is now henceforth (from the Resurrection and so on to all Eternity) an actual plenary enjoyment of Glory and Happiness by the whole man in both the parts of Soul and Body.
This is now attained, and now it is come to its full rest. 2. There is now henceforth (from the Resurrection and so on to all Eternity) an actual plenary enjoyment of Glory and Happiness by the Whole man in both the parts of Soul and Body.
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With and through Bodily senses act upon, and take in the Glory of Heavenly objects, Christ and the Saints, &c. this is a great Addition to what was before. 4. There shall then be a manifestation of the Glory of the Saints unto the whole World:
With and through Bodily Senses act upon, and take in the Glory of Heavenly objects, christ and the Saints, etc. this is a great Addition to what was before. 4. There shall then be a manifestation of the Glory of the Saints unto the Whole World:
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The Glory that the Saints have on Earth, and also that which they have now in Heaven in their Souls, it is a secret and hidden thing from the World, (they go up and down the World now under a mean outside,
The Glory that the Saints have on Earth, and also that which they have now in Heaven in their Souls, it is a secret and hidden thing from the World, (they go up and down the World now under a mean outside,
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Now the Saints have only concealed Glory, (hidden under a cloud of sufferings, under the Image of the Earthly Adam, which go to the Grave with them) but then revealed not only to them in a word and promise,
Now the Saints have only concealed Glory, (hidden under a cloud of sufferings, under the Image of the Earthly Adam, which go to the Grave with them) but then revealed not only to them in a word and promise,
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but in, and upon them in real and visible accomplishment, 1 Joh. 3.1, 2. Colos. 3.3, 4. Neither Christ nor Christians do now appear to a blind World as they be, but then they shall;
but in, and upon them in real and visible accomplishment, 1 John 3.1, 2. Colos 3.3, 4. Neither christ nor Christians do now appear to a blind World as they be, but then they shall;
then their Glory shall be made manifest unto all. So 2 Thes. 1.10. Vid. Dutch Annot. Consider a little here. 1. To whom. 2. Of what this manifestation shall then be.
then their Glory shall be made manifest unto all. So 2 Thebes 1.10. Vid. Dutch Annot Consider a little Here. 1. To whom. 2. Of what this manifestation shall then be.
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and at the right hand of Christ at the great day, and see them finding Mercy of the Lord at that day, as 2 Tim. 1.18. when the Parents shall meet the Children, and the Friend his Friends, Brethren and gracious Acquaintance there among the sheep at Christs Right hand.
and At the right hand of christ At the great day, and see them finding Mercy of the Lord At that day, as 2 Tim. 1.18. when the Parents shall meet the Children, and the Friend his Friends, Brothers and gracious Acquaintance there among the sheep At Christ Right hand.
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and behold the Graces, and Gracious Actings of the Faithful (their Brethren in Christ) and all the Gracious dealings of God with them, the whole progress of his Love from first to last, laid open then, in that Revelation-day, the day of Judgement, 1 Cor. 4.5. this will endear them each to other. 2. To all the wicked and Reprobates, both Men and Devils:
and behold the Graces, and Gracious Actings of the Faithful (their Brothers in christ) and all the Gracious dealings of God with them, the Whole progress of his Love from First to last, laid open then, in that revelation-day, the day of Judgement, 1 Cor. 4.5. this will endear them each to other. 2. To all the wicked and Reprobates, both Men and Devils:
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To those that have despised, opposed, Reproached, Scorned, Persecuted, Insulted over them here. As it was said of Christ when Judged, Abused and Despitefully used, Mat. 26.64.
To those that have despised, opposed, Reproached, Scorned, Persecuted, Insulted over them Here. As it was said of christ when Judged, Abused and Despitefully used, Mathew 26.64.
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They that here counted them mad-men, Fanatical, Frantick, Conceited, Humoursom, Foolish Creatures shall then see that they made the wisest choice, &c. They did not so much despise them now,
They that Here counted them madmen, Fanatical, Frantic, Conceited, Humoursome, Foolish Creatures shall then see that they made the Wisest choice, etc. They did not so much despise them now,
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1. Their Graces and good Works, the service they have done for God, both in doing and suffering, Eccles. 12.14. The good works of the Godly, as well as the evil Works of the wicked, shall then be laid open, 1 Cor. 4.5. i. e. Every good man for what is good, so 1 Pet. 1.7.
1. Their Graces and good Works, the service they have done for God, both in doing and suffering, Eccles. 12.14. The good works of the Godly, as well as the evil Works of the wicked, shall then be laid open, 1 Cor. 4.5. i. e. Every good man for what is good, so 1 Pet. 1.7.
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A tryed Faith that hath held out through many tryalls, shall then be held up before the World and Commended (Praised, Honoured) by the Lord Jesus, which will not be so much the Commendation of themselves,
A tried Faith that hath held out through many trials, shall then be held up before the World and Commended (Praised, Honoured) by the Lord jesus, which will not be so much the Commendation of themselves,
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even such as themselves can hardly tell how to own: He will own them, and speak of them before all the World, Mat. 25.35. - 40. though they be poor things in themselves, and as from them;
even such as themselves can hardly tell how to own: He will own them, and speak of them before all the World, Mathew 25.35. - 40. though they be poor things in themselves, and as from them;
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He will say, these are they that have continued with me in my Temptations, ( Luk. 22.28.) that have preferred a good Conscience before all Riches and Honours;
He will say, these Are they that have continued with me in my Temptations, (Luk. 22.28.) that have preferred a good Conscience before all Riches and Honours;
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and will then actually and fully put upon them, 2 Tim. 4 8. a Crown of Righteousness, i. e. which the Righteous and Faithful God, according to his Gracious Promises made to his own Grace in us,
and will then actually and Fully put upon them, 2 Tim. 4 8. a Crown of Righteousness, i. e. which the Righteous and Faithful God, according to his Gracious Promises made to his own Grace in us,
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they are now Princes and Kings unto God by Title, &c. But then they shall be brought forth and Crowned before all the World, Actually installed into their Kingdom,
they Are now Princes and Kings unto God by Title, etc. But then they shall be brought forth and Crowned before all the World, Actually installed into their Kingdom,
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3. This Love of God and Christ to them in all this, in all his wonderful works of Grace, (of wisdom power and goodness) in all he hath done in and for them, in Electing, Calling, Justifying, Adopting, Sanctifying, preserving and keeping,
3. This Love of God and christ to them in all this, in all his wondered works of Grace, (of Wisdom power and Goodness) in all he hath done in and for them, in Electing, Calling, Justifying, Adopting, Sanctifying, preserving and keeping,
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The whole Chain and Circle of his Love, all the wonders of Mercy and Grace wherein he hath abounded toward his Saints, shall then be revealed and discovered, 1 Joh. 3.1, 2. 2 Thes. 1.10. The Glory of the Saints shall be so revealed, as may Glorify God and make him admirable in all he hath done in and for them, ver. 11, 12. As God will then reveal;
The Whole Chain and Circle of his Love, all the wonders of Mercy and Grace wherein he hath abounded towards his Saints, shall then be revealed and discovered, 1 John 3.1, 2. 2 Thebes 1.10. The Glory of the Saints shall be so revealed, as may glorify God and make him admirable in all he hath done in and for them, ver. 11, 12. As God will then reveal;
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The whole Mystery of Grace will be then unfolded in the Glory of it, and to the Glory and Praise of God, which as it is the last end of all Gods Dispensations toward the Elect, Ephes. 1.2.
The Whole Mystery of Grace will be then unfolded in the Glory of it, and to the Glory and Praise of God, which as it is the last end of all God's Dispensations towards the Elect, Ephesians 1.2.
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the benefit of the compleat and final pardon of all their sins, and this opened in its Glory, what refreshment and joy will it be, Act. 3.19. the like may be said of all the rest.
the benefit of the complete and final pardon of all their Sins, and this opened in its Glory, what refreshment and joy will it be, Act. 3.19. the like may be said of all the rest.
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while they seemed to be the underlings of the world, under Poverty and Persecution) and this shall plainly appear and be seen in the morning of the Resurrection.
while they seemed to be the underlings of the world, under Poverty and Persecution) and this shall plainly appear and be seen in the morning of the Resurrection.
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Then will that plainly appear that the Elder shall serve the Younger Gen. 25.23. The Esau 's of the World, the great Doers and Busslers and mighty Hunters therein, shall come behind the younger Brother;
Then will that plainly appear that the Elder shall serve the Younger Gen. 25.23. The Esau is of the World, the great Doers and Busslers and mighty Hunters therein, shall come behind the younger Brother;
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the plain men that dwell in Tents, the pious and Godly, though never so poor and mean and despicable in the World, whose out-side promises not so much.
the plain men that dwell in Tents, the pious and Godly, though never so poor and mean and despicable in the World, whose outside promises not so much.
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And Princes (the Children of the King of Kings, the Heirs of Heaven) walking as Servants upon the Earth, Eccles. 10.7 ▪ 6. But then all things shall be set to rights and put in their places,
And Princes (the Children of the King of Kings, the Heirs of Heaven) walking as Servants upon the Earth, Eccles. 10.7 ▪ 6. But then all things shall be Set to rights and put in their places,
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then these Princes shall be on Thrones of Glory, Luk 22.30. 1 Cor. 6.2, 3. And the wicked (how high soever they have been here) below at the Ba•, filled with shame and horrour.
then these Princes shall be on Thrones of Glory, Luk 22.30. 1 Cor. 6.2, 3. And the wicked (how high soever they have been Here) below At the Ba•, filled with shame and horror.
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Piety and Godliness shall then be honoured and advanced however it is despised now: And the poor if Pious, shall have the Crown, Jam. 2.5, and 1.12. that will then appear, Prov. 28.6.
Piety and Godliness shall then be honoured and advanced however it is despised now: And the poor if Pious, shall have the Crown, Jam. 2.5, and 1.12. that will then appear, Curae 28.6.
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Yea, and then the righteous Cause of the Lords people shall be judged, owned and maintained, which will tend to their Glory who have oft been condemned unjustly in this World, as Christ himself was.
Yea, and then the righteous Cause of the lords people shall be judged, owned and maintained, which will tend to their Glory who have oft been condemned unjustly in this World, as christ himself was.
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That Judgment-seat of Christ Jesus hath been oft appealed to by Martyrs and Sufferers, and he will then receive those Appeals, and judge them righteously;
That Judgment seat of christ jesus hath been oft appealed to by Martyrs and Sufferers, and he will then receive those Appeals, and judge them righteously;
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Devils shall then receive their doom and punishment for all their wicked molestations of the Saints and oppositions of Christs Kingdom in one way or other;
Devils shall then receive their doom and punishment for all their wicked molestations of the Saints and oppositions of Christ Kingdom in one Way or other;
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And this manifestation of the Sons of God, is that which the whole Creation and all the works of Providence are in Travel for, Rom. 8.19. - 22, 23. The Glory of the Sons of God is formed and prepared in the womb of Providence now;
And this manifestation of the Sons of God, is that which the Whole Creation and all the works of Providence Are in Travel for, Rom. 8.19. - 22, 23. The Glory of the Sons of God is formed and prepared in the womb of Providence now;
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Thus of the Manifestation of the Saints Glory at the last day. Add we another consideration, shewing the Compleatness and Consummation of their Glory then.
Thus of the Manifestation of the Saints Glory At the last day. Add we Another consideration, showing the Completeness and Consummation of their Glory then.
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Christ will then represent his Kingdom and Body compleat and entire, every way come to its full growth and consistency ( Ephes. 4.13.) as it shall abide forever;
christ will then represent his Kingdom and Body complete and entire, every Way come to its full growth and consistency (Ephesians 4.13.) as it shall abide forever;
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and in that compleat Estate, he with the Father and the Spirit will Communicate himself thereto, in the most perfect and Glorious manner, as Heb. 11.40.
and in that complete Estate, he with the Father and the Spirit will Communicate himself thereto, in the most perfect and Glorious manner, as Hebrew 11.40.
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and what wonderful ravishing matter of Praising and Glorfying God, and what compleat comfort therein, which must needs raise up the Joy and Glory of the Saints unto the greatest height and highest possible perfection.
and what wondered ravishing matter of Praising and Glorifying God, and what complete Comfort therein, which must needs raise up the Joy and Glory of the Saints unto the greatest height and highest possible perfection.
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1. Be not stumbled or troubled and offended at the clouds of darkness; the mean outside and seeming ingloriousness and obscurity that is upon the people of God,
1. Be not stumbled or troubled and offended At the Clouds of darkness; the mean outside and seeming ingloriousness and obscurity that is upon the people of God,
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and dying, and Bodies turned to dust, as well to see them sweating under many affl•ctions and sorrows, lying among the pots, black with the soot of many troubles:
and dying, and Bodies turned to dust, as well to see them sweating under many affl•ctions and sorrows, lying among the pots, black with the soot of many Troubles:
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to see them on Thrones, whom you have sometimes seen in vile raiment, whom you would hardly deigne to look upon, will be the greater wonder and Glory t• him who lifts the poor out of the dust,
to see them on Thrones, whom you have sometime seen in vile raiment, whom you would hardly deign to look upon, will be the greater wonder and Glory t• him who lifts the poor out of the dust,
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but you shall one day see them in so much honour, as you will wish you had honoured them, (as the pious do, Psal. 15.4. how poor soever, does he fear the Lord, honour him highly? if you will not, Christ will honour him one day before men and Angels:
but you shall one day see them in so much honour, as you will wish you had honoured them, (as the pious doe, Psalm 15.4. how poor soever, does he Fear the Lord, honour him highly? if you will not, christ will honour him one day before men and Angels:
But he'l be ashamed of you, if you be ashamed of him, or of his Members and people now) Jam. 2.5, 6. And stumble not at Gods work because 'tis now wrapt in Clouds;
But He'll be ashamed of you, if you be ashamed of him, or of his Members and people now) Jam. 2.5, 6. And Stumble not At God's work Because it's now wrapped in Clouds;
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then when God shall bring forth his embroidered curious work compleat and finished, then it will and shall appear Beautiful and Glorious before all the World;
then when God shall bring forth his embroidered curious work complete and finished, then it will and shall appear Beautiful and Glorious before all the World;
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When all the confusions that are in the World shall Issue in goodly order, and every thread, every stitch appear to have been drawn by Art, (which now seem to go in and out, this way and that way,
When all the confusions that Are in the World shall Issue in goodly order, and every thread, every stitch appear to have been drawn by Art, (which now seem to go in and out, this Way and that Way,
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as if a Child should look upon a Curious Needle-woman at work on some piece, he would see little in it) how will God be admired, as Psal. 139.14, 15.16.
as if a Child should look upon a Curious Needle-woman At work on Some piece, he would see little in it) how will God be admired, as Psalm 139.14, 15.16.
so it is with all that work that is formed in the womb of Providence, in the time of this World, which in that great Revelation-day (the day of Judgment) that Birth-day of the manifested Glory of the Sons of God and of the work of God shall appear to have been most curiously wrought as with Needle-work,
so it is with all that work that is formed in the womb of Providence, in the time of this World, which in that great revelation-day (the day of Judgement) that Birthday of the manifested Glory of the Sons of God and of the work of God shall appear to have been most curiously wrought as with Needlework,
Ʋse. 2. Hence see that our Eyes and Hearts should be upon that day, that last and great day, the day of Redemption and Glory, of Resurrection and Judgment that is to come.
Ʋse. 2. Hence see that our Eyes and Hearts should be upon that day, that last and great day, the day of Redemption and Glory, of Resurrection and Judgement that is to come.
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But that is the day of God, the day of the Lord, 2 Pet. 3.12. 1 Cor. 5.5. 1 Thess. 5.2. Paul 's eye and heart was upon that day, 2 Tim. 1.12, 18. and 4.8. We are all for this day, this present time and present things, alas they are not to be mentioned to that day, Rom. 8.18. Oh make sure of being well on't at the last day;
But that is the day of God, the day of the Lord, 2 Pet. 3.12. 1 Cor. 5.5. 1 Thess 5.2. Paul is eye and heart was upon that day, 2 Tim. 1.12, 18. and 4.8. We Are all for this day, this present time and present things, alas they Are not to be mentioned to that day, Rom. 8.18. O make sure of being well oned At the last day;
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owned and confessed, and saved at that day, and you are well enough. There is a time to come, lay a good foundation for that, 1 Tim. 6.19. so carry it in this day as you may be owned in that:
owned and confessed, and saved At that day, and you Are well enough. There is a time to come, lay a good Foundation for that, 1 Tim. 6.19. so carry it in this day as you may be owned in that:
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and to his people then? Of Zeal for the Glory of God then? Of diligence in seeking God in Prayer and Meditation then? Will you not then wish you had made more wrestling and weeping instead of sleeping and wording Prayer? That you had hearkned diligently to Christ, &c. Oh now do as you would wish to have done then.
and to his people then? Of Zeal for the Glory of God then? Of diligence in seeking God in Prayer and Meditation then? Will you not then wish you had made more wrestling and weeping instead of sleeping and wording Prayer? That you had hearkened diligently to christ, etc. O now do as you would wish to have done then.
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2. IT follows now a little to Consider, and set forth the Glory of the Saints in Heaven (this Eternal Glory that is reserved for the faithful in the World to come) in a Comparative way by the Comparisons and Considerations,
2. IT follows now a little to Consider, and Set forth the Glory of the Saints in Heaven (this Eternal Glory that is reserved for the faithful in the World to come) in a Comparative Way by the Comparisons and Considerations,
There be sundry obvious Comparisons from the less to the greater, and some other Argumentative Considerations, (I shall put both together) which may familiarly shew and Realize to us the greatness and excellency of this Glory.
There be sundry obvious Comparisons from the less to the greater, and Some other Argumentative Considerations, (I shall put both together) which may familiarly show and Realize to us the greatness and excellency of this Glory.
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Riches, Wealth, Thousands and Ten Thousands of Gold and Silver, Sumptuous Buildings, Houses full of all Good Things, Lands and Livings, &c. Yea, sometimes Crowns and Kingdoms, Scepters and Dominions of vast extent, the Splendor whereof (even of that Glory that sometimes worldly men are arrayed with) even dazles the eyes of beholders.
Riches, Wealth, Thousands and Ten Thousands of Gold and Silver, Sumptuous Buildings, Houses full of all Good Things, Lands and Livings, etc. Yea, sometime Crowns and Kingdoms, Sceptres and Dominions of vast extent, the Splendour whereof (even of that Glory that sometime worldly men Are arrayed with) even dazzles the eyes of beholders.
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Sometimes men of the World do glitter and glister with Glory, an earthly Glory and Splendor, such as strikes an awe and admiration into beholders, Psal. 49, 16. Dan. 2.31, 37, 38. and 5.18, 19. why if such be the Glory of the earth given to the earthly and wicked men:
Sometime men of the World do glitter and glister with Glory, an earthly Glory and Splendour, such as strikes an awe and admiration into beholders, Psalm 49, 16. Dan. 2.31, 37, 38. and 5.18, 19. why if such be the Glory of the earth given to the earthly and wicked men:
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Luther sometimes called the Turkish Empire (that vast Empire, containing so many swelling Titles and large Dominions) a Bone or Crum which God threw to that great Dog the Turk. Such vast Empires and Kingdoms God hath sometimes given unto the worst and basest of men. Dan. 4.17.
Luther sometime called the Turkish Empire (that vast Empire, containing so many swelling Titles and large Dominions) a Bone or Crumb which God threw to that great Dog the Turk. Such vast Empires and Kingdoms God hath sometime given unto the worst and Basest of men. Dan. 4.17.
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If this great King of Heaven do keep his Prisoners so well during the few dayes of their Respit and Reprieve from Execution; (as look upon the brave accommodations and great Poss••sions, &c. of the men of the World, they are but as the fair Room of a Prison, where eminent Malefactors are kept and well tended till they be brought forth to Execution, Joh. 21.7, 12, 30.) What will he do for his Children and Heirs who shall be with him in his own Palace for ever, Psal. 17.14, 15. Some men of the World which have their Portion in this Life, have a great Portion here,
If this great King of Heaven do keep his Prisoners so well during the few days of their Respite and Reprieve from Execution; (as look upon the brave accommodations and great Poss••sions, etc. of the men of the World, they Are but as the fair Room of a Prison, where eminent Malefactors Are kept and well tended till they be brought forth to Execution, John 21.7, 12, 30.) What will he do for his Children and Heirs who shall be with him in his own Palace for ever, Psalm 17.14, 15. some men of the World which have their Portion in this Life, have a great Portion Here,
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and this out of God his Treasure, because it is hid and laid up in the several store-houses of this lower World, (Earth, Air and Sea) and brought forth by, the workings of his Providence and bestowed upon them:
and this out of God his Treasure, Because it is hid and laid up in the several storehouses of this lower World, (Earth, Air and Sea) and brought forth by, the workings of his Providence and bestowed upon them:
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But David hath a greater perfection than all this, Ps. 171.5. But thus look upon the consolation that many wicked men have here ( Luk 16.25. and 6.24.) which must needs be a poor thing, ( Luk. 16.10, 11.) a nothing, compared with the portion of the chosen Saints of God in Heaven, (when God shall set himself to pour out Love and Mercy into those Vessels thereof) and yet often it is much, it is strange to see what God hath given to some vile men this way;
But David hath a greater perfection than all this, Ps. 171.5. But thus look upon the consolation that many wicked men have Here (Luk 16.25. and 6.24.) which must needs be a poor thing, (Luk. 16.10, 11.) a nothing, compared with the portion of the chosen Saints of God in Heaven, (when God shall Set himself to pour out Love and Mercy into those Vessels thereof) and yet often it is much, it is strange to see what God hath given to Some vile men this Way;
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their fore-tasts of future Glory, they are often exceeding sweet and precious, a thousand times better than all the Earthly outward enjoyments of worldly men:
their foretastes of future Glory, they Are often exceeding sweet and precious, a thousand times better than all the Earthly outward enjoyments of worldly men:
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Yet all they have here is but a taste, but an earnest, an handfull of first fruits, Epes. 1.14. Rom. 8.23. What then is and will be the full draught, the whole bargain, the whole Harvest in Heaven? Their best condition here, is but a condition of absence from the Lord, compared with that presence they shall have hereafter, 2 Cor. 5.6, 8. If God send to them such tokens and tasts of his Love in their absence:
Yet all they have Here is but a taste, but an earnest, an handful of First fruits, Epes. 1.14. Rom. 8.23. What then is and will be the full draught, the Whole bargain, the Whole Harvest in Heaven? Their best condition Here, is but a condition of absence from the Lord, compared with that presence they shall have hereafter, 2 Cor. 5.6, 8. If God send to them such tokens and tastes of his Love in their absence:
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the heart-raising, yea ravishing Communion, the Quicknings, Gracious Breathings, the Comforts they meet with in Prayer, sometimes in Hearing the Word (a Christian said Mr. Dod is half in Heaven, sometimes in Singing of a Psalm) in Meditation, Psal. 63.5, 6. in Gracious Spiritual Conference, Luk. 24.32. In the Sacrament of the Supper, where they are refreshed as with new Wine.
the heart-raising, yea ravishing Communion, the Quickenings, Gracious Breathings, the Comforts they meet with in Prayer, sometime in Hearing the Word (a Christian said Mr. Dod is half in Heaven, sometime in Singing of a Psalm) in Meditation, Psalm 63.5, 6. in Gracious Spiritual Conference, Luk. 24.32. In the Sacrament of the Supper, where they Are refreshed as with new Wine.
