The grand inquiry who is the righteous man: or, The character of a true beleever in his approaches towards heaven. Whereunto is added The resolution of a case of separation betwixt man and wife, propounded to the author by a party much concerned. By William Moore rector at Whalley in Lancashire.
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I speak not now of that frothy, flashy, foolish mirth of the world; Oh miseri quorum gaudia crimen habet, Miserable we that cannot be merry without sin:
I speak not now of that frothy, flashy, foolish mirth of the world; O miseri quorum Gaudia crimen habet, Miserable we that cannot be merry without since:
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And when ever was the word more seasonable, then whilest the Saints are weeping to behold those sad rents and schisms of their mother the Church, the wounds she receives in the house of her friends? It is Solomons counsel, Prov. 31.6. Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts:
And when ever was the word more seasonable, then whilst the Saints Are weeping to behold those sad rends and schisms of their mother the Church, the wounds she receives in the house of her Friends? It is Solomons counsel, Curae 31.6. Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts:
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Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin? The affirmative interrogation implies a more vehement negation, that indeed none can say it, and say truly.
Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my since? The affirmative interrogation Implies a more vehement negation, that indeed none can say it, and say truly.
then who can say that he is righteous? How righteous, and yet a sinner? and this before God too, who sees all things as they are? This is indeed the darkest riddle in Divinity, one of the greatest mysteries in the Gospel.
then who can say that he is righteous? How righteous, and yet a sinner? and this before God too, who sees all things as they Are? This is indeed the Darkest riddle in Divinity, one of the greatest Mysteres in the Gospel.
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What is it to tell you of a seed-time of light here, and a harvest of joy hereafter? we see the strain of the Scriptures, full indeed of precious and sweet promises,
What is it to tell you of a seedtime of Light Here, and a harvest of joy hereafter? we see the strain of the Scriptures, full indeed of precious and sweet promises,
or to lay hold upon those joyes? When they brought before him the woman that was taken in adultery, saith our Saviour to her accusers, He that is without sin cast the first stone at her.
or to lay hold upon those Joys? When they brought before him the woman that was taken in adultery, Says our Saviour to her accusers, He that is without since cast the First stone At her.
but as if he should say, Let no man rejoyce? This word is as the Cherubims at the gates of Paradise, to exclude all hope, that none might enter in at those everlasting doors.
but as if he should say, Let no man rejoice? This word is as the Cherubims At the gates of Paradise, to exclude all hope, that none might enter in At those everlasting doors.
Therefore he casts clouds upon it, because he knowes, that the right understanding of these things, is that which sets open the gates of heaven to poor penitent sinners:
Therefore he Cast Clouds upon it, Because he knows, that the right understanding of these things, is that which sets open the gates of heaven to poor penitent Sinners:
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but of counsel, works of supererogation too; a doing of more then the Law requires. Hence their Pardons, Indulgences, and the like, out of those overflowing merits of the Saints.
but of counsel, works of supererogation too; a doing of more then the Law requires. Hence their Pardons, Indulgences, and the like, out of those overflowing merits of the Saints.
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therefore consult we with the sacred Oracles, the writings of the Prophets and Apostles, those holy men who spake as they were moved by the holy Ghost.
Therefore consult we with the sacred Oracles, the writings of the prophets and Apostles, those holy men who spoke as they were moved by the holy Ghost.
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when we perform a perfect, exact, unsinning obedience to the whole Law of God. This righteousness of the Law is the righteousness of Works. Rom. 10.5. Moses describeth the righteousness of the Law, that the man which doth those things shall live by them.
when we perform a perfect, exact, unsinning Obedience to the Whole Law of God. This righteousness of the Law is the righteousness of Works. Rom. 10.5. Moses Describeth the righteousness of the Law, that the man which does those things shall live by them.
nay more then the Law requires, else why do they tell us of the works of supererogation? or from whence should arise that treasure of Saints merits, which the Pope dispenses to redeem souls out of Purgatory? So the Pharisees trusted in themselves, that they were righteous;
nay more then the Law requires, Else why do they tell us of the works of supererogation? or from whence should arise that treasure of Saints merits, which the Pope dispenses to Redeem Souls out of Purgatory? So the Pharisees trusted in themselves, that they were righteous;
1. Is there any that doth all things that are written in this book, and continues in so doing? It is a passage in the prayer of Solomon, 1 King. 8.46. If they sin against thee (for there is no man that sinneth not) and thou be angry, &c. If they sin against thee:
1. Is there any that does all things that Are written in this book, and continues in so doing? It is a passage in the prayer of Solomon, 1 King. 8.46. If they sin against thee (for there is no man that Sinneth not) and thou be angry, etc. If they sin against thee:
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Not any man whatsoever, not the most holy, the most righteous man. The words are express, Eccles. 7.20. There is not a just man upon earth, that doth good and sinneth not.
Not any man whatsoever, not the most holy, the most righteous man. The words Are express, Eccles. 7.20. There is not a just man upon earth, that does good and Sinneth not.
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he brings in himself amongst them, though he was a servant of Jesus Christ, and a Minister of the Gospel, 1 Joh. 1.8. If we say, we have no sin, we deceive our selves.
he brings in himself among them, though he was a servant of jesus christ, and a Minister of the Gospel, 1 John 1.8. If we say, we have no since, we deceive our selves.
Nay not some, but all, Ephes. 2.1, 2, 3. And you hath he quickned, who were dead in trespasses and sins, wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the Prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience, among whom also we all had our conversation in times past.
Nay not Some, but all, Ephesians 2.1, 2, 3. And you hath he quickened, who were dead in Trespasses and Sins, wherein in time passed you walked according to the course of this world, according to the Prince of the power of the air, the Spirit that now works in the children of disobedience, among whom also we all had our Conversation in times past.
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Now who shall expiate those sins for us, or quit us from that former guilt in the time of our ignorance, that so we may appear as righteous in the sight of God?
Now who shall expiate those Sins for us, or quit us from that former guilt in the time of our ignorance, that so we may appear as righteous in the sighed of God?
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3. But suppose we could clear our selves of actual transgression, and say with the young man in the Gospel, we have kept all the Commandements of God from our youth up, yet we know that we are born in sin. Ephes. 2.3. We are by nature the children of wrath even as others.
3. But suppose we could clear our selves of actual Transgression, and say with the young man in the Gospel, we have kept all the commandments of God from our youth up, yet we know that we Are born in since. Ephesians 2.3. We Are by nature the children of wrath even as Others.
All by nature in the same condition. And why children of wrath, but because born in sin? Job 14.4. Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? Not one.
All by nature in the same condition. And why children of wrath, but Because born in since? Job 14.4. Who can bring a clean thing out of an unclean? Not one.
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yet then consider what must necessarily follow. Surely to such a man there would be no need of Christ. Mat. 9.12. They that be whole need not the physitian, but they that be sick. Christ is the great.
yet then Consider what must necessarily follow. Surely to such a man there would be no need of christ. Mathew 9.12. They that be Whole need not the Physician, but they that be sick. christ is the great.
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in vain is it that he died for all men. It is not mine, but the Apostles inference, Gal 2.21. If righteousness come by the Law, then Christ is dead in vain.
in vain is it that he died for all men. It is not mine, but the Apostles Inference, Gall 2.21. If righteousness come by the Law, then christ is dead in vain.
Those that pretend to the righteousness of works, they do what lies in them to make the death and passion of our blessed Saviour in vain and to no purpose.
Those that pretend to the righteousness of works, they do what lies in them to make the death and passion of our blessed Saviour in vain and to no purpose.
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5. But suppose that they stood in need, as our adversaries will acknowledge it in another way, to merit for them, that they may be able to merit for themselves:
5. But suppose that they stood in need, as our Adversaries will acknowledge it in Another Way, to merit for them, that they may be able to merit for themselves:
Saith our Saviour to the Pharisees, who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, Mat. 9.13. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. And Mat. 18.11. The Son of man is come to save that which is lost.
Says our Saviour to the Pharisees, who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, Mathew 9.13. I Come not to call the righteous, but Sinners to Repentance. And Mathew 18.11. The Son of man is come to save that which is lost.
The Apostle shall conclude this point, Gal. 5.4. Christ is become of none effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the Law; ye are faln from Grace.
The Apostle shall conclude this point, Gal. 5.4. christ is become of none Effect unto you, whosoever of you Are justified by the Law; you Are fallen from Grace.
The Churches of Galatia were exceedingly troubled with these Pharisaical Justiciaries, and indeed his whole Epistle is nothing in a manner but a confutation of such proud and vain boasting:
The Churches of Galatia were exceedingly troubled with these Pharisaical Justiciaries, and indeed his Whole Epistle is nothing in a manner but a confutation of such proud and vain boasting:
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To this we exhort and charge you, 1 Tim. 6.17. You that are rich in this world, that ye do good, that ye be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up in store for your selves a good foundation for the time to come, that ye may lay hold upon eternall life.
To this we exhort and charge you, 1 Tim. 6.17. You that Are rich in this world, that you do good, that you be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up in store for your selves a good Foundation for the time to come, that you may lay hold upon Eternal life.
Thus in the way of thankfulnesse, in the way of obedience, and that you may receive the crown of righteousness, a greater measure and degree of glory, no Papist in the world can more earnestly preach works then we do.
Thus in the Way of thankfulness, in the Way of Obedience, and that you may receive the crown of righteousness, a greater measure and degree of glory, no Papist in the world can more earnestly preach works then we do.
And it is observed, that in lesse then one hundred years since the Reformation, more works of charity have been done in England then in three hundred years before. (Wo is me, that latter times are grown more barren in good works, more fruitful in the works of darkness.