Why if dark glimpses through these glasses of the Ordinances be so sweet and Glorious, (2. Cor. 3.18.) what then will the sight face to face be? 1 Cor. 13.12. The Ordinances of God and Communion with him therein is unspeakably better than the best of Earthly and Worldly Enjoyments ( Galeacious his Speech) Psal. 119.72.
Why if dark glimpses through these glasses of the Ordinances be so sweet and Glorious, (2. Cor. 3.18.) what then will the sighed face to face be? 1 Cor. 13.12. The Ordinances of God and Communion with him therein is unspeakably better than the best of Earthly and Worldly Enjoyments (Galeacious his Speech) Psalm 119.72.
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there is full Communion, there they are present, now in Comparison absent from the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.6. 2. The special Joyes and Comforts of the Holy Ghost, that the Lords Faithful Gracious ones do at times tast and partake of in this life.
there is full Communion, there they Are present, now in Comparison absent from the Lord, 2 Cor. 5.6. 2. The special Joys and Comforts of the Holy Ghost, that the lords Faithful Gracious ones do At times taste and partake of in this life.
Their ordinary constant Communion is precious, but they have also some extraordinary Consolations and sheddings abroad of the Love of God, sometimes when under great Sufferings and Tryals,
Their ordinary constant Communion is precious, but they have also Some extraordinary Consolations and sheddings abroad of the Love of God, sometime when under great Sufferings and Trials,
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Oh the Peace that passeth understanding, the Joy unspeakable and Glorious, (1 Pet. 1.8.) the ravishing Consolations in the sense of the Love of God, which the faithful have at times been feasted with, such as in Comparison, whereof all the Comforts of the whole World (all the Riches, Honours, Pleasures upon Earth) are but a dry Chip;
O the Peace that passes understanding, the Joy unspeakable and Glorious, (1 Pet. 1.8.) the ravishing Consolations in the sense of the Love of God, which the faithful have At times been feasted with, such as in Comparison, whereof all the Comforts of the Whole World (all the Riches, Honours, Pleasures upon Earth) Are but a dry Chip;
A drop of the Joy of the Holy Ghost, excells all the Rivers of Worldly, outward, sensual Comforts and Joyes, which the men of the World swim in, Psal. 4.6, 7. (but infinite drops of Worldly Joy together, it will not make Heaven,
A drop of the Joy of the Holy Ghost, excels all the rivers of Worldly, outward, sensual Comforts and Joys, which the men of the World swim in, Psalm 4.6, 7. (but infinite drops of Worldly Joy together, it will not make Heaven,
but of Spiritual Joy it will) but this is but a drop, there is an Ocean of such Joy in Heaven, which the Saints shall Swim and Bath themselves in to all Eternity.
but of Spiritual Joy it will) but this is but a drop, there is an Ocean of such Joy in Heaven, which the Saints shall Swim and Both themselves in to all Eternity.
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wherein Jews and Gentiles shall walk together in the Lord, and the Church shall enjoy freedom from open enemies and Persecutions, Isa. 60.18. plenty and purity of Ordinances, Ezek. 37.26. Isa. 66.21, 23. plentiful Effusion of the Spirit and of the Graces thereof, Ezek. 39.29. Prevalency and Eminency of Truth, Holiness and Peace, Joel 3.17. Zephan. 3.9. Godly and Gracious, Civil Rulers who shall make their business to promote Truth and Holiness, the honour of Christ and the welfare of his people, Isa. 49.23. Rev. 11.15. The special presence of God in all the wayes and means thereof among them, Isa. 60.19, 20. Revel. 21.23.
wherein jews and Gentiles shall walk together in the Lord, and the Church shall enjoy freedom from open enemies and Persecutions, Isaiah 60.18. plenty and purity of Ordinances, Ezekiel 37.26. Isaiah 66.21, 23. plentiful Effusion of the Spirit and of the Graces thereof, Ezekiel 39.29. Prevalency and Eminency of Truth, Holiness and Peace, Joel 3.17. Zephaniah. 3.9. Godly and Gracious, Civil Rulers who shall make their business to promote Truth and Holiness, the honour of christ and the welfare of his people, Isaiah 49.23. Rev. 11.15. The special presence of God in all the ways and means thereof among them, Isaiah 60.19, 20. Revel. 21.23.
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Why this condition of the Church will be a little Heaven upon Earth (hence conceived to be described by sundry terms taken from the Kingdom of Glory in Heaven, Rev. 21. and 22.) and there will be much Glory in it, Isa. 60.1, 2, 7. But yet it will be far short of Heaven indeed;
Why this condition of the Church will be a little Heaven upon Earth (hence conceived to be described by sundry terms taken from the Kingdom of Glory in Heaven, Rev. 21. and 22.) and there will be much Glory in it, Isaiah 60.1, 2, 7. But yet it will be Far short of Heaven indeed;
We in this remote Corner of the World, have for a long time (as may be well conceived) enjoyed not a little tast and specimen of this peaceable and flourishing Condition of the Church;
We in this remote Corner of the World, have for a long time (as may be well conceived) enjoyed not a little taste and specimen of this peaceable and flourishing Condition of the Church;
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and in one another to keep us in a continual conflict, &c. In the best estate of the Church on Earth, there will be still cause to sigh and groan for the coming of Christ in the day of full Redemption, Rev. 22.20. The greatest Glory that ever the Church shall enjoy on Earth before the Coming of Christ to Judgment, will in comparison of Heaven be inglorious;
and in one Another to keep us in a continual conflict, etc. In the best estate of the Church on Earth, there will be still cause to sighs and groan for the coming of christ in the day of full Redemption, Rev. 22.20. The greatest Glory that ever the Church shall enjoy on Earth before the Coming of christ to Judgement, will in comparison of Heaven be inglorious;
But if so much Glory and such great things be to be enjoyed on Earth, what then will Heaven be? The thought or expectation of Glorious and Happy times on Earth, instead of Carnal drawing down our minds, it should raise and lift them up thither:
But if so much Glory and such great things be to be enjoyed on Earth, what then will Heaven be? The Thought or expectation of Glorious and Happy times on Earth, instead of Carnal drawing down our minds, it should raise and lift them up thither:
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All the pledges and tasts which God does, or ever will give his people on Earth, they are but to quicken them to press after the prize, a full draught and rest that is reserved for them.
All the pledges and tastes which God does, or ever will give his people on Earth, they Are but to quicken them to press After the prize, a full draught and rest that is reserved for them.
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Comp. 3. Consider the great sufferings, troubles, sorrows and afflictions that the faithful, (some of them especially) have endured in this life, those are a little matter,
Comp. 3. Consider the great sufferings, Troubles, sorrows and afflictions that the faithful, (Some of them especially) have endured in this life, those Are a little matter,
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there is no Comparison between them, which shews that Glory to be exceeding great, Rom. 8.18. Paul 's Sufferings were very great, few have ever gone through more then he did;
there is no Comparison between them, which shows that Glory to be exceeding great, Rom. 8.18. Paul is Sufferings were very great, few have ever gone through more then he did;
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had you seen, much more had you felft them, you would have thought them exceeding heavy, 2 Cor. 11.23. - 27. and 6.4, 5. 1 Cor. 4 9, 11, 12, 13. 2 Tim. 3.11. yet there was no Comparison between the evil and trouble of all these, and the Comfort of that Glory;
had you seen, much more had you felft them, you would have Thought them exceeding heavy, 2 Cor. 11.23. - 27. and 6.4, 5. 1 Cor. 4 9, 11, 12, 13. 2 Tim. 3.11. yet there was no Comparison between the evil and trouble of all these, and the Comfort of that Glory;
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this did infinitely over-ballance them, they hold no weight against it as the word imports, 2 Cor. 4.17. N•t that the affliction in these was light, but because the other end of the ballance was exceeding heavy.
this did infinitely overbalance them, they hold no weight against it as the word imports, 2 Cor. 4.17. N•t that the affliction in these was Light, but Because the other end of the balance was exceeding heavy.
As you know, though there be a considerable weight in one Scale, yet if you put a far greater in the other, (as several hundreds against ten or twenty pound weight) why? the far greater fetches up the other,
As you know, though there be a considerable weight in one Scale, yet if you put a Far greater in the other, (as several hundreds against ten or twenty pound weight) why? the Far greater Fetches up the other,
all the Deaths, Stripes, Pains, Bonds, Wants, Reproches, Afflictions that Paul went through from first to last, heap them on altogether in one Scale;
all the Death's, Stripes, Pains, Bonds, Wants, Reproaches, Afflictions that Paul went through from First to last, heap them on altogether in one Scale;
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yet Eternal Glory in Heaven being put into the other Scale, it is a weight exceedingly exceeding all this NONLATINALPHABET this speak the exceeding greatness of this Glory that so far so exceeding Hyperbolically weighs down all the Heaviest Afflictions, that they are but as a Feather, as nothing to it:
yet Eternal Glory in Heaven being put into the other Scale, it is a weight exceedingly exceeding all this this speak the exceeding greatness of this Glory that so Far so exceeding Hyperbolically weighs down all the Heaviest Afflictions, that they Are but as a Feather, as nothing to it:
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Comp. 4. Consider the Excellency and Glory of this lower World, and the Cost, Riches and stately workmanship that God hath expended and laid out thereupon,
Comp. 4. Consider the Excellency and Glory of this lower World, and the Cost, Riches and stately workmanship that God hath expended and laid out thereupon,
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What then is the Glory of the third Heaven, and of those upper and Coelestial Mansions? (Gods own dwelling place) And what is the Entertainment that he will give there to the Inhabitants thereof? This lower World is but as a stage, that is set up for a while to be taken down again:
What then is the Glory of the third Heaven, and of those upper and Celestial Mansions? (God's own Dwelling place) And what is the Entertainment that he will give there to the Inhabitants thereof? This lower World is but as a stage, that is Set up for a while to be taken down again:
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but Heaven is the Palace, the dwelling house of the Great King, and appointed to be the everlasting habitation of the Blessed, Joh. 14.2. 1 King. 8.39, 43. If you should come to any Great or Wealthy mans Place,
but Heaven is the Palace, the Dwelling house of the Great King, and appointed to be the everlasting habitation of the Blessed, John 14.2. 1 King. 8.39, 43. If you should come to any Great or Wealthy men Place,
and there find the Barnes and Out-houses excellently and Substantially built, and much Cost laid out about them, ample accommodations therein for every Beast and Creature about the house,
and there find the Barns and Outhouses excellently and Substantially built, and much Cost laid out about them, ample accommodations therein for every Beast and Creature about the house,
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The Earth, which is but the dregs of Nature, is full of Gods Riches, Psal. 104.24. In the Bowels of it is Gold, Silver, Precious Stones, Mettals of all sorts;
The Earth, which is but the dregs of Nature, is full of God's Riches, Psalm 104.24. In the Bowels of it is Gold, Silver, Precious Stones, Metals of all sorts;
It is arrayed with more Glory than Solomon had in his greatest Splendor, Mat. 6.28, - 30. Hos. 14.5, 6, 7. Psal. 65.12. The Sea is full of Riches and of the admirable Works of God, Psal, 104.24, 25, 26. The Air is a Treasury of fruitful showers and other admirable Meteors, Deut. 28.12. The Aetherial Heaven is garnished with Stars, Job 26.13. Therein is a Tabernacle for the Sun, that admirable work of God, travelling his dayly and yearly Circuit to give Light and Heat to all things on the Earth, Psal. 19.4, 5, 6. In these visible Heavens is such Divine Workmanship as may ravish all beholders, Psal. 8.3. and 136.4, 5, 7, 8, 9. and look upon the entertainment God gives unto all his Creatures here in this lower World;
It is arrayed with more Glory than Solomon had in his greatest Splendour, Mathew 6.28, - 30. Hos. 14.5, 6, 7. Psalm 65.12. The Sea is full of Riches and of the admirable Works of God, Psalm, 104.24, 25, 26. The Air is a Treasury of fruitful showers and other admirable Meteors, Deuteronomy 28.12. The Aetherial Heaven is garnished with Stars, Job 26.13. Therein is a Tabernacle for the Sun, that admirable work of God, traveling his daily and yearly Circuit to give Light and Heat to all things on the Earth, Psalm 19.4, 5, 6. In these visible Heavens is such Divine Workmanship as may ravish all beholders, Psalm 8.3. and 136.4, 5, 7, 8, 9. and look upon the entertainment God gives unto all his Creatures Here in this lower World;
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even Inferior Creatures, besides and beneath man, Psal. 104, 27, 28. The wild Asse hath the range of the Mountains for his pasture, Job. 39.6, 8. There is enough to spare for him and all other wild Creatures that live upon the Grass in the Wilderness;
even Inferior Creatures, beside and beneath man, Psalm 104, 27, 28. The wild Ass hath the range of the Mountains for his pasture, Job. 39.6, 8. There is enough to spare for him and all other wild Creatures that live upon the Grass in the Wilderness;
The feeble Conies want not their houses and fortifications, Psal. 104.18. Nor the Birds their resting places, ver. 12.17. The young Ravens are not forgotten of God, Job 38.41. Psal. 147.9.
The feeble Conies want not their houses and fortifications, Psalm 104.18. Nor the Birds their resting places, ver. 12.17. The young Ravens Are not forgotten of God, Job 38.41. Psalm 147.9.
and Water, and the Starry Region) what then is Heaven? And what are the Riches and Glory that are laid up there? What is the Entertainment there given to men,
and Water, and the Starry Region) what then is Heaven? And what Are the Riches and Glory that Are laid up there? What is the Entertainment there given to men,
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If such workmanship be laid out upon the Earth, and the r•st of this house of time, what a curious piece is Heaven? that house of Eternity, (2 Cor. 5 1.) the City and Palace of the King, the very Region and place of Heaven, the Fathers House where all his Children must be lodged,
If such workmanship be laid out upon the Earth, and the r•st of this house of time, what a curious piece is Heaven? that house of Eternity, (2 Cor. 5 1.) the city and Palace of the King, the very Region and place of Heaven, the Father's House where all his Children must be lodged,
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as appears by these Metaphorical Descriptions of the Heavenly Jerusalem, which it meant of the Church on Earth, is far excelled by the Glory of Heaven, Revel. 21.18, - 21. and if the outside be so Glorious, (that the best of the things on Earth are scarce worthy or fit to be shadows or resemblancs thereof) what then is the outside? What is the Furniture within,
as appears by these Metaphorical Descriptions of the Heavenly Jerusalem, which it meant of the Church on Earth, is Far excelled by the Glory of Heaven, Revel. 21.18, - 21. and if the outside be so Glorious, (that the best of the things on Earth Are scarce worthy or fit to be shadows or resemblancs thereof) what then is the outside? What is the Furniture within,
And the External condition of the Body shall in Glory, Beauty, Vigour, Strength, Spiritual Activity and Comfort, every way unspeakably exceed what it is or can be conceived here.
And the External condition of the Body shall in Glory, Beauty, Vigour, Strength, Spiritual Activity and Comfort, every Way unspeakably exceed what it is or can be conceived Here.
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Comp. 5. Consider the vast preparation God maketh for the Glorifying his Saints in Heaven. The great preparation he maketh both to prepare Glory for them, Mat. 25.34. Joh. 14.2, 3. Heb. 11. 16 And to prepare them for Glory, Rom. 9.23. 2 Cor. 5.5. Col. 1.12. Election, Redemption, Christs Ascennsion and Intercession, Vocation, Sanctification:
Comp. 5. Consider the vast preparation God makes for the Glorifying his Saints in Heaven. The great preparation he makes both to prepare Glory for them, Mathew 25.34. John 14.2, 3. Hebrew 11. 16 And to prepare them for Glory, Rom. 9.23. 2 Cor. 5.5. Col. 1.12. Election, Redemption, Christ Ascennsion and Intercession, Vocation, Sanctification:
all the time of this life the Believer is fitting for it, nay from before the foundation of the World, from all eternity preparation hath been making, Mat. 25.34. and all the time of Christs being in Heaven:
all the time of this life the Believer is fitting for it, nay from before the Foundation of the World, from all eternity preparation hath been making, Mathew 25.34. and all the time of Christ being in Heaven:
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Christs Death, Bloodshed, Ascention, Intercession, 1 Pet. 5.10. &c. And all the Gracious operations of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 5.5. All the promises point thither speak of that Glory, and empty themselves there.
Christ Death, Bloodshed, Ascension, Intercession, 1 Pet. 5.10. etc. And all the Gracious operations of the Spirit, 2 Cor. 5.5. All the promises point thither speak of that Glory, and empty themselves there.
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All the great expectations and hopes of the Saints Center and Issue there: All which shew that the Glory of Heaven must needs be exceeding great and excellent.
All the great Expectations and hope's of the Saints Centre and Issue there: All which show that the Glory of Heaven must needs be exceeding great and excellent.
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and not without great difficulty, at last he gets to Heaven, 1 Pet. 4.18. Mat. 7.14. Comp. 6. I might mention the Titles that are given to this Heavenly Glory in Scripture.
and not without great difficulty, At last he gets to Heaven, 1 Pet. 4.18. Mathew 7.14. Comp. 6. I might mention the Titles that Are given to this Heavenly Glory in Scripture.
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But this is an Inheritance not Earthly, but Heavenly, Colos. 1.12. 1 Pet. 1.4. A Kingdom, Mat. 25.34. Luk. 12.32. A Crown, Jam. 1.12. 1 Pet. 5.4. Crowns and Kingdoms are counted the top of Humane felicity on Earth;
But this is an Inheritance not Earthly, but Heavenly, Colos 1.12. 1 Pet. 1.4. A Kingdom, Mathew 25.34. Luk. 12.32. A Crown, Jam. 1.12. 1 Pet. 5.4. Crowns and Kingdoms Are counted the top of Humane felicity on Earth;
an Heavenly Kingdom, 2 Tim. 4.18. The Kingdom of God, Act. 14, 22.) how poor and mean soever thy outward condition be, Jam. 2.5. Ʋse 1. It serves for the Incouragement and Comfort of the people of God in reference to all the Afflictions and Tribulations that they meet with in this World.
an Heavenly Kingdom, 2 Tim. 4.18. The Kingdom of God, Act. 14, 22.) how poor and mean soever thy outward condition be, Jam. 2.5. Ʋse 1. It serves for the Encouragement and Comfort of the people of God in Referente to all the Afflictions and Tribulations that they meet with in this World.
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This is the Improvement the Apostle makes of this point, both here in the close, 1 Pet. 5.9, 10. and in the beginning of the Epistle, 1 Pet. 1.4.5, 6. this the Scripture is oft directing us unto out of the midst of the mire and water of Afflictions and Troubles, out of the dark valley of the shaddow of death to lift up our head and peep into another World;
This is the Improvement the Apostle makes of this point, both Here in the close, 1 Pet. 5.9, 10. and in the beginning of the Epistle, 1 Pet. 1.4.5, 6. this the Scripture is oft directing us unto out of the midst of the mire and water of Afflictions and Troubles, out of the dark valley of the shadow of death to lift up our head and peep into Another World;
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look over into that wealthy place that lyes at the Journey's end, through many Tribulations, &c. Act 14.22. The thought and remembrance of the Kingdom that lyes at the end, is the great Comfort against all the Tribulations that are in the way.
look over into that wealthy place that lies At the Journey's end, through many Tribulations, etc. Act 14.22. The Thought and remembrance of the Kingdom that lies At the end, is the great Comfort against all the Tribulations that Are in the Way.
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Yet to those that hopefully die in the Lord, it is an happy change, for they go into Eternal Glory, Joh. 14.28. They go to possess (to b•gin and enter upon the possession of) this great Glory we have been speaking of:
Yet to those that hopefully die in the Lord, it is an happy change, for they go into Eternal Glory, John 14.28. They go to possess (to b•gin and enter upon the possession of) this great Glory we have been speaking of:
but that it should be laid to heart by the Living, when Righteous and Pious ones, Elder or younger are taken away, Isa. 57.1, 2.) when we our selves are upon the edge of the Grave, and Death a drawing near;
but that it should be laid to heart by the Living, when Righteous and Pious ones, Elder or younger Are taken away, Isaiah 57.1, 2.) when we our selves Are upon the edge of the Grave, and Death a drawing near;
So •n other Afflictions, when poor and low in the World, under wants and straits, if in Christ you have Riches enough in Heaven, Jam. 2.5. Treasure there that none can take from you, Mat. 6.20. Ephes. 6.18.
So •n other Afflictions, when poor and low in the World, under Wants and straits, if in christ you have Riches enough in Heaven, Jam. 2.5. Treasure there that none can take from you, Mathew 6.20. Ephesians 6.18.
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When Sufferings threaten here, there is a Glory to follow that will make amends for all, 1 Pet. 1.11. Mark. 10.29, 30. Oh lift up your eyes to Heaven, and there see and possess that Glory that infinitely weighs down all the evil and discomfort that is here below, Rom. 8.18.
When Sufferings threaten Here, there is a Glory to follow that will make amends for all, 1 Pet. 1.11. Mark. 10.29, 30. O lift up your eyes to Heaven, and there see and possess that Glory that infinitely weighs down all the evil and discomfort that is Here below, Rom. 8.18.
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and everlasting Glory follows, Revel. 21.4. This Glory shall put a period, an end to Suffering, and then continue without end, Job 1•. 16, 17, 18. 3. The Happiness and Comfort of this Glory that lyes at the Journeys end, will abundantly make amends for all the trouble of the way;
and everlasting Glory follows, Revel. 21.4. This Glory shall put a Period, an end to Suffering, and then continue without end, Job 1•. 16, 17, 18. 3. The Happiness and Comfort of this Glory that lies At the Journeys end, will abundantly make amends for all the trouble of the Way;
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yea the remembrance of fore-passed Troubles and Tryals that you have passed through and born with Subjection to the will of God, will then be sweet. Haec olim meminisse Juvabit :
yea the remembrance of forepassed Troubles and Trials that you have passed through and born with Subjection to the will of God, will then be sweet. Haec Once Meminisse Juvabit:
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Labour and toil here will make rest the sweeter, Eccles. 5.12. fore-passed and escaped dangers and difficulties and conflicts, its pleasant to look back upon:
Labour and toil Here will make rest the Sweeten, Eccles. 5.12. forepassed and escaped dangers and difficulties and conflicts, its pleasant to look back upon:
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There is Eternal Glory in the World to come (that we are called up to mind and seek, that is to be obtained by Christ Jesus) and that is ten thousand, thousand times a greater and a better matter, (a more desirable, more excellent, more noble thing) than all the Glory and good of this World.
There is Eternal Glory in the World to come (that we Are called up to mind and seek, that is to be obtained by christ jesus) and that is ten thousand, thousand times a greater and a better matter, (a more desirable, more excellent, more noble thing) than all the Glory and good of this World.
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and put all the varnish and glittering splendor upon them that could be, and offer to give you all this (could he make good his word) if you will be his? walk in the wayes of sin and sensuality,
and put all the varnish and glittering splendour upon them that could be, and offer to give you all this (could he make good his word) if you will be his? walk in the ways of since and sensuality,
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Those little things of the World that lye before you, when as the greatest, nay all the things of the World are as nothing, compared with the Heavenly Portion that is offered you in Christ Jesus.
Those little things of the World that lie before you, when as the greatest, nay all the things of the World Are as nothing, compared with the Heavenly Portion that is offered you in christ jesus.
this is the stumbling stone at which their Souls fall and perish, viz. Preferring Earth before Heaven, the present God of this World b•fore that to come;
this is the stumbling stone At which their Souls fallen and perish, viz. Preferring Earth before Heaven, the present God of this World b•fore that to come;
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affectation of height, state and costliness in all the things of this life, both Apparel, Housing-Furniture, &c. above Place, Rank, Ability or Sobriety) either in unlawful wayes and excesses;
affectation of height, state and costliness in all the things of this life, both Apparel, Housing-Furniture, etc. above Place, Rank, Ability or Sobriety) either in unlawful ways and Excesses;
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But behold the Word of God shews us a more excellent Object and Prize to run for, a better designe to pursue the Glory and Happiness of another World, that is infinitely more excellent, more necessary, worthy our pains and affections, more proper for immortal Souls to be busied about.
But behold the Word of God shows us a more excellent Object and Prize to run for, a better Design to pursue the Glory and Happiness of Another World, that is infinitely more excellent, more necessary, worthy our pains and affections, more proper for immortal Souls to be busied about.
Should you judge by the minds and wayes of most of the Sons of men? You would think there were no higher or better thing to be minded than the good of this World:
Should you judge by the minds and ways of most of the Sons of men? You would think there were no higher or better thing to be minded than the good of this World:
Who would take up with the former, when he may have the latter? Yea when called (as we are continually by the voice of the Gospel) to attend and imbrace the latter.
Who would take up with the former, when he may have the latter? Yea when called (as we Are continually by the voice of the Gospel) to attend and embrace the latter.
But Temporal, the other is Eternal, 2 Cor. 4.18. The one Corruptible, the other Incorruptible, 1 Cor. 9.25. The one stands in the enjoyment of Creatures, and but the lower sort of Creatures neither, the other in the enjoyment and frution of the Infinite Creatour, God Blessed for evermore.
But Temporal, the other is Eternal, 2 Cor. 4.18. The one Corruptible, the other Incorruptible, 1 Cor. 9.25. The one Stands in the enjoyment of Creatures, and but the lower sort of Creatures neither, the other in the enjoyment and frution of the Infinite Creator, God Blessed for evermore.
Ah this Doctrine should take us off from, and lift us above the Earth, wean us from the World, which is hard to effect the hearts of men are so Carnal:
Ah this Doctrine should take us off from, and lift us above the Earth, wean us from the World, which is hard to Effect the hearts of men Are so Carnal:
and well if both would do. Oh weep over our Earthly mind and heart: Paul did so, and get to Heaven in your Conversation, Phil. 3.18.20. Are you of the Redeemed or no? Gal. 1.4. Colos. 3.12.
and well if both would do. O weep over our Earthly mind and heart: Paul did so, and get to Heaven in your Conversation, Philip 3.18.20. are you of the Redeemed or no? Gal. 1.4. Colos 3.12.
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Oh get that sweet evidence of Effectual Calling, that you are called out of the World, (taken off from this World) and are men of another World, men for Heaven, bent upward, d•claring plainly that you seek another and better Country then this,
O get that sweet evidence of Effectual Calling, that you Are called out of the World, (taken off from this World) and Are men of Another World, men for Heaven, bent upward, d•claring plainly that you seek Another and better Country then this,
It is [ his ] his Glory, in his hands and dispose, and he out of the Riches of his Grace will bestow and communicate it (though he is the God of all Grace also,
It is [ his ] his Glory, in his hands and dispose, and he out of the Riches of his Grace will bestow and communicate it (though he is the God of all Grace also,
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That Grace (the exceeding Rich, Infinite Grace and kindn•ss of God) may be forever acknowledged, magnified and exalted, Eph•s. 1.3, - 6. When it shall be shewed (and God will set himself to shew) what a gift Infinite free Grace (goodness, kindness, bounty) can give,
That Grace (the exceeding Rich, Infinite Grace and kindn•ss of God) may be forever acknowledged, magnified and exalted, Eph•s. 1.3, - 6. When it shall be showed (and God will Set himself to show) what a gift Infinite free Grace (Goodness, kindness, bounty) can give,
they could not all, should they Joyn together, reach such a Gift as this) Eternal Glory by Christ Jesus, Rom. 6.23. God only, the God of all Grace could give this.
they could not all, should they Join together, reach such a Gift as this) Eternal Glory by christ jesus, Rom. 6.23. God only, the God of all Grace could give this.
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how can it be that such wonderful Glory should be bestowed on such worthless worms? Why it could not be indeed, were it not from exceeding Rich and Infinite Grace.
how can it be that such wondered Glory should be bestowed on such worthless worms? Why it could not be indeed, were it not from exceeding Rich and Infinite Grace.
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As the Grace of God is the fountain, original and wel-spring of it ( Luk. 12.32.) so Christ Jesus the Mediator is the great way and means whereby it is accomplished for us, and conveyed, communicated to us.
As the Grace of God is the fountain, original and wellspring of it (Luk. 12.32.) so christ jesus the Mediator is the great Way and means whereby it is accomplished for us, and conveyed, communicated to us.
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And Righteousness (or active obedience) he purchased and procured for us everlasting Life and Happiness. Hence Rom. 5 21. It is through and by means of the Righteousness of Christ (his obedience whereby being imputed to us, we are made righteous in Justification, v. 19, 18.) that Grace powerfully accomplisheth our Eternal Life.
And Righteousness (or active Obedience) he purchased and procured for us everlasting Life and Happiness. Hence Rom. 5 21. It is through and by means of the Righteousness of christ (his Obedience whereby being imputed to us, we Are made righteous in Justification, v. 19, 18.) that Grace powerfully accomplisheth our Eternal Life.
The first Adam could have brought us but into an Earthly Paradice, but the second Adam being Lord from Heaven (1 Cor. 15.47, 48.) and ascending thither after he had wrought the work of our Redemption on Earth, Heb. 1.3 Hence the Head draws up the Body after it, and to it, Jo•. 17.14.
The First Adam could have brought us but into an Earthly Paradise, but the second Adam being Lord from Heaven (1 Cor. 15.47, 48.) and ascending thither After he had wrought the work of our Redemption on Earth, Hebrew 1.3 Hence the Head draws up the Body After it, and to it, Jo•. 17.14.
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conducting us through this World as he did Israel of old, through the Wilderness to bring them to Canaan, Isa. 63.9, 14. so 2 Cor. 5.5. Ephes. 4.30. Rom. 9.23. 4. By coming again to receive us to, Joh. 14.3.
conducting us through this World as he did Israel of old, through the Wilderness to bring them to Canaan, Isaiah 63.9, 14. so 2 Cor. 5.5. Ephesians 4.30. Rom. 9.23. 4. By coming again to receive us to, John 14.3.
or putting them into full possession and fruition of it, so to remain forever, (which is the end and upshot of all his work) Heb. 9.28. 2 Tim. 4.8. He will come again into this lower World, even here to put Glory upon his people in the sight of all, Colos. 3.4. Rom. 8.18, 19. and then to carry them up to Heaven where he now is, Joh. 14.3. and 17.24. Reason 3. From the work of Vocation, the tendency and scope whereof is to bring us to this Eternal Glory.
or putting them into full possession and fruition of it, so to remain forever, (which is the end and upshot of all his work) Hebrew 9.28. 2 Tim. 4.8. He will come again into this lower World, even Here to put Glory upon his people in the sighed of all, Colos 3.4. Rom. 8.18, 19. and then to carry them up to Heaven where he now is, John 14.3. and 17.24. Reason 3. From the work of Vocation, the tendency and scope whereof is to bring us to this Eternal Glory.
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The Lord in the word of the Gospel, calleth us to possess and receive Eternal Life (or Glory) in and with Christ, 2 Thes. 2.14. and makes it over to them that obey that call, or that effectually believe, 1 Joh. 5.11.
The Lord in the word of the Gospel, calls us to possess and receive Eternal Life (or Glory) in and with christ, 2 Thebes 2.14. and makes it over to them that obey that call, or that effectually believe, 1 John 5.11.
and to travel towards it, toward that mark of Heavenly Glory which is the prize that we are called to run for, Philip. 3.14. 1 Cor. 9.24, 25. The Lord calleth us out of this World to be men of another World, to take up our Lot and Portion in Heaven,
and to travel towards it, towards that mark of Heavenly Glory which is the prize that we Are called to run for, Philip. 3.14. 1 Cor. 9.24, 25. The Lord calls us out of this World to be men of Another World, to take up our Lot and Portion in Heaven,
and to seek and wait for it, being as strangers here, as Abraham was called to leave his Country and Kindred to wait upon a promise of the Heavenly Canaan, a figure of the Earthly, Heb. 11.8, 9, 10, 13, - 16. It is a Christians Calling (the business he is called to attend upon) to get to Heaven, to seek for Glory, Honour and Immortality to come.
and to seek and wait for it, being as Strangers Here, as Abraham was called to leave his Country and Kindred to wait upon a promise of the Heavenly Canaan, a figure of the Earthly, Hebrew 11.8, 9, 10, 13, - 16. It is a Christians Calling (the business he is called to attend upon) to get to Heaven, to seek for Glory, Honour and Immortality to come.
and by which they are prepared for it, Rom. 9.23, 24. Hence none but such, and all such, all the Effectually Called shall infallibly be brought to Eternal Glory:
and by which they Are prepared for it, Rom. 9.23, 24. Hence none but such, and all such, all the Effectually Called shall infallibly be brought to Eternal Glory:
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If God have begun the work of Grace in Calling, he will finish it in Heavenly Glory, Phil. 1.6. Reas. 4. From the Sufferings and Troubles of the Saints here. 1 Pet. 5.10. The Saints having suffered with Christ here, they must reign with him hereafter, Rom. 8.17. 2 Tim. 2.12. Having been troubled in this World, they must go to rest in that to come, 1 Thes. 5.7. The best services and sufferings of the Saints, do not deserve or merit any such thing as Heavens Glory:
If God have begun the work of Grace in Calling, he will finish it in Heavenly Glory, Philip 1.6. Reas. 4. From the Sufferings and Troubles of the Saints Here. 1 Pet. 5.10. The Saints having suffered with christ Here, they must Reign with him hereafter, Rom. 8.17. 2 Tim. 2.12. Having been troubled in this World, they must go to rest in that to come, 1 Thebes 5.7. The best services and sufferings of the Saints, do not deserve or merit any such thing as Heavens Glory:
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The Lord rewards his poor Subjects, not in any way of exact Justice, (as poor men that will give the Labourer but his hire) But like Generous and Bounteous Princes that will give a Pound for that that scarce deserves a Penny:
The Lord rewards his poor Subject's, not in any Way of exact justice, (as poor men that will give the Labourer but his hire) But like Generous and Bounteous Princes that will give a Pound for that that scarce deserves a Penny:
Yea far more largely then so, our Services and Sufferings bear no proportion with Heaven: But God will Bounteously give it, and call it the Recompense of Reward, Heb. 11.26. i. e. a Reward of Grace, not of Debt or Merit.
Yea Far more largely then so, our Services and Sufferings bear no proportion with Heaven: But God will Bounteously give it, and call it the Recompense of Reward, Hebrew 11.26. i. e. a Reward of Grace, not of Debt or Merit.
They that have their Suffering, Labouring, Fighting time here, they shall have their Rejoycing, Resting, Triumphing time hereafter, 2 Cor. 4.17. The Lord will not be behind hand with any of his people, nor yet deal scantly with them;
They that have their Suffering, Labouring, Fighting time Here, they shall have their Rejoicing, Resting, Triumphing time hereafter, 2 Cor. 4.17. The Lord will not be behind hand with any of his people, nor yet deal scantly with them;
or of what they (continuing in that estate) must and will inevitably lose and miss of, viz. Al• this Heavenly and Eternal Glory that we have been speaking of.
or of what they (Continuing in that estate) must and will inevitably loose and miss of, viz. Al• this Heavenly and Eternal Glory that we have been speaking of.
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Therefore they that abide in Impenitency and Unbelief, that turn a deaf ear to the Call of the Gospel, all their dayes neglect or reject the offers and motions thereof,
Therefore they that abide in Impenitency and Unbelief, that turn a deaf ear to the Call of the Gospel, all their days neglect or reject the offers and motions thereof,
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It is more then Tongue can utter and Heart conceive, 1 Cor. 2.9. The damned in Hell will have a quicker and fuller apprehension of it to their own Terrour than here We can reach:
It is more then Tongue can utter and Heart conceive, 1 Cor. 2.9. The damned in Hell will have a quicker and fuller apprehension of it to their own Terror than Here We can reach:
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and the door of Heaven Everlastingly shut against them, sent away from the presence of God, Luk. 13.27, 28. They that live impenitently in any sin, that follow the Trade of any way of Evil, that live and allow themselves in any in sin; yea though but secretly:
and the door of Heaven Everlastingly shut against them, sent away from the presence of God, Luk. 13.27, 28. They that live impenitently in any since, that follow the Trade of any Way of Evil, that live and allow themselves in any in since; yea though but secretly:
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And though they take upon them a Profession, of the name of Christ, Mat. 7.21, 22, 23. 1 Cor. 6.9, 10. Gal. 5.19, - 21. Ephes. 5.5, 6. Yea they that live in the omission of known duties, especially the duties of Love (cordial Love) to the people of God, Mat. 25.41, - 45. and so other duties also, Zeph. 1.6. and 3.2. Heb. 2.3. Psal. 79.6. 2. Unbelievers, that never truly believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, by whom alone we may be saved, Joh. 3, 36. 2 Thes. 1.8, 9, 10. We are called by the Gospel and by Effectual Calling (as in Text) brought to partake of this Glory.
And though they take upon them a Profession, of the name of christ, Mathew 7.21, 22, 23. 1 Cor. 6.9, 10. Gal. 5.19, - 21. Ephesians 5.5, 6. Yea they that live in the omission of known duties, especially the duties of Love (cordial Love) to the people of God, Mathew 25.41, - 45. and so other duties also, Zephaniah 1.6. and 3.2. Hebrew 2.3. Psalm 79.6. 2. Unbelievers, that never truly believe on the Lord jesus christ, by whom alone we may be saved, John 3, 36. 2 Thebes 1.8, 9, 10. We Are called by the Gospel and by Effectual Calling (as in Text) brought to partake of this Glory.
3. The unregenerate, (all unbelievers are so, but there is a distinct notion in this which may be useful) Joh. 3.3, 5, 6. They whose hearts are not turned from sin to God,
3. The unregenerate, (all unbelievers Are so, but there is a distinct notion in this which may be useful) John 3.3, 5, 6. They whose hearts Are not turned from since to God,
You may get to Heaven without Riches, without Worldly Honour, or possibly without great parts and Literal attainments, [ Surgunt indocti & Caelum rapiunt, &c. As he, Apud Leigh's Body Divinity pag. 230 ] without Earthly Contentments,
You may get to Heaven without Riches, without Worldly Honour, or possibly without great parts and Literal attainments, [ Surgunt Indocti & Caelum rapiunt, etc. As he, Apud Leigh's Body Divinity page. 230 ] without Earthly Contentment's,
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but their Troublers shall have trouble, yea everlasting Trouble instead of Rest. They that have had no heart to do good Offices for the Lords People, (the Members of Christ) will then hear from Christ a depart you Cursed, Mat. 25.41, - 45. much more they that act against them.
but their Troublers shall have trouble, yea everlasting Trouble instead of Rest. They that have had no heart to do good Offices for the lords People, (the Members of christ) will then hear from christ a depart you Cursed, Mathew 25.41, - 45. much more they that act against them.
Oh foolish World, they can never effect the destruction of the Godly, but they effect their own destruction by endeavouring it, Psal. 9.13, - 17. What plainer evidence of a state of Perdition than to be an Enemy,
O foolish World, they can never Effect the destruction of the Godly, but they Effect their own destruction by endeavouring it, Psalm 9.13, - 17. What plainer evidence of a state of Perdition than to be an Enemy,
For I speak not of pretended, but real Saints, (or real as far as appears at least) to be an enemy to those, is the directest way you can take to everlasting Confusion, Psal. 129.5.
For I speak not of pretended, but real Saints, (or real as Far as appears At least) to be an enemy to those, is the directest Way you can take to everlasting Confusion, Psalm 129.5.
refusing and neglecting when called to come to Christ Jesus, Prov. 1, 24, 27. They that hear not Christ when he sayes come, ( Luk. 14.17.) in the Kingdom of Grace, shall n•ver hear him say come in reference to the Kingdom of Glory, as Mat. 25.34.
refusing and neglecting when called to come to christ jesus, Curae 1, 24, 27. They that hear not christ when he Says come, (Luk. 14.17.) in the Kingdom of Grace, shall n•ver hear him say come in Referente to the Kingdom of Glory, as Mathew 25.34.
1. Every time you neglect or refuse the Call and offer of the Gospel, you put away this Glory, as Act. 13.46. The Lord Calls you (on his part to Eternal Glory, or) to come and receive both Grace and Glory in and with Christ Jesus, Rom. 6.23. Heaven is offered you when Christ is offered.
1. Every time you neglect or refuse the Call and offer of the Gospel, you put away this Glory, as Act. 13.46. The Lord Calls you (on his part to Eternal Glory, or) to come and receive both Grace and Glory in and with christ jesus, Rom. 6.23. Heaven is offered you when christ is offered.
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Hence you slight and refuse, and turn your backs upon all the Glory of Heaven, when you neglect the Call of the Gospel, or dis-accept of Christ offered therein.
Hence you slight and refuse, and turn your backs upon all the Glory of Heaven, when you neglect the Call of the Gospel, or dis-accept of christ offered therein.
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you despise all the wonderfull Happiness of Heaven that we have been speaking of. Oh fearful wickedness, monstrous madness and miserable miss — of Heaven!
you despise all the wonderful Happiness of Heaven that we have been speaking of. O fearful wickedness, monstrous madness and miserable miss — of Heaven!
The voice of the World calling us to Eternal Glory by Christ Jesus, cannot be heard for the voice of the World calling us to present Objects and things here:
The voice of the World calling us to Eternal Glory by christ jesus, cannot be herd for the voice of the World calling us to present Objects and things Here:
from under a word and call and offer of Salvation to Perdition, what a dreadful thing will that be. ( i. e. in the Eternal dispensation of it) you that live in the visible Church, you had an Interest in the Kingdom of Heaven, (it was in your hands as it were, left with you,
from under a word and call and offer of Salvation to Perdition, what a dreadful thing will that be. (i. e. in the Eternal Dispensation of it) you that live in the visible Church, you had an Interest in the Kingdom of Heaven, (it was in your hands as it were, left with you,
For the Children of the Kingdom to be cast out, that will bring with a witness wailing and weeping and gnashing of te•th, Mat 8 12. After you have been lifted up to Heaven, it will be a fearful thing to fall down to Hell, Mat. 11.23, 24. 3. Consider the greatness of this loss and the bitterness thereof.
For the Children of the Kingdom to be cast out, that will bring with a witness wailing and weeping and gnashing of te•th, Mathew 8 12. After you have been lifted up to Heaven, it will be a fearful thing to fallen down to Hell, Mathew 11.23, 24. 3. Consider the greatness of this loss and the bitterness thereof.
the sweet fellowship of the Father, Son and Holy-Ghost, wherein is fulness of Joy &c. Psal. 16.11. and all the Concomitants thereof that Heaven affords.
the sweet fellowship of the Father, Son and Holy ghost, wherein is fullness of Joy etc. Psalm 16.11. and all the Concomitants thereof that Heaven affords.
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Go over the particulars and say, I (wretched sinner continuing in that Estate, or if I live in sin and unbelief) must lose and be thrust out from all this;
Go over the particulars and say, I (wretched sinner Continuing in that Estate, or if I live in since and unbelief) must loose and be thrust out from all this;
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what wailing would that produce, Luk. 13.28. 2. Compare herewith Worldly losses, the loss of good things in this World, and remember what a griefe and torment that sometimes is.
what wailing would that produce, Luk. 13.28. 2. Compare herewith Worldly losses, the loss of good things in this World, and Remember what a grief and torment that sometime is.
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If you had, or were but in a fair probability and expectation to have, and then should lose but a great sum of Money, lose your house by Fire, a Commodious Dwelling, a fair Estate,
If you had, or were but in a fair probability and expectation to have, and then should loose but a great sum of Money, loose your house by Fire, a Commodious Dwelling, a fair Estate,
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3. Remember also the bitter sense that such as have been sensible, have had here of the loss of Gods pr•sence and light of his Countenance, or of Communion with him.
3. remember also the bitter sense that such as have been sensible, have had Here of the loss of God's pr•sence and Light of his Countenance, or of Communion with him.