And it is observed, that in less then one hundred Years since the Reformation, more works of charity have been done in England then in three hundred Years before. (Woe is me, that latter times Are grown more barren in good works, more fruitful in the works of darkness.
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But so it was prophesied, because iniquity shal abound, the love of many shall wax cold.) Yet when all this is spoken, it is not to merit heaven by so doing. Ephes. 2.8. By grace ye are saved through Faith, and that not of your selves, it is the gift of God:
But so it was prophesied, Because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold.) Yet when all this is spoken, it is not to merit heaven by so doing. Ephesians 2.8. By grace you Are saved through Faith, and that not of your selves, it is the gift of God:
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We are created to good works, yet not saved by them, lest any man should boast. Rom. 4.2. If Abraham were justified by works, he hath whereof to glory.
We Are created to good works, yet not saved by them, lest any man should boast. Rom. 4.2. If Abraham were justified by works, he hath whereof to glory.
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It is not of works therefore, but meerly of free Grace. Rom. 4.4. To him that worketh is the reward reckoned, not of grace, but of debt. And Rom. 11.6. If by Grace, then is it no more of Works:
It is not of works Therefore, but merely of free Grace. Rom. 4.4. To him that works is the reward reckoned, not of grace, but of debt. And Rom. 11.6. If by Grace, then is it no more of Works:
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So not to discourage Works, but to take you off from that self-justification in a legal way, and to build your Faith upon the sure foundation. I proceed to
So not to discourage Works, but to take you off from that self-justification in a Legal Way, and to built your Faith upon the sure Foundation. I proceed to
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There is a remarkable expression, and it is worthy our observation, Rom. 9.30. The Gentiles which followed not after righteousnesse, have attained unto righteousnesse, even the righteousnesse which is of Faith:
There is a remarkable expression, and it is worthy our observation, Rom. 9.30. The Gentiles which followed not After righteousness, have attained unto righteousness, even the righteousness which is of Faith:
The more we seek for it in this legall way, the further we are carried from it. Rom. 10.3. They being ignorant of Gods righteousnesse, and going about to establish their own righteousnesse, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousnesse of God.
The more we seek for it in this Legal Way, the further we Are carried from it. Rom. 10.3. They being ignorant of God's righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God.
In the Lord have I righteousnesse, and in the Lord shall all Israel be justified. Hence Jer. 23.6. This is his Name whereby he shall be called, THE LORD OVR RIGHTEOUSNES.
In the Lord have I righteousness, and in the Lord shall all Israel be justified. Hence Jer. 23.6. This is his Name whereby he shall be called, THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS.
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And as it is the language of the Prophets, so of the Apostles. Hence is it that they call it the Righteousnesse of God. Rom. 3.21. The righteousnesse of God without the Law is manifested.
And as it is the language of the prophets, so of the Apostles. Hence is it that they call it the Righteousness of God. Rom. 3.21. The righteousness of God without the Law is manifested.
1. We receive this righteousnesse into our heads, hence knowing sometimes is set for believing. Joh. 17.3. This is life eternal to know thee — and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent.
1. We receive this righteousness into our Heads, hence knowing sometime is Set for believing. John 17.3. This is life Eternal to know thee — and jesus christ whom thou hast sent.
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So the Apostle followes it, Phil. 3.10. That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable to his death.
So the Apostle follows it, Philip 3.10. That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable to his death.
And this at once, if righly understood, easily reconciles St. Pauls conclusion, That a man is justified by Faith without the deeds of the Law, with that of St. James, Ye see then,
And this At once, if righly understood, Easily reconciles Saint Paul's conclusion, That a man is justified by Faith without the Deeds of the Law, with that of Saint James, You see then,
God imputes that righteousnesse of Christ to us, if we thus believe. Jam. 2.23. Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousnesse, and he was called the friend of God.
God imputes that righteousness of christ to us, if we thus believe. Jam. 2.23. Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness, and he was called the friend of God.
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Not a Putative righteousnesse, as our Adversaries scornfully reproach it, but a reall righteousnesse, the righteousnesse of Christ, yet an imputed righteousnesse.
Not a Putative righteousness, as our Adversaries scornfully reproach it, but a real righteousness, the righteousness of christ, yet an imputed righteousness.
We are justified in the same way, and by the same faith, that Abraham was. Gal. 3.6. Even as Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousnesse.
We Are justified in the same Way, and by the same faith, that Abraham was. Gal. 3.6. Even as Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness.
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So it is with us. Vers. 7. They that are of the faith of Abraham, are the children of Abraham. Vers. 9. They which be of the faith, are blessed with faithfull Abraham.
So it is with us. Vers. 7. They that Are of the faith of Abraham, Are the children of Abraham. Vers. 9. They which be of the faith, Are blessed with faithful Abraham.
What Abraham 's faith was, we read, Heb. 11.7. Abraham when he was tryed, by faith offered up Isaac, and he that had received the promises, offered up his only begotten son, of whom it was said, that in Isaac shall thy seed be called:
What Abraham is faith was, we read, Hebrew 11.7. Abraham when he was tried, by faith offered up Isaac, and he that had received the promises, offered up his only begotten son, of whom it was said, that in Isaac shall thy seed be called:
Did Abraham see no further then this figure? Yes doubtlesse, In this he beheld God sacrificing his own son, on that very mount, where he should have offered Isaac. Isaac was but the Figure, Christ is the Substance. Saith our Saviour, Joh. 8.56. Abraham rejoyced to see my day, and he saw it, and was glad.
Did Abraham see no further then this figure? Yes doubtless, In this he beheld God sacrificing his own son, on that very mount, where he should have offered Isaac. Isaac was but the Figure, christ is the Substance. Says our Saviour, John 8.56. Abraham rejoiced to see my day, and he saw it, and was glad.
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Abraham saw Christ with the eye of Faith, and believed on him, and testified his faith by his works, faith working by love, saith God, Gen. 22.12. Now I know thou lovest me, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me.
Abraham saw christ with the eye of Faith, and believed on him, and testified his faith by his works, faith working by love, Says God, Gen. 22.12. Now I know thou Lovest me, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me.
Though a sinner in himself, in relation to the righteousnesse of Works, yet without sin in Christ, in relation to the righteousnesse of Faith, the righteousnesse of Christ through faith imputed unto us for righteousnesse.
Though a sinner in himself, in Relation to the righteousness of Works, yet without since in christ, in Relation to the righteousness of Faith, the righteousness of christ through faith imputed unto us for righteousness.
And this is that righteousnesse which intitles us to all the promises, and gives us an interest in this joy of Saints. 1 Pet. 1.8. Believing ye rejoyce with joy unspeakable, and full of glory.
And this is that righteousness which entitles us to all the promises, and gives us an Interest in this joy of Saints. 1 Pet. 1.8. Believing you rejoice with joy unspeakable, and full of glory.
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Such was his singular love toward us, that he was content to take all our sins upon himself. 1 Pet. 2.24. He bare our sins in his own body on the tree. It was love indeed.
Such was his singular love towards us, that he was content to take all our Sins upon himself. 1 Pet. 2.24. He bore our Sins in his own body on the tree. It was love indeed.
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And a debt must not be twice paid, that stands not with Gods justice. Christ hath suffered for us, Dan. 9.26. After threescore and two weeks shall Messiah be cut off, but not for himself. Not for himself, but us.
And a debt must not be twice paid, that Stands not with God's Justice. christ hath suffered for us, Dan. 9.26. After threescore and two weeks shall Messiah be Cut off, but not for himself. Not for himself, but us.
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for if that had been accounted unto us for righteousnesse, it being a spotlesse and a perfect righteousnesse, there had been no need of his death and passion.
for if that had been accounted unto us for righteousness, it being a spotless and a perfect righteousness, there had been no need of his death and passion.
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Yet it is his bloud which redeems us from our sins, 1 Pet. 1.18. Ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold — but with the precious bloud of Christ.
Yet it is his blood which redeems us from our Sins, 1 Pet. 1.18. You were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold — but with the precious blood of christ.
by that bloud which was once shed, and but once (we need not a second sacrifice, that unbloudy sacrifice in the Masse for that purpose) Heb. 10.12. This man after he had offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, sat down on the right hand of God.
by that blood which was once shed, and but once (we need not a second sacrifice, that unbloody sacrifice in the Mass for that purpose) Hebrew 10.12. This man After he had offered one sacrifice for Sins for ever, sat down on the right hand of God.
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The bloud of this sacrifice, thus once offered on the Crosse at Jerusalem, is that which wipes off the score, 1 Joh. 1.7. The bloud of Christ cleanseth from all sin.
The blood of this sacrifice, thus once offered on the Cross At Jerusalem, is that which wipes off the score, 1 John 1.7. The blood of christ Cleanseth from all since.
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but he quite blots it out, that it may never be remembred any more. And this is that, which, if understood, clearly resolves the Riddle, and dissolves the cloud.
but he quite blots it out, that it may never be remembered any more. And this is that, which, if understood, clearly resolves the Riddle, and dissolves the cloud.
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but it is the righteousnesse of Faith, the righteousness of Christ imputed, Rom. 4.11. Abraham received the sign of circumcision, a seal of the righteousnesse of Faith, which he had being yet uncircumcised;
but it is the righteousness of Faith, the righteousness of christ imputed, Rom. 4.11. Abraham received the Signen of circumcision, a seal of the righteousness of Faith, which he had being yet uncircumcised;
And for the clearing of this, you hear, how Christ is become our surety, He bare our sins; that God is willing to receive the satisfaction at his hands, He hath laid upon him the iniquity of us all;
And for the clearing of this, you hear, how christ is become our surety, He bore our Sins; that God is willing to receive the satisfaction At his hands, He hath laid upon him the iniquity of us all;
and deny the perfection of the Saints, and devest them of all righteousnesse. Though we deny the righteousnesse of works, the leaven of the Scribes and Pharises;
and deny the perfection of the Saints, and devest them of all righteousness. Though we deny the righteousness of works, the leaven of the Scribes and Pharisees;
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yet do we not shew you a righteousnesse of Faith? Nay, a more absolute and perfect righteousnesse then any they dream on? Suppose they should keep the Law,
yet do we not show you a righteousness of Faith? Nay, a more absolute and perfect righteousness then any they dream on? Suppose they should keep the Law,
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nay beyond that of Angels, it is the righteousness of God. 2 Cor. 5.21. He hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin, that we might be made the righteousnesse of God in him.
nay beyond that of Angels, it is the righteousness of God. 2 Cor. 5.21. He hath made him to be since for us, who knew no since, that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
The righteousnesse which they speak on, suppose it were as big as they boast, yet it is but the righteousnesse of the creature, and it hath its blemishes:
The righteousness which they speak on, suppose it were as big as they boast, yet it is but the righteousness of the creature, and it hath its blemishes:
but this is the righteousnesse of God, therefore without spot, and without blemish. Hence we read those high expressions, Cant. 4.7. Thou art all fair my love, there is no spot in thee.
but this is the righteousness of God, Therefore without spot, and without blemish. Hence we read those high expressions, Cant 4.7. Thou art all fair my love, there is no spot in thee.
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That he might present it to himself a glorious Church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing, but that it should be holy and without blemish. 2. Therefore an unchangeable righteousnesse.
That he might present it to himself a glorious Church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing, but that it should be holy and without blemish. 2. Therefore an unchangeable righteousness.
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and the Angels kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, and therefore, saith St. Jude, they are reserved in everlasting chains under darknesse to the judgement of the great day. But, Mal. 3.6. I am the Lord, I change not.
and the Angels kept not their First estate, but left their own habitation, and Therefore, Says Saint U^de, they Are reserved in everlasting chains under darkness to the judgement of the great day. But, Malachi 3.6. I am the Lord, I change not.
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And as is himself, so is his righteousnesse, unchangeable. Dan. 9.24. Seventy weeks are determined upon the people, and upon the holy city, to finish transgression,
And as is himself, so is his righteousness, unchangeable. Dan. 9.24. Seventy weeks Are determined upon the people, and upon the holy City, to finish Transgression,
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Not with whom, but in whom: the meaning is, that God in Christ is well pleased with us also. Ephes. 5.2. He hath given himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God, for a sweet smelling savour.
Not with whom, but in whom: the meaning is, that God in christ is well pleased with us also. Ephesians 5.2. He hath given himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God, for a sweet smelling savour.
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When Jacob appeared before his father in the garments of his brother Esau, See, saith Isaac, the smell of my son is as the smell of a field which the Lord hath blessed:
When Jacob appeared before his father in the garments of his brother Esau, See, Says Isaac, the smell of my son is as the smell of a field which the Lord hath blessed:
So not to denude the people, but to cloathe them with that absolute and perfect righteousnesse, that everlasting and unchangeable righteousnesse, that acceptable and wel-pleasing righteousnesse, the righteousnesse of God which is my faith.
So not to denude the people, but to cloth them with that absolute and perfect righteousness, that everlasting and unchangeable righteousness, that acceptable and Well-pleasing righteousness, the righteousness of God which is my faith.
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It is the strongest tye that can be laid upon any rationall and ingenuous spirit. This is the true Evangelical way, Rom. 4.2. Know ye not, that the goodnesse of God leads you to repentance? This is Gods way, Hos. 11.4. I drew them with cords of a man, with bands of love:
It is the Strongest tie that can be laid upon any rational and ingenuous Spirit. This is the true Evangelical Way, Rom. 4.2. Know you not, that the Goodness of God leads you to Repentance? This is God's Way, Hos. 11.4. I drew them with cords of a man, with bans of love:
Samson himself cannot break these bands, if once they be laid on indeed. 1 Joh. 3.3. Every man that hath this hope in him, purifieth himself, even as he is pure.
samson himself cannot break these bans, if once they be laid on indeed. 1 John 3.3. Every man that hath this hope in him, Purifieth himself, even as he is pure.
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What was his purpose in it? Luk. 1.74. He hath delivered us out of the hands of our enemies, that we might serve him without fear, in holinesse and righteousnesse before him all our daies.
What was his purpose in it? Luk. 1.74. He hath Delivered us out of the hands of our enemies, that we might serve him without Fear, in holiness and righteousness before him all our days.
This was his end, therefore was it he delivered us, that we might serve him, as in righteousnesse, so in the truth of holinesse. Thus Tit. 2.14. He gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purifie unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
This was his end, Therefore was it he Delivered us, that we might serve him, as in righteousness, so in the truth of holiness. Thus Tit. 2.14. He gave himself for us, that he might Redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
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You that were sometimes alienated, and enemies in your minde by wicked works, yet now hath he reconciled, in the body of his flesh through death, to present you holy,
You that were sometime alienated, and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now hath he reconciled, in the body of his Flesh through death, to present you holy,
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True faith, as I told you, is not an idle speculative notion of the brain; but a powerfull working grace upon the heart. Act. 15.9. Purifying their hearts by faith.
True faith, as I told you, is not an idle speculative notion of the brain; but a powerful working grace upon the heart. Act. 15.9. Purifying their hearts by faith.
Those that pretend to faith, and have not their hearts in some measure purified, they do but flatter themselves with a meer fancy, and a vain presumption.
Those that pretend to faith, and have not their hearts in Some measure purified, they do but flatter themselves with a mere fancy, and a vain presumption.
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David 's three Worthies will adventure through the whole host of the Philistims to fetch water from the well at Bethlehem, out of their love to David. And St. Paul commends the Macedonians, that to their power,
David is three Worthies will adventure through the Whole host of the philistines to fetch water from the well At Bethlehem, out of their love to David. And Saint Paul commends the Macedonians, that to their power,
It is but a counterfeit, a false faith, and receives but a counterfeit, a false righteousnesse, not the righteousnesse of God which is by the faith of Jesus.
It is but a counterfeit, a false faith, and receives but a counterfeit, a false righteousness, not the righteousness of God which is by the faith of jesus.
For what fellowship hath righteousnesse with unrighteousnesse? Where the righteousnesse of God is, it transformes us in some measure into its own likenesse. 2 Cor. 3.18.
For what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? Where the righteousness of God is, it transforms us in Some measure into its own likeness. 2 Cor. 3.18.
and into the same likenesse, so will it transform us from glory to glory, from the glory of grace here, to that glorie of glories in the highest heavens.
and into the same likeness, so will it transform us from glory to glory, from the glory of grace Here, to that glory of Glories in the highest heavens.
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The Apostle followes it with a NONLATINALPHABET, much more. Heb. 9.13. If the bloud of buls and of Goats, and the ashes of an heifer, sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh:
The Apostle follows it with a, much more. Hebrew 9.13. If the blood of Bulls and of Goats, and the Ashes of an heifer, sprinkling the unclean, Sanctifieth to the purifying of the Flesh:
how much more shall the Bloud of Christ, who through the eternall Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your consciences from dead works, to serve the living God? If there was any thing in those outward shadowes,
how much more shall the Blood of christ, who through the Eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your Consciences from dead works, to serve the living God? If there was any thing in those outward shadows,
how much more in the bloud of Jesus? If they purified the flesh, how much more shall this purge your consciences? If there be not this purging work upon your souls, never speak of this righteousnesse of God received by the faith of Jesus.
how much more in the blood of jesus? If they purified the Flesh, how much more shall this purge your Consciences? If there be not this purging work upon your Souls, never speak of this righteousness of God received by the faith of jesus.
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For conclusion therefore, you that profess the faith, not the righteousness of works, but the righteousnesse of God which is by Faith, remember there is one thing necessary, one thing in comparison of which all other things are but as losse,
For conclusion Therefore, you that profess the faith, not the righteousness of works, but the righteousness of God which is by Faith, Remember there is one thing necessary, one thing in comparison of which all other things Are but as loss,
then into your lives, that ye may shew forth the power of it, as the Apostle followes it, Phil. 3.10. That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable to his death:
then into your lives, that you may show forth the power of it, as the Apostle follows it, Philip 3.10. That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable to his death:
I know there is none in this congregation but could wish with Balaam, Num. 23.10. O let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his.
I know there is none in this congregation but could wish with balaam, Num. 23.10. Oh let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his.
that this should be the first, the chief in our desires, and yet the least, the last in our endevours? Nay whilest thus we cast off the care of Christ,
that this should be the First, the chief in our Desires, and yet the least, the last in our endeavours? Nay whilst thus we cast off the care of christ,
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and of his righteousness in our health, is it not just with him, so to cast off the care of us when we lie upon our beds of languishing? Go cry unto the gods whom ye have chosen, let them deliver you now in the time of your tribulation.
and of his righteousness in our health, is it not just with him, so to cast off the care of us when we lie upon our Beds of languishing? Go cry unto the God's whom you have chosen, let them deliver you now in the time of your tribulation.
Whilest we disown him in our lives, have we not just cause to fear, that so he will disown us at our deaths? Depart from me, ye workers of iniquity, verily I know you not.
Whilst we disown him in our lives, have we not just cause to Fear, that so he will disown us At our death's? Depart from me, you workers of iniquity, verily I know you not.
and have ye not here Homers Iliads in a nut-shel? Heaven in a word? 2 Cor. 6.18. I will be a father unto you, and ye shall be me sons and daughters, saith the Lord God Almighty.
and have you not Here Homers Iliads in a nutshell? Heaven in a word? 2 Cor. 6.18. I will be a father unto you, and you shall be me Sons and daughters, Says the Lord God Almighty.