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Davids tears are his meat for that cause, Psal. 42.3, 4. (but for the want of wonted Communion of Ordinances) Job 13.24, 26. Psal. 88 14, 15. Yea Christ himself, Mat. 27.46. To be forsaken of God when felt as it is, is an insupportable misery, (burden) though but for a little season;
Davids tears Are his meat for that cause, Psalm 42.3, 4. (but for the want of wonted Communion of Ordinances) Job 13.24, 26. Psalm 88 14, 15. Yea christ himself, Mathew 27.46. To be forsaken of God when felt as it is, is an insupportable misery, (burden) though but for a little season;
When you shall have slept out, and sinned out your day of Grace, and be found at the day of Death and Judgment in an unregenerate and unpardoned Estate:
When you shall have slept out, and sinned out your day of Grace, and be found At the day of Death and Judgement in an unregenerate and unpardoned Estate:
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Oh think of these things, and lay them to heart with fear and trembling ▪ while yet there may be a reco•••y an• you may possibly come out of that e•u• estate,
O think of these things, and lay them to heart with Fear and trembling ▪ while yet there may be a reco•••y an• you may possibly come out of that e•u• estate,
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and obtain this Glory by Christ •esus, while yet the door is open before it be shut forever, Luk. 13. 24 25 - 28. Oh tremble to rest a moment out of a state of Grace,
and obtain this Glory by christ •esus, while yet the door is open before it be shut forever, Luk. 13. 24 25 - 28. O tremble to rest a moment out of a state of Grace,
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Ʋse 4. Consider hence what a sin and shame it is to be slight or slothful, to stick at small matters in the way to Heaven, (in seeking and travelling toward this future Glory) or attending to what the Gospel calls us unto;
Ʋse 4. Consider hence what a since and shame it is to be slight or slothful, to stick At small matters in the Way to Heaven, (in seeking and traveling towards this future Glory) or attending to what the Gospel calls us unto;
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for there is no work, no duty the Gospel calls us to, but it tends to Eternal Glory, it is part of the Race or way thither, that is the tendency of the whole Call and Rule of the Gospel to guide us through Grace to Glory ▪ Text. Now we see how great and wonderful a thing,
for there is no work, no duty the Gospel calls us to, but it tends to Eternal Glory, it is part of the Raze or Way thither, that is the tendency of the Whole Call and Rule of the Gospel to guide us through Grace to Glory ▪ Text. Now we see how great and wondered a thing,
The G•ea•ness and Exc•ll•ncy of that that lyes at the end of the Race (of a Christian course) may blame and shame all negligence and backwardness in the way.
The G•ea•ness and Exc•ll•ncy of that that lies At the end of the Raze (of a Christian course) may blame and shame all negligence and backwardness in the Way.
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For, what is Eternal Glory a thing to be slightly sought after, negligently or sluggishly attended to? Does negligence and slightness become or suit so great a business? Heb. 2.32. Can you pray slightly or coldly, &c. when you are praying for Eternal Glory? Can you hear carelesly, keep Sabbaths loosely, meditate perfunctorily, confer coldly, spend seasons of Grace idlely;
For, what is Eternal Glory a thing to be slightly sought After, negligently or sluggishly attended to? Does negligence and slightness become or suit so great a business? Hebrew 2.32. Can you pray slightly or coldly, etc. when you Are praying for Eternal Glory? Can you hear carelessly, keep Sabbaths loosely, meditate perfunctorily, confer coldly, spend seasons of Grace idly;
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It is no small matter to obtain Eternal Glory, a Room among Saints and Ange•s in Heaven, &c. And though God gives it freely, (as to matter of merit on our part) yet he will have the greatness and worth of it acknowledged and esteemed by our seriousness, diligence and earnest in seeking it:
It is no small matter to obtain Eternal Glory, a Room among Saints and Ange•s in Heaven, etc. And though God gives it freely, (as to matter of merit on our part) yet he will have the greatness and worth of it acknowledged and esteemed by our seriousness, diligence and earnest in seeking it:
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and waiting for it, not without our striving, (as in Agony) Luk. 13.24. wrestling Ephes. 6.12. [ in high-places, rather, in or about Heavenly things, so Gouge in Loc. pag. 43. Gurnal Part 1. pag. 307. ] fighting, 1 Tim. 6.12. in all diligence, Heb. 6.11, 12. A Prince may give a thing freely, and yet command his Servant to wait diligently on him, to take the season to present himself with Reverence, Humility, &c. This is necessary to a meet and orderly receiving it:
and waiting for it, not without our striving, (as in Agony) Luk. 13.24. wrestling Ephesians 6.12. [ in High-places, rather, in or about Heavenly things, so Gouge in Loc. page. 43. Journal Part 1. page. 307. ] fighting, 1 Tim. 6.12. in all diligence, Hebrew 6.11, 12. A Prince may give a thing freely, and yet command his Servant to wait diligently on him, to take the season to present himself with reverence, Humility, etc. This is necessary to a meet and orderly receiving it:
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So here, we merit nothing by all our diligence; Eternal Life is a gift, Rom. 6.23. but there is a diligence required to the receiving (the Cordial, Humble, Dependant, Suitable receiving) of it, Isa. 55.1, 2. the diligence of the Begger is required, not of the Buyer or Earning Labourer properly.
So Here, we merit nothing by all our diligence; Eternal Life is a gift, Rom. 6.23. but there is a diligence required to the receiving (the Cordial, Humble, Dependant, Suitable receiving) of it, Isaiah 55.1, 2. the diligence of the Beggar is required, not of the Buyer or Earning Labourer properly.
They would be glad to go to Heaven, but are loath to take so much pains (to break through Difficulties, Corruptions and Temptations to follow God) Oh shameful folly and sloth;
They would be glad to go to Heaven, but Are loath to take so much pains (to break through Difficulties, Corruptions and Temptations to follow God) O shameful folly and sloth;
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will not Heaven quit cost? This is as if we should refuse to step over the way to receive a vast Estate, to rise out of a warm Bed, put feet over the threshould, travel a little in a dark night, step forth in a Cold Morning, in a Rainy day,
will not Heaven quit cost? This is as if we should refuse to step over the Way to receive a vast Estate, to rise out of a warm Bed, put feet over the threshould, travel a little in a dark night, step forth in a Cold Morning, in a Rainy day,
or some such little small difficulty or trouble, to get a Kingdom, or to save ones life, &c. far less than so is the utmost pains of a Christian course, or Warfare compar'd with Heaven.
or Some such little small difficulty or trouble, to get a Kingdom, or to save ones life, etc. Far less than so is the utmost pains of a Christian course, or Warfare compared with Heaven.
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They despised the pleasant Land when they would not fight for it, nor venture upon Walled Towns and Sons of Anak, &c. nor run any hazard for it, Psal. 106.24, 25. with Numb. 13.28, 29, 31, 33, and 13.3, 4, 10. What was not Canaan worth that, so good a Land as even themselves acknowledged it was, Numb. 13.27.
They despised the pleasant Land when they would not fight for it, nor venture upon Walled Towns and Sons of Anak, etc. nor run any hazard for it, Psalm 106.24, 25. with Numb. 13.28, 29, 31, 33, and 13.3, 4, 10. What was not Canaan worth that, so good a Land as even themselves acknowledged it was, Numb. 13.27.
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But if he should call us actually to part withall we have ▪ as (by a particular command) he did the Rich man, Mark. 10.21. It were a shame to stick at it.
But if he should call us actually to part withal we have ▪ as (by a particular command) he did the Rich man, Mark. 10.21. It were a shame to stick At it.
or to the publick (so to 〈 ◊ 〉 ••e Lord does often by his Rules call y•••• do a good deal that way) lay it all •••n at the foot of Christ, take your fare•ell on•• (truly you must do so actually e're long b• •iz. when a dying hour comes, and it may •• sooner:
or to the public (so to 〈 ◊ 〉 ••e Lord does often by his Rules call y•••• do a good deal that Way) lay it all •••n At the foot of christ, take your fare•ell on•• (truly you must do so actually ever long b• •iz. when a dying hour comes, and it may •• sooner:
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Alas if Christ Call not for all, but for a little, from them he cannot get it ▪ though he offer to repay it in Heavenly Teasure, more than an hundred or a thousand fold, Mark. 10.29, 30. And so it is a parting with the World for Christ and Heaven, to make it subordinate and subservient to our Communion with Christ (to Religious duties in their season, to daily walking with God) and not to be so predominant as hinder and croud out the same;
Alas if christ Call not for all, but for a little, from them he cannot get it ▪ though he offer to repay it in Heavenly Treasure, more than an hundred or a thousand fold, Mark. 10.29, 30. And so it is a parting with the World for christ and Heaven, to make it subordinate and subservient to our Communion with christ (to Religious duties in their season, to daily walking with God) and not to be so predominant as hinder and crowd out the same;
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even such as Paul, such as the Martyrs endeavoured) and the longest are but for a moment, compared with Heavens Glory, 2 Cor. 4.17. Rom. 8.18. Is it not a shame then to stick at them, or shrink from the way to Heaven (the way of Faith and a good Conscience) or be discouraged in it because of them;
even such as Paul, such as the Martyrs endeavoured) and the longest Are but for a moment, compared with Heavens Glory, 2 Cor. 4.17. Rom. 8.18. Is it not a shame then to stick At them, or shrink from the Way to Heaven (the Way of Faith and a good Conscience) or be discouraged in it Because of them;
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to be offended (with the stony ground) at Religion when Tribulation attends it, Mat. 23.21. or to baulk any part of the way to Heaven for fear of Tribulation:
to be offended (with the stony ground) At Religion when Tribulation attends it, Mathew 23.21. or to balk any part of the Way to Heaven for Fear of Tribulation:
Oh keep Heaven in your eye, and then even Moses his choice will not seem an hard choice, Heb. 11.24, 26. May afflictions help and further thee towards Heaven (so all afflictions sactified,
O keep Heaven in your eye, and then even Moses his choice will not seem an hard choice, Hebrew 11.24, 26. May afflictions help and further thee towards Heaven (so all afflictions sanctified,
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Your believing on him, if you believe in truth, shall be to Life Everlasting, 1 Tim. 1.16. All the Doctrine of Christ (his Person, Offices, Benefits) is attractive unto Faith, (and to improve it that way, is a principlal part of our scope in these Discourses) and so is this part of it also that we are now upon.
Your believing on him, if you believe in truth, shall be to Life Everlasting, 1 Tim. 1.16. All the Doctrine of christ (his Person, Offices, Benefits) is Attractive unto Faith, (and to improve it that Way, is a principlal part of our scope in these Discourses) and so is this part of it also that we Are now upon.
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That is the Exhortation that we are now to press upon you here before the Lord, Luk. 14.17. All things are ready provided in Christ, and so this thing Eternal Glory.
That is the Exhortation that we Are now to press upon you Here before the Lord, Luk. 14.17. All things Are ready provided in christ, and so this thing Eternal Glory.
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Imbrace him withall your hearts, receive and possess him, and in and with him you shall possess Eternal Glory, 1 Joh. 5.11. It is now given you in the promise upon the first day and hour of your true believing:
Embrace him withal your hearts, receive and possess him, and in and with him you shall possess Eternal Glory, 1 John 5.11. It is now given you in the promise upon the First day and hour of your true believing:
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Attend and obey the Call of the Gospel (a Glorious Call it is, which Calls unto such Glory) and the Lord will by a firm deed (a sure promise) presently make over to you both Grace here,
Attend and obey the Call of the Gospel (a Glorious Call it is, which Calls unto such Glory) and the Lord will by a firm deed (a sure promise) presently make over to you both Grace Here,
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and Glory hereafter, Everlasting Life and Blessedness, Isa. 55.3. Heb. 5.9. Oh hearken to this word of the Lord, this voice of the High-calling of God in Christ Jesus;
and Glory hereafter, Everlasting Life and Blessedness, Isaiah 55.3. Hebrew 5.9. O harken to this word of the Lord, this voice of the High-calling of God in christ jesus;
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open your eyes and see the Lord Jesus standing withall Grace and Glory in his hands and inviting to him, to let out of your hands ( i. e. out of your hearts) the trifles of the World,
open your eyes and see the Lord jesus standing withal Grace and Glory in his hands and inviting to him, to let out of your hands (i. e. out of your hearts) the trifles of the World,
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and we should delight to be often giving our hearts to him, and clasping about him as the only Glorious, Lovely, hope and rest, and portion of our Souls.
and we should delight to be often giving our hearts to him, and clasping about him as the only Glorious, Lovely, hope and rest, and portion of our Souls.
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Now for the pursuing of this Exhortation, or pressing the Call of the Gospel by this Argument of Eternal Glory to be had (and which we are Called to) by Christ Jesus.
Now for the pursuing of this Exhortation, or pressing the Call of the Gospel by this Argument of Eternal Glory to be had (and which we Are Called to) by christ jesus.
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1. If the Lord Call thee to Eternal Glory (or to come and receive Everlasting Blessedness through Christ) then what does he Call thee from or out of? Why from a state of Eternal wo and misery, which is that that we are naturally in,
1. If the Lord Call thee to Eternal Glory (or to come and receive Everlasting Blessedness through christ) then what does he Call thee from or out of? Why from a state of Eternal woe and misery, which is that that we Are naturally in,
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and that belongs to us as sinners, and as in our selves considered, 1 Pet. 2.9. Colos. 1.13. Joh. 5 ▪ 24. The word of Christ therefore calls thee from Death to Life.
and that belongs to us as Sinners, and as in our selves considered, 1 Pet. 2.9. Colos 1.13. John 5 ▪ 24. The word of christ Therefore calls thee from Death to Life.
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and under all Wrath, Temporal, Spiritual and Eternal, Rom. 6.23. That work thou hast done, and that wages (Death, Eternal Death) belongs and is due to thee, thou art sinking under the burden of the Curse (lying under it as without Christ, Gal. 3.10. and it is all upon thee, Joh. 3.36.) ready every moment to drop into Hell, lyable to everlasting seperation from God;
and under all Wrath, Temporal, Spiritual and Eternal, Rom. 6.23. That work thou hast done, and that wages (Death, Eternal Death) belongs and is due to thee, thou art sinking under the burden of the Curse (lying under it as without christ, Gal. 3.10. and it is all upon thee, John 3.36.) ready every moment to drop into Hell, liable to everlasting separation from God;
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how precious is it? Job 33.22, 24. It is to one that is going down to the pit, that the Lord speaks this Calling word, should not that go to thy heart? As thou art going down to Hell, the Lord calls thee up to Heaven.
how precious is it? Job 33.22, 24. It is to one that is going down to the pit, that the Lord speaks this Calling word, should not that go to thy heart? As thou art going down to Hell, the Lord calls thee up to Heaven.
But now such a like thing is really done to thee, thou art going down to the Pit among the Uncircumcised, posting on in the way to the lowest Hell, under the Curse, &c. And yet behold now the Lord Calls to thee to turn about,
But now such a like thing is really done to thee, thou art going down to the Pit among the Uncircumcised, posting on in the Way to the lowest Hell, under the Curse, etc. And yet behold now the Lord Calls to thee to turn about,
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Thou poor perishing Sinner, if thou hast any mind to Salvation, it's offered thee freely in Christ, ( Act. 16.31.) Is not this worthy of all acceptation?
Thou poor perishing Sinner, if thou hast any mind to Salvation, it's offered thee freely in christ, (Act. 16.31.) Is not this worthy of all acceptation?
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Blessedness, perfect and Everlasting Blessedness, freedom from all evil, from the worst of Evils (sin, all sin, that deadly and bitter evil that kills thee all the day long) the vision and fruition of God, that Ocean of goodness, compared with which, the whole World is but a drop.
Blessedness, perfect and Everlasting Blessedness, freedom from all evil, from the worst of Evils (since, all since, that deadly and bitter evil that kills thee all the day long) the vision and fruition of God, that Ocean of Goodness, compared with which, the Whole World is but a drop.
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and go up thither into the bosom of God, to have the Love of the Father, the Grace of the Son, the Fellowship of the Spirit to all Eternity? Why then Christ is for you;
and go up thither into the bosom of God, to have the Love of the Father, the Grace of the Son, the Fellowship of the Spirit to all Eternity? Why then christ is for you;
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Verily next to that Call that the Saints shall have at the last day to the immediate fruition of this Glory, Mat. 25.34. is this Call that you now have to the possession of it, in and with Christ in the Kingdom of Grace:
Verily next to that Call that the Saints shall have At the last day to the immediate fruition of this Glory, Mathew 25.34. is this Call that you now have to the possession of it, in and with christ in the Kingdom of Grace:
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But take altogether, (Christ, and through him Grace and Glory to be obtained in a way of walking after Christ in the Kingdom of Grace) and welcome it as the free gift of God, Rom. 6.23 Psal. 84.11, 12. This the Lord Calls you to come, and take possession of;
But take altogether, (christ, and through him Grace and Glory to be obtained in a Way of walking After christ in the Kingdom of Grace) and welcome it as the free gift of God, Rom. 6.23 Psalm 84.11, 12. This the Lord Calls you to come, and take possession of;
And will the Lord unto thee say come, come to a Saviour, and be forever Blessed in and with him, 2 Tim. 7.18 ▪ 19. The Lord speaks to you of a great while to come,
And will the Lord unto thee say come, come to a Saviour, and be forever Blessed in and with him, 2 Tim. 7.18 ▪ 19. The Lord speaks to you of a great while to come,
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yea all of you as he is dispensing this word of Salvation to you, 2 Chron. 36.15. We are but poor Instruments, Messengers, whom he imployes and sends:
yea all of you as he is dispensing this word of Salvation to you, 2 Chronicles 36.15. We Are but poor Instruments, Messengers, whom he employs and sends:
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therefore he lifts up his voice that you might hear it, (as all his sheep shall) and follow him, that he might give you Eternal Life, Joh. 10.27, 28. That the King of Kings, the Lord of Lords, should call up a worm to the Fellowship of his own Glory. Luk. 1.43. much more the Lord himself.
Therefore he lifts up his voice that you might hear it, (as all his sheep shall) and follow him, that he might give you Eternal Life, John 10.27, 28. That the King of Kings, the Lord of lords, should call up a worm to the Fellowship of his own Glory. Luk. 1.43. much more the Lord himself.
3. Of what he speaks, viz. Eternal Glory, i. e. Grace and Glory, the beginning of it here, the Consummation of it hereafter, the former in order to the latter,
3. Of what he speaks, viz. Eternal Glory, i. e. Grace and Glory, the beginning of it Here, the Consummation of it hereafter, the former in order to the latter,
4. When he thus speaks and Calls to thee, when Earth is full of trouble about you, (and there is no rest upon it) then he Calls you up to Heaven, and to rest there.
4. When he thus speaks and Calls to thee, when Earth is full of trouble about you, (and there is no rest upon it) then he Calls you up to Heaven, and to rest there.
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When this lower World is stormy and unquiet, then he leads you to the upper region (to the Chambers of Glory) where Peace dwells, as Isa. 26.20. when the Sea rages and is tempestuous about you, now he discovers an Harbour to put into, the fair Haven of Eternal Glory, the Bosom of the Blessed God, where your Souls may dwell at ease, Psal. 25.13. In every other dwelling there is some Inconvenience, trouble, difficulty, pinching, want or ail;
When this lower World is stormy and unquiet, then he leads you to the upper region (to the Chambers of Glory) where Peace dwells, as Isaiah 26.20. when the Sea rages and is tempestuous about you, now he discovers an Harbour to put into, the fair Haven of Eternal Glory, the Bosom of the Blessed God, where your Souls may dwell At ease, Psalm 25.13. In every other Dwelling there is Some Inconvenience, trouble, difficulty, pinching, want or ail;
It may be thou sayest as Isa. 55.5, 6. 5. In what way a portion in this Eternal Glory is to be had and obtained (in what way the Lord offers it and calls thee to possess it) viz. in a way of believing on the Lord Jesus Christ, i. e. (as I may so express it) in a way of leaving and taking:
It may be thou Sayest as Isaiah 55.5, 6. 5. In what Way a portion in this Eternal Glory is to be had and obtained (in what Way the Lord offers it and calls thee to possess it) viz. in a Way of believing on the Lord jesus christ, i. e. (as I may so express it) in a Way of leaving and taking:
and Life Eternal, though one would think you should need little perswading. Now this is most true and evident. Deut. 30.19. if you chuse life, you shall live, Joh. 3.19.
and Life Eternal, though one would think you should need little persuading. Now this is most true and evident. Deuteronomy 30.19. if you choose life, you shall live, John 3.19.
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Therefore if they had loved light rather then darkness, ( i. e. chosen light, i. e. Christ and all his Grace) they should not have been condemned but saved, see Prov. 1.29. Isa. 56.4, 5. Psal. 119.30, 173. Isa. 66.3, 4. Every man hath his choice:
Therefore if they had loved Light rather then darkness, (i. e. chosen Light, i. e. christ and all his Grace) they should not have been condemned but saved, see Curae 1.29. Isaiah 56.4, 5. Psalm 119.30, 173. Isaiah 66.3, 4. Every man hath his choice:
Do you chuse separation from God, to live at a distance and in estrangement from him, that will inevitably be your everlasting portion if you continue in that choice.
Do you choose separation from God, to live At a distance and in estrangement from him, that will inevitably be your everlasting portion if you continue in that choice.
Why is there any Body that does not chuse Heaven? that would not be saved? Yea a great many, viz. they that chuse sin, Prov. 8.36. and 1.22. That chuse this present World for their Portions, 2 Tim. 4.10. That will none of God, Psal. 81.11.
Why is there any Body that does not choose Heaven? that would not be saved? Yea a great many, viz. they that choose since, Curae 8.36. and 1.22. That choose this present World for their Portions, 2 Tim. 4.10. That will none of God, Psalm 81.11.
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5. Whither will you turn you, if you disobey this Call, and neglect this offer of Eternal Glory by Christ Jesus? Where will you take up your portion? Where will you find any thing Comparable to this,
5. Whither will you turn you, if you disobey this Call, and neglect this offer of Eternal Glory by christ jesus? Where will you take up your portion? Where will you find any thing Comparable to this,
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or ought that can make you happy if you refuse this? Isa. 10.3. You will go to the Creature, to a vain World, to the pleasures, profits and preferments of it, you will dig in the Earth for a Portion:
or ought that can make you happy if you refuse this? Isaiah 10.3. You will go to the Creature, to a vain World, to the pleasures, profits and preferments of it, you will dig in the Earth for a Portion:
How many wayes does the Lord proclaim unto men, that here is no suitable or durable portion for them to be had on Earth? You must to Heaven if you will have any true or lasting Happiness, any Eternal Glory.
How many ways does the Lord proclaim unto men, that Here is no suitable or durable portion for them to be had on Earth? You must to Heaven if you will have any true or lasting Happiness, any Eternal Glory.
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Make this World your Inne, and not your Home, and then, when it is fired you may leave it without loss, (the Traveller suffers little or no loss when the Inne where he lodged all night is set on Fire) and go home to an Everlasting Habitation.
Make this World your Inn, and not your Home, and then, when it is fired you may leave it without loss, (the Traveller suffers little or no loss when the Inn where he lodged all night is Set on Fire) and go home to an Everlasting Habitation.
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Why, if this be the choice, is it not plain and easie to determine which is to be chosen? Shall not thy Soul with fear and trembling groan to God to deliver thee from such a madness and misery as to neglect Heaven and chuse Hell, to hate Christ and love death? And such a madness it is to dis•regard the Call of the Gospel, the voice of wisdom,
Why, if this be the choice, is it not plain and easy to determine which is to be chosen? Shall not thy Soul with Fear and trembling groan to God to deliver thee from such a madness and misery as to neglect Heaven and choose Hell, to hate christ and love death? And such a madness it is to dis•regard the Call of the Gospel, the voice of Wisdom,
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if ever we would hear his Blessed and Glorious call at the last day unto the immediate, actual fruition of Fellowship with him in the Kingdom of his Glory.
if ever we would hear his Blessed and Glorious call At the last day unto the immediate, actual fruition of Fellowship with him in the Kingdom of his Glory.