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Seemeth it a small thing unto you to be the son-in-law of a King? But then 1 Joh. 3.1. Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed on us, that we should be called the sons of God.
Seems it a small thing unto you to be the son-in-law of a King? But then 1 John 3.1. Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed on us, that we should be called the Sons of God.
But yet further, as Christ is our Saviour, so the Holy Ghost our Comforter, Joh. 14.16. I will pray unto the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever:
But yet further, as christ is our Saviour, so the Holy Ghost our Comforter, John 14.16. I will pray unto the Father, and he shall give you Another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever:
And what a poor thing was that of Haman, so to vex and fret himself for want of the knee of Mordecai, when he had the favour of the King himself? But then what a pitifull thing is this in us, to vex and torment our selves at the frowns of men,
And what a poor thing was that of Haman, so to vex and fret himself for want of the knee of Mordecai, when he had the favour of the King himself? But then what a pitiful thing is this in us, to vex and torment our selves At the frowns of men,
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whilest we have the love and favour of the Lord himself? Why art thou cast down, Oh my soul? As once Elcanah to his wife, Am I not better to thee then ten sons? So is not the love of God better to us then ten thousand worlds? Psal. 4.6. Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.
whilst we have the love and favour of the Lord himself? Why art thou cast down, O my soul? As once Elkanah to his wife, Am I not better to thee then ten Sons? So is not the love of God better to us then ten thousand world's? Psalm 4.6. Lord, lift thou up the Light of thy countenance upon us.
If Haman had cause to pride himself in the favour of Ahasuerus that great King of Assyria: how much more may it cheer up your spirits that ye have the favour of God, the great God of heaven? Rejoyce ye Righteous.
If Haman had cause to pride himself in the favour of Ahasuerus that great King of Assyria: how much more may it cheer up your spirits that you have the favour of God, the great God of heaven? Rejoice you Righteous.
Are you not affrighted with the horror of it, such a fearfull pit? So think upon that place of darknesse, that blacknesse of darknesse. Oh how comfortlesse, how frightful;
are you not affrighted with the horror of it, such a fearful pit? So think upon that place of darkness, that blackness of darkness. O how comfortless, how frightful;
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to be reserved in everlasting chains under darknesse! with the prince of darknesse! And think upon those chains, those everlasting chains. Ah wofull eternity!
to be reserved in everlasting chains under darkness! with the Prince of darkness! And think upon those chains, those everlasting chains. Ah woeful eternity!
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Were it on a bed of down, if chain'd upon that bed, how wearisome? but there bound for ever, Oh what heart is able to conceive the horror of this word for ever! Nay yet worse, Go ye cursed into everlasting fire.
Were it on a Bed of down, if chained upon that Bed, how wearisome? but there bound for ever, O what heart is able to conceive the horror of this word for ever! Nay yet Worse, Go you cursed into everlasting fire.
if but a minute in it? How mercilesse and cruell is the fire above all other clements? but then to be thrown into those unquenchable flames, the fire that shall never go out — who can dwell with everlasting burnings? But yet further, Go ye cursed into everlasting fire, prepared for the Devill and his Angels.
if but a minute in it? How merciless and cruel is the fire above all other clements? but then to be thrown into those unquenchable flames, the fire that shall never go out — who can dwell with everlasting burnings? But yet further, Go you cursed into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels.
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when sentenc'd amongst all those hellish Fiends, those infernal Furies, amongst all the Devils in that pit of darknesse, in those everlasting burnings,
when sentenced among all those hellish Fiends, those infernal Furies, among all the Devils in that pit of darkness, in those everlasting burnings,
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He that now rejoyceth in his pomp and glory, and with all his multitude, for hells mouth is wide. Mat. 7.13. Wide is the gate, and broad is the way that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat.
He that now Rejoiceth in his pomp and glory, and with all his multitude, for Hells Mouth is wide. Mathew 7.13. Wide is the gate, and broad is the Way that leads to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat.
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but in the number of these few, that we are prepared for life, and delivered from that sad destruction. Rom. 8.1. There is no condemnation to them that are in Christ.
but in the number of these few, that we Are prepared for life, and Delivered from that sad destruction. Rom. 8.1. There is no condemnation to them that Are in christ.
So no pit, nor darknesse, nor fire, nor Devill to torment them. Luk. 1.74. He hath delivered us out of the hand of our enemies, that we might serve him without fear. We are delivered from them:
So no pit, nor darkness, nor fire, nor devil to torment them. Luk. 1.74. He hath Delivered us out of the hand of our enemies, that we might serve him without Fear. We Are Delivered from them:
or as they when delivered from the bloudy plot of that cruel Haman, wheresoever the word came, the Jewes they had light and gladnesse, a feast and a good day.
or as they when Delivered from the bloody plot of that cruel Haman, wheresoever the word Come, the Jews they had Light and gladness, a feast and a good day.
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If they for a deliverance from that which kils the body, how much more we for a deliverance from that which casts both soul and body into hell? The greater the deliverance is, the more is our joy. Rejoyce ye Righteous.
If they for a deliverance from that which kills the body, how much more we for a deliverance from that which Cast both soul and body into hell? The greater the deliverance is, the more is our joy. Rejoice you Righteous.
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Whilest we behold the glory of the heavens above us, the riches of the earth below us, that variety of all creatures round about us. Psal. 8.3. When I consider the heavens, the work of thy fingers, the Moon, and the Stars which thou hast ordained.
Whilst we behold the glory of the heavens above us, the riches of the earth below us, that variety of all creatures round about us. Psalm 8.3. When I Consider the heavens, the work of thy fingers, the Moon, and the Stars which thou hast ordained.
those vast dominions both of air and water, so peopled with an infinite variety of creatures, not only for mans necessity but his recreation and delight; All under mans command. So in their first creation. Gen. 1.26. Let us make man in our own image, after our own likenesse:
those vast Dominions both of air and water, so peopled with an infinite variety of creatures, not only for men necessity but his recreation and delight; All under men command. So in their First creation. Gen. 1.26. Let us make man in our own image, After our own likeness:
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But here is the joy of Saints, Christ hath renew'd their title. 1 Cor. 3.21. All things are yours, whether Paul, or Apollo, or Cephas, or the world, or life,
But Here is the joy of Saints, christ hath renewed their title. 1 Cor. 3.21. All things Are yours, whither Paul, or Apollo, or Cephas, or the world, or life,
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And what good doth a long garment, on the back of a little child? you have his word, Psal. 34.10. The Lions lack and suffer hunger, but they that fear the Lord shall want no good thing.
And what good does a long garment, on the back of a little child? you have his word, Psalm 34.10. The Lions lack and suffer hunger, but they that Fear the Lord shall want no good thing.
Do we not see a Daniel as fair and as well liking with his pulse and water, as those that feed at the Kings table? So God suites a portion to their mindes,
Do we not see a daniel as fair and as well liking with his pulse and water, as those that feed At the Kings table? So God suits a portion to their minds,
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nor yet peace to your own souls, that cousen and defraud your brethren, that grinde and oppresse your poor neighbours, that make shipwrack of faith and a good conscience, because you will be rich, what needs all this adoe? Why will ye go to the Devil for it? He may shew you indeed,
nor yet peace to your own Souls, that Cousin and defraud your brothers, that grind and oppress your poor neighbours, that make shipwreck of faith and a good conscience, Because you will be rich, what needs all this ado? Why will you go to the devil for it? He may show you indeed,
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They are none of his to give. However, this is but about. Here is the way, a ready, a compendious way, Mat. 6.33. First seek the Kingdom of heaven, and the righteousnesse thereof, and all other things shall be added unto you.
They Are none of his to give. However, this is but about. Here is the Way, a ready, a compendious Way, Mathew 6.33. First seek the Kingdom of heaven, and the righteousness thereof, and all other things shall be added unto you.
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except ye be reprobates? We have the Spirit within us, 2 Tim. 1.14. That good thing which was committed unto thee, keep, by the holy Ghost which dwelleth in us.
except you be Reprobates? We have the Spirit within us, 2 Tim. 1.14. That good thing which was committed unto thee, keep, by the holy Ghost which dwells in us.
And is not here matter of rejoycing? How can that soul but be very merry, (if not a stranger to its own happinesse) that entertains such Guests? But further take we notice of the manner of Gods dwelling in us.
And is not Here matter of rejoicing? How can that soul but be very merry, (if not a stranger to its own happiness) that entertains such Guests? But further take we notice of the manner of God's Dwelling in us.
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Consider that treasure of gifts which he hath bestowed upon us, those unsearchable riches of his grace, those fruits of the Spirit, love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentlenesse, goodnesse, faith, meeknesse, temperance:
Consider that treasure of Gifts which he hath bestowed upon us, those unsearchable riches of his grace, those fruits of the Spirit, love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, Goodness, faith, meekness, temperance:
O ye that are the Favourites of the King of Saints, cheer up your spirits, you have that within you sufficient to make you happy, were you as poor as Job upon the dunghill.
Oh you that Are the Favourites of the King of Saints, cheer up your spirits, you have that within you sufficient to make you happy, were you as poor as Job upon the dunghill.
And are not your spirits as yet up? Why what is it that still troubles you? Alas my sins! But love covers all. Jer. 50.20. In those dates shall the iniquity of Israel be sought for, and there shall be none:
And Are not your spirits as yet up? Why what is it that still Troubles you? Alas my Sins! But love covers all. Jer. 50.20. In those dates shall the iniquity of Israel be sought for, and there shall be none:
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but he gives you the meaning in the latter clause, he sees none unpardoned, none that shall be imputed, none that shall be laid unto our charge. Rom. 5.11. We joy in God, through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have received the atonement.
but he gives you the meaning in the latter clause, he sees none unpardoned, none that shall be imputed, none that shall be laid unto our charge. Rom. 5.11. We joy in God, through our Lord jesus christ, by whom we have received the atonement.
more solid and true joy in the least mercy they receive, then others in a great abundance: Psal. 37.16. A little that a righteous man hath, is better then the riches of many wicked.
more solid and true joy in the least mercy they receive, then Others in a great abundance: Psalm 37.16. A little that a righteous man hath, is better then the riches of many wicked.