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Come, come unto me that you may have Life and Glory for evermore; ( Luk. 14.17.) The same portion for substance that the Saints are called to then, you are invited and called to now ( viz. Fellowship with Christ and participation of all his benefits, Peace, Grace and Glory:) there from an Inchoation you pass to the Consummate fruition of them;
Come, come unto me that you may have Life and Glory for evermore; (Luk. 14.17.) The same portion for substance that the Saints Are called to then, you Are invited and called to now (viz. Fellowship with christ and participation of all his benefits, Peace, Grace and Glory:) there from an Inchoation you pass to the Consummate fruition of them;
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here from a total want, to an entire possession of them, (so at the first believing, which is in that regard a greater matter than the other) will that word be acceptable and joyful then,
Here from a total want, to an entire possession of them, (so At the First believing, which is in that regard a greater matter than the other) will that word be acceptable and joyful then,
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why should not this be so now? And if you do hear his voice and come to him at his call, you shall hear that blessed word then, Joh. 10.27, 28. as è contrà Job 21.14. with Mat. 25.41. 2. Now add we some Directions to guide and help us in Believing on Christ unto life Everlasting;
why should not this be so now? And if you do hear his voice and come to him At his call, you shall hear that blessed word then, John 10.27, 28. as è contrà Job 21.14. with Mathew 25.41. 2. Now add we Some Directions to guide and help us in Believing on christ unto life Everlasting;
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what he designes in giving himself to us (which here is to bring us to Eternal Glory, 1 Pet. 5.10. 1 Thes. 5.9. 2 Thes. 2.13, 14.) we may aim at in receiving him, and coming to him.
what he designs in giving himself to us (which Here is to bring us to Eternal Glory, 1 Pet. 5.10. 1 Thebes 5.9. 2 Thebes 2.13, 14.) we may aim At in receiving him, and coming to him.
2. Be sure you have a right conception of this Glory, or Salvation, or happiness of Heaven, i. e. Look not at it as consisting in external sensual ease and pleasures,
2. Be sure you have a right conception of this Glory, or Salvation, or happiness of Heaven, i. e. Look not At it as consisting in external sensual ease and pleasures,
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or freedom from outward evils (though an holy and sanctified outward rest and freedom from outward afflictions is a part of the good that is in Heaven, but not the main;
or freedom from outward evils (though an holy and sanctified outward rest and freedom from outward afflictions is a part of the good that is in Heaven, but not the main;
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that is but an adjunct.) But look at the Communion with God, Fruition of God and perfect Conformity to his Image as the main thing in it, Psal. 73.25. 2 Cor. 5.8. Psal. 17.15. Let Your Hearts and desires be eminently set upon freedom from that great evil of sin (which is a choice part of the Happiness of Heaven, Heb. 12.23.) and fruitton of that highest good the presence of God, the fellowship of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost in perfect Holiness;
that is but an adjunct.) But look At the Communion with God, Fruition of God and perfect Conformity to his Image as the main thing in it, Psalm 73.25. 2 Cor. 5.8. Psalm 17.15. Let Your Hearts and Desires be eminently Set upon freedom from that great evil of since (which is a choice part of the Happiness of Heaven, Hebrew 12.23.) and fruitton of that highest good the presence of God, the fellowship of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost in perfect Holiness;
And therefore be instant with Christ, not only for Grace and Comfort hereafter, or at the point of Death, &c. but for present Grace, some beginnings of it at least, (not limiting to measures,
And Therefore be instant with christ, not only for Grace and Comfort hereafter, or At the point of Death, etc. but for present Grace, Some beginnings of it At least, (not limiting to measures,
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As well can our heavy Earthy Bodies fly up to Heaven, as our Souls ever get thither of and by themselves. (alas we have neither wings nor legs of our own to climb Heaven with) But Chr•st is a Ladder t•i•her (the Antitype of Jacob 's Ladder) by him we may ascend thither:
As well can our heavy Earthy Bodies fly up to Heaven, as our Souls ever get thither of and by themselves. (alas we have neither wings nor legs of our own to climb Heaven with) But Chr•st is a Ladder t•i•her (the Antitype of Jacob is Ladder) by him we may ascend thither:
He hath living Arms, and a mighty power to carry u• up thither, to lift us up through Grace to Glory, Joh. 3 ▪ 13. Ephes. 2.5, 6. Christ dying, rising, ascending for us, is fit and able to raise us up from death to life in Heaven.
He hath living Arms, and a mighty power to carry u• up thither, to lift us up through Grace to Glory, John 3 ▪ 13. Ephesians 2.5, 6. christ dying, rising, ascending for us, is fit and able to raise us up from death to life in Heaven.
yea as the dungeon of our Curse and death, Gal. 3.13. (and hence near and fit for us to step upon, to take hold of and whose top reaches high enough, (even as high as the height of Heavenly Glory, Genes. 28.12. by his Glorious Deity and Exaltation;
yea as the dungeon of our Curse and death, Gal. 3.13. (and hence near and fit for us to step upon, to take hold of and whose top reaches high enough, (even as high as the height of Heavenly Glory, Genesis. 28.12. by his Glorious Deity and Exaltation;
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or Author of Eternal Salvation, and gladly imbrace an everlasting match with him, with relyance on him to carry you through Grace to this Eternal Glory.
or Author of Eternal Salvation, and gladly embrace an everlasting match with him, with reliance on him to carry you through Grace to this Eternal Glory.
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1. Seeing and beholding him as the way to Heaven, and to the Enjoyment of the love, favour and presence of God, ( Joh. 14.4, 6.) as the Glorious Author (purchaser and dispenser) of Eternal Salvation:
1. Seeing and beholding him as the Way to Heaven, and to the Enjoyment of the love, favour and presence of God, (John 14.4, 6.) as the Glorious Author (purchaser and dispenser) of Eternal Salvation:
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He that opens Heaven to us, even to sinners, and shall not all this World be vile and dung in our eyes in comparison of him, Psal. 73. in follows ver. 25. 2. Prizing him, take him, embrace him, in a Conjugal way for thy Lord and Saviour. Prophet, Priest and King;
He that Opens Heaven to us, even to Sinners, and shall not all this World be vile and dung in our eyes in comparison of him, Psalm 73. in follows for. 25. 2. Prizing him, take him, embrace him, in a Conjugal Way for thy Lord and Saviour. Prophet, Priest and King;
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Think not to have the Estate (this great Riches of Grace and Glory, Eternal Glory) without marrying the person, the Benefits without Christ himself Having the Son himself, you have,
Think not to have the Estate (this great Riches of Grace and Glory, Eternal Glory) without marrying the person, the Benefits without christ himself Having the Son himself, you have,
Relie on his righteousness, and obedience, to procure and purchase it, Heb. 9.12. and to give you a lawful Judicial Title to it, Rom. 5.21. that now having in him pleased God, and fulfilled the Law, you shall live for ever) on his Ascension and continual intercession to prepare and maintain a place and room for you in that Glory, Joh. 14.2. Heb. 6.20. Ephes. 2.6:
Rely on his righteousness, and Obedience, to procure and purchase it, Hebrew 9.12. and to give you a lawful Judicial Title to it, Rom. 5.21. that now having in him pleased God, and fulfilled the Law, you shall live for ever) on his Ascension and continual Intercession to prepare and maintain a place and room for you in that Glory, John 14.2. Hebrew 6.20. Ephesians 2.6:
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and preserve you to his Heavenly Kingdom, and at last (in the work of his second coming, Heb. 9.28.) finally to accomplish and finish the matter of your ••lva•••n and Glory, I•s 73.24. Joh. 6.54.
and preserve you to his Heavenly Kingdom, and At last (in the work of his second coming, Hebrew 9.28.) finally to accomplish and finish the matter of your ••lva•••n and Glory, I•s 73.24. John 6.54.
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and make the heart come •ff in that which is the hardest thing, in the work of closing with Christ, viz. parting with the W•rld, forsaking and sitting loose from the World and all that you have here:
and make the heart come •ff in that which is the Hardest thing, in the work of closing with christ, viz. parting with the W•rld, forsaking and sitting lose from the World and all that you have Here:
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Renouncing sin absolutely, and Earthly contentments, in Comparison of Christ. Here it is that men stick, Mark. 10.22. 2 Tim. 4.10. Joh. 5 44. Philip. 3.19. The Impression of Worldly Lusts and Affections, are they that choak the word and call of th• G•spel, Luk. 8.14. Mark. 4.19. B•t here is a notable help against this;
Renouncing since absolutely, and Earthly contentment's, in Comparison of christ. Here it is that men stick, Mark. 10.22. 2 Tim. 4.10. John 5 44. Philip. 3.19. The Impression of Worldly Lustiest and Affections, Are they that choke the word and call of th• G•spel, Luk. 8.14. Mark. 4.19. B•t Here is a notable help against this;
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This may make us forsake the pleasu•es of this World, as a drie chip compar'd with those above, Heb. 11. 25 29. and the profits and wealth of it, Mat. 6.19, 20. Psal. 17.14, 15. And what is the Honour and Glory of it, compared with this Glory of Heaven, Heb. 12.2. 3. Answ. Some Objections that readily fall in here.
This may make us forsake the pleasu•es of this World, as a dry chip compared with those above, Hebrew 11. 25 29. and the profits and wealth of it, Mathew 6.19, 20. Psalm 17.14, 15. And what is the Honour and Glory of it, compared with this Glory of Heaven, Hebrew 12.2. 3. Answer some Objections that readily fallen in Here.
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Obj. 1. This (may some say) is too great a thing that ever the Lord should offer, (to be received) or give (upon receiving) Eternal Glory (so vast a thing as everlasting Life and Blessedness) to such a vile thing as I am! How is it possible?
Object 1. This (may Some say) is too great a thing that ever the Lord should offer, (to be received) or give (upon receiving) Eternal Glory (so vast a thing as everlasting Life and Blessedness) to such a vile thing as I am! How is it possible?
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If it were from men or finite goodness, it could not possibly be: But the great God is able to do it ▪ Rom. 6.23. He is rich enough in Grace to give such a gift;
If it were from men or finite Goodness, it could not possibly be: But the great God is able to do it ▪ Rom. 6.23. He is rich enough in Grace to give such a gift;
If there were not such mighty causes at work, (as the Grace of God, the righteousn•ss and strength of Christ) It were incredible, that so great a thing as Eternal Glory should ever be offered or given to,
If there were not such mighty Causes At work, (as the Grace of God, the righteousn•ss and strength of christ) It were incredible, that so great a thing as Eternal Glory should ever be offered or given to,
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and so of the Grace of Faith: That also is the Gift of God, Ephes. 2.8. why therefore in the sense of unbelief and inability to believe, (especially to believe in Truth;
and so of the Grace of Faith: That also is the Gift of God, Ephesians 2.8. why Therefore in the sense of unbelief and inability to believe, (especially to believe in Truth;
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Come to him, leaning on him and on the power of his drawing Grace, when you cannot come by the strength of your own legs, put your buckle under you, Cant. 1.4. Psal. 143.10. By the land of uprightness may be meant Heaven;
Come to him, leaning on him and on the power of his drawing Grace, when you cannot come by the strength of your own legs, put your buckle under you, Cant 1.4. Psalm 143.10. By the land of uprightness may be meant Heaven;
Our sins indeed had shut Heaven, but the blood of Christ opens it, Heb 10.19, 20. Though we be unclean in our selves, we are presented there now as holy before God in the righteousness of Christ;
Our Sins indeed had shut Heaven, but the blood of christ Opens it, Hebrew 10.19, 20. Though we be unclean in our selves, we Are presented there now as holy before God in the righteousness of christ;
Some beginnings there are of it here, but they are but little, and they sh•w themselves rather in •••••ing after it than feeling of it, Rom. 8.23, 24. Not E•rth but Heaven, is the place •• the cons•a••, c•mfortable, sensible prese•c• o• God, 2 C•r. 5 8. Believe for Heaven, fight for it now,
some beginnings there Are of it Here, but they Are but little, and they sh•w themselves rather in •••••ing After it than feeling of it, Rom. 8.23, 24. Not E•rth but Heaven, is the place •• the cons•a••, c•mfortable, sensible prese•c• o• God, 2 C•r. 5 8. Believe for Heaven, fight for it now,
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1. Labour after a settled and well grounded assurance that this is your portion, that you are of that number for whom an Inheritance is reserved in Heaven, who shall obtain this Eternal Glory.
1. Labour After a settled and well grounded assurance that this is your portion, that you Are of that number for whom an Inheritance is reserved in Heaven, who shall obtain this Eternal Glory.
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That so you may be able to rejoyce in the lively hope and certain Expectation of it ▪ as Rom. 5.2. and know as Paul did, 2 Cor. 5.1. and 1 Joh. 5.13. This may be known, though the fruition of this Glory is reserved for Heaven;
That so you may be able to rejoice in the lively hope and certain Expectation of it ▪ as Rom. 5.2. and know as Paul did, 2 Cor. 5.1. and 1 John 5.13. This may be known, though the fruition of this Glory is reserved for Heaven;
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1. Great matters cannot be made too sure, and in all other matters of great moment, common reason and nature teaches men to be diligent to make all sure.
1. Great matters cannot be made too sure, and in all other matters of great moment, Common reason and nature Teaches men to be diligent to make all sure.
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What matter is of so great a weight, as the matter of Eternity, everlasting Life and Glory, ( Hezekiah when like to die, was desirous of a sure evidence that he should live and recover out of his sickness,
What matter is of so great a weight, as the matter of Eternity, everlasting Life and Glory, (Hezekiah when like to die, was desirous of a sure evidence that he should live and recover out of his sickness,
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and have his fifteen years time more here, 2 King. 20.8.) How much more sollicitous should we be, to be sure of Eternal Life, (Life through all the dayes and years of Eternity) when we were so like to die the second death;
and have his fifteen Years time more Here, 2 King. 20.8.) How much more solicitous should we be, to be sure of Eternal Life, (Life through all the days and Years of Eternity) when we were so like to die the second death;
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as 1 Sam. 20.16, 17. Oh when we are making a Covenant with Christ, and he with us, about matters of everlasting Life, that that is for ever after this life, as v. 14, 15. we cannot but desire him to speak again;
as 1 Sam. 20.16, 17. O when we Are making a Covenant with christ, and he with us, about matters of everlasting Life, that that is for ever After this life, as v. 14, 15. we cannot but desire him to speak again;
and gave charge to all his other sons about it too, Gen. 47.29, 30, 31. and 49.29, 32. So Abraham how careful is he to make sure his possession of the Cave of Machpelah, Genes. 23.17, 18, 20. He can be content to have never a foot of Land of his own while he lives,
and gave charge to all his other Sons about it too, Gen. 47.29, 30, 31. and 49.29, 32. So Abraham how careful is he to make sure his possession of the Cave of Machpelah, Genesis. 23.17, 18, 20. He can be content to have never a foot of Land of his own while he lives,
but he will make sure of a good burying place when he dies, i. e. of an happy Estate after death, of a portion of the Heavenly Canaan, and of being buried in the certain hope (as of all the promises of God to be made good to him and his,
but he will make sure of a good burying place when he die, i. e. of an happy Estate After death, of a portion of the Heavenly Canaan, and of being buried in the certain hope (as of all the promises of God to be made good to him and his,
And what is saved from other Destroyers, is but reserved for the fire, that must be the end of al• the possessions upon Earth, 2 Pet. 3.10. All Earthly possessions must turn into a blaze, and end in smoak, as Genes. 19.28. At the great day of Judgment there shall be an universal burning (all the Earth on a light fire) in particular, previous dayes of Judgment here (which are tasts and hansells of that) the Lord often contends by fire.
And what is saved from other Destroyers, is but reserved for the fire, that must be the end of al• the possessions upon Earth, 2 Pet. 3.10. All Earthly possessions must turn into a blaze, and end in smoke, as Genesis. 19.28. At the great day of Judgement there shall be an universal burning (all the Earth on a Light fire) in particular, previous days of Judgement Here (which Are tastes and hansells of that) the Lord often contends by fire.
Why if men will not see by the light of the word, one would think they should see by the flames of devouring fire, (though indeed seldom do men see by the latter,
Why if men will not see by the Light of the word, one would think they should see by the flames of devouring fire, (though indeed seldom do men see by the latter,
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But in it self it is a wonderful help to see, and it will be so to them that regard the word) the vanity, uncertainty and perishing nature of all things here.
But in it self it is a wondered help to see, and it will be so to them that regard the word) the vanity, uncertainty and perishing nature of all things Here.
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But to be sure our enjoyment of all things in this World (at best) hangs but upon the twine-thread of our life, which there are so many sharp edged tooles (Sicknesses, Diseases, sad Accidents,) continually ready to cut asunder, we are not sure to have it continued one hour longer.
But to be sure our enjoyment of all things in this World (At best) hangs but upon the twine-thread of our life, which there Are so many sharp edged tools (Sicknesses, Diseases, sad Accidents,) continually ready to Cut asunder, we Are not sure to have it continued one hour longer.
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Had we not need be sure of something when all these things shall fail, as Luk. 16.9. Paul knows what he hath to trust to when this World turns him out of doors (he hath then an house to hide his head in,) 2 Cor. 5.1. Oh it is a Comfortable thing, when temporal habitations fail, to be sure of Eternal ones.
Had we not need be sure of something when all these things shall fail, as Luk. 16.9. Paul knows what he hath to trust to when this World turns him out of doors (he hath then an house to hide his head in,) 2 Cor. 5.1. O it is a Comfortable thing, when temporal habitations fail, to be sure of Eternal ones.
Why that must be e're long, and you cannot think to be sure of it then (in a dying hour) if you do not labour to make it sure now in a time of health and peace.
Why that must be ever long, and you cannot think to be sure of it then (in a dying hour) if you do not labour to make it sure now in a time of health and peace.
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Wnen David looks over the World and sees the vanity fading uncertainty of all portions (of Riches, Glory, Honour, fair Dwellings, &c. ) here, what a thing is it to him to be sure of a God to receive him into Arms of Love and Mercy when he dies,
When David looks over the World and sees the vanity fading uncertainty of all portions (of Riches, Glory, Honour, fair Dwellings, etc.) Here, what a thing is it to him to be sure of a God to receive him into Arms of Love and Mercy when he die,
and of an happy waking in the morning of the Resurrection to Eternal Glory, Psal. 49.6. - 15. and 73.17, - 24. when you see men stand in slippery places and one tumbling down after another, (the Rich tumbling into poverty, the Great into Contempt) then look to your feet and to your standing;
and of an happy waking in the morning of the Resurrection to Eternal Glory, Psalm 49.6. - 15. and 73.17, - 24. when you see men stand in slippery places and one tumbling down After Another, (the Rich tumbling into poverty, the Great into Contempt) then look to your feet and to your standing;
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Psal. 20.7, 8. indeed in regard of themselves they would fall as soon as any, but they have a sure hand to hold them, Psal. 73.23, 24. 3. Should not we make this use of the times we live in, to quicken us to make sure of Heaven.
Psalm 20.7, 8. indeed in regard of themselves they would fallen as soon as any, but they have a sure hand to hold them, Psalm 73.23, 24. 3. Should not we make this use of the times we live in, to quicken us to make sure of Heaven.
Is it now a time to walk at peradventures with God, to live at uncertainties, to hang between Heaven and Earth, to be to seek of a resting place when trouble fills the whole Earth.
Is it now a time to walk At Peradventure with God, to live At uncertainties, to hang between Heaven and Earth, to be to seek of a resting place when trouble fills the Whole Earth.
Had we not need make sure of his love, and be able to say the Lord is good and my strong hold, &c. Nah. 1.14, 15, 16. When Hypocrites cannot stand (as they cannot before God appearing in his dreadful and devouring wrath) h•d we not need make sure of sincerity of G•ace, Isa. 33.14, 15, 16. You may bear up your head for a time,
Had we not need make sure of his love, and be able to say the Lord is good and my strong hold, etc. Nah. 1.14, 15, 16. When Hypocrites cannot stand (as they cannot before God appearing in his dreadful and devouring wrath) h•d we not need make sure of sincerity of G•ace, Isaiah 33.14, 15, 16. You may bear up your head for a time,
and go up and down careles• but sooner or later, one way or other, there will come such a devouring fire, such an appearence of wrath, such dreadful Judgments as no false heart,
and go up and down careles• but sooner or later, one Way or other, there will come such a devouring fire, such an appearance of wrath, such dreadful Judgments as no false heart,
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He had need have Gold tryed in the f•ee ▪ Grace that is of Golden solidity and purity ▪ Dross and chaffe will not bi•e the fire that unkindled in the day of Gods Judgments ▪ when he takes his Fan into his hand to sever, purge out,
He had need have Gold tried in the f•ee ▪ Grace that is of Golden solidity and purity ▪ Dross and chaff will not bi•e the fire that unkindled in the day of God's Judgments ▪ when he Takes his Fan into his hand to sever, purge out,
When Jerusalem 's sins are ripe for Judgment, and God hath waited his time upon obstinate sinners and despisers of the Gospel (as he did on the Jews in and after Christ's time) then a threshing and winnowing, fanning,
When Jerusalem is Sins Are ripe for Judgement, and God hath waited his time upon obstinate Sinners and despisers of the Gospel (as he did on the jews in and After Christ's time) then a threshing and winnowing, fanning,
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and the blasts of the wind, and not be heaved and driven quite away.) But chaffy hypocrites and sinners will not be able to stand or abide such a time, Amos 9.9. (or I will fanne the house of Israel as Corn is fanned, tossed in a fanne) 10. Oh we had need be sure to be good and sound wheat at such a time, be setled, strengthned, stablished in Grace, well built and founded;
and the blasts of the wind, and not be heaved and driven quite away.) But chaffy Hypocrites and Sinners will not be able to stand or abide such a time, Amos 9.9. (or I will fan the house of Israel as Corn is fanned, tossed in a fan) 10. O we had need be sure to be good and found wheat At such a time, be settled, strengthened, established in Grace, well built and founded;
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as Peter prayes for them here in Text. To a time of great afflictions, Sufferings and Troubles, 1 Pet. 5 9, 10. in a time when Judgment was begun at the house of God, 1 Pet. 4.17.
as Peter prays for them Here in Text. To a time of great afflictions, Sufferings and Troubles, 1 Pet. 5 9, 10. in a time when Judgement was begun At the house of God, 1 Pet. 4.17.
when the face of things in this lower world hath terrour, trouble and blackness in it (and was it ever blacker than at this day!) It is then seasonable to be looking up stedfastly into Heaven,
when the face of things in this lower world hath terror, trouble and blackness in it (and was it ever blacker than At this day!) It is then seasonable to be looking up steadfastly into Heaven,
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and to get a clear sight of the Glory there and of our Interest in it, Act. 7.54, 55, 56. Oh we might make a gaine of all the troubles of the times, did we turn them this way, to lift up our eyes to Heaven,
and to get a clear sighed of the Glory there and of our Interest in it, Act. 7.54, 55, 56. O we might make a gain of all the Troubles of the times, did we turn them this Way, to lift up our eyes to Heaven,
they that take up their portion in the Earth, are not like to see Heaven, to be sure in that way they never shall) from slighting, despising and dis-esteeming Heaven,
they that take up their portion in the Earth, Are not like to see Heaven, to be sure in that Way they never shall) from slighting, despising and disesteeming Heaven,
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It shews one to be a negligent seeker of Heaven and Eternal life (for if he were in good earnest, he would pursue the matter till he made sure work on't, till the matter were brought to some issue, he would seek till he find.) But it is only the diligent seeker that shall, obtain and no other, Heb. 11.6. Prov. 8.17. and 13.4. Qui frigide rogat docet n•gare.