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And this affords a sweet refreshment to their souls, infinitely beyond all their creature-comforts, whilest thus they injoy God in the creatures, and receive them as love-tokens.
And this affords a sweet refreshment to their Souls, infinitely beyond all their Creature comforts, whilst thus they enjoy God in the creatures, and receive them as love-tokens.
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4. Because they have the right use of these injoyments, whilest others are worse for them, Eccles. 5.13. There is a sore evil which I have seen under the sun, namely, riches kept for the owners thereof, to their hurt.
4. Because they have the right use of these enjoyments, whilst Others Are Worse for them, Eccles. 5.13. There is a soar evil which I have seen under the sun, namely, riches kept for the owners thereof, to their hurt.
Thou fool, this night shall thy soul be taken from thee, and then whose shall these things be? But the righteous, they make themselves friends of that unrighteous Mammon;
Thou fool, this night shall thy soul be taken from thee, and then whose shall these things be? But the righteous, they make themselves Friends of that unrighteous Mammon;
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If rich in this world, they are rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up for themselves a good foundation for the time to come, that they may lay hold upon eternall life.
If rich in this world, they Are rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate, laying up for themselves a good Foundation for the time to come, that they may lay hold upon Eternal life.
If they be crost in these injoyments, yet there is no interruption of their joy, because it doth not depend upon them. Rev. 12.1. They have the Moon under their feet.
If they be crossed in these enjoyments, yet there is no interruption of their joy, Because it does not depend upon them. Rev. 12.1. They have the Moon under their feet.
how is it then that ye say unto me, What aileth thee? Whilest those whose hearts are centred upon God, they sing sweetly, with that holy Job, The Lord giveth,
how is it then that you say unto me, What aileth thee? Whilst those whose hearts Are centred upon God, they sing sweetly, with that holy Job, The Lord gives,
Lastly, Because they look upon these things, but as the Israelites on those clusters of grapes brought by the spies out of the land of Canaan, so to put them in minde of the wealth and fertility of the Countrey, to raise up their hearts to the meditation of those heavenly joyes.
Lastly, Because they look upon these things, but as the Israelites on those clusters of grapes brought by the spies out of the land of Canaan, so to put them in mind of the wealth and fertility of the Country, to raise up their hearts to the meditation of those heavenly Joys.
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And if we finde this comfort in our Inne, how much more then when we come at our own home? Thus whilest others receive but the single comforts of these earthly blessings, the godly have a double comfort,
And if we find this Comfort in our Inn, how much more then when we come At our own home? Thus whilst Others receive but the single comforts of these earthly blessings, the godly have a double Comfort,
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What crosses and afflictions? what poverty and disgraces? what reproaches and persecutions? what bonds and imprisonments? besides inward troubles, that law in our member, warring against the law of our minde, that when we would do good evill is present with us.
What Crosses and afflictions? what poverty and disgraces? what Reproaches and persecutions? what bonds and imprisonments? beside inward Troubles, that law in our member, warring against the law of our mind, that when we would do good evil is present with us.
Oh wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death? And then God himself drawing the black curtain between him and us, withdrawing the light of his countenance from us.
O wretched man that I am, who shall deliver me from this body of death? And then God himself drawing the black curtain between him and us, withdrawing the Light of his countenance from us.
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Thou didst hide thy face, and I was troubled. Be not discouraged. Psal. 112.4. Unto the righteous there ariseth light in darknesse. So a joy in sorrowing.
Thou didst hide thy face, and I was troubled. Be not discouraged. Psalm 112.4. Unto the righteous there arises Light in darkness. So a joy in sorrowing.
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then others in the greatest height of their prosperity. Therefore was it Moses his choice, Heb. 11.24. He chose rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, then to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season.
then Others in the greatest height of their Prosperity. Therefore was it Moses his choice, Hebrew 11.24. He chosen rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, then to enjoy the pleasures of since for a season.
esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches then the treasures in Egypt. Why art thou cast down O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? Look upon thy Saviour, 1 Pet. 2.22. Christ hath suffered for us, leaving us an example that we should follow his steps.
esteeming the reproach of christ greater riches then the treasures in Egypt. Why art thou cast down Oh my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? Look upon thy Saviour, 1 Pet. 2.22. christ hath suffered for us, leaving us an Exampl that we should follow his steps.
and worse then nothing, as losse and dung. Phil. 3.10. That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable to his death.
and Worse then nothing, as loss and dung. Philip 3.10. That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable to his death.
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Et quis non hic superbit? saith Luther in his Consolatory to the Duke of Saxony, who would not rejoyce to bear part with Christ? So is it the Apostles triumph, Rom. 8 35. Who shall separate us from the love of God which is in Christ? shall tribulation,
Et quis non hic superbit? Says Luther in his Consolatory to the Duke of Saxony, who would not rejoice to bear part with christ? So is it the Apostles triumph, Rom. 8 35. Who shall separate us from the love of God which is in christ? shall tribulation,
Conquerors, and more then conquerors How's that? Not only bearing them with patience, but with joy. Act. 5.41. They went away rejoycing that they were count à worthy to suffer reproach for the Name of Christ.
Conquerors, and more then conquerors How's that? Not only bearing them with patience, but with joy. Act. 5.41. They went away rejoicing that they were count à worthy to suffer reproach for the Name of christ.
So h•d we need to have our strength about us, for the flesh is weak. We have the word in general, Rom 8.28. We know that all things work together for good to them that love God. This is a sweet word.
So h•d we need to have our strength about us, for the Flesh is weak. We have the word in general, Rom 8.28. We know that all things work together for good to them that love God. This is a sweet word.
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And the more our Camomile is trodden on, it sends forth a sweeter savour, Jam. 1.2. My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations.
And the more our Camomile is trodden on, it sends forth a Sweeten savour, Jam. 1.2. My brothers, count it all joy when you fallen into diverse temptations.
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And why so? knowing that the triall of your faith worketh patience, and let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. So Rom. 5.3. Now we rejoyce in hope of the glory of God, and not only so, but we glory in tribulation also.
And why so? knowing that the trial of your faith works patience, and let patience have her perfect work, that you may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. So Rom. 5.3. Now we rejoice in hope of the glory of God, and not only so, but we glory in tribulation also.
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What heap upon heap, and grace upon grace, and all flowing on us through the benefit of afflictions? Are ye not now satisfied? 1 Pet. 4.14 If ye be reproached for the Name of Christ, happy are ye;
What heap upon heap, and grace upon grace, and all flowing on us through the benefit of afflictions? are you not now satisfied? 1 Pet. 4.14 If you be reproached for the Name of christ, happy Are you;
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Then appears the glory of their faith, the glory of their patience, hope, long-suffering, gentlenesse, meeknesse, goodnesse, all the fruits of the Spirit.
Then appears the glory of their faith, the glory of their patience, hope, long-suffering, gentleness, meekness, Goodness, all the fruits of the Spirit.
Nor only an increase of grace here, but of glory hereafter. 2 Cor. 4 18. Our light affliction which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.
Nor only an increase of grace Here, but of glory hereafter. 2 Cor. 4 18. Our Light affliction which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory.
and a weight of glory, a great weight, an exceeding weight, a more exceeding weight, a far more exceeding weight, a far more exceeding and eternall weight.
and a weight of glory, a great weight, an exceeding weight, a more exceeding weight, a Far more exceeding weight, a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight.
and shout for joy all ye that are upright in heart. 7. Whilest we look behind us. Consider the time past. As David, Psal. 77.10. I will remember the years of the right hand of the most High:
and shout for joy all you that Are upright in heart. 7. Whilst we look behind us. Consider the time past. As David, Psalm 77.10. I will Remember the Years of the right hand of the most High:
And is not here matter of great joy? but think with your selves how it lift up the heart of Haman when he cast his eyes back upon those favours which Ahashuerus had bestowed upon him. Esth. 5.11.
And is not Here matter of great joy? but think with your selves how it lift up the heart of Haman when he cast his eyes back upon those favours which Ahasuerus had bestowed upon him. Esth. 5.11.
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And as good as great, yea and many of them. Psal. 139.17. How precious are thy thoughts toward me, O God? How great is the sum of them? If I should count them they are more in number then the sand.
And as good as great, yea and many of them. Psalm 139.17. How precious Are thy thoughts towards me, Oh God? How great is the sum of them? If I should count them they Are more in number then the sand.
Not a minute of time passeth over our heads but we taste his mercies, every day that we uprise. Lam. 3.22. It is of the Lords mercy that we are not consum'd, because his compassions fail not: they are new every morning.
Not a minute of time passes over our Heads but we taste his Mercies, every day that we uprise. Lam. 3.22. It is of the lords mercy that we Are not consumed, Because his compassions fail not: they Are new every morning.
Besides those ordinary and common favours, none of us all if we look behinde us, at some time or other we have had experience of special and particular deliverances.
Beside those ordinary and Common favours, none of us all if we look behind us, At Some time or other we have had experience of special and particular Deliverances.