It shows one to be a negligent seeker of Heaven and Eternal life (for if he were in good earnest, he would pursue the matter till he made sure work oned, till the matter were brought to Some issue, he would seek till he find.) But it is only the diligent seeker that shall, obtain and no other, Hebrew 11.6. Curae 8.17. and 13.4. Qui frigid Rogat docet n•gare.
He will make us seek after it in good earnest if ever we have it, Rom. 2.7. Luk. 13.24. there may be fits and pangs of carelesseness, but God will recover and awaken, if he intend mercy.
He will make us seek After it in good earnest if ever we have it, Rom. 2.7. Luk. 13.24. there may be fits and pangs of carelessness, but God will recover and awaken, if he intend mercy.
They that seek and run to purpose, cannot endure to be at uncertainties, 1 Cor. 8.26, 27, 28. (uncertainly, vid. Dutch Anotat. ) Paul cannot end endu•e to run at such a rate, that he may be as like to lose as win, v. 24. 5. It is sure we were once in the way to Hell ▪ we had need to look to it, to make sure that we are got into the way to Heaven.
They that seek and run to purpose, cannot endure to be At uncertainties, 1 Cor. 8.26, 27, 28. (uncertainly, vid. Dutch Anotat.) Paul cannot end endu•e to run At such a rate, that he may be as like to loose as win, v. 24. 5. It is sure we were once in the Way to Hell ▪ we had need to look to it, to make sure that we Are god into the Way to Heaven.
and by the Curse and Sentence condemned to die, and under the power and dominion of sin that was •••rying us to Hell and would inevitably do it if left to our selves:
and by the Curse and Sentence condemned to die, and under the power and dominion of since that was •••rying us to Hell and would inevitably do it if left to our selves:
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Oh is our pardon real, our fellowship with Christ real, our title to Heaven real, our Regeneration real and certain, Joh. 3.3.5, 6. It is certain we were flesh, are we become spirit? (new Creatures, made spiritual and holy) we were born naturally to an Inheritance in Hell, are we indeed born again supernaturally to see the kingdom of Heaven?
O is our pardon real, our fellowship with christ real, our title to Heaven real, our Regeneration real and certain, John 3.3.5, 6. It is certain we were Flesh, Are we become Spirit? (new Creatures, made spiritual and holy) we were born naturally to an Inheritance in Hell, Are we indeed born again supernaturally to see the Kingdom of Heaven?
to be deceived about everlasting life is a dreadful thing, and yet we are wondrous prone and apt to be deceived, Mat. 7.13, 14. Christ tells the Pharisees that they could not not escape the damnation of Hell, Mat. 23.33.
to be deceived about everlasting life is a dreadful thing, and yet we Are wondrous prove and apt to be deceived, Mathew 7.13, 14. christ tells the Pharisees that they could not not escape the damnation of Hell, Mathew 23.33.
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and that it was another sort of people that were accursed, and not they, Joh. 7.49. Luk. 18.11, 12. multitudes have dropt to Hell, that lived and died in great expectations of Heaven (being deceived, some through Haeretical previty, some through practical hypocricy of heart and life) yea many that have been great professors, it may be Preachers of the Truth, Mat. 7.21, 22, 23. Luk. 13.24, 25, 26. Prov. 14.12. Rom. 2.17, - 21. Rev. 3.17. Luk. 18.11, 12. Paul acts with all diligence in the way of Salvation, as being quickned with fear, 1 Cor. 9.27.
and that it was Another sort of people that were accursed, and not they, John 7.49. Luk. 18.11, 12. Multitudes have dropped to Hell, that lived and died in great Expectations of Heaven (being deceived, Some through Heretical previty, Some through practical hypocrisy of heart and life) yea many that have been great professors, it may be Preachers of the Truth, Mathew 7.21, 22, 23. Luk. 13.24, 25, 26. Curae 14.12. Rom. 2.17, - 21. Rev. 3.17. Luk. 18.11, 12. Paul acts with all diligence in the Way of Salvation, as being quickened with Fear, 1 Cor. 9.27.
which (though he was assured of his Salvation through grace) was a just fear in a condition alway, viz. in case he should be negligent, sensual, slight and slothful in running for the prize, he might then fall short and be rejected at last, as a spurious hypocrite;
which (though he was assured of his Salvation through grace) was a just Fear in a condition always, viz. in case he should be negligent, sensual, slight and slothful in running for the prize, he might then fallen short and be rejected At last, as a spurious hypocrite;
Oh what need have we with fear and diligence to labour after a grounded sound assurance of a state of life, of utmost care and pains to make our Calling and Election, and so our Glorification sure.
O what need have we with Fear and diligence to labour After a grounded found assurance of a state of life, of utmost care and pains to make our Calling and Election, and so our Glorification sure.
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because they neglect and put of the matter, and will not be perswaded to set themselves in good earnest about it, to take effectual pains to make all sure.
Because they neglect and put of the matter, and will not be persuaded to Set themselves in good earnest about it, to take effectual pains to make all sure.
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And oh sweet consideratlon, that it is the mind and will of Christ that we should seek and pray for full Joy and Peace in believing, so Joh. 15.11. He speaks to us for this, and he would have us speak to God for it:
And o sweet consideratlon, that it is the mind and will of christ that we should seek and pray for full Joy and Peace in believing, so John 15.11. He speaks to us for this, and he would have us speak to God for it:
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Pray for this, this is according to his will you shall be welcome to ask it of him 1 Joh. 5.14, 15 and that is the way (prayer according to his will with faith that he hears such prayers) to come to know, as v. 13. The Lord would have us not only sip,
prey for this, this is according to his will you shall be welcome to ask it of him 1 John 5.14, 15 and that is the Way (prayer according to his will with faith that he hears such Prayers) to come to know, as v. 13. The Lord would have us not only sip,
but take full draughts of the water of Life, Joh. 7.37. and that by (or in a way of) asking the same, Job. 4.10. Prayer takes up what is left us in the promise:
but take full draughts of the water of Life, John 7.37. and that by (or in a Way of) asking the same, Job. 4.10. Prayer Takes up what is left us in the promise:
Turn all his promises into prayer, and desire him to do as he hath said, 2 Sam. 7.25, 27, 28, 29. You are thus far sure (at least) that he hath spoken of such things that he hath to give,
Turn all his promises into prayer, and desire him to do as he hath said, 2 Sam. 7.25, 27, 28, 29. You Are thus Far sure (At least) that he hath spoken of such things that he hath to give,
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and that many times unto feeling as well as unto Faith, (for unto Faith true prayer alwayes does so.) How often does the Lord sweetly comfort and establish the Soul while the praying for Comfort and stablishment, Ps. 4.6 7. How oft does David in his Psalms close with Praise when he began, with Prayer.
and that many times unto feeling as well as unto Faith, (for unto Faith true prayer always does so.) How often does the Lord sweetly Comfort and establish the Soul while the praying for Comfort and establishment, Ps. 4.6 7. How oft does David in his Psalms close with Praise when he began, with Prayer.
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We have examples in Scripture of extraordinory appearances to Gods Servants, while they were praying, Dan. 9.20.23. Act. 11.5. and 22.17, 18. and much more frequent, are more ordinary Communications of Grace and Consolation in Prayer:
We have Examples in Scripture of extraordinary appearances to God's Servants, while they were praying, Dan. 9.20.23. Act. 11.5. and 22.17, 18. and much more frequent, Are more ordinary Communications of Grace and Consolation in Prayer:
For while that prevails, that darkens the sincerity and Efficacy of Grace in the Soul; breaks the Peace thereof, grieves the Holy Spirit, who thence withdraws his Comforting work.
For while that prevails, that darkens the sincerity and Efficacy of Grace in the Soul; breaks the Peace thereof, grieves the Holy Spirit, who thence withdraws his Comforting work.
nor by its bring out of date in regard of the natural disposition of the Body, &c. but when really mortified, made better to the heart, the Soul broken from and for it, watchful against it, improving Christ for Redemption from it) that is a plain evidence of the sincerity of Grace, Psal. 18.21, - 23. If that master sin be mortified, all sin is;
nor by its bring out of date in regard of the natural disposition of the Body, etc. but when really mortified, made better to the heart, the Soul broken from and for it, watchful against it, improving christ for Redemption from it) that is a plain evidence of the sincerity of Grace, Psalm 18.21, - 23. If that master since be mortified, all since is;
Hence the cutting off of the right hand, i. e. of the bosom-sin, is accompanied with entrance into life, (that is a thing accompanies Salvation, Heb. 6.9.) Mark. 9.43, - 47.
Hence the cutting off of the right hand, i. e. of the bosom-sin, is accompanied with Entrance into life, (that is a thing Accompanies Salvation, Hebrew 6.9.) Mark. 9.43, - 47.
and the Soul is taught to walk with God in his wayes, the Lord will delight to manifest himself and his Love (his comforting Grace) to the Soul, Joh. 14.21, 23. Act. 9.31.
and the Soul is taught to walk with God in his ways, the Lord will delight to manifest himself and his Love (his comforting Grace) to the Soul, John 14.21, 23. Act. 9.31.
Now instead of Comforting, the Lord will break your bones, if he loves you, he will let you have no peace till you out with this guile and repent in earnes, t and throw away this sweet sin, Psal. 32. Oh mind and mark out your most prevailing, most inticing beloved sins;
Now instead of Comforting, the Lord will break your bones, if he loves you, he will let you have no peace till you out with this guile and Repent in earns, tO and throw away this sweet since, Psalm 32. O mind and mark out your most prevailing, most enticing Beloved Sins;
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and if that be the provocation, the partition-wall between God and you, throw it away. Isa. 30.22, 23. 3. Labour to keep Grace in action and exercise.
and if that be the provocation, the partition-wall between God and you, throw it away. Isaiah 30.22, 23. 3. Labour to keep Grace in actium and exercise.
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and also in the exercise of other particular Graces (love, brotherly kindness, charity, patience, meekness, self-denial, zeal, &c. as there is occasion for them, 2 Pet. 1.5, 8, 10, 11. Exercise of Crace is the best evidence of Grace:
and also in the exercise of other particular Graces (love, brotherly kindness, charity, patience, meekness, self-denial, zeal, etc. as there is occasion for them, 2 Pet. 1.5, 8, 10, 11. Exercise of grace is the best evidence of Grace:
so would you shew and see and discern that you have the life of Grace, the life of Christ in you, (and so are in a state of Salvation) up and be doing and acting, performing the actions of a Christian life, be breathing after Christ in Prayer, feed on him in the Promises and Ordinances, feed upon the word of God:
so would you show and see and discern that you have the life of Grace, the life of christ in you, (and so Are in a state of Salvation) up and be doing and acting, performing the actions of a Christian life, be breathing After christ in Prayer, feed on him in the Promises and Ordinances, feed upon the word of God:
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Can you feed, can you eat at every meal in the season of duty, (as Luk. 24.41, 42, 43. thats an evidence of a living risen Christian) can you make a meal of a Sabbath and your Souls are refreshed thereby, &c. and walk before God, get up and walk in his wayes, work the work of the Lord that is committed to you in Christs strength and name;
Can you feed, can you eat At every meal in the season of duty, (as Luk. 24.41, 42, 43. thats an evidence of a living risen Christian) can you make a meal of a Sabbath and your Souls Are refreshed thereby, etc. and walk before God, get up and walk in his ways, work the work of the Lord that is committed to you in Christ strength and name;
this will demonstrate the life of Grace, 1 Cor. 15.10. It is labouring working Grace that is not vain, or Counterfeit, or dead Grace, Jam. 2.17, 18. And to this end put forth and exercise every Grace in its season, Psal. 1.3.
this will demonstrate the life of Grace, 1 Cor. 15.10. It is labouring working Grace that is not vain, or Counterfeit, or dead Grace, Jam. 2.17, 18. And to this end put forth and exercise every Grace in its season, Psalm 1.3.
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The Lord giveth us special seasons and occasions, on purpose to draw forth the exercise of such and such a Grace, we might have marvelous improvement of them for benefit and comfort,
The Lord gives us special seasons and occasions, on purpose to draw forth the exercise of such and such a Grace, we might have marvelous improvement of them for benefit and Comfort,
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if the fault were not our own, as 1 Joh. 3.17. there is a season to exercise love, kindness, compassion when he sees and hears that his brother is in need, want or misery;
if the fault were not our own, as 1 John 3.17. there is a season to exercise love, kindness, compassion when he sees and hears that his brother is in need, want or misery;
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The Lord hath now sent season to draw forth such fruit (as you know if there be life in the root of the tree when the season comes, the Spring time is, the Sun shines, &c. Now the sap will rise,
The Lord hath now sent season to draw forth such fruit (as you know if there be life in the root of the tree when the season comes, the Spring time is, the Sun shines, etc. Now the sap will rise,
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You think you have other Graces, yea but this Grace must act now in such a season of it, 2 Cor. 8.7, 8. Phil. 4.10, 17. So duties of Religion towards God, zeal for his Glory against sin, duties of Holiness or Righteousness, be ready and active therein, in the several seasons thereof, this is an excellnt Rule both for the Increase and Comfort of Grace, 2 Pet. 1.5, - 11. He means, add the exercise and practice of them:
You think you have other Graces, yea but this Grace must act now in such a season of it, 2 Cor. 8.7, 8. Philip 4.10, 17. So duties of Religion towards God, zeal for his Glory against since, duties of Holiness or Righteousness, be ready and active therein, in the several seasons thereof, this is an excellnt Rule both for the Increase and Comfort of Grace, 2 Pet. 1.5, - 11. He means, add the exercise and practice of them:
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And when all sorts of Graces are found in a Christian, and are lively to put forth themselves in the several proper wayes (for where is one in truth, there is all in the root,
And when all sorts of Graces Are found in a Christian, and Are lively to put forth themselves in the several proper ways (for where is one in truth, there is all in the root,
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and to have an open entrance. See Baxters Saints Rest, part 3. pag. 166. 4. Be much in Meditation, serious spiritual Meditation on the word and promises of God, the condition of thy own Soul, thy own wretchedness, emptiness, vileness in thy self;
and to have an open Entrance. See Baxter's Saints Rest, part 3. page. 166. 4. Be much in Meditation, serious spiritual Meditation on the word and promises of God, the condition of thy own Soul, thy own wretchedness, emptiness, vileness in thy self;
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gives both a clear understanding, and also a relish taft a savour of the truth, brings the Soul acquainted with the things of God, that now they are no longer strangers, as Hos. 8.12. It digests the food that men take in, in other Ordinances;
gives both a clear understanding, and also a relish taft a savour of the truth, brings the Soul acquainted with the things of God, that now they Are no longer Strangers, as Hos. 8.12. It digests the food that men take in, in other Ordinances;
and ordinarily practically feed and dwell upon the word and things •• God, it is a clear evidence of a godly man, Psal. 1.1, 2. yea of a living fruitful Christian, v. 3. As contrariwise that is the Character of the wicked. Psal. 10.4.
and ordinarily practically feed and dwell upon the word and things •• God, it is a clear evidence of a godly man, Psalm 1.1, 2. yea of a living fruitful Christian, v. 3. As contrariwise that is the Character of the wicked. Psalm 10.4.
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The godly man is either in a frame for holy meditation, or sick while he wants it, (or so far as he wants it) mourning under, striving, wrestling against the vanity and carnalness of his own thoughts, and after more spiritualness.
The godly man is either in a frame for holy meditation, or sick while he Wants it, (or so Far as he Wants it) mourning under, striving, wrestling against the vanity and carnalness of his own thoughts, and After more spiritualness.
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He falls very short here, and the unstediness, and unsavouriness, unprofitableness of the thoughts is much of that body of death which he groans under.
He falls very short Here, and the unstediness, and unsavoriness, unprofitableness of the thoughts is much of that body of death which he groans under.
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But this meditation brings in marrow and fatness, much Spiritual Joy and Comfort, Psal. 63.5, 6. He that hath attained the excellency of spiritual and Heavenly mindedness, he hath clear evidence for Heaven,
But this meditation brings in marrow and fatness, much Spiritual Joy and Comfort, Psalm 63.5, 6. He that hath attained the excellency of spiritual and Heavenly Mindedness, he hath clear evidence for Heaven,
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5. In special, be much in self-examination and tryal of ou• estates, which ought to be one eminent and frequent subject of our meditation, 2 Cor. 13.5. God gives assurance in the way of means, and of this means in special.
5. In special, be much in self-examination and trial of ou• estates, which ought to be one eminent and frequent Subject of our meditation, 2 Cor. 13.5. God gives assurance in the Way of means, and of this means in special.
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so shall you come acquainted with your own estate, and the spirit breaths in that way to help us to know the things that are freely given us of God, 1 Cor. 2.12. for the spirit bears witness with our spirits or Consciences, Rom. 8.16.
so shall you come acquainted with your own estate, and the Spirit breathes in that Way to help us to know the things that Are freely given us of God, 1 Cor. 2.12. for the Spirit bears witness with our spirits or Consciences, Rom. 8.16.
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And our spirits come to bear witness, or give verdict for us in a way of reflecting upon, searching our selves, comparing our selves with the word; and Judging our selves accordingly:
And our spirits come to bear witness, or give verdict for us in a Way of reflecting upon, searching our selves, comparing our selves with the word; and Judging our selves accordingly:
If ou• minds (or judgments) esteem, our wills imbrace, and affections adhere unto (desire, love, delight in) God and the enjoyment of him as our happiness:
If ou• minds (or Judgments) esteem, our wills embrace, and affections adhere unto (desire, love, delight in) God and the enjoyment of him as our happiness:
that we might have the favour, fellowship and fruition of God Father, Son and Holy Ghost for evermore. (For Heaven as we have said, mainly consists in the fruition of God) if that be the portion our Souls fix upon,
that we might have the favour, fellowship and fruition of God Father, Son and Holy Ghost for evermore. (For Heaven as we have said, mainly consists in the fruition of God) if that be the portion our Souls fix upon,
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That portion is presented to us, and left with us in our first entrance into Christianity, being expressed in our Baptism, (the name of Father, Son and Holy Ghost.) And the fruition of that name, the full enjoyment of God Father, Son and Holy Ghost in all the manifestations and communications of himself, this is the end of our Christian race,
That portion is presented to us, and left with us in our First Entrance into Christianity, being expressed in our Baptism, (the name of Father, Son and Holy Ghost.) And the fruition of that name, the full enjoyment of God Father, Son and Holy Ghost in all the manifestations and communications of himself, this is the end of our Christian raze,
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and the excellency of this portion, to have the blessed God for thine according to the whole Covenant of his Grace, (2 Sam. 23.5.) so as to take up with this and this only, that thou canst say, as Psal. 73.25.
and the excellency of this portion, to have the blessed God for thine according to the Whole Covenant of his Grace, (2 Sam. 23.5.) so as to take up with this and this only, that thou Canst say, as Psalm 73.25.
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It may happily be said still, how shall we know this? Why this one would think should be a sensible and palpable thing, what a man makes his chief good, what his heart is set upon,
It may happily be said still, how shall we know this? Why this one would think should be a sensible and palpable thing, what a man makes his chief good, what his heart is Set upon,
And the same you may say of the Ambitious man for his honour, the Voluptuous man for his pleasures, &c. And truly this may be seen in the Godly man, that he is for God,
And the same you may say of the Ambitious man for his honour, the Voluptuous man for his pleasures, etc. And truly this may be seen in the Godly man, that he is for God,
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and for the service and Glory of God, for Communion with him and enjoyment of him in all his wayes, that is his one thing, Psal. 27.4. there his spirit runs, Rom. 1.9.
and for the service and Glory of God, for Communion with him and enjoyment of him in all his ways, that is his one thing, Psalm 27.4. there his Spirit runs, Rom. 1.9.
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He subordinates all to that, directs all his endeavours and labours to that, 1 Cor. 5.8, 9. That is the Interest that carries him, there you shall find him in all changes, (when he is himself at least, he may be shaken a little by Temptation,
He subordinates all to that, directs all his endeavours and labours to that, 1 Cor. 5.8, 9. That is the Interest that carries him, there you shall find him in all changes, (when he is himself At least, he may be shaken a little by Temptation,
and wayes, and Truth, and Ordinances, for they go together) nothing can buy him off from that Interest, Cant. 8.6, 7. Oh wonderful is the Efficacy in the turn, that God gives to the Soul in the work of Conversion,
and ways, and Truth, and Ordinances, for they go together) nothing can buy him off from that Interest, Cant 8.6, 7. O wondered is the Efficacy in the turn, that God gives to the Soul in the work of Conversion,
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and so in the after impress of Sactification, that henceforth the Soul stands bent for God (set for God) and all the temptations, affrightments, allurements of Hell and the World shall never utterly turn it away from him,
and so in the After Impress of Sanctification, that henceforth the Soul Stands bent for God (Set for God) and all the temptations, affrightments, allurements of Hell and the World shall never utterly turn it away from him,
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are you for this or that worldly Interest, for wealth, or for being uppermost in the World, envying those that are any higher than you? or for liberty to sin, &c. Why then that will carry you away from God and from his wayes and interest;
Are you for this or that worldly Interest, for wealth, or for being uppermost in the World, envying those that Are any higher than you? or for liberty to since, etc. Why then that will carry you away from God and from his ways and Interest;
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and 6.47. (he that shall live an everlasting life, must go to Heaven to live that life there for ever, there is no living an everlasting life in this World) 1 Joh. 5.10, 11, 13. Christ is the Ladder to Heaven (as we said the last time) he that sets the foot of Faith on that Ladder, shall be carryed up thither,
and 6.47. (he that shall live an everlasting life, must go to Heaven to live that life there for ever, there is no living an everlasting life in this World) 1 John 5.10, 11, 13. christ is the Ladder to Heaven (as we said the last time) he that sets the foot of Faith on that Ladder, shall be carried up thither,
But at present take some plain Scripture Characters of a true Faith. 1. Does thy Faith grow in an humble, lowly, self-emptying spirit, Mat. 5.3. i. e. humbled in the sense of thine own spiritual poverty and wretchedness, so as to have no way but to go a begging to Christ for all.
But At present take Some plain Scripture Characters of a true Faith. 1. Does thy Faith grow in an humble, lowly, self-emptying Spirit, Mathew 5.3. i. e. humbled in the sense of thine own spiritual poverty and wretchedness, so as to have no Way but to go a begging to christ for all.
lest, vile, helpless, wor••iless, strengthless, nothings in your selves lying at the foot of free Grace in Christ ▪ quite taken off from your selves to fix upon a n•w root and foundation in Christ Jesus, Isa. 57.15. God dwells with such, and therefore they shall dwell with God forever;
lest, vile, helpless, wor••iless, strengthless, nothings in your selves lying At the foot of free Grace in christ ▪ quite taken off from your selves to fix upon a n•w root and Foundation in christ jesus, Isaiah 57.15. God dwells with such, and Therefore they shall dwell with God forever;
pride shuts out of Heaven, nothing more Psal. 138.6. there shall never come near him) they are the humble whom God will save, Job. 22.29. 2. Is there the nature and true spirit of Faith, viz. (according to the expression in the Text to go no further) an hearty answer of obedience to the Call of the Gospel.
pride shuts out of Heaven, nothing more Psalm 138.6. there shall never come near him) they Are the humble whom God will save, Job. 22.29. 2. Is there the nature and true Spirit of Faith, viz. (according to the expression in the Text to go no further) an hearty answer of Obedience to the Call of the Gospel.
Hath the Call of Christ in the Gospel pierced the ears of thy Soul, yea doth it pierce them continually and captivate thy Soul into obedience [ It is a saying of Doctor Sibbs, that is an excellent way of knowing ones Faith,
Hath the Call of christ in the Gospel pierced the ears of thy Soul, yea does it pierce them continually and captivate thy Soul into Obedience [ It is a saying of Doctor Sibbs, that is an excellent Way of knowing ones Faith,
as when I know I believe, because in hearing Gods gracious promises opened and offered unto me, the spirit of God carrieth my Soul to cleave to them as my portion.
as when I know I believe, Because in hearing God's gracious promises opened and offered unto me, the Spirit of God Carrieth my Soul to cleave to them as my portion.
] Does the spirit so breath in the Call of the Gospel, as to cause thee to come to run to him ( Isa. 55.5.) Doest thou now hear and hearken to Christ when he he sayes come in the •ord of Grace [ come unto me!
] Does the Spirit so breath in the Call of the Gospel, as to cause thee to come to run to him (Isaiah 55.5.) Dost thou now hear and harken to christ when he he Says come in the •ord of Grace [ come unto me!
] then thou shalt one day hear him say [ come ] in a word of Glory, Mat. 25.34. The Comer to Christ never ceaseth coming (1 Pet. 2.4.) till he come to him in Glory:
] then thou shalt one day hear him say [ come ] in a word of Glory, Mathew 25.34. The Comer to christ never ceases coming (1 Pet. 2.4.) till he come to him in Glory:
But if the Lord have bowed thine ear, and drawn thine heart to hear and obey the voice of Christ, this is sweet and clear evidence for Heaven, Joh. 20.27, 28. 3. Consider the Concomitants of thy Faith. Is it accompanied,
But if the Lord have bowed thine ear, and drawn thine heart to hear and obey the voice of christ, this is sweet and clear evidence for Heaven, John 20.27, 28. 3. Consider the Concomitants of thy Faith. Is it accompanied,
and any known sin in life ann Conversation?) so true faith is, Mark. 1.5. Act. 20.21. The path of sin is the path-way to Hell, Rom. 6.21.21. Prov. 7.27.
and any known since in life ann Conversation?) so true faith is, Mark. 1.5. Act. 20.21. The path of since is the pathway to Hell, Rom. 6.21.21. Curae 7.27.
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2. With willing taking of Christ's yoak upon you, subjection to his will in every thing, ( Mat. 11.29.) as your head and husband, Ephes. 5.23, 24. that you can deny your selves,
2. With willing taking of Christ's yoke upon you, subjection to his will in every thing, (Mathew 11.29.) as your head and husband, Ephesians 5.23, 24. that you can deny your selves,
and your own wills in submission to his will (to him as Lord, as well as Saviour) and in special to his disposing will, to bear the Cross at his appointment Mat. 16.24. patience is a con•omitant and a sweet evidence o• true Faith, Heb. 6.12, Revel. 13.10.
and your own wills in submission to his will (to him as Lord, as well as Saviour) and in special to his disposing will, to bear the Cross At his appointment Mathew 16.24. patience is a con•omitant and a sweet evidence o• true Faith, Hebrew 6.12, Revel. 13.10.
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When dif••culties, temptations (on right h•nd or left) sufferings, tribulations, perils do not drive you off fr•• the Love of Christ, of his truth or wayes,
When dif••culties, temptations (on right h•nd or left) sufferings, tribulations, perils do not drive you off fr•• the Love of christ, of his truth or ways,
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this shews you to be good ground, and principled for Heaven indeed, 2 Thes. 1.4, 5, 7. 2 Tim. 2.12. 3. With Love to Christ Jesus, Joh. 16.27. so to believe in Christ, as to love him dearly and unfeignedly, is an evidence of true believing:
this shows you to be good ground, and principled for Heaven indeed, 2 Thebes 1.4, 5, 7. 2 Tim. 2.12. 3. With Love to christ jesus, John 16.27. so to believe in christ, as to love him dearly and unfeignedly, is an evidence of true believing:
And if you love him, you love his truth, his Word, ( Mark 8.38.) his Wayes, his Ordinances, his People as such (hence that is an evidence for Heaven, 1 Joh. 3.14. and 5.1. and when the people of God are under affliction and suffering, as they were in the Apostles time;
And if you love him, you love his truth, his Word, (Mark 8.38.) his Ways, his Ordinances, his People as such (hence that is an evidence for Heaven, 1 John 3.14. and 5.1. and when the people of God Are under affliction and suffering, as they were in the Apostles time;
or Worldly threatnings (trouble) cannot buy you off from the Love of Christ, Cant. 8.7. 4. With living upon Christ and by him, Gal. 2.20. That you cling to him as your life, have your spiritual soul-subsistance in him, and repair to him for Grace to live to God at all times;
or Worldly threatenings (trouble) cannot buy you off from the Love of christ, Cant 8.7. 4. With living upon christ and by him, Gal. 2.20. That you cling to him as your life, have your spiritual soul-subsistence in him, and repair to him for Grace to live to God At all times;
when a man lives not from nor for himself, but from Christ, Joh. 6.57. and for or to him, 2 Cor. 5.15. 5. Is it accompanied with forsaking all for him, Luk. 14.33.
when a man lives not from nor for himself, but from christ, John 6.57. and for or to him, 2 Cor. 5.15. 5. Is it accompanied with forsaking all for him, Luk. 14.33.
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Nothing less than a Divine and Heavenly good, and a relish thereof by an inlightned Soul can kindly take it off from and lift it above all Earthly good:
Nothing less than a Divine and Heavenly good, and a relish thereof by an enlightened Soul can kindly take it off from and lift it above all Earthly good:
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The heart of every unregenerate man is fixed, glewed to the Word, under a dominion of it, 2 Tim 4.10. Ungodly men are men of this World, and have their portion in it, Psal, 17.14.
The heart of every unregenerate man is fixed, glued to the Word, under a dominion of it, 2 Tim 4.10. Ungodly men Are men of this World, and have their portion in it, Psalm, 17.14.
Now to have such acquaintance with Christ as does wean the heart from the World, lift it up above it, enable the Soul to contemn it all in Comparison of Christ, Phil. 3.8. and give victory over it, 1 Joh. 5.4.
Now to have such acquaintance with christ as does wean the heart from the World, lift it up above it, enable the Soul to contemn it all in Comparison of christ, Philip 3.8. and give victory over it, 1 John 5.4.
For Heaven is begun here (in some measure, though indeed but in a very poor little measure, compard with the perfection that shall be in Heaven) by them that shall get to Heaven hereafter, as viz.
For Heaven is begun Here (in Some measure, though indeed but in a very poor little measure, compared with the perfection that shall be in Heaven) by them that shall get to Heaven hereafter, as viz.
If strangers to God, and prophane hearted on the Sabbath, you are not for Heaven. 2. In studying, and loving, and labouring after holiness, or in begun Sanctification.
If Strangers to God, and profane hearted on the Sabbath, you Are not for Heaven. 2. In studying, and loving, and labouring After holiness, or in begun Sanctification.
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Do you love Holiness and delight in the wayes of it, Rom. 7.22. weary of sin, v. 24. following after holiness, Heb. 12.24. then you shall go to Gods holy dwelling place, into Heaven, and there be perfectly for ever. 3. In Heavenly-mindedness.
Do you love Holiness and delight in the ways of it, Rom. 7.22. weary of since, v. 24. following After holiness, Hebrew 12.24. then you shall go to God's holy Dwelling place, into Heaven, and there be perfectly for ever. 3. In Heavenly-mindedness.
Having the heart there, and finding the things thereof, thoughts, affections, Conversations above: That wherever it is, is a sure mark of an heir of Heaven:
Having the heart there, and finding the things thereof, thoughts, affections, Conversations above: That wherever it is, is a sure mark of an heir of Heaven:
there is sincerity, yea some eminency of Grace where that indeed is, Phil. 3.15, 17, 20, 21. as Mat. 6.21. Exhort. 2. To Believers especially when comfortably assured of Heaven:
there is sincerity, yea Some eminency of Grace where that indeed is, Philip 3.15, 17, 20, 21. as Mathew 6.21. Exhort. 2. To Believers especially when comfortably assured of Heaven:
This point should make the Godly of a Princely spirit, seeing they are heirs of a Kingdom, they should be indeed Israel, every one as a Prince of God; of a Princely spirit both. 1. In regard of Imployment.
This point should make the Godly of a Princely Spirit, seeing they Are Heirs of a Kingdom, they should be indeed Israel, every one as a Prince of God; of a Princely Spirit both. 1. In regard of Employment.
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or driving a petty pedling Trade to get a penny, &c. So the heirs of Heaven should holily disdain to do the Devils drudgery, to be Slaves to the World,
or driving a Petty peddling Trade to get a penny, etc. So the Heirs of Heaven should holily disdain to do the Devils drudgery, to be Slaves to the World,
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or to a base Lust, to cringe and crouch to a Temptation for a little outward advantage, to go a beging to the Creatures for a little Comfort or Refreshment,
or to a base Lust, to cringe and crouch to a Temptation for a little outward advantage, to go a begging to the Creatures for a little Comfort or Refreshment,
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or so to follow the World as to be under it, or slaves to it, 1 Cor. 6.12. Tit. 2.3. They should reign over the World, and have dominion over it, not be slaves to it.
or so to follow the World as to be under it, or slaves to it, 1 Cor. 6.12. Tit. 2.3. They should Reign over the World, and have dominion over it, not be slaves to it.
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so as to be taken up with them, and look no higher than them, (you may use them as Servants, Philip. 1.19, 20. Col•s. 3.1, 2. nor give themselves to the base pleasures of the flesh.
so as to be taken up with them, and look no higher than them, (you may use them as Servants, Philip. 1.19, 20. Col•s. 3.1, 2. nor give themselves to the base pleasures of the Flesh.
They that have God and Heaven to delight in, for them to delight in a lust, in the pleasures of the flesh, is a shameful baseness and unworthiness, Rom. 13.11, - 14. The nearer we are to Heaven, the further we should be from minding the things of the flesh, 1 Pet. 2.11.
They that have God and Heaven to delight in, for them to delight in a lust, in the pleasures of the Flesh, is a shameful baseness and unworthiness, Rom. 13.11, - 14. The nearer we Are to Heaven, the further we should be from minding the things of the Flesh, 1 Pet. 2.11.
Yea not only vile things (as are the things of sin, but small things, little things (such as all the things of this World) are too low and mean for the great Heirs of Salvation to set their minds and hearts upon.
Yea not only vile things (as Are the things of since, but small things, little things (such as all the things of this World) Are too low and mean for the great Heirs of Salvation to Set their minds and hearts upon.
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or a poor thatched Cottage, or stand upon such small matters, &c. He that is an Heir of Heaven, should be of a greater spirit than to thirst after Gold and Silver, Honours and Riches in this World;
or a poor thatched Cottage, or stand upon such small matters, etc. He that is an Heir of Heaven, should be of a greater Spirit than to thirst After Gold and Silver, Honours and Riches in this World;
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All that he needs is (like a Prince absent in the Country) but so much as will carry him home to the Court, to his Fathers house, there he shall have enough:
All that he needs is (like a Prince absent in the Country) but so much as will carry him home to the Court, to his Father's house, there he shall have enough:
3. In regard of Magnanimity and Courage ▪ Great and Noble Spirits do excel in Valour and Courage, fit for high Actions and Designes, not daunted with danger,
3. In regard of Magnanimity and Courage ▪ Great and Noble Spirits do excel in Valour and Courage, fit for high Actions and Designs, not daunted with danger,
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than to be daunted with the difficulties and tribulations that lye in the way to the Kingdom, Act. 14.22. Not so pusillanimous, as to faint in the day of Adversity, Prov 24.10.
than to be daunted with the difficulties and tribulations that lie in the Way to the Kingdom, Act. 14.22. Not so pusillanimous, as to faint in the day of Adversity, Curae 24.10.
and hold out to the last gasp in conflict with temptations, corruptions, oppositions and assaults of Earth and Hell, become those that are fighting for Heaven,
and hold out to the last gasp in conflict with temptations, corruptions, oppositions and assaults of Earth and Hell, become those that Are fighting for Heaven,
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and for Eternal Glory there, for that Crown that is incorruptible, 1 Cor. 9.25, 26, 27. 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. 1 Tim, 6.12. Paul is of too great a spirit to be moved with all the sufferings that the whole World can bring upon him, Act. 20.23, 24. Hee'l not stir an inch out of his way (the way of the Rule) for them all;
and for Eternal Glory there, for that Crown that is incorruptible, 1 Cor. 9.25, 26, 27. 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. 1 Tim, 6.12. Paul is of too great a Spirit to be moved with all the sufferings that the Whole World can bring upon him, Act. 20.23, 24. He'll not stir an inch out of his Way (the Way of the Rule) for them all;
and therefore he hath a Lion-like magnanimity of spirit: Isachar is among his Sheep-coats, and Cow-houses, and Rural Tents, as also Reuben, Jugd. 5.16.
and Therefore he hath a Lion-like magnanimity of Spirit: Isachar is among his Sheepcotes, and Cow-houses, and Rural Tents, as also Reuben, Judged. 5.16.
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But the true Christian, how poor soever in this World, converses with the things that are indeed great, God, Christ and Heaven, and Eternal Glory, Jam. 2.5. and therefore true and genuine greatness of spirit, holy magnanimity and bravery, is, and should be found with him.
But the true Christian, how poor soever in this World, converses with the things that Are indeed great, God, christ and Heaven, and Eternal Glory, Jam. 2.5. and Therefore true and genuine greatness of Spirit, holy magnanimity and bravery, is, and should be found with him.
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They wrestle not for corruptible Crowns, not for a fashion that pass•th away, and that will leave them spiritless and succourless when real distress comes:
They wrestle not for corruptible Crowns, not for a fashion that pass•th away, and that will leave them spiritless and succourless when real distress comes:
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and weakness that sin and estrangement from God doth clog it with. 2. Improve Heaven, and your hope thereof unto Consolation, or spiritual Joy and Comfort.
and weakness that since and estrangement from God does clog it with. 2. Improve Heaven, and your hope thereof unto Consolation, or spiritual Joy and Comfort.
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This use the Lord expects and requires you should make of that hope of Glory hereafter which he gives unto you here, Luk. 10.20. Mat. 5.12. Rom. 5.2. 1 Thes. 4.18. Heaven when actually enjoyed, is the fulness of Joy and Comfort, Mat. 25.21. Psal. 16.11. Luk. 16.25.
This use the Lord expects and requires you should make of that hope of Glory hereafter which he gives unto you Here, Luk. 10.20. Mathew 5.12. Rom. 5.2. 1 Thebes 4.18. Heaven when actually enjoyed, is the fullness of Joy and Comfort, Mathew 25.21. Psalm 16.11. Luk. 16.25.
there is sweetness enough in the end to swallow up all the bitterness thereof, and to make it a light thing, as 2 Cor. 4.17. and therefore notwithstanding that we may rejoyce more particularly therefore, let the fore-thoughts of Heaven be matter of Comfort and Consolation.
there is sweetness enough in the end to swallow up all the bitterness thereof, and to make it a Light thing, as 2 Cor. 4.17. and Therefore notwithstanding that we may rejoice more particularly Therefore, let the forethoughts of Heaven be matter of Comfort and Consolation.
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fears and threatning dangers of what may come, is oft no small part of our tryal and affliction. But Luk. 12.32. in times of greatest fears this is a quieting thought, that there can come nothing that shall keep you from Heaven if you be the Lords:
fears and threatening dangers of what may come, is oft no small part of our trial and affliction. But Luk. 12.32. in times of greatest fears this is a quieting Thought, that there can come nothing that shall keep you from Heaven if you be the lords:
whatever evil comes it cannot hinder you from Heaven; (It cannot separate you from everlasting Communion with) nay it shall further you rather thereunto.
whatever evil comes it cannot hinder you from Heaven; (It cannot separate you from everlasting Communion with) nay it shall further you rather thereunto.
Rom. 8.35.37, 38, 39. If you do or most actually go through some Tribulations and sorrows, (such as are pinching and painful to the flesh,) yet fear them not (with any discouraging dismaying fear) for they are but a small matter compared with the Glory that follows, Rom. 8.18. 2 Cor. 4.17.
Rom. 8.35.37, 38, 39. If you do or most actually go through Some Tribulations and sorrows, (such as Are pinching and painful to the Flesh,) yet Fear them not (with any discouraging dismaying Fear) for they Are but a small matter compared with the Glory that follows, Rom. 8.18. 2 Cor. 4.17.
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if you be sure to get to Heaven, (as every true Believer is) then you are sure to get well and safe through all the troubles that ly on this side Heaven.
if you be sure to get to Heaven, (as every true Believer is) then you Are sure to get well and safe through all the Troubles that lie on this side Heaven.
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but if no danger of that, if sure to get well through, why the present trouble or hardship of wetting his foot, putting th•m in the cold water, &c. he makes nothing of that.
but if no danger of that, if sure to get well through, why the present trouble or hardship of wetting his foot, putting th•m in the cold water, etc. he makes nothing of that.
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Why all that are true Believers, God hath assured you of this, that you shall never come to any bad place, to any trouble or tryal in all the way to Heaven;
Why all that Are true Believers, God hath assured you of this, that you shall never come to any bad place, to any trouble or trial in all the Way to Heaven;
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Why then the present trouble of a little hardship and pain to the flesh, should be no great trouble to you, 1 Pet. 1.4, 5, 6. But when troubles are in the Earth, (as they are even to astonishment to this day) then should you go up and find Comfort in Heaven:
Why then the present trouble of a little hardship and pain to the Flesh, should be no great trouble to you, 1 Pet. 1.4, 5, 6. But when Troubles Are in the Earth, (as they Are even to astonishment to this day) then should you go up and find Comfort in Heaven:
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3. Against all the difficulties, straits and conflicts that lye in the way to Heaven. The way indeed is strait and hard to flesh and blood, Mat. 7.14. it is full of troubles from the World of temptations from Satan, oppositions from the flesh, tryalls from God;
3. Against all the difficulties, straits and conflicts that lie in the Way to Heaven. The Way indeed is strait and hard to Flesh and blood, Mathew 7.14. it is full of Troubles from the World of temptations from Satan, oppositions from the Flesh, trials from God;
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It is but going through a miry-lane to a wealthy Palace, or breaking through a rainy-day to go at the time appointed to take possession of a great Estate (who sticks at that?) We have sometimes mentioned that passage of Chrysostom [ vid. apud Burroughs on the Excellency of the Soul, page 358. ] great difficulties are rendred small when the matter is exceeding great for which they are gone through.
It is but going through a miry-lane to a wealthy Palace, or breaking through a rainy-day to go At the time appointed to take possession of a great Estate (who sticks At that?) We have sometime mentioned that passage of Chrysostom [ vid. apud Burroughs on the Excellency of the Soul, page 358. ] great difficulties Are rendered small when the matter is exceeding great for which they Are gone through.
But they are all trifles to Heaven, 1 Cor. 9.25. Remember the greatness of Heaven's Glory that will lessen and lighten (2 Cor. 4.17.) yea sweeten all your labour and travail to it.
But they Are all trifles to Heaven, 1 Cor. 9.25. remember the greatness of Heaven's Glory that will lessen and lighten (2 Cor. 4.17.) yea sweeten all your labour and travail to it.
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4. Against those spiritual evils and wants that you are here labouring under, which of all other are the sorest exercise and saddest discouragement to a gracious heart: Heaven will cure them all;
4. Against those spiritual evils and Wants that you Are Here labouring under, which of all other Are the Sorest exercise and Saddest discouragement to a gracious heart: Heaven will cure them all;
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The time is coming (oh happy time, the very thoughts of it may make you leap for Joy) when you shall never have vain thought more, never be troubled with corruption more, never feel any unsavoury heart more, never vexed with temptations more;
The time is coming (o happy time, the very thoughts of it may make you leap for Joy) when you shall never have vain Thought more, never be troubled with corruption more, never feel any unsavoury heart more, never vexed with temptations more;
2. Heaven will cure the imperfection of Grace, which we groan under here, having none but the first fruits of the spirit, Rom. 8.23. We groan under spiritual imperfections, wants, weaknesses.
2. Heaven will cure the imperfection of Grace, which we groan under Here, having none but the First fruits of the Spirit, Rom. 8.23. We groan under spiritual imperfections, Wants, Weaknesses.
We are mourning and striving after perfection, but reach it not: But in Glory Grace will be perfected, that is a state of perfection, Heb. 12.23. Every Saint will then become to a perfect man, Eph. 4.13. no longer a babe and childish, rather Carnal than Spiritual, as man 1 Cor. 3.1.
We Are mourning and striving After perfection, but reach it not: But in Glory Grace will be perfected, that is a state of perfection, Hebrew 12.23. Every Saint will then become to a perfect man, Ephesians 4.13. no longer a babe and childish, rather Carnal than Spiritual, as man 1 Cor. 3.1.