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As the Israelites when they stood safe upon the banks of the red sea, and beheld the drowning of the Egyptians: So shall we not look behinde us, that we may rejoyce,
As the Israelites when they stood safe upon the banks of the read sea, and beheld the drowning of the egyptians: So shall we not look behind us, that we may rejoice,
wherein in time past ye walked, according to the course of this world, according to the Prince of the air, the spirit that now works in the children of d•sobedience ▪ amongst whom also we all had our conversation in times past.
wherein in time passed you walked, according to the course of this world, according to the Prince of the air, the Spirit that now works in the children of d•sobedience ▪ among whom also we all had our Conversation in times past.
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and put upon us the robes of righteousness, his own robes, He was made sin for us who knew no sin, that we might be made the righteousnesse of God in him;
and put upon us the robes of righteousness, his own robes, He was made since for us who knew no since, that we might be made the righteousness of God in him;
Consider but the time to come. Heb. 12.2. Looking up to Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the crosse and despised the shame.
Consider but the time to come. Hebrew 12.2. Looking up to jesus, the author and finisher of your faith, who for the joy that was Set before him endured the cross and despised the shame.
Do but look upon the joy which is set before you, and this will carry you above the crosse Beloved, I have spoken something for your present comfort to cheer up your spirits;
Do but look upon the joy which is Set before you, and this will carry you above the cross beloved, I have spoken something for your present Comfort to cheer up your spirits;
As yet we have but the seed-time, and some showres they are seasonable, our life is but a bitter-sweet. Psal. 97.11. Light is sown for the righteous, and gladnesse for the upright in heart.
As yet we have but the seedtime, and Some showers they Are seasonable, our life is but a bittersweet. Psalm 97.11. Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart.
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Do but look before you, and behold a Kingdom, Come ye blessed children of my Father, inherit ye the Kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.
Do but look before you, and behold a Kingdom, Come you blessed children of my Father, inherit you the Kingdom prepared for you from the Foundation of the world.
Do but look before you, and behold a Crown, From henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousnesse, which God the righteous Judge shall give me at that day,
Do but look before you, and behold a Crown, From henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which God the righteous Judge shall give me At that day,
The time is coming when we shall be gathered with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, into the Kingdom of heaven, to the Patriarchs our fathers, to the Saints our brethren, to the Angels our friends, to Angels and Archangels,
The time is coming when we shall be gathered with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, into the Kingdom of heaven, to the Patriarchs our Father's, to the Saints our brothers, to the Angels our Friends, to Angels and Archangels,
That they may be with God! Oh what a happy vision to stand continually in his presence? Saith the Queen of Sheba concerning the servants of King Solomon, Happy are thy servants,
That they may be with God! O what a happy vision to stand continually in his presence? Says the Queen of Sheba Concerning the Servants of King Solomon, Happy Are thy Servants,
Goodnesse, and great goodnesse, but what tongue is able to expresse how great? 1 Cor. 2.9. Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither hath it entrea into mans heart.
goodness, and great Goodness, but what tongue is able to express how great? 1 Cor. 2.9. Eye hath not seen, nor ear herd, neither hath it entrea into men heart.
Me thinks I hear as the Lord once to Job, Who is this that darkens counsell by words without knowledge? Alas my apprehension is dull, my affections cold, my expressions low:
Me thinks I hear as the Lord once to Job, Who is this that darkens counsel by words without knowledge? Alas my apprehension is dull, my affections cold, my expressions low:
then farewell all good daies, we must never look for merry hour any more. Spiritus Calvinianus est spiritus melancholicus, The Christian spirit is a melancholick spirit.
then farewell all good days, we must never look for merry hour any more. Spiritus Calvinian est spiritus Melancholic, The Christian Spirit is a melancholic Spirit.
it doth not deprive us of our pleasures, but correct them. It shewes us where true joy is to be found, true, solid, and foul-satisfying joy. Psal. 36.8. They shall be abundantly satisfied with the fatnesse of thy house, and thou shalt make them drink of the rivers of thy pleasures.
it does not deprive us of our pleasures, but correct them. It shows us where true joy is to be found, true, solid, and foul-satisfying joy. Psalm 36.8. They shall be abundantly satisfied with the fatness of thy house, and thou shalt make them drink of the Rivers of thy pleasures.
But do we not see the lives of some how exceeding comfortlesse? And generally all the Saints are men of a strict and austere conversation, not to be tempted with the cup of pleasure,
But doe we not see the lives of Some how exceeding comfortless? And generally all the Saints Are men of a strict and austere Conversation, not to be tempted with the cup of pleasure,
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so to debase your selves in sensualities, as if you had no better principles then a beast? So I dare say sometimes, in the height of your jollities, full loath you would be to be seen by the eye of man.
so to debase your selves in Sensualities, as if you had no better principles then a beast? So I Dare say sometime, in the height of your Jollities, full loath you would be to be seen by the eye of man.
And what fruit had you then in those things, whereof ye are now ashamed? But will it not be bitternesse in the latter end? Nocet empta dolore voluptas. And what is that joy worth, which is bought with sorrow? Prov. 14.13. Even in laughter the heart is sorrowfull:
And what fruit had you then in those things, whereof you Are now ashamed? But will it not be bitterness in the latter end? Nocet empta dolore voluptas. And what is that joy worth, which is bought with sorrow? Curae 14.13. Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful:
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so the Saints in grace, though they relish not the pleasures either of the covetous, or of the voluptuous, or of the lascivious, yet they have their joyes.
so the Saints in grace, though they relish not the pleasures either of the covetous, or of the voluptuous, or of the lascivious, yet they have their Joys.
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It is the joy of Saints to see the light of Gods countenance, this puts gladnesse in their hearts, more then in the time that corn, and wine, and oyl increaseth.
It is the joy of Saints to see the Light of God's countenance, this puts gladness in their hearts, more then in the time that corn, and wine, and oil increases.
It is the joy of Saints to think of those sweet experiences of Gods love and kindnesse, Thy loving kindnesse is better then life, and it is their delight to recount his favours, I will remember the years of the right hand of the most high.
It is the joy of Saints to think of those sweet experiences of God's love and kindness, Thy loving kindness is better then life, and it is their delight to recount his favours, I will Remember the Years of the right hand of the most high.
Where the treasure is, there will the heart be also. So their conversation is in heaven, all their thoughts, longings, desires, and endevours after it.
Where the treasure is, there will the heart be also. So their Conversation is in heaven, all their thoughts, longings, Desires, and endeavours After it.
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as from the Saints in some conditions. But, 1. Take notice, this is their weaknesse. So David doth acknowledge it. Psal. 77.10. This is my infirmity. It is their ignorance of Gods fatherly love toward them.
as from the Saints in Some conditions. But, 1. Take notice, this is their weakness. So David does acknowledge it. Psalm 77.10. This is my infirmity. It is their ignorance of God's fatherly love towards them.
A pleasant potion is more delightful, but a bitter pill is sometimes more healthful. Eccles. 7.2. It is better to go into the house of mourning, then to go into the house of feasting.
A pleasant potion is more delightful, but a bitter pill is sometime more healthful. Eccles. 7.2. It is better to go into the house of mourning, then to go into the house of feasting.
In mirth many times we are apt to forget our selves, but sorrow puts us in a godly frame ▪ It is our ignorance therefore of Gods fatherly care over us that deprives us of our happinesse.
In mirth many times we Are apt to forget our selves, but sorrow puts us in a godly frame ▪ It is our ignorance Therefore of God's fatherly care over us that deprives us of our happiness.
Or as it was with old Jacob when they brought him the newes, that Joseph was alive and Governor over the whole land of Egypt, His soul fainted in him, and he believed them not.
Or as it was with old Jacob when they brought him the news, that Joseph was alive and Governor over the Whole land of Egypt, His soul fainted in him, and he believed them not.
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When the heart is sore opprest with grief, and ready to sink under the burden, happy man that can give vent unto his soul with tears, that can empty himself with weeping.
When the heart is soar oppressed with grief, and ready to sink under the burden, happy man that can give vent unto his soul with tears, that can empty himself with weeping.
Nay let me tell you further, they have greater cause to rejoyce in their sorrowes, then others in their greatest jollities. The Apostle understands it.
Nay let me tell you further, they have greater cause to rejoice in their sorrows, then Others in their greatest Jollities. The Apostle understands it.
but that ye sorrowed to repentance, that ye were made sorry after a godly manner — for godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation, not to be repented of,
but that you sorrowed to Repentance, that you were made sorry After a godly manner — for godly sorrow works Repentance to salvation, not to be repented of,
the one tends to death, but the other to life, to repentance & salvation. The sorrow of the godly is like the sorrow of a woman travelling with childe.
the one tends to death, but the other to life, to Repentance & salvation. The sorrow of the godly is like the sorrow of a woman traveling with child.
Oh but thirdly, It may be objected, that sometimes God requires it as a duty. Es. 22.12. In that day did the Lord God of hosts call to weeping and to mourning:
O but Thirdly, It may be objected, that sometime God requires it as a duty. Es. 22.12. In that day did the Lord God of hosts call to weeping and to mourning:
Neither do any sorrow as they sorrow. Therefore as if they only sorrowed, saith God, Ezek. 9.4. Set a mark upon the foreheads of the men that sigh, and that cry for all the abominations that are done in the midst of Jerusalem.
Neither do any sorrow as they sorrow. Therefore as if they only sorrowed, Says God, Ezekiel 9.4. Set a mark upon the foreheads of the men that sighs, and that cry for all the abominations that Are done in the midst of Jerusalem.
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Yet withall take notice, that it is not for righteousnesse, but for wickednesse, all the abominations that are done in Jerusalem; righteousnesse is not the cause,
Yet withal take notice, that it is not for righteousness, but for wickedness, all the abominations that Are done in Jerusalem; righteousness is not the cause,
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The Lord cals to weeping, and they mourn in Sion. It is for the abominations that are done in the land. So David, Psal. 119.136. Mine eyes run down with tears, because men keep not thy commandements.
The Lord calls to weeping, and they mourn in Sion. It is for the abominations that Are done in the land. So David, Psalm 119.136. Mine eyes run down with tears, Because men keep not thy Commandments.
If there be any consolation in Christ Jesus, if any comfort of love, if any bowels and mercies, must it not needs grieve them to see men so fool away their hopes of glory to dwell with everlasting burnings? Their charity is great,
If there be any consolation in christ jesus, if any Comfort of love, if any bowels and Mercies, must it not needs grieve them to see men so fool away their hope's of glory to dwell with everlasting burnings? Their charity is great,
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and altogether such as I am, excepting these bonds. And if they will not be perswaded, Jer. 13.17. If ye will not hear, my soul shall weep in secret places for your pride.
and altogether such as I am, excepting these bonds. And if they will not be persuaded, Jer. 13.17. If you will not hear, my soul shall weep in secret places for your pride.
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Whilest they thus mourn, though others provoke God, and perish in their own devices, yet God will set a mark upon them that mourn in Sion, that the destroying Angel may passe over. Es. 4.5.
Whilst they thus mourn, though Others provoke God, and perish in their own devices, yet God will Set a mark upon them that mourn in Sion, that the destroying Angel may pass over. Es. 4.5.
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It is true perhaps if they had enough: but we see it by experience, Eccles. 1.8. The eye is not satisfied with seeing, nor the ear fill'd with hearing. So Eccles. 5.10. He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver, nor he that loveth abundance with increase.
It is true perhaps if they had enough: but we see it by experience, Eccles. 1.8. The eye is not satisfied with seeing, nor the ear filled with hearing. So Eccles. 5.10. He that loves silver shall not be satisfied with silver, nor he that loves abundance with increase.
yet we are not sure to hold it. Prov. 23.51. Wilt thou set thine eyes upon that which is not? For riches certainly make themselves wings, they flie away as an Eagle toward heaven.
yet we Are not sure to hold it. Curae 23.51. Wilt thou Set thine eyes upon that which is not? For riches Certainly make themselves wings, they fly away as an Eagl towards heaven.
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We do but imbrace the cloud in stead of Juno. Whilest we think to hug a happinesse in abundance, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years, eat, drink, and be merry;
We do but embrace the cloud in stead of Juno. Whilst we think to hug a happiness in abundance, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many Years, eat, drink, and be merry;
So, if they can but climb up into such an office, or get the praise and applause of men, especially the favour of such great ones, Haman invited to the Queens banquet,
So, if they can but climb up into such an office, or get the praise and applause of men, especially the favour of such great ones, Haman invited to the Queen's banquet,
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It is true indeed, a good name is as a precious oyntment, and more to be desired then gold and silver, yet as good as it is, remember it is bonum sine sera aut clave, a good without lock and key.
It is true indeed, a good name is as a precious ointment, and more to be desired then gold and silver, yet as good as it is, Remember it is bonum sine sera Or clave, a good without lock and key.
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And Haman in that height of favour with King Ahashuerus, how suddenly is the wind in another corner? and whilest yet at the banquet, the Kings countenance is changed,
And Haman in that height of favour with King Ahasuerus, how suddenly is the wind in Another corner? and whilst yet At the banquet, the Kings countenance is changed,
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And when he hath conquered his neighbour, and made himself master of anothers purse, is not the box the only gainer? So they shall finde it when they come to the last game,
And when he hath conquered his neighbour, and made himself master of another's purse, is not the box the only gainer? So they shall find it when they come to the last game,
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But doth not the aking pate, and empty purse chide them to an after reckoning? We to them that rise up early for strong drink, that continue untill night, till wine inflame them.
But does not the aching pate, and empty purse chide them to an After reckoning? We to them that rise up early for strong drink, that continue until night, till wine inflame them.
Is not this great Babylon which I have built? And whilest the word was yet in the Kings mouth, there fell a voice from heaven, O King Nebuchadnezzar, to thee be it spoken, the Kingdome is departed from thee.
Is not this great Babylon which I have built? And whilst the word was yet in the Kings Mouth, there fell a voice from heaven, Oh King Nebuchadnezzar, to thee be it spoken, the Kingdom is departed from thee.
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as Ants upon the mole-hill, and he delights himself in his study, to discourse with forein languages, to view Natures secrets, to consult with former ages.
as Aunts upon the molehill, and he delights himself in his study, to discourse with foreign languages, to view Nature's secrets, to consult with former ages.
Yet remember, though we could speak all languages, yet if we speak not the language of Canaan, we are amongst Gods people but as a Barbarian. Or as the Apostle, Though I speak with the tongue of men,
Yet Remember, though we could speak all languages, yet if we speak not the language of Canaan, we Are among God's people but as a Barbarian. Or as the Apostle, Though I speak with the tongue of men,
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and Angels, yea though I understood all mysteries, and all knowledge, yet if I have not charity, I am but as a sounding brasse, and as a tinkling Cymbal.
and Angels, yea though I understood all Mysteres, and all knowledge, yet if I have not charity, I am but as a sounding brass, and as a tinkling Cymbal.
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If there be not the sap of grace in this tree of knowledge, it bears nothing but leaves. Nay worse, Eccles. 1.8. In much wisdom is much grief, and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow.
If there be not the sap of grace in this tree of knowledge, it bears nothing but leaves. Nay Worse, Eccles. 1.8. In much Wisdom is much grief, and he that increases knowledge increases sorrow.
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The more we know, the more we discover the vanity of what we know. However, Eccles. 12.12. Of making many books there is no end, and much study is a wearinesse of the flesh.
The more we know, the more we discover the vanity of what we know. However, Eccles. 12.12. Of making many books there is no end, and much study is a weariness of the Flesh.
But as the complexion on a painted face, which the next winde blowes off, and then appears the deformity. Eccles. 2.1. I said in my heart, Go to now, I will prove thee with mirth, therefore enjoy pleasure:
But as the complexion on a painted face, which the next wind blows off, and then appears the deformity. Eccles. 2.1. I said in my heart, Go to now, I will prove thee with mirth, Therefore enjoy pleasure:
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When Emylius heard the people commending his wife as a gallant Lady, he shewed them his foot, Calceus iste annon valde concinnus? Is not this shooe a very neat one? but you feel not where it pincheth me.
When Emylius herd the people commending his wife as a gallant Lady, he showed them his foot, Calceus iste annon Valde concinnus? Is not this shoe a very neat one? but you feel not where it pincheth me.
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Luk. 6 25. Woe unto you that laugh now, for ye shall mourn and weep. Their laughter shall be turned into mourning, and their joy into weeping. But, rejoyce ye righteous.
Luk. 6 25. Woe unto you that laugh now, for you shall mourn and weep. Their laughter shall be turned into mourning, and their joy into weeping. But, rejoice you righteous.
What is that wherein God himself is eternally delighted? what is that wherein the Angels of God are eternally blessed? What is it that rejoyces heaven, that makes heaven indeed to be a heaven? 2 Pet. 3.13. We look for a new beaven — wherein dwelleth righteousnesse.
What is that wherein God himself is eternally delighted? what is that wherein the Angels of God Are eternally blessed? What is it that rejoices heaven, that makes heaven indeed to be a heaven? 2 Pet. 3.13. We look for a new beaven — wherein dwells righteousness.
And whilest Ahashuerus frowns upon Haman, what pleasure can he finde in his wealth, or in his glory? Whilest God frowns upon us, it imbitters our choicest morsels.
And whilst Ahasuerus frowns upon Haman, what pleasure can he find in his wealth, or in his glory? Whilst God frowns upon us, it imbitters our Choicest morsels.
If we be in the number of the righteous, of an honest, and an upright heart, there's the peace of conscience, a continual feast, there's a peace with God,
If we be in the number of the righteous, of an honest, and an upright heart, there's the peace of conscience, a continual feast, there's a peace with God,
Can thy servant taste either what I eat, or what I drink, saith old Barzillai, Can I hear any more the voice of singing men or singing women? But then especially when we lie upon our death-beds, what are all the Kingdoms of the world,
Can thy servant taste either what I eat, or what I drink, Says old Barzillai, Can I hear any more the voice of singing men or singing women? But then especially when we lie upon our deathbeds, what Are all the Kingdoms of the world,
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Ah woe worth the day that ever mine heart hankered after riches, that ever mine eyes dazled upon honours, that ever my teeth watered after pleasures, these, these are they for which I first wounded conscience,
Ah woe worth the day that ever mine heart hankered After riches, that ever mine eyes dazzled upon honours, that ever my teeth watered After pleasures, these, these Are they for which I First wounded conscience,
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and when we are to go out of the world, 2 Cor. 1.12. This is our rejoycing, even the testimony of a good conscience, that in sincerity and godly simplicity, we have had our conversation in the world.
and when we Are to go out of the world, 2 Cor. 1.12. This is our rejoicing, even the testimony of a good conscience, that in sincerity and godly simplicity, we have had our Conversation in the world.
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This is the man that hath solid and true joy. And the more we exercise our selves in this way, the greater is our rejoycing. Oh what a sweet encouragement!
This is the man that hath solid and true joy. And the more we exercise our selves in this Way, the greater is our rejoicing. O what a sweet encouragement!
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The way of Gods Commandements that is a right way, and it is a heart-rejoycing way. Psal. 19.8. The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoycing the heart.
The Way of God's commandments that is a right Way, and it is a heart-rejoicing Way. Psalm 19.8. The statutes of the Lord Are right, rejoicing the heart.