Then will all your Prayers be answered, all promises fulfilled to the height, and as Josh. 23.14. The day is coming when every Grace shall be full grown;
Then will all your Prayers be answered, all promises fulfilled to the height, and as Josh. 23.14. The day is coming when every Grace shall be full grown;
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5. It affords comfort against that absence from the Lord and want of enjoyment of his presence, which here we are mourning under, 2 Cor. 5.6, 7, 8. the greatest presence of God that we here enjoy at any time, is but absence in comparison.
5. It affords Comfort against that absence from the Lord and want of enjoyment of his presence, which Here we Are mourning under, 2 Cor. 5.6, 7, 8. the greatest presence of God that we Here enjoy At any time, is but absence in comparison.
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we shall be complaining of defects in our Communion with God while in this World: But Heaven will answer and satisfie all our desires and expectations in this respect.
we shall be complaining of defects in our Communion with God while in this World: But Heaven will answer and satisfy all our Desires and Expectations in this respect.
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It will bring us into the presence of God, and set us before his face for ever, Psal, 41.12. we shall then be never absent, but alwayes present with the Lord, I Thes. 4.17.
It will bring us into the presence of God, and Set us before his face for ever, Psalm, 41.12. we shall then be never absent, but always present with the Lord, I Thebes 4.17.
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be willng rather to be absent from the Body, that we may be present with the Lord, that we may be with Christ which is best of all, Phil. 1.23. willing not only to trade into that Countrey, and with much adoe fetch some tasts of the Commodities thereof hither;
be willing rather to be absent from the Body, that we may be present with the Lord, that we may be with christ which is best of all, Philip 1.23. willing not only to trade into that Country, and with much ado fetch Some tastes of the Commodities thereof hither;
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Believing that there will come a time when you shall lye in his bosom, and see his face, drink in the rivers of his pleasures without imperfection, without interruption, and without end.
Believing that there will come a time when you shall lie in his bosom, and see his face, drink in the Rivers of his pleasures without imperfection, without interruption, and without end.
but yet that is not all, they that are in Christ, and have some good hold of him by Faith, have further need to be prepar'd for Eternal Glory. As viz. 1. By growing in Grace. Labour to grow in Grace;
but yet that is not all, they that Are in christ, and have Some good hold of him by Faith, have further need to be prepared for Eternal Glory. As viz. 1. By growing in Grace. Labour to grow in Grace;
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thou art but a dwarf, a babe, yet it would be a fearful thing for thee not to grow; (as it is to see a little child not grow,) you must come to a perfect man, to a full stature if you be Christ's,
thou art but a dwarf, a babe, yet it would be a fearful thing for thee not to grow; (as it is to see a little child not grow,) you must come to a perfect man, to a full stature if you be Christ's,
If you be one that shall live in Heaven forever ( i. e. in the perfection and adult state of Grace) you must grow while you are in your childhood here on Earth, Eph•s. 4.13.14, 15. Think often of the necessity, the absolute necessity of growth.
If you be one that shall live in Heaven forever (i. e. in the perfection and adult state of Grace) you must grow while you Are in your childhood Here on Earth, Eph•s. 4.13.14, 15. Think often of the necessity, the absolute necessity of growth.
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For there is perfection (which how far am I short of) and and I must press and get on nearer and nearer towards that perfection while I am in the way to it ▪ if ever I get thither.
For there is perfection (which how Far am I short of) and and I must press and get on nearer and nearer towards that perfection while I am in the Way to it ▪ if ever I get thither.
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Negl•ct of growth is the High way to Apost••y Heb. 6.1.4. q. d. unl•ss we go toward perfection we shall go backwards, and be in danger of utter Apostacy.
Negl•ct of growth is the High Way to Apost••y Hebrew 6.1.4. q. worser. unl•ss we go towards perfection we shall go backwards, and be in danger of utter Apostasy.
They that are indeed appointed for Heaven, ( i. e. for full and perfect Communion with God in Christ) shall keep travelling on till they come there. Oh therefore labour after growth:
They that Are indeed appointed for Heaven, (i. e. for full and perfect Communion with God in christ) shall keep traveling on till they come there. O Therefore labour After growth:
Be as hungry after milk to grow by, (labour as much for to take in the good of every Ordinance for growth) as ever you were at first Conversion to get Life,
Be as hungry After milk to grow by, (labour as much for to take in the good of every Ordinance for growth) as ever you were At First Conversion to get Life,
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or intense and earnest strivings (prayers, mournings, labours) after growth? Think it not a small matter to be in a stupified withered condition, rather of the losing than winning hand:
or intense and earnest strivings (Prayers, mournings, labours) After growth? Think it not a small matter to be in a Stupified withered condition, rather of the losing than winning hand:
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It is he that is a stranger and pilgrim in the Earth, and that dwells in tents here, ready on a short warning to pluck up stakes and be gone, that is a faithful seeker of that better Countrey and Traveller toward it, Heb. 11.9, 10, 13 ▪ 14, 19. You cannot have two homes,
It is he that is a stranger and pilgrim in the Earth, and that dwells in tents Here, ready on a short warning to pluck up stakes and be gone, that is a faithful seeker of that better Country and Traveller towards it, Hebrew 11.9, 10, 13 ▪ 14, 19. You cannot have two homes,
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expect not either a perpetual, nor yet a long abode here, (let not that be your inward thought, whi•e your outward and common word is, that we must all die,
expect not either a perpetual, nor yet a long Abided Here, (let not that be your inward Thought, whi•e your outward and Common word is, that we must all die,
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and expecting and waiting for your removal from hence into another World, Job 14.14. Heb. 13.14. when under the sanctified sense of our non-continuance in this City, we are in a fit posture of se•king one to come.
and expecting and waiting for your removal from hence into Another World, Job 14.14. Hebrew 13.14. when under the sanctified sense of our noncontinuance in this city, we Are in a fit posture of se•king one to come.
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And (saith he) I have given over all care and study, and only do I covet to be talking with him, whom I have alwayes studied to be withall, [ Fox vol ▪ 3. pag. 305. ] Heaven is the place of love, the letting out and acting of love between Christ and his Saints,
And (Says he) I have given over all care and study, and only do I covet to be talking with him, whom I have always studied to be withal, [ Fox vol ▪ 3. page. 305. ] Heaven is the place of love, the letting out and acting of love between christ and his Saints,
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Hence those that are fit for Heaven, are described by that Character, that they love his appearing, 2 Tim. 4.8. They love his company, and because but a little of it here, therefore they would go home to have it fully;
Hence those that Are fit for Heaven, Are described by that Character, that they love his appearing, 2 Tim. 4.8. They love his company, and Because but a little of it Here, Therefore they would go home to have it Fully;
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they love and long for the presence of Christ, and to enjoy it in the fulness thereof, Phil. 1.23. 2 Cor. 5.8. Let Christ alone have your hearts, your whole hearts, let them not be divided and scattered to other things:
they love and long for the presence of christ, and to enjoy it in the fullness thereof, Philip 1.23. 2 Cor. 5.8. Let christ alone have your hearts, your Whole hearts, let them not be divided and scattered to other things:
but doing the work appointed you in his name and for his Glory, then blessed are you, Luk. 12.40, 42, 43, 44. Do what God hath appointed, called you to,
but doing the work appointed you in his name and for his Glory, then blessed Are you, Luk. 12.40, 42, 43, 44. Do what God hath appointed, called you to,
as to get thy soul settled in assurance of Gods love, to clear up thy evidences, make thy Calling sure, to get down such rebellious strong Corruptions, &c. or in thy place, in thy Family, Church, Common wealth, is their service to be done which God calls loud for.
as to get thy soul settled in assurance of God's love, to clear up thy evidences, make thy Calling sure, to get down such rebellious strong Corruptions, etc. or in thy place, in thy Family, Church, Common wealth, is their service to be done which God calls loud for.
great is the danger of missing the good of the promise and miscarry•ng at last ( Heb. 4.1.) unspeakable is the happiness of those that obtain it. Hence are we to watch;
great is the danger of missing the good of the promise and miscarry•ng At last (Hebrew 4.1.) unspeakable is the happiness of those that obtain it. Hence Are we to watch;
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watch against all the enemies of our Eternal Salvation, within and without (watch to escape all the snares and dangers that lye in the way, the snare of thy own Iniquity, the snares of an evil intoxing and and deceitful World, &c. ) Luk. 21.34, 35, 36. watch unto duty to be attentive therein, Ephes. 6.18 And watch and wait for God and for his coming to call us hence, observing also his goings towards you in all his dispensations, that we may be ready to attend him and meet him therein,
watch against all the enemies of our Eternal Salvation, within and without (watch to escape all the snares and dangers that lie in the Way, the snare of thy own Iniquity, the snares of an evil intoxing and and deceitful World, etc.) Luk. 21.34, 35, 36. watch unto duty to be attentive therein, Ephesians 6.18 And watch and wait for God and for his coming to call us hence, observing also his goings towards you in all his dispensations, that we may be ready to attend him and meet him therein,
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And if after Conversion (as oft it comes to pass) after first affection and prosession, you have fallen into slumbering fits and secure frames (while so, you are not ready,
And if After Conversion (as oft it comes to pass) After First affection and procession, you have fallen into slumbering fits and secure frames (while so, you Are not ready,
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So the wise Virgins are after their slumbering time, Mat. 25.5, 6, 7, 10. Oh in prove all the lights (v. 6.) God lifts up in word and works to that ends to get awake that we may be ready for Everlasting Communion with the Lord.
So the wise Virgins Are After their slumbering time, Mathew 25.5, 6, 7, 10. O in prove all the lights (v. 6.) God lifts up in word and works to that ends to get awake that we may be ready for Everlasting Communion with the Lord.
how should our minds and hearts be upon it, as the heart of the Heir is upon the Estate he shall have at full Age, of a Prince upon the Kingdom he is to come unto,
how should our minds and hearts be upon it, as the heart of the Heir is upon the Estate he shall have At full Age, of a Prince upon the Kingdom he is to come unto,
and should still be the Journey's end and Rest of all our thoughts and desires, which we should be travelling after) our thoughts are capable of ascending into Heaven now,
and should still be the Journey's end and Rest of all our thoughts and Desires, which we should be traveling After) our thoughts Are capable of ascending into Heaven now,
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when as they might mount upward, and walk at liberty in the Galleries of Glory, in the sweet presence of God by the help of his word (for do not rove into empty, vain, soaring speculations,
when as they might mount upward, and walk At liberty in the Galleries of Glory, in the sweet presence of God by the help of his word (for doe not rove into empty, vain, soaring speculations,
Love, esteem, desire, delight in the things of God and Heaven, and chuse them before all the things of the World, Col. 3.1, 2. that your hearts may be there (having taken up your treasure and portion there) before your persons be,
Love, esteem, desire, delight in the things of God and Heaven, and choose them before all the things of the World, Col. 3.1, 2. that your hearts may be there (having taken up your treasure and portion there) before your Persons be,
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as Act. 7.39, Though their bodies never returned in A•gypt, yet in their hearts they went back thither, (and so many whose faces by pro•e•ion are toward Canaan, Heaven,
as Act. 7.39, Though their bodies never returned in A•gypt, yet in their hearts they went back thither, (and so many whose faces by pro•e•ion Are towards Canaan, Heaven,
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But hence despise and dis-affect •l• Earthly in Comparison of H•avenly things, that we are said to mind most, which we have most affection and spirit for, which we lost most.
But hence despise and disaffect •l• Earthly in Comparison of H•avenly things, that we Are said to mind most, which we have most affection and Spirit for, which we lost most.
If we have any true taste of Heavenly things, we cannot but prefer them before all Earthly things whatsoever, 2 Cor. 4.18. 3. Drive a trade for Heaven.
If we have any true taste of Heavenly things, we cannot but prefer them before all Earthly things whatsoever, 2 Cor. 4.18. 3. Drive a trade for Heaven.
Christ teaches us to be dayly trading, Heaven, when he teaches us to pray dayly unto God as our Father which is in Heaven, to God in Christ as an Heavenly Father,
christ Teaches us to be daily trading, Heaven, when he Teaches us to pray daily unto God as our Father which is in Heaven, to God in christ as an Heavenly Father,
an Heavenly Majesty, and a fountain of H•avenly good things, that hath Heavenly (has Spirit Grace, Fellowship with himself) to give to them that ask him, to them that trade with him by Prayer for such things, Luk. 11.13. Let the Commodities of Heaven be above all precious to you:
an Heavenly Majesty, and a fountain of H•avenly good things, that hath Heavenly (has Spirit Grace, Fellowship with himself) to give to them that ask him, to them that trade with him by Prayer for such things, Luk. 11.13. Let the Commodities of Heaven be above all precious to you:
and have it repayed you there, (as every spiritual adventure most surely shall, Mark 10.22, 30. Mat. 5.11, 12.) Heb. 11.25, 26. and be sensible of Every stoppage between Heaven and your Souls, of any interruption of Intercourse between Christ and you:
and have it repaid you there, (as every spiritual adventure most surely shall, Mark 10.22, 30. Mathew 5.11, 12.) Hebrew 11.25, 26. and be sensible of Every stoppage between Heaven and your Souls, of any interruption of Intercourse between christ and you:
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It is a meditation of that Holy Martyr Bradford, on that Clause the Lords Prayer, Our Father [ which art in Heaven ] that the Lord would teach us to Judge of his Fatherly love by Heavenly Benefits,
It is a meditation of that Holy Martyr Bradford, on that Clause the lords Prayer, Our Father [ which art in Heaven ] that the Lord would teach us to Judge of his Fatherly love by Heavenly Benefits,
so that by (this direction in our dayly Prayers) the Lord would pull up our minds from Earth and Earthly to Heaven and Heavenly things [ Bradfords Meditations pag. 21.22. ] If we sh••l• look upon Earthl•, outward, visible and present things, how often might the p•••• of God (the truly pious) be judged to be of all men m•st miserable 1 Cor. 15.19.
so that by (this direction in our daily Prayers) the Lord would pull up our minds from Earth and Earthly to Heaven and Heavenly things [ Bradfords Meditations page. 21.22. ] If we sh••l• look upon Earthl•, outward, visible and present things, how often might the p•••• of God (the truly pious) be judged to be of all men m•st miserable 1 Cor. 15.19.
and given them in the promise, and then you may see them unspeakably happy, Jam. 2.5. 2 Cor. 4.16, 18. If you are the Children of God, you are men for Heaven, and your Interest lyes there;
and given them in the promise, and then you may see them unspeakably happy, Jam. 2.5. 2 Cor. 4.16, 18. If you Are the Children of God, you Are men for Heaven, and your Interest lies there;
If it be Affliction, Tribulation, yea manifold sorrows and Exercises if they set you nearer Heaven (nearer God and more in his besom) those are happy afflictions,
If it be Affliction, Tribulation, yea manifold sorrows and Exercises if they Set you nearer Heaven (nearer God and more in his besom) those Are happy afflictions,
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truly you have little cause to rejoyce in that prosperity, but to mourn over your selves, Heb. 9.1. That is to us the best wind that lyes •air for Heaven, from what quarter soever it comes.
truly you have little cause to rejoice in that Prosperity, but to mourn over your selves, Hebrew 9.1. That is to us the best wind that lies •air for Heaven, from what quarter soever it comes.
5. Improve Heaven (or Eternal Glory in the World to come) and the promise and hopes of it unto diligence, faithfulness and fruitfulness in Gods work, the work that God sets you to do here upon the Earth, so 1 Cor. 15.58.
5. Improve Heaven (or Eternal Glory in the World to come) and the promise and hope's of it unto diligence, faithfulness and fruitfulness in God's work, the work that God sets you to do Here upon the Earth, so 1 Cor. 15.58.
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Improve your Talents ( i. e. all opportunities, and abilities, gifts, graces and means to do good, to do service to God) for the promoting of the Glory of God,
Improve your Talents (i. e. all opportunities, and abilities, Gifts, graces and means to do good, to do service to God) for the promoting of the Glory of God,
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as hard as fighting, 1 Tim. 6.12. 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. as running in a race, 1 Cor 9.24, 25. as wrestling, Ephes. 6.12. or for Heavenly things, or the work of our particular Calling, place and station wherein God hath set us in Family, Church or Common-wealth;
as hard as fighting, 1 Tim. 6.12. 2 Tim. 4.7, 8. as running in a raze, 1 Cor 9.24, 25. as wrestling, Ephesians 6.12. or for Heavenly things, or the work of our particular Calling, place and station wherein God hath Set us in Family, Church or Commonwealth;
be Diligent, Industrious, Faithful and Constant also, not byassed by Temptations on the right hand or the left, not made unserviceable by discouragement or discontent, (that is a woful thing,
be Diligent, Industria, Faithful and Constant also, not biased by Temptations on the right hand or the left, not made unserviceable by discouragement or discontent, (that is a woeful thing,
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so to disquiet, distemper or discourage him as to make him unserviceable, and take him off from doing good work) not cast into a sleep by sloth and sluggishness:
so to disquiet, distemper or discourage him as to make him unserviceable, and take him off from doing good work) not cast into a sleep by sloth and sluggishness:
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Why Heaven should make us cheerfully to suffer for God, to go through suffering work ▪ whether losses or positive sorrows that the Lord tryes us with here, Heb. 11.26. Mat. 5.11, 13. Heb. 12.1, 2. The Saints have been wont to improve Heaven unto strength and constancy into suffering work, 2 Cor. 4.26, 17. Rom. 8.18. Heb. 10.34.
Why Heaven should make us cheerfully to suffer for God, to go through suffering work ▪ whither losses or positive sorrows that the Lord tries us with Here, Hebrew 11.26. Mathew 5.11, 13. Hebrew 12.1, 2. The Saints have been wont to improve Heaven unto strength and constancy into suffering work, 2 Cor. 4.26, 17. Rom. 8.18. Hebrew 10.34.
and shall we stick at serving the Blessed God who sets before us such a recompense of reward as Eternal Glory is? Were ever any losers by him, either doing or suffering for him? No; Mark. 10.29, 33.
and shall we stick At serving the Blessed God who sets before us such a recompense of reward as Eternal Glory is? Were ever any losers by him, either doing or suffering for him? No; Mark. 10.29, 33.
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2. At the day of Christs appearing, none will be more sharply rebuked and ashamed than the Idle slothful Servant, Mat. 25.26, 27, 30. He might say what hurt did I do ▪ I did no body any hurt with my talent, I did not do mischief with my wit and time, and strength:
2. At the day of Christ appearing, none will be more sharply rebuked and ashamed than the Idle slothful Servant, Mathew 25.26, 27, 30. He might say what hurt did I do ▪ I did no body any hurt with my talon, I did not doe mischief with my wit and time, and strength:
Yea, but what good did you do? what good work did you imploy your self in for the Glory of God and the good of men? Sins of omission whereby men can let alone their work (this and that should be done,
Yea, but what good did you do? what good work did you employ your self in for the Glory of God and the good of men? Sins of omission whereby men can let alone their work (this and that should be done,
and that will be sweet, as the rest of the Labouring-man is, Psal. 104.23. Methinks we should keep close at our work, and hold out in it till the evening of this life. (It is no long summers-day, it is but a short a moment any time, compar'd with what follows,) and then you shall go to bed in rest and peace, Isa. 57.2.
and that will be sweet, as the rest of the Labouring-man is, Psalm 104.23. Methinks we should keep close At our work, and hold out in it till the evening of this life. (It is no long Summer's day, it is but a short a moment any time, compared with what follows,) and then you shall go to Bed in rest and peace, Isaiah 57.2.
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and not have your work to do when your time is out, that you may with Comfort in measure say as Joh. 17.4. 4. We shall lose the reward of our work, if we do not follow our work to purpose, 2 Joh. 8. working by halves is the way to lose all our work, i. e. working idly, negligently, slothfully; or working unconstantly and unfaithfully;
and not have your work to do when your time is out, that you may with Comfort in measure say as John 17.4. 4. We shall loose the reward of our work, if we do not follow our work to purpose, 2 John 8. working by halves is the Way to loose all our work, i. e. working idly, negligently, slothfully; or working unconstantly and unfaithfully;
unstedfastly, going in, and giving over, not holding out, but falling off from the truth or the wayes and service of God (which the Apostle in that place, 2 Joh. 8. speaks of,
unsteadfastly, going in, and giving over, not holding out, but falling off from the truth or the ways and service of God (which the Apostle in that place, 2 John 8. speaks of,
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and gives warning against) this brings a Curse instead of a Blessing or reward, Jerem. 48.10. Malach. 1.14. Heb. 10.38. 6. Improve Heaven unto fitness for, and Comfort in Death.
and gives warning against) this brings a Curse instead of a Blessing or reward, Jeremiah 48.10. Malachi 1.14. Hebrew 10.38. 6. Improve Heaven unto fitness for, and Comfort in Death.
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This chief of Joyes is able to master the King of Terrours, and to cause the Believer to Triumph over it, 1 Cor. 15.54, 57. 2 Cor. 5.1.4. Death is a departing out of, if we speak of this life, (this poor, sorry, sinfull, weary life) such a one we say departed this life:
This chief of Joys is able to master the King of Terrors, and to cause the Believer to Triumph over it, 1 Cor. 15.54, 57. 2 Cor. 5.1.4. Death is a departing out of, if we speak of this life, (this poor, sorry, sinful, weary life) such a one we say departed this life:
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1. Make the Saints willing to die, (of readiness and fitness for it in other respects, we speak somewhat under the third head) not willing to break away from their work before they have done it, out of frowardness, weariness and discontent,
1. Make the Saints willing to die, (of readiness and fitness for it in other respects, we speak somewhat under the third head) not willing to break away from their work before they have done it, out of frowardness, weariness and discontent,
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But willing to go home, and to leave all the World, and pass through the dark entry of Death, that they may go to God, go home to Christ in Heaven when ever his time shall be come.
But willing to go home, and to leave all the World, and pass through the dark entry of Death, that they may go to God, go home to christ in Heaven when ever his time shall be come.
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And your parting with that for a time, is in order to an happy meeting, Phil. 1.23. while Gods work, service and Glory, and the good of his people detains him here, he is willing to tarry;
And your parting with that for a time, is in order to an happy meeting, Philip 1.23. while God's work, service and Glory, and the good of his people detains him Here, he is willing to tarry;
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but otherwise desirous to be gone, when he looks forward to that that will be the Issue and Consequent of his departure or dissolution, viz. The full enjoyment of Christs Company, which is better than all the World.
but otherwise desirous to be gone, when he looks forward to that that will be the Issue and Consequent of his departure or dissolution, viz. The full enjoyment of Christ Company, which is better than all the World.
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Death will do that for you, that all Ordinances, all afflictions, all means could not do, it will presently carry you near, very near, fully near to Christ, into full and everlasting fellowship with him.
Death will do that for you, that all Ordinances, all afflictions, all means could not do, it will presently carry you near, very near, Fully near to christ, into full and everlasting fellowship with him.
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