When ye have spent the day in Gods service, and sit down at night, and review the works that ye have done, doth it not afford a more solid and sweet contentment to your souls,
When you have spent the day in God's service, and fit down At night, and review the works that you have done, does it not afford a more solid and sweet contentment to your Souls,
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then if you had surfeited your selves in the vain empty pleasures of the world? Rom. 6.19. As therefore ye have yeelded your members servants to uncleanness and to iniquity, so now yeeld your members servants to righteousnesse unto holinesse.
then if you had surfeited your selves in the vain empty pleasures of the world? Rom. 6.19. As Therefore you have yielded your members Servants to uncleanness and to iniquity, so now yield your members Servants to righteousness unto holiness.
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The Apostle presses it with arguments pro and con, vers. 21. What fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death.
The Apostle presses it with Arguments Pro and con, vers. 21. What fruit had you then in those things whereof you Are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death.
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Though you have it in your power, and might be gainers by it, yet what you get by fraud, will it not be your sorrow in the end? So will it breed a worm in your consciences, that ever gnawing, never dying worm:
Though you have it in your power, and might be gainers by it, yet what you get by fraud, will it not be your sorrow in the end? So will it breed a worm in your Consciences, that ever gnawing, never dying worm:
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yea a moth in your estates, and a curse upon your posterity. Psal. 37.35. I have seen the wicked in great prosperity, and spreading himself like a green bay tree:
yea a moth in your estates, and a curse upon your posterity. Psalm 37.35. I have seen the wicked in great Prosperity, and spreading himself like a green bay tree:
Nay in the way, when troubles come upon us, what a brest-plate is righteousnesse to ward off the blow? But think with your selves what a rejoycing it was to Samuel, when the people had cast off his government, that yet he could challenge them; 1 Sam. 12.3.
Nay in the Way, when Troubles come upon us, what a breastplate is righteousness to ward off the blow? But think with your selves what a rejoicing it was to Samuel, when the people had cast off his government, that yet he could challenge them; 1 Sam. 12.3.
The more we lay out our selves in the righteousnesse of charity, the more shall be our joy at that great day. Psal. 112.9. He hath dispersed abroad, he hath given to the poor:
The more we lay out our selves in the righteousness of charity, the more shall be our joy At that great day. Psalm 112.9. He hath dispersed abroad, he hath given to the poor:
And thus Jotham prepared his way before the Lord, that is, in the sincerity and uprightnesse of his soul he set himself to seek the Lord. Thus Paul, 2 Cor. 2.17.
And thus Jotham prepared his Way before the Lord, that is, in the sincerity and uprightness of his soul he Set himself to seek the Lord. Thus Paul, 2 Cor. 2.17.
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And David 's Worthies are commended, that they were not of a double heart, a heart and a heart, where there is a divided heart, there can be no settled joy.
And David is Worthies Are commended, that they were not of a double heart, a heart and a heart, where there is a divided heart, there can be no settled joy.
Whilest as those Samaritans that feared the Lord, and served their own Gods, so our hearts are divided, and our joy to seek. Psal. 12.2. They spake vanity, every one with his neighbour, with flattering lips, and with a double heart do they speak.
Whilst as those Samaritans that feared the Lord, and served their own God's, so our hearts Are divided, and our joy to seek. Psalm 12.2. They spoke vanity, every one with his neighbour, with flattering lips, and with a double heart do they speak.
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For who can say, I have cleansed my heart, I am pure from my sin? But keep your hearts from the love of sin. 1 Tim. 1.5. The end of the commandement is charity out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience.
For who can say, I have cleansed my heart, I am pure from my since? But keep your hearts from the love of since. 1 Tim. 1.5. The end of the Commandment is charity out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience.
If the fountain be defiled, must not the streams be muddy? and your rejoycings like the troubled waters, so they lose their clearnesse. But Mat. 5.8. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
If the fountain be defiled, must not the streams be muddy? and your rejoicings like the troubled waters, so they loose their clearness. But Mathew 5.8. Blessed Are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
An upright heart that is a true heart, and a true heart is a sincere heart, without fraud and without guile. Sincera, quasi sine cora. As honey without wax: or as bread without leaven:
an upright heart that is a true heart, and a true heart is a sincere heart, without fraud and without guile. Sincere, quasi sine cora. As honey without wax: or as bred without leaven:
A saying in truth, and a doing in truth. But O damnable hypocrisie! The hypocrite you know, is a painted sepulchre, fair without, but full of rottennesse within:
A saying in truth, and a doing in truth. But Oh damnable hypocrisy! The hypocrite you know, is a painted Sepulchre, fair without, but full of rottenness within:
as if for them God had provided NONLATINALPHABET, a greater damnation. But as before, so I tell you again, 2 Cor. 1.12. Our rejoycing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, we have had our conversation in the world.
as if for them God had provided, a greater damnation. But as before, so I tell you again, 2 Cor. 1.12. Our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, we have had our Conversation in the world.
Thus you have had the motion to perswade you to the love of the waies of righteousnesse, both toward God and toward men, and to exercise your selves in them with an upright heart. It will be your joy. Now I come to the 2. Rejoyce.
Thus you have had the motion to persuade you to the love of the ways of righteousness, both towards God and towards men, and to exercise your selves in them with an upright heart. It will be your joy. Now I come to the 2. Rejoice.
A voice of wailing is heard in our streets, How are we spoiled? Had we no more to look upon but only the ruines of a glorious Church, to see our cattle engendring with divers kindes,
A voice of wailing is herd in our streets, How Are we spoiled? Had we no more to look upon but only the ruins of a glorious Church, to see our cattle engendering with diverse Kinds,
and begetting such monsters in Religion, to see our ground sown with several seeds, and the tares so choaking the good wheat, to see our garments mingled of linnen and woollen,
and begetting such monsters in Religion, to see our ground sown with several seeds, and the tares so choking the good wheat, to see our garments mingled of linen and woollen,
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then, blessed be God, they as yet are, yet there's joy for the righteous, there is at the least a rejoycing of hope. Heb. 3.6. If ye hold fast the confidence, and rejoycing of the hope firm unto the end. Nay, Luk. 21.28. Lift up your hands, for your redemption draweth nigh.
then, blessed be God, they as yet Are, yet there's joy for the righteous, there is At the least a rejoicing of hope. Hebrew 3.6. If you hold fast the confidence, and rejoicing of the hope firm unto the end. Nay, Luk. 21.28. Lift up your hands, for your redemption draws High.
Beloved, as Joab removed the dead body of Amasa, so would I take all lets out of your way, that nothing might hinder your rejoycing. David 's complaint is sad. Psal. 38.3. There is no soundnesse in my flesh, because of thine anger:
beloved, as Joab removed the dead body of Amasa, so would I take all lets out of your Way, that nothing might hinder your rejoicing. David is complaint is sad. Psalm 38.3. There is no soundness in my Flesh, Because of thine anger:
Why art thou then cast down, O my soul, and why art thou thus disquieted within me? I will yet trust in God, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
Why art thou then cast down, Oh my soul, and why art thou thus disquieted within me? I will yet trust in God, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.
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But till you rejoyce in these things, you do but live besides your wealth, as that covetous worldling, Eccles. 6.2. A man to whom God hath given riches, wealth, and honours, so that he wanteth nothing that his soul desires:
But till you rejoice in these things, you do but live beside your wealth, as that covetous worldling, Eccles. 6.2. A man to whom God hath given riches, wealth, and honours, so that he Wants nothing that his soul Desires:
Besides you disable your selves for the performance of those duties God requires of you under such enjoyments, at least you perform them not with that cheerfulnesse and alacrity, as ye ought:
Beside you disable your selves for the performance of those duties God requires of you under such enjoyments, At least you perform them not with that cheerfulness and alacrity, as you ought:
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That therefore you may have the comfort of his mercy roward you, and the honour of a cheerfull service, it concerns you to attend this duty. Rejoyce ye righteous.
That Therefore you may have the Comfort of his mercy roward you, and the honour of a cheerful service, it concerns you to attend this duty. Rejoice you righteous.
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Numb. 13. we read, The spies which were sent into the land of Canaan, they brought an evil report upon the land, insomuch that the people began to think of making themselves captains, to return again into the land of Egypt:
Numb. 13. we read, The spies which were sent into the land of Canaan, they brought an evil report upon the land, insomuch that the people began to think of making themselves Captains, to return again into the land of Egypt:
So lest you discourage friends and encourage enemies, Rejoyce ye righteous. Lastly, In regard of God, that he may have the praises due unto his name. Psal. 33.1. Rejoyce in the Lord, ye righteous, for praise is comly for the upright.
So lest you discourage Friends and encourage enemies, Rejoice you righteous. Lastly, In regard of God, that he may have the praises due unto his name. Psalm 33.1. Rejoice in the Lord, you righteous, for praise is comely for the upright.
This is added as the reason why we must rejoyce, because praise is comely; implying indeed that we cannot be thankful to him, except we rejoyce in him.
This is added as the reason why we must rejoice, Because praise is comely; implying indeed that we cannot be thankful to him, except we rejoice in him.
It not only robs God of his glory, but our selves. The more thankful we are to God, the more bountiful is God to us. Ascensus gratiarum est descensus gratiae.
It not only robs God of his glory, but our selves. The more thankful we Are to God, the more bountiful is God to us. Ascensus Gratitude est descensus Gratiae.
As vapours drawn out of the earth, return in showres to the earth: so our thanks ascending up to heaven, God showres down upon us more abundant mercies.
As vapours drawn out of the earth, return in showers to the earth: so our thanks ascending up to heaven, God showers down upon us more abundant Mercies.
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therefore shalt thou serve thine enemies, which the Lord shall send against thee, in hunger, and in thirst, and in nakednesse, and in the want of all things.
Therefore shalt thou serve thine enemies, which the Lord shall send against thee, in hunger, and in thirst, and in nakedness, and in the want of all things.
